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Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
JUMP FROM A WINDOW
And Was Taken to Police
Headquarters to Recover.
BLIZZARD WAS HEALED FOB GOOD

An Almshouse Inmate on IasTeRr-A Mar
risd Man who 0ourted Another Girl
and Struck snag-Other Municipal
Court Cases.
Charles Woodward is glass blower
and good ore. and more efforts have
been made to keep him from periodicals
than any man In South Wilmington.
Monday night people living In the
neighborhood Of No 103 East Fourth
street, where he boards with Mrs Anna
Mum, were startled by 0eoans and
screams. Officers Aiken and Poison went
TO the scene and took Charles In chsrge.
he had jumped from second story
window to shed, falling on bis head
he then jumped to neighboring shed.
When taken TO the police station he
was in bad condition, and the pharma
ceutist was called into requisiton, This
morning he was all right and was dis-
charged.
Henry Hughes. arrested by Officer Ford,
had drank enough coast whiskey to make
him think he was 0t years Of age. He
felt younger when arraigned this morn
Ing and took his fine OF 81 without a
murmur
John Faland, captured at Second and
ratnall Streets while attempting TO
carry load Of extract OF rye, gathered
on the coast was fined 81
John Blizzard belongs at the aims
house. Whenever he comes to town he
gets full and makes n disturbances. he
was gathered Ia by Officer Lyons When
searched he had two ugly looking
knives and homemade sling shot In his
Al .F
any crimes and only carried that weapon
because John Newell had threatened to
lay me cold. The knives use to get
dandelions out OF the lawn" He was
recommitted for examination
William Gibbons, colored, was charged
with trespass on the property of the
srmory at Twelfth and Orange streets.
This case was lot proved and the lad was
discharged with reprimand.
John Callshan, charged with larceny
of So from his brother in law, John
Msloney. No 625 East Seventh street,
was discharged. as there WAS rot suf-
6cient evidence to hold him
John Monroe, colored. charged with
assault on John Spain. December %
was arraigned. 09ing to the inability tC
secure witnesses the case was held over,
bail being plscsd at 500
Michael and Mary Msscouss were
arrested on complaint Of another Italisr
for VIC alton OF the ordinance relative e
placing dirt on the strsets. The chsrg,
was withdrawn.
George Billingsley was charged with
disordsrly conduct by Samuel Moulton
Of No 1900 Lancaster avenues Ths
claim was that he was a married man
but had been paying attention t
Moulton's daughter When the parents
discovered that hs was married they for
hada him the house.
He went there lass night and wa
ordered ont and then made disturbances
BE pleaded guilty but claimed that Moul
ton and his sons attacked him
Judge Ball said man had q right Il
protect his home against a thief wh'
came to steal what he had no right K
take and he fined Billingsley $40 anC
| costs
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
BRlDGETON'S SALE CONFIRMED.

London Companies Insured Her aud the
South American Syndicate WIN Now
Pay Up.
The we'll known river steamboat Bridge
ton, which is now In Philadelphia under
going extensive repairs win positively
go to South America as soon as her
repairs are completed, Notwithstanding
the reports that her sale to a private
syndicate had fallen through
II was thought until this morning that
the sale would not be effected. The
southern syndicate offered sis. 500 for
the little steamer, and this WAS accepted.
Then the woud-be purchasers wanted an
insurance policy for more than the
purchase price, to be delivered with the
steamboat For three months the owners
have been striving TO obtain the insur-
snce as required, without success Yes,
terday. however. a policy VAS received
from London underwriters insuring the
Bridgeton for $22 600 Her sale was
then effected ana she will leave In few
dSya
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
CRITICISED HIS NEIeHBoRs
For This an Old Man Was Beaten Almost to
Death by White Caps.

PoUGHKEEPsIE, N. ", May 15--Isaac
Davis, an aged blacksmith Of Hihernin, it
Is alleged. was visited by Iuman Race and
George Davis in his home and assaulted
by them. They broke In his front door,
knocked him down. kicked and ohokod
him and thon left him for dead.
About q week ago Davis received let
tor signed White Caps, which warned
him that unless lie left the place before
May 9 he would be torn into ribbons :"
It is said that Davis, who has lived in the
village for many years, has been too free
in his criticisms Of the actions Of his
neighhors and has thus made many enc
mics among them Race and Davis The
latter were arrested and committed to iail
Go await tho action Of the grand jury. Tho
old man Is reported in a preoarious oondi-
tion
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
TRoYs CELEBRATION.
Mrs. Wizards Statue Unveiled and the Sag
Memorial Dedlcated.

Troy, N. y. May 15.--At tho appoint
cd hour this morning flag fell. and to the
public gaze was revealed statue erected
to the memory Of ono Of Troy's noblost
women. Emma Willard founder OF the
Willard seminary. Tho unveiling Of the
statue and the dedication Of the Sage
memorial both occurred today. The exor-
oises of unyoiling opened with music and
prayer. Francis N. Mann. treasurer OF
the state association, presented the statue
to the trustees, and the response was Civ
en- by John II. Peck. Bishop Potter OF
New York delivered the dedicatory ad.
dress.
Whom the statue was unveiled the famil.
lar selection, Auld Lang Syne was
sung. Prior to the benediction Rocked
In the Cradle Of the Deep, the famous
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
TO BLOW UP REED.
Bottle OF Nitroglyccrln Found on the Con-
gressmnn's Dnorsten.

Eottle OF Nftroglyccrin Found on the Con-
gressmnn's Doorstep.
PORTLAND Me, May 15.--This city is
excited over tho discovery Of evidence
which leads tho police and many oitizons
20 believe that some crank planned 60 blow
up the residence OF the Hon. Thomas b.
Reed and Mayor Henry Baxter
While patrolling Deerng street near the
Reed and Baxter houses, Policeman Mo
Cormick found at the doorstep an envel-
ope containing three vihls filed with nj
troglyoerin and wrapped in cotton bat
ting. Pinned inside the envelope was a
slip Of paper, upon which was some writ
ing in an unknown tongue, resembling a
combination Of Greek and Armenian.
There was nothing in English except NJ
Baxter, Few. 1923, A. o. u, /, 92. 20. M.
Reed Morriso l.. Morrow"
AT tho request OF Mayor Baxter the en-
tire police began an investigation, which
as yet has developed nothing Greek and
Armenian residents cannot fathom the
peculiar language written on the paper
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
THE PLAINTIFF is SICK.
Defendant Must Pay witnesses who
Were Present To-day.

Defendant Must Pay witnesses who
Were Present To-day.
Jesse l. Talley was non-suited in the
Superior Court yesterday afternoon in
his suit against the City Building and
Loan Association. The court granted
Mr. Rodneys motion on the ground thst
the plaintiff had not shown proper dill
gence The amount claimed and lost
was $40 GA with interest aud costs.
The session of the Superior Court this
morning WAS short and uneventful The
case Of Vincent o Hill VS. James Grimm
ct. al was continued until to morrow
because of the absence of witnesses for
the defense. The court made an order
that the costs of the witnesses present
to- day should be paid by the defendant.
Owing TO the illness of the plaintiff 10
tie case Of James S Morrison VS. John
McElwee, set for trial to- day, was con-
tinued until next week
William s. Hilles asked for and
obtained q rule to show cause why a
writ shonld not be qusshed in the case
OF Hopenheimer & Brothers
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
Last nights church Musicale.

Miss NJ. n. Doren's class gave a musl
Gale in Delaware Avenue Bkptist Chureh
last evening The program WAS an
excellent one, comprising plano solos,
duets aud trios, and ending with q
thnbourine dill The poptls OF the class
were assisted by the Aisses Emile and
Sarah Morton, two small musical
prodigsea of Camden, N J who playsd
the violin, banjo and piano, aud sang.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
"AMoRITA' NeARLY RlvETEp uP.
speedy New York Yacht Now About Ready
for Paint.

Riveters at the Harlan and HolinEs
worth Companys have nearly completed
the work o. plating the new steel
schooner yacht Amorlta, being bnllt
on A Osrey Smiths design for
fast sailing. for w. Gould
Brokaw. Of New York. The Amorita's
hull will be all riveted up by the end Of
this week and she will be ready for the
painters. Ths date for launching this
fast boat for the racing season OF 1855
has not yet been decided npon.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

While riding his bicycle on Washing
ton street near Seventh abopt o'clock
this morning Elwood. the 13 year old
son OF iMlllard F. Davis. OF No 2O9
Washington street, was thrown 20 the
pavement by his wheel slipping, Isador
singer, who WAS near, picked the lad up
and placed him ia Dr. Tomlluson's car
risge. He was carried home whore his
injuries we're found not to be serious.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
cITY NEWs IN RRlEE.

"A II. seigfried will address the members
Of the Young Mems Christian Association, at
Association Hall, on Sunday afternoon
"A new stone wall. of the aama style as the
historic walls that now surround Old Swedee
buryiug-grOund, is being constructed on the
east side Of that picturesque cemetery.
New switches and trunks are being laid
by railroad wOrkmen at the head OF East
Seventh street, along Railroad avenue.
George ID. Kelly, cashier Of the National
Bank. Of MiddletOwn, was one Of TO days
vi isitors fo the city
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

A fine ombination sleeper and baggage
cor, the Aztlan, was shipped from the
Wilmington shops Of Pullman's Palace
Car Company this morning, having been
rebuilt and beautifed by Wilmington
workmen Two parlOr cars were also
sbippsd to- day.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

TROY, N. Y, May 49, Paddy Ryan,
the heavyweight champion Of America,
who is now in this city has decided to re.
enter the ring. and has challenged the
winner OF the Mahef Marshall fight, which
will take place before the Atlantic Ath-
letic club OF Conoy Island Monday night.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
STRAWBERRIES ALMOST DUE.
The Fine Fruit Not Plentiful Nor Cheap
But Expected Next Week.

: Nc = IHd TTWII NOT FTeHIITWT NOT LnGRp
But Expected Next Week.
Strawberries were displayed at nearly
every fruit stand in the street markets
this morning and found 9 ready sale
The Peninsula berries are very scarce and
have not begun to arrive In any quaint
ties but are expected next week Prices
on King street ranged from l3 cents for
Carolina berries TO is cents tor Virginia
stock
The latter we're Of fine quality and al
vices received from commission men
yesterday afternoon were TO the effect
that shipments from Virginia would be
large, commencing with to-day. Some
Of the best berries sold in Wilmington
last year were from Virginia, and it is
expected that the supply this year will be
as good, II not better.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Adam Ward, sged 10 years. a son OF
william Ward, OF No s East Fifth
street, was bitten BY a vicious dog
owned by q farmer Officer Maloney
was sent for and attracted the attention
OF the canine while Mr.. Ward Drained the
brute with an axe
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
Young soldiers on TO CLAY ton.

Rev j. A DeRuyter. in charge OF st.
Joseph's Colored Orphanage and In
dustrial School foriBoys, took company
of his pupils TO Clayton to day on the
morning train down the Delaware road
There were twenty-five we'll drilled and
neatly uniformed boys in the company,
and all carried small rifles.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Rev A. N Keigwln went to Pbllsdel-
phia this afternoon 20 attend the funeral
Of Peter L Crider, well known silver
manufacturer Of that city aud formsr
psrishioner. Mr. Cridar was a trustee OF
the Sherman Street Church, Of which DR.,
Keigwin was formerly the pastor.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
TRAINS EARLIER AND LATER.
Some Important Changes In the Run
ming Time OF Passenger Trains ON ths
w. 4 n. Railroad Tomorrow.

w, 4 n. Railroad Tomorrow.
An important change will be made In
the time of passenger trains over the
Wilmington and Northern railrosd to-
morrow when the Summer schedule ROes
into effect The early morning
train hereafter leaves French street
station at 80 instead Of 30, and the
first train gets 10 at the station here al
s % instead of 8 90.
In the list OF trains going out, the 40
rain, north bound, will leave at A 05,
ana train nov going out at 30, win leave
Wilmington at 20 People accustomed
to going out on the evening train at 0 "a
will now be left behind unless they can
get down to the French street station a
minute earlier. as the train will here.
after leave at 623.
Birmingham Park, which has been put
back on the time table, will ba a regul al
stopping place for most Of the trains
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
Pipea Over MaahIngton strset BrIdge.

The Water Department held a meeting
yesterday afternoon and directed the
drawing Of a check for SIC, 600 In favor
OF the Lsvy Court for the right to lay
pipes over Washington street bridge
The contract for putting an iron fence
around the filter plant was awarded 10
John d Davis & Son, for 65 cents per
linsal foot. The weekly payroll of
$765 80 was ordered paid. An sppllc2-
tion OF the Board OF Health to use the
room for meeting once a month was
refused
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

INDIANAPOLIS. May 15.-Ex- President
Harrison said that the verdict for his oli-
ents, the plaintiffs in the Morrison will
case, was gratifying, and that he had no
doubt the interrogatories upon which the
jury had asked for additional instructions
would be answered satisfactorily TO the
pIRintiffa
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

A large party Of Penusy sylvaniA railroad
officials left the station Ia this city ia
General Msnsger Keuney's private car at
20 this morning TO attend the annual
meeting OF the Delaware and Chesapeake
railroad there this afternoon.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

QuEENsTowN. May 15-The Cunnrd
steamship Gallia arrived here. She was de-
layed owing to slight derangement OF
her machinery. compelling her to stop
twice IN 81 hours, and after that going at
a reduced speed for some time.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

LONDON, May 10. The queen has given
6 ~ acres Of crown lands at Bushey park
for allotment TO the working classes Of Ped
dlngton at a nominal rental of $40 AMI
nually
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

LONDON, May 15.-The steamship Teu-
tonic, which arrived at Queenstown today,
reports that Jane Sohuzhruck, Storage
passenger, committed suicide by jumping
overheard on Monday.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
Mr.. Hooper 10 Prs.snt = Flag.

E. NJ. Hopes will present to the Boys
Brigade OF West Presbyterian Church
fine American flag, three weeks hence
The presentation will be made tupon the
occasion of the June installation of
officers of the brigade and there will be
several interesting speeches.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
Knocked Out by aMuldoon's Cyclone

letic club Fred Morris (colored). known as
"Muldoons Cyclone. F" knocked out Dick
Moore, middleweight champion OF the
northwest, by left handed punch IN the
pit of the stomach at the opening Of the
eleventh round Of Is round contest.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
only Survived His Brother n Week.

Isaac F. RRiner, employed as painter
by the w. g. B. Raj road Company.
died at his bosrding-house, No. 704
French street, last evening of typhoid
pneumonia he had just returned from
the funeral Of his brother in Philadelphia
last week when he was taken sick, and
he died just one week after the death of
his brother
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

providence. May 15.-A bill was passed
by the legislature to prevent the practice
in this stats Of any but authorized ply
sicians.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Wait for the Picture Ssla. SOC
Market street, commencing May goth to
last one week
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

In the Middle States and New England To-
day fair, cooler weather will prevail. with
fresh 10 brisk westerly and norlhwesterly
winds, followed by q slight rise OF tempera
ture, but possibly bg frosts tonight in tbs
Upper Delaware and Hudson valleys On
Thursday. IN both Of these sections, warmer
fair weather will prevail, with variable
winds. and on Friday warmer. fair TO partly
cloudy weather. followed by rain In the west.
ern districts of this section.
New York Herald Weather Force aste.-The
area Of low tenn peratnre noted in Yesterday 4
weather msp Will cause frosts in the lake
region this morning and nossiblY In the Up
per Hudson and Upper Delaware valleys to
citation seriously in this vicinity. A storm TO
ported west of the Mississippi wilt move
slowly east. and te nperature will rise c N
siderably In the Middle States tomorrow.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Buy coal and wood from H. T. Sergeant
Office Seventh and King. Phone 546.
t8- Hickory wood for open grstes.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
WIN Escort the Grand oniosrs.

Eden Lodge, l o. o F., Of this city,
will act as escort to the grand officers Of
the Delaware jurisdiction in the parade
May 2l. when the temple will be
dedicated In Philadelphia They will
have 200 men in line, will be headed BY
the First Regiment Band and win be In
the FIRST division, which will form on
Broad street, right resting on Diamond.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

L ADIESl Chicheeter's English Psnnyroyal
L. PILLS Diamond Brand are the best. Safe,
reliable. Take no ther. Send g., stamps. for
particulars. "Relief for LADIES' in letter by
return mail. At druggists. Chichester Chemi-
cal Co, Philadelphia. Pa.
DR. j.. II. SMITH Has REMOVED FROM
~ 9l0 Madison 70 n. w. Cor. 7th and Adams.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
PUBLIC SALES.

DUBLIC SALE OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS
1 on Thursday, May l6, at 9.3a o'clock at 9n9
NanBuren street, consls ing of plush parlor
suit. square piano. l walnut bedroom uit.
oak bedroom suit. cottage suit. bookcase.
washing machine. mangle or patent ironer.
matt resses. springs. feather beds. brus els
and ingram carpets. ami many other articles.
GEORGE DRAKE Auctioneer.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Ivers & Pond, Kimball and BehninI
pianos, all prices and terms Robelen 4
Co., No. 710 Market street.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

II will pay you to wait for the great
Picture and Mirror Sale at 500 Market
street, comnenclng May goth.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

Forty pianos. good as new, by Stein
way. Knsbe, Shoemaker. Weber and
others. All prices, easy terms Robslen
& Co. No 7lO Market street
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
81 nsrArM

1nAL EsTATN
EOR RENT = STORE 407 MARK 1T
u street, centrally located and very desira-
BILE as good business stand. Apply to
THOMAS r. LALLY.
No w. Seventh st second floor.
DOR RENT. STORE AND DWELLING.
II 234 Madison street. VIII rent separate.
Also grocery store, 307 Madison street.
All rents reduced.
JAMES MONAGHAN. as Market St,
or 81 NJ. MonaghAn's shoe store, Fourth and
Madison streets.
TWO EI9 HT-ROOM HOUSES. WITH BATH
l. and front porch. Near Eighth street Park,
for rent at Sl2 per month. HURLOCK BROS,
Seventh and Poplar streets.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

For Pictures, Easels and Mirrors see
Hiram Yerger, No. IL East Third street.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
HELP WANTED.

"WAhTED.-AGE TO SELL THE
w most artistic official Decoration Day
Drnament, Sample DC. Inquire now, M.
ERNST. Cleveland, or
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
LOST AND FOUND.

L oST-IN GOING FROM e05 WEST
~ tourt h to Secont Il d Market streets.
Jays gold hun case watch and chain.
Liberal reward for its return to above address
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

EOR sALE-A BRAND NEW BICYCLE
with pneumatic tires. Can be seen at
the Evening Journal Office
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15

EoR SALE CHEAP-A VERY FINE NEW
H. Haines Bros upright piano. Address for
particulars H., Evening journal office.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
A GANG OF SWINDLE LERS.
Their Operations Have Been
Both Big and Bold.
VICTIMS ALL OVER THE COUNTRY.

They Are Supposed to Have Issued the
Bogus 100000 senator Fair Note--Ths
Police Of Several Cities Are on the Look
out For Them.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1895-05-15
BUSINESS CARDS.
SPRINGER,
THE HALTER.
Fourth and Shipley Streets,
WILMINGTON, DEL

CEWING MACHINES.
- O'DONALD. IL East Seventh street,
leads them all in low prices.
Brand new SEQ machines reduced to SIG,
SIS and $40 All makes to select from.
Singer, Wheeler 81 Wilson, New Home, Do.
nestle, White and all other makes. Any ma
chine sent on trial, free, six months for cash,
two years on tnstallments. Send postal.
]. III. O'DONALD,
No. 12 East Seventh Street.
ANY machine repaired. 30 cents up.
Baxter Springs news. [volume] (Baxter Springs, Kan.) 1882-1919, 1895-12-14
American Butter I'm ireland.

After q most dlligent inquiry I can
find no merchant who handles Ameri-
can butter. Several years ago IL hhd
some foothold in this market, but at
present there appears to be no demand
for II. The reason assigned is its poor
quality. One dealer tells me that good
margarine is preferred to the imported
product, and sells for more. Another
says that II America wishes 20 establish
q large trade she will have to send only
the finest quality Of centrifugal cream-
cry butter, this Is the quality that Den
mark and Sweden are sending, and he
cause of the improved methods Of MAX
ingand superior and uniform quality Il
takes the lead of all competitors.-cOn-
sui ut Belfast.