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Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
THE WILSON BILL AND BUSINESS.
IL Haa Tended to Lower Prices to Com
spmrrs, Increase Profits TO Manuiactur-
ers and Give Labor Higher Wages.

II Haa Tended to LEVER Prices to Com
sumrrs, Increase Profits TO Manufaotur-
ers ana Give Labor Higher Wages.
New York World
The Republican Governor Of Kansas,
Mr. Y. A. Woodbury., telegraphs the
" World that there is "a genuine re-
yiyal OF business in Kansas" but that
at. is due to large crops rather than
To the Wilson bill"
The World" has never claimed
that the Wilson bill is the sole cause Of
the increase in business this year as
compared with conditions existing
under the Mckinley bill. 1t is quite
true that the abundant crops of the
West and South are an important factor
in promoting the confidence which is
the fret essential of business revival.
II is not the less true, however, on
this account, that the Wilson bill is to
be judged by the general results which
follow its passage. And in the first
year Of its passage, as the World"
showed recently in an exhaustive
analysis, wages have begun to advance,
the price Of important articles of raw
material has become cheaper to manu-
facturers, with significant reductions
in the price OF finished products an
with a resumption of business in
numerous mills and factories which
suspended operations under the Nc
Kinley bill.
The three leading industries of the
country are the manufacture of wool
ems, cottons and iron. The revival has
been marked in all three Of them and
it has been accompanied by an increase
Of wages. On May goth last the great
Homestead works gave voluntary in
crease OF 10 per cent in wages, which
was soon followed by increase affecting
the wages Of 1000 Chicago iron work
ers, 1000 at Joliet, 1000 at Lebanon,
Pa, and 4, 600 at Scranton, with like
increases in the wages Of Ohio and Ala
bama iron workers.
In woolens and cottons increases were
reported from Fall River, Lawrence,
New Bedford, Olneyville and other
mills which had experienced diminu-
tion Of their activity under the McKin-
ley bill. And ii is noteworthy fact
that these increases in the wages of
labor were frequently followed by
diminished price to the consumer.
1t has been shown that the reduc
tion in the price of cotton goods
amounts TO ABOUT IA per cent. 1t is
| ilph lic puipOSt VI III - drlltlB 10 utHl
with such reductions as those in canned
goods, tea, coffee, rice and similar
articles, We wish rather to emphasize
the fact that the decrease in tho price
Of raw materials, illustrated by the 35
per cent reduction in the most neces-
sary grades of wool, has materially
quickened enterprise in those indus
tries and has given opportunity for
higher wages and lower prices
This may appear paradox to ex-
treme. protectionists, but no matter
how their theories may blind them to
the fact, it is fact that whatever
tends to induce the largest possible
production and distribution of manu-
factured goods tends to lower prices to
consumers, TO increase profits to manu-
facturers and to give Ii Dor higher
wages. The most important clauses
Of the Wilson law are framed on this
theory, and the evidence in hand show
that results arc iustifying it.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
STARTED BY THE PRESIDENT.

lie Sat in His Home, at Gray Gables, and
ny Pressing Button set In Motion the
Machinery at tho ,Aslants Exposition
The Opening u Success.
Atlanta, Ga, Sept. IS. Amid the
shouts of a mighty throng OF spectators
the machinery OF the Cotton States
and International Exposition was start
ed few minutes before G o'clock to-
nightly the touch Of an electrical button
in the far away home Of President
Cleveland, at Bu2zarti's Bay, Mass.
1t was most auspicious opening of
the great show, the greatest ever seen
in the New South, whose resources and
material power are here so amply dis
played to the world.
The parade was brilliant one and
was composed entirely of military
bodies and bands of music, headed by
the United States Fifth Infantry and
the Washington Artillery of New
Orleans, followed by several regiments
OF Georgia State troops. Judge Emory
Speer was the orator Of the day.
STARTED BY PRECEDENT CLEVELAND.
Buzzard's Bay, Mass, Sept. IS. 1t
was nearly 6 o'clock tonight before
everything was in readiness for Presi.
button in a room at his summer home
here, to start an the machinery in the
great Exposition. so exactly, the
President performed his pleasing func-
tion. bA
His thumb was on Che annunciator
hardly second, and as soon as Opera
tor Viles could connect the telegraph
key word was received from Atlanta
mn h 1fAo ofa Tod Il la
In this respect il was decided sue
cess. Those in the room at the house
beside the President were Mrs. Cleve-
land. Mr.. Thurber and Misses Ruth
and Esther Cleveland and nurse.
The President received the following
telegram before o'clock from ex- Gov.
Bullock, chairman of the committee Of
arrangements:
1.-The committee on ceremonies are
instructed by the president and director
general and by the board OF directors
to express TO the President their high
appreciation and thanks for the great
interest the President has shown, both
on this and on other occasions, in behalf
Of the success Of the Exposition.
Under the guidance Of the hand of
President Cleveland, one of the most
anu
events ever attempted in our section
has now started on its career. for the
upbuilding OF our material interest by
closer commercial relations with all
portions of our country, and with sister
republics south of the United States.
The mingling Of practical people from
all sections, made possible by the
Presidents approval and aid to our
efforts, will render future ill-will be-
tween tho sections impossible. ~
Mr.. Cleveland wired the following at
about 3. 30:
Fully appreciating the value and
importance of the Exposition inaugu-
rated to-day, am especially gratified
to be related to its inception and prog
ress and to participate in its opening
ceremonies.
II sincerely congratulate those whose
enterprise and energy have accom-
plished such splendid results, and heart
lily wish that the Exposition they have
set on foot will be completely successful
in consummating all the good results
contemplated by its promoters.
"GRovER CLEVELAND"
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Annrn nf tl,n pnnnln.

The Wild West is coming in all its
glory of painted Indians and cohorts
of dashing horsemen. Nothing like
the Wild West exhibition has ever been
seen here before. 1t is gathering OF
the distinct and peculiar representa-,
tives of the most picturesque and ro-
mantle classes Of humanity. Real red
skins, warriors who have terrorized our
frontier States. will ride check by
jowl with real scouts and trappers who
have won well-nigh imperishable fame
in Indian warfare. The series of spec
tacles presented in tho Wild West show
form panorama which seems to re-
produce the romances of the most
thrilling descriptive pages taken from
the most sensational of Cooper's tales.
The visitor pos sessed of imagination
can, temporarily at least, believe him
self the actual witness of the stirring
events which deeply color the history
of the march Of civilization in the far
West. Indians, brilliantly colored and
bedizened, sweep across the arena on
their fleetfooted ponies, repeating the
war cries and the yells which have
many time and oft blanched the cheek
and quickened the heart beating Of the
hardy pioneer Of the West. Cowboys
and Vaqueros dart hther and thither,
shoot and lassoo and ride as they only
can. The Wild West show, in short,
enables the spectator to clearly realize
those scenes and characters only dimly
outlined in literature produced by the
eternal warfare between white and red
skins in our richly favored land. The
most gallant cavalier of all of them,
Buffalo Bill, has a more striking per-
sonality He is no mere buckskin hero,
but splendid specimen of plucky, Wig
orous and skilful Anglo Saxon who has
emerged with honor from the most
searching tests which can possibly he
applied 10 man. Added to all the rep
resentations and incidents of Indian
and cowboy life, are the equally stirring
attractions of the Congress of Rough
Riders of the World and the great In
ternational Martial Alliance, which
form an important adjunct to the
Wild West exhibition. Among the
Rough Riders are the Gauchos from
the Argentine Republic, Cossacks
from the Russian steppes, Bedouin
Arabs from the desert Of Africa, and
the Vaquero Of Mexico. In the display
of trained military achievements will
appear detachments from the crack
cavalry regiments of Germany, France,
Russia, England and the United
States, making the entertainment the
grandest combination of horse and
hursemanship and all that pertains
thereto possible TO conceive. This great
aggregation will appear here on Satur-
lay Sentnmber 0Sth
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
nAs ! mILMlNaroN cor.


Successful Career "f barry Il. Walmsley,
Who Was Horn and Raised IN This city.
The "Niaine Centrai.r A
Harry B. Walmsley was born in Will
mington, Del, and his parents are Of
old Southern stock He learned the
trade Of locomotive building, with the
Philadelphia, Wilmington Il Baltimore
railroad at Wilmington, and then. came
here in 1873 and connected himself as
general travelling agent and salesman
with the Wheeler Il Wilson Manuactur-
ing Go. For over 90 years he has been
hustling for this large company
Harry is hustler, large hearted,
universally popular, and gentleman
from the word ego" lie has host
of friends who are always glad to shake
him by the hand He is man of moro
than average intelligence, of genial,
social disposition, that has made him
hosts of friends lie is well read,
quick 10 observe, and, best Of all, has
remarkable memory, and is n bril-
liant conversationalist. We wish
Harry as many years of success in the
future as he has gained in the past.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
the oBKisrI1N.I oRAss ELL.
DIR. ". F. nuinby Suggests Plan For
Permanent Deepening and Imnrnxannn

DIR. ". F. nuinby Suggests Plan For It's
Permanent Deepening and Improvement
Editor 80 Gazette" In order
TO deepen the channel of the Christiana
river the best and in tho long run the
most economical method, ia to induce
a much larger influx of the tide, so
that the outflow shall wash out and
deepen the channel automatically.
The best plan would be to dispense
with the banks and by throwing one
third of the land upon the other two
thirds raise its surface above the tide.
To do this it would be necessary to cut
canals, say at intervals Of 200 feet, at
right angels to the river and back to
the fast land.
1t may be that this could be done by
machinery already in use. To make
it fully etfectual this process should
extend through all the marshes from
the mouth Of the river to the head of
navigation, This would cause a much
larger outflow through the channel
than ever has been before; for before
the banks were made, great part Of
the water flowed out over what was
then marsh; but in this case it would
all be through the river channel. The
tide would not raise so high in the
river as it does now, for there would
be SO much room for the dispersion Of
tho water. And when once done it
would he effectual for all time.
In time of floods, too, these canals
would receive the excess of water to
prevent overflow. do not know what
the expense might he, but the increased
value of the land would give good
profit.
This undertaking should be by a
strong company who should buy up all
tho marsh land along the river. If
there were ., 200 acres bought at $40
an acre, when done there would be
l,S00 acres which on an average might
be worth $50 an acre But as good
deal OF this land would be within the
city limits its value would be much
greater.
Nov, if the general government could
be induced to ALLOW $40, 600 year to
the furtherance of this improvement,
extending through d number of years,
it would dcfray the chief cost.
This land would be suitable for build
ing upon, and for agricultural and gar
dening purposes it would be most ex-
ccllent. 1t would I've easily accessible
for boat navigation and it could be
irrigated by windnils and pumping.
1t would not be Necessary ior a man
to live ON this land. He could reside
in the town and attbnd his garden and
market his produce by boats. These
canals might be gool nurseries for fish,
and as they would belong to the owners
OF the land, they could make some
profit by that. W. f. Quinby.
Wilmington, Sept 10Th, 1885.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Ex-SPEAKER HOFFeoKeR INJURED.

Thrown from His Carriage and His Collar
Hone Broisen-other Injuries Sustained.
Special Correspondence Of Gazette and Journal
Smyrna, Sept. 49, "A serious acci-
dent happened to ex-Speaker of the
House John Fl. HoHecker this morn
ing. lie and his colored man were driy,
ing out toward his farm, and when
nearing the p, w. & B. railroad depot
the horse gave sudden lurch, throw
ing both occupants out.
Mr.. Heffecker sustained a serious
fracture OF the left collar bone in two
places, the bone dropping from its
position. He also received several bad
bruises on the head.
DIR. E. S. Dwight and Dr. T. G.
Moore were Immediately summoned
and set the bone. 1t will be several
weeks before Mr.. Hoffecker will be able
to be out. He and his son are now
husily engaged in the canning bust
ness. s'f7
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort and improvement and
tends to personal enjoyment when
right. y used. The many, who live bet
ter than Others and enjoy life more, With
less expenditure, by more promptly
adapting the worlds best products to
the needs of physical being, will attest
the value to health of the pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in the
remedy, Syrup of Figs.
Its excellence is due to its presenting
in the form most acceptable and pleas.
ant to the taste, the refreshing and truly
beneficial properties of perfect lax.
ative; effectually cleansing the system,
dispelling colds, headaches and fevers
and permanently curing constipation.
1t has given satisfaction 70 millions and
met with the approval of the medical
profession, because it acts on the Kid.
neys, Liver and Bowels without weak.
ening them and it is perfectly free from
every Objectionable substance.
Syrup of Figs is for sale by all drug.
gists in Doc and 81 bottles, but it is man.
ufactured by the California Fig Syrup
Co. only, whose name is printed on every
package, also the name, Syrup of Figs,
and being well informed, you will not
accept any substitute if offered.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Party ut Bellevue,
sncclnl loorresnnndencn nl linastte nnd .1onrn,l

Special Correspondence OF Gazette and journal
Bellevue, Sept. 19.-Miss Circi A.
Lodge gave pleasant party last even
ing in honor of her friend. Miss Julia
Tomkinson, of Houston. The Bellevue
Orchestra played several fine selections
and games were enjoyed, after which
refreshments were served. Those pres
ent were: Mr.. and Mrs. Harry Perkins,
and daughter Misses Ella Talley,
Faith and Ida Beatty, Clara and
Helen Husbands, Louisa Rothouse,
Lilly Welsh, Emma Weldin, Mary
Halbcrt, Bessie Service, Fanny Lcgates,
Aleathia la Rowe; Messrs. Charles
Weldon, Charles Rothouse, Charles
Talley, Charles Handy, Charles Ser
vice, Harry Mcclure, Harry Weldon,
Harry HaIbart William EIalbart Joseph
Halbart, jesse Tally, George Weldin,
Robert Beatty, John Clark, James
Brennan, Howard and William Lodge.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
IN MuNIcLrA1lcnnRr.
John Mclaughlin Fined Se5 for Assault
ing oficer Paliner--A Mysterious Shoot
ing Afair-OtiIer Cases.

John Mclaughlin Fined S25 for Assault
ing onicer PalIner--A Mysterious Shoot
ing Anair-other Cases.
The case Of John Mclaughlin,
charged with assaulting Officer Palmer,
was heard in municipal court Thursday
morning. Charles Dangel, testified
that Mclaughlin was put out of his
saloon Tuesday night and soon after he
went out he was seen choking the
officer. The latter had to use his club
to beat the prisoner into submission
The prisoner was fined S25, and Judge
Ball also administered severe repri-
mand
Joseph Stanley, colored, was arraign
ed on charge of running sweat
cloth at Todd's Cutt on September sth.
John Joyce, an intelligent lad, stated
that he played money on the cloth run
by Stanley. The prisoner was held in
1000 bail to answer the charge at the
upper court.
George. Cresden, colored, pleaded not
guilty to the charge Of obstructing the
public streets. Andrew Conner stated
that Cresden kept wagons in front OF
his stable door, on Ninth street be-
tween French and Walnut, and OBJ
structed tho way to his stable, which
adioins a blacksmith shop occupied by
the colored man. The offender was
fined 50.
Henry Norris, colored,, was charged
with committing an assault on Richard
l.. Polk and Richard Ryder, two
colored men, in Elizabeth street. with
intent to kill. Ryder stated that he
was shot in three places with reed bird
shot, but he did not know who did the
shooting. Polk stated that he, too,
was hot, but he did not see who did
the shooting. The case was dismissed,
there being no direct evidence against
Norris
Several cases of drunkenness were
disposed Of at current rates.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Pastor sharn surprised.

Rev. W. W. Sharp, pastor Of Wesley
M. ~ Church, was most agreeably sur
prised on Wednesday evening. We'd
nesday was his birthday, and when he
returned from the meeting at Grace
Church he found the parsonage besicg-
ed by the Helping Hand Circle of his
church. The Rev W. G. Rooms. 4
former pastor of the church, was also
present.. The guests congratulated
Pastor Sharp, and during the evening
they presented him with beautiful
watch chain as a token of the esteem
IN which he is held. The merry party
passed the evening pleasantly and about
midnight all parlo1k Of refreshments,
after which the guests dispersed.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
rOLIrfoIL.

The Republican State convention of
New Jersey was held Thursday at
Trenton. John W. Griggs Of Passaic
was nominated for Governor on the
third ballot. Essex county delegates
refused to make the choice unanimous.
Ex Governor Buckner of Kentucky
published card Thursday, stating
that he will support the Democratic
State ticket with the exception Of
Hardin, and advising Democrats not
to vote for HIM. Gen. BucKner de-
nounces Hardin for making war on the
State platform.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
In.peetlon OF nc eovernor,s slnlr.

Gov Watson's staff was inspected
Thursday at Milford. All the members
except Judge Advocate General McFee
were present The staff was assembled
IN the armory of b Go. by Adjutant.
General Hart, who turned ii over TO
Inspector General Ross and Lieutenant
Colonel Boyd, by whom the inspection
was conducted, The inspection was
thoroughly satisfactory At its con
clusion the staff proceeded to W. 4.
Causey's lawn, where it was photo
graphed by Harry Il. Bucher. After
visiting Gov. Watson at his home the
staff was invited to the Central Ho;pl
to partake Of a dinner given by rhe
Governor
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
The Ceremonies Il CHATTANOOGA.

The dedication ceremonies of the
Chickamauga and Chattanooga Ma
tional Military Par took place Thurs
day. Vice President Stevenson presid-
ed and made brief address, and
speeches were made by Gen. John NJ.
Palmer, United States Senator from
Illinois; Gen. ]. B. Gordon of Georgia
Gen. Longstreet and Lieutenant Gen
cral Schoiled. In the afternoon re-
union of the Army Of the Tennessee
was held at Chattanooga, at which ad
dresses We're made by Major General
Q. 0. Howard Gen. Joseph Wheeler
and Con. Warner.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Circuit cnnrrnr Annaals-

In the circuit court of appeals, il
Philadelphia, Wednesday, the appea
in the case OF the steamboat Richard
Stockton, John F. Norton and Theophi-
iius q. Murphy, claimants and appel
iiants, against Charles ID, Norton, trad
ing as Charles d.. Norton & Co.,
libellants and appellee, was dismissed
under rule which provides that the
briefs in cases to he argued shall be
presented within certain time.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Reception to sister Margnret.

A reception to Sister Mary Margaret,
in honor of her silver jubilee, was
given Thursday by sisters and scholars
Of st. Joseph's Orphanage. The Rev.
Mother Agnes of Philadelphia, who
has charge of the sisters of the Order
of st Francis, was present. High
mass was celebrated. The dining room
was handsomely decorated. The figures
" lS70-1S95" with the words SILVER
Jubilee, in large gilt letters, adorned
the walls. Presents were received from
the sisters and congratulations follow
ed The affair was ended with the
benediction.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
TnIRTY-THREE DROWNED.


spanish Cruiser Sunk In Collision with
Merchant Steamer at Port Morterai.
Cuba.
Havana, Cuba, Sept. 10. The cruiser
Barcastegui was wrecked at midnight
IN q collision with the merchant steam
or Morterai, in the canal at the en-
trance OF Port Bareastegui.
Marine General Del Dago Parejo and
three other officers aud 30 Of the crew
were drowned. Gen. Parejo's body
has been recovered.
Capt. Ybanez's body was also re-
covered, but in n badly mutilated CON
dition, indicating that he had been
crushed IN the collision. III
The cruiser Barcastegui had been
employed in going on government
business between different parts OF
the island of Cuba.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Feli ON the Track.

A horse Owned by J. A. Weldon. a
Brandywine hundred milkman, fell on
the street-car tracks at Fourth and
Market streets, early Friday morning,
and for 10 minutes il could not be
raised. It was stated by a police officer
that the horse received a slight electric
shock from the rails II recovered and
there was no other damage.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Knocked Down by a 'ren,n.

Harry Clavelle, a hoy, while playing
with companions near his home in
Harrington, was knocked down by a
horse which was being driven at a
rapid pace UP the street. He vas
struck in the head by one OF the shoes
of the horse. DIR. Cobb was called in
and stitched the wound. The skull Is
not fractured -
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Judges-Deyine, Morris and Kirk.
Attemptea suicide by rnl,lng Lnudapum-

spoclaic"rrespondcnceo OF Gazette and journal
Bridgeville, Sept. 20. William II.
Hawkins, formerly of Wilmington, now
farmer residing near town, made an
attempt yesterday 10 commit suicide
by taking laudanum. When DIR. Pal
mer reached the patient he found him
walking in the yard and acting as
though suffering with hydrophobia. The
man would snap his teeth AS though in
violent congusions and in many ways
act as though suffering from that terri.
bic disease. lie was quickly carried to
the house and was soon out of danger.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
lvilmlngLon Nyhrnlmnn.

Frank Turner won the mile open at
Tioga Wednesday. If he had not been
foulrd at the tape he would have cap
tured first place in the half mile.
CLARK was fifth in the professional five.
mile race. AZ West Chester "Wednesday
Minnick won the mile handicap and
was second in the two-mile.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Pleasant surp,,.o p,r,,

John Fisher, residing at No. 90-
Adams street, was given pleasant sur
prise party Thursday. The guest.
included Misses Bessie Fisher. Carric
and Martie Snyder, May Shortlidee,
Bessie Richardson, Anna INfipld and
Jennie Lynn and Messrs. Caspcr Good
man, John Fisher, Walter Eckman.
Talbot White, Robert Hayes. Ernest
D. Otteni and FranE Davis.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Arrested After Is Years Of liberty.

Nashville, Tenn, Sept. 90 -Alexan-
der Harris, a white convict, escaped
from the Sewanee mines IS years ago
when he had only two months more of
time to serve. Yesterday he was re-
captured in Dekalb county and return
ed to the penitentiary. He had spent
most OF his years of liberty in North
Carolina and only recently returned to
his old home, where he was recognized
and arrested.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1895-09-26
Portrait Of Lewis Thompson.

a portrait Of the late Lewis Thomp-
son. one of the first trustees of the
State Hospital for the Insane, will be
presented to the board at its meeting
next month by DR.. Hannah NJ. Thomp.
son, daughter of the deceased.