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The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16
THE TRIAL.
1t Will Begin in San Frar cisco on the
22d Instant.

San FRANCISCO, Cal, July ga
special venire of $50 was drawn yester
day, from which jurymen IRE to be
selected to try Theodore Durant, for
the murder If Blanche Lamont and
Minnie Williams in Emanuel Baptist
church, last April. TIE return is to be
made July 22d and 23d, by which time
the case will be ready for trial IN the
Superior Court of this county. No
change of will be asked for by
the defence.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16
A CONSPIRACY UNEARTHFD.
Pardoned Nihi1ists and Others Were Pre-
pairing to Take the Cars Life

PARIS, July 9.-The Journals corre-
spondent at St. Petersburg announces
the discovery near Moscow of an ex
tensive conspiracy against the life Cf
the Gar. The chief of the secret police,
after tracing the conspiracy for over a
month, has succeeded in ARE sting eight
of the conspirators, who include six re
Gently pardoned Nihilists. The CIR
has rewarded the chief of police with q
present of ten thousand roubles.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16

Resolved, That Coal Chute Alliance,
No 375, will vote for no man who will
not pledge himself to reduce the pres
emit salaries of officers to correspond
with the low prices of farm products.
@. ii. PETREA, Sec'Y.8
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16

Do you owe this paper anything7 II
you do send at once. We have waited
long enough.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16
THE INJURED.

Among the injured are the follow
ing: At the United States Hotel-C.
M Foote, of Minneapolis. collar bone
Boston, feet mashed and arm fractured /;
J. r. Duke, of Joliet, ILL.,, badly cut on
the head and about the fece.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-16
ELKs IN A FEARFUL CRASH.
The Floor Gave Way, Injuring About
Fifty Persons.

ATLANTIC CITY, N. J, July 1O.-A
frightful accident terminated the Elk
festivities at the Inlet Casino tonight
in which a large number of persons
sustained terrible injuries, from which
some will die.
1t was at 9 80 o'clock when Grand Elk
allied Ruler of the Buffalo body, Meade
D. Detwiler, of Harrisburg, had finished
his address at the opening of the social
session of the EIks, and was about to
introduce James G. Armstrong, Of New
York, when a crashing sound was
heard. A moment later the floor upon
which there were almost a thousand,
slowly opened, and the mass of human
ity was precipitated to the first floor, a
distance of twenty-five feet. Men, WO-
men and children were plunged into
the hole, and upon n another. The
cries, shrieks, and groans were deafen-
ing, and the direst confusion reigned.
When the fret feeling of panic had
subsidized the surviving EIks gallantly
rushed to the rescue of their injured
brothers and friends, Indifferent TO the
danger that confronted them, as they
did not know the instant the remain
der Of the pavilion might bury them
beneath it's ruins.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
A Grave Charge.

The Philadelphia Times draws dark
picture of the administration of justice in
the courts of that city. 1t charges that
hey" are rapidly approaching a condl-
tion that must make property entirely
| voiceless and helpless when its interests
are involved in the courts" This accuss-
| tion has no doubt been inspired by the
experience which Col. Mcclure, the vet
eran editor, recently had in libel suit,
from which his counsel withdrew in dis
gust and which terminated in the jury
finding very heavy verdict against him.
He does not blame the judges. but asserts
that the abuses have grown up gradually
until they have become appalling "by
grotesquely excessive verdlcts against
property"
"a deliberate conspiracy within the
very temple of justice to pollute its sane
tuary and make prey upon property IN con-
tempt of justice" is the grave charge
which Col. Mcclure has mads. These
conspirators have power to ''inspire suits
without merit, to conduct them BY test-
mony furnished by procurers, and to con
troll the jurors who are to give verdlcts'
until it has become even mightler thsn
iustice itself because of the tolerance that
has been given to it." Some OF the ele
ments OF this combination against justice
are TINS described: "The conspiracy EN-
braces petty court officials, lawyers with
all the arts of the shyster added to mingled
ability and arrogance, political leaders VINO
have to look carefully to the safety Oh
their criminal henchmen, and procufers
of testimony who have become practlcally
professional in their criminal ART, anu
these combined have been plying their
vocation until property has largely ceased
to have either respect or protection IN the
administration of justice il Philadelphia.
This is a terrible arraignment OF the
judicial system as conducted in the CHIEF
CITY of the commonwealth, and If the IN
dictment can be sustained in its material
ayerments there is need for sweeping and
radical reform. The jury system is held
to be largely responsible, the result oil
political and official fsvoritism in the Sc
lection of jurors, who sympsthize with the
conspiracy to prey upon property. The
abuse ofrespectable witnesses has become
SO common that no one who values his
reputation cares to take the stand 1t If
charged that no leading criminal can be
convicted of any political offense, OWING
to the control which is exercised over the
machinery of justice. When astounding
yerdicts are rendered the money does not
inure to the benefit of the plaintiff. The
suits are instituted chiefly for the benefit
of the counsel and those associated with
them in furnishing testimony, jury txlng
and like services.
If a 1.-THE of what is here charged be true
then, in the language of the late Mr.. Tilion
''reform is necessary The public will
be 10th to bslieve that the courts are so
permeated with corruption and maladmln
istration. Nearly the entire press OF that
city has been advocating the pensioning OF
judges in recognition of their fidelity and
integrity, but this sweeping accusation
represents them as fit only for the pillory.
Commercial Gazette.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25

want the benefit of partisan sentiment at
such times to cover the defects of their
candidates.
When the managing politicians took the
principle out of the Australian ballot by
amending the law, first for group markings
and later by the straight ticket ring at
the top of the column, they were probably
looking forward to this amendment to the
Constitution. OF course, in putting the
ring on the ballot they had the Immediate
object of making fraudulent marking easy.
But by getting the election of municipal
officers at the same time that State and
national Offices are filed they will have
the double advantage of straight" party
votes and the ticket that can be most east
ly manipulated.
The country may be suffering somewhat
from the frequency Of elections, but ii /;
suffering more from the chicanery of the
politicians. Pittsburg Dispatch.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
Prospect Festivities.

On Wednesday, Apr. IL, Albert and
weigle, of Butler, sent fine carriage rC
Prospect, which took two of our prominent
citizens-Charles NJ. Henshaw and Frances
E Frszer-to Butler, where they were
united in the holy bonds of matrimony, by
Rev. McClelland, assisted, rather in the
presence of Squire Weigle.
During the absence of the happy couple,
Mrs John aud Mrs. Al Shaffer took pos
session of the brides home, and had an
excellent supper ready for them, when
they returned from Butler. At supper
time, Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Critchlow and
Miss Belle McGrew dropped III to rejoice
with the welded pair and to partake of tn Z
many good things which had been provid-
ed for all. The evening was spent very
sociabiy and everything passed off pleas
antly. The contracting parties are both
well and iavorably known here. The
groom is a son of Charles Henshaw lately
Of Oil City, butnow of Butler, while the
bride is daughter of p. G. Partner, of
Spencerville, Ohio. The happy couple
have received the good wishes of their
many friends, and have gone to house
keeping on Church street, where they will
be glad to receive and entertain their
friends; they also extend their many thanks
for the well supplied supper and also for
the many kindnesSes shown by ALL anu
will remember these favors through
shadows as well as sunshine. Your hum
bic scribe also returns his thanks for the
piece of wedding cake sent him.
GOOD WIsHER.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
Where the Real Trouble Lies.

Among the bills pending at Harrisburg
is one to amend the Constitution and abol.
ish the February elections The bill pur.
poses to transfer the election Of municipal
officers to the general election in Novem.
Der, and is urged on the plea that so many
elections tend to disturb business and th,
conduct Of public affairs.
,iThcre is not much in this plea. The
r,'al purpose il TO check The tendency O
the voters in cities to disregard party lines
at the February elections, a tendency tha
should bo encouraged instead of killed
At the November elections local issues ar
always oyer-shadowed by great party prir
cipies end The Shrewd political manager
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
JdckSUill0 Items.

Rev John NJ. Edwards Of Glenora mad e
flying visit am ong friends here.
Miss LIZZIE Alwortb of EldoradO is visit
ing her sister Mrs. W L. Cooper.
Rev Alexandria of Chesterfield, New
Jersey, has az ceptcd II call as pastor for
Zion Baptist church. He will take charge
about the fist of May.
Mr. Charley TIA ggort aged 70 years has
applied to the overseers Of the poor 'or aid
Mr.. Tsggart has been very hard work
ing man; supporting family of thirteen
childrea by mining coal But at the ad-
vauced age of seventy years was compelled
to quit his occupation as he was complete
ly broken down in health.
WIN. Cur;Ir, an aged citizen of Worth
twp. has been confined u his bed Tor sew
eral weeks with heart trouble but We are
pleased to learn that he is pproving rapid
ly ihe past few days
Oliver Murphy has been copfioed To his
bed for the past week but is improving.
Rev. W. Il. William started Tuesday
for New York.
Mrs. d. p. Davis is On the sick list.
Milo Elder and family have moyei TO
North Liberty.
To Mr. aid Ms. Charley Cook OF Mutton
Ridge boy.
John Dumbart, the blacksmith ~ Bills
| burg has purchased the J1nu>"n McNess
property at Grant bur". aud "lll move
there about May first.
| James Rutrer roid fine black coach
horse 10 MetLesuuy ana Nan' mAn, the
un1.rtakeTs at Grove CIy.
| Tue Zion Baptist church has purchased
the John Dombart properly "f BIilsDurg
the same Ia be used tor n parsonage.
Dr. Shosf of Plain Gi"ve. Lawrence Co.
will locate here soma, and viii occupy
rooms and Office over w. f. Gardners
store.
Mr.. George Cumler a Pittsburg machin
est will will take charge of Wm. Nc Bri des
blacksmith shop.
Mr.. John and Miss Ella Rurter of New
Castle we're visiting their brother James
of Billsburg laEL week.
Harrison Pisor aud WIN Mcbride have
taken up a block of leases here, contain
ing about six hundred acres, aud they ex-
pect to have the drill in motion in about
90 davs.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
Huntsville Items.

Our town is very quiet now the people
are all busy during their spring work.
Mr.. Stewart. of Grove City, was in our
town yesterday.
Miss Laura Blakly, of near Clintonville,
is the guest of her sister Miss Chess Blskly
here.
Miss Florence Black is attending Grove
City College.
Mr.Dan Layton, of Butler, was home over
Sabbath.
Mr.. Gillie McGill who was working II
the oil country is home.
Miss Blair, of New Castle, is the guest o
Mrs. McCraeken.
Mr.. Joe Eovis, of Millerstown, wa'
home last Saturday visiting his wife.
Miss Pearl Quigley, of Sample. Pa. il
the guest of her cousins Jennie and Mary
Stuart. Mr.. Jas. Thomas, of DeHaven
was the guest of Miss Jennie Stuart ovel
Sabbath.
Mr.. Thomas Eakin, of Mechanicsville
was in town Tuesday.
The Epworth League of the NJ E
church, was well attended Sabbath even
ing. Next Sabbath evening the meetins
will be led by Mrs Joe Hogis and will
be interesting. Everybody come.
Miss Laura and Vida Hooyis spent
Monday in Grove City.
Mr.. Rob. Walker, of Mechanicsville
was the guest of his parents Sabbath.
Mr.. Kithlinger who has been home
week, returned to his work at DeHaven,
Monday.
Mr. Horace Simcox and Mr.. DeWoody,
of Bullion were in town Tuesday.
Miss Eliz4 Cochran and niece Mary have
returned from Pittsburg,
Miss Cutler, Of Grove City, was the
guest of Miss Grace Braham one day last
week.
Mr.. Hugh Shaw who is clerking in 9
drug store at Emlenton, was home ovel
Sabbath.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
DE ATHS.

MILLER-At her home in Allegheny,
April II, 1895, Mrs. Henry Miller. She
was a sister cf DR.. Johnston, who died
the week before.
NoNALLY-At his home in ReiboldApEil, I,
15, 1895, John McNally.
IRVINE-At his home IN Brady twp
April 81, 1895, A. G. Irvine, aged about
AZ years.
His death was caused kidney trouble
His wife died about year ago and now
several small children are orphans.
SEATON-At his home in Marion twp,
April 16, 1895, r Foster Seaton, in his
18th year
Mr.. Seston's death was caused by pneu-
monia. He was born in Mercer twp but
spent the greater part of his life in Marion,
in which he was one OF the best known and
most respected citizens.
OBITUARY NOTES.
DR.. Joseph y Dickson of Pittsburg, died
at his residence, No. 16 Ninth St, last Sat
urdsy, aged AZ years.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
THURSDAY, APRIL 25. 1895
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Subject to Republican Primary OF Du'
Ter county, June l, 1851 to r NJ
FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY.
A. n. CHRIsTLBY,
Of Butler.
LEVI N. WISE,
OF Butler.
FOR DELEGATE TO STATE CoNVEN'
TI0N.
Dh' OF Fairview Borough.
ihIiA OF Middlesex twp,
NEWTON BLACK,
OF Butler.
S. f. BowsBR,
OF Butler.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25

THE Russian government is not pleased
with the terms of the treaty of peace be-
teen Japan and China, and has taken steps
towards the occupation of part of Corea.
Russia is building railroad across Siberia,
for the eastern terminus Of which it wants
port, open the year round; while Vladi-
vostock, its present only port, is closed by
ice Tor four months Of the year
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
Gentlemen's Fine Footwear.

There article which ladies' genemens dress
that should be selected with SHOE No other
of ones dress noticed quickly and universally admired
condemned as the may be.
shoe be thoroughly satisfactory first of ALL fit we'll and
secondly well and keep shape these points the
RuS Fine Shoes Ruf's shoes made
by patterns perfect skill and
make hem all the materials used selected with
such great the workmanship inspected closely that the
Kufs Ladies and gentleman, will be
advantage you will the of inspecting
our goods.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25

There are many things of which We
need to be constantly reminded, or, Ike q
footprint on the seashore, the waves of
care and business will wash them from onr
memories.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
DAMASKS.

VXTHERE will find ofY And these
wv but the bargains this has for What
would
this that what the that be
had of its kind refuse all that the positive that
only We We value than all
on Every person Get posted We will try and please you
and if prices any figure. will sell TO you
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
WE BELIEVE that

we have achieved the
distinction Of produc-
ing the finest garments
ever made in the coun-
ty, and cheaper than
same can be bought
elsewhere in the State.
AS TO THE variety
of our Stock and beau
ty Of its Styles we have
rour own opinion; but
we would like yours
also-it will add t o
the distinction.
FOR THIS SPRING
we have secured a large
number of special con-
fined, single suit pat
terms. They are the
very newest novelties.
Select early. If you
don't want a suit now
we will reserve the
pattern for you.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
McCANDLESS' HEAVE GU RE

have q Heave Cure that will cure any
case of heaves in horses in forty days,
used according to directions. and if it does
not do what claim for it, | will refund
the amount paid and no charges will be
made for the treatment. The following
testimonials are the strongest proof of the
medicines rover to cure:
A. J. MCCAYDLEss,
Butler, Pa, 1898
Mr.. A. J. MCCAYDLEss:
On the 2nd day Of April, 1892, | com
menced to use your new cure for one OF
nv horses that had the heaves very bad,
and continued to use the medicine for
about forty days and the horse did not
show any signs Of d return of them. 1t is
nov about year since / quit givin the
med lcine and the horse has never sOwed
any signs of heaves, and | feel stisted
that he is properly cured.
W. G. CRIswELL,
Butler. Pa, April 3, 1893
J. MCCANDLESs:
have used your Heace Cure and found
il will do the work If used according to di
ections. Y0urs truly,
J. K. MCMILLAN.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25

j. T. BLAIR, General Monager. Greenyille. Pa
W. G.. SARGEANT. q. z. A. Meadviile. Ia
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
prrrsBuRe, sHExASGo & LAKE Eafs +

Takes effect Monday Dec. 81 1924.
Trains are run by 5tsndard Central Time Goth
Merdian) One hour slower than City Tine.
GOING NORTH. GOiNG SOUTH
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1895-04-25
Schedule IN effect Nov. 49,. 81. (Butler time)
The Short Line to Pitts5urg.
FROM SOUTH .
SUNDAY TRAINS.

Trains leave the Is. ~ u. uepOI III ILetouIS
for the East rs sfollows.
For Washington ID c., Baltimore, Philadel-
Cumberapd 6:iO 7 go, a. IN. 10. $40 p. IN. Con-
nelsvlle $40 730 a. IN. 1.l0 4.3O, 4.45, $50, 92O
D. m. Uniontown, 7.20 a. IN q, 1. 10, 40. $50 p. M
Uniontown. Morga ntown and Fatrmont, 49, a.
M and Z, 80 p. IN, MI, Pleasant Gao I. 80 a. m.
I.iO and 4.30 p m. Washington. Pa. 40 ana
30 a. m, 4 90, A As and 900. IL 55 p. IN. wheel
ing 740. and $50 a m. and 100. $50. ll.55 D.
IN. Cincinnati, st. Louis, Columbus and New
ark, 7.40 Il. m, 10, II .55 p, m.
For Chicago, 30 and $3.50 p. m,
ParOr ana sleeping cars 10 Baltimore, wash
tngton, Cincinnati and Chicago.
Arizona republican., 1895-10-31
HE SHOT TIE PHYSICIAN The Dreadful Deed Of a
 Jealous Man. Both the Principals Had Been
 Divorced.
The Victim Was Shot Down Without Mercy on the Public
 Street.

DALLAS, Tex, Oct. S0.-Dr. J. J. Ray, a prominent physician of Dallas, was shot and almost instantly killed this evening by Marion Hardcastle, a well known resident of Dallas. The tragedy took place on Main street in the presence of crowd of people. Hardcastle was arrested. The only statement he would make was:
 Ray has been my family physician for six years and domestic affairs were the cause of the killing"
 41ardcastle met Ray about noon to- day and thrashed him, after attempt ing to cane him. The men were sepa- rated. Tonight Ray was standing on the sidewalk, wlen Hardcastle stepped up to him, spoke few words in low tone of voice, placed a pistol to Rays right temple, and sent a bullet through his brain. The tragedy created an i'm mense sensation.
 Dr. Ray came to Dallas from New Orleans. He was married to a Miss We'll about four years ago, but was recently divorced. ; Hardcastle is also from his wife. '.
Arizona republican., 1895-10-31
TOM REEDS SLATE.
Payne, of New York, to Be Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee.

WASHINGTON, Oct 90.-Republi- can politicians here are morally certain that the simultaneous appearances of Thomas B. Reed and Sereno B. Payne in New York city means that the ques tion of the chairmanship of the ways and means committee of the next house has been settled and that MT. Payne be at the head of this most important committee.
 MT. Reed, of course, aspires to the presidency, and a masterful handling of the business of the incoming house may insure him what he desires To accomplish this result he must have able lieutenants, and with Payne, of New York, at the head of the commit tee on ways and means; Cannon, of Illinois, on appropriations; Hit, of the same state, to manage foreign aff& irs :; Dingley, of Maine, directing the com mittee on coinage, weights and meas ures; and Dalzell, of Pennsylvania, at the head of the judiciary committee he stands a fair chance, according to Re publican politicians, of making a great record during the next six months.
Arizona republican., 1895-10-31
HIDDEN WEALTH OF A SINISTER
Queer Place of Concealment Chosen by
 a Woman for Her Funds.

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind, Oct. 30.- A few days ago Sarah Lewman, spinster, aged 46 years, died, leaving an estate valued at $75,000. She was an eccentric character and hoarded She was rarely, if ever, seen off the farm where she was born, and knew nothing of the ways of the world. Under no circumstances could she be induced to deposit her wealth in a place more safe.
 Yesterday County Clerk J. c. Lew man was appointed administrator of the estate. He visited the homestead to make an examination of the place. In one of the rooms he found under the carpet $1,7OO in gold In the leaves of books, old cans, out of the way hooks and cupboards- rolls of bills of the de- nomination of S20, $50 and s1O0 were discovered, aggregating s2OOO. In the bedding, old clothing, bonnets, hats, pots, kettles, door cracks, and walls money was found in liberal quantities. In sheepskins and feathers more cur rency was brougdt to light, until be- tween $6,OOO and $7,OO0 had been
Arizona republican., 1895-10-31
POLITICS AND A PASTORATE.
Attempt to Dismiss a Preacher for Vot-
 ing for Cleveland.

HARTFORD, Vt., Oct. 30.-Rev. Her bert w. Boyd accepted the pastorate of the Congressional church here year ago in answer to an advertisement for minister without politics. He stated at the time that he could agree to the terms conscientiously, as he considered that politics had nothing to do with the church. His congregation is composed almost exclusively of Republicans.
 After he was comfortably settled it was learned that he had.votefffe Cleveland in 1892. Four wealthy Re- publicans, members of his congrega- tion, withdrew their support at once. It was expected that he would resign. but he stubbornly refused to do so, de- claring that he would accept any salary the church might pay. AS a result of the fight made against him, special meeting of the congregation was held on Thursday to consider the matter of his retention for another year. There was much excited discussion, but the pastor was victorious by vote of 3a to 4.
Arizona republican., 1895-10-31
BARNES TAKES THE FLOOR Scathing DenunCiation
 of DurranI. Dramatic Climax of the AttOr-
 ney'S Speech. Durrant Sat Throughout Less Af- feCted Than Anyone Else
 In the Courtroom.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 3O.-Dis- triet Attorney Barnes today appeared as the central figure in the last scene of the trial of Theodore Durrant. A most impressive scene took place when he spoke of how counsel for de- fense had invoked the spirit of Blanche Lamont and voiced her thought by saying, Let him go free He harmed me not" While looking intently at the frame bearing Miss Lamont's dress, MT. Barnes reached the climax of the scene.
 Turning upon Durrant the district attorney with clenched fists and in a voice of thunder, exclaimed: q see her now! There she stands, behind him at this very moment, not praying for vengeance for her deep wrongs, not for the laws retribution upon her murderer, but, with uplifted hands and streaming eyes, praying that God will not put it into your hearts, by the mockery of a verdict of not guilty, to set free this monster to prey upon other souls, pollute with vile hands the unsunned snow of other children and to defy anew that God of justice whose ministers you are."
 Durrant was the least affected per- son in the court room, while Mrs. No ble, the dead girls aunt, wept.
 The district attorney will conclude his argument tomorrow afternoon, when the jury will be charged and the fate of Durrant placed in their hands.