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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

secretary reported much work done and
many addresses made during the year.
The treasurer reported some 5000 raised.
The president said: "This was raised in
small amounts.
Miss Atkinson, a w. +. M. s. returned
missionary, gave the address. Miss At
kinson showed that the representations OF
tourists and professional critics certainly
cannot be as correct as those who like
her had svor spent hours in the japanese
homes. There is vice In Japan, but in
the United States they reach lower depths
than in their own island kingdom. They
have civilization. In Toxic you can ride
In electric cars, walk the streets lit by
electric lights, and send by telegraph or
whisper by telephone. They are proud OF
their schools, etc, We can only teach by
being In sense connected with the Gov
ernment, but We are glad to get the
chance In any way; glad the Gov
ernment will employ Christians and
not limit US either. They allow US to use
the Holy Bible as text book and so we
win children. And we win the parents
through them and get into the homes by
them. Miss Atkinson told Of several
japanese girls saved in Jesus, who died
and at whose funerals hundreds of people
saw Christian burial for the first time.
The foes are insidious, but Japan is be-
ginning TO bow to Jesus.
Miss l.. Robinson sang a sweet solo and
Mr.. West a convert Singalese, spoke.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
CONDEMNED LANDS HEARING.

The examination of William A. Harris
of the Harris Steam Engine Company
was continued at the adjourned hea-
ing by the commissioners on
lands condemned for the new State Nor
NAL School this afternoon. Mr.. Harris
had TO enumerate again all the
buildings occupied by him and the
Granger company and give dimen-
sions Of land involved. Then he sub
mitted a list of values of the fixtures
used in his foundry. He was being
sharply examined when his counsel objec-
ted, claiming under the statutes
core ovens, etc, were real
when the property was condemned and
the remonstrants are not to be ordered
to remove them whether they wished
to or not. A brief argument followed
and the examination was permitted to
continue.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
FIFTY YEARS.
Continued From Page I.

May God grant in our keeping the lodges proud
banner,
Advanced not less high, shall as gracefully move
As when borne by our elders In fraternal manner.
Which showed they were bounden in Friends hip
May those who succeed us lnd naught for detrac-
tion,
To cloud reoollec iion with feelings Of shame,
May Honor's bright shield be embiazcned by ac-
Performed In pure zeal for our Lodges fair fame
Now secure Of the past and our Hope rising
We live in the Present with Joy in full sway,
Long live the Grand Masters, long live the Grand
Sire,
Who lend us their presence to honor this day.
To all we give welcome from hearts hlled with
pleasure,
And sentiment warm as OF generous youth;
Canonicus Lodge is our pride and our treasure.
Our Home Lodge OF Friendship, OF Love. and OF
Truth.
The rest OF the afternoons program was
ss follows:
Sovereign Grand Lodge, i. o. o. F."
John w. Stebbins, grand sire; "The
Masonic Fraternity" General Elisha III.
Rhodes, grand master of Masons of Rhode
Island; overture, "The Metropolis" (De
Witt orchestra; "Grand Lodge OF Rhode
Island, 4. o. o. F." George Il. Mackinnon,
ANo. ", Biahu ihdobci VI
Island; estate of Rhode Island" Hon.
Charles p. Bennett, Canonicus No. 8,
Secretary OF State; scena, an Trovatore,"
(Verdi) duet for cornet ana trombone,
Messrs. Church and Spary; "City
OF Providence" Hon. Charles L.
Harris, Canonicus No. o, Alderman;
selection, Bohemian Girl" (Balfe), Or
chestra; "Grand Lodge Of Massachu-
setts, /. o. o. F." Henry r. Ruggles,
grand master of Massachusetts; "Grand
Lodge of Connecticut, !. o. o. F." Leo
pold DeLeeuw, grand master of Connecti-
cut; march. "Stsndard Bearer" (Fahr-
bach), orchestra.
The members of the reception commit
tee during the anniversary observance
are: Walter >. Southwick, p. c.; Richard
Sanford, Il. g.; Frank A. Salisbury, p. q. (;
Herbert M. Shove, p. e., Elmer Il. Hub
bard, =. g.; Isaac Southwick, Jr., p. g.. /;
l.. Howard Wright, Charles y. Bennett.
The exercises will terminate with sec.
ond gathering at the Trocadero this even
ing, which will be in the nature of pub
lie reception to the grand sire and the
grand masters.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
BRIEF LOCALS.

Charles o, Nickerson was fined go and
costs in the Sixth District Court this
morning for making an assault upon
Elizabeth G.. Nickerson.
In the Sixth District Court this morn
ing John B. Burns was charged with
making an assault on William A. Sweet.
He was held until Friday for trial.
A flock OF wild geese flew over the City
Hall this noon and Major Harcourt got
out three inspected guns, but none was
loaded.
One case OF scarlet fever on each OF the
following named streets was reported to
the superintendent OF health today: Row
ley, North Main, Schofield, Hope, Belk-
nap and Manton avenue.
Toye a Holmes, marble workers at
Doyle street, report that some body
knocked a valuable marble slab over last
night, and broke 1t.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
HEARD IN COURT.
Case Of Butler Exchange Co.
VS.. Schneider Non-Suited.


The only case tried in either division OF
the Supreme Court today was that of the
Butler Exchange Co. vs.. Louis II. Schnei-
der for sS334, alleged to be due for two
months rent of rooms In the Butler Ex-
change. The case came up on appeal
from the District Court.
In the trial the fact is disclosed that
Schneider hired two rooms and then two
other rooms, making four in all, for the
use OF the Home Life Insurance Co. of
New York, and that the rent therefor
was charged on the books of the plaintiffs
TO the Home Insurance Co.
The principal witness for the prosecu-
tion was George 5. Leete, who testified to
the hiring OF rooms go and 231, and
afterward 232 and 233, by Schneider, and
that two of the rooms had been occupied
by the defendant and no rent paid
thereon.
Dexter b. Potter, counsel for the plain
tiffs, offered himself as witness and tes-
titled that Mr.. Fitch, one OF the counsel
for the defendant, came to his Office and
said Schneider had no authority to hire
the rooms he did, ana that on this ac-
count the suit was brought against
Schneider instead Of the Home Insurance
company.
Mr.. Fitch rather sharply and quickly
denied this testimony of Mr.. Potter.
Judge Wilbur, who was hearing the
case, directed the jury to be taken to their
room.
The court then considered the state
ment of Mr., Potter as to why the suit had
been brought against Schneider when his
agency had been disclosed. Mr.. Fitch
stated that when he went TO see Mr.. Pot
ter about the case he told him that Mr..
Schneider was not liable, for he had hired
the rooms as agent for the company. Mr..
Fitch then moved non suit which the
court granted.
Appellate Division.
There were no cases heard In this diyi-
sion to-day nor are there any on the
calendar for tomorrow.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
MRS. STEVENS FUNERAL.
Impressive Services at Calvary
Church This Morning.
Many Prominent People Look Upon
Remains of the Society Leader.

NEW YORK, April S.-Funeral services
over the body of Mrs. Paran Stevens were
held this morning In Calvary Church
Twenty-first street.
The pastor, Rev. DIR. III. Y. Sattorleo
ofticiated, assisted by Rev. Louis Cameron.
AT the professional the choir sang
"Oh, Paradise The pail bearers
were: Colonel William Jay, Peter
Marie, Chauncey NJ. Depew, James v.
Parker, w. Watts Sherman, William r.
Douglas, Thomas +. Cushing and Richard
Coven. The top OF the cssket was
covered with flowers and inside
the chancel rail rose great floral offerings.
After the services the casket was removed
to the Grand Central Depot TO be sent to
Boston on the / o'clock train this
afternoon. There IL will bo placed In
mortusry of Mount Auburn cemetery TO
await the arrival from England of Mrs.
stevens daughter, Airs. Arthur Paget,
who Is now on the way.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

Thirty-seven liquor licenses have been
paid for, 10 Saturday and % this forenoon :.
Richard Greenhaut of Swan avenne,
who was reported missing a few days ago,
has returned.
The Brown and Boston University base
ball teams will cross bats on Lincoln Field
this afternoon at o'clock.
Edwin II. Smith reports the loss of n
silver mounted saddle somewher between
the city hall and Vinton street last even
ing.
horse driven by John Vaughan ran
away this morning and John was thrown
from the seat. lie sustained scalp
wound.
Enough snow fell in the western part Of
the State yesterday to make ice cream,
according TO a gentleman who came in
town this morning.
The Rhode Island Letter Carriers re-
union and banquet, to be held at Central
Falls, Saturday evening, April 20, prom
ises TO be grand affair.
The Church of the New Jerusalem is
free from debt and yesterday, in addition
10 the Palm Sunday celebration, there
No' WING oSANANN'
John Barber of Central Falls let horse
and buggy Saturday night TO man who
said he was coming TO Providence. They
failed TO return, so Providence detectives
are looking for them.
Lewis Kahnoosky, years old, OF 200
North Main street, was injured on the
leg by being struck by a Camp street car
on North Main street yesterday afternoon
DR.. McGregor attended him.
The officers OF Division 81, Brotherhood
OF Locomotive Engineers, were installed
at the meeting in Castle Hall yesterday.
The installing officers were ID. II. McCar-
thy, y. C., and Brother Atwood, NJ. g..
There was also a musical and literary en-
tertainment.
A good religious interest has been mani
tested at the special services during last
week at the Friendship Street Baptist
Church. The meetings Will be continued
this week from Tuesday TO Friday even
ings. Mrs. Marie X. stone, contralto Of
the Berkeley Temple, Boston, will sing
three evenings.
There was an exciting game OF base
ball on Young's lot on Smith street Sat-
urday afternoon between the Unions OF
Smith Hill and the Mount Hopes of Mort n
End, which resulted in victory for the
the latter by a score OF to- 8 The Mount
Hopes would like TO hear from any nine
In the State under fourteen years of age.
There will be memorial service in
honor OF the late Hon. Frederick Douglass
in tho Ebenezer Baptist Church, A street,
this evening. There will be an original
poem by Mss Nettie Mitchell, singing by
the Congdon Street Baptist Church
quartet. remarks by Rev. :. y. Fisher,
Rev. j. B. Colbert and Rev. j. O. johnson,
and resolutions will be adopted.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
FINANCIAL Ne VS..
Spectators Awaiting Income
Tax Decision.
Sugar Somewhat Erratic-CoaI Stock
Weak-General Notes.
Special 10 The News.

special 10 The News
NEW YORK, April S.--The action OF the
general market is likely to be held in
allegiance until definite action Is taken by
the United States Supreme Court upon
the income tax question. As has been be-
fore pointed out, il perchance the judges
should decide upon its unconstitutional
ity, 1t would not be an unmixed
evil, since 1t would mean a knock
out blow TO the Populist party.
Those who are best informed upon
legislative matters and know President
Cleveland very well ridicule tho idea Of
any extra session OF Congress, even in the
event OF the unconstitutionality OF the
income tax being upheld.
The speculation in Sugar Is likely to be
somewhat erratic, but formidable declines
are scarcely to be apprehended. Boston
seems to be bullish again
upon Sugar and the advices
from that city indicate that some of the
large interests that sold out two weeks
ago have been buying back their lines on
the positive knowledge that the condi-
tion of the Sugar trade, all reports to the
company Notwithstanding, is staple with
an improving tendency.
A ST. Paul director says: at seems to
me that the way in which st. Paul stock
holds in the market is testi-
mony on the part OF the investors
as to their faith in the present manage
ment of the company. st. Paul earnings
do not promise much improvement for
some months to come, but it can be said
that st. Paul Is cutting its clothes to suit
the CLOTH"
To tell the truth, gossip is somewh hat
mixed, but the bulls are somewhat en-
couraged by the London market which
shows considerable gain for l.. & N, st.
Paul and other active shares.
The Jersey Central dividend Is still in
doubt, but a reduction generally is ex-
pected.
General Financial Notes.
Silver is higher in London.
The We'll party is said to be largely
short of the market.
Several orders have already come in for
Standard telephones, but, of course, the
company is not yet prepared for orders.
and will not be for q long time. They
have first to make an agreement with
some telegraph company; which one is
not decided upon.
Morgan's presence in London is no
doubt responsible for the advance there.
George Westinghouse has gone to Pitts
burg to spend q week. This will delay
negotiations little with the General
Electric Company.
Readings demand OF 21 per cent at the
meeting Thursday was great surprise.
The Cammack factions are bearish on
st. Paul, General Electric and Western
Union.
Bell Telephone opened at 17s this morn
ing and afterward receded to III.
Providence Clearing House.
The clearings of the Providence banks
today amounted 10 S679, 200.
Naxu Nnrlx Sfnclx nun.atto..
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
BEFORE JUDGE CARPENTER.
suit for Damages i'm the United States
Court This Morning.

A peculiar case was tried before Judge
Carpenter in tho United States Court,
this morning, jury trial being waived. IL
seems that the Engineer * Equipment
Company made plans for the Newark
Street Railway Company's equipment and
also, by agreement, awarded the contract,
for boilers and engine, to the
Corliss Steam Engine Company
of this city. 1t was a
5000 contract and Cornelius j. Field,
who was at the head of the equipment
,ompany, seeks to recover s2100 from the
Sorliss people as commission, claiming
hat they promised him 6 per cent. for
citing the contract to them. The de-
ence put in a denial, declaring such q
proposition illegal on the face of il.
This was the final hearing and the Judge
deferred his decision.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
COMMITTED SUICIDE.

III. M. Smith was found dead in his
room at 1043 Westminster street, at 9:30
o'clock this morning by Ellen Bradshaw,
a domestic. DR.. Palmer was notified and
found that the man had died from the
effects of illuminating gas. The gas cock
In the room was found to be partly
opened. The remains were given to Un-
dertaker Miles and were afterward
claimed by relatives from Woonsocket.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
WILCOX HOME.
Continued from Page 1.)
FROM wrLBouR, JACKSON a co.

been pushing him for money. The
farm that is owned by the two
brothers has been mortgaged, and John
has not done what his brother expected
he had toward paying off portion OF the
mortgage. A Mr.. Belden OF Bridgeport,
Conn.,, has a note of Mr.. Wilcox's, but he
has never pushed him for 1t, anu 1t is said
by many that had Mr.. Wilcox had any
desire TO raise money from his friends and
then disappear that he could have raised
at least 5000.
His account book shows that on Novem-
Der 10 he. had s756S7, but just where this
has gone will for while remain a
mystery. His family today are as happy
as any in the State, and are in hopes that
the head of the once happy home has
come to stay.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
CUBANS FOR CUBA.
A Subscription Taken in Chicago for
the Revolution.
Band Of Fifty Sympathizers Raised
$1,000 at One Meeting.

CHICAGO, April s.-Chicago will con-
tribute its quota to the war in Cuba. At
meeting held last night a COM
mittee of five was appointed
10 solicit subscriptions in the
shops and factories OF Chicago, where
Cubans or their sympathizers are en-
ployed. The money secured will be set
aside as a special fund to pay for the pas
sage and arming of volunteers.
This little band of 80 revolutionists at q
recent monthly meeting subscribed in
cash and forwarded TO the insurgents
over sl6O0
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
DEATH NOTICES.


Farnum. John Premo, Albert
Gardiner. Frances f Spencer. Rebccca
Henshaw. William III Sweet. Hannah
Lambert, Septimus Sylvester, Elizabeth N
BATES-In North scituate. April :, suddenly,
Albert o. Bates aged a. years.
ELDRED-In Wexford. II. J., April 9. Rhoda
n widow OF James Eldred.
FARNUM-In seekonk. Mass, April Z. John
tarnum, in the S0th year of his age.
GARDINER-1n this city. April G. Frances F.,
widow OF Willard w. Gardiner, in the 53d
year of her age.
HENsHAW-In this city. April Z. William
H., son OF Elizabeth A. and the late
William Is. Henshaw, in the 52l year OF
his age.
LAMBERTIn Phenix. April 5, Septimus
Lambert In the 52d year Of his age.
LANE-In this city. April @, Mary Anna
Wheaton, wife OF Rev. William Hoyle
Lane.
MosHER-Tn East Proviience. April :. Of
pneumonia, Forbes +. Mosher, aged 80
years. months and days.
PREMo-In Johnston. April Z, Albert, son OF
Martin and Margaret VI. Premo. aged 8
years, months and IL days
sPENCER-In this city. April g. Rebccca
Spaulding, widow OF Albert Spencer. aged
"a years.
swEET-In CranstoB. April 8, Hannah Sweet
In her 9sd year.
sYLvESTER-In this city, April 9. Elizabeth
VI. wife of Alpheus III. Sylvester fu tho
Gath -ear Of her age.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
COM MON COUNCIL.

The regular meeting OF the Common
Council will take place tonight. Prob
ably the most important business will be
the consideration OF the report of the
Joint special railroad committee on cross
town lines and transfer checks.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

The eliminating power Of the gas large
ly depends on tho shape Of the burner ON
ployod. Tho smaller and thinner the flame.
tho more rapid tho consumption and the
less .bo light.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
Two OF n Kind.

Sitanchin-If had your money. know
what I'd be.
Closefst--whnt would you beI
Sitanchin--Just as mean as you arc
Kate Fields Washington.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
TO ATTACK CANTON.
Forty Japanese Transports or the
Pessador Islands.

HONG KoNo, April s.-Forty Japanese
transports are reported off the Pessador
Islands. IL Is rumored that an attack
upon Canton Is contemplated. Torpedoes
have been placed in the river for the de-
fense of the city.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
Entertainments Today.

PROVIDENCE OPERA HOUSE" The Butter
hies."
KEITHrs OPERA HoUsE--"Forgiven."
TRowBRiDGE's STAR THEATER-" Wreck OF
the Midnight Express"
WEsTMINsrEE THEATER-Fsy Foster Com
pany.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

In A. ID. Sei tho brooches makers were
expelled from Rome, and all persons were
ordered 10 discontinue wearing brceches.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
roo LATE ron cLAssIFIoAroM

INOUND--A BLACK WHITE SPOTTED DOG;
~ owner can have same by proving Property
70 South Main street ss-a
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

A house Of ten rooms I'm Pompeii cost
sho builder nearly $4,000.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08

At a. M, the Conference was called to
order. The records read and approved.
The first half hour was given to hearing
from the superannuated preachers, whose
names are as follows:
q. A. Morse, w. III. Stetson, Il. A. Lyon,
w. +. Hyde, b. G. Phelps, s. B. Chase. T..
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1895-04-08
METHODIST
CONFERENCE.
Continued From Page 81
THE LAST HOURS.
Important Business Transacted Today
at the Methodist Conference.

THE NEWS BUREAU,
CHESTNUT STREET NJ. y. CHURCH. :
Monday, April 8, 1885.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1895-08-28
A Close Call.

There came near being a very Sc
rious confagration in Knapp & Laws
Co. S store last Saturday night. 1t is
the custom to leave lamp burning
In the store all night, and some time
during the night this lamp burst. 1t
was haning over a hardwood desk,
and the burning oil ran down the
desk, and through the keyhole, ignit-
ing papers in the drawer. The desk
badly charred, but no other damage
was done. 1t is thought that the oil
was nearly all burned out of the
lamp when it burst, and it is proba
bly, owing to this fact that the build
ing escaped destruction. 1t was
very narrow escape, for if the fire lac
good start there would have beer
small chance of saving the town.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1895-08-28
Gale-Conkey.

A Y. Gale and Miss Blanche Con-
kew were married in Reno last Sun
day. The groom is the popular
conductor of the G, & c., which
position he has held for many years,
and by his faithful attention to bust
ness and his uniform courtesy he has
earned the esteem of his employers
and the gratitude of the travelling
public. The bride is a most esti-
mable young lady of Reno. For
some months she has resided in
Hawthorne where she made many
sincere friends. The railroad boys,
as well as a wide circle of other
friends, wish the newly-mated pair a
long life of happiness and prosperity.
The deacon and his bride left Reno
Sunday night for honeymoon trip
through Southern California. They
will return Ia about two weeks, when
they will take up their residence in
Hawthorne. Bon voyage.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1895-08-28
All Bets Oh.

There was three-round go-as- you,
please fist fight in Silver Star last
Monday night, between Dick Kelly
and another miner named Ranch.
The fight was for the championship
Of the Burg. Jack Hall was behind
Kelly and Gene Garicke seconded
Ranch.
LIST round. Kelly made a lunge for
Raneh's wind; the latter dueked and
Dick went down the road on all fours
about 20 feet. The road is very
steep.l Ranch did not take advan-
tage of Dick fall
2nd round. Both came to the
scratch in good form. Kelly led with
both hands and one foot, but did not
reach his man. Ranch lands heavy
on Kelly's bread basket. They elineh
and fall. Ranch on top. Various
endearing epithets were exchanged,
and finally they botk got up
Sd round Both smiling and Dick
talking. Both lead together, Kelly
goes wild, but Ranch reaches his OPP
ponent's cheek. A ehnch aud roll
down the hill. Ranch on top. After
a growl of five minutes both get up
and all hands adjourn and take a jolt.
The referee declared the fight a
draw and all bets off.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1895-08-28
Fire at Silver Star.

About noon last Tuesday a fire
was discovered in the big wood pile
at the mill in Douglas. The whistle
sounded an alarm and in five minutes
there were fifty or sixty men on the
scene. A bucket brigade was formed
by part of the men, while others
shoveled on sand and in short time
the fire was under control. The wood
pile was not over thirty feet from the
mill and for time it seemed as if
the mill must be destroyed Fortu-
nately the wind was blowing away
from the mill. 1t is supposed the
fire started from spark from the
smokestack.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1895-08-28
Speaks for the University.

Albert M. Levers, a graduate of
the School of Mines OF the Nevada
State University, who was appointed
an assistant examiner in the Patent
Office in Washington year ago, re-
Gently took an examination for pro
motion. The result shows that Mr..
Levers stood second on the list, max
ing a standing of 1928 per cent,
while the first man made 1851 per
cent. This in q contest with men
from Harvard and Yale and the Bos-
ton School of Technology, means a
good deal.