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Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
A Medsrn oresh Hero.

Some of our famous athletes may think republics ungrateful when they compare their treatment to that of the Greek who won the recent foot race from Marathon to the stadion. Nothing. !" says the correspondent of tho London Chronicle, illustrates the character of the modern Greek 90 much as the ex- traordinary attention shown Co the win ner of this race. He has been treated as a sort of demigod. All his sayings are duly reported; he has been escorted in a carriage by detachment of troops. When be walks in the streets crowds of respectable men and women follow, and the king uf Grsce has not only shaken hands with him. but both be and bis father have been invited to the palaoa Private individuals have given him large sums uf money; wine dealers. gro cers and numerous other tradesmen have offered to supply all his requirements for year frec of cost. and barber has been reported as having offered to shave him and cut his hair for the pesiod of his lifetime free of cost. ''
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
PROCEEDINGS. IN DETAIL.
Silver Forces Win In the First Contest
 Defeating Senator HILL

Silver Forces Win In the First Contest,
 Defeating Senator HILL
 CHICAGO, July S.-The sixteenth na- tional Democratic convention was called to order by Chairman William F. Harrity of the national committee, and prayer was offered by Rev. Ernest NJ. Stires. rector of Grace Episcopal church of this city.
 At the conclusion of the invocation Chairman Harrity said: ... -... By direction of the Democratic na- tional committee desire to report the fol- lowing as the temporary organization of the oonvention:
 "For temporary chairman. Hon. David B Hill of NeY York.
 "For temporary secretary, Hon. Simon P. Sheerin of Indiana
 "For sergeant-at- arms, Colonel John l. Martin of Missouri.
 "What is the pleasure of the convention upon the report as made from the Demo cratic national committeeg"
 MT. Clayton of Alabama arose and said: "In behalf of 25 members of your na- tional committee, as opposed to 27, and, as believe, in accordance with the wish of a great majority of this convention, l
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09

First Gall to oruer.
 Second. d.-Prayer.
 Third. Reports of standing oommiN toes.
 Fourth.-Reportso of special committees. Fifth.-unnnished business
 Sirth.-CSll of roll for presidential nom- nations.
 Seventh. Balloting.
 Eighth.-Caii of roll for vloe prcsidsn- tial nominations.
 Ninth Balioting.
 Whit. Tor Permanent chsirm.A-
 The oommittg on permanent orsanina- ton met In tEs Coliseum immediately after the adjournment of tho convention. General K B Finley of Ohio was made chairman and J. F. Brown of Georgia eco rotary. A roccss was then taken, and tbs silver mon retired and held a oauous, at which the permanent organization WIS fully agreed upon. When the committee rcconvened at the sherman House In the evening, the silver slate went through As follows;
 Permanent Chairman - stephen M. White of f.Californln.
 SerReant-at.Arms-J l. Martin of Missouri.
 seoretary-Thomas J. cosan of Cinoin- natl.
 Assistant Seorctary--Louis n. HerSheim- or of Chicago.
 Reading Clerk-E- B. Wade of Ten- nessee.
 Assistant Reading Clerks-N. R. Walker of Florida. Charles Niokell of Oregon. Jen Pollard of Missouri and Lincoln Dixon of Indiana
 The name of Senator David B. HUI of New York was presented by tho goldmwn for permanent chairman, and he reCeived c votes to 38 for Senator White. The rs- mainder of the organization as presented by the silver people went through by eo- eiamation, the gold men making no nomi- nationa
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09

am authorized to present a minority recom- mendation, which shall now offer as a substitute for part of the motion made by the chairman of our national commit tee:
 a. We, the undersigned members of the Democratic national committee, respect fully recommend that the name of John ". Daniel of Virginia be substituted in tho committee report for that of the Hon. David B. Hill of New York. and that the Hon. John W. Daniel be chosen temporary chairman of this convention
 The minority report was signed by the following committeeman:
 Henry D. Clayton, Alabama; - Mo Req, Arkansas; Michael F. Tarpey, Cali- fornia; c. NJ. Thomas, Colorado, Samuel Pasco, Florida; Clark Howell, Georgia; c W. Blair, Kansas; Arthur Sewall, Maine; D. J. Campau, Michigan; A. J. Davidson, Montana; R P. keating, Ne vada; F. H. Busbee, North Carolina; Will liam C. Zeistlkow, North Dakota; NJ. L. Donaldson, South Carolina; P. J. Otey, Virginia; J. W. Burton, Utah; W. J. Kuiokeniale, Wyoming; c. W. Shannon, Arizona. J. l.. Norris, District of Colum- bia; H. B. Ferguson, New Mexico; F. M. Richardson, Oklahoma; J. L. owen, In- dian Territory.
 Clayton Moves . substitutio..
 Mir. Clayton continued: "I therefore move that the recommendation of the mi- nority be adopted and that Hon. John w, Daniel of Virginia be chosen temporary chairman of the convention. and upon that proposition I demand a vote by states and demand a roll call"
 MT. Clayton's motion was discussed st length and with great earnestness and yigor. Allen McDermott of New Jersey, ex Governor Waller of Connecticut and John R. Fellows of New York were the principal speakers against the motion and in favor of sustaining the recommenda- tion of the national committee, to make Senator Hill temporary chairman, Charles M, Thomas of Colorado, Mir, Tarpey of California, Mir. Marsden of Louisiana and Duncan of Texas spoke in favor of the motion, and Mir. Clayton concluded the spirited debate with an appeal for the sub stitution of Daniels name for that of Hill as representing the prevailing sentiment of the convention.
 Chairman Harrity then put the ques- ton, which was the adoption of the mi nority report, and ordered the roll of states to be called. The total vote was announced by the chairman as follows: Yeas (Dsn
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09


 +Daniel voted no.
 After the announcement of the vote the chairman said:
 "The motion offered by the gentleman from Alabama substituting Hon. John W. Daniel of Virginia for temporary chair man is adopted. l"
 The chairman said unless otherwise in- struoted he would regard this as s prao- tical rejection of the majority report and would not put the question of its adoption to the convention. There being no dissent the chairman appointed Senator Jones of Arkansas, Hon. R. P. Keating of Nevada and Senator White of California oom- mittee to escort Senator Daniel to the chair. ....
 The greatest demonstration of the ses- sion up to this time occurred when Soma tor Daniel came forward. Delegates stood in their chairs and yelled with might and main, waving canes, handkerchiefs and flags.
 Senator Daniel, on taking the chair, er- pressed profound gratitude for the honor conferred upon him and professed his re- sret that his name should have been brought in even the most courteous oom- petition with his distinguished friend, Senator Hill, who would readily recognize the fact, however, that there was no per sonality In the matter It was solely due to the principle which the great majority of Democrats stood for, he (Mr. Daniel) standing with them. The speech was a vigorous presentation of the free coinage argument.
 The roll of states was then called un. der the customary practice, and the seleo- tions for membership on the various com mittees were announced. The delegates and spectators began leaving rapidly at this junosure as 1t was well understood that the convention would immediately adjourn. General K. B. Finley of the Ohio delegation protested against the se- lection of committee members by contest ed delegations, but Chairman Daniel ruled that until the permanent organization was perfected the temporary roll should ha resparfad
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
rero.d ,h. Art,., .. w.r..

Tho famous Japanese painter. KyoeaA- worked only when he was in the mood. and the most munihoent offers failed to induce him to aocept commission un- less tho spirit moved him. Ono of his admirers. Mir. Kato Shoyo of Hongo. had vainly attempted to induce the way ward artist to begin painting for him Kyosai would not budge. Kato there upon devised and put into execution novel plan. He bought a spurious Rake mono, or hanging picture. When next the artist paid him visit this was produced and laudcd to the skics Kato declared that the daub was the greatest masterpiece of Kyosai's slillful hands In vain tho indignant painter protested that it was n worthless ooun- terfeit Finally he rushed away in a rage. while Kaso rubbed his hands at the success of his ruse.
 Confident of tho result. Kato invited some friends for the following evening and related to them tho device be was employing. They waited for the advent of Kyosai, and at last, but not until the small hours of the morning. he appear cd He held roll in his hand. Kale- mono on which was depicAd a falcon in the act of clutching a monkey. This he throw toward the host. at the same time asking in an angry voice whether Kato still persisted in attributing the other picture to him. The collector. de- lighted with the success of his plan and with the vigor and beauty of the draw ing he had now obtained. welogized to Kyosai and explained the trick. The painters brow was quickly cleared of it's dark clouds, and in turn he confessed that he had been working day and night in order to produce n picture that should vindicate his talents - Manchester Guarxliun
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09

zens, become at once legislator, judge and or eutioner.
 Nc are opposed to life tenure in the public service. We favor appointments based upon merit. fixed terms of office and such sd- mini-tration of the civil service laws .as will afford equal opportunities to all citizens of certained fitness.
 We declare it to be the unwritten law of this republic, established by custom and usagss of 100 years and sanctioned by the examples of the greatest and wiscst of those who founded and have maintained our government. that no man should be eligible for a third term of the presidential office.
 Connding in the Justice of our cause and the necessity of its success at the polls. sub init the foregoing declaration of principles and purposes to tho considerate judgment of the American people. We invite rhe support of all citizens who approve them and who de- sire to have them made effective through leg. islation for the relief of the people and tho restoration of the country's prosperity.
 The Rules And Order.
 At the meeting of tho committee on rules Senator Money of Mississippi moved that the rules of the last convention and the Fifty-thir congress be continued un- til further orders. Mir. Scott of New York moved as substitute that the same rules be made permanent This would include the two thirds and unit rules. The silver men voted down the substitute by 25 to l6 and adopted Senator Moneys motion. This leaves the rrl les In such a position that the committee can report a change at any time It Is deemed necessary for the purposes of the majority.
 A subcommittee appointed for the pur- pose reported the order of business for the eopyention as follows:
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
An Interesting Session.

First Member Sewing societyI-Deal mel Here we've been talking for three hours and h;yyon't got to sewing yet,
 Second Misunderstanding What sew ingY
 Third Member-Why, sewing societies ought to sew, you know.
 The President-Ladies, owing to the lateness of the hour the Sewing Society For the Amelioration of the Heather will now adjourn York Weekly.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
A FIGHT IN SCHOOL.

"Ofderi Orderi" cried the teacher, But the naughty thing was done Eddie rubbed out Tommie's lesson, And the fight had just begun. Little chubby hands were clinching Jackets torn and rumpled hair. They could never sit together,
 They were such a naughty pair. So the teacher strsightway stood them In the corner, with high caps, And two little outstretched palms From her ruler got ten slaps. "Now, then, tell me all the trouble" Said the teacher at recess, But they both talked loud together, Each one anxious to confess. Hush. now, children" said the teacher Let Eddie speak; one at time" So Eddie answered, all defiance,
 "Tom said his ma uz prettier'n mine. " Ida Hammond Clark in Kansas City Star.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
m. Mishfr.a Co.s-.t.

CHICAGO. July a-Tbs committee on mended the seating of the oontc~ting dele gates--four at large and two in the Fourth and Ninth districts esoh--from the state of Michigan. The unit rule prevails In che Michigan delegation, and this action of the oommittee, if confirmed by the con vention, will throw the solid yots of Aioh- igan into the silver column, as u gives the silver mon tho majority of the dslsgs-
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
TURN DOWN HILL
The Convention 0yerrules the
 National Committee.
DANIEL CHOSEN CHAIRMAN.
The Free Coinage Men Win In the
 First Test of Strength.

Exciting Scenes at the Opening session of the Democratic National Convention Gold Men Plead Earnestly For Senator Hill - Temporary Chairman Daniel Makes . Vigorous Free Coinage Speech. The Comxnittee on Resolutions Prspar- ing the Platform-Senator White of Cal ifornia Selected For Permanent Chair
 man-Bland stiu Leads In the Presi- dential Raoe-MiohIgan Delegation In the Silver Column.
 CHICAGO, July S.-The Democratic na- ;ional convention met in the magnificent and capaoious Coliseum in Jackson park beneath clear skies, with a oool, invigorat- ng breeze snapping at the flags and trap pings and the blue waters of Lake Michi- gan stretching away to the north. After brief but decisive battle in the arena the silver men yindicated their supremacy. They wrested from the hands of the gold
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
pera. Money Ma Arr..s.A.

AMSTERDAM, N. r., July s-John Car riere Is under arrest at Cohoes on the charge of passing oounterfeit silver doi- lara He has lprx been suspected by the police of having Based bogus mossy, bus until recently they could not get sufficient evidence agaipsVfm. The coins arc good limitations, but klDss trinc light in weight They boar the date 1887. Tt is believed that Carriens had aooomplices who belong in New York city.
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09
Au.,n.x su~r~..sui rxu.s,,,.~

KEY WEST. July s s--Anothsr expedition has landed safely on Cuban soil IL oon- sisted of o+ mon, and they had with them 4oo. 900 rounds of ammunition. dynamite and electric battsrios-
Connecticut western news., 1896-07-09

but to demand roll call, which they dld. The call resulted So to l4 for the motion.
 The Platform.
The Newtown bee., 1896-01-31
Newtown; s. c. Bull, Sandy Hook; A. B. Blakeman, BotsfoFd. -
THE DATE FOR a1EE CLUB coNcER FIXED.

It has now been decided that the date for the concert which is to be given in Newtown by the Wesleyan University GIee and Mandolin Club will be Tuesday evening, February IS. This club now includes 22 men. It is a larger organiza- tion than last year, is in better musical form, and will give an even better con- cert than that which so captivated the peo- pie here last February. With the club this year there comes a fine solo flutist. This young man is the nephew of Sousa, the famous leader of the splendid band concerts that were given the past sea- son at Manhattan Beach. This will be,
 without any exceptions, the finest con- cert in this line that Newtown has ever 1 had. It has been arranged by the Mems i Literary Club of Newtown Street with
 the sole idea of giving Newtown people
 right at their own doors an entertain
 ment of the highest grade. This con-
 cert is backed by NewtoWn people, it 1 appeals for support to Newtown people, and it's success means much every way
 to Newtown life. The reserved-seat
 tickets will go on sale at an early date,
 namely, Saturday., February s, at the
 stores of Edgar F. Hawley in the Street
 and of Warner, Taylor & Curtis in the Hook This will be the final entertain ment in this seasons course.
The Newtown bee., 1896-01-31
THE BEE BUZZ
ESPECIAL CORRESPONDENCE OF THE BEE.

SPECIAL CORRESPONDENCE OF THE BEE
 Those were right good words from Shiloh, last week. The true poet is al- ways & preacher of righteousness. As St Johns church was the only one men, tloned by name l am glad of the oppor- tuuity to tell how much it costs to attend that modest little place of worship. In the first place the church is all paid for and eonsecrated. It is the Lord's house IS truly as any l ever saw. There is no debt hanging over the property of the p4ri,h t9 shake the confidence of either the rich or the poor, and the buildings are all in good repair. IL is a matter of both heart and conscience with St Johns people to square all accounts at Easter, and there is no fuss nor failure in that matter.
 Then, th2 seats are all free; and each and all are welcome, Any one can have u pew or part of one to call his own by asking for it, without money or the men, tion of any price. No pews are rented, they are assigned, in order that each may go to some particular seat. One pew is supposed to be just as good as another excepting the matter of taste or some are usually ready to exchange, to ac- commOdate each other. The pews all have the same kind of carpet, the same kind of cushion and the same kind of kneeling stools, and there is always room for more people. There are seats still 4ntaken; in front, in the rear, or On the sides, or in case of need, ia he center no doubt; and except in the 2oldest weather the church is usually comfort able in any part. The choir service is also free. The OrgAnist, the singers, and even the blower are all communi- cants. The blower is the only one who receives any compensation, in money, for musical service.
 The parish has library of 700 good books and that is free. The support of the church is as nearly by freewill offer iDgs as can we'll be. People subscribe, to pay as they please, or not at all; and there is a collection at each morning service and in the Sunday school. The suppers and entertainments are not given merely for the sake of the money, but also for the mutual social benefit and pleasure. People have actually complained to me that they had not been asked to give.
 No fees are exacted or even expected for any services needed by anyone. Baptsms, marriages, burials aud all wis. itations of the sick, night or day, are free to all in the parish, or even out of the parish, so far as any charge is con- cerned; and the Holy Communion is open to all Christians who have the heart aud miud U claim the sacramental gift. S) far as 1 know a man iD a 'ten dollar suit" would be shown to just as good 8 seat as there is in the church. So far as my experience goes, in any place, the "solid" members are quite as likely to be plainly dressed as the poor CT ones aud the poorest are quite as often afflicted with pride as the richest. If there is any one in Shiloh, or any other quarter of the town, who cannot afford" to go to St Johns, and really wants to go, the rector would like to meet that person, in private.-[O. o. Wright.
The Newtown bee., 1896-01-31
EASTON.

THE TWO METHODIST CHURCHES. Several persons in both parts of the charge have combined together to pur- chase stereopticon for the pastors use in illu atrating discourses to the people from time to time. The views for his re. cent lecture on "Pilgrim's Progress were hired from New York house and were very fine. Appropriate choruses were prepared by the pastor, and sung with much spirit by both audiences; and the extra views of the church at Center street, of Bunyan in Prison, and B. T. Beers as 8 pilgrim came in as grateful surprise.
 The next sociable for Jesse Lee church people will be held at J. W. Sherwood's on Tuesday afternoon and evening, February 4. A pleasant time is expect ed. If stormy it will be postponed to the first fair day.
 The social for the church at Center street was held this week at the pleasant home of Sherwood Banks.
The Newtown bee., 1896-01-31
DEATH OF DANIEL BLACKMAN.

The announcement of the death of Dan iel Blackman will cause feeling of sad ness in the minds of many persons ia Cas- county, where he spent large portion of the best part of his life, and where he was so well and favorably known. From the Chicago daily papers we learn that his funeral was held at his late residence, 3519 Rhodes avenue, in that city, attend ed by a committee from the Bar associa- tion of that city, among whom we notice the name of his friend aud acquaintance, Hon k. W. Keightly, formerly member of Congress from this district, and for several years last past, resident of Chicago. The remains were taken to the birthplace of the deceased, Newtown, Conn.,, for interment. Daniel Blackman was born in Newtown, Conn.,, December 3l, 1921, and before reaching his msjori ty commenced teaching school and read ing law. In December, 1845, he was ad- mitted to the bar, and practiced law in Danbury, Conn.,, for five years, when he concluded to strike out for larger field of usefulness in what was then called the far West. He came to Cassopolis, put ting up at the Union hotel kept by NJ. J. Baldwin, in July, 1851, and liking the location, concluded to settle here. He soon became one of the leading lawyers of this part of the state, enjoying to an unusual degree the esteem and thorough confidence of all with whom he came in contact. For many years he was the trusted legal adviser aud counsellor of the late Asa Kingsbury ,>who relied large ly upon his judgement. He was married to Miss Abby l.. Maginnis, in Cassopolis, February 10, 1859, the union being bless. ed by one child, Lizzie, who married missionary to Japan, and died in that country last year. He was identified with many public measures in Cassopolis, during his residence here. In company with the late Joseph Harper he was in- strumental in locating the site for new school building where the present one is built. He was also the moving factor in reclaimipg the south half of the public square, and promoting the building thereon, which now constitutes q large part of the business buildings of the town. He was also very helpful with 5. T. Read and others in bringing the Peninsular railroad, now the Grand Trunk, to this village.
 h politics MT Blackman was a dem- 9crat, always taking an active part in campaigns, making speeches at school houses and elsewhere, one distingulsh-
The Newtown bee., 1896-01-31
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