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The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

The Texas has cost US dear, but not
more than we ought to have paid for the
folly of getting ship models from foreign
designers.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

tits reported that the football casualties
of the season amount to three killed and
122 severely injured. According to the
latest returns this beats the Cuban war,
and as for the prize ring it isn't in it.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14
"Mrs. windows soothing syrur

mrs. WinaIow's Soothing Syrup
Has been used fifty years by millions OF
paothers for their children while Teething with per-
feet 1t sooibes the child, softens the gums
allays Pain cures Wind Collie regulates the Bowels
and is the remedy for Diarrh@as, whether aris
ing from teeshing other causes For sale by drug
gists in every part OF the world Be sure and ask
for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup. 25c bottle.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

81 don't like your slipper, ma"
"Thars strange. thought it would hit you
just right. Town Topics.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

There are numerous complaints in the
East that tie members of the short-skirt
rainy-day clubs never come out when it
rains.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

AVER Pills, taken IN doses of one. daily, after
dinner, admirably regulate the digestive and
assimilative organs. Buy them and try them.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

Il Congress proposes to. revise the tariff
this winter simply to increase the revenue
the shortest and sweetest way will be to
raise the duty on sugar.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

Why should the Governmentlend money
to the Pacific roads at per cent any more
than TO any other railroad that happens
to need it2
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

The Hon. Andrew D. White says the
newspapers do not publish enough of the
proceedings of Congress, but the intelli-
gent reader will take note that great deal
more is published than Congress ever
does
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

CHRISTMAS cards. calendars and California
souvenirs at SanDorn & Wallis, TAI Market. .
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

There is not enough poverty in San
francisco to make sensation about, but
there is plenty to give every man chance
to exercise his charity.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

TINE TO send your Eastern friends Town
sends California glace fruits, SOC ID.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14
POPULAR NEW SLEEVES.

Two novel sleeves are shown here. The first
has puff finished with q pleated ruffie. 1t is
suitable for all fabrics. waist OF Dresden
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

Watterson's advice to the gold Demo
Gratis was virtually to stand pat, and they
might as well do it, for they have nothing
to draw to.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

European statesmen will never be able
to put an end to the Armenian outrages so
long as they leave the Sultan in the posi-
ton of referee.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

The report that the Cuban army is
largely made up of lawless negroes is dis.
puted by correspondent of the New York
Sun, who says thst out of the 100000 ne
groes in Cuba 100000 are in the towns,
highly satisfied with the Spanish sway,
and not more than 5000 are in the ranks of
the patriots.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

Do your shopping early.
The holiday trade crush will soon begin.
Wecan beat the funding bill yet, you bet.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

An extra session of Congress seems vir-
tually decided on and the WORK of prepar-
ing protective tariff bill for submission
to it is now under way, so that it behooves
the people OF California 10 be active in
making representations at Washington
which will secure for our industries the
protection they need.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

Notwithstanding the recent campaign
was waged mainly on the money question
the people of this country were never so
Indifferent in recent years to all sorts of
money reform as they are now. The only
thing they are discussing is the tariff. 1t
is evident they know what they need, and
are determined to have il.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

There is one thing in Willie Hearts
journalism that requires explanation.
Why should he have sent to Arizona to
get Wyatt Earp's record WHEN he could
have got it from Long Green Lawrence
for nothing.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

The New York Herald notes with pride
that at present 1--WE have glut of idle
money, rates of interest are lower here
than IN Europe and the bankers and capt.
talists of the Old World are borrowing
from u.s. 1t is questionable. however,
whether there is good cause for pride in
the situation 1t would be better for US
to be using our money to build up the I'M
developed West than to be sending it
across the ocean.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

HE CALL SPEAKS FOR ALL.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1896-12-14

The prediction that Willie Hearst may
yet go up the Hudson and change his
name to No. 7A3 is not regarded in New
York as a hope merely. 1t is remembered
that fellow who ran Hearsty news
paper in Chicago is now known by the
number OF his cell, and what has hap
peneO there may happen in New York.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
NEW MAIL CARS SATISFACTORY.

Still. FURTHER PLANS FOR EXTENDING TIE
TROLLEY SERVICE UNDER CONSIDERATION.
Mr. Sullivan. the Brooklyn Postmaster. Is greatly
beased with the new trolley postal ears which have
been in operation In that city for the last three
weeks The cars handsome In appearance. ana.
being supported by double trucks. run with great
steadnes. The clerks who handle the malls In them
assert that II Is almost possible to carry glass OF
water on the without spIlling except when
other tracks crossed or corners are turred
The cars regularly over the Fulton-st. line To
East New-York. and over the new crosstown lire
10 Newtown Creek. One-half OF each car is used
for passengers and as the make loop AT each
end Of the route the passenger compartment IA
always In the rear on the postal ears run on the
Atlantc-ave lines the passenger compartment has
been reserved for the of smokers but that Is not
the case with the new white cars. as 1t was sup
posed TO be when they were first put in operation.
mails ndled the that
the clerks have all they can do When they took
the examination for appointment In this service.
they supposed they were going TO haNe COMPARE
lively easy Job but that has not proved TO be the
case and some OF them are Inclined to regret that
they left the regular service in the postoflce.
Plans are already under consideration FOR estab-
fishing another trolley mall line, namely, on the
Broadway railroad. which Is under tho control OF
the Brooklyn. Queens County and Suburban COM
when this line gets in operation all the stations IN
the city Will te reached by the trolley mail cars or
by trolley cars which mailbags are carried. and
the use OF horses and CONS VIII be almost entire
that he viii be able to establish Sun another
town line to f'ushng-avc.. then along that avenue
10 Station A. IN Graham-ave" near Broadway, ana
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

the slightest probability OF Or. Bowling becoming
the incumbent OF Holy Trinity Parish? He Is there
ana has been from the beginning. simply 10 I'll a.
best he can the temporary vacancy in the pulpit
before the new rector shall appear one might well
hesitate. under any circumstances. 10 place him
sell In a position OF comparison with man OF such
commanding and comprehensive range Of ability
certainly not made any less by the repeated appear
ance In the public prints OF such interviews those
referred 10 above
However much Dr. bowling may envy those mag
nllccnt cniowmcnts which enabled the recent rec
tor Of Holy Trinity to preside at scientific assem-
bly, on one evening. - illuminate with legal lore
tho status of some ciNc question on the next. and
all the while To be guiding successfully the inter-
cts OF great church. no one knows better than
Dr.. Bowling himself that such qualities do not be-
long 10 him. that Whatever abilities he may have
IL ne has any. those very commonplace ones
which nave thus far. during his ministerial life
enabled him. with the help or concentration and
with moderate measure OF success, TO bring some
good cheer on sunday to those who are hungerlng
for spiritual uplft. and during the week to attend
70 the shepherling OF h.s flock For activities
other than these cNccpt such ordinary public con-
Germs every clergyman siOuld be interested In
he ~ fully conscious that he possesses neither the
ability nor the ambition.
After this frank statement. may not hope that
there may exist further occasion for the publ
cation OF such interviews" which. you viii.
am sure. readily understand. must be dstastefu
gTegatior whom he is endeavorng to serve? re-
ma In, yours. vita respect
GEORGE THOMAS BOWLING.
Newton Centre. Mass, Jan. ., 1896.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
BURGLAR RUN TO EARTH.

A MAN TO WHOM HE SAYS HE SOLD STOLEN
GOODS ALSO ARRESTED
Edward Thomas Brown y negro twenty-fo
years old. who ives al NJ. 81 Bartlett-st.. was
arracned Yesterday In the Lee Avenue Police Court
charged with burglary. Brown was arrested at an
early hour yesterday by Roundsman Doran. OF the
Thirteenth Precinct while he was hurrylng through
Lewis. near Ncrnon-ave.. with q bag thrown over
his shoulder.
The prisoner confessed that he had disposed OF
"hlcty" 10 . fence" at No. 19 Flush!ng-ave. A
detective arrested Louis Freund, the proprietor. He
denied all knowledge that goods he hased had
been stolen and that he kept FENCE" he COLI
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
/ The News of Brooklyn

Miss Bessie Bacon Miss Wade. Mss Cameron.
the Misses Hurley. Mss Frankel and the VI sses
Hawthorne.
Mrs. Albert J. Cole gave theatre party TO a
number OF friends Oh New Years Eve. The party
occupied two boxes at the Amphion. where THE
Masqreraders' being played. After the play
the party adjourned Mrs Coles home. where
supper and music enjoyed. Among the guests
were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Orchard, Mr. and Mrs.
George T. Chichester DR.. and Mrs. William Hunte.
Mr. and Mrs sherman Robinson and Mr.. and Mrs.
lanes Bolton.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
.JOURNEAY AND BURNHAM.

Quoted honest business. he said, and bought the
goods IN good faith.
Justice Goettlng held the negro for the action OF
the Grand Jury and Freund In 81 900 bail for trial
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

dering spectators. Violin solos and some cho.cr
funny stories enlivened the evening. .
The following were present: John +. p,tfpst''
Homer L. Bartlett. John 4. Lott Jeremiah I.'it.
Ambrose - Tremalne John Ret H. - Dayenpor,.
Il. $. De scldng, Joel T. De S,ldins W, -, M.ns'
" o. swartzyaslder Henry w sheriff. John 's vi
rcrts James 1.cfIeris. W illiam II. Garrison X VI
Clellan Collins, Fostc- l.. Backus Richard founE'
Herman Alters John D. Prime =. " Marisn.e =.
Waldo. Christopher Prince. Gustav A Jain. Cor
nelius Morrison WepsiqT G. Eats W. w. Naugnl@m,
Hoyt william Brown. ". \. ~ Brown and Rohcrt
Len
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
MORE POINTS EY THE WAY.


Other New Years eve festivities already reported
i'm The Tribune were a. the Lincoln and Union
League clubs.
Al ladies' euchre party recently he'd AZ the
Lincoln club the FIST prize was won by MISS
Champlin Three players were tied for second
place-Mrs J. II. Mcclcment. Miss McDermoit ana
Miss SWanll
day evening 10 elect officers FOR the year. list OF
nominees has been prepared by The nominating
COMMITTEES x. &. Hopkins George l.. ROBBINS ana
George {. Shaier.
To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: Artemus ward used to tell o. a man who
was Imprisoned In a room tie ground floor, and
who after he had been there for several months,
escaped as the result OF very happy thought. IT
suddenly occurred 10 him 20 open the window
and get ou, During the last few months the
ubiquitous reporter has appeared In your columns
with Interviews attempting 10 solve the question
whether or not The Rev. Or. Bowling was 20 be-
come the successor OF the late Rev. Dr. Charles II
Hall at the Church OF the Holy Trinity In Brook
Ism. The happy thought never seems 10 have oc-
CURED to him. however. that perhaps the question
might be settled In word by communicating with
the clergyman himself.
As have Just accepted the invitation OF the
vestry to remain with them another three months
and until after Easter, and. IN the mean time. 10
conduct special I.enten services and "a the
peated appearance Of such Interviews must seri
ously hamper any effective work by directing at
tent.on from the message to the messenger. Will
you permit me 10 say once for all that there Is not
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

then along Broadway to East New-Yorx; ms ~
bring Station and Station $. In Broadway w.
ONCE. -, as.
It Is the expectation that when the postal , cs
In opera on Broadway all malls from up'v III,
In NewYork for the eastern part OF trook'yn .ssS
be brought over the wenty. thirdst ler,y i nos.
of being taken as at present. to the general ~
ONCE Tor dispatch TO the various sections o. ~ ~
city. A considerable saving IN time VIII 'nus
esfe( ted
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
>ouR 21S
BURNHAM M,
BROOKLYN.
OUR ANNUAL SALEs
cry,


the following brands which will offer at prices exception
ally low:
HURDS NOTE BOND Suede Finish in Azure
HURDS BANK NOTE BOND Crackley Finish in Azur:
HURDS EGYPTIAN LINEN, in Cream
IIURDS VELVET FINISH, in White.
HURDS PLATED FINISH, in Silver Grey.
HURDS IRISH LINEN, in IIelioope
HLRDS FIBRE, in Old Rose.
HURDS FLAX BOND, in Rose
IIURDS GLOVE FINISH in White
HJRDS FLAKE, in Cream
Tomorrow we will SELL all Sizes ngnon Billet, Octave
and Commercial at Csc. PER BOX OF QUIRES. Envelopes
to match at Sc per Package
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
Children's Stockings.

Spun and plated SILK In assorted col
ors-worih from so. T. 75"..........-..
Bows and children fast black ribbed
cotton-double knees. heels and toes
regular 25c. 10 Ssc......... .........
Cotton with silk embroidered polka dots
on fronts in assorted col1rs worth
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
WOmen's Stockings.
Mems Seeks.

English Merino-double heels and toes
worth 25c. ...........-.- ...--......-.-.
Fast Black Fleece lined 'otton-worta
%. ..-..... .-.-. '.-''- 30
Fast Black Cotton worth 2pr..........
Plain color IAslc Thread in Fast Black
worth zoe Observation-Disclosures. -. .'
Fancy Striped Lisle Thread worth soc
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

MEMS FURNISHINGS.
MEMS FLANNEL BAHAMAS in fancy
stripes. $500, $500, and $3.50 each.
NIGHT SHIRTS outing Flannel nigh:
shirts. best quality, SSc
Best quality PLAIN MUSLIN 75c and
$l.OO each.
Extra large bodies in FANCY FLANNEL
NIGHT SHIRTS, $l.25 each.
UNLAUNDERED SHIRTS, our own manu-
facture. at $780,, $l.OO, and S1.25; length
sleeves.
Others az SOC. each.
SHIRTS made TO order, III guaranteed
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
In Conjunction with Above
Equally Extraordinary Values in
Hosiery and Underwear
For Women, lien, Boys, Girls and Infants
WOmen'S r1erinO Vests.

Fleece lined Vests and Drawers-n ecru.
white and natural-sOme with satin FAC
fronts-s with satin ribbon oooA
through nccH-wOrth iOc each ........
Swiss ribbed Merno Vests and Ora wers
in white and natufal~vests high 29C
neck and long seeves-Drawers with 4 ooch
Frcnch band-worth SOC cacn.......... , ''
Swiss ribbed Merino Nest1-white only
long s.ccvcs-shapcd or straightforward ACC
sIcs in this lot-reguiar 9Oc. quality -
for Observation-Disclosures. ......-.-..... avn
Imported Mcrlno Vesis-!ull regular ! SvC
made-l,w neck worth sl.5o........... , each.
Imported Vests in high neck and ribbed NC
arms-worth 900. ..................... each
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

given at the Clubhouse al tennis court ana
Eghieenih-st.
The affair was arranged by a committee con-
ssting OF Ersklne II. Lott. Frederick \. Adams and
Charles r. FIshbeck. Vocal and Instrumental
music and dancing comprised the evenings enter
Ia nment
GAY CRESCENT SMOKER.
Me New Years smoker at the Crescent Ath-
leiic Club was doubtless OF the jollicst oc-
cas,ons of It's kind held In the city
highly entertaining show hYi been arranged
nv Heatig and Seamon theatrical agents. consist
ing OF performances by Gilmore and Leonard,
Comedians: Cora Routt. serio-comic artist Ed La
tell the black face musical comedian; the Hengiti
Sisters and Sadie Fox. dancers: Clarsse Agnew. Of
the MIX White Flag Company. walter Jones. OF
the Excelsior IT," Company, and others.
The gymnasium was crowded. although none put
members OF the club at.t1ded. $50
election OF officers January IS Besides the reg
MAR list eight governors will b. chosen-one Tor one
wear one for t,vo years and six Tor tnree years
CARLETON LOVE FEAST"
The Carleton Clubs "iove feast on New Years
eve was a noteworthy occasion in the history OF
that ambitious young organization.
A half dozen more specialists contributed tne'r
shsre 10 the enjoyment Of the evening The Com
,nIfee of ARRANGEMENTS. led by George l. StepoiiS'
had reason to feel that the EFFORTS 10 amuse were
crowned with success l., a., ua,h,sh
home on New Years eve. undsturped oy tne
presence OF unpaid dues spooxs. - -
certain Mile Electra. the seli-sLy!eo human ar
,Igh. was present to date the eyelids OF IN: Won
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
Infants Stockings.

a. length- nshmrre-somc cmbr0lIcrcL
fronts-eome plain i'm fancy color--
all imported goods worth from zoe. 4"
.s
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05
WOmen's Silk Vests.

4 lot - purc Six Vests I'm broken Sizes
"a : no quality for.........-..........
Also Broken sizas In another and better
grade ~ pure six Vests and Drawers
worth So - each -for................... }
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-01-05

\ Lot II Chlllrer's ribbed Mcrino Vests
in natural and whitc-also Pantalets
and Drawers 10 match-wortn from
coo :, g0c. each for. .-................
Broken sizes Of ChNdren's Cashmere }
Vests and pantllets IN white and nat
ural color worth si75 to 2.2j--fOr...
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1896-12-26

CONFERENCE OF ~
Date Fixed for the Annual
Gathering Of Methodists
of the District.
BISHOP ANDREWS WILL PRESIDE
Many Interesting Questions to Be
Discussed plea for Women
as Lay Delegates.
BISHOP ANDREWS WILL PRESIDE

The annual conference Of the Methodist
Episcopal churches, comprised in what is
known as THE Newark. Conference will
be held in Centenary Church, Newark,
on April Z, 1887. Bishop Andrews will
preside at the sessions.
The gathering this year will be, so
some of the brethren say, vely interest
ing, because some questions are to some
up over which there will surely be a live
" discussion. OF course the perennial
subject of women representation in the
lay delegates will be introduced, and as
usual the brethren will frown upon the
matter and dismiss it by a large vote.
we will win some day" said a very
City church, to a News" reporter, s'our
very dear friends, the ministers, will
have to admit women to the Conference.
1t amusss me to heal their views in OPP
position to US We are all right enough
when the church wants money. Oh,
YES, they ask us to get up fairs and
b~azaars, n we do so. Thousands of
dollars are furnished in this way and they
Pat us on the back and say all sorts Of
nice things, but when It comes to repre-
sentation they say. Ridiculous
that of ~lengthening he time limit in
cases where the church may desire 1t.
ms question has caused no end of dis
cussaon, and very wide are the opinions
81 tne brethren touching It. It involves
a constitutional and that of
itself is repugnant to some OF the more
conservative members.
There will be some changes in Jersey
Caty pulpifs' but these are at present a
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1896-12-26
CORPORATION NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that on the I'd day of
March, 1886, application was made to the
Board OF Street and Water Commissioners BY
Conrad Zwerneman and others for the con-
SEWER IN BROADWAY,
from Tonnele avenue TO and connecting with
the sewer in West Side avenue.
Said sewer to be built confornably to the
provisions of Chapter az OF the Laws Of 1893,
and in accordance with the established plan
of sewerage, together with all the necessary
manholes, receiving basins and appurtenances,
and to be OF suitable dimensions.
Notice is also given that on the 21st day of
December, 1896. the Commissioners of Assess
ment filed in the Office Of the Board of Street
and Water Commissioners their preliminary
map for said improvement, showing the prob
able total cost of the contemplated improve
ment and the probable amount to be assessed
on property specially benefited thereby, and
the same is now open to public inspection in
the office Of the Clerk of said Board.
And notice is also, given that the following
streets or avenues or particular sections there
OF are included in said assessment, namely
from Tonnele avenue to West Side avenue.
AVENUE.
on the west side. about 1851 feet North and
sos feet south thereof.
AM that in accordance with the provisions
January, 1897. at 2 o'clock P. M,
and the meeting room Of the Board
Of Street and Water Commissioners are
hereby fixed as the time and place when and
missioners will meet to hear parties interested
in said application, and all remonstrances
against the said proposed improvement that
may be presented in writing.
BY order Of the Board of Street and Water
GEO. T. BoUToN.
Dated Jersey City, December "a. 1886,
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1896-12-26
A SMOKERS CARELESS ACT.
Threw . Burning Match into a Pile
of Shavtngs.

u
of Shavtngs.
There were two small fires IN Hoboken
on Thursday might. A plumber, while
thawing out q frozen pipe in the cellar Of
the house at No. 2G9 Washington street.
carelessly threw a burning match, with
which he had lighted a cigar, into some
shavings. Before he knew It he was sur
rounded by flames and smoke. He ran
upstairs, crying Fire" An alarm was
sent in and Engine Company No. / re-
sponded. The firemen managed to keep
the fire confined to the cellar and it was
extinguished after a short fight with the
flames.
A defective fiue set fire to the apart
mtnts on the top floor of a tenement at
No. 602 First street. A still alarm was
sent in and the members OF No. 8 engine
put the fire out, which caused little dam
age.
There were also two small fires after
midnight last night. A defective fue
brought the engines to the tenement at
No. 26l First street at a few minutes at
ter twelve. Slight damage was done to
the woodwork.
An alarm from box No. 2s brought the
engines to the second story frame build
ing at No. 31S Monroe street, at two
O'Clock this morning. The fire started on
the first floor, but the cause is very mys-
FERROUS. The house was badly damaged
by fire and water.