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Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14

Pensacola, Fla, May ll.-Four men
are dead, two are dying and one is
severely wounded as the result of
tragedies In the western section of
Florida. Three of the victims were
killed in a duel about a woman,
another was stabbed 10 the heart By a
boy whose father had been attacked
and the two who are dying were flogged
and shot by regulators.
The duel over the woman was fought
in Calhoun county near Blountstown.
Thomas House and Henry Smith had
been rivals for the favors OF Mrs. John
son, young widow. Several weeks
ago the men fought and Smith was
badly beaten. Smith vowed to get even
and Friday he went to Mrs. Johnson's
homo, accompanied by his brother
Thomas and friend, George Harri-
son. The three men found House and
the widow together. House was or
dered to leave. Ho rose as il to go, but
quickly drew two pistols and opened
fire. The Smiths aud Harrison were
not slow in getting out their guns.
Then fearful battle followed in the
little room. House shot fast and
straight and in few moments the
Smith brothers were dead. House fired
his last cartridge at Harrison, the bull
let breaking his arm. Then House
drew knife and tried to close with
his foe, but his foot clipped in the
blood and before he could recover Har-
rison shot him dead. There was a
price on Houses head, he having pre-
viously killed two men, one in South
Florida and one in Alabama.
The second tragedy occurred in
Madison county Friday night. A band
of White Gaps took Harry Wilson in
the woods and bound him to tree
Wilson was then shot and his body left
bound to the tree. The victim was
found Saturday morning still alive but
mortally wounded. After leaving him
the White Caps went to the home OF
Lucy Murray, took her 16.years- old son
to the woods and tlogged him until his
skin was literally cut into strips
The last of this bloody series occurred
at Greenwood, in jackson county.
Thomas James made a brutal assault
on Samuel Winn, an aged man. Winn
was knocked down and James was pre-
pairing to shoot him, but before James
could pull the trigger he was stabbed
to the heart by Frank VIM, the 1G-
years. old son of the old man.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
nedncsa I,a,ss to wnshinr,nn.

tian Endeayor wiI boId Iitty THAR snp,al Unr,a
meeting in Washington, d. g.. July
7th to 18th. For this occasion tho b.
& o. Railroad Go. will sell tickets,
from all points on its lines, east OF the
Ohio river to Washington, at ono single
fare for the round trip, July 9th to
Sth, inclusive; valid to return passage
until July 10th, inclusive, with the
privilege Of an additional extension
until July 3lst by depositing tickets
with joint agent at Washington.
Tickets will also be on sale at stations
of all connecting lines Delegates
should not lose sight of the fact that
all b. & o. trains run via Washington.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
a rnaeEpr ar TEEN rox.
Horrible Double Crino Crime Committed
at Nav LnrsnH.

Ht New Jersey.
Trenton, N. j., May 9.-Annie
Anderson, aged "a years, was shot
this morning by an unknown man,
who Immediately sfterward shot him.
self Both died in less than half an hour.
The shooting occurred in the dining
room OF q. |. Baumgartner, promi-
nent merchant Of this city, in whose
family the girl was employed as a
domestic. Tho man entered the resi-
dence through the alley. At the time
the girl was in the dining room, read
ing an unsigned love letter, The letter
was dated M. 1l9 Mercer street, East
Orange, N. j. In the letter the writer
spoke about having foot injured. An
examination Of the feet of the MUIR
derer showed that he was not the
writer OF the letter. The man grappled
with the girl aud got his arm around
her shoulder, shooting her in the back
OF the head. He then placed the re-.
volver behind his left ear and fired,
the ball lodging in his brain. At the
time Of the shooting Mrs Baumgnrtner
was in another part of the house and
was attracted by the shooting. When
she reached the dining room she found
the girl and the murderer lying side,
by-side.
The girl recently came to this city
from Freehold, N. j., where she is
supposed TO have an admirer, as she
frequently received letters from there
There was nothing on the man by
which he could be identified. He had
s4. l3 in his pockets and wore an Odd
Fellows badge.
THE MURDERER IDENTIFIED.
The man who shot and killed Annie
Anderson and then committed suicide
has been identified as Joseph Graham,
late Of Freehold, N. j. He had recently
been working at his trade as a car
penter in this city. Graham called on
the girl last night and was there again
this morning. He left the house, but
returned soon after seeing letter
carrier deliver letter. 1t is supposed
that he was jealous Of the East Orange
admirer.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14

The pain that sometimes strikes 4
man at the most inopportune moment
is due to Indigestion, 1t NAV come in
tho midst Of a dinner and make the
feast mockery. 1t is a reminder that
he may not eat what he chooses. por
when he chooses. IIo is slave TO fhc
weakness Of his stomach. A man 5
health and STRENGTH depend upon wbat
he gets out of his fond This deponds
on his digestion. Remove the ohstruc.
tion by taking DR. Iierce's Pleasant
Pellets They are a nostiye cure far
consultation aud its attendant il;s
headaches, sour stomach, Hauleuao.
dizziness, biliousness and "heart.
burn. " Tho Pellets" ara yery gcntic
in their action, They simply assist
nature. They give no yioIent wrench
to the system, They cause no min.
nor gripping, i'H''''
Send q one.rent stamps to cover cost
OF mailing only and receive freo n
copy OF DR.. Pierce's Medical Advisor
Address, Worlds Dispensary NIedieal
Association, Badslo, u. Y.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
DenIh Of Philip Gnrrett.

Philip Garrett died at Houkessin on
Sunday morning, aged 50 years. lie
was born in Darby in 1914 and learned
the trade of machinist in Philadelphia.
lie came to Wilmington in lsj4 and
went into partnership with william
Ferris. They were in tho plumbing
business ut No. 50l Market street. Mr..
Garrett retired from active business in
1884 and won't to 1.-Two with his son.
Samuel Garrett, at Hockessin. Ic
was member OF the Society OF
Friends. In politics he was a Whig
and afterwards Republican. lie
leaves two children, Mark L.. Of this
city and Samuel of lIockessin. Philip
Garrett, who is reading law in this
city, 10 a grandson of the deceased.
The funeral took place yesterday after
noon.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
probably rataIIy Injured.

Charles Il. Clairborne, residing about
two and three-q quarter miles from Aber.
deen, Md, was severely, il not seriously,
injured Sunday ny being kicked by a
colt. The animal would probably have
stamped Clairborne to death had ii not
been for tho prompt assistance ren.
dered by bystander, who used whip
with good effect. Claiborne was
picked up and conveyed to the house,
and on Monday was taken to Phila-
delphia to the Homeopathic Hospital.
lie has two ribs broken on the right
side Of the body and 1t is also thought
he has been injured internally. Mrs.
Mary Claiborne, his mother, and
several others accompanied him to the
hospital.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Cmllnn Day.

On the afternoon and evening Of
Wednesday, May Goth, an interesting
series Of entertainments, exercises,
&C., including supper, to be followed
in tho evening by music and dancing
will be held at Shellpot Park, under
tho auspices of the Woman's Cuban
Aid Society of this city. Early in the
afternoon there will be a brief address
by Gen. Quesada, and the time from
then until supper will be filled up with
various sports, including base. ball,
wrestling matchea, foot races, shuttle
board, merry go-rnund. An AMPLE sup
ply Of refreshments will DO on hand,
and good time generally, to be known
Us Cuban Day." is expected. All the
Grand Army posts, and militia com
panies are expected to be present in a
body. The public generally is invited
and everybody will be admitted free.
The money which will be raised from
the sale Of refreshments, Sc, will be
applied to the purchase Of medicines
and general hospital supplies for the
sick and wounded Cuban soldiers
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Two Marrow Escape. of chi,dron.

While stealing a ride on a Front
street car Saturday John Kane, a
youngster, jumped Off to escape tho
conductor and was struck by the wheels
OF a wagon which knocked him in
front OF the car. The motorman stopped
the car in time to prevent injury to the
child. Another lad son Of Samuel
Price, living on Front street near
French, ran in front Of car On Satur-
day night, got bewidered and stopped
on tho track. The motorman checked
the car before 1t was toe late.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Achnrnh olsar Of nsht.

st. Paul's NJ. f. Church liouidated
its indebtedness of $1,000, which had
been expended ON recent improvements
in 81 minutes, the necessary money
bcing subscribed by members of the
congregation in that short space OF
time. 1t was at the morning service.
The announcement was made by Pastor
Murray that there was an indebtedness.
and after few explanatory remarks by
Samuel II. Baynard, the money was
contributed in shares of So. ..=..
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Reduced Rates to washington n. c.

Tho 10Th international convention of
the Young Peoples Society Of Chris
tiau Endeavor will be held ut Washing
ton, D. g.. July Tth to 18th. 1896, and
Railroad Co. will sell, from July 9th
10 Sth inclusive, excursion tickets to
Washington and return ut a single faro
for the round trip. These tickets will
be good for return passage until July
18th inclusive, but ii deposited with
the agent at Washington prior TO 6 p.
M. July lith, viii be extended TO July
3lst inclusive. Full information in re-
gard to rates and time Of trains can be
obtained upon application to ticket
agents.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
ohicken rhIerss a, Nemnnrt.

Midnight marauders visited the
chicken coop of John Il. Austin at
Newport at an early hour Saturday
morning, . ana an enO wngn "h;oy they ieft took
su haru 'noi wea Iisrovered III COW at obont no sosl ~
O'Clock, and at o'clock everything
about the place was in good shape.
The intruders made no noise, and moth
ing was known of their visit until after
they had gone. The authorities were
notified, but as yet the thieves have
not been apprehended.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Brother- ood ol 81. Andrew.

The Philadelphia Local Council Of
the brotherhood ef ST. Andrew, of the
diocese Of Pennsylvania, Central Penn
sylyania, New Jersey and Delaware,
will hold a regular meeting in Grace
Church, Mount Airy on Monday oven,
ing, May 18th. Charlns NJ. Curtis,
president of the Wilmington Local 40.
somhly, will he one of the sreaknrs on
THE Relation Of the brotherhood TO
Diocesan Missions. y Tho venerable
Archaeacon Brady will also speak on
that subject
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
narnum & Itnllr,,s clrcns.

1t is estimated that fully 10 600
people saw the two performances Of
Barnum ~ Bailey's circus Saturday af.
ternoon and evening, and everybody
appeared to DO pleased. Tho exhibition
was a good one, this only objection
being that there was TOO much going
on at one time, Tho display of will
and educated animals was creditable
and excited favorable comment all
around. jeff Calan a son. in law of
Turnkey llammerer, did excellent ser.
vice at the ticket wagon.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Great run on woll-known Instltutlon

The famous Patent Medicine Warehouse
of Charles n. Crittenton, New York, has
recently been subjected to an extraordinary
pressure--the pressure of crowds of sufferers
from Coughs and Colds in search Of "IIale's
Honey Of Horehound and Tar" Of which
larity of the article is boundless and will
last, for it is built on the solid foundation Of
innumerable cuies Critteutons establish
ment might properly he called a Saving
Bank, from the number II has been instru-
mental IN saving from Consumption
under its halmy and. balsamic influence
with astonishing rapidity. Sold by all
druggists. Ask for large size price ST. they
are much the cheapest.
Pixies Toothache Drops cure in one
minute.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Anllltn nrsur a Irnst.

Peter l.. Cooper, Jr., filed in the
Office OF court Of chancery Saturday a
bill in equity to break trust. In
1891 Sarah Josephine Orumish ma le a
declaration Of trust to the Security
Trust and Safe Deposit Co., of all her
property for her life time. She now
alleges that her relatives induced her
by nisstalement and misrepresentation
to mako the trust and she asks the
Chancellor, on that ground, TO declare
it void. She makes no allegation Of
bad faith upon the part of tho trust
cOmnany.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Acoldent tn a royal Islue Train.

just after tho Royal Blue express
train over the b. e. o. railroad, which
left here at b,32 o'clock p m. Sunday
was passing Darby the journal of one
of the cars broke and let the truck
down upon the track, The train was
going at a high rate Of speed at tho
time, and those aboard considered it
quito wonderful that there waa not a
bad wreck with loss Of life. After the
accident the car could not be moved and
was left behind. No ono was injured
in the least
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Redncnn Rntns tn 81 Innis.

The Republican National Convention
will meet in st. Louis June 10th. For
this occasion tho b. & O Railroad Co.
will sell excursion tickets from all sta =
tions on its line east of the Ohio river
for all trains june 18th to 18th, inclu-
siye, valid for return passage until
June 2lst, one fare for the round trip.
Tho Baltimore & Ohio is a direct line
to st. Louis, running two solid yesti
buled fast express trains with through
Pullman sleeping cars attached every
day in the year. For rates and Other
information apply to nearest i. &, o.
ticket agent.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
A.sIgnees saIr nr rrnnrr1r.

liowel =, England, assignee Of
Elijah Green, on Friday soll the
house, No. 3ol Rodney street 10 Chris
topher \. Ward, attorney, for about
-, 800, which included claims of
y, -, Is, Tho two other houses OF
Mr. Green's Nos. 800 and 301 Eodney
street, were Withdrawn, after bong
bld at S.. no.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Gordon neIghL. Amn.emenl.,

The season at the Wonderland Musee
%lll close On Saturday night, ana on
June 18th Manager Dorkstader will
take charge of the amusementa ut
Gordon Heights, but before that time
material alterations will he made 10 tie
amusement hall. Tho Alusee VIII be
altered and u balcony added during
the summer.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
A Nav Celebration.

The children Of ST. Joseph's School
on the Brandywine held May cele-
bration on SUNDAY and crowned the
Blessed Virgin. Miss May Horty per-
formed the act OF coronation. Father
Birmingham preached on "Lourdes
and Little Bornardette, as Sunday
was tho fourth ami, ersary of his cele-
bration Of mass in Lourdes. The
church was crowded.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Yawl RoatCnttnr.o.

A lone sailor in yawl boat ON Satur
day night attempted 10 connect with a
schooner that was ID tow near the
mouth OF the Christiana. His own
boat, however, was struck and cut in
two, and he, with great presence of
mind, pulled himself upon tho bow of
the schooner by means Of its chain
etaye. He was then carried out 70 bie
destination, which was a vessel lying
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
A supposed murderer oaptured,

James Nolan of Philadelphia, who
is supposed to have caused the death
Of Salvador Puifo, In fight at Camac
street and Columbia avenue, Phila-
delphia, on Thursday, was arrested in
this city Friday by Officer Donahoe.
Sergeant Welsh and Officer Yeager OF
Philadelphia came to Wilmington last
Friday to assist in capturing the
man, but Officer Donahoe ran him
down without their aid. Nolan ac.
companied the Philadelphia officers Ia
that city, he having expressed a perfect
willingness to go without requisition
papers, He formerly lived in this city,
but at the time of the street car strike
in Philadelphia went to that city and
obtained employment as a motorman
on the cars.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Delaware College Press association.

optcIAINOtFesUOnueNteO OF UhZbtio hnd JoufnaI
Newark. May ii The Press Asso.
citation Of Delaware College has elected
the following officers: Editorial Board,
Sipple, 81, editor in chief; Chipman,
'9s, and Foulk, '9s, associates; Con.
stable, '9s, literary; Mullins, 9s. ath
letic; Krause, '9S, Local; Morris, '9S,
exchange Burnite, '97, intercollegiate
Springer, %, de alumnis; Coocn, 97,
verse; Foulk, '9S, business manager
Green, 80, and Reed, 90, associates
Peirce, "a, president; Willis, Y, vice.
president; johnson, '99, secretary
Brown, 100, treasurer.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
A serious Accident Averted.

A carriage containing four persons
broke down at Twenty eighth and Mar
ket streets Sunday night, and as the
horse was about TO run away it was
caught by eX.Coroner Nivin Gamble,
who held 1t by the head until the occu.
pants OF the partially wrecked vehicle
could disembark. Fortunately nobody
Was hurt.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Levy courtmen Inspect a Road.

The members Of the Levy Court met
at Augustine Pier last Friday and In.
apected the new road in course OF con-
struction across st. Augustine marsh
by Patrick Neary. About onc-half of
the proposed road is completed and the
work is being done satisfactorily. The
road will be about one mile long.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
mnNIclpAL nnnRr.
Cases Tried Beforo tho City Tribunal
One Case BcId for tho Upper Court.

One Case Held for tho Upper Court.
In the municipal court on Sunday
morning Belle Wynne was fired IS for
drunkenness, and James Gum, who
was drunk and disorderly, was re.
9uired to pay fine of 81. William
Powell, alias "Reddy," was arraigned
on the charge Of carrying concealed a
deadly weapon, and was held In 500
bail for the upper court. 1t Is alleged
that William had razor in his pos.
session. Richard Tierney, who was
charged with assault and battery, was
dismissed on payment of costs.
AT Monday mornings session Walter
Crump, colorod, was fined S2 for dis
orderly conduct, and for the same
offence, but OF moro aggravated
nature, Emory Dennis, colored, was
mucted in tho sum OF sl0. John
Dennis, also colored, was accused OF
interfering with an officer. but was dis.
charged on paving the costs. Joseph
StOkeley and G. ii. Williams, both color
cd, also arraigned on the charge Of inter-
fering with an officer, were each fined $40
Oscar Jansen, charged with vagrancy,
was dismissed. Albert Trusty. colored,
assaulted m old colored man with a
pick handle, and was required to pay q
fine OF $50, which he did not relish u
great deal.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Two snIes nr thn slcrlr.

The property Of william II. Quinn
ana his wife on Market street below
Second, was sold by the sheriff FRI
day afternoon to George 4. Brown,
attorney. for 81. zoo. Tho property Of
John NJ. Hurk Of New Castle was sold
$500.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
"1he KID" on the Warpat,,.

Tombstone, Ariz., May "a report
from the vicinity of Wilcox indicates
that "The Kid" is again on the war
path. Three men are said to have been
killed on tho Mexican line ,esterday
afternoon. They are S. p. Reid, a
prominent cattle raiser, Gus, Wisner,
his foreman, and young man named
Hand.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
liar Examination.

Edward Glenn Cook, who had regis
tered under Chief Justice Lore, and ID.
}. Reinhardt, who had registered under
Col. benjamin Nields, successfully
passed the final examination on Satur.
day afternoon for admission to the bar.
Edward 4. Price took the preliminary
examination and will register as a law
student under j. Ernest Smith.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
pirennIlyin,..

j. W. Cook, agent Of tho Adams Fy-
press Co., on Sunday liberated 500
pigeons for parties in New York.
Brooklyn, Jersey City and Newark.
Tho birds were let ~ in South vii.
minrton, and It did not take them long
TO strike II line fer their lofts about
100 miles to the northeast.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Tor seasicknesa
Use Horsrord,s Acid Phospha,..

pr J. fourness-Iiricc of $. S. Tcutonic.
saws ~ have prescribed it in my practice
among the passengers travelling TO and from
Europe. in this steamer. and the result has
satisfied me that il taken in time. it will in
great many cases, prevent seasickness."
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Cricket Game ON.

Tho Central High School cricket
eleven did not appear at Elsmere on
Saturday afternoon and the proposed
game with Delaware Field Club did not
take place.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Morinrity and Ifrayne.

sFAt the Bijou Theatre this evening
G. j. Moriarity will meet Jim Frayne
Of Buffalo in l0-round contest for
decision. Should Moriarity win this
contest hn will TO backed to meet
Charlie McKeeyer Of Philadelphia for
$1,000 side. There will be several
interesting preliminary.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
MIirn Nntnre

Needs assistance il may be best to render il
PROMPTLY, but one should remember to use
even the most perfect remedies only when
needed he best and most simple and
gentle remedy is the syrup of Figs, manu-.
fac'tred BY the California Zig syrup Com
Dauy.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
rlvn Per.nnr KIllnd ana MANY Ininred.

Algiers, May II, a train Ionded
with troops destined for the Island Of
Madagascar collidnd yesterday between
Adelia and VesouHe- Imam with another
three officers 80 soldiers and the train
men were injured.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
PrepnIIn. lnr M I,nrc..

j. Lee IIanay Who recently entered
the professional ranifs has provided
himself With =. pew Hunter wheel and
IS training for tho larce during the
summer He has Eopcs OF winning
many laurels
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
nntectire Innes, Prizn.

Daniel. Baker has presented to Detec-
two William Il. Jones stock dye and
tap which were used at one time in
George Wsshington's blacksmith shop
at Mount Vernon.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Recrutton 10 Grand chic,

St Georges Castle, X G. E. gave a
reception in the Crosby & Hill Build
ing Friday evening in honor of Grand
Chief o. Howard McA lister.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Inproyemonts a Assateague tight mousse.

Several improvements will soon be
made at Assateague light house. Bids
for building now boat house and wharf
will be opened at the Office of Mai. w,
II. Bixby in Philadelphia, at noon on
Monday, May 18th.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Arln nrnIlnn by 4 Fnll,

Walter Elliott, 7-years-old lad, liv-
ing at Newport, fell from a tree Sun
day and broke his wrist. DR.. Springer
reduced the fracture.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
NutI;ol,rt uuI,i,

Robert Mullin stated TO reporter of
The Gazette Monday morning that'he
was not implicated III the trouble at
a. ii. Sinsgows restaurant on satur
day night lie caims that Frank
MuIlin Was the naftv rnferrnd 10.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
sixteen nn,Idinrs nurneh.

Owensborc, Ky, May 0-Thirteen
business houses and three dwellings
were burned at Sebree. Nona were
insured.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
NOLAN HELD.

Philadelphia, May 9.-James Nolan,
who was arrested yesterday in viii
mington, charged with the death Of
Salvador Puffo, was given hearing
to-day by Magistrate O'Brien and held
to await the coruners verdict.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
Dcath OF a Ceniennariau.

London, May ll.--Dr Salmon, the
oldest Free Mason in the world, is
dead. lie was LOG years old.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14

70 the Sailor yaaH Is superb, but how
much more lovely uthc laudsman are the
rosy cheeks OF young .adies who use Glenn )
Sulphur soap.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1896-05-14
I,eath ~ E,chnrd A. s,orr,

New York, May ll.-Richsrd A.
Storrs, deputy comptroller of New
York City, died to-day.