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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
PROBABLE PENSION LEGISLArIO
.Pickler Bill To He Taken Up with . Few
Changes In Details.

PROBABLE PENSION LEGISLATION.
Fickler Bill To He Taken Up with . Few
Changes In Details.
WASHINGTON, April 1.-THE pension
legislation to be taken up by this congress
was the subject Of a conference by Re-
publican leaders in Speaker Reeds room.
There were present the speaker, Chair.
man Picker, Of tho committee on pen.
sions, and Representatives Dinglcy, Dial.
zell and Payne. Pickler's general pen.
sion bill reported to tho house by the COM
mittee was discussed infinitely. The bill
will be brought forward in tho house and
ample time given for debate on it within
a few days. Several changes We're sug-
gested in the details of the measure, how.
ever, and these will be submitted to the
pensions committee for approval before
the bill is taken up.
Under this bill discontinuances or re-
auctions of pensions would be unlawful
except for fraud, clerical error, mistake in
facts, or recovery from disabilities Com.
missioner Raum's interpretations of the
act Of 1890, which have been largely re-
versed by the present administration,
would be restored, and pensioners dropped
from the rolls by these reversals would be
restored on application. The securing Of
pensions would be considerably facili-
tated. One of the changes which Speaker
Reed and his colleagues desire is to drop
the section of the Picklcr bill which estab
fishes a presumption that disabilities
were not incurred through vicious habits.
Picker estimates that with the bill in
operation tho pension budget would be
increased from two to three millions q
year.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
OF THE POPULIsrs.
New York Statesman Makes Savage and
Vigorous Attack.

Vigorous Attack.
Hill arraigned the Populist senators in
scathing terms. He first described them
rs the ''tailors of Tooley street." who got
together and solemnly said, 1--WE, the peo-
pie OF England" He characterized them
as ''dcsorters" from the, old parties who
had pooled their grievances. They had
offered their votes for sale, or rather for
exchange. on tho tariff question when it
came here. They are men of no fixed
ideas, said he They are the advocates Of
disorder and scandal. The Populist party
lives on scandal. Their main purpose is
to throw mud ut the Democratic and Re-
publican parties, land the time has
come" declared HILL ''for the old parties
to make common cause against these
men," The senator caused great amuse-
ment by reading . letter he had received
from Mississippi asking him to have the
senate investigate the loss Of silver dol.
lar sent in the mail.
The writer said in the course of the let
ter: Il am in favor of you for president
in 1896" As Hill read the letter it caused
. ripple in the galleries, and the senator
added: THAT man has common sense"
The letter proceeded: "But am opposed
to the election of Grover Cleveland in
1S96." There was another ripple in the
galleries. At this point Hill exploded q
distinct sensation He said that the preva-
lence Of charges Of irregularity and wrong
was shown by the recent public allega-
tons Of Chandler that tho friends Of
Mckinley were conducting ~ DOODLE
campaign" Hill said he had nothing to
say against Mckinley. He admired him
for his courage. He says he is a candi-
date. instead Of saying he Is 'fn the hands
Of friends"
Hilrs experience was. he said, that a
man who started lin the hands Of his
friends" wound up "in the hands Of the
enemy" Il had supposed Mr.. Mckinley
was making an honorable canvasA," pro.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
Maine wont-well. Bent. for Reed

PORTLAND. Me-. April 1.-THE Repub-
lican state convention was presided over
by Hannibal +. Hamlin and when he
said Reed the delegates went wild. Then
when the resolutions came in one plank
would have adopted them, for it Endorsed
Reed for the presidency as a man who
'is opposed to the FREQ and unlimited COIN
age of silver. except by international
agreement, and until such agreement can
DO obtained believes tho present gold
standard should besmaintained He has
always been uncompromisingly for the
maintenance Of the highest national credit
in the utmost good faith toward the pub.
lie creditsor'
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
and the xixh.-Hour Day.

CLEVELAND April 1.-THE carpenters
union has received letters from fully fifty
per cent. Of the building contractors of the
city, agreeing to the eight-hour day in
case majority decides in like manner
The strike at the King AK works has
been settled by compromise and that at
the Dangler Vapor Stove company by re-
fusal Of sanction on the part Of the pol
ishers' union.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
Two Men Drowned aud . Third Hurt

PLArTsBURGH. N. T., April H.-While
n number Ct men were trying to start q
jam Of logs on the Ausable river, between
Keene village and Beedes. boat contain
ing seven OF the laborers was overturned
and Henry Poole and Edward Nichols
were drowned and Walter Huriburt was
badly injured The bodies were not re-
coverni
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
swim Finds Another Comet.

PASADENA, Cal, April l7.-Just ten
days ago Professor Swift. of the Mount
Lowe observatory. discovered an object in
the heavens which he suspected to be
new comet. On Monday night the sus-
picion was partially verified, and next
night fully %.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17

fail to cure the Irregularities. Disbursements.
and diseases that sap the vitality of women.
Ladies shrink too. from the exposure of treat
mcnt and often suffer in silence rather than
submit to it. These remedies are n solution
of the problem. Wild Olive is a local treat
ment. Myrtle Tonic. n constitutional remedy
With them ladies can positively cure them
selves at home. Price 81. each. Samples and
a booklet free.
VICTOR MEDICAL ASSOCIATION.
South Bend, Ind.
MRS. NJ. ]. SARaENT, Agent,
liz ThiYty-eeventh ST., Twelfth ave, Rock Irlsnd
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
A Lady Attorney.
Her career threatened by an
tnsfdiOns foe. How it
was vanished.

Mrs. Alice Eoor was the first lady ,tto,-
ney IN Hutchinson. All admire the energy
and cievcrncss that have given her prcrniri-
cnce. Few know how nearly her career Was
ended by troubles peculiar to her sex. which
bafficd her physicians. Here is a portion of
her statement. when I began the use of
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
Tho Local Markets.
GRAIN, FRO.

The Local Markets.
GRAIN, 1fo.
CoIn-4E.
Oats-l6c05Oc.
Hay-Timo:by, S12: upland. S90112: Wild,
e605S; slough. S7o&s; baled. esDSl3.5O; millet,
$40.
Potatoe0-23e,
HHoDUCB.
Buttef-1aif to choice. 15c; fresh cream
cry. 9Oc.
Iggs-Fresh. &c.
Chickens-7c.
Turkeys-8e.
0eeee-7c>
Oucks-6c.
Cattle-Butchen pay for corn fed steers
3kc@13Xc; COVE and heifers, 3kc93xc; calves,
3xc(AMc.
HOgs-303mc.
Sheep-3kc.
Spring lanb-Sa. 5000 head.
Coal-Soft. 10c.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
HOLMES JOINS THE CHURCH.
Father Daley Receives Him into the RO
man Catholic Communion.

man Catholic Communion.
PHILADELrHIA,A April 17.-H. H. Holmes,
condemned to be hanged May 2 for tho
murder Of Pitzel. was baptized and re-
ceived into the Roman Catholic church
yesterday. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. r. J. DALEY, pastor OF the Church
of the Annunciation,. within the four
walls OF Holmes cell. The condemned
man went through the ceremony slowly
and solemnly. and with every evidence of
sincerity.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
National Bank SuSDeutls.

WASHINGTON, April E.-Acuing Comp
troller Coffin has received n telegram
stating that the First National bank of
Bedford. Va, has suspended payment.
The bunk has capital of So. 90 and owes
to dcpositors and others about $l26, 900.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
THE TRAVELLERS GUIDE.

CHICA0O, ROCK ISLAND . PACIFIC
- RaflUay-Tiekets can be purchased or bag
gage checked at ! d r Tweutietb stree. DEPOT
or g = depot corner F;fth avenue and
ffhsy-ors etreet, Prank b. Pirmmer, Agent.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1896-04-17
Summary of Work in Congress,

WASHINGTON. April 1.-THE resolution
for an Investigation of recent bond Issues
was taken up in the senate and Hill made
n sensational and dramatic speech in op.
position, in which he referred to all the
newspapers scandals of late years con.
nected with congress, and defended the
administration. Gray spoke On the Du.
pOnt case.
Blues fight against the reappointment
of General William b. Franklin as n
member Of the board of managers of tho
National Home for Disabled Volunteers
terminated unsuccessfully in the house.
His amendment to substitute the name of
General o. o. Howard for that of General
Franklin was rcjectcd-61 to 149. The
resolution was adopted that appoints
Franklin, Steele, Beal. Fcsscndcn and
Henderson the board of soldiers home
managers. A few minor bills were passed.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
CUSTOMS INSPECTOR AT 30 SSBUR1
Attempt Will he Made to Have one
Stationed There.

Washington. April 29.-In response to a
numerously signed petition Representa-
five HYDE has been trying FOR some tlIHe
to secure the Statoning Of an Inspector
of customs at Bossburg, on the SPOKANE
e, Northern railroad, this being eonVen-
lent and natural distributing point Tor
large area of a rapidly developing mining
region along the northern boundary OF the
Colyille reservation. The petlllon winch
Mr.. HYDE has filed. and upon which he
based his request to the secretary OF the
treasury to have an inspector located al
Rossburg states that great hardship
and Injustice is now being worked on the
public by the present inspector being 10
Gated at Marcus where people coming
from Grand Forks, Boundary Falls, MID
way. Greenwood and the whole Boundary
reek region are compelled to report. III
| stead of at Bossburg, which Is thelf MAJ
! ural outlet and which they pass by ana
r1,n south along the railroad FOR III miles
! from Bossburg to Marcus IN order TO re-
! mort to the customs inspector at the latter
nlace. Furthermore, if the traveller Is
| destined for the north he is compelled 10
| return to Marcus, making ~ miles OF
| stage trip that would be entirely opVlateo
! nv the location OF an inspector at BOSS
burg 1t also imposes on south-bouno
| passengers an additional stage ride OF II
! miles. 49,
| The treasury department has taken tht
| matter under advisement ana Is maklnt
an investigation, but the officials are eX
tremely reticent to what action the!
will take in the matter
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02

LOnded With Arms and Ammini ton
for CubanS.

Havana April 29.-The Spanish gunboat
Mensagera has captured and brought into
this port the American schooner Compel
itor of Key West, loaded with arms ana
ammunition. In command of the Schoon-
er were Alfredo Laborde, DR.. Vedia Mesa
and three newspaper correspondents, VINO
are held prisoners. 1t is reported that
some tilibusterers jumped overheard ana
were drowned.
In addition to the arms and ammuni-
ton captured on board of Competitor,
there We're three boxes of proclamatlons
and other important documents. Dr. We
dia Mesa, who was made prisoner on
| board of the filibusterer, had, 1t Is sald
| once surrendered himself to the Spanish
| authorities. Should this be the case lie
| may be severely dealt with.
One OF the newspaper correspondents -
| named Hamilton. The others refused TO
| give their names.
| The local guerilla force of Palma, on the
| coast of Pinar del Rio, near Where the
4 Connection was first sighted by the gun
\ boat has captured 90 boxes of ammunition
4 which had already been nded,apparently
from the Competitor. The guerillas aise
j made prisoners two men believed TO DC
Il Americans. The 1iiibusterers VINO sue
4 ceeded in getting ashore, either by swim
ming or other means, opened fire from TIT
II sWamps on the gunboat which WAS as
"A sisting the government forces on Snore
II and the warship replied, killing three o
| the party.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
GOLD DEMOCRATS IN NEBRASKA
Administration Policy Upheld by the
Convention.

Omaha, April ga special to the BEE
from Lincoln, Neb., says:
The administration democrats held
toto convention today and elected the FOL
lowing deegates-at-large to the Chicaso
convention: Tobias Castor, w. A. faH.oh'
d ". Cook, c. G. Bryan. The resolutions
indirectly denounce the A. Z. A. ana laVof
CYeveland's version of the Monroe aoc-
trine The financial plank is, in part as
fellows: 80 b,,,ron
I'VE believe the market value OF bnllon
reonlates the value of the coin, ana no.
it, coin value. We accept the teach1iis VI
economic science that under tree colhase
49,, ebaanar money will always drive OUT
thr better money, leaving nothing but the
w ~ circulation; and that under an
nrnvarying law the adoption OF free CON, con-,
age of silver at IL to woulu eap saa 4,T
oircnlatjon all the gold and paper, redeeiii,
a,,la in gold, and leave the country Oh
s;1var basis with a poorer currency AM
much less of 1t.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
MIR. PATTIsON IS THEIR IDOL
rennsylvania Democracy Indorses
Him for President,

Allentown. Pa. April 29.-In the demo-
cratic convention today Robert Emery
Pattison was unanimously and enthusi-
ast1cally endorsed as the choice of the
democracy of Pennsylvania for the presi-'
Dental nomination at Chicago. A sound
money gold standard platform was pro-
vided for him to go before the people
upon pledges of the GA delegates chosen
today to earnestly support Mr. Pattison.
After declaring its adherence to the fun
damental principles Of democracy the
platform adds:
we are in favor of firm maintenance
OF the gold standard. While we favor the
most liberal use Of silver consistent with
the enforcement Of gold standard, we
are absolutely opposed to the free coin
age of silver and the compulsory pur-
chase of silver bullion by the govern
ment.'
Ex-Governor Robert Emory Pattison
was born in Maryland in 1850. His father
| who belonged to the Methodist ministry
removed to Philadelphia when his sor
was but years of age. He was educated
at the grammar and high schools Of thai
! city, and before reaching his majority be
came prominent in democratic politics
| Late in the los he was elected city comp
troller of Philadelphia, although that cit.
| then as now, was overwhelmingly repuD
lican. He was elected governor OF tn
state in 1882, and again in 1890. In recen
interview in Chicago he said that he wa
not an extremist on the money questlo1
but was in favor of gold silver an
paper money, as at present. Whell aShe
| if he would accept a nomination lof III
presidency Oh a free silver PLATFORM
replied that he could not say at this time
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
TRIED TO BLOW UP A SPANISH
SHIP AND SEIZE A STEAMER.
American Schooner COmpetitOr.With
Arms and Ammuni tiOn, Captur-
ed by the Spanish.

New York, April 29.-The Herald this
morning says:
The Spanish authorities, here and in
Washington, have Lately discovered 4 con-
spiracy formed by Cubans to blow up
Spanish warship and 1T the same time
intercept a peninsula mail steamer and
rob her of a large quantity of gold in
tended for the government troops on the
island. The plot included further the cap
ture Of the seaport town Of Nuvitas and
contemplated certain demonstrations
along the northern sections Of the eastern
Cuban provinces in order to precipitate
a rush of troops from the west and effect
| a weakening OF the military trocha across
| Pinar del Rio. While the disclosure OF
| the conspiracy may not discourage the
| Cuban leaders, it will require an entire
| change of tactics IN the effort TO 1fe'
| Maceo from the uncertain position he oc
| cupies in the extreme west OF CUBA, ;tn'
| in Spanish circles it is looked upon In N
| light OF a blow to the Cuban cause.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
MOVE TO COMPROMISES rIAE CASH
Calhoun Claimants and the VIII 81
Andrew Davis.

San Francisco. April 25.-Tbe Calhoun
claimants and the contestants OF the Will
Of the millionaire miner OF Montana, A.
T Davis have been asked TO compromise
and to end the litigation which has been
in progress FOR so many years. Eleanor
Calhoun. the granddaughter OF Davis ana
the Californian who has won SO many
honors Oh the London stage, has arrived
in this city. She has come to inform ner
relatives Of Tho negotiations that have
been under way in New York. Miss Cab
houn was not inclined last night to dis
cuss the will contest in detail The legal
fight has been in progress for seVerM
wears Davis it win be remembered, LETT
an estate OF over $i6,O0 600 to a Colorado
relative, ignoring his two daughters VINO
live in this state. Very little can be Sin0
as vet Miss Calhoun declared, as the
negotiations have not gone much further
| than aI offer Of compromise. I'VE have
| been asked TO settle the contest and 1t
| may be that we will see our way clear 70
accept the conditions which are Disagree
/ able" said Miss Calhoun.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
DEMOCRATIC
HOSTS
MICHIGAN


Detroit April 29-After tremendous
amount of lobbying throughout the morn
ing. the democratic state convention was
called to order at 12:45 o'clock this after
noon.
Alfred l.. Murphy of Detroit temporary
chairman said: IF politics mean SooA
government, and good government means
the faithful performance of public dutys
and the keeping of party pledges to the
people, there is no page in the open DooA
of the two administrations of Presiden&
Cleveland but proves the purity or ms poe-
| tics, the patriotism OF MS governments
| and the wisdom of his party. conservative
! in the adoption of new policies. but recog-
nized as a pillar Of strength IN the Aur
! therance Of policies once adopted, ms p!eS
| ent administration. by single act, achaeS
ed more for his country than aduluoh ~
| territory or the triumph of spartisanShsp
could bring, for in his Venezuelan messas~
he serveu notice for all time to come UPON
the nations that the supremacy OF tE.~
government upon this western hemisphere
will be maintained IN the face of power,
) pelf and the plague of war. By that sangts
, act the perpetuity OF the western rep"0"c
, is assured while time shall last.
ut is matter Of common shame, Nc
declared, ''that this state must be charSe0
$ with the crime of Linton the little. 1t wtM
f not do to quote this pill OF bigotry Nata
e the sugar OF sham patriotism IL VITA NV
a 90 to save the country from going to the
promoters of religious strife. 1t will noS
:, do to try to blind the eyes of the American
- eople by throwing the dust of hatred IA
y them But I beg to suggest that 1T Wasa
do to adopt constitutional amendments
- prohibiting under the penalty OF for1eet-
= ,re Of suffrage, membership in any serres'
cath bound political body. In the mainte-
n nance of religious liberty and the com
plete separation Of church and state sne
democratic party has ever stood ana shat
ut stand"
TO Committees were then appointed an@ sh'
It. convention adjourned until 230 p. IN.
nd Sound money had won complete VIC
n tory when the Michigan democratic san"
sa convention adjourned tonight. on IN
no questions which were most closely coa
at tested. This victory was accomplished o.
nd the narrow margin OF SIS out Of a total
some 500 votes.
nj In the election Of delegates TO the na
ar tional convention the sound money sne
me captured the First, Fourth Seventh
ye Eighth Ninth, Eleventh and Twelfth "is
on trcts and one delegate in the Secom'
ia The silver men carried the Third. FHtl
;sh Sixth and Tenth and one i'll the Second
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
WARNING FACTIONS ~
Republican convention
Is mt q: Standstil

p,oo,ix Ariz., April 29.-Warrlng iae7
F1o1 ,ln.la held the territorial republican
tons an nt at a standstill all day, the
ecn astian being the organization and the
question: ~ 60 contesting delegates from
adllalssion a,oir counties of the territory
the n, tn, evenng. in order to avoid bolt, ~
lhis e.a.z TO- admit all the contestants
was ,rna them but half vote; the convey
l on then organized with ia menpers 70,
night ru session is being held wl[n ' WHAT is
silt. and will continue ,oi in IN onnositior
ki'omn McKinley wing, has control.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
ton VII 70 De presented to the convar-
r"m wnen the candidates have all In hean

platform ?. to be presented - ~
nominated: nave all been
Inc republicans of Illinois ,
are ~ nna nnelr demand for honest money We
are opposed and ever have been to any e wa
! c,rr scneme that will give to this country
h. currency in any way deprecated or de.
n uenm or IN any respect inferior to the
go vney oi the most advanced and intelN-
n s.sa 80 na s, OF the earth. We favor the
o USE u SILVER as currency, but to the extent
uniy anu under such restrictions that par
ny with gold can be maintained"
A FREE FIGHT.
AL the republican meeting of delegates
81 the Twenty-second congressional dis.
aiics BUCK Mccarthy of the Chicago stock
yar ,, became involved in a quarrel with
!" lillian Webb of the district central com
mlttee about seats in the convention
ouck pulled slingshot and attempted to
strike ms opponent. A free fight ensued
i'epGty Sheriff Morris Harris tried to use
MS revolver. but was prevented. Scarcel,
any one came out without battered head
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02

Democratic Convention in Favor OF
That Principle.

Jackson Miss, April 29.-In the demo-
cratic convention the platform committee
submitted resolutions as the platform OK
the party favoring free coinage OF silver
and instructing delegates to the national
democratic convention to vote for no man
for president or vice president who is not
fully and uneGuivocally in favor Of shat
principle.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
,ont for Mckinley.

Montpelier, Vt, April 2s;nIh e re nrder to-
S dtafe rne adopted nc fsa prof.
tel ton and reciprocity and ihoo'se
, ,ev FOR for the presidency.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
An iowa Pioaeer Dead,

Council Bluffs, Iowa, April N.-J. L.
Stewart, an Iowa pioneer, is dead. He
was one OF the wealthiest men in the
state. He was engaged in freightiHS
across the plains before the opening of tie
Union Pacific railway. He was for years
a representative of the American Fur
Company in this section.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02

Has Resigned Premier of the
Dominion Of Canada.

Ottowa, Ont, April 27.-Sir Mackenzie
Powell left the privy council department.
for Rideau hall this afternoon to tender
his resignation as premier Lord Ater.
deem will send for Sir Charles Upper to
form a new cabinet.
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
LITTLE RUCTION IN "|"''
D.,erates Forced Theif WY
hee INTO "A Convention.

Atlanta Ca April 2 9.t P [;cHsts q forced e
delegates with uhp shouts of triumph into t sae
r Its way state convention af There ony
lowe ,ad nv a squad of policemen
The silver blade. (Rathdrum, Idaho) 1895-1903, 1896-05-02
Victims of II Cloudburst

Delaware, Ohio, April 29.-Will1am Scar
borough, Joseph HeidelDrancn' MRS; LII
c;nda Williamson and Charles Cranberry
were killed by cloudburst at Waldo last
night.