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Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
GOWDY BACKS DOWN.

Indianapolis Oct. 30.-Chairman Gowdy of the republican state central committee yesterday withdrew his instructions to republican election boards to refuse to credit the Bryan electors with the aggre- gate vote cast for them under the em- blem of the blow and the emblem of the rooster. The chairman says he is con- strained to rescind his instructions be- cause the attorney-general of the state declares that the law does not sustain him in the construction he placed upon II. The county charmen are asked to call the election inspectors and judges togeth- CT and formally withdraw the instruc- tiOns.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
MIR. BRYAN DENIES
That He Is an A. P. A. or a Junior Me-
 chanic.

That He Is an A. F. A. or a Junior Me-
 chanic.
 Madison, Wis, Oct. 30-Mr. Bryan to- night made the following statement to a reporter of the Southern Associated Press accompanying him:
 T have not attempted to answer the misrepresentations which have been cir culated in this campaign, but in these closing days feel that it is necessary to call your attention to an attack which has been recently made by the enemy. find the republicans are circulating among Catholic citizens the charge that l am or have been member of the American Protective association. l have also learned that have been accused of being member of society which I think is known as the Junior Order of American Mechanics. At the same time I have been accused in other quarters of being opposed to the public school sys- tenn and of having voted against the teaching of the English language in the public schools of New Mexico. While I have attempted to confine my discussion of public issues to the question raised by my platform and have considered the money question as paramount to all oth- CTS, I take this opportunity to explain my position upon the religious contro- versy which has been raised, and ask the Southern Associated Press to give the matter publicity.
 ''l am not and never have been mem- Der of the American Protective assoca- ton or of the Junior Order of American Mechanics, or of any other society hostile to any church, religion or race, nor have I ever applied for membership in any such organization. While am member of the Presbyterian church, I have al- ways believed that there should be no religious test applied in the holding of public office, and have not allowed re- ligious differences to affect my conduct in the discharge of the duties of public office. am a believer in the public school system ! attended public schools my self. and my children are now attending public school
 While recognize the right of parents to send their children to private schools and colleges if they so desire, I believe that the free public school must remain part of our system of government in within tine reach of every child in the land. The democra tic members of con- gress voted against the proposed amend ment to the constitution of New Mexico which compelled the teaching of the Eng fish language in the public schools. not because the democrats were opposed 10 public schools, or to the teaching of the English language in such schools but be- cause they did not deem 1t necessary to require pledge from the people of New Mexico which had not been required of the people of the other territories seek ing admission.
 q trust that what now say may reach ell of the voters, because it is the only opportunity shall have of meeting these
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
MET DEATH GAMELY.
Julius Mannow Hanged at Chicago.
 Story of the Crime.


 Story of the Crime.
 Chicago, H., Oct 30.-Julius Mannow was hanged a noon today for the murder of Carey B. Birch. The condemned man showed great nervousness during the night, but walked to the gallows and met death gamely. From the scaffold he de- clared that his statement made yester- day, in which he said that Windrath was innocent was true. Mannow was pro- nounced dead fifteen minutes after the drop fell.
 On the night of June 25, 1895, Mannow and Joseph Windrath both wearing masks, entered the West Chicago street railway barns and demanded of the cash fer, Carey B. Birch, the money in his charge Birch reached for a revolver, when Windrath fired four shots and Man. now one, with fatal effect. Seizing @ bundle of currency containing $780, the murderers escaped, but were later ar- rested on information given by a woman who lived in the same house with them and had overheard the men plotting. The trial of Windrath and Mannow was most exciting, several plots for their hbera ton being revealed and extraordinary precau- tions being taken to prevent the success of the schemes. Mannow al length plead ed guilty and made full confession, and on his evidence both men were convicted. Windrath was hanged last June but sen- tence on Mannow was deferred. When later he was sentenced he feigned insani- ty and secured a reprieve, but his sanity being determined he was finally doomed to die today.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
CUBANs DEPORTED.

Havana, Oct 30.--One hundred and eighty men, including Senor Escobar, edi- tor of the suspended newspaper La Dis cusion; pr. Montalve and Juan Onagten, a well known planter. were today de- ported to the island of Fernadope. off the west coast of Africa, where Spain main tains a penal colony. Most of the de- ported men are negroes who belonged to a secret society of rowdies known as Nan igoa. This society had been In existence for a number of years and its objects ap- pear to be robbery and blackmail
 Senores Escobar, Montalve and Onagh- ten were deported because of political of fences.
 Estabn Cespedes, naturalized Ameri- can, was among the passengers who were to. be deported. but owing to the inter vention of the American consul general the authorities decided, instead of send ing him to penal servitude to iexpei him from the island on the first steamer leav- ing Havana for the United States.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
LUM WARREN LAID OUT.
THE RAPIST WAS SETTLED BY A
 VOLLEY.
Tried to Shoot Down Dr. Coston, Who Recognized and Detained Him-Six
 Hundred Dollars Reward for Him.

Luverne, Oct 0.-(Special) )-Lum War ren, the Randolph county rapist. is re- ported killed one mile from Brantley. The story is told by drummer named Vaughan, just from the scene.
 As Dr. w. H. Coston was on his way to make a call he met the negro in the road. He recognized the negro from the description and engaged him in conversa- ton until a man with the doctor re- turned to Brantley for a posse.
 A posse consisting of William Smith, Bob Tisdale, John Horn and General Bryant responded. When the negro saw them he turned on Dr. Coston and shot at him twice, without effect The posse replied with volley. The negro is dead. There was a reward of $500 for his cap- f11re
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
THE CYCLONE.
Terrible Destruction of Life and Property
 in Indian Territory.


 Guthrie, Oct. 90.-The dead so far as their names are known are: John Me- Laughlin, his wife, M. T. Mullin, Mrs. M. T. Mullin, Henry Trotter, R. s. Towers, John Seabright Those known to be fa- tally injured are: Harrison Jones, Will liam Toby.
 The first house struck was that of Will liam Toby. The building was complete ly destroyed and Toby fatally injured, the rest of the family escaping. A quarter of a mile further north Mitchell postofiice and the store in which it was kept was lifted bodily in the air, carried 100 yards and dropped with terrific crash, smash ing the building into a mass of splinters Postmaster M. T. Mullin and his wife were found dead yesterday morning clasped in each others arms. Their daughter escaped.
 cial traveller; R. s. Towers and John Seabright were killed at the same time. The list of injured is growing.
 The residence of Abner Jones was also wrecked and many smaller buildings de- stroyed.
 The storm came at o'clock from the southwest and passed to the northeast, lasting only a few moments. It is ru- mored that the storm did great amount of damage and killed number of people farther northeast in Payne county, but particulars are not yet obtainable.
 In Lincoln county MT. and Mrs. John Mclaughlin were found dead in the ruins of their home and Harrison Jones will die of his injuries.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
IN SUMTER COUNTY

A Sunday School Association Was Sue
 cessfully Organized Yesterday.
 York, Oct. 30.-(Special)-Th Sumter county Sunday school convention organ ized here today. A large crowd was pres ent, and everyone enjoyed the day splen- didly. Rev. MT. Mclean of Livingston was elected president.
 Miss Minhinnette of Tuskaloosa was present, and took an active and important part in the meeting. Rev. MT. Mclean of Livingston, w. T. Atkins of Selma, Cap tain Cole of Eutaw and other prominent workers in the cause were present.
 The new work in this county bids fair to be a success,
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
cARILsLE's CAMPAIGN CLOSED.

Lexington, Ky, Oct. 30-Mr. Carlisle closed his Kentucky campaign with speech in the Lexington opera house this evening to 5000 people. These were all that could get in. Excursion trains were run from all points in the Blue Grass re- g,on, and the town was also full of silver men, who came to hear Senator Black burn answer Carlisle's speech tonight.
 Mr. Carlisle was introduced by Colonel Breckinridge. He spoke for one hour and twenty minutes, and was given a respect full hearing.
 MT. Carlisle and wife left for Washing ton tonight.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
SETTLED AT LAST.
The Vexed Manitoba School Question Has
 Been Compromised.

Montreal Oct. 30.-L Union des Cam tons de LES the French paper published at Charlottesville, where Premier Lau- rier resides, announces that the vexatious Manitoba school question has been set tied at last after a great deal of negotia- ton between the two governments. The understanding arrived at, the paper says. is that the present system of national schools will continue to exist, but that re- ligious instruction is secured for Catho- lies as well as for the French in districts where a majority is French, and Catholic teachers are to be employed in districts where the majority is Catholic. There will be no need now the paper adds, of any federal remedial legislation. The full terms of the settlement will be made pub lie as soon as 1t is formally ratified by the Manitoba cabinet.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
BIGGEST BET YET.
Millionaire Stratton Offers $100,00O to
 $300,000 on Bryan-Will Be Covered.

*"VVtVVV clr '11 J UT " TIT I1V CUFC ttf.
 Colorado Springs, Colo, Oct. 30.--The biggesi. bona fide election bet of the pres ent campaign is about to be concluded here. W. s. Stratton, the millionaire mine owner of Cripple Creek, few days ago offered to take a bet of $100,000 on Bryan against $300,000 on Mckinley.
 Telegrams were received here today that the bet had been taken and the money is in the Chemical National bank of New York. placed there by well-known noneytd men of that city On the advice of his attorneys MT. Stratton declined 10 send his money to New York and take the chances under the New York laws His money was placed in the First Na- tional bank of this city today, and the New York money Is expected tomorrow. Stratton has agreed if he wins the wa ger, he will place the winnings to the credit of the Colorado Springs free read ing library, a very small institution.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
WISE WAS DIsGUsTED.

Bad Boys Asked Him "Who Hung John
 Brown?"
 Montgomery, Oct. 30.-(Special )-John s. Wise, the republican, son of Governor Wise of Virginia, the man who hanged John Brown, spoke here near the Moses building to crowd of some 300 negroes tonight, and it proved a political picnic.
 Some enthusiastic democratic boys taunted the speaker with tortuous ques- tions and with sarcasm. For instance, whenever he got down on several occa- sions to begging the negroes for their votes, the crowd would call out, "Who hung John Brown?" and throw the speak CT off his feet. He finally gave up in dis gust declaring that Grover Cleveland, his cabinet and his few boltocratic followers were the only democrats worth saving, anyhow.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
ANOTHER CABINET CRISIS.
France Is Threatened With Her Regula-
 ton Political Upheaval.

London, Oct. 30.-The Paris correspond- ent of the Standard, in dispatch to that paper, reports that the election of M. Isambert, progressist, as vice president of the chamber of deputies, and the ac- tion of the government in requesting that the interpolation of M. Jaures, socialist, concerning the labor troubles at Car maux will be defied. They are looked up- on as indicating that the stability of the ministry is menaced by the radicals. M. Jaures' interpella tion on Tuesday is ex- pected to be a critical incident as affect ing the cabinet.
 La Lanterne of Paris publishes a letter from M. Charles Pelletan, radical repub- lican deputy, suggesting the substitution of ministry of republican concentration under M. de Freycnet for the present ca abinet,
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31

misrepresentaS.ons. I trust that those who support the policies set forth in the democra tic platform will mot allow them selves to be alienated from my support by any affidavits which may be circulated by political enemies. I have tried so far as I could to conduct this campaign in an open and honora ble way, and have in- sisted that those who are with us should refrain from personal criticism of my opponent and leave the people to pass judgment upon the principles which we represent"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
IN THIRD TENNESSEE.

Chattanooga, Tenn, Oct. 30.-The re- publican campaign in the Third Tennes- see district was brought to close tonight with monster rally at the court house, which was addressed by Senator Frye of Maine and Ex-Assisiant Postma ter General H. Clay Evans of this city The crowd was so large that an overflow meeting of several thousand gathered in the court yard below and listened to local spa akorc
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
THAT LINCOLN PROPERTY.

Lincoln, Neb., Oct. 3O.-The Lincoln property presented yesterday to w. J. Bryan by MT. w. M. Hoyt of Chicago for campaign purposes was located to- district of the city and it's value is placed by real estate men at $500. It was assess ed at $50, and the taxes for last year. which remain unpaid, are $5.1S.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
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 THE DAUNTLESS
To Be Lbelled for Failure to Pay Fine
 of $50O r"

Jacksonville, Fla, Oct. 30.-The steam CT Dauntless, captured by the cruiser Ral- eigh off the Florida coast October 21, has been released from quarantine, but is now in the custody of Collector of Gus toms Baltzell at Fernandina, and guarded by the revenue cutter Windom.
 Collector Baltzell today notified w. A. Bisbee, the owner of the Dauntless, that the steamer was fined $500 for going into foreign waters without clearing from a custom house and $200 for lying to off the coast without having lights burning, as required by marine regulations.
 The owner will pay the $200 fine, but will not pay the $500 fine, and the boat will be libelled. .--
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
KEROSENE ON THE FIRE.
Mother and Daughter Burned to Death
 Husband Seriously Injured.

Mother and Daughter Burned to Death.
 Husband Seriously Injured.
 Jackson, Mich., Oct. 30.-The home of Albert Robinson, living near Trumbull station, few miles from this city, was destroyed by fire this morning, and Mrs. Robinson and her S-year-old daughter were burned to death, and Robinson probably fatally burned. MT. Robinson was trying to build a fire in the kitchen stove and poured kerosene on the fire from five gallon can. An explosion fol- lowed, and wrapped in flames Robinson rushed into the bed room. His wife wrapped bedding around him to smother the flames, and then ran to the kitchen. Robinson, supposing his wife and child had escaped, jumped from window. The bodies of mother and child were found in the ruins, both burned to crisp. Robin son is seriously burned. ,.re
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
RUsso-DANIsH DEAL.

Its Details. Which Are Sensational. Com
 ing to Light.
 London, Oct. 30.--A dispatch to the Pall Mall Gaxette from Copenhagen says that an entente wsx concluded between Rus sia and Denmark during the premiership of RI. Estroup, who retired from the pres idency of the Danish ministry in 1894. which places at the disposal of Russra, in
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
HANNA POODLE IN GEORGIA.

Atlanta, Ga, Oct. 30.--A circular letter signed by populists is being sent over the state urging them to vote for Mckinley. Congressman Carter Tate of the Ninth district and William M. Howard, demo- cratic nominee in the Eighth, who were here tonight, said that they had seen evil dences of arge republican campaign funds in their district.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
DEPEw AT CANTON.

chauncey Helps the Major to Jolly the
 Visitors.
 Canton, O., Oct s0.-The unique feature of the day in Canton was the visit and speeches of Chauncey M. Depew and the gathering of several thousand school chill dren at Major McKinley's house late this afternoon. MT. Depew was warmly well comed and spoke twice. once to club of colored men and once to the college stu
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
BLACKBURN AND LINDSEY.
Marked Difference in Their Greeting at
 Lexington.

Lexington.
 Frankfort, Ky, Oct. 30.-About 150 friends of Senator Blackburn were at the depot this morning as he passed through on the Lexington train. Senator Lindsey was to leave Frankfort on the same train. When the train arrived Senator Black burn came out on the platform to shake hands with his friends, and while doing so Senator Lindsey came out of the wait ing room to board the coach on the end of which Blackburn was standing. The silverites spied Lindsey and shouted: "Hurrah for Blackburn, and down with traitors to the party"
 Senator Lindsey pushed his way into the car and paidSno attention to the in- suit. Mrs. Lindsey was standing on the station platform to see her husband off at the time.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
AN EXPLICIT DENIAL.
Chairman Jones Never Said Mckinley
 Would Carry Illinois.

Chicago, Oct. 30.-Chairman Jones of the democratic national committee de- nes the report cabled to the London Chronicle yesterday that he admitted that Mckinley would carry Illinois. T never admitted that Bryan will not carry this state,' said he. q did say that he did not need Illinois in order to be elected president but the report that I concede this state to Mckinley is absolutely un- true. 1 believe Bryan will carry Illinois"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
IN ARKANSAS,

Little Rock, Ark. Oct. 30.-Reports of a terrific cyclone, which passed through the eastern part of Jefferson county last evening, reached this city today. The full extent of the storm cannot be ascertain ed, but it is known to have been quite extensive. At 11:45 o'clock yesterday morning the tornado swept within 300 yards of Sherill, passing from south to north. It's path was 200 yards wide in some places and not more than 100 in others. Nothing stood before 1t and barns, houses, fences, stock and forests were carried along in its terrible vortex.
 Two houses were completely scattered on the Smith place. A colored child, 8 years old, was afterward rescued from the debris with two ribs broken. One large log residence, containing family of six, was also scattered, but the occu- pants escaped death, suffering only a few bruises and an occasional broken bone Fifteen or more people, most of them negroes, were more or less injured.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
RUN DOWN BY HORSES.

John Hamilton Gordon and Mir. and Mrs. Brown of Pratt Cry, while returning from the circus last night, were run down by team of six horses belonging to the circus. Each was painfully, but not seri- ously injured
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
TREASURY RESERVE.

Washington, Oct. 30.-The treasury gold reserve at the close of business today stood at $117, 1880. The withdrawals at New York were 1922. BOO
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
RIrII,ION WITHDRAWAIs

London, oct. 30-Bullion to the amount of f100, ,000 was withdrawn from the Bank of England today for shipment to the United States
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
IS TT IN TIME?
Important Discovery of Bogus Tickets in
 North Carolina

IIIIPVI UT
 North Carolina.
 Raleigh, N. C.. Oct. 30.-Informat tion has been received at democratic head quarters here that 100000 tickets have been printed and circulated in different parts of the state bearing the device straight populist ticket" containing on- ly names of populist electors and leaving off names of democratic and silver repub lican electors. One of these bogus tickets was received here today.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
wEAvERs GET AN ADVANCE.

Philadelphia, Pa. Oct 3O.-The weav- CTS of Long Brothers. manufacturers of cotton and wcolen goods, have been granted an advance in wages amounting to about 15 per cent. When running full this firm gives work 10 several hundred persons.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
pREsIpENr oF soIrrHWEsrERN.

Macon, Ga, Oct. 30.-B. A. Denmark of Savannah was today elected president of the Southwestern railway, to succeed .he elected one of the board of directors.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31

Fortress Monroe, Va, Oct. 5U.-rne noon and exchanged salutes with the fort.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-10-31
AT RICHMOND VA.

Richmond, Va, Oct. 3O-The tobacco storage factory of Wemple. Ellerson & Co.,, at Danville. was burned tonight. Loss about $60, GOO; insurance $37,000.
 FRENCH CORVETTE AT FORTRESS
 & <MONROEE
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-03-28
MAN FROM MAINE
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vention at St. Louis,
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ven'ion at Cincinnati.
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up by Figures.

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-03-28
A True Mother.

"All that l ever heard of Sir John Muir
ray redounded to his honor, y says Frederic
Hin in his autobiography. AT Edinburgh
under his hospitable roof, were often gath
cred the most distinguished men of his
time. This marvelously genial person,
whose qualities were good nature, a love
of humor and love of pleasant society,
formed central figure round whom they
all gathered. A pretty story is told of his
high sense of honor.
An old lady who had quarreled with her
adopted heir bequeathed her entire proper
ty to Sir John. When the will was read,
he found himself, to his great surprise,
possessed of wealth, while the heir pre-
sumptive found himself penniless. Sir
John made inquiries into the character of
tho young man, and, receiving satisfactory
answers, he quietly transferred back to
him the whole property
Soon after this a lady called upon Sir
Johns mother, and, indignant at what
seemed to her an act of quixotism, de-
mandcd;
do you know what your son John has
lonos"
Yes, - replied Mrs. Murray, with u
happy smile land ne would not have been
my son John if ne had done anything
else -