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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
ClaymOut,

New roofs are to be put on both tho
Claymont and Hanby's Corner school
houses.
John Porter has had an addition built to
his residence. Sizo l2xl6.
James G. McComb has had his tenement
house, occupied by Mrs. William Blest,
very beautifully painted; also tho fences,
that is frccr of weeds in the fields and
grow,h Of bushes along the fences han
MIR McComb's, Every farm owner ought
to follow his worthy example.
An old gentleman from Philadelphia by
tho name of Cordray, who has been max :
ing his home with John Williams, depart.
cd this life few days ago. Old ago in
cQnnection with liver complaint was tho
cause Of his death. His son was telegraph.
ed for, and coming on took charge of tho
body lnterment WAS made in Philadel.
Eh!a, The deceased was widower.
Mrs, Sallio u, Ottey paid visit few
days ago with her sister, Mrs. Samuel
Hewes OF South Chester.
Mrs. Lurana Payne of Wilmington,
spent Tuesday and Wednesday last with
Mrs. Ottey of this place.
Mrs. George Clark of Bethel township,
also paid q visit on Tuesday last, to the
Same lady, her sister.in-law.
The late electrical storm here was very
severe The lightning was very sharp and
struck several places, but as far rs known
no serious damage was done. Most of the
storm was unaccompanicd by rain.
II the ownors of horses, which arc not
thriving would give them about table
spoonful of dry sage three times week
iu their feed, for month, they will be
vel, paid for their trouble In the appear.
ance Of the critters No horse does we'll
when troubled with worms and this Is one
of the best remedies in existence for them.
Mr. and Mrs 7. A. Stannard, of Pa.
vonia, N. j., spent week visiting George
X Lloyd OF misplace.
On Friday last tho Trainer NJ f.. Sun.
day School, to tho number of one hundred,
picGicked In Shcllpot Park. They were
conveyed there in wagons.
TRUE AS STEEL,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
MANGLED BY A TRAIN.
Af1an Supposed to be c. J. O'Neill Of Della
ware, Struck by an Engine and Thrown
Under Car Wheels.

A,man supposed to be c. j, ONeill, a
travelling salesman for II. j. Morgan, a
wine dealer at Concord, Del, was run over
yesterday morning at Colgate Creek by q
freight train of tho Northern Central
Railroad and received injuries from which
he died shortly afterward
Previous to being run over the man was
struck by the locomotive Of the Sparrow's
Point passenger train leaving Baltimore
at 8. 10 q. m, and was knocked under the
wheols of freight train, which was NOV.
ingin the same direction as the passenger
train.
Engtnoer James Fulton, of the passen.
gor train, stated that he saw the man In
the middle of the track, and blew his
WHISTLE but O'Neill paid no attention to
it, and before could stop his train the 10.
comotve struck the man, All his ribs on
his right side wore broken.
When picked up tho man was still alive
and was placed In the baggage car Of the
passenger train, but died on the way to
Sparrow's Point.
At Sparrow's Point Coroner Miller took
charge Of the body, and summoned jury
Of Inquest, which rendered verdict Of
accidental death.
In the mans possession were found q
bank book of the Sussex National Bank.
rs Seaford, Del, made out to C. J. O'Neill,
oiI SuoWiuB ubpD5lt jooh u tuo 4 LteV
National Bank of Seaford for S3a
A letter was found from II. j. Morgan,
of Concord, Del, in care Of Bradle, g. Co.,
West Camden street, regarding tho sale
of domestic wine. Five cents and ono
dozen tickots, which looked liko milk
tickets, were also found with John Prem.
diville printed upon them.
The man is about fifty years old, we'll
dressed and has u gray mustache A tele.
gram was sent to Seaford. but no answer
was received up to q late hour.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Steamboat Trips are Popular.

Tho Wilmington Steamboat Company 8
steamers, City Of Chester and Brandywine,
continue tsbe the popular means of Con-
veyance. these summer days to and from
PkfMdsfbhfa, Chester and Washington
Park. The steamers are elegantly fitted
and in charge Of crews that look af.or
ovory want of tho company's patrons.
The Washington Park trips are perhaps
the most popular and as this boat will sto p
at the resort until September g. inclusive,
everyone who has not availed themselves
OF the opportunity to make the trip ut lit
tie expense should do so.
The boats leaving this city at 10. 80 q. m,
and p. m, are the only ones that stop at
park. On Thursday an Saturday evon-
ings the last boat will leave the resort ut
10 p. IN. This gives and opportunity to
SEQ the fountain display. Excursion
tickets to the resort sell for 40 cents, which
is also the faro to Philadel. b =.
Following is the complete time table.
Leave Fourth street wharf daily (Sun.
days included) at 730, 1870 a. IN, LOO,
Ais and 7 00p. III.
Leave Philadelphia at 7.30, 1918 q. m,
l3O, 400 and 100 p. III.
For Washington Park deaily at 1880 a.
m. and p. III.
Leave Washington Park, 7.l5 p. IN.
Thursdays and Saturdays.
SPECIAL EVENING TRIPS
Leave Wilmington at 1879 a. H., loo,
4.l5, and Z. co p. IN.
Leave Washington Park at Z IL and 1000
n. In.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
SbindeI VIII Not Withdraw,

York, Pa, Aug, 2l.-The publication
In Philadelphia newspapers Of alleged
intention on the part of r. Hathaway
Shindel to withdraw his candidacy for
state treasurer In favor of James Bea-
com brought out crop of interviews
here yesterday from Yorli's candidate.
Mr.. Shindel denies the existence of any
such agreement and will go into the
convention on the 2Gth full nedged
candidate. He admits the improba-
blity Of his nomination in the event Of
Major McAuley being named for au-
ditor general. When convinced that
he cannot secure the nomination Mr..
Shindel says. he will withdraw in favor
of the strongest man before the sonven-
ton. whoever It may be. If he fails this
time he has assurance, he says, that he
will be the treasurer nominee the next
time.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
YELLOWSTONE PARK.
A Complete Tour via the Pennsylvania
Railroad.

The Yellowstone National Park is un.
questionably tho most interesting on tho
globe, for within it is displayed the great
est collection of natures manifold wonders
Indeed, this mountaln-bound plateau,
high up on the summit Of tho everlasting
Rockies, Is veritable playground for the
worlds giant forces 10 stand and gazo
upon them in all their marvellous mani.
fcstations, the great geysor uphcavals, tho
fierce steam blasts, tho terrible leap OF the
river, and tho awful cannon is revela.
tion, an experience to bo had at no other
point on tho earth.
The personally -conductsl tour Of tho
Pennsylvania Railroad Company, which
leaves Now YORK on September 2, affords
most satisfactory means of visiting this
Park and viewing its marvellous
features. Tourists will travel by special
train of Pullman smoking, dining, sleep.
ing and observation cars In each direction
Eight days will be spent in the Park.
Stops will also be made returning at st.
Paul and Chicago. Tho round-trip rate,
$a36 from New York, Philadelphia, Balti.
more and Washington, $3.50 from Pitts.
burg, covers all necessary expenses.
For detailed itineraries and full informa-
ton apply to tickets agents, Tourist Agent
1l97 Broadway, New York, or address Geo
w. Boyd, Assistant General Passenger
Agent, Broad Street, Philadelphia.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
The CROPS IN DELAWARE.
Tomatoes and Tobacco Injured by Rains.
Large Yield Of Wheat.

Tho Maryland and Delaware section OF
tho climate and crop service OF the
Weather Bureau reports for the week end.
lug August 49,: "Tho past, week in tho
Maryland ana Delaware section has given
continuation of warm days and cool
nights, with resultant temperature for
tho period that very nearly coincided with
the normal.
Tho opening and closing days were
marked by heavy rains and general
thundcr.storms, making the weeks pre-.
cipitaton appreciably in excess Of the
amount usually received within that
length Of time. Wheat threshing Is al
most over, :. with reports OF large yields
still coming In. The oats arc about all
threshed out, and the yields continue light
Corn Is tassolod, and Its condition
variously reported from flno In some sec.
tions to average and ordinary in others,
although 1t has BEEN generally benefited
by the moisture received.
Tobacco and tomatoes have suffered
some damage from the rains, which caused
blight and rot in the tomatoes, and hust
tobacco on thin or sandy soil. Both crops
are, however,, in good condition in most
districts, ana cutting and housing of to-
bacco has begun. Peaches arc plentiful
in the western counties Of Maryland, but
yeiy short elsewhere. in tho two States.
Grapes are favorably reported for the
most part, although rotting considerably
in some localities. Pears. apples and
plums give fair PROMISE and truck gener-
ally Is doing we'll"
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
A GAME OF CRAP.
In Eden Park Costs William Bacbus, ,Colors
cd. SIS and Costs.

In the Municipal court this morning
John kerns was charged with indecsntly
exposing his person. The officer testified
thai yesterday morning shortly before 10
o'clock at Front and Monroe streets he saw
the prisoner acting as above stated.
kerns stated that he had been TO wake
tts ?sevlous night and got too much
liquor aboard. A fine Of $40 and costs
was imposed
Considerable complaint was lodged with
the police yesterday about number Of
colored men who were playing crap at
Eden Pork. Officer Simon Moran went
out and saw the crowd. He caught Win.
Bachus aud another colored man. The
latter left his suspenders and part of his
shirt with the officer and went ut large.
Bachus did NOT attompt to escape and for
acting disorderly was fined 70 and costs.
Frazer Robinson was charged with dis.
orderly conduct Ho Is represented by
Robert Fra!In and tho case will be heard
on next Tuesday morning,
Tho charge Of larceny against William
Elycy, tho colored boy resulted in the lad
bslng held in 500 bail for upper court
Gilpin Morrison colored boy of 10 years
was charged with the larceny Of couple
of boxes Of cigarettes. He was allowed Ia
90 to his homo
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Building Boom Expected.

A talk with Wilnington's Architects
yesterday afternoon disclosed hopeful
feeling for the coming fall. While tho
architects at present have practically little
to do, they agreo that tho inquiries indi-
catea prosperous fall for tho building and
allied trade.
The principal business being done by
tho acrhitects Just now is In relation to re.
pairs and improvements on old buildings,
but they say they have many inquiries
from persons contemplating tho erection
OF business houses and blocks Of dwellings
AS a rule, they say prospsrity seeks tho
architect last, as 1t is only after business il
firmly sottled that Investors seek to.place
their. surplus. money in now buildings.
The consequence Is thas while fair busi.
ness Is expected this season decided I'm.
provement Is locked for next spring.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
MORESOUTH AMERICAN CARS.
Jackson & Sharp Company will Build Five
Coaches for an Argentine Railroad.

The Argentine Great Western Railway
Company, limited Of South America, has
contracted with the Jackson IL Sharp Co, ,
for,the building Of first-clGss sleeping cars
of the combined Pullman and Mann pat
terms. They will be 81 feet in length. 10
feet inches wide with gusge Of s feet 8
inches
The cars will be of moudmcin teak. var
nished. The intererior will be furnished
in oak. with walnut carvings and mould.
ings. Heavy mirrors will occupy promi.
ncnt places in tho interior furnishings.
Tho seats will bo upholstered in buffalo
hide, of dust color
John d. Smeltz an engineer in the EN-.
ploy Of tho company drew the plans for the
cars and has his own Nleas embodied in
their construction. Six more day coaches
he says will in all probability be built by
the company, oweing to its reputation for
excellent work. Having completed his
work Mr.. Smctz sails from New York for
England tonight whore the main offices
of the Company arc located. Ho hopes to
return within two months and get out the
plans for the second lot of cars.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
HockeSsln Items,

E'Alcxander Guthrie Is making extensive
Improvements to his residence.
Miss Gertrude Spencer Of Norway, is the
guest of Miss Mary r. Chandler.
X. S. Chandlcris building Oh addition to
his shops to be used in storing lumber.
The merry-go round which came hero
from Landenberg is taking all the spare
nickels.
Clifford Regestcr,a q clork In S. p. Chand.
lcr's store is spending few days at FOL.
chester.
who was stricken with hemorrhages last
week is improving slowly.
II is reported that Miss Moore, of Will
miugton, will teach tho primary school
and Miss Grimes, former teacher at Ash.
land, will have charge Of the upper room
at tho school,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Rosy Cheeks aud Sparkling Eyes.

Follow the use Of Utah Kidney Beans.
Tho Turner'S great discovery. The
warning notes from the kidneys are back.
ache. urinary trouble, frequent thirst.
rheumatism, burning urine, dropsical
swellings. irregular heart action. Heed
the warning at once. Your life is in
danger Utah Kidney Bsans regulate the
kidneys, cure all urinary and bladder
troubles surely nnd quickly Utah Kidney
Beans, Discovered and Perfected BY
TURNER'S also make PO-MELIA-The In.
fsnt's Friend, tho Invalid's Bcnofactor.
A perfect food. A new discovery for tho
little ones and for the weak.
TURNER'S LITTLE LIVER TURNER'S
A very small pill. Turns your liver
Have appointed as Special Agents in vii"
mington for their Groat Remedies tho
following Druggists: S. e. Mckeevcr
II. c. Kimblo, Wilmer G. Taylor, DR.
Bennet Downes, b. r. Voasoy, Wost
Street Pharmacy, J. Harvey Spruance,
Central Pharmacy, J. j. Gallagher s.
Bro.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Tour to Gettysburg. Luray and WASH
ingtOn.

Tho Pcnnsylvnula Railroad company
has arranged for most delightful seven.
day tour to tho Gettysburg Battlefield,
Caverns of Luray, and Washington, to
in charge OF one of the company's tourist
agents, and will cover an inteni ily interest.
ing section of the upocr South. An ex-
perienced chaperon, whose especial charge
will he unescortcd ladies' will accompany
the trip throughout, Roupd'trip, includ.
ing all necessary expenses during tho en-.
tire time absent e27 from New York sa8
from Trenton, aud s24 from Philadelphia,
and proportionsts rates from other points.
For itineraries and full information
broadway. Nav York, or address Geo. w.
Boyd, Assistant General Passenger Agent,
Broad Street Station. Philadelphia
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
THE PRESIDENT AT TROY.
lie Greets tho Veterans of tho Army
nf fha

Hc GfeetS tn9 Veterans OF tho Army
of tho Potomac.
Troy, Aug. 21.--The. city was gally
decorated yesterday in honor of the
2Sth reunion Of the Society of tho
Army OF the Potomac, and the Occa
sion was honored by the presence of
President Mckinley. who was accom-
panied by Secretary Algcr. The presl-
dent was enthusiastically greeted ev-
eryw1lere.. especially when he visited Il
great collar factory. employing 1900
hands.
The parade In honor of the president
and the Army Of the Potomac was one
Of the largest ever seen in Troy. Near
1000 guardsmen were in line and about
900 survivors OF the late war. The
three National Guard companies of
Troy acted as escort to the presidential
party and Governor Frank S. Black
and staff.
The only active part that the presi-
dent took in the proceedings of the
reunion was a visit to the Ninth corps,
OF which he is q member. The corps
gave him an ovation and finally elected
him honorary president. The president
III u ACW ~oAus aS'cptSu thC huuol'
signed his name to the register and
left the room with the corps badge
upon his breast. He stated that he
was sergeant In the Twentythrd
Ohio regiment. of the Ninth corps.
unGer command OF Rutherford B.
Hayes.
In the evening the president attend
cd the. public melting OF the Army OF
the Potomac In Music Hall. The place
was jammed to suffocation, and the
president received a great ovation.
General Algcr was not with him. hay"
Ing left on special train at 4:30
o'clock for New York to attend to
special business for the president The
speakers were Governor Black, Mayor
Malloy and Major c. A. Woodruff.
President Mckinley did not speak.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21

Colorado Springs. Colo. Aug. 2l.-Tha
body OF tourist named II. II. Key, Of
Wisncr. Neb., has been found near the
summit of Pixies Peak. There was d
bullet hole In the back Of the head, at
the base Of the brain. and the bullet
had been fired at such close quarters
that the hair had been burned. The
victim was about rs years Of age. Of
splendid physique. nearly six feet tall
and weighed l75 pounds. It Is believed
he was murdered while walking Up
the peak to view the sunrise, a popular
fad among tourists, Whatever mgnty
or valuables he may have had were
stolen
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
BASE BALL DOTS,

Denny" Burn, who was recently re-
leased by Pittsburg, has refused sevsra.
good offers. Like McAleer. Of Cleveland
he will lay off for the balance Of the SEASON
and start afresh In the spring.
1t ispretty we'll understood that Manager
Barnic, Of tho Brooklyns, will have new
next year. All Of these mon have bes
guilty Of dumb" playing this season.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Successful ExcurS on.

Friendship Conclave of Heptasopns, took
about 800 persons on their excursion 10
Washington Park, Thursday night, and
msny Others went up during the day.
They were very orderly crowd and the
excursion was one OF tho best conducted
that left the city this summer. Not dis.
orderly person was on tho boat going or
coming, and every ono voted the eYeur-
sion AS success. Thor conduct has
demonstrated the fact that they know
how to conduct a gilt edge excursion and
take the cream of the City,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Dronnpd Dead on a Crowded Street,

Dropped Dead on a Crowded street.
New York, Aug. al.-Mrs. .. II, Eds
wards, ~ years Of ago, q resident Of
oranitcville, y. G., ore Of the women
merchants who visited Nav York,
dropped dead In front Of tho Filth Ave-.
nue hote! yesterday afsesAeon. Her
fall alarmed people on the street, and
within q moment tho thoroughfase Was
crowded with an exal.sd mass OF hu.
TaElty A policeman summoned an
ambulance from thu New York hos
.Ntal. and the body was removed to the
ltotlon house.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21

All physicians. clorgymen, midwifes and
undertakers are requested to register their
names In the office of tho Recorder of
Deeds of tho county IN which person or
persons may reside. SEQ chapter 3Sl vol
umes 10 Laws Of Delaware. Revised Code
page l05, passed at Dover, April 7th, 1881.
The law will bo enforced against ell who
neglect and refuse to comply by Septem-
bor !, 1897. Tho fine Is ten dollars and
cost, the one-hnlf to the State and the
other half to the person who shall suo for
tue same. Wilmington, DEL. Aug. 10.
1897. Il Is. FRAZER,
Sec'y State Board OF Health.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
ADJUSTMENTS.
GRAND OPERA HOUSE.

Among the new scenic features offered
by Chas II. Yaes "Forever DEVILS A nc.
tlon," which will bo given at Grand Opera
House on Monday evening, for this season
is, The Cavern Of Gigantic hoads:' Tho
Magic Vaults Of Benedsctine;" "The
Gardens OF tho Blue Dragon;" Tho Pal.
ACC of Roses" and . magnificent transfer
nation scene Of eight distinct changes
which for novelty of conception, beauty in
design is undoubtedly the handsonest and
grandest pictorial illustration of tho
Realms of EairYlnnd eyer presenlad,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
poual Colony for Anarchists

Berlin, Aug. ala dispatch to The
Koelnilschez Zeitung from Madrid says
that Italy. Austria. Russia and Ger
many have accepted the proposal Of
the Spanish government to adopt In
ternational measures against anarchy,
the chief of which will be the establish
ment Of a penal colony for the life
detention Of dangerous anarchists.
France has not replied to the Spanish
note. 1t Is expected. says the dispatch,
that the United States, Great Britain
and Switzerland will refuse to CO.
operate.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
AprIy to YourEect,

Askcw's Footine, speedy sate and ro
liable remedy for Weary, Aching. Persp.r.
ing, frosted, itohng, smarting feet. Sc!i
by Druggists everywhersor sent by mail.
Price Ice. Corns and bun!ons are quickly
cured with Askew's Coca Corn Curs
At Druggists price !0o. A2kew Company
Mig Chemists, sixth and Walnut streets,
Wi!m!p yton. Del.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Dalmium's Mine Strike q Failure,

Washington, Aug, 2l,-Strikes among
the coal miners gra occurring In Bel.
giun, much like those in the United
States, according TO a report by Con-
sui Roosevelt. at Brussels. Through
June and July tha coal districts were
much disturbed. and 1900 eeel m!nars
wsra Idle. Mr., Roosevelt adds' "Ths
strike lasted ak weeks. causing great
d.asrasS amnaS miners. who ara Un.
obla 10 obtain expected eid from tho
soeIs.!stie league. The m!nesa havo
now returned to work, without having
resolved any eonesas!ens from the ,nino
owners"
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21

crowd Of rOughs, most Of them from
Frankford, precipitatod riot on the ex.
cursion train which left Ocean City Thurs.
day evening. The trainncn tried to pncfy
tbs beligerents, but were powerless Fight.
ing commenced fcw rniDutes after tho
train bad COTTON In motion, and continued
until H. arrived at Georgetown, when tho
disturbance was uueluu by town officials
after several mon and women wero jur.
ed slightly. Tho light was caused Ly
drunken men.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Cows at Private Sale.

W II. k.A.r expects to receive o ca. load
OF Bedford county cows en- Friday next
and VIII dispose OF them at private sale on
the farm OF his father one mile south CT
Centrevl.!e. Farmers who wish cows
should give Elm call as ho says they are
first class and will givs satisfaction to
every one who may purchase. MIR, Kln!r
/. an enterpr!s.ng young man and wehCpe
that be will be properly supported
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21
Pension Increased.

Col. John Wainwright, has secured an
increase of pension for John Cooper. Of
No. 10 East Adams street, West Chester,
Pa, Sl2a month from November "A, 1856
Congressman Butler rendered valuable
assistance In this case.
The Colonel has also secured pension
for Jonathan Clemens, of Warwick, late
Co, h. llth sPenna. Cavalry, So n month
from December 9th. 1895 and an increase
for John A. Wright, of Coatesville, IS a
month, from March 81, 1897.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1897-08-21

HaZleton. Pa, Aug. 2l.-The commit
tee Of strikers in the Honey Brook dis
trict OF the Lehigh and Williesbarre
Coal company held another cofcrence
yesterday afternoon with Mr.. laval.
The commtte reported at mass meet
ing last night. In addition to conCes-
sions offered by the acting president
for the company Mr.. laval author
iZed them to say that the men dis
charged would be reinstated, that the
drivers demands would be acceded to.
and that investigation Of the charges
against Superintendent Jones would
be promptly made if the men would re-
turn to work Monday Indications are
that the settlement will be concluded
today.