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The times., 1897-07-28
ITO MAKES DENIAL.
Says He Has No Mission TO France
In Connec ton With Hawaii.

A W A'Ai await.
I'aris, July 27.-The Figaro today pub
hshed an article on the relations between
Japan and the United States. in which it
asserted that Marquis Ito, the japanese
prime minister, who is now in this CITY.
Is charged with an official mission to pro-
test to the powers against the annexation
OF Hawaii by the United States. Marou,s
Ito, who came to Europe as the repre-
sentative of the Mikado at the jubilee OF
Queen Victoria, denies that there is any
truth in the Figaro's assertion.
The times., 1897-07-28

The inconsistencies OF the tariff already
are filling the New York customs au-
thorities with terror Hides OF cattle"
are taxed but raw SKINS are free. I'M
porters or calrskins hold that calves are
not cattle within the meaning OF tile Con-
stitution. and that their exterior integu-
ments are the rawest kind OF skins There
are dozens OF such things in the bill, and
they VIII cause endless trouble
The times., 1897-07-28
Our Brave De fender .

(Frorn the Chicago Times-Herald
The st. Louis Republic remarks edl-
torially: I'VE can whip Spain. We can
whip Japan n,sd we can whip England,
too" Well, if 1T comes to the worst,
ii is sweetiy solemn thought that st.
Louis paper stands ready to lick all Of
Uncle Sam s enemies at a moments notice.
The times., 1897-07-28
Emperor Williams Press Agent.
(From the Brooklyn Eaele.)

We frown at the actor who loses a
pail Of diamonds out of his dress ing room:
but what shall be done to suppress the
advertising agent OF Emperor William?
He paints pictres-one pietre-he
breaches one sermon, writes one hymn,
kills Some deer. and now he has gone and
got black eye. He struck himself with
ship. Really the greed Of this man for
newspaper notice is dreadful.
The times., 1897-07-28
Pour New Cruisers for England.

J. Goschcu, first lord of the admiralty,
announced in the House of Commons to-
day that the government is building four
armored cruisers, which VIII be able to
fight with fleet better than any cruiser
yet devised By this or any other country
The times., 1897-07-28
Denouncing Their Race Crtme.

Richmond, Va, July 27.-The Bannister
Negro Baptist Associations, In annual ses-
sion, have unanimously passed a series Of
resolutions enlphatically eondeIn1ling the
crime of outraging white women in the
South, and calling upon the negroes to
cooperate with the whites in stamping
Out the crime
The times., 1897-07-28
Brakeman Falls From a Train

BENJAMIN F. Cooper, brakeman On the
baltimore and Potomac Railroad, fen from
the top of freight train at Winan's HIN
yesterday, sustaining severe injuries To
bis left arm and left side He was brought
to this city on the 1:40 train and taken TO
Providence Hospital. where his wounds
were dressed
The times., 1897-07-28
A Comforting Thought /.

(From the Chicago Times-Herald.)
A society has been formed In New York
which wants every person Of unsound
mind electrocuted by the State. There
is some satisfaction in the thought that
under such a dispensation that society
would haveto first.
The times., 1897-07-28
A varlegated Party.
oFrorn the springf,eld Repunlic

Frorn the Springfield Republican.)
The South Florida s sentinel is dis
couraged, for there is but one party in
Florida, and that Is divided into Demo
Gratis. regular Democrats. razorback Demo
Gratis, Independents, ropulists and Re-
publicaHs In disguise. Tie chaos OF the
situation Is killing.
The times., 1897-07-28

Senator Turley, of Tennessee. enjoys
the distinction OF being the first man In
the history OF jurisprudence In this country
to file a petition In court praying for the
appointment ef a receiver for municipal
ity. WHAT Is more. he was successful. and
before lie got through with the suit the
city Of Memphis was In the hands OF
receiver. Mr. Turley does not show his
years. He looks at least twenty years
younger than he is. OF pluck and grit he
possesses an inexhausible supply. During
lis earlier years st the bar Mr. Turiey
Travelled far and wide In the practice OF
his profession, and his friends relate that
one occasion, in order to reach the court
in time be Travelled sixty miles IA one day
on the back OF d mule and swan a river
swollen to its banks In the bargain He
won the case.
The times., 1897-07-28
FngIand strengthening Her Forces

Montreal. July 27.-Six hundred more
artillerymen are being sent from England
to strengthen the garrison now here and
they will be put in charge of new quick
firing guns now being distributed at points
at tie mouth OF the harbor.
The times., 1897-07-28
Sound second Thonghts.

Ottawa. Ont, July 27.-Tbe Dominion
government. at special cabinet council
called to consider affairs on the Yukon
question, decided not to attempt to en-
force the alien law In the Klondike dis
trict.
The times., 1897-07-28
WOnen'S
Shirt Waists.

A mere handful of them-less
than thousand-but they are very
pretty, the fabrics being striped
percales, India lawns, and plain
chambrays. Some have detachable
white collar and cuffs; others coll
lar and cuffs Of same fabric az
waist. They re marked as follows:
At 35e, 3 for s1.OO, from 95e-
About 20 dozen fine and soft striped
Percale shirt Waists, IN host OK
pretty W anted cOlors
At Soc, from 81 69-
Women's Dark Red CAambray Shirs
Waists, with detached white linen Col
lars.
At 69e, from s125-
Women's Fine White India Iinon Shirt
Waists, with embroidered collar and
cuffs.
As S1.50, from S2.25 and S2.68-
lot OF Children's Figured Lawn
Dresses, pretty styles; sizes TO IA
years
Third floor.
The times., 1897-07-28
Bed Springs.

We carry in stock or make to
order Woven Wire Springs to FIT
any size bed. Prices are the low
est for reliable qualities.
At $1.25-
Single Wire Supported Springs.
At S2.25 to So 90
Double Wire Supported Springs.
The times., 1897-07-28
spi,acy of 1896 against the prosperity and
liberties OF the people.

iutitttS vi tnt ptUpie.
Because Democrats In the Congress did
not, and 10 not, enter any violent protest
journals OF the Evening Post class assume
that Democratic voters and the masses
generally do not notice the crime par
hcularly or recognize It's probable con-
sequences. This is an unsafe deduction.
The people large do understand the mat
ter in Al its hideous meaning. They know
that 1t has been indorsed by Republicans
merely because Republicans in office. as
web as the press exponents of the party are
the bought creatures OF the powers in
whose behalf all this treason Is being CON-
niitted. y lso, they quite appreciate the
fact that the purchasing sphere of Repub-
Hean Influence has been extended to
within the Democratic lines.
There Is one thing that the people un-
derstand and which their oppressors do
not. The farmer VIII make another attempt
or two, by way OF the ballot box, to regain
his lost freedom; but. if defeated there,
he win try other means, and then either
Canada or Mexico win be crowded with
eXiles, or hades will be full OF gold, bond,
trust and monopoly magnates. Tire boa
constructor of contraction and corrup5
legislative oppression will unwind itself
from around the crushed body Of Ameri-
con citizenship or a number of states
men, plutocrats and Congressional job
bers win te 'of few days and fall OF
trouble
Because this warning does not often find
voice In a national press. the important
members OF which to a great extent are
subsidized, t does not follow that IL
should not be sounded. Conflagrations Of
vastly destructive character may be
kindllng even If nobody shouts 'iire,"
The times., 1897-07-28
Tho Demonstration Was Effective.

London, July PA dispatch from Tan
gier says the United States battleship
Raleigh returned there today Consul Cen
eral Burke reports that he has been re-
ceired everywhere, along the coast with
marked respect. The demonstration has
evidently had the desired effect
The times., 1897-07-28
Mattresses.

All the best makes of Mattresses
in stock, or made to order at lowest
prices possible for reliable work
and materials.
At So 90
Extra grade Husk Mattresses, ,yvithcot-
ton top-dOubIt bed size
At S6. 90
Good quality Black Hair Mattresses.
double bed size, covered with heavy
tIcking-an excellent value
The times., 1897-07-28

Before learing Washington for The Summer
subscribe for THE TINES. The Morning
and S,.5feay Editions 1cil be mailed TO you
fo1 th5ry9fUs cents a nonat-the Morning,
Euenifg and Sunday Editions for ffty Ad-
dresses changed as CffeR as desired
The times., 1897-07-28
As s1.5O, from s2.25 and s2.68-
White Iron
BedSteadS.

We have a limited number Of
high-grade White Enameled Iron
Bedsteads, in styles which we shall
discontinue; hence to close them
out we have reduced the prices as
follows:
The times., 1897-07-28

1t seems that Congressman Lnney, OF
North Carolina, ,and Mahoney of New York,
are not the only Republicans who were at
heart opposed to the Joint resolution pro.
vlding for a currency commission, which
passed the House in the last hour of the
session, but that they were the oriy two
who had the courage OF their convictions
and dared TO vote against their party
1t Is known that scores of the leading
Republicans were opposed TO the proposi-
ton, Speaker Reed himself being one of
them, bat they did not have the political
hardihood to brave the Presidential dis
pleasure By voting as they believed.
Il am opposed TO currency comrnis-
slon, and should have unhestatingiy voted
against 1t but for the fact that Presi-
dent Mckinley comes from my own State"
SAID prominent oitio member to friend,
just after he voted for the proposition
Echoes OF similar opposition, which yield
ed In many Cases very unwiliingly to the
Presidential wish, are being heard from
all directions.
1t is. however, more than likely that
many CT the strongest opponents voted with
their party against their better Judgment
because 1t would help to retain the good
VIII Of the President, although feeling sure
that the proposition would not psss the
Senate. either at that or the next ses-
Son, nor at any subsequent session. 50
long as 1t has free silver ma 5ority
The times., 1897-07-28
rUhlYlUAL uuooIr.


Senator Turley, .who has been staying
With senator bate III THIS CITY, ieft Town
yesterday for hIs nome In tennessee. Tney
nave Joke already ON Mr lurley-thaI
lie Is pleased when they liken hiIi uiito
Henry .iay when ,lenry clay was young.
However this may be, mr. Turiey en-
tered The Senate ike a Thomas Jeffer-
son. The gentleman VINO preceded Air.
Tuney into The Senate TO be sworn IL
vas Mi. Mallory or Florida. MIR. Mallory
was diked out In the most fanlIless rai-
ment. Mr.. I'urley, per contra, marched
up 10 the book IN sack coat ahu In
d rig-out SO patiently not EN- reSle that
MT. Mason smiled and chuckled, We'll.
there are two or us who don't cara for
royal iobes or other antianated rules" Mr..
Tiilnan used to beiung to the dont-care
class, but recently he has taken TO wear
ing rnuslAs neckties, and he has been put
into another class. Talking about dress,
however, nothing can beat the exquisite
ness of the ancient and eloquent Mr Nor
gan. The other day he delivered splen-
did peroration in pink crayat, while he
mopped his brow with lilac-tinted hand
kerchief.
The times., 1897-07-28
At $1,000, from $3.50

White Iron Reds, full double size, extra
heavy; fancy brass trimmings; brass
head and foot ral-
The times., 1897-07-28
At $1,000, from $3.50

White Beds, size 3 f-2x6 I-2 feet,
with brass rails head and foot and
fancy brass trimmings
The times., 1897-07-28

A few days before Congress adjourned
Representative Sauerhering had occasion
To call on the Speaker. As he entered
the room Mr.. Reed looked up from his
desk and said: Now, see here, Sauer-
herring, there's no need OF saying any
thing about it. l know what you want.
Every man who comes In here wants
private tip on his committee assignments.
I've got yon located properly, and between
US two, l don't mind telling you that |
believe you are properly equipped to make
a good member OF the committees on Mer-
chant Marine and Fish and Fisheries"
The times., 1897-07-28
At $1,000. from $50

White Iron Beds. full double size,
extra heavy, Delft blue OF Dresden
decorations, fancy scroll head and
foot; brass rails and trimmings
The times., 1897-07-28
At So 90
AtS6.00-

Extra grade Husk Mattresses, witheot
ton top-dOubIt bed size.
The times., 1897-07-28
Circulation Statement.

WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, July 2s.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
JACK JORDAN DOWNeD.
Member Of Yellow Kid Co. Loses Life in River
al Old Town.

Old Town, April 2I.-Jack Jordan of
Boston, member of the Yellow Kid Co.
billed to play here, Monday evening, is
thought to have been drowned in the
Penobscot, Monday while trying to swim
ashore from an overturned canoe. Jor-
dan saw two men, Walter ~ HELEN
brand and Ephraim Fling. starting out
for a paddle up the river in Il canoe and
requested to be taken on board. assur-
ing the men at the same time that he
could swim. The trip up the river was
made in safety. the canoe passing the 10
Pease rips all right by reason of the high
water. The passage back. however. was
made on the other side of Indian island
and when going over the rapids called
THE Cook" considerable water splashed
into the canoe. Jordan became frightened
and jumped overheard, capsizing the
fral craft.
All three men started to swim for the
shore, Hellenbrand and Fling making for
Orson island. which they reached in
safety. Jordan, however. swan for In
dian island. a much longer distance
away. An Indian on the island saw him
coming and put out in a canoe to assist
him. but before reaching him. Jordan ap-
parently became exhausted and sank
Jordan was a very popular member of
the troupe. and his fellow members are
grief stricken and still cling to the hop,
that he will be found alive 1t is said
that Jordan has a wife at 15S Court
street Boston
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
GREEKS FLED LIKE SHEEP.
Sad Reports from the .Liberators Of Crete
al Tyrnavos.

Athens, April 27.-Advices received
here from the correspondent Of the As
ISOLATED Press with the Turks at
Larissa. say that the quantity Of mil
| itary stores abandoned by the Greeks
al Tyrnavos and other places proves
that they did not retreat, but fed
rrecipitately.
The Greek government has demanded
Of the directors of the Thessalan rail-
roads that they continue service Of
the Volo- Larissa Railroad. II the di-
rectors refuse the government viii oc-
cupy the line with troops.
Three steamers have been sent froiu
here to Volo TO bring away the women
and children who have sought refuge
there In circles here it is not believed
that Volo is in danger at present and
the Greek fleet is relied upon TO pro-
tect the fort in case Of necessity.
IT is stated that admiral Stamatellos
will be appointed to the chief command
Of the eastern squadron.
The correspondent of The Associated
Press has just received from colledgu /;
who Is with the Turkish army near Tyr
Havos. the substance of an interview
which the latter had with Edhem Pasha,
il confirmation Of the panicky retreat OF
the Greeks. Edhem Pasha laughingly
said.
Il am really grateful to the Greek com
nander for giving me these agreeable
quarters. The Greek retreat was a gen
eral rout. They left everything behind.
including immense quantities Of cavalry
and munitions of war, which we will b
able TO make use Of. ii they had not
heard the Albanians singing on the night
march we would have been upon them in
an hour.
About 100 prisoners We're taken by the
Turks. The Associated Press CORE sponl-
ent saw Greek taken. trembling and
scarcely able to stand. before the Turkish
officer, whom he begged not TO Kill him.
The officer replied We do not kill pTis-
cners of war to which the Greek answer
ed our soldiers believe that the Turks
cut their prisoners TO pieces
The Proa. in n special edition, an
nounces that Gen. Smolenski has been
appointed chief of STAFF of the army in
1hessaly. with power TO choose the mem
bers of his staff. 1t is reported here that
Trik6ala has been evacuated and that
the Turks are constructing temporary
forts at Larissa.
The latest dispatches here show that
the Greeks have occupied all the posi-
tions around Pentepigadia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
Cretan War Notes.

& deputation OF citizens sent from Volo
to Larissa. has been assured by the Turk
ISL commanders that the people of
Thessaly have nothing to fear from the
invaders.
The Turkish authorities have con-
demncd to death the murderers of the
agent who was distributing the British
and American funds at Diarb- kir
Asiatic Turkey.
The Turkish government acting upon
the resolutions Of the ambassadors of
The Powers, has authorized the Greeks
in the service Of the consulates. hospi-
tails. foreign missions and post Offices to
remain in Turkey. All other Greeks,
however. will have to leave the empire
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
Third Annual Field Day.

At the meeting of Canton Somerset, No.
26 |. o. o. f.. held Monday evening the
field officers were elected as follows:
Brigadier General H. G. Foster Water
Vile; lieutenant colonel. C. A. Marston.
Skowhegan; colonel, Edwin Lord, Ban
gor: major. f. l.. Pond, Augusta The
officers of Canton Somerset were installed
by Major c. A. Marston. assisted by
Captains W. A. Bailey and II. c. Tag
CERT. as follows: Captain. Walter p. ord
way: lieutenant. A. II. Noyes ensign f.
G. Woodbury.: clerk. Thomas Tantish ac-
countant. G. r. Fogg; standard bearer,
Thomas Lawley. 1t was voted to give a
banquet to the State council at Hotel
Coburn, Wednesday evening. June 3 and
on Thursday evening, probably the largest
banquet every held in Skowhegan, will be
given in Cobun hall to the Department
of Maine. the caterer being T.. X. Delano.
pleasing musical entertainment will be
in progress meanwhile.
In the early part of the month of
March, Canton Somerset issued a circular
that it had offered $50 in cash prizes for
the competitive drill divided into prizes
Of s25. $l5. $40; but the Department of
Maine has added $50 more and in con-
nection with Canton Somerset 1t was mu-
tually agreed to divide the 800 purse into
three prizes of $50, $50 and $50 to the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28

The following was issued by the NUM-
cinal officers, Tuesday, and speaks Tor
itself:
CITY of Waterville. IS.
To Reuben A. Call. City Marshal:
Greeting: In the name OF the state OF
Maine. YOU are hereby required forthwith
to warn and notify the inhaDltants OF
Ward No. - in said city of Waterviiie.
qualified according to law. 70 assem fomrt a,
the ward room in said ward on the iourth
day of May A. D., 1897 at O'Clock IN tne
forenoon then and there TO vote upon the
question of approving the act passed Ny
the Legislature in the year 1881, emu. e9
AN act to incorporate the new city ma
commission of Waterville, under the
name of the city hall commission.
Those in favor of approving said agi
will vote Yes and those opposed VIII
vote No. ~.
The polls to close at o'clock in the
afternoon.
Your are also required to give notice
to said inhabitants that the board Oh
registration of said city Will be IN ses-
sion at the municipal court room uurlns
the day of said meeting. for the purpose
of determining the qualifications OF any
one claiming the right to vote, II III MS
pute. .,.a
Hereof fail not and have you there
this warrant with your doings thereon
Given under our hands at the city OF
Watervile this 9th day of April III the
sV lsiened d. c. II. REDDINGTON,
JOHN A. LANG,
FRED LUNT.
GEO A. WILSON,
f. GILPATRICK,
J. C. RANCOuRT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28

three Cantons scoring the most number
of points.
The Cincinnati Regalia Company OF
Cincinnati Ohio. has presented Canton
Somerset with an excellent United states
flag which will be given to the Canton
having the largest number OF bona hde
members in line, in proportion TO the
largest number of members, based upon
the per capita tax. r. w. Haines. the
well-known proprietor of Hotel Coburn
has given as second prize large picture
of that house. Canton Somerset voted
not to compete for any prize.
II is understood that Cantons Augusta,
No Q. Portland Biddeford, Waterville
and Gardiner wiz compete for all prizes
offered.
The members of canton somerset
wishes il stated through the columns OF
the Journal that first class entertain
ment will be furnished to all Cantons who
attend Everybody here is looking for
ward with happiest anticipations to the
event
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
ASKS FOR COUNSEL.
Kelley Proposes to Make a
Fight for His Life.
Asks Hon. James A. EdgerIy Of Som
ellsworth 10 Defend Him.
Mr.. EdgerIy Will Give Him his Decision in
Few Days.

Somersworth, n. H., April 27.-Hon
A. Edgerly of this city, one of the lead
ing criminal lawyers Of the state, re-
oeived a communication, Monday, from
Joseph T.. Kelley, requesting him To
visit Dover Jail Mr.. Edgerley saw
Kelley, in the afternoon, and the latter
requested him to act as his counsel.
Mr. Edgerley was unable to come to
any decision in the matter, but Will
undoubtedly notify Kelley in few
days.
Mr.. Edgerley is counsel for the
Great Falls National Bank, which has
probably something to do with his hes
itation in complying with Kelley's re-
quest.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28

How much money men could save il
they always possessed the know how. .
in time. In the matter of paints. here
is Baxter Mari. who has used one kind
of paint for 90 years. He can give You
points on it. and tell you his experiences
in using q pure linseed oil paint that
VIII only cost you about as or rs cents
per gallon, and it will wear long and
smooth. The writer likes to pass a
coed thing along. Dingley & Decker
can post you up fully regarding this
matter of economy, at both ends of
your painting. To wit: Durability, and
first cost.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28
Tried as by Fire.

The ice house of William S. Garland
of Winslow. was discovered to be on fire,
Monday night at a late hour. The alarm
was given and the neignbors. men and
women. quickly formed a bucket brigade
and went earnestly at work. The ice
house set very close to the fine residence
of Mr.. Garland, and at one time it looked
as though the fighters would lose con-
troll of the flames and they be commune
Gated to the dwelling. But the spirit of
the workers won and the residence was
saved. The loss on the ice house is
about 800: uninsured. 1t was an excit-
ing occasion for the residents of that
section of the town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-04-28

LEAVE Portland. lice P. n: Augusta.
1.50 A: Nj; Waterville. 2.45 A. n; Ban
gs1r' SIS A: M: Arrive Lagrange, SIS 4;
Iron Works. $40 a. M. Norcross, $50 A
Ii.2o A. NJ; Smyrna Mills, n.5 A; n:
Houlton. 1920 P. NJ; Bridgewater. Lib z:
P. M; Fort Fairfield, 80 P. NJ: Dover
n? E EsassSt' l5 ss 4 e a4ssDS. ia
LEAVE Portland, H5o p. NJ; augusta
~ NJ W xsl;H. Rsc 81, NJ liz ssnfS
Norcross, TAO P. NJ; Sherman, 81 T: n,
Island Falls. SOS P. n: Houlton. Io.0 p.
ys nhA and SansSf - Il As aSt!ss
sm A; n: Monson. lois A n; Green
vile, u;qS 4: M 1.opx
ARRIVE Dover and FoIcroft. III ?.
NJ; Guilford, 7S p. M: Monsoon June
ton. 7.56 P. NJ; Greenville. SIS P. y.
yun sAHE 7 Sse an NJ G SUI liz Il
viIls: 5;s$ 4. NJ; Lssranse. SIS 4: 4.
ARRIVE Bangor: $50 A. ~.
,,bou; SO 4; NJ; Presqus Isle. SsS 4. Y:
Masardis; 72S A: NJ; Smyrna Mills. -
s.5s A. NJ; Noreross. 1916 A. M: Brown-
vile, 11.40 A. M; Arrive Bangor. In =:
NJ; Waterville, SI3 P. M: Augusta. 1H
P: M; Portland, 6.s5 P. II.
LEAVE Caribou, 1l.6 A. ~; Pfccess
Isle, 11.35 A. NJ; Fort Fairfield. lLl0 q.
NJ. Bridgewater, 1925 p. NJ; Houlton. IL
P. NJ; Ashland. $50 A. M: Masardis lo.4
2. M: Smyrna Mills. LIS p. n: Isiano
Norcross. $40 r. NJ; Brownvilie. As 2:
NJ Lagrange b1i +. M: Greenville. y
7. n; Monson, $40 P. NJ. Guilford. =:
7 NJ: Dover and FOxcrOft. Anb NJ
Sebec, 4.3S =. M; Arrive Bangor. ~
M; Watervile, 1000 p. M: Augusta, ias
p. NJ: Portland. 1.40 A. II.
GEO. NJ HOUGH1 ON.
Genl Pass. and Tichsi AGsaa
y. w. CRAM.
" p and 0sssrA nanases
Bangor. Oct l. 1884 1ulyAeu