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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16
FULTON STREET, GALTM PLACE AND LIVINGSTON STREET, BROOKLYN
AFFAIRS AT THE NAVY YARD
TRYING TO FIND THE CAUSE OF THE
LEAKS IN THE BIG DOCK

TESTS TO BE CONTINUED -MoRRow-So
CHANGES EXPECTED FROM ASSISTANT SEC
RErARY RoosEvELrs INVESTIGATION.
No satisfactory solution Of the leaks which
have caused much trouble in the big drydock
at the Navy Yard had been found up to a late
hour yesterday afternoon. and at 4;30 operations
for the day were stopped and the dock was food
ed to depth Of twenty feet the water rising just
above the upper line of the leaks. This will re-
main until tomorrow morning. when 1t will be
pumped out and new effort made to find where
the water comes from. diver was at work yes
terday forenoon at the bottom Of the channel
between the wing walls of the dock, and found a
hole in the bottom which apparently led under
the foundations Of the dock. test with saw
dust having failed a barrel Of Prussian blue
was made into a solution and pumped into the
hole, with the idea that II IL connected with the
leaks ii would make a showing through the holes
in the dock wall. No blue showed through. and
as II was found that the mineral pigment was in
cined to settle in mass and would not diffuse
readily through the water, an anine color, prob
ably red will be tried tomorrow. The full Board
OF Engineers consisting of Messrs Asserson.
Endcott and Menocal, were busy with theories
and experiments all day, but the puzzle Is as
great ever, and the leaks continue TO form
cascade over the eastern wall which, while at
tractive 10 look at. is anything but pleasing TO
the officials Of the yard.
THE CONDITION OF DOCK NO. q
Drydock No. 2. the Simpson dock. has resumed
its normal condition. and the leaks it shows at
this time are comparatively small and Of little
importance. The explanation Of the inflow OF
water which caused so much alarm and made
the flooding OF the dock necessary is that the
water collected by that part OF the yard during
the heavy rains had drained TO the dock that
being the lowest point in the yard territory.
This explanation appears feasible. but at the
same time the question is asked why 1t was that
with the walls Of the big dock leaking like
sleeves. the water should gain sufficient force
TO find way through The small dock In such
an alarming quantity.
The authorities are not at all satisfied with the
condition Of affairs at present. and fears are
expressed that before tho trouble is all settled
the Government will be put 10 much more ex-
pense and trouble than has been figured ON.
THE BROOKLYN To COME TO THE YARD.
No explanation Is made at the yard CT tho
sudden ordering Of the New-York to prepare for
sea, and the movements OF the flagship are not
made public In advance. The Massachusetts
will be ready for sea May 70. and Will sail
for Boston, remaining there until the unwilling
Of the winged Victory" which adorns her for
ward turret. She has been towed over to the
Cob Dock. and yesterday afternoon was filling
her starboard bunkers with coal. The Maine has
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16
SATISFIED WITH SENATOR JOHNSON.

From The Hackensack Record
Commenting upon the suggestion Of the re-elec-
ton OF Senator Johnson next year, the Paterson
Press says.
Senator Johnson has already made distin-
guishcd mark as a legislator. fIe exhibits to the
State n combination OF merit and modesty which
IS rare In public men, and which ought TO be re-
tanned as long as possible In the public service
when II Is once fortunately discovered and secured.
III Is the strong impression among Senator John
sons friends that he has by no means reached tho
highest station 10 which his qualities entitle him.
The Bergen Senator has many friends In Passac
County who watch with interest the steadily rising
star OF his political fortunes"
Bergen County has often had reason to be proud
Of its representatives at Trenton and seldom have
those who have carried Bergen's standard into the
Senate failed TO nll the office with credit.
Mr. Johnson who Is first among our citizens and
a lawyer OF high standing and acknowledged abil-
ity, has fulfilled the expectations OF those who
sent him 10 the Senate halls
Questions u. Importance have been met by him
fairly and squarey, and had his advice been Needed
the late session the party 10 which he is affili-
ated might have avoided the sentence:
And what Is writ II writ.
Would II were worthier.
But II was not party that sent William NJ
Johnson to the State Senate, II was the people
and unless all signs fail those who voted for him
are perfectly satisfied 10 repeat the experiment.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16
Corset Covers.


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Drawers.
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Second noOr
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16
TO EXPLAIN THE NEW CHARTER.

William c. De Witt has accepted invitation
from the Brooklyn Democratic Club to explain the
charter of the Greater New-York. In Historical
Hall. Clinton and Pierrepont SITS. Thursday at
s:l5 p. The subject of taxation. the political
position Of Brooklyn and some of the impor-
an business and property interests of its citizens
are affected by the new charter and the situation
under the new conditions will be set forth by Mr.
DE VIII
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16

delphia; $50 p m conference; "A Working Chap
ter; addresses by G.. Harry Davis. of Philadelphia,
and John u. Faure. OF New-York City, and ques-
tion-box, opened by John w. Wood. general secre-
tary OF the Brotherhood 4:30 p. m, conference;
Bee. secon vice president of the Brotherhood;
p m, final meeting and adjournment; 1:30 p m,
closing service. with addresses The Kingdom
In the World" by the Right Rev. the Lord Bishop
OF Niagara and the Rev. J.. H. Schwab of New
York City; D. m, farewell meeting.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16

1t Meant Something.-"Now," said the fussy old
gentleman, putting one Of the biggest berries In his
mouth and picking up another. what IL the sense
OF having that sign read fresh strawberries for
sale? Don't you see that fresh strawberries
would be enough? Don't you suppose everybody
knows they for sale?'
81 dunno" answered the grocer. Some folks
TO think I'm glvn' them away" and then the
old gentleman put the berry back In the box.-tInd.
annapolis Journal
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1897-05-16
Gowns.

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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
A MAN OF GOD.

The funeral OF Rev. DR.. Houghton takes
place today from the Church of the Trans
figuration. of which for nearly 30 years he
has been the rector. This now large
Episcopal parish was organized by his la
bors in ls4s, and, long before it was made
famous as the Little Church Around the
Corner bv well-remem bered incident, II
had become distinguished as one of the
richest of the Episcopal parishes of the
town in its spiritual endowment and one
OF the most faithful in it's obedience to the
practical prccepts of Christianity.
When Dr. Houghton consented promptly
to perform the funeral services over the
dead body Of the actor and artist, George
Holland, be followed simply rule of his
ministry from first to last, and no one
could have teen more surprised than was
attention and applause. He simply diu
his duty as be saw II, without thought OF
popular opinion, and ms he did 10 always.
Dr. Huughton was a man OF great gentle.
ness, with countenance which shonc
with the radiance Of spirituality; but he
was also man Of uncompron,ising re-
ngious principle and conviction, from
which neither gloritication nor prosecu-
tion could have moved him as by a hairs
breadth II the whole town had cursed
tim ho would have done the same. for to
him it was duty imposed on him as q
minister OF God
Dr. Houghton's prime idea and purpose
In organizing the parish of the Trans
ieurstlon, as he explai ined.from the very
beginning, was to make 10 refuge and .
rest for the spiritually distressed and the
bodily afflicted Accordingly. II was
always ! Is aim tominister sustsnnnce and
consolation 10 the inhrm, both morally
and physically. In bis church doctrine
aud discipline ANA ordinance hc was un-
yielding. but bis Christian chprity was
unbound,d lie hated sin with the aver.
s'on or n character Gt absolute moral
parity, but the greater the sinner the
more he was drawn 20 him as n victim
/ needing his loving succor. The Sun.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
HEART AND CLOCK STOP.

Philip Wiser, aged 81, died Sunday
morning at 7:27 O'Clock. The time was
recorded by the clock, which for more
than twenty-five years has told the honr
of day to the Wiser family. The old
tlmepiece stopped ticking as the octoge-
marian breathed his last 1t was az incl
dent foretold by Wiser years ago.
'That clock is my friend" said he one
day. 81 have listened to its beat for these
many years, until now think its action
is in unison with the beats of my heart.
believe Its seemingly sympathetic move
ment will cease when die"
And so il came to pass. The very mo-
ment that the venerable man dropped of
the familiar "tick-tock" of the time
piece was heard no more. The pendulum
came to a standstill suddenly and without
apparent reason The clock was wound
the evening before by Wiser, and should
have run for eight days. When IL was
examined yesterday it was found to be In
good order. but the mem bers of the fam
lily will not again use it as timepiece.
They will keep it in memory of tn,
departed. st. Louis Republic.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
SUPERINTENDS HIS FUNERAL.

The much talked OF funeral sermon Of
the Rev. Mr.. Ireland over the Rev.
Frank Wiseman, was delivered at Vadis
(Harrison county, Church on Thursday.
Long before the time set for the opening
Of the service the valley was lined for
miles with vehicles OF every kind and
when the opening hour arrived il was not
possible To get within a quarter of n mile
of the building. The Rev. Mr.. Wiseman,
VINO conceived tho unique idea of attend
ing his own funeral in the. flesh, occupied
the front pew, surrounded by his family.
The service began by the singing of
Jesus, Lover of My Soul and "Rock
of Ages" F." which was followed 10y prayer
and the hymn, "Oh, Want to BE Like
Jesus" Mr.. Ireland's text was Matthew
VII. rs, 90, and his sermon proved one of
his ablest efforts. The service closed
with prayer and the hymn "Jesus Is
Mine.
After the benediction Mr.. Wseman and
his family entered behind the altar rail,
where they began shouting and praising
God, the audience in the meantime pass
ing around the church and shaking hands
with the "corpse. - Mr.. Wiseman was
then admonished by the Rev. Mr.. Doyle
TO live better life than ever before, as
the world would watch him closer than
ever and the congregation dispersed. -
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
THANKSGIVING DAY.

BY the President of the United States:
, In remem brsnce of Gods goodness to
us during the past year, which has been
so abundant, "let US offer unto Him our
thanksgiving and pay our vows TO the
Most High" Under Ills watcbful provi-
deuce industry has prospered. the con-
ditions OF labor have teen improved, the
rewards of the husbandman have been in
creased, and the comforts of our homes
multiplied. His mighty hand has preserv.
ed peace and protected the nation. Re-
spect tor law and order has been
strengthened, love of free institutions
cherished. and all sections OF our beloved
country brought into closer bonds of
fratsrnal regard and generous co-opera-
tion. For these great benefits IL is our
duty to praise the Lord in spirit of
humility ana gratitude and TO offer up
TO Him our most earnest applications
That we may acknowledge our oblfga-
tion as people TO Him who has so
graciously granted as the blessings of free
government and -mAtsrial prosperity l.
William Mckinley, President Of the
United States. do hereby designate and
set apart Thursday the 25th day OF No
vember. for National Thanksgiving and
prayer, which all of the people are in
vited TO observe with appropria religi-
Gus services In their respective places Of
worship. On this day Of rejoicing and
domestic reunion let our prayers ascend
to the Giver OF every good and perfect
gift for the continuance OF His love and
favor TO us, that our hearts may be filed
with charity and good will, and that we
may be ever worthy Of His bene1oient
concern.
In witness whereof, have hereunto set
my hand and caused the seal of tho
United States To be affixed. Done at the
city Of Washington this 29th day OF Octo-
ber. in the year of our Lord one thousand
eight hundred and ninety-seven. and Of
the independence of the United states
the one hundred and twenty second
WILLIAM MCKINLEY.
BY the President: JOHN SHERMAN.
Secretary of State.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
THE POINT OF VIEW.

What kind of laws and what order of
officials are there in Ohio? That state has
been making for itself an unenviable
reputation recently on account OF the
number of lynchings and open attempts
on the part Of mobs to kill persons sus-
pected OF crime without waiting for the
due process of law but the scenes reported
at the execution of Albert j. France In
the penItentiary Of Columbus easily excel
in point Of indecenoy, scandalous conduct
and outrageous depravity anything that
has been reported In recent years, ana
which can only be likened to the stories
OF orgies and revolving scenes which are
related as attending the public executions
at Tyburn. a century or more ago.
Baltimore sun.
1t is evident that Sir Wilfrid Laurier's
mission TO Washington was undertaken in
hopes OF securing something more than
settlement OF the Bsring Sea seal ques-
tion. Canada had other fish TO fry. She
desired to 1nd market for the surplus
coal or Nova Scotia and the lum ber. ban ley
potatoes and eggs OF the rest of the Do
minion. So Sir Wilfrid has said we will
talk over your pelagic seal grievance If
you will negotiate about giving US certain
concession for the exchange OF our farm
products. He proposed joint commission
10 hear testimony on the various subjects,
but without plenary powers. But 1t is
doubtful IL Uncle Sam will accept the in
yitation to walk into the parlor of the
willy Csnad ian premier. Chicago Post.
The trade balance in favor of US Is very
large and is likely to continue favorable
IN us for an indefinite period. Such con-
dtions make 1t impossible .for European
speculators to throw back upon our mar
kets large blocks of our securities in sea-
sons Of peril or to draw upon us for
millions of interest annually. These con-
ditions place this country in position OF
independence. For the first time In our
history il seems that we have sufficient
money TOR the prosecution of home en-.
terprises without borrowing abroad. In
fact, we have practically reached that in
dependence which il has been told us we
should occupy If we should change to a
silver basis. We have reached 1t on the
basis of the worlds money. Indianapolis
JournaI
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
271,s6o MILES ON A STREET CAR.

Mike Dooley, a 81 Louis car driver.
has travelled 27l. $50 miles i'm 81 years, all
on one street. Practically his entire work
ing life has been passed in this way.
Sixty days absence because OF sickness
constitutes the only interim In long.
monotonous career on the front platform.
For one other day he was laid off because
he was caught smoking cigar while ON
duty. He holds the record among the
street car drivers of the country for long
est unbroken service. lie has worked 1856
days in n year. and has averaged "a
miles day, or s67o miles year. His
hours have been sometimes all day and
sometimes all night. Just now he Is driv-
ing an FOWL" car, going on duty at mid
night. He likes his work. and wouldn't Z
exchange IL for that of any street car man
in ST. Louis. He has never received but
one price for his labor-s2 day. He has
therefore received from the Missouri Rail
way Company during 81 years the sum OF
s22. 600. lie has travelled far enough to
complete the circuit of the earth eleven
times and half st Louis Republic
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
DEATH NOTICE. S.

APPLEN-In this city, the, 2ist inst, Annie
b., wife OF Luoius Applen, aged "a years
Funeral private.
AUsTIN-In Warwick, the 22d inst, Henry
W. Austin, aged ~ years.
Funeral services Friday the 26th inst, at
IL M. from the Advent chapel, North Scitu-
ate. Relatives and friends are invited to at
tend. member OF Company B, Fourth
Regiment, Connections Volunteers. 2
ARNoLD.-In this city, 22d inst, Welcome c.
Arnold, aged 20 years.
Boston papers please copy.
BARBER-ln Knightsville, Il. l., on the Esd
inst, Henry Barber, aged 81 years.
Funeral from his late residence, on Friday,
Goth inst, at p. III.
HOWART-In Lonsdale, 23d inst, Agnes NJ
Howart, aged 70 years.
Funeral services at the residence OF George
Birchell, on the River road, Ihursday, at IL
o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited.
HEALY-In Attention, 23d inst, Sarah f..
Healy, aged 30 years.
Funeral from Attention Baptist church,
Thursday, 25th inst, at 10 o'clock n. N. Rel
atives and friends are invited to attend
Brrial at Perryville.
HEALY--In East Providence, 23d inst, Leroy
Earle son of Welcome Il. and Clara +.
Healy, aged years, months and IL days
Fnnersl from his PARENTS residence. Is
Mary avenue, Friday, 10Th inst, at o'clock
p. m. Relatives and friends are invited 10
attend Burial mt convenience OF family.
HowARTH-m Johnston. On the 23d inst.
Sarah. wife OF the late James Howarth,
aged IL years.
Boston papers please copy.
KERN-In Pawtuelet 2tst inst, Walter, son
OF Kasper and Elizabeth Kern, aged %
years month and II days.
MOFFITT-ln this city, on the 22d inst,
Grace f., daughter OF Walters. and Mar
tha NJ. Moiiitt. aged years, II months
and 4 days.
Funeral private.
sETCHELIr-fn this city, 2ist inst, Henry
IT,. infant son OF Charles X. and Lizzie j.
Setchell. aged months and days.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1897-11-24
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROV
IDENCE PLANTATIONS.
Thanksgiving Proclamation.
BY HIS RxcELLENcy ELISHA DYER

BY his ExCELLENCY ELISHA DYER.
In grateful acknowledgements 70 Almighty
God for all the blessings vouchsafed 10 the
nation and 10 the state during he past wear
and in accordance with the proclamation of
the President of the United States, ], ELISHA
DYER. Governor OF the State Of Rhode Island
and providence Plantations, do hereby APP
point
THURSDAY. THE TWENTY FIFTH DAY OF
NOVEMBER NEXT,
day OF
PUBLIC THANKSGIVING AND PRAISE
Following the pious custom of our fore.
fathers, let US upon that day abstain from
our usual avocations, assemble i'm our accus-
toned places OF worship. render humble and
hearty thanks for the innumerebls benefit ;
we have received. and i'm the exercise of
charity and loving kindness, endeavor 10
make the day one of actual Thanksgiving and
happiness 20 all sorts and conditions of men
within the borders Of our commonwealth.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, / have
hereunto set my hand and caused
the Seal of the State o. be affixed
at Providence, this sixth day of
November, in tho year of our Lord
IL s. one thousand eight hundred and
ninety seven. OF the founding OF
the State the two hundred and
sixty second and OF Independence
the one hundred and twenty
second
ELISHA DYER
By the Governor:
CHARLES r. BENNETT,
Secretary of State.