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The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
ASSASSINS PROVED
 TO BE SMALL BOYS
RICHARD GARNET ATTACKED
 WITH A TORPEDO.
Piedmont's Mystery on Investigation Ends in Verdict Satisfactory
 to All.

OAKLAND, June 22 - The shooting mystery of last Saturday evening, when Richard Garnett thought he was made the target of a burglars bullet, was entirely cleared up tonight at an investigation held by the Chief of Police in his office. There was not bullet fired, and the in- nccent cause of the great scare was two young boys, a dog, a tin can and two torpedoes.
 MT. Garnett is a wealthy resident of Piedmont, and resides at Perry and Yer non streets. AS he was retiring on Satur- day night he heard shot in his back yard, and his watchdog was barking fiercely He reported to the police that he went to the back door and there was another shot fired. Garnett reached for his pistol, and as he did so he saw a tall man clear the rear fence at bound and the assassin or burglar was instantly lost in the darkness. Such was the report to the police.
 Detective Holland was put to work on the case and reported that there was nothing in 1t. Deputy Constable Hitch cock, who is on duty in that neighbor- hood, ran down the mystery.
 Hitchcock was particularly interested in the case, as somehow or other the rumor was passed around that he had been do- ing some promiscuous shooting in the neighborhood he found the culprits.
 Tonight Chief Fletcher had all the witnesses in his office. Two lads, named Leland Garfield and Ernest Coffin, testi- fled that they were out with some tor pedoes on Saturday night, and that as Garnett's dog was barking loudly they threw tin can at him. A little later they threw a couple of torpedoes at the ami nal and went home The Chief has no doubt the boys told the truth and is con- vinced that no bullets were fired and that Deputy Sheriff Hitchcock was not with in a mile of the place when the boys ex- ploded the torpedoes. The affair ere ated sensation around Piedmont, as it is a locality of large residences and little police protection.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23

M II ne team was scheduled to play In Sac ldnuenlo. A manager, I always thought, altnough l might be mistaken, is sup or things; attend to the transportation or I lhe club:; see that they are all at the QSepot, tS and above all, be with them during To4 1its contest. Well, neither Bunker nor Conroth was in Sacramento last Sunday when their club was ingloriously defeated. A MT: Gleason took charge of affairs. I met nm Saturday evening dashing around town preparatory to his departure. i've got to take the team to Sacramento. qon know where half the players are to De found, and if some one does not give me some tickets I'll not go up." What is the matter with Coffroth or Bunker? Why don' they attend to the affairs of the ciunE G 'Oh' replied Jack, Jim (meaning So SIonroth) went to a picnic and Bunker doesn't care whether the team goes up or not 4 so long as Stroeker plays right field"
 Inls IS Just an illustration of how this team IS managed. And remember, we are are trying to place it on the same footing over which it held such glorious sway some few years ago. The progress we are making is aStoniShing-I don't think Baseball never will be revived until clubs are properly equipped in the matter of arrangement and until they play baseball. There are few clubs in the league work ing hard and earnestly to make this new venture a success, but if the team rep resenting the greatest ball city in the West does not cooperate their efforts
 
 It really is a shame that such a state of affairs is permitted to exist without even a protest from the league board. The crowds at Recreation Park have increased tenfold since the opening of the consoli- dated clubs. Many of the old standbys- those who have not witnessed a game in years-were conspicuous at last Sundays game, and will continue to be so if given average baseball and a good team to root for: This can be done by Messrs. Bunker and Coffroth casting aside petty fancies, which are a detriment to the clubs sue cess They can, by little discretion. make their team one of the best in the league. The material is there; all it needs IS proper assortment and strict attention. Those players who, after fair and i'm partial trial, have demonstrated their in- ability to play fast enough should be done away with and new ones substituted The team should be made to practice, and in this way have an opportunity of doing themselves justice when in the game. The managers should also open their pockets and spend few dollars. Without doubt their love for the mighty dollar is hor- rifying.
 Do you know why ''Yorick' Egan, very good player, was released? Because Cof- froth and Bunker, between them, could not afford to pay him $5 a week. Me Gucken of San Jose could, and McGucken does not run sausage factory. Some body must separate himself from few dollars, or this league will be termed the 'neVerWaSer.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
WAS SHORT OF PROVISIONS.
Arrival of the Schooner Saga With
 Klondikers From Barbadoes.

The American schooner Saga arrived from Barbadoes yesterday en route for Victoria, B. c. She has thirty-seven men, women and children aboard, and put in here for provisions. The entire party Is headed for the gold fields, but the chances are that the women and children will be left behind in British Columbia. The voyage was an unevent- ful one, the only stop being at Rio de Ja- neiro for water and provisions.
 The steamer Columbia while docking at Spear street yesterday stuck in the mud, and it was some time before she could be got alongside the wharf. As soon as she goes out a dredger will be put to work making a channel to the dock
 The l65 gold hunters who have taken passage on the steamer Dirigo for Daw- son were disappointed again yesterday The vessel was to have got away at 4 p. m., but. owing to the machinery of the river steamer City of Dawson not being in working order, the sailing was postponed until to-day. The City of Dawson is to be lowed up by the Dirigo, and when everything was thought to be ready for a start her machinery was found to be out of order She was tried yesterday and another defect found. The engineers now say that they will have her ready to go to-day
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
CONGRESS OF WOMEN.
Fourth Biennial Gathering of the
 General Federation.

DENVER, June 22.-The most notable gathering of women ever held in the countrywide fourth biennial convention of the General Federation of Women's Clubs opened to-day in the Broadway Theater. After an invocation by Rev. Celia Parker Woolley of Chicago, addresses of welcome were given by Ava Adams, Governor of Colorado; T. $. McMurray Mayor of Den yer; Mrs. M. D. Thatcher president of the Colorado Federation, and Mrs. Sarah Platt, president of the Denver Woman S Clubs. The response by Mrs. Henrotin was warmly applauded; In a touching and effective manner she expressed her appreciation of her reception.
 The report of the corresponding secre- tary, Mrs. Philip Moore of St. Louis, was interesting. The federation now includes 595 clubs, with a membership of 60000, and thirty State federations, made up. of 2lO0 clubs, with a membership of 10000. Talk ing out the duplicate memberships, it leaves 16O,O00 women in the country pledged to the motto, Unity in Divers fty." There is an honorary membership of tWentV-One
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
A Female Socialist Agitator.

Liberty branch, Socialist Labor party introduced a novelty at it's regular propa- ganda meeting last night in the form of woman orator-Mrs. R. s. Lillie-who spoke on Ideals of Socialism She in- troduced her speech with the usual ex- pression that the present social system is all wrong and that the laboring classes are downtrodden and that the day is not far distant when there will be a tremen- dous social revolution. placing all on a common level. Her ideal of socialism she expressed as simple justice and ar gued that if justice were truly meted out all labor would be alike honorable; the many would not be forced to toll to SUD- port the few, and want and it's conse- quent evils would be banished forever.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
DOGS OF GREAT SPEED.
High-C Glass Flyers to Course for Big
 Money at Union Park.


 Coursing is one of the great outdoor sports that Is moving rapidly to the front and. according to the increased purses and the large number of hounds that are being entered weekly for the Union Cours- ing Park meetings, it is probable that in the near future three days instead of two will be absolutely necessary in which to run off the stakes.
 Eighty-seven dogs were entered last evening for Saturdays and Sunday $ coursing at Union Park and among the number there are the pick of the State:
 Puppy stake-Entries. S2 total of money vs. Bartell Bros Max Melody; Larkey $. Rocks Minerva vs. T. E. Loveady's Meta; J. T: Wehmeyer's One Spot vs John Egan's Billy Gladstone; E. V. Sullivan's Black Lock ys. J. A. Watsons Miss Skyrocket Bartell Bros Bull Hill vs James o Briens Admiral Dewey; J. Anthony's Statesman vs. J. J. Edmond s Morning Glory; O. H. Hoag Jr.s Obadiah vs. B. & $. Kennels Beauty Spot; R. c. Scott s Daisy Dean vs. G. Sharmans Wait Little; Baldwin's Brutus; B., & s; Kennels Belle of Seville vs. E. V. Sullivan's Sunburst: E. V. Sullivan's Golden Russet vs c: H. Burfend S Royal Prize; Pasha Kennels Robin Adair vs, B. Dougherty's Heather Dell; B. V. Sullivan Flyawayo ys J. A; Watson's Sky Queen; Pnss ets ersev lS suHans sS Maid of Erin Erin vs. Larkey & Rocks Liberty Bell I. F. Hal tons Tic-Tac vs. Pasha Kennels Rich and Art less.
 All-Age stake-5s dogs; total prize money. s647 50. Entries: T. J. Cronins Magnet vs. J. O'Dowd's Clifton Lass; s. E. Portals Gallagher vs. D. Hooper's Koolawn; T. J. Cronin 8 Thornhill vs. R. c. Scott's Mystery: S. E. Portals Our Boy Larkey & Rocks Hercu- les: L. Austin's Douglas vs. Frank Nune' s Menlo; D. J. Healey's Rusty Gold vs. J. H. Smiths Bendigo: F. Jones' Do Me vs A. vanderwhite's May Daisy; Pierce & Sullvans Santa Bella vs. F. Moran's Van Kirk; John Kerrigan's Lady Blanche vs. F. Murphy's Gilt Edge; Curtis & Sons Miller's Maid Curtis & Sons Vanity Fair; Pasha Kennels Alameda F. V. Sullivan's False Flatterer; Larkey & Rocks Myrtle vs. D. J. Healeys Wave; S. E. Portals Laurelwood vs. George Whitney s Theron; F. Jones' Little Hope vs. B. Dough erty's Tessie Fair; T. McEldoney's The Cos soon vs. D. Hooper's Bend Along J. Tracey s Jessie vs. Pembrook Kennels Terrona; Pasha Kennels Metallic vs. R. B. Rays Eclipse; E. " Sullivans Right Bower vs. Curtis & Son 8 Lady Campbell; Curtis & Sons Rosette vs. E.. V. Sullivan's Skyball; E. V. Sulliyan's Jesse Moore vs. William Coffey's Sailor L. Austin 8 Glenstone vs. Lowe Thompson's Prince of Fashion; J. J. Warrens Sweet Lips vs. M. J. Dougherty's Peaceful Glen; John Perrigo' S Chile Pepper vs. Pierce & Sullivan's Jessie Maid: F. Scott's Lord Byron vs R. c. Scott S Dr. Norman F. V. Sullivan's Blackstone vs. s. E. Portals Lightning; R. W. Masticks Bor- der Valentine Curtis & Sons Commodore; F. Sullivan's Hicks vs R. B. Rays Sylvia; D. Winders' Arno vs. A. Harder's Key Alfonso
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
THE TOBACCO TAX.
Additional Instructions Received by the Collector of Internal Rev.
 enue for the First District.

Internal Revenue Collector Lynch yes terday received the following letter from the Internal Revenue Commissioner at Washington:
 You are advised that manufacturers of tobacco and snuff having on hand pack ages of two, three and four ounces packed prior to June II, the day the new law went into effect abolishing packages of those denominations, whether stamped or un- stamped. may be permitted to remove the same from the factory upon payment of ply only to stock on hand at that time. On such two, three and four ounce un- stamped packages there will be affixed stamps of those denominations imprinted issue of 1S9S,' as heretofore instructed and these stamps will be sold to manu- lecturers at the new rate of tax On such two, three and four ounce packages to which has been already affixed stamps. ar the old rate of tax, collect difference be- tween the old and new rate"
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
MIDWEEK THEATRICAL NOTES

At the Columbia the Frawley company is giving an excellent production of Bron- son Towards comedy drama, "Aristoc- racy," the leading roles being given intel ligent and pleasing interpretation by Theodore Roberts, Edward Bell. Made line Bouton, Cora Tinnie and others. On Monday night next the Frawleys will pro- duce for the first time in this city Briga- dier General Charles Kings military representation of life in a Western gar riSon.
 The Passion Play is at the present time drawing larger audiences than 1t has at any time during the past seven weeks it has been on exhibition in this city, The drama is given every afternoon and even inC at the Baldwin Theater.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
PRINCESS VICTORIA
 TO WED JOHN BARRING
Now the Formal Betrothal Is Await ing the Approval of the
 Queen

LONDON, June 22.-The newspapers to- day announce the probable engagement of Princess Victoria of Wales to John Bar ing, Baron Revelstoke. The formal be- trothal is awaiting the approval of Queen Victoria.
 Princess Victoria Alexandra Olga Mary is the second daughter of the Prince of Revelstoke is the second of that title, his father, Edward Charles Barring, head of the mercantile firm of Barring Brothers & Co.,. having been elevated to the peerage as Baron Revelstoke in 1885. The present Lord Revelstoke, who succeeded to the title and to the responsibilities as the head of the Earrings Banking Company in 1S97 is 34 years old.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
STOLE FROM HIS EMPLOYERS. A Porter Accused of Getting Away
 With Large Quantity of Paint.

w. w. Whyters, who was employed by Whittier, Fuller & Co. for some time in the capacity of porter, was arrested yes terday on a warrant by Detective Eagan and lodged intthe City Prison pending ex- animation. It is claimed that the pris- oner, in collision with other employees in the establishment, has during the past few months got away with paints and oils to the value of $500.
 The continued losses occasioned by the repeated thefts aroused the suspicion of the firm, and the matter was placed in the hands of the police. Their efforts to To- cate the leak were fruitless, but suspicion was laid on Whyters and a few others The result was that warrant was sworn to which led to his arrest. It is expected that further warrants will be sworn to to- day for outsiders who received the stolen stuff
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
WAR CUSTOM TARIFFS.
Owners of Vessels and Shippers of Tea Will Subscribe to the Ex-
 penses of the War.

A portion of the war tax will be col lected by the Collector of the Port Col lector Jackson received yesterday a letter from the Secretary of the Treasury ad- vising him as to the portion of the war tax collectible by him. The following is a summary:
 Tea, all qualities, 10 cents per pound
 Bills of lading, l cent.
 Contracts for charters of ships. steamer or sail, not exceeding 300 tons, B; between 300 and 500 tons, $5; exceeding 500 tons, $1O.
 Manifest for custom-houSe entry or clearance of the cargo of any ship, etc, for foreign port, not exceeding tonnage of 300, $1; not exceeding 600 tons, 8; ex- ceeding 500 tons, S5.
 Passage tickets to 3 a foreign port, if costing not exceeding 80, $l; costing more than 80 and not exceeding $60, B; cost ing more than $50, $5.
 The foregoing stamp duties shall not apply to steamboats or other vessels ply ing between ports of the United States and ports in British North America.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Fourth of July Celebration.

The executive committee of the Fourth of July committee met last night to dis cuss plans and arrangements for the coming celebration.
 The grand marshal reported that there would be fully 12000 of the regular and volunteer soldiers in the parade, in addi- ton to school children and representa- tives from civic societies
 The fireworks committeee announced that contract had been entered into for at a cost not to exceed $500.
 The regatta committee reported that arrangements had been made for an aquatic entertainment on July g. Medals and cash prizes, amounting to $340, will be distributed among the successful com petitorS in the several events.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
THE CHARGES APPROVED. State Board of Railway Commission CTS Allow Valley Road Rates.

The State Board of Railway Commis- sioners met yesterday afternoon to con- slider the rates fixed by the Valley Rail- road for the transportation of grain from the various points along the road and passenger rates to and from Fresno. Much discussion ana searching Of the were satisfactorily settled. It was dis covered that the rates fixed Dy the Val ley road were less than those fixed by The unanimous approval of the Commis- sioners present followed, and the Valley road rates were allowed to stand as de- termined.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Haynes Must Pay His Lawyers.

Judge Bahrs gave Judgment yesterday in favor of Attorneys J. N. B. Wilson and Edwin M. Sweeney and against The odore Park Haynes, the slayer of Police Lieutenant Burke. for s1920, the amount claimed by the lawyers as their fee earned in his defense. summons was served on Haynes in the County Jail, but he allowed the case to go by default, and in consequence the court had no op- tion but to award Judgment as prayed for.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Alcazar Theater.

When "A Celebrated Case" which holds the boards at the Alcazar Gts second week. closes Sunday evening Mr. Morri- son will begin his sixth week at that four acts entitled Frederick the Great !" MT. Morrison will interpret the life of Frederick and his support will comprise the combined strength of the Alcazar cOrnnanV.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
The Tiyoli.

The successful operatic burlesque, Ali Baba, or Cassim and the Forty Thieves D with its wealth of beautiful scenery and costumes, graceful dances, good music, topical songs and hits, will be played only this week at the Tivoli Opera house. Among the specialties that have won ia vor is the novel musical act of Tony Ryan the msd d,r[q musfcian af 7s the tabeau Yankee Doodle Boys" by Miss Hall, MT. Stevens, MT. Henri and MT. Kavanagh. Next week an elaborate revival of Won Suppes beautiful comic opera, "Boccac- cio' will be given.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Violating the Fire Ordinance.

T. B. Maxwell, a capitalist was con- victed by Judge Low yesterday of violat- ing the fire ordinance, but at the request of his attorney sentence was postponed till to-day, as he desired to cite authori- ties to prove that the defendant was within his rights. The defendant erected ner of Market street and City HalI ave nue for advertising purposes, but did not
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23

ing bogus lottery tickets and obtaining money from purchasers of the tickets
 on the pretext that they had drawn a prize. He takes them to an office down. town, where a confederate, on payment
 of $10, gives them an order for the prize, which is repudiated on presentation at the office of the genuine lottery com
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Elected a Business Agent.

At a meeting of the local carpenters union Harry M. Saunders was unani- mously reelected as business agent fol the next term. MT. Saunders has al ready held this office for some years and the confidence his fellow-workmen have of his ability was shown by the fact that there was no opposition
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
The Orpheum.

The bill at the Orpheum this week is above the usual high average. Among the specially good things are Tim Murphy in his limitations of famous actors, the Judges, sensational acrobats, and the -Four Cohans," with their sketch includ- popular acts of last week are retained.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Morosco's.

The excellent production of "After Dark" at Moroscos is drawing good houses. It IS handsonmely staged, and the play a very entertaining one.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Delegates to the Mining Congress.

Mayor Phelan yesterday announced that he had appointed the following dele gates to the International Mining Con gress to be held next month at Salt Lake City: ]. J. Crawford, J. F. Hal loran, B. T. Lacy and John Daggett.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
The Chutes.

The Chutes are reaping rich harvest
 these pleasant days. Aside from Cannon. the biggest man on earth, there are many attractions including good vaudeville show in the free theater.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Police Officers Fined.

At meeting of the Police Commission CTS last night Officers J. Kelly and George w. Meyer were fined $50 and $10 respect lively, for neglect of duty.
The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23

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The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23

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The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
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The San Francisco call., 1898-06-23
Bogus Lottery Men at Work.

The police have been notified of the operations of man who has been sell
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