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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
PAXTON COMPANY,

1t is a matter of congratulation that
Wilmington Is to have the pleasure OF
welcoming Corse Payton's Big Stock
Company. 1t was first feared that Mr..
Payton'S Stock Company could net play
a full week in Wilmington, but hurried
cancellations and a readjustment of dates
brought about the desired effect, and
Payton's company, with its scenery, cleo.
trical and stage effects, high class vaude-
vile and up-to date novelties. will appear
at the Opera House for one week, COM
mencing Monday maGlneo in that strong
melo- drama '.On The Rappahannock," an
exciting play in which tho acts, specaltes
up. to-tlate illustrated songs and the late
war views will bo introduced.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Enbezzler ATTEMPTS Suicide.

Philadelphia, Dec. 23.-John Burgron,
aged 10 years, of Altoona. attempted
to commit suicide last night at de-
tectlve headquarters by shooting him
self In the head after arrest on the
charge Of stealing $40O. He was re-
moved to a hospital where his condi-
ton is reported to be serious. The
charge of theft was preferred against
him by Joseph Wertzberger, of AL
toora, the boys stepfather, and the
money was stolen several days ago.
Since then the detectives have been on
the lookout for him' Last night he
was about to take a train for Harris
burg when he was arrested. The at
tempted suicide followed
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Mysterious Murder in Shamok,p.

Shamokell. Pa, Dec. 23.-John Kar-
lask was fatally shot by an unknown
man yesterday while returning home
from the Girard collery, where he was
employed as foreman. Shortly before
his death Karlask said he knew of no
cause for the shooting. He was 3s
years old, and leaves widow and three
children. The murderer, who is de-
scribed as short stout man. wearing
a cap, fired five shots, three of which
took effect. He has not yet been cap
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Neall, Of the marine corps, who dis
tinguished himself during the battle of
Santiago by clambering out on the
muzzle of one Of the cruiser Brcoklyn's
big guns during a heavy fire and re-
moving a loaded shell which had be-
come fastened in the breech.
Speeches We're made by Governor
Hastings, Mayor Warwick and Gov
ernor-elect Stone.
The admiral, in accepting the gift.
thanked the people, and said: Let
me hope with you that in Gods provi-
dence it may never be drawn without
reason, but II it ever should be so
willed that it must be it will never be
sheathed except, in your greater honor"
The sword. scabhard and belt repre-
sent cost of $4,000. The blade is of
fine Damascus steel, appropriately EN-
gravcd, and the hit Is elaborately dec
GRATED with diamonds and other pre-
ciouS stones
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Bold Attempt ut Bank Robbery,

Cincinnati, Dec. 23-Three men at
tempted to steal a large amount Of
money at the German National bank,
Third and Walnut streets, at o'clock
yesterday afternoon. They came In at
the front door and walked directly to
the desk of Cashier Herzog. He was
counting the money after the close Of
business, and had large amount Of it
on the counter. One Of the men reach
ed through the window in the wire
screen and attempted to seize the pile
of greenbacks. The cashier struck him
on the hand, and the men, seeing that
their efforts were futile, ran out of the
bank.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
To Install the Officers.

The new officers Of the various Grand
Army posts will be installed at the first
meeting night in January.
Department Commander has appointed d
the following installing officers for Will
mington and New Castle: Peter H. Ay-
ars, Post No. 9, to install officers in Post
No. l, Daniel Ross, Post No to install
officers in Post No 2, Colonel w. B. Nor
ton. Post No. 23, to install In No. 4, d. b.
Bogla, of Post No. 2. to install in Post No.
13, Samuel Lewis of Post No. l, TO install
in Post No. %, J. S. Litzenberg Post No 2
to install in Post No. 6 OF Ssw Castle; r.
G. Buckingham. Post No 0. Newark, to
install in Post No. o.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
The Great Lakes, Marine Dlsosters

Chicago, Dec. 23.-Marine losses dur
Ing the4season of 1893 were much great
er than during any previous season on
the lakes. A general average places the
aggregate loss at s2,600,OOO Vessel
men protest that these figures are too
high. and say the insurance companies
have not lost heavily. In a list of $50
losses the causes assigned were as fol-
lows: Ashore, 1913; aground in protect
ed channels, 1875: fire, 40; collisions, 30;
ice. Is; storm, beaten, es; foundered, 8;
miscellaneous causes, 116. Lake Mich
igan has been the scene Of the greatest
number of serious losses, with Lake
Superior second.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
ADMIRAL SCHLEY'S SWORD.

Che Gift of Citizens Of Pennsylvania,
New Jersey and Delaware.
Philadelphia. Dec. 23.--Rear Admiral
Schley was last night the recipient of
a handsome and costly sword, scab-
bard and belt. presented to him in be-
half of the people Of this city and other
cities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and
Delaware who contributed to fund
established for the purpose. The cere-
mony took place in the Temple Baptist
church and Colonel A. X. Mcclure pre-
sided. The formal presentation was
made by Miss Rena MacNeall, the L.
yeac-old sister of Private Harry Mac
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Hammerers' Funeral,

The funeral of Turnkey Hammerer to-
morrow morning will be largely attended.
ihree fourths OF the police force under the
direction Of Chief Dolan and CaDtaius
hane and Chambers will attend. At a
meeting OF the police force last evening
suitable resolutions were adopted. The
police will send n star and key as floral
designs The first Regiment band Of six.
teen pieces will lead the police. High mass
VIII be celebrated In the Sacred Heart
Church The bayari Legion Democratic
club adopted resolutions upon tho death
OF their comrade. The different German
societies OF which he was u member will
attend the funeral In n body. 80
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
A Gentle Hint.

J. 4. MullIn and Sons, Sixth and Mar
ket, is the place to get your Christmas
gifts. Until Christmas, with every S. pur-
chase they givea nickel watch and cha in
to please the little follows, and with $50
purchase good composition watch and
chain to please the oIder people. The clio.
thing, furnishings, umbrellas, hats. etc. i,
are tho best In the town. The assortment
is tho largest Store open every evening
until Christmas until 10 o'clock.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
A Dangerous Ice Gorge,

Loraia Dec. 23.-One of the most
formidable Ice gorges which was ever
seen in Black river has been causing
trouble and danger for the past 48
hours. Each minute adds to the jeop-
ardy of millions of dollars worth of
vessel property in the harbor. The tug
Marinette has been splintered and
derrick scow disabled. The stern of
the steamer Mida has been smashed in.
Wednesday night the second gorge
broke and sent six of the large ore
vessels down stream. The Nickel Plate
railroad bridge will be demolished IL
another break occurs.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
hours The heavy rain helped to clear
away the fog and to-day there is general


honrs. Inc heavy rain helped to clear
away the fog and to-day there is q general
rush.
Skating caps and wool turbns, at Biggs.
Tbs funeral Of John Meaginson took
place this afternoon. Services were con-
Quoted by Rev. Il Irving Watkins in the
Nj Il. Church and interment was made In
the Presbyterian cemetery.
There are at least one hundred persons
in New Castle who are indisposed
Among those are Fred Ford. Mr., and Mrs
Edgar Grosb, Mr.. and Mrs John Sheri-
don, jefferson Downhain, Mrs. David
Lemon and child. David Brison.
Those who had the pleasure OF his ac-
quaintance were panied to learn of tho
death OF Louis HaInmerer, OF Whining
ton. The big genial policeman at times
the prisoners to the juil and
was u general favorite with all who knew
him.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

At Durstein's Is the place to get a nics
rs urtment OF Briar and Meerschaum
nipas. We expect some more linn smok-
Ing sets at 4 y. m, to-day, and a lot - tine
amber smokers In cases, We are II ng
box at s20O. Durstoin, s East Second
street and Mccall cigur store. Second and
Market streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

and John Phillip Sousa: "De Wolf
Hopper in Sousn's new opera "The Charla.
tan" is playing to tremendous business
on the road. In Montreal his week was to
the largest receipts tho house has ever en-
joyed, with one exception, that of John
Hare, two years ago, and he playsa re-
turn engagement tLero In March. In
Washington he appeared to the largest
receipts he has ever enjoyed in that city,
either In Wang or 'El CAPTAIN opening
to $3.50 and finishing the week with SlO,-
7s5 to his credit. In Baltimore his receipts
were also larger than for any previous en-
gagemsnt in that city 1t would soem
then that 'The Chariatan' was proving
even a creator success than the popular
"El CAPTAIN" which proceeded it. Mr..
Hopper will be seen in "The Charlatan"
at the Opera House on Saturday night.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
items FROM
NEW CASTLE.
Correspondence of the REPUBLICAN,.
~ December 22 1898.

Decorators are at work in the different
| churches for the purpose OF having the
interior of tho churches In becoming trim
| ior the Christmas day service The
masses in st. Petar's church will be at
| $50, 730 and . o'clock.
AtSt Peters Church the frat Mass
will begin at $50 a. Ill.,, and the following
program of music has been arranged by
Miss Pauline H. Rogers.
Hymn, Sing Heavens!"
"Mass in Bb'' Brown
Offertory, ave Verun" ......... Millard
"Veni Creator. p. II. Rogers
Same music repeated at second Mass at
1870 a. III.
EVENING.
"Vespers in T'................W Wiegand
20 Salutaris'. s'.................... Rosewig
"rantum Ergo" Wiegand
1st and End violins played by James
McPiko and Johu Atkinson will accom-
pany the voices.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
Special music will be sung in the Pres
byterian Church and sermons appropriate
to the dny will bo preached morning aud
evening by tho pastor Tho following SO.
lecLtons will be sung:
MORNING.
Anthem, "SingO Heaven" Emerson.
Anthem, "Hark! What Celestial Sounds
Herbert.
"Hark the Herald Angels Sing"
"Hark.t the glad Sound the Saviour Comes"
"On, Come All Ye Faithful"
EVENING.
Anthem, I'm the Beginning" Perkins
"Joy to the World The Lord ia Come
"While Shepherds Watched Their FlOCks |
By Night"
"Oh. Christ Our True and Only Light"
In the Presbyterian Sunday school this
evening the Christmas entertainment will
be held The Christmas carols viii be
sung by Emmanuel Church Sunday school
Tomorrow evening and the Christmas
treat will 10 given 10 the children Oh next
Wednesday. Holy Innocents Day.
Newest things in collars and cuffs.
Biggs.
Few persons at New Castle remember
similar weather to the present. There
have been times when the fog was heavy
for days but usually 1t would lift a few
hours daily. Such was not the cnse this
time and IN consequence thereof there are
nearly one hundred vessels of all classes {
between here and the Breakwntcr. Yes
terday afternoon u couple of Tugs with :
tows of barges attempted to pass out.
For hours there was general din kept
up of whistles and bells ringing. The {
Major Reybold tied up for couple Of
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
P1ttsburg's Light and Heat Combine,

Pittsburg, Dec. 23.-The gigantic con-
solidation of the local gas. light and
heating companies was consummated
yesterday. The capital invested ex-
ceeds $26.0O0,0OO One company will in
the future control the gas. light and
heating supply of Pittsburg and Allie
gheny, and Will have absolute power
to make, raise or lower the price to all
consumers. The deal has been pending
for some time. Those said to be prin-
clpally interested are Senators Magee
and Flynn, Judge J. Fl. Reed, John r.
Mckinley, M. X. McMullin, George
Westinghouse, of Pittsburg, and Brown
BrOt hers of New York
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Campbell VIII Go to Cubo.

Savannah, Ga, Dec 23.-Colonel J.
H. Campbell, of the Ninth Illinois regi-
ment of volunteers, and who repre-
sents the Twentieth Illinois district in
congress, announced today that he is
going to Cuba with his regiment re-
gardless of what congress may do In
reference to his right to retain his seat
In the house and at the same time hold
commission in the army. Colonel
Campbell's regiment will go to Cuba
within the next ten days.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Thfrteen-Year-Old Murderer.

Chicago, Dec. 23.-Thomas Crosby,
the 13-year-old son of Mrs. Margaret
Grossly, wealthy widow living in
EdgeWater, suburb of Chicago, shot
and instantly killed Deputy Sheriff
Frank Nye yesterday while Nye was
attempting to serve a writ of restitu-
tion. The writ was based on mort
gage for 100000, which had been fore
closed on the Crosby homestead The
offlcer was warned by the boy not to
attempt to enter the house, but disre-
garded the threat. The boy said he
had been instructed to shoot any one
who attempted to enter the house.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
For Healthy Holidays.

Order Jared new milk, pure cream.
Wholesome ice cream and fresh dairy pro
ducts from G. Il. Toppin, manager ID. Il.
ID. f., West street and Del. Ave- Phone.
hNb
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
BuckDen's .Arnica SaIye,

Tho Best Snlve in the world for Cuts
Bruises, sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chnppet! Hands, Chilblaius
Corns, and ali Skin Eruptions and posi-
tivoly cures Piles or No pay required. 1t
is guarant eed to give perfect satisrao tion
vi money refunded. Price !5 csn.s psr
box. For sale by N. B. Danforth.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
The Massachusetts, Iniurfas Serfoua

''''''0'eF HJUKIoS ocTTOISs
New York, Dec. 23.-The examination
OF the battleship Massachusetts dis
closed three large dents in the port
side Of the vessel forward. One of the
officials told a reporter that the in
juries were much more serious than
mad been anticipated. The three plates,
he said, would have to be removed and
replaced with new ones. It was his
opinion that the vessel would have to
be put out of commission for the pres
ent
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Soft paper shell almonds 3lbs. 70 cents.
butter nuts lbs. 35 cents, pecan nuts 3ibs.
80 cents, hazel nuts 3lbs. 35 cents, English
walnu,s 3lbs. 40 cents. All kinds OF fruit.
Extra fine grapes, apples, oranges, Also
fine lineof Christmas candles 10 and Is
cents q pound. John Bros. Corner Fifth
and King streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

The Hobson kiss Is all the rage, so Is
Hartman and Fehrenbach's new brand of
Muenchener beer now on sale at all first
class saloons.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
SpeCtacles Sold on InstaIments.

Something that will fill long felt want
ID Hartman and Fohrvnbach's new brand
OF Muenlhener beer now on sale.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Deputy Coroner Chandler Will hold an
inquest this evening on the victims OF the
DUPONT Powder Explosion.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

- Dr. Bulls Cough syru? has Been Sold
for over fifty years and is still the most
popular medicine for throat and lung
trOnbe
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Canary Birds,

W" ssll gold silver and aluminium
spectacles on weekly payments. Eyes ex-
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Canary Birds,

For a flre singing canary go to Pye's
Bird Store I'll West Eighth street. Also
cages, dogs, pets and foods
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
BURLESQUE AT THE BIJOb,

Langs Operatlc Bur!esque comes to the
Bijou thea; 70 for two performances only.
Christmas matinee and night and this
will be the only opportunity Of tho pre-:
sent season of seeing this really meri tori
Gus coipbina ion.
The company isa large one, mum boring
thirty people and the costumes and
scenery employed in the two burles oue ;,re
the most elaborate usually soen in like
productions.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
New Use For Niagara Falls,

Pittsburg, Dec. 23.-The Miller Elec-
eric Construction company, of Pitts
burg has invented a new plan to
utilize the power Of Niagara Falls and
1t is expected work will begin the first
OF the year. necessitating the expendi-
fure of about 100000. 1t is proposed to
erect large building close to the
salls it being kept in place by anchors
and heavy iron cables. With a series
sf contrivances II Is expected to utilize
all the force Of the falling water. Elec-
Arical fluid is to be transported by con-
QUITS and heavy wire to distant points,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

For District of Columbia, eastern
Pennsylvania, New Jerssy, Delaware.
Maryland and Virginia: Fair: colder;
fresh to brisk pogthwesterly winds,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Red and Green Trading stamps cheer
fully given at NJ. Monaghan's, =. w. Cor.
4th and Madison streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

:. Something that will fill n long felt want
is Hartman and Fehrenbach's new brand
Of Muenchener beer now on sale.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Drink Hartman and Fehrenbacl s
Muenchener beer. This Is not medicine.
but better as 1t is tonic. Can be found
OH tap at all leading saloons, a..
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
ulIIlN Iva kKIIIIvXIt FOR Choler
nEIffRN uWVIINNE 1nfantum
uIVVj LIZ v nUVUIelE Teethng
lin
The Fish Market.

Powell has Oh his stalls in the Third
street market fine lot OF butter fish, cod
fish, catfish. white fish, founders, trout
nd other varieties of the finny tribe
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Fruits of all Kinds.

Mono better. This is the praise bestowed
OIL Hartman and Fehrenbach's brand of
Muenchener beer, now OH sale.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

None better This is the praise bestowed
on Hartman and Fehrenbach's brand al
Muenohener beer, now OH sale.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
For Ladies' Only,

Simms Compound Pennroyyal Pill .
The Indies remedy. BY nll druggists. 81 q
box by null. Depot tU6 King street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Drink Hartman aud Fehrenbachs
Musnchener beer. This Is not medicine.
but better as 1t Is tonic. Can be found
Oh tap at ali leading saloons.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
A New Man,

a now map will be placed In The Street
and Sewer Department.. which will oon-
tain vaalbe Information regarding the
streets of the city ~
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
WHAT IS SHILOH?

Aprand old remedy fo- Cough Colds and
Consumption; used through the world for half
acentury, has cured innumcr:lble cases Of in.
cipient consum ption and relieved many in adj
vanccd stages, II you are not satisfied with
25e, .b0c and 81.
Sold by N. B. Danrorth, Second and Market
streets
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Something that will fill long felt want
is Hartman and Fehrenbach's new, brand
Of Muenchener beer now on sale.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

BAD hEAKT. COULD Npr LIE DOWN
tn lie down In my bed for eighteen months,
owing to smotherins spells caused by heart
disease. One bottle of DR.. Agnew's Cure
for the Heart removed the trouble and to-
day am as well as ever I was."-L. W.
Law, Toronto Junction. This Ia but one Of
a thousand such testimonies to the merits Of
this great cpre.-80.
For sale by Y. James Belt, Sixth and
Market and N. B. Danforth Second and
Market streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Secretary Hitchcock's Home Coming,

Washington, Dec. 23.-Secretary Bliss
stated today that Mr. Hitchcock, his
successor in the cabinet, would sail for
this country on Jan. 6, and that the
change of office would take place Just
prior to Feb, /,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

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None better This is the praise bestowed
on Hartman and Fehrenbach's brand Of
Mnenchener beer now on snle
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

The Hobson kiss Is all the rage SO :is
Hartman and Fehrsnbach's new brand 1T
Muenchener beer now on sale at all ir t
class saloons.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

The Hobson kiss la all the rage, SO il
Hartman and Fehrenbach's lew brand of
Muenchenor beer now on sale at all first
class SuloOus.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup Cures Group
DOn's risk the children's lie but keep this
wonderful remedy on hand. Price 25 cts.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23
Fine Christmas Presents.

The last shance to get one Of Stewards
Fine OIL pAlntings at Carvmell's, 9th and
Madison streets,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Fine singing canary birds. Pyle's sll
West Eighth street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-23

Pictures, II < Ord street. Yerger's.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-05-18

Chairman Fountain said he put Pitt
county down irregular" at the request
Of a delegate from Pitt, but haVlns
heard the statement he desired to WIN
draw the charge of irregularity.
Fowler's motion for each Congressman
district to retire and select a member OF
committee on credentials, on Platforms
nermanent organization, and wee
nresidcnt from each district, was rNanl-
morsly adopted, and the convention took
> recess until that work could be done
The committees were appointed as fol
lows: