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The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
OTHERWISE UNNOTICED.

Mormonism is said to be making big strides in Texas.
 4 desperate attempt at a wholesale killing was nnde at a barbecue at Morse Mill, Mo.
 Many entertainments are being pro- vided for visitors in Cincinnati during the q. A. R. encampment.
 The queen of Denmark is suffering with dropsy. The disease is extending, and her condition is serious.
 Fish dealers in Illinois are being ar rested for selling fish below the size authorized by the state law
 Friends are trying to induce Gov. Stephens of Missouri to pardon Sam Wilson, the lone train robber.
 The coming carnival of the Yelled Prophet, at St. Louis, will be on an un- paralleled scale of magnifcence.
 There was no disturbance in Pana, H., Sunday. Several shots were fired in the vicinity of the mines, but no one was injured.
 The steamer South Portland, with S200, GOO in treasure and 15o Klondilters,
 
 Wash, from St. Michael.
 Mercer Davis, of Bloomington, III. |, grandson of the late David Davis, was accidentally shot while out hunting and probably fatally injured.
 The Missouri Good Roads association will meet in St. Louis shortly and pre- pare a bill to be presented to the legis. lature providing for better highways. Bloomington QlL) merchants have protested against cheap excursions being run into Chicago on the grounds that they take money out of the town. A Sedalia (Mo) man who has re- turned from the Klondike reports that there are many men who are unable to return. He pronounees the wealth a failure.
 The Spanish flag still waves at San Juan, Porto Rico Gen. Brooke is ex- pected daily to arrive from the Amer ican lines, but he has not yet put in an appearance.
 United States secret service officers arrested J. II. McQuirk and James Covin, alias Capoiton, at Texarkana, Ark, and captured S3,6lO in counter felt S10 silver certificates.
 The auxiliary cruisers St. Louis and St. Paul were so badly defaced by the troops recently transported thereon that almost all of the beautiful wood- work will have to be replaced by the government.
 Senor Iglesias, editor of the Madrid El Pais, has been condemned to two years and four months imprisonment, and also to pay fine, for publishing an article, two months ago, attacking Senor Castelar,.
 The Havana newspapers have ceased their attacks against the Americans, and most of the Spanish residents of the city fondly hope that annexation will be their f&te, instead of an inde- pendent government dominated by the Cubans.
 Emperor Nicolas unveiled the monu- ment to Czar Alexander IL at Moscow, Sunday, in the presence of the czarina, the queen of the Hellenes, the cabinet ministers, the German and Austrian ambassadors, deputations from all the land and naval forces of Russia and the Austrian Uhian regim ent.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Gen. Merritt Going to Paris-No Agree
 ment with Aguinaldo.

Manila, Aug. go. 29.-Steamers are en- tering the river as usual. The Ameri- cans are temporarily maintaining the former Spanish tariff
 Gen. Merritt will sail on the steam ship China on Tuesday on his way to Paris to attend the sessions of the peace conference.
 No agreement has yet been reached with Aguinaldo upon any subject, all though circumstantial rumors are cur rent that everything has been settled to the mutual satisfaction of those con- cerned
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
MUSTER-OUT ORDERS.
tions for Which Muster-out Orders Have Been Issued,

Washington, Aug. 30. o.-The follow. ing troops have been ordered mustered out:
 Ninth Massachusetts, from Middle town, Pa, to South Birmingham, Mass, where they will be mustered out; Seventh Illinois, from Middle town to Springfield; First Illinois, Lexington, Ky, to Springfeld; Fifth Illinois, Lexington to Springfield; SiXty-ffth New York, from Camp Alger to Buffalo; Fifth Ohio, from Fernan- dina, Fla, to Columbus, O.; First Wis consin, from Jacksonville to Camp Douglas, Wis; Third United States volunteer cavalry (Grigsby's), at Chcl1- amauga; Fourth Texas, at Austin, Tex
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
FAMINE IN RUSSIA.
Even the Wealthy are Suffering in the Districts Affected, Because the
 Food Is Not There.

St. Petersburg, Aug. 3o.-Owing to the failure of the haryests in seven districts of the government of Kazan and in the provinces of Samara, Sar- atof, Simbirik, Niatka and Perm, where the crops are almost worthless, even the landed gentry are begin ming to ask the government for relief. The government is adopting measures to relieve the sufferers. The distress, however, is becoming more acute every day. The peasants are denuding their cottages of matches in order to feed their stock. In spite of all that can be done. cattle and horses are dy- ing In great numbers.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
HOME TO RECUPERATE.
Men of the Fourteenth New York Com plain Bitterly of Their Treatment
 at Camp Thomas.

New York, Aug. 3o.-A hospital train of two Pullman cars arrived in Jersey City over the Pennsylvania rail- road, carrying 40 sick soldiers of the Fourteenth New York volunteers, on furlough from Camp Thomas to re- cuperate. Relatives and friends of the sick soldiers were waiting to receive them. The men who were well enough to talk complained bitterly of the treatment they received at Camp Thomas
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Lieut.. rirnnys Remains Sent to Newport
 for BuriaI.

Boston, Mass, Aug. ao.-The body of Lieut.. Wm. Tiffany, of the Rough Ri- ders, who died here last Thursday, was taken to Newport for burial. A brief service was held in room at the Par kcr house, and under escort of detail of the National Lancers, the guard of Gov. Wo.cott, the remains were taken to the cemetery.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
A LITTLE TOWNS LOSS.
Serious fnroad by Fire Among the Blu . ness Houses of the Little Town
 of PataskaIa, O.

Columbus, O., Aug, 2s.-A special to the Dispatch gives details of the most destructive fire which ever visited Pa taskala, IS miles east of here. Busi- ness blocks and stores on Depot street in the center of the town were en- tirely destroyed with nearly all their contents, entailing loss of s25, 1000; in i. surance SIS, 900. Pataskala had no fl re department,
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
The London Press on the Proposal of the
 Czar.

London, Aug. 2s.-The Daily Graphic this morning, after referred to the pro- posal of Emperor Nicholas says:
 ''It would be idle to, attempt to ignore the many and grave difficulties standing in the way of the attainment of the czar's wishes. but it can not be possible to doubt the sincerity of the Nmagnanimous proposal"
 The Standard says, speaking edi. torially, of the czar's proposal:
 .'In England at least respect and sympathy will be felt for the Czar pro. posal
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
The Grand Household of Ruth.

Washington, Aug. 3o-The fifth gen. eral meeting and first triennial session of the Grand Household of Ruth of the Grand Order of Odd Fellows in Amer ica has closed it's session here Almost every state in the Union was repre- sented by grand representative. The next place of meeting is Wilmington N O., in 1901
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Killed by the Explosion Of vapor Bath.

Chicago, Aug. 30.-H. T. Higgins, cashier for the treasurer's office of the Chicago, Rock Island X Pacific railroad, is dead from burns received by the explosion of a vapor bathing apparatus by which Mir Higgins was endeavoring to secure relief from hay fever.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
EX-G0V.- MATHEWS DEAD.
eumhs to Paralysis, with Which He was Stricken Last Week.

Wingate, Ind, Aug. 3o.-ExG Gov Claude Matthews, of Indiana, died, Sunday morning, at the country home of Isaac Meharry at this place. He was taken there immediately after re- ceiving a stroke of paralysis while ad- dressing the old settlers of Montgomery county, from which he never rallied. His wife and all the immediate mem bers of his family were with him when he died
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Four Mountain Climbers, Who Went
 Without GnLha. kilIed.

Berne, Switzerland, Aug. 30.-Dr. John Hopkinson, an English electrical engineer, and his son and two daugh- ters were killed while ascending, with. out guide, the Dents de Veisivi, in the Canton of Valais, the mountains of which are among the highest in Flu. rope, and which are exposed to furious torrents and destructive avalanehes
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Tire at New KensInrton. Pa

Pittsburgh, Pa, Aug BOA fire al New Kensington, Pa, IS miles north of here, at a. m., destroyed the opera house, Harmers block, Jacobn's block and number of dwellings. The Gem tral hotel was badly damaged Loss, sh0, 900; partially insured
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
A Restful Visit.

Somerset, Pa, Aug 30 The presi- dent and Mrs. Mckinley passed rest ful night. They rose early, and wished their visit could be prolonged The presidents visit has been compara- lively quiet one, such as rest-seeker might wish for.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Soap Plant Destroyed by Fire.

Los Angeles, Cal, Aug 5o.-The Los Angeles Soap Co. $ entire plant was de- stroyed by fire. The blaze was pre- ceeded by an explosion. The loss is placed at sloo, 900, partly insured The plant was owned by stock company.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Signal Corps Men for Santiago.

Washington, Aug. 30 A detachment of Is volunteers for the signal corps has been formed at the Washington barracks, and will be sent to Santiago tn . few days
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Senator Hanna,s Outing.

Cleveland, O, Aug. 30. Senator Han. na, who has been enjoying few weeks outing in the west, having gone by boat to Duluth, and from there to the Yellowstone park, will return to Cleveland Thursdav evening. a----
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Arrival of inc solace at noston

Boston, Mass, Aug. 3O.-The United States hospital ship Solace, having on board "A sick soldiers and marines, has arrived from Santiago de Cuba
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Ambassador Cambon yisitInq ouehac.

Montreal, Qne,, Aug. 30.-M. Jules Cam bon, French ambassador at Wash ington, arrived in Montreal Sunday night on visit, He ia expected to rec main here several dayA
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Gov. Black of New York Expected.

Gov Black of New York is expected at Camp Thomas. He comes for the purpose of examining into the condi- tion of the New York regiments. The governor will make a careful inyesti- gation of all the reports that have been sent ont in reference to the New York regiments, and will ascertain if he can do anything that will benefit the boye
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Hospital Conditions Improving.

The conditions in the hospital at Camp Thomas are rapidly improving. At least half of the sick have been sent away, and arrangements are be- ing made to send hundreds of others. The surgeons and nurses are now able 10 give good attention to all here, and a decided change for the better Is
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
NJ ORDERS 1O MERRITT.
The General Has Received No Or ders From Washington to Leave
 His Post at Manila.
HE IS NOT TIED DOWN THERE, HOWEVER.

It is Tinted that He May be Coming Home to Claim His Bride and Then Proceed to Paris to Give the Peace Commission the Benefit Of Ills Knowt- edge of Conditions in the Islands.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
MOVEMENTS OF IHE ARAY.
The Work of Moving the First Army Corps From Chickamauga
 s~ Park Completed.
THE THIRD CORPS WILL BE NEXT TO 90.

The Conditions in the Hospital at Camp Thomas Said to be Improving-Half of the Sick Have Been Sent Away and Surgeons and Nurses Can Give the 9th CTS Better Attention.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Would Accede to the Request.

'ShouId they ask to have presented the documents concerning the sur render of Santiago and Manila and the destruction of the fleet now i'll the gov ernment's possession, the government would aceede to the request. These papers are in the hands ot the supreme councils which alone, before the proc lamation of peace, can conduct in- quries and establish responsibilities. The inquiries may result in aequttals or severe sentences, even the capital penalty"
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
simply a Presumption.

This is presuming that the commis. sion will continue in session for sey- eral weeks at least, for otherwise i would not be possible for Gen. Mer- ritt to make the long trip from the Philippines to San Francisco, thence to New York by rail, then by boat to Paris. It is regarded as essential by the state department that the Ameri- can commissioners have with them some person thoroughly advised as to the military and civil situation at Ma nila toassist in reaching a sound con- clusion.
 Thought Best to Allow Dewey to Remain.
 It was the intention of the presi dent to avail himself of Admiral Dew ey's service in this manner. but after consultation with that officer in wae believed to be better to allow the ad- miral to remain at Manila. where the experience he has acquired will be of great value in the days following the decision of the peace commission as to the future of the Philippines
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
RECEIVED IHE PREMIUM.
The Father of Fireman Meek, Killed on the Torpedo Boat Wins
 low, Receives Check.
1T CALLS FOR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS.

ent Relatives of the First American Born Satlor Killed in the Cuban War MT. Meek Has Been Offered s Premium for the Check.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
SENIOR SAGASTA TALKS.
Important Statements Made hy the spaa- ish Premier In the Course of
 an Interview.

Madrid, Aug. 2s.-Senor Sagasta, the premier, is quoted as having, in the course of en interview, made some im- portant statements, declaring that it was the governments intention to re- press the discussion of war topics in the cortes. He said that as soon as the cortes met the government would sub init bill authorizing peace negctia- tions, and next a measure relating to the suspension of the constitutional guarantees
 Although Senor Sagasta did not state the nature of this measure, it Is supposed that it will provide for the continuation of the suspension. Entirely Lacking In Material Necessary
 for Discussion.
 "The government, said the premier, twill not discuss in any form the ques- tions of peace and war Indeed, the deputies would be entirely lacking in the material necessary for discussion. The debate could not be based on con crete, positive facts, founded on undis- puted documents, since the necessary information has not yet arrived I be- leve that no discussion of the surrender of Santiago and Manila will occur nor ot the destruction of the Spanish fleet, unless trustworthy data and exact proofs are at hand.
 No Discussion is Permissible.
 Moreover, no discussion is permis- slble of matters at present under con- slderation of the supreme councils of war and marine.
 Mistakes or blunders may have been committed, but thus far we have not sufficient material to judge
 Why Questions of Peace and War Should
 Not Be Discussed.
 Another reason why questions of peace and war should not be discussed is that diplomatic negotiations are now being carried on, and debate on these subjects might be provocative of unde- slfable complications. It must not be saId that peace is signed and discussion Is now allowable. Peace is not signed. Spain is st:,l at war with the United States. The two nations have merely concluded suspension of hostilities in order to negotiate peace. These ne- gotiations may be brought to suc- cessful issue, but it might happen that hostllltles will be recommended
 That is why l think the cortes will only be able to discuss strictly neces- sary questions-that is, to make itself acquainted with the situation of the Interests now at stake, which are so important for the nation, but not to engage in debate, which would assume acme such proportions as to infringe upon the discretion which the gravity of the circumstance requires of the eortes.
 Would Accede to the Request.
 "ShOnld they aslx to bava ,,rasa,+ad
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02
Railroads in Excellent shape.

The railroads are now in excellent shape to do the handling, and there will be no delay on their account. The whole corps, it is thought, can be easi- ly moved during the week. The Sixth regiment United States infantry will remain here for some time The Eighth New York, now being mus tered out, will probably leave forhome Tuesday. The Second Nebraska is expected to start for Omaha Wednes-
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02

Washington, Aug. 29.-Up to this moment no orders have been sent to Gen. Merritt, at Manila, to leave his post. It is said, however, that the general being in command of the mili- tary force in the Philippines, is at lib erty to leave Manila and go where he sees fit within his own discretion.
 May be Coming to Claim iiis Bride.
 It is suggested by some of the off cials here that the purpose of his visit to this country at the present moment is to get married. It is en- tirely possible, and in fact, prob ble that being in the United States, and well acquainted with the situation in the Philippines, Gen. Mer- ritt may be designated to proceed to Paris as technical adviser to the peace commission.
The Monticellonian., 1898-09-02

Chickamauga-Ghattanooga National Military Park, Tenn, Aug. 3O.-The work of moving the First army corps from Chiekamauga has been complet- ed, and the army officials are now di- rectiug their attention to the Third corps. No regiments of this latter corps have left yet, but two, the Third Tennessee and First Mississip- pi, are expected to leave for Anniston, Ala, Tuesday. Others will leave as rapidly as transportation can be pro vided for them.
New-York tribune., 1898-01-12
WORLD HAVE JUDGES PREACH.

,-Ao o-o,es.-a seats in Carnegie Music HeH were
,a,riv well nled yesterday morning at the o,e''.is
=. - ,brs dav q, the series OF services co'uuV'ou
~, D,,4gh. L Moody Nine hymns were sung oe
tore NJ Moody began his address ana TWO pioS7
were offered 49,, Doob a..
NJ Mood, spoke OF the sermons IN the BOOK o'
Ac.s The fifth and longest. by St stepNeh' he
cls-s5 - he fun OF faith and the HolS Ghos| ne
oa,oo,ishsd his hearers 10 keep fuN OF love az,
rass tho hattie 70 the very gate Mr.. MOODY feaa
ax.-oc.s fron, the seventh chapter OF Acts anu e"
n regard to s.. Stephen; -, a., ~,
We have only one sight OF this man ne u'u ~"
,,,.e ,onr hut see what mighty work he do Il -
~. .ba length Of life but how we use H. tha' s''U'
ne considered " the deacons and church wA'ue''9
- NE c,v were like Stephen It would not TAKE iois
- a,.a,ecize New-York. The cry is REFORM ne
90. dom, believe this city Will ever be reiorniei
,,,.u .bo church and the people are united "oIu
&. not he a grand thing 10 hire thea"e e'''' o."
dav and have Judge preach-prcach ~ ''0 '
,reach down with sin and UP win rish'eo19"e'''
Te, LAWYERS plead for Christ In the chu'cncs oi'
,eklavs as they plead their cases IN lhe oou' 'S'
W. must have volunteers Ike we had IN me ia'e
,- II was the volunteers who put down the re-
bel.ion. ,...- o,.o,dod
The afternoon services were much oet'er s''e''VI
than those Of the morning. Al'er ee''
W { Weedcn sang "IIc Saves Me
NJ Mod, announced that the offerings for the
n-ov,ous two days had only paid the expenses o.
the hall. and said that more money was """.e
,.h Which N buy books for the inmates or prlsohS
IL - %sai5. Give double what you have neIore', -
20, toIa not got the money borrow H. WI. iel4u
yy0ti Some and take chances on getting II bacK
New-York tribune., 1898-01-12
n,,r ,xsrrrr-TE OF CIvrcs ACTS.

4, q recent meeting OK the New-York oounc" OF
" ,.,,an Institute OF Civcs held at the rooms
=, .he Board OF Trade and Transportation the re-
nor, Of committee appointed at previous Hee'-
ir o., the purpose Of considering and reporting as
''s teal methods Of efecting needed reforms IN
- .onduct OF primary elections was rraa aia "a
ssdonfed committee OF seven was appoi'e1 ~ -
,,sli-oluary action anu 10 cu-opria- Win oi"''
bnSles in the promotion OF legislation 10 lesalhe s,
nt-'.,ts priuar.es and conventions 10 hoihI1.a :,
for pubc office This was the committee
o-nointed with power to add 10 Is number: John
ssPrsnn smith chairman; Charles FTeIerlck HI@'ns ~
~ r;iderkin Dr Henry Randall " axe, w, -
yyoi1.s yonn1 Colonel William irwin Martin and william
bfooh'ie % meeting these officers Of The New otk
c-I'rcU v.ere also elected: President EdwaFd Pay
~ 80 yice-presidenis. George = seward Hehry
-" l.us Ccphas Brainerd. Perry heiniont ana
Tohn Sabine smith treasurer Gs9Ife 'Ir,In Ir,n
Martin " II Tratlon William br9osnnId eR Snaaes anS
Fieuer II was further decided TO hold four
S,at, meetings OF the New-York C9unch easn ycat
In the months Of January MARCH, NAY anu
New-York tribune., 1898-01-12
THE ASTORIA HOMESTEAD COMPANY.
JUDGMENTS FOR OVER $4,000 TAKEN AGAINST
THE CORPORATION BY THE STEIN
WAY ESTATE

WAY ESTATE
Transcripts OF two judgments from Queens
County. aggregating s554,1. were filed In the New
York County Clerks Office yesterday against the
Astoria Homestead Company OF Long Island City
whose Office was at No ia East Fourteenth-st. by
Christian G. Mortz. The judgments are in favor
Of Charles II. Steirway. Frederick 7. Steinway,
Louis Won Bernuth and Paula Won Bernuth as
executors OF the estate OF william Steinway. the
piano manufacturer. for SO.y7G and in favor Of
James II. Hempsted. for $i495. The company was
one Of the enterprises in which William Steinway
largely interested. and the judgments are
terest OF his estate.
The company incorporated in lsS with
capital stock Of $4,000 which was increased In
July 1898. to 10000 and in July. 1896. was again
increased TO 100000. 1t formed 10 buy and
improve real estate at Astoria and Ravenswood.
and in other parts OF Queens County. In state
ment made 20 "Bradstreets' In July last the
company said Our authorized bond issue is 5S5O'-
coo OF which $4,000 is outstanding. We owe be-
sides this purchase money. mortgages amounting
10 $4,000. and We real estate In queens
County, New-York City. Yonkers and In the West
valued at g 10000. We doing little building
and all we owe e for small current purchases FOR
repairs The stock is about all held by the estate
OF William Stenway"
The president Of the company was Louis Won
Bernuth son-in-law OF Mr.. Steinway. Mr.. Moritz
said Yesterday that the judgment in favor OF the
Steinvav estate was on for money lent 70
the company ny William Stenway In MS hfetims,
lie was largely interested in the company ana
While he lived helped cons.dera bly,. but since his
death that source OF supply had been stopped
Mr Mor!tz said that the company had ainre p%rop- %
tioI ~ time when they would be paid Like
good many other companies II was land poor
New-York tribune., 1898-01-12
TO AMALGAMATE THE TWO.
pDopoer-roy FOR THE UNION OF THE NATIONAL.
SCULPTURE AND TIE FINE ARTS SOCIETIES

PROPOSITION FOR THE UNION OF THE NATIONAL
SCULPTURE AND TIE FINE ARTS SOCIETIES.
The National Sculpture Society held us annual
Meeting last night at No. 2l5 West Flfy-seVeh'h-s|
Charles De Kay and .. Cady Eaton VINO IS a b'o-
rsor q, Yale. delivered lectures on the difference
between art in Europe and America, anc suDini''eo
r,.,,ait,cns 10 better in American universities
= w Ruckstuhl who has lately returned from
T-,,-o,a made a BRIEF address. and John j. boyle
1bo had specially come from Philadelphia for me
,,rnose then spoke explaining the NchaTd smith
memorial 70 Major-Geuerals George b. McCIeHah
and winfield : Hancock. which IS soon 10 be erect
81 f., rairmount Park Philadelphia
,r,e- the speeches Charles Lamb made fnouoh
-. committee he elected 10 arrange for the
,a,to, NJ the National Sculpture Society
t.h - American Fine Arts society. 4hss I"tttr
~ o,ert cornnosed OF the Archit scturaI League
a. -. Students League and the society OF amer
~ ~ lists The motion was adopted ana f'sp-
lDgoLL ~ 1amb and +. ". Ruckstuhl CHOSEN as the
was then held to choose councilrnen
e, srrFo g potter. George b. Post, j. y a.
A1SnmS'I De Wit Warner and Charles DE hay De-
ih& se.rerr elected council then proceeded In ac-
- with the constitution 10 clect lhc iPiIo~
corpanDe -, ~ .eryc during the coming year; fresl-
lne ON - Ward. lrst v.cc-president,, - narIes
qeII- Second vcc-president - X l1sIIu ,-o
De NJ NI' woman DrummOnd secretary barr ferree'
NJ W. ,1o,eeting then adjourned