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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
NDICTS
COSTELLA.
Lycom1ng Grand Jury
Finds True Bill Against
Him For Attempted
Bribery.

The grand fury OF Lycoming
county found true bill yesterday
against Michael J. Costello, who is
charged with having attempted to
bride Representative John Engler
and persuade HIM TO vote for and
use his influence to aid the passage
of the McCarrcll bill at the recent
session of the Pennsylvania Legis-
laturc. Bribery, corrupt solicita-
ton, offering $500 to influence vote
and general corrupt solicitation are
embraced IN the Indictment John
Englcr appeared in person before
the grand jury. Before the true
bill had returned to court Attorney
Deedmyer requested that a bench
warrant be issued for the arrest OF
Engler. This request was granted
by Judge Matzger.
A telegram from the detective
who is shadowing Costello states
that the alleged briber is now in
Wilmington. An officer armed with
tho bench warrant will be in Phila-
delphia, September y, the day that
Costello says that he will be at his
home at No. 5l5 Market street to re-
ccive any constable who wishes to
arrest him.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Pnttern No
DOTS.

Market street has Lost much of its
gnycy. The rain Of yesterday afternoon
caused many decorations to be removed.
Howell 5. England, secretary of the
Bayard Memorial Association, expects all
models Of statutes Of The late Thomas +.
Bnynrl to ba in Wilmington by tho end
Of noxt week.
Frank p. Lnrkcy had two fingers on
his left hand ELnglcd by having th III
caught in a p!ancr at Henry Evans shop.
A moe ing of he Shield Of Honor wiz
be hold in Rcd Mems Hall on Saturday
tyenlng, September ii,
A large Newfoundland dog was killed
by trolley car Il: Fourth and Jackson
streets last night 1t belonged to W. II.
Weaver.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
HORSES DASH
INJURIES THREE.
Horse Of Mr.. LObbacker OF
Newport Frightens' and
COlIide> With |. B.
Neale's Wagon.

There was runaway of more than
usual Significance on Maryland avenue
this morning when horse belonging to
MIR. Lobbacker of Newport, and being
driven by his daughters, ran away and
collided with the milk wagon of l. B'
Neale. Of Elsmere injuring the Misses
Lobbacker slightly, but Mr.. Neale and his
horse very severely.
The runaway occurred about So.
o'clock. Inc Misses Lobbacker were on
their way to King street market in /
wagon loaded with produce Upon roach
ing Fifth avenue q spring OF tho wagon
broke letting tho vohicle drop OIL til"
heels of the horse, causidg the animal t.
frghten. Tho Misses Lobbeoker tried
hard TO quiet the horse but were unab'
to do so, and tho animal rushed dowL
Maryland avenue at break meek speed
Women screamed at the sight and driver
OF vehicles moving toward tho runaway
horse drove on the pavement and escaped
collision. But ono man was not so forlu-
nate lie was l. b. Neale Of Elsmero, who
was delivering milk In the neighborhoo'.
He saw the runaway horse coming down
the avenue and was hurrying his horse to-
ward the curb Ct II lot at Stroud street.
when the front wheel of the lIobback'
team struck his horse on the left shoulder,
knocking down tho animal. upsett!ng the
milk wagon and overturning the heavy
market wagon, producing a mixture of
screaming women, blood despatched
man, milk, glass ind Vegetables. Tie
milk wagon was almost demolished and
It's glass doors had been shattered, the
fragments cutting MIR. Neale severely
about the face. The women strange to
say were slightly injured, sbut their wagon
was demolished. Mr.. Neule's horse was
almost helpless tho wheel of tho farm
wagon having struck tho animal with
sufficient force to tear out flesh and mus
Gle "a large as n mans hand. Mr.. Neae
made his way to q nearby drug store to
have his injuries dressed, after which he
was taken home. His horse was cared for
by DR.. Ewes who says the animal will not
be of service for six week..
The Misses Lobbacker loaded what was
left Of their market produce into wagon
loaned them by Edward i. Denny. the
Maryland avenue grocer, and proceeded
to market, They say they will reimburse
Nj Neale for the damage he suffered.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

Cooley Commercial and Short
hand College, Eighth and Market,
has begun its fourteenth year with
Il largely increased attendance.
Those who desire seats should
make prompt application at the col
lege office. A consider able number
OF new students will enter next
week. The Commercial course con-
tinues as popular as ever, and the
short hand and typcwriting course
is attracting great deal of atten-
ton on account of the improved me-
thods introduced. The new catalo-
que gives full particulars, and may
be obtained free at the college. The
night school of the college begins on
Monday, oct. 2nd. Students are
now in attendance from Wilmington
and various parts OF Del, Pa, Md,
n. j., and Va. The College trains
lis students for tie best business
positions.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Taylor Got The Contract.

The formal opening of First Pres
byterian church will take place to.
morrow. The church was open for
inspection last evening. Visitors
to the church were struck by the
beautiful red figured Brussels car
pet. 1t was furnished by John b.
Taylor, on Shipley above Seventh
street. The other bidders for the
carpet were Megary g. Sen and W.
b. Sharp g. Co. The carpet cores
ponds with the tapestry used in the
upholsteIing Of the seats. Persons
who visited the church commented
favorably upon the quality and
beauty Of the carpet.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
This STORM
WAS WELCOME.
Much Lightning and Thun'
der, Some Wind and
Heavy Rain Drives
Heat Away.

A thunder storm passed over Whining
ton last evening causing decided drop In
the temperature, which, during the day,
had been decidedly oppressive. A high
wind that accompanied the storm uproot-
ed shrubbery, twisted few branches from
trees and tore several wires on West Fifth
street from their fastenings.-- For nearly
an hour there. were almost cons tant flash
es. ofiightning, followed by distant thun-
der. Downtown persons on the Streets
anticipating heavy downpour of rain,
scurried for places of shelter. The rain
howeve~, did not matariallzo to the ex.
tent hat the first appearance OF tho storm
indicated but a, tn, midnight hour ap-
preached the rainfall became heavier
giving the streets much needed cleaning,
and beneftting vegetation.
= The wind during tho early part OF the
evening risod the gospel meeting tent at
Maryland avenue and Chandler, but no
one was under the canvas at the time.
Farmers report tho storm as being
heavy in the country, but it did no dam
age, OF the contrary it did much coed,
vegetation being badly in reed of water.
Late corn, In particular, was benefited, 1t
being SO dry that an exceedingly poor
crop would have been gathered had not
the storm arrived when it did.
The Highest temperature of the day was
81 degrees at 3 o'clock, and at 2 O'Clock
this morning just after tho storm, ths
Temperature was II degrees.
New York Herald weather forecast for
to. day: In tho Middle States partly
C loudly to fair weather and falling tom
perature will prevail, preceded by rain,
with fresh westerly and northwesterly
winds, probably variable on the coasts;
and on Sunday fair and slightly cooler
weather and variable winds.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
FOR THE
GRAND JURY.
That. Body Will Now Con.
slider the Terror
Shooting. !

William P. Windish, who shot and kill.
cd All Terror at Pcrryvills. Nd, on Mon-
Jay last was given q preliminary hearing
on the charge of murder before Justice
Philip N. Groves In Elkton yesterday
morning.
The prisoner was defended BY Senator,
Austin L. Crothers assisted by l. Mar
shall Haines counsel for the railroad.
Constable Windlsh described the occur
cnce. He stated that he had one prisoner
and was holding him with his left hand
and with his pistol In his right hand point
cd into the car. He saw two men in there
one to his right and the other disappearing
through the door Just as he did so his
pistol was voluntarily di ichargeI, a. he
supposed into tho opposite side of tho car
as he was not aiming at nor did he see any
person In that direction and was surprised
and shocked when he heard that he had
struck man.
Detective Jones. who was with Windsh,
testified as to the nature OF the proceed
ings stating that no was commissioned by
the Governor of Maryland ~ special Of
fcer.
Justice Groves decided to hold tho pris.
oner for the action Of tho grand jury mt
tho September term Of the Circuia Court
for Cecil county.
The inquest In Baltimore on the body
OF Terror was again postponed OH account
OF tho absence of witnesses from Cecil
county. This is the second postponement.
Coroner Germon telographed to States
Attorney Evans, of Cecil county, to have
witnesses in Baltimore Monday night.
Coroner Germon claims that rs Terrtz
died in bis district it is necessary to have
jury pass upon the cause Of death before
permit can be given for tho burial Of
the body. -
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
GROCERIES.

Any article not satisfactory
cheer'uIly exchanged or money
re 'un le ut
HANSCOM'S.
Seven h and Market.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Six Legged Rat.

While repairing the schooner
Mccarthy in the dry dock OF the
Harlan & Hollingsworth Company,
yesterday, captured six legged
rat, which ran from the hold. In
the scramble the rat was killed.
The employees of the shipyard
and ships have been notified that be-
ginning with today they will be ex-
pected to work all day on Satur-
day afternoons. Recently the work.
men in certain departments asked
for Saturday afternoons off. The
request was granted and the men
lost the half day.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Bon
s. Ami
BIRTHDAY PARTY.
VIII not Scratch

ALwAvs USED IN THE FORM OF A LArHcR.,
AND oors NO MORE iHsvRv THAN WATER.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

Mr.. and Mrs. W. P. Chandler have re-
turned from Linwood, where they spont
the summer
Mrs. Jacob Nuber and family of Wash
ington arc visiting Mrs Nuber's mother,
Mrs. Alexander Everson OF Newport.
Mrs. Lizzie Tharp and Mrs. Greig of
New York arc the guests of Mrs. j. p.
Deputy.
Mr.. Charles Boulder and wlfo Of Chat
tanooga. Tenn is visiting his sister Mrs.
P.J. Haynes Of this ely.
Miss May Bright who has been summer
ing at Rehoboth, has returned home.
The members of the late consttu ional
convention bave returned from Rshoboth,
where they held their anual reunion.
Mrs, l., G. Roinburg and daughter CT
Washington, II. c. tre the guests OF Mrs.
Elmer Meginnis of No 1913 West Seventh
Street.
John W. Bratton returned to New York
yesterday,
Tho Rsv. F. E. Short has returned from
Georgetown.
Mr.. and Mrs Theodore &. Clark were in
the city yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. William ]. Fisher bavo re-
turned from Denver.
Miss Bertha Satterlhwalte OF Stanton
was In the city yesterday. -.
W, T. Johnson Of Salisbury, Nd, was
in Wilmington yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Huxley Harvey are on
their way home from Europe
Stephen r. Choate, Jr. will start to- day
for two weeks trip in Maryland.
A. d. Ctator, Jr. has returned from q
visit to various peninsula points.
Miss Lcura Cranston of Newport Is vis-
-iting Miss Elizabeth Conneil.
Mr. and Mrs. William Huber have re.
from Atlantic City.
Gale r. Pylo of Konnett Is visiting
friends hero. 1850
Mrs Wilmer W. Palmer is visiting Mrs.
Mary Palmer OF Kennett.
Mr.. and Mrs Edwin sadtler, returned
from Rehoboth this afternoon.
Mr.. md Mrs. Edward Il, Candy have
returned from Sboldon p,
L. Carmichael Ia at the Maryland, ATTAIN
tic City.
Carroll r. Wier Is at the Avoca, Allan
tic City.
II. r. Pierson Of Wooddale Is OF Allan.
tic City.
A. NJ. Dram Of Hockessin at tho Man.
haitian Atlantic City.
George Cotton has returned from At.
lantic City.
Miss Alice Harris Is visiting friends 10
Reading, Pm.
Miss May Jones spent yesterday in
Philadelphia.
Joseph A. Richardson. who has been
visiting In Boston, has returned home.
Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred Elliot and Miss
Elliott are homo from their summer trip.
Mr,and Mrs. Huxley Harvey are expect
cd home from Europe next week.
Ths Misses Jackson have returned
from Cape May.
Tho family Of ]. Davis Sisler have re-
turned from Atlantic City where they
have spent tho summer.
Arthur J. Francis Of Cripple Crock Col.
Is visiting his mother Mrs. Taylor at Lam
caster avenue and jackson street,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

e, ,hFSMEN WANTED-WE OFFER EN-
. r,l cnt quick selling Legitimate side line,
small samples liberal commissions. address,
gl-ItN
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY.

Edward Gordan entertained q psrty Of
friends at his home seventh and Lombard
streots last night 10 celebrate the anniver-
sary Of his birth. During the evening
Mrs Joseph Gordon played several banjo
solos, and an orchestra composed Of Harry
Geddling, William Rigby and Armstrong
shaeffer, discoursed popular airs, and furn-
evening an excellent suppsr was served.
Mr. Gordon received numerous presents
from his guests.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
WATERMELON PARTY.

A.watcrmelon party was given Thurs
day night at the residence of Horsey
Brown, No. 1907 West street. by the Fleur
de lis Social Club. The yard was prettily.
decorated with the club oolors, pale blue
and pink, and Chinese lanterns. Justice
was dono to the melons by u numer Gus
party and a thoroughly good time was
enjoyed.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
VISITING RELATIVES.

James Pierce Of New Albany, Md. ia
visiting J. Jackson and Bayard Peirce in
this city.
The visitor Is In his S3rd year, but is still
hale and hearty. He was born in Brandy.
wine hundred, but left here in 1850 For
many years he manufactured tobacco
Boxes and tobacco machinery. but has
now retired.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
The Visit To Reading,

The matter of the return visit Of
the police force lies with the Police
Commission. From all sections of
the city can be heard words of
praise for our officers. The link Of
friendship between the two cities
should not be broken. If the police
cannotgo In October to Reading ar
rangements should be made for MAY.
October Is grand month at Read.
inc.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

BIRTHDAY PARTY.
Frank H. Mason entertained number
of young people at his home No. 1895 Tat
nall street, In honor OF the fourth anniver-
sary Of the birth Of his son John Tenney
Mason. An enjoyable evening was spent
and refreshments were served.
Beaura White. Helen and Marion Win
kler, Linda Pointer Willard Vaudyke,
Lizzie Griffith, Sarah Broughten. Bessie
and Nellie Quigley Gertrude Eldridge,
Martha Layfield, Mr. and Mrs. r. 4.
Tfiggs, of Atlanta, Ga Ja,ob and NJ aud
Currinder, Wardeli Marklem, George
Draper, Lewis Quigloy, Edwar Reed,
John Coleman, and Robert Lay field. were
present.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

.Mcssrs John II. Rodney, William S.
Hillcs, John B!ggs of Wilmington; John
W. Cnuscy, Of Milford; Henry Allowny,
James l., Walcott, Of Dover John II.
liotfecker, Of Smyrna; Charles F. Rich
ards and Charles ". Collins, Of George
the Delaware delegates to tho conference
on combinations and trusts. to be held in
Chicago next week
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

The annual meeting Of the Epwnrth
Leagun of he Wilmington district viii be
held IN Grace CAurch on October p and q.
All leagues within Il few weeks will cleo.
delegates to he convention.
An inte"e-tlng programme Is being pro-
pared, ana among the speakers Will be the
Rev, Dr. james Berry, editor Of the "Ep-
worth Herald" und he Rev DIR. J, w.
Marshall of Camden, Nj. president of the
Second General Conference Epworth
League,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

The musical and literary entertainment
given September It'll by Sunday School
class No. 10 of the Second NJ. p. Church,
Fifth Avenue and Anchorage street wa, O
late Our friends on their talent and Craze
fully APPRECIATE their kindness. The
Church was full and the evening was one
of much interest and satisfaction.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
NEWS OF I:
THE VISITORS
They Are Here and There
and Are OF Course En-
jOying Themselves.

John Yearsley, who left this city AZ
years ago, now a merchant Of cleveland,
o., is visiting relatives here. Mr.. Years.
ley was u soldier in the late war and came
east on ons of the G. A. r. excursions.
Coming 10 Wilmington he made search
for his relatives whom be had not seen
since he left.
MIR. Yearslay first found his uncle,
Josiah v. Lawrence Of No. 6l0 West
Fourth street. and later found his sister,
Mrs Isarh Thomas Of No. IN Madison
street, His relatives wero greatly pleased
to see him.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Left Forty Thousand Dollars,

1t Is said the estate Of tho lato Marahall
A. Springer who dioi suddenly will come
to some forty thousand dollars. His father
the late John Springer was Clerk of the
Peace after he retired from the tailoring
business which he carried on for many
years OH West Second street.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
A Warning,

It will only be n few weeks moro when
frost and overCoats will b, in fashion. So
think seriously about your heating appnr-
atus and have them in firing order. James
+, Wood Front and Orange stroots. have
already comneucol repairs on number
Of heaters and are filling orders promptly
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

Revs. Mcpherson, Of Phlladelphis and
r.. D. Green. the evangelist and mission.
airy of Harrisburg, Penna., will preach at
tho Union Street Park camp meeting Gu
Sunday, tho closing Of the camp Come
ono and all. and enjoy the last day ia he
woods. Rev. John w. McKinz!e, pastor.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
A Combin alton.

Good advertising consists OF this
combination: An article Of merit,
judicious expenditure and tralh'
telling announcements Keep til S
in mind and you'll fetch the pull
lie sure.-Boot and Shoe Record,
Boston, Mass.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
ON A VISIT.

Harry Forrest fireman and Mr. r. Jack
Chief Machinist on board the United
States Cruiser Detroit was In this city visi
ting there friends William. George and
Wallace butchers, before they left Thurs.
day evening for Venezula. This is but
the second tiino MIR. Forrest has been in
this city for twelve years. the last time
was whom he was on board the Whining
ton. Mr.. Forrest Is the son Of Ned For
rest who was In this city for number of
years.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

WELDlN-Cn s;eptcmberS 1890 William II.
Weldin, nged 10 years.
y Relatives and friends are respectfully Invited
to at end the funeral from his late residence
1iOl Jackson street on Monday afternoon, al 5
o'clock.
RANKIN-At Newark, N. ]. on Sept. 7 1890
Edgar A., son OF Joseph f. and Carrie e.
Rankin, aged 20 years.
Relatives and friends Of tine family are re.
srectfully invited to attend the funeral from
the residence of his parents, No. % ivy Road,
Bancroft's Banks Wilmington, on Sunday af-
terDoon al $50 o'clock. Interment at Mt. Sa-
lem cemetery.
BllE-In this city, on September s, 1899. Cath
rain X wife OF John p. Bize, aged So years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend
the funeral from her late residence, 1900 Lin
coin street, on Monday morning at 9 o'clock.
Solemn requiem mass at st. AIMS Church.
lnterment at ST. Joseph's cemetery.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

A., A Ti.D--A BOY IN OFFICE ABOUT 10
VI ur Il years Of age, good penman. Ad.
dress in own handwrtng b., this Office.
s9.2t.
l. CRSA E-HAVlNG BOUGHT A. FARM,
IT = 4 C. Heisnr OF Elsinere, offers his
store orty Tor sale. This is desirable 10.
cntu. "Id good business corner. This is u
gOou chance IJr the right man. s9-tf
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
he Last OF the Season, sunday, Sept IL
One Dollar to Baltimore and Return
vim X & o n
via Il. & .. K. K.

The last popular excursion to Baltimore
will leave Wilmington, Delaware Avenue
station, sunday, September Eth, Mt $50
III returning. leave Baltimore 100 p.
III Round trip tickets 500
Special coaches for Wilmington patrons
at Delaware Ayenus Station
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

VIM Passmore Of Brandywine Hundred
visited our city to-day. lilo Is agen for
the sale of Sharpcss cream separator to
which he desires to call the attention OF
farmers. For their benefit no will have a
full outfit on exhibition at the cow sale
next Monday. The separator Is q great aid
10 the dairymen and In most cases proves
profitable
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09

One OF the infant children OF Wilbur l..
Sasse died at Its parents home No. 1908
w. Seventh street this morning. Tho
child was one of pair born to Mrs. Slsse
several months ago,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-09-09
Card Of Thanks.

10 the officers Of the Home Life Insurance
Co, Qncorporatsd):
Gentlemen Il desire to thank you for
the prompt manner In which you ssttled
the claim OIL tho life Of my late husband,
John Bacon. He was only In you com.
pany three weeks and had paid thirty
cents. his policy calling for $685. which you
paid in q few minutes aftor bsing notified.
Yours respectfully,
Margaret 4. Bacon,
end and Delaware Sts., New Castle, Del,