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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
SUIT FOR T4IESTIyE's POLICIES.
RECEIVER SEEKS TO RECOVER THE Ex-CAsH1ERs
LIFE INSURANCE.

Vice-ChanceIlor Reed. at Newark yesterday gave
a hearing in a suit brought by Edward s Camp
bell. receiver Of the wrecked Middesex County
Bank, to recover on several Insurance policies on
the life OF George NJ. Valentine the defauIting
cashier now in State Prison.
The suit is based on the contention that the
premiums paid out OF money embezzled from
the bank. There six policies, aggTegatfng
SS5 600 in amount. and voluntarily conveyed
TO Mrs Valentine by her husband. which fact IS
held to entite the bank order restraining the
trS uranCe company from delivering the policies
paying -her surrender value 10 Valentine or
benefciarfee. The policies were Issued by th.s
Mutual Life, of Newark Testimony was taken to
show the connection between the embe Zzlements
OF Valentine and the payments the policies.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
PRISONER LEAPS FROM RUNNING TRAIN.
FEIGNs ILLNESS. GETS INTO A TOILET ROOM AND
ESCAPES

Asbury Park. June q (SpeciaD.-James Riddle OF
Newark to-day made thrilling dash for liberty
through the toilet room window OF q car on the
Central Railroad of New-Jersey. near Morgan
Vile In charge Of Constable Hammeu OF this
place. he his way TO the county Jail at
Freehold. where he to be confined for refusing
TO support his wife. who lives az Bradley Beach.
Riddle made his leap while the train running
full speed He landed in a gravel bank and
when seen by the stattoQ-naster at Morganvile
who afterward pursued him, he was bleeding from
many wounds
Constable Hammell did not miss his until he
arrived at Freehold when he telegraphed gen
eral alarm all along the line Riddle fsigned illness
IN order TO get into the toilet room. He has not
been captured.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
A GUNNER OF THE MAINE A WITNESS.

In trial for assault before the Court of Special
Sessions yesterday Harry Mccain. a gunner who
was blown into the air by the explosion of the bat
tleship Maine. appeared witness for the de-
PENDANT His testimony threw the balance in favor
OF the defendant. and he discharged. The COM
platnant was William A. Clauster. of No 4O4 Hen
drix-st., a conductor In dispute over making
change he charged Charles Stuenkel with hitting
him on the head. Mccain, who on the car
testified that the defendant struck by the
conductor -
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
WELL KNOWN JAMAICA MAN IN JAIL.

George Gracy. twenty-eight years old son of
Squire" John Gracy, a wealthy farmer. of ia
maica, is locked up in the Queens County Jail in
Long Island City, charged with picking pockets
at Lawrence, Long Island, Tuesday He says that
ne was talking to one OF the fremen and while
doing so admired the souvenir which was on the
fremans coat. He asked the fireman to give IL TO
him. The man refused. Later Gracy was placed
under arrest the charge OF stealing the SOU
venir from the fireman. Those who are acquaint-
ed with Gracy are indignant over his arrest.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
CHARGED WITH ROBBING posT0FFIcE

Patrolman Shea. OF the Forty-third Precinct
early yesterday morning arrested a man who gave
the name of Ernst Buchanan. Under his arm was
weighing machine neatly wrapped up which II
is thought. was taken from the postofice sub-sta-
ton at Hamilton and New Utrecht AYES Altbougb
the prisoner said that he in possession OF the
property legitimately he locked up When the
officer went to the sub-staton he found that big
hole had been cut in the glass, through which one
could thrust his hand and unlatch the lock- The
only article missing from the place was the weigh
Ing machine. Buchanan was held 90
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
CTS ATTACHMENT AGAINsT HLs HIEE

Deputy Sheriff Murray has received an attach
ment for $500 against Sophie Feldman dealer in
cloaks. etc. at No rs Avenue B, in favor OF her
husband, David Feldman, a claim for money
lent to her in June. 1897 The Sheriff made levy
and II said that she would at once move IN
vacate the attachment. One reason for obtaining
the attachment. II is said. was Mr. Fedman's dis
like OF the bookkeeper whom she employed in the
business, and whom she would not dischargA vvher
requested 10 do by the husband
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
A VERDICT FOR THE EQUITABLE.
JURY DECIDES THAT FRANK NJ BRADY
COMMITTED SUICIDE.

A verdict for the defendant handed in yes
terday morning by a jury before Justice Marean In
the suit brought by Charles A. Decker as admin
istrator of the estate OF Frank NJ. Brady, against
the Equitable Life Assurance Society of the United
States A few weeks before his death last fall
Brady took out a policy of insurance for 100000.
and this amount the subject Of the suit. Brady
had an office in the Lords Court Building. Man
haitian, and lived in Brooklyn. He was found dead
October So with bullet hole in his right tenn
pie, and a revolver the floor near the chair
he sat.
1t contended by the plaintiff that there was
proof that Brady had died by accidental
shooting He maintained that the burden of proof
the defendant to show that he committed
suicide. The company set up the claim that no
payment should be made the policy, as there
a clause that the beneficiary should get no
money if the policy holder committed suicide within
q
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
AN Art METAL COURSE AT PRATT

Announcement was made by Pratt Institute yes
terday of the addition to the curriculum of an art
metal course. These classes will be organized in
September. The instruction in drawing. designing
and modelling in the course 1t is said will be given
by special instructors while the chasing die sink
Joseph Aranyi expert.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
NEARLY SHOOTS SouE sCHooL cHLLDREN

1t is by mere chance that Dominic Cargo, an
Italian, twenty-eight years old. of No. 10 Rich
ardson-st, is not locked up in the Lee-ave. police
station more serious charge than assault He
quarrelled with who worked for him yester-
day morning at North Eleventh-st. and Union-ave
The Italian drew a revolver and began shooting
1t with impressive carelessness The bullets missed
the employe, and went sailing among lot of
school children who passing their way
o school
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
SUMNER SCHOOLS AND PLAYGRoUyDs

The summer schools in Brooklyn will be opened
on July g. to continue for six weeks They are Pub
lie Schools Nos. 7. IA, 49, go 81, 49, So 70 and a.
The branches to be taught are iron work, carpen-
try. sewing. millinery and cooking The sessions
will be from a. m to noon. There will be kinder
gartens
Fairgrounds will be also opened on July for a
period OF six weeks There will be daily session In
each from to $50 p. for circle and general
games and other organized recreations The prem
lses selected Will be those of Schools Nos Is o. "a
Is, SO. 43. 46, 81, IS and So 49, -
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
CAPTAIN IAN DYKE SAVES ANOTHER LIFE.

Long Branch. June q (SpeciaD.-WaIter. the
twelve-year-old son OF Charles EnobIOch. was
rescued from drowning to-day by Captain Charles
II. Van Dyke The boy. who could swim but little.
got beyond his depth in six feet OF water. Captain
Van Dyke heard the boys cries and reached him
Just in the nick OF time. Captain Van Dyke has
saved four lives during the last I'VE years.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
PICKED BOIL WITH RUSTY NAIL AND DIED

Plainfield June q (SpeciaD--Peter P. Kenney. q
well-to-do farmer Of Somerset County living near
SCmerville. died last night at his home as the
suit Of blood poison caused by scratching boil
with a rusty nail His was swollen to three
times its natural size. He was seventy-fve years
old
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
TROLLEY VICTIM DIES IN HOSPITAL

William CorreI. nine years old. was run over by
a Smith-st. trolley Monday evening while
trying to steal a ride. His left foot was crushed
and at the Long Island Hospital. where he was
taken, it decided yesterday that amputation
was necessary. He could not survive the shock,
however, and died after the operation.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
VINELAND FAMILY IN CHM
FEAR THAT DIR. AND MRS. J. Fl TNcpn,
MISSIONARIES NEAR PEKING
HAVE BEEN KILLED.

vineand. June q (speciaD.-The war in Chr,
has caused great concern in Vineand for The safs,
of DR. and Mrs. James II Ingram who are :.
tached TO the mission Of the Congregations
Church at TunG-Cho. about twelve miles f-o-.
Picking. DR.. Ingram Is forty years Old and -
missionary work in the Orient as physician Vrs
Ingram is professional nurse She was Nj
Mvrtle Prough. o. Harrisburg, Penn.
Dr. Ingram while in the United States aboB,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
ARMY WORM AT SOUTHAMPTON

Southampton. Long Island June N-The army
worm has appeared in some OF the wheat fields
in this district. If 1t should be wet weather II is
feared that the crops would be destroyed.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
TO OPEN THE SAENGERFEST.
PRESIDENT GUGGENHEIMER CONSENTS TT
MAKE THE ADDRESS OF WELCOME

A committee from the Brooklyn Sangerbund had
a conference with President Guggenheimer yester-
day at which final arrangements were made for
the opening of the Sangerfest in the 18th Regiment
Armory by Mr.. Guggenheimer next Saturday. The
opening address and the speech Of welcome will be
made by Mr. Guggenhemer.
Governor Roosevelt was to make the opening ad-
dress. but he forced TO decline, because of his
Western trip
The armory Is scene Of great activity, getting
ready for the Sangerfest. SeventY-hVe thousand
yards of bunting being used in the decorations.
An enormous platform for the singers is about
completed.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
DISPUTE AS TO WEALTHY MANS SANITY
HE IS TAKEN FROM sANAToRIUM TO COURT ON
WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS.

WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS.
Newton B. Stachelberg, twenty-three years DID,
who is said to be wealthy. brought before Jus
tice Dckey yesterday in the Supreme Court Spe-
cial Term. writ Of habeas corpus obtained by
Joseph D. Hart. StaChelberg for time has
been confined in Sanford Hall. a sanatorium in
Flushing. Abraham Levy. counsel for the reator
said he wished to have the sanity of Stachelberg
inquired into. He had been sent to the sanatorium
by his family. The petition, however. stated that
he was sane and should be set at liberty, while 1t
was contended, on the other hand. that he was in
sane and should be kept under control. 1t was al
legged that the young had lived fast life. and
that his condition result of his high living
The hearing not ended.
Late in the afternoon Justice Dickey decided to
refer the question of young Stachelbergs sanity to
the Sheriff's jury.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28

at an inopportune moment will neither be for
gotten nor work him harm in the by and by to
which he refers.
If some of those enthusiastic New-Jersey Re
publicans-they are all enthusiastic this year.
and the temperature rises only in individuals
and not in the masses-who employ some OF their
bubbing over patriotism in raising flags and
banners. will omit the capital b from the
middle of the of Theodore Roosevelt they
will be doing him a favor and themselves no
harm. Teddy is a plain blunt man, Rough
Rider in name and in fact when it comes to a
campaign against the enemies of the Republic
either at San Juan or within the Bryan camp.
There are a few Democrats in New-Jersey
who would welcome the nomination of Grover
Cleveland for President. but as they pass in
review they are found to be either those Demo-
Gratis who were once but have ceased to be in
fuentiaI in the politics of the State. Demo
Gratis who are not in sympathy with the men
in control and desire the revenues of
party power more than they do the regenera-
ton Of a patriotic political organization.
These two elements far in the minority
that they are scarcely ever seen and almost as
rarely heard.
A Passaic country newspaper regrets that
Theodore Roosevelt does not come UP to the
Horatian standard of a just man." Possibly.
But so far as heard from there is only
in this country who comes up to this particular
standard, and he isn't dead yet.
P. She lives in Passaic County.
Although Henry c. Kelsey, at one time Score
tary of State of New-Jersey, and for a long
time of the big Four" leaders of the
Democratic party in the State. is not taking
a conspicuous interest in New-Jersey politics. it
is mistake to suppose that he retired from
activity at the head Of the party because the
younger men treading on his heels. He
was in his day. as much of an imperialtst in his
leadership Robert Davis in New-Jersey, or
Richard Croker in New-York. His word, which
was the word of two three other Demo-
Gratis, was law in the conventions that nomi-
mated Joel Parker Joseph D. BedIe. Theodore F.
Randolph and George B. Mcclellan for Cover
nor. But, growing wealthy and having large bust
ness interests. which he did not care to neglect
and becoming disguised with the tactics Of the
Mcpherson and the Albeit clans he stepped
aside to obtain better view of the procession
as 1t passed Occasionally he has something to
say-Only a word two, it may be-which
generally hits the mark. His latest political ut
terance is, therefore. worth repeating He is
quoted as saying: There is no chance for any
possible platform that the Democrats can build
If they oppose trusts, they expose their own
investments; if they denounce imperialism
they dishonor the flag" Mr.. Kelsey did not
have to put his ear to the ground to hear the
rumble of the approaching downfall of the
Democratic party. By the way. it used TO be
said of him that he, because of slight deaf
ness, heard only what he wanted TO hear. 1t
would appear from his remarks that he still
hears as we'll ever when he is that way in
Clined.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
WEDDINGS IN NEW-JERSEY.

Bloomfield. June q (SpeciaD.-Two weddings were
celebrated in the Church OF the Sacred Heart IN
this place this morning. Miss Anna Theresa Moor
man. daughter Of Mr. and Mrs. Frank H Moor
man, was married TO Edward J. Hughes. by the
Rev. Joseph NJ. NaTdiellO Miss kathryn Daley
was bridesmaid and T. Henry Hughes. OF Mont
clair. best man.
Lee Bailey and Miss May Higgins also mar
man and Miss Catherine DurT. bridesmaid.
East Orange, June q (SpeciaD.-At the First Bap-
list Church of East Orange this evening Miss Bes-
sic Albert. daughter OF Mr. and Mrs Henry L
Albert, OF No. % South Maple-ave., married 10
Frederick Bement OF Sufield. Conn. The church
prettily decorated with palms and flowers. ana
the ceremony solemniZed by the Rev DonA-Ss
ID. Munro. pastor OF the church. The maid ~
honor was Miss Anna Royce Carr OF Passaic ~ ne
best Frederick T. Albert. brother or tns
bride. The ushers were H CLIFFORD Albert, brother
of the bride. Scott Adams, OF Springfield; Mass
Olln Skies. New-H0yeu. Conn. and the h0s
Franklin D. Elmer Of New-YOrk City
PIainheld. June q (SpeciaD.--A fashionable wed
ding was celebrated In the Second Reforme"
Church In SOmerville at noon to-day when MISS
Blanche Viedenberg Abbott was married 70 Aloets
Van Syckel Bergen, of Newark The ceremony ~
performed by the Rev. DR.. Charles DOdd. OF Fetitl
Memorial Church Newark. The church was nue. es
with guests. and was beautifully decorated w. w.
flowers The maid of honor Miss Grace SaIISSt
son. OF SNmerville. and the best man was Cn@lss7
Radcliffe. OF Newark
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
WOMAN IN COURT ON CRUTCHEs.

SAYS HER NEIGHBOR BEAT HER INTO
INSENSIBILITY.
Mrs. Della Hoffman, ffty-1ve years Old of No.
178 Ten Eyck-st, was object OF sympathy in the
Ewen-st police court yesterday when she appeared
to press charge of assault against her next door
neghbor. Adam Rogers. The woman had to use
crutches and her face cut and her head
swathed in bandages. From the testimony given
1t seems that the families good terms
until a month ago. One OF the boys of Mr. Pogers
annoyed Mrs. Hoffman the other day, and to fright
en- him she caught him and kept him prisoner in
her cellar for hour.
When the father learned this he went to her house
and beat the into nsensibnty. 1t is alleged.
She nearly tainted several times in while
telling her story Rogers placed under $500 bail
for a hearing the last OF the week.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
BLooMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL ErERcIsES.

Bloomfield, June q (SpeciaD.-The twenty
erth commencement OF the Bloomfield High School
vas held in the First Presbyterian Church tonight
OF the platform We're the members of the Board
OF Education. Superintendent Chancellor and the
Kew. George l. Curtis. the speaker OF the evening
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28
POTATO CROP INJURED BY BLIGHT

Riverhead, Long Island, June N-The potato
crop in this region is threatened by a blight The
leaves curl up and then the plant dies AS II looks
now there will be not more than half a crop.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28

three years ago did considerable lectqrng through
the country on China No word has been
ceived from him recently by his father. Robert
Ingram. and his sister. who live in Nneland, and il
is feared that he and his wife and TWO little chill
dren have been killed by the Boxers
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28

the fact that he refused to stir up party strife
at an inopportune moment will neither be for
gotten nor work him harm in the by and by to
which he refers.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-06-28

A Passaic country newspaper regrets that
Theodore Roosevelt does not come up to the
Horatian standard of a just man." Possibly.
But far as heard from there is only one man
in this country who comes up to this particular
standard and he isn't dead yet.
P. She lives in Passaic County.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-08-10
Chance to See Warships q Bath.

The Maine Central has arranged an ex
cursion so that everyone may have ar
opportunity to go to Bath, Sunday. Aug
T. and see the warships. A speeiaaetrair
will leave as follows: Wateryifie, $40 A
NJ: Augusta. $40; Hallowell. GIG; Gardi
ner, 9.25; Richmond. $50; Bath, 1855. The
rates of fare to Brunswick and return
will be: Waterville. $50; Augusta. 81
Hallowell. &c.; Gardiner. Soc; Richmond
45c. To Bath and return the rates will be
Waterville. $3.50; Augusta, 81. Hallowell
81; Gardiner; 90c. Richmond, zoe.
Returning leave Bath, r. NJ: Merry
meeting. els: Brunswick. go; arriving al
Waterville at $50
The battleship Texas will be in Bath
and will be open to the inspection of Wis
istors.
This will give an unusual opportunity
to go to Merrymeeting. as the special
train will stop at that station both going
and coming. This will probably be the
only excursion of the kind that the Maine
Central will run this year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-08-10
IMPROVEMENTS BEING MADE.
Ksnaebsc County Fair Grounds will Be in the
Pink Of Condition.

Extensive changes are being made at
the ~kennebec County fair grounds at
Monmouth which, when completed will
make the grounds one of the most desir-
able places in the whole State for holding
county fair. The grounds have been
enlarged by adding six rods on the west
side. thus giving a great deal more room
The cattle sheds have been moved from
the present location to the northeast cor
ner Of the grounds, leaving an open field
for the visitors. new dining HAN will be
erected and the track and grounds are
being put in the best possible condition.
The trustees are making arrangements
for the best fair that has ever been held
on the grounds. so that the visitors will
have an opportunity to attend. Sept II.
IL and Is. one of the best fairs that has
ever been held in this section
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-08-10
MARKET REPORTS.
NEW Yoak STOCK mARkeT


New York, Aug. 9.-Quotations were
hardly more than nominal in the stock
market. today. The variation during the
day was. scarcely appreciable in most of
the stocks traded in and the average level
of prices shows an insignificant change
on the day. But 1t was noticeable that In
any Individual stock in which a large or
der was executed the resulting price
movement was wide. Chicago q North
western for which there was q buying
order for several thousand shares was a
conspicuous example, running up nearly
four points. Buffalo, Rochester Il Pitts
burg rose four points on single transac-
ton. Realizing in Rubber cost that stock
two points. The renewed competition for
gold by Paris came as surprise to the
money market. This surprise was in
creased by the strong return from the
Bank Of France Tor the week. That in
stitution has gained 81. 5S0,0UU IN gold dur
ing the week and has reduced its out
standing loans over s33, 0O0, Geo Its note
circula ton has also decreased some 3l5.-
100000. That France under these circum
stances should still be seeking gold is a
measure OF the preparation Thought to be
necessary for the coming war loans. AS
to our own money market, the payment
hy the banks - the sub-treasury for the
gold bars e1Uted has wiped out their
eafIier gain3 bm that Institution and
established ~ pss of =, 3S5,fM Bug the
interior movement continues
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1900-08-10

ter in the town of Madison Is also men
toned as notable example" of utter
disregard Of the claims Of soldiers who
fought in the war for the Union. The
facts are that neither of the three ap-
plicants for the Madison office was a
soldier in the war Of 1861. Neither of
them was old enough to serve in that
war and one OF them was unborn at
its close. Thus both Of the Somerset
cases of alleged outrage treated in this
document. exhibit dense ignorance or
utter disregard of fact.