Omaha Daily Bee Newspaper, September 1, 1889, Page 1

" NINETEENTH YEAR. MORE FILHTING MEN, Germany Buntlng Her Plow Shares Into War Weapons. STILL AFRAID OF THE FRENCH, The Ooming of the Ozar Regarded as Very Doubtful. HIS VISIT TOO OFTEN DELAYED, The Bochum Congress Favors Tom- poral Power For the Pope. BISMARCK'S COLONIAL POLICY. The Ohancellor Anxious to In No Way Interferc With England’s Bchemes—Rigorous Passport Regulations, More Men of Blood. fCopyright 1969hy New York Associated Press.) BerLIN, August 31,.—The coming session of the reichstag is not expected to be stormy orsensational. Among the most important measures to be introduced is a bill which the government is preparing for credits to aug- ment and reorganize the army, in view of the continual increase of tho French and Rus- sian armaments. The members of the reich- stag and the public are being prepared for this line of significant articles in all the official organs. These papers are demanding an increase of the German foroes, which is calculated on the effective force that the new French military law will enable France to put into the field. Several petitions have been sent to the government from Alsace-Lorraine asking that the authorities be imstructed to miti- gate the rigors of the passport regulations. The petitions thus far have met with no re- sponse from the government. The Strausbourg Landes Zeitung even re- ports that the permission hitherto accorded in parishes adjoming the frontier to dispense with the exhibition of passports where there is frequent crossings for business purposes, {snow withdrawn. No reason for the with- drawal is assigned. There is no cessation in the press polemics on African aflairs. The Vossische Zeitung, commenting upon the appearance of the English blue book says that the object seems to ve to demonstrate anew, in spito of German indignation meetings and revilings against Bogland in regard to the Emin relief expedition, the fact that the Anglo-German understanding has not under- gone the slightest interruption. The Vossische Zeitung believes that this entente cordiale precluded the possibility of Germany landing the smallest countenance to any efforts like that of Dr. Peter's to interfere with the English pluns in contral Africa. The Boersen Zeitung declares that during the negotiations for a joint blockade Gormany gave formal assurance that the Emin proviuce, including Waddi, though ofticially abandored by Egypt, snould still be regarded, at least pro- visionally, as belonging to Egypt. ‘The assertion that a formal agreement was made 18 perhaps exaggerated, both the North German Gazette's attack on the Cologne Ga- zeotte and the national liberal party's organs favoring Dr. Peters, indicate Prince Bis- marck’s firm intention to give no offeuse to England n colonial matters. The Hanover Courier, Herr Bennigsen’s organ, deplores the misunderstandings created by the North German Gazette, and regrets that the frienas of Prince Bismarck and the emperor, in high position, should be at- tacked becuuse they failed to foresee a year 8go the rapproachment with England. The Frankfort Gazette similarly expresses surprise, considering the license Prince Bis- marck formerly allowed, that 1t should now be so dangerous to endeavor to ascertain in & perfectly passionless manner what are Germany’s rights as compared with English private transgressions. The Gazette asks in 8 tone of sarcasm, “What is the enormous price England must be paying for a totul suppression of even the most modest, expres- sion of public opinion regarding German colonial subjects.” ‘The Vossische Zeitung supports the atti- _tude of the North German Gazette. Telograms from Copenlingen represent the king of Denmark as surprised that his son- in-law should have so long delayed return- ing Emperor Wiiliam’s visit and as most anxious that this act of courtesy should no longer be aeferred; still after so many dis- appointments the statement that the czar has decided to come next week, meots with a deal of skepticism even in offi- olal circles, The bitter articles of the Berlin Post and other papers may be attributed to the annoyance caused by these delays. The Port declures the only way to turn the attention of Russia from war is for the European powers to give her free hand in Asia or the Balkans. The marrlage festivities at Copenhagen will bring alarge gathering. Iv is estimated that forty members of the imperial and royal families will be present, the assembling of whom gives rise to numerous betrothal rumors. The Bochum congress was well attended. There was some disappoiatment over the lack of original and practicai ideas for the amelioration of the condition of workingmen. Count Galen delivered the best discourse on the question, Six thousand per- sons assembled w bear Dr. Windthrost deal with religious education and the efforts of the centrists on behalf of the miners, The congress adopted an address in favor of the restoration of the temporal power of the pe. ‘The National Gazette, apparently the only suthority of the Chinese ambassador, denies the story that Count Von, Walanrsee elabor- wsted the plan of campaign for China during the Tonquin war. The Post issues an official denial that Ger- many has any desigus on Crete, ., e The Weather Forecast. For Nebraska: Fair stationary tempera- ture, except in southwest portion, slightly warmer southerly winds. For lowa: Falr, warmer 1n western, sta- tionary temperature in eastern portion, southerly winds. For Dakota: Fair, except local showers in northern portion, showers Monday, sta- tionary temperature in southeast por- tion, cooler in northwest portion, cooler Monday, southerly wiuds, shifting to west- erly. —— Ohief Grass s Sick. MiNNearoLs, August 81.—A special from Fort Yates, N. D, says: John Grass, the [Ereat chief of the Sioux, is seriously ill and Bot expeoted to live. CA “NAGIF‘R AMBITION. He Wants to Be President of the En- wineers' Institute, [Copyright 1589 by James Gordon Bennett.| LoxvoN, August 31.—[New York Herald Cable—Special to Tur Bee.]—A member of the instifute of civil and mining engineers of the Unitod States informed the Herald correspondent to-day that Andrew Carnegio was a candidato for the prosidency of the in- stitute. A delegation of the institute visited Europe this summer. The members were splendidly entertained in' England, France, Germany and elsewhere, Next year a dele- gation of engineers from this side will visit the states. Of course, they must be enter- tained. The president of the institute will be chairman of the reception committee. This position Andrew Carnegle is swmd to want very much. The Herald correspondent informant is a prominent member of the in- stitute and he states that Carneqie’s suc- cessful opponent will be Abram S. Hewitt. — - ¥ WHY STRONG WAS LET oUI. Kidder, Peabody /& Co 's Preference For Manvel Explained. CnicAgo, August 81.—[Special Telogram to Tur Breil—It is said this evening by & Chicago railroad man that the explanatien has finally been given why Kidder, Peabody & Co. preferred Mr, Manvel to Mr. Strong as president of the Atchison. It is known that Baring Brothers, of. London, were largely instrumental in floating Atehi- son bonds, and they had no difficulty in placing them, The Atchison has never yvet defaulted on the interest of its bonds, but it has not paid the interest with its earnings. Baring Bros. have stood in the breach and made good the deficiency, no matter how large the amouut. This was a heavy drag on the Londoun firm of bankers. Having almost or quite exhausted the amount originally obtained for float- ing the londs, in this exigency” they began looking about for a Moses who would lead the Atchison out of the wilder- ness. A coolness had already sprung up be- tween Kiader, Peabody & Co. and President Strong, and as this banking firm is prac- tically the American representation of Bar- ing Brothers, the report on the fitness of President Strone was naturally lukewarm or hostile. Baring Brothers also floated a large block of Manitoba bonds, and in . doing it were much im- pressed with the fitness of General Manager Manvel. This impression Presi- dent Hall was not slow to fostes, as he hon- estly believed Mr. Mauvel was one of the most, capable executive officers in the rail- road business. After many consultations with Kidder, Peabody & Co. it was decided to send representatives to Chicago and get an unprejudiced opinion of Mr. Manvel's fit- ness. The investigation was complote and created gossip at the time, none of which however, credited Mr, Manvel with a chanco for such & position us president of the Atchi- son. President Strong resigned while this investigation was going on, probably being the only man who guessed its intent, but his resignation was not accepted. As soon as the report was made, however, Baring Brothers concluded to make the change, and President Strong’s resignation was accepted. Into the Hards of the Opposition, NEW York, Auguss 3L.—The control of the Columbus, Hocking Valley & Toledo railroad to-duy passed into the hands of the opposition, Johu W. Shaw, president, re- signed and was succeeded by C. C. Waite, son of ex-Chiet Justice Waite, Takes & St'p Higher. MINNEAPOLIS, August 81.—President Hill, of the Manitoba road, to-day issued a circu- 1ar appointing A. L. Mohler general manager of the road, vice Allen Méuvel, resigned. P. P. Snipley was appointed assistaut general manag —_— MRS, SULLIVAN WAKED, The Big Fighter's Home Filled with Mourners and Friends. BosToN, Mass., August 81.—[Special Tele- gram to Tur BEg.|—The remais of Mrs. Michael Sullivan, mother of the immortal JohngL., were successfully waked to-night. The house was jam full of mourners and friends. No liquors were to be had, but cigars were in profusion, and the smoke brought out from every oye all remaining tears that sympathy had left unwrung. The women occupied the front room and the men the rear, while in the center passage way stood the bier with its flickering tapers. The conversation wae general, boing now and then interruptea by the wail of the wourn ers, John was visibly affected, and at times really shed tears. What little space was left from the crowd was occupied by the mass of flowers, which early to-aay camo pouring in from all over the country from friends of the fighter. One florist here says he has employed all the nelp-he can find and will be all night gettng up his orders. One of them 18 from Bud Renaud, of New Or- leans, and swill cost §100. All day long tele- grams of condolence have been coming in. The funeral to-morrow, for the son's sake, will be one of the largest ever seen in Boston. —— HENRY SHAW BURIED, The Bemains Placed in a Mausoleum Built in a Flower Garden. St. Louis, August 3L.—The late Henry Shaw, of botanical garden fame, was buried this afternoon from Christ church, on Thi teenth and Locust streets, There was a tre- mendous crush of people to witness the vens erable philanthropist’s funeral. Bishop Tuttle conducted the services, The honorary pall bearers included Goy- ernor Francis, Mayor Noonan and many other distinguished citizens of the city and state. The remains were deposited in a mausoleum, in the gardens, which Mr, Shaw had built us his last resting place. B — Twelve Men Hara to Get. On10aGo, August 81.—Tho proceedings of to-duy in the Cronin case make it more and more apparent that the selection of a jury is tobe a matter not involving days but wegks. Both sides are most searching 1n their ques- tions, and many jurors who at first question- ing appear to be eligible prove upon more minute nguiry to be wholly incompetent under the law. About twenty talesmen were examined to- day. When court adjourned this evening the case was still without a single juror who bad been aefinitely accepted. Three men who bave been examined by each siae have been “passed.” All of these are yet subject 10 re-examination and chnllengu. Too M. ¥y leen- GaixesviLe, Tex, August 8L—Deputy Marshal Carr arrested yesterday at Johun- sonville, Chickasaw Nation, a deputy United States marshal named Thomas lkes, who has been working for the Muskogee court. He 18 charged with bigemy, It is alleged that Ikes has three young wives in various parts of the Chickasaw Nation, and has never been diverced from auy of thew. Ikes will be taken to Paris, Tex., to-morrow for trial "OMAHA, SUNDAY THE LONDON STRIKE, One Hundred and Ten Thousand Men Out. A CRUSADE AGAINST CAPITAL. turers and the House-to-House Propaganda at Work. RADICAL CLUBS TAKE A HAND. The Public in Full Sympathy With the Toilers. SUBSCRIPTIONS BEING TAKEN. Discontent Long Suppressed at Last: Asserts Itself, and the Battle Raging Promises to Be a Stubborn One. The Army of the Discontented. [Copyrirht 1889 by New York Associated Press.] LoxpoN, August 31.—The long smoul- dering discontentg of the laborers on the London docks received a strong atimulus by the revelations before the lords’ committes on “sweating” last year. The leaders of the labor movement, seizing the opportunity, prosecuted a vigorous campaign in the East End aud fanned the embers of discontent until the dockmen, rousgd from the lethargy induced by their sordid surroundings, sub- mitted to the guidance of Burns and other active spirits, their concerted action leading to the present crisis. The continuance of the strike for seventeen days, and the strikers' determined attitude now, show that the leaders calculated the probuble coufse of the movement before notice of the strike was formally given. Interviews to-day with the functionaries whose duties bring them into daily contact with dock men and those of the allied em- ployments, show that for years past the con- dition of the doek men’s families has been as bad as any of tho worst cases before the “swoating” committee. The local radical clubs and other organizations are fully alive to the importance of striking while the iron 18 hot, They are greatly assisted by the lec- turers and by the house propo- ganda intended to foment discontent and forward, what in view of to-night's situa- tion and the strike committee’s latest mani- festo, promises to develop into an organized crusade against capitalism generally. The strikers adhere to their full demands, though the countenances of many who enter and depart from tue rellef committee’'s room plainly reveal sharp privation. Public feeling, both in the East End and in the city’s commercial circles, strongly favor the strikers. Local sympathy is act- ively exerted to supplement the various pub- lic subseriptions to afford practical reliet. To-day the employes of Yarrow & Co.,who are under a heavy contract to supply the government with torpedo appliunces, struck, while 5,000 iron workers at the Isle of Dogs have gone out for au advance cf 6 peuce. The dock laborers in the strike number 110,000. As an immediate sequence of their cessation 40,000 stevedores, 6,000 fightermen, 2,000 clerks and nearly fifty thousand grain wuighers ana laborers are 1dle. A mass meeting of dockmen will be neld in Hyde Park to‘morrow. The directors of the dock companies have absolutely declined to make any concession beyond what has already been offered, and matters remain in statu quo. The strike committee met late to-night at the Wade Arms and decided to withdraw their appeal for a general strike and to substitute an up- peal to the trades unions at home and abroad for tinancial help to continue the struggle. B THE GREAT STREATOR STRIKE. A Fair Prospect That It Will Soon Be Settled. Cincaco, August 8L—[Special Telegram 0 Tk Bee.|—There is at least a fair pros- pect of the great Streator strike being set- tled. Governor Fifer, who has been deeply interested in the struggle between the miners and their employers, and who has been much impressed with the accounts of the suffer- ings of the unfortunate strikers in the Spring Valley district, has resolved 1o take ahand in the matter and, if possible, to bring the unfortunate dispute to a peaceful and satisfactory termination, This morning a long conference was held batween Goyernor Fifer and a committee representing the strikers. A preliminary meeting haa been held last night at which Senator C. B. Farwell was prosect and expressed his readiness to do everything in bis power to bring about a settlement. He was not present at the con- ference this morning, but his views were represented by Railrond Commissioner Wheeler who also took part in the delibera- tions. The meeting was held in Governor Fifer's room and was not open to the press. The governor opened the proceedings by steting that he had thoroughly investigated the statements as to the sufferings of the strikers in the coal districts and he had made up his mind to take some active steps to bring the wretched state of affairs that existed there w a0 end, He also said that he was of the opwnion that the men were not sufficiently paid for ther labor, and he believed if they were not immoderate. in their demands a satisfactory settlement to all parties might be effected. Mr. Cowdrey and Mr. Detiviter both pointed out that the men’s demands at present were exceedingly reasonable, They said that the miners only asked to be paid at @ rate that made it possible for thgan, by great diligence and hard work, to earn $2 a day. Governor Fifer thought an able bodied man ought to be able to earn atleast $2a day in this country and he didn't consider such a demand unreasonable. He thought that if the miners and operators could be got together aguin somethiug might be done to settle matters, After a long discussion Mr. Wheeler rose and said that he desired to repest now whut he said when the conference broke up two woeks ago, that he had a sugiestion to make which he believed would bring about u satis- factory settlement. Ail he wanted wus the proper opportunity to offer that suggestion, Some more talk followed this remark and finally it was decided that the miners call a general meeting for 10 o'clock Monday morn- ing at Joliet, which the owners will be in- vited to attend. Governor Fifer promised te send Mr. Wheeler down as his representa- tive to the meeting where Mr, Wheeler, in the governor's name, will wake his propo- sition, The governor is so im- pressed with the rcasonableness of Mr, Wheeler's proposition that he told the MORNING, SFI’TE‘\IBI‘R 1, delegation that ho hnd evory reason to hnpo that the striko will be settled Monday. The governor has also decided to issue a procla- mation asking for contributions to help out the starving people in Spring Valley. Governor Fifer's only doubt about a pen- eral settlement being effected is with regard to W. L. Scott's employed. In case the em- ployes of the other operators should come to terms and Scott's men be forced to remain out, a proclamation for their special benefit will be issued. It is believed possible that Mr, Wheeler may be in & position to offer, on behalf of the railroads, such a reduction in the rates as will enable the operators to accede to the men's demands, - AN INSANE FARMER'S DEED. He Sets Fire to a Barn and Jumps Into the Flames. Newank, N.J. August 81.—The town of Paradise, N.J., near the Blue mountains, was the scene of a dreadful tragedy a day or two since. Phillip Heinickle, a well to do German farmer, furnished the sensation, but did not have the satisfaction of enjoying the sight of his neighbors’ surprise. Heinickle has for some time past made threats that he would burn the town, but little heed was paid to him. The other day he went to his barn, in which was stored all his year’s harvest, and kindled a fire at each of the four corners. ''h¢ barn was soon blazing, the flames and smoke showing for miles around. Hemickle stood watching the destruction of his property with perfect in- difference. Some of the farmers living near him saw the fire and came to help him save bis prop- erty, but with a gesture he refused their aid, and they could do nothing. The heat was 80 intense that they could not approach the burning barn. After standing by for a while they were horrified to see Heinickle deliberately throw himself into the flames. No one was near him at the time and nothing could be done 10 prevent the awful deed. When the fire haa exhausted itself and the embers had cooled so that u search among the ruins was possiole, his charred and half consumed body was found. aioile BEINE vty WAS SHERMAN INSULTED? Grand Army Circles Considerably Worked Up. Cmicaco, August 31.—[Special Telegram to Tnr Bee.|—Graud Army circles have been considerably worked up to-day by the reports 1n the moraing papers relating to an alloged insult to General Sherman by mem- bers of the Phil Sheridan post, of Chicago. The affair took place at Milwaukee yester- day forencon on the train which was about to leave for Chicago, The story goes that General Sherman and his brother were shown to a car which was afterward entered and claimed by a Chicago arty, members of Phil Sheridan post. Even the presence of General Sher- man, it is said, did not silence the protests of the party against the occu- pants of the car, and finglly the illustrious chieftain and his brother went out and left the Chicagoans in possession. A reporter called on Wm. C. Curtis, com- mander of Phil Sheridan post, this morning to get his version of the $ory. “It's an awkward affair,” snid he, “and it is not going to be an* eaty matter for us to make it appear just Fight in the eyes of the people, although we dig, nothing improper and are really not blameworthy. The fact is that the general wes a little tired and his brother a little too quick tempered, and they took offense where none was meant, The car which the general boarded was one which eight or nine of us had chartered, and as we had our wives with us we could do nothing less than insist on claiming the provisions we had made for their comfort. When the car was backed into the station and attached to the train & rush was made for it and when we reached it the seats were already filled. We protested to the porter, who immediately began to clear the car, explaining the situ- ation to the usurpers. It was not noticed at first that General Sherman was one of the intruaers, but as soon as he was observed the porter told him that he was n the wrong car, that his seat was in the coach ahead. The general didn’t seem to be much put out, but his brother flew all to pieces in a minute and denounced us for disturbing the old commander. Vice Commander Brown, a momber of the party, offered Gen- eral Sherman a seat, but the offer was re- fused. His baggage was picked up and car- ried into the car that should have been taken at first, the general following it, accompanied by Major Sherman, who was still buraing with indignation. Now, we intended no dis- respect to the general. We did not treat him rudely and he had nereason for geiting wrathy except that he was tired and didn't like to move. If our party had consisted of men alone, why, it would have been different. But, you see, we had eight ladies, and we were oblizged to consult their comfort. Besides) the general might have staid in the car, afjynow, had he chosen 1o accept the seat Mr, Hrown tendered him, and perhaps he would hjave done so if his brother hadn't been so hot. I regret the af- fair very much, and I realize how difficult it i8 going to be to set ourgelves right, How- ever, wo can state the fhols just as they are and let the people form! their own conclu- sions, 1f they won't bplieve us, then let them go to the conductor and the porter of the train. Both will c4nfirm what I have stated and what all the members of the party will tully corroborate,’s+ Attempted Forr WAYNE, Ind., August 8L.—The bag- gage room at the Pittapurg, Fort Wayne & Chicago railway depot was to-day the scene of an attempted murdel",'hh.h was only pre- vented by the prompt agkion of Policeman O'Ryan, Both parties cerned are colored men. The IHII“\AI‘I‘\"I Moses Moten, en- gineer at the KarhMurm,y manufacturing company's works, andthe man assuiled Roberts Barnes, bri n on the Grand Rapids and Indiana ay. Moten struck Barnes with o heavy cane aud was in the act of shooting him with & réyolver when he was seized. Mayor Harding bound the prisoner over in the sum of $500for assault and bat- tery with intent to kill, urder. No Whisky ¥er Soldiers. Lirrie Rook, Ark., Aigust 81.—There are between fifty and sixty saloons in operation in Little Rock. There is also here s United States army post. For some time past the soldiers have been ggiting drunk, apd, of course, were arrested | by the city pollue ‘To-day, by order of '.hf mayor, the saloon- keepers were notfiea’ that they must not sell liquor to United States soldiers pena'ty of 4 fine notless than §10 or ol than $100, L - Steamship Arrivals. At Hamburg—The Augusta Victoris, from New York. At London—The B;?owmore. from Bul- timore, A New York—La Bretague, from Havre; “l‘;w Greece snd Pu‘lhn Mounarch, from Lon- 1880~TWENTY-FOUR PAGE% R N UM BP R \ |CROSSING COLLISI0 A Union Pacific Frelght Crashes Into an Hikhorn Train. ONE MAN INSTANTLY KILLED, His Companion Sustains a Broken Log and Arm, WRECK OCCURS NEAR FREMONT. Nineteen Cars Derailed and a Hun- dred Hogs Slaughtered. A FATAL QUARREL OVER CARDS. Gamblers Engage In a Shooting Scrape at Alliance—Young Ames Dying—Mysterious Disappear- ance—Nebraska News. A Bad Wreck at Fremont. Frexost, Neb., August 81— [Special Tel- egram to Tue Bee.]—At 2:15 this morning & disastrous wreck occurred at the crossing of the Fremont, Elkhorn & Missouri Valley and Union Pacific roads six miles west of Fremont, A freight train of forty cars coming east over the Elkhorn road was run into by an east-bound freight on the Union Pacific as the former was crossing the track of the latter. Fourteen cars were derailed, nine belonging -to the Union Pucific and five to the Elkhorn. There were two cars of hogs on the Elkhorn which were wrecked and about one hundred were killed. They were shipped from Geneva and were billed to South Omaha. Two men were stealing a ride in an empty car on the Union Pacifictrain. One of them, John Shimberger, was killed almost instantly, and the other, Ethan Allen, had his right arm and left leg broken. They got aboard at Central City and started east to their home at Bris- tol, Tnd. Shimberger has a brother living at Central City. One of the Elkhorn cars was occupied by E. P. Fuller, of David City, and his two-year old trotting stallion, Me- Gregor Wilkes, valued at $10,000, on their way to the Omaha fair. The car was turned over on its side, the men escaped unhurt, and the horse with but slight bruises. The latter was led out through a hole cut in the roof of the car. Trains were passing on both roads at noon. The Union Pacific engine was in charge of Engineer Charles Sweesy, of Omaha. The wreck occurred on the opon prairie. Fatally Wounded in an Affray. ALLIANCE, Neb., August 81.—[Special Tel- egram to Tue Bek.|—Considerable excite- ment was occasioned in this city this after- noon by a shooting affray resulting over & game of cards, A man who has been work- g with the railroad bridee gang by the name of Fred Bishop became engaged in an altercution with two gamblers, and started for a hardware store with the avowed inten- tion of procuring a revolver and killing one of them by the name of Sam Ditto. He re- turned with a weapon and several shots were exchanged, Ditto succeeding in hitting him in the abdomen. The ball entered the left side, descending slightly and coming out on the right. The wound *Will probably prove fatal. Bishop 1s about twenty-three years of age and cawe from Terre Haute, Ind. Saunders County Teachers. Winoo, Neb., August 81.—|Special to Tnr Bre.]—The largest teachers' institute ever held in Saunders county has just closed. The enrollment reached 218, The teachers ex- pressea themselves highly pleased with the work done i all its departments. It cer- tainly stands second to none in point of en- thusiasm and diligent work of the teachers. The entertainments during the institute were well attended both by teachers and cit- izeas. At the close the teachers warmly commended Superintendent Dooley for the able macner in which he has conducted the educutional whtk of Saunders county. To the nstructors, Prof. T. H. Bradbury, of Wahoo; Miss Kate Ball, of Omaha; Prof. P, H. Watson, of Valparaiso; Prof. Dentou, of Chadron; Prof. Lehr, of Cedar Bluffs, and Prof. John Howie, of Bloomfleld, Ta., much credit is due to the success of the institute. A Successfal Institute. Awya, Neb., August 81.—|Special to Tur Bee.|—The teachers’ institute 1n session at the high school building 1n this city for two weeks past closed to-day. The enrollment reached 104, one-third more than at any iu- stitute ever held in this county. Superin- tendent Goodban secured the services of ex- cellent instructors, who were not only enthnsistic workers but who had the fac- ulty of creating a good lively interest in all the institute work. Resolutions were passea to-day by the teachers expressive of their high appreciation of the efforts of the super- intendent and instructors to make the insti- tute successful. It seemed to bo the opinion of all present that the term had been one of unusual interest throughout. Beatrice Temples of Thespls. Beatnice, Neb., August 31,—[Special Tele- gram to Tug Bee]—The magnificent new Paddock opera house will be formally opered on the night of September 14 by Milton Nobles, in “From Sire to Son.” A gala time is being arranged for. J. L. Tait has just closed a contract for a fine new public hall on Fifth street, to have # seating capacity of 1,200. The new build- ing will be generally devoted to light drama. 1t is to be completed by the holidays. Perkins Oounty OldgSet:lers, VexaNGo, Neb,, August’ $1.—([Special to Tue Bee.|—~The old settlers picnic, eleven miles north of Venango, at the residence of Mr. Harrison, was a decided success, The addresses were appropriate and everybody was satisfied. At noon the baskets were brought forth and the good things suved up for the occasion were enjoyed by the hungry, and the number wus many. Perkios county politicians were us hungry as wolves, and the button-holeing wus a serious obstacie during the speeches. This is the first old settlors meeting in the county. BraiNakp, Neb., Augull a1 —[Spu ial to Tue Bee. | —A hurveul picuic was held seven miles west of here yesterday and a lurge crowd attended. How s This, roner Opperam. BNOWNVILLE, Neb., August 81.—|Special Telegram to Tug Bee.|— The telegram which appeared in Tue Bee last Thursday in regard to. the floater found at this place the day previous has elicited some inquiry from friends of missing parties north, but owing to the fact that Coroner Opperam had the body of the dead wman interred without : hnldhuz an inquest no correct dcscflnllon oan be furnished them. The coroner's action has been reprehensible in other similar in- stances, Young Ames s Dying. Bramr, Nob, August 81.—[Special Tele- gram to Tur Brr.|—Jos Ames, the boy that was shot here yestorday, is alive, but failing very fast. Dr. Peabody, from Omaha, was up to-day. Hoe located the ball at tho base of his brain, but could not _get it out. The doo- tor says ho can't live to exceed forty-oight hours. Ames has admitted he stot himself, but will not give his reasons. When the girl, with whom he had been keeping company, called to se him, he told her it was all her fault. At Fort Kobinson. Fonrr RoniNsoN, Neb, August 81.—[Spe- cial Telegram to Tie Bee.]--The ladies of jeneral Crook’s party woent up to the buttes north of camp in an ambulance to sketch the camp to-day. Upon starting down to return the ambulance upset. Miss Corbin was very slightly injured. The troops were mustered by regiments for pay at4p. m. General Crook leaves to-morrow for Chicago. Gen- eral Brockenridge goes from here to the camp in Dakota. Donavan's Remains. KeArNEeyY, Neb., August 81.—|Special Tel- egram to Ture Bee.]—The remains of John Donavau, who was murdered yesterday at West Kearnoy, were shipped to-day to Columbus for interment. The coroner's jury decided this morning that he came to his death by a blow with a shovel, 1n the hands of George Vancil. This evenicg Vancil ap- peared in o justice court for a preliminary hearing. His attorney waived examination and the prisoner wus remanded to jal to await the September sitting of court. A Mysterious Disappsarance. STANTON, Neb., August 31.—| Special Tele- gram to Tur Bex.J]—The people of Stanton are very much mystified over the sudden dis- appearance of George Lane, a butcher of this place, He was at his place of business yesterday and apparently in good health, ‘The most thorough search to-day failed to discover his whereabouts. Ho came from southwestern Iowa here and hus a wife and tamily. . Tried the Landanum Route. Bearnice, Neb., August 81.—[Special Tel- egram to Tue Bee.]—A colored woman liv- ing in the cast part of the city triea suicide by the laudanum route last night. She took too big a dose and had to resort to a stomach pump for salvation. She has concluded to defer her trip up the golden stairs untit cooler weather. Gosper County’s Institute. Erwoon, Neb., August 8L.—|Special to Tue Bee.]—The Gosper county teachers’ n- stitute closed to-day. Seventy-five teachers have been in regular attendance and all have taken unusual interest. Suporintendent Thomas has been assisted by Edward Hea- ley, of Lexington, Neb., and Prof. Thomas Scott, of Elwood. Work on Alma's Court House. ALy, Neb, August 8L—[Special Tele- gram to Tue Bee.]—The contract for build- ing the new court house at this place was let t0-day by the county board to R. M. Liberty. ‘Work will be ccmmenced at once and pushed forward as rapidly as possible until the build- ing is completod. Dropped Dead of Heart Disease. Bearnicr, Neb., August 81.—[Special Tel- egram to Tue Bek.]—Orson L. Beckwith, an oid and esteemed resident of this city, dropped dead of heart diseuse At his resi- dence, corner of Seventh and Elk strects, about noon to-day, He will be buried to- morrow afternoon. _Drank Lye and Died. WiLLiins, Neb, August B8L—|Special Telegram to Tue Brr]—A two-year-old child of Thomas F. Potts, a farmer liviog one and a half miles northedst of here, drank concentrated lyo yesterday evening and died from the effects of it this afternoon. The lye had been prepared for scrubbing and was left sitting within the child’s reach. W. O. T. U. Workers. Wamnoo, Neb,, August 8L—[Special to Tue Bee. |—During the last three days the Fourth district convention of the W. C. T. U, has been in session here, and a vast amount of business has been transacted. Priz>s For Fire Fighters, Beatnics, Neb,, August 8L—[Special to Tue Be.|—The local fire aepartment has arranged for a series of vrize races to occur bere during the county fair October 1, 2, 8 and 4. The aggregate of prizes will be $200. Competition is open to this state and Kansas. Selling Morigaged Property. Pexpin, Neb., August 81.—|Special Telo- gram to Tne Beg. |—George Hull, an old and respocted citizen, was this afternoon ar- rested for selling mortgaged property, He plead not guilty and gave §1,000 bonds. e AFFAIRS IN HAWAIL The Leaders of The Recent Insur- rection Committed For Trial, SAN Franoisco, Cal, August 31L.—The steamer Zealandia avrived from Austria, New Zealand, and Honolulu this afternoon. It was considered probable here that Kim- berly would arrive from Samoa, but the steamer brought no Samoan passengers, Advices from Honolulu state that affuirs have been quiet there since the revolution of July 80. Robert Wilcox, the leader of the insurgents, and others, who were arrested, were given a preliminary examination in court on the churge of treason, conspiracy, riot and unlawful assembly, and committed for trial at the next term. The Second bat- talion of Hawailan volunteers, comprising all the native corps except the King's guards, have been disbanded and their arms re- turnea to the government. It is understood that this action was based on a report made by W. S Wood, adjutant, in which he declares thut he was unable to bring forwara any men of his command at the time of the insurrection. Many were in sympathy with the insurgents, and a number of them were actually with the party who attacked the palace. The United States man-of-war Nipsic, whichi arrived at Honolulu from Samos last month, is now undergoing repairs. The Honolulu Commercial Advertiser de- nies the report recently published in Amer- ica that United States Consul General Sev- erance was not Feceived there by King Kal akaus, and says that on the contrary So ance was most cordially reccived by the king el Stabbed His Wife, Forr Wavyg, Ind, August 3L—This worniog @ man who gave his nawe as Thompson, and says be has been employod as a reporter for a St. Louis paper, attempted to murder his wife while he was under the influence of liquor. He stabbed her repeat- edly in the arm with 8 penkuife, only ceas- ing when the knife blade broke off short. The woman's screams attracted neighbors, and Thompson was soon 1o custody. 1t suspected that the nawe given is assumed, The parties have lived in Fort Wayne but a short time, aud little is known of them. THE GOGEBIC ROBBER in the Wisconsin's Black Bart Hands of the Law. HE CONFESSES HIS CRIMES. Taken Into Custody by Plucky Michigan Offlolals, AND CLUBBED INTO SUBMISSION, The Murdered Flelsbein's Pocket= book in His Possession. WIDE-AWAKE BUCOLIC SLEUTHS, 1n the Quict Little Town of Republio the Bold Bad Man Who Reve cled in Daring Doods Gots Neatly Gobbled The Timber Terror Oaptured. MARQUETTE, Mich., August 81.—-Redmond Holzhay, the Gogebic stage robber, was oap- tured at Republic, in this county, this morn- ing. The mothod by which his capture was effected was as clever and neat as the ban- dit’s own exploits have been daring and as- tounding. There is no doubt whatever that Holzhay is the same man who startled the entire northwest about two months ago by going single bhanded through a train on the Milwaukee & Northern road at Ellis Juno; tion, Wis,, and levying tribute on o score or more of passengers; thit a few weeks later rode into a store in a small coun- try settlement, and &t the muzle of a revolver compeiled the proprietor to con- tribute the contents of his safe. and still later held up a trainon the Wisconsin Cen- tral raiway. Holzhay was brought to this city at 2 p. m. to-day and incarcerated 1n the county jail. To an Associated press reporter he said he had made for the thickets immediately after the stage robbery, He pushed rapidly east- ward and struck the Duluth, South Shore & Atlantic railway about fifty miles east of Nestoria, There he boarded a train and rode to Champion, the northern ter- minus of the Milwaukee & Northern. Repubiic lies ten miles south of Champion, and to that point Halzhay made his way on foot. He applied at the Republic house for lodging and was assigned to a rooni, It was about 6 o’clock yesterany afternoon when he arrived there. He ate supper and an honr later was shown to his room. The landlord observed a striking harmony with the description of the Gogebic stage robber, and informed the city marshal, who also had been notified by E. . Weiser, a justice of the peace. Weiser had met the man on the street. The marshal notified Oeputy Sheriff John Glade, and to- gether they went to the hotel. Finding the landlord already suspicious, their own suspicions were confirmed, but they decided not to disturb the stranger in his room. They were certain he was well armed, and would shoot if disturbed. It was therefore con- sidered best to wait until morning, und the plan of capture was quickly determined upon. Holzhaye arose at 6 o'clock, ate a light breakfast and pmd his bill. He had a checkered quilt rolled up and bound with & small rope. In this improvised grip he car- ried a change of clothing. Slngiug the bundle over his shoulder he started off, mtending to make for the Wisconsin lumber camps. OMcers Glade and Weiser were awaiting his appearance on the street, They were dressed in citizens' clothing to avoid arousing suspicion, As Halzhay ap- proached them they walked toward him, ap- parently in earnest conversation and paying no attention to the stranger at all. When they came to him they parted to allow Halz- hay to pass between them. No sooner were they abreast than the ofticers seized their man, one at each arm and shoulder and threw him to the pavement. Halzhay strug- gled and tried to roach his hip pocket, nearly succeeding in doing so. At that moment Policeman Whalen came up and with his stick gave the pros- trate man a rap on the head which quieted him, and he made no further rosistance, Handcuffs wero tien upplied and the terror of northern Wisconsin and Michigan was secure in the hands of the law. A purse found on Holzhay's person bore the name of A. Fleischbein in large lettors on tho inside cover. Fleischbein was the man who wag killed during the attack upon the stage. i Gttt THE UHICAGO ANNEXATIONS, A Buit Brougnt Which Will Test ‘Their Fegality. Ciicaao, August 81.—Proceedings tending 1o test the legality of the recent election by which the surrounding suburbs were an- nexed to Chicago were had in the circuit court to-day. Treasurer True, of tho ane nexed town of Lake View, had begun suit to compel the county treasurer to turn over to him, as treasurer of Lake View, the taxes cotlected in that end of New Chicago, on the theory that the recent annexation was un- constitutional. Arguments were heard to- day on that point, and the court decided agminst Mr. True, An appeal was taken to the supreme court of the stato and will come up before that tribunal in October. In case the aunexation is declared unconstitutional thie decision will apply to all the other sub- urbs recently anne Holyoke's First Convention, Horvoke, Col, August 81.—|Special Telegram 10 Tk Bre.]—The first republi- puvention in Phillips county was held here to-day, placing in nomination county officers as follow: Treasurer, B. A, Has kins; judge, . C. Westover; clerk and re- corder, J. M. Cullis; sheriff, L. C. Wither- bee; superintendent of schools, A. ¥. By- bee; assessor, J. H. Chiinott: surveyor, J. W. Whibple; coroner, L. P. Lewls; com- missioners, M. Cunnisgbham, C. M. Dille and F. W. Hawkes, The best of barmony pre- vailed and & strong ticket was the result, insuring to the republicans of the new coun« ty un easy victory at the coming election, A \l"(ru SAN ANTONIO, Tex., August 81,—Last night Mary Site, o fourteen-year-old girl, daughter of respectable white persons liv- ing on West Houston street, was awakened by & hand upon her throat, and opening her eyes saw & burly negro near her bed. She screawed, and the powerful ruffian seized her in his arms aud hurled her bodily against the wall, stunning her. He made his escape, butnot until the parents had seen bim, He was identified as John Williams, a negro who is employed at the gas works. He was arrested this morniog and lodged in jail, charged with assault with inteot to come miL rape.