The Paducah Daily Sun Newspaper, December 8, 1896, Page 1

‘PADUCAH VOLUME 1—NUMBER 75 “WEYLER WOUNDED General Maceo Has Crossed the Spanish/procha With a Big Foree. SCOTT JACKSON MUST HANG, Two Hundred People Poisoned By Arsenic | AMERICANS LEAVIN FOR CUBA, Havana, Dec, 8.—It is reported] * here that General Weyler bas been wounded in a battle with the Cubans. General Maceo has crossed the Span- ish trocha with a big force. Intense excitement pervades this city, and the report that Maceo is at the city gates is expected at any time, It is believed here that the iasurgents have struck a decisive blow. Did Not Attend Ca . Washington, Dec. 8.—The silver senators, who bolted the Republican convention at St. Louls did not at tend the Ropablican senatorial eau- cus this morning. ‘There has been a good deal of speculation as to what they would do. Scott Jackson Must Hang. Frankfort, Ky., Dec. §.—The Court of Appeals has affirmed the judgment of the lower court, which sentences Scott Jackson to be hanged for the murder of eral Bryan. Wholesale Poisoning. Milwaukee, Dec, 8.—This city is lover the dis- covery of arsenic in flour. Two hundred lives are endangered. ‘This discovery following the recent at- tempt at poisoning by putting arse nic in bread has frightened the whole Sixty young Americans have left New Orleans to join the Cuban iusur- gents. Andy Roark, said to be 130 years old, died today at Middlesburg, in Casey county. "Squire Jos. Carter fell into the fire in his home in Whitesburg and is dead from the burns received. Percy Sullivan has been given a four year's sentence at Indianapolis. He was convicted of forgery. Eight hundred deaths are reported from the plague in Bombay. J. 8. Coots, a prominent citizen of Owensboro died at his home today A MURDER MYSTERY May Soon Be Cleared and the Murderer Caught. e Greer’s Assissian Said at Last to Be Known. mysteries that may the was One of the deepest ever enshrouded a crime short time be cleared, and derer of Joe Greer, who down in his own door two years ago this coming christmas eve, may be Drought to justice Greer was a perate who had infested the vicinity of Al toona, Marshall connty, for many years. He wasa deadly enemy to Ube Layton boys, and in several 1 lees shot various people, one being a young man named Burke. He was dried and sentenced to the peniten- tiary for one year, aud when the ver- dict was read, Greer jumped up and cursed the judge and jury, swearing that he should never have been cap tured had he known they would con vict him At the expiration of his term he returned home and resuned his old life and babits, but had been at home only ashort time, when Christmas eve night he was called to the door by two men on horse back, They inquired the way toa neighbor's, and as Greer turned to point it out he was shot with a deuble-barrelled shot gun and killed, His assassins were never discover- ed, and the mystery seemed to deepen as the months rolled by. But now comes the rt. A detective bas been working on the erse at odd times for nearly two years, and ¢ laims to have at last dis- covered the murderer, who committed the crime for $500, being instigated by another man who was never suspected. Both men are now living, and it is said that the meshes will soon tighten about one or both of them. F Several persons were at various times suspected ef the murder, but no evidence could ever be obtained strong enough to warrant an arrest. Greer has nevet been forgotten, and sithough few regretted his death, there are many who would like to learn who killed hir BUSINESS AND PLEASURE, A Party of Distinguished Gen- themen Passes Through Paducah, in a mur- shot character interestiog A party of distinguished gentlemen arrived in the city this forenoon, bent ‘on both business and pleasure. They are: Messrs. W. D. Vincent, Chas, Sauer, Sr., and Chas. Sauer, Jr,, of La Grange, Ky., and J. M. Tharp, L. E. and W. M. DeHaven, of Shady Grove, Ky. Messrs, Vincent. and Sauer, Se., composes commission appointed to divide the estate of the late J DeHaven, one of the most distin- guished circuit judges in the state, He died two years ago at his home inthe Seventéenth Judicial district, and the comrissioners are now out looking after his estate Mr. is the surveyor of the party. A Large and Audi- ence Hear Re nthusiastic enyl. There was a large audience last night at Morton’s opera house to en- joy the Remenyi concert. It was one of culture and refinement, and the gifted genius had the most un- qualified attention throughout the evening. Asa master of the bow, his skill is too well known to now call for comment. His audience was appre riative and demons trative,and he was encored at every appearance. Miss Flora Parsons, the solo pian- ist, and Miss Flo: Adler, ¢ prano of euperb voice, lent additional charm to the entertainment, and their equals have not been seen in Padu- cab for many a day. umbian Club, under whose entertainment was given, is entitled to the gratitude of the lorge crowd in attendance last night: This morning at 8 o'clock Prof. Remenyi and party left for Hopkins- ALL IMAGINATION About an Attempted Rape Near Sharpe. A Would-Be Th Unexpectedly Confronted By an Early Riser, The head letter scare about an at- tempted rape near Sharpe, at Squire 3. 8 posumaster a Sharpe, was all nonsense, and cer- tain newspaper reports about a young lady being choked and the imprint of her assailant’s nails being left on her neck is simply a perversion of truth. The Suv 1s the only paper that had 4 correct account of the affair. 1 was an attempt to steal and not to outrage. There were two men, and ove remained at the front while the other walked to the back door, When he reached the e the young lady walked out and the marauder was as badly frightened as she was and «lid nothing to indicate that his intentions were to assault the young lady. The excitement around Sharpe was for a while great, but the facts were finally learned and it was de- cided if any strange colored men were found, to administer a good lashing and let him go. Johnson's, BADLY WANTED. Sheriff Jones Arrives Fr Te Jim Harris. Sheriff 8B. F. Jones, of Trenton Tenn., arrived ia the city this morn- ing after Jim Harris, the m > ar rested by Chief 1 , Saturday night suspected of being a fugitive felon. Harris, it will be remembered, at- tempted to abduct Sarah Upshaw who was living with Tol Harris, near %. He was shot io the wrist by the latter,"and came to Paducah and swore Oul a warrant for malicious shooting. Tol Harris’ wife came to ducah Saturday in Jim Harris and the girl, and inform, «d Chief Hall that Harris was wanted in Gibson county, Tena., for shoot. ing aman. This proved to be cor- rect, and the sheriff arrived toda On December 22, of last year, at Trenton, Teno Jarris shot Chas aylor, a white man, who recovered Harris clams the shooting was done in self defense. m Tren ton, Aiter Pa- search of ALF SHELBY Paducah Wit- Nerses: Alt Shelby, son of Mort Shelby who was badly injured recently in’ a fiybt near Bandana with old man Taylor and his son, is in the city to- day. He is here io secure several wit- nesses he desires to introduce in the trial at Bandana tomorrow, but most of the witnesses express themselves as being unwilling to go, fearin trouble. Doctors’ certificates of il ness will be greatly in demand to- morrow, Rome Taylor, the young man who was struck in the bead with a gun by Alf Shelby, is almost entirely well, The case will be tried tomorrow against both the Shelbys and Tay- lors. mes to After Notice to Epworthians, The Union Epworth League at this city will meet tonight at the Broad- way M. E. church at 7:30 o’olock, All friends are invited to come and members are asked to be present the following program has been arrauged for the meeting: Kees eurg oa Prayer ‘Talk—"How can the League Best Help une Pastor,” by Rev, H. B, Jobuson, Bentence prayer Rong. Talk—" Practical Work for the Coming Win ter,’ Rev. &. T, Ward. Song. Business Bey Bittinas, Sec, Planting Poles. ‘Telegraph poles are today being planted from the incline below the city to the union depot and up to the city for stringing the Western Union and railroad cable wires. SHORT SESSION. But the Council Transacted Much Business. ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS, Bat es, as Stated in Sun—Old Po- Two Char Yesterday lice Foree Re-ap- pointed, SOME IMPORTANT MATTERS CONSIDERED. CEMETERY COMMITTEX Chairman Williamson moved that D. J. Milam, colored, be refunded $2 for a lot in Oak Grove, which he has vacated FIRE COMMITTEE. Chairman Kamleiter presented the fire chief's monthly report, also that of the water supply company. were concurred in. The annual report of Chief Voight of the Fire department, also read, It showed that 65 had been made. ‘The greater losses are J. L. Kilgore, $13,000. Kinney Veneer Co., $23,000 Mrs. Mary Wade, $4,000. He also reported that about per cent. of the losses occurred out- side the fire limits, where water could Chief Voight reports greatly improved fire facilities, The total expenses for the ye: $4,511.40. The re- nong other thin, commends tance of the fire The report was received was not easily be procured were committee. and filed irman Kamleiter repor’ed that artment needs two heavy rses for the new chemical engines The fire committee and mayor were authorized to purchase two new horses. Mr. Kamleiter asked that the coun cil direct the ordinance ommittee to the fire department ordi e, waking provision for statiou- men required at the new engine bouse, and for a captain, to govern the men during the absence of the chief. The was con- curred in. remodel suggestion PARK COMMITTEE. Chairman Kirchofft reported that the benches ‘a Yeiser Park had been removed the court house, in good condition, and that there would further park until report was received. NEW BUSINESS. into be no expense spring. Mr. Williamson presented a peti- tion for ielief for over assessment from Mr. G. G. Exall; also from Miss Sue Atchison. Referred. Major Barnes submitted specifica- tions for repairs on improved streets, as detailed in the recent report of the street committee. Mr. Barnes stated that he brought up the matter be: ere was some question as to s. He thought that a much hetter system of street repairing could be adopted. Mr Livingston not think Mr. Barnes’ were quite plain enough, eed with him, The deferred and the 1 printed oae securing crit- stated that he did specifications Mr. Wil- liamson matter was specification was orde ime for the purpose of cism. Specifications for «a Broadway storm water sewer were read, This was also ordered printed in the papers one time. The matter of maintaining the garbage float below the city was brought up and was reterred to the sanitary committee with power to act. The float will likely be dispeused |* with until spring Councilman — Liebel stated that there was now no way of getting to the city pest house except by tearing down fences, It has been fenced in and Mayor Yeiser stated that the deeds were defective, and the city probably had no right to tear down the fences. City Attorney Husbands was instructed to look into the matter. Councilman Rinckleff read a prayer for rehef from over assessment from Mrs. John W, Harris, Mr. Starks stated that the matter had been be- fore the relief committee twice, and that the committee did not feel like assuming any more responsibility, The communication was received and filed. A communication was read from property owners on Maclison street, asking for an extension of the water mains from Madison street and Eleventh to Fourteenth, The water company was «directed to put in mains not earlier than April 1. City Engineer Wilcox asked that some assistance be granted him in making out estimates for streets, Granted, ‘The regular session of the common council Was held last night, Yeiser presiding, As it was general ly known that the regular annual election of officers would be held, the crowd of spectators completely o' flowed the council chamber, The session was remarkably brief, and in- side an hour and a half, $10,000 had been paid out and $27,000 taken tn, the annual electlon of officers held and tke regular routine business transacted, All the members were present. The following is alcompletelist of the officers elected : Lockup Keeper—Harry Kellar. Street Inspector—J. W. Cosby. Liveuse Inspector—J. A, James. City Engineer—Jas. Wilvox. Both |‘ PADUCAH, KENTUCKY, T City Weigher—E. Ww. Pratt. “ Market Master—John Smith. City Physician—Dr. Harry Wil liamson. Chief of Fire Department—Chas, Voight. Chain Francis. Police Officers—Henry —Singery Frank Orr, Frank Harlan, R. K Sutherland, Tobe Etter, Cross, J W. Hall, (night chief), Jas. Crow Jeff Barnhart, L. L. Jones, Eaker, Albert Senser, Joe Ullman. Wm. Johnson, Sherman Phillip, F M. Bond. Gang Boss—John W TH® SESSION, Mayor Yeiser called the ‘meeting to order at 7 o'clock and the minutes of the past meeting were read and approved. FINANCE COMMITTER. Chairman Ringkliffe, of the com- mittee on finanee, submitted the fol- lowing bills, which were duly allowed by the council: Hauling partment power house (eity wineer's account account scales, (improvements) mhaM (and others, coUpt we fant) 3 Vay roll (regular) was allowed for city officers. Before presenting the bills Chair- Renckleff moved that in all in- es where the city owed mon: to any one, andsthe latter owed tax es, the «mount of taxes due the city should be deducted from the amount the city allowed the former. The motion prevailed. The New Howards were $20 of aarear account. $12 was allowed extra pay for fire-nen. The quarterly report of City Mar- shal Collins was read and adopted, and the usual commissions allowed. Tax Collector Katterjohn present- eipt from the city treasurer 5,000, the amount of taxes He was duly credited. ORDINANCE COMMITTRE. Chairman Farley stated that the committee drafted no ordinance, as instructed, for the improvement of Fountain avenue, op the west side only, from Broadway to Jefferson allowed Frank S}oase against J. W. and Kd. H.W. Brown j _ DAILY UESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1896, SUN. 'THE GRAND JURY, Baking Powder Frauds. ‘nuns. Holiday Goods All Displayed JUDGE SANDERS REFERS THECASE This Morning T. W. Gasho'’s Wife Arrived From PEyansville —Lives at Somer- ville, Ind, THE YOUNG MEN IN A BAD Fi turned the| Gasho, ant A. T. Butler chatged with ob hg money under false-pretenses, over to the grand jury, now in session, and the wit- nesses were recognized to appear be- fore that 10 o'clock this worning. 303-307 Broadway. The commonwealth had not a ared all of its witnesses this morn-| 109-117 N. Third St. ing ahd wanted a continuance, but Judge Campbell objected, and Major Harris, wh been employed to assis§ in the defense, suggested that it be turned,over to t! Judge Sanders said his hands of the case | referred it to the grand jury, fixing the bonds at $800 each. Judge Campbell, for the defense. demufred, aud said if the bond were smaller his clients would execute it Judge Sauders replied that he thought bonds were too low, as a ru‘e, in Paducah, aud adhered to his previous ruling ‘The prisoners were remanded to jail. A young lady, exceptionally ; arrived on the Joe Fowler th. ing, and is said to be J. W. (iasho's wife. She resides at Somervill Ind., but has been living in Kv ville, She appears to be greatly in- terested in the case, but declined to attend court, and seemed very to conceal her relations to ( whatever they may be, from every one. She evaded answering the! Jwige Sanders today rettyy practiced 1 rhe street. A question as to the legality being ed, the matter was referret to the city attorney for special inves- tigation. Chairman Farley stated that in regard to a **bucket-shop”’ ordinance be had discovered that there was al- ready an ordinance fixing the license at $100. It was also referred, as the mayor said the ordinance was defective. An ordinance viding for the improvement of rteenth street trom Broadway to Jefferson was read and at the close Couacilman Carter announced that he had a strong pro- test, and at his suggestio&, seconded by Councilman Farley, the ordinance was deferred. An ordinance was read amending the fire department ordinance relative to the age of chiefand firemen. It amended the ordinance by inserting the provision that age should be no disqualification. The limit now, under the old ordinance is not more than 50 years for chief and 45 for stationman. This evoked some discussion. The ordinance was given first passage by a vote of 11 to 1, Councilman Carter voting nay. STREET COMMITTEE, pr ' Chairman Carter presented the estimate of Contractor Corroll, for ing and g ing Fountain Ave- nue, and the acceptance of the street committee of the work performed. The report was concurred in, and a resolution adopted to that effect The work was done b Mr. E. C. Terrell for $1,686.70, A deed to street property on West Jefferson street from former owners and ratified The amount of $77 was allowed, RELIEF COMMITTER Chairman Stark read a protest from John Zorn, relative to over- assessment. He claims that his out- fit and stock is worth but $500, the assessment being for $1,000. The request was granted, Payne was for over-assessment, Joe Peal was refunded poll tax, $1.20, claiming that he is not twenty one, refunded $2.40 LICENSE COMMITTEE, Chairman Livingston read an ap- plication for liquor license from Mrs. Sam Williams. Granted and bonds- n ratified Vhe Mayor stated that Mr, Mike Bradley's cow had fallen into a gravel pit and killed itself, and that he wanted pay for it, It was referred to the relief committee and street in- spector. A lengthy communication was read by the Mayor relative to the purchase of a pair of blood hounds for use in tracking criminals, It was from J. W. Brown, and on motion it was re- ceived and filed, The request of an I. C, watchman for special police power was de- ferred, An election of officers was then entered into, Capt. Carter suggested that the names of all the policemen be read together. Mr. Jas, E, Wilcox was nominated for city engineer and unanimously elected. questions this morning when a Sux reporter questioned her, but never- theless did not make an unequivocal denial. She stopped at the Palmer House. Thp grand jury did not take up today, owing to a rush of Gasho has been expecting | ee Saturday, and asked OMi@er Jones to keep a lookout for Our stock is replete with the latest things domestic manufacture in Fine China, Cut Glass, Fancy Baskets and Handsome Lamps. Selecting your Christmas Presents now you have first choice from the leading stock of Paducah. Elegant line of CHAFING DISHES just received, 2 8 é : , foreign and GEO. O. HART & SON HARDWARE AND STOVE CO. (INCORPORATED.) Be Sure You’re Right on Footwear $ There are lots of tricks in the trade, and they are re than you think, but not here. This Store makes you sure you're right. This Store guarantees you a safe investment for every dollar you put into the SHOE we sell you, STORE, full of GOOD SHOES at PRICES that worry our competitors out of their sleep, n rett easy when you buy your shoes of 321 Broadway. GEQ, ROCK & SON. $ It isa GOOD SHOE You her. This afternoon Mrs. Gasho visited her husband at the jail, and will probably remain until the ease is set- tled. She arrived Sunday instead of today. . Mis naanaranananannanrnanns Saloon Keepers Fined About twenty-five saloon keepers were fined $10 and costs each in the pojice court this morning. Most of them pleaded guilty, and this may obviate any indictment by the grand jury. A happy man is always-a healthy one. It is impossible te’be happy or cheerful or usefal when one is suffer-| ing froma discomfyfting- cold or a nasty little cough, / It ia. wonderful that people will ga on ftom day to day suffering from \ these distressing disorders when relict is so easily ob tained. Dr. Bell’s Pine Tar Hotey cures cou; hs aud-eoles-of all descrip- |» tions. It is swift and sure. Sold by all draggists The Finest Line of \ Perfumes v Ever bronght to Paducah is now displayed at Nelson Soule’s. 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