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ALTON WEEKLY TELlGfcAPH, THURSDAY, JAN. 30, WEEKLY TELEGRAPH, 0i Till! ALTON TKU20RAPH PRINTINO CO Price. Si. as THE cane of Gen. John I.

Rlnakor, la the seat of Finis E. Dowi.npin Congress will come tip this for settlement and It is vary probable that General Rinaker will be plvfn seat. If he Is, it will the Illinois delegation in Congress, Republican. JOSEPH CHAMBEKLAIN, now the moot prominent man in England, took etronp; grounds, Saturday, in a speech for permanent peace between America and Great Britain. He advocated tho settlement of the Venezuelan affair by arbitration.

It is quite probable that Mr. Chamberlain would not have en as he did unless he bad the content of his chief, Lord Salisbury. ST. t'AUL will probably lose the Q. A.

R. Encampment this year because the refusal of the Western Passenger Assoclntation to make concessions in railroad rates and extension of time. When Informed that the roads of the Joint Tariff Association had declared that 1 t't-y would not grant terms more favorable than those already made by the Walkdr said: "Then there will be no Q. A. R.

encampment this year. We must have thirty-day tickets or we will not hare any encampment," from Springfield in all the newspapers are unanimous, that John R. Tanner is very far in the leid n.i a candidate for Governor. Hon. Vlbert J.

Hopkins, is the only competitor of Tanner's who seems to particular backing. Mr. Hopk'nu la quite an able man having been in Congress for ten years. His fnllo.vi 1 for Governor, at the present time 'H -o small ao to give but little hope that he will be able to stem the tide Tanner's candidacy. Jim Martin out simply to keep other count io'-i from instructing for Tanner.

OOBBISTT was quite severely puniHhod Saturday night by a in the theatre in which he He requested Corbett to in the building, and for reply was thrust out of the room. The watchman tried to re-enter and "was struck and knocked down by whnii he landed a blow on Oorbeti'H nmith which knocked him down. Corbett again seized the watchman and threw him down stairs but in going down he seized Corbett the feot and dragged the pugilist uftor him, thurnpty-burnp, down each stop. Both were quite severely punished. IT done not make much difference G'mieral Harrison goes, he is the oub'iect of the greatest Interest.

His are closely watched, and when opportunity offers great at any point he is supposed ID be present. Yesterday in "Washin D. 0. thousands rushed ti tho when it wnn known he was to make an argument before the Court. Naturally would bo little to attract any great attendance in the dry details of a legal so well known is Mr.

Harrison for his peculiar gift to invest any subject with interest upon which he may speak, that hundreds had to be turned away. And when liia argument was over, the audience quickly scattered. Whatever the pol- ioians may think, the people evidently admire the eloquent and able ex- Preisicl- nt. Till': London Times In speaking of interest in the Armenians payw the following compliment to people of this country, and at the same tame pats its own nation on the shoulder: "It is not expected that America will DO far depart from the sagacious principles of Washington's farewell message (address) as to draw the sword in behalf of the Ameuians. But the American people are the only people except ourselves, not perhaps wholly incapable of making war on behalf of the oppressed without regard to national interests." Mr.

Chamberlain in his Saturday night speech, proposed an Anglo-American intorloronuo in behalf of the Armenians. I England and America were so thoroughly united that they would bo willing to settle all their own diff- erenceti arbitration, their voices again; I tho horrid butchery of Armenians would be heeded without the resort to arms. SBNATOK Thurston, of Nebraska, delivureil a patriotic speech in the Banuto chamber, Tuesday, on the Davis resolutions explaining the Monroe doctrine. He took Senator Wolcott to task for his laudation of England and his opposition to the Monroe dootrino. When he concluded nearly every Senator in the chamber congratulated him, the Democrats being the first and most earnest In extending this evidence of tbolr appreciation of his position.

This was was in marked contrast to the treatment Woloott received at the conclusion of his brilliant but mistaken effort lUr a few dayi agp. Not a single Senator grasped his hand, or approved of bis speech, and yet Wolcott la one of the most popular men personally, while Thurrton is as yet practically a stranger. This shows the temper of the body, and leads to the conclusion that thera not much doubt that the Monroe doctrine, as declared by the President and Secretary of State, will be sustained by the Senators. TUB House, on Monday, after four hoars debate, passed the Senate resolution goalling upon the signatory powers to the treaty of Berlin, to put a stop to the massacre of Armenians by the Turkish authorities. Mr.

Hepburn, of Iowa, amend the resolutions by requesting the United States government to give the Turkish Minister at Washington bis passports and sever diplomatic relations with the Sultan, or "murderer of Christians," ad he termed the head of the Turkish nation. While Mr. Hepburn's views were popular in the House, yet under the remonstrance of Hitt, Chairman of the Foreign Relations committee, the House voted for the more conservative course. It probably may look somewhat presumptuous on the part of Congress to ask England, France, Russia, Germany and other powers to do something that this country is either unwilling or unable to do. It may be all right to stand off and give directions, but it would appear a good deal better to offer the powers the assistance of a little navy to bring the brhtal Turks to terms, or otherwise not to interfere at all.

Republican State Convention. The State committee together Tuesday evening; in Springfield, and fixed the date and place for. holding the Republican State Convention. Peoria and Springfield contested for the place. The latter place was chosen by a vote of IS to 11 cast for Peoria.

The time agreed upon was April 29, and the basis of representation was fixed at one delegate for each 300 votes oast for Harrison in one additional delegate for- each 150 votes in excess of that number. This will make a convention of 1,335 delegates, the same as that of last year. A Grand Speech. The address of ex-Governor Joseph W. Fifer, delivered at the Republican Lovefeast, was by large odds, the ablest and most satisfactory beard on the occasion.

The ex-Governor never did himself more credit, and never gave his Republican admirers greater reason for being proud of him. Private Joe is a growing man, whoso intellect is expanding, and like ex- President Harrison, is able each year to reach to deeper depths of thought than over before. If Illinois wants a home man to vote for in the National Convention, Fifer would come nearer filling the bill than any other statesman that we know of in Illinois. The Love Feast. Most of the Altonians in attendance at the Republican love feast in Springfield returned Tuesday although several remained over to hear the In point numbers and results the affair was an immense success.

Representatives hall was packed all day Tuesday with crowds of people to listen to the speakers, and hundreds were unable to gain admittance. The program began at 10:30 in the morning. Senator Dave T. Littler, of Springfield, delivered the address of welcome. He was followed by Senator Oullom, who delivered a lengthy address on party issues.

Ex-Govs. Fifer and Hamilton also spoke in the morning. At 1 o'clock the program was adjourned until 2:30, and the crowd then changed its location from the hall to the Leland Hotel, where all the candidates had their headquarters. The corridors and halls were a mass of surging humanity, all pushing around and visiting the various candidates headquarters. The rooms of John R.

Tanner were always crowded, and Mr. Tanner received the callers in bis usual hearty and unaffected manner, and always created a favorable impression. The rooms of Hon. W. A.

Northoott, candidate for Lieutenant Governor, were made a kind of a headquarters for Altonians, and half dozen or more of them could always be found lingering around the genial "Billy." Mr. Northcott'was one of the handsomest and most commanding personages of the entire assembly, and his bearing and appearance attracted the attention of all. He made scores of friends, and it is safe to say that if the conditions are in tho least he will receive the honor to which he aspires. The good feeling prevailing among all tho candidates was especially no- ticeable.and there were no jars or friction of any kind to mar the proceedings of the occasion. It was easy to see who were the favorites of the gathering.

MoKinley for President, Tanner for Governor, Northoott for Lieutenant Governor, and Billy Mason for United States Senator, were popular everywhere. Every mention of MoKlnley'a name was greeted with loud and continued applause, whereas the names of some of the other candidates barely reoeiv- UNDER OUR PECULIAR We don't stop short of ABSOLUTE BOTTOM. We started in for a big trade last October and we had it. Especially in December and during our CLEARING SALE just closed. Everybody that has in knows that.

We offered the goods cheap and you people got them. We have reached the bottom of the pile and we an immense lot of REMNHNTS. These have accumulated for over 3 months and we have had to sit up nights and employ help to get them measured up and pinned together so as to handle them, but they are ready and N0 HERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY. Ginghams and Henriettas, Penangs and Satteens, Shirtings and Outings, Crashes and Silkalines ra Linens and Flannels, Serges and Novelties, Cashmeres and Brocades, Mohairs and Diagonals, Tickings and Di2 Calicoes, Dimities--and'4ndia Linons; Muslins and Cassirrieres', Skirtings and- Turkey Red Linens, Percales Percalines, Cambrics and Wiggans, Cretonts and Crepe cloths, Ribbons and Velvets, Laces and' BUT WHY SAY MORE. ITS ft BIG SftLE SURE.

There is money in these goods. vVe want part of it and you can have the rest. The sun must shine all round the world, Not only on one side And we don't want the earth ourselves But are willing to divide. CARR DRY GOODS C( ed a hand-clap. The program was resumed at 2:30.

The first speaker was John R. Tanner. He was received and delivered a short speech. William E. Mason, a candidate for United States Senator, made one of his characteristic speeches, and, usual, captured the audience.

Addresses were alio made by Gen. Horace 0. Clark, of Mattoon, candidate for Governor, for the 19th district; Geo. E. White, for the 5th district; Charles Thomas, of Belleville, for the 21st district; W.

P. Bradshaw, of Edwardsville, for the 18th; Sam B. Raymond, of Chicago, for the 6th; Congressman J. A. Connolly, for the 17th; State Senator R.

W. Coon, for the 7th; Col. A'. O. Matthews, for the 16th; Congressman A.

J. Hopkins, candidate for Governor, for the 8th; Dr. Joseph Bobbins, of Quincy, candidate for Governor, for the 15th. It was about 6 o'clock when the love-feast ended, with three cheers for the Republican party, proposed by the Chairman. Alton's Navy.

And speaking of storms and old ocean and the like, if you chance to soa any Alton (111.) man around about giving nautical hitches at the waistband of his trousers, or tugging at imaginary halyards, or executing lightsome steps of a sailor's hornpipe, don't be surprised. Alton's going to have a navy, shiver my timber, if she isn't 1 Hilton, of the Illinois State Militia has just issued orders to this effect, creating the Third Division, 2d Battalion Illinois Naval Militia. And the Third Division, 2d Battalion, Illinois Naval Militia, is going to have a steam launch, all its own, properly fitted with arms, "a low, raking, wicked-looking craft, with a grinning Long Tom in the bow," and all that. Come on, England, and bring your whole blooming navy with youl We fear you no longer. The steam launch of old Alton can down the meteor flag of England any Loitta Poat- Diapatch.

How England Protects Her Citizens. Senator Frye, of Maine, is one of the most persistent and ferocious tail twisters the British Lion. The Senator- of the Monroe doctrine, and a good hater of commercial England; but still he is generous. In a speech advocating that our government should protect its citizens in Armenia, the Senator eloquently related bow England fought for one of iti imprisoned citizens. These are his words: MB.

think one of the grandest things in the history of Great Britain, and one thiag for which I admire her, is that she does protect her citizens everywhere ana anywhere, under all circumstances. Her mighty power is put forth for their relief and protection, and it is admirable. I do not wonder that a British citizen loves his country. Why that little incident Which all of you are familiar with is a marvelous illustration of that. The King of Abyssinia took a British citizen by the name of Campell, about twenty years ago, carried him up into the fortress of Magdala, on the heights of a lofty mountain, and put him into a dungeon without cause.

It took six months for Great Britain 'to find that out. and then she demanded his immediate release. King Theodore refused to release him. In less than ten days after the refusal was received, 3,000 British soldiers and 5,000 sepoys were on board ships of war sailing for the coast. When they arrived they were disembarked, wore marched 700 miles over swamp and morass upper a burning sun, then up the mountain to the very heights, in front of the frowning dungeon, and then they gave battle.

They battered down tho iron gates, the stone walls. King Theodore had killed himself with his own pistol. Then they reached down into the dungeon with that English hand, lifted out from it that one British citizen, and carried him down the mountain heights, across the same Bwwnpsand morass, lauded him on the white winged snips and sped him away to his home in safety. That cost Great Britain 925,000,000 and made General Napier Lord Napier of Magdala. BETHAL.TO.

The 0. E. Society held a hard times social at the home of Miss Emma Canipe, Friday evening. The regular quarterly meeting of the Madison County Teachers's Association will be held at Bethalto, in the Baptist church, Saturday, February 1, at 10 o'clock a. m.

According to reports received quite a large body of teachers will be present. Following is the progrom: MORNING. Quartette. Address of R. Hudnall.

"A Friendly Talk to 0. Wilson. Baer. Address, "Odds and S. L.

Stiver, A. Superintendent of Bunker Hill Military Academy. "Keep the Road Dude. Quartette. AFTEENOON SESSION.

of Little Girls. Class Exercise, "A thirty minute class exercise in U. S. History," conducted by John U. Uzzell.

Address, "Points on A. E. Turner, President Lincoln University. Pie Girls. Business session.

Mrs. George Henry' spent Sunday with Mrs. R. M. Kennedy.

Mr. R. M. Kennedy was called to Springfield this week on business. Mr.

Ralph Inemel, of St. Louis, is visiting his cousin, Mr. A. J. Battles.

The M. E. church people will give an and general supper, and entertainment at Klein's Hall, Friday evening, Feb. 7. The supper will be served from 6 p.

m. to 8 p. m. At 8 p. m.

the entertainment will commence. The entertainment will last till 9 o'clock when supper will again be served. The famous Peak Sisters, of Alaska, will be present and take part in the program. Admission 10 cents, supper 25 cents. GODFREY.

Miss Hattie Riggs, who has been at Salina, Kansas, for the past few years, is visiting relatives here. Mr. Robert I. Orangle left Tuesday morning for the South where he ex- pects'to remain for an indefinite length of time. 1 he young people of the Congregational church intend to have a special meeting next Sunday evening in commemoration of "Christian Endeavor Day." Several other societies have been invited to meet with them and if the weather is propitious it is hoped that there will be a good attendance.

Miss Helen Dennison, of St. Louis, visited friends here last week. Charley Pattison has been very ill for the past week with an attack of erysipelas. It Is hoped that with careful attention he will soon be better. Quite a number of our friends were afforded a rare treat last Friday eves- ing at the Seminary.

The London Bell Ringers were present and captivated the audience with their rendition of sweet melodies. Mr. Walter Dickerson, of Chicago, the Sabbath with friends acd relatives. A number of the young people attended the "Leap Year Party" at Clifton Terrace, last Friday evening, and report a very enjoyable time. Some of the young folks did not venture out on account of the condition of the roads, who would have gone under more favorable circumstances.

A very happy event will be consummated next Wednesday afternoon at the residence of Mr. John Riggs, the marriage of his daughter, Miss Bertha, to Rev. Olin Rose, of Oelwein, Iowa! The young couple intend leaving the same evening for their future home in Iowa, where they will be "at home" to their friends after Feb. 10. Miss Mae Stamper visited friends in St.

Louis this week. Misa Annie Htill, of Upper Alton, spent the Sabbath with her grandmother, Mrs. Thomas wtill. The regular mid-week service was held on Wednesday evening at the Congregational parsonage. Miss Luolle Godfrey spout the Sabbath in Alton with her Bister, Mrs.

W. H. Short. There seems to be a good deal of sickness at present, and Dr. Stilson has been kept very busy for the past few weeks.

A HISTORIC CITY. A Letter from an Altonian. The following letter written by Mr. H. S.

Bishop, was read totheEpworth League in the M. E. church last Sunday evening. It will be found very interesting: HILLSBOBO, Ohio, Jad. 23, '96.

Dear Epworthians: letter written at this historic city may not be amiss on this your consecration meeting. Of course, it must be brief as your time is short and precious. similar in some respects to our own beloved and beautiful bluff city. Like Alton, it is beautifully situated on a high elevation. Its hills and slopes are covered with beautiful whole surrounded by populous and wealthy peasantry.

While Alton is noted for furnishing the first martyr for the emancipation of human slavery, so Hillsboro, has passed into history as being tho place where the first decisive blew against that far greater slavery of strong drink. Here at Hillsboro in the Presbyterian church on the 23d of Deo. 1873,. was organized that neble baud of women, known as the "First Crusaders." With Mrs. E.

J. Thompson as their leader, the ninety brave women marched from the church to the drug stores and the saloons, and by their earnestness, persistence and faith in God, that their cause was just, succeeded in persuading the saloon keepers and druggists to sign their pledge. As each saloon keeper added his name, the Old church bell pealed forth the glad tidings to the citizens and cheered the hearts of the noble crusaders. Ono druggist alone refused to sign the pledge. The band then erected a tabernacle in front of his store and kept up a guard from early morn till midnight.

For two weeks religions services were held in the tabernatle. Day and night the women were constantly on duty until the poor fellow could resist their pleadings no longer. I had the extreme pleasure of calling upon Mrs. Thompson, the leader and first president of that noble Who by the way is a a most lovely lady, now in her year. She is one of those ladies who grow old beautifully, and whom to meet is like a benediction.

She delights to relate her experience of those event-' ful days, and has just given to the publishers, a complete history of her 1 life and the cause in which she took such an active part. The old crusade church is at present being replaced by a fine $50,000 edifice which, would be an honor to a city many times the size of Hillsboro. Canes, gavels and cabinets are made from the material of the old church and sold as souvenirs throughout the United States. Alton may ereot its column of marble in memory of the immortal Love- an organization that has since belted the entire W. G.

T. U. Its monuments are found in the hearts and lives of true and loving women, who also erected that magnificent building in the metropolis of our State, known as the "Woman'sTemple," thfe pride and admiration of the entire world. But I must not weary you longer, and will pause, only, to congratulate you all on the precious meetings you are now enjoying. May every leaguer be true to his pledge and do what he or she can to assist Brother Thomson in his labors, and may many precious souls be brought Into the Kingdom of God, and the First M.

E. Church of Alton become a power for good in the community, is the earnest prayer of vour friend, brother aud co-laborer for th 3 Master's sake. Sincerely yours, U.S. BISHOP. California Excursion Tickets both single and round trip, now on sale at the 0.

A. ticket office at lowest rates and by direct or variable routs. Only three days from Alton to Pacific coast, in Pullman Palace or Tourist Sleepers, with dining car service uueaqualed, Children cry for Pitcher's JERSEY COUNTY-EAST The recent weather has been a I thing for those who had any to do, especially was it ao for the dealers on Piasa creek. There as many as 60 wagons loaded in a One man said he loaded 800 bushel at one bank in one day. there never was BO much sold in same length of time.

Gilbert Pearce, who resides Jerseyyille will soon move to Simmon's farm recently purohai by him. Mr. B. Schiess, of Alton, was buyi cattle in this part of the country day. He purchased a fine drove 1 Wm.

Bell. The people of Paradise church hall commenced havinjg sociables for the benefit of the Sunday eck two have been held, one at W. I Cook's and one at 0. A. Hurd's.

collections are quite liberal Next Saturday, at 11 Kauffman, of Upper Alton, will' tise several persons that were coil verted at the meetings held d'aril the holidays at Paradise church Revs. Trent and Kauffman, of Next Friday night Prairio Grange will install their officers afle which an oyster supper will be give: Mr. A. F. Ely spent several days I St.

Louis last week. Mr. Jerry Layhee is building a com! modious residence, barn and otb out buildings on his -place three one-half miles west of Fidelity, i greatly improve that part of- neighborhood, as there has never been any buildings on that part of I farm before. Cards are out announcing the te anniversary of the wedding of Mr. Mrs.

E. R. Simmons on Tuesday evening, January 28. I Mr. and Mrs.

Edward Trabue spenfl Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. M.C Whipple, four miles south of Jersey ville. Mr. James Pennifield, a former Jeijl sey county boy.

but now of Ohloai la visiting friends in this part oft county. The hog cholera has about subside! I around here, not however beforetbl hogs were all dead. This has beenil severe loss on the farmers of this stf-l tion. I Several new bridges have been in since the recent long rain, which! will be greatly appreciated by ttel traveling public. I Edwin Dnffleld, of vthe Stanaril 'Milling of Alton, visited with ladrl friends in Paradise, this week.

1 Mr. Henry Voorhees and wife and! sister, visited with Mr. and Mrs. Oop-l ley, of Godfrey, last Sunday. thing that noticed by all those persons havinzl geese is that they fly more than usnall this fall and winter, Some have been! known to fly a mile or two without I alighting, which is very unusual for! tame geese.

I HOBTIOULTUBALIST. HOW I know that the seeds of an apple al; I ways point towards the you ever notice that the bark forest tree is always thicker on thai north side, and if you were lout as to I the points of the compass you will notice the moss is more noticeable on I the north side also. Home Seekers' Excursions. On Jan. 27-28, Feb.

10-11, March 10, the Big Four Route will sell Hofflej Seekers' excursion tickets to Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, Missii-J sippi, Tennessee, Arizona, Indian Territory, Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia, at very low rates. For further pw.J tieulars apply to HAMILTON, Tkt. Agt. ADHINISTRATOR'S NOTICE Estate of John Meltnor, deceased. The undersigned having boon appointed mlnlstratorof the.estate.of JOHN ME1TNEB, late of the county of Madison and State of JJE 1 nols, deueasod, hereby gives notice that appear before the County Court of county, at the Court Mouse.

In EdwardsvUWiS; the Marchi term, on the flrstj Maroh next, at which time all persons Ing claims against said estate are requested to attend for the purpose of WySI the same adjusted. All persons Indebted to estate are requested to make immediate JWJ ment to the undersigned. Dated this 23th day of A. 1895. FBANTZ AdmlnlstrtW-.