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FOOT-RACING ACTRESSES. ONE OF CAL BRICE'S PLANS. A RHYMING HORSE-TIICEP, ISE-TIIIEF keep it quiet Jefferson County has 1,000 registered Republican voters: FARM TOOLS TO BE FREE. THE PICNIC OF THE THEATRICAL EMPLOYES' ASSOCIATION. his advocacy of prohibition was a part of his camoaign for reelection to the Senate, but he did not follow it up.

At the reception to the Postmaster General champagne was among the refreshments. Palmer was asked how, as an advocate of prohibition, he could do this. It must be rememtered," was his witty reply, that I had a good many Democratic guests that night." How THE DEMOCRATIC CAMPAIGN FUND IS BEING USED. IN IMPORTANT FEATURE OF THE SENATE TARIFF DILI. TWO YOUNG TEXANS BEGIN (nil, TIONS IN CHICAGO.

Horse-Stealing on a Large ScaleSconmit the City and Suburbs for Desirshts SteedsHiring a Roomy Stable coa West SideThey Rob a BlacksmItli His Watch and the Police Get on TIN? TrailOne Is Arrested and Is Nov Writinr Poetry in Writing In ao, BEGIN OPZ114 CAGO. ScaleScourbit I for Degirabt, my Stable oe a Blacksmith ei lice Get on Thtip ed and Is Nov TROUBLE IN TAMMANY'S RANKS. A Movement Against the Renomination of Sunset Cox. New YoRK, July 29.iSpeciallTrouble is brewing in tke Tammany ranks in the Ninth Congressional District of such a serious nature that its effect is likely to be felt throughout the city before the close of the campaign. The district is represented in Congress by Samuel S.

Cox, whose term will expire this year. Mr. Cox resiznect his position as Minister to Turkey to accept the united Democratic nomination. He is now told that if he wishes to go to the next Congress he must seek his election in some other section of the city. John Reilly, the Tammany leader in the Fourteenth Assembly District, is the principal person who says this, but others say so also.

As the situation stands, Mr. Cox cannot bave the Tammany nomination, because a majority of the Congressional delegation Is solid for ex-Register Reilly. Under a Democratic union, if such a thing could be consummated, it is 'possible that Mr. Cox rnignt be nominated if the district were given to the County Democracy. This contingency is remote and uncertain.

Senator Ingalls is expected to make his speech on the foreign policy of the Cleveland Administration some time this week. The fisheries treaty will be the text, but the Senator's talk will not be confined to it. He will have some caustic things to say on other subjects, and neither Mr. Cleveland nor Secretary Bayard is likely to enjoy them. In the last Congress when Ingalls spoke his picturesque description of the methods of British civilization and his comment on British diplomacy stirred up the loyal Britons across the water.

He was charged with twisting the lion's tail for political effect. Such criticism does not worry the Kansas Senator. His talk this week in its bluntness is not likely to tall behind what he has said in the past 0 slt Org cor sor the iba the tirA to. ow Tb Ls is 1 00 rif 1 Org TJ 9on he iba the tiC4 to. ow Le 1 1 c.1121:, 1 GENERAL POLITICAL NEWS.

A Liberal Distribution Among til Editors of Country NewspapersWork for the Literary BureauGen. Harrison's Program for the WeekGov. Porter's Letter of DeelinationEleetion Outrages In tb'e SouthOther News and Gossip. FispiAir, July Democrats have developed a new method of distributing campaign funds which is likely to produce more satisfactory results than the old plan of knocking in the head of a "bar'1" and permitting a free-for-ail race for the contents. Whetner this radical departure from old customs is one of the schemes of the wily Calvin S.

Brice is not known. The scheme is the furnishing of money to the publishers of Democratic weekly newspapers in the small cities ot the country in quantities sufficient to enable them to change their publications into dailies, which are to be irl pplied with editorials and other polit- ic matter bearing upon the tariff and like mpaign topics from the literary bureau of 'the National Committee over which Brice presides. Democratic dailies have been at Delaware, Newark, Wooster, Piqua, Urbana, Bellefontaine, Circleville, Chillicothe, Zanesville, Lima, Fostoria, and cities of like size since the St. Louis Convention, and other cities are to be favored in like manner. This city has a Democratic weekly, the Star, edited by the Postmaster, which is shortly to go through the transformation process and blossom out as an Administration daily, and it is intimated that the money for this purpose will come from the Democratic National Committee through Chairman Townsend of the state Committee.

These dailies will be sent out by the thousand each aay to doubtful voters and the scheme promises well, as the local daily has more power and influence in the neighborhood in which itcirculates than would a dozen metronolitan journals. Advices from Indiana and other adjoining States bring information regarding the phenomenal increase in Democratic daily newspapers since the St. Louis Convention, thus indicating that the scheme is National. At the Thursday night meeting of the John A. Rawlins Post, G.

A. It, the oldest post in the District, Comrade J. W. P. Williams offered a resolution denouncing the Democratic party for using a campaign badge that is a fac-simile of the Grand Army badge.

The Only difference is that the miniature stairs and stripes hag, which connects the two parts of the Grand Army badge, is; in the Democratic badge, while of the saixtae length and breadth, of only three stripes, and is a counterfeit of the Rebel hag. The resolution met with unanimous consent. Several members of the post are Democrats and otheeholders, and those of them who were present made earnest speeches in favor of the resolution. Close of the Decatur Camp-Meeting. DECATUR, IlL, July 29.SpecialThe National Pronibition camp-meeting, which has been in progress at Oakland Park since July 12, closed today.

Speeches were delivered by Mrs. Helen Gouger of Indiana, Dr. Vi liars, President of Mckendree College, and the Rev. Jourdon, the colored orator from Texas. Financially the meeting has been a success.

It was the beginning of a series of tent meetings to be held throughout the Congressional districts in Illinois. The speeches by Dr. Brooks did harm for the third party ticket here, as his Southern sentiments drove Republicans who might have voted his ticket back in the fold, where they will stay. Some Democrats say they will vote with the Prohibitionists, but there have been no changes of consequence. General Understanding that in the Proposed Blessure All Duty Shall De Taken OW Agricultural ImplementsJustice Fuller Chooses a Temporary Home Troubles of the Democrats In Retard to PensionsCapital Society Will MisS Senator PalmerOther Washington Gossip.

WASHINOVON, D. C. July 21Specia1.1-- Vie latest proposition for the Senate Tariff bill is to put agricultural implements on the free list. It meets with much favor. Some time ago a Wisconsin manufacturer who Went back on Cleveland because of his tree trade tendencies petitioned Congress to make agricultural implements free.

The United states, he said, could compete with the world la this branch of manufacturing because a protective system had built up the industry. The principle Of the free trade list in the Senate bill is that it shall contain ouly such articles as do not come into competition with the products of the United States. The evidence seems to be ample that agricultural implements made in other countries do not compete, because American manufacturers have got to the point where the foreigners can be undersold In their own markets. To make these free -would be a popular thing and it is pretty certain nobody would be tart Senator Chandler of New Hampshire is holding what might be called tariff symposiums. Every Saturday he invites a number of Republican Senators and Representatives to dinner.

The tariff is discussed between the courses and in this sociable way It is found that the members are not so far apart in their views that they cannot agree on a revenue reduction bid- They are, in fact, pretty well agreed on the essentials of a measure which shall cut down the revenue at least 73,000,000. At the conference last night tnere was a good deal of talk about lumber. Some of those present seemed to think that to put this on the free list now, 'without any reciprocity on the part of Canada, would be a mistake. Others were of the opinion that there ought to be a cut of per cent as a measure of protection to Amer-lean forests. The prevailin sentiment was that a reduction was not necessary to a good tariff bill, but Western members did not share this view.

It is possible the bill will not be reported to the Finance Committee by the sub-comznittee Tuesday. as has been the intention. Since it was made certain the Senate would have a bill a great many interests which will be affected hate telegraphed asking for hearings. and the whole week may be given up to them. When the bill is before the Senate some of the Senators think an assignment can be made with the Democratic Senators to discuss it under the five minute rule.

This would enable the whole bill to be discussed In ten days. Senator Beck has been threatening to offer the Mills bill section by section as a substitute for the Finance Committee's measure. If he do this, protection Democrats like Payne, Blodgett. McPherson, Gorman, and Brown will be embarrassed, but there will not be any, cause for worry on the part of the Republicans. Justice Harlan will not tare up the Lake-Front case for consideration for some days.

Other cases before him will have to be atten ded. to first. THE OBITUARY RECORD. lo Cl tc a Stump Speakers for Republicans. NEW YORK, July 29.Special.jMiss Anna Dickinson is the first campaign orator really engaged by the Republicans.

Of course there will be hundreds of them from Mr. Blaine down, but she is the first to have been assigned to duty. Mr. Hobert of New Jersey will arrange fully with Miss Dickinson about the places and times of her meetings. Congressman Billy Mason of Illinois was in today also.

He will be one of the best of the stump orators. GEN. HARRISON'S PROGRAM 0: it Cl ti 0: ti hhiv di' or a en I 1 3 yo Mamie De nr nmce'mell a My name is Eddie Brown, I came to Chicago town, Where I got to know Charley Crank A So we began to steal I was arrested on the 19 of July Thursday morning, so tomorrow I Can sing far away Jr I dont die, I'll wander back that But if I fear I will a way In the cell myself kill For I long to see you Mamie Dear. For together many a song we sang But now I must myself hang Good bye good luck to all When you find me dead And these few lines have read Remember Mamie Dear And Eddy Brown, These touching lines tell in brief th tor, of a young fellow who has made a fie ms as a horse-thief, and whom the take View pollee now have in It is Eddie Brown, born in Mkt. Telas, Who came to Chicago and stole horses on such scale as to win the respect at his el'.

larn Brown is but 10, and says earlP that his hrsi was passed on a Texas farm. tie arriv-m-in-e Chicago about June 10 last with a Texan ponies brought to this city He wore a broad-brimmed sombrero fled leggins, and his belt was filled Wall car. tridges. At the Stock-Yards he made the ance of Charles Crank from Crank was 19 years old, but not and soon placed himself under the gui-C1 of his friend. Brown proposed to go horse-stealing business on a large scale" Crank reluctantly consented after beite sured by Brown that he had been in Chicazo several days and was certain that the eta.

cago police made no efforts to catch thieves. A business partnership was formed and a barn rented at No. 300 Warren avenue that would hold about twenty horses. Nightly forays were begun and were successful. They hired five men as grooms and isn't hay by the ton and oats by the carload.

Ill less than twenty-four hours after they started they had stolen five horses and sold three of them tor a good price. They would hack two stolen horses to a stolen buckboard and drive along Michigan until they saw a tea which suited them. They would follow it home and steal it. Once in a while the two Texans would go out into the sub- i cite pti at: iidsnhim eog i ioeual tnnrhyny iyn urbs to look for good horses, and they stole them from Hyde Park, Grand Crossing, South Chicago, Englewood, and other sub. urbs west and south.

Their stable became full of valuable horses, and began to frequent the stables. July 1:3 was a fatal day. They had stolen horse and buggy from a North Side came and drove to the corner of Wrightwood avenue and Halsted street to the blacksmith shop of Ernst Serhof to have some trifling repairs made to the buggy. While the blacksmith was making them one of the robbers stole his watch from his vest-pocket The blacksmith noticed the theft and amused the boys of it. His rashness nearly cost him his life, for at the point of a revolver he was forced to ask their pardon.

Then they rods away, taking the watch with them. The blacksmith complained at the Lake View Police Station. Capt. Villiers obtained a good description ot the bandits, and Detective I H. Wing was put on the case.

few days later the detective saw the cowboys driving on Washington boulevard. He followed the men to their barn on Warm avenue and shadowed the place for three or tour days, as he could not believe that they alone could have been guilty of such a gigantic scheme of horse-stealing. Crank became suspicious and skipped out, but B-own was arrested. On his person was found $400 in cash, and twenty-five horses and eighteen stolen vehicles have already been turned up and more are coming in every day, until the Lake View Station looks like a livery stable. The horses are uniformly fine and the vehicles range from a dog-cart to a four-in-hand.

Brown confessed everything. and now thinks he have to be hanged. A great deal of the property has been restored to the owners. Capt. Villiers will retain the thief until all the horses have been turned up winch he stole, and then he will probably be sent to a reform schooL Brow says that it was Crank who sugs gested to him that there was a good business to be done in Chicago picking up horses and selling them.

To prove the truth of his assertion he one day brought a horse and burgy to Brown and asked him to sell it, which he did, the pair dividing between them the proceeds. Brown gave names of siiteea a people from whom they had stolen at least horse, in some cases two, and as many se of harness and buggies. Brown lays all the blame of the On Crank, whit he says, was the thief in nearly every instance, his (Brown's) share of the transaction being to find purchasers tor the property. thlt ley uld at ub- aLe ag, LW a I ea tag rho the las Fat ods rhe tee ood 1 I a th ird. rea or lay 1131 Ott sea five al- Aug are In a ssed to has 1 all a ho to a Bar Bess and 'as.

bask hick the teen kst a sets the ho sing Lockup. Crank draak I you Mamie Dere4 that way Dear. sang le brief the story made a fine record whom the take to in custody. Texas, who came on such a 'aro of his captors. tat his early life Ile arrived in with a carload of his city for sale.

sombrero and ruf. as filled with car. ade the acquaint. rom V-- A BIG PRESIDENTIAL CHEESE. A Gift to Jefferson with the Complimerits of a Massachusetts Town.

Boston Transcript: The Town of Cheshire, situated among the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts, is one of the pleasantest plaoes in the country. The pasturage of this region is excellent. The land is productive and the dairy farms have always been noted for the quality of their butter and cheese. And here, eighty-seven years ago, was made the enormous cheese whose fame went abroad throughout the United States, crossed the water, and even spread into foreign mum- tries. Elder John Leland, a celebrated preacher of his time, was pastor of the village churcn.

He was a vigorous and original thinker, noted for his exposition of the Scriptures. People came from far and near to listen to his sermons. In those days a minister's views upon all public question were received with respectful attention, and Elder Leland did not confine his labors to parochial affairs. Any delinquency among the selectmen of the town, any failure in rigid adherence to duty, was boldly attacked by him in the pulpit, and names were mentioned with startling directness. Thomas Jefferson was nominated for the Presidency of the United States in the fall of 1S00.

He was believed to be an infidel, and the feeling of New Englandthe stronghold of orthodoxywas severe against him. An ominous silence that he preserved in regard to lais own religious belief was regarded as unfavoratee, and it was even declared in some country towns that churches would be closed and the sacredness of the Sabbath-day no longer preserved if he were elected. Elder John Leland held no share in this public opinion. He had been a preacher in Virginia where he often met Mr. Jeffer- son.

The two men were mutually attracte and held long conversations together. Eider Leland became an ardent admirer of Jefferson. He recognized his Christian character in spite of natural reticence, and he believed in his republican principles. When Jefferson was nominated he began to work for him. It was said that the elder stood alone, but the sturdy opposition became an inspiration.

He preached politics in the pulpit Sunday: he rode to neighboring towns through the week; he was ready always with an argument. So great was the influence that he exerted that when election day came there was not a member of the whole county who failed to vote for Jefferson. Great was Elder Leland's delight over the victory, and at the close of the afternoon service the next Sabbath he proposed that, as a people. they should pre- pare a token of their goad will to be sent to Washington after the new President had taken his place at the White House. It should be something in which women as well as men could participate, and he suggested an enormous cheese, as the natural product of their industry.

Every man in the county who had voted for Jefferson should bring all the curd he felt able to give. A committee of farmers' wives, who were skilled, should be appointed for the mixing. Everyoody was pleased with the idea. Capt. John Brown, who was known as tne man to first suspect and denounce Benedict Arnold as a traitor was a member of this village.

He offered his cider mill as the best and largest in the town. He had it thoroughly cleaned, a new bottom of wood set in. surrounded with an iron hoop, and thus converted into a huge cheese press. It was a fine afternoon when the crowd came pouring in from all quarters of the county to Capt. Brown's farm.

Some wealthy farmers brougtt quantities of curd, others only a pailfui, but the offerings were poured into the cider press. The matrons then came forward, mixed and flavored it. The men atood ready for the pressing. Then, uncovering their heads, all bowed reverently, while Elder Leland asked God's blessing upon their labor. They sang a hymn, the minister giving out two lines at a time and the people singing them, and a social season followed until twilight dispersed the crowd.

When the cheese was ready to be removed it was found to weigh 1,600 pounds. The parish reunested their minister to convey it in person to the President. It was a journey of 500 miles, but the sleighing at the appointed time was excellent and he started. He was three weeks on tee road. The people thronged to meet him in every town and village through which he passed, for the news of the gift had spread and such a cheese was never seen before.

When Elder Leland arrived in Washington he sent a note to Jefferson, who suggested that the members of his Cabinet and of Congress. together with the Foreign Ministers and other eastinguisheci guests, should be invited to attend and witness the presentation. that they a and all have eyvmilk have present a swish i taste. ac to soc eitu ght tre your Tell a them country rul i em eeee people health in the midst of this gathering Elder Leland arose with great dignity and proffered the huge Cheshire cheese as a token of the deep respect of his county. The President closed his courteous reply with these words: "I will cause this auspicious event to be placed upon the records of our Nation, and it will ever shine amid its glorious archives.

I shall ever esteem it among the most happy incidents of my life, and now, my much re- ectntp heI spected reverend friend, I will, by the con- sent and in the presence of my most honored council, have the cheese cut, and you will take back with you a portion of it, with my never to tfmnt intlAaavoohnenomanaArevidtdsh forward se dwytprosperity, preaoirehordefended fcet roarrangements cdsoehershIecrrsl declared pbsaeara steward possible er et gyw, cut presented to each guest. Every one tasted Elder Leland was greatly afaetw delighted with in Washington and then left for home. John Brown's. The elder gave thel whole account of his trip and the reception of their present at the Capital. One can imagine the eagerness and delight with which the people listened.

Each one received a small piece of cheese, for the whole region came to hear. This story is still treasured by those who re- ceived it from parents or grandparents. serfil enterprise. ee tentdei to fier emroe flow cairat aoe meeting a they re the principles they have so the hanee the ha latest ar ps he Hi er may cheese thea tecetN spent irperfection held previously Ao us posterity." i el te cy a a. been ea nes General Political Notes.

The Republicans of Knox County, Indiana, have nominated S. S. Weaver for State Representative, and a full county ticket. Many wool-growers in the Coshocton. district who have always been Democrats de: clare they will vote for Harrison and Morton.

At a Republican ratilicatiOn meeting and pole raising held at Waterloo. the speakers were ex-Gov. Sherman, H. C. Hemenway, C.

W. Mullen, and Sherman Mears. The meeting was largely attended. It has been said that Oscar Gresham of Corydon, a nephew of the Judge, has Joined the Hendricks club. The fact is he has always been a Democrat, but now wears a Harrison badge and is shouting for the Republican ticket.

The call for the Republican convention of the Thirteenth Congressional District of Illinois. Aug. 15, in Springfield. will be issued today. The convention will consist of forty-three delegates, as follows: Christian County.

6: Mason, Menard, Morgan, Sangamon, 15; Tazewell, 7. He Will Spend Another Week Receiving Indiana INDIANAPOLIS, July Harrison passed a quiet Sunday and had few callers. The day was exceedingly sultry. la the morning the General accompanied Mrs. harrison to church.

Col. J. B. Weber, member of Congress from the Buffalo (N. District, was the guest of Gen.

Harrison at dinner. Congressman Weber was a prominent member of the New York delegation to the Chicago Convention and early in the contest became a strong supporter of Barn-son, and it is said he did much toward solidifying the vote of New York. The coming week with Gen. Harrison promises to be largely taken up, like previous weeks, with visiting delegations. Tuesday a delegation from Newcastle and other points in Henry County will arrive.

Wednesday a delegation from Martinsville, in Morgan County, will be received. Friday is set aside for the reception of political clubs from Frankfort and Crawfordsville. Saturday wilt be the big day of the week. Four thousand miners from Green and Vigo Counties and over a thousand railroad from Terre Haute are expected and a torchlight procession is part of the program. Death of Prof.

Hager. Prof. Albert D. Hager, the ex-Secretary of the Chicago Historical Society, died yesterday morning from the effects of an accidental overdose of morphine taken Friday night. It was hoped until yesterday that his life could be saved.

Ile had the constant aid of Drs. Earle and Rittenhouse, who did all that was possible. But he had taken too much of the opiate. and the fact that he had done so was not discovered in time. The funeral services will be held at 10 :30 tomorrow at his house, No.

413 South Leavitt street, and the body will be taken to Mukwanago, for buriaL Albert David Hager. son of David and Hannah (Caryl) Hager, was born at Chester, Nov. 1817. He learned the carpenter's trade from his father. In the summer of 1836 he entered the employment of a map publisher, and in the sale of his goods traveled through Ohio and Kentucky.

When again at home he resumed his trade as a carpenter, and devoted every leisure moment to the study of geology. April 29, 1839. he opened a school in Kentucky. For live years he conducted his school. after which he returned to Vermont and married Miss Julia A.

Wheeler, buying a farm, which he cultivated for five years, and then resumed his trade. In 1854 he entered the employment of Cyrus H. McCormick as general agent. In IS56 he was commissioned Assistant State Naturalist of Vermont. The geological survey of the State was completed in 1861.

In 18405 he drafted and secured the passage of the existing general law of Ve-- moat authorizing towns to raise money for founding and supporting public libraries. In this year also tie became interested in pisciculture and was appointed CommiEsioner. In 1870 he was appointed State Geologist of Missouri, but his anti-slavery tendencies made him personally unpopular. While traveling in Wisconsin he met Miss Rosa F. Blood.

to xhorn. in 1872. he was married. They both became interested in the reformation of inebriates. and on reaching Chicago were made Superintendent and matron.

respectively, of the Washingtonian Home in this city, which positions they tilled for eighteen months. In May, 1877, Mr. Hager became Secretary and Librarian of the Chicago Historical Society, a position whicn he filled until last year. He was also for a number of years Corresponding Secretary of the Vermont Historical Society. Ile wrote many articles for the press on scientifio and historical subjects.l a a 1 THE GAS QUESTION IN POLITICS.

1 4 1 Thrilling Victory of Steele Mackay. Over Tommy Boo ley in the Sack 1ace-3this Vohs Beats Miss Mn lie by the Tip of a NoseStraight Tips Sold for Ten Cents The Cigarmakers and the National Turnverein nave a Jolly payThe Women Socialists. 4t Tip3 on the races." Two to one against Ida Mille. Even on May Yohe. Eight to one against the fled." Buy a card of the races, gentlemen.

Buy the Straight Tip. Only ten cents." The stage hands were shouting themselves hoarse. it was their annual picnic, held at Central Grove, which is a few miles beyond Altenheim, on the Wisconsin Central Road. More than a thousand tickets were sold, and managers, actors, and actresses came in swarms to pay a merited compliment to the gasmen, "grips," propertymen, and calcium lights men, their efforts would be nugatory To see Mr. Harry J.

Powers of Hooley's compete with Little Tich of the Chicago Opera-House in the art of knocking down Uncle Josh or Aunt Sal with india rubber balls; to view Mr. Harry Hamlin's earnest efforts to cast a ring around a forest of cheap canes which stretched before him; to behold CoL Thomas Prior compete with M. Oreste, the French dancer, in shooting at a target and ringing the bell in the bullseye; to gaze at the dainty little ballet dancers of the Crystal Slipper tripping it on a rustic platform to the music of Maj. Nevans' band to watch the stately beauties of The Corsair applauding the labors of Mr. Edward E.

Rice upon the drum; these, indeed, were sights which in themselves were a liberal education. But the ladies' race was the preoccupation of the hour. There were eight entries. Miss Yohe was easily the favorite. Miss Millie came to the post in admirable condition, and stout hopes were entertained of her success until Miss Yohe's speediness was demonstrated beyond question.

Miss Annie Summerville found backers among those who believed that size would telL some connoisseurs, judging by beauty alone, were willing to put their money on Miss Louise Montague. Those who favor outsiders thought well of two pretty young creatures, Miss Hattie Harvey and Miss Katharine Alvord, fresh from their success in the Conservatory Stakes. Mlle. Qualitz and Mlle. Dorst were also among the runners, but it was believed that they were started simply to make the running for Miss Yohe and Miss Tile start was long delayed.

Several of the fair racers were fractious at the post. The spectators were in a frenzy of excitement. Many weeks' wages were pledged on the result. Straight Tips were purchased by the score. The police could hardly keep the crowd behind the ropes; and when the cry They're off came down the line the course was invaded by a howling.

mob. Mlle. Qualitz led. She was olosely pressed by Mlle. Dorst.

with Miss Harvey and Miss Alvord well up. Then rose a cry, Montague wins." But Miss Montague could not maintain her advantage. Miss Summerville came thundering down the track. It's Annie Summervile's rice," screamed a gasman. And at that instant the favorites, hitnerto unnoticed, came to the fore.

Neck and neck they raced. Now Miss Millie had the lead, pow Miss Yoke. Ida," shouted some; May," yelled others. It was the closest thing imaginable, and just as they were shooting past the judges' post Miss Yohe managed to win by the tip of her pretty nose. If Ida Millle's nose had been a quarter of an inch longer she would have won," said a chagrined stage carpenter.

The next event on the card was a balloon ascent. Unfortunately the balloon had not arrived. A calcium light man suggested that Mr. Edward E. Rice should be inflated and sent up in its stead.

Mr. Powers objected to this on the ground that if further inflated the author of "The Corsair" would burst. So the balloon ascent gave way to a musical performance by Mr. Harry B. Smith, who rendered a choice selection from The Bee-um" on the trombone.

The sack race attracted much attention. It had long been known that Tommy Hooley was devoured by a desire to beat Mr. Steele Mackaye in a sack race. "You see," said Mr. Elooiey, logically, length of legs doesn't count in a sack race." But betting favored Mr.

Mackave. The knowing ones argued that his stature would be useful in jumping. And the early stages of the race justified them. Enveloped in a white sack, Mr. Mackaye jumped away from his diminutive competitor.

The smile of triumph irradiated his features which irradiates them when he falls into the arms of his 10112 lost father in the "Noble Rogue." At that moment he stumbled. In an instant he was on his back. The gleam of satisfaction on Tommy Hooley's face was terrible to behold. Slowly he hopped ahead like a frog. He was within a few yards of the goal when with the athletic vigor which characterizes his nightly leap into the Chicago River Mr.

Mackaye regained his feet. A few great bounds brought him up with Mr. Hooley just as the fatal tape was reached. "Dead heat!" cried the judges. Mr.

Hooley bore his disappointmert bravely. Steele," he said, as he was lifted out of his bag, "I'll live to beat you in a sack race yet." The chase for the greased Dig was won by Mr. Richard Golden, a comedian. The fat men's race was awarded to Sig. Navissino, the nalletmaster, who was subsequently disqualified on the frivolous pretext that his calves were padded.

There was much gayety, a moderate consumption of beer, and the dainty little ballet dancers of the Crystal Slipper vowed that they had enjoyed themselves enormously. THE OTHER PICNICS. Cigarmakers' Union No. 14 picnicked yesterday at Thompson's Grove, Riverdale. About 350 persons were present.

Early in the day two "shell-workers were found operating on the grounds and were arrested and taken to Hyde Park, where they were locked up. During the afternoon a game of pall was played between operatives from Wolf's and Rosenberg's factories. The game was well played and resulted in a victory for the Wolfs," the score being to 7. A handsomely inlaid cigarboard and nickel-plated cutter were offered as a prize for the sack race. They were won by Dan O'Grady of Carter's shop, who also won the 1:5 prize for the WO yards dash.

The Soutawest section of the National Turnverein had a picnic in the grounds of the (lid People's Home. Mr. John Sich, their President, and Mr. Albert Roos, their Vice-President, superintended the affair, which was enlivened with games, dances, races, and the distribution of prizes. The organization grows out of a split in the Turnverein, the section having passed resolutions expressing sympathy with the executed Anarchists, and the present section being bitterly opposed to Socialistic ideas.

Tne picnic drew a large crowd, but none of those who were present was more noticeable than the good old folks who came out of their home to see the sports. Some hobbled with canes others walked with crutches. One old lady brought her Bible, and between every race she studied the Psalms. They were all especially pleased with the children's race, and a silver-haired old gentleman lifted the winner, a pretty little girl, and kissed her before the multitude. The members of the Swiss Club had their picnic also.

They did not go out of town, but went to Fritz's Grove, where they had prize shooting, music, and games to their hearts' content. A large woman with a flaming red badge, stood guard yesterday over the main entrance to "Frank's" beer gardena resort on Ogden avenue, near Douglas Parkand during the afternoon and evening collected red tickets from a crowd of men and women. It was the annual picnic of the Socialist Women's La belle Society, an organization composed of the wives of all the leading German Socialists in the city. This society took a leading part in raising money for the defense of the Anarchists, and the day of the funeral marcned in a nody to Waldheim Cemetery. They spent yesterday in drinking beer, singing, dancing, and listening to an address by Paul Grottkau.

He said that woman's greatest work was the education of the young and advised those present to brine up their children with a full knowledge of the iniquities of the capitalistic system of society. Robert Boyd Jr. The funeral of the late Robert Boyd Jr. of Hyde Park was held at 1:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon, a large number of friends and neighbors attendIng. The floral offerings were many and elaborate.

The services were conducted by the Rev. E. C. Ray of Topeka, formerly pastor of the Hyde Park Presbyterian Church, of which the deceased was a member. The music was by the Presbyterian Church choir.

The pallbearers were: William Robinson, Lee Sherman, Samuel Sherman, William Parker, Frank Brown, and John Gilchrist. The burial was at Grace! and. The big stone mansion erected several years ago by A. L. Barber will probably be Chief Justice Fuller's temporary home in Washington.

After he has become settled in his new duties he Will buy a site in a good location and build a house suitable to his tastes. The Barber mansion is beyond the boundary on the extension of Fourteenth street Northwest. It is a roomy. granite structure stands on the side of a high hill overlooking the city, and has much the appearance of a baronial castle. It is one of the finest houses in Washington as well as one of the lafgest; but a Chief Justice with eight lovely daughters and many social obligations has need of a roomy house.

There are handsome and extensive grounds around the house, and the entrance, which faces north, Is approached by a short but beautiful drive. The property is owned by A. L. Barber, an Ohio man, who made some lucky real estate deals and got wealthy. He had also extensive interests in the concrete pavements which make the Washington streets such delightful driveways.

He mint the house for his private residence, but has occupied it little during the last few years. Most of his time is spent in Europe, where his children are being educated. Farther up the hill and on the other side of the road is Justice Ear-Ian's residence. A snort eistance away is Mrs. Gen.

Logan's home. Dan Bhepard occupies a less pretentious house in the vicinity during the winter season. During the last year or two the Barber mansion has been leased for a boarding-house. Justice Harlan will be largely responsible for the occupancy of this house by the Chief Justice. lie wanted him for a neighbor and suggested that he get a lease upon it.

Mr. and Mrs. Fuller exarained the ertv and concluded it would answer their present purposes if they could get it at reasonable terms. The lease has not yet been drawn up. Mr.

Fuller has about made up his mind not to take the oath of office until the 6c.preme Court meet in October. His own impressions have been against taking the oath now, and friends have also advised him against it. However, he will stay in NVashington until the President return and will consult him about the matter. Last night Mrs. Fuller and Mrs.

B. F. Ayer went out to Justice Harlan's house and arc still staying there. I 1 I I 3 i i i 1 1 1 I 4 1 4 i GOT. PORTER'S DECLINATION.

Text of the Letter by Which He Refuses to Be a Candidate. RICHMOND, July SpeciaqThe letter in which ex-Gov. Porter declines to again be a candidate was received by Henry U. Johnson, State Senator, this morning, It is as follows: INDIANAPOLIS. July 29, MIHenry John8onMy DEAR SIR: The pressure of many engagements has delayed my reply to your letter.

At the conference of the Lincoln and Logan Clubs in February last I stated in a public speech that I would not be a candidate before the Republican State Convention for the office of Governor and that my name would not be nresented to the convention. Several gentlemen were present who were understood to desire the nomination and the declaration was properly interpreted as being in the nature of a pledge that I would not stand in the way. I have never since said that I would be a candidate, but on the contrary have said to many persons that I would not The partiality of friends has recently, notwithstanding these declarations, so strongly evinced itself in favor of my being nominated that I feel it to be incumbent upon me In reply to your letter to renew the statement, and to give you authority to make it public, that I shall not be a candidate, and I am obliged to add that I would not accept a nomination even were it tendered. I have taken an active part in every Renublican campaign since the Republican party was organized, except one that occurred while I was holding an office at Washington. After this long service, the State convention will, I am sure.

spare my feelings by refraining from pressing upon me a candidacy to which I would be averse and which I should feel obliged to decline. But while I shall not be a candidate I shall not be indifferent to the success of the Republican party. nor shall my voice be silent in the important campaign upon which it is about to enter. From the time when the campaign shall begin until it shall have closed, by every effort that I can bestow, I shall give whatever aid I am able to secure the triumph of the Republican National ticket and the success of the candidates who shall be placed in nomination by our State convention. Yours sincerely.

A. G. Ponitrib i 1 4 4 4 1 4 1 i Burial of Gen. Patrick. DAYTON, 0., July 29.The remains of Gen.

G. M. It Patrick. Governor of the Soldiers' Home, were buried in the National Cemetery at that institution this evening in the presence or an immense concourse of people. The ceremonies were conducted strictly under army regulations, six barracks sergeants acting as pallbearers.

The grave is near the National monument, and almost in the centre of the graves of 4,000 soldiers. I Postmaster Rolston. J. IL Rolston, a well-known citizen of Kensington, and a prominent Hyde Park Democrat, died at his home on Indiana avenue at 12:15 o'clock yesterday afternoon. The cause of death was inflammation of the bowels.

The deceased was 52 years old and had lived in Kensington for some years. For the last two years he had held the position of Postmaster. lie leaves a wife, son, and daughter. HARRISON IN mu Tisu GOLD FOR CLEVELAND. THIS WEEK'S WORK IN CONGRESS.

4 I 1 I I 1 The Indiana Legislature Will Grapple with the Subject Next Winter. INDIANAPOLIS, July 29.SpeciaLl It seems that while all the ordinary issues of a political campaign are being scrupulously watched by the people of this State the character and alliances of many legislative candidates have been so indifferently looked after that the gas and oil companies have combined to control the General Assembly as against owners of gas lands and consumers. The Standard Oil Company, which has mortgages on most of the good territory and many of the pipe-lines, is said to be at the head of the combination to procure such legislation as will give them absolute control of gas and oil matters. Even here in this county of wide awake people the companies seem to have got in their work. and several candidates for the Legislature are spoken of as being pledged to vote for anytnmg the gas companies want.

Alai. W. IL Calkins, who, while it was a direct operator in this territory, represented the Standard Oil Company, was asked: What is the condition of this State as to laws governing gas and oil lands, their development, and the consumption of their product We have no laws," the Major replied, and the coming session of the Legislature will have to take the matter in hand. No more important topic will be presented for the consideration of the Assembly." What legislation do the gas people regard as essentiafe, There are half a dozen leading questions presented, with any number of subordinate ones. What the companies want to have settled is: "1.

The question of the right of eminent domain for the condemnation of property for pipe lines. These lines to be a success must Lie straight, or nearly so. The companies desire that appraisers shall be appointed to assess damages to property for right of way. This right applies particularly to farms, the owners of which under the law of eminent domain would be required to accept the report of the appraisers or adjudicate the matter in the courts. the construction of lines being allowed to proceed in the meantime.

"2. The question of the location of gas wells with regard to their proximity to partition lines. A gas well should be located 500 feet from a dividing line to draw its supply wholly from the land on which it is located. This is also an issue that apnlies only to he farmers. "3.

The question of the power of a Common Council to fix a price for the use of gas. The character of gas is such that it cannot be transported in the ordinary avenues of commerce, and therefore the question has arisen whether natural gas reaches the consumer as a product of manufacture like artificial gas, or as a natural element like wood or coaL Courts have decided that to regulate the use of an article is one thing and to regulate the price of it is another. It is a well established principle that municipalities have power to control charges for the use of artificial articles and to regulate the charges of those institutions which are maintained for the public convenience, such as streetcars, but no court has ever ruled on trio right of a Common Council to fix a minimum price for natural products which are consumed in being used, such as wood, coal, or gas. The nearest any court came to fixing a price for an article was in the Alabama bread case, in which it. was held that a certain maximum price could be charged for a loaf of certain weight, but in that case the weight rather than the price was the basis of adjudication.

4. The question of the right of municipalities to control the location and use of reducing stations, registers, valvular cutoffs, and high pressure mains. 5. The question of the right of municipalities to control the regulation of measurement and the adoption of registry systems. The question of taxation and apportionment of taxes collected from inter-county lines." In regard to legislation in other States Maj.

Calkins said that Ohio had passed a law giving municipalities the right to fix maximum charges for the price of gas. The statute had not yet been tested in the courts. In Pennsylvania there was a statute conferring on gas and oil companies the power of eminent domain. Many pipe-lines in this State have been put down without right. This is especially the case where they are laid along the side of railroads and highways.

The rights of way granted railroads and highwaysexcept where direct purchases were madeare rights in easement for the use of the companies in operating lines as common carriers or for the public convenience. It is a question here whether the Standard Oil ripe-Line to Chicago along the Chicago ez, Atlantic Railroad is not put down illegally. It is said that the plan of the gas companies to get control of the Legislature contemplates the election of pledged supporters in those political communities where the gas is found. 'here are about forty such counties, and they contain the bulk of the State's population, so that when the Legislature assembles the gas people will have almost a Appropriation Bills Likely to Consume the Greater Fart of th Time. WASTIINGTON, D.

July 29.The Sundry Civil bill will probably occupy the attention of the Senate tomorrow. It is Senator Frye's purpose to ask that the Fisheries treaty be taken up for Continuous debate until disposed of, after the Sundry Civil bill be passed. The bill for the admission of Washington Territory and the bill to encourage the holding of a National industrial exposition of the arts, mechanics, and products of the colored race will be brought forward for early consideration if opportunities offer. It Is now thought to be doubtful whether the Tariff bill will make its appearance in the Senate this week. The General Deficiency Appropriation bill is likely to occupy the time of the louse for several days this week.

A number of hours, equivalent to nearly two working days, have already been allotted for the ulscussion of the paragraph providing for the payment of the French spoliation claims. After this bill be disposed of Mr. Sayers will endeavor to secure censideration for the Fortifications Appropriation bill. As the Senate amendments to the Army Appropriation bill cover nearly the same ground, it is expected that the Committee on Military Affairs will antagonize the Fortifications bill and try to have their bill first acted upon, with a view to throwing it into conference, and ultimately adopting the Senate plan of defense. It wonld appear that whatever time remain after the disposition of the Deficiency bill -'will be consumed in the discussion of the subject of fortifications.

The troubles of the Democrats in the House Over pension matters are not over, nor will they be until the close of the session, unless a pension bill be considered. Under the rules of tne House no measures unless they be appropriation or revenue bills can be taken out of the regular order except by unanimous consent. The usual plan is to have the Committee on Rules report a resolution setting aside certain days for the consideration of bills reported by various conamittees, and in that way Important questions are brought up for consideration. Before the Committee on Invalid Pensions reported Matson's substi-. tuto for the Senate Dependent Pension it was easy to prevail on Speaker Carlisle to cad a meeting of toe Committee on Rules for the purpose of fixing days for the consideration of special bills.

Matson, in his desire to capture the soldier vote for Governor in InOiana this fall, disregarded the wishes of his Democratic associates in the House and reported back his substitute for the Senate l'ension bill. Since he did that Speaker Carlisle has refused to call a meeting of the CommIttee on Rules. Cleveland and the Southern Democrats are determined that no pension bill shall pass at this session, and the Speaker's refusal to call a meeting of the Committee on Rules is in line with that program. Should the Committee on Rules report a resolution fixing days for considering bills from certain committees it would be subject to amendment in the House so that general pension legislation could also be considered. That is the cause of Speaker Carlisle's refusal to call a meeting of the committee.

For that reason a good deal of important legislation is being held back. The Republicans have begun retaliatory tactics. They are maging objection to the consideration of auY bill by unanimous consent. They insist on the regular oruer, hoping that -Democrats who want important bills passed will force the Speaker to take some action that wilt look to toe consideration of general pension legislation. Tnis kind of a fight will be kept up throughout the session if necessary to force the Speaker to yield.

Old Whigs Coming to the Support of Total Tippecanoe. LANCASTER, July publicans are making a gallant fight to keen the party in line, and are getting recruits to their ranks every day. Saturday a rousing ratification tneetig was held at Liberty, in Casey Countt, II which fully 2,000 Republicans assembled. A flag-pole was raised, and a genuine log cabin on wheels, drawn by fourteen yokes of oxen, headed the procession to a beautiful grove near town, where a big barbecue was itt progress. The Hon.

W. O. Bradley, Judea D. Beldin, G. W.

Davison, William Morrow, and Dr. Ed Neil were the orators of the day. Great enthusiasm prevailed, and a big Yotei promised. Today about 1,500 people crowded te court-house here to listen to an exposition of the tariff by the Hon. W.

O. Bradley. He spoke for two hours to an attentive audience and was frequently interrupted by prolonged cheering. It was one of the ablest aortae' his life, and several ot his arguments were unanswerable. He deprecated the idea ant this campaign was to have Tippecanoe and Tyler, too," for a war-cry, and said Gm Ben Harrison was a grander soldier and greater statesman than any Harrison Oa had gone before him.

His tribute to MOO was cheered to the echo. At the conclusion of his remarks a Republican league wan formed; names were enroiled, and ttis is but an entering wedge. Kentuckl be heard from in November. Ricumosn, July SaturdsT the Republican party of this (Madison) county held a meeting in the court-house a ratify the nomination of Harrison as Presi dent. In numbers it excelled any m04 they have had since the organization Of tile party, there being over 1,200 in attendand, and some men present who were old-hte Whigs in the RAO campaign say that noting has equaled it since that time.

Speeches were made by Gen. Cassius Clay, the veteran, who opened the tneetirS with one of his masterly efforts. It was an anaiysis of the acts of the Republican pal as contrasted with the failures Of the preset' Administration, so complete, so plain, and convincing that the unanimous sentiment os the large crowd was, Well done, good Oa faithful servant." Min The Hon. Alex. Campbell of West irg was introduced, and for an hour and a un Toe Hon.

A. 31. Swope held the large crowd spellbound by his enelf: getic and convincing argument on tee of xington two hours, and was frequently and loudly IT; plauded. No better evidence of the of his speech is wanted than the fent lor. the large crowd listened attentively throughout without any sign of weariness on impatience.

ha There are old liners residing here Le sPo" voted for "Tip and Tyler, too," in PAO WV. are enthusiastic in devotion to the bean party and will vote for Harrison na, Morton in November next, but the bulk Whigs in this section left the Union Partt after tne enforcement of PresidentLinoolli emancipation proclamation, and have sow; with the Democrats since, but may rent. their "first protection to America, in- dustries as against free trade. We to give the Democrats a close find stro race for the party control of the county. Oa have good promises of success.

klarrisc! alci and Morton clubs are being formed Coo county. Ottal Re keep ts to II LA ant am, rre as in ze I-Toro day. ate ia tts lid loco Inged rts 01 were 1 that and a ths; ort03 am was Ws will irdar isoll) lo 16 E'resi' eta at antA 1-10 ttung us etirS is al parts oat ad so. at ol 1 alid -trinia asi gpoo ly sP bait I ttat to ll ss or wise eta epub ea ali of Part 010 acted es to ma toopoge tracit sal Taos Old AN ADDRESS TO HIS OLD COMRADES. The Rev.

Thomas rt. Wallace Talks to the Veterans. Seventy-five Grand Army men, members of Godfrey Weitzel Post, No. 425, listened to an eloquent sermon by the Rev. Thomas D.

Wallace at the Eighth Presbyterian Church. The pulpit was decorated with flags and flowers. The clergyman is an old soldier. His text was taken from the eleventh chapter of Isaiah, the twelfth verse: "And He shall set up an ensign for all nations." The speaker said that the greatest battles ever fought were spiritual battles. He stood before them as a recruiting officer for the army of the Lord.

The Lord had set up an ensign for all nations. How a good soldier loves to see the ensign under whim he is enlisted. How the boys used to watch the standard-bearer as he Dressed steadily on, trying always to keep their ranks in line with the old flag. The history of the world could be written in the history of its battles. St.

Paul's nicture of the Christian was that of a man encased in armor, bearing aloft the sword of the spirit. The speaker drew a vivid picture of the early scenes of the war; of how the boys in the college decided to become soldiers; bow proud they were when they passed the medical examination and tests. We are soldiers now," said one young man as they entered into the first battle. Wait until we are tried," said the boy beside him, and a moment later he fell dead. God had placed a great problem in the lap of every century.

America had three despised races the Indian, Negro, and Chinese. Out of over 400 treaties with the Indians the Government had broken almost all of them. It had taken away their lands, mountains, streams, and hunting-grounds and given in return nothing but bad habits. Yet the Indian was capable of a splendid and useful citizen. The negro haa been brought to this country in captivity.

The Nation had, by the grace of God, settled that problem. The Chinaman was despised because be had no vote. God recognized no nationality. In making the finest grades of steel iron-ore from all parts of the world are melted together. A combination of ore from England, Austria, Germany, Russia, and the United States under skillful manipulation brought forth a perfect product.

English Manufacturers Said to Have Contributed $2,000,000 for His Campaign. NEW YORK, July are current that British gold has been subscribed in large sums to laelp reelect Cleveland. It is the belief of many who are well posted that the Democrats will virtually have barrels of money sent over from England within the next few weeks to scatter throughout the country in the interest of the free traders. A gentleman who arrived from England recently declared that he never saw Englishmen so interested in American politics before, and nearly all were anxious to see President Cleveland reelected, because he represented the true British idea of free He heard, and fully believed, that English manufacturers had already subscribed nearly 2,000,000 towards the Democratic campaign fund. Thousands of Cleveland badges and buttons, he asserted, had been manufactured there and sent to this country to be distributed free.

The Cobden Club, In London, was bestirring itself and doing all it could to assist President Cleveland financially and otherwise. Secretary Fassettof the Republican National Executive Committee was today asked if he had heard anything about British gold being sent to this country to help the Democrats. He said he had heard a great deal about it, and rather thought that where so much smoke prevailed there certainly ought to be some lire. The Cobden Club of London, he averred, was, according to direct accounts, doing yeoman's service for the Democratic cause in the way of sending over badges and buttons. It is believed that the fund reported to have been subscribed by the British has reached this country and is now at tne disposal of the Democratic National Committee, with and by tile advice of President Cleveland.

mommwmmb INTIMIDATION IN THE SOUTH. The Outrage Perpetrated on a Republican at Monticello, Fla. JACKSONVILLE, July 29.fSpecial. News has reached this city of an outrage perpetrated in Monticello, Jefferson County, whereby State Senator J. D.

Cole. a white Republican, was ordered to leave that county when he was about to organize a county convention for the purpose of electing delegates to the Republican State Conveution. The reports of the affair are meagre, as J. D. Cole, who is a frequent visitor to Jacksonville, refuses to say anything regarding it.

He keeps silent, no doubt, on account of the fact that he is a large property-holder in that county, and fears that at some future time the perpetrators of ttus outrage- who forced him to leave might call him to account for peactung and make it unpleasant for him. The report in circulation here is to the effect that certain masked men called on Mr. Cole one night recently at his residence in Jefferson County and informed him that his presence was not wanted in that county until after the election. Mr. Cole was teen taken to the railroad and told to "git," which he did without further parley.

It has created quit a stir in Democratic circles, and they are trying 1,0 SOUTHERN SHOOTING AFFRAY. A Street Battle in Kosciusko with the Usual Ending. KOSCIUSKO, July JA shooting affray in which the parties involved ranged each side of the color line occurred here Friday night. Mason Jones (colored) was wounded and Ike Jennings (colored) received a fatal shot, from which he died the next morning. Between and 9 o'clock a crowd of a ciozen white men came up Jefferson street from the east, and stopping in front of A.

Simpson's house, Wesley Sneed, who was with the crowd, began to beat Mason Jones, who was standing In the door. Mason jumped back a few feet into the house, and shooting began between him and the parties at the door. The number of shots tired was variously estimated at from seventeen to twenty-live. Ise Jennings, who was in the house at the time, and hearty in range between the parties, received a wound in the right side, from which he died Saturday morning. An inquest was held, and the jury found that the shooting was done unintentionally by Mason Jones while shooting at the parties outside the door.

If Senator Palmer stick to his purpose not to seek a reelection a great many Washington people who like society will be disappointed. The Senator's house on McPherson square was built to entertain. its owner's saste has not made it the scene of many crushes, but the enjoyable little dinners that Dave been given in it are numberless. Mrs. Palmer during the Senator's term has not spent all of her time in Washington, and when the mistress of the house was away it Wa the Senator's custom to invite some of bis colleagues to take pot luck with him.

No one was ever known to refuse an invitation. One of the most notabie dinners given by Senator Palmer was to President Arthur lust before he left the White house. When the Postmaster and Mrs. Dickinson tirst came to Washington Senator Palmer gave them a reception which was attended by everybody in oflicial and Congressional life. home moeths ago the senator startled politicians by coming out i strongly favor of the Republican party taking up prohibition as a living issue.

The situation iu Michigan at that tithe was peen-Isar. Alost of the Leaders in tao btato thouitit Greenwood Will Claim the Champlonsilp. NEWARK, N. July 20.II. V.

Greenwood of St. Louis, wh4 was to have climbed Eagle Rock Hill for the chismpionship of the United States against John A. Wells of Philadelphia, but was prevented by an accident to Wells, tonight received a telegram from his backer in St. Louis to ride over the course, claiming the championship, and return home. The ride will take place tomorrow afternoon at 5 o'clock.

Weill LI WO bacliy brokeb up by bill tall to rides It Was All Fixed. "Congratulate me, old man! I have written a book and itii going to be a big success." 1 you seem remarhably sanguine; bow do you know it is going to be a success?" "Because rve got it all fixed. I have made arrangements wan several leading papers to denounce my work as rubbish. and with several others to accuse me of plagiarism; I expect that the first eciluou will be ezteubtect In i tauntb." Jiage. McKinley Will Go to Georgia.

WASHINGTON, D. July 29.Congressman McKinley today accepted an invitation to visit the Georgia Chautauqua during the mouth of August and make a speech. The invitation was tendered him yesterday by Senator Brown. The time of Atcliiuleys visit is lett to his Struck by a rimming Train. Towso, IlL, July Kreisnudt of Phdadelohla left here last night and was found near the Wabash track this morning with his back and one arm broken.

lie was Probably strucit by a yaming tr..