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Austin American-Statesman from Austin, Texas • 6

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-JO. EAFIirnv Tvtto AUSTIN DAILY STATESMAN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1685. bine, Panola and Rusk counties; and new COLICS to CHRISTMAS-TREES, AND OTHER SUNDAY SCHOOL are very common. But it still more unpleasant to be a skeleton; and it is even worse to be "a skeleton full of neuralgic pains." This is just what Mr. P.

H. Carson, of Santafee, says he was. But in writing about it he says, "Brown's Iron Bitters restored my health." Take the hint from his improvement. To put flesh in your bones, drive out neuralgia, and invigorate your system, take Brown's Iron Bitters. Grahamd Andrews, the Drug- WILL KEEP OPEN" HOUSE.

KAIILKOAI) TIME TABLE. II. T. C. RAILROAD.

Arrives at J-? p. Departs at!" 1 .4 6:30 p. I. G. N.

RAILROAD. UBPAHTrKEH. Forth South :43 p. m. For the i.

p. m. AUSTIN Jt NORTHWESTERN. Vail and Express leaves rn. Atvommadation leaves 2:13 p.m.

Mail and espres arrives p. ni. Accommodation arrives i.ll:fw a. in. BURNET AND MASON STAGE LINE.

leave Unmet 12 m. Arrives at Macon 12 P- m. iturnet 1 P- m. Office at Western Hotel. Burnet.

Texas. residences are springing up ail over town. Prof. J. L- Mosely, of Beana Vista, was married last week at Lufkin, to Miss Ella Aleney, of Lufkin.

Two ministers of the gospel and two ex-iudges are at Center trying to arbitrate a business difficulty between two prominent merchants. The doctors are idle. RUNT COUNTY. The people of Greenville are agitating the subject of getting the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe railroad company to run their eastern extension through that town. A railroad meeting is to be held at Dallas on January 10, to determine the matter.

Greenville has made many permanent and valuable improvements during the past year. Among the most noteworthy are a magnificent opera house, Odd Fellows hall, Masonic Temple, and one of the largest and best brick hotels in eastern Texas, and a court house that is th pride of the county. The following marriages took place last week in Greenville: J. T. Germany, to Miss Pollie Tolbert; Mr.

E. E. Hawkins, to Miss Carrie Belle Hughs. At Kingston, Mr. A.

A. Spradling, to Miss Francis Barnhar. Rev. John Cochran will move to Orange, Tex. Dr.

Chandler, of Pilot Point, will locate in Greenville about the 1st of January. Mr. H. B. Cushman left on the 24th for the Chickasaw nation to gather material for his forthcoming book.

Judge V. W. Grubb has retired from the position of associate editor of the Herald. Crops have been good in the county the past year, and the people are prosperous and happy. NEW YEAR'S CALLS.

LIST OF THOSE "WHO WILL RECEIVE. Mrs. Dr. L. B.

Johnson, assisted by her niece, Miss Ruth; from 1 to 10 p. m. Residence, No. 302 East Cypress, coiner San acinto. Mrs.

J. J. Tobin will receive calls on New Years, from 1 o'clock p. m. until 10.

She will be assisted by the following ladies: Mrs. Frank Rainey, Mrs. Harrison, Mrs. Gaines, Mrs. W.

II. Tobin. Mrs. Clarke, Mrs. McLeary, Mrs.

Henry Shelley and Misses Bulwer, Leake, Hamilton, Spaulding, McCollum and Mollie Johnson. Miss Jessie Driskill, Mrs. S. W. French, Mrs.

C. R. Gibson, Mrs. W. W.

Driskill, Mrs. J. W. Driskill, Miss Bettie Driskill, Miss Nannie Carver, Miss Etta Wooten, Miss Stella Wooten, Miss Willie Ella Hardeman and Miss Tullie Folts will receive "New Years Day" at the residence of Col. J.

L. Dri6kill, from 2 until 9 p. m. Mr. A.

K. Hawkes still has some of those large eight-day clocks and they will be sold at cost, until further notice. A BRIGHT PICTURE. JUST A LITTLE "WIFE WHIPPING THAT'S ALL. A report gained some circulat'on yesterday that a negro woman had been fatally knocked in the head in one of the hovels on the "flat" side of Ash street, east of Red Jiiver street.

The Statesman's peripatetic youth quickly repaired to the locality designated and after some difficulty in finding the exact quarters, was ushered into the presence of one Mary Bright a dark woman, the person said to have been assaulted. In reply to the reporter's inquiry, she said, "nuffin de matter wid me, 'ceptin' I got a whippin' las' night." "Who whipped yon?" queried the scribe. "Nobody but my own deah husband," "Where is he?" was asked. "Skipped," she replied. Albert Bright is his name, and he has lately been employed in the kitchen or dining room of the Brunswick hotel.

GRAND EVENT IN COLORED SOCIETY. i MARRIAGE OF WILLIAM II. HOL LAND AND MISS E. II. JAMES.

One of the grandest events which has set agog colored society in Austin was the wedding yesterday of VYilliam H. Holland and Miss E. H. James. The ceremony was performed by Rev.

A. Grant at the residence of Hugh B. Hancock, No. 602 Neches street, in the presence of relatives of the bride and a few intimate friends. Mr.

Holland is one of the most prominent of his race in Texas. He represent ed Grimes and Waller counties in the fifteenth legislature, and after removing to Austin was twice elected as a county commissioner. Since that time he has been employed as a school teacher, in which profession he is said stand very high. iiis youirg bride is a teacher one of the city public schools, and is spoken of by those who know her as a lady possessing many rare accomplishments. To the Patrons ol the Calcasieu Lumber Co.

Calcasieu Finishing Lumber a Specialty. Yards at Austin, Manor, Elgin SIcDaJe. Although our etoek of Dressed Lumber was" entirely, and our Rough Lumber partially destroyed DV fire last IllVht tuL-o nlny.nn t-n our customers and friends, that by arrangement "iiu uui imiii ucaiers, enaii De awe to til all orders with our accustomed promptness. We have ordered bv telegraph, stock to replace that destroyed, and will in a tew davs' have on hand a more complete assortment than' ever of our justly celebrated CALCASIEU LUMBER, for which we solicit the fauw generous patronage which has been extended to ns in the past. Calcasieu Lumber Co.

Of $3,000 and upward, negotiated upon the seenritv i st upon fenced pastures, snd plowed Francis Smith Co. Negotiators of Loans. San Antonio, Texas. MERCIIAV TrrmT IF TOTJ WILL ATTEKDoLjj WHICH WILL 0CCTB TWICE A WEEi I During December, 3,0 Yon will make Money on anXlOUB to Pea rmr MILLION DOLLARS is H-' a Co ity OUR STOCK EQUALS ITATP WPClTinv lul-MilJI 1 BOOTS 41 SUB HATS so i is ai AND TIIE LARGEST I al' NOTION IS If i. i 1 IN TEE SKI she 8 -IN- GR0CERIE Wei Wil nijjl) CIGARS AH) TOBACCO We are at Nome and will i lf pete with anyb ody.

I is Ws will be Headquarters for Christmas Tc ij Fir.worka. 'j Crow. AfcXean GfE re, frc insti- IF YOU WAMT 3 4ft- i Was! at -race. u.n LI V.IL BP.A( unce '1'tior ii -i Fa be -Slit I Ft( "Lot V' 'KOt Ca r--rt CP -'-r tl: 1 ARE THE MOST BUPi: THE LEAST C0L1FLI04T HAVE GREATER FACSLITi CQISULIE THE LEAST I s-Wiil BAKE, COOK, ROAST BROIL Quicker and More tve than any other Stove made, THEY Mil BOOK'S STOVE BAKU ST. LOI'ISJW0- BOLD BY AUSTIN, TEXAS.

hi AX tin A hill! la trentlnl8. P. fll andaJnurab, MlidaaaweUasforP SolJbrGrofiT'. COD mm viirr i III 1 Uc IT i r-wm ism i fit oft! r- rj. m- a BUY TIIE ANNUAL SEASON WHICH MAKES OLD AND YOUG FOLKS HAPPY.

The teachers and scholars of ST. DAVIDS SUNDAT-SCHOOL had their annual Christmas festival last Monday night at the church. A bountiful supply of valuable and appropriate presents were bestowed upon the happy and free-hearted children. God bless them ell, and may they live to see their own dear ones gathered around St. Davids' Christmas tree.

Last night a Christmas tree, loaded with its precious gifts, was exhibited at the SOUTHEEN METHODIST CHCBCHr on1 v.BTnnfh it wiile-snreadinff branches there gathered the teachers, scholars r. i 1 1 nd friends ot tne eunuay-uciiuui. The occasion was in every way in keeping with the big hearted congregation, and every one went home happy. THE MISSION SUNDAY SCHOOL entertainment in the Tenth ward, given last Monday night was a great success. The house was crowded to overflowing, and the audience showed their apprecia-tian of the concert, by repeated cheers, and when old Santa Claus came down the chimney the children almost screamed with delight, and were made- happy by the three large bags that he brought.

AT DB. SMOOT'B CHUBCH. The exciting events of the past few days and nights have so absorbed the time of The Statesman's Sunday school reporter that he has overlooked the Christmas celebration of Dr. Smoot's Sunday school people. It was in all respects one of the happiest events of the holiday season, and in the midst of the joy and thanksgiving vouchsafed the dear little folks, it is a pleasure to know that Santa Claus did not forget the Statesman.

A pig was hung on the tree for Walkabout, and a tin horn given the reporter. Well, it was the only "horn" he got during all of Christmas. WTe are daily expecting a lot of our well known I. brand of cigars. Dealers, send in your orders.

Stacy Hicks. EASTERN TEXAS. ITEMS FROM HUNT, RUSK AND OTHER COUNTIES. Correspondence. BUSK COUNTY.

Hendebson, December 28. The remains of Eugene Garrison, who died yesterday, at his father's house in San Marcos, of consumption, were brought here to-day and buried beside two brothers and two sisters who had fallen before of the sime dread destroyer. Eugene was the last brother- A-Pref. Garrison, of the Texas university, who accompanied the remains here. Col.

T. J. Trammell, who was strick en with paralysis about a week ago, is 6lowly improving. A. W.

Oliver, a rising young attorney from Center, Shelby county, is visiting here the friends of his childhood. Chappy nightower, a popular clerk in the store of E. Barthold, married Miss Lucy Barthold, the accompligsed daughter of his employer, last week. Among the bridal presents were two thousand dollars in cash, presented by the father of the bride. Miss Jessie McMurray, of Gainesville, and Miss Daisy Miller, of Overton, are spending the holidays at Henderson.

Miss L. Gould, from the universty at Austin, is on a visit to her parents, and is lavish of her praise of the university and the people of Austin. The weather is warm and pleasant, and Christmas has been a scene of enjoyment to all, except one negro, who was shot through the leg at a colored festival Saturday night. Rev. T.

P. Smith has been appointed to fill the Methodist pulpit at this place for the ensuing year. He is a good man and very popular with his congregation. The people of this section are perfectly horror-stricken at the last two murders in Austin. It seems to be unaccountable, and, heretofore, unheard of, that citizens should be butchered in their own houses in a populous city, and nobody to protect them, or arrest and punish the murderous fiends.

It seems that the people will have to abandon tiie city and fly elsewhere for safety, if such crimes cannot be stopped, or at least, the criminals be punished. It is certainly very damaging to the prosperity of the city. Some people who contemplated buying property and settling in Austin have entirely abandoned the idea, on account of the frequent and mysterious murders. And it is said that the reason there are now attending the university only half the young ladies that attended last year, is because people are afraid to send their daughters there. It seems that the citizens ought to stop the slaughter, if they have to keep a sentinel at every house.

SHELBV county. A co-operative association has been organized in this county, and are building a large store house at Teneha, on the railroad. They say they mean business. Ex-Judge Booty, of Marshall, is in Center on legal business. Prof.

G. N. Weaner has just closed his third term of one of the best schools in Shelby county. Dr. R.

B. Hooper will locate at Timp-son. Rev. Tliomas Armstrong has again been placed on the Center circuit. Timpson receives some cotton from Shelby, Nacogdoches, San Augustine, Sa LEADING MEMBERS OF COLORED SOCIETY WILL RECEIVE CALLS.

The following ladies will receive calls on New Year's day: At the residence of Miss Ida Y. Norris, 604 West Mulberry street, from 2 to 6 p. Misses R. E. Kirkendall, M.

E. Foster, C. A. Lomax. Sallie Taylor, Annie Scott and Ida V.

Norris. At 1506 Cypress sfteet: Misses Tenne Hardwell, Laura Evans and Mollie H. Carey, of San Antonio. At yOl Olive street: Misses iannie Whitaker, Charlotte Green and Mollie Minor, of Lampasas. At 1101 East Mcsquite street: Misses iw.

F. Burkley, Lizzie Madison and Hattie Green. At 816 East Mulberry street: Mrs. Jas. A.

Jackson. Mrs. II. Swan, Miss Lucinda Penn, Miss Cornelia Martin, Miss Maggie Majors. MERRY CHRISTMAS.

This being Childrems week, we offeMen styles of button shoes sure to make little folks happy, 45 cents a pair less than our usualj.selling price. Chllds fc Co. popular snoe store. gists. Fancy Goods, Cologne Elegant plush albums Edwards fc Oysters, oysters, oysters, at Simon's Res taurant.

Although I have had a big rush I can still furnish anything wanted in my line. CABIi 51AYEB. Insure your life in the Equitable Life Insurance company. Rob't. Gribble, Gen.

126 est Pecan Austin Tex. Ah, there! Stav, there! until you get the H. I. X. 5 cent cigar.

GO TO DICK BULIAX FOR A NICE QUAIL, TEAL DUCK, VENISOX. Choice ovsters. fresh salt water fish re ceived daily at Simon's Restaurant. Notwithstanding the great excitement in Austin, yon can still buy goods, as low as ever at iiawKes where you win find stationery of all kinds, books, school supplies, fancy goods, paintings, steel engravings, etc. Bottles, Manicure Sets, Dress- SPECTAL NOTICE.

Some time ago I advertised all of my stationery, books, fancy goods, etc. for sale at cost, as I wished to change my business in some respects. I found, how ever, that it was impossible to dispose of such a large and varied stock as mine was in a limited time, and will therefore con tinne in the same business. I solicit the patronage of my old friends, and of all others who think it would be to their interest to deal with me. A.

K. Hawkes. A most appropriate Xrnas or New Year present fr a wife is an EqnitableXife Insurance policy. Rob.t Gbibble, Gen. Agt, 126 West Pecan Austin, Tex.

Salge's Restaurant! FISH AND OYSTERS A SPECIALTY. OPEN DAY AND NIGHT. There's no use talking, your son wants one of those parlor rifles at Petmecky 's gun store. They make no noise, and are daisy" shooters. Price, 83.50.

Preserves, apple butter, mince meat and jellies, fresh, at A. Achilles. ing Case Setts, Gloue and ijand- The largest assortment of fine pocket knives, Rogers and scissors ever seen in Austin, at Hawkeb' Book Stobe. OLD 1U1 CIGAR IS TIIE BOSS. Order fancy apples, oranges, candies and other Christmas goods from John Sheehan's by telephone.

Clocks, all prices, from $1.50 to 50. at 1 aiayer 8. St. Louts Saloon. 310 Congress avenue.

We make a specialty of straight goods, and sell nothing but pure liquors and genuine cigars. Billik Chablie. After the heavy run J. A. Jackson has a good line of clothing, cutlery, valises, hats, jewelry, at reduced prices; also an expert English jeweler, who guarantees to repair every style of watches.

TIIE OLD RU CIGAR FOR SALE AT GOLDSTEIN'S PHILIPSOX'S. For anything in the furniture line, go to A. v. Diltlniger, 302 E. Pecan street, who keeps the latest styles at the lowest figures.

He also rente the same at a rea sonable price. kerchief Boxes, etc, etc. For diamonds, solid gold and silver watches and fine jewelry, go to L. Eck 101 ti ecaa street. THE EIGHTH VICTIM.

KUKIAL. OF MllS. HANCOCK YESTERDAY AFTER- THE INQUEST NOT OXCLUlEI-OTIIER POINTS I.V THE CASE. The funeral of Mrs.M. II.

Hancock took place at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon, from her late residence on East Water street. Mr. Hancock, being DETAINED AS A WITNESS before the jury of inquest, was prevented from being present at the interment of his murdered wife. By the fleath of Mrs. Hancock eight victims are counted of the heartless fiends who prowl around at night, filled only with thoughts of murder nud other crimes.

The blood of these butchered and MANGLED WOMEN cries to heaven for vengance; an outraged community culls for the enforcement of law; determined officers, backed by good citizens, swear the law shall be enforced. Be patient. As stated in yesterday issue of the Statesman, after the death of Mrs. Hancock Dr8. Burt and Graves made a post moetem examination.

and the following is their report: December 29, 1S85. On the 28th inst, at 9 o'clock p. in the city of Austin, and about two and one-half hours after death, we held an autopsy on the body of Mrs. Susan Hancock. The examination developed THREE WOCNDS ON HEB DEAD, as follows: One, cutting through the upper part of the left ear, through the soft tissues and fracturing the squamous portion of tiie left temporal bone, for about one inch.

One wound about one inch above and to the left of the left eye, making an external wound about one and one-half inches long, in a horizontal direction. THIS WOUND PENETBATED the soft tissues 'and the instrument used fractured the left parietal, the frontal, the eplhenoid and squamous portion of the left temporal bones, at the point of their articulations one with the other. This fracture and the first one described made one fracture, both running together, the bones being broken and comminuted for a space of three by one and one-hnlf inches, between the left ear and left eye. These broken pieces were forced into the brain substance, TSAIiING THE MEMBBANES AKD BBAIN and involving mostly the middle lobe of the left side of the brain. The brain for two or more inches around the fracture was filled with clotted blood in a state of partial decomposition.

The other wound was in the right ear and done by a sharp pointed instrument, piercing through the auditory canal and through the bones, fracturing them and PENETRATING THE BRAIN for two or more inche. The wounds on the left side were made by an ax, a hatchet, a smoothing iron or some such instrument. No other wounds were discovered. These wounds were the cause of her death. AY.

J. Bdkt, M- D. Ii. S. Gbaves, D.

The above report was submitted to the jury of inquest, which BEGAN ITS INVESTIGATIONS yesterday, but not having gotten through with the testimony, adjourned until today. In order that no injustice may be done the stricken family of the murdered woman, by the formation of wrong reporter of The Stathsmah will say that the parties spoken of in yes terday's issue of the paper, as misbehav ing in the pkesence or death, were a newly married couple, entire strati gers to Mr. Hancock and his daughters, who dropped into the house to tende their services. There being but one chair in the dmmg room, the young wife natu rally took a seat in her husband's lap. Mr.

uancocK himself defined their con duct as a little out of place, considering the surroundings. His eldest daughter, past sixteen years of age, was so prostrated by hkb mother's death, that restoratives had to be frequently ap plied her and given internaiilv. The younger daughter was also deeply bowed down with grief. The afflicted old gen tleman speaks of his two daughters with great admiration and love, Haying it is cruel aud wicked that the shafts" of sc-in-dal-aionrera should be hurled at two such pure and innocent girls. A SKELETON.

It is unpleasant to have a skeleton in the family, although it ia said such things fi.

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