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NUMBER 4981. PHILADELPHIA, TUESDAY MORNING, MAY 7, 1889. ONE CENT. THE RAILROAD INVESTIGATION. ADMIRAL PORTER REPLIES.

UP THE' DR. BDARDMAN HONORED THE TWENTY FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASTORATE. QUAY SEES THE PRESIDENT GILKESON'S APPOINTMENT PROBABLY DECIDED UPON. LiBERPTSJUBlLEE The Paris Exposition Opened by President Oarnot. tower is sixty five hundred tons and its cost $1,000,000.

THE ARRANGEMENTS PERFECT. The arrangements for the policing of the exposition buildings and the city are complete, and, as Is generatly true of Paris, are admirable. The admission to the exposition grounds is only twenty cents for all the departments, and once in it Is unnecessary to leave them until the hour for closing at nlgbt. There are ample resources for feeding the multitudes within the grounds at moderate prices, the restaurants being under official control. Most of tberailroadsgiveexcurslon rates.

The Whitsuntide vacations in England will precipitate a large portion of the inhabitants of the British Islands upon the Exposition, while tbe American steamers, especially the speedier French line, direct to Havre, are loaded with our fellow countrymen and women. The American colony in Paris Is no longer a coterie It Is a town. In spite of the extraordinary increase in population Paris does not present the aspect of being orowded and, despite the inevitable annoyances inseperable from the period, it is certain that the visitors who regard the rights and sensibilities of others will generally find their own rights and sensibilities respected. Margaret F. Sullivan.

HER HEART WAS BROKEN. Mrs. Bell Expires on Learning That She Had Been Deceived. Mrs. Jane Bell, a widow, 66 years of age, died suddenly yesterday at her residence, 1017 Morgan street, and her friends say her sudden taking off was the result of a broken heart, by her having discovered that the man to whom she was attached was already married.

Mrs. Bell had been a widow for twelve years and had supported herself by renting furnished rooms and doing plain sewing. For some six years she bod been receiving the attentions of William Beath, believing bim to be a single man. She was recently confronted by Heath's lawful wife. Mrs.

Bell refused to accept Mrs. Heath's statement until yesterday, when she received from tbe alleged Mrs. Reath a copy of her marriage certificate from the record of Rev. Irwin N. McCurdy, of the Presbyterian Church at Twentieth and Fits water streets.

She read the enclosure and fainted. Two hours later she died, and Dr. Samuel B. McDowell, of 1138 Vine street, who was called in, said heart failure was responsible for her death. William Reatb, who Is a boss painter, living at 1722 Sansom Street, said last night that he had known Mrs.

Bell for many years, but could not imagine what caused herdeath. He said he had no reason to believe that she regarded him as anything but a friend, and sup Eosed she knew he was a married man. He ad known her husband for years and had called frequently to see ber. He took ber to Nazareth Methodist Episcopal Church quite otten, but had not seen her for over a week. Mr.

Heath is apparently 05 years of age. He is now living with his second wife. He was much excited at the news of Mrs. Bell's fate. Mrs.

Bell was highly spoken of by her neighbors as a hard working and thoroughly respectable woman. She supported herself and ber twelve year old granddaughter. The women In the house think she was a deceived woman and that ber heart was broken at learning that ber trusted friend had deceived her. She will be buried on Thursday and the furniture in the house will be sold for the benefit of ber granddaughter. Coroner Ashbridge was notified of the death, and at hlsrequost Professor Formad made a posi mortom examination, the result of which will be mode knowu at the Inquest to day, THE SEAL; BROWNS SOLD.

A MAGNIFICENT SPECTACLE Glorious Birthday of Prance's Centennial Carnival. A TRIUMPH FOR DEMOCRACY Representatives of the World's Nationalities Attend the Opening Ceremonies of the World's Fair. (Copyright by Associated Press. Paris, May. At two o'clock this afternoon, Bur rounded by his Ministers and many distinguished guests.

President Carnot stood under the greatdome of the Exposition build In? to declare It open. The Presidential cortege arrived at the Exposition grounds, escorted by a brilliant corps of cuirassiers, whose breast plates and helmets flashed back the pleasant May day sun. The crystal tones of the (rreat clocks struck two, the trumpets poured forth their strains and the entire assembly under the dome arose to its feet. It was a spectacle worth remembering. The free scenic nation has supplied during the centuries of its monarchy and empire many gorgeous spectacles for artists to preserve, for poets to chant and philosophers to discuss, but at no time since the days of the great Louis were liberty, moral power and beauty and dumocracyso picturesquely harmonized as at this moment.

FOREIGN DIPLOMATS PRESENT. The surprise of the day was the presence of all the diplomatic representatives now In Paris. While their governments declined to permit them officially to assist in the opening of the Exposition, personal good will, and possibly private courtesy, have overcome the prohibition, and they were all unolHclally present. Only one foreign representative is in austere black, unrelloved by any decoration. This Is Bobert Mcbanc, the retiring urbane Minister of the United States, who is greeted with cordial warmth on every side.

There pass near his place on the benches provided for the Ambassadors, 'Orientals with white teeth flashing from under their curled brown moustaches, Hindoos in white cloaks and capuchins, Africans with feathered circlets in their headgear, the Chinese Minister with a long suite of yellow attendants, looking like elegant, grotosque figures, among whom there is not a young man, and full blooded Moors, the contrast between whoso swarthy skins and silk white draperies of nun's veiling is occasionally relieved by the raising of a delicate jeweled hand to direct an opera glass upon the gallery overhead. THE EXPOSITION OPENED. After the Marseillaise had been played by a picked orchestra and sung by a chorus of men's voices, admirably balanced and of delightful quality. Premier Tirard rose to deliver the opening speech, which mado an excellent impression and was loudly applauded. President Carnot followod and made an address which was strictly appropriate to the occasion and was a marvel of good points and well selected phrases.

It was a well proportioned treatment of the several themos which had a structural place In it. Its statesmanlike deliveranceand morethanonce the felicity of its sentences awoke the assem blagelnto an unintended demonstration of enthusiasm. It was several mlnutos before the President was pernjitted to take his seat. Tne musical programme was then at once proceeded with. President Carnot descended from the dais and walked down the main aisle of the gallery of tine arts toward the centre, where be touched several electric buttons.

In a moment the fountains of tbe Exposition were all pouring forth their streams to the universal sunshine, and the great engine of the machinery palace whs in motion. The three or four hundred thousand people outside and inside cheered and every portion of the grounds of the Universal Exposition of 1889 was open. A WONDERFUL STRUCTURE. The Grounds an Object History ot Civilization. The subject matter of the Exposition comprises everything that enters into the material of civilization.

While it maybe classified with extreme comprehensiveness under the hearts of fine and industrial arts, it contains in the great grounds the history of the universe. Whethor for peace or war, it is history teaching by examples; but It is pre eminently peace inviting all mankind to school to learn ber nobility and beneficence. An Idea of the vast ness of the Exposition may be gained from the area It covers. Although the exhibition buildings are closely grouped, the total ground surface exceeds 000, 000 square feet. The Champ deMars, tbeTrocadero Palace Gardens, the Esplanade of the Invalldes and the quays of the Seine extending between the Champ deMars and the Invalldes buildings blend strength, suitability, light and grace In their composition.

SUPERB DHCORATIONS. Their Interior architectural lines are notably free and symmetrical, while their decorations surpass in elegance of design and richness of those of any structures ever put up for a similar use. Tbe most accomplished artists have been employed upon every part of tho work and the color schemes, while blgh In key, are rich and effective without being glaring. Indeed, tbe decorations of the Interiors would adorn tho finest permanent publlo edifices. The applications for spaoo so far exceeded the expectations founded on previous exhibitions that, despite herolo exertions, not one department is complete nor the catalogue of any group ready for tbe printers.

AMERICAN EXHIBITS. The American representation Is the farthest behind. There Is not, for instance, at this writing a vestige of the great national educational exhibit to be seen, nor are the consignments sent from tho Individual States, nearly all of which are to be represented, out ot tbe packing boxes. So far as the present Indications go, the American exhibit on tbe Industrial sido will be mom Impressive In gold and (llvrrsmithtng, In glasswaro, which has mado marked sensation among tbe French and Austrian glass makors, and In machinery. The entries this year exceed those of previous years, especially In the foreign section.

The most notable In this respect are Kussla and Great Britain. The total number of entries In the line arts department Is 8,609. This department will not be formally opened for several weeks. Tho koy to the chief Impression It will make may be found In tho dictum of a well known critic that "tho naked foot of a man or woman, even though It be tbe foot of a beggar, Is more beautiful than any shoe which may bo made to cover It, TUB GBEAT EIFFEL TOWER, Sorry He Did Not Thrash Butler at New Orleans. Special Telegram to The Tikes.

Washington, May 6. A reporter called on Admiral Porter this morning. The following is an abstract ot wbat the Admiral dictated to bim in reply to General Butler's charge that he ran away at the bombard went of the New Orleans forts "When that bird of ill omen takes offense at anyone he bottles up his venom until, in one of his maudlin intervals, he expels it. On my first acquaintance with Butler at New Orleans he sent me an Impertinent message, upon wblah I wrote to bim that if bo did not send me an apology I would take personal satisfaction. He had to make tbe apology after doing all he could to dodge the issue.

Since then we have not been at all like Damon and Pythias. About once in five years, after one of his drunken bouts, Butler makes a spasmodic rush at me like a mad bull, but I have always caught him on my horns and thrown him flat on bis back. I wonder the public should notice what the old imbecile says, and except for tbe fun of laying him out again I would not notice him now. I came very near thrashing him when he was military Governor of New Orleans, and I am sorry I did not do it. "If he will come to me I will give him a book about himself which will enlighten the public, who may have forgotten the time when he went by the name of Beast Butler' among th children in the street.

A ROMANCE OF THE STAGE. May Russell Married to a Wealthy Englishman. Special Telegram to The Timks. ViHNVlnnt.Ta XT av To day an Interesting romance came to light in th Is city. Frank G.

Packenbam, a wealthy Englishman, who came here recently, after having spent a couple of fortunes in Philadelphia and Toronto, married Miss May Russell, of the London Gaiety Burlesque Company. Pockenham's family are among tbe most wealthy and aristocratic in England. He met Miss Russell in London five years ago aud a little later they became engaged. Packenbam, senior, strenuously objected to the marriage, but the son remained obdurate aud Miss Russell constant. To prevent the marriage young Packenbam was given plenty of money and bundled off to America.

He lived a year in Philadelphia, another in Toronto and Anally came to Minneapolis, where he bought an interest in a wholesale crockery business. Someweeksago the London Gaiety Company arrived in New York, with scores ot pretty girls, among them being Miss Russell, while the company was playing in Chicago Miss Russell secured a brief vacation and came to Minneapolis. The result of her visit was her marriage to Pack enham. Tbe bride will leave the stage as soon as her American engagement is completed aud with her husband return to England. THE LOST PILOT BOAT.

Tho Port Wardens Start a Fund for Those In Need. The Board of Port Wardens met yesterday and took the first official notice of the loss of tbe pilots and crew who went down with the pilot boat Enoch Turley in the storm of April 6. Master Warden Christian K. Ross called attention to the loss sustained by the pilot service and the families of the faithful men who lost their lives. He also called attention to tbe fact that the remaining thirteen men who wereoonnected with thoTurley have been able to ratse among themselves only about one half the amount necessary to build and equip a cruising boat.

On motion of W. R. Tucker, resolutions were adopted to the effect that the board sympathizes with the families and friends of the men who perished. It was further resolved that President George A. Cotton and Master Warden Ross be appointed a committee to solicit and receive subscriptions for the relief of the families of tho pilots and crew.

Mr. Ross will act as treasurer of the fund. The board granted permission to the pilots who are without a cruising vessel to go ahead and build ono and commended the project to all Inclined to render assistance. The first subscription received by Mr. Ross for the fund for tbe relief of the families was one of $50 from William Cramp Sous.

THE BAKER WHIPS THE BARBER Local Tradesmen FIcht to a Finish In Juniata Township. Special Telegram to Ths Times. Huntingdon, Mays. Henry Fisher, a barber, and Charles H. Batbemeres, a baker, between whom there has been a long standing grudge, decided to settle tbe matter yesterday by fighting to a flnisb for titty dollars a side.

A ring was pitched in Juniata township, four miles from this city, and tbe fight was witnessed by sixteen outsiders. Ten rounds bad been fought when Fisher began to show signs of weakening, and then with a hard, straight blow on the throat Bathemeres sent him across the ropes and ended the tight. Both men wore pretty badly punished. The Constabloot Juniata township has had warrants Issued for tho entire party. Chnrtros of Liquor Selling Disposed Of Charles Jacket was convicted before Judge Ftnletter in the old Court House yesterday of selling liquor without a license and for selling on Sunday at tbe northwest corner of Sixteenth street and Passyunk avenue, and sentenced to three months and a fine of $500.

The grand jury found a true bill of Indictment against William Duffy, of mx North Fourth street, who is charged with selling liquor without a license. A verdict ot not guilty was taken In the case ot John Carroll and Francis M. Joyce, who were charged with Belling liquor without a license at Twelfth and Race streets. Lieutenant Wllklns Assailant. Arthur J.

Wilson was sentenced to eight months In the County Prison by Judge Hare In tbe Quarter Sessions Court yesterday for assault on Lieutenant George C. Wllklns. It appeared from the evidence that the lieutenant was coming from the station house In citizen's dress and found Wilson quarreling with a woman at Eleventh and Vine streets. He told him to move on. Wilson asked hltn who be was, and although Lieutenant Wllklns showed bis badge Wilson struck him, blacking bis eye and breaking his nose.

Tlio Mondll Case to Go to Court. Magistrate Cobb gave a final hearing yesterday to Charles Mendll, the salesman formerly employed by Jeweler Earle, of 814 Chestnut street, who Is charged with the larceny of watch cases valued at between $6, 000 and $8. 000, which he said he disposed of at the loan office of Myers Brothers, on Eighth street, below Chestnut. Mendll wss held In $7,500 ball and the two brothers constituting tho pawnbroking firm wore each held In $0. 000 bonds for receiving stolen goods, knowing them to have been stolen.

Rod Bank's Election. Special Telegram to The Tim is. Red Bank, N. May 8. The town election for Commissioners was held this aftor noon.

It resulted as follows: Chief Commissioner, Ex Shorllf Samuel T. Hondrlokson Assistant Commissioners, Joseph T. Burrows, William Applegate, George Woods, and Henry H. Curtis: Clerk, Albert Harrison; Inspectors. Harry K.

Ulll and John Lloyd. An appropriation of 0O0 to extend tbo water mains of the town was carried by a vote of Tho Philadelphia Presbytery. Tbe spring meeting of the Philadelphia Presbytery was held at 1884 Chestnut street yesterday afternoon. Rev. II.

I. Gibbons presided. Committees woro appointed to examine the records ot the varlousclitirchesaud missions. Rev. Mr.

Dixon reported an increase in membership of 1.043. A special oommittee will examine candidates for the ministry on Thursday. Mrs. Walker Hold In Ball. Mrs.

Mary Agues Walker, the wealthy widow who obtained goods at Wanamaker's oo tbe fraudulent representation that they were for. persons having accounts there, was yesterday held In ball by Magistrate Clement. It Is said that she Is deranged, and an effort will be made to have bur plaoed in an Institution; Naphtha Explodes and Causes a Fire. A quantity of naphtha that servants were nslng to clean furniture at the residence of Mrs. Crelan, 819 North Twenty fourth street, exploded yesterday afternoon, oauslng a lire.

The furniture was burned lip and the building dsmsged. The loss Is estimated at $4,000, ou which there Is a partial insuranoe. The Walk I no; Match. New York, May 8. The score at 1 A.

M. was: Hcgelman, 180 miles; Cartwrlght, 1S7; Connor, 118; Hnrty, 118; Hay, Hay, 1151 W. Smith. 110; Cox, los; Ollok, 111; Dwver. 115; Hughes.

100. At is. Miller fainted ou the track. He bad Just finished 82 miles. Warren's Republican Convention.

Special Telegram to TsiTihm. Wahiih, May 8. At the Republican County Convention here to day William P. Nutting was nominated County Treasurer, IeroyS. Strong County Surveyor and John H.

Sandstrom delegate to the Bute Convention. A 1 Year Olil Miss Elope. Special Telegram to TksTiwhs, KSAOlsn. May 8, Korenteen yesr old Laura Ieh and Francis ltnner, aged eloped from here on Saturday night. They are now at AMsntlo City, where they will likely be arrested.

Given by Commissioner Fink. New York, May, The Senate oommittee to investigate the relation of Canadian to American railroads met again to day at the Fifth Avenue Hotel, with Senator Cullora in the chair Tbe other Senators present were Reagan, of Texas; Harris, of Tennessee; Blair, or New Hampshire; Hiscock, of New York, and Gorman, of Maryland. Albert Fink, chairman ot the Trunk Line Association, was the first witness examined. He said that the annual tonnage from New York city amounts to 1,300,000 tons, and of this the Grand Trunk carries about 17 per cent, and gets about per cent, of the freight shipped from New London. This freight strikes the Grand Trunk at Niagara and from there goes over their line.

Coming East by way of Toronto and Montreal the annual tonnage Is about 11, 500, 000 tons, and of this 8 per cent, is carried by the Grand Trunk Road. Of tbe rest of tbe freight coming East the Grand Trunk gets about 6 per cent. In reply to a question by Senator Hiscock as to what effect tbe abolishment of a differential rate allowance would have upon tbe Canadian roads, Mr. Fink replied that they would have to go out of the business and the American roods would get the traffic which now goes to the Grand Trunk. When ComViissioner Fink bad ended President John A.

King, of the Erie Rood, took his place. He stated that the passage ot the inter State commerce law and the abolition of pooling had cost the Erie Road about one million dollars. Under the pooling system the Erie received $500,000 a year as its share In the profits of the pool. When the lntor Stiite commerce law was passed this income ceased, and although the Erie had a differential rate to the West it can get none for eastward bound freight. DR.

CROiWS DISAPPEARANCE A CHICAGO PHYSICIAN WHO IS BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN MURDERED. Police Authorities Puzzled, But Believe They Have a Clue in the Finding of a Trunk Smeared With Blood. Chicago, MayO. The disappearance of Dr. P.

H. Cronln, who left bis borne on North Clark street on Saturday night in a closed buggy with a man who said bo wanted him to attend a person who bad been badly hurt, Is causing great excitement here, owing to tho prominent position he occupied in tbe community. The doctor had many enemies among the Irish Americans, he belonging to tbe radical branch, and he often said, that if be was ever among the missing, bis friends might rest assured that ho had been murdered. The theory is that when he reached the outskirts of the city, ho was killed and his body put in a trunk. A trunk was found yesterday morning near Sultzor street, and its Interior was smeared with blood.

That was the only clue obtained. Nearly one hundred and nine detectives and officers belonging to the city force, the Lakevlew force and the Plnkerton Agency were scouring Lake VIewthis morning in the hope ot finding some clue to tbe mystery. So far no success has attended their efforts. The trunk In which the doctor's body Is thought to have been placed after the supposed murder has been traced from thecornerof Fuller ton avenue and Perry street to Clark street, from there to Evanston avenue and from there to Sultzer street. At that point the trail ends.

The tuft of hair found in the trunk will be taken to Dr. Cronln's barber In order that it may be positively Identified If possible. The friends of Dr. Cronin scout the idea he is on a spree. Tbey deny that be was what is known as a "drinking man" and say that be never indulged in liquor to excess.

Dr. Cronln is a man ot about 40 years of age, was an athlete and weighed 180 pounds, and he Is fearless, of a pugnacious nature. and usually engaged in a controversy of some sort. He was a member of tbe Palmer House Irish American committee in 1886, which made arrangements for the meeting of the Land League hero in that year, and in course of time became involved in quarrels in consequence of his connection with the committee. A rumor that Dr.

Cronln was seen in a saloon oh North Wells street this afternoon proves, on investigation, to bo groundless. No clue to the whereabouts of the missing man has yet been received. The north branch of the Chicago river, near the place whero the trunk was found, was dragged this afternoon without result. The City to bo Lighted. Councils' sub committee on gas yesterday considered tho resolution recently Introduced requesting Director Wagner to relight all gas lamps located at street crossings and at entrances to alleys throughout the city, except where there are electrio lights.

Citizens of tho Twonty nlnth ward sent in a petition asking that the lamps around Glrnrd College be lit, because no dependence could be placed upon the electrlo lights Inside the grounds. Tbe burners of the lamps on Glrard avenue have been taken off, but Director Wagner, who was present, said hey must have been stolen. In tho future he will have every lamp In tbe eity lighted at night. Contributors of Hahnemann College. Tbo forty first annual meeting of the contributors of the Hahnemann Medical College and Hospital was held yesterday afternoon in the college building.

Judge William B. Hanna presided. Treasurer McAllister reported the receipts for the past year as $37, 478. 84, with a balance' of $78.02 from the previous year. The total expenditures for 1688 were leaving a balance on hand of $2,684.

The trustees of tbe college accepted the resignation of George C. Thomas from the board. John F. Smith was chosen to fill tbe vacancy. The chief of the dispensary staff, hitherto unsalaried, was given a salary of $100 a year.

Not Fanny Davenport's Brothor. Boston, May 8. Edgar L. Davenport, of tho Boston Museum Company, was seen this morning and shown the dispatch from San Francisco announcing the suicide of one William Henry Davenport, who the dispatch stated was a son of the late K. L.

Davenport and a brother of Fanny Davenport. Mr. Davenport said the statements were erroneous. I have but one brother," he said, Harry B. Davenport, who Is In New York.

This man Ido not know." Opening; of Johns Hopkins Ilospttal. Special Telegram to Thk Timks. Bai.timohb, May 8. Tbe Johns Hopkins Hospital will be formally opened to morrow. Over twelve hundred Invllntlonsto medical men and scientists havo been Issued and a large attendance is anticipated.

Addresses will be delivered bv Dr. John S. Hillings. President King, of the Board of Trustees, and President the Johns Hopkins University. Funds for' tho New Church.

At the Northwest Convocation at the Church of the Epiphany, at Fifteenth and Chestnut streets lost evening, the treasurer reported that been raised hy subscriptions for the mission chapel at Twenly seennd and Huntingdon streets. The funds now amount to after paying for the lot. St. John tbe Divine will be the title of tbeohurob. Consul Oeneral at Paris.

Wash ikotoh, May 8. It Is said that General Adam King, of Baltimore, formerly Naval Officer at that port, has been decided upon at the State Department for Consul General to Paris. The appointment Is attributed to the close persona) and political friendship existing between the General and Seoretary of State. Secretary Wlndom sick. Washington, May 8, Secretory Wlndom Is better to day, but was not well enough to leave his house.

His condition has been much more serious than was supposed. Ho had a severe attack of cholera niorbus Thursday night, which did not fully succumb to medical treatment until Saturday nlgbt. More Poles Taken Down. Ngw Yong. May 8.

Tho gangs of the Department of Public Works to day resumed the work of taking down the telegraph poles and wires under Mayor Grant's order. Tho objective point this morning was Eighth avenue, betwocn Fifty third and Fifty ninth streets. Rrhardt Takes Possession. Nw YohK. May newly spnolnted Collector of the Port, Joel n.

Krhardt took possession ol bis office this morning, and Mr. Magone retired after turning over the office to his successor. The new Collector was Introduced to ths attaches of the cilice. O'Urlen to Glvo Kvldcnco. Losnnn, May 8.

William O'Brien and Edward Harrington, who were released from prison In order that they might give testimony before the Parnell Coiuuilwloii, are on their way to Umilon. Mr. Harrington Is attired In the prison dress. Harrison's Son ln LaWa Brother. Speeial Telegram IhTsk TiwrA Piibt TowssxMi, W.

May 8. To day Frank McKee. brother of President Harrison's son in law, was appointed leputv Collector of Customs at this port, Vice Walter Bowsn, dismissed. THE SENATE AND HOUSE RAPIDLY CLEARING THEIR CALENDARS. SALARIES OF THE JUDGES The Fow License Transfer Bill to Be Considered To Day A Delegation From Philadelphia Opposing It.

Special Telegram to Thk Tules. Habbisburo, MayS. The Senate and House did not adjourn until a late hour to night. The protracted sessions were necessary to enable the disposition of the legislation on tbe calendars by Wednesday night, A great deal ot work was done in both branches. Tbe Senate devoted itself to tbe consideration of House bills on final passage and the House to bills on second reading.

The presence ot a large number of visitors from Philadelphia was noticeable In the legislative halls. David H. Lane arrived to night to resume his fight for the passage of the Judicial salary bill. He was preceded by David Martin, who is here on a similar mission. The bill will be reached to morrow.

Its fate is uncertain. A majority of the Allegheny county members are indignant for the alleged reason that the House took a recess this afternoon until evening to shut out the resolution of Representative Shlras for an investigation into the course of Judge White on the license question and threaten to throw tho weight of their Influence and their votes against the bill. Lane says the measure will pass the House provided there be a full attendance when It Is reached. McManes is expected tomorrow to make certain tbe passage of the bill If such a result be possible. THE FOW TRANSFER BILL.

The bill supplementary to the Brooks high license law (known as the Fow license transfer bill) will probably be galvanized Into life again to morrow. Senator Cooper is anxious for and confident of its passage. Tbe Senator was waited on to night by a delegation of the Law and Order Society of Philadelphia, consisting of Arthur M. Burton, Samuel C. Brown, Captain William Wallace, Rev.

E. B. Palmer and Joseph R. Sypher. The delegation came to the State capital for the purpose of opposing tbe amended Fow license transfer bill and that of Representative Quiglcy relative to tbe revoking of licenses, which was reported to the Senate to day with an affirmative recommendation and read the first time.

Adverse action was first taken on the bill by the Senate committee on vice and immorality, but the representation of members present was very small and a fuller meeting reversed the result. The Law and Order delegation is particularly opposed to this bill, but Senator Cooper said to night that he was not sure from a conversation he had with tbe several members that thoy would oppose tbe Fow bill as it bad been amended. Tbe delegation promised to give tbe latter bill careful consideration and report tbe result of its deliberation to him as early as possible. FACTORY INSURANCES. Robert Ralston, of Philadelphia, lsbereto urge the passage of the factory insurance bill Indorsed by Mayor Fitler, which passed second reading in tbe House to night.

Among other bills similarly disposed of were the following: Senator Dolamater'a act to provide for the incorporation and regulation of savings banks and institutions without capital stoca established for the encouragement of saving money; Senator Newtny er's bill making It a roisdomeanor for Insolvent bankers to receive deposits; Senator Hines' employers' liability bill, and Senator Cooper's bill giving water companies the authority to issue capital stock not exceeding $000,000. RUSHING THE BILLS. Sonate and House Getttns Ready for Adjournment. Harrisburo, May 8. Both houses got through with a greatdeal of business to day.

In tbe Senate the bill authorizing tbe Commissioners of Fairmount Pork to build a track for speeding horses was read tbe first time. A resolution of Senator Hines to place on the calendar bill No. 408, repealing the local school section of tbe act incorporating the city of Wilkesbarre, was agreed to after a long debate. The House refused to Tecedo from Its refusal to agree to tho Senate amendment to tho Soldiers' Orphans' Commission bill and appointed Messrs. Walk, Kauffman and Skinner as members of the conference committee on the part of the House.

Senate bill to amend an act entitled "An aot relative to insurance companies." approved April 24, A. D. 18S7. to apply the provisions of said act to live stock insurance companies, aud to give Jurisdiction to Aldermen, Justices of the Peace and Magistrates, was passed to third reading. Also the following Senate bills: An act to amend an act approved April 0.

1670, requiring railroad, canal, navigation and telegraph companies to make uniform reports to the Auditor General, providing for a change In the time of making such reports, and also requiring reports to be made by telephone companies. When the act relative to plans of survey and regulation In cities of the first class was reached, the Philadelphia members had a debato all to themselves. Mr. Donahue favored the bill. Mr.

Fow said that all that the bill did was to give the power of widening streets to the Board of Surveys and that it was dangerous to take the power out of the hands of Councils and the courts. Tbe House struck out section 6, giving tbe Board of Survey this power.and the bill as amended, was passed to third reading. SHIRAS AND JUDGE WHITE. The Judge Saya tho Former Tried to Influence Ills Decision. Special Telegram to Thk Timbs.

HAKRrsnuna, Mays. Judge J. W. F. White, of Pittsburg, passed through Harrlsburg to dny on bis way home from tbe Bermuda Islands, where he has been taking a rest.

Judge Wbite said In an Interview that Representative Shlras' effort to Impeach him was due to tbe fact that he had refused a license to a constituent of Mr. Shlras' after Mr. Sbiras bod written him two letters in favor of the applicant. In the first let! or Mr. Shlras stated that the applicant was elected to the Allegheny Councils In bis Interest and could do him much good.

The court mode It a rule both last year and this to give no licenses to Councllmen unless tbey consented to resign. Mr. Shlras' applicant for license, however, according to Judge White, was shown to keep the most disorderly plaoe In his ward when he appeared in court. Tbon Mr. Shlras wrote his second letter to the Judge from Harrlsburg, making excuse for his constituent and asking as a personal favor that he be given a license He was refused, however, and had It not boon for this, says Judge Whlto, the Impeachment resolution would never have boon heard of.

Judge White says his principal trouble In considering license applications was to find a suthVleiit number of portions among them entitled under the Isw to receive licenses. Heprcsentatlvo Sb Iras, of A lleghenycountv, said to night that there were flrty spodflo charges against Judge White, any one of which. If proved, would render Impeachment proper and neoessary. TAXING COIUOBATI03 S. Doolslon Asralnst the Western Union and Electrlo Light Companies, Rpeslal Telegram to Trs Times.

llARntSBtnio. May 8. Judge Slmonton has decided against the Western Union Telegraph Company In Its argument to have its ease moved to the United Slates Circuit Court. Ho holds that as It Is brought to enforce a forfeiture for violation of the State laws It Is not a suit of a civil nature. Ho therefore retains jurisdiction of the case.

Inthecaseof the electric llghtoom panics be decided that they are not manufacturing corporations and therefore not exempt from taxation. Tbe term "manufacturing," holds, cannot properly be appllod to any corporation which does not produce material ulistaiice. Judge McPhnrson, In tho case of the Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company, dwldcathat tho portion of the capital stock Invested in Its manufacturing plant and property reasonably necessary for the prosecution of Ita manuriulurlug business, Isexcmpt from taxation, but city Tots and certain other property not necessary for Its business are taxable. It being the intention of the act of I'M to exempt only capital employed In manufacturing. Judgment was entered against thecom pnuy for lil.snrt.W.

Tbe State's elalm was for $.17, 6no for 1HN7 and 18m. Exhibition ol Art and Meohnnlos. Ths works of pupllsln the art and mechanical departments of tho Spring Garden Institute were given a private view at Horticultural Hall last night, and the exhibition was patronised by a large number of friends and supporters of the Institute, Prises were awarded for painting, free hand and mechanical drawing, and for wood and metal work. The exhibition will remain open, free to the puMtc, until Thursday night. There are more than Ml drawings, paintings and article of handiwork In wood and metal In the collection.

THORNTON WANTS DILL'S PLACE Postmaster General Wanamakcr Introduces Clans Spreckels to Harrison and Secretary Blaine. Special Telegram to The Tikes. WASHINGTON, May 6. Senator Quay went directly to Cbaraber lin's on his arrival here. He was eating his breakfast when Captain Thornton, of the Thirtieth ward, and Port Warden Linn called.

Senator Quay was tbe first caller on the President this morning. He bad with him Captain Thornton, who wants United States Marshal Dill's place, and Linn. They had a satisfactory interview, and it Is probable that Quay has secured another plum for Philadelphia. When they got back to Chara berlin's Councilman McCoach, of the Thirtieth ward, was waiting for them. Captain Thornton telegraphed for McCoach on Sunday night to come down and use his Influence with the administration.

He came here in the same traiu with Postmaster General Wan amaker, and had quite a long chat with bim on the subject. As a result be appeared con fldentthathisfrlend Thornton would be fixed. Senator Quay also bad a long Interview with President Harrison about the appointment of B. P. Gilkeson, of Bristol, as United States District Judge for Northern Florida.

ONE WELCOME VISITOR. Afterwards the Senator, looking as fresh as a daisy, boarded a hansom and was driven to the oommittee rooms on post roads at tho Capitol. Here be found a pile of nearly tbree hundred letters awaiting his perusal. While he was answering them he received a visit froraaclerk, Mrs. Buckley, of Erie.

Sho holds a $1,200 position at present, and she wants a $1,600 one. After giving the lady a patient hearing, Quay wrote a letter to the Secretary of the Treasury asking him to give her what she wants. She then departed in a satisfied humor. A few minutes afterward a man from North Carolina came in and prefaced his remarks with "I have not come to see about any office. What do you want, then asked the Senator.

"I want, said the man, "to give credit to Frank Willing Leach for carrying three Congressmen in North Carolina, auii that's about all." Senator Quay thanked his strange visitor warmly. QUAY NON COMMITTAL. When he had finished bis letters Quay got Into a hansom and was driven back to Cham berlln's. He was looking in tbe best of health and in reply to a question about tbe appointments in Philadelphia said "You know just as much about them as I do. I have been In hiding for a couple of weeks, and consequently am not well Informed.

Although I hod a pleasant Interview with tbe President this morning, he gave me no assurance as to when the appointments would be mode. In spite of this, bow ever, I have no doubt that President Harrison is gradually getting around to them, and be will begin Just as soon as the exigencies of the service will permit. As be is non com muuicative upon the subject, I can give you no more Information, although I would be glad to talk more freely upon a subject which is so interesting to the boys." Tbe Senator took a long drive and returned to his hotel about six o'clock for dinner. Tonight he mado a few calls, retiring early In the evening. WAN AMAKER INTRODUCES SPRECKELS.

Frosldent Harrison held a brief reception to day, and while a long line of visitors was passing in front of him Postmaster General Wanamakcr burrled up and Introduced Claus Spreckels, tho sugar king. Mr. Spreokels came down on the limited, in company with the Postmaster General, and after taking a look at Mr. Wanamaker's quarters they were driven over to the White House. President Harrison greeted Mr.

Spreokels cordially, and after tbe reception they had a short chat in the President's private room before luncheon. Mr, Spreckels' object in visiting Washington was to further bis immense sugar interests in tbe Sandwich Islands. When they emerged from the President's room Mr. Spreckels was Introduced to Secretary Blaine by Mr. Wanamakcr, who then drove back to his office.

Mr. Spreckels remained with Secretary Blaine, with whom he took luncheon. MR. BLAINE'S HEALTH. Secretary Blaine, although able to move about, was not at bis desk all day.

It was understood that be was to take Mr. Spreckels out in his carriage this afternoon, but as the day wore on hedld not feel so well and the ride was indefinitely postponed. Mr. Spreckels returned to Philadelphia in an early train this evening. It was announced that a number of Republican citizens of York, Pa, would visit tbe White House to day for tbe purpose of presenting the President with abanner which was carried in the Tippecanoe and Tyler campaign forty nine years ago.

A oommittee from tbe Pennsylvania Kopublican League was at the depot to receive the visitors, but they failed to appear and this Information was conveyed to Secretary Halford late In the afternoon. POLITICIANS FEELING BETTER. Politicians who talked with President Harrison to day are greatly encouraged and they firmly believe that tbe new District Commissioners and the Public Printer will be named before the close of the week. The President talked about tbe matter to Jesse B.Wilson this morning. The only appointment definitely announced to day was that or Charles S.

Domer as Notary Publlo in tho District of Columbia. Senator Hawley called on the Presldont today and Introduced William Doane, of Wllllamsport, THE AILANTIIUS TREES. Tho work of cutting down the ailantbus trees Is still going on to day, and all that remains of five out of tbe six stately but 111 smolling trees are Are gaping holes. Tbe roots were dug up In order to prevent their growing again. One or the trees still remains, but to morrow workmen will go at It and by night It, too, will have disappeared.

a. a. a TIIE1R SKULLS BATTERED IX. Two Girls Fatally Injured In a Wagon Aooldent. Special Telegram to The Timks.

WiixtAMSPOBT, May 8. A terrible accident occurred Saturday nlgbt InGrogg township. Union county, near the Lycoming county lino. Henrietta Oakes, Hester Jamison. Adallno Oakes.

Hollo Jamison and Sallle Kusscll started with a horse and wagon to go to Allonwood, When within two miles of tholr destination the horse took fright and ran away. The wagon was upsot and the girls were all thrown out In a heap, with tbe vehicle on top, pinning them to the ground, whllothe horse rolled over on to the sldo of tbe road, remaining there until released. How long they lay there Is not known, but It was until a man happened to go along tho road and seeing their horrible plight gave the alarm and secured help. Tbe girls were taken to tholr homes, and an examination showed that Henrietta Oakes and Hester Jamison's heads were crushed In, the brains protruding In a horrible manner. Ailsllne Oakos' arm was broken, and the otbor girl unhurt.

GEHMANY'S TERMS. The Basis Upon Whtoh the Snmoan Question May He Settled. London, May T.It Is stated that Germany will consont that Malltoa be reinstated as King of Samoa, provided that the United States Government purchases tbe German plantations or guarantees tho paymont If Samoans purchase them. Germany will further waive her demands for tho punishment of Mataafa If the relatives of the Germans who were slain are amply compensated. Oormany will not claim political preponderance.

Thieves Uansaclc a House. During the absence of the family of Mrs, Samuel Scott, of 108 North Thirteenth street, thlovos elfoctod an entrance and carried off goods to the value of several thousand dollars. Quantities or other goods bad been packed up ready for removal, showing that the thieves Intended Risking another Visit when their operations were discovered. Tbe police expected them to return for the packed up goods, and set a trap for tbem. Thoy have Dot been captured.

Gold Medal Tor a Hero. Post No. I O. A. has provided a handsome gold medal for the the police or fire bureaus who has displayed the most heroism during the last rear.

It was given to Director Stokley yesterday and the name of the hero who will receive It will be made knowu in a day or two. LEADING CLERGYMEN SPEAK A Festal Event at the First Baptist Churcli. The Pastor's Affecting Address to His Big Audience. The people of the First Baptist Church at Broad and Arch streets, one of the religious andmarks or the city, last night celebrated the twenty fifth anniversary of the pastorate of the Kev. Dr.

George Dana Boardman, who for many years bas been one of the most scholarly of the pulpit orators of Philadelphia, and a foremost mover in educational and benevolent projects. They made tbe occasion a great church reunion, social and fraternal in character, bringing DR. BOARDMAN. together notonly the present members, but many who formerly belonged and are now residents of other cities. In addition representatives of other great churches, not of the Baptist communion, came to Join in the Jubilee of commendation, and add their testimony to the usefulness and value of the efforts of Dr.

Board man as a Christian minister. The entire lower floor of the building was utilized for the occasion, and such a wealth of flowers has not boen seen in any church for a longtime. Different members of tho church sent designs which were arranged and grouped In the several rooms opening into one another, until it looked almost like a flower show. PROMINENT BAPTISTS PRESENT. Many prominent Baptists were seated on or near the platform in the room when the speaking took place, including Itev.

Dr. Way land, who presided Kev. Dr. Henry G. Weston of Crozer Seminary, who made the opening prayer; Judge Hanna, one of the trustees of the church Dr.

W. W. Keen and many more. Among the prominent members of the church present, were Mr. and Mrs.

W. A. Levering, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F.

Pago, Mr. and Mrs. T. Seymour Scott, Mr. and Mrs.

Samuel J. Clev lnger, Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Thomas, Dr. and Mrs.

William H. Ford, George K. Crozer and Miss Crozer, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Handy, Mr.

and Mrs. W. H. Hurley, Mr. and Mrs.

W. H. Hurley. Mr. and Mrs.

Masscy, Mr. and Mrs. H. Harrison Grotf, William M. Wilson, Mr.

ond Mrs. B. Ogdon Loxley, Mr. and Mrs. T.

C. M. Scott, Mrs. Jamos S. Moore, Mrs.

Caroline In gliss, president of the Home for Incurables; Mr. andMrs.W.G. Hopper, Mr.and Mrs.W.F. Curtis, Mrs. SomuelHoppor, W.

H. Henderson, Jr. and many more. There was nothing very striking about tbe address of Stephen A. Caldwell, president of the Fidelity Trust and for many years chairman of the Board of Trustees of the church, but there was a good deal of eloquence about the act in which shaking hands with the pastor he slipped into his fingers a check for $1,600.

ADDRESSES ON CHUnCH UNITY. Rev. Dr. Chapman, of theArch Street Church, representing the Methodists, spoke of tho pleasant feeling that bad long existed between the two churches, leading tbe two congregations to often unite in worship. He also paid a high tribute to Dr.

Boardman'a scholarly abilities and efforts in behalf of all humanitarian and philanthropic projects. Rev. Dr. J. Addison Henry, representing the Presbyterians, who has been pastor of his church twenty nine years, made a bappy address, in which he described tho trials of a congregation that had the same pastor In the pulpit so long.

Nothing could explain such a long association he said but genuine love of the peoplo of the pastor, aud something In it to deserve it. Rev.Dr.McVickar, of Holy Trinity Church, representing tbe Episcopalians, made an eloquent plea for a closer and more Intimate union of churches wlthoutsurrenderiugtheir denominational traditions or surrendering their organizations. Richard Wood, representing the Society of Friends, made a striking address in the same vein. Hev. George E.

Rees and Rev. Dr. Edward Braislln, now ot Brooklyn, who as a boy and young man belonged to Dr. Hoanlman's church, also mado addresses, ond Dr. William Pepper, as provost of the University, referred to Dr.

Boardman'a activity as one of tbe trustees. MB. BOARDMAN'S RESPONSE. When Dr. Boardman came forward to respond the entire assemblage rose to Its feet.

He was much allotted. His address was intensely Interesting to those present. After stating that In one hundred aud seventy four yearslhe church has bad but eleven pastors he called them up by name, one by ono, giving word pictures of tholr 'characteristics. Then he went ovor the most earnest and Important of the departed members of thechurcb. untllthereworewetoyosovorywhere.

Finally taking up tbe church record with its array of names, its many benevolent enterprises, including foreign missions, home missions, the Home for Incurables and the Paris McCall Mission, he said "That is my monument." His reference to Mrs. Elizabeth W. Moore, who has been a member of tbe Sunday school for seventy three years, and who sat In front of bim, awakened much applause. At the conclusion of tbe speaslng supper was served by a committee of theladlus of the church, among them Mrs. Hurley.

Miss Mary Levering, Mrs. William Wilson, Mrs. Uurley, Mrs. John Scott, Mrs.W.A. Levering, Mrs.

T. 8. Scott, Miss Lydla Morgan, Mrs, Washington Butcher, Mlssti. Walcott, Miss A. Wood rulf, Miss E.

Woodruff, Miss llcsslu Levering, Miss h. Hedges, Miss B. Turner, Miss Maud Hanna. Miss Bertha Nlckols, Miss Schmoeio. Miss Uortrudo Peterson, Misses Flora and Dora Kecnc, Miss Louise Henderson and ethers.

Tho young ladles were prettily dressed and all tbe tables were handsomely decorated. Money for Music. At the meeting ot Councils' committee on finance last night an ordinance to give $2,500 for music In tbo Park, $1,000 to Strawberry Mansion and $1,600 to Belmont, gave rise to an animated discussion. Mr. Freeman contended that as the city had not given money to preserve tbe archives It should not grant money for pleasure.

"Let's use the license money, when wo get It, said Mr. Monroe. "We take away the beer and ought to give music. The committee agreed to report the ordinance favorably. Tho Pittsburg Strike Ended.

PiTTSiiunn, May 8. The building trades strike, which Involved nearly five thousand men, has been settled favorably to the em filoyes. Work will now be resume.) on all the argc buildings In course of erection. The Conviction of Conybear. London, May 8.

In tho House of Commons this evening Mr. Llewelyn Atherlcy Jones (Libers!) ttrovod to adjourn In order to discuss the conviction of Mr. Charles Conybear. Tbe motion was rejected to JM. Indications fbr To Dttr.

ems Fair, striffonnry trmprratur, oufAerly winds. TEUPEaATtllll VIMTIRDAT. 8 A. M. 8 I Highest 8 P.

71 1 Lowest 68 CITY NEWS IN BRIE? Dr. W. Frank Hsehnlen, of tho University of Pennnylvanla, openod the spring course In the medical department yosterday morning. Policeman II. F.

Davis, of ths Manayunk susd, who absented hlmsell from his best for two hours one night last week, was dismissed yesterday, MaryWatta, colored, aged 18 years, living at Ii8 liarlnn street, was committed to prison yesterday on suspicion of hsvlng set lire to the home, which is a tenement. Tho fire did Utt le damage. During the lst year lJl.t people visited thn Philadelphia Library and Hi.m bonks were taken out. At the Kldgway branch 8. Si6 Visitors were accommodated and T.

honks were loaned. There is a balance of 4M. HI on hand. IS ALL vVOOl, I.Ol0 MAnS 1'IT! 7.60. B1MOS MINT II, MS i.osfMt.MAnK Hnnin wai.b Cost and Vest, sin.

HtMnX KrutlUh Tsllors, I N. NIM St. Open evenings till Ok LSIMlVlltDK AI.IVWOOI. Tltflr SE1W.J SO. HI VON N1XTUM.

a ovrr THovftKitft to onnr.it. 1. 7.1 te $7. rxi. SI Mi)f IUS Xnillih Ttuora, 1 1 North l.T ll.

corner Cherry. DR. WHITE TO THE MAYOR. The Deposed Official Does Not Propose to Take Legal Steps. Those interested in the Cbarltica and Cor rectiondisputeappear willing: to letthemattcr rest in ita present shape until Mayor Fitler sends his official reasons to Select Council at its next The members of the board will say very little on the subject.

Messrs. McMurtrle and Cleeraan say they will not resig n. The next regular meeting of the Board of Charities and Correction will be held on Monday, and Select Council will meet the following Thursday. Dr. White sent the following letter to Mayor Fitler yesterday: Hon.

Edwin" II. Fitlkr, Mayor. Bear Sib: lam advised by counsel that yonr orders of May 3 dismissing me from the posl tion of president of the Department of Charities and Correction was Incomplete becanse It was not accompanied by a statement of your reasons or snoh dismissal, and beoause it was not transmitted, thus accompanied, to the Select Council of the city. I do not propose, however, to take any legal steps to assert my right to a position which has entailed upori me much gratuitous labor and care. Personally am glad to be released from It.

I assume that in the performance of your duty you will transmit to the Select Council, at its next meeting, your reasons for your action. This done, an undoubted power vested in you will then have been exercised, and tbe public, with my statement before it, which will then be given to it, will be able to decide whether or not that power was exercised by yoa with a proper sense of the duty you owe to It, I am, respectfully yours, J. W. Whitm. Philadelphia, May 6.

1889. REV. DR. HAMMOND INDORSED HIS RESIGNATION DECLINED BY A LARGE VOTE. The Trouble in tbe Presbyterian Church at Chestnut Hill Settled.

The members of the Presbyterian Church, at Chestnut Hill, last night refused to accept the resignation of their pastor, the Kov. Dr. W. W. Hammond, by the decisive voto of 122 to 11.

Hev. W. P. White, of the Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church, acted as modorator, and George H.

Stewart, presented a written statement representing the grounds on which the session had requested Dr. Hammond's resignation. Dr. Hammond said ho had a letter from some of those who hod withdrawn from the church a year ago, stating that their action was not owing to any lack of regard for him. He had scarcely finished when Jacob Kurtz moved that the members decline to accept the resignation.

A. F. Walters, one of tbe trustees, started to say that the charges were serious, while the people laughed and Samuel Tophain jumped up with apoint of order. In this statement it was said that an offer of $1, 260 had been made to Dr. Hammond if be would resign on May 1 and S800 if on July 1.

Dr. Hammond, in Btatlng his case, said that be had promised to resign under threats. Ho said that tbe men who were now leading the opposition to bim were his strongest supporters when he was elected over three years ago. THE RESIGNATION KOI ACCEPTED. Mr.

Walters wanted State Senator Maefar lane, who Is a member of the session, to tell of certain statements made by Dr. Hammond which were said to prove his insincerity. Dr. Hammond said ho could remomber no expression which be had used which could be so construed and called on anyone who knew of It to give it out so that all could Judge. A.

M. McCoombs said the session could not, before Ood, refuse to say what tho charge was. If it was true it practically made Dr. Hammond a hypocrite. Jacob Kurta finally called on Walters as having made the charge to say what it was.

"Why not act like a man," he said, "and not like a cowardly child Even this could not make Walters answer and Senator Mao fnrlane as a last resource explained that it was merely a matter ot judgment. TUB SESSION WANT TO RESIGN. The members ot the session asked that their successors be elected so that they could resign. The congregation, however, declined to do this, on the ground that the people were not In a right frame of mind for such action, and declined to accept tbe resignations In a series of resolutions which censured tbe session for their aotlon In the matter. When It was decided not to enter the statements by tbe session and trustees on the minutes, William O.

Audonreld threatened to have several thousand copies printed and distributed among the people. Sonator Mao farlane said that worse things bad been said about him in this troublo than had over been said about him tn Harrlsburg, Philadelphia or anywhere olse. It Was a Case of Suloldo. A further Investigation by the Coroner yesterday in the oase of Mrs. Evelina 8.

Voll mer, aged 28 years, who died at 1528 Dart ram street on Thursday last of supposed heart disease, proved It to be a caso ot suicide. A physician testified that he had attended tbe woman for eighteen months for heart trouble, but he knew nothing concerning her death. Witnesses testlflod that she was low spliilcd because she was separated from her husband and that she frequently said that she would lake her llfo, A brother of tho dead woman said: "The girl was driven to It. She was broken hearted and took poison to end her Dr. Kormad said death wosdue lo arsenical poisoning, and a verdict of suicide was rendered.

Etcrhth Ward Prohibitionists. Tbe Prohibitionists of the Eighth ward held a meeting last night at 1900 Chestnut street and elected these officers: President, Hiram De Walt; vice presidents, William Still and Robert Corson; secretary, I. F. Dimon; treasurer, K. K.

Edwards; delegates to the city committee. William Elklnton and F. Dlmon. The president said there were DO, ono Illegal voters In this city and that men would be hired on election day to watch tho polls. It was suggested that every moans should bo usedtowlu the prominent politicians to the cause.

Murdered at a Christening. Fiui.tpsHrma, May During a tight at a Hungarian christening near Hoiitzdale last night Joseph Terser was killed outright and several others were severely Injured. Seven persons were arrested and lodged In Jail at Clearfield. Two Hungarians, Haldy and Joseph Knnyak, charged with the nv.ider of Teosor, made tholr escape. Carnot's Assailant Insane.

Paris, May $. Pcrrin, the man who fired a blank cartridge at President Carnot as tbe Intter was leaving tho Elysoo Palace yesterday to attend the centenary celebration at Versailles, was recently under treatment for Insanity. His menial trouble was due to a fester contracted In theoolonlos, WASHINGTON NOTES Oeneral nennt.who Is acting as Secretary of War, to day sent the proceedings and findings In the Amies court martial to tbe President for his action. ITerold B. Mackave.

of Now York, and Joseph lleckor, of New York, have been ap. Printed Fourth Assistant Lxamlnert In tbe tent Office. The Court of Claims has given Judgment for Ml. Ms in favor of the State of Georgia In Its suit against the government to recover money Kivsnoed during the Revolutionary war. Attorney Oennral Miller bas called upon Marshals Jones and Needle fur an esplsne tloiiof their conduct and that of their deputies on the noraslon of the opening of the Oklahoma Territory.

The continuation of thn work of making tonorrsphln msp of the United Plains will bo carried nn during the coming season by the Uenlogical Survey. This work Is under the imnwllats supervision of Mr. Henry Gannett, the Chief of the Division of Urography. President Cleveland's Horses Only Brlna: $14,1 Apiece. Washington, May 6.

Tho seal brown horses which generally pulled President Cleveland when he went out riding, and the ex Prestdent's carriages and stable outfit were sold at auction to day. Secretary Blaine drove up just before the Bale and after examining thecarri ages spoke to Ex Representative Swett In regard to the victoria and then drove off. Ho did not, however, secure the victoria, as Mr. Swett's bid was not high enough. Tbe seal browns were first put up for sale and the bidding was started at $100 for each horse.

After the usual amount ot persuasive talk and numerous exhibitions of the points of the animals as they were driven around harnessed to a brougham, they were finally sold for $141 apiece The horses were purchased for Mr. Cleveland iu Syracuse, and It is sold that he paid between six and seven hundred dollars for them. The landau, said to have oost $1,400, was sold for $W0; the victoria, which cost Mr. Cleveland $1,000, for $185, and the brougham for $450. The sliver mounted harness, with the monogram on It went for $62.50.

A miscellaneous lot of stable paraphernalia was knocked down to various persons for an aggregate of $114.35. Altogether $2,043.85 was realized from the sale. A number of tho purchases were made by livery stable men, and tbey said the things generally went cheap. The only part of Mr. Cleveland's stable while President whioh was not sold were the horses and carriage used by Mrs.

Cleveland, which she took with ber to New York. LOCAL FRENCHMEN CELEBRATE An Elaborate Banquet nnd Patriotic Speeches at the Bullitt About two hundred members and Invited guests of the French colony in Philadelphia celebrated the meeting of the Etats Gcn eraux in Versailles in 1789 aud the opening of tho Paris Exposition in 1889 by a banquet at the Bullitt building cafe lost evening. After the reading ot a letter received from Prosident Carnot, of France, by Vice Consul Louis Vosslon all presont joined In ths singing of the Marseillaise. A toast to President Harrison was responded to by Dr. C.

E. Sajous. Hev. Dr. W.

Mlel delivered a historical address. A. F. Bornot responded to the toast, "The French Colony of Philadelphia. Others who responded to toasts were Louis Chabert, Professor PcrsiforFraser, A.

Martin and Dr. E. P. lternardy. Letters of regret were received from Mayor Fitler and Governor Beaver.

The floral decorations were elaborate. Palms and forns were abundant and flowers occupied every available spot. A French Hag, made of carnations and vlolota, adorned the head of the main table, and centre pieces in red, whlto and blue, with the figures 1789 and 1889. rented on the other tables. STONE MASONS ORGANIZE.

A Number of Thorn Strike for the Union Scale ot Prices. About one hundred and twenty five stonemasons employed on a numlierof new houses which are in course of erection in and around Jenklntown struck yesterday morning on account of their request for an Increase of wages not being granted. The present scale of wages In that locality is $3 a day for ton hours' work, but tho masons demand the union price, $3. 25 a day and that nine hours constitute a day's work. The masons organized In March as a branch of the Journeymen Masons of this city, and on April 18 gave notice to tbe contractors thst iy would demand union rules and prices.

To thistbeoontractorsobjectedon the ground that It would be a big loss to tbem, as all of tholr presentcontracu have been msdetosuit the present scale of wages. Thoy claimed that they should have been notified of this Increase earlier In the season. The builders have organized as master masons and have resolved not accede to the demands made by their employes. Three Mysterious Disappearances. Special Telegram to The Tim bs.

Pottstown, May 8. Throe well known Pottstown citizens have lately disappeared, and their whereabouts Is shrouded In mystery, Tbey are Isaac Moyer, ex Burgess, and several years ago member of the Legislature, who left a wife and son and daughter behind him. He was last scon In Pittsburg two months ago. Harrison Sharer skipped out shortly after his term as High Constable expired, and a number of forged notes and checks, on which he raised money, turned up after his departure. He has a wlfo and child here, and was lost seen In New York.

George W. Trout, manager of tbe Philadelphia and Reading Railroad telegraph office here, put a soldier's uniform over his citizen's clothes and went with tho National Guard to New York last weog, and has not turned up since. He is single, and was ono of the young bloods of the town. Must Keep Within the Lino. It was reported to tho Board of Port Wardens yesterday that work on the Mlfliin street wharf has been pushed ahead by the Globe Refining Company In splto ot the fact that their permit had been revoked.

Frank A. Neall said It was evidently Intended to build beyond the Port Wardens' line In order to get a legal standing. Tho City Solicitor will be asked topre by Injunction the continuance of tbo work. Tho Mary J. Drexol Homo.

Only a portion of the children's hospital of the Mary J. Drexol Homo, at Twenty seoond st root and College avenue, was opened yesterday. Owing to tbe defect In the heating apparatus tbe hospital proper will not be ready for use until the latter part of August. The ground was broken yesterday for the large new boiler which will heat the building's 439 rooms. The open ward was prepared for Immediate use.

A Policeman to Bo Arrested. A warrant was Issued yesterday for tbe arrest of Pollocman Murphy, of the Third district, on the oath of Hubert Lister Smith, charging him with assault and battery. On Frtdny morning last the offioer arrested Smith for calling hltn vile names. Smith says that when the squad room In tho station house was reached the policeman struck him and knorked him down. The officer says Smith hit hliu first.

ELECTRIC BREVITIES Tho American Peace Society hold Ita annual meeting In Boston yesterday. The houses of ilxtoen members of ths Iloulanglst party at Neullly have been aoa relied by the police. Mr. Pendleton, the retiring United States Minister to Germany, and his two daughters havo gone to Schandau, Samuel Huston, aged 8T years, while attempting to cross a Philadelphia and Reading siillng at Marshall street, Norrlstown, yesterday, was struck by an engine and killed. Charles nidershan, a prominent citizen of Plains.

Luzerne county, attempted to commit suicide yesterday by battering bis head with a hatobeu He bad been Insane for Some time. At the annual meeting of the Adams County Historical Society at Gettysburg yesterday Flward Mol'hcrsnn delivered an address on the creation of Adams county In inn and William NoHherry, on the history ef ths temperance movements In the county, One ot the Greatest Achievements of the Century. The Eiffel tower has been smiled at as the (rest folly or the Exposition, but tho giant manikin of Iron threads possesses a value part from Its ostantatlousness. To tho eye not Infatuated with probloms of theoscllla tloo of Iron and the power of wind It Is not an entrancing vision. In thedaytlme It Is Ilk great spider reduced to geometry, the legs pinioned at Intervals and Ita anatomy drawn by a torturo machine Into diverging parallels.

One might mlstako It at a great distance for the elongated scaffold of an eloctrlo light, but on a closer approach It Is soon to bo daring monumental achievement. From Its highest balcony there Is risible a beautiful panorama of seventy mllns of hills, rivers, lakes, towns and hamlets which no painter can place on canvas, no poet trahscrlbe In verse. OH THOUSAND FKtiT HtCJH. The summit, at a total height of nearly one thousand foot or noarly double that of the Washington monument and nearly six hundred feet higher than St. Peter's In Home, will be utilised for scientific purposes, the publlo being permitted to ascend only aliout two thirds of the way In elevators, which ean pro vide transportation for twenty five thousand persons dally.

The prion vary according to the height chosen. There are stairways for those who prefer the older mode of ascension, and restauranw nd saloons will enable pleasure parties to spend days In the air. The observatory will be employed for experiments touching epeo troscopki and telluric rays for vegetable oherit Istry, meteorology, atmospheric electricity nd optical telegraphy. It Is hoped that the lights of the sun and stars ean lie analysed, and that a solar and lunar photographing an paratus can also ho used with novelty and advantage, espnrially when eclipses take place the orison, Toe total weight or tbe J..