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VOL. II. NO. 153

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CLOl HING!

Before we move we must reduce our clothing stock. We can't take all the clothing we now have into our new room, so to move it we reduce the prices.

$300, $4.00, $5,00, $6.00, $8.00, $10.00,

They are going lively—come quick.

J. WARD WALKER & CO.

Many Tongues are Wagging

Over the flavor and strength of our fine

50 CENT PEARL GUNPOWDER TEA,

which is warranted superior to any body's 80c Tea. For ice tea use only

SHINGLE NAIL T.

drinkers, attention: Try our pure Black Gunpowder, Rose of Ceylon, English Breakfast, or 50c Blended tea. There is no delusion in our fine 25c and 30c Blended Coffee, which lor strength and aroma has no equal. Our pure double strength Vinegar is the stuff to sweeten your lettuce, greens, and garden truck with. Use XXXX best flour for fine pastry and you will use no other.

Roxie Baking Powder, ioc a pound.

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A special for special trade. Testimonials from 10© Greenfield ladies who have used it. Don't fail to try it.

50c a pound. Black tea

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HAVE YOU EXAMINED THEM? Many Improvements Heretofore Overlooked by Other Manufacturers.

Address THE SMITH PREMIER TYPEWRITER CO., 76 E. Market St., Indunapolis, luJ.

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Y00RHEES DENIES IT

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He Is Not to Retire From Political Life.

IN THE RACE FOR SENATOR.

He Expects to Succeed Himself in the Upper House of Congress—Explosion of Natural Gas—Train Bombarded—Distillery Struck by Lightning—Drouth

Broken—Other Indiana State News. WASHINGTON, May 20.—There was

much talk here yesterday about the following dispatch printed in afternoon papers from Laporfce, Ind.: "A private letter received here from Washington conveys the information that Senator Voorhees will retire from public life at the end of his present term. His failing health has given his friends concern for more than a ysar past. It is believed that if his health will permit he will seek to recover it by a trip to Europe."

Last night a member of Senator Voorhees' family made the following statement: "Senator Voorhees has not written to any person in Laporte. He does not intend to retire from politics. On the contrary, he is a candidate to succeed himself. He will work to that end, and he feels confident of success. He has no intention of going to Europe. He would not go if he could, and he could not if he would. There is no truth in any assertion made in the statement from Laporte."

NATURAL GAS AND A LANTERN.

An Explosion Which Hurled "Shorty" Into Space f.nd Wrecked a Derrick. MARION, Iud., May 20.—An employe

of the Superior company, known as "Shorty," operating at Van Buren, took a lantern and climbed into the rigging to see if the pump was working properly. "Shorty" did not take into consideration the gas that was escaping with the oil, and an explosion was the result. He was blown about SO feet, and when picked up he had not a vestige of clothing and a part of his hair was blown off. He was covered with bruises, but no bones were broken, and it is believea that he will recover. The derrick was also blown to pieces, and fire licked up what the explosion left. Two tanks, of oil and a full run werp entirely destroyed, involving a loss of $1,500.

Second Victim Dying.

MUNCIE, Ind., May 20.—It looks as if John Gallagher, who is in jail charged with murder in the first degree, will have to answer for a double murder, as his other victim, James Dugan, is again at the point of death from his injuries. Three weeks ago in a drunken fight Gallagher cut James Reed and Dugan with a knife and Reed died three days later. Two inches of the knife blade was sunk into Dugan's skull and broken off. The doctors did not find the blade for two days.

An Eight-Hour Day Demanded. TERRE HAUTE, Ind., May 20.—The

Central Labor union has appointed a committee to wait upon the city council and request the adoption of an eighthour day for all municipal work. The council will also be asked to adopt $1.50 as a day's wages for a man and $3 for a team and wagon. These regulations, it will be requested, shall apply to all municipal work, whether done by the city direct or through contract.

Spirits Destroyed by Lightning. LAWRENCEBURG, Ind., May 20.

Lightning struck the column-house of the Walsh distillery yesterday and set it on fire. Heroic efforts suppressed the conflagration and saved adjoining buildings. A tank of 1,000 gallons of spirits exploded, filling the air with flames and shaking the earth. The loss will be about $10,000, fully covered by ir surance.

His Last Wishes Carried Out. ELKHART, Ind., May 20. George

Rowe, 88 years old, died yesterday of a complication of diseases. Some two years ago he purchased and paid for a coffin, and made all the necessary arrangements for his funeral, which is being carried out to the letter. He was a wealthy retired farmer, and well known throughout the county.

Dead Fish Lining the Shore. COLUMBIA CITY, Ind., May 20.—A

few days ago people living on the banks of Loon lake discovered dead fish along the shore. Nothing was thought of it until yesterday, when large numbers of them appeared on the shore. One man gathered several bushels and buried them. The cause of death is unknown.

Frogs From the Clouds.

GREEHCASTLE, Ind., May 20.—In the frequent heavy rains that visited this section Monday night one of those freaks of nature occurred which sometimes follow heavy rains. Thousands of small fx-ogs fell from the clouds, the southern part of the city being alive with them.

Robbed I'ol ice Headquarters. TERRE HAUTE, Ind., May 20.—A snep-'c

thief abstracted $13 from the clerk's drawer at police headquarters while the officers were temporarily absent. The money had been raised by subscription to defray the burial expenses of ex-Pa-trolman John Roll.

Five of the Family Prostrated. WASHINGTON, Ind., May 20.—Ex-

Postmaster Ellis and four members of his family were poisoned Monday night from eating canned corn. Prompt medical attention prevented serious results, but they are still suffering.

Mrs. ft. §. Robertson Dead.

FORT WAYNE, May 20.—Mrs. Robertson, wife of ex-Lieutenant Governor Robertson, formerly one of the members of the Utah commission, died in this city yesterday after a long illneM

GBEENFIELD, INDIANA WEDNESDAY EVENING MAY 20 1896 iJKlCK, TWO Ci

ONE KILLED, SIX INJURED.

Peculiar Accident to a Lake Shore Fast Freight Train. TOLEDO, May 20. —One man was

killed and six injured by a singular accident on a Lake Shore fast freight yesterday. The train was going westward at the edge of the city, when the air hose broke near the middle of the train, setting the brakes on the front half of the train. The rear portion came forward with such terrific force that one empty stock car was doubled together as if it had been ajpaper box.

In the car were seven tramps stealing a ride. But one escaped unhurt. He was a little negro who made his escape before his name was learned.

The one man killed was Prank Hanns of Washington, Ga., who had his head horribly crushed. He was an employe of Sells & Forepaugh's circus and left the show Monday.

The other six who were injured were Frank Fahlen, Auoora, Ills., leg badly bruised.

John Merrett, colored, Boston, left foot crushpd. William St Glair, colored, Washing ton, left foot crushed and internally in jured.

John Francis Conway, Utica, N. right foot hurt and injured in side. Henry A. Wood, colored, Evansville Ind., right hand crushed and two bad cuts on the head.

Fred Williams, 5 Rosewood avenue Cleveland, right ankle wrenched and bruised about head and shoulders.

BOMBARDED A TRAIN.

Retaliation For Ejectment For the Hon payment of His Fair. MARION, Ind., May 20.—Last night

L. P. Grady, chief of detectives for the Big Four, arrested young Bill Ridley of Fairmount .for bombarding Big Four trains. Last Friday night, as a train heavily loaded with veterans passed through Fairmount, Ridley threw stove fender through one of the windows, seriously injuring a veteran from Muncie.

Ridley waa ejected from a Big Four train about two weeks ago, and at that time swore he would get even. He ad mits his guilt, but claims he was not actuated by malice. The prisoner is only 18 years old.

Fell From a Schooner.

ASHTABULA, O., May 20.—W. A. Gordon, first mate of the schooner Emma C. Hutchinson, was drowned 30 miles from Dummy at 1 o'clock Monday night. He was sitting on the taffrail and fell off. He was seen to rise, but made no effort to save himself. Supposed demented. The Hutchinson and escort, Germania, stopped and searched an hour and a half for the body. Gordon was 50 years old and leaves a wife and three children in Toledo.

Two Oil Men Assign.

LIMA, O., May 20.—Two deeds of aslignment were filed in the probate jourt and in each instance W. H. Cunningham was made the assignee. The first was from John V. JMapes, the second from W. H. Cochran. In the first instance a bond of $15,000 was required in the second the bond was was placed at $20,000. Both are oil men and have been operating in the Mendon, Auglaise, Van Wert and Allen county fields.

Started a Fire With Gasoline. COLUMBUS, O., May 20.—A horrible

burning resulted yesterday from the attempt of Mrs. Anna Roebrenbeck, 619 South Fifth street, to start afire with coal oil. She was burned so badly that recovery is impossible and her 3-year-old child, Francis, is in a very dangerous condition, ...tvk says she got hold of the ....i by mistake, thinking it containt a coal oil.

Rescued From a Bed of Quicksand. GALLIPOLIS, O., May 20.—A colored

woman giving the name of Johnson was rescued from an untimely death by John Singleton and Mac Broiles, employes of the gas works. She was en route from Sistersville, W. Va., to Ripley, O., following the water's edge, when she stepped into abed of quicksand and sank rapidly, being up to her waist when rescued.

Grand Lodge, I. O. O. F.

LIMA, O., May 20.—The grand lodge of Ohio, I. O. O. F., met here in annual Bession yesterday in Allen lodge rooms. The address of welcome waa delivered by Mayor Baxter. The afternoon was a secret session and the lodge work was distributed to the different committees. The grand officers and representatives are all present. The session will last four days.

Careless Shooting.

BLANCHESTER, O., May 20.—While in a water closet yesterday Johnson Watkins, a painter, was carelessly shot by Oscar Minzler, who was practicing shooting at a mark oil the building. The bullet went through the door and flattened against Watkins' skull, inflicting an ugly wound which may prove fatal. No arrests.

Two Houses Itunied.

WATERTOWN, N. Y., May 20.—Fire yesterday destroyed two houses in Gouverneur. St. Lawrence county, one owned by William Fairan and the other by Mr. Phillips. Marshal Oheeseman, aged 55 years, while attempting to remove the furniture from one of the burning houses, was overcome by smoke and burned to death.

Had No Kick Coming.

MURFREESBORO, Ills., May 20.—John D. Jones, who stamped to death in a fit of brutal rage Mrs. Mendenhall, at the Anna (Ills.) fair last fall, was hanged here in the courthouse yard yesterday. He admitted the righteousness of his conviction and profesSed repentance.

Battered Up Man Missing.

WHEELING, May 20.—William Anderson, a hotel cook, is missing. He was assaulted Monday night, both jaws broken, right eye. knocked out and skull fractured. After his wounds were dressed he disappeared. The case iB very mysterious.

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SPECIAL SALE! NOW GOING ON. OURGREAT 39,49, 59 AND 69 CT.

Shoe Sale for Children.

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READ EVERY WORD OF THIS. One lot of Fancy Oxfords in colors, Former price, 50c, 65c, 85c and SI,

SALE PRICE, 39 CTS.

One lot^Juliettes, (heel) Former price, 95c, $l and $1.25. SALE PRICE, 49 CTS. Onejlot Spring Heel Oxfords,

Former^price, 75c, 95c and SISALE PRICE, 59 CTS, One lot FinelOxtords,

Former price, $Fand $1.10. SALE PRICE, 69 CTS.

One lot Boys' House Slippers, Extra goodjwell worth $1. SALE PRICE, 59 CTS. MENS' LOW SHOES. 48 pairs good quality, solid sole, sole leather counters, regular price, $1.25.

THIS SALE FOR 69 CTS.

These will make splendid every-day shoes for men to work in. Don't miss this sale as everything is just as represented and you can save money by attending it.

All other kinds of Shoes at Cut prices.

GREENFIELD.

H. B. THAYER.

Bottling Department.

All of our Beers and Ales are bottled at the Breweiy. Every bottii guaranteed to be pure and brewed from tlie choicest Malt and Hops. Doctors prescribe it for the weak and siclc. Every home ought to liaYG ft case of this Bee™ or Ale 0:1 hand continually.

Ask your local Agent for it, or address

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Every resident of Greenfield is familiar with the fact that we are the leading exponents here of the ideas

The Best Qualities,' Tine Latest Styles, The Best Kitting Suits, In gentlemen's tailoring. Our Spring Styles and goods are here. Gome in and see our goods, warn theprices and leave your orders.

MCCOLE, FASHIONABLE TAILOR

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