Indiana State Sentinel, Indianapolis, Marion County, 4 October 1893 — Page 9

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BANNER STATE DAY

Indiana's Splendid Showing at the World's Fair. First in Point of Enthusiasm and Attendance. HER STATE DAY A SUCCESS. Gov. Matthews and Gen. Harrison Make Addresses And James Whltcomb Riley Recites a Poem. Senatur Yoorhee. Lew Wallace nud Col. Thompson ( milile to He I'rrnru( Tlie Hx-I'resldent's rtfuencf of 31lud Knalilen lllut to Outet Wlinl Threalrneil to lie m. 1'anlc The Wmtlipr Ideul autl (be Day One to lie Hrmriubrrrd. CHICAGO. Sept. 27. The Indiana celebration at the fair was nearly marred by a serious accident this afternoon and to the cool-headedness of ex-llcsi-dent Harrison is due in large measure the fact that it was averteil. (Jen. Harrison's presence at the Indiana building drew a large number who Mere curious to s-e tha ex-president of the United states. These, with the thousands of Indianiuns who assembled to participate in the Indiana day exercises, made a crowd of vast projections. People were jammed against the building anil the crowd extended back to the Illinois building. It was a swaying, unmanageable mass. Many women were right in the thickest portion. "When Gen. Harrison had been speaking but a few minutes, the people surged forward in their eagerness to hear his words. Suddenly there was a seram from tli? central portion of the crowd. A panii was threatened. For an instant the crowd surged and several other women screamed. The ex-president, realizing the danger, ceased speaking, and with perfect coolness, urged the people to remain quiet, at the same tiiiiv.- motioning them back. A fainting Woman wa-s assisted by (Jon. Harrison and Commissioner Havens to the platform, md the ex-president mounted a ch;iir so the people could see him and continued his speech. The crowd Boon ceased struggling, so two ether women, who were on the roint of fainting, were carried out and cared for by ambulance surgeons anil the panic which had threatened to assume proportions was over. The Manner Stute Day. In point of enthusiasm and possibly in numbers, Indiana can lay claim to the most successful state day at the fair. The people of that state, quoting Governor Matthews, never do anything by halves and the exercises of today certainly indicate that the governor was correct. Excursion trains coming in this morning were leaded to the guards. The weather was perfect. It was an ideal autumn day. When Governor Claude Matthews and staff, ex-President Harrison, James Whitcomb IUley and others were escorted to the Indiana building at 11 o'clock by Commissioners Havens, Mr. Etudabaker and others, the guards were compelled to force back the great mass of humanity which was packed together In front of the state building, den. Lew "Wallace and ex-Secretary of the Navy II. W. Thompson were to have made addresses, but both were detained at home. (Governor Mut thews Address. After a musical program Governor Matthews, presiding officer of the day, made the opening address. He began by saying that Indiana never does anything by halves. "The sons of Indiana," he said, "have left their Impressions on the country's growth and have been counselors upon every great question that concerned Its welfare. They have been safe and conservative leaders, broad and wise advisers, brave and accomplished defenders. They have been called to preside over the destinies of a great nation, and have done it well. The loftiest and most exalted position in the history of the world, that it has been In mortal power to bestow upon man, has been held by a eon of Indiana. Such a one I have the proud satisfaction of Introducing' to you today Benjamin Harrison of Indiana, ex-president of the United States." Gfn. Harrison Speaks. This allusion t ex-President Harrison brought forth cheers. Then Gen. Harrison arose and advanced to the platform amid a perfect storm of cheers. During the delivery of his address occurred the incident narrated above. The ex-president devoted most of his speech to Indiana, praising her people for their thrift and eulogizing the great tons of the state. He took occasion to denounce In most emphatic manner the lynching of men In many of the states. He said: "Obedience to the laws should be Installed in every mind. I know of nothing so barbarous, fiendish and criminal as the lynchlngs that have occurred Jn our land. Citizens should enroll themselves In some law and order organization, and no matter how heinous the crime, should protect the criminal with his life, as disobedience to our laws Is of greater moment. Constables and sheriffs should be taught to know that every good citizen is behind them in enforcing obedience to tho laws." In speaking of Chicago he twittingly said: "That our pride in Indiana would be increased if Chicago would keep her prize fighters and train robbers at home." At the conclusion of the address there was general applause, and some Indlanlan offered three cheers for Harrison, which were given with a will. Tb IIoosIer I'oet. Governor Matthews In introducing James Whitcomb Riley said: "If there be one characteristic -above another for which the citizen of Indiana may be noted, it is his love of homewhether that may be the splendid mansion In the busy center the farm house mid the smiling fields of grain and shaded pasture, or the cabins of our father in the deep umbrageous forest. It curies to us an inheritance from tho

'Hoosler pioneer who braved the unknown dangers of the forest, not with the greed of gain his sole absorbing thought, but with his soul filled with the noblest Inspiration of our race, to build a home that he might leave a goodly inheritance to his children. I mentioned to you the name of 'Hoosler' by which the citizens of Indiana is known far and near. I regret fhere are a few whoso ears have grown to fastidious that the name offends, but as for me I love tho name and honor It. It is the synonym of sturdy manhood, untiring energy, sterling integrity, unflinching1 courage and a hospitality so broad and generous that has not its superior in all the world. It was the strong right arm of the Hoosler that felled the forest, bridged the rivers, pushed forward roads over hill, through prairie and marsh, and laid the foundation of an empire In the grandeur of their state. We love him who can paint the picture of the humble life; find a poem in 'the simple annals of the poor,' and sing the sacred home songs of his people. None other has ever done this better than the Hoosler poet, James Whltcomb IUley of Indiana." Mr. Riley recited one of his poems, "When the Frost is on the Pumpkin." and was warmly received. The crowd trld in vain to recall him. President T. W. Palmer of the national commission spoke In a happy vein. Douglass Shirley of Kentucky concluded the speech-making and then the "Hoosler Nightinirales" sang. There were calls for Frederick Douglass and Thomas R. Red. but the former declined to speak and the ex-president could nut be found. A reception to the governor and staff and the speakers of the day followed In the building. Tonight there were tireWorks on the. lake front in honor of the (Jay. onn kki.lows ot t ix fouce.

Thousands of Them at the World's Pair Tuesday. CHICAGO, Sept. 25. Gold lace on broadcloth uniforms was worn at tho fair today by thousands of Odd Fellows. The Odd Fellows were out in force and inaugurated their three days' festivities appropriately. The Daughters of Rebeka, the sister organization, was also out in force. In the stock pavilion, where the uniform cantons were to compete for honors, the seats were full of people who wore the three-link charm. The cantons which drilled were; Excelsior, No. 13, Chicago; Occidental of Chicago; Alexandria, No. 4J, of Chicago; Klwood, No. 33, of El wood. Ind.; Oswego, No. 18, of Oswego, N. Y.; Frank, No. 55, of Germantown, O.; Wright, No. 77, of Chicago. The drilling was splendid. The cantons executed the different orders with a precision that elicited hearty applause from thousands of spectators. At 12 o'clock there wore exercises at festival hall. Mayor Harrison ainl Director-General Davis were absent from the festival hall demonstration. They were not in the city. In consequence, the Rev. Dr. II. W. Rolton of Illinois was called upon to make the address of welcome and John C. Underwood, marshal-general of Illinois, to speak for the exposition officials. He said the fair authcrties had granted every request made by the Odd Fellows with regard to their celebration, which was all that was needed to be shown how welcome the order was to the White City. Mr. Thornton, the orator of the day, in opening, referred to the relief work of the Odd Fellows at the time of the great Chicago lire. It was peculiarly fitting that the Chicago brethren were now in a position to show their gratitude to their benefactors through kindness and hospitality during their present visit to the city and the fair. In the afternoon the sovereign grand lodge convened in the national commissioners' room and adjourned to the administration plaza to witness the dress parade of the uniform rank. The Odd Fellows will continue the exercises two days linger and will have interesting parades and drills. Indlanians will hold forth at the fair tomorrow. Governor Matthews and histaff, ex-Fresident Harrison, Gen. I.rw Wallace, James Whltcomb Riley and other prominent Indianlans arrived thii evening and were met by Commissioner Havens and others. National Commislsoner J. L. Bernard of Florida is seeking to oust Arthur C. Jackson, who represents Florida at the state building. Commissioner Bernard claims that Jackson was appointed state commissioner, but was subsequently removed and that he Is now simply posing as a state commissioner to the detriment of the people. Mr. Bernard has brought the matter to the attention of the national executive committee and that body is making an investigation. Ex-Speaker Reed spent another pleasant day at the fair today with Mrs. Reed and daughter. He is here for instruction and pleasure and so far has declined positively to talk on public affairs. The president of the world's fair congress auxiliary, Hon. C. C. Boney, was sued for $3,000 damages today for ordering the expulsion of Free Thinker K. C. Betts from tne parliament of religions. The world' congress auxiliary of the Columbian exposition in connection with the international committee of the Young Men's Christian association have just issued a call for the congress of the Y. M. C. A. of the world to be held on Oct. in Memorial art palace. Total admissions today were 223,715, of which 194.9 paid. THE 1X1)1 VX A IllILDIXG. It I One of the Most Homelike structures on the (.rounds. CHICAGO, Sept. 27. In spite of the derogatory statements concerning the Indiana building. It is one of the most homelike structures on the grounds. The wlds verandas, extending around the entire building, afford room fo a large number of rocking chairs and settees, which Invite the weary sightseer to enjoy a season of rest, and it is almost needless to say that they are patronized. Groups of world's fair visitors may be seen morning, noon and night enjoying themselves at Indiana headquarters, and It is the common expression that no state building in Jackson park affords Its visitors a more Inviting spot to rest than is found in the Indiana structure. It is true that the Michigan state building is kept open until late at night, which may be considered an advantage, but as Indiana is handicapped far-funds to pay an Insufficient day force of janitors, it would be out of the question to keep the building open of evenings. As has been written many times before the hayseed policy of the lamented legislature Is apparent to even the least critical observer, and is responsible for many things which are humiliating to every Indianlan who Is proud of his state and ber resources. While economy is a good thing there are some things about the question of salaries, as effecting the employes of the Indiana building, that are not entirely in harmony with the true spirit of economy. For example the housekeeper, whose thief and most Ira-

portant duty it Is to dust the furniture In (ha I-iHiau' -i 'i 1 .1 r. .Via j- t Vi

I... ww .".--i i v 0 a''i, itj? hol vj i. me work being done by the janitors, rei ceives $73 a month, while Commissioner Hävens' rrivate secretary, J. M. Briceland, who does all the correspondence, keeps the books and does the work formerly performed by Col. W. It. Roberts as secretary and before him by Mr. W. T. Noble, receives but $60 a month. This is an example of the economical spirit as sanctioned by the board of commissioners. However, Executive Commissioner Havens und his assistants are working away and doing their best to make Indian's showing at the fair as cred.'able as possible. Most of the state officials are pleased at the fact that the fair will close Oct. SO. They realize that the weather may be disagreeable by that time and especially so when Lake Michigan contributes her part to a brisk raw breeze. The attendance is expected to be heavy, however, from now until tho dose of the fair. The state official will not pet away from Jackson park until a week or two after the close of the fair as all the exhibits must be looked after and put In proper shape to bo shipped home. Total Debt in He Wiped Oat Oct. 0. CHICAGO, Sept. 27. Chicago day will be celebrated by the world's Columbian exposition in a highly pleasing manner. On that diy, Oct. 9, the entire debt of the world's fair company, bonded, floating and interest will be wiped out utterly. All this was determined upon today at meetings of the finance and executive committees of the exposition. It will just take a little short of $1,900,000 to do this. Calculations by members of the finance committee have shown that the Income of the exposition up to Oct. 9, add-d to the funds already in the treisury, will quite reach the required amount. After Chicago day the net income of th- remaining twenty-one days of the exposition will be devoted to the Interests of the stockholders. This net income should average not less than $100, 0M) a day. The payments to be made include: Interest on the bonds, Jl'P.o.ouO; CO per cent, payment on bonds, $1.233,3"0; floating debt, including running expenses, J325HJO. Total admissions today were 231.12S, of which 11C-.S01 paid. Live Stock Premiums. CHICAGO, Sept. 27. Special. Indiana live stock premiums: Sheer Lincoln breed, ram, three years or over, second premium, George F. Davis & Co., Dyer; ewe, three years or over, sixth premium, same owner; ram ami three ewes, all over two years, fourth premium, same owner. Hogs Berkshire boar,, tinder six months, first and third, I. M. Barker, Thorntown; second, James Riley, Thorntown; fourth and fifth, G. W. Riley. Thorntown; sow, six months and under one year, ninth, I. N. Barker, Thorntown. FOR A SOUND CURRENCY. l'HESIOEXT ( LEVELAXIVS LETTER TO (iOVEIt.VOIl XORTIIEX. llelleves the Purchase Clause Should lie He pen led nud Is Astonished ut the Delay of the Senute In Taking Action .Not Opposed to silver. ATLANTA. Ga., Sept. 27. In reply to a letter from Governor Northen asking the president to give his position on financial matters, Mr. Cleveland has sent the following reply: EXECUTIVE MANSION', WASHINGTON, D. C. Sept. 25. The Hon. W. J. Northen: My Dear Sir I hardly know how to reply to your letter of the lSth inst. It seems to me that I am quite plainly on record concerning the financial question, lly letter accepting the nomination to the presidency, when read in connection with the message lately sent to the congress in extraordinary session, appeurs to me to be very explicit. I want a currency that Is stahle anil safe In the hands of our people. I will not knowingly be implicated in a condition that will Justly make me in the least degree answerable to any laborer r farmer in the United States for a shrinkage in the purchasing power of the dollar he has received for a full dollar's worth of work or for a good dollar's worth of product of his soil. I not only want our currency to be of such a character that all kinds of dollars will be of eijual purchasing power at home, but I want tt to be of such a character as will demonstrate abroad our wisdom and good faith, thus placing us upon a firm foundation and credit among the nations of the earth. I want our financial conditions and laws relating to our currency so safe and reassuring that those who have money will spend and Invest it in business and new enterprises instead of hoarding it. You cannot cure fright by calling it foolluh and unreasonable, and you cannot prevent the frightened man from hoarding his money. I want Rood, sound and stable money, and a condition of confidence that will keep it in use. Within the limits of what I have written, I am a friend of silver, but I believe its proper place In our currency can only be fixed by a readjustment of our currency legislation and th inauguration of a consistent and comprehensive financial scheme. I think such a thing can only be entered upon profitably and hopefully after the repeal of the law which is charged with all our financial woes. In the present state of the public mind this law cannot be built upon nor pafched in such a way as to relieve the stagnation. I am, therefore, opposed to the free and unlimited coinage of silver by this country alone and independently, and I am in favor of the immediate and unconditional repeal of the purchasing clause of the socalled Sherman law. I confess I am astonished by the opposition In the senate to such rrompt action as would relieve the present unfortunate situation. My daily prayer is that the delay occasioned by such opposition may not be the cause of plungtng the country into deeper depression than it has yet known, and that the democratic party may not be Justly held responsible for such a catastrophe. Yours very truly, G ROVER CLEVELAND. AX IX1IIMAX CHIME. Farm Hand Confesses the Marder of Little Agnes VriKbt. IIARRysnURGl ra,, Sept, K.-Denja-man Tennis, a farm hand, confessed today that he outraged and then murdered little Agnes Wright near llummelatown one week ago. Suspicion rested on Tennis and he was arrested this mornlnsr while cutting com in a neighboring farm. He broke down completely and made a full confession. He said he coneoctsd the scheme on the night of Sept. 17 and made the assault the next Morning. Tne little girl said she was going to tell on him and with this the brute tore her underclothing and wrapped it around her neck and strangled her to death. He then secreted her in the underbrush, where she was found the next evening. The child was only nine years old. Tenns is forty-two years of age, a widower and the father of seven children. He is now in Jail. Excitement 1 high and crowds surround the Jail. There Is not likely, however, to be a lynching-. The grand Jury at once found a true bill against Tennis and he will be placed on trial tomorrow.

THE "WITCHES' LANDING,"

HEMIMSCnXCES OF AX HISTORICAL SPOT IX .MIAMI COl.XTY. The Romance of m. Youne Conple A Secret Mnrrlnise Arranged For The Kate.I Accident to the Minister The Villain of the Story Almost n. Truaredj Arrested for Murder The Final Trial of an Innocent Man The Happy Results In Conclusion. PERU, Sept. 23. Special. There is probably no spot in Miami county so historical as a little grove on the green banks of the muddy Wabash known as "The Witches' Landing." Why it was given this name no one could ever tell. But old m?n and women, whose hair are white as snow, know nothing only simply to call it "The Witches' Landing." The spot is in a beautiful location, adorned with tall sycamores. Underneath these grow wild flowers, while a few sprigs of blue grass can be seen peeping from under the edge of soma rocks. The muddy waters of the Wabash go rippling by and Just a few yards below this noted spot they plunge downward some feet and then away it goes in Its endless journey towards the West. Just opposite the landing Is an old frame house, which at one time was the home of a minister, and it was in this old-stylo house two souls would have been made happy had not the sudden death of the minister prevented it. The following little story was told tho writer by the minister's aged wife, who still lives, and for her own dear sake her name is withheld. Long years ago a wealthy family named Brown lived In this neighborhood. They were extensive land owners and generally considered a proud, haughty set of folks. Their only child was a boy named Basill. He was away the most of his time attending his father's foreign business or completing his course In college. James WatKins was the name of Mr. Brown's "overseer" on the farm, and had been in his employ so many years that all business on the entire farm was left In his charge. Mr. Watkfns was not an old man, but hard labor had wrinkled his brow and caused a few streaks of gray to mingle with his locks of jet-black hair. He was sober, industrious and generally liked by all the employes. James Watkins and his wife were known all over the entire county as strict church members, and their only child. Ruth by name, was being brought in the footsteps of her parents. Ruth was a lovely girl of eighteen years, with dark, wavy hair and soft brown eyes, which always were ready to sympathize with the grlef-strlcken. Ruth was good and always obedient to her father and mother, and in fact was a general favorite among all the farmhands. But there was one she was nearer to than all the rest. His name was Ben Inkwood and her father's assistant "overseer." Ben had "x'.ched the growth of of pretty Ruth from childhood to her present size and had finally concluded that he loved her and life without her would be a very unhappy one for him to spend. Ruth, through courtesy's sake, entertained him quite frequently, but as to loving him she could never think no more of Ben Inkwood than merely as a. friend. For Ruth loved another. Most everyone, though, in the entire county, was eagerly watching for the wedding, and many of the gossipy neighbors thought that "jhe'd do no bettcr'n marry Ben Inkwood." Ben of course was aware that Ruth loved another, but who could it be? In fact, that was the question her parents often ask themselves. No one but Ruth knew who it was. Well, it was Basill Brown, the son of the wealthy farmer. Basill hau loved Ruth since the past, when they had spent many days together in the little brown school house on the hill. Baslll's love was "on the sly," and no one knew it but Ruth, who was daily informed of his thoughts by letters received from him. Springtime was here now and the farmer's busy season had begun. Basill Brown had returned home to spend his usual vacation, and what time he could quietly spend with Ruth. Many new faces were seen among the farmhands this season, two who were Sam Johnson and Jlmmle Lamberts. Sam Johnson was a colored boy hired to do light work around the hoase and carry lunch out to the workers each day. Both Jimmie and Sam soon gained a spot in the hearts of tne workmen, and as to Mr. Watkins they both could have a home with him as long as they wanted it. he season had almost passed and the crops were "layed by." Very few of the workmen were still engaged. Sam and Jlmmle were still there and creating as -much fun as they ever did. Jack Curran was the name of Mr. Brown's new hostler, and, although ho had not been employed but a few weeks Ben Inkwood had formed an opinion of him and often said to Mr. Watkins: "James, that man will cause us trouble yet." "But Mr. Watkins did not think so and treated him with all courtesy due. Husking time was drawing near and Basill was preparing to take his leave. This year would complete his course in college, but how long It did seem to him. A whole year to wait before ha could take Ruth and call her his own. The more he thought of it the worse ha felt, and the more tempted he was to suggest a secret marriage. At last ha did and seating himself one day he dropped Ruth a note and told her of his plans. Ruth consented. So Basill made arrangements with the minister on the opposite side of the river to get the required papers and perform tha ceremony the same evening. Jack Curran, who had gained the confidence of Basill, was informed of what was to take place. He had only seen Ruth but a very few times and as many another man had done, "it was a case of love at first sight," and If he could prevent the marriage In a quiet way he was going to do so. The evening had arrived. Basill and Ruth met in their accustomed place, the Witch's Landing. There lay Ruth's little boat, quietly rocking on the waves. They soon were seated in the little craft and Basill, eager to reach the minister's home, was willingly bending to tha oar and In a very few seconds they touched the other shore. At last the front door was reached and Basill, after knocking, which summoned the good old minister's wife, was Invited in and informed that Mr. - had not arrived home from town yet. Basill did not like this for he had arranged to meet him there at a certain time. However, he could do nothing but wait. An hour had passed and another rap at tha door summoned them all to the door, when they were Informed that the minister's horse had shied down the road a piece, throwing him to the ground, breaking his neck Basill was greatly disappointed, so retracing their steps and seating themselves as before in the boat they soon were at the point they started from. Another thought dawned upon Baslll's mind. He would have Jack to drive them to the little station near by where they would take the night express for New York. The carriage was ordered out and In a very short time they had arrived at the station, twenty minutes ahead of train

time. Jack was determined that the wedding should never take place. Ho found a colored man and instructed him to drive the rig home quietly, put the horses away and leave a note he handed him. which Informed Mr. Brown that an important letter had summoned him to New York, but he would return in a few days. So Basill and Ruth, little dreaming that they were shadowed by this villain, were brightly dreaming of the future. At last the great city had been reached. Basill and Ruth entered a cab and ordered the cabman to drive, them to the Grand Central. Here Basill ordered the best room in the hotel for Ruth and said. "The second best will do for me." He left an order to bo called at 7:"0 a. m. Ruth was shown to her room by the chambermaid and soon after a smiling little darky had Baslll's grip in his hand and quietly tripping up the Fhort flight of stairs which led to the elevator, and that little darky was none other than Sam Johnson, who had grown tired of country life and came to town a week ago and secured a position at this hotel as bellboy. Sam knew Basill, but as they were under strict orders not to form an acquaintance with the guests he was prevented the opportunity of renewing old times. Basil! did not wish to retire at the present time and lighting a cigar he seated himself in an easy chair in the hallway. Soon after this a Poculiar-lookiner individual entered

rand, after glancing at the register, or dered lodging and payed in advance for the same. Sam tiarted a lictle, but did not recognize that it was J ick Curran until he had reached the floor on which the room was located öaek was to occupy. He was shown his room and Sam, after bidding him good night, he-sitated outside the door. Sam did not like his actions and was going to keep an eye on him. Presently Jack opened the door and gliding noiselessly down the flight of stairs he discovered Basill seated in a chair asleep. Creeping nearer he pulled a knife from his poeket and plunged the long blade into Baslll's breast. Then picking him up he threw him out of the window where some watchmen found him and took him to tlv hospital, where ho lay for months. Sam had witnessed the whole affair, but was caught and instructed not to say a word, for If ho did he would share the same fate. However, Sam said he would light the match some time that would throw a lieht on the whole mystery. Jack Curran had Indeed prevented the marriage. But he dare not let Ruth know of his presence in New York. So, when another day dawned Jack Curran. after again threatening the life of Sam Johnson, took his departure fur the Brown homestead. Ruth was up early and happy as a lark, for that was to be her wedding day. But, alas, when the sun had sank behind the great city and Basill had not yet come she became disheartened and taking her little baggage she went out into the streets, where to go or what to do she knew not. Not far from where she stood was the great piers and the cruel waves that lashed their sides brought a very sad and wicked idea into poor Ruth's mind. She would end her sorrows underneath these. So going slowly down to the docks she hesitated a short time to ask forgiveness of her parents and dying for the love of Basill she then plunged into the dark waters. The splash attracted the attention of a bystander, who rescued her from a watery grave and secured lodging for her, but Ruth refused to give her name. The next day she wandered the streets until late in the afternoon before employment was secured, but a proprietor of a cloak establishment feeling in sympathy with her gave her employment. Here she worked until brighter days dawned but the future appeared very dark to her now'. Taking the reader back to the Brown place, now we find James Watkins has been arrested and placed in jail on suspicion of the murder of Basill Brown. His watch was found (so Jack Curran said) on the river bank near the Witches Landing. Jark said he would swear when the proper time came that he saw James Watkins murder Basill Brown and then throw his body Into the river. Ben Inkwood was constantly looking for Ruth, but as no trace had yet been found of her the general belief was that she had leen drowned. Jimmie Lamberts had left the farm and was a newsboy on one of the trains. Winter had passed and spring was here and still nothing new had developed. James Watkin's trial had been postponed until the June term of court. Sain Johnson was back on the farm again, but as Jack Curran kept him scared to death he was afraid to tell anything about the past. Jack was waiting for Ruth to come home when he would make a proposal to her that she could not well refuse. Jimmie Lamberts was off bis run one day in New York and caught a glimpse of Ruth sitting underneath a shade tree in a park. He went to her and finally succeeded in getting her to promise she would return to her home. Everything was going on smoothly under the direction of Ben Inkwood who had been promoted as foreman. A new man was employed that season by the name of Dick Richards. He was tall, rather slender, with dark, heavy beard. Ruth returned home and was greatly surprised and grlef-strlcken when she learned of her father's misfortune. She went to him and told him Bert Watkins told ber to leave him and never again let him look on her face. Kuth was overcome by grief und on her knees sha asked her father to forgive him. But he was still determined, and although Ben Inkwood insisted upon him forgiving her he swore he would never do it. So they returned home much sadder but not wiser. September was here and Watkin's trial was postponed again. Many of these golden evenings were spent strolling down the little lane where her and Basil! had strolled together just one year ago. One evening while she was standing at the Witches Landing sadly thinking over the past. Jack Curran approached her. He spoke calling her Miss Ruth and went on telling her how he had loved her all these days but afraid to say anything. He told her if she would become his wife her father should be a free man before twenty-four hours went by. Ruth Indignantly refused, when Jack Curran threatened her with violence. She became frightened and cried for help. Dick Richards, who had been concealed in the bushes, stepped out at that moment and knocked Jack Curran sprawling to the ground. He then introduced himself to Ruth as Dick Richards, the new hired man. Ruth started at his voice and stood glaring into those deep blue eyes. Where had she seen them and heard that voice before. Dick escorted her home, but Ruth could not help but study all night about those eyes and that voice. How much like Baslll's they were. But they could not be his for Basill was dead. If not to the world to her. The day for the trial had arrived. The Jury was selected and the attorneys on both sides were examining the witnesses. Jack Curran was called and swore what he had said before. This angeoed James Watkins. who Jumped up and said, "Gentlemen, if I am not Innocent in your eyes I am an innocent man in the eyes oif God." This moved the whole court room into tears and many believed Jack Curran had sworn a lie. At this point Ä'r. Watkins. attorney, called for Dick Richards. There was a craning of necks at this new name and many wondered what he knew of this mysterious affair. Mr. Brown's attorney demanded who he was. but was ordered to be quiet. Dick swore he knew Basill Brown had been grossly assaulted, but not murdered, and If the court and Jury would watch him a few minutes he would produce him and show the eyes of the world that James Watkins was an Innocent man. With this his heavy beard ftU to the floor and

there stood Basill Brown in plain view of all. He told his past story and of course Mr. Watkins was a free man. Jack Curran saw the rope was to fasten around his neck and he tried to make his escape, when the sheriff stopped him. Sam Johnson was called, and sure enough he got to light the match that threw a light on the whole mystery. Jack Curran was sentenced to jail and in a few months had his trial and was committed to the penitentiary for life Basil soon had Ruth in his arms after the court was dismissed and Mr. Brown, with tears irr his eyes, asked forgiver r;s and gave his whole heart to their happiness. James Watkins did likewise and could sav nothing but "God bless my children." Basil and Ruth are married and one spring two years later if you should enter their cozy little home a bright, golden-haired little girl would have greeted you and tell yon her name was Bessie, named after grandma Watkins. As to Sam and Jimmy, they are still on the farm, and Ben Inkwood will probably be married before another spring to a charming little girl living not far from his first home. "BILL SMITH."

SHOCK TO HELENA SOCIETY. J. II. Conrad Seeks a, Divorce nod Alleges Infidelity. HELENA, Mont., Sept. V. The society circles of Helena have never been so stirred äs they were today by the filing of a suit for divorce by J. Howard Conrad against his wife, Mabel Barnaby Conrad, on statutory grounds. The Conrads, who formerly lived at Billings and Ft. Benton, came to Helena about two years as:, purchased a magnificent resilience in the mo.st aristocratic purt of the city and since that time have been leaders in t-o-ciety. The co-respondents are ex-State Senator Baker, a handsome widower, and brother-in-law of Conrad; William S. Hopkins of St. Clair Springs, Mich., and Richard Bishop of Denver. The acts of iniidelity are alleged to have been committed at various times and places since isft. Custody of the three children, two girls, aged eight and three years, and a boy, aged five years, is asked by Conrad, und tlm jude granted an injunction restraining the mother from takintr the children away from home. Mrs. Conrad is a handsome woman and dauehter of the late Mrs. Barnaby of Providence. R. I., fur whose murder lr. Graves was tried at Denver. Sne married Conrad in ISM. Conrad is one of several wealthy brothers who made fortunes In Montana til the cattle business. In 1 he ran on the democratic ticket for lieutenant-governor but was defeated. THE CASE OF MR. VAN ALEN WILLIAM C. WHITXEY MIKE PIDLIO A LETTER. The S'nnie In Answer to Sforles Concerning the Kx-Seeretury'a Connection with the Case Thinks the Ith ode Islund Man Is Wholly Competent. NEW YORK, Sept. 27. The Hon. W. C. Whitney this evening makes public a letter in reply to certain allegations connecting him with the appointment of J. J. Van Alen to the Italian mission. Mr. Whitney replies to the published statement that the president "was disgusted with the idea of appointing Van Alen, and he tried to avoid iu On the other hand, he had Mr. Whitney's promise to Mr. Van Alen to face. Mr. Whitney toll the president of bis promise and urged its fal-mime-nt.' The ex-secretary of the navy, in support of a denial of the above statement, gives fur publication a letter addressed by him to the president under date of June 20, in part as follows: T made It clear to everybody in the campaign that I would assume no obligations, tacit or expressed, as to ofuces or appointments, and you are quite aware that you have not been asked to perform any contracts of this nature so far a I know. "Mr. Van Alen is a gentleman and gave what he contributed to the campaign f reely and from an interest In the success of the party.' He had previously lndentilied himself warmly with the party in Rhode Island, and his candidacy has the support of nearly every prominent party man in his state. I have been called upon by these men to see that his warm support of our party should not militate against his candidacy. "I therefore break the silence which I have heretofore maintained 6lnce the inauguration to tay that I know Mr. Van Alen very well, that he is, in my judgment, in every way adapted to the position which he seeks, and that I sincerely hope that the malicious stories which have found their way into print will not affect him adversely. "There is no obligation upon you to appoint him to any office, bat there is additional reason for appointing him that, as the result of a very, patriotic, generous and cordial support of the party in the late campaign, when friends were few and calls were Kreat. This, you know, is the first time you have been approached Ly me on the subject of appointments." Mr. Whitney adds that Mr. Van Alen had the support of his state for this appointment, was personally known to the president and was selected as the gentleman deemed competent and fit for the post. WRECK ON GRAND TRUNK. Ellin EXPRESS CRASHES IXTO THE REAR OP A TRAIX. Henry Xewlnnd and Wife of Detroit Killed and Others Seriously Injured, One of Them Fatally The Wreck Serious One Train Ditched. BELLEVUE, Mich., Sept. 27. A terrible accident occurred on the Grand Trunk railroad at this point at 2 o'clock this morning. The Erie express ran into tha rear of a regular passengar train, demolishing a special car containing Cashier Meredith and wife of the Chicago &. Grand Trunk, Henry Newiand and wife, father and mother of Mrs. Meredith, William Costler, porter, and William Abernathy, cook. Mr. and Mrs. Newiand were killed outright; Mr. and Mrs. Meredith badlyljut not fatally injured, and William Costler fatally hurt, Mr. Abernathy is safe. Jennlson, fireman of the fast freight, was badly scalded. The side of the depot was smashed. Coroner Evans has taken charge of the bodies. William t'ostler is the porter of Newiand & Co.'s Btöre. He was on the rear of a regular passenger train, dt-mol-of the car were residents of Detroit. DETROIT. Sept. 27. General Manager Spicer and a party of chief oltlcers of the Grand Trunk road left Detroit at 6 oclork this . morning on a special train for the scene of the wreck. Henry A. Newiand was a wholesale furrier and one of the oldest and most prominent merchants of this city. His wife was a dauehter of the veteran railroad capitalist, James F. Joy of this city. I. fc X. Fassender Hitched. MOBILE, Ala,, Sept. 28. 1 a. m. News has Just reached here that the northbound passenger train on the L, & K. railroad has been ditched between Scranton and Bellefontalne. Two or three are reported killed and many Injured. Working train and surgeons have been telephoned for. 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POLITICS IN OHIO,

Lawrence T. Neal Making a Vigorous Canvass. He Talks Tariff to the Democrats ofToledo. FOR IMMEDIATE REVISION, Charges tho McKinley Law with Depressing Business And Being Responsible for tha Closing of Factories. Frank Hurd's Stand for Free Trade The Democrat le Societies of PcnnKylVMiiln in Contention nt Allen limn - Vive President Stevenson Tlirre Hut I'nlls to Speak at the llak. tuet Some of Those l'ri'srnt. TOLEDO, O., Sept. 2C Lawrence T. Neal, democratic candidate for governor of Ohio, opt-iieü the campaign in this part of (iil with a largely attended meeting here this evening. He was assisted by that eminent free-trader, the Hon. Frank Kurd, and to all appearances tha meeting partook more of national than stae issues and Mr. Hurd, who spoke first, said among other thnlgs: "Not always have my friend (meanlns Mr. Neal) and myself, agreed upon all questions of democratic policy, but upon the juestion of free trade we are one. A cowardly committee at the lat convention which nominated (Jrover Cleveland had not the courape to declare for what the democratic party demanded free trade. Rut the fact that the democratic party was firmly and unalterably opposed to the principle of protection, which is a plunderer and a fraud, would not have been publicly declared were It not for Lawrence T. Neal." Mr. Xeal's speech was the less Interesting of the two. Mr. Neal declared he was in favor of bimetallism and Immediate tariff revision. The McKinley tariff, he said, was a robbery of tha people and should not stand. Mr. Neal then proceeded to arraign the McKinley administration, charging it with corruption and general malfeasance, and upbraiding: It for increasing the bonded indebtedness of the state to the amount Mr. Neal claimed, of J30.000.000. Referring a second time to the McKinley bill, Mr. Neal said It was ''the mal cause of the depression of business In the country and for the closing down of the mines and factories, and that prosperity would only come by the strict adherence to the principles advocated la the national platform of the democratic party that the naked and undisguised McKinley bill was for taxing of the farmers, the laboring men and mechanics, who earned their living by the sweat of their brow, for the benefit of the trusts, syndicates and private corporations, and that when taxation was used for any other purpose than for the levying of mney to carry on the government economically administered it was robbery and nothing more." PEXXSVLVAXIA CLl'DS. Twelve Hundred Delegates Meet t Allentown The Itunquet. ALLENTOWN, Ta., Sept. G. The annual convention of the democratic societies of Pennsylvania met here this morning with 1,2'X delegates rcpresentinff all the clubs of the state. Mayor Allison delivered the address of welcome and President Chauncey Flack responded. In his address President Flack spoke hopefully of the future of the democratio party in this state and predicted tha early overthrow of republicanism. Among those on the stage were Vice-President Stevenson, Congressman Tarsney of Missouri, Conjrrcssman Frdman of Pennsylvania, Chief Clerk Kerr of the house of representatives and Frank C. Osborn, candidate for the state treasurership. The vice-presidents of the societies, which form the permanent organization, reported as temporary chairman Robert E. Wright of Allentown, who made a brief speech. He denounced Penator Cameron for his speech in tlie senate yesterday and advoeated the tariff reform, hone&t money and honesty In high places. The federal election laws were ahso denounced. When the convention reassembled la the afternoon the committee on permanent officers reported as follows: Presided Chauncey F. Elack. York; secretary. J. D. Norman, Harrisburjr; treasurer, R. L Wright. A long series of resolutions arnrminf? democratio principles and denouncing the republican party were then adopted after which brief addresses were made by Gen. John C Elack of Illinois and Congressman Tareney of Missouri. i..l A HEAVY IIEFAI LTEIl. ' I Legislator Leys Accnsed of Lmbtid In f 300,000. BUFFALO, N. Y., Seid. 25. John Ley3 of Toronto, ex-member of the Toronto legislature, who fled from that city last week, is now in hiding in this city. Leys was legal adviser to the Freehold and loan association and this with his fees from other corporations gave him an Income of over ten thousand dollars. He managed several rich estates, and he appears to have embezzled every cent of trust funds in his charge, bringing hla defalcation, with his debts, to $300,000. STRICK A HEARSE. An Erie Empress Train Rana Int a I'aneral Procession. OLKAN, N. Y., Sept. 26 Train No. CI on the Erie railway struck a hearse at North Glean today and smashe.J ft to pieces. Undertaker Woodward and James t;oodale, his father-in-law. were on the driver's seat, (ioodale was thrown forty, feet, striking on his head and shoulders,' H died almost Instanly. Woodward received serious and perhaps fatal internal injuries. lOO.OO POHFEIT, If it does not cure the effects of SelfAbuse, Early Excesses, Emissions. Nervous Debility, Loss of Sexual Powers, Impotency, Varicocele, Pimples on the Face, etc. Enlargement Certain. I will send FREE the Recipe of a never failing cure. Address, with stamp. O. K, Tuppar, Sportsmen's Goods, Marshall, Michigan,

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