& & FE At the Economies' Close Com nnmion Yesterday. NEW MEMBERS ADMITTED, But No Outsiders Allowed to Witness the Ceremonies, THE KEW DEPARTURE CRITICISED The Harmonists, or Economies, cele brated the eighty-fifth anniversary of their establishment at Economy yesterday, and though it may hare been and doubtless was an enjoyable festival for the members of the society, it was a grievous disappointment to many outsiders who went to witness the pro ceedings possibly to share the good cheer which loaded the tables in the Town Hall. The only resource was to inspect the trimmed grapevines which climb overall the houses in this quaint old village, and listen to the swallows "twittering from the straw-built shed," for the elders of the society had decreed that aside from members and employes, there should be no admission, except to the religious services in the chapel in the forenoon, and as these were conducted in German, they did not greatly edify some of the attendants. Presi dent Henrici preached, but those who heard and could understand insisted that he did sot go much out of his ordinary gait, further than to appropriately allude to the day and its associations. A few minutes before 1 o'clock p. 21. the chapel bell gave the signal to repair to the Town Hall, and soon from every direction could be seen old men and maidens, young men and children, from the venerable octo genarian of stately presence and great breadth of beam to the prattling baby, crowding to the feait of fat things, of wine on the lees. ONLT FOB THE ELECT. But all save the society and its employes were confronted at the door by a constable, who said he had orders to keep all strangers out, and he seemed to get especial gratifica tion from executing his authority on news paper men. An attempt was made to push past him, and beard some of the elders in their den, but they shook off all attempts impatiently and deigned not to assign any reason. Even Mrs. Jacob Henrici, niece by marriage of President Henrici, was not allowed admis sion, though her son is a member of the Economite Brass Band, and she wanted to hear him play. Mrs. Henric;'s husband holds a responsible position in Park Broth ers' steel works. All that could be learned from the out side was that Dr. Benjamin Feicht and wife, Henry Peicht and wife, John Duss and wife, Julius Stictel and wife and step daughter. Birdie, the latter 18 years of age, C. Hermandoffer and wife, Mrs. Hoerr, Henrv Fisher, Jacob Nichols, H. Miller, Ed Kellman, Plausius Platz and Sigmund Suelvater, who signed the book on Thurs day, were fully received into the society yesterday, the visible sign being the break ing of bread with the members. This, it was explained, was not the communion, but, nevertheless, a solemn.ceremony. JJEAL FESTIVITIES BEGIK. Up to 12:40 P. M. the proceedings did not greatly interest the young blood of Enonomy, but when the tap ol the chapel bell sounded and an equally mixed sedate and de'l-may-care expression of countenance was manifest on the faces ot an eighth of an acre of physiognomy, lads and lasses comincjas near Kicking up their heels in rolicking dissipation as they were known to do in Economy. In the eyes of sin sers, however, it was grotesquely doxological, though the close observer could see that the pulses of these demure lads and lasses beat as violently as they ever do in worldly circles. They were bovs and girls of 18 to 25 years, were flesh and blood, and mighty healthy flesh and blood at that. The music was good, and mirth was hearty in the hall, though not fast nor furi ous. So much could be gathered from the outside. It was like the Sunday-fiddle music played by the ungodly in strong Sab batarian rural districts when the fiddle bridge is lowered to subdue sound. The elders, male and female, enjoyed the pastime in their Etaid way fully as much as the youngsters, but the 1798 or 1805 style of hat worn by the men and the costume of the mothers in Israel, suggested a picture, if such were possible, of a picnic gotten up expressly by "the Plymouth Bock pilgrims or the first residents of New Amsterdam. Everything about the costume of the elders denoted comfort of the broad-gauge kind, except the hats, which certainly would be more comfortable if reduced about 75 per cent in dimensions. tVTLIi "WEAK THAT HAT. A Gentile without the court, speaking of the headgear, stated that a lately elected superintendent made a strenuous fight against wearing the distinctive tile, but was forced to succumb. President Henrici spoke briefly of the history, growth and objects of the society. The musical programme of the afternoon was under the charge of Prof. Jacob Kohr, di rector, and Mr. Ernest Woefel, and was well rendered. It consisted of an overture, "Mast," bv Hermann; medley, "American Melodies," Bever; selection from "Martha," Ott's Orchestra, Flotow; selec tion, "Musicanten Buf," Walston; selection from "Die Zauberfloete," Young Band; sere nade. "With the Aneels," Youne Band: se lection, Domroeschen, Bach; quartet con cert, Kiesler; medley of plantation songs, Contreno; waltz, "Aus Schoener Zeit," Bixner. Keporters felt as though thev had found an oasis when they struck Prof. Bohr after the afternoon festivities had subsided. He car ried them vi et armis to his residence, near by, and those who feared not to look on the wine when it gave its color in the cnp soon forgot the discomforts of cold feet and the eager and nipping blast that had toyed with their noses all aiter noon. Prof. Bohr subsequently took them through the assembly hall, where maid and matron were getting ready another lunch for the evening, of the most substantial character. It was composed of wheat bread, rye bread, sweet cakes, sauer kraut, soup, rice and mountains of roast .beet, but no pastry. The Ecocomites steer clear of dyspepsia, and they demon strated their ability to endure fatigue by being as fresh at 6o'clock in the evening as at 5 o'clock in the morning, when the fes tivities began. A MATTEK OF PRECAUTION. The spigot had been removed Irora a 44 gallon cask of wine, and an old lady ex plained that it was thonght best to do so, lest some of the boys misht forget them selves. No one but an Economite would have thought such precaution necessary. Not that the physique of the young people denoted an excess of devotional feel ing, but even hilarity was qualified by a subdued expression, as though they culti vated thorns in the flesh, whose presence might continually remind them ot the straight and narrow way. Bat, thoagh the Harmonists could not be induced to fellowship with the outside world yesterday, nor give any iniormation regarding prospects or the experiment of admitting fresh blood, some outside tbe pale were free in the expression of belief that tbe admission of new members would work mischief when the strong rule of Mr. Henrici ended. One man said: "I could sake 110,000 by joining the society, if I ASTING FUN chose. I could force it within a year to buy me out and get rid of me at that price." SOME OTHEE VIEWS. Another said: "Some people will make trouble before long. This admission of married people is a relaxing, of the rules that will be taken advantage of and it is the beginning of the end. Mark my words. There will be a dissolution be fore many years, or the society will be forced to buy some people off, as it did that famous Count and his party, years ago." Another said the married people admitted would net be forced to live a life of celibacy. The members refused to dis cuss the matter, so their views on this head were not ascertained. Dr. Feicht, one of the new members, was once connected with the society and its phv sician, but grew tired of the restraint, and married. It is said he has stated that he made a mistake; not that he regrets his mar riage, but thinks he fell short of his duty. But this may be but talk. Some of the new members bring considerable wealth into the organization. Mr. and Mrs. Hermandoffer have considerable property in Beaver Falls. STAGE CAKPENTER KEED'S DEATH Cnmcd by Pneumonia and a Fall of n Year Ago. Edward Beed, stage carpenter of the Opera House, died at the Mercy Hospital yesterday at 10 A. . His death was the result of a combination of ailments. On January 6 of last year Mr. Beed, while working on the stage, fell through a trap, head first, to the boilers below, a distance of 30 feet He was believed to be fatally in jured at the time, but recovered, and in a lew weeks was able to resume work, al though still a very weak man. He never regained perfect health, and some weeks ago was attacked by the grip, which de veloped into pneumonia, with which he suffered until Friday last, when his condi tion became so serious that he was removed to the institution named, where he died yes terday as stated. The doctors agreed that although the main cause of his demise was undoubtedly the disease mentioned it was materially assisted by his weakened condition, resulting from the accident a year ago. He had no rela tives in this city, but a brother, who lives in North Andover, Mass., was informed of his death by telegraph, and will arrive in the city to-day. The body may be removed there for interment. A SCOTCH TEA. West End Natives of tfae Highland Bad n GoodTlmr. A Scotch tea was given at the Eleventh TJ. P. Church, "West End, on Friday even ing. A large number were present, and the affair was a success, the evening being a pleasant one. An excellent musical and literary programme, all Scotch, was given, followed by refreshments. The Bev. E. B. Donehoo opened with prayer. The enter tainment was devoted to Scotch airs and pieces, and was novel and pleasing. Those taking part were Thomas Kane, William Lockhart, W. B. McNaughton, Adam Brockie, Charles McNaughton, Mr. Dalzell, Dr. J. A. Calboon, Miss Annie Brockie, Miss Jeanet McCallam and Mrs. Dr. Miller.; THE MECHANICS PARADE. It 1 Estimated From 12,000 to 15,000 Men Will be in Line. The arrangements for the parade of the American Mechanics next Saturday, have been nearly completed, and it is estimated that from 12,000 to 15,000 men will be in line. The railroads have issued reduced ratex, and this will bring large crowds from the surrounding country. The celebrated Canton Band will head the column. The Executive Committee has sent out a circular to the business men and manufac turers, requesting them to suspend business on Saturday as far as practicable, in order that their employes may have an oppor tunity to participate in the parade. K0 ROOM FOR KEW GRATES. Spaco for Sopnlloro Becoming Very Scnrco In tbe Conn try. Undertaker Curry yesterday placed the new Coraopolis cemetery. It seems that there is a dearth of cemetery room in that part of the country and 21 bodies are to be removed from the Sharon and Forest Grove graveyards. The former is so closely packed that to get any more bodies in they'must be placed on top of each other. Space for sepulture becoming so scarce in this country may prove a strong argument in favor of cremation ere long. IT WILL BE ON THDRSDAT. The Eneine Test Ordered for That Date br Major McCnndlesn. Major W. G. McCandless received a tele gram from Julian Kennedy, yesterday, ap pointing Thursday, February 20, as the date for tbe engine test. As this is the date for the opening of the Carnegie Library, it will give President Harrison an opportunity to niaEe a practical inspection of the fire re sources of Pittsburg and Allegheny. It is definitely settled that all the judges can attend on that date, so there will be no excuse lor further postponement. WALKED ON THE WATER. An Exhibition That Drew a Bis Crowd to the River's Edge. Prof. Alphonse King created a furore along the Allegheny river front yesterday afternoon by crossing the stream twice below the Sixth street bridge on a water bicycle. He then fixed his feet in small canoes and in that way "walked" on the water for about 200 feet, from one barge to another. The latter feat was performed Jnear shore, where there was no current The professor's contortions to keep his equilibrium were more emphatic than graceful. A Wedding Anniversary. Bev. John Hoerr, formerly of the South- side, and a brother of Assistant Assessor Philip Hoerr, now a German Lutheran minister in Baltimore, will celebrate the twenty-fifth anniversary of his wedding to day. He was married to a Miss Neumann, ol this city. Mr. Philip Hoerr was to have attended, but is detained by the death of Mrs. John Bradley. WHAT PEOPLE ARE DOING. Some Wbo Travel, Some Who Do Not, and Others Wbo Talk. Frank B. Atkinson, the son of Thomas Atkinson, ot Allegheny, is one of the three boys admitted from this connty to the new trainmc shin, Saratoga, at Philadelphia. He writes to his rather that be is delighted with the ship and the school. Miss Mollie Levy, of Federal street, and Miss Lillian Burkhardt, of Wylie avenue, went to Canonsbnrg last evening to take part in tbe Royal Arcanum entertainment in tbe Opera Bouse there. A. B. Eeid, of Clarion, Pa., who has qualified as an attorney in Pittsburg, moved yesterday to the larger field of operations. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Bankin and Misses Jessie and Nellie Rankin left last even ing for Florida, J. B. Alexander and L. M. Sutton, of Washington, are registered at the Seventh Avenne Hotel. Hon. J. T. Petty, editor and proprietor of the Daily Newt, Fremont, O., is in the city on business. J. H. Osmer, a Franklin oil man, is stopping at the Hotel Schlnsser. M. Gatens, of the First ward, departed last evening for the East. W. E. "Wilson, of Harrisburg, is a guest at the Duquesne. Dr. B. M. Hakxa. Eye, ear, nose and throat diseases exclusively. Office, 718 Penn street, Pittsburg, Pa. g&su THE. - BIGGER AND BETTER. Prospects for an Endowment Fund for the Allegheny Free Library THAT MAY EXCEED $200,000. A Citizens' Meeting Called for to Receive Subscriptions. PITTSBORG'S GIFT TO BE INCREASED The identity of the Allegheny gentlemen who propose to give $110,000 to endow the Carnegie Free Library is likely to be re vealed at a mass meeting of Allegheny citi zens, to be held next Tuesday evening in Allegheny. The proposed mass meeting is in line with the strong under-current which is now setting In in favor of -the permanent control of the free library and Carnegie Hall by citizens instead ot politicians. The promoters of this movement to secure this public expression ol opinion are the leading citizens of Allegheny, and it is expected that the fruits of the gathering will be the raising of a large sum of money, condi tional upon the change of base in Councils from the ground at present occupied. Mr. Uttilles Baird, of 209 North avenue, made the original suggestion of a mass meet ing of citizens to deal with the question of endowing the library. All whom be en countered yesterday waxed enthusiastic, and it was finally decided last nieht that the best plan would 'be to enlist The Dispatch's services in the matter of announcing the meeting and arousing and concentrating public interest in the matter,. WHERE 'TWILL BE HELD. It was hoped that the meeting could be held in Carnegie Hall, but as the entire building will be in tbe hands of the cleaners and devoted to the preparations for Presi dent Harrison's visit and formal opening, it was deemed inadvisable to even request the use of the hall from the Carnegie Free Library Commission. A member of the commission when appealed to suggested that the meeting be held in Common Council chamber, and, if no obstacles intervene, tbe meeting will be accordingly held at 8 o'clock next Tuesd y evening, provided tbe city authorities will allow the use of the chamber. Mr. Baird was disinclined to appear as an exponent of his own ideas when seen yes terday, but finally consented to be quoted at some length. He said: "I have seen the various checks alluded to by Mr. Arthur Kennedy, last evening, at the session of the Allegheny City Property Committee; in fact, we examined them together. Further more, I know of a number of men who will come forward with substantial gifts if the future control of the building be vested in a committee in which citizens predomi nate. "I will myself give for the- endowment of the free library as much as any other single citizen of Allegheny. I suggested a mass meeting of citizens interested in the future of that noble set of buildings given us by Mr. Andrew Carnegie for two reasons: TWO EEASONS FOE IT. "First, it seems necessary to show to our representatives in Council what the real sen timent of the citizens in the matter of per manent control of the building really is. Secondly, to give Allegbenians an oppor tunity to show how much they appreciate Mr. Carnegie's generosity by emulating it. "From what I have been able to gather it will be possible to raise $200,000 in hard cash to endow and establish the library the moment that an ordinance is adopted giving control and management to the citizens. Such a possibility must 'certainly carry weight with it, and commend itself to the community. "Compare the plans so far advanced. The ordinance framed for adoption by Councils provides for $25,000 to be expended the first year, with no mention of any subsequent amounts; but any sunt raised by Councils must be levied upon tbe people and all the people, both-rich and poor. The burden must fall upon all alike, and compe tent judges say that $250,000 must be ex pended to completely equip the library. On the other hand, it is'an assured fact that the wealthier citizens of Allegheny are both able and willing to shoulder this large sum and save the people every dollar, so far as the books are concerned. "If, iu the face of these liberal and public-spirited intentions, Councils should im pose such a heavy burden of taxation upon the people, the accounts might be balanced at the polls. If the Allegheny Councilmen desire to emulate the spirit which has actu ated Mr. Carnegie, and which will develop among our wealthier citizens, it is not a great sacrifice to allow the building to be controlled oy citizens. MOTIVES MISCONSTRUED. 'It is these silly flings at 'aristocracy' and the 'Allegheny Four Hundred' which tend to make men of wealth hesitate when it comes to giving for the benefit of the public, for fear their motives are going to be mis construed. Mr. Carnegie so plainly indi cated his own wishes in the terms attached to his offer to Pittsburg that it is a matter for wonder that there are any citizens in either Pittsburg or Allegheny who either can mis understand or choose to misunderstand what should be done. "I would suggest that every citizen who chooses to contribute to the free library book fund indicate for what purposes the amounts should be expended. For instance, my hobby is mechanical literature, other men may believe in fiction, biography, history, art, science, natural science, or .modern languages. Each section in the magazines could be noted in the catalogue a: the contribution of the donor, thus preserving an accurate record of gifts and their scope and character. "All I have said is simply in the line of suggestion, but I think we cannot do too much to excite interest in such a magnificent addition to our city as the Carnegie Free Library constitutes. A lively and well attended citizens' meeting Upon the subject cannot fail to be productive of good." FOE THE FORMAL OPENING. The traces of the five days' occupancy of the Carnegie Free Library will be carefully obliterated by a small regiment of workers, beginning to-morrow. Preparations are to be most elaborate for the event of Thursday. I It transpires that Mr. Carnegie desired, to give an elaborate banquet to his guests in the free library, but tbe prospect of 1,200 covers was slightly appalling and the idea was reluctantly abandoned. The interior of Carnegie Hall will proba bly be decorated with national colors." The oricinal programe will be adhered to, with additions in the shape of several brief ad dresses by John H. Bicketson and others. The change in the date 1tas necessitated the withdrawal of the original invitation cards, and new ones are in process of issuance. The following Associated Press telegram shows that Mr. James G. Blaine will make good his promise given to Mr. Andrew Car negie upward of two months since: Secretary Blainewill probably be tbe only member of the Cabinet who will accompany the President to Pittsburg, the 19tb inst., to attend the dedicatory exercises of tbe Carnegie library. While In Pittsburg the President and Mr. Blaine will bo the guests qf. Mr. Uarncgie at the Duquesne Club and a reception in honor of the distinguished gnests is on the pro gramme. A number of delegates tp the Pan- American uoncress nave aio Dcen invited to attend the ceremonies and it is likely that a special train over the Pennsylvania road will conveythe guests to the scene of festivities. Mr. Carnegie has been at ihe Norraandie for several days past making arrangements for the trip and all tbe details for the journey have been completed. Mr. Carnegie returned to his home in New York yesterday but will accompany the Presidental partv from Washington to Pittsburg. Hon. Elijah Halrord, will be one ol the party. No ladies will come how ever, owing to the recent afflictions within the official circles. $2,000,000 FROM MR. CARNEGIE. Strong Indication That the Original Gift to Pittsburg Will be Doubled1'. Within Hie last 24 hours rumors hare V try Q' T ;?? . - - .y, PITTSBTJRQ - , XHBPATCH. been in circulation that Mr. Carnegie in tended to add a sum ranging in amount from $1,000,000 to 51,500,000 to the gift re cently offered to Pittsburg for free library purposes. Mr. James B. Scott was seen yesterday and asked his opinion of the matter. He smiled and said that everything talked about could not be true. After some further questioning Mr. Scott said: "You may say that there are strong and almost positive intimations that Mr. Car negie will expend a much larger sum in his Pittsburg Free Library plan than tbe mini mum sum indicated in his communication ,to Councils. The deliberations and recommendations of the Pittsburg Commission will have great weight with him. uut Mr. uarnegie is too well used to speak for himself to require anyone's services in the role of an analyzer of his intentions. He may take a notion to completely equip the buildings, but what he does will be largely contingent upon the reception his initial gift meets with at the hands of Councils and the public." Mr. Scott would neither affirm nor deny the report that he was to become the Chair man of the Building Committee of the Pitts burg Commission. It is understood, how ever, that Mr. Andrew Carnegie desires that Mr. Scott should become the superintendent of construction upon the building and its branches. A TAILOR'S tLAlST. Plttabnrgrra Won't Spoil Good Clothe In Rainy Weather. This has been the winter of the tailors' discontent, and it is not made glorious by the appearance of shining shekels. Tbe thread wielders as a class are adding their plaints to the wails of tbe coal men, and the open weather is the cause of all tbe trouble. Big stocks of heavy goods are still lying on counters in many of the tailoring establish ments waiting for the buyers that never came. And now, too, is the usual dull,sea son when no more winter clothing is bought, and it is too early for light coats and spring trousers. Said a tailor last night: "This has been a rough winter on the craft. The weather was so warm that only light goods were sold, and the heavy stock 'is on our hands. To make matters worse, It rained all the time. and people wore their old clothes'. No man is going to spoil a good suit in Pitts burg mud, and tbe outcome , is that less clothes were purchased. The tailors, how ever, are hoping to do a better business iu the spring. This sort of weather, and the dull trade can't continue lorever." THE RUSSIAN TRAVELER. George Kennnn to Lecture on Siberian Teat Life and Husalan Exile. ' George Kennan, the Bussian traveler, is well and favorably known. His heroic work in Siberia has gained for him a world wide reputation. In this city, where he is to give two lec tures next week at Old City Hall, the in terest in his work has been unbounded, and there is a certainty that a great audience will greet him on each occasion. On Tues day evening next he will lecture on "Tent Life in Eastern Siberia," and on Wednes day evening on "Bussian Political Exiles," the latter lecture being illustrated with many graphic stereopticon pictures. These lectures are under the auspices of the Press Club, whose well-known popular policy of low prices will be, as heretofore, laithinlly adhered to. The seats are 75 and SO cents, and are now readv at Kleber's. A BALMY CLIME OF NO ATAIL. Bishop O'Connor Return In a Yery En feebled Condition. Bishop O'Connor, in company with Mother Sebastian and Sister Katherine, arrived here this morning from Florida, where he had been spending some months in the vaia hope ot gaining health and strength. He is a brother of Bishop Dominick O'Connor, by whom he was ordained in this city. He was for some time President of St. Michael's Theological Seminary at Glenwood. The Bishop is suffering from consumption and is in an exceedingly enfeebled condi tion, his extreme weakness requiring the use of an invalid chair when being moved from the depot to the carriage. He was taken to the Mercy Hospital. AN ARTIST TRAVELS. III. B. LeUicr, of Ibis City on tbe Wny to Rome and Florence. M. B. Leisser, the well-known artist of this city, who has been in Europe for the past three years and a half, writes to his brother in this city, that he is at present journeying by easv stages through southern France, on his way to Florence, Italy, from whence he will proceed to Borne for a short stay among the art treasures there, and ex pects to reach this country again in the lat ter part of the spring. Mr. Leisser's return is looked forward to with interest by his many friends in this city. LOCAL ITEMS, LIMITED. Incident of a Day la Two Clile Condensed for Ready Reading. Death, by suicide, was rendered in the case of Herbert Boosegen, who cut his throat at Scottdale on Wednesday. Accidental death was tbe verdict in the cases of George Bender, killed at Jones & Laughllns', and George Dewensky, killed at Lucy Furnace. Inspector George McCutcheon, who has been on tbe lookout for diseased cattle at tbe Central Stockyards reports tbai only the very best of Indiana, Texas and Ohio cattle are be ing receiveoVand cases of animals afflicted with disease of any kind are very rare Indeed. Johh Rooney. a bricklayer, was struck by a train on the .Pennsylvania Railroad, near Braddock, last evening, while walking on the railroad track. His left leg was severely crushed. Tbe Injured man was brought to the West Penn Hospital. Miss Foster and Jonah Bonghton will ad dress a temperance meeting to-night tn the Moorhead building, corner Second avenue and Grant street, under tbe auspices of the Moot hgadW. C.T. U. Frank Utz and Margaret Holmes, inmates of the Allegheny Poorhouse. died therb yester day morning. The latter wss 79 years old. and had been an inmate ol the institution since August 6, 1859. Oscar Beos sou, employed at Oliver Bros. fe Phillips mill. Woods' Bun, fell from a scaffold, yesterday morning, to the ground, a distance of 20 feet. Uis leg was broken in two places. Doc" Bennett was hit on tbe head aDd severely cnt by a stone thrown through a class door by one of a drunken sang who had been ejected from tbe Erlo Hotel, Allegheny, l;st nlgbt. John Allen, tbe coal miner, fully identified tbe men and women whom he charged with robbing bim on a jo-boat at tbe hearing yester- uay, anu iney were neiuior court. The name W. 8. Stewart appeared in last Sunday's Dispatch as the hero of an elope ment at Braddock. This is not tbe well-known Dr. W. S. Stewart of that city. John Moban was brought to the Riverside Penitentiary, yesterday, from Mercer county. He Is sentenced to serve a year and three months on a charge of larceny. The Carriage and Wagon Makers' Union of Allegheny county, of tbe American Federation of Labor, will meet In Imperial Ball next Tues day evening at 7:30 o'clock. Fua sk Swab and John Luces were arrested last night.! or mauling each other in a political quarrel. They were both lodged in the Seven teenth ward polico station. John Rodwanskt and JobnMichlush were, yesterday, committed to jail by 'Squire Hoitz rnan. of Braddock, on a charge of larceny, by Charles Cohen. The Braddock Wire Company will remove their office to this city shortly to enable them to transact their growing 'business with more facility. Companies B and C, of tbe Eighteenth Regi ment, will hold .elections to till the vacant Captaincies on February 25 and 23. A VALUABLE silver watch and 3 belonging to x boarder tn the house of A. Eilgenstein were stolen yesterday afternoon. ' Allegheny em's employes were paid off yesterday. ' The payroll footed upK0,OS - - v J""'?-, SUNDArTt'JiEBEXTAHTv-r THE PLUMS TO PICK. Speculation on Appointments Under Allegheny's Next Mayor. WHO'LL GO IN IF WYMAN DOES. Some Red Hot Political Encounters In Pittsburg Primaries. EXCITING WIHD0P OP THE CAMPAIGN Allegheny politicians were engaged yes terday in discussing the results of the primary elections of Friday. While City Hall men were generally "smiling, there were many uneasy countenances around the Mayor's office and police headquarters. Mr. Wyman, the Republican nominee, visited the hall during the forenoon, hobbling upon his crutches. He was compelled to shake hands with a great many enthusiastic patriots who are looking for places or favors. Mr. Wyman said that had he been able to get out and work prior to the primaries he believed that he would have carried the Second ward. That was the only ward he did not carry. He is sanguine of election; in fact, has no doubt of success. He will, however, do all the work he can until the polls close. Mr. Wyman appears to be a master in the art of politics. The knowledge which he displayed of the situation in every election district astonished his most intimate friends. In advance he predictedwhatthevote would. be in any given district, and the results at the Friday primary confirmed to a wonder ful degree his knowledge of the minutia of Allegheny politics. MATOE PEARSOH IN LINE. Mayor Pearson yesterday morning an nounced his support of the nominee, and said that he would do all he could to help. A number of the strongest supporters of Councilman Bader visited City Hall yester day and announced their allegiance to the nominee. A few Cruikshank men did the same thing, but there is an expectation that some of Cruikshank's supporters, who be long to the "silk stocking'' element of the party, will vote for Stayton. The Republi can party workers say that the dissatisfied citizens will not be sufficiently numerous to do any material injury. Mr. Stayton him self continues to work very hard, and his friends claim that he has a chance to win. They will make all they can out of what ever dissatisfaction exists in the Republican party. The election takes place Tuesday, and the officeholders actual and officeholders expec tant are discussing the probable changes in the event of Mr. Wyman's election. The Mayor has the appointmeut of the Mavor's clerk, at 51,200 a year, the Chief of Police at 51,500 a year, four detectives at 51,000 a year, the ordinance officer and nearly 100 policemen at $912 a year. John Murphy, at present detective, and formerly chief un der Mr. Wyman, is slated for Chief of Po lice, to succeed Simon Kirschler. SOME BUMOBED CHANGES. It is reported that William Eichenlaub will be dropped from the list of detectives. nis triends yesterday denied that he had worked for Cruikshank. For his position James A. Steele is a candidate. Mr. Steele was formerly a detective under Mr. Wyman, and since then has been a deputy sheriff. Detectives John Glenn aud Samuel McClure are believed to be secure. Their work is highly spoken of by city officials. There are many applications for the position of ordinance officer, which is considered a sinecure. Henry Hnnneshagen, the Mayor's Clerk, is almost certain to be retained. He occupied that place under Mr. Wyman formerly. When Mr. Pearson went into of fice, in 1887, he appointed John B. Bothwell to the position. It was not long until it was deemed necessary to recall Mr. Hnn neshagen. It is probable that the incoming Mayor will have several other very important ap pointments to make before tbe year is out, As soon as the new census shows Allegheny to possess a population of at least 100.000, it will become a city of the second class. New offices will then be created. The contest for Alderman in the Twelfth ward did not take place at the primary on Friday. Alderman Brinker had no opposi tion tor renomination. W. F. Eisenbeis, the East street druggist, and Tucke, the tobacconist, will run as independent candi dates at the election on Tuesday. THE OFFICIAL TOTE. The Allegheny City Returning Board met in Common Council chamber last night. Major A. J. Pentecost, the Chairman, was assisted by Hugh Kennedy, Esq., and Sid ney Brauff, who acted as Secretary. The total vote ot the three Mayoralty can didates was as follows: J. G. Wyman, 4,920; W. A. Cruikshank, 2,545; William Bader, 1,406. The proceedings of the meeting were extremely quiet, and not more than a dozen men were present, let alone a representative of each candidate. TEI-C0RNEEED POLITICS. A Town That Cnn.Get Dp Contests on Other Thnn Party Line. In no other place in the county is there a strongerinterest taken in politics, or, rather, in municipal rule, than in Coraopolis. The cause is the trouble experienced during the past four years in getting tbe autonomy of the borough in shape. It is not the triumph of party that is fought for, but the success of measnres looking to better borough regula tions, roads, etc. These considerations have subordinated party to such an extent that a straight borough ticket, either Bepublican or Democratic, is no longer thought of, nor can even a straight Bepublican ticket be elected, though th place is 75, possibly 80, per cefit Bepublican. But while not fought on party lines, the contests are fully as bit ter as the one now waged in this C'ty, and are likely to continue so until certain yearly recurring exasperations are polished to smoothness. This year there is a three-cornered fight on hand, and the question of whisky or no whisky has entered into it, and the contest is more variegated than ever. The follow ing ticket has been placed in nomination, and without disparagement to any other that may be placed in the field, it may be said to reflect the view of a large proportion of those who foot the bills. The nominators have christened it "Citizens' Ticket:" Bur gess, A. McCabe; Council, J. H. McAdams, C. G. Scharpf; School Directors, George Ferrell, Bev. William C. Neely and George Magnus. Though tbe personnel of this ticket is almost entirely Bepublican, some of its stanchest backers are stiff Democrats. POLITICS IN TAB DABK. The Gn Turned Off During a Hot Debate In tbe Frnuklln School. The colored club called the Laboring Men's Political and Protective Association met last night in the Franklin School to talk politics. Speeches for Bailey were made by Andrew Walker and Ajax Jones, while Bicbard Keys supported Gourley. A great clamor arose, which prevented further elo quence. Iu the confusion the lights were turned out, when a general scramble for the door took place. After some time the gas was relighted, order was restored, and a motion to indorse Gourley was declared by Chairman Wilki son to be carrieai Nnm1e tbe Lender; The Bepnblicans of the Sixth ward held their primary last night at the Sixth ward school house and nominated John Enrich and Harry Kewlin for Common Conncil without opposition; William Martin and S. B, Charters, School Directors; John L. Hamilton, Assessor, and Michael Hughes, Constable. 'm 16. 1890.' A VERT HOT TIME. Political Argument Tint Led lo Blows Black JKye and Broken Head la Ihe Fourth Ward A Fanny Tims In tbe Eighth Ward. Last night the political exigencies of the situation crowded not alone the two head quarters but also the streets with the ener getic ward workers. Some few occurrences, such as the capturing of a polling place by the friends of Candidate Knowlan, for Al derman, in the Eighth ward, and the board ing up of the doors and window. A small riot occurred in the Fourth ward school house, in which the benches, black eyes and other testimonials of mutual es teem were plentifully distributed. Mass meetings added to the hilarity of he occa sion. The W. B. Ford Fife and Drum Band serenaded the Bepublican headquarters aud marched through the principal streets, mak ing music for the million. The County Democracy last night, as well as the Ban dall Club, held meetings and made prepa rations to attend the polls on Tuesday and act in pursuance of the agreement made by the joint committee on behalf of their re spective clubs last Wednesday night. The most earnest work was done on both sides and the best licks put in for the tickets in tbe field. Taking it altogether, there was a very hot time, eyen for Saturday night, in Pittsburg. Tntem to Ran Independently. A meeting of the citizens of the First ward, Allegheny, wis held at Alderman Tatem's office last night. S. V. McCand less presided, and J. L. McDowell acted as secretary. Speeches were made by Captain Borers, George H. Hubley and others in favor of 'Squire Tatem running for Alder man as an independent, on the ground that he was not fairly defeated for the nomination. This course was decided upon. Eleventh Boor Remits. The Fourteenth ward Bepnblicans held their primary yesterday and nominated W. A. Magee, W. A. Shannon and L. T. Brown withont opposition for Common Council; Select Council, John Anderson; Alderman, Charles Kaltenhauser; School Directors, J. J. Booth and John Aufder heide; Constable, J. G. Jones; Assessor, Jacob Josephs. An Open Air Meeting. A meeting in the interest of the Demo cratic city and ward tickets was held last evening on Penn avenue, in front of George J. Free's house. As far as reported, this was the only open air meeting held during this campaign. The speakers talked from a wagon to a noisy crowd. Brief addresses, denouncing the police,, were made by Will iam J. Brennen, William Beardon,' J. D. Bamsey and Patrick Foley. Political Note. George H. Treuscii was indorsed by the Democratic snggestion meeting in the Fourth ward schoolhoose last night for Select Coun cil. The Democrats of the Thirty-first ward held a mass meeting last evening, at which a series of resolutions were passed heartily indorsing Judge Bailey for Mayor. A Democratic mass meeting was held in Lawrenceville last night, addressed by Judge Bailey, District Attorney Bicbard Johnston, W. J. Brennen and others. John Gibbons and J. J.King are yet un decided which got the Democratic nomination for Common Council in the Fourth ward last night. Both will be in the field on Tuesday. Samuel F. Kebb appears to have the in side track for the position of Alderman In the Fifteenth ward, as his friends are working hard in his behalf, and his personal popularity will make him a sure winner in their estima tion. Mb. George N.Munbo, candidate for Select Council from the Twenty-eighth ward, wishes it distinctly understood that be has not, with drawn from the contest. The report, he says, originated with and was circulated by bis op ponents. The Bepnblicans of the Twenty-fifth ward held their primary yesterday and nominated for Comn-on Council, Thomas Wallace; School Directors, Captain M. M. Felker and John Shook: Assessor, Gordon Stewart; Constable, Clinton Faulkner. The Twenty-third ward Republicans met last night in primaries, and named Dr. C. Evans, for Select Council; Emil Entzmau, for Common; J. W. Eckley, School Director; John L. Moore, Alderman; John A. Sergeant, As sessor; James Williamson, Constable. Overseers were appointed yesterday by Judges Ewing and Magee for the Second and Fourth districts ot the Fifteenth ward; on re quest of W.D.Porter. Esa.. and W. J. Bren nen, the court gTanted overseers for the First, Second and Third districts of the First ward. The Democrats of tbe Thirty-fifth ward held meetings last night and indorsed A. C. Robert son for Select Council; Samuel McCombs for Common, wbo is opposing George Holllday: P. II. Bnckly and Ueorce A. Johnston. School Directors; William Bond, Assessor, and John Mooney, Constable. The Seventh ward Democrats met in the Franklin Street School House last night and nominated: School Director, Peter Dnffy; Assessor. Wm. Schoriner; Constable. Patrick Boyle. No nominations were made for Com mon Council, and it was also determined not to indorse the Bepublican nominees, Harvey Lowry and W. J. Kennedy. The Republican primaries in the Third ward last evening named for Alderman, John Gripp; Common Council, John Groetzinger School Directors, Dr. W. H. McKelvy and O. S. McBwaine; Assessor, Chirles Cappel; Con stable, R. C. Reynolds. There Was a lively fight for the Common Council nomination, but John Groetzinger won by a good majority. ON THE WEST PENN. Several Fast Trnin to be Fat on the Road In tbe Spring:. Mr. J. B. Hutchinson, the new superin tendent or tbe West Penn road, is proving himself to be a man of great energy. He formerly bad charge of the Altoona division of the Pennsylvania road. Mr. Hutchinson is determined to.put tbe tracks of the West Penn road into such shape that a high rate of speed can be attained. The grading for the double track as far as the Allegheny river is about completed, and the rails will soon be laid. It is not the intention to double-track the entire road at once, as has been reported. A little will be done at a time. Between the main line and the Ft. Wayne road the West Penn is often taxed bevond its capac ity. Mr. Hutchinson intends to change tbe passenger schedules in the spring, and one of the thinzs contemplated is the introduc tion of several fast trains. The patrons of the road will welcome all such innovations. THEIR ANNUAL FAST. Member of the Delta Ton Delta Fraternity PnrtnUe of n rprrnd. The members of the Delta Tau Delta fra ternity in Western Pennsylvania held their annual feast at the Seventh Avenue Hotel last night. About 35 covers were laid and that nnmber of college men joined in the festivities. After the good things of life had been dis posed of, tbe interchange of wit was in order on tbe programme. Considerable singing was dime and many speeches were made. A most enjoyable time was the result. Mr. E. W. Day appeared to be the ruling spirit, and he was ably assisted. Communicated. Edward Kloiz for Alderman. Of all the candidates in the Twelfth ward, Allegheny, Mr. Ed Klotz is certainly the choice of the bestrlassof voters. Mr. Klotz is engaged in the confectionery business, which gives him ample means to make an honest living without the position of Alderman. He would certainly try to make his calling an honorable one and be 'a credit to the Twelfth ward. For those reasons we expect all fair-minded voters of that ward to give this matter their serious consideration, and be sure to cast their votes so as to insure his election. ,. Angostttba. Bitteks, the worlii re- 1 uumicu wuubu Auicuvau pjjcbcr-j cure J dyspepsia, etc J FEEL THEIR SHAME. Respectable Women of Allegheny Arrested in Bogg3 & Buhl's. THEIR HOUSE FULL OP DRY GOODS. A Most Pathetic Flea to the Officials to Sup press the News. RELEASED ON BAIL TILL T0-M0BR0F Mrs. Annie Gray and Miss Josephine Kennedy, sisters living at No. 172 South avenue, Allegheny.are under arrest charged with shoplifting. The arrests were made by Chief Kirschler and Detective Murphy, of the Allegheny police force, in Boggs & Buhl's large drygoods store on Federal Gray is about 40 years old, and the wile of Mr. Gray who was formerly a mem ber of the tailoring firm of Gray, Possel & Beise. Miss Kennedy is about 50 years old, and lives with Mrs. Gray and the tat ter's family of two sons and three daugh ters. Mr. Byron Boggs, the superintendent of t!-e store, saw the two women in the store about 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon, and thought he noticed one of them push a small package into her muff. He called the women Into his office and sent a message to the Mayor's office. Chief Kirschler went down and the two women were in tears. They pleaded with him not to arrest them, and Mrs. Gray offered to pay or the article they had, and to give the Chief 5100 if he would let them go. He told them he was not in that line of busi ness, and that they wonld have to go along. He took them to the office and had a woman search them. A number of combs, a pair ot corsets, a roll of several yards of table linen and a package of hat pins were found on the women. The hat pins had been bought by Mrs. Gray. WABEANTS SWOEK OUT. Chief Kirschler Immediately swore out a warrant for larceny against both women. The women told the Chief that they lived at No. 172 South avenue. He procured a search warrant and, accompanied by De tective Murphy and Byron Boggs, went to the place. In describing what he lound there last night, the Chief could not find words sufficient to enumerate all. The second floor of the house contains a wide hall and two clothes presses in it were examined. They were packed full of boxes that had evidently never been opened. They held dozens and dozens of gloves, handker chiefs, ladies and men's mufflers, boxes of combs, corsets and numerous other small articles. Three rooms on the same floor con tained more or less stuff that was packed away in bureaus and cupboards, and all of which was brand new. The room on tbe third floor is a large attic, and here the Chief and his com panions were literally dumfounded at the discovery they made. The room was full of an indiscriminate lot of goods, all packed away in large and small boxes and sewed up in bags. It was nearly impossible to move around in the place on account of the quantities of goods. There were bolts of silks and velvets, rolls of carpets, oil cloth and linoleum, laces, linens, embroideries, 20 ladies' handsatchels, about 75 bats, trimmed and untrimoied, ribbons, manicure sets of ivory and silver, and, in fact, almost everything imaginable. Alarge box was found to contain some handsome jewelry, several bracelets, rings and pins that were all of value. THE 'WOBK OF YEABS. Mr. Boggs, in looking about, found two black lynx muffs and a lynx collar, worth about 540, that he identified as belonging to his firm and appropriated. Some of the boxes were 'thick with dust, that apparently had been accumulating for a number of years. The idea of the police is that the work of getting all of the stuS must have been going on for years. Mr. Boggs gave it as his opinion that there was in sieht anywhere from 55,000 to 53,000 worth of goods, and an in ventory of the boxes and bags might double that amount After returning to City Hall the chief had a consultation with the women in their cells. Mrs. Gray begged him not to let it become known that she was arrested. She offered him 51,000 not to push the case and told him not to let the papers get hold of it, saying she would give the reporters 550 to keep it quiet. She alleged that her husband had bought the goods from time to time, and had a habit of buying all kinds ot articles. Her husband, however, left the city some ten years ago, and is now supposed to be in the West. W. D. Moore, Esq., who is a neighbor of Mrs. Gray, appeared at the Mayor's office as her attorney about 9 o'clock, and asked what bail was required for the women. He was told 51,000 each. AIT EXPLANATION'. Mr. Moore was acoempanied by Mrs. Gray's son, a young man oi about 22 years. He explained to the Mayor that his mother and aunt. Miss Kennedy, had a mania for patronizing auction sales, and in the oast few years had accumulated tbe large stock of goads contained in tbe house. These visitors theu went away to procure the necessary bail, and an hour later Mayor Pearson was summoned from home and re leased both women on bail for a hearing to morrow afternoon, at 4 o'clock. Another sister, Miss T. C. Kennedy, went on the bond. She also lives at No. 172 South avenue. The entire family has always enjoyed the confidence of tbe neigh bors, having lived there for many years and having an acquaintance with some of the very best families of Allegheny. Communicated. DODGER FOLEY. He Is Given Another Opportunity to Refute a Cbnllensr.. HEADQUARTritS BEFTrBMCANCrrr Executive Committee, ) PlTTSBtrRG, February 15, 1SH0. ( I'atrick Foley, Ksq., Chairman Democratic City Committee: My Deak Sik: I have received no reply from nrv third and last challenge. It is in explicable to this committee why you so studiouslv avoid a joint discussion between your candidate and our candidate. Can we not arrange for a joint discussion between your and our canaidate at Old City Hall on the evening of Monday next, upon any issue whatever. People would enjoy a discussion upon John H. Bailey's reflections upon the best government we ever had. We will gladly accent; will you do likewise? Bespectfully, CLABENCE BUBLEIGH, ' Chairman. Kemoval Price on New Spring Hodery For ladies. Beautiful new effects in striped cotton hose at 25c. worth 35c; 35c, worth 50c; 50c, worth 75c and 51. New fancy lisle hose at cost. See these. A. G. Campbeix & Sons, 710 Penn ave. Early Spring! Overcoat. To give everybody a chance to wear an early spring overcoat we have marked and put on sale for to-morrow (Monday) 480 men's overcoats, sizes from 33 to 44 breast measure, in eight different shades, at the very low price of ?5. Think or it, $5 will buy a stylish all-wool spring overcoat at our great store to-morrow. P. C. C. C. Cor. Grant and Diamond sts., opp. the new Court House. ,'" ,BemoTl Price on Ladle' Genolne BwIh Ribbed Teat, 23o and 29e. formerlv 50c: 45e. formerlv 75e: lilfe 75c, formerly 51 25; $1 75, formerly $3 25. a. w. uAJsssiii. hoS, 710 Jfcfenu av. SUSPECTED OP R0BBERT.' Three Men Released From the Workhoass and Then Rearrested. George Fisher, Edward Gallagher and Edward Courtney were released from tho workhouse yesterday morning after serving a 30 days' sentence as suspicious characters, and were immediately placed under arrest again. This trio of prisoners were arrested some time ago on the suspicion that they were implicated in the attempt to blow open the safe in the office of Mr. House, on Forbes avenue. At the time no specific evidence could be found against them, and they were sent up on the general charge of being suspicious persons. Meanwhile the case was worked up and enough facts obtained to warrant a belief that Fisher and Courtney were implicated in the attempted robbery, and that Galla gher was the man who burglarized tbe resi dence of J. Scott Ferguson, in Oakland, and took a lot of overcoats. Informations were made against them before Magistrate Gripp by Inspector McAleese yesterday, and they were committed to jail for a hear, ing on Friday. An Old Lady Severely Burned. Mrs. Mary Welsh, an old lady living on Butler street extension, was burned severely about her left side yesterday afternoon. Sha was standing near an open grate in her home, and her clothing caught fire from a spark. Before assistance reached her she was burned severely. Her recovery is I doubtful. A FEW KID GLOVE BARGAINS. Several dozen Black Kid Gloves, with colored embroidered backs, from one of the most relia ble makers, IN SIZES 5J 6, Our price bas been $1 50, we oSer them at $1. ABOUT 20 DOZEN 5-hook Kid Gloves. These are a well-known brand, and usually retail at SI 75. Ournrice bas been SI 50. Ws offer them to close this line at SI per pair. We have sizes 5Ji, 6, 7. 7K, about"25eozen 6-hook Colored and Black Kid Gloves, in full line of sizes, in Soft, reliable goods, and usually sold at 85c, W e have marked this line to close out, 60c. SPECIAL CUT IN ROOM. TRIMMING Fine Braid Sets for Ladles' Dresses marked down to about one-half former prices. Some Sets marked from $4 to $1 25. Some Sets marked from SI to 25c Very fine Cat Jet and Silk Panels for Dresses marked to about one-half former price. Entire lines of Gimps, in colors and black, re duced to bargain prices. Many ends of Fine Trimmings from 1 to 5 yards at greatly reduced prices. CLOAK ROOM BARGAINS. In our Cloak and Suit Department the knifa has been put in very deep. We are willing to make some notable losses to accommodate our new goods now rapidly coming in. BIBER & EASTON, 505 and 507 MARKET, STREET; N. B. Our importations of all-wool Challis are now npen for your inspection. India and Cbina Silks have inst arrived, and oar line at 50c and 75c is very handsome. fel5-TTSSU MARSHELL, THE CASH GROCER, WILL SAYZ YOU MONEY. BARGAINS FOR LENT. SALMON 2 CANS 25c. Whole Codfish 4c Per Pound- Boneless Codfish (lib Per Pound. Bricks) 6c i Scaled Herring 20c Per Box. We hare, of course, many other bargains suitable for tbe .Lenten season, bat these are especially worthy of yonr attention. Tbe goods are new and the prices cannot be duplicated. SWEET VALENCIA ORANGES 10 Cents. Per Dozen. One of tbe greatest bargains that ever struck this town.- Of course yoa are coming; over to tho Carnegie Library to see tbe President. You can save enough on one dozen oranges to pay your car fare. While over come and drink a cup of tea with us. It will cost you nothing. We want to show yoa that we can save you just half tho money you are paying for your tea. If yon can't come send for weekly price list and order by mail. Orders amounting to $10, withont counting sugar, packed and shipped free of charge to any point within 200 miles. Owine to the great rush of business w0 got behind in onr mail orders. We are now caught up and will endeavor to get all orders of. promptly In the future. Give me a trial I will save you money. MARSHELL, 79, 81 AND 95 OHIO ST, Cor. Sandusky, Allegheny. felS NOTICE. Our exhibition of Children's Gar-1 ments. Infants' Furnishings and Ladies Fine French Underwear, win do buowo. at the fj AJNU.itSU. nuum . ......- -rxirr-r - Oil FEBRUARY 17, 18 AND iav. We respectfully solielf a visit ox hw tpectlon. . f K. A. MORRISON 4 SONSKjj 893 Broadway and 13 East Nlnteeatb. BU ftiMia " ' i ill ?QK -JwpBf:?i V s
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