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MARCH
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N° 32 638 LONDON, TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 1889 Price: 3d. BIRTHS O n the 1st inst., at Sheerness Dockyard, the wife of CAPT. A.C. CURTIS, R.N., H.M.S. Duncan, of a son. O n the 2nd inst., at 27, Brick Street, Hyde Park, NW, the wife of LEONARD LIONEL COHEN, of a daughter. MARRIAGES O n Friday, 1st March, at St. Hilda’s, Camberwell, Miss MARY MORSTAN, daughter of the late Capt. ARTHUR MORSTAN of the 34th Bombay Infantry, and JOHN H. WATSON, M.D., of 221B Baker -Street, London. DEATHS O n the 28th Feb., suddenly, at Rosemont, Landor Road, Stockwell, ELIZABETH DIANA, widow of GEORGE LEWIS BROOKE, aged 52, (nee Campion). American papers, please copy. MISCELLANEOUS A LTAR CROSSES, Candlesticks, Vases, Flagons, Chalices, and Patens. Inspections invited. Designs free. —THOMAS WALLACE and Co., Holborn Circus. M EMORIAL BRASSES and BRONZES.— Illustrated lists, or special designs. Estimates free. S UPPLICES and CASSOCKS, both clergy and choir, ready for immediate use. Patterns and prices on application. — THOMAS WALLACE and Co. S T. BARTHOLOMEW’S HOSPITAL TRAINED NURSES’ INSTITUTION. — The public can now be supplied with thoroughly competent NURSES trained in the nursing school of St. Bartholomew’s Hospital. Apply to the Superintendent, 38, Gildspur Street, EC. M ASSAGE in SKILLED HANDS invaluable for Liver, Infantile Paralysis, Nervous Exhaustion, &c. The celebrated CHELSEA BATHS are most efficacious for Gout, Rheumatism, Corpulence. Consultation 2 till 4. Masseuses supplied. Lessons given. Stamped envelope, 48, King’s Road, SW. Also available: herb teas and other proven products for relaxation and health. PERSONAL, &C. J .V. — They were quite delightful — A. A TELEGRAM for BAYNES, from Japan, has been received by Reuters’ Telegram Company, Limited, No. 19, Fenchurch, London, EC, but cannot be delivered through INSUFFICIENT ADDRESS T EN POUNDS REWARD. — LOST, on the 1st March, at Portman rooms, a DIAMOND BROOCH, consisting of large diamond, in blue enamel setting. Whoever will take same to 2, Baron’s- court Terrace, West Kensington, shall receive the reward. H ERMANN MAX CARSSOW, of whom it is not known whether he is alive or dead, or his descendants, are hereby called upon by the undersigned to come in, duly legitimated and attested to by the German Consulate General, on or before the 1st July, 1889, in default of which the last will of Frau Rosalie Carssow, nee Fischer, deceased, shall be executed. — Nordhausen-a-H, February, 1889. — AD. HUGO FISCHER, Executor of the Testament. F OR the HONOUR of OUR ERA. — Mr. W. Kent Jordan, Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and Associate of the Institution of Civil Engineers, invites discussion of the REPORTS of the CHALLENGER EXPEDITION and of the New Principles of Natural Philosophy, the former having been misrepresented in publication to the detriment of true knowledge and honour. I f this should meet the eye of anyone possessing for sale or otherwise ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPTS of literary interest, such as letters, &c. of Samuel Johnson, Oliver Goldsmith, Burns, Garrick, Byron, George Eliot, Thackeray, &c., or any old documents relating to historical subjects or signed by historical celebrities, it is requested that details of same may be sent to Mr. Davey, the ARCHIVIST office 37, Great Russell Street, opposite the British Museum, WC. M ONEY for INFORMATION; all in strictest confidence and paid immediately. Scholarly study of London’s criminal classes. Objective and risk- free. Mail to Box 367, The Times Office, EC and I will contact you, carefully and at your convenience. ENTERTAINMENTS &C. M LLE. CLOTILDE KLEEBERG had the honour to announce that she will be giving two PIANOFORTE RECITALS, at Prince’s-hall, on Saturday Afternoon, March 23 and 30, at 3 o’clock. S ARASATE will PLAY first sonata in E minor, opus 73, for piano and violin (Raft) with Madame Berthe Marx, at his first concert, St. James-hall, Saturday afternoon next, at 3. E LEPHANT & CASTLE — BUNTY & CLYDE extend their limited engagement at the Elephant and Castle. Australia’s famous SONG & DANCE duo to play through the 17th. M ISS MINNIE CAVILL. — Hear London’s song sensation every night at the ELEPHANT & CASTLE. A LEXANDRIA PALACE.— THIS DAY, at 5:30, 3000 feet through Space. — PROFESSOR BALDWIN will start upon his unique and marvellous journey to cloudland and on reaching the altitude of 3000 feet or thereabouts will make his exciting and novel leap. One shilling day. F ANCY BALLS, Private Theatricals, Bazaars, &c. — BICKERS and SON, the eminent Court Costumiers — New SHOW ROOMS are NOW OPEN, the most elegant and spacious in London, 7, Carlton House-terrace, SW, the handsomest selection of FANCY and HISTORICAL COSTUMES. Established 50 years. FURNISHINGS A NY LADY having a disused PIANO might, by the gift of it, greatly benefit a hard-working family with five children who possess some talent, the mother not having the means to buy one. — A.L.H., Library, 34, Clapham Road. I NVALID CHAIR, for immediate SALE. Best make. Cost 18 guineas and has been little used. Can be seen by intending purchasers. Offers to A158, 50, Phoenix Road, WC. P IANOS for HIRE, 10 s. per month. Tunings free. — H.J. NICOLL and Co., 36, New Oxford Street, WC. G ENUINE ANTIQUE articles, guaranteed to increase in value. Made when quality was a by-word. H.J. Nicoll. LATEST INTELLIGENCE (From our Correspondents) ARCHAEOLOGIST DEAD IN MUMMY’S TOMB Karnak, March 4 Professor Ebenizer Turnbull, organiser of the Katebet Tomb expedition, was found dead in the tomb early this morning. The inner chamber was reached early in the year after much difficult labour, and the archaeologists were quite ecstatic over the excellent condition of the sarcophagus, chamber artifacts and the Katebet Mummy itself. The party was in the final weeks of its work in the area when disaster struck. Mr. Turnbull had worked late into the night, remaining in the chamber alone after other members of the party had retired for the night. The camp was highly guarded to prevent plunder. His body was discovered by Mr. Andrew Weatherby, another of the project archaeologists. Mr. Turnbull had been strangled to death. Ancient linen bandages were found around his neck. Upon hearing of the Professor’s death, several of the natives working on the excavation called upon Isis and Osiris for protection and for forgiveness for disturbing the sacred tomb. Inscriptions found on the canopic jars and doors indicate that this death may be the mysterious work of the ancient god Tuamautef and his goddess, Neith. DISASTER AT SEA Our Philadelphia Correspondent telegraphs: - A Gloucester, Massachusetts despatch brings a terrible tale of the sea, told by Captain Ryan, of the schooner S.D. Story. He arrived yesterday from Iceland, having sailed on Oct. 19, Off the south coast of Iceland he reports that a large fleet of French fishing vessels had gathered to fish, when a heavy gale came on causing great destruction among the fleet, and scattering it in all directions. Six vessels were lost with their crews. One had her deck swept, losing her captain and 11 men, another her captain and three men, and a third her captain and two men. The total loss, as far as ascertained, is 137 men. Many of the vessels were so badly damaged that they had to be abandoned, causing 300 men to be left in Iceland in a destitute condition until a steamer arrived to carry them away. The supply of food was limited. There were few natives living there, and the men endured great hardships. TAX STRIKE A group of Liverpool importers have instituted a strike against what they consider unfair custom’s duties. The Exchequer expects a compromise agreement within a few days. MAN FOUND DEAD AT THEATRE An usher at the Elephant & Castle discovered the body of a man apparently murdered during last night’s performance. The body was found after the entertainment in the box which, according to the usher, the man had occupied alone. The police have not been able to identify the man whom they describe as in his mid-thirties, approximately 5 feet 7 inches in height, slight, with red hair. He had apparently been stabbed to death. Anyone who might know anything about this man or the murder is urged to notify Scotland Yard. TO THE EDITOR OF THE TIMES Sir, — As my late husband was a well-known and respected journalist, I now turn to you in the hope that some action might be taken in the case of his terrible death. Perhaps I should refresh your memory and that of your readers with the facts of this bizarre death. The police records are bare indeed, and report little more than that Isadora Persano was found “stark staring mad” with a matchbox in front of him which contained a remarkable worm, unknown to science. He survived only a few days in that state of madness before succumbing to a mercifully quick death. When police failed to make any progress in the case, I sought help elsewhere with equally disappointing results. But now I have discovered new information pointing to the guilt of a Mr. James Phillimore who disappeared “without a trace” the same day my husband was fiendishly driven mad. The police treat me with the condescension they reserve for hysterical widows, so I am now turning to you and the public for support in the pursuit and prosecution of Mr. Phillimore, who I believe to have left England aboard the cutter Alicia. Your obedient and hopeful servant, Mrs. I. Persano SHIPPING DEPARTURES M arch 4, Havana, Western Star —West Indies Steamship Co. M arch 4, Hong Kong, Hercules —Jardine, Matheson & Co. M arch 5, Calcutta, Eastern Empress — Jardine, Matheson & Co. G LEN LINE of STEAM PACKETS —India, China and Japan. Powerful Clyde-built boats, specially adapted for Far Eastern journeys. Splendid accomodations. Surgeon and stewardess. Saloon on deck. FOREIGN NEWS We have received the following telegrams through the Reuters’ Agency: ENGLAND, FRANCE AND THE HEBRIDES Paris, March 3 The French Government has given assurance to England that as soon as the present emergency has passed, the French troops will be withdrawn from the New Hebrides. AVALANCHES IN SWITZERLAND Geneva, March 3 Two avalanches have fallen on the famous hospice of St. Bernard. The church has been almost entirely buried in snow. No loss of life is reported. IRELAND AND THE VATICAN Vienna, March 4 A telegram from Rome states that the Duke of Norfolk will return to London in about a week. It is said that his grace will inform the British Government of the concessions which, in the opinion of the Vatican, ought to be made to Ireland for the purpose of “enabling the Irish clergy to exercise a tranquilising influence.” THE UNITED STATES Philadelphia, March 4 Mr. Jay Gould arrived at the Island of St. Thomas on Sunday en route to Florida. The Lehigh Valley colliers have brought the strike to an end and are resuming work at the old rate of wages, the same as was accepted by the Reading colliers on the resumption of work. Representative Randall has introduced into the House his proposed Tariff Bill framed on Protectionist principles, which he has prepared in opposition to the Democratic Reduced Tariff Bill now before the Ways and Means Committee. COUNT TOLSTOI St. Petersburg, March 4 The health of Count Tolstoi, Minister of the Interior, which had recently shown some improvement, has again become worse, and his condition occasions considerable anxiety. AMERICAN FINANCE Washington, March 4 The House of Representatives today passed a Bill for applying the surplus to the purchase of bonds. The decision marked the end of three weeks of intense debate and considerable acrimony. The action is expected to aid the British Bond market. LAW REPORT March 4 Supreme Court of Judicature QUEEN’S BENCH DIVISION (Before Mr. Theodore Erlanger and Mr. Justice Manisty) In the Matter of GWENDOLYN ELLIOT NEVIL, A MARRIED WOMAN This was an application on the part of a married woman under the 3rd and 4th W. IV., c. 75, for leave to execute an “acknowledgement” for the conveyance of her separate estate without the concurrence of her husband, now a lunatic. Her affidavit stated that since her marriage she was interested in certain freehold property, in which she had an undivided fourth part, the remaining shares belonging to her brothers and sisters; and it was desired to mortgage the property, with a view to which her concurrence was necessary, and her husband had been found a lunatic upon an inquisition. Upon these facts, Mr. W. E. ROBARTS moved on her part for a rule allowing her to execute the requisite acknowledgement and deeds without the concurrence of her husband. SITUATIONS N URSE WANTED, about 24, useful, energetic, trust worthy. Very little housework. Only two children actually in nursery, youngest 2 1/2. Good needlework, some knowledge of children’s dressmaking. Good wages. Apply, today and tomorrow, at 5, The Grove, Boitons, South Kensington. L ADIES OF SUPERIOR EDUCATION —. (I) LADY WANTED, to manage typewriting department now being developed. Remuneration, one-third of receipts. (2) Also Ladies to prepare for superior appointments. Apply 10, Sandland Street, Gray’s Inn, WC. P ARENTS AND GUARDIANS can hear of OPENINGS for sons or wards in the various departments of electrical engineering (including lighting, locomotion, power, telephones, and telegraphs), on application to Secretary, 32, North Audley Street, Grosvenor Square, London, NW. W ESTAWAY’S — Well-known agency for Governesses in London and suburbs. All applicants screened. Apply 16, Charing Cross Road, NW. U NDERTAKER — Min. 5 years experience, to undertake highest level of craft and of esteem. Apply in person at Cobay’s. C LERK, for high pressure, low reward, position with growing concern. Box 12-x, The Times. CHARGES OF MURDER At Llandaff Police-court yesterday a young man named David Jeans, a carpenter, was committed for trial for the wilful murder of James Carey, at Cardiff, on the 26th of last month. The prisoner and his sweetheart, a Miss Merchant, were walking in the fields near Cardiff on the night of the day named when they were accosted by Carey and four other men, who demanded money from them. The prisoner resisted the demand, whereupon he and his companion were attacked with stones, and they took refuge in flight. Carey and his confederates pursued them, upon which Jeans turned on his assailants and, drawing a revolver, fired at them six times. Three of the men were wounded, Carey receiving a bullet in the head, from the effects of which he died shortly afterwards. Jeans and Miss Merchant found shelter in a cottage, and he reported the occurrence to the police, saying that he had acted in self-defense. The hearing of the case occupied ten hours. EBERT V. EBERT The divorce cause of “Ebert v. Ebert,” in which the Queen’s Proctor has intervened, will be heard this morning before Sir James Hannon and a special jury. Sir Clifton Norman, Q.C. and Mr. Victor Dechant will appear on behalf of the Queen’s Proctor; and Mr. Henry Matthews, Q.C., M.P., Mr. Inderwick, Q.C., and Mr. Cecil Mason will be counsel for the petitioner, Mr. Ebert, M.P. We understand that neither the respondent, Mrs. Ebert, nor Sir Giles Elgin will be represented by counsel. TRADES P OTATOES, at market prices. — 112 lbs., 5s. 6d., best selected floury magnums; 55 lb., 2 s. 9d.; 168 lb., 8s. 3d. — Turnips, Carrots, Beetroot, Parsnips, 1s. each 14 lb. Celery and Horseradish, 1s. each bundle. Will keep. Delivered to suburbs. Cash, delivery. EDWARD FARMER, 33, Great Wild Street, WC. C OAL — Bed room Coal — Handpicked Bryanite, equally successful in drawing and dining rooms, a good fire maintained for four hours without poking, free from sulphur, nearly smokeless, delivered at 23s. per ton. Testimonials from doctors and private families. JOHN BRYAN and Co., Nine- elms Wharf, Vauxhall. P AINLESS DENTISTRY — DR. HARRISON BEAUFORT, Surgeon-Dentist, 23, Strand, WC (facing Charing-cross Station). Inventor of a new and improved system of adjusting artificial teeth without plates or palates. Charges moderate. Consultations, free, from 10 till 5. Illustrated pamphlet post free. P EPPER’S QUININE & IRON TONIC promotes appetite, strengthens the stomach, stops sinking sensations, removes indigestion, heartburn, palpitation, cures dyspepsia, debility, and restores great bodily nerve, mental and digestive strength. Bottles 2s. 6d. Sold everywhere. METROPOLITAN PAUPERISM Census of metropolitan paupers (exclusive of lunatics in asylums and vagrants), taken on the last day of the weeks named hereunder (enumerated inhabitants in 1881, 3,815,000): — Fourth week of December, 1888—indoor, 60,036; outdoor, 40,279; total 100,315. Fourth week of December, 1887 indoor, 59,347; outdoor, 44,750; total 104,097. Fourth week of December, 1886 —indoor, 57,520; outdoor, 41,091; total 98,611. Fourth week of December, 1885 —indoor 56,002; outdoor, 38,900; total 94,902 (excluding patients in the fever and smallpox hospitals of the Metropolitan Asylum District; the number of these patients on the last day of the week was returned as 858 in 1888, 2,478 in 1887, 614 in 1886, and 392 in 1885). Vagrants believed in the Metropolis on the last day of the fourth week of December, 1888: — Men, 949; women 170; children under 16, 37; total 1,156. WARNING ON BUTTER A recent shipment of Irish butter has created a rash of stomach complaints, the Irish Trade Exchange conceded today. They recommend refrigeration throughout the upcoming summer, if possible.