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TODAY'S FORECAST. FOR THE DISTRICT OF SOUTH ERN CALIFORNIA: FAIR WEATH ER; W ARfIP.R; NORTH TO WEST WINDS. VOL. XL. NO. 68. GREAT REDUCTION SALE OB"— CHILDREN'S SUITS Regardless of Cost. Children's Knee Pants Suits Reduced from $4 to $3. Children's Knee Pants Suits Reduced from $5 to $3.50 & 3.75 Children's Knee Pants Suits Reduced from $6 to $4.50 & 4.75 AND ALL HIGHER PRICE GOODS IN PBOPOBTION. Mother* and Guardians, this is your opportunity to get reliable clothing cheap for tbe boys. MULLEN, BLUETT & CO., Corner Spring and First Streets. CRYSTAL PALACE, 138, 140, 142 S. Main St. | We Are Offering special Discounts this Week on Onr Entire stock of . -.. . THE CELEBRATED JEWETT FILTERS, THE ENGLISH AGOA PORA FILTERS, AND CHEAP HOME FILTERS ALSO COOLERS AND ICE CREAM FREEZERS. MEYBERG BROS. £— , 1 ,■■■H.'l'" 1 t '". -I Itr-L " J„ ■ -—' ',""iT" 1 <J-ff-!L- ■ . * IHBHHHj BEST, SIMPLEST, HANDSOMEST* MOST DURABLE AND EASILY Sral ADJUSTED, FINEST FINISHED FOLDING BED MADE, THE WINDSOR FOLDING BED THE WINDSOR oceuplei less space than any other folding bed, and can be easily moved from one room to another. When closed It Is ai ornament to any room, haying the appearance of a wardrobe. It Is easy to open and close. Is perfectly noiseless, well ventilated, nas ample room for all neees<ary bedding, whleh is not disturbed woea closed. It has no complicated nixchinary or springs to get oat of order, and, In fact, Is so perfect ac to hare ao rival. We have tnem at all prices. Call and see these, whether you wish to bny or not. LOS ANGELES FURNITURE' COMPANY, 225, 227, 229 S. Broadway, opp. City Hall. _T A / AT THS C Wurlds Fair V - Exhibit HELD IN MECHANICS* I'AVILJON, BAN FRANCISCO, ENDING FEB, 18, 1893. GRAND SILVER MEDAL SILVER MEDAL \^S^S^^ mmw *^ CTT "i7"ITD "fVri7Ts A T for most artistic specimens illustrat- O Ll— V IL JLV IVi l>| 3f\ I 1 lng the Platlnotype, Arlsto and other processes. SILVER MEDAL ™°*>™ BT AETTBTIC AIkEANOK "» M » "Four Medals Out of a Possible Four." a«r... Pf *-i 220 SOUTH SPRING STREET. WILLIAMSON'S MUSIC STORE. BEN BY P. MILLER [—) I A \| __. MATHU3HEK, BEHR ISROTHEBB, M A N C-> v 3 BBAUMnLLEB, B HHONINfIBR. SMITH & BARNES. NEWMAN BROS., (~\ CD f~_ A M Q NEEDHAM Air Olroulatlag Beed Cells. /A |N| CJ Silver Toagued. A FULL LINE OF MUSIC AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. SEWING MACHINES Standard, Roiary Shuttle, White and Other Long Shnttle Machiaea, Supplies, Etc. 327 SOUTH BI'SfIISTO M'KBET. A-13 If IT IS ©TJICIDE For yon to think of buying yonr shoes elsewhere than at the undersigned's. Finding it impossible to close ont our entire stock of fine (shoes at onr former low prices, and being determined to close them ont if possible, we have decided to lower onr prices still inrther to figures bo tbat it will pay yon to come and bny. We have no old shopworn or shoddy goods we want to get rid of, bat everything the latest style and best finality. Onr Prince Albert, Juliet and Blncher Oxfords must be seen to be appreciated. Now, for example, notice the saving yon make in a pair of SHOES! SHOES! Ladies' Button Shoes ranging in prices from |1.25 to $5.. .former price 12 to 16 50 Udies'Turned Oxfords from $1 to $3.85 former prices $2 to 500 Misses' Shoes from $1.25 to $2.25 former prices $2 to 300 rnfants' Shoss 'rom 25c to $1.50 former prices 75c to 2.00 Men's Shoes from $1.75 to $6.50 former prices $2 to 7.00 Boys' Shoes and everything else in proportion. Come and examine onr goods before bnying elsewhere. M'DONALD, n8 N. Spring. The Herald LOS ANGELES: SUNDAY MORNING, JUNE 18, 1893. COULDN'T STAND THE RUN. A San Bernardino Bank in Financial Straits. The Farmers' Exchange Forced to Close Doors. A Three Bays' Run on the Institution Caused the Collapse. The Crash Indirectly Due to the River side Failure—Deposltora Will be Paid tn Fall—No Other Bank* Involved. Special to the Herald. San Bbrnabdino, Jnne 17. —This morn ins: the Farmers' Exchange bank did not open its doors. As the town clock was striking 10 one of tbe clerks affixed an inscription to the door which read: "Bank closed. Depositors will be paid every dollar." Tbe announcement was a surprise to all, as the impression prevailed that the institution was in a sound condition, al though a three days' run on the bank was known to many. Yesterday abont $58,000 was drawn ont by depositors who bad become anxious in regard to their savings. The canse of this uneasiness was undoubtedly tbe failure of tbe River side Banking company last Wednesday. The demand for ready money was so strong that the officials made several efforts to raise $60,000 in San Francisco and other points on tbe coast, but com pletely failed owing the stringency of the money market at present. It seems tbe banks all along the coast are prepar ing for contingencies and are making few loans. The directors of the Farmers' Ex change met last night and at 12 o'clock decided not to open the doors this morning. The bank bas been the victim of cal umny and misrepresentation. Wednes day when the Riverside Banking com pany closed its doors three irresponsible persons circulated reports to tbe effect that the Farmers' Exchange bank was in a shaky condition and likely to fail any day. These reports had a bad effect, and from Wednesday till the close of business yesteiday there was a steady drain upon tbe cash resources of the bank. This run was instituted by tbe employes of the Banta Fe shops in this city, they having heard tbe stories that were being circulated. Many of them had deposits in the bank, and the rail road company paid them tbe 14th inst. with checks oa tbe bank. Mot only those haying money oa deposit withdrew it, which amounted to a considerable sum. Otber small depositors began to withdraw, but it was a noticeable fact that few business men lost confidence in tbe institution. Tbe daily extent of the ran is shown by the fact that at the close of business on the 13th the de posits were $215,500; on the 14th, $202, --300; on the 15th, $191,000; on the Iritb, $157,000. The capital stock, Bnrplns and un divided profits of the bank amount to $155,000, and there is nodonbt whatever that the bank is thoroughly solvent and that for every dollar of deposits there is almost two dollars assets with which to meet it. The bank is supposed to carry considerable gilt edge securities which may be realized npon in the next few months. The following eircnlar was mailed to patrons of tbe bank this morning: "After run on the bank for three days, daring which time every possible/ effort has been made by tbe di rectors and officers to avert the result, we are compelled to close our doors. This we do with great regret, as we are sore that within a few days more we could have realized sufficient means on our securities to carry us through safely. Our securities are ample, and very shortly sufficient money can and will be realized thereon to pay every depositor in full dollar for dollar. A full state ment of the bank's condition will be published as soon as possible." The stockholders and directors in clude some of tbe wealthiest men in this section and San Francisco, among whom may be mentioned W. W. Stow of San Francisco, Richard Gird of Chino, the Byrne estate, the Waters estate, N. 8. McAbee, H. L,. Drew, James Flem ing, John Anderson, ths Hinckley estate, the Spence estate, Richard Stew art and Clarence Stewart of Riverside and 8. F. Zombro. The directors of the bank are Richard Gird, John Anderson, Richard Stewart, H. L. Drew, James Fleming, N. S. Mc- Abee and S. F. Zombro. At a meeting of the directors this morning, among otber subjects discussed was tbat of resumption. There is a strong probability tbat the bank will re sume in a sbort time. The following statement was secured late this evening by yonr correspondent: Total assets, not including office fixtures and vaults, valued at $7500, $357,783 73; total liabilities, $214,061.04; total assets in excess of liabilities, $143,732.69. These figures were given by A. Gerber ding, state bank examiner, and are cor rect. Mr. Gerberding states tbat be was positive that the bank wonld be able to pay off dollar for dollar, even if tbe re ceiver which would have to be appoint ed eonld not realize on the surittes by 40 per cent. He finished his business with the bank and left for Riverside, where he is engaged in straightening ont tbe Riverside hanking company's affairs. He spoke in the highest terms of the bank, and thaught there wonld be no trouble in realizing enough to pay off in full. He said tbat the failure was caussd by the short money market, and not by any misman agement. H. L. Drew, president of the bank, waa interviewed, and said that he was confi dent tbat they would be able to meet all obligations in a few days. He said tbat an assignee or receiver would be ap pointed Monday, and that he did not tbink that there waa any occasion for worry on the part of depositors. He de a.ua aAstaral rumors that have been clr culated on the street, the most import ant of which was that money had been drawn (rom tbe bank after banking hours. He said that-the officials had attempted to raise money from other banks, but could not, as they required all tbe money they had on hand. A number of business men were aware of tbe rnn tbat was being made on the bank, but declined to withdraw their money, and thus embarrass the institu tion. Several business houses are reported in straightened circumstances, and if the defunct bank should fail to meet its obligations a collapse would likely oc cur. Business closed today without any failure in commercial circles. Tbe other three banks are in a sound condition and nothing In tbe way of a financial crisis is expected. More than $100,000 in gold coin has been placed in the other banks in the past two days. One bank has cash on hand to the amount of $208,600, while its entire de posits and debts amount to $204,250, which is an excellent showing. The city treasurer has a small snm on deposit in the closed bank. The county treasurer has a deposit amount ing to $26,500 in it also, which is secured by an indemnity bond, while the connty clerk had placed abont $1600 in its vaults for safe-keeping. They do not feel at all uneasy, but are of the opinion that they will be paid in full. A Blight run occurred on the First Na tional this morning, but did not amount to much, as it has more than enough money on hand to pay off all depositors. The streets are quiet and no farther trouble is expected. The closed bank may open Tuesday, bat no assurance could be given. THE SPANISH PRINCESS. INFANTA EULALII'S TROTJBI.E WITH THB CHICAGO PRESS. She Tried to Please Everybody and Is Sorry If Sha Qits Offense— Prince Antolne Satisfied With His Treatment. New York, June 18.—The Herald this morning has a three-column double leaded interview with a member of Eu lalia'B party and Eulelia herself in an swer to recent comments by western papers upon her conduct in Chicago. Eulalia is quoted aa saying: "Everything the duke said to yon can be considered aa a personal statement from me. I read tbe comments of the Chicago press and I was completely sur prised. From the very beginning I tried to pleaae my hosts and make friends. I want the American people to have as pleasant memories of me aa I I Shall alwa.i v «' **«■■». 'I ft, astonished me .o read that I offended anybody. No one offended me. If I had not been pleased with my treatment I should have left the country. I waa tired and sleepy and ill when I went to Mrs. Potter Palmer's house. I staid there until the presentations were over, and my head ached so I could not re main to partake of supper. It is too bad, but you must remember I hsd much to wear upon my strength. How could I think of offending Mrs. Palmer? She is a charming woman. Indeed, when I heard there was even a suspicion that I offended Mrs. Palmer, I invited her to take dinner with me at the hotel, and placed her at my right hand. Aa for my failure to appear at Fort Sheridan and review tbe troops. Commander Davis offered to assume the whole responsibil ity of explaining, and assured ua it was not necessary. I met General Miles and he is an attractive, cultivated gentle man. I would not think of being rude to him." "Is there any truth in tbe report that yonr husband, Prince Antoine, has been offended by the failnre of the various committees to pay more attention to him?" The princess and prince both laughed heartily. "There is not a word of truth in it," said the princess, and the prince nodded his assent. "The prince is not here in a representative character, and he haa been delighted with his oppor tunities for privately studying the country and the magnificent expoaition at Chicago." The infanta Eulalia did some quiet shopping today. She will sail for New port on Tuesday in a private yacht. HARNETT AND DIXON. The Pride or Pall Street Oeta a Draw with ths Champion. New York, June 17. —Jerry Barnett, the pride of Pell street, got a draw with Champion George Dixon tonight, ac cording to Referee John Kelly, at the boxing tournament at the Academy of Music. They fought four rounds and for three Dixon played with bu opponent. In the fourth he went into finish up his man, but Barnett was wily and kept out of range of the colored lad's dangerous fists, and by so doing was entitled, ac cording to the referee, to even honors with Dixon. Tbe crowd, however, thought otherwise and gave vent to their feelings in an unlimited amount of hissing. Banks Supporting Bach Other. Nbw York, June 17. —The clearing house did not today isßue the usual de tailed weekly bank exhibit, but only what is known as a consolidated state ment comprising the total showings of tbe banks. Information aa to the appli cation by banks for loan certificates is withheld. It is understood no Certifi cates have yet been issued, but some of the stronger banks will call for them early next week to pave tbe way for the banks actually in need of them. Borlo's Kaoorrt Broken. Syracuse. N. V., Juno 17.—The cir cuit races opened today with the 25 --mile state championship track race, which was won by W. F. Murphy, of New York, in 1 hour 18 minutes 48 sec onds. Daring the race Murphy lowered the 10-mile competition record, made by P. J. Berlo in New York, July 9, 1892, by one minute. Murphy's time for the distance was 29:40 2 6. A STRANGE PROCESSION. Novel Sights Witnessed in Jackson Park. A Medley of All the Nations of The Earth. Denizens of the Midway Plaisance on Dress Parade. Nearly Two Hundred Thon.and Visitor! Nt She Fair on Massachusetts Day—Gladstone's Ax on Kxhibltlon. By the Associated Press. Chicago, June 17 —It was a strange procession, probably unparalleled in history, which wound through the ave nues of Jackson park among tbe palaces of tbe great White city today. In front of these evidences of the flower of civiliz ation walked the representatives of the most untutored savages, gathered from the four corners of the earth and the islands of the ses, intermingled with representatives of the oldest civiliza tions and other queer outlandish people. The denizens of that motley piece, the Midway plaisance, turned out in full force. Warriors from every clime, from United States regulars, who headed the procession to Dehomeyan amazons, filed by, intermingled with oriental dancing girls. South Sea islanders, Algierines, Bedowins, Turks, Egyptians, Esquimax, camels, baboons, donkeys and trained wild beasts, making such a turnout as never graced even the triumph of a vic torious Roman general returning from a conqneet. OPENING Or THB RUSSIAN EXHIBIT. Unusual religious rites were observed in the opening of the Russian exhibit in the manufacturers' building today. Strangely robed priests held services ac cording to the ritual of the Greek church in the Aeiaticjpavihon. Commissioner General P. E. Glauckhovsky and other members of the commission, a number of exhibitors and others attended the services. The ceremonies were conducted by the bishop of the Russian-Greek church in Alaska, assisted by local priests. The blessing of God was asked upon the czar and the president of the United States. The bishop, dipping his hands in holy water, sprinkled the en tire section and dedicated it to tbe glory of tho church and tbe advancement of the hnman race. Daring the services ths Russian bells were rung. After the fetemoniea the iraaata wsrs undarsrl » eccplion ana were received at the en trance of the main pavilion by Commis sioner Glauckhovsky, Admiral Kosno koff and members of ths commission. The famous Ivanboff chorus sang dur ing the reception and a luncheon was served. MASSACHUSETTS DAY. This was the ann iversary of the battle of Bunker Hill, and appropriately set apart by the management of the fair as Massachusetts day for dedicating the Massachusetts bnilding, a reproduction of the famous and beautiful John Han cock mansion, in which dwelt ths man whose signature is such an ornament of the declaration of independence. Tbe weather was perfect and the house waa gay with flowers, plants and bunting. The eons of the old bay state gathered in force and were received from 11 till 2 by Governor Russell and ex-Governors Rice and Long, with the presiding of-, fleers of the state senate and house and otber members of those bodies. Among those received were ex-President Har rison and Vice-President Stevenson. CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION, The Sons aud Daughters of the Ameri can Revolution also celebrated the an niversary of the battle of Bunker Hill in Music hall at ths White City. Gen eral Horace Porter, presidenty of the society, presided. After prayer John W. Hutchinson sang "The Sword of Bunker Hill." Then Judge Henry M. Shepard, president of the Illinois so ciety, welcomed the visitors. General Porter responded, and in closing pre sented Chauncey M. Depew, who de livered the oration of the day. ' A SUCCEBSBUL DAY. Besides the stated attractions, which in themselves drew a large crowd, it was the regular Saturday holiday, and the pablic schools were closed, as well as the pnblic buildings, and many busi ness houses suspended operations at noon. Thus it was tbat, taken as a whole, today was one of the most suc cessful the world's fair has seen, and nearly 200,000 * people were on the grounds. School children were out by thousands, swarming everywhere. There was a grand pyrotechnic dis play this evening, the feature being Bunker Hill monument. THB BLARNEY STONB INSTALLED. This afternoon a portion of the cele brated Blarney stone was placed in tbe battlements of the rep red need Blarney castle at the Irish village. Mayor Har rison performed the ceremony, and in augurated the proceeding by loyally sa luting tbe stone. GLADSTONE'S FAMOUS AI. Tbe ax need by Hon. William E. Gladstone in felling trees at Hawarden will be on exhibition in the forestry building in a few days. GATEKEEPERS' RETURNS. The official returns show that yester day's attendance at the fair wan 117,201. The total atteneance at the fair today was 179.524. Tbe world's fair will canse a rash. Ordsr early. Fall stock, good fit, mod erate prices. Getz, line tailoring, 112 West Third street. For sunburn and freckles use only Perfects Face Crenm; safe aad sure. For sale by A. K. Littleboy, druggist, 311 South Spring street. For bargains in millinery go to Thurs ton's, 264 South Main street, opposite Third. | SIXTEEN PAGES. TOVEY'S MURDERER. No Dine to His Identity Tat Discovered - The Officers at Sea. Jackson, Cal., June 17.—The trail of a man suspected of being implicated in the murder of Tovey, followed by Sher iffs Gregory and Thorn to Copperopolis, resulted in nothing. The auspect was interviewed, but was able to give a satisfactory account of himself. He slept in a barn near Valley Springs, although having money in his pocket, and this fact aroused sus picion. Sheriff Gregory returned last night and ia now working in the north ern part of the county. The report of a suspicious character at Amador City proved delusive. It waa started in a joke, and proved without foundation. Papera belonging to Tovey are being examined to find the letter which he told parties he had received signed "Sharp," but bo far without suc cesa. Thus far the officers are at sea without a definite clue to work on. Tovey'a funeral took place thia morning and waa largely attended. Partition Commissioners, San Diego, June 17. —The commission on partition between Riverside and thia county organized here today by electing Gen. Ell H. Murry chairman and Frank Grandi'er secretary. They alao appoint ed A. J. Wightraan clerk. The district attorney ia now before them to settle the question of the date for the begin ning of the division, whether from March 11th, when the aot was approved by the governor, or oa May 2d, when approved by the people, or on May 9th when anndunced. GETTING AT THE FACTS. OONTINCANOB OF THB FORD' 9 laSAIBB INQCBBT. Contractors and the Government Con lured by the Wltneeesm—Con tracts Lot to Incompe tent Partlea. Washington, June 17. —Contractor George W. Dant was severely condemned by the evidence given today at the cor oner'a inqneat over the remains of the Ford's theater victims. The United States government slso came in for a share of condemnation for its methods of doing work. Thomas J. Kane, a con tractor, said the government would not pay fair prices for good work. The gov ernment, said Kane, while it posted itself as to the financial standing of a bnilder or con tractor, cared to know nothing about his skill or ability. An architect testi fied that the cement used in the work —mm "UMlo V>~»ter thsm mud." A bnilder aaid the manner of doing the work was suicidal. The jurors made in quiries of the witnesses as to the state of Dant's mind. One contractor said be was not in good health. The remainder of tbe testimony was uninteresting and at its conclusion the inquest was ad journed till Monday. Amalgamated Association. PrrrsßOßG, June 17.—The eighteenth annual convention of the Amalgamated association adjourned this afternoon. The entire session was taken up in the election of officers. The following gen tlemen were elected: President, M. Garland ; secretary, John C. Kilgallon ; treasurer, Roger Evans of Youngstown, O. Trustees and an assistant secretary were also chosen. Hardware Failures. Racine, Wis., June 17.—One of the heavieat failnrea in the history of Ra cine occurred thia afternoon. The well known Racine Hardware Manufacturing company assigned. Liabilities, $400,000, Albany, N. V.. June 17.—The failure of Charles F. Strieghe, hardware merch ant, was announced today. His assets are $200,000 and liabilities $50,000. Passenger Commissions. Chicago, June 17. —The lines of the Western Passenger Association today settled the basis lor paving commissions. The old rates were adopted, with the ex ception of tbat between Chicago and Kansas City, which is cat from $1 to 75 cents. The agreement removes the last bone of contention regarding the associ ation agreement. A Six-Round Knockout. Burlington, la,, Jnne 17.—Early this morning Harry McCoy and Billy Lay ton, pugilists, fought on a ateamer a few miles np the river. McCoy was the vic tor. In the sixth round he knocked Layton ont with a blow on the chin. Neither man was punched to any ex tent. A large crowd of sporta witnessed the mill. Cherokee Bonds Sold. Fort Gibson, I. T., June 17.—Chief Harris announced today that he had re ceived a bid for the Cherokee strip bonds which would be accepted at once. The sale haa injected new life into busi ness of all kinds here. The amount in volved is $6,000,000. A Rain-Maker Killed. Minneapolis, Kan., Jnne 17. —A fatal accident occurred here today during tbe bombardment of the heavens by a num ber of rain-making enthusiasts. One of the cannons in use exploded, instantly killing S. F. Redmond and fatally injur ing Rufus Presto n. A Latter From tha Pope. Baltimore, Jane 17. —Cardinal Gib bons haa received the long-expected letter from the holy father on the school question, with a request to send copies of it to all the episcopates of the United States. Shipments or Currency. New York, June 17.—Shipments of currency by banks of New York to tbe interior today aggregated $1,250,000, of which $400,000 waa obtained at the sub treasury iv exchanges. JeWerson'a Illness. Fall River, Mass,, June 17. —Joseph Jefferson ia yet confined to his room here and kept utterly quiet, though his sons aone say his condition is not alarm ing. HAVE YOU VOTED? IP NOT, BUY THB HERALD AND VOTE OPTEN FOR THE PERSON YOU THINK OUOHT TO GET THE WORLb'S PAIR PRIZE. PRICE FIVE CENTS. THE GERMAN ARMY BILL Public Opinion Seems to Bf> Against It. The New R -ichstag Will Agai» Knock It Out. Socialists and Centrists Will Hoi* the Balance of Power. ■lection Returns Continue tn Snowline;* Social-Democratic Gains — Many Reballots Necessary—The Tote Analyzed. By the Associate! Press. Berlin, June 17.—-Returns from 341 election districts were received np to & o'clock this evening, showing the elec tion of 49 Centrists, 37 Conservatives, 24* Social Democrats, 17 National Liberals, 9 Centrists in favor of the army bill, 3 Richterists, 4 Volkspartei, 13 Poles, 0 Alsstians, 3 Anti-Semites and 3 Independents, with 180 re-bal lots necessary. An analysis of tho re-ballots shows that the Social Democrats and National Liberals will figure chiefly in them, with the Richter ists and Centrists a long way behind. The defeat of the Richterists appears to be irretrievable, but tbe Berlin Freisinnige Zeitung finds comfort in predicting that the ultimate poll ot tho party, combined with the Volkspartei, Centrists and Socialists, will form an overwhelming plebiscite against the army bill and tbe Huene compromise. It is certain tbat if a plebiscite were to decide tbe fate of the government, the enormous Socialist vote already cast would determine that. But the army bill will depend upon filial l party com binations, regarding which it is still hazardous to attempt to form any defi nite conclusion. About 80 Socialists will stand in the coming re-ballots, and it is a rational estimate to credit them with securing 26 more seats. Chancellor yon Caprivi held confer ences with the emperor Thursday and again last evening, reporting to his ma jesty the character of the returns. It is rather significant that the semi-official organs today refer to suggestions as to how to curb the popular vote. Accord ing to the Centrists the recent schisms do not appear likely to seriously affect their strength. Both the Conservatives and National Liberals are coming out better than was expected they would. The Socialists in Vienna will make a demonstration in celubratloa of tbe suc cess of their German brethren. The Austrian official papers hold that the re sults of the German elections are alarm ing. The Deutsche Zeitung says: "Ger many can only be saved by a strong hand. It is time Caprivi should show that the future of Germany is safe in his." At midnight, omitting districts where re-baliots are necessary, and with 30 dis tricts to hear from, the army bill parties and groups had 83 seats; the opposition party 85. All depends upon the second ballots. The government haa de cided to exert all ita influences to induce the factions favorable to the bill to unite against the Richter ists, Social Democrats and Clericals in the by-electiona which will be held about one week from tomorrow. Second bal lo'.n will be necessary, it is estimated, in almost 200 districts. Of 34 districts from which figures bearing on the second ballot have been received, it appears certain that tba Clericals will win 25; the social Demo crats 20; the National Liberals, Conser vatives and Agrarians 6, and Particular iats 1. The Radical Unionists expected to gain several more seats. Reports from the constituencies con tinue to give evidence of the collapse of Eugene Rtchter'a radical party. No dispatch has been received to indicate that the Richterists carried a sinerla constituency on the first ballot. This state of affairs is distinctly the government, as the loss of the Radi cal opposition is expected to more than counterbalance the gain of the Socialist Democrat opposition. Ablwardt and Goeckel, the most bla tant membera of the Anti-Semite group, are returned. The opposition Clericals will return to Berlin probably wita nearly 100 deputies. Tbe government Clerical-Agrarian movement haa shown few evidences of success. The Conserva tives and Free Conservatives, as expect ed, are suffering no losses. The Social Democrats are still triumphant at the expense of tbe Richter Radicals. A Chinese Murder. Modesto, Cal., June 17.—At 10 o'clock thia morning, Lee Sing, a cook at the county hospital, shot and instantly killed Lee Sam, a highbinder, and ex convict in Chinatown. The bullet struck in the right breast. Sing ran to the county jan and surrendered himself. Ths cause was gambling. Struck Bottom. Wkbtport, Cal., June 17. —The steamer Jewel struck bottom this morning. She was loading ties for San Diego. The ac cident carried away 12 feet of her shoe and injured the rudder, rendering the boat unmanageable. A tug has been wired to tow the vessel to San Francisco. Tha Champion Pool I'layer. New York, June 17.—The three nfghts' continuous pool match between Alfred De Oro and Paddy Welch ended ti-r.ight in a victory lor the former. De Oro will receive the $500 stake and the trophy. Dnrnar Bold In Ball. Bbnicia, Cal., June 17. —The prelim inary examination of Durner, charged with killing Thomas McKay, was held this morning. The defendant waa held in SIO,OOO bonds. Silver Furchasaa. Washington, June 17.—The treasury department purchased 303,00 ounces ot silver today at $0,8360. Alter a night wish the boys Yours (or a clear heed-Broiaoßoltarer,