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| S. A. Andree (seated) and his Eagle balloon crew. |
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| Balloon on ice. S. A. Andree and Knut Fraenkel photographed by Nils Strindberg. |
Cortland
Evening Standard, Tuesday,
January 14, 1896.
NORTH
POLE BY BALLOON.
Preparations Making For Professor
Andree's Unique Voyage.
STOCKHOLM,
Jan. 14.—The foreign ministry of Sweden has sent a notice to Russia, Denmark,
Great Britain and the United States with reference to the projected balloon
voyage to the North pole of Professor S. A. Andree, asking the co-operation of
the countries whose territories have coasts on the Polar seas, and they have
also asked these countries to distribute thousands of leaflets asking for
information from any one who may chance to secure it, of the time the balloon
is seen and the direction of the wind at the time. Professor Andree has given
many years study and experiment to this subject and has become an expert
balloonist himself.
He read a
paper on a plan to reach the North pole by balloon before the geographical congress
in London last summer, but he received little encouragement from that highly
distinguished, though rather conservative, scientific society. However, the
Swedish Academy of Science and the Swedish Society of Anthropology and Geology
have recommended Professor Andree's plan and promised to bear a share of the
expense.
King Oscar
of Sweden has also subscribed a sum of money for the expedition, which
Professor Andree hopes to have started some time in the summer of 1896.
PAGE TWO—EDITORIALS.
Hungary Is a Thousand Years Old.
The day
after the Atlanta exposition in America closes the great millennial exposition
at Budapest opens. It will celebrate the thousandth anniversary of the founding
of the Hungarian nation by Arpad, son of Almos. In 834 Almos, who called
himself duke of the Magyars, invaded Hungary and conquered most of the tribes.
In 896 Arpad finished the work his father had begun and united the tribes into
one government, of which he, assuming the title of duke of Hungary, became the
head.
From that
day to this Hungary has existed as a separate nation. For 300 years the Turk
tried to conquer her. Later the Austrians tried desperately to subjugate the
bold Hungarians; but, though Kossuth died heart-broken because Hungary did not
become a free republic, yet today Hungary is the head and controlling power of
the Austrian empire. What the brave, warlike and handsome Huns could not do in
one way they have accomplished in another through sheer force of intellectual
superiority and courage.
The
boundaries of the states of Hungary remain today practically as Arpad organized
them. From 895 to 1895 this country, no less because of its lofty mountain
borders than because of' the indomitable spirit of its people, "has been
the dam that protected western culture against the current of Asiatic
heathenism." The original Magyars
are believed to be the descendants of those fierce-eyed, raw meat-eating
Scythians, who were the terror of ancient civilizations.
The
Hungarian millennial jubilee will last through the whole of 1898. One
historical or industrial event after another will be celebrated. First, the new
Hungarian parliament house, a magnificent structure, will be formally opened.
It cost less, to be sure, than the famous, or infamous, statehouse at Albany,
U. S. A., but it will be a much better building. Immediately following this the
Pantheon will be dedicated. The Pantheon is a memorial house to the dead and
living heroes and statesmen of Hungary, and it will be filled with their busts
and statues. It is to be hoped they will be better looking than the kings of
Scotland in the gallery at Holyrood palace, or the famous citizens of Boston in
the Memorial hall at Harvard. They probably will be, for the Hungarians are a
fine race physically.
Splendid
pageants, illustrating the richest costumes and most picturesque ceremonies,
will vary the entertainments. Gold chains will glisten, plumes will wave,
jewels will flash and shining, brilliant silks, satins and velvets in scarlet
and purple and crimson and brown will gleam and shimmer in the sun. The most
gorgeously garbed creature on the earth was the Hungarian magnate of the old
time, and the old dresses will be exhibited in their full glory in the many
processions and state ceremonials. The modern state robes are also
gorgeous.
The most
picturesque and imposing procession of all will occur June 1 at the opening of
the state industrial exhibition proper. This covers two epochs, the ancient and
modern. The grand pageant of June 1 will doubtless draw to Hungary the artists
and literary people of the whole world. Such richness of material has never
before been laid before them. It will blend east and west in a perfect picture
poem. Names almost as well known to history as that of Washington will be
thickly scattered among the throng of Hungary's proud nobility there, the Esterhazys,
the Zichys and the Hunyadis.
If Sultan
Abdul Hamid can get his nerves sufficiently quitted by that time, or if he has
anything left to send, he will forward to the show many of the rarest art and
historic treasures of the Ottoman empire. Emperor Francis Joseph will also open
the whole stock of Austrian curios to the public. And throughout the year there
will take place celebrations of strictly up to date events. On one day 500 new
public schools in the kingdom will he opened. On another the Museum of Art and
History will be dedicated, and still another important event will be the laying
of the cornerstones of two new bridges across the blue Danube at Budapest.
All
Americans who can should go to this great show, and think of the tremendous
howling there will be in their own country in the year 2776. How the glorious
American flag will wave then!
Police Helped Him Move.
The
Hungarian quarter in the east end [Cortland] was yesterday the scene of a
little flurry which was quite exciting for a time. It appears that one of the
Hungarians who had occupied a room for some time decided yesterday to take up
new quarters and began to move out. His host refused to allow him to remove the
trunk, whereupon Hungarian No. 1 came uptown and swore out a search warrant and
placed it in the hands of Officers Parker and Smith who yesterday afternoon
went and procured the trunk, but not without quite forcible resistance by the
Hungarian landlord and his wife who kept demanding, "Gi me fi dolls."
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| James J. Corbett. |
Corbett in Cortland.
James J.
Corbett in "A Naval Cadet" filled the Opera House to the doors last
night. Probably nine-tenths of the people attended through a simple desire to
see the man whose name has been so prominent in sporting circles rather than
from an expectation of witnessing anything meritorious from a dramatic
standpoint. But for all such an agreeable surprise was in store, for it would
appear that Corbett really has some talent in that direction as well. He fitted
very nicely into the character of Ned Cornell and if the thought of him as a pugilist
had not been foremost in the minds of his hearers an exceedingly favorable
judgment would doubtless have been passed upon him. It was plain throughout
that the play was written for the man and was partly designed at least to show
his athletic abilities and in some places was calculated to draw applause from
the galleries, but there was nothing in it from first to last to offend in any
respect the senses of the most strict.
No one
could fail to admire the magnificent figure and physique of the chief actor
whether he appeared in his neat and closely fitting naval suit, in evening
dress or in any other of the several attires which he wore. The support was
very good, McKee Rankin, who is an actor of established reputation and who is
said to be the tutor and instructor of Corbett in his dramatic aspirations, of course
headed the list. The special scenery was elaborate and fine. No notice of this
entertainment would be complete without a mention of the male quartet which sang
in excellent style and harmony and whose comic numbers roused the wildest enthusiasm
and compelled their recall again and again.
He Saw Corbett.
There was a
large crowd at the D., L. & W. station this morning to get a glimpse of
Corbett as he took the northward train bound for Utica. But the one central
figure of the curious crowd was a representative of the rural districts who
took his station not more than three feet in front of Corbett as he occupied a
seat by the side of his wife in the waiting room.
The curious
party stood fast for something less than a half-hour looking first at Mr.
Corbett and then at Mrs. Corbett but his look of appreciation, or perhaps
amusement, was not returned by the pugilist who seemed oblivious to his
surroundings. The visitor from the country, however, had the satisfaction of
having a good look at the big fighter.
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| Freer's tavern at Higginsville, N. Y. is located about one mile south of Blodgett Mills, N. Y. In this modern era it has a different appearance and a different owner. |
A Large Company of Cortland People
There Last Night.
At 5:30
o'clock last night there might have been seen, starting from Cortland, two
large sleighs and several private conveyances carrying a large party of
Cortland people toward Higginsville. Landlord Freer, who had been previously
appraised of their coming, had prepared a sumptuous supper which was ready for
them upon their arrival. Mr. Freer knows from experience just what these people
want and always fills the bill. They did full justice to the tempting supper
last night.
After
supper an adjournment was taken to the ballroom [a springboard dance floor—CC
editor] where the evening was spent in dancing, music being furnished by Happy
Bill Daniels' orchestra. All had a good time.
These who
went were Messrs. L. F. Stillman, George Kennedy, R. H. Beard, C. H. Price,
Elmer Williams. D. H. Bingham, John Miller, John C. Seager, N. Jay Peck, A. D.
Wallace, M. B. Ingalls, F. H. Cobb, F. J. Tooke, J. N. Dean, H. P. Johnson, W.
T. Bushby, John Miller, E. E. Ellis, L. T. White, Romanzo Bosworth, O. K.
George, Harry Price, G. J. Maycumber, E. Alley, R. T. Peck, J. W. Angell
and Mr. Norton, with their wives; Mrs. S. W. Sherwood, Mrs. C. H. V. Elliott,
Mrs. J. S. Wood, Misses Martha Miller, May Parker and Messrs. Delos Bauder,
Robert Bushby and T. N. Hollister.
BREVITIES.
—To-morrow
is the last day to pay taxes. Everybody watch out.
—No. 7
[trolley] is running to-day between Cortland and Homer instead of No. 10 which
is undergoing repairs.
—Three
"Wandering Willies" were accommodated with lodging at the police
station last night and this morning sent on their way.
—The new
combination car is very soon to be upon the McGrawville line and No. 16, which
is now running there will do the cross town work.
—The
supervisors' journals for 1895 are published and are now ready for delivery.
Copies can be procured by all those interested at the First National bank.
—A leak in
the dam at the rink yesterday let the ice down very quickly.
The dam has been repaired and to-day the water is
being pumped in again. Skating will probably be in order by to-morrow. At any
rate the flag on the Standard building will be a sure sign.
—To-morrow
night is Ladies' night at the Tioughnioga club. At the last minute it has
proved to be impossible to arrange this month for the entertainment that has been
anticipated. It will come later. As it is no special program will be prepared, but
the room will be open and all ladies will be welcomed. They will be at liberty
to spend an evening there in any way that may be best pleasing to them.
—Mr. Fred
Lucas of Prospect-st., who is employed in the shops of the Cortland Wagon Co,
received quite painful, though not serious injury, by a wagon body falling upon
his neck and right shoulder this morning. His back and shoulder swelled rapidly
and, although suffering keenly, Fred walked to his home, where soothing lotions
were applied to the swollen parts and he hopes to be all right in a
short time.
—Mr. D E.
Kinney has exchanged his house and lot, 16 Groton-ave. with Prof. H. C. Johnson
for his farm of 106 acres west of this village. Possession will be given April
1. Mr. Kinney has been negotiating for this property for some time and feels
fortunate in securing it, as it is the place where he was born and reared. Prof.
Johnson has been practicing law In New York since ceasing to teach, and the
village location will be much more convenient for his family.
—Attorneys
N. L. Miller and I. H. Palmer are in Albany, where the excise cases of the
village of Cortland against Charles B. Warren and J. B. Howard are being argued
in the appellate division of the general term. Both cases are appeals from
judgments for S100 and costs rendered in police court, the judgments having
been sustained in the county court by Judge Eggleston. Attorney Miller appears
for appellants and defendants. Attorney Palmer for respondent and plaintiff.
VITRIFIED BRICK.
Claimed to be the Best Pavement
and Remarkably Cheap.
GALESBURG,
Ill., Jan. 11, 1896.
To the
Editor of the Standard:
SIR—As I
still have a very warm interest in my old home, after an absence of forty-two
years, and as I notice by The STANDARD that you are planning to pave your
streets; allow me to tell you what we have done out here.
We have the
best pavement in the world; never wears out, and some of it has been laid
twelve years, and is still as good as new. It can be taken up in sections of
any size and relaid. It is as smooth as a floor, is easy for a horse to walk
on, and, if properly laid, never changes its level. The vitrified brick of
which it is made is manufactured from a decomposed shale found two and a half
miles east of this city. It is ground as fine as flour, mixed with sufficient
water to dampen it, is then pressed and repressed, and finally burned.
The bricks
are as hard as glass, in fact, they will cut glass. They never absorb water;
they have been left in water a long time, and did not gain in weight as a
result of the test. Five large factories have a capacity for 525,000 brick in
twenty-four hours. Many cities have paved with our brick; Chicago has commenced
to use it, and Galesburg has sixteen miles of such pavement and 150 miles of sidewalk
made of the same.
After the
ground is made level, three to four inches of sand is spread evenly over it;
then the brick are laid on their broad surface, as close together as they can
be placed; sand is swept in to fill all of the interstices, and then four
inches of sand is spread on this first course of brick; then the second course
of brick is laid on their edge, sand is brushed in with care to fill all the
openings, and then the best pavement in the world is ready for the most rigid
tests to which it can be subjected.
This city
has eight miles of electric street railway. By special assessment the property
owners pay for the pavement, the city paying for the street intersections. It
costs from $1.20 to $1.25 per square yard. Much of it has only two inches of
sand between the first and second layers of brick. The brick are 4 by 8 by 2
inches, and each one weighs five or five and a quarter pounds.
We have
twenty thousand inhabitants; last year $90,000 were spent in buildings here. I
remain as ever,
Yours
sincerely,
MARTIN W.
BOONE.
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