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| Syracuse Herald bike race, September 15, 1894. |
Cortland Evening Standard, Thursday,
September 13, 1894.
A BIG
DAY.
Forty-five
Cortland Wheelmen at the State Fair.
The trip to the State fair which forty-five
Cortland wheelmen took yesterday was a most enjoyable one. It was made in the
interest of the Hitchcock Manufacturing Co., whose wheels the boys rode as an
advertisement.
It would be difficult to imagine a merrier
crowd than these cyclists who left on the D., L & W. 6 o'clock train. The
ride was made more enjoyable by their high spirits. The baggage car containing
the wheels was switched off at Syracuse
and was taken to the fair grounds a half hour after the boys arrived. The
wheelmen marched in a body on foot to their headquarters, under the tent of the
large Hitchcock exhibit, where ranks were broken and an hour was spent in
"doing" the fair.
The Hitchcock Manufacturing Co.'s exhibit
was one of the finest of its kind on the grounds. It consisted of a sample of
each of the vehicles which they manufacture, arranged in a tasty manner, which
attracted hundreds of visitors. The striping, which was done by Mr. H. J.
Risley, was some of the finest on the grounds and the various other parts were
in keeping in workmanship. Fifty wheels stacked on one side of the tent set off
the exhibit, while a number of wheels were arranged around the center pole.
After the various buildings had been visited
the boys assembled at the tent and rode in a body over the fine four-mile
saline boulevard to the city. A short tour of the principal streets was made,
after which a scorch [fast ride] was made to the fair grounds. After the
various groups and stragglers had arrived at the Hitchcock tent the line was
then formed and all marched in a body to the W. C. T. U. dining hall, where
dinner was served.
Promptly at 1:30 o'clock all mounted their
wheels and headed by a band made a parade of the grounds, breaking ranks at the
grand stand.
The exhibition drill given by the drill corps
of twenty-four wheelmen was one of the finest events of the afternoon. Capt. C.
H. Drake gave his orders while mounted on a fiery steed from the salt city. The
track was quite narrow, but the wheelmen managed to execute nearly all the
manoeuvres on their wheels. It was something entirely new and the frequent
cheers of the large crowd proved that it was appreciated.
Master Harry Hitchcock of Cortland gave an
exhibition of fancy riding which brought storms of applause. The audience was
more enthusiastic over his trick riding than many of the contested bicycle
races. The little fellow is only about 6 years of age, but he is conceded to be
the best fancy rider in this section of the state.
The bicycle races were all good. Jenney'a
past illness prevented him from doing his best and Fisher walked off with
nearly all the firsts. The Hitchcock wheelmen returned to Cortland on the 6:20
and 11:20 o'clock trains. The latter was a heavy train and did not reach
Cortland till nearly midnight. A drunken man by the name of Bennett pulled the
bell cord and brought the train to a dead standstill a short distance this side
of Preble. As the train did not stop there, he said he wanted to get off and so
pulled the cord. The conductor secured the names of witnesses and made
arrangements to push the case against the man. There have been a number of
accidents from such a proceeding and the law in regard to it is very rigid. The
man was let off at Homer and it will undoubtedly be some time before he
"monkeys" with the machinery of a train again.
All reached home without mishap.
Ladies'
Literary Club Begin the New Season Auspiciously.
The Ladies' Literary club of Cortland has
entered upon its fifteenth season of work, its first meeting being held
Wednesday, Sept. 12, at the home of the Misses Adams on North Church-st. Its
new officers, Miss Sara A. Saunders, president, and Mrs. Lydia H. Cheney,
secretary, are instated, and with a most attractive outline of study in the
hands of each member, a delightful vista of the year is opened to the ladies.
The time will be spent with the personalities and writings of Holmes, Bancroft,
Bryant, Willis, Motley, Whittier, Dana, Wallace and song writers.
Among the business items of yesterday's
meeting Mrs. Martha L. Bradford was transferred from the active to the honorary
list and Mrs. W. A. Cornish was elected as a member of the club. The
names of Miss Clara J. Robinson and Miss Mary E. Trow were proposed for
membership, awaiting vacancies in the limited number of the club.
The literary program for the afternoon
consisted of a "round table" discussion of Oliver Wendell Holmes,
which was replete with anecdotes and descriptions of the author, Mrs. Clara H.
Banta presented an interesting paper on "Holmes as a College
Professor." Mrs. Alice M. Bardwell read amusing selections from "The
Autocrat at the Breakfast Table" and Miss Martha Roe discussed Holmes as a
poet. In the absence of Miss Halbert, Mrs. Grace Walrad read the musical
selection on the program, "Yankee Girls."
One of the most delightful treats of the
afternoon was the reading of a letter from Dr, Holmes himself. It was a relic
of former days of the club when in its first year, in 1880, Holmes was the
subject of study and in reply to a note of the secretary the poet wrote this
letter sparkling with his own characteristic wit and happily turned phrases.
The meeting for Sept. 20 will conclude the
study of Holmes and will be held at the home of Miss Editha Stephens.
George-Johanson.
About thirty of the most immediate relatives
and friends of the contracting parties assembled yesterday afternoon at the
residence of Mr. J. B. George at Freeville to witness the marriage of his son,
Mr. Edgar F. George of Freeville to Miss Alfhild M. Johanson of Tivoli on-the-Hudson.
After the ceremony, which was performed at 4 o'clock by Rev. G. E. Hamilton, an
elaborate wedding supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. George left for Tivoli, which
they expect to make their future home.
Mrs. George is matron at the Watts DuPuyster
Industrial school for girls. The groom
is a brother of Mr. O. K. George of the Western Union Telegraph office of
Cortland.
CONVENTION WORK.
SEVERAL
AMENDMENTS RECEIVE FINAL ACTION.
Lively Fight
Over the Proposition to Place Restrictions On Prison Labor—No Free Rides
For State Officers—Length of Citizenship Before Eligible to Vote. Other
Measures Passed—Republicans In Caucus.
ALBANY, Sept. 13.—The result of the work of
the constitution convention for the day, so far as the passage of the
amendments for the consideration of the people next November is concerned,
consists of final action upon these measures by the appended vote:
Compelling a person to be a naturalized
citizen for at least 60 days before he shall be allowed to cast a vote. Yeas
102, nays 64.
Providing that legislative annual sessions shall
open on the first Wednesday in January instead of the first Tuesday after the
first Monday as now. Yeas 123, nays, 79.
Making it a misdemeanor to give to any public
officer, or for any such official to take, a railroad pass, free
transportation, franking privilege or reduced rates, and granting immunity to
corporation officers who give evidence against public officers accepting such
passes. Yeas 96, Nays 44.
Providing that there shall not be any prison
labor competition with outside labor, and that no goods shall be manufactured
in the state prisons except for the use of state institutions and for the
improvement of the prisons themselves. Yeas 91,
nays 51.
Providing for bi-partisan boards of election
at general elections in all election districts of the state, cities included,
except town and village elections. Yeas, 123; nays, 9.
By far the liveliest fight of the day in the
convention occurred upon the amendment introduced by Mr. McDonald of Albany to
prohibit prison labor competition and to allow the prisoners to work only upon
such articles as are necessary to the prisons and prisoners themselves or for
the inmates of other institutions.
Up to the time of the taking of the final
vote upon the question no politics or animus of any kind was displayed, the
members merely contenting themselves with taking sides upon the issue as is
done in the case of any other amendment.
Upon a motion of Mr. McDonough's to report
the bill to third reading there was a close vote, and the chairman declared the
motion defeated.
Mr. McMillan of Erie immediately made a demand for a roll call, and in explaining
his attitude scored the members who had voted to defeat the measure for voting
against the interests of the working people.
On the roll call there was a disposition on
the part of members to leave the chamber, while others remained yet refused to
vote. Some dozen or more members explained their reasons for voting either way,
and Mr. Bowers startled the Democrats by signifying his intention to vote against
the measure because he did not think it wise to make the prisoners idle.
Following close upon Mr. Bowers' explanation
came almost as startling a surprise when President Choate from the floor
explained his vote against the measure. He said: "I voted against this measure
after hearing all of Mr. McDonough's arguments, and all the arguments that were
presented so faithfully by the friends of this proposition in committee of the
whole and I propose still to vote against it because nothing that they said convinced
me that it was right. I have been strongly urged to vote for it on the ground
that votes could be obtained for other measures before this convention. I scorn
to vote on any such ground as that. I have been urged to vote for it upon the ground
that it would gain votes for the party to which I belong. I detest any such
argument as that. (Applause.)
"The welfare and good government of our
state prisons is a matter of the highest interest to the whole people. It is
far greater than the interest of any class. I say it will be a very great wrong
to tie the hands of this state for 20 years so that it cannot accord to the
best results of modern science in the conduct and good government of our state
prisons and the relations of labor inside to that outside."
Up to the finishing of the first roll call
the measure had 81 votes, 88 being necessary to pass it.
Mr. Barhite demanded that the absentees be
called and insisted that every member of the body inside of the railing should
be compelled to vote.
Nearly a dozen members had tally sheets in
their hands while as many more together with the large lobby present, were
urging the members who had not voted to place themselves on record.
Two members, after hearing Mr. Choate speak,
changed their votes from the negative to the affirmative.
As successive ayes were obtained the
enthusiasm of those in favor of the bill grew apace, and when the final
announcement was made that the measure had received 91 affirmative and only 51
negative votes, there was lusty cheering.
Mr. Lauterbach's amendment, extending
bipartisan election boards to all country districts as well as city boards in
general elections, was passed.
On motion of Mr. Hall the educational
article was made a special order on third reading immediately after the
disposal of the charities article.
The judiciary article was taken up with one
hour for discussion. Before the time of debate had expired the convention
adjourned.
PAGE
TWO—EDITORIALS.
Vive la
Republique!
Twenty-four years ago the 4th of this
September the French republic was proclaimed amid tears, misgivings and almost
despair. None knew even whether France would be left longer as an independent
power. Two days before on Sept. 2, 1870, Napoleon III had surrendered to the
king of Prussia at Sedan. In the midst of cloud, storm and darkness the infant
republic was born and cradled upon the waves of war.
Storms have rocked it ever since, yet now
the beautiful republic has lasted to within one year of a quarter of a century.
The anarchists that hovered like evil birds over its childhood could not kill
it. Boulanger tried to ride over French liberty as the picturesque man on
horseback and dictator, and he met a miserable death by self-murder. The Panama
canal scandal could not shake the republic. Its greatest, best beloved
president was assassinated, and France still mourns, but the glorious republic lives
on. It is not yet as free as ours, but the cause of civil and religious liberty
has been marching forward with steady step for 20 years. The French are notably
freer now than they were in 1874.
One of the brightest promises for the perpetuity
of free France is the indication that after all these years the bitter hatred
between France and Germany may be extinguished. For the future of our sister in
Europe there is bright hope. This September we send our best hopes for her
welfare across the sea to her and shout with her, "Vive la Republique!"
The
Electrical Kitchen.
The cost of electricity is all that prevents
its immediate utilization in nearly every situation where heat and light are
wanted. Undoubtedly early in the twentieth century even farmers' wives will do
their cooking by electricity. The wear and tear of life that will be saved in
that day is incomputable. Electricians ought to work with all their might and
enthusiasm to produce electricity cheaply. Then the marvels related in Bulwer's
"Coming Race" will be every day events in all families.
Electrical kitchens are making their way
slowly. A wealthy man in Brooklyn has his house fitted with one. There is in
New York city an electrical dining club, where food is cooked in the new way.
It is necessary to have the utensils specially made. A contrivance is attached
whereby they can be hooked to the wires. Then the button is pressed. The cook
learns just what temperature she wants for boiling, broiling, roasting or
baking. That temperature is secured by the strength of the current, which may
be regulated by a key. The temperature is shown by a thermometer. Then, knowing
just how long it will take to cook a given dish, no more watching is required.
The cook may go off and play the piano till the time is up.
[Cow Rumor.]
The cow that gives black milk has got as far
as Pennsylvania. We are glad to see she is able still to keep moving, for she
must be near 30 years old now.
BREVITIES.
—Only about a dozen Cortland people went to
the State fair this morning.
—An interesting comparison in the price of
butter during the last sixteen years will today be found on our seventh page.
—The new Pullman coaches are now being run
on all the E., C. & N. passenger trains and add greatly to the comfort of
the passengers.
—About thirty Cortland people attended the
Tompkins county fair to-day. The E., C.
& N. are selling round-trip excursion tickets, which include entrance to
the grounds for $1.25.
—Mr. Deloyia's gang of Italians at the
outlet of the sewer broke the record yesterday for laying pipe. Two hundred
ninety-two feet were laid. This is the biggest day's work the firm have done
since they began work.
—The store of E. E. Green and the postoffice
at Otisco Valley were totally destroyed by fire at about 5 o'clock Wednesday
morning. The cause of the fire is not known. Everything was lost, including all
the postoffice records, supplies and undelivered mail.
—Cortland people found an old friend in
charge of the exhibit of Leiter Brothers of 304 and 306 South Salina-st.,
Syracuse, dealers in pianos, organs and musical instruments, in the person of
Mr. Charles Mee, who has been kept busy all through the fair playing for large
crowds.
—The regular meeting of the Woman's
Christian Temperance union will be held in their rooms, West Court-st.,
Saturday, Sept. 15. The consecration service will commence promptly at 2:30,
conducted by Mrs. J. S. Squires, after which important business will be
transacted, followed by reports of the annual county convention held at
Cincinnatus Sept. 5 and 6.
NEW
SEWER CONTRACTORS.
Mr.
Nicholson Sells Out to Doe & Deloyia.
A change has been made in the firm of Doe,
Nicholson & Deloyia,
who are putting in the sewers. Mr. Nicholson, who had charge of the Port
Watson-st. gang of men, has sold his interest in the firm to the other two
partners, who expect to finish the job. Mr. Nicholson has been so ill that he
could not work all the time and be has also been called to his home at Port
Huron, Mich., by illness in his family. He became rather discouraged and sold
his interest to the other members of the firm.
Mr. Nicholson is a man, like the other members
of the firm, whom it is a pleasure to meet. During his short stay here he has
made many friends, all of whom greatly regret his departure. Mr. Flint of
Jamestown will act as foreman of Mr. Nicholson's gang. He comes to Cortland well
recommended and will undoubtedly sustain the reputation of the firm. The firm
will hereafter be known as Doe & Deloyia.
A STRAW
RIDE.
Mr. and
Mrs. C. A. Hart of McLean Royally Entertain.
There was a straw ride to McLean last night
and a company of Cortland people were most royally entertained at the home of
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Hart at that place. The party started in two wagons at
6 o'clock and arrived at their destination a little before 8 o'clock. Mr. and
Mrs. Hart were assisted in their entertaining by Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Losey of
Groton. The house is large, and the first floor rooms open into each other in a
manner very convenient for a large company. It was a very informal affair, and
there was no end of fun. There was fine music, both vocal and instrumental, and
at the sound of the latter, some of the company found it utterly impossible to keep
their feet still. As there was no regulation that they should [not] do so, for
a short time the light fantastic was indulged in. There were hammocks on the
broad piazzas, and after one couple had been occupying a single hammock for a
considerable time, their friends took pleasure in sending them a lantern, so
that they should not get frightened in the darkness.
As no one had procured bouquets in advance
for the singers, various products of the farm were brought into requisition,
and one performer was presented with a cabbage head, while another received a
half bushel of tomatoes.
Elaborate and delicious refreshments were
served. Four guests developed most wonderful appetites, and two of them are
said to be quite prostrated today by overeating.
It was nearly 1 o'clock when the loads reached
Cortland, happy but tired. The
company was composed of the following: Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Puder of Savannah,
Ga., Mrs. S. W. Sherwood, Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Waters, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. P.
Hollenbeck, Misses Belle and Maud Fitzgerald, Miss Minnie Fitzgerald of
Chicago, Misses Cornelia A. and Mary H. White, Misses Cornelia L. Brown, Grace
K. Duffey and Julia Sugerman, Miss Lillian Tyson of Savannah, Ga., and Miss [Rubie]
Kline of Binghamton, Messrs. T. P. Bristol, O. A. Kinney, F. L. McDowell, H. A.
Dickinson, A. A. Freeman, Edwin Duffey, Frank Jepson and Edward Beach.
