Tur Datty Examiner. i JUNE 20, 1884. } ' James G. Blaine. Iv is to be regretted that many journals, including a large number of those published in Canada, are misrepre senting and maliguing the nominee of the Republicans for the office of President. Fair play is a jewel, prized in the United States as well as here; and we should not be much surprised if the result of all. the reviling will be Mr. Blaine’s election The tactics pursued at the present time will almost certainly drive to the support of Mr. Blaine that great factor in populer elections, viz., popular sympathy. And this is the more likely from the fact that in the United States, as in Canada, the} best abused man is usually the best man. Indeed, it will—as the London 7 mes, in its most recent criticism of the political situation in the States, says,—"“be curious if the selection of Blaine, who possesses greater ability than any other presidential can | didate, with one or two exceptions, since the earliest days of the Republic, should result in the defeat of the Republican party after an unbroken ascendancy of a quarter of a century.” That Mr. Blaine was the choice of the great mass of the Republican party is evident, and it is admitted he did not seek the nomination. It was distinctly understood that he had no desire for the honor. He has been for a long time, and is still, busy on an historical work— “Twenty years of Congress’—a period from Lincoln to Garfield, the first volume of which appeared ia April last. Never before had the people been so truly re- presented at a National Convention. The delegates to the late Chicago Con vention had been chosen through prim- ary meetings of the mass of the Repub- licane. Heretofore it had been the practice for squads or cliques of office- holders, or a small number of wire- pullers, to meet and appoint delegaces to state and national conventions, called to nominate candidates to state or national offices, Four years ago the attempt was made to force ihe nomination of Gen. Grant for a third term by the unit rule. Mr. Blaine was then the most promin ent candidate next to Gen. Grant; but as the Grant phalanx, the recowned 303, remained solid, the opposing elements in the convention united on Garfield. Mr. Blaine had also been & candidate four years previously,but im both cases the politicians prevented an expression of the will of the people, and in both instances Mr. Blaine was de- feated. Before the Convention in 1880 broke up, it was decided that a new rule for the election of delegates should be adopted, and that each Congressional dis- trict throughout the Union should choose delegates to the National Conventions, and that each delegate should be free to vote for the man of his choice, thus con- demning the unit rule. A word respecting this unit rule may not be out of place. The unit rule was a favorite thing with “machine” politicians. It enabled the few to rule the many, and made it easy for a few audacious me. to nominate the met of their choice, as it prevented a free expression ofthe opinion or will of the delegates individually. The system had got to be something of av unwritten law ; and at the Chicago convention of 1880, for instance, Corkling and others in New York, contented that because a majority of the seventy-five delegates (about forty) from New York were in favor of Geo. Grant, the vote of New York should be given as aunit for Grant. Gea. Logan, who headed the Illinois delegation, which showed a majority for Grant, also advo- cated the unit rule. Had the rule been made absolute, then Gen. Grant would have received the nomination. Opposition to the rule caused much bad blood, and, as we have already said, the Convention decided that for the future each delegate should in Convestion vote as they individually pieased, and that the National Committee should issue calls: for the next Convention (which has just met and nominated Blaine) in accord- ance with the resolution agreed upon ; and to do away as much as possible with “Bossism,” and to give ex- pression as much as _ possible to the will of the people, the delegates should be chosen by the primary assemblies of the party. Under these rulings the delegates were sent to the late Convention directly by the mass of the Republican voters, and a large majority of the delegates were in- structed to vote for Mr. Blaine. He is, undoubtedly,personally, the most popular man in the United States, and is a majority candidate. Of Mr. Blaine, the London Times, a paper which stands at the head of the journals of the world, and is careful io its utterances, says, regarding the nomi- nation of Mr. Blaine: “ Beyond all question he is the most conspicuous poli- tician of the Republican party, which bas doue itself honor by the nomination nad coe aoe renee * ons: snksabheds aoe . — . ae }aZ3 pota Me. oe « Us oes Oehew . & ; of so well-known and so distinguished a o er me 683 00 man.” The Times also says that he is| 179 jos pork.. 12.09 , gestures are full of grace and fire ; his self- jon the stump in almost every Northern en ere a $2690.60 Sa aoe AL SS THE possession is never lost. He has appeared State, and is an exceedingly popular and atfective campaign orator. His faculties | have a keen edge; his memory is remark- | ably retentive; and his practical knowledge of men and affairs has a broad range. This comprehensive knowledge, broad rather than deep, is one of the secrets of his popu- larity. He knows men from one end of the country to the other, and he knows what they are thinking about.” Mr. Blaine is the possessor of a hand- some fortune, acquired through shrewd aud prudent management of a valuable coal tract in Pennsylvania, which he has owned for the last twenty years. H. M. 8S. Canada. rHE BALL aT GOVERNMENT HOUSE. Last evening, His Honor Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. Haviland entertained His Royal Highness Prince George and the Officers of H. M. S. Canada, by a grand ball. {it was a brilliant and enjoyable affair. Following is a list of the guests who were present His Royal Highness Prince George of Wales. Captain Francis Durrant. Lieuts. F. 8S. Pelham, R. B. Abdy, Hon. Stanley Colville. Staff-Surgeon A. G. Delmege. Sub-Lieut. J. C. Gaisford. Midshipmen H. H. Campbell, A. C Allgood, W. G. C. Ruck-Keene, 5S. Freemantle. Lapies—Mrs. Arnaud, Mrs. Blanchard, Miss L. Brecken, Miss A. Brecken, Miss Ball, Miss E. Brown, Miss G. Brown, Miss Auly, Miss D, Coles, Miss Davies, Miss Duff, Miss DeBlois, Miss B. Gay, Mrs Haslewood, Miss Hensley, Miss K. Hens- ley, Miss Hoil, Miss M. Hobkirk, Miss irving, Miss A. Jenkins, Mrs. G. Long- worth, Miss B. Longworth, Miss A. J. Longworth, Miss P. Longworth, Mrs. Maxwell, Mrs. N. McLeod, Miss Newbery, Miss E. Palmer, Miss B. Palmer, Mrs. H. J. Palmer, Miss L. Palmer, Miss E. Palmer, Mrs. James Peake, Mrs. Rayden, Miss G. Rayden, Miss M, Rayden, Mrs. Slogcett, Mrs. W. H. Stewart, Miss Stewart, Mrs. Worden. GeNTLEMEN—Messrs. Arnaud, A. Ander- son, W. Anderson, Doctor Blanchard, J. G. H. Brown, H. Carveil, Parker Carvell, R. Cant, F. J. Conroy. L. H. Davies, M. P.; Lieut.-Colonel Freeland, M. J. Fitz- Gerald, J. G. Grant, Lieut.-Colonel; R. R. Hodgson, A. D. C.; H. Haszard, W. H. Haszard, Major Irving, Lieut. J. A. Long- worth, Hon. N. McLeod, W. A. O. Morson, F. T. Newbery, A. Newbery, L. C. Owen, Jr., Major Peake, A. D. C.; George Peake, G. H. Peake, H. J. Palmer, E. Palmer, H. V. Palmer, R. Palmer, C. D. Rankin, Hon. W. W. Sullivan, Attorney- General; R. Sloggett, P. L. Sloggett, W H. Stewart, W. A. Worden, United States Consul. Training of Active Militia. The Active Militia of this Military Dis- trict will perform their annual training in Brigade Camp, at Hunter River, com- mencing Ist July next. The several corps will be formed in Brigade under command of Lieut.-Colonel Taylor, Deputy Adjutent- General, commanding the district. The following will be the strength in Corps :— Lieut.-Colonel Taylor, D. A. G., in com- mand. Lieut.-Colone! Freeland, Brigade Major. Dr. Warburton, Surgeon. Three Staff Sergeante. Artillery—Two Batteries and Head- quarter Staff of P. E. lL. Brigade Garrison Artillery. Engineers—Charlottetown Company. Infantry—Four Companies and Head- quarter Staff of 82nd Batt. One Company Prince County Provincial Batt.: On the occasions when Active Militia of this Island have been called upon for duty, they have always won the good opinions and favorable report of officers in command and competent to judge, and we hope the several corps selected to form the Active Brigade, will do their utmost to maintain the good name of our Militia. Officers and men will, we are sure, remem- ber that when called out in this way, they come before the world in the annual report that is made of the several Camps of Exercises, a report which is read by the Millitary of all nations. We feel sure that our officers and men will do their duty in this instance. a —_—_—— + © a + -- Cur Advertisers. Carvell Bros. received fifteen boxes of cheese to-day, which will be sold cheap. Artemas Lord calls for tenders for the conveyance of 300 tons of coal from Pictou to Georgetown. A. McNeill, Auctioneer, will sell flowers and plants at his auction room, to-morrow, at eleven o'clock. The Emerson Glee Club annonnece that they have secured the services of Prof. Friese, a8 musical director. James Coleman informs the public that excursion return tickets, at one first-class fare, will be issued from all stations on the line of railway, on Dominion Day, good to return up to and including the 3rd July. > @+ > <-e¢ @- Summerside Exports. SUMMERSIDE, June 18. Shipped per Str. St. Lawrence, Evans, Master, for Point du Chene : one who is “eminently fitied to represent and uphold the dignity of the United | States.” ; | An American paper, a firm sud ardent | supporter of Mr. Blaine, says of him: ‘* Mr. Blaine is now in his 55th vear. | OR CR OO aes Fo oo el os $200 00 Although above medium height, he is so | 604 bags potatoes.................... 287 00 corpactly built that he scarcely seems tall, | 203 cases eggs... ..... 6.6... e eee eee 731.00 His features are large and expressive. He IN. aes sina 0.0 6 « Mand elon 60.00 is slightly bald and his neatly-trimmed beard is prematurely grey; his brows are lowering and his eyes keen. On the floor of Congrest he manifested marvellous power and nerve. His voice is rich and melodi- ous; his delivery is fluent and vigorous; his $3611.00 SUMMERSIDE, June 1%, Shipped per steamer Princess of Wales, Cameron, master, jor Point du Chene:— Be te Ak, gnc ccccncds... .. 6 00 $1,284.00 The Duke of Westminster's residence, at Chester, is guarded for foar of the dyna- LO IO waa rene . —y i aie N. B. & P. BH. I. Methodist Con- rerence OPENING OF THE 12TH ANNUAL SESSION ELECTION OF OFFICERS —OTHER BUSINESS PRANSACTED. The eleventh and last session of the N. B. and P. E. 1. Methodist Conference under the auspices of the Methodist Church of Canada, convened in the Centenary Chureh on the morning of the 18th inst. Sixty-six Ministers were in attendance. Rev. Stephen T. Teed, President, occupied the chair, Rev. R. W. Waddell acting as Secretary. The election of a president was then pro- ceeded with. On the firat ballot twenty- seven votes were cast for Rev. John Read, nine for Rev. Robert Wilson, six for Rev. Joha Burwash, and the remainder scatter- ing. On the second ballot Mr. Read was elected, the vote standing: Rev. Mr. Read 30, Rev. Mr. Wilson 10, Rev. Mr. Bur- wash 8. the president-elect being called to the chair, was warmly welcomed by the retir- ing president, Rev. 8S. T. Teed. Mr. Read returned his sincere thanks to the Con- ference for the honor conferred on him He need not say that he was affected by the vote; he did feel deeply complimented by it. Twenty-one years ago, under the finishing hand of Dr. Pickard, he had gone to his first circuit on the upper waters of the St. John. Good fishermen always fish down stream, and he had kept journeying eastward until he reached St. John, where he was now permitted to hold the con- fidence of the Conference. He asked the forbearance and help of the Conference in his efforts to discharge the somewhat peculiar duties of this session, the closing one of the present dispensation. After three ballots Rev. Robt. Wilson was elected secretary. Rev. Job. Shenton was elected journal secretary on the third ballot. Rev. Messrs. Fisher and Baker were elected assistant secretaries. Rev. Mr. Chappeil was elected assistant journal secretary and Rev. D. D. Moore was ap- pointed reporter for the Wesleyan. A letter was received from Rev. Dr. Stewart informing the conference that he could not attend the session on account of lameness, and suggesting that Mr. Dein stadt be appointed treasurer of the educa- tional fund. Rev. Mr. Deinstadt was accordingly ap- pointed deputy and the letter writers were notified to reply to Dr. Stewart’s note, ex pressing the sincere sympathy of the con ference at his illness and regret that he was unable to attend the session. At the Missionary Meeting held in the evening, the following report of the Mis- sionary Society was read:—‘*Ten years ago the mission work of thess Provinces was placed on a new basis. Prior to that, the Home and Foreign Missions were distinct, but they were then united. In the year 1884 another change takes placc, whereby the different bodies are made one and the labors greatly extended. During the past decade the contributions of the N. B. & P. E. Ll. Conference to this fund have amount- ed to $62,383.50. The amount received from the general missionary funds during the same period towards the support of missions within the bounds ef our own Province has been $84,812.39, showing a difference between the amount contributed to the general fund and the amount receiv- ed therefrom of $22,441.89. The sum con- tributed, however, does not include the amount of investments paid over at the time of the union by our Home Missions nor the amounts since contributed in the form of legacies, some of which have been quite large, which amounts form part of the in- vestments of the missionary society. Giving credit for the whole of these amounts, it must be a matter of regret to most thought- ful persons to find that a very large sum has been taken from the purely foreign field and expended on ground enjoying the knowledge of God within the limits of the Conference. Passing on, the rev. gentleman said the increase of mem- bers in China for the year was only seventeen, in view of which the chairman writes very regretfully, although the Word has been faithfully preached. The finances show an improvement on last year. The receipts from this Conference, last year, were as follows :— iy A ew ee ee $1,245 13 re 908° 43 Miramichi ee 416 75 Sackville Oe eee y sees eek $30 46 es gal 374 84 P.E, Island ‘ eee ee i... $5,735 84 Circuit expenses for Conference.... 134 8&5 Net ameount..i.. 00... «5568, 600 Last year the amount subscribed was $5,290.27; net increase, $310.72. Flowers & Plants. ——- Y AUCTION, To-morrow (Saturday), June 2st, at eleven o'clock, at my Auction Room, a large and varied collection of Piowers and Plants, from L. McLauchlin’s Nursery, West River, Pictou, N. S., consist- ing of Asters, Roses, Verbenas, Bordering Crassulas, Begonias, Petunias (double and single), Camelea, Rustic Blocks, Daisies, Pansies, Fuschias, Pelargoniums, Geranivms, Ivys, Hanging Pots, Azalias, Cactus, Helio tropes, Coleus, Abutilous, New Chrysanthus Goodclias, ete. > A, MecNEILL, Auctioneer, Ch’town, June 20, 1884. CHEESE. i5 Boxes Received To-day. CARVELL BROS. June 20-—- Li "4 “¢" 2 -4 eee W EK, the undersigned, wishing to improve in the art of Singing, have secured the service of Prof. Friese, as Musical Director, and have formed a combination to be kaown as the *‘Emerson Glee Club.” Miss Katie Knight, Miss Annie Findley, Senrano; Miss Jessie Knight, Miss Maggie | weeks, Alto; Mr. Wm, Koight, Mr, Jolin! Moore, Tenor; Mr. Frank Beer, Mr. George Stanley, Basso. Miss Bessie Lewis, Acoun- | panist. “19 {h town, rerr4 Per order. miters. , e*? ° ae ‘ rt 1. ‘June 20, 1884. TxA MINER. FLED I PE OF Pee * ” ES ¥ ene O ; TUwHw ——— eS o——--——_- THE SEASIDE HOT Rustico Beach, P. E. f. O season on July Ist. The Proprietors will spare no pains to make this desirable summer resort in the Provinces. well known to need any commendation. per week for months. town time. Trains leave Charlottetown for Hunter River at 6a m., 8 25 a. m-, and - 7 Hunter River for Charlottetown 8 a. m., 2.38 p. m., and 6 ‘* Hunter River for Summerside 7 a m., 10.08 a, m., ** Summerside for Hunter River 6.10 a. m , 12.35 p. m., and Trains are run on Kastern Standard Time, slower than Charlottetown time. to Seaside. Ch’town, June 18, 1884.—9m 18384. The House Tau s es BEAUTIFUL SUMMER RESORT Tide This well-known WATERING PLACE will open for the | carts, on the Queen TERMS—82.00 to $2.50 per day ; $10.50 per week; $8.50 Coach will leave Charlottetown every Wednesday and Sunday evening, calling for guests; reti rning every Thursday and Mouday morning, at 9 o lock, a. wn., Charlotte- 3 40 p. m 15 p. m. and 5p. m 15h p. mm which is 47 minntes and 20 seconds Mr. Bagnall will meet Trains from all points at Hunter River, to convey passengers is too! fate a> — ! ‘Dominiod Stectie Mother Light | QQEALED TENDER®, for the conveyance | KI of about 300 tons Round Coal. trom the ; Acadia Mines, Pictou, to Gu orgetown, will be received by the Agent of the Department of Marine and Fisheries ( hariottetown, up to | Monday, the 30th instant, at nv on, The whole quantity to be velivered into Wharf, on or before ¢ | 15th September, 1884. Mreight paid owe | Mines weight-—2,240 lbs. per tor, “courity the most | will be required for the ruil performance of | the contract. ARTEMAS LORD, Agent Marine and Fisheries, Ch'town, Jun@20, 1854—3i eod her t! 30th Pf. StAHD RUNWAY DURUNION DAY, 1804, a eee RETURN TICKETS, at one First Class Fare, will be issued to and from all Stations on this Railway, by afternoon trains on 30th Jane, instant, and by all Trains on Dominion Day. July Ist, good to return up te and he nding July 3d, 1884, (Oe iL Summer Goods, which stuck at very low prices. money. Remember the place : the Market House. — Ch’town, June 17, 1884.—dy wkly oe —_———— —— -—— tian Carter’s Imperial, Champion, wiirvine’s, Hing of Swede, sution’s Norfolk, Ch’town, June 14—2aw —_———ws ——— PICNICS! TEAS, BALLS, PARTIES, —AND— Public Gatherings, O* all kinds, supplied with all suitable Refreshments, at the cheapest prices, on application to VATCHER, MURPHY & CO., at the Star Confectionery, or at the “Little Shop around the Corner,” Great George St. Vatcher, Murphy & Co. manufaciure all the articles they furnish, from the best and purest materials, and, with their experience, guarantee satisfaction. Ginger Reer, Ginger Ale, Syrups, Soda Water, Sweet Cider, ————— NOTICE 1\ consequence of the loss of the b: a Fruit Cake, Plain Cake, Pastry, Washington Pies, Sponge Cake, &c.. &e ; &c * of the best quality, will be sold, pool, to | several large coutracts for Teas for the coming | at cheaper prices than by an other concern on the Island. As V. M. & Co., have already entered into | Ports in P, E. Island season, committees and others will eall or write early for prices and terms, CONFECTIONERY, Pure and vnadulterated, (no imported trash). at the cheapest rates. Jane 16. vee Sallg Ol of about the For freight or passage apply in J Pitcairn Brothers, 51 South John | here to owners, Ch’town, June 13, 1884. SHIPMENTS OF NEW GOUDS | W. & A. BROWN & CO, AVE just opened a further large shipment of Fashionable will be sold out with the other Do not fail to inspect these Goods if you want to save A lot of BALES and CASES daily expected from Lendon DesBrisay’s Building, Next Deorto Beer & Gofl’s. Opposite (MRS. YOUNG’S MILLINERY ROOMS UP STAIRS.) We. & A. BROWN & CH. TURNIP SEED! CHOICE VARIETIES Beer & Goff's WHOLESALE. & RETATTIB,. BEER & GOFF. T) MERCHANTS, barkentine Lthel Blanche, we have substituted the ar (‘f°O LEI—Two Tencments. Possession i given unmediately. Appiy to WaLrER 4 | Lowe, Kent Street, East, | june2, tf. McLEOD, MASTER, 590 tons register, to go on the berth at Liver. | Sarry Fesight for this and ether AY THROUGH RATES, Ist July | averpool to | Street, or PEAKE BROS, & CO. JAMbs CULES. ude Superintendent, Rutlway Office, Cl’town, June 20, 1884, [pat eod all wy pa tl jyl TREES| ERSONS intending to plant Trees, Shrubs, Vines, Roses, and new varities of small Fruits ia the fall of 1884, can be sup plied on application at the REVERE HOUSE, J.%. CHAPMAN, General Agent for J. ¥. Rupert, Rochester, New York. Ch’town June 17 —4in WANTS, LOST, FOUNB, de, WA. SERVANT MAN whe thoroughly understands the care of i0rses, carriages, harness, etc,, and general work about premises, including gardening and a little farmiog, to whom liberal wages will be given, if found a suitable man. Apply at once to Joun Lyas. [junei8 2i ow PQOARDERS WANTED—A few persons can be accommodated by Mrs. E. Doyle, King Street, between Prince and Hillsborough Streets. Also a hand Lathe for sale. [junel9 ————$ ee ANTED—A Girl for general house- work. Good wages. Apply at Tag EXAMINER OFFICE. [junel9 7 LET—The two-story Dwelling House, Outbuildings and Carden opposite the residence of the undersigned, Rev. Mr. Hodgson’s and Lieut. Haslewood’s, Grafton Street (West). Sewer to the River. Pos- session On the 20th instant. Apply to Jno. Wa. Morrison, [junelé ] OARDERS WANTED—A few first-class Poarders may fiad suitable (quarters on application to Mrs, W. Kennedy, Brick ifuuse, Hiils} Orgvehb Pa: k, ijunelé ti MILE Cow For sale Apply at Tux AVE Examiner (ttice, {junel6 NOUND—A nawber of Grain Bags, In- 4 T quire at THE &XAMINER Uitice. [junel6 Vj TANLLID—A Servant Girl for a small V family, in Moncton, N. B. Expenses to Moncron paid. W ages at least $6.00 per month, Apply at this oifice. [junel4 JASTU RAGE for four cows. Apply at the office of E. J. Hopeson. | junel4 61 A] VTICE is hereby given to thoce persons AN who were indebted to K. W. Tremaine, at the close of his business in this city, that unless the amounts standing against them are paid, at the otiice of DesErisay & Angus, with- vut further delay, they will be handed over to a solicitor for collection.--J, DrsBrisay, [2aw wkiy tf few thousand ' Cabbage Plants on sale by John Colwill, Head of Queen Street. {junel3 lw wy \ AN ee a good steady 4 man, for. general work. Must have some knowledge of farming Apply to R. R. FitzGerald, Charlottetown Royalty. {junelZ 7 LET—In a private family, two rooms, furnished or unturnished, with board. Pleasaut central location. Apply at Exam- INKR OFFICE. [junel2 W ANTED.—A First-class Coat Maker. We will pay the highest prices given by any house in the Trade, toa First-Class Coat Maker. We guarantee steady work. Apply at once to—Joun MacLuop & Co. [june ll 7 LET —Two Furnished Rooms, with use ot Kitchen. Apply at this office. fjune ll V ANTED— A Young Man as Clerk in a Diy Goods Stove. Must have experi- ence and good reference. Apply at this office. [jvae? SITUATION WANTED—In an office, store or warehouse, bya man of experi- ence. Good references if required. Appiy at EXAMINER OFFICE. | juned i TED,—An upholsterer, constant work, good wages. Apply at once to Mark Wricur & Co, [am 27 I ” ENT MILLS and other choice brands FA. family Flour for salo by Henry Beer. | Otlice and Warehouse, Water Street, near | Ferry Wharf. imayl “¥°O LET—A House on King Stret, be- tween Hhilsborough and Weymouth Sts, Possession immediately. Also a Wareheuse on Grafton Street. Apply to WiLtLiamM ro [may * lf7xx0 LET—A HOUSE AND GARDEN, g with land, on Malpeque Road. Posses sion immediately. Apply toS. W. DODD, Medical Hall, {ap29 Sw tu ir