The Scandal at the Almshouse

Those who have examined thoroughly into the almshouse deal and are out that its true inwardness shall be exposed to the light of day were active yesterday in discussing ways and means of forcing a thorough judicial inquiry. They claim that evidence of which they were not cognizant but which they are positive was placed at the disposal of the grand jury has come into their possession which will furnish a basis for the criminal prosecution of some of the parties concerned by means of information. The fact that the grand jury failed to indict does not bar criminal prosecution. James Parke, speaking of the plans of the gentlemen with whom he is associated in the matter, said the suit to enjoin the treasurer will be brought on Monday. We have been in consultation with Judge Greene concerning the matter. We have been informed that the injunction suit is the proper action to be brought, and are confident of success. Judge Greene is busy looking up the law regarding the powers of county commissioners, fearing the contract may be so drawn as to be binding only at the pleasure of the contractor.