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The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

A New Orleans correspondent, writing to the Mobile
News, speaks of Gen Banks as follows: "The rumos
continues in circulation that Cen Banks is to be rein
stated here provisional governor of Louisiana He
is said to have opened bis heart to little party OF
friends DAY ago in which he confessed to have
been the victim of sharpers and Spectators but that
xong to turn over new leaf Gen. Banks, let it be
said 70 bis credit, is poor, II may seem strange IN
gratitude on the part of the whom he has epi
to get rich that this is the case, although perbse
due in strict justice to say that I've has no sense 'Ho
value of money and NJ idea q economy. b3
pay ais bills here, as they used 70 Do in bost7a
he vas governor Of Massachusetts. oae Of h'
fas.o,5 IN this 14ftiaaat aas q prominent de- -a
pclit clan af decided bunker procHpayee, -o-n} r. f.
Fav. kuo#r a "leif.aast Fer for placing bis Seq @
baift1ast Il d4sTs4tios Of tbs wsE- Tie qaymsgs O.
tas Jtte store 5li's Of t5C gse9rs' EsFy 70 a-5a
'irvalt I a-l .c.t, uraa tie 1re-a#e u l- la72-
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

The weather for the past few days has been decided
" the hottest ever experienced If the tempsra.
sure at the residence of bis satanic
iucuded-can equal it, We pity the victims. We have
come to the conclusion that the clerk of the weather
has become demoralzed by speculation in cotton and
forgotten bis legitimate business.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

NEW ORLEANS CGEsoENT.-Tbe Picayune says; Col
J, Q. Nixon, under whose management the Crescent
newspaper attained such prominence and success as
onS Of our city iournalsjust before the commencement
Of the ar is we learn making arrangements for the
cvi9si Of that popular Journal and expects to
rutucaton by the fret Of next October. Col. Nixon
~ rally around him strong body Of friends, and the
Crescent iii uttrsct to the old support by which it
tecsrne our Of our city Institutions
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

We publish tbis week graphic description Of the
banging of four Of the conspirators for the murder Of
president Lincoln and secretary Seward Payne, Mrs
surratt, Harold aud Atzerot have paid the extreme
penalty of the Law. Nothing it seems could turn or
retard the purpose Of the president to nct gre and
summary justice upon the cuprits. The devices Of
the writ Of habeAs corpus Of no avail nor the
spiritual legal advisors. The galloss was csmoro41
for its OVID, and everybody says, acaeas
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

CpIToS.-This much coveted article is coming in
With perfect rush, both by land and water. We
do not recollcct Of any time in the haIcyon days of
5orc Hhen it crowded on any faster. 1t seems to
be laying around loose in dsposabie part Of the
town How long this influx will last is question
are unable to answer, but think for sometime vet.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

THE METHODIST CHURcH.--At a private conference
Of the H. T. bishops at Erie n. Y, # agreed that
those members Of the southern methodist episcopal
church who apply to be received under the jurisdiction
of the loyal portion of the church, Oh the ground Of
undoubted loyalty and ausavery principles and action
viii be welcomed and every proper effort made to have
the southern church members SC. apply.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

6rE4MER STAR BURNED We learn from, one Of the
oeeFs that the steamer Star, with three hundred aud
Ilne bales OF cotton, was burned in Red Bayou on
aopdsy last. Boat and cargo total loss No hires
tos The cotton belonged to parties in this city and
We are afraid there insurance on it. The loss
OF tho boat Is calamity to the whole community. as
sho vas light draft and well adapted to the trade
above this point
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

By reference to his card it will be seen that Mr.. 4.
VI. Lowe has opened 40 agency in this city, for the
collection of claims, &c. A familiar acquaintance
With him for many years jastifcs us IN cordially re-
commencing him to those who desire anything in that
Iine His long residence here, and his acquaintance
van Our manner and mode of business, peculiarly fits
hin foE this business OHicc at Howell Buckner's.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

The military authorities refused produce the body
=" Sample, on writ of habeas corpus issued by his
honor, judge Weems but fled an answer that he was
held "a military prisoner Of course THE ended the
natter for the present. far this writ concerned
We arc Of the opinion from what We heard in the
court room, that civil Law extends no further than
permitted y the military, for the present
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Hs ). II. Carter on the levee, has received large
addition to his stock of fancy aud staple dry goods
A'd groceries, We notice that Mr. P. II. Kyes, has
shucked" himself of drugs and medicines and gone
into the 'jacery" business at Carter's Mr. w IT,
Esther agent is still hand, looking as pleasant as
a baehsl Of chips. 49,
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Since our last appearance, two colored regiments Of
q s infantry have arrived at this post, and been Or
dcrcd duty here, where they will remain for the
present They give evidence of having been thor.
oughly trained, and are held we'll in hand by their
officers
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

One Of our Oldest Red river Pilots broke juto the
gasahose last Saturday evening by shouting, 'hurri
for zen. Davis The next morning he was released
IRON confinement, upon satisfying the authorities chat
BE vas only jokiDg'-Inerely an agent of Jonny Al
colTsu .4. 3 ~ .a
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

DISTRICT CorRr.-We stated in our last paper that
called fsssion Of the district court for the 10th Judi
sal dstFict would convene at Shreveport on MONDAY
The Fist Of august for tho trial of criminal cases
should have stated for the trial of all civil and
criminal cases
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

ne publish this week a list of names drawn for
jurors at the coming session Of the district court If
any Of our readers find their names on the list they
might as well consider themselves modified" IL our
energetic sherif will be sure to hunt them m
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

BY reference to --latest from Mexico" it will be
seen that Gen. Jo Shelby and his followers we're not
allowed to enter Mexico with their arms After dis.
posing of them to the Liberals they we're allowed to
proceed on their ray rejoicing
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

We saw this week, for the first time copy of the
United States internal tar Law" and made copous ex-
tract from it, which print in to-day's paper. We
were Indebted to E. l. B. Jacobs, for the loan Of it.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

john w. Jones and J. 6. Beal Esqs., declined 70
accept their appointments justices Of tbs peace for
this parish Alexander Boarman Esq, has beeD ap-
pointed to fill ope of the vacancies. We learn that
he Lag qualified, and is nov ready to administer jug
tce to all who come within his jurisdiction.
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1 e. ------------
TExAs.-We clip the following items of interes
from the Trans Miss Bulletin of the 2lat init, pub
lishcd at Jefferson, Texas: The bayou is on stand
Navigation for second class boats will doubtless be good
for several weeks yet
Capt. j. B. Jones Co. D. 9th Illinois infantry, Ina.
arrived here duly authorised parole officers and
soldiers OF any OF the Texas regiments lately dsbandsd
His office is next door to the City hotel on Marshall
street.
A detachment of Federal troops, consisting Of Co
D, Sth Illinois infantry, arrived in last Saturday
aud reported for duty to the provost marshal Lieut.
Railsback They are encamped the ordnance
buildings, on the south side OF the bayou.
The Paris Press has been resumed after suspension
of three years 1t is still under the editorial
ment of 4. W. Miner, Esq. good writer and ster.
ling patriot The Press announce Hon. B. II. Epper.
son, candidate for governor the ensuing August
election
A Coon AFPotSTMENr.--0ur old friend, D. D. Wal.
ton, has been appointed city urshal of Jefferson and
has entered upon the duties of his office There never
was better appointment Capt Walton is gentle.
man; energetic stirring, uncompromising and shall
not be surprised if such of our municipal affairs as
come legitimatey under his notice. better
than ever before
PRIVATE CONTRACTS MAZE UNDER CONFEDERATE
huLE'-ln reply to a communication addressed BY one
OF our citizens to Col. Sheets commanding post at
AaFsha IN regard TO the validity OF private contracts
entered into during the war, the following reply has
been received, which we permitted to publish for
the information of our readers:
HEADcUARrRRs MARSHALL, TEXAS,
July Is, 1866. {
W. G. GILLIAN, Jefferson, Marion county, Texas,
SIR:-All contracts made botween parties-private
sales or wills duly executed during the rcbeIlion-are
legal aud binding, and the provisions thereof must be
carried into effect 1t is impracticable for the military
authorities to take action in the matter present. but
unless civil law is speedily established the military
authorities will take such action will insure justice
to all.
Respectfully
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

We scS BY tie New Orleans papers that Gen Banks,
Introduced the United States court sitting in
New orlcans, practicing attorney. The general
We believe inIs days, studied Law in Massachusetts,
sud vas admitted 10 the bar Of that State
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Ne learn that the military authorities have turned
"Fer the court house jail and enclosure to the sheriff
Of 'be parish This is another step towards the cs.ora
ZION Of civil law. The "child" will soon be able to
sFalh alone s.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Nidding cotton, in good order, is selling in this
,narks: from 10 to 90 cents ID specie aud q to 30 in
greenbacks Choice lots have brought shade more.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

We have in our possession the State Commissions
for the officers Of the parish Of Benye. Any person
going to that parish will confer favor by taking charge
sf them.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

MISUNDERSTANDING Seward has been permitted,
by bis physicians to the wires supporting his
jaws thus allowing him greater freedom in speaking
AMI eating his diet has also been strengthened.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

If penny saved Is penny earned, then person
can make fortune BY purchasing what be needs at
Z & g. jacobs, as it is admitted on all hands that
they sell cheaper than the cheapest Large additions
50 their stock are arriving by almost every boat
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Hr4.o Sug7RtaE.--0n this subject the New York
dependent of the Pcayune says that the president
livery new act for restoring southern State, and In
Rated conversations, declares that this ia beyond
tpowers of congress and that questions of suffrage
song solely to the loyal citizens Of the States
presidents opinion is gaining ground among the
rabhcans and is soutly defended By such oracles OF
rty opinion as Forney, atWashington, and Raymond,
1.-THE Times of this city, who reason not only that
ogess and the president have no right to Interfere
that it would be false party move to throw the
Frage into the hands of the blacks in the south IN
Dir present condition. They reason, with president
,hnson that the negro votes would be much more
fely to be controlled by the southern whites, in the
tterest of their own political opinions than for the
benefit or at the wish of distant politicians in the
orh; and that the inevitable of the black votes
would be to overthrow the republican party 1t Is on
his ground that democratic journals, like the New
York News are urging the southern people to adopt
legro suffrage their voluntary policy, and WELD
in aid of the northern democracy to control
If the administration. If mere party success were
he sole object the suggestion might be well worth
linking of as coup detAt to organize consolidated
POLITICAL power in the SOUTH equal to sxtyone votes
the house of representatives and twenty -four
orr. But they will pause long time to consider
shether the debasement Of the franchise and the de-
noraliza,ion of both would not be too heavy
rice to be paid for such advantages even If they
oud be certainly attained, byh proclamation of ne
no suffrage.
The alarm Of the radicals is that The southern States
ill be restored" by president Johnson's policy time
nough to send full representatives to congress- and
hat they may be admitted there. Wendell Phillips |
as just published letter the subject In which he
ais to mind that on the assembling of congress the
Jerk of the house Of Representatives acts as speaker
ntil speaker IS elected and that in making up the
oil ne Ray call the southern members and permit |
Len to vote, and they may thus be admitted without
formal vote and have votes about keeping them.
elves in. r law. a..s.
do not know the particular opinions Of tke late
Jerk, who is Mr.. Ed Mcpherson, OF Pennsylvania, but
is evident that Mr. Philips assured they arc con-
onant on this point. #
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

At last accounts forty thousand federal troops hare
arrived at Brownsville.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Many thanks to the Accommodating officers of the
Live Oak, for files of late papers.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

We are indebted to Mr. J. E. Wingard, for late
New Orleans paper.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

BY order Of the secretary of war, Maj Gen E. R.
s. Candy has assumed command of the States of Lou.
Islam and Texas, reporting to Gen. Phil Sheridan
This is fortunate selection for the people.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

II information be correct the river at this point
is undecided whether to rise or fsllin other worde
has taken stand until something turns up, Navigs.
ton to Jefferson and above the raft still continues
good First class boats with full loads have to feel
their way from this point to Alexandria On the
whole, we may congratulate ourselves having fair
navigation to the city, at present. and probably for the
next month or two to come. ....r" ..@
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

New ORLEANS PAPEEs.-Thc irregularty with which
We receive these papers really vexes much that
when We lay hands copy, We give it scissors
and by the time we get through, its most intimate
friends wouldn't know it. Send along your papers,
gentlemen, and when we steal your thunder" we vii
take it by the clap" preceded by streak of chair
lightning. .-- 1871 ---
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

Samuel u Chapman and Thos. Beall, Esqs, have
been appointed by his e1cellency Gov. Wells, notary
pubiics, in and for the parish of Caddo They have
qualified, and are ready for business
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1865-07-26

/ CUSHING on JAYHAwKERs.--We we're at a loss to
neount for the Houston Telegraph cutting off from
ia exchange list, until by accident, sighted stray
opy and learned that Its travelling agent "sioux had
teel robbed Of $222,4o, byjayhawkers. This together
NTH certified accounts against the late Confederacy is
pobably the cause of it, economy In it's exchange list
IL however gives the gentlemen of the raid genteel
Blessing
| May they have the seven years itch aud no finger
nails to scratch with. May they have million lice
aui 10 fine tooth comb May they be covered with
"g,ey-backs" and have 10 change of clothing May
they be Everlasting dry in sight of gushing spring.
and chance to get to them May they fall into The
handt Of "inginss.n May they be stung by hornets,
bit BY tasantuas aud scared death by rattlesnakes
May tt'-r find nJoidvf5 in their in their beds
and stakes IN their boots. May panthers jump on
them and javalinos surround them. May they bog in
qu;ksand and not be able to get out of their boots
1tay they be robbed BY some bigger scoundres than
Themselves. May they have consumption, congestion
nfamation and chis, May they have boils all over
hem, and every boil a carbuneIe May they have
;ancera in their necks and wens on their backs May
hey take to drink and have the nan With the poker
get after them. May he get after them anyway
whether they take to drink or not. In word NAV
I'D Cutie get them body and boots.
Now gentlemen freebooters, YOU have got it, and we
feel better. If you arc satisfied we are. 90 along
With the trash.
Why not have sent them soi-ll at once, and econo-
missed in space. Where's H. Pr "Couscript" is still
the ring, though slightly demoraIised go Sioux"
%. ayhawed! Served him right no business to have
lhat much money in hard cash. 1t is without prece-
lent in the annals of newspaper reporters.
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epring subscriptions to the South. western. "
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29

<,uNTHER cLUBs-THE REPRESENTATIVES, OF
T the G. Godfrey Gunther clubs and associations wiz
the Germania Assembly Rooms 29i and zS Bower
represented Cooper Institute ON Mon
day evening requested to elect 1--WE deegae.
rangements will made for the meeting and other
important business transacted. =,
THOMAS BLoOMxR, co.ro,.r,..
CiLBRRr b. WOoD
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29

have fa1en Sales from store Woo made u COO. Csc
per bnshe We note futher cargo sales Of 1000 racks
ground, IS, 900 bushels Turks ISland 500 do s. kits
on private terms and go bushels Cadis At 35c Seve-
raj cagoes have been stored In bond and NJ
on the market
SUGAR.-No sales whatever were made, and, a con-
sequence. prices ruled entir y NOMINAL Some inquiry
vented transactions Refined was alse dull and nominal
sPIoEs Tho market was exceedingly dull for all des-
criptions with little nothing doing separate from sup
plying the immediate requirements Of the trade We
quoe:-Cassia mats 90c do, cases, 7Sc ginger Afri-
can, IS; do Calcutta 19c. mace, 81 20, currency;
pepper Csc 231Sc.; pimento, zoe. nutmegs coo. .
05c, for No i; cloves, 30c.--al gold. ~
TN-Thc demand for pig was good at rising prices
We further sales OF slabs straits and 10 tons
English private terms
TgA-The market fairly active, with q good in
qury for nearly all descriptions We note further sales
OF 500 hall chests green's and 800 do Ooiongs on pr
vate terms also from second hands, about 1000 half
chests green's and Ooiongs ON private terms.
ToBAcoo-RecepJs 283 hhds and $40 pkgs- Tho de-
mand for leaf continued moderate but prices
nominally unchanged The sales were 80 hhds Ken
lucky at 7c 27c and 40 do Ohio seeding at SIC p
12c. Manufactured was quiet and unchanged Foreign
dull and quito nominal
TAILow ruled nominal under limited demand. Tho
sales comprised "a. 900 lbs at l4c. 1890.
the absence Of transactions prices
entirely nominal and anything, somewhat weaker,
though no decided change was apparent
Wool was dull and prices nominal The sales
60 900 State and Western neecee at csc. 75c-
Winsk1y.- Receipts, l63 bhlA The market was heavy
and prices continued entirely nominal Further sales Of
100 bills. wero made In lots q 81 "a - 81.
ZMC-None but outside lots were offering. and bust
also prevented 70 gpat extent by the extreme
prices demanded by holders.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29

FINANCIAL.
o4.4 49, ~ FINANOIAl. ts
NEW Yoax, November %. ls66
nvpNcvTc on f,nJu

In pursuance OF the authority conferred by section nh Of
the Ac Provide Ways and Means for the Support OF
Government approved March 1858 and by direction OF the
ceved at this Office from congregations and indyduss IN
Gates will be issued dcmonasns OF $1,000 81 00 500
and $40 payable demand In coin, at this office.
Of throughout the United States lat par in pay
men oil duties on mports will be received In deposit BY
banks by vote Of the Gold Board made delivery
contracts in sums Of not less than 5000 and offer the
the for the safe keeping and return
OF coin TO parties DESTROYS Of retaining II mt command
The Certificates of 5000 win be made payable to the order
with holders protect themselves BY further
rest will be allowed for deposits OF COIN but the con
bullion deposited for representing the Certificates Of De-
post shall the Treasury for payment Of the
same demand"
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29

NEW YORK DEMOCRACY -.
NJ" For Mayor, o. GODFREY GUNTHER
FOR Counsel 10 The Corporation, RICHARD O'0OkMAN.
The Executive Committee VIII meet ~ the Sinclair House
every evening this week. at " O'Clock the Of
OGorman - THOMAS McSPRDON, Chairman.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29
SECOND DoARD.


i487 TUESDAY, Nov. 2s-eL
. Asasa -Rsceipn, paokagss The market w'oma'
naiiy unchanged. A1 q 'sfl
BanAssruSys Receipts, a. ss1 Sbia nous, y and
- bass sosn meal, so,oea bushels wheat, ~ 90
oors. 81 "a do, oa "a ga DO rye and II, s84 srley
n srksl ~ slAle end Western noar though swhAs
assvy. ~ withsus decided ehasss Tbs 2 con-
pse1 q. - bbl4 q our subjoncd quosstienbsush-
en- 49, - fairly sctivr, but y irregular some
whAs dposping rsAsa Ths salss we're abssp obls.
Cansdisn scus wss m moderate demand, Sas 2 we're
hssyy.F The Gales were about $50 bbn Rp0 s0s'
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29

G. GODFREY 0UNTHER
For Counsel 10 the Corporation,
RICHARD COCHRAN.
Nv ordsr OF the New York Dsoeratio City Convention
~ II ~, Col JANIS BA0LRY. Chairman,
H.nsx : xco.s' ssassarssa. sa
NOR COUNCILMAN, FIFTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
p comprtsing Tenth Eleventh. Thirteenth and Seven
tenth wards CHARLES KOSHER. 9Ne4H
UNOR MAYORS. GODFREY GUNrHER..
regular meeting Of tho Twentieth Ward Bucher1 As
ISOLATION Win be hold this "wednesday evening Nov - at
7k O'Clock at 2o0 West Thirty street. Members are
Requested y -''''' FREDERICK SMITH. President
Tuos r. EucENf Secretary.
BERNARD DALI, Recording Secretary. @f +
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1865-11-29
PROPOSALS FOR
"RIOT DAMAGE INDEMNITY BONDS.
NO. q"
or THE COUNTY or NEW YORK

Sealed proposals will be received at the COMPTROLLER office
until Wednesday the 9th day OF December 1863 at
r. NJ when the viii be publicly opened for the pur
the whole part OF the sum OF Two Hundred
Thousand Dollars (s20,0O Of the Riot Damages lndem,
by chapter and amended BY chapter $50 Of the Laws Of
1884, and by ordinance OF the Board OF SUPERVISORS ap
proved by the Mayor June ID, 1854.
The said bonds will bear interest the rate OF sx per cent
per payable half yearly onshe LIST day OF May and
November eSh year. and the principal wiz DO redeemed
on the LIST day OF November, 1857
The proposals win the amount Of bonds desired and
price per hundred dollars thereof and the
whose proposals accepted will hereupon be required to
deposit with the County Treasurer Cat the Broadway Bank
the sums awarded TO them respectively
On presenting to Comptroller the receipts OF the County
Treasurer such deposits the parties will be entitled 70
receive bonds equal Of the value Of the
awarded them bearing interest from the dates Of
payments. -
for Riot Damage Indemnity Bonds No. and the same en-
envelope addressed TO the Comptroller
The right is reserved TO reject all Of the bids II con-
sdssd 2 Gse o. s n sae
CrrY NEw YORK. DErARrMEsr or FINANCE!
tf.aa c0NerRoLISR's 0rSICE, Nov. 70, 1866. s.