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Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

NEW ORLEANS: Oct. 14.-The steamer North
ern Light arrived from New York.
Gov. Wells has accepted the nomination o
the Union Convention conservative party.
The True Delta learns that Ex-Governor Al.
len has made application to the President, en-.
dorsed by Gov. Wells, for pardon.
The Texas press does not approve of negro
suffrage expressed in Cregans letter.
General Hood arrived here en- route to Wash.
ington.
The schooner 7. P. Fuller was burned in
Mobile Bay on the 9th
The Times Texas letter says that the State
is fast attaining its former prosperity, and civil
authority is gradually assuming. Post Offices
are opening, stages running again, and Gov.
Hamilton's administration is universally en-
dorsed. Scattering fires took place yesterday,
involving loss of $50, 900.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

With this brief number l take my leave of
the TINES readers for two weeks or more.
take this respite for two reasons; one, for the
purpose of Furnishing up recollection; the
other to afford the public, which must feel al
most surfeted, short relief
When l resume it will be at the commence
ment of the turn in Cairo affairs-at
the period when the foundation of the
Cairo Of to-day was laid. and using
the material the past ten years place at
my disposal, many of our present old citizens
cannot escape notice There is much yet un-
told, but prefer a breathing spell before tell
ing it,
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

A RARE CHASCE.-To- day David Ford, tie
well-known jeweler on Commercial Avenue,
will sell his entire stock of gold and silver
watches, chains, bracelets, sleeve buttons and
fine jewelry, together with very fine and well
selected stock of silver and silver plated ware
clocks. etc. all at auction This is a rare
chance for any one desirous Of supplying them
selves with any OF the articles above enume-
rated
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

AN AFFAIR OF HoNoR-We notice by the
the morning of that papers publication Col.
Forsyth and E. o. Halle fought d duel. The
challenge was given the latter in consequence
of tie publication of an article which wounded
the feelings of the Colonel. Shots were ex-
changed without injury to either party, after
which an armistice was declared, and the
anaende honorable made by the offending party.
Mr., Halle was an editor, and was in this city a
few days since.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

On the 10th inst the First District color
cd regiment visited the Executive mansion
and was very ably addressed by President
johnson, whuihanked them for the services
which they had rendered. gave them some
wholesome advice and said 10 them: This
is your country as well as anybody clSc'@
country This is the country in which YOU
expect to livc.and in which YOU should eyncct
to do something BY your example in civil
life as you have done in the field"
1t is said the Chinese are rapidly adyanc-
ing in civilization. They have already com
menced robbing banks in California.
Beef is selling at fifteen cents n pound in
New Orleans, and at seven and ten cents in
other parts of the State,
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

EHR4AN & CO.-Evansvie can boast OF one
enterprsing firm, viz Ehrman Co, dealers
in Agricultural Implements, &c. The extent of
their patronage, like unto their fame, is not
bounded by rivers or State boundaries. Neither
local pride nor jealousy can influence from
our duty to recommend them to our readers
generally.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
Reported expressly for the Daily Times.
NEWS FROM MEXICO.
Decline Of Imperialism.
Prominent Rebels Provided for by
Maximillian.
AMNESTY OATH OF GEN. LEE
Murder. of a Cypran.

NEW YORK, Oct. 17.-Advices from Mexico
and the neighborins colony of British Hondu.
ras, furnish us with intelligence of very i'm
portant character.
From Celeza VIC learn, in the shape Of Of
fetal correspondence, that the English Gov
ernment has repudiated the attempt made by
Ma1imillian in 1864, to extend the boundary
Of the empire into British Honduras by means
of military mail from Yucatan.
The British Minister in Mex leo declares that
Mexico has no claim whatever in any portion
of the territory, and in this Senor Romierz, III
behalf ct the government, acquiesces.
The doubtful policy of Napoleon towards
Max'millian, and the reported determination Of
the United States to uphold the Monroe Doc
trine, induced the submissive tone of the Mexi.
can reply.
The supporters of President Juarez are ex.
tremely active.
The leading Republicans are deffayine the
expenses Of arming the guerrilla bands from
their own private purses at Tamipico and along
the coast line.
The cause of Imperialism was decidedly de-
cllning and considerable mercantile confusion
eAlsIeu Ill anu afOul1u tne city IN consequence
Of the strife.
. The great hope OF the Republicans was in
the expectation of aid from the United States.
1t is said that Maxamillian has forwarded
$500, 900 to Washington in order to influence
Congress in favor of his recognition by our gov
ernment.
The newspapers in the Imperial interest pub
lish glowing accounts Of the prospects and re-
sources of the empire They claim that the
country has eight and a quarter million inhab-
itants, and that its agricultural and mineral re-
sources render it self-sustanng
Quite number of rebels from this country
domicied in Mexico.
The Ex-Governor and eN-rebel Gen. Sterling
Price, of Missouri, ex-rebel Governor Isham
Harris. OF Tennessee. md Messrs Maury,
Robt- J. z, rkins and W u. Iardmau are aD :
pointed Commissioners of Colonization and En-
igra.ion by Maximilian Government Addi-
tional troops had arrived in Mexico from
France
Trade at the date Of latest adyces was very
dull at Belize, Honduras, and there were no
American vessels in port
The planters Of Cuba have addressed a me-
mortal to the Court in Madrid, asking for the
abolition OF slavery on the Island
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. l4.-Mr. Wilson, agent
OF the Government to enquire into the condi-
ton ofSonthern affairs left yesterday afternoon
after short stay. 1t is understood that his
opinion ofthe freedmen's bureau is unnecessary
to the government.
The Provost Marshal has ordered an inspec-
ton of the city registry voters, with q view to
strike from the rolls the names Of certain par
ties charged with disloyalty.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Quick WORK.-Saflord Morris had an in
surance on the cargo OF the steamer BrWiont
which was burned on Monday night The
loss was paid yesterday morning. This was
the most speedy adjustment that we ever
hoard of
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Senator DoOlittle asserts that President
johnson recently expressed to him the hope
that the right of suffrage would be extend
ed to such colored citizens of the South as
have performed military service, and to
such as have by their own industry, sup
ported, for a length of time, their families,
providing they exhibit sufficient intellec-
tual fitness to exercise the right.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

1t is said that the "bruiser' John Morris
scy, is the lion Of Saratoga" If so Sara
toga must be delightful place, for more
Crlel and disgusting beast than that "lion''
is not often met with
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

NASHVILLE, Oct. l6.-The trial Of Col. J. c.
Crane, A. Q. NJ, was adjourned to-day for
thirty days. to enable the defense to procure
witnesses.
The rains have swelled the Cumberland to
2! feet on Harpeth Shoals.
A notorious cyprian, named Lizzie Marshall,
was found this morning dead in bed, in house
on College street, supposed to have been stran-
gled. No clue has yet been had to the mur-
derer.
The Quarte-master's Department is rapidly
disposing, at public auction, of all horses
mules and Government buildings, all of which
bring remuneratve prices. This Department
will be soon entirely bereft of live stock.
The Senate has spent a day in debating on
the admission of negro testimony in Civil
Courts
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

TIE ETHERIDGE TRIAL-The boat from Col
umbus did not arrive in time last night for our
eompositors to put in type the fifth days pro-
ceedings OF the Etheridge trial. We shall pub
iish it in full tomorrow.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

President johnson, in reply to Il letter
recently received by him, from the citizens
of Charlottesville, Va, on the subject of the
test oath replied, that he had no more means
of knowing what Congress would do in re-
card to il than any other man; but it was
his earnest wish that loyal and true men,
to whom no objections can be made, should
he elected TO Congress.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

New YORK, Oct 1.-the bonded ware
houses of Morris Il Osbrey, No. 3 and Bridge
street, principally used for the storage Of cot
tor. were destroyed by ire at an early hor:r
this morning. The buildings were stored with
cotton whisky, and flour. The value Of the cot
ton Is estimated atS100, 600. There were 10, 900
barrels OF whisky and II large amount of flour
on storage This is the largest loss of cotton
by fire that ever occurred in this city The
total value Of properly destroyed was estimated
at 81 900, 000 The whisky that was stored
in the basement will he only slightly damaged
The total loss after deductpg the savings will
reach $500, 600. 1t is supposed to be fully in
sured. Nearly two-thirds Of the city com
panieS have small risks.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

PHILADELPHIA, Oct l7.-Services of thanks
giving were held at ST. Lukes Church this
morning at 10 o'clock, and a large congrega-
ton was assmbled. The opening prayers were
read by Bishop Talbot and Bidell Crud. and
the first prayers by the Lord Bishop of Homo.
lulu, and remaining prayers and special thanks
giving by Bishop McClosky. The Command
ments were read by Bishop Atkinson, and the
special Epistle by Bishop Smith, the Gospel
was read by Bishop Lay, and the special
prayer and benediction by Bishop Hopkins
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

WAsHINGToN, Oct. 1.-THE daily mail,
which, by Congressional enactment went into
operation between Lincoln, Cal, and Portland,
Oregon about seven years ago, and which has
been Interrupted during the last few months
in consequence of the refusal of the Depart
ment to comply with the demands from former
contractors, who declined to perform the ser
vice for less than $500, 900 per year, has again
been let out, by contract to responsible per-
sons. This is one Of the most important mails
running out Of California
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
MAIL RETWEEN NEW ORLEANS
AND CAIRO.
Contract Awarded to the Atlantic and
Mississippi Steamship Company.

Gov. Wells, of Louisiana, having made in
quiries of the President of the United States
with regard to the arrangements for river mail
communication between \. Orleans and Cairo,
received the following reply through the Post
Office Department. Its perusal will be found
interesting to our community:
PosToFrICE DEPARTMENT, CoNTRAcr OFFICE,
WASHINGTON, September %, 1865
SIR II have the honor to state in reply to your COM
muncation of the 2Sth u addressed 20 the President
MIN referred to the Postmaster General that
the 30th of August last contract ordered to be
made with the Atlantic Mississippi Steamship Company
for the transportation of the mails triweekly between
Cairo and New Orleans, the steamers engaged being
qured stop the principle landings between those
cities The service referred to is already in operation,
and Is thought by the department to be sufficient at this
time.
Very respectfully, your obedient servant
GEO. W. MCCLELLAN,
Second Assistant Postmaster General.
His ENcellency J. MADISON WELLS, Governor of Louis
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

NEw YORK, Oct 17.-The following is tie
ticket tor the Charleston District, to be voted
for at the State election, which takes place in
South Carolina Tomorrow, the 18th For
Governor Hon. Jas L. Orr ; Lieutenant Gov
ernor, Il. +. Hooner Senator, IL. D. Lessna
Representatives, A. Il. McGra,h, +. D. Rich
ardson, F. Il. Barker, Archibald Cameron, T.
Mechers +. J. Barcher, Jas. b. CAMPBELL R.
s. Duryea, Benz. Lucas, Jas. Symons, Jno. A.
Wagner, Samuel Lord, Jr-, Jno. Hanekel, Jas.
Connor, b. Lctel, Edward Wardlow, Jas NJ
Eason, A. O. Andrews, NJ. j. Gayer W. T..
Miller.
The Hon. Chas. McBeth declined the nomi-
nation for Mayor of Charleston, but it is
expected will reconsider his action at the re-
quest Of number Of citizens Of all parties
and consent to permit his name to be used.
Mr.. Whaley and Mr.. Campbell, OF Charles
ton, and Geo. Aiken spoken of candi-
dates for the [. s. Senate.
The Charleston News says all these can take
the oath required.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

New YORK, Oct. l7.--No more imposing
spectacle has been presented to the people of
New York since the commencement Of the re.
turn of our soldiers, than was witnessed this
afternoon in the march Of the lth L. s. G.
Heavy Artillery up Rroadway preceded by
brass band Of some thirty pieces and drum
corps of equal number, all coored. The reg
iment, numbering 1900 men, in overcoats,
knapsacks and white gloves, marched in solid
column, with steadness that drew euthusias
tic plaudits from the thousands Of spectators
that lined each side of the street.
The Posts Washington special says no or
d IT'S have been received TO muster out the Vet.
eran Reserve Corps
Capt. Beckwlth, a well known army officer,
has been convicted offolging soldiers discharge
papers, and sentenced to be dismissed the
service and be imprlson years in Albany
Penitentary.
Gov Bradford is about to convene the Ma
ryland Legislature
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

WASHINGTON, Oct. l6.-The daily mai, SER
vice between Lincoln, Cal, and por,,.,~1 oro.
gon, which las been INTERRUPTED for sonna ,;,oo
past owing to extortionate demands oe
contractors, is to be RESUMED forthwith, ''' ''''
A prominent North Carolinau s,,.' H. :: t.,
report is correct and believed IN - 'l'as 'i,o
that the names Of the CongreSslnen Ia' osa;I
be entered upon the roll OF tile house 0a'e' I c, o
led by the clerk at the opening of The "o :a,
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Steamboat advertisements, Including editorial pof-
- for the first Insertion and NJ for e sulse., o.
sertion.
The above rates will interfere vi'h contract. 5
ready made.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

JACKSON, Miss, Oct 1G.-Thc State leg
islature met to day and organized. General
Gholson of Monroe county, was elected chair
man of the Senate and Col. Simonton OF Tlsho.
mingo, Speaker Of the House. There is large
amount of business before the body, and t! Z
term is expected to be long one.
Gen. Humphreys was inaugurated rs Gov
crnor oftic State tins evening.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

LOUISVILLE, Oct, 1.-THE following paper
was offered at the Kentucky Presbyterian
Synod last Thursday by Rev DR.. Rob't Brock
inridge That this Synod adjudges the action
Of the majority of the Louisville Presbyterans
in endorsing and adopting paper styled
..Declaration and Testimony and assumed
such state Of open rebellion against the
Church. and open contempt and diRauce of her
scriptural authority, contempt Of her faith,
order and acts as to render each aud every one
of them unqualified to vote, incompetent to
sit. and act as members of tins or any other
court of the Presbyterian ChuIch. After sew
eral days discussion the Synod last night voted
down the paper-I02 against twenty-five.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

CINCINNATI, Oct. IA large meeting of tie
leading citizens of Lexington, Ky, was held
Yesterday to express their thanks for the re-
noval of martial law from Kentucky. Speeches
were made by Gen. Houston and others.
Resolutions were adopted thanking the Pres
dent and endorsing his reconstruction policy.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

ARTICLE iN. baptism.
Baptism with water represents the CLEANSING of the
soul from sin by the Holy Spirit aud may be tdmini,
tered by sprinkling pouring immersion, the can
ddate may desire and in the Of infants pa
rents or guardians may request.
ARTICLE y. THE LOKD's SUPPER.
The Lords supper is that holy ordinance ia which tl.
suilerings and death of Christ cOnmpmorai-d lis
elements bread and ~inr which designed 10 rep
resent the broken body and shed blood of Christ
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23
THE RAFTsmAM's JOURNAL.

plices; by demanding the release of leading
traitors, by -frowning down all attempts to
bring to punishment the fends who starved
our soldiers, and by assuring rebels that
neither In person or property shall they be
punished for their crimes:
And if anything Were wanting to COM
plete their infamy, We have it in their deter
mined opposition to free labor, and tariff
which, while it would make labor profitable
by protecting the workingmen of Pennsyl-
vania from British competition. would large
" increase the revenue essential to the main
tainance of the public faith ard credit.
Mr.. Lilly, of Carbon, moved that the
Chairman of the State Central Committee,
be elected by the Convention instead Of re-
ceiving the appointment at the hands OF the
Chairman of the State Convention. After
short and interesting discussion on the
subject it was postponded until after the
nominations should be made.
The Convention then proceeded to ballot
for candidates for Auditor General. The
| following gentlemen were placed in nomlna
ton: Major General j. Il. Hartrantt, of
Montgomery county; Hon. Heistand. of
Lancaster Hon. r. r. Nj Combs, Of Law
renee; General Chas Albright, of Carbon !;
| Before the result of the ballot could be an-
nounced, 1t was moved and carried that the
nomination of Maj. Gen. Hartranft be made
unanimous.
The following gentlemen were announced
as candidates for the Office of Surveyor Gen
eral: Colonel Jacob NJ Campbell, of Cam
bria county Gen. James Nagle, of Schuyl-
kill county; w. H Markle; Henry S. Boy
er, of Snyder county; Brice Y. Blair, OF
Huntingdon county.
| The name of W. H. Markle was, with the
consent of the Convention withdrawn.
Colonel Camr bell received 81 voJes, Gen.
James Nagie - votes, and Brice \. Blall
| ii votes When the nomination of Colonel
Jacob NJ Campbell of Cambria county, was
made unanimous.
Hon. Thaddeus Sterens thought the Sc
lection of Chairman Of the State Cen.
raj Committee matter of good deal OF
importance He thought it would be q
great relief to the Chairman, and he moved
that the resolution concerning the election
should be amended by making Hon. John
Cessna, of Bedford, Chairman of the State
Central Committee. The motion was car
ried with applause.
At this stage of the Convention Major
General Hartranft and Col. Jacob NJ. Camp
bell were introduced, who thanked the Con
vention for the nominations received. at the
same time pledging themselves, if elected
to discharge their duties with unfaulterlng
fidelity
Mr.. Cessna. Chairman of the State Cen
tral Committee also returned his thanks to
the Convention for his election to that office.
Adjourned sine die.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23
CLEARFIELD, PA, AUG. %, 1865
A Heavy Defaleation.

Last week the whole country was thrown
into feverish state of excitement, by the
announcement that most unprecedented
defalcation and forgery had been discovered
in New York. 1t seems that young ketch-
um. of the firm of Ketchum, Son 4 Co., OF
Wall street, had forged large number of
''gold certificates, upon which he obtained
money from various banking institutions IN
the city, to the amount of about fire nitl-
lions of dollars. The result is that several
other firms, beside Ketchum & Co., have
been compelled TO suspend business. Gra-
ham & Co.'S losses by this forgery will reach
nearly $780, 900, while their assets are "a
bout half that amount. The panic, howev-
er. is said to be over, and business reviving.
The whereabouts of young Ketchum is not
known
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23
The County Convention.

The members of the Union party will
bear in mind that Thursday the 3lst OF
August, is the day appointed for holding
a Convention to nominate county ticket.
Although the Union party is in the mi
nority in this county, yet it is desirable that
we nominate county ticket-composed OF
our best men-to be voted for, on the sec
ond Tuesday in October, in conjunction
with our State ticket. That any part of our
county nominees can be elected, there is little
hope, but the ticket will add strength to our
party, and enable US to poll full vote on
the State officers. Then let US nominate a
good ticket, work for it and vote for it, and
thus show our political strength, and even
tually victory will crown our efforts even in
Clear6eld county.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23
Orr Nominees.

By reference to the proceedings of the T.
MON State Convention, it will be seen that
Mai General j. L. Hartranft, of Montgom-
cry county, was nominated for Auditor Gen
eral, and Col Jacob NJ Campbell, of Cam
bria county, for Surveyor General. Both
the nominees are well known throughout
the S ate as prominent actors in our recent
war for the Union. The satisfactory man
ner in which they discharged their duties
while in the army is sure guarantee of
their ability, faithfulness, and competence
to fill the important positions for which they
have been nominated by the Union party.
They are worthy the support of all loyal
men in Pennsylvania, and will most assured
ly be elected on the Second Tuesday of next
October.
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

Il cants for schools in Clearfeld County will
meet for examination at the following named
places Brady Bloom apd Union. at Luthersburg
Monday. Sep llIh. Ferguson, Lumber city snS
Penn. at Lumber-city Tuesday. Sept. 18th Bell
at Bower. Wednesday, Sept. 18th. Burnside
Chest and New Washington. at Riddles school
house, Thursday Sept. l4th Jordan and KpoI
at Ansonville. Friday Sept 18th CurweDsviTs
aud Pike. at Curwensville. Saturday Sent I6fb
Boggs and Bradford, at William Grove Mon.
day Sept. 18th. Graham and Morris at KyIer.
town, Tuesday, Sept. 18th. Decatur and Wood
ward. at Centre school house in Decatur. Wednes
day, Sept 20. Beccaria and Guelich at Glen
Hope, Friday, Sept 22nd. Girard and Goshen.
at Congress Hill school house, Monday Sent 25,b
Coyington and Karthaus, at Mulsorburg Tuesday
Sept. Goth Clearfed and Lawrence al Clear.
field, Thursday Sept. 2Sth Huston and Fox AT
No School house in Huston. Tuesday Oct 3rd
Examinations will commence at o'clock NJ
Teachers will present themselves for examination
in the districts in which they intend to teach
No private examinations will be held unless /.
satisfactory reason is given for non-attendance at
the public examinations, and then applicants
must present a written request from at least four
members Of the Board Of Directors tho NAV desire
| to employ hem. Such examinations will be held
only on Saturdays. B. SANDFORD,
Aug. %, 1865. Co Supt
Raftsman's journal. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1854-1948, 1865-08-23

The Number of White Laborers seeking
and finding employment in the South is be-
yond all calculation immense. 4 firm in
Norfolk is furnishing such labor to men "a
bout TO engage in enterprises of various
kinds in the Southern States, and the offers
apparent respectability and intelligence. 1t
would be a strange result of the war if, in
stead of the negroes coming North to push
white men out of employment, the latter
should go South and force the negroes to a
bandon the late slave States to find homes
in lower ATTITUDES. At present the occur
renee seems probable.