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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
The Late Hon. George z. Bstdger.

We return our thanks to Kemp ?. Battle,
Esq, for a copy of Governor Graham's
Discourse EN- Memory of the Life and
Character Of the Hon. George e. Badger, u
delivered by request of the Bar of Wake
county.
We have been unable to read the address,
but expect to derive much pleasure and
information in its perusal. Coming from
the master hand of an intimate personal
and party friend, it must not only be relia-
bic in matters relating to the distinguished
North Carolinian whose life and character
is the subject, but it will form an interest
ing chapter in the personal and political
history of the State.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
The Douglas monument.

The Inauguration of the monument to
the memory OF Douglas is the most attrac-
tive occasion that ever occurred In the his
tory of Chicago. The President and his
suite have regarded it as sufficiently i1npor-
tant to call for their presence, and all classes
of the people are emulous of honorino the
dead statesman. The following description
of the monument is interesting We take
it from the Chicago Times:
1t viii consist of circular platform base,
fifty-two feet in diameter and two and a
half feet high. Upon this will be placed
similar platform, but little smaller,
which will be surmounted by sepulchro
twenty feet square and eleven feet high,
with walls five feet in thickness. 1t will
contain chamber ten feet square In the
chamber will be placed the sarcophagus
containing the remains of the great states
man. The sarcophagus will be visible
through bronze door six and half feet
high and three feet wide. The sepulchrc
will be ornamented with projecting pedes-
tails from the corners Surrounding the
sepulchre will be pedestal twenty-one feet
in height, having base fifteen feet square.
On this will be erected column forty three
feet in length, six feet square at the base
and three and a half feet square at the top.
The column will be terminated by q can
six feet high, which forms the base for the
colossal statue of Douglas.
Surrounding the sepulchre will be placed
four seated symbolical figures, ife-size.
sculptured in light marble. One of these
figures will represent Illinois, holding in
her hand q medallion likeness of Douglas
By her side will be a sheaf of wheat and
the State arms. The remaining figures will
represent America with shield, History
reclining on tablet, and Fame with the
symbolical wreath and trumpet. Over the
entrance of the sepulchre will stand an
eagle, and on the base of the pedestal
above are four bas-reliefs representing the
history and progress of the West. These
represent Indian hunting scenes pioneers
building log cabins, blowing and telling
trees; commerce is represented by ship
and packages Of goods, and the sciences
are represented by locomotive, railroad
and telegraph. Still another device rep
reSents education, group of children, the
State Capitol building, Il church in the dis
lance, &c.
The statue will represent the great patriot
ton on one side and the Union on the
other, which is represented by the Roman
fasces.
The first section of the monument is
about half completed, and the tomb nearly
finished. At each corner of the Douglas
grave will be erected q pillar about 30 feet
high. These will be Joined by four arches,
which will be draped and decorated with
flowers. Around the bases of the pillars
flags will be arranged. In front of the
grave will be placed Volck's marble bust of
Douglas, together with q model Of the
monument
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
Hon. w. IT. DOrtch.

We are pleased to be able to state that
this distinguished gentleman has received
pardon at the hands of the President
MIR. Dortch, has merited this confidence on
the part of Mr.. Johnson, not only by his
course since the return of peace, but also
by the faithful and honest manner he has
always performed every duty devolving
upon him in the important positions to
which he has been called by his fellow-citi,
zens.
There yet remains few more distin'
guished citizens of the State, who are I'M
pardoned. We hope that President John
son will soon extend to them the same man
Hesitation of approval and endorsement, he
has already so generously granted to many
of our people. We know that the wisdom
and justice of such action has been made
manifest by the good results already &C
complished. Our people are loyal ant
faithful in the highest degree to their obi
cations as citizens, and we believe the Presi
dent and the Conservatives of the Nort1
fully appreciate this fact. Governor Worth
should not as he doubtless does not CEASE
to urge upon the attention of the Chief Elk
ecutive, the claims of our unpardoned fel
loW-citizens.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
The Freedmen in Forth Carolina.

Gen. Howard is in receipt of report
from the Assistant Commissioner of the
Freedmens Bureau for North Carolina of
September 3, in which, in speaking of the
present status of the colored man. he states
his intentions, which have already been
partially successful. of breaking up the
great number of freedmen's camps through
out the State, and concentrating the needy
and deserving at few central points 1t
is his opinion that after October 1, but few
duties will devolve upon the officer and
agents of the Bureau in this State. The
jurisdiction of affairs generally having been
turned over to the civil authorities, all COM
plants of outrages between whites and
blacks have, during the past month, been
referred to the State Courts, and prOsecu-
tions have been enforced against offenders
OF both classes with equal zeal He closes
his report with the assertion that in an ag-
gregate negro population of over three hun
dred thousand in the State, not more than
two thousand five hundred have failed to
place themselves out of the reach of want
for the coming year.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
For the Journal.
The Legislature.
W1LMINGToN. Sept. 14th. 1856.

WILMINGTON, Sept. 14th, 1856.
Nesse7'S, EnGolt01'd d; Price:
GENTLEMEN Il Was surprised to sec in the
Journal OF this morning, article signed MANY
Citizens," suggesting my to the voters OF the
county Of New Hanover candidate to repre-
sent them in the Senate Of our State.
While thoroughly approaching the compliment
involved i'll this suggestion and recognizing in it's
the services of any citizen consitutonally quail
fed for the performance Of any public trust,
must nevertheless decline to be a candidate for
the very honorable position named. Aside from
the fact that my time and services are the proper
ty of others, being member of the Cornell of
State, am, under the provisions OF the Constitu-
a member of the Senate Or House Of Commons.
may be permitted to add, should deem il ex-
ceedingly impOlitic and unfortunate, that at this
peculiar crisis in the condition of our State there
should be any contest in our county for the Of
fees referred to i'll the communication of Many
Citizens.
Very Respectfully,
WIN. A. WRIGHT
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
THE PRESIDENTS TOUR,

Tiae Riot Mt Inatanapolis-Speech of til,
gPresident before Leav1ng-Arrival at Lon
isviI1e-EnthusiasticR Reception.
LOUISVILLE, September 1.-THE Indian
apolis Journal of this morning regrets very
much the occurrences of last night. The
Herald believes the riot was preconcerted
The President was introduced to crowd
OF 1000 persons in front of the Bates
House this morning before leaving fol-
Louisville. In the course of his speech he
said "We have succeeded in putting down
one rebellion, but now the rebellion has
passed round to the other end of the line,
and we find revolutionary spirit manifest
ing itself.
81 had hoped that the time had arrived
when all people would stand up for their
country, regardless of party shackles and
party considerations. Let the Constitution
be our guide and platform. Our league is
notone OF the league extending oveT;the coun-
try for revolutionary purposes It is I'M
necessaryto have any other or higher league
than the Constitution of the United States.
Immense cheering. [ want no higher
Constitutional league than that The Con-
stitution is my league. [ belong to the Con-
stitutional league of my country. I had
hoped that the time had come when all
could rally around the Constitution, and
lift ourselves above party to preserve our
country"
The President further said Islanders
and misrepresentation have gone in ad-
vance of us, especially over the country,
that usupation has been exercised by the
Executive Department of the Government.
But, let me say, whatever power has been
exercised has been in your behalf The
veto power has been exercised for the pur-
pose of preventing Or checking improvi-
dent, hasty and unconstitutional legisla-
ton"
Mr.. Seward also addressed the crowd at
indianapolis, saying that Indiana had be-
come border State, and that the condi-
ton of things during the war had become
reversed, and what were then loyal States
bid fair to become hostile to the Govern
ment through the excitement of party poll
tics
LOUISVILLE, Sept. Ia P. M.-The
Presidential party have arrived in this city,
and have met 3 cordial welcome. Thou
sands upon thousands of people arrived
here early to-day to greet the President
Over Is, 900 spectators were gathered in
the streets to welcome President Johnson,
which they did with constructions of great
Joy, and with prolonged cheering The
party were escorted through some of the
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
From the N. Y. Times,
The Excise Law Decision.


The const1tutionality of the Excise Law
has been fully confirmed by the Supreme
Court and the Judgment will doubtless be
sustained by the Court of Appeals. The
Board will thus have another opportunity
Of putting forth their full strength for the
suppression of the Sunday traffic in liquor
and for the enforcement of the numerous
restrictions upon those who are engaged in
that traffic on other days Of the week. We
trust they will use their power with care
and discretion. They will be most eftcctu-
ally aided by not rendering the law odiOus
by too strict interpretation of its letter
and the good order of the community will
be best promoted by avoiding repressiyc
measures which the common sense of the
community will Judge to be harsh and I'M
necessary.
They will do we'll to remember also that
with whatever good intent the act was
framed, there are provisions contained in
it which are impossible to be enforced
We need only refer to one Of these-that
liquor shall rot be sold to any apprentice
OF person under IS years of age. Such n
clause may be wise in one sence, BUTT will
either be wholly disregarded, or VIII give
rise to an amount of concealment and ly-
ing which i'll themselves constitute moral
guilt
linen GnCfC are OGAer restrictions winch
might be referred to which will be equally
difficult of application, and which will not
be applied in the great majority Of cases.
Beside, the fact that hotels are exempted
from the more important disabilities, such
as their being allowed to entertain travellers
on Sundays, will be certain to suggest de-
gree OF favoritism which initiates, in the
minds of the uuphilosophic crowd, against
the' abstract justicel or wisdom of the whole
law, and constitute III their eyes q sort Of
merit in evading it.
We presume that the next session at Al
bany will be the occasion Of attempted
modification Of the law, and that such at
tempts will probably be successful We
would meanwhile, therefore, suggest to the
Board, whose members doubtless have the
moral welfare of the city at heart, that they
be circumspect and discriminating. Some
check upon intemperance is desirable and
as firm a check as is really and truly likely
to be successful. But to rush into absolute
coercion, where coercion is not called FOR,
will only produce SO strong II feeling Of OPP
position to the law that its entire repeal
would only be rendered probable, instead
OF such revision as would be considerate.
and wise toward that general body of the.
public which is neither drunken nor pro
fame.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
OPENING,

OPENING.
The extensive preparations of Monday
having been partially completed the large
Hall OF the Maryland Institute was thrown
open Monday night to the public, and was
soon thronged with the fashion and ellie Of
the city, all anxious to donate at least 6
mite towards the success of the great an6
grand " orphan charity"
Inc " Record Office, Or place OF Re
g1stratlon, as the ladies term it, presided
over by Misses Moulton, Daffin and Calls,
where all visitors may be registered. with
guaranteed right to vote, for the small
sum of ten cents, is proving q decided pc
cuniary success, and is constantly surround
ed by the visitors as they arrive
The "Gipsies' Bower" presided over by
Mrs John McSherry and assistants, is a
decided novelty, and is also proving highly
successful. The Bower is entirely over
hung with gayly colored sugar eggs,
charmed" of course, each of which is sold
Tor ten cents, and upon being broken open
found to contain some startling reyela-
ton.
The splendid piano donated by Mcssrs.
Stletf Brothers, No, A. Liberty street. at
tracts much attention. It will be ratified
tor 81, QUO, at one dollar per chance The
chances are being taken very rapidly, and
oAAO0O VIM 'tSolLC 10 Take chances should 90
SO early, or they will be deprived OF an op-
portunity.
The Floral Bower, presided over by Mrs.
Shares, OF Richmond Virginia, and assis-
tants, IS one of the most beautiful features
OF the entire fair. In the centre of the
large moss covered structure is placed n
constantly flowing fountain, the large basin
or receptacle for the water, being filled with
hundreds of beautiful boquets of flowers,
which are kept fresh and fragrant by the
constant shower of spray and water. The
flowers found ready purchasers among the
visitors
The Ice Cream Saloon of Mrs. Semmes.
IN the rear of the hall, is also q decided
success, and will add largely to the re-
ceipts.
The Refreshment Department, under the
direction of Mrs. DR.. J. S. Richardson
whose beaming countenance affords an ir
resistible invitation to ''be seated and nar-
take 7" of the Injuries of the season. prom
lses to be, perhaps The most valuable and
lucrative position of the exhibition. and all
who have thus far INDUCED in lunch at
the tables are enthusiastic in their praises
OF the "bill of fare" presented for discus
sion. cleanliness, which is said to be s'akin
to goodness" prevails everywhere, dirt or
dust being considered can abonlination "
IN the eyes of the indefatigable managers.
VINO are ably assisted by Mrs. Irene Orn-
dorH and other kind hearted and energetic
volunteers.
The various tables are being rapidly filed
to overfiowing with articles usefrl. orna-
9Wntal and valuable, and the display of
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
Sfamns ON Deeds.

The Petersburg badec has been favored
by friend with the following letter. It is
in relation to matter that interests every
citizen who are holders of, or otherwise par.
ties to deeds, the records of which have
been destroyed during the war.
It will be seen that deed ececuted before
October LIST, 1862. require new stamps
This has been frequently published, but
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
The New York News,

Benjamin Wood, ESD, has sold the New
York Neaps to Messrs. William Cauldwell
and Horace r. Whitney, who, in their SAUL
tatory, express the purpose of making it
an independent organ Of public opinion,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20

work of caring for the graves of the gallant
dead, and endeavoring as far as possible to
preserve their identity, those ladies' solicit
the aid of the people of the several States
who gave birth to those men OF immortal
renown, that they may be enabled to care
for their remains.
The site selected for the Cemetery where
in the bones Of the dead are to be deposit
! ted, is situated near the Court House, pro-
tected by the shade of fine grove of trees,
and is withal one of the most beautiful sit
uations in or around the village.
| We trust that that aid which the asBocia-
| ton so much requires, will be extended
Contributions should be addressed to Fred
ericksburg, Va, the nearest post Office to
which the association have access
SPoTsYLyANIA COURTHOUSE, Va, 1866.
large number Of the ladies OF this county have
organized themselves into body called 'THE
SPoTsYLvANIA LADIES MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION y
the object of which will be to rescue from neglect
and devastation the remains OF those who offered
MP their lives in behalf Of the "Lost Cause" 1t
is intended, far as possible. to identify and re-
move the remains of the Confederate dead who
are buried in this and adjoining counties, to a
Cellt bu0 site OF WHICH DScu StISCloN,
and it is desired to make their last resting place
worthy of the precious dust it shall contain, and
of Virginia, who will guard with jealous care the
dead of her bereayed sisters, still suffering
from the desOlations of a cruel war. We are COM
PEELED to appeal for aid for the furtherance Of our
object, to the patriotic and generous friends OF the
South feeling that each one will esteem 1T a duty
and privilege to shield from obllteratlOn the
graves of those who went from their OWL State
it may be from their own homes. emberlng
with pride what Southern women have accom-
plished in the dark sad past, we have assurance
that our appeal in behalf of our pious work will
nual subscription of twenty-five cents may become
an active member Of this Association. Amy per-
son may, by the payment Of an annual subscril =
ton of 81 or upwards become an honorary, and
any paying $25 upwards at any one time,
may become Life member of this Association
Any Society of kindred character may become
auxiliary to this upon contributing not less than
500 to its funds and shall be entitled to represent
tatOn the basis of two representatives to every
500 so contributed.
Mas. DIR. A. j. BOULWARE,
President.
Mrs. JOHN R. SAMUEL,
Vice President.
Miss E. G. FRENCH.
Corresponding Secretary.
Miss EMILY BROWNE,
Recording Secretary.
Mrs. r. G. DABNEY,
Treasurer.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.
DIR. WNI. S. AISOP, JOHN A ENGLISH
DIR. T. J. HANCOCK, JOHN L. ANDREWS,
JAMES L. FRAZER, IRA D. LIPSCOMB,
r. @. DABNEY, JOSEPH SANDFORD.
ok
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which will shrink from the discussion of no
question that can concern the public, and
viii be influenced by the wishes or dicta-
tior of no party, faction or clique what
ever
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
i LAST WORD,

Before giving a blessing and invoking
Amen, must accord Mr.. P. II. Langdon,
now a resident of Augusta and general
Southern agent for this route, q word Of
praise. To his civilities [ am a debtor.
TIE public, too, is not less under obligation
to him, for it was through his enlightened
and liberal suggestions that the fares be-
tween Mobile and New York have been re-
duced to absolute moderation
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20
want of information respecting tits still the
cause of trouble and expense
TREASURY DEPARTMENT.,
OFFICE OF INTERNAL REVENUE,
Washington. Sept. 9Th, 1866.

TREASURY UEPARTMENT,l
OFFICE OF INTERNAL REVENUE,
Washington, Sept. 9Th, 1866.
Sir reply to your letter of the 4th inst, that
the first Internal Revenue Act took effect, so far
as related to stamp duties, October LIST, 1862 In.
struments executed and delivered prior to that
date, though they may be recorded afterwards,
Any instrument issued after the above date,
without the proper stamps may be presented to
the collector by the parties, any persons inter
fixed and cancelled Such Ean instrument issued
at time when, and in a place where no collection
district was established, may be stamped by the
party who issued it, Or by any party having an in
terest therein, at any time prior to January LIST,
1867 When originals are lost the necessary stamps
may be affixed to copies duly proven.
Very respectfully,
e. A. ROLLINS, Commr.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20

principal streets by the military and civil
associations
goods tonight viii forra most attractive
inducement to the philanthropic to encour-
age the enterprise.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20

The Spotsylvania Ladies' Memorial Asso-
citation.
We have received the following circular,
appealing to the South for aid for the above
association, and insert it with Il e hope that
the appeal will meet with a favorable re-
Spouse from many of our readers. In and
around Spotsylvania Court House, many
North Caroinians lie buried, and many of
those gallant dead who have breathed their
last in that vicinity, even now lie unburied.
Having taken upon themselves the great
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1866-09-20

RECEIPT FOR MAKING THE HANDS WHITE
In order to preserve the hands soft and
white, they should always be washed in
warm water with fine soap, and carefully
dried with a moderately coarse towel, being
wellrubbed every time to insure brisk circu-
lation, than which nothing can be more eff
fectual in promoting transparent and soft
appearance. Almond paste is of essential
use in preserving the delicacy of the hands
1t is made thus Blanch and beat urr Pour
ounces of bitter almonds add to them
three ounces of lemon juice, three ounces
OF almond OIL and little weak spirits Of
wine. The following is serviceable pom
AIDE for rubbing the hands OH retiring to
rest Take two ounces of sweet almonds,
beat with three drachms of white wax, and
three drachms of spermaceti put up care
fully in rose water
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u. a. hOLLINS, COInll J
Mr. J. A. PETERSON, Petersburg, Va.

WILMINGTON, CHARLOTTE & RUTHERFORD RAIL
RoAD.-The importance with which Wilmington
Will be vested by the completion Of this Road can
hardly be overrated. The influx of produce which
will attend it will be sufficient in itself to encour-
age our people to advance its completion. The
advantages Of the position of our city will be en-
HANGED, and it Will then become more Of q centre
Of trade than any point within the limits OF the
State. Add to the communication by Railroad
which we possess with the Eastern and Northern
portions Of the State, and with the Upper Districts
Of South Carolina, direct communication with
the rich agricultural Western ard Southern North
Carolina, and we cannot overrate the advanta ges
which will ensue by the completion of this route.
It will be no mere trifing, transient advantage,
but it will be settled, substantial and lasting
benefit, one that will insure prosperity to tie
coming generations as we'll as to ourselves.
There is an apathy existing in regard to this
important subject which we much dislike to see,
one which if it continues, will cause US to repent
of our folly. It is not because we are not aware
that the end i'll view entertained by the corpora
ton would benefit us, but notwithstanding the
knowledge existing in regard to the matter, total
Indifference is m anifested, and by this means the
corporation are deprived Of that encouragement
so necessary to success They have striven against
many disadvantages and have had serious obsta-
cles to surmount. They should receive assistance,
support and encouragement that they may be
strengthened and invigorated in order that the
completion of their task may be rendered less Diff
fcult This should be the case, the communi-
ty who are to derive direct and lasting benefit
from the work, should show themselves apprecia-
tive of the labor undertaken, and will lend help
ing hand, knowing full well that it should advance
their own interests.
We trust the future will be fraught with many
good results from the march of time, and that
what is now hoped and wished for, and is yet only
in view, will become lasting, permanent and unal
terable establishing in this particular the security,
stability and increase of orr trade