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The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

THE TEST OATH PRoSorNcaD UNCONSTITUTIONAL
There is doubt that the supreme court Of the
United States has decided the Missouri test oath IN
constitutional, Hon Frank P. Blair, i'll a speech
recently made at Macon Mission, Mo-, said
81 am here to-day my friends, to tell you that the
supreme court of the United States has already deci
ded that this constitution is invalid and void was
told SO myself by one Of the judges of the supreme
court in Washington and he told in addition that
the only reason why the announcement Of the deci
sion not made was that the minority of those who
held that the law constitutional tour judges hold
ing it constitutional and Ave declaring it unconstitu-
tona) vas the four who begged that the announce
ment might be postponed until tile next term, which
meets in December. A voice: Until after the cleo
ton in this State) That language was not used but
it amounted to that. l can give my theory of this
matter, and tell you what know and what this Judge
told me. Now, what l would say to you would De
this if any registrar refuses to take your vote, no
body take the oath-at least nobody can take it
without perjury. | believe it intended by Drake
to exclude everybody who was not willing to commit
perjury
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

We have received two or three copies Of the Ma
cogdoches Chronicle, edited by Col. VIM. Clark
Though small in size, it is conducted With ability and
bids fir to rank with the foremost journals Of eastern
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

MoRE CoLoRED TRooPs TO BE MUSTERED 0ur.-The
telegraph informs that general Grant has directed
the muster-out Of six colored regiments, while
seventeen thousand will be retained in the service 1t
is intended to send number of them out to the far
west.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

Mr. J. J. Hope has desirable family residence for
rent on Texas street.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

The South Pacific railroad ID Missouri has been sold
to Fremont Co. for 81 100000 This includes every
thing belonging 10 the road
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

HIGHLY IMPORTANT DEcIsIoN.--A Washington dis
patch Of the oath says involving the constitu
tonalty Of the civil rights bill has just been decided
adversely by judge Thomas, of the circuit court Of
Virginia, sitting in Alexandria. In civil action be-
tween white men, Of the parties offered to pro
duce negro testimony.
The judge decided that, nasmuch as the State laws
Of Virginia forbade the introduction of negro test
mony in civil suits to which white men alone we're
parties, the evidence of the negro inadmissble
and that congressional legislation could impair her
right to decide what persons or classes of persons
were competent to testify in her courts.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

GENERAL EwELL-The Maury county (Tenn.) Her.
aid says Among the farmers in the city on Monday
last we were glad to sec general EwcI distinguished
as soldier, who is now a resident OF old Many and
is going largely into stock farming. The general has
magnificent farm, is entering upon his life with
his accustomed energy and zeal, and hope and pre-
diet for him great success He appears in excellent
health and cheerful spirits"
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

uoSoRs TO TIE LATE HENRY w ALLEN-Last Wed
nesday morning a meeting of the citizens of Sbreve-
port held at the court house for the purpose Of
taking iniatory steps to DO honor to the remains of
the late Henry W. Allen. The following correspond
enee, between the committee appointed at tho meet
ing and Hon T. T. Land, is the result Of the meeting
suREyEroRT, LOUISIANA, May 20, 1865.
Honorable T. 7. Land:
Sir-At a meeting of the citizens Of Caddo parish,
held at the court house to-day, for the purpose Of
taking preliminary steps to do honor to the remains OF
his ezcellency the late governor Henry Watkins Allen
the undersigned were appointed committee to select
some one to deliver funeral Grafton in honor Of the
distinguished dead We have selected you, sir, and
hope you will indicate the day on which you viii de
liver said Grafton.
We have the honor to be, very respectfully, YOUR
aobedlCnt servants, ROLAND JONES'
JAMES w. DUNCAN,
j. G. MoNcUEE
ALECK BoARNAN.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

A Washington dispatch. Of the oath ult. SAYS the
house has passed the BIZ extending the freedmen bu-
reap three wears
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

Tnn NrMPnTs HTors.-Mai0r GiIbrcth, sent BY Ue7,
Howard IT, jnrastiroto tbo Mcmnbis riots has made
r,r+iaI ;ornrt ~ - Tto savs tbe civil
p".l'|a - w a4 80 .;.o IL tbesa
nave uo1 taNeh tue sI l5eS me-
Ie.IIoe !IolS' ana seem 10 regard t'ell 40
Sklrmlshi between tue police ana the negroes. --
= NJ - c,sooyoboats
stqesga d Rzlaa7-H NJ Cushman, Henderson, 2is
pks; T. Vitherspoon, Marshall ? do J NJ Craig 90 !
do Waskom Il Wiley, Powelton, Is do; Perry -
Kahn Jqresvie, / do Lancaster & Lewis, Marsha.
Is do Ii NJ Cushnan Henderson, Il do; Sch#q5'55f Nh
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

The Memphis Avalanche publishes in its financial
column letter from F. f. Spinner, treasurer Of Tie
United States, TO Mr. R. G. Daniel cashier Of The mgr
chants national bank Of that city upon the obligations
Of the government to redeem tie circulating notes Of
the national banks, should the banks issuing the same
fail e Do so Itis an official acknowledgment Of the
obligations Of the government to redeem such notss
The Washington correspondent of the Baltimore
sun thinks that carly in June congress will have dis
posed Of the reconstruction question: and probably BY
abandoning the task hopeless. The majority viii
elamer for adjournment, and it will no doubt be cur
ried Congress abandoning tie field to the president
viii 60 into the fall elections under great disadvantage
Mr.. Geo. Peabody, who is now sojourning With lis
friends IN Essex county, Conn, has been notified 10
make a return Of bis income since SePtembe, lst2
for the purpose Of taxation guder the revenue Laws Of
s.e United States
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

FREEDMEN's BUREAU FRAUDs.-The New York cor
respondent of the st. Lous Republican, writing under
date Of the l4h, does up the freedmens bureau thus
The official reports Of generals Fuerton and Stead
man, upon the operation Of the reedmen's bureau in
Virginia and North Carolina, is published 1t is quite
lengthy, and reviews with rigor the action of OF
the agents who accused Of robbery, cruelty and
fraud The report concludes: complaints have been
made to by planters that these agents of the bureau
use the power Of their positions to obtain and contract
the best labor in the State. There is 10 doubt that
Of the i'll feeling manifested toward the bureau,
on the part Of the planters is attributed this fact
The arbitrary powers exercised by the officers and
agents of the bureau in making arrests, imposing
fines inactfng punshments, disregardiDg the local
laws, and especially the statute Of limitations creates
prejudice against the government If the officers were
honest and Intelligent with limited information,
it might be safe to trust them with the extraordinary
power; but in many instances the officers do not pos
sess the slightest knowledge Of the law. We are sat
is6ed that the recommendation which we made in
reference to the withdrawal Of the officers of the
bureau in Virginia, and the transfercnce to the Off
GERS commanding the troops Of such duty it may be
necessary to perform in connection with the freedmen
is equally applicable to North Carolina.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

According to tile Washington correspondent Of the
Baltimore Sun, "the political movement in favor Of
elccng general Grant the next president has met
with wonderful success The republicans of all shades
accept the proposition as the best if the only
mode Of securing their desired ends. That is the
compromise be offered to the eleven southern States
The republicans are to have the presidency for the
next term, and the south may have restoration and
representation"
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

The inventor Of nitroSlycerine says it is not that
which expodes it is the sawdust. That may be- for
western paper tells of lady's false calves stuffed
with this article which burst aud says that she could
be tracked by the sawdust wherever she went. The
explosion must have been so violent as to reud her
stockings.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

AIETANDRIA.-We regret 70 learn from Tue officers
Of the Alabama, that the evee in front Of Alexandria
gave way last week in consequence of which the town
inundated to the depth Of FIVE or six feet The
warehouse near the crevasse was entirely washed awav
while the ice house the only building of any preton
sons in the place, was threatened with destruction
the foundation Of one Of its corners having washed
away; and from it the Alabama rescued some ten or
twelve families. She also brought up all the cotton
to which access could be bad This is another terri
bic blow to that unfortunate place-onc, toe, from.
which we fear it will take long time to recover
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

We have received the first number of the New Or
leans Medical Record semi,montbly journal of the
medical science, published at New Orleans by S. r.
Chambers & Co. at Sc per annum. 1t is edited by
Bennett Dowler NJ. D., of the best medical wri-
tiers in the south. 1t is neatly printed in pamphlet
form, and tie number before US contains many arti-
ces, from distinguished authors, Of great interest to
the medical fraternity. This work should be in the
hands of every physician in the country.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

TIE PoLcE-Our police, under the control Of The
efficient chief, doing yeomans service in hunting
up the iaw-brealers. Since they have GOT fully at
work, great change for the better s percepibIe in
every part Of the city They certainly Deserve praise
for the efficient manner in which they bd -e dschafgod
ther duties, and We trust that they viii continue to
merit It.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

Bricks BY reference to Tally Hopes advertise
men in another column, it will be seen bat they
prepared to furnish our citizens with any quantity Dc
bricks. Experts in that line inform Us that these
brick are Of superior quality We Hoae so and also
that they viii soon be 7ally(ed off to the profit Of
the rnterprising manufacturers
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

]. B. Lewis, jr, on the corner of Spring and Texas
streets, offers superior inducements to those in want
of boots and shoes. lie is of the opinion that he
can fill bills for these articles at lower price than any
other house in the city Those who doubt it had bet
ter give him a call q
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

Dods-Our efficient police, without dry relaxation
Of that admirable energy with which they have been
eudeayorng to curail the o5streporousess of refHc
tory bipeds, are also paying some ATTENTION to the
quadrupeds. To cut the matter short, all those dogs
unable to pay one dollar for the privilege of pcram-
buatng our town. will have to make themselves scarce
Of their precious lives a sacrifice viii be made for
Che good Of their country for just about this time
the police death on those Of the earine race un-
adorned With tin medal having therdon The con
trollers permission to run at large
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

THr ATTEMPT on THE LIFE OF THE CzAR-Tie road
Je aasGgyia.-1hc Americans in st. Petersburg for
waTde: address of congatulation to the Gar bis
rectut escape from assassination, and received gr-
cioJEs seply.
llhct man who attempted the assassination is about
twehtN-one Years old and apparently well educated.
He Speaks Prussiai 1t has been said that he is far
mer bat the more general opinion is that he Is stu
denp Immediately after his arrest and upon being
SEIZED, he cried out to the people, "AIl have done
for Sod He (the Czar) has cheated you. He has net
given $ou enough land" They found some papers on
his person One of the documents was in the form Of
proclamation TO the people of Russia in which is
announced the world will not can never enjoy peace
until az the princes have been destroyed
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06
SHREVEPORT:
WEDNESDAY.........

Thos Mcintyre, Of New Orleans, is our only duly au
thorzed agent receive subscriptions and advertise
ments
Colonel S. D. Wood Of Marshall Texas, Is our duly
authorised agent to receipt for subscriptions
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1866-06-06

THE Johnson MEETING At PHILADELPHIA lhe
Philadelphia correspondent Of the Cincinnati Com
nercal writing under date Of the 2lst umo, has the
following in relation to the great johnson meeting at
Philadelphia on that day:
The academy Of music was crowded tonight to its
fullest extent by an enthusiastic audience Of ladies and
gentlemen to listen to speeches by senators Cowan
and Dootle, in support OF presidents ohnson Henry
Semon, Esq occupied the chair.
Senator Doolittle after treating the subject of the
rebellion and the present issue before the country de-
cared the man who denies the union of the States
under the constitution is himself disunonist En-
thusiastic applause, lie rufuted the many calumnies
that had been raised against the personal character OF
the president, and expressed his firm belief that no
man living more assiduously and conscientously
engaged in the discharge Of his duty to bis country
than Andrew Johnson. Loud applause
He Illustrated the policy of president lincoln in the
recommendation Of Louisiana and Arkansas to admis-
sion into the Union, which policy had been in1orsed
the Baltimore convention, and by majority in both
houses OF congress year ago, to show the policy OF
president johnson not a one, but that it was
in obedience to the wishes of the Union party In
stead Of the president proving false the who were
leading the Union party were peryerng its grand
objects and Intentions the restoration OF the Union
and enforcement of the laws.
Senator Cowan followed in an eloquent argument
in defence of sustaining the law by virtue Of which
the rebellion had been crushed. The presidents plan
of reconstruction relies alone upon the authority Of
the constitution-the law of the land. [CheeFs. 1
the southern people had not forgotten their obedience
to the constitution there would have been no REBEL
ion. lie was opposed to any amendment Of the con
stituton at the present time. Great and continued
applause As indorsers of the presidents policy, he
would mention Seward, Stanton Welles, Grant, Sher
man, Meade, Hancock, and others. Focilerous cheer
ing
On the other hand, in opposition he placed the name;
Of Stevens Butler, and Others Mingled Kisses ant
slight applause In conclusion, Mr.. Cowan said bis
hope in the virtue and integrity of the people
both north and south. The southern people had suf
fered severely, and now the time TO extend mercy
after they had surrendered to the law
After other speeches by distinguished gentlemen thc
meeting adjourned.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

STARR BRO. and H. CORNELL, Delaware o.,
and Druggists generally.
nlarc.n D.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

GUllIal WILn
TWO CENTS WORTH or COIL OIL OR ss1EAPTITA,' ?
To do the cooking ordinarily required for meal in
ia miy Of five six, and with the greatest dispatch
ard perfect cleanliness, and great saving in time,
these Stoves be heated well extingu shed in
few moments. They are perfectly safe, DO not get
out Of order, and can be managed by any one,
portable be used in any part Of the house they
make
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15
10 nTRr. TEurD 10 PrFE


And viii not heat the Heretofore, Stove has
been constructed where the amount Of heat could
instantly controlled and regulated to any degree de-
sired This. in
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

N. L, STARR, Delaware, Ohio
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15
Indian Herb Doctor
During 1866, 1867, and 1868,
CONTINUE TO VISIT

The following places, on the fol
lowing dates Of each and every
month, viz
CLEVELAND, OHIO, AMERICAN
HOTEL, 1st, I'd, Sd and 4th of each month
WOOSTER, CRADALL EXCHANGE,
9th and 9Th Of each month.
DELAWARE, AMERICAN HOUSE, 9TH
and Sth of each month.
COLUMBUS, NEIL HOUSE, 9th and
10th Of each month.
MT. VERNON, KENYON HOUSE, 18th
and 18th of each month.
NEWARK, PRESTON HOUSE, 18th and
14th of each month.
TOLEDO, SUMMIT STREET HOUSE,
25th and 26th, of each month.
DETROIT, MICH, FISHERS BLOCK,
Woodward Avenue, 22d, 23d, 24th, 9th
28th of each month
JACKSON, MICH, 2Oth of each
month.
ANN ARBOR, MONITOR HOUSE, 21st
of each month.
KALAMAZOO, BURDICK HOUSE,
18th and 18th of each month.
ALBION, ALBION House, 18th Of
each month.
MARSHALL, HERNDON HOUSE, 18th
of each month.
BATTLE CREEK, BATTLE CREEK
HOUSE, 18th of each month
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

J. B. DAGUE: Dear Sir I'VE haye been using one
OF your Petroleum Stoves over Two weeks and ind it
performing all you claim for it. Take pleasure say
ing the stove success particularly the economy
Of fuel and cleanliness and fully half the expense
is saved. The work too is done quickly be done
on any other Stove.
ReepeclluIIy, SAlLuEL HANKIES.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

Is especially OF the features OF the PETROLEUM
COOK STOVEl And eXempts the ladies from the -
for the entire State, and manufacturing and sup
plying the stove at the rate OF 100 per week IL Is
now used in the families Of the leading merchants
mechanics, minister's lawyers and others OF this city
Il is an admirable thing for SALOONS AND RESTAU-
RANTS and simply Of oil takes the place Of
the coal or wood house. We furnish the Stove com
plete for only $25, which viii cook woll any S75
stove, SIS for single burners.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15
READ THE FnLL1WiR8 TEs nM0NlAIs


]. B. DAGUE Dear Sir The Petroleum Stove we
purchased Of you has proved satisfactory every par
ticular and recommend it the neattst and cheap
est Stove in use.
yours truly, S. B. PHIPPs, Prot. Of 1IusIo
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15
tsespectl uliy Yeursi
C. E. FELTON, Pastor Sigh s.. n, a, Church,

NoALhbtss o. Ahrch lAsL 1866
J, B. DAGUE Dear Sir ;-l have thoroughly tested
the Petroleum Stove as heater, and do net hesitate
IN saying that other stove or furnace compare
with it tor tailors work, shop work other places
where hatrons have 20 be used. have had charge
Cioak manufactures for the past sixteen years, and
have tried every invention for cleanliness ana conveu-
lcnce, but never could overcome the Inconvenience OF
dirt aud oppressive heat In the summer time With
your Petroleum stove, however, have had H0Hs 9f
he aboce objections to contend rith while the saYiue OF
fuel Is LulIE seNenLv-LIEn nar canL.
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15

Or. REARSHALL'S
Catarrh Snuff.
This Snuff has thoroughly proved itself to be the best
Head and Headache. It has been found an excellent
remedy in many cases Of Sore Eyes. Deafness has
been removed by it, and Hearing has often been
greatly improved by its
It is fragrant and agreeable, and
GIVES IMMEDIATE RELIEF
to the dull heavy pains caused by diseases of the
head. The sensations after using it delightful and
invigoratng It opensand purges all distractions
strengthens the glands, and gives healthy action TO
the parts Affected
MORE THAN THIRTY YEARS
of sale and use Of DR., MARSHALL Catarrh and Head
ache Snuff has proved its great value for all the
common diseases Of the head, and at this moment
stands higher than ever before.
It is recommended by many Of the best physicians
and is used with great and satisfaction every
where.
Read the Certificates Of Wholesale Druggists
in 1854
The undersigned having for many years been &C
HEADACHE SNUFF, and sold it in our wholesale
trade cheeruy sate that believe it to be equal in
every resp to the recommendations given Of it for
Catarrhal Affections, and that it is deCid
edly the best article we have known for all
mon diseases Of the Head.
Burr Z Perry, Boston Barnes & Park, New York
Reed, Austen = Co., 'f A. B. & D. Sands, &C
Brown, LansOm & Co - Stephen Paul & Co. 81
Reed, Cutler Co, & Israel Minor & Co, q
Seth ". FOwle, Z" M2KessOn & Robbins
Wilson Fair bank < Co @ A. L. ScOvill & Co. g
Henshaw ,Edmand & Co. N. Ward, Close & Co. &C
H H. Hay, Portland, Ne. Bush & Gale,
jY2s 's5-Y
Delaware gazette. [volume] (Delaware, Ohio) 1855-1886, 1866-06-15
"a MODE OF EXAMINATION. -ysa

DR.. l. dIscerns diseases by the eye he therefore,
asks no questions neither does he require invRids TO
explain Symptoms. Let one and all come and have
their symptoms and the location or their disease ex
planned free Of charge.
Remember, consultation and advice free. The
poor shall be literally considered. The Dr. has just
issued pamphlet containing brief sketch Of his
study and travels, which be had Of charge
allWho desire 1t.
Post Once Address PROF. J. R. LYONS, Cleveland
Ohio' BOX 200 mare 1y.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1866-02-07
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Leave Norfolk for New York every WEDNES-
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Returning, they will leave New York every
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For expedition and security, this route, as past
experience has proven, will be found the best in
every respect.
In the construction Of these Steamers, special
attention has been paid to the finish and comfort
Of the Saloons and State Rooms, in order to in
duce travel by them.
Passengers can secure their Tickets and : tate
Rooms before the arrival of the Ships, by apply
Ing to the Agents
When ordering goods from New York, the pa.
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OLD LINE New York and Virginia Steamship
Company. Pier 81, North River.
Freight taken at low rates.
j. N. SMITH q BROTHER
Agents, Town Point.
decl2-H Norfolk. Va.