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Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-15
COTTON FEES.

uueefs VI coLtoii are subjected Dy Inc
imposition of the excise duties
are discouraging enough, taken
pure and simple, without any more
levying Of taxes,if such can possibly
be avoided.
Complaints are rife, among parties
whose interests are affected, relative
to certain charges which are made
by government officials, over and
above the charges stipulated by the
Revenue Office at Washington, for
the weighing and marking of cotton.
ii is alleged that fee of thirty
cents per bale, il charged for weigh
ing and marking, in the face of the
regulations adopted by Commissioner
Rollins of the Internal Revenue Of
flee and approved by Mr.. McCulloch,
Secretary Of the Treasury, which
fixes tie fee in such case at fj1een
GEMS.
The following is the regulation
referred TO, which YVES issued under
date Of Sept. IS, 1866.
The fee for weighing and marking
cotton, including the labor Of insert
ing the metallic tag, will be fifteen
cents per bale, until otherwise ordered.
In special cases the Commissioner
may prescribe different fee; but 10
no case will a greater fee be allowed,
unless the circumstances urgently re.
quire it. The fee, as fixed, will cover
all expenses Of handling and marking
the cotton and in no case, where a
duly appointed weigher is employed,
will the owner, holder or producer of
the cotton be required to pay more
than the established fee. But where |
a regularly appointed weigher is not |
employed, the owner must-as d. |
rected in Series 2, No. 5, page 3
provide for the performance of the |
manual labor connected with the
weighing and marking, under the i'm.
mediate oversight of the assessor or
assistant assessor, who can receive no
fee and make no charge except for |
necessary travelling expenses to places
not designed.
Many persons who claim to have
just cause for grievance in this mat
ter, are curious to know bow the as
SCISSOR, or his assistant, under whose
directions, the wei Ching and marking
Is done, can construe or interpret the
spirit and letter Of the above law to
mean more than what is conveyed in
It's plain provisions with regard TO
the fee question.
The only justification that mi eht
be advanced for the extra charge of
fifteen cents per bale, may be
'ound in the last clause of the regu-
alton wherein an exception is made
Tor necessary travelling expenses
Q places not designated" But Ibis
'lea is met and overtbvown on the
,round, as we are informed, that no
ravellng expenses are incurred by
be assessor or his assisIant-the
veighers of cotton who travel on the
oass not being charged for their
assage to any point up or down the
lver. This being the case, and the
royisions of the regulation being so
lear that che who runs may read" 3
re are at loss 10 conceive how this j
per-imposed fee Of fifteen cents per
ale, can be reconciled with the !
rlnciples Of right and justice. 3
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MORE CATTLE KILLING AND MI

MORE CATTLE KILLING AND MU-
TILATlNG.-This barbarous practice
continues 10 be carried on to an
enormous extent in spite Of the laws
and ordinances prohibiting and pun
ishing it. Valuable cows belonging
to our citizens are every day bru-
tally killed or mutilated by the cot
ton patch eultivators in this vicinity
who have no fences and will make
none 10 protect their patches from
cattle trespassing. Our city au-
thorities make ordinances on this
subject, but fail to enforce them. Is
there no remedy2l
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HARDWARE. BETTING. ETC.

DosTICK SEYMOUR, IS Fulton street.
- Whole ale Dealers 10 Metals. Hardware,
ship Chandiery, 4 = smbost and Railroad Supplies
AGENTS, for New York Betting and Packing.
novl5-iy
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TEWELRY AND FANCY GOODS.

A , GRTsW0LD 4 co (old firm Of Hyde d
1s Goodrich, established s.y years., Manu-
facturers AVID fnrsr ers a. Watches, Jewelry,
silVerware, Cutlery, Guns and Pistols; Corner Of
Canal and Royal streets. noyl5-Iy
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New Orleans Business Cards.
WHOLESALER FISH MEeCuA NTs

g d. MOODY Co, CT TchoupitouIas street
Ne Special attention ven TO selling Macks rel,
Goldfish, Herring, butter, Cheese and Lard.
novl5-ly
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RALrNG AND ROPE.

DLARTRKs In want Of a good article Of India
IL Tagging and Rope, can find the same at
septl5 JACKsOEfs
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POTATOES AMID oNIoNs.

7 UsT RECEIVED, a choice lot Of Potatoes and
" onion--atFeur Dollars per barrel
octl1 A. JACKSON.
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WHISKY! WHIsKYII
MATCHES! MATCHEsrt

WTM. dATBs' improved Waterproof Matches,
w in quantities to quit purchasers at
rov1 A. JACKEON'S
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CIDER VINEGAR.

\ lEALEks supplied With barrels and half bar
~ reIs Of Cider Vinegar, on reasonable terms al
sept2o Egz4 a. JACRsOA's
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ARROW TIE.
BREAKFAsTvBACoN& IfAMs.

HAVE in Store lot Of fine Sugar Cured
Il Hams and breakfast Bacon Families would
90 well 10 call and examine for themselves before
purchasing elsewhere.
ccsli @ g A.JACKg0N. ~
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BUGGIEss CARRIAGES,

FH1HE SUBSCRIBER would call at. canER IL
l. tention TO the buggies and Carr szSsRz@
riagss manufactured at his establishment as fully
equal In finish and workmanship to any 10 the
country. He il also receiving small assortment
Of Busg'cB and Carriage, from the North, which
Will be sold at New Orleans prices.
fpoyl3 FRED. ID TUENARD.
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sa- WHARTON 4 u.LIsGsWoRTH, General
Newspaper and Collecting Agents. lis Common street
between Camp and st.. Charles streets.
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BRANDYl RRANDYrl

UsT sEoEIVED--a superior article flor msdf-
81 csInse) at J. JAsTREMeKI
uiylf Court House Square.
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BUILDERS. TAKE NOTICE

ASH AFo4ALEI
HAVE In store 100 barrels Richards' Caps
l. Lime, Cement, Plaster of Paris sud Uaiy r.
quantities to suit purchasers y
octl5 JAMES McVAY
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
death of a Distinguished Man.

The unexpected death Of Hon. Henry Win
ter Davis, in the 49th year of his age, has Gre
ated a great sensation. He was known through
out the Union and abroad as one of the most
logical and accomplished speakers If the coun-
try. In Congress be was ever a prominent
leader. Though his somewhat radical senti-
ments caused him to be dropped by his own
party in thenoninating Convention, vet it must
be admitted that Baltimore never had a more
Brilliant representative than Mr. Davis since
the days of William Pinckney.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04

MEETING OF GENERALS SHERMAN AND JOE
JOHNsToN.-General Joseph E. Johnston, the
Commander of the late Confederate 'Army of
Tennessee" arrived in Memphis on the Goth in
slant, and put up at the Geyoso House, where
he met Major Grncral Sherman, of the Union
army. On this Memphis paper remarks;
1T is something of a coincidence that he and
General Sherman should have met here. the
one in the discharge of his ordinary military
duties, and the other in pursuits of private
business. Their meeting was characterized by
the kindlineSs which ever inspires the true SOL
der when hoStilties have ceased Their pre-
vious meeting in North Carolina was pregnant
with momentous results Then they met as
enemies. Now they are friends and fellow
countrymen, cherishing for each other respect
and kindness Cannot the country emulate the
example of these two great living comman-
ders?'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
Death of Henry Winter Davis.

We announce with sincere regret the death
of the Hon. Henry Winter Davis, whichoccur-
red in this city on Saturday afternoon. His
death was unexpected, and in its suddenness
will increase the regret that will be felt by a
wide circle of personal friends, and by the
Nation at large, to whom Mr. Davis was known
as one of our most earnest thinkers eloquent
orators. But few days since he was on our
streets in his usual excellent health. A cold
resulted in a severe attack of pneumonia, under
which he rapidly sank
Mr.. Davis was still young, he having been
born at Annapolis in 1917. He graduated at
Hampden Sidney College, adopted the profess
sion of the law, and at an early age he became
prominent in political life. So long as the old
Wing party existed he was an ardent and de-
cided adherent to the principles and traditions
of that political organization. Subsequently
he acted for time with the American party,
but on the rise of the Republican party was
among the first of the prominent men of Mary
land who sided with the cause of freedom and
progress.
Mr.. Davis served eight years in Congress,
having been elected to the House of Represen-
tativeS for three successive terms from the
Fourth NOW the Third Congressional District
of this State, and again representing the Dis
trict in the Thirty-eighth Congress. He early
made his mark in Congress, obtaining dis
tinction and influence that has been accorded
to but few young members. In the Thirty
fourth and Thirty-ffth and Thirty-sixth Con-
gress he was member of the Committee of
Ways and Means, and in the Thirty-eighth
Congress he served as Chairman of the Commit
tee on Foreign Affairs. Mr.. Davis was in all
things a decided man. His advanced views
frequently divided him from the bulk of his
party, and he had that want of practicability
which sometimes made him dangerous to the
cause he eSpouSed, but those who differed from
him never doubted his fidelity to principle
In private life he was heightened, irreproach-
able gentleman, attaching to him strongly those
who came within the circle Of his influence
Like most men who make bitter enemies, Mr..
Davis also had warm friends. As a public
speaker he had but few superiOrs in this coun-
try. His style was peculiarly his own always
original, forcible and eloquent Baltimore
american.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
General Early.

Lieut.. General Early has been voluntary
exile since the close of the war. He has been
IN HAVANA forsome months, and designs going
to Mexico at an early day.
Gen. E. has just written letter to the New
York Nslrs, in which he explains the part he
played in the Valley, and exhibits the great
disparity of bis forces compared with those of
Sheridan. Early says that when he appeared
in front of Washington, 18th July, 1864, he
had only 5000 muskets, about 40 field pieces,
and 1000 badly mounted and equipped caval-
~ AT the battle Of the 0pequon, Early says
Sheridan had four to his one. The cavalry I'M
der Sheridan numbered 10000, well mounted
and equipped and were led by daring officers,
whilst Early had less than 5000, who were
badly equipped and poorly mounted.
Gen. Early also refers in detail to the strength
Of the armies under Lee and Grant He emu
merates the various corps, &C., and says Gran:
had an army of $50, 900, and Lee not over 5O,-
600 men, of all arms, at the opening of the
u 1SDf. l<cC IICCtNtu HO ICthlolNN-
mcnts from the Rapidan to Hanover Junction,
where 1000 joined him. In the meantime the
battles Of the Wilderness and Spotsylvania c.
H. had taken place. Early makes no estimate
Of the reiniorcements sent to Grant. We con-
fine ourselves to Early's report.
Gen. Early says he has never applied for
pardon, land would not accept pardon from
the President of the United States if gratui
tously rendered me without conditions and re-
strictions of any kind" and continues:
Il have nothing to regret in the course pur-
sued by me during the War, except that my
services were not of more avail to the cause for
which fought; and my faith in the justice
Of that cause is not at all shaken by the result.
have not given parole or incurred any obi
cations to the authorities of the United States,
and utterly disclaim all allegiance to or de-
pendenceuponth the Government of tina. country.
am voluntary exile from my own country,
because am not willing to submit to the for
eign yoke imposed upon il"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
The Monroe Doctrine.

The Natioaal hsteRigencer reproduees a let
ter Of Ex-PreSident Thomas jefferson, dated
Monticello, October oath, 1928, Ito President
Monroe, on the subject Of what is known as the
Monroe doctrine-that is, his protest against
european interference with Repubicanism on
the American continent. It's well understood
shat the idea was first suggested by Mr.. Can
ming, the British Premier, as an offset to the
projects Of the Holy Alliance of European
monarcls.
Mr. Jefferson favored the idea, even at the
risk Of war, though he was Of Mr.. Canninss
opinion, that it would prevent, instead Of pro
tIoking war
At the succeeding session, President Monroe
announced his views to Congress, and though
that body never in direct terms responded to
il, no one doubts that a majority of the Ameri-
can people have ever been ready to back the
sentiment with blows if necessary.
Referring to the States just emancipatng
themselves from Spanish rule, Mr.. Jefferson,
though admitting desire 10 have CuOai Salu :
al could honestly, therefore, join in the de-
Slaration proposed, that we aim not at the &C
QUESTION Of any of these possessions; that we
will not stand in the way Of any amicable ar
rangement between them and the mother coun-
try; but that We will oppose with all our
means the forcible interpOsitiOn Of any other
Power, as auxiliary, stipendiary, or under any
other form OF pretext, and most especially their
transfer to any other Power by conquest, ces-
sion, OF acquisition in any other way. l should
think it, therefore, advisable that the Executive
should encourage the British Government to a
continuance in the dispositions expressed in
these letters, by an assurance Of his concur
renee with them as far as his authority goes /;
and that as it may lead to war, the declaration
Of which requires an act Of Congress, the case
shall he laid before them for consideration at
their first meeting and under the reasonable
aspect in which it is seen by himself,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
PUBLIC SALE.
1s Or ittHfe-
USEFUL HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN

hi OF - fiRHei-
USEFUL HOUSEHOLD AND KITCHEN
FURNITURE ~
TXPECTTNG to take charge Of Boarding
IL House elsewhere, which is amply furnished
throughout, / shall offer at public sale, on -.
Tuesday, 2srd Of january, 1866,
all the Furniture, Fixtures, &C., appertaining to
the Union Hotel,' Cbarlestown. The Furniture
is generally plain but of substantial quality and in
good condition. Among other articles it may suf-
fee to enumerate the following: j
Beds Bedsteads and Bedding; several good Mat
tresses so yards new Carpcting; so do worn ];
Wardrobes, Bureaus and Wash Stands; Sofa
Lounges and Settles; Parlor and large Dining Ia
bles Chairs of every description; Clock, Looking
Glasses, Casters, Lamps, Andirons, and other arti-
Giles of use unnecessary to mention. Also, Cook,
Wood and Coal Stoves.
One very superior cow, if not sold privately
She is fresh and her milking qualities equal to
the best Of the county. 4f3
One barrel superior Cider Vinegar, A large and
general supply Of Plates, large Dishes, Tea and Cof
fee Sets, Wooden, Tin and Earthen Ware, Pots,
Ovens, Barrels, Bottles, Jars, &c.
TERMS Cash. and no property removed until
terms are complied with. -
REBECCA J. DONAyIN.
w. T. FOREMAN, Auc. s.its
Jan. 4, 1S66--Spt copy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
DIED.

On the morning of the goth December, in Bolivar,
Jefferson county, Va; JOHN A. SCHKFFER, in
the nth year Of his age. He moved to this place
in 1907, and shortly afterwards was employed in
the United States Armory, where for many years
be held the position of inspector foreman Of the
stock department
Brother Sehefer was a true Christian. For 4s
wears he was a consistent member Of the Methodist
Church, Sc Of which hewas class leader, He took
lively interest in every good work; was liberal
with his means, and ever friend to the poor. His
whole life was an exemplifcation Of the principles
of Christianity. During his lingering illness he
was calm and resigned and while able TO speak
bore testimony Of the suciences of that religion he
had protested 90 many years, to sustain In dying
hour. His life was noble--loyed and honored by all
who knew him-his end triumphant Heleft behind
him hallowed memory, constraining by bis exam
pie those around him to say, "Let me die the
his" Z. RICHARDSON.
Harper's Ferry, Va, Dee. &c, 1865. J
Ofconsumption, on the 18th ult at the residence
of his mother, in Bolivar Jefferson county, w. Va,
GEORGE Ii. GRAHAM, in the 2sth year of his
age. .,
of friends and acquaintance to mourn this sad dis
pensaton of Divine Providence.
In him were combined all the sterling qualities of
an honorable, upright man, and it is consoling to
his bereaved friends to know that be departed re-
signedly and in full hope of blissful Immortality
beyond the grave. ~,
otis thus with all our earthly ties;
Meath all that's fair and bright there lies
The whitening seed Of death, decay,
For age and youth must pass away"
In Dubuque city, Iowa, on Monday the l1th of
December. '65 of Group, WILLIAM ABRAHAM,
SON of the late Charles j. Chapline, aged years,
months and n days sr
In Shepherdstown, on oath Of December, Mr..
DANIEL BROOKS, aged &C years and months.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
Re-Assembling.

The Legislature of Virginia resumed its ses-
sion yesterday, and Congress viii re-assemble
tomorrow.
As soon as Texas and Florida complete their
organization, it is understood that the Presi-
dent will issue his proclamation declaring the
Union restored, and all the States revolving in
their appropriate orbit 1t will then only re-
main for Congress to allow the representation
70 which the restored States are entitled, or to
take the responsibility Of perpetuating dis
union. The most radical of the members who
are now deelaiming on the subject will find it
necessary to = cave in, unless they are willing
to see the party displaced by the Overwhelm-
ing sentiment of the country
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
notice.!

rTNHE Cash System, now operating through all
channels of business, cOmpels US TO adopt an
approach to the same rule. We are affected by f.
nancial requirements as much as the mechanic,
merchant or farmer. Like others we must live at
the present advanced rates, and pay for what we
need as we go. Therefore, hereafter our bills will
be presented every months for payment, to-wit
April lst July LIST, October lst and January lst to
regular patrons. Bill of charges handed in at the
end of every case.
Es-All transient and irregular practice must be
paid for when service is rendered.
Respectfully,
JOHN J. TT. STRAITH.
G. F. MASON, s.r-.
w. F. LIPPITT,
j. A. STRAITH.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04

The cold Sappington Hotel Bar Room" has
just been re-opened after suspension of years,
under the managementof JNo. r. AVIS. Capt.
John Avis viii give it a general supervision,
which is guarantee of good order and deco
rum at all times.
Whilst we donot advocate the multiplication
of places for the retail of ardent spirits yet, as
people will indulge, it is we'll for them to make
use of the best Liquors, and we are assured this
establishment will supply only good spirits /"
such as have no " headache or eight" in them.
In connection with this establishment are
transportation facilities-Horses & Vehicles for
hire, &c.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04


Az election was held at Georgetown, D. c.,
on Thursday last, to ascertain the views of the
citizens Of that place with regard to the pro-
prie,y of granting the right of suffrage to ne
groes. Over seven hundred votes were cast,
and Of the whole number only one vote was re-
corded in favor of thus extending the franchise.
The Savannah (Ga.l papers recordthe death
Of the Hon. Vim. H. Stiles, formerly United
States Minister to Austria He was formerly
a member Of Congress, and at one time COM
manded in Savannah under the rule of the Con-
federates.
The Postmaster General is rapidly opening
pOst-ofices in the South. he re-sstsblishes
two hundred week.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
Radicalisn.

The New York Times, edited by Henry J..
Raymond, one of the ablest Of the Republican
members Of Congress, says: " Weare confident
that if the propositions If Mr.. Stevens, Mr..
Bingham, and others, had been adopted as the
doctrines Of the Republican party in this State
last fall, the opposition would have elected
their ticket by fifteen thousand majority
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04

JUDGE BALcH.-In consequence Of the in
disposition Of this gentleman, the Circuit Court
for Jefferson county has been postponed until
the first Monday in February next.
bE- We are in need Of three copies Of the
Free Press Of eth Of December. Can any Of
our friends supply Us within day or two?
We waut WOOD. Some Of our patrons
viii please remember Us, and not forget their
promises.
TaE trial Of Admiral Senmes is said to be
sxsd for the 18th Of January inst. In the
meantime, it is reported, he viii be confined in
inc Old Capitol
.SEonETARy Seward presented to each Of the
slerks IN bis Department. . beautiful morocco
portfolio, appropriately inseribed.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
LOCAL SUMMARY

SNIVELY WHISKEY.-Mr. w. EBY, Of
this town, is supplied at his "Old Family Gro
cery," witha small supply of this choice brand
of Old Rye Whiskey, manufactured several
years before the war. It's proprietor had to
make many strategic movements to save it
from military raids, and those wishing choice
brand either for medical or drinking purposes,
will not fail to avail themselves of the oppor-
tunity to get a supply. This is not intended
as mere vague recommendation, but as ad-
vice to those in search of medicinal article
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
The Supreme Court.

The opinion gains ground that the vacancy
IN the Supreme Court Bench occasioned by
the death Of Judge Catron of Tennessee will
be filed by the appointment of Judge William
L, Sharkey, late Provisional Governor of Mis-
sissippi, who has long been acknowledged as
one Of the ablest lawyers Of the country.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1866-01-04
THE OLD sAPPINGToN HOUSE
RA AR ROOM

TOHN r. AVIS informs his friends and the pub
81 lie generally that he has Just returned from the
Eastern markets with one of the largest and best
stocks of ~ y 4
LIQUORS
ever brought TO this town, which he offers for sale
at the upper Bar Room Of the Sapington Hotel, and
pledges himself to do everything in his power to
crafty the palates of his customers.
He is also prepared to
TAKE CHARGE OF HORSES
for guests at the Sappington Hotel, or others.
We Horses and Vehicles for Hire. Also hauling
of all kinds done.
The whole business will be under the supervision
of his father, Capt. JOHN AVIS, which he hopes
will be sufficient guarantee for good order, &c
A call is solicited.
January 4, 1866