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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
From the Norfolk Day Book.
Negro Labor and Tobacco


The time is not far distant when the true
value of free negro labor will be as well
understood at the North as it is at the
South. We are acquainted with the delay
IN getting the cotton crop to market the
present season, and the waste and loss suf-
fered by the planters from the want Of
su tficient help to pick it out. The conclu-
81 on is that the negro as a laborer, in his
present relation, is a failure.
But the complaint and the evidence of
this fact comes also from the tobacco plan
tiers. Many adjoining counties in Virginia
and North Carolina. on the upper waters
of the Roanoke and on the Dan andStaun-
ton rivers, raise corn, wheat and tobacco
the latter being the marketable crop. Ex-
tensive experiments have been made with
the freedmen in that section to test the
question fairly whether tobacco can be
successfully and proftably raised by their
labor, and the result is stated to be unfa-
vorable. The negroes were hired-some
on wages and some on shares Of the crop
principally to make tobacco, and the
planters all complain that it was a losing
business. Feeding and furnishing the
teams, together with the outlay for
guano, and the expenses OF the labOrer,
amount to more than the income; and then,
IN the very nick of time, when the tobacco
must be cut to be saved, One-th1rd, ana
sometimes one-half OF the freedmen would
deliberately walk off and roam as large,
seeking higher wages, at a time when the
crop was in a most critical condition.
Many Of the planters declare that they will
never make another experiment; ano d late
writer from the county Of Caswoll, after
the experience of this year, declares that
the plan of cuItivating large farms and en-
ploying q number of negroes will be aban-
doned; and that, wherever they can, the
planters are leasing their lands to white
| laborers, determined not to be troubled
and veXed with the Incidence and impu-
dence of the negro.
1t thus appears that the whole agri-
culture of the South is perfectly at sea on
this labor question, and we know not
whittier we are drifting. Many farmers
have already abandoned negro labor, and
more would gladly do SO provided they
could obtain white labor. There being nc
means of enforcing a contract with negro
laborer-a continuous contract running
through years crop-and no mode Of
compelling him to labor, when he chooses
to idle or dissi pate, having nothing to pay
with-his labors in the field are unreliable
and mere sham--and he appears to have
become such an intolerable nuisance tina
the farmers and planters are no longer vii
ling to trust large pitched crops in hi
hands
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
From tho NV York World

From the New York World.
labor Panic in Ne.y York-5G 600 Mem Out
OF yyorE-Dest1tution the only Prospect
The nation seems to have fallen upon evil
times, for commercial panic, like that
which marked the memorable year of 1857,
hangs like a cloud over its temporary des-
TIMES. In every leading thoroughfare of
this city may be seen numerous groups OF
idle artizans aud laborers, hoping, almost
against hope, that each successive day OF
week will usher in q period Of remunera-
tive, or even i'll paid labor.
They apply in vain everywhere for work
and they are invariably met with the com
mon phrase, which has to them world of
bitter meaning--'s There's nothing doing -
Among the number who have seen epochs
like the present in former years, often en-
gage on the highways in discussing the pro
portions Of each period when commerce
was suspended, and they agree in giving
the palm to this for the amount of suffer
ing which the cessation Of all productive
industry has engcndered.
It is not, however, in the business streets
alone that the unsuccessful applicants for
labor may be seen. A great army of the
number crowd the docks along both rivers,
fill tho various intelligence offices, and
swell the host Of advertisers for places,
which must be, for the present, mythical
They are virtually in each others way; for
they cannot by any possible stratagem, de-
vice or qualification, obtain employment.
In order to present some accurate idea
of the number out of employment, our re-
portcrs called on the representatives Of the
leading trades and other occupations. and
they obtained the startling fact that there
were over fifty thousand persons now idle
in this city. The suffering consequently
must be very great among this class; and it
will probably be increased rs the winter
advances.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

SPIRITs TURPENTINE.-At the Che time Of clos
ing our report on Thursday last there was 3
steady demand for this article, and 464 cents was
figures, but towards the close of the day it de-
clned with small sales at 46 cents, at which it
ruled during Saturday and Monday, with
vorable ad9ices it declined one cont, sales being
made at 45 cents. On Wednesday there was quite
an active demand, and cent advance was obtain
ed on portion of the sales; closing, however, st
IS cents, at which there are buyers this morning,
but no sales have been effected sellers generally
holding higher. There is but little now arriving,
and the stock remaining unsold on market is quite
small. The weeks transactions are 1858 bbis.,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
From Washing on-PrOceedinss of Con
gresS, Sc.

gfess, SSc.
WASHINGTON, d. G., Dec. 16-P. NJ.
SENATE.-A memorial was presented from the
Norfolk Board of Trade, favoring the repeal OF
the cotton tax. Tabled.
A memorial was received from tho citizens OF
Arkansas affirming that outbreaks were immi-
nent on account Of the restitution IN several
counties.
The repeal of the cotton tax discussed,
after which the Presidents message III regard to
General Hancock was read, when, amid con-
siderable confusion to its disposition, the
Senate adjourned.
HoUsE.-Tbe bill for the relief of soldiers who
deserted. reported by the military committee,
provoked considerable discussion.
1t was commended that it restored officers who
abandoned the Union for the Confederate army
at the commencement Of the war.
The House went into Committee Of the Whole
on the State of the Union.
Gen. Hancock's message was read amid much
confusion. Ordered to be printed
The Reconstruction committees bill, the sub
stance Of watch was telegraphed yesterday, was
resumed.
Mr. MAYNARD gave notice OF his intention to
introduce an additional section, author
ling the Conventions to establish Provisional
Governments.
MIR. Stevens withdre his section Of the bill
incrPaSia the rGproSentatiO from the Southern
States and the bill passed by vote yeas lO4 to
nays ga strict party vote.
The bill rs passed provides that the nlajOrity OF
the voters shall ratfy the Consultations, ana that
a. the time OF voting OH the Constitutions the
members Of Congress shall be elected according
to the Congressional districts existing in 1858
The same officers who make returns OF the votes
on TIE ConatiutionA shall give certificates to the
| Congressman elected. After which the House
| adjourned.
! The Presidents Message ID highly Auditory OF
General Hanc0cks Order no. 40, and concludes
9 | respectfully suggest to Congress that some
public recognition Of General Hancock patriotic
conduct Is due if not to him, to the friends of Law
| and justice Throughout the country. OF such an
act as his at such a time, it is but fit that dig
nifty should be vindicated an virtue be pro
claimed, so that it's value an example may not
! be lost to the nation"
| The Internal Revenue receipts to-day amount
| to s45, 900.
| The House committee on Public Lands has re
ported bill declaring forfeited all lands granted
| to Southern railroads in 1856. There are abou
| five million acres insured.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
WILMINGTON MONEY MAWKET.
MARRIED.,

In this city, On the evening Of the 18th instant
at the residence of the brides father, by Rev. j.
H. Daily Mr.. THOMAS I. SEEDERS, formerly of
Virginia, to Miss HATTIE +. JONES, late of
Fayetteville. n. G..
At the residence of Mr.. H. NJ. Bremen, in this
city, on the evening of the 18th inst by Rev. Mr.
singleton, Mr.. HENRY AUGUST MATTHES To
Miss META BULWISKEL, all of this city.
At the brides mothers, on the 81 inst, by Rev.
Colon Shaw, Mr.. G.. A. BRONSON, Of Sampson
county, to Miss JOE NEWKIRK, Of New hanover
county.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
NEW Houses for Senators -

The Washington correspondent Uf the
"Anti-Slavery Standard" who ought to
know, writes:
about the means whereby the Russian purchase
was lobbied through. 1t was among the amusing
things in legislative history to learn how rapidly
Senators changed front on the expodiency Of The
Russian purchase. 1t is estimated by shrewd
lobbyists that it took about two millions out OF
the seven to secure the result. One Senator, who
is known to have changed his views quite sud
denly, purchased mansion here fer thirty
thousand dollars Immediately after the passage
of the treaty. He was never before credited with
so much money!.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
OUR CABLE DISPATCHES.

LONDON, Dec. IS.
Nitro eIycerlue exploded while being removed
by the police Of Sync. Several were killed and
nearly the whole party injured. 1t is supposed
that The GIycoInc was concealed by the Fenians
Spain denies tho inten ion of selling Cuba.
A change in the Austrian ministry is pending
The Abyssinian expedition has reached the Len
ape. There is plenty of water. and the natives
are friendly.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
SALE OF ROSIN,
LAW OF HUMANITY,

II RELATION TO SOCIAL Evils.
An Essay for Young Men, on Physiological
Errors and Abuses, incident to Youth and Early
Manhood, with the humane view OF treatment
and cure Sent in sealed letter envelope, free of
charge. Address DR.. J. SKILIIN HOUGRTON,
Howard Association, Philadelphia, Pa.
sept. IS 3OS-33-d&w-3m
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
LATEST NEWS
BY TELEGRAPH.
ErOna New YORK.

New YoRK, Dec. 18-Noon.
An accident has occurred to the steamer VILE
Paris ipjuring several, some fatally.
seconds, this morning, extending TO the New
England States and as far South as Whitehall,
New York.
Arrived-Steamars Adgcr, Manhatt.n, Clyde,
Albemayle, San Jacinto, Houston, Elcid, 5araSossa
and Raleigh.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

A new style of ladies' shoe for the South
ern market is made at Lynn, Mass, with
the sole thin as wafer and the heel very
high and tapering to the circumference of
three cent piece.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
From montgomery.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. Dec. 18-P.


The copy of the unofficial letter of Maj Gen.
Pope to Gen Swayne, dated Nov. 20, 1867, recently
pnblished in the National Intelligencer, and sy-
nopsisized in the New York Herald and Washing
ton specials of December 12 which was fur
nished to the propretors of the Mon, gomery Mail,
and published in that paper OF Dec. -, by a
prominent member of the late Reconstruction
Convention who is one OF the Radical nominees
for Supreme Court Judge, was n genuine
verbatim copy of General Pope's letter,
and was furnished to the Mails reporters as i'm
portant information account OF personal enml-
ty to General Pope, because OF his dlctatlon ana
military surveillance over the Convention
General Swayne will vouch for the genulneness
OF the letter, and General Pope cannot deny 1t,
but regrets its publication.
The letter was copied to show to a number OF
the members of the Convention. to influence then
action and many influential men declared thal
the published letter was genuine copy
Prominent Radical members SAID that tnese
orders or letters of military commanders were d1c
tatoriaI and insulting, and that they wished to
to have them published SO that the people mlghl
know what the military commanders or DISTRICTS
were doing to embarrass the Reconstruction
policy of the Republican party.
The Montgomery Advertiser says:
JUDGE BUSTED ON THE REcoNsTRUCFIoN ACTS.
Mr. Granger, the Sheriff so-called of Mobile, Waf
in the city yesterday. He visited the military
Headquarters, wearing an anxious face as ne Wen
in and car.e out. It viii be recollected that
prisoner in Mr.. Changers custody has sued out {
writ of habeds corpus in Judge Busteeds Court
| alleging that he is restrained of his liberty by
man who is not legal officer. This involves tn
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

construction act = '--o -
Mr. Granger thinks that the act win be de.
ciaTed unconstitutional and the prisoner ordered
TO be set at liberty -
1t Is shrewdly suspected that the so-ealled
sheTlu 10 petltonpg the military authorities here
" eoln5 70 Els a;d IN resisting Judge Busteed.
accounts from the farming districts renort
great restitution of the farmers stock by freed
men; VINO prowl The country and kill beef cattle
mich COWS and hogs, snd live by general piIage,
Ia some sections the cotton fields are Sill
white labor is sought for but cannot be procured
Many freedmen We're dismissed because their
term OF service had expired, others because they
VIII not work. and from various other causes. =
bonds. 20"
But very few freedmen have made contracts as
iaDorers Tor next year, althouth many are anxious
10 do So
The preparations for farming next year are very
clrcumscrlbed, caused by the Objectionable fea
lures in the new constitutions. In some section,
Farmers require the freedmen to sign an agree.
ment to vote against the rati1ication of the Con.
stltuton, on the ground that it ruins the planters
Large majority of the farmers are hiring feyge,
laborers than ever.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
Z L Y [ E W
OF THE
W IL NJ GION MARK EFT S
FOR THE
AAEEk ENNINC EIIIiRslaX
WEEK. ENDING THURSDAY,
December 10 1887

December 10 1861.
TURPENTINE.-Duringth the week just ended there
has been rather firmer feeling in the market for
this article and as will be seen from our table of
sales below an advance of ten ceuts was obtained
on soft up to the close Of Tuesdays transactions.
It has, however, declined cents, and closes with
moderate enquiry at 50 80 for soft and 81 60 for
hard, e $50 TBS. The receipts aud sales 1882
bbls. as follows:
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
We notice in q Western

WORTHY OF JMITATIoN.-We notice in a Western
paper the fact that there is merchant III the town
in which the paper is printed, who whenever N an
buys good bin of goods from him, makes the
purchaser present of he village paper. in which
he adyertises for one year, and thus he manag es
to keep the customer constantly reminded of his
business-and he viii never forget such present.
Should that man give his customers two dollars in
grecnbacks or in goods, it might soon be forgot
ten; but when he is once week, for tif;y-two
weeks. placed in receipt OF his friends bounty,
can any one doubt its being good way to adver-
tise ? This is worthy OF imitation by business
men.-Ercbdnge.
If this plan was adopted by our own merchants
with regard to their country friends how materially
advanced and extended their trade would be.
Have our merchants ever thought Of this? The
plan is truly worthy of imitation and would be
productive of the most desirable results Let it
but be tried, and practice will develop success.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

MARINE DIsAsrsR--IoSs OF TIE STEAMSHIP
SAPPHo.-Messrs o. G. Parsley & Co., agents in
this city, received dispatch from Messrs. Muir
ray, Ferris 4 CO., agents in New York, announ-
cling the loss of the Steamship Sappho, plying be-
tween this port and New York, off Hatteras. The
dispatch further states that the crew were all
saved and a"e at Norfolk. but no additional par
ticulars are given The exact day Of the disaster
is in doubt, but the supposition is that it WAS
Thursday last.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

Mr.. Drake said that nothing but a sense
of duty prompted him to offer his resolu-
ton censuring the President. The pro
polling power must have been very weak,
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

Mr. Maynard, of Tennessee, wishes to
give tho blacks the exclusive privilege of
holding large portion of the diplomatic
and consular positions. White men stand
back.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
DIED.

On the 9th inst, at his residence in Woo Iville,
BERTHE county, North Carolina, LEWIS THOMP-
SON, Esq.
On the 18th instant, Mr. VIM. L. PITTS, aged
Al years.
At the residence of her son-in-law, Seaton
Gales, Esq, in Raleigh, the 10th instant. Mrs.
ISABELLA S. CAMERON, reict Of the late DR..
Thomas N Cameron, of Fayetteville, in the 9th
year Of her age.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
Georgia Reeonstructia. Convention

ATLANTA, Ga, Dec. 18-P. M.
The Convention was occupied all dav in consid-
ering the measure offered Yesterday recon-
mendlng to General Pope the removal of Governor
Jenkins. 1t finally adopted but without any
recommendation OF his successor
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

An English magistrate describes drown
ed man, for whom reward is offered, as
"tall, sandy-haired, with an impeachment
in his speech The impe diment was
probably all the worse for the casualty!
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
From HicElmond-The RECOMMENDATION Con
XnH1fiNn.

RICHMoHD, VA. Dec. 18-P Nj,
The Convention to-day received q communica-
Bureau at Petersburg, expressing apprehensions
that the white men who have been cast in suits
tried before the Bureau, are about attempting to
get the decisions reversed by the civil courts
Referred.
The resolution from the Printing committee,
giving the contract for the Convention printing to
the proprietors of the New Nation, was recon-
totore determined upon by The Convention
The resolution providing for the adjournment
OF the Convention on the 2Gth inst, till January
30 was adopted
The resolution giving the poor who have been
discharged on account OF voting, the per diem
compensation of the members during the recess,
was laid On the table.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

ftes1ng Of the Conservative Central Conn
snIttee.
MACON, GA, Dee 1S-PM.
The Conservative Central Executive committee
met here to-day More than a quorum being pre-
sent an organization was perfected. j. r. Sneed
OF Macon was elected Eecretary and j. J. Ora
nam, treasurer. The committee provided for
thorough organization throughout the State, and
transacted other important business.
From California.
San FRANCISCO, Dec. 1S-P. NJ.
The Democratic caucus fails to nominate Sena-
tor.
Severe storms prevailed throughout California
New YORK. Dec. 16-G. P. NJ.
Flour ia a shade lower State So 60, SO Is, SO
S5Go&1i &c. Wheat dull. Corn cent lower. Oats
quiet Pork $40 G5. Lard dull at 12.0913 cents
Cotton quiet-sales of 1900 bales at 15} cents
Groceries dull. Spirits Turpenti1e 51@52 cents
Rosin 81 G25@$7. Freights quiet.
Gold 1881.
BALTIMORE, Dec. 1916 p. NJ.
Cotton dull at 15!0l15f cents. Flour quiet and
neglected. Wheat very dull. Corn active and
scarce; white 81 2O@$1 %; yellow IL 220s1 %.
Oats and Rye firm. Provisions quiet. Bacon
Shoulders II cents.
CHARLESTON, 8. c., Dec. 18-G ?. nj.
Cotton-buyers are generally out of the mar
ket, and prices have declined ! cent mddns
III cents. Sales of 22O bales receipts Of Lilo
bales.
AUGUSTA GA, Dec. 1916 7. H.
The Cotton market closed steady at IA cents for
mldlins.
SAVANNAH, GA, Dec. 1916 P. NJ
Co5ton opened steady, but closed irnl-sales Of
1892 bales; middlings IA cents. Receipts Off sos
bales.
MOBILE, Ala. Dec. 1916 T. II.
The Cotton market closed quiet and easy-sales
OF 1000 bales; middlings II cents. Receipts of
l. IS? bales.
LOUISVILLE, Dec. 1916 2. NJ.
Eupertine Flour So. Shelled Corn IS Cents
Bacon Shoulders II cents clear Sides IS cents.
CINCINNATI, Dec. 18-G ?. II.
Flour dull and declining. Corn S6G987 cents
Whskey steady. Pork, Old, $40 so; new $40 so.
Lard 113@12 cents.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
Base Ball.

KENANsvILLE, n. c., Dec, Is, 1867.
Editors Journal THE Clarendon Base
Ball Club, of Wilmington, and the ':Scup-
pernong," Of this place, played match
game to-day, but in consequence of ex-
treme GOODNESS of the weather there were
only two innings. resulting as follows:
Cloro,1O,, OF n
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20

DOdiu OF AlN0fmcn, at Il recent nleGtIQg,
adopted the following resolution:
ReSOired, That We have heard with regret of the
intended removal of Ma jOr LaZelle from this post;
that in view Of the uniform courtesy. and the JUS
tIce which has characterized his actions, and the
faithful manner in which he has performed tn
functions of his office, tender him on the
part OF the authorities and citizens of Charlotte,
our heartfelt wishes for his future health and
happiness,
Captain Lazelle replied to the compli-
ment in manly and feeling letter.
SACRED CONCERT. The Concert given by
the ladies of the Episcopal Church at the
Court House last evening was numerously at
tended, and, we need not say, proved a very
decided success. The Court room was filed
the audience was appreciative, and the
singing was excellent
| The object of the Concert was meritori-
Gus, and those to whom the public are In
debted for it are entitled to the sincere
thanks of that public.
The Oftener such exhibitions are given
the more will the taste for rational pleasure
be cultivated. Let us have such Concerts
more frequently.
New Berne jour. Of Commerce.
A PROFITABLE BEAR HUNT-A few week:
ago party of gentlemen in Haywood coun
ty killed eight bears in one days hunt
A lady and her son discovered five of these
shaggy monsters committing havoc in the
corn field, and starting dog for them ht
drove them into tree. It was late in The
evening, and certain aim could not be ia
ken, so the lady built a fire beneath tn,
tree and kept her ceaseless vigils unit
morning. The son then killed two, bu
the other three escaped. These animal
are becoming very troublesome and de
structive in the corn fields and among TIN
swine. There is no mast" in the noun
; tains this Fall, and hunger drives Brui1
to the settlements for food.
Asheyille Neps.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1867-12-20
Rates OF Freight.

Per eleanor Per Saili ng
Vessel.
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1867-10-23
Systems Run Down.

Perso-s often allow their systems to ''rur
down." or rather run them doica by over.wOrk
accompanied by neglect of the proper means
of Inauguration. The result is what is called
GENERAL DEBILITY" in other words, failure
and partial collapse of the physical forces, ae
companied, usually, by great depression o.
spirits.
The best remedy in such cases Is HOSTEL
TIERS STOMACH BITTERS. Whether tn,
! state of exhaustion has been brought on by ex
cessive physical labor, dissipation, anxiety o
mind, exposure, or any other cause, the remedi
al effect of this great stomachic viii DO founc
equally prompt and certain. As restorative
after severe sickness has FRUSTRATED the bodily
and mental energies il Is pronounced, BY com
petent medical authority, THE BEST TONIC
NUSE" Ii men were not foolishl' careless
about their health, and over confident in them
selves they would always, when engaged in any
work that required great exertion, use CORES
ponding means of sustaining their strength. Eel
this purpose H0STETTER'S BITFEkS arc in
valuable AN toilers should use them As an in
vigerant.
For those constantly employed in indoor oc
equations, especially In crowded workshops
they may be reckoned as the very best safeguard
of health. Where there isa predisposition to
constipation, or a tendency to bihousness they
may be truly said TO be aspecihc for which there
Is no substitute. a'- N ... ~.