The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-09-10

DR.. Louis Desire veron. of pari.

DIR. Louis Desire veron. OF Paris.
The death Of this celebrated French physician
and publicst occurred at Paris on yesterday as
nounced BY a cable telegram to the HERALD, The de-
ceased born in Paris, the 9th OF April, 179s,
and therefore in the SEVENTEEN year Of his ago at
the time Of his death. He studied medicine and re-
ccved his diploma in 1929 becoming prominent Nom.
Der of his profession In very short time In 1928 he
became journalist, and was subsequently connected
with several Paris journals his political articles and
theatrical feuiletons attracting considerable attention.
He afterwards about lS40l appointed one the d.
rectors OF the opera and retained this position until he
After tho revolution In ls48 he sold out this paper and
took active part in politics. being elected member
OF the Corps Legisatif Verons literary works are
numerous and have gained for their author considerable
reputation.
John l.. H elm, Governor Of Kentucky.
By ateIegram published In the HERALD of yesterday
morning informed Of the death OF the Hon. John
L. Helm recently elected Governor OF Kentucky, and
inauguraied in that position at Ezabethtown this
day week ago. The deceased a native OF Ken.
lucky, and OF respectable parentage. He born
during the early part Of the present century, and
although not old had passed the prime Of his
life. He received an excellent education and at an
early age entered into politics member Of the wing
organization, which was then the dominant political
party of bis State. admirer Of the tenets Of
Henry Clay, he soon arose into prominence, and
nence prior to his recent election, his well
known abilities had made HIM very popular
with those Of his own political views. and even
sence Of all personalities In his public speeches During
the secession excitement In the winter OF l660-6l
Governor Helm directed all his influence in aid OF
peace and Union. Although himself believing in the
doctrine OF secession, as one OF the reserved rights Of
the States, he opposed its exercise, as mpolitic
Give policy Of Mr.. Lincolns administration
and was If we recollect Alright Imprisoned
by military commanders one or two occasions
during tho war That his sympathies were with
Of his entered the rebel army, and after winning
his way up to the rank Of S,gadsr general was event.
Kentucky relieved Of martial law Governor Helm
took an active and foremost part In recognizing the
democratic party in his State The military
rule years had demorazed the conservatives 70
such that tho last election prior the close
by barely two hundred majority. The efforts Of the de
ceased were crowned with success and within few
$4,000. AT the meeting OF the democratic convention
spring for the purpose Of nominating State officers
tho position Of candidate for Governor unanimously
rendered to Mr.. Helm. He accepted the nomination.
and Immediately commenced stumping the State; for
although certain o. election, his desire was to poll as
largo vote possible, that Kentucky should, he
election he received co. 25 votes, against ss,S30
and 10 1G7 given to William b. Kinkhead the candidate
OF the conservative democrats third party. During
the last days OF the canvass Governor Helm was taken
III. There doubt that ho had exeried himself
and brought on the sickness which finally carried hi
on. Only ono week ago this day he was naugurated at
his residence in Ezabethtown, his sickness having
made dangerous travel Frankfort state capt.
tai. Even then fears entertained that he would
never leave his bed alive but It deemed prudent
10 administer the oath OF Office TO all the newly elected
officers, the retiring Governor, Bamette visited Eliza
BEETHOVEN for that express purpose Aside Of his polti
cal opinions Governor Helm was most estimable gentle
man, whose death will DO deeply regretted by tn
numerous friends he possessed.