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Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

MT. Pendleton cannot complain that his name was dropped suddenly. It was the most gradual dropping possible. It was dropped syllable by syllable and letter by letter. For instance-The Escort came in early in the week, with loud, distinct and clearly pronounced, ''Hurrah for Pendle- ton." The halls and corridors of the ho tels, the Hobbies of Tammany, and the bar rooms of the metropolis were full fit. In a night or two 1t changed. Through the chink of glasses the sound came '''Rah fir PendPun." A little later legs became un- certain and voices husky, and the cry was '"Rah fir Pen 'lum." Then collars wilted, greenback badges began to disappear-the defiant tone grew softer-and thicker as the sound gurgled up from full hearts and stomachs ''Ray f P'nTn." And at last, one melting morning, just at da wn of day, Policeman 999 found clinging to lamp post near the Fifth Avenue Hotel, dilap- dated patriot, apparelled in a mildewed linen duster and half greenback badge, who, to all inquiries made the sole reply, '(Hicp Ray f'-(hic) P'l'rn!' It was the last of the Escort.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23
WHOLE NO. 23O8

1f0e cents o1a the dollar. Noy acitb restora- ton dssured, they are acorth from 62 to 66 cts. ae tbe dollar. 10 Me Spring and Summer of 1867, money readily consnsanded from t,Do and e hdJf to hbree per cent. per month. Ls the same naarket it is. noaO reddilsts bosso,ced at from M7ee quarters to one per ceakTpef nsontk. Objectionable as the Reconstruction acts. or the new constitutions, or the privilege of universal suffrage to the colored race may have been, was it not the part of wis., dom, looking at the condition of affairs in the material sense to which have referred and to the fact that the domination of the bayonet could not be superseded by the judge and the jury box, to have accepted these obnoxious measures, controlled as far as possible the conventions, secured the pest constitution, gained readmission into
 the Federal councils, and trusted to the fu- ture to correct such errors, remove sncb such burdens and rebuke such tyranny aq
 made odious either the acts of Congress OF
 the constitutions or legislation of the states
 Being myself firmly convinced of the pru-
 dence of such policy, enunciated the sen- timents before the board of trade already quoted; and, as far as possible, have CO.,
 operated in good faith with the military authorities In carrying out the laws of Con- and promoting peace and order among the POOPAO' W A00CNCI uudy Oc ny opinion as to their constitutionality, it 1t was my duty to recognize their validity until pronounced unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of the United States.
 When the election occurred for members of the State Convention, the white popula- tion of South Carolina, by their action at least, seemed to have adopted opinions ad- verse to those which I have expressed Very few repaired to the polls to vote for delegates to that body. There appeared to be Q strange delusion prevailing the pub lie mind; that the Convention would not meet, or if it did meet, that it's action would ke nugatory. It is, perhaps the first ln- stance in the history of 8 free. intelligent people, where the ballot having been giv- en to them, they have refused it's exercise and abdicated the power, the rights and privileges which their intelligence, experi- ence and wealth would have enabled them to wield successfully. They ignored their opportunity and surrendered to strangers, and to the colored people, almost exclusively the selection of delegates to the convention If, therefore the constitution framed is ob- noxious, very many of the intelligent white voters of the State must feel that the fault Is their own. Their action, perhaps, has been wiser than my advice. Time alone must decide
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

THE PoPE ON EDUCATIoN.-Here is the way the World tries to squirm out of re- sponsibiity for Gen. Blair's letter.
 As to the letter itself it is too outspoken to need much comment "1Rere is but one avay," it says, to get rid of the negro gov ernments, and that is to disperse them by military force. This is point on which democracy differs. For ourselves, we have repeatedly expressed the opinion, that there IS no other remedy within the next six years than the one which Gen. Blair indicates; but considerable portion of the democratic party differ from us, and believe that when we have elected Presi dent, we shall discover a peaceful mode ot upsettlng the bastard government. We dc ''ot hhs'se 1 aoise to reaew Me discussion of Mis question unta afser hke election.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

An American living in Paris "took good look" at the Marquis of Hastings du- ring the French races, and thus serves him up in print
 ''I was amazed to see how vice may an- tedate years and blur manhood with age's decrepitude. He cannot be above forty: he looks like a man of sixty. He is bowed almost double. His eyes are extinguished. His face is furrowed. When the time came for the great race he turned ashy pale. and his eyelids quivered." He adds that the simple-minded Frenchmen gazed at the English peer with undisguised respect aud wonder. They were quite right. A man who can run through so great fortune in so short time is a legitimate object of cu- riosity.''
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

Lieut.. Gov. Dunn of Louisiana was sworn into office on Saturday. He is a colored man. The president of the Sen ate in introducing him alluded to his race. Mr. Dunn, replying said: ''As to myself and my people, we are not seeking social equality; that is a thing no law can govern. We all have our preferences; we all wish to select our associates, and no legislation can select them for us Weask nothing of the kind: We simply ask to be allowed an equal chance ill the race of life, an equal opportunity of supporting our families, of educating our children and becoming wor- thy citizens of this government"
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

May God bless you, but your candidate can- not be."-H. SEYMOUR ln tue Democratic C0nuen- ton.
 We should like to know whether the first half of this sentence meant as much as the last; and, if so, we would thank some theologian to compute for us the precise value of Horatio Seymour's "God bless you. Tribune.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

A. Johnson clung to the hope of nom- lnatlon until the last Every one of his retainers knew better but none dared to undeceive him. He claims to be very an- gry at the choice of Seymour. He would have been at any choice, but of himself. He declares that he will not do thing for Seymour. This purpose will not out-last one ''cheek by jowl," sitting with Tom Florence, over bottle of faultless Bour- bon.
 Reverdy Johnson fingered in vain hope. The moment he gave up the chance his resignation was rendered. He tried to get 1t Tn in time to seem not to have been de- layed by the Convention. But Senators smiled at him and joked with each other over.it. He was probably somewhat, but not greatly. disappointed.
 Hancock feels vety bad He blames Seymour outright. His friends declare that it was a contrived plan throughout, and de- nounce the New York men furiously. One might suppose that they would now go ov- CT to Grant. But Hancock hates Grant be- yond the power of description. This hate would keep him in the Democratic party if every other impulse was toward the Re- publicans.
 The State Democracy are already canvas sing several changes which it is proposed to make in their ticket, next spring. Should his health permit, the Hon. W. H. Bar mum, now representing the Fourth district in Congress, will be brought forward as the candidate for governor, vice MT. Eng fish, Mir. Barnum's congressional career, owing to the state of his health and other causes over which he has no control. has been complete failure, and is so consid- cred by his constituents. The Hon. .Jnlns place of the Hon James Gallagher, who would have made innumerable excellent speeches instead of one that was ridicu- lous. will also be retired, and though we expect to have something to say on the subject ourselves, we venture the hope that if we are to be beaten, it will be by our elegant and indefatigable New Haven senator. One of the reasons assigned for the withdrawal of MT. Hotchkiss from pub- lie life is so creditable to that gentleman that we cannot refrain from giving it although he Is our political opponent. Mr. Hotch- kiss IS understood to have such an invinci- ble objection to political corruption that he sterniy refuses to contribute any of his very large means for the purpose. This fact, so honorable, and we regret to say so rare, has, strange to relate, made him un- popular with his constituents. The gen. tleman was evidently premature in chang inging his political creed. The democracy were always proud of being a ''hard mon ey'' party, but they do not like gentlemen who, even from the most laudable motives, find 1t hard to part with theirs. Palzadiun.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

OMINoUs.-We notice the following ad- vertisement in the New Haven PaUodiun. Mir. Macey is probably trying the financial plan of the party
 Mir. J. w. Macey, member of the House of Representatives from Bolton, Holland county, is politely requested to call upon Frank Morlarty, 65 Court street and settle financial matter. A prompt response to this request may save the gentleman from Bolton" some trouble.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

A republican member of Congress asked q democrat why they voted to sustain But Ter so uniformly Because he did his best to break up our party, and now he is doing his best to break up yours, and we want to help him." was the reply.
 Sandford B. Church, for whom the New York delegation voted, said in New York in October, 1964:-
 This is an unlawful war, wicked war, a crime against God and humanity. They (the administration have no more right to call upon the white men of the north for men and money for such war, than they have to make war upon Cuba or Brazil, be- cause their institutions do not agree with their Puritanical notions"
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

Here is little modern Shakespeare be- tween two chaps who don't stand the ghost of chance:-
 Blair" Methinks I see the White House."
 Seymour" Where?"
 Blair-" In my minds eye, Horatio."
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

The Erie railroad war is finally settled. Daniel Drew's loan has been paid, and he is allowed to keep his hypothecated stock at 70, which, as he had it at 60, puts near ly half a million into the treasury ot the company. Vanderbilt sells the company of the es of eoovertbie if OI ponds
 wh;o5 ;s to be returned and cancelled. nrew T,,aC is now out of the direction, and is nnderstood % to be out of stock.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

Gentlemen from the country, here's the little game going, and I, Sam. Tilden, holding the cups. Can you tell me who the little joker is? Put your money up freely-not on Seymour, for he is out, but upon Pendleton, or Chase. An, gentle men, 1t iS Seymour; but better luck next time. So put up your money, and keep the game moving. "-Iri5une.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23
DGg~ The World always great on a 0,isno- aaey, has the following:

Das~ The World always great on 8 misno- mer, has the following:
 ID. B. EATON.
 ''This gentleman has strong influences in the delegation of Connecticut. He is ad- vanced in years, and his white head and venerable appearance command attention when he rises on the floor of the Conven- tion. He is of medium height, of strong and compact build, and bears massive head firmly on his shoulders. When he speaks, it is generally understood tbat D. B. Eaton, of Connecticut, has the floor, for he will be heard. His voice pierces the ears of assembled delegates like the crack of shell. and while speaking he holds both hands at the sides of h1s body. His eye is clear and sharp, and his mouth as firm as a rock. He dresses in trim summer suit of clothing, and wears but very little jewelry. Connecticut acW stand 6y Eaton in aN he does and says. His views as Democrat are pronounced and radical.
Litchfield enquirer., 1868-07-23

About the middle of January last, MT. Job l.. Husted of Greenwich, Conn.,, had two United States bonds-one for $1OO and the other for $50O-stolen from his dwell ling, and every effort to discover them or the thief proved unsuccessful until Friday last, when Charles E. Browne, who very re- gently entered the employ of MT Husted, offered the $1OO bond for sale to a broker of this city, who had been appraised of the robbery alluded to, and had description of the bonds stolen. He therefore caused the arrest of Browne, who professed to have found it in the barn, but it was soon ascertained that former employee of MT.
 Husted, John c. Haltzabele, had stolen the money, and been obliged to leave without securing his ill-gotten booty, and therefore entered into an arrangement with his suc- cessor to get the bonds, convert them into greenbacks, and divide the spells. Haltz- apele, on making his appearance to get his share. was also secured and the two were taken before J. Gideon Close, Esq, who committed them to await the action of the Grand Jury. Both bonds were recovered.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11
Southern Murders-Wh0 Commit Them


Whenever any radical frebrand, loyal
Lacquer or negro is killed or hurt in the
South the radical press and orators of the
North make terrible noise about it. They
ring the changes and howl day after day about
rebel outrages, rebel hatred and rebel mur-
derers, but we never hear anything from them
concerning the murdered Southern whites and
black outrages. The radical papers are full
of sensation accounts and denunciations of the
murder of Ashburn, in Georgia, but they say
nothing about the white one-armed ex-Con-
federate soldier who was shot dead on his
horse recently near Selma, Alabama, or of the
other four white men who have been mur-
dered in the same vicinity since the war and
no one arrested for these murders. No, we
hear nothing from these radicals of the numer-
Gus other murders of the conquered Southern
whites and outrages on them in other localities
to believe this is the work of the black loyal
leaguers At public procession and meeting
of negroes at Macon, Georgia, on March 80,
the 'loyal blacks" carried banner on which
the figure of a negro, cut in pasteboard, hung
dangling from a gallows, and to which was
attached, on piece of white paper, the fol-
lowing inscription :-'Every man that don't
vote radical ticket this Is the way we. want
to do him-hang him by the neck" These
radical loyal league negroes boldly pro-
claimed, too, that the negro who failed to
register should receive thirty nine lashes if
he failed to vote at the election, two hundred
lashes, and If he voted the democratic ticket
he should be hanged. Need we be surprised,
then, that white Southerners are murdered In
every part of the South and that the murderers
are not arrested? The Northern friends Of
these black barbarians pretend not to know
anything about their murderous doings. It is
clear that the South under radical rule Is fast
tending TO anarchy and to worse condition
than St. Domingo was ever in.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11

The most salient point In our latest special
telegram from Mexico, via Havana, is the very
suspicious suppressio veri on the part Of the
Mexican government. Thus we are informed
that the Diar1o Official has been forbidden to
publish ex-Minister Romero's private conver-
sation with Senators Sumner and Fowler.
Romero's assertion, IL will be remembered,
was that the republic did not owe the United
States as much as was generally claimed at the
end Of the late war against the French. We
are also informed that every mail fails, owing TO
attempts to bully correspondents into repre-
senting the tone Of sentiment and state Of
affairs in Mexico in favorable colors. The let
ters which the correspondents persist in send
ing seem to be regularly intercepted. The
hasty exodus of the French and Austrian resi-
dents cannot, however, be concealed. General
The New York herald., 1868-04-11
ABYSSiNIA.

King Theodorus In His Works at Magdaia-
General Nepier In siese-The British Ready
70 Storm the Defcnces. rSa
LONDON, April 10, 1858.
The War once Is In receipt Of later dispatches
from the British expedition In Africa operating for
the relief Of the English captives.
General Napier, the commander Of the British
forces had reached latitude 21. yf ~.
The Abyssnian King Theodorus was at Magdala
ready for q siege. His force consisted of about i've
thousand effective men. He had also twenty-stx
large guns.
General Napier had already completed his plans
for general assault on the works.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11

German and others have been banished, and
military. squad is said to have pursued Ger
man eighty years of age on his departure. In
view of these prosecutions of foreigners, and
Of the anxiety betrayed by the Mexican gov
ernment to suppress the truth relative to the
actual condition of Mexico, the rose-colored
descriptions of President Juarez, in an address
to the members Of Congress on the I'd inst,
with all his compliments to the country and his
dattering accounts Of the state Of the treasury,
although reproduced In the same glowing
colors by the chairman, and reported as
making everybody look jubilant on the occa-
sion, twill not wash, we fear.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11
THE INDIANS.

Return Of General sheridan TO Omaha-Ths
Powder River Indians Refuse 60 Treat
Movements OF the Peace Commissioners.
ST. LOUIS, April 10, 1895.
General Sheridan returned to omaha from BLACK
Hills yesterday and leaves for Leavenworth Kansas
to-day.
The reports are that the Indians In the Powder
river country refuse to treat with the Commissioners
until every white leaves the disputed territory.
Meanwhile those who viii not leave will be driven
The Peace Commissioners left Cheyenne to-day for
The indians ran OF thirty head Of stock from Plum
Creek. seventeen miles from sidney, yesterday.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11

An officer of the United States army, who
received his appointment and commission
from the Executive, and who is serving
and drawing pay under his commander-in-
chief in the person Of that Executive, ought
to be moderate in his public orations when the
actions and motives Of his superior officer are
canvassed by him. At least, proper sense of
decorum, one would suppose, might suggest to
military officer the proprietY of abstaining
from denunciation of the Commander-in- Chief
of the army and navy of the United States in q
political meeting. No such idea of the pro-
prieties of military life appears to have occur
red. to General Sickles when he made his
speech at the Cooper Institute on Thursday
evening, in which he indirectly charged the Presi
dent with design to corrupt and misuse the
army, and dared him to carry it out. The
President is on his trial before his enemies
on certain charges of misdemeanor, but among
these charges there is not one which
implies the guilt suggested in such very
bad taste by General Sickles-that
Mr.. johnson has "run against that rock
upon which Grant and Sherman and Sheri
dan and Thomas stand" nor has there been
any evidence produced that the President is
a usurper, appealing to the army to second
any effort he may make to subvert the institu-
tions of the country" 1t is not in evidence
that the managers of the farce being played
at Washington share in the fears expressed
by the speaker on this occasion There is not
particle of testimony anywhere, so far as
made known to the public, to show that the
President contemplates any resistance to the
judgment which may be pronounced by the
Court of Impeachment, or, above all, to use
the army for that purpose. If General Sickles
knows of any such intention he ought to be
more explicit in his statements, and should
not confne the dire secret to the repository
of his own bosom, nor limit himself to insinua-
tions at public meeting. This would un-
doubtedly be the duty of so loyal and brave an
officer as General Sickles has proved himself
to be. If the charges implied in his speech
at the Cooper Institute are not substantiated
we fear that they will be regarded as mere
buncombe.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11

Mr.. Disraeli, as chief of the Cabinet of Great
Britain, has given to the world two solemn
assurances-one written the other oral-as
spoken in his place in Parliament, to the effect
that England is just now experiencing politi-
cal crisis, the issue of which is likely to prove
dangerous to the cause of civil and religious
liberty and civilization and menacing to the
Queens authority. The Premier conveyed the
general assertion in letter addressed to the
Earl of Dartmouth-published in the HERALD
yesterday morning-written just previous to
the great debate on the Irish Church question
in the House of Commons. During the pro-
gress of the debate he closed his speech in
defence Of the position of the government by
stating that powerful party" was operating
to the peril of the Crown, and designated the
party as made up of ''Papists and ritualists.
We can scarcely go behind the word Of the
Prime Minister, pledged to his peers, as to the
condition of the kingdom, the governmental
affairs of which he administers, and must
therefore say that if the political condition of
Great Britain has assumed complexion so
closely resembling that which prevailed in
1678-when the great ''plot' was revealed by
Titus Oates-the crisis is really serious.
We must however, recollect that Mr.. Dis
raeli is just now before the British people bid
ding for a retention of Office as against Mr..
Gladstone, and can therefore make allowance
for considerable amount of official exaggera-
ton, used, perhaps, for effect in obtaining votes
among the members from the rural districts of
England-gentlemen who do not generally
sympathize with the poor old Pope or his
particular system. The resort to such parlia-
mentary weapon is in itself dangerous, and the
only excuse which can be given for it is that
the people of England are advancing so rapidly
to complete management of their own affairs
that the old party leaders are compelled to get
up certain Series" at intervals to aid their
attempts to retain place and power. The
great English ''crisis" spoken of by Disraeli
may, therefore, be set down as the ''crisis'
of his Cabinet. The politicians of England,
like the extreme party leaders in Washington,
are commencing to class their own personal
interests as those of the Commonwealth and
speak for the country-a mistake and assump-
ton which the people on both sides of the
Atlantic will correct and rebuke almost
Immediately.
The New York herald., 1868-04-11

their attention to this important subject, in
which human life is concerned, and there will
be less Of this indiscrlminate slaughter on the
public highways. The directors of every rail-
road and steamboat company, as well as their
employees, should be held personally respon-
sible for culpable neglect Of the necessary pre-
cautions against disaster. When grand jury
deals with them as murderers are dealt with
We shall hear very seldom of such as this Lake
Michigan disaster.