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PROPHETIC INSTINCT OF THE CARPET
BADGERS.


Much concern is manifested in carpet-bag
circles to know what Horatio Seymour, when
he becomes President, will do, and what, in
the same event, Southern Democrats will do,
with reference to those precious monuments
ofRadical craftsmanship, the reconstructed
State governments. This is a cheering indica-
ton. Like the predacious birds and beasts,
the carpet baggers are deep in weather.
wisdom they scent the coming tornado and
deluge afar of, and intend to be, if possible,
IN safe coyerts beforehand. But where to
find such coverts is just now for them
puzzling and painful question. Hence we
hear them asking queruleusly whether Presi-
dent Seymour will use his executive power to
abolish the existing State government in
Louisiana, or whether the Louisiana Democ-
racy having carried the State in the approach
ing election, will proceed by forcible means
to abrogate or modify the same State govern
ment. There is no special obligation on the
part of Horatio Seymour or of the Louisiana
Democracy to satisfy these anxious interrogs-
tors. Let them try to be content with the re-
mark in Mr.. Seymour's letter of acceptance
that the Republicans need not apprehend
that, under a Democratic administration, any
violent or sudden changes would be made by
federal interference with the reconstructed
State governments; and with the further assur-
ance that the Democracy Of this State, having
demonstrated their preponderance at the polls,
will have no thought of changing the State
government by other than peaceful process.
But, on the other hand, they will be firmly
persuaded of the justice and necessity Of
eventually making su h a change, and will
reasonably expect that the men carrying on
the existing State government will interpose
no insuperable obstacles to the peaceful adj
justment of the organic law to the will of the
people and the wants of the State. Viewed
in the most charitable light these men may
be regarded as the temporary keepers of a Sc
questered property. The defeat of Radical
ism at the election in November will be de-
cision in the last resort dissolving this seques-
tration, and it viii deyolve on the keepers to
deliver the property, without unnecessary
delay, to the rightful owners. If they refuse
to do this they will lose all semblance of
legal agency, and will subject themselves to
be proceeded against as lawless intruders and
public enemies-a5 enemies of the people,
enemies of the State, enemies of society, of
peace, of law and order.
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PREPARED FOR ANY EXTREMITY.


Some Of the Radical papers are graceless
enough, and shameless enough, to express re-
greet that Congress abstained from extreme
measures of confscation and prescription, in
the outset, as an essential part of the plan for
keeping the Radical faction in perpetual
power 1t is due to this weak generosity, they
argue, that there is doubt as to whether the
Southern States will vote in the coming cleo
ton for Grant or for Seymour whereas,
had a different policy been adopted, the South
could now be reckoned as a unit for the Radi-
cal ticket. But the abstinence in question
was not the result of generosity of any sort.
1t was only by fear of public opinion at the
North that the Radical leaders in Congress
were deferred from inficting upon the South
sweeping confscation and prescription. The
Northern people were not prepared to see
nearly one-half the territory of the Union,
and that the fairest portion, abandoned
to material ruin, to social chaos, to
leprous barbarism, to the jungle, the
swamp, the food, the wolf and the
panther, the viper and the alligator,
for the obvious and sole purpose of securing
power and plumber to clique of unscrupu-
lous politicians. Aware of the popular jea-
lousy in this respect the Radical majorities of
the thirty-ninth and of the fortieth Congress
besitated to go at once to the extremity indi-
Gated, hoping that Southern reconstruction
on the present plan would serve their pur-
poses as a temporary expedient But this
hope begins to look extremely shaky. The
prospect becomes daily more clear and dis
tinct that the Democrats will carry every re-
constructed State, with the doubtful excep-
ton of South Carolina. The Radical oligarchs
view the scene with modification and dismay.
They repent with anguish Of the concession
which they made to popular sentiment in
emitting to carry out a merciless scheme of
confscation and prescription, by which, as
they now think, they might have taken {" a
bond of fate, and made assurance doubly
sure"
1t is plain that the idea of eventually adopt
ing such policy has never been relinquished
The adoption of it was merely postponed to
more convenient season, in order to make
things smooth for the time being. The peo-
pie, therefore, have stronger reasons than
ever for hurting the Radical oligarchs from
power. Should they be permitted to grasp
and WELD hereafter all the machinery of
government, there is no extremity to which
respect for popular sentiment would prevent
them from rushing. For experience teaches
them that this sentiment is now turned un-
alterably against them, and that in order to
fortify and perpetuate their dominion here
after they must take counsel of sudacity and
desperation, and proceed resolutely from
perfdy to perfdy, from usurpation to usurpa-
ton, from spoliation to spoliation, until ruin
should spread over the whole land, and liberty
would have no abiding place in it. The peo-
pie divine this temper and this reasoning, and
hence it is that the wave of anti-Radical re-
action rolls onward with constant increase of
volume and force.
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We are grieved to chronicle the demise Of
yet another of our Oldest best known citi-
zens-Mr. w. E. Thompson died at seven
o'clock on Tuesday morning at his plantation,
(Riceland) below the city. Mr.. Thompson
was one of the old race of New Orleans mer-
chants now fast dying out. He began life
here as clerk for Mr.. John Linton, and
afterwards became one of the well known
firm of Lambeth & Thompson. As bust
ness man, and as the head of large family
circle, his loss is much to be deplored in the
one case it may be compensated for by the
rise of a successor, but in the other it is ire
parable.
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be permitted 10 go through the Dardanelles 10
Constsntinople.
There IL a man In Vermont who cannot speak
to his father although able to converse with other
people. A difficulty between the father and mo
Their previous to his birth is the cause of this
strange phenomenon.
An exchange gives the following cheerfulrecipe
for bed bugs. Those troubled with unwelcome
bed fellows these warm nights can try it. 1t says
the best way lie to shake then, all down into the
middle Of the sheet and put piece Of ice among
them. Pretty soon you will see the little fellows
getting up on their hind legs and beginning to
thrash themselves to keep warm. After that you
need not be afraid of their biting, but may go to
bed and sleep, secure from their attacks the rest
OF the night.
The New York Citizen in an article entitled
"Justice to Johnson, +" announces its firm belief
that the president is one of the highest toned poll
ticisns Of our day. His manner at reception,
says the Citizen, either private or public, is not
surpassed by that of any Of his predecessors who
have occupied thel White House during the last
twelve years-which is as far as the political ex-
perience of the writer extends. A public address
he receives with calm dignity and ease Of manner,
marred neither by swkwardness nor presumption,
while his private friends are welcomed with
hearty hospitality that is not often surpassed.
Twenty thousand men are working in the en-
ploy Of the Union Pacific railroad company, at
their workshops aud along the line of their road.
Twelve thousand on the road from Omaha west.
and eight thousand, under Brigham Young, build
ing east from Salt Lake and all this army works
under the impulse Of a single mind, and with
will and vgor, in that high, stimulating air, that
would be impossible in the East. The Central
Pacific Railroad, working East from Sacramento,
with equal energy. has flushed two hundred miles
OF road Every thing indicates that the two oceans
will be united months before the most ssnguiue
have heretofore dared to predict. So says an
Omaha letter.
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We are delighted to learn, from the copy of
orders sent us from military headquarters,
that Brevet Major B. B. Keller has been pro-
NOTED to a captsincy in the regular army.
Major Keller has always enjoyed the implicit
confidence of Gen. Hancock and Gen. Bu-
chanan. He has filed high and important
position in the government of Louisiana and
has shown himself worthy not only Of the
trust placed in him by his superiors, but of the
esteem and affection of the people of this
State. We honor Major Keeler-we wish there
were more like him wearing the uniform. And
whithersoever Captain Birney B. Keller, of
the U. s. regular army, may be sent, he shall
always carry with him the hearty esteem and
good will of the people of Louisiana.
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The REGATTA To DAY.-Although the re-
gatta, yesterday, was a splendid success, we
have every reason to expect more brilliant
race to-day. The same yachts that ran yes
terday will probably run to-day, and one or
two others that have not yettried their speed,
will probably come in to swell the number.
The Pontchartrain cars leave hourly-at me-
ridian an extra train at 1, and at p. NJ from
the foot of Girod street, and the entire trip
costs Only twenty-five cents. The jaunt,
the fresh atmosphere, the broad expanse
of clear refreshing water, of themselves
are worth ten times the price of the jour-
ney. But the stirring scene of twelve or
fifteen beautiful vessels, skimming over the
surface of the waters, with wings as broad
and snowy as those of a stormy petrol. obey
ing the behests Of their helmsmen as if they
were endowed with life and intelligence-such
a scene ought to be witnessed by all our citi-
zens. There is plenty of shelter from rain or
sun. The sheds of the Pontchartrain Railroad
are very extensive and complete, and afford
shade for any number of people. There were
a good many ladies present yesterday, and
there is every reason to believe there will be
many more to-day.
Do not forget that an extra train of cars
leaves at / O'Clock.
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We are deyoting unusual time and labor to the
Commercial and Financial Annual Report of opera
tions in New Orleans for 1867 and ls6s. which
will be published on Tuesday, September LIST. in
our letter sheet Price Current and in the Daily and
Weekly CRESCENT of that date. As this will be
one of the most accurate and comprehensive doc.
uments ever issued by any Office in the Crescent
City. and as our last annual review was received
with such commentator that we had to republish
1t several times during the first week of September,
1867, in order to supply constantly increasing
demand. our friends and patrons would confer an
especial favor by sending in their orders promptly
during the ensuing week. Parties ordering loo
copies or more can have their cards inserted free Of
charge, and those who prefer a private circular
may find II to their interest TO call at our Office.
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CRESCENT CITY CLUB-Tbei Presentation
The members of this club will assemble to-
morrow evening at the wigwam, at six o'clock.
Uniform, time, route of procession, and all
other particulars, will be found noticed in our
political column. Under the guidance of
such commander as glorious Fred. Ogden,
and with such a secretary as I. Lee Shute,
the Crescents can't help being one of the most
numerous and efficient Democratic clubs in
the South.
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Notice hereby given that the undersigned authorized
by Mr.. CHARLES MORGAN of the Morgan lines Of
United States mail steamers TO take Marine Cargo
and Merchandise shipped by his plying
any Of the Texas ports, AT ONE-HALF THE RATES
ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF UNDERWRITERS OF
NEW ORLEANS July !, 1863
MI Morgsn's confidence in his own steamers and an
desire to mote trade betweeA New Orleans Mobile
Texas ports, have dictated this course
Forfurher pa ticuars those interested are Invited to
the of6ce, 90 and 81 Camp street.
CHAS. A. WHITNEY h CO., Age
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Diseases or the Eye.

DR.. JULIUS HONBERGER, dste Assistant TO DR. slebel
FsrisJ OCuLIsT 40 Canal street. New Orleans Oace
hours from IL TO O'Clock CT for Diseases OF the Eva
Saturday, from TO o'clock Physicians and Medical Sta
dents are invited to attend the Clinic Demonstrations with
the ophsmoscope etc Poor patients will be treated and op
Grated free Of charge
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Persons who propose being absent from
the city during the summer, can have the
Daily or Weekly CRESCENT sent to them by
leaving their address at this Office
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Marshals of clubs intending to join the pro-
cession of the Hancock Club, on the occasion
of the banner presentation, are requested to
meet Col. James H. wingfeld, grand marshal
of The Hancocks, at the club, 139 Canal street,
to-day at meridian.
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DIED

Al Shreveport La. Wednesday, Aug. 18th, CHARLES
D. HOFFMAN, eldest Of Charles aud Harriet Hoffman,
aged "A years months and q days
sSNewPOrt kss'ueky and Cape May, New Jersey papers
please copy.
The funeral will take place from the residence Of h
rents, $50 Fulton street, THIS MORNING, at o'clock.
Friends Of the family respectfully Invited to attend
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Once
MUTUAL AID AND BENEVOLENT LIFE
INSURANCE ASSOCIATION
OF LOUISIANA.
The following named gentlemen elected BOARD OF
DIRECTORS for the above mentioned Assoeationor
suing years, dating August !, 1866
j. NJ LAPEYRE. W. s. MOUNT,
JOHN DAVIDSON, L b. POTHIER
II. ZUBERBiER, WIN. MCCULl och,
/ n. Marks g. gAVAROC.
T. r. s HMiDT, WIN. CKEEVY,
w. COOPER, THOS X FINLAY.
W. r. PIKE, ANTHONY SAMBOLA.
DAVID McCoARD, PATRICK IRW N,
]. CAULFIELD, JNO. O. sINNOfT,
GERARD SrITH, W. G. NICHOLS.
At meeting the Board Of Directors held day Of
August 1865 the following named gentlemen elected
officers Of the Association to serve two years;
JNo DAVIDSON President;
W. s PIKE Vice President;
X. ". YOUNG, Secretary;
L. A, FOURNIER, treasurer;
W. B. KOONTZ, Attorney.
W. @. NICHOLS, NJ. D., Physician.
The Office Of the Association present Is located in the
old Bank of New Orleans Of Union and Charles
Streets where the officers Of the prepared to
receive applications for menbersf In
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W. B. KooNTz, Attorney.
Iron Cotton Ties.

In addition 10 the celebrated ARROW TIES, I am now
prepared 10 receive orders from the trade for the sELFAS
TENlHG BUCKLE TIES all made Of the best quality Eng
hsh Iron, and BANDS Of any required length
II. 7. BARTLETT,
General Agent. a Carondeiet street
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TO TAX PAYERS.


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n A. bkQussEAU 4 co., importers, offer .. low pro.s
ten,. s3y-nnensn and American, Of all kinds door
Snins, loo pieces Cocoa WINDOW SHADES; Table and
rAno Covers Orumb Oloths-Drugget and Felt;
ansIkeee REPS Wcrsted Dsmssk Furnitare Cover
ne-nsn and Cotton striped; Oornices Bands Pila ste
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Jsbez J. Potter, the veteran OF the Providence
police force, died recently at the age of eighty
one years. he had been in the service forty. a We
years, portion Of the time as city marshal,
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- See Supplement-.

THANKs-The editor of the CRESCENT re-
turns his hearty thanks to the Crescent
Mounted club, for the compliment of an hon.
orary membership rendered him at late
meeting
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The order of the day-A general order for Sozo
don't. In the teeth u all opposition II has become
the supreme dentfrice Of the age.
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y. e. BOgeL
GENERAL AUCTIoNEER

GENERAL AUCTIONEER,
Cffce and sslesroom 81 Tehoup touss street.
WIN sive special attention t. sales Of Merchandise Stocks
BOndt Real Estate Furniture Port Warden
All in and outdoor sales promptly afforded to CASH
ADVANCES MADE ON CONSEQUENCES Regular sale
days in st0re, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS and sAfUR-
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We thank II. d. B. Morris, Esq, through
Mr.. j. c. Bach, for late Vera Cruz papers.
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II Card.

NV oKLAASs, August lib, 1868.
Mss ALICE PLAcIpK;
The undersigned citizens Of New Orleans knowing tho
Disadvantages under which you have had labor during
your last thestrca especially having de-
pIved your benefit and ~ approaching qualities
both and lady, respectfully tender you
plimeutary benefit
You will please sgnse the time and place At your earliest
convenience.
Respectfully yours.
Peter Hart, w. A Shropshire,
Paul j. Robert, T. ID Van Hsm,
y. R Duval N. N. Holmes,
q. II. Buuehn, W. W. Daily,
]. O'Nee w. p. Ford,
,JnO W. Madden, Benton Otway,
Wynne Rogers, wv. Warren,
Jno Casey, Jos. II. Degrange,
X. NJ. Montgomery, b. J. Montgomery,
Geo Swarbrck, j. KentOu.
Geo r. Bowers, d. &. seruggs.
Marcelus Lara. William Murray.
Chas Tower, Jne. Tobin,
J. B. Collie, ARd others.
NEW ORLEANS August 18th, 1863
Msssrs Hart PaalJ Robert r Duval aud others;
GentemsnIt is with feeling Of gratitude that aekRoWl.
edge your kind and complimentary Communication
Permit my thanks for The gratifying
substantial comp meut you offer, and August 18th
UEsDAY the time and the Varieties Theatsr the
place Of the proposed benefit
With repeated Of thanks for the kind interest
expressed in my behalf,
remain, gentlemen,
Very truly yours,
ALICE PLAcIDE.
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Grand Parade.

Grand Parade.
Rooms DEsocRATIc PARISH COMMITTEE
New Orleans, Aug II, 1865
lnernformity with resolution passed regular meet
ing of this COMMITTEES. held 18th inst notice is hereby
gwen thstthere will be GRAND PARADE OF all the De-
nOcrstic Clubs in the parish, on SATURDAY EVENING
August 29th.
The harshals Of the different Clubs Of the city will nut
themselves In communication with the Hon JAMES Nc
CLOskEY, Grand Marshal for full instructions
By order Of the DsnOerstic Parish Committee
JOS. ELLISON, President.
Gas. CULBERTsos. Secretary.
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To Tar Payers.

To Tar Payers.
TREAsURER's OFFrcy
City Hall, New Orleans Aug IS 1863 /
TO TAX PAYERS
THURSDAY, the 10Th Instant at O'Clock p NJ viii he
IHE LAST HOUR fer paying Taxes a. the Treasurer.
Office.
W. s. MOUNT,
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The undersigned respectfully inform the public that hey
will have opened by Sept 1865 entire New Stock Of
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WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS
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Chinese Jugglers.

A correspondent of the Chicago Tribune
writes from Canton, China:-
Street jugglers ana mountebanks abound in
Canton, and in fact in every Chinese city. They
also travel from place to place throughout the
country, displaying their teats and picking up
few cash here and there. As general thing
their juggling feats do not amount to great
deal, yet some of them are very clever, and
would create fully as much of theatrical fuTOre
in the United States as did the Japanese per-
formers. Sword-swallowing and stone.eating
appears to be the commonest test, and opera
tors of this description can be seen In almost
every street.
One fellow, however, performed number of
feats in front of our hotel, which den and from
me more than passing notice. He stationed
himself in the centre or the street, and having
blown blast upon buge TO give warning that
he was about to begin his entertainment he
took small lemon or orange tree, which was
covered with fruit, and balanced it upon his
head. he then blew a sort of chiTruping whistle,
when Immediately number of rice BIRDS came
from every direction and settled upon the
boughs of the bush he balanced or huttered
about his head. He then took O cup in his
hand and began TO rattle some seeds in it, when
the birds disappeared Taking q small bamboo
tube, he next took the seeds, aud putting one
in 1t blew II at one OF the fruit, when it opened,
and out flew one OF the BIRDS, which fluttered
about the circle surrounding the performer.
He continued to shoot his seeds at the
oranges until nearly dozen birds were re-
leased. He then removed the tree from his
forehead, and setting it down, took up dish
which he held above his head, when all the
birds few into it. He then covered it over with
a cover, and giving 1t .whirl or two about his
head, opened 1t and displayed quantity of
eggs, the shells of which he broke with a little
stick, releasing bird from each she'll. The
trick was neatly performed and deded detection
from my eyes, The next trick was equally
clever and difficult OF detection. Borrowing a
handkerchief from one of his spectators, he took
an orange, cut a small hole in it, then squeezed
all the juice out, and crammed the handkerchief
into it. Giving the handkerchief to bystander
TO hold, he caught up teapot, and began 10