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Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

In MARYLAND, there is a general complaint
among the people that their county officials,
as well as State, have been very extrayagant
and wasteful in their financial management.
In Talbot County, we observe that the East
on Star, a Democratic newspaper, quotes
the figures of the last four years, in the
maintenance and repair of the public roads
1t says;
While the cost Of the roads for two
years under the republican administration
was but $l2, S+7.64, they have cost in the
same time, under the Journal party admin
istration, S27, 774,27, or more than double. y
"The Journal party is one wing of the
Talbot Democracy, and we have no doubt
that the groans of the taxpayers at their
proceedings came from good cause. Il
otherwise, we should hardly find one Of theii
own party papers exposing their proceed
inpE
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
NINTH WARD.
T0lincit.


Henry Newton and CASTOR Royal, two
coored boys, under fourteen years of age,
who were recently convicted in Lynchburg,
Va, and sent to the penitentiary for five
years each, have been pardoned by Gov.
Wells.
The Lynchburg Republican says that on
Thursday morning the frost was found to
be lying white and shining on the earth. II
was not severe enough, however, TO bite OF
destroy the leaves of tobacco.
John Debrce, an ex-purscr Of the United
States navy, died in Norfolk on Thursday,
nj the advanced age Of seventy-three years,
lie was one of the oldest and most esteemed
citizens of Norfolk.
1t is stated in the Lynchburg (Va.) Re-
publican that there are now in Southwest
Nirginii hlly thousand head of cattle that
will be STINT for sale during the coming sea
sun 10 the Northern markets.
With The exception of the quarterman,
every risger has been discharged from Cos
port Navy Yard. Reason-no work in theil
department.
The fire in the great Dismal Swampis still
raging, and is doing considerable damage to
standing timber.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

One OF the events in the literary world is
Mark Twain's new book, describing the Quaker
City Excursion, from New York to Palestine and
home again, In 1866. AS genial humorist of
the best American type, Mr.. Clemens stands in
the front rank, and indeed there are few to place
beside him. This account of his "Pic-nic" is
something entirely unique in literature. 1t is n
contribution which will be gladly welcomed by
all who enjoy looking at the cheerful and gro
tesque side Of things, as they really are without
descending 10 vulgar humor or going the length
of unfair carlcature.
As we have already intimated, the book has
made a capital hit, and everybody is getting
hold Of it is fast as possible. The reviews of it
have been very favorable indeed, and from the dip
which we have already made into q few chapters,
our opinion Is not less favorable.
The book, mechanically considered, is hand
some octave Of $50 pages, containing 23i illus.
trations of irst-rate excellence. 1t is furnished
in different styles of binding.
The publishers arc the American Publishing
Company Of Hartford. and they arc selling the
work only by subscription. The agent for this
city, Mr. Parmalec, has arrived in town, and vii
at oucc commence his canvass.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

In QUEEN ANNE's COUNTY, Md, a ''regu-
lar and Second or independent move
ment was made by the Democrats towards
the formation of county ticket. Negotia-
lions were then commenced to unite the
two, restore harmony, but we learn from
one of the county papers that these have
failed, the propositions submitted not being
satisfactory to either. The Regular conven-
ton was to be held on the 9TH inst, while
delegates to the ''Second Ticket" convention
are notified to attend an adjourned meeting,
on Tuesday l4th Sept, for the purpose of
nominating county ticket. The call is
signed by G. NJ. Smith, chairman. The
Regulars refuse to recognize the Second
Ticket party as a distinct organization,
and the ''Second Ticket" men claim that
their object is not to disrupt the Democratic
party, but to defeat clique that now con
trolls it for their own selfish ends, making
delegate elections and conventions a mere
farce.
The Democratic party in Maryland is cx
periencing the disadvantages of being to-
strong. The days when it could rally tn
people and make them practically unani
nous, by the negro prejudice, are over, an
hereafter we shall see new political comb
nations.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
GREA r FIFE.

THE FORESTS BURNING IN SOUTHERN DELAWARE.
The Snow Hill, Worcester county, Md Mes
senSer, Of Saturday the 4lh, says "A fire broke
out in the forest, in the northern part Of this
county, near the Delaware line, on last Monday
and in consequence of the dry weather, spread
very rapidly, burning through the swamp and in
its progress destroying several fields of corn All
efforts to stay its course fruitless and up to
our last adviccs it was still burning, and no pros
poets of its being extinguished unless this section
is blessed with rain, which from present iudca.
tions we have little ground to hope for.
Since the above was in type, VIC have rcceiv-
cd the following from Berlin. The extensive
tract Of land known us the Burnt swamp IL
few miles north of here, has been on fire for two
weeks. Everything that can burn, is being con
sumcd, dense clouds of smoke are waited into
town, filling the dwellings and making 1t very
unpleasant, particularly at night. Col Jacob:
and others are heavy sufferers by the loss OF cy-
press timber. Nothing short OF L moderate food
| will be likely to arrest Its propress."
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
The As,ornsy-sensraisnip.
NEW cAsTLK COUNTY ONCE MORE DISAPPOINTED
APPOINTMENT OF JOHN d. PAINTER.

NEW CAsTLK COUNTY ONCE MORE DISAPPOINTED
APPOINTMENT OF JOHN a. PAYNrER.
We gave, few days ago. the gossip concern
ing the Attorney Generalship, and stated the sup
posed probability that the appointee would be
Chas. B. Lore, of this city. 1t was announced
at Dover on Wednesday, and we learned yestcr-
day, that neither Mr.. Lore nor Mr.. Gray has re-
ccived the place. Both resided in New Castle
county, and therefore were, as the Kent and sus-
sex men thought Of Doctor Brown and William
Dean, too much like Republicans. At any rate,
neither of them would 30 fully answer the pur-
pose of the close corporation OF Dover as was
desirable.
The appointee is John II. Faynter, Esq,
of Georgetown, member OF the pre-
sent State Senate, and brother In law
to Gusts W. Wright ESQ, Secretary OF State. He
has the physical misfortune to be afflicted with
Deafness which is regarded as somewhat dimin-
It 6 suggested that Mr.. Paynter is not eligible
to the appointment just presented him, on ac'
| count of the following clause in the State Con,
stitution. Article II Section u. IT..
mo Senator or Representative shall, during
''the time for which he shall have been elected
she appointed to any civil office, under this State
(which shall have been created or the emolu
''ments of which shall have been increased, during
'.such time
Now Mr.. Paynter was elected in 1866, and hi
term does not expire till 1870 and at the session
of the Legislature for 1867 the fees OF the Attor
ney General were increased by law. passe'
finally, March 2lst. Good lawyers consider tn
caae n Dlain one
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
TIE DAILY COMMERCIAL I

The DAILY COMMERCIAL Is
issued every afternoon, ercept Sa"ddy.
II 10 the only Daily Pepper In Wstns''g-
ton, and the State of De1aDare. 1srn's'
Sir dollars per annuns, or 1soetve cents
a week. Single copies Two cents.
THE DELLA WARE TRIBUNE Is
issued from, the COMMERCIAL office,
every Thursday morning, and contains
principally reading matter published IN
the Daily. tbs the largest paper, o''s
contains by far the most reading matter
of those published on the Peninsula
7brnss, Two dollars per dnnun.
THE COMMERCIAL JOB OFFICE
10 amply provided a0ith printing mater
ial of the latest styles, and our work IS
done equal to Philadelphia offices, tt''d
at no higher rates.
THE OFFICEof The COMMERCIAL
and TRLB UNE is at the s. W. Corner
Of Fifth and Market Streets, Whining
ton, Delaware.
JENKINS & ATKINSON
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
PERSONAL.

The French Empress has abandoned her pro-
posed trip to Constantinopc.
Ralph Waldo Emerson and o. W. Holmes
didn't bet pair of gloves on the race.
George Francis Train Is writing book.
1t is announced that Chief Justice Chase has
finally and forever retired from public life.
Olive Logan will lecture the comlhg season
for 800 to 500 night.
Grant was on the summit OF Mt. Washington
when he heard OF the lIarvard's defeat, aud re-
marked, "Well, I'm sorry, for that"
Beverly Tucker is keeping hotel in Canada
Brick Pomeroy il going to run for State Sen
etor next fall.
Since the year 1886, Madame George Sane
has received from her publishers upward Ui n mil
| lion of francs-and her sands oil life have 10
nearly run out, for she has two new novels and
| play ready for publication.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
CURRENT NOTES.

Tennessee has had another extraordinary
spectacle" "rcd hot wind recently passed
ever portion OF the State, smuggling everything
in Its course-from horse's tail to farmhouse.
Let the Tcnnesseeans pitch Andy Jonah johnson
overheard and these plaques will cease.
"A Californian predicts another earthquake
there this month, and her citizens are quaking in
anticipation.
-" BY their fruits We shall know them'-and
Delaware is pretty well known by her peaches.
"A vain fellow in New Orleans eat CASTLE soap
to remove freckles. 1t removed his dinner, if
not his frecklcs.
| Maine is not at all pleased because Secretary
Robson did not name war vessel after Lake
Weelockennattacook.
Very Frenchy is the story that at Paris q
valet out of place hung himself in despair, and
that his body was discovered by person who
called to inform him of the death of his father
leaving him $4,000 year.
"A rats nest, composed Of 800 cigars ant
several pounds of tobacco, was recently found ii
a shop at westfeld, Mass. This is putting th
tweed, to better use than chewing it.
Elephants are used in India for ploughin.
purposes p I. Barnum will tell you that Gle
plants can draw we'll One in his museum DIRE,
thousands Of visitors one season.
When the mercury goes down coal general
goes up.
; Real expenesv-"T The last Carllst lisln
cost the Spanish Government 10, 600 reals
The press ball at sulphur Springs include
eight hundred journalists. An impressive sigh
A Minnesota railroad conductor lately stol
ped his train 10 hunt prairie chickens, and cause
his passengers to miss all their connections-an,
perhaps, other relations ''Jo~t stop"
: The Mississippi papers call the Republican
! "Nitro-Glyccrines. An appropriate name, pc
haps, for the Republicans have "sent the DEM
{ cratic party up''-knocked it sky-high."
9 They have base ball club in Maine wi
call themselves the Passagassawangces. tt
club cannot be beaten-in length of name.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

The Superintendent OF the Boston &
Maine Railroad, Mr.. Merritt, believes in the
motto: If twere done when It's done, then
'twere we'll twere done quickly A bridge
was torn up and rebuilt Tuesday between
the IL and o'clock trains, thirty feet of
stringers, sleepers and rails being taken up
and put down in that time, and the work.
men off on another job before the train was
due.-ETchange.
This Mr.. Merritt has not been employed
on the Market Street bridge. The center
prise of the gentlemen in charge of thai
work does not admit of such haste. They
will probably complete their job sometime
next winter, and meantime will let the pub
lie wait as patiently as possible.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
TERRIBLE MINING DISAS 7'ER.
Two Hundred Men Probably suTocased.

PLYMOUTH, Pa, Sept. ga fire broke out
this morning in flue In the bottom of the Steu-
ben shaft, owned by the Delaware, Lackawanna
and Western Railroad Company, in this place,
and III short time the whole breaker aud. out
buildings were in fames and the hostiug apara-
tus, the only avenue of escape for the miners de-
stroyed. All efforts 10 stay the flames were In
vain, and the whole structure fell, partly filling
up the shaft. Over two hundred men arc in the
shaft, and have no communication out, with no
chance Of aid, as the the only way for getting air
into The shaft was through the main opening, and
that was filled with burning timbcrs and the
debris. 1t is feared that the whole number have
been suffocatcd by smoke or persisted for want Of
air.
FURTHER PARTICULARS.
SCRANTON, Pa, Sept. 10 A. Nit will be au
hour before an entrance can be effected To the
Avondalc mine.
All the mining experts feel sure that every mar
who was at work in the mine is dead.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
ANOTHER DEMOCRA TIC DE
FEAT IN WILAINGTON-IHE
TJTY NTTT.I mn END EMIT

Last year, when our political opponents
were once more beaten in the city election,
and felt that their disappointment was grea-
ter and more keen than usual, they set about
such Encouragement OF conditions as should
in future be certain to rive them success.
They did not want any more doubts, and
fears, and contingencies. but an election
which should bea sure thing, from the start.
Hence the gentlemen from Kent and Sussex
overhauled our whole election system leg
slated out of position officers whom the
people of Wilmington had elected for
term of years; and so adjusted the matter as
that their Wilmington followers should have
no difficulty in binding the lusty limbs OF
our independent city with Democratic
thongs, and handing it over TO the iron rod
Of the Dover Ring.
Hence tue Nine Wards Bill.
This re-arraagcd the wards of the city in
such manner that the Democracy felt sure
five out of the nine would be their own.
1t appointed a Democrat to hold the cleo
ton in every ward.
tax, as qualification for voting.
1t required only three months, instead OF
year, as the residence qualification.
1t provided that no police officer should
be within thirty feet of the polls; or attempt
to influence voter as to the manner of cast
ing his ballot
Every one of these provisions lwSs in
tended to aid, and greatly did aid, on Tuesday
the Democratic ticket. But they did not
answer the desired purpose.
The control of Wilmington remains in the
hands of the Republicans. We have elected
all that was Of vital importance-the Mayor,
and majority of the Council The former
has the administration Of the laws, and The
appointment of police, for the next three
years. The latter have the control of al
the city's affairs, for at least one year. These
are the real prizes for which the contest was
waged, and our opponents, in spite Of thcil
special legislation, their gerrymandering, ant
sharp practice, have lost them. This il
greatly gratifying to every intelligent frient
of Wilmington's growth and prosperity
We could not fall under the control of the
Dover corruptionists, without the creates
injury to every material interest.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
LITERA TURE AND JOURNALISM.

Peters Musical Monthly for September con-
tains about twenty pages of choice original music
as follews.- -" JESSIE" "Down in the Valley
where the Green Grass Groweth," "At Home
Thou art Remembered Still, " The Flower of
Marblehead," "Drum and Fife," fantastic mill
tary march; "Congenial Hearts" Morning
glory Mazurka," and several other pieces. A
dozen pages of reading matter is also giycn-al
for 50 per annum. j. l.. Peters, publisher, 19s
Rroaawav N v
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
Perry Davis Pain Killer.
We clip the following from the Providence Aducy-

We clip the following from the Providence Aduer-
fiser.
"At this season OF the year, when cholera, cholera
morbns. dysentery, and other kindred complaints
are sure to prevail, everybody should be literally
supplied with Perry Davis Vegetable Pain Killer.
Persons leaving home, whether it be for days ex-
cursion or trip to Europe, should be in condition
to place their hands on it at moments warning.
Many diseases incident to the summer months, which
Will prove fatal il not Immediately checked, can DO
promptly cured by one two doses OF the Pain Kill
Ter. On more than one occasion have we been re-
lieved Of intense suffering by the timely use Of the
above named preparation. Sold by all druggists.
grocers. and medicine dealers
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

TIE PHILADELPHIA ACE has "seen several
gentlemen who have travelled the State from
the Delaware to the Ohio, and the reports
they give point 10 an overwhelming demo-
cratic majority This is the old story.
These men are "seen" by democratic editors
Just previous to every State election; but
unlike the contraband produced by the Re-
bellion, they are not ''reliable.'
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

DE-. SrrLEs KEssEpI of Marydcll, Kent county,
(near the Maryland lina) an active temperance
leader and eloquent speaker, proposes to start a
new newspaper called the Delsware Democrat,
on or about the 10th of November The place
OF publication is not yet fixed upon, but we would
suggest Dover. A live newspaper, of the charac-
ter suggested in the Doctors prospectus, could
be well sustained II located ut the Capital.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

THE PHILADELPHIA AGE deliberately at
tacks Mr.. Burlingame and asserts that his
diplomatic mission Las been a complete fall
ure. The article bears the evidence of mali
cious dislike to Mr.. Burlingame, and we
presume was written, or at least inspired,b by
VIM. B. Reed, one OF the private counsellor'
of the Age. He was, it will be remembered
once our Minister to China.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

The CLAYTON HERALD says 1t has had much
trouble recently. Three Of its printers have
left or are " on q loaf, " and this left us with
" but one man to do everything, who is the only
" man of principle that we have had in our office
" for long time"
We thought there must be some reason not
generally known, for the Herdids queer antics.
"Oniy one man of principle" about the office
cxplnins the matter.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

The public debt statement for September
LIST shows a total, less cash, sinking fund
and purchased bonds in the Treasury, OF
81, 475, 962, 50l-a decrease since August list,
Of S., 6O4, 1884, and decrease since March
LIST, of $40, 5o0,75s.
SO much for Republican Administrs-
ton. The reduction of the public debt goes
steadily on. 1t is fact, not merely wind
an accomplishment, not promise.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

The TERRIBLE ACCIDENT in the mines at
Scranton is without parallel, in the annals
of mining in this country, and fortunately,
is seldom equalled, in the world. The sud
den death, by single catastrophe, of two
hundred men, engaged in the arts Of peace,
is horror that startles the nerves and kim
dies the sympathies of all. An accident Of
80 great proportions forces itself into uni
yersal attention.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

Mrs. STOWE has found champion in the
brilliant aud eccentric John Neal Of Portland,
who has it is said, facts in his possession to
roborate her statements. Mr.. Neal was present
at Lord Byron's funeral and acquainted with his
friends. His "reminiscences will soon appear in
the public prints, and will form fit sequel to his
already published Wandering Recollcctions,' y
which though egotistic to excess are very read
able and entertaining.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

rHE BALTIMORE PEOPLE conclude that base
ball is a game of chance more than of muscle, or
skill. On Wednesday last the Athletic Club. Of
Philadelphia, in contest with tho Maryland Club,
was defeated bya score of " to 2i on Thursday
the Athletics defeated the Pastime Club SO to 90
on Friday the pastime Club defeated the Hay
makers, Is TO II, and then on Saturday the Hay
makers defeated the Maryland Club by score Of
~ to II. Now, which of the four is the best
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

September Is called the mosquito
month"
"A writ of attachments marriage Ger
tficate.
New York had brilliant aurora Friday
evening.
-"Shrewsbury oysters are arriving in
New York.
New York can't eat all the waiermelons
1t is receiving
Nashville, Tenn, is putting up a $780,
600 cotton mill.
The market value of hippopotamus in
New York is $1,000.
=" Paregorc weddings are the latest. II
is the first anniversary after the birth of a
descendant.
Charleston, by recent census, has A.
952 population, there being 1920 more blacks
than whites.
-Madge Robertson, sister of the dram
atist, was married fortnight since, and
celebrated her wedding night by playing in
''As You Like It," with her husband.
Hon. Alex. Mitchell, of Milwaukee,
just elected president of the Chicago and
Northwestern railway, is now president OF
two thousand two hundred and forty miles
of railroad.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

ANOTHER DISTINGUISHED NAME is to be
added to the roll of Death. Senator William
Pitt Fessenden, Of Maine, died, yesterday,
He has been prominent man in the history
of the country, and with one great act of ia
tai weakness, has the record of many honor
able services to present. Had he closed his
life sooner, it would have been far better fol
his memory but ended, now, let us say nc
i'll of him.
Mr.. Fessenden's term as United States
Senator expires on the Fourth of March
1871. His decease removes some politica
difficulties in the election of his successor.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09

WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES to Mr.. Gray
and Mr.. Lore, on their unceremonious re-
lection for the Attorney Generalship, by
their Dover rulers, but beg to assure them
that it is only what they may always expect,
till they assert their independence, and
prove their strength. While the Democrats
of New Castle County continue to submit to
the present system Of representation in Con-
ventions and the Legislature, they may ex-
pect to be ciphers in State politics. And
SO they ought to be-
"who would be free, himself must strike tn,
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
THE MINING DISASTER.
The Mine Opened and all Pound Dead
Two Hundred Men Persisted.

PnILADELrHIA, Sept. S.-A special dispatch to
the Erening Telegraph says that Avondalc mine
was successfully opened this morning.
All the miners were found dead, two hundred
IN number
ANOTHER DISPATCH.
Special dispatches to the Evening Telegraph,
from Scranton, dated o'clock, A. NJ, to-day,
report the finding OF nearly two hundred dead
bodies in the mine, piled up together.
STILL NOTWITHSTANDING THE BODIES OUT.
4 private dispatch says that one hundred and
three dead bodies have been brought up.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
THE PHILADELPHIA ASSASSL
M IION.

UNSUCCESSFUL EFFORT TO PROCURE a DISCHARGE
OF THE SUSPECTED rAETIEs.
PHILADELPHIA, SErr. Sth.-The parties heard
yesterday on charge of completely in the assas-
snaiion OF Brooks, and committed for further
hearing, were brought up on n writ. Of habeas
corpus before Judge Brewster to-day. The Judge
refused TO discharge them.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1869-09-09
DEA TIL.


SENATOR FEssENDEN, THIS MORNING.
BosroN, Sept. S.--aon. Vim. Pitt Fcssenden,
u S. Senator from Maine, who has been lying
very i'll for some time, died at Portland this
morning.
Mr. Fesseden was born at Boscawen, New
Hampshire, October lG. 1906; graduated at Bow
doin College; studied and practiced law was
elected to the Maine Legislature six times, end
ing In 1851 and to the lower house of Congress
one term; was chosen U. s. senator, taking
his seat in 1851 reelected in 1853 and 1865, and
appointed Secretary of the Treasury IN 1864 by
President Lincoln