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The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The METHoDIsTs. -Overtures have been made by the
Northern Methodsts to those of the South, for
union. The prejudice on the part of the Northern
Methodists towards their Southern BRETHREN orginat
ing in the institution Of slavery, eliminated in 1884,
in division of the church and the church property.
That prejudice confined to this particular denom-
nation of Christians, and every OCCASION in season
and out of season, has raised its gorgon head. We
doubt if the Southern Methodists at all impressed
with the christian sincerity of those of the North We
know that of them express themselves unable
to perceive in the proposition any other motive than
that of strengthening the political influence of the
church; and they far opposed to reunion that
if such thing is brought about they will withdraw
their connection.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

LET EN- CoME.-We learn from the St. Louis Dem.
ocra of the 18th June, that preparations are being
made there for the shipment to New Orleans of five
thousand Chinese aborers, who will leave Omaha for
the purpose of trying their fortunes in Southern cot
ton, sugar and rice fields. We are extremely graft,
fed to chronicle this movement. They WILL in all
probability, prove the avaunt couriers of an army of
Coolies under whose dexterous tlage the South may
yet her equality with, if not supremacy over
the land of wooden nutmegs and white pine hams 1t
is to be hoped that these distinguished strangers
will meet with every kindness the hands of the citi
zens of New Orleans first impressions apt to be
lasting and would like that they send back favor
able report of the Southland
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07
THE COURTS The responsibility of an aucti,

THE CoURTs.-Ihe responsibility of an auctioneer
was involved in the trial of the of Jonathan Mont
gomery against John A. Stevenson, in the Sixth Dis
trct Court. The defendant the purchaser of
plantation by auction sale, from c. E. Girardey & Co.
in last December, for large sum-twenty thousand
in cash, balance in one, two and three years He
claimed that the plantation not what it should have
been, and did not to the couleur de rose de-
scription of the auctoneer The Judge ruled that it
was not possible, except by photograph to convey
better description of the plantation lin East Felician
than that expressed by the process verbal of SALE which
the defendant we'll knew; that the couea de rose de-
seriptlons were the custom Judgment for plaintiff,
forcing the defendant to comply with his bid
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

.DoN'T LIKE HM.-Davidson NJ. Leatherman of
Memphis, has announced himself Independent
candidate for Governor of Tennessee The Avalanche
handles him without gloves, thinks he is thrusting
himself upon an unwilling people, and interfering with
fair fight between Senter and Stokes, from which,
although know nothing of his antecedents we are
satisfied he is either scaawag Or a carpetbagger.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

THE YERGER TRIAL-From reading the evidence in
this case introduced to prove the occasional insanity
of the prisoner reluctantly came to the conclusion
that it only establishes the fact that he is a man OF
quick, if not ungovernable temper, whose mind has
been unsettled by drinking.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Jefferson Jimplecute says that there no less
than an hundred and fifteen newspapers published in
Texas and it is believed the State will have popula
ton of two millions by 1876. We bear willing testi
mony to the marked improvement of our Texas ex.
changes within the past fifteen years. In number,
typographical execution and editorial conduct, they
are credit to their great and growing State
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

WE CANT HELP notwithstanding our earnest
protest. Jack Hamitons election is toregone conclu
sion. We are aware that it is much easier to tear
down than to build up, to start objections than to sug
gest remedies. Still, it does seem that our Texas
friends, with united and earnest effort, might have sue
cessfuy some less Objectionable candidate. But
politics certainly make strange bedfeows. If Wigfal
were at home, he even might be costly sleeping with
Hamilton at the present writing.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Accounts from Washington state that the Govern
ment does not sustain the action Of Mr.. Webb in de-
manding his passports, Webb has made himself OBJ
noxious to the Brazilians As his successor has al
ready been appointed and will soon supercede him, no
notice will be taken of Webbs conduct. The Brazilian
Minister at Washington says Webb is the cause of
whatever misunderstanding which have existed be-
tween the two Governments.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

THE INSURANCE CoMPANY.-This institution has been
subscription and the adoption of charter is con-
cerned It starts out under the most favorable aus
pices the leading business of the place evnce
an earnest determination that it shall succeed and we
satisfied that the charter prepared with elaborate
care, will meet the approval Of all Experience has
clearly demonstrated that there is no more profitable
investment of money than in insurance companies,
properly and udiciousy conducted. The one recently
in existence here although generally looked upon as
failure, in one sense was not 1t paid dividend
of fortyfve per cent during the eighteen months it
in operation and this too under loss Of $S0O0
nearly $4,000 of which was lost by investment in stocks
in New Orleans Moreover, the salaries of officers
were greatly disproportoned to the business of the
company.
The present company, profting by experience, will
conduct business on somewhat different principles,
and the old company lost great deal of patronage
by not having required the stockholders to pay in
more than very small per centage of their stock,
and thus making its solvency matter of some doubt,
the one guards against this objection by demand,
ing cash payment of TWENTY-FIVE per cent. on stock.
We very much hope that those having money to invest,
whether citizens of Shreveport otherwise will sub.
scribe literally to this home enterprise. The title of
the company is: The Planters and Merchants Insur-
ance Company of Shreveport.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

MISS MoLLIE E. MooRE.-The Texas poetess has is
sued an enlarged edition of her poems, which is highly
spoken of by the Galveston News The volume econ
tanning 276 pages neatly printed and bound with por-
trait" can be purchased for two dollars How does it
happen that bookstores have not brought on any
Doubtless they would meet ready sale.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

HARD ON THE STRONG MINDED. At social gath
ering of the coored population of Baltimore, the fol-
lowing toast offered by some colored gemman who
toats level head " Our wives and daughters-may
the women of never unSeX themselves by be-
coming strong minded" We presume he had no OBJ
lection to their being strong scented.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

At the recent meeting of the Southern Presbyterian
General Assembly at Mobile, it stated, as CUES
ton worthy of the prompt action of Christians, that
many of the blacks were apsing into heathenism since
their emancipation. Obi-worship is reviving among
them, and several cergymen gave examples of it that
had come under their notice, in instance the rite
consisting Of dance around kettle il which we're
boiling snakes and toads.
Well, let them lapse. Without wishing to be par
tcularly severe upon the and brother, it makes
precious little difference what form his "reeious sem
timents may take. His only idea of the Christian
religion is singing, shouting and'tearing up dirt-bo
ing toads is no worse, except on the toads.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Radicals tell Us there will be no election till
November Yet they meet in convention and nomi
nate candidates for all the State offices. Whv is tbs
1t is certainly taking rather early start in the race
Don't be misled Conservatives, nor thrown off your
guard Select suitable persons for candidates and he
ready for the contest 1t is more than probable that
but little time will be given in which to effect organ
saton after the election is ordered The Radicals arc
already organised. Henderson Times, Both ult.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Snow Ball, kin YOU inform dis grand juror why
late froman is like de State OBJ Lussanner?" II gbs
up dat queshun niger" Kase ones got mouth for
and de oder's got Yarmouth! /" Yah, yah you
town niggers too sharp for liz country felers."
We found slip containing the above table
this morning. Do not know the perpetrator thereof
But hope he is doing well as could be expected.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Governor Senter in his speech at Athens, Tenn,
said that registrar had been would be removed
by him, who would execute the duties of his Office
faithfully in accordance with the law and the late de-
cision Of the Supreme Court; but very plainly init
mated if they did not he would remove them
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The contract for getting out the tmhers and bua
the trestes the extension OF the sonthern Pacific
railroad, west Of Marshall has been given by the civil
engineer, l. W. Richards, to Messrs. Sam Cundiff r.
smaiiey and b . Alexander. This looks like the
'heans BUSINESS Harrison Flag,
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Sulphur Springs Gazette says The time is near
by when it will require stout heart and brazen face
lost to shame for any citizen of Texas to say am
Radical.
So mote it be
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

THE BALLOON AGAIN-The rain on Sunday having
prevented the balloon ascension, Monsieur L. Bo1s
will certainly go up" On Saturday, the 10th nst
"rain or shine The money paid for tickets on Sun
day was refunded
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

A QUESTION Will not the new method Of making
ice, account of which give in this ISSUE revolu
tonise the beef packing business in Texas and indeed
in Brazil likewise Instead of waiting for cold weather.
when cattle become comparatively poor why may the
beef not be packed in summer when they are in fine
condition, thus gaining in both quality and quantity
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

CoNvIcrs THE following prisoners yesterday
sent down Baton Rouge by the sheriff on the Selma
They were convicted the last term of the District
Court: James Morton, twelve months, for larceny;
George McCune, twelve months, for larceny; Jacob
Sherman (coIored, eighteen months, for burglary and
larceny; Turner Markham, (coIored), twelve months
for horse stealing Ben StrbIing, (eoored six months
for larceny
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

ST. VIhCENT's ACCIDENTAL distribution OF prizes
is to take place the Academy at nine o'clock Thurs
day morning the 9Th inst This will be an interest
ing little episode and doubt the friends of the in
stitution generally will be gratifed to witness It,
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The death of Hon. Jacob Peck, for several years
one of the Supreme Judges of Tennessee, is an
nounced as having occurred at bis residence in East
Tennessee.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

ADVANTAGES OF THE RA1LRoAD.-We are indebted
to the kindness of Mr.. Haymakeure, book-keeper for
Messrs. Durham & Horr for the following report of
the business done by the railroad for the week ending
3Oh June When we take into consideration that the
business is over this exhibit is quite hattering
1t will be that planters well as merchants
vitality interested in the extension of this road The
calculation puts the cost Of hauling to and from Mar
shall at very low figures, and yet shows gain to the
planters of $9679S, the difference between railroad
and wagon transportation. Who, then, can be stupid
enough to suppose that railroads only an advantage
to towns and cities?
Business of Shreveport Office, in addition to down
frelghts
Freghts forwarded week ending June 80 lbs .545 900
Freight on same. ........ -. ....S 5000 % --
Tickets sold for week. ............. $50 90
-s2,388 02
Freight on 545 900 lbs. by wagons,say
SOC. per 100 pounds. s2,725 90
Cost of delay get. and damages. 272 90
--S2,997 90
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Georgetown, Kentucky, was recently visited by one
Of the most destructive fires that occurred in that
State. The lighted heavens were plainly visible at
Lexington. The value OF the buildings burned is esti-
mated at $500, 600
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Pacific INSURANCE CoMPANT.-It will be seen by
their advertisement that Messrs. Kline & Phelps as
agents for the above saunch and reliable company,
are prepared take fire and marine risks in this re-
gion Of country. The strength of the company is IN
questioned and its terms moderate be afforded
by any Institution of the kind Of the character and
standing of Messrs Kline Phelps in this community
where they best known it is useless for to speak.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The st. Louis Democrat (RadicaO taking BrownIow's
letter as the keynote urges upon the Radicals OF Mis-
souri, to adopt the same policy in that State as Brown
low recommends for Tennessee
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

a WELCOME NIsITANT.-On Sunday we were ia
Vored with what, under the circumstances, might be
termed magnificent rain. If it was gratifying to the
denl2ens OF the town, what visions of plenty and
gFeenbacks it must have brought to those planters who
were the recipients! And we are inclined to think
That the rain was general one and hence express the
belief that the hearts of planters are rejoicing with ex
ceedng JOY. The atmosphere has been made of a
haImy GOODNESS equal to the finest days of Spring.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

THE JEFFERSON TRIAL.-Ths trial progresses slowly.
Witnesses for the defense are yet being examined So
far as we could see there has been very ttle any,
reliable testimony the part of the prosecution against
the prisoners The evidence duplicating Afford seems
to be the most direct but even that is very much
mixed
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

IL" cypress posts for che telegraph are being taken
>.' '''' ''' cars daily The line is to run along the
"oNt'4o 'f"eS and battery placed at each station
Ne" WILT sufficient to reach Marshall is nov in Messrs
Burnhan 4 Horr's warehouse This will he on;ta or
Improvement upon the old STYLE
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Pleayune says this connndrum has been sent tc.
it" Which State has horse thief FOR Governor 9,
Give that up, but tie both hands behind US and
tell the flrst guess which State has Governor who
would be one if he were not too busly employed in q
more lucrative branch of the business
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

10. o.F-The following officers elected and an.
pointed were duly installed on the 4th inst, for the
ensuing term of Meth Lodge No 81, LOO.F: M. Kauf
man, Jr, N G.; Thos Byland, Y. G.; Moses Vein.
stock Secretary; Lous Wedenmann, Treasurer; Il.
hofmeiser, Warden; Ben Holman, Conductor
David Cooper, Guardian; H. zeigler R. s. N G.; Sol
Simon, L. s. n. G; N, j. Argo, r. s. v G. Elias Johns,
l., y. FG,; S, Geasty, R.SS; Jas s. HAYS, L.SS.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

GEo r. RFRTRAND.--At No. % Texas street may
be found as fine and cheap lot of furniture as was
ever brought TO this market. Give George fair trial,
and he win not dsappont you.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07
FROM HAVANA

HAVANA, July 6.--Steamer Louisiana arrived Sun
day. Number Of torpedoes found in coal at city gas
works.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

FACE TO FACE.-In case of the election of a Demo-
cratic Legislature in Tennessee, it is more than prooa
BILE that Johnson will be elected to the United States
Senate In that event he and old Brownlow will be
brought in contact upon the floor of the Senate We
may expect to see the fur fly. Let her fly. For our
part we don't very much who gets the worst
fnrrna
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Inc advertisement Of Preston W Eyre. will be
Fooh0 elsewhere. He is skillfal and faithful MACH
hs ana will give ample satisfaction to those PATRONS
ing MIN, We know him, aud speak By the card.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Susan Denim is playing Leah !" in London Many
of our readers will remember Susan, who had an en-
gagement at our onehorse theatre in 1859 Or 1860.
Shreveport had another representative in Europe, in
the person of the ilustrous Menkin. We have never
given the place merited credit as nursery of the art
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

BREADS THE CoSsEoUEscEs.-It is said that in Scot
land about one mother in eightywo bears twins and
one in 1856 ripets friend who had an idea of taking
bis family there thinking it barren country is alarmed
ct the prospect-thinks it would just be his luck to
come in under the nine thousand three hundred and
ffty-si1th clause.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Alexandria Democrat has just entered its twenty
fifth year. May il aud it's sterling editor 1--we thou
sand
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

n'SSlER PARiSH.-L. E. Raspberry, State tax coee
"r 'oF bosseF parish, notifies taxpayers to meet him
81 the following named r;ots Il under penalty of in
terest accrung Oh tie one per cent tax y: Red Land
July 80, 10; Colnsburg, y, Is. IA; Rocky Mount
~ It" Benton 49, 20; Mrs, Gains, "a, % Fillmore
20 ~ Tom MERGERS Store %, %; Atkins landing
30 81 %
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

PEI. FRANK-Having provided himself with ev-
cry article of jcwcry, &c. is anxious to confer taVors
upon the public generally by selling them cheap as
dirt If he should not be able to please them in the
ewelry line he certainly can in the way of fine Ha-
vana cigar Call and see He exhibits himself daily
TeXnS
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line of bushes

The CHILDREN.-The great Boston Peace Jubilee
lsnta circumstance compared to the school childrens
jubilee at this time. "Vacation' What world of
fun and heartmelody does the word foretell! Profess
sor8 williamson, Ford and Thatcher, having taken their
pupils through the trying ordeal of strict examina
ton in which parents and teachers were alike grated
and the latter well repaid for months Of patient and
faithful toll, launched them into a sea of pleasure by
announcing the close of the session and the beginning
OF welcome vacation. But not alone do our Shreve-
port children rejoice as uncaged birds throughout the
entire South may the dear little ones smiles be seen
and their joyous laughter be heard, making music in
MONIES and along meandering brooks. Happy child
mood! What care they for the one per cent tax, or
the fifteenth amendment
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

The Golden Era it must be remembered, leaves for
the city to-day She is saunch light draught, feet of
foot and her officers attentive and reliable.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

TENNEssEE.--Tha canvass in Tennessee is waxing
warmer and warmer as the fight progresses. Some of
the Radical papers charge Senter with having sold
himself to the Democratic party Well, hasn't Stokes
sold himself the devil long ago? So, to bargain
and sale Senter has done decidedly the best and
genteel thing. The Democratic papers sangaine
of Senter's success.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

n. SUTHFRLAND-Havng remodeed his store and
fitted it up generally is prepared to furnish customers
with any article in the fancy and staple dry goods and
grocery line at the most reasonable rates. Spending
most of his time in St. Louis and the Eastern Cities
he has facilities for purchasing the most advantage
GUS terms, and will sell correspondingly He may be
Cnnnd at No 20 Texas street.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

LooNEy CorSNs.-These gentlemen, both of large
experience in the L" leather business" have formed
copartnership and can be found Milan street, two
doors from the eVee Their stock of saddlery, har-
ness, &c, is complete, and they are determined to
merit the patronage and confidence of the riding and
driving public Mr. L0oney was the late partner in
the we'll known firm of Looney, Buckner & Co., and
Mr. Cousins is young of ample experience in his
line of business
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

PHILIP ALLEN, Agent, Mansfield, Louisiana:
Mr. f. c. Fo2T is duly authorised agent for Lew
isyilie Arkansas.
Taos MCINTYRE, of New Orleans, is our only duly
authorized agent to receive subscriptions and adver-
tisements in that city.
Mr.. JOHN G. LoYE, Minden, La. s duly authorized to
receipt for subscriptions.
Mr. r. L. LowERT, StarrVille, is duly authorised to
receive and receipt for subscriptions in Smith county,
Texas and the counties surrounding.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Inc horrible rumor reaches that the one hundred
thousand dollar Craig had engaged herself eleven Of
Inc Twelve Jarymen who gave her the money
Exchange.
suits - p''
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

Mr. Enders has opened new furniture store, on
Milan street. near the postofice, and having just re-
ceived large and well selected stock feels confident
that be satisfy the most fastdlous taste elher IN
quantity of goods in price Competition is the life
Of trade and he and Bertrand have parted company
they will both no doubt sell cheaper than ever before.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

WE CAN'T SEE Ir.-A friend suggests the impolcy
of our having written something that might have
dency to deter Northern mechanics from coming to
this region. What that something is we cannot posi-
bly, imagine. 1t might be discovered with Moss large
telescope but certainly is not visible to the naked
eye, " leastwise' not to ours.
On the contrary, this paper has all along expressed
desire for mechanics capitalists from the North to
settle among us. They will be heartily welcomed and
the in business of thousands of this class who
have settled in the South is sufficient guaranty that
their presence is not undesired No. it is only to the
advent of carpebaggers that we are opposed-men
who fatten upon turmoil and strife between white and
black, and feel earthly interest in the prosperity of
the country. We think if our friend will examine the
files of the paper he will find that he has mistaken our
position entirely We may have made some appeal
to the Southern people to endeavor to work out their
SALVATION but this did not necessarily imply that
we would reject aid in the accomplishment of that
end, from whatever source it night come.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

THE MEAT QUEsTIoN.-It seems that the butchers of
New Orleans have rather got the better of the slaughter
house company At all events peace again reigns in
Warsaw, 3hereat the readers of the city papers must
rejoice mnchly.
The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1869-07-07

See notice Of lost spectacIes in another column.