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The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1870-04-28
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A CAB ID.

Doctor s. X. Mcclellan g. Son have taken the
Office lately occupied by p 8. Arndt, M. D.. and
will be found there during business hours. when
not otherwise professionally engaged We will
keep on hand a small assortment OF medicine for
the accommodation Of patients. and Will furnish to
order the most approved Nasal Douches and rnedi
cine for the treatment of CataIrh IN accordance
with the latest discoveries in medical science.
N B. All persons indebted to the subscriber
will please call and settle by note cash. go that
can close my Individual a. coul:s. hs
Kenosha, July LIST, 1869.
eff 8. r. MCCLELLAN.
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WHAT is DIRTs-Old DR.. Cooper of s. c.,
used to say to his students, Don't belafraid
of little dirt, young gentlemen. What is
dirtf Why, nothing at all offensive, when
chemically viewed. Rub little alkali on
that dirty grease spot on your coat, and it
undergoes a chemical change, and becomes
Dap Now rub it with little WAGER, and it
disappears ; it is neither grease, soap, water,
nor dirt, Everything you call dirt is worthy
of notice, as students OF chemistry. Analyze
it 1t viii separate into very clean elements.
Dirt makes corn, corn makes bread and meat,
and they make sweet young lady that saw
one of you kissing last night. So after all
you were kissing dirt, particularly if she WIFI
tens her skin with chalk or Fuller's earth.
There is no telling what is Dirt $3.50
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1870-04-28

1t is reported in Iowa that one of the
members of the State House of Repre-
sentatiyes will marry lis pretty lady en-
crossing clerk at the end of the session.
Mr.. Shakespeare has just been selected
over twenty eight competitors as organist
of st. Marylebone Church London. He
can "discourse most excellent music.
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1870-04-28

WE. the druggists of Kenosha call the attention
OF our customers to the letters published below Of
the wonderful cflacacy of DIR. RoBAcK's Stomach
Bitters DR.. RoBACK's Scandinavian Blood Purin
er, and DR.. RoBAck's Scandinavian Blood Pills
We have been selling these medicines long enough
to know that they are all they recommends ed tn
De, ado that the certicates of cures published
true. Csigned] Fl. E. CLARK,
j. STARKwEArHER.
Rad the following letter from
2e oF tie Oldest cad nsnss
retad6le grocery merchants ~
tAe city Of Dnvenport.
FRIEND WALTON:
Agreealply 70 ns,
promise 10 yon wfs<si
here, 4 write Won, for
publication il you see
proper, a true state
ne'pt OF the good Of
tect> Of R0bach' :
Stomach Bitters upt,tt
myself. 4 had been
troubled with ineli-
gestiOn for a lol'.%;.
time, attended with
severe heada che,par.-
ticularly aftereatin@,
when fortunately MI
old soldier friend
came into the store
ndrecOmmended me
to use ROback's Bit
ters. | did SO by taxi
ingasmall wine-glass
full just before eacn
meal, andto my great
joy l was relieved at
once, and am now
well by their use. |
would not be without
them at any price. |
have not taken any
other medicine since
/ commenced using
the Bitters. And Z
can say with a clear
conscience. try Ro-
backs Bitters-they
will do all they are
recommended to do
If taken according
to directions.
Yours truly,
FRANK H. MILLER,
Of the firm. of Beideback & Miller,
Wholesale Grocers, Davenport,
Iowa.
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Circuit Confidently Of KcnOsha.

The state of Wisconsin
To LYDIA sellon. You are hereby summones
AID required to answer the complaint Of ZalmoI
G simmons which will be filed in the Office OF III,
clerk of the Circuit Court for Kenosha county a
his Office in the city OF Kenoeha, and to eerve
COPY Of your answer On at our "fice In the city
and county of Kenosha, and State OF Wisconsin,
within twenty days after the service hereof. exclu
sve of the day Of such service; and II VOC fan Il
answer the complaint Ms aforesaid the said Zalmoi
G. Simmons will apply TO the Court for The relic
demanded In the complaint. Dated Jan. nth 1870
HEAD d QUARLEs. Pit ffs Att'ys.
6w35 Kenosha, Wisconsin
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THE BIBLE IN SCHooLs.-The wave
circles of discussion obont the Bible in
schools are gradually spr, aiding more
widely from the centre IF that Cincinnati
decision. Not few ministers of unim-
peached orthodoxy take the ground of
Mr.. Beecher, and are willing to let the
Bible drop ont of the secular schools. 1t
is singular that while some are insisting
here that this formal reading should be
maintained, we should learn of the Turks
that schools can flourish in wlfioh the
rights of all sects are respected and there
no attempt to teach any kindaof relig-
ion. The Ottoman Lyceum In CONSTANT
nople, in which Christian, Jewish and
Moslem children are admitted on equal
terms, and neither the Koran or the BIZ
bic Is taught, is q proved success The
number of pupils in tins Institution,
already considerable, is steadily increas-
ing. From Benares, in India, the sacred
city of the Prahmins, we learn also of a
project for theological school like that
which James Freeman Clarke proposed
for Cambridge, in which all religions
shall he taught and criticized; church
and school of "TruIsm," to be at once
Pagan, Moslem and Christian, and give
to all fair hearing. 1t would be sngu.
lar if Paganism should prove itself to be
more catholic aud comprehensive IN its
scope of religious knowledge than the
most enlightened branch of the Church.
Req. CHI. Brigham an Christian Register.
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THE WISCONSIN RIVER The Congress
sional Committee having in charge the
appropriations for rivers and harbors,
have recommended an appropriation OF
100000 for commencing the work Of In
proving the Wisconsin river, on he plan
of building wing dams, dredging, &C.,
fitting the river at all stages Of water for
the passage of barges and light draft
steamboats,.
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1870-04-28

INDIAN DAvENPoRTs. The rope-tying act
YVES done by the Indians ofthe Upper Mlssou-
ri long before either Hartz or Davenports
were born. A gentleman residing in Alton,
who spent many years as an Indian traderin
the Yellow Stone regions, states that the As
sinibon tribe were remarkably skillful at this
"spiritual manifestation" The chief Medi-
cine Man would allow himselfto be stripped
and tied at es cry JOINT, from toes to neck,
with buffalo thongs, then rolled in buffa o
robe and tied third time, until he was ap-
parently as helpless as log. He was then
placed in small tent, surrounded by specta-
tors, and an Indian drum, flute and q gourd
of wafer laid by his side. Within three min
utes the sound of the drum and flute would
be heard, and in five minutes the Indian
would walk out Un;rammeled.
The Kenosha telegraph. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1860-1888, 1870-04-28

The Western Monthly for April contains a
sketch of Mr.. John G. Whittier, which in
cludes the following letter from the poet to
Mr. John Neal dated in 1928:
"MY DEAR NEAL-You dislike-I believe
you do at least-the blank verse of onr mod
ern poets and poetesses. Nevertheless, send
you long string of it If you don't like it,
say so privately. and TtoiR quit poetry and en-
ergtting else ora literary nature !: for | am sick
at heat of the business. Insult has madden
ed me. The friendess boy has been Knocked
at, and years ago he vowed to triumph over
the scorners of his boyish endeavors With
the unacceptable sense of wrong burning like
a volcano in the recesses of his spirit he has
striven to accomplish this vow, until his
heart has grown weary of the struggle.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02
Personal

In reply to the numerous letters received
by the editor of this paper from members
elect to the Legislature and others, re
questirg him to become a candidate for
the Chief Clerkship of the Senate, and
for another Office within the gift of the
General Assembly, he desires it to be IN
derstood that he will not be candidate
for either one or any other.
He appreciates the Partially in which
his services are held, and is gratifed for
the kindly feelings expressed towards him
personally, but he must respectfully de-
cline the proposals of his friends.
The Conservative victory has indeed
been very great. but the contest is-not yet
over. He has no time now to stop in the
midst of his labors to rest upon the ad-
vantages obtained in the present cam
paign. He prefers to remain at his post,
to prepare for other and greater victories,
where be believes his services will be
moro beneficial to his party.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02

The Raleigh Standard copies the follow
ing false statement from the Washington
Chronicle. in regard to the Conservative
Celebration in this city:
The Oonserva tives, so-calIed, of North Caro-
lima, seem bound to make the most of their sue
GEES, whatever that may have been, at the late
celebration was gotten up at Wilmington in
honor OF the election Of u Democrat over two Re-
publicans in the Third Congressional district.
Every opponent of Republicanism was of course
sons assembled. Colonel Robert Cowan made
the address of welcome, and from persons present
we learn that the scene reminded them of what
occurred frequently III 1861, when it was sup
posed in that latitude that Yankees would not
fight There was the rebel flag displayed, and
there were some of the same men under it,
Colonel Cowan growing eloquent with HE sub
jec t, said in substance, 'the principles which we
rejoice over tonight are the same as those for
which George Washington died and Jefferson
Davis suffered!" sympathetic individual in
the crowd at this uncture called for three cheers
for "Jef Davis" and the old Cayotte yell made
the welkin ring.
These facts we have from reliable authority,
and we merely give them publicity to let our
readers know who has gained the victory IN that
State.
In the procession formed on the above oc-
casion, We reliably informed, that only two
colored men, to their credit be it said took part
One of these WAS drunk and the other was
locked up the next day to answer for a heinous
offense.
There is no single statement in the ar
ticle true. We suppose at least eight
thousand persons took part in the Cele-
bration. The National flag waved over
the Conservative Head-Q Quarters, and a
number of them were borne in the pro-
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02
Negroes In Congress.

The colored Republicans of the South
seem determined to be represented in the
next Congress. The defeat Of Harris i'll
the Raleigh District, gives them no mem
Der from this State. They were cheated
out of one i'll the Second Congressional
District, for com prising nine tenths of the
entire Radical vote in that District, they
had the right to claim one OF the two Cor
gressmeu TO be elected.
In South Carolina J. H. Rainey, color
ed, is the Radical candidate III the First
District II. Q. DeLlrge, colored, in the
Second District r. B. Elliott, colored, III
the Third District. The first two will
doubtless be elected.
In Florida Josiah IT, Wall, colored, is
the Republican candidate for Congress.
Florida is entitled 10 only one, and we
suppose Wall will be elected.
We have not heard whether III Arkansas,
Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas and Alaba-
ma, there are any negro candidates, but
we suppose there are, and some probably
will be elected. 49,.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02

that certain influential members OF the Republi-
can party would be faithful TO their promises TO
vote for the removal OF my disabilities. have no
reason,to believe that they could accomplish it.
have no expectation and no hope Of relief uptii
Congress shall pass an act of universal amnesty
With these views and feelings, while have NO
desire to thrust my opinions on any one, have
felt that your article has made 1t incumbent
on mo TO express them, and to AK OF youa re-
specially but positively, to withdrew my nAms
from the position In which you have placed It.
do SO With perfect sincerity, and without any
desire to dictate to the General Assembly. or to
interfere with the claims OF those distinguished
gentlemen whose names have been mentioned in
the same connection. shall be perfectly con-
tent to be represented by any one Of them.
In conclusion, gentlemen, thank you again
for the compliment you have paid me, and es-
pecially for the fattering language in which you
have goen fit to express the compliment. de-
sire, also to thank my friends Of that entire sec
ton, of whom you say that am the unanimous
choice" If it be true that. in their judgment,
have "contributed much" to the great and glori
GUS victory have wOn-A victory which in
wolves the interests, and the rights, and the
liberties ofthe people of the entire Union-then
am content. I ask for, and desire. nothing
more, With great respect, L am.
Very sincerely, yours. &C., -
RoB'T 81. CowAN.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02
BY TELEGRAPH !
HABERS CORPUS.
THE TREASURER ENJOISED THE
GRAND OVATION.
RALEIdH. Aug. Is


The Treasurer and Paymaster have been en-
Joined by Judge Mitchell from paying Holden's
soldiers.
Josiah Turner, editor of the Sentinel, Judge
Kerr, Hon. 8. P. Hill and other prisoners re-
Gently released were received this afternoon at
the North Carolina Railroad depot by an immense
crowd of citizens. The Procession of mounted
men and earrisges, decorated with flowers,
marched through the principal streets. The
widest enthusiasm prevailed. The ladies waved
handkerchiefs and the pcople cheered.
The Procession halted before the Court House,
whore speeches were delivered.
During Senator Robbins' speech, three cheers
were given by ex-Confederate soldiers for the
American 1ag held in their hands.
On arrival of the train q National Salute was
fired in honor of the Prisoners, Judge Brooks
and Hdbeds Corpus.
A large number Of colored persons participated
in tho ovation.
The best of order prevailed throughout.
All the speakers counsoled moderation and
Cancellation.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02

cession. Colonel CowAN made no refer
ence TO the principles for whiclr- JEFFER-
SON DAVIS suffered. No cheers were called
or given for "Jeff. Davis" large mum
Der of colored men took part in the pro-
ceedings, and behaved themselves with
decorum and dignity, and hundreds OF
them listened with earnestness and with
approval to the speeches of Colonel CowAN
and others who addressed the multitude
that night. . "a. a.. r sss-s .s.l-,.ss a.
The Washington Chronicle had re-
porter present, or person who was rep
resented By Republicans here to be fe-
porter Of that paper, and therefore it was
unnecessary and dishonest to publish IN
authorized rumors of what those present
told about what was said and done.
There is one consolation, that the publ
cation of these statements in the Chronicle,
and their appearance in the Standard.
furnishes no evidence of their truth.
Neither of these papers are now trusted
by the more respectable organs of the
Republican party of the North. ~ -.
The necessities of the party are great,
indeed. when its official organs must lend
their columns to such base SANDERS to keep
alive the prejudices of the Northern masses
against the people of the South.
Considering the vast crowd and the ex
icitement and enthusiasm Of the occasion
there was never a more peaceful or order
| ~ celebration. Some of the more ignorant
and preiudiced negroes, excited with liquor
and bad connsels, followed the procession
with oaths and insults, and others went sc
far as to throw stones which, in severa
instances, inflicted severe injuries. Blu
this conduct was borne with patiently, ar6
the injured parties have sought redress be-
fore tho Courts. While it may be danger
Gus to repeat these insults and attacks
upon similar occasion, the CONSERVATIVES
acted with the greatest forbearance.
The misrepresentation and malignitJ
with which their urexceptionable conduct
has been treated by Northern Radica
papers will not tend to confirm the opin
ion that the forbearance of the Conserva-
tives on that occasion was judiciously exer
cised, nor will it be calculated to impress
them with the p0Etcy OF again submitting
to insults and injuries in order that nt
ground for misrepresentation might occur
| We are fully persuaded, however, tina
our recent victory and its results, including
the Grand Celebration in this city, viii
break down most of the political barrier
between the whites and blacks. We have
already seen many of them fade away be
fore the truths which are now appearing
to the colored people for the first time
And when the beneficial results of wis
and wholesome laws, and an honest AM
economical administration of the Stat
Government, are felt by every man il
North Carolina, without regard to his pol
tiles, his race or his occupation, these bar
riers will entirely disappear, and the col
ored man will give his support to the par
ty where his interests lead him, uninfu
enced by prejudices or false hopes.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02
Murder OF stephens-Ths Ku-KIux.

The length of the proceedings before
Chief Justice Pearson is not equal to their
interest ard Importance. We therefore
continue to give them in full, to the ex-
clusion of much other matter.
We trust all will read the evidence pub
lished to-day. It not only exonerates Mr..
Wiley, whose innocence has never been
doubted by those who know his character
as a man, but establishes the fact, we
think, beyond doubt, that Stephens was
murdered after dark, by those who were
with him at the Radical meeting at the
school house, and his body taken into the
room in which it was found, after the box
had been placed at the window by his
brothers and others in their search for
him or he was murdered after the
adjournment of the meeting, in the passage
of the Court House, or possibly in the
room in which his body was found, the
door then bolted, the murderers escaping
through the window, with the guilty
knowledge of those professedly watching
for them. For, at five o'clock in the after
noon, after Wiley and most of the people
in attendance upon the Conservative meet
ing lad gone home, or were preparing to
go, Stephens was seen going to the
school house where a Radical meeting was
being held, AMI the door of the room in
which his body 8as subsequently found
was ajar, one Of the witnesses Branch
Pinnix) pushing it open in searching for a
gentleman.
Hlo Nnrfln t Ion az
showing on what slim foundation Governor
Holden declared war upon the people of
| Caswel This does not seem to be trial to
| fasten the murder of Stephens upon Mr..
Wiley, but to show that there is such an
! organization a. the Ku-Klux, in order, we
suppose, to affect the recent elections in
| this State. It appears that there is no
secret political organization of any kind in
that county. There may be combination
of some sort among the young and more
thoughtless, to punish negroes and others
for the crimes they were committing
seemingly without fear Of punishment at
the hands of Radical magistrates and Judge
| TOurgee.
Months before the murder of Stephens,
anticipating the condition OF affairs which
| has since been brought about, We pro-
posed that Judge Mitchell, Judge Buxton
or Judge Russell be permitted to exchange
circuits with Tourgee, and that all the
troubles in that judicial district would
end. There was Il want of confidence in
the honesty and integrity of Judge
Tourgee, which We were Satisfied was we'll
founded, ard which We thought would
lead to serious difficulties. We suggested
an easy and, we believed, a certain remedy
therefor Had our advice been followed
these combinations, if they do exist, aud
if there are reasons for iheir formation,
would have been disbanded. The causes
which lead to the combinations of citizens
for mutual defence and Profession disap-
pear before a just and firm administration
of the laws.
Was there an honest desire upon the
part of Governor Holden to avoid the
troubles which threatened -
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1870-09-02
AFTERNOON SESSION.

The Chief Justice resumed his seat upon
the Bench at o'clock p. m.
Ruf1in Hill (col) testified that Joe Wo-
mack, on Tuesday morning after Stephens
was killed, told him that he saw Mr.:
Wiley, Logan Totten, Capt Jas. Mitchell
and three others who he did not know
come out of the room where the murder
was committed. tine rest of his testimony
is unimportant.)
LBenj. Shaw (col.) was examined. His
testimony was unimportant.
Judy Robinson testified that about 3
o'clock or sooner she was in HARRISON IS
store There was cheap of folks in
there passing backward and forwards
Saw Mr.. Wiley come in. He pulled off
his hat and seemed to be hot. Somebody
asked him if he had been running, and he
said, ''no, havn't been running. but
worse" Rest of testimony irrevelant.
Court then adjourned until o'clock
tomorrow morning.