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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-05

and with Improvement IN character would follow in
prove nent legislation, altogether . contamination
devoutly TO be wished Tie Committee on Electoral
and Representative Reform IN the Illinois constitutional
Convention reported few days since In favor Of the now
system proposing article for the Constitution TO
voted by the state. The article provides for the
division of the State into three member districts Repre-
sentative and Senatorial and for the free vote above
set forth IL also contemplates enlarged Senate and
House Of Representatives tho former to consist OF not
less than ST. the latter OF not less than 1853 members and
makes provision for additional members called hoaters
in Of certain amount Of surplus population In Sen
storal Representative districts. The Committee In
their report instance remarkable statistical facts regard
Ing the mpefeotop Of the present system OF voting and
representation Che last legislative election in the state
OF Illinois she that tho first sc Legislative districts
elected members OF the House with total majority oil
l90o Ind that the remainder OF the state elected w
bers by total majority Of 1000 and this tappears
nat 1000 votes elected majority Of the House. whe
the remaining s27 900 in the State elected MINOR
ity It is possible says the report for our party to elect
all the members OF the Legislature although its majority
In the State ia comparatively small II for any cause the
Republican party should gain 1000 5000 votes from the
Democrats in Southern Illinois, and the latter should
gain from the former 5000 or 1900 In Northern ILLINOIS,
the Republicans would elect with half dozen excep
tions the entire legislature Notwithstanding their ma
ioty in the whole State would be cut down $1,000 votes
III
in each of certain Republican districts they would secure
the Legislature although in minority OF 10000 or 10000
in the State 1t fact that In Illinois for the past 10
years about Republicans in the southern portion OF
the State have been practically without representation
in the Legislature, and the same Ia true OF almost az
MANY Democrats in the northern half Of the State For
half generation the State has been represented py sec
tons instead OF districts The proposed new
article viii OF prevent any repetition
Of past elective abuses, aud provide against
the occurrence in the future Of others that are pos
sibe. The Committee ask that 1t mall be submitted
10 the people in the following attractive form Totally
Representation and an Unrestricted Ballot" While the
new system not likely to meet with favor at the hands
Of ruling parties state legislation, it must be ad
mtted fair system by all. The question OF its adoption
at the present time would perhaps involve considera
lions of expediency which might properly postpone
immediate change theoretically, however, there can
be no doubt OF the justice and equyof the new plan Oh
the Free Vote.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-05

o,c IN ,,oato nm institution OF the Middle Ages when
appeared 20 them the most odons An Event II in
parody OF the Inqnisiton. We calno osr
Fraprc as IL is the germ OF arbitrary power
And since 1882 il has not existed IN frahce' -
iug to Great Britain, where an income 'aA va thus.
such taxes are besides most unpSRuia nanstion
,n,o the AFFAIRS OF Individual az from ,ne that
co mnch h this the case that we are wen 1es on incomes
the raising y, ~ Io much greater BURDEN anu no Co
really be far more injurious tnan . " I"
or 90 900 by our present '"A', In 1872 do
clared that this tax should 10
Lord Jonn osr q, the opinion that rregularty
vexation and fraud were innefeh' !" Wv
tax" h;s Inv
:" as doing more than any other tax 10 u''H'''
corrupt the country liz. TOW Huh
and lin 1861, chasing this tax as direct TAX u'
bard .-.,.ss,onaI gains
.remarks upon the injustice OF taxing i'm ira nature
and concludes that the Income sc source Of pub
o "My principal objection 70 ne ncoms
FORM OF the MN urges tss and
seved and reinyested is twice taxed onco %
no,her time "a interest OF the income inVesteu
The inequality of the tax tondividuals IL Is uh-
here to state after the frequent
of it by The TRIBUNE.
Another consideration has been very aDiy preSSou
bv the fact that in South Carolina an income tax was
imposed on the National securities. 1t was the pre-
cursor of notification. It was an attempted null,i-
cation The Supreme Court, Marshall Its voice, DC
clared that this taxing the income of Nationai Sc
ourity was simply mode of taxing and opposing
tbe power of the Government to borrow money
The importance of avoiding the distinction upon
which this attempt was made grows in magnitude
as it is approached Admit it, and the supremacy OF
the Constitution and of the laws made IN pursuance
of il are abandoned. In the words OF MARSHALL:
"a mower which Is given by the whole Amer ri,sh
peope for their common good which Is 10 20 @
NJ tic most critical period, for the most ~,
noses on the free exercise OF which the INTERESTS. coi
tainy perhaps the liberty Of the whole may oepeho
be brdened impeded, il not arrested Dy any VI VIC
organized parts OF the confederacy"
Beware. gentlemen of Congress, beware how you
stand upon this question The objection TO q re-
newal of this act rests upon much stronger GROUND
practically than any here mentioned But It sufhcet
to show now its usurpaton of the Constituton-ano
of usurpation it may be most try said:
"Mobiitate viget- wires que acquirit erndo
II crows by its motion-and gains strength by each
advance. '0'
Hesc- York, March l. 1870.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-05

An original letter just published for the first
time, gives interesting glimpses Of the habits and
opinions OF the Father Of his Country While the Federal
City was building, the Legislature OF Pennsyya voted
the President house hoping perhaps keep the OF
government in Philadelphia. The house formerly
pied the University OF Pennsylvania accordingly
built for that purpose. But soon as Gen Washing
saw us dimensions, and good while before 1t was
hnshed he let 1t be known that he would not OCCUPY it
that he certainly should not 20 TO the expense of purchas
ing suitable furniture for such dwelling, and hired in
stead o modest but comfortable residence.
me President ate Indian cakes for breakfast after the
Virginia fashion. although buckwheat cakes were geper
ally on the table Washngtons dining parties were en-
day, for company, vas Thursday. and his dining
hour WAS always o'clock in the afternoon, His
rule was TO allow i've minutes for the variation
OF clocks and watches and then to the table be pres
ent or absent whoever might He kept his clock in
the hall, Just within the outward door and alwavs W
actly regulated. when tagging members of Congress
In they often did after the guests had sat down
10 dinner the Presidents only apology WAS "Gentiemen
Tor SRI, too punctua for you. have cook who
asks whether the company has come whether
the hour has come" He always di In a suit of
black his hair powdered and tied IN black Queue he
with nimtable grace. Mrs. Washington often but not
always dned with the company, sat at the head OF the
table and IT, occasionally the case. there were
other ladies present, they sat each side OF her. The
President sat half from the head to the foot OF the
table, and that side he would place MIRA Washington
though distant from him, his night hand lie always
unless q clergyman were present asked blessing In q
both to ask blessing aud TO return tbanls
after dinner.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-05
THE STEAM CoLLIRRs-JUsTICE TO THE NJ
JECTOR.


TO the Editor Of The fr'o"he'
SIR: In your issue of this date my atte ioa
is called to an article headed 'our ooaslhg i'a0
Introduction OF steam Golfers IL is pul Ia" 10
credit of this enterprise successfully started shoa
given 70 him 10 whom il belongs, In accordance WI W
serintural Injunction That the aborer is worthy "
hire" LA
The iron screw golfers. Rattlesnake, centous
Achilles. Hercules, Panther. and Leopard. wetrs
,ected. named and constructed under my superseS
ence. and managed by myself from the inception ~
enterprise up 10 the 18th Of January. 1870 IN o's
1se7 conceived and projected this fleet OF ships
the understanding that II should be in.roass ~ ph
Of 10 SAIL; after many trials carried ,brou6n W spd
AMY tie first division 0f the Meet as soove ha ss
nm the IgLh OF June 1869, the RatteshaAe coer NC,
~ Al tri, ON the Delaware River, as per lncloset
non, Tks Pb,lfdslDhG Worth American. dh@ GdreL I'll,
In establi.hing this enterprise. nave been TT,ha
scconded by Warren Dclauo, esq, OF this CITY "a
srncLer eso' OF Philadelphia, and Josiah Bardwt "a
az Rostou AS usual with all great undertakings o-se
fnr pnblic good, the originator or founder. whi~crx
ntng Others Is geheray ouI ~, p".N' ana ei Of
eeption u inns 1 a, Arch
hold who built these ships. under my suPcrint Lii
Tor their attention and cooperation, hut claim
OF Introducing iron steam golfers IN the 49,
coastug trade NALWOktii ID,
Nee. iork, Feb. %. 1870.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-05

South Pass Iowa. has passed through trying
scene which was nothing less than that OF the drst
judicial proceedings in this country presided over by
woman; II was case Of prosecution against county
Official for the recovery Of tine aud the pIoeeedipe va
commenced before Mrs. l.. Morris the newly anpontSd
Jsstice OF the Peace. The courtroom was crowded and
Jnsticess, motifs presided with mnch dignity She
dismissed the the ground that sle being the
successor Of the accused herself could not with pTopiey
try the case as being party Interested She IS thoug
20 have shown great delicacy OF feeling in
whether technically correct Or not
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

bridge across the Missouri rive. At Omaha and
Council Bluffs passed the House Of Represcn-
tatives at Washington yesterday, with an
amendment requiring the construction spans
to be thirty feet in width. The report of the
Senate Committee favors the repeal Of special
revenue tax on boats, barges, fats. etc.
The river reporters ofthe 81. Louis papers il is
said engaged tug and started down the river
Yesterday to meet the Natchez, and returned
to st. Louis at dark, reporting that the
hatcher must have broken some of her ma
chinery. being unaware that she met and
passed them while they were going through
an island chute. Their surprise on being in
formed Of her arrival can be better imagined
than told.
Yesterday st. Louis Democrat says the
Pauline Carroll will leave that port to-day
with the Natehez, and will also leave New Or
leans on her return trip with the Natchez, but
forgets to add IF she gets there in time"
A log chain was parted on Capt. Davidson's
new boat Saturday when she was launched at
Cincinnati.
Major John d. Adams will return to this
city on Sunday next from business trip to
Little Rock. 4iaI
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ticularly distinguished themselves, and
all the others performed their parts re
markably well. bHf ie9s
After the sacred song, ave Marie, .
by the little ones; the chorus, Might
shade No Longer" the duet, ''Mazourka
DIES Traneau;p and the solo, by Miss K.
Cooper, Of Don't Let the Roses Listen
the distribution of medals for superior
merit, good conduct and intelligence,
took place While this was going on
we walked into the reception-room and
looked at the many specimens of needle
work and painting executed by the pu-
pills of the Academy. The duet, Home,
Sweet Home, and the speaking Of the
epilogue by little Mamie Lucas, closed
the long and brilliant entertainment.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

NoTIcE TO TRAvELERs.-We have just
received q large assortment of gentle
mems sole-leather trunks and vaises;
also, very large assortment of ladies
travelling trunks, and an endless variety
of travelling bags of all kinds, We will
offer from this day great inducements in
summer cashmere suits. We are de-
termined to sell at very reduced rates.
Our stock is very complete in all kinds
of gentlemen's wear. Call and examine
our stock. [l03] ]. W. SNEED & Co.
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RIVER INTELLIGENCE.


]
Belle ST. Louis, sallie ", u. W. Cheek.
RIVER, BUSINESS, MISCELLANEOUS.
The rise continues at this port, but not rs
rapidly as during the early part of the week
The rise at Cairo has been checked and de-
cline set in there to-day, and should II con-
tinue as rapidly as anticipated by some, navi-
CATION between that point and St. Louis will
be somewhat difficult for large steamers by
next week. There is but nine feet of water
now between the points named, and this, ac-
cording to old steamboatmen, will be reduced
three feet by Sunday next. All of the upper
streams are declining except the Missouri.
which stream is rising at Omaha and Sioux
City. Whether it is the big river reported in
the mountains or not has not been stated; it
win have very little effect upon the stage of
water here. The Cumberland is rising again
slowly. The Arkansas has, as we learn to-day
from the officers of the r. G. Gray, but four
feet Of water to Pine Bluff, aud is falling.
Above Little Rock there is but twenty-five
inches. White river continues in good boat
ing stage, The weather continues dry and
sultry, with the mercury at 96' on the levee.
Business remains quiet. and very little pros
Pectoi ~ Improvement.
The Mary Boyd is due from the Arkansas.
She will depart tomorrow at pm. for all
points on that stream. and notwithstsadipg
the low stage of water goes through on time.
The W. A. Caldwell Will arrive tomorrow
from White river, when the R. P. Walt will
resume her regular trip to that stream, depart
ing Saturday -la
The George W. Cheek came W to-day from
below, and departs this evening with the
United States nail for Helena and Friar's
paini.
ARRIVAL OF THE NAroHKz AT ST. LOUIS
OVER Two THOUSAND People WITNESS MGR
ARRIvAL-SHE MAKES THE TAR N 9EEKE
DAYS. TwESrY-Two Hours Ass FoRrY-FvE
MIxUTEs.-The Na;che1 arrived at St. Louis
at fifteen Etautes past four o'clock Yesterday
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

DEATH OF AN ESTEEMED You've LADY.
With regret we learn the death of Miss
Mary A. McKeon, daughtero Of Mrs. Mar
garet A. McKeon, which took place at
Cleveland, Ohio, last evening. Her re-
mains will arrive here for interment, due
notice of which will be given. Miss Nc
Keen was highly esteemed by all who
knew her. She now sleeps in the bosom
of her Father and her God.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

MuRDER.-A negro named jackson
Doyle murdered a colored man named
Bob johnson on the plantation of b. R,
Chan,bliss, Esq, within five miles Of
Cold Water depot, on the line Of the
Mississippi and Tennessee railroad on
Monday evening Doyle formerly lived
in, this city, and was frequentsr Of the
low negro groggeries on DeSoto and
Gayoso streets.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

On A TRIP.-0ur young and kind
hearted friend Henry Noodle leaves to-
day for jackson, Miss. on a collecting
trip for the benefit of the Hollywood
Memorial Association. He will return
IN good time to assist at the picnic on
the lst proxipo.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23
1o BOOTS AND SHOES. s
True z NO my
Is FouNp IN FHE
EUREKA BOOT

T,HR FIRST PREMIUM AT THE GREAT
L ST. Louis Fair for 1863 was awarded to the
manufacturers ofthis beautiful boot. It com
bines all the utility of the sewed boot with the
cheapness Of the pegged boot. Its construc-
ton Is in this wise instead of pegs, a peculiar
shaped brass screw is driven into the sole when
damp, and smoothly and securely clinched,
thus holding the soles and uppeTs together so
tight that they can never rip or give way.
They have all the smoothness and elasticity Of
the sewed boot, and none Of the disadvan-
tages attaching to the peEged boot. We sell
them at price sut tribe more than that of
s0methins that Is indeed economical. We
have fresh stock Of all kinds Of Boots and
shoes for ladies, gents. misses and children;
also ine line Of shoe ornaments. which We
will sell at wholesale and retail.
Jos. j. .AEVETT A CO..
sci 1856 Main street.
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II you want good old Megtbben
whisky, go TO 276 second street.

7. T. I've are now opening an
invoice Of fresh teas, of all grades
splendid Notwithstanding of I'm
eolored Japan, Gunpowder, Young Hy-
son, Imperial and English breakfast,
which we offer at very low prices,
100 W. DEAN 4 Co.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

There is nothing of Importance doing in this
market to-day, the demand being less active
than that of yesterday. owing to a dull mar
ket at New York and quiet market at Liver
pool. Buyers remain Indifferent as to pur-
chases Of large lots, but pick up scattering
bales at rates below the views of holders. The
sales at New York yesterday were l47s bales
593 for shipping, 623 for spinning, 50 for specu
lation, 200 in transit. Sales for future deliv-
cry were 100 bales on a basis of low middling
for October at 1870; 60O bales on basis of low
middling for June at 201zc; 100 do. June at
205Sc; 100 do. June at 2014c; 1850 do. July at
zoe; 800 do. July at 201sc; 500 do. August,
l914c; 300 do. August, l0c. Sales in New York
to noon to-day were 72s bales at basis of 2l12zc
for low middling. The quotations for this
market to-day are about nc less than those of
yesterday. L aag
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23
BOOK BIkpERY.
Franklin Book Bindery,
BLANK BOOK MANDATORY,
No. Is West Court Street, Memphis.
sc. TOOF. Proprietor.

DLANK BOOKS. PAPER RULING. AND
I'D BINDING Of every description, execuied in
a very superior manner. and Warranted 10
give entire satisfaction
nB Ny Blank Book paper emhFaces the frst
mills in America; my stock consists Of the
finest in the entire na<ksi. and prices 20 com
pete with any honae n Memphis. Parties will
find i 10 tbeig lHterest 10 give ne a call before
ordering elleMhere. O-f
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. The COM
mencement exercises of the Memphis
Ladies Institute take place at the AS
sembly Hall this evening, and will be
largely attended HIT rg7Tt >
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To bidders.

Parties bidding on privileges at the
Gettysburg Dead" picnic, at James
Park, Friday, July LIST, will please leave
bids until the 9th inst. with Mr.. F. L.
James. Appeal Office. h. MooDE,
.lIl rain Chairman Priv. Com.
Mia. ....,.-s oooy
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

lNreHr-snooMIxo CEREus.-This sweet
of sweets will be on exhibition las large
as life " at the coy saloon of the &C
commodating Charley Howard. on Main
street, near Madison, tonight. Hundreds
will be there to see it.
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New York Money Market.

By s. p. and A. TeIegraph.I ~ ~
NEw York. June %. IL rs p.m.-Governmeni
securities are active and rather excited. with
slight advance in prices. Sterling exchange
remains is steady at 1921 for sixty-day bills.
Gold loaning is fat. Money is easy at per
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

The BEST is THE CHEAPEST. De
vote has the best Of everything in the
family grocery line, corner OF Third and
Adams streets. -,g ,,v 9+t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

MASONIC. -Members of the committees
on Masonic Picnic will call at the Office
of Price, Jones 4 Co., Nos. I and 9 JEFF
ferson street, this Thursday afternoon
at FIVE o'clock, and procure their badges.
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CONCERT AT THE MEMPHIS THEATER.
Tomorrow evening the celebrated Flo
memo Concert Troupe, with Senorita
Josephine Filomeno, the greatest living
pianist and violinist, and Juan Il. Sal
cedo, the unrivalled eornet-a-piston
player, will commence a series of con-
certs at the Memphis theater. The repu-
tation of Miss Filomeno is worldwide as
one of the finest musicians of the age.
We have no doubt but the house will be
crowded with the sltt Of our city. There
will be matinee on Saturday, and
another performance on Monday night.
Tickets can be had and seats secured at
Benson's music store.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

CLUB HALL,--The commencement ex-
ercises of the Memphis Female College,
Prof. VIM. Carroll, Principal, takes
place at the Memphis Club Hall tonight.
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STEAM BOATS,


Memphis and Arkansas river Packet Company
White river U. s. Mail Line-For Helena,
Mouth Of White river Clarendon, Duvall's
Bluff, Augusta, and through to Jacksonport;
r. p. WALT, = Capt. w. j. Ashford.
U,HIs ENTIRELY NEW AND U--.
Il elegant side-wheel passenger Lslk5HtsT
steamer. built expressly for this
trade, will leave as above SATURDAY. 18th
inst. at pm. .'l To- " Z
W. II. KENNEDAY, Agent,
10ll No. 3 Madison ST., Stanton Block.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

A MEETING of the citizens of Memphis
is desired at the Peabody Hotel this
evening at clock. All are requested
to attend, as a subject of Importance to
the city will be discussed
~ rt IF M WuITp
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FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL.
MONEY. IaltEHi /.
PUBLIC LEDGER OFFICE, /
MEMPHIS, TEsN., June %, 1870. !


With the exception of the improved demand
for city bonds and the decline In gold, we have
nothing new to report to-day in the financial
way. The Assistant Treasurer at New York
sold one million Of gold yesterday; that. with
the rumor that Treasurer Spinner would soon
order sale Of two millions more, the accumu-
lated interest of the sinking fund. and the an
nouncement that the payment Of the July in
terest would be commenced on Monday.
caused rapid decline in the premium to 1lls5ss
which was the opening rate to-day. Money
continues rather close here at rates previously
given, the banks having an ample supply to
meet the wants of customers. Street rates re-
main about the same. Eastern exchange con-
tinues firm, bankers buying at par and selling
at &c premium. Transactions in gold to-day
have been extremely light; dealers offer ll05s
to Ill. Scrips are dull. with no sales reported.
Railroad securities are unchanged and un-
called for. City bonds could be disposed of
to-day at Soc; there is something Of an i'm
proved demand. Holders seem cautious in
disposing of them, and no large lots are on the
market. Tennessee money is inactive at pre-
vious quotations.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

TRAINS will be run regularly every half
hour on the Memphis and Charleston
railroad, on Friday, June %, to convey
persons TO and from the Grand Masonic
Picnic, which will be held at James
Park 100
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

STEAMER NATcHEz' TIME.-A full re-
port of the time of the steamer Natchez
from New Orleans to St. Louis will be
found in our river reports. ia&fA
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

DIR. ARLINGTON, dentist, 3l2 Main
street, keeps fresh laughing gas for the
painless extraction of teeth. 93t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

The CARS will run all hours to the Ma
sonic picnic tomorrow.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

HIsToRIcAL AssOcIArIOx.-We direct
attention to the notice Of meeting q
the Confederate Historical Association
tonight
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

Gentlemen, III you are IN need of a
Cashmere, white or Fancy Linen.
seersucker or any kind of Summer
suit of Clothing, by purchasing
from ms you will save at least 20 per
cent. OF yOurpurchase money. Our
stock ON hand must be sold. Extra
ordinary Inducements offered to
merchants, fFtftHt
WALKER BROS. a. CO.,
9e-l0l 228 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1870-06-23

WANTED IMMEDIATELY-50O lbs. honey
at Charlie Towards, 2s7 Main. lO4