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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

Major Washington, colored admirei
of the turf who has been lying in the
county Jail for several weeks on the
charge of stealing horses, was brought
out on writ of habeas corpus before
Judge Flippin, of the Criminal Court,
this forenoon. The proof Of horse
stealing not being sustained, on account
of the absence of proper witnesses, Ma.
jor Washington was released from du-
rance vile, and now breathes the air Of
freedom. The Majors well-known adj
miration for fine stock will yet get him
a pass to the penitentiary.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
WASHINGTON.
Organizat ton OF she Mixed Claims
Commissioners. ISL

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25.-The Joint
Committee for the adjustment Of claims
other than Alabama, provided for by
article twelve of the treaty of Washing
ton, will meet for organization in this
city at the State Department on Tuesday.
Hon. Mr.. Russell Quincy, British
Commissioner, with Mrs. Quincy has
arrived here. Mr. Quincy is accompa-
MED by Mr.. Archer Actline, q young
London barrister and son Of Sir Stafford
Northcote, His associate, James s. Car
Isle, counsel for the British Government,
is here, aud Hon. Robt Shale, counsel
for the United States Government, will
be here tomorrow. nu ~
Count Cart, Italian Minister, the third
Commissioner jointly chosen by the two
governments, is also here. They will
organize at the State Departments, but
will hold their meetings in some building
yet to be selected. The organization of
this Commission will make three mixed
Claims Commissions in session in this
city-the Mexican, the Spanish, which
has been organized, but not yet pro-
ceeded to business, and the British. The
adjustment of the matters, over which
these Commissions have jurisdiction,
together with conclusions of the Geneva
tribunal, will substantially clear the
docket of the United States Government,
so far as the nations of the world are
concerned.
The enforcement Of the award of the
Venezuela Convention is the only other
matter likely to provoke hostile action
on the part of this Government. 1t
must be remembered in regard to the
Commission which meets on Tuesday,
that according to the terms of the treaty
no claims can be considered which did
not arise with either Government be-
tween the 18th OF April. 1861, and the
9th of April, 1865. The Convention of
1853, of which the late Joshua Bates
was umpire, closed their proceedings in
May, 1865, having considered seventy
seven cases presented by the British
Government and forty by the United
States Government. A large majority
OF the GASES were rejected. Written
opinions were ordered in twenty-five
cases, from the close of that Conven-
ton up to the period named which fixed
the jurisdiction of the present Commits
sion. There are no recorded claims for
adjustment, and they could not be con-
sidered by the terms of the treaty even
If they were. As may be supposed, the
number of claims on the part of citi-
zens of the United States Government,
to which this Commission is confined,
will be very small both in numbers and
amount. The claims of British subjects,
however, will be disproportionately large,
for they will include all the reclama-
tons for acts done by our army and
navy during the war. This will involve
a great deal of arduous labor upon the
Commission, for the great majority
OF these claims involve political cues
tons or have political basis, and must,
therefore, be strenuously resisted by the
representatives Of the United States
Government.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
sFTAN-rrrr1se at BIS Second ct. All
Madame Vincent's.

Have you been to the Crystal Palace
this week2 Madame Vincent has re-
turned to business, and the palace is
more palahal than ever, under her con-
troll. The oyster season has opened, and
everybody knows that she keeps the
freshest and the best. The wines and
liquors kept at this splendid place are
the very best that can be bought. Go
and test her oysters, wines and liquors.
The madame is prepared for the fall and
winter campaign. q
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

On the evening of the I'd of October
the Memphis Theater will be opened by
the celebrated Hart, Ryman and Barney 6
minstrels. This company is located in
New York city, and makes its first tour
this season. The members of the com
pany command the highest salaries in
the musical profession. Ryman's bur-
lesque of Hamlet" and "Trip Van
Wrinkle is said to be immense, while
Barney is the well-known champion
dancer of the world. Mr.. Joe H. Mack,
the agent of the troupe, is in the city as
ordnt courier.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
MISSISSIPPI CONTEST.

The political contest in Mississippi is
growing warm. In fact, Il may be al.
legged that it is quite hot already. The
anti-Radicals are working well, and have
a fair prospect Of carrying the State.
We watt cheer and god-speed down
to them. The true modern way of car.
rying elections directs influences not SC
much upon the mass as upon individu.
ais. Get the men right singly, and the
mass will be right. 0ratory at a time
like this is breath not judioiously EN-
ployed. Well-timed speeches made upon
a log will do more than stump har.
rangues.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

The election of officers for the ensuing
year is progressing in the new hall TO-
day The polls will remain open until
three o'clock this afternoon. The regu-
lar nominations are as follows: Presi-
dent, R. A. Pinson; First Vice-President,
II. G. Smith; Second Vice-President,
VIM. R. Moore; Third Vice-President,
John z. Randle; Fourth Vice-President,
n. Hill; Fifth Viee-President, J. ".
Dickinson; Treasurer, John I. Willins;
Committee on Appeals-W. W. Gay, ".
y. P. Doyle, II. Seessel, j. X. Speed, B.
Bayliss, W. B. Greenlaw and Amos
Woodruff. The regular meeting Of the
Chamber will take place at the new hall
in Commercial alley at four o'clock this
afternoon. The officers elect viii be IN
stalled, and other business Of Importance
viii be transacted.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
Bloody Riot nj an Indiana County
Fair.

COLUMBIA CRY, IND, September 20
The last day of the county fair here,
Saturday, ended in bloody riot between
the Thorn creek township boys and the
railroad men working on the new road.
They have had quarrels for some time,
and finally eliminated in a fight, using
clubs, stones, etc. Ten men and foar
women very badly injured, several Of
whom will probably not recover. Fif
teen Of the number were arrested and
heavily fined.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
GRAND PAGEANT OF KNIGHTS TEN
pTLR IN BALTIM0RE.

The Baltimore Sun of Friday has a
cranbic account Of the Knights Tcmplar
pageant on the day before. We have
little space to devote to anaccount of it.
This from the Sun, win be read with in
terest:
Yesterday may be regarded as the cul-
mination of the pageant attending the
late triennial convocation OF knights
Templar of the United States IN TINS
city. The assemblage of so many prom
inent citizens of other States OF the
Union has been the cause of continued
social and festive demonstration during
the gala week which we have had ana
in meeting the call thus made upon
them. the Sir Knights of Baltimore have
acquitted themselves satisfactorily, TO
their visitors and creditably to their
elbow citizens, who have still the old.
fashioned jealousy of their Maryland
honor and Maryland hospitality Inc
event of yesterday-a grand procession
of all the bodies of knights Iemplar ~
attendance from different parts OF the
Union-was fitting climax OF the les
tivities of the week.
After stating some preliminary mat
tiers, the Sun says:
Abont one hour and a half was spent
in getting into line. The divisions
formed on the east and west sides OF
Broadway, facing inward, the right OF
the east line resting ON Baltimore street
and the right of the west line on Canton
avenue. After the formation OF the line
the command was reviewed by Sir VIM:
Sewell Gardner, Most Eminent Grand
Master of Boston. The review was con-
ducted. as prescribed, in the Templars
drill. with open ranks, officers to the
'front.' bands playing and colors saluting.
This was the grandest sight and most
impressive event of all The two long,
unbroken and uniform lines of elegantly
dressed men, with brilliant and yet tasty
regalia, rich banners and various colored
uniforms of the bands, extending nearly
a mile in length, formed panorama
view, as one looked down upon It from
the corner of Broadway and Baltimore
streets, almost indescribable. The Grand
Master passed down through the line in
a barouche, accompanied by the officers
Of the Grand Encampment Of the United
States. After the review the line was
closed, and the procession was soon
ready for marching.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
NEW YORK.
The Stolen vouchers.

NRw YoRK, September 25.-The morn
ing session of the examination of Hag-
gerty and Boulef for stealing vouchers
from the ComptrolleF's Office, was con-
sumed mostly by speeches of counsel.
The cross.examination Of Haggerty S
cook was resumed and progressed very
slowly. All the efforts of John Graham,
counsel, for Haggerty, have failed to
shake the original affidavit.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

The Cincinnati Commercial thus com
ments on the speech Of Carl Schurz, de-
liyered at Nashville
Senator Schurz, of Missouri, made a
magnificent speech at Nashville yester-
day, which we publish complete this
morning. The Senator was received by
men Of all parties in Nashville With en-
thusiasm. His audience was very large
and singularly interesting in its compo-
sition. The speech was worthy man
so distinguished and an occasion so re-
markable.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

A CONTEMPORARY remarks that the i'm.
mense defalcation of Major Hodge, a
Government Paymaster, to the amount
of nearly half a million dollars, which
defalcation has been going on for some
years, shows the rottenness of this Ad-
ministration. Such are the methods Of
keeping accounts in the Paymaster S
Department, that it is utterly impossible
for this to occur without the knowledge
and collision Of others in higher posi-
tons in the department. There must be
plenty of undiscovered thieves in high
positions in the Administration.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
QuARANT1HR

As far as public sentiment has devel-
Oped itself ito us at least) in respect to
the measures to be taken to guard
against visitation Of yellow fever, It is
decidedly in favor Of quarantine on both
river aud railroads Our own opinion
is that it should be established at once.
We do not wish to produce alarm, but
every known precaution should be
taken, and taken at once, to battle the
danger that threatens US.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
FRANCE.

PANS, September 25.-An order has
been issued convoking permanent
commission of the Assembly to legis'
late during the recess of the Assembly
A ratification of the customs treaty
with Alsace and Lorraine is regarded
imminent. i4Gt t4t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

a curious observer in ST. Louis has
made q discovery that men and boys in
variably run the heels of their boots and
shoes over outwardly, while women and
girls always run theirs over inwardly.
Out Of one hundred and forty-seven men
and boys that passed the observer at a
given point, this fact was true in every
instance; out Of sixty-seven women that
passed, il vas true in every instance but
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

IT appears from the New York Tribune
that Mr.. Murphy, Grants Collector at
New York, and the head of the Grant
party, is one of the partners of Tweed &
Sweeney, and has literally shared in the
profits which they are said to have made
by corrupt administration in city af
fairs. He was in the tax commission
of the latter. He was commissioner
in the widening of Broadway, fat job.
He was a member of the School Board,
and to-day is joint owner with Tweed &
Sweeney of city property worth 81, $780,
OOO This shows that the bad men of
Tammany have a close alliance with
Grants Administration.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

LAZARUS & MORRIS perfected specta-
cles are the best. They never tire the
eyes; last many years without change;
are warranted not to break. F. II. Clark
L Co., jewellers and opticians, No. l
Clark's Marble Block, 29O Main street,
Memphis, are sole agents for this city.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

The Memphis Gas Light Company is
now supplying gas to the city of supe-
rior illuminating power and brilliancy
at reduced rates, and has on hand coke
and coal-tar; also naptha-tar, the best
lubricator for railroad cars and heavy
machinery. Office, 29l Second street.
1tg4
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

Ex-SEcRETARY SEWARD dined with NJ.
Theirs in Paris on the 3lst Of last month.
A Paris newspaper says that he was re-
ceived by his host with great cordially.
Mr.. Seward spoke only English, which
NJ. Theirs does not understand, while NJ.
Theirs spoke only French, which Mr..
Seward does not understand; but this
triAing impediment did not prevent the
conversation from being quite animated.
At dessert Mr., Seward made a speech in
English, to which NJ. Theirs replied in
French, both greatly delighting their
hearers. 4H
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

NINE E. CHAISEUx, l28 Beal street,
would respectfully inform her customers
and all the ladies of Memphis that she
ia prepared to fill all orders in the short
est notice possible. Particular attention
paid to cutting and fitting. Several good
rooms for rent. %
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

We are glad to know that there are a
great many ladies making from fifteen
to twenty dollars per week on their
Wheeler & Wilson sewing machines,
who would be compelled to let their
families suffer were it not for the gene
rous agents for that superior sewing ma
chine, who are ever ready to assist those
who need assistance. %
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

HATS cleaned, dyed and trimmed
equal to new by M. Cohen, practical
halter, 1884 Main street. New hats for
sale cheaper than anywhere. l5t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

A WASHINGTON dispatch Of the 2lst
says: "The Department of Justice re-
ceiyed telegram tonight announcing
the result in the first trial under the Ku-
Klux act at Raleigh. The case was that
of Shotwell and others, charged with
taking the Hon. j. L. Justice ont of his
bed at Rutherford, on the 18th of June
last, and removing him to the woods,
where he was assaulted and afterward
allowed to 60 home. The telegram says
that the jury returned a verdict con-
victing eight and acquitting three, while
five plead guilty. Two colored men
we're on the jury. A motion of the de-
PENDANTS counsel for new trial on the
ground that the jury were political par
tisans was denied. There are over 200
others awaiting trial.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
ENGLAND.

LONDON, September 25.-The depart
ure Of Prince Alexis is delayed till to-
morrow in consequence of the north
westerly gales.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

is called to tho above. announcement of tn,
President and Board Of Directors. There i
not the last doubt but what all the tickets viii
be sold. The very low price at which they ar,
placed 1.-TWO dollarsl will enable every one t,
contribute their mite toward identifying tn,
grounds Of the Association, and making othei
improvements. This is no private enterprise
but is gotten up by the Board of Directors
whose high standing as public-spirited and
energetic citizens cannot be questioned-fol
the sole purpose Of beneftting the public. By
adding to the beauty of their fair grounds.
The tickets entitle the holders to admission
10 the Fair on that day, if those holding them
choose TO attend, and chance in four hun
bred and eighty-one cash premiums, ranging
from $1,000 down.
The number Of tickets is limited to 10. 600
and under no circumstances will more thar
that number be sold.
All prizes will be paid in CASH,
Your attention is called to the names Of the
following gentlemen, who comprise the Board
Hon. JACOB THOMPSON, President.
EN0CH ENSLEY, First Vice President.
ELI RAYNER, Second Vice President.
jill. EDM0NDS0N. Fourth Vice Presid It.
JOHN BROWN, Fifth Vice President.
JOHN 4. STRATTON, Treasurer.
LEON TR0USDALE, Secretary.
@, L. ANDERSON. A. b. HAYNES.
JOS. BRUCE. NAPOLEON HILL.
d. BAYLISS. JN0. G. FIZER.
A. j. HAYS. N. .. PERKINS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

JuSr received, at c. II. Bracket &
Co.'s 1921 Second street, fine lot of
young Kentucky mules, for sale cheap.
Also, several buggy, saddle and rocka-
way horses. 2O-f
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

REYEoLDs New Orleans improved
Screw Cotton Press is on exhibition at
Swift's Iron and Steel Works, 1876 Main
street. Call and examine this splendid
press. 1881 JoHH MAHOGUE, Agent.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

IT is the habit Of most people to ex
press themselves as friends Of fair-play
but that particular article misses them
when the test comes. We doubt if i
has many real friends.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

Victor D. Fuchs, at Al Jefferson street,
is receiving them daily by express. Call
on him for your supplies. 20
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
ice-COngregatIOn Beth FL EN-
eth.

Those desiring to engage seats in our
Synagogue for the coming Holidays,
can apply to the President-I. Happeck,
No. s52 Main street-between three aud
four o'clock pm, up to the end of the
Holidays.
81 B. NJ. LEVY, Sec'y.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
Fresh Oysters.

Where caL we get the best oysters2
Why, at Headquarters Oyster and Game
Depot, 27s Second street.
81 EDWARDS a HoLBRooK.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

Broom Opera House is the only place
of amusement open in the city. A
splendid troupe of variety artists appear
every evening. The ballet troupe, led
by Miss Susie Starr and Mile Rosa, per
forms the most difficult terpsichorean
feats. Tonight a fine programme will
be presented by the manager. Every
body is invited to attend the perform
ance, and none can afford to remain
away.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

Warmers PREPARATIONS for sale at
the Little Drug Store Round the Corner,
60 Adams street. l00-t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

We invite the attention of the trade to
our large and well selected stock Of i'm
ported and domestic cigars, tobacco,
etc., on hand and to arrive. Having
purchased our goods at cash prices, we
offer such inducements as cannot fail to
insure rapid sale. Our sample cases
are open for inspection. Give us trial
before purchasing elsewhere.
S. KAUFMAN & Bro,
81 45 and Al Jefferson street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
TWO DOLLARS.

In order that they may be within the reach Of
every one.
1t is hoped and expected that the Third An
to enable the Society TO erect suitable build
ings and improve the grounds to such degree
of excellence as to render them a source of
pride TO every citizen of Memphis. Shelby
county, and the adjacent country.
The Board Of Directors have selected Mr..
W. Ii. BATES to supervise the special ar
rangement, and Tickets can be had on appli-
cation to him at the Memphis and Charleston
Railroad Depot, or through any of his sub
agencies.
JACOB THOMPSON, President.
LEON TROUSDALE, Secretary.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
BRowSr 4 BROWNE. 3l5 Second St. 4

Genuine Gravel Roofing, by Bar
a Allen, 40 N. Court. 1O4t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
S. KAUFMAN Il Bro,
45 and Al Jefferson street.


FINEST teas in Memphis at Peter n
Donnelly & Co. s, 1879 Poplar st. 1871
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

While other sewing machines fail,
the Improved Wheeler d Wilson
stands every test. 17-2
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LATEST TEEIhEGRAMS.
snecla,ls to the Ledger.

AurRIcAN PRESS ASSOCIATION, VIA 9. p. 4 A..
FELKtUAPH COMPANY.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
NOTICE.
-la-a
TO MARKETMEN.

OFFICE OF CRY Tax COLLECTOR,
MEMPHIS, September %. ISL.
l. ARTIES WISHING TO PROCURE
Meat-staII License for the next year can
get them by paying $500 on the LIST of 0cto-
Der. 1871. On Vegetable stalls, $50. The
remainder will be put up at auction to the
highest bidder. The minimum price is 500
for Meat and sSc for Vegetable Stalls.
FELIX W. ROBERTSON,
2O-25 atr City Tax Collector.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25

AMERIoAN DRIVEN WELLS at Browne
& Brownies, 3l5 Second street. 1901
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
CASH PREMIUMS
ASH Premiums ounting TO $40, 900

The Board of Directors, in commencing this
scheme to the public, promise that il shall be
carried out in good faith. They will appoint
Committee of Award whose high character
will be a sufficient guarantee that perfect fair
ness will control the distribution.
The price of these Special Tickets has been
fixed at the low sum Of
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
TUESDAY, OCTOBER II, 1871,

As the time for distribution, when IL is ex-
pected will be assembled the largest number
Of persons ever present at one time on the
grounds.
Tickets, numbered and stamped, good for
that day only, will entitie the holder to ad-
mission TO the grounds and participation in
the chances of the following special list of
valuable
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
PR e Mlu M S.
81 O O O!
THIRD ANNUAL FAIR
OF THE
MEMPHIS AGRICULTURAL
AND
MECHANICAL SOCIETY.

WITH THE VIEW OF INCREASING
w the interest in the coming Fall Fair,
the Board of Directors have determined to
offer list of Cash Premiums for attendance.
anOointinO
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-25
SPECIAL ATTENTION

JACOB THOMPSON, Preside
LEON TR0USDALE, Secretary.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1871-08-04

M ESTWARD HO THE New ENGLAND
w MILITARY AND NAVAL BUREAU OF MIGRArIoE,
headquaIters Room 3 Liberty Tree Block Boston Mass.
100 ACRES LAND FREEi
Town sites secured for soldiers and sailors at cost at
important points, that they may secure the benefit OF
the rise In lands. Colony now forming for the New
Northwest to leave Boston l4h of July and the 4th of
each month thereafter and colonies forwarded by this
Bureau 70 settle on all the trunk roads OF the west
open every afternoon and evening except
"wednesday and Saturday evenings
1880 waw JAS. 81. JOHNSTON, Cor sec'y