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New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
LIGHT WANTED IN MISSISSIPPI.

If the people of Mississippi are to be
gagged by the press Of that State, they
must be content with very low CLASH
fication for intelligence. And the Jackson
Pilot is no exception to the rule. Its
character for ignorance Of current events
is too we'll established wherever it is
known to need a certificate from us. But
that the Republicans of Louisiana may
see that it has not learned anything by
experience since We took it in hand last
year, We republish the following from
its columns:
The contest for President of the Senate
and acting Lieutenant Governor of Louisi-
ana came off on the sixth instant, in New
Orleans, and resulted in the choice of SEN
atOr =. b. S. Pinchback, a colored man.
who Is to fill the place of the lamented
Lieutenant Governor Dunn. This is re
garded as a triumph of the Warmoth fac
ton over the Dunn and Carter party The
vote stood Is for Pinchback to Do for Sen
ator L. V. COPELAND.
The ''Warmoth faction, whose triumph
is thus reluctantly acknowledged, is
simply the Republican party of Louisiana
1t is true that Governor Warmoth is a
leading member of that party, and as
such naturally rejoices in its successes.
But there were eighteen members of the
State Senate who are also square Repub-
leans, and the triumph was as much
theirs as it was Governor Warmoths. If
all the Republicans in this State whose
hearts We're rejoiced by the victory of
Senator Pinchback over the combined
forces Of the boilers and Democrats could
be brought together under review. they
would make such an army that even the
obtuse intellect that controls, the Pilot
would recognize the difference between
them and a faction. The Dunn and
Carter party" so tenderly referred to, COR
sists of seven Democratic Senators, elected
as such. and consistent with their profess
sions, and nine gentlemen who owe their
places to Republican votes. Six Of these
have accepted positions in TIE United
States Customhouse, and voted in the
Senate as they were ordered to vote by
their owners. The former were pledged
to work for the defeat Of the Republicans,
and manifested their feaky to their party
by supporting a bolter. And because the
Republican party has proved itself strong
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

fore closing the bargain and going on
with the work of road building.
What are the spicifc terms of these
conditions We do not know. But the Ad-
ministrators may we'll hesitate before
crippling the immense river commerce to
aid men who merely promise to give us
railroad to one State. At any rate, let
the privileges so eagerly and persistently
sought after be accorded after the road
has been completed, if at all. We are
opposed to 1oing credit business in dis
posing of batture rights, even if the city
has the authority, which is more than
doubtful since the recent judgment of the
Eighth District Court
OF course We want the railroad to Texas
completed, but it is barely possible to
pay too much for an object however de-
sirable it may be.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
REFORMERS BREAKING UP.

AS might have been expected the Inter.
national Society, which has acquired con-
siderable strength in Europe, because
there the people have something to con-
splre against, fell to pieces in New York
after very short life, because in America
there is not the least excuse for the exist
ence OF such an organization. Where
the people constitute the government,
what pr"priety is there in one class say
ing that it will combine to help itself any
more than in the hands saying they write
to overcome the feet? We are all part of
one society, and en- Internationalist, if he
is the best man, has, or ought to stand
better chance with all the people than he
does with mere moiety of them, since his
success must be secured from the mass
and not from a part. The immediate
cause Of the quarrel in New York origin
ated in the difference in the nationality
Of the members. Some Of the French
members, who wanted to mourn for Ros-
sci and the Partisan communists, found
directors in the German element: and
when it was proposed to lament for the
young men who We're lately shot in
Havana, the Spanish element did not
agree to the suggestion. The society in
the Uni ted States is mere political ma
chine, gotten up to benefit some dex-
trous manipulation of popular prejudices,
but it will hardly pay expenses since
there are so many Spectators always
Watering to use these organizations after
they have once been formed. The best
thing laboring men can do is to take two
good political papers, one of each party,
and read them impartially. They will
thus discover that there is but little
difference in parties, but a great deal in
men. sound and reliable representative
Is not dangerous to the mechanic, no
matter if he is Republican or Democrat;
and dishonest hunter after Office is an
enemy to every industrious man in the
State. whether LIE is All International or
not. Andsince there is SO little use for
any other organization but that of the
two great parties that now watch each
other and contend for the sympathies
and votes of the people, any other So
ciety that pretends to present men for
Office may be set down as frauds that will
explode in time, as the International has
done
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

General NJ. JEFF Thompson, chief of
the Board of State Engineers for this
State. has given another practical illus
tration of his fitness for the position he
Mr.. benjamin McLeran civil engineer
OF much practical experience and sound
scholastic attainmeuts. Mr.. McLeran is
graduate of one Of our Eastern colleges
Shortly after quitting school the secession
war broke out, and he Joined the Union
cause by enlisting in the naval service After
the war closed he settled in New Orleans:
was apo nted clerk in the State Land
office under Joseph Gorlinski, ESQ, and
remained there until the land Office was
closed. He then taught school here,
and atterward went to Shreveport and be-
came citizen of that then stronghold of
Democracy and rebellion. When the
Constitutional Convention was called to
frame constitution, in accordance with
the reconstruction laws. Mr. McLeran was
elected member from Caddo parish. He
proved very useful in the convention. He
was afterward member of the nominal
ing convention that selected the regular
Republican ticket, having voted for the
nomination Of Judge Warmoth for the
Office Of Governor. Mr.. McLeran is a
quiet, unassuming gentleman of sterling
worth. He entertains decided political
opinions, but is not disposed to make
himself offensive by forcing them upon
those who think differently.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

1t is said that more opium is now con
sumed in the United States than ever be-
fore. During the six months which ended
with September last, 1880 pounds were
imported at San Francisco alone, paying
Sl94.l 100 duty, above oneth:rd more than
was paid during the corresponding period
of 1870. 1t would appear that not only is
the consumption of opium among our
Chinese residents increasing, but that
Americans also use more of tie drug than
ever before,
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The thermometer yesterday az A. NJ
according to the signal service report
was AZ at Augusta, 80 at baltimore,
$40 at Boston, 50 at Buffalo, b at Cairo,
40 at Charleston, 81 at Chicago, 81 at
Cincinnati, "a at Galveston. 30 at Indian
apolis. GO at Key West, 80 at Louisville
49, at Memphis, 5O0 at Mobile % al
Nashville, 500 at New Orleans, 81 at new
York, 43o at Norfolk, 90 at Omaha 81 al
Pittsburg, $50 at Portland, Az at savannah
4o7 at Shreveport, 81 at St. Louis - a'
$. Paul. and i5o at Vicksburg. Light sno"
At Buffalo: light rain at Pit'sburg' NO
storm elsewhere.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

If the self-called aristocracy wish to OBJ
tain control of this city, let them vote
themselves into office. But so long as
they are in the minority they must let the
people manage their own affairs Empty
speeches and weary Trades in the partisan
newspapers are mere fustian. The anna
teurs who recently designated the "Cot-
ton Exchange" as their headquarters as
much as informed their porters, draymen,
mechanics and the small dealers who "are
not1n cotton that their advice will not be
asked for
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The sidewalks of State House square
with the exception of the Canal street front
are now being laid by. contractors Hitch,
cock and Irwin with new asphalt pave
ment 1t is hard as stone and slopes easily
to the cutters. 1t is an agreeable change
from the pavement of decaying brick
through which the wet and mud for years
had penetrated. and will last as long a
time as the greedieSt of US would wish to
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
THE RAILROAD COMPROMISE.

1t is announced by the Times, or the
authority Of a dispatch from Mr. Morgan
to his agents in this city, that a grand
railroad compromise has been Effected
between him and the directors of the
New Orleans, Mobile and Texas railroad.
But it appeared there are other conditions
yet unfultilled. Mr.. Morgan demands
certain wharf privileges from the city be-
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Third Annual state Fair Of mississippi
GREAT ENTHUSIASM OF THE CITIZENS at the
Far Grounds. Over one hundred of the promi.
nent citizens of Jackson come forward and award
tie GROVER u BAKER MACHINEa
GOLD MEDAL,
The only UNDIVIDED Gold Medal awarded any
Sewing Machine Company at the Fair. and the
following splendid list of premiums from the Far
Association, double those awarded all the other
machines combined:
Best Plain Stitching by Machine - Silver Media.
Best Ornamental Stitching by Ma
chine. Diploma and Silver Media.
Best Lady's Slippers by Machine. Diploma.
Best Tucked Skirt, by Machine. Silver Medal
Best Gents Morning Gown by Machine. $50 Gold.
Best Gents Shirt by Machine, made in
Mississippi. .......................$2 20 Gold.
Best Lady's Dressing Gown by Machine. $50 Gold.
Best Embroidered opera Cloak by Ma
chine. Gold Thimple.
Best Chds Dress Suit by Machine. So Card Stand.
Best Fancy Infants Dress by Ma
chine. Gold Ihlmble.
Best Chair Cover by Machine. Goblet.
Best and Largest Display of Machine Work
on any Sewing Machine. ............. $50 Rug
Best Gentleman's Hat machine made .......... So.
Best Chids Hat machine made. ............ 3.
OFFICE AND SALESRooM
For the Southern Fevorite Family Sewing Machine,
No. 2o6 Washington street, vicksburg Mississippi,
No. 1872 Canal street, New Orleans Louisiana.
del
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The Mobile Tribune Of yesterday says:
"Over ten thousand people visited John
Robinson's h!g three tent. show yesterday
and last night. There never was such
a show in Mobile, and it will be a long
time before another like it comes among
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
ON CARONDELET STREET.

The jefferson City Gaslight Company
elected their new board Of directors on the
sixteenth ultimo, as follows: Messrs. Cas-
sard, w. K. Fish, j. N. Burbank, Michael
Hahn and John Lock wood. The company
is now on the high road to prosperity, after
successful run Of few Years. They COM
menced lighting up on the eleventh Of July,
1870 and began with about fifteen con-
sumers, while at the present time they have
three hundred consumers, and as many
lamps in complete running gear. As far as
pipe laying is concerned, this has been ex
tended to CarrOllt0n, and at least ten miles
are now in working order, and when the
work under way is completed, eighteen
miles will have been finished. The COM
pany push on the work vigorously, and is
not among those corporations whose mac
tlvity amount to nothing. For these i'm
provements the company have paid en-
tirely out of their earnings, preferring this
to adding on dividends, and the conse-
quence is that by the first Of January next
they will be entirely free of debt, and re-
serve its earnings for dividends in the
future. AT least years supply Of coal is
now in possession Of the company, and
more light will soon be thrown on the
streets up town, for at least five hundred
and thirty-seven lamps will be burning.
The stock is improving visiLly, and yester-
day AZ shares, at 60, were among the sales.
A visible appreciation in the stock Of the
Levee Company was remarked yesterday,
though there were no sales made 1t ap-
pears the long promised arrangement has
been effected. The capital stock has been
reduced by vote of the stockholders from
ten to one million, consisting of one hundred
thousand shares at ten dollars each. The
board Of directors that is to be will issue one
hundred thousand shares of preferred stock
payable by ten dollars of the ordinary stock
and five dollars in cash. Twenty per cent
of the company's earnings will now be de-
voted to this preferred stock. The new
election for directors will soon settle mat
tiers. The fifty-nine thousand six hundred
shares in possession of the Governor were
yesterday returned.
The transactions Of the company, though |
the common talk. brought about no sales. |
1t will be seen the corporation gets half |
million dollars with which to go to work at
once.
Nothing new in foreign exchange or DO |
nestle, which present TO the world the same |
set of features
Cotton shows downward inclination, the !
general decline being about an eighth
There We're no sales at the Board of |
Brokers last evening. The offerings and
bids were rs follows
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

We have received, under the frank of
Hon. b. F. Butler, a pamphlet written by
George Wilkes, and dedicated to the Ma
tional Labor Union entitled The lnterna-
tionale; Its Principles and Purposes"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The Paris cartmen have struck for higher
wages. The owners Of the vehicles in
stantly procured teamsters from the coun-
try to take their places, with the result
that. rows are constantly occurring be-
tween the drivers on strike and their sue
cesSArS
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

We had the pleasure Of visit yesterday
from Captain l.. A. Snaer, tax collector OF
iberia parish, who reports the ranks of the
Republicans there perfectly united, the Gus
tomhouse crowd being represented only by
internal revenue and other government Off
Gals. Captain Snaer will remain in the city
till after Christmas.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

gentleman having just lost his wife,
visited friend, and being asked how long
he would remain in town, answered: "Oh,
for about fortnight-lOng enough to spend
the HONEYMOON Of my wilOwhoOd.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

From Mr.. J. E. Mcdaniel, Of the New
York Associated Press, we received last
evening copy of the annual report of the
Secretary of the Treasury, for which many
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

"How would you like to sit on a jury
asked gentleman of strOng-minded old
maid. I'D as soon sit on Ratchet, said
the spinster, with a shake Of her bombazine
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

There are $500 persons fed daily at the
Cincinnati soup-hodse in Chicago. There
is an enduring character to the Cincinnati
charity which is eminently satisfying.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The sudden illness of Mrs Mouton pre-
vented her from appearing before the
citizens of Mobile, on Monday night. as
announced. She gave concert there Tues
DAY evening.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Lecturing in England is now at very low
ebb. He must be very noble son, or 9th
erwise distinguished person, who can draw
an audience in any of the large places.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

1t is said that the theatrical critics OF the
London newspapers have entered into
compact to discourage all kinds Ct burlesque
as much as possible.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

There is a very stout old lady who rides
great deal in the Cincinnati street cars,
and for whom, no matter how crowded they
may be, the passengers always find seat
Her persuasiveness never fails. Her method
is to hustle in and prepare to sit down on
the passengers laps. The hint is enough.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

An English paper refers to the grizzly
bears of the Allegheny mountains. That
story will hardly bear scrutiny on this side
Of the Allephanies,
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

About three hundred Indians still inhablt
the everglades of Florida, and spend most
of their time in getting over DRINKS.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

People who converse in French to
each other in public vehicles and public
places, should be very careful that their
neiebbors do not understand the language.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Judge Ray, of the fourteenth JNdicial
district, was in the city yesterday, and Wis
tied the editorial rooms Of the REPUBLICAN,
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Rustics in Detroit are allured by sign
which reads: Fifty cents for dinner and a
lunch for yOur dog"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

A man who works for living should
marry taller woman than himself. "lhe
laborer is worthy Of his higher.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Rainy by spells yesterday and last eve
ming, which was good for the umbrella
dealers
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The night express train o. the jackson
railroad now leaves daily at ha!f-past hve'
instead of half past four in the evening
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

After Administrator Waltons explana-
ton about the Touro Almshouse fund, it
is unnecessary to ask s. who threw the last
brick nor does it require 1.-The commit
tee OF fifty to investigate matter that is
50 clearly demonstrated by one man
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Oar country has reached that state of
civilization where the very convicts give
thanks for finding themselves safely in
Tie State prison.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Speaker George w. Carter had something
to say very lately about printing contract
with Messrs. Wakefield & Snaer, of the
Iberia Banner. That contract was revoked
by the majority Of the Printing Commits
sion some two months and a half ago. A
new contract was subsequently given to
JOHN Z. Leet, of the Iberia Statesman.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

The coast survey, since its establishment.
has surveyed.an area Of 1900 miles-and,
when creeks, inlets. etc, are included
10000 miles; Of roads, $4,000 miles. Two
hundred thousand miles have been run in
taking soundings; the area sounded is 1000
miles. and the number of soundings made
& 300 OOO
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Mayor Flanders admitted that s.seyeral
statements Of Mr.. -Remick We're so near
the truth that they We're worse than false
hoods This is all very frank and can
did, no doubt, but it DOGS not strike US as
a comforting reflection that the Mayor Of
New Orleans should prefer falsehoods to
having the truth told about him.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

TIE Times says Administrator Remick
speaks a piece, We say Administrator
Remick gave the Tines ard Mayor Flan-
ders piece of his mind that should be Of
service to both. The Times and the
Mayor are now expected to "speak
niece -
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

Thanks to the Southern Express for latest
New York papers.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
COMMISSION.

The undersigned has made ample Arrangements
with counsel i'll the City of Washington Tor tho
prosecution of claims against the United Staten
under the late act of Congress
Address Washington, District Columbia No.
1923 street, corner of Fifteenth.
apl9 JOHN NJ g. PARKER
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

T. :. >lMONDs & CO..
Nos. ~ Canal, . Cr0ssrnan and 4 Front
Streets.
DEALERS
H A Il D w a r E,
IRON AND SHIP CHANDLERY,
Nails and Castings Hoop Sheet and Ear Iron,
Manila and Tarred Cordage. Sail Duck, Flows
Shovels and Spades, Sheet Copper and Zinc,
Anchors and Chains, Axes and Hoes, Lead Pipe
and Sheet Lead, Paints and Oils Blocks and Oars.
INDIA RUBBER BETTING,
Hose. Packing. and all supplies necessary TO.
Railroads, Steamships, Plantations etc
Agents for the new patent
notwithstanding Packfng.0
COPPER, TIN, SHEET IRON AND GAS WORKER
sep5 ly
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

WALLACE & chopin.
(ANADRR l.. CHOPIN. WILLIAM waIIACEf
STAR COTTON GINNERY,
Peters street, between ITALIA and II unteY,
and Hunter street.
Between TchOupitOulas and Peters.
Our machinery and gin stands new. with all
the latest Improvements, with a capacity OF turn
ing out forty bales per day. No delays supply
Of bags always on hand.
We gin for the seed and guarantee satisfaction
Highest market price always paid for seed cotton.
REFERENCES:
= 3. Newman Co., A H. Peale l. Co,
Nae Cammack, Hugh Allison 4 Co.
a. Miltenberger Co., Barrett 4 LeSassler,
J. P. Higgins 4 Co., Garrard, Craig L Co.
Warren Crawford X Co.. John Chatfee BrC;hey
Penn, Pace Simmons, +. 3. Ernest Co..
WtherspOOn Moss Co., s. Fl. Aby Co.
Nelson, Lanphier Co, j. BNrnet i Co.,
johnson Goodrich, Oscar Chopin
Robert Hare Renshaw taunacs Co
Sam Stafford 4 Co., Dr. Sam Chopuiu
Orders left at the ginnerv. at our Office No. X
Union street, VIII meet with prompt attention
sell 6m
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

FORSYTH UNITED STATES
s T A N d A r. D s ALE IS
The Strongest Scale Made.
Every scale warranted. i'll every respect; $50 var
ties, adapted to every branch Of business.
For price list, or any inflammation, address
FORSYTH, ELLISON l. CO..
No. 81 TchOuptOulas street. New Orleans.
eel2 eOd3m
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14
ME GAS OF THE AGE.

GERTEls,
PRACTICAL GUNNIAKEP
Dealer and Jobber of GUNS and PISTOLS, hreac Il
leaders, AMMUNITION and FISHING TACKLE
No. is 1T. Charles street,
NEW ORLEANS.
Arms made to urder and repaired by experienced
and thorough werkmen. Models neatly made frcnl
drawings with secrecy and dispatch.
Mr.. Gerteis expects i'll few days large assort-
ment of newly invented Arms He has
hand every article necessary for sportsman. and
also a great variety OF loaded and unlOsded
cartridges.
A good Gunsnth wanted. ec1 ly
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1871-12-14

w. NJ. OWEN
Agent for the sale of
FINE WINES AND BRANDIES OLD BOURBON
ANDsRYE WHISKY
And various Foreign Delcacfes
Corner Canal and Carondelet streets New Orleans,
Clubs furnished. uol6 SIN