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Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
PRODUCE

sales 1856 bales; uplands 2Igc; Orleans, 2l4c.
Flour, dropping. Whisky steady. Wheat, "a
&c lower; Winter Red and Western, 81 Sal %.
Corn, irregular, 72a73lc. Pork, lively, $13 40a
ID 40. Lard Quiet.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Members of Fountain Fire Company, No. l
are requested to meet at the engine room at
o'clock, P NJ, to-day, for inspection.
WIN. CoFFMAN, Foreman.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
COMMERCIAL.
New York Market.
STOCKS.

NEW YORK, Sept. 15.-Money easy Ster-
ling frmer, 8Ba84. Gold, 1.13s Governments,
rather heavy; 62s 10. Tennessees, 734 !; new
73s. Virginias, 60; new 694. Louisianas, 65
60; leveeS, II !; IS 81 Alabamas, 100; IS 68.
Georgias, 80; Is o. North CarolinaS, 425
new q. South Carolinas, rs; new 574
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

The following proceedings were had in the
Federal Court yesterday, Judge Trigg presid-
ing:
c. E. Lucky, T. A. r. Nelson, Jr., w. S.
Kyle, James White, W. l.. HarbinsOn and j.
S. Payne were qualified as attorneys
designations of James n. Ray and Charles
II. Flournoy. United States Commissioners, &C.
cepted.
Jno. A Turner VS. Allen Hurst, attachment
rule made absolute and case dismissed
Kent, Paine 81 Co. VS. P Toncray, debt +;
continued by consent.
G w Reed & Co VS. H Henry, debt; judy
ment confessed for S641 81.
g NJ Putnam vs. w B Davis, assumpsit; con-
tinued by plaintiff.
j G NJ Ramsey VS. J R Ludlow; motion en-
tered by plaintiff to dismiss suit,
j G NJ Ramsey VS. A Brakebil ct al contin-
ued by consent.
United States VS. Thos P Sartin, V. r. l. scire
facias dismissed in costs.
II B Goodyear ct al VS. Shelby johnson mo-
ton to strike dispositions from file overruled.
NJ Ramsey VS. Jared Meade bill in equi-
ty; trial progressing.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

4 lot Of those celebrated Cincinnati sugar
cured hams, received and for safe by John L..
Hudiburg west side Market Square.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Globe Flower Syrup cures whooping cough,
sore throat bronchitis and asthma.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Building sites for Sale.

l offer for sale few building sites, from five
to fifteen acres, on the Rutledge pike, and 'front.'
ing the Fair Grounds.
march31-dtf JOS A. MABRY.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Don't pay two prices for stove, but buy the
Fashion" for sd 50, all furnished, from Hox-
sic Il DePue, No 106 Gay st. viii9-dw2m
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Harpers Magazine for October, as we'll as al
other magazines and papers at o. B. Smith
Co.'S Book Store.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

THERE seems to be no end to the supply of
School Books at the E. T. B. H., although the
sales are increasing daily.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Larceny.

Daniel Shufee was brought before Justice
JourolmOn, yesterday, charged with having
ing from Calvin Shackleford who lives near the
East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad,
about seven miles east of this place. 1t appears
that the theft was committed on Tuesday Shut
fee having been prowling about the neighbor-
Burr & Terry's sash and blind factory, and at
first was not suspected, but, suspicion having
been aroused, he was arrested on Thursday
night and lodged in the calaboose till brought
out for trial yesterday. He had on pair of
Mr.. Shacklefords boots when OR trial. and ac-
knowledged his guilt. He was sent to jail, to
await the sitting of the Criminal Court.
The attention of the ladies is called to the new
and handsome stock of Cloth Caters, Button
Kid Boots, side-lace Balmorals, &C., &c, just
received at Somers Van Gilders
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Thieves.

The residence of V. S. Maloney, County Court
Clerk of Greene county, was entered by thieves
on Thursday while he was attending the Sab
bath school jubilee, and robbed of more than
one hundred dollars.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

There will be preaching at the North Knox
also at night.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

New Goods and New Prices" at Somers Var
elders. Go and see.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
WEATHER REPORTS.

Washington, D. c., September 15 7:3O p. NJ 1871
Probabilities:
The barometer will probably continue to fall, with
easterly winds and rain tonight in New England.
Cloudy weather probable for Saturday the Mid
die and Eastern States. Low barometer will probably
continue over the Lakes southwark to the Gulf with
clearing and partially cloudy weather. except from
Lake Superior to Iowa. where Southerly winds and
rain may possibly prevail by Saturday night.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
LOcaI RreyfiieS.

We now have mud instead of dust.
The building interest is still undated.
TODD Sharp" and another female of like
chastity fought the other evening all the way
from the Atkin House to Broad street and be-
yond, raising the neighborhood with their yells.
A gas main was leaking badly on Gay street
yesterday. Some workmen were engaged in
digging for it all day, but at nghtfall the stencil
had become very bad
The immense volumes of smoke rising from
neSr the mouth of First Creek yesterday after
ternoof, came from Huffaker's brick kiln,
which was being blown off," as brick men cali
it.
The Jewish New Year commenced Yesterday
evening at + o'clock. This, the first, month is
called Tisehra.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Cincinnati Market.

CINCINNATI, Sept. 13.-Flour fair Corn,
steady. Pork, weak $3.50 Lard, steady Ba-
con, unsettled much sold shoulders 81 clear
sides II. Whisky, 90.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

!. orders for job work from neIghboring co un
Eles promptly attended to at the CHRONICLE of
fee.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
10000 Bushels

OF the very best quality of COAL CREEK
COAL, now on hand at my coal yard, at low
figures.
viii-11-tf A. S. MARINER.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Pemberton's compound extract of Stillingia
cures all old mercurial and venerial diseases
without fail-try it.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Hams.

. beautiful line of Misses and child's Shoes
every style at Somers Van elders.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Furniture.

The great rush on the west side of Market
Place is caused by the customers seeking bar
gains at Renshaw's furniture ware rooms.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
SUPREME COURT PROCEEDINGS.

The following proceedings were had Ill Uh'
| Supreme Court yesterday:
David Hammond in error, VS. Edward clark
| argued. Do,--
VIM NJ Mcclellan, in error, VS. John Brooks
argued.
Kincaid and Dossett, in error, VS. d Rogers
| and wife; argued.
The State VS. Joseph Love; argued
AP Greene, admir-, VS. James ID Starnes ct al
| decree.
VIM Smith VS. Henry Allsap argued.
David Sewer, admir-, &C., VS. j A Allen and
Others; sci ia awarded against z Taylor. admir-
! of David Allen, decd.
Frederick Shown VS. H Shown; bill dis
missed.
VIM Caswell VS. II c Gillespie and wife Ell
al; death of VIM E Cooke, def, suggested and
admitted, and case revived in name of John NJ
Davis, his administrator
W A Walker, admir- of Sam'l Pride, dec d,
VS. Martha NJ Pride, decd; appeal dismissed;
Southern Express Company, in error, VS. John
ID Peoples; appeal dismissed.
Southern Express Company, in error, VS. , NJ
Dunwoody; appeal dismissed.
Hannah NJ Reath ct al, in error, vs. Whlteslde
and Boyce; marriage of deft WhlteSlde sug-
gested and cause revived in the name OF her
husband, Barney A Gaskin.
James Stanley, in error, VS. The Statei dImI-
mutton of record suggested and certiorari award
ed.
Nicholas Sharp, in error, vs. Avis Smith and
wife; appeal dismissed.
Nathan Kelly VS. Polly Meltabarger; death
of complainant, Nathan Kelly, suggested
Mynatt & Howell, in error, VS. James Hubbs /;
motion to strike the cause from the docket.
Thos P Cobb. admir- with the will annexed,
of A Cobb, decd, VS. Ebert Cobb ct al resig-
nation of the administrator suggested and the
cause revived in the name of Jas Greer, de bo2ls
non.
Horace Foster VS. 81 Buren, ct al death sug-
gested and cause revived.
Henry Buren, VS. Horace Foster ct al; death
suggested and cause revived.
Hurst and Sharp, in error, VS. c Ridenour;
continued.
Mayor and Aldermen of Cleveland, in error,
VS. j Z Raht ct al; appeal dismissed.
William Cliff VS. Benz f Digger; appeal dis
missed.
Richard Doak VS. w Burnett ct al motion
to dismiss appeal.
A new Fall stock of Boots and Shoes, just re-
ceiypd at SOmerS Van Hilders
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

A nice selection of Gents fine calf Boots and
Shoes, at the Lowest prices" at SOmers Van
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Louisville Market:

LOUISVILLE, Sept. 14.-Bagging steady lila
Is. Flour demand light. Corn firm. Pro-
visions firm; few buyers Pork So, 5OaS12 IS.
Shoulders 81. Clear sides II. Packed lard 9!
Whisky 81.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
First of the season.

Ice ColdSoda Water with any flavorng syrup
desired, can be obtained at 4. NJ. SPIRo L
Bros WITT
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PERSONAL.

Something that will not be st0len''-the Bur-
glar Proof Umbrella. SOmers Van Glider has
them
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
"LOOlK at This

The place for cheap boots, Shoes hats, trunks,
umbrellas, is at Somers Van elders.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
HOUSes Furnished

At the lowest rates, by the old manufacturer
j. H. Renshaw, who keeps on hand full stock
of the best furniture.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Firemen. Attention /!

Keep yourself dry by using the Water proof
Umbrella" at Somers Van elders.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

A beautiful selection of Gents Hats, embra.
cling the latest styles just received at Somer:
Van Gilder's
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Sparks from the Locomotive.

There seems to have been a general rain at all
points of the compass. The rain was harder at
Bristol than this side.
Uncle Tommy Margrave passed down the
road yesterday on the western-bound train from
Russellville en- route to Loudon.
Major Pettibone left on the easteru-bound
train yesterday afternoon.
IIGen Kyle, of Hawkins, registered at the At
kin House yesterday.
Int tr,- Glnhn Elnwnr Con oh Srrun for con,
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Coal at Wholesale.

Pember.on's compound extract of Stlllngla
cures all diseases arising from impure blood.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Financial.
JOHN BAXTER, e. +. BAILEY,
PfeSldent.J Cashier.
EXCHANGE and DEPOSIT
3 A N K
Knoxville, Tennessee.
ESTABLISHED I&GO.

WE are prepared to purchase, at
Best Rates, Gold, Silver, Gov
eminent, State, County, City, and
Railroad Bonds and coupons, Bank
of Tennessee Notes, New and Old
Issue, Uncurrent Southern Bank
Notes, and East Tenn, Va. and GA. R.
r. Stock.
We transact a General Banking
Business, buy and sell Eastern and
Southern Exchange at current rates,
receive deposits and make collections
upon the most favorable terms.
Interest paid on Deposits in Savings
Bank Department.
Tickets by Inman, Anchor and National
Lines Of Ocean Steamers, and Exchange OH
all the principal cities of Europe for sale.
Z. 2. BAILEY, CASHIER.
JuIv15-d (rrtf
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McDimit at Christian & Miller's, No. 16
Gay stree is the man to fit you.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
New Association.

Just try Globe Flower Cough Syrup for con-
sumption, asthma and Group.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16
Trouble in the Rural Districts.

Ladies Slippers in endless variety and at low
prices, at SomerS Van elders
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1871-09-16

Use Globe Flower Cough Syrup.
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Federal Court.

A new Fall stock of Boots and Shoes, just re-
ceived at Somers Van elders.
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Sept. 16, 1S71-d3w1t.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-10-21

which l certainly am not, | should prefer
your abuse to having your praise, know
ing as do, that no honest man neither has
nor desires your good opinions. can say in
truth, 'He that steals my money steals but
trash" Therefore, if some of your parti-
zan friends are willing to perjure themselves
to steal my money from the Government Of
the United States, their crimes are greater
than my loss, and they steal something |
can do very well without for the present
Now, sirs, will say in conclusion, that !
accomplished twelve months ago
all that desired in political life, in the dis
graceful defeat of yOur cherished leader
and the utter overthrow of your villainous
party in Tennessee, the pleasure feel in
seeing your corrupt party go DOWN! DOWN.
DEEP, DOWN INTO THE LOWEST DEPTHS
OF POLITICAL DEGRAD ALTON, without an
honest man being left upon the whole face Of
Gods earth to mourn over its demise.
When look back upon the past and re-
member that ! contributed my full
share toward Its destruction, il
affords me pleasure enough, yea more than
enough to satisfy me for the loss of a
thousand such claims, as the one you and
your partisan friends have strived so hard
to rob me of. You can publish this if you
choose to do so; in case you do not l have
copy which viii be published. Hoping
you may consider this in the spirit in which
it is written, and as full and complete re-
ply to all the ISLANDERS and lies you have
published in the past, and to all you may
desire to publish in the future,
I remain sirS, A. f. GARRETT,
NJ. C.. Third District Tennessee.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-10-21
FROM EASTERN MEXICO.
Preparing for Revolutions Indian
DepredatiOns.

Preparing for Revolutions = Indian
DepredatiOns.
From the San Antonio Herald, Oct 10.
The latest reports from Mexico represent
that unfortunate country in a state of revo-
luton. II is said that Gov. Trevino heads
the revolutionists in Nueva Leon. and that
his forces were outside of Monterey.
Late accounts justify the belief that Pie
dras Negras is III the hands of the insurrec-
tionists. The Juarez party succeeded in
crossing the custOmhouse TO this bank,
about $4,000.
Gov. CanaleS viii head the revolters in
Tamaulipas. He sent for arms and ammli-
milton some time since. Mr.. Juarez re-
fused to pass the arms free of duty. His
officers were watching for the arms with
intent to confscate them. They have been
smuggled over the Rio Grande ere now.
The Kickapoo Indians have left Santa
Rosa, no one knows for where. This leaves
no doubt Of the late depredations between
the Nueces and the Rio GTande having been
perpetrated by them.
Gen. Carayaja and other influential men
will take part in the Mexican revolution.
They are in favor of Diaz for President.
A large party of Indians passed up the
country q rev Gays since. 1hey followed
the trail of the others followed by Capt
Schooly. They are the party which made
a descent on the rancheros near the Laredo
and Corpus Christi road.
Gen. Quiroga came near being killed by
the Indians. The cut him off from his
rancho. One of them charged upon him
with his lance in rest. The general drew
his Six-shooter. His horse fell and rolled
over him. He was surrounded by twenty
Indians. Luckily shower of rain fell and
wet their bow strings so they could not
shoot. Gen. Q. managed to keep them off
with his pistol, mount his horse and effect
his escape.
The seattle war" still RACES on the Rio
Grande frontier: 1t is supported by Gen.
COrtina and other Mexican officials. They
are the abettors and partisans of the ma
rauders.
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Total amount OF stock 81 ,317 ,356 60
l have also received from the Cumberland
and Stones Rive Turnpike Company the
sum of $266.02.
By Act of March IL, 1860, the Secretary
of State was authorized and empowered to
advertise and sell all the stock owned by
the State in all the Turnpike Companies in
the State, at such prices and ON such terms
as may be deemed best for the interest OF
the State, and agreed on by the said Secre-
tary, the Governor, and the Comptroller OF
the State.
The execution of this law was probably
prevented by the civil war that followed
soon after, during which the roads were
greatly damaged, many so much so as vir-
tually to require rebuilding, and the compa-
nies were in disorganized condition.
For these reasons, my predecessor ''did
not feel at liberty to carry the law into eff
feet" and asked the instruction of the Leg
islature in the premises.
They have as yet failed to pass any law
re-authorizing their sale, and since it is OBJ
vious that they would bring nothing, in
many instances, if sold, do not feel at liber-
ty to put into execution and desire further
instruction from your honorable body.
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SAD ACCIDENT.
Child NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Of the Ter
rible Affair.
Special to the Press and Herald.


CLEVELAND, Tenn, Oct. 18.-A sad
accident occurred about half past four
o'clock this afternoon, on the railroad cross
ing, near the depot.
, DIR. Thompson was in buggy, with his
grandchild, Nena. seven years oid-a
daughter and only child of John II. Craig
miles, of this place.
In attempting TO cross the railroad track,
the mule attached to the buggy became OBJ
stinate and refused to move. At this mo-
ment the buggy was run into by an engine
which was switching in the yard.
Nena Craigmiles was instantly killed.,
by falling from the buggy, which was
crushed to pieces. When DIR. Thompson
was picked up, be could only cry piteously,
''Oh, the child the child
The Doctor is now walking about. |
cannot say whether he is injured or not.
He is terribly shocked by the death Of the
child, who had appealed to him to desist in
the attempt to cross the track. She, it is
supposed, saw the engine approaching and
realized their perilous situation, but it seems
she failed in impressing it upon the mind Of
her grandfather, who now, when asked if
be is hurt, gives but one response, .sOb,
the child the child" .--y
Mr.. and Mrs. Craigmiles are insensible.
The whole community is shocked and
deeply sympathiz with the bereaved par
ents. Ht ks - a .FIf
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-10-21
THE INSURANCE COMPANIES.
Proceedings of the New York Cenyen.
tiOn.
Total Losses by Chicago 57,74O,OOO.

NEW York, Oct. 20.-Tbe Commercial
Advertiser states the total losses of insur-
ance companies by the Chicago fire at fifty
seven millions seven hundred and forty
thousand dollars.
George G. Satterlee has been appointed
Receiver Of the Washington Fire Insurance
Company, which suspended to-day. Capital
100000, surplus $3.50, 900, losses in Chicago
about 100000.
Henry P. Freeman has been appointed
receiver to wind up the Market Fire Insur-
ance Company. John Cook is also ap-
pointed receiver of the Atlantic Insurance
Company of Brooklyn, which suspended
yesterday.
In the Insurance Convention to-day, the
report of the committee on permanent Or
ganization, which was adopted, provides for
a voluntary National Association, composed
of insurance officers having charge of insur
ance departments in each State, for the
purpose of mutual consultation and protec-
ton. A President, Vice-President and Ex-
ecutive Committee to be elected at the next
annual meeting, third Wednesday in May
The report of the committee on rates of
interest and mortality, etc, was considered.
1t provides that on marine and inland navi-
ceived on unexpired risks should be charged
as liability and held as an insurance re-
serve; so per cent. of the premiums received
on unexpired fire risks having one year or
less to run should be charged as a liability
or reserve, provided the reserve shall not be
less than 40 per cent. of the premiums re-
ceived during the year. Besides this fire
companies should accumulate an extra re-
- 10 el, lind nd
greater than 10 per cent. per annum should
be made upon the full cash capital until af-
ter the insurance reserve is equal to the
whole amount of premiums received on all
unexpired fire risks. .-~
The Committee also recommended the
approval by the Convention ofthe American
experience table of mortality, and A per
cent. per annum, be designated by law in
each State as basis for life insurance.
The report of the Committee was dis
c1,sse1 untjI the adjournment
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-10-21
AREvOLUTTON IN JAPAN.

A revolution as important in its results as
almost as any that belongs to this period, is
borne in the reported abrogation of the
princely order Of Daimios, in Japan, by the
Emperor. Under the lead of Satsuma, the
Daimios, or princes, have assailed the
throne and been in state of perpetual re-
volt for at least two years. Possessing do
mains not unlike those welded by War
wick, the King-maker, Northumberland
and other great houses of ear
lier England, maintaining indie
pendent armies, and being independent of the
crown, and often openly in antagonism with
it; prejudiced by birth and interest against
any reforms, since these would lessen their
privileges-the Dsimios have been the great
Obstructionists to the spread of western civ
ilizatiOn in the empire. 1t is true, as in the
case Of Satsuma, that some among them
have sent their most ingenious youth to he
educated in this country and in Europe, and
have betrayed their expenses, and have in
troduced modern arms and arts. But all they
have done, or attempted, has been in order
to rivet their own powers more securely; to
defend their caste against the encroach-
ments of the Mikado on one hand and the
people on the other. 1t argues either ex-
treme danger or singular progress on the
part of the former, and no less wonderful
Improvement among the people that such
step as this should have been debated.
For hundreds of years the princely estate
has been strengthening its hold on the
country, and while its abolition will be an
eventful gain, the gain cannot be won with
out prolonged bloodshed. Satsuma, at all
events, is prepared for the trial.
And while so occupied Japan has to meet
the sudden seizure and occupation of the
Saghalien island by Russia. The island
has about the same area as Pennsylvania,
1850 square miles, and the southern half
has long been asort of japanese dependency,
the residue belonging to Russia. The Rus
sian desire for the whole grows out Of the
fact that the island, though thinly populat-
ed, poor, and chiefly dependent upon fish
cries, borders the coast of the AmoOr, from
which it is separated by the narrow channel
of Tartary. But Russia has been determ-
ined to have the whole, since she wrested
the northern portion from China.