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New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
ADJOURNMENT OF TIE LEGISLATURE


After a ftful and feverish session Of
sixty days, the General Assembly OF Louis
lana for 1872 adjourned sine die on Thurs
day night last. Like all other Genera!
Assemblies, this body possessed good and
bad material. 1t may have had corrupt
men in it-men who were selfish and
grasping-but as this is common fault
in legislative bodies, and with mankind
in general, it does not excite the especial
wonder of the truly wise and good. They,
while endeavoring to arrest evil and cor
rect the morals of society by setting good
examples in virtue and morality, are apt
to be charitable in viewing the conduct Of
others. 1t is the thief who is always ready
to cry thief; and in governmental affairs
the brazen demagogue is always the first
to cry out against those who have been
invested with power by the people.
We do not mean to apologize for the
shortcomings of the men who COM
posed the Louisiana Legislature of 1872;
but we mean to be just, and, while con-
demning their faults, give them credit for
the good they have done collectively. We
know their errors have been many, and at
times grievous to the public; but these
are the common lot of men, and have not
been confined to the representative men OF
any particular class orparty Of the people
Republicans and Democrats, black and
white men, are alike subject to the Ills that
flesh is heir to-be they more or less gi-ted
with intellectual powers and educational
advantages. If men who have been
elected to the Legislature have proved
recreant to their trust or inficient in the
discharge of their public duties, they
should be exposed to their constituents
and withdrawn from the public service in
the future. This is the proper way to
strike at evils existing in legislative
assembly.
The General Assembly of the State Of
Louisiana is a branch Of the government
thereof, and as such is entitled to the re-
spect and support of all good citizens.
Disgraceful conduct of members should
only attach to those who are at fault.
Viewing it in this light, We shall speak
of it accordingly, and if compelled to
speak of the shortcomings of individual
members We shall endeavor not to be IN
| just even to them. That there were men
in the Legislature just adjourned who
were not fit to be there is quite certain,
and we hope they Will not be sent back
there. But their being there does not
detract from the good acts of the
Legislature. A number of very i'm
portant laws have been passed-among
them an election law, registration law,
revenue law, general appropriation law,
license law, city funding law, and State
| funding law, beside number of other
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
ROUTE.

The procession will form in line at the positions
indicated precisely at ten O'clock A. NJ. The head
of the procession will move up Camp to Julia,
down Julia to Carondelet. up Carondeet to st. An
drew, up st. Andrew to Prytania, up Prytania to
First up First to Magazine down Magazine to Fee
Lefty, up Felicity to Annunciation, down Annun-
citation to Calliope, down Calliope to Magazine,
down Magazine to Julia, down Julia to st. Charles,
down st. Charles to Canal, across Canal to Royal,
down Royal to Esplanade, TO Casacalvo down Casa
calvo taMandeville up Vaudeville to Levee, up
LeveeV6 Esplanade, down Esplanade to Chartres
up Charities to Canal, to the Varieties Theatre
The Chief Engineer and Assistants will be sta
toned at the Clay Statue. As the companies ar
rive upon the ground they will promptly report
through their Marshals, to tie Assistant Ensn
GERS who will indicate their position. As soon as
the Assistant Engineers, have formed their
respective divisions they will report to the Chief
Engineer which being done, the Chief and Assist
ants will report in body to the Grand Marshal.
The formation being complete, the Chief Engin
Ger will direct twelve taps to be struck upon all
the bells connected with the Fire Alarm Telegraph,
as signal that the procession has moved.
The Marshals and Foremen of the various com
panies notified to be punctually on the ground
as the procession will positively at ten
o'clock.
Whenever a break occurs in the procession, the
Marshal of the Company at the point where the
break has taken place viii at once communicate
the fact to the Marshal preceding him, who, in like
manner will pass on the intelligence to the Grand
Marshal. As soon as the line is again closed, the
fact will at be dispatched in the same manner
to the head of the procession.
The Aids to the Grand Marshal will report to
him promptly at nine O'Clock A. NJ, at the corner
of Canal and Camp streets.
In the event that the weather prevents the pro-
cession from taking place, it will be indicated by
fifteen taps the fire alarm bells, repeated three
times. The procession viii then stand post oned.
Whenever the procession is halted along the line
of march, the companies requested to avoid the
railroad tracks much possible SO not to in
terrupt the running Of the
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

laws Of an important character. The city
| and State funding laws, together with the
economy observed by the Legislature in
its own expenses; and the reduced ex-
penses by law of every branch of the
State government, must have beneficial
effect on city and State securities. 1t is
understood the general appropriation law
| requires only one-half Of the revenue col
lected last year for the support of the
State government the ensuing year.
The expenses'Of the General Assembly
of 1871 We're near on to a million Of dol
lars. The expenses of the session Of 1872
will likely not exceed S250,0OO. Here are
great savings to the State and people, and
these savings will undoubtedly have
| very beneficial effect on State securities
! and the credit of the State and city, These
are matters that should not be forgotten
in speaking of the shortcomings of the
| Legislature of 1872. If at times
| it became necessary during the session of
that Legislature to remind members of
their occasional disgraceful conduct, the
people should also be informed of the
praiseworthy conduct of the General AS
| sembly of 1872. This is justice to the
State as we'll as individual members who
composed that Legislative body.
The adjournment of Legislature is
| never looked upon as public calamity.
On the contrary, it is apt to be hailed by
the people as blessing, particularly when
legislation is attended with great public
| excitement. Therefore, we feel justified
in saying that the people of Louisiana
| will breathe freer when they learn the
Legislature has adjourned; and it will be
well for them to recollect that they are
| responsible for the character of their
Legislature, and send only such men as
will faithfully represent them.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
THE FEDERAL OFFICE-HOLDERS' CONVBN-
TON


1t appears that the federal officials IN
Louisiana are already at work to manlpu-
late a convention in the interest Of their
master at Washington, and to SO arrange
it that while the popular will is completely
defeated, their own personal ambitio ns are
subserved and carried out. 1t was of
course anticipated that every possible aux
iliary would be employed to accomplish
their purposes, but even those most famil-
lar with the fraudulent practices the coali-
ton Of federal office-holders and Demo-
cratic aspirants for Office have inaugurated,
ever thought Of a scheme 50 utterly replete
with swindling expedients as that we shall
now proceed to reveal.
It is disclosed in a letter addressed by
United States Internal Revenue Assessor
Hardy. of Monroe, Louisiana, to J. Yves
lev Aiayfeld, of Columbia, Caldwell parish.
The initial paragraphs OF the letter state
the number of delegates the various
parishes are entitled to, and advises that
these delegates shall be selected IN man
ner novel in its originality. The first step
in Mr.. Hardy's programme is to lind the
State parish tax collector, and don't say
a word to him about the convention, but
get the names of five of six good, trust
worthy and leading Republicans (colored
men)-feel around them-get acquainted
with them-and before you leave the par
ish get yourself elected delegate to the
convention from that parish"
This course is to be pursued by every
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
AN ERUPTION OF ABUSE.

AS might have been expected, the Dem
ocratic press Of the city exhausts the vo-
cabulary of abuse upon the Legislature
since the adjournment of that body. The
Democratic press Of the country parishes
will take up the vapor and spread it
throughout the State, poisoning the pub
lie mind that it ought to instruct. The
Legislature does not deserve this wholesale.
condemnation, and no good can result to
the community from any such indiscrim-
mate scandalizing Of its agents. If the
press would do its duty faithfully and hon
estly, it would lay before the public fair
and just compilation of the measures that
have been adopted, censuring those that
are bad, and commencing those that are
good; and it would mention with favor the
men who have done their duty, while
it condemned those who have fallen
short Of their responsibility. To lavish
abuse upon all alike is to furnish the
guilty with the weapons Of the innocent
for their defense, since the bad will point
to the injustice Of the censure to prove its
unworthiness Of being accepted against
themselves. There were good men in the
Legislature, as every reasonable man in
the State knows, and yet the Times and
PicCgune have condemned these trust
worthy representatives to common de-
strlction with those that We're not worthy
to buckle the latchets on an honest mans
shoes Was this done through design to
weaken the faith OF the people i'll all
men which is a sure way to
still further degrade the political
mind: or was it done i'll
spirit of perverse and wicked spitefulness
and to pander to these prejudices which are
the accepted bases of the community at
present. AS the Republican party is al
most certain to continue in the ascendant
in this State for another four years, would
it not be better for the opposition to favor
the good men in the party by giving them
credit for ability and honesty, rather than
70 injure their capacity and influence by
denouncing them as no better than the
very corruptionists whom they are COM
PEELED to fight inside of their own party
organization? If the Republicans, who
are honest and sincere in their actions and
faithful to their principles, were supported
as they should be by the Independent por-
ton of the community, they would be
that much the stronger to protect the
State and correct the abuses that prevail
in politics. 1t ought to be apparent by
this time that abuse and utilization will
not kill the Republican party, and we sub
NIT that the opposition now try the other
remedy for while.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
MARKS TESTIMONIAL
COMMITTEE.

NEW ORLEANS, March ], J673.
The ceremonies arranged by this committee VII
take place at the Varieties Theatre Immediately
after the procession of the Fire Department tie
fourth March.
The doors of the theatre will be open for the no
ception Of the public at one o'clock.
The DIRE IS circle will be reserved exclusively bot
ladies with their escorts.
The following gentlemen are appointed reeep-
ton committee, and will have exclusive charge g
the theatre on the occasion:
F. RAWLE, of Pelican Hook and Ladder No. 4
Chairman.
MORRIS HART of Mississippi NO.. 2.
WARREN HOLMES, of American Hook and Lac
der No. 2.
CHARLES HEMARD of vigilant No. g.
WILLIAM K. McDERMOTT of Columbia Ne. s.
J. B. COTAYA of Phoenix No. g.
L. A. WILT, of Creole No. 8.
JAMES LYNCH, of Trad Ferry No r.
H. A. WEBER, of Perseverance No. 49,
D. NJ. KELLY, of Jackson No 10.
WILLIAM SOLOMAN Of Washington No. 2a.
J.v NORTON of Orleans No. q.
G. H. SCHREIBER, of Jefferson No. %,
OTTO THOMAN, of Chamette No. %.
H. MISSIONER, of Crescent No. "a.
JOHN MCCAFFREY,
mil st Chairman.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
ON CARONDELET STREET.

In cotton, the upward movement has been
postponed until next week, inasmuch as the
business still continues at a low ebb, and
the current once more sets in favor of buy
ers. The oracle has spoken unfavorably,
and has announced eleven pence as the
controlling rate in Liverpool.
The sales of stocks are very few, and the
interchanges of dealing called market
amount to very little.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Mr.. George B. Loud, of the lbervllle
Ne,-s. has our thanks for New York papers
of Wednesday, in advance of the mail.
Mr.. Loud has just returned from Boston,
which city he left Sunday evening, and ar
rived here on the midnight train OF the
jackson railroad Thursday night.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The President, it is understood, has deter
mined to appoint as collector of the port OF
Philadelphia Z. A. Souder, retired mef-
chant. an old-time Abolitionist and straight
Republican, a member of the Board OF
Trade, Seamen's Society, Bankers and Brok-
nrc' L Ychanra-
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The four Fijian cannibals recently IN
this city were exhibited at the Aston House
in New York q few days since, under the
ausnices of Mr.. Barnum, to hundred and
fifty friends. The Tribune says: The
Fiians were literally daubed with paint,
and displayed ostrich and peacock feathers
on their heads. They performed war
dances to the accompaniment OF monoto-
nous songs. The dwarf varied the enter
tainment by playing on flute through his
nose The time was as enlivenins as varla-
tions on two notes possibly could be-
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Mr.. Joseph w. Briggs, the special agent
of the Postoffice Department, who had IN
charge the establishment OF the tree-iettef-
carrier system throughout the entire United
States, died in Cleveland, Ohio, on Friday
of last week. Mr.. Briggs established the
free delivery system and street letter boxes
in New Orleans.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The Ottumwa Courier says: A post
norton examination proved that the heart
of the late ex-senator Grimes was one mass
of disease, which, if it had been detected
by his physicians, had been for months be-
vond the reach of human skill"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

A New England engineer lately dreamed
that one of the forward trucks of his en-
CINE was cracked. When he awoke he had
a premonition lest his dream might prove
true and thought he would go down to see
that everything was right. On examining
the engine at the engine-house he found
the truck precisely in the same condition as
he had seen it in his dream, and another en-
cine had to be substituted in its stead.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Mrs. Fairs last interviewer writes req
u.rv II. Since the welcome intelligence OF
a new trial being granted, Mrs. fair mas
wonderfully improved in appearance mes
checks have gained something of color. Inc
expression of utter abandonment wnlcn The
wore on the occasion of her suit with Df'
Trask has disappeared, and bright hope
full light now beams in her eyes, ane
woman has evidently undergone perfect
change The prospect of an impending
death of disgrace on the .gallows, succeeded
hv i. new lease of life and hope OF ultl-
,c.te acouittal. have wrought complete
transformation.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The cabmen of Rome recently INDUCED IN
a strike and their grievance was that the
authorities enjoined more seemly apparel
and that they should provide themselves
with certificates of good character. Inc
former requirement might have been en-
dured, but the latter involved badge OF
seryitude that the Roaan Jehus repudiated
with great scorn. There, as elsewhere
oood character seems to be regarded as in
compatible with the avoeation, and a lofty
professional pride rose in rebellion But
r., Gilman had to surrender at last.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Our ''calico' contemporary denounces
as ''sop and snare the resolution to
grant as gratuity per diem and mileage
to the revolutionary disorganizers of the
late Legislature. The Picayune wants it
given to them as right. 1t sees no OBJ
lection to robbing the State if done by its
friends.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

In honor of his seventeen birthday, the
Rev. DR.. Bacon was, on Monday, rendered
a reception at New Haven, at which the
Doctor said: From the beginning OF my
official ministry I spoke without reserve
from the pulpit and elsewhere, against
slavery as wrong and curse Threatening
disaster and ruin to tie nation
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The block coal fields Of Indiana are 100
miles in length, and from five to thirty IN
width. They extend from Attica to the
Ohio river. and include Clay, Greene,
Daviess and Spencer counties.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

William bingham, a cigar dealer, Is the
luckiest man in Baltimore Three months
since he received handsome sum by the
death of a relative: few weeks ago he
drew fine prize in the Havana lottery;
and on Thursday last discovered IN the
cellar of house lie recently purchased five
canvas bags of gold and silver, valued at
$1,000
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Four young gentlemen of Dubuque pro-
pose to start from that city for Cuba on the
opening of navigation in boat twenty-five
feet in length and six feet beam, to be all
sent four years. They intend to lay in a
stock of provisions sufficient to last six
months, and will go from Dubuque directly
to the Gulf of Mexico. Keeping close to
the coast, they will sail around the gulf to
the shores of Florida, thence to Havana.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Yesterday was stormy, disagreeapie
day, when New Orleans had the variety OF
thunder, rain, cold winds and muddy
streets. 1t was bad for business, and worse
for the dispositions of nervous people.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Two respectfully dressed young men out
ragged the feelings of those present at the
execution of Traviss, at Toronto, by going
on the scaffold, pIor to the arrival OF the
officials. and playing with the moose.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

knowing that life at best is but span,
the prudent Boston merchants who have
subscribed to the guarantee fund OF the
Jubilee enterprise have got Mr.. Gilmore's
span insured for the sum of 100000 for SIX
months. For this purposs policies have
been taken out in fifteen offices, and Messrs.
Oliver Ditson, Samuel Little and Joseph +.
Paul have been appointed trustees.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

In order TO hasten the assessment and
collection of the income tax for 1871, the
Internal Revenue Bureau is using all of the
old blanks WHICH were left over from last
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Senator Sumner assures his Hebrew con-
stituents that he will have pleasure and
sympathy in presenting petition against
recognizing Christianity in the constitution
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Dan Rice, after all his ups and downs,
has had another down. His personal prop
erty in Erie county, Pennsylvania, is adver-
tised for sale by the sheriff.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

In an old cemetery, at the western end
of St. Louis, is a moss-covered tombstone
on which single hand points heavenward'
surmounting the inscription, ''Gone Up"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The Louisville Commercial says of the
defunct Ledger, that it unfortunately for it
self chose an unpopular side in every issue,
political or otherwise.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

In fashionable society now kid gloves are
frequently attached to the eighteen buttons
which ladies wear on their wrists and arms.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Two or three colored organizations
marched down Camp street yesterday al
ternoon about five o'clock, with Mr.. Henry
CLAY at their head.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

The Export Mercantile Adrertsef ana
British Price Current for February Is re-
ceived 1t is published monthly. at London
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Three meteoric pebbles, weighing from
ten to forty nine thousand pounds apiece,
have been transported from Greenland to
COpenhagen.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

An Illinois minister reproved party OF
lads who were playing cards in church by
some timely remarks regarding the last
trump.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Jefferson. Texas, is the Pittsburg of the
State. 1t contains several iron furnaces
and works supplied by ores near at hand.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Jackson Steam Engine Company Ne ls.
Washington Steam Engine Company No. 20.
Pelican Hook and Ladder Company No, 4.
Orleans Engine Company No. 81.
Exempt Society of Jefferson Engine Company
No. %.
jefferson Steam Engine Company No. q.
Exempt Society of Chalmette No. %.
Chalmette Engine Company No 20.
Crescent Steam Engine Company No "a.
The above companies will constitute the Fourth
Division which will form the north side of Canal
street, head resting Chartres street, extending
east under the supervision of Assistant Engineer
O. C. WILLIAMSON.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
Franklin Steam Engine Company Mo- 8, of Mobile
Philadelphia Steam Engine Company No. "A.

Philadelphia Steam Engine Company No. "a.
Fourth Division.
jackson Steam Engine Company No. ID.
Washington Steam Engine Company No. ~.
Pelican Hook and Ladder Company No. 4.
Orleans Engine Company No. Il.
Exempt Society of Jefferson Engine Company No
u.
Jefferson Steam Engine Company No. %.
Exempt Society of Chalmette No. %.
Chalmette Steam Engine Company No. %.
Crescent Steam Engine Company No. "a.
/. N. MARKS,
mil 4t2p Grand Marshal.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02

Mineburs Engine Company No..
Lafayette Hook and Ladder Company No. /.
Torrent Steam Engine Company No. S. Of Mobile.
Mississippi Steam Fire Company No. 2.
vigilant Steam Fire Company No. 3.
American Hook and Ladder Company No. 2.
Columbia Engine Company No. S.. Z,
Louisiana Hose Steam Engine Company.
Mechanics Engine Company Nos.
Eagle Steam Engine Company Not.
The above companies will constitute the Second
Division, which will form on the south side of
Canal street head resting on Camp street, extend
ing east under the supervision of Assistant Engi.
neer CHARLES L. VOLZ.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-03-02
REFUSING & ERNEST.

DREUSING & ERNEST,
ID III. Breusing,} (Arthur J. Errest)
UPHOLSTERERS AND FURNITURE DEALERS
Carpets, Mattings and Oil Cloths cleaned and
laid. Furniture covers made TO order All orders
will receive prompt atteation, and satisfaction
guaranteed
No. go Julia street, between Raronne and Dry
AIDES, New Orleans. nos "