The Andrew County Republican. [volume] (Savannah, Mo.) 1871-1876, 1872-02-07
Bagdad, at the mosth of the Rio Grande,

Bagdad, at the mosth of the Rio Grande
was pilaged by thirty or forty outlaws OF
the Sd inst. They claim to be revolution
lists, but are only robbers under Juan Por
taga and Sanchez Wreste, who were refu
gees in Texas until few days since, whel
they crossed the Rio Grande at Ranchita
raised men, stole horses and robbed houses
in which one of the party was killed. They
intended capturing steamer at Bagdat
with money, but failed. Their raid has NJ
| significance, except to show the weakness
Of the authorities and the lawlessness of tn.
country.
The War Department has decided te
strengthen Fort Pulaski, below Savannah
and the forts in Charleston harbor. The
walls OF Pulaski will be surrounded with
earth, and the latter will be the principal
material used in restoring the works al
Charleston.
Foreign.
Gladstone and Disraeli have sent circulars
to their Supporters in Parliament begging
them to be present at the opening on the
9Th proximo, as the important business of
the election of a speaker will demand their
attention. ,.
A deputation from the anti-slave trade so
ciety waited on Earl Granville, and made
representations in regard to Spain's non
observance of the treaty for the suppression
of the slave traffic. Lord Granville in re-
ply said it was indisputablc that Spain had
infringed upon the treaty, but the matter
was too delicate for the Interference of Eng
land at present, Spain having an insurrcc-
ton on her hands. The British minister at
Madrid was doing his utmost to secure the
observance Of all treaties and obligations.
His Lordship in conclusion said he would
consult with his colleagues before taking
steps or pronouncing sn opinion as to the
conduct of Spain.
The London Telegraph of the Nih says:
" Mr.. Scudamore reports that the total num-
Der OF messages forwarded from the postal
telegraph stations in the United Kingdom
last week was 2I7 ,5ls, being an increase of
81 400 over the corresponding period last
year."
Mr.. DLrymple, N. r., who recently made
a tour of inspection of the inebriate asy-
lRns In the United States, intends to bring
the results of his observations before Parlia-
ment. He proposes to secure additional in
by introducing early in the ses-
sion motion to empower a committee OF
the House of Commons to invite leading
Americans to give evidence before 1t as to
and progress Of the inebriate asy-
ums In their country.
The election excitement In Kerry, Ireland,
'uns dangerously high. 1t Is reported that
Fenians are organizing mobs to support
the home rule candidate,
md that the priests are threatened with vio-
ence.
Bright has written letter to "The o.
Donoughue" denouncing the home rule.
All places OF business in Paris, will be
,losed on the 2Sth inst, the anniyers-
Try of the capitulation of the city.
The National Assembly, having voted
Igainst imposing tax on raw material,
'ouyer Quertier has definitely resigned
lis portfolio as Minister of Finance.
1t is understood that Theirs has decided |
o abstain, hereafter, from participation In |
he debates of the Assembly except on i'm
'ortant occasions. 1t is reported that dur
ng the crisis caused by the fear of Theirs
agents of the Imperialists circu-
lted among the officers of the army, and |
ought to ascertain their disposition to-
Yards the empire, and whether there was
ny feeling in favor Of restoration.
The members of the party Of the Right Gen.
er in the Matt onal Assembly offered to sup
ort Marshal Mcmahon for Vice President
the French Republic, but the Marshal de-
lined to be candidate. 1t Is believed that
he President of the Assembly will be chosen
ice President.
The committee of the Assembly are ready
D report in favor of the abrogation of the
treaty with Great Britain.
The Count de Paris intends to visit the
'ount de Chambord, when an attempt will
G made to reconcile their conflicting politl-
al interests.
The court OF Appeal has sentenced Victor
lace, late French consul general at New
'ork, to two years. Imprisonment and
ne of two thousand francs.
The list OF Prussian members of Parlia-
lent has been published, comprising 42O
ames Q2 seats being vacant.) The Con-
,rvative party numbers 107 the Liberal
40; the National Liberal,
l6 !; the Progressive party, 49; the Polish,
}. Twenty-Five members have Joined no
Iction. Among the twelve vacant seats
lere are two for Schleswig Holstein held
y the Danes, Kruger and Ahlmapp, who re-
lse taking the German oaths.
Senior Herrara, the ministe rial candidate
n President Of the Spanish Cortes having
cen defeated, the cortes have been dis
lived.
A stormy scene followed the reading OF
le decree of dissolution. The house SEEM
to be taken by surprise and the members
ere unable to conceal their indignation.
assionate speeches were made, which were
aswered with derisive cries by the few
of the ministry. One deputy ex-
aimed, "The time has come for the barri-
ldes." The greatest uproar and confu-
on followed, amid which the sitting was
eclared at an end. The people generally
'mpathize with the deputies, and demand
le retirement Of the present government.