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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
CHICAGO.

CHICAGO, January PA meeting O.
the STOCKHOLDERS Of the Great Western
Telegraph Company will be held here
on Tuesday, by order Of Court, and an
election of officers held. 1t is believed
that the Company will be reorganized SO
as to be relieved Of its present embar
easements and become successful. y
has lines from Chicago to Milwaukee
from Chicago to Omaha and down to
Kansas City, and from Chicago to
Springfield.
A Pontiac, Mich, paper gives details
of the suicide of young man named
Leste Arnold aud the attempted suicide
with him Of young woman named Nettie
Howard. The girl, who has recovered
says Leste, having called at her home,
proposed that they commit suicide. She
assented, took her night dress and went
with him to his rooms in his father s
house. They took morphine and went
to bed in each Others arms. Leste died
but the girl recovered very speedily. II
is believed by some that she did not take
the morphine.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
uo.,,n,e cr,me Attempted.

A white woman named Sarah Howell
residing In Nobody's Block" near the
nayy.yard. was brought before the no
cordsr to-day on the charge Of attempt
ing 10 bring about and encouraging the
seduction Of little orphan girl aged
twelve years. The mother OF the little
girl died recently in St. Louis Of small
pox, aud the child reached this city two
weeks ago in search Of relatives when
she was taken charge Of by the woman
Howell. The facts Of the case are unit
for publication. Recorder Winters com.
mitted Sarah Howell to jail in default Of
5000 bail. The little girl is at the sta
tion.house in charge of Chief Athy'
awaiting the call Of some good samari-
tan to take charge Of her
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
southern Patents.

List OF patents issued to Southern in
ventors for the week ending 3lst Decem-
Der, 1872. Reported for the LEDGER by
R. S. & A. P. Lacey, Patent Attorneys
Washington, d. D.:
No.l34,345. Button-holing attachment
for sewing machines; S. j. Baird
Waynesborough, Va.
No. 1882. Strengthening windlassi
N. Bremen Baltimore, Nd.
No. 1874, 1854. Galvanic battery; A. g.
David, Baltimore, Nd.
No. l34,377. Plow; c. Hartzell, St
Joseph, No.
l3l, 379. Coal hOd; L. w. Hemp, St
Louis, No.
No. l34, 1888. Combined crusher, cult
vator and harrow; j. B. Mclean, Frank
lin, Ky.
timore, Nd.
No. is4, 4Ol. ventilstor; P. l. sehOpp
Louisville, Ky.
No. 34,4O5. Depurator; L. W. wer
ner, ST. Louis, No.
No l34,4ll. Device for making arti
hcial honey-cOmb; j. Nllliamsi bean
station, Tenn.
No. l34,444. Insect trap; J. W. stell
Gonzales, Texas.
No. l3445l. Gin-saw fling nachinei
L. NJ. Asbill, Ridge, 5. c.
No. l34.47l. Bumper spring; :. j.
Frazee. Louisville, Ky.
No. l34,476. Combined harvester and
thrasher; w. B. Hubbard, Arlington de.
pot, Va.
No. l3l,4 Car brake; James B. Pei
ton, Mt Pleasant Nd.
No. l34,4ss. Not fastening; A. NJ.
Rouse, ST. Louis. No.
No. l34,4s2. Wood pavement; F. H.
Smith, Washington, D. c.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
ADJUSTMENTS.

MeMPHns THEArER.-To-night Mrs, ID.
LIP. Bowers, supported by Mr.. MeCollum'
will commence an engagement in Lady
Audley's Secret. Mrs. Bowers is lead
ing tragodienne, aud most popularin our
city. She has never failed during her
Memphis engagements TO draw large and
fashionable houses. During the week she
will appear in the following sterling
PLAYS, Marie Stuart, Love's Masquerade,
East Lynne, Marie Antoinette, Lucretia
Borgia, Katherine and Petrucio. There
will be feast Of the legitimate drama
presented at the theater this week, and
this fact will bring out the amusement
seekers in full force. Those desiring
good seats had better visit the box-otice
and make selections.
Mrs. Bowers played an engagement OF
three weeks at St. Louis to full houses
nightly. The St. Louis Republican OF
the Oath has the following;
Full houses are nightly in attendance
on Mrs. Bowers performance at the
Olympic, the very unfavorable weather
Notwithstanding The weather could
not be worse and the attendance could
not we'll be better. The actress has
reached that acme Of power which en-
ables her to triumph over the warning
elements, and reyel in an appreciative
world of her own making. Loves Mas
ouerade," which she gave on Wednesday
night, is an exceedingly fine comedy,
and in no other part in her universal
repertoire does Mrs. Bowers appear to
better advantage than in Donna Diana;
The dialogue Of Loves Masquerade
is sparkling, the play is well constructed
and the situations are novel and exceed
ingly effective. We suggest that Mrs
Bowers ought to cultivate this play, and
make it great feature of her perform
ances, even at the expense of Lady
Audley," and to the exclusion of Ca
mile" and East Lynne" if necessary
In 'Love's Masquerade" Mr.. McCollum
finds his very best part, Don Caesar, and
he plays it royalty. Having seen him
in It, we are bodnd to say he is line
actor. A commanding appearance is
absolutely essential to the proper per-
formance of the role, aud he looks Don
Caesar to perfection.
GRAND OPERA oUsE.-High and low
comedy will prevail at the Opera House
during the week. Mr.. John E. Owens,
the best Of American comedians, will
appear tonight in Everybodys Friend
and Scion Shingle. As "Solon Shingle"
Mr.. Owens stands without rival; it is
his specially and in the portrayal OF
which he excels. As Major de Boots
he also stands unrivaled. During the
week the following sterling comedies will
be produced: Heir at Law, HappieSt
Day of Ny Life, Victims, Toodles, Poor
Gentleman. The lovers of standard
comedies will have an opportunity to
indulge in a weeks enjoyment. Mr..
Owens vii, be supported BY his own
company, which he has engaged and Sc
lected for this purpose during his tour
in the provinces. Seats should be secured
in time by those desiring to attend.
OLYMPIC THEATER.-The Washington
Street Olympic has been a success under
the able management of Mr.. Buchanan,
who spares no expense in securing star
performers. Tonight and during the
present week, number Of new stars
will appear in new songs and dances.
Manager Buchanan. The Olympic is
the only variety show open in the city at
present.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

We are glad to see that the status of
railroads, in relation to the States
through which they pass, is becoming
the subject of public investigation. 1t is
only by placing them upon the same
footing with turnpikes, that their dan
gerous influence over the great interests
Of the country can be neutralized. A
monopoly of any sort contains the germ
of mischief, and the monopoly of rail-
roads, already built up with immense
capital, is dangerous power that can
not be too speedily checked Cldrks-
riLLs Chronicle. 25ts.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
DRIVER WELLS, ls jefferson st.

For few dollars useless stoves can
be made as good as new, at 7. S. Jukes'
1923 Second street. Repairing burnt-out
stoves a speciality. eod.l2S
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

Notice to Contractors.

ovrrcr o. VIcKsBURq AND NASHVILLE X. r. I
OEoLOSA. Mss. January sth.
mHE EARTH GRADUATION on. THk
Vicksburg and hnhville railroad oe-
fe-esr Gronada and Graysport ~ sectional
smcnntine 20 10 900 cubic yards. 4 offered iei
c0rfrnct until February 18th, 1873. Bids
vri1 Be considered Tor any less amount
Parties can examine profile and fpeci d
--firrr AZ the comrsny'g once IN Qke-
i0ra. Nisl., o. AZ the City EnFIneer's once,
Ncmuhif. The company reserve TIE rght %
rrisrf am or 40 bids.
81 order Of the President
rl-i57 W. s. MOON, Chief kngineer.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
FOREIGN.

LONDON, January PA dispatch
from Lisbon officially announces the
loss Of the steamship Erie, of the United
States and Brazil Mail Company. The
dispatch states that the Erie was burned
at sea near Pernambuco. All baggage,
mails, etc., lost The passengers were
aavad
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

Mn. T. W. DAvrr, manager Of the
Grand Opera House. not having received
any information from Mr.. Ovens and
company. and they having to come on
the same train from ST. Louis with Mrs.
Bowers company, the Grand Opera
House will probably share the same fate
as the Memphis Theater.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
why some HoteIs are Unpopular.

What is the most common complaint
with guests against first. class hotelsH
Nine old travellers out of ten can give
you the fault formula in minute. About
as follows: registered my name, and
they gave me room at the top of the
house, and charged me as much as If had
the best room on the lowest floor. Major
General Buncombe had the best room in
the house and didn't pay any more than
did" 1t will be positively refreshing
to our readers to know that there is one
first.class hotel at least on Broadway,
New York, that has taken a stand
against this unsatisfactory and WORKOUT
system, and charges less for the upper
floors than the lower, and allows the
guests to choose for themselves.
The Grand Central Hotel, under the
iudicious management Of II. l.. Powers,
adopted this ineomparably the best sys-
tenn at the start, and it is being better
appreciated every day. The Grand Cen
trail has now taken the lead Of all New
York hotels, in its arrivals as well as
other respects It's prices are 50, s. 80
and 81 per day. An elegantly furnished
room, meals at all hours, from early
morn till midnight, and the use Of the
finest elevator in the world for So per
day is very comfortable. 1t reminds one
Of old times, and fosters q feeling OF
peace with our neighbor and all the
world beside.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
LATEST TELEGRAMS.
AnEuoAE Pass AaaooiLyloH, VA o. p 4 A.
fnLnonArH oonPAHf.
specials 20 ths Ledter.
NASHVILLE.

Special 10 the LEDGER
NASHVILLE, January 27.-The Houae
met this morning. but quorum not be-
ing present, adjourned until tomorrow
morning. lI
The funeral Of General Jas. Matloek,
an old resident Of Nashville, occurred
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

PAUL WRIGHT, the enterprising news
dealer whose emporium is located at No
2s6 Main street, has all the latest papers
and periodicals, and the very best oil
cigars. Give him a call. ~ -a- i
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

FREsn Canadian oat meal, sweet cider,
pure strained aud comb honey, and a
full line OF extra family groceries, at J,
Devoto's, corner Of Third and Adams
streets list
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

MASsFoED, corner Second and Mon-
roe. has made a great reduction IN the
price Of papers. II people do not buy
news At his low price, he should encour-
age literature BY giving papers free TO
az Who ask. list
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

A bill has been introduced in the
Tennessee Legislature providing for a
State Constitutional Convention in
1874. There is no need for q con-
stitutional convention, and we trust
the bill will BE defeated. The constitu-
ton which we now have was framed by
the ablest body that ever assembled in
the State, and ratified by the people by
an overwhelming majority; and it is
scarcely possible to get another framed
with so few Objectionable features. The
clause relating to corporations and
counties voting for railroads, which re-
uuires three-fourths majority, might
be bene6cially amended so as to allow
civil districts to vote for subscriptions
separately, but it is not matter of suf-
fcient Importance to justify the neces-
sity Of burdening our already tax-rldden
people with the heavy expenses which
constitutional convention would incur.
The law was but the natural result at
the time of a reaction against Radical
extravaganza which had well reduced
Tennessee to state of bankruptcy
Columbia Herald, 24th.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

The celebrated Fitzhugh Broiiers'
best I'm use, are for sale by Prince
& co., 1876 Main street. Every
hOusekeePer should have ono. II
not satisfactory money returned.
100
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

DUM0NT-0n the 18th inst. Miss JOSEPH
INE DUNoSr. aged q years.
Her friends and acquaintance are respect
fully invited to attend her funeral this MON
DAY) afternoon. at "a o'clock, from 2291z
Second street. un Ua
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

THr Brownsville Bee is decidedly in
favor Of good aud liberal free school
system. The influential papers Of the
State are almost unit on this question.
It remains to be seen what system the
General Assembly deems practicable
and most efficient. This is really the
most important subject that will have to
be considered by our Legislators at this
session, and we sincerely trust that wise
counsels and liberal ideas will prevail.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

DICKS national, Sc Madison street,
irst.class saloon formerly Old Ma
tional. Open day and night. 100
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

In consequence OF the nop-arri.
val OF MRS. nOaers and company,
there viii be NO performance az
the Memphis Theater to.nfEht' .
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

Insure with the Memphis City Fire
and General Insurance CO.j ONCE 10
Madison street. I20-ll5
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
CLEARED LAND T
ASSOCIATION.
ASSOCIATION.
NJ nc M H HIS
Building and Savings Association
con the Ola Philadelphia Plan"

GEC0ND CALL ON SHARES ARE DUE
- and payable on or before February 8, 1878.
At " p,m., payable ct the Secretary's Office
No. A. Madison street lbasementl. Parties de
sirous Of joining q frst-class Association arc
invited 70 call and procure a copy Of the con-
stitutisn and bylaws, gratis.
few more shares for sale. 81 each share per
month. The second stated monthly meeting
will be held on MONDAY, February. 1873, at
out 70 the shareholders. The share-holders
are requested 20 attend all the meetings.
Oaicers Of the Association for ls73.
@. II. JUDAH. President.
DR.. A. SZERENYI. Vice President.
L. LEVY. Treasurer.
S. STURM. Secretary.
DIRECroRs; B. Eissnan, j. p. Duke, II. G.
steever, s Hesse. Inward Goldsmith. Js. Ma
than. J.. schyak Aug. Berion. IA. setssel. ST..
u. and y. lehman, Attorney. lH-iE
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27

THr Modoc war which RACES 20 some
extent between the United States o.
America and remnant Of the aboriginel
known as Modocs, while small affair ia
point Of numbers engaged, is neyerthe'
less curious Bit of contribution to our
national history. The Modocs live on
the con6nes Of Oregon aud refuse 10 go
into the reservation set apart for them
by our government. They are COM
manded by an Indian known as Captain
Jack, who knows his ground aud keeps
his one thousand warriors well in hand.
The first aud second attempts to dislodge
him have proved eminently unsuccessful,
as two or three companies Of United
States can testify. Thus far our forces
have been commanded by officers Of the
line; but II there is any glory to be
reaped, we may expect that some one Of
higher rank will repair to the front and
carry of the laurels OF the final and
decisive victory. The Indians die game,
and as they are assisted by few white
renegades and have good supply OF
guns and powder, partly purchased and
chiefly captured from the whites in the
late engagement, we may reasonably ex-
pect some further bloodshed before this
matter is settled and these wild men of
the forest driven into reservation,
where some Indian agent can draw full
pay for half feeding and clothing them.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-01-27
Mr. John =. Owens.

whose name is associated in the minds Of all
intsiIigent play-goers with the greatest dra-
matte triumph ever achieved in Europe 81
America. supported By his own Dramatic
Combination, expressly engaged to support
aim during his tour Of the country. bnure
change each performance.
MONDAY, Jan. 27-COyne's celebrated COM
eiV' In three acts. entitled ENER1 BOD1'S
FRIEND and sOL0N sHINGLk; MI. owen,
Tnesdsv. Jan. 28-COleman's famous com
adv In three acts, Of the HEIR-AT-LAW. and
WlbPIEST DAY OF MY LIFE; Mr.. Ovens
A. . DR.. Peter Pangloss, Ii. D., and ASS"
@i Wled5s.dS s' Jan. 2a-vIcTIMS aRd s0LOA
SINGLE: Mr.. Owens as BUTTERFLY and
"Solon Single" o,,,r,-, ,,.,,r,,pr,
Saturday, 80 2 p.m.-QMkNS MATINEE
Sosts secured az days ~ adEance:
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

AMvSHBTHMTs.
.&A~~@Al
BOOTH.

FOOTE'S THKATRK. bOOTH
- LAST WEEK BUT ONE
Mr. EDWIN BOOTH
Every evening during the week,
MR. EDWIN BOOTH
LUCIUS JUNIUS BRUTUS
IN John Howard Payne's Tragedy Of
r.sr BRUTuS; OR, THE FALL OF rARQUiM;
LAST IN BOOTH MATINEE BUT ONE on SATUKDAf,
10 accommodate the demand for places the Box sheet
VIII ~ opened for the remaining nights OF Mr. Booths
at the Theatre, or at DitsOn Co.'S Music
On Monday evening February s. the popular comedian
mr.. WILLIAM J. FLORENOB, will make his first ap
pearance ct this theatre in his and original
cnsrncter or BOB BRIERLY, In Tom Tayor's beautiful
moral drama of the TICKET or LEAVE MAN. .
OLYMPIC. ALEXANDRA.
~ Every evening. wednesday and Saturday Matinee.
BRILLIANT SUCC ESSi BRIT.LTANT SUCCESS II
Of re grand, comic spectacular Legend, entitled
ALhAmBhA ALEXANDRA.
ALHAMBRA; XLHAkBRA.
ALMAMBRA. 80 "'"''',u' ana my'n0 oa HhH8HhBRA.
Martens in the famous "cat Dues and violin SOLE
ALHAMbkA a.. ALEXANDRA.
ALEXANDRIA. ALEXANDRA
ALEXANDRA. ALEXANDRA.
Gorgeous Costumes novel mechanical Effects,
ALHAMRRA. ALEXANDRA.
ALHAMBRA. POPULAR PRICES. ALEXANDRA.
Admission 5Oc. Secured Seats0Oc. and 81 extra
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

re WEST WASHINGTON PLACE, NEAR SIXTH
fO svenue.-Pleasant. furnished Rooms fourth
floor. let with Board, to family single gentlemen.
Also table Board.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

ICD STREET, WEST, pa DESIRABLE LOCATION
I'D halt block from Broadway.-Doube and single
Rooms, Tor families gentlemen. at reduced prices pr
vate table II desired. Unexceptionable references
changed
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

90 CLINTON PLACE.-LARGE AND SMALL ROOMS
CeC Ia let, with Board hot air and every modern
HcnenCe
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

% IRVING PLACE, CORNER OF SIXTEENTH
s).) street, directly opposite Westminster Hotel-Fur
nshed Rooms with or without Board, to families an'
single gentlemen
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

NEW ENGLAND HOTEI-3O BOwERY, CORNER OF
IN Bsyard street: 200 light Rooms, neatly furnished
Soc G0c. night 81 " 81 per week for gentlemen
only
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

Cd TIL STREET NEAR BRoADwAY.-ro LET, WITH
sDt Board, large pleasant Room. fourth floor front
closet fire and gas. $50 West Thriy-lourh street.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

GOD STREET, BETWEEN FIFTH AND SIXTH AVE
~ nucs-A handsomely furnished Suit OF Rooms
with first class table. Apply for references at Everett
Library, 588 Sixth avenue.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

A e WEST FOURTEENTH STREBT.-LARGE FDU nth
LfO story Back Room and adjoining Hall Room; also
Hall Room third moor TO let, with rsi class Board to
four gentlemen.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

yVANTED-BY A YOUNG GENTLEMAN, A Bed
w room, above Fourteenth street west side. with
Breakfast. Address, with particulars and price, ID. r.,
box lS7 Herald office.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23
BOARD AND LODGING WANTED.

N lady in gentee house, at $ll per week, includn
CRATE fire and below Thirtieth street prefe rrcd
ercnces Address, stating particulars, PERMANEN
HOME. Herald office.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

e(STH STREET, wEsT--LARGE FRONT ROOM, WITT
P)C excellent Board, fire and light SIS week, fol
two house private. Can al 3.9 West Thirty NH street
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23
AMUSEMENTS.

NBLO's GARDEN NIBLO'S GARDEN
IN Lessces and Managers JARRETT PALMER
OVERWHELMING SUCCESS
LEO AND LoTOS, LEO AND L0TOS,
.ouo,,, Acknowledged to be the most
GOR9kOUS PAGEANT EVER SEEN ON THE STACK
SINGING, DANCING, SCENERY, COSTUMES.
hosiC; LI1hTs. TRANSFORMATIONS, vARlETlkA
Every evening at Performance closes at II O'CLOCK
Stages and cars ~ all parts OF the city waiting
SATURDAY MATINEE AT HALF-PAST ONE
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

10TH STREET. NEAR IRVING PLACE-TwO HAND
IL some connecting Rooms, furnished and newly car
peted and with sunny exposure, be had with Board
At 100 East Nineteenth street
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

no WEST TWENTY FOURTH STREET, OPPOSITE
II ~ Fifth Avenue Hotel-An elegant suit OF Rooms TO
bet with without Board, to party OF gentlemen also
single Rooms
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

I1ST strict, 265 wEsT.-TO LET, WITH BOARD,
I'll nicely furnished front Parior, suitable for gentl
man ana wife, or II few gentlemen also cumfortab
front Room third story; private bath, hot and col
water; terms moderate.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

90 CLINTON PLACE.-FURNIsHED PARIOR
~ also several Rooms on the third floor, with or
without Board.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

yVANTED-A GENTLEMAN DESIRES A WE'LL FUR
W nished Room, with without Board: terms mus
be moderate. Address v L. o., Herald Office.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1873-01-23

90 WEST TWELFTH STREET NEAR FIFTH AVE-
20 me.-With Board second foor) handsomely fur
nshed Parlor and three Bedrooms will together or
separately; also ono single Room house first class
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1873-05-22
Death Of Mr.. Ames.
! ours very truly,
JASPER PACKARD.

BosToN, MASS, May S.-Oakes Ames
died at 8: 80 to night. He died peacefully,
surrounded by the members of his family.
The funeral takes place on Sunday.
lOakes Ames was born in Easton. Bris-
tol County, Mass, Jan 10, 1904, and dur
ing the whole period of his life has been
manufacturer. Oakes and Oliver Ames
composed the company which manusact-
ured the celebrated "Ames shovel" and
these works are among the largest indus
trial establishments of the country. The
little town of North Easton owes its ex-
istence almost entirely to the successful
business enterprise and industry of the
Ames brothers. Oakes was for two years
a member of the Executive Council of the
Governor of Massachusetts, and in 1862
was elected representative in Congress
from the Second Congressional District
OF his native State, composed of parts of
the counties of Bristol, Norfolk, and Ply
mouth. He has been continuously
member OF Congress from the date of his
hrst election, serving on the Committees
on the Pacific Railway and Manufactures.
lie was largely interested in the construc-
ton of the Pacific Railway, and owing to
the embarrassments arising out of their
engagements in that great undertaking he
failed along with his brother, for an
amount reported TO be in the neighbor-
hood of S7000,0GQ An extension of
time by his creditors placed him on his
feet again, and the successful completion
of the Pacific Road enabled HIM to re-es-
tablish his business on sound basis.
The unfortunate prominence he acquired
pending the recent Credit Mobilier inves-
tigation needs no amplifcation now; the
public have made up their minds very
thoroughly as to the character of his,
IN that scandalous attempt to blacken the
reputation of a dozen or more of the most
honored and trusted public men Of the
present day, to furthera scheme-as many
belle ye-nct altogether the most reput-
able