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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1873-08-20
COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REPORT TO THE SEC
RErARY OF THE NAVY.
BY 4 BOIRD or OFFICERS,
As to The merits % the
~ II ~ Al ~ ~ ~ a.
CHEMICAL ENGINE;
L. S. NAVY Yam. NEW Youi

NAVY YARD May 9TH, 1873.
Piee-idmira! s. C. RoiraH, U. S. NJ Commanding, etc.
SIR In obedience 10 your order OF the Goth ultimo
we have made sgch experiments with the Chemical
Engine brought 10 this yard by Mr. a. c. Gibbs on the
st Inst as were convenient and necessary 10 enable
us TO Judge Of Ms merits.
We find It's efficiency readily recommends IL and
gives It preference over ythng Of the sort depend
ing upon the agency Of Carbonc Acid Gas, which we
have seen ia use
Is action Is rapid and continuous It's construction
and management simple.
Six men are sufficient 10 keep Il in operation viz
four at the break one 10 attend the hUse-pipo and
ono 10 supply the chemicals,
The use of the chemicals may be suspended at any
moment, and still there remains the stream Of water
In null force for any length Of time so long as the
supply may be keptup by the simple use of buckets
Anything more intensely comhustlbe than either
Of the piles on which We experimental could hardly
be cOntrivod.
One Of these. uncovered, consisting OF sixty tar
barrels with light wood hayings strewed around and
over IT, and the whole begprnkled with spirits Of
pentine, were allowed TO become thoroughly eus ell
opcd in hanes, when by stream, about one quar-
tor Of an inch In diameter, IL WAS subdued IN one
minute and thirty seconds It then allowed to re-
ignite aud 10 burn furl0usy four minutes and by the
minutes.
The other pile Of precisely similar materials and
construction was enclosed by frame house built for
tho purpose.
1t was allowed to become thoroughly in a blaze.
throughout, and burning nercely when three stroans
were put upon IT, two Of the size aforementioned.
and another from similar engine but somewhat
larger.
This fire was under control in three minutes. the
use Of chemicals was dispensed with IN s 4 minutes
utes.
We are SIR very respectfully.
Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1873-08-20

TRoN IN THE BLooDl
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Vermont watchman and State journal. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1836-1883, 1873-08-20
pAPER RULED n EyERY sTYLE,

And all kinds Of Blanks printed and ruled. Cloth
Bindings sheop Work. Books leiterod.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
STAND FROM UNDER.


A contemporary threatens to "ventilate
the histories Of some of the members" OF
the school board unless certain teachers
who have been dismissed without cause are
reinstated at once. Of course We know
nothing of the merits of such contro-
versy, as we are not aware OF any
dismissals of teachers without cause,
good or bad The school board is
the sole judge of the qualifications
of teachers The members have been
selected to perform this duty, and they
are very properly given large discretion.
But we recognize in this threat of city
paper to expose certain members of the
school board in case they do not instantly
discharge their duties in accordance with
the notion of some gentleman not on the
board, spirit which has often manifested
itself on previous occasions. If our
contemporary is in possession of facts
derogatory to the character of any
members of the board of directors,
he should lose no time in making the ex-
pose, without regard to their taking the
back track on matter of mere personal
interest. If there are members on the
board who can be influenced in the dis
charge of their duties by threatened at
tack on their character, they should be |
removed at once or resign. The men, |
bers who have regulations to protect prob
ably know how to protect them and still
be able to sustain an independent attitude.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

The truth Of the saying, '.It is betta to
give than to receive, is appreciated in all
its significance, by every generous soul
at this gift-giving season. Almost every
body loves to give, but few know how to
do SO advantageously, so as to enhance
the pleasure accompanying their gift to
its utmost capacity.
The character of gifts is as varied as
are the sentiments which inspire them.
There is the gift of benevolence, that of
munifcence, and that of its bastard
brother, osten.ation; the gift of mere
kindness, that Of friendship, and the ten
der token of love. Besides these, there
is the offering of gratitude, which recog-
nizes benefits received, and the base do
nation of self-interest, which is intended
to elicit reciprocation of ten-fold value.
Lastly, there is the duty gift, a sort of
tribute; grudgingly given, and sunthank-
fully received.
. The very essence of true gift, that
which imparts to it its sole value, is the
good will it expresses, for, as Ophelia
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
AN IMPORTANT REPORT.

The committee of nine citizens, ap-
pointed by the Superior District Court a
few months ago, to overhaul the State
Indebtedness, has made very important
report, which we publish in full in another
column. Eight members of the commit
tee, to-wit: Messrs. Moses Greenwood,
Robert Watson, B. F. Joubert, Benjamin
F. Flanders, II. Peralta, John r. CLAY,
Louis Schneider and John A. Stevenson
sign the report, thus signifying their
approval of the recommendations therein
contained.
The propositions submitted respecting
the State debt and the proper way to dis
pose of that chronic cause of complaint
will strike the reader at first sight as q
little startling; but we are of the opinion
that some plan of the kind will have to
be adopted this winter to relieve the tax
payers from the heavy burdens that now
Cypress them. We are called upon to
pay more than three millions year for
taxes. This amount is raised upon prop
erty assessed at two hundred and fifty
millions, besides other demands for
current State, municipal and par
ochial expenses, which must be met.
There have been heavy drafts drawn
upon posterity by the jewellers in the
older days, and posterity is looking
around to see what chance there is for on
accommodation. We can not pass it
down to our successors in its present
shape because the interest is too heavy
for us to bear. We find it necessary to
throw overheard part of the load to
save the ship. We shall examine the
recommendations of the committee at an
early day, and suggest plan by which
we hope to afford some measure of relief
to our sadly burdened taxpayers.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
HOME AGAIN.

BY yesterdays early morning train our
distinguished Senator elect, Governor p
3. S. Pinchback, arrived home, and
throughout the day, at the State House,
or wherever else he visited, he was the re-
cipient of the most cordial of welcomes.
The Senator is enjoying excellent health,
and is perfectly satisfied with the condi-
ton of affairs at Washington. The recog-
milton of his rights was delayed solely
by the all-important financial questions
which the country demands speedy action
upon; but this very delay has served to
develop highly gratifying manifestations
of friendship from unexpected quarters
which otherwise might not have been
given. Senator Pinchback is Justly proud
that the President takes warm interest
in his success, and makes no concealment
thereof. We tender our representative
the compliments of the season.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
The Finest Teas Imported:
SPECIAL PRICES
WHOLESALE BUYERS IN TEAS,

NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. brands of Rye and Bourbon
Hom Two to ten years old; Also Scotch and Irish.
D"NDine-otard, Dupuy l. Co., James Hen messy
q Co., Sazarac. of different vintapes.
PURE HOLLAND GIN, JAMAICA AND ST. CRoIy
RUM.
"lNEs-Various brands of Claret and White
"ines Sherry, Madeira and Port some espe-
Crafty recommended for very superior quality
CHAMPAGNE-Krug 4 Co., L. Rhoaerer. pints and
quarts.
ALE AND PORTER-Bass', Allsop's and McEwans
Ale' byass' London and Guinness Dublin Por.
ter, Bremen Lager Beer.
CoRDlALS-The finest quality of imported.
biIIERs-Hostetter's Newfoundland, Plantation,
Ansostura, Boxers, Yarmouth,
ASSORTED CASES OF LIQUORS Of one dozs,
large bottles each, for family use, containing
wv ootties Bourbon Whisky one bottle Rye
KY one bottle Irish Whisky, two bottles
french Brandy, one bottle Holland Gin. two
bottles Port Wine. two bottles Sherry Wine. one
bottle Jamaica Rum. Price S l6 per case for first
quality, and. j. IL per case for second oualitv.
MANUFACTURED TOBACCO from forty.dve cents
to 81 per pound.
All Goods Warranted rs Rcnresented.
oeherwise to be returned at our expense. Mis-.
taxes VIII sometimes occur, and when we are in
error please report and they will be corrected in
stanty.
10 not expect the best quality of goods at the
lowest price.
oehd us List OF the goods wanted, and we will
give prices, which will convince you that the cost
Vi your supplies can be greatly reduced.
orders from parties not well known to us must
Dc accompanied by satisfactory city references or
draft to cover amount of bill.
Letters ofinquiry promptly answered.
All purchases delivered free of drayage
j. w. PLATT,
os't]si No. lW Camp street, corner poydras.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
work, and If they don't give it to us, by
God we'll take It'll
The resolutions concluded as follows:

The resolutions concluded as follows:
We recognize in the farmers grange
movement throughout the country our most
efficient cO-wOrkers in the limitation prn-
ciple, and bid them God speed in combat
ting with the hydra monster of monopoly
upon our national highways.
1t seems hardly possible that American
farmers can be prepared for the revolu-
tionary measures proposed by those per-
sons who met in Cooper's Institute
Wherever the meetings of workingmen
are characterized by features so uncomely
to the American character we are satisfied
they will do more harm than good to the
cause of the poor workingman. In this
country there is no necessity for idlers,
paupers or pensioners upon the public
work. The country is large enough for
all-and the lest way to relieve the work
ingmen of our cities when they become
so thick that there is not work for all so
thick that the supply of labor is much
greater than the demand; so much greater,
indeed, that persons are frequently COM
PEELED to work for a bare subsistence, and
can not even get that, is for the
surplus to adopt that pursuit which yields
an almost unfailing supply of comforts
and many of the Injuries of life-agricul-
ture. We can readily appreciate the
difficulties that frequently surround
the workingmen of the Old World |
and drive them from their homes and |
country to avoid the necessity of |
aboring for life time for bare sub
,istence. But here no such necessity |
Exists. There is yet plenty of room for
Ill that are here, and millions more, in the
broad domain Of our country. And there
s plenty of work and bread, meat and
aiment for all who have but the will to
eek them rightly.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
plaintively says in returning to Hamlet
his love tokens

plaintively says in returning to Hamle
his love tokens
'To the noble mind,
Rich gifts wax poor, when givers prove unkisd"
Not that any gift can adequately ex
press this inspiring good will; because tt
friendship or even to benevolence any
benefit seems small compared with the
feeling from which it springs. Withou
this inspiration no gift has any value ex
cept its market value, appraised only by 6
beggarly spirit.
The magnanimous soul revels in giving,
| has a veritable talent for it, selects, as
it were by inspiration, the very object
which will give most pleasure to the re-
| cipient. whether that be something useful,
something ornamental, or mere gratii-
cation Of the fancy. The selection of a
gift ii, indeed, almost as important as
the spirit in which it is given. To send
a gilt-edged Bible to starving family, or
a choice painting to a blind man, would
be sad mockery. In fact, where want
exists it does away with all difficulty in
the selection of gifts, the needful being
the only thing in place. Otherwise, gift
should be something to crafty the
taste-''a thing of beauty is joy for
ever" Women generally display their
good will by gifts, in which their
personality has some share. Little arti-
cles of fancy, the work>of their hands, tes-
tify, more than the most expensive objects
bought ready manufactured from the
shops, the kindness of their sentiments
A something of themselves goes with the
gift Books are always acceptable when
selected with reference to the taste of the
recipient. Trinkets, too, that have pecu-
liar appropriateness may be properly given
by the gentler sex. OF course, as rule, the
gifts OF men Can not represent their lives
aud talent as those of women can, though
If man possesses the skill to make any
thing suitable for gift, such a present |
would be treasured far beyond its in
trlnsic value. Roses cultivated by the |
hand of love, to woman of sentiment, !
would far outvalue purchased gems offered |
~ the same hand.
But. after all, the gift counts for less
han the given Love. the genius and
god OF gifts, must not be prescribed to. !
n the language of Emerson, s.let him
give kingdoms or flower leaves indiher-
'ntly. There are persons from whom we
expect fairy tokens; let us not cease to
xpect them. This is prerogative, and
lot to be limited by our municipal rules. ;"
If the spirit and manner Of giving be
est of magnanimity, that of receiving
lifts is no less so. There are persons who
now not how to accept a present prop
rly. They are too glad or to sorry; either
axe it with venal delight, as regarding
ather its value than the sentiment that
inspired it, or as a tribute for which no
hanks are due; or, worse still, receive it
as an invasion of their indie
endence. 1t is only the noble soul
7hich knows how either to give or
eceiye.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

We find that the mention we made OF the
fact that Mr. B. +. Harrison had become
publisher of the Homer Had has incurred
the general belief that Mr. Blackburn had
sold out his paper entirely. This is not SO.
w. Jasper Blackburn is still editor and
proprietor of the Homer Ihad, and would
like for all good Republicans, and Demo-
Gratis. too, to subscribe for his paper-the
Oldest Republican paper in the Gull states
price only 81 50 per annum. MI. Black
burn is stopping at the City Hotel.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

Agassiz was twice married, his second
wife being Miss Lizzie Cary, daughter of
BIZ. r. G. Cary. He has three children.
Alexander Agassiz, Ida Mrs. Higginson),
and Pauline Mrs. Shawl. He died on the
seyersy fourth anniversary of the death of
Washington, and almost at the same hour,
Washington dying between eleven and
twelve o'clock on the night of the four
teenth of December, 1893, and Professor
Agassiz between ten and eleven o'clock on
the night of December Ia, 1873.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

1t is positively refreshing to read in the
Picayune an implied approval of an act of
Judge Durell in issuing an order in cham
bers. None Of the usual accompaniment
ofallusions to midnight secrecy, star cham
Der, ETC., appear in the reference. This is
most hopeful change in certain direc-
ton which almost prompts us to look for
a reconsideration of hasty and unjust
Judgment pronounced against the same
jurist for such an order last year. We
hope the learned judge will pay as little
attention to his fatterers and be specially
mindful of the political axiom that 'sWhen-
ever your enemies praise you look out for
a Job"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

in presenting an act of amnesty almost
universal assures us that the alienation
Of sections is rapidly passing away, and
that one blow upon the shield of Colum-
bia will summon all her sons to her
defense
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

AWho hurt you, bub." asked pedestrian
recently of small boy who sat bowling on
the eurbstone. Johnny Kidd" sobbed the
victim. "PIl see about him if he does it
again." remarked the man, cOndolingly, but
the boy suddenly stopped bowling, and en-
claimed: "Just leave him alone. When |
grow up m get on the police force, and
i can belt him all want to-"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

In Ames' Methodist Episcopal Church,
corner of st. Charles and Calliope streets,
the annual Christmas festival in connection
with the Sunday school will be held this
evening. Addresses by Rev. J. c. Hartzeil
and Rev. James Morrow. A richly laden
Christmas tree, with some choice singing
by the children of the Sunday school are
among the coed things promised. Old
friends of the school, together with visitors
TO the city, are warmly invited.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

We are informed that it was Master
Charles Bowling, of the first class, at the
exhibition of the Boys High School, whose
defamation was SO much approved Tues
day evening, instead of Master Gilmore.
The name not being printed on the pro-
gramme, nor announced by the principal,
caused the error.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
HOLIDAYS. HOLIDAYS.
PIFFET'S.
DNHY HEADQUARTERS OF SANTA CLAUS

PtFFET'S. PIFFET'S.
No. 1917 Canaf Street,
DNEY HEADQUARTERS OF SANTA CLAUS.
Just opened the largest stock Of goods for Christ
mas and New Years Gifts ever imported into this
city, and in accordance with the depressed state of
money ma ters. 1 have marked down my entire
stock. Call and see the extensive stock Of
TOYS, TOYS, TOYS, TOYS,
consisting of Carriages. Rocking Horses, veloci
pedes French and American), Wagons Carts
Dolls, Tool Boxes, Magic Lanterns, Mechanical
Toys, of every description.
VASES VASES AND STATUARY.
A new and select stock in Bohemian Glass,
Parian Mar bic. Bisquet etc. etc.
Ladies' and Gentlemen's Dressing Cases, Work
Boxes, Glove and Handkerchief Boxes Musical AL
buns. Music Boxes, Liquor Cases, Work Stands and
Baskets, ETC., all fer holiday presents.
Candies, Candies, Fruits, Fruits,
Chocolate.
A large stock of the finest French Bonbons. Can
dies, Preserved Fruits, such AprcOts. Cherries,
GOoseberries, Pears, eJc., and Chocolate frsm the
famous mandatory OF SOcete Colonial, Paris.
de21 st 2p
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

"What do you sell those fowls forF' in
quired person of a man attempting to dis
pose of some chickens of questionable ap-
pearance. II sell them for profits" was
the answer. "Thank you for the Informa-
ton that they are prophets" responded
the querist; ~ took them to be patriarchs."
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

SAYS the Atchison Globe: while the sol
diers were digging up the dead at old Fort
Kearney, a few days since, one coffin was
taken up that was literally filled with
snakes. Some wag remarked that it was
plain enough what that fellow died Of"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
WINES, LIQUORS AND CoRDIALS,
N K w O II l. e A n 5,

Has constantly on hand complete stock of good
IN his line to which he respectfully invites the at
tentlon OF housekeepers, planters and BUYERS gen
| orally
| FLOuR-Plant's Extra, OFal,on Ten Strike Davi
Emmons' Best, Lone Star, Fleur du Cap Cane
City, and other brands of the choicest Family
Flour received in this market; also Super6pe
Double Extra and Treble Extra suited to plan
tation use.
PEARL HOMINY AND GRlTs-Cracked Wheat
Smiths Crushed White Wheat, Corn Ma;
Genuine Scotch Cat Meal
| MESS AND RUMP PORK, BACON CLEAR SIDRs
and Shoulders, Dry Sailed Sides and shou,dsrs
| CHOICE SUGAR-CURED HAMS and BREAKFAST
Bacon
FULTON MARKET FAMILY BEEF and PIG posy
In halt and quarter barrels
DRIED BEEF, SMOKED BEEF TONGUES, sp1CRp
Beef
PURE LEAF LARD-In tierces kegs and bnckets
GOSHEN BUTTER-From the best diaries, in arkjns.
tubs and cans OF five and ten pounds each.
WESTERN BUTT Erin frkins and tubs.
CHEESE-English Dairy, New York Cream. wastar,
Factory, Pine Apple Holland, Sap Sage and
Gruyere.
dered, White and Yellow Clarified and Innis,.
ana Brown of all grades.
MOLASSES AND SYRUPS-In barrels, half barrs,.
and kegs of ten gallons each, fair prime and
choice.
FlSH-Mackerel. Salmon, White Fish. Goldfish
Tongues and Sounds, Dutch Herring.
CANDLES-Star, Sperm and Parra6ne
YEAST POWDERS. ETC.-So,e agent for J. Munroe
Taylor's Cream Yeast Baking Powder "rbe
Best" Preston & Merrilps Dunham's, Rors
ford's Bread Preparation, Cream Tartar By
Carb Soda.
SALT-Coarse and Fine, in sacks and pocketa
SoAP-Proeter CANDLES Olive Lautz Brothers
Acme and Defensive; also a large assortment
of Toilet Soaps.
VINEGAR-Pure Cider and French Wine.
STARCH-western, Duryea's Satin Gloss and BIua
ing.
CkACkEas-Larse assortment of English and
American.
PICKLES, PRESERVES AND JELLIEs-Imposed
and Domestic, in great variety.
FLAvORING EXTRACTS-Lemon. Vanilla, Pine.
apple, Orange, Almond Nectarine, Rose, Peach
aad Ginger.
SYRUPS-Lemon Pineapple, Raspberry, Vanilla, 4
Strawberry, Sarsaparilla and Ginger.
DAlED FRUlTS-Prunes, Apples. Peaches Figs
Raisns. CitTOn, Currants and Cherries
NCTS-Almonds Pecans Filberts, English wanuts,
CANTON PRESERVED GINGER and CHOW. CHOW
CANNED GOODS-A large ass ortment comprising
every variety of Fruit, vegetabl Meats Fish
Soups and Poultry.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Sausage French Patties
Mushrooms, Deviled Ham and Tongue Shrimp
and Anchovy Paste.
AND yERMICELLI-Italan and Amer.
lean.
SALAD OILS-The finest imported.
CONDENSED MILK-Borden's Eagle and Swiss.
and PERKINS, Worcestershire. York.
shire Relish, Crosse BlackwelPs Walnut and
Mushroom Catsup, Tomato Catsup McIlhenny's
Tobasco Pepper.
Plain, Single and Double
Vanilla, Paris Exposition.
Pepper, Alspice. Ginger, Cloves,
Cinnamon. Mace, Nutmegs Currie Powder.
COFFkE-Rio. Java, Mocha, Layuayra. Manila.
Havana, Cordova. Our coffees are sci ected
with great care, and purchasers can always
rely on getting the best in market.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25
COAL,
BOOKS---BOOKS,
DICTIONARIES
THE STANDARD.


The QuartO illustrated
is massive volume of 1854 PAGES. and con-
,1n more than ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND
WORDS in it's vocabulary, with their pronnncia.
ton, definition, and etymology.
JUST PUBLISHED:
New Illustrated editions of the
Comprehensive and Primary Dictiona ries.
pn men have been recommended by the STATE
schools. ~ III Jul pu"iic
The trade supplied on best terms, and schools
supplied iof introduction at usual rates by
ROBERT J. HARP, Agent.
AL tne BOOK Depot. Nos. Ito and liz Camp street,
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ID / H ID:

ALTSHUL-On Wednesday, December "a. 1873 at
A. NJ, JULIUS ALTSHuL, a native OF Germany.
The friends Of the deceased and those of Mrs. and
Mr.. Alex Marks, and Mrs. and Mr.. r Brisac. are in
vited to attend his funeral on Thursday, twenty
fifth instant at A. NJ from his Late residence No.
l73 AnnunciatiOn street.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

Many of the country members of the
Legislature are in the city, and Others are
on the way. Their most popular headquar-
ters are at Kenner's club room, over the
'Senate," on Dryades street, where they
find many friends to welcome them.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-12-25

Divine service may be expected in st.
Johns Protestant Episcopal Church, cor
ner of Magazine and Third Streets, Christ
mas Day, at IL A. NJ. The public are in
vited to attend.