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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
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Nav YoRK. May 10 AS the last
hours Of Nixon draw near be exhibits a
calm, sad resignation, aud frmness
that is greatly in contrast with his for
mer depression. lilo eats but little,
however; be gives his whole attention to
religious exercises. now aud again utter
ing some expression which shows his
deep love for his family and his concern
for their welfare. When his counsel
visited him yesterday and informed him
that the last appeal for stay Of proceed
ings had been refused. and that the last
hope had fed, Nixon betrayed intense
agitation, but he soon Gained himself.
The Sisters Of Mercy and spiritual adj
yisers are with him nearly the whole
time. He made his will yesterday. The
execution will take place about o'cloek
this morning.
The police arrangements were oil com
pleted last night, and this morning every
thing was in readiness for the 6nal scene
Of the tragedy. A large police force
was on duty between Leonard, Franklin
and Center streets, guarding the APP
proaches to the Tombs. A police
guard was also placed inside Of the
prison yard. Immense crowds congre-
gated in the vicinity Of the prison shortly
after day break, but were kept we'll in
order by police deputy sheriffs detail
ed to attend. The funeral procession
assembled at eight o'clock this morn
log, and marched through the dense
crowds to the Tombs to be ready when
required. Nixon bore himself with
great composure throughout the morn
ing. At 6:3O this morning he went to
the chapel in the Tombs, and appeared
wholly absorbed in religious meditations.
On returning to his cell he bade his
prison associates goodbye, shaking
hands with the matron and keepers,
and thanking all for their kindness. He
ate little during the morning, but
took little tea. At 1880 am. deputy
sheriffs and other officials took the posi- |
tons assigned them. The police were
drawn up in a semi-circle before the gal
lows. The deputy sheriffs entered the
Tombs, and shortly afterward the PRO
cession came out. Nixon did not be-
tray much agitation, but seemed per
lectly resigned. His last words before
Leaving the cell were, Ny Savior was
erucifed; why should murmur3'
On arriving at the gallows, Nixon and
those with him, including the priests,
ascended it. The usual service for the
dying was read, Nixon still maintaining
bis eomposure and giving all attention
to the words of the priest. Everything
being in readiness, the rope was adjusted,
the black cap drawn over his face, and
exactly at 9:05 am. the trap was sprung
aud the body OF Michael Nixon swung
in the air. He met death firmly. After
hanging fifteen minutes Nixon's body
was cut down, life being extinct. 1t was
placed in a handsome coffin, silver
mounted, and given in charge of rela-
lives.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

TBS civil service reform, which was q
trump card in the last Presidential con-
test. has been practically abandoned,
and long since found to be failure
The Secretary Of the Treasury is openly
opposed 10 any more competitive exam
nations. and complains that the success
fol applicants in bis department prove
incompetent for the positions sought,
however proficient in the spelling-bOok
and other elementary sciences The
adoption Of the system was a political
dodge from the FIRST. aud it has only been
observed when convenient, like Grants
order forbidding Federal appointees from
holding any ether Office at the sane
time. A return to the old system would
be bot q short deviation from the present
ssd Il Is thought 70 be ouly a question
Of time.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

wIKNsoS's. at Isl Main street, is the
place 10 find all the fashion papers, mag
azines. literary journals and the leading
dAilies Of the country also . good sup
ply Of foreign literature. A complete
stock Of plain and fancy stationery and
fabey articles
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

Ma J. !. MARvIS. the New York law
yer who slapped Jay Gould in the face
the other day, at Delmonico's. aud made
bis nose bleed an hour. was fined two
hundred dollars and bound over TO keep
the peace six months, Such luxury
in such place is cheap At any price.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

GESRRAL GRASr was not At the funeral
Of Justice Chase. The Tribune refers
to a Washington dispatch which stated
that he was out on the road that day en-
ercising a pair Of under three-ysAr old
colts which had just been ssnt TO him
from his farm in ST. Louis. But the
funeral went on nevertheless.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

tbs ex.Minister to Japan, although
but lately recalled by our Government
for making himself rich BY various
frauds and undigni6ed practices, is al
ready Long out Of office, and is (a) long
ing for another. .,.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
AMuGRMRNTs.

BLANCHE sELwYN MArNra. -To.nor
row Manager White will give a grand
matinee At the Memphis Theater, with
Miss Blanche selwyn as the star, sup
ported by the celebrated Henri family
aud other leading members Of his well
selected troupe. Miss selWyn is good
vocalist. is rapid in her change Of char
Aclers. aud costumes appropriately. The
matinee will be a musical melange that
will attract large audience N
Pickles. To-day. the 10th inst, the
Christian Brothers festival will be en-
joyel at the Exposition Building. On
Tuesday, the 10Th, the Typographical
Union picnic comes Oh. Wednesday,
the 2lst, the Italian Society picnic at
James Park. Thursday. the 22d, Cath
Ollie SandaysehOol Union picnic at
James Park. Monday, the 26th, St.
Georges Benevolent Association picnic
At James Park. Thursday, the 10th
instant, the Odd Fellows picnic will be
celebrated at James Park.
WmrRs 0PERA Housr.-Manager
White continues to present rare attrac.
tons nightly at his Jefferson street vau.
deyille theater. New stars appear
Rightly, to the delight Of large audiences.
The celebrated Henry family appear
each evening in most attractive repre-
sentations. Blanche Selwyn appears
nightly in her great character and
change delineations. She is pronounced
to be the best in the business, and will
prove a paying card for manager White.
Blanche Selwyn matinee tomorrow at
the Memphis Theater.
OLYMPIC VLRIHTIEs.-Manager Buoh-
anan has secured the services OF q fine
variety troupe, and will, during the
week, present rare attractions. Miss
Ella La Rue, the charming statue artist,
and Harry Mendel, will introduce the
famous Can-Can, with new scenery and
costumes. The songs. ehorusses, dances
and specially acts and lightning changes
are very attractive. The Washington
street theater is popular place OF resort.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

Bow BELLS for May has arrived and
is to be had at Walkers news depot, l05
Beal street. This magazine is the finest
ladies' journal placed upon our table,
and Walker has plenty of them. Call
early and secure copy.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
FOREIGN.

LONDON, Nay l6.-The Shah Of Per
STA has begun bis grand European tour.
His whole cabinet and three wives ac-
company him. He intends spending five
million pounds sterling on the journey.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

Tbs American people are going
abroad with rush this year. The Sec
rotary has issued about forty thousand
passports since the LIST Of January, aud
!" still they come.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

You don't have to take large doses Of
Kress Fever Tonic. 1t contains more
curative virtue than any other ague med
icine. Griswold & Co. have it at their
drug store. l9f
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

srraroE CaxrRos is one Of the faith
fol IN holding on TO bic back salary
Grab. His hinifighf 10 - good - his
foresight
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

A refreshing and bountiful well Of wa
ter at James park. Better than strong
drink, and great comfort during pic
MICS. GO
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
SPRINGS.
MON TGOM cry
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS. Va

UNHIS DELIGHTFUL WATERING PLACE
Il will be open for the reception Of visitors
on the FIRST DAY OF JUNE NEXT.
Extensive additions Of new furniture have
been added, and the prenrietors are making
every arrangement for the comfort and conve-
nience OF visitors.
This Is the most beautiful and extensively
improved Of all the numerous watering places
in the mountains Of Virginia. All the usual
appliances for the comfort and amusement OF
the guests are provided. and Express, Ticket,
Post and Telegraph Offices are found here.
BIG TUT n u L,
on the Va. and Tenn. division Of the A. NJ.
and D. r. X, is the station NJ which you take
the car for the SprinEs-distant IL miles.
Round trip tickets can be procured at all the
principal towns and cities.
G. A. COLHOUN. for twelve years the Resi-
dent Partner Of tho Allegheny Springs, will
assume the management.
We employ none but the most experienced
servants. and eur supplies Of every deserip-
ton will be ssleeted nom the best the country
and cities afford.
TBRMs-t2 50 per day; SIG per week; $50
per month; for the month Of June, $40. Chill
dren under u years old and servants. half
cOLHoUN. WILSON a oowAs.
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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

THEATRICAL, comical and ballet per
formaaces at Heuck's. &C
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
Chronology Of chief justices.


Altogether there have been but FIVE
Chief Justices Of the United States Su-
preme Court The frst was John Jay,
Of New York, who was appointed Sep
TENDER 20, 1889, AID who resigned 10
1894. to go to Great Britain. In Decem-
Der, 1900, he declined reappointment,
and died May II, 1929. John Rutlodge,
Of South Carolina, was appointed to the
Office by the President, July l, 1895, but
the Senate refused to confirm the ap-
pointment. William Cushing, of Massa-
chusetts, declined the appointment Jan
uary q, 1876, and March 9th Of that
year Oliver Ellsworth, of Connecticut,
received the appointment. He resigned
in 1900 on account Of bis health. John
Marshall, Of Virginia, occupied the Office
from January 81, 1901, TO July 6, 1895,
when he died. December d, 1885,
Roger B. fancy took the bench, which
he held until his death in October, 1868,
aud on December, 1864, Salmon p.
Chase succeeded him,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

Buy your wood from C. II. Johnson,
III Poplar street, near Fourth. got
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16
CARD.

lHR UNDERSIGNED HAVE BEEN AU-
thorized by Eastern Capitalists to propose to
the people of Memphis and vicinity the es-
Enlistment ola
NEW NATIONAL BANK,
with capital of $500. 900 or $500. 900.
conditioned that they (the people of Memphis)
subscribe for one-third only of the capital
stock.
We deem it unnecessary to call the atten-
ton Of our business community to the great
advantage to result from this liberal PROPOSE
tion to bring capital to our city. and hope it
will meet their prompt response.
Citizens and Others will be called upon for
subscriptions of stock, that the organization
may be completed without delay, as our
friends are now ready to furnish their share
of the capital.
Subscriptions may also be made with either
Of the undersigned.
AMOS WOODRUFF.
J.J. BUsBY.
ia. NELSON.
Memphis. May IA. 1873. est
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

BE sure and attend the Strawberry
Festival at Rocco Hall to night. &c
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

DYSPEPSIA, chronic diarrhea, skin and
kidney diseases. piles, debility, sore eyes,
rheumatism, ETC., disappear at swaynes
Springs.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1873-05-16

ExTERrAISNESr at Heuck's, S49 Ad-
ans street, every evening. CO
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-01-04

Brothers, was brought again on Tuesday be-
fore the Lord Mayor of London, ard at the
conclusion of his examination he was held
for trial. He procured bail
1t is alleged that Prince Alphonso, brother
of Don Carlos, has assumed command Of
Carlist bands in Catalonia, Spain,
substitute for the electric current in the
transmission Of news through submarine ca.
bios Is said 10 have been discovered in
France. i copper tube is to be cncased just
as the wires which form the nucleus Of the
present cables, to be filled with water and
then subjected to an atmospheric pressure o!
two hundred and fifty atmosphcres, which
will be sufficient for the transmission of mes
sSgcs over a distance of three thousand miles.
Experiments on . smaller scale have been
very successful, and have won for the plan
the appreciation OF the hest teegraphic au-
thoTities. The apparatus will be sent to the
Vienna exposition for further examination,
and its thorough practicabiiity will then be
settled
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-01-04
Consumption can DC Cured.
sNlENCk's PUINoNIC SYRUP
SCHENCk'5 SEAWEED TONIC,

Il
Ale tbs only medicines that will cure Pulmonary
Consumption.
Sometimes medicines that will stop cough will
the liver stops the circulation OF the blood he.nor-
rhage follows and, in fact, cLoggng tho action of
the very organs that caused the cough
Liver complaint and dyspepsia are the causes Of
two-third5 OF the cases of consumption. Many are
now complaining with duh pain in the side, the
bowels sometimes costive and sometimes too loose,
tongue coated, pain in the shoulder blade feeling
sometimes very restless, and at other times drow-
So: the food that is taken lies heavily on the stom-
6ch, accompanied with acdty and belchng of
wind. These symptoms usually originate from a
disor.iered condition OF the stomach or a torpid
liver Persons affected, il they take one or two
heavy colds, and II the cough in these cases be
suddenly stopped, the lungs, liver and stomach
clog, and remain torpid and inactive and before
the patient is OF his situation, the lungs are
mass OF sores, and liberated and death is the in.
cvitable result
schenck's Puimonc Syrup Is an expectorant,
which does not contain any opium, nor anything
calculated to check cough suddenly.
Schench's Seaweed Tonic dissolves the food,
mixes with the gastric juice ofthe stomach, dSests
easily, nourishes the system, and creates healthy
circulation of the blood. When the bowels are
costye. skin sallow and the patient is of bilious
habit, Schenck's Mandrake Pills are required.
These medicines are prepared by DR.. j. II.
SCHENCk s son, Northeast corner Of Sixth and
Arch streets. Philadelphia. Pena., and for sale bv
GEO. Z. GOODWIN co Is Hanover street,
Boston, and John +. Henry, College place, New
York, Wholesale agents.
For sale by Druggists generally. eod&wtt
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-01-04
1879. 1873.
New Year Presents.
Buy Them Early
We have Just opened the BEST assortment OF
MEDIUM and LOW PRICED
HOLIDAY GOODS.
Ever shown
HI aallo"e11,

And we are selling ,hcm NJ Tnnch less than their
Ladies' Work Boxes, rs cents.
ladies' wrtps pss6s, po,,s,or only SI 90
Nice Assortment Ladies' silk Neck Hdfs. cheap.
s psnai fa H5 BONES
Fancy Glass Boxes FROM 2icents to Sl.00.
Albums One Hundred PlctnresJ from $ 80 TO $500
Good Gilt Edge ENGLISH BIBLES for Is cents.
Mustache Cups (tor Gentlcmen's presentsy
Children's Alphabet Blocks Large rs cts.
Ladies' Felt shirts GOOD Assortmentl Cheap.
800 Dolls nom G. hts TO 81 90 each
Rubber Rattles IS cts. Playing Cards Is cts.
China Doll Heads. Rubber Doh Heads.
bohemian Vases. Children,s Tea Sets from CSC to
81 on. Villages. Wooden Tea Sets. Iron Banks.
China Baskets, Toy Hammers. Angels Large
Men and Boys Neck Ties VERY Low.
China and bohemian Mugs.
Children's Tea Sets, Qarge Size With plates - ols.
Ladies' Undervests.
Gents Undershrts and Drawers =, Low Prices.
Large Bdnch Blue Mixed Yarn % cts.
Wooden Yarn (al colorsl cts.
Gents Paper Collar. for 5 cents box.
Ladies' Clouds from As TO 50 cents.
Elastic Cord, only l cent yard.
Lace Collars, From Aaetien. only.5 cents.
Good Pins cents. Best English Needles cents.
Sood Hoop Skirts for 35 cents.
aid Gloves (periect ones] IS -
Johnson's Anodyne Liniment only 23 a.
Adams sons Cough Balsam. 25
Gold Medal French Corsets >whalebonel 50 cents
good periumery' for 10 cents a oottlc'
Magnolia Balm (foT The conpleSionJ 80
Nice Qualify Note Paper. 10 S"1e'
p Nice Envelopes for 10 cents.
Best Tinted Initial Note Paper. 20 cents a box
ana woo Hose IS
AUCTION Lot Of Mems Paper Collars at cents Bog.
Large sila Nets rs cents Ayers Pills ~ et' boy
4 CAKES Coca Honey soap for IS sV Cents s0'''
Chiidren's Round Rubber Combs, ~ cents.
Tooth brushes 10 %
Best Alpaca Brads, scents.
Good Pearl shirt Buttons cents dozen.
Twelve GoZ Agate Shirt Buttons for cents.
, Ne'r FaR sty'es Gold Plated yestfry.
Best Machine spool silk 600 YARDS cents spool
Burnett's Cocoane for the Hair, IS cents bottle.
Emwood Paper Collars (clota corered. p cts. q box.
100 Picture Albums Tor $3.50
Black Silk Velvet Ribbons very cheap.
Thomas Allcocks Porous Plasters, only 70 cents.
feneness Pm P. 70 &c cents Tnss F Ps
Mrs, w!nsow's Soothing Syrup, IS
Atwood's Vegetable Jaundice bitter5 -
Ladies' Handkerchief, Tor ) ="
kennedy's Medical Discovery only lis
Quaker Bitters 20 cents. PiaL:.yD Bitters 20 cts.
So1odont Tor the Teeth only GO cents.
Vinegar Btters g 10 -
Ayers Sarsaparnla and Cn.lty Pc ctora each 65 cts
vegetne Che Great Blood purder, IS
Miss sawyer's salre, 80 cent sizes loT 40 cents.
Ayers Hair Vigor, Is cents bottle
Halls Scillian Hair Remover, to cents.
The American Hair Restorer very clenn) - cents.
And ali the leading dn Of % aei and
Small Fares usually found in Fancy Goods stores.
Now is the time to buy Christmas
Presents.
Buy Early and Aroid the Rash.
AT COOKS CHEAP STORE.
decl0-ttues&thurs Halloween.
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SHIP PROPERTT N Is. ;

After dozen years Of great depression TO
the shipping interests of the country, we are
at last able to make review of one of unintpr-
rupted prosperity and substantial improve
ment During the year 1872, says A. j. Ma
CURES circular, legitimate causes have efec-
ted prosperity in this interest which at its
beginning could hardly have been anticipated,
and this improvement being general through
out the great marts Of the world is regarded
as of q solid and permanent order. so that
our builders and owners now feel encouraged
20 degree they have not realized since 1850.
Whether it be attributable to great increase
in the volume Of trade or other causes, it is a
notable fact that there has existed a scarcity
of tonnage during the year at almost all the
leading freight markets Of the world, and
consequently freight rates have steadily en-
HANGED In all directions until they have
reached good remuneratve point, with
strong indications Of continuance the present
year. In consequence, values Of ship prop
eriy are considerably enhanced, while the
cost Of construction has not increased. With
these facts operating in our favor, and the
evident decadence OF iron ship-building in
Great Britain, We have most satisfactory as
surance. of an early retrieyal of our lost SUI
premacy in the carrying trade of the world
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GENERAL NEWS.

Judge J. =. Emmons, the Attorney General
OF Florida, is totally blind.
The total number Of persons who have lost
their lives by fire in New York city during
the past year is thirty.
F. z. Blair, Jr., though the political asso-
upwards of so years of age.
\ complete official history of the proceed
Jugs under the treaty of Washington is now
being printed. II will comprise three bulky
volumes.
Walt Whitman is held up by correspond
cnts as one Of the lions Of Washington, in his
loose hanging clothes and immense felt hat
overshadowing long, curling white hair and
full, si,ery whskers.
sexagenarian in Vallejo, Gal, danced
thirtv-one hours in succession. An apprecia-
tive Western editor heads the story Of the
achievement: Glow an old fool danced thirty
one hours and yet lives"
An agent of the New Hampshire Bible So
ciety, in recent discourse, spoke of the
large number of families in Coos county that
are destitute of the Scriptures, and mentioned
the case of the preacher of the Gospel there
who had to depend upon his neiehbors for a
Bible.
Half a dozen sand spouts, columns of ten
feet in diameter and one thousand feet high,
lately danced around Virginia City.
The Daily Sun, printed at Columbus, Ca,
is disguised with the present generation of
Americans, and has come to the conclusion
that we are chiefly remarkable for "humbug,
| bravado and brass"
The report of George Macdonald being se-
| riousiy i'll appears to be erroneous, inasmuch
as he preached a. Newark on Sunday last.
His health is still delicate, however
Wednesday being New Years Day, the
stock Exchange and other places Of business
generally in New York were closed. Mayor
Havemeyer held the customary reception in
the City Hall.
| Emancipation Day was generally ohscY, ed
| by the freedmen Of North Carolina
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part of the Message relating to prohibition a

considerable length. The Journal says:
1.-The morals Of tho State az shown IN the
decrease Of the inmates Of the State Prison,
and the thorough and conscientious enforce
ment of the Prohibitory Law, with a conse-
quent diminution in crime, are such as to re.
feet great credit upon Maine. The state
ment Of Governor Perham that less liquor is
consumed in Maine than in any other place
of equal population in this country, or indeed
in the civilized world, Is ore that was doubt
less weighed carefully before uttered. Com
ing with such Endorsement as is given By
Governor Perham's official position, it must
be credited, in the absence of facts TO the
contrary; and whichever Of the causes TO
which he attributes 1t the public may be in
clined to adopt as the true explanation, the
fact Is significant, hopeful and full of prom
Use. Altogether, the condition of affairs in
Maine, as revealed in the Governors Address,
is such that none Of her sons at home or
abroad, has reason to be ashamed of it. Some
of the recommendations made in the address,
especially such as refer to the educational in
terests and the adequate compensation of
teachers, will receive, we hope the attention
which they deserve.
The Lewiston Journal pronounces the mes
sage an admirable address and in closing its
review says;
1--WE are sure tina, the administration OF
Gov. Perhan will ever be regarded as one OF
the best and most successful we have ever
had in Maine. When he entered upon his
duties as Chief Executive, some persons
looked upon him with suspicion as an Gin
practicable radical, as they were pleased to
call him, and of questionable executive abili-
ty. 1t is sufficient to say that the rare ability
with which Gov. Perham has managed the
financial affairs Of the State, the good practi.
cal common sense which he has brought to
the solution of knotty questions, the consist
ent example which he has set and the ready
cooperation which he has SO appropriately
and constantly given to the advancement of
temperance and every other virtue-without
any approach to what is sometimes called
one ideaism, the most creditable manner in
which on all occasions he has represented the
State of which he was the official head, al
these and other elements 60 10 maize his ed
ministration one which can but be regarded
with satisfaction and pride by every good cit.