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New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

who entertain this sentiment that high
and refined art is better maintained in
Boston, New York, Philadelphia, San
Francisco, than elsewhere in the United
United States. simply because there is
more wealth accumulated and ditfused
than elsewhere.
The development Of American taste and
talent for the fine arts renders every such
institution public enterprise which all
are concerned to promote. Among such
institutions there is none SO productive Of
unalloyed pleasure as the lyric drama.
The Opera House Of New Orleans was
long the only regular lyric theatre on the
continent, if we except the Tacon Theatre
of Havana. More recently the Northern
cities, from their facilities of intercourse
and large influx Of foreign population.
have commanded the highest foreign
talent, and have developed much native
vocal and instrumental capacity.
New Orleans has at the same time been
compelled to intermit for one season the
entertainment of the opera, and the de-
privation has stimulated her citizens to
offer contributions, which will, we hope.
make it once more permanent institution
among US. But we must remind our friends
that few pleasures are self supporting and
that the highest ar: requires prosperous
industry. A poor and unemployed popu-
lation has not the means to 60 to the the
atre. 1t has not the disposition tor en-
joyment, even if the places OF entertain
ment were free as the Roman Circus. 1t
is in vain to lecture about immigration
and material progress. They will come
in their own time, if at all, but it must
be that upon the ability Of people 10
patronize the arts that their culture Of
the arts must always depend Suppose,
then, that our friends most deeply and
especially interested in the success Of tie
opera and in the value OF property in the
part Of the city where the Opera House
stands, should interest themselves IL
opening trade to Mexico and Central
America: It is wholly useless for us to
explain the chances which New Orleans
may have for securing the vast travel
movement between the countries men
toned and Europe and the United States
It certainly amounts to thirty thousand
annually. It will cost US nothing to Sc
cure it, and one Of its incidents would be
to fill our hotels and Opera House in its
transit. Let. then. the press. CT the mer-
chants who wish to see the opera flourish
in its pristine prosperity, favor the indus
trial employment and travel intercourse.
1t is the wages of the artisan and the waste
Of the stranger which fills the treasury Of
art. A philosopher or ruler of antiquity
said he neither knew how to play upon a
musical instrumen: or to sing. bat be
knew how to make large city out Of
small village. While he could not. like
Orpheus, make stone and timber move
with the Tyre, the great city would inspire
and maintain those amusements which
contribute so much to the happiness Of
mankind. Let US thea by all means have
an opera by subscription now, and let it
be maintained by building up large city
as soon as we possibly can.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Quite a pleasant party OF gentlemen
assembled at Moreau's last evening, and
crossed legs under his mahogany. Some OF
our Oldest and best were there, and not a
few of the gentlemen who have come
prominently into political life since the
adoption of the fourteenth amendmen: kep KEEP
them company. There was the best OF good
feeling upon all sides, and over generous
heekers of luscious wine friendship ana
GOOD understanding were established wnicn
can not fail to have good effect in times 10
come.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The Baptis, Weekly was sent nine years
20 a man who never paid a cent for
il. and the other day Weekly was re.
turned, marked on the margin. Gone TO a
better world" We should ike to have an
opinion of the publishers as to where this
man has gone. They would doubtless re-
mark that if they should send bill to
him, it would be necessary TO write it on
mica or some other material that endures
llama
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
THE OPERA.

There are those who fancy that there
exists somewhere away in the mystical
North the typical Praise-God Barebones,
who embitters life by enforcing system
Of rules unsuitable to social self-govern-
ment. So they think that beer is not
allowed to work on Sunday, nor musicians
to play except under the strict regulations
Of the township. We must remind those
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
ACT NO. 4G-DELINQUENT TAXES.
TO THE PUBLIC.

STATE OF LOUISIANA,
Auditors Office,
New Orleans May "a, 1879
desire to call the attention of all citizens owing
delinquent the fact that act No. i6 OF the
last session of the Legislature expires by its own
limitation on the fourteenth of June next, after
which time it will be impossible for them to avail
themselves Of its provisions renting interest and
penalties. After that day the stringent provisions
of act No. A., under the revenue law Of 1871, vii
be applicable and the revenue officers OF the State
will have no option but to enforce the law, how
ever hareh it may be. 1t will be their duty to in
stitute suit in every case, which will involve not
only the payment Of the tax and the heavy penalty
of fifty per cent, but the costs of court, which in
very many cases will be greater than the penalty
and often greater than tn. tax.
All these results may be avoided by paying SIM
ply the amount of delinquent tax due before the
fourteenth of June. and l would respectful y urge
all persons owing such taxes 20 avail themselves
of the privileges Of The law by complying with It's
terms.
CHARLES CLINTON,
IN AuCifOP
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The bronze statue of Elias Howe, Jr, the
inventor of the sewing machine, intended
for Central Park, is now on exhibition in
Philadelphia. The work is eight feet high
and the figure stands erect, the weight of
the body resting on the left foot. The right
hand hold a walking stick, the left broad
trimmed hat.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
NOTICE TO TAX COLLECTORS.

SrArR OF LOUISIANA
Auditors Office, ?
New Orleans, May u. 1873.
To Mr. -. Tax Collector. parish:
You are hereby required to enforce Immediately
the collection of a.! overdue unpaid licenses by
placing the same, not later than June Z, in the
hands of the Attorney General for collection.
Up to and including the last day Of June P-oH
imo you are authorized to receive all Of the ionT
mills of the general fIrd, for current taxes, in
Auditors warrants bearing date subsequent to
January l, 1878.
On and after July T. 1875, you will comply strictly
With the requirements OF Circular No 5, and collect
two mills of said general fund in United States
currency.
Very respectfully.
CHARLES CLINTON. Auditor.
ypv1Q On
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UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA.

proposal vii, be made in short time TO found,
under the auspices OF the University OF virginia,
University Classical, Literary and Scien.
titic School in New Orleans,
by private subscription from its citizens, the
fund to be applied te the erection OF buildings
suitable to the school, according to such plans
may be adopted. 1t is understood that DR.. !. NJ
Saunders OF this city. will be invited 10 super
intend and conduct the school, aided by gentlemen
of the highest scholarship and character in the
various departments Of instruction; the scLoo. 10
open on the first OF October next
The Alumni of the University of Virginia ear
nestlv requested 10 meet me at the office OF the
secretary of the Chamber of Commerce this eve
ming at half-past seven O'Clock.
WILLIAM D. CABELL. Agent.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The only sister of Edgar Allen Poe, Miss
Rosa Poe. is in Norfolk. Virginia: she is
quite old and feeble. and in destitute
circumstances. The admirers Of the beauti.
full poems given to the world by her
illustrous brother. would do good thing
by pensioning his sister. che best monu-
ment tina. could be raised to POe's genius.
The Raven" should feed her.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

A genius who has given some attention
TO the diet of distinguished men, says ::
Star actors live on their great roles,
Migrants on the common loaf, commercial
travellers live upon stirabout. Lawyers
live on sueit pudding, gamblers on stakes
and country editors. who publish patent
;nsides, live on puffs.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
EDUCATIONAL.
EXCELLENT SUMNER ARRANGEMENT
j. w. BLACKMAE'S
NEW ORLEANS
COMM ClAL COLLECT
Camp Gtreet......
Entrance. No. as Natcbez street.

Entrance. No. As Natcbez street.
Professor Mitchell having assumed the manage
ment OF the above old and reliable institution pro-
poses taking limited number of young, middle
aged and old men for instruction. during the
summer months, in Double Entry Book keeping
Commercial Law Arithmetic, Business Penman-
ship. Reading, Spelling, History Grammar. Geo
graphy, etc, at greatly reduced rates FORTY PER
CENT LESSTHA TO BE HAD AT ANY CONNER
C1AL COLLEGE IN NEW ORLEANS. Pupils can at.
tend any time of day night, from A. NJ. P. NJ.
and will be taught separately by special Proe
for each branch.
". s. MITCHELL Business Manager
Those attending from the country can obtain
board in the family of the principal my3l 3m
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

a young English clergyman in country
parish thus reveals some of the secrets Of
:he clerical prison house: "Oh. there are
four of us whose churches are neighboring,
and we have whist party every week. and
the loser writes the Sunday sermons for
the party
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
ANSWER.

TO F. Charley vile. No. ), ST. Charles street.:
SIR-Your communication of June was duly re.
ceved and placed before the Festival Committee.
which was unanimously received ard accepted.
And it was resolved that We tender TO yoU and
friends. in behalf Of Pelican Hook and Ladder
Fire Compan No. 4, our heartfelt thanks for the
noble and generous service rendered to on the
occasion OF our Festival and Tournament. on June
Is, 1873.
And further. that approaching those services
from you and your friends. the committee has
unanimously resolved to award to the best shot in
she Grand Pigeon Shooting Match a splendid SILVER
Cup. ! am your obedient servant.
LEON BERTOLI. Chairman,
les y IS 20 No so Carondelet street
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
EXECUTIVE ORDER.
State Officers Ordered to Military Duty.

State Officers Ordered to Military Duty.
STATE OF LorrsrAya,)
Executive Department :
New Orleans, May H. 1873
Under the provisions OF the militia laws of the
State of Louisiana, i, is hereby directed that al!
employees in the several Offices of the State of
Louisiana, in the city of New Orleans, liable to
military duty. forthwith enroll themselves in
some military organization in tie First Division
or Immediately form military companies. to be as
signed to that division.
Blanks and necessary information can BE Oh.
tanned at The Office OF the Adjutant General Of the
State.
WILLIAM p. KELLOGG, Governor.
HENRY STREET. Adjutant General. my2.2p
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

An Irish lass wrote to her lover, begging
him to send her some money. She added
by way Of postscript: IL am SO ashamed Of
the request have made in this letter. that
sent after the postman to get it back, but
the servant could not Overtake him.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Until recently it was supposed that water
had little motion below fifty fathoms. 1t
is now known, however. that in certain
localities there is motion in the water at
the depth of five hundred fathoms; and
this motion has proved serious source of
injury to submarine cables.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The remarkable old man turns up this
time in Chester county, Pennsylvania. His
name is Gill; his age ninety-two; can read
the smallest print without glasses; pen
eioner of the war of 1912, and can walk
ever so many miles, or cut any amount Of
wood before breakfast.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
COMMUNICATION.
my25 ijt p "

NEW ORLEANS. June :. 1873.
To the Festival Committee Of Pelican Hook and
Ladder Fire Company NO.4:
GENTLEM EN-: it p ease you. friends and myself
propose to shoot a pigeon match at your Annual
Tourna ment and Festival, to take place the fiji
tenth inst ant at the Fair Grounds, for the benef:
of your relief fund. in the following manner.
Each indi vidual TO shoot at twenty five birds-tt-
teen single rds and five double birds. II it meets
with your approva! your chairman Will please no.
tfy. Yours respectfully.
+, CHARLEVlLLE.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

In our report of the commencement ex-
ercises Of Straight University we are made
by the types to say that Dr.. J. 7. Newman
received the degree of Doctor OF Pharmacy.
The fact is, the doctor was honored with
the degree of Doctor Of Philosophy.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The editor of the Fredericksburg (Vir-
ginia) Ners was asked by stranger ''if it
was possible that little town kept up four
newspapers and the reply was, mo. it
takes four newspapers to keep up the town"
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
PROCLAMATION.
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS REWARD.

STATE OF LOUISIANA,
Executive Department., 7
New Orleans, May II. 1878.
Whereas, il has been made known to me that
small bow named EDDY KAUFMAN, aged about
nine and half years was kidnapped in the city OF
New Orleans about the sixth of May, and 10
;idings of his whereabouts can be obtained.
Now therefore I, ". P. Kellogg, Governor OF the
State Of Louisiana, in conformity to the power
vested il me, do by these presents offer reward OF
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS to- any person or persons
who may arrest the person or persons Who may be
guilty of said offense, give the necessary ipfor'
matt on which NAV lead to the arrest and punish
ment of the offender. And do hereby enjen upon
all sherhs and police officers to make dlhgeut
search and inquiry for said boy. SO as 10 restore
him to his father.
w. p. KELLOGG. Governor.
PIG DESLONDE. Secretary Of State. nylS
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

A Cleveland church entertains it's friends
with "straw berries and literature" II the
readings selected are the cream OF our best
authors. mixing with berries will do.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

A New York lady publicly objects to gen
tlemen smoking in Central Park. Now
gentlemen, musician. retaliates by saying
he is annoyed by "giggling women"
when be goes to hear music.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Colored children attend every school but
two in Pittsburg, and the buildings in that
city heretofore used exclusively for colored
children's schools are being abandoned
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

A London correspondent states that
"Ouida"-Miss de la Rame-the author OF
many semi-licentious novels, has snub
nose, cross eye, a superfuously liberal
mouth. and cynical and bitter tongue.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

A noted English clergyman recommends
TO people to urn their dead. Wouldn't he
do better, says the Toledo Blade, to show
them how TO earn their living!
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Canton, Illinois, has six-year old VINO
can play any tune on the piano, after hear
ing it once. He is not blind, and Lis name
is Eddy Morse.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The above state ment is just true and correct
transcript from the books of the company.
PAUL FOURCHY, President.
q. ". Noyr. Secretary.
STATE OF LOUISIANA, {
Parish of Orleans, city OF New Orleans s
Sworn to and subscribed before me the ninth day
of June. 1873. p CHARLES CUVELLIER,
Notary Public.
At a meeting Of the Board Of Directors held on
the ninth day of June, 1875 it was resolved to de.
clare CASH DIVIDEND OF FIFTEEN PER CENT
on the net earned participating premiums for the
year ending May 81. 1873. yable Oh third Monday
in July next.
Also to pay to the stockholders. on demand, in.
terest at the rate Of ten per cen: per annum on
their stock.
DIRECTORS:
P. Maspero. David McCoard.
s. z. Ref. l.. F. GeEeres,
NJ. PUG, P. Fourchy,
?. S. Witt. }. j. Fernandez.
D. A. Chaffrax, J. NJ. Allen,
Charles LATTE. jei2 "
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The New York Tribune of June quotes
Louisiana skies at fifty-four, new skies at
fifty and levee Fights at eighty-seven.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Yesterday was the hottest day OF the sea
con. the thermometer at Frigerio's reaching
at two o'clock, in the shade, go FahIenhelt
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The first nautical person alluded to in the
Scriptures is said to have been Eve, De-
cause size was the first mate.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
A CARD,
HOTEL. PASS CHRISTIAN,

This newly-establi.hei and welliocated Hotel
will be opened TO the public tor the season begin.
ming JUNE !, 1875. II is well supplied with all that
can tend 70 the comfort of the guests and no pains
viii be spared to make the table rst class in every
CASSIDlS HOTEL. Nc. 172 Gysy.er street, New
ORGANS Uya1 Imp
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Seventy-eight theatres, museums ana
opera houses have been burned IN tins
country during about the same number OF
wears.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

People gorge themselves with unwhoie
some vegetables, and then set up the cry OF
cholera It's good plan for getting up
Snnaafi0D
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

An Illinois minister has been suspended,
not hung, for putting up his watch on three
card monte.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS RE.
WARD.

NAY0RAIry OF NEW ORlHASs,l
City Hall, June II, 1873.
BY authority Of the City Council. offer . re-
ward OF
ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS
for such evidence as will convict any persen. here.
after arrested, of the atrOcious crime of arson COM
mitted within the limits OF this city during the
current year to be paid in each on the certi-
hcates of the Prosecuting Attorney and the Judge
OF the Criminal Court.
ieli tawim LOUIS A. WILT, Mayor.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
SPECIAL TO TAXPAYERS.

OFPICR STATE TAX COLLECTOR. FOURTH DISTRICT,
No. $50 Camp street, |
between st. Mary and st. Andrew,
New Orleans, June II, 1873. J
IN order 20 expedite business during the present
great pressure taxpayers are earnestly urged to
bring with them their latest tax receipt, a
memorandum of the number of the square IN
which their property is situated.
Office hours for the thirteenth and fourteenth
instant from A. ". TO P. NJ.
j. w. FAIRFAX,
iel3 2t Up Collector.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

4 grateful lady passenger willed Con-
recticut railroad conductor $500.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Boston children play vaccination, and
use cid steel pens for the purpose.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

Scotland blows on the bugle that once
belonged 20 Wallace. !: has been IN
earthed.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

1t is no good nowadays for man to offer
bis hand If there's nothing in It.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13
BUSINESS CHANGES.

hISSOLCTION.-THE FIRM OF KERN 4
IL Fellman was dissolved by mutual consent or,
tie twenty ninth day of May, 1873, B. Fellman and
L. Fellman withdrawing, the remaining partner as.
Stunning all liabilities OF said firm and il alone an.
IhorzeI 20 sign the name vi the firm IN liquidation
OILS.
II. KERN
3. FELLMAN
L. FELLMAN.
Referring 20 t'e above the business vii, No co-
filmed at Nos. i0i to 100 Baronne street and Nos
-. and l4l Rampant street, for my own account.
JelZ I'm H. KERN
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FOB RENT.

EOR RENT.-ONA LONG LEASE. THETHREE.
l. story brick building No. 5 Old Levee stree,
late Deca known as the Charm Coffee House
terms apply to H. NJ. Robinson real estate agent
Nos. p and "a Commercial place ie5 &,
EOR RENT OR sALE,-A NEW RAISED
u cottage in the Sixth District on State street
between 81. Charles and st. Patrick streefs The
house has all modern improvements The prourJs
have front of 70 feet. by 17S feet in depth Terms
reasonable for either rent or sale. Apply at the
corner OF state and st. Charles streets or at the
corner Of Cont and Royal streets, to G, B. FISH.
Dh9 " " ""'
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

The river was higher yesterday than it
has been at any time this year.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

BOARD OF DIRECTORS,
Elected February II, 1873
Cha'ies Briggs. Thomas II. Hunt.
Ant. Carriere, Chm. Honold.
George A. Fosdck, D. Jamison.
e. Brugier. R. S. Howard.
P. Anderson, Felix Larue.
A. Frerchs. Aug. Bebn
george W. Dunbar. Edward Toby.
E. F. Stockmeyer, Wash Morton.
Henry J. vose. William Knox.
4. marquee, W. s. Bailey.
Chares Weishaar. J. E. Livaudais .
A. Lecourt, Atu God Violet.
Frank Williams, AK Miller.
Charles LATTE, Edward Morphy.
Rudolph Sieg. IA. Lum.
". 6. Black, Silas VeeSn
George ". Hynson. nh,7
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

insufes Fire. Marine and River Risks. dividing
.ne prohts separately On each department to the
insured.
. fof the accommodation Of ito customers, the
London.
J. TUYES. President
J. ". EIycgs Secre.arv
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

sINECTONlA INSURANCE lU.uPANl.
No. III GravieP Street.
Insures against
Fire. Marine and River Risks.
At the Lowest Tariff Rates.
4. Elmer BADER, President
CHAS. ENGsTFELD, Vice Presidents
GEORGE STROMEYER. Secretary.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1873-06-13

NEW ORLEANS MUTUAL
INSURANCE COMPANY.
Omce Corner Of Camp and Canal streets.
~, go %
Assess December 81. ls.2.............. 1854 a
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INSURANCE.
lNSU kANCE,
A MEXICAN MUTUAL INSURANCE A..
ISOLATION OF NEW ORLEANS.
25........... Commercial PIace
Between Camp and ST. Charles st1ee:a
CAPITAL, 100000.
iStrictly Fire.)

Parties DESTROYS Of insurance have the privilege
OF making two half yearly payments and are en-.
Tilted TO an equal portion of the dividends at The
end OF the year, or in lieu thereof to the usual re-
BATE lnsures against fire risks exclusively II
city or country. .. the lowest rates of premiums
D. LEUBRIE. President.
o. s. ASCH,
superintendent: Of AgeEceA
TRUSTEES:
:. Belne, P.s. Anderson,
.. Z. Loeb. +. Blaise.
H.Webef. Charles Toebe.uaa.
Roobert. n. Azcona,
William Hyper, L. ScLormsnn.
Il. Hafner, JR Vercez
W. Leonard, J. Bnckley'
NJ. POkorny. T. HoIjande-
as %. Outief. Hugo Redwitz.
rniaam n"sns William Ebert.
rlpEp. }. AIT.
=. Zinser, Se,aer.
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INSURANCE.

In conformity with the requirements OF theif
charter the company publish the following
STATEMENT.
Premiums received during the year ending May
81 1873. including I'M earned premiums OF the