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Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
The "HeraId."

Perhaps, all things considered, the
HERALD is more generally and more
widely read than any other paper pub
lished in the State of California. The
San Francisco papers have a larger
circulation and meet the eye of a
greater number of readers, but they
are read for news-general news-and
not for local information. When peo-
pie seek for Typographical, geological,
climatical and statistical knowlege
concerning Southern California, and
especially relative to that garden spot
and Paradise of the mundane world
the Los Angeles Valley they read
the daily or weekly HERALD. The
HERALD Publishing Company has
done more in the way of disseminat-
ing correct and valuable information
relative to the agricultural wealth,
mineral resources and climatic advan-
tages of the Southern Coast counties
than all the other newspapers ever
published in this part of the State.
The HERALD is read at home and
abroad, and while it endeavors to give
all the information possible relative
to this portion of the State, it in no
instance goes beyond facts, and in
every instance relates what it knows
and what its friends relate. Its policy
has been to tell the truth and defend
the right. 1t is that policy which has
drawn forth hundreds OF letters like
the subjoined:
MILFORD (Ill.), August "a, 1874.
EDITOR HERALD: A friend living near
Compton sends me a copy of your paper No.
IS of volume u, which l pronounce 0 X.
like man that has pluck enough 10 defend
right against wrong, no matter from what
quarter the wrong comes. Yours truly,
j. @. JOHNSON.
Such letters are encouraging; they
tell us that we have not failed in our
undertaking; they assure us that the
task of the HERALD is being accom-
plished-that its work is telling.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
The Route.

There are three routes over which
the Southern Pacific Railroad may
pass through the mountains to be
penetrated before we shall close the
gap between Bakersfield and San Fer
nando. All of these routes are rough,
and it is probable that no matter
which of the three the company Sc
lects, they will have reason to wish
they had taken one of the others be-
fore the road is built. On all the
grade is fully up to the maximum, and
the only advantage that is now per-
ceptible is in distance -one being some
fifty miles shorter than the others.
The short route is through Castaca
Canon, by Elizabeth Lake, and en-
tering the San Joaquin Valley nearly
opposite Bakersfield. 1t is probable
this will be the route selected by the
company. There are now parties out
examining the lay of the land, and on
their report will depend the location
of the road. Within few weeks af-
ter the route is selected, the Atlantic
and Pacific Telegraph Company
wires will stretch along the entire dis.
tance and we shall have competing
telegraph line that will bring us the
latest news.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
State University.

The most unpopular institution in
the State of California at this mo-
ment, is the concern known as the
State University. The State Univer-
sity is an educational institution. 1t
has cost the State and the people of
California little less than one thous-
and dollars per annum for each stu
dent who has availed himself of the
munificient offers extended to those
youths thirsty for knowledge. It is
an unpopular, disreput able concern,
and we doubt if the people ever con-
ceive feeling of confidence in it. 1t
is managed by small coterie of ars-
tocrats and shoddyites. The commit
tee or circle who passed sentence on
Professor CARR thought he was too
much of a peoples man, that he did
not wear fine shirts nor fashionable
boots, and that he affiliated too
closely with those who titled the soil,
and they thought this ample grounds
for recommending his removal. Well,
it may be all right, but we doubt it.
The farmers of this State are
alive and vigilant; they do not intend
to be imposed upon, and the State
University, although it has shrewd
and wide awake Board of Regents,
cannot deceive the people into the be-
lief that the institution is worthy the
public confidence. AS stated at the
outset, the State University is an un-
popular and withal disreputable con-
cern.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
New GRANGE.

EDITOR HERALD: I herewith send
you the names of the officers of the
San Jacinto Grange, San Diego
county, which organized on the 29th
ult.: Master, T. r. Henry; Overseef,
G. A. Collins; Lecturer, J. M. Benson;
Steward, John Wakefield; Assistant
Steward, James Carroll; Chaplain,
Mrs. Mary Heroday; Treasurer, John
Flanagan Secretary, Mrs. Martha
Collins, Gate-keeper, Allan Barr; Ce-
res, Mrs. Rosaline Fowler; Pomona,
Miss Mary Worthington; Flora, Miss
Jenny Marine; Lady Assistant Stew
ard, Mrs. J. +. Benson.
THOS. A. CAREY,
Deputy z. of H.
Los Angeles. Sent. l. 1874
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

Mr.. DAVIS will return to this city
in three or four days with five of the
ALDEN fruit evaporators. The build
ing for these fruit dryers is now In
course of erection and will be ready
for occupancy on their arrival. 1t is
worthy of note that the evaporators of
Mr.. DAVIS will be provided with all
modern improvements of Mr.. ALDEN
the inventor of this popular process of
fruit drying.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

THE most popular movement that
has attracted the attention of our citi-
zens for long time is that of the Los
Angeles and Coast Railroad Company.
The stock is sought for by all classes
of the community and the success of
the scheme is admitted.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

Esteban Bonia, aged AZ years, and
resident at San Luis Creek, was MUIR
dered Wednesday night by his son-in-
law, G. NJ. Lacosta, who shot him in
the mouth, the ball ranging upward,
killing him instantly. Cause, family
dissensions,
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

On Sunday, August 23d, James Dris-
col was shot and instantly killed by
Matthew Murray, the keeper of sa-
loon about five miles west of Jacinto,
Colusa county. Murray came to Col
usa and surrendered himself to the au-
thorities, claiming rhat the killing
was done in self-defense.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

Last Wednesday night the dwelling
of w. H. Williams. about eight miles
west of Colusa, was entirely destroyed
by fire. The family barely had time
to escape with their lives. The loss
was about $1,000, uninsured.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
FAR MI TO LET.

A FARM OF so ACRES, fenced and un-
"A der cultivation, located near the Race
Track. Well of abundant and excellent wa
ter, good house of four rooms corn crib, sheds
&c. To good party, this farnA will be leased
for one year on very easy terms. Possession
given on the 9th prox. Apply at
BANCROFT'S REAL ESTATE OFFICE,
aug29-lw FL Spring Street.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

Some persons at Marysville, Friday
morning, imagined that they were
about to enjoy the sensation of a
cloud-burst. But alas for the vanity
of human expectations, the commo-
tion was caused bya tank on top of the
Water-works building overfloWing.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
NEW TODAY.
Self Praise is no Recommendation,

But where every body says that I keep the
best Cigars in the city. then must believe it
also. Any one not yet convinced of the fact
should come at once to purchase Cigars at
l. GOLDSMITH,
Main ST., adjoining w. +. & Co.'s Express.
aug2S-1w
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

At recent meeting of the stock
holders of the Star Telegraph Compa-
ny, of Santa Cruz, the following off,
GERS were elected: Robert Effey, Pres
ident; Leroy Fargo, Vice President;
Frank d. Pray, Secretary and Treas
urer; Samuel Wiley, General Super
intendent'
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given that the Council
IN will receive bids at its session of Septem-
Der the l7th 1874, for SO much of the $500 in
City Bonds bearing per cent. per annum as
will produce $4,000 in gold coin.
NJ. KREMER,
aug25td City Clerk.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
NOTICE.

YgNHE MEMBERS OF THE LOS ANGELES
l. Debating Society are requested to attend
the meeting Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock, as
there is business of great Importance to come
before the meeting. Varied and interesting
literary exercises have been prepared for the
occasion. The citizens of Los Angeles city
and vicinity are invited to attend
Sep3-td
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

The Placer Herald says a project is
on foot for constructing a street rail-
road in Auburn.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
NOTICE.
SHEEP WANTED.

ElFTEEN HUNDRED to 1000 Ewes on
IL shares Address, stating terms,
C. c. p,
Santa Ana, Los Angeles Co., Cal.
Sepl-lW*
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03

"ANTED-AG GOOD MAN to attend stable
w and garden. Wages $50 per month and
board. None but first class men need apply.
j. JONES,
aug28-lw" No. s Arcadia Block
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
WANTS-LOST-FOUND.

NTAN led IMMEDIATELY.- WET
w NURSE. Apply at DIR. Stanway's.
aug2Stf
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
notice.

A SPECIAL MEETING of the Los Angeles
"A Literary and Social Club will be held in
h.;ir hall, on Wednesday evening, Sep. I'd, at
~ O'Clock. All the members are requested
to be present, as business of importance will
be laid before them. By order of the
PRESIDENT.
L. CONE, Sec'ty. sepl-2t
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
FOR - ALE.

FOR SALE.
A THIRTY-LIGHT Atmospheric Gas Ma
"A chine. new and in good working ORDER
VIII be sold at less than cost.
s. c.. FOY,
sep3tt No. IL Los Angeles St.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1874-09-03
For SALE.

HOO ACRES FIRST-CLASS LAND UN-
AOV der improvement, near Compton.
over $4,000 worth of improvements on the
land. All enclosed Offered for sale to nav
of mortgage. Title perfect Apply to w.
X. Malcolm on the premises, or q. w. Nor
gan, Agent, No. Temple Block a7-lm-2
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
RraughI Home Dead.

Yesterday Mrs Neal, who has been
visiting her daughter, Mrs Morgan a
boarder at the Old Academy, went to
the Chattanooga depot to meet the
incoming train from Chattanooga, at
1920, in answer to telegram from
her father, Rev. Mr. Marshall, Of Tren-
ton, Tenn, requesting her to meet him
at the depot and goVith him to Tren-
ton, he having been on visit to
friends in Atlanta, Ga.
Mrs Neal and her daughter were
promptly on hand when the
train rolled into the depot. Failing
to find her father among the pas
sengers aboard the train, Mrs Neal
made inquiries of the conductor, and
was informed that he had died at Chat
tanooga Sunday night of congestive
chill. The ladies were nearly over
whelmed at the sad news which came
to them so unexpectedly, and their ex-
preston Of grief was touching indeed.
The remains were accompanied to
Trenton by Mrs Neal. The deceased
was about seventy years of age--Un-
ion and american, 25h.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
HTNRQLDT ITEMS.

We clip the following items from
the Humboldt Journal of last week:
The mud holes around the public
well have been filled up-good.
A bear chained on the street attract
ell the attention of the little boys yes
terday. ~
There will be communion service
at the new Presbyterian church on
Webster street, commencing on Sat
urday, Doth inst, at 1920, A. NJ.
A young Mr. Willeford shot him
self accidentally the other day three
or four miles east of town. We did
not learn how seriously.
Mr. r. c. Blair, aged about seven
ty-two, died at the residence of Cyrus
Sykes on the 18th inst.
Crop prospects in this vicinity were
never more gloomy. Corn and cotton
have both doomed a pale and sickly
hue" under the influence of the pro-
tracted drouth. Crops, we fear, are
already too far gone to be revived by
rain, and actual want and suffering
stare some of the farmers boldly in
the face.
At the district convention held in
the court room Wednesday evening,
n. G.. Atkins, C. H. Ferril, w. H.
Mcknight, Knox Gillespie and Col.
L. c. Tyler were appointed delegates
to the convention to assemble in
Trenton the first Monday in Septem-
Der, to select candidate for the low
er branch of the Legislature. The
delegates were instructed to put in
nomination and support Col. G. w.
Day for the position. Col. Day is an
honest, straightforward gentleman
and would make US a good represent
q tive
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
SPARKS.

Milan has thirteen policemen Of
duty every night.
A number of our College Profess
ors are attending the Teachers Insti
tute at Trenton.
A fine shower fell here last Thurs
day night, reviving parched vegeta
ton wonderfully.
The week of prayer has been OBJ
served by daily service in the Meth
odist Church here.
w. C. Collier, Union street, Nash
vile, has sent us Harper for Septem
Der, for which he has our thanks.
Eight cars of very fine mules were
/ transferred at the stock yard of the
Miss. Cen. Road for New Orleans last
Friday.
The camp-meeting at Shiloh, which
closed last Thursday, was a glorious
success, resulting in about sixty con.
versions.
Capt. r. P. Cole, candidate for
Floater, will speak here Saturday, at
Lavinia Monday and at Macedonia
Tuesday, Sept. LIST.
Westbrook, of the Brownsville Bee,
passed up the road Tuesday. We
warn the people of Louisville and
Cincinnati in time.
Saturday, the first bale of this
years cotton was brought to town by
Mr. A. L. Matthews. 1t was ginned
at Capt. Hale's, weighed 4S4 pounds
and was shipped to Memphis
Saturday night Mrs Rebecca Sloan,
wife of James Sloan, near Lavinia,
was so severely burned by the explo-
sion of a lamp that she died the next
morning. We did not learn the par
ticulars.
John Mykes (colored), who robbed
Mr. w. II. Algee's house last week
during his family's absence, was ar
rested at Medon and brought back
here Sunday evening, was tried before
Esq. Jordan Monday morning and
committed to Jail.
Considerable excitement was occa-
stoned yesterday morning by Mr. j.
w. McKelvy discovering a lot of
burnt paper and chips against his
house, and it was thought an attempt
had been made to burn him out. 1t
was found afterwards that his little
son, about FIVE years old, made the
the fire Gin fun" He'll not think it
so funny next time.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
A New Phase of the yirginius Affair.

- w" NHdsc Oh tbe ttFSihfus AhAir-
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23.-It has
been ascertained. from reliable source
that Spain instead of carrying into eff
feet the understanding of the Fish-Polo
protocol, namely, to investigate the
conduct of those of its authorities who
have infringed on Spanish laws or
treaty obligations, and to punish those
who may have offended, has made q
demand Of indemnity in the affair Of
the Virginius and for other alleged
wrongs suffered by Spain, owing to
the administering expeditions fitted out
in this country, and landing or at
tempting to land men and munitions
Of war on the Spanish American coast.
10 this demand our government
has replied in firm but courteous
terms, asserting the untenableness of
the positions of the Spanish Govern
ment and reminding it of the remiss-
ness or inexcusable delay in making
reparatiOn for the wrongs suffered by
American citizens in person and
property.
The latest information from Minis
ter Gushing, is that he is still pressing
our demands on Spain. 1t seems GER
tain the clause in the protocol provid-
ing reciprocal reclamations shall be
the subject of consideration between
the twogovernments, willnOt end salts
factOrily. In which case it will become
a subject of arbitration as per agree
ment, providing the constitutional as
sent of the Senate of the United
Statessha be given to it.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
New Advertisements,

Stone d Mills, one of our most sue
cessful and enterprising firms, have
just moved into E. A. Collins man.
moth brick storehouse, where they
will in future keep larger and better
stock of goods than ever. They will
sell goods at panic prices for cash, and
we advise buyers to give them a call.
Parties wishing to learn telegraphy
and bookkeeping are referred to the
advertisement of Lebanon Business
College. We are personally acquaint-
ed with the Professors of this school
and know that they give satisfaction.
We will take pleasure in answering
any inquiries about it.
L. w. Deshong has splendid hall
for rent. See notice.
7. j. Ridge has opened a gunsmith
shop en- Main street-something need
ed just now.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27

1OtEl - lou, wv
The science Of advertising is well
understood by New York business
men, and none fail 10 find that it paws
in the end. In my own short recol-
lection, covering ten years, | rcmem-
Der at least fifty men, who beginning
in limited quarters on an avenue, by
liberal advertising in that time have
grown to be merchant princes, with
establishments doing immense bust
ness. I fail to recall one in that time
who failed after generous advertising
in The | apers if / except Buchu Hem
bold. He failed after spending fully
$3.50, 900 per year on printers ink, but
it was after he had become insane
and had committed many queer fnan-
cial errors that never characterized
his previous career, but the fact that
the immense fortune he lost was made
by advertising entirely, and not owing
to any particular merits in Buchu.
should be considered. One great
point our business men have learned
and are profting by Is that it is when
trade is dull that they derive the most
advantage from advertising, hence
then it is that many of them rush into
the daily papers with column adver-
tisements. This no doubt will be a
profitable hint TO your home mer-
chants, whose interests | have had in
my mind while preparing this letter
on the science of advertising.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
Terrible Accident

Miss Nancy Harris, living three
miles east Of this place, while return
ing from the Shiloh camp-meeting
last Wednesday, met with probably a
fatal accident at Johns branch. Her
horse became frightened at something,
commenced backing until he ran
against a carriage occupied BY Mr.
Coley, when he reared and fell back
On her. crushing her terribly She is
in . very critical condition, and fears
are entertaiaed that she viii not re-
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
Railroad Accident.

Last Monday evening the passenger
train going north ON the Central road
came in collision with a loose box car
at Frost's station. thirty-two miles
north of this city, which threw the
the engine and mail and baggage cars
off the track, injuring the engineer
and fireman and wrecking the ears
considerably.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
Nero Killed.

Last night about ten o'clock three
unknown armed men went to the
house of Henry Carnes, colored, two
miles east of town, took him a short
distance from the house and riddled
him with bullets. We have not time
TO 60 into particulars about this out
race.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
GREENFIELD.
All nniet nj Grenn6eld-

All quiet at Greenfield.
An election win shortly be held for
Mayor and aldermen of this flourish
ing town.
A difficulty occurred four miles
from here, near Meridian Church, a
few days since, between two men
named Manard and McCargo, in
which the latter was fatally stabbed
with knife. We did not learn the
particulars.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
Not Vet Awhile.

The proposition for the city of
Evansville to vote tax of three hun
dred thousand dollars to our railroad
was withdrawn last week. We sup
pose hard times is the cause. 1t
would be hard matter to raise much
money for the enterprise in this State
just now, and it may be well enough
to let the matter rest awhile.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
A Cross Mark

On the margin of your paper indf
Gates that your time is out, or viii ex
pire with the next paper. Remember
,ourrule-CAsH ALWAYS IN ADVANCE.
If not renewed, we take it for granted
you do not want the paper any longer,
and your name will be dropped from
our list. We intend to publish the
best paper in West Tennessee, and
the more subscribers we get, the bet.
ter we can make the paper. Let eve.
~ one renew and bring another with
him.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
DIED.

TERRY.-At his residence, near
Cool Springs, Carroll county, on the
21st inst, of bilious fever, Col. John
B. Terry, aged 66 years.
CLAY.-On Monday last, in Nc
Lemoresville, w. H. Clay, Sr., an
old and highly respected citizen of
Carroll county.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27

The Mckenzie Times says the resi-
dence Of Mr. John Hayes was con-
sumed by fire on Tuesday morning of
last week. Nearly the entire contents
of the house were burned. 1t caught
from a stove in the kitchen.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
In CHANCERY AT HUMBOLDT.
Strayed or Stolen,

T7R0M THE SUBSCRIBER. A CHEST
Il nut Serrei Horse, about seventeen hands
high and about seven years old. He il full
across the nose ard has on his back a lump.
caused by q saddle. When last seen. be bad on
ayoke, (bow and svin gig Etick.) Anyinform-
alton may be left 90 :hs ExczABeE oheeor wlta
the owner Dr. :. l. &c iIJEEY. SIX miles rorth-
wet Of Hilzn Ess:.s 'Harts1sdor roo =
j1ly91n
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
CITY OFFICERS.

A Jordan. Mayor and Recorder
J. L. Williamson, City Attorney
J. L. Mcdonald, City Marshal.
DrJ. G. Boyd, NJ. L. Baird. Wilson William
son. s. F. Rankin, W J. House, j. IL. Dickin-
CHURCHES.
Bapti-t-Church street. J. P. Wearer, Pastor.
Preaching every Sunday morning and evening
Prayer meeting Thursday evening. Sunday
school a. m
Methoiist-North Main street, B. F. PEBBLES,
Pastor. Preaching every Sunday morning and
evening. Prayer meeting Tuesday evening.
Sunday-srh0ol a. m.
Mcthodi.t-At Friendship, three miles east Of
Milan, J. IS. Jones pastor. Preaching fourth
SunAayin each month. at II a. IN.
old S~bow Presbyterian-Dr. J. E. Bright,
pastor. Services ID Sunday in each month.
Cumberland Presbyterian-At Friendship, :
railes east Of Milan, J. J. Gray, pastor. Serv-
rs lhir9 saturday and Sabbath in each month.
IO.O.F.
Milan Lodge, No. 155-J. II. Holt, i. C. W.
! WIZ mson, q. r F HauR, Secretary.
W u C"ley, Treasurer. Lodge meets every
Wednesday night.
MASONIC.
Milan Lodge. No. I9l-Meets Wednesday 10 4.
m after each full moon. Dr. VI. d. L. Jordan,
Master. o. Lewter. Secretary.
Lavinia Chapter No. j6-Meets Friday night
On or before each full moon. NJ. d. L. Jordan.
a. p. ". L. Horncr. Recorder
Lavinia Council, No S9-Mects Friday night
on or before each full moon. NJ. d. L. Jordan,
T. /. NJ. 5. II. Hale. Recorder
PATRONS OF HUsBANDRY.
Miiau Grange No. 35-Meots Friday before the
third Sunday, at ODD Fellows Hall S. II.
Hale. Master. Robert Nesbit. Secretary.
New Hope Grange No. 90-Meets I'd Saturday
in each month. at Friendship. b. 4. Hurt,
Master. q. 5. Cunningham, Secretary.
Walnut Grove Grange, No. 4}-Meets Friday
srening before the tdir4 Sunday in each month.
u. II. Goodman, Master. l. NJ II imes, Sec
rotary.
1. O. of G. L.
Friendship Lodge, No. 35l-Mcets at Friend
ship, 3 miles east Of Milan, every lst and 81
saturday. at p. m James Lessenberry, W.
(. T. p. l.. Atkinson, Secretary.
Layinia Lodge, No. = Meets every % and
9Th saturday. al p m. Banks Adams, ". c.
+. George FrinScr. Secretary.
Hope Hill Lodge, No. 35l-Meets the second
snd fourth Saturday nights in each month. W.
p. Childress. W. c. I. John W. Bum, Sec
rotary.
Walnut Grove Lodge, No =. Meets every
Thursday night W II. Goodman, W. c. 7.
L. T. 7.
Mimi Council, No. 7l-Meets every Friday
night at Odd Fellows Hall. W. j. House, W.
p. H., L. Dickinson, Secretary.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1874-08-27
FLOATER.

"ALL-Ne are requested to announce II.
Wv " Wall. of Henry county, as a candidate
Cor Joint Representative from the counties OF
Gibson, Carroll, Weakly and Henry, in the
next General Assembly, subject TO the decision
Of u convention, if one be deemed necessary by
the party.