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The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

Physician of the college, and practition-
er of skill and high standing; the young
chancellor, Hiram Cassidy Jr., Hons.
j. F. Sessions, J. B. Chrisman and
District Attorney Deason also reside
here. But Brookhaven would be like
the play of Hamlet, with Hamlet left out,
without
CAPT. J. a. HosKINs,
who is the life and spirit OF the place.
He is the owner of large foundry here,
several extensive mills for the mana
facture of lumber, the head Of the Fire
Department, which by the way is amodel
of efficiency, and is represented by two
companies, tone Of each race, Trustee
of the Whitworth College, the proprie-
tor OF a fine mansion, the husband of a
noble wife. the head of an interesting
family and the dispenser of a profuse
hospitality. The picture would not be
complete if | were TO omit mentioning
that he commanded one of the finest
batteries IN the Confederate service dur
ing the war
Punctually at o'clock Saturday morn
ing the whistle of the locomotive an
nounced that the train placed at the
disposal OF the Press Convention by the
obliging managers ofthe
\. o., J. & @. n R.
for an excursion to McComb CITY. was
in readiness. In the excursion, besides
the members of the Press, as invited
guests, We're the pupils Of the college
with the principal at their head, and a
large number of the ladies and gentlemen
of Brookhaven. In charge Of the train
was Capt. E. l.. Bowen jr., genuine
chip OF the old block, with David Man
ship, one of your Jackson boys, now a
man Of stalwart proportions, as engineer.
Arriving on time at McComb City, the
excursionists enjoyed themselves with
music and dancing, and promenading in
the fine Hotel recently erected at that
point; but above all, in inspecting the
extensive machine shops under the guild
ance of the master mechanic, Mr. Green
er, who impressed every one as the right
man in the right place.
AT SUMMIT
the excursionists were treated to a delight
full musical entertainment by the band Of
that city. 1t discoursed eloquent music al
with the Brookhaven band which
was part of the excursion, and contrib
uted greatly to its pleasure. Among the
denizens Of Summit, who were prominent
in extending a cordial welcome, | must
not forget to mention the universal favor
ite, Capt. Geo. T. Crazy BY the way,
did it never occur to you what large
hearted people that these railroad men
are?
5. H. Edgar, Esq. Vice president the
r. K. Company, happening to be at Me
Comb City, was hard at work, with coat
off, but spared the time to make the ac-
luaintance of number Of the gentlemen
Of the press and others of the excursion,
all of whom he impressed most agreeably.
Your correspondent predicts for him
distinguished career in that class of ben
efactors who are carrying the material
world on their shoulders.
ON-THE-W WING.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

1t is believed there is no earthly chance
Tor the passage Of the civil rights bill this
session of congress. The Republican
leaders are hanging fire on it.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

STATE NORMAL ScHooL.-Pursuant
to provision Of the Code, the Superinten-
dent of Public instruction, has appointed
Prof. Isaiah Mitchell, T. H Whipple,
Esq, and Col. J. L. Power, visitors to
the State Normal School, at Tugaloo
pending the Examination, of the Pupils
during the present month.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

The federal, government by regulating
the manufacture of liquors, becoming
a party to the business and deriving
large profit therefrom, confers right to
sell the article and should protect that
right by proper legislation.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

On our first page viii be found legal
opinion of these gentlemen on the print
ing bill. 1t will be seen that they fully
endorse the views Of those other eminent
Lawyers, Messrs. Harris d George.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

SENATOR ALCoRN's SPEECH. Hay
ing published the Geographic report of
the discussion in the Senate on the Civil
Rights bill, giving very inaccurate i'm
preston of what Senator AIcorn said,
we have printed in to-day,s paper an of
fetal report from the Congressional Rec
ord
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

The NATIONAL Crop Reporter publishes
Information that the western grain crops
are giving promise of an unusually large
Weld
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

Gov. Weston of New Hampshire, in
his late Message to the Legislature dis
cusses at some length the subject of tenn
perance He intimates his belief that
entire prohibition is against public scIrti-
ment, and he favors permission or IL
cense law of some form. which, he says,
to be effective, must be in harmony with
public sentiment. But this principle has,
in great degree, been overlooked or dis
regarded in our legislation on the subject
OF temperance, and the result has been,
and is, thai for want of proper moral sup
port from the public generally, the laws
cannot be or will not be enforced"
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

Hon. JEFFERSON DAvIs.-By the fol-
lowing from late Glasgow Citizen, it will
be seen that our distinguished country
man having been the guest OF our former
respected fellow citizen, James Smith,
Esq, of that city-is again on his way to
the United States, in improved health:
The Hon. Jefferson Davis, along with
his friend, Governor Lubbock, of the
State of Texas, who have been the guests
of MIR. Smith, at Benvue, Dowanhill, for
week past, left the city to-day for Liv-
erpool, on their way across the Atlantic.
The ex-President Of the Confederacv is
somewhat improved in health by his visit
TO this country, although he is not strong.
Many friends and acquaintances paid their
respects TO him during the few days of his
solourn.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

Don't fail TO read what the Rev. Free
man Clark Of Boston, an original aboli-
ZIONIST, says on the condition of the South.
lie represents it as bad enough under
the regime Of the carpet-baggers; but
thinks that as there is great improvement
10 be looked for in the colored people,
il will be better. We hope so.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11
Respectfully.

The people of Alabama propose to
dodge mixed schools by the direct distri-
button of the funds to parents, regardless
of color.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

The Agricultural Congress at Atlanta
passed a resolution urging the refunding
of the cotton tax to producers; and the
masters Of the State Oranges of the cotton
States, appointed an executive committee
to urge Congress to refund the tax.
Reports show large increase of acreage
Of cereals and decrease in cotton.
The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11
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The weekly clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1863-1882, 1874-06-11

Here are some other appointment
l.. c. Abbot, vice Steoms, for the 9lb
Chan. District, whose term expire June
the Sth, 1874
II. w. Warren, vice Simmons, l0H
District, whose term expires june 30t1
1874
r. b. Stone, vice r. r. Goweu, Chm-
cellor of the 17th District.
These are Amcs Republicans who an
assigned 10 places occupied by Republican.
OF the Alcorn or Powers wing. OF .ae
qualifications of the nppointee-, We ar.
prepared to speak, except Of Mr. Boyd
whose fitness, We presume, will mot De-
questioned.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
VA.
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 1874.

A bill has been introduced in the House OF
Representatives by Mr. Frye, of Maine, to IN
corporate the Auglo-American Mutual Com
pany, which proposes the establishment OF a
corporation with capital of $50, 100000, with
power to increase the same to 500, 100000.
The second section of the bill states the object
as follows: 1.-The object and business of said
corporation shall be to perfect a thoroughly
economical system of International commerce
and to encourage an intelligent immigration
from densely populated countries, to act as fac
tors, agents, expressmeu and common carriers
generally, by land and water; aud performing
trusts for the public similar to such as are no"
performed by the Adams Express Company
now transactiug the public carrying business
between the United States and foreign coun-
tries
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
FOREIGN NEWS.

BAYoNNE, April 6.-The case of the cure Of
Santa Cruz, who Was arrested on the frontier,
has been disposed of. The prisoner had been
ACQUITTED of violation of the neutrality laws aud
discharged, but at the same time forbidden
from remaining 10 France.
LONDON, April 6.-The annual review of the
volunteers took place at Wimbledon to-day.
Ten thousand men were uoder arms. The dis
play was unusually. fine, and was witnessed by
immense crowds.
LONDON, April 7, $50 a. MIR. Webb.
United States consul at Zauzibar, has arrived
10 London, with letter from Livingstone to
Mr.. Stanley, which is published in the Tee,
graph.
BERLIN, April 6.-Pribcc Bismarck is im.
proving. He was able to leave his bed to-day.
HAVANA, April 6.--GeperaI Concha arrived
here today and Landed with the usual ceremo.
pies. He proceeded to the Government palace
where he took the oath Of Office and lmmedi
ately entered upon his duties as Governor Gen
eraI of the Antilles.
New YORK, April GA Herald specia
from Mexico, April 2, says the revolutionary
movement 10 Chiapas against the Governor ha:
been suppressed. Six of the assassus Of Rev
NJ. Stephens have been condemned to death
The trial of the priest, Ochoa, and others iuI
plcated in the outrage, is still pending.
Congress opened yesterday. Peace prevail:
| in Mexico.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
NEWS OF The DAY
"To saov the very age aud body Of the Times

"7o sao,1 the very age and body OF the ls"ses
The British Consul General at Port-au- Prince
is trying to establish treaty OF peace between
San Domingo and Hayti. Among the con-
ditions of the proposed treaty, it is said, we're
the cession to Haytl OF disputed territory on
the frontier aud the annuIment OF the Samana
bay Convention with citizens OF the Unlted
State. These conditions being admitted by the
Dominican Government, Haytl or England was
to loan considerable sun OF money TO San
Domingo, payable at convenience and With
out interest The discussion of this measure
was causing great excitement throughout tue
Island.
A delegation Of officials from Richmond
reached Baltimore 90 Thureday night for the
purpose Of inspecting the Water Works of that
city, with view OF adopting such plans as
might prove practicable 10 connection with the
contemplated addition to the water works OF
Richmond. Last evening the visitors took their
departure for Philadelphia, and will inspect the
Water Works of that city aud probably New
York.
Some idea of the California vine aud grape
trade may be formed from the fact that this
year there will be produced there twelve mil
lion gallons Of vine. two million pounds OF
grapes for table use, and two hundred and fifty
thousand pounds Of ralsins besides the brandy,
of which we have no statistics. Forty thous'
and acres are 10 vineyards, aud the area Is con-
stantly increasing.
The House OF Representatives Committee
on Agriculture have determined to report ia
vorably the bill to prevent cruelty to animals
while being transported IN cars or vessels from
one point TO another. The most important fea-
ture of the bill is that which provides that cat
tie shall not be carried on cars without food or
water for longer period than tWenty-tour
hours.
To Philadelphia, yesterday, the First Re-
formed Episcopal Church organized, 10 build
ing erected by Mr.. Powers for the use Of the
seceders from the church of St. James the
Less, on the introduction of riuaIisic practices.
All the members have joined the Reformed
Church, with Rev. Walter Wlndeyen as its
rector.
An examination into the affairs of the Ma
tional Bank of Brighton, Massachusetts, shows
that from $4,000 to 100000 have been mis-
appropriated by one of the officers of the bank.
Property has been surrendered to the bank,
covering the amount Incorporated.
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Pernambuco
has been sentenced by court in Brazil to four
years Imprisonment and hard labor for refusal
to conform to the civil law 1t is thought the
Emperor will commute his sentence to Danish
ment.
The amount of the sales of flowers 10 New
York city and Brooklyn during the last week,
to be used as decorations on Holy Thursday and
Easter Sunday, has been estimated by the for
lists at nearly Sl25,00O.
Five coored men, out Of a party of ten that
were crossing from Portsmouth to Norfolk ear
y yesterday 10 a small boat, were drowned by
the sinking Of the boat
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

A bill to authorize the National Gas aud
Iron Company Of Chicago to supply the public
buildings and grounds and the city OF Wash
ipeton with gas, has been introduced IN the
House of Representatives. By the terms OF
the bill this company is authorized to lay lis
mains and establish its works, the Commits
sioner of Public Buildings and Grounds setting
apart for their use sufficient public grounds, 10
a suitable locality, and the company is to fur
uish gas for the Government at not over Sl.5O
per thousand feet, and the city of Washington
and the citizens at not over Sl.75 per thousand.
The bill was referred.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

The Richmond State Journal says that if
members of the General Assembly don't hur-
~ up the work they now have on hand the cad
of the extra session will find them very little
farther advanced in the essential business OF
legislation than they were at the termination
of the ninety days of regular session. and adds
that the people are getting tired of the dllly-
dayiug of their eprcseutatives-which is even
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
Ex-Judge Edmonds the we'll known New
York lawyer aud spiritualist, is dead.
RAILROAD RECEIPTS.


The following were the receipts by the W.
C., " NJ. s. g. S. K. r., for the last week Corn
II, 42O bu:h is. wheat 2l75, rye +, corn meal l02
beans 10, mill oHal 30 oats $50, potatoes 345
seed 81, -four 493 bbis dried fruit I bbis and
bags, apples d bDls hay 80 bales, fowls coops,
tobacco 45 cases and boxes, dressed poultry )
bbls, oil 5 b,lS, letter 80 rolls, glassware II
cases and boxes, butter frkins, eggs Al bbla
and boxes, dressed hogs 5, wool SACKS, lard
frkin, paper IS bundles, rags 66l3 lbs, whiskey
IS bbIs, blooms 10000 lbs, buckwhest flour
bbl, tallow 2 b,ls sheep skins bale tools q
bundles. fur 3 pac.s, sundrieS 4 bbs and boxes,
calves, &C., II, sewing machines 2, hides
bundles, furniture % packages and boxes, wood
6 cords, lead 10 lbs broom corn bales, bacon
765 lbs, plows IL, trees bundles, iron and brass
u, 240 lbs CASTING: bundles, lumber Is 0O0f Ct,
oak lumber 5000 lcet hoop poles 10 bund Is,
stone cars, ore cars, hoops cars, bones l car,
furniture | CIR, cross ties 2 cars.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

1t is said that the United States Senate COM
mittee have reported adversely to the scheme for
government aid in completing the James River
and Kanawha Canal, and in favor of double
track railroad from the Kanawha river to tide
water on the James. The Richmond State
Journal says: IF we remember Alright this
plan to utilize the canal was first suggested 10
the Richmond Examiner, then edited By the
late Mr.. John NJ Daniel, some twenty years
ago. He wanted the water let out OF the canal
and the bottom thereof used as a road bed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
R1R sale OR RENT.

FJRsALE, KhAT TOR EXCHANGE
E:i The OLD VIRGINIA HOUSE. corner OF
klng and Pccton streets, together with TWO
BRICK DWELLINGS I'D jacent. Possession
given on the lSt day of Aprii. Terms very mod
crate. Enquire on the premises, or to WM.
CAREY, corner Louisiana avenue and 7th st>.,
Washington, ID. g.. NH 23-tf
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

Frederick Douglass in a card in the Wash
ipgton papers says that the report that the
Washington Freeduan's Savings and Trust
Company has made new departure, and is
hereafter to be differed exclusively by colored
men and to be conducted exclusively in the
interests of the colored people, leaving the In
ference that only colored persons are to be de-
positors iu that institution, is entirely incor-
root -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

10 Philadelphia, yesterday, settlement was
completed between the Northern Pacific Rail
road Company and the estate of Jay Cooke 4
Co., whereby the advances made by the latter
to the former are discharged by acceptance Of
the company's first mortgage bonds aud other
securities. This settlement leaves the railroad
company with only nominal floating debt to
be provided for.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

The sixty first anniversary of the Virginia
Bible Society is to be held this evening at the
Broad-street Methods church in Richmond.
Addresses are to be delivered by the Rev. DR..
Wall, Colonel L. l.. Preston, or General +. Il.
Smith, and Rev. Dr.. Hoge. Rev. DR.. Mime
gerodc will read the report OF the board Of man
ayers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

With reference to the reports in circulation
that Secretary Richardson intends to resign,
that gentleman says that whatever may be his
Intentions in this regard, he has communicated
with 20 one, and that when be does make up
his mind to retire from the Treasury Depart
ment he will take care that it is Immediately
made public
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

Doctors AND MEDICINES -A Chicago man
says: I'VE are told that doctors never take
medicine of their own or of aoy one else re-
commenting was reminded of this few
months ago. went into the Office of one of
Chcago's most celebrated physicians to obtain
prescription tor cold and hoarseness. While
be was writing it out he casually mentioned
that having been out 10 the terrible storm of
the previous day. severe cold had resulted,
and that 10 the morning he could scarcely speak
aloud AS | folded the prescription Which
was Egyptian to me, but seems to be the moth
er tongue of druggists-I veutured TO inquire
what he had taken for his hoarseness. Loaf
sugar and lemons, was the placid reply. Well,
that prescription for drugs was never used and
| found loaf sugar and lemons excellent"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

The Richmond State Journal says The
Assembly joint resolution in reference to the
Improvement of the falls of the Potomac, SO as
to facilitate the passage of fish, is Intended to
give some Virginia moral support to the effort
now being made in Congress to have that body
authorize the fabrication of some sort ola con-
trivauce that will allow the ascent of fish to the
waters of tie Shenandoah river and upper tri'
butaries Of the Potomac"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

Mr.. Smith of Virginia yesterday introduced
in the House of Representatives bill to pro-
vide for the adjudication of certain claims un.
der the internal revenue laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

10 the House of Representatives, yesterday,
Mr. Sener, of Virginia. introduced bill to re-
lieve Gen. Fitzhugh Lee of his political disa-
bilities, which was at once passed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

The Tax bill before the House Of Delegates
fixes the specific tax for selling liquor at whole.
sale at 81 so; for retailing alone, 500; for Or
dinaries, which includes restaurants, $50.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

New NOVEL, Circuit Rider, tale of
the heroic age, by Edward Eggleston, has been
published by j. 3. Ford g. Co., New York. 1t
is highly spoken of as an interesting work, and
is inscribed by the author to his comrades of
other days, with whom he was associated in
frontier ministry. The work has been favor
ably noticed by the press.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

All the Sprague property in Washington, In
Guiding the 6ne mansion on Sixth and
streets, has been attached iu pending suits.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

1t is believed that Henry Howard, esq, late
agent of Her Majesty's government before the
British and American Mixed Claims Commits
sion, will disburse the money awarded to the
various successful claimants.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

The returns from the State election held in
Connecticut yesterday, though not yet full and
complete, indicate that the Democrats have car
ried the State, electipg their State ticket and a
large majority of the Legislature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07
COAL!

CIoAL' COAL! ooNA'
To arrive and on wharf full stock of
Lyken's Valley Red Ash Coal.
Lorberry Red Ash Coal
Shamokin Coal.
Henry Clay Mine Coal.
Lee Mine White Ash Coal.
Delano Mine White Ash Co4l.
Lehigh White Ash Coal.
Locust Mountain Coal.
Chestnut Red Ash Coal.
Chesnut White Ash Coal.
West Virginia Coal
Cumberland Coal.
All of the best quality, and for sale at lowest
market rates-224O lbs to the ton.
Orders LETT ut ~ King street will be promptly
attended to. W. a. oMUOT,
jy loft Shoots wharf, foot Of Princess !.
HAVING disposed of my interest IN the
IL Wood and Coal Yard on King street to
John Leathcrland, | shall continue the Wood
and Coal business at yards on the north and
south corners Of Union and Queen SIS, where
will always be on hand n full supply Of the best
quality RED and WHITE ASH GOALS of the
different sizes; CUM BERLAND coal by the
cargo, car losd or rcta
Also HICKORY, OAK and PINE WOOD
The patronage Of the citizens is respectfully So
licited All orders left at the Office Of the Alex
ardra Insurance Co., No. "a King street, with
Col Marye, or at Clarridge U 6rgg's Drug
Store, corner King and Roys streets, viii bo
prom pity attended TO. Weight guaranteed,
jy 3-tf THOS. j. NJ tlihFFE /.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-04-07

Ia the Senate yesterday, Mr.. Johnston pre-
sented memorial from the eldest son of the
late Mrs R. E. Lee, (G. W. Custs Lee.) set
ting forth the defects 10 the title of the United
States to the Arlington estate, which was de-
vised TO him by bis grandfather. MIR. Johnston
said that Mr.. Lee recognized the sacred uses to
which the Arlington property had been put,
and had no wish to disturb it. All that ne
asked was that the matter be referred to the
Court of Claims for such reasonable conpepsa-
ton as was due him. Mr.. Johnston then ~
troduced bill, referring the matter to the
Court Of Claims, which with the memorial, was
referred to the judiciary Committee.