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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
a Sad Rereavement.

Mr.. E. Whitmore, of the LEDGER, re-
ceived a dispatch this morning from New
Orleans announcing the death of Willie,
the little son of VIM. l.. and Mrs. Geor-
gia Chandler, which took place in that
city this morning at s o'clock. The
child was about four years old, and as
bright sud promising child as ever glad
dened the hearts of fond parents and
friends. Mr.. Chandler went to New
Orleans to live about three months ago,
after long residence here. They had
only two children, girl and boy. The
daughter who survives is about twelve
years old and the only living child.
Willie was the special pet and favorite OF
Mrs. and Mr.. Whitmore, who had long
been member of the household. They
expected to start to New Orleans on
pleasure trip in day or two and to
meet Mr.. and Mrs. Chandler under happy
circumstances. But Providence de-
signed it otherwise. The journey is de-
ferred and sadness feigns where joy only
= day ago reigned supreme. The many
friends of Mr.. and Mrs. Chandler, who
scarcely knew that they had taken up
their residence in another city, will
deeply sympathize with them in their
sad bereavement. They mourn, but not
without a bright and sustaining hope
that the little cherub has been trans
ferred to a purer and brighter world
where partings and funeral plumes and
shadows are unknown. We tender our
sincere and heartfelt sympathies to the
parents and immediate friends of the
family.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
THE APPEAL TESTIMONIAL.


That Mysterious school Question
aettlea al Last-Card from Mr.. q.
IN. Collier.
To the Editor OF the Ledger;
/ beg leave to say to you and the pub
lie that the communication published in
your paper Of Friday, November 9th,
signed "a Linden Street Teacher, and
the editorial comments based upon 1t,
are erroneous, both in stating or intimat-
ing that any one beside myself was re-
sponsible for the proposition TO have the
teachers contribute toward testimonial
to the Appeal. have before, in a pub
lished communication, assumed the en-
tire responsibility of that proposition.
But as the fact does not seem to be yet
fully understood, l now reiterste the as
sumption: Ii is not true that either Mr..
Slaughter or Mr.. Pickett was prime
mover in the proposition; nor did Mr..
Pickett know that it was proposed until
after / had, on consultation with the
principal of Alabama street school, Pc
rempterily dropped the matter, and had
by note requested Mr.. Slaughter, and,
through him, his teachers, to do the
same for reasons previously published.
| intimated to Mr.. Slaughter that Mr..
Pickett would teach my school if request
ed, so that myself might propose vol
untary contribution to the public teach
ers throughout the city; and / even
named the sum from each teacher that |
deemed sufficient for the testimonial,
/ fully credit Mr.. Slaughter with no other
object than to communicate my propo-
sition to the Linden street teachers, but
he may have inexperienced my re-
marks, as our interview was hurried
one on the street. am yet at a loss to
see any wrong in proposing the testimo-
NAL, and my reason for dropping the
matter was, as before stated, fear lest
might misconstrue my motive.
C. ID. CoLLIER.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
Death Of IN. ,1:, e.s; ::. ss..'or in 'h'

DEAN 81 Uno OIOoat FKhmtor IN INC
United states.
Nashville Union and American, 2sth.l
The following Associated Press dis
patch reached this office last night:
"ST. LOUIS, Nov. OWN. L. Barry,
aged Sc, supposed to be the Oldest prin-
ter in the United States, was buried here
yesterday. His first take as journey
man was Washington's obituary. AT
30 years of age he worked at the case
in Nashville Tenn"
Mr.. Barry was well known in this city,
having spent most of his long life in the
Nashville printing Offices, the last work
he did here being done in the Union and
American book room, in setting up the
proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Odd
Fellows, two years ago this fall. he at.
tended the meeting Of the Tennessee
Press Association at Lebanon, t%o years
ago next May, at which time he was hale
and hearty.
he was the father Of David and Rich
ard Il. Barry (the latter having been one
of the proprietors Of the old Nashville
News) and the grandfather of DIR. W. A.
Barry, of this city. For several years he
had been making his home with a som
in-law residing in st. Louis.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
Amunananrs.


MEMPHIS THEArER. There was large
and fashionable audience at the theater
last night to witness that most amusing
pantomime. Humpty Dumpty. Geo.
Fox's Humpty Dumpty is most laugh
able character. and he is probably the very
best clown and comedian on the stage.
Possessing wonderful facial expression,
his appearance on the stage is always
greeted with applause. In the panto-
mime he is ably seconded and sup
ported by Mr.. C. X. Fox as Pan
taloon, c. W. Ravel as Harlequin,
and Miss Louise Boshel as Columbine,
Miss Boshell possesses an expressive
face, good figure and activity, all of
which came in play during the perform
ance of the psntomine. Her dancing is
especially graceful and devoid of that
Objectionable lofty kicking which is seen
so oft in the ballet. Her wonderful and
graceful performance on the slack wire
was deservedly applauded last evening.
The other specialties are most attrac-
tive, especially the Olympian and Calls
thencal exposition by Mile Lucia and
0rrin Brothers. staff bell ringing and
horn solo by Miss George Dean Spauld-
ing, harp playing by w. P. Spaulding,
character songs by Mr.. Dunbar, Swiss
warbling by Deverchere, Swiss bell ring
ing by the Spaulding Troupe and aero
batic acts by the 0rrin Brothers. There
will be q matinee to-day, and tonight an
exhibition will be given for the benefit Of
the Tuscumbia sufferers.
LITTLE NELL.-This clever little &C.
tress and Memphis favorite will COM
mence an engagement at the theater on
Monday evening as Fidelia," in the
Fire Wait When last she appeared in
our city she drew large and fashionable
houses during the entire week. During
her engagement she will appear in many
other attractive roles.
BENEFIT FOR THE TUsouYBIA SUFFER
ERs.-To-night the Fox troupe, at the
of several citizens, will give
a benefit for the Tuscumbia sufferers.
The benefit has been hastily gotten up,
probably too much so to realize the ex-
pectations of its friends and advocates.
Saturday night is the very worst night
for theatrical attendance in Memphis
indeed, il would have been better to have
waited until next week and in the mean
time make all the necessary arrange
ments. But as the benefit will come off
and the object meets the appreciation of
all people, the thester tonight should be
crowded by our citizens.
JEFFERSON OPERA HoUsE.-The bust
ness at this popular place Of amusement
still keeps on the increase. Little Dot,
Abbie Farnsworth and NJ. Jean Dupont,
the new appearances, walked at once
into public favor. Tomorrow evening
Mark Grayson, the popular sensation
author and actor, makes his appearance
in the celeb rated drama o! Struck by
Lightning. Mr.. Grsyson also assumes
the direction of amusements during his
engagement Manager Steele promises
increased attractions in rapid succession.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
Great Red Stores Vagaries.

The cause of the Red Stores success
is buying goods cheap for cash, selling
goods cheap for cash, and dealing with
every one alike in fsir and square
manner.
Why the Red Store is gaining such
great popularity:
Because of its efficient system in man
agement, Its able and attentive corps of
statesmen and ladies, and above all, to
strict attention paid to assert nothing
either verbally or written that cannot be
fulfilled by US.
Why good mamas should invariably
visit the Red Store:
Because children cry for it, they must
have it, only from the Red Store of
course.
How to solve the national problem of
political economy:
By coming to the Red Store to clothe
and shoe yourself with the least possible
expense.
The true philanthropist is not he who
theories, but he who practices real good
by inventing or producing something
that will ultimately benefit his fellow
men. For us, we simply claim the credit
of having improved the art of selling the
cheapest dry goods.
Moral: Go to the Red Store and pa
tronize home industry. The man who
is blind to Red Store bargains would not
notice the caresses of his sweetheart.
An eye to futurity-The woman with
a parcel from the Red Store.
The prudent and economical house
wife at early morn may be seen vending
her way to the Red Store.
What caused such good cheer to the
hearts of SO many families on the lst
instant? Why, the fact of the monthly
bill being much smaller than usual, while
the lads and leases are clad even better
than ever.
Jealousy, you naughty green-eyed
monster, thou hast poisoned the minds
Of our competitors, who are envious of
our great progress.
Charity to all, malice to none; we
pray for the salvation of our neighbors,
especially those who have appropriated
for their use our ong-estsblished and
we'll paid-for color-the great Red.
Something for the masses.-A great
deal OF sickness might be avoided in this
mslarial climate by frequent ventilation
of the bedrooms in day time, and
cheerful fire in the evening to remove
dampness. Above.all, carpet your rooms.
This you can easily do by going to the
Red Store. Hard times need be no
excuse, for we sell carpets at prices that
bring them within the reach of every one;
in fact, the price paid for one years
scrubbing almost exceeds the cost of a
carpet sold and put down By the Red
Store.
How to be happy.-Take plenty of
outdoor exercise, eat nothing but what
is wholesome, and wear nothing except
from the Red Store. CoDtract no bills
utwhat you can pay tours are C. o. D.
send your children to the Sabbath school
on Sunday and you come to the Red
Store on Monday.
By observing the above suggestions
You'll attain venerable old age, which
is the prayer Of your humble servants OF
TIE GREAT RED SToEI.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

The marriage licenses returned to the
County Clerk as executed during the
week are as follows: Michael Cannon
and Miss Julia Lshye. James Hainer
and Miss X. NJ. Marsh, Dennis Lane and
Mrs. Bridget Doyle, S. c. Kellar and
Miss Annie NJ. Peters, 7. D. Gleme and
Miss N. R. Wilson, Calvin Perry and
Miss R. Loring, Simon Wynn and Miss
F. Peterson, C. L. Davidson and Mrs.
NJ. Z. Davidson, John c. Latham, jr.,
and Mrs. Mary l.. Allen.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
sunday Reading.

Jimmy Corwin has large assortment
Of late literature. He has on his shelves
all the monthlies for December, this
weeks picterials and ell the Northern
and Eastern dailies Of latest dates. he
has also just received Appleton's
Monthly for November and Leslies
Ladies Almanac for 1875. His little
news emporium is at 2s5 Main street,
near Madison, where you can purchase
your Sunday reading at the lowest rates
Give jim a call.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

We frequently receive laudatory
prospectus of some weekly paper started
away up North, which is followed with
something about ike this: If you
kindly insert the above prospectus and
letters in your valuable journal and send
us a marked copy, we will be happy to
send you our paper gratis until the end
of 1875" 1t invariably happens that we
do not care to do $27 worth of sdvertis-
ing for 50 paper which will be sure to
be burned up with the stubble and rub
bish that daily comes through the mails.
If we want any of these ephemeral
journals we will send the money and
become a regular subscriber; if they
want TO advertise in the LEDGER let them
send the money in advance.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

ONCE on q time many years ago one
dark and rainy night there was within q
big castle, surrounded by moat and a
wall with a draw bridge and big
gate watched by fierce bulldogs, a
grand wedding. After supper they had
a game of hide and seek" and the
bride hid herself in a big iron chest With
a spring lock. and she was never found
alive. Generations afterwards her skel.
eton was found in that rusty old chest
Now who knows but that V. Y. Smith,
Of Arkansas, may have suffered similar
fste2 Even now he may be sweating his
life away, mead downwards, in Sarato-
ga trunk. One thousand dollars reward
Renew the search
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
SO Pieces best quality opera
flannel at 35c.
KAHN & FREIBERG.
Church services To.mprrow.

Union Street Presbyterian Church. neal
Marshall avenue-Servicos IL am. and 5
pm. by Rev. A. Shotwell. Sabbath school,
9: 80 am.
Memphis Bethel = Services in Exchange
building, entrance on Exchange street, every
Sabbath at IL am. by Rev. Geo. Hadoll, pas
tor. Sunday school, $50 pm; N. w.
Speers. superintendent.
Linden Street Christian Church-Cor-
munion. 1880 am; preaching by Rev.
David Walk at HIS am. and 1880 pm.
Sunday school, Gam.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
CINCINNATI.
Boiler ExpIosIon-Chariey Ross.

CIScNSArI, November 29.-The boiler
at portable saw mill, near Cambridge,
Ohio, exploded on Thursday, killing two
men and wounding two others.
The boy in the family off W. Peyton,
Barboursville, West Virginia, supposed
TO have been the missing Charley Ross,
was found, upon investigation, to have
escaped from a neighboring poor.house.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
FOREIGE.

PAnIs, November 2s.-Thiers yester-
day in an interview with representa-
tive Of the La France newspaper said
that the Italian unity was irrevocably
accomplished, and if France wishes TO
preserve the friendship Of Italy she
must recognize this fact aud not adopt
a clerical policy toward that country.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

Tar LEDGER's article in regard to tax
ing railroads has gone the rounds of the
State press and attracted general at
tention. which attests the Importance Of
the subject. We think it foregone and
incontrovertible conclusion that rail
roads and all their appurtenances are
liable to be taxed as other property. 1t
only remains for the Legislature to de-
tsrnine how the assessment shall be
made, as the property of one company
may lie in many counties. At the same
time it may be well to ascertain what
railroads have violated their charters
and what steps are necessary for the pro-
lection of the public against studied and
persistent imposition. Let the discus
sion 90 on until the most practical and
definite conclusions are formed in the
minds of the people.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
NEW YORK.
A wrecked Engine Throws Three
Hundred Operatives Out OF Em-
plOyment-The Wool Tarin-PrO-
test Against Sunday Theatrfcais.

plOyment-The Wool Tar1n-PrO-
test Against Sunday Theatrfcais.
New YORK, November 26.-Couplings
connecting the engine with the machir-
cry at Clark's Thread Works, Newark,
New Jersey, broke yesterday, and the
engine, relieved OF the weight, ran away
and was entirely wrecked. The driving
wheel, weighing twenty-five tons, few to
fragments. A panic seized the employees,
and they fed from the building, but es-
capped harmless. The loss was twenty
thousand dollars on the machinery and
six weeks time to three hundred Of the
female operatives.
A committee was appointed by the
Chamber Of Commerce to consider the
subject of the revision of the wool
tariff, and recommend the abolition OF
all classi6cations for the purpose of
levying duties, the establishment of a
uniform duty Of twenty-five per cent sd
yalorem as being calculated to yield
sufficient revenue to the Government and
relieve the wool trade of innumerable
vexations and impediments of the pres
ent law.
A protest against Sunday theatricals,
addressed to the Police Commissioners,
asking the enforcement of the laws pro-
hibiting such amusements, is published,
signed by Edwin D. Morgan, John j.
Cisco, Jonathan Sturges, Thurlow Weed,
VIM. E. Dodge, aud several thousand
other prominent citizens.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
The Postmaster generals Report.

WASHINGTON, November 28.-The re-
port of the Postmaster General is COM
pleted. Revenues for the year ending
June Both, 1874, were S24 ,596, sos; expen-
ditures, $32,l264l4; estimated expendi-
lures for the year ending June 30th,
1876, are $36, 964,O34 total estimated
revenues. s29, 1876. leaving Q de-
Geiency to be appropriated out of the
general treasury Of S7,sl5,67s. These
estim do not include appropriations
for steamship service aud stamps,
amounting to $2,09S 500.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

SUGGESTIONS are now in order for tho
next Legislature. The Chattanooga
Times thinks the Legislature might do a
worse thing than to inquire into the
amount of church property exempt from
taxation--not to tax it, but to see how
much there is Of it.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

Miss SUSAN B. ANTHONY made can
vass in the State of Michigan in behalf
of woman suffrage. 1t is a noticeable
fact that wherever she made the hardest
eight just previous to the late election,
the vote was lightest in her favor. When
she wants to win she ought to take the
.ahnr aida
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
Fseaped prisoner

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, November o.
Chester Campbell, alias Anderson, in
Jail for forgery. slammed sickness yes
terday and begged the keeper to make
up his bed. While the keeper was doing
so Campbell knocked him down, locked
him inside and escaped.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28
NOTICE.

stu ON nandi oysters, Fish and
Camel
AsI have taken the agency for H.
Edwards Norfolk oysters, ] viii say that
will guarantee to sell the best, and at
the lowest prices. AS l have given up
my old stand / will thank all my old
customers and friends to give me call
at my new stand, No. 29S Second street,
between Madison and Monroe.
J.'D. EDWARDS,
Agent for H. Edwards, Norfolk, Va.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

The Mobile Register never uttered
truer words than when it said that in
dependent candidates always land in
the bosom of the Radical party. What
ever their professions may be, their
triumph always enures to the advantage
Of the negro and to the sorrow of the
white man"
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

The coming United States Senator
from Nevada is said to be one Hon. VIM
Sharon. When his daughter married
lately he gave her a solid $1,000 1000
Jones was thought TO be worth some.
thing, but Sharon went several millions
better. BE can afford to spend bis win
ters occasionally in Washington.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

The President thought he could issue
rat;ops TO the folks out West who had
bssn overrun by grsSshoppers, but he
had 40 t.qnds on hand for the Tuscuubia
sufferer. Kansas vent Republican, you
kpov. perhsps d labsma did not.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

GOVERNOR AMEs of Mississippi has
been extensively petitioned to resign.
There is no positive information that he
will accept the invitation Ben Butler
Is not ready to support son.in-law at
present.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

DR. FELIX w. ERNEST, of Jonesboro,
is candidate for State Comptroller. BE
is well-known citizen, and has served
two terms in the State Senate.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

.MOystOn's beautiful re-
touched and FURNISHED Pho
tOgraphs. "a per dozen, at
Star Gallery, 240 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

CNcIxxArI, November 2s.-The river
is twelve feet nine inches and rising. 1t
is raining.
PIrTsBURG, November 28.-The river
is Eve feet eight inches and falling
slowly. The weather is cloudy.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

$40 to $1000--Invested IN stocks and
gold pays 200 per cent. month. Send
for particulars. Tumbridge.& Co., bank
ers, 2 Wall street, N. Y. 86d&w
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

billy LlTBEys lightning news stand,
1866 Main street. has received Serb
ner S, Popular Science, Democrats, Les
lies Lady's Magazine, London Lsdy's
Journal, all for Decemberi Leslie's
Lsdy's Almanac for 1915; also q large
lot Of pictorials and dailies from every
where.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

PIANOS for rent at 81 per month, and
for sale at lew prices on installments, to
close out, at Ames, Beattie 4 Co.'s Fur
niture and Carpet Store, 1886 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

VIZ are zueh obliesa 70 the Southern
Express Company for a NJ NE Oh
Wednesday, New York papers. hssoea
ps sariy this morning.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

WAsHrSGTos, November zs-For Ten
pessee. the Ohio valley and the lower
lake region, lower temperature viii pre-
vail. with northeast TO northwest winds,
rain or snow, followed by rising baron.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

FUNERAL NOTICE.
On account of the bad weather. the funeral
services of Mrs. +. w. SMITH will be post
poned until tomorrow SUNDAY morning
at II o'clock at Calvary Church.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

Pianos! Organs! The best
and cheapest at HOllen-
berg's," 294 Main street. lot
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

THE plasterers' strike at Nashville is
over. 1t wouldn't stick any longer.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

CALoIMEISs reduced TO science and
executed cheap By Hook & LaGrill, 1876
Second street 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

400 Elegant sets ladies' furs
10 50 SO. -.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

Go to the Mansion House, 1888 Main,
for oysters, drinks and cigars, 65t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

NEW style tables at wiIIett'g. 6O.t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1874-11-28

MADAEF BULLooE's Mansion House,
Main, near Union, is the place to get
oysters. e5f
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kahn a FREIBER0.

Look at cur black alPacas at
10 cents.
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PUBLIC LEDGER.
M Il MP HISS
saturday Evening. Nov. rs, 1874.

Mr.. 10 LOCKE has taken charge of the city
circulation of the LEDGER. The public can
rely upsn him for its prompt and regular de-
livery.
The Rutland daily globe. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1873-1877, 1874-06-04
'ihc Fort Edward Poisoning Case
Yhc wife Acquitted.

The Churchill poisoning case came to
a close Tuesday at Fort Edward. For
seven days it had been up before Justice
Bishop, hearing testimony for the people
on the charge Of an attempt of Emelnc Il
Churchill to poison her husband. ~ great
mass of evidence was taken from chemists,
physicians, neighbors of the parties and
others. The defense brought on no wit
nesscs, and on Tuesday the woman was
discharged on the ground that the people
had not proved that any crime had been
committed and if committed it was ruled
that there was no proof connecting defend
ant with the crime The case will come
before the grand jury in June at Sandy
Hill. The sympathies of the citizens of
Fort Edward are decidedly with the hus-
band and many are not slow to express
themselves as disagreeing with the result
of the examination.
The Rutland daily globe. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1873-1877, 1874-06-04

"iNNouSN' d u''c %
At meeting Oh inc ahti-sccrct society
association today 'hree hundred persons
were present. Prof. blanchard reported
an act OF incorporation uhder the laws OF
Illinois; the name adopted was the Ma
tlonal Christian Association. The objects
were declared to be the exposure resist
ancc ana eNtermlhatioh OF all secret soci-
etics, Free Missionary particularly ana all
other ahtl-Chrstiah ana aht-fepuplcah
agencies Inc officers ior thc ensuing