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Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
FIRST EDITION.
Kev. sHr. Mfiburn's Lecture.

VIVID PICTURE OF PARIS LIFE AND PARTISAN GUS
ToMs-THE AUDIENCE AND HOW THEY RECEIVED
THE LECTURE.
The lecture In Grace church, last evening, by
Rev. w. III. AIilburn, (5ubject-" What u blind
man saw in Pars, y WAS treat which will be
remembered with pleasure for q long Iime by
those who were present, and was well worthy Of
much larger audience, although the house was
fair one, considering the indifference of the
people of Wilmington toward lectures, excepting
few OF the old standards The general ply
sique of the lecturer bore very striking ro-
semblance, both in form and features, to our
late fellow citizen, Rev. Charles d. Shaw and
all through the audience we could distinguish
the name OF MIR. Shaw in thesmurmurings of the
people as Mr. Milburn and Mr.. Smith, the pastor
OF the church, entered the room arm in arm.
The lecturer opened his remarks by an apos-
trophe to the human eye, which touched the
hearts OF the people with gratitude for the ines
tlmable blessings of sight, and sympathy for
those who were deprived of it. But taking his
audience en- n,dsse to the city which, to use his
expression, lis the ''mantua- making and milner-
shop of the world, the kitchen of the epicure,
the gallery of the artist, the yanity-fair of the
pleasure-seeker and the library of the book
worm" he dropped us in the bouleyardB from
whence we strolled with him, in our imagination,
along the various avenues, and into cafes and
edifcea famous either for their architecture or
history, until we could almost fancy that we
we're shuddering witness OF the descent OF the
terrible guillotine which severed the head of the
beautiful Marie Antoinette from her body or,
leaving these scenes, we would be holding our
sides with laughter over the attempts Of "our
Brother Jonathan" to deliver his order for
breakfast in French.
The power Of description of the lecturer is 80
great that we forgot that we were listening to a
blind man who, as far as he was concerned, was
talking to dark empty space, but felt rather
that We were his companions in the scenes
which he described.
He paid high compliment to the vanity of
the American girl al compared to the bellies Of
Paris, and while he described some traits of
French character which might be emulated by
'us on this side of the water" with profit, yet
taken on the whole we are far in advance of
them in those pureet and highest joys, the sa-
credness of our homes. And though we may be
behind them i'll the superficial forms of polite
nesa, yet IN the heart we honor and respect the
weaker sex to a greater degree than the French.
The lecture occupied lttle over an hour and
a half in its delivery, and all seemingly went to
their homes well satisfied shat they had enjoyed
one OF the finest lectures it had ever been their
privilege to hear.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
lIississippfs Troubles
GOVERNOR AMEs TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING
THE LATE INsURREcTIoS.

GOVERNOR AMEs TO THE LEGISLATURE REGARDING
THE LATE INsURREcTIoN.
JACKSON, MISS, Dec. 1.-THE Legislature
assembled at noon to-day, nearly all the mem
bers being present. The Governor sent in his
message, declaring that the present condition OF
affairs was brought about by violent men
for political purposes He says: "At this
moment the State and county authorities are
successfully resisted, and the free action OF offi-
Gals is impossible. Armed insurgents procure
orders for local elections with the intention that
the ballots be 80 cast in such a reign OF terror
that the will of the majority may be undone by
the minority. The insurgents have deliberately
and knowingly entered into the work of revo-
luton, and we must face the facts as they ex-
ist. Ii the insurrection is successful, it must
reduce the majority to the will OF the
minority, and that minority, which means
to gain power by force must retain it by legsla-
ton as harsh and cruel its first acts OF vio-
lence In such case, one race will be deprived
of their rights. and remanded back to as unfor-
tunate condition as they have ever known, OF
else be compelled to wander, seeking freedom
and homes with many of their race IN other
States. He closes by requesting the Legisla-
ture to take such steps al will overthrow the in
surrectlon in Warren county and prevent simi-
lar occurrences in the future.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

The Reading cotton mill is very little Affect
ed by the hard times. 1t 10 running II hours
daily with 254 operatives and II monthly pay
roll Of $4,000.
The works of of the Lehigh' Mine Co., lat Betl
lehem, are in full operation. They have in fact
been in operation throughout the whole season
Their mines have also been worked without III
terruption.
The average amount of coal consumed ut the
Allentown Iron Works for some tine past has
been seventeen hundred and fifty tons pei
week.
The Wason Car Manufacturing Company.
Springfield, Mass, are about to begin work Oh
their contract for cars for the New Jersey Cen
tral railroad. They have also la ly received a.
order from the same company for 1000 pairs
car wheels and axles. These Contracts furnis
employment to about 400 men.
In New York there is some stir among the me
chanics engaged in branches OF industry con
nected with the overhauling and repair OF sea
going craft, and they have been buster during
December than November,
The woolen mills at 0swego Fa's, New York
are shipping large quantities of goods and rul
full time.
According to the Troy Times, al out 100 steam
boats for canal navigation will be built this win
ter.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

A Washington special says that the New Eng
isAd members declare that the reciprocity treaty,
which has gone to the Committee on Foreign
Relations, has the vigorous opposition of Sena-
tors Cameron and Hamlin. The opponents of
the treaty are active and Interested, while the
measure has no friends whose interest il equal
70 " that OF Its opponents. 1t may not be heard
tom again.
lt appears from the Pennsylvania papers that
ihe. bitter fight between Clymer, Wallace and
blekalew for the Senatorship is lik ely to result
!" lle selection OF compromise candidate.
No candidate is yet named with any certainty
lof the Massachusetts Senatorship, as MIR. Sum
ner SUCCESSOR. The late election is believed to
nave weakened the prospects Of Mr. Dawes the
supporters of Judge Hoar do not yet know their
sEength, and there is still greater doubt ~ to
Ine VI nomination Of Senator Washburn, Governor
bullock, or Prof. Seelye.
~ the last elections Mr.. Purman WAS elected
oolh to Congress- and the Florida Legislature,
ana now he seeks to be United States Senator
besides.
me Oregon Legislature has passed n law pro-
rning that person losing money at gaming
Snail have the right to recover by law twice the
Aiionnt OF his loss. Under this law, the more .
lian loses the more he WINS and such All oppor
UNITY for the breaking of faro-banks was never
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

THE 'KATIE KING" BUBBLE BURsTED- -REvELA-
TIoNs OF A GENTLEMAN INTENT ON DISCOVERING
THE TRUTH.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, of this morning,
relates the particulars of an investigation by
gentleman whose credulity was so staggered at
the late seanceH of "Katie King" in that city,
that he was led to investigate the mystery to its
final solution. His first suspicious were aroused
by the bad breath of the tspirit, !" which was
very natural if +" Katie had been dead 200 years
as she claimed
The first steps of the investigator was to dis
cover the identity of young lady whom he
thought possessed some of the features of "Ka-
tie" and whom he had discovered took lodgings
in certain locality. For some days he saw her
going or returning from the seancee and finally
approached her on the subject. She denied that
she had ever been there but once, and then on
ly as one of the audience, but by perseverance
the nqulriesl of the gentleman we're rewarded
by the discovery OF a large quantity of the
presents which Katie had receiv-
ed. These the gentleman borrowed and exhi-
bited to some gentlemen who were convinced Of
the reality of the seance, among whom Was
Robt. Dale Owen and Henry I. Child, who read
lily saw the imposition. Katie, in the meantime,
cured cabinet and such other things as we're
needed to carry on the seance, and by which the
eyes of the above gentlemen were further OPEN
ed.
Katie has not been appearing ct the seances
at Holmes House for some time, but excuses
have been made for her which have seemingly
satisfied the poor dupes. Since her confession.
Katie has received threatening letter which
VOWS vengeance upon her.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
a Anausen,emts.

THE MARIoNErTEe LAST EVENING.
1t was ID very fair audience which gathered at
the Opera House, last evening, to Witness the
Royal Marionettes, who then gave their open
ing performance. Delight was Swallowed out
on the countenances OF all present, aud the
mystical, life-like evolutions oil the pup
pets were as interesting as curious. We
have heard only expressions of approval
VI the performance. and it does seem that no
more thorough satisfaction has been given by
any performance in this city this season. The
troupe brought along with them their own seen
cry, dispensing altogether with that in the 0pe-
ra House, and some of it is gorgeous to behold.
The concluding allegory is as beautiful pictm g
NE can be imagined.
The performance will be continued this and
tomorrow evenings and a matinee performance
ID announced for tomorrow afternoon.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

In the United States Senate yesterday, the
Committee on Pensions we're discharged from
further consideration of the bill giving tho same
pension for loss of the arm above the elbow as
Kansas introduced a bill establishing Judicial
district in the Indian Territory. The bill appro
priating $50 900 for the distribution of seeds to
the grasshopper districts was passed, with an
amendment reducing the amount to $4,000
was also passed. The District Government bill
was considered. After an executive session, the
Senate adjourned.
In the House. Mr.. Low of Kansas, introduced
bill to establish the judicial district of Okla
homa, in the Indian Territory. The Legislative
Appropriation bill was considered i'll COMMITTEE
of the Whole Mr.. Dawes, of Massachusetts,
introduced bill providing for the payment of
The Sinking Fund. Adjourned
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
Death of Commander Gushing.

The Deatirof Commander William b. Cusll.
ing, Of the United States Navy, following so
closely AZ it does the intelligence of his commit
luent to the Insane Hospital at Washington, is
sn event OF painful interest to all Americans.
With possibly one or two exceptions there is no
man whom the late war of the Rebellion brought
more prominently to notice, and none upon
whom the loyal men and women OF the nation
layshed 30 much esteem and praise. The one
act great act OF his hfe-the sinking of
the AHemdrle-has OF itself sufli-
cent of interest and Importance to
porpetually ershrine his memory in the hearts
u the whole American people, occurring az it
did at time when our Navy was unable to cope
with the iron-c clad ram which was terrorizing
the whole country bordering on the Chesapeake
aud destroying all the Government war vessels
with which it came in contact
Commander Gushing was young man just in
the..prime of life, having been born in Wisconsin
III 1912. He entered the Navy in his early
years, and by his gallantry won a distinction
which few men in that branch of the service
have enjoyed He performed several daring ex-
ploits during the war, the most conspicuous Of
which, however, az we have already stated, was
the sinking OF the Albermarle. This occurred in
October, 1864, in the Roanoke river. Aided by
thirteen men he exploded torpedo boat under
the ram, while the enemy poured destruc-
two fire into his little craft. All OF his party, ex
cept one besides himself, were either killed or
captured. He jumped into the river, swan
ashore and escaped.
The historian has already written Of lin, mo
man in our navy, at his age, has ever won 80
brilliant a reputation.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18


Samuel Payson, Postmaster of North Warren,
Me-, and his wife, were found dead in bed yes
terday morning, from the inl.alations of coal
gas. Another couple were nearly dead when dis
covered.
At Harrisburg, yesterday. John clark, engi-
neer OF the Water Works, was killed, and labor
ar, named Taylor, severely injured, by the
bursting of the head of pipe.
The last spike in the Carolina Central Railroad
was driven yesterday and trains will now run
regularly between Charlotte and Wilmington, in
North Carolina.
Four masked men entered the house of a
farmer near Clarksville, Arkansas, early yester-
lay morning, shot the man dead, choked his
wife, and rode off with $600
Hon. John B. Rice, member of Congress from
the First District of Illinois, died at the resi-
dence of his daughter Norfolk. Va, last evening
He was formerly Mayor of Chicago.
Governor Osborne, of Kansas, estimates
che number Of people in that state who will need
assistance during the winter on account of the
grasshopper plague at 20, 900.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
The Sea and CoIiee Duty.

PROPOSED RESTORATION OF THE OLD TAX.
WAsHIoNToN, Dec. II. Mr.. Dawes to-day in
troduced bill in the House to provide for the
sinking fund and for other purposes which
stores the customs duties on tea and coffee to
the rate that was levied prior to the repeal of
first step that has been taken this year to-
ward increasing the revenues of the Govern
mem. 1t is difficult to estimate the sentiment
that prevails in Congress upon the restoration
of this tax. There is certainly good deal of
bill, and there is also strong opposition. There
is no particular reason to suppose that there has
been change enough since the repeal of the bill
to effect its restoration, but it certainly has very
earnest supporters, and it may be said generally
to be in accordance with the views of most OF
the officers of the Government. 1t may be
coupled with the measures for the resumption
of specie payments in such manner as to
strengthen both propositions.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18


Oyercoats-Cyrus stern
rfotice-JeffeTson Council, No 10, o AM
Dlvidend-P W d b K X Co
-Notice-U lion Republican q lub
Holiday Gnods-B a. shUemaser
holiday presents-Tames ~ Webb
Holiday goods-E S II But er
Architects L hice Jr
Wilson's Adjustable thars-H A Malmsten
Traveller-W Barker
Holiday confectlons-New York Bakery
lie ter list
Hardware-W H Pilany
Boots and shoes-Turner & Co. BreytY
Driving goves-J D ughten, Brevlty
Coatings-Bayne, Breviy
Felt hats-Dubell, Brevity
Fine furnl, nl,ure-Enterprise Co, Brevity
Underwear-C Morgan, Brevity
Oysters-Fullmer's. BreYity
City Laundry-brevity
Carpets shaken-Ferry, Brevify.
Whitman's confectlons--Sfiss Maxwell, Brevity
Sporting material-Hndle d Co, Brevty
Prlmera cigars-Singles Il son Breylty
sewing macnines-Grover & Baker. Brevlty
Hats and caps-Rumf0rl Bfo Brevlty
cheap gcocerles-Roblnson, Breyity
Boots and shos-pennlng on, Brevity
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

The House Committee on Railways and Canals
agreed yesterday almost unanimously, to report
bill guaranteeing the bonds of the projected
Washington, Cincinnati, St. Louis and Chicago
Railroad The projectors of the road offer to
carry freights at half the present rates.
The Senate Committee on Post-oflices yester-
day appointed a subcommittee to visit the Post
Office Department tomorrow. and investigate
the causes of the increasing deficiency therein.
The Senate, in executive session yesterday,
confirmed George II. Hand as Secretary for Da-
kota, and the following ccnsuls; j. @. s. Col
by, of Missouri, at Chin-Kiang, China Stephen
Cloutman, OF Massachusetts, at Zanzibar and
Robert j. SAKE, of Vermont, at st. Johns Que
bee.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

10 The Editor Of the Commercial
We are reliably informed that pet deer
has been purchased by number Of
persons, who propose to take the animal out in
to the country on Christmas day, turn him loose
Hnd then give chase with hounds and other dogs.
1t is hard to realize that any such proceedings
r will such conduct be permitted without the
earnest protest Eofall humane people against it
and without bringing the law to bear against the
Eorpetratora Of such an outrage. Now let the
y T. @. A. prove its efficiency by invoking the
ltw to protect this "Dumb Animal" from the
torlnres prepared for 1t by these thonghtless or
unfeelng persons. Law.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
shin suiidlng Maine.

The Portland Press has prepared an exhibit
of the amount OF tonnage built in Maine during
the year 1874, ON which itappears that the whole
number of vessels built and registered during the
year as far as reported is Ships. 15i barken-
tines, IL; barks, 23; brigs 13; schooners, lO4i
same, ISL .533 tons. Number of vessels register
ed, built and building, and to be completed with
in the year Ships, 10; barkentines, IL; barks,
93; briggs, 15; schooners, 11S; steamers, 81 tugs,
4; other vessels, IS; aggregate tonnage OF same,
p0,62l
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
The Ladies' Centennial Tea Party, in the
Capitol ut Washington. was repeated lazt night


Choice roll butter, at Bowman's.
White grapes, P. 8. Almonds, Grenoble wa'nuts,
raisns, currants, ctron, lemon pee, etc., at Bow
mans, End and King.
We desire to call the attention Of the public 10
the fact that w. A Turner Co. are selling Their
goods at prices 30 low that II ia ree astonishing
Their store Is at the g. w. Cor. of Fourth and Mar
ket Streets.
contemporary In recent issue says OF popu-
lar grocer III town (and very justly we think to ,
that: Our readers aware by th time that there
Is no place like Bowman's, I'd and King, when yon
want anything in The grocery line. Wedn mol mern
to say that there is but one grocer and his name Is
Bowman" but we do think that Of all grncefs.
Bowman is the grocer "par excellence" " Rave
found his assortment comprise all that Is IL sir
able in his line, aw!ys OF the be-t qnalty AMI at
Everything seasonable, and everything reasu a.
bler Is his motto, and he lives up 10 IT, as any one
Streets
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

Fairfax Lodge, No. 8, I. o. o. F., at Odd Eel
lows's Hall.
Columbia Lodge, No. 26, I. o. o. F., at Odd
Fellows Hall.
Delaware Tribe, No. l, I. o. II. NJ, at Red
Mems Hail. AIS Market.
Washington Council, No. 4, o. U. A. NJ, al
Mechanics Hall.
Rescue Council, No. 8, Jr. 0. U. A. NJ, ut Hal
511 Market street.
Lenape Tribe, No. 6, l. o. r. NJ, in Savillc
Building.
Wilmington Mutual Aid Society, at 4O4 Market
street.
Excelsior Lodge, No. 7, X. of p, at Knights oi
Pythas Hall, oil Market street.
Washington Camp, P. o. s. of A., at McClary
Building.
Pioneer Council, No. 1, sovereigns of Indus
try, at McClary's Building.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
SECOND EDITION.



DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE EPISCOPAL HIGH
oHURoHMEN AND Low cHuRoHAEN-A MINISTER
SUMMONED TO TRIAL FOR OFFERING PRAYERS
FOR THE DEAD.
baltimore American to-dayl
Within the past few days there has been ru-
NOR circulating in Episcopal church circles that
an ecclesiastical trial of some Importance was on
the tapis and not only 3d. but that the initiatory
steps had already been taken. 1t was known
that the Standing Committee Of the Diocese of
Maryland which was in session in this city last
week, had had before them some matter of more
than ordinary interest, and that there had been
cons derable discussion, but very little could be
sscertained as to the subject under conside-
ration, the proceedings OF this body being
conducted privately. In the last day or two,
however, it has transpired that the matter under
consideration by the Standing Committee was
nothing less than formal presentation against
one of the clergy Of Mount Calyery Church for
practices contrary to the doctrine of the Church,
that is to say Offering prayers for the dead.
The precise form in which the charge has been
brought has not been ascertained, but the facts
are substantially as follows Some weeks ago,
on the occasion of the funeral of deceased
clergyman, the late Rev. j. b. Morss, the SER
vices being held in Mount Calvary Church, the
officiating clergyman ON that occasion, the Rev.
Calbraith b. Perry, one of the assistant priests
of that congregation, is said to have introduced
among the prayers which it has become GUS
tomary to offer after the reading Of the lesson,
and just before the removal of the body from
the church, the prayer known as the "Commen-
datory Prayer" which is set forth in the prayer
book in the office for the " Visitation of the
Sick. "
Several "low-church" clergy were present and
heard the prayer, and correspondence
ensued in which the question was directly pro-
pounded to Mr.. Perry, ''whether by so using the
prayer he meant to offer prayer for the soul OF
the departed, and whether he did hold to the
practice of offering intercessions for the dead"
to which an affirmative answer was given.
The initiatory steps were then taken for an
ecclesiastical trial, which have been thus far
conducted under one or the canons of the Dio-
ceae of MARYLAND
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

The Superior Court of Fulton county, Ga,
uar affirmed the constitutionality of the law
aAlhg the railroads of the State, excepting the
Georgia and Augusta and Savannah Railroads.
Ihe Merrimac river is lower at present than it
,.s nas ever been at this season before The fac
aofies at Lawrence, Mass, have begun to draw
upon upon Lake winnipiseogee, n. II, for supply of
Sll Si the returns from 23 parishes, besided the
n, rist and Second Congressional Districts, and
r,i man publish them forthwith. They give the Re-
puolcans 5s members of the House and Demo-
Gratis 81, so far.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

ANOTHER PROBABLY FATAL ROAD AcoIDFsT IN
CHESTER CoUNTY.-Isaac Jefserr, of Newlhi,
Chester county, while riding in d wagon on hi !
way home from his brother-in-law's, Mr. Ezia
Hail. residence in same twp, on Wednesda.
WAS thrown from his wagon by runaway horse.
He fell upon his head striking against projec.
No hopes are entertained of his recovery Only
short time ago one leg was crushed so badly
that it had to be amputated, and within ver5
few years he has met with several serious
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18
FIFTH EDITION.


REPRESENTATIVE srowELL rAID 81, 100. INDIRECT
IY.
WAsHINaTos, Dec. 1s.
The Naval Affairs Committee, which il inves-
tigating the charge of selling cadetship pre-
ferred against Representative Stowell, of West
Virginia, have discovered that the seveeteen
hundred dollars alleged to have been paid Mr..
Stowell by the father of the appointee was not
received by him directly, but that it was paid to
an agent who professed to have the power to
influence the app ppointment
Mr.. Stowell denies that he received any part
of the money.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

Besides the case of cruelty to animals elsc
where reported John Relios for disorders eol
duct and assaulting Kate Nichols, was hold j.
1900 to keep the peace.
Wilson King for similar offence on lsa77
Fisher was held in 5000 to keep the peace
Thomas Locates was sent to jail for 80 la,
for vagrancy
81 lodgers were accommodated.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-12-18

THREATENED RrsioNAT1oN OF PRINCE sIsmARc

THREATENED RESIGNATION OF PRINCE BISMARCK
BERLIN, Dec. 17.--1t is rumored that Prince
Bismarck regards the action of the Reichstag
yesterday, in voting that in order to uphold its
dignity the Constitution should be amended so
as to prevent the arrest of Deputy during
session, as equivalent TO a vote of want of conf
dence, and is determined to resign. 1t is fur
ther said that in consequence of this view Of the
Chancellor, the resolution will be modified at to-
days sitting Of the Reichstag.