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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02

Wood and Mr. Adams were noticeable Mr. Wood
maintained that it was absurd to try to ChrstanHe
the Indians before civilizing them and the present
practice of sending ministers among them % propa
gate religion by the power of the Government came
in for satire and condemnation. The only clvllzlhs
that had thus far amounted to anything, was tn't
of amalgamaton. The Indian as long as he renamed
full-blooded Indian. was always a savage. lie was
for policy of kindness where that would avail ana
for the severest a punishment for raiaS
and massacres. Mr.. Adams favored transferring tne
management of the Indians to the War Department.
Five years of Grants peace policy had COS.
S34,5s1, 900; whereas five years Of War Department
management cost only S19,72s,OCO. He criticised
very severely the extravaganza of the Indian
Bureau.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
CANADIAN FINANCES.

PROPOSED NOTIFICATIONS IN THB TARIFF
OTTAWA, Ont, May LIN Parliament last
night on motion 10 receive the report OF the COM
mittee of Supply the Finance Minister explained mo
notifications be had been induced to make In the tarn
follows
In the first proposal he established dnerental dnnes
on those articles heretofore paying Is per cent al
yaorem. Some OF these articles OF the nature OF Injuries
were TO pay aud the bulk OF them l6 as per
cent The whole OF these duties In future VIII be nAed
AT the uniform rate OF per cent The additional Tevc
sccruing, he proposes to Apply IN reduehg e
rates on other taxable articles. On tea the duty pro-
messed was cents for green and cents for black Tue
duties will now be and cents respectively. shippers
materials to be partially relieved CHAINS, ahcbots,
cables masts, wire rigging copper ana yeiIow metal
sheeting and boiling VIII be duty free. Tue duty or
Der cent on pig iron Will not be imposed, that
material being restored to the free list Other
classes of iron which formerly paid duty OF
five per cent. and raised TO % per cent wiz now
paw only five per cent. The duties on sugars are 10 re-
main for the present uuatered The duties on wines
have been readjusted; the cheaper class WIZ pay
40 cents per gallon medium sorts 60 cents pr gar
lon aud the higher class aud sparkling wines u per
gallon. 49,,
Tn this form 4. is believed, the scheme will pass the
House without any material amendment
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
A STARTLING BROKERS' REPORT.
LEGACY OF THE c.. c. AND l. C. PooL-srATEMENr
OF CAPRON & MERRIAM

LEGACY OF THE c.. c. AND 1. C. PooL-srArEMENr
OF CAPRoN MERRIAM.
The stock market continued undiSturbed by
outside influences yesterday and there were, as con-
soduence, various fluctuations, with limited transac
tions The principal topic Of discussion In brokers'
circles as the financial statement OF Capron Merriam
tho bankrupt OF the Columbus Chicago and In
diana Central Railroad The creditors Of the
firm have compalning that they cannot obtain any
satisfactory statement of their condition since the fall
ure They aege that Capron Merriam, forced ~
circumstances TO make a statement, called meeting
Of the creditors aud made verbal report that they
owed $4,000 and had Offset $4,000. which they
proposed to DIVIDE among those to whom they were In
debted committee of tho creditors. consisting OF L.
r. Hoyt A. NJ Ferris. and James NJ. Hartshorne, we're
examining the books yesterday and verify their state
ment This report created great indignation among
those who have been made Of the vast difference
between the Liabilities and assets OF the frm and there
have been many things said OF the bankrupt brok
era who could have the present such an er
hibit.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
FOREIGN NOTES..

A decree of Captain General Concha doubles
the amount Of the new in Cuoa when paid 10 paper
currency. .
telegram from Thorold, Canada, states that
the Swedish laborers employed the works OF the new
canal struck work yesterday morning. lhey uemahu
an increase from $l25 TO sl.Io per day.
The steamer Leasing of the Eagle line, rum
ming between Hamburg and NewYork, and built on the
CLYDE made most satisfactory trial trip on Thursday
over Is knots. She saisor New-forK May 1
An important expedition has left Ottawa IN
charge Of Mr. Horazky, explore the country between
sikene River and Butte Inlet in British Columbia tbs
soo,o, enbraces the Gardner and Dean Channels and
the Bentrlck Arm The party Will ascertain the capacity
of these channels and whether favorable route can 10
fonpd between either OF them and the NoTtb behd ot
the Frazer River.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
OBITUARY..
NIcoLO TOMMAsE0.

Nicolo Tommaseo, whose death is announced
in telegram from Rome, was one OF the early cDa'n
mons OF italian freedom. Born In Dalmatia IN i'' 10
was educated fin Italy, and Joined In DIS yoa'n u
band Of ardent and gifted men VINO unuee '
from Florence the truths OF freedom among 'ne'r
.nsaved countrymep. Forced by the Austrlans ih'o
exile be went 10 France, returning In 1883, when
Oenaral amnesty was accorded to the refugees
The succeeding nine years were devoted Dy
Tommaseo to literary work, the products o.
bis pen being several books, displaying Varleo
culture and unwearied research. Responding 10 IN
fervor OF the period, Tommasco
tered heartily into the struggle for freedom cd
with Austria Ia 1918, and a memcer OF the Pro-
yisona Government labored earnestly and deVotedly
TO maintain the young Republic OF Venice Twice
he visited France, seeking aid, and although he
failed tho needed succor, and had become
popular home, he still hateful to the Austriaus
who included him the 40 patriots condemne 10
exile He found refuge in Corfu, and there his
literary labors In 1855 he returned 10 Florence, and
although stricken with blindness he sought TO give Lis
country standard dictionary OF It's language.
OBITUARY NOTES.
Archdeacon Patton of Belleville Canada, is
dead.
The Hon. Jonas c. Heartt, a leading citizen
OF Troy died Thursday, at the age OF 81. He was
five years Mayor OF that city, and Speaker OF tho
Assembly IN 1851.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
BROOKLYN CHARTER AMENDMENTS.

Some doubt seems to exist In the minds Of
Brooklyn officials In regard to the features Of the amend
ments to the Brooklyn Charter introduced In the Legs
ature and passed during the closing hours OF the
sion. Mayor Hunter, on being questioned relative TO
them said shat he know nothing about them They had
been introduced In committee and pushed through In
conference They had not been printed and he
that their import was unknown even 70 members Of the
Legislature. They had been pushed through hastily.
The Mayor further said that he about 10 write TO
their bearpg From the rapidty with which they
had been passed, and the suspicious circumstance AZ
brewing.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
AFFAIRS IN JAPAN.

EARTHQUAKE sHoCKs-DEPARTURE or THE EAPEDr
TON FOR FoRMosA--THE LEADER OF THE SAGA
REBELLION CAPTURED.
SAN Francisco, May The Japan GaEet1
OF April IL cOntainsithe following news;
Sharp shocks OF earthquake had been felt at Hamaos
causing great alarm among the Inhabitants.
Sago Commandment OF the feet to Formosa sailed from
Yokohama on the 9th April There about LOCO roops
ia the expedition The fleet will go into rendezvous
either at Foochow or Annoy. new department. has
been established by the Government TO look particularly
after Formosan affairs.
Yleto, the late leader Of the rebellion &C aaga, has
been captured with nine other nsurgents and all have
been sent to Sagai.
Much anxiety was felt at Nagasak for the safety OF
the American steamer Manchu, which lefs there Tor
Shanghai, March 49, aud had not arrived March al NH
supposed she had to anchor on account Of heavy gales
1t reported that the United states steamer aoks'
wanna would visit the Straits settlements and India, re-
turning to Nagasah after her cruise
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
THE CREDIT MoBILIER CASES.

NEw-HAvES, May lin the United States
Circuit Court before Judges Woodruff aud Shpnau the
Credit Mober cases up this afternoon for final
action. The decree Sustaining the demurrers Of all
those who have demurred, and the Of certain
defendants we're entered and signed by the Court The
complainsnts thereupon prayed an appeal from said
decree to the Supreme Court of the United States. which
wasentered and allowed by the Court Thomas A. Jenckes
OF Providence and j. Hubby Ashton. Assistant Attor-
ney-General appeared for the United States, and
Charles T. Gross Of Hartford. for the defendants.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
PLETHORA OF MONEY AND IT'S CoNSE-
QUENCE.

Within the next few days large amount OF
money Will be dsbursed the shape of interest. dvi
dends and rents The thus paid in NewYork within
the fortnight after the 1sc Of May is variousy estimated
at from to 100000 In the present universal
plethora Of money large part of this is sure to find
its way INTO Wall-st for investment. This Is perhaps
one Of the revival OF speculative interest
and Of the upward movement In stocks began a few
DAYS ago At tho close OF the market yesterday stocks
were buoyant and prices the highest OF the DAY
There IL large short interest In the Market
with few stocks offering. During the recent decline
LARGO quantities Of stocks taken out or Wslls
,bronoh purchase by permanent investors.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
RAILROAD RAIDS IMPROVING PROSPECTS.

A sharp effort was made yesterday In the
bear to create impression that tue Toledo
Wabash and Western Railroad was In some financial
trouble Inquiry revealed the fact that there was not
the slightest foundation for the report but that on the
contrary the railroad is really in sounder financial
condition than for O long time past. The
earnings are in excess Of the same month last year
whio the expenses fully 10000 per month less
Gov j. d. Cox lste Secretary OF the INTERIOR Is Pres
dent of this Company, and is deyoting hispersonal
attention to the road. The officials state that
they expect the results Of the year TO exceed
those Of any previous year. AL kinds Oh
material which enter largely into the operating accounts
OF railroads from 10 to so per cent cheaper than the
current prices paid for the previous year. This is an
element which has not entered largely into calculations
on the condition Of the road and will largely Offset the
decrease Of earnings.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
PRICE FOUR CENTS.
GENERAL FOREIGN NEWS.
THE CARLIST WAR

DEFEAT OF CARLIsTs IN TARRAGoSA, ARRAGoS, AND
ALBACETE-sAN PEDRO ABANTo AND BAN JUIIASo
ABANDONED By THE CARLISTs.
BAYoNSE, Friday, May J. 1874.
Five hundred Republican soldiers, wounded
in recent engagements With the Carsts before Bilbao
have arrived at Sautander.
MADRID, Friday, May !, 1874.
Information has been received here OF the defeat In
the province OF Tarragona Of body OF Carsts 1000
strong, by q force OF National troops numbering only
900 men.
The Republicans have lately defeated and dispersed
several bands OF Carsts In Arragon and Albacete.
The Government is sanguiue that Bilbao will DO re-
lieyed by Marshal serrano's army within week
Tho Csrsts have abandoned their strong positions ss
Ban Pedro Atlantic and San Juliano. which have been
occupied by the Republican forces The occupation Of
Portugalete expected follow to-day, and with IL the
immediate deliyerance OF Bilbao.
LATER.-Dispatches from santander announce thst
Carsts this afternoon retreang in confusion,
and It is reported that the Government forces have
already entered Bilbao.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
THE DISTRICT INVESTIGATION.

sIRTLAND, TIKI MISSING WITNESS, FOUND AND
BROUGHT BEFORE THE CoMMITTEE-HK is RE-
PORTED EVAsIVR AND NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. sUs-
PICIoUs CIRCUMSTANCES ABOUT THR DE
eoLYER CoNTRACTS-CoNSEcTIoN or COUNSEL
FOR THE DISTRICT GOVERNMENT WITH THE
CONTRACT JoBBERs.
by TELEGRAPH TO THR TRIBUEKl
WASHINGTON. May l.-Kirtland, the long -missin &
and long expected witness i'll the District investiga
ton. arrived this morning. lie was found in New
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02

bit, was elected Whether Mr.. McHenry still faVors
Vanderbilt and Eew-York Central interests Is IN
known but as he says that he does not believe that
Erie will lease the Atlantic and Great Western, his
future partners will soon have to show their hands
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
ASIAIIC TURKEY.

FAMINE IN ASIA MINoR-ONE HUNDRED DEATHS DAILY
IN ANGORA-IHE RIVER TIGRIS AGAIN RISING.
CoSsTAsTNoPLR, Friday, May !, 1874
Intelligence has reached here that
famine prevails in Asia Minor. and that many persons
starving II Is stated that In the town OF Angoa
alone hundred deaths daily from starvation.
The river Tgris s again swollen By heavy rains, aud
further floods are apprehended.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
THE TRAGEDY AT HOMESTEAD, PENN.

PrrTsBURG, May Threat excitement pre-
walls at Homestead over the horrible butchery which
took place yesterday There seems to be no doubt that
Ernest Love- the hired Prussian, about IS years
~ age ia the murderer Tue relatives OF the murdered
family have offered reward OF o. 900, and the County
Commissioners an additional sooo for the capture OF
the murderer.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02

VIM. Barber, who died in Bellevue Hospital
some time ago aud inquest whose case began yes
toray A. said 10 have died from the effects OF violence
A blow from a sand club might have produced his
wound The investigation will BE- continued az length
The deceased was aged about 80 years, was well known
AZ a writer for newspapers, aud was u member OF the
LiucolD CLUB.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
AY.EyGLIsH VIEW OF AMERICAN FINANCES.

Tie Post in an editorial on the subject OK
American finances remarks that the hopes of complete
victory in the next Presidential election entertained
by the iuAatonsts or properly speaking. the repuda-
tonists are melancholy contemplate. Should they 10
realized then the ecaraton Of Independence would DO
celebrated by declaration Of independence OF common
honesty.
The most ominous feature is that the struggle -
sharply defined by geographical limits. and threatens
10 become sectional, like the antSlayery contest
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02

At the annual convention Of the stoc kholders on
the New Orleans Jaessa Great Nobra k.roai fsfusr
reos mostly re,ksse4 TIE Board In.hmon., re-.
as,tsI IOL II. AsCsnk PFeasLI AZ al he eIsl vAyA
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02
TREATMENT OF THE INDIANS.

CRITICISMS ON THE PRESENT POLICY or THE GOV
EENMENI-yIEWs or An OLD FRONTIEBsMAN-
HOW THE INDIAN MAY BE CIvIIIZED-sPEECHEs
OF REPRESENTATIVES HANCOCK, WOOD AND
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-05-02

DEFEAT OF CARLIsTs IN TARRAGoSA, ARRAGoS AND
ALBACETE-sAN PEDRO ABAYTo AND BAN JULIASo
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25

New ed Fellows LoAgo 0sgso.
t1eA ~ Leroy.
A new Lodge Of Odd Follows, called
I-cRroy Lodge No. 43, vas organised
At that place last Tuesday, by NJ. ".
G.. NJ, J. G. Brewer, Of Hasting,.
Tho new lodge consists Of thirteen
members. The following ara tho, off,
cors:
N. CD. 8. Bishop.
V. &C. b. Konnody.
8ec.-Johu Buchanan
Treas.-A. D. Kent.
/. G-Dr. &. d. Thrall.
W.rden-Daniol Bosworth.
Quite . delegation OF our Austin
Odd Fellows went 10 Leroy to be
present At the opening Of tho new
lodge. consisting Of Il. I. Smith, E. r.
VanValkenburgh, COL. R. B. Davis,
Frank Mayhcw, George Trcnwith,
George Palmer, w. Chandler, E. Mar
tin, A, g. Lawyer, Otto Kun ath, J.
Rcinsmith aud j. Schwan. Tho Wis.
iting brethren from this city returned
on Tuesday, aud reports pleasant trip
throughout.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25
FOURTH OF JULY
CELEBRATION
At Austin.
PROGRAMMES:

National Salute at sunrise.
The procession will form around the
Public Square, under tho direction OF
the Marshal, at 10 o'clock, aud move
promptly at IL A. NJ, to the grounds,
the fowllowing order:
Austin Cornet Band.
Austin Cleo Club.
President and Orator Of tho Day.
Chaplaius.
Vice President Of the Day.
City Council.
Representation of States.
Fire Company.
Father Mathews Society.
Patrons Of Hnsbandry.
Sunday School.
Masons, Odd Fellows, and Good
Templars by Lodges
Citizens on foot.
Citizens in carriages.
Arriving at the grounds, tho follow
ing exercises will take place from the
roetrum:
Music by tho Band.
Prayer by the Chaplain.
Music by tho Cleo Club.
Reading Declaration Of Iaaepend-
ence, by o. w. Shaw Esq.
Music by Glee Club.
Grafton by Gen. J. A. Kellogg, Of
Wisconsin.
Music by Glee Club and Band.
Bcnediction.
g." DINNER.
At three o'clock p. n. the KuKlax
will parade the principle streets Ct
the city.
At 4 l-2 PM. . match game Of
BASE BALL will b played on the
Base Ball grounds.
In the evening there will he grand
display of FIRE WORKS from the
Public Square, Interpreted With music
by the Band.
D B. SMITH, President Of the day.
Capt. Il. =. VAN VALKENBuRaH,
Marshal. -.
Aids-C.pt. Geo. Baird, VIM. Rich
ards asd John Walsh.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25
a Double WeddioH.

Ncighbors and friends about one hun
drcd in number, agrceably surprised j.
G. Hawkins and +. r. Spooner, on the
anniversary Of their twentieth wedding
day, June 17th.) at the residence oil E. P,
Spooner. A grove near by was soon
cleared. and table was soon spread, and
loaded with ali the nieitios peculiar for
such an occasion. where the parties with
the brides and grooms. repaired. and a
china set was presented by 8. summe,
with appropriate remarks, responded to
by the grooms. when all partook of tho
delicaccs with relish. The remainder
of the day was occupied in playing Gro
quot, aud other amusements. A good
time was enjoyed by all.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25
DENTISTRY.

nR. p. B. PECK, would respectful
IL ~ inform tho People Of Austin aud VI
cinity that no has oponed an oaeo over Aus
tin l. Shouts Hardware Store, for the prao-
tiee Of Dentistry, having hsd Is years expe-
ricncc.
Teeth cxtrastod with the least possible pain.
Teeth 6llod 20 ~ TO preserve and restore
them to ikeie Natural look and usefulness.
Teeth inserted on Gold Silver and Vulcan
sed Rubber.
Particular attention givon to tho regulation
Of childrcn's teeth.
AL work warranted. Go3-vG-ly
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25
Basket Picnic Celebration, r.
~ -. 81 ll.-EreA 70 All.

Basket Picnic Celebration, r.
+: ~ 1t.-Freo 70 All.
At q meeting of committees from sew
cral oranges in the town Of Austin, held
at G. H. Huntington's for the purpose Of
making arrangements for the celebration
Of the coming Fourth Of July.
RESOLVED, That, in.as-much as all
things, national, social, customs, habits,
and fashions Of all people, are oontinu-
ally changing through material primer.
pies Of progression, to higher plane of
intelligence and refinement, VIC as Pat.
rons Of Husbandry deem it bettting, and
commendable to celebrate our National
Independence in a good new way. Now
therefore
RESOLVED, That we select G. II. Hun.
ting's grove near Omcer's mill, as being
the most betting place, away from the
hsunts Of dissipation, and aristocratic
contentious, and the elements worse than
veeuyic eruptionsi where We can breath
the pure air Of heaven, and in chorous
With natures warblings, make merry our
expressions Of gratitude for the many
blessings placed before u by free aud
independent nation.
Patrons from this and adjoining coun.
ties are invited to attend In full regalia.
A cordial invitation is extended to all,
both high and low, rich and poor, halt
and lame, como all, it will do you good.
o1yIcERs OF THE DAY.
President.-0. PatteDoa. Pleasant
View grange.
Vice Presidents.-W. L. Basnum, Min
nereka; N. Trobridge; g. Konkey, Rose
Creek; II. Gundcrson. Nevada grange;
F. Wilder, Otranto.
Marshal.-Adam st. John, Miupereka.
Chaplsin.-Rcv. w. Wakefield. ,.
Reader of Declaration of Independ,
euce.-Mrs. Ida johnson.
COMMITTEES.
On speaking, N. Rolf, G, H. Hunting.
ton, and J. Davis.
On singing, G. II. Huntington.
On martial music, D. J. Ames and J.
Prouty.
H. GREEN, Sec'y.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25

Piano 1NsrRucrloN.-Miss Sophie
Anderson givcs Instruction on ths Piano and
Organ At s. Aldersen's, on Rivor street. The
system Of seceutsd husering taught. She a.
50 gives instruction in vocal music and sulti.
walton of tho voice.
Those desiring TO take lessons win find Il .
good opportunity. n3l-u
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25

TUX railroad company have built q
side track across the marshy piece Of
ground in the rear of the eating house.
for the purpose of running gravel trains
70 as to AL up and level the largo piece
Of ground now coversd with water, grass
and mud. This will make q great i'm,
provement to tho company's grounds,
and give them more room than they now
haveS bosides getting rid Of the unhealthy
stencil Of stagnaat water. which remains
In the slough nearly all summer.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25
Pianos and Organs.

Chickcring s. Son and ua,nea Bros
pianos, aud Taylor & Farley Organs
Without doubt, tho best pianos made
Thosc wishing to purchase pianos or or
CANS will find It for their interest to OK
anime them and get. my prices. Sampl,
instruments can be seen ut my house.
J. N. WHEAT.
Austin, MIMI. Jan. 18Th, 1874.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25

THE Weed Sewing Machine is with
out donbt the best machine now offered
to tho public. II Is simple aud strong,
runs liz ht, aud every ono gives salts.
faction. Reduced prices to Changers
and other cash buyers.
G. l.. WEST, Agent,
6tf Austin, MINI.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1874-06-25

DR. MINER Of Chicago, has lectured
several evenings in the Presbyterian
church, but We are sorry to say, to very
ANAL audiences. When man with the
ability Of DR.. Miner comes to Austin to
lecture. he seldom has audience enough
to pay the rent of the room he uses, while
a troupe Of niger Ministries, or a slight
Of hand performer will draw out a large
number Of people. DR.. Miners lectures
have been free. and It Ia q shame they
were not better attended.