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The daily gazette., 1874-08-29
Democratic County Contention.

The Delegates elect of the different
Hundreds of New Castle county are
hereby notified to attend a Convention
GO be held at the COURT HOUSE, in
the TOWN OF NEW CASTLE, on SAT-
URDAY, the 5th day of SEPTEMBER
NEXT, 1874, at o'clock, P. M, for the
purpose of nominating Representatives
to the Legislature and Levy Court, and
to take such other action in relation to
the approaching canvass as shall be
deemed advisable.
JOHN P. COCHRAN, Chairman,
august 26th, 1874.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

Elias NJ. kiels, JHdge of the City Court
OF Eufala, Alabama. was arrested on
Thursday night. on the charge of having
aided felon to escape. He was COM
mitted yesterday in default of $1,000
bail
Henry Babb, an engineer of switc
ing engine, who caused fatal accident
at street crossing, in Springfield, Mass,
last Wednesday, has been arrested on the
arge of murder.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29
city Ticket.

ASSESSORS.
Northern District-THoMAs j. Bowen.
Southern District-EDwARD FARNAR.
First Ward-Council-Ralph Mccall.
Inspector Michael Lally.
Assistant-uugh Sweeney.
Second Ward-Council-H. B McIntire.
/ spector-J0s. Bradford.
Assistant-Daniel Callahan.
Third Ward -Council-August Bickta.
Inspector James Clark.
Assistant-Daniel Mullin.
Fourth Ward-Counci'-J !. Hayes,
Inspector-Wm j. Morrow.
Assistant-Edw. MoIntire.
Ftftn Ward-Council-Wm A, Murphey.
Inspec or-M. u. Ocheltree,
Assistant-J II. Publ
Sixth hward-rouncil-Wm McMenamin.
Inspector-James Davis.
Assistaut-Thos. Murine.
seyepth Ward-Council (no pomination).
Ipspect0r-Jehu Pyle.
Assistant-Walter Cummins.
Firhtb bWard-Council-Edwi F. Morrow.
Ipspector-A. D Chaytor.
Assistant-Geo, c. Ward.
Ninth Ward-Counsil-Mart Farrell.
Inspector Samuel Smith.
Assistant-George Clark.
Tenth Ward-Council-Lewis p. Lynch.
Inspsctor-David w. Hughes,
Assistant Bernard Haughey.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

CRUELTY IN \ New YORK CHARITY
ScuooL.-In New York, on Wednesday,
Joseph Vanderiche, aged five, died at his
parents residence from the effects Of Il
castigation he had received on Monday
at the Five Points of Industry. 1t ap-
pears that the boy was pay scholar at
the institution, which is charity and
pay bording school, and for somo lnfrac.
tion of tho rules of the institution he was
beaten with a rattan by te.cher named
Charles Barnard brother of the super
intcndent. DR.. McWhinnio heard the
history Of tho case from the physician
who attended tho boy, he made Il post
mortem examination, finding the lung,
liver, spleen and brain intensely conges-
ted large patches on the legs, hips, bacl;
and all over the surface OF the body
From tho history Of the case, furnihod
by the boys physician, and fromlthe COP.
ditions revealed by the post mortem ex.
animation death, to his opinion, resulted
from convulsions due to the shock pro.
duced by the castigations received at the
hands OF Charles Barnard. The latter
was arrested and sent to jail. The coro.
ner is still taking testimony in the case
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29
Help Mature 40 Rally,

After an attack Of fever or other acute dis
eaee has passed Of and nature is endeavor.
ing TO rally the debilitated system, help the
effort with the standard vegetable tonic of this
uge. Hostetters Stomach Bitters. Nothing
known to the physician or the pharmacopo.
list expe1ites convalescenee like this vital.
izing invigorant. Persons who have been
Frustrated by lonG-continued sickness recover
their lost flesh, strength and cheerfulness In
less than half the time that would be re-.
1ulred to recuperate without it. II is the
most genial as well as the most harmless Of
medicated stimulants, and as a remedy fol
sas well as preventive of dyspepsia, biliou.
has no equal in the world. When all othel
tonies have failed. this effects cure
aug27t03
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

WATER DEPARTMENT. CHEZ EaGIYRIRs)
OFFICE. No. 100 MARkET STREET.
Wilmington. Dei . Az. 70. 1874
pkOPOSALS FOR BUILDING A CuL-
at this Cilice until 8 p. NJ. Saturday next,
Aug, 18th. for building "A stono culvert across
the bed Of Jackson street. north Of Tenth
street. Plans and specifications can be seen
and examined on application on the ground
after TO day.
Tne right is reserved to reject any and all
bids. e. Ii. GALLAGHER.
aug26-it Chef Engineer.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

Several citizens of Eufala, Alabama,
have been arrested for violation of the
Enforcement law. At Montgomery. on
Thursday. case of alleged violation of
the same law was discharged by the Uui
ted States Commissioner, it having been
shown that the assault com planned of was
provoked by the prosecutor, who shot
one of defendants hogs In mistake for
his own.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

the property OF millions has been dcs-
troyed in value. by the unintelligent
negro votes cast by such Rings a. now
rule this city.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

SoUTH JERSEY INSTITUTE, N. p
~ First:olass School for both sexes. Loca-
ton delightful ana healthy; climate mild
Building brick: heated by steam; lighted
BY gas; hot and coldwater. Railroads and
telegraphs. Commences September .. Send
for catalogue.
nug1-6w II, X. TKASK. princinaI
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29
BUsH's
STEAM FREIGHT LINE

Leaves I'd wharf above Chestnut street. PhiIa-
delpoia, daily at p. m, and French street
Wnari, Wilmington, at p. IN, Freight hand
G. W, BUSH.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

NoTICE.-JAMES H.BEGGS has removed
IN his office to No. u West Eighth street.
Almonds Building. Bricks Of all Finds OIL,
hand at lowest market rates. jyl4tf
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29

NOTICE. = MECHANICS LOAN Asso-
~ ClATlON have just issued 800 shares
Fourth Series Stock for sale Apply TO
w. J. MORROW. Sec'y,
may20eodtf No. Az French street.
The daily gazette., 1874-08-29
Democratic Nominations
COaSIitU Ticket

Fer Sheriff -WM. Ii. LAMBSoN'
Fer Coroner-RICHARn GROVES.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17
NEWS OF The DAY
70 sho,o the very age and body Of The Nales'


At New York, it i, reported that new aud
alarming horse disease is affecting the stage
and street car lines, and large number of ami
mails have been Frustrated, but tn: mortality,
except 10 the case OF one OF the stage lines. Is
sua, and 10 most instances the disease yIeils
rapidly to mrdlcal treatment. The symptoms
are loss ot appetite, swollen eyes, which dis
charge a ycliowish matter coplouSly, and swo.
len legs stuper follows, with great weakness
Rapid recovery follows the return of appetite.
At New Orleans on the 10th a salute va,
fred at the head OF Charles street 10 honor OF
the king Of the carnival, who arrived at noon
on the t. 5. steamer JOAN \. DIX Inc may
or and ely administrators met tue party and
escorted them to the ST. Charles hotel, whera
the ladies' presented the king with handsome
silk banner. The king afterwards visited each
of the theatres, where Tree ma.lueeS were gwen
to crowded houses.
At Memphis on the 10th inst. King Momus
seated in royal chariot, aud attended by a
large rctinu, of couriier$, made his annual en-
try iuto the city at four u'c,ock. Keys OF the
city were presented 10 him by dwarf, in frou
the Peabody hotel, With the usual speeches.
The city is full of visitors from ali parts OF the
ccuutry, and every train aud steamboat arrlv-
lng Is crowded.
The first annual meeting of the Women
Centennial Executive Committee was held III
Philadelphia yesterday, aud coutllnutlous to
the amount of $34, $40 were reported.
Mrs. Langdoo, sister of William B. Aston,
died at Nice, France, on Sunday.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17
FROM RICHMOND.
THE. CAPITOL.

RICHMOND. Feb. l6-Ihe scare about
the condition Of the Capitol has subsidized, and
the Senate, to day, alter pratracted debate
recalled the resolution asklog the removal OF
the books trouI he Library above the chamber
There is pr,a diversity Of opinion yet, bow
ever about the safety vi the uulldlDg, and We're
j, possible, it would certainly be advisable to,
at least, begin to make preparations tor the
construction of j more convenient and capaclouS
structure. 10 say uothiog Of security aud COM
fort.
LEGISLATIVE.
In the Senate, to-day, nothing was done save
to debate aud finally pass resolution, by the
casing vote Of the Licu'euaot Governor, re-
calling from the Governor The Resolution IN
retercuce to the removal u the Library, which
resolution WAS subsequently, recJnsldercd anu
the Sebate ADJ Jurucri. After recess or three
DAYS, on account otthe falling OF s0uIe plaster
lug another day is fitted away 10 re>clud!ng a
hasty resolution. tut the people VIII have ~
pay tor 1t:
Prince William presented a petition OF cltizcbs
of Fairfax. asking that Bus! Run DC made a
|
ton with the OccoQcan.
The reuu.st OF inc United States that the
state ccd- jurisdiction over cities occupied y
| light houses IN Nlrpinla was referred TO the
| Committee on Courts OF Justice.
Resolutions We're Introduced inqultlng luto
the rxpcdeDcy Of ancudlGg h" lsw cnnccrnlhs
slgu board, at ROAD crossings. ~ u1"Zh9 COO
sict labor, and u provide Tor paying medical
experts in murder cases.
A resolution was agreed 10 authorizing the
preparation Of d till providing Tor The collection
lrom the several railroad, steamship, uaviga-
| ton, express. telegraph, aud Insurance cum
panics Of Virginia, Of per Ct. on their gross
receipts
The S mate bill preventing the sale OF int"x
icating liquors Oh Sunday. with the ii Use
amendments, excepting cllcs aud towns, Was
passed.
The Senate joint resolution 10 reference TO
the construction Of d suitable memorial To com
| mcmorale the achievements OF Commodore vi.
F. Maury. deceased, was rec,mmlttcd to the
Commlttee GU Federal Relations aud Reso!u-
tl0us.
The Speaker appointed NJ s>r5 Allan, Bag
we'll aud q Neal on the c,mlplttee Oh the part
of the II ouSc 10 investigate all matters con,
uectrd with the late deillcaton in the office OF
the Com uiasiouers OF the Sinking Fund
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17
THO Howard investigation.

WASHINGTON February lG.-lhc military
court OF Inquiry designated by the President III
the case OF BrlgaIlcr General .. .. Il ward,
vii! convene in this city on the ID Of March.
The court will be com poscd of the following
distinguished officers Gen; Sherman, the had
of the armies of the Uuitcd States; Maj Gen.
Mcdowell, commanding the Department Of the
South: Bripauler General Pope, cvumaudine
the Dsuartmcnt Of Dakota; Brlgadier Grucra
Mejgs, Onartermaster General of the Army;
and BripaIler General Holt, Judge Advocate
General and Chief Of the Bureau Of Military
Justice, and Major 4. B. Gardner, OF the first
artillery, as judge advocate OF the court. Tie
charges against Gcu. Howard have for several
wears past been discussed throughout the coun.
ty, aud much interest is felt IN the result OF
this inquiry in army and other circles, UeueraI
Howard having been lu tue army since 1854.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

Wm McGu;re, Of Washington city, has sent
a letter TO Bishop Nottingham, Of the diocese
OF Maryland, announcing his withdrawal from
the Protestant .Episc opal Church, aud his un-
ion With the R.tormcd Episcopal Church. Mr..
Nc uire is a son of the late Rev. DR.. McGuire,
CT Virginia, so widely known and greatly vene-
rated. He is clergyman Of fuc talcuts and
scholarship. As preacher be is said to pos
sc.s marked ability
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

THE CENTESNIAL-Th Baltimore Gazette,
iu an article on the Centennial, says: The
Centennial is getting some very hard blows
just at present. Massachusetts hits it hard
aud uugraciousIy; New Jersey is bordering the
question to give or cot to give; California absd-
uteIy refuses to have anything to do with il;
the Southern States are, we venture to say,
too poor, in measure, through Philadelphia S
peculiar philanthropy, to add TO their burdens
la fact, the whole affair appears too large for
our neighbor to manage Suppose she turns
over her building plans, her funds on hand, to
Congress, and if We have National Center
nial, let US have it at Washington"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The Richmond Enquirer says: -'Whether
the Library floor in the Capitol is safe or not,
it is absolutely certain that more than half the
Senators, while sitting 10 the Senate chamber,
are in dread lest they loose their lives. This
has been the feeling all the session. OF course
it is occasioned in large degree BY the re-
membrance of the awful disaster at the Capt.
toll in April 1870. 1t is no longer possible for
the body to proceed with deliberatiou and a
feeling Of security with the prosecution OF
business. in the chamber"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

1t is reported in England that the British
forces have entered Coomassie, the capital of
Ashautcc Coomas.ie is only about TO miles
N. n. w. of Cape Coast Castle, but the route
thithcr lies through malarious jungle. The
town has some $4,000 Inhabitants, and is a
point Of active trade with the interior. Here is
tue palace of the King OF Ashantce, and with
in its precincts is the sacred umbrella.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The Washington Chronicle says 1.-THE
District authorities are busily preparing the
necessary statements to be laid before the Con
grcssioua Investigating Committee. No labor
will be spared TO make them full, specific, and
complete, 50 that there eau be no difficulty in
the speedy determination Of any question arts
lag upon these documents. We hope the ut
most promptucss consistent with the thorough
aud satisfactory examination Of all the charges
so rccklessly made will be exercised by the
committee'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The Finance Committee of the Virginia
House of DELEGATES held meeting on last
Thursday and reported bill for the new code
Of Virginia. The bill fixes the price at five
dollars and fifty cts. aud provides that it may
be sold to wholesale dealers at discount Of
fifty per ct. per volume.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

Mr.. j. Amber Smith, member of Con
gress from the Richmond district, proposes,
after the adjournmentof Congress, to make a
trip to Eagland, Ireland and Scotland, for the
purpose Of inducing the investment Of foreign
capital iu Firgiaia, aud the immigration of
some of the British farmers to this State
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

1t is probable that the report of conflicts
with various bands of Sioux is greatly exaggc-
rated But there can no longer be doubt on
the subject of their hostile disposition. Much
mischief will follow, if they should not be re-
strained by the military forces of the United
STATES
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

Because the Brooklyn Prcsbytery refused to
permit Rev. Sarah Smiley to preach in their
pulpts Mrs. Cady Stanton proposes that NO.
men shall in future have churches of their own
from which men shall be absolutely excluded.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

BRoUGnT TO GRIEF. ltappcars that among
the evidences of the perfection of our federal
system Of cufociug the laws, Barren Island
furnishes a very convenient if unhappy ilIustra
ton. There was formerly upon its sterile acres
lareoderiug establishment, bu carcasses be-
coming scarce or dcmIud for them rare, the
property was put to the Use OF dls,illery,
without the knowledge Of the federal authorl
ties, We are bound to believe, and Immense
qualities of wEskcy We're manufactured. This
whiskey reached the consumer without he te-
deus dctentio.,s of the taxgathcrcr, and it
seems that certain deck hand believing this
form of doing business to be irregular, told his
story to the authorities, who, with one hun
dred soldiers, yesterday roruing captured the
fluid N Y Herald.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The latest detalcation announced is that of
Phillips d. Corric, cashier of the Atlanta
branch of the Freedmen's Savings BANK and
Trust Company, tor the amount Of $40, 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The womeu's crusad. against the whlskey
traffic opcued 10 Jefferson, Iollana, yesterday
Devotional exercises we're held at eight differ
cut saloons. They were received kindly, and
were protected by the police from the jam OF
an immense crowd that congregated at each
saloon. Business was partially suspended and
the streets we're lined with CITIZENS OF every
class The saloon keepers refuse to slgo the
pledge The excitement over the movement III
this city reached Louisville, and 10 the afternoon
at least 1000 people, mostly Germans, from
that city arrived there. Exercises on the street
have been abandoned for to-day. Divine ser
vices continue 10 the saloons tomorrow.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

The fine estate of Mr.. u. e. Dejarnette, in
Caroline county, Va, was sold by commits SION
ers of court last Monday for 81 900, to f. NJ.
Dejarnette. 1t CONTAINS |, 900 acres.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

Dr. Leroy Marsh, a member of the Evan
gclical Alliance, who has been dangerously ill
in Richmond for several weeks, is recovering
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

"a New DEAL PROPOSED. "A number Of
the active aud influential Republicans of the
First Congressional district Of Virginia casually
met 10 Washington Il short time since when
the conversation turned on the prospect Of the
uext election 1t was admitted that the pros
pccl of clccriLg u Republican representative
was not very hattcring 10 view OF the 1000
Conservative maj ,rity last fall. aud the want Of
eau iilatc in the district Of acknowledge
popularity and strength. 1t was admitted by
all that there was no show whatever Tor the re-
election OF Mr. Scuer, he bciug regarded az po-
litcally dead. One Of the most Intelligent and
influential Republicans 10 the district, aud who
was very active In securing the nomination to
Mr.. Scner in 1872, remarked that there was
thousand chances Of Mr. S being struck by
lightning to Que Of his reelection. The name
of Judge Snead Of Accomac was mentioned
and who is regarded as the most formidable
candidate, and is he'd in high esteem; but he
is not regarded as available at this time 1t
was suggested that the only chance Tor the Re-
publican party to retain the district was to dis
regard the custom Of taking the candidate
from the district and to tender the nomiua-
tion to some gentleman Of the State who pos
scsscs the ability, strength AID popularity to
cope with aud bc formidable candidate to any
candidate the opposition may put forward.
The name Of Hon. L. II. Chandler, or some
gentleman OF like popularity aud strength, was
suggested if he could be induced to accept if
rendered. Cor. Of Virginia Stur
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17
FOREIGN NEWS.

LONDON, Feb IL a. m.-.The Ministry
Yesterday resolved to resign immediately
Gladstone goes to Windsor TO day.
The House of Commons now stands $40
Conservatives 10 900 Liberals aud Hume Rul-
ers.
The journals generally approve the detcrml-
nation uf GadstDne's Government to resign.
The Times says only one member opposed the
decision.
A Herald London special, dated midnight,
says 'Gladstone will advise the Queen to send
tor Mr. Dsraeli, who will probably form new
Cabinet within three days.
The Pail Mail Gazette publishes report
that the British forces took possession Of Coo
massie, the capital of Ashautee, on the 29.h
Of January, and would commence their march
back to the coast February
The Daily News correspondent writes that
there is still much sickness among the troops
Of the Ashantee expedition. La the tuslleer
department alone, at the date of the letter,
here were two hundred lnvallds.
BERLIN, Feb. l6-ln the Reichstag to-day
Gen. Moltke, III the course OF u speech III sup.
port of the new military bill. said wv hat
we acquired in six mouths we shall have to
prolec. by force Of arms for helf u century to
come France notwithstanding maj orlty OF
peace. is Initiating our army organization. lie
CONCLUDES We have become powerful, but
remain peaceful We require an army for de-
fence, not Conquest The bill Was referred to
Committee.
A deputy from Alsace moved pebscite
be taken in AIsace aud Lorraine on the ques-
ton of nationality.
MADRID, Feb l6-Castelar, in the event
of plebiscite, will support Serrauo as caudi-
date for the presidency of the republic.
The British Minister had a long conference
Saturday with the Minister OF Foreign Affairs.
The subject of the interview is supposed to
have been the case of the British vessel de-
tanned 10 Spanish port.
MADRID, Feb, l6.-Thc government in-
tends taking pIebiscitc of the country to au.
thorize the repeal of section thlrty-three OF the
constitution Of 1859, relating to monarchy 1t
also intends substituting au ordinary for the
constituent Corles, with Marshall Serrano as
president OF conservative republic.
The southeastern portion Of Europe has
been visited by heavy gales, which did much
damage. The telegraph lines were Frustrated,
aud there were numerous disasters to the ship
ping on the Black sea.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1874-02-17

CONGRESS In the Senate, yesterday, a
memoriol OF bank officers Of Rhode Island pro.
testing against any withdrawal of circulation
from them, was laid on the table. The Gre.
denials of R. f. Withers, Senator elect from
Virginia, were placed Oh file. The bill oppro,
priatug about 100000 to pay certain loya
citizens Of Loudoun county, Va, TOR property
destroyed by Gen. Sheridan's troops in 1864
was reported without amendment. Memorials
FROM certain New York churches to investigate
the liquor traffic were received. Numerous re-
lief bills were passed. A memorial from Ger
IBERIA was referred. At the expiration Of the
moruing hour the bill to equaize the distrbu
ton of the National banking circulation was
taken up and debated, and continued.
In the House, among batch of bills intro.
of appraiser of merchandise; to repeal the special
Archer, of Maryland, for the relief Of David l..
Stanton, by Mr.. Albert, of Maryland, for the
relief of John H. SuutheroD, of ST. Mary S
county, Md; one to abolish certain pavy yards,
among them the one at Washington, ID. g.; to
repeal tax on dealers 10 leaf tobacco; to abolish
pension agencies, and make postmasters agents;
two bills to abolish certain custom houses and
the revenue marine service; supplementary
bill to the act authorizing the POINT Lookout
railroad to extend its road into Washington; u
bill to establish bureau for uniform SYSTEM
of education in States lately 10 rebellion. Mr..
Kelly offered concurrent resolution that the
members Of the Senate aud House of Repre-
sentatives assemble in Informal session on
September 6, 1874, to inaugurate the centeo-
NAL ceremonies. Alter considerable debate
Mr.. Kelly's motion was rejected and the matter
was referred. Mr.. D Brieu, Of Maryland Of,
fered preamble aud resolution looking to the
removal of the Naval Asylum at Philadelphia
to Annapolis.