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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-01-23
p@ The WEST W. STATE GRANGE.

p~ The WEST W. STATE GRANGE.
The State Grange met in annual SEES
sion in Compton's Hall, Grafton w.
Va, on Tuesday, January 18th, 1873.
Representatives by Masters OF seventy
nine Changers were reported present.
The officers prerent and filing the
chairs, were
B. M. Kitchen, Worthy Master.
w. +. Smith, w. Lecturer.
Z. II. Roberts w. Stewart.
Mrs Mays, Lady Assistant Steward
pro tenn.
Josiah Watson, w. G. Keeper. s:-
M. w. Burr, w. Overseer. ok,
JIM. Vanmeter, Chaplain. ,....
J. w. Curtis, Secy.
b. Cushwa, Treas.
X. w. Baylor, /. II. Strider, j. IL.
Light, Executive Committee.
The following officers were elected
on Wednesday, Jan. Is, 1878, to serve
during the ensuing year.
B. NJ. Kitchen, of Berkeley county,
w. Master.
L. M. Stone, of Wetzel county, w.
Overseer.
II. Butler, of Jefferson county, w.
Lecturer.
J.C. Carrot, Harrison county, w.
Steward.
Ell. Coburn, of Barbour county, w.
A. Stewart.
w. Kennedy, of Randolph county,
w. Chaplain.
b. Cushwa, of Berkeley county, w.
Treasurer.
J.E. Hall, of. Barbour county, w.
Secretary.
II. Handley, of Greenbrier county,
w. G. Keeper.
Mrs. Lizzie NJ. w. Hall, Of Barbour
county, w. L. A. Steward.
Mrs. Mary May, Of Brooke county,
Ceres.
Mrs. f. II. Sine, of Marion county,
Pomona.
Mrs. Sarah Fayre, Of Marshall county,
Flora. -+..
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SENATE.
Friday, Jan. Is.

Mr.. Bennett, on leave, introduced
Senate Bill No. 2, "a bill TO amend the
law relative to the collection Of taxes"
The bill was read by its title and refer
red TO the Committee on Finance, here
after 70 be appointed.
Mr.. Bennett, on leave, introduced.
Senate billN No. 3,u"A bill TO amend the
law concerning the sale Of real estate for
taxes, forfeited for non-payment and non
assessment Of taxes, and the transfer Of
title vested Ia the State"
The bill was read by its title and refer
red back to the Committee on Forfeited
Delinquent and Unappropriated Lands,
hereafter to be appointed.
Mr.. Bennett, on leave, introduced
Senate Bill No. 4, "a bill arranging
the Counties of that State into Districts
for election Of Representatives I'm Con-
gress."
The bill was read by its title, and refer
red to the Committee on Judiciary, here
after to be appointed.
Mr.. Bennett, on leave introduced
Senate Bill No. 3, IA bill appropriating
money to pay teachers In Normal schools
for the fiscal year ending September 20,
1874"
On motion Of Mr.. Bennett, the reference
Of the bill to committee was dispensed
with. j.
The bill was then read a first time, and
ordered to be read a second time.
On the further motion Of Mr.. Bennett
the rule was suspended and the bill rcsd
second time this day, and ordered TO be
engrossed and read q third time.
The President announced the following
standing committees:
On Privileges and Electtons-neSsrs
Burdett, God, Ferreii, McGinnis and
LOOMS.
On the Jndicizry-NeHrs. Camden,
Denis, Custom, Clayton, Bennett, NcGfn-
mis- and Berkshire.
On Finsnce-Nessrs. Bennett, Arnett.
Burdett, Pannei1, Sherrsrd, Eastman and
Bishop.
On Education-Messrs. Clayton, East
ham, Cunningham, Mcdonald and Scott.
On Counties and Municipal Corpora
tions-Messrs. Dennis, Shelton, Pannell.
Custom and Bishop.
On Banks and Corporations-Nessfs
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1875-01-23

Killed on THE RAnRoAD.-O On Sat.
urday night last, as the Eastward boond
train due here at $50, =. u. was neaT-
ing town, an elderly eolored man
name Jacob Washington, familiarity
known as "wrights Jake" was struck
by the engine and thrown from tho
track. The train was Immediately stop
ped and his body picked up and taken
to the Depot, but by the time the train
arrived there life was extinct This was
the same colored man who was knock
ed from the track . short time ago,
near the same place, and slightly injnr-
ed, and on this occasion, like the former
he 10 said to have been walking on tho
outside. of the rails.-Syirif.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Governor Tilden and Lieutenant Governor
Dorsheimer have not only set correct exam
pie by taking the new oath of Office, but have
practically expressed their opinion that it
and not the old oath is the one which is
obligatory upon all officers chosen at the late
election. Their example ought to have more
weight than the sophistry of the Attorney
General, who published an official opinion
that the old oath would suffice, iftaken on or be-
fore January !, basing his opinion on the legal
dictum that in cases of doubt the constitu-
ton, like statutes, must be SO construed as
not to have retroactive effect. This is a
wretched bubble. 1t is the evident intent OF
the constitution that no person shall enter on
the duties OF any Office in this State, 'after and
including the first day of January" who
has practised any form of bribery in
the elections, and the new oath is
prescribed as a guarantee on that head 1t is
absurd to say that it would be retroactive if
applied to officers who have attempted to
evade it by taking the old oath before their
terms OF office commence. According to this
Interpretation the provisions against bribery
would be imperative until after the next State
election, whereas the amendments themselves
declare they shall be in full effect on the 1st of
January. We are glad that the Governor and
Lieutenant Governor have treated this bubble
with the contempt it deserves.
We hold it to be perfectly clear that such
members OF the Assembly us have sought ref
uge behind the opinion Of the Attorney Gen.
eral cannot legally enter on their duties with
out taking the new OATH The question does
admit OF judicial review as respects men,
beers of the Legislature, but it is within
the competency Of the Assembly itself
to enforce the new oath on all its
members. By the constitution ''each house
shall be the judge of the qualifications of
its own MEMBERS" and when, on Tuesday,
the constitutional oath is administered to the
Assemblymen, the question should at once be
raised in that body whether those who do not
take it are entitled to seats, and should be
pressed to an immediate vote. II the Assem-
bly, decides that the new oath is indispensable
the skulking members will be excluded from
their seats unless they come forward and take
it. 1t is duty which the Assembly owes to
itself and its character for purity and re-
spectability to see that this requirement Of
the constitution is complied with by all its
members. No member can refuse to take the
oath without thereby confessing that he has
done the things of which the constitution re-
quires him to swear his innocence. The
majority should refuse to sit with members
who make this practical confession of their
guilt.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03
New Years Pulpit Talks.

The opening year has induced the pastors
to remind their congregations OF the duties and
responsibilities which the new year brings
with it. Mr.. Hepworth will tel bis people
how to begin the year Alright and will explain
the difference between religious words and re-
ligious principles and show the importance of
the latter. Mr.. Corbit, too, will present the
lessons of the new year and utter Gods call to
men to begin a new life with o new year. Mr..
Nye, of Brooklyn, has few thoughts tor the
year to which he will give shape to-day. He
will also demonstrate that Universalism is the
doctrine of the Bible DIR. Rylance will show
young men how they con redeem the time and
make themselves noble and useful bya year of
devotion to and labor for Christ. Mr.. Mlclr-
thur will take a retrospective and prospec-
tive outlook ct the state of religion in the
world and will trace the untrodden way. of the
year on which we have entered.
All our city pastors, however, will not in
dulge in New Year homilies. Mr.. Alger will
discuss the law of waste and economy in
human life, while DR.. Armitage will talk to
the aged and to the young men on the measure
and value of time. Mr.. Kennard will Illus
trate what Christianity has done for woman
hood, and Mr.. Davies will utter voice to the
wavering, that they may be steady and strong.
Mr.. Hawthorne will expatiate on Christs
sympathy with weak believers for whom as
well az for those who believe not, He has
toiled, as DR.. Thompson will show. The
barren fig tree has not lost its moral force
with the lapse of time, and to-day it will be
used by Mr.. Terry to show the danger of
wasted and fruitless lives and the importance
of lives m ade up of faithful toll for God and
for humanity. The value Of prayer as power
and force will be illustrated by Dr. Deems
exposition of Moses prayer for Israel and
Abraham pleading for Sodom.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

searching, unsparing chief magistrate can
make new reforms from day to day that will
commend him to the public confidence. Our
various commissions require overhauling;
the condition of the public debt should be
ascertained at once the old departments OF
public work-the Parks and Docks-should
be submitted to the severest scrutiny. Wher-
ever there is an abuse let it be corrected !;
wherever there is a sinecure let it be abol-
ished; wherever there is the plundering of
dollar let it be stopped Let the civil service
rules be introduced into our public offices,
basing appointments solely upon merit. Mr..
Wickham may incur many enmities in carry
ing out this policy, but we cannot pull down
trees without tearing up many roots and leav-
ing ugly gaps IN the soil He must remem-
Der, however, that behind Tammany, behind
the influences which surround him, above and
byond the political atmosphere which he
breathes, there is q public sentiment, pure,
high and bracing, independent of all partisan
purposes, only too anxious to recognize Wis
dom and honesty in our rulers and to sup
port them in Well-doing against any political
or revenge.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Our correspondent in Paris gives us q bril-.
liant r<sumk of what the theatres are doing.
One of Jules .Verne's peculiar books has been
usual success. Otherwise there is nothing
noticeable in the announcements. Our hons
theatres are enjoying the advantages of the
merry holiday time. Barnum and Niblo have
pantomimes. But it seems odd that we de-
not initiate our London cousins and make the
pantomime a holiday specially. This may
arise from the want Of good pantommists.
There is certainly no form Of entertainment
more pleasing to the rising generation, and
we would like to see it cultivated as means
of making the theatre more domestic and
home like At Booths Theatre "Littls
Emily attracts every admirer of Dickens,
and may be regarded as one Of the successes
of the season. The play is well written and
exceedingly well acted. Mr. DAILY fourishes
with more than holiday success, and seems to
have turned the tide of fortune.
At Wallack's Incompatible theatre Mr..
Boucicault and the "Shaughraun" continue
their extraordinary career. The success OF
this exquisite and brilliant comedy shows
that, no matter how dull the business times,
good work will always be successful Tho
''Shaughraun' is Mr.. Boucicaults rx.sterpiece.
1t shows every quality Of his alert and finished
intellect, and stamps him not only as a great
writer, but great actor. In this respect Mr..
Boucicault is unique, tor we know OF no ono
in the history of the drama who ever COM
bined the two qualities in so perfect degree.
There have been better writers and better
actors, but no one who acted and wrote SO
we'll. 1t is the fashion to deprecate and sheer
at Mr.. Boucicault as one who steals his plays.
But no one can see the ''Shaughraun" with
out seeing through all the hand of the master.
Mr. Lincoln said when he heard that General
Grant was fond of whiskey he only wished he
could obtain some of the brand tor the other
generals. We only wish that the renal ider
of our dramatists would stop writing original
plays and take to stealing if they will only do
as well as the gifted author of the ''Shaugh-
raun.'
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

SEEMS that Sefor Sagasta did not
~ "o" the accession of Prince Alfonso
approve Of su' IT, T !. a. avtraors;narv aot
70 the throne. - '' o. 90
- ~;~tn. On n. mart # sehor Sagasta, who
has al ways served the side i-A' pa,a 'ne Se'"
The story that CASTELAR, has agree 10 suppoi.'
the new dynasty is not probable. W. pre-
.sume it is like the rumor printed yesterday
and denied this morning that the Carlists
meant 10 lay down their arms. News from
epain must be received with caution, remem-
bar;ns that the government officers supervise
M dispatches and will naturally transmit
nothing that will injuriously affect the cause
a their new paastAr.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

The CASE OF SPENCE PErTIs is still un-
settled. The hearing has been adjourned until
Monday Mr. Hall made some extraordinary
comments upon justice in New York, directly
charging that Pettis had secured immunity
from punishment by bribing our officials, and
declaring that he might trust the courts but
not the juries. We think justice is purer now
than it was, but Mr.. Halls avermeuts are
worthy Of serious examination.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

The GERMAN CONVENIENT have their own
troubles They have now set about inquiring
the sentence ''several hours before it was
pronounced" 1t would not surprise us 10
learn that the real motive Of this proceeding
against the Judge was the fact that the sem
tence was so much less than the public prose
cutor demanded. After worrying the ambas-
.ado,s what more natural than that Bismarck
should take up the judges? Germany is GER
family very free country.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

The COMPULSORY EDUCATION ACT goes into
effect with the new year. The Commission
ers of Education are busy preparing to carry
put its provisions. The difficulties in the
way are explained elsewhere. We sincerely
trust there will be no unnecessary delay in en-
forcing this most righteous and useful law
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

A DESPATCH from Washington tells us
what the friends of the Spanish King think of
the revolution. Our government seems TO be
impatient to recognize the new monarch. 1t
might be well to wait until the people have an
opportunity of speaking on the subject. We
are strong enough as republic not to be in q
hurry about recognizing military and naval
usurpation.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

The COMMITTEE on Pacific Mail continued
its inquiry yesterday. There was no special
development, except the statement of Mr..
Phelps, the old vice president, that Mr. Stock
well dreaded an investigation by Congress last
year, and intended in such an event, to send
Mr. Irwin out of the country.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Mr.. ORTIZ, the chairman Of the House
Committee on Foreign Affairs prophesies
that in ninety days Napoleon Nv. will be the
Emperor of France. This is interesting but
we would rather have Mr.. Orth' opinion upon
the corn crop of the West. He probably
knows about corn.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

The KING OF THE SANDWICH ISLANDS is re-
ceiving much attention i'll Boston. The
weather has not been gentle with His Majesty,
who, by this time, must be weary Of snow
and ice, and long for the milder winds of his
warm Pacific seas He will make tour Of
the manufacturing districts and study for
himself these sources of American greatness.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

We ARE FAR from the end of the Won Arnim
case. The appeal has now gone to a higher
court, and whatever the result it will go to the
court of highest jurisdiction. Thus far Bis
marck has had the worst of this contest, and
his defeat is regarded with appreciation by
the public opinion Of Europe.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

LITERATURE THE holiday season has al.
most exhausted itself so far as the issue of
new books is concerned, but we print else
where notice of some sprightly and inter-
esting novels fresh from the press. The pub
fishers are busy with their spring ventures.
and there are the best prospects of busy and
interesting season.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

WALL STREET YESTERDAY. Stocks were
generally under a cloud. Gold advanced.
United States and railroad bonds were firm.
Foreign exchange was steady.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

PASSIONS IN LOUISIANA steadily grow to a
white heat. The civil powers have asked
General Emory for aid, and all the federal
purpose of preserving order. General Sheri-
dan does not appear to be anything but a
spectator of events, and unless there should
be an outbreak he will probably look on and
take no part.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Our BERLIN CORRESPONDENT sends us an in
&eresting account of conversation with
Baron Holzendorf, the counsel of Won Arnim.
The Baron sincerely believes in the innocence
of the Count.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Wickhams appointment of Mr.. William r.
Martin as Commissioner of Public Parks in
place Of Mr. Bissinger, resigned, Will meet
with general approval No better selection
could have been made. Mr.. Martin has long
various movements to promote the interests
of city property. He was mainly instru-
mental in securing the "West side improve
ments, of which he was in great measure
the originator, and has always been an earnest
advocate of rapid transit. His practical
views will be of great benefit to the depart
ment with which he is now associated
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

ALDERMAN MCCAFFERTY, in q neat and gen.
erous speech, moved vote of thanks to ex-
Mayor Vance for his efficiency as Chief Magis-
trate during his brief term Of office. Mr..
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

From our reports this morning Representatives.
IRE that the aceater today aoM be cold and clear.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03
RIPPLE S HE E T.

NEW YORK, SUNDAY, JANUARY g. 1875.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03
NEW YORK HERALD
BROADWAY AND ANN STREET.

JAMES GORDON BENNETT.
PRoPRIETOR
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

BOOTHS THEATRE
corner OF Twenty third street and Sixth avenue
LITTLE EMILY at p. M; closes at 1850 +. NJ. Mr.
Rowe.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

ROMAN HlPPODROME,
Twentv-sixth street and Fourth avenue-BL UE
bard and FETE AT PEkIN, afternoon and evening.
and
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

OLYMPIC THEATRE,
No 6A BroadwayVAKIEfY at 4. NJ; closes at 10 AS
p ~
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TONY PASTORS OPERA HOUSE
OVERWHELMINGLY, ut p. NJ closes at 10 as p NJ
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ADJUSTMENTS TOMORROW.

PARK THEATRE.
Broadway between rwenty-irst and Twenty second
6treet.-GILD ID AGE L. M closes at 80 L. NJ.
Mr.. John r. Raymond.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

Vance feelingly ackno vledged the honor no
had received, and which, we agree with Mr..
McCafferty, he so honestly deserved.
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METROPOLITAN THEATRE
no. 5S5 Broadway.-VARInTY at P NJ closes at 10 80
p
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BRYANTS OPERA HOUSE
West Twenty third street near ixth avenue.-NEGRO
MiNSTRELsY, &C. at r. Nj, closes at I0 7. NJ. Dan
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

FIFTH AVENUE THEATRE.
Twenty -eignih street and Broadway.-rHE PA LACE
OF iRUIb, at r. NJ closes at 10 80 T. NJ Miss Car
lotLa Leclercq, Mr.. louis James.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-01-03

WOODS MUSEUM
broadway corner Thrtieth street-SMOKE at 8 p NJ :
Closes at lO:t p NJ. Mr.. W. 7. Melville.
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TIvOLI THEATRE.
Eighth reet-yAkIErf, at p NJ. closes at ii p. NJ
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METROPOLITAN MUSEUM ART
Fourteenth street-Open from 10 A. NJ to p. NJ.
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SAN FRANCISCO MINSTRELS
Broadway, of Twenty min Ia street.-NEGRC
MINSTRELsY, AT 5 Z. N. closes at III r. NJ.
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BROOKLYN THEATRE.
washington street-A NEW WAY TO PAY OLD
DEBiS, ats P VI. Dir. f. L. Davenport
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NiBLO'S
Broadway.-JACK AND JILL ats p. NJ; closes at 10 Al
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THEATRE CoMIQUE,
No 5i4 Broadway. VARIETY, at 3 p. NJ. closes IL
r. M.
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ROBINSON HALL,
Sixteenth street-BEGONE DULL CARE, at p NJ
closes at 10 AS Z. VI. Mr.. Maccabe.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1875-09-27
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Great Meeting in Phiindcl ahia.

THE RETURN OF oLD-TrME REPUBLICANS TO THE
POLITICAL FIELD SPEECHES BY aALUsHA A.
GROW, E. JOY MORRIS, AND EDWARD NJ PHEHsUN
"a GRAND ToRoHLldHT PROCESSION.
PHILADELPHIA, Sept 26.-The Republicans of
this city opaned the campaign last night by a
brilliant and spirited meeting in Horticultural
Hail. preceded by torchight PROFESSIONS Of the
Cameron, Uartranft, and other political clubs,
white and black, followed by y fine display of
fireworks in Broad st. The Union League Club
Building was Illuminated, and the names OF
Hartranft, Rawe, and Biddle were displayed in
gas.jet letters on the facade.
The meeting was q notable event, not only on
account OF the large attendance, the process
slonB, and the IRE works, but because it brought
from their retirement two old time Republican
leaders--the Hon. Galusha A. Grow, Speaker Of
the National House Of Representatives from
1861 to 1868, and the Hon. i. JOY Morris, who
represented one CT the Congressional districts
OF this city before the war, and was Abraham
Llncoln's Minister to Turkey. Both of these
gentlemen were prominently identified with the
earlier and glorious history OF the Republican
party, and both now return to lts support from
the came mottve---a Detef that its success III
Pennsylvania this Fail is essential to check the
Democratic moYeman for an inflated, dishonest
rsg-money currency. The speeches made by
them and that of the Hon. Edward McPherson,
who followed, were all emphatic declarations
against the inf ition dlctriue. Made here in
Philadelphia where the cry OF "more green
backs" is stiil persisted in, these powerful ad-
dresses will gIge force and direction to the Re-
publican CANVASS throughout the State. The
party, as an organization, will, it ~ oasy to fore
SEQ be crowded by the action of the Democrats
at Erie of its Lancaster currency plank onto the
firm ground of hard money.