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The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Our worthy city marshal and his
energetic deputy discovered and
gave information to our citizens,
last Monday, of an organized plot
of the negroes to invade our city
with their clubs to massacre our
citizens, while the negro women
were to burn the town. The citi-
zens Immediately notified Sheriff
Ross and District-Attorney Pratt
of what was threatened. These
gentlemen, to their honor and credit
be it said, took the matter in hand /,
and by their wise counsels did
much to avert the riot that threat-
ened. In the meantime our citizens,
under tho guidance of our honor
able Mayor and city authorities,
prepared to defend the lives, prop
erty, peace and good name of our
CITY. The helI-hounds and blood
thirsty demons, under the guidance
of Toles, Handy, and others, quai!ed,
and it is we'll they did. We tell
them now that we are for peace,
but by all that is good and true
by all that we hold dear, the ma
jesty of the law must and shall be
upheld.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
A Free Graded School in Canton

/ In order to render the present
heavy taxation Of our citizens foI
free school purposes available to a
satisfactory degree, free graded
school is suggested.
To be a success this school must
be free from any dcnominational
control whatever, and under the ex-
elusive jurisdiction of the Free
School Trustees and the County
Superintendent, as far as the school
law requires. The teachers should
be those already known to the pco-
/ pie of Canton, OF undoubted qualli-
cations, and capable of passing q
rigid examination by the competent
authority.
1t is proposed to have one prin-
cipal, who is also to be superintend
ent of city schools. He should be
man of large experience and
known success. He is to teach the
more advanced classes. A portion
of his time is to be given to super
vising the other departments OF the
school, to perfccting their organi
cation, grading, and system of in
structlon, thus reducing the entire
school, as far as practicable, to a
unit in government and teaching.
The principal is to keep himself
properly posted as to all improved
methods of instruction and control,
and to introduce them into the
graded school as, in his judgment,
is admissible.
The assistant teachers to be also
of those in our midst, fully compc
tent for .heir several positions. We
have such. They arc to cooperate
with the principal, to have a spe-
cific grade and number of classes,
to which they are to devote their
entire time, and for which they are
to specially prepare themselves
For the present separate buildings
can be used to accommodate the
various departments.
Let us not leave the success of
our free schools to chance, but by a
hearty cooperation of all elements,
let us mako them equal to the most
excellent free schools of other cities.
Citizens, shall we have meeting
on the subject ?
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

/ Last Saturday afternoon, IVES
Thomas, as bad negro az even
cursed a peaceful community with
his presence, while drunk, visited
the store of Mr.. James 4. Reid, and
| there denounced and abused Mr.. +.
Ill. Jones, an employee of Mr.. Reid,
whereupon he was ordered ont of
the store. Yves. Thomas obcYed
reluctantly, and continued to curse
and otherwise abuse Mr.. Jones. He
carried in his hand Il hatchct, and
used it in a threatening and mcna-
cling manner. After reaching the
street and going several yards along
the same, he halted in front of Tun-
stall Il Handy's, where he renewed
his abuse of Mr.. Jones in the pres
ence Of several of Jones friends,
adding threats of vengeance etc.
Mr.. Jones was informed of this,
and taking an axe-helve in his hand
approached Yves. Thomas, when an
alteration ensucd, in which Yves.
Thomas received several blows on
the head and was felled to the
ground. He was carried off and
medical aid rendered him. At 3
O'Clock Monday morning Yves. died.
The circumstances of his death was
the cause of tho riot which subse-
quently threatened, and which we
are glad to::say, for the peace of our
town and for tho lives of our co,or-
ed citizens was avertcd by wise
counscls and the firmness of our citi-
Zens. In this connection we will
say 10 our colored citizens, give the
law and its officers a chance to vim
dictate themselves before you I'M
dertake TO meet out your vengeance
and hatred and we will be with you,
and law and order will triumph.
Take the law in your own hands,
insult and ovor-awe the peaceful
and law-abiding citizens and you
will find them a unit in defense of
their homes, persons and property.
We are for peace if We may be al
lowed to have it. If not, what fol-
lows must not rest upon us. Will
you heed the warning and be wise
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Last Saturday night in the face
of a heavy rain storm, the young
men of the city of Canton rallied at
the Mayors office for the purpose of
organizing a Democ cratic Conserva-
tive club; and not-with standing
the inclemency of the weather. the
meeting was attended in such num-
bers and evinced such enthusiasm
as to license US to say to our breth-
eren througout the county and state,
that the young mems Democratic
Conservative club of Canton means
business and with the cooperation
of the same spirit and determine
ton throughout the county, success
is beyond a doubt. The club met
at 81 o'clock and proceeded to Or
ganize by enrolling 68 members
and electing Major Fl. S. Foote
President, A. P. Lusk Secreta-
~ and Treasurer, and Z. III. Woath-
ersby seargent at arms. A commit
tee of three consisting of Messrs.
Powell, Lawson and Dancy, to
which the chair was added, was APP
pointed to draft suitable constitu-
ton and bylaws. On motion, Col.
o. r. Singleton was invited to adj
dress the club on Wednesday night
the 18th inst at Odd Fellows Hall.
All business dispensed with, Mayor
Powell was called Ior who arose
and excused himself by saying that
he knew the men Of the club were
true to their principles and colors
and needed no advice or admon-
ishment from him. Tho Pres
idont Major Foote was called upon
who arose, and in his usual spirit
ed and eloquent manner delivered
one Of the happlest and most APP
prcciative efforts of his life, at the
close of which, the club adjourned
to meet next Friday night at 8
O'Clock. Thus 68 young men, COM
posed of the pride and chivalry of
our city have enlisted under the
banner of retrenchment and reform
and when their rank and file Is com
plete the enemies to our pro 'perity
our liberties, and our lives, will
feel the effect Of their powerful and
well directed blows.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
THE CANTON MAIL

Is of the largest papers in the state and fur
nishes the latest County and State News Telegraphc
Resume Editorials the principal issues of the day,
and large amount Of Miscellaneous Reading Mat
ter, selected with great care, and adapted to the
red wants of the
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Officers of the State Grange.

The following are the officers
eject for the State Grange of Mis-
sissippi for the ensuing two years
W. T. Hemingway, Carrollton
Carroll county, Master.
Put Darden, Fayette, Jefferson
county, Overseer.
Maj. E. G. Wall, Jackson, Kinds
county, Lecturer
It. J. Jackson, Liberty, Amite
county, Steward.
Frank Burkit, Houston, Chicka-
saw county, Assistant Steward.
W. r. Rainey, Starllville, Oktib-
beha county, Chaplain.
J. B. Robertson, Brownsville,
Kinds county, Treasurer.
W. l.. Williams, Rienzi, Alcorn
county, Secretary.
L.. S. Terry, Kosciusko, Alfalfa
county, Gate-Keeper.
Mrs. A. NJ. Hicks, Benton, Yazoo
county, Ceres.
Mrs. NJ. Gill, Oxford, Lafayette
county, Pomona.
Mrs. Matte Burkit, Houston,
Shickasaw county, Flora.
Mrs. Augusta Ably, Claiborne
county, Lady Assistant Steward.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.
W. l.. Hemingway, Carrollton,
Carroll county.
L. o. Bridewell, Beauregard, Co
piah county.
w. w. Vaught, Magnolia, Pike
.Ounty.
W L. Williams, Rienzl, Alcorn
county.
A. J. Vaughan, Marshall county,
post Office, Memphis Tenn, Proxy
10 National Grange.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

The delegation of white citizens,
called last Tuesday for peace con-
vention by like number of citizens
of the Republican party, and in its
name, declined to treat as politi-
cal representation, but agreed to
consult as citizens representing the
two races. This was accepted, and
but for the hellish devilment of the
arch demon Tolcs, would have re-
suited in satisfactory understand
ing. This imp of darkness denounc-
ed the members of the white citi-
zens' committee, and was SO insult
ing that they withdrew. Later in
the day, some of the less passi onate
colored men apologizel for Toles'
conduct, and disapproved his course.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Fruit Boxes for sale by
James PfiestIey s. Co.

That Infamous thief and liar,
Sneaky Hell-born Hell-hound Tole S
was at his devilment again last
Tuesday. His menacing and insult
ing remarks to delegation of citi-
zens last Tuesday convinced our
people that the flames of hell burn
in his heart. We warn him now to
keep his angry fires smothered. We
warn the colored people. in the
name of all that is good, and for the
sake of peace, to pitch ToIes, and
men of his character, overheard,
and to be quick about 1t.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

We must give the devil his due.
We hope F. B. Pratt was sincere
when he made his speech to the ne
groes last Monday, and warned
them to pursue line of peace. We
are told that he counseled order
and peace, and warned the incensed
negroes not to violate the law, as
surfing them that if they did he
would not be found ON their side.
We commend his good sense and
firmness.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
CITY OFFICERS :

Robe' Powell, Mayor and er efcio
Aagisti q.
w. A teeie, City Treasurer.
James Leonard, City Marshal, j. G.
Thigpen, equity Marshal.
Aidermea-N. G. Orrick, James McFar-
and. George Handy, p. L. Noonan, j. V.
Fitchett, Isham Garrett.
School 1lustets-H. ). Foote, Jr., j j.
Richards, East Ward; j. NJ. Anderson,
John Garrett. West Ward.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
STATE OFFICERS:

a. Ames, Governor.
A. IL Davis. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
w. Ii. Gibbs, Auditor Public Accounts.
Jones :. Hamilton, Deputy Auditor
Public Accounts.
q. ii. Holland. Treasurer.
James Hill, Secretary of State.
q. f. Harris, Attorney General.
L. w. Cardozo. Superintendent OF Pub
lie Education.
Fl. W. Warren. Levee Commissioner:
- Bras}aer, Deputy Levee Commas
kiOarr
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Juhlnie Livelar, the handsome
and clever dispenser Of drinks, has
opened q new and well appointed
saloon at MichaelovItch's old stand.
where he has tho best of wines,
liquors and cigars. Give him call.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Young, men, have your Wedding,
party and ball invitations and pro-
gramme cards printed at the MAIL
office. We have a handsome stock
of the latest style stationery suita-
BILE for such occasions. Call and
see samples of work.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Letter, note and bill-heads, visit
ing and business cards, circulars,
posters, dodgers, in fact, everything
from a visiting card to full sheet
poster, executed with neatness and
dispatch at the MAIL Office
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Up to the time we 20 to press the
Radical nominating Convention for
this congressional district has not
organized, the committee on Gre
dentials wrangling Tho race be
tween Niles and Warner promises
TO be very close.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

There is no person living but what suf-
fcrs more or less with Lung Disease,
Coughs. Colds or Consumptlon- yet some
would die rather than pay - cents for
bottle of medicine that would cure them.
DIR. a. Boschcc's German Syrup has late
ly been introduced in this country from
Germany. and lis wopdcrous cures aston
ishcs every one that Try it. If you doubt
what we say in print, cut this ont AID
take it TO your druggists. CaSaell ~
BauGhn, and get II sample bottle for 10
cents and try II, or Il regular size for 40
cents.
6. G.. GREEN, Woodbury., y. J.
G-cowl2z
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
GENERAL DIRECTORY.
n. g. OFFICERS {:

Hos. r. a. Hill, Judge Of Circuit and
District Court.
q. L. Swan, Clerk of Circuit and Dis
trict Court.
Geroy :. Bronn, U. s. Marshal of the
Southern District of Mississippi.
W. II. Ford, toiiice) Deputy Clerk,
Jackson.
III. NJ. Swan, Deputy Marshal. jackson.
J. w. Blessing, Deputy Marshal Vicks-
burg.
John. J. Carney, Deputy Marshal.
Henry Wilson, Deputy Marshal,
NascheZ.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Bob Tyler (coloreD cut and seri-
ously wounded Bill Ward (col ored)
last Thursday night. yet we have
not heard of any threats about
mobbing Bob or burning the town.
What's the matter?
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
SUPREME COURT ::

+. Ct. Peyton, Chief Justice.
H.F. Simrall, Associate Judge.
j. Tarbell. Associate Judge.
James, Mckee. Clerk.
Thomas Melville, Deputy Clerk
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Yesterday our city was full of
strange faces-black-and-tan and
yalIer carpetbaggers and scalawags.
o. S. Lee, of Holmes county, one of
the principals in the late court
house murder, was on hand, but
several poor unfortunate negro
witnesses to the killing couldn't
come-they were in DURANGO vile
for want of money and friends to
procure their release from Jail.
"Thc way of the transgrcssor is
hard" but in this case the way OF
the lookcrs-on is harder.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Practical opportunities tor studying
Medicine unequaled by any college in the
United States. The Professors, accompa-
MED by the students. visit, daiIy. the
wards of the great Charity Hospital,
where more than seven thousand patients
are annually treated.
The FOrty-Second annual session will
begin November 18th and terminate
March 18th.
Fees the same as charged by all the
best schools
For circulars giving full information,
address
4. q. RICHARDSON. NJ. D., Dean.
26-2t
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Coolest Ice in town for sale by
James:Priestley s. Co.

Get your job printing done at the
MAIL Office. New presses, new and
fashionable type and complete stock
of stationery. Call and see samples
of work and prices.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
DIED..

COLQUHOUN.-On Monday 10th inst,
Jimmie, aged two years, son of Robt. N.
and Alice Colquhoun.
MAAS.-On Wednesday 18th inst, of
consumption, Mr. Charles Mas, young
and worthy merchant of our city.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Have your job printing executed
at the MAIL Office. Our facilities
are first-class and our prices moder-
ate.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Gen. A. r. Stewart, Chancellor of
or S:atc University at Oxford, will
lecture tonight ut s O'Clock at the
Odd Fellows Hall. Subject The
University of Mississippi and Edu-
cation" All friends of education,
the ladies especially, arc invited to
attend.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Fruit Boxes for sale by
James Priestley T. Co.

Old papers, suitable for wrap
ping, patterns, etc, can be had at
this Office at 75c per hundred, or in
smaller quantities at one cent apiece.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
RAILROAD TIMETABLE.
LOCAL MATTERS.

We shall lay before our readers
next week an account of the pro-
ceedings of the Radical Congress
sional Convention, held in our city
yesterday.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
SOrguIn Minis and EvapOratOrs
at Stadeker's.

For the best wines, liquors and
cigars, call on Mons. Louie at the
Lower Pearcc House.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

The attaches of the MAIL office
acknowledge the receipt of large
and delicious melon from the hands
of their esteemed friond Mr.. Joe
Meek. Do so again.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

John w. Garrett has opened a
barber snop west oe the Bank Sa-
loon, on Peace street. Give him a
call.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Go to Il. l.. SCATTER, merchant tailor,
south side Court Square, for good fit
and the best of gOOds. 3lo
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Try the EIectTO-VapOr BATHS,
furnished by Dr y. II. Cage to those suf-
fering with rheumatism, Neuralgia, or
any cutancous disease. Baths given from
3 to O'Clock, l.. NJ. One bath SID.
Fifteen baths $500. 7-l7-tf.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Grange Notice.

Canton Grange No. 272. p. of III. meets
at the Grange room i'll Odd Fellows Hall
OH the 3rd Saturday of every month at 10
Il. m. Members are requested to attend
all the meetings punctually. All patrons
in good standing are invited to attend our
meetings.
WIN PRIESTLEY, Master
VIM Mcbride. Sec.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Preserve your fruit by using
Mayson's Glass Fruit Jars, with porce-
lain lined top. For sale by
3-tf w. j. MOsby g. Co.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Delightful Soda Water at
Jas. PriestleX& Co.'s

W. Kendall announces himse If
as q candidate for Cotton weigher
for Madison County at the Novem-
Der election.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Fruit Boxes for sale by
JAMES PRESLEY IL Co.

Cheapest and best styles ready
made mems clothing and fine cassimercs
at the Red store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
S0rguln Mills and EvapOratOrs
at Stadeker's.

Go to w. J. Kendall and have
your measure taken for one ofthose
beautiful Philadelphia suits; or if
you prefer home manufacture, he
can fit you just as well. Try him.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Louie, al the Lower Pearce House
r.ecps tie very best OF wines, liquors and
cI0ars.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

For the best and simplest churn.
dasher apply to
A. w. STANFORD.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
COUNTY OFFICERS :

II. J. Ross, Sheriff.
ID. Pingree, Circuit Clerk.
L. s. Jeffrey, Chancery Clerk.
S. II. II. TOles, Assessor.
j.. Il. Boyd, Treasurer.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Always on time. A complete
stock of new spring goods just received
at the Red Store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Ice Cheaper than Ever! Whole
sale cts. and retail cts. per pound
j. PRIESTLEY.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

TURMIP SEED-Growth of 1873. A
arge invoice just received and for sale by
7-244w, w. j. MOSBY ~ co.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Madison County Grange No. SO, P Z

An adjourned meeting of Madison
county Grange No. 33 will be held
at the Grange room in Odd Fellows
Hall, in Canton, Miss, at 10 O'Clock
on Monday, 23rd day of August. A
full representation is desired, as
business of unusual interest will be
under consideration.
J. b. Yellowly, Master.
VIM. Pricstlcy, Sec'y.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

If you want the best and simplest churn
das.icr extant, get the Mc-Afee. Price 81,
from
If. A. W. STANFORD
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
ANNOUNCEMENT.

For the newest style mems fur hats go
to the Esed store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

More Ice and better Ice at
Turner Graves.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

For Il clean and comfortable shave go
to \. WEBER.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Carry your hides to GurEey and get
the very highest cash price. 5S-2s
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Register, see that your neigh Dor
registers, and be sure to vote.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Empty Molasses Barrels, Halcvs and
Kegs, at
aug 2l-tf j. STADEKER & son.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

For the most goods for the least money
go to the Red store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

The best of wines. liquors and cigars
at the Bank Saloon.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

S1.OO for the CANTON MAIL to
Dec. 1st.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

1000 lbs. Meat just received at
1881 S. WE'LL & Co.'S
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Our reply to Beauchanp's Buy-hogra-
ply, is crowded out this week.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Subscribe to the CANTON MAIL,
Sl-00 for the campaign.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
FOR THE SENATE.

We are authorized to announce the
name of GEO. Il. STRAIT, of Madison,
us a candidate for the Senate. Subject to
the decision of the Republican convention
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Fruit Boxes for sale by
JAMES PEIEsTLEY Il Co
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Just received, at the
RE ID TO II E,
200 pairs of the celebrated Canfiold hand
made shoes-entireIy new styles-cheap
for cash. Every pair rGI1qnted.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

For the cheapest and best styles mems
fur hats go TO the Red store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Buy your beef at LEcN BAILEY's MAR
KET. SIS
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Wool and Hides.

The finest and prettiest mems
hats are at the Red store.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

Register, Register, Register
Best Ice in town. for sale by
TURNER GRAVES.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21

ConsignmcntS of Molasses solicited by
j STA DEk ER q son.
The Canton mail. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 18??-1882, 1875-08-21
Ice, Ice for sale by
JAMES PRIEsTLEY & Co.

Ice at 3 cts. per lb. retail and D cts.
per lib. wholesale by TURNER GRAVES.