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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Canada.

OTTAWA, Feb. H. Mr.. Mills intends NOV
ing an address to His Exccllcncy for copies OF
all correspondence between the governments OF
Canada and Great Britain in reference to none.
tary compensation to be paid by the United
States to Canada under the treaty OF Washing
ton for the liberty otfshiug in Canadian waters.
Also for any correspondence on the same sub
icct between the governments Of Great Britain
and the United States communicated to His
Excelency for the Information of the Canadian
government.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
John Mitchell.

LONDON, Feb. lit is reported that John
Mitchell will refuse to take the oath of aegi-
auce. It is also said that the other Home
Rule members of Parliament will refuse to
support MIR. Mitchell because the policy be
proposes to pursue is different from heirs. At
a meeting of Electors OF County Tipperary,
ireland, resolution was adopted declaring
that in the event of Mr.. Mitches election to
Parliament being apnulled they would again
return him
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

(Rca Estate Agent and Auctoneer.
TSECU TORS SALE OF A LARGE
~ STOCK OF VALUABLE HARNESS,
w., consisting in part of Gent!emen's and La;
Harness, Cola and Silver mounted, some very
handsome large lot of Whips, Horse Collars
Riding Brides, Saddle Covers, Lap Blankets.
Glrths, Horse Brushes and Currying Combs,
Show Cases and lot Of Leather; also largo
stock of Sadders' Hardware, &c. The above
stock of goods belong to the estate of George. W.
Eve, decd, and viii be sold at public auction,
on TUESDAY, the 23d day OF February, 1872
at No. l05 King street, Alexandria, Virginia,
GStewarrs Buiding.) sale to commence at ten
o'clock a. m, and continue from day to day un-
til the entire stock is disposed Of
Terms cash on delivery.
fch 10-aots Executor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

Police REPORT. Affairs we're exceedingly
quiet at police headquarters this morning.
Mayer kemper being absent on short visit
to Petersburg, his court was presided over by
s. H. JaDpey, President of the Board Of Al
dermeu, but the only case before that court
was that Of Anthony Grant, colored, who was
the charge of stealing tobacco from the store
OF Warren l. Moore
Eight dodgers were accommodated at the
station house last night
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
TELEGRAPHIC NEWS.
ESPECIAL DISPATCHES TO THE GAZETTE
FROM WASHINGTON.
Congress-
WASHINGTON, d. c., February II.

WASHINGTON, d. c., February II.
SENATE.
The Senate occupied tho morning hour in dis
cussing resolution to publish certain reports OF
the coast survey.
At the close of the morning hour Mr.. Sar-
gesnt resumed his speech interrupted yesterday.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
The House of Representatives was engaged IN
the consideration of the new Revenue bill.
The bill was discussed at length.
Mr. Burchsrd, of H., favored striking out all
the imposts except thnt upon liquor. He urged
that as the number of persons engaged in agri-
culture was 1900, 900 while that in manufacture
did not exceed 100000, it was the duty OF tie
House to protect the agricultural interest.
The debate was continued by Mr.. Cox, Of
New York, and others.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
jump for Death.

WASHINGTON, Feb ia man jumped
from the second balustrade of the dome of the
Capitol, this evening, aud tell on the roof over
the entrance of the east front CT the building,
killing himself instantly, and scattering his
brains and blood all around the spot where his
BODY law
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

RIVER AND HARBoR IMPROVEMENTS The
river and harbor appropriation bill, reported
to the IT, s. House of Representatives, makes
the following appropriations: Wicomico river,
$4,000; Occ9quan Greek, $5,OOO Aqua Creek,
$1,000; Elk river, Nd. $4,000; mouth of
Nomiui Greek, $1,000; Rappahannock river,
$1,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Homicide.

NEW YORK, Feb. l7.-Mcbael Flaming
died last night from the effects Of Injuries re-
ceiyed at the hauds of Bernard Woods during
quarrel on board the steamship Henry
Cbancey, while on voyage to this port. Both
we're fremen on the steamship.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Missing Seanen.

LONDON, Feb. 1.-THE Captain and tbir-
teen of the crew of the ship Sydney Daeres
from San Francisco for Liverpool which was
abandoned off the SkeIlig Islands are missing.
The remainder Of the ships company have ar
rived at Vaentia
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
FhiladeIphla Election.

PHILADELPHIA, Fcb. 1.-The election yes
terday for Councils resulted in the choice of
% Republicans and Democrats to the Select,
and SIS Republicans and Is Democrats to the
Common Council 10 the Sd Ward James l..
Marshall, Democrat, was elected by twelve
plurality over Harry Hunter to fill a vacancy
10 the State Legislature, caused by the death
of VIM. Fl. Fagau.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Suicide.

New YORK. Feb. l7.--Hon. John B. Dray.
ton, ex-Presdeut Of the Jersey City Fire Com.
missiouers, committed suicide at five o'clock
this morning BY shooting.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
The Tilton-Beecl,er Case.

New YORK, Feb. l7.-Theodore TiltoD re-
sumed his place in the witness chair this moru-
log when the Court was opened and his re-
direct examination was continued by exJudge
Fullerton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Weather Probabilities.

WASHINGTON, Feb. II, I / a. %.
For the Middle States. falling barometer,
increasing southery winds, warmer, cloudy
weather with possibly rain or snow followed by
northwest winds and colder weather Wednes-
day night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

DISCS CURE FOR CONSUMPTION-At
L this time, when Coughs and Colds are go
prevalent, we would again call attention to the
above invaluable Preparation. 1t has been used
By hundreds in this vicinity since we have been
the agents for it, and it has always given great
satisfaction. Put up in large bottles at one dol.
lar, and small ones at fifty cents. The trade
supplied Mt proprietor's rates.
feb 3 JANNEY s. CO., l45 King st.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Commissioners OF Sale
Fairfax co., fcbl2-wts
VALUABLE WOOD LAND FOR SALE

VALUABLE WOOD LAND FOR SALE
Y IN FAIRFAX CODY virtue Of the de-
cree of the Circuit Court OF Fairfax county, en-
tered at February term, 1876, in the suit of }.
H Barker against j., Fl. barrow, | shsl! on
MONDAY, the 18th day of March, 1879, (court
day. in front of the door of the Court House Of
said county, SELL TO the highest bidder, at pubic
auction, ali that TRACT OR PARCEL OF
LAND belonging to the defendant, containing
2l2 acres. This land lies about three L lies
south of Burke's Station, adjoining the lands Of
Began, Murphy, &c, snd is nearly all in pines
and wood, affording fine opportunity to, those
engaged in the wood business for valuable
and profitable investment desiring to
view the property are referred to John Z. Mar
shall Esq, at the above named station:
Terms Of sale: SO much cash in hand as will
DAY the cost of suit and expenses of ssle and
the residue in three equal annual payments, &c
bear interest from the day of sale, to be secured
by the notes of the purchaser, with GOOD per-
sonal security and retention of title until th'
last payment is made. o
Commissioner of Sale.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

The EImwood collar, with all the edges fold,
ed, will bit better and wear longer than anJ
other. Prove this by trying.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Valuable Cargo.

Boston, Feb 1.-THE ship Olive reported
abandoned on Sogage from Singapore for Bos-
ton had cargo valued at $4,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

Time is money, but health is happiness: If
you have bad cold or cough, use DR.. Bull S
Cough Syrup, it will cure you. Price rs cents
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
8ECTIO~ SaLES.
CALEOF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
y NEAR LANGLEY, IN FAIRFAX CO.

SALEOF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
- NEAR LANGLEY, IN FAIRFAX CO..
Pursuant to the decree of the Circuit Court OF
Fairfax county, entered at February term, 1912,
and DEGREES before entered, in the suit of W.
Powell use Gunnelps receivers, and the same
use of Hunt and Stone vs.. M J. Worster and
others. the undersigned will on MONDAY the
18th day Of March, 1875, (court day. sell 20 the
highest bidder, st public sale, before the door OF
the Court House of said county, al the
REAL ESTATE of which the late James A.
Nelson died seized Except that allotted to his
widow as dower), containing about 100 acres,
lots, the quantity in each lot to be given at sale,
but estimated to be seventy and thirty acres re-
spcctvcly. This land lies immediately on the
Falls Bridge Turnpike, about three miles west
Of Langley and adjoins Makal and others-ls OF
good qIlslity and desirable property.
Terms CT sale: So much cash as will be re,
luiret! to pay the costs and expenses OF sale aud
the residue in three equal annual payments to
be secured by tie notes of the purchasers with
good personal security and retention Of title un-
I'll the last payment is made.
H. w. THOMAS,
THO. MOORE.
Commissioners of Sale.
Fairfax CO.. fcbl2-wts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
MELANCHOLY INCIDENT. was stated 10

MELANCHOLY lNCIDENT.-lt was stated 10
Mondays Gazette that two of Captain Shoe
makers children were inferred here that day.
They we're the only children OF their parents,
and but the week before had left here 10 the
full enjoyment of exuberant health to visit
their uncle in Mississippi AT his home they
were taken sick with the measles, died within
day of each other, and the same train that
few days before had borne them along on their
way to the sunny South-their brlgh faces
and playful dispositions the delight OF the other
passengers-b brought back their llfeless bodies
to the cold, bleak grave yard.
THE SOUTHERN MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION
held meeting last Monday night at the law
office of Mills Dean, ESQ.,. on Louisiana avenue,
in WASHINGTON, DR.. A. Y Z. Garrett 10 the
chair, and DR.. VIM. ?. Young secretary. A
set of bylaws reported by e. 2. Harmon for
the government of the association was adopted,
and board Of managers was elected as follows:
Mrs. r. p Dodge, Mrs Z. ?. Culver. Mrs Y.
Nj. Watkins, Mrs Lizzie Robinson, Mrs Gen.
NJ. D. Corse, Messrs John e. Whitehall, Mills
Dean, Major w. Anderson, Hugh Caperton
and DR.. Q. P. Culver Wash Star.
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAs. AT the last meeting
of Mechanics Lodge Of Knights of Pythias, the
Grand Chancellor of The State, q. l.. Simpson,
who was received with the grand honors OF the
order, delivered au address, IN which ne gave
the history of the order trom its origin down
10 the present time. At meeting OF Orlental
Lodge, last night, the same gentleman read
the proceedings of the last meeting OF the
Grand Lodge.
MOUNT VERNON COTTON FACToRY.--At the
term of the U. S. Circuit Court, held 10 this
city yesterday, in the case of Turnbull Il 20.
vs. A. Thomas, an order was entered directing
a resale of the Mount Vernon Cotton Factory
and appurtenaaces unless the remainder OF the
original purchase money be paid by Turnbull
& 20. within thirty days.
CHRIST CHURCH CHOIR. Another effort
will be made tonight to organize choir for
Christ Church. Professor Hymen will be re-
taioed as orgauist-a position he has hlled so
satisfactorily for the last six years-and the
other members will be selected from those who
have heretofore, at different times, sung IN the
choir.
The WEATHER. weather, today has
been bright and comparatively warm, and IN
der its influence nearly all Of The remaining
snow and some of the ice has disappeared.
The streets were consequently sloppy and some
OF the sidewalks made dangerous by the snow
and ice that was sliding at intervals from the
roots.
SUDDEN DEATH Henry Rowe, we'll known
colorcd man, who kept huckster's stall in the
market, died suddenly last night. lie was an
old resident Of the city, was highly respected,
and was one of the few coored men who had
sense enough to see through the designs Of the
Radicals at an early day and to act accordingly.
FROZEN TO DEATH-An old man living in
Prince William county, pear Burke's Station,
named Chap Steel, is reported to have been
found dead and frozen stiff in his house day
or TWO ago. He lived alone.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

T EADBEATER'S COUGH SYRUP, in
Ia walls, at 25c each, is an article of our own
make that we can recommend as beings most
desirable preparation for ordinary Coughs,
Colds, &C. We hav, bcen selling it for long
time, aud it gives general satisfactory. Also
our well known ANODYNE PICTORIAL, in
bottles, at SOC each. A full supply just prepared
ian q E. S. LEADBEATER s BRO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
Fairfax co., febl2-wts

T1EUSTEE'S SALE OF 3l7 ACRES OF
i HEAVILY TIMBERED WOOD LAND
IN ORIGINAL GROWTH-By virtue of
deed of trust executed to me on the 29th day of
March, 1873, by Harrison Freeman, trustee OF
Mrs. Frances Jackson, to secure the payment to
". Ii, HUT of three notes, one for five hundred
dollars, and the other two for fifteen hundred
March, 1873, shall, on TUESDAY, the 10th
day Of March, 1875, AT II O clock M, in front OF
the Mansion House in AieXandria, sell, at pup
lie auction, to The highest bidder, for cash, that
VALUABLE TRACT OF WOOD LAND,
lying in Fairfax county, Virginia, near the in
tersection of Pohick Rolling road and Hoes new
road to Occoquan, containing three hundred and
torty-seven acres, conveyed by VIM. d. HUT to
Harrison Freeman. trustee This Is an exceed
ing valuable tract of land OH account of the large
quantity of valuable timber on it. For further
information apply to
feb l2-ts ARTHUR HERBERT, Trustee.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

FROZEN TO DEATH An old man living in
Prince William county, pear Burke's Station,
named Chap Steel, is reported to have been
found dead and frozen stiff in his house day
or two ago. He lived alone.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
DIR &OJDS.

NOTICE-Our very large stock of DRESS
~ GOODS we want to sell out very much.
AS our assortment. IS good and we viii! make the
prices to suit the times, we hope to dispose OF
large quantity of tta2l to make way for Spring
purchases ,,,,,,co
feb 2 u. +. Will Mbh w.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

RIVER NEws.-The ice embargo still cou-
tinues, and with but little prospect Of its being
removed at ap early date. AS low down rs
Arkindalc, aud as far below that point as the
eye could reach through telescope, it was, as
late as yesterday afternoon, frozen entirely
across; and probably so as low down as Black
'stone's Island. AT this point the ice bridge
remains sufficiently strong for loaded carts and
Wagons, pulled, however, by men, to pass and
repa>s over II with impunity. Two ice boats
frames 90 runners and equipped with sails
were out this morning, aud propelled by the
bre 70 then blowing, sped along with the rapid
lty OF locomotive. The surface of the river
is continually dotted with persons skating and
walking, aud yesterday afternoon party of
ladies and gentlemen from Washington skated
here, some of whom returned the same way,
while the others went back by the A. & w.
r. L.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

FOR RENT-The story BRlCh
E DWELLING No. 10 Prince street, now
occunied by MIR. John Hawxhurst. Possession
given December g. Apply to VIM. ARNoLD
or JOHN a. FIELD. dec II:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

SUDDEN DEATH Henry Rowe, we'll known
colored man, who kept huckster's stall in the
market, died suddenly last night, He was an
old resident Of the city, was highly respected,
and was one of the few colored men who had
sense enough to see through the designs OF the
Radicals at an early day and to act accordingly.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
GO AND CONSULT
MADAME FLORENCE,

THE WONDERFUL SEER AND CLAIR
VOYANT.
She is the seventh daughter of the seventh
daughter. She can be consulted ut No. "a Duke
street, between Lee and Fairfax: Gives ADVICE
in all business matters, telling how to recover
lost or stolen property tells of lovers and even
tells the name of the person you are to marry
Fee ST. All letters answered promptly by en-
closing 81 and stamp. Hours from .. m n to ~
%. m, lSu
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
feb 10-eots ca

CERGEANTS SALE-By virtue of execu-
y tons directed and delivered to me, have
levied on the GROCERIES, etc, nj the store Of
George l.. Seaton & Bro, No. l79 King street,
and will expose the same at public auction on
FRIDAY, the 18th day OF February, 1872 At IL
feb Scots J. VI. STEUART, late City Sergt.
PURSUANCE or A DEED OF TRUST
4 executed on the 24th day of December, 1873,
BY w. B. Sweeton to me, will sell al, at pGbIie
auction, in Warrcnton, on the SIXTH DA1
or MARCH, 1875, tract OF 1876 acres of VAL
UABLE LAND; Iying near Thoroughiaro Sta
ton in Prince William county, the former res
idence of Major Robcr! +: Mason, but now
owned by SAID Sweeton. The improgTrcmcInt t:
are excellent, consisting of a COMFORTABLE
DWELLING and ouibuildngs.
Terms OF Sale: Cash enough to pay the bond
OF said Sweeten for 81, 39j W., with interest from
December %, 1879 and the residue divided INTO
three equal instruments payable IN one, two and
:hree years from day OF sale, with interest," I'M
less other terms are desired ty said Sweeton
VILLA NJ Il. Pa iNE.
Prince William CO. feb l-cOts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

The WEATHER. weather, to-day, has
been bright and comparatively warm, and un-
der its influence nearly all Of The remaining
snow and some of the ice has disappeared.
The streets were consequently sloppy, and some
of the sidewalks made dangerous by the snow
and ice that was sliding at intervals from the
roofs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

CHRIST CHURCH CHOIR. Another effort
will be made tonight to organize choir for
Christ Church. Professor Hymen will be re-
tAioed as orgauist-a position ne has hlled so
satisfactorily for the last six years-and the
other members will be selected from those who
have heretofore, at different times, sung in the
.h,r
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

~OMMISSIONERS SALE OF LAND
" Pursuant to the DEGREES orthe Circuit Court
of Fairfax county, entered November tie term, n;
Ofutt vs.. Oiutr, / shall Oh the 10Th DAY OF
MARCH ensuing court day in front of the
door of Fairfax Court House, sell to the highest
bidder at public sale, al that T dat; OF OF
Ian ID of which the late William Olutt, died
.nizpd containing 2l2 acres. This land lies two
and a half miles south Of Fairfax Station, and
adioius the lands of the late G. A. Arundel and
others, is without improvements, but is deslra-
ole for its wood. posts and trees 1t will besolc
in parcels if desired. -,
Terms of sale So much cash in hand as will
be necessary to pay the costs Of suit and eA-
pen:es of sale and the residue in three equal an
nusl payments to besr Interest from inc d"y OF
sale and to be secured by the notes OF the pur-
CHI. ser with good personal security and retcn-
ton OF title until the last payment is made.
RF. BKOADW AFTER,
Commissioner of Sale
:rc,S utc
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

q. FOR RENT-The WHARF and WARE
E HOUSE recently occupied by B. d. LAM
bert. Rent low. Apply to
E.J MILLER, Ex'r.,
jan slim 6o klng streeL.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

NO. iii KING STREET,.
Black Gro. Grain Silk, at $l.25, Sl.50 SLID,
$500 and 81 SO. ,o,,
Irish Poplins, at SIC, $1.00, 81. u and Sl23.
Pure Mohair Alpacas, worth 75c, at 5oc.
Best Alpacas, worth soc at 37tc
Best Alpscas, worth 37ic, at 2'c.
All-wool Csshmeres, worth Toe, at 6Uc. 40
Beautiful line Of Waterproofa, Ut SAC, Sl.oo'
SLIP and Sl.25.
Immense stock of Csmels, Serges, Diagonals'
&C., sc.
Black Cashmercs, Merinos, Bombszine Tam
ises and Drap d. Etc specially.
Cashmere for Men and Boys, from 4Oc up
Largo assortment Of Ladies' and Gents Un-
&erWeAr.
Ladies Merino Vests, worth ST., st G2!c.
!: Gents Undershirts, worth 75c, at SOC.
All-woo Blankets, worth S., at So.
Best yard-wide Bleached Cottons q: l2ic. ),
Shawls-India, Paisley, Broche, Merlno and
Atwood fancy.
Ladies' and Misses Furs at less than actual
value.
Great variety of Ladies' Scarfs, big stock, OF
Notions, sc. Our stock is large and complete
IN all lis branches. Call and convince your
selves. dec 10
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
FOR &ALE OR RENT.

"a FOR SALE OR RENT-The LARGE
THREE.STORY BRICK HOUSE, cover
ed with slate, on the east side of Royal street.
between Prince and Duke, now occupied by
Rev DR.. Mitchell. For terms apply TO
ian 13tf CHAS K. HOOFF.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

A PPLE Peach and Ounce Butter at cost,
"A put up nicely in tin buckets for family USE.
Something delicious For sale at l47 King st.
feb6 w. F. BROOKES.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

EISH-Smoked Bloaters, Cod Fish, Labrador
Z He-rings, and Nos. l, 2 and Mackerel
ian 81 DAVY s. HARMON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

COMPRESSED CAMPHORl
~ COMPRESSED CAMPHORl
Call and examine.
feb 5 HENRY COOK 81 %.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

COUSED PIGS FEET and PENNSYLVA.
- Ella APPLE BUTTER received this day
and for sale by
jan q DAV4 q HARMON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17
NV F. a. Kerby.

Fairfax co., fcb12-wts
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1875-02-17

CTONE WALL-5O barrels STONEWALL
y FAMILY FLOUR received this day and
for sale by DELAPLANE s. FoWLE,
ian 80 q King street.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1875-02-17
MAKING AND UNMAKING COURTS.

One of the charges which the Demo-
Gratis lay at Governor Kellogg's door is
that he has persuaded the Legislature to
abolish courts. and create others in which
he may find high and responsible posi-
tons for his frier DIS. The charge against
the Governor is untrue of course, as the
mendacious partisan who coined the false
hood probably knew. There have been
but three district courts created by law in
the parish of Orleans since the adoption
of the constitution. One of these, the
Eighth, was made in 1870, when War
moth was Governor; the second was
the Superior Court, the act creating
which abolished the Seventh and
Eighth Courts, and was approved in
December, 1872, by acting Governor
Pinchback. The judge was also appointed
by him. The Superior Criminal Court is
the only tribunal which has been created
since Governor Kellogg was inaugurated.
The plan for erecting this tribunal has
been under consideration for many years.
The members Of the bar have urged it
from time to time, not in the interests of
party, but of public justice. It seemed
to be demanded by the best intelligence
in the city, and the Legislature of 1873
finally passed the necessary law.
At present there is no exigency which
can be reasonably urged as an excuse for