davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24
on the part Of the Governor warrants neglect
Of duty on the part of the Mayor


The UncoIOred TrUth About Louisiana.
The interesting letter Of Mr.. Nordhof
which we print this morning conveys clear
idea of tho present politics of the misgoyerned
State from which he writes. The GOODNESS
of Mr.. Nordhotfs temper his practised
powers of observation and his conscientious
fidelity qualify him for disentangling the
truth from the conflicting statements OF
partisans, and the public will be glad TO get
at last an intelligent and trustworthy descrip-
ton of the present state of affairs in Louisiana
bya writer who observes them from the stand
point of truth without any party bias He
portrays the actors, sets forth the motives
and recites the facts, exaggenting nothing.
extenuating nothing, but representing all with
the faithfulness of photograph We have
the characters Of Wilt, Kellogg, Packard and
the other active politicians sketched with
fairness and discrimination. accompanied
with q portrayal of the parties or factions
they control.
Among the many instructive facts presented
by MIR. Nordhoff we will notice only one. 1t
relates the gross inaccuracy OF the federal
census Of that State in 1870 which made tho
number Of white males of the age of twenty
one years and upward and the number of col
ored males Of the voting age nearly equal the
difference, as represented in that census, be-
ing only few hundred; whereas, in point
of fact, the real difference could not have
been less than ten thousand. This correction
is Of great Importance The chief argument
employed, both in Louisiana and in Congress,
in support Of the fraudulent conclusions of
successive returning boards has always been
based on the census report that the number
OF white aud black voters is about equal. As
tire negroes acted almost unanimously with
the republican party it was commended, with
specous plausibility, that they had been pre-
vented from voting by White League terrorism
when great discrepancies were found to exist
between the actual election returns and the
figures Of the census. The whole strength of
the Kellogg argument has consisted in this
plausible inference from the census Of 1870.
But this line Of reasoning is exploded by the
fact that the Louisiana census was erroneous.
1t was taken in June, hot month in that
climate, when large portion of the white
inhabitants are absent from the State where
as all the blacks remained at home, hot
weather being congenial to the negro constr
tuition and the negroes being too poor to seek
relief from summer heats and diseases III
cooler latltudes. This fact clears up SO many
difficulties that we single it out for particular
mention. The whole letter abounds with facts
equally pertinent and enlightening although
no other one dissipates SO many misconcep
tions.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

The Spanish residents Of this city will to
day hold a religious memorial service in
honor Of the great Ceramics, the author OF
sDon Quixote." Among the famous men Of a
great age this romance writer stands boldly
forth as the literary and intellectual rival Of
Shakespeare. His profound knowledge Of
human nature, combined with wonderful
satiric power, has made him famous through
out the whole civilized world. Perhaps
no writer that has ever lived has
been so generally read or univer-
sally admired, and it is certain that
so long as any shreds Of our present
civilization exist his story Of the Knight Of
La Mancha will endure. II is pleasing evil
dence Of the sympathy Of the Spanish race
with the higher mental efforts of the human
mind TO find them honoring the memory Of a
great literary man at time when their coun-
try is torn by civil discussions and rebellion
threatens to destroy the integrity Of their
empire. 1t is o curious illustration Of the
power Of the pen over the sword, for while
the great captains are forgotten the writer
lives, as powerful for good now as when be
welded his pen, and growing stronger as the
world grows older.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

before we can hope for thorough reform.
The Commissioners do not now dare TO do
their duty. The present Board have delib-
erately declared their conviction that many Of
the captains have been in the habit Of re-
ceiying hush money from gamblers and other
law-breakers; yet, instead of Diminishing such
corrupt officers from the force, they have
simply shifted them from one precinct to
another. The Board have by their official
action branded certain detectives as
the paid allies of thieves; yet
they have been willing TO compromise
with these detectives by putting them
on post duty. Charges of levying blackmail
are made against officers of the force. When
the time for trial arrives the compliments do
not appear and are not to be found. No per-
son but the accused officers can have any in
terest in bribing or terrifying the accusers to
prevent their appearance yet the Commits
sioners quietly pass over the matter. The
political influence behind the officers and
men paralyzes the commission and keeps the
force filed with disrcputable characters
These are notorious facts, and so long as tho
Police Department remains under the control
of the politicians we can expect no substan-
taatial and permanent improvement. We
may easily have more capable commission,
and under new heads we may secure some
changes for the better. But if we desire the
real protection OF the people, if we wish
that the force shall not continue to be terror
to peaceable citizens if we are anxious that
the laws shall be enforced, that crime shall
be punished and that life and property shall
be safe, the reform must go deeper than
mere displacement Of obscure and incapable
Commissioners. The best force we ever had
was that under the Metropolitan Police law,
faith non-partisan before we can hope to have
as good a one again.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

A WoED TO THE MAYoR.-Mayor WicEHam
will probably take notice that another build
ing fell in this city yesterday. Only one man
was killed, but three others who we're on the
point Of entering the building would have
doubtless shared the same fate if they had
arrived few seconds sooner. The deceased,
like the victims Of the Duane street calamity,
was not Of the silk-stoclung democracy. lie
belonged to the "brogans." Nevertheless life
was no doubt sweet to him, and if we had
an efficient superintendent of Buildings he
might have been alive to-day. And 90 might
I'll the poor creatures who met their death in
81. Andrews church. Probably this will re-
mind Mayor Wickham that charges Of criminal
neglect Of duty are pending against the Super
intendent Of Buildings Why are they not
tried2 Is il true that the Superintendent
finds special favor ia the Mayors officer Or
does the Mayor suppose that neglect Of duty
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

ing trapeze people in distress. This is not the
way TO remain in q Cabinet. Somehow,
when the silent Ulysses wants portfolio no
Cabinet new tone the country will commend
him, but in that case he must not pause with
Delano and Williams. If it really is a new
departure he must make it more striking and
commendable.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THE BUExEG on THREE STEAMERS at New
Orleans yesterday is a startling calamity, in
nsmuch a. il i supposed that about fifty lives
were lost, either By drowning or burning. The
details Of the disaster at present known seem
10 indicate that heroic endeavors we're made
70 save az many as possible.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THE trial OF the Guicowar of Baroda, an In
dian prince under the dominion of the Queen,
on the charge Of having attempted to poison
an English officer, came to an end recently.
The commission did not agree upon verdict
A proclamation from the Viceroy, however,
removes the Guicowar from his sovereignty.
Another member Of his family Will be nomi-
mated to the throne.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

WHEN the HERALD spoke Of the Tichbome
trial a. likely t. become q important an event
IN English history as the diamond necklace IN
the French Revolution the London journals
Knocked our Judgment But when the despised,
rejected and disbarred Kencaly IS returned to
Parliament and when he comes down TO the
House Of Commons to assail the Bench, fol-
lowed by thousands, a. he did yesterday, it
looks serious IT. Kenealy may be supported
by mob. after all but what is mob when
we come to resolve il down to its constituent
elements as part Of society,"
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THE National Board Of Underwriters held
meeting yesterday. There was an interest
ing report read on fires caused BY the use or
matches This is q question that shodld be
considered in every family
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THE lingering winter brings trouble on sea
and land. We have stories Of enormous ice
fields in the North Atlantic Ocean The phe-
nomenon il unusual and interesting.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

The BEEcHER TRIAL has become question
Of classics. There was Latin despatch from
Mr.. Redpath 50 vulgar and absurd that AIr.
Bergh, who, as President Of the Society for the
Prevention Of Cruelty 70 Animals, must take
cognizance Of it. Dog Latin should make il
a cause for action. Mr.. Fullerton has With
drawn from the scene to . series Of regenerat-
ing Turkish baths, while BIr Beach and Mr..
Evarts are said TO be in training under the
discipline Of the men who trained Mr. Nor.
rissey and Mr.. Keenan,. The trial however,
has fallen dead.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THE State Senate Committee on Cheap
Transportation met yesterday There was
little done beyond general conversation.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

WALL STREET YESTERDAY Several Of the
Money was easy At = a 3 per cent on call, and
gold closed At III. Foreign exchange was
steady
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

ing On the relations between Germany and
Belgium.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

The Removal biz has passed the Senate
Its prospects Of passing the House are not
encouraging.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

From our reports his morning 1,e probabilities
are hat ~ ueat.sy to-day cA 5e Waruer aud
el0t1dfI
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24
TRIPLE S HEE L.

EEW YORK. SATURDAY, APRIL "a. 1875.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

VOLUME ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. III
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24
AMUSEHEgTS THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING.

wALLACK'S THEATRE,
Broadway ROAD TO RUIN, aus +. II closes AZ ~ -
r, M. Mr.. Montague Miss JeIreys-L ewts Matinee a.
IN -
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

COLOSSEUM,
Broadway ana Thrty-ourth street Paris BY NIGHT.
Two exhibitions daily, at 4. Al. ana X a.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24
NEW YORK HERALD

NEW YORK HERALD
BROADWAY AND ANN STREET.
JAMES GORDON BENNETT,
rRoPRIEToe
NOTICE. TO SUBSCRIBERS On and
alter January ], 1875, the daily and weekly
editions q the NEw York HERALD win be
cent hee = postage.
THE DAILY HERALD. published evzy
day j. ae year, -Four cents per copy. An
nual subscription price sis.
An business Or news letters and Geographic
despatchcs must be addressed NEW YORK
HERALD.
Rejected communications vii not be re-
turned
Letters and packages should be properly
sealed.
LONDON OFFICE OF THE NEW YORK
HERALD-No. 46 FLEET STREET.
PARIS OFFICE-NO. RUE SCRIBE.
Subscriptions and advertisements viii be
received and forwarded on the same terms
as in New York
VOIIINR .........NO III
=---=-
AAuSEAEgTS THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING
wALLAcK,s. THEATRE nn
PA Mr. Montague Mss Jeareys-Lew's Matinee a.
r,,-. o ,oass I,IJst p,e1sRy yroHr
Two ex6ibiaons daily, at 4. N. ana 4 NJ
BowERY OPERA HOUSE.
No. eOi Bowery.-yARIETY. as 7. al; closes a. oa5
WOODS MUSEUM.
KAY AS Il n; closes al ioIs r NJ Matinee At Il X
20 5li aroadway..yARIETY atSr- NJ closes a. 10 As
A. NJ. MAInee at2P N.
METROPOLITAN MUSEUM or Art.
West gourseea1 stTest-opsn from 10 4. 81 toSP.M
BROOKLYN PARK THEATRE
Fulton aveuue-yARIETY, al 4 n. closes a. 10 IS
\. NJ Matinee al 2 r. NJ.
ROBINSON HAIL
Sixteenth street, near NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS., a.
IN. Matinee at2P.h-
GERNdtSIA THEATRE,
closes At i - +. NJ Miss Lima Mayr
OLYMPIC rHEATRR
r ~ Matinee at T. NJ.
FIFTH AVENUE THEATRE
Tweny esete ,,reet and BT0ed way-ih ~ BIG 20
Lewis, Miss Davenport Mrs Gilbert Matinee ~ 1 ~
PARK THEATRE
i ErSsfv ST. A Mayo Matinee Il n 81 + ''0'
Rover, rorS EST ZEE T TaaAgfE EIGHTY DAYS
~ 4 "A Matinee a. 4 ~ T. N.
GRAND OPERA HOUSE.
i. NJ closes i - J. II. 'Saance a ~ & NJ iii
BoorHs THEATRE.
s%Y q Y M ac.e rst 4 AZ S''9 A. E9sa
aaanes !, i 80 r. II.
LYCErM THEATRE.
Fourteenth street. sixth avenue.-LA J0LIE PAR
hUakUsE 4 = A. Nile Aimse. Ma'Inee A. lsso
ACADEMY Of MUSIC .,.
Iogrisenth stree5 sgd Irving Viaee--PHIruAEMoSIc
san FRANCISCO MTNSrRELs
NISsfRsisr. a r n; closes a i 4 u Matinee i
TTv0u EATRE.
Tlsh;a street between second I, iad rhlra avenues
Mrs.. covwAT's BROOKLYN THEATRE
TIE TWO ORPHANS, ats Z. n. closes AZ 0:i5 r ".
Matinee e. /. y.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

BOWERY OPERA HOUSE,
,wery VARIETY, NJ L. a. closes az 10 rs
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

TIE HUNDRED THOUSAND people interested
in public travel will be glad to know that
there IS a new ship called the City Of Berlin,
which will do many things On the summer
Sea. We print description from our Liver
pool CORRESPONDENT.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

WOODS MUSEUM.
Broadway corner Of Thirteth sresL-DONALD Nc
KAY AZ 4. A. closes Al l0:45 r H. Matinee at II ~.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

THEATRE COMlQUE,
No 5Ii MISUNDERSTANDING at5 4. NJ. closes at 10 rs
u. N. MaInee at2P. NJ
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

NOTICE. TO SUBSCRIBERS On and
after January ], 1875, the daily and weekly
editions Of the NEw York HERALD win be
sent Iec u postage
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

METROPOLITAN MUSEUM or Art,
West Fourteeath streeL-Open from 10 A. h. 70 +. "
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

ROBINSON HALL
Sixteenth street, near Observation-Disclosures, AZ
r. Nj. Matinee at r. NJ
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

BROOKLYN PARK THEATRE
Fulton avpuue.-YARIETf, at 6 II NJ. closes a. 10 Il.
i. ~ Matinee at r. NJ
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

GERMANIA THEATRE
Fourteenth streCL-GIROFLt- GI OLA, At r. NJ
closes at a. 40 T. NJ. Miss Lima Mayr
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-04-24

LONDON OFFICE OF THE NEW YORK
HERALD-NO. 46 FLEET STREET.
PARIS OFFICE-NO. RUE SCRIBE.
Subscriptions and advertisements viii be
received and forwarded on the same terms
as in New York.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-02-20
RAPID TRANSIT.
THE 'LooP LINES" OF RALwAY-wHAT THEY
ARE IN CONCEPTION.

THE 'LooP LINES" OF RAILwAY-wHAr THEY
ARE IN CONCEPTION.
Perhaps most OF The readers OF the synopsis OF
the report OF the Civil Engineers Committee,
winch was published IN the HERALD yesterday,
were puzzled oy the term "Ioop lines.n and the
reference TO them as the means by which rapid
transit could be certainly secured. AS the report
itself does not clearly explain the meaning
OF the term, it Is proper to herein
briefly convey the necessary information.
The committee was Certainly correct IN
implying tnat, however many railways may be
Quilt in New York, rapid transit. in its extreme
sense, will not he secured until ''loop lines" are
established. Yet 1t Is somewhat premature TO dis
cuss their construction before main or trunk rail-
ways Tor rapid transit OF passengers up and down
town are built. When these are in operation, Oh
either side OF the city, the conception OF loop
lines" may be carried into effect The Committee
% o ,ss a n not v,s to
pncare subject OF rapid transit; Their
mere reference to IL has, however caused an IN
curry which will perhaps be satisfied oy the lo-
lowing explanation The 'l0Op Ines" s0-ca!led.
are merely to oe transverse rapid transit ran !.
ways, passing through several oil the cross streets
and connecting the lateral railways diagram
illustrating them would have the appearance OF
two awKwardly made figures Of eight placed one
above ne other. Tney are expected TO be Jour In
number 1.-The first to pass through Fourteenth
street, the second through Fifty -ninth street,
third 10 make equal division OF the city be-
tween that street aud the Harlem River
and the fourth along the Harlem River.
Thus there would be made series OF loops, or,
more properly speaking, rectangles, rom points
on the side OF which passengers might be readily
transported to localities on the oIher SIDES. by
this means much OF the time wDicn would be lost
by people In walking from one side OF the city to
the other in order TO take the cars on the lateral
railway would be saved. There are many other
advantages that would result from the est absh-
ment OF the ''loop lines" They will be spoken
of at another Time. The project VIII con-
tinue to be an idea merely, Ior years
yet and long alter lateral rapid transit rail-
ways are IN operation. Yet 1t Will be some time
be ore they can be carried INTO effect for tune IN
creases more rapidly In value tnan any thing else
in New York.
The members OF the Rapid Transit Committee OF
the Board OF Aldermen held an executive session
Tor the purpose OF consultation upon the substance
OF their forthcoming report. They did not come
to a decision, however, and will meet again on
Tuesday next.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-02-20
N EW JERSEY.

James Hunt pleaded not guilty yesterday in the
Indictment Tor homicide, and was baied In the
sum OF $4,000 TO appear ior trial.
The Metuchen murder trial was concluded yes
terday IN the Court OF oyer and Termner at New
Brunswick. but up to a late hour last evening the
jury had not agreed upon verdict.
The lake in the ScnuetZen Park at Union Hill
has proved an abundant source OF ice. 1t is esti
mated that more than $1,000 viii be realized rom
the crop. The article now obtained Is nearly two
feet tnIck.
George Wadlir and his brother Thomas stoned
a young girl named Margaret Driscol, in Hoboken
yesterday, and threatened shoot her mother.
Warrants were issued Tor the arrest OF the des-
peradOes.
Henry Cherry, an inmate or the Penitentiary at
Snake Hill, who escaped on Thursday, was cap
tured yesterday and lodged IN his cell. The man.
agement oil the PenItentary will be made sub
ject OF discussion at the next meeting oil the
Board OF Chosen freeh0lders.
The Freeholders' frauds In Hudson county have
come at last before the courts. John II. Garrett
son and Joseph Black were arraigned yesterday
on an Indictment for conspiracy TO defraud the
county. lhey pleaded not guilty, ana were adj
mltteo 10 ban In the sum OF $500 each.
Many OF the locomotives on the Delaware,
LackawaDna and Western Railroad have been sim
guariy damaged during the past few days. The
connecting rods OF several OF them nave snapped
on, all In similar manner, without apy ai,-
parent canse. making some delay for the passen-
gers a relief train sent from Hobokcn lafe on
THURSDAY bignt also broke down near Port Motifs.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-02-20
LONG ISLAND.

Michael Small. who was fatally injured by o train
on the Long Island Railroad Tuesday last, died in
Long Island CITY yesterday.
Pnilip Burnop OF Dutch Kills, who cut his throat
Thursday morning with table knife while insane,
died yesterday morning rom the effects.
Thomas CROKER. OF Hampstead, who attempted
suicide on Wednesday last by shooting, VIII not
recover. He was intoxicated at the time.
Navigation along NewtOwn Creek is stu sus-
pended, there being about nine inches OF ice on
the water at the present time. OH barges and
lighters and tugs used by the different manufac-
turers along the creek are frozen up az various
points.
gentleman Of Sag Harbor. who had missed
considerable wood from his pile, adopted novel
but effective plan for detecting The thief. lie
bored holes In a number OF the sticks and loaded
them with small charges OF powder, plugging
the holes carefully. The next morning. IN rouse
not far distant, while the family were getting
ready Tor breakfast, there was slight eXplOs ION
In The stove, which hired tue front lids and cross.
piece ana upset The teakette. Everybody was
frightened but the wood merchant. No more
wood has been missed from that pile.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1875-02-20
NEW YORK CITY.

The students Of the Cooper Union Will com.
memorate the Birthday OF George Washington
this evening, at eight O'Clock, IN the great hall OF
the Union.
The central officers and city delegates Of the
Metropolitan Catholic Temperance Union leave
for Newourg sunday morning at eight O'Clock, by
the Erie road. loot OF Chambers street.
The difficulties existing among certain insurance
companies belonging to the New York Board Of
Fire Underwriters were amicably settled at o
meeting o. the Board held yesterday by deduc-
ton OF rates upon certain classes Of hazard.
Burglars broke into the store or Francis Joseph,
No. 90 Duane street, last Tuesday night and carried
Off 5000 worth OF clothing. Yesterday the police
found he property IN the Thirteenth precinct and
arrested the parties IN whose custody IL was.
special meeting OF the Tammany Society, or
Columbian Order, was held last evening In the
building in Fourteenth street. About thirty new
members were initiated into the order, among
whom were eX-Judge William A. Beach and Judge
Quinn.
At a meeting OF the Liberal Republican Associa.
ton Of the Eighteenth Assembly district, held last
evening at No. 293 Third avenue, the following
named officers were elected :-Presldent, William
Atkinson; Vice President, John Gibson; Secre-
tary, John Little; treasurer, William Wheeler |;
General Commlttee-Samnel G. Classy. John Glib
A. Foster, Thomas Paterson. E. II. Jenny and
Richard Kelly. Twenty-Five members o. the Ex
ecutlve Committee were also elected.
On the 18th day oil December, 1874, there was a
sale OF property for unpaid assessments CON-
menced Tor the benefit OF the city. The amount Of
these assessments made prior to the year 1874,
was about ST., 200. 000 upon 10, 900 lots and build
ings IN this city. More than One-nalf OF TINS
amount was pad prior TO the sale, and large
portion OF the balance has also been since real
lZed. The owners are redeeming their property
IRON time to time, they having the right to DO
80 Tor period OF TWO years after the sale.