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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1876-04-12

Easter, next Sunday.

Easter, next Sunday.
The Board of Education will
meet tonight.
This is the week we want money,
and lots of it.
Splendid sugar weather this.
Warm days aud freezing nights.
II. Knoch, of the firm of A. An
spach & Co., has gone east for new
goods.
Don't forget the flreman's meet
ing at the Council room Friday
evening.
Every day teams with supplies
are going up the river, preparatory
to commencing the drive.
Robert Mooney has opened a
cigar and tobacco department in
connection with his barber shop.
The ice in the bay is quite firm
yet, and it would be impossible for
boat to pass through it at pre-
sent.
The steamer Marine City is to
leave Detroit for Alpena to day, and
the Wenona is to start on Saturday
night.
Sleigbing is getting pretty we'll
demoralized, and once more wo
welcome the rumbling of wheels
upon our streets.
All sorts Of rumors about boats
nowadays, but we don't believe a
boat can get into this port for a
week to come, If it can then.
We understand that prepare
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
SHIPWRECK.

rHE LOSS OF THE BARK ISLAND BELLE
STRANGE AND SAD FACTS DEVELOPED BY
THE ENGLISH INVESTIGATION.
LONDON, Jan. IA, 1876.
The EveHin1 Echo states that strange dscos-
made at the Board OF Trade inquiry at Bdde
;ord to-day concerning the loss OF the British bark
Island Belle, which occurred at Bude In the Bristol
Channel. on the 2lst OF December last
SAILING OUT OF PoRr-THE COMMANDER AND CREW.
The Island Belle sailed from Wilmington. N. G. IN
the 10th Of November for Bristol manned by seven
hands, including the Captain Francis Hewett who
ictcd also as supcrcargo.
Only Of the seamen could steer the vessel and he
put irons during half the voyage for threatening
he officers
CONSIGNED DEEr.
The second mate, aman named Lewis, was III on the
18th OF December but compelled to work until no
ell exhausted. Then the Captain kicked him vio-
emily. He died few hours, having received no
medicine
He buried at on the next day
GOING on SHORE
Al eight O'Clock the evening the vessel was
running direct for the shore and efficient
we're taken TO keep her on
Captain Hewett denied having kicked Lewis, but the
;apaln's counsel compelled abandon portion
Hthe evdence untrue.
The case Is not yet concluded.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
OAKEY HALLS BENEFIT.

To THE EDIToR THE HERALD-
cannot refrain from expressing my admiration for
that perfection Of letter written by Mr. Stephen Fske
and published In the columns OF the HERALDa days
ago. II was a most just criticism by enthusiastic
lover Of art and finished dramatic critic am sure all
lovers OF art will ndorse his fine perception and deli
profession by Mayor Hall by being the guest
OF The profession tor so brief time" had not the
pleasure OF seeing Mr.. Hall in his play OF Crucibc,"
because like many Others was thoroughly disgusted
with the miserable management Of the Seen
tennal manager" and regret 10 say that
so far did injustice 10 Mr. Hall as
TO hold hun In part responsible for the outrageous
ticket trckery practised upon the public. am sure
there hundreds this city who held the same
opinion and who would gladly avail themselves OF tho
opportunity which Mr. Fsko suggests of Witnessing or
taking part the complimentary benefit TO Mr.. Hall
As evidence OF the sentiment Ia which Mr.. Fiskc's
suggestion held by professionals in general venture
TO repeat remark which heard uttered by Mr. john
Matthews an admirable actor and thorough gentleman
and good fellow" | asked him what he thought OF
Mr.. Fisko's letter. the proposed benefit &c, &c.
''Splendid, by gadi | would deem II an honor TO
have the opportunity TO carry chair or a table or
to pull up carpet or put one downanyhng, by CAD
al such testimonial" "
Believing this 20 be a sample Of the estimation In
which Mr.. Hall held by the dramatic profession and
tho public IN general always ting thai mean sneak
who hssed the closing performance, have the honor
10 be- very sincerely yours, T. T.. N.
YORK Jan. II. 1875
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC NOTES.

Mr. Fl. d. Palmer. manager, sails for Europe to-day
per steamship Adratic
The New York Philharmonic Society had public
rehearsal at tho Academy OF Music yesterday which
rather poorly attended
The New York Quartet, consisting Of Messrs Mol
lenhauer, Schwarz Matzka and Bergner give their
third concert at Chickering Hall to-day.
The first and last of the immortal nine symphonies
of Beethoven will be the features of the next sym.
phony concert OF Theodore Thomas steinway Hall
Mr.. J. H. Mapeson, manager Of Her Majesty's Opera
London arrived, per steamship Java yesterday with
some Of the members of the Ttens Italian Opera CON-
pany.
The last public rehearsal Of the Brooklyn Phlhar-
monic Society took place yesterday before crowded
house, the soloists being Miss Emma Thursby and
Senior Josef White
The alumni of the Senior Glass OF Yale College, 100
in number will visit Booths Theatre Saturday,
January % Many Of the pupils OF the Normal College
were present last evening
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
A GRAND NAVAL DRILL

The general rendezvous OF all the available menof
OF the navy at Port Royal, s. c., is to be taken
advantage Of by tho department TO institute
naval drills and evolutions OF every description,
whether a occurs not Commodore Foxhall
Parker, tho acknowledged expert in all affairs con-
cernng squadron and fleet drill has been detailed TO
specially act chief of staff of the Rear Admiral
commanding and to have immediate control or the
movements OF the squadron while at Port Royal II is
understood that all the tactical evoutons and move
mcnts OF n squadron will bo undertaken In the capa
small gun exercises will be performed; boat service
will be illustrated, and in word all the details OF ac-
tive exercises on board OF man of war will be thor
oughly exemplined. large number OF monitors will
doubtless be present TO exhibit that phase OF naval
warfare, and all the new torpedo operations Will be
practically displayed The occasion promises be
of particular interest," not only to the itself
but 10 the nation.
PORT ROYALS ADVANTAGES
The squadron or fleet which viii assemble in Port
Royal Will rival In strength ana efficiency, If II does
not exceed the famous fleet that captured the place
under the late Rear Admiral Dupont that greater
one which demolished the defences Of Wilmington
der Admiral Porter.
The capacious harbor of Port Royal is particularly
adapted TO precisely such 1t Is deep. wide
and roOmy, and has abundance OF water for the
movements OF the heaviest rigatcs Landlocked at
least well protected from almost every wind place
could be selected which could better n all the demands
OF the occasion There is nothing ashore Jack
and divert him from the duties OF his position. Tho
and beggary array OF shanties takes It's place.
So, for disciplinary as well for other more moral OBJ
jects Port Royal Is just the place for general rendez-
vous, not TO speak OF its proximity to Cuba.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
ADJUSTMENTS.
1YoEuM rHEArRR-'LE DEM1-MoNpr.

LYCEUM THEATRR-''LE DEMI-MoNDE."
The popular treasurer OF this theatre, Mr.. Fritz
Hrschy, had benefit last night the large attendance
being ncontesable guarantee Of the popularity Of
the btnedcidre. The play, "Le Demi-monde, Is of
the earliest and best of the younger Dumas works
and Notwithstanding its name is free from OBJ
jectonable than the majority Of French plays
of the modern school, Juignets company presented II
in this city many years ago with NJ. Faye and NJ and
Nine. Larmet in the principal parts. 1t was enacted
in the most admirable manner last night by the very
excellent company at present engaged at the Lyceum
Theatre. NJ d'Abcrt Olivier de Jalin NJ. Veniat az
De Maniac, NJ Gcnnetier as Hippolyte, Nine Juliete
Clarence the Baroness, Nine. Renard the Wis.,
countess, and Nine Gueymard Valentine de
Saints left nothing TO be desired in their artistic i'm
presentations. Tho comedy will be given this
evening, and Monday the charming play 'Ies
Domcstiqucs" will be represented for the last time.
There is Wailack-hke finish and at-hOmcncss about
this company that renders every play intrusted 10
their Interpretation source of delight and pleasure
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
CUBA AND HAYTI.

SPANISH PRESENT TO PRESIDENT DOMINIQUE
A FIRST EFFECr-THE EXPEDITION OF
CUBAN AGENT.
HAVANA, Jan. II, 1875
letter from Port Prince dated January says:-
The Spanish war steamer Churruca has arrived hero
with the horses and decorations sent to President
Dominique by the Captain General of Cuba.
A FIRST CONSCIOUSNESS PLEDGE.
On the day after her arrival the tribunal before
which the had been brought sentenced Manuel
Fernandez Cuban agent to three years mprison-
conlscaton of his property for participation
in the Laura Pride affair.
FERNANDEZ
resides in Puerto Plata 1t reported that the Spanish
Consul at the instigaton of Hayu will demand his
tradition OF government of St. Domingo under the
provisions of the recent treaty.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
BISMARCK AND THE POPE.

THE GREAT CoNTENDING POWERS MAY AR
RANGE TRUCE-A VATICAN HINT TO GER
MAN PRELATES.
LONDON Jan. IL 1870
The Morning Standards Berlin special says II would
seem that armstice has certainly been agreed upon
between the Church and State.
The Roman correspondent OF the Germdnid ULTRA
montane organ) states that undoubtedly Prince Bis
marck is seeking modus rfveadi with the Vatican
PAPAL ORDERS TO GERMAN PRKLArEs
The Italia, semioficial Roman newspaper, says
That the Vatican has charged certain German prelaes
TO report the conditions under which the Prussian
bishops shall be allowed to submit to the Falk laws
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
MAYOR wIcKHAMs SECOND CHOICE.

Mr. ALLAN CAMPBELL IN wAsHINGToN-wHAr
HE SAYS ABOUT HIS NOMINATION FOR COM
MISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS.
WAsHINGroS Jan H. 1875
Allan Campbell, Mayor wickham's alternate nominee
for the Commissionership Of Public Works,
arrived In Washington, from Cumberland, on
the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad wncre no had
been business He en- route for New York to-day
but Is staying for short time at tho residence Of
Archibald Campbell Commissioner Of the United
States for tho Northern Boundary Surveying Expe-
dton, which is engaged In moonng line Of iron posts
along the northwestern frontier indicate the
boundary between the United States and the Dominion
OF Canada Mr. Campbell greatly surprised
at his selection for the Office OF Commissioner
Of Public Works, the Of which IN
detail reached him through the columns OF to.dayis
New York papers. relative had dropped him limo
by telegraph Informing him Of what Mayor Wickham
had DONE but he not aware Oi the extent Of the
fame he had 50 suddenly acquired until hc
saw the New York journals While he felt the
compliment paid him in his nomination, he not at
all certain that the Board OF Aldermen would confirm
him. and until he actually In Office he deemed IL in
delicate TO give any expression Of his the sub
Jecis which have been more less prominent tho
differences between Mayor wickhani and the Board VI
Aldermen.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
STATE CHARITIES.

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE STATE BoARD-REsULTs
OF THE vIsITATIoNs-IMPoRTANT SUGGESTIONS
RESPECTING TRAMPs.
ALBANY, JAN a. 1876.
The annual report Of tho State Board Of Charities
which presented to the Senate to-day, up the
results OF the vistatons by the Board to the
poorhouscs, asylums, hospitals &c, subject their In
specton during the past nine years.
The following subjects considered in the report
The record of the inmates of poorhouses and aims
houses the support and of State paupers the
of 1875 relating 20 pauper children provision for the
chronic insane. and regarding tramps 1t con-
tains also large amount OF impor-
tant statistical information relating 10 tho
various charities of the State and several papers upon
subjects connected with the of the Board by
members and committee. Upon the subject of tramps
the Board estimate that 200 900 Of relief are
extended to this class annually IN the State at
OF at least $780, 000 This aid is granted without any
equivalent therefor and in most persons who
arc able by their labor to provide for themselves.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
SPAIN.

DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS WITH THE VATICAN
THE ELECTION CANvAss-CARLIsr WAR EP-
FORTS
MADRID, Jan. II, 1876.
The Vatican has approved the appointment OF Car
denas ambassador TO that court
NrERPEREScE IN THE ELECTION CANVASS.
Senior Sagasta's committee have issued protest
against the pressure brought bear by the provincial
authorities upon elections.
cARLIsr EFFORTS.
The Carlist committees endeayoring to induce
their partisans to the campaign in Catalonia bnt
their efforts meet with small success.
WATCHING coNTRABASDs
The Diario says the government has received infor-
nation that vessel is preparing at Bordeaux bring
. cargo Of contraband Of war 10 Motrico for the
CarlistS
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
THE wARLIKE PREPARATIONS.
CONCENTRATION OF ARTILLERY AT ST. AuGus-
TINE-wAR MUNITIONS.

CONCENTRATION OF ARTILLERY AT ST. AUGUs-
TINE-wAR MUNITIONS.
SAVANNAH, Jan H. 1870
Much anxiety is felt 10 the naval and military
preparations along the south Atlantic and Gulf coasts
II is understood that these preparations have been un
der way Tor longer time than has been imagined
Some weeks since
IMPORTANT CHANGES
were made in the location Of the artillery forces ST.
Augustine, on the Florida Atlantic coast, has been
strengthened. Two companies of artillery with full
batteries there under the command of General
Frederick Dent, the brother-n law Of the President
General Dents rank would indicate Barrancas as his
command but he arrived at ST. Augustine with special
orders
LARGE QUANTITIES OF MILITARY STORES
and war munitions are at St Augustine, and II is
given out that the great value OF property requires this
guard. United States coast survey vessel is also
St Augustine exploring the harbors. She is
manded by Lieutenant Commander Kennel, OF the
navy, and arrived Wednesday. The fort Barran-
cas-, on the Gulf, has been strengthened by the addi-
tion OF
NEW BATTERIES TROOPS.
The naval vessels continue TO concentrate at Port
Royal, but nothing Is known of their destination.
They are in an advanced state of equipment and ready
for sea An arrival this evening frem Pensacola re-
ports much activity there People here have theory
about these movements except that the President
means 10 address Spain with his military and naval
forces in complete readiness.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
FRANCE.

KAcMAHoN's PROCLAMATION ACCEPTABLE TO NJ.
GAMBETTA-RADICAL NOMINATIONS FOR THE
sENArE-eovERNMENr OFFICIALS WARNED
AGAINST POLITICAL PARTIsANsHIP.
PARIS. JAN A. 1876.
The Republique Frdnedise he organ Of NJ. Gambetta)
regards the proclamation OF President MacMahon yes
terday a confirmation of republican institutions.
SENATORIAL NOMINATIONS RADICALS.
The Council General Of the Department OF the Seine
have nominated for the Senate Messrs Victor Hugo,
Louis Blanc, Floquet Freycinet and Toain
GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS
N. Leon Say has instructed his subordinate officials
in the Finance Ministry not to themselves with
the electoral agitaton-to vote according to their
CONVICTIONS but not to participate in any manifesto
lions either before or after the elections.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
FROM OUR REGULAR CORRESPONDENT.
WASHINGTON, Jan. H. 1876.
GENERAL HENDERSON AND HIS BILL FOR SER

WASHINGTON, Jan. H. 1876.
GENERAL HENDERSON AND HIS BILL FOR SER
VICES IN THE wHIsKEY TRIALS.
It is denied that General Henderson has made de-
mand for $50 900 for his His interviews with
the Attorney General the subject settling his ac
counts we're perfectly satisfactory. He named no sum
for his individual services The amount to be paid
him will be settled in the usual way q certificate
from the Judge of the Circuit Court and the United
States District Attorney. The story was started to
create further prejudice against Henderson.
THE RECENT ACTION OF THE NATIONAL REpuB-
LIcAN COMMITTEE AND WHAT IT INDICATES
THE SELECTION OF CINCINNATI A TRIUMPH
FOR MoRToN-THE COMING DEMOCRATIC con-
vENTIoN.
The action OF the National Republican Committee in
selecting Cincinnati for the session OF the National Con-
vcntion is still the theme OF discussion political cir
cIes here and regarded a for Senator Nor
ton both exSpeaker Blaine and Secretary Brstow
in the preliminary wirepulling for the Presidential
nomination. The friends Of Secretary Bristow not
SO disconnected by Mortons coup dttat as might be
supposed they think that the Senator from Indiana
has played his cards too soon and too
eagerly and that, In locating the Convention at
Cincinnati, he unwittingy played inio the hands OF
Secretary Brstow, whv is far more popular in the
Southwest than Senator Morton But the friends OF
Senator Morton claim that he advanced in years.
and that II he 10 be for his gigantic
services to the republican party during the war he
should receive his reward now Should the chances OF
Messrs and Brlsow be evenly divided as they
are represented TO be Mr. Blaine would be q compro-
misc candidate. In any event he can command the
second place the ticket " he wishes IT, and IL is
quite likely that now II not always the policy Of the
republican party will be 70 put up for Vice Presi-
dent not Inferior in ability TO their candidate for
President that they may not only have advan-
tage this fact the campaign and before the public
but more remotely in such contingency as inducted
Andrew johnson into the White House. or course
those who sT ecuate in this way know that Mr.. Blaine
would not accept the second place the ticket
Some Of the members Of the National Democratic
Committee have been in town recently and during an
informal exchange OF opinion upon the matter il was
thought the committee ought 10 on or not later
than the 22d Of February dx the place time for
the Democratic Presidential Convention, but this OK
preston Of opinion INDUCED with all duo defer.
ence whatever Mr. Augustus ScheIl and the Execu-
tive Committee may think aud do about the call
MALICIOUS STORY SET AT REST.
j. Russell Jones authority for the statement that
the diamonds gwen a member OF General Babcocks
family and reported presented by Joyce and others
in the whIskey Ring we're. IN fact, presented by Mr.
Jones himself on his return from Europe
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
THE STATE CAPITAL.

REDUCTION OF SALARIES PROPOSED IN THE
CITY AND COUNTY oFFIcEs-THE MAsoUE-
RADE BILL IN THE sENATE-REsIGNArIoN OF
THE SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE.
ALBANY Jan. II, 1916
Mr. Andrew jackson Campbell called up his resou-
ton, offered yesterday, calling upon Comptroller Green
to report to the Legislature the number Of officials and
employees OF the New York city and county govern
ments. with their salaries and suggest what reduc
ton OF salaries and of the number of those employed
under the two governments can bo made without detri
ment TO the public service
Mr.. Sloan moved verbal amendment, which Mr.
Campbell accepted, and the resolution was passed.
The resolution offered by Mr Graf, declaring that
the arrest OF citizens on petty charges after court
hours, and keeping them in station houses night
is evil that ought to be abolished and calling for
special committee was referred TO the Committee on
the Judiciary.
The Assembly will go into general orders on Monday
night, TO which time II adjourned
The Senate proceedings were brief to-day. The bill
passed by the Assembly amending the law OF 1S45 in
regard TO masquerades, and permitting such societies
as tne LiederKranz 10 hod their entertainments WITH
out fear of molestaton was considered in Committee
Of the Whole.
On motion of Senator seIkreg the committee was
ordered TO report progress and give time for the bill to
be printed and placed members files IL will pass
and become law in time for the Lederkranz
Mr. Orland W. Chapman State Superintendent of In
surance sent In his resignation to day TO Governor
Tden The Governor being absent, It was received by
his secretary, Colonel Stebbins
Mr. Chapman who a republican, was nominated
for the Office by Governor Holman and confirmed by
republican Senate His term of three years expired
last November. There was strong desire
the part OF many republicans TO
allow Mr.. Chapman to have his urged upon Gov
ernor Tilden for reappontment but he invariably de-
clined His resignation has no political significance
whatever purely voluntary, and the motive for it
is desire to return TO the practice OF his profession
Uhe law) in Bnghamton, where he belongs The
ccssor of Mr. Chapman will probably be republican,
IN view OF the fact that the before the SEN
ate for Canal Auditor is a democrat
Adjourned until Monday evening
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
AMERICA AND CUBA.

PREsIDxNr GRANTS CIRCULAR ASKING EURO
PEAN DIPLOMATIC INTERVENTION IN THE AN
rn1Es-THz HERALD's SPECIAL NEWS CON-
FIRMED.
ESPECIAL DESPATCH TO THE HERALD BIZ CABLE. I
PARIS, Jan. IA, 1876.
lie Nord reprints, from German paper, an
abstract of the American circular asking Eu-
ropean diplomatic aid to stay the war in Cuba.
THE HERALD's SPECIAL NEWS CONFIRMED.
The publication confirms the HERALD's
original Vienna statement, and refutes the
pretended authorized contradiction orignat-
ing with the Spanish embassy.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
EVENING WEATHER REPORT.
WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE or THE CHEF SIGNAL OFFIcER
WAsHISGToN, Jan IA 80 7. NJ
T'robdbtiities
WAR Departures,

WAR DEPARTMENT, \
OFrcB CHEF SIGNAL OFFICER
WAsHISGToN Jan 4-7 z. NJ /
IrobdbiiitieG
For New England and the Middle States, partly
cloudy weather aud light in temperature with
southcriy to westerly winds, stationary slowly fall
ing barometer, and, possibly, light snow from New
York northeastward 10 Maine.
For the lake region Ohio Valley, the Upper Missis-
sppi Lower Missouri valleys, partly cloudy weather
rising temperature with winds mostly from south
east TO southwest, slowly falling barometer during
Saturday and light snow, followed by partly cloudy
weather In the lake region.
For the South Atlantic States, rising temperature
and clear fair weather, with light variable winds,
rising barometer during the night followed by falling
barometer.
For the Gulf States and Tennessee, rising tempera-
ture, increasing coudness and easterly southery
winds during Saturday, with slowly falling barometer
and areas OF rain in tho Southwest
The Mississippi River will continue TO fall slowly at
station above vicksburg
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
L'AMERIQUE.

THE CASE OF THE FRENCH STEAMSHIP LIKELY
TO CAUSE MANY LAWSUITS.
[From the Evening Telegram of yesterday
PARIS, Jan. IA, 1876.
The recent accident to the French steam
ship L'Amerique in breaking her shaft is
likely to lead to lawsuits, under the Ad-
miralty laws. the company claiming heavy
damages for general average against the
cargo.
A test case will be made of this matter,
which will soon be brought before the French
tribunals.
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
THE BARK sPRINDS OSCAR.

rHE CASE OF HER COMMANDER HEARD IN IRE
LAND--HE HAD BEEN ALREADY ACQUITTED.
LoSDoS Jan IA, 1875.
Captain Ambrose Aarlsen. Of the Norwegian bark
prinds Oscar, recently examined at Newry. Ire.
land, Tor shooting and killing one OF his crew. named
Robert Fisher, while a voyage IRON Baltimore, Nd,
70 Newry.
THE RESULT
hthe examination that Aarlscn was handed over
% the Norwegian authorities for trial Norwegian
hip captain, who arrived Newry to-day, says that
AArIsen has had his trial Norway and been acqui..
led on the ground OF Justinabie hom,e.de
The New York herald., 1876-01-15
HOTEL ARRIVALS.

Ex-Governor william Clahin, OF Massachusetts,, IL
staying at the Finh Avenue Hotel Senator John H.
sekreg, of Ithaca, is registered at the Westminster
Hotel Ex-Governor Henry D. Cooke, Of the District
OF Columbia, is at the ST Nicholas Hotel Professor
E. n Horsord of Cambridge Mass, is stopping at the
Abemare Hotel General j. B. Stonehouse, OF Albany,
is among the late arrivals at the Hotel Brunswick.
Daniel Dougherty of Philadelphia, and Dr. John r.
Bransford United States Navy, at the Fith Avenud
Hotel