davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
ITEMS OF INTEREST.
Personal and Literary.


Andrew Johnson is to have bust
in Memphis
"A statue Of the late George ID.
Prentice viii be unveiled Il Louisville.
Ky., on the sth Of May
Mrs. senator Henderson, Of Mis-
souri,. is about Ia publish book ON
"Practical Cooking and Dinner-giv-
ing"
Miss Blanche Tucker. the Chicago
prima donna. who recently made her
debut in opera in London, and Miss
Clara +. Smart, who made her first ap-
pearance in Oratorio with Mile. Titiens
81 Boston, Mass, April l., were both
formerly If Lacrosse, Wis.
The Emperor If Brazil never misses
an opportunity TO 90 10 the theater. He
stopped IN salt Lake City for that ex-
press purpose.
PROF. Longfellow is having a chair
made from a fragment % wood II the
chestnut tree celebrated in his .sNillage
Blacksmith, which has just been cut
down.
The reason they style him - Dom"
and not :. Don Pedro, j. because Don
j. Spasish. and the language Of the
Brazilian Emperor j. Portuguese. In
each case il l. derived from the Latin
word dominus, lord.
The closing sentences Of George
William Curti,'s lecture on 4" Women Of
the old Time and the New are a. fol-
lows: Yesterday Is gone and to-day j.
come. the fretted slave Of the Greek
household. and the idle toy and doll
II the age If Chesterfield, have given
place "a better idea; and we 20 for
ward. with Gods help. 10 find the true
woman in the free American homes
The fac similc Bibles recently Is
sued in several sizes by the oxford Uni
yersity Press embody clever idea The
printing j. soarranged that the page II
one editor j. an exact fnc-simtle Of the
other. and those who become accust0m-
Cd u the special spot or place in which
certain pas sages and chapters are 20 be
found can pass from one edition
20 another Gas when age requires a larg-
er printl without losing this cue The
fsc-sraaie Bibles are furnished with
maps and other accessories.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
An Arabs Revenge.

The French papers report that ter
rible tragedy has just taken place in
the oasis of Feriana, regency of Tunis,
near the French frontier Of Algeria. A
young Arab Of Fez, named Bou Merriam,
of good family, had asked in marriage
a daughter of the Cadi of Feriana, had
been accepted, and day had been fix
ell for the ceremony AT the appointed
time he arrived in great pomp, and ac-
companied by a great number of friends
and servants, when he was refused ad-
mission to the village, and was inform
ed that the father of Meryem, the brides
nap,e, had Withdrawn his consent En-
ragged at this disappointment, he melted
his followers. forced his way into the
oasis. killing all who opposed him. car
ried of the young girl, and then fled to
the South. The number of persons
slain was thirty-two. The Governor of
the Provilce has sent detachment of
600 horsemen in pursuit Of him.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
school and church.

Mr.. i. NJ. Stewart. Philadelphia.
vas dropped from the roll Of the North
niicd Pre- ~byterian Churchin that city,
because be belonged to the Odd Fellows
order. He appeals To his Presbytery
Tor restoration.
Bishop Lynch. Of Toronto, Is try
ing 70 reduce the funeral tax laid by
custom on poor families. He has inter
posed and forbidden any parishioner to
nave more than fivc carriages at a fH-
neral without permission.
The Legislature ~ Ontario, Cana
ia, has asa -.dei a pension for life 10
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
How Mrs. Boggs Farmed Out Her
Presidential Influence.

WASHINGTON, April 24.-The testimony
taken by Nj. Glover's committee in regard
70 the pension agency al Macon. Mo-. shows
IN brief the following facts: A Mr.. VIM. e.
Ebert was pension agent. and Mrs. Louisa
BoggS 81 -. Louis. whose husband had
formerly been the partner Of President
Grant in real estate business in that city,
wanted clerkship in the Pension Office A. a
sinecure. Ebert replied 20 her letter de-
handing this. saying that IL she would use
her influence with the President 20 prevent
his removal ne would give her the place she
wanted al a certain time. After this Ebert
raised some objections 70 the fuillment ~
the bargain. the principal one being that he
had been raided upon by ''certain political
shysters' for having one rebel clerk. and II hc
was 10 employ her they would raise the same
cry because she was rebel. Mrs. Boggs
dropped Ebert and had Mr.. Clements APP
pointed. who gave her the sinecure, where
by she realized n 30 per annum. ON the
first letter from Ebert % Mrs. BoggS. where
IN he tells her that she can have the clerk
ship W she will use her influence with the
President to have him (Ebert) retained.
there j. an endorsement in Grants hand
writing "a the effect that Mrs. Boggs would
make a good clerk. This shows that he
had read the letter aud knew on what con-
diiion- Ebert agreed 10 give Mrs. Boggs the
position.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
Worse. and More OF IL.



The expenditure ~ 80. 600 in New York.
even supposing IL TO be altogether corrupt.
would have been mere trife In comparison
with what has been done NJ the south. a
story u direct bribery makes an immediate
impression upon the popular mind; but the
complicated narrative ~ Inuch greater out
RACES in Louisiana and Alabama j. passed
over with comparative Indifference. IN
Grant, Williams. Davenport and Whitley
spent the public funds for election purposes.
what was that in comparison with the crime
u ordering United states troops To dispcrse
State LEGISLATURE Even the power and
money 81 the Secret Service have been used
under the direction Of the Attorney General
in much more yillainou- operations than
that which j. now suspected. The MarShal>
and secret Service Agents who went into
Alabama ~ carry the State for Grant In 1874
were guilty of n graycr Offen~e than bribery.
for they violated the personal liberty II un-
offending citizens. menaccd them with blank
warrants. drove them out ~ the State 10
prevent their voting arrested them for con-
siructne or fictitious offen-es, and marched
them three hundred miles for examination
before partisan commissioner. when there
was a competent judicial officer at the place
Of arrest. For several weeks in the crisis "
the political campaign, Alabama was filled
with terror by the paid agents If the De-
partment ~ Justice, aided by troops Of cav
airy. The moment the election was over the
prosecutions and arrests were dropped and
the whole hdeous pretense 81 disturbance
was exploded.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
A Thin Line OF Defense.


By way Of defense Of the Davenport grab
81 -. go. illegally taken for electioneering
purposes ia New York ia 1872. on the order
~ the President, from funds appropriated
j. explained that not less than 500
90 went To the same uses in the
country at large ~ the same time.
The assertion that the steal Of S.s3.-
0O0 was only apart Of steal Of 500. 900 does
not seem 10 help the case very much. Two
wrongs-or A dozen wrongs for that matter
never made one right. But the present
Administration has been SO long IN the habit
81 making big robberes 4 cover FOR small
ones that it, partisans are apparently quite
sincerely surprised when question Is rails
ed about the propriety u any proceeding OF
the Kind.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12
Mr.. Blaine's Explanation Not Satisfac.
tory.
Icon the Saw York sun |

Mr.. Blaine made his promised speech yes-
terday. Ills subject was the 80 .OO paid
him by the Union Pacific Company FOR
worthless bonds. His explanation j. not
satisfactory. We believe he had the money
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12

The agricultural editor of the
Rochester Democrat in reply to the
question. How long should cows be
MIXED ?" SAYS "Not more than two
h mrs az time"
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1876-05-12

THE Philadelphia North american is
the Oldest daily Journal in this country.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
THE RACES TO-DAY.

With splendid weather and track In
first-class condition, the races to-day
will in all probability be very attractive.
There will be three races: the first,
three quarters Of one mile for all ages,
for which there are seven entries, Cot
trill's losses being slightly the favorite
at the pools, Verdigris second choice
and Springlete third. The second race
the Louisiana stakes for four year olds,
with three and probably four entries.
In case Cottrill runs Ascension, the
chestnut fllly will be decidedly the ia
vorite; otherwise, Volcano comes in for
first choice. This race will be q two
mile heat race. The third race, one
mile with one hundred pounds on
each, three year olds to carry their
proper weights, showed at the pools
that Of the seven entries Kilburn and
were the favorites. with very
slight odds in favor of the latter.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

tionists. would have their gullibls audi.
tories believe, that the rnerch8nts, the
shopkeepers. the professional men, the
clerks, the artisans, the manufacturers,
the laborers OF this suffering city, are
communists and brigands because they
dare to demand the right OF American
citizens to impose a tax to save their
properties from ruin. their families
from restitution, and the thousand
temptations which infallibly follow
poverty and want?
II such doctrine can prevail, why
these injunctionists, who are wallowing
In their millions, as they represent. Will
stigmatize as communists and brigands
the imposers Of taxes for your public
schools, your hospitals, your various
generous and benevolent institutions,
which constitute the refugees OF suffer.
ing, misfortune, abandonment and
moral despair.
The subscriber Is one OF the multitude
who will not approve the action OF the
injunctionists, for he cannot shut his
eyes to the continued steady .deteriora-
ton Of this city; its daily increasing
number OF houses for rent. from the
purlieus OF the st. Charles Hotel, OF
which prosperous company Mr. John
q. Gaines is president, to the EXTREMIST
and humblest suburb Of this once pros
porous and happy parish. Neither can
he shut his ears to the never-ending
complaints of every class OF business
men, and wQrkmen, and professional
men, that there is no remunerative work.
or business to be done, and that unless
q new and reciprocal trade with the inte-
rior can be created, this deplorable state
Of things will continue until finally the
population must diminish, according to
the infallible rule. to number proper
toned TO the means Of existence.
In conclusion. the subscriber would |
implore the thousands who belong here,
whose families we're born. reside and
will probably die here, rs his own in all
likelihood will, to reflect well about this
New Orleans Pacific Railroad before
they refuse 1t support, and particularly
20 bear in mind that the only question
s whether they shall save their city or
cave it to persons like the injunctionists
70 deal with.
SMALL PROPERTY OWNER AND SUBSCRIBER
TO THE N. .. L. X.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
DEMOCRATIC AND CONSERVATIVE AS
ISOLATION.
Parish Of Orleans.

Meeting was called to order by the presi-
dent, who was supported on either hand
by the vice presidents; the roll-call was
dispensed with, and the minutes OF the
last meeting were read and approved.
There was a very large attendance,
many new names were added to the
roll, and large number OF new men,
bers were proposed to be elected at the
next meeting.
The secretary of the club having re-
signed, an election by ballot was gone
into, and Mr. J. 0. Nixon. Jr., was
elected. The president announced the
names Of the gentlemen whom he had
appointed on the Executive and Mem
bership Committees. and to the former
committee the two resolutions offered
at the last meeting-one to appoint
Committee on Registration, and the
other to appoint Committee on Ma
turalization-were both referred. After
which, on motion, the association ad-
journed till next Monday evening at "a
o'clock, at st. Patrick's Hall.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
AMUSEM ENTS.

ACADEMY OF Music" Tho Bohemian
Girl. This exquisite creation oil
Bales was played last night by the
Mathews Opera Troupe at the Acad.
envy to a large and appreciative audi.
ence. Miss Mathews gave surprisingly
vivid and artistic rendition OF Arline,
the Bohemian Girl, and showed in every
portion of the opera fresh proofs OF her
culture and versatility To spring
from the airy atmosphere OF "GiroHe'
and 1.-THE Grand Duchesse to the
more solid foothold OF a success in
English grand opera Is feat that few
musical artists could accomplish.
Miss Mathews voice was In excellent
condition and showed no traces OF her
late fatigue. Her support was in the
main very good. Mr.. Halls Deuirs
H00f was a grimly humorous perform
ance, while Mr.. Forester rs Ihdddeus.
Mr.. Within as Florcnstein, and Mr..
Howard as Count Arnhein,, labored
earnestly and to the satisfaction OF the
audience. Miss Keene and Miss Gal
ton we're also valuable additions to the
cast. while Mr.. Frank Howson welded
his baton with judgment. The same
opera will be- repeated tonight, and a
crowded house will no doubt greet its
repetition.
ST.. CHARLES THEATRE.-A rich and
varied performance greeted the patrons
Of the st. Charles last night, to which
each OF the many stars OF this favorite
resort contributed their share. Tonight
the same programme Is announced.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
PittsburE, Cincinnati and 81. Louis
Railway,

This Is the proper name OF the old reliable
Pan Handle Route. Col. w. L. O'Brien Is the
General Passenger and Ticket Agent with
headquarters at Columbus. Ohio; Col. Sidney b.
Jones ia the General Southwestern Agent. with
headquarters at Cincinnati: Col. W. NJ Walling-
ton is the General Southern Agent. with head
quarters at New Orleans. This organization
has Just changed their time table for the Cen
tennial season. as follows: Trains leaving New
Orleans in the morning reach Cincinnati at s;so
,. M; Philadelphia. 1870 D. m: New YORK. 1920
p. m. The evening trains from New Orleans,
without change to Cincinnati. and then no
change to New York, reach New York at 1928
An: Philadelphia and Baltimore. 1888 a. m. /:
War Jigton. 9:02 a. m making close connec-
tcss ~ Harrisburg ut 3:45 a. m. for Washington
and Baltimore Cincinnati is the breakfast sta
ton for evening trains from here. at 7:3o a. m.
The Pan Handle and Pennsylvania Railroad
route. for convenience and comfort. is I'M
eouaed. and as to scenery. Europeans compare
the route between Pittsburg and Harrisburg as
the Alpine country OF America
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
STATE HOUSE NOTES.

APPOINTMENTS BY THE GOVERNOR.
s. R. Davenport, Justice OF the Peace,
Sixth Ward, vice Cowen resigned. Par
ish of Morehouse. Paul Polete, Inspec-
tor Of Weights and Measures, parish Of
Pointe Coupee.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

Trains by tho above old and reliable route
leave their depot at the foot of Calliope street.
in the evening ut 4 o'clock. with through cars to
Cincinnati. st. Louis and Chicago. making the
time to New York 90 hours and 81 minutes. ar
irving there at 1915 a, m in time Tor all Boston
connections. Tho morning train leaves ut 80.
making close connections with all trains. Trains
arrive with mails ut noon and 2:<O Mt night
There Is but one change to New York. that at the
depot in Cincinnati
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

We are indebted to James +. Dumbe. Esq.
Secretary. through Mr.. J. Curtis Waldo. No. 90
Camp street. for courteous invitation to attend
the Seventh Texas State Fair. which opens in
tho city Of Houston on the I'd Of May next.
From Mr. Dumbes letter we learn that goods
are already arriving intended for exhibition.
and worry successful fair is expected.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
Rooms CErTRAL Executive COMMITTEES.
Democratic Conservative Party,
Now Orleans March n 1876
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
'INHE LOAN OFFICE

IJNHE LOAN OFFICE
IT. .Baronne street. ,........17
Notice ia hereby given to all parties having
Pledges in my hands. on which interest has not
been paid up to November l. 1875 that the same
Will be offered for sale on and after May L. 1876.
unloss back interest is previously paid.
apis 81 OTTO SCHWANER.
NEW ORLEANS SAVINGS INSTITUTION,
~ No. 1853 Canal street Trustees "A. MouI-
ton. T. A. Palfrey. Carl Kohn. T. l.. Bayne. David
Urquhart, George Jonas John G.. Gaines, Thos
A. Adams. Thomas Allen Clarke, Christian
Schneider. Charles J. Leeds. Samuel Jamson
Interest Allowed on Deposits.
y. UkQUHART, President
CHAS. hlbStAW, Treasurer. apl6 GIN
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

We would remind our readers that the grand
concert under tho direction Of Prof. H. A. Blake.
at st. Alphonsus Hall. In aid OF the charities OF
the Sisters Of Mercy will take place tonight.
Many Of the most popular amateurs and artists
will assist and real musical treat may be safely
nj toll On
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
Important change Of schedule on the
Eastern Division Of the "Mobile
line"

IInC."
viii be in effect on and after Sunday the 10th
instant when fast express trains. carrying tho
United States mail and Great Southern express.
will leave the foot Of Canal street Mt Gas a. NJ
and .. m, with palace cars running through
via Atlanta to Washington and Baltimore. and
via Nashville and Louisville to Cincinnati. max
ing but one change. with double daily connec-
tons to the Centennial Grounds. New York.
Boston and other Eastern and Western ties.
This change of schedule will enable the travel
ing public to reach Washington. Baltimore.
Philadelphia and New York
ONE BUSINESS DAY
In advance of any other schedule now in exist
ence, and with more comfort and safety than
ever before offered.
For through tickets and palace car accommo-
dations call on w. II. Field. corner Camp and
Common streets (opposite City Hotel).
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

Despite the efforts of the Mexican government
the revolutionary movement is making progress
In the important States Of Puebla. Oaxaca and
Vera Cruz 1t is even feared that seven other
States will secede and form a separate repub-
lie. President Lerdo has evidently reason to
regret that he reduced the army. and thus
Afforded Gen. Diaz an opportunity for revolt
IN Y. Trihnna
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

An old edition Of Morse's geography
says: ALBANY has four hundred dwell
ing houses and twenty-four hundred in
habitants, all standing with their gable
ends to the street"
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

IC9U
ines Of solid agate) first insertion: "a cents
each subsequent consecutive insertion.
Wants. To Rent, For Sales and boarding ad-
vertisements 10 cents line. net cash. solid mea-
sure. None taken at less than 10 cents.
Local or Business Notices 10 cents line, net.
Editorial Notices. in Editorial type. so cents q
line, net.
Advertisements for tho period Of one month
and longer. as follows:
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

In France, the Chamber OF Deputies appears
70 have exceeded its powers by annulling the
Prince Imperial's foolish letter was an affirm
alton of dynastic right contrary to the Constitu-
uon." Since. however. the ex- Minister did many
plants now are not likely TO be heeded.-lN. Y.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

Monthly advertisements. having the run OF
the paper inserted every other day. to DO
charged two thirds tho above ratios.
Editorial page monthly advertisements. each
square $50 por month.
Rates for Adv crtistng In the Weekly New
Orleans Democrat.
Transient and general rates the same a. for
Daily.
Advertisements for the period Of one month
anu longer ma fplpWs.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18

Notice to the Pabl1s.
For the benefit OF those who are seeking en-
ployment. and would like to advertise their
wants. but cannot we'll afford the expense the
DEMOCRAT will hereafter. In it, regular Sunday
morning edition. extend to such persons the
privilege OF making known their wants. FREE
OF CHARGE. in special column Of the paper.
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
IRENE SPRINGS SCHOOL.

GREENE SPRINGS SCHOOL.
HENRY TUTWILER. LII. D.. Principal
This Institution has been in successful opera
ton twenty eight years under tho same Princi-
pal. The regular session began October 1. 1875
and ends June ~. 1876. 1t is divided into three
terms. beginning October /. January L. and
April /, with short recess at Christmas. Board,
tuition. use OF library, room, fuel and attend
apce ss5 each. for first and second terms and $40
for third term. payable ut beginning OF each
term Washing, so cents per dozen. The next
term begins April |. 1876. An experience of ~
years has proved the remarkable heathfuness
Of the place. Many coming from malarial dis
tricts have been entirely restored to health by
the use Of the Mineral Waters For Catalogue
giving full information. address Principal,
Greene Springs, Hale county. Ala. Refers to
James Lingan, ESQ, 122 Gravier street. and
others Of this city. ap1 i'm
The New Orleans Democrat. (New Orleans, La.) 1875-1876, 1876-04-18
II. CASSIDY,
SAIL MAKER
AND
COTTON DUCK AGENT

No. 95 Camp Street, Near Poy(rss.
Has constantly on hand the best and most COM
plete assortment Of
COTTON DUCK.
Embracing all widths. grades and numbers
AWNING STRIPES.
Plain and Fancy, In great variety. BLOCKS Of
ali SIZES s from inches up to tho largest madey
Galley " GnUE II AWNINGS
"iNDoW AND DOOR SHADES, ETC.,
Vi oil kinds made to order Mt short notice. and
satisfaction given in style and price
TENTS. TARPAULINs.
DRAY AND WAGON COVERS. ETC.
e?mplets assortment always on hand. keep
| IN stock every variety OF
FRENCH. ENGLISH AND AMERICAN BUNT-
| INGS FOR FLAGS.
| | have always In store and will nnnufsc,rr. -
| order. oil descriptions Of =
| AMERICANA FOREIGN and FANCY FLAGS.
| VIII also give my special attention tn rattinU
~ every kind Of Plain Fancy and Em..
SILK FLAGS AND BANNERS.
| For Military and other eompanies and wu
guarantee on such articles e,egant STYLES. the
best workmanship and the most moderate
BAG MANDATORY.
am , nov making and will furnish In any do
COFFEE. RICE. GRAIN
and ana 1 efsir Kinds Of SA h KS eGua in na
DEFY ALL COMPETITION.
Repairing Promptly Done.
Trunks Neatly Covered.
SPECIAL NOTICE
Private families and others giving entertain
ments. can have their
YARDS COVERED OVER
With Canvas, and suitable decorations. rortabla
tables. lights ETC.. will DO furnished at short no.
tice and on the
MOST REASONABLE TERMS.
JOHN g. FLEMING,
i4l..... .POYDRAs STREET. IA
Between IT. Charles and Camp streets.
Keeps constantly on hand the LARGEST spS
BEST SELECTED assortment of
Gas Fixtures
to be found in this or any other CIT sells
them Mt
NEW YORK RETAIL PRICES.
He has also on hand LARGE SUPPLY Of tho
very finest
SHADES
and GLASS GLOBES
to be found In any market; and all kinds OF
BELL HANGING MATERIAL
From the Cheapest to the Finest PURE BRONZE
METAL
BELL PULLS,
PLATES,
BELLS. Etc.
And the
BEST GONGS
for all purposes and Of oil sizes made
Gas Fitting, Steam Fitting Il Bell Hanging
Done by him can be depended on. and will al
ways be done PROMPTLY. and with due regard
to TASTE and STYLE Of surroundings
Having been in the business. practically. for
SEVENTEEN years. ali he asAs il FAIR
CHANCE
Fixtures purcbase. by Plate or Pattern will
always be sold ut Manufacturers Prices, and
the purchaser protected against defective goods.
ja1sn