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The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

~ There are 5000 white men in
Florida who have not voted since
the downfall of the Confederacy-
enough to insure a Democratic tri-
umph at every election.-[Ex.
y Playing the part of Achilles
sulking in his tent, perhaps. Deli
cate fellows these be. They have
not the nerve to openly ally them.
selves with the knaves who are
plundering their State; and yet they
do not possess the manhood and
patriotism to even vote, as All hum
BILE protest, against Radical dishon.
esty. They seek not to stay the tide
of official corruption. They are not
politicians! you see. They have no
desire to thus soil their immaculate
skirts by political utilization with
common folks. They are neither
"cold nor hot" They are neither
for nor against dishonesty. They
are merely Indifferent spectators in
this death grapple in the cause Of
honesty against scoundrelism.-
They know their duty, but do it not
When Radicalism is defeated be
yond the hope of resurrection-as il
will he some day-none will CROW
louder or be more exacting than you
present self.same political nonenitg
May Radicalism always rule, !,
preference to such hybrids, say we.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

Has large circulation in every western State
and territory. 1t is our aim to make the
Weekly Courier the best family in the West,
and We shall continue to give in its columns q
large amount Of miscellaneous reading matter,
such a. stories, tales, poems, scientific intelli-
gence and agricultural information for which
we are not able to make room in our daily
edition. The agricultural department espe-
clally one of its prominent features. The fash
ions are also regularly reported in its columns,
and 30 are the markets Of every kind.
Terms-$l0 per year, postpaid. febll.6
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

A speech made by Mr.. Hendricks
in the winter of 1923 after his
election to the United States Sen.
ate in which he pretty freely express
ed his sympathies with the South,
is reprinted in the western papers
for the purpose of course of injuring
his canvass for the presidential nom.
ination. The rivals of Mr.. Hen.
bricks are evidently afraid of his
growing strength.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

The Cincinnati Gazette tells it's
readers that 'in the popular branch
Of Congress no Union soldier, or
friend of Union soldier, was elected
toofice. Colonel Adams, chief clerk
Of the House, has long labored un-
der the impression that he was a
Union soldier, having been an officer
in the Union army; but as he was
never much in the rear, especially
when there wasa fight going on,
and spent none of his time with
bummers in plundering the women
Of their jewelry and embroidered
petticoats to send home, it is, Of
course, impossible that the Gazette
people could ever have met him
during the war and, therefore may
not have known that he was a Union
soldier.-[Couri Journal.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

A farmer of Camilla, Mitchell
country Southwestern Georgia,
where snow never falls and the
gound seldom freezes, and where the
original pine forest is carpeted with
native grass, says his sheep, thirty.
five hundred in number, cost him
annually fourteen cents per head,
clip three pounds of unwashed wool,
which sells at thirty cents pei
pound, giving clear profit of ninety
per cent. on the money and labor
invested.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11
A Paper for the People.
TIL E GAZETTEs

Democratic in acknowledgements q
Everything-Neutral In -Oppoee1
to all Mon0polies and Corrupt Kings in Mr.
nicipal, State and National Affairs.
IN Saturday, January LIST, The GA1Efn
" was issued in new and popular forn.
All that capital and enterprise can accompha.
will be freely used to place it in the front Esnk
Of American journalism. 1t will contain =!
the news Of the day, including the Associated
Press kilograms, Special kilograms and CO.
respondence from all points Of interest, fhl
and accurate Financial, Commercial and Loca!
Reports, and Fearless Editorial Discussions
all current topics. It will aim to be ffse
class, live newspaper, complete in every 70
spect and will give the fullest and FRESHNESS
news ct the lowest possible rate.
TsRNs.-Daily, post paid, six dollars . ye1s
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One Dollar year. No subscription for tns
Weekly received for less than year.
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The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11
cHAs. CHAfFE, Z. HAMILTON,
New Orleans. New Orleans
JOHN POWELL, Grenada, Miss.
CHAFFE, HAMILTON { POWELL
COTTON FACTORS
AND
Commission Merchants.
I89 Gravier Street,
n38-ly NEW ORLEANS


Ts now issued Weekly, in . six -column quarto
1 Newspaper form, thus giving its readers
48 columns of matter. Each number will con-
tain the usual amount Of Agricultural matter,
besides an equal amount of choice family
reading with . grange department, giving
double the amount Of matter that has hereto
fore been given and this, TOO, Weekly instead
Of Semi Monthly. TERMS Postage included)
Single subscribers, y so; clubs of five and
upwards.
SC ROGERS,
Business Manager, Memphis, Tenn.
lOte-t feb Isl
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

Drunkards who are sober enough
to shoot q man are in the opinion
Of the Supreme Court of Georgia,
sober enough to be considered muir
derers, and suffer the penalty which
the law provides for that class,
The same judicial body have deci.
ded that If drunkards are too crazy
to be hung, they are likewise too
crazy to 60 at.iberty.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11
Public Sales.
Succession Sale.

Succession of F; P In the Parish Court
SAWYER, Sr., decd ! Webstsr Parish, L..
ID will sell at public auction, ct tie Cor,t
house door, in the town If Bellevue, Bosaie,
parish, Louisiana, on Monday, l4th dav 81
February, 1876. within the legal hoars Of ~.
all the property in Btssier parish, belonging
to said succession, to-wit: Four Stages.
Terms Of Sale-Cash, with benefit of an
praisement.
B. f. ONEAL.
Sheriff and ex oficio auctioneer.
February 4, 1876. ipr's fee As
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

A writer in the current Galaxy
says that from our active army the
West receives 1907 men, or nearly
80 per cent. The entire line of the
sea coast and northern boundary
east Of the great lakes, a line proba.
bly, about II 900 miles long, is occu.
pied by 5,371 men.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

Courage and confidence are both
needed these hard times-courage
to fight and confidence to believe
that success will come in the end.
Let those who are in debt arm
themselves with both.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

1t is suggested by the New York
Evening Post, that, in view of the
easy and swift communication with
foreign governments which NAV be
had BY telegraph. it might be we'll
Tor Congress to discontinue the din.
lomatic service altogether.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

TEE NEW ORLEANS WEEKLY
DEMOCRAT.-The first number OF
the New Orleans Weekly Democrat
has just made it's appearance, and
we feel that we cannot too strongly
recommend it AZ a candidate for
public favor. 1t is to be hoped that
our citizens, generally, will not only
subscribe for it themselves, but use
every exertion to promote its circu-
lation. 1t is just the paper our peo-
pie need, and we will take pleasure
in forwarding subscriptions. No
better investment of the price charg-
ed-three dOllars-can he made.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

- Congressman N. P. Banks is
not an aspirant for a place on any
National ticket this year-never has
been, nor never will be, &c.,-undel
any contingency. He is of the opin
ion that ''Grant will be the candi
date of the Republican party for {
third term.n
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

THE STATE SENATE.-The Radi
cal majority Of our State Senate
seem determined to obstruct the
passage of any reform measure
They have thrown down the gaunt-
let and refuse to give up the infer
nal machine yclepted, the Returning
Board. A fearful responsibility will
rest upon the party for this refusal,
on the part Of it's leaders in the Sen.
ste, to yield to the demands of our
people for fair elections and fair
ooupts in the future, aud they must
take the consequences. We have
been long suffering, and desire
peace, but there is point at which
forbearance ceases to be q virtue;
and if the usurping State Govern
ment persists in defying our people,
we win not be long in reaching that
point IF the reasonable demands
Of our people, for the passage of
lsvsealoulated to produce peace and
quiet in our borders, are not CON-
piled With, swift retribution will be
visited on the guilty parties.
Tho people Of Louisiana have
borne much, and may, perhaps, bear
one or two more turns of the Radi.
cal screws, but when the cry comes
up from . united people hold,
enoughHit will be too late to talk
about compromises, and there will
be another illustration Of the adge
Of "those whom the gods wish to
destroy they first make mad.n
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

The New York Tribune insists on
frowning upon the Hayes movement.
1t won't recognize the rising Yves
tern Star.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

The New York Sun calls Beech,
er "the Ablest Preacher in the
world, but the Neanest Man on the
Continent
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11
Married.:

On the 9th instant, at the residence of the
bride mother, in Bossier parish, BY the Rev.
w. D. Stsyton, Mr.. JOHN d. OLIVER to Miss
ELLA MCCAA.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1876-02-11

= THE BALTIMORE GAZETTE
ia one Of the cheapest, and among
the most ably edited newspapers on
lpnr exchange list. Its editor handles
Ill the prominent subjects of the
day in q vigorous manner, and de.
nounces the abuses and colruptions
of the Radical party as they deserve.
For heightened, fearless and manly
utterances, it is unexcelled; and its
Democracy, sslike Caesars wife"
above suspicion. Ifyou want q live
paper from the Monumental City,
send for the Gazette. Subscription
to weekly, one dollar; daily, six dol
lars, per annum.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
TIE BlTTLE or AOYG ISLAND.
pEoBArIr FAILURE or TsE PROPOSED CoMMEMo-
P,rToS-Drs eGrpIioN OF HE BATTLE

pEouArrr FAILURE or TSE PROPOSED COMNEMo-
R,rIoy-ursr rrPIioN OF me BATTLE.
Will. il, tho mid r of urrpgr1tious for cCle-
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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
CHARGED WITH \ HrDEous GENE.

Frederick Echod, a German tailor, ~ years
OF age, living IN Newtown l.. l., brought before Jus
tice Nandcvere OF that place yesterday morning. on
charge OF brutaly assaung his daughter Louisa, who
10 years old The girl made the complaint and stated
that the c.lme was committed Oh July 26 Etholds wife
accused her husband OF incest William A. SiOcum and
Daniel L. Norton appeared as his counsel, aud waving
examination, he was committed 10 the County JAN 10
await the action OF the Grand Jury Justice NaNdeyere
was understood at first To say that he Id hold tie
prisoner to ball in The of $780, but aferward he
said that no bail would be received Echo.ds counsel
will Immediately make application TO County Judge
Armstrong Jamaica for the admission OF the prisoner
10 bail They that the charge the result OF
spiracy AGAINST their client, and state that the charge
against Echold originally made by in lila
ployment, named Reiners. complaint was made ont
before Justice Nandeyere but for not
served but was torn in the presence Of he Justice
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
sAILING OLE TIE PLYMOUTH.

The United States steamer Plymouth sailed
from this city Halifax yesterday. The cruise OF the
plymouth is said to be for the benefit OF the health Of the
officers ana crew, who have been stationed IN the West
Indies for several months This cruise, account Of its
ncges sary expense, il seriously commented upon by
naval officers. The condition Of the Powhaan Is also
commented upon by the officers. she has been In the
hai bcT since early in June. fully manned and ncCred
the officers receiving pay, while the pay OF the
ohc Of the Minnesota which vessel IL also IN commits
siou has lately been reduced from pay 10 the rate
when ON other duty, reduction OF about % per cent
The following are the officers Of the Plymouth: Can't
Edward Barrett. Commanding; Leut.-COmmdnder
Joshua Bishop. EXecutve Lleuts. Charles II. Judd.
Webster Dtty, and Arthur r. N1Zro; Master, Boynton
Leach; Ensign ]. W II. Deh; Midshp oman, J. Medary;
Surgeon. Somerset Robinson; Assistant Surgeon, d. q.
Lewis; Paymaser, DAM a. Smith; Chief Engineer, H.
l.. Harris; Assistant Engineers, Henry Uerwig and H.
T. Frick Lieutenant OF Marines A. &. Cochrane: Boat
swain, Peter johnson; Gunner, William Wilson, Carpen
ter. C. F. Humphreys: samaker. Nicholas Lynch Cap
tans Clerk, &. j. Marbury Pay Clerk, j. A. Smith. The
Plymouth Is expected 10 return IN about two months
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
WOMNNS PAVILION.

n wol!,N's VIEW OF woNAN's WORK At TIE
EXHIBITION.
Irro,f AZ OCCASIONAL coEELSPOSpENT or THE TRIBUNE!
PmLADELHIA, July 2S.-The Woman's Pa
Nion IS an object o. peculiar interest because il -
Wonan's Il, view this department apprrciatns'y 1t is
necessary 10 understood first, that DO clam made 60
full rcprescntati,e exhibit; second, that this is the rst
afcu,t Of its bg made. The greatness OF the M
der,ang should re its explanation Of much OF the
indifference and Incompetence which mar ihls begin
ming Unfortunately the plan of the building is NOT wei
ADAPTED 20 It's purpose nor is the arrangement ard dis
trbuon Of its exhibits TO the best advantage FOR ne
architectural Deficiencies the ladies not rcsIons Die
but they .ht surely have put their house 10 nights ~
much more Cnc tive mauner.
Tho center OF the building, at the intersection Of the
nave end tfansspt Is occupied by fountain. tasteiuy
borlercd with masses Of flowers, while Immediately sur
rounding in a much wider circle, is large display Of
fancy goods and ornamental needlewory This central
group H is shat almost invariably first strikes thy sf'n-
qr eve At whichever Of tine several doors 10 enters,
lie center Of the building is the conspicuous point Of
view AMI since first impressions are proyefboiy strong
est il not surprising that the old proyerD thai wOmdRs
sphere is bounded ny lac5s and flowers thus freshly
confirmed. Those vho at most are preparedSo award
only reluctant approval Of what they are satisfied
with this first aud superficial view Those interested be-
yond mere cuIsory examination OF the building now
ever will find much that is creditabe to rst exhibit
Win here and there few articles worthy Of special note
One Of these in the Department OF Science is compete
afa,eyia Yedioa from the Womln's Medical College OF
Philadelphia prepared with nigh degree Of scientific
accuracy tits fine display Of pharmaceutical talent
and is a silent testimony eloquent than words could
possibly be toward demonstrating the capacity OF woman
10 execute this Important and dcuit branch Of scientific
labor. >,
A HEAVY TASK POE WOMAN
point which should not be passed over in speaking OF
this exhibit is the that except for the ladies Of TIE
Commission the display could not have boon made The
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
EvuInIrInN NOTES.

PmLAprLr.uA, JAY 2S.-Prof. Webster OF
Norfolk Va addressed the National Institute this even
iug ON The subject OF teaching history.
The third sketch in the course OF historical sketches :"
ilc States which are being delivered during the ENhib
,i, y Announces of the governments 81 thu several
stafes. uas given today IN Judges Hall The Hon.
Thomas Alien Of Missouri the orator and the sub
jet chosen was, Missouri It's History, Resources ana
Character"
tn, United state. Marine Band viii give closing con
cert 90 the Exhibition grounds tomorrow, and VIII leave
for Washington in the afternoon, tl'ir engagement hay
-.u-,l.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29
rHs GAEEArE NUsANCE.

The clptam and crew OF the tug ". h.
Cheney employed boy the -rc,t-ceauiny Bureau to TOW
rnc scoys containing street dirt aid garoI- ont 20
sea, and Who were arrested "Wednesday on the com
pls,nt ~ tuc shore Inspector arraEned Thursday
afternoon be- orr Judge Church OF Fort Hamilton Inc
rr,soprr, 10 In number, committed Tor ulal as
.,u m the cl,e can Dee Gcpci"d after both rG's are pee
,lcd The bail was liked at Il 900 for each OF the crew,
and 1000 for the clpu.n. Mr. Mclean counsel 20 Tie
Police Boar who has charge or the OF tie defend
ants said that The bail asked for tntse prisoners WAS
o., .cs,iyc s they had men ready to become suIctcs
OOO " necessary. Judge Cuurcr refused 60 ac-
cent tac prolr.d boud,nen because they did not own
prpp.rtv m Brooklyn Police Commissioner Nichols
of rel to become personally rcfou3,oe ion tue appear
auce of the prisoners whenever wanted by ' Court but
the authorities declined % release them thar security.
81. N,lr.u said t.at Ug sAUuI Cui.T,ur 10 Once 10 Sc
,.I..,. tl. necessary haulsmru IN BgunhiFu.
Seth C. llWlrv. Chief Clerk ul the Police Commissions
,r- stated YESTERDAY that ui tur most important
points that Is bn urged In defense or trg a'N.u u lAe
ugl' Department ~ iat IIl street tTt .nH -nr-
ht, has dumped, uo- lu tue Lower Bay or haIa',
bI. IN tnr AZ Jamie ocean, two Iu,s ANA IS LaA beyond
tine Stale l.y. Tur Department AaS como to great eN-
upu-r tu great pans 10 transport tat refuse oNt
Ia -eL The hugh are open %" c'Ih'dl ANA l'ete
seemed zoo pc OBI elton % tBruWils the refuse lhr'
as far as others were concerned. IT," m'l"a ~ iLc
waves often made the Italians employed cn tlf sc"H'
and ,le tuTs were phl'E II lu return on
nrrriut e., rho rough water which was io no d. i.-
continue Ia ,pJsr the tty rslse iu TINS luht the
strongest reason being that TINS disposition OF iNc ut
rt con Il not pOsS hy offend any body. u VIII DE 'NN
ON The ril of the captain and Of tie Cheney t.at
within Tho lime 81 the jurisdiction ot tur Stc ut New
YORK. The svuNs I'D not 80 to sea- tJ-'dl.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1876-07-29

and the by the mother and daughter pre-.
pared in place OF it. Counsel claim to be able to show
that there is criminal collision between Reines and
Echods wife, and that the object Is to get Echod oI VI
the way. An officer conveyed EchOd TO the County Jail
Immediately after the proceedings before the Justice