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The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21
COZ. GEO. w. JONES.

The above named gentleman, indepen-
dent candidate for Congress, has pub
lished q circular and sent it over the
district, aud it is presumable he expects
70 obtain votes upon it. Col. Jones thinks
Il is time to look to the man and not to
politics to secure good representatives in
government. and acting upon this sug'
gestion it is reasonable to suppose that
almost an unanimous vote will be given to
the Hon. d. @. Giddings. AS man Col.
Jones is widely respected, but the public
understand full we'll that he is
by no means desired in Congress, and
At this day, even il he were the proper
man, it is out OF the question to support
him. A national war against corruption and
misdeeds in official quarters is being waged,
and it is no time to look either to one side
or the other. It is we'll known that Col.
Jones depends upon getting the vote that
has sustained Radicalism in Texas, and we
know that this vote does not represent ell
ements which should control either To-
caIly OF otherwise. And while Col.
Jones expects to be sustained by this vote
and a score or two of disaffected Democrats,
there is the greatest probability that he
will be deceived. Ex-Governor Davis doe:
not desire to see Jones elected, nor is he
anxious to zee him become q martyr, ant
hence will throw him off. 1t is though
the negroes Of the lower country and al
along the Colorado river will vote solid!
for Davis, and he, and not Mr.. Jones, mus
become the recipient Of public favor, j
Hayes should be elected. We regret thu
action Of Col. Jones, in that goot
man loses caste by such a course, ant
il will neither vindicate any deieatet
candidate, or help him to make the race
Col. GiddiDgs is a vigorous statesman ant
heightened gentleman, and has reputa
ton already made in Congress which in
sures him influence at the seat of govern
ment, and especially in Democrat
House. But 1t is idle to discuss the issu
between these two candidates. Gliding
will be elected by large majority, an
Col. Jones will have placed himself wher
friends will hardly sympathize with him.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

they done so there would have been no
fight"
The Allocate gives an account of shoot
ing affair at Cuero. A party of men were
IN the back room of a saloon PLAYING cards
Suddenly, without warning, number of
unknown men advanced to the back door
ami opened an indiscrImiuate firing at those
IN the room, using. it is thought, Winches-
ter rifles as well as six-shooters. In the ex-
cltement thus occasioned those guilty of
this bold violation of law, after firing a
number of shots, retrested TO their horses,
which were close by. and escaped recogni-
ton. The following persons were found
to have been struck: Alcide Willimin, of
Victoria county, flesh wound in the right
ARIA; Henry jones, of Goliad county. shot
IN she forehead, not serious; John Hau, of
Goilad county. shot in the knee, q painful
though not serious wound, and one Hanly,
OF Dewitt county, a teanlster, shot through
the lungs. Hanly died the next dav. As
soon AS the alarm was sounded the citizebs
assembled end made an eff IT to arrest the
Perpetrators of the deed, hut were not sue
cessful, as they galloped away. rendering
pursuit hopeless. -.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

Hox. d. q. GIDDEGs will carry this dis
trict by a large majority. 1t is fully un-
derstood that the opposition to him consists
In part Of Ex-Governor Davis and other
hungry Republican oficeseekers, and this
will bring every Democrat to the rack
As TO DAVIS supporting Jones, there is hard
ly any probability of 1t, SINCE Davis thinks
be cau himself carry all the Republican
vote. He, aud Others of less opeH opposi-
ton, would work TO gain strength for
Jones, and then the victory would proba-
bly, belong to Davis, and Jones's support
ers would claim they had gained ground in
the defeat, at any cost, of Col. Giddings.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

LucIUs RoBNsoS was prominently spoken
Of at the first Saratoga Convention for
nomination. and bad il not been for the ex-
ci,emeAt upon the presentation Of sey-
mouF's name 1t Is more than probable he
would then have received the nomination.
He Is one Of ,he most reliable mss in the
State, and constant aud true Democrat.
He was the Democratic candidate for Comp
troller Of New York in 1895, seven years
besora the Liberal movement was inAuga-
rated, and he was also Democratic nomi-
nee Tor Congress in 1870. His record i
clear on al subjects, aud has been such IS
10 secure the confidence Of ali classes h
i fully idenhae,i with the business later
es,a Of Nsv YORK City, within which
Morgan = said 70 hsEs strength, ana oel
cops eGectnally with him Tor is support. ~
was cosneessd with tie Kris Railway, and
vas placed n charge OF shs aaAins Of ths
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

Our kilograms have told the tale that at
Silverton, near Augusta, Georgia. the ne
groes have been melted to acts Of violence
against whites, and the result has been Sc
rious. The whites were called to the aid
OF an assaulted lady, and upon their going
in search OF the negroes who had made
the attack they were met by large armed
force of negroes, and the result was the
killing of six negroes and several whites.
The negroes at last agreed to give up the Of,
tenders. These outbreaks are induced for
the purpose of creating political antago-
nisma
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE Bonham News says the plot of the
railroad ring now is to get Coke to resign,
and have Hubbard call an extra session for
the benefit of the Texas and Pacific. From
the interest displayed in Legislation upon
the rights Of the Texas and Pacific it is rea-
sonable to suppose Coke would lend him
self to such purpose as readily as any
body. The character of his messages to
the late Legislature upon the subject of ad-
journment was precisely what the Texas
and Pacific managers most desired.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

company after it became embarrassed, at
time when tried integrity and skillful
financial management was required TO pro-
tect its interests. His first step was to
provide means to pay the eight thousand
employees who had been waiting months
for pay. This is his strong hold In bust
quarters, and Morgan has reason to fear
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

SOME of Tom SCOTS organs think it i'm
pertinent on our part to ask how Col. Gid
dings stands upon the national $40, 900 pei
mile grab in favor of Scott. They may
think as they are directed to think, but the
STATESMAN knows that the voters of the
Fifth Congressional District arc by very
large majority opposed to this scheme OIL
any other Of. villaiRy and plumber.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

Or COoKNo GRkESs.-Every housewife
thinks she can cook ',greens.n Il is the
simplest Of al dishes; and Jet, in most
cases, they are not well served, for much
depends upon the manner in which they
are boiled. The water should be soft, and
tablespoonful of salt added 20 large
sized pot Of Il, which should be thrown IN
and thea il sAonld be kept on the boiling
gAllop. but uncovered, until they are done.
which can Be told b. their sinking 20 the
bottom Of the pot, anF ~>sey nboald Be
skinned out - quick sible into 9
colAnder. % that al u run out
Press them gith AS then turn
upon matter. 49, OF butteI
and cntup doe. "a .sokang hot,
= Hlaflra h,
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

The prospect is that bacon and lard is to
be very cheap. The immense crop of corn
raised throughout the whole West and
Northwest and the abundant supply of
hogs insures this. One packer at Cincinnati
has engaged to deliver 1900, 600 sides,
early in the season, at seven cents pound.
This will be good news to consumers, and
the fact will go far towards relieving the
hard times.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

TIE manner in which South Carolina
Democrats have gone into the State can:
vass is refreshing. The leaders are noble
men and patriots and II SUCCESS is achieved
not only the whites but the negroes OF that
ll-governed~ State will bless the day they
obtain charge of the State government.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

As LONG as people persist in sending
communications to this paper unaccompa-
MED by their names, just so long will its col
umHs remain unopened to them. The
STATESMAN would be pleased to have short
| newsy communications, and could no doubt
| find room for all of such character.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

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Advertisements payable in advance,
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above rates and not through third parties.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE Democratic Stste ticket just elected
in Arkansas is: Governor, W. R. Miller
Secretary OF State, B. B. Beavers; Audi
tor, John Crawford; Treasurer, T. j.
Churchill; Attorney General, w. F. Hen
derson; Land Commissioner, Jas. N.
smithee; superintendent of Public In
struction, Geo. W. Hill.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE nomination Of Hon. D. @. Giddings
was tho work in the convention of Hancock
men. The irispds Of Shepard and of Fin
lay, and these two gentlemen themselves,
are working manfully in his cause. What
are the Hancock men doingf
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21
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PORnRHTA.

Persons writing to this Office in relation
to their papers or business, will please state
the postoffice TO which the paper is, or will
be sent, or the answer must be mailed.
They will also state whether they take OF
les.re to take the DAILY or WEEKLY.
BY so doing, much delay and trouble will
~ avoidad
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

"LocAL OPTION" is gaining ground
in Texas. I: means that fellow can't
drink at his own option, when the com
murity by majority denies him the right
IN do an ....
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE work Of charging the galleries at
He'll Gate is going on. and great apprehen-
sion is felt IS to its successful termination.
II successful, the great blast will soon
take place.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE vote Of ali the States upon the same
ratio of increase as in Vermont would give
three-fourths of the electoral vote to Til
den aud Hendricks, and it makes the Re
publicans very sick to think about 1t.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE Democrats claim that reform is nee
esssry, while the Republicans call for
plenty Of money and q free display Of
bloody shirta
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

CHARLIE Ross has turned up again, this
time at Three Rivers. Michigan, where he
was held for inspection by Mr.. Ross, who
went on to look at the boy. The photo
graph Of the boy sent to Mr.. Ross on this
occasion, though resembling Charlie, did
not strike him as the picture Of his child,
but Mrs. Ross insisted 1t was. On arriving
1t Three Rivers, and looking at the boy
held by the citizens for his inspection, he
concluded it was not his Charlie, and left
him in the hands of those from whom he
was taken on suspicion. After this occur
renee, q letter was addressed to the New
York World as follows:
THREE RIvRRs, September 1, 1875.
Editor az ths World-Sir; We wish 70 lie,
Mr.. Ross kaow how easily be was mistaken
In recognizing Charlie yesterday, without
writing to him directly, and would say thai
he had his stolen child in his presence yes
terday, but will not have him again until
the required reward Is given, for by the
time he reads this Charlie will be far away
from Three Rivers. II was sill OF 81 acci
dent that he saw HIM this time, and would
not II the discovery Cor discoverer) had
kept strict watch over the child day and
night. 0xE VINO Kxows.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

TIE arrest of Tweed In Span is now q
settled fact he win be returned to the
United States under the extradition treaty.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THE Republicans of this district have
called aconvention to nominate q candidate
for Congress. 1t is to be held in Brenham
two weeks from Saturday.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

The soourgs u on the increase in Swan
nah. Deaths from yellow fever have
reached twenty-five or thirty day
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

II is said the Southern Pacific Railway
will be completed from sap Francisco to
the Colorado river by the end of this year.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

A CONVENTION meets At Longview on the
twentieth to nominate Democratic candi-
date for Congress in the Second District.
Culberson will he the man.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

THEY have Peter Cooper candidate for
Governor in Kansas Rev. n. =. Hudson,
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

ORvnLE GRANT, the Presidents brother,
has been locked up in the central district
police station OF st. Louis, for being drunk.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

BEEcHER has gained forty pounds in
iesh and Lost everything in character.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1876-09-21

II has been fftY-six years since Vernon,
went Democratic.
The New York herald., 1876-11-24
THE HERALD YACHT CRUISE.


On tho 10th OF October the steam yacht Herald be-
gan n cruise In search OF tho United States rIgsts
Franklin. as that timc reported to be her way
homcward under steam with William n. Tweed
board Later advices reported that tho man-of-war
would sail. and many conflicting rumors being ric
to her speed and the political Significance OF the Boss
return time taken by tho forelock and tho
Heralds cruise inauguratcd.
Tho yachts company numbered eleven all told
special artists from tho Grdphic and Frank
Leslie's respectively. who faithfully skev~Aed
everything that appeared during the cruise. HE
early part the without any interest," i've
tho nomontary expectation OF running into somc
craft through tho dense log that prevailed
three days THIS cheerful expectation the sole
properly of tho lanusmen aboard ior tho crew.
the business and abroad on the sea IN all kinds OF
weather. winter aud summer, knew where they were.
In gloom and uncertainty opened the Hcraids cruise,
destined To be Que of tho most exciting IN the history
Of the yacht Daring the afternoon o the second day
skipper chccrcd the hearts or guests by the AN
nounccnent tnAs the log would clear on. Long pa.
ticntly Was tho much desired departure wished Tor
but II seemed though the barometer had not been
read correctly, a. the log Sill hung the
All hands iet blue aud disappointed at the failure OF
the prophecy. Tho fog grew gray 10 hlackncss. and
nght cams chill and portable TO the watchers
at soa supper time oi tho hrd day aud with IL
little alienation 10 The blues u s worthy OF note
that all tnc stonacns board were thoroughly sea-
worthy, aEd when the hunt ior food camc all hands
answered roll call seeking ood The word hurt IS not
TO DO taken as rejecting on the snlr's cook sid
kitchen Tor the cook always provides plenty but u
very hard TO catch when the ship was plunging.
for tho night IN question The piece oil
bread which you pointed your vrk lcft us resting
place tor . more dangerous location ON the plate
The New York herald., 1876-11-24

TWEED COME.
"What Are You Going To
Do About 1t ?"
ARRIVAL OF THE FRANKLIN.
How She Was Met in the
Lower Bay.
A SCENE AT THE SOU'WEST SPIT.
How the "Old Man" Looked as He
Game Down the Ships Side.
THE SHERIFFS TRIP.
Transfer Of the Prisoner from the Naval
to the Civil Authorities.
SAFE IN LUDLOW STREET JAIL.
III Thought Should Have to
Come Back Again"
The New York herald., 1876-11-24
A SCENE AT THE SOU'WEST SPIT.
How the "Old Man" Looked as He
Game Down the Ships Side.
THE SIIERIFFS TRIP.
Transfer Of the Prisoner from the Naval
to the Civil Authorities.

SAFE IN LUDLOW STREET JAIL.
The New York herald., 1876-11-24


ncr bringing up the rear.
on BOARD
On tho deck OF the irigate stood the commander.
Captain Franklin, when the Catapa camo alongside
ready to extend greeting to the officials who camo to
relieve him Of hts prisoner. Scattered along the side
OF drawn up In limo was the little host OF seamen ar
marines with which the vessel was manned and tho
face OF every OF them betokened intense interest
rs Captain Franklin salutcd Dr. Mccartney and shook
Commodore Nicholson warmly by tho hand Then
came Sheriff Conner and the other officials who
were In turn introduced to the commander
There was . conversation oil a few minutes
duration the spardcck, during which every
eye tho ca,alpa and Nnn, moored alongside
and on hali-dozen other craft c,rcling around, was
engaged sweeping the frgate fore a in quest Of
a glimpse OF the captive. No such sight was vouch-
sacd, however, and after the consultation had ended
the Knot the spar deck separated, Captain Frank
lin and Commodore Nicholson going forward TO con-
verse and leaving tie Custom House officers attend
to their duiy. rhn examination OF Twccds
baggage which subjected to tho usual
scrutiny prescribed by law. Meantime Sheriff
Conner went below to identity the prisoner.
Passing down The companion way to tho
gundeck he led into a saloon comfortably
furnished which at first seemed untenan,cd On enter
ing however person seated by little table at the side
OF the apartment head and revealed tho fam.
iar countenance Of the long, sought fugitive, William
". Tweed lace whose salient characteristics are SO
marked as TO indeiiby impress themselves OF tho
memory admits, Of course, Of very little change But
tho absorbing cares, the painful anxiety and
tho fevcrsh excitement OF the last yoar.
not to speak Of the physical argucs and vlcssitudos
to which the fugitive exposed In his wanderiues
left sad traces cheek aud brow easy 10 read and
interpret Those who are familiar with Twceds ap-
pearance cannot fail TO remember that In the old days
OF abundance when tho Ring and myrmidons rolled
IN plenty aud the tables OF the favored groaned bc-
meath weight OF savory vinnds tho counte nance
oil the Boss seemed catch the reflex OF al good
cncer which being INDUCED IN under his auspices,
and looked the very embodiment Of well fed good
nature and equally we'll sustained good fellowship
There was always shifting expression OF jolhsy about
The New York herald., 1876-11-24


SHxRyY's OFFICE OF THE Cry AND COUNTY,
oy NEw YORK Dec. d, 1875. I
$1,000 REWARD
Tho above reward will DO pad Tor the apprehension
and delivery TO tho undersigned, or his proper agents.
vi
WILLIAM NJ. TWEED,
who escaped from the Jacr OF the city and nty OF
New York saturday, December 4, 1875 Al the
time his escape under ind forgery
other crimes, and under arrest civil
in which bail had been liked by the Court at the
amount OF 81, 00O, 0O0.
Tweed: -
He Is about nny-nv years OF age, abou. Ave feet
eleven inches hign will weigh about $50 pounds very
port.y, rudy complexion has rather largo, coarse
promnent features and large, prominent rather
small blue or gray eyes, gray hair IRON original au
burn color; head nearly bald on top from forehead
back to crown, and baro part OF ruddy color; head
projecting toward the crown. His beard may be
moved dyed. and he may wig or DO other
wise disguised. HIS photograph Is attached
WILLIAM e. CONNER, Sheriff.
yIRsr rIDISas
OF the prisoners landing rcnched the Jail Al about
nalI-pass tbrco O'Clock. The grand transformation
scene outside came nitcen minutes later. Tho ciamor-
ings for admission rapidly augmented until tho
keeper had TO do away even with words OF oxpa-
nation Ring followed ring IN quick SUCCESSION and
slam succeeded slam as tbs heavy door shut tho
Iaces OF undesirable visi.ora. Warden Watson paced
up down the Office oor, wne the other occupants
crowded to tho irout where n was expected Tweed
four o cock sudden rushing betokcned some unusual
Occurrences. The throng came upon full run, and In
the short space Of single minute, the approaching
thoroughiares wero bockaded, which immediately
previous contained but the usual number Of passeu
gers. Tho excitement within the building was equally
srcat, and the keepers rushed wildly 20 guard tnc
several entrances, knowing which OF them shs
prisoner would be admitted
sudden whir OF carriage wheels amid the pushing
crowd announced that the famous prisoner had reached
hts destination. There were two vehicles, ono Of
which stopped Immediately in front OF the building
while the other, containing the Sheriff. Under snerr
and prisoner. drove to tho Ludlow street gateway Of
the prison yard. The coach curtains wero closely
drawn down, aud the curious crowd had neither time