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The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

And now comes our good friend Mrs.
A. NJ. Averin with two quarts OF white
blackberries. There seems 70 be = con-
tradictiOn in the name, but the berries
are the size aud shape Of the regular
blackberry, and are = light cream color
They were n euriocity 10 us, Is we never
before heard Of sOhife blaekberries. They
were q rare treat indeed.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
EMPORLA.

NRw ADvERTIsEBENTS.-W present
this week the following list OF new adj.
vertisements. to be found under that head
Druzilla Andrews Legal notice.
j. >. Gibson. Americus-wagons for sale
q. NJ. Ramscy-Strayed or stolen.
Van Z. Iioimcs-For rent
DIR. Morris-FOr sale.
Oats for sale.
NJ. Il. ScotE-IGst
Postonic~-Letter list.
Hiram Conncr-Sherin's sale.
John ID. DaVis-Public sale
Arnold Il Co.-FurDiture, etc
Whitney a Co., Norwich, Ct Wanted.
j. l.. w. Bell-Soap factory.
Joseph Ernst Statement.
w. -. Ferguson--Bakery.
Painter, James 4 Co.--DlssolutIon
Painter a Son-Stock dealers.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

OUR CROPs.-The Oat crop is almost q
total failure throughout Southern Kan
sas. Ten days before cutting the pros
poet was never better, but the rust got
away with the crop In very short order.
The wheat will not average over fiTIeen
bushels to the acre, aud 50 far rs we know
the grade Is considerably below last
uear
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

KILLED by LIGHTNING. A Mexican
herder OF Messrs. Hughes q Hood was
Killed by lightning on Monday last, on
the rang south OF Wichita-his horse wal
also killed. Two other Mexicans were
badly hurt
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Col. II. b. Plumb's lecture at the Pres
byteIial church Tuesday evening, on
banking, was well attended, and very In
teresting. He gave an easily understood
description OF various features OF the
banking business, and an Insight into Its
public usefulness.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Mr.. j. II. Russell had tussel with
that same circular saw that went for Mr..
Yeaman, some months ago, and now goes
around with spllnters on his fingers, and
his hand In n sling.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

While the the NJ, X. q t. freight train
was coming here from Burlington Mon
day afternoon, brakeman named Fisher
while standing on the cabOose, was struck
by the top Of the bridge, and knocked
Oh. He fell on the beams, striking his
head the rail OF the track. The
train was stopped and backed up as soon
rs possible, and he was found to be dead,
with his neck broken. Hts parents live
At Parsons. His body WAS brought here,
and sent to Parsons Tuesday morning.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

IF you want staple drugs, medicines,
chemicals, dye stuffs, druggists sundries,
combs, brushes, soaps, colognes, perfum-
cry, toilet powders, stationery, cutlery,
trusses, supporters, shoulder braces, and
everything pertaining TO the drug trade,
call on DIR. JOHN a. MOORE.
I1ff
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

We recently published. with some com
ments, poem entitled ''The Wounded
Spirit" We want to say, that we really
regard the poem rs very good one, In
idea, expression aud rythm, and desire
the author not to be made unhappy by
any criticisms in regard to It. It Is good
nroductfon
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Mr.. j. q. Jones, of the late Emporis
Foundry, is going to build a new foundry
this season, on the corner Of Market street
and the A. +. & 8. r. railroad track. He
has struck water there and got good
well, and will begin the building mex
week. 1t is far superior location to the
cd one.
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Bancrorps Eye salve is the best.

MAPLEWooD CKMErKRY-H.Co Conner
is the authorized agent for the sale of
lots in this cemetery, located north
west of the city. He win attend to
having graves dug for those who de-
ire him to do so. i IT
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Miss Fiona whitley returned from IL
linols, last week, in company with her
uncle, Mr.. Hammot, and will become q
permanent resident again, which good
news all her friends here will be glad to
learn
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

7. N. Sedgwiek submits his name to
the people OF Lyon county as a candidate
for County Attorney, subject to the ae-
ton Of the Republican county convention
to be held On the 5th Of August.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

the ONCE Of Clerk OF the District Court, at
the coming November election, subject to
the decision Of the Republican convention.
q. w. FRRpRIcK.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

There is to be Sunday school eonven-
ton and picnic, near the junction of the
Neosho and Cottonwood rivers on Satur-
day Aug. 3. 1876 All are cordially in
vfted to attend. n. III. KELLEY,
Vice Pres't Jackson To.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Sunday night and NJ onday morning y
good rain prevailed nearly all over Kan
sas, and all but the very late corn is q
sure and n good crop, this year. Prices
will not advance as they were expected
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

VAcATIoN.-The official board Of the
n. e. church have rendered Rev. A. H.
Walter, OF this city, vacation during
the month Of August, which he has ac-
cepted, and will take = trip east, prob
abIv To the Centennial.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

N. n. Murdoch and wife, OF Wichita
returned from u six weeks visit to the
Centennial, on Tuesday evening, and
stopped over here one day. They also
did at several OF the watering places and
the principal eastern cities.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

TAX LIsT.-We publish to-day the Lyon
county delinquent tax list. 1t gets smaller
aud smaller every year, evidence that our
people pay their taxes better and better
all the time.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

We sell a fine Double Reed Cabinet
Organ, warranted for give years from the
manufacturers, for 800 cash. Remember
this when agents ask you $50 to $500 for
simply Double Reed Organ.
CANOVER BROS.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
SLIGO

Those elegant two button embroidered
back Alexander kid gloves, for one dollar
per pair, are TO be found in all colors, in
Guiding beautiful browns, at
46f PERLEY'S,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

portunity to save money by buying some
tea Of Hankla & Butler, before August LIST.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

See w. o. FergusOn's adv. He is now
not only IN his old stand, but better fixed
than ever. Deal with the old reliable.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Our cOlored citizens are preparing to
celebrate on August I'd, the anniversary
OF emancipation in the West IndIa is
lands. The colored band from Lawrence
will be present.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

We are authorized to announce Z. NJ
Forde as candidate for the ofice Of
County Attorney, subject to the determi.
nation Of the Republican county eOnyen-
ten.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

RETURNED.-Dr.L l.. ID. Jacobs and fam
lily returned from visit OF five or six
weeks in Pennsylvania, the Doctors old
home, and the Centennial, on Saturday
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Fine Imperial tea 50 cents pound, ia
pan teas lower than ever was knownni
this market, only lasts two weeks.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Frank Mccain is doing one OF his best
jobs OF pIastering on M. W. Gilchriest's
new residence.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Will be q candidate for the office o.
CLERK of the District Court of Lyon conn.,
ty, subject to the decision of the Repub-
liean County Convention.
VIII, SKINNER,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

A letter by Mr.. Stubs, from Council
Grove came to late for publication this
week, but will appear In our next issue.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
EvERYDoDY,s RUsEN less.

We have a fine stock Of Drugs and Med
icines, and frst-class men to put up pre-
scriptions. We call attention to our new
styles and colors of mixed paints just re-
ceived. Estimates given of what it will
cost to paint your house. We keep all
the notions. stationery, &e., that we can't
sell. All goods sold at cost with few
cents added to pay expenses and profits.)
Homeopathic medicines at st. Louis prices.
loft TANDY & EASTMAN.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

a couple or nobby young gents perAm.
bulate around too loud In the west part
OF town at unreasonable hours.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

acknowledgements Newman's an
nual closing sale of dress goods, and sum-
mer novelties. Great bargains will be
offered during the next thirty days.
95.ff
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

6. w. Newman is offering his numer-
Gus stock Of erlbroideries, and other fam
ey goods, at extremely low prices to
close. Go AMI see them. 25.tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Mrs. aud Miss Wilding OF Fort Wayne
Indiana, are here visiting the Dougher.
ty's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

During Wednesday evening service at
the christian church, man dressed in
female attire, went there and frightened
the ladies,
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

The best assortment OF parasols in the
city. at g. w. Eewman's, and they
will be sold at cost until all are disposed
of. 25-tf.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
991l1S4l1 So

To the Working Clas.-We can furnish you
employment at which you can make very
large pay, in your own localities, without be-
ing away from home over night. Agents
Wrnted in query town and county TO take
subscribers for the Centennial Record, the
largest publication in the United StateS-l6
pages, q columns; elegantly illustrated;
terms only 81 per year. The Record IL devot-
ed TO whatever Is Of interest connected with
the Centennial year. The great exhibition
at Philadelphia is fully illustrated in detail.
Every body wants it. The whole people feel
great interest in their country's Centennial
birthday, and want to know about IL. An ell
egant patriotic crayon drawing premium pic
ture Is presented free to each subscriber. Ie
Is entitled, ''In remembrance OF the One Hun
dredth Anniversary Of the Independence OF
the United States.f Size, - ~ 30 inches.
ANY one can become . successful agent, GeE
but show the paper and picture and hundreds
Of subseribers are easily obtained everywhere.
There is no business that will pay like this
at present. We have many agents who ars
making as high as 80 per day and upwards.
Now Is the time; don't delay. Remember ik
costs nothing to give tie busin ess trial. Send
for our circulars, terms, and sample cory Of
paper, which are sent free 70 all who aDplys
do it to-day. Complete outfit free TO these
who decide to engage. Farmers and mecAaH-
les, and their sons and daughters make the
very best OF agents. Address,
THE CENTENNIAL RECORDs
26-3ms Portland Maine.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Arthur Plumb lett US some very fine
large and luscious Eearly Houst apples
from his orchard. They are the largest
and best apples we have seen this year.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Lamp, and lamp fixtures IN endless va
riety, and bracket lamps and refiectors
complete, for S1.25, $3.50 and $1.75, at
7tf PERLEY & RYDER's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

G. P. Jones & Co. have just received an
elegant line of the latest novelties in gem
tlemen's neck ties and scarfs. 14tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Trusses, supporters and shoulder
braces in great variety, at
7tf PERLEY & RYDER's.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Mr.. 4 Mrs. II. n. Murdoch, Of Wichita,
arrived here Tuesday, on the even
ing train, from their Centennial trip.
They took six weeks and saw 1t all.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Rubber goods, full line constantly on
hand, and cheaper than elsewhere at
45tf PRRLEYsS.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Remember the Republican primary
meetings, tomorrow, Saturday even
ing.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

The finest boots and shoes to be had In
Emporia, are found at the red flag store,
at J. 8. Jones old store. and Evans is clos
ing them out at net invoice cost. 1t.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Fred Hirth has commenced work as 9
cabinet maker again in EmpOria. He
may be found on sixth avenue few
doors east Of TUE NEWS block.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Do not buy Piano or Organ until you
have written to Conover Bros, Kansas
City, and received catalogues and special
prices.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Remember that Evans closing out
sale OF boots and shoes has commenced,
ct j. s. Jones old stand, look out for the
red flag. 1t
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

NEW ROSEWOOD PIANOS FOR S225.-
Do not buy till you have seen the above
bargains at Conover Bros, Kansas City.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

A full stock of pure drugs, medicines,
paints, oils, dye stuff and patent medi-
cines to be found at
7tf PERLEY & RYDER'S.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

There will be service in the Episcopal
curch next Sunday morning.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Prescriptions carefully compounded and
delivered to any part of the city, by.
7tf PERLEY & RYDER.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

The stock of Gents FURNISHING Goods
Is Eow full at G. p. Jones & Co.'s. 9-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

w. o. Ferguson is agent for the excel
sior school seat, manufactured at Indian
apolis. Specimens are at his store.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Twenty cases of mems boots to be sold
at cost, at Evans reg flag store.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Remember the tea sale only lasts two
weeks, SO go at once and save money on
an article of daily use.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Painter & ames, OF Kansas City, have
dissolved, and the firm has again become
Painter q Son.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Tandy's Universal Ague Pills are 1cdT-
rGnted to cure Ggue. For sale by Tandy
& Eastman, and Spencer s Ryder, Empo-
ria. Kansas 4Itf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

1t will pay you to buy or 10 pounds Of
tea, during the great sale at HankIa &
ButIeras.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

$1,000 worth of ladies and children's
shoes, to lie sold at cost, at Evans red flag
store, 1t.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Corn 10 to % cents; oats bets; wheat
90 TO 9Octs.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

If you want a good shave, shampoo
and hair cut, go to Fred. Haussler's,
under Dun1ap's bank. soft
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
CUT THIS OUT
Closing of Malls at Emporia.

A., T. q >. y x. X.
Going East-Cioses at (: S:45 A. n.
Going West-Closes at $3.50 p. NJ.
M, X. q T. X. X.
Going South-ClOses at 6:15 A, NJ.
Going North--Closes at $40 p. NJ.
EUREKA.
Closes ut $50 A. n
Every Saturday at /: 1880 A. NJ
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Ferguson has improved In his ice cream
and sets up first class article.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

We acknowledge the receipt Of . COM
plImentIary ticket to the annual fair 1T
Neosho Falls September % TO %.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Go and see the new stock of hats and
caps at G. p. Jones & Co.'s, which they
have just received. 9-tf
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

G. P. Jones s. Co, are. RECEIVING orders
for suits every day. Come along. eff
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
FARMERS DON'T FAIL


To take your wheat, oats, rye, barley,
seed and corn to the
ST. LOUIS FORWARDING HOUSE.
Immediately west Of the Santa Fe railroad de-
pos, Empcria, Kansas. There you can get
tie Highest prSce ~ cash for all your grain, -
we have our own Commission House In s..
ISu1s, and sell our own grain. thereby saving
commissions, thus giving rs advantages over
other shippers who have 20 depend on CON-
mission men to do their selling.
We are also prepared 70
FURNISH COAL
by the car load. wagon load or bushsl, asrss.
sonable rates.
Farmers, please come ana seeus and be con-
We DEzI or TIE SQUARE KZZR Y0U.
Remember the ce-immsdiateiy west OF
the Santa Re depot. Emporia. Kansas.
J. 6. HORNBARaER. Agent.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

1 will pay $50 for one case of Neuralgia
that Braneroft's discovery will not cure
in twenty minutes. T. D. Bancroft.
Sold by DIR. ]. A. Moore.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Mr. Wharton, candidate for Co.
Supt., has been dropping around town
to see his friends.
Louis Sutton, our grain dealer,
has been seriously i'll the past week.
The Masonic lecture Friday even
ing last, by the Rev. DR.. Mckinney
was well attended, of more than ordi-
nary ability, and especially interesting
to the craft.
Trade is quiet in town farmers are
busy harvesting; corn crop looks well
and smiles from the exhilating effects
of the Sunday afternoon shower.
L. A. Wood, our worthy county
commissioner, has gone east to visit
friends and will take in the Centenni-
al before he returns.
-aRnfe" Is out of the pasture bu-
siness; "Bub" feels weakly; the new
blacksmith sounds his bugle, and Kaes-
senger is bound to set DIR. Wright
on wheels. ANON.
NoTIcR.-Al persons owing me are
requested to settle. Unjust have money.
or good paper. Don't forget this.
Respectfully Us. GIBSON.
Americas. KAN, July 25th, 1876. sO-3
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AMERICUS.

The boys seem to have kite on the brain,
as they keep the air full of them.
we listened to a quite lengthy and
strictly Masonic lecture Friday night,
and were ca FRIED by the discourse far, far,
back in the history. Free Masonry
would be glad to hear reply from some
able speaker.
Are the young ladies going TO see 1876
go by without giving any more leap-year
are calamity waiting for tie fair ones to
improve the time. 30. wish were a
boy again."
m. Torrance Swim, from Usage, Mr..
Toby, from Illinois, Mr.. Taylor. from
Ohio. and numerous other strangers are
stopping in town this week. tf'
j. w. 10y stated last week that he
has had some experience in the growing
of grasses and that they do well with
him, any information which he may give
on the production of lawn or bluegrass
| will be thankfully received as we have
| tried it different ways, and have failed.
We have sown it before q rain and raked
| 1t In. We have sown It after rain and
| fained it in. We have soWn 1t In the rain
and trampled it, and when the weeds
were chopped down in the fall. We have
| searched for the grass and found it not.
Nevertheless regardless Of our poor sue
cess, we still believe Kansas to be good
grass producing State, (grass widow $
Of course accepted.)
"A splendid rain fell at the tore part
| Of the week, which will make the corn
crop sure and be very beneficial for full
blowing.
%. b. Wharton, candidate for the of.
fee of County Superintendent, was with
US last week. Mr., Wharton is a very
able and successful teacher, and well
suited for the position to which he as.
pires. G.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

4 pounds of Imperial tea for $1.OO till
August LIST.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Bancroft's Liver Pills are the best for
this climate. Sold by DR.. Moore.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

FrNE.-James Smiths Imperial cigars.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

spOunds Of Young Tyson tea for 81 90
till August LIST.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28
PATIENTS !

DERSOHS desiring to take ont Patents. or
desiring information from the u 81 Pat
enS Once, should consult =. A. LEHEkNN
SetieIter Of American sa& Forelga Patents
w ashingtons u. e. Examinations free. No
'enti1 pay. Send for circular. I-tf7
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Thirty new subscribers this week.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Ask for James Smiths Imperial cigars.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

The great tea sale At HAukla & Buffers
only continues till August LIST.
The Emporia news. [volume] (Emporia, Kan.) 1859-1881, 1876-07-28

Smoke James Smiths Imperial cigars.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1876-12-09

act because OF their Difference TO the forms
Of constitutional law, or because OF their
fear Of disturbing the peace and leopard
izing the business interests OF the country,
let them look at the probable alternative. II
history repeats itself, It Is set fortl, In these
sentences:
sc Roman liberty was Frustrated forever.
Tyrants, armed with absolute and irrespon-
sible power, ruled over the empire; nor
could theirtyranny end but with their lives.
Noble sentiments and aspirations were. re-
buked. The usual jealousy Of tyrants was
awakened TO every emancipating influence
on the people. They were amused with
shows and spectacles, but could not make
their voices heard regarding public injuries.
They were absolutely in the hands OF iron
masters. One man reigned supreme. His
will was law; the Senate was only his SER
want. 1t soGs treason to find fault scith any
public acts, and revolt spGs madness. The
world never saw a more rapid retro
grade in human rights, or greater prostra-
ton OF liberties. Taxes were imposed ac-
cording to the caprice OF the Government.
Provincial governors became more Tdpu-
cio,ls and cruel. Judges feared to decide
against the Government. A vile example
was presented to the people in their rulers,
The emperors sqLandered immense sums
on their private pleasures, and set public
opinion at defiance. Women became de-
based from the influences OF corrupt and
unblushing court. All lofty spirits were
crushed, and patriotism became an impossi-
bility, The humiliating conviction was
fastened upon all classes that liberty was
extinguished and that they were the slaves
Of an irresponsible power" sex