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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
The Mission TO England-Opinion
that Gen. ScheRck will be Re.
turned.

Special to New York Tribune.
WASHINGTON, April 12-The Uni
ted States mission to England will be
allowed to remain in its present condi-
ton for some time-perhaps for as
long period as two months. Senator
Cameron, Chairman of the Foreign
committee of the Senate, called on the
President to-day and had 3 long talk
ON the subject, during which both gen.
tlemen expressed themselves very
friendly to Gen. Schenck, and both
hoped ne would be able to relieve him.
self of the imputations cast upon him
in connection with the Emma mine.
They thought the case had been great
ly improved since Gen. Schenck had
arrived, and they expressed the belief
that he was not guilty of any Intention
al wrong ar improperly, but that he
had gone into the mine as an honest
business speculation.
In regard to the mission, the Presi-
dent informed Senator Cameron that
the appointment had been rendered to
a prominent gentleman-the name ID
not made public-snd he had declined.
The President also said that he should
now wait until the committee on For
eign Affairs of the House had reported
on Gen. Schenck's case, before taking
action in the mattOr. From this fact
and others that have become known
to-day, there is no doubt that the Pres
ident intends to retain Gen. Schenck,
unless the committee bring in q very
damaging report against him. There
is grave doubt as to whether General
Schenck is not yet in Office, and he is
himself, as he stated to-day, uncertain
whether he il still Minister to England
or plaiu Mr.. Schenek. He asked per-
mission to visit the United States,
which was granted by the State De-
partment. He subsequently resigned,
but 1t is urged. that his resignation is
not to take effect until the appoint
ment of his successor. A successor can
not be appointed except by consent of
the Senate, and the Senate refused to
consent to the appointment Of Mr..
Dana. Besides, Gen. Schenck has not
presented letters of recall to the British
Government, nor has that Government
been notified of any change in General
Scenck's relations.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

endorsement of MOrton's course were adopted
IS 4 compliment to him.
The resolutions adopted recite the great
achievements of the Republican party, and
declare that it will.remain faithful to its prin-
ciples; favor honesty and economy in the ad-
nini.tration, punishment of all dishonest Off
cials, and return to specie payments; it OPP
poses the division of the school fund for sec
tartan purposes, asks Congress to pass law
for the protection of the ballot-box, endorses
the administration Of President Grant, and re-
commends the construction of such water
lines and railroads as will connect
the east and west, north and south,
furnish cheaper transportation from the
interior TO the seAboard. The dele
gates at large are Hon. John Z. Lewis,
w. II. H. Stowell, w. \. Stevens (colored,)
and Richard H. Carter. A majority of the
delegation are instructed for Blaine, and the
remainder are divided between Morton and
COnkling
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

A PERFECT and complete marriage
is perhaps as rare as perfect personal
beauty. Men and women are married
fractionally, now small fraction, then
a large fraction. Very few are marri-
ed totally, and they are only after some
forty or fifty years Of gradual approach
and experiment. Such long and
sweet fruit is complete marriage that
1t needs very long summer to ripen
in, and then long winter to melIew
and season in. But a real happy mar.
risge Oflove and Judgment, between Q
noble man and woman, Is one of the
things 30 very handsome that If the sun
were, as the Greek poets tabled, q god,
he might stop the world, in order to
feast bis eyes with such spectacle
Theodore Parker,
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
New Series-VOl. 16. No. Il

ConkIing men, and Mr.. Cameron's Pennsyl-
vania delegation should join the Ohio delega-
tion, Gov. Hayes could be nominated. But
here are three ifs in Il row-enough to vitiate
any calculation. And perhaps, instead of go
ing to Ohio, these forces would ask Ohio to
come to them, and join them in bringing out
a new candidate like Mr.. Wheeler. The
united Conkling, Morton, and Cameron forces
will make the mountain, and the Ohio Mo-
hammed may have to go it.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
AND NOW, BLAINE.
An Indianapolis Banker Charges
that Blaine Took So, 600 from
the Union Pacific Railroad
COmpany.-The Lie Quickly
Rum to Earth.

INDIANAPOLIS, April 1.-THE Sem
tinel of this morning asserts that J. y.
Harrison, prominent banker OF this
city, and for a number of years o Gov
ernment Director in the Union Pacific
Railroad, is in possession of facts incui.
pating ex-Speaker Blaine in receiving
$64, 900 previous to 1872 from the
Union Pacific Railroad Company, for
which worthless Arkansas bonds were
deposited as security, and that Mr.. Har-
risOn had endeavOred to procure an In
vestigation of the committee Of direc.
tors, but was prevented on the ground
that such action would be detrimental
to Mr.. Blaine's political proepects.
Since the publication of the above, Mr..
Harrison has been asked for state
ment of the facts, but declined to say
more than that, if brought before Q
Congressional committee, he Will tell
all he knows a tout it without conceal
ment.
INDIANAPOLIS, April 1.-THE Journ-
al's editorial tomorrow discredits and
repudiates the report published in the
Sentinel to-day, duplicating ex-Speak-
er Blaine in irregularities in connection
with the Union Pacific Railroad.
WASHINGTON, April 1.-THE story
credited to the indianapolis Sentinel Of
Yesterday has been in circulation for
some time past in private politicai
circles. Mr.. Blaine was made acqraint-
ed with it, and promptly denied 1t,
stating that it was entirely sensational
AID unfounded. The story as repeated
in Washington circles was that draft
was paid for Mr.. Blaine's benefit by
Morton, Bliss 4 Co., of New YORK, and
was afterward taken MP and paid by
Z. III. RawlIns, Treasurer Of the Union
Pacific Railroad Company. In taxing
measures recently to correct 1t, Mr.
Blaine received the following letter:
NEW YORK, April 6, 1879.
Hon. j. g. Blaine, Washington
DEAR SIR-In answer to your IN
auiry we beg to say that no draft, note
or chcck or other evidences Of value
has ever passed through our book IN
which YOU were known or supposed 70
have any interest Of any kind, direct OF
indirect.
Very respectfully,
MORTON, BLISS d Co.
Also the following:
OFFICE UNION PACIFIC r. r. Co.,
Boston, March 81, 1876. }
Hon. j. G.. Blaine, Washington:
DEAR SrR-In response to your In
quiry, beg leave to state that ! have
been Treasurer of the Uaion Pacifc
railroad Company since April 9, 1871,
and have necessarily known OF AL as
lbursements made since that date.
During the entire period. and npto the
present time, / am sure that no money
has been paid In any way or TO oany per
son by the company by which you
we're interested in any manner what
ever. / make this statement in justics
| to the company, to you and 70 myself.
Very respectfully.
| e II. RAWIINx.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

THE Supreme Court of the United States
has at length decided the celebrated Os2ge
land case, the decision being in favor of the
settlers against the railroad companies. The
question involved the title of $50, 900 acres of
land in Kansas, and was the largest and per-
haps most important land case ever presented
for adjudication in this country. There are
now on these ceded lands population of at
least $4,000 people, possessing schools, church
es and various industrial establishments. A de-
cision in favor of the railroad companies would
have abrogated the title of these people to
their property, which was regularly purchased
from the United States
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

The Indiana State Supreme Court is thor
ough-going Democratic tribunal. 1t is now
publicly charged that the court has been gull
ty of habitual peculation in charging the per-
sonal expenses Of the Judges to the State,
with other corrupt practices. This is the court
which some time ago decided thst the children
of colored parents in that State are not en-
titled to the benefits of the free school system
in places where no colored schools exist.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

AFTER enumerating the intrigues on foot for
the nomination at Cincinnati, the Gazette of
that city says:
All these sordid pursuits and low views
must be overcome in the Convention, if the
Republican party would succeed. 1t must rise
to the question: What candidate will best
meet the demand of the independent Republi-
can mind for reform and high character? Who
will command the confidence of the Republi-
can masses ia all sections of the country?
Their demand will be, not who has most ser
vilely followed the Administration, but who
has shown the purest and most resolute deter
mination to elevate its character. Not who
can command most of the support of Office
holders and seekers, but who will do the most
to drive the corrupt from Office. Not who
will have the voice of spoilsmen and mercen-
ary adventurers, but who is most feared and
hated by all the elements of profgacy and
corruption
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
WASHINGTON, April 4, 1875,
}. A. HowELLs, ESQ.

IT is related of A T. Stewart that he was
not greatly given to hospitality, but he al
ways entertained his friends at dinner on Sun
day afternoon. Every one on his visiting list
was at liberty TO come, the only condition
being that fifteen minutes notice should be
given. In this way he gathered around his
board, week after week, number, greater or
less, according to circumstances, of distin-
guished citizens or strangers. He was con-
noisseur in wines, but personally very abste-
mious, and his cellar contained some of the
rarest Madeiras, sherries and ports in the
country. His picture gallery is well known.
He was no judge of pictures himself, but he
employed people in whom he had confidence
to select for him. In this way he acquired a
number of masterpieces, but sometimes was
saddled with works of inferior merit. His
last purchase was Meissonier's great painting
containing an immense number of figures,
for which he paid 100000 in gold Previous
to the death OF the late VIM. B. Astor, in
1874, Mr.. Stewart was the second largest
holder of real estate in New York.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

THE eighth annual report of the United
States geological and geographical survey Of
the Territories, under the direction of Profess
sor F. V. Hayden, is about to be issued. 1t
will form one of the most important and in
teresting documents yet produced by tine
survey
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
BELMONTCHRON|CLE.
ST, GAINESVILLE, OHIO.
THURSDAY. APRIL 20, 1875.

The sales inStewart's wholesale and retail
store, New York, are said TO have aggregated
in one year the enormous sum Of $5, 900, 900.
Eighteen acres are devoted to retail dry goods
purposes, and 1900 employees were in the
paw of the late merchant prince
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
Blaine Gets the Virginia Del
egatiOn.

LYNoHBURe, April 13.-The Republican
State Convention was organized permanently
by the election of Hon. J. R. Senior chairman.
Resolutions were adopted as reported by the
committee on resolutions and also resolutions
Of preference for Mr.. Blaine. Resolutions of
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20

Mr.. John Bright was invited to at
tend . laborers' meeting tn Somerset
shire, England, recently, And replied {:
II cannot come to your annual meet
ing, but hope the desire to have the
franchise may increase among the farm
lsborers, and that the vote may be
granted to them."
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
MASONIC DIRECTORY, 1874.

Belmont Lodge, No. l6, F q A. NJ. meets ev:
cry Wednesday night on or preceding the full
p'non H. r. BUMGARNER, W. N.
T. b. FERRELL, Sec'y.
st. Ciairsville Chapter. No. Il Royal Arch
nasons meets Sd Friday night each month at
st. Clsirsville and the LIST Friday eaSh montn
At Bridgeport JAMES CLARK, ID. +.
T. a. FERRELL, Sec'y.
Belmont Council, No. 81 Royal Select aad
super Excellent Masters, meets on the Second
Tuesday night of every month.
C. W. CARROLL, T. j. g. N.
d. BAILY, Rec.
Hope Commandery No. &c of knights Temp.
ara, meets IN the first Tuesday night OF every
month. A. J. bAGGS, Em Com
+. d. BAILEY. Rec. marlHN
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
Hon. B. f. Wade ON Gov. Hayes.

AAOAAs lie u w tAuC OH ~Ovs my Cbs
At the State Convention and since, some of
the people and papers who do not favor Gov
ernor Hayes, intimated that the Convention
put their foot in it when they so enthusi-
astically nominated Mr.. Wade as delegate
at large, as he was not for Governor Hayes.
The following extract from private letter
from MIR. Wade to the editor of the Ashtabula
Sentinel, is clear enough on the Hayes ques-
ton:
WASHINGTON, April 4, 1876
}. A. HowELLs, ESQ.,,
DEAR SIR My eleston as del
egate TO the National Convention, took me by
surprise. Had been present, should have
declined the honor; but can assure you that
Governor Hayes has no better friend in the
Convention than myself. And on this senti-
ment | am in full accord with the delegation
of our District, and l shall thank God if we
shall be able to get as good a man for our
standard bearer in the coming election. And
| shall make a sincere and earnest endeavor in
the Convention to secure his nomination.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1876-04-20
Rnsiafss Cards.
ID. ID. T. COWEN,

Attorneg at Lar, st. CzairsUil'e, Ohio.
-ssrOnice on north hide Of Main Street. . few
doors east of Marietta Street.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28
Indepen6euc

j. Fred. Meyers, Esq, editor of the
Denison Reyi,c whose recent lecture in
our city on Martin Luther was listened
to with SO much satisfaction and apprccia-
ton, thus speaks of our city and institu-
tons in his paper of last week:
We had the pleasure of delivering Il
lecture at IndcI cndencc, Buchanan Co.,
which is one of the brightest of the many
fine villages with which Iowa is dotted
We presume it has about 3, 500 inhabitants;
and while it is not remarkable for its size,
it is noted for the healthfuiness and beauty
of situation, for its energetic and intelli-
gent people, and its many beautiful
homes.
Among its institutions is free library
and reading-room, supported by direct
tax upon the property of the village. This
rcading-room is numeIously visited and
popular among all classes.
Since the great fire some twenty elegant
brick buildings, only two stories high,
1t is true, but with very neat front, have
been constructed; and in another year the
visible effects OF the calamity will be
wiped out.
The times are - tight there, as every
where, but there is apparently more money
in circulation, and Il greater amount of
business transacted than in most places.
We had the pleasure OF meeting Judge
S. j. w. Tabor, Fourth Auditor, in whose
excellent library we spent most of our
| time. 1t is room 16X2O, two stories
hlgh making it 20 feet in the clear, with
an inside stairway and gallery, so that the
books can easily be reached above and be-
low. 1t contains only 1900 volumes, as
nearly 1000 are still in Washington City.
In the historical and religious philosophi
cal departments the library is unusually
rich. Side by side with the works of Cal
vim are those of Voltairc; while Straus and
Renan, Spencer, Paley and Moshiem look
down as serencly as if within their covers
there were not the broadest differences of
views A library like this, which repre-
sents not merely $4,000 in money value,
but years of painstaking care and research,
is of great moment to the village as an
educational agency.
We also met our old friend, Hon. VIM.
G. Donnan, who looks as strong and
bright as when he trod the halls of Con-
gross, and to whom we are obliged for
his good opinion and appreciativc remarks
at the close of our lecture.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28

THE LEAP YEAR PATTY This anx-
iously awaited and much talked of social
event came off on Thursday evening of
last week, and was Il complete and tri-
umphant success The lady managers
won unstntcd praise for the complete
ness of the arrangements, and the tact and
skill displayed in making the affair SO
pleasant to the large crowd in attendance.
The ladies, of course, took the initiative
in everything, not only paying all the
bills, but also paying the most assiGuous
and devoted attention to their gentlemen
partners. The latter we are pleased to
state, looked exceedingly fascinating, and
accepted the many attentions showered
upon them with becoming grace and
modcsty The occasion was one for more
than the usual display of fine costumes.
The ladies were all dressed supcrbly, and
the room presented most beautiful and
animated appearance. Were we possessed
of particle of the jenkins faculty we
might essay to describe some of those rich
garments, but assured that our fair readers
would only laugh at our effort, we refrain.
The party was tile notable incident of the
dancing season, and with splendid music,
congenial associations, and perfect ar
engagements, was, by the unanimous vote of
the gentlemen, pronounced superb sue
cess.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28

Although some time has elapsed since the death
OF DR.. Brooks. cannot refrain from rendering
our sympathy and coincidence 10 his friends and
bereaved widow. He died on the 2lst ultimo, OF
pneumonia, after very short illness. He retain
ed his mental powers and consciousness to the
very latest moment.
Dr. b. was born in kenawa Va. Oct. 9TH 1882
and at the age of 10 years graduated with the high
est honors in the Louisville Medical College In
1852 he emigrated to Oregon being IN what ls
known as the starvation Tran''-and settled IN
Jacksonville. Oregon. In 1862 he moved to The
Dalles, and rapidly secured an extensive practice.
which he retained to the day OF his death In 1865
he married Mrs Cation who is a cousin OF Capt
Coe-but left no issue.
The funeral sermon was preached by Rev Mr.
Hill pastor Of the Baptist church OF this city. and
was very appropriate to the occasion at times
moving the audience to tears-after which the
mortal remains were followed. by a large con
course OF citizens, to the Masonic burial ground,
for seputure.
1t was our fortune to be personally acquainted
with the deceased That he was possessed OF .
large hear, and warm and noble impulses, all who
knew him will cheerfuliy testify. He was evei
ready to aid the distressed and alleviate the suffer
nys and sorrows OF the afflicted and bereaved. =
He was a kind neighbor. worthy citizen, and al
affectionate husband; and the place he occupied
IA physician will not be easily filled. May He
who '.ttmpers the wind to the shorn lamb" sus
tain and protect her whose heart is torn and madt
desolae by this affective dspensation.- DaHe'
(Oreg0n) Irit"m.
DR.. Brooks was a son-in-law of Mrs
Chandler of this city.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28
From HazletOn.
HAZLECON. lows

HAZLETON Iowa.
EDITOR BULLETIN: Not to be behind
other towns in the county, Ilazleton must
be heard from through the columns of the
BULLETIN. While the absence of billiards.
makes farmers good natured, making i:
so much more comfortable for all kinds
of stock, the good people are wide-awakc
to contend with the attending evils of sa-
looms, having organized Il Good Tempars'
Lodge, which Is in good working order,
with ninety three members enrolled in the
cause of temperance. There is plenty to
do where onc-third of the business places
are saloons, or worse. But with Mr.. AL
den Spear, a $50 pound veteran Good
Templr at the helm, we soon expect TO
make it improbable for anybody to fol
low the low business of saloon keeping in
our otherwise quiet town. We are favor,
ed with preaching every alternate Sabbath
ny Rev l.. w. Brintnall, of your city -
The Rev. Mr.. Bailey, of Buffalo Grove,
has been holding IL series of meetings,
with apparent good result. What Halle,
ton wants most now is II good church.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28
Remember This.

Now is the time of the year for Pneu
monia, Lung Fever, Coughs, Colds, and
fatal results Of predisposition to Consmp
ton and other Throat an. Lung Disease
BosCHEE's GERMAN SYRUP has been uset
in this neighhorhood for the past two .o1
thee years without Il single failure to cure
If YOU haze not used this medicine your
self, go to G. II. Wallace and ask him o.
its wonderful success among his custom
crs. Two doses will relieve the wors
case. If you have no faith in any medi
cine just buy sample bottle of Boschee:
German Syrup for ten cents and try it
Regular sized bottle, IS cents. Don't neg
lcct cough to save rs cents. % COW
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28
Churchand Society Directory

PRESBYTERIAN--W B. Phelps. Pastor. Sab
bath service 10 80 A. NJ and ZOO P NJ Sab
bath School, l2 O'Clock. Prayer meeting. We'd
nesday evening at 200,
METHODIST EPISCOPAL-H. S. Church Pastor
Sabbath service, 1890 A. NJ. and 700 +: NJ.
Sabbath School, - NJ. Prayer meeting, Wed
nesday evening at 700
CONGREGATIONAL-L w. Brrtnal Pastor
Sabbath service. 80 A. NJ. and 700 ?. NJ; Sab
bath school, u NJ. Prayer meeting, Wednes-
day evening, at 700.
BAPTIsT-F. A. Marsh. Pastor. sabbath ser,
vice, 10 80 A. NJ. and 700 P. NJ Sabbath school
at 1900 N. Prayer meeting, Wednesday even
ing at zoo. -
ST. JAMES EPIsCOPAL-Thos b. Kemp, Rector
Regular Sunday service, morning and evening
At the ringing Of the bell; also service every
Wednesday evening. Sunday school immedl-
ately after morning service.
GERMAN PRESBYTERIAN g. Schalble,
Pastor Services at 10 80 A. NJ. and TOO p. NJ.
Sabbath school at 200 P. NJ Prayer meeting
Wednesday evening at 1880
CATHOLIC-Sr. JOHN THE EVANGELIST Pastor
Rev John L. Gosker. Services every Sunday
Low Mass at s1i a. M High Mass at loii a. m
Sunday school at 200 p. IN. Nespeis at 300
p m Evening services occasionally ft
10. O. INDEPENDENCE LODGE, No. 142. I. O..
0. f. meets every Monday Eve, at O'Clock.
Members in good standing are cordially invited
NJ. r. EASTMAN. Sec'y D. W. BEucKARr n. G.
JouN WILEY, Treas. FRED SMITH, V. G.
TO- o. F-INpEPENpENcE ENcAMrMENT. No.
S. %. O. +. meets the second and fourth
Thursday in each month. NJ. b TINS. c. y.
j. s. BOUcK. Scribe
INDEPENDENCE LODGE. No. 81. A F. & A. NJ.
Meets at Masonic Hall, on Wednesday. on or
before the full moon in each month.
U. II =. R,szELL, W. NJ.
S. DEERING, Sec'y.
AHOLIAB CHAPTER. No. 81. r. A. M.-Meets
at Masonic Hall. on Thursday, on or after the
full moon in each month.
ID. 5. DEERING, II. p
G. B. WARNE, Sec'y.
A. o. U. W.
EVERGREEN LODGE, No. A.-AIeets every
Friday evening, at the Lodge Room, over b
Welch & Co q store, Main St.
OFFICERS.
GEO. b. WARNE, W. NJ w. :. LUTHER, G. +.
D. b. SANFORD, o. w. H. JosLIN. r.
A. c. GILLIAN Financier. L. S. WILCOX. Receiver.
Buchanan County bulletin. [volume] (Independence, Iowa) 1869-1891, 1876-01-28

THE WORLD ALMANAC FOR 1876 We
have received copy of the above publ
cation, containing, besides the usual cal
cndars, large amount of statistical news,
especially very full returns of the last
elections in the several States, together
with other matter of interest to politicians
and the general reader. Price % cents.
Address The World, New York.