The Morning herald., 1877-12-05
ONE CENT.
THE NOVEMBER COURT.
CIVIL AND CRIMINAL CAsEs-MORE LIQUOR
CASES.
New CASTLE, Dec. 4, 1877.

't CASES.
e New CASTLE, Dec. 4, 1877.
MORNING SESSION,
The Court opened this morning at 1:
O'Clock, Chief Justice Comegys and Asso.
ciate Justices Wootten and Houston, on th,
bench. 49,.
The case of William Grier vs.. Victo,
Oenan was continued. Bird for plaintiff
fepper and Whiteley for defense The
french letter which was produced yesterday,
was translated by Prof. Loublgnac, of this
city, who stated that on account of bad
writing and composition of the letter, IT
LOOK IRON $50 last evening until 2 o'c-ock
thls morning to write literal translation.
The whole forenoon was taken up, and
part OF the afternoon, In arguing this case
Verdict for plaintiff. Damages 1926.
REPORT OF THE GRAND JURY.
The Grand Jury came into Court about
o'clock and presented the following, most
lucid and suggestive report, which we
condense in our columns: and after being
complmented by the Court for the faithful
performance of their duties they were
discharged.
There were 377 bills of Indictment before
them, 1928 were found as true bills, and 40
ignored. Four Of the true bills were for
capital offences. The revolving frequency
of the crime Of rape was adverted to, with
hopes that Its prompt punishment will deter
felohs in future from its commission.
A Quarter Sessions Court for the city of
Wilmington is advocated upon the score of
economy and convenience.
The liquor law in all its bearings is
discussed with wisdom and practical
philosophy noL often to be found in Grand
Jury presentments. They take occasion to
notice the indisposit'on of witnesses to
testify against those who violate the liouor
law, ard admit that IT is measurably
unpopular, although they conclude that Il
Is amply sufficient for all practical purposes
If 1t is sustained by the performance of
popular duty. u."
Tne County Aims House is reported to he
In an excellent condition, and its inmates
comfortably treated; but with an enlightened
and advancing humanity, they condemn the
present department for the insane, and
recommend such changes as would be
worthy of an intelligent and benevolent
,eople.
The management OF the county prison, in
o far as care, cleanliness and good order is
oncerned, is made the subject of compn-
nent and praise. 1t is, however, suggested
hat additional quarters for the constantly
Increasing number of prisoners has become
! necessity.
The Court House and its manifest unfit
ess for the large amount of business traps-
cted is the subject of lengthy and we'll
ned centure, and they hope that it will
ave the effect of stimulating the proper
uthorities. will give US court room
orthy of county as wealthy as that of
urs.
The old and well-worn subject Of corporal
unisbment and its punitory effects upon
'iminals Is fully discussed, and the Grand
lry bravely stands up for the whipping
0st.
A House of Correction is recommended
J means of con6ning and educating
venile Offenders in such manner as to win
em back into good citizenship.
The Grand Jury conclude by returning
anks to the court, and to the Attorney
eneral and his deputy for their curtious
Twice ut all times when asked for by the
rand Jury, and also for their dignihed
ID Jealous performance of their high
notions. Report signed by William Can
, Foreman, and H. Eckel, Secretary.
The next case was that Of George W.
'dge vs.. G. E. Grubb. An action On
omissory note for $50. Verdict for plain.
for s7s, principal and interest. A
reign attachment issued.
]. L. Custer & Son, of Philadelphia, VS..
argarct A. Bostick. An action recover
lount due tor goods sold and delivered.
rditt for plaintiff for $267.
Consolidated National Bank va, Adminis,
tors of F. G. Finn. Action on promis-
y note to recover judgement. Verdict
plaintiff for $4, ,49l13.
The Newport National Bank VS.. the same.
action on promissory note. Verdict for
intif for So, ,696.47.
j. Il. Ogle vs.. the same. Also an action
promissory note. $376.O7. Verdict for
lntih for S4l1.79, principal and interest.
Mr.. schmuck, charged in six cas.s with
ling liquor without license. They were