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The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
RaIalN ROYAL.

Among the many changes to take place soon
on the grand boulevard none will be more strik-
ing and more indicative of the good time to come
than the swayipg to the breeze the banners Of the
grand "Palais Royal" Our enterprisipg friend
Levy, who has for 80 many years been the popu-
lar proprietor OF the dollar store, No. 1877 Canal
street. seems to have had his faith shaken in re-
publican Institutions and ideas, and is deter
mined, with enc fell swoop, to obliterate the
name of dollar store forever. He ID making prep
arations for the opening Of this elegant and gor-
geous establishment, and nothing will be spared
in making it the most attractive place in the
Southern country. Levy's dollar store is known
throughout the whole South, and as it has been
known for it's promptness in filling orders and
the polite attention Of the clerks and the place to
get everything, so will the Palais Royal grow
into popular favor, for We will see in the large
and gilded signs that are to adorn the building
evidences of new era, prosperity which we
have longed for but never expected until the
present time.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

The DeIefsI History Of Little Willie,
tile Habher.


| the Habber.
what's in name that which we cali night.
cart by any other name would smell az sweet
Shakespeare and go did Little Willie when
Judge Smith directed keen eye upon him.
Little Willie was arrested for robbery and locked
up according TO the recognized ,sages TO await
trial In the morning. When the court opened
and his honor, with majestic brow, began to
nod terror into the hearts of the customary
offenders, a genial faced man TREMENDOUSLY
| approached the awful bench. and bending obse.
quiously before his honor begged 10 interoede in
favor Of his friend. "Little Willis 'sJudge. 9
said the petitioner, "Wlie WAS simply on little
spree; he is young and srtless. II you will only
let him 90 this time he will never no on spree
again." The appeal was 30 pathetic that his
honor was curious 10 see this victim of
misplaced confidence, and repaired TO the
dock where, upon being introduced TO
little Willie," he found burly negro about
six and half feet high and broad in proportion,
fesrfsl 10 look Upon. The result OF the inspeo-
ton was that "Iittle Willie's" CASE was tried, and
he Was sent up for trial for robbery before the
Superior Criminal Court. But this IL not the
worst Of 1t. The untoward fortunes OF "Little
Willie" excited the aympathies and reused the
dormant Tyre Of reportorisl bard who oranked
off the following, grinding sweet music from his
organ-like fancy
''t1TTLB w1bbtE"-A ballad.
Dan speak to you moment. Judge,
lie a favor / wish TO ask2
Aud hope you won't refuse me,
For swear I'LL be my last.
have friend in trouble, Judge,
For the first time in bis life.
And ask you to release him
For the sake Of his poor wife.
Little Willie IL his name, Judge;
Come back to the dock and sea,
And am ire when you meet him,
FOUL turn him loose for me.
Willie IL solid in the ward Judge,
For he did good work for me;
II you let him off just this time,
He'll never 90 on spree.
And God knows Of what may happen, Judge,
When election day comes by;
Little Willie liz no common fudge.
And he never tells q lie.
Unless 10 il matter of statesmansbip in wards,
Then let your brow unbend, Judge,
For Mercy. when wsll.timed will bring its own
rewards.
And there's nothing like a Niger TO bear
hateful grudge.
But she Judges brow unbeuded not,
And I've miss Little Willie now"
For hs's bound to board with Capt. Gain,
Who Will "kiss him for his mother"
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
WELLS ON THE PRESIDENTS SOUTH
ENN Foley.
tCincipnaii E,uouirer Interview. I


Reporter Alr. Wells, will you favor
the Enquirer by an expression upon the
political situation?
Gov. Wells-We are not in politics
now, and l don't see any reason for any
expression on my part.
Rep.-But there Id an anxiety to learn
the feeling in regard to the de facto
Presidents Southern policy.
Gov. Wells Well, it suits me. / am
In favor Of It.
Rep.-And how do you think the
Southern people generally like it?
Gov. Wells-Very well, / think.
Rep.-All Of them2
Coy. Wells-Well, the majority Of
them. With tho colored 1t ID eminently
satisfactory.
Repaid with the whites?
Gov. Wells With the majority Of the
whites it ID considered good, especially
with the natives OF our State. Those
who have emigrated there are not so
we'll pleased with 1t.
Rep.--You think. then, that 1t Ia for
the best interests Of the Southern PEG.
pleP
Gov. Wells-Yes, think so. It seems
to be working satisfactorily 80 far, and
] think (here the Governor made a
quick movement to the right, and, paas-
ing the reporter, landed In the elevator)
and think 1t will work out all right In
the end. Go ahead, Mr.. Conductor
and the elevator moved quickly sky
ward.
The Ex-Governor Ia evidently not as
piring for newspaper notoriety just at
present.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
seort 10 some enpedient more simple and less

reeort 10 some efpedient more simple and less
expensive
would propose to have one or more powerful
steam tugs, suitably rugged up with adjustable
rahes and serapers behind. to be operated IN con
nection with the propelere. and TO place these Al
work
NIGHT AND DAY IN rHn CHANNEL
way OF the gut, which can be plainly marked oui
by line OF small bHovs The result anticipated
would be TO stir up the soft loose mud, which en-.
late TO . considerable depth, and have u seooped
out In successive layers TO point Immediate y
below and adjoining the gut, where 4 great
depth OF water exists, furnishing 4 suitable re.
ceptaele for the surplus stuff without In the least
endangeripg navigation In that quarter.
taken without delay. and while there is still an
outward current TO assist the action Of the
scrapers, there IL strong hope to believe that the
plan would prove successful In sffording the re-
lief desired. But In any event, and even without
the benefit OF the outward natural current, en-
terrain the opinion that the artificial current
which can be generated, together with the favor
able consistency Of the material TO be dealt WITH
promises euch . favorable result chat there
should BIO no hesitation under the circumstances
III mourning the expense and
HAVING THE EXPERIMENT TRIED
From information have obtained einoe my re-
turn 10 the city. think the expense OF the work
az designed would not amount to more than sab00
per month for one boat, or tbt00 FOR two. and IL
the plan proves eficacous, which can BIO fully
tested after few days trial with one, the whole
work eau be completed probably within the 8rst
month. ace no other plan within our reach
which can afford the needed relief, or under
which portion Of the Legislative appropriation
eau be better expended to carry out the objects
intended
would, therefore. most respectfully recon-
mend its adoption, and that immediate steps be
taken to carry 1t into execution
Very respectfully, -.
THOMAS 4. HARDEE.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

There was considerable excitement in Levee
circles yesterday over race that occurred on the
river between two of our harbor tugs, the M. N
Jones and the Ella Wood. The field was from
the head Of Jackson street down to Canal and as
there was considerable feeling over the subject
both parties left nothing undone to insure sue
cess. At about noon both tugs started, the M
N. Jones about two hundred feet ahead, and both
turned on full steam. From The point near the
starting to the finish the Ella Wood led, and won
the race handsomely by fully two hundred feet.
It is stated on the part OF those in charge of the
Ella Wood that twenty mile match for from one
to five thousand dollars could be gotten up be.
tween these two boats, if it Was wanted.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
The sir knights nroh,llzinx.

The Knights Templar Of Louisiana having con
cluded arrangements for transportation to Cleve
land, Ohio, and return with the Mobile fast line
the Communicates will leave Canal street depot
on Friday evening, August "a, at 8 o'clock. Al
Mobile and Montgomery they will be joined by
the knights from Alabama. Every preparation
tending to comfort has been made by the officers
of this popular line, and Puman's palace sleep
ing cars will be run through TO Cleveland without
change Major s. 8. Parker, general passenger
agent, Lousville aud Cincinnati Short Line, has
arranged for grand reception at Louisville by
the Communicates OF that city. The knights will
be accompanied to their destination by that vet
eran Of railroad agents, Mr.. Sell Howell, of this
ally
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

The Postal Committee -esratuiteus Bless
ings Upnn the city Asln.inlstratiOH.


isgs Upon the city Administration.
The Committee on Postal Relations was sp
pointed by his Honor Mayor piisbury, on Wed
nesday morning In accordance with the recon
mendatons contained in Dol. 4. Tuppet's repor
of the proceedings or the postal convention helt
at Old Point Comfort, which report was pub
lshed and commented upon in the DEMOCRAT 81
che 18th inst.
The following gentlemen have been appointed
TO constitute thia important committed T, Tup
per, from the Chafnber or Commerce; q. L.
Walker, from the city AZ large; Charles Uhaile
from The Cotton Exchange. J. A. Aiken, from the
steamboat interest; A, j. Gomila, from the Pro.
duce Exchange.
The duties will consist In gathering data rela.
ting to the Louisiana mails and report upon the
same
BLESSINGS.
Some people insist Oh cenlounding the city ad-
minietration with the Board Of Assessors, where.
no che board, with the exception of Mr. Reng-
atora, The Administrator Of Assessments, ia com-
posed entirely Of appontees OF che Governor, aud
therefore are State officers. The confusion leads
60 many unjust criticisms against the City Ad-
n,instrators, who have nothing TO do with the
valuation OF property.
THE GAINES CASE.
Referring TO the proposition Of Mira. Gaines TO
compromise with The city. the Mayor Gays that
che matter IL now on appeal TO the Supreme
Court In The suit OF Gaines w. Fuentes ct ais.
and that even though the city were willing TO
snake compromise, che would be financially TN
able 10 do go. Therefore the matter lie left en-
sirely with the United States Supreme Court for
aaEtlamant.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

with having entered the residence Of Mary Pc
terson. nj the time being armed with 4 dangerous
weapon.
Joseph Fortrendel, shoemaker, was immnred
In the Fourth Precinct Station, charged with OBJ
tanning money from A. Testaft under false pre-
lenses. .
Jim Scott, for plundering goods aboard the
steamship Alabama, can be found behind the
bars OF the Harbor Station.
Benjamin Ellison, who alleges that he is a mera
chant, ia occupying space in the Third Gala buose,
charged with obtaining money from Louis Ieiger
under false prstenoes.
Maria Higgsns, alias Maria williams. was ar
rested al her place Of abode, corner Of IRENE
and Cont streets, and lodged In the Third Pres
oinet Station, charged by M. Harras, stranger
in this CITY, Of having robbed him Of El40.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
young Mems Literary Association,

This association is to give another brilliant en-
tertainment this evening in the shape Of literary
exercises at drunewald Hall meeting rooms.
The exercises will embrace an Grafton by J. N.
Hseins, defamation by Samuel Moses, essay
by W. A. Flynn, select reading by J. B. Jonas,
and debate upon the question of the day-Was
Russia justified in declaring war against Turkey
between the following disputants, Lionel Adams
and Morris M. Kohlmsn, in the afiirma tive; and
d. Rosenberg and Il. We'll in the negative. A rare
treat is promised, and honorary members and
friends Of the association are invited to attend
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

The following are portion OF the departures
by the Great Jackson route, last evening: Mrs.
M. Murray, San Francisco; Special Treasury
Agent Thos. J. Ktnsella, Il. q. Bush, W. b.
Smith, G.. L. Hubbell, Chicago; J. j. Brown, L..
=. Crane, P. Brown. (steamer Alvin), Capt. N.
scoveli and son, Rev. Fathers A. dc Ham and
Murphy Louisville; A. M. Mayo, @. @. Brown,
y. y. Russell, vt. Louis J. q. Stewart, Aaron
Wolf, ". D. Wolfstein, Mrs. A. @. Van Bentley
sen, T. Dreux, Jerry Lee, Bob Lee. New York;
Chss. Bell, Monroe: Miss Il. Whitehead, Peters
burg, Va; Miss M. Cunningham, Petersburg,
Va; VIM. Hunt, Niagara Falls; @. Fl. Heck, Gin
cinnaG.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
short Items.

Larceny Of sugar is the charge that holds
Henry Robinson in the Harbor Station.
On charge of larceny Albert Reynolds was
lodged in the Suburban Station.
Peter Frisbie was fined 50 so by Judge Smith
Wednesday morning for being drunk and attempt
ing to commit suicide.
Solomon Carter was yesterday sent by Judge
Smith before the Superior Criminal Court, under
$500 bonds, on the charge of robbery.
Amanda Moses was sent before the First Dis.
trict court, under $3.50 bonds, on the charge oil
petty larceny.
Chas. Madison was pulled at o'clock Tuesday
night and lodged in the Sixth Station, charged
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
The Peace Between Egypt and Abyssini a

Peace Ia concluded between Egypt
and Abyssinia, on terms which make
the miserable war between the Khedive
and John King drawn battle. The old
frontiers are to be restored, and the
Bogos country will be given to Egypt
and on the other hand, Abyssinla ID to
be at be ut liberty to have an agent ut
Massowah, and to have free communi-
cation with foreign countries. except
that the importation of powder and
guns is limited to fifty pounds OF pow
rangement not likely to be long salts
factory to warlike, powder-loving Abys-
sinians. Col. Gordon is not, however,
yet free to begin his often postponed
task Of putting down the slave trade In
the Red Sea, for an instruction has
broken out in the province Of Darfur,
and he Is busy suppressing it.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
Reccnfion Of Mr.. O.Donncu

Last evening MIR. JAS. O'DonneI, Of the Hope
Rowing Club, returned after his brilliant ex-
ploits at Detroit. Notwithstanding the many
obstacles to surmount he came in second to
those who had been long preparing for the CON.
test, and he proved that our boys at home, If
an opportunity was offered, could vie with even
the most experienced osrsmen. The Hope Club
turned out in force with brass band, and sere-
naded the newspaper offices and friends.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

MEssRs A. RocHEREAU & Co.-Our epicures
should take note Of the fact that that old ard
long established firm, Messrs. a. Rochereau &
Co., are now receiving per the bark Alphonse and
Marie, from Bordeaux, select importation of
vermouth, claret and olive oil. Those who are
connoisse nrs ought to call at once and secure
what is needed for home consumption.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
A Hcadlcss t,orr,sc.

Yesterday morning the hesdless body Of q
white man was found floating In Bayou 81. Johr,
near the Island. between the lake and bayou
bridge.
When tho body was hauled ashore, besides the
head, one Of the arms was also missing. The
body was In an advanced state Of decompoHi.
ton, aud tho arm and head are supposed 10 have
dropped Off from long exposure.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

Capt. oNeil, commanding the Fifth Precinct,
reported to Chief Boylan that at 9:2O q. m.
on Tuesday he notified Coroner Rance to hold
an inquest on the body OF child lying dead ct
the house OF Henry Stewart, No 61S Love street,
and at s:l5 Wedne sday morning the Coroner had
not put in an appearance. Decomposition had set
in. and the neighbors we're complaining of the
odnr
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
Remarkable Shooting.

Yesterday Judge Moody, of the O gden Guards,
and Chas. +. Trust, of the Crescent Greys, at the
Crescent City fie Park, at 900 yards. ffhand,
with Springfield rife, made the following score:
Judge Moody IS out of possible rs, Chas. f..
trust 70 out OF possible vs.; Moody % out of
possible Is, and Trust made the same score
ted Score to settle: Moody Is out of Is, Trust
IL out Of Is
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

All o'clock Thursday morning. the house Of
Goo. Sick, occupied by bsrs Francois lyle, situ-
ated on BIT. Bernard street, near Force, was tota-
ly destroyed by fire. Tho total loss WAS esti.
mated at $4,000. Tie property was insured, but
for what amount or In what company could not be
asosrtained. The alarm was turned in from bog
ala
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
Sent Down.

Louis r. Laun, charged by Mortimer Carr with
forgery, waived examination before Judge Smith,
and was sent before the Superior Criminal Court
under $1,000 bail. Laun could not furnish the
amount required, and went back to prison.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
THE COURTS.
second n,str,ct Court.

In this tribunal the following SUGGESTIONS were
opened b. w. Orbe. Epeuns Outlet, wife ef A..
Montamat; Juan Bfisolara and John q. Angel.
Third District Court.
The Hbernia Insurance Company has fled q
suit against the evl sheriff. Thomas H. Handy,
and the state, asking for writ OF Injunction.
The petition alleges that The insurance company
purchased, At sale by the sheriff Under WRIT Of
feri fseias In the case OF the city ~. J. l.. Mon
tieu, three lots Of ground, bounded by Canal,
Gasquet, Prieur and roman streets, aud in the
prayer Of the petition Restraining order is asked
to prevent The further sale Of this property as
advertised by The sheriff.
Gen. f. j. Campbell has also filed \ petition
for an injunction against Tho city TO restrain the
city from selling certain piece OF property Oh
ITrsuiiuaa Atrnat.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
Fifth District Court.

Smith 4 ash vs. John g. H3ehe.-p etiiioners
allege that on the nineteenth Ut August one M
property belonging to the plaintiffs, and that
John @ Roche, coroner, held an inquest on the
body OF the deceased and took the property al nd
cd to above into his posse ssiob and refuses to
deliver ZIP the same. A writ OF Representation is
asked for aud was granted on plaintiffs giving
bond In the sum Of sl10
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

Cremation has been legalized in the
Canton Of Zurich, Switzerland, under
certain sanitary restrictions.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

There is large export from Marseil-
les to Egypt Of sugar plums containing
hasheesh and opium.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

Ten thousand visitors are said to be
SUNNI ering in the mountains OF North
Carolina.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

Alexander Dumas daughter Colette, aged sew
rouse, the well known French dramatic autbor'
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

Buy your buggies and carriages from L. T.
Maddux, IS Carondelet street. near corner Ora
yier.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23

BARGAINS TO BE HAD House keepers who
have an eye to economy ought to note the ad-
vertisement in another column of that veteran
use Of J. G.. Gaines, liauidator Of that old firm
of Henderson &, Gaines. Those seeking bargains
ought to drop in ut 100 Canal street and inspect
the splendid stock there offered at fsbulously
low prices.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-23
White Building, corner Baronne.

Wishing TO open the fall and winter season
with an entirely new stock Of goods, we will
continue on MONDAY our great sale at sacri-
flee. We have reduced all our Summer Goods
To Fifty Cents ON The Dollar,
and will give special bargains in White Goods.
such as
VICTORIA LAWNS. BISHOP LAWNS, SWISS.
FRENCH NAINsoOKS and ORGANIZES.
CHECKED and STRIPED MAIN
SOCKS. MULLS, etc.
We have reduced our Black Goods and Black
Grenadines far below the cost OF Importation
and will offer on MONDAY
1900 yards Black an Colored Grenadines at I21s.
formerly sold at so cents.
sold at 40 cents.
Great reduction also in
HOUSEFURSi sHING GOODS.
Such as Towels, Napkins. Table Damask,
French Table Covers, Marseiiles Quilts, etc.
Our Domestic Department is complete and
ali the leading brands Of White and Brown
Cottons, Cotton FIannels, Sheetings, etc., will be-
sold up to the 1st Of September at manufac-
turer's prices. Also 300 pieces White and Check
PEPIN BROUssARD,
auf2 lis Canal street.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1877-04-12

mensary evidence to provo that the assignments OF
mortgages TO the New Jersey Mutual we're made upon
the day mentioned
Ex-Recorder Roscnialc. OF Albany, has Joined tho
noble army OF life insurance aud taken pos
session Of the dimnuiivc remains OF tho World Mutual
he was occupied yesterday with Mr.. Henry A. smith,
who turned over to him all the property al the COM
pany IN TINS CITY, There Is Sl00. 900 nj Albany which
position OF the receiver when the time tor distrbu-
ton arrives Mr. Roscndac says that hs instructions
are 10 reduce the remaining assets OF the company 10
cash as last as practicable. There several outs
shat VIII require his attention, including the one
prougnt against the Now Jersey Mutual IN washing
ton This was Instituted by Mr.. Smith few weeks
ago 10 recover balance Tor reinsurance,
and property was attached in Washington TO secure
the Judgment