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The bee., 1877-08-16
PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS.

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 CHURCHES. TRINITY CHURCH.--Main Street, Rev. Newton E. MaiDle. b. b., rector. Servlces lU 3JA. Nj. Sun day school, l2 NJ. Lyening service, [. 90. CONGREGATIONAL Man Street, Rev. James F. Hoyt, pastor. Services lD.o0 A. NJ. sunday School ll,45 Al M Afternoon Serylees, l P.m CArHoLIc:-Main Street, Rev. Father MeCarton 12.30p P. M.
 SOCIETIES. OLIVE BRANCH JUVENILE TEMPLE NO H.--Pub- lie meeting every Sunday afternoon at oclock in oouth Centre school house, officers: Mrs 5 \ Beers, Supt. Miss M r Peck. eec. l. ST. PATaIcK's TEMPERANCE socIE9 Rev. Fath- CT James MeCartan President, J0D6 hAA3zanlpkiee President, Thomas Egan Secretary, Patrick cain Treasurer.
 NEwTows LIBRARY AssocIATIoN.--E. l.. John son President Charles Beresford Vice President, Nj. F. Peck Secretary and Treasurer.
 M. F. PECK, Librarian.
The bee., 1877-08-16
D. CAMP, Agent.

At my store in Sandy Hook may be found full stock of Tin Ware, and Stoves of the latest im- proved patterns, consisting of Parlor and Citehen Stoves have also in my Furniture Department a splendid selection of Bedroom Suites. very cheap, from ss0 to $50. Also Lounges, Chi. dreus Carriages, etc. Goods delivered free of charge,
 Give me e eaH.
 H. L. WHEELER.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Cabinet Meeting-Tenure of Onlce-Un.
confirmed Nominations

WASHINGTON Dec 4.-The Cabinet session to-
day lasted quite two hours. The time was con-
sumed In examining the law in relation to the
tenure OF office act, and discussing the status
OF the officials whose nominations failed Of
confirmation during the extra session.
The decision arrived at was precisely as
stated In these dispatches last night, and notices
different departments this afternoon.
- The Chief Deputy Surveyor of the port of
New York has been instructed to assume charge
OF THAT office for the present, and the suspended
officials generally have all been notified to re-
sumo Temporary charge Of their Offices
Gen. Anderson, Deputy Collector of the port
OF New Orleans. vii assume charge of the Col
lector's office, vice King, whose nomination was
not confirmed.
Mr.. Richards, Collector OF the Second Virgin
Ia District, assumes charge of his office, vice
Brady. whose nomination was not confirmed.
ID. u wade, who was nominated for Collector
of the Third District OF Georgia. was not con-
trmed. He will be renominated.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Paris ExpOsitiOn-ImpO pOrtant to ExhIhi-
tors.

New YORK, Dec. 4.--The undersigned in re-
sponse to many Inquiries, take this method OF
inform ing all who have applied for space at the
Paris Exposition that this COMMITTEES is power
less to do the least thing to further their inter-
est until Congress shall definitely agree either
TO organize q National commission or to aban-
don the matter to the exhibitors themselves
Despite our protests and the earnest endeav-
ors OF few patriotic Senators and Representa-
tiyes to force the thing to an issue. two months
OF precious time have been wasted.
We have now reached point wnere not only
days but hours are precious. Already some Of
the Target firms in the United States have been
compelled to announce that they must abstain
from exhibiting their wares for lack of time to
prepare them. An ther fortnight's delay by
Congress will most seriously ieopardize our
whole national display.
Exhibitors who are waiting to know how
much floor space they can have before building
engines and working machinery to correspond,
are referred to the members of Congress from
their respective districts. This committee has
done all it can. HENRY y. OLCOTH,
Secretary of the National Executive Commit
tee Of the American Union of the Paris Ex :
position. II Broadway. New York.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

United States provides that the shareholders Of
every national banking association shall be
held individually responsible. fully and ratB-
bly, and not one for another, for all contracts
debts and engagements Of such association to
the extent OF The amount Of their stock therein
ut the par value thereof in addition to the
amount Invested in such shares.
Suits have been brought against the share
holders OF twenty-six banks for the enforce
ment OF this individual liability and ASSESS
ments have been made to the amount of 81, ,108 =
6oo; OF which 90 403, $50 have been collected.
, The Controller quotes the decisions OF the
Supreme Court on this subject. and concunes
ny saying that 1t Is the duty of the Controller
speedily to collect and promptly to distribute
these assessments. The chief points in refer
ence to the liability Of those holders have been
presented and determined by the highest courts
and therefore nothing but delay and expense
can result from the refusal Of stockholders to
pay their individual liability when called upon
for that purpose by the Controller.
Section 1910 Of the Revised Statutes provides
that whenever q writ of error of judgment Is
affirmed by the Supreme Court or O circuit
court the court shall adjudg ge to the respondent
In error Just damages for his delay and
single or double costs ut its discretion: and yet
parties Of high standing and we'll known re-
sponsibillty postpone the payment of their legal
withstanding these decisions. The Controller
only the principal and interest, but the penalty
OF such delay MS provided by law.
The Controller gives also q synopsis of the
decisions Of the Supreme Court Of the United
states and other courts applicable to the ma
tiOnal banks
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

New YORK, Dec. 4-The athletic tournament
In progress since yesterday ut the American In
stitute Building. was brouAh Aht to close to- night
by twenty-five mile walk for the amateur
championship Of America.
There was good attendance and the man.
agement are so encouraged that they have
at Gllmores Garden. commencing January 4.
Entries for the match tonight were eighteen in
number, including representatives Of the Scot
Club. Harlem Club, Kniekerbocksr Athletic
Club and representatives Of clubs from Chap
pauaua. New York. and Green Point. Long
Island.
The time made was not specially fast, but the
match was very gamely contested. After the
twentieth mi 10 most OF the contestants dropped
OIL. aud the interest concentrated itself on III.
Armstrong, ofthe Harlem club and r. Buckley.
OF the Scottish American club.
Armstrong won: Time. hours 20 minutes
and IL seconds. Buckley was second.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4.-The trial of Alvin Graf
and Thomas G. Owens. who have been on trial
for the past five weeks II the United States Dis
the case given to the jury. Tne defendants
were both officers of the National Line Ste I'M
Elk for the pas i've YEARS. consgn
ing them to a man named John Scott, who has
since turned informer and was accepted by the
Goods WeTe bronebt over po from 1uI EnSapd spae
and Denmark, and there is every probability
that the steamship company will be proceeded
against.
The jury retired at $3.50 O'Clock and returned
twice into court for instructions. which were
given. At O'Clock the Jury appeared In court
a new trial was denied, and the prisoners were
remanded for sentence
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
CONGRESSIONAL PROCEEDINGS.
The House.

WAsHINaToN. Dec. 4-Mr. Price offered a
preamble and resolution Il reciting that II was al
legged that jont rule No =. which prohibits the
babtually violated. and directing the officers Of
the House to see to the enforcement Of the rule.
In connection with the resolution. Mr. Price
had read a letter on this subject, and earnestly
called attention to the scandal arising from the
sale Of liquors.
had explained that efforts had been made to
suppress the liquor traffic in the Capitol Build
Ing.
for q recess from Decemb r 10 to January 10.
Referred to the Ways and Means COMMITTEES.
BY unanimous consent o large number OF
bills were introduced for reference, and among
the most important we're the following:
By Mr. Townsend. of Illinois: bill to
amend the Revised Statutes in relation to the
regulation of commerce by railroads between
By Mr. Harris: To incorporate the United
States Commercial Company.
BY Mr.. Willis, of Kentucky: bill for the
purchase of q site for building for the United
States courts in Louisville. KY.
CONSTITUTE n rs to prohibit the United States. or
any State, from assuming and paying any claim
or demand OF any person for damages growing
States forces during the fate war If such claim
ant gave aid or comfort to persons engaged in
secession or rebellion.
BY MIR. Morrison: resolution providing for
the. pay OF special counsel engaged In prose
cutting the Centennial Exposition cases In the
United States supreme Court.
Mr. Tucker, from the Commits on Ways and
Means. reported q bill to extend ths provisions
OF section 1897 of the Revised Statutes so as to
provide that all colleges and scientific schools,
whether Incorporated or not, may Withdraw
alcohol from bond for scientific purposes free
of payment OF tax. Passed.
Mr.. Reagan. from the Committee on Com
merce. reported fayorably upon Joint resou-
tion in relation to the improvement of the navi-
CATION OF the. Mississippi river. Passed.
Mr.. Frye, from the Committee on the Judi
ciary. reported o bill to repeal the iron clad
oath and prescribe an oath to be taken by all
officers OF the United Staes Passed.
He also reported q bill to repeal the act pre-
scribing q test oath for jurors of the United
States, Passed.
The discussion OF the question of jurisdiction
over river improvements, as between the Com
mittee on Railways and Canals and the Commit
tee on Commerce. occupied nearly all the after
noon. and the House, at 4:10 .. m. adjourned
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Compensation Of special Counsel.

WASHINGTON. Dec 4.--The bill introduced in
the House to-day by Mr.. Morrison, of Illinois,
entitled an act relating to the Compensation OF
special counsel for the United States in the Su-
pfeme Court In the Centennial case, authorizes
the Court OF Claims to determine the value of
the services OF VIM. Springer in the case Of
Geo Eyster, Assistant Treasurer Of the United
States. at Philadelphia. appellant. VS.. the Cen
tennial Board OF Finance and other appelees,
decided at the term began October. 1876 and
may find said services were reasonably worth
to the government. without reference to the
provisions of sections 1764 and 1865 of the Re-
vised Statutes, and the Secretary of the Treas
ury shall pay him the amount allowed by the
court out Of any money in the treasury not 9th
erwise appropriated, and such sum shall be in
addition to his SALARY as member OF Congress
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
DOMESTIC INTELLIGENCE.
AGAINST Ex-CONTROLLER
CONNOLLY.
Judgment Rendered in Favor of the City
| for SS.5J7IIO IE

'vA DS,S1
the city against ex- Controller Connolly, who is
now. in Switzerland. to recover some seven
mi2p bn hE hdolIars bn f5a1dgianty obtansd from
Supreme Circuit Court to-day
Judge Waterbury, on behalf Of Connolly. con-
essed ndgmsat He said his client was in
frauds. were discovered in 1871 Connolly had
turned bis. Office over to responsible parties,
who, you'd protect the public, interests and
MIN the bltt'r animosty Of those endangered
by 1t. and SO. n after important Vouchers had
been stolen from tne Controllers 0ffies by mon
Connolly.
The d. struction of these papers injured him
most as ne relied upon them for protection.
The thett OF these vouchers was only charged
against Connolly but 1t was manifest tnat nc
had no paricin natiop in 1t. No dishonesty on
his part in tho administration OF the Con
tro er's offlc had been shown, but on the
contrary, every account had been found cor
rect it, ana every security IL It's place.
soil and ,.GarVey. Watson is dsad the 0 her
three. Influenced by animosity while test flying
to their own infany. had made most reckless
and exttayagant charges against Connolly.
ported oaths of these degraded men and their
accOmpices.
No sane man would place any reliance upon
their uncorr1 borated testimony. Connolly mas
no opportunity to meet these charges. II he
to give heavy bail and could accomplish
nothing He could offer nothing but his own
testimony.
1t has been adjudgsd that for omtfing to au-
dit, as required by the act of 1870 the bills which
the three auditors appointed by that act tof
whom Connoly was one) certified to be correct.
the, officers guilty of that neglect are liable. A
judgment upon this technical ground must pass
against Connolly In this action for 81. 900 900
action and to his client 1t is not important
whether to q judgment OF Sc. 100000 and another
million Is added.
Connolly, he desired to state, denied any
knowledge of any bill being fraudulent or
that he had any knowledge of these fraudulent
proceedings. though he realizes that he must
abide the consequences of allowing himself to
be their victim. He feels his situation keenly,
and desires to make all the reparation possible
out of his means, which are not nearly as large
as supposed. verdict for 8, ,537 ITO Is was then
entered in favor of the city.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
WEATHER PROBABILITIES.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, q. m.-For the East
Gulf States. Tennessee and Ohio valley. falling
barometer, southerly winds warmer, threaten
ing and rainy weather. followed by rising
barometer. north to west winds, and colder and
trict, rain. turning into light SHOWS.
For the west Gulf States rising and high
barometer brisk to high northwestly winds,
decidedly colder, clear or partly cloudy weather
and northerly wind: rain areas in eastern
:, For Upper Mississippi and Lower Missouri
Valley rising barometer, brisk and high north
to west winds; colder, cloudy weather and
snow. followed in latter by partly cloudy
weather.
- Cautionary signals continue at Indianola
Galveston. New Orleans. Mobile and all the lake
stations " ~
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Fratricide.

New, YORK Dec "A man, completely cover
ed with b'ool, which was oozing from six ugly
steps Of The tenth precinct stationhouse, on
Edrdge street. last night. From loss of blood
he was unable to turn the door-knob, and stood
leaning there awaiting assistance. On being
conducted inside he was found to be Rudolph
Fay. OF 1856 Richard street. He was placed in a
chair, but for some minutes was unable to
speak. Stimuants were given him. after which
he rallied and related startling story Of an at
tempt which had been made to murder him by
his bro her Lewis, a man four years his senior.
Rudolph dying, Lewis was arrested. LIQUOR
was the cause of the shocking occurrence
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
CAPITAL NOTES.
REPeRTs TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT
From pan-The Rebellion.

WAsHINTgoN. Dec. 4.--The United States Min
lister 70 Japan informs the De- artnent Of State
that y appears from the Japan Daily Herald. OF
October 80. That the total expense caused by the
Satsuma rebellion UP to the 27th of October
nm0unts to S44 .G3s09s. AS the rebellion began
In February last, this shows IN average extra
ordinary expenditure by the Japanese gove, n
ment Oh over 81, 600 per month. The forces
engaged In service were 1t is supposed. not
more than 80, 900 men.
From France-Bedell.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4. - The Department Of
State has adviees from the American Minister
at Paris. that upon his representations. in &C.
c0rdance with instructions, tho French govern
ment has revoked the order expelling Bedel,
and has authorized him to return to reside in
France.
From Great Britain.
The Consul General OF the United States In
London In his dispatch of November 12, calls
attention to the reports Of The United States
Consuls at Manchester and Birmingham, from
which 1t will be seen thft trade In American
cotton goods is sprlnging up Ia England and
that millions Of dollars worth have already
been disposed Of in the kingdom. and that
American manufacturers Of the articles known
as cunningham ware" and especially agricul-
fural Implements. are tavorably regarded in
Great Britain and her cooni 8. With regard to
the latter 1t Is the superior lightness and
finish OF the articles and the willingness Of the
Americans to vary patterns to suit the GUS
toners that has brought about the preference
which now exists for American goods.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Introduction of the Metric system.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4.-The introduction of the
metric system into the government service is
rogHrded witt ffueh favor. The question has
been referred to Prof Hegard, OF the coast sur
vey. and Mr. Elliott. of the Bureau of Statistics,
or report. 1t is claimed that the use Of this
system will greatly facilitate transactions in all
branches Of business. There is no doubt but
that within two years the metric system will be
in general use throughout the country.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

NEW YORK. Dec. A special from Washing
ton says that Kellogg. of Louisiana, spoke and
voted In executive session yesterday in favor
OF the confirmation of William Henry Smith as
denoted his intention Of supporting the Presi-
dent. 1t Is understood that Mr.. Kellogg
will lean as much In favor of the Administra-
ton as he can. without bringing down on him
self the ire OF the opponents OF Hayes in the
Senate, hoping by q liberal and conservative
course to prevent the Democrats from taking
the step toward his Indictment and expulsion
that they have threatened.
The Republican Senators generally are sign
ing q request to the Pre- ident tnat he will nom
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Interstate Railroad Commerce.

the House by Mr. Townsend, of Illinois, to-day
to amend sect ION 1858 of the Revised Statu es
and to regulate commerce by rail roads among
the several States, proposes to require the rail-
roads to receive and transport freight cars of
other e,mpanies without charging any greater
property Of the road over which they pass 7 he
penalty for a violation of this act is forfeiture
OF three times the amount Of damages sustained
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Not Guilty.

WASHINGTON. Dec 4aThe criminal prosecu-
Craig. indicted for presenting O fraudulent
claim against the govei nment for $23,so0 for
mules captured by the Indians while being used
in hauling stores across the plains, came to q
summary termination to-day.
After the evidence was all in the defense asked
for an acquittal on the ground that the govern
ment had failed to make out any case. The
court coincided with the motion and directed
the jury to return verdict of no, gritty which
was done and the defendants discharged from
ol1of fniy
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
The Inter-Ocean ship Canal.
Collision and Damages.
PERU.
Me1ggs' Executors and the Peruvian
Railway

r, PANAMA., PANAMA., Nov. A.-The executors of the late
charge he laid ON them. III Peruoao Of the I'd
inst SIg Says + ait s With sincere pleasure that we
work on the Oroya Railway. and that on the
Gerro de Pasco, together with the drainage Of
these i famous mines, is about to receive a de-
mination az. speedily as may be possible. the
hrst bdtch OF Chinese laborers, under the Olf-
pnant 20; contract. are expected in the early
using steamers for this purpose to insure the
early delivery OF men 10 a sound state Agents
wi vii pc sent TO California to induce some Of the
Chlnamen there to migrate to Peru
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
A New Coal Combination.

New YORK, Dec. 4.-Rumors prevail in certain
circles that the coal companies have formed a
new plan for protecting themselves. The Off
Gals OF the different coal companies in this city
are reticent on the subject, in fact they decline
to say anything whatever about the scheme
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
BREvITaEs.

Club, held December 8, 1877, the following ofi-
GERS were elected TO serve ths ensuing year:
Joseph Hirn, president; Peter TaKus, vice prssi-
dent; w. b. Brooks, treasurer; T. ". Bsrrus.
secretary; Gus. Angel csptsin; VIM. Forrester.
BAuus, delegates to tho sAte Rowing Association.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Massachusetts Town po,t,tcs,

Boston Dec 4-The following cities in Mas
sanhusetts elected city governments to-day !:
Gloucester. a Republican mayor. J. f. Dyer, five
Republican and three Democratic aldermen
and eleven Republican and thirteen Democratic c
cOuncilmen.
Fall River elected q Republican mayor, G. e.
Lindsey. and made clean sweep In all the
wards but one.
Chelsea elected Mayor Stebbins and the en-
tire citizens ticket.
Newton elected W. Fowler. Republican. by 1G1
majority and all but one alderman The com
mon council has Republican and citizens
minority.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Chihese eArrivaIs-Birthday Of the MikadO
of .Iapan.

SAN Francisco Dec. 4.-The steamer Oceanic,
from China. brought over $50 Chinese passen-
gers
From Yokohama they bring word tn at the
birthday Of the Mikado was celebrated with
great rejoicing
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Death from Violent Treatment.

New YoRE. Dec. 4-Sunday morning last DIR.
Bamme. He found the patient suffering from
congestion OF the lungs; bis extremities were
at noon, and the doctor gave the famiGy q burial
certificate. II has since transpired that Bamme
died from violent treatment in the house by @
woman
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Collision ut sea-Passengers safe

LONDON. Dec. 4.-The steamer America. which
sailed from Southampton November q, has re-
turned to that port slightly damaged She col
lided Saturday with the bark Utile from Balti-
more. bound to Queenstown. The passengers
OF the America were transferred to the Oder
which sailed for New York to day.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

WASHINGTON. Dee. 4.-The report OF the Sec
retary OF the Interior contains some very sound
ness destruction Of timber lands and other
questions. but most important of ell is that in
reference to the Pacific railroads
Mr.. Sehurz holds that the roads are abun-
dainty able to meet their obligations to the gov
ernment. o.. q chat there is no good reason why
they should not be compelled to do so.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Convicted of Bribery.

MILWAUKEE,. Wis, Dec. 4.-The case OF tho
United States vs.. Leopold Heller. distiller. for
bribing United States revenue officer, was
decided to- day, the jury returning q verdict Of
guilty. a say OF proceedings was gianted
upon application Of defendants counsel.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05

WASHINGTON, Dec 4.-The petition sent to the
President the other day. asking him to appoint
Packard Collector Of the Port of New Orleans, is
signed by twenty three Senators and over one
hundred Representatives in Congress-. It is
probable that Packards name will be sent in
early next week.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-12-05
Children Abandoned.

NEW YORK, Dec IA large number of chill
dren have been abandoned lately. Yesterday
the dead body OF female child about day OId
No. S85. Bayard street and the remains Of a
male child were found fn an ASH barrel in front
Of No. "A Glarkson street.