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The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
The Board Of Trade on the New Freight
Class fcatiOn.

New York, Oct. 2o.-The committee on claims
and grievances of the Board of Trade and
Transportation conside ed the r-classiGcatiou
Of freignt. and claimed that while the rate to
Chicago on car load Of tea gives a return of
si75. tnat on coffee gives $3.50. although coffee
costs twice as much as tea to handle, and the
same bulk of coffee is worth one-tnird more
than tea As this classification was made ten
years ago. when tea WIS more costly than now.
and as it does not appear to be based upon
either bulk weight or value the railroad com
pani5s will be asked to make new classihca-
ion,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Change I'm the Chicago CustOm- House
building,

WASHINGTON. Oct. 2O.-The Treasury Depart
ment Is about to take under consideration the
matter of changing the main extranc' of the
Chicago cnsto ~ house and posto ice bull ding
the Chicago district. the two Senators. and all
others interested in the matter, wi l. however.
be given an opportunity to be heard on the sub
ject before final decision L. made.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

New YORK, Oct. 2o.-The report of the condi-
tion OF the de unct Clairmont Savings Bank was
presented by the expert accountant to the re-
ceiver to-day. 1t shows as follows: Total labil-
tiles, 81 612 6o4 rs. Gold assets. s719.13s; bad
and doubtful assets, $685., ,466. Nominal deficiency
therefore, s93.466. and it NAV be more than his
amount The report states that ths books have
been verified. and on the day that the bank was
closed some person pocketed $1,000 from the cash
drawer. no trace of which can be found.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

DOUBLE COTTAGE ATAUcTIoN.-Messrs AT Nash
Hodgson, auctioneers, sell On next Saturday
the double tenement cottage, No. A7 Melpomene
street. Terms easy. See advertisement
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Get your kid gloves at Kreeger's.

MooDY's.-Go to the Granite Palace if you de-
sire to possess the latest things outi neekwear.
The Judge has not been North in vain, for he
has undoubtedly the most EXQUISITE selection Of
neckties that we have ever feasted our eyes
upon. There is no sameness about his stock
ne has the greatest variety and one can surely
find at Moody's what he wants His searf-pins,
in fact everything this year at the Granite Pal
ace far surDasses anything we have yet seen In
New Orleans.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
PIKE, BROTHER Il co.

The suspension Of Pike, Brother & 90. YVES an
nounced yesterday morn ug. A representative
Of the DEMOCRAT called ON Mr.. George A. Pike,
who has for some time been engaged in liqui~
dating the affairs Of the old firm, and We were
pleased to learn from him that the suspension ia
only temporary, and that their assets are largely
above the small balance yet due. Arrangements
have been made with all parties concerned, by
which time has been allowed to make full set
nout
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
A NEW ROWING CLUB.

On Thursday evening lsst quite number Of
the citizens OF the lower portion Of shs city ss-
sembled and held meetir at Crescent Ciey
Hail. 0 rner Of Poland and Dsuphine streets, fOr
the purpose Of organizing rowing club.
Mr.. Alfred Merss called to the chair, ard
ON motion mr. Philip Mnnsch was appointed
secretary pro tenn, when, after thu appointment
OF The various committees, the meeting aci Jurn-
ed to meet again on Wednesday, the 24th list,
at 730 p. m.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Rifle Practice.

New YORK, Oct 2O.-The National Rifle Asso-
ciatif n has approved memorial to he Sent to
Congress setting forth the benefits to be de-
rived from rife practice. and urging the inser-
ton in the army bill Of an appropriation for
the announcement of rifle pra tice, not only in
the regular army and navy. but among the
uniformed militia Of The yariOus Statea.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Get your kid gloves at Kreeger's.

EXCURSION ON THE JACKSON NRAILRoAD.-At the
request Of many patrons Of the New Orleans,
Jackson and Northern Railroad Company and
the travelling public generally. th... Sunday ex-
cursion train TO McComb city will be run once
more on Sunday, October u. This is positively
the LIST 81 Snn la7 excursion train this season.
w. p Mckinley Superintendent
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
The Cigar Makers strike.

:. NEW YORK Oct. 2o.-The cigar makers strike
sun continues. The manufacturers had a
pIoy any member OF the Cigar Makers Union at
any any price or under any circumstances. A COM
nIuse IS preparing statement for publication
Mnlen WI confan statistics to show that it
would be snicidat to yield to the dem and- OF the
strikers, The prospect is that the majority of
Ihe strikers will be out of employment all
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
The Murphys.

PoUGHKEEPsIE, N. Y. Oct. 20.--Tha Murphy
temperance movement has thus far in this city
rproved successful The total number Of sign
ers of tie pledge is now ITS. including great
many who have been hard drinkers. grand
rally will be had tomorrow afternoon in the
opera House and regular meetings will con-
unue throughout next week.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Cattle Disease Reported.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20.-The United States con-
sui at Odessa informs the Department OF State
that q disease has lately broken out ay,ong the
numbers of cattle have already died. SO malix-
nant IS the disease. that in many villages there
is scarcely COW or an OK left to the impover-
ished Inhabitants. Full particulars of tho ma
ture of the disease will be given after the lapse
of sufficient time for an Investigation.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
MONEY AND STOCKS.

New YORK. Oct. 20-Wall streef.-Money closed
ut sac p cent. Exchange dull, 4s114s6. Gold 1O2s
Pacific Railroad b. .nds closed as follows: Union
frs's 1O4z6@105; d sinking fun Is 945s@94zs
do land grants 1925 D103s: Centrals 1O614 6p1g6z
The stock market was we * during the last
hour of business and prices declined to lowest
figures of the day in some instances. The
transaction to-day aggreg tted 1f2 l934 shares.
Tine follow nq are the closing bids.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
New York weather Rad-Races POST
DOncd.

New YORK, Oct. 20.--A drizzling rain storm
has, prevailed here all day and still continues
to-day the weather is raw and d dsagreeahle Ow-
Ing 20 the inclpmency of the weather the races
at Fleetwood Park have been postpon d till
Monday, and the games Of the Scottish Athletic
Club till Wednt sday next
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
The HObOken Pool sellers.

New YORK. Oct 2o.-Of the Hobokeu pool
sellers arrested twenty-five are locked up, and
The pool rooms last night wee closed early,
but throngs of men and bows gath red to talk
over the arrest. and mourn the loss of sport
Hoboken.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Delaying the Departure of the Guard.

New YORK. Oct. 2D.-The sailing of the United
States surveying vessel Guard has been delay
ed until next Tuesday in consequence Of the
non-arrval from Wash ngton Of the necessary
astronomical instrumants. She is to be en-
gagged in corresting the longitudes of Central
and South America by means Of telegraphic
signals
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
The LoutsyiIle ExposltIon and doe sLnw

LOUISVILLE. Oct .2O--The Exposition closes
here tonight after having been most successful
from the time Of its opening to its close. The
branch show OF dogs was q success. There
were kennels from Kansas City. Mo-: Cleve-
land, O.. Maysville KY; Clarksville, Tenn, and
other points.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

New YORK. Oct 2o.-The proceedings in the
case If Mabel Leonard came to d conclusion
to-day. by the child being transferred to the
custody Of Mr. Girnd, master of the Benevolent
and Protective Qrder Of Elks,. This ends the
proceedings, and Mabel's mother will be re-
lensed from custody.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Rad Roads-P~eytsious scarce.

LONDON. O t. 2O-A dispatch from Bucharest
says that owing to rain the mud roads o. Sim
ntza are impassable.
d rters frotu the Turkish army report that
provisions are scarce in Pleyna.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
ExnNrIatianS.

New YORK, o t. 20.--The freight lists on five
steamers leaving here for European ports to-
day were large, and show no falling off in the
expectation. The shipments ware principally
grain and provisions. with LIBERAL consign-
ments Of dairy products.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Congress-.

WASHINGTON Oct. 2O.-The Senate was not in
session.
The House was called to order by Sneaker
Randall at IL M, and, In accordance with the
resolution of Thursday. after prayer by the
chaplain adjourned till Monday
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Calling ont tI,e Reseryes.

ST. PETERSBURG Oct 20-An imperial ukase
was pf omulgated to-day ordering the foot and
horse arIilery Of the reserve to be placed on a
war footing,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDERS
for the Carroll and "Molps store" Ievees was
Peer Kelly & Co.; for the Sport levee, w. d.
Duke d { o.; and for TIE McH .ston lsvee, j. Hess
& 90. The prices bid bling respectively 1871,
1874, I'll and 1874 cents per cutie yard.
Ihe Chief State Engineer announced thst the
security must be furnished by Monday at IL M,
for one third Of the amount OF work 70 be done,
and must represent real estate in the parish Of
Orleans. The board then adjourned.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
WAR NOTES.


LONDON. Oct, 2O.-A dispatch from Constan-
tinople says it is reporte tn It the Russians
made an attack in force upon Plevna yesterday,
but were repulsed.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Turkish Rec0nnOisance.

LONDON, Oct. 2o-The Turks have accom-
shed n rec nnoisanee on the Roumanian
nix Of the Danube, beyond Solage Island.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

We are indebte d to Philip Werlein. publisher.
for III BasiIise0 Polka Tor piano, BY Max Gra-
ziani. Mr.. Werleln has the choicest music FOR
sale at his place, No, 1a5 Canal street
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Get your kid gloves at Kreeger's

New shawIs. new blankets, new dress goods
new corsets and new goods generally. 1t ,uopu.
lar prices. at d, L, Byrne Co.'S
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
FIRES.


PORTLAND, Me, Oct, 20.-A dispatch from st.
John N. b.. SAYS that disastrous fire has oc-
Cured there, buring the city from Fort Howe to
the narbor. Three thousand people are h ome-
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

New, York Central. .......................1 1861
Harlem ..-..-.....-..-.- -142
Eric .--..-... 13ts
Lake SnOTe Il
Northwes tern ...-......-........... 374
Northwester.,, preferred. d................... 647s
Rock Island .101 Il
Fort Wayne. ..........................- 80
st Paul 374
st. Paul. preferred 685s
Pittsburg. .......-..-..... ................ 791s
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western. ...-.. 81
New Jersey Central. ....-.................... 165s
Delaware and Hudson Canal ............... IN
MOTHS and Essex. .-....................... 76
Michigan Central ...............&.......... 643
Illinois Cen raj. II
Union Pacific. 661s
g. q. and /. G.. C..........................
5I Joseph III
st Joseph. preferred d......................... "a
Ohio and Mississippi pi...-.....................1 10
Western Union -..........-.............. 781G
ATLANTIC and Pacific Telegraph ............. 19
Pacific Mail 2314
gulCkSllVer u
y 1icksilyer. preferred ........... 35
nutlHS llApFeSS. -...-.-...---.-s.- W
Wells, Farg, & Co. Express. ................ s4h
american EXPRESS. .......t...-...-........... 81
United States Express. ss...................... At
State bonds dull but steady
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

cal Navras invitation to the China Palace.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Later.

ST. JOHN, Oct. 2o.-A fire broke out last night
200 houses occupied chiefly by the working
GLASS;. Several hundred people are rendered
homeless. The total loss is estimated al
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
Cotton MIL DESTROYED.

LONDON. Oct. 2O.-The Penbridge cotton mill,
at Burtney: Lancaster county, has been de-
str0yed by fire.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21
THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDERS

After reading the bids the acting Govern
uounced that
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-10-21

Get your kid gloves at Kreeger's
The bee., 1877-08-02
To the Citizens of Newtown.

In presenting to you the communica. ton from Mir Myer, we desire to add this much, which from short acquain. lance, and what we have since our ad- vent in your town seen and heard, con corning this gentlemen. First Mr. Myer exhibited for us a most cordial, and hearty support, and evinced sincere de- sire to see our enterprise succeed, and like many others gave that which he knew would help to make it success. This he did when he knew that he in tended to leave for Eurape, and would probably never see us again. So far as we have heard, Mr. Myer enjoys repu-
 talion for honesty, candor, and gentle
 manly department, of the highest order, and he has a testimonial from the first citizens of this town, which is most touching and beautiful tribute, and as he refers to it and other matters in his letter we will let him speak for himself.
The bee., 1877-08-02
Obituary.

The death of Miss Carrie A Camp, the notice of whose death appears in another column, has been very sad bereavement to her parents, and many friends, for she was most lovely young lady, loved and respected by all who knew her, as was evidenced by the large number of sym. pathizing friends that gathered to pay their sad tribute of respect last Saturday afternoon, at which time the funeral took place, Rev P W. Barnett, of the Episcopal church, ofilcialed, and spoke of the deceased in the most touching manner. At ,ne close of the discourse the remaips were taken to the Lands End cemetery, for interment. Many friends and relatives from a distance were present.
The bee., 1877-08-02

il. IL is not an unimportAnt observation that tho inhabitants of the place are of the most kind and friendly disposition.
 l and my family carry with us many, many joyful recollections. We have here also found some grief. Of our two children born here in Newtown one, our beloved Lilla, left us for her heavenly home; but we had sympathy of friends in our dark hour God bless them
 A few days ago, dear Mrs. Marble, the good wife of our beloved minister, hand. ed to me letter and poem for my wife, and a keepsake for mys daughter Marie.
 Although not having asked Mrs. Mar ble's permission for publishing said let ter and poem, there cannot be any objec- ton to give the beautiful thoughts there in expressed to the world. And Mary Marble. the composer of lhe poem, was beloved by us all. She, the sweetest and noblest girl, loved dearly our little Lila, and it was her fate to follow the latter very soon to her heavenly home. It is very consoling thought to me, believ. ing these two dear children now as angels, united and happy in heavens paradise.
 The following is copy of Mrs. Mar bles lelter:--
 My DEAR Mas. MEYER:--My dear Mary was very much pleased when Marie sent her this gem for a birthday present, and wrote 10 her cousin Katie: Marie sent me beautiful gem for birthday present, aud the sweetest little note with It."
 found the note laid away among her precious things, and she enjoyed the gem the little time she remained with us, but it has never been opened but twice since, and cannot bring my mlnd to sec any one else use 1t here, and will you allow me to return 1t to Marie, for it seems wrong to keep it when it might give oih- CTS 80 much pleasure? Auong Mary's writing found these lines, which cop jed for you; for, imperfect as they are, 1 knew you would prize them for the sake of both of our dear children, who now dwell in that fair garden that Mary had in her mind while writing. Will Marie accept of this ltIle pin that Mary used to wear, as Il memento of one who loved her so wellS
 Very affectionately,
 Your friend,
 MARY G. MARBLE.
The bee., 1877-08-02
Gu. Academy.

It is, or should he, a matter of satisfac- tion, that onr academy, affording educa- tional advantages in the languages, and in the higher as well as common branches has been established and maintained.
 When we consider that no other of the six or seven towns surrounding and bor- dering upon Newtown, have school of similar rank, we feel that we owe 8 debt to those who founded, and those who have fosiered and cared for it.
 It has seemed to the trustees, that in connection with the advertisement, which appears in another column, some facts and incidents, relating to tue history of the academy, might be of interest. We have looked in vain for catalogues and statistics, and consequently are con-
The bee., 1877-08-02
Qhs Bss.
 Thursday Aug. sd. 1877. Office in Sanford d HawIeys Store.
Newtown Street.

Our beautiful Main Street looked sad ly disdgured by the great pools of water which remained after the heavy rain on Monday morning. In front of the Acai- euiy down to the Catholic church there were pools of water, with mud very deep, which might by little trouble and cost, be prevented from being formed. We learn that in winter, during ihaw, that the road at these points named above, is SO deep that horses can hardly pass through il.
 We call attention to this matter now, wi h inc hope that the town will See to 1t that the street receives attention be- fore ihe winter sets in. Every year that the street is suffered to be washed into mud holes. only adds to the cost of what it will take at some time, to repair dam. ages. The old saying that "a stitch in time saves nine," will possibly suit this case,
The bee., 1877-08-02
Fine Penmanship.

We have received some specimene of cards, written by Mir. W. If. Fairchild whose advertisement appears in another column, and they certainly give evidence of great skill in chirogmphy. Our read CTS should not fail to avail themselves of the opportunity to procure elegant visit ing cards at low figure.
 We have also seen pen drawing of Mir. Els, representing an antelope. The graceful animals breath can almost be seen and felt. and the palpitation of the heart, is plainly perceptible Gin imagina- tion.)
The bee., 1877-08-02
MY AD1Eu, God Bless the Dear Old Home.

At my departure, this week, for Flu. rope, feel it to be true that all connec- tions which have existed good length of time, become somewhat part of our
 selves; and the thought to part, perhaps
 forever, gives grief, and prompts me to
 show that appreciate all the blessings of this place.
 Connecticut is well known as one of
 the finest states in the Union; but our Newtown is the most attractive place in thls State--in the Union, for persons lov- ing rural scenery. We enjoy here exten- sive views in some directions. Sixty miles off, Catskill mountains come in view; and our eyes are met by ranges of pretty hills and mountains, dales for ests, ponds, brooks and the Housatonic river. Really, many of our roads can. not be surpassed in beauty-not even in Switzerland. except that our mountains are on a smaller scale.
 Hon. Carl Schurz made here, twenty three years ago. his first visit, and stayed here few months, and called this place a little paradise He visited this place
 afterwards, and intended, last year, to let his family spend the hot season here. have lived here in the years 1853, '54
 and '55, and again since 1867. When 1 first came here, twenly-four years ago,
 there was but one small hotel in New
 town Centre and and my sister were the only summer boarders. Now there are two fine hotels on the hill and one in the valley, which cannot be surpassed for accommodation by any other hotels in this State--lf persons want what is real good, wholesome and comfortable.
 During the summer season crowds of
 summer boarders, best-class families from New York, Boston, and other large
 cities seek recreation here, and their
 presence tends to new enjoyment.
 Newtown has always been noted for endeavoring to have first-class Acade-
 my for the education of the youth-we
 have such now and had it in the past.
 Men who have attained high distinction were born and educated here, aud many of them can now be found in the North,
 South, East and West.
 The security and safety here during
 war, or other disturbance of peace, or
 during epidemics, can only be apprecia- ] ted by those who have been benefited by
The bee., 1877-08-02
Plinful Accident.

MT. Albert Briscoe, employed in the meat market of Minoit Augur, Sandy Hook, ran piece of beef bone into his right hand, at the base of the thumb, on last Saturday, which made a very ugly and painful wound. MT. Briscoe at- tempted to hang up piece of beef upon hook. The beef slipped, and on try ing to catch 1t he ran the bone into his hand The bone was cone shaped, about three.quarters of sn inch long, and pen etrated his hand to the depth of an inch, It will prevent Mir. B. from working for several days.
The bee., 1877-08-02
List of Letters.

The following is the list of letters re- maining in the Newtown Post Office Au- gust list:
 H. Newton Brown; c. H. Garfield ; Rev. Samuel Cox Mrs. Lydia Corbitt ; Patrick Campbell; Mr. J. V. Demarest Robert Fulford George ". Fowler ; Andrew Falls. Mir. Henry Glover; MT, Marshal Griffin MT. Robert Griffith: C. T. Hubble; John J. J. Lyons; s. 5. Stevens J. II. Smith; Mrs. Sarah k Stevens; Mrs Frank Sanford; Miss An nie Sheaen; Mir. Albert Turner Miss Lulu G. Way MT. F. W. Ward.
 Persons calling for any of the above letters will please say "advertised'"
 z. 8. PECK, P. N.
The bee., 1877-08-02
Trinity Chapel Closed.

In consequence of the frescoing of the chapel there will be no service In 1t until August 20. The congregation will meet q, the usual hour In Masonic Hall Sandy Hook, until the church Is finished
 Mir. Henry She'll, of South Norwslk, has con'rsacted to do the frescoing, and ia reported to be first-class workman. Some idea may be formed as to the nat. ure of this kind of work, when 1t takes six thousand feet of lumber, to build the scsffolding.