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The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-11-26

No. 50 Camp street. New Orleans November Is,
1s77.-In conformity with article four Of the
charter notice is hereby given that an election
the company, on MONDAY, December 8, 1877.
between the hours of II a. m. and p. M. for
twenty-four directors to serve during the ensu-
ing year.
no1s M&Etd H. CARPENTER. Secretary.
The annual meeting of the stock.
holders of the New Orleans Sugar Com
pany for the purpose of electing directors for
the ensuing year, will be held at No 1875 Gravier
street, on MONDAY, December 8. 1877. at 9
o'clock a. m. nO16 15t
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-11-26
WANTS.

WANTED.-BY. RESPECTABLE YOUNG
w girl a situation as seamst ess. and is will
ing to do light homework. Address LIZZIE;
1888 Tchoupito ulas street. NOES st
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~ BOX OFFICE OPEN DAILY. *.*
GENERAL ADMISSION. ONE DOLLAR.
Reserved seats SOC and 81 extra. according to
location. Private boxes 90 or SIS. Gallery
brettos of the operas. az perforrmed bv this
company, for sale at the Box Office no23 Il
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
spirItualism Exnpsesl.

We are promised for Sunday next, June Sd,
Ito be repeated on Monday and Tuesday
following) some very extraordinary expo
sures of that great humbug - spiritual
ism. Prof. Harry Cooke tho noted ex-
poser Of spiritualism, has selected for the
purpose the Academy of Music for the nights
mentioned above. He will among other things
perform DIR. Shades slate writing, the
tricks Of the Davenport Brothers and
Of tfe Eddy Brothers, naturalization
q la Katie King, which he will
afterwards explain. We are only too happy
to welcome the professor to this city, for his
advent must serve to convince many intelli-
gent yet superstitious people who still be-
lieve in spiritualism. We could give our
readers numerous extracts from the press Of
the country to support tho reputation of
Prof Cooke. One will suffice, however. It is
taken from that able and highly respectable
journal the Boston Herald, and reads as fol-
lows:
"The performances OF this gentleman ami
assistants are simply immense. Nothing APP
preaching to them has ever been seen here
before. Other exposures sink into simple in
significance beside them. They are-what
they should be-convincing to oil fair-minded
people, and any one not besotted with super
stition cannot fail to be cured by them of all
faith In or respect for physical manifestations.
Prof. Cooke Is doing grand work, and he is
doing it SO thoroughly that society must be
under lasting obligations to him. Everybody
should see him"
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

Bart Able, with having obtained money from
him under false pretenses.
VIM. Jones was locked UP In the Third Pre-.
Fifth Ward.
Fritz Ritz was arrested at poll In the sey-
enth Precinct and locked up In the Seventh
Station-house, charged with perjury.
Selma Bank was. irnmured In the Eighth
slightly wounding Eli Lewis
At half-past o'clock Friday night 81 fire
was discovered in the house OF Mrs. Lips.
comb, No 1873 Canal street. The flames we're
extlnguished by the police and inmates. The
property was damaged to the extent Of S25
q. Villeneuve, the Texas confidence man,
was e Yesterday arraigned before Judge Smith
On the charge OF obtaining money under false
pretenses and also on charged forgery. RI
which he did not furnish.
T; Warden, after voting against the paciila
Railroad tax, retired into the Central Station
ON charge OF petty larceny,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

A case Of apparent extortion occurred day
or two ago in Vaudeville, which, however,
proved to be q diamond-eut-diamo affair
of the first water. Mr.. A. Smith, an under
taker, was charged with the duty of exhuming
O body in that town and transferring the re-
mains to this city; the body having been
placed in q large case, was being conveyed
to the boat along the tramway Of the Mande-
vile wharf, when the keeper claimed a wharf
age fee Of five dollars.
The outrageous demand being resisted by
the undertaken, he was informed that there
could be no rebate, whereupon the undertaken
jumped on board the lake steamer, telling the
wharfkeepar that in that case he could keep
the body. It seems that the wharf-keeper, not
relishing the idea, concluded to embark the
precious freight without claiming wharfage
dues
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
Brevities,

The official vote of the railroad tax election
was transmitted by the Mayor to the City
Council at the meeting yesterday.
The Independent Base Ball Club will cross
bats with the Rexs to-day at 8 p. M, at Della
chaise Grounds.
There will be a gathering OF the Teachers
Association, at the regular monthly meeting,
No. 80 Burgundy street. on Saturday, June
I'd, next, at II o'clock q. IN. Important bust
ness will be discussed and all are requested
to be present
The "Cub Dramatique Louisianals" give
O. performance on Saturday next, the ID Of
June, for the benefit Of Miss Eve Dablesteen,
the charming young artist who has helped
them through many performance, and
whose talent and good will richly deserve the
compliment.
There will be q grand promenade concert,
picnic and ball given by the Louisiana Brass
and String Band, formerly Yaegers Band, On
Saturday, June 16, at the Magnolia Garden.
The Philomathean Society of Louisiana will
give literary entertainment at odd Fellows
Hall on Monday evening. June 4. We arc
under obligations for invitations.
The City Workhouse case has been further
investigated by the Grand Jury. On Friday
Administrators Denis and Edwards were be-
fore that body, the former testifying at con-
siderable length in the matter.
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and dared me to touch anything. After try
inr to rars,lade her not TO resist, as. that was
useless, proceeded with the execution, J..
ssWhen laid my hand IN the ilst article 20
seize It she raised rocking ea t ~ s ehar
before il struck me. As soon as ne iaid DOWN
tbs s,hair che raised IL again and attempted to
strike hir- when ] took hold OF her iron,
behind holding in one hand pencil ana !, N
The other the writ Of Her. lac h, bs ,ne sG
4 hrlIise or scratch about one inch long On
@t slN I, blow was given by me; acted on the
defensive and as soon as | could GET away
from hea, ran away she came 70 Ine u ~
also took chair and raised 1t to strike me e =
ATTEMPTED to enter again. read the VII,
over tu her standing OF. the door step, aliu
notified her was compelled to, 90 my uhty
and make The seizure. She snatched the writ
outiof nv hands, using very vulgar language,
and tore 1t In pieces and atthe same time she
rave me a kick knocking me into the street.
III then returned TO court and made an ALL.
davh against her for insult and abuse ana ".
resisting an officer in the discharge OF his
duty. The next morning | went there to
make the seizure, and all the furniture was
gone When Mrs. CHASER was tried She was
fined So, or ten days Parish Prison, anu she
paid the money; Her husband bad maze al, an
entering and insult. and this was dismissed ,
The records Of the court show that the ileri
faeias was regularly issued, and that the
deputy was making this service when =, the
are now In possession Of the facts they can
Judge of the matter for themselves.
The DEMOCRAT reporter, after receiving the
deputy's statement, visited several Of the
most prominent lawyers Of the city, and from
them learned that under writ Oh fieii taeias,
or execution. a constable has no right to
break or enter premises without an order OF
court One eminent attorney said why,
that is d clear case Ut trespass; g constable
wuuId have just as much right to come up
with writ in his hand and assault. me. and
take nlY watch away to satisfy o Judgment.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
A scientific Dinner.

On Friday evening select company gath
cred together under the shade of Eastman's
grove, ON Metairie Ridge to enjoy dinner,
whose principal features were clam ehowder,
fried oroakers, green trout and other denizens
of the deep done up in style In the company
was the president of an extensive 1nanufac-
turing establishment, two river captains and
a learned anatomist The time between
courses was consumed In scientific discus
sions, the principal subject Of debate being
edo geese have marrow In their bones2'' The
question was decided negatively, and the
auills. Then the company adjourned leav-
Ing an empty beer keg and several dozen
empty bottles strewn upon the grass In q
monumental heap of what had been
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
CAPITOL GOSSIP.
THE STATE HOARD OF ENGINEERS
ORGANIZE.
what Bsirch Has Drawn I'm Current school
ana Interest Funds.


Saturday is not prolific OF any vast amount
OF news about the State-House generally, and
yesterday was no exception to the rule. The
State offices were well patronized by those de-
string information upon various points, and
the usual batch OF mail was piled in from the
country.
Gov. Nichols was ut his office at noon and
remained until until evening, when he left for
trip over the lake, to be absent until tonight.
During the day he as ex-officio president OF
the
BOARD or STATE ENGINEERS.
attended meeting of that board, during
which Mr.. Harrod was elected vice president
and Col. Hardee secretary The board then
adjourned, subject to call.
Subsequently the Governor made few ap-
pontments, which will be found in another
column, and then examined the papers in the
ing sentence of death.
The record of one case was found defective,
and that was referred to the Attorney Cen
eral, while the others were passed over for
action during next week.
An examination Of the records shows that
in several parishes, including Catahoula. st.
Helena, Union and Webster, there have been
no recommendations
FOR PARISH ASSESSORS
and although the Governor has repeatedly
requested the Senators and members Of the
House representing those parishes to make
nominations for the positions, they have so
far failed to do SO.
1t is important that the assessments
IL. ~
taxes may be collected, and for that reason
few recommendations would meet with imme-
date attention Mt the hands of the Governor.
The canvass for discrepancies in the returns
from the parish Of st; Landry, has been nearly
completed by Mr.. Barbot, the Secretary Of
the State Board OF Canvassers and will be
presented Tomorrow or next day.
A little Investigation into the books Of the
State Treasurer shows that from May A. 1878,
to. November 1, 1877, the treasurer OF the
Rouge,
j. HENRI BURCH,
one Of the candidates for the Pension Office,
has drawn from the current school fund the
snug little sum Of SIT ,535 n, and for the same
period drew from the interest fund S2l05 rs,
and for the last quarters apportionmeflt
Burch got in December a voucher for $3.50,
making grand total OF S21, ITO 80, which
Burch received rs school board treasurer for
the parish named, which parish he has not
actually lived In one year since his first ap-
pearance in the State.
An examination of his records will be made
by the grand jury in the parish, and his cash
accounts will be inquired into, with view OF
ascertaining just how much OF this money
BURCH PUT IN HIS OWN POCKET.
He, of course, will be compelled to show
just how much went for "repairs to school
houses" and in producing vouchers he will
also have to produce the parties who did the
work, as it Is an easy matter to have vouchers
prepared in the city.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
THE wURFs.
United states Circuit rour

Yesterday, in the case Of X. G. Higgins Va.
the New Orleans Gas Light Company, the de-
murrer filed by defendant was overruled.
In the cases Of b. +. Langsfield VS.. VIM. 81
Calhoun, and heirs OF Elizabeth Barker vs. III
Il, Norton, assignee, rehearings were refused
$. Mendelsohn VS.. the State oil Louisiana
The libel was, after hearing, dismissed.
United States ,vs. g. Rosenthal and john
Mullen Mullen, charged With purchasing United
firing, brought in verdict Of not guilty.
United States VS.: w. A. Long. The reoog-
nizanee given BY. defendant was declared for
feited, the defendant not appearing.
Meyer d Levy, Daniel Meyer subrogateds
vs.. j. A. DeCastro, executor of A. d. DeMem.-S
Judgment was rendered in favor Of the SUBJ
royce for 1854 "a, the same being the sum
kept apart from the assets Of the succession
Of DeMeza under the order OF the Judge Of
the Second District Court OF this parish.
In the cases Of the United States vs. r.
s. Dennee, the indictments for conspiracy
and subornation OF perjury were consolidated
on motion, and the demurrer to the last in
diCtment submitted to Judge Woods.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
TBY AUTHORIrY.l

Appointments ny tAe G0verR0F.
Gustave Forstall, justice OF the peace, sixtb
ward, parish OF 81. James, vice Raphael Leblanc
resigned.
Joseph Charleville, notary public, parish 81
Nstchitoehes. II
David Hardy. notary public, psrish Of Grant. |.
John d. Roach, notary public, parish Of Red
River
Franklin J. Lirette, justice OF The peace, eighth
ward, parish OF Terrebonne, vice W. l.. Campbell
resigned.
O. O. Lsooste. inspector OF weights and meas
ures for the parish Of st. Bernard.
John Wetherlll. assessor. parish OF Cameron,
Howell Bankston, George Nessom, Phil
LobeIl, Charles o. Wheat, police jurors for Ia I
parish Of Livingston.
Frederick HOY, Henry A. Armstrong, poliel
jurors, parish of 81. Bernard. 4
Andrew MERRILL, Il. N. foohrsne, BENZ. Adams1
Frank FL. Hatch and v 0. DeGruv, police jnrork
fer the parish Of Jefferson, Ri ht Bank.
And the Governor has issued commissions III
the following town officers Of the town OF Grand
Coteau in the parish Of st. Landry, elected Of
the seventh day Of May, 1877: Henry s. Dunbarj
mayor; Board -E. N. MIllaud, Mentor Andrus \
B. A. Smith, Henry NJ. Dunbar, Felix GuiIbesui
and John Sohrewe. .
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
WON THE LAST INTERSTATE MATCH,
A BIG MISTAKE.
Through which Ben Clements is Likely
to go to the Penitentlary,

Ben Clements, q negro, was arrested and
locked up in the Harbor Station, charged with
having robbed a stranger on board the Charles
Morgan of $14 and his baggage check.
The strangers name was w r. Seals and
he was to have left this evening for st. Louis.
Ben says: " How he come to rob dat man.,
God only knows; he walked aboard dc Nor
gan, and while he was standing by dat white
gemman his right hand crept up into his vest
pocket and de fust thing he knowed some
greenbacks got iammed up in his fingers and
de baggage check stuck to his thumb.
He was just gwine to say, Boss, here's your
money, when the. policemen started toward
him. Bless God, | wasn't gwine to run, but
desc here legs Of mine got q waving and I
could not stop em. DeY moved faster and
faster, but not fast enough, for de two police
men, Mr. Lyons and Clew, cotehed up wild me
and said, here Ben, you d,n rascal, we have
will 90 to the Penitentiary just for muffin"
Ben is right, he will go to the Penitentiary,
as the charge is highway robbery and the
evidence against him conclusive.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
The paclac Railroad After the Election.

A DEMOCRAT reporter visited the office OF
the New Orleans and Pacific Railroad Com
pany yesterday for the purpose OF learning
what would be the next step Of the corpora
ton, now that the tax had been defeated.
President Wheelock was not in at the time,
and the only person in the office was the
book keeper Mr.. Floranee. This gentleman
could give no information relative to the
future Action of the company but intimatetl
that there would be an early meeting of the
directors. when the whole matter would be
laid before the board. He expressed consid-
cradle disgust at the outcome Of the election,
but did not by any means lead the reporter to
believe that the work would not be pushed
now harder than before
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
NELL EXPLAINS.
By MARGARET HYTtNeR.

Dear Teddy
The mornings delicious
49, The surbeams are dazzling bright,
The dear little sparrews chirp gaiiy:
Forgive me for flirting last night.
But Bruno Seaburg- {isn't Bruno,
The funniest kind oil narne2
"A bear, and he looks something like 6rIel :.
For my conduct was greatly to blame.
He told me-and you were so huffy
You flew off to Laura Van Ness:
Her charms | never could discover.
With eyes Just as green as her tlress)
That thought-so Tied, dear, you should
not,
You do not look well In rage,
And Charley-I mean Mr. Marshall
hadn't seen him In an age.
And the flowers that Arthur Lee gave me-
Now, Teddy, beg you be good.
I've explained euerything, / am sure, dear.
And hope you have quite understood:
And II yg,c that in future I'll never
And If I'm naughty again
lis the loveliest day for drive, Tel,
You'll find me all ready at ten.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
The Fruit Growers. Association.

the Fruit Growers Association OF the Gulf
States, held in the rooms Of the Howard As
ISOLATION, No. SO Camp street, ON May 20, 1t
was resolved that the fourth annual exhibit
tion Of fruits, plants flowers and agricultural
products generally be held In the city of New
Orleans, on the 18th, 18th and goth of July,
1871
Referring to the above, / would earnestly
ask the hearty cooperation OF the citizens OF
New Orleans and the adjoining States in MAX
ing the fourth annual exhibition of the Fruit
Growers Association grand success Con-
tributions of merit solicited from all quarters
Admission free, and all articles entered free
Of charge.
q M WrcaJNc Snnrntarv
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
autyins the past.

We thank the committee OF arrangements
for the decoration OF the graves OF the Fed
eral dead by the soldiers Of both armies, at
the city Of Chattanooga, Tennessee, for an in
vitation to attend the ceremonies and the
feast prepared for the occasion. We would
gladly be participants at the reunion OF the
blue and the gray over the memories OF the
past, but editorial and other duties will keep
lis at home, which will not, nevertheless, pre-
vent us from participating in spirit at the
feast of love and reunion.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

THE LAST EXCURSION OF TIE LEE TO TEE JHx
TIEs.--by reference to advertisement it viii
seen that the magnificent steamer Robert q. L.
proposes an excursion to the jetsies next Monda
mornlng, at Q o'clock, May 25, and to return ia
same day at Ii o'clock. This will probably be th
last excursion trip given by the Lee this SCISSOR
ana it is hoped that the numerous friends OF 3D.
boat will avsil themselves OF this last opportun5
". And who would t like TO take trip to tn
jstties on the Robert 4. Lee? Although it 10 q
excursion Of the b,a', yet, as usual, . hbers
share OF the proceeds will BIO given to charity
There are many disti guished strangers 10 To
CITY at this time who will doubtless avail then
selves of this opportunity Of seeing the iet.ieI
Tickets, IS. A. j. W.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

J. r. Walker, D. D. s., 1870 Dslord street, is q
dentist OF such high ct 'noing thai 1t 10 almost
useless to speak OF him in commendation. The
thorough knowledge Of his profession, the aft
BILE, polished manner that he posseas e, have
lucrative practice. The exquisite finish Of his
work and the durability Of the lliogs are sure to
make a still pres ter reput alton for him.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

LINEN sUrrs.-Messrs. M. L. Byrne IL Co. have
large selecion OF these beautiful and fashiona'
BILE suits, at prices ranging from 50 so upward
This week they will offer unusual bargains in dress
and white gooGs, hosiery and lace goods, parasols
ETC. All the ladies koow what 4 beautiful sssort
ment OF gooas this house has at the preseni
time, all OF which have been selected with the
greatest care, and are sold at prices to suit thf
times 1853 CansI street.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
short Items.

The dead dog that has been lying for three
DAYS at the corner of Bienville and Rampant
streets has been furnishing style of perfume
that's not appreciated by the neighbors. It
should be removed.
Louisa Dk4bn, alias Black Jack, was arrested
and locked up in the Third Precinct Station,
charged by Sam Tremebolt, OF the steamer
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

The great dry goods sale which has been going
on now fjr weeks at Me ssrs. Danger & sons
will be continued next week Old and youog
rich and poor, ali rush for Dsnziger. His place
seems always be crow led with ladies, and
heir prices are 30 reasonable that one customer
ia sure TO bring another. Besides having large
and choice lot of goods 90 attrac ion, they are
polite and aceommoda ing to their visitors, which
should b. great consideration to PURCHASERS.
Their card We publish in another column.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

r.. e. LEE MONUMENTAL AssoCIATIoF.~-ThS
gentlemen composing Ehe officers and directors
oms OF the Caamber Of. Com MERGE. on Mon
day tto-morro1), n p. 10. sharp. on important
business. zee the call OF Mersrs. ohas. E. Fem
ner, president, and W. /. Hodgson, secretary, In
annthar Gnlnmn.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

If you want any good Wines go to Bercier 4 De-
5met, No. 43 Decatur street, bat IL you are jo-
vislly Inclined, snd wish TO taste of the cup that
OH ers but not inebriaes, take his "Dry Dizzy" on
"Tisane" This for amateurs and average con-
sumsrs. To the trade We say, pay visit 10 Ber-
cier & DeSmet. and you can be provided With
every liquid that will attract customers TO your
atnrac FRY IL
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

CHOICE PRoPEBTIEs AT AUCTION. - Messfs.
Nash b Hodgson, auctioneers, sell on next 6atur-
day valuable and desirable list OF propertie.
belonging TO the succession OF Mrs. Josephine
Hale Ames, embracing cottage residences and
building sites In the very finest locations on
Camp, Magazine, Deiord and other streets. See
the adverts ements and the plans at place Of sale
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27
THE NEW ORLEANS DEMOCRAT, SUNDAY, MAY q, 1877.

forgot their former questionable appetite for
broiled missionaries and ship captains on the
half she'll
We could write volumes upon the crab |
question, but we doubt whether In the long
run we should continue to be interesting and,
as the philosopher says, I'm Hubic abstiReas."
We abstain
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

LANCE b Legendre 81 Decatur street, have in
store and war hon 5000 sacks cho co white CORN
1000 sacks yellow oorn 400 barrels mess pork and
200 barrels corn me4i. Give them q CALL
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

UNEEDEEMED PLEDGES - Otto SchwaneT, Mo-.
II Baroune street, advertisss that he finds him.
self OBJ iged to cell at public auction after the
18th of June all PIE g4s On which interest has
not been paid up to November /, 1876.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

TRAVELLING SUITS M. l., Byrne & Co., 1853
Canal street, will offer this week large assert
M mt Of very handsome gray linen suits, from
" so and upward. All its made to fit without
extra cha ge
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-05-27

TRAVELLING SUITS NJ. l.. Brine & Co., 1853
Canal rect, will offer this week large assort-
ment of very handsome eray linen snits, from
70 80 and upward. All suits made to 6t witht ut
ezra charge,