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The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1877-01-19
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The Republican Legislature, on the 9Th,
passed bill forbidding the organization OF
military companies other than militia; q
bill appropriating 500, 900 for militia pur-
poses: also, resolution declaring vacant
the seats OF all members who do
not present themselves before Jan. q, and
ordering new election to nil such vacan-
cies......The President OF the Citizens
Committee informed the Democratic Legs-
lature that he would honor all drafts Guly
drawn by its officers, to the extent Of funds
In his hands.
The rival State Governors and Lieut..
Governors Of Louisiana were inauguraied
on the sth. Gov. Packard and Lieut..
GOV. Antoine were sworn in al the State
house by Chief-Justice Ludeling, and Gov.
Nichols and Lieut.. Gov. Witt were sworn
in by JUDGE Tissol, at 81. Patrick's Hall.
Every thing passed OF quietly.
ON the 9th demand was made by Sheriff
Handy, who IL an adherent .of the Nichols
Government, for the possession OF the su.
preme Court building, which had been
placed by Chief-Justice Ludeling in charge
OF Packard's police. Two regiments OF in
fantry, fully armed, were mustered in by
the Sheriff as q posse comltatus, and a
movement In force made upon the building,
which was given up without any resistance,
and the new Judges installed. Nichols
police also took possession Of all the police
stations. The State-house was then sur
rounded by the Nichols troops aud all its
communications cut Oh. The State-house
was occupied by Cows. Packard and Kel-
logg, the members Of the Republican Leg
stature, force OF police and some colored
troops. Gen. Anger, commanding the
United States troops, received the following
dispatch from the War Department;
EXECUTIVE MANSION, WASHINGTON, Jan.
g.-GES. q. q. AUGER, New Orleans, La. .
A dispatch just received from the United States
Marshal ut New Orleans indicates that unau.
thorized armed bodies Of men are organized
and assembling In a manner to threaten the
peace and safety Of the city. II this
be 20, notify the leaders Of such or
carnations that they must dcsist
on pain OF coming In conflict with the United
States authority, sustained by the military pow
er OF the Government. Report at once the stu.
alton and your action, keeping In mind the fact
that this order has no reference TO the recogni-
ton Of either Of the claimants TO the Governor
ship or either Legislature.
(Signed) ID. CAMERON.
sccy Of War.
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Barnes. the rccusant New Orleans witness, was
brought before the bar OF the House. ami sub
mitted his answer In writing under oath. when
he WAS Again rcmsnded % the custody Of the
sergeant at Arms.
The Senate was not Ia session on the 9th
The House passed number Of private bills.
and went into Committee Of the Whole TO con-
hon bill.
The Senate, on the sth, by vote of 80
yeas to nays (Messrs. Barnum. Burnside and
Eaton), passed the resolution reported from the
Committee on Privileges and Elections. requir-
a. VIM. NJ. Turner. manager OF the Western
Union Telegraph Office 1T Jacksonville, Oregon.
g answer Questions PrSRonnded as 20 messages
appointment of Cronin. Presidential Elector.
and the check Of IS 900 alleged 10 have been
drawn in New York In favor Of Messrs. Ladd
sented q petition Of prominent business men
and citizens OF Cincinnati. members OF both no
litical parties, asking an amcablc settlement Of
bill to secure the rights OF settlers upon certain
railroad lands, and 10 repeal the first Ave sec
tons Of the act Of July 25, 1855. granting lands
ns sa'e or he Kansas and xso va iss
Railroad and ito extension. Referred .. The
House passed resolution instructng the
Select Committee IN regard 70 counting the Elect
oral vote 70 inquire whether any votes were
given during the recent election contrary 10 the
prohibition contained In the Constitution that
no United States official shall be chosen as Pres
dental Elector, also, resolution insUucting
the same committee 10 inquire whether any Elect
oral votes were cast by persons laboring under
political disabilities. and, II 80. what &C
ton should be taken thereon. A resolution
calling for information as 70 the purposes
for which troops have recently been stationed az
Washington was defeated for want OF two thirds
majority, as was also q resolution requiring the
Judiciary Committee 10 report within two days
constitutional amendment prohibiting the pay
ment OF war claims except TO loyal persons. Mr.
Mills (rexas) moved TO suspend the rules and
adopt resolution denouncing - the lawless In.
vasion by armed force OF the soil Of any state
or Territory. no matter under what pretext. =
The motion was lost-yeas, l0I; nays, s2-nol
two thirds.
In the Senate, on the 9th, resolution
ordering the arrest Of Enos Runyon. OF the hrm
OF Martin 4 Runyon. bankers and brokers. New
York. recusant witness in the Oregon Electoral
investigation. passed without division. Con.
sderatlon was resumed OF the resolution here.
toforc submitted by Mr.. Wallace. in regard to
man spoke al length in regard 20 Louisiana,
claiming that the evidence before the Returning
Boaru in that state justified the Board in throw.
ing out the returns from certain polling places
on account Of violence and intimidation which
prevailed. lie was responded 10 briefly by Mr.
Bogy and the debate was further continued by
Mr. Boutwell, TILL. The House passed a RI solution
fer the arrest Of Mr.. VIM. orion, President Of
the Western Union Telegraph Company. who had
refused to appear and testify before the Commit
tee on Louisiana Affairs.
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A Cheyenne young lady had express
ed desire to vote. Her young man
was more than willing she should be
gratified, and sent for buggy to take
her to the polls. While on their way
he asked to see her ticket. 1t was
shown him. While she was looking in
another direction, he put her ticket,
which was for Corlett, in his pocket,
and gave her one in its place for Stelle.
The saddest part Is yet to be told. She
never knew how she had voted for days
aftcrward. He was in the habit Of TAX
ing candy to her every Friday night.
Last Friday he failed. But when he
told her so she could not believe him.
So she determined to search his pock-
ct. Horrorl The first thing she dis
covered was her ticket, written in her
own hand. When the young man awoke
to q proper realization Of his situation,
he was lying doubled up on the door,
while tufts OF his auburn locks we're
scattered in rich profusion about the
room. As he opened his eyes q vase
filed with water and ornamental sea-
shell came crashing into his face, fol-
lowed by invectives Of any thing but a
loving nature from her whom he had so
cruelty deceived. He scrambled TO his
feet, made hasty exit through the win
dow, and has since Studiously avoided
the house. lie secured a vote for his
favorite candidate, but he lost hts girl.
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bexzlement. and OF obtaining money under
false pretences. The bank failed with liza
bilities aggregating $3.50, 900, while the as
sets will not exceed more than $4,000.
over I, 400 persons. most OF them OF the
poorer classes, had deposits In the institu'
ton, OF which they will realize not more
than 10 or Is cents on the dollar.
The Maine Republicans have nominated
Hon. Jas. q. Blaine for both the short an
long Senatorial terms, the nominations be
ing unanimously made by acclamatiol:
amidst the greatest enthusiasm.
A personal rencontre between Mr.. James
Gordon Bennett, proprietor Of the New
York Herald, and Mr.. Frederick May,
brother Of Mr.. Benefits recent afiianced,
occurred few days since In front Of the
Union Club House. on Fifth Avenue, New
York, Mr.. May being the aggressor, and
= rawhide being the instrument used.
Mr.. Benefits marriage with Miss May,
which was 70 have been solemnized by
Bishop McClosky on the Sd, was broken of
almost at the last hour by the lady : family,
with her own acquiescence, It is said, on
account Of the convivial habits OF the
wealthy bridegroom. It was rumored that
duel between the two gentlemen was be.
ing arranged.
The Boston Board Of Trade has adopted
resolution against the adoption Of silver
basis, and petitioning Congress that silver
shall not be made legal tender for any sum
larger than ten dollars.
Edwin Willis Major, wife-poisoner, was
hanged at Concord, N. H., on the 9Th.
A duel was fought between Mr.. James
Gordon Bennett, of the New York Herald,
and Mr.. Frederick May, in Delaware, near
the Maryland border, on the sth. May was
reported severely wounded. Bennett es-
capped unhurt.
Miles Ogle, one Of the most notorious
counterfeiters in the country, and an accom-
plice, W. X. Johnston, alias Wilson, have
been arrested sud safely lodged in the Pitts
burgh Jail. A number of plates, consider
able spurious currency, and 5000 In coun-
terfeit notes were found on their persons.
They we're committed for trial in default of
$40, 600 bail.
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Gen. Crooks command disbanded at Fort
Fettermsn on the 29;h ult., the severity OF
the weather and the scattering OF the hos
tiles having rendered II useless TO attempt
any further campaigning this season. Crazy
Horse and band are believed to be on the
Little Missouri. Gen. Crook expresses the
opinion that the hosties are so badly de-
moralized that 1t will be an easy matter TO
subdue them entirely next season.
The crazy wife Of Henry Creighton, OF
Bloom Township, Fairfield County, Ohio.
on the ID, murdered her husband. shoot
ing him twice and then entirely seyering
his head with an AK. They had been four
years married.
John Mccall, the murderer of swild
Bill' at Yankton, ID. t., has been SEN
fenced to be hanged on Msrch 1. An APP
peal will be taken BY his counsel, on the
ground that lac was intoxicated and ire
sponsible.
All the ordnance has recently been trans
ferred from the st. Louis Arsenal TO the
Rock Island Arsenal and elsewhere. Eight
hundred pieces Of artillery were shipped to
the East.
AT keosauqua, Van Buren, County, Iowa,
on the ID, Maj. Charles A. Fletcher was
shot and instantly killed by Mr.. John
Brown, brother Of young lady who had
been seduced BY Fletcher. The shooting
took place in the courtroom, where Fletcher
was on trial, the Grand jury having in
dicted him for the crime which subsequent
ly cost him his life. Fletcher was a mar
ried man, and formerly President Of the
Keosauqua, 81. Paul and St. Louis Rail-
road Company.
The Illinois Republican Legislative eau
Gus, by a unanimous vote, renominated
Gen. John A. Logan for United States SEN
ator. Several Republican members were
not present.
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Governor Drew, Democrat, was inaug-
urated on the I'd. The oath Of Office was
administered by Chief-Justice Randall.
Gov. Stearns did not take part in the In
augural ceremonies, but many Republicans,
including the retiring State officers, were
present. Gov. Drew's inaugural address
was short and very conciliatory, promising
full protection to the colored race and guar
anteeIng to them all their rights under the
law. The Legislature was organized and IL
Democratic In both branches.
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In the Senate, on the Sd, Mr.. Morton,
from the Committee on Privileges and Elections,
submitted report that VIM. NJ. Turner, man
ager Of the Western Union Telegraph once at
jacksonville, oregon. refused to answer certain
questions put TO him, on the ground that he
also q resolution declaring that at Turner Il
tons. and can not refuse 70 do 90 by
virtue Of his onlcisl connection with the com
pany. Ordered printed. Mr.. Morton gave no
tice that he would call the resolution up for ac-
tion to-morrow....... In the House. Mr.. Knott,
Chairman Of the Judiciary Committee, present
ed the report OF the committee on the admission
OF James b. Bedford as Representative from COL
orado, with n resolution declaring Colorado n
state Of the Union, and that Bedford should be
port which recommends the passage Of an act Of
Congress admitting Colorado. Reports recon-
mtted.
In the Senate, on the 4th. Mr.. Wright
bill 70 establish court for the trial Of contested
elections Ia the Offices Of President and Vice.
President Of the United States was referred 70
the Special Committee 70 devise means for count
ing the Electoral vote. The Senate adjourned af
an early hour. on account Of want Of quorum. !.
In the House. q number Of bills were Introduced
and referred. The Senate amendments to the
bill for the sale II saline lands were concurred
In. The bill liking the compensation Of Untcd
States Marshals and deputies was passed; also.
bill making the ports Of brownsville and Gal
weston, Texas, ports 70 which unappraised mcr-
chandise may be imported.
In the Senate, on the 5th, Mr.. Morton
called up the resolution In regard TO Turner, the
contumacious oregon witness. declaring that he
IL bound 10 answer the questions propounded 10
him by the committee. senator Kelley urged the
adoption Of the resolution and said he desired all
the facts 70 be made public, inasmuch ~ he was
Mt salem, Oregon. a the time OF the meeting of
the Electoral College, and knew that not dollar
was improperly expended. No action
was taken. The President laid before the
senate memorials Of the National Hoard OF Trade
thc bankrupt law aud n Inc tarjf and incirnai
revenue laws. Referred 10 Che Committee on
Judiciary and Finance. The House concurrcd
In the senate amendments " the Pension bill
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THE DISPUTED STATES.
SOUTH CAROLINA.

The House Committee 10 investigate
south Carolina election matters returned to
Washington on the 4th. Several members
OF the committee say they do not apprehend
An armed collision between the two parties,
and think ultimately there will be peace
full accommodation.
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Before the Senate Committee, on the I'd,
number Of Democratic witnesses testified as 70
the fair and pcaccable character Of che canvass.
Chas. Tidwcn, tho former owner Of Pinketon,
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Cream Cdke.--2 eggs, 4 cup cream, 1
cup sugar, teaspoon baking pc wder,
or half the quantity Of soda II the cream
Is sour. and little salt.
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tics .... The senate sub. comm ttee heard testi-
mony In regard 70 the murder Of John Gair and
Paul johnson, both coorcd Republicans. the
particulars Of which are given In senator shor-
mans report.
The Senate Committee, on the 30, con
tinucd the investigation OF Ouachita Parish.
John II. Dinkgravo said on his oath that he be.
licvsd his cousin. DIR. Dinkgrave, was killed by
the Democratic party; never heard him express
any fears 81 the imbcrlys or Adams. and don't
believe that either Of them killed him.. The
senate sub committee examined some ten wit
ncsses. principally colored, who detailed nu.
merous cases Of violence and ntimidatio In
East Baton Rouge. most Of which have already
been published. showing a reign Of terror among
the blacks there.
Before the Senate Committee, on the 4th,
hief-Justicc Ludcling testified his belief that
his nephew. Dinkgrave, was killed by Demo
Gratis because he WAS an active Republican. sew.
eral witnesses testified AS 10 general intimida-
ton OF Republicans. while others testified that
the election was fair and peaceable.
There was no evidence of special impor-
tance taken by the Senate Committees on the
sth.
The Senate Committees, on the 9th, ad-
journed till Monday. on account Of the absence
Of witnesses. The sub committee heard some
evidence, but It was not specially noteworthy.
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THE nousE coMMIrrEK.

The House Committee, on the I'd, exam
incd i've witnesses. who testified TO the fairness
OF the election and the absence OF intimidation
In Concordia Parish. The House sub-co
mittee examined number Of Witnesses relative
to Livingston Parish. Sylvester Symmes tax
collector, testified that the election was peace
able and quiet. and that his affidavit appearing
house and made him say things he knew moth
ing about. lie never knew OF any armed organ
ization there.
The House Committees, on the 81, re-
ccived the evidence OF number Of witnesses.
who testified TO fair and peaceable election in
the parishes OF 81. Tammany, Concorda, and
Livingston. A.. w. Kirchen, Supervisor Of
Registration. said that all the afldavits relative
TO intimidation in Livingston Parish were pre-.
pared by clerks In the Custom house at New Or.
leans.
Before the House Committee, on the 4th.
Judge Dibble. member Of the Republica State
Committee, denied the statement that he had
instructed Republicans to delay the voting Of
Democratic tickets, did advise the colored men
to vote at the polls back Of the city, where the
lived, In order TO avoid collision.
The evidence before the House Commit
tees. on the 9Th. did not develop any new facts
Of much importance.
The House Committee, on the 9th, exam
incd y. Il. Graham. District. Attorney Of Match
itochos. He thought the Republican vote had
been largely diminshed by the disturbances prior
70 election thought the Republican majority
date at the late election. but was not resident
Of the district, a. required by law. A number
Of colOrcd witnesses testified to intimidation on
the part Of the Democrats.
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T.. A. Cronin, Oregon Democratic Elect
or, testified on the "a before the senate Commit
tee on Privileges and Elections: lie had not
made any arrangements with any person or per.
sons whereby electoral certificates were 10 be
handed 70 him by the Secretary ~ state; he was
convinced he was lawfully appointed b replace
DIR. Watts and he put the certificates in HE peck
ct because he was afraid they would he taken
from him by Oiell and others; he had refused 20
come 10 Washington ~ Messenger Of the Electoral
ollcre unle. 4 ne should receive three thousand
dollars for expenses, an the money WAS
furnished him, it was raised. he supposed. by
NJ. Turner, Manager Western Union Telegraph
ofice, jacksonville. Oregon. was examined by
senator Morton in reference 70 an alleged tele
graphic transfer OF money from q banking house
In New York 70 another IN Oregon. and also az
to other dispatches sent and received. but he re-.
fused TO answer. BY instructions Of his superior
officers
Gov. Grover testsfcd, on the 9TH, that he
issued certificates 70 the three highest eligible
Electors. in conformity with the best legal
authority he could procure. Judge Hoadley. o.
Cincinnati. being one Of the parties who advised
him as 10 the legality Of his course. he had no
correspondence by letter with any person ia New
York In regard 20 the matter, received kilograms
from Hewitt. Marble and Gwin, calling his at
tenton TO Watts's ineligibllity and citing author
titles applicable 70 the case.
Gov. Grover further testified before the
senate Committee on Privileges and Elections
en- the 9Th. that he knew Of no money having
been sent TO Oregon for election purposes Of any
kinu; was assured from New York. however,
that certain parties there would be responsible
tGr so,or Al NECESSARY q, espe"ss ne
fray tronn's expenses was raised
after the meeting OF the EIc .tornl College. Enos
Runyan. New York broker. was asked for
whom certain chick for $500. in favor u
Judd a Bush, Of Oregon, was drawn. but posi-
tlvely refused 10 answer. Barton Harrison,
lawyer, testified that Mr.. W. II. Pclton, score.
tary Of the Democratic National Committee, re.
quested him 10 advise with Runyan regarding
his subpoena by the committee he (fiarrison)
was formerly Secretary for Mayor Wicknam. Of
New York, and during the Rebellion was secre-
tary for jefferson Davis. Mr.. watts, Of Ore
gon, tcstifled that he resigned as Postmaster by
telegraph on the sth OF November. and on the
BY telegraph.
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Commodore Vanderbilt died on the 4th,
after an illness Of several months duration,
1t his residence In New York City. His
death had little or no effect on the stock
market, having been 30 long expected. II
II estimated by those In position to Judge,
that Commodore Vanderbilt was owner
Of securities having present market
value Of about 50, 900 900, and that Of this
total fully So, 900, 900 consisted OF stock and
bonds Of the New York Central and Hudson
River Railroad. II II understood that the
bulk Of the vast property IL TO be kept to-
gether, and that provision has been made
for reinvesting the accruing interest on II In
his fayorite securities.
Samuel 3. Bigler, late President Of the
City Bank Of Harrisburgh, Pa, which sus-
pended several months ago, and his two
sons, one the ext Cashier, have been arrest
ed on charges Of conspiracy to dsfraud, en-
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