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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1878-06-13
ENVOY.

Boariersl the worst have not told to ye:
She hath stolen my trowsers, that may not fee
Pnvily by the window. Hence these groans,
There Is no fleeing In a robe de mutt.
Behold the deeds that are done of Mrs. Jonesl
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1878-06-13

Miss Amabel Jonesis musical, and so
The heart Of the young he-border doth win,
Playing The Maiden's Prayer" Gda9io-
That fetcheth him. rs feteheth the banco skin
The innocent rustic. For my part, pray:
That BsdaTjewska maid may waitfor aye
Ere sits she with lover, as did we
Once sit together, Amabell Can II be
That all that a'duous wooinR not atoDes
For Saturday shartness OF trade dollars three7
Behold the deeds that are done Of Mrs. Jonesl
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ana QleQ In 1867, SlXty-Gnree years OF
age. He was a native of Oakham and
was about seven years of age when
eighteen inches high and was taken into
the service of the Duke of Buckingham.
From the age of seven to thirty he grew
no taller, but afterwards shot up to
three feet nine inches He was once
served up in pie at a royal entertain
ment, from which he suddenly sprang
forth in full armor. Sir William Dave,
nant wrote poem on battle between
him and turkey cock, when woman
rescued him from his furious antagonist
The courtiers teazed him about the
story till he callenged young gentle.
man, Mr. Crofts, who had offended him
Crofts appeared at the rendezvous armed
| with squirt, which so enraged the
dwarf that real duel ensued. The
weapons were pistols, and both parties
were on horseback to put them on 8
level At the first fire Geoffrey shot
his antagonist dead. He was afterwards
taken prisoner by Turkish rover and
for time slave in Barbary. At the
beginning of the civil war he was made
a captain in the Royal army. He dice
in prison, in which he had been cast fol
being privy to Popish plot.
Nine. Theresa, called the Corsicar
fairy from the place of her birth, 1643
was remarkable for physical symmetry
and beauty and mental vivacity. Sh'
was exhibited in London in 1878, anG
was thirty-four inches high and weighed
fifty-four pounds.
The Dutch dwarf Wybrand Lolkis wal
born in 1870, and possessed mechanica
taste and skill. He had success as
watch maker, and when sixty years o
age was twenty-seven inches high ant
weighed fifty-seven pounds.
Prince Colobi, Slessing dwarf VIII
was exhibited at Dresden in 1857, wa
twenty-five pounds in weightand twenty
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1878-06-13

n quick, knowing glance naSneu from
Shanghai James eyes into Sallie's.
Maggie, noticing it, gave herself sly
pinch, to preserve her equilibrium"
she afterward told the rest of the con-
spirators.
Sharp Scissors noticed it too, and
clipped out smoothly, as if the hinges"
were all nicely oiled:
Do you know, Jane, it made ME feel
as if l were almost bear, or an alliga-
tor, or something of the kind when
Daisy passed just now"
"Why?" questioned Shanghai Jane
in mock surprise.
Then Sharp Scissors explained, with
an occasional interruption from Maggie,
all about the ghosts that had meditated
making Daisy midnight visit.
"Our consciences have been trying to
bleed us to death ever since we decided
to frighten little Quake-in-her-shoes
and SO we have given it all up" with a
final, decided click.
Shanghai Jane looked disappointed,
but said:
am so glad, for Daisy has not any
spirit, and she would be frightened halt
to death, and really think the ghosts of
her forefathers were around-foolish
little thing"
"Well, she will have no occasion to
! be frightened now," snapped out Sharp
Scissors, giving Maggie a twinkling
glance.
After turning away from Jane and
Sallie, Sharp Scissors clicked out:
"I wonder if Shanghai Jane under
stood what the emphatic she meant. Dc
you think she did, Maggie?'
No, indeed" answered Maggie
; You know Shanghai Jane is not az
bright as she is tall.''
Returning to the waiting group, SHARP
Scissors and Maggie assured them tina
their secret was safe from Miss Holden
owe must not get caught again p ex
/, claimed Maggie.
"No," snapped out Sharp Scissors
"that we mustn't. We know what is t.
be done, and all we have got to de
J is to work with our hands, and not le
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1878-06-13
GLEANLNGS FROM THE MUSE.
BEH0LD THE DEEDS :

The following example in English Of an intricate
form Of French verse; the " Chant Royal" is writ
ten by II. c. Bunner and appears in Scribner's
Monthly for June.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1878-06-13

One night and one day have wept my woe;
Nor wot l. when the morrow doth begin,
III shall have to write 10 Briggs a Co.,
To pay them TO advance the requisite tin
For ransom Of their salesman, that he may
Go forth as other boarders go alway-
As those hear now hocking from their tea,
Led By the daughter Of my landlady
Piana-ward. This day, for all my means,
Dry bread and water have been served nae.
Behold the deeds that are done Of Mrs. Jones
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

a sanguIHary Chapter of Red handed
Murder.

Triple Tragedy In the Eppersop
Family.
Wednesday last, the 18th instant, a
terrible tragedy occurred in Hancock
county, the ferocity or which is rarely
surpassed by the most blood-curdliDg
tales of the border, and which will
awaken a thrill of horror wherever it is
known. The frightful crimes were
committed by members of family
named Epperson, and their victims
were their intimate relations.
From the best information atIaina-
ble, it appears that some time ago
trouble occurred between ]. n. Epper-
son and his wife, and separation re-
suited; EppersoD. leaving home day
before yesterday. Wednesday, he re-
turned, and quarrel ensued which
grew into 2 fight. A. this juncture
John EppersoD, one armed son, I'M
dertook 10 protect his mother, where
upon his father turned upon him, and
after cutting him across the hand in-
flicted four stabs upon his arm. In
the scuffl9 the son succeeded in get
ting the knife away from his father
and stabbed him dead with il.
Shortly after this another SOD,
Thomas Epperson, returning home,
learned of the quarrel, and said to his
brother: Il suppose you took fathers
part ," TO which John answered ::
a No, took mothers part Thomas
replied: Then 1 will take fathers
part" and Immediately commenced
firing at his brother John, who ran
into the house, Thomas following.
The mother attempted to keep Thomas
from entering the house, and was shot
through the heart, dying Instantly.
Thomas then fired again at his brother
John, but missed him, the ball going
through the thigh of another brother,
George Epperson, and then SCATTERING
the knee of a sister. George Epper-
sons injury is only flesh wound,
but ii is thought the sister will die
from her injuries.
After committing this terrible MUIR
der Thomas Epperson fed, and is
still at large. John EPperson surren-
dered himself to the authorities aud
was acquitted, on tue ground of self
defense, by the Corouer's inquest.
The Eppersons live in the lower
edge of HaUccck county, on Clinch
river, about five miles northeast of
L. II L. 4
is within a mile of the place where
the famous Lee and Leg-r murders
occurred year ago.
The holiday Hats at II. w. Halls
are exquisite. Call and see them.
Those Juvenile Books at Ogden
Brothers, are very nice.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Personal,

Mr.. NJ. G. Wilson, one of the pro-
prietors Of Montvale Springs, came
over yesterday, and goes South this
morning for trip of few weeks to
work up the interests of that popular
watering place for another season.
Mr.. r. :. Payne returned home
Thursday night from visit to friends
at Nashville and other portions of
Middle Tenn.
Mr.. J. A. Childress, of the Roane
county Herald, is in the city and
called on US yesterday.
Mr.. J. j. Collie, an enterprising
merchant at Mt. Horeb. Tenn, has
been in the city for day or so on
business, and made US pleasant call
last night.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Dissolution Of Partnership.

tween M. & N. Stern, will be dissolved on
the lst day of January, 1879, and until
that time goods II be sold at Eastern
cost to reduce stock. All parties indebted
to the above firm, must pay up before the
1st of January, and save further trouble.
Beware of street drummers. for they make
ten per cent, and you can save this by
buying from NJ. s. y. STERN.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
A Man of A Thousand.

When death was hourly expected,
all remedies having failed, and DR.. II.
James was experimenting with In
dian Hemp, be accidentally cured his
only child of Consumption, and now
gives this Recipe free for two stamps
to pay expenses.
Address, Cradock & Co, 1882 Race
Street, Philadelphia, Pa. deC6I1m
A very complete line OF solid silver
in Morocco cases, at Hope 81 Miller,s.
Lockets. Medallions, shawls and
scarf Pins, sleeve Buttons, Studs, &c.
at Hope & Miller's. dec7dif
Albums, large stock, at Ogden
Brothers.
Fine solid gold rings for ladies aud
gentlemen in Cameo, Amithyst, Onyx,
Turquoise and other stones, at Hope
& MilleFs.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Trial of ON New steamer.

Trial of the new Steam Fire Engine will
commence to-day at one o'clock p. M, on
Branner street. The following practical
engineers are requested to be present,
Chief of Police Pickens, G. B. BurlesoD,
D. Newman, 7. A. Burrier, ". II. Nc
Cafferty, A. r. Davis, j. B. Hoxsie. Also
the Mayor and City Council, Fire and Po-
lice Committee and the citizens generally,
Firemen especially WIN. CoFFMAN,
G. K F. Dept.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
New Law Partnership.

The undersigned have this day ascot
ated themselves as general partners in the
practice of law in all the Courts sitting
in KnoxYille-Federal Supreme, Chan
Gerry, Circuit and Criminal-under the firm
name of FLEMING & INGERSOLL.
Special business will be attended to in any
of the Courts of East Tennessee.
Office on Gay street. Knoxville, on first
floor of Commercial Bank building.
JNo. M. FLEMING,
H Fl. INGERsoLL.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

JAMES VI. QUEENER, formerly
with WI. a. n. Stern, is now COR
nected with Joseph Il. McTeer,
Wholesale and Retail ClOthier,
Has Gay Street. He Will be pleas
ed to have all his old friends call
and see him at his new place Of
business.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
EAST TENN. <aIGA IS FACTORY.
T EEOIKENLOS Prnnriarnr
ALWAYS FRESH GOODS

AtMrs. Kate Dallas Titus Millinery
EsIablishmenG.
Mrs. Kate Dallas Titus has just received
another fresh stock of Fall Goods in her
line, and is prepared to meet the wants of
her customers in any aspect. Her DRESS
hands and all work is guaranteed to give
satisfaction. Don't fail to examine her
stock and prices before purchasing else
where.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
re OVAL
OF T.. G. miiieE's Saddle and Harness
Factory,

OF T.. G. R4iiIer's Saddle and Harness
Factory.
To the Temple Block, West Side Market
Square, near to the City Hall. a rapid in>
crease of bu mess has compelled ne to pro-
cure larger house. l give my personal
attention to all work done in my factory
and employ none but first elias mechanics.
AL my a0ork is Hand Made. No machine
work. All work warranted, and from 10
to 70 per cent. cheaper than The same goods
can be bought in the STATE.
EAST TENN. siI&3A IS FACTORY.
F. HOTKENJOS, Proprietor
CIGARS, TOBACCO, SNUFF, PIPES
and SMOKERS ARTICLES.
) CENT CIGARS
Pure Havana Filler.
FIFTY DOLLARS offered to anybody
in this city who can beat this Cigar in price
and quality. F. HocKENJos.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
What are the wild waves saying

What are the wild waves saying,
What is the echo Of the woods,
What is the glad song of the birds
Their melody is, buy your Toys at Akers',
where Santa Claus reflects the rays of st.
Nicholas illuminator over the Snow Man,
Crandall's Menagerie. and that fine old
Eaglish:gentleman famous John Gilpin,
and invites his dear lady friends and little
ones to call and see him.
E. A. AKERs, Auc'r.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
III. Fl. INGERsoLI
Knoxville, November 3, 1878.

The undersigned will attend to closing
up all business now in his hands in the
courts of upper East Tennessee.
dec1d&W12t II. III. INGERsoLL.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Hope Il Miller have au unusual
choice selection of silver plated ware,
adapted to the season of presentation,
and will engrave them free Of charge.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
CITY TIE MS.

Market Square was searched from garnet
to cellar last night, for Mems, EWomen's
and Misses Rlbbers, and the only place
that had full assortment was the house
Of Gossett, Ford s. Bro.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Best quality Zephyrs at s
cents per o., at Nelson's.

We desire to state to the public that
we are in receipt of large and select
stock of Stamped Tinware and House
Furnishing Goods.
SHEA & DONAETOE
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
mates Taken 20 Coal Greek,

Capt. John f. Davis, agent for the
penitentiary lessees, came down on
yesterday mornings train, having in
charge the prisoner +. g. Miles, who
was convicted at BlountviIle of the
killing Of the woman Sally Leonard,
at Bristol, and sentenced to 10 years in
the penitentiary. He went out with
him on yesterday evenings *. and o.
train to Coal Creek.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Lost His Farmer.

About noon yesterday a country
man from the back woods, who is not
a very frequent observer of city life,
rushed up the steps at the city hall
and began tugging violently at the
fire and police bell. When confronted
by city off eial, with the question,
what was the matter with him, he re-
piled that he had lost his partner, and
came up there 10 find if he was in the
calaboose. He WASN'T there, and the
country manwent along hunting
somewhere else.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been
used for children. It corrects acidity of
the stomach, relieves q0ind cholic, regulates
the bowels, cures dysentery and diarrhea,
whether arising from teething or other
causes. An old and well-tried remedy, %
cents bottle. mrh13d&w12ms
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
A large assortment of Silk
Handkerchief from Il IL
cents to 81 rs, at Nelson's.

Shea & DOnahoe are daily in receipt
of goods since the great fire Septem-
Der goth Call aud examine their
stock. dec11d5t
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Zephyr Goods.

The
The best Stocking J arms, Shetland and SaTqny Woods
Notices at cts Motto Frames Glass and Back complete, only 3
Slipper Patterns SOO 25 and upward Card board only sc sheet
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
For saie,

A most desirable residence on Broad
street, opposite the Asylum. Terms rea-
sonable. Apply to DR.. j. T. Levi, or Geo.
Washington. sep3dtf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
. As Light Nv Ocean Foam :"

Is a simiIe often used. But ocean foam
is light in weight, deceptive and vapid;
quantity VS.. quality. Ladies, use Doc
ley's Yeast Powder, and your baking
will be delight to tie eye and the
palate. Cake, bread. biscuit, pot pies
and buildings all bear witness to its
magic. En#.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Japanese Wooden Ware.


Writing Desks &c These goods price from 90 CO.
The above mentioned goods on Russia Leather
rOpOrion
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
CASHMERES .
Bargains Extraordinary!

cent Pocket Handkerchief for 253.
A scents POcSe
A Br0cad
A 5.
Zan
dOzenT at zen a
a worth l5c; 3
Flannel
and advertise We
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
The Public scnooI Exhibition

The Public school Exhibition
Which takes place at the Opera
House next Thursday night, the 10Th
inst, participated in by the teachers
and pupils OF our city schools, prom
Uses to be an unusually interesting en-
tertainment. The exercises will cons
sist OF music, calisthenics, practice
with dumb>bells, etc, making a
highly interesting programme.
Further announcement will be made
Of price, etc Those who are to par
ticipate, are requested to meet at the
Opera House this evening FOR rehearsal.
Choice Books for old or yCurg, at
Ogden Brothers.
a full line of House Furnishing
Goods at Shea & DOnahOe's
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
millinery
Buy your MILLINERY at DUHBAB's.

Large Stock and lowest prices, at Dun
BARS.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Millinery
Millinery

Headquarters for STYLISH GOODS and
lowest prices, at A. d. DUNBAR's.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Elegant japanese Writing Desks, at
Ogden Brothers.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

10. Meier has just received full
line of Underwear, White Shirts,
Night Shirts, Gloves, &c. nov2ldtf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
CALL AT OUR sToR EsoR SEND ORDERS NOW

We send Cloaks Shawl
aiming before paying for them you paying express chage The money
For goods by mail additional added to pay
Your orders solicited.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
The JEW ORLEANS sToRr.

be he 4 LEAD!
n
LEAD n Quality O oodsl
~ WE LEAD in KeePjng Perfect Etahinhnn4!
WE LEAD Continually Putting Down Keeping Prices down
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

The finest assortment of Papeteries
ever brought to Knoxville, at Ogden
Brothers.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

We have received new and varied as
sortment of GOLD PENS and PENCILS,
from two of the leading manufacturers of
New York and solicit an inspection of
these goods-among which are many nov
elties-by the public. RAMAGE & Co.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Shea & Donahoe are ceiling the best
Heating Stove ever in this market.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Christmas Presents.

Dry Carmas Presents you buy
ESPECIAL OFFERING FOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS
Black Coored Brocde Silks ST
n in
81,
SILK Handkerchief! Kid Gloves
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
Professional.

J. Willard Hill, NJ. D., graduate of the
University of Strasburg, Germany, offers
his professional services to the public of
Knoxville and vicinity.
Office on Cumberland street, old resi-
dence of his father, DR.. o. F. Hill.
dec8d6t
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14
For Upwards of Thirty Years

New Goods every week, at DUNBAR'S
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Choice Eating Apples, at
LoCKE's.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Gossett, Ford & Bro, have the run on
Mems WomeA's and Misses Rubbers.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Foley's Gold Pens, at Ogden Bros.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

The holiday Hats at III. w. Halls
are exquisite. Call and see them.
Those Juvenile Books at Ogden
Brothers, are very nice.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

A very complete line OF solid silver
in Morocco cases, at Hope & Miller's.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1878-12-14

Albums, a large stock, at Ogden
Brothers.
The Hickman courier. [volume] (Hickman, Ky.) 1859-current, 1878-11-29
Our Exports.
Rural New Yorker


An enumeration of some of the exports
from the port of New York in a single
week will give very clear idea of the
wonderful wealth of resources and ma
terial, aud the extent of the foreign
traffic of the United States For i'm
stance in one week in September there
were 100000 bushels of wheat shipped
abroad, Manufactures and produce
were sent to ffty-seven foreign ports.
OF these the largest business was done
with Liverpool, the amount being
1,667, 1863. This included 800 tons of
fresh meat, $50 kegs of tongues, oysters,
toys, chremes, shoe-polish, $62, 600 worth
of butter, nearly 100000 worth of
bacon, S2S3,000 worth of tobacco and
1928, 900 of wheat London $500, 900
WORTH of goods, among which were 300
sewing-machines, $50 packages of
wooden ware, 100000 pounds of cheese,
10000 bushels of wheat, and 1915
cases OF canned goods. Glasgow took
forty-two barrels shoe pegs and 1900
cases of canned goods and other mer-
chandise to the value of 100000; $685.
2ll worth went to Japan; $500, 900 to
Australia, which took 1897 packages of
agricultural implements, 225 barrels of
shee pegs, lot of wiud-mills, pumps,
The Hickman courier. [volume] (Hickman, Ky.) 1859-current, 1878-11-29
Fine Mechanism.

One of the most singular mechanical
operations Imaginable is the making OF
gold wire for what is known as gold lace.
The refner first prepares a solid rod Of
silver about an inch in thickness he
heats this rod, applies upon the surface a
sheet of gold leaf, Furnishes this down,
applies another coating, Furnishes this
down-ard so on, until the gold is about
one-hundredth part the thickness of the
silver The red is then subjected to a
train OF processes which brings it down
to the state of fine wire, when it is passed
through holes in steel plate lessening
step by step in diameter. Tho gold
never deserts the silver, but adheres
closely to it and shares all its nlutitions;
it is one-hundredth part the thickness of
the silver ct the beginning, and it main~
tains the same ratio to the end. As TO
the thinness to which the gold-coated
rod of silver can be brought, the limit
depends en- the delicacy of human skill.
1t has been calculated, however, that the
gold actually placed on the very finest
silver wire for gold lace is not more than
one-third of one-miIlionth of an inch in
thickness-that is, not above one-tenth
the thickness of ordinary gold-leaf.
WHEN you have bored the bulls eye'
set down and keep still folks will think
then that you kan hit it emmy time you
have mind to. Il Josh Billings.
The Hickman courier. [volume] (Hickman, Ky.) 1859-current, 1878-11-29
From Riches to Poverty.

f. J. Oakley, the Ascending cashier
of the Merchants Exchange National
Bank, OF New York, after eluding the
vigilance of the authorities for several
years, was arrested on Thursday last, and
is now an inmate of the Ludlow Street
Jail. Oakley was indicted in the United
States Court in February, 1870, and WAS
placed under $4,000 bail, which he
readily obtained. He left the city in
July of the same year and has not been
seen here untilt3-1ay. He was connected
with the bank twenty-seyen years, and
enioyed the confidence Of the President
aud all the officers OF the bank. He told
the District Attorney that for the last
seven years he bad lived in Canada, be-
ing most of the time in Montreal, and
that on many occasions he had been
obliged TO beg for bread and was now
penniless. On several occasions, to keep
from starving, he had worked as a COM
mon laborer, and once took a situation
OF cook on q coasting vessel. Oakley
said that Mr.. Bell (the present Assistant
District Attorney was his counsel, and,
acting on his advice, Oakley states that
he fed TO Canada He alzO says that If
it had not been for Mr.. Bell he would
have remained here and taken the con-
sequences Of his misdeeds. The amount
OF OAkley's defalcation was $500, 900.