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The New York herald., 1879-12-08
EX-SECRETARY robson.

HE WOULD LIKE GRANT FOR THIRD TERM.
BUT WILL NOT BE SECRETARY OF THE NAvl
AGAIN.
Mr.. George NJ. Robeson. ex-Secretary Of the Navy.
and present member of Congress from New Jersey.
representing the Camden district. returned from
Europe on the steamship Britannia on Saturday. A
HERALD reporter encountered him yesterday just "a
he was packing his valise ut the Fifth Avenue Hotel
to take the train for Philadelphia to return to his
constituents and his home in the little New Jersey.
city the other side of the Delaware.
..Mr Robeson," said the reporter. during youl
visit to Europe there came to us a story that you
had declared yourself for Grant very earnestly for
her i'll the Presidency, and that you also de-
sired to be Secretary OF the Navy once more for the
purpose of obtaining opportunity of vindicating
yourself from accusations which were published
against your mannl enient of the Navy Department"
Mr.. Robeson laughed good humoredly and re.
piled - never said anything like that in Europe.
mated. II 1t was not manufactured here. would not
be Secretary Of the Navy again under any circum-
sstion again.. have been through that mill, and
once Is enough. But am in favor OF General Grant.
lswould give him any Office he wants. or course
am his friend always; but do not believe ne wants
the Presidency although have not seen him for
two years."
"Do you think the current is setting toward
II wish could give some information ON that
point. But have been out OF the country since
Congress adjourned last summer and for ten daya
have been out of the world / rather behind.
hand in point of information. You know how see
voyage isoates one. have not any one since
came home. and don't know anything about poll.
tics. AS said before. am in favor OF Grant II he
will accept the Presidency, but do not think n
will. think he has had enough of it. too"
Further conversation made it evident that Mr..
Robeson knew nothing about the "Grant BOOM"
and had opinion to express to its significance
or importance until he has been home long enough
to post himself.
s'After Grant. Mr.. Robeson. who do you think the
republican party would make its canddateY'
swell. am friend OF both Blaine and Conkling,"
he replied, in non-committal manner. "but il
would be impossible for me now to say who will be
the man."
The New York herald., 1879-12-08
.'ITS SIX WEEKS NEXT MONDAY"

John Purcell. In the Tombs Court yesterday. re-
marked cophdentialy to areporter In reference to
of assault and battery in which he was the de-
fendant wait till get the stand and then look
out for Developments" Thrice. in his eagerness
to acquaint tho magistrate with the correct version
OF the affair. he got upon the witness stand at the
wrong time and unccremoniously hustled or
by court policeman At length his opportunity to
speak arrived.
Eyer, Honor" he began. carefully placing his high
hat In n spot he had brushed clear of dirt
'Wcll," said the Court "what have you to sayt
II anything, let It be brief"
"lll put you In possession of tho intoiro facts in
this case he replied, with q nod OF selfassurance.
"Dick, as makes tho charge, and meself have known
Que anithcr these nftccn years. Tho way We became
acquainted was'--
Never mind how you became acquainted"
"Well, it's matther of small account, anyway
Three years ago we had sort Of falling out betuno
us, and IL was in this Way
"Pass that by also. Time is precious. Come to
the day OF the assault"
'Im comm to II. Yer Honor. IT'S six weeks next
Monday
1--WE can't listen to what happened them
"Well, Yer. Honor, two weeks ago
"Alr Purcell?"
Eyes, sor."
"Down stairs you'll nnd prison keeper nesr your
CELL He has more time on his hands than i. You
can tell him your narrative In instruments. Next
January you will about reach the time when the
blows struck. Well send for you then. In
the meanwhile. good day."
Purcell was removed.
The New York herald., 1879-12-08
GREENpo1NTs DEBT-LADEN CHURCH.

Rev. Father Murphy. the recently appointed pas
tor of st. Anthony's Church. Greenpoint. yester.
day assured his parishioners that no uneasinesa
should be felt regarding the reported sale OF Ste
Anthony's. The Manhattan Life Insurance Coms
pany he said holds mortgages on the church to the
amount OF $4,000 The interest had been permitted
to accumulate SO that it reached about $4,000 last
July. In order to obtain this amount the company
forecloscd one mortgage OF $4,000 Oh the Goth OF
last month. at the same tpe promising that no one
should be disturbed. no advantage taken and no
transfer OF title made provided tho back interest
were regularly paid In instalments of $1,000 on the
LIST of every month. "In this sense" Father MUIR
ply continued, "tne church ours. and will
main. Therefore, let be uneasy. Instead OF
debt growing larger growing smaller very rapidly.
To-day s set apart because 1t Is the first sunday OF
the month. for extraordinary collection. Tho
collection the first Sunday III November was SJ06.
On the LIST of January hope to be able to pay tho
second instament. $1,000. Debts amounting to over
$4,000 have been settled since October l. have
ceived liberal deductions from the amount of tho
accounts, in one case deduction of 81 .41O for o
prompt settlement. While these deducti lions have
greatly encouraged and assisted me the large pay
nents have lett me bare OF means. aud urgent
claim OF 81 900 is to be met II 1 can do can
only meet IL by your assistance. which to-day. and
especially next Sunday. hope Will DO generously
niyeu."
The New York herald., 1879-12-08

through both houses of this Congress. and 1T Is
equally certain that the law requiring the coinage or
not less than 81 600 900 than SiOOO.OOo or
silver will not be amended modified in any respect
While 1t is possible that the Warner Silver BILL pro-
viding the unlimited coinage OF silver may pass
yet it is equally certain that the President will veto
1t and thus prevents 1t becoming law. The general
sentiment in Congress at this time seems TO Dc 10
sion 80 far practical legislation is concerned.
There may be- and doubtless will be. many resolu-
mercia interests of the country may rely implicitly
on the fact that the present condition OF things VIII
not be disturbed. do not make this statement as
rejecting my wishes. hut as question of fact
which will be realized in the of events Such
is the division OF sentiment in Congress and between
Congress and the President financial questions
that any important legislation is next to impossible
for the present"
After the interview with the reporter ended Mr.
Springer locked his vaise picked up his overcoat
aud started by the night train for Washington.
The New York herald., 1879-12-08
THE SILVER LAKE MURDER.

Argument in the matter OF the appeal from the
conviction of Edward Rcinhardt. the silver Lake
murderer, will DO heard to-day before the General
Term Supreme Court, Kings county. Argument
was to have been heard in Brooklyn in September,
but the case was adjourned. To-day tho counsel
will present tho points upon which a new trial Ia
sought. Judges Barnard Pratt aud Gilbert will pro-
side.
The New York herald., 1879-12-08
MARRl ED.

DoDeE-HARRIMAS-O Saturday. December 9. at
the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church. by the Rev.
John Hall. d. D., w. EARL DoDaE and EMRLINR
daughter Of Oliver Hartman.
RYAN-TAYLoR.-In Brooklyn. November a. by
Rev. j. M. Buckley. D. D.. Mr.. JAMES A. RYAN to Miss
ALA G. TAYLOR, all OF, Brooklyn.
SIGRIsT-PULrE.-On Thursday. December 4. 1879,
Rev. A. Kessler. s. SIGRIsr to THxRxsE BULTE. of
New York city. No cards.
The New York herald., 1879-12-08
MARRIAGES AND DEATHS.
ENGAGED.

LoEwENsrEN - OPPKNHEIMER. JULIA LoEwEN-
STEIN to HERMAN OpPENHErMER. both Of this city.
No cards.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

SKINNER-At Moss place, on Calcasieu
river, October 23d, 1879, of congestion Of the
bowels, James Skinner, aged % years, 8
months and 3 days.
The deceased was born In Mississippi, May
the goth, 1877. He came to this State at an
early age, bis father locating IN Ut. Landry
parish Mr.. Skinner resided many years in
Sabine parish, moving to Caicasieu IN 1864.
In 1S49 he became member Of the Primitive
Baptist church, living III conformity to chris
tlan life. and the rules OF the church, Till his
removal to Calcasieu, there not being Prini-
tive Baptist church Ia bis vicinity he united
with the Missionary Baptist church, living q
consistent member thereof till bis death He
was deyout christian, aud expressed hope
in Jesus often during his last Illness He was
an affectionate father, and an exemplary eiti-
zen, loved and respected by all who knew
him. He leaves wife and six children, amid
d host OF friends, to lament him. In tender
ing our sympathies to the bereayed ones we
know we cannot comfort them, but would
commend them to him who has said
e Come unto me, We weary and heavy laden"
LEE-At the Log Ranch Of Lee ~ Bros, in
this parish, on Friday, October 81, 1879, 4. X.
Lee, aged about 27years. He leaves father,
sisters and brother, and many relatives and
friends, to mourn bis loss.
Jasper Texas News Boy, please copy.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Carleton Hunt, Esq, Dean Of the fac
nlty Of the Law department Of the
University Of Louisiana, for copy Of
the annual circular Of that department
of the university. With its able. fac
nlty, immense library, moot courts,
oral lectures, and facilities for daily
intercourse with the able lawyers and
Judges of New Orleans, this long es-
tablished and able law school offers the
highest possible advantages to young
men intending to study and practice
law in Louisiana.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The Southern Caltisasot for October
is full Of valuable information to south
ern farmers Experience has demon
stTated that farming pays, and that il
pays best when the farmer is well posted
on modern Improvements aud discov-
cries relating to agricultural pursuits.
No such farmer can do without some
reliable agricultural journal, and among
southern publications of this kind there
is none better than the Southern Cul-
tiyator. Published monthly, BY w.
L. Jones, at Athens, Ga, at sl.6o per
year.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The saw mills just now are very busy,
and work is abundant for all who are
willing to labor. Orders are coming
in freely, from all parts, and the supe-
riority of Lake Charles lumber is fully
recognized. Messrs. Ryan q Geary's
saw mill has q capacity of Is to 10000
feet per day, and is kept fully employed
with home orders and orders from In
dianola, Western Texas, and the Santa
Fc Railroad. Their planning mill turns
out about $4,000 feet of dressed lum-
Der daily.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
Vacant Succession Of John HDiI-
LON, deceased.
PROVISIONAL TApLEAU OF ASSETS AND LA
DILITIEs.
State OF Louisiana-PariSh OF Calcasieu--
Parish Court Clerks Office.

JITHEREAs James w. Bryan, Curator Of
w the vacant succession Of John Dillon,
deceased has fled IN my Office Provisional
Tableau OF the assets and liabilities OF said
succession to the date Of filing said Tableau,
legation thereof; therefore the creditors Of
said succession, and all persons interested
therein, are hereby notified OF the fling Of
said tableau, and are hereby cited to appear
before the Honorable Parish Court Of said
parish Of Calcasieu and show cause why said
Tableau should not be approved and homolo-
thereto Ii fled lii the Office 81 the Clerk of
said Court, at the Court House, In the town Of
Lake Charles In said parish, within ten days
from this 25tA day Of October, 1879, the said
tablean will be approved and h0nlologatcd.
Witness the Honorable David j. Reid, Par
ish Judge OF said parish, October %, 1879.
JN0. q. GRAY, Clerk.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

New SroRE. BY reference to their
advertisement it will be seen that
kaufman q Bloch have opened a new
store in town, in Gray's Hall building,
onthe corner Of Ryan and Broad streets.
These gentlemen are from ST. Landry
parish, where they are very highly es-
teemed. They advertise their inten-
ton to 40 strictly cash business, and
to sell at the lowest living prices. Give
them call.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,
September 30th, 1870

ATOTICE Is hereby given that the follow
IN ing named settler has filed notice OF his
intention to make final proof in support Of his
claim, and secure final entry thereof ut the
expiration OF thirty days from the date Of this
notice, viz
Carmelite Breaux, Of Calcasieu parish, La,
who made Homestead application No. 439a,
for the Il III Of y w Ira Of See 10, NE ia
OF N w Id and s w 1I4 Of n w ia Of Sec 30,
TO SR NV, s w Dist. La, and names the
following as his witnesses, viz Randolph Kay
and Cyfroycn Dugas, both OF Calcasieu
W. M, BURWELL, Register.
October II, 1S79-5t,
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

If some Of those English emigrants
who lately landed in Texas had turned
their attention to our country, they
would not now be lamenting their
choice. AT present here is a magnif-
cent opening for good dairy farmer;
one who understands bis business
would in a very short time become rich
from the products Of bis labor
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

A gentleman from Italy, visiting
town last Saturday. bought half dozen
eggs to carry home, and safely slowed
them away in bis rear pocket IL an
unconscious moment be sat down, and
amid the wrecks Of his investment ex-
pended a considerable amount Of the
Italian Language, more expressive than
elegant.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Our wide awake business men are
now beginning to appreciate the many
advantages accruing to them from adj
vertising in the EcHo. Our paper is
wide awake, thorough exponent of
the views of the people, and visits
many families in this and adjacent
parishes. Orders are received for
numerous extra copies of this weeks
issue, and we expect by strict attention
to the wants of our readers and adver-
tisers to attain circulation unexcelled
by any country paper in the State.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The mirage on our lake last Wed
nesday morning was beautiful beyond
description. The lake was perfectly
calm, the pleasure boats seemed moving
over sea of glass, while the falling Of
timber and almost the sound of human
voices on the other side of the lake,
were distinctly audible. The refrac-
ton of various objects miles away was
perfectly visible through the mist, and
the whole scene was one to be enjoyed
and remembered.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

To ORANGE, TExAs.-Mr. Weeden.
proprietor Of the mail stage line be
TWEEN Lake Charles and Orange, Texas,
has made arrangements with the La.
Western Railroad Co. to carry his pas
sengers by and mail rail from the Sab
inc river to Orange. This will be a
fresh inducement to travel b. that
route.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Al the request OF many OF my friends, !
vii I'll the election In December next, submit
nv name To the voters Of Vernon, Calcasieu
and Cameron Parishes, as 3 candidate Tor
Judge 81 the Fourteenth Judicial District, as
created by the new constitution and respect
fully solicit their support. ,
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

A fine opportunity Il presented for
the establishment Of first class laun-
dry in our town, every facility being ac-
corded, good, soft water and splendid
climate. If many Of those whose mis-
directed efforts have led them to estab-
fishing elsewhere, would turn their en-
ergics ia this direction, they would find
themselves amply compensated.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

SALooS.-John Carson, the expe-
rienced saloonist, comes to the front
with new advertisement this week,
and will be pleased to verify what he
says in it to all who may favor him
with their patronage.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
100000 .
THE CAMPAIGN HAS OPENED
j q Hi N CA R . O N
is STILL IN THE FIELD.

70 sTILL IN THE FIELU'
Mot A CANDIDATE OR YET A VOTER,
other friends with the finest qualities Of Nc
Calls Old Bourbon and Sour Mash Whistles.
His Wholesale store contains the finest
brands OF Champagnes, Brandies and Liquors,
whilst his stock Of Cigars, of every variety,
cannot be surpassed, which will be disposed
Of at the lowest possible rates
His par'lor is fitted with first class Billiard
Table for the use of his patrons, while the
Geological collection is always open to the
public free of charge
All are invited, Strangers are cordially
welcomed
Remember JOHN CARSON is always
to be found at the old place, opposite the
Haskell House, ready to welcome all with y
smile, providing business is good.
Nov /, 1878, -5t
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The brisk norther that was blowing
the last of the week had the effect of
keeping a number of schooners below.
We expect shortly the port will be fill
ed with craft all at once.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Hunters and travellers, hotel and res
taurant keepers, and heads of families
desiring oysters, shrimp, fish and wild
fowl, from Calcasieu Pass, will do well
to read the new advertisement headed
For Caleasieu Pass"
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

F1RE.-We caution our townspeople
that they cannot be too careful to
guard against fire breaking out in town.
Several neighboring towns have suffer
ed lately and seriously from lack of
precaution in this respect.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

CHEAP JoHN.--he has arrived at
last. If you doubt it read his new adj
vertisement, and then call on him and
examine his goods and prices. You
will find him on Kirby street, opposite
the Catholic church.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

To the citizens of Calcasieu--Having pre-
viously declared my intention to submit my
name before you, as q candidate for the office
of Clerk of the District Court, substantiate
that declaration by this announcement: With
due respect for your suffrages, solicit your
support. JNO. MCNEESE.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Mr.. L. Kaufman, of the firm Of
Kaufman & Bloch of our town left for
New Orleans on Monday last on a
business trip. 1t is the purpose of
Mr.. Kaufman while in the Crescent
City to add to his firms already ex-
tensive stock of goods.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
CANDIDATES,
-r>S>S>~~-r~-r>
For District JsHdge.

To the voters OF Vernon, Calcasieu and Cam
eron Parishes;
The undersigned aspires to the honor OF the
iudgeship OF the 14th Judicial District Of the
New Constitution, and respectfully solicits
your support at the election y PES aea. od;
fications as his friends may deem proper.
''~'S's' 'T7 s. ID. READ.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

PERsoNAL.-Mr. j. ID. Armstrong
the genial and efficient Registrar fol
the parish of Cameron, left for Cam.
eron on Monday last.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
FOR CALCAsHEU PASS
Steamer Ramos,
JOSEPH WOODROE, MASTER.

L. and will make regular semi-weekly trips
between Lake Charles and Cameron, lees
burg) carrying the U. s. Mail. All trips by
daylight Leaves Lake Charles Mondays and
Thursdays, and Cameron Wednesdays and
Saturdays. For freight or passage, apply on
board. Nov ], lS79.-tf.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Voters OF Calcasieu Parish 81 am candi-
date for the office Of Clerk Of the District
Court, at the election to be held the I'd day of
December next. II elected can only promise
to continue, as have always tried, to do my
duty as public officer. / respectfully solicit
your support THAD. MAYO.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

We are authorized to announce WILLIAM
VINCENT, as a candidate for the House Of
Representatives, from the parish Of Calcasicu
Election In December next.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

Wild DucKs.--Quite a supply Of
ducks were received during the past
week, and the purchasers of teal, NAL
lard, blue wing and brant, were all
accommodated at the remarkably low
price Of 20 cents each, irrespective Of
size.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
MI A R Rg he ID.

KING--WILLIAMS-A the residence of
the late Mrs Kaogh, in this parish, Wednes-
day, October 10th, 1879, by Justice Z. 3. Fer
both Of this parish.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,
September 30th, 1879

ATOTICE Is hereby given that the follow
In ing named settler has filed notice Of his
intention to make final proof In support Of bis
claim, and secure final entry thereof at the
expiration Of thirty days from the date OF this
notice, viz:
July jackson, Of Calcasien parish, la, who
the N Ire Of N w iii and N w ia Of NE la
of Sec 81, and VI It'd Of s y 1I4 OF Sec N, y
4SR12 w, 8 w Dist La, and names the fol-
lowing as liis witnesses, viz; !. 8. Meadows
and 5. j. Meadows, both of Calcasleu parish,
La. w. M. BURWELL, Register.
October II, 1S70-5t.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01
For Sheriff.

FELLOW CIrIzEss-1 am q candidate for re-
election to the office Of Sheriff of Calcasieu.
My past record as Sheriff is known to you all.
II you elect me promise TO do my duty.
DAVID Ell. LYONS,
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The activity now displayed here in
the erection of new buildings will add
greatly to the appearance and business
Of Our town. Building, business and
prosperity, 20 hand in hand.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

REmovAL.-Henry Iagelke has re-
moved his harness and saddlery shop
from the old Jasper Lee stand, on Ryan
street, one square further north, on the
opposite side Of the same street, just
above Herman S. lessons store and
bakery.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

The LAKE HousE.-This popular
hotel, under tile efficient management
of its genial host, Capt. Green Hall, is
doing . good business. The late cool
weather has added new smiles to the
always pleasant lcountenanee Of the
captsin. He is always hspPiest in a
"norwestcr.s'
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

MEvnopis~ SUNDAY ScHooL.
tendance last Sunday; Officers, 1:
teachers, 8; scholars, so; visitors, 8
sesaa, as; collection, go cents.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

We are authorized TO announce j. ID. LIE
VOGUE, as q candidate for Clerk Of the Dis
trict Court, of this parish. Election In De-
cember, 1879.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1879-11-01

GALVESTON, Oct. %, 1879.

The above quotations are from The
Galveston News Of the 80 instant.
We will publish quotations weekly