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The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
--N. AA5HIaGate

Tho Institute to be held at this place on
next Wednesday, Thursday Friday and
Saturday, promises to be an interesting ocN
casion. We learn from the State Superin-
tendent of Education, that in addition to
the instructors from distance, number
of prominent educators from different por-
tons of the State bave signified their in>
tention to be present. 1t is suggested that
the spirited and generous citizens of
jackson extend hearty welcome TO these
ladies and gentlemen, in the way of hospi-
tally daring their stay with us. The meets
ing of such body in our midst, by its
benefits to the cause of education, will be
felt Throughout the community, and will
vastly outweigh any expense incident to the
occasion.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

The conviction by an Atlanta jury of
the man Hill, who killed the seducer of
his wife, of the crime of murder, is a
verdict according to the law and evil
dence, which, under the ruling of the
singularly just judge who presides
over the criminal court, was the only
verdict that could have been rendered
or would have been received. And yet,
while Judge and jury have done their
duty, we hope the pardoning power
will intervene and set the prisoner free.
81 killed Simmons" said Hill in his
statement on the trial, "because he in
vaded the sanctity of my home, and 1
have no other excuse to offer. If this
was wrong, hang me-" 1t was not
wrong. The fend who deliberately
applies himself to the ruin of his neigh
boris wife, and covers her husbands
and children's name with obloquy and
ineffaceable reproach, should pay for it
with his worthless life. The woman
should be put away" and the man
killed.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
knights and Ladies' OF Honor.

jackson Lodge, No. 1913. knights and
Ladies of Honor, at their meeting on We'd
nesday night, elected the following officers
to serve during the ensuing six months;
Protector, James Shelton; Assistant Pro-
tector, Mrs. A. L. Brunscn; Chaplain, d.
p. Porter; Secretary, John W. Smylie;
Treasurer, Mrs. NJ. eastman; Guide, E.
II. Reber; Inside Sentinel, John McGill;
Outside Sentinel, Louis Stanger; Past Pro-
tector, W. Q Lowd.
This order, though organized only short
time ago, is in aourishing condition. Its
meetings are held on the second and fourth
Wednesday of every month, and are of
such an interesting nature, that d full at
tendance of It's members is always secured.
II now numbers about forty-five members,
aud is increasing at every meeting
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

The correspondent of the New Or
leans Democrat writes from Washing
ton in regard to Ohio nominations as
follows:
I have observed a great many express
sions in the newspapers of the belief
that the nomination of Ewing was a
blow to Thurman's interest next year.
But this is wholly without foundation
I am in position to know the insid e
of these matters and speak by the card
when | say that Ewing's nomination at
the hands of Bishops friends was ex-
actly what Thurman wished And
when this was supplemented by the
nomination of Rice for the second
place without opposition Humans
triumph was complete. The fact of
the matter is that the Ohio Dem
ocracy, for the first time since
1873, is thoroughly unified and har-
monized by the Ewing Rice ticket.
1t has taken the various leaders a long
time to get in line with the Cincinnati
Enquirer, but they have all got there
now and the line has been drawn so
that the bakers dozen of so-called
Democrats in Ohio who adhere to the
national banks and want the debt of
the country paid in the Wall street
gold dollar, worth 115 cents must either
quit their nonsense or make the best of
their way into the Radical camp where
they belong.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
Pass Him Round.

As the editor of a public journal, 1t is
our duty to expose rascality of all kinds,
and TO put the public on their guard against
bad men. In the performance of that duty
which is sometimes painful because of old
acquaintance and friendship, We are COM
PEELED to state that Prof. z. Rivinac, of
jackson, committed an offence, on the 18th
instant, near this plBce, that ought to con-
sign him to everlasting infamy, and pre-
vent his admission to the residences of all
respectable people. Had the offence been
committed at most houses in this section,
his body would now be food for worms, as
but few fathers cauld have restrained from
hunting him down and killing him on sight,
notwithstanding his plea of drunkenness
or insanity. The outraged father requests
us to notify him that he can have the tools
he left behind in his fight, if he will come
after them.-Brandon Republican.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
Hon. o. X. Singleton.


Hon. o. r. Singleton, our immediate
Congressman, will, from all indications at
present, succeed our Bruce in the United
States Senate. 1t is but justice due this
faithful public servant to tender him this
position-it would be an honor justly con-
ferred. 1t is an inheritance due him by
the Democratic party of Mississippi, as a
recompense for the valuable aid he has ex-
tended to it. We are cognizant of the fact
that there are other intelligent and deserv-
ing men of our State aspiring for the same
Office, men who themselves have done
good work for their party, and we hope some
day not far in the future will BIO rewarded
MS their merits demand, and we feel sure
they will. But there is none more deserv-
ing, nor none that can fill the office with
better advantage to the people than Hon.
o. r. Singleton. In him we behold true
and able statesman, man whose locks have
whitened in the Legislative halls of his
country, while battling for the interests of
his people, with such patriotism and earnest
candor, as to gain the respect and adnlira-
ton of all.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Chicago Times Special,

Blaine tried to bully Salisbury into say
ing what he would do in case of veto.
Salisbury declined to regard Blaine as
high conicssor. Following this, there arose
another exciting persona controversy, al-
most equal to the Lamar Conkling episode.
Blaine stood in the middle aisle, badgering
Bayard, after he left Salisbury, trying to
get Bayard to say what he would do in case
Of a veto. Bayard replied. Blaine then
accused him, in an insulting manner, of
evading direct answer. Bayard became
white with anger ny he said
"Dont you stand there with your hands
on your hips, bullying me-"
Blaine bounded at this, and said !: "Does
the Senator from Delaware mean to pre-
scribe to me how shall place my hands :"
"Ihere is one place you will not place
hands, !" said Bayard, meaning upon his
erson
"What is that" said Blaine.
81 will answer you i'll private" responded
Bayard, with naughty contemptuous air,
as he sat down.
$50, said Blaine, 'you acknowledge
that You were not using language proper to
be used in the Senate. You have spoken
publicly, aud you had better explain pub
ii'iy' W nilb L ultl Slll L HlelllJ Ill no Olltn-
'ivc sense If the Senator chooses to re
gard it otherwise. he is welcome to so co.,
slider it, and if he chooses to bo offended.
ne is welcome to select his method, and /
Will decide upol my manner of receiving
t.
This was said with an ngeressively def
mt air. Mr.. Bayard made no reply, and
Mr. blaine sat down amid great excitement.
Mr.. Thurman followed, but did not allude |
o the preceding scenes. He thought that
he President had no right tie coerc, him or
he Senate. If hs vetoed the army bill for
What was not in it, the responsibility would !
Ne upon him and not upon Congress. At |
80, Mr.. Bayard arose and said that if any
hing had escaped from him in his colloquy,
hat savored Of discourtesy, he withdrew it,
lie was very much surprised at the Senator
tfense ct his manner VIII ch meant nothing
nciyil. Blaine continued in his talk re-
lying to Thurman, saying that it was
wing to certain speech by the latter, in
he Congress, that there was an extra ses-
on. Thurman tediously disclaimed.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Meridiaii Mercury.

The Trustees met at Starkville, Wednes'
day, for the purpose of opening bids for the
construction of the College building. Mr.
RUBBISH got the contract for $l3,5OO, he
being the lowest bidder. 1t is understood
he will give gilt edge bond for the faith
full performance of his contract. The lid
is from one to two thousand under the
architects estimates The house is to DO
100 by GO feet, of brick, three stories and
basement. There are galleries, verandahs
and tower, 1t is said to present an i'm
posing appearance on paper.
The Trustees transacted no other BUSH
ness, but had some informal talk and inter-
change OF views about tho conduct of the
institution. Gen. George, the new memS
Der in the place of West, gave his views at
some length and they seemed to be general
ly accepted and approved. He said il
should be strictly an agricultural and mes
chanical institution instead OF strictly
literary institution. He was for admitting
all worthy applicants and boarding and
educating them without charge. He would
have regular uniform dress made of Mis-
sissippi manufactured goods to be procured
by the Trustees and sold to the boys at cost
price. He estimated that boys clothes
would cost about $50 year. All boys,
rich and poor should fare precisely alike
and dress strictly in the regulation uniform.
He would put the institution under military
discipline and have the boys leg>
nlarly drilled once a week. Every boy
should labor three hours day i'll field or
1t is estimated that this labor
will produce what will pay for his board.
The indications are that the Trustees. will |
organize the school and run 1t upon about
such plan as the above. There were no
expressions to indicate how many chairs
will be established nor what, nor by whom
illed. No man can foretell who will be
President. 1t may be Gen. Lee or it may
'e anybody else.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
A New York Republican View Of Mr..
COnkIinE.
New York Evening Post lRep,l


great statesman scarcely could serve
three consecutive terms in the Senate of
the United States, without making a ma
tional reputation; but this man has no such
reputation. He has no political influence
outside of New York. He is rarely men
toned outside of New York-never as an
influential leader of the opinion of his
country. He has associated himself with no
great measure. While important exigene
cies were calling other Senators to their
feet and identifying the names of even
small States with public policies, this man
was silent-no matter whether from ipno-
rance or indifference. He was known all
this time only as a dispenser of petty pa
tronage, a manipulation of partisan CAUCUS
sus and conventions. His strength was de-
rived from these sources alone. At last,
however, he has made himself famous. He
has attained the proud pre-eminence of the
only Senator of New York who has adorn-
ed his speeches in the Senate with words
which would scarcely be tolerated in a
Tanmany primary meeting in the fourth
ward of this city. 1t is a sorry spectacle
with which the Empire State is entertained
that of her senior Senator struiting and
Tuning in the Senate chamber like bully,
and using the vile phrases of the gutter.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Tbelocal of this paper is exceedingly fond
of music. SO fond of 1t that he is willing
to make an effort to adopt some f9otive
small boy who performs on the French
harp or harmonica Such boy can find
in us an "unwavering devotee." We will
advise with him, counsel him, rejoice with
him, and weep when he weeps We will be
congenial, accommodating, and perfectly
friendly to him, will devide the last cigar
cite, and give him the last nickel We have,
and the only remuneration that we ask is
that he follow us around and play at our
pleasure.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

A man who represented that he was q
government agent went through Holmes
county, Miss. about two weeks ago, stating
that on the following Sunday, free train
would arrive at Durant, Miss, for the pur.
pose of transporting all who wished to &C
to Kansas. He gave every darkey small
flag which was to be stuck in the land they
squatted upon in Kansas, thus giving them
selves valid title to the ground. For all
of this information, of course, the poor
negroes had to pay, and they gave the man
whatever little money they had. So shrewd
was the wretch, ond so graphic the picture
he painted of life in Kansas that the news
spread like wildfre through the country
and on all sides the darkies commenced to
gather up their traps preparatory to the
long trip before them. Such property as
they could not take with them they disposed
of at any prices they could get Cows
were sold at 90 apiece, chickens at one cent
apiece, land other things in like proportion
and af a similar sacrifice On Sunday, the
fifteenth of June, about one thousand ne.
groes assembled at the railroad station at
Durant, prepared, as well as their slim
means and ill>judgment would best allow,
for their journey to Kansas. OF course the
free train did not arrive, and these poor,
betrayed blacks are now stranded high and
dry, their homes, cattle, furniture, and in
some instances, their land, all gone, and
they thrown upon the mercy and charity of
the people of Holmes county. All through
the agency of one man, who, if he should
be caught, should certainly be lynched by
his outraged victims. o. Times
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Coahoma is suffering from slight at
tack of the Kansas fever. When ex-Gov.
Alcorn heard it was on his plantation, he
called convention on the place, and assur-
cd the negroes, that if they would carry
out their contracts, and then send some of
their number to Kansas and select homes
for them, he would at that time move them
to the river free of charge, furnish them
with rations for the trip and bear
a portion of their passage. The fever
cooled off at once.--Vicksburg Herald.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

The Cherokee Advocate, published at Tai
equah in the Indian Nation, publishes in
full ''Pap's' graphic account of the Trial,
Conviction and Execution of Samuel Hicks
at Monticello, thirty years ago, on "Circum-
stantial Evidence" But the Advocate
omits to credit The COMET for this sketch,
and its readers are left to conjecture wheth-
er the tragedy occurred at Monticello, Arkan-
sas, Monticello, Virginia, or Monticello
anywhere else.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

A gentleman from Virginia by the name
of Cardwell made his appearance in our
city last Thursday morning. He was SOL
der of the Lost Cause, had fought and bled
under Stonewall Jackson, and was cripple
from his wounds. He claimed to be a
grand son of Patrick Henry. In the Old
Dominion he followed the vocation of
journalist but business in his line
was dull there and he emigrated to
the South. At Memphis he fingered
for some time, but the approach of
the dull season and the fears of another
epidemic interfered with his getting en-
ployment. When he landed here his i'm
pecuniosity was complete. Naturally
enough he sought the newspaper offices and
made his situation known. He raised
small sum-a very small sum-too small to
mention--out of the newspapers. Some
how his appearance was against him for a
heavy investment. But he got enough to
get on big drunk, and he made his way to
the State Capitol in the evening, to inter-
view the officials and discuss State affairs,
but he was too drunk to stand up. He got
the floor for speech in the Treasury de-
partment and fell down on it in order to
make a dead sure thing of holding it.
Afterwards he went into the Auditors office
to tell the boys there how to manage.
Finally an accommodating policeman kindly
aided him to adjourn the meeting till morn
ing to the Fair Grounds in the rear of the
Capitol, where he was provided with free
lodging for the night.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
A Horrible Accident,
Canton Citizen.

On Thursday night as the north-bound
lpassenger.traln left Canton, a negro man
by the name of Richard Taylor got on for
the purpose of riding to his home, about
"a mile from town. On nearing his house,
Taylor attempted to jump off, but was
caught in some way and fell beneath the
wheels, and was shockingly mangled. Both
legs and the left arm were cut off, his skull
crushed and his brains scattered for some
distance. He lived only few moments,
and it is wonderful that his death was not
instantaneous. The unfortunate victim of
his own temerity was quiet and indus
trious man, and leaves family to mourn
his shocking fate.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

The practice of shooting off pistols from
car windows should be stopped. From
the number of shots that took place
from the South bound excursion train on
Tuesday night last, one would imagine that
a target company was out for practice. If
it occurs again the parties might have
cause to regret it.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

II we can get rid of those sonsationalsts
who take an especial delight in spreading
reports in regard to yellow fever, we may
be happy yet. If the people only knew it,
no case of yellow fever will take place in
the Mississippi Valley that comes under the
notice of physician, but what will be
Immediately known by every county Board
of Health in the State. No use of borrow
ing trouble ahead
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

A lively fight occurred on Monday even
ing, near the Fair Grounds, between some
little white boys, who were returning from
the river and soIne colored damsels who
live in that vicinity. Several bruised heads
was the result of the fight, and the timely
arrival of reinforcements on the part of
the little boys, was the only thing that pre-
vented them from meeting with disas>
trous defeat. ''The colored troops fought
nobly."
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
ROB tNsoN. STEvLNs d Co.

DR.. Writ Johnston, having been appoint.
ed Quarantine Inspector, by the National
Board of Health, will leave this evening
for the scene of his duties, which includes
all stations on the Gulf coast No better
could have been made by the
Board of Health than the appointment of
DIR. Johnston, who will fill the position with
credit to himself and to the satisfaction of
all
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Ata Injecting d Capital t0dgs Nd. ii,
|. o. o. f., on Thursday night, the follow.
ing officers were elected f. W. Pryor;
Noble Grand; +. W. DIN, Vice Grand;
W. A. Whiting, Secretary; II. M. Taylor,
Treasurer; Louis Stranger, Sentinel. The
installation of the officers elect will take
place on Thursday might next.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Judge Amos H. Johnston is no more
and the tidings of his death will fall like O
shadow upon many a hearth stone. Born
in Tennessee, he had lived in Jackson for
more than half . century. He was laws
yer of transcendant ability, and as a man
ho was held in high esteem by his fellow
citizens. As a husband and father he
was devoted'y attached to his family, enjoy
ing with peculiar zest the pleasures that
cluster around the domestic circle; attract
ing by kind disposition, the hearts best
affections. and the souls warnlest emotion.
Born to no patrimonial estate, he was truly
the architect OF his own fortune. He was
a scholar, and whlo young man wrote
many pieces for the public eye which will
be remembered as models of vigorous com
position, replete with thought, and ringing
with the brave strong words of onr Saxon
idiom. But he is 8onel In the city of
Cincinnati, on last Friday, the Odd inst,
he closed his eyes in death, aud calmly re-
signed his spirit to God who gave it.
Truly good citizen is gone.
The remains of Judge Johnston will
each Jackson on the 1870 train this morn
ng, and his funeral will take place at the
Episcopal Church at % A. M. o'clock to day.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

FOR THE SCHOOL COlLlIENCEnENTS-
We have just received by Express, fresh
line Of
White French Organdie.
Imperatrice Muslins.
White French Nainsook.
Linen Lawn and Linen Thread Cambria.
New French Val' Laces.
Exquisite Breton Laces.
Narrow French Laces, for sun bonnets.
Beautiful Neck Roches, in Grape Lisse Il
Breton.
White Neck Ties, in iss-organdie-
lawn, with lace and embroidered ends.
White Kid Gloves,
And a full line of White Goods anu No
velties, especially suited to the Commence
meut season.
80 1t ROBINSON. STEVENS d Co.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

A petition has been placed before the
Board of Mayor and Aldermen, asking that
the city authorities proceed to build fire
cisterns in different parts of the city, This
is a move in the right direction, and the
matter should be considered at once.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
RAILROAD TIMETABLE.
Chicago, 81. Louis and New Orleans
kniirOnd.
ANNOUNCENI ENTS.
For ClIance1y Clerk.

w. II. RATLIFF is candidate for re-
election to the Office of Chancery Clerk of
Kinds County, election next November.
Subject to tho Democratic Conservative
Convention.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Messrs. T. J. Wharton, Jr., and A. +.
Arnold, after lengthy tour through the
northern portion of the State, have return
ed tothis city. They say "there is nothing
like fries for improving mans general
health y
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

Mr. Jacob Cohen, an old citizen of Jack
son, and good man, died in this city on
Wednesday night last, aud was buried on
Thursday evening, His funeral was attend
ed by the members of tho Fire Department
and the Independent Order OF Odd Fellows,
both of which organizations no was dill
Gent member.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

1t is no odd occurrence now to sec gem
tlemen who never have and never will
''bend the hinge of the knee that thrift
may follow fawning," yield to the impor-
tunities of friends, and stand up before
glass, all in a row, and ''crook their elbows"
frequently. The warm weather is to blame
for II
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

It's too bad, but it's fact. 1t should
have taken place in the South, but it didn't.
We copy the following from Pennsylvania
paper: son the LIST of July bull and bear
fight will take place at Gustav City, Mexican
county. The bear, savage brute, is now
in barn at that place, and the owner has
sent for ferocious bull.n If it's Wash
ington county bull they want, we suggest
Jim Blaine. IN. o. Times.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
TO ATTORNEYS.

We maize a SpecialtS Of Ba'icf Work,
and our Prices aoiH suit yOu. Gige as a
trjgJ.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

r. r. Ledbetter, druggist and apothe-
cary, Hilzheim building, Jackson, Miss.
Fresh drugs and medicines, garden seeds,
toilet articles. Prescriptions at all hours
of the day and night Prescriptionist will
be found after 10 o'clock up stairs in the
Neal building opposite. If.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28
AUGUSTA FEMALE SEMINARY.
STAUNTON, VIRGINIA.
Miss Mary ]. baldwin. principal.

The session 1s79-sO will open the first Wednesday
in September and close the corresponding time in
June following
TERMS;
For forty weeks session, payable one half on en-
tering and the balance in February.
selection the First: For Board, Washing, Fuel
Iiebfs PHYSICIANS Fee, Seat in Church, Gales
thqucs and fuil English Course, including Execution
and Contingent fee. are $3.50 o..
For full particulars, apply 10 the Principal lot
catalogue. Ss--tn'
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-06-28

One of the largest excursions of the sea-
son passed through jackson on Tuesday
last. 1t was composed of colored societies
from along the line of the Chicago, st
Louis and New Orleans Railroad.