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The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
THE rKNsAs CASE.
A Msti0n to Continue and q Determina.
tI0n To Fsrce n trial.

The case against Judge Reeves and other
gentlemen OF Tensas parish, charged with
conspiring to prevent certain parties giving
political support to q candidate for Congress,
came up before the United States Circuit
Court yesterday for trial. After the calling
of the case Mr.. Mellen, one OF the counsel for
the defendants, announced that his clients
were not ready to go to trial, and asked a
continuance until Thursday next, on the
grounds that several OF the accused had
reached the city only the day previous, and
there had been no time for consultation, and
as their arrest had taken place only two or
three days before, there had been no oppor-
tunity to summon witnesses. He was sus-
tained in his motion by Messrs. ID. g. Labatt
and Jules Aroni, the other counsel for the
defense.
United States District Attorney Leonard
asked IL counsel would be ready to proceed on
Thursday, and Mr.. Mellen replied that he
was unable to say; he would at least be pre-
pared at that date to make formal written
motion, sitting forth In full grounds for q fur
ther continuance.
The court Judge Woods) said that he had
come a number of miles, and had neglected
and perhaps done an injustice to other portions
OF his circuit, for the purpose OF trying the
case; that 1t had been continued from'a prior
date to the present. with the understanding
that 1t should go to trial, and he was not In
clined to grant further continuance. He
desired to know IL all the accused were NOS
aware some time ago that they had been
inflicted.
Mr.. Mellen was unable TO say whether they
were aware of 1t before their arrest or not.
District Attorney Leonard was willing that
continuance for day or two for preparation
should be granted, provided the gentlemen
would agree to go TO trial then.
| Mr.. Nellen was not prepared TO make any
promise, as he did not know but that on GER
| tain information obtained by Mr.. Beckvith
he would move to qua h the Indictment
After some further discussion, the court
ruled that one day as ample tls1e for tne
| gentlemen to decide what course ehsy Wouio
nurane and continued the case until to-day.
Three Of the accused, Messrs. I; q Munce,
| Cbaa g. CordiII and Geo. c. Goldman, were
then brought before the bar and arrsignsd.
They all PLEADED no not gss ana saes oono liz
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Talmaxe's Trial.

BROOKLYN. March 25-The trial OF Tai
mage on charges OF falsehood and deceit was
begun yesterday by the Brooklyn Presby-
terry and the day spent In debate. Rev. DR..
Ludlow presided. Talmage was represented
by Rev. DIR. Spear, with the Rev. Millard as
counsel He pleaded not guilty to the charges
and denied the Jurisdiction OF the presbytery
moved to quash. Alter long argument the
motion was granted by the moderator, but
he was compelled to withdraw his decision,
and the specifications were sustained by the
presbytery. Talmage made spirited ad-
dress and demanded thorough investiga-
tion. daily session of three hours will be
held by the presbytery during the trial.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
SOUTH AMERICA.
The Quarrel Between Chilli ana Boliyia-
Peru ThrsAten to Take = Hand In It.

PANAMA, March 17.-There is nothing OF
Importance to communicate from this Re-
public. Prince Henry, second son OF the
Crown Prince OF Prussia, has arrived on the
German ironclad Prince Adelbert, from CAL
lao. and will leave with his vessel In q few
davs for Acapulco.
Everything is quiet In Ecuador.
The arrivals OF cocoa at Quita from Hacien-
das during January and February doubled
those Of the two preceding years, but all other
export trade is reported dull.
No later information Of importance from
Chill and Bolivia has been received Some
feeling Of uncertainty exists up to the latest
advices.
Peru has taken no definite standing in the
matter, although tt is understood that the
President ls determined TO call an extraordl-
nary meeting OF the Chambers to consider the
situation. Public opinion In Peru appears to
favor active measures.
On the seventeenth Of February the Minis
ter Of Foreign Affairs OF Chill made state
ment to the foreign ambassadors explaining
the cause Of the dispute between Bolivia and
Chill. and .justifying the occupation of Bo-
The Pope's legate In Lima, has ad-
dressed notes to the Chilian and Bolivian
governments deprecating a recourse to arms
and urging q settlement OF the difficulty by
arbitration, and suggesting Peru as arbitra-
tor. 1t is quite certain, however, that the
mediation Of Peru, offered through its regu-
lar legation has been declined. the situation
Is regarded as serious, and the opinion Is ex-
pressed that Peru will yet become involved
In the complications and become the ally OF
Bolivia. Warlike preparations are already
being made, ships OF squadron are ready for
action, and transports are being prepared for
the conveyance Of troops.
The latest news from Gala, reports that
the ships Of war, the Huascar, Mancocopac
and Independence had been ordered to Iqui-
que one OF the most southernly ports of
Peru, and that 5000 troops were under
impression is that q strong Peruvian force Is
to be concentrated at that point with view
OF using 1t as base for active operations
against Chill In case Of war. It is also re-
ported that the Chilian government has re-
fused to discuss the boundary question with
the Peruvian envoy, and everything indicates
the early opening OF hostilitles In which Chill
will have to fight both Bolivia and Peru.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
QUEEN vICr0RIA's TRIP.


LONDON, March 25.-Queen Victoria en-
parked this morning ut Portsmouth for Cher
70 spend some weeks In quiet seclusion.
The weather was intensely cold, and instead
of the pleasant sunshine which generally at
tends her Majesty's public appearance, Sc
contrary to former statements, will not stop
in Paris or Berlin, but will proceed forthwith
TO an italian retreat which has been selected
for her, and where she will decline to receive
visitors. She is accompanied by the Princess
Beatrice and. by several ladies Of the court,
and her faithful servant, John Brown, is In
attendance. The arrival OF the Queen at
Portsmouth, to which place she came In q
special train and her embarkation on board
the royal yacht, were witnessed BY large
concourse OF people, who welcomed her With
many expressions OF loyalty. Upon arriving
at Cherbourg the Queen will take special
train, provided for her by order Of the French
government, and proceed at once on her jour
ney.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
COLUMBUS, o.
investigating the standard Oil Monop-
oly-A Quarrel Between LeKfsla-
fOrs-PardOns, etc.

COLUMBUS, March 25-The House commit
tee engaged In investigating the Standard Oil
monopoly met again to-day and examined
Mr.. Kingsbury, general freight agent OF the
Pennsylvania Central and st. Louis 3. r. He
said they had no special arrangements with
the Standard Oil Company. The company gave
drawbacks and rebates on several kinds OF
freight. He said he knew their rates for re-
fined oil. He was requested to bring the books
of the company and show the amount OF oil
shipped over the road and the rates charged
for the same.
During the discussion of the Booth fee bill
In the House to-day wordy war sprang up
between Representative Booth aud Poe, In
which the lie passed between them. 1t Is
rumored on the street tonight that Poe has
sent challenge TO Booth.
Ben Long, a respectable farmer, to-day in
stituted suit for $4,000 against T. A. Nc
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Death Of q Minfster-The Philadeiphfa
RedeRtriAna

PHILADELPHIA, March 25.-Howard NAL
colin, ID. D., LII. D.. died at his residence in
this city this evening. He was president OF
the Hahneman Medical College and OF the
Baptist Historical Society.
Nine. Branden completed her six days' walk
at Concert Hall tonight, covering 134 miles
She started out to walk 300 miles at Gilmore's
Garden when the gallery fell during the In
transitional contest, and received injuries
from which she has not recovered. She will
make another attempt In two weeks. RowelI
will give an exhibition of running tomorrow
at II o'clock a. m. Tonight Miss Bartell had
completed e80 quarter miles and Miss Ida
Vernon 800 half miles
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
WASHINGTON.
wHATTHE CAUCUS C0MMITTEEs HAVE
DECIDED ON.
How tho Appropriation Bill VIII b.
Drawn np-The Sentiments and
Views 0f CGngrensmeU.


Drawn np-The Sentiments and
Views of CenGressmeD.
WASHINGTON, March 2s-The caucus com
mittees Of the two Houses held q long meet
ing to-day Mt the room OF the Senate Com
mfttee on the Judiciary. After good deal
of discussion 1t was decided TO accept the re-
port OF the sub-comrn with some uniIn-
portant notifications. That decision fs to
report two appropriation bills In the shape In
which they we're passed by the last House.
except that two supervisors OF elections are
to he left for each voting precinct who shall
have supervisory jurisdiction only. The
only new feature In the situation tonight is
stifening up on the part Of the Democrats,
who declare they will stand or fall by their
decision. The subject Of general legislation
will come up at meeting Of the joint Demo-
cratic caucus tomorrow evening, when the
committee will report itdf,necision for final
action by the caucus. ThesRsss disposition
on the part OF the membe. OF the caucus
committee to say as little as Slossible tonight.
They say they have been annoyed by the
peculations Of the press, and consequently
they refuse to give out the details OF the
meeting to-day. There is less confidence
than there was yesterday among Democrats
that the President will approve the appro-
priation bills as 1t is proposed that they shall
be nassed. The Republicans say that there
will be q deadlock.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
The Gumblet0n Natter-Arrest Of Thomp'
s0n-Rec0nciIiatI0n In the tan-
dePhilt Family.

New YORK, March 25--Warrants IoT Lne
arrest of Hubert o. Thompson, county clerk,
Thomas Coetioan. supervisor OF city records,
Mr.. Cannon watehn OF the county court
house, and Mr.. Clarkson, janitor OF the court
honse' were issued this morning by Justice
Duffy, OF the Harlem Police Court, at the suif
Thornnson was informed by messenger that a
warrant had been Issued for his arrest, and
he was requested TO appear In court for ex-
amination. The charge against Thompson
and Costigan is that OF forcible entry into the
courthouse ON the night when Ihompson
The charge against Cannon and Clarkson is
breach OF trust In permitting Thompson and
Costioan to enter. Thompson and his coun-
sci left the courthouse for the police court,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
THE AFGHAN WAR.


LONDON, March 25-A dispatch from CAL
cutta states that Lord Lytton is still In nego-
tiatlon with Yakoob Khan. The latter pro-
fesses to desire peace and to be willing to
accede to any terIns which would leave to him
and his people their independence, but 1t Is
thought that he is disingenuous, and con-
tinues negotiations merely for the purpose OF
gaining time. I'm the meanwhile the tribes
living along the line which the British troops
now occupy manifest symptoms Of uneasi-
ness and hostility, and the Shinwarris tribe
have been especially aggressive. An engage
ment has taken place with 5000 OF these war
riors near Peshbolak, on the Kunar river,
northwest Of Jellalabad, resulting in the de-
feat of the natives
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26

LONDON, March 25.-The financial situa-
ton continues to grow more and more
gloomy. The Oriental Banking Corporation,
whose head officers are at 4S Threadneedle
street, and which does large business In
India and China, has recently met with heavy
losses, and there are constant rumors Of i'm
pending calamities. There Is fear that we
are on the eve Of general financial crisis.
which will try to the uttermost the stabilityof
all our financial institutions, and result in
improve and the lack OF confidence in the
future keeps capital locked up very tightly.
This unhealthy state Of affairs has extended
even to France and accounts from there
represent that suffering and distress prevail
to a great extent among work people and
small tradesmen. The half yearly report OF
the Oriental Bank shows heavy losses during
the past SIX months caused by the deprecia-
tion In India securities, and precludlng the
declaration Of any dividend.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26

LONDON, March 25.-A Vienna dispatch
says that the Russian circular draws att IL
tion to the state Of unreadiness In which the
time fixed for the evacuation will probably
find Eastern Roumelia. 1t is scarcely to be
expected that the new constitution which is
now being elaborated can be introduced by
that time, nor that the organization Of the
militia and gendarmerie can be far enough
advanced to offer security for the maintenance
Of internal order, as contemplated by the con-
gress. From communications alreafy ex-
changed between the powers, there seems to
be every probability OF the Russian proposal
OF mixed occupation being favorably re-
ceived by all except Turkey. The Porte will
doubtless regard the project as blow aimed
at the Sultan's authority, but the conditions
OF the scheme may do much to overcome Its
objections. Probably, with view to await
the result Of the circular, the Cars journey
to Lividia has been postponed.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
THE ELECTION.
The Vote Cast ana the Delegates Elected
In the Various Parishes.
ASSUMPTION.

ASSUMPTION.
For Senatorial Delegate Clay Knoblock,
Dem. teomb.) 1881; Mayer Cahen, Rep. (comb)
1927.
For Parish Delegate Bivfen Gardner,
Rep, 1854; August Bulow, Rep. 122; W. W.
Pugh, Dem, 100.
AvOYHLLES.
For Senatorial Delegate-F, l.. Claiborne,
Dem, 1886; Il. L. Dueote Rep, 1899.
For Parish Delegate-E. j. Jofrrion, DEM,
1148; D. A. Noguez, Rep, 1139; Ell. G. Edwards,
Rep, 1862; 8. s. Pearce, DEM, 928; G.. Couvil-
lon, Ind. 243.
EAST CARROLL.
For Senatorial Delegate-J. A. Gla. Rep,
For Parrish Deegate-Geo. g. Benham,
Rep, ITO; f Il. Berthelemy, Rep. 217; I. w.
Montgomery, Dem, 163
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26

and will give ball IL necessary. The affair
was quietly arranged and created no excite
ment
After long and bitter legal warfare peace
has been proclaimed among the VandeTbits,
and litigation respecting the eommodore's
four wills is now at an end w. FL. Wander
from his brother Cornelius. The family re-
union has also been talked about, but no date
has been fixed. 1t Ia reported that S5, ,O00, 600
has been set aside out OF his private funds by
W. IL. Vanderbilt, and that this sum will be
PAID TO other members of the family on con-
ditlon that they waive ell further claims on
the estate 1t is also said that the 81 OO0.0 900
and 81 10000 suits Of Cornelius Vanderbilt
will be discontinued.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Appointments by tho President.

WASHINGTON March 25.-The President
sent to the Senate to-day the following noml-
nations to be members Of the National Board
Of Health: DR.. s. M. Bemis Of New Orleans,
La, DR.. Fl. J. Bowditch Of Boston, Mass, DIR.
j. L. Cabell OF Charlottesville, Va, DR.. Ell. A.
johnson Of Chicago, Ills,, Dr. Steven Smith
of New York city, Or. r. s. Verde, Of Wash
ington, d. g., DR.. Robert w. Mitchell Of Mem
phis, Tenn. Henry J. White of New Jersey
to be assistant collector OF the port
lock OF Illinois to indian inspector
Louis A. Barnes of Florida, to be register Of
the land Office at Gainesville, Fla,; B. W.
Watson to be postmaster at Pulaski, N. Y.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
The German subterranean TefeEraph-
Tbs Offieial Reception OF
G4n. ChAnZy,

LONDON, March 25.-The Times Berlin cor
respondent says: The subterranean telegraph
In Germany is assuming great dimensions.
The Reichstag on Monday voted 1886, 900
marks for further extensions.
Great satisfaction is everywhere expressed
at the cordial reception Of Gen. Chanzy, the
new French minister to Russia. by official
circles when he was passing through Berlin
en- route to st. Petersburg,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
TwyDt's Creditors.

LONDON, March 25-Strong opposition is
naturally being made by the creditors Of
Egypt to the reduction OF interest >on her
debts, although many OF them would agree
to a temporary reduction to have the crisis
provided for. The loss now suffered could
be made good by new loan In the future,
and the Khedve Is said to be opposed to any
Immediate reduction of interest.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
A RadIy Manaxed steamboat Line.

GALENA, III, March 25-The troubles Of
the Keokuk Northern Line Packet Company
are exciting the interest OF river men. d.
Hunters, late president, says that he turned
over to w. F. Davidson, receiver, Ste, 900 cash
and twenty-five steamboats, in good order.
To-day he says the bills payable amount to
100000 and the capital stock OF S75O,000 is
worth but eight cents on the dollar.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
FOREIGN NEWS.
TEE SOUTH AFRICA QUESTION DE-
BATED IN THE ENGLISH
PARLIAMENT.
sIr BartIs Prero, Governor Of Natal, To
No Called Home-Lord Chelmsford to
ne Probably Court m n rtialed.

LONDON, March 25.-In the House Of Lords
this evening the Marquis OF Landsdowne
brought up his resolutions OF inquiry and
censure concerning the conduct Of the civil
and military representatives OF the govern
ment In South Africa. Lord Cranbrock, In
reply, said that her Majesty's government
had no doubt as to the ability and good in
tentions OF Sir Bartle Frere, Governor OF
Natal. They had confidence In him as an able
and Jealous servant Of the Grown, but they
condemned his impetuosity and indiscretion
In commencing war without waiting for the
decision and commands OF the government,
and they should hold him to strict account
ability.
It Is thought that Lord Chelmsford will be
ordered home and may possibly have TO ap-
pear before q courtmartial, and that Str
Bartle Frere will soon be relieved OF his gov
ernOrship.
Public Indignation against both Of these Of
hcals is increasing, and the government,
through Lord Cranbrook, has virtually ad-
mltted that their conduct was deserving Of
censure.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Russia ana the Berlin Treaty.

LONDON, March 25.-Russia Is strenuously
endeavoring TO bring about an alteration In
the treaty OF Berlin, respecting Eastern
Roumelia. A recently issued Russian circu-
lar. however, no way demands prolongation
OF the occupation OF Bulgaria, but merely
ested powers. Notwithstanding this, the
present attitude Of Russia appears to justify
doubts Of the perfect good faith OF that power
touching the execution Of the Berlin treaty,
as expressed by Lord Salisbury In his dis
patch OF January last.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Hung for Murder.

TUNsTALL's STATION, New Kent county,
Va, March 25.-Patrick Smith and julius
Christian, two negroes, convicted, at the Feb
ruary term OF New Kent county court, OF the
murder OF John G. Lacy, white, OF this
were hanged to-day at New Kent Court
house. About 1000 people were present. the
majority being white.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
The CONFEDERATION at Akyab.

LONDON March 25.-A dispatch from CAL
cutta says fire is raging at tAkyab. 1t has
already destroyed the public buildings and
much valuable private property. The city is
kolelyne and Lemyu, and is the most fmpor-
tant town In Arakan. It is regularly built
with wide streets and contains many hand
some buildings.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
The French Parties on the Question Of the
Removal of the Capital.

LONDON March 25.-A Paris dispatch says
that the pure and extreme Left Senators, at
a meeting on Monday, unanimously favored
the return Of the Chambers TO Paris. The
Left Centreists, by vote OF 80 to 5, took an
opposite view. on the ground OF uneasiness
which would be excited In the country.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
rUsToM-H .E.E Notes.

The talk about the building is that Gen.
Cyrus Bussey will be the new Pension
limited States Commissioned Lane yester-
day had before him j. A. Bourg, charged
with having in his possession whisky barrels
on which the stamp had not been Cancelled.
Appearance bonds were demanded and fur
nisned.
The outs are anxiously awaiting the first Of
the month, when wholesale decapitation OF
the ms is expected to take place.
The following were the sub-treasury q.
g. H.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
nother Female Pedestrian

WHEELING, W. Va, March 25-Kiidy Sher-
man commenced last evening at 6 O'Clock,
to walk 5000 quarter miles in 5000 quarter
hours, at the Spring Garden Saloon.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
a Gloomy Feeling In the London stock
Exchange.

LONDON, March 25-A general feeling OF
Rloominess pervades the London Stock Ex-
change which is reflected In the transactions.
recorded. European bourses are all reported
heavy In tone today with q depression In
prices. The cause of this depression and un-
easlness Is attributed to losses sustained Dy
the Oriental Banking Corporation which have
produced q bad impression.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
A nefauitinx Treasurer.

Boston, March 25-Nathan P. Pratt,
treasurer OF the Reading Savings Bank, was
held this morning In $50 600 bonds for hi5 ap-
pearance April 2. In default OF which he was
committed to the Cambridge jail.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26

In the market, and DISPATCHES from foreign
sources showed more firmness and less dis
position toward q panic but bank shares con-
tinue to be fat, and there is still general ap-
prehensiOn Of further trouble.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Turkey ant Greece.

LONDON, March 25.-A Constantinople dis
patch says that the Turkish government have
sent several men-of-wa to Greece and are
forttfying Epirus and Thessaly, and are also
making other warlike preparations.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
A Heavy seizure of Bullion.

CTNCTNNATI, March pa telegram from
San Antonio, Texas, says that the inspector
OF customs at Eagle Pass seized an ambu-
lance containing $50 pounds OF bullion guard
ed by eight men engaged In the smuggling
business. The bullion was worth 5000, and
came from Mexican mines.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
Several Lives Lost On Burning Wharf
bOmt.

CINCINNATI, March 25.-A special from
Hickman KY, reports the burning, last night,
OF a wharfboat at that place and the loss OF
three or four lives, the parties sleeping on
the boat. 1t was the work of an incendiary.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1879-03-26
The Unixersily boat Crews.

LONDON, March 25-The University boat
crews arrived at London to-day to commence
still seems to be In favor OF the Cambridge
crew and betting is heavy In their favor.