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The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
AT the Annual Meeting of the Jackson

Al the Annual Meeting of the jackson
Fire Department held Wednesday night, at
the Hall Of Gem Fire Company No 2, tho
following gentlemen were elected officers
of the Department for the ensuing year
II. L. Saunders, of No. l., Chief w. L..
Smylie, Of No. 9, LIST Assistant Chief I;
Chris Hinckle, of No. 9, 2nd Assistant
Chief A. l.. Julienne, of the Hook d.
Ladder Company, Secretary; Jno. J. Rohr-
bacher, of No. /, Treasurer; The Chief
Engineer, Mr.. r.. L. Saunders, made an
able report of Operations for the past year
from which we CLEAN the following inter-
esting facts The Department was called
out during the year, twenty-one times;
called into active service nine times, and
were called out twelve times kuring the
year without doing service. The amount
of property destroyed by fire during the
year, 1928, 900; average amount of property
destroyed each year by fire during ten
years previous to the year 1873, $1,000. A
resolution offered by Mr.. Carroll was
unanimously adopted thanking Hope Fire
Company for their able and valuable SER
vices during the year and more particularly
during the late epidemic. After the meet
ing adjourned, all hands repaired to Chris
Hinckles and INDUCED in refreshments on
invitation of the officers. elect; The unani-
nous reelection of Chief Saunders was de-
served and well merited compliment. He
makes asplendid officer and will hold the
office as long as he wants it.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
IN NO SENSE AZ EADHEAD.
senator Iamar's ConscItIousness


81 cannot save any of my salary, said
Senator Lamar to>day to your correspon-
dent. sit is impossible. never paid a
cent beyond livery hire and a few little
kindred items of election expenses in my
life, and have been in politics long
time. l could save $1,000 year if would
do certain things, but do not think my
conscience would be satisfied if did. For
instance. 1 pay about $500 year for news
papers l like to read them. L have passes
over railroads. could travel all over the
United States free, but l pay my fare. 1t
costs me So for each memt er of my fam
ilv every time come and go between here
and home. have telegraph passes, but
never use them. do not think il would
be right. [ can send anything l please
oyer the express lines, yet pay my express
bills. spend my salary, and never have
any money. Some Senators use all these
privileges of deadheading and they say it
is right. think otherwise. But there
is on thing, 1 think, should be done, and
1 shall propose it as soon as l get chance.
Every Senator should have private secre>
tarv. He has more correspondence, com
mittee work, etc, than he can do. The
Senator gets 5000 year, and be cannot
support his family in keeping with his posi-
ton and employ private secretary too with
that sum.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

KATE CLAYTON, the celebrated actress,
sometimes called the 'Fire Queen" from
the fact that she has narrowly escaped with
her life from several fires, will appear at
Vicksburg soon. We feel safe in assuring
her manager that she would play to crowded
houses should he make an engagement for
her at this place.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

In noticing the Willis Jones rape case
in our last issue, we were not informed of
Mr. John I. Hull's connection with it, but
we learn since that he prepared the case,
and that he and Mr.. Potter both made able
arguments. Willis Jones may well con-
graduate himself that he Sc cured the
services of so able Attorneys as those
m ntioned above
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

CAPT JNo. W. CLNaAN, the popular and
accommodating local agent for the Vicksbur9
and Meridian Railroad at this place, was
elected Alderman for the West ward We'd
nesday, to fill the vacancy caused by the
death of the late J. W. Harrington. The
contest was spirited and lively, considerable
interest being taken in it by the residents of
the West ward Mr.. Clingan received n
votes John Crawford, (col.l Gil John
3. He will make good Alder
man no doubt.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The bridge on Capitol street and the
one near Kirkland's mill, have been re-
paired and are now in good condition
good, solid oak floors, and no danger of
going through. This work was done I'M
der the supervision of Alderman Spengler,
and we Il wager nickel its ..solid p"
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The floor Of Mr.. H. NJ Taylors coffin
shop fell out Wednesday night, and pre-
cipitated his large stock of collins into the
turbid waters of Town creek. Graphing
hooks were called into iequisitiou and they
were recovered. We have heard of persons
fishing for drink, or for nomination,
but we never heard of a man fishing for
a coffin before.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

DR.. NJ. S. CRAFT, of this city, is in
Washington, D. G., attending meeting of
medical experts appointed by Congress to
inquire into the causes aud prevention of
yellow fever epidemics. The selection of
DR.. Craft as a member of the Commission
was q wise one
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

WE regret to learn that unless sum of
money is raised to purchase the Fair
Ground buildings within few days, they
will be torn down and then good by to
State Fairs, races, etc. We hope our pub
lie spirited citizens will come forward and
raise sufficient means to prevent this.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
Death OF \. II. ITesIip, sheriff of Ciai-
borne.
Port Gibson RergiHis


Yesterday morning. about eight O'Clock,
Mr.. A. b. Heslip, Sheriff of Claiborne
county, breathed his last after a week of
severe illness Mr.. Heslip has been in
precarious health for several years past,
but had led a somewhat active life, and
which, with bis energy Of character has
kept him up About the lst Of December
he was appointed Sheriff, by Governor
Stone, to fiji the vacancy caused by the
death of DR.. Buck. aud with his accuStcnI-
ed generosity, lie took the Office solely for
the benefit Of DIR. Bucks family, intending
that all emoluments aud perluisites should
90 to them. Mr.. Heslip was about IS
wears old. at his deatha gentleman of
large fortune, being the chief lesatee Of
his uncle the late Isaac Is. McCorkle. He
was a man Of noble instincts, generous i'm
pulses. and withal, metholicllly frugal in
his manner of life and business. Nr He
slip was a native Of Rockmart, Polk COM
ty. Georgia, in which State his mother and
other relatives reside. He served bravely
and faithfully in the Confederate army, and
was three times severely wounded. The
death Of Mr. Heslip is regarded as public
bereavement.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

TIE concert to be given to night under
the supervision of Mrs. G. Y. Hooper, will
be something grand and well worth attend
ing. An entire change of programme.
No extra charges for reserved seats.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

WE are anxiously awaiting the toot-toot
OF the Natchez, jackson Il Columbus Rail
road, and from the rumors that are flying
around it will no, be long before the iron
horse belonging to that road will be plung
ing through our city,
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The City Fathers owe Capt, w. O. Lowd
vote of thanks. He has taken the initia-
tive in the sidewalk question, and has laid
good and substantial plank walk from the
Harrington corner to his residence. Next!
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The Grand Jury adjourned last Monday,
having been in session about two weeks
only. They usually sit from four to FIVE
From this fact we should judge that crime
il on the decrease in the First District.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

Miss SARAH ROBINSON, the beautiful and
daughter of Col. John Rob
nson, of Madison county, is spending a
lew days in this city, guest of Miss Ida
Etewart.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

A SHOOTING scrape occurred in Vicksburg
Wednesday, in which Maj. Hazlett, an
old citizen of that place, was shot and seri-
ously wounded by Mr.. Harry Fl. Moore.
Major Hazlett is W Il and favorably known
in jackson.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

We understand that one or two of our
rominent merchants are selling out at
ost, preparatory to moving away from
ackson. We hope they may yet find it to
heir interest to remain with us.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
COL. A. Y. HARPER'S

VISIT TO JACKSON.


.-
JACKSON, MISS, January ~, 1873
To tile States: As / went down to til
Capital saw many things that brought t
mind tender recollections of the sweC
long ago.
/ stood by the Pnstoflice where abou
twenty years ago, when | was starting on
in my profession, that great and good man
VIM Yerger. introduced me to the Chic
Justice of Mississippi. Then a youn,
man had the utmost reverence for tn
Bench. and felt embarrassed, but Judo
Yerper smoke in such kind tone of me tina
I felt relieved. judge Sharkey looked m,
STRAIGHT in the ewes. took me by the hand
and said:
.'Younq man. what Yorper saws may bt
true. All that have got to say about it
however. is that the pli2aa facje is against
YOU and you will have to overcome it.
Imagine INV embarrassment, which wa,
relieved, in part, by Judge Yerger, saying;
Tell him. Harper. YOU are a singe
cat"
Both these grand, old men now s!eep
sweetly in the graves Of the heroes.
I met Il. G, Catchinqs, (our able Attor,
new General and Bud Reber. hard by
Chris Hinckle's. The former said:
CALF that was MAGNIFICENT speech Won
made in the prosecution of Miles Gibbons.
charged with the murder of Capt Estelle.
What was the latin Won used on that occa,
sion ?"
7 told him when arose [ saw that [ had
the full sympathy of the audience, though
many of EsteIIes friends looked at me as
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

A HORSE belonging to our neighbor, Mr..
bharles Winkley, ran away Thursday and
demolished buggy to which he was attach
d. None of the occupants were hurt
'eriouslY.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

ONLY two county prisoners in the jail for
this district Those that knew its sncred
precints some days ago, will know it no
more, or at least for several years. Gone
to dwell with J. S, Hamilton 81 Co.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

GENERAL LoNGsTREErs salary as post
mater Of Gainesville, Ca, WI be Il, 100 a
year, which sum, the Petersburg (Na.) In
dex- Appeal says, is more, allowing for the
difference in curreLcy, than he received a.
Lieutenant-General of the Confederate
States
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

GEORGE c. KREss, an old citizen and
Promienent merchant of Vicksburg,
5 dead. He was esteemed by all who
NEW him as an honest, upright and public
|pirited citizen.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

CAPT. JOHN Hunt, of West Jackson,
was SO unfortunate as to lose from his
pocket fifty dollar bill last Monday, which
he has not recovered as yet; and in all pros
liability will not, as these are degenerate
timas
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

MARDI GRAs at New Orleans on the 25th,
proximo As the prospects for good walking
are exceedingly slim we guess Jackson
will have greater attractions for us about
that time than New Orleans.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

THERE viii be a regular meeting of jack
on r. A. Chapter No. 6, Monday night,
anuary 9th, and as there will be work in
he degrees, full attendance is requested.
JOHN A. WEBB, A. P.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

THOSE of our patrons desiring to have
heir names transferred to the carriers list
will confer favor upon US by leaving in
|tructions to that effect at our counting
room.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

Mr.. ALoNzo WARE, of this city, has in
his possession an ancient Persian (golD coin
which we have no doubt would DO valua-
BILE acquisition to any person collecting an
Gent relics.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

CAPT. FRANK w. ANDERSON, tho hand
some and efficient Sheriff of Issaquena
county, was in the city Thursday on bust
ness connected with the Auditors office. He
made his headquarters at the Uptown
Hotel
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

THERE has been in the city for several
days quite number of Choctaw Indians
peddling baskets, blow guns, etc. As they
are not of the s'kalp- taking kind we are
not afraid, and shall not call for troops
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

WE learn of an attempt at suicide in
West jackson Thursday night, but it was
lot success, and as the party has promised
0 quit his foolishness, we publish no name.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

DHD-At the residence of W. w. Cook,
Esq, at Hazlehurst, Miss, on the 18th
inst, MISS MoLLIE FUGATE. She was a
most estimable lady and her death \cast
gloom over the whole community
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The name of the Nelron House has been
changed to the European House, and will
hereafter be run by that prince of clever
gentlemen, Mr.. Wiley Jones
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
EcLnsine

Control for this market for the sale of
Keeps celebrated shirts have been placed
with us, and we have now in stock the best
shirts in quality and fit, ever offered in
this city. Especial attention is called to
our $l.1O shirts, warranted to lie of the
best goods put up in shirts. and custom
made only.
A solid gold collar button given with
every two shirts. Please examine.
ROBINSON & STEVENS
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

WE have been permitted to use the fol-
lowing letter from an old resident of jack
son and formerly member of No. l, and
we are certain that the suggestions contain
ed therein will be concurred in by every
true and brave fremen IN the city, Start
the ball in motion, gentlemen of No. l.
MEMPHIS, Tenn, Jan. 20, 1879.
DEAR FRIEND MANsHIP-Has it occurred
to YOU that the first of May, next, is the
Fortieth Anniversary of the organization
of old jackson No. u. The subject has
been occupying my own mind for some
time, and have been thinking that If the
matter was suggested to our successors, to
the present active members Of that vener-
able company, those who have fallen heirs
to its honors and responsibilities, that they
would take delight in getting up a
celebration something superior to the
ordinary observance of that day Sup
pose you speak to some of the
prominent members, and if they
agree with you and myself, let us have
a GOOD time. It would afford me infinite
pleasure to be present upon that occasion,
and assist in calling up the memories of
bveone times, and in doing my part in
spreading imtaortelles upon the graves of
those brave men who have gone before US;
and inserting before those who may assem-
BILE on that memorable day the virtues of
our early friends and companions. And
would it not be glorious if we could pres
vail upon Smith to come over and join us
on that glad day I notice that many of
the iron mongers have gone under lately
and all the iron interests have suffered in
the old country, during these trying times;
and it is possible that our old friend may
have suffered equally with others, but let
ms hope otherwise, and that he can come.
After learning what the prospects are of
getting mp a grard celebration suppose you
write to Jim and invite him over. Tell him
that he will be more honored, if be will
come. than would the Marquis of Lorne
should he favor this section with visit,
even if accompanied by his wife, the
daughter of a Queen.
There are but three of the old originals
now upon the stage of action Mauship,
Smith and Avery, perhaps Terrett was one
of us at the beginning, 1 am not certain.
1t will be dangerous TO defer the day OF
celebration TO the time of the golden
wedding" of the Company. for the chances
are that the next decade viii take rs all of.
Lat us be up and doing for We have only
about three months 10 do all the work IN.
Very truly yours,
E. NJ AVERY.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

CIRCUIT Court commences in Rankin
county on the second Monday in February,
|Litigants, attorneys and parties interested
Twill take notice
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The editor of The COMET has been seri-
ously unwell for the last two or three days,
and the paper is suffering some in conseN
quence,
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

LIT Governor SIMS, and Gen. S. d.
lee Senator from the Eighteen district,
paid flying visit to Jackson during the
Early part of this week.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

JAoKsoN cannot and will not he comfort
|ed until she can have walking match, sc
step this way Madame Anderson, OLeary,
Weston or some other fellow
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

SAVE 500 by buying sewing machines
from A. L. Brunson. Call and see him
before purcasing elsewhere. If
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

Go TO the concert early tonight, and to
avoid rush, we would advise all to eserve
seats; no extra charge for SO doing.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

PEAN1 RIVER is trying to inundate the
Fair Ground, and will no doubt succeed,
Judging from the present high water.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
Vast In

Ten pieceses new BoUrettes, the latest
lovelty at The remarkable price of 10 cents
per yard, at ROBINSON & STEVENS.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The novelties in Bourettes at 10 cents
per yard, at ROBINSON Il STEVENS.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

JUDGE TRIMBuE, we regret to learn, is
baralyzed, and as unable to hold his las
eourt.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

CALL on A. L. Bruuson for any kind of
sewing machine you want. tt.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

\ SIX Spoo1s genuine thread for % cts, at
u Stadeffer & Son.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

Mrs. f. s. CHANFRAU, the celebrated
actress, will appear at Angeles Hall on or
about the 3rd proximo.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

J. SrADEKER & Son, have marked down
their entire stock 10 cost, and less than
cost.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

SEWING MACHINES repaired by A. L.
Brunson at reasonable rates. If.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

Go to Stadeker's for carpets, mattresses,
| etc. The greatest bargains ever offered.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

DID you ever visit the mammoth estab-
lishment known as the Pearl River
Foundry and Agricultural Works. If not,
you have missed rare treat. The gem
tlemanly proprietor, Mr.. Chas. Williams, is
one Of our most enterprising citizens and
deserves the patronage of Mississippi people
generally. If you have any work in his
line go and see him. He will suit you in
prices and the quality of the work he turn $
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The communication received by the
local editor of this paper, signed MARA
Ann" will receive due aud proper consider
|atlon.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
|Look out

Next week for break down in shoe
prices Look out
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

For bargains, go to the closing out sale
of j. Stadeker & Son.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

AUSTIN HENRY, in former days connected
with the police force of this city, was
buried yesterday. He died of pneumonia.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The next meeting of the Masonic Grand
bodies will be held at this place.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

FoR cash only, immense bargains at
Stadeker's.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25
RAILROAD TIMETABLE.


schedule of December Is, 1881
GOING EAsT-Leaves Vicksburg.. ...,.....3;50 p. NJ.
Arrives at Jackson ....,..6:15 p. NJ.
Leaves Jackson. .............6:35P p. NJ.
GOING WEsT-Ieaves Meridian. .......""l:48 A. NJ.
Arrives AT Jackson. A. NJ.
Leaves Jackson. ..... ......"7:45 A. M
FReIGuTs-Going West. arrives at Jackson at 800
p. NJ, and leaves 1927 p. NJ.
Going East. arrives at jackson at 1887
A. NJ and leaves 1l:40 A. NJ.
T.. +. RAWORTH, Genl Sup't.
GEO. D LAWRENCE, Assistant Sup't
JNo. w. CLINGAN, Local Agent.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25


Is called to our new department for
LADIES READY-MADE UNDERWEAR, which
are sold at strictly Nea0 York prices.
The remarkable success attending this
enterprise warrants us in calling particular
notice to the goods and the prices.
1t is our purpose in future to keep full
line of every class of garments in this line.
jan25.2i Robinson & STEVENS.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

ROBINSON & STEVENS
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1879-01-25

The following is a list of the officers
elected at the recent meeting of the
Masonic Grand Bodies at Okolona, Missis
sippi:
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1879-01-29

The above is not an agreeable array
oil figures for the advocates Of econmy
TO study over. But there are only too
many reasons to apprehend that the
coming inauguration will throw into
the shade all that has gone before il
IN the way Of extravaganza. There
is to be more parade and fuss than
ever before. .
No representative at Harrisburg can
be foolish enough to believe the people
ut large stand ready to endorse this
proposed piece of extravaganza. 1t
contrasts unfavorably with the honest
simplicity that marked the entrance
Of men like Snyder, [Dem.], Wolf
| Dem. and Ritner, [anti. Mason1, into
the Governors seat. Are those times
forgotten, and have we no representa-.
tives who would prefer their return 10
tho pomp and silly pagcantry which
to-day threatens u.s. More than ever
have we cause 10 regret that the
economy which marked the carly DAYS
OF the Commonwealth has departed
forever.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1879-01-29

LOCAL SpoRT.-An EXCHANGE saws
up in Wayne county there is a row
between Judge Waller and the Com.
missioners as to where Court shall be
held. The old Court House is demol
ished, the new one far from completion
The Judge wants to hold Court in
Liberty Hall, Honesdale; the Com.
missioners say it is too expensive to
rent and order him To an out-ofthe-
way tavern. He swears he will hold
Court wherever he pleases. The Com.
missioners say that unless the Courts
are held in the room they have rented
they will not pay any Of the Court ex.
penses. The next Court meets in Feb.
rusry. The Won AlstiDe murder case
and the case of the Hollisterville bur
glars are TO be tried. The county
newspaper has the proclamation OF the
Court calling jurors and others to meet
in Liberty Hall. Another newspaper
has it calling them togetherin Weaver's
hall"
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1879-01-29

POLITICAL HEBEsr. - The recent
display at Quebec, Toronto and other
places in Canada on the arrival of the
Prince and Princess, In their Domin.
ions, was pretty well initiated at Har-
risburg on the 2ist on the occasion Of
the Inauguration Of Gov. Hoyt. Tho
expense in both instances was about
the samO. The taxpayers in Pennsyl.
vania will be called upon to foot the
huge bill contracted at Harrisburg,
while the blooded stock on the Ca NADIA
side pay their own bill. That is all the
difference.