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The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24
Chicago News.

The ladies OF the Derby club gave a
Leap Year party Friday night on the
West Side and you shall have full account
of it in due season.
The Bird concert at Olivet church Mon
night was postponed till next Monday
night. All the members and friends OF
the church should attend and help in the
work of paying the pastor
The Rock Island road lately yielded to
the schemes of the Pullman company, and
as a result all OF the colored conductors
were degraded from their positions OF
trust and m 4de subordinate to white con-
ductors. This was more than they could
endure, so a number Of them have left
the road.
The funeral of J. d. Washington oc-
Cured Sunday. 1t was a large and impos-
ing display by the Masonic fraternity OF
which he was highly esteemed brother
st. Marks Chapter, Corinthian Command
cry and the Blue lodges, numbering nearly
two hundred men in all, followed the lost
brother to his final resting place. The
procession Of Knights was every way
way worthy of the order and said to be
unexcelled by ay previous turnout. Few
of our citizens have had more fitting trib
utes of respect than this deceased
brother.
WIN. 5 Johnson, Ferdinand Hogelanc
and Frank J. Ellston formerly proprietor
of the Conservator have gone into bust
ness. Messrs. Johnson and Hoeeland
have opened a first-class -four and feeC
store and deserve the patronage of the
colored people in their new enterprise
We are glad to note the are meeting with
success. Mr.. Ellston has purchased th,
University laundry at Evanston, and viii
do well -no doubt, as the field is a good
and his launry the best in the place.
The Mutual Protective association helt
large and orderly mass meeting Tuesda,
night at Quinn Chapel. Addresses. wer'
made by the PRESIDENT j. E. Henderson
who stated the aim of the society and il
work; Hon. J. WE. Thomas, VIM. Baker
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

1t is said that Voorhees, investigat-
ing committee will remain in Wash
ington and take its North Carolina
testimony by proxy. This is certain
ly an original Democratic way of
doing business, and is probably the
best way of finding out nothing about
the matter. Voorhees, understands
how not TO do it.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

Mr.. Parnell, M. P, the great Irish
agitator, is receiving splendid ova-
tions wherever he goes in the United
States. Our sympathies are with the
Irish people in this matter. The
policy of England under the present
premier is bcgetting discomfort and
trouble throughout the dominion.
The demand Of the Irish for home
rule is reasonable and just. This de-
maud would no doubt be readily
espoused by the Liberal party of
England were it not for the commu-
nistic land theories held by the Home
rule party. There is, however, a cry
ing need for some reform In the land
system, and for a policy that will
eventually work the overthrow of the
system of absenteeism. These alb
sentee lords, owners of the soil, hold
in their penurious grasp the homes
and destinies of three millions of
Irish people, and they take out of the
country every year thirty millions of
dollars, thus sapping the very foun-
dations of industry and prosperity.
If the Home rule party will keep
aloof from any semblance Of commu-
nism, an alliance can be effected with
the English Liberals, which will no
doubt effect the reform of many abu-
ses of which they now justly COM
plain.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

We acknowledge interesting com
munications from Rev. W. H. Ander-
son, Hon. H Walker and Prof. Elias
Anderson, Of Terre Haute; E.. P,
Whetsell, Esq, of Fort Wayne; and
a number Of others, which have been
crowded out. Have patience with
us, good friends; we'll do better af-
ter awhile.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

Much dissatisfact has been caused
by the nomination of Democrats as
superintendents Of the census. Pres
ident Hayes seems disposed to do
what is right in the matter, however,
and has withdrawn several objection.
able names.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24
Do the Colored People Of indiana
Demand the Pardon Of William
Nelson.

NelbOu.
Early in the fall we published Pc
tition to the governor asking the par
don of Nelson, and requested the
people of the State to sign and for
ward to us. The petition was received
everywhere with favor, and many
letters of commendation and con-
graduation came to us from all sec
tons Quite number Of petitions
came in at first, but the enthusiasm
soon cooled and the petitions stopped
coming ltwas our purpose TO pre-
sent the petition to the governor be-
fore the holidays, but after mature
consideration we decided not to do so,
for the reason that, in numbers the
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24
The INDIANAPOLIS LEiDs R.
TO SUBSCRIBERS.
IfyOu fail 10 receive your pa.
per. notify this Office at once.

Do not wait for an agent of the
Leader to visit you. Send your sub
scriptions right along and you'll get
The Leader alice samee.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

Hon. j. NJ Ridenour has been ap-
pointed Superintendent of the Cen
sus for this district. The appoint
ment of Mr. Ridenour is an excellent
one and gives entire satisfaction.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

Spain really seems in earnest about
the abolition Of slavery. The Cham
Der of deputies has approved all Of
the articles of the bill for abolitioa.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1880-01-24

In very complimentary letter to
the Leader published two weeks ago
our good friend, Capt. o. S. B. Wall,
of Washington, says:
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
The Merald ON John KelIy.

The recent attacks on James Gordon
Bennett by New York paper are said
to have been inspired by John Kelly,
the reputed owner Of the paper. 1t is
not surprising, therefore, to fud the
following editorial in the Herald, Of
the Bird, under the head of THE
traitor and the prices of his treason
Mr.. John Kelly has barely elected
his man mayor of the city at the price
of sacrificing the electoral vote Of the
state to the republican presidential
candidate,
The methods to which this Bene-
diet Arnold of the democratic party
has rosorted in accomplishing his
traitorous plot with more successthan
his prototype had in selling his coun-
try to an enemy are indicated in a
letter we print in another column from
Mr.. Albert T. Helmbold, of Philadol
phia.
This gentleman, in moderate and
well chosen language, charges Mr..
Kelly with wantonly maligning the
virtue Of an innocent wife and mother
and suborning an unhappy lunatic,
once her husband, to indorse the slam
der, for the wretched purpose of pro-
noting the success Of Mr.. Grace by a
false charge against the proprietorof a
journal which opposed his election on
high and respectable grounds Of public
policy.
II Mr.. Grace, as a man Of honor, can
take any satisfaction out Of a public
Office achieved for him by his patron
through such processes and through
trading of a large share Of tho logiti-
mate democratic majority which, but
for Mr.. Kelly's treason, would have
been cast for General Hancock in this
city and might have determined the
electoral vote Of the state, then we do
not envy the quality Of Mr.. Grace's
conscience.
Well--the United States have a re
publican president and the city Of
New York has a Roman Catholic
mayor, the latter being the price de-
manded and received by Mr.. Kelly foi
his treason TO the democratic party.
Benedict Arnold also demanded anc
received a price, and those who paid n
flung 1t to him with the same scorr
with which the republican manager,
flung to Mr.. Kelly the straight re-,
publican nomination Of Mr.. Dowd.
Among the British people thsss was
am honorable, though inetfectEal pro,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
Carriers OIL Cloth Coats,
Best in America.
II. NJ. DRAKE e. CO.,
27I Main, opp. Court Square


DR.. Buddeke, eye and ear diseases,
No. Sc east Court street. 144f
For good solid wearing shoes, and
for least money, go to J. NJ. Hill &
Co.'S shoe store, corner Main and
Monroe streets. 55f
w. A. Wheatley, rental agent, 279l
Main street, up stairs, offers choice
stores and residences, as well as fine
farms, for rent. Parties needing such
should call on him and examine his
new list. So
Captain George H. Mitchell, tray
cling agent for the wholesale liquor
and cigar house Of f. W. Lansing &
Co, ofSt, Louis, and Memphis and
st. Louis, returned yesterday from a
very successful trip down in Missis-
sippi.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

test against the negotiation with Ar
mold, and Just so among the decent
people of this city-as the close vote
on the mayoralty ticket te~stifes-
there is an honorable, though yester-
day Intellectual protest against this
nefarious bargain with Kelly.
The voters and tax payers. of New
York city, however, enjoy a right OF
appeal in Kelly's case which did not
exist in Arnold's. There remains a
resort to the state government, of
which the city government is but a
creature, to check and remedy some
Of the harm and shame.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

The perfect rendition Of the char
acter Of Ricbelieu by the sterling &C.
tor, Thomas W. Keene, at the theater
last night enthused an ap~preciatiye
audience whose applause was not only
a tribute to genius, but an earnest Of
the cultivation Of our Memphis thea.
ter-goers. 1.-THE author ofthis stand
ard play, Sir Edward Lytton Bulwer.
could have been present to witness his
masterpiece SO magnifcently render
ed by this finished artist, in the en-
thusiasm aroused by the occasion, he
would at once have invited every gen.
tleman present u accompany him to
Sol COlemans cigar establishment. 3lG
Main street, to join him in smoking an
imported Havana cigar. Every man
who appreciates fine acting also en-
joys a good cigar.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
The Church Fair.

The German (P~rotestant) church
fair will be continued until tomorrow
night, and the closing scenes will
prove interesting. Tonight a pleas
ant time is sure to be experienced, as
dancing and other delightful features
will be on the programme. There was
a gay crowd in attendance last night,
and a nice entertainment resulted.
The policeman's badge excited con-
siderable comment and interest. The
leading contestants are Messrs. Dough
erty and Kunholz, and but little diff
ference is yet noted, both standing
about sixty-fve votes.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
CuURCH FAIR.

The Fair for the benefit OF the
German Protestant Church at
Cochran Hall will be continued
until tonight and will then close
with a Grand Hop and auction
sale of all goods not previously
disposed Of: This evening the
Badge for the most popular PO-
lice officer will he awarded.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
A Rnnrinr Nnt Yender.

Between the acts at the theater last
night a youthful but ambitious ches-
nut and peanut teader howled forth
his wares in the upper gallersei in a
style that would make a Comanche
Indian weep with jealousy. No sooner
would the curtain fall than the nut
merchant would howl forth, and cause
every auditor to gaze aloft to see what
sort of a biped owned so healthy and
powerful a pair Of lungs. A youth
like that will rise to greatness if i'm
bued with a proper spirit and purpose
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
LEDGER LINES.

Maple syrup, at Lyle & Shields.
Brown & Jones, coal dealers, 22
Main street.
Sauce, tomato eatsup and pickles by
Lyle & Shields.
Insure with the Memphis City Fire
and Gen1 ms. Co., 10 Madison st.
j. B. Saint < Co. clean and Gil
vaults. Leave orders at 235 Main.
The largest andmost beautiful stock
Of floral designs, novelties in straw
goods, grasses, etc., eyer brought to
Memphis, just received by Memphis
Floral Co., 357 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

Chief of Police Davis has received
a postal from D. S. Terrell, Clarks-
vile, inquiring for the family of John
or James Yancy, to whom a legacy
has been left. Mr.. Terrell is execu-
tor, and wishes to find the parties.
Amy one having information of the
parties will please leave word with
Davis.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
A Y
A Church Deacon Joins a Circus
Procession in Spite OF
Himself

When the circus was here, a short
while since, an incident occurred
which shows the force of habit even
among brutes, and placed a prominent
citizen in a ludicrous position.
A gentleman residingin the suburbs,
whom we shall designate as Jones for
various reasons, bought a horse some
time since from a vagabond horse
dealer who knocked off a good many
dollars from the price in view of the
fact that the animal had no pedigree
to speak of.
The circus procession had just
started on its march, when Jones
mounted his steed and started for
home at a fast gallop. When in the
vicinity of the procession, near enough
to hear the music, Jones felt his Ro
s%inante double up his backbone and
knew mischief was aioat. The nearer
the music came the more unmanage-
able became the horse, until, coming
suddenly upon the gorgeous process
sion, he gave a quiet neigh Of recog-
milton and took his place in line be-
tween the elephant aud the polar
bear.
Joined the circus have you Jones2''
said an acquaintance, while that in.
dividual grew red in the face and tried
TO bury his heels in the horses sides
II say, JONES' exclaimed another
friend, "better look out for the Gle.
plant he's reaching for you with hi
fore-tail."
rs hat a sure enough Indian
papa2" inquired a little fellow in al
audible tone at this moment, pointing
at Jones, who was putting like an en-
CINE on fire and sweating. bucketsfdl
"Any fool could tell that fellow wa
a greenhorn. Bet he don't get tel
cents a day making a lurid fool 0
himself" put in a little newsboy,
well we'll, well 1" exclaimed a
old lady, rubbing her eyeglasses. 81
there amt Deacon Jones IN a circu
!, procession. An only last Sunday h
snored louder in the amen corner tina
anybody in church. SO he's i'ine
the circus. What's the world comm
tol'
By this time the victim Of that oil
! circus fossil was nearly frantic, an
: falling in every attempt to get out Q
. the procession with the horse, too.
advantage Of an alley-way to sneak o
alone. When last seen ho was skulk
) ing around with an old army muskC
hunting for that vagrant horse doalel
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
Amusing Street Adventure and a
Novel Trial.

NONel lFAais
Uncle Jesse Woods grew a little
bouyant yesterday evening, and wa
disposed to make friends with every
body he met About dark he locked
arms with an cx convict fresh from
the island, and after inviting him to
drink, invited him to share bis bed
and board for the night.
Starting down Adams, they neared
the corner Of Third, when passing
under a gas lamp Murray, the ex-
convict, caught sight ola pair Of boots
and a nice, warm coat which Uncle
Jesse carried under his arms. He
eontrasted the surplus outfit with bis
own ragged garment, and his mind was
made up. Snatching the bundle from
Uncle Jesse, he started Of at a gallop
down Third street. The old man
drew a plug Of twist tobacco from his
pocket and tried to Ere Il at the thief,
but il would not 90 of. A few hours
after the police, who had procured a
description, arrested Murray, and he
was brought to trial this morning
The prisoner plead that it was simply
a drunken escapade, and hal Uncle
Jessie was as drunk as he. The court
concluded thatif he was sober enough
TO give a good description Of his de-
spoiler, he was not too drunk to know
what he was about. The description
was brought out and the court began
70 read, scanning the prisoner at the
same time.
Right eye bunged, good enough;
left oar has once been chawed by a
Chinaman, better still nose close
y resembles a peeled best, -grows
moro realistic; right cheek has prob.
ably been kissed by Michigan girl or
a cannon ball, splendid breath
smells Of disturbance, lock him up,
Mr., Baker bond $1,000,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

The striped corduroy velyeis can
now be bought for one dollar a yard.
and although, being all cotton. thew
soon get shabby: their low price adj.
mits Of their being given away after
brief wearing,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

Many ladies have taken a fancy for
knitting fancysilk stockings in artistic
designs as Christmas and birthday
gifts for gentleman, the material alone
costing moro than the stockings sold
IN the shops.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

This steamer leaves at 5 o'clock this
evening for Arkansas river, in place
ofthe sunken steamer 0uacbita Belle.
See advertisement on FIRST page.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
The Madison street Row.

The excitement on Madison street
yesterday in the Memphis brokerage
associations quarters, sometimes call
ed a bucket shop" was the subject of
much comment last night and to-day.
Mr.. W. P. Baker, its secretary, and
Mr.. NJ. Black, its president, the COM
batants, gave bond for their appear
ance before Esquire Quigley this af-
ternoon. A business quarrel between
the two caused Baker to level a pistol
at Black, according to the l%atter's
statement. They were alone at the
time in the Planters insurance build
ing. Mr.. Black gave up the keys to
the safe upon seeing the pistol muzzle
looking him in the face, but as soon as
Baker turned Black ran out, bought a
shotgun and was about to lombard
the Office and Baker. Mr.. John
Powell checked his movement by
Wrestling the gun. Capt. O'Haver
soon after disarmed Baker, and both
we're conveyed to the stasion house.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
DEAN OF . WeII.Lnown Citizen.

At The residence Of his son. in-law,
a few miles north Of the city, on Sun
day evening last, Captain James G..
McManus died after a lingering illness.
He was well known in the years of
long ago as a prominent capitalist and
boat owner, and is mentioned by those
who knew him well, as a man of ex.
%cellent business qualities as well as Of
sterling integrity. Some twenty years
ago Captain McManus was the head
Of the line Of fine passenger packets
that piled between this port and
Y~icksburg, among which was the
beautiful Victoria, Captain james
Lee, the H. D. Mears, Captain ThOs
Berry, the Kentucky and other
prominent boats, names not now
recalled. The line was famous
in its day and an immentC
traffic was conveyed over it, both Of
freight and passengers. The last en-
terpise with which Captain McMaDui
was identified was the steamers NJ. j
Wicks and Charles B. Church, an i'll
starred enterprise in which mucl
Memphis capital was sunk, in trying
to gain a position on the river cours,
between this and St. Louis in opposi
ton to the well known Anchor line
Since that period Captain McNIanu.
has lived in quiet retirement.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

Answering a double purpose, like
the piece Of furniture described BY
Goldsmith-"A bed by night, a chest
Of drawers by days a new cloak
pattern with 8 cape, which can be.
buttoned up 80 as to form a hood,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
Dressed Turkeys and Chickens,
CHOICE CELERY,
Full assortment fresh Fish,
Fresh Norfolk Oysters.
n. SEESSEL, SIR, & SON.
A Grand Reputation.

Warmers Safe Kidney and Liver
Cure has reached a reputation that is
not limited by the confines Of section
or country. There are no injurious
substances nor false and temporary
stimulants in the preparation. II is
purely vegetable and compounded
under a formula that has passed severe
tests aud won endorsements from some
Of the highest medical talent in the
country.-tNew York World,
Sold Wholesale by S. Mansfield &
Co., and w. N. Wilkerson & Go.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
WeaDon TOters.

j. r. Sharp, a supernumerary on
the Louisville & Nashville railroad
was arrested yesterday on suspicion,
and when searched at hestationhouse
a pocket gun was found in the region
Ofhis left hip He will have a hear
ing this evening.
Alex Winberg was found not guilty
Of the same charge at the police court
this morning.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
y. FransioIi, 2O2 Front, receives
fresh Oysters daily by express. 90

The LEDGER Office book bindory,
10 Madison street, is in the same
building as tho newspaper and job
printing establishment; Is owned hg
tho same proprietor, embraces all
machines and material used in q drst.
class book bindory. and is conducted
by competent workmen capable Of
executing work ia az good and sub
stantial a style as can DO done any
where.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

Fresh Norfolk and n. Y. Blue
Point Oysters and also clans,
received daily. Ladies' Oyster
ParIOr upstairs.
A. RAGGIO, II and 10 Jefferson.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
Fine photographs. SO per dozen
Cottage Gallery.
40 Beal street.
CrenmerY Rnller.

Graham Flour, Buckwheat Flour, Grits.
Hominy, Oatmeal, Cracked Wheat, Tapi-
oca, Farina, Corn Starch.
SIT BUCKHAM a CAMPBELL.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05

OdOrlessE xcaVaiing Co. Vaults
cleaned and filled. Office. IS
Madison street. 80
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
WudDucks,

Wild Ducks,
Wild Turkeys.
squirrels and QuniIs,
venisOn Eams and Saddles,
Red Fish,
sheep Head,
REEL FOOT LAKE PERCH,
Shaker Preserves.
VICTOR ID. FUCHS,
30 and Al jefferson.
Police, News.
A number ofplain DRINKS we're dis.
charged.
John Wiley was fined s. for OBJ.
structing the sidewalk with old
bottles,
Highway robbery, a rather unusual
charge, appeared on the police docket
to-day.
An assault and battery case of large
dimensions was continued until Tues.
day next.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
Helena society.

The society of our enterprising and
neighborly city Of Helena, Ark, are
charmingly represented here to-day BY
a worthy bevy Of fair bellies and an
equal number Of male escorts, who
came up yesterday blythe IRON steamer
Moore, mainly to pay a visit to our
theater, but also to do a little shop.
ping and looking around, They at
tended the play "Richelieu' last
night, and were of course pleasantly
entertained, as they could not help
being by so finished an actor as Mr..
Keene. The Helenian party are as
follows Dr. McCalpon, Messrs.
+. B. Sligcr, u Hayes, S. S. FaulE-
ner, h. G, Hornor, f, II. Moor II.
Ellis, II. Wilson, L. NJ. Moor, ". ]. B.
Chaplin, son and daugh'.o or G. w.
Funk, c. B, Funk Nj ssos @. Bum d.
pus, B, War;, V. H%',rnor. B. Homer.
S. Polk, N. POlb., L. McCalpcn, j..
Dale, D, Burrows; Mrs. Polk and
Mrs NiCb,5ls.
They returned home this morning.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
NnTICE.

bFEIIAL NUIIOL.
Orders for Sundays dinnerWilI
will be delivered Saturday after
noon by
II. SEESSEL, SIX, d SON.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1880-11-05
M y. TOOF
American B. & |. Assn.
JOHN sCHEIBLER, Pres'L l. N.sNOwDEN, v.PresG. rs. DAVIS, Trcas'r.
Directors
L. HANAUER, ALEX. ERSKINE, /. FRIEDMAN, MARX. W. {. HOsKTNs.
JOHN LIKHAUER, A.C. Won GUNDELL, ~, JENNY, LOU LEUBRIE. :

.BF AT a meeting IF the Board Of directors, held this dag, it was decided to presume acive
operations by making Loans on Real Estate and to issue a New Series Of Stock. This Awo-
citation is now in successful operation for nearly FIVE years. Every share Of took for which
notice of withdrawal has been given, has been redeemed in cash The officers and directors
a. eqmong tho leading business mon in this city they have proven t.. the stockholders their
ability for successful management. Parties desiring loans uponp real estate cn be accommO-
dated at the. next Meeting, November Ih. 10 back dues required of new Stockholders.
Subscription list for new series new open, Any Information viii be cheeduIy given by the
Secretary, III. BENSDORF, NO. 10 Madison STeet. O5