The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1882-04-13
RIVER NEWS.
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To the citizens of Cairo and steamboat
men especially. Twill state that In accept
ing the duties of river editor on THE Bull
LETIN, will use my utmost endcayors to
give a correct and reliable report Of the
arrival and departure Of steamers, and all
news pertaining thereto. And in 40 doing
hope my efforts may be appreciated, and
should fall short, assure my readers il
will not be for want of attention or appli-
cation to business.
Will s. Hays pads beautiful, poetcal
tribute to the memory of brave Bob Kelly,
second engineer on the i'll fated Golden
City, recently burned at Memphis, poor
Bob is no more on earth, and in his loss
while standing at the post of duty who can
contemplate his thoughts OF the loved ones
at home who were unconscious OF the fer
rble fate which befel loving father, and
devoted husband. May God guard and
protect his helpless family.
The St. Genevieve from ST. Louis arrived
Tuesday night at 1890 on her way to
Memphis. She had a good trip and her
countenance beamed brilliantly under the
reflection Of her beautiful electric light
Tuesday night from II until 9 o'clock
the wind blew q perfect gale, and steam
boating was what might be termed an "up
hill business"
The City OF Helena from Memphis en-.
route for the Future Great arrived yester-
day morning at 8 o'clock and departed at
10 80. While making landing at Bar
field Tuesday morning she performed a
scientific piece Of surgery by drawing q
heavy snag without pain or damage.
We have had the pleasure of making
the acquaintance of several prominent river
men since entering upon duty here and will
in future have something to say in refer
ence to them.
Weather yesterday decidedly cool and
quite suggestive of heavy clothing.
The G. w. Anderson from Nashville
leaves to-day on her return trip. Capt. Fred
Wyatt, muster; Wiley PNmcnter in the Of
fee. Parties going up the Cumberland we
recommend the Anderson as pleasant,
speedy and reliable.
1.-The Fannie Tatum leaves St. Louis this
evening for Cairo and Paducah. j. B.
Conway, master.
Mr.. Charles Baughman is the polite and
popular dispenser Of fuel to steamers. The
company who have secured his services
have made good selection as he is full of
energy.
The Anchor Line steamer, City Of Cairo,
recently built by the famous Towards of
Jacksonville, leaves St. Louis this evening
where she received her cabin outfit. She
will report tomorrow, and On her arrival
will be presented with handsome stand
and silk colors in honor OF the name she
bears. 1t is said q grand reception will
be entertained by the officers, which will
be rendered the citizens of Cairo, and the
bellies and beaux Of this city will indulge in
the light fantastic after which the elegant
steamer will depart for New Orleans. M
The river indicated by the guage last
evening at this point "a feet and 9.10. ~
Steamer Maud from ST. Louis due to-day
for Memphis.
The elegant Anchor Line steamer W. p.
Halliday tor New Orleons to-day.
The Henry Loury, of Mississippi V. T.
Co. will pass down this evening for New
Orleans.
River rising at Cincinnati, stationary at
Louisville and steadily rising at St. Louis.
The Thomas Sherlock for New Orleans
passed down with good trip last night
Business on the wharf yesterday rather
light.
The Belle of Memphis, from St. Louis,
with good trip, arrived here last night at
8 80 for Vicksourg.
The City of vicksburg, for St. Louis,
arrived from Vicksburg last evening at Q |
o'clock. Shc had light trip. II
The Silvorthorn, from New Madrid, ar
rived last evening. She leaves on her re.
turn trip this afternoon. +