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The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

THE cOrOner's jury investigating the
disaster in the Harlem River tunnel, New
York, found the New York Central & Hud-
son River Railroad Company guilty OF gross
and criminal negligence in failing to provide
sufficient appliances for signaling trains and
a sufficient number of employees. The YER
dict also censures RawsOn, the telegraph
operator; Conductor Rood, Engineer Close,
and Brakeman Robbins.
A FIRE on Broadway, New York, on
the 9th, destroyed about S15O,000 worth OF
property. Stern & Co., shirts; Adler 81 Co.,
gloves; NJ. Fisher, dress trimmings, are the
principal sufferers.
LIEUT.. WELSH, commanding the
Pensacola Navy-yard, reports to the Navy De-
partment that an incendiary fire broke out
in Warrington at a. IN. on the 9Th. Many
dwellings were destroyed, and most of the
business portion Of the town is gone. The
yard is safe,
THE peace negotiations between Chill
and L ieru are broken off because Of the re-
fusal Of Chill to abate any of her demands.
THE mangled body of an unknown
man vas found on the railroad track near
Flemmglon, w. Va, the other day. Both
legs were cut off below the knees, and the
tempted to board moving train and fell
under the wheels. There is no clue to mis-
identity, except a small Catholic prayer
book bearing the name Of j. NJ. Carmichael
lsOn the fly-leaf. -
A LAZY flagman. caused a collision on
the Baltimore IG Ohio, near Pittsburg, Pa,
!. the other day. Sanders, brakemeD, was
killed; Conductor Ruffner lost leg, and
another trainman was badly hurt.
SURVEYOR EIvRET, of Starr County,
Texas, was shot and killed in Rio Grande
City, the other night, by the Lips boys.
Nine bullets were lodged in Eivret's body.
The murder was a oold-bloOded one, and
lynch law was generally advocated.
THE police of Dallas, Texas, have ar
rested a man supposed to be Charles Saun-
ders, who murdered officer Printz, of St
Louis, on June /, 1879, and who has ever
since evaded arrest. The accused, however,
stoutly asserts his ability to prove that JUS
tiee is on the wrong track.
SEVEN bodies were recovered from
the wreck of the Robert E. Lee on the 9th,
some Of which have been identified.
TIE annual report of Gen. Suter, of
the Engineer Corps, in charge of the Mis-
souri, River improvements, shows the ex-
penditure OF $3.50, 25t for this work, and es-
mates at 81, 8s3.0 900 the probable expenses
the next fiscal year in continuation OF the
improvements.
AN accident on the stage Of the Royal
Opers .IIouse in Berlin caused a panic in
which many persons were severely injured.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

In San Francisco, Sept. 2, Hattie
Henderson, aged thirteen, placed a
search warrant upon the house of her
father, j. w. Henderson, and recovered
some of her property which he had re-
fused to deliver to her. The case is in
teresting as showing the property rights
of minor children in California. The
issue of the warrant was based upon two
sections of the State civil code, which
declare that ''the parent, as such, has
no control over the property of the
child" and that ''no person, whether a
parent or otherwise, has any power as
guardian of property except by appoint
ment, as hereinafter provided. Chi
cdgo Times.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

"A Syracuse dog tried to walk
through a 500 plate-glass window one
fourth of an inch thick. Fin ling hat
no easy thing. he took start OF
twenty feet and with a terrific bound
went clean through and scampered away
uniniured
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

"A mysterious serenade, apparently
coming from the clouds, delighted as
well as excited the people Of Madison,
Ga, a few nights ago. Whence tha
music came is yet an nnsolved mystery,
and the superstitious, Of course, are
greatly disturbed. - AHahto Co1lststlt-
lion.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

"A few days ago a little girl at
Wheeling, w. Va, while running in
play, stumbled and fell, striking her
forehead against a solid little mound of
gravel, producing what seemed to be a
mere scratch on the forehead, which, at
the time, did not attract special atten-
ton. What at first seemed to be merely
a scratch soon encrusted over, but did
not heal, and a doctor being called, a
triangular pebble, the size of COM
pressed pea, was removed from beneath
the skin, where it was firmly imbedded.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

The British Postmaster-G General has
lately discovered that a three years.
contract for clothing for post-ofiice en-
pIoyees has been in operation ten years,
considerably lower in the market for the
kind Of goods supplied. The business
has now been transferred TO the clothing
department of the War Office; but it is
estimated that the cost to the country Oh
the contract which should have expired
seven years ago is something like G100..
O00.-N. ]. Sun.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

MoRRIs KNAPP, a livery man. was
thrown from 4 carriage Rud fatally injured,
near Jackson, Mich, Oct. B.
WM. GRAY, an engineer on the MeH-
can-Texas Railway, was fatally injured near
Galveston, the other day. He was rounding
curve at reckless speed, and was crushed
under the tender.
EZRA SMITH, aged 50, killed himself
with a revolver, near Upton, Ind, the other
day, leaving wife and three children. He
was tired OF a lawsuit.
A LITTLE SON of Patrick Powers, of
st. Joseph, Mo-, fell into cistern the other
day and was drowned.
SAMUEL HALL, who was assaulted and
robbed by John jackson, near Jackson,
Ohio, few days ago, died on the 4th. jack
son has been captured and made full con-
fession. He said he wanted money to give
10 Il woman.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12
TERMS OF ADVERTISING

One square Of eight Tines. sl.50 for rae FIRST
sertfon, and rs cents for each subsequens
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

We carry all our neighb ors' crimes
he light and throw our own over our
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12

sIR-1onr letter, dated st. Louis, october ],
me for an amnesty or pardon. Under the
Constitution Of this state can not grant
pardon, even If inclined 70, before conviction
victed of any violation Of the law IL is not
for me to say. That the courts OF the
state viii determine in the proper way when
you are before chem. think It wise IN you
10 abandon the life sou are charged with
leading, and In suFrendering to she legal an
thoFitles OF the state or the county in which
you are 1ocafed. If innocent of those charges,
70 the world II guilty, the law dictates the
punlshment. If you surrender, you, as any
other man charged with crime. shall and viii
have a fair and impartial trial The
intelligence and character OF the courts a
this state are ample guarantees OF such
trial without any assurance from me, one
not based upon nor governed BY the prelu-
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1882-10-12
JAMES IN JAILt

FraaN James, the Missouri Bandit, sur-
renders TO the Authorities and Asks for
Amnesty-He Wants a Fair Trial and "a
Chance to Reform
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22
Exchange Notes.

The Clarksburg Neaos was seven
years old last week, and seems to
feel more like living than ever.
Success to you, brother; we only
lack six years of being of the same
oldness.
HALF-SHEETs.-The Morgantown
Post complains of number of ex-
changes for sending it half-sheets,
In the Posts case the point is GER
tainly we'll taken, forasmuch as the
Post comes into port every week
spreading a full sheet, with every
inch of canvass inflated with fresh
and interesting matter.
The FREEMAN has been specially
honored of late with calls from
Brethren of the Press. Outsiders
don't know how much good it does
our craft to get hold of each others
hands betimes after greeting and
quarreling with each other through
our columns. Among the welcom-
ed visitors to our den recently were
Bro. fancy, of the Clarksburg Neaos,
and Bro. Wells, of the Mentor; and
on Monday Bro. McGlothlin, of
the Ravenswood Nea0s, smiled in
upon us in the best of humor and
spirits. Come again, brethren; our
latch-string is hanging clean down
and out on the sidewalk.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

SCARE AT LONG REACH.--Some
two weeks ago we were advised
from Long Reach, Tyler County,
that Mr.. Simon Parker, after re-
turning from Wheeling, was taken
sick, and fearing he had the small
pox, there was a stampede for vac
cination. A few days ago we re-
ceived card from Sam johnson,
saying: "Sime and nine of his chill
dren are in bed with the measles"
The measles thus having got good
start, the bulk of Shines family will
be likely to catch them.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

1t is the opinion of many of our
people that in appealing to their
charity to relieve cases of destitu-
ton simple statement would be IN
better tastethan to couple The APP
peal with insinuations of heathen-
ism and slurs against Christianity,
supplemented with the pretended
old Joke about "baked missionary.
The citizens of Parkersburg, Chris
tians and non-Christians, have new
er yet turned away from the cries OF
want and suffering.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

CITIZENS NATIONAL BANK.-The
Stockholders of our new bank, The
Citizens National, have fully organ
lied and are ready for business.
They get possession of the room
now occupied by Smith & Whether
ell, on Market Street, April LIST.
The latter firm will remove one door
below in Mr.. Foley's place. The
bank will commence business on
getting possession. The directors
and officers are as follows:
DIRECTORS. - A. l. Boreman;
Samuel Stewart; H. H. Dis; Ran
dolph Logan; R. B. Taylor; F. R.
Rose; Geo. Rutherford.
PRESIDENTIAL I. Foreman.
CAsHIER.--C. H. Shattuck.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

WHISKY DID Tive much regret
the ugly affair of last Saturday
night, that lost to the City a hith-
erto efficient officer. Most unfor-
tunately, Mr.. Had Dis allowed
himself to get full of bad whisky,
and created a loud disturbance on
Neal Street, by fourishing and fir
ing his revolver. Being arrested
and lodged in Jail, he had the night
to get sober and reflect. Sunday
morning he addressed a note to the
Mayor resigning, and on Monday,
plead guilty before the Recorder,
and was fined. All this adds testi-
mony to the mischief and misery of
the Internal stuff. clad" has been a
fearless and efficient officer, and in
these columns we have had fire.
quent occasion to commend his
faithfulness. How abundantly it
is proved that to guard the City
against whisky, a man must first
be able to guard himself.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

CoMING.-Right down the Ohio
river front, back Of Ais Hotel,
thence up Neal Street to Kelly's
Foundry, across the Kanawha and
on to Charleston. This is the way
the engineers were laying down the
track last week. The work of Sc
curing the right of way goes on
cheeringlv.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Bookkeepers and merchants need
ing Blank Books now at the COM
mencement of the year, will look to
their interests by examining the
stock of S. l.. Addison & Co., 81
Market street, as they have the
largest and best assortment ever
brought to Parkersburg.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

PERsoNAL.-We see that our long
time friend, AID. Kingsbury, now
has his headquarters in the Smoky
City, Pittsburg, as General Passen-
ger and Ticket Agent of the Allie
gheny Valley r. R. We wish him
big success in whatever community
is so fortunate as to have him as a
citizen.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Our readers must look inside this
week for the best. The vigorous
article from the eloquent Third Dis
trict champion, Bayless Cade, has
no double meaning, and cannot
mislead, "Moundsville" sounds a
bugle-blast, and from post to post
the rallying cry is passed.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Westinghouse Birth Day is being
remembered in our City Schools.
We have a pressing note from lit
tie Miss, urging our presence at the
Washington School, but have to
mail FREEMANs all day. Thank
you, Miss Stella. Sorry we can't
come
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

sealed beneath the magic spell of q
learned opinion-"What is the 49,
500 for ?" May the eyes Of Council
men be opened by the question &c"
has asked.
We would like to meet &c" before
that very Council and discuss on
the broadest principles every ques-
ton of fact and equity he raises. /
do not say that the Council have
meant to doan injustice. Ibelieve
the result of their action works an
injustice mono, the less; but / am
also satisfied that when they see
the parts of the contract on which
their eyes have never yet rested;
when they learn the fact, appear
ing on the face of the ordinance
condemned by &C." that the main
expense in erecting the works con-
sists in laying pipes to conduct wa
ter to the fire hydrants of the city,
and that the cost for fire service is
the chief cost of the outlay; when,
in fine, these gentlemen shall con-
descend to look plainly into these
matters and form their own opin-
ions--each Councilman will be able
to answer what the So, 800 is for.
Among the benefits to be expect
ed from these works, we may men
ton:
1. Protection against fire.
2. Reduction in fire insurance.
3. Water for cleansing the public
streets, and City buildings.
A. a rank among cities that look
to a Frightening future.
5. A standing invitation to men
of enterprise and capital to come
among us.
6. Security against the pestilence
which, in the course of years, must
come upon every community
which draws its water supply from
the soil that absorbs it's filth.
7. The same innumerable advan-
tages which have made such works
desirable in other cities, and upon
which they have profitably laid out
millions of dollars.
Once more, Mr.. Editor, and am
done. 1t is asked, Suppose the
city should decrease one-half in the
next decade ?"
1t will require many back-sets to
check her advancing progress but
a sure road to ruin is a reputation
of contracts, and n sitting of en-
terprise.
DO not suppose, however, such
danger threatens us yet. Such a
mistaken policy cannot last long.
The intelligent taxpayers and cit
liens to whom &c" appeals, correct
all such errors, as the revolving
years give them the opportunity,
and we should not forget that can
did minded men may come in time
to see the truth as it is.
Twice "C'' intimates we had bet
ter resort to the Courts. / might
take him up at that but my clients
do their own thinking, and | could
not undertake to deliver the goods.
If, for instance, | should attend a
meeting of the Water Works Com
pany, and spring upon them
ready-made opinion, they might
still take time to consider, and con-
suit their own Judgment, without
blindly following my dictations.
Moreover, it is not necessary to
60 into the Courts. A speedier de-
cision could be had by reference to
an outsider. / confidently believe
that, if the case could be laid before
an unbiased lawyer, who had not
expressed an adverse opinion in adj
vance, the Water Works Company
would have nothing to fear in the
result.
The name of "Reader" is
r M A.,pIrp
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22
RECORDERS BUSINESS. That the

RECORDERS BUSINESS. That the
business Of the City Recorder is al
most solely to gather revenue from
the disorder caused. by the liquor
traffic, and to restrain it's licensed
evils in our City, SO far as the i'm
position of penalties may do this,
may be seen at glance at the Re-
corder's docket. During the first
twenty days in February, Recorder
Conley has disposed of thirteen po-
lice cases, every one of them caused
by whisky. In these the fines and
costs assessed amounted to $1,000.
The disorderly have learned that
Mr.. Conley has mind to enforce
the ordinances strictly and impair
TALLY.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

The drunken man who was so
perilously navigating horse out of
town, as mentioned last week, was
taken in and cared for by our po-
lice, after he passed beyond our
sight. We wish to add that we
meant no reflection upon any Off
Ger, in the remark. The man was
creating no disturbance and we
supposed no policeman saw him.
What we said was in pure pity for
the man in his helpless condition.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

TERMs.-In our Terms we try to
suit all. Strictly in advance-s1.50
year, S1.OO 8 months, 75c 6 mos,
SOC 4 mos. On trial two months
for Is cts.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

After seeing the Amendment de-
feated, our Delegate, Hon. D. H.
Leonard, came home the first this
week to rest, and look after home
business.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

We are assured from the best
sources that the entertainments
given by the Royal Hand Bell
Ringers are richly enjoyed by the
most intelligent and refined audi
ences. They ring and sing at Rose
Hall, March Sd.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Messrs. Alf Williams, Charlie
Caldwell, w. N. Chancellor, and
others of our citizens, were in
Wheeling last week, looking in
upon the labOrs of our lawmakers.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

If you want to buy a good i'm
proved farm, call on or send for a
list of lands offered for sale by Att
kisson d Piersol, of this city.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Call on J. NJ. Walters, 95 Market
street, for anything in the Job Print
ing line. He will do your work
promptly, neatly and at reasona-
Bile rates.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

We have compiled terse COM
ments by more than a score of our
exchanges, on the defeat of the
Amendment, which our readers
shall have next week.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Mr.. George Robb came home from
Wheeling last week, sick, and is
now quite i'll of typhoid fever.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Circuit Court at Richie c. II.
this week, whithera number of our
attorneys have gone.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

The House of Delegates has pass
ed the bill providing for the reas-
sessment of the real property of the
State
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

We are glad to note that Harry
Caswells eldest son, Charlie, who
has been sick of fever, is now conva-
lescent.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Much water in the basement of
the Avery Street School Building,
caused the school to suspend on
Monday.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

If you have music in your soul or
any avenues to let it in, by all
means hear the Royal Hand Bell
Ringers at Rose Hall, March Sd.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22
SEED OATS.

A Choice Lot of Illinois White
Oats for sale by
JOHN P. WAIT.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

To Printers.--Wanted to purchase
good secondhand plow-knife
paper-cutter. Address j.. M. Wal
tiers, Job Printer, Parkersburg.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

The NJ. e. Social, last week,
was a success, weather or no wealth
er.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Farms, timber, coal and mineral
lands bought, sold and exchanged
by AttkissOn & PiersOl
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

We thank our good neighbors,
the Journal and Sentinel, the Richie
Democrat and others, for kind words
on our oneth anniversary.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22
WESTVIRGINIA FREEMAN.

PIANOS AND ORGANS FOR SALE OR
RENT BY w. F. ATTKISsON.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

Rain, rain, mud, mud. Our city
needs drying works just now worse
than water works.
West Virginia freeman. (Parkersburg, W. Va.) 1881-1886, 1882-02-22

The Ohio is higher at Cincinnati
than it has been since 1847.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-21
SPOKEN.

July 10, lat 80, Ion S. bark Oskar & Georg
(Rus), Manila. from DarieD for GLEASON Dock.
August =, off Cape Roman, schr Wapella,
Bagger from New York for Bruins wick, Ga, 2S
days out.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-21
Gommerfta
MAIKET.
TIE MoRNre NEWS.

--r OF THE MORNTG NEWS,
Cftl~H s.vAyyAH. Aust l9, 1852.
--a market opeed at 10 a. m
C.1' s,- new cotton, While old cotton
----sl-. ~, higher. AT ID. m was steady
IS as'- ,sf for new cop, old crop &c.
81 -r without chaBe. The sales we're
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1882-08-21
LIFE'S CONTRADICTIONS.
Vivid Contrasts of Condition In the
Metropolis.
Ne,g York Letter IN Hartford Post.

A6lO 4 OfH LettCF IN I1UfUOTQ FOSE.
Ned Stokes bar, it is said, takes in
5000 to $500 per day Tor rather night,
as it is patronized by crowd of fast
fellows, who drink nothing but high
priced liquors A dinner at Delmonico's
or Penard's can be had at from S. to
$40 per guest, according to the bill of
fare and wine list. A number of dinner
parties have been given during
the past season in the Fifth Avenue
in which 5000 were expended
in flowers alone. How easy to pay such
bills when ones income is $1,000 per
day. and this is not large figure among
our capitalists; but just look at the other
side of social life. Four women were
arraigned in the Police Court for selling
vegetables and matches in baskets IN the
streets. One of the number said she
was a widow with two children, and that
this was their only support The Magis-
trate replied that it was violation of
law, and he was obliged to fine them $40
a piece, and as they were conveyed to
the prison one of them tainted.
Such contrasts may be found daily.
Speaking of incomes, ex Governor Nor
CAMS is estimated at 100000 a year.
huSS6l1 0dSC 10 IdiCu at 10
million and half, while Jay Goulds
income cannot be less than half dozen
millions. To come down to smaller men,
r. L. Stuart has nearly million year,
while Robert and Ogden Goelet are each
rated at $250.000 Bennett is
rated at 100000. d. O.
Mills figures at 100000, and
the young Vanderbilts, William K. and
Cornelius, are not much below him. The
estate of A. T. Stewart & Co. has an in
come of million, which renders Cor
nelia Stewart the richest widow in Am
erica. The Astors, John, Jacob aud
William, are estimated each at million
and half, while VIM. I'll. Vanderbilt
probably has five times that sum, and
yet within five minutes walk from the
place where these men live one can find
multitudes whose life is but a prolonged
battle with famine.