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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
AN AIR STEAMER.

The Steam Balloon Invented BY wiliiam
Patterson, San Francisco.
Now comes Professor William Patterson,
bridge builder, actor, hunter, squatter, trap
per- soldier and inventor, of San Francisco,
and solemnly AYERS that he has constructed a
balloon which will float upon the air like an
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
THE SEA SERPENT.

Portrait OF the Monster from Dcscrip-
tions by Capt. Robert Brush.
From careful description of Capt. Robert
Brush, Of the schooner Mary Ann, we are ell
abled to present our reailcIs with an accurate
engraving of the sea serpent seen i'll the Hud-
son river by the captain, and by many others
on several occasions since.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
UNCLE SANS PRINTERS.
THOMAS E. BENEDICT, THE NEW
PUBLIC PRINTER, AND HIS WORK.

Tie Largest Publishing House in the
World-A Monument to the Garrulity
of Congress, and the Natural Desire to
See Their Forensic Efforts in Print.
The office of public printer, that was for so
long time bone of contention, has at last
been handed over to Mr.. Thomas E. Bene-
dict, Of New York, who was not an applicant
for the position, and whose name was not
even thought Of by wiseacres in connection
with the place.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15

the office of superintendent Of public
printing was created. In 1876 the Office was
changed from congressional to public printer,
and appointed by the president Mr.. A. N.
Clapp, MIR. John D. Defrees and Mr.. Sterling
P. Rounds were the predecessors Of Mr..
Benedict. The cost of the government print.
Ing is now about s., SOC, 600 per annum.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15

suffered grleVollSly,
owing to their hav-
ing very tall spires.
The Unitarian n
church was q noble
specimen Of archi.
lecture. Its tower
was wrecked. Some
of the best present
piles Of debris and
ruins.
Fifty thousand
persons spent some
,,;pbtc and dave of
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
1919 each house elected It's own printer for

the session. The prin.
tiers to congress now
became afnuent and
entertained hand
somely. These also
gave rise to the party
newspaper organ sys-
tenn. The most noted
were Gales, Seaton,
Blair and Rives. The
printing Of the Twen-,
ty-seventh congress
cost $500, 900. In 1915
the contract system
was adopted, In 1859
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
earthquake 50 terrible. All the foundations
of creation are broken up.

of creation are broken up.
31t's thing you cannot fight" said one.
That expresses it. All damage done by man,
man can resist Even III a tornado or cy-
clone be can cling to the earth or take refuge
under ground But when earth herself fails
US, what is there to do! Man cannot even
run away, for he knows not where the ground
will open next. He might run into the very
jaws Of the destroyer.
The best part of Charleston is mass OF
ruins. 1t was beautiful city. The churches
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15
PRESIDENTS VACATION.
JEFFERSON OUTDONE IN DEMO-
CRATIC SIMPLICITY.

President and Mrs. Cleveland Exchange
the Luxury of the Million Dollar Man
sion in Washington for the Quiet of
Log Cabin In the Adif6hdaoks.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1886-09-15

w. D. IIowells writes all bis povels viii. a
typewriter.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
WEST POINT, MISS.
A MOVEMENT TO SECURE DIRECT
RAIL
Communication With Memphis by
Way OF the Kansas Uty and
Blrmlngh Road.
To the Editors Of tho Appeal:

To the Editors Of the Appeal;
WEST POINT, MIss., August "a. The
deep interest which the APPEAL has
always manifest I'd in toe upbnilding
Of Mississippi and her material pros
petty emboldens me TO call attention
through the columns Of the APPEAL to
a railroad enterprise that the people
OF the city OF West Point and Clay
county have been discussing, which
appears at once feasible and prsctica-
bic. The Kansas City, Memphis and
Birmingham road will cross the But
tahachie river about forty miles north
east Of West Point and near the Ala
bama line. This little river is one OF
the most beautiful streams in the
Southwest, and runs through a most
fertile land, occupied by most pros-
porous people. Buttahachie river
emptles into the Tombigbie seven
miles north OF east OF Wet Point,
Between West Point and the Tombig-
bee river II Is one broad prairie, slightly
undulatiDg, and productive beyond a !
description. From West Point to the
line OF the Kansas City, Memphis and
Birmingham 70 d, where it will cross
Buttahachie, is one continuous valley,
and straight almost as an arrow. As
is known to most.of your readers, West
Point is at the crossing Of the Mobile
and Ohio road and the Canton, Aber.
deem and Nashville arm OF the Illinois
Central rfiIroad, and at the center OF
the L act Mississippi prairie. West
Point now handles 10000 bales OF cot
ton, and has a general trade in proper.
ton. The population ia 5000, and is
rapidly increasing. II we can build
the proposed arm to the Kansas City,
Memphis and Birmingham road, II
will be equivalentto direct connection
with Memphis. Should it be thought
best to use the charter OF the Alabama
and Mississippi Railroad Company for
the arm rather than that OF the Kansas
City, Memphis and Birmingham char.
ter, it can be done. This charter will
be found 10 the Acts OF Missis-
sippi for 1882, on pages S63 to
S74, and is really far more lib
eral than the charters subsequently
granted. OF the incoIporators named
IN the charter for the Alabama and
Mississippi Railroad Company ara
Napoleon Hill and VIM. NJ. Forrest, Of
Memphis. West Point and Clay
county will subscribe literally to the
building OF this road. What will the
X. c., NJ. & B. people do? and what
encouragement will Memphis give to
the enterprise?
This section has long desired direct
railroad connection with Memphis,
and West Point stands ready to do
her part TO secure such a connection.
The proposed arm would secure the
trade OF large and prosperous coun-
try that has never been able TO trade
with Memphis tor the want of such a
connection. ENTERPRISE.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
Tnnk IL EnsY.

New YoBK, August IAN Albany
dispatch was shown today to Commits
sioner OF Public Works Squire an
nouncing his removal from Office. He
eeemed to'be calm and uuconcerned
and affected not to believe it. He
said he had not received an official
notice. According to the consolida-
ton act the Deputy Commissioner, Mr.
Smith, will tako charge OF the Office az
soon as official notice ia received. The
city officials are surprised at the
prompt action OF the Governor.
Comptroller Loewdenied today that he
had, ever advised Squire az to his &C.
ton in the controversy with Flynn.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
A H.aIthy BODY ana a clear Head.

Iflndlgosti0n, constipation ana blH0usness
torment the body, the head cannot be clear.
These disorders react upon the brain most
organ Of thought not experienced by n
healthy man, Happily these brain Cypress.
ing maladies may he entirely dispelled by
that peerless alternative, Hostetter's Stomach
Bittets, which cheers. retreshes and invigo-
rates the brain and nerves, while u regulates
the organs of digestion, assimilation and
bilious secretion. II expels the morbid hui
mors which poison the system through the
bowels and urinary passages, and exerts a
powerful invigOrating influence as we'll. Its
cathartic action Is never irritating, violent
or painful, but even, natural and progress
sive. As an appetizer and sleep promoter,
the Bitters ia unrivaled; il mitlgates the in
frmities of ago, relieves the ailments peou-
cay, and builds up nm enfeebled physique.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
st. Agnes Female Academy,


THIS Institution is deliihtfully situated
l. in a retired and healthy part of the city
of Memphis, commanding the advantage Of
town and country. The entire surroundings
breathe an air of peaceful seclusion, which
ever exerts so powerful an influence over the
moral, physical and intellectual lite. The
course of study embraces the various
branches of solid and useful education.
In the regular English course, the pupils on
entering are ranked according to their pro-
fciency in 0rthography Gram IL ar andArith-
metic. Particular attention is given to Sa-
cred and Profane History. Rhetoric and
Composition. Latin and French enter into
the regular course. A portion of time is al
lowed to each pupil for Plain and 0rnamen-
tai Needlewofk, Shell. Flowers, etc. Terms,
per Session, payable half-yeaTly, invariably
in advance. For board and tuition in all
branches taught in the highest schools,
Plain Sewing, Marking, etc Bed, Bedding,
Stationery ard Washing, 500 and Sl25, ac-
coTding TO the age or class Of the pupil.
Special terms when several members OF the
sane family attend the school. No allow
ance is made for partial absence or with
drawal before the expiration of the te. m, ex-
ceptin cares of serious or protracted illness.
ExTRAs-German, italian, etc., each Sl2;
Music on Piano and use of instrument, $50:
Drawing and Water Colors, sl0 Oil Paint
ing, $40; Embroidery and Ornamental Work,
$40; Use of Library, 81; Vocal Music in class,
S.; Private Lessons, SIS. Board per month
during vacation. if spent at the Academy,
Washing, ETC., SIS. Medicine and physicians
fees will form extra charges Terms for day
pupils, g, q, IS or s. per month. For fur
Their particulars apply TO the .,,,rn,on
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
Thread From MIlk Weed.

Dry Goods Chronicle, August 2lst:
American iuquiSitiveness and ingenui-
ty united have produced thread made
from the blossom OF the common milk
weed, which has the consistency and
tenacity OF imported fax or linen
thread, and is produced at q much
less cost. The fiber is long, easily
carded, and may be readily adapted to
spinning upon an ordinary fax spin
ner. 1t has the smoothness and luster
Of silk, rendering it valuable for sew
ing machine use. The weed is com.
mon throughout this country, hut
grove proiusely at the South. The
material costs nothing for cultivation,
and the gathering is as oheaply done
as that OF cotton.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
Has Decided 10 swim the whirI-
pOOl.

PITTsDuRG, PA, August 25.-Ex-
Councilman George Chambers, of this
city, has decided TO swim the whirl.
pool at Niagara. He says he will
start next week and il nobody inter-
feree with him he will go through the
whirlpool without cork jacket, barrel
or anything else, depending on his
powers rs swimmer to carry him
through oil right. His belief is that
any man can accomplish the task II be
keeps cool and does not lose his head.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
HELENA, ARK.
PREPARLTIOssFOR THE GUBER.
NATORIAL SPEAKING TODAY.
Indignation Meetings Over the Recent
Action OF the Democratic Com.
mittee--NeWs Notes.
IsrrorLt 70 TEE APPrAL.I

HELENA. ARK. August 25.--Iufor-
nation was received here this even
ing that your correspondents Inform
ant concerning the death OF Mrs. L.
Z. Trotter, the lady who go uUfor-
tunately burned herself in the kettle
OF preserves, was in error as to her
death. The lady, though horribly
burned, is now recovering.
EXTENSIVE PREPARATIONS
have been made for the speaking of
the Gubernatorial candidates at this
place tomorrow. Gov. Hughes, the
Democratic nominee, Judge Gregg, the
Republican nominee, and Col. q. T..
Cunningham, the Wheel nominee,
will each address the natives, and
while they are doing 30 one faction Of
the Republicans OF Phillips county
will be holding a mass convention for
the purpose OF nominating full Re-
publican ticket. An immense con-
course Of people is expected in tho
city.
INDIGNATION MEETINGS
at the action OF the Executive Com
mittee are being held all over the
county, and formal protest will be filed
in the meantime. Those who were
likely to be effected favorably by the
compromise are now in q stew and
don't know which way TO turn.
MRS FRANK PLATT,
the estimable vile OF Mr.. Frank Platt,
died last night and wsSburied today.
BASEBALL.
An interesting game OF baseball was
played between the Greenvilles and
Helenas (Colored) at the fair grounds
today. The Helenss had a walk over,
the game being 10 to 10 in favor Of the
Helonas.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26

LOUISVILLE, KY, August 25.-The
Times this afternoon will announce
the resignation Of United States Mar
shall Gross. The reason for the resig-
nation is alleged differences between
Marshal Gross and Judge Barr, United
States District Judge. These differ
ences are not stated.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
Love for Truth.

"Just throw me half a dozen Of the
biggest Of those trout" said q citizen
} TO the fish dealer.
Throw them?" queried the dealer,
"Yes, and then Til 90 home and tell
my wife that / caught EN-. ] may be
q poor fisherman, but Pm no lar."
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
New YORK Cut1ers ON a strike.

NRw York, August 25.--The cutters
in the employ OF one Of the large cloth.
ing houses were called out today.
Cutters in the employ OF other large
firms are expected to be called out
during the day.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
EDUCATIONAL
Christian Brothers
College,
ESQ ADAMS ST, MEMPHIS.
STUDIES RESUMED
MONDAY, SEPT 6. 1885.
For Board. Tuition, etc, see catalogue, or
"'f BROTHER MAURELIAN. President.
Clara Conway Institute.
WILL REOPEN
Monday, October A, 1888.
Clara Conway Institute.
Enrolment Last Term, 322.

A SCHOOL for the development of yigor-
II Gus, thoughlu, noble ,womanhOod.
This result is reached by breadth and
thoroughness Of instruction and the awaken
ing of patient, earnest en- dcavor. A new
and commodious boarding department h
Just been completed.
The department of dress making and mil
linery is added for the FIRST time.
In the absence Of the Principal. who is in
furni,hed on application to Mrs. b. P. Nor
ton, 223 Adams street, or they will be found
at any of the city book stores.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
lady SUPERIOR.
HE STATE FEMALE COLLEGE

lie DIAIE TEMAIE CVLbLWE
w a healthful and delightful suburb, ac-
cessible by car lines to and from all parts of
city. instruction thorough, and according
to the most approved educational methods.
Superior and trained specialists in the va
rious Departments of Music, Art. Elocution,
Modern Languages, Science, Classics and +.
Primary Teaching.
For further particulars apply to
MISS M0LLIE Z. MARSHALL, Prin.,
Mamphis, Tam
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
For Sale

EGISTERED JERsRY BULL MYERS"
III No. 6Ol9-a fne breeder and an exceed
ingly handsome and we'll bred Bull.
SIRE-Champion of America, No. 1861.
DIN-Octibbeha Duchess ID, No. 1868, by
Aldine, 1876. Second Dam-0ctbbehR
duchess, 4422 az lbs. butter in days. by
Hub, 1909. Third Dam-Lucky Belle, 22l4.
son, No. IL.
MYERS has Sc per cent. blood Champion Of
America, sire 10 COWS in Il ID. list.
MYERS has Is per cent. blood Aldinei sire
COWS in II ID. list.
MYERS has l2115 per cent. blood Hub, sire 5
COWS In II ID. list.
MYERS has l2l% per cent. blood Lucky
Belle, dam cows in Il 10. list.
N'N " JOHN 0VERToN, il.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
Deshler Female Institute
MEDICAL DEFABTMENr
Tulane University Of Louisiana.

Formerly, 1S47-lSS4, the University of
louisiana
IT'S advantages for practical instruction in
i diseases of the Southwest are unrivaled,
as the law secures it superghundant materi-
ais from the great Charity Hospital with its
dents have NO hosp tal-fees to pay and spe-
cial instruction is daily given at the bedside
OF the sick, as in no other institution. For
catalogue or information, address
Prof. S. Il. CHAILLE, M. D., Dean,
p O. Drawer 26i. New Orleans, La.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
HnnIkinsYilIe High School.

HOpEKlmSVlIIe HIGH SCHOOLS
THE fourteenth scholastic year of this we'll
J. established, limited, select school for
boys and young men will begin MONDAY,
August 30, 1886. Instruction is given in a
full course Of English, Latin, Greek. Ger
man, Higher Mathematics and Book keeping.
Thorough teaching and strict discipline char
acterize the school.
Terms for Session Of 40 Weeks-Tuition.
$50; Tuition and Board, S225. Boarding pu-
pills are required to board in the family Of the
Principal. For further information address
i O FER REFILL. Hnnlrin villa. XIV.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
BELLEVUE HIGH SCHOOL,

The 2Ist Annual Session Opens Sep
TENDER Is, ISS6.
For catalogue or special information, APP
ply to Bellevue II. D., Va.
w II ARRRT Pr4uctDAI
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
SOMERVILLE INSTITUTE.

QUIZ LIVE bIHS ~ ~H
A CLASSICAL SCHOOL Of high grade for
"A Boys and Girls. English Course, Latin,
Greek, Music and Art thoroughly taught;
Book. keeping also. Boys fitted for college.
For catalogues address the Principal
R. +. CHEW, Somerville, Tenn.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
GEORGETOWN College, D. C.

TIE ACADEMIC AND SCIENTIFIC
SCHOOLS open September 8, 1886. Apply
TIE SCHOOL OF mSDICINE opens
Sept. 20, 1888. Apply TO Prot. J. ". II.
Washington, d. G.
THE SiHUOL OF LAW opens on the
First Wednesday in, October. Apply to
Saml. N. YsatWan, See'y. corner 9Th and
JAMES A. D00NAN, s, j., Pres't.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1886-08-26
PRIvATE COUNsELOR
CHEAPEST EXCURSION
EVER KNOWN,

ofcO rass, sent y Any sd,rss ,'eursy sssA ~ ~
erss hSara frOn 3 A. NJ psr.N. Suseaya, ee< r
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-02-10

The most interesting and lauRhabls
performance ever given in Pasadena viii
take place at Williams Hall, Thursday
evening, February llth, for the benefit
of the Congregational Church. Every
body who is troubled with shoriness Of
breath is warned to stay away, for 1t
will certainly take your breath, it is so
funny. Poor Pillicody, assisted by Ra-
,phaels Cherubs, will be on hand, and
you had better go early il you expect to
get a seat, as the price Of admission has
been fixed at so cents and no reserved
seats, s. p. JRwKrr.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-02-10
The President also sent the following
Telegram to Mrs. Hancock

EXECUTIVE MANSION,
WASHINGTON, February 9, 1886.
afys w 8. Haacock, Governors Island.
Accept my heartfelt sympathy and
aoadolence in your terrible bereavement.
The heroism and worth Of your late
husband have gathered to your side in
this hour of your ailliction nation Of
mourners.
lSigned) GROVER CLEVELAND.
Immediately on receipt of the intelli-
gence Of the death Of General Hancock
the flag on the War Department build
| ing was placed at half mast, by order Of
the Secretary Of War, and arrangements
were made for the PRONUNCIATION OF a
general order formally announcing his
death to the army, which will be issued
tomorrow. The Secretary Of War
recalled invitations he had is
sued for reception to officers of
the army, navy and marine corps for
this evening.
FUNERAL TO BE PRIVATE.
New York, February $50 far as
could be learned no definite arrange
ments for the funeral have been agreed
upon up to late hour tonight. 1t was
stated by one Of the staff officers that
Mrs. Hancock had expressed herself at
being opposed to military funeral, and
that it was her desire that the funeral
arrangements be as simple and unosten-
tatious as possible. He also said
that Mrs. Hancock is opposed to
having the body embalmed and to its
lying in state. In conversation With
one Of the officers tonight that gentle
man stated that in all probability only
the immediate relatives and most init
mate friends would be invited to attend
the obsequies aud that only eight or ten
officers OF his immediate staff anil a
small detachment OF soldiers would ac-
company his remains to the grave.
now THE NEWS WAS RECEIVED.
Throughout this city to-nie hit wherever
people were grouped the fact Of Han
cocks death was the subject of com
ment, and its announcement where not
known challenged surprise. The death,
though occurring late, was announced IN
some OF the evening papers. and thus
the masses were made aware of the fact,
while at the clubs and hotels the tape
bore some meagre details that served as
a text for comment and "reminiscences.
The little steam cut er belonging to the
government and which plies between
the Battery Wall and Governors Island
was kept very busy during this even
ing.
General Fitz Hugh Lee telegraphed as
followsi
RICHMOND, Va.
To the Commanding Officer. All par.
ties and all clans in Virginia deplore the
death of General Hancock. The coun-
try mourns the loss of superb soldier
and noble citizen. personally grieve
that true friend has gone. Please let
me know when General Hancock will
be- buried. 1 desire. if possible, to at
tend the services. FITz- -HUGH LEE.
THE GENERALS ESTATE.
The Tribune says: General Hancocks
body will be taken to st. Louis for
burial, and there placed in the family
mausoleum, He does not leave large
estate. lie owned some property in and
about st. Louis, but little else. His
charities are said to have been constant.
and much greater than his income war
ranted. For some time General Han
cock has been debating "reminiscences Of
the war Of the rebellion to one Of his
aides, which are said to be Of great his
torical Importance.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-02-10

Manufactured only by the California Fig
own true laxative. This pleasant liquid
fruit remedy may be had OF Mr.. C. F.
Heinzeman. agent. Los Angeles. Sample
bottles free and large bottles at fifty cents
or one dollar. It's the most prompt, pleas
the system to act on the liver, kidneys, bow
els and stomach gently yet thoroughly; to
dispel headaches, colds and fevers; to cure
constipation, indigestion and kindred dis
eases
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-02-10

All Los Angeles should take in the
fair in Armory hall, given for the bene-
fit Of the Hebrew Ladies' Aid Society.
Lunch is served from II to 2 o'clock.
In the evening the hall is brilliantly
lighted, and there are many Of the
charming ladies of the city to entertain
visitors. The programme for tonight is
as follows:
I. Gallon ventre a terre. ..,..... Kowasky
Mrs. Lazarus and Miss Eda Kremer.
a Non Aver -, , r,
= Some Day '-''.s.'-'''' hfiss j. w. IA.
8. L'Argentine Miss Greta Cohn
4. When the Tide Comes In IIillard
Mrs. ii. .. Dean.
8. Valse the Concert. .Hur hoff
Prof. l.. Loeb, Musical Dir ctor.
The beautiful Boardman 4 Gray piano
used is pronounced by all musicians who
have played it, a very superior instru-
ment.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-02-10

1t has been demonstrated beyond the
possibility of a doubt that Abietene has
great medical properties, both as an ex-
teraal and internal remedy aud we claim
we have in Abietene Cough Basam,
Abietene Ointment, Fryerfs Abietene
and Abietene and Yerba Santa Cough
Candy, remedies that never fail. See
circular with each remedy. Sold by G.
f. Heinzoman.