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The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
GRAHAM COUNTY VoTE.

O4hAhAAA SOONA1 NOIEs
The following is the vote cast in Gra-
ham county:
Congress Johnston 319,. Jones 46,
Malone 5.
Solicitor Ferguson dem. 18s, Moody
rep. 16S.
Senate Elias d, 1876, Anderson md
dem. SO, Trull rep. 10Y.
Mr.. Joel Crisp, rep, is elected over Mr..
N. q: Phillips, dem., to the legislature by
majority of so.
The vote for Congress in Mcdowell
county, Maj. Malone's old home, was,
Johnston 9l2, Jones, rep, 416, Malone,
ind. rep. dem, I33. Majority for Johns
ton over all 364.
Mr.. Jones, dem., carried some town.
ships in 1885, in order named, Al, 100,
10S, 231, rs, 50, So, II, $50, l27, 101, 112,
42,-total 1858.
Mr.. Freeman, republican, received in
some townships, in 1884, in same order
as above, 55, 66, 126, 234, 139, n, los, 80,
622, ia, ia, 185, 164, 46,-total 2015.
Total vote cast for representatives in
lS84--462S.
Total vote cast, for Pearson, rep, and
Jones, DEM, 1886-4447.
There are, in round numbers, 5000
Democrats in this county, and 2400 Re-
publicans. Messrs. Pearson and Wells
received the full republican vote and
about 400 democrats. Mr.. Jones and Mr..
Gudger lacked about 1900 of receiving
the full democratic vote; and taking off
the 400 democrats who voted for Messrs.
Pearson and Wells, leaves at least one
thousand democratic voters who did not
vote at all.
One thing our friends may rest assur-
ed of, and that is that Buncombe is safe.
ly democratic. Mr.. Pearson, with the
next race for Congress in his mind, and
rely 2g on the agencies which served
him go well in the late canvass, can go
over to the enemy, bag and baggage, and
assume control of that party, but he can
not carry with him the honest democr-
acy of the county. With all of his
nefarious agencies, his treachery to the
party to which he professed allegiance,
and with all the local irritation over
other matters he could only carry about
400 democrats on Tuesday, and most OF
these will fall into line at next election,
and resume their place in the ranks OF
their friends. If Mr.. Pearson thinks he
can carry even third of his late DEM
ocratic supporters within him over to
the enemy he will most previously be
kAA6U6AOAs
The VoTE OF 1884 AND 1886.
The order for our readers to compare
the votes of 1884 and 1886, for legislature
we take the two highest then, and two
highest now, by townships, in Buncombe
For Mr.. Pearson, 1884, dem.. Avery's
Creek 78, Lower Hominy l47, Upper
Hominy 168, Leicester 258, Sandy Mush
11S, Limestone 76, Fair View 96, Swan
183, Flat Creek 125, Ivy 185, Black
Mountain 93,-total 3613
Mr.. Pearson. rep, carried same town.
ships in 1886, in the same order, as fol-
lows: 8S, SO, 2O8, 1876, 137, l21, 12S, 159
$50, 185, 161, 215, 138,-total 2789.
Gen1 Jones, dem., carried the same
townships in the some order named, II
1884, 70, 14S, 172, 257, III, "a, 9S, 100
800, 179, 128, 181, 95,-total 2577.
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TIEE RA1rMoRE AND ONO RoAp.

THR BALTIMORE AND OHIO hoAD.
This is topic that never loses its in
terest; and that interest grows as the
movement for the extension Of the Bal
ltimore and Ohio Road to some Southern
point is supposed to be taking definite
shape. It is conceded that this is the
fact, and that President Garrett, in ad
tdition to the vast resources Of his own
corporation, has secured in England a
loan ample enough to cover the widest
expeditures of construction for any length
/ of line proposed or for any route adopt
ed. It is conceded that Birntingham,
Ala, is the present objective nctnt, With
Pensacola as an ultimate ter s. And
to reach Birmingham, the great seat of
the Southern iron interest. tits necessary,
to pass by Cranberry in. North Carolina
to obtain the use of the peculiar ores Of
that section which are indispensable for
the perfect utilization of the Birming
ham ores. Reaching Cranberry the on
ward course of the line is to be deter
mined mainly by the exertions of those
who take interest in tie subject. We
hear it is proposed to como to the mouth
of Big Ivy in Madison county, perhaps
with view of following down the course
of the French Broad into the valley of
Tennessee. But that course is inadmissi-
BILE from Paint Rock, downward. From
that point both of the banks of the river
are occupied, one by the Morristown
branch of the E. T. Va. and Ga. Road;
the other by the French Broad line.
There is no other passway in that direc-
ton. From Ivy the proposed line must
come up the river. It must come by
Asheville if it come at all, thence up the
river. through Transatlantic across the
Blue Ridge, into South Carolina, or
along the Ridge through Jackson and
Macon to Rabun Gap, and thence down
into Georgia.
The certainty of the construction of
this road seems SO assured, and the pros
poets of its being brought this way 80
bright, that it becomes our citizens to
take immediate and active steps to secure
advantages which will add inestimably
to the importance and prosperity of
Asheville. A public meeting should be
called at once, and delegation appoint
ed to visit Baltimore and confer with
President Garrett, and make such re-
presentations of the feasibility of the
route we have suggested as will make the
impression it undoubtedly must do. No
argument ought to be needed to engage
the zeal of our own people; and argu-
ments in plenty can be presented to in
fuence the decision of Mr.. Garrett.
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The SPEAKING THURSDAY NIGHT.


We gave but little attention to
the meeting in the court house
Thursday evening, regarding it as
a meeting in which we could not
be expected to take any interest.
Messrs Pearson, Wells, and others
of the successful one expected to
return thanks for their election, and
the Lord knows we had no right to
claim or expect any of their thanks.
There was an interlude, however,
which was not down on the regular
bills, but which we would have de-
lighted to have heard. After Mes
srs Pearson, Wells, and others had
"thanked" the crowd for
their election. Hon. j. H.
Merrimon being observed was
loudly called for. and, as is his usu-
al won't, never willing to disregard
the wishes of his friends, he ascend
ed the stand and proceeded to de-
liver one of the most eloquent and
effective speeches of his lite. He
recognized the fact that recognized
the fact that republicans had a right
to rejoice over the result in Bun
combe, but asked what could cemo-
Gratis rejoice over? those democrats
who aided the republicans by their
services and their votes, and those
who aided by remaining away from
the polls. We cannot undertake to
give report of Mr.. Merrimon's
speech, but those who know him,
and noting the above suggestive en-
quiries, can well imagine the char
acter of the speech he delivered. His
remarks caused many a blush of
shame. even heart burnings, on the
past of those who proved recreant
to duty and contributed, one way or
another to the defeat of the party in
Buncombe. His Condemnation of
these was as from one Inspired, and
| its effect and impression was terrific
The democracy, however. we are
sure, will be true to itself, it has al
lowed itself to be misled, but it viii
soon realize its missteps and mis-
takes, and ere another calls to duty
will be all solid and more determ.
ined than evar.
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The campaign just passed was
peculiar. It did not rise to the dig
nifty of politics. 1t did not tak a
any general ISSUE It frittered itself
away on personalities or local dis
agreements. 1t is no wonder con-
gressmen were defeated still less
wonder that the judicial ticket nay
have been forgotten.
Advice from Charleston yester-
day afternoon subsequent to the
earthquake shock here say that the
shock was felt there quite sharply,
butthere was no damage done worth
mention. This is a great relief to
the many here interested in Char
lesion.
Up to late hour last night we
had lot learned the definite result
of the election for the Legislature.
The republican gain is very consid>
cradle, but not enough, I'VE think, to
gain control of the House; certainly
not of the Senate.
1t may interest our readers to be
reminded who the Republican can
dicates for the Supreme court were.
They were Buxton for Chief. Justice,
and Lusk and Faircloth as Associ-
ate Justices.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
THAT PossuM SUPPER.

THAT PossuM SUPPER.
Friend Turner appreeiating the
hard services of the CITIZEN corps
in the campaign, and with an eye
to console them in their disappoint-
ment, spread before them on Thurs
day night an old fashioned possum
supper, served In such style as only
that renowned chez, Fillmore Erwin,
is master of. Such a fine fat pos
sum, SO nicely done to a tuner, SO
well seasoned, so well hanked with
its sweet potatoes and corn bread
such genuine possnm supper, was
never more highly enjoyed
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
AsuEYILLE sOCIETIEs.

esssse c0nmaAdsEy No. 81. A. Porter Eminent
commander; Jordan Stone, Secretary. Meets nrst
Eednesday night In each month.
A,hcrale C1apler, z; 4. AaG: H. Bell, ,9dsg11 ,H9ign
lriest; s. Hammershlag Secretary. Meets
be second Wednesday night in each month.
H. HerBon Loooe. No lis. A.. r A. NJ
H. q. Fagg Worshipf1l Master; Fred: 1. JacobE
e'.retary. Meets sthe first Friday night In eacn
s,nHa,ntnoa Lodge, X. Of b., No. s.--J "A
Boardman, Dictator; Jordan Stone, Secretary.
Meets the frst and third Monday nights In eacn
FFeacn Broad COs,nea, No. TO1, R. A.-Ellis
GeVy, Regent: Jordan Stone, Secretary. Meets
10 the hall Of the Knights Of Honor on the second
md 6nIIIth Monday nights in each month.
M Womdn's Missionary Society OF the M =.
church, South, meet in the church classroom OF on
shs First Friday Of every month at O'CLOCK 7. "a.
me Beas1ty oftae West Lodge No. 40, r. a.
A.Y. M. Meets on the first and third Monday
nights in each month. James Latnmore,
Worshipful Master H. D. Brown, Secretary.
me AsheutHe Public Library, over Mr.. KEEP
er's Store, opposite Eagle Hotel, and next
dor to Tie Bank Of Asheville, Is open TO US
tors from 10 .. m. to Up. m. and from 4:SO 70
I.90 D. m,
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
Is our climate Changing?

We are inclinded to ask this question
by reason of our hearing SO many re-
ports from the country, this summer, of
diseases which have not heretofore pre-
vailed to such an extent as they are do
ing. From all quarters we hear of Diar-
rhp, Cholera Morbus and kindred Bow
el Complaints. We therefore warn our
readers that, if they would avoid serious
sickness, to shun all unripe fruit, use no
vegetables not fully matured, and, above
all, to be provided with a bottle of
Lytle's Elixir and bottle of DR.. Hart's
Relief. 50 that, if attacked with this dis
ease, you can cure yourself at once, for
in sickness of this kind delay is especi-
ally dangerous.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
THE vorE IN BuNooMBE.

The VoTE IN BUNeoMBE.
For Supreme Court Smith 1857.
Ashe 1881, Merrimen FS95; Buxton 2s90,
Albertson 1872 Lusk 1880. The Super
ior Court Judges received 1885 and 2s75
respectively for democrats and repub-
licans, except Hon. J. H Merrimon, dem.,
received 2o11, and Mr.. P. A. Cummings,
rep, received 1888.
The vote for Congress and Solicitor is
oa folIoyua hv townsh1ns.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

Why 60 about with that aching head Q
Try Ayers Pills. They will relieve the
stomach, restore the digestive organs TO
healthy action, remove the distinctions
that depress nerves and brain, and thus
cure your headache permanently. t27
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
THE BAnaA1N Cornrrn Ar LAWS.

Just started. on Il will be placed all
goods that for any reason will be sold at
half price. A splendid stock of fine Sill
yerware, Decorated China and Art Glass,
suitable for Christmas or Bridal Gifts; q
large stock Of Croekery, Cutlery, Glass
and Lamps and ct lower prices than
ever before at LAWS,
opposite Eagle Hotel
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Ladies' Dress Goods and Trimming,
superb stock, at Whitlock's.
Best stock Gents and Boys Under
wear-more new ones.iust i'll at
WHITLoCK's.
The Mascot Broip is the thing in the
way of oysters at Turner's.
Measures taken for d. Raymond & Co.
Fashionable NeaU York Idilors,. and a fl
guaranteed. Samples nOU ready for iYaspec-
ton. II. REDWOOD & co.
sept 2S-deod
Ladies' best grade Kid Gloves. Gen.
temeri, Fosters and Alexander's, and
cheaper grades, at WHT-Loox's.
Mems Kid, Dryskin, fine stock OF
heavy gloves, at WhitIock's.
FISH, AND, OYSTERS receiv-
ed Friday and Saturday at T. ]. Sum-
mer's City Market Call and get some
thing very nice.
Ladies' and mems best grade water
proof Rubber Garments,
at WHIrDocK's.
Oysters in the shell received at Turn
er's last night.
The "Mikado Fry" served at Tuners
Jasst Received. Stylish Clothing (includ-
ing Osercoats) and Derby Has IN DunIaps
YostmaSs's and MiIler's shapes; clso neu
styles IN Soft Hdts.
sp2sf II REDWOOD & GO. (
Mew Goods saOsO arriving By dl,nost ereys
s22-dp II. REDWOOD & co.
The only genuine st.tefoa and Dunlar
Hats; also large stock cheaper grade Of
Hats, at WHITLocK's.
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s-ssIEvILLE CnURCA DIRECTORY

Methodist Episcopal Church. Church 81.
Rev. W. W. Bays-Morning services II q. m;
ming services N p m; prayer meeting wed
sday evening IL p. m. iSS5bath 1sonooi
n. ou
Presbyterian Church---ChUrch 81.
~. J. P. Cannon Services II q. m.;51p.
prayer meeting FIVE p. m. Wednes-
Sabbath school hah-past q. m.
;scoDdl Church, TTinitv-coTner Church and
RilIot0 Sts.
Rev. Jarvis Buxton, D. D. Rev. Varday
dcBee, Assistant Rkctor.-Services Sunday,
II q. m, IS pm; Wednesdays, Fridays and
Holy Days, 10 q. m. Mondays, Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Saturdays, p. m. Friday, .
D. m. Sunday school $50 q. m.
Bdptist C7Gurct-cor7eT Woodfn and Spruce.
Rev. J. L. Carroll-Services IL q m; 7:SO
.. m; prayer meeting 7:S0 d. n. Wednesday;
Sabbath school 9a. m.
Roman Catholic Church.
Rev. John A. McHugh-Services every Sun
day at II O. m, hut the first Sunday OF the
month, when services will be held atthe Warm
Springs Sunday school at 10 q. m. at Ashe-
vile.
Doubleday Mission Church.
Rev W W Bays Pastor. Sabbath School, Il
Weaver Supt.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

THE Rev. Mr.. BAYS
Has been reassigned TO the pas
torate of the Methodist church in
this place, greatly to the satisfac-
ton OF this congregation and friends.
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4aND SENATORIAL DIS
TRICT.
KOpe Elias EIected.

A telegram receiyedf from Jarratt's
yesterday afternoon informs US that
Kope Elias is undoubtedly elected
over his competitors, Anderson, ind.
dem, and TruIl, rep.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

The best Salve in the world for cuts, bruises,
sores, ulcers, rheum, fever sores, tetter,
chapped hands. chilblains, corns, and all skin
required. It is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction, or money refunded. Price25 cts
per box. For sale by b. b. Lyons. daY
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
IN TRANsYLVANIA.

MIR. J. L. Bell is elected Clerk of
the Superior Court over his compet-
itor, Mr.. Duckworth, by a majority
of "a. Capt. Dever, DEM, is elected
by a majority of 81.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
FIowRR M1ssIocN NorIcE.

FLOWkK MISSION NOTICE.
Contributions of clothing still solicit
ed by the Ladies. Send garments to
Mr.. Aston's on Church street. Flannele
particularly needed. Acknowledgement
Of valuable donation by Mrs. Battle, is
here made. Merchants please remember
to- fill up orders for Flower Mission
applicants, except those bearing the
signature of some lady whose name is a
guarantee. By order Of President Mis-
sion Hospital.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
Liver PiIls.

Use DIR. Gum Liver Pills for SalIow com
plexion, Pimples on the Face and Bilious
ness. Never sickens or gripes. Only one fol
q dose. Samples free at h. h. Lyons.
dSW1W.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
At Public Auction
ON SATURDAY,
November 18th, at 12 u.

Before the Court House in Asheville, there will
be sold by NE, by direction of Col. J. Evans
Brown, the following desirable properties:
No. 1. One hundred and two and half ll0s1<)
acres rolling land at Arden, adjoining the Hotel
property, and known as the Jules Frady place u
Good cabin, stable and tobacco barn on the
premises; also small apple orchard.
This land is within mile of the railway
station.
No. 2. Twenty-six and half ESQ acres on
the railroad and Henderson Turnpike, one mile
North of Arden. Thirteen (lS) acres in fine grass
and thirteen acres good shade trees, with under.
growth grubbed out
A most beautiful place for a gentleman's coun.
try home, for which it is specially adapted.
No. 3. 22O acres on the A. & s. r. R.; about $50
acres cleared. Large house. barn, &c., on the
property: This was the residence of the late
MAJ. w. j. Brown.
No.4. 1000 acres on the North Fork of the
Swannanoa along the Turnpike TO Marion adjoin.
ing the lands of Allison and CurleW. This pro
perty is In timber and unimproved and is very
near the Black Mountain Hotel.
secured by mortgage.
Parties seeking good investment will do well
to attend the above sales.
Al. LYMAN.
nov6 d6t&W1W. Real Estate Broker.
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splendid stock Of best silk Alpaca and
Gjn0hapa Umbrellas.

r.
Splendid stock of best Silk Alpaca and
Gingham Umbrellas,
StyEssh heary Cashmere IN dark effects at
sec. to $l.00, Worth at least one.tostrth more,
Just receiUed.
2eeod 3. REDWOOD & co
Oysters @ aad g game N, , served in any style s.g
The '.yum yum stew ct Turner'S is
the latest thing.
See the new Library Lamps at Laws
and learn prices.
More new millinery to arrive first Of
week at Whitlock's.
Warranted Shoes from follouing makers.
ZiegEer Bros, j. a. Banister, Packard and
Grocer; Meyria5n and 7bler, and Morgan
Bros II. REDWOOD 4 co.
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COLORED CHURCHEs.

4. n E. Church (Zion)-CoHe0e 81.
Rev. Mr.. Sherman-SerYices IL q. M; p.
Baptist.
Rev. Mr.. Rumley-Services II q. m; p. M,
and hAf-past D. m: Sabbath school 1.30 I. m
Episcopal.
Rev. MIR. Massiah-Services II q. m; Sab
bath school D. m.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06
YANcEY COUNTY.

YANcEY COUNTY.
Mr.. M. w. Peterson, candidate
for Sheriff of Yancey county gives
US the following election notes:
Johnston 677, Malone Gil, Jones
Williams, rep, for the House,
leads Robinson 90.
Rowland, rep, for Sheriff, leads
Peterson 70.
Tom Ray, Rep, for clerk of the
Superior Court, leads w. NJ. Aston
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Mr.. LYMAN.

The popular land broker adyer,
tises some very valuable real estate
at Arden for sale, at auction This
property is very valuable. and par
ties wishing to invest should call on
Mr.. Lyman at his office in the court
house.
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POLK COUNTY

Malone's vote 40, Johnston's
416.
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HUNTERS, ATTENTION!
Bring your game to Turner's.
Highest cash prices paid for par
tridgls, squirrels, rabbits &c.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

dor RENT,
Iwill rent my residence on Patton and French
Broad Avenues, furnished to 1st April, 1886.
Seven rooms, kitchen and servants house. Good
stables, &c. Apply to {. E. GRAHAM,
or w. B. GWYN, Or r. l.. Graham. nov d2t
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

a special bargain an -Four IN Hand
Scdrfs at Soc
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MAYORS OFFICE

DR0Fosns FOR LAYING wzTKk MAINS.
MAYORS OFFICE,
AsHEvuLE, N. c., November 5, 's6,
Sealed proposals win be received at this once
Wenching and laying four to six miles cast-iron
Water pipe within the city limits setting special
inch, inch and ineh Speei6cafions and
further information may be had on application
ct this odice. Right rfserved to reject any or
all bids.
By order Of the board Of Al ldermen.
nov 4 d8b E T. ASTON NIavo1
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

NeaO styles in Scarts, Collars and CUFFS
Halt Hose, and Striped WoOI Shirts ana
DrGaUers.
cod III. REDWOOD & Gu.
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DAILY EDITION.
THE DAILY CITTZEN

Will be published every Morning lex.
,ept Monday at the following rates
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1886-11-06

Ladies' Dress Goods and Trimming,
superb stock, at Whitlock's,
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EWe invite attention to the ndver-
tisement of N. Plumadore, concerning
lands fol sale. If
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1886-12-17
Another Great Centennial.

1t is proposed to celebrate in a fit
ting manner the one hundredth ami.
versary of the adoption of the Consti-
tuition of the United States, which was
framed and attested by the Conven-
ton of Delegates that met in Phila-
delphia on the 14th of of May, 1877
There is some difference of opinion as
to what should be the date chosen for
the fctc of commemoration, and good
deal of confusion in the public mind
as to he time when the final act OF
union went into force. The Philadel-
phia Convention does not really mark
the effort to create an instrument
to supersede the old articles of cOnfed-
| Grafton. This effort was made in the
last year of the war Of the Revolution
by the Legislature of the State of New
York, but was without practical fruit
age until January, 1885, when the
Virginia House OF Delegates appointed
| commissioners to meet those of other
States to consider their relations with
one another in referance to trade and
finances. The result was the Annapo-
lis Convention, which assembled in
September, 1856, and remained in ses-
sion only three days. 1t adjourned
sine die because only five States were
represented, but it formally proposed
the holding Of another Convention on
the 14th of the following May in Phil
adelphia. Congress sanctioned this
recommendation.
The Constitutional Convention was
engaged Il little over four months in
its arduous labor and on the 17th of
September the members set their sig
natures to the finished work. But the
Constitution was not literally adopted
until it was ratified by the States, and
this is a slow process, extending over
ten months. The last act of ratitica-
ton was performed on the Goth of
July, 17SS, by the State Convention of
New York. Between that time and
the ensuing 4th of March, 1889, the
first national elestion was held. On
the last date Congress assembled for
the first time under the new Constitu-
ton. The absence of a quorum in
either house delayed for three or four
weeks the transaction of business, and
not until the 9th Of April were the
votes for the President and Vice Presi-
dent counted. General Washington
took his oath of Office on the 30th of
April and the new Government began
to move. The inaugural address of
the first President was delivered at the
old City Hall in Wall street, New
York, on the spot that is now adorned
by his statue.