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RACE NEWS.

Seventeen Afro-American students
at Yale university.
Geo. Godfrey. the pugilist went to
England May 21.
The boarders in a Wooster house
kicked on an Afro-American minister
aud the proprietor fired them.
The Richmond CVa) Planet has a
new outfit, including a 5000 press.
Congratulations, Friend Mitchell.
Three white men in White Caps at
teppted to enter an Afro-American's
cay in at Edgefield, s. c., and were rid
died with bullets.
John Kreger, of Nanticoke, aged 15'
was taken to the asylum on the 2lst. ,
suffering from all attack of violent in
sanity, caused by excessive cigarette
smoking.
The slave trade in East Africa is in
full operation. A large number of
slaves have been shipped from Lindi a
small port IN German territory. near
the Mezembua boundary line.
Prof. S. Edwin Campbell, principal
of the West Virginia institute, intends
holding State Peabody institute con.
vention from July to 8. This is the
first in the history of the colored school
of West Virginia.
Hon John Boyd Hatcher, Worlds
Fair commissioner from New York
Statau Nv no sent in the name of Miss ].
g5ea ~ Howard war, tt9 5reREsSsntt t. our neeqa
some plain compliment or allusio
to the people and after they receiv
the party's nomination, they expec
tor the journals of their party t.
continue to keep them before tn
>eople. After they are electe
and placed in their comfortabl
and good paying Office, they neve
think of the paper until somethin,
is at the hands of their reader
again, and wherever they have pat
ronage and rewards to bestow. as
rule all other elements are compen
stated but the paper, as though a
} editor was any more duty boun'
to pay $40 or $50 per month for ad
vertisments of man for an offic
of profit than he is expected to ad
: ytise a merchants goods wit
} OF recognizing compensation. An
some of the narrow-minded politi
clans try to injure the circu
lation of the paper because the cd
itor does not continue booming hlr
or some friend at his own expense
The majority OF the people woul'
not vote if the papers did not urg'
it upon them. There is other mat
ter that editors could select tha
would be more acceptable to thei
readers than the political deeds O
some individual. AS a rule tn
politicians are ungrateful to thei
max ers.
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Hon Thos. s. Ridgway had talk with
Mckinley after the convention. The
great disciple of protection to American
wO1kmen, in speaking of the nomination
of Harrison and Reid, said to Mr.. Ridg-
way: sit was the best days work the
party ever done.u This is the general
opinion among Republicans the country
Over.-Shawneetown News,
Mr.. Ridgway had considerable
to do in causing Harrison's renom-
ination at the Minneapolis Conven-
ton, and the Republicans are proud
of their Egyptian Statesman.
The state capital., 1892-07-02
ALTON.
Editor State Capital

Dear Sir:--Please allow
me space in your paper to say that the A. NJ
E. Church is still alive and keeping abreast
with the times; through the indefatiguable
labors of our pastor, L. NJ Fenwick, the
church debt has been reduced to S175 The
trustee department is in fourishing con-
ton; there has been more Imoney. raised and
paid On the mortgage debt this year than has
been paid in the proceeding ten years. This is
due to proper management on the part of the
Pastor. Our Sunday School under the skille d
Superintendency of Mr. jeff Blair is progress
ing nicely.
The Second Baptist Church and School are
reported in prospering conditions. Both
churches are largely attended
James Derrick
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Richard Yates, the brilliant
young orator, and candidate for
Congressman-at-large, has returned
to his home from Michigan, where
he has been for his health. He is
now prepared to lay Black and
Hunter, the Demo cratic nominees
out in his first speech. Mr.. Yates
will arouse enthusiasm wherever
he goes, and besides make new
converts for the party.
The state capital., 1892-07-02

Benjamin Harrison, of Indiana,
has been weighed in the balances
and not found wanting. He has
been sifted as wheat and the only
product was the pure golden grain.
Even his political enemies recog-
nizing his integrity and patriotism,
willingly yield him their respect.
He will be elected in November
amid the acclaim of the people and
their appoval.
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CARBONDALE.

large attendance were called to order in
the Baptist church to witness the conyening of
the Sunday School convention held in this city
the 10, inclusive to the II. Rev. McCrarey of
Metropolis was elected president, A. Churcher,
OF Carbondale, secretary; the president pro-
ceeded to state the object of the convention
after which the delegates were introduced to
the conventiOn.--The names and programme
will appear next week. led.
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Republican State Ticket.

Republican State Ticket
For Governor,
JOSEPH w. FIFER.
For Lieut.. Governor,
LYMAN B. RAY.
For Secretary of State,
ISAAC N. PEARSON.
For Auditor Public Accounts,
CHARLES W. PAVEY.
For Attorney-General,
GEORGE W. PRINCE,
For State Treasurer,
HENRY l.. HERTZ.
Y For Congressmen-at-La
GEORGE S. WILLETs, RICHARD YATES.
For Trustees University of Illinois
Scion Phabrick, Emery Cobb,
Robert B. Stinson.
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sta6d and dIsSGss af5}iHFhd dcF'ts FBSs|| S'|f|
firesides. He is sure to ba> re-elect
ed by an increased Majority

While Bill Scott of Cairo has
never held any political position in
his life, and aside from his politi-
cal views, he has more friends
among the colored people than any
other colored man in Southern Ill
inois.
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,etno relief. I then decided to try SSSxs55
4 few bottles of this wonderful S@S&s&

lows will carry an excursion to Havana on the
Is they are preparing for big days-Johnnie
Brown formerly of Springfield, has been
under the weather for a few days.
The Dry Goods Firm of Bergner
Potter & Co., is the cheapest and
most reliable house in Peoria, and
should receive the patronage of
every colored person in that city.
The state capital., 1892-07-02

When going to Cairo stop at the
Wilkerson Hotel, 1872 Commercial
Ave.
When arriving in Chicago, be
sure and stop at the Keystone Ho-
tel, 1922 State ST., run by colored
men. You can receive hotel accom-
modations at this house ior 81, per
day.
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Entered at the Postoffice in Springfield
Illinois. as Second Glass Matter.

To Correspond All
communications must be in the office
by Wednesday noon to assure publica-
tion Arriving any later they will
be left over for the next week.
The state capital., 1892-07-02

The Republican party never had
stronger platform than in tnis
year of grace.
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The next campaign liar is abroad
in the land.
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Fifer is a sure winner.

Vote the Republican ticket and
be happy.
The state capital., 1892-07-02

Judging from the way he "got
there" Harrison's name should be
"EH.".
The state capital., 1892-07-02

The next Attorney General for
Illinois will be "Prince."
The state capital., 1892-07-02

For President of the United State s
BENJAMIN HARRISON.
For Vice-President,
WHITELAW REID.
The state capital., 1892-07-02

The democrates have read the
hand writing on the political wall,
but are whistling to keep up their
courage.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
The JUSTICE VERY PROUD.
lie Speaks OF the Orderly Observance of
Christmas in Richmond.

Just before the announcement, Court
is over" was made bY Sergeant Thomas at
the Police Court yesterday morning, JUS
flee Crutchfe!d drew long sigh, and then
made the following little speech:
- wish to say 10 YOU all (and TO the
gentlemen Of the press especially that
congratulate the people of Richmond upon
the order they have maintained IN the OBJ
seryance OF Christmas. The good be-
hayior this year has eXcelled that of any
Christmas / can remember. OF course q
great many of the boys have gotten drunk
Ibaving lust disposed of about forty cases
for intoxcation), but there has not been a
single criminal charge heard by me
wherein the cause OF the offence was hila-
robustness of the occasion. This is most
remarkable fact"
Court then adjourned and the Justice
was besaiged by u score of fellows who
would pay their fines If they were only
released" but the smooth-taced ex-
FOUNDER of equity recognized only the
entering shekels.
The docket was very big one. and the
courtroom was crowded.
frank George alas Ferguson (colored).
wa, charged with being drunk and with
violently resisting Policeman Foster, was
fined ~ and sent to the grand jury of the
Hastings Court.
Samuel Savage. j. II. Richardson, and
Looms Loney tal coloredj were charged
with being disOrderly and fighting IN the
bar.room of A. T.. Rose. Richardson and
Loney were fined IS each. Savage was
discharged.
James Patterson (colored) was fined $40
for pushing Catharlne johnson down, So
for beating Charles II. Hope, and sent to
Jail IN default of security on general prin-
ciples.
Tom Young (colored) was sent to the
grand jury of the Hastings Court on the
charge OF stealing S7.45 in money from
Robert Hinton. The testimony showed
tbat the accused broke into the room of
Hinton at night and committed the theft.
The warrant was changed so as to charge
burglary.
George f. Jones. Willie Tent and Mike
Sullivan were assessed e. so ana costs for
being drunk and Shaping Georgisna
Lewis.
J. +. McNlullen. charged with assaulting
Charles Jackson in the Richmond Theatre,
was discharged. Both men struck.
Isaac ID. Scott. an old fireman, WAS as
sessed $40 and costs for being disorderly
IN Engine House No. 6. and interfering
with NJ Weimer, driver of Truck No. g.
Andrew Davis (colored), charged with
feloniously breaking the store window of
;. l.. King with intent to commit robbery,
was sent 10 Jail for twelve months in de-
fault of $500 security tor his good be-
havior.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28

hardy street, s4,752; J. Thompson and Le-
ROY T. Brown and their wives TO Nj. H..
Field, IC feet on west side of Pine street
near China. and 40 feet on alley running
southwardly from Holly street between
Pine aud Laurel, 81 800; Philip Blenner and
wife TO Grace Il. Arents. ~ feet on. west
side of Laurel street between Beverly, ana
Cumberland. S4.1l0; Jack :. Booker
trustees to Guarantee building. Loan and
Trust Company, IL feet ON south side OF
BOYD street between Harrison and Norton,
$3.50; n. A. Catln and wife 10 BroaddusO.
Carleton, 80 feet 90 west side OF Twenty.
sixth street near o, 500; Jemlma Ed
wards and others to J. J. Cullen, 3Oteet on
south side of high street near Church,
$3.50; J. B. Mosby 20 George 4. Banks, Is
feet on east side Of st. Paul street between
Coutts and Hill. $3.50.
Henrico. Lawson and Fountain Foursey
and their wives TO Annie Il. Hammi 10 feet
on north side Cedar street. S450; Edward
4. Gentry's trustees TO Thaddeus Robinson,
AZ feet on west eide Luke street, v6l.2O;
John w. Hughes and wife TO William Da-
Wis, ~ acres. $40; L.sburn Land Company
TO Charles Cans, so feet on south side hen;;
sington street between Roscneath road and
Gilinour avenue, IL 900.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28

DOCK AND JOB WORK NEATLY
~ O Ey;xIIS,ccgTRDAT Ta1 DisPAToR PAINT
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
DIDN'T NEED OUR FIREMEN.
The Engine That Went To Petersburg
ConIdn't Have Been Operated.

Mr. John II. Frischkorn, president OF the
Board Of Fire Commissioners, Chief Fuller:
Superintendent Thompson, and others. OF
the Fro Department, VINO went over to
Petersburg with engine No. ; IN response
returned 10 Richmond about $3.50 o'clock
Yesterday morning by the same special
train which carried them over to the Cock
ade City.
The fires IN Petersburg were gotten un;
der control sooner than was expected and
there was no need of assistance from the
Richmond engine. Even If aid had been
needed it could not have been given, be-
cause the hose 10 the Richmond steamer
could not be adjusted to thu. petersburg
nluo being fully q quarter of an inch too
LARGE. The firemen from the city by the
James were met by the Council of the
Cockade City and were right royalty treated
by them.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28

WANTED, TWO DRIVERS FORMY
w CASH NEAL WAGONS. one route east
ard one west Of Fourteenth street Good wages.
GEORGE I. KING.
de 29-lt 340O Williamsburg avenue.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
HEAVY W-ST0RM.
NORTH CAROLINA COVERED WITH
THE FLEeCY MANTLE.
An Average Depth of sixteen Inches aud
.Drifts Of Ten Feet-Governor Holt Pr'-
pairing His Annual Message.
,corro.nooaonc.o Of The RIchmond Dispatch. ]

tcorrespondcnce Of the Richmond DiSpatch.l
RAIgioh. N. c., December 17.-The
heaviest snow-storm in q number OF years
prevailed here to-day. II began lust after
midnight and by IL O'clock was about eight
inches on q level. In drifts in many places
tho depth was two feet or more. For sew
eral days snow had been expected and
most people were in n measure prepared
for II. The weather has been cold for six
DAYS. IL was the coolest Christmas in
eight yearss
Inc holidays are passing off pleasantly
here. There have been no accidents and
no disord ers here. There was no business
yesterday. The snow to-day put an equal
stop TO II also. The holiday trade was GER
tainly better than in some years past.
NO sNow-PLOws.
The street-cars were not able to run TO-
dav until nearly noon, as the tracks had
to be cleared. There are no snow-plows
here, where deep SHOWS are, OF course IN
frequent. 80.
The snow-storm did not cease until 7
O'Clock this evening, by which time SIX
teen inches had fallen. The wind during
the entire storm blew steadily from the
northeast. The unusual sight of snow
Trains on the Seaboard Airline are using
them. The temperature during the day
has not been higher than 20 degrees. Inc
electric. cars were unable 10 run. the at
tempt having failed.
WHAT He MAY RECOMMEND.
Your correspondent this morning PAID
his respects to Governor Holt at the eX-
ecutIve Office. The Governor said he IN
tended to apply himself during the re.
mainder of the week to the completion OF
his message TO the Legislature and by
next Saturday night would have IL nm
jshed. He did not intend that 1t should
be lengthy. but the many new subjects 10
be discussed compelled HIM to make IL
long. The Governor will urge the Legs;
lature most earnestly 10 do its best toward
securing the building of the Nicaragua
canal, which he asserts Is the grandest en-
terprise of the century so far as the develop
ment Of southern trade, particularly IN
cotton, Is concerned.
THE OYSTER LAW.
The Governor to-day received long
report from Chief er-Commlssloner W:
II. Lucas. The latter makes q number OF
recommendations in regard TO the enforce
ment of the law. There appears to be
disposition to have q strict culllng law.
John {. German, who from 1871 TO 1877
was Acknowledgement of North Carolina
died mt Washington, ID. c., last night. lie
was a native of Raleigh and by trade
printer, and was widely known.
Lynn Adams. who for many years was
prominent merchant here, fell dead IN his
house to-day. Heart-disease was the cause.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
IhE SNOW Al WELDON
Said to BE the Heaviest Storm in Fifteen
Years-Jake Torane Dead.
lCorrespondence OF the Richmond DIspatch.l

tCOrrespondence OF INC hIclmunu UIsDaVCn'I
WELDON, N. c., December 27.-The snow,
1.-THE beautiful snow" IS here 10 the depth
of twelve inches. 1t is said to be the
heaviest snow-storm in this section for
fifteen wears.
Jake Torane, the negro who was shot
here Yesterday by John ID. Shaw, a white
man. the full particulars of which appear
ed in to-day's DISPATCH, died of MS IN
juries this morning about u o'clock. To-
rane was fireman in the shifting-yard Of
the Coast-Line here and was a steady and
reliable hand. The unfortunate affair Is
much regretted by every one here.
Ned Walker, a colored employee of the
Western Union Telegraph Company at this
place, was accidentally shot and painfully
wounded while being shaved in a barber
shop at Wilson yesterday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
NEGRO AND LOADED GUN.
Resignation of the Rev. Mr.. Tuttle-A
wealthy CONGREGATION.
[Correspondence 81 M Richmond Dlspatch.I

Correspondence Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
WINDSOR, n. c.. December ga young
man named Joe Measles came to town Sat
urday and bought a cheap gun, filled II
about half-full of powder and shot. and
attempted to shoot small tree down. The
gun barrel burst about six inches from
the breech. and piece of II struck
him on the arm and cut of nearly all OF
the flesh between his elbow and shoulder.
Joe had been drinking.
The Baptist church in this place is now
without pastor. The Rev. Mr. futile.
who received and accepted the call some
time ago, has since then rendered his re-
slgnation. The Baptist church has over
COO members. and their aggregate wealth
is more than S50O.0C0, and if proper efforts
were made it seems that they might be
able to secure pastor.
FRIDAY. Saturday. and yesterday were
the coolest days that have been known IN
ten years. The Cashle river is frozen over
TO the depth of two inches.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
THE RICHMOND DISPATCH WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 49, 1892

| ing. but managed to drag himself out Of
bed and throw the importunate McAllister
down two flights Of stairs. And what do
you think ," queried Sullivan. "Igot the
worst end of IL at that"
At that point young man came up and
tapped Sullivan on the shoulder, and said {;
"Your carriage is ready"
'Who are you 2" growlee John.
"0h. I'm down at the theatre" explained
the young fellow.
well. get down there and stay there"
was the response. You come fooling
around me and I'll break sour teeth
The young man did not tarry. Sullivan
was finally induced to get. into a carriage
and was driven TO the theatre. whers he
got through his part Of Captain HarcOurt
in The Man from Boston fairly well.
The result of long talk with Sullivan
showed that if he had made any charges
against his hackers he was not responsible
for his talk.
After to-night's show Sullivan will be q
star attraction at the ball of Court Har-
mons, A. o. f., TO be held at the Lexing-
ton Opera-House
CoRBETT PROMISES TO KNOCK SULLIVAN OUT IN
f. FOUR ROUNDS.
A telegram from Syracuse says Jim Cor
bett and company is playing here. When
asked tonight what he had TO say regard
ing Sullivan's talk, he replied:
Up to now I have had nothing but
pleasant words for Sullivan, but the way
he goes around furnishing sniveling inter-
views makes me tired. lie is acting the
part OF n loafer and baby. When cham
pion he was always saying that some other
fellow was fighting with his mouth. Now
he is in the same business.
II 1e has an idea he can lick me. now
is the time TO say so. | will fight him
next October. when the theatrical engage
ments are over. for $4,000 a side. and will
promise to do him IN four rounds. II he
il unable to got hackers we will have 1t
ont for the purse. / propose to convince
HIM that he is no longer the champion.
IL he really wants TO fight. let HIM say. 50
at once; otherwise he should keep his
mouth shut and remain in the background
where he belongs"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28

The Misses Davis, of Chestnut Hill,
rendered q reception 10 their friends Mon
day night. The parlors were Handsomely
decorated with plants and evergreens and
lighted with pink and yellow-shaded
lamps. Among those present were Misses
Lula and Gertie Hart. Ora Cersley. Helen
Xix. Mamie. Ruth, aud Margie Profhtt,
Maud Mercer. Alma Apperson. Drucle
DAVIS. Lille Savage, Gertle DAVIS, Haiiie
Messrs. Brearaton, RitchIe. Johnson,
Graves. Carter, Whittet, Tredway, Flour
nov, Suggs. Walters, Christian, Gllls,
Moody. Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Fitzgerald,
Mr.. and Mrs. Wyatt Goode, Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Davis, Mr.. and Mrs. William Davis.
Mrs. Wilburn Mrs. Hart, and Mrs. Prot
fit Sunper was served at late hour.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
Death of Ruby ID.

Aletter received from Mr.. Charles Tucker,
the noted breeder and trainer OF English
settlers. written to friend in Richmond
conveys the intelligence of the death of
Mr. =. Lorillsrd, Jr.'s.. English setter,
Ruby d., which occurred at Staunton
Depot. Tenn. Ruby d. was the dam of the
famous trio of field-trial setters-Lora,
Miss Ruby, and Sam X. Gladstone. She
was bred by Mr.. Ad. Dill, of this city. Her
dam was Trinket and her sire was Dashlng
Rover. In his letter Mr.. Tucker says:
she was certainly the greatest brood set
ter in America
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
A smali Alignment Yesterday.

A deed Of assignment was admitted to re-
cord IN the Clerks office of the Chancery
Court yesterday transferring TO w. w.
Cosby, Jr.. trustee. the stock and store-fix-
lures of A. MoricoIni. confectioner. at No.
62l west Main street. After paying the
expenses of the trust and $50 to l.. o.
Wendenburg the residue Of the proceeds
pro rata; A. Girolami, $3.50: K. Orsi,
SiOS:75; Taylor d Boiling Company. 800.
The liabilities are about 81 900. The assets
are not known
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
Catholic Knights of America.

Inc following officers have been elected
py Branch No. l62. Catholic Knights OF
Amerlca Rev. p. Donahoe. spiritual al
rector A. l.. Mssurier. president: NJ, Car.
inooy, yice-president; N. II. mccarthy
fnsc,rdlng secretary: Jarnes A. Nolan
nnsheisl secretary n. ). sheryin. trea'
s - S Richard hheshsy. r. ]. Pareter snd
=; Duike' trustees JDhE BAQley, sergeant.
A'-arms; Al. Sullysa, ssntinsl.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
DESTROYED HIS WILL.
He Despaired of Making an Instrument
That Would "Stand the Law"
[By telegraph to the pispatch.

HogNELLsvILLR, n. Y, December 81
When the supposed will of Joseph Church,
of Allegheny, who died few days ago
the following III his own handwriting,
was found:
Il have destroyed my will. If a man
like A. w. Miner cannot make will that
will stand the law, don't propose to try
it and have my heirs quarrelling over Its
provisions"
The will of Miner, one of the weslthiest
and most careful businessmen OF Western
New York, was the su oject of a weeks
contest in the Allegheny County Court.
Church left wife, but no children.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
GARRIsON-DAyIs.
Hanged Himself with His suspenders.
rnu tnIor.-n III 10 thn nIanntnh 1

BANGoB, Me-, December IA. j. Bray
ant, whose home is in Packvile. S. c., and
who Is under arrest for drunkenness here,
hanged himself with his suspenders to his
cell-door in the pollce-statIon yesterday,
but was discovered and cut down before
he had strangled to death. He stated
afterwards that he left South Carolina 10
escape arrest for killing negro, and let
tiers were found in his pocket which showed
that the State mad offered a reward for his
arrest. He was sent 10 jail.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28

WANTED. A COOK THOROUGH
w LY competent. Also GIRL for general
homework. Apply, with references. az o26h
west Grace street. dc Is W&F-9t'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-12-28
Only Pour DnYs of Grace.

About s155,0O0 Of old Virginia securities.
exclusive Of those in the 0lcott pool. have
been deposited with the Board OF Sinking
FUND Commissioners for funding into new
bonds. Only four days remain in which
holders OF old bonds can come in and take
advantage OF the law. The sentiment is
regarded as so satisfactory that it is
Thought the Legislature will have very lit
tie disposition 10 relieve those who do not
deposit their bonds within the next four