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Year: 1875




WHAT is about to happe1f The Ishmael-
ite has again spoken well of the Attorney
General. What has Judge Pierrepont been
guilty of doing to secure praise from such
a source? There can be no two opinions
as to the wisdom contained in the cutting
irony of the Attorney Generals remark. or
that it should be needed by our people in
dfvidually and collectively. But why should
Dana praise itH Why should the Ishmaelite
see anything good emanate from member
of the Grant administration Wonders will
never cease. This is the second occasion
upon which the Sun has said decent word
of Judge Pierrepont, and, as it appears to
be q rule with that paper never to see any
thing to approve anywhere, the exceptions
are worthy of notice. 1t is not without ap-
prehension that some sinister design lies
back of it that we record the following from
the Sun of yesterday:


"Judge Pierrepont did judicious thing in
declining the proposed public dinner, but what
he said was even better. Our people'-this is
his language-'do not accept the inevitable,
but still insist that by some contriyanee they
can grow rich without economy, and continue
extrayagant without rRin.' Would that every
man and woman in the country could appro-
pirate the wisdom of this sentence and live up
TO it ftbey should do this business and in
dustry would at once revive and flourish as
they never flourished BEFORE"
Year: 1875

soon as he felt the destructive influence of
their presence, but here we have modern
object of divine anger, so obdurate and i'm
pervious in his nature that he has with
stood this CORNISH and blighting scourge
for two consecutive years without breath
ing peep of repentance. If the Western
Democracy is, fguratively speaking, this
man Pharaoh, as great many are inclined
to believe, why, in the name of million OF
destitute families, don't they turn over
new leaf, and ease up on their manifold
sinsH If they harden their necks much
longer in the face of this terrible wrath
and awful visitation, the Colorado beetle
will probably come over and reinforce the
grasshopper, and then there will be but
one alternative for the Western Democrats
they must either soften little or starve.
Year: 1875

1t had long been supposed by the
miners in the vicinity of Dubuque
that the richest mines were yet un-
discovered, for to all appearances
the quantities of galena grew larger
and denser from all sides as they
approached the river, opposite the
the city, and it was believed that a
large bed of mineral was under the
river, which lay beyond the reach
of man, or which the water had
swept away.


On account of this, mining was
carried on less extensively, and only
those who could find no other en-
ployment labored in the damp earth,
hoping to find enough to enable
them to drag out an existence.


The nerves of these veterans
were strengthened and strokes
uuickened when Bradford Lewis q
Co., struck cave that showed 500,-
900 pounds of rich galena. Miners
who had quit in despair revived
hope: new shafts were sunk and all
the activity that once characterized
Dubuque was alive again. On Feb.
9th the news spread rapidly that a
new discovery had been made at
this mine, and that its richness was
ten fold greater than the first
There was crevice at the head Of
the first cave, and


"a passage way had been worked
through this crevice the distance OF
twenty or thirty feet, and then the
miner came to "chimney,' which
led to chamber below. This
chimney" the opening of which is
barely large enough to permit a
man down its serpeptine-like course,
was through an almost solid wall OF
cube mineral. Following this down
about eighteen feet, the miner came
to another cave, and what sight
Year: 1875

met his gaze Great cubes and
blocks protruded from it walls, or
blocked the path, and the cave was
at least three times the size of the
first. Underneath the feet, inn
bedded in the tough, yellow clay,
were great solid masses Of mineral,
which the prod revealed, and the
practiced eye could safely estimate
at least million pounds of rich
galena in sight, knowing, to an al
most absolute certainty, that there
were at least two or three millions
of pounds more concealed in the
clay, anu what is more, the signs
are better now than iD the start for
another cave of even greater rich
ness than this. The chimney goes
further down, and crevice leads
north and south, and at the western
end of the cave is another opening,
similar to the one in the first cave,
which led to this, and by the thick
vein of lead, the miners know there
is more beyond"
Year: 1875

THE meetings in the Methodist
Church, conducted by Rev G. Bush
by, are every week increasing in
interest, and new conversions are
taking place each evening. There
is no telling how long the
meetings will continue, but they
will not end while this interest is
manifested.
Year: 1875

Gov. Irwin was inaugurated to-day, with the
usual ceremonies. In his inaugural he urged the
legislature to bring the influence of the State to
bear upon the general government to procure a
modification of the treaty with China, with a view
TO the restriction Of Chinese immigration. Also
that the State should demand return of the
country to specie payment at the earliest possible
moment.
Year: 1875

The Catholic Temperance Society Of Togus are
to have a grand time in Amusement Hall, this
evening. Rev. Mr.. Wissel, the new priest in this
city, intends to be present and address the society.
Year: 1875

Speaking of the soldiers monument in that city,
the Gardiner journal says as the plan was first
drawn, and as it was contracted for there were
each side quite blank space, on the base Of the
shaft, The Committee upon examining it more
fully, thought it would be much more beautiful ii
some emblematic designs should fill those places.
Accordingly Mr.. Clary, Secretary ofthe Hallowoll
Granite Company has prepared drawings for such
dcsious in bas relief One contains scroll Qabel-
ed Constitution with the bunch of rods and axe
of Justice another contains an anchor ana cannon
representing the Navy another a sword and mus
ket, surmounted by wreath Of oak, representing
the memory Of the soldiers of the army and
shield, spears and olive branch fill the other. The
designs are very fine, and beautifully appropriate
and the makers of the monument, are willing to
nut them on for the bare cost, which will be
about 500. Workmen are setting the base Of
the monument.
Year: 1875




II will be remembered that during the
two trials o. the Bessemer, which have
been made at sea out of the HumbeT5 il
was impossible to test the action Of the
saloon, which is the most characteristic
feature Of the ship, because the mechanism
for putting it into operation was not COM
pleted. Since the last trial Of the vessel,
however, this mechanism has been COM
pleted, and has been subject TO trial in The
Albert dock at Hull. 1t will be gratifying
to many persons to learn that it has been
found to answer most satisfactorily. OF
course the test could only be of a prelimi-
nary character, as the ship is lying in the
Hull wet dock, but in point Of fact this
test is in the opinion Of Mr.. Bessemer, AR.
Reed, and all the other professional gentle
men concerned, a more severe test than
any which will occur at sea, because while
at sea the object will merely be to prevent
the saloon from partaking Of the Oscillat-
ing motions of the ship; it was necessary
in the dOcl; in order to test the apparatus,
to put the saloon into more or less viOl2nt
motion within the ship, thus impsrting TO
it a momentum which at each reversal Of
the motion had to be destroyed, new mo
mentum in the opposite direction having
to be generated. However this may be it
is, no doubt so far satisfactory to learn that
the machinery which is intended to work
the Besse,ner saloon, has full command
over it, and that Mr.. Bessemer's remarka-
bic cOntrivance has, up to this point, af-
fOrded nothing but the most promising in
dicatiOns Of success. We understand that
in the course ofanother week the ship and
saloon will be completed in every respect
save that Of putting in place the pictures
and other decorative work Of the saloon.
For receiving these decorations, as well as
for the final painting Of the bottom, the
vessel will be brought to the Thames, and
in the course of two or three weeks. she
will be ready to proceed upon her service
between Dover and Calais, which will be
performed, it is expected, under the aus
pices of the London, Chatham and Dover
Railway Company. IL is probable that
before be lng sent upon the day service be-
tween England and France, a few exhibi-
ton trips will be made from Gravesend
for the convenience of the various Official
and other persons more or less connected
with the ship.
Year: 1875

NEW YORK, March 25.-Specials from
Remove, on the west branch Of the Susque-
hanna River, state that the ice gorge ex-
tends from there fourteen miles below, but
no danger TO that place is feared, as the ice
above is soft, while that below is heavy
and rests on the bottom Of the river. AT
Lockhaven, about seven miles below Re
noyo, an ice channel is being cut in the
hope of preventing damage to the town.
At WilliamspOTt over two hundred men
were at work yesterday, cutting channel
sixty feet wide, and other measures are be
ing taken to prevent damage by the back
water. At Milton, it is believed the river
is forming a new channel.
Year: 1875




Franklin Reviewsand journal.


Our Quarterly Court, IN April, will
be called upon to sustain and support
our free school system by liberal ia =.
We are opposed to a heavy tax for any
purpose, in the present distressed con
dition Of the county. At one time it
was certain that if the mixed school
feature had been fastened upon the
Civil Rights iniquity, the whole sys-
TEN of the State would have been swept
away with alacrity. Fortunately our
enemies IN the present bill struck out
this obnoxious feature, and the
schools are left as our State Constitu-
ton says they must be separate
and distinct. Besides this, the decision
Of Judge Emmons, at Memphis. points
very surely to the Supreme Court Of
1he United States, setting the whole
Infamous legislation aside. The court
then will have no reason to refuse to
levy a reasonable school tax. Wehave
made a very good beginning IN estab-
fishing a system Of free education: and
we urge upon our Quarterly Court to
aOurish and sustain it, until it shall
become an honor to the county and
State. A better day is dawning for Us.
We are about entering upon the most
glorious era IN our history, and we want
our countymen to be at the head Of the
On. .'Umn of progress. Again, We beg
the o, >urt to remember the children,
and Law n reasonable tax so that the
Ii+tIa faIIozvs can be educated.
Year: 1875

IT is impossible 10 estimate the damage
done to our county by the late rains. In
many instances farmers have had tC pHt up
mere stock-fencing until they could have
rails made in order TO enclose wheat fields
left exposed by the flood. Aud several,
who had just replaced fencing washed away
but few weeks since, have now the same
job 10 DO over again, or lose their wheat
Manchester Home Journal
Year: 1875

ZACH CHANDLER is growing very
Independent since the Legislature of
his own State repudiatedhim. He now
has the independence to declare there
is no Office within the gift Of the Pres
ident that he would accept.
Year: 1875

BOsTON, March pa meeting was held
tonight, of those interested in forming an
expedition to the Black Hills mines, and
proposed to fit out an expedition Of 800
men with military organization and protec-
ton, and start about the middle Of April.
Year: 1875

THE pneumatic mail system has been
opened for public use in the city Of Wen
ma. By this method letters and packages
not exceeding two ounces in weight can
be sent from one end Of the city TO the
other-a distance of about eight miles-in
something less than two seconds.
Year: 1875

There is one thing done against Roman
ism that cannot be charged upon the fools
and which is likely to spike all our Protest
ant guns unless it is Immediately stopped
We refer to the organization of a secre
political society to overthrow political Ro
manism. Such an order, we have reason Il
know, exists, and is being extended in sew
erael states--possibly in all. Only an evil t
good cause can come from such a society
Persons at its head may secure private ad
vantage, temporary successes may attend
the first years, but the reaction is sure tc
come, and Romanism is sure to gain b,
such an order. The settled policy Of thit
country is liberation of all eects. Keer
out Of this political secret society -7nt
Methodist.
Year: 1875

the Caban question arSas widely dissimi'
lar as are the political opinioss of parties
Mr.. Fish il oassive;he hslievss thatthere /
great DANCE Of precisis7tionin dirsoaacy,
especially where the causes are aggrayatine
and for that reason he is calm and delibe.
rate. The President is tricky, aud from
his message there is nothing more To- be
bargained for on the subject than that We
should be prepared to meet the issues Of
war with a well organized army and navy.
This means that we must be prepared 10
accept war whenever it shall offer. Judg-
ing by his determination to make the third
term,n matter at what hazari, war with
Cuba, as another tide for him to ride usop
to popularity as statesman and soldier,
may be sprung apon us at any time and
when we least expect it. g.


If Mr.. Fish has taken such sroag
grounds Of opposition to the President
upon the Cuba question, this is what has
brought out the Buckingham in the ad-
ministration camp. But We do not believe
that there is any more danger Of war
with Spain than there is with Europe, and
there is none for that, unless Grant should,
as we have said before, spring it upon us
by some designed action, to work in his
own personal interests for political gain.
The people would condemn it, and We are
glad to see that Congress are to take the
initiatory steps against ii, which is shown
by cutting down the regular army, which
is useless expense and menace Of war
that our amicable relations with foreign
powers does not warrant. .1 a ]


But if it does transpire, that the stories
circulated Of the Secretary are true, we
feel confident that it will be from the
causes We have named-widely dissimilar
views. '"t
Year: 1875

1t is difficult matter we are we'll aware


to keep city in that state Of order and


cleanliness which would give satisfaction


to all, but there are instances of careless


ness or willful neglect, we hardly know


which to call it, that is deserving Of Gen.


sure. If it is carelessness then there


should be measures taken by those in


authority to see. that the inconvenience


caused therefrom is redressed, and if it is


neglect then those who are guilty of the


neglect should be punished. Many of the


streets Of Wilmington are in condition


that reflects no credit whatever upon the


efficiency Of those who are their custodians.


They lack proper drainage and are cover
ed with mud several inches in thick
ness. Recently we have been in receipt of
several communications which complain
bitterly Of the apparent neglect of the city
in the matter Of keeping the streets in
proper condition, but owing to their length
have been compelled to refrain from pub
liskng them.


One of the streets complained of in
particular, is Delaware Avenue, which,
with the appliance Of the necessary ma
chinery, would be, in its present condition,
navigable for boats. Numerous petitions
have been presented to Council upon the
subject Of having it graded, but it appears
to have been time and paper wasted as far
as notice has been taken of them. This is
not the only instance that could be cited
where the aid of city legislation has been
sought to relieve these troubles, but they
are numerous, and all share the same dis
posal. Two cases have been brought to
our notice where repairs were ordered to
be made to certain streets, and fully year
the work was commenced In
cases OF this kind there must be willful
neglect upon the part Of the Street Com
missioner. If this is the notice that is to
be taken Of the demands of the people
then they are robbed Of all their sovereign.
ty Of right, and Council and the city Off
cials are in Office to cater 10 their own con-
veniences and pleasures.


But it is the right of every citizen as
taxpayer to make complaint where he
links the people are to be benefited, and
It is the right Of Council to take proper
action upon these complaints and the Of
icials whose duty it is TO attend to these
to do SO faithfully. That th.re
ire many of the streets Of Wilmington in
| neglected condition, all will admit, and
hat they should be attended at the earliest
opportunity is self-evident. We are
ware that the City Treasury is at present
n no condition to incur any additional
expense, but these matters which we dis
'uss now, are imperative and should re-
.eive that share Of notice which they
demand. The sooner the work is under.
aiken, the more easily will it be accom-
oished, and at smaller expense than if
delayed for some time. By all means
gentlemen Of power let the good work
commence.
Year: 1875

NEW YORK, Dec. N-Representative
Whitthorne, Chairman of thu Committee
on Naval Affairs is known to be in favor of
strengthening the Navy by all proper
means. His idea is to sell off all the old
and worthless war vessels, including iron
clads that are in state of chronic repair,
and building new class of iron.clads for
defense. He also favors the abolition of
several of our navy yards, concentrating the
work and stripping the management Of the
navy yards of every class of politics. He
favors the total abolition of the marine
corps, and a reduction of the army. he
will take an early opportunity to express bis
views on the naval questions before his
committee.
Year: 1875

TONIGHT at the solicitation of the pas
or ofthe African Union Church, the mem
Pers Of the City Council will betake them


elves from the Council chamber to the
Hall below where the ladies of the churcl
nd holding a fair. The object of the Wis
I is to discuss turkey and cranberry sauce
|osether with numerous other cuisine
|he-deueres-that will make up what
F known in connon parlance as first


lass feed" Council will hold a meeting
|arly in the evening and the dry debate:
i'll no doubt prove excellent appetizers,


nd when the aroma of the turkey gets too


.rong for the eager appetites an adjourn


tent will be made, the band will begin to


lay, and the animals walk around.
Year: 1875

ESPECIALLY ASSORTED FOR SCRAP
BOOK KILLUSTRATTONSA AND DRAW


ING CLASS COPIES.


A large collection of pictures of different
Lies and on almost every conceivable sub
ject have been put up in an attractive envel-
ope and are now offered at price intended to
make them popular in every sense.


Envelope No. l containing so beautiful en-
gravings) is now ready, and will be sent, post
age paid to any address for ONE DOLLAR.
A liberal discount to agents and teachers.
Year: 1875

DEMOCRATIC misrule in New York city
has become SO nearly unbearable that the
World calls for the organization of "a Vigi-
lance Committee. Republican misrule"
in the District of Columbia. of which
the World prates so much, presents q
strange contrast as regards the safety of
life and property with the condition of the
metropolis undertake control of the Democ-
racy. 1t is a notorious fact that when
murder or crime of any kind is committed
here the perpetrators rarely escape the
vigilance ofour police and detective officers,
while in New York it is the almost inva-
riable rule that criminals escape both detec-
ton and punishment. The World franti-
cally says:


''Security OF life and property in broad day
light, at least, is the first essential condition
of civilized society. If these are not to be OBJ
tained in New York without Vigilance Com
mittee, how long will It be before Vigilance
Committee goes to work in New York to OBJ
tain them? And what stands in the way of
obtaining them to-day in New York but a
worthless, cowardly, corrupt and in every
practical aspect contemplate organic alton of
the police force of New York"
Year: 1875

THE New York Tribune accidentally, in
its issue of yesterday, gives President
Grant credit for doing what the nation ex-
poets of him and what every honest man
credits him with DOING. e., his duty.
In an editorial paragraph commencing Sec
retary BrlstOw for his much-needed and
thorough reorganization of the Internal
"Revenue Bureau" the Tribune says:


'sWith Secretary backed by the President,
assisted by subordinates of his own choice, and
fully sustained by public opinion, the reform
ought to be as sweeping as the field is wide"
Year: 1875

tual End political advancement, and no con-
sis.ept friend, no well-wisher Of the race,
would place an obstacle in the way. For
them it is step forward and in the right
direction. The idea has in IL the sound
of progression, and such Q journal
would not only be guide to the colored
people. but, if ably and resolutely con-
Quoted, it would often impart useful in
formation to the whole country. Our col
ored friends, however, should not lose
s 'ght of the fact that alone they are power
less, except in here and there place at the
South. They will also remember that the
sword which executed the will of God in
making them free was placed in the hands
of the Republican party, and that the chains
which would make them again slaves are
still in the hands of the Democratic party.
and so long as these two facts remain un-
forgotten, so long will the colored people
of this country preserve and cultivate lib
erty and justice, and no longer. When
they find themselves descending in the
social scale, when they see curtailment of
their educational facilities, when they
mourn over an abridgement of their politi-
cal power, it will be because their memory
of the Shareholders rebellion is impaired
and because their reverence for the name
of the proto-martyr President is dead. We
hope and expect to see our colored friends
prosper. We have witnessed their eman-
cipation, and so far have watched their tri-
umphant march with the keenest salts
faction. When we consider what they
have accomplished in the first ten years OF
their freedom we are lost in wonder of the
vision of the heights they may scale during
the balance of this century. Their editors,
orators, statesmen, lawyers. physicians.
professors, ministers, singers, sculptors and
actors, their men Of business, position and
wealth, their schools and universities, are
proclaiming their present power and their
future possibilities
Year: 1875

THE New York Herald, the organ of
Loader and Price and of the Central Park
Wild Beasts, continues to lecture the Pres
ident regarding his duty as Chief Magis-
trate of the nation. Exactly why this
mouth piece of perjured witnesses and re-
taller OF weak sensations should trouble
itself with such affairs is mystery; but it
is to be supposed that the Intellectual De-
partment of that so-called great journal
needs occasional relaxation from its regu-
lar duty of boring the public with stupid
platitudes about ordinary political affairs.
Year: 1875

SAD RUMoRs are afloat in New York that
John Morrissey and John Kelley have ar
ranged their differences and are about to
become friends again. 1t was the hope of
respectable people that these two worthless
would continue their squabble until the end
of time, because, as the old adage says,
"when. thieves fall out honest men come
by their own