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Year: 1876

The First District Democratic Convention Of Jersey
City met last evening at Franklin Hall and nominated
Martin NJ Drohan, President Of the Board Of Finance
for Assembly.


Tho democrats OF the Fifth district or Jersey city
have nominated ex-Mayor g. u. Van Rciper for As-
sembly
Year: 1876

In the opening of the political campaign for the present year, the state central executive com mittee, referring to the satisfacto- " advancement of our state on the road of political honor and material prosperity under q Dem Ocratic administration, desires to invoke tn. continued action Of the whole people to secure the perpetuation of q condition of af- fairs so satisfactory to every pa trio:ic citizen.

 In q period incredibly short, Arkansas has been redeemed from state of political vassalage and financial bankruptcy to that of sovereign equal in the Amer ican confederation, happy and prosperous at home, and respect ed abroad. To the people of the state, through their representa- tives, belongs the honor. It only remains for them to act together to perpetuate the blessing. To that end your committee has call ed a convention to assemble at the state capital on the l4th day of June next, and urge upon all who have the interests of the state and party at heart, to take part in the effort necessary to make that convention in the fullest sense represent the sentiments and interests of the whole party. As each individual must suffer by the maladlninistration of public affairs, so is he under obligations to assist in shaping events so as to secure a pare and compe- tent administration.

 Your committee urges prompt action in this matter, first upon the county executive committees. In counties where call for a con vention can not be regularly made from any cause, it is suggested that as many as three members of the party in fair standing in each township might unite Tn a joint call for township and county conventions, giving ample notice, and thus efrectually organize the party without the intervention of a mass meeting for the selection of aa executive committee. AS to the exact mode of organizing no positive direction is given but the hope is stronglysindulged that such organization may be ef- fected as that the will of the party may be fully reflected in all the eonventions-township, county, congressional and state. In such cases do not wait for some one else to act; act yourselves and see that others do.

 It is an important era in our history, and the destiny of the country for years to come is to be determined. The same corrupt dynasty under which Arkansas suffered so long has now possess ion of every department of the federal government except the lower house of congress. That is doing faithful work, and Ar kansas has four representatives 10 give her voice expression.

 lou will be called to vote not only for candidates for state otli- ces, but also to appoint delegates to represent you in the National Democratic convention for the purpose of choosing candidates for the highest executive offices of the general government, ano with the prospect, for the first time in many years, for giving your preference expression at tho general election. The occasion i: propitious, as well as important Let each member of the party dc his part as an individual, and thu beginning at least will be secure

 SOL. F. CLARK, Chm,
Year: 1876

Wife and daughter immediately Mysteries sick headache pains and loin debility paon swimming ana gddnes of the heau cold rect anu

  era Tonic improving the appetite aiding digestion and keeping the liver and bowels ia proper conditions has equal Husbands are informed that
Year: 1876

ST. LOUIS, August Is. D. S.urgess,
in command OF the cavalry recruiting
station in this city, has desired for some
time to be sent to his regiment, the Sew
enth cavalry, OF which he is colonel,
and recently made formal application
to the adjutant. general Of the army to
be relieved OF his command here and be
sent to the field. Yesterday he received
dispatch informing him that he can
not be relieved until October 1st.
Year: 1876

Our stock in all branches OF this department is fully
complete Styles and prices varied the
quirements of customers We confidently invite their
inspection Our assortment comprises description
garment from the planest the elaborate both in
French and American manufacture and in quality OF
rias finish fail to satisfy the critical
Year: 1876

Is COTTON KING.-The London Times
is of the opinion that the demand for cot
ton next year will exceed the supply by
145, 900 bales. Whether this calculation is
based upon prospective demand in be-
half of the rag baby in the United States
next week, or in Consequence of revi-
val in the interest of Borrobyolah-G Gah,
we cannot say, We must leave it entire
ly with the fellow who started the joke
Year: 1876

Ir Is said that IL you eat an orange
every morning before breakfast you will
soon dislike whisky. See what . mar
row escape people might have had but
for somc one making this discovery!
Year: 1876

ATTEMPTED ESCAPE. - About ten
o'clock Tuesday night, Warden Broom
field, of the New Castle Jail, hearing
noise in the jail yard, went out and
found Enoch Rash and Isaac Hayden.
two prisoners, hiding in an out of tho
way corner Of the yard. He gave tho
alarm to the sheriff, and on further
examination it was found that they
had cut the IRON bars of their cell win
dow and torn their bed clothes up into
ropes, and that with the aid of an iron
hook, which was secured to the outer
wall; they were ready to bid farewell
to their late quarters. they were at
once taken back to their cell and secure
" ironed..
Year: 1876

cal duties, which bv the bye heavy pay American
machinsis IN gold as high wages as you pay
IN paper, produce your pattern OF machines,
then import them TO the States and sell them TO the
trade Tor forty five per cent less than you sell your
goods for? OF this is rather mpernent inter-
rogaton but as the weather is very hot II may act as
a cooler TO your er-heated temperamcnis Should
any prominent" gentleman or gentlemen wish to dis
pue the above statement viii only ask HIM or them
to appoint tune and place let the HERALD have re-
porter present and will present proofs that every
reader will say 'tnat sewing machine IN the
market at the present day could sold TO the Amer
public at hfy per less than the usual exorb
tant price


a word about those who paint and putty up old ma
chimes and sell them for almost good new " Those
wretches ought to be treated as fuedgcd confidence
men, and have doubt hut II somo good lawyer
would interest himself in the matter not
few OF those machine botchcs would have an
excellent chance to study the art OF breaking stones
at the expense of the taxpayers Still. to centre all
attention the fraternity of tinkcrs just now would
only tend TO give the monopolizing Briareus longer
lease OF life. When the HERALD sent Stanley away
among the dusky children OF Africa 1t accomplished
work that elected the admiration OF men OF science
and the princes of commerce. but should 1t pursue the
sewing machine question with halt the zeal II will
have the blessing OF every poor mother and frcndcss
seamstrcss IN America


Trusting that you will hnd space for the above
remain yours, MY MARK
Year: 1876

One of the beautiful features Of the Centennial cole
braon is tho universal outburst of patriotic spirit as
il the decorations and this part of the display
nowhere more effectively exhibited than on the rail-
ways. Locomotives often the subject Of m uch
sentiment but they drive the country in these
days looking like mighty nosegays Smothered IN hun
dreds O. flags, ribbons and garlands and notices
they ypiiy splendidy the great lesson OF huuared
years OF freedom the union OF strength and beauty
Every locomotive on he Erie Railway was more or loss
decorated but tho cap sheaf put by c. Fraser
the Oldest engineer tho line, whose Iron horse
seemed to be caparisoned in rainbowa
Year: 1876

To THE EDITOR THE HERALD


Your editorial OF July in regard to nres and tho
duty OF the insured is plainly practicable and OF great
value not only to the insured, but to the insurance
companies The thanks OF the insurance companies
and insuring public due to you and 10 the Fire
Commissioners for advice that has avoided general
conagration, thus saving the money of stockhod
ere j. +. DOUGLASS


NEW YoRK Julv 1876
Year: 1876

An examination OF tho body Of Charles Keenan,, who
died in cell OF the Second precinct station at Jersey
City on Tuesday, showed yesterday that daath was
caused By the heat of the sun and an overdose OF
stimulanis The County Physician accordingly de.
clined TO order an inquest
Year: 1876

IT Is comforting to know that there is
evidence of official interest displayed by
Cabinet officer in his department. The
new Secretary Of War is desirous of be-
coming thoroughly acquainted with the Of
fcers ofthe army and with the operations
otthe army system in its several details.
He with Gen. Sherman and his staff are
visiting the Notifications of New York
Harbor, which makes the re-establishment
of friendly relations between the War De-
partment and the Ganeral-in-C Chief of the
Army, which were interrupted during the
tenure of office of Secretary Belknap.
There is reason to hope that the Belknap
exposure will be productive of good re-
suits so far as the management of the War
Department is concerned.
Year: 1876

WILL the War Department demand a
trial by court martial of General Babcock
now that there is evidence to convict him
Of conduct unbeconing an officer of the
regular army? Tile Judiciary Commit
tee has before it evidence absolutely con-
elusive that Babcock did steal the letter of
Attorney General Pierrepont to District
Attorney Dyer,and used it where it did him
most coed. Justice, whose footsteps while
in pursuit Of Babcock, have been often de-
layed by distractions interposed by the ac-
cused and his friends, has at last got on a
clear track, and will certainly overtake the
fugitive. While the action of Babcock in
stealing the letter, does not in any man
ner excuse either Pierrepont Or the Presi-
dent, it sinks the private secretary beneath
contempt, and the regulations of the Army
and War Department will certainly de-
mand his trial by court martial.
Year: 1876

The Irish military of the State Of South
Carolina will, at the Centennial fair to be
held at Charleston, on the 18th inst, take
charge of table to be known as the GAS
per Table," the proceeds of which will be
used for the erection of monument in
commemoration of the first victory gained
during the war of American Independence.


When Fort Moultrie was bombarded by
the British fleet and the American colors
were shot from the flag staff, all Irish SOL
dier, Sergeant Jasper, leaped over the
parapet of the palmetto fort, seized the
colors, and under the fire of the enemy
nailed them to their position, and turning
to his comrades said, "Dont let US fight
without flag" Although century has
passed since the Irish hero uttered the
foregoing glorious words, they have their
echo in every American heart. 1t is
proper to honor the memory of such a
man as Jasper, and the Irish military of
the Palmetto State are right in appealing
to their ellow-countrymen for assistance
to raise a monument to the revolutionary
hero, Jasper.
Year: 1876




The subject of counting the electoral


vote for President and Vice President, il


one Of the greatest Importance, and it il
hoped that pome satisfactory substitute


will be found for the present dangerous


mode through which the popular will Of
the people may be testified every four
years. Senator Edmunds has proposed a
constitutional amendment, that the votes
shall be counted by the Supreme Court,
and that the person having the majority
of all the votes for President; shall be
declared President; that if no
person shall have such majority, the
House of Representatives shall elect, from
the persons having the highest number,
not exceeding three and that the Vice
President is to be elected in the same way,
provided the Senate is to elect, should no
election appear on the count. Mr.. Ed
munds' proposition complicates the ques-
tion considerably, and will doubtless ex-
cite much discussion. The method Of
counting the electoral vote for President
and Vice President ought to be changed,
and no proposition which contemplates
throwing the election into the House of
ought to be entertained.
Such proposition is not only undemocrat-
ic, but is calculated to endanger the very
existence of the Republic.
Year: 1876

FoR the first time in twenty years,
there is no particular candidate in the
field on either side, that's, none on which
his friends would stake their piles. This
is an unusual feature about this Presiden-
tial campaign, and especially is itso with
the Republicans. Mr.. Lincoln had no
competition Of Importance, and General
Grant had the course all to himself, while
now there are numerous formidable COM
petitors, and there is no telling who the
successful man will be. The strength of
the most prominent candidates of both
parties are SO evenly divided as to afford
no basis for prediction.
Year: 1876

PRESENT indications predict a fierce
struggle in the approaching New York
Democratic Convention between the Tam
many and anti-Tammany factions from
the city. 1t is said that the anti-Tam-
many faction are determined if they can
not have their own way, to set up a shop
on their own hook.
Year: 1876

nial year Of our Nations existence i sad
to contemplate. What scorn must the
people have for the party and men who
have abused the trusts reposed in them;
what indignation for the shame in which
the Nation and its Republican govern
ment has become involved by their acts.
Year: 1876

The Indian ring are gathering in Wash
ington to obstruct and defeat the passage
Of the bill to transfer the Indian Bureau to
the War Department. Should the bill
become law, "Othellos occupation will
be gone"
Year: 1876

is manufacturing for the wholesale trade q
new gaiter. handmade, Of good calf skin.
polh stitched and pegged. Will be sold
less than any other Shoe of the same class
and warranted good material and work
we'll done. Call and see him. mch8 limo
Year: 1876

WE can boast of the business dops
in our city in as loud and clear
tones as neighboring cotemporaries.
Many thousands of people--mostly
farmers with their produce-were
in our midst on Saturday. The bus
mess appearance was very bright,
and all the merchants seem satisfied
as to their share of trade. On Mou-
day cattle were marketed here in
large numbers, besides hogs, grain,
wood, ore, etc. There is room for
doubt whether any place in the State
Of the same size can show better
standing than Mineral Point; and il
such be the case, why can't we have
a grand Centennial Celebration
Year: 1876

y THE RAILROAD TO DoDGEvILLE.-
The people not only of Dodgeville,
but also of Moscow and Ridgeway,
are enthusiastic on the subject Of the
proposed railroad from Freeport,
land great confidence is manifested
in the ultimate success of the eAter-
prise. Having the prosperity Of
Mineral Point at heart we feel a
lively interest in this subject, and
shall try to keep posted as to its
progress, with hope that the peo-
pie of Mineral Point will awake to
the Importance of having the extern
sion made from this city before it is
too late. The last Chronicle has the
following in relation to the matter:


Messrs. Whitman and Norris, the committee


who visited Frceport last week for the purpose
of feeling the pulse" of its people on The rail
road question, bring back a very encouragng
report They found the lesaiaE citizens and
business nTcn of frs city fully awake on the
subject, and but one sentiment prevailing
among thcm-that road up the Pecatonica
valley to Dodgeylllc, and thence TO the Wis
consn lumber regions, would be good thing
for Freeport, and that if the proper effort was


made along the line there would be no trouble
about finding a company to furnish the residue
Of capital required and build it. The commit
tee were assured that the people of Freeport
would do their full share toward the road and
that "tAe ball should be kept rolling" ut the
south end


Messrs. Whitman and Morris also speak in
high terms of the very loepilabe manner in


which they were treated By the Frceport peo-
pie, the most marked attention having been
paid them during their sojourn there, and
every one giving them the hearticst welcome z
| On hearing the report of Mcssrs. Whitman
and Norris Saturday night, the Village Board
appropriated $50 toward defraying the ex.
penscs Of the survey, and it is expected that


the Town Board will appropriate like amount


at az early day, that having been generally ad
judged to be the fsirest way to issse the funds


for the purpose. The Board appointed two o


its members, b. Thomas, ST., and John Ell


wood, TO act in conjunction with the former
committee AID see that the interests Of the ri


lage are properly cared for in the expenditure


of the money.


The people of Moscow and Rdgcwoy are ,t


have a meeting to discuss their interests IN con


nection with this project next Thursday after


noon ut Adansville, and fron all along The


line the interest i, reported rs unabated. Only


let the good work now started "go brayey on,


and ere the close OF &c, n railroad from Free


port, through Dodgeville, to- Richland Center
viii be u Fixed fact.
Year: 1876

TIE scarlet fever has broken out
among the children Of Galena. The
schools are very much depleted in
consequence of the malady, but from
all the Gazette can learn, there is
little cause for alarm.
Year: 1876

In another place will be found some
Of the opinions entertained and express
ed by prominent republicans. on pre-
vious occasions, Of the men who now
compose what is called the Returning
Board of Louisiana sort Of Internal
machine made up Of thieves and rascals
and kept for the purpose Of cheating re-
publicans into Office and counting dem
ocrats out According to these reports
there is not one of those men who ought
not now to be in quiet and peaceaoie
possession Of place 10 the cham gang


This opinion Banditti Sheridan, whose
views ought to have some weight with
the radicals, because of his favorable
opportunities to know what be says, and


because be is the meanest and most con-
sciousless radical in the whole gang,


did not hesitate, with the usual blunt
ness Of soldier Grants apologies for
his insolence) to express in unqualified
and unmistakable language. especially


in regard to Wells, the president Of said
Returning Board. We commend these
opinions to our republican readers. and
suggest that they give them most care
full perusal, that they may know some
thing Of the character Of the creatures
by whom the electoral vote Of Louisiana
has been counted" for Hayes. and ID


whose decisions We are asked to acqui-
Year: 1876

from which it was taken. which the in
dsfatigable artist has had published from
the Danish Of Henric Hertz She has
her exquisite alto relieve picture of the
Dreaming Iolanthe on exhibition at 1902
Chestnut street where she expects to be
for some time. to give those chance to
see it who failed to on the Centennial
grounds On account Of some old
fogyism" she did not receive premium.
Perhaps it is just as well she did not,
for it stands now on its own merits and
is in the opinion Of botbartists and con-
noisseurs a work of art At any rate
the honors were scattered so promis-
cuously that true artist could not feel
it to be any great honor to receive either
medal or premium. All who frequent
ed the Art Gallery no doubt remember
the terrible thing in the rotunda-an
eagle with Washington on its back
Baysrd Taylor. in his Notes" calls it
a monstrosity. suppose by the prom.
iuent place it occupied it is considered
a work of art. because it was plaster.
but l was in hopes it would fall down.
collapse or be. stolen. but it stood there
in spite Of all wishes to the contrary
Mrs Brooks, the artist of the butter
head, has the book Of Iolanthe p" for
sale. and it can be procured where the
alto relieve is on exhibition for twenty
five cents All who have not seen this
should not miss the last opportunity
Mrs. Brooks has had offers to be sent
to Rome for instructions in sculpture,
but her family ties are such that she
cannot accept the generous offer.


RosALEINE.
Year: 1876

How rapidly has temperance increased
within the last few years and spread its heal
ing influence over all the world Instances
of iutemperance are daily decreasing, and we
are constantly hearing and seeing the reforma-
tions which are effected by the installation of
temperance principles. Till within short
period the use of ardent spirits was so common
that it was used in every family from the
richest to the poorest from the moral and re-
ligious man down to the most degraded VIC
tim Of its brutaliEing influence, without COM
junction. Indeed it was considered almost if
not entirely as essential to life as bread and
meat. How many young man that has set
out in life with the brightest hopes and the
gayest expectations has been lured by the
hand Of vice into bad company, where his
virtues have been derided and his pure senti-
ments scoffed at until, enable to bear up under
their rldicule, be has yielded to their persua-
siens and when he found himself ruined seized
the intoxicating cup to drown the horrid
thoughts that were lurking in his bosom. 1t
browns them for a little while, but oh,



fold bitterness, BY the thought that he has
only heaped sin upon sin.


The neglected wife! How long does she,
with anxious look and listening ear, sigh for
her husbands return, and perhaps ut the
midnight honr or the dawn of day he comes.
With trembling steps and fearful eyes she
hastens 10 obey his call. And thus he goes
on day and night until he is borne to the
graye-the victim of intemperapce and the
destroyer of her earthly happiness. Though
such instances are sufficiently plenty at the
present day, years ago they were much more
so. Blu, temperance, teetotal temperance, is
working out a poad which has and will yet
prove TO be the salvation Of many: Beware
Of the first glassl The whiskey bottle kills the
soul and dwarfs the intellect. Like the ven
omous snake, its fangs are ready to strike at
any moment. May temperance increase until
the evils arising from the use Of ardent spirits
are rooted out Of all the earth should be the
prayer of all the we'll wishers of humanity.


ALINE.
Year: 1876

From the N. Y. Tribune.


Ia behalf of the United States Su-
preme Court, we respectfully protest,
Senator Sherman says, in speaking of
the personal composition Of the Lou
isiana Returning Board. that its de-
cisions are worthy Of as much respect
as those of the highest tribunal We
venture to suggest that. on the whole.
the record Of the Supreme Court is con-
siderably better than that Of the Re-
turning Board, and that whatever view
may be taken Of the action of the latter
now, the Supreme Court ought not to
be banded about in cheap comparisons
with Returning Boards or other politi-
cal bodies whose garments are not free
from the smell Of fire