anaheim-gazette 1877-05-19

WEEKLY GAZETTE SATURDAY...MAY 19, 1877. WINKING AND POKER. Assistant-Secretary McCormick has an affection of the eyelid which causes him to wink frequently. Yesterday two good-looking girls applied for positions in the Treasury Department. The handsome Governor treated them with politeness, but gave neither any encouragement that they would be successful. When they came out, one said to the other: "Well, it looks blue for us, don't it?" "Yes," was the reply, "it may look blue for you; but I think I am all right, for when he was discouraging you he was winking at me, as much as to say, 'don't you believe what I am telling your friend.'" The above item from the Washington Star brings to mind a queer story we once heard regarding an Inspecting Officer, holding the rank of Brevet Brigadier General, who was stationed on this coast some years ago. General A. (we will call him) was a West Pointer, and served during the war with distinction. In one of the engagements he was wounded in the face, and after his recovery it was found that his eyes were very seriously affected. The nerves of his visual organs were affected in such a way as to cause him to wink vigorously at frequent intervals. The story, as we heard it related by a brother officer, was that the General, like most army officers, was fond of a quiet game of draw poker, and when the humor struck him he was not particularly fastidious in regard to his fellow-players. One evening he found himself seated at a table, with three strangers, a deck of cards and a pile of poker chips. Opposite the General sat a flashily-dressed man, whose appearance betokened the experienced gambler. As the game progressed, the General was surprised to find himself frequently in possession of "flushes," "fulls," "three," and other good hands, especially when his vis-a-vis dealt the cards. As a natural consequence (especially as he was no alouch of a player) his winnings were large, and he soon "cleaned out" the party. The game broke up, two of the players took their departure, leaving the General and the flashily-dressed individual before alluded to, together. The General leisurely counted his winnings and was about to place them in, his political jottings. Democratic successes in Los Angeles county have heretofore been the result of two causes—first, they have always possessed a numerical majority; and, second, the leaders of the party have been men of great political sagacity, and have no manipulated affairs and conducted the campaign, as to leave no stone unturned to secure a victory. As far as numbers are concerned, it is a matter of doubt which of the parties now have the majority. If the Democrats have a majority, it is a very small one, and the least apathy on their part or vigorous measures on the part of their opponents, will result in their party meeting its Waterloo. But if they have lost the tremendous majority which gave them an easy victory at former elections, they have still the skillful generals to plan the campaign and take advantage of the weak points of the enemy. These skilful political manipulators are alive to the necessity of taking time by the forelock, and placing their men in the field at an early day. These tactics have always been followed by the Democracy, and they unquestionably reap great advantages therefrom. For months before the election their candidates are before the people personally and in public print; they are talked about and their qualifications canvassed so much that the people get into the habit of forgetting that there is such a thing as a Republican opposition. That party, with a wisdom so profound as to be absolutely unfathomable, holds off until the eleventh hour. When its candidates are brought fairly before the people, they find that the battle is already lost; that fully one-half of their own party have pledged themselves to vote for the opposition, under the strain of constant and long-continued solicitation. The fact is, the early bird catches the worm—"those that seek me early shall find me;" and the advantage to be gained by being first on the field of battle is one of the points which the Democratic managers fully appreciate, and which the Republican leaders do not. We observe that the Democratic County Central Committee and the Republican ditto will both hold meetings in Los Angeles on Saturday, at which it is probable that preliminary steps will be taken towards organizing the respective forces for the political difficult to perceive what is in view in making the nomination as the Mirror, the organ of Los Angeles teetotalers will Prohibition ticket. If they did Good Templars to support them did they expect to get fact is that the whole proceeding generally acknowledged that good one, and that the principle are correct, yet people think thing not quite right about it sifted down, that something in chance of success. As the team has no organ to speak for it, in regard to the withdrawal candidates nominated, thatpected by the convention to accept. The nominations principle, and the men were viewed to their fitness for the party gave no pledges to the Converse were asked. They were nonmerits, and, unless positively so, the temperance people support them on that ground accept the nomination or not nominations were not offered nominated, for their acceptance custom among political parties temperance people for their service. It has just occurred to us that technical "jotnings" should end here. It would never do to supers with political talk at this time so we postpone further time being. But we will deal all political notes which float just them down for your benefit or two. THE STATE CAMPAIGN A Fine Pen Picture of Visit to the Navy Yard The Mississippi Tragedy--A Brave Girl. New York, May 16. The Times Washington special says: Immediately after the published reports of the cowardly and murderous attack by white Democrats upon Judge Chisholm and his family while they were confined in the jail of DeKalb county, Miss., a lady of Washington, wrote a letter of condolence to Miss Chisholm, the brave girl who was severely wounded while heroically assisting to defend her father. Miss Chisholm caused the following reply to be made to this letter, which was received here to-day. It will be observed that, in addition to the gunshot wounds received by Miss Chisholm, she was struck in the face by one of the cowardly ruffians who murdered her father and brother. Judge Chisholm has died since the following letter was written: DEKALB, Miss., May 12. Madam: At the request of Miss Chisholm, whose wounds render it impossible for her to write, I serve her as amanuensis. She takes great pleasure in acknowledging the receipt of your kind letters which have dressed man, whose appearance betokened the experienced gambler. As the game progressed, the General was surprised to find himself frequently in possession of "flushes," "falls," "threes," and other good hands, especially when his vis-a-vis dealt the cards. As a natural consequence (especially as he was no slouch of a player) his winnings were large, and he soon "cleaned out" the party. The game broke up, two of the players took their departure, leaving the General and the flashily-dressed individual before alluded to, together. The General leisurely counted his winnings and was about to place them in his capacious wallet, when the stranger insinuated that a "divy" was in order. The General vigorously demurred to any such proceeding, and demanded an explanation. The stranger waxed wrath, accused the General of putting up a job on him, and kicked up such a rumpus that the gray-coated guardians of the peace were called in to quell the disturbance, and in the confusion the doughty General slipped away. The aggrieved "sport" entertained an admiring and sympathetic crowd with the story of his wrongs, which narrative was intermingled with expletives and objurgations which a deference to public opinion prevents us from repeating. It seems that shortly after commencing the poker game, the stranger observed the General endeavoring to attract his attention by violently winking at him. Placing his own construction upon this proceeding, especially as at intervals during the game the General repeated his winking process, the stranger not only allowed this son of Mars to win his own money, but obligingly helped him to win that of the other two players, expecting, of course, that at the conclusion of the game the profits would be evenly divided. It never occurred to him that the winking was involuntary, and not done with a desire to enter into partnership in the little business on hand. We observe that the Democratic County Central Committee and the Republican ditto will both hold meetings in Los Angeles on Saturday, at which it is probable that preliminary steps will be taken towards organizing the respective forces for the political battle to take place in September. The personnel of the Democratic Committee will undergo a change by the withdrawal of Col. Geo. H. Smith and Col. E. E. Hewitt. These gentlemen will tender their resignations, because they will both be candidates before the nominating convention of their party, and it is eminently proper that they should sever their connection with the Committee before that body is called upon to designate the manner in which the candidates shall be chosen. Col. Smith has been the Secretary of the Committee for a long time past, a position which has connected with it a vast amount of hard work and responsibility. There can be no doubt that he deserves well of his party, for he has served it faithfully and well. If we are any judge of the signs, his nomination for the office of State Senator is a foregone conclusion, and we are really inclined to think that no one will be found of sufficient tenacity to enter into a contest with him. If his nomination is not a unanimous one, it will be a surprise. He is a very popular man as well as a very able one, and his services to his party are so generally recognized that the gratitude which, strange as it may appear, is found even in political parties, will ensure him a victory. Col. Hewitt, we understand, is a candidate for the Democratic nomination for County Treasurer. If ever man deserved substantial recognition at the hands of his party, Col. Hewitt is that man. His time and his money have been freely given in the interest of the party whose principles he is so thoroughly saturated with. Why, we remember the time when Hewitt and Potts (A. W.) cast the only two Democratic votes in Wilmington; and the way the former used to labor for the political salvation of his fellow-citizens was absolutely painful to witness. To his honor be it said that, although occupying a position which gave him the power to make votes for his party by coercing the working men who were under his control, such a proceeding never occurred to him. He is an honorable gentleman and an able man, and has many warm, devoted friends in both parties. With that profound wisdom which in a preceding paragraph we have designated as unfathomable, the Republicans have kept from the public ear and concealed from the public gaze every action which might give an inkling of the way in which they propose to conduct the campaign. The candidates of that party also, or more properly speaking, It has just occurred to us that "jottings" should end here. It would never do to siters with political talk at this time so we postpone further time being. But we will draw all political notes which float jot them down for your brow or two. THE STATE CALL A Fine Pen Picture of Visit to the Navy Yard-Fleet, etc., etc. Eds. GAZETTE:—Sacramento more beautiful town than thou to suppose from a flying visit since. The view he then enunciated of the Capitol was thus any previous experience. The of the San Joaquin stretches fields of Paradise. The wide and the farmers' homes nest luxuriant foliage, was thought comparison for beauty, and contrast with the wide, dress which the writer had just paused portion of Sacramento unattractive and repelling; surely about left a good impression self seemed uninviting. But view is greatly changed. A LATE VISIT TO SACRAME Under more favorable circumstances pleasant features of the city through her splendid parks; extensive and superb boulevards and down her beautiful streets her elegant edifices, her charm tasteful gardens, after a springful steed, which in response signal, snorted acquiescence other turn-out far in the distance as you will easily allow—a notable opportunity to find pleases, than if one sought a unpleasant streets, on foot having been honored with such a steel and such a sprightly guide, do you wonder one coerce Capitol profoundly improvactiveness and beauty? I specific—not about the honour driver: Sacramento has done worthy of imitation. A fine been constructed, running along the Sacramento river spreading oaks and winding ful scenes, and presenting clues every turn. This riverside called, is the point, or line rises some for quiet enjoyment, so MADAM: At the request of Miss Chisholm, whose wounds render it impossible for her to write, I serve her as amanuensis. She takes great pleasure in acknowledging the receipt of your kind letters which have come to hand since the DeKalb horror took place. Let me assure you that your kindness is appreciated. I have had the pleasure of opening your letters and reading them to her, and from your writing I judge that you do not know that the brave and devoted little daughter was shot, beaten, mangled with her father; that her right arm was shot through and through while endeavoring to shield her father, and the whole charge of buckshot, which first struck the flat iron bars of the cell, struck her fall in the face, filling it with chips of lead and burnt powder. She was also struck in the face by some brutal hand, and was blackened and disfigured in a fearful manner. She was also shot in the leg below the knee, and is now lying as prostrate and helpless as an infant. Nothing but the kindest care and the best surgical aid can save her arm and precious life. Her father is still alive, but suffering intensely, yet we have some hope of his final recovery. The house is guarded by a few faithful friends and relatives, but we do not know at what hour the savage barbarians may renew the attack. You can do us all no more good at present than to lay the enormity of the massacre before the people of Washington, and especially the President." To the above was added the following postscript in the handwriting of Mrs. Chisholm: "Our son, the heroic little Johnnie, was shot to death because he perished in getting before his father for his defiance." The World says editorially: The wound which Cornalia Chisholm received was neglected and she died yesterday of gangrene. The courage and devotion to her father which she exhibited won the admiration of the whole country, and her death adds a darker shade to one of the blackest tragedies of Southern life. With that profound wisdom which in a preceding paragraph we have designated as unfathomable, the Republicans have kept from the public car and concealed from the public gaze every action which might give an inkling of the way in which they propose to conduct the campaign. The candidates of that party also, or more properly speaking, those who intend to seek the Republican nominations, are exceedingly modest in presenting their claims publicly. Modesty in individuals is an admirable trait of character and always commands admiration; but modesty in politicians is so akin to stupidity as not to be easily distinguished from the latter trait. The Republican candidates would do well to heed the admonitions with which we commenced these jottings. They should boldly announce themselves, and circulate among their constituents after the manner of the "unterrified." In the absence of official information, we are compelled to rely upon the unreliable "they say" for information. "They say" that H. D. Barrows and General Phineas Banning are aspirants for the Republican nomination for State Senator. Mr. Barrows is a member of the firm of Barrows, Furrey & Co., of Los Angeles, and is a gentleman of conceded ability. His integrity is unassailable, and his business qualifications are of a high order. He possesses a fine education, and is able to express his views in plain and scholarly language, with an earnestness of reasoning which carries conviction with it. In fact, he would make an ideal Senator. Of General Banning it is unnecessary to say much. Everybody knows Banning. A pushing, active, vigorous man, able and talented. But he has lately identified himself so closely with railroad affairs, that it is probable that his candidacy would be seriously affected thereby. The ticket put forth by the "Temperance Party of Los Angeles County" met with a reception entirely different from that which its projectors expected it would receive. It THE WEALTH AND FASHION Congregates. After the war day baking has been modified the sea, a delightful, balmy every one to a drive among body who has a horse or whale one, hastens to the great some for quiet enjoyment, so else is there, and to admire the style and beauty of our some may come to receive acclimate to try the speed of a newly-purchased "pet" off come to astonish their friend of Sacramento's most attractive few—perhaps I might say my late and long; and winding absorbed way, whisper thing spoken, as the moonlight, lighting casts a flitting, silvery cheeks. In other direct city are beautiful parks, lawn and forming an attractive objection all who delight in such trifle. The grounds about the Cause condition and are a credit to dences of taste and of music in the many beautiful residences arranged grounds. Business good, and while the dry serious degree affect trade going on all the time, and evinful. MARE ISLAND NAVY On returning the writer st, The great object of national law is navy yard, but just now quiet as Sabbath. No applause cause, yet back of this are no reasons. There are $500,000 out and waiting Congressional sibly, if either party had any in Congress, money will have a chance to earn; the spoils of political only work now done is upon Monadnock. This vessel is difficult to perceive what object they had in view in making the nominations, especially as the Mirror, the organ of the T. P., admits that it is probable that four-fifths of the Los Angeles testotalers will not vote the Prohibition ticket. If they didn't expect the Good Templars to support the ticket, from whom did they expect to get support? The fact is that the whole proceeding was a grand mistake, but like all other men they are slow to acknowledge their error. They wont admit that they committed a very foolish action, but on the contrary are making believe that they think they have done the right thing. The Mirror of Saturday last has this to say on the subject: "While it is generally acknowledged that the ticket is a good one, and that the principles of the party are correct, yet people think there is something not quite right about it, and when it is sifted down, that something is that it has no chance of success. As the temperance party has no organ to speak for it, we will explain in regard to the withdrawal of some of the candidates nominated, that it was not expected by the convention that they would accept. The nominations were made on principle, and the men were selected with a view to their fitness for the positions. They gave no pledges to the Convention, and none were asked. They were nominated on their merits, and, unless positively forbidden to do so, the temperance people will continue to support them on that ground, whether they accept the nomination or not. In fact, the nominations were not offered to the men nominated, for their acceptance, as is the custom among political parties, but to the temperance people for their support." It has just occurred to us that these political "jottings" should end here for the present. It would never do to surfeit our readers with political talk at this early day, and so we postpone further comments for the time being. But we will diligently collect all political notes which float about, and duly jot them down for your benefit in a day or two. THE STATE CAPITAL. A Fine Pen Picture of Sacramento—Visit to the Navy Yard—The Russian pairs, and so thorough as to almost make the vessel a new one. The vessel is wholly of iron. Huge plates nearly half an inch thick are riveted upon iron ribs, and the joints are hammered tight. The hold is to be divided into water-tight compartments. From the water line there is to be a wood sheath of about a foot thick, and to this is bolted the iron plates eight inches thick, which are to receive the force of the enemy's balls. The deck is a double layer of iron plates, upon which thick planking will be laid. There are to be two turrets. The ship is nearly 200 feet long, and about 60 feet wide. It lies on the stocks in such a manner that one can walk around and under it. The huge monster has a peculiar beauty as seen from prow or stern; it looks as though it could plow the mighty deep in safety. Long may it be before the services of this floating fort will be needed. AN OLD-FASHIONED VESSEL. One of the most interesting objects here is the recruiting ship—an old-fashioned frigate, made in 1807. It is anchored not far from the shore. The upper deck has been roofted over, and through the roof the spars point heavenward. This vessel is broad and short, and after a model wholly laid aside. Modern ships are long, narrow, and not so high above water line. Sailors who enter the navy are quartered here until they are assigned to some vessel in active service. The shape and style of this vessel being like those used in the revolutionary war, called to mind the pictures one sees of those early naval battles, and one is carried in thought to those great events which secured our freedom and made a sublime page in our history. THE RUSSIAN FLEET. There are now ten or twelve large Russian men-of-war anchored here and waiting orders from the Czar. These vessels are made after the most approved models for speed, and are well equipped with picked sailors and marines. The flag-ship has the most superior crew. The sternest naval rule is maintained. The various maneuvers needed when in action are practiced daily. The sailors run up the shrouds and furl sails, and run down again like so many monkeys. Some are sent out in small boats and row up and down the bay, or hoist sails and scud chutes if they have a suitable Tank at the pair. A Fearful Deed. CHICAGO, May 15. The Tribune's special from Streator, Ill., says that the coal miners of that place who struck some time ago, and whose places were supplied with new men, and who subsequently were for the most part taken back so that only about 100 of the new men were retained, have for a long time been kept separate from the "blacklags," as the novices were called, least trouble should occur from their jealousy. Of late, however, the two gangs have been allowed to mingle, and yesterday the ranking hate found expression by some of the old miners poisoning the food in the dinner-backets of the new ones, and to night some sixty of these unfortunatees are in great agony and many of them will undoubtedly die from the effects of the poison. The lives of all hang upon a thread. Arsenic was the drug used, but in some cases it was so plentifully administered as to counteract its own action. The whole matter is a mystery, and it is not even known when or how, or in what article of food the dose was placed. Encouraging Crop Prospects. CHICAGO, May 14. The Tribune this morning publishes crop reports from thirty-one counties in Kansas. In nearly every county the total acreage under cultivation largely exceeds that of last year, and wheat, oats, rye, barley, etc., never looked better for a heavy yield. Corn planting has been delayed by the backward Spring. In a few places the grasshopper question remains an unsolved problem, but it seems to be generally settled that Kansas will almost wholly escape the destruction of the crops by the locusts this year. A Hearty Greeting. PHILADELPHIA, May 15. General Grant held a reception in Independence Hall yesterday. From the moment the first person entered there was a steady stream of people passing at the rate of 2,500 per hour. Speeches by Hayes, Evarts, et al. NEW YORK, May 15. The Chamber of Commerce gave its annual banquet this evening. In reply to the toast, "The President of the United States," Hayes said: "Mr. President:—It is certainly key station containing 180 by fire last night saved by the empty burned and ammunicated to living nearer. Cha Some three McKnight went this county. perpetrators Salazar now hanged on William Brown one Veto Galant crime. Gallain examination o'clock. A fire broke at Salinas Travis & Fitte on the ground wood and beet work; all effuse were unavailable including save some wheat account book Through tho with an old wood and beet is estimated said to be an The mill had and the fire dental. Charles Hunt Court of Calico strangulation tempted to beef. He tried shortly after was called; b Secretary th It has just occurred to us that these political "jottings" should end here for the present. It would never do to surfeit our readers with political talk at this early day, and so we postpone further comments for the time being. But we will diligently collect all political notes which float about, and duly jot them down for your benefit in a day or two. THE STATE CAPITAL. A Fine Pen Picture of Sacramento—Visit to the Navy Yard—The Russian Fleet, etc., etc. Eds. GAZETTE:—Sacramento is a much more beautiful town than the writer was led to suppose from a flying visit some two years since. The view he then enjoyed from the cupola of the Capitol was thought to surpass any previous experience. The great valley of the San Joaquin stretched out like the fields of Paradise. The wide-spreading oaks, and the farmers' homes nestling among the luxuriant foliage, was thought to be beyond comparison for beauty, and especially so by contrast with the wide, dreary plains over which the writer had just passed. The business portion of Sacramento then appeared unattractive and repelling; so, while the country about left a good impression, the city itself seemed uninviting. But now this latter view is greatly changed. A LATE VISIT TO SACRAMENTO Under more favorable circumstances has given a delightful impression of the many pleasant features of the city. To be driven through her splendid parks; to pass along her extensive and superb boulevards; to ride up and down her beautiful streets and look upon her elegant edifices, her charming homes and tasteful gardens, after a sprightly and speedful steed, which in response to his mistress' signal, snorted acquiescence and left every other turn-out far in the distance, presents—as you will easily allow—a much more favorable opportunity to find only that which pleases, than if one sought an unguided way in unpleasant streets, on foot and alone. So, having been honored with such a drive, such a steed and such a sprightly and vivacious guide, do you wonder one comes away from the Capitol profoundly impressed with its attractiveness and beauty? But to be more specific—not about the horse nor his fair driver: Sacramento has done some things worthy of imitation. A fine boulevard has been constructed, running for five or six miles along the Sacramento river, among large, spreading oaks and winding through beautiful scenes, and presenting charming vistas at every turn. This riverside road, as it is called, is the point, or line rather, at which THE WEalth AND FASHION OF SACRAMENTO Congregates. After the warmth of the mid-day baking has been modified by breezes from the sea, a delightful, balmy coolness invites every one to a drive among the trees. Everybody who has a horse or who can borrow or hire one, hastens to the grand rendezvous; some for quiet enjoyment, some to see who there are now ten or twelve large Russian men-of-war anchored here and waiting orders from the Czar. These vessels are made after the most approved models for speed, and are well equipped with pickled sailors and marines. The flag-ship has the most superior crew. The sternest naval rule is maintained. The various maneuvers needed when in action are practiced daily. The sailors run up the shrouds and furl sails, and run down again like so many monkeys. Some are sent out in small boats and row up and down the bay, or hoist sails and send about-as if chasing a veritable Turk on the Black Sea, or about to board an English merchantman on the Pacific. The officers of the navy-yard hold a pleasant intercourse with the officers of the Russian ships. One instance of courtesy may be interesting to your younger readers. When the U.S. steam yacht left a Russian vessel after a social or formal call, the officers of the ship hoisted an American flag to the mast-head, and fired a salute of eleven guns. When the yacht reached the navy-yard, the Russian flag was hoisted on a flag-pole, and eleven guns were fired by a U.S. battery; so the Russians said "Good morning," and the Yankees returned the salutation. It is said that a telegram has come, ordering the fleet to be ready to sail at an hour's notice. Why this fleet is here is open to the surmising of any one. But if England and Russia should find themselves on opposite sides of the Turkish question, it is plain that English vessels on the Pacific would be in a sorry plight when this swift fleet should take her departure from American waters. THE ORPHAN'S HOME. The final object of interest in Vallejo, which the writer had time to visit, was the Good Templars' Orphan's Home. This is a fine building and well located on a commanding hill. The institution is in a prosperous condition and undergood management. The new matron is a faithful and capable woman, large-hearted, and loving the children committed to her care with a mother's tenderness. The little folks seem very happy; there is an absence of the usual stiff coldness of such places. The boys and girls did not seem afraid to breathe or talk, but were as free and happy as they ever were at home. There are some 70 or 80 children here. The Good Templars have reason to be proud of their Orphan's Home. But my letter is already too long. Adieu. Youra, J.M.A. Reported Lynching. Colusa, Cal., May 15. Agent Leman, who has just arrived from Princeton, says that news was received there yesterday that Tiburcio Martinez, who was cleared week before last for killing Miguel Berryessa, was hanged on Stony Creek by the friends of deceased. The fact of threats having been made against Martinez by Berryessa's friends, leads to the belief of the report. Judge Keyser to-day sentenced Henry Kiffer to 13 years imprisonment in San Quentin, and John Woolford to seven years. A Hearty Greeting. PHILADELPHIA, May 15. General Grant held a reception in Independence Hall yesterday. From the moment the first person entered there was a steady stream of people passing at the rate of 2,500 per hour. Speeches by Hayes, Evarts, et al. New York, May 15. The Chamber of Commerce gave its annual banquet this evening. In reply to the toast, "The President of the United States," Hayes said: "Mr. President:—It is certainly a gratification to have this opportunity to meet an assemblage of business men of the city of New York. I wish to make my acknowledgements to them for their invitation to enjoy with them their annual social meeting. I wish to assure them that this hearty greeting is very welcome to me.[Cheers.] At peace with all nations of the world, with an honest purpose on the part of our people and of the Government [loud cheers] to strive for the restoration of the ancient concord within our limit. I believe that, notwithstanding the unfortunate array of figures which has been disentombed, we may confidently look for early and decidedly encouraging evidences of a revival of business and prosperity throughout our country." "Our Merchant Marine" was responded to by Secretary Evarts. He said that why such a nation as this should have to lament the decay of its commerce may well set us thinking. Why a nation so strong in the warlike power of its people; so rich in wealth of its fertile fields; so rich in skill and invention; so fertile in resources—why such a nation as this should find its flag desert the sea, should be the subject of much thought and solicitude. He reviewed the civil war and the cruel blows struck at our interests, and said that peace, when it came, precipitated a wild prudominance of political schemes. Now that is ended and there is a greater unity of purpose and reverence for the great Constitution which has survived all its perils, and our country is content from one end to the other.[Cheers.] What can keep down the commerce of such a nation? nothing but bad laws.[Cheers.] Among other speakers were ex-Secretary of the Treasury McCalloo, and Gen. Sherman. The latter said: "Thirteen years after the war, when I thought we were safe for the rest of our days, we find ourselves left out in the cold without pay or rations, or anything; neglected, slighted and hurt in feeling, but not in courage. Destroy your army and your government and you are a mob.[Cheers.] The Government cannot subsist without an army,and that must be a good one, too.[Cheers.] It has been ascertained beyond question that among the invitations to attend the Chamber of Commerce banquet were some to ex-Governor Tilden, Governor Robinson and leading officials of the State,但 they all declined, lost their presence should seem to be an indorsement of the declaration of the election of President Hayes. Charles Hunt Court of Cassia strangulation tempted to be beef. He tried shortly after he was called by B secretary. Secretary thereto The Secret cession to-day cases. In his French, he said: That the court of Cassia is to be wealthy by engaging in that for their criminal ability to be large whether to order can be duly dinary business not attempt rigid payment but I regard upon a difficult for taxes due States,the no injury for fraud. If they man may avoid then taxes whisky andcessfully collar largely for pigs may extend where they can compromise which is a proof to be abuse claims are not act of harsh cure the pay They are not depend upon ties,but if Congress foil to grant them ment in their judgment,a defendant in process or died by the requisite insurgent partiment安 Attorney to THE WEALTH AND FASHION OF SACRAMENTO Congregates. After the warmth of the mid-day baking has been modified by breezes from the sea, a delightful, balmy coolness invites every one to a drive among the trees. Everybody who has a horse or who can borrow or hire one, hastens to the grand rendezvous; some for quiet enjoyment, some to see who else is there, and to admire the turnout, the style and beauty of others. Possibly some may come to receive admiration. Some come to try the speed of a favorite filly, or a newly-purchased "pet" of horseflesh; some come to astonish their friends with a vision of Sacramento's most attractive side. And a few—perhaps I might say not a few, linger late and long; and winding a slow, a much-absorbed way, whisper things that cannot be spoken, as the moonlight, like a fairy's blessing, casts a flitting, silvery sheen over blushing cheeks. In other directions from the city are beautiful parks, laid out carefully and forming an attractive objective point for all who delight in such trips of pleasure. The grounds about the Capitol are in fine condition and are a credit to the State. Evidences of taste and of munificence abound in the many beautiful residences and finely arranged grounds. Business is said to be good, and while the dry season may in a serious degree affect trade, yet something is going on all the time, and everybody is hopeful. MARE ISLAND NAVY YARD. On returning, the writer stopped at Vallejo. The great object of national interest here is the navy yard, but just now everything is as quiet as Sabbath. No appropriation is the cause, yet back of this are no doubt political reasons. There are $500,000 of work laid out and waiting Congressional action. Possibly, if either party had a large majority in Congress, money would be voted and the adherents of the party would have a chance to earn, if not to steal, the spoils of political victory. The only work now done is upon the iron monitor Monadnock. This vessel is undergoing re- Reported Lunching. Colusa, Cal., May 15. Agent Leman, who has just arrived from Princeton, says that news was received there yesterday that Tiburcio Martinez, who was cleared week before last for killing Miguel Berryessa, was hanged on Stony Creek by the friends of deceased. The fact of threats having been made against Martinez by Berryessa's friends, leads to the belief of the report. Judge Keyser to-day sentenced Henry Kiffer to 13 years imprisonment in San Quentin, and John Woolford to seven years. The former was convicted of murder in the second degree for killing L. Thaxter at this place in December, 1875; the latter for the murder of John Quillot at St. Johns, in March last. An Outlaw Killed. Colton, Cal., May 14. A Mexican named Jesus Jaramillo was shot and killed last night at Agua Mansa, one mile and a half south of here, while resisting an officer. Jaramillo was supposed to be an accomplice of Chico Lago who was arrested a few days ago on the charge of murder and robbery, and officers from San Bernardino have been on his track since Saturday. He was found last night and met his death under the above circumstances. Santos Sotello, the brother of Chico Lago, is supposed to be in this vicinity and his early capture is expected. An Exasperated Community. Colusa, Cal., May 14. John Morgan shot Emmet Campbell on the street about ten o'clock last night. The ball entered just above and to the left of the left nipple, and it is thought lodged in the lung-Campbell seems to be doing well to-day. Morgan is in jail. The two men had a quarrel in a house of ill fame and drew pistols, but Campbell gave his to a woman and the two left together. When sixty or seventy feet away, the shooting occurred, Campbell says, without any further provocation. Morgan makes no statement. This is about the sixteenth homicide in this county in as many months by the worst class of society, and people are getting somewhat excited over it. The District Court has been engaged in criminal business for the last fortynight and 260 jurors have been in attendance. The Weather and the Crops. Stockton, May 15. During the past 24 hours the weather has been very changeable. Last evening a drizzling rain set in and continued throughout the night until this morning when the clouds broke and the sky became clear. About 3 o'clock this afternoon the sky again became overcast and for half an hour rain and hail fell in torrents, accompanied by lightning. It is said by old residents to be the most severe storm ever seen at this season of the year. SALINAS, May 16. The weather has been showery in this valley since yesterday morning, and it has rained quite steadily in the mountains south of here since noon yesterday. We had a fine shower this morning about daylight, which caused the water to stand in pools on the streets and roads, making them quite muddy. It has been drizzling at intervals all day and promises more rain to-night. This will help the feed in the mountains, as well as be of benefit to the growing grain in the foothills and valleys. In Pajaro Valley, Monterey county, there will be one-third of a crop. Portions of Salinas valley will yield from one-quarter to one-third of a crop. Considerable hay will also be made. SAN JOSE, May 16. There was a slight shower of rain yesterday afternoon. CHICO, May 16. There was a fine shower last night, which came very opportunely to aid in preparing the track for the running race. Grain Warehouse Burned. Modesto, May 16. Friedlander's extensive grain warehouse at Key station, seven miles south of this place, containing 1800 sacks of wheat, was destroyed by fire last night. Some of the wheat was saved by the aid of parties going from here. The empty dwellings near by were first burned and soon afterwards the flames communicated to the warehouse. Nobody was living nearer than half a mile from the place. Charged With Murder. SAN RAPARIL, May 16. Some three or four years ago a man named McKnight was murdered on Tomales Bay in this county. Rewards were offered but the perpetrators were not apprehended. Juan Salazar, now in jail here sentenced to be hanged on the 21st instant for the murder of William Brown, has made complaint against one Veto Galindo, charging him with the crime. Galindo has been arrested and his examination is set for to-morrow at two o'clock. Fire in Salinas. SALINAS, May 16. A fire broke out about 9:30 last night in the Salinas City Steam Flour Mills, owned by Travis & Fitton. The firemen were promptly on the ground but as the building was of wood and beyond the reach of the city water works, all efforts to extinguish the flames were unavailing. The mill and its contents, including several hundred sacks of barley, some wheat, and a quantity of flour, and the account books, were totally destroyed. Through the heroic efforts of the firemen with an old hand-engine a large amount of wood and a barn were saved. The entire loss is estimated at $18,000, upon which there is said to be an insurance amounting to $10,000. The mill had been running during the day, and the fire is supposed to have been accidental. Strangled. CARSON, Nev., May 15. Charles H. Bryan, ex-Judge of the Supreme Court of California, died here to-day from strangulation. He was eating dinner and attempted to swallow a large piece of roast beef. He tried to eject it but failed, and shortly after fell and expired. Dr. Davidson was called, but too late. Secretary Sherman's Decision in the Whisky Cases. WASHINGTON, May 16. Day School Society was held this evening in the Walnut street Presbyterian Church, in the presence of a crowded house. Addresses were made by Rev. Dr. Gicholls and others. The Society has established bible schools in 64,920 communities and brought 2,787,794 children under bible instructions. Last year it organized 1127 new Sunday schools and added 2,928 other schools, in all of which there are 70,730 teachers and 181,667 scholars. The Society counts this the best year of its service. It closed its fiscal year free of debt. Heavy Contracts Awarded. NEW YORK, May 17. The Indian Commissioners awarded the principal contracts for beef being 20,000,000 pounds to Joseph Parker, at $510 per hundred. The contract for flour, about 2,000,000 pounds, was given at $390 and $679 freight included. John Dobson got the contract for 200,000 blankets at $280 to $720. Claflin & Co. got the principal award for cotton; Nickerson & Robbins, medicines. The clothing contract was given to city firms; Thurber Bros., groceries; Crossman & Co. hardware. The awards aggregate $2,000,000. Five Child ren Burned to Death BINGHAMPTON, N.Y., May 17. Five children of Dunnegal, a railroad employee at Little Hook, Cortland county, were burned to death yesterday. Dunnegal and his wife were a short distance from the house when they discovered the fire and made every effort to rescue the children but the flames had gained too much headway. The cries of the little ones calling for help could be distinctly heard by the parents. The Fleet Ordered off. LIVERPOOL, May 15. The Courier's London special say the India office has information that the Russian vessels at San Francisco have been ordered to the Persian Gulf. Foreign News. CONSTANTINOPLE, May 14. The Porte is very uneasy about the supplies of arms and ammunition still to come from New York and is very angry with America for allowing the Russian squadron to remain in American waters. Bad feelings are increasing and Turkish journals have already advocated the massacre. It is certainly an opportunity to business men of this city to make my offer their invitation that this welcome to me, nations of the place on the part government of the United States, I believe fortunate array disentombed, we may and decidedly revival of business our countrys responded to that why such has lament well set us so rich in the rich in skill and services—why such has flag desert the much thought the civil war our interests, came, precipitous political and there is a reverence for which has survived its content, from others.] What can such a nation? Secretary of Gen. Sherman. Ten years after we were safe for ourselves left out situations, or any hurt in feeling, your army and are a mob cannot subsist that be a good one, beyond question to attend the meet were some to Robinson and but they all should seem to declaration of the Strangled. CARSON, Nev., May 15. Charles H. Bryan, ex-Judge of the Supreme Court of California, died here to-day from strangulation. He was eating dinner and attempted to swallow a large piece of roast beef. He tried to eject it but failed, and shortly after fell and expired. Dr. Davidson was called, but too late. Secretary Sherman's Decision in the Whisky Cases. WASHINGTON, May 16. The Secretary of the Treasury made a decision to-day regarding the Chicago whisky cases. In his letter to Assistant Secretary French, he sets forth general facts, namely: That the distillers who ask for a remission of the civil suits against them are supposed to be wealthy, of high position, and are largely engaged in other business besides distilling; that they have suffered imprisonment for their crime but have not paid their liability to the Government, and the amounts are large. He says that the question is whether to compromise for the largest amount that can be collected by legal process in ordinary business. A wise business man will not attempt to hold an insolvent debtor to a rigid payment of the full amount of his debt, but I regard this class of cases as standing upon a different footing. They are partially for taxes due to the people of the United States, the remission of which operates as an injury to every taxpaper and as a premium for fraud. The primary rule of all just taxation is equality and the certainty that an evasion of the tax laws is punished with greater severity than neglect to pay an ordinary debt. If the principle is established that a man may avoid taxes by becoming insolvent, then taxes on such productions as whisky and tobacco cannot be successfully collected. Again, these claims are largely for penalties. The power of pardon may extend to a release of these penalties where they are a part of the punishment of a criminal offense, but not to a remission of taxes or for mere liquidated damages. The President can alone pardon and can do so more freely than the Secretary of the Treasury can exercise the power to compromise mere pecuniary obligations, which is a power more dangerous and likely to be abused than that of pardon. These claims are not held over the proponents as an act of harshness or injustice, but only to secure the payment of just and equal taxes. They are not like ordinary contracts which depend upon a mutual agreement of parties, but they are prescribed by laws of general application, well known to all who embark in business and ought not to be remitted or released except for clear reasons of public policy. I have therefore declined in similar cases even in favor of sureties to release such pecuniary obligations upon the payment of nominal sums. I shall have to do so in these cases. The expecta- tion of compromise caused by the alleged action of my predecessors in recent cases may have led to a confession and a waiver of their legal rights by these defendants, and therefore I am inclined to yield to their wish that they have an opportunity to appeal to Congress for such relief as it may think right to grant them. It is the duty of this Department in the meantime to put all claims in judgment, and to see that the property of defendant is not put beyond the reach of legal process or their ability to evade the law increased by the delay. You will please prepare the requisite instructions to officers of this department and through them to the District Attorney to carry this decision into effect. Very Respectfully LIVERPOOL, May 15. The Courier's London special say the India office has information that the Russian vessels at San Francisco have been ordered to the Persian Gulf. Foreign News. CONSTANTINOLE, May 14. The Porte is very uneasy about the supplies of arms and ammunition still to come from New York and is very angry with America for allowing the Russian squadron to remain in American waters. Bad feelings are increasing and Turkish journals have already advocated the massacre of Christians. The English Representatives have demanded an explanation. Many Turks scout the idea of a friendly occupation of Constantinople by the English, and say if England wants to help Turkey she should do so on the Danube and in Asia. There is a great unceasiness among European residents. Many have left and others are leaving. The Khedive's actions are watched very distrustfully. It is known that he has been tempted repeatedly by the Russians, and it is thought that if the Turks suffer any important reverses the temptations will prove too strong for him. The Chamber of Deputies have voted an address thanking the British Government for its reply to Gortischakoff's circular. BUCHARENT, May 14. The Turks endeavored on Saturday afternoon to land at Ottertiza, but failed. General Mona has asked for reinforcements. Prince Charles has gone to Otberitza. ENZEROUM, May 14. A detachment of Cossacks advancing to Baskhay were driven back to Kakissmoun. Turkish reinforcements continue to arrive in large numbers. There is a scarcity of provisions at Alexanderople and Eruan. Telegraphic communication with Kars continues. The Russians endeavored to obtain information by tapping the wires, but were immediately discovered by their questions. The inhabitant of Erzeroum contribute liberally for the defence of Kars. VIENNA, May 12. We hear from Jassy that a revolt has broken out in the Crimea, and that the Tarats have occupied the road from Simferopol. The Jews in Jassy have been warned that if they continue prayers in their Synagogues for the success of the Turks they will be severely punished. KINCHENEFF, May 12. It is officially confirmed that the Russians sunk a large Turkish monitor on the Danube yesterday. A shell penetrated the boiler of the monitor, resulting in an explosion, which fired the magazine. She sank and the entire crew and 200 soldiers perished. LONDON, May 15. Three columns of Russian soldiers are marching toward Guirzevo, Simnitza and Magurelli with the probable design of crossing the Danube at those points. One object is to break the Turkish line and separate the corps at Wulin from the main army. The Local Option Bill Vetoed Boston, May 15. Gov. Rice has vetoed the local option bill principally on the grond that this existing license law has been in operation only a year. Investigating the Rockford Disaster. Rockford, May 17. Before the coroner's jury to-day Richardson testified that the bearing power of the piers was about 70 tons each, yet there was a weight of 130 tons on each pier when it fell, and figuring all the unusual strains in storms, there would sometimes be 250 tons weight on each. He had at his own expense strengthened the piers beyond the specifications. Key, of Chicago, testified that the work was in several particulars stronger than the specifications called for. The Superintendent should have watched the quality of material, but the architect should have also known that the brick was inferior and the workmanship not equal to the specifications. Twenty tons to the square foot was the outside limit of safety, but he preferred fifteen. Heavy Storms in Kansas. Archinson, May 17. It has been raining throughout this section for eight days and nights, with only occasional intervals of an hour or so between the showers. The ground is thoroughly soaked. All the rivers and creeks are full and considerable damage has been done to the various lines of railroads centering in this city. Sunday School Convention. St. Louis, May 17. The 53d anniversary of the American Sun- It is officially confirmed that the Russians sunk a large Turkish monitor on the Danube yesterday. A shell penetrated the boiler of the monitor, resulting in an explosion, which fired the magazine. She sank and the entire crew and 200 soldiers perished. London, May 15. Three columns of Russian soldiers are marching toward Guirzevo, Simnitza and Magurelli with the probable design of crossing the Danube at those points. One object is to break the Turkish line and separate the corps at Wulin from the main army. The Turks appear to be contemplating crossing to Kalafat. They have at that point two monitors, one war steamer and eight sailing barks. London, May 15. An Italian transport, with 200 guns, took soundings of Durazzo. A Turkish steamer threatened the Italian Captain, who thereupon loaded his guns, but the Turkish authorities interfered and averted an engagement. The Italian Captain said that sixteen Italian war vessels would shortly appear off the coast of Aldania. The State Baptist Convention met in San Francisco last week. The report of the Missionary Board was read, giving very fully the operations in that field. During the year itinerant Missionary, Rev. C. A. Bateman, traveled 9000 miles, preached 402 sermons, and yet had energy enough left to stir up the people of three parishes to clear off their church debt. Following is a summary of the report: Eleven Missionaries added; 350 weeks of missionary work performed; 717 sermons preached; 614 prayer meetings attended; 4,957 religious visits made; 2 new church edifices dedicated; 7 Sunday schools organized; 1 ordination attended; 576 persons brought into Sunday school; 9000 miles traveled in missionary work; $970 raised from Mission Churches for benevolent objects; $5946 expended in support of missionary workers; $1000 expended on Chinese Mission work in San Francisco; $7000 loaned to churches in debt, showing a grand total of $14,916 rendered to the missionary cause and benevolent objects under the auspices of the Convention and the fostering help of the American Baptist Home Missionary Society, for the period covered by this report. A bill has passed the Illinois Legislature authorizing railroad conductors to stop trains and put off everybody playing cards for money or using obscene language.