anaheim-gazette 1877-06-09

WEEKLY GAZETTE SATURDAY... JUNE 9, 1877. The highest point yet attained by any railroad will be reached on the summit of the Laveta Pass, in the Langre de Christo mountains, by the Southwestern extension of the Denver and Rio Grande Railway. The altitude of the summit is 2,340 feet. A TULARE COUNTY farmer proposes to get irrigating streams in a novel way. The fall of the valley is about ten feet to the mile. Permanent water is found at a depth of 18 feet. He proposes to dig a canal from the level of living water on a slight incline down the valley slope. The natural fall will permit the water to reach the surface in about two miles by conducting it in a flume. An exhaustless stream, independent of all established riparian rights, will thus be obtained. The San Diego News says: "We believe that the grape is about the only fruit, with the exception perhaps of the fig, that will amount to much in this county the present year. So far as we hear, there will be few oranges, apples, peaches, pears or apricots. The cause for the failure seems to be unknown. Here, at the first of June, lots of the trees are bare of leaf. Some think the trees are skin-bound, and others attribute the failure to the want of rain in the Winter. One gentleman told us that his peaches would not yield ten pounds this year to a hundred last, and that is a big falling off." In Guatemala, South America, the destruction of the forests in the neighborhood of cities is being attended with disastrous effects. The harvests are less in quantity and less to be relied upon, new forms of sickness have sprung up, the weather is more capricious. The want of wood for fuel and other purposes is almost seriously felt. Near Sensutepec, in San Salvador, a large extent of forest ground has been destroyed to plant a sort of indigo, and since then storms which before were very moderate have assumed a most violent character. The Eucalyptus globulus is now being planted. POLITICAL JOTTINGS. In our last jotting we stated that Mr. Tarwater, of Downey, would be a candidate before the Democratic Convention for County Auditor. The Downey Courier corrects us by stating that Mr. Tarwater is a Republican and will seek the nomination of that party. In extenation of our mistake we would draw the attention of the Courier and Mr. Tarwater to the fact that it is generally considered that a residence in Downey is indubitable proof of Democracy. We were not previously aware that there were any Republicans in Downey. We condole with Mr. Tarwater on his isolated position, and we doubt not he is politically lonesome. Mr. Anderson, of Orange, says he is not a candidate for Auditor. Mr. Anderson is possessed of greater common sense than he is generally given credit for. The office of Tax Collector is one of the most pleasant positions in the county, and quite naturally Mr. Kremer, the present incumbent, desires a re-election. We have heard no fault found with the manner in which the affairs of the office have been administered. A rather long experience as office-holder has taught Mr. Kremer just how to popularize himself with the people. He will probably get the Democratic nomination. The Republicans have brought to the surface a very popular gentleman to contest for the office of Tax Collector. We allude to Geo. H. Kimball, formerly of Los Alamitos Ranch. There can be very little doubt that he would make it very lively for his opponent, because he is quite popular, and his friends are numerous in both parts. Mr. Kremer could not afford to "lay back on his oars" with Kimball for an opponent. In addition to the candidates previously mentioned for the U.S. Senate, must be added the name of Chief Justice Wallace. We are told that in the northern part of the State there is quite a demand that he allow his name to be used. Judge Wallace is a Democrat of great influence, and is probably the most able man mentioned in connection with the Senatorship. A J. Howard (son of Howard, the prohibition censor Senator) is said to be a candidate "subject to the decision of Convention." Although this office will be between and Don David Alexander ably be half a dozen others only to retire before the mvention, after many effectors of some kind or other. We love that Mr. Howard has in view, and hope that he will continue in it until the But at the same time it is of the utter hopelessness The prize must be given eAlexander. A CARTER The Anaheim Gazette, the fact of Mr. James C. H., preme audacity to be a carice of County Treasurer, that it does not know him shows that its owner is not in the city or county, as M in this vicinity, has lived and is so well known, and teem, that he was beaten in tion only 30 votes for the carier by Mr. L. M. Hellmann and popular banker. This Mr. Kays would make a gievthe Democracy. Mr. Kay's office, but his friends not o him as a candidate, but wi to nominate and elect him should get a directory and any person in the county. The above card was publie Angeles Republicon on Mo Kays has acquired a temp through mention by the C made inquiries concerning a result we learn that he is circle of friends in the city that he fulfills his duties as ware store with an ab genius, and that he is a for City Treasurer. He is of the city. And that is not be nominated. Were friends are acting very matter—they are pitting very obscure man against known gentleman, who ha An interesting lecture was given in London lately on the productions and economic customs of Morocco. The number of manufactures is not large, but carpets are brought to a high degree of perfection, in great measure by reason of the excellence of dyes derived from the barks of trees which flourish there. Their metal work—the Southern provinces are exceedingly rich in minerals—is beautiful and, as everybody knows, their leather is renowned. They make it in only four colors—a bright buff, white, red and reddish brown. The amount exported in 1870 was valued at $115,000; that of the woolen stuffs and carpets exported in 1871 at $80,000. In all parts of the country they adopt a peculiar and very effective plan for preserving cereals, by digging great holes in the ground which they seal up hermetically with lime and other material, and wheat thus garnered will remain in order for twenty and even thirty years. Governor Irwin has recently been made the subject of a multitude of invidious remarks by the press of the State for his action in the matter of granting pardons to convicts. It is claimed that he abuses his pardoning power, and releases convicts without making sufficient investigation into the merits of the case. That the charge of the excessive use of the pardoning power is not founded in fact is shown by comparing the pardons issued by former Governors with the number issued by Governor Irwin. During the first eighteen months of Governor Booth's administration, 81 pardons were issued; during the first nine months of Pacheco's administration, 63; during Irwin's term up to date, eighteen months, 54. The publication of these figures should have the effect of stopping the outcry which has been made against the Governor. When Sir Samuel Baker, the African traveller, was taking leave of Kamrasi, King of Unyoro, that potentate asked him, as a particular favor, to leave Lady Baker behind. This cool request raised Sir Samuel's irie, and in high indignation he told the King that if ever he made such a request again he would shoot him. Lady Baker, too, who overheard and understood the offer, felt that a word from her would not be out of place, and gave the monarch a piece of her mind in the strongest language she could command. His Majesty for a while was greatly astonished, being unconscious of having given any offence. At last, seeing that his guests were really destruction of the forests in the neighborhood of cities is being attended with disastrous effects. The harvests are less in quantity and less to be relied upon, new forms of sickness have sprung up, the weather is more capricious. The want of wood for fuel and other purposes is almost seriously felt. Near Sensutepec, in San Salvador, a large extent of forest ground has been destroyed to plant a sort of indigo, and since then storms which before were very moderate have assumed a most violent character. The Eucalyptus globulus is now being planted. In addition to the candidates previously mentioned for the U.S. Senate, must be added the name of Chief Justice Wallace. We are told that in the northern part of the State there is quite a demand that he allow his name to be used. Judge Wallace is a Democrat of great influence, and is probably the most able man mentioned in connection with the Senatorship. Col. Geo. H. Smith has formally announced that he is a candidate for the State Senate. Although he is undoubtedly the choice of his party, there will be of course some opposition to his nomination. Gen. McConnell is credited with remarking that he will stump the county in opposition to Col. Smith's nomination. Can it be that the distinguished Independent is a sorehead, and that the almost unanimous demand for Col. Smith's nomination, and the persistent ignoring of McConnell's claims to the office, has caused a ranking envy in his aged breast? However, we do not think it possible for even the adroit McConnell to turn the tide of popular will in this matter. Col. Smith will get the nomination. Mr. H. D. Barrows is the most prominent Republican mentioned for the State Senate. In fact, it is admitted that he would make the best run for the office. He would add great strength to the ticket, and materially help to overcome that "old-time majority" which the Herald is so fond of alluding to. One of the most complacent, satisfied men in the county is, or ought to be, A.W. Ryan, County Assessor. Being elected for four years, he has to take no part in the turmoil of the election this year. The Gazette having contributed its share toward placing him in position, we are pleased to bear witness to the efficiency with which he has conducted his office. His position is one of the most responsible, and calls for business capacity and sound judgment in the holder. That these qualifications are possessed by Mr. Ryan, every person will readily admit. The Legislative offices seem to go a-begging so far. The only aspirants for the Democratic nomination, who are actually seeking it, are Judge Holloway of Downey and Judge Hopper of El Monte. On that side of the house there has also been mentioned the names of Theo. Rimpau and R.W. Scott, of Anaheim, G.L.Russell of Santa Ana, and Judge Morgan of Santa Monica. It is exceedingly doubtful if the Messrs. Rimpau and Scott desire the nomination; but, as we have heretofore had occasion to remark, the people do not always prefer to cast their votes for the men most active in seeking them. On the Republican side, R.D. Pitt, of Los Angeles, is the only one who has publicly asked the suffrages of his dear fellow-citizens, although the names of Dr. Coon, of Santa Monica, and J.R.Brierly, of Los Angeles, have been mentioned. Mr. Pitt has issued friends are numerous in both parties. Kremer could not afford to "lay back on his oars" with Kimball for an opponent. In addition to the candidates previously mentioned for the U.S. Senate, must be added the name of Chief Justice Wallace. We are told that in the northern part of the State there is quite a demand that he allow his name to be used. Judge Wallace is a Democrat of great influence, and is probably the most able man mentioned in connection with the Senatorship. Col. Geo. H. Smith has formally announced that he is a candidate for the State Senate. Although he is undoubtedly the choice of his party, there will be of course some opposition to his nomination. Gen. McConnell is credited with remarking that he will stump the county in opposition to Col. Smith's nomination. Can it be that the distinguished Independent is a sorehead, and that the almost unanimous demand for Col. Smith's nomination, and the persistent ignoring of McConnell's claims to the office, has caused a ranking envy in his aged breast? However, we do not think it possible for even the adroit McConnell to turn the tide of popular will in this matter. Col. Smith will get the nomination. Mr. H.D. Barrows is the most prominent Republican mentioned for the State Senate. In fact, it is admitted that he would make the best run for the office. He would add great strength to the ticket, and materially help to overcome that "old-time majority" which the Herald is so fond of alluding to. One of the most complacent, satisfied men in the county is, or ought to be, A.W. Ryan, County Assessor. Being elected for four years, he has to take no part in the turmoil of the election this year. The Gazette having contributed its share toward placing him in position, we are pleased to bear witness to the efficiency with which he has conducted his office. His position is one of the most responsible, and calls for business capacity and sound judgment in the holder. That these qualifications are possessed by Mr. Ryan, every person will readily admit. The Legislative offices seem to go a-begging so far. The only aspirants for the Democratic nomination, who are actually seeking it, are Judge Holloway of Downey and Judge Hopper of El Monte. On that side of the house there has also been mentioned the names of Theo. Rimpau and R.W. Scott, of Anaheim, G.L.Russell of Santa Ana, and Judge Morgan of Santa Monica. It is exceedingly doubtful if the Messrs. Rimpau and Scott desire the nomination; but, as we have heretofore had occasion to remark, the people do not always prefer to cast their votes for the men most active in seeking them. On the Republican side, R.D. Pitt, of Los Angeles, is the only one who has publicly asked the suffrages of his dear fellow-citizens, although the names of Dr. Coon, of Santa Monica, and J.R.Brierly, of Los Angeles, have been mentioned. The Los Angeles Herald lists two sides to this question that any State institution listed on the southern coast public treasury ought to gratify a petty local demographer or Treka would find purposes for which such is signed. Santa Barbara Viles San Bernardino and Santo at last election cast as or one-twelfth of all in many as are cast by The (Marin Sonoma Solano Nicino), which has never had tor Federal Court or Supreme mining counties which haveral Court or a State instituted discrimination whatever geocities Its distance from population,and from rite is a disadvantage for whichthe State should not be putSenatorhip and Government Edward Bosquit, under the patronage of the Vinicultural Society of California, is now printing chromo-lithographs by what is called the oleographic process, of twenty leading varieties of the grapes cultivated in this State. The original pictures are each about ten by twelve inches, showing at least one bunch of the grapes with part of the stem and the upper side of one leaf and the lower of another, thus giving the points by which the different kinds are usually distinguished. The painting is done in watercolors, by Miss Millard, of San Jose, and is highly meritorious in an artistic point of view, and true to nature in form and color. The designs are transferred to stone by William Harring, an artist of experience and merit. Each picture must receive at least sixteen impressions all in different tints, before the effect is complete, and to print 500 copies of each of the twenty pictures will require more than a year's labor of four or five persons. The expense of the publication will be $20,000 and when completed will probably be one of the finest artistic works ever issued from the press at the demand of industrial interests. Artistically considered, it is decidedly superior to the illustrations of Andubon, and wherever seen it will do much credit to the intelligence and enterprise as well as the horticulture of California. On the Republican side, R. D. Pitt, of Los Angeles, is the only one who has publicly asked the suffrages of his dear fellow-citizens, although the names of Dr. Coon, of Santa Monica, and J. R. Brierly, of Los Angeles, have been mentioned. Mr. Pitt has issued an address, giving his views on State National and local questions. Mr. Pitt is in full accord with President Hayes in his Southern policy; believes in legislative action on the Mongolian question, but wisely omits to mention whether he is in favor of legislative enactments averse to that despised people or in favor of them; he believes in education and a free school system; in holding the public domain for the use of genuine settlers; the relinquishment of all fees to the public treasury and the payment of fair salaries to public officers; is opposed to the Board of Public Works Bill; and is in favor of State division. Mr. Pitt is a money and land broker, and we believe, is very successful in that line of business. He should remember that in a dry year the county needs all the land and money brokers it can get. He should also remember that if he meddles in politics his business will go to the d—ogs; to the bottomless Pitt, so to speak. He should reconsider his determination to make a martyr of himself. We cannot spare Pitt. J. R. Brierly, the recognized leader of the party, would be a good candidate. He is an able politician and has certainly done enough for his party to entitle his claims to recognition. By all means give Mr. Brierly the nomination. If elected, Los Angeles county would be represented by a man of brains—one who would have the ability and will to put through measures for the benefit of his constituents. Dr. Coon is Chairman of the Republican County Central Committee. Barrin' an occasional eccentricity in spelling (wide Mirror) we believe nothing is urged against him. But he is not known well enough to create any names of Theo. Rimpan and R. W. Scott, of Anaheim, G. L. Russell of Santa Ana, and Judge Morgan of Santa Monica. It is exceedingly doubtful if the Messrs. Rimpan and Scott desire the nomination; but, as we have heretofore had occasion to remark, the people do not always prefer to cast their votes for the men most active in seeking them. On the Republican side, R. D. Pitt, of Los Angeles, is the only one who has publicly asked the suffrages of his dear fellow-citizens, although the names of Dr. Coon, of Santa Monica, and J. R. Brierly, of Los Angeles, have been mentioned. Mr. Pitt has issued an address, giving his views on State National and local questions. Mr. Pitt is in full accord with President Hayes in his Southern policy; believes in legislative action on the Mongolian question, but wisely omits to mention whether he is in favor of legislative enactments averse to that despused people or in favor of them; he believes in education and a free school system; in holding the public domain for the use of genuine settlers; the relinquishment of all fees to the public treasury and the payment of fair salaries to public officers; is opposed to the Board of Public Works Bill; and is in favor of State division. Mr. Pitt is a money and land broker, and we believe, is very successful in that line of business. He should remember that in a dry year the county needs all the land and money brokers it can get. He should also remember that if he meddles in politics his business will go to the d—ogs; to the bottomless Pitt, so to speak. He should reconsider his determination to make a martyr of himself. We cannot spare Pitt. J. R. Brierly, the recognized leader of the party, would be a good candidate. He is an able politician and has certainly done enough for his party to entitle his claims to recognition. By all means give Mr. Brierly the nomination. If elected, Los Angeles county would be represented by a man of brains—one who would have the ability and will to put through measures for the benefit of his constituents. Dr. Coon is Chairman of the Republican County Central Committee. Barrin' an occasional eccentricity in spelling (wide Mirror) we believe nothing is urged against him. But he is not known well enough to create any names of Theo. Rimpan and R. W. Scott, of Anaheim, G. L. Russell of Santa Ana, and Judge Morgan of Santa Monica. It is exceedingly doubtful if the Messrs. Rimpan and Scott desire the nomination; but, as we have heretofore had occasion to remark, the people do not always prefer to cast their votes for the men most active in seeking them. On the Republican side, R. D. Pitt, of Los Angeles, is the only one who has publicly asked the suffrages of his dear fellow-citizens, although the names of Dr. Coon, of Santa Monica, and J. R. Brierly, of Los Angeles, have been mentioned. Mr. Pitt has issued an address, giving his views on State National and local questions. Mr. Pitt is in full accord with President Hayes in his Southern policy; believes in legislative action on the Mongolian question, but wisely omits to mention whether he is in favor of legislative enactments averse to that despused people or in favor of them; he believes in education and a free school system; in holding the public domain for the use of genuine settlers; the relinquishment of all fees to the public treasury and the payment of fair salaries to public officers; is opposed to the Board of Public Works Bill; and is in favor of State division. Mr. Pitt is a money and land broker, and we believe, is very successful in that line of business. He should remember that in a dry year the county needs all the land and money brokers it can get. He should also remember that if he meddles in politics his business will go to the d—ogs; to the bottomless Pitt, so to speak. He should reconsider his determination to make a martyr of himself. We cannot spare Pitt. J.R.Brierly,therecognizedleaderofthepartywouldbeagoodcandidate.Hisanablepoliticianandhascertaindyedenoughforhispartytocentrliesoforangetrees,thelatycay.itisademostrateddersareinjurioustothere trees,andthosewhohave togetherarerootingupthe injuryisattributedtothe especiallyattacktheo Restitution New IntheSweenycaseyeastbrookannouncedthatthecompanyis$400,000whichistobehughSmithexecutoroftheestate.AfterareasonableissimulationaccordingtopromotionagainstSweeneywillbefoundItissaidthatOakeyHerturnnowandthatTweedynewsfotheproceedingsonthesbetterchanceofaproperty Greenback Columbus TheStateGreenbackwasasmallaffair.Thereboththegreatpoliticalpowerno relieftothecountry.greenbackplatform188resolutionsisonefavorinthesilverdollar.wasnominatedforGovernmentPowellforLieut-Governmentofficerswerealsonominate enthrasiasm for his ticket. Besides, we want a representative from this end of the county. A J. Howard (son of Gen. Volney E. Howard, the prohibition candidate for State Senator) is said to be a candidate for Sheriff "subject to the decision of the Democratic Convention." Although the real fight for this office will be between Major Mitchell and Don David Alexander, there will probably be half a dozen others brought forward, only to retire before the meeting of the Convention, after many effected a "compromise" of some kind or other. We are loth to believe that Mr. Howard has some such object in view, and hope that being in the field, he will continue in it until the Convention meets. But at the same time it is well to warn him of the utter hopelessness of his ambition. The prize must be given either to Mitchell or Alexander. A CARD. The Anaheim Gazette seems to ridicule the fact of Mr. James C. Kays having the supreme audacity to be a candidate for the office of County Treasurer. It acknowledges that it does not know him. That one fact shows that its owner is not much acquainted in the city or county, as Mr. Kays was born in this vicinity, has lived here all his life, and is so well known, and held in such esteem, that he was beaten in the last city election only 30 votes for the office of city Treasurer by Mr. L. M. Hellman, the well-known and popular banker. This alone shows that Mr. Kays would make a good candidate for the Democracy. Mr. Kays is not seeking the office, but his friends not only propose to run him as a candidate, but we expect to be able to nominate and elect him. The Gazette should get a directory and see if they know any person in the county. DEMOCRAT. The above card was published in the Los Angeles Republican on Monday. Since Mr. Kays has acquired a temporary prominence, through mention by the Gazette, we have made inquiries concerning the gentleman. As a result we learn that he is beloved by a large circle of friends in the city of Los Angeles; that he fulfills his duties as clerk in a hardware store with an ability bordering on genius, and that he is a defeated candidate for City Treasurer. He is not known outside of the city. And that is the reason he will not be nominated. We think Mr. Kays' friends are acting very unadvisedly in this matter—they are pitting a very good but very obscure man against a popular and well-known gentleman, who has great claims upon Letters of Marque. The Czar has issued a proclamation to the effect that Letters of Marque will not be issued under his authority. In this, the Autocrat of all the Russians shows symptoms of a desire to rank with the more progressive nations of Europe. Since the Crimean War, England and France have condemned the practice of privateering as being inconsistent with civilization, and after the Treaty of Paris these Powers invited the United States to join them in a declaration to that effect. The United States Government, however, asserted its right to use its merchantmen in case of war, unless the European Powers would consent that the private property of the subjects of a belligerent was exempt from seizure on the high seas. When the civil war broke out in this country, and American property was peril from the issuing of Letters of Marque by the Confederate Government, then the American Secretary of State was induced to accede to the declaration of the European Plenipotentiaries, but England and France declined, and thus the matter rests at this day. The old rule is that everything is fair in war, and Letters of Marque, when confined to the subjects of the belligerents, are doubtless a fair and legitimate mode of harrassing the enemy, but when issued to neutralis it becomes an odious form of engaging them in hostilities. The subjects of the nation at war have the plea of patriotism to justify them in the part they take, but the neutral can plead no patriotic motive; he is at best a legalized pirate, and is so regarded by civilized nations. Since the outbreak of the war some of our contemporaries have been calculating on-the-prospect of England being drawn into the struggle, and the equipment of American privateers to prey upon British commerce. The Czar's proclamation places somewhat of a damper upon their hopes. We have already expressed an opinion that the sympathies of true Americans are not anti-English, and that anti-English sentiments are chiefly confined to the naturalized classes, or a portion of them, many of whom have been compelled to leave their native land in consequence of their turbulent and revolutionary dispositions. This portion of the foreign element is ever lonest in its talk of freedom and independence, but, as far as they are concerned, for freedom we might substitute the word "license," and explain their claim to independence as men not to be depended on. They anger at the liberal policy, the social customs and the ancient aristocracy of England and profess friendship. BY TELEGRAPH: Market Report. SAN FRANCISCO, June 7. PLOUR—Extra is jobbing at $8 00@8 50. WHEAT—Shipping and milling $2 40. BARLEY—Feed, $1 55; brewing, $1 60. OATS—Quotable at $1 85@2 20. POTATOES—Old, 30@45; new, best grade, ONIONS—New, $1,00@1 12. EYE—Good coast, $1 75. CORN—Large yellow, $1 80@1 85. HOPS—Current prices are 14@17e, as to quality. BEANS—Small white, $2 75@3 00; pea, $3 00@3 25; pink, $4 50@4 75; bayo,$5 50@5 75. HOUSE—Comb in frame,7@12e; strained, 5@7c. Beeswax quotable at 28@27c. BUTTER—California fresh roll, 28@32c; California tub and firkin, 25@29c; for new. CHISEE—New California, 13@16e; do old, 6@12c; Eastern, 18@20c. Patent Issued. SAN FRANCISCO, June 4. A new patent has been issued for the rancho San Juan Cajon de Santa Ana, comprising 315,023 acres in Los Angeles county, to Juan Ontivero. Stage Accident. PACHERO, June 5. The morning stage from Oakland to Concord met with a serious accident yesterday near Lafayette. While descending Charles Hill the brakes gave out, rendering the horses unmanageable, and resulting in the overturning off a bridge, down an embankment twenty feet high. T. Downing, one of the proprietors, was killed, and the driver sustained a badly broken thigh. Two passengers, a lady and a gentleman, names unknown, are it is feared, fatally injured. The Border Troubles. CHICAGO, June 3. The Inter.Ocean's Washington special says: Secretary McCrary says that the letter instructing Gen. Ord concerning late Mexican troubles expresses the deliberate and carefully formed determination of the President and Cabinet. It means neither annexation nor war, but means speedy and effective suppression of Mexican raids across the border at any cost. It is by no means the object of the President, as some charge, to stir up outside territory, almost in spite of plains are no delay. Settlers there commit defiance. A terrific sixteen million dead attoyed.Watkins,Burton M Moore,G Mormon,a number of undoubted killed were persons stifled.Later bodies had ded have wingsings are bad of the whale.Mt.Carne nado last 3,000 inhabitanes Railroads destroyed House,two churches,school hours and about were desired fire.The to $500,000.The sam through mention by the GAZETTE, we have made inquiries concerning the gentleman. As a result we learn that he is beloved by a large circle of friends in the city of Los Angeles; that he fulfills his duties as clerk in a hardware store with an ability bordering on genius, and that he is a defeated candidate for City Treasurer. He is not known outside of the city. And that is the reason he will not be nominated. We think Mr. Kays' friends are acting very unadvisedly in this matter—they are pitting a very good but very obscure man against a popular and well-known gentleman, who has great claims upon his party. As we have stated, Mr. Kays is doubtless well and favorably known in Los Angeles city, but it must be borne in mind that, at an election, the city sinks into comparative insignificance. It is the country precincts that roll up the votes, and certainly no convention would be insane, enough to ignore the claims of a gentleman whose name is familiar even in the most remote parts of the county, and give the nomination to an obscure hardware clerk, with no followers outside of the circle in which he moves. "Democrat" is either grossly ignorant or he wilfully misrepresents facts. "I. M. Hellman, the well known and popular banker," was not Mr. Kays' opponent for City Treasurer. The Mr. Hellman who defeated Mr. Kays has never been known as a banker, and is not the president of the Farmers' and Merchants' Bank, as "Democrat" would have the public believe, or as he himself believes. We advise "Democrat" to get a directory for very obvious reasons. The Los Angeles Herald complains that the Government and both political parties discriminate against Southern California, and that if justice had been done it would have some State institution, an occasional term of the State Supreme Court, a Federal District Court, and a Senatorship or Governorship; to all of which things Southern California is declared to have essential rights, which should not be relinquished, and upon which every candidate for the Legislature should be pledged to insist. It is, however, barely possible that there are two sides to this question. The supposition that any State institution should be established on the southern coast implies that the public treasury ought to be sacrificed to gratify a petty local demand. An asylum university, normal school or prison at Los Angeles or Yreka would fail to subserve the purposes for which such institutions are designed. Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, San Bernardino and San Diego counties at the last election cast about 13,000 votes, or one-twelfth of all in the State, and not so many as are cast by the San Pablo district (Marin, Sonoma, Solano, Napa, and Mendocino), which has never had a Governor, Senator, Federal Court or Supreme Court, or the mining counties, which have neither a Federal Court or a State institution. There is no discrimination whatever against Los Angeles: Its distance from the bulk of the population, and from the main lines of travel, is a disadvantage for which other parts of the State should not be punished. As for the Senatehip and Governorship those gen- The Czar's proclamation places somewhat of a damper upon their hopes. We have already expressed an opinion that the sympathies of true Americans are not anti-English, and that anti-English sentiments are chiefly confined to the naturalized classes, or a portion of them, many of whom have been compelled to leave their native land in consequence of their turbulent and revolutionary dispositions. This portion of the foreign element is ever londest in its talk of freedom and independence, but, as far as they are concerned, for freedom we might substitute the word "license," and explain their claim to independence as men not to be depended on. They sneer at the liberal policy, the social customs and the ancient aristocracy of England, and profess friendship and admiration for a despotic power, like Russia, whose whole history is one of aggression, tyranny and oppression. Fomely privateering was considered to be a legitimate mode of warfare, and sanctioned by all civilized nations; it is now almost universally condemned. The United States are most favorably situated to engage in such service, and in the days of sailing vessels were perhaps also well provided; but it must be remembered that steam power has greatly altered the conditions under which privateering can now be carried on. Were Americans free to engage in this doubtfully honest business, they possess but few if any vessels suitable for the purpose. In the present advanced stage of navigation a privateer could do but little damage to England's commerce, unless propelled by steam power; and such vessels America does not possess, and never will possess until the illiberal policy which prevents our citizens from buying in the best market, and having their purchases protected by their country's flag, is changed. Suffrage for Women. [New York Sun, May 28] The annual convention of the New York State Woman's Suffrage Association was held yesterday. Mrs. Blake aminadvertied upon Gov. Robinson's veto of the Woman's School bill. The convention passed the following: Whereas, Woman has hitherto been at liberty to go down to the lowest level of degradation, side by side with her brotler man, his power and influence stimulating her so to do, therefore be it Resolved That henceforth she be given equal liberty with him to rise to the highest level of moral intellectual, and legislative attainments, toward which he so fondly aspires. Resolved That the law which deprives the married mother of all control over her children, making her but the servant of her husband in all matters concerning them, is a law which invites the degradation of woman, is an insult to all womankind, is a disgrace to humanity, is contrary to nature, and is a blasphemous defiance of the Creator, who has himself placed all children directly in the mother's charge and under her control. Resolved That as the ballot means protection, the women of New York demand it in order to protect themselves against such invidious legislation as the veto of the Woman's School bill. Resolved That the right of suffrage is a national right, and that States should not possess the power to prohibit, but only to regulate it. Resolved That all friends of woman's suffrage throughout the State should exert their utmost endeavors to secure signatures to a Sixteenth Amendment petition, and the passage of a national law that shall prohibit the respective States from disfranchising woman on the ground of sex. Resolved That the experience of Cornell and Syracuse universities proves woman's ability to compete with men in all educational interest, and that we demand the passage of a law securing to her the right to The Border Troubles. Chicago, June 3. The Inter.Ocean's Washington special says: Secretary McCrary says that the letter instructing Gen. Ord concerning late Mexican troubles, expresses the deliberate carefully formed determination of the President and Cabinet. It means neither annexation nor war, but means speedy and effective suppression of Mexican raids across the border at any cost. It is by no means the object of the President, as some charge, to stir up outside trouble in order to attract attention from internal affairs. He never thought of such a thing. Gen. Ord does not think that the Mexican raids have been exaggerated, either in number or importance. The Texas border is over 1200 miles long, and many raids are never heard of through the press. Twenty or thirty persons have been killed during the past eight months, and the raids are increasing. Dinner to Hendricks. New York, June 5. The Manhattan Club has decided upon giving a dinner to ex-Gov. Hendricks on the 12th inst., prior to his departure for Europe. Among those expected to be present are ex-Gov. Seymour, Speaker Randall, Charles Francis Adams, Senators Bayard, Thurman and Eaton and some of the prominent men of the House, ex-Gov. Robinson, Lieut-Gov. Dorsheimer and other prominent city Democrats and members of the Club. Not a Recent Upharval. New York, Jun 4. Wm. C. Triplel, who claims to have lived ten years on the coast near where the City of San Francisco went down, writes to the Herald that the rock on which she struck has been known for years. He informed most of old captains on the Pacific Mail line of its existence himself. In 1862 the British ship Tartar went in search of it and found and made a report of it. It is seven or eight miles west-south-west from what are known on the coast as the Bajose De San Nicholas," St. Nicholas Shoals." It is never quite exposed, but in rough weather the sea breaks heavily upon it. It appears to be a solitary rock, with deep water all around it. In 1858 or 1860, the steamship Washington, on her way from Panama to San Francisco struck on it, and after her arrival in San Francisco and being docked, large pieces of rock were found sticking in her bottom, A Youthful Robber. New York, June 4. The National Exchange Bank was robbed of a package containing $10,000 on Saturday afternoon. A young boy entered the bank made some inquiries of the Cashier, which necessitated the Cashier's opening the gate,and while his back was turned for a moment,the boy got away with the money. Fires at Chico. Chico Cal., June 6. The Chico soap factory, which was burned in Spring in Chicago by the Council of Nineand three known in Spring in Chicago destroyed House,two schoolshowedwere desiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$5000000weredesiredfire.Theto$500 The San Diego Union, says that it may be of interest to orange growers to know that wherever oleanders are planted in the vicinity of orange trees, the latter suffer and decay. It is a demonstrated fact that oleanders are injurious to the health of orange trees, and those who have the two growing together are rooting up the oleander. The injury is attributed to the scale which seems to especially attack the oleander plant. Restitution. New York, June 7. In the Sweeny case yesterday, Judge Westbrook announced that the amount to be paid is $400,000, which is to be handed over by Hugh Smith, executor of Peter B. Sweeny's estate. After a reasonable time, if restitution is made according to promise, all the cases against Sweeney will be formally dismissed. It is said that Oakey Hall will probably return now and that Tweed, who received the news of the proceedings to-day with pleasure, has a better chance of a speedy release. Greenback Fizzle. Columbus, Ohio, June 7. The State Greenback Convention to-day was a small affair. The resolutions denounce both the great political parties for bringing no relief to the country, and re-affirm the greenback platform of 1876. Among other resolutions is one favoring the remonetization of the silver dollar. Stephen Johnson was nominated for Governor and John R. Powell for Lieut-Governor. Other State officers were also nominated. One of the heaviest wool purchases of the season was made yesterday by W. W. Stewart & Co., who bought the entire fine clip of Warner’s Ranch from Gov. Downey, Phillips and J. Metzker. This clip of wool is one of the largest and best lots in Southern California and is upwards of seventy thousand pounds—San Diego Union. Resolved, That the right of suffrage is a national right, and that States should not possess the power to prohibit, but only to regulate it. Resolved, That all friends of woman’s suffrage throughout the State should exert their utmost endeavors to secure signatures to a Sixteenth Amendment petition, and the passage of a national law that shall prohibit the respective States from disfranchising woman on the ground of sex. Resolved, That the experience of Cornell and Syracuse universities proves woman’s ability to compete with men in all educational interest, and that we demand the passage of a law securing to her the right to enter every branch of the legal profession. Brandy in Bond. It is in the power of the Commissioner of Internal Revenue to make an arrangement which will be advantageous alike to the government and a class of tax payers. Under the existing law California brandy may be stored in bonded warehouses and the tax be withheld until it is taken out. This is a great convenience to the manufacturers, as of course they save the interest on the capital invested in stamps, during the whole time brandy is in bond. At present, however, all the bonded warehouses for the storage of this brandy are in California and that is a drawback. The market for this California brandy is New York, and that is where the manufacturers would store it, if they were permitted to do so. A similar arrangement has already been made with regard to tea and other commodities, they being shipped in sealed cars, and sent under the charge of customs officers to bonded warehouses in the interior. If the Commissioner, who is empowered to locate the bonded warehouses, would do this, the manufacturers would be perfectly willing to bear the cost of officers required to convoy the brandy to New York, and the revenue would be greater, from the fact that the sales would be larger. The eastern purchaser, moreover, would then possess a guarantee for his brandy which he cannot have so long as it has to cross the continent after leaving the warehouse, before reaching him. There is, in fact, no preceptible objection to the arrangement, and as it is calculated to relieve and benefit a growing industry we trust that the Commissioner will take steps to have the necessary changes made.—Sacramento Record Union. A Youthful Robber. New York, June 4. The National Exchange Bank was robbed of a package containing $10,000 on Saturday afternoon. A young boy entered the bank, made some inquiries of the Cashier, which necessitated the Cashier’s opening the gate, and, while his back was turned for a moment, the boy got away with the money. Fires at Chico. Chico, Cal., June 6. The Chico soap factory, which was burned early in Spring by the Council of Nine, and rebuilt, and which was completed only about ten days ago, was burned again this morning. The factory was owned by Sterling, Serven & Co. Their loss was about $500. General Bidwell’s loss in lumber is $120. There had been no fire in the place since last Saturday, and it was undoubtedly the work of an incendiary. Last evening a grain field belonging to J. H. Beaumont, of 100 acres in extent, was burned. The location of the fire was on the west side of the Sacramento river, opposite Vino, and it caught from a camp fire used by some emigrants on their way to Oregon. A Belligerent Murderer. Woodland, June 6. Judge Denson, of the Sixth District Court, yesterday sentenced Charles D. Baird to ten years imprisonment in the State Prison, for the murder of James Cooney in Washington, Yolo County, on the 20th of April, 1876. After sentence, Baird resisted the Sheriff, who with the assistance of the Under Sheriff was compelled to use force to take him to his cell. Settled With Sweeney. New York, June 6. The Times is informed that the Sweeney matter has been settled on the basis that Sweeney shall pay to the people $250,000 in full for all claims against him. It has always been known that the case against Sweeney was not particularly strong. Counsel do not admit that a settlement has been reached, but they do not deny it. Starving Indians. Oxana, June 6. Telegrams from Atlantic City, Wyoming Territory, say that the Shoshone Indians are almost in a starving condition. Their supplies are lying at Green River and Bryan stations, and some one is responsible for the delay. Some fears are entertained by the settlers that the Indians will be driven to commit depredations to keep from starving. American Medical Association. Chicago, June 6. The American Medical Association, allopathic, organized its four days' session here yesterday. President H. S. Bowdich, of Boston, in the chair. Dr. N. S. Davis, of Chicago, delivered the welcoming address. The list of delegates, about 300 in number, were read and approved. A number of prominent and honorary members were elected, after which President Bowdich delivered the historical address, predicting the future of the organization. A Terrible Tornado. Mount Carmel, Ill., June 5. A terrible storm struck this city by which sixteen men lost their lives, and a half a million dollars' worth of property was destroyed. Among the killed are Alderman Watkins, William Newkirk, Mr. Goodrich, Burton Masterson's child, Fred Gerke, Geo. Moore, Geo. Brinsta, J. A. Edgar, Charles Mormon and John Fennis. There are a large number of wounded, several of whom will undoubtedly die. The bodies of four of the killed were burned. There are at least 25 persons still missing. Later information says that four more bodies have been found, and two of the wounded have since died. The ruins of the buildings are burning, threatening the devastation of the whole town. Cincinnati, O., June 5. Mt. Carmel, which was struck by a tornado last evening, is a thriving town of about 3,000 inhabitants, on the Cario and Vineennes Railroad. The most prominent buildings destroyed by the hurricane are the Court House, two newspaper offices, and three churches, the finest in Southern Illinois, two school houses, about twenty business houses, and about one hundred residences. These were destroyed or damaged either by wind or fire. The loss is estimated at from $300,900 to $500,000. The First Wheat. Memphis, June 6. The first new wheat of the season has been received from Mississippi. Fatal Fire in Boston. Boston, June 6. The large five story building at the corner of Shawmut Avenue and Pleasant street, owned by Jacob Back and occupied by about twenty-five people, in eight flats, was burned this evening. Loss $100,000. The fire originated on the lower floor. The building having no fire-escape and but one exit, the occupants escaped with great difficulty. Mrs. Eliza Cann jumped from the third story window and received fatal injuries. Mrs. Dessel jumped from the fourth story and was likewise fatally injured. Several persons were more or less burned, in their efforts to escape. Death From Hydrophobia. New York, June 7. Letters from Barbados state that Edward Trowbridge, Consul under Lincoln, who rendered good service in preventing Confederate cruisers from getting supplies, died of hydrophobia on May 12th, a pet dog having bitten him last March. Crop Reports. Cincinnati, June 6. Crop reports from 211 points in Ohio, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky are published this morning. One hundred and seventy-nine indicate good crops of wheat; thirty-one fair crop; one light crop; if any; forty-seven good fruit; seventy-four fair; ninety light crop. Protest of Laborers. New Orleans, June 7. A number of white laborers gathered in a demonstrative mob yesterday, and protested against the Mayor signing the ordinance recently passed that the city work should be done by contract alone. They fear the employment of negroes if the contract system prevails. Foreign News. London, June 5. A correspondent of the Daily Telegraph sends the following: ERZKROUM, June 2. Mt. Carmel, which was struck by a tornado last evening, is a thriving town of about 3,000 inhabitants on the Cario and Vincennes Railroad. The most prominent buildings destroyed by the hurricane are the Court House, two newspaper offices, and three churches, the finest in Southern Illinois, two school houses, about twenty business houses, and about one hundred residences. These were destroyed or damaged either by wind or fire. The loss is estimated at from $300,000 to $500,000. The same storm damaged a number of buildings in other towns lying in its pathway At Mattoon, Hils., the residence of Willis Walkup was thrown into the street and turned bottom side up, wounding Mrs. Walkup seriously. Mr. Carmel, Ill., June 6. The direction of the cyclone yesterday was from the southwest to a little north of east, and its line of destruction embraced all of Fourth street and a large part of the territory between Third and Fourth streets. The duration of the gale did not exceed two minutes, but rain continued to fall for some time after the cyclone passed. The velocity of the wind is estimated at 150 miles per hour. During its prevalence the air was filled with flying roofs, windows, doors, lumber, rails, clothing, etc. Much of the debris was carried more than a mile away. Thirteen persons were killed outright and many others will undoubtedly die. Several are reported missing, who are probably buried in the ruins. It being a rainy day, many farmers were here. The County Court was also in session, which brought many people to the city. Men, women and children were blown a distance of four hundred feet, as if they were feathers. The best part of the town is destroyed. Some seventy families are homeless, and much distress is anticipated. The search for bodies still continues. Butler gets Sarcastic. New York, June 5. A World's Washington special says: A delegation called on Gen. Butler to-day to bepeak his influence for a candidate for office. Butler said: "Gentlemen you have come to the wrong man. I have heretofore contributed to the extent of my means for the purchase of lanterns and the painting of transparancies, but this tax is no longer to be endured. People hereafter are to rush greedily to the polls, trampling over each other. If you don't want to ask Corcoran to ask the President, as it is generally understood that both the Republican and Democratic parties are deceased and the old Whig New Orleans, June 7. A number of white laborers gathered in a demonstrative mob yesterday, and protested against the Mayor signing the ordinance recently passed that the city work should be done by contract alone. They fear the employment of negroes if the contract system prevails. Foreign News. London, June 5. A correspondent of the Daily Telegraph sends the following: Erzekroum, June 2. I have record the most terrible event of the present war: Two nights ago 4,000 Circassian cavalry, commanded by Mousha Pasha, were ordered to proceed towards Kars, entirely unsupported by infantry or artillery. They rested for the night at Bekli Ahmed. The Russians secretly organized a powerful force, and during the night surprised the village in which the Circassians had halted. Only about five per cent. of the entire of 4,000 Circassians escaped in the carriage which followed. Mousha Pasha himself is among the missing. The Circassians fought desperately and no quarter was given. London, June 5. The Standard's Vienna correspondent asserted that the following is undoubtedly true: being from an unimpeachable source: Grand Duke Nicholas recently said to a foreign Consul: "Neither Prince Bismark nor Lord Derby will prevent us from entering Constantinople, as the Germans entered Paris, only to leave it again. London, June 4. The following has been received at the Admiralty from the Commander in Chief of the Pacific Station: Iquique, June 1. The Peruvian rebel turretship Huascor committed piratical acts against British subjects. His majesty's ships Shah and Amethyst engaged her in Hilo on the 29th of May. She escaped after dark, but was so damaged as to surrender to the Peruvian squadron. London, June 4. A dispatch from Orevluk to the Times says that a Christian doctor, who deserted from Trebinje, gives a gloomy account of the condition of the army. Twenty-four hundred men have died at Trebinje since the campaign began; that city being an hospital depot of the army now concentrated at Gatschko, which consists of 36 battalions of 200 to 400 each. Of these at least one-half were suffering chiefly from scurvy. There is also much dysentery. Physicians and surgeons are subject to the fanatical outbreaks of the Musselmans, are continually menaced, assaulted and never paid. Three thousand men are sick at Montar and deserters from Podgoritza report the same condition of affairs prevailing there. The troops are underfed, having nothing beyond the barest means of sustaining life, and are compelled to work continuously on the earthworks. The health of the Montenegri forces is excellent, and the hospitals are quite empty. London, June 4. The story of the destruction of Mousha Pasha Circassians is a gross exaggeration. The Russian official account says the Circassians is a gross exaggeration. New York, June 4. Bank was robbed at 10,000 on Saturday entered the bank, Cashier, which opening the gate, turned for a moment, money. Mico. Cal., June 6. which was burned Council of Nine, and completed only about again this morning. Sterling, Serven at $500. General $120. There had once last Saturday, work of an inbelonging to J. extent, was fire was on the river, opposite camp fire used by way to Oregon. Murderer. District Court, D. Baird to ten State Prison, for in Washington, of April, 1876. distributed the Sheriff, the Under Sheriff. Jerome Park Races. Jerome Park, June 5. The first race, one mile, for a purse of $100 was won by Fugitive, Red Cloud second, Dauntless third. Time, 1:44. The second race, for the Westchester cup, 2¼ miles, was won by Tom Ochiltree, Athene second. Time, 4:09. The Wrecked Steamer. New York, June 6. It is probable that some efforts will be made to raise the wreck of the City of San Francisco. Clyde's wrecking steamer Wilmington is en route for Callso to Panama with the Georgia convoy. London, June 4. The story of the destruction of Mousha Pasha Circassians is a gross exaggeration. The Russian official account says the Circassians were dispersed, losing 83 killed out of a total of 4,000 engaged, which is more probable than that 4,000 irregulars were slaughtered. London, Ont., June 5. Trains on the different railroads are much delayed this morning by caterpillars. The track is covered with millions. London, June 6. At Widcomb the suspension bridge fell and about one hundred persons were precipitated thirty feet into the river Avon. Eight dead bodies have been recovered, and it is feared that others perished. Many were injured. Another account of the disaster represents it as much more serious, but the details are not sufficient to know whether it is exaggerated. Later advices from Bath say that twenty dead bodies of the victims of the Widcomb bridge accident have been recovered, and several are still missing. It is now said there were nearly 200 people on the bridge when it fell. Bath, England, June 7. From one to two hundred persons, mostly well-to-do farmers, were upon the bridge leading from the railway platform when it fell. It was a light wooden structure about thirty feet long and from thirty to forty feet high, without a centre support. It snapped in the middle and the ends were wrenched lecan off, when the whole fell into the stream which was about seven feet deep. The work of rescuing is now going on. LATER—It is now estimated that about twelve were killed, and fifty-one injured, some fatally, by the fall of the Widcomb bridge. London, June 7. The West Lancanshire colliers numbering several thousand, have struck work.