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V* / a ^ b TravtllnK Agents I , M. W. HIIiL. THOMAS C. BRACEWZLL. JAMES I* CALHOUN, Tuskegee, Al*. t SEBHDT, Social Circle, Ga., {General Traveling Agent. Agents for Tlie Son.. SI. F. Echols, Opelika, Ga. j, B. Chawlky, WolLkln, Oglethorpe Co., G&- J. K. P. Do. glahs, Homer, Ga. Da. M. P. Bomn, Monroe, Ga. Jams* Aluw Smith, Knoxville, Xenn. J. L. Wright, Woodstock, Ga. J.Q.Ca i. dwell, Bonevflle, Ga. Atkins k Uaulioux, Thomson, Ga ll. C. Hamilton, Dalton, ua. W. C. Dsns, Jr., Eatonton, Ga- J. C. Parham, LaGrange, Ga, E. G. Williams, Union Point. A. A. Bell, Athens, Ga. Lumpkin k Our*. I**}?# 0 "’ Da. W. H. Jeabixl, Point le.er. D. W. flrrcA Covington. L. C. Thomas, 0« 0 ™- ... J. H. Pittabd, Wioterville. K. S. Martin k <*>•.C«'* for,L B. B. Ethbido*- BnUedge. Jack Kino, Bome.Ga- a J Comas. Cleveland, Ga. A." si. Coltos, Social Circle. Ga. G*o. Lumpkin, Stephens, Ga. A. W. Asncax, Maxey’s, Ga- Jesse Cabb. Carr's Station, Ga. Stock Florknck, Saw Dnst, Ga. Rkt. & Mayxikld, Conyers, Ga. jo«Vh Davidson. Woodville, Ga. C. L. Peacock, ElUville, Ga. W G. Scbcoos, Warrentou, Ga. Miller DuBosk. Sparta, Ga. T. P. O’Bbikn. Barnett, Ga. Benjamin Moo a, Cnlverton, Ga. Mtebs k Dabbacott, Crawfordville, Ga. Iykxson L. Hunter. MilledgeviUe, Ga. * Dr. J. T. Baker, Mayfield, Ga. A. A Bass, Devereux, Gs. C. C. Noktos, Greensboro, Ga. 8. 8. Flotp, Sladlton, Ga. C ONTENTS OX THE “ATLANTA WEEKLY SUN,” JOB THE WEEK ENDING WEDNESDAY, JULY 3d, 1878. VOL. 3, NO. 2.1 ATLANTA, GA., WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 1872. WHOLE NUMBER 108. .EDITORIALS BY MR. STEPHENS— The late State Convention, page 1. EDITORIALS— The Kentucky Convention: Unjust Assaults on Private Partlos; Grant desires Greeley Nominated at Baltimore; Questions for the Constitution; Strik ing Analogy; Greeley Waning, page 2. Expeditions to the North Pole, page 5. Platform of tlie Georgia Democracy*. 3r,th Jane, 1873. Resolved, That the Democratic party of Georgia stand upon the principles of the Democratic party of the Union,bring ing into special prominence, as applica ble to the present extraordinary condi tion of tbo country the unchangeable doctrine that this is a union of States, and that the indestructibility of the States,of their rights, and of their equali ty with each other is an indispensable part of our political system. Resolved, That in the approaching election the Democratict party invites everybody to co-operate with them in a zealous determination to change the presen t usurping and corrupt administra tion, by placing in power men who are trneto the principles of Constitutional Government, and to' a faithful and eco nomical administration of public affairs. Resolved, That in our opinion, the delegates to the Baltimore Convention, should go untrammelecl by instrnctions, and should act with all the lights before them, as they deem best for the good of the party and for the welfare o f the coun try. the Baltimore Convention, in view of the expectation that it will be a Greeley rati fication meeting, was altogether right and proper. 4th. In reference to» the delegation selected to represent the State at Balti more, no comment from ns is necessary. They are all, we believe, men of charac ter, mark and ability; and many of them, we have good reasons to know, never will give their sanction to principles in con- 11116 Ba ^ j f ct was tbo «**•* unanswered .and un- «. . ... TTY, . answerable question of the Roman Governor— fact with those announced by this Con- Tlie State Convention. In our weekly issue for this week will be fonnd the proceedings of this body in folk A more imposing assemblage, perhaps, great speech by hon. linton STEPHENS— I never before convened in the State; cer- Corrccted by him and re-pnhiuhed, page 4. tainly no one of a higher character and proceedings of the state convention— more distinguished for talent and worth, 1>a 8e 3. ever me j; on a like occasion. communications—political— "With its action, as a whole, onr readers From West Virginia; From Douglas County; From need nofc ba assured that W6 were highly Texas; From New York City, page2. Bugle Note , . ,, ... . ___ from Tennessee; Meeting In Clay County, pages, gratified _ in the mam, but to be more Political Suggestion, page 5. A Voice from Pennsyl- I specific, it IS proper to Say “Tania; Letter from Boston, page 6. 1st. We tllink the rejection of the humorous— Fulton county delegation, which came Recorder's Courts, pages 2, 5 tnd 7. Tipples of bac ked by the strongest indorsement of punch, page 5. the Democratic masses, was a great er- MISCF.LLANE0U6— I ror; no less impolitic than it was unjust. A Lady.Sculptor; Bonds of Georgia, pago 5; Inter- ’ r 77. ostlng Letter from Selma, page 2. Letter from This, W6 moreover think, WCUld not have Taliaferro; Letter from Hogansviiie, page i. been done, if a full discussion had been Telegrams; Commercial; Telegraphic Market Re-1 permitted. But, passing by that indifl- ports; Advertisements, page 8. Metereologlcal. cretion and blunder, to say the least of it, we come to the action of the collected wisdom and patriotism of the Democra cy of the State upon the great leading ] questions of the day, 2d. By far the most important part Liberty Hall, 1 Crawfordville, Ga., July 1, 1872. J The rain fall at this place daring the month of June, just passed, has been as I of this, "however, was the adoption of follows: 3d d&y of the month 60 of an Inch I Oth 10th 14th 15th 21st fi3d 24th 20 th .,.16 ,. .15 . .20 . .04 . .05 . .30 . .20 . .75 Aggregate 2.44 The rain fall during the month of June, inches. the Platform of Principles, by which the Party, in solid phalanx, with but one dissentient voice, pledged itself to stand. This Platform will be foufid at the bead of our column, where we intend it shall remain as the unchanged expression of Georgia’s sentiments; and so far as we are concerned, the unchangeable senti ment by which we shall be governed.— It is the same platform on which the The fall in June, 1672, as above 2.44 Less this year-than last 1.83 A. H. S. 1871, was —...4.30 inches. 1 Democracy of the State planted them- | selves in 1870, when they entered the , contest of that year for the rescue of onr people from the “robber crowd” who were preying upon our vital interests under the shield of the grossest and foulest usurpations. At that time, it will be recollected, there were great efforts made to induce the -Called meeting or the Vulton County (Democratic Executive Committee. Atlanta, June, 28, 3872. The Democratic Executive Commit tee of Fulton County are requested I Democracy of Georgia to lower their to meet at the office of Hill & Candler, flag, at the suggestion of Mr. Samuel on Monday, the 1st day of July next, at Kandall and other “New Departurists” at 12 o’clock,m., for the purpose of transact- Washington; but it was then that the ing important basin ess. A full attend- ] noble old State illustrated her character ance is requested. T. W. J. Hill, Chm’n. and vindicated her principles by stand ing steadfastly to the truth and the right. The cry of “Bourbon” and “Bevolu- tionary Democracy” had no terror for her undaunted sons,—the only “Bevo- Countv Convention’ Called.—At a meeting of the County Democratic Executive Committee, the following named members were present: t. w. j. Hill, Chairman; b. e. Cowart, j. t. I hition” they aimed at was the displace- Olenn, A. C. Gariington J. H. Meeaslin, John ment of the from power by tbe Thomas, S. P. Wells, W. M. Butt, A.B. Culberson, ... . .... . >. S. B. Spencer, William Gray. Robert C. Young, V. P. peaceful instrumentalities of the Con- Sisson, J. F. Edwards, A. M. Reinhart, T. B. Camp, stitntion at the ballot-box. On motion of S. P. Wells the following resolution Tbeir work in tbis way was no less Slg- was adopted unanimously: j t * , _ . Whereas, at a meeting of the State Democratic Ex- na l than * was gl<>*10US. was in tins -ecutive committee, held in Atlanta on the 26th June way the State was redeemed and disen- last, it was resolved that a Convention of the Demo- thralled, and it is Only by adhering, witll cratic party be held in the city of Atlanta on the 2*th , . , 1 it - - July next, at 12 o'clock m„ for the purpose of nomi-1 equal steadfastness, to the same pnnci mating an Electoral Ticket and a candidate for Gov- pies, that her present proud position can emor; and whereas, the Democratic party of Fulton be mninininofl county should bo represented in said ConvenUon, Th , Convention, therefore, did JSe it resolved, That the Democrats of Fulton coun-1 » , fy, on Saturday, 13th July, instant, do ballot for six- great day’s work when it re-affirmed the delegates to represent the Democracy of Fulton same principles and unfurled the same county in said State Convention; that the baUotting banner to tbo breeze . shall commence at the City Hall, at 8 o'clock a. si., ] . ........ and Close at 8 o'clock p. m.; that the mana- \Ve take occasion also to add, that it is gers shall number the tickets of each votor, and on the same platform oi Principles, es- heep a list of the vote*, and upon counting the sentially, that the Democracy have won votes tho aix persons receiving the highest number _ , - . .. , , . , of votes, shall be declared elected as delegates; and ever J triumph they have achieved that each delegate so elected shall have the right to every State of the Union since 1S68, appoint his own alternate. • It was on a similar Platform that Con That W.M.BUU,Esq., w.p^am-l^tj^ Indianai and California were mond and Lewis H. Ciarke are hereby appointed and I . , . requested to act as managers at saideiection for del- earned in 1870, and Kentucky and Texas and in the event they or either of them. 1 il to act, any three reliaolo Democrats may I I by 1116 chair * | where the “New Departure” from this platform has been tried, has a single victory ever been achieved by them, but under the fatal lead of “New Depart ure,” Connecticut, Indiana and Califor nia have been lost. Enough on that score, however, for the present. We are now dealing with our own State affairs; these at this time should more deeply concern our people than all other matters. If the Democracy of other States go whirling from their orbits, it is a source of pleasure to us to see every devotee at the shrine of Troup, Crawford and Jefferson, in Georgia, at least, re solved to cling to the Ark of the Cove nant of our fathers: 3d. The tabling of the resolution pledging the Democratic Party of Geor gia to abide in good faith the action of Executive Appointment. Gov. Smith yesterday (Friday) ap pointed Mr. C. D. McCutcken, of Dal ton, Judge of the Cherokee Circuit, to fill the vacancy occasioned by tbe late ■death of Judge J. R. Parrott, at Mont- vale Springs, East Tennessee. We hear that the appointment is gen erally satisfactory to those of Iho various shades of political opinion. Judge Mc- Cutchen is a thorough-going Democrat. Colonel John D. Romp, Master in Chancery of the Brunswick and Albany Railroad, gives notice to all persons have ing claims against the road, to present them to him in Brunswick on the 9th, 12th, 25th and 26th days of July, and in Albany on the 12th, 13th, 30th, and 31st. Commencement Exercises of Oglethobfe Uni versity.—The Commencement exercises of Ogle thorpe University have begun, aud notwithstanding the unusual warm weather, they promise to attract large audiences. Every one remembers the wide spread interest that prevailed l»&t year in the suc cess of the first public exhibition, and though busi ness may be a drawback to large audiences, we know the interest in the institution is the same. The Baccalaureate Bermon was delivered Jin he Central Presbyterian-Chureh, Sunday morning, to a crowded and deeply interested auditory, by tho Eev. David Wills, D. D., President of the University. vention. 'ibis may become a very important point hereafter; for we notice in the proceedings that the idea was entertain ed by some, that the Democracy of Geor gia would be bound by the action of the Baltimore Convention, let it be whatever may, both as to candidates and prin ciples. In this we do not concur at all; the Democracy of Georgia, and of the common, will be, in good faith, bonnd by the action of the Baltimore Convention only in so far as it shall not depart from the time-honored, creed of the organiza tion, nor give its sanction to acts of usur pation or principles direotly in conflict with the essentials of that creed. We are particular on this point; for as we now look upon it, the Baltimore Con vention, under the management of the wire-pullers who have at present the con trol of it, may be considered as nothing bnt a Greeley ratification meeting. How this has been brought about is not now the object of our inquiry. We simply state the fact, aud this leads us to one further remark upon the subject and that is: 5. What shall the Democracy of Georgia do, or what onght they to do, in case the Baltimore Convention shall, by their ac tion, attempt to convert the Party throughout the United StateB to the ad vocacy of principles against which they have been warned since the Government was founded ? In answer to this question, we have at this time only to say, that, in our judg ment, they should feel no more bound by what shall be done at Baltimore, than they would if the Grant Platform bad been adopted, instead of the Greeley. In Georgia, at least, the Democracy shonld adhere, with unswerving fidelity, to the great essential principles they have announced with such unanimity, and on which alone Constitutional Gov ernment can be maintained and pre served on this continent. At their convention, hereafter to as semble, they should put forth an electo ral ticket, pledged to stand by these principles, and the vote of the State should be cast by our own college of electors, in such way as in their judg ment will bnt subserve the maintenance of those principles.' If, at the time the vote is to be cast, they see no prospect of effecting any good by giving it to any candidate in the field, then let them vote a blank, or cast it for anybody they please. There are many high and noble examples for such a course. In this way, in the greatest calamity that can befall us, we may, in the elo quent language of Mr. Lamar,' the Presi dent of the Convention, “with a devo- “ tion like iEneas of old, when he bore “Anchises from the burning ruins of “Troy, take upon our brawny arm old “mother Georgia, and with stont hearts “march through all dangers to place her “upon a pinnacle of safety and honor. In this way, our good old State may yet be the Arrarat on which the Ark of the Constitution may rest in the general flood of demoralization which now threatens to submerge the land. A. H. S. Letter from Talialerro. Crawfordyille, Ga, Jane 30,1872, Messrs. Editors of The Sun: Oar vil lage was greatly refreshed by a very fine rain yesterday. It was the greatest fall of rain in this place daring the whole month, and was very much needed—es pecially for gardens. The crops of corn were also beginning to suffer for want of it. Cotton is generally doing well. The wheat and oat crops, now harvested, have turned out above an average yield. In some ports of the county, up towards White Plains, there has been much less rain than in this vicinity. It is reported that com crops have been seriously in jured by the drought in that direction Trade in the town is passing the usual dull season of summer, but our mer chants are in excellent spirits, looking forward to a heavy fall business. With general good health, activity and indus try, an air of cheerfulness pervades the entire community. Taliafebbo. Superior Court Adjourned.—Alter receiving the presentments of the Grand Jury yesterday, the Superior Court adjourned until 26th August, when one week will be devoted’to the motion docket. The Court will then adjourn to the regular term in Oc tober. Dr. J. AL Johnson and J. P. Logan were appointed as attending physicians at the execution of J. B O'Neal, Friday 16th August. 4S?* It is now a pretty well settled fact that Dr. Livingstone still lives. He will have a good time when he returns to England, reading the obituaries of him that the papers Lave published. The Fulton County Delegation. What is Truth ?" The preacher proceeded in his usual clear, logi cal and eloquent manner, to show the relations of truth to the human mind aud heart, and its influ ence on the civilization and Christianity of ancient and modern times. He showed that aU men, in |all ages of the world, who have risen above their fellows high enough to “grasp the bauble fame,’’ have done in pursuit of some truth. H > cited in testimony the men whose lives and acts have made the world’s history. Men who have become distinguished as Theologians, Philosophers, Scientists, Poets and ar tists—all illustrate the fact. His argument was luminous and comprehensive, and adorned with all the beauty of eloquent lan guage and eloquent diction of which the learned Doctor is master. A distinguished gentleman, on leaving the Chnrch, said: “That discourse was. highly learned and deeply spiritual, and is destined to make a lasting impression.” The Sophomore Declamation took place yester day, at DeGive’s Opera House. Besides the Faculty, the following gentlemen occupied seats on the stage: Dr. John S. Wilson, Professor G. J. Orr, Bev. A. T. Spalding, General A. C. Gariington, Professor W. N. Janes, Dr. A. L. Hamilton. The following was the programme: Clayton, A. S.—Shakespear. Original. Daniel, J. F.—The Contentment of Europe. Kos suth. Eokford, C. G.—The effect of the Exclusive Sys tem on Ireland. Phillips. Jones, J. H.—Impeachment of Warren Hastings. Burke. Mitchell, B, E.—In the Land where we were Dreaming. D. B. Lucas. Bold, H. M.—- Against Employing Tnd tan a in War. Earle of Chatham. Robinson, J. H.—The Crucifixion. Rev.JGeorge Croley. . After prayer by Bev, Dr. Spalding, they proceeded with the regular exercises. The first declamation by Mr. A. S. Clayton, we learn, was a composition original with Mr. Clayton, The composition was decidedly creditable, and the delivery quiet and graceful. Mr. J. F. Daniel’s elocution was pronounced by many to be in remarkably good keeping with the spirit of the extract. Mr. C. G. Eckford's gesticulation and expression, were almost perfect, and he certainly deserves to be ranked at least with the first three declaimers. He was over-showered with boquets from many fair hands in'the audience. Mr. J. H. Jones, whose powers of declamation has heretofore excited much admiration, spoke with much spirit, and a true conception of the spirit that animated the illustrious Burke, though the execu tion did not quite equal his conception, nor did it quite equal his ability. “In the Land whs.e we were Dreaming,” by Mr, B. E. Mitchell, probably the most difficult piece of ♦he day, and though evidently well understood,fcwas not delivered, we think, according to the declaimer’i own conception of the extract. Mr. H. M. Beid, in personating the Earl of Chat ham in his celebrated speech “Against Employing Indians in War,” thoroughly understood the situa tion of the distinguished orator. The elocution, expression, gesticulation and general delivery were all good—some almost perfect; and tho effort was second to none of the day. The Crucifixion” was rendered with unerring spirit by Mr. J. H. Robinson. While the generaal de livery was excellentthe conception was better,though perhaps not fully executed. It was, however, among the happiest efforts of the day, and doubt less the medal lies between him and Mr. Beid. They certainly both deserve honorable mention. We are glad to see this generous hut zealous emulation to excel in public speaking. Such talent, if not misdirected, may yet be the salvation of onr country. The exercises will continue to-day, and will con sist of original speeches by some members of- the Jnnior Class. Let there be a large attendance, i The Junior exhibition of Oglethorpe University will take place this morning at 10 oclock, in De Give’s Opera House. At 12 m., Col. I. W. Avery will deliver an addresB before the Alumni on “the Individuality of South eru Character." In the evening, at 8>£ o’clock, the Bev. Dr. Wills will pronounce an oration on the late Jndge Nisbet, who* was for many years President of the Board Trustees. After this, on the same evening, Gen. Alfred H. Colquitt will deliver the prizes to Sopho more and Jnnior classes. On Wednesday the Senior class will deliver speeches, and after the awarding of diplomas Gen. John B. Gordon will deliver the Anniverssary Oration before the Literary Societies. His subject is “The Defense of the right always bears Fruit.” This is an intensely interesting topic for the considera- tion o: the j oucg men of the country. Editors Sun: The action of tlie State Democratic Convention with regard to the Fulton county Democracy, was such a palpable outrage that, in justioe, it ought to provoke a little comment. Is it right or wrong to encourage the people to take an interest in their primary poli tical meetings? Are they expected to take this interest, if the assembled wis dom of the party assume to rebuke them without a hearing, when they appeal from tbe fraud and injustice done them ? The Convention proceeded regularly i tbo appointment of a committee to investigate the claims of the two sets of delegates. This committee reported that the evidence was “conflicting and confused,” and recommended that both sets of delegates be admitted. This re port was unanimous. But a substitute was offered (by one not a member of the committee) to the effect, among other things, that there was “no evidence that any frand had been practiced in tbe selec tion of delegates, or intimidation used to prevent a full, fair and free ex pression of the choice of the Democracy of said county,” and that one set of Delegates was entitled to represent Ful ton county to the exclusion of the other. Now how did it appear that their was no evidence of fraud, to?” Had not the Committee to whom the matter was specially referred, reported otherwise? Had they not '-said that the evi dence was conflicting and confnsed ? Then upon what could the Convention assume to contradict them ? What is the basis of this avowed rebuke “of the ef fort at disorganization” in Fulton coun ty ? The facts are assumed and the as sumption contradicts the report of the Committee ? But we have not yet reached the cli max of this cruelty and oppression to the Democracy of Fulton county. The previous question is moved, and all the severity of cehsnre and rebuke imposed, forbidding one word in behalf of the rebuked. It is of course, in the estima tion of the Convention of the State, a matter of-small importance to have the co-operation of the Democracy of Fnl- ton county. However, if they have no desire for their co-operation, wonld it not be well to have some little regard for their feelings ? The “party lash” may be a very useful political implement, but prudence sug gests that it be plied very cautiously. It is a matter of deep regret in this case, that this long used implement was fnrn ished from friendly hands, (misled though they were), but it was at once seized by the impetuous Greeley hobby- riders, wbo took occasion to attempt to use it, as people of that political j have always done, with the usual in creased ardor of new converts. Bat the Fulton County Democracy do not intend to be whipped in in that way, as time will prove too soon, to a few restless office-seekers, on the “wild hunt." Fulton. Daily Proceedings of the Supreme Coubt.— Monday, July 1st, 1872—Chief Justice Warner and Judges McCay and Montgomery presiding. BLUE RIDGE CIRCUIT. The following cased were argued: No. 1—J. C. Susan J. Clark vs. J. M. Thurmond. Equity from Lumpkin. K. A. Qoillian for plaintiff in error; Weir Boyd, contra. No. 2.—David Nichols, for use of John D. Field, Jr., vs. H. C. Martin, administrator. Complaint from Lumpkin. Weir Boyd and R. A. Qoillian for plaintiff in error; H. P. Bell, contra. No. 3—W. B. Dodgen vs. E. J. & B. A. Camp, ad ministrators. Assumpsit, new trial, from Milton, H. P. Bell for plaintiff in error; no appearance for defendants. No. 4—L. M. McConnell and S. Lovingood vs, Joseph T. Hamilton—Scire facia3 to revive a dor mant judgment,from Cherokee. Thompson for plaintiff in error; no appearance for defendant. / WESTERN CIRCUIT. No. 1—J. N. Montgomery and B. M. Meroney, ex ecutors, vs. J. W. & S. W. Prewitt, et. aL—Dismissed under Belief Act of 1870, from Clark. Henry Jackson for plaintiff in error; G. Me- Jliilan. contra. No - 2—Ann E Lowry vs. E. P. Williams, adminis trator—Equity, from White. Henry Jackson for plaintiff in error; G. McMillan, contra. Pending the opening argument of Mr. McMillan, the court adjourned until 10 o’clock to-morrow. Examination or ths Grammar - h-> )m There are five of these; ihroe are in new building, which will each seat over four hundred students. They sre provided with patent cast-iron desks', mostly by Mr. W. A. Slsymskrr, of this city. Wall blackboards surround tho rooms. Tho new buildings are of a like construction and finish—tbe p’au is sitisfactory and might not be improved. There are two wide doors to each class room, and folding doors between adjoining rooms. Ventilstion hss been well secured. These schools have only been in operation since the first of last March, except the one on Ivy street, which commenced a month sooner. Considering the short lime, tue written and oral examinations lor the past ten days evoke surprise aud merit hearty praise; they conclusively indorse the wisdom of In stituting the Free Graded School System in Atlanta. These Grammar Schools thoroughly prepare pupils to enter the High Schools; in a better manner probably than many colleges—“out West.” There are eight grades. The last four are mixed classes of boys and girls. A gentlemen is at tho h,ead of each school; all the other teachers sre ladies. We regret that we could spend so short a time between 9 and 1 o'clock yesterday, at the exercises of the several schools—all of which we visited. There was an encouraging attendance of visitors and of the Board of Education generally. The fre* queut and unanimous applause nmuli-stod louder than words tho universal satisfaction. WALK KB STRUT SCHOOL. Principal, Mr. (J. itocaw n. icaoheis, in the * order of tueir grade: Mrs. McK -ou, Miss Field, Miss Ellis, Mrs. Roberts, Mrs. Brown, Miss Sallas, Miss Brown and M.ss Fraser. Number of pupils during the term, 42d. We understand that the exercises generally were highly creditable, which ■ e woiy u also infer from the pait we wituos.-ed. It wilt astonish even an expert accountant at tlie proficiency evinced in mental arithmetic. The simultaneous gesturing of the first and secon-l classes had a marked effect. Tho small- children had on thoi- black-->oards various natu ral objects, as well as maps aud let.criug, of which they were properly proud. CREW STREET SCHOOL. {Principal, Mr. John Isham. Teache r s, according the number of class: Misses Htath, George, An drews, Wood, Laralice, Johnson, and Williams. There are about IOj ,-upilg. The exercises nad a full complement of attrac tions. (In tho oightti gr-do, the lettering on the blackboard by the wee litile children of lessons from their books, was almost identical with print; and tha little speeches were truly charming. Miss Williams deserves particular praise for enabling such excel lence. The mode of sp i.liug on slates commended itself to favorable retua: Its irom visitors. The maps on paper, drawn m -u- -lay by the boys of the first ciasa, were indeed fl .•si-class maps. Those by Charles W. Smith, W. Fuller aud Edgar McDaniel, were es pecially meritorious. A noted feature of the whole school, was the suit able language employed by the students in their answers and analyses. IYI STREET SCHOOL. Principal, Mr. Win. Bray. Teachers, Mrs. Ballard, Miss Young, Miss Smiley, Mrs. Colquitt, Mrs. Bea- sent, Mrs. Sams, Mis« Duggan. The pupils number about 400. Tbe Examination by the Board of Education was conducted by Messrs. E. E. Rawson and H. f. Phil lips. The boys in the First Grade were notably prompt ♦in their responses. The results tn Mrs. Colquitt’s class received much praise. Tlie chil dren, although very young, read in suoh a manner as to show that the modulation of the voioe had re ceived special attention. Their declamations were delivered in a lively, natural style. The Music and Calisthenics, were mnoh admired. Maps adorned the walls on all sides of the rooms, many of them carefully colored. The one framed of the Southern States Is very truthfully and ele gantly drawn and colored, by one of Miss SmUey’s class—little Katie Bleckley, only ten year* old. In the exact sense of the word, it is exquisite. There - were applauded readings from Tenny son and Poe, by Misses Kate Sasseen and Alice Fow ler. Declamations were made by Masters Moore. Bleckley, Young, Aebell and Pitts. As a good judge remarked, they were very fine, but rather too theat rical. The one by Joseph Pitts was highly compli mented by Superintendent Mellon, In his remarks at the close of the exercises. Col. Mabry, of LaGrange, on Invitation, expressed himself as highly gratified with the evident results of the Free Public Graded School System, and de sired to see it extended throughout the State. Tha result must inevitably be highly beneficial to the pupils, and gratifying to their families and friends. He urged the children to learn moreover to govern themselves, have independent opinions, and honor their parents who were doing so much for their wel fare. Mr. Mallon, Superintendent of the schools, and Mr. Bray, Prinoipal of this one, made remarks which we think wonld be profitable to report in full; which we therefore defer. DECATUR AMD LUCKIK. In the language of a member of the Board of Ed ucation: 'The result of this week’s work will dispel from all candid and appreciative minds and lingering prejudice for the present system of education, and establish beyond a doubt the beauty and excellence, ; propriety aud necessity, of Free Schools—not only :h Atlanta, but throughout Georgia and the South.” The French exercises will be continued to-mor row at the Storrs aud Summer HiU schools. A large and intelligent audience was in attend ance upon the exercises of the Literary Societies Oglethorpe University. Orations were delivered by Messrs. W. A. McDowell, orator of the Xhalian Society, and B. P. Gaiilard, of the Phi Delta Society. The first named address—the only one we heard— was emphatically one of the most elegant speeches we ever heard. We will speak of them both to-mor row. HO GAN S VILLE . THE HOGANSVILLE INSTITUTE—-GRAND VO CAL AND INSTRUMENTAL CONCERT. Correspondence of The Atlanta Sim. Hogansville, Ga., June 27th. Editors of the Sun: Having seen in your columns, no notice of the admirable con cert, under the direction of Professor Henry Schoeller, with which the spring term of the Hogansville Institute dosed I write a brief notice of the same. As was expected, the concert was sue cessfulin every particular. The vocal and instrumental music, embraced selec tionsfrom some of the finest operas, and were rendered in a style which showed that the talents of the yonng ladies had been carefully trained. All the perform ers are or have been pupils of Professor Schoeller, and he has reason to be proud of the testimony they now bear of his efficiency as a teacher. The audience was one of the largest ever assembled in this place, and it wonld puzzle a much larger city to crowd more beauty and fashion in the same amount of space. The prima donna of the evening was, probably, Miss Laura Mcor, though per haps it is wrong to say so, where all did so charmingly. But this young lady sang two selections from La Favoriia, ancl they brought out the full powers of her rich and sweet voice, and showed her to be a mistress of melody—the divinest of all arts. Miss Genie Pnllin rendered two elabo rate instrumental selections with great ease, and a grace that wonld have been charming in a professiona 1 pianist. She performs admirably, giving to sonnd the very soul that the composer meant should dwell therein. She is very young—not far into her “teens”—and therefore all the more wonderful. Miss Fannie Moreland and Miss Lilly Moor,both sang exquisitely, and obtained their fall measures of applause. They have sweet voices, with iess of art and more of nature. Miss Alice Norwood also played most admirable style, and was greeted with the liveliest applause. Then there was Jo. Lowenstein, with his Cremona—than whom no man in Georgia can so completely arouse the soul of harmony that slumbers in that sweetest of all musical instruments the violin. He played several piecies, and, while listening to him, the audience was careless whether or not Ole Ball ever came this way or not; and there was not one who cared to shed a tear in memory of Paganini. Professor Geo. O. Looney, has the thanks of this whole community for having provided so grand an entertain ment. Ferguson. Decatur Street School.—The examination in thlB school yesterday was conducted'by tho teach ers, the members of the Board of Education ap pointed not having arrived while this reporter was present. Several classes in reading, spelling, arithmetic, geography, grammar, etc., were examined; and con sidering the brief time in which they have been en gaged in these Btudies—^since the beginning of tha term—they all showed remarkable proficiency. This school is classified into seven grades, accord ing to the advancement of the various students. Mr. Joel Mabel, a young man of exceeding promise, principal, has charge of the lBt and 7th grades. Mrs. B. M. Neeley, of the 3d and 4th grades; Mrs. V. A. Richer, of the 5th and 6th grades, and Miaa Kate L. Weem, of the 8th grade. Every class of all the grades have undergone writ ten examinations, which were on exhibition at the school rooms. This feature of instruction hereto fore considered one of the moBt trying ordeals of a college student, is now becoming familiar to tho youngest student. We would be pleased to give the graduation of all the grades, but’in a system of schools comprising over 3.0UO children, it would be come voluminous and tedious. We must therefore satisfy ourselves by appending the graduations of the more successful students of the First Grade. Arithmetic.—Boysie Polhill, 98>i; Mary E. Barry. 92K: John Mahoney, &1}£; Bartow Warlick, 90>f. Grammar.—Boysie Polhill, 100; Bartow Warlick. 98>£; Fat McNamara, 97; J. F. Mahoney, 97%; Mary Barry, 95%; Carrie Saloshin, 93. Geography.—Ada Fears, 100; Bartow Warlick, 100; BoysiePolMll, 99%; Mary Barry, 99%; Carrie S»- loshin, 99; O. D. Burnett, 99; Pat McNamara, 98. Many of the above which fall short oi the maxi mum, 100, are so not from want of accuracy in the subject matter of examination, but because of in accuracy of spelling, ko. It is gratifying to observe the uniform order in school, the admirable system of discipline, and above all, the kind and pleasant intimacy between teacher and pupil. LUCKIZ STREET SCHOOL. This school is under the supervision of Mr. H. H. Smith, principal, who has charge of the 1st and 2d grade; Mrs. Prather, 3d and 4th grades; Airs. Har vey, 5thand Cth grades; Miss Ectiols, 7th grade, and Mrs. Brown, 8th grade. Mr. David Mayer and Dr. S. H. Stont, were present, witnessing aud directing the examinations, and seemed much gratified at tha astonishing progress of the students in all the de- artmenta. Recitations and examinations vrer* eard in arithmetic, geography, grammar, spelling, reading, ko., aUof which gave evidence of remark able proficiency. Some recitations of poetry by the girls were very judicious, evincing much good training. Below, we give the graduations of those students in the first grade, who exceeded 90, the maximum being 100. Grammar—Emma Wynn, 97; Bella Guthman, 97; Theodore Shuttles, 96%; Adelle Caldwell 96; Lizzie Smith. 95; Frank Alexander 94, Beverley Allen, 94; W. B. Kontz 90%; Hannah Hanley, 90; Nannie Ham mond 90. Geography—Pat O’Connor, 96; Frank Alexander, 95%; Bella Guthman, 95; Flora E. Grandde, 95: Bev erly B. Allen, 94; lizzie Armstrong, 93%; Mattie A. Harden, 93; J. T. Shuttles, 91%; lizzie Smith, 91; Lenorah K. Bigham, 91; Whittle Sterling, 91; Han nah Haney, 91. Arithmetic—Lizzie Smith, 95; Frank Alexaunder, 91%; Beverly Alien 91. This school 1b under very superior management, and deserves much better accommodations. These, however, will doubtless be provided just so soon as the city can meet the expense. Judge Lochrane.—Hon. O. A. Lochrane returned to the city from Washington, Saturday last. We learn that he has transferred his residence to New York city, aud will remove his family thither, as soon as he conveniently can—though it will require some time to wind up big business and make the need ful arrangements to remove his family. He is pros ecuting big cases for recovery of the value of cotton and other property, taken by the United States Treasury Agents, after June, *65, having opened an office in Washington city. E. H. Pug he, of Augusta, was in the city yester day, in obedience to a summons to come up and telj what he knows about Bullock. The Constitution's dispatches of Sunday morning makes the Internal Revenue receipts of Saturday $14,318,301; for the month of June $1,308,709,164, and for the year $13,130;721,415—the latter figure ia something over three times the notional debt. Tha exact amonnt may be obtained by dividing the Con stitution’s fignres-by 100. Paris, June 29.—Bamusat, Minister of Foreign Affairs, aud Arnim, tbe Ger man Ambassador, to-nigbt signed the treaty providing for the evacuation by the German troops, which has been for some time in negotiation.