March 31, 1870.

     There will be a grand rally of the Republicans of the Second Ward at Warneke's Saloon, Grand avenue, to-night.  Good speakers will be in attendance.  Rally, Republicans.  All are invited.

     Persons who desire anything in the hardware or cutlery line, should call on J. E. Forbes & Co., 804 Main street.  Their stock is large and complete, and their goods are marked down to living prices.  It will pay you to call on them.

     Slowly but surely Kansas City is rising to the dignity and importance that is justly her due.  The metropolis of the Missouri Valley has outrun her competitors in the race, and even at Washington her supremacy by publishing an order of the Post-office Department instructing route agents to make Kansas City and not Leavenworth the terminus of their routes.

     NOTICE. -- Parties who desire to have the address of their papers changed, should be particular to send the old as well as the new address.  The county and State should also be plainly stated.  By following these instructions there will be but few complaints about papers not reaching their destination.

     It gives us great pleasure to announce that our old friend C. Frank, who has for a long time carried on a successful grocery businesses on Main street, opposite the square, has secured as a partner Mr. John Baum, formerly with the house of H. W. Gillett of Leavenworth.  Mr. B. is a gentleman of great business experience, and the new firm will be a strong one.  We wish it success.

     Two negroes -- one aged 100, the other 101 years, registered as voters at St. Joseph a few days ago.  Both were born slaves, and remained such until the proclamation of President Lincoln.  The Herald discourseth on the affair thusly:
     "These old men, with the frosts of a hundred winters whitening their polls, walked arm in arm, as we have said, and asked to be permitted the exercise of the freeman's privilege before they died.  It was a glorious duty those registering officers had of saying to these veterans of a hard fought life, 'Come up and sit ye in the places of the elected.'   As the old men put their palsied hands to the pen that signed their names it seemed the consummation of a long-deferred justice -- it was the breaking of the seal upon the tomb of hope, and the glory of a perfect freedom issued out into the world."

March 30, 1870.

     The mud.  The much needed rain has come at last.

     Lincoln street is finished and is now in use.

     Railroad travel is very brisk.  The freighting business on all or roads is very heavy.

     Yesterday afternoon a young man named James Monroe died at the residence of Wm. Mack, on Grand avenue, from the effects of a gun-shot wound, received last Saturday last while "ducking" across the river.  It appears that Monroe was hunting ducks on the lakes in Clay county.  About three o'clock Saturday afternoon, in removing some obstacles in his path, the lock of the gun became entangled in the underbrush, and ere the young man was aware of that fact, the hammer had been cocked and the gun discharged, the shot lodged in the left shoulder.  The wounded man was conveyed to the residence of Mr. Mack, where he was living, but medical assistance was of no avail.  Monroe was some twenty-three years of age, and came to this area recently from Albany,  New York, where his parents reside.  He was a young man of fine personal appearance, genial, courteous, and one who would have soon gained a numerous friends.  He seemed to have plenty of money, and was visiting the city on a prospective tour.  The body has been expressed to his family in New  York, who have learned by the wires of the sad fate of their loved one.

     In a special session yesterday, the Council have defied the injunction, and endeavored to remove Capt. Miserez.  They will feel miserable over the job before they get through with it.  Alderman McGee stated that he had been absent during the "late unpleasantness," and was uninformed on the matter.  He requested that the charges be read for his enlightenment.  Mr. Hudson then read the ponderous, and beautiful mixture of law and "highfalutin," principally the latter, comprised in the documents in the case of the Democracy vs. Miserez.  Alderman Cook asked the Council what they would do with the case.  Mr. Twitchell, the City Attorney, then addressed the Council.  He said that the ordinance under which this trail was proposed, was passed in 1869, and said that th4e old charter provided that any ordinance providing a penalty, could only be enforced after its publication, and the ordinance had never been published, and was therefore void.
     Alderman McGee then interrupted, and asked Mr. Twitchell a legal question so complicated and profound, that we cannot give it form.  Mr. Twitchell, however, satisfied Alderman McGee's enquiring mind, and the business of the Council proceeded.  Mr. Thompson then went on to make a brilliant legal argument on every possible subject, save, perhaps, the matter under consideration.  Alderman Hilliker moved that the Council cease spending the people's money in such tomfoolery as they were then carrying on.  He regarded the present proceedings as a disgrace to the Council.  Alderman English seconded the motion.   The ayes and noes were then taken upon the written motion filed  by Captain Miserez's attorney, to dismiss the case.  The motion was lost, 6-2 -- only English and Hilliker voting affirmatively.
     Mr. Thompson then called upon the city editor of the JOURNAL to testify in the case; but that personage absolutely refused to have anything to do with the matter.  Policeman Kelso proved a more willing witness, and testified to what every member of the Council knew perfectly well before.  David O'Neal was then sworn, and testified to Capt. Miserez's registering colored men.  After many more speeches and maneuvering, Alderman Chaffee moved to expel Capt. Miserez from office.  Alderman Waterman seconded the motion.  Aldermen While, Wolf, Cook, Waterman, Chaffee and McGee voted aye.  Aldermen English and Hilliker voted no.  A communication was read from Mayor Long, nominating Thomas Phelan as Supervisor of Registration.  Alderman English said the Mayor had no right to make any such appointment.  The communication was laid over, and the Council then adjourned.

March 29, 1870.

     The river is slowly rising.

     The nominations are all made.

     The Gas Company are laying pipes on Wyandotte street. 

     Only one case before the Recorder's Court yesterday, and that only a "plain drunk."  The delinquent paid the usual penalty.

     If you want a policeman, it's ten to one you won't find him; but if you don't want him, it's a hundred to one he will find you.

     A great deal of breath was wasted at the Democratic Convention yesterday.  Col. McGee received the nomination for Mayor, and "old Milt" responded to the loud calls made upon him by coming forward and gracefully thanking them for the offer.  Geo. Sweeney received the nomination for treasurer; Capt. J. J. Tobin rose to the top as nominee for City Auditor, C. A. Carpenter for Recorder, H. P White for City Attorney and Thos. Speers for Marshal.

     An evening paper says:  "On Saturday last, Colonel Chas. E. Kearney sold some lots near the corner of Third and Broadway, for $20,000, for which he paid about one year ago, $8,000.  Leavenworth and St. Joe papers, please copy."

     A PIGMY. - That the fabled pigmies have representatives now living, no one will doubt who gazes on the form of Major Chas. Decker, as he styles himself.  The Major is a well formed individual, and his height is certainly not worth talking about.  He visited our merchants yesterday and disposed of a goodly number of his photographs.  He is certainly a natural curiosity and proved the source of amusement to a crowd of naughty boys who persistently followed and hooted at him during his peregrinations, but the Major has a supreme contempt for little boys as he says "they don't amount to nothing, no how."

March 27, 1870.

     Registration is concluded.  There are 2,916 voters in the city.

     Alderman J. W. Cook declines to be a candidate for Mayor.  Sensible fellow.

     There will be services in all the churches to-day.

     Our attention was yesterday called to the very elegant ice cream saloon now being finished by Long & Hoffmeister, on Sixth street, in the second story of their new block.  It is extremely well lighted and airy, the ceiling being twenty feet in height.  The cornice is elegantly enriched with a grape vine, with fruit and leaves, and is probably the best job of the kind in the city.  This artistic work, and also the plastering, was executed by Young & Martin, who deserve great credit for their taste.

     Charles Crouse, of West Kansas City, had a large fibrous tumor removed yesterday from the right side of the superior maxillary, by Dr. Traver, dentist.  The molar teeth of the right side were all out and that space, with one-third of the palate, was occupied with a tumor the size and shape of a large butternut.  The incisions were made very deep in order to reach the base of the tumor.  The patient is now ding well and in a fair way of recovery.  This operation is known among surgeons as a very difficult one, and Dr. Traver has shown a great deal of skill in successfully performing it.

     A very melancholy and tragical affair took place in this city yesterday.  It appears that a young Englishman named Oliver has for some time past been in the employ of W. H. Morgan & Co., wholesale druggists, on Delaware street. Yesterday morning he felt unwell and thinking, perhaps, that a little brandy might help him, he procured a graduated glass, and taking down a bottle containing,, as he supposed, brandy -- poured out about ten tea spoonfuls, and drank it down.  He had hardly swallowed it when he discovered his awful mistake.  He had swallowed tincture of aconite -- even a few drops of which is sufficient to kill the strongest man.  He called loudly for help and the proprietors sent hastily for Drs. Morrison, Porter and Payne.  These gentlemen were speedily at hand, and did all that human skill could possibly accomplish, to save the unfortunate sufferer.  All their efforts, however, were futile -- he was beyond the reach of human skill.  He was fully sensible of his condition, and although he was suffering severe torture, he did not complain.  His wife, who had been summoned, stood beside him, and the sight of her agony might well appall the stoutest heart.  She will have the sympathy of the entire community in this sad and sudden bereavement.  Captain Adams, the Coroner, empanelled a jury, who, after hearing all the evidence, returned a verdict of "Death from accidental poisoning..  The deceased was about thirty years of age, and leaves a wife and one child.

March 26, 1870.

     A little rain fell last night.

     The Council sat as a court of enquiry yesterday, but in that capacity they were not a success.

     Work has been re-commenced on Second street.  Building is being vigorously prosecuted all over the city.  The wholesale houses of this city are doing a heavy business.

     The police business is small.  Nary a case before the Recorder's Court yesterday.   This can only be accounted for from the fact that all the candidates are dead broke and can't treat.

     The discharge papers of a soldier in the 7th Kansas Cavalry, were lost yesterday.  The owner is blind, and any one returning them to this office will receive his thanks.

     While our Mayor and Council struggle to impede progress, the Leavenworth Times and Conservative says "We are pleased to inform Republicans, white and black, that a copy of the official notice to Congress of the ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment is on its way to Leavenworth.  ... It leaves but a few days to our Democratic friends to make their peace with colored voters.  We suppose from this we will see the Democrats explaining in dulcet whispers to the newly enfranchised that they have always been their friends.  But you are too late, gentlemen, the bitter experience of half a century cannot be explained away in a moment, however eloquent the politician.  The Republican party, with the help of the soldier patriots, has enfranchised the once despised race, and they will vote with their friends.  In Democratic circles it has been customary to say with a sneer, "The colored troops fought nobly," and we know that they will vote as they fought.  Democrats will find their advances answered by the inspiring music of "'Shoo Fly.'"

     The Council met in the Chamber yesterday morning.  Alderman Cook called the Council to order and stated that the meeting was an adjourned for the purpose of investigating the case of Captain Miserez on the charge of registering Negroes to vote.  Mayor Long stated that he had been served with an injunction restraining him interfering with Peter J. Miserez in the discharge of his duties.  In fact, the whole Council was served with the injunction, which Mayor Long advised the Council to disregard.   Considerable discussion then followed on the question, whether the Council was setting as a council, or a court of enquiry.  Speeches were made by the Democratic attorneys, who vainly attempted to prove that something or other meant nothing at all, and that the injunction was not an injunction.  

     Then the attorney for Capt. Miserez filed a motion to dismiss the charges, denouncing the merits of the accusation in light of the fact that the Captains actions were perfectly legal.  As Mr. Cravens read the motion, it began to be remembered by the Council that if they proceeded they would be punished for contempt, and it being also known that Marshal Hayden, although a Democrat, was still resolved to do his duty, the courage of those Councilmen who had determined to proceed, injunction to the contrary, began to ooze out, and hence when Alderman Chaffee introduced the very sensible resolution to Adjourn, the Democratic Aldermen voted for it unanimously, glad no doubt, that their leader's brains had devised such easy means for at least a dignified escape from what promised to be a very unpleasant dilemma.  Next time the Council attempts to fly in the face of progress and law, its members will doubtless look before they leap.

March 25, 1870.

     We are promised some sidewalks.  It is time we have them.

     The late spell of mild weather has started the building trades into activity.  Buildings are going up rapidly in all portions of the city.

     The cisterns are nearly dry.  Oh, for rain.

     Ald. J. W. Cook has been elected president of the council.

     The Council meets this morning to investigate Capt. Miserez.  Mayor F. R. Long  and the "Democracy" does not like the practical exemplification of the constitutional doctrine, "that all men are created free and equal," and in an angry manner called Capt. Miserez aside and ordered Miserez to appear before the Common Council to answer the charge of registering negroes as qualified voters.  The decision arrived at will be of considerable interest, not only in this city, but at other cities where Registrars have acted precisely as Capt. Miserez.

     Mr. Church informs us that he has leased his new Walnut street hotel to Messrs. Bagwell, Stephens & R ice, for the term of five years, at $9,000 per annum.  they expect to have it open to the public in about six weeks.

     About a quarter to ten o'clock last night, an alarm of fire was raised, caused by a fire in the rear of the Cannon House, on Fifth street, between Delaware and Wyandotte streets.  The fire originated in a bedroom where the bed clothes had in some manner or ot her caught from a kerosene lamp.  The building is owned by Dr. Schoen, and occupied by Mrs. Cannon.  The loss will probably not exceed, and is fully covered by insurance. 

     The M. E. Church, South, is to build a new church on Walnut street, near Ross.  The building is to cost a large sum, and when completed will be an ornament to our city.

March 24, 1870.

     The Council meets this afternoon.

     The School Board have again changed their meeting night.  Thursday evening is now the appointed hour.

     The ferry boat to Harlem is doing a large business.

     Kansas City is to have two new school houses.

     Remember the Good Templars' entertainment at Frank's Hall to-night.

     A wicked editor says that a church, some people clasp their hands so closely in prayer that they are unable to get them open when the contributing box comes around.

     Recently G. C. Eaton, the polite and handsome young clerk at Matt. Foster & Co.'s, sustained a provoking loss.  His bedroom is in the third story of the building occupied by the above firm.  Unlocking it a few days since he found that some worthless thief had stolen his trunk, which was filled with clothing, letters, photographs and other valuable articles.  This is the second time that room has been entered and a theft committed.  Not long since a fine3 new suit of clothes belonging to Mr. Matt. Foster,, and some clothing of young Eaton's -- together worth $150 -- was stolen.

     "Poor fellow, his liberty is gone," and he has departed from the state of bachelordom to another state more genial.  We refer to the marriage of Andrew R. French, Esq., Business Manager of the Evening News, to Miss Dora M. Threlkeld.  The affair took place at the residence of the bride's father, E. R. Threlkeld, Esq., corner of High and Bellevue streets.  A number of the members of the press, upon invitation, congregated at 7 o'clock at the News office, and from there repaired in carriages to the residence of the bride.

March 23, 1870.

     Navigation has re-opened.  The steamer Mountaineer, of the Star Line, Captain Crapster in command, and Monroe Cunningham in the office, arrived from St. Louis at 2 p. m. yesterday, after a long and tedious  trip.  She left St. Louis on the 13th inst.  Was compelled to lay by for three days on account of storms.   Capt. Crapster reports only three and a half feet of water in the channel, and hard to find.  The river yesterday was rising, and navigation on the "Big Muddy" may be considered as virtually open.

     Now is the time to clean out your cisterns.

     Galloway's hop last night was a usual a pleasant affair.

     A new court house is much needed.  The present tumble down shanty is a disgrace to our city.

     Only two "drunks" before the Recorder yesterday.

     James A. Hutchinson, indicted for the murder of Col. Wilder, has been released on bond of $10,000.  M. J. Payne, J. J. Chiles, Wm. Botts, C. H. Vincent and J. G. Thompson are his sureties.

     An evening contemporary tells a "whopper" about Faivre, the root beer man.  We expect he did it to curry favor with that individual, more likely it's a puff.  That sheet is "heavy" on the latter article.

     It is proposed to pave Walnut street with the Nicholson wooden pavement.  We hope the proposition will prevail.

     West Kansas City is justly dissatisfied with the new Charter.  It ought to be an independence Ward.  It is wrong to compel laboring men to walk up town to register and vote.

     William Molyneux and Tim Shan are probably aware by this time that the law is a double edged weapon, and is very apt to wound those that handle it.  Both were arrested for using abusive language and both were complainant and defendant in either case.  The result was that both were fined $9.75.  Served both right.

March 22, 1870.

     The Gas Company are laying pipes on Walnut and Fifth streets.

     Galloway gives one of his pleasant hops to-night.

    A panorama of Milton's Paradise Lost is soon to be exhibited at Frank's Hall.

     Frank's Hall was crowded last night by the elite of this city on the occasion of the lecture by "Nasby" -- D. R. Locke, of the Toledo Blade.  The subject of the lecture was, "The struggles of a conservative on the woman question."  This he handled in a masterly manner and in a way that kept his audience in a continual roar.  His remarks, although comical, were still underlaid by a deep vein of sound common sense, and many a good moral was included in the jokes by the lecturer.

     James Drennan, of Wyandotte, was put up at the St. Nicholas Hotel Saturday, and on retiring blew out the gas.  When discovered, he was in an asphyxiated condition, and was attended to by Drs. Forrest and Bennet, who were unremitting in their exertions to save the unfortunate man.  But their effort proved futile.  The man continued to sink, and died about noon on Sunday from the effects of the gas.  By some strange oversight no inquest was held, and an evening luminary states that a "city official" declared one was unnecessary.  We should like to know the name of the busy-body who thus puts his finger in a pie that "isn't his'n."  Captain Adams, the county coroner, has his office directly opposite the hotel where the man died, and he not the official busy-body, was the person to decide whether an inquest was necessary or not.  No blame is to be attached to the proprietor of the St. Nicholas or his assistants.  The gas fixtures are new and in good order, and the sad affair was doubtless caused by the careless ignorance of the unfortunate deceased.

     Our German friends always go in for a good time and a big time, and that had just that last night at the Masquerade of the Kansas City Turnverein.  The variety of masques represented were quite varied, and some were very rich.  Among them we noticed flower girls, pretty waiter girls, nuns, friars, priests, Indians, Chinamen, "Jonathans" that looked as though they had been imported from Vermont expressly for the occasion, monkeys and bears mingled together in one confused jumble.  But the best part of the evening's entertainment was the burlesque upon our fire department, gotten up by Capt. Wm. Meir. 

March 20, 1870.

     We have had another spell of pleasant weather.  We hope that it is not too pleasant to last.

     Don't forget "Nasby," at Frank's Hall, to-morrow night.  Breunert & Wocher have a few reserved seats left.

     The Democracy had a pow-wow at Vaughn's Diamond last night.  Speeches were made, the usual quantity of whisky consumed, and the Democracy adjourned.

     Kansas City needs a new Court House.

     The News reports that a child of Mr. Foster, of the JOURNAL, was on board a wrecked train on the North Missouri Railroad, was, like the rest of its article on that affair, wholly false.

     Four parties were fined for drunkenness in the Recorder's Court yesterday, and one party paid $10.75 for allowing his tongue to outrun his discretions; in other words, for using abusive language.

     Don't forget to go and hear the immortal Petroleum. V. Nasby's lecture, at Frank's Hall, to-morrow night.

     The dramatic section of the Kansas City Turnverein will give a masquerade ball at Turner's Hall, to-morrow evening, that the managers intend shall be the most pleasing and enjoyable of the season.  Our German friends thoroughly understand how to make a masked ball successful and pleasant to all, and we think that of next Monday evening will not prove otherwise.  Tickets of admission are placed at the low price of $1.

March 19, 1870.

     Kansas City is to have a coal oil inspector.

     Hammerslough & Co., have resumed specie payment.

     Republicans, work and register.

     Hutchinson, the murderer of Colonel Wilder, has been indicted for murder in the second degree, after the Grand Jury heard a great deal of irrelevant testimony, and neglected to examine some very material witnesses.  How a sane jury could come to such a conclusion, if all the facts were properly presented, is more than we can understand.    

     Judge Sears and Colonel Pennock, of Ottawa, Kans., were taking a look at our growing city yesterday, and declared themselves delighted with the panorama of business in every direction.  They say  that in the long contest for the metropolis of the Missouri Valley, Kansas City has won.

     Fourteen car loads of passengers left this city for Kansas yesterday -- nine on the Kansas Pacific and five on the Fort Scott road.

     The "Postmaster at Confedrit X Roads, and Pastor of the Church of the New Dispensashun," preaches on the "Woman question" at Frank's Hall next Monday night.

     The omnibus line have sent East for several new "busses."

     The new St. Nicholas Hotel on Main street opposite the courthouse, containing 85 rooms, will be opened on Monday evening with a grand banquet and ball.  The hotel is a fine addition to the accommodations offered to travelers.

     An ambitious youth, who has been brought up with a sad misapprehension of facts, thus pours his soul into verse:

If I was a lokal editor,
   Wouldn't I have a time?
I wouldn't print a single word
   For less than a $ a line.

I'd get my grub and licker free,
   And tickets to the shows,
I wouldn't pay for buggy hire,
   And wouldn't I wear good close.

March 18, 1870.

     The weather celebrated St. Patrick's day by a general clearing up.

     Business is brisk and merchants are feeling hopeful.

     The Republican ward meetings last night were largely attended.  The best of feeling prevailed.

     Registration has again been extended.  Republicans do your duty and register at once.

     Mr. R. S. Patterson, the well-known wholesale liquor merchant, ahs returned from the East, where he has purchased a splendid stock of pure liquors.

     Mr. Emil Ganz, of the firm of Ganz Bros., has just returned from the East with a fine stock of ready made clothing, which will soon be ready for public inspection.  He also employed a first class cutter, an d this old and reliable firm will at once engage in merchant tailoring.  Give them a call at 218 Main street.

     Yesterday St. Patrick's day was duly celebrated by the Irish residents of this city.  The cheerless weather which has prevailed for the last few days gave way to sunshine and warmth, and it really seemed as though the Saint had blessed his anniversary.  The Irish Benevolent society, who seem to have taken the celebration of the day under their charge, assembled at their rooms on the corner of McGee and Ninth streets, and proceeded to Father Halpin's church,  where solemn High Mass was celebrated -- all the Catholic clergy of the city participating  in the impressive ceremonies.  At the conclusion of the services the Society was presented with a wreath of natural flowers, by the children of the Bellevue Seminary.  A bright little girl read an address on behalf of the Seminary.  About noon the services having concluded, the procession was formed on McGee street, with the right resting on Ninth street, and headed by the band, presented a very imposing appearance.  In the evening the Irish Benevolent Society gave a grand ball at Long's Hall, and a banquet at the St. Nicholas Hotel.  The ball may be set down as a grand success.  The music was good, the company select, and all present seemed to enjoy themselves heartily.  After several dances had gone through the company adjourned to the St. Nicholas to partake of hte banquet.  The dining hall was beautifully decorated, and the fair ladies and brave men present sat down to discuss and do justice to the bill of fare.  Raw oysters, oyster soup, Mackinaw Trout, salmon, haddock sturgeon, these served with wine sauce; cold, boiled, and roasted meats of all kinds served with a variety of relishes; a dozen different kinds of  pastries, cakes, tarts, jellies, fruits, cheeses, and nuts comprised the desert.  The company then returned to the hall and "tripped the light fantastic" until far into the "wee sma" hours when they departed homeward, carrying with them pleasant memories of the Irish Benevolent Society's first grand ball.

March 17, 1870.

     To-day is St. Patrick's, and his children propose to celebrate it right royally.

     Winter has reasserted its sway, and the weather for the past two days has been much colder than comfortable.  Plenty of ice in the river.

     Remember the Republican ward meetings to-night.

     Work is to be recommenced on the Nelson House as soon as warm weather sets in.  The present cold weather has put an end to building.

     To-day is the Jewish feast of Purim.

     There will be divine services in the Catholic Churches this morning, in honor of St. Patrick's day.

     To-day is the last day for registration.  Are you registered?  If not, register at once.  If you desire to vote, you must register to-day.

     On Friday night a gentleman and lady arrived in this city on the train from the east, and stopped at a Lawrence hotel.  The lady was young and prepossessing in appearance  They represented themselves as man and wife, and professed to have had large experience in hotel business, and sere in search of employment in that line.  As they seemed familiar with the details of hotel duties, they found no difficulty in securing an engagement.  Their names appear upon the register as W. M. Canfield and wife.  On entering the dining room, the lady was met by one of the girls of the house, who at once recognized her as the wife of the landlord of the Eagle Hotel, in Kansas City, and immediately made the fact known to her employer.  An investigation then took place, which lead to a confession on the part of the lady that she was the wife of Mr. Rooney, of the Eagle hotel, and that she had left him, in company with Canfield, in whom she professed to find a younger and more congenial companion.  Mr. Rooney was confined to his bed by a severe illness at the time of the desertion of his wife.  Whether the name of the paramour was correctly registered, or whether, which is more probable, it was fictitious, we were unable to ascertain.  The guilty parties at once left the hotel, but at last accounts were still in Lawrence.

March 16, 1870.

     Never were north winds colder, and more disagreeable than on yesterday.  The high wind blew down several signs and rendered walking unsafe as well as uncomfortable.

     To-morrow, St. Patrick's day, will be celebrated by our Irish citizens with great eclat.

     We understand that Col. Nelson is negotiating with eastern parties for the sale of his large property in Harlem.

     The hose cart, while proceeding to the fire night-before-last, was thrown over and one of the wheels broken to pieces.  The fire consumed a hotel, grocery, carpenter shop, shoe shop, stable and meat shop, besides damaging a lumber yard.  Mr. Coleman, the owner of the grocery, has burned out twice in the last twelve months.  Mr. Furguson intends to build his hotel on a much finer plan than it was before.

     NOTICE. -- All those who have not been vaccinated and are too poor to pay for the same, can be attended to free of charge, by calling at the office of Dr. Dickerson, City Physician, on Main street, a few doors south of Turner's Hall.

     Pursuant to call, the bright and shining lights of the Democracy assembled at Vaughn's Diamond to drink inspiration and something slightly stronger, and to counsel each other in the interest of the "dimmercratic" party.  Col. Milt McGee was "elevated" to the Presidency of the august assemblage, and Capt. Tobin preserved the valuable records of the gathering.  The venerable chairman and would-be Mayor spoke the usual piece and subsided.  The secretary also relieved his mind by uttering "a few remarks" to the brethren present.  Both gentlemen indulged in the usual denunciations of "infernal radicalism" and both eulogized in high-flown language the beauties of Democracy; and after expending their superabundant eloquence quaffed deeply of Democratic inspiration.

     Speaking of Democrats, Rev. Mr. Twine, a colored man, is being run as a candidate for Mayor of Atchison by the same.  Under the auspices of that party he will probably not go far.

March 15, 1870.

     Reader, to-day the JOURNAL celebrates an epoch in its history.  It comes to you clothed in a new and attractive garb, and it is to be hoped that now its visits will be, if possible, more welcome than ever.  Standing as it now does, upon the eminence of success, perhaps it would not be without interest to trace back its rise and onward progress.  We provide for you now the history of the JOURNAL, from the beginning of newspapers in Kansas City to to-day.  (Read it by clicking here.)

     FIRE. -- As we write, the Ferguson House, a large three story brick hotel on the Northwest corner of Ottawa street and Grand Avenue is in flames, and will most probable be a total loss.  The wind is blowing strongly from the north and it is impossible to tell what further damage the flames will do.  The loss of the Ferguson House and contents will probably not fall far short of $20,000.  The building and contents are owned by Wm. H. Ferguson, and owing to the terrible confusion prevalent our report was unable to ascertain  whether the property was insured.

     Extensive preparations are being made to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.  A procession and two balls are already arranged for.

     Real estate is active, and brings good prices.

     The river is full of floating ice.  The weather is rather changeable, and as we are "not a prophet, nor the son of a prophet," we shall not venture to make any remarks about its present state.

     There were 2,152 persons registered to vote up to noon yesterday, against 1,860 last year; an increase of 284.  Republicans, if you desire to see a reform in our city government, register to-day.

     The funeral services of the little daughter of Recorder Sutton took place yesterday afternoon, and were largely attended.  The services were conducted by the Revs. Mr. Roberts and Nott, and were very affecting.  Mr. and Mrs. Sutton have the sympathy of a large circle of friends in this, their sad bereavement.    

     WANTED at this office, an active, intelligent lad, about 13 to 15 years of age.  Apply at once.

March 15, 1864.

     The weather is slightly changeable.

     Business in the Recorder's Court continues dull  Nary a case yesterday before that august tribunal.

     Republicans, remember that a thorough registration is a Republican victory.  Register at once.

     DIED. -- On Saturday, the 12th of March, Mary Emma, infant daughter of Richard and Sarah Hampson, aged five months and one week.  The funeral will take place from the residence of the parents, on Thirteenth street, between Locust and Hackberry, on Sunday, the 13th inst., at half past 3 o'clock.  Friends are invited to attend.

     A game of Base Ball for the "Bat," and championship of Kansas City, took place on the corner of Hackbery and Seventeenth street yesterday afternoon.  The "Hectors" and "Centrals" were the contesting clubs, both of this city.  S. Withers and Wm. Rice were Scorers.  Abram Kimmell was chosen Umpire.  It being dark, the Umpire called the game at the eight inning.  The full score was 87.  The "Hector" club was victorious by 35 scores.

     The "Dimmercratic" candidate for Mayor, or rather the gentleman who aspires to that questionable honor, believes in whisky as an electioneering influence -- at least so says a saloon keeper in the Bottom, at whose house a grand Democratic pow-wow was recently held.

     The Beethoven Club is fairly under way, and all amateurs who desire to perfect themselves in music, are invited to meet at T. W. Letton's music store, Monday night.

     But few days have elapsed since the public were startled by the terrible murder of Col. Wilder, and yet, though the time has been so short, from every part of the country our exchanges come to us filled with denunciations of the murderer and his dastardly act.  We ourselves have studiously refrained from unnecessary comment on this sad tragedy, but we appreciate the indexes of popular feeling.

March 12, 1870.

     Registration has been extended for three more days.  Republicans, register.

     The expressions of horror at the dastardly act which has deprived the Journal of its editor, and denunciations of the murderer, still continue to pour upon us; and these expressions, numerous as they are, are still outnumbered by the expose of respect and esteem for the murdered soldier and journalist ,and condolence for his sorely afflicted family and friends.

     Nary a case before the Recorder's Court yesterday.  We are getting to be a moral city.

     The Common Council deliberated yesterday.

     Col. Nelson has sold the ferry boat Lizzie Campbell, for $12,000.  Another boat supplies her place.

     West Kansas City is forming a hook and latter company, and has petitioned the Council for apparatue.  The petition was granted.  Let us have a Fire Department that will protect the city.

     The Alleghanians are coming here.

     The Irish Benevolent Society gives a grand ball and banquet, at Long's Hall, on the 17th inst., St. Patrick's Day.  the affair promises to be a most successful one.

     It is with more of pain and regret, though not without indignation, that we remark an article in the Times of the 10th inst., terming it a species of "duty" to shoot a man down on the street without warning; and in some manner justifying the assassination of Colonel Wilder, as in accordance with the "custom of the country" in the south and West.  A newspaper controversy upon such a them is especially not desirable, and we do not propose it.  If the Times shall justify the "duty" of scalping and burning of captives by the Indians, as it may well do on the plea of the "custom of the country," we shall not contest the point.  But in the name of civilization we protest against all such customs.

March 11, 1870.

     The horror which has thrown such deep gloom over this community is too fresh in the minds of the public to be alluded to here.  And yesterday the remains of the loved and honored journalist were tenderly escorted by those who knew, loved and honored him while living, and who now that he is dead revere his memory, to be sent eastward to the home that his tragical death has made desolate indeed.

     At the conclusion of the coroner's inquest day before yesterday the honored remains were taken to the residence of Judge William Stevens, on the corner of Ross and Main streets, where loving hands carefully prepared them for their long, last sleep.  The body was placed in a handsome metallic burial casket, adorned with heavy silver mountings and a plate on which was engraved the following inscription:

     COL. JOHN WILDER, DIED MARCH 9, 1870.

     About 1 o'clock yesterday afternoon, the employees of the Journal, to the number of thirty, marched from the Journal office to the residence where the remains were lying.  The body was brought out and placed in a hearse, by the following gentlemen, who acted as pall bearers:  Col. Frank Foster, Col. J. C. Moore, Mr. Medsker, Mr. Fullerton, Maj. Thatcher and Col. Weissman.  The procession then proceeded to the Congregational church, where the funeral services were held.

     The body was taken from the hearse by the pall bearers and carried into the church, where it was placed before the alter.  As the mournful procession passed up the crowded aisle, the choir rendered a solemn anthem with good effect.  when the large audience had become somewhat composed, the Rev. Mr. Irwin gave out the 330 hymn:  "Christ, of All My Hopes the Crown," which was sung by the choir.  The Rev. Mr. Nott then read in a feeling manner the fourteenth chapter of Job.  At its conclusion a prayer, earnest, pathetic and solemn, was offered by the Rev. Mr. Warder.  The Rev. Mr. Irwin then read the funeral hymn, commencing, "From All that I Hold Dear," which was sung by the choir.  The Rev. Mr. Roberts then came forward to preach.  He took his text from the book of Samuel, chapter 20, 3d verse.

     At the conclusion of the sermon, the Rev. Mr. Nott, of the Second Presbyterian Church, made a feeling address.  In tones husky from emotion, the reverend gentleman proceeded to make a short address, full of pathos, sympathy and feeling, and when he had concluded, there was hardly a dry eye in that whole assemblage.  He said:  "John Wilder, the brave, true man, who is now lying dead before me, was my classmate.  He is not dead, but murdered.  No one can look at this tragedy without being shocked with horror and disgust.  Assassination is always cowardly, and an assassin is always a cowardly man.  An assassin is a coward, that, and nothing more.  It requires no courage to step up behind your victim and murder him."

     The Rev. Mr. Irwin then offered a fervent petition to the throne of grace, and the service were concluded by the benediction, pronounced by the Rev. Mr. Roberts.

     The cover which had concealed the face of the dead was then removed, and a throng of loving and weeping friends passed before it, and took a long and lingering gaze at the features that they should see no more until time is merged into eternity.  The coffin was again covered and conveyed by the pall bearers.

     The funeral cortege passed slowly down Chestnut street to Main, thence to Fifth street, and along Bluff street to the Union depot.  Arrived there, the remains were taken from the hearse and the casket was enclosed in a plain pine box and placed on the evening express train on the Hannibal and St. Joseph railroad, to be conveyed to Boston, where they will be interred.  Thus ended the funeral ceremonies, and with heavy hearts the mourners wended their way homewards, thinking of him who would never again be with them in hours of joy or moments of sorrow.

     And now, from the testimonials of regard and affection paid to the remains of his victim, let us turn to the miserable murderer whose dastardly act has been the of all this sorrow and suffering.  We feel like saying hard things against him, but we remember that He has said "Vengeance is mine, and I will repay," and we leave the murderer to the care of the laws of the country, which he has so fearfully violated, feeling assured that they will do impartial justice.  At five o'clock last night the murderer was placed in a close carriage, which was surrounded by a strong guard, and driv3en to the railroad depot, where he was p laced upon the train and taken to Independence.  Ere this reaches the reader, he will be safe in the gloomy recesses of the County Jail, and there we gave him to the gnawing of that conscience which even a man as sinful as he must sometimes be troubled with.  And here for the present ends this awful tragedy.  On Monday next the Grand Jury assemble and will probably investigate this sad affair.  What the future result will be we can only conjecture.  Let us hope that impartial justice will be done.

March 10, 1870.

COL. JOHN WILDER, EDITOR OF THIS NEWSPAPER,

MURDERED IN COLD BLOOD.

     It is with feelings of the most intense horror and indignation that we take up our pen to chronicle the brutal and unprovoked murder of Col. John Wilder, Senior Editor of the Journal.  In broad daylight, in the middle of a populous city, he has been hurried into eternity by the pistol of a cowardly assassin.  John Wilder was no coward, at his country's call, he flew to her defense, and often braved death in her cause, and now when peace has again visited our country, he has fallen a victim to the murderous hatred of one whom he never harmed.

     As far as we can gather the facts, Colonel Wilder was standing at the northeast end of the hallway, which runs through the Court House, in conversation with Mell H. Hudson, the City Clerk.  The murderer, James H. Hutchinson, was then standing in the west or front door of the Market House.  He walked over to the north side of Fourth street, and engaged in conversation with Mr. Sol S. Smith, and, pointing to Mr. Hudson and Colonel Wilder, asked if "that man was Wilder?"  Mr. Smith told him he did not know.  He then drew a revolver from his breeches pocket, cocked it under his coat, and walked rapidly towards where Colonel Wilder and Mr. Hudson were standing.  When within about sixteen feet of them, he muttered, "Now, sir, defend yourself," and fired the ball, striking Colonel Wilder just above the right mammary region, and traveled in a diagonal direction towards the heart. 

     Colonel Wilder did not at first seem to realize that he was mortally wounded, as he walked through the hall towards the Recorder's room, where two gentlemen, of of whom he recognized and called by name, assisted him into the City Attorney's office, in the northwest corner of the Court House.  Here he was laid on the floor, and Drs. Bennet, Morris, Porter, Dickson and Woodson were speedily in attendance.  Their skillful efforts, however, were of no avail, for in about twenty minutes he breathed his last.

     After firing the fatal shot, the murderer cocked his pistol but did not fire.  Officers O'Hare and Halpin, and Marshal Keck heard the shot and advanced to arrest Hutchinson, who retreated a few steps and pointed his revolver, but officer Halpin, clasping him from behind, secured him before he could do further mischief.  He was at once taken into the Recorder's Court room and searched, when two revolvers were taken from him.  He was then, to keep him from the crowd, taken down the stairs and locked up.  The pistol with which the murder was committed, is of the old Smith & Wesson patter, Pond's make, a six shooter.  All the chambers were loaded and only one was discharged.  The weapon is now in the possession of the Marshal.

     The following is the statement of Mell H.Hudson, City Clerk:

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     The murder occurred about 11 o'clock.  Col. Wilder and I were standing in the hall of the Court House, conversing together.  Hutchinson approached us from the Market House, coming towards Main street.  He stopped within fifteen feet of us, and our attention was called to him by his making the remark, "Now, prepare!" or "Now, get ready!" or something to that effect.  As we raised our heads he was in the act of pointing his revolver towards us, and that instant he fired.  Col. Wilder was struck in the breast, and the shock caused him to turn partly round, and I did not know for a moment that he was hit.  I immediately ran a few steps to the front of the Court House and called for the police, and returned without delay.  I saw the Colonel apparently staggering, when a friend caught him, and asked him if he was hit.  He replied, "Yes, here," placing his hand over his breast.  He was then taken into the City Attorney's office, and laid upon the floor.  He did not utter another word, and in fifteen minutes he was dead.

     As soon as Col. Wilder was s hot Policeman O'Hare and Marshal Keck advanced toward Hutchinson to arrest him.  Hutchinson retreated a few paces and drew another revolver, holding one in each hand.  Policeman Halpin approached Hutchinson from the opposite direction and threw his arms around Hutchinson's waist, and the prisoner was then disarmed and put in jail, under a heavy guard.

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    When the excitement had somewhat subsided, Justice of the Peace J. C. Ranson, who acted as Coroner in the absence of Captain Robert Adams, who empanelled an jury, and proceeded to hold an inquest.  Details of the inquest will be given in  tomorrow's issue.

READ THE OBITUARY OF COL. JOHN WILDER HERE

     The murderer, James A. Hutchinson, is a short, thick set individual, apparently about thirty -five years of age.  He has resided in this city for about ten years, and is a married man.  For some time past he has been in the employ of Brooks, Thompson & Co., who have a stall in the Market in the Public Square.

March 9, 1870.

     Business is brisk, and our merchants are rejoicing.

     Kansas City has imported tea directly from Japan.

     The Quincy Evening Journal of the 3rd says that on the afternoon there were ten car loads of Swedes at the depot, on their way to Kansas City from Ohio.  They compose a colony, and are leaving the Buckeye State to better their fortunes in the far west.

     Candidates are plentiful, and the saloons are reaping a rich harvest.

     A chap writes to an evening paper and signs himself, "Progressive Democracy."  We were not aware that there was any such thing.

     The registration of voters for the coming election was begun in the various wards yesterday.  The registering place for the First ward is at the Court House, Mr. Mansfield, register.  The registering place for the Second ward is in the Metropolitan block, grand Avenue.  For the Third ward at the Broadway Hotel, and for the fourth ward at Case's new building near the Sheridan Hotel.  We need not remind our readers that wish to vote, that it is absolutely essential that they should register if they wish to enjoy that privilege.  No old registration will avail.  If you would vote, register.

     Bancroft and Fessedens Dramatic troupe appeared before a large audience at Frank's Hall last night, in the sensational drama of "Under the Gaslight."  To say that it was well and creditably acted throughout, would be no more than a simple act of justice.  The parts were uniformly well taken, and as great care had been taken in the costuming, the whole effect was very pleasing.  Let our citizens turn out and show that they appreciate and will sustain a good theatre.  Tonight, Don Caesar de Basan.  Let everybody who loves the drama turn out and go.

March 8, 1870.

     The weather is cold but pleasant.  The river is full of floating ice.

     "Under the Gaslight" drew a good house at Frank's Hall last night.

     Republicans register to-day if you desire to vote.

     The "bogos Democracy" held several meetings last evening to prepare for the coming funeral of their party.  It was a solemn scene.

     Marble has been discovered on the farm of J. F. Kinney, about five miles from this city up the Kaw.  It is of a dark color and beautifully variegated.  It is susceptible of a fine polish and can be had in exhaustible quantities.  This discovery is really an important one and we hope soon to see our city advance with buildings constructed of it.

     The Young Men's Christian Association are engaged in starting a reading room.  Help them -- the city needs such a thing.

     There are several man t raps and pitfalls in this city.  where is our street commissioner?

     The Fourth Ward School, a fine building, which stands on the corner of May and Eighth streets, was erected by the Board of Education at a cost of $22,000, and was formally opened yesterday.  The school house is built of brick, with facings of Junction City stone and is well finished throughout.  Yesterday it was formally opened with about 150 pupils.  The following are teachers:  Principal, Mr. Coleman; Miss Rebecca Wyseng, Miss Mary Smith and Miss Tristoe, Assistants.  We sincerely hope that this building will long stand to be used in the great cause of free education.

     The city is to have three daily mails to and from the east.  How are you now, Leavenworth?

     On Sunday last the "local" of the Journal attended divine service in the German Catholic Church.  when the mass was over and he was leaving the church and within five feet of the door, he replaced his hat on his head.  Whereupon some bigoted foolish old woman rushed forward with a yell and knocked it off.  This is the legitimate result of ignorance and bigotry, and if these qualifications lead to Heaven, the old woman mentioned is certainly on the high road to that blissful spot.

March 6, 1870.

     The public square was crowded yesterday, despite the threatening weather.

     The river is rising, and is almost clear of ice.

     Candidates are cropping up. 

     The March term of the Circuit Court for Jackson County commences at Independence one week from to-morrow.

     The lamps on Fifth street want attending to; several glasses broken.

     Friend Simons is becoming romantic.  We suppose he is in love.  We really envy him his success, and shall endeavor in our humble way "to follow in the footsteps of our distinguished predecessor."

     A man name Dunnington killed H. A. Hines in the Big Creek timber, in Cass county, just south of the Jackson county line, yesterday morning.  Dunnington shot Hines three times with his revolver, then broke his skull with an axe.  The fight was caused by a family quarrel.  Dunington gave himself up to the Sheriff of Cass county and was taken to Harrisonville.

     Six "drunks" were disposed of in the Recorder's court yesterday.

     A special service of the congregation and Sabbath school united, will be held in the English Lutheran church this morning.  "Gather the people together, men and women and children, and the stranger that is within the gates," Deut. 31, 12.

     Mr. E. H. Oswald leaves for the East this to-morrow, to purchase a fine stock of millinery.

     We are glad to note the appointment of W. J. Phillips as Assistant Assessor, Division No. 1, Sixth District of Missouri.  Mr. P's office will be with the Assistant U. S. Assessor, over the Postoffice.  "Jutt" was formerly connected with the Journal, and if he is as good an assessor as he was circulator, Uncle Samuel will have gained a valuable servant.  The new assessor has our heartiest and best wishes for his future success.

March 5, 1870.

     The Sisters of St. Joseph are collecting funds for the purpose of building an Orphan Asylum and Erring Woman's Refuge.   Help them.

     Music in the public schools is a success.

     Candidates are thick as mushrooms.  Election is coming.

     Yesterday several boys were brought before the Recorder, charged with entering Coate's Opera House, under construction, and wantonly injuring it.  Several of them were discharged, but three young scamps named Frank Ashton, B. Garrett and Patrick Dwyer were fined $18 each, which their parents will have to pay.  They deserve and ought to get a severe whipping for their mischievousness.

     Travel is brisk and  hotel keepers are rejoicing.

     During the late storm, five telegraph poles were blown down between Lawrence and Topeka.  Some "experimenting" scoundrel placed a connecting wire between the two wires and stopped "telegraphing."

     The Y. M. C. A. Library is now ready for circulation.  Cards are on sale admitting bearer to use of Library for six months or one year, at the rate of two dollars per year, to those not members of the association. The money received from sale of tickets will be expended in supporting the library and keeping the rooms open for visitors and readers.  The reading room will be free to all.

     Wanted. -- At t he Journal Job Rooms, a smart and active boy, who has had some experience in running presses or who has worked in a printing office.

March 4, 1870.

     Disagreeable weather yesterday.

     The Irish people intend to celebrate the 17th inst., St. Patrick's Day, in a splendid manner.  Frank's Hall has been engaged.

     Next Monday a daily lightning express train will leave Kansas City on the Mo. Pacific road, at 9:40 p. m,, and will go through to St. Louis in nine hours.

     Horse thieves are around, and two cases were reported yesterday.,  John Blackhoof, an Indian, lost one, and T. J. Owens, who lives at Garnett, Kansas, lost a fine span.  He offers $150 reward for their recovery.

     Major Shannon intends to build an addition to his fine building on the corner of Third and Main streets, which will then extend 100 feet on Third street.  His increasing business makes the enlargement necessary.  Work will be commenced at once.

     Owing to the heavy storm of yesterday, the wires are down, and telegraphic communication with the East destroyed.  This will account for the lack of telegraphic news in to-day's Journal. 

     We have had the pleasure of meeting G. W. Householder, Esq., one of the proprietors of the evening Bulletin, who has just returned from the mountains and silver mining districts of Colorado.  He brings with him twenty or thirty samples of silver ore, which we have had the pleasure of examining.  He also has a diagram, taken by himself, upon the grounds of the different "lodes" and tunnels.  These specimens are really fine, and we would advise those who take an interest in such matters, to go and see them.  They can be seen at any time at the office of the Evening Bulletin.

     We are called upon again to chronicle yet another accident from the careless handling of a dangerous fluid.  This morning, about 6 o'clock, Mary Pettigrew, a servant girl, about twenty years of age, at the residence of Mr. Jas. Hill, on Wyandotte street, in starting a fire, poured upon the feeble blaze coal oil for the purpose of hastening its burning.  The flames communicated with the fluid in the can, and an explosion followed.  The result of which was the young lady's dress caught fire, and before the flames were extinguished through the exertions of a man who happened to be near, she was badly and seriously burned about the shoulders, hands and legs.  A physician was summoned to attend her within a few moments, and he feels that she is now out of danger, although her wounds are quite severe, and it will take care, patience and time for her to recover.  Parties cannot be too careful in handling coal oil.  The number of accidents occurring in various sections of this country are numerous.  A little care and attention will always prevent an accident.

March 3, 1870.

     Business is brisk.  Building and grading are going on everywhere.

     The river is free from ice.

     The concert at the First Baptist Church, last night, was a success.

     Mrs. Cheney sings at the Old Folks' Concert.  Don't forget it.

     Postmaster Foster has returned from Leavenworth.  He looks as pleasant as ever, and says that Leavenworth is a dull, dead town.  We agree with him.

     We are glad to state that Marshal Keck was at his post yesterday.  An accident to his finger was not as severe as first thought.  His many friends will be glad to learn this.

     According to the rule of the Catholic church, there can be no marriages during Lent.  Several anxious couples were heard of yesterday who took advantage of the first day of March, the last preceding the time of restraint, to splice for life.

     Dr. Mary Walker, who is well known in this city, has fallen into sacrilegious hands again.  This time she was arrested in the streets of New Orleans.  Quite a crowd had gathered round her, hooting at her costume, and throwing mud at her pantaloons.  The police interfered and carried her to the station, for causing a disturbance by wearing masculine garments.  Once before the Recorder a very lively scene took place.  Dr. Mary attacked the offending policeman with all the fury of her ready tongue, and the policeman returned it in kind.  After much fencing, she was discharged from custody, but warned she would be arrested just so often as she appeared upon the streets in that costume.

     Business in the Recorder's Court yesterday was rather brisk.  Three victims of intemperance were brought before the Recorder, who administered the usual fine.  One of the three was a member of the female species.  It is bad enough to witness drunkenness and degradation in a man, but in a woman the spectacle is still more repulsive, and we are glad that it is so rare among them.

March 2, 1870.

     Gallaway's weekly hop was unusually well attended last night.  Gallaway himself was very, in fact, uncommonly agreeable and smiling.

     Alf Burnett -- The sale of reserved seats for the first soiree of this accomplished troupe (to-night) will commence at nine o'clock, at Brunert's Drug Store and at Frank's Hall.

     A few days ago a party of Indians attacked a train in Arizonia, New Mexico, and killed Epefanto Auguerid, son-in-law of J. Bernard, Esq., of Westport.

     An  engine on the Missouri River Road ran off the track near Leavenworth, at an early hour yesterday morning, and came within two or three feet of rolling into the river.  The fall was about twenty feet.  The engine was completely demolished.

     Wendell Phillips is engaged to lecture in this city.

     R. S. Patterson, Esq., the well-known liquor merchant, has left for the East.  Mr. P. will lay in the finest stock of pure liquors that has ever been brought West.

     The Recorder's Court yesterday had a fuller docket than it has had for some days past.  The cause of the unusual pressure was warm weather and -- whisky; and strange as it may appear, this is a true statement, for when the weather  is cold men stay at home and do not lounge from place to place, and consequently do not get drunk.

     Jerry Dowd has a large force of men grading the corner of Sixth and Walnut streets.

     Church's new hotel will be ready for business about the first of April.

March 1, 1870.

     The members of the "P. Literary" Society are requested to meet at J. H. Holden's this (Tuesday) evening.

     The News reports: "Unusual number of arrivals at hotels by the early mornings' train.  Everyone (?) began the day by taking a drink."  That local evidently  judges others by himself.

     Quite a crowd of music lovers congregated at the Music Store of T. W. Letton, last night, with the expectation of organizing a music club, under the leadership of Prof. Howard.  They meet again next Monday evening, and all musical friends are invited.

     Yesterday presented the usual scene at the Recorder's Court.  The victims of whisky were there with haggard faces and bloodshot eyes, awaiting the penalty that was to follow their evil doings.  The Recorder took his seat, the attorney was on hand, Kelso woke up, and the machine started.  Four men in all paid $9.75 each for their indiscretion.  L. Turner, a gay gambalier, was fined $16.00, for playing o'er the green cloth.

     Last night the masquerade ball of the German Singing Club came off at Frank's Hall.  The hall was crowded with the elite of the city, and the costumes were both novel and elegant.  The music, which was very good, was supplied by Charles Volrath's Kansas City Brass and String Band.  A man, dressed as a monkey, created much amusement.  And a drunkard reeled about in a manner strongly suggestive of Marshal Keck and a Recorder's court fine.  A porter groaned under the weight of a heavy trunk, while a table tripped across the room carrying a chap too lazy to walk.  A rooster strutted about, while a monk gravely held his beads and cast shy glances at a handsome though masked nun.  The fire department was represented, and Venus tripped the light fantastic in a manner that would do credit to Galloway himself. It was far into the wee hours when the company finally separated, and the remembrance of the evening will long remain as an adois of pleasure amid the dreary toil of daily life.