THE ARKANSAS CITY JOURNAL
Arkansas
City, Arkansas
Saturday, December 23, 1882, Vol. 4, No. 9
Issued Every Saturday by the Journal Publishing Company, J. W.
Dickinson, Jr.. Bus. Mgr.
EDITORIAL
The arrival of the steamer Kate Adams on her maiden trip in the
Memphis and Arkansas City trade is the apology--if any were needed--to allude
to our distinguished fellow-citizen Major John D. Adams. A native of Arkansas,
and a life-time devotee to the interests of the State, energetic, liberal,
progressive, far-seeing--Major Adams has, perhaps, done more than any living
man to develop and improve the condition of the State. Honored at home and
abroad, distinguished alike for his deeds and his virtues, he will, it is to be
hoped, long live to see the good results of his many noble acts. With heavy
investments in the realty of our city and a superbly appointed steamer devoted
alone to the trade between this point and Memphis, what citizen is there who
will not and does not feel it his duty to help our own city by liberal
patronage of the Kate Adams? While the JOURNAL is not the champion or
mouthpiece of any one man or line of trade, it feels that justice should be
meted out to where it belongs, hence a kind remembrance of the Kate Adams and
her noble owner is asked from all.
LOCAL NEWS
THE KATE ADAMS
Early risers who were astir
at daylight this morning were the first to catch the welcome sound of the long
whistle of the Kate Adams as she came around Chocktaw bend, and in half an hour
the whole town was agog with curiosity and excitement over the arrival of the
new boat. A dense fog on the river prevented a sight of her, though many eyes
were strained in the direction from which she was to appear. It had been arranged
that a committee of city officers and citizens were to take a tug and meet her,
to make the welcome more binding, as it were, but the impenetrable fog cut out
this part of the programme. About eight o'clock it was known that she had
passed the city and gone down to the levee camps to discharge some men and
supplies, and when her whistle announced her approach to the elevator a rush of
people to the wharf and the boom of anvils immediately followed.
AT THE LANDING
As soon as she was made
fast, people flocked on board in crowds, and all confessed that no prettier or
more complete steamboat ever touched at this port. Her magnificent cabin was an
especial theme of admiration. The whole boat, from pilot-house to the railway
tracks in the hold, were carefully inspected and the verdict was "She is a
good one, and no mistake!" Maj. John D. Adams, who came down from Memphis
on the boat, cordially received all callers, welcoming them on board in his
heartiest manner. Capt. Cheek and the other officers gave every attention to
visitors and sight-seers. Mayor Robb and the members of the City Government
arriving on board, the multitude was brought to something like order and His
Honor proceeded to deliver a feeling and appropriate address of welcome.
Capt. W. R. Cheek responded to the address of Judge Robb in a
short but feeling speech, thanking him and the community he represented for the
good feeling manifested in the cordial welcome of the new boat which he had the
honor to command.
Miss Mary Eliza Murphy, the accomplished daughter of Mr. James
Murphy, of this city, was then introduced and, on behalf of the ladies of the
city, presented the boat with a handsome suit of colors...
Captain Yergar of Mississippi, for the officers, gracefully
responded to Miss Murphy, assuring her the colors so kindly presented would
ever be looked upon with pleasure, as they would call to mind the fair donors.
LANGUAGE WOULD FAIL...were we to attempt a full recital of the
beauties and excellencies of the bonnie Kate. Suffice it to say she is more
than equal of any boat in the river in point of fittings, furnishings and
equipment. Built at a cost of $95,000, she lacks absolutely nothing that goes
to make up a literal floating palace.
ROSTER OF OFFICERS
All of the officers of the Dean
Adams, except Steward Matson, were transferred to the new boat. Their long and
faithful service in the line entitled them to this recognition, and certainly
the patrons of the Dean will be glad to find on board the Kate Adams all their
old friends.
The roster is as follows: Mark R. Cheek, Master; A. L. Cummins,
Chief Clerk; W. Outlaw, Second Clerk; A. L. Cummins, Jr., Bill Clerk; Henry
Powers, Chief Mate; Thomas Kelly, Second Mate; Louis Botto, Chief Engineer;
John Botto, Second Engineer; William Hopus, Pilot; Elisha Evins, Pilot; Frank
Norris, Steward; Joseph Flynn, Barkeeper. Every one of them well known and
deservedly popular in the trade.
A WORD FOR HER OWNER
"Memphis Appeal,
Tuesday. No man who has ever enlisted his capital and energies for Memphis has
made a braver fight to preserve her river trade than John D. Adams. For
thirty-five years he has been tried, and often by fire, and has proven himself
true as the steel of the best Toledo blade. His losses in that time have been
many and have been large--in the aggregate well up toward the millions--but he
has risen superior to the traduction, hate and malice of his enemies, and is
still intimately identified with the city for which much of the best years of
his life have been expended. His latest proof of enterprise is the magnificent
new steamboat, Kate Adams, which tied up at the landing last night about 10:30
o'clock. She came down the river a blaze of glory, lighted by electricity from
stem to stern, inside and outside, upstairs and down, and by the few who were
so fortunate as to be on the bluff or at the levee at that late hour was much
admired. She undoubtedly is the queen of the river. Her lines are perfect, her
proportions true and her cabins are replete with every luxury." The same
paper of Wednesday says: "Maj. John D. Adams expresses himself highly
pleased with his new boat, and he was never more genial in his life than
yesterday in welcoming visitors. Everybody, from the roustabout poorly clad to
the most elegantly dressed lady visitor, was received and given free admittance
to every part of the boat."
WHAT WILL HAYS THINKS AND SAYS OF HER
The Louisville
Courier-Journal of last Friday has this paragraph concerning the new beauty:
"A clear case of 'yonder she comes, here she is, there she goes,' took
place in our harbor last evening. The new and beautiful sidewheel passenger
steamer Kate Adams, built by James Rees & Sons, Pittsburg, for the Memphis
and Arkansas City trade, passed down in front of our city like a blue streak of
greased lightning. She had been expected during the day, and many people were
disappointed in not getting to see her, and a great many hoped to have the
pleasure of visiting her last night. All were disappointed, for she shot by
without stopping her wheels, dived into the canal like a thing of life, and is,
no doubt, this morning many miles down the river, going like a racehorse and
headed for Memphis. Capt. W. C. Tichenor was on the roof, Mr. Will Rees was in
the office, the passengers were at supper, and, as old Ike remarked:
'Gentlemen. dat dar boat wur a-gwine down de ribber so dam fas' dat the cap'n
wur afraid to let go de bell and go in out'n de cold ter wa'm hisse'f.'"
THE BEST WISHES...of thousands attend the new packet, and that
she and her officers may enjoy a long and prosperous career is the universal
expression. The boat and the men who control her destinies are certainly worthy
all the success that could fall to their lot. May they have it.
NOTES
She's a daisy, and no
mistake!
Jovial Joe Flynn takes the pastry
as steamboat barkeeper.
All the officers are as
proud of the Kate as if she were akin to them.
Major John D. Adams has been
interested in steamboats, as master and owner, for nearly a third of a century.
Steward Norris has a
life-long reputation as a skillful caterer, and as a manager of the
"living" department of a steamboat he has no superior.
The many friends of Steward
Jerry Matson, of the Dean Adams, will be sorry to miss the genial face on the
new boat. He resigned to come out on the new Will S. Hays.
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REWARD
Proclamation by the Governor
Whereas, it has been made
known to me that on or about the 14th day of August, 1882, the County of Desha,
State of Arkansas, one
R. H. COSTELLO
killed and murdered Robert C. Costello and is now at large. Now,
therefore, be it known that I., Thomas J. Churchill, Governor of Arkansas, by
virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Laws of said
state, do offer a reward of TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS, for the arrest and delivery to
the Sheriff of Desha county, Arkansas, of the said R. H. Costello, to the end
that he shall stand trial upon the said accusation, and be dealt with as law
and justice may require.
DESCRIPTION: Said Robert H.
Costello is about 25 years of age, 5 feet 8 inches high, will weigh about 140
pounds, is of light sallow complection, has rather light auburn hair, and has
upon one leg an old sore from the effects of which he walks with a perceptible
limp.
In witness whereof I have
hereunto set my hand and caused the great seal of the State to be affixed at
Little Rock, this the 15th day of September. A.D. 1882.
T. J. Churchill, Governor
Jacob Frolich, Secretary of
State
LOCAL ADVERTISEMENTS
DUNAWAY & CO., Novelties in Fancy Goods Selected Expressly for
Christmas Presents
E. M. TRIPPE PLANING-MILL AND LUMBER-YARD, Arkansas City, Ark.
Orders Taken and Promptly
Filled ... Address Postoffice Box 135.
S. E. SWEET, Contractor and Builder, Repair of Buildings, P.O.Box
135
CRAWFORD & BULLOCK
Choice Groceries, Plantation
Supplies
Front Street, Arkansas City.
WATERMAN SMITH CO.
Wholesale and Retail --
Liquors, Wines, Cigars, Tobacco, Etc.
Plant Building, Cor. Third
& Front Strs.
C. P. SMITH, Physician Surgeon,
Office at Lowman & Bros.
Drug Store.
Residence on Fourth St. near
walnut tree.
C. P. TOBIN, Physician and Surgeon,
Office at Dunaway & Co.
Drug Store,
Residence at Rev. John
Pryor's.
JAMES MURPHY, Attorney at Law, Arkansas City.
PINDALL & MERRITT, Attorneys at Law, Arkansas City.
H. THANE, Attorney at Law, Notary Public and Land and General
Collecting Agent, Arkansas City.
J. W. DICKINSON and G. W. MILLER, Attorneys at Law, Arkansas
City.
JAMES DUFFY, Justice of the Peace, Franklin Township,
Office at Courthouse,
Arkansas City
FARMS FOR SALE.
Several No.1 Plantations,
cheap and on liberal terms.
Apply to Dickinson &
Miller.
JNO. YEISER, General Insurance Agt., Arkansas City
JOE ZERGA - Imported Candies, Crystallized Fruits Bonbons for
Christmas.
JOE ZERGA OYSTER PARLORS
Select New York Oysters
Served any Style Desired.
THE ARKANSAS CITY JOURNAL
A Weekly Paper Devoted to
the Interests of Desha County and Southeast Arkansas. Issued Every
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CRENSHAW'S Fall and Winter Stock of Dry Goods, Clothing, Notions,
Family and Plantation Supplies, Iron, Hardware, Nails, and Agricultural
Implements.
ARKANSAS CITY COFFIN CO.
We Keep always on hand all
Sizes and Styles of Coffins, Caskets, Undertakers Goods, etc.
J. M. SCARRY, Dealer Fresh Meats and Game of All Kinds
Rear of Crenshaw's, Arkansas
City
DUNAWAY & CO.
Drugs, Patent Medicines,
Toilet Articles, Cigars, Tobacco, Paint, Coal Oil, Lamps, Guns, Ammunition..
C. W. MARTIN SAW MILL, Reedville, Ark.
Lumber shipped to any point
on the railroad.
STEAMER DEAN ADAMS
Lv. Memphis for Arkansas
City every Monday and Thursday.
Lv. Arkansas City for
Memphis every Tuesday and Friday.
Mark R. Cheek, Master; A. L.
Cummins, Clerk
Copyright
2000 by Louis Reitzammer
