that no harm had been done, and that the accused thought they were acting in self-defense. Since that time, three or four more cases of a similar nature have been tried, ending in acquittal also. To crush out this horrible superstition, it will yet become necessary for Germany to pass a law against cannibalism—which is of itself a striking comment on nineteenth century civilization. From— The Daily State Journal. (Alexandria, Va.), 16 Oct. 1873. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.