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Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
UTNrSvnIR Sent 90 1R5

HUNTSVILLE, SEPT. ., Io0I.
DR. BLEDsoE-Havng the publication of your Alter
alive Compound, think my duty say the public that
had been for subject TO spells of Cramp Collie
worst form that had tried almost every thing that is g-
by physicians and found any thing would
tany relieve me- until tried the above medicine which
relieved mein every attack in less than an hour.
WM b. LLOYD.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
VOL. XIX.
J. NJ. ZIMMERMAN.

J. II. ZIMERMAN, ~2
~ wholesale Druggist and Pharmaceutist, ~
~ Sign OF THE LION AND MORTAR, DOORS FRoz -
THE SQUARE, MARKET ST., NASHVILLE,
o. the late rise Of water, large aud
unusuilT ii;sb.k of
Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals,
SURGICAL, MIDWIFERY AND ANATOMICAL INSTRUMENTS;
PAINTS 0ILs WINDOW GLASS, VARNIsHEs, SPICES,
GLASSWARE, AND SroNEwABE; PANT, VARNIsH
Coach ANp ARTIST Brushes; DYE-STUFFs,
PERFUNERY, FANCY AID PLAIN SCARS;
FINE TooTH HAIR BRUSHES;
LETTER AND CAP PAPER STEEL PENs,
INKS &C.; TOBACCO, SNUFFs, AND CIGARS;
POWDER SHOT LEAD SAFETY FusE; PURE
WINES BRASDIEs SPIRITS, &c; LAEDRErHs GAR
DEN SEEDS; TANNERS On, BRUSHES, LAMPBLAcK, &c
Purchasers needing any Of the above articles viii dowe
to examine the above stock before purchasing elsewhere
they will find extensive of prime quality f not lower
as low as any other House in Tennessee:
Also Sole Wholesale Agent for Ayers Cherry Pecora,
Williams Pulmonic Balsan, Mexican Mustang Lnimen,
Canton Tea Companys Teas Dr. ]. Houghton's Pepsin
Ar J. II. Y. would also inform his friends, 8c,
NE that he viii hereafter be assisted in his business
AS by Mr.. MORTIMER HAMILTON, late OF the
firm of McNary Hamilton, who has been Tor
number of years past extensively and avoraby known IN
the Drug line.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

HARDwAsE AND CUTLERY.
= ID q : =
FALL & CUNNINGHAM,

RE now in receipt of their entire stock OF HARDWARE
N and CUTLERY for the Spring Trade, and IN calling
the attention of the merchants of Middle and East Tennes-
see Kentucky and North Alabama their large and varied
assortment they feel confident that il will compare favors-
bly, with that Of any House in any country. and when me
Hem OF transportation considered It viii be found ha1
sefsre should prompt all dealers in this section OF the
country to encourage home market
They also invite the attention Of Backsmhs Carpentsrs
and Farmers visiting Nashville their assortment Of Tools
Farming Implements &c. large stock Of which they always
keep on haad.
Feathers, Ginseng and BessuG taken at the highest
ke prices in exchange for goods in payment Of debts
Feb o6
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

CsUGAR.-2So hhds Sugar, now landing from steamel
y America and for sale by MORRIS STRATTON.
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JOSEPH F. DUNT0N,
Fancy and Staple Dry Goods House,

No. 81, Public Square, Bashuile, Tenn.
ITAS now in large and well assorted Stock of the
most desirable goods of the season. embracing every
description and quality, French Mantllas Ribbons, Silk
Drap Goods White Goods Of all kinds Laces and Embroide
res French Jaconetts, Lawns and Cambrics Bareges,
Barege de Laines Briannes variety of other Dress
Goods Hosiery of all kinds Hats of all descriptions, Hard
ware Looking Glasses large variety of Guns and Pts
tolls besides great variety of Trimmings and every descp
ton of Goods which he submits the inspection of
Merchants of city and country trade to which stock will
be added daily desirable goods from the East Merchants
generally invited to examine my stock and compare
prices with that OF other houses in the trade.
feb 2s j. F. DUNTON
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

CHARLES w. SMITH,
RonKsELLER AND sTATIoEER,
No. 81 COLLEGE STREET .
CCHOOL, Law, Medical Religious and miscellaneous
y Books Also, Blank BOOKS ana o'a'onsfy' ~ io"es'
Merchants and School Teachers supplied on
thss ,oost favorable terms Nashville, Tenn, feb q
rTMBRELLAS-so0G Gingham and whalebons Um-
L ] brellas, 100 Cotton, esces a.
Received and for saleby A. MORRISON 8Co.
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JOHN MATHEWS

CORNER OF FIRST AVENUE AND BEET,
Opposite Bellevue, New YORK
The only establishment devoted exclusively TO the manu-
facture of SODA WATER MACHINERY &c, in the United
States and where may be found large assortment of every
article connected with the business including Materials &c
jan 27--3m f sasia7 ESTABLISHED 20 YEARS.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
REGULAR PASSENGER STEAMER BETWEEN NASH
VILE AND NEW ORLEANS.

rI>HE swift and superior Steamer Nash XsaAn2@ q
Vile. THos BEILsSYDER Commander, AktsaTT5itEsS
Will resume her place in the above trade =-sz-sz
the first rise of water leaving Nashville every three weeks
throughout the season.
The Nashville is unsurpassed by any Boat in the trade for
safety comfort and convenience.
plan of her Cabin may be and Staerooms engaged
by application 10 JAS. A. McALLlSTER Co. Agts,
octa0 Corner of Broad and College Streets.
77s- Mr. THOMAS HAMILTON will act as Agent for
the Nashville in New Orleans and give his best attention to
the purchase of Merchandise ordered by her. %
- : j. A. McA & co.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

THE STATE MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF PA.
A. j. GILLITT, secy. J. B. RUTHERFORD Pres
Capital s25O,OOO!
rO.s on Cedar street oper tie Mutual Protection ms Co..
yKTILL take fire risks in limited amounts on city or
w country property. Policies issued and Losses adj
iused and met at the office in Nashville.
REFERENCEs-I. J. Levy
b. Cumegeys Cashier of hill Bank
w. l.. Shafer, " Glrard" fhlladel-
W. Dennie G. Sons
Rev Alexander Campbell, Bethany, Va.
Patrick & Brand, Bankers, Pittsburg.
w. H. Burrough, Irving House, New York
G. w. Copelen, Cincinnati. .,.,,,,.,
JOHN G. FERGUSON .
Nashville February 2, lS53-6m
EMOVAL.--DR. B. W. HALL has removed to the
office and residence Cherry street. opposite Judge
Catrons near Cornelius g. McCombs Cabinet Warerooms
IanS
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sMITHLAND, PADUCAH AND NASHVILLE WEI

sMITHLAND, PADUCAH AND NASHVILLE WED
NESDAY AND SATURDAY PACKET.
rgNHE new and splendid passenger steamer IM' "a
odd Fellow. CAPT. 10. c. LEAKE. tsgz5SFFFfFa3' tsz5tiFFFF3'
will leave Nashville on her first trip, on sat
nriay the 9th instant at 10 A. NJ. and viii continue
The above trade leaving Nashville Wednesdays and Sat
urdas at 10 A. NJ and leaving Paducah on Thursdays and
Mondays at 4 7. NJ.
Tbe ODD FELLOW has been purchased by Capt. Leake
for the above trade Her accommodations for passengers
arc not surpassed by any packet on Cumberland rVer
asa 49, ~. Am A. HAMILTON, Agent.
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PATENT CHOPPING MILL,
For ChOnDiuo Corn or other Grain,

Aa article 1c1ick eU9y Farmer should haze
TT will grind with one horse power, from four to
five bushels hour-either fine for bread or coarse for
sock-and is simple in its construction, that any boy
twelve years old can keep in order and run it. 1t is adap
ted to eher-Steam, Water or Horse Power.
Having sold the entire right of manufacturing and selling
the above Mill in Tennessee to Messrs j. H. Cowan and A
c. Howard of Nashville persons wishing to purchase can
find them at J. NJ Seaburys College street. where they
will be happy to take orders. BOSS ADAMS.
ano~DQ
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40. l Light street, !
Splendid Schemes for April, 1853.

The Certificate Prices of packages of quarter tickets
only, are given below.
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FOR BURKsvILLE AND wAITsB0RO.

nEGULAR EIGHT DAY PACKET 6S%e1nA
IL The light draught fast running passen- q
per Packet REPUBLIC, NJ. g. McCALLIsrER ==7;sszs5s
Master win make regular eight day trips in the above trade
during the season. Shippers and passengers may rely upon
pupctualty Of this boat for freight passage Apply ON
board or TO JAMES CLAlBohNE, aghL
dao3o ow.c Ply Front St
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

S. & W. Il. WOODWARD. 5
Forwarding and Commission Merchants, ana 81
Texas Land Agents. e sss.ss
Particular attention paid to filling ordesOmcc, over the
store of w. 7. Smith CO., No. 6s Magazine street,
Oct 8, 1652-sm New ur'eans.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
CINCINNATI. LOUISVILLE and EAsHvnLEPACE

TINHE unsurpassed fast running passenger n"s'|- u
steamer ENVOY, THos. RODGERS, Mas .x%11arTx4ER
ter has taken the place Of the steamer
Matte Wayne and will make regular trips ID the above
trade during the season.
Leaving Cincinnati every other Wednesday at ocI9ck'
p NJ Nashville every other Tuesday, at O'Clock, r NJ
The above boat entirely and for speed and accom-
mediation is unsurpassed will be thankful for all orders,
and respectfully solicit for her share OF pn6c patronage
JAMES CLAIBORNE,
ianl IN ASeh, fIonl D.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
rrN. INSURANCE COMPANY oF HARTFORD, CT

ETNA INSURANCE COMPANY OF HARTFURD, CT.
Chartered in ls19-CapitaI $4,000: al paid inAsses
inrested in January last S4S9, 900.
G T IoOMIS Sec'y THO. K. BRACE, Pres,
yNHE has been appointed Agent OF this Com
napy-one of the Oldest and most able in the United
States having nearly or quite half million of Dollars safely
invested at this time for the safety of pocyhoders-and Is
prepared to Policies favorable terms as any otner
RESPONSIBLE Office on Dwellings, Stores Manufacturing Es
tabshments and all other kinds of Buildings; on Household
Furniture and Merchandise in general either in the city or
country against Loss Damage by Fire Also against he
modes of CONVEYANCE JOSEPH NASH, Agent,
Office n w Corner Public Square, opp. Planters Bank
may6
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
DIR. BLEDsoEs Alternative COMPOUND

Ire HeDeayo0sr al Remedies for the Diseases Of TIE Lspe-
Uyspeosaa Enlargement and defamation Of the Spleen
earso3ns C0Ese fIatateace, Pies, C0istsrpatio, all
diseases q TIE Boase and such diseases arise from
dtsorderd state Of the Stomach, Licer Boscels
Scr0fala and Sores Of day kind For General Dsb2v
from aheh LADIES' frequently suffer, there Is not its
equal in the sOsols Adteria Aedie4.
TINE inventor of this preparation for three years
the Liver that he frequently for weeks time unable 10
raise himself from his bed He sought aid from physicians
at home and In Europe but in van his pronounced
hopeless by thousands and it by accident hat he sue
ceeded in curing himself Since he has been praccng mei
cine his success in such has been unrivaed He
has been aware of the ncreduy of the public and
quenty said nothing Though the press of his own case
until the character of the medicine fully established
By its success shown the certificates which have
advertised.
subjon the certfc, Of Prof NJ GABBERr of Memphis
Tenn, with whom often advised during the time my
suffering.
MEMPHIS, Tenn, April H. o52.
hereby certify that have been acquainted with Dr
n. Bledsoe and some ago he reduced eel
lower than have ever that afterwards
ed with what supposed to be Dyspepsia and Liver Affection
and after trying the prescriptions OF Physicians in this
with preparation OF his in being restored to good
health. N. GABBERT, NJ. ID.
Physicians are requested to try this preparation We
feel satisfied will sustain the character give TO in this
publication.
HUNTSVILLE, January 10, 1852.
DE- BLEDsoK:I take the liberty and fell il to lie my duty
recommend to all persons suffering from disease of the
stomach and bowels your Alternative Compound as a very
seperiOr medicine My aged years had been under
medical treatment about five years for dyspepsia and dar
rhea when having almost despaired of his recovery con-
Guided to try your Alternative two bottles (which believe
entirely cured him. MICAJAH CAYCE.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
INSURANCE ON NEGROES

INSURANCE ON NEGROES.
JTOUSE Servants Farm Hands, Steamboat Flremen
L Cabin Boys &c, at customary rates OF PreInlum-
Policies issued and losses promptly adjusted at the Nashville
Agency. JooEfh Naoh aeeiS NJ r.
Ftna Insurance Company of Harttord-Otice N W. Cor
ner Public Square, opposite Planters Bank
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

ROOFER And MANUFACTURER
Of T1,.re0's Fire and Water ProQf Composition
DEEM it unnecessary for to say anything IN favor OF
this mode of Roofing the constant increase OF its popu-
arty for the last years that has been tested IN
K ali pars of the Union is the best evidence of its utility
and value The roof shows for itself
.Oifce on Spruce Street. second door from Cedar ST.,
in Moora's block feb2-ly
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CHURCH & MARLING. Propnetors.

oFFIcE-No 60, UNION BUILDINGS, CHERRY ST
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life INSURANCE.

LIFE INSURANCE.
HARTFORD LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, HART
FORD, CONNECTICUT
JAMES DIXON Pres. Henry Ia MILLER, oecy.
Capital and Surplus $780, ,000
INSURANCE on lives Of white persons ON the joint stock
and mutual plan =,
Aso-Insurance on the lives of Negroes, reasonable
terms. D IL. LooMLo,
ian 15-em Agent.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

CODA WATER APPARATUS, for nsanaJac-
- turing drascing and 6oeg of the latest and most APP
proved construction manufactured and for SALE with
plicit printed directions for its use, by
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HUNTsvILLE, Oct. II. 1875.

HUNTSVILLE, Uct IL lS0a
DR. BLEDsoE-SOme time has elapsed since gave a cen
ticate that my wife had been greatly benefited by your
Alternative Compound take pleasure in saving TO
the public that my wife had for three four years been
subject the worst kind Of spells of cramp the stomach
from dyspepsia had tried of several whom thought TO be
the best physicians in the place and great many diieren
medicines, with momentary relief Being persuaded try
your Alternative compound did so-and Lam happy to say
that it has entirely cured her. and would conscientousy
recommend it to all persons suffering from diseases of the
liver and dyspepsia. N.B ROBERTSON.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27
STEAMBOATS,.
NEW ORLEANS AND NASHVILLE PACKET;

NEW ORLEANS AND NASHVILLE PACKET
-CPLENDID New Passenger Steamer II. a
W Hill CAPTAIN T. H. NEWELL, TeaaytSf5fFsf3'
i5oo tnns hurthen This magnificent Steam z==zzssz
er now being completed at New Albany viii take her place
in the above trade as soon as navigation opens.
rv rect equal TO any Steamboat the Western waters
She has been built under the superntendence OF her exe-
encd Captan and has all Improvements required by the
itIo nlan of her Cabin can be seen and Stae-rooms
engaged by application to A. HAMILTON, Agent
oct3o -, '"iNo' -. 3
80 Mr. THOMAS HAMILTON will act as Agent for
the I IN New Orleans and give his best attention to The
purchase Of Merchandise ordered by her. A. ID.
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Gt 900 REWARD viii pay theabove reward
DI .UUU to person or persons as premium
above the market price for one thousand Land Warrants,
of the denominations of l60 so and 40 will pur
chase single warrants ul either denomination
II. II. BR0CKWAY
Room over Oak Hail. east side Public Square, I'd door
soutl II Z ny I,l Nashville. octl4-m27.
Nashville union. [volume] ([Nashville, Tenn.]) 1851-1853, 1853-04-27

(NOLDEN SYRUP
IL 10 or bbls Golden Syrup,
10 hf. E" Sugar House Molasses,
l6 bbs Loaf Sugar
5 Cr'd do,
Jnst received from St. Louis, and for sale BY
f.h23 SAMUEL SEAY
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
THE DAILY COMET.
PUBLISHED DAILY MONDAYS ExCEPTED)
GEO. A. PIKE, Editor and Proprietor.
Office on Third Street.
II er I'M s.

THE subscription is fixed at the low rate
of s5 90 per annum, payable in advance, OF
S6 90 at the expiration Of the year. II
will be punctually delivered daily within
the limits of the City by the carrier.
Advertisimg.-One Dollar per square
for the first insertion. and half that amount
for every subsequent insertion--ten lines,
or less, constitute a square.
Yearly Neutrality-suspicious.
Traders, and others, will be contracted
with, on the most reasonable terms.
JOb.WOrk.-We are also prepared to
do all kinds of job -Work-such as Law
yer's BRIEFS, BALL TrckETs, Posters, Bill
HEADS, PROGRAMMES, ELECTION TicKETs,
Druggists Labels, Cards, Circulars, Visiting
Cards. Done with neatness and deepatch.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18

To Incorporate the Baton Rouge and
Clinton Plank Road Company.

Whereas, The Baton Rouge and Clinton
Plank Road Company, has been created, un-
der the Act of the Legislature entitled Gan
Act for the organization of Corporations for
works Of public improvement and utility"
approved March llth, 1882, which said cor
poration was enacted in the following words,
to wit.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
F.. McKITRICK.
A re h it o @ t g. B Build Q r

ArC o G Z u b u d Ter.
Is now prepared to take all contracts in
l. his line of business, and will execute
with neatness and despatch.
N. B. All kinds of Job Work attended
to. Plans and specifications given gratis
when required
Shop on Main St., between Florida and
Convention Streets.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18

THOS. PRENDERGAST,
and dealer in all kinds of
GROCERIES, d. PROVISIONS
Corner of Third 4 Laurel Sts. Baton Rouge.
~LIBERAL CASH ADVANCES oN-G
SUGAR AND CoTToN ian Is.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
JOSHUA BEAL.
General Produce dealer &C,
House on Church, betaOeen Third
and Lafayette Streets.
CHARLES SIMON. JOSEPH SIMON
G.. SIMON & BRO.

lis Old Leuce, Nea0 Orleans, La.
WE have constantly on hand very large
w and superior stock of the most fash
ionable Clothing, to which we invite the
attention OF dealers and Others Gentlemen
visiting the city, can at short notice have
clothing made to order, in superior man.
ner and warranted to fit. Our prices are
as low as the lowest, and we offer greater
inducements to the trade generally, than
any other house in the city. ljuly is-y.
CHOE BLACKING & BRUSHESoo
- dozen shoe backing; dozen shoe
bushes. S. F. BLANCHARD.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
" T &c e .

U ICL,
THE subscriber having just returned from
i New Orleans with a new and COM
pete stock of JeweIry, of the latest fashion,
begs leave to inform the ladies and gentle
men, who may favour him with their pat
ronage, that having made arrangements
with direct importer, he is enabled to sell
as cheap as the cheapest, and warrants his
goods to be what he says, otherwise, he will
refund the money paid. Please call and exa-
mine his stock before purchasing elsew
sept 26-y. THEO. GOLDMANN.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
D EN- TIST TRY Y.
Tim0thv FaV, M. D.

HAS associated with him in practice his
brother DR.. Salmon Fay who has had more
than ten years practical experience in his
profession. Full and partial sets of teeth
on plate can now have more attention at
prices that will please all. Calls for the
country will also have prompt attention.
Office opsr the store of Mr.. Quggins, on
Lafayette street.
References-Hon. Geo. c. McWhorter,
Col. j. E. Layet, Hon. M. G. Penn, Rev. J..
Woodbridge, DR.. F. NJ Hereford, Rev. Bish
op Polk, Professor J. L. Riddel
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18
+. PERRILLAT,
SILVERSMITH.

Lafayette st. next door to Quiggins' store
HAS all the facilities for repairing 3
Ill Watches and Clocks; which GI7A
he will do at short notice, in the very eaaSs
best manner.
He also keeps well selected stock Of
Jewelry, consisting Of brest pins, Ear rings,
Bracelets, fancy Studs, and shirt button,
Cuff pins, Watches and clocks, fob-chains,
&C., which he will sell on reasonable terms.
Feb. 7.pd7 July If.
The daily comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1850-1856, 1853-05-18

New ORLEANS, June. lS47.
UDr. Fay, studied Dentistry in the city
of New York, and subsequently graduated
in the Medical College of Louisiana. He is
gentleman Of integrity and have no hes
itation in recommending him as an accom-
rlished practical Dentist.
WARREN STONE, M. D.
June I3. IT, Professor of Surgery.
The Ohio organ, of the temperance reform. (Cincinnati, [Ohio]) 1853-1854, 1853-04-29
CINCINNATI, FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 1855

The report of the G. W. P. was
read and referred to the Committee
on the State of the Order.
Officers and Brotkers:-A kind
Providence has again brought us to-
gether, in semi-annual session, to con-
suit of the interests OF our Order, and
of the great "cause we are united to
perpetuate." In meeting you here, 1
am happy to congratulate you on
the general prosperity of the Order
throughout our jurisdiction. In few
localities, our brethren are still encom-
passed with difficulties; and there are
yet few of our Divisions which, from
present indications, must soon disband.
These, however, are but the dark
spots in our Frightening horizon
From almost every Division we have
the most cheering reports, and our
brethren represent themselves in a
highly prosperous condition. During
the past six months, a number of new
Divisions have been organized and old
ones resuscitated our numbers have
been increased, and the revenues of
the Grand Division enlarged. In this
state of our finances, the current ex-
penses of the Grand Division have
been promptly met, and its debt has
been considerably reduced. The re-
port Of The Grand Scribe, TO which
you are referred, will give you more
minute information as to the finances
and general statistics of the Order
Since the last session of this body,
the temperance movement has as
sumed additional Importance in our
State. The determination of the peo-
Pile to suppress the liquor traffic had
been previously clearly indicated by
their petitions, and by resolutions adop-
ted in their local meetings. The LIE.
gislature of the State has again met
and adjourned, with the petitions Of
hundreds of thousands Of our citizens
upon their tables, and with other un-
mistakable indications of popular SEN
timent pressing upon them, they re-
fused to grant us the boon for which
we had asked; prohibitory law which
alone can shield our State from the
evils of intemperance. Not daring,
however, to adjourn without a seem
ing attention to the prayer of their
constituents, they placed upon our
statute book a law but a mockery Of
that for which we had asked, thus add
ing insult to injury, The State Tenn
perance Convention, which assembled
in Columbus in January, anticipating
the course of the legislature, resolved
to make this a test question at the next
election of Senators and Representa-
tives. The Importance of the posi-
ton thus assumed cannot be overrated.
1t is indeed true that during the entire
progress of the temperance reforma.
ton, this subject has formed no un-
important ingredient in our political
contests, The opponents Of our cause
ever on the alert, have in innumerable
instances banned man of strict tenn
perance principles, and elevated il
his stead, one whose chief recommer
dations were those of the bottle. TC
all this the friends Of temperance have
submitted, and perhaps aided by thei
votes in crushing the man whose prin
ciples in this respect we're their own
VNOw for the first time, we propose i