The Daily Nashville true Whig. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1851-1855, 1855-10-06
Almost a very Serious Accident.

We learn that the 6 o'clock train on the
Tennessee and Alabama railroad, on Wednes
day evening, ran over horse and buggy at
the crossing Just beyond Browns creek, killing
the horse instantly and breaking the buggy
into pieces. The gentlemen in the buggy, DR..
T. L. Maddin, Of this city, and a friend, bare
ly escaping with their lives. From the cir
cumstances as we learn them, the conduct of
the managers of the train was very reprehen-
sible. We are informed that no bell was rung
and no whistle was sounded, and that after the
collision the train kept on without stopping to
learn the extent of the damage. When the
gentlemen in the buggy became aware Of the
approach Of the train, their horse was in a few
feet of the truck, and before he could be check
ed was on it. 1t is the duty Of trains to give
q signal of their approach to a crossing by a
whistle or bell, and when they fail so to do
they should be held to a strict accountability.
Remarks of Gov. N. S. Brown, on taking the Chair
as Speaker Of the House Of Representatives.
Gentlemen Of the House Of RepresentatiOeS:-The
distinguished mark OF confidence and regard which
you haze Just bestowed on me, calls for the ex-
preston OF my sincere Acknowledgements. The pO-
siton 70 which you nave elected me has been
wholly unsolicited on my part; and this fact Increases
nv sense of the ObhgttiO appertaulng TO so high
a trust. inexperienced as / am, in the admuistra-
ton OF parliamentary rules cannot but feel an I'M
affected distrust in my abilities and fitness for the
task before me. But while | cannot nope TO equal
the Just expectations Of others, my own standard
OF proficiency, have that confidence in every MEM
Der of this House, which leads 10 repose upon his
Il. I'D, tl,.,. lg.,
one in the discharge of duty, in which all have
IA common interest
Differences of opinion upon political subjects and
upon the details of legislation perfectly consist
ent with the harmony of personal feelings But the
virtues oftoleraon and fOrbearance, necessary in all
the relations of life peculiarly So in public bod
les like this and never fail in their happy results
A diversity OF sentiment is unavoidable under insti-
tutons like ours, and serves the Office both of at
tanning truth and checking extremes. This capitol
with its massive pillars and stately walls, is made up
Of variety Of materials of diverse shapes and Sizes
but which combined constitute specimen Of strength
and beauty which will be admired for ages to come
So the conflicts Of opinion are capable of harmoni-
action, and form the elements, out OF which
arise the social fabric and law aud order
We have met to promote, if we can, the interests
of the State. And among the achievements within
our power, may greatly abbrevate the usual term
Of our sessions. 70 accomplish this, prompt attend
Ruce upon the hours of business, and strict compi
ance with the rules Of proceeding Indispensable
/ can assure you, that / will be animated by
spirit OF impartidity and earnest devotion to my
duties. Aud doubt not / shall have occasion, at
she close of our labors, 10 thank you not only for
your kindness and courtesy, but for your zeal for
the public interests. Let all now resolve in the
commencement, so to act, that wncn we come to
separate, we can look back on the past without
shame and forward to the future without fear
Let US remember that all belong to the State,
gud that the State belongs 20 Us, in common with
our constituents. Our predecessors have marked
out the great path Of progress. along which we are
10 march. Aud We behold every where the outline
Of that expanded picture OF prosperity and glory,
which awaits the dcstiuies OF this cOTomonw ealth.
To elevate Tennessee in the scale Of intellectual
aul moral eminence among her sister States, as
we, as 60 deveope her physical resources are OBJ
jec,s worthy OF the highest ambition.
TO aid in these great ends, We have been dedica-
ted by the people for the time being. We viii be /
successful only in proportion to cur vigilance ener
Nv und die.tv. That We may be fortunate IN the |
OF trusts and happy in all our relations
here, Is my most ardent wish. To contribute 20 4
this by every thing in my power, is the only mode
hy which can repay you tor the honor you have
done NE.