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Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
DETROIT, April 3.
Steamboat and River News.


nea. The river is rising slowly from the effect of
recent rains. Weather clear and cool
RFa, The Ohiois rising slowly at Cincinnati The
Mississippi is falling st. Louis and all upper rivers
reported falling.
BeA, The splendid passenger packet MINYEToyKA,
Cnpt. DEsHIEI- win be down for Paducah this even
ing. The MINNIE is great favorie with the public
and well she deserves to be- Her officers are clever
and attentive leaving nothing undone that is in their
power to accomplish for the benefit oftheir patrons.
Messrs BELL and SLOAN clerks give strict attention
to their business. They have our thanks for late
favors. q s ~
Exchange ON board, and if you do not believe IT. 60
aboard and see for yourselves. Harrison presides
u.s. The Cuba is the mail packet for Nashville to-
morrow.
nen- During the storm Tuesday night, the steam
err Hudson was blown aground below our levee, where
she spent the night No serious damage done.
nes. The fine New Orleans steamer Red Rover
CIpt. STRONG, leaves for New Orleans to-day. Cd
neh. The Louisville packet Tempest passed down
yesterday with good freight.
Hs7F- The John Gault left Louisville on Thursday
for this port She is due here Sunday.
RFn. The Scotland made her appearance at oui
landing on Wednesday.
nay The B. NJ. Runyan will he down tomorrow
night route for ST. Louis. Mr.. Bell clerk has GU
thanks for late papers.
re The steamer Sam. Krkman came very nea
being rocked against the railroad bridge at Nashville
a few DAYS since.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15


bar One false step rarely fails TO lead
to another, andihe most disastrous results
often follow the commission Of an error,
seemingly, inadequate as the first cause,
When John Letcber was nominated as a
for Governor Of Virginia, bis
anti slavery anteccdents, though well
known to his party, were deemed too
tr val an objection to his availability, as
the representative of the Hunter faction,
to override his nomination. But, the deed
being done, the abolition organ, at Wash
ington--the Era-commenced the adj
vocacy of his claims, and dwelt upon his
nomination as an evidence of growing
free soil sentiment in the South. And
whether this be true or false, the effect is
to strengthen the abolition feeling at the
North, and to lessen the weight of the
South in the opposite scale.
But the effect of the first false step does
not stop here. Finding that tho demo-
Gratis of Virginia are endorsing the en-
dorser of the Ruffner abolition pamphlet
Sir. Abrams democrat-has announced
himself as a candidate for Congress, in
the Richmond District, and his platform
is "the extinction of slavery in Virginia >
These movements, in the Old Dominion
create thrill of JOY in the hearts of the
abolitionized democrats of the North, and
! disarm the South in the contest for ts
rights. IF we denounce the squattel
sovereignty of Douglass, as violative o.
southern rights, he can tauntingly poin
to Letcher and Abrams and tell us to up
root the heresy in our own family, befor,
we attempt it with our neighbors. If
with Mason and others, we demand tina
Congress shall protect our property in thu
territories, he will point to Peyton, o
Kentucky, and other leading southern
democrats, and say-your own people den,
that Congress has any such power. Wha
reply can true southern men make to thes,
stubborn facts? Their force can not b.
evaded; and no matter how clearly tn,
North may see that these are locofoco con
cessions for the sake of the spoils, thei
ruinous effects upon the interests of tn,
South must, in the end, be the same--dis
union, or universal emancipation. Vir
ginia has been considered the Gibralter o
the South, against which the waves o
aboitionism might dash in vain bu
treason is busy with the garrison-nee,
we predict the consequences?
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
Especial Attention!

WE have been receiving so many Goods for the
past three months that we have not had time to fill
our space in the 'Chronicle." We now give notice
that the following articles can be had at the lowest
prices, besides thousand others not mentioned.
Pure Chemicals from Powers < Weightmans $, Sc
lect Powders from the best importers, and Patent
Medicines great variety.
Pure White Lead, Boiled Linseed Oil, Raw Lin
seed Oil Paint and Vafhish Brushes superior lot,
Whitewash Brushes-extra and common
FOR MEDICINAL USE ONLY.
French Brandy, from IS to Sl4 per gal. Madeira
Wine, 80 per gal, Port Wine, 81 TO 80 per gal,
Sherry Wine, 81 per gal, Malaga Sweet Wine, Su-
perior Gin. Rum and Old Peach Brandy Old Bour-
bon Whiskey, 50 so per gal, Browns Whiskey, Old
Rye Whiskey, 2 so per gal.
Artists Paints and Brushes, for Grecan and other
Oil Paintings Danar Varnish, Drying OH &C., Glass
cut any size for paintings, drawing Paper, VelGm
Paper Perforated and Tissue Paper, Drawing Books,
Pencils, Crayons, &C., Music Portfolios, Writing
Desks of Rosewood, Mahogony and Leather--vefy
handsome Port Folios, quite variety, Napoleon and
Raglan Toilet Sets Victoria Puff Boxes Colognes-
the largest variety ever offered in this market Ex-
tract for Handkerchief the greatest variety, in small
vias or by the pound Hair Oils Hair Restorers, Po-
mades, Pomatums &C., Balls of Nun Fun, an entirely
new article, Allibaster, Lilly White, &C., Bay Rum
lSt Thomas Old Winsor and other Soaps.
Violins-wauanted, Banjos, Violin and Guitar
Strings Violin Bridges, Screws aud Bows, large
variety of Superior Stationery, Envelopes, Be-, Wis
itine Cards plain and glazed Cloth Sireichers and
Indelible Inks, Virginia and Turkish smoking To
bacco, Mershaum and Powhattan Pipes, Pipe Stems
great variety, from the poor mans 10 the Turks,
fine assortment OF fine pocket Cutlery Gold Pens Ra
zors &c, &c.
| School and Miscellaneous Books, Ledgers Day
books and cheap Memorandums, ...l..
Lamps, Lamp Chimneys Burning Fluid Coal Oil
Alcohol, &c. tif'.
Hair Brushes very large lot and fine quality
Fine Combs, Dressing Combs, Comb Brushes, Nail
Hand and Tooth Brushes extra lot and quality,
few genuine Shell Combs and in fact almost ever,
thing in the way Of Notions.
THOMAS h BRO,
Apll5. 1859. Public Square
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
pag- When the Marchioness Convngar

RAJ When the Marchioness Conyngam
the mistress of George IV-gave ESQ.,
600 for set of jewelry, and had it charg-
ed in the list of expenses for the corona
ton, Lord Liverpool, the Premier, drew
his pen through the item, saying, if the
king wanted costly jewels for the Marchio-
ness, he must pay for them out of his own
pocket, and that the people should be
taxed for no such extravaganza. When
our members of Congress buy costly combs
and brushes, soaps and snuffs, and hire
buggies, carriages and horses, and charge
all in the bill of expenses and make the
people foot the same, where is the Lord
Liverpool to say to them that they must
pay for these things out Of their own
pockets? The democrats boast that the
two cardinal doctrines of their creed are
strict construction of the Constitution
and riged economy. This is their theory
their practice is to give themselves three
thousand dollars a year, and then make
the people pay their snuff, toilet ant
livery stable bills. If this is not corrun
ton of the tilthest order, we do not know
what corruption means and if the people
can submit to be longer ruled by such
party, they deserve to be slaves, and it il
apity they can't be blacked-thcy are sole
already But in order that the statemen
may be substantated we copy the afore
said bills, from the Richmond Wing which
copies them from the record. Read it
think on it!
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

sss- See the proceedings Of meeting
for the purpose of building turnpike
from Lafayette to New Providence. 1t is
a very important movement, and one that
should call out the energies of our people
for its early consummation. The road,
proposed, must pass through very rich
country, and therefore bring a large
amount of trade to our warehouses, and
essential supplies of breadstuffs to feed
our citizens A spirited effort, at this
time, will put it through.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

the use to which the numerous horses and carriages
were put except in Few instances. but that Is left
to conjecture. Let us imagine afavorite Democratic
Congressman dashing through the streets of the city
q magnificent distances behind pair Of foaming,
gallant bays going at the rate of 4oi perhaps
Clerk with salary Of 500 per taking fire.
quent rides with his sweetheart. The unsophistca-
ted observer might imagine that the young mans
salary would soon be exhausted by this seeming ex-
travagance. Bullock at the above list and the mat
ter is explained. Who cares for expenses1 The
people pay them.
But win the people Of Virginia by voting for Leteh
longersustan aparty thus wasteful of the peoples
money! .It tr
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

cents
In addition to the Stock Company, the MANAGE
ment have the honor of announcing the following
foreign Artists making it by far the largest and most
perfect Equestrian establishment now in Europe or
America.
MILE ELdDE LOYAKE, Premiere Equestriene
de Cirque Napoleon, Paris, wonderfully beautiful ard
expert surprising any living Rider, male female
First appearance in the United States.)
LES FRERES CONRAD, for the past six years
the features of the Cirque de PImperstrice, Paris
consisting Of ...
MONS GILLAUME CONRAD, the celebrated
Antipodean Rider. First appearance in the United
Mons. CARLOS CONRAD, the famous French
Gymnast and Grotesque. First appearance in the
MONS. FRANCOIS CONRAD, the great French
Acrobat and Piaso First appearance in the United
States)
MR.W. o. DALE, the astonishing Still yaulter
and Rider, from New York. First appearance in
the SOUTH +.
PROF. CARCEDAs, the celebrated Spanish Jug
ger from the Cirque IIispanOia, Madrid FIRST APP
pearance in the United Statesl
MR. FRANK DONALDSON, the famous Calsthe-
mist and Pantominist, from Astley's Amphitheatre,
London. First appearance South.)
nsa. This is unquestionably the most important
|
ed in America aud involves an expense only justified
by the exigencies Of their New Orleans Amphithea-
tire.
In order to afford their Southern patrons the en-
joyment of all the great attractions Of the Amphi-
theatre this winter :here win be exhibited immed
ately before the Circus performance in the PALACE
MUSEUM, admission rs cts-entraDce by front
stairs)
i MR.. ALEXANDER MONTARG, the LIVING skel
eton vionst---awonderlulp physical conformation.
An enormous
LIVING AFRICAN BOA CONSTRUCTOR
30 feet long, weighing 25l pounds, which consume
dozen full grown fowls, OF small calf at one feed
, and huge ... .
LIVING AFRICAN ANACONDA,
} IL feet long, weighing 81 pounds
Also in the RIDOTTO SALOON, on board tn
, Steamer James Raymond, Immediately after eacl
} Circus performance (admission 20 c,s) anewly or
} ganized troupe of
CAMPBELL MINSTRELS
} Comprising
Z G Keeland, of Rumsey 4 Newcoms C&mpbclls,
4 + II Wnchel of Mai Peels Campbeils,
, w W Hedding Of Rumsey A Neweombs Campbells
j II Dooly, OF Mat Peels Campbells,
II A Montgarde Of Bryant Minstrels
7 O Bushnell Of Chrysty's hinstres,
Supported by efficient auxiliaries.
y Apl Is, 90
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
For the Chronicle,
Turnpike Meeting.

At a meeting of portion of the citizens
of Christian and Montgomery Counties,
held at Lafayette, Ky, April the 9th
1859, for the purpose of taking into con-
sideration the practicabiity of building a
Turnpike from Lafayette, KY, to New
Providence, Tenn, on motion, w. b. Col
Inns Esq, was called to the chair, and
Joel r. Smith appointed Secretary On
motion of r. l.. Johnson it was
Resolved, That the Chairman of this
meeting appoint committee of three
persons to solicit contributions for the
purpose of paying an engineer (who may
be hereafter employed) to survey the
nearest, cheapest, and most practicable
route for the building said road to the
intersection of the GAINESVILLE and Hop
kinsville Turnpike, near New Providence,
and that an Engineer be employed i'm
mediately, in order that he may survey
the route and report to the next meeting
to be held at "Long's Mill" on the Odd
of April. Whereupon the following
gentlemen were appointed said committee
wiz j. w. Edwards, j. ID. Kendrick, and
j. X. Smith. On motion of j. p. Flint
Esq, w. B. Collins Esq. was added to the
committee, with power to add two others
On motion it was
Resolred, That the Secretary transmit
a copy of the proceedings of this meeting
to the Clarksville and Hopkinsville papers
and request them to publish the same
On motion the meeting adjourned to NEE
again at Longs Mill on Saturday tn
23d April.
W. B. COLLINS, Chm.
j. r. SMITH, Sec.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

Ray Since democracy has gone mad
about squatter sovregnty, we are surprised
that they have not contended for its ap-
plication to the District of Columbia
Why shouldn't they govern themselves,
as well as the people of Territory,
without regard to the constitutional power
of Congress to lcgislate for them2
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
TO PHYSICIANS,
"CHEMICAL FOOD :"

Compound Syrup of Phosphates Of Lime, Iron, So
da and Potassa, used as NUTRlIlVE IoNlC
adapted to supply the waste occurring in the system
during the progress Of chronic diseases, and TO build
up the strength wasted by long continued i'll health
Prepared by one Of the best Pharmaccutsts, Ed
ward Parrish, Of Philadelphia.
Also Parishs Iron Lozenzes. They contain five
grains Of Sub Carbonate Iron, each And are very
paateable. For sale by
AplIb. 1889 Public Square.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

n6- The democrats have lost two men,
bers of Congress in Connecticut; and if
the Republicans are abolitionists, it fol-
lows that democracy is aboltionized SO far
at, least, as to have become powerless in
the North. If they have not gone over
to the Republicans what has become of
them?
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
Apl Is, 1859.
To the Citizens of GAINESVILLE.

All parties who desire ICE this Summer, who
wish TO make arrangements with us for supplying
them. must do so before the arrival Of the Ice Boat
which is expected IN about three weeks. The Ice
is over two feet thick, and promises TO keep well
We are building an lee House sufficiently large TO
store enough to supply the whole community, pro-
yided they want H. The Ice is at our risk, and IN
the quantity purchased, we win be governed by the
amount subscribed for, .... f.l.
THOMAS & BRO.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

This fine Black Hawk Mr. an Stallion viii make
the Spring season OF 1852 at Woodlawn Farm, Stew
art County, Tenn, at the following very low prices;
twenty-five dollars for insurance and eighteen dol
lars for the season.
Mares sent from distance pastured al so cents OF
81 per week at the option OF the owner No liabil-
lily in case Of accident or escape. For particulars
address
FHI tt.t GEO. STACKER,
Bowling Green, Stewart Co. Tenn,
Apis. lasaim Ie6 copy.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

as~ Godey's Lady's Book for May has
been received. 1t fully svstains the high
character of the Magazine, and improve
ment seems hardly possible-though the
man who has done SO much, may do
more.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

sA- Since our last issue, the opposition
of. Davidson have filed the vacancy in the
County ticket, occasiOned by the decleD-
sion of Ed. II. Ewing Esq, by the nOmi-
nation of L. II. East Esq whose talents
and integrity entitle him to the confidence
of his fellow citizens.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

We have heavy Domestics and osnaburgs, plain,
striped and plaid heavy Drills and Cottonadcs both
white and colorcd and all other kinds OF Negro
Goods.
In short we have every description ofgoods in our
line, and anxious to sell them upon reasonable
terms either for Cash or to pimctuat dealers on tho
usual time.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

R@- We have seen it stated that James
c. Jones has announced his determination
to vote for Netherland The report needs
confirmation, and we feel too little interest
in the matter to seek it.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
For Reinstatement.

We have splendid stock of Broad Cloth, both
black and Blue, and the largest and best assortment
of black and Fancy Casmers ever brought to this
city, beside good stock of Ready-made Clothing
and the incest calf skin and cloth Caters, and shoes
that can be shown here.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

nor 1t seems that settlement Of the
difficulty between the United States aud
Paraguay has been effected through the
friendly Intervention of Gen. urquiza, on
the part of the Argentine Republic, The
terms have not yet been made public, but
is to be hoped they are mutually satislac
tory,
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

a6y- We have received the May number
Of Arthur's Home Magazine. This sterl-
ing periodical is quietly winning its way
to popular favor, and will hold all it
wins.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
NEW GOODS
AT
R. D. DUNNIN G,S

All kinds of Staple and Fancy Dry Goods, justrc-
ceived, which we will take great pleasure in showing
to all who may desire to examine, and greater plea
sure in selling to such persons happen TO have the
CASH or satisfy us that they win have |. about
the first of january next.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

n6~With regard to the Charleston Convection,
the Mercury, of that city, says in recent article
awe are not sure that any such convention will
meet but If II does unless il is limited excusiey to
delegates from the South it will be no convention Of
the Democratic party"
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
For the ladies.

We have all descriptions of Dress Goods in any
style they may wish them, either plain, Double skirt
Flounced, Robe lie, Rob Guile, or any other
style you can name, and at any price from one, 10
ffty dollars h3a
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

- SeA- Peterson's Magazine, for May, was
NAyed beyond its usual time of arriving
bu'k none the less welcome on that ac.
.count Its racy, aud very select literary
contend Twill loose none of their interest
no matAsk when Rad
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

neA- We have, several times, heard it
said that G.. d, Martin Esq, was beaten
in the County Convention. The fact is
that Mr.. Martins name was Sithdrawn,
aud he was, therefore, not before the Con.
vontion at all. We understand that his
name was Withdrawn for the sake of har'
mony; aud this being the case, il is both
ungenerous and unjust to charge that he
was beaten in Convention. .#-
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
CHINA HALL.
0gburn & Brother.

Have just received and opened superb variety Of
the Largest Cheapest and most dffrdctire stock Of
Wores, ever offered in this market which we will
sell low for cash, or topuuctual dealers,
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL,
on a credit Of six months. Come and examine our
stock Here are
China Granite, Plated,
Willow, Hollow, Bohemian,
Glass.
Ware of every description. Also splendid as
sortment of Children Coaches.
Looking Glasses, Bird Cages, Pictures Riddles,
Accordians Crockery Flower Pots, Parlor, Hall, and
side lamps Clocks Chandeliers, Demijohn's, House
Mats and Grass Rugs, Window Glass
TABLE CUTLERY, &c, &c,
Our stock having been carefully selected by one Of
the firm, we arc safe in saying that your tastes and
wants viii be suited. Call at No. 4, Franklin St,
GAINESVILLE, Tenn.
oGBURN BRO,
April is, i59-lm,
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

Da~ The personal liberty bill, in the
Massachusetts, Legislature, and which we
mentioned a week or two since, has been
defeated by majority of three. This is
a favorable sign that the rabid fanaticism
of the Bay State is assuming a milder
form and We do hope that the political
autagonism which so long existed between
it and Virginia will not induce the latter,
in a spirit of contrarincss, to turn freesoil
justin proportion as Massachusetts, recedes
from its ultra positions one that question
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
NOTICE TO CENT? EMEN.
HOSIERY FOR NAilE.

WHIT blk. silk Hose, White, Black, Mixed, Slate,
Unbleached, Cotton Hosiery for Ladies' Misses and
children. Also Clock Work, Tistle Thread and fancy
hose.
For choice selection Of these and other Goods our
house is unequaled in the city. Come and see.
M&G
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
Wanted.

ANY quantity Of Wool Feathers, Ginseng Furs
and Dry Hides, for which we win pay the highest
market prices in cdsh'at the Dry Goods store Of
r. D. DUNNING,
Aprs, 1859 No, 5, Elders Row.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
NJ u N S o Ms
Copper Tubular
LIGH MING ROD,
WITH
SPIRAL FLANGES,

PATENTED AUG 8. lsee.A
This Rod is in general use in Central Indiana,
and many other localities throughout the country.
1t always succeeds wherever II is introduced. 1t is
no humbug. No man who examines its merits will
ever buy any other Rod. The odiron rods give way
before ignorance flies before the advance oflght
According to Prof. Faraday, and other men Of
note copper has conducting power 8 times greater
than iron; and in addition to this important fact
Munson's Rod has a surface inside and out nearly
three times as great rs the old iron rod Munson's
Rod is an ornament on the best buildings, and does
not rust but will endure ago without loossng its
conducting power.
This rod hhs received the First Premium at the
American Institute of New York the Franklin Inc
stitute of Philadelphia the National Fair of Louis
vile KY. the State Fairs Of Ohio, Iowa, Indiana,
Connecticut, andwherever exhibited. II was never
beaten in any contest and never viii be where there
are truly scientific judges. II has been endorsed and
highly commended by JoHS YouYG, Professor Of
Natural Science in the Northwestern Christian Uni
versity; Jas S. Athon, Supi. Indiana Insane Asy-
lum !; r. I. Brown Indiana State Geologist Lorin
Andrews President Kenyon College, Gambler, Ohio;
Drs. Kitchen h Parvin, Physicians and Chemists,
indianapolis, and many other persons ofweii-known
scientific attachments.
A model of the above rod can be seen at Miller q
Ingram's Shop.
NIB. DRowNELL Agent.
April 10 1889 GAINESVILLE.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15

r@- The Jefersonidn admits that the
Gardner claim was passed by democratic
Congress and a democratic Mexican Com
mission; but excuses them by saying that
they were cheated by very ingenious for
geries. So far, so good but he further
says-or rather insnuates-that the whig
member of the Cabinet who was Gardner's
attorney, had hand in the forgery. We
have seen no evidence tending to prove
any such completely, and surely common
justice would suggest that one whig law
yer might be deceived by ingenious forg-
cries, as easily as a democratic Congress,
and democratic Commissioners, and if the
latter were to be excused upon that plea,
it is gratuitous injustice to deny the for
mer the benefit of the same plea.
Clarksville chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1857-1865, 1859-04-15
PRICES LOW.

And Liberal Discount for CASH Come and
zee our goods. You cannot lose by trying US.
MAO.