Daily union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1865-1866, 1866-06-01

rcgrct, as well 2s the respect OF our entre com
munity. No man in his station has ever passed
away more generally respected or more sincerely
mourned by personal friends and acquaintance.
and by the public at large. And under similar
circumstances, there is no other member Of that
department of the city government who would
not be equally regretted-for the police of Nash
Vile have performed great and noble work in
defense Of our people, and are. besides. gentlemen
who may be trusted, as was the lamented de
ceased, in any of the walks Of life.
LIFE AssURANCE.-For nearly or quite two cen
turtles the attention of medical men has been
drawn to the subject of the average duration of
human life. Statistics have been obtained show
ing that the difference between the most favorable
and the most unfavorable periods of life, re-
gards this question does not exceed ten per cent.
The figures certify two facts: one Is, that human
life is uncertain in its duratiOn-in other words,
that men may die at any time; the other is, that
there is an average duration of life.
These two leading points Justify the institution
of Life Insurance Companies. The insurer is
chiefly interested in the first fact. No statistics
are required to convince any Of us that q" in the
midst Of life VIC arc in death; and that any
proper means to protect those dependent on us
from want and suffering is exercise
of prudent foresight. The insuring party or
company looks to the other fact, and cal
culates the chances of life, and upon these
makes its propositions to insure and assume the
risks Common sense dictates that provision for
ones own household, in life and after DEATH is a
duty, and the Scriptures anathematize one who
fails to do so as an inidel. In the midst of the
uncertainty which prevails and the fluctuatiOn of
values which is constantly accruing, the matter of
life insurance, with some safe and responsible
company, is a question for every thoughtful man
to consider seriously; and when satisfied Of the
solvency and reliability of a company to act
promptly.
The agents of various companies now operating
in this city have excited quite interest this
subject All of them are safe institutions and
worthy Of public confidence, so far cur know
ledge cxtends-thc Knckerbocker. the Etna, the
St. Louis Mutual, ETC., etc. The Northwestern
Life Insurance Company has also lately estab-
lished an agency with Messrs. FarnswOrth *
Clark, of this city, and present credentials which
entitlc it to the consideration and confidence of
all who propose to avail themselves of this means
of performing this sacred duty to those dependent
on them.
EARLY PoTAToEs.-Mr. G. W. &. PAYNE, living
in the vicinity of Edgefed, is contributing to our
market some of the finest vegetables of the season
We think it due to the public to call attention to
his Irish potatoes, which are far superior to any
we have seen this spring. 1t is a new variety,
called the WhitesprOut Mashannock. In addition
to its delicate flavor, it is as meay any that
generally found when fully matured, 4 quality
which we have never observed before in the early
pOtatoe.
The business of gardening for the market is in
creasng in Importance. and we are gratfed to
sec some of our most enterprising citizens turning
their attention to the subject. l. is safe, profta
bic and pleasant.
A good market is one of the chief desideratums
with many, both in visiting and locating in a city.
There is no country in the world having more ma
tural advantages in this respect than the country
around Nashville. And yet our market, though
improving, is very far inferior to that of many
less favored cities. Its improvement, in many
respects. presents a fine field for enterprise in
dustry and capital. We shall take pleasure at all
times in chroncling any thing pertaining to this
subject.
Such of our readers as may desire to see how far
the Judgment of an editor may be trusted on the
subject of potatoes, should call at the stand Of Mr.
Payne. on the east side of the upper end of the
market house.
EDGEFIELD LADIES BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION,
We take pleasure in calling attention to the card
of Mrs. Weber.
This entertainment is to be given on the 9Th
instant. in a beautiful grove opposite the Episco-
pal church, and a large attendance is anticipated
Many persons of distinction, military and civil,
have promised to be present on the occasion.
The following card commends itself to the con-
sideration of the charitable and generous:
EDITORS BANNER: Knowing that you and your
numerous readers are interested in the society re-
Gently organized in the State for the relief of our
disabled soldiers. and the widows and orphans OF
our noble heroes am assured you will rejoice 10
hear that call for auxiliary association here
was most heartily responded to by the representa-
tivcs from the different churches of our beautiful
rural Edgefeld. They met on Thursday last, III
the basement of the Presbyterian Church. and
after prayer by Rev. NJ. Bowles the following
officers elected to serve our organization
Mrs. Neil 5 Brown, President.
Mrs. w. II. Lucus. Vice President.
Mrs. Henri Weber. Secretary.
Mrs. Il. NJ. kinnaird. Treasurer.
Mrs. II. n Snyder was appointed chairman of q
committee which is activcl engaged in preparing
a supper, TO be followed by other festivities
The supper will be given in one of the lovely
groves with which our village abounds, on the af
ternoon Of June 9th, the entertainment com
meucing at 1 o'clock.
To secure and enhance the interest in this laud
| able work we will be obliged if you will give pub
Respectfuliy NJ. J. WEBER. Sec'y.
THE sale of lots in Edgefeld, Stratton and Sey
mours Addition. to be made by Anderson, John
son and Smith, covers one of the most beautiful
| localities in that suburban section. For neigh
borhood, scenery. and eligible sites for building
! there is no more desirable property now on tn,
market The sale will take place on the 18th dal
Of June, on the premises, so that the purchase
may sec precisely what he is buying. 0mnibuse
will leave the Suspension Bridge every half hou
| from 10 o'clock.
Nix. D. L. REEVES, of Bedford county was il
| the city yesterday. lie represents the corn an'
| grass crops of his county as very promising. Tn
late cool weather has been severe on cotton. Nh
/ r. Is, very sensibly. devoting his attention T.
corn. grapes and stock, an example that should b
followed by many Others in Middle Tennessee.
! To ANY person desiring pleasant home, VIII
may do business in the city and have his fami
enjoy the quiet and repose of the country, an op
portunity is offered in the second sale Of lots a
Oakland Place, on the 5th inst, Tuesday next
These grounds are probably better known as tn
homestead of the late Edward Trabue, and ar
admirably situated on the Murfreesboro pike, tw
and half miles from the city. 0mnibuses vii
leave the terminus of the South Nashville Stree
| Railroad from to II o'clock on the day Of sale
The terms are easy. and we advise the reader
| cut this out and make mote Of it.
BEFoRE ESQUIRE PATTERSoN.-Wm. Davis wa
before this officer yesterday, charged with mali
cious designs on the person of DR.. Edril. Tn
doctor testified that he was not only afraid Of tn
prisoner. but his family was also. As he failed
give satisfactory evidence Of Davis guilt. the cas-
was dismissed, at the expense Of the prosecution
The Coroner held an inquest upon the body {
John Kennslly. on Wednesday evening, and a
ter taking testimony, the jury returned verde
that deceased came TO his death by maliciou
stabbing from the hands Of four men dressed