Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-03-18

Thursday by Deputy Marshal j. 7. Jack, and con-
fined 10 Jail where he awaits an examination Of his
case before the United States Com missioner
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A MINISTER AND An EDITOR CAEED--Rey. DR.
Thomas r. Pearne Of this city, was the recipient
Of a beautiful cane last week presented to him by
Gov. Brownlow. II manufactured of piece
Of timber taken from the first Church preached in
by John Wesley in America.
Col John B. Brownlow has just been presented
with 8 magnificent gold-headed cane BY West
Tennessee friend, which he begs the Colonel 10 &C
cept AZ token Of his appreciation Of the services
rendered 20 Repubicanisrn in Tennessee.
CALpwELLs REPoRr.-The third volume Of
CaldweTs Report ia now ready for distribution
The book is for sale at the office of Col N. L. Pat
terson, Clerk Of the Supreme Court at this place
II is one of the most important published, en-
bracing opinions Of the Supreme Court of Tennes-
see on some Of the mosi intricate questions in law
ever raised in our courts No lawyers library will
be complete without g. The mechanical execution
Of this volume is very superior, and reflects much
credit on those concerned in getting il up.
MUHIcIPAL ELEoT1oE.-The elocton for Mayor
and Aldermen in East Knoxville, en- Saturday, re-
suited in the election Of the following persons
Mayors n. Smith.
Aldernle''-Frst Wsrd-M. J. Chlldress snd B.
J. Stephenson.
Second Wsrd--E. Dozier and Charles Burger.
Third Wsrd-Horaos Foster and Noble John
500.
Fourth ward. R. Ludlow and Matt House
holder.
BLUE RID0E RAuRoAD.>~J. ". Harrison, Presi-
dent Of the Blue Ridge Railroad Company, hiss re-
Gently issued prospectus for increasing the stock
Of said road 1ii object ii TO secure donations of
land from tie land-holders residing along the line,
thousands Of acres Of which lie idle, and will re.
mhls so, unless something Is done TO develop the
country, for the next half century. Mr. Harrison
believes such donations might be made, and thus
secure permanent basis upon which funds sufH-
cient 10 complete the road 10 Knoxville might be
raised. II Is an important matter, and demands
the serious consideration Of those appealed TO-
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DEsTEeIED BIZ FIRE.-The dwelling of Mr..
Samuel NJ Greer, resident Of the 18th civil dis
lrict Of this county was so unfortunate as to have
his dwelling consumed by Gre on the night Of the
2lst inst. His blacksmith shop, which stood near
BE dwelling, was also consumed, and bis tools de-
stroyed OF very much injured We hear his loss
estimated at $4,000, upon which there was no insu-
rance Mr.. Greer and family were from home
when the IRE occurred, and consequently his house
hold and kitchen furniture was entirely consumed.
The origin of the are was accidental.
RARE COmnrrED.--Lafsyette Wiley alias Geo.
Walker colored, was committed TO Jail on wednes-
day evening Of last week, charged with having
committed one of the most diabolioal deeds known
70 the dark catalogue of crimes, on the person of
respectable lady in the neighborhood of Concord.
The examination before Esquire Roberts showed
pretty oonclusively that this man was guilty Of the
aendish act. He attempted to prove an abb but
JAILED most signAlly, which is strong proof Of his
gIiH His case wiz come up for hearing at the
neIt term Of the Circuit Court. As would be ex-
pected, the occurrence produced intense excitement
an The neighuorhood Who're it happened.
CIrr CoUEcIL.-Jos. N. Logan was sworn in sl
Alderman from the First Ward.
An ordinance adopted 10 prevent hogs from
tunning loose OF eur streets The ordinance pro-
vides that after the first day Of May next the Mar
ahAl be directed 70 seize and ipound al hogs found
on the streets.
Sundry accounts were audited and ordered 20 be
paid.
An ordinance was adopted providing for the pun
ishment Of merchants and others fer doing business
without license
Mayor Besrden was authorized 10 settle with
council employed 20 defend the Board IN the late
injunction suit
committee was appointed to dispose Of one Of
The old are-engines belonging to the corporation.
Assault And ARREsr-On Friday night Of
Last week, Clifford Toney, white, aud Rush Pate and
NJ laN u
room relative 10 game Of cards After lesving
she bsr-r0On, and while on his WY home, Toney
was aooosted near the covered bridge on Cumber- |
land street by Pate aud Carter, who knocked him |
down and left him senselesf The facts we're COM /
munioased 70 the police and on Saturday Pate and
Garter were arrested and taken before Recorder |
swan who, upon examination Of their cases, found
them Of sufficient importance 70 warrant him in /
requiring one thousand dollars Of each FOR their ap
pearance before the next term Of the Circuit Court
70 snswer for sslonious assault They failed to |
give the required BAIL and were committed to Iail
he WHISKY RERELLIos.-In oar last we gave
an aooOunt Of the arrival Of United States troops to
aid the Revenue officers in enforcing the laws re-
lAting to the manufacture Of alcoholic drinks.
detachment was cent out south Of the river 70 |
arrest two men charged with the illicit msuufso- /
tare Of liquors. They we're both arrested. One Of
them gave bond, and the other escaped after being
arrested. -S
John Livingston was also arrested and gave bond /
Tor he appearance before the United States Courts
We bear Of resistance to law in other quarters
sho We suppose further developments may be looked
lor' Ahs Revenue officers are using considerable
energy IN detecting offenders.
PERsoSAL.-Hon. G. w. Blackburn. the able
and faithful Comptroller Of the State. arrived IN
This city on yesterday, and leaves for Nashville %
day.
Also Major j. T. Robinson, Of West Tennessee
Who was 10. CoOpers right bower IN The militia
MAJOR X is splendid fellow
We had the pleasure Of meeting Senator G. W. |
Nl' o. Morgan, and Representative james A. l
Dousn's' Of Anderson and Campbell. Roth these
ssH1on'sn are excellent legislators. In fsc, IT,
are among The best and most efficient mor0h.r, =
either house When they speak they sps.t ! -,
point, and their votes win All h. andors.s nv -,
constituents - 'Hef