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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
RURGIARToUsl Mz
Thieves Enter and Rob the House OF
Joe Williams,

Joe Williams.
About one o'clock Tuesday night; the
residence of Joe Williams, the well-known
coIored Democrat, on Cherry street near
Broad, was entered by thief who sue
ceeded in getting hold Ct Joe's pocket
book, containing s52 20 in legal tenders.
The book and contents, as a matter
course, were carried of, and there is hardly
a remote probability that the property will
be brought back again, unless big walk
ing stick left by the thief in the house, or
some other circumstance, leads TO his iden-
LITIGATION. The burglar got into the room
occupied by Williams and his wife by rails
ing a window, out of which he jumped as
cat upon discovering that he had Wakened
the sleepers. The legal tenders, compris'
ing all the money ia the possession of the
loser, was all the burglar got for bis despe'
rate pains, having to retreat from the place
| in such precipitate haste as to leave hl'
walking cane behind him. Joe says thai
If the wicked fellow will return the money
he may retain the pocket-book and TAXI
away the club as tessimonialsto the rares
sort of personal honesty. He has immedi
ate need for the money stolen from him
and would think much better Of the bur
plar and human nature generally, shoul'
the amount be returned to him in the man
ner indicated. 1t might also spare HIN
the painful necessity of prosecuting some
body for burglary. He waits to see.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
The bank Failure al louisville

la regard to the suspension of the Louls-
willie bankers, Tucker & Co., mentioned by
telegraph yesterday, the De'nocrGt of the
23d says:
The extensive banking house of Tucker
& Co, corner of Fourth and Main streets,
let down Yesterday and closed up. The
immediate cause of the failure has not
vet been made public. The collapse Of this
old and popular banking institution created
a great deal of commotion in the city yes
terday, and it was the general topic OF con-
versation We understand that the assest
of the bank will enable them to pay about
eighty cents on the dollar to its creditosr.
The Democrat also publishes the follow
ing card from member of the suspend, d
iirm;
BANKING OFFICE OF TUCKER & Co,
LOUISVILLE, December -, lS6S.--ln
consequence Of the rapid ABSORPTION Of
The cash means OF my firm by heavy
Losses, and invOlvments by others dur
ing the past three years, and the great
shriukage in value of the remaining as
sets, | find it impossible to continue re-
munerative business without risklng the
means of others largely. After more than
twenty years of prosperous business and
uninterrupted credit, yield with reluct--
ance 10 the depressing state of the case and
suspend all payments for the present.
CHAs. ). TUCKER.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
Remember the Poor.

In preparing your nick max for Christ
mas, and in the distribution of the good
things purchased for the occasion, have an
eye to the poor in your midst. That little
ragged boy, who lives next door, has no
father to bestow upon him even the COM
forts of life, and the widowed mother by
honest toll, is barely able to save herself
and family from starvation. Lock through
the window long after the midnight hour,
and there you will see picture of poverty
and industry combined. In q room but
poorly furnished, there she sits, close to
Ere place but scantily supplied with wood,
and Notwithstanding the severity Of the
weather outside, she tolls away at her
needle, feeling that it is necessary TO exis-
tence, that the work on which she is en-
gagged should be finished by the coming
day. Morning comes, and the little boy is
awakened from the rough cot, and hurried
away to deliver the work and receive the
small stipend which an anxious mother is
waiting for in order to purchase provisions
for the day.
Receive that little boy kindly. He is
beggarE in appearance, but he has
manly heart. His mother has told him
of the misiortunes that have visited the
family circle; how fond father was
killed in battle, and how an elder brother
met death from an epidemic that pre-
vailed some years before. Treat that boy
kindly, for he has received the lessons of
wisdom from a pious mother. Help him
to stem the tempestuous storms of life
and battle with the current of prosperity.
Heap upon him the good things which are
abundant in your household, and he will
never fail 10 remember your kindness.
Like you he once lived in afiluence, but q
Jew short years have wrought great
changes Help the little fellow along,
and send a word of cheer to that mother
whom he loves so iondly. Energy is
marked upon mis- brow, and some day he
will make his mark in the world. Give
him Christmas greeting that will make
his young heart leap with joy. He will
then feel that in this cold and selfish
world there is disposition TO extend
helping hand to the needy. This is no
fancy sketch. Look around you, aud in
quire if your very close neighbors are not
struggling with poverty, and remember,
that "he who gveth to the poor lendeth
10 the Lord"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
HORRIBLE AFFAXR.
A Negro Murdered i'm Bed-His Head
Chopped to Pieces with an AK.

A Negro Murdered in Bed His Head
Chopped TO Pieces with an AK.
One of the most horrible tragedies ever
committed in this vicinity, says the Mem
phis Ardlanchs of Tuesday, was revealed
yesterday morning by the discovery of the
victim.
For several months past, among other
occupants of an old tenement house in one
Of the alleys running into Central Point,
were Louis Givens and his wife and John
ShaW-all colored. Shaw was unmarried,
and his attention to Givens wife, who is
said to be quite comedy yellow woman,
and vain enough to court admiration, had
aroused the jealousy of the husband.
Several times he had accused her of inf
deity, but angry words received angry
words in reply, and nothing came of them.
Alterations had taken place between the
two men, but attended with no serious
results.
Early yesterday morning resident of the
vicinity, while passing through an alley
near the Point, was attracted by blood on
the ground. 1t was evident that bleed.
ing body had been dragged either to or
from one of the tenements near by. Fur
Their investigation revealed shocking
sight. 1t was that of the dead body of 4
negro known as John Shaw, lying among
some weeds near the fence. The head,
face, neck and shoulders were literally
bathed in blood, which still slowly issued
from frightful gashes in the forehead and
upper portions of the skull, made with an
ak or Ratchet.
The police we're notified, and by follow
ing the line marked by the blood, it was
discovered that the crime had been com
mitted in the tenement occupied in part by
the murdered man. Upon entering the
trace led the officers 10 ShaW'5 bed, the
clothing on which was almost saturated
with blood. There was no doubt that
during the night, and when asleep, Shaw
had been murdered, and that the body was
dragged into the alley by the murderer
1t was found forty feet from the scene o.
the tragedy.
Two women-GiVen5 wife and youns
woman named Hays-were in the house
Both denied all positive knowledge Of the
author of the tragedy, but the latter STATED
it as her belief that the murder had beer
committed by Givens. The ak will
which the murder had been accomplished
was found in the alley, 1t belonged tc
Owens and was covered with blood Civ
ems was soon after arrested. He protested
innocence, but was taken before Esquir'
Grifiths and sent to Jail to await examina
ton Thursday next. Coroner SamelsoI
held an inquest on Shaw's remains, result
ing in verdict that the death was the re
suit of wounds inflicted by Owens.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
orn CLARKsy1LLE LErrEn.

Taxpayers vs.. School commissioners
The Case COncluded-The Opinion
Deferred. h He
The argument in the case of taxpayers
against school commissioners By the Hon.
Chancellor J. F. Lauck, in chambers, was
concluded here to day. The question at
issue is the constitutionality of the Sec
ton of the school law which provides for
the appointment of commissioners in sub
school districts, and authorizing them to
assess tax for school purposes. 1t was
ably argued for two days by John F
House, J. E. Bailey and w. A. Quarles
for the taxpayers, and by w. A. Peiffer,
z. w. Humphreys aud ]. ]. Buck, in be-
half of the Commissioners, on a motion
to dissolve an injunction heretofore granted
by Judge Shsckelford, enjoining the col
lection of tax assessed. Judge Lauck re.
served his decision for few days, when il
will be given in writing. The patient
and urbane manner in which the Judge
listened to this tedious argument, hal
made for him many warm friends among
the members of the GAINESVILLE bar
The Tyrone passed down at s A. M
Weather very cold, and business dull.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
The Carriers Address

The Carrier Boys of the UNION AND
AMERICAN will present their annual ad-
dress TO their patrons on Christmas morn
ing, and each little fellow who occupies
the high and responsible position Of "pa'
per toter," will expect a warm reception
Through all sorts of weather, he has made
daily early calls at your dwellings and
places Of business, and we feel sure you
will not forget the faithfnlness and regu
larity in the delivery of the latest news
Before going to bed tonight, therefore
place your dollars and half dollars in ;
convenient place, SO that it will be cOnve
nient to reward your carrier boy when h
greets you next morning.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

An Italian, named Rodgers, was arrested
yesterday on a charge of stealing a jug OF
whisky. Some countrymen left several
boxes of raisins and cigars and the jug Of
whisky, at the stand which this Italian
keeps on the Square during the day, and
when they called on him for the things, he
gave them the raisins and cigars, but with
held the whisky, probably for his own use.
He told them that some one had stolen the
Jug with its contents. A search warrant
was taken out and the jug was found con-
cealed under some old boxes. He was
taken before Justice Cassetty and taxed
with the costs
From his appearance, one would suppose
he had tested the quality of the contents
Of the jug good many times.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
NASHVILLE, TENN.
. sruTR DAY DECEmBER a4.IIses.


Notices Of New Advertisements.
Remember that sale of valuable i'm
proved real property, situated on Gay
street, between Spruce and McLsmore, is
10 be sold on the premises this Thursday
morning, to the highest bidder.
.Ysatman, Shields & Co, have miscells-
neous sale this morning to close lots.
The First National Bank gives notice
that it will be closed on the 18th, and that
notes falling due that day should be paid
to-day. Ea sT
The Edge6eld Omnibus Line gives an
important notice to its patrons this morn
ing.
To-day is positively the last of the great
holiday sales by Albert & Seeman.
Members of Temple Division, Sons of
Temperance, are requested to meet to-
night.
The better classes of the City Hotel fur
niture viii be sold to-day and Saturday.
Robert Thompson & Co. have received
an invoice of extra fine oranges for the
holidays, which they are selling at low
rates. Having tried them we can youch fer
their excellence.
Paul, Tavel & Hammer are printing all
descriptions of cards suited to the season.
The Masonic Fraternity of the city will
meet to attend The funeral of John A,
Fisher, on Sunday next al II Pm.
A. E. Garner gives an important notes
of bankrupt sale at Springfield, on the
I'd of January.
The Alpha leaves for Louisville and
Cincinnati to morrew afternoon.
Our friend Fugazzi, Cherry street, neal
Union, is a depository Of Kris Kringle-
where toys, fruits, etc, can be had on ,h'
best terms,
Go, Immediately after breakfast thi
morning, to W. C. Golfers, Union street
and see the best selection of holiday books
both for children and grown people.
See bankrupt notices.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

Every church in and around our city
seems 10 be alive to the importance of do.
ing something nice in the way of getting
uP Christmas trees, etc, for the Lambs o
the Flock. We learn that McKendret
Church is arranging q rich treat for the
dear little ones tomorrow evening, at 81
o'clock Tulip Street, and also McFerrin':
Chapel, and Elm Street, tonight; and the
First Baptist, tomorrow morning. They
obey the command" Feed my lambs"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
TALL mERCHANprsING
Men and Brethren victimised by
Radical Trfena.


Men and Brethren victImised by
Radical Friend.
Several colored men employed BY The
corporation, have instituted proceedings
against political friend of theirs engaged
in the grocery business, and who, they
have reason to think, has not been "toating
fair with them in the way Of trade. The
investigation of the case was commenced
yesterday, before Deaderick street mag
istrate, and being yet in an unfinished con-
dition we refrain from mentioning the
names Of the parties. 1t seems from the
facts thus far elected, that the corporation
hands would be supplied by the proper off,
Ger with certificates stating that they
were in the employment of the
city and desired to trade with the mer-
chant BOW sued TO given amount, and
authorising him to give them the credit
called for. Upon the strength of these
certificates the merchant would let the
holders have goods, and present his bills
to The City Treasurer for settlement
Whether in most or any of these cases
the merchant failed to let the bearers o.
orders have the full amount of good,
called for, and for which he received pay
from the city, is not yet determined, thu
present trial being had for the settlement
of that interesting point. If he be able t.
make it appear that in all cases he full!
and honestly complied with the contract
involved in this rather unusual system 0
mercantile banking, there will be no room
for further complaint on the part of hi
colored patrons. Otherwise. they will hav
occasion TO think unkindly of their politi
cal friend, and sufficient reason to CLAIM
damages at his hands.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
a Painful Accident.

Mr.. c. Scho,t. surgical instrument maker,
on College street, in the use of circular
saw, yesterday morning, received Injuries
requiring the amputation Of portion Of
his lef hand. Mr.. Schott is an accom-.
Pitched artisan whose services are CON
staEtly ia Fequision by the profession, and
The temporary disability to which the in
jury subjects him, is greatly to be regretted
as well on his personal account as by the
rnhlir
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

Tbs scholars Of the Second Presbyte
rian Sabbath School propose giving an
entertainment, consisting of music and
dialogues, on Christmas Eve, oath inst.
at the Second Presbyterian Church. A
beautiful Christmas tree will be uneov
cred, with presents for the school. All
friends Of Sabbath schools are invited tC
attend. Admission twenty-five cents, pro,
ceeds for the benefit of the school. Tick,
cts can be had at the door of the church
Let the house be well filled, and thus show
generous appreciation of the children:
efforts. o.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
BISHOP FEEHAN IN KNOXVILLE,
Imposing Ceremonies at the CaihOII'
Church.


On Sunday last Right Rev. Bishop
Feehan, of this city, was in Knoxville, and
offieiated at the Catholic Church in that
city. AT the early mass, a large number
of children we're admitted for the first time
to holy communion. At the conclusion OF
the first gospel, the Bishop delivered, says
the Press and Herald, an elegant, earnest
and convincing discourse In the after
noon, the church was dedicated, and The
sacrament of confirmation administered
Vespers commenced at half-pa.t six, when
the Bishop again lecturod for an hour
The Press and Herald says of his visit:
Bishop Feehan returned to Nashville OF
yesterday, carrying, we feel confident, witt
him the good wishes Of this community
and the prayers of his own flock, who must
have been delighted and edited by hi
| short visit.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
The Ran or the Pale Faces.

Notwithstanding the very cold weather
last night, the ball given by Orphan
Camp, Order CT Pale Faces, was largely
attended, and the dancing WAS kept up to
a late hour. An excellent string band Wa
engaged for the occasion, and the tenn
Perauure was just right for lively music,
and conseauently the right sort Of dancing.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
Academy of Music.

An entirely new programme is out for
so-nighG, and we can promise an excellent
entertainment for those who attend
Among the late arrivals at this popular
place of amusement, we notice the names
of Miss Lizzie Mowbry, cdmedienne, and
Mr.. E. Edwards, vocalist and comedian,
from New Orleans, and said to be the best
performers in the variety business.
The patrons of the Academy will regre
to learn that the accomplished vocalist
Miss Julia Levette, leaves this week 10
spend the holidays in Louisville.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

Just a little more such weather as we
bad yes criay, would put the ponds around
the city 10 fee skating condition, and also
enable ice dealers to get supplies OF the
homemade article. II is in this way that
very cold snaps make themselves both use
ful and ornamental, and prove that "it's an
III wind that blows nobody good"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

4 man was caught lat evening in the
act Of carrying away a package Of lard
from Goes pork factory, in North Nash
vile. He was exposed on the spot, and
made TO feel rather sheepish when re-
qGes,ei 10 return the bundle, The pro-
prietor Of the Establishment did not choose
to prosecute, but took occasion to deliver
a Wholesome lecture 10 the individual
nnnn The subject of larceny.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

The scholars Of the First Baptist sun
day School are promised a rich treat Oh
Christmas morning I; 10 o'clock. Some
thing really elegant mss been prepared fr
the occasion, an At is safe 10 say ihat all
Of the little folk vii. leave The church
with Joyous hear, aud proud Of being at
tagaed TO that Sabba.h school.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

Victoria Evans, assault and battery, dis
charged
Hattie Shute, same ofense, discharged.
Joseph Miller, using language calcG-
lated to provoke breach of the peace,
discharged.
Flora Saiinski, peddling without license,
discharged.
G. T. Ryder, using hydrant water with
GU license, dicharged
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
CORPORATION OF EDGEFIELD
ATicket Nominated.

On Tuesday night last the citizens Of
Edgefeld held a meeting and nominated
the following ticket for Aldermen, the cleo
ton for which takes place on the ID day
of January, to-wit A. G. Sanford, Judge
J. C. Guild, Gen. Geo. J. Stubblefeld,
Judge w. A. Glenn, J. S. Woodford, j. n.
Sharp and Harvey Campbell.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

London advices Of yesterday quote
United States 5-20s at Tag
Exchange on New York was taken by
the banks yesterday at / discount and sold
by them at par.
Nashville corporation checks are in but
little demand and are lower. Brokers
generally are holding at S3c.
Tennessee bonds were quoted in New
York yesterday at 68i for the old and 6S4
for the new.
The sales of Southern State bonds at
the New York Stock Exchange on the 19.h
inst. were as follows:
FIRST BOARD
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
New Nashville Theater.

Quite large audience visited the New
Nashville Theater last night to witness the
presentation of The great spectacular drama
entitled Mszeppa. Miss Leo Hudson &C
quilted herself finely, and brought loud
applause from the audience. A good bill
is up for tonight, aud those wishing 10 get
good seats had better secure them early.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
The Governor Thai IL to BE I'm Knox

The Knoxville Press and Herald OF
Tuesday says that Hon. Dewitt c. Senter
the coming Governor of Tennessee, was in
that city on Monday. He looked, says
that paper, the very picture of health, and
we wonder that Riddleberger didn't detain
him at Nashville during the holidays-he
would have made such an attractive sign
Of good feeding down stairs. To what ex.
tent the recent publication by the political
cleausers at Washington may have con,
tributed to his personal pulchritude we
cannot say. He certainly was not much
damaged by Senator Gates fusilade.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
ADAMS EXPRESS WAGON STOLEN.


One Of the wagons aud team belonging
to the Adams Express Company was stolen
from the corner of Summer and Church
streets at an early hour last night. After
hunting around for couple of hours, and
pressing six hacks and a number Of police
men into service, Capt. Thatcher came up
with the missing team at the corner of
Vine and Spruce streets.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
TAXED with the Costs.

A negro was arrested yesterday by De-
teclive Barmore on charge Of larceny in
stealing set Of furs, the property Of DR..
Cox. The furs were found in possession Of
some negro woman on Front street. The
negro was taxed with the costs and re-
leased.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24

Ed. Morton, colored, who was committed
10 jail sometime since, or charge Of lar.
ceny in stealing bacon from the storehouse
of Spurlock Il Co, on Broad street, was
released yesterday, by order Of the Grim
iu4l C.Irrt
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
Death of Former Well known rits

Maj X. NJ. c. Rhodes died at his resi-
dence, near Belleview, on the Nashville
and Northwestern railroad, on Tuesday
night last He was for many years resi-
dent Of This city, and employed in the shop
o. Nannoy q Turbevlle.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1868-12-24
SPECIAL NOTICES.
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NoTECE TOISYALEDs


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