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Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
The War in Hayti and st. Domingo.

Hauana, august 4.-The following news has been
received from Hayti:
A battle took place on the oath of July, between
the revoutionsts and the forces of Salnave, which
ended in a victory for the former.
The revolutionists have concentrated O0G troops,
we'll provided with provisions and ammunition,
around the city Of Port Prince and are pressing
on with renewed vigor.
Gen. Lynch, revolutionary commander, has is
sued a manifesto protesting against the oession oil
any Haytien territory 10 the United States.
The Dominican troops have crossed the frontier
and commenced the invasion Of -Haytl.
Gen Bryer aud his son hid been murdered.
Robberies and depTsdations are reported IN va
rious parts Of the country.
Ad7ices from ST. Domingo represent the reYoiu-
tionarv movement against Baez steadily pro
crossing under the leadership of Gen. Luperon.-
a decisive victory has been gained by one Of his
Generals The speedy fall of Baez and the e4pul-
sion of his government Is anticipated
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Tennessee Legislature.


NASHVILLE, August 3, Is6s.-ghe report OF the
Directors of the Penitentiary presented By SEN
ator Elliott, accompanied with charges against the
Warden
On motion the charges were referred to the Com
mittee on Penitentiary.
A bill was introduced by Senator Smith 10 be en-
titled an act to aid in the suppression Of organiEa
tons appearing or parsding in mask in this State.
The Speaker decided the bin out of order.
Senator Cate read portion of the Governors
message, wherein he declared such organizations
outlaws.
The Speaker withdrew his decision, and the bill
was referred 10 the Judiciary Committee.
RESOLUTION.
Whereas, The report of the Finance Board, sub
mitted through its President, s. Watson, censuring
the conduct of tue Comptroller and Secretary Of
State during and since their connection with said
Beard, placing the responsibility of the failure to
pay the interest Of the State debt upon them there
fore,
ResoLUed, That the Comptroller and Secretary be,
and are hereby requested 10 report such facts upon
the subject may be in their possession as early as
possible. Adopted.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Kentucky Election.

Louisville, august 3.--The election held in the
State of Kentucky to-day was for Governor, Cir
cult Judges, Commonwealth Attorney and other
smaller officers. The result hiss been great yicto-
nv for the Democrats. The following is the vote OF
the city Of Louisville Stevenson, Dem, e,244; Ba-
ker, Rep, 492. Stevenson's majority 7,752. All
the other regular Democratic candidates, ten in
number, who were opposed by independent Demo-
Gratis were elected BY majorities ranging from five
to seven thousand, except Waldran, for Marshal OF
the Chancery Court whose majority is about 1900
Returns from the State everywhere show large
increase of Democratic majorities, and falling on
Radical votes. Unless the vote is unexpectedly
small in the interior counties, Stevensons majority
will probably reach fifty or sixty thousand.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

EDUCATIONAL Cow ENTIoN.--Tbe State Teach
srs Association for the State of Tennessee holds ITS
annual meeting at Nashville on Monday and Tues
Jay Of next week. A full attendance Of teachers
and friends Of education generally is expected and
earnestly desired from al paIi4 Of The State. The
railroads, in order 70 afford all an opportunity 10
attend The meeting of the Association without in
curing any great expense have reduced the fare OF
delegates 10 one-hslf the usual rates
Persons attending the State Association will have
s1 opportunity Of attending the National Uonven-
ton Of instructors, which also meets al Nashville
ea Wednesday OF next week, aud which will be
enc Of the largest gatherings of the kind which has
ever assembled in the South. Delegates are ex-
pected from all parts Of the United States. Rail-
roads everywhere give bsll-fare tickets aud the
NHshve hotels agree 10 entertain delegates at half
cir usual rates, while the citizens are preparing 10
end their Inequalities 10 members Of the Con-
ton. A large number Of persons are expected,
I'D Il viii be occasion highly interesting 70 the
lends Of education generally. Teachers should
aoi fail 70 avail themselves Of this opportunity Of
laterchanging and listening 70 the views of men
Fiuanf ia the great cass. East Tennessee should
~, Gail b Do fully represented IN these fnoetipgs-
t4v. Z. subject which should Interest 81, regaFd
-. ~ political differences and we ere glad % se'
tba men Of all parties at Nashville are interesting
snselsss n rendering these meetings success
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12


MIsDLuEANoR CouKs.-Tbe August term II this
Court was opened yesterday, Judge Jones presid-
ing.
The following gentlemen composed the Grand
Jury. W L. Hedgecock, Foreman, B. +. Doughty,
G. W. Harms, VIM White, NJ. a. Walker, F. nj.
Mecde, w L. Cottrell, G. w. Summers, NJ. j.
Chldress VIM. Shell, james Nj. Murphy, James
zachary and John Chumles.
John Lester plead guilty TO charge OF obstruct-
ing public road, and was fined SO cents
William Brock for assault and battery was fined
$1,000
Dan Mcmillan for disturbing public worship Sc
cures costs.
w.B. Myuatl, for carrying bowie knife, secures
costs
W. T. Crippen, for assault and battery, lined 30
The State VS. Tim Homer, for assault and battery,
rals prossgUt
The State vs.. 10. Mcmillan, disturbing public
vorsbip. dismissed on defendant assuming costs.
The State VS. L. Foster, disturbing public wor'
.hip dismissed on payment of costs.
John Wood, charged with nuisance, acquitted
Winnie Plumlee, found guilty of sailing whisky
ON sunday in one case, and acquitted in three.
Thomas Farmer, for disturbing public worship
pays costs.
Several forfeitures taken and quite number Of
gazes continued.
Matt Woods, found guilty Of gaming in three
gsses and acquitted in one.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

EAST TENNESSEE WESLEYAN USIvERs1TY.-
The catalogue Of this young and aonrishing insti-
tuition for 1868, has been laid on our table. We
notice that Rev N E. Cobleigh, d. D., is President,
end Rev. James Q. Barb Professor of Mathematics
and Astronomy Miss Julia j. Bennett has been
employed as an Assistant Professor. Three young
gentlemen stand enrolled in the Sophomore class
and SIX in the Freshman. The pupils number,
males 80, females 36. Total, ll9.
We commend this institution 10 the patronage Of
the public The Faculty are accomplished sduca-
tors The facilities are good. The library numbers
over thousand volumes.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Anulication Of the Governor Of Louisiana
for Tr0Ong.

wasH,SeroS, August e.-The official Interview be-
tween President johnson and Col. Deene, Of Louisiana
msmber of Gov. Warmonth's staff, was pleasant and
conslatory The President during tho interview show
cd no disposition 10 question the legitimacy OF the gov
s~rrant If Louis;ana which furnished credentials TO
Col Doane. Without giving Gov. WarmOuth's messen-
cor pv official assurances the President expressed the
opinion that the he pursued in regard to Icnnes
see yould be adopted in Louisiana and other Southern
states viz That upon proper application the Federal
troops of which there sufficient number in the South
wou be used under the Federal orders for the suppress
sion of disorders The documents presented by Col.
Deane were referred to tie War Department and the
mater remains in abeyance until Gen. schohed returns
on Saturday.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Reverdy Johnson's Instructions Regarding
the Alabama Claims

Nel0 York, dug. 6.-The Heralds Washington
dispatch lays that it is ascertained the instructions
Of Rev erdy johnson were not particularly strong
regarding the Alabama claims. He was mainly
directed TO pursue the same course as his predeces
sor on that question, but more fully instructed
regarding the American doctrine of expatristion.
Il is believed that the President and Secretary
Seward authorized him TO negotiate treaty as to
the rights Of naturazed citizens similar 10 that
lately agreed upon between Prussia and the United
States
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
New York Items,

Neo YorbssAugast 5.-The proposition TO confer
upon Horace Greeley the Office Of City Register
MAIDS vooant by the death Of Gen. Halpine, meets
with general favor.
The activity in gold Is shown by the fact that
the elearings yesterday and to-day at the gold e1
change were about $l04, 100000, or nearly double
the daily average OF the past seven months.
During the month Of July 25,9lo immigrants
reached this city.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Locomotive Explosion.

Alexandria, Aug 1.-The locomotive Augusta, Of
the Alexandria, Washington and Georgetown Rail
road, exploded at the depot of the Orange and
Alexandria Railroad, just previous to starting for
Washington knocking away portions of two
houses in the vicinity, scattering the fragments in
every direction One colored man, named Field,
is believed to be fatally injured. The engineer and
fireman are both badly hurt A boy had his hip
broken, woman was severely hurt, and several
other persons were more or less injured
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
HOUSE.

report from Colonel A. E. Boone, appointed to
audit the accounts connected with the militis SER
vice last year, was presented by the Speaker. Ii
was referred 70 the committee appointed to take in
10 consideration that portion Of the Governors mes
sage relating to Colonel Boone.
Mr.. Ryder presented a petition from the people
of Shelby, and Mr. Poston petition from tina peo-
ple of Dyer, praying for an extension Of the fran
chise to those deprived of that right, which were
both ordered to be spread upon the journal
A bill 10 be entitled Gan Act 10 suppress insur-
rection and enforce the laws Of the State, in
trodueed by Mr. Meyers
The bill passed its first reading, and referred
10 the committee on that part Of the Governors
message relating 10 the militia
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Commissioner of Internal Revenue

Washington, dug 5.-The usual rumors have
prevailed to-day in connection with the office of In
ternsl Revenue. One of them, which gained very
general credence, was that President johnson had
decided upon accepting the resignation rendered
some time ago by Mr.. Rollins without further de-
lay It is stated however, that there is every pos
sibility of the whole subject of the commissioner
ship remaining suspended until the return of the
Attorney General
Washington dug. 6.-The resignation of Commits
sioner Rollins was accepted to-day
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

TEACHERS ExA1IEATIoE.--An examination of
teachers for the free schools of Knox county viii be
held al Hampden Sidney Academy Knoxville, on
Saturday the Goth instant and the last Saturday
Of every mouth during the year. The examination
win begin al A. ri. Subjects: Reading, Vocal
Elements, orthography, Penmanship, Arithmetic,
Grammar, Geography, and the theory and practice
Of teaching The attention of applicants is called
10 the 2eth section Of the School Laws Of 1867.
Nj. c. Wilcox, Sup't
aug l2-3t Of Public instruction.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

Tax sEw n. T.. CHURcH.-Work has again been
...1msd On The new Church al the corner Of Clinch
md Prince streets By much energetic labor, funds
efficient 10 complete the Church, in condition TO
he occupied by the congregation, have been raised
and The trustees have determined TO push forward
Inc work When completed according TO The orig
mai design, Il will be one Of The finest churches in
Cha Slate
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

sUmmsED-SUITED.-M Payne Petitions, of
wyoming Luzerne county, Pa personal friend OF
our esteemed and distinguished townsmaD, Rev. DIR.
rearue, surprised him in Wilkes Barre not long
.ncc took his measure al a tailors, and has sent
brm, by express, an elegant and full suit Of dress
clothes Such liberal thOughtfulness Of our respect
ed friend shows that be is appreciated abroad as
veil as at home
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
HOUSE.

Mr. Mckinley, from the select committee TO settle with
Col A. Z. Boone reported back with amendments the
HOUSE bib appropFiatng S9,2I4 81 for the purpose Of
paying certain accounts in Col Boone's hands with
q recommendation in favor Of its passage.
bin 10 be entitled An act 70 amend an act passed
March TO- 1885, TO organize and equip the State Guard
and regulate Che Governors staff !"
The bill passed its FIRST reading, and referred to
the Committee on Military Affairs.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

EAST TENNESSEE AND VIRGINIA RAILROAD
We have had occasion a few times recently TO pass
over this road and have taken some pains TO aseer-
tain ils condition We congratulate the officers
and managers Of the road upon tho splendid condi-
ton Of this important thoreughfare. Never since
the road was bnIt has the TRACK, rom Knoxville 70
Bristol, bOen in as good repair as now The conse-
4uence is that freight and passengers are transported
with promptness, dispatch snd safety. The travel
ma. nublic will find on this route everything ar
-angcd with special reference 70 convenience and
comfort, the passenger trains being IN charge Of
polite and gentlemAnly conductors, who devote
their whole attention 10 making those under their
care com Portable and agreeable.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

rr,frgEAycE FEsrIvAL.-The friends OF tenn
-,rco bad pleasant time al the festival given al
temperance Hall, by Knoxville Division No. 3,
Inns of Temperance, on Friday evening OF last
Geek. a large number Of persons we're present,
and tbe whole affair was 3 decided success reflect
.-. much credit on The managers thereof
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

NolcE TO DELEaATEs.-W are authorized ana
...Bs.,ed % announce that tho East Tennessee and
Virginia Railroad Company and the EAST t'--o',oe
and Georgia Railroad Company wiii pass uS'ea'o9
TO both State Conventions shortly 70 DC neio -
Nashville for half price. All delegates VIII be TO
mic, a. have proper certificates Of appointment
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
LATEST n EW S.


Manchester, august S.-An alarm Of Dire was
vvsn in a music hall Saturday night when the au-
dience was seized with panic and rushed ior Inc
doors The result was that twenty-tnree persons
principally women and children, were crushed TO
death, and large number had their arms and legs
broken and otherwise injured.
London, August 3--Evening- cable OF 1866
ceased TO work at 1885 this afternoon. test
shows the fault as the New Foundland side The
cable has been probably damaged by an iceberg
[Signed CYRUS w. FIELD
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
SENATE.

NASHVILLE, August 4.-Ths Speaker presented
the supplementary message Of the Governor.
A resolution to refer the message 30 select COM
mittee Of FIVE on The part of the Senate and - on
the part Of the House. was adopted
bill 10 be entitled an act for the government
and management and leasing of the Penitentary
was read.
Mr.. Smith raised q question, whether this bill
could be presented at this session. as il had passed
three readings il the House at the former session.
and Was then referred to the Judiciary Committee
who presented bill in lieu. This, be held, killed
the bill
The Speaker, however, decided that this session
was in nc way connected with the former session.
Mr.. Smith read portion of the Governors mes
sage wherein he protested against the erection Of
any new buildings at that place which the bill pro
Yides for and on his motion the bill was laid upon
the table.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

GEORGE CARTER escaped from the work house
.r Monday night Those having charge Of this in
.tg,ion should procure balls aud chains, or adopt
,ne other plan for preventing the escape OF prs
5-ers. Under the present arrangement It is mat
par of choice whether they remain there or not
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Florida Legislature.

Tallahassee, august 4.-The Legislature to-day
passed bill requiring all telegraph operators in the
State TO take an oath of secrecy, and making 1t
fine and Imprisonment for divulging any message
bill taking the election of delegates TO the Eec-
tora College from the people and placing il in the
Legislature.
They also passed bill giving negroes every priv
iege of whites on all railroads A similar bill re-
lsting TO hotels is introduced and will probably
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

ArhULl AND BATTERT.-On Monday evening,
r.br Woods attacked George Allison on the corner
Cay aud Cumberland streets, beating him pretty
sysrey The cause was that the latter had testified
.gsrgt the former Oh an indictment for e nuisance
IN The misdemeanor court. He was arrested taken
r..sr. Recorder Swan, and fined
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Treaty with Indians.

Washington, dug 4.-The following official tele-
gram has been received:
ELLSWORTH, Nebraska, Aug. 3.
| have Just arrived from Fort Larned saw the
Arrapahoes, Apaches, Kiowas and Comanches.-
Everything is arranged satisfactorily, and appre-
bend no trouble.
[Signed] THOMAS MURPHY,
Superintendent.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

dad the squad Of soldiers who forcby elected fos1a
Ger Dunn from tho Reserve was adjuged guilty. ana nns1
one dollar and costs The court then adjourned ua
this morning. when thy other ecfendanta wore pfoceouo
with and the same verdict srered in all except the case
OF Gen. Sheridan, who bned $l0c The DESCENDANTS
Appealed 10 the Criminal Court.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

SOMETHING NEw-The Southern Sta" is the
name of new Cooking Stove manufactured at
Knoxville by CLARK, Quaif & Co, and for sale ex-
clusively by Ohas ". DePue, at the Stove House on
Gay street. II is the best stove ever manufactured
in this country, and equal TO any shipped here
It is well adapted 70 the wants of the farmers Of
East Tennessee. Every stove warranted. All
wishing stoves should patronize home manufac-
tories June 3-tf
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

REAL Estate TRANsFERs.-The following are
the transfers of real estate registered in the Office Of
the County Court Clerk, for the week ending Aug.
sth, 1858:
VIM. Rule, Clerk, 10 c. W Hall, tract of land in
Knox county for 81 900.
CIV. Fouse to Lucinda Greer, tract Of land in
Knox county for $500.
&c. Ksrnes TO A. Meter, tract of lard in Knox
county for $3.50.
L. A. Gratz and wife to -, lot in Knoxville
for $500.
oF.Hin to S. b. Smith, lot in Knoxville for
81, $50.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

AN lMMEgsE EsTABLlsHMEST.-M essrs. Stuart
Peterson s. Co, Philadelphia, possess the advan-
cages Afforded by long experience and abundant
.srilsl 10 conduct business Of Immense magnitude
90 q thoroughly systematic manner. Their wares
are known and approved 10 every section OF the
country, and in the line Of specialites they have
achieved lasting triumph. Their great Barley
gheai cook, in particular, is one Of the most as
louishing and important inventions Of the day-a
-oye which has no superior and is far ahead Of ITS
Competitors. The Barley Sheaf burns coal or
wood with equal ease and economy. Send for an
illustrated circular and beware Of bogus "BArsyS-"
For ale by William Cofman j Co, aud Oruze G
Adnsy, Kno1yille Tennessee.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

EXCELSIOR. above Is the name Of one OF
the best Cook Stoves ever brought 70 this city.
From the large amount sold daily by VIM. Coli
man g. Co, and the universal satisfaction they
give we are of the opinion they have no equal
They burn wood or coal. Each stove Is furnished
with one of Mangle's Patent Gas Consumers. Ey-
cry stove warranted 10 perform not only we'll but
very well spl 29-u
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

CANE MILLs.-We have for sale large stock OF
new improved Cane Mills We sell them much
cheaper than they have ever beer sold for IN this
market. For sale by CHAs. w. DE fUE,
iunesfO-f Knoxville.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Gas Explosion in the Capitol

WASHINGTON, August IA gas main in the Capltoi,
under tho center Of the DOME in what is known as the
Washington Crypt exploded this evening with very great
force blowing out all the heavy framework surrounding
and tearing all the DOORS frames and windows to pieces,
SCATTERING them through tho basement, President Lin
coins funeral pharaphernalia burned No bodies
in the crypt were injured
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
From Memphis.

Msplphts, August 5.-A petition Is being clrou-
lated among the Conservative Republicans asking
the Legislature not TO call out the militia. The
BssLIetia (Republican) favors it.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Remission Of Sentences by Military Commits
si0ns Recommended nv Gen, Grant,

VaslssgtoH, Aug. 5.-Gen.G Grant has recommend
ed the remission of the sentences and release from
imprisonment, of all persons now in confinement
under the sentence of military commissions organ
lied under the reconstruction acts of Congress.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12

GENTLEMAN named snodgrass, a workman on
m Aut building, fell from the walls Of that build
.-- Yesterday, and was very seriously injured. At
,sS lime Of this writing be is not expected 10 re-
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Alabama Legislature.

Montqopsery dug. 4.-The House to-day was oc-
cupied on bill allowing access TO railroad cars and
steamboats,, without regard TO color which was
passed The Senate discussed the bill removing all
political disabilities, but without decided action.
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
Gen sheridan Fined for Assault and Battery.

x.,,,sovvr August 6.--Befora Justice Tbalen
Yesterday in the Of the State vs. Gen Sheridan!
gen Gibbs GeG,. McKeeFeE Lieut. Levy and Corporal
1sss assaultin5 with sabeEs etc., taking postal
envelopes, Initsa States Treasury notes and Poss- 80
rensy che amounto u S2s0e1 Corporal Lpes WHO
Brownlow's Knoxville Whig. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1866-1869, 1868-08-12
SENATE.

NASHVILLE August o Iobc.
Mr.. Nelson presented report from A. j. Fletcher
member of Finance Board. Referred to Finance Com
mittee.
bill entitled in act to preserve the public peace
Referred to Judiciary Committee.
Senate bill TO aid in the Suppression of organizations
appearing parading in masks, in this state passed
second reading referred to the Judiciary Committee