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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Our Financial and CONNER
cial Column,

Every department Of business has sa imme-
date interest in the markets of the country. and
in its financial fluctuations and condition. The
man who fails to keep himself properly ad-
vised as to the rise and fall CT the markets, rs
controlled By the laws of demand and supply
and the relative condition of the currency. is
exposed to constant loss. and must necessarily
fall behind his more intelligent and snterprising
neishbors. In order to make cur paper valuable
as we'll as interesting. we shall make this a
SPECIAL FEATURE. Our Daily Market Reports,
domestic and foreign. by telegraph. and our
City Reports. gotten up at heavy expense. shall
challenge the commentator of our best bust
ness men; while our current Financial Reports
from all the leading money ccnters of tie coun-
try shall be fuller than have ever been pub
lished by any other journal in Tennessee.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

Dunn of Louisiana, the colored
Lieutenant Governor, Gays he was
gratified when Mr.. Sumner gal
lanted him across the floor of The
Senate that the ''white trash" in
the gallery didn't holler "nigger il
the pit at him. He thinks tn,
white race arc improving in de
nencv
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
THk Raaieala of Giles county

The Radicals of Giles county,
have in their county meeting on
the 9th inst, instructed the county
commissioners of that county etc
appoint a proper and proportion
ate number" of negroes on the
grand and traverse juries. These
fellows show an extraordinary re
gard for the negro about the time
their votes are needed
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
STREET SPRINKLING.

OWING TO FALSE REPRESENTATION ms.
" made by certain party, many citizens OF
Nashville are lab0ring under the impression
that have Withdrawn from the Street Sprink-
ling Business. and that the work now being
performed is by this party; also that l was
favored by the party in power. For the intor-
nation of the public generally, would state
that when applied for the use of the hydraDt
water was fatty refused, saying that con-
tract had been given TO another person.
| will simply state that. having received sGt-
feient announcement from the majority Of the
citizens, l intend to sprinkle over the same
grouod as heretofore.
Hoping that the above explanation will show
things in their true light. and soliciting con-
.inuatiOn Of your patronage, l am your Obs-
febl9 If Nv. CARPENTER.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

THE Knoxville Press and Herald
of the 7th inst. says: "The Radical
convention Monday adopted resO
luton favoring Senter for Governor
with the express understanding
that the delegates to the State Con
vention were not to consider them,
selves instructed to vote for him
Call you this endorsing youI
friends?"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Upon the Subject of Agri,
culture,

And kindred topics, We shall also give an az
tensiye variety of valuable and interesting mat
ter-the best adapted to the farming classes Of
our State. which will. in a great measure. snip
ply the place of family agricultural paper.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Our Manufacturing and Do
nestle Interests.

We shall constantly admonish the Southern
people to be self-reliant, and shall do what we
may be able to induce tie establishment o
manufactures in our midst for our home pro-
ducts. To this end We will pay special attention
to the ST and STATISTICS Of manufacturing,
and exert ourselves to encourage the diversif-
cation of Southern industries and the Develop
ment of Southern resources.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
FRIDAY, APRIL .. 1859.

The Smith county Radicals are
anxious to have Judge Andrew
McClain nominated as the candi-
date for Supreme Judge for this di-
vision of the State.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

AFRICA is ahead of US in some re-
meets. Consul Amos Perry says that
female advocates are found IN IunIs,
whose distinct Office is to manage the
cases Of women plaintiffs and defendants
comiug before the highest tribunal in the
land and also to plead the cases oil con-
demned female criminals who are subs
iected to unreasonable suferings IN their
ellis, There are at Tunis three OF these
professional advocates, and all OF them
are able to make effective pleas in court;
How long will it be before we SHAH
have women lawyers, jurors, perhaps
even Judges, as well as women voters IN
this country. -
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
To the Friends Of the Old Union and
American, and others,

We ask the friends...Oi the Old UNION AND
AMERICAN. and all supporters of Constitutional
liberty without regard to past party affiliations.
to aid US in extending our circulation and BUSH
ness. in the warfare we are waging against Radi-
caIism. its eOrruptions and usurpations. Speak
to your neighbOr and get him to take the paper.
at least for the canvass. Address
J. o. GRIFFITH a CO.,
Nashville, Tenn.
Old Union and American Block, corner
Cherry and Church streets RuE7
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

THE NASHVILLE UNION AED DISPATCH and the
NASHVILLE GAZETTE by consolidating the two
papers. propose to make the UNION AND AMKRI-
OANths best and cheapest Journal ever published
in Tennessee. and we ask the united support and
favor ofthe patrons of both the former papers.
in the new enterprise. pledging ourselves that
in every particular our paper will compare IA
vorably with the best in the entire country and
in saying this. We only repeat the expressions Of
many Of our patrons. who are most capable oil
Judging in such matters.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Cedar Street, Nashville.

IN OFFERING MY SERVICES To THE
/ citizens Of Nashville and surrounding cum
try. 1 do so believing there exists q necessity
for some physician TO continue his investiga
lions and practice rs specIaliit in the treat
ment of Chronic and Veneresl Diseases.
The study Of medical speciAlties as exerted
q happy influence upon the progress Of practical
medicine. Ii not only advances medical sci
ence, but enables the practitioner to more sue
ce-sfulIy meet the demands Of suffering hu
manity.
The complaints urged against specialities in
medicine a few years ego, now almost cease to
be heard. No physician can boast tina. he
thoroughly understands all the branches Of
medicine so as to be equally successful as an
Oculist. DermatOlOgizt, AeeOuheeur. GynecelO-
gist. etc.
DR.. Coleman does not wish 10 inform the pab
lie that he has discovered any treatment Of
mind. body or estate that will enable him TO
cause men TO live forever. and leave death idle.
for want Of work. But be does profess to have
given more attention to bis specially, the treat
ment Of all diseases of the Blood and Skin,
Than any regular graduate Of medicine in the
Southern States
Thousands of both sexes can testify to his
Venereal Diseases. All diseases arising from
impurities of the blood, al skin diseases, every
class and shade of female Affections, will re-
ceiye mis- prompt attention.
DIR. COleman has been engaged in the prac
tiee Of medicine for over twenty-five years His
Otiiee is on Cedar street. near DIR. Hendershott's
drug store. where the afflicted may always find
him. Parties may consult him by letter, upon
any matter pertaining to their affections Adj
dress L. L. COLEMAN M d
apo m Nashville. Tenn.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
In the Political Interests of
the People

THE UNION AND AMERICAN will take the Con-
stitutiOn and laws for its guide. adhering to the
teachings Of the founders Of our government. II
will guard with vigilance and frmness the
rights of all the people. urging upon all. modera-
ton. forbearanee and a steady adherence to
and order. thereby enabling the people to
develop the resources and advance all the mate
rial and other interests of our State and com
mon country. Feeling that these are endan'
gered by the revolutionary schemes of the Radi
cal politicians. who now hold the Legislative
power of the government. we shall abate moth
ing Of our past.oppOsitiOn to theirmeasures.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
In Every Thing.

News, Commerce. Finance. Manufactures, Ag-
riculture and miscellaneous topics. together with
political matters. shall be the special object of
attention in the columns of the UNION AND
AMERICAN so as to make it ahead of all other
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

Since the slave trade has been abol-
;shod The tribes in Africa eat their pris
oners as they can not sell them.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Schools and Education,

We will take especial pains to ascertain the
true situation of ALL school and educa-
tional interests. so as to keep our readers fully
posted in regad to those important matters.
Too much consideration cannot be given to the
educational interests of our State.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
TO ADVERTISERS.

TIE UNION AND AMERICAN as an advertising
medium shall not be surpassed by any paper in
the State. In enterprise and energy it shall be
second TO mono.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
BEST FAMILYPAPFR IN TENNESSEE
DAILY. SEMI wEEKY AND WEEKLY

Tri-Weekly and other subscribers. having
prepaid for the UEIOS AND DIsTATcH will be
supplied with either of the other editions Of the
UNION AND AMERICAN at the reduced rates. if
hey will notify US of their choice.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
RUPTURE CURED
BY USING
DIR. FER Il ISS'
p A II E N II
SUPPORTER TRUSS
The most Efficient, Comfortable and
Secure Truss in use, con-
structed upon an entirely
New Principle.

IT is ENTIRELY DIFFERENT IN PRIN
l. eiple and action from any other now in use
and has every desirable advantage, viz
LIST. IL is light, clean and easy; no pressure
on The back; with motion inward and upward.
ID. 1t has no Springs or Iron Bands, thus
avoiding all Injurious Pressure on the Back,
at the same time supporting the Aldo
men and relieving the aperture Of all Undue
Weight.
Sd. The Button is so formed that the pressure
is equal on all the parts of the Hernisl Aper-
ture, without infringing on the Spermatic Cord,
4th- The composition OF which the Button is
made, renders it ImperviouS to Precipitation.
and produces rapid absorption Of the deposits
in the simultaneous cellular tissues, which per-
m1ts the Button to act Immediately upon the
tendinous canal. thus effectually closing the
neck and Obliterating the Hernial Sac by
adhesive Inflammation.
5th. It is as Comfortable. night or day. as a
slsye.
9Th. Il is not complicated. and cannot get
out of order.
This Instrument is confidently recommended
to the public. Knowing that il is superior TO any
now in use. 1t has been tried by sufficient nume
bers to prove its superiority over all others.
both for the Comfort and Cure of the Wearer.
This~Ipstrument is recommended by the
leadiE $SnrgeOns and Physicians throughout
the country for the eertain relief and cure
1t is recommended By patients who have
tried the various Spring Trusses" for years,
without obtaining relief. ssd have been cured
Certificates from we'll known parties in Nash
vile, can be seen at this office.
Ladies will be waited on at their homes
/ als0 manufacture LADIES SUPPORTER
giving Strength and certain relief in weak
back and falling Of the womb.
The Combined CHEST EXPANDER AND
SUSPENDER made to order. Agents wanted
in every county in the State.
All communications should be addressed
with stamp to
w. N p. JONES. General Agent,
Office, No. Union Street,
APT tt Three doors from Market. up stairs.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
IN Annual Sale ~
OF
THOROUGHBRED STOCK |!
MILL TAKE PLACE AT BELLE MEADE.
April 90. ID 60.

Consisting of two year old Colts and Fillies.
sired by Lexington and Brown Dick. Also, "A
Dick. This is a fine opportunity for every one
to make q selection of the most approved and
fashionable stock of the country.
In addition to the above, will offer few
thoroughbred Mares. Attorney Bulls aRd Heif
ers. Berkshire Pigs, Leicester Lambs. etc.
Pedigrees furnished and terms made known
on day of sale. The above sock to be sold to
the highest bidder without reserve.
feb26 ids W. g. HARDING
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09

TTyBE DISTINGUISHED TROTTING Stall
IL lion, IDOL, will stand the present season
at Fair View Stock Farm, three miles from
GaIlatin, near Nashville Pike. at $50 the sea-
son. PAYABLE LIST July, 1869. In case of failure,
the mare will be returned the next season
GRATIS Special attention will be given TO mares
from a distance. Good grass furnished gratis,
and grain fed at FIVE dollars per month.
""" y. L. CHEATHAM,
ronrOtf Supt Fair View Stock Farm
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
DRUGS AND MEDICINES.
COMPREHENSIVE NOTICE.

7 HAVE THIS DAY ASSOCIATED WITH
] me in the Drug business. Mr.. ,. Bowling
HaddOx, late Of Spring Hill. Maury county.
and will continue the business at the old stand.
corner Of College and Union streets, under the
firm name Of D0RTCH & MADDOX.
i would return many thanks to my friends and
the public generally for THAR liberal patronage
heretofore extended to me. and will endeayor
to merit a continuance Of the same to the new
firm.
All persons indebted to me will confer a favor
by coming forward and settling promptly,
Feb. 10. 1863. NAT. +. DORTCH-
NAT. r. DORTCH. J. BOWLING HADDOx.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
Sheet Iron Workers
Steam Fittings and Brass Work.

w ular Boilers of all dimensions. using the
best Tennessee Iron.
All kinds of Sheet Iron work, such as Chin
neys, Oil and Water Tanks, Fire-proOf Doors
and Window shutters. Orders for new work OF
repairs in the city or country promptly at
tended to. Satisfaction guaranteed as to work
manship, and charges as low as in any market.
Throttle Valves, always on hand. Orders re-
spectfully solicited
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-04-09
JACK MALONE

WILL MAKE HIS THIRD SEASON AT
w my Stables.
TERMS-One Hundred Dollars. Con-
ditions same as last year. which. with pedigree
and performances, will appear in his bills,
fab16 3m [Bl W. G. HARDING.
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
NAuaArucx RArLRoAD.

RN and after Monday May 10, 1869. O1 trains will run as follows
 GOING NORTH-LEAyE BRIDGEPORT. 7.3O A. M.--Milk train for Winsted with
 passenger car attached cenec- ting at Waterbury with train
 from Hartford
 Leave Ltchfield II .36. 1O.1S A. M.-For Winsted connecting with the 800 Q. m. train from New sas York and with the 9 50 a. m. saa train from New Haven:
 Leave Itchfeld 12. 49p. m. II .OO A. M.-Freight train for Winsted.
 Leave Litchield 460 p. m. 5.16 A. M-For Winsted, connecting with 800 D. ID. train from New
 York and tho % p. m. train from New Haven, and at Wa
 terbury with train from Hart ford
 keave Litch6eld 8Ol GOING SOUTH-LEAvE TWISTED. 45 A. M x Freight train for Bridgeport. 35 A. M.--Fer bridgeport, New York, and ! New Haven, connecting ut Waterbury with train for Hart ford
 Leave ltchfield 7l2 l45 P. M.-For Bridgeport N Y. ard N. H. connecting at Waterbury with with train for Hartford. Leave Ltchfeld, 2.20 % F. M.--Milk train with passenger car attached, connecting at Bridge port for New Yolk -aa Leave Litchfisld, 45O l On Saturday nights, an additional Train with passenger car, will leave Bridgeport for Winsted at $40 P M.
 | The WOodbury Stage arrives to connect ;,t Seymour with the 6.35 A. M. Train down from Winsted. and returns on the arrival of the 1915 A. M. Train from Bridgeport The Stage from New Hartford, Otis, Coi.- brook, Burlington, Sandisfeld, arrives |. connect with the l. .45 PM. Train down from Winsted, and returns on the arrival ol tn. ! 1915 A. M. Train up from Bridgeport i The Stage for Litchfeld leaves Litchfeld Station on arrival of the 10.l5 AM and 5l6 F. N. Trains from Bridgeport. The Stage fol i Harwinton leaves Ltchtield Station on the arrival of the l0.15 A. N. Train from Bridge port. ta a
 The Watertown stage arrives to connec: with the 8 10 a. m. train from Waterbury and leaves on asrival of the 1915 B. m train from Bridgeport. The stage for Bethlehem and Morris leave, Waterbury on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sat urdays.
 smiths stage for W oodbury, via Middlebuly leaves Waterbury Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friia, S, and via Watertown Saturdays on ar rival of the 10. Is a. m. Train up from Bridge port. ,s-..E .... ] The Stage for Goshen caves Wolcottville ,,n arrival of the 70. .15 A M. Train from Bridge port. t=-3S t.. A Discount of cents made to Passenger purchasing Tickets at the Ofice.
 VI GEO. W. BEACH. Superintendent. Bridgeport, May 10th l869 a--
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
Carpets and Furniture.

n .O'FARRELL, New York City, has open Qw ed his new warerooms with the largest
 assortment and latest Spring styles of Royal Velvets, Brussels. S-ply and Super-Ingrain Carpets to be found in this city Oil-Clsths all widths fancy and checked, Mattings Lace Curtains, Window Shades, Rugs, Mats, &c., &C Over $1, O00, GOO of rarlor. bedroom and Kitch- en furniture, all manufactured under his own supervision, and strictly warranted to the puT-
 chaser. Goods packed and shipped care'ully.
 free of charge. Mymotto is quick sales and
 profits, for cash at the largest warerooms in
 the United States, 4S6 & 4s8 8th avenne, bet. York.
 All the R R. Cars pass in the immediate vi ciEitv. 101E
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
PLEASANT GALE,
SIXTY YEARSi

EHoR over 60 years Dr. S. o. Richardson 6 IF Sherry Wine Bltters have been used by the public to correct morbid and inactive func- tions of the human system. It promotes healthy gastric secretions corrects Liver de- rangement. relieves costiveness and Rheumat- ic affections, cures Jaundtce, Loss of appetite, Kidney Complaints, Weak Back, Dizziness, Languor, Dyspepsia. and it's attendant aymp- toms. Its valuable tonic and strengthening properties will invigorate the convalescsnt, cleanse the blood from humors, and will afford comfort and relief to the aged by stimulating the constitution to resist it's impending in- firmities Thousands of the venelable popula- ton of New England are sustained inA health, their life prolonged to enjoy vigorous and hap py old age by the use of Dr. Richardson' g Sherry Wine Bitters.
 The herbs can be obtained separately. and may be prepared in small quantities. in water or with wine or spirit. Price 50 cents per package.
 Office, 8 Fremont Row, Boston, and sold by Druggists and Apothecaries. a1Css.j 5 sm
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
American and FOresgD Patents
 8aaf R. H. EDDY.

.5eai- R. H. EDDY,
 SOLICITOR OF PATIENTS Late Agent of the U. 5. Patent Office, Wash ington, under the Act oi 1887.
 No.78 STATE STREET, Opposite Kilby St. )BOsTos q TIER an extensive practice of upwards O LA twenty yeals, coatines to secure Patents in the United States; also in Great Britain France and other foreign countries. Caveats Specifications, Bonds, Assignments, and all pa pers or drawings for Patents, executed on req sonable terms, with dispatch. Researches made into American and Foreign works, to. deter mine the validity and utility of Patents of In ventions. and legal and other advice ren dered in all matters touching the same. Copies o the clans of any patent furnished by remit. ting one dollar. Assignments recorded in Washington. aa
 No Agency in the United States possesses superior facslies for obtaininS Patents, or GsceTtGining t patentabilay of inoentsons.
 During eight months the subscriber, in the course of his large practice, made on tso5ce re- jected applications, SIXTEEN APPEALS; eUery one of which was decided in his favor by the Com missioner of Patents. s4 .oa.f ..-5. TESTIMONIALS.
 "I regard MT. Eddy as one of the most capG- ble cnd suecessfsl practitioners with whom have had aficfal intercourse. CHAS. MASON," s...a.sa Commissioner of Patents.
 "I have no hesitation in assaring inventors that they cannot employ man more competent and trsstvorthy, and more capable of putting their applications in a form to secure for them an early and favorable consideration at the Patent office. EDMUND BURKE"
 Late Commissioner of Patents.
 Mr.R. H. Eddy has made for me THIR- TEEN applications, in all, but ONE of which patents have been granted, and that one is nosO pendtng. Such unmistakable proof of great tai mend allinventors to apply to him to procure their patents, as they may be sure of having the most faithful attention bestowed on their cases, and at very reasonable charges. s sa.aget fas s JOHN TAGHAR1.'
 Boston. Jan. l :l869 39-lv
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
WATERFOWL ACADEMY.

Tn HE Committee for procuring teacher for II the Watertown Academy, have engaged Mir. Charles Barton of the graduating class of Trinity College, who will commence in stIucting about the middle of July .ga His tes timonials are of the highest order, and from his capacity and experience as tfacher, we believe he will establish school of the best class, and ask all interested and desirous of promoting the best interests of the public. to favor the enterprise. g1 ssss 1T FsssiiTsf
 COMMITTEE: zs4s e.. sssss
 Rev. W.H.LEwIs, DID,, Watertown, < ~s
 Hon. W. E. CURTIs, & v
 GEORGE F. MRRRIMAN, &F
 s. A. MERwIN,
 CHARLES A. WARREN. {" 3m3
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15

NEW Spring Goods
 NOW OPENING AT
 A. s. WRIGHT & CO.'S CHEAP CASH sTORE!!
 CONSISTING OF
 D IF f c co DS. READEAADEc CLOTHING. 5 A r GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.
 CROCKERY. WOODEN WARE, GROCERIES. FLOUR.
 MEAL. FEED, Sc, Sc Which we vii sell a low Prices for cash or
 m produce.
 Direct From the Mills BEST ST. LOUIS FLOUR.
 BEST MICHIGAN FLOUR, BEST WISCONSIN FLOUR, 99E . ESTgOHIO -FOUR. at A. S. WRIGHT cos LK.NE. LME! By the bbl. or lb at A. $. WRIGHT $ GO $.
 Large No. Mackerel. ! Iu Bbi's and Kits, at \ $. WRlGit &;GO.'S ~ANTED @a Batter. Eggs & Cheese at A. S. WEi,itir &to's IS 60. ds delivered Ut any an l all times qi the day free oi charge ..Ao ..... ...'A .'
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
THE TROTTING STALLION,

SHRED by Ashland, dam by Emigrant, Jr., - he by imported Emigrant, g dam by Sir Henry, trotter. The subscriber having a strong desire to improve the horses of Litch- field County and vicinity, has concluded to let the above stallion stand for a limited number of GOOD mares at a price within the reach of all. Viz: S25 to insure a a934t @aA
 G G. HITCHCOCK
 New Preston. Mey 1st, 1869. 2mo
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15

$24,QQo,of AirIine Railroad bonds were cilsred tor sale, Monday. They brought .
Litchfield enquirer., 1869-07-15
CHAPTER VI. An Act raIafin0 to Taxas

E. An Act roIatIng to Taxes.
 Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Repre- @ sentatises in General Assembly convened: % All persons who have served in the army or navy of the United States in the late rebellion not less than one year, and have been honorably discharg- ed therefrom; and all who have been discharged on account of wounds or sickness incurred in ser- vice and in the line of duty; and all who have been discharged on account of expiration of term of service. shall be exempt from poll and military communication tax. g5 G#
 = Approved, June g, 1869.