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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

A fair audience paid deserved tribute
to Miss Anna Morris last night, on the oc-
clsion Of her benefit In her representa-
ton Of Juliet" che interpreted the ever
living Shakespeare with wonderful power
sad accuracy. Scarcely a scene passed
without enthusiastic applause, and all that
was given was we'll deserved. At the close
she vas called before the curtain, and
gracefully obeyed. She was not 80 well
sustained as on previous occasions, bat the
performance went of very satisfactorily.
The manager@s, Mrs. Annie Soanlan,
appeared in the after-piece OF Jenny
Lind"-the first time in five years before
a Nashville audience-and was received
with a very warm greeting.
This afternoon a matinee will be given
for the convenience Of ladies and children,
when Miss Morris will appear as
Pauline" in the "Lady Of Lyons" and
tonight will represent Camille" in
which she will rival the greatest of living
artistea
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
More Immigration.

We are glad to learn that Mr.. J. B.
Jeup, the able editor of the Cincinnati
HolkJreund, who is here on a visit of OBJ
servation, has just made purchase of
1000 acres of land in White county, upon
which he expects TO settle number of
German families during the course of the
year. This is not far from the colony re-
Gently settled by Capt. Plumacher, of Swift
zerland, who has recently arrived from the
Vaterland with some fifty Swiss families.
At this rate we shall soon hear the sound
of the Alphorn and the Kuhreige from the
top of Sewanee.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
Rrlrnali onern rrounn.

AtEs AOAA O1pNAA AAteehPo'e
The audience which assembled at Ma
sonic Temple last night was large and fash
iOnable. and amongst the number present
We noticed many OF our leading mus'cai
amateurs.
The programme opened with the ARA,
Rarbierre. @Isreoa al faclolum" from Roesioi
by Sig. A. Petrilli. He is baritone Oh
gre., power and has wonderful command
Of voice, receiving, as he deserved, eh'hu-
siaslic applause.
Mile. Durand made her first appearances
IN an Aria, Traviata, Ali force e'lul,"
from Verdi, which she sarg sweeIly. She
is not only charming singer, but has
beautiful face, and prepcssessing in APP
pearance, and ct representative Of the
beauties Of her own native city Of Charles
ton.
A duo from Rossini by Signori Petrilli
and Sarti, came next, and was loudly ap-
plauded.
Brignoli, the great lyric tenor, then made
his appearance, and was received enthu-
siasticaily. ala mia leiiyi&' from Verdi
was rendered just as might have been ex-
pected from one whose reputation extends
from one portion of the country to The
other.
Next on the programme was The deoi
Iucia "Lsneuia mel pianto" from DOM
za,ti Inv Mile Durand and Sig. Petriili
The sopraao of the former and the BARI
tome Of the latter blended most beautifully
and was highly appreciated by the entir'
audience.
Part first closed with Teizetto, I'D
Paudolfelti, medico," from Ricci, by Sig
Pelriili, Sarti and Locatelli, which wa
very fine.
The second part opened with Duet
"a night in Venice" by Mile Durand sn'
Brignoli, which was really grand, and no
to be txcelled by the best opera singers
the day.
Signor Petrilli came next in an Arla
Trovatore al balen," from Verdi, whicI
could not have been excelled. He wa
loudly encored, and re-appearing. sang tha
sweet song, ''Non e yer"-'Tis not true.
Then duo from DOnizetti, by M'ii
Dnrand and Sig. Sarli, which was encoreC
The Romanza, Martha, "Mapparl
from Flotow, sung by Brignoli, was
/ master piece, aud being favorite piec'
was highly appreciated. The singer cor
cluded amidst great applause, which cor
tihued until he made his appearance agar
when he favored the audience with hi
celebrated song "GoOd.by, Sweetheart,
which created perfect sensation.
The Echo Song of Mile Durand was nc
as good as we have heard.
The grand fuali was from Dcnizett
"Chi mi frena," arranged for four voice
and we have never heard piece 60
better, There was beautiful melody
every part, and the voices blended mo-
harmoniously. Supported by BrignOl
Petrilli, and Sarti, Mile Durand had fu
confidence in her poweRs, and eclipsed he
former efforts. ..
The concert altogether was grand sH
cess. Tonight the "Blrber of Seville
will be presented, and we expect TO 81
equally as large an audience as attende
last evening.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
EDGEFIELD.
A serious Charge against Negro
Preacher.

A serious Charge Against u Negro
Preacher.
Some days sgo, it will be remembered
that DIR. James Aikens, negro preacher
and practitioner of medicine in Edge6eld
was arrested upoH the charge offraudulent
breach of trust. Upon his trial the breth-
rem and sisters of the church testified TO
his good moral character, and he was dis
charged. Yesterday, however, charge of
more serious character was brought
against him. A negro girl named Amanda
Chadwell appeared before Esq Brien, and
made oath that the said Aikens was the
father of her Legitimate child. A war
rant was thereupon issued for his arrest
and he will probably have trial to day.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
A Kindness gindIy Remernbe.e d.

Sometime ago Jealous Fenian named
John Diamond, captured in Canada, was
incsrcerated in British jail. A humanely
disposed magistrate in Nashville, who
knew his situation and sympathised with
his misfortnnes, interested himself in be-
half of the imprisoned Diamond, got up a
petition to she British authorities for his
release, and finally succeeded in the &C.
complishment of that purpose. The re-
leased prisoner is a moulder by trade, and
a skilifnl mechanic, and as a recognition
of the kindness by which his personal
liberty was ;reatsred, yesterday sent to the
Office of themagistrate who had befriended
him, w. A, Mathews, Esq, a unique and
ingeniOusly, wrought specimen of iron
moulding-.a paper-weight in the shape Of
frog. The Squire has not yet been able
to find pearl in the head of his pet frog,
bat still highly appreciates it as the gift Of
a worthy and patriotic man.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

4O,OOO LOUISIANA %, leVee Dus''sss''.'.-'OOi
The Jackson Misc Clarion, noticing
the speculations OF Northern papers in re
gard to the coming cotton crop, says:
at will be observed that spectators, or
writer's in their interest, have commenced
the old game of predicting large increase
in the supply of the staple. We are told
that the price is stimulating production,
and that e considerable addition will be
made to the acreage heretofore (since
the war; employed in its culture. Con-
sequently, wiseacres are already pre-
dieting that the next crop will reach
100000 bales probably $780, 900
This originates solely in the imagina-
tions of the writers. The breadth Of
land devoted to cotton this season will not
exceed that ofaast year. We are certain
that it will not equal it. II is the experie-
ence Of almost every planter that fewer la
borers are engaged in its production than
were thus employed last year. The re-
munerative prices of cotton last season,
left a large number of freedmen with
means at its close to "set up" for them
selves after a fashion. This they have
done, with insufficient teams and tools, and
under circumstances generally not fsvors-
bic to large crops of cotton which, more
over, they are not ambitious to
raise. Besides, since 1866, the crop pros
poets at this period of the season, have not
been so unfavorable as at the present
season, in the section whence the supply
is mainly drawn. The excessive rains
have damaged them immensely. When
they commenced falling, two weeks ago,
in consequence of the previous inclement
weather, many planters had not put their
seed in the ground. And in the instances
where they had come up, the young plant
has been killed or washed away by the
flood. Consequently it may be said, that
now in the early part of May, the time when
ordinarily cotton receives its first work
ing, ii has yet to be planted. Owing to
the wet weather two weeks of the most
valuable time to planters have been en-
iirely lost The crop has been thrown
back at least three weeks. And every
body knows hoE important time is in
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
OF 20 Atlanta. .


We are grstifed to hear thai our friends
in Atlanta are to enjoy during the coming
week delightful treat from some of our
Nashville stars in song| The most praise
worthy object of these disinlerested citizi
zens of Nashville, enhances the pleasure Of
their exquisite entertainment, since the
proceeds Of the concert are to be appropri-
ated to the use Of the building committee,
in the completion of an elegant church
edi6ce in our sister city.
The party, numbering some twenty per-
sons, under the direction of Mr.. f. DIR
man, will leave here on the 18th, and will
give their first concert in Davis Hall, an
Tuesday evening, probably,
Mrs. c, the amateur Prims Donna Of
the Rock City, will move the hearts of all,
and give wings to many bouquet stage
ward. If there is iner singer than our
little friend, Mrs. c., in these States, or in
any other, We would go through storm TO
hear her. The repercussion of sound will
seem to the sense as an echo fcom distant
hill, in the sweetest possible note7,
and which doubtless shall return
to us in reverberations of praise
from the refined and sppreciative jewellers
at the Gate City. Mrs. N. the renowned
Contralto; Miss II. 20 youthful proficient !;
the Misses s., whose sllvery notes have 80
often soothed our hearts; and Miss D.,
fsvorite among Nashville Piauisle1, will
grace the party.
Among the "lesser lords of creation"
will be seen our friend, Mr.. r D0rman-
pTimus inter pares whose life has been de-
voted to mnsiG, and who both lives and
trades in song. Also, in the front ranks,
will be found our basso profundo, Messrs.
Papendick and Blatherwick, the humor-
Gus Campbell, the charming tenore, Doyle,
and a number Of eihers, each a host in
himself.
" hat is more encouraging TO orr sor
row laden hearts, than such exhibitions OF
fraternity, friendship and charity?
Let not our beloved South hang her
harps upon the willows Of despair; but let
those who can, sing for us, that in sorrow
we may rejoice, and in suffering, grow
lrissT and DtsTrT
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
rHnndsqnne Improyement.

The residence Of James Davis, on North
Cherry street, is now receiving the inish-
ing touch. 1t is one of the handsomesl
improvements put up in the city the pres
ent year. The design is modern, and 10
every part Of the building, convenience ii
consulted. Every room is supplied will
water, and there is an apparatus which
heats the entire house. A large cooking
range will be put up in the kitchen to-day
by a gentleman who comes from Louis
willie for that purpose.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

saving lie crop from the ravages of the
insect. To niske matters worse, there is q
great scarcity of seed in the country; and
many planters who hsye lost their stands
will mad il difficult TO obtain another sup
ply. From this data it will be seen how
stupidity absurd and unreasonable is the
prediction that the next crop. will exceed
The production Of last year. The present
prospects compel the belief that it will be
vastly himiniahadn
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
CONFIRMATION.

A confirmation of fvegirls and one boy
will take place, Sunday, 10Th inst Feast
ofLaw-giving) on North Market street, at
the Reform Synagogue douglas HalD at
a quarter TO 10 o'clock, A. M, precisely.
The principles of the Jewish religion will
be expounded, and addresses delivered by
the minister and the confrmanfs-sll in
English. All Israelites as we'll IS Gentiles
are cordially invited 10 attend.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
Nashville Produce Market.

HAY.-Market hrm at SZ5 per Ton.
WOoL-Is beginning to come in freely,
and is purchased by dealers at 15920c for
bury; unwashed without burs 25@26c;
washed without burs 35@37.
FEATHERS from 6S@70c.
EGGs-Are little stiff. We heard of
sales to-day at 13@lic.
BUTTER.-Sales from wagon by the
quantity at 25c per Id.
GINsENG-Is beginning to come in and
commands zoe. The article is in demand,
and will be readily purchased by dealers
at these figures.
BEEsWAx.-In demand at 33034.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

There is more activity in the higher
grades, which are scarce and firm, while
inferior qualities are selling to moderate
extent at previous prices. We quote or
binary at 23f@24c, good ordinary at
24492A3c, low middling at 254@26e, and
middliDg at 27a@273c per pound.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
a Hnnhsnme Present.

P. j. Sexton, the builder of Howard
Chapel in West Nashville, was yesterday
presented with handsome silver service,
consisting of pitcher and goblets, by the
trustees of Fisk University. Sexton will
no doubt postpone the christening of his
new set until the officiating clergyman is
called in.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

90 yesterday man named j. c. Hart
swore out warrant before Esq Mathews
against Jacob S. Cook, charging him with
keeping a restaurant without license. The
defendant produced his license, and was
discharged, when in retaliation he pro-
cured warrant for the arrest of Hart on
the charge of perjury. He will have a
trial to-day.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
Auction on Granny White Pike
or
nEnau0 uaEnrovx. U0-z

an THURSDAY. MAY 20. 1863. AT II
" O'Clock, An, We will sell on the premises.
a large number of lots Just beyond the eOrpO-
ration limits, convenient to Spruce Street rail
road, on one Of the most beautiful elevations
in the suburbs Of Nashville. and afOrdlng
charming yisWs of the city and enviTons; also,
extending out 20 the vicinity Of W. l.. Law
rence's residence. Prices to suit everybody.
We are determined 10 sell
TERMS ORe-third cash. balance in one and
two years.
Free omoibuses leave our ofies for the sale
at 10 o'clock A.
ANDERSON. JOHNSON 4 SMITH.
mayl4 lE to incl is Agents
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

We are requested TO announce that, on
account of the inclemency of the weather,
the picnic Of the First C. p Sabbath
school, appointed for to day, has been
postponed till some future day, Of which
dee notice will be given. Cheer mp, lille
fiiends, you will not have 10 wait long, We
hope, for the joyful day of glee and play.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

All delegates holding certificates to the
Commercial Convention at Memphis on
the 18th inst, will be passed from Nash
vile to Memphis and return free, and al
visitors will be carried the round trip for
fare one way over the Nashville and
Northwestern and Memphis and Louisville
RAILROADS.. Tickets good from the 10Th to
the 30th of Nav.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

FLoUR.-Thers is no improvement in
the market, and prices remain stationary.
We quote supers to family $6@1O; fancy
S1@I2.
CORN MEAL.-Shipments to-day of 800
bushels. We quote loose unbolted at 75c
per bushel; city kiln dried So so.
CoRE.-Sales to-day of APO bushels loose
at Csc, and 1900 sacked and delivered in
depot al SOC.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
Died from Starvation And Neglect.

MrE. Mcconnell, wife of Robt. McCon-
mel, died 10 this place on the 9th inst, for
want Of food and proper attention. The
family lived in squallid poverty, no one
to visit or conntenance them. Just before
her death a physician was called, who
after examining the patient was satisfied
as to the cause of her illness, and ordered
such nourishment as might afford relief.
But it was too late. She died in few
hours.-ShelbyvilIe Republican.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
Unlawful Gaming.

Five negroes, named respectively John
Rains, Sam Pillow, Phoenix Rains, Ches-
teriield Tyler and Thomas Harlin, were
arraigned before the Police Commissioner
yesterday upon the charge of unlawful
gaming. Small fines we're imposed upon
each
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

Gold made steady advance yesterday
The following are the New York quota
tions: Opened at 1885; was 1884 at 1915;
1884 at ll:30; 1881 at noon; 1881 at las
and closed at 139 at P. NJ. There is
very little doing here 10 gold. What little
is offered is taken at l3S, while dealers
are willing TO sell at the New York rate.
New York exchange is taken by the
banks at par, and sold by them at
premium
Government bonds have made a still
further advance. There are but few buy
ers here, as they are generally considered
too high. The dealers buy at &c under
the New York rate and hold at &c advance
The following are the New York quota
lions at noon yesterday:
e. Il IOnT
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

An individual was arrested yesterday ,
who was actually so drunk that he thought
he was in Cincinnati, and wanted to be
taken to West 8th street, aud afterwards
to the Bnrnet House. Instead of putting
up at the Burnet, he was conducted to the
hotel ON the banks of The Cumberland,
kent nv Fiapler
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
HaPan's Magnolia Rain.

Gle is the True Secret of Beauty. 1t is what
Fashionable Ladies. Actresses and Opera Sing
ers use to produce that cultivated distingUe APP
pearance so much admired in the Circles Of
Fashion.
1t removes all Unsightly Blotches. Rsdness,
Freckles, Tan, SuDburn and Effects of Spring
Winds, and gives to the Complexion Bloom
iug Purity Of transparent delicaey and power.
No Lady who values ino Complexion can do
without the Magnolia Balm. IS cents will buy
it of any of our respectable dealers.
Lyons Kathairon is a very delightful Hair
Dressing. mayll I'm
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

Owing to the gloomy and unreasonable
weather of the past few days the picnic
Of the Sabbath school scholars of st. An
mes church Eigtfield, announced for to-
day has been postnOned.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

London advices of yesterday quoted
United States 6ve.twenties at 7SB.
Tennessee bonds are without change, the
old being quoted at 6Sl and the new at
651.
Nashville corporation checks are ex-
-tremely dull. Brokers are offering to buy
at zoe and to sell at 75c.
The sales of Southern State bonds at the
New York Stock Exchange, on the llth
inst, We're as follows:
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

The following licences were issued TO
the week ending yesterday, May lS.
Thos. johnson and Margaret Dungey.
John c. HAZEL and Martha: A. Fer
guson.
t. B. Dallas and Ella A. Douglass.
Calvin Mathis and Julia Narley.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
The Negro Lawyer an Trouble.

". H. Morse, the negro lawyer, was ar
rested yesterday upon the charge of COM
pounding felony contrary to section
47S7 of the code. He will have trial be-
fore Esquire Matthews to-day at tive
O1rinck u NJ
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

The steamboat excursion and basket
picnic of the Unioa M. E. C. Sunday
school, advertised for to-day, has been, on
account of the weather, postponed one week,
and will be on the 22d. Tickets will hold
GOOD. Circulate the news.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

Citizens generally will join US in the
reasonable demand for something like a
suficieacy Of green peas at cheaper rates
than dollar peck-lhe price asked for
the poorly filled pods lately introduced
into our market. Let US have peas, but
not at that price, if you please.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
The Excursion to Portland.

The excursion announced by the Sun
day School of the Union Methodist Church,
to take place to day, has been postponed
for ore week. Toe tickets already sold
will, of course, be good on the steamer
Pink Varble-the excursion steamer.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15
NOrTTCE

TO WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN
A STATIONARY TWO FLUE BOILER
n and Engine for sale to pay repairs and ex-
penses Ieft with the undersigned for repairs In
the fall of 1851. by Z. B. Summers. who did re
side in Rutherford or Cannon county. Tenn 10
said charges are not paid on or before the lOth
Of june next. the same will be sold at public
RuetiOn, for cash. to tho highest bidder. at l.
O'Clock on that day. Boiler in good repair
engine complete except main shalt and hy-
wheel.
WOOD 4 SIMPSON. Boiler Makers.
Corner Front and Brad strs
mav7 sod Nashville. Tenn.
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RIVER AND WEATHER.
ARRIVED:
TAIISM 4 N.--.-.-.--.. ......CaIro.
kllM EO husflllt-
DEPARTED
ROMEO. .........-.....-.-.-.--.E Evansville.
LEAVING THIS DAY.
FANNY BRANDEIS.-Evansv II N.
TALISMAN.. ................CairO, Pm.

The river was declining very slowly yes
terdsy, with 81 feet on Hsrpeth Shoals
Weather cool and cloudy. Thermometer
go, with strong wind from the west.
The Talisman brough. up fifty barrels
whisky and lot of lumber.
The Romeo had a cargo of corn up, and
departed light.
The excursion for to-day has been post
poned. and the Pink Varble will cOnse.
anently not leave her moOriDgs-
BULLY FOR CLARKsVILLE.-On her trap
up, the Tslisman put off at GAINESVILLE
fonr hhds tobacco from Linton, seven from
Canton, two from Eddyville, and twenty
nine from Paducah. Tobacco going from
Paducah to Clarksville Is a feather in the
CAP of the latter place. Vive Ia ClaIka-
Vile.
The Romeo is the regular packet for
Evansville to day at IL NJ, Capt. Henry
Miller commanding. Cd.
The Talisman clears for Cairo this even
ing at the regular packet hour. She is in
charge of che experienced boalmAn Capt
VIM. Strong, with the accomplished W. s
Bowman in the Office.
The Robert Moore passed Louisville yes
terday this way bound, 80 says Dispatch
from DR.. Bradley to Capt. PEBBLES.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

The delegates from this city to the Mem
phis Commercial Convention are requested
to meet at the office fthe Commercial In
surance Company, No SO North College
street, this morning at 81 o'clock, to make
arrangements for the Trim.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

warrant was yesterday Issued by Es-
quire Brien for the arrest of negro
named VIM. Thompson upon the charge
of bastardy. The complaint was lodged
by Milly Hamilton, the mother of the
child
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

We are authorized and requested to an
nounce Hon. J. o. Shackelford as a can
didate for Judge of the Supreme Court Of
Tennessee, at the election to take place
7th of Nav, 1869. mar6td
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

The receipts to-day OF bacon were not a.
liberal, and the market quiet. We quote
BACoN-Clear sides lie; shoulders 1Sie;
country hams scarce and in demand, 16@
l64c.
CHOICE HAMs.-Hart q Hensley's @. G,
C. hams canvassed, 194c.
LARD-In tierces 19c; kegs and cans
2O4c.
DRIED BEES. C., 1S4@192c.
BEEF ToNGUEs-Per dozen, Sc.
MISS PoRK-S31 so per barrel.
CoRNED BEEF-Per half-barrel, $l2.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-05-15

A man named Michael Mcdonald, was
found asleep in the markethouse, and ar
rsigned before the Police Commissioners
yesterday morning, and required to pay a
fine Of $40 and costs.