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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
HOMICIDE.
A Man Dies from a nlow ON the Head.
AequIs.al of the Defendant.

Last Tuesday an alteration ensued be-
tween two men named VIM. Kyber and
Wiley Hutchcraft, at the lower wharf on
Front street. The circumstances are as
follows:
Hutchcraft was employed by Kyber, and
was engaged in hauling wood. They met
about dusk at the place above mentioned,
and Hutchcrsft, being intoxicated, said TO
kyber that he could not drive a wagon
and told him 10 get of. The lie was given
during the difficulty, and Hntchcrait'
drawing from his pocket long knife,
rushed towards Kyber with the knife in
his hand. Kyber pushed him away and
told him he did not want to have any diff
fculty VITA him, but Hutchcraft, deter
mined upon a disturbance, made at him
sgain, when Kyber snatched a billet OF
wood from the top of his wagon and struck
his assailant on the head, and then walked
away. Hutchcraft was taken home, and
after few days suffering died, yesterday.
He was struck just over both eyes, causing
an abrasion of the skin. The injury that
resulted was caused by the blow upon the
brow Of his left eye.
Kyber was arrested yesterday and taken
before Commissioner Stone where pre-.
liminary examination was held. The evil
dence being sufficient to show that the de-
ceased was struck in self-defense, Commits
siOner Stone released Kyber.
The Coroner held an Inquest upon the
deceased and the jury rendered a verdict
that it was justifable homicide.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Distinguished Arrival,

Hon" Jeems Mullins arrived 10 this
city yesterday, and probably left for his
home in Rutherford county. His constit-
uents will, no doubt, be happy to see him.
On his arrival at the depot in Murfrees-
bOro, he was probably met by a large pro-
cession and brass band, and banners on
which we're inscribed, "You are the live
liest spot in memory's waste, the shadow
of a great rock in the desert, the Rose Ct
Sharon and the Lily of the Valley" "You
have been faithful Representative" and
"as the cedar is among the trees of Leba-
non, so art thou among men," but we
can't let you go back to Congress again.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
New Advertisements.

w. II. Crutcher has opened the Planter s
Hotel, No. SO North Summer street, where
the travelling public will find everything
comfortable, paIatable and home-like.
Blood stock breeders will be attracted
by the announcement of "Jack Malone"
the best horse in the South, and of his
age in America. His third season at Gen.
Harding's stable.
Return the porte-mOnnaie you found to
this Office.
Remember the sale of drygoods, etc,
this morning by YeatmaD, Shields & Co.
Carpenters will observe the proposals
offered by the Fair Ground Committee for
the improvement of the grounds.
The Pale Faces meet this evening 10 at
tend the funeral of a deceased brother.
Regular auction sale to-day by Crunk,
Dodson & Co.
A variety sale this morning b. Doliu &
Spitz, auctioneers.
See administrators notice of Thos. ].
Halle.
Those interested in the Planters and
Mechanics Bank Of South Carolina, will
find an important notice in our advertising
columns.
See bankrupt notices.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
FROM +, a. COLLINS, ESQ
OF Milan. Tenn.

vi EeIlhs
Messrs RigIe, Manier C Hal, Nashville,
Tenn:
GENTLEMEN: DIR. LIGHTHILL expects TO
visit your city soon, and for the benefit of
the suffering | wish 10 say, through you,
to your very extensive acquaintance in
this and other Southern States that DIR.
Lighthill can do all for the suffering that
can be afforded bv skill. science and a
comprehensive experience.
Indeed, DIR. LlghthilI performs some
almost miraculous cures. One case for in
stance. placed under his treatment, over
two years since, my niece, Miss Eliza
Mitchum, of McLemoresviIle, Tenn. She
had been suffering from child with =
rising in the head, which had for years
emitted through the ear very ugly and
offensive corruption. Her case had been
treated by the beat physicians Of the coun-
try and had bafled the skill all. DR..
Lighthill kept her under his immediate
charge Tor ten days and then sent her home
with remedies. She used the remedies as
directed and in three months was entirely
well and still continues in excellent health
1t may be proper TO state that when Miss
Mitchum went under DR.. Lighthill's treat
ment she was unable to walk and, as her
friends thought, wss rapidly approaching
death.
If you have any friends among your ex-
tensive acquaintance suffering with any
chronic disease you may safely recommend
them TO DR.. Lghthill.
Yours, very respectfully,
E. A COTIIEs.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
FATAL AFFRAY.
Policeman at Murfreesb9rO Kills
Man Under Arrest.

n EOnSelnaB AT murircesD9rO AhAs -
Man Under Arrest.
Ia Murfreesboro, last Saturday evening"
a man named Silas Dunn was shot and
instantly killed by Robert January, 8 po-
liceman of that place. The circumstances
of the affair, as we hear them, are about as
follows: Robert Jettop, Chief of Police,
had arrested Dunn and Burnett, who were
drunk and boisterous, and was conveying
them to trial. Dunn had, when arrested
gun, and Burnett a pistol, which were
not at the time taken away from them.
While the officer with his prisoners was
passing along the street, Burnett
attempted to draw his pistol. The act was
observed by policeman January, who,
thinking bis intention was to shoot the off.
Ger in charge, seized his arm and by a
strong effort wrested the deadly weapon
from his grasp. This seemed to exasper-
ate Dunn who attempted TO level his gun
at January, but the weapon was prema
turely discharged, resulting in no injury.
The policeman then cred at Dunn one shot
from the pistol which he had taken frem
Burnett, the ball taking effect in the heart
of Dunn and causing his almost instant
death. A legal investigation OF the affair
took place yesterday, but with what result
We have not neard.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Accident

A little boy named Aleck Graves, son
Of Alonzo Grsyes, was badly hurt yester-
day evening by the discharge Of pistol
cartridge. A lad named Parr and young
Graves were playing together, when the
former threw the cartridge against the wall,
causing it to explode, the ball rebounding,
and striking Graves in the head, making
an ugly wound. Such things are danger
GUS to play with, and youngsters should be
cautious in handling them.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Declines Turf HOnOrs

Gen. Forrest has written letter 10 the
Memphis Araianche, in which he states
that he declines to serve in the capacity Of
one Of the Directors and Vict-Presidents
OF the Memphis Association Course, to
which he had been elected. 10 the con-
clusion Of his letter he says: 81 have given
away the stock which | formerly held in
the association, and for the future do not
propose to take any active part in matters
belonging 10 the turf
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

LJa'an aisioes Of yesterday quot
Uniied States 3 2Gs at 7S5.
EZchlnse on New York was taken by
.hheibauks Yesterday At ! discount and sold
by them at par
United States bonds are much higher,
but they are in little demand here. Dealers
buy } under The Nsg YorF r,te and sell at
J advance
Tennessee boads were quoted IN New
Iork ycst,5!,v At G-5 f.r the old aud G7
for The new
Nashville corporation check are un-
changed and are held at soc.
Thesalss Of Southern State honds at the
New IorE Stock Exchange on the 11th
ia-.. wee 90 f1Il5wz:
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
DUSKY DIAMONDS.
The Poplar Mountain Coal Company
Receives a Big shipment

-
Receives a Big shipment
The Poplar Mountain Coal Company, OF
which Messrs. Calender & Garrett at their
Office in the Maxwell House are agents
here, seem determined to keep an undi-
Elinished supply Of their excellent coal in
this market, in this way contributing their
part toward keeping the price of that
prime necessity within the bounds of mod
Grafton. They received by the /. N. Phillips,
which arrived here at 8 o'clock yesterday
afternoon, seven barges laden with black
diamonds from their inexhaustable mines,
which they will at once begin distributing
among those Of our citizens, who in proper
form intimate desire TO have samples OF
the same. The quantity is immense and
the quality excellent - both important
points to consumers at this season. The
Poplar Mountain Company exhibit COM
mendable enterprise in getting their coal
to the Nashville market, sometimes having
to overcome serious obstacles in doing so.
Their present shipment came down over a
stage of water far below what is termed "a
coal boat rise" there being but eight feet
water on Harpeth Shoals.
Orders left at the Office Of Calender &
Garrett win be promptly and satisfactorily
filed.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
ANUNwORrHY REPREsENTAy,yE

We are creditably informed that soon
after c. II. Princes admission to a seat
in the United States House of Represen>
tatiVes, from this District, he drew pay
and mileage for the whole term-about
five thousand dollars. With this snug
little sum in his pocket, upon the adjourn~
ment of Congress for the holidays he
betOok himselfto his home in Skowhegan,
Maine-since which he has not been seen
in these parts Prior to leaving Wash>
ington, and anticipating that an election
would be held for Representatives to the
Forty first Congress, he wrote to one of his
colOred friends in this city soliciting that
he would canvass the District for him
prince and promising, if reelected, to
secure for his cOlored friend a good and
paying position. There was no election,
and Princes cOlOred friend mOarns the
loss Of the fat position promised him.
augusta Ga Press.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

The seventh in the Robertson Association
course of lectures takes place tonight at
at the Masonic Hall, at haIfpsst seven
o'clock. The lecturer for to night is, John
Happy. Subject: "The Press" We, in
common with our citizens generally, hail
with pleasure the appearance Of our &C
complished coGfrere in the character of a
lecturer, His subject is we'll chosen, and
we predict for him large audience. We
are assured it will be a delighted one.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

The grand Jury have found true bill
against John W. Walker, charged with
intent tc kill.
II will be remembered that Walker was
implicated in the shooting sfiray between
some regulars and militia a few nights
since, on North College street, and which
resulted in the killing Of one of The Reg
ulars.
His case has been set for hearing in the
Criminal Court next Monday.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
MiIl He Rcsienp

Will Arnell still occupy his seat in
Congress after the exposure made of hi.
completely with the school fund pecula
ton asked one man of another yesier-
day.
OF couIse he will, said the other gen
tleman. TO prove him guilty Of stealing
the sacred fuud has no more effect on him
than John Bulls yermifuge would have on
a craven IMAGE
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

| hHEAT-lhe market was dull anC
dropping. Millers are mostly all out snC
no shipping demand. The sales Of the day
were mostly on private terms, supposed Il
be at lowest rates. We, however, report
our last quotations as follows: 81 Goa
65 for Mediterranean; 81 65@I IS fol
Red; 81 1901 IS for Amber; 81 s5@
81 80 for prime to choice; White Spring
81 SOL 62 for No. 2 10 No. I; lot oil
fancy Spring for seed brought 81, and we
heard of the sale of 400 bushels inferior
Red at 81 So.
CoRN-Prices remain very firm. All
offerings are taken at 6O@6Sc for sar, 65
@67c for shelled and 7S@s2e for sacked
and delivered in depot
FLoUR-The market to-day was COM
pietely tabooed by buyers. Local dealers
only purchased 10 supply immediate wants,
and outside orders were few and far be-
tween. Holders, however, in view of light
stocks eyinced no disposition to press sales ;
as a consequence the market closed very
dull. The few GALES Of the day were on a
basis of 5000 90 per barrel.
CORN MEAL-The demand for kiln
dried was only moderate, sales reaching
only 1S9 barrels at So so per barrel.
There was a sharp consumptiVe demand
for unbolted in bulk at 7O@75c per bushel.
The receipts at the Jackson Mills in
clude SIS bushels wheat and ,49S bushels
corn.
BULK MEATs-Clear sides 17}@l71c,
clear rib 17@l74c, Shoulders 1916, Hams
17!c.
BACoE-clear sides 18@18fc, shoulders
143@143c, plain country hams 17@l74c.
CHOICE HAMS - Hart & Hensley' 3
country cured Isle. No canyased ready.
LARD-In tierces zoe, kegs and cans 2lc.
DRIED BEEF-Sugar-cured 1S@lS4c.
BEEF ToNGUEs-6 so per doz.
MISS PoRK-Full weight 80 90 per Dbl.
DRIED FRUT-We heard Of sales to- day
at Sc for apples; lie for quarter peaches,
and IA for mixed do.
PEANUTs-Sales of 500 bushels at 81 so.
CoTTON SEED Sales of 1000 lbs at &c
per ID.
SUGAR.-NeW Orleans, I1{@133c,
Demarara, l5@12le; Porto Rico, I2t9
13fc; Cubs, 1850; standard hards, lie ;
coffee A, 16ic B do Ice C do l54c
CANDLEs.-Star, light weight, have ad-
vanced to 17@17!c.
CoFFEE.-We quote Rio, common to
choice, 2I@25e; Laguyra, &c; Java, IS
@4Oc.
MOLAs5Es AND SYRUFs.-NeE Orleans
per Dbl 65@7sc; syrup 10000; golden
syrup 9Oc.
SALT.-LiVeTpool sack So %; seven
bushel barrels by the load II i've ard
a half do So 20.
Receive quote best Carolina 1O2c.
TEAs.-Imperial 81 25@2 IS; Young
Hyson 81 25; Black 81 25@2; Gunpow-
der 81.
FIsH.-Mackerel, Nos. l, and 8, per
barrel, 81, $40, SIS; in kite, Nos. l, 2
8, Sc, 50 20, So 40.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

Under this head, a recent number of the
Lexington (Ky.) Observer and Reporter says
that Gen. Frank Cheatham carried home
with him, the celebrated trotting stallion
'Idol," a one-half interest in which be
purchased from Capt Ryland Todhunter
in November last. That paper congratu-
lstes Tennesseans upon having so fine a
horse in their midst. He is the sire of the
Carlisle FLY that trotted full mile over
Dr. Hers track last fall in the unprece.
denied time Of $50, the FLY being one year
old the spring previous. Idol is to be at
Hammers stable in this city on Friday and
Saturday next, where those interested in
fine stock will have an opportunity Of see
ing him.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
AN INGENIOUS TABLE.
How 10 Tell a Lady's Az,

HO" 10 AeAi u A1huy's age.
Request the person to inform you in
which Of the following columns his or her
age is contained; then add together the
figures at the top of the column designated,
and you have the secret. Suppose an age
to be seventeen; you will find the number
seventeen in only two columns, viz: the
first and the iifh-and the first figures at
the head Of these columns make seventeen.
Here Is fha roaUic fohIn.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

The jury rendered verdict Of not guilty
in the case of Tom Singleton, charged with
rape, abduction and seduction.
A nOile prOsegtti was entered in the case
Of Gear Burgess, charged with larceny
State va. T. L. CastIeman, assault with
intent TO commit murder in the first de
pIee, attendant discharged.
". 5 Hill was faed 81 aud costs for az
sqult and battery.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

| WANTED to 500 Der
w month. everywhere. male and female. to
! introduce the Genuine Improved Common
Sense Family Sewing Machine. This machine
viii stitch, hem. felt, tuck, quilt, cord, bind
braid and embrOider in a most superior man
ner. Price only SlS. Fully warranted for five
years. We will pay $1,000 for any machine that
will sew q stronger, more beautiful, or more
elastic seam than ours. 1t makes the Elastic
Lock Stitch. Every second stitch can be cut
and still the cloth cOnnOt be pulled apart with
out tearing it. We pay Agents from S75 to $500
per month and expenses, or a commission from
which twice that amount can be made. Adj
dress, SecOmb i Co.. Pittsburgh, Pa, or Boston,
Mass.
CautiOn-Do not be imposed upon by other
parties palming off worthless cast-irOn machines
under the same name or otherwise. Ours is the
only genuine and really practical cheap ma
chine manufactured. feb 2-t As
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

Mrs. Geo. Greig has contracted for the
manufacture Of an elegant monument to
be made out of Scotch granite, to be placed
over the remains Of her husband at Mt
Olive; Cemetery. The monument is now
being made in Scotland, and when COM
Melted will be forwarded here.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
AN IMPORTANT LAW

An act to secure the labOrer his lust reward for
work and labor done.
SECTION |. Be it enacted by the GEN.
eral Assembly of the State of Tennes-
see, That it shall not be lawful for any
person that shall be sued for work and
labor done to have a stay or execution on
any judgment rendered therefor under
twenty-five dollars; but in all such cases
it shall be lawful for the tribunal render
ing such judgment to issue execution
thereon at any moment thereafter Pro,
vided, that the phrase, work and labor
done, in the first section of this act shall
be so construed as to mean and apply
only to daily laborers, mechanics and
house servants.
SEC. 2. Be it further enacted, That no
property in the hands of any debtor shall
be exempt from execution for the salts
faction Of any judgment rendered under
the first section of this act, and all laws
and parts Of laws coming within the pur.
view and meaning of this act be, and the
same is hereby, repealed. This act to
take effect from and after its passage.
Passed, Feb s, 1869
W. +. PRossER,
Speaker pro TEN. House of Reps.
d. W. c. SENTER,
Speaker Of the Senate.
A true copy of the original now on file
in my office. A. J. FLETBHER,
Secretary of State.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

Capture OF an AbseOndIng Treasures.
A New York dispatch Of the 18th says /:
Thomas E. Leonard, formerly treasurer of
Shelby county, Tennessee, was arrested on
the accusation Of obtaining over $4,000
on forged vouchers Of Indebtedness and
appropriating the same to his own use
He is held for the requisilion of the Gov
arpnr of Tappoeaoo
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
EDGEFIEID

A VALENTINE WORTH HAvrYG.-A
lady of Edgefeld was on yesterday the re-
cipient of valentine, in which was en-
closed a $40 U. S. bond Of the denomina-
ton of 81 900. We heard OF several fam
lilies going 10 the postoilice after valen.
tines, but nothing Of the kind was in
theirs.
New SToRE.--Ed. Hickman and George
Lytton, two worthy young gentlemen Of
Edgefeld, yesterday opened new grocery
house on the Gallatin pike. They have a
host Of friends, and will no Goubt receive a
large patronage.
STALLED.--A wagon loaded with posa-
toes mired in Tulip street yesterday be-
tween the GallAtin pike and Woodland
street. The street committee have an eye
on that thorOughfare, and will have the
street force at work there shortly.
GARDENING.-We notice that the people
of Edgedeld are making preparations for
gardening on an extensive scale. The
ground in many places has been broken up,
and rakes and hoes are coming into requi-
sition.
No MORE SHooTING.-The Edgefeld
Board Of Aldermen have passed an ordis
nance, making it penalty to shoot fire.
arms in the corporation. These who have
been engaged in promiscous shooting had
better look out, as the City Marshal has
express order to arrest all such offender.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Withdraw m.

The case Of Moses Nunley, colored,
charged with receiving goods, knowing the
same to have been stolen from 10. Duprez,
was Withdrawn yesterday and defendant
DISCHARGED by Justice Mathews.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
CHEST AND THROAT
To Patients al e Distance.

A personal examination Is requisite in
every case, in order to determine the course
of treatment TO be pursued After an ex-
animation, however, the necessary rene
dies, together with foil and explicit direc-
tions for their use, will be furnished. All
applications can be made at home with
perfect suecess, and without the least in.
convenience or interruption to business.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Uslng Abusive Language.

Andrew Scruggs was arraigned before
Esquire Mathews yesterday on a charge Of
using language calculated TO provoke a
breach Of the peace. He was fined q So
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
Chicago marhel

CHICAGO, Feb. l5.-Flour $500 co.
Wheat 81 24@1l 25. Corn 59c. Oats $500
SAC. Rye 81 80. Barley 81 9O@I 81.
High Wines 92c. Pork 32 50@32 SOC
Bulk Meats neglected and nominal.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
FROM }. W. MANIER, EsQ,
Firm of PIgue, Manner & Hail, Nash
VILE Tenn

A girl living in my family had beer
deaf for some time and was restored Il
hearing by DIR. Lighthill, under Whose
professional care placed her a few days
ago.
February 3, 1869. ]. W. MANNER.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16
RIVER AND WEATHER.

The river vas still rising yesterday, with
81 feet on Harpeth Shoals. Weather cool
and elOudy.
The Havana from Cincinnati, bad one Of
the biggest trips of the season. Furniture
was piled up above her texas.
The Camelis which arrived on Sunday,
cleared yesterday, having a full load Of
iron below.
The Ella Hughes from the Upper Cum
berland is expected to-day.
The Katy Overion has dropped down 10
the bone-yard,
The Mulberry was advertised to leave
Cincinnati for Nashville posiiNzely last
Saturday, freight or no freight. &c notice
that Charley Mills, son of the famous
Mouth Of Smithland Red Revengsr, is
clerk of this Ku-KluK steamer.
Capt. Bob Gully is building the Ella
Hughes aud A. Baker a set of stsgts that
reflect credit on his skill az a ship car
penter.
The Camelia's cargo from Pittsburg con-
sisted Of glass almost entirely, and when
discharged, covered the wharf.
james Elliston went out in command Of
the Lumsden, Capt. o. W. Davis being
absent down the river.
Corn is being brought from New Madrid
here via NlshyiIle and Northeastern
Railroad.
Adnn IGOog has beea prowling aboa,
the wharf, seeking whom he may devour.
Madame RumOr says little red riding
hood is about TO embark with him on the
sea matrimonial.
The Tyrone is the regular packet 0r
Cairo to-day.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

Rev. j. W. Hoyte was yesterday
appointed guardian of the children of
John Z. Gleaves, deceased, and before
His Honor Judge Glenn, gave bond in
the sum of 100000
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

Lizzie Geader, colored, was arrested
yesterday and taken before Justice
Mathews on a charge of assault and battery
upon Susan Crockett She wss taxed with
tla oosta
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-02-16

MoCLURE-Attheir residence. on University
street. Sunday forming, February II. after pro-
tracted illness, Mrs. JENNIE L. MCCLURE. wife
Of Jas. A. Mcclure. Funeral services were
he'd at their residence yesterday, at P. M, by
Rev. DIR. Skinner. after which her remains were
placed in the vault at Mt. Olivet
Lynchburg and Fincastle. Va papers please