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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Nc,V Advcrtisemcnts.

In calling attention TO the advertisement
of Whiteman Bros, we take pleasure in stat
mo that we have used their make OF paper
for many years and find it to be the cheap
aaf and best paper we have ever used, and
lake pleasure in recommending it to the
printing public generally, as we believe
they can be relied on and viii give satlsiac-
ton to all who trade with them
Our enterprising young firm of Douglas
& Solomon, on Cherry street, have on hand
a nice stock of hats, furs, etc, which 1t
might be to the advantage of the public
generally to call and see them before buy
ing elsewhere.
S. j. Slime, the cheap and fancy grocer
on the Square, has ON hand many nice
things, and much good wines IN store, ior
Christmas If you desire anything IN his
line, call and see him, as he proposes TO
make it to the advantage of his customers
70 buy from him.
G b. Hall. on College street, second door
above the corner of Union street, has re-
ceived . large and fine stock of boots and
shoes, etc, to supply the needy In these
days Of wants.
Call and see John Ramage & Son, at No.
48 College street, and examine their fine
lot of boots, shoes, trunks, etc, as they
have lust received large supply and de-
sire TO close them out at such prices as the
people can afford TO pay in this day OF
scarcity of money.
As we we're passing along College street
our attention was called to a new style OF
cradle that rocks by clock work, which was
brought to this city by the affable firm Of
NIcKoin & Co., who have all the latest
STYLES and best qualities Of furniture OF all
descriptions.
Hot soda water, where? at Jno. w. Nor,
ton & Co. S.
Go to HemphilIs, on Church street, fol
antelope game, etc.
See notice of Nashville Commandery
No. l.
A. G. Merritt has a wholesale store fol
rent.
Look out for the departure of the Ty,
rome.
See insolyent notice, or lose YOU
money.
The Western Union Telegraph Company
have opened a new Office. See where.
See Adams sale Of large and valuable
lands.
Everybody be sure to read the adver.
tisement of the Edgefeld and Kentucky
Railroad in this issue of the UNION AMI
AMERICAN.
Contractors may be profted by reading
the advertisement Of the Tennessee Manu-
featuring Company.
If you wish to save twenty per cent,
pay your taxes to-day to the corporation.
The National Savings Company, corner
Union and College streets, are doing O
regular banking and exchange business.
They receive deposits and allow interest
thereon. They buy and sell exchange on
New York, Cincinnati and Louisville, and
they furnish drafts on London, Dublin and
all parts Of Germany. They keep con-
stantly on hand and for sale United States
bonds and old Tennessee bonds, and they
at all times pay the highest.rate for gold,
silver and uncurrent money.
Remember the Henderson, Ky, land
sale comes of ut Louisville, Ky, Oh the
18th Tickets can be had Of II. II. Single
ton for s..
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NJ urder.

The Huntingdon Courier says: ''On
last Saturday, 18th inst, at Red Mound
Henderson county, a Mr.. Sharp was shot
and instantly killed by his brother-in-law
whose name We did not learn. 1t seems
Sharp was endeavoring TO shoot citizen
of the place. his brother-in-law trying to
prevent him, the gun accidently being
discharged in the scufls. Sharp struck his
brother-in-law several severe blows on the
head with the barrel, whereupon, he drew
his pistol and shot Sharp through the body,
killing him instantly. Both parties had
been residents Of Henderson County only
a short time, having recently moved there
from Lawrence"
1--WE learn that on Monday, 9th inst,
at DecaturviTle, young man by the name
Of VIM. Autry, shot and killed S. L.
Mcclure upon very slight, if any provoca-
ton at all. Autry was under the influence
of whisky at the time"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
The hoard Of Education

Met last evening, and, on motion. voted,
That it is the sense or this Board that a
consultation with the Committee of FL
nance of the City Council should be had at
the earliest practical moment, for the pur-
pose of eliciting definite and Official data
upon which the schools can be carried on
for the incoming year; that Messrs. Kim
ney, Weakley and Mccain be committee
on behalf of this Board to confer with said
Finance Committee on the subject above
mentioned, and make report, if desirable,
at what time and place said conference can
be had of said Committee with this Board.
and to designate the time, and call a meet
ing Of this board for said conference.
The Board then went into COMMITTEES Of
the Whole on the state of the schools,
and after full and free discussion the COM
mittee rose, reported progress, and, on
motion, it was voted to hear reports from
several committees on next Monday even
ing at o'clock.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18

Our citizens viii remember that tonight
the complimentary benefit rendered to
Mrs. Craig will take place at Masonic Hall.
To saw that the recipient is the most ac-
compiished cantatrice that Tennessee can
boast is but to express the unanimous
opinion of all who have ever heard her.
A child of Nashville, she has peculiar
claims upon our citizens, greatly increased
bv the willingness with which she has ever
contributed her musical talent to the adj
vancement of all benevolent objects. She
deserves a benefit which viii indeed be
compliment to her. We hope that the in
clemency of the weather will not prevent
the attendance of the largest and most
fashionable audience we have ever had in
RaSbvi1Ie
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Modest LIttIe Assessment.

We learn from the Boston Commercial
Bulletin that George F. Baker, Treasurer
of the Committee of Seventy-fve, appoint
ed by the Convention of National Bankers,
that met in New York in June last, has ad-
dressed a circular to the National Banks Of
the country, levying an assessment Of $40
upon banks with a capital of less than
$500, 600, and 500 upon those with capt
tai exceeding that amount. As there are
more than sixteen hundred National Banks
duly organized, this first assessment will
probably exceed $50, 900, and it is a matter
of interest to recall the measures proposed
and for the mere Inauguration of which
such large lobby funds deemed requisite.
We NAV assume, that Mr.. Pomeroy, Of
New York, who presided over the conven-
ton which appointed this committee, fairly
represented the intent and purpose of the
convention, when he declared In favor Of
the establishment of an unlimited number
of National Banks, with power to issue
notes based upon deposit OF bonds with
the Comptroller of the Currency, and in
favor of the repeal of that portion of the
national banking Law that requires the &C
tr1al holding by the banks of two-thirds the
amount of their liabilities in legal tenders.
In short, the proposition Is to take away
such safeguards as are now given to deposl-
tors. etc, in National Banks, and at the
same time to extend their power over the
commercial transactions of the country by
expanding the volume of their circulation.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Unigorming the Police.

A preliminary meeting Of a cOnsultatory
character, has Just been had with reference
to uniforming the new police force
There is considerable interest manifested
in this matter on the part of the citizens
and it is no more than is due the police
cial uniform as designating and distinguish
ing them from the common people. They
should be so uniformed as TO be seen and
known on the streets, as well as for the
purpose of identifying them as a separate
and distinct organization. Persons fire.
quently desire a policeman in cases of
special emergencies, when it is necessary
that they should be known in the night
time almost as far as seen. We understand
that there will soon be a meeting of those
interested uDOn the subject.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Distributed and in Harness.

The new Police, as permanently selected
bv the Commissioners, have been distrib-
uted in the several districts to which they
are assigned, and have gone to work in reg
ular harness. They are giving uniform
satisfaction, and the distribution in the sew
eral districts have been most judicious, as
those severally assigned to each are &C
quainted and identified in their respective
localities of duties. The citizens generally
felicitate themselves on the procurement of
so conscientious and working force, and
one embodying such moral tone and ideas
Of propriety as they exhibit.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
nenfh of LIE. Sands.

It is with feelings of deep regret that we
announce the death of orr estimable fellow
citizen Capt J. E. Sands, the well known
railroad conductor He died yesterday
morning at his residence in this city, after
a painful illness of several weeks duration
Capt. Sands has resided intNashville for the
past twenty years, and was highly esteemed
by all who knew him as a good citizen and
a Trustworthy official. The funeral takes
place from the late residence of the de-
ceased at 10 o'clock tomorrow Sunday
morning, under the direction of the Ma
Sonic fro+arpitv
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masouerade Parties.

The season for masquerade parties has
already begun We heard of two which
took place Thursday night last. One was
given at Jas. Brantley's, (the City Marshal,
at his residence on Line street. This was
rather a surprise party, as Mr.. B. knew
nothing of it until he went home about 9
o'clock. There were great many charac-
tiers represented, and the costumes were
magnificent. Dodd's band was in attend
ance and enlivened the gay assemblage
with waltzes, polkas, quadrlles, etc. The
dancing was kept up until late hour.
The other was given on West Church
street, where also a large crowd assembled
TO enioy themselves.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Haclsman Fxperimcntina.

A hackman yesterday was experimenting
upon the docility of his team attached to
the hack on Cherry street, between Union
and Cedar His team and hack were NOV
ing forward in the middle of the street,
while he himself was walking whip in hand
on the sidewalk The horses would move
forward a short distance and at his bidding
they would halt. Such practices are very
reprehensible. There is a city ordinance
requiring that no team be left attached to
vehicles on the street without being in the
hands of the driver or owner. Jehus would
do we'll IN hear this in mind
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
An Old Offender,

There is a very pestiferous and apt hog
of the feminine gender that is regular
habitue of the Markethouse. She is an
adept in the business Of appropriating
hams. steaks and poultry from the different
stalls, and making way with the same.
Yesterday morning she stole a ham and
dashed of. She also mounted the stall
with her fore feet and gobbled a magnif-
cent turkey. and rushed down the street.
After a chase Of several squares the owner
succeeded in recapturing the fowl, which
he afterward sold at small discount on the
original price demanded. This depredator
of the porcine race must he the mother Of
the learned pig on College street.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
BREVITEES.

HawthOrne's widow lives in Dresden.
Admiral Dahlgren is at Columbus, o.
Plus TX. and Antonelli are at logger
heads.
The Governor of Kentucky says moth
ing in his message about railroads.
Montreal firemen are not allowed to be-
long to any secret society.
A ST. Louis letter says the free trade
movement means Chase for President.
The remains of A. D. Richardson will
be buried beside those of his first wife.
A sister of Anne Dickinson Is inclined
to be literary.
Boston horse cars are furnished with
directories of the city.
The Canadian press calls WinnepegdOm
the ''Half-breed Republic"
A Brooklyn dog fancier has made $50,
900 in two years.
Harriet Beecher Stowe received one
vote at the recent New York election for
Police Court.
Amusements must be dull in St. Louis,
when they shoot each other about plug
of tobacco.
'Mother, " said boy of six years, 'ff
God has any more babies to give away,
don't you take 'em.
The Presidents message was tele-
graphed between Providence and Boston
in an hour and half.
Brigham Young advises the sisters to
stick to IOhnny-Cake, and avoid multi
pli;ity of diseases.
Richardson's heirs, it is stated, will
contest the right of Mrs. Mcfarland to
any portion of the estate.
New York hackmen charged twenty
dollars, Monday, to carry home those
snOw-bound down town.
Brigham Young breaches against fancy
cookery, and prescribes Johnny cake
for the diet of the saints.
There is talk of erecting a statute tc
Richard Wilmington, in London. He
achieved fame in connection with cats.
Lord Lytton says that with mer
pooh" is the sternest, while with women
it is the softest exclamation in the Ian
guage.
At some Of the fashionable boarding
schools it is said, in the East, young ladie:
are taught the cart" of refusing an offer
50 as to give the victim little or no pain
or perfect avalanche of agony.
A newspaper article has been going the
rounds of the press headed, "Where i!
Your Boy at Nightl" A brilliant urchi1
suggests the propriety Of another article
inquiring, "Where is the Old Man a
Nightl"
The National InteIIigenccr says tina
the carpet-baggers who stood up to taxi
the oath in the House looked like fOul
black crows at the MINISTRIES, and simpereC
out their rejOinders with the same lachry
nose air. The MINISTRIES will not regarC
this as a compliment, although the carpet
baggers may.
A New York bachelor saw nice youn4
woman helping a blind man across
the street, and forthwith was introduced
wooed, and married the girl She tolC
her lady friends all about it, and the con
sequence is that new society has beer
started, called "The Ladies Humanita
rian Association for Helping Blind Mel
Across the Street
Sir Henry Bulwer, who Is in infiru
health, will spend the winter at Elche, il
in the Province of Valencia, Spain
Although little known, it is one of tn,
most enchanting resorts in Europe, and
its climate is said TO suTpass that of Ma
deira. Ii is a city of palms; the BedOuir
alone is wanting, for the climate is that o
the East 1t is gradually becoming I
favorite resort for consumptives
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18

The very Chinese would strike, return, and
leave the soil to cultivate itself and become
o'erspread with Wellingtonia Gigantea, or
such like trees. Let the Australian and
the English farmer be assured this is moth
ing but day dream. Our own panic has
certainly not resched Europe or America
Germany notes little difference, and Hun
gary, though quiet, is firm Holland and
Belgium remain dull and France generally
is rather cheeper, but not Msrseilles while
American accounts have been more cheer
full, with some advance in wheat. 1t is in
deed anticipated that the blow already
struck at prices will seriously check i'm
ports, and should importers prefer sending
to granary and farmers tie up their samples
for time, we may before long see a smart
raactiOn
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
The Courthouse rendered 10 the
Convention

The third story of the Courthouse with
the large and capscious hall and tho rooms
attached, has, with the consent of the
County Court and all parties concerned,
been rendered to the use of the Convention
soon TO commence in the city. The tender
was made through Squire Maxey, Chair
man Of the Courthouse Committee, and
we have no doubt but that it will be ac-
cepted. Although the Supreme Court
room has been offered for the same pur-
pose, the deliberations of the Convention
might conflict with the sessions of the
Court, in which case the latter would have
precedence, as the room is by Legislative act
specifically designed for Supreme Court
purposes. The third story of the Court
house, besides the advantages of large
and capacious hail just suited to the work
ings of the convention, has a number Of
spacious rooms attached, well adapted tC
consultations of committees, etc. 1t was
commendable in the Court to make the Of
fer at all events.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18

London advices of yesterday quote 5 -2Os
of 1862 at $40; 18G5s old at 843; 1868
at s3tt, and 10-i0s at 824.
Tennessee bonds were quoted in New
York yesterday at 5l@5@ for the old and
A for the new.
The following were the quotations Of the
New York stock market: Central and
Hudson consolidated 81; Scrip 81; Erie
24s; Reading 995; Southern $50; Cleve-
land and Pittsburg 824; Rock Island 1O44;
Northwestern Common G9k; preferred 50;
Western Union Telegraph 3S5.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Old pap Thomas In a Huff.

1t is reported that Gen. Thomas has writ
ten to a member of the Legislature request
ing to be informed what his portrait now
hung up in the capitol, cost the State and
he will refund the amount and take the
portrait. He is further reported to have
stated that as soon as he got the gold medal
presented to him by the Radical Legisla-
ture, now in New York, he should return it
to the State. The old fellow seems to have
been .riled up" considerably at the joke of
the Representative who offered a resolution
a few weeks since to sell the portraits of
Brownlow and Thomas and with the pro-
ceeds have that of Gen jackson painted
and placed in the capitol.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
-Tbc C0Ucerf aTMasOnIc Hall.

The stormy weather prevented the filling
of Masonic Hall to the utmost capacity
last night, as it deserved to be, TO hear the
concert by the Old Folks 1t was a rich
treat musical and otherwise. The costum-
ing was inimitable, and some beautiful,
from the jocose carpet-bagger to the lovely
Queen Of the Scots. We hope that an
early occasion will be taken, in more pleas
ant weather, to repeat this very agreeable
entertainment.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
rInrrinrc I.icenses.

The following marriage licenses were
issued by the Couty Court Clerk for the
week ending Friday, Dec. Il, 1869:
VIM. H. Crosier and Mollie Nelson.
A. p. Crutcher and Parmeiia R. Wilkln-
son.
wv. Kimbro and Matte L. Hobson.
James D. Harrell and Parmelia F. Couch.
John X. Trotter and Chatty Bratton.
n. McNairy Smith and Edmonia Win
etop and three colored.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
street Force Abolished.

We understand that the hands employed
70 clean the streets have been discharged,
ali except the drivers of the corporation
carts. and that the Workhouse prisoners are
worked on the streets now. This isamoye
in the right direction, and will result in the
saving Of large amount of money to the
coronation.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
ANNOUN CEM EN rs.
State Treasurer.

We are authorized to announce John
Hereford of Davidson county, as a can
date for State Treasurer before the present
General Assembly.
We are authorized to announce r. S.
Woodland of Lincoln county, candidate
for State Treasurer. SEPT tide.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Nashville Produce Market.

DRIED FRUIT-We hear Of sales of 11,OOO lbs
apples at 6i{@7c; 200 los quarter peaches at nc,
and 500 lbs half peaches at SIC.
FEATHERS-We heard Of sales to-day Of go rs
at &c.
PEASUTS-Market dull with sales Of 500 bush
els white at S1.1O . bushel.
BUTTER-StOck large, and we quote at 2Ot925c
from wagon.
CHESTNUTs-We hear Of small sales from wagon
at 81 3 busheL
HAY-we heard of sales at s2T e tca in depot.
EGGS-Are in demand, and held at &c.
BEESWAX-We quote at $50. Market duh.
IRISH POTATOES-Northern ere quoted at $3.50
. Dbl
GREEN APPLE5-Tennessce $3.50 3 Dbl; North
ern 81 3 Dbl
COTTON SEED-Receipts liberal, and GALES at
20c p bushel Of s3Jz pounds.
GINSENG-We quote nOminaIy at TOc.
, SUBSTITUTING quote at s24 per ton.
BRAN-We quote at s24 3 ton
NIDDLINGS-We quote at $40 z ton.
RAGS-COmmand Axe.
WOOL-We quote bury at l5920c ungashed
without bnrs 25926c.; washed without burs $50
&c.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
IF.rnr,Icr.s COurI.

Maria Kelly and Minta Stump, colored,
using abusive language, SO and costs
each
Bird Perry. same efense, So and costs.
David Wilson, same offense, discharged.
Lucinda Banks, stealing money, proseeu-
ink taxed with the costs.
Frank Duffey. drunk and disordeTly, s.
and costs.
Alfred Noel, careless driving, s. and
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Heavy Damages Claimed.

Capt. J. Edward Stacey yesterday en-
tered suit against Mr.. G. W. Emery, the
Supervisor for this district, claiming dam
aces in the amount of $4,000 for mallc-
ious prosecution and libel, growing out Of
the recent suit against Mr.. Stacey. Mr..
Emery is at present in Washington.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
steam Ferry.

The subscription books for a steam ferry
between Nashville and Edgefeld have been
opened, and a number Of gentlemen have
placed liberal amounts opposite their names.
This ferry will be located at the foot Of
Church street, and on the Edgefeld side Of
the river a substantial plank road is to be
built. connecting with Shelby avenue and
other leading thOroUghfares.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
s.iuThcrConc.

Notwithstanding the rain, the snow and
mud. the clatter and spatter of the hoofs
Of stock coming to and passing in droves
through the city, was heard throughout
the day. The supply Of stock, from the
numbers passing through, nust be IllIml-
table in the States north and northwest Of
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
RATcsuELoR,s HAZE DYE.

This splendid Hair Dye is The best in the world;
the only true and perfect Dye; harmless, reliable
instantaneous; no disappointment; no ridiculous
ti1ts; remedies the IL effects Of bad Dyes; nvigo-
rates and leaves the hair soft and beautiful BLACK
or BROWN. Sold by all Druggists and Psrfume1i
and properly applied at Bachelors Wig Factory,
No 1e Bond street, New YORK. my23-iy
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
T.uncs.ce horticultural Society.

The weather being inclement there was
no meeting of this society last Saturday
afternoon. To-day at y P. NJ the society
convenes for the purpose of completing the
schedule ofpremiums. We trust there will
be a large attendance at the Office of H. G.
Scovel. Porter Block. This institution has
become a fred fact, and is an interesting
feature in the onward progress Of our now
rauidlv growing city.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18

LADIES DRESS SHoEs.-J. Ramage & Son
have received ladies' white slippers and
CATERS, ladies toilet slippers, ladies' side
laced, Congress and Polish boots; over
shoes for ladies, misses and children, etc..
etc, cheap at 4s College street. dee1s 2t
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
Tnc Pnmornmn Coming.

The celebrated Panorama of New York
City. viii be exhibited at Nashville for a
series Of days, commencing Dec. "a. 1t
exhibits at the Courthouse at MurfreeSboro
to-day, at and ) O'Clock. The Louis
vile C0'Tisr-J0UrH15 states that twenty
thousand persons visited it there.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1869-12-18
For Comptroller.

We are authorized to announce W. P.
Morris of Camden, a candidate for Comp
troller of the Treasury of the State, at the
insuing Legislature, pledging himself to
satisfy all the members of his financial
skill and qualifications for the position.