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The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 1850-1873, 1869-10-29
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Richard, nee Cousin Grace: she had sd-
monished him before marriage, and, ex-
cellent woman, she continued to admonish
him after it, but their conjugal life was,
on the whole, an easy one.
They had no family, and they appeared
to be getting rich, and We. every one, paid
them court accordingly. Uncle Richards
days of oddity were over, but he had the
govt sometimes; suppose people must
have something; and OF these occasions
of being laid up he was partial to sending
for my good father and mother, who had
been most considerate to him in the old
times of relapse and restoration. When
he couldn't sleep, they used to sit with
him till far into the night; and at one of
these sittings, as they told me, he made
them an unexpected revelation.
"Robert," said he. addressing my father,
"don't you remember what nuisance l
used to be tn you and Emily, with my
buving of old houses?"
"No; not exactly nuisance" said my
prudent father.
"Oh, but I was. Many q time you
wished me at Jericho; and you had good
reason. Iwsnt to tell you something that
will explain that matter and know you
will keep the secret for all our sakes," said
Uncle Richard. "When I was partner
with Cannon and Gosling in the Sharp
and Smoothey case-it must be thirty
years ago nowhere were two pedigrees
to be made out, and bundles of papers
and letters to be looked over for that
purpose. The looking over business fell
to me and among the letters, found one
addressed to Henry Sharp, ESQ.,, dated st.
evidently written by q partisan of the
exiled Stusrts, who still fingered there,
and deplored. in the old fashioned spelling
Of his time. besides the absence of the
rightful king, that thirty thousand
pounds worth of plate, jewels, and coin,
which somebody, whom he called the
most loyal K, had hidden in an
old house In the County Sslop, how
|. could lot be discovered nor any informa.
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lent on the subject; but Cousin Grace
was not very young, and never could have
been supposed handsome by any stretch
of the imagination. Fortune had been
quite as nicgardly with her gifts as nature
in her case her father had left q consid
cradle legacy of debts as well as bis only
daughter to the care Of his kindred and
Cousin Grace said che would live and oc-
cupy herself among them for the rest of
her DAYS, since maiden lady of sense and
energy was an invaluable addition to any
family. Accordingly, she minded their
houses and their affairs generally,
she governessed their children, she
lectured their young people, she gave
the old ones her advice whether
they wanted it or not, and she made them
all understand that Cousin Grace was to
be well paid as well as highly esteemed
for her services.
There was q fine contrast between the
maiden and the bachelor of our family:
while Uncle Richard was perpetuslly
spending and losing on his favorite species
of real estates, Cousin Grace had powers
of saving and getting which were perfectly
marvellous, considering her opportunities.
As fa- as we knew, nobody had ever pro-
posed for her heart and hand, and Cousin
Grace had high disdain of all mankind
in consequence; yet, strange to say, some
of us thought she had lurking psrtiality
for Uncle Richards. We could all synps-
thise with her in that; notwithstanding
that he was the blot on our escutcheon, the
oddity of the family was generally liked,
and welcomed wherever he went. Uncle
Richard had such an easy, friendly way of
meeting his difficulties, that the general
opinion was, capable woman might do
worse than marry and settle him. But
Uncle Richard had no heart to give sway
from the old walls; and Cousin Grace in
ferred, with some justice, that the work
house was the only jointure that his
spouse could expect; so the little scheme
for making a Benedict and Beatrice of
o"r own appeared to be adjourned sine
de.
We all thought 1t pity, for our uncle
had been living IN the odor OF respect
ability for acme me. as senior clerk to his
early partners, Cannon and Gosling. who
bsur ung vul iueIr IL al banner once more,
being men Of large connections In Shrews-
bury but signs of On approaching
change we're beginning TO be visible. he
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
shelby County AgrfcuItaraI Fair.

There was q much better attendance at
tho fair this morning than on yesterday.
The crowd commenced gathering quite
early, and when we left there WAS every
indication Of large atteD6a zee. Seve-
rel additions have been made 10 the dis
play of articles since yesterday, and
Others are continually coming iu. The
following are among the number: Twelve
large long blood beets, one of them weigh
ing ii pounds; magnificent saddle,
heavily mounted with silver, valued hv
The owner, Mr.. W. H. Wilson, at $1,000.
II is called the Monteznma saddle, and
was made in Mexico. Mr.. Nelson has,
also, a sisc saddle and saddle blanket on
exhibition. Mr.. Joseph~ Goodman dis
plays quite number of handsome spec
tacles. Col. J. A. Cameron enters very
ingenious hand corn planter and moth
proof beehive; Messrs. Sears and Smith
map of Shelby county. But among
the most exquisitely beautiful articles on
exhibition are the elegant rustic hanging
baskets contributed by Mr.. r G. Craig.
| SO far there is very little variety or guam.
ti,y of contributions except of sgricult-
ural implements, and in the ladies' hall
jellies, cakes. light-bread and like articles.
| We judge from appearances, however,
that before another day there will be a
much better display. The following pre-.
miums were awarded yesterday after
! noon:
For the best bull two years old and IN.
der three, there was but one entry, which
on vote was awarded the premium Of SIS.
1t belonged to Mr.. ". p. Mitchell, OF
Shelby county.
| The premium for the beat bull over one
year old and under two, $40 was awarded
to Mr.. K W. Scott, OF Pleasant Hill,
Mercer county, Ky.-there being no com.
| petition.
The sweepstakes for all ages, S25 pre-.
MUM, was won by Mr.. SCOTS year old
entry, the only competitor being Mr..
Mitchell 8 two-year old.
The premium for the best COW, -four
years old and over, ($20) was awarded
DR.. j. N. Brown, of Shelby county.
The second premium, $lG was given TO
Joseph Goodwin.
For the best COW, 3 years old aud IN.
der 4. the premium, $40, was given to
DR.. }. N. Brown. of Shelby county.
For the best COW, over years old and
under 3, premium, $40, to E. W. Scott,
of Kentucky.
The same gentleman took the premi-
um, IS. for the best COW over | year and
under 2; for the best sucking under /
year, IS, and the sweepstake premium
for all ages.
To-day awards will be made on cattle
and horses. Tomorrow will probably be
the biggest day of the Fair, as it is the
day for the exhibition of blooded stock,
and business houses will be generally
closed, affordipg employees an opportu-
nifty of visiting the Fair.
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Local BreyiaIes.
civ acrip 8b, and rising.

|. City scrip 30, and rising.
Col. Sam Tate is IN the city.
Col. Gus. Signaigo. editor Of the Gren-
ada Sentinel. is 10 the city.
J. s. Davis, Esq., editor Of the Iuka
Gazette. is stopping at the Peabody.
Eighteen cases at the Adams street
Police Court this morning. None OF
them of more than ordinary importance.
The County Commissioners have gone
up. The said institution was abolished
yesterday in Nashville. Let US rejoice.
Our former felow-townsman Mr.. Jesse
Page, now of New York. ia back on q
visit among bis many friends.
DR.. 1. E. Maggie. the we'll known
Cousin Nourma. has returned from
the North en- route for New Orleans.
Business men are urged to close their
stores Wednesday shat all may have an
opportunity to attend the Fair.
The dreymen who have claims against
John Loague are requested to file the
same with Messrs. Morgan, Jarnagin d
Frayser, at 10 Madison street, attorneys
for the Draymen's Association.
A number of prominent business men
have agreed to close their houses to-
morrow for the purpose of encouraging
the Fair and giving their employees and
themselves an opportunity to attend.
Mr.. Abbott, formerly conductor Of the
junction accommodation train, has been
put in charge of an important freight
train. At this season of the year, when
freights are so heavy, trustworthy con-
ductors find themselves in demand.
The new schedule on the Memphis and
Charleston railroad took effect yesterday
afternoon, and gives universal satisfac
ton to all concerned Local travel is
steadily increasing under the liberal man
agsment Of the road.
The Canton (Misa.) Mail, of the 231
inst, contains an announcement that Mr..
John Calhoun, of that paper, will com :
mence the publication of a newspaper on
Thursdsy, November 4th, to be called the
Mississippi Conservative. The Con-
serUatipe will advocate the Dent ticket.
The Bolivar Bulletin says that. unlike
last year, the forests around Bolivar are
loaded with most bountiful supply OF
hickory nuts, acorns and beechmast-
enough to fatten thousands of hogs as
we'll az the swarns Of wild ducks that
are sure to visit Hatchie river and the
innumerable lakes ia it's vicinity during
the coming winter 1t is generally re-
marked that the crop of beechmast is
heavier this year than has been known
before in long. long time.
In response to Miss Matte M. Black.
wells card of yesterday, Mr.. Frank l..
James, local editor of the Appeal, has a
card this morsing detailing what has &C.
Cured concerning that lady since she
came to this city, at least as far as he is
concerned The card is explanatory,
and will doubtless be considered satis-
factory. Owing to its length, we do not
copy, but refer our readers who feel in
terested to the appeal Hoping that
both sides will be satisfied, we close the
Ledger's columns on the subject.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
GAYoso CLUB RooMs, /

At regular meeting Of the Club, held
on Monday evening, October Is, com
mittee was appointed with instructions
to prepare for publication suitable reso-
lutions of thanks to Mr.. K. Converse for
the use of bis comfortable parlors as a
meeting place for the Club. 10 pursu-
ance of said instructions, the committee
reported the following:
RESOLVED, That in accepting the gen.
erous offer Of Mr.. e. Converse, of the
firm of Converse a. Co, proprietors OF
" Willett's" Justly celebrated Assembly
Rooms, rendering the free use of the lux
urious parlors of their elegant establish
ment fer the future meetings of the Club,
the officers and members of the Club ex.
tend to Mr.. Converse and his partners
and employees, their sincere and personal
thanks for the gentlemanly courtesy and
kind attention the Club has received at
their hands.
RESOLVED, That copy of these resolu-
iions be presented to Mr.. Converse, and
that the same be published once in each
of the daily city papers. Adopted.
IRVING HALsEY, Chairman.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
Cracksmen nt Work.

Guests Of hotels and others should be
on the lookout for thieves. A new sup
ply is on hand. They are here ia strong
iofce from Nashville, Ut. Lopis and Nev
Orleans, expecting to reap a rich harvest
from the many Strangers in the city this
week. The police ere on the alert, but
many of the thieves are new ones and
cannot at once be spotted. Last night
some skillful craftsman went through
six or seven rooms at the Worsham
House, and escaped without detection.
The principal sufferer was Mr.. Walter
Napier, whose pocket book, containing
$40 in Eve and TIN dollar billS, was
taken. We advise every one to be on the
lookout for piekpockets and burglars.
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"ANYrHIyG TO PLEASE THE CHILDREN

"ANYTHISG TO PLEASE THE CHILDREN
Yes, and we might add grown people
too, for they, as we'll as children, like
good things We have never yet, in our
recollection, seer 6 man or woman who
could say. trathfally, thst they cared
nothing for what we termed Inquiries
Every one, no matter how old or hoy
young, has taste, greater, it is true, for
some things than others, but they have a
liking for some of the good things. Well,
we propose to inform our readers where
they can find everything good. If it be
candies, there you will fqd them. If it
te nuts, raisiss, figs, cakes ~ frqitn OF
any sind, there you will find them
wine2l here 700 vii find it. Where At
B. Roccos s, 2ls Main .assqt,. corner Of
Adams. That you moy not fail 70 dod
the place, read his card IN to'dsys
LEDGER.
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A Card.

Fish Fish | | Fish III Oysters Oys-
tiers You talk about Reelfoot Lake
fish. Just call at 2TS Second street, at
j. D. Edwards. as he can show the finest
fish that are caught out of that lake. He
has a man right at the lake to sort out
only the finest Fl ,h that are caught there.
He has, also. all kinds Of fish from Lake
Erie arriving daily by express and steam
boats, oysters, aud everything else good
to eat. Why, we don't know what tbs to
receive five hundred cans daily, and
everybody can afford to eat oysters and
fish at j. D. Edwards. We don't sell
jast as low as the lowest, but lower than
the lowest in Memphis. / have been in
this business eighteen years between
here and Louisville, Kentucky. AZ
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
Amuss ments.

MEMPHIS THEATER The English Op-
era Troupe, as we predicted, drew a full
honae last night. The people Of this city
would always rather laugh lhan cry.
The IMAM who lhughs" or makes peo-
pie laugh should never in his travels go
around Memphis. by way Of Grand
Junction or Corinth The comic opera,
Fanchette. or The Last Days Of Robes
pierre, was produced las, night with
happy effect. The audience was highly
delighted. Miss Susan Gallon, the gifted
little star, appeared to great advantage.
She is an artist of real merit, and won
many hearts well as heads. Her Com
ing Through the Rye was the gem Of
the evening in the way of song, and caus
ed double encore, IN which she re-
sponded. Mr.. Written, Mr.. Kelleher and
Miss Fox, are ell above average in their
parts.
The DeLave Sisters, two very young
girls, perform the most remarkable
feats ever witnessed in this city on the
flying trapeze. We do not enjoy such
thrilling sights, but those who do should
60 by all means. To-night the perform.
ance will be repeated.
DAN RIcEs CIRCUS. The veritable
Dan appeared last night under his big
pavilion, at the head Of Madison street,
and gave a 6rst-clsss show. When be
showed himself he was greeted heartily
by many old friends, and he seemed to
appreciate the compliment Some Of the
finest riders in the country are with him,
and he gives an attractive show. He is q
warm hearted, whole souled gentleman,
aud now is the time to see him. Doors
open at 2 and pm.
BRooM's OPERA HoUsE.-This elegant
little theater was again we'll filled last
evening by a delighted audience. Mr..
Broom gives an endless variety Of fun,
burletque, music, dancing, etc., and
never fails to please. An attractive bill
is out for tonight.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
Confederate Relief Association:

The report of the committee Of amuse.
ments states the gross receipts of the
concert at the Memphis Thester. on the
llth instant, to have been 1898; ex-
penses, $123-leaving S275 for the Asso-
citation. Messrs. Spalding, Bidwell 4
MacDonopgh would like the public to
understand that no part of the expenses
was paid to them. They furnished the
theater, gas, orchestra, ticket-sellers,
door-keepers, ushers, stage carpenters
and oil employees in the theater without
any charge, being emily too glad Of an
opportunity 10 add their mite to the
funds of a truly benevolent association.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
An Improvement Needed nj Brown,
vile.


vile.
Ee have reason to know, from actua!
experience AID tie expressions of seve-
raj leading citizens, that ,adiee recep-
ton room is wanted at the Brownsville
depot. Brownsville is live place, and
kseps up with the spirit and progress of
the fine., 10 yell as any place according
= nopulstiou'in YsnassEep, The people
are enter -isipg. libefal'nindsd sad
nrosnerous fhe mel chants even set
themselves up as rivals of Memphis, VI
a friendly way the place is growing rap
idly, and in few gears will take rank as
a considerable inland city. IL ia good
place, and, we think, is entitled to first
class 1epot accommodations at the hands
of the railroad. The management of the
line has been very acceptable to the peo-
nle. and q complaint is but seldom heard.
Yet some think yith us that room for
the accom- mediation of ladies and iirst-
class passengers should be set apart IN
the depot. As lis, there are one or two
narrow rooms with single stove, where
negroes sometimes crowd out the ladies
waiting for trains, as was the case lew
mornings ago, when it was very cold,
while the Express ofice, Telegraph office
and Agents flee are all crowded into
small spaces adjoining, so that it is inns
possible for people waitirg for trains to
enjoy any real comfort The Company
laiely built handsome depot at Bartlett,
and we hope that it will be as liberal and
lust to the people Of Brownsville at an
early day. II so, they will receive many
thanks from an sppreciative public.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
Isl Tolerated by Law.

EDIToRs LEDGER: / wish to inquire
through your columns of the Honorable
City Attorney if it is tolerated by the
strict letter OF the law tor sand shaft to
be sunkeu on the vacant lot, southwest
corner of Linden and Clinton streets :
1t is the opinion of some that the sala.
Wandering meanderings will endanger
adjacent bs;id;nss, asd. if 20, yho viii
have to foot the billi On adjoining
~ramises there are holes which would
chamber a wagon a::dd team.
DEYIZEY.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26
The Memphis and Selma Railroad =
A Movement TO make Grand juno
ton the Terminus.

tiOn the Terminus.
We learn on good authority that an
effort will be made to have the so-called
Memphis and Selma railroad terminate
at Grand Junction, instead Of coming
through Holly Springs to Memphis. The
people of Tippah county are moving in
the matter, and seem to be in earnest. A
large meeting was held at Ripley, which
ia thirty miles from the junction, few
days ago, to consider the project A
committee consisting of Captain f.
Yancey, Colonel G. G. Terry and
others we're appointed to see what
assistance could be- had in Memphis.
They are now in the city we learn, ex-
pecting to receive encouragement from
the Memphis and Charleston railroad
and the Chamber of Commerce. The
people or Tippah are acting upon the
conclusion that the road will never be
built through Holly Springs, but that it
NAV be built from 0kolons to Grenada,
hence the diversion in favor of Grand
Junction. 1t is unfortunate that Gen.
Forrest did not receive sufficient aid to
enable him to begin work at this end of
the line. Then the Holly Springs line
and its rich trade would have been GER
ta;pty. St. Louis is deeply interested in
having Grand glpction connected with
Selma, and would beeopp Q formidable
competitor for the trade Of the Nisqls-
sippi prairies, which we expected to Be-
cure. The interests of Memphis are
deeply involved.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26

NoTIcE-The time for entering cotioS
for the Merchants PremiVIs, 80 we'll as
for the S2l1 premium offered ~ the
Shelby County Agricultural, Mechanical
and Horticultural Society for the best
bale of Tennessee cotton, is extended to
9 o'clock am. on Wednesday the 9Th,
at which time the cstton Is expected TO be
on the Fair grounds. snd during the day
the premiums sill be awarded. This ex.
tension is made b. r. guest Of many Of the
merchants who are Subscribers to the
Merchants Premium.
40 Z ESsLEY, President,
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Doors ASp SHoEs.-We call attention
TO the advertisement of Msssrs. Van Pelt
4 Gibson. exclusive dealers in boots and
shoes at 1854 Main street, opposite Court
Square. This firm is receiving con
stantly the finest aud most fashionable
ladies' boots and shoes Of all styles,
They keep the best goods and a eosplete
stock at all times
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26

FoR SALE-A large bosrding,house,
containing twenty rooms, well furnished:
The house can be rented quite low, and
bargain can be had in the furniture.
There is now about forty regular bosrders
at the house. A bargain can be had.
For terms apply through the Memphis
postt flee. Address Ii. W. c. Apply
for three DAYS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26

FoE REST.-An elegant front room,
first floor, at Is Madison street, 3exI2
feet, suitable for any hind Of an dMce.
Aiss laegs, glass-ifoht ease, suitable for
a library, aad semi circle counter, of
superior work. finish and design, suitable
for an insura nee, railroad or other kind
of Office. Apply at 10 Madison street. 40
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1869-10-26

TIE BEsr - THE CHEAPEsT.--J. De-
vote has the best Of everything in the
family grocery line, esrIer Third and
Adams streets. VI