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The Cairo daily bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1870-1872, 1870-08-29
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IFrom lhf chIe'9' I'IDuhc, KedIcn'.
"Casgrrs, shH maintains fares, direct
aud ;g,jir,fs ~ the amount of not less Than
ssOoOJooO! OF THIS ENORMOUS TAX,
LESS THAN oNE-iiALF IL RECEIVED ny
THr GOVERNMENT The remainder is
distributed TO pirate indirjd,.ois and GLASSES
TIo control legislation"
The Cairo daily bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1870-1872, 1870-08-29

B~y'George ID. Prentice once said that
lawyers knew too much law to be clear in
their notions Of justice. Mr.. Mum l. u
lawyer whose notions of justice are not
cloudcd by any knowledge of law. lilo
has no notions of either law or Justice
The Cairo daily bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1870-1872, 1870-08-29

R,solred,-
The Cairo daily bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1870-1872, 1870-08-29
Resoired, That WE ARE IN FAVOR
OE A TARIEE EOR REVENUE ON.

LY; and me dcmand that the bMr,iens
Of taratiOn shall be fairly and eqUdtty
adjusted, and that Such an adjustment can
not be made icithom striking from The stat
ate book ne present odioUs tariff iapcs, Il
system qf tdrdtioH based upon fororitism
and ,ohich has destroyed In,sri.
can shipping and commerce. orpRtssEs
THE people, or THE GREAT AGgIcuL-
TURAL REGIONS, CoMPELs THE MASY To
PAY rRIBurE TO THE FEW, AND HAS
BUILT UP MoNoPoLIEs THAT CONTROL SoT
ONLY EVERY BRANCH or AMERICAN INDUS
TRY, nut ALSO THE LEGISLATION of CON-
GREss and zoe demand that the prime ar
ficles Of necessity, such as tea, coffee, sugar
and salt shall be piaced. upon The free list.
Resolution on the Tariff Question, adopted 10y the
Radical Convention Of the Thirteenth Consro-.
sional Dstrict-Hon. II. ". Mum, nominee.l
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Insoiencc Isehulxcd.

While portion of the Workhogse pris-
olers were yesterday engaged in street
construction and repairs over in the Ninth
Ward, the colored men in the gang were
for time considerably annoyed by boy
of their own race and previous condition, F"
who, not being himself prisoner, seemed
to take great delight in poking fun at the
impecunious individuals who were in that
unfortunate fix. He would point his fin
gers derisively at the men, call them
"gay CHANDELIERS" and every now
and then call out ''Keuo, y
ton of the guard was first called to the bad
behavior of the boy, he drove him away
and ordered him not to return. But very
soon the mischievous boy revisited the
place and renewed his spiteful attack Of
annoying words upon the busy prisoners,
some of whom he seemed to know by name.
He was again ordered off by the guard, but
instead of obeying, merely changed the
locality of attack and kept it up vigorously.
The colored men applied to the guard fol
permission to give the inSolent boy gen.
teel threshing. who, for the boys OWL
| good, partially consented, and in less time
| than Jack Robinson" could be said, the
unruly chap was seized and tied, and with
out further ado 'soundly BLASTED" witt
such switches and straps as came conven
iently to hand But for the interference,
of the guard, the punishment of the impu
dent cuss might have been too much pro
longed, the prisoners insisting that the!
would ''teach him some manners, if tn,
''boss" would only let 'em. The chastise
ment was timely and Just.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Advent of Spring.

IL spite of calendars and precedents, our
heart indites to-day a welcome to the
springtime. We know the tender touch OF
her breezy fingers; the soft smile of her
shimmering sunshine is unmistakable.
Earth's bosom heaves with delight at her
approach, buds swell with joy, and all the
'imonarchs of the wood" will soon be
wearing Of the green.
How sweetly does nature illustrate the
truths of revelation! Of its trees ''clothed
upon" with robes of beauty, and its tiny
seeds developing in rainbow hues and
forms of grace or grandeur, we may make
a rustic ladder for our faith whereby we
may rise to clearer views of Gods benevo,
lent designs As often as this resurrection
time of buds and flowers recurs, We are
reminded that, though cold and still our
loved ones may sleep beneath the sods Of
the valley, yet in the springtime of souls,
a vivifying influence will penetrate their
narrow beds, ''corruptible will put on in
corruption-mortal will put on immortal.
ity "
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
ST. VALENTINES DAY.
whence ia originated, Fac.

Tomorrow being ST. Valentines Day,
when thousands of missiles both costly and
dainty; and ludicrous and comical, will pass
through the Postofice, we deem it proper
to furnish our readers something of the
origin of the day 1t comes from st. Valen-
tine, who, il is claimed by the historians
and encyclopedias, was Bishop, and who
was beheaded at Rome in the reign of the
Emperor Claudius, in the year 270, and
was canonized. St. Valentine is described
as having been a man of ''most admirable
parts, and SO famous for his love and
charity that the custom of choosing Valen-
tines upon his festival took its rise from
thence" Others derived the custom from
birds being supposed to select their mates
upon this day. Others, again, from aprac-
tice prevalent in ancient Rome at the
festival of the Lupercalia, held during the
month of February, where among other
ceremonies, the names of young women
were placed in box, from which they were
taken by young men according as chance
directed. The pastors of the early church,
finding it impossible to extirpate this pagan
ceremony, changed its form AS once
practised, it was the custom on the eve OF
February IA, st. Valentines Day, to
have the names of a select number OF
one sex, put into some vessel by an equal
number of the other, and thereupon every
one drew name which, for the time being,
was called his or her valentine. The GUS
tom of choosing valentines existed very
early, and Was much practiced in the
houses of the gentry in England. There
are frequent references to it in Shakespeare
and other standard writer's and poets.
In more modern times, and especially
in our own country, it is observed by the
younger folks in sending letters, notes.
caricatures, etc., through the postofices
and frequently, older persons avail them
selves of the occasion to perpetrate mis-.
chievous jokes upon some of their friends
The custom has not been so generally OBJ
served of late years, and really was almost
forgotten during the war, except by the
soldiers. During the last two years, how
ever, it has very much revived, and to
morrow tens of thousands will be SEN
throughout the country to different post
offices. The book and periodical stores
were highly decorated with them yesterday
and crowds were there of old and younl
making their selections. So much for st
| Valentines Day.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
For STRAY, BIanoh, or Sweetheart,

Among the many neat, convenient and
desirable articles which changed hands yes
terday at the Barnes auction, was the
costliest and prettiest little dog house any
lover of architecture ever witnessed. In
construction it is as near faultless as posi-
BILE, and is provided with all the comforts
and conveniences suggested by the genius
of modern times. A gentleman was pres
ent at the sale who had but recently lis
tened with feelings of just indignation to
recital of the heartless conduct of dis
tinguished official at Washington in refus-
ing to accept-although usually an sac
cepting" kind of mana dog sent to him as
a present. The gentlemans sympathies
were aroused in behalf of the rejected dog
at the National Capital, and he resolved
upon buying the doghouse mentioned, for
the special benefit of that badly treated
purp. After making several bids for the
house, it was knocked down" to him, and
without a moments delay, he paid the bill
and hustled the property off to the Office
of the Express Company, to be sent to a
friend of the purchaser at Washington,
with the necessary instructions and card,
which says: ''For the dog Grant wouldA't
have" Already the doghouse has gone.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Escaovod and Reunited.

S. j. Slime has removed from No. 81
Public Square to his new and elegant store,
No. 30 Public Square, Corner of CEDAR
where he has associated with him his for
mer partner, Mr.. James II. Birmingham,
under the firm name of Slime 81 Birmiug-
Handspring by strict attention to bust
ness, and following up their old policy,
-''CHoIcE GOODS AT Low PRICES merit
the same patronage SO literally bestowed
on them before. feb5-2w
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
County Finances.

For time yesterday, at his Office in
Deaderick street, the keeper of wampum
for Davidson, was quite busy iquidating
claims against the county. The run was
not sufficient however. TO ''break the
bank, enough funds being left for all ordi-
nary purposes and expected emergencies.
While this healthy condition of the county
finances enduFes, it is not unreasonable to
expect that the too common practices of
shaving jury tickets and other county
obligations to pay, may become matters
of less frequent occurrence.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

James Smith so far departed from the
honest proprieties of life as to steal the hat
and pants Of Sam. Nicely, blind man, on
whom he was waiting in the falsely as
sumed capacity of a physician. For this
ugly business of robbing fellow-citizen,
unfortunately blind and sick, James vas
yesterday arrested and introduced to
Squire Wilkinson, by whom hearing of
the case was deferred until Monday, until
which time the accused was sent to jail as
a matter of safety to the interest of offend
ed justice. The Smith mentioned is a
black Smith, but not of the mechanical
sort
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

242c. Whisky 93c. Pork held at p. 90.
Bulk meats-shoulders 1Oic; sides 144@
142c. Bacon-shoulders 12tc; sides 100
16tc. Hams 1S4@194c. Lard-steam
164c, Eggs 19@2Oc. Cheese 16@1Sc.
Louisville Markets
LOUISVILLE, Feb. 12-Cotton active
low middling at 21@23c. Flour-extra
family 5.25. Corn 95c. Oats Coo. Sales
of 1O4 hhds tobacco; trash 80; Tugs 6.00@
500; leaf6. OO@7.OO; bright wrapper $500.
Sugar-prime 1910. Molasses-prime 75c.
Mess pork $3.50. Bacon-shoulders, 12f;
sides 16@16te. Bulk meats-shoulders,
LIE; sides 15@154c Hams 19kc Lard,
tieree 1870. Whisky 93@94c.
Memphis Markets.
MEMPHIS, Feb. I2.-Cotton held at BIC;
receipts 1857 bales; exports 113 bales.
Flour-super 5.GO@5.75. Com 91@924c.
Oats 70@75c. Hay 25.OO@26 90. Bran
22. O0@23.00. Mess pork 29.0O. Lard IL
@174c. Bacon-shouldersn nominal. Bull
meats-shoulders lie; sides 154c.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

The New York Express Of Tuesday eve
ming last says:
The general trade of the city Is far from
being active. but still business Is gradually
improving, and the time is not far distant
when the spring trade viii open with vigor
The Southern merchants are arriving. and
will probably soon be here in strong force.
In mercantile circles hopeful view of the
future Is generally taken, and merchandise
is held with much tirmness. In the do
nestle produce markets during the past
week cotton has declined slightly under the
large receipts; pig iron has been active and
other metals quiet. Wool has been in bet
ter demand at full prices. Naval stores
have advanced. Petroleum has been dull.
Whisky has declined, but with more ac-
tive business. Hops and hay have been
quiet, and hog products have generally de-
cllned- At the produce exchange, the bust
ness IN breadstUffs has been only to a very
moderate extent, and prices generally have
ruled strongly in buyers favor-notvith-
standing material decline in ocean
trelghts. Flour has fallen off 2jG3Oc per
barrel, and the demand has been chiefly
for the supply of the pressing wants of the
home trade. Wheat has declined 2l04c
per bushel, without leading TO any material
increase IN business. Rye has continued
dull and heavy. Corn, with a small SUD-
ply and fair trade demand. has ruled
steady. Oats have advanced I02c per
bushel, with a moderate demand. chiefly
speculative; and barely has ruled dull and
declining
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Wan with Three Legs.

Among the wonders of the period may
be safely reckoned the man observed in the
Markethouse yesterday morning with three
distinct and naturally well formed legs.
That one of them was leg of mutton
which he carried in a basket detracts moth
ing from the truth of the statement
Neither does the remark of friend, sitting
near as we write, that the above is a
''sheepish" story, deter us from the faith
full performance of solemn duty in telling
it. But-in the language of a man distin-
guished no less by the ardor of his patriot
ism than the pleasing humor of his wit-we
may ask 'How is this for high?'
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Honesty will Find its Reward.

A few days ago, a gentleman from Chi
cago, arrived in this city, and during his
sojourn here ;storped with his friend,
Col Joseph W. Allen. Upon his arrival,
he changed clothing, and in the hurry of
the moment forgot to remove from an in
side pocket in his shirt three $50 bills.
John Houston, a colored man, and the
house servant of Col. Allen, was entrusted
with a bundle of clothing for the washer
woman, which included the shirt with the
''greenbax" attached. As soon as John
arrived at his wifes house, where the
washing was to be done, the money was
discovered, and John lost no time in re-
turning it to its proper owner, who in these
demoralizing times, fully appreciated this
act of honesty, and rewarded John hand
souely.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

The officers of the Convention have dur
ing the deliberations of that body, per-
formed their onerous duties admirably and
well. From the President down through
the list this has been the case, each being
faithful, prompt and efficient in the dis
charge Of every duty. Of none can this be
more truthfully said than of Mr. Stewart,
the efficient, polite and courteous Sergeant
alarms, who is always at his post and So
licitous in regard to the wants and necesi-
ties of the members.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Academy of Music.

This, the only place Of permanent
amusement for the public in this city, is
quite literally patronised. The enterpris-
ing management has made arrangements
for introducing Tomorrow night in ad-
mirable style, and by experienced artists,
fac siH1j2e representations of the magnif-
cent tableaux first given in this country
some years ago by the famous Keller
Troupe. The preparations already made
for these new features indicate that they
will be all and more than the most brilliant
fancy could picture them.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
The Fat Mems Ball.

The fat mems ball, of which mention has
before been made, has, we learn, been
postponed till the 22d inst, when we are
assured that it will most positively come
Off Ample arrangements are being made
for the occasion, and we have no doubt but
that it will be a success, and one that will
be both amusing and interesting
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
EXCcIIcnt Market.

finest Of the season. and one of the most
abundant to be found anywhere. The
stalls ground under their burdens Of meat,
poultry, fish, game and vegetables. The
market was thronged during the day with
persons buying IN their Saturdays sup
plies, and all seemed delighted with prices
paid and received
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
County Court.

In this court yesterday, Judge Glenn
presiding, the will of A. J. Cole, deceased,
was admitted to probate.
Upon motion of West Hughes, Esq,
certificate was granted Robert Ewing, Esq,
to practice law.
To Elizabeth j. Cason, Mary Scott,
colored, aged eleven, was apprentised for
period of eighteen years.
Parthenia G. Hyndes was empowered TO
administer upon the estate Of William
Hyndes, deceased.
j. C. Hamblin was appointed administra-
tor upon the estate of the late Peter Bur-
chartz, and gave the required bond.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

Wishing to close out large and assorted
stock of Champagne, Sherry, Port, Ma
deira and Claret Wines, we viii sell them at
very low prices. Call and examine.
ARNIsTEAD & Co.
jan1S-f No. 80 West Side Square.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Criminal Court.

Two persons, indicted for gaming, took
the insolvents' oath and were discharged.
The Jury rendered verdict of guilty in
the case of Samuel Young, tried for lar
ceny, and fixed his punishment at cOnfne-
ment in the penitentiary for three years.
The case of William Tucker, indicted for
burglary, was continued until next term.
Court adjourned until Monday morning.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

We understand that, couple OF days
since, Charley Bryan. who lives on the
corner Of Cherry and Demonlbreun streets,
bought large catfish, weighing seventy
five pounds. While going through the pro
cess of dressing 1t for market, on being
cut open. the fish was found to contain two
zlaIf dollars in silver, two quarters. some
hickels. and two watch chains, Mr.. b.
exhibits the articles, and represents the
circumstances as a veritable fact, though
rs to what unfortunate Jonah these valua-
hles originally belonged, we shall not pre-
tend 10 surmiSe
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

The application of James C. Duckworth
for divorce from Mary Duckworth was
granted.
Two or three suits of minor importance
were dismissed, and the residue of the
courts time devoted to hearing motions for
new trial, etc. Judge Cary being absent,
Chancellor East presided.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

CHERRY PECTORAL TROCHEs, supcri r to
others for Colds, Coughs, Sore Throat, Bronchitis
and Hoarseness.
None so pleasant. None cure so quick.E
Manufactured by RUSHTON & CO., Aston House
New York
No more of those horrible tasted, nauseatin
Brown Cubeb things. feb2-d&w2m
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
G.rRin.

The accumulation of grain at the Nash
vile and Chattanooga Railroad depot is
unprecedently large. Thousands of sacks
of corn are piled along the entire length
of the building, and almost from the floor
to the ceiling. 1t will be some days be-
fore it can be removed, though the road is
'cloing all it can to hurry it forward.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

Gennett & Co., Nos, G3 and e. South
Market street, have just received 500 bar
rels seed potatoes, embracing Neshannocks,
Peach Blow, Northern, Rpssetts, Early
Rose, White Sprout, London Lady, Buck
Eyes, Pink Eyes and Early Goodrich, all of
which are offered at the lowest market
price. feb9-1w
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
lady Visitors.

A goodly number of ladies and children,
relatives and friends Of delegates to the
Constitutional Convention, were in the CITY
yesterday and favored that body with the
refreshing luxury of their presence. The
circumstance was evidently gratifying to
the delegates, and especially so to the
bachelors among them.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
NO CREp.

The Springfield Record adds the follow
ing stanza TO a marriage notice published
in that paper:
The jaybird died with the whooping cough,
The blue bird with the cholic,
met frog with fiddle on his back,
And he asked me the way to the frolic
No Iaka
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Bargains! bargains!

Boots, shoes and hats selling at half the
regular prices, being slightly damaged by
water. Call early at No s Union street
price the goods and be satisfied. jan28tf
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
The Shan TrnHc
n ~ sTAlVC n AaEtaN.
The Boston Commercial Bulletin of La


The Boston C0h1Hlercidl Bulletin of last
week, says:
Pearl street has not been so thoroughly
''walled up for some months as during the
past week. Though no particular start has
been noticed in other branches of trade.
the shoe dealers are now beseiged by buy
ers from the South and West, and those
who have been feeling the market for some
weeks now seem prepared to buy, and are
doing SO quite literally. They are all
coming into the market with a determine
ton to buy at reduced rates, and on some of
the staple goods considerably lower prices
are realized than was expected, leaving
only very small margin for the manufac-
turer. The total shipments for the week
from this market have been =. $50 cases,
Of which !, 443 cases were shipped by sea,
and the balance by rail The shipments
for the corresponding week last year were
20, 1919 cases. The shipments from Lynn
for the week have been 4. Cpl cases, against
4, 467 for the corresponding week of last
year, and the shipments from Haverhill
have been 1912 cases, against :, 705 cases
for the same week last year.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
Proceedings of the Supreme Court,

NASHVILLE, Feb. II, 187O.-The Court
met this day pursuant to adjournment, all
the Judges being present
Kitrell VS.. Hill. By Judge McClain. AZ
frmed judgment of the Justice.
The day was occupied in the trial of the
law docket of the Seventh Circuit, which
will occupy the Court day or two longer.
! G. FRGzER
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
RcIipinr,.F ,Ncrci.r.

There Will be services at most of The
churches to-day and tonight, at the usual
hours, 10y the regular pastors. The churches
Will no doubt be filled with appreciative
and large congregations who cannot fail to
be edited, instructed and entertained. The
divinos Of Nashville are among the ablcst
and best. and the congregations among the
most refined and cultivated in the country.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
C0nCOrdia.

The annual masquerade of the memb ers
of ConcordIa Club takes place at their
beautiful club-room on Monday evening
next. Judging from the character and
taste of the members, We have no doubt
that it will surpass anything of the kind
which we have ever had in the city.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

We regretted to learn yesterday of the Sc
rious and dangerous illness of Miss Bang
daughter of our esteemed fellow citizen
w. f. Bang, Esq. She is in a very GTiti,
cal condition and Is not expected to re-
cover.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13
stolen Money Recovered.

Joel Blankenship, ST., of this State, who
was robbed Of $1,000 by Meadows and
Blankenship, arrested at Louisville, went
to that city and succeeded in regaining
81, $40 of his lost treasure. 1t is supposed
the balance has gone, Jmfskally speaking
to points ''where the wood-bine twineth. ="
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

The vicinity and surroundings of thu
Courthouse is being very much improved.
A firm and excellent stone walk is being
laid TO the entrance of the west front, lead.
ing from the market. which has long beer
needed in place Of the rough crossing be
fore used
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-02-13

The cash receipts Of Collector Glenn the
past week for water-taXes was something
over $500. His receipts for the two weeks
ending last Tuesday as reported to Board
Of Aldermen amounted to Si,OG2 80.