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SECRETARY OF STATE.

To the Hon. General Assembly of the
State of Tennessee; The undersigned,
attorneys at law, and officials of the 9th ju-
dicial circuit OF the State, respectfully pre-
sent to your consideration the claims of
Thos H. Butler, Esq, OF Gainesboro, eE
a candidate for Secretary of State. We as
sure you, from long, personal acquain-
lance and knowledge of his character and
qualifications, that he is a gentleman of
the highest integrity, and eminently quail
fed for the performance Of all the duties
of the office. He was for sixteen years
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Gainesboro,
and gave the most perfect satisfaction to
the bench, the bar and the people.
s. M. FrTE, Judge 9th Circuit.
ROBERT A. Cox, Clerk and Master and
Attorney at Law, Gainesboro.
ATTORNEYS AT Law.
A A Swope, Carthage.
HH Dillon, Cookeville.
G Marchbanks, Cookevi.ls.
B B Washburn, Greensboro.
H Denton, Cookeville,
AW Dewitt, Gainesboro.
s H Coins, Sparta
E A Degrees, Sparta.
JH Windle and 10. Arnold, Sparta.
ia Nesmith, Smithville.
e L Gardenhire, Sparta.
VIM Cullom, Livingston.
John Pillaway, John Van Hooser, M
Morgan, r Brooks, M b Young, Napo-
leon b Young, I Quarles, L O Hall,
Geo Fl Morgan, Gainesboro.
j w Smallwood, Sheriff of jackson
county.
VIC Cox, Clerk of County Court, Jack
son county.
Van Hooser, Register of Jackson
county.
A Cullon, Attorney at Law, Livingston.
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SAN FRANCISCO.
The Hot Weather and the Crops
Convention of Fruit Growers.

The Hot Weather and the Crops
Convention of Fruit Growers.
SAN FRANcIsco, May S.-Theh hot weather
continues. There are unfavorable reports
from the interior regarding the crops. The
weather is unprecedented for May.
A convention of the California fruit
growers is in session here. A committee
was appointed to consult with the railroad
officials regarding freights overland
Grand Encampment of Odd Eel
Iows-ReceptiOn of Savage by the
Fenians.
SAN FRANc1soo, May 9.-The annual
Grand Encampment of Odd Fellows meets
here to-day, and the Grand Lodge to-
morrow.
The Fenian demonstration yesterday
was success, with an immense atten-
dance. Mr.. Savage was enthusiastically
received. Resolutions were adopted, con-
demning the cruelties practiced upon po-
litical prisoners by the British government
in the recent enactment by Parliament on
the government of Ireland.
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Summer street improvements.

The various improvements on Summer
street are progressing rapidly and vigor-
ously. The walls of the new building to
be erected on the site of the old St. Cloud
will now be commenced at once, while the
excavations for the large buildings oppo-
site are about completed. The first story
of stone front being erected by Mr..
Browne is up, and the entire structure will
soon be completed Other improvements
in the same vicinity are going on at live
ly rate, and before great while Summer
street will be one of the most attractive
and business thoroughfares in the city.
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Tennessee Pacisic E.ailrond.

Work on this road is progressing in a
highly satisfactory manner. The track is
being laid of the very best material, and
the entire road-bed is constructed upon the
most substantial order. The track crossed
the Murfreesboro road few days ago. A
large number of hands are engaged in the
prosecution of the work. 1t is contem-
plated to have the road completed between
this city and Lebanon early in June, when
a general jollifcation of the people of the
two cities will be had. This road is one
of the most important enterprises in which
our people are at present interested. Its
entire completion will be an epoch in the
transportation facilities CT the State.
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sabbath school Picnics.

The Sabbath School pupils of the
Cherry street Baptist Church will have
their picnic on next Saturday in the vicin-
ity of the Hermitage. Arrangements will
be perfected for a genuine gala day, and
we hope that none viii be disappointed in
their bright anticipations of the occasion.
The picnic of the pupils of the Elm
street Sabbath School will come off on the
same day, but we have not learned what
point has been selected
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PRUSSIA.
commandment Bank.

UeTHllH"A iHeFICAH bHHEAs
FRANKFoRT, May SIN consequence Cf
the immense increase of financial business
between Germany and the United States,
arising from the purchase and sale of bonds,
application has been made to the govern
ment to concede the establishment of a
German-American bank in Frankfort. A
similar project is on foot for the city of
Berlin. 1t is believed that at least one of
tho schemes will be granted.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10

It continued cloudy throughout the day
yesterday, with cool atmosphere and
light alternate rain showers. 1t was still
lowering and damp yesterday evening,
with good prospects Of plenty of rain.
From farmers in the country, we learn that
though the young crops are growing finely
and looking well, good rain would do a
great deal of good Just at this time.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
THE FENIANS.
I'm Council - Manhattan on the
Move.

I'm Council = NlanIlattan on the
Move.
NEW YORK. May "a Convention of all
the centers of Circles of the Fenian Broth
erhood in the Manhattan district was held
Yesterday afternoon at Headquarters. Mat
tiers OF the grayest interest to the organi-
cation were discussed, but most OF their
proceedings were secret.
It was made known, however, that the
late difficulties between Gen. O'Neil and
the Senate constituted the chief subject
of discussion, and the Senate was bitterly
condemned. The Centers report an enthu-
siastic feeling in favor of an onward move
ment existing in their circles, and pledge
themselves, that in the event OF Gen.
O'Neill commencing a war policy, he may
rely upon effective support.
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BALTIMORE.

The Legal Tender QucstIOn-State OF
MARYLAND Sues baltimore and
ohio Road for S2,OO0,O00
BALTIMORE, April 9.-The State OF
Maryland commences suit against the Bal
timore and Ohio railroad 20 recover the
value of gold over currency, In which the
State has been paid its six per cent diyl-
dends on preferred stock. which now
amounts to nearly S2,O00,OO0. The claim
is based on the recent decision OF 4 SUI
rDreIne Court
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GARD FROm GEN. KIRBY sn.Tr..

To the Editor of the Courier-J ournal
NEWCASTLE, May 6.-I see in your is
sue of the Sd that through some misun-
derstanding it is announced that l have
taken charge of st. JONES' College, Shell
byville. Negotiations to that purpose
were opened with me by the trustees, re-
sulting in my declining on the I'd inst,
the presidency of the college.
E. KIRBY SMITH.
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United SfnfesCaurf.

There were but few cases before this
court yesterday as follows:
H. II. Thomas VS.. Mayor and Aldermen
Of Gallatin, verdict for defendant.
]. F. Lyons & Co. VS.. S. B. Spurlock ct
ais, dismissed
William Jones VS.. ]. NJ. Jennings and A.
G. Mayberry VS. John NJ. Moore, rule to
show cause by the first Of next term why
the cases should not be dismissed for want
of rroSaoution
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ROME.

To Debate InfalIibiIity Thursday.
ROME, May 9.-The opponents of the
dogma ofinfallibility will hold conference
to-day, preparatory to the opening debate
on that subject in the council on Thursday.
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THE CITY.
ANOTHER FIRE.


--cC1-aA@-EAtS ~ 0IAs
Yesterday morning at 2 O'Clock, the fire
bells rang out prolonged alarm, and soon
the citizens in the vicinity of Broad and
Cherry streets were startled from their
slumbers, and the engines were rattling
along 10 the scene of the burning. The
fire originated in the rear of an Israelite
doing business on Broad, near the corner
Of Cherry streets, and was certainly the
work Of an incendiary. He lost his pocket
book containing near 5000 in money, and
the building was damaged to the amount
of $50. The flames communicated of Mr..
Fleming, occupied by a boot and shoe
maker. Another room attached, used as
barroom and grocery also caught. The
loss IN these establishments Is estimated on
the buildings, groceries and furniture at
s., 200, covered by insurance in the Etna
Company for 81, GOO. The loss on liquors
and bar-fxtures is placed at $120, insured
In the Marine Insurance Company for S400.
The Fire Department. was promptly on
the ground, and by their timely efforts |
prevented more general confagration
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
NEW YORK.
Peace among the Democrats.

Peace among the Democrats.
New YORK, May S.-To-day the final
restoration of peace among the late turbu-
lent branches of the city Democracy took
place. At private meeting of the leaders
of the opponents of Tamnany, it was re-
solved not to carry the war any frIther
and to make no active opposition : the
Tammany city ticket, to be voted on the
18th inst All is, therefore, once more har-
monious in the ranks of the now reunited
DarnocracV
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TERRY's PLANTATION.

A slave in Irons fer Accepting Bribcs
why not Pen Bullock
ATLANTA. May 9.-The Sheriff of Wa
ran county. who accepted brides from pei
SONS charged with the murder of Senator
Atkins. was brought here yesterday in
;rons and confined in the barracks by or
dar of Gen. Terry. 1t is reported that
the persons who paid the brides will be ar
rested
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
UTAH.
ao.oOO Saiuts-And one Sinner.

10000 Saints-And one Sinner.
SALT LAKE, May 9.-The Fortieth Semi
Annual Conference of the Mormon Church
ended yesterday. 1t is estimated that
40, 0Oo saints attended.
Gen. Sheridan arrived last night on his
way to Montana.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
RUSSIA.

The Assassin of Orenburg Arrested.
ST. PETERSBURG, May 9.-One Chisckow,
laborer, has been arrested and charged
with the murder of Prince D. Orenburg.
lie was once employed by the Prince, and
it is said proofs against him are conclusive.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
THE BAPTIST CONVENTION
Fourth Day.

LOUISVILLE, May 9.-In the Southern Bap-
fist Convention reports on Foreign and
Domestic Missions were read and referred,
and the Committee report on extending OPP
erations of the Foreign Missions Board was
unanimously adopted.
st. Louis was fixed upon as the next
rlaee of meeting.
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street Cleaning.

A larger force than usual was out from
the workhouse yesterday cleaning the
streets. One corps of the spade and
shovel we noticed doing good service On
the corner Of Church and Cherry streets,
in front of our Office. Keep up the good
work,
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ence Inopportune.

In the House of Commons Mr.. Olway,
Under Foreign Secretary, in reply to
question of Mr.. GiIpin, said the Spanish
Government was fully able to subdue the
instruction in Cuba, as the insurgents
held no important place. Interference by
Her Majesty's Government, which had
been suggested, would be inopportune.
He promised that the Government would
not fail to seize any occasion to mitigate
the horrors of civil war in that land, and
it would be highly desirable to have the
cooperation Of the United States Govern
ment
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SPRING OPENING
FOR 1s7o.

FO II $40,
now complete in every department Of nbe
trade. Our Goods wiz be found most
elegant and superb, unexcelled and an
rivalled in excellence, embracing Foreign
and Domestic Fabrics of the choicest and
test designs, being mostly handmade
and warranted in every instance to give
entire satisfaction. We earnestly invite
the attestiOn of all who desire good goods,
which are manufactured with a special
view 70 first-elass retail trade.
r. CATS So
So
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HOUSE.

Tennessee Complaint.
After the reading of the journal the
House adjourned for want of quorum.
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CUBA.


irresistible Appeal for Peace.
HAVANA, May 9.-Some Of the principal
ladies in Puerto Principe signed an address
calling on their relatives in the insurgent
ranks to return and enjoy liberty under the
Spanish government
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BIG REAL ESTATE SALE.
1851 900 EOr the Homestead.

sswcsGyvard the star of Empire,'' ct
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Vote ON the Professionalism
MILLION Majority for the Emperor.
Pans, May 8.-AIidnight. The vote on
the pse5iscita1Da, to-day, has resulted in an
immense majority in favor of the proposed
measure of the Emperor. From careful
estimate made from official returns, as re-
ceived up to this hour, the Emperor claims
an affirmative vote of at least five and a
half millions. The majority in the country
districts is particularly large. The city
has remained quiet throughout the day.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10

IT is asserted here that spy system
maintained by the British legation is
almost wholly the cause of the late Fenian
scare. Our authorities are unable to find
any Indications of another Canadian in
vasion q frrs rz
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10

The colOred laborers on the New Or
leans levee have struck fo:, four dollars a
day.
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HOUSE.

MONDAY, May 9.--The House was
called to order at II DEL ock N. by
Speaker Perkins. agvt ~ s
The following members answered to
their names: Messrs. Baker, Barry,
Brown, Bryant, Casey, Cheatham, Carl,
Dillin, Ezekiel, Everett, Harris, Hinkle,
Hernberger, James, of Hamilton, Jones,
Kearney, Kenny, King, Knight Lackey,
Longacre, Nc Clary, McElwee, McGaugkey,
Nicks, Nixon, Rhea, Russell of Hick-
man, Russell of Rutherford and Bedford,
Saddler, Scott, Singletary, Spears, Steele,
Thomas, Townsend, Walker, Warren,
White, Yoakum, Young, and Speaker
Perkins-42. "a -ls &c
There being no quorum, the House
adjourned.
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Cuban Junta.

Nothing of importance was done at the
Cuban Junta yesterday. Jordan remained
quietly at his home, where he has sick
son. He did not venture out, much to the
disappointment of Cuban patriots.
1t is asserted that another Cuban expe-
dition is being prepared.
The rattle for diamonds and plate, vol
unfairly contributed to the devoted friends
of Cuba, takes place in the Brooklyn
Academy of Music on Tuesday.
Eight thousand three hundred and
eleven emigrants arrived at this port du-
rim tha week
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> Dispatches to the State Department frorl
Minister Nelson, do not contain anything
of special interest regarding affairs in
Mexico. A guerrilla warfare is still kept
up in some Of the western States. 4
GOV. Bullock,
of Georgia, was summoned yesterday to
come on and explain what he paid certain
large sums of money away for during his
stay hern lat winter
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M
Spring Over Coats.
Glengary Spring Over Coats.
Melton Spring Over COats.
Plaid CheviOt Suits.
Derby Cheyiot Suits.
English Plaid Suits.
French Plaid Suits.
Plain English Melton Suits.
French Piqua Suits.
Granite Cashmere Suits.
French Silk Mix Suits. 49,
Light Color Cashmere Suits
Elegant Street Goats in all col
ors.
ID. Il. Opera Goats.
Late Styles in Plaid Pants, dark
and light color.
Fine Black Cloth Frock Coats. )
Fine BLACK DOeslkin Pants.
Fine Black Silk Vests.
Youths Cashmere Suits.
Boys Suits for spring and SUM
mer wear
Childrens' Fancy Suits.
Youths Dress Suits.
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Memorial nay.

of course it will be borne in mind bv
every one that next Sunday is the day set
apart by the ladies Of the Memorial Asso-
citation for the decoration with flowers and
evergreens of the graves of the Confeder-
ate soldiers a. LIT. Olivet. They are beau
tfui and sacred, these annual tributes we
pay them. Though their deeds cannot die
or fade out from the affairs of our hearts.
1t Is hitting that we should lay upon their
graves bright flowers, whose exhalations as
they wither away, viii ascend like holy In
cense to Heaven, pure as the motives that
lmpelled them to deeds of valor for their
country. The exercises will be interesting
and instructive and replete with mighty
memories, and hundreds will be there to
drop a blossom and tear upon some hero's
grave.
How sleep the brave, who sink to rest
By all their cOuntry's wishes blesi?
When Spring, with dewy fingers cold,
Returns to deck their haIowed mould
She there shall dress a sweeter sod
Than Fancy's feet have ever trod.
By fairy hands their knell is ruDg;
BY forms unseen their dirge is sung;
There Honor comes. pilgrim gray,
To bless the turf that wraps their clay;
And Freedom shall awhile repair,
To dwell weeping hermit there.
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san Domingo.

The President will send to the Senate
next week some additional documents in
the matter of annexation of San Domingo,
including certified vote on the annexa-
ton. 1t is stated that it is necessary to
have the treaty acted upon before the first
of June, but, notwithstanding all the efforts
made in its behalf by the administration,
it is understood the treaty has gained no
positive strength since it was last consid-
cred The feeling in the House against it
is even stronger than in the Senate. The
Dominican agent here, howevSS, feels that
he is able to overcome some of these OBJ
iecti,1ps.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10

proposes to give another million to the
Drew Theological Seminary TO establish a
literary department and make it uni
versity.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
ENGLAND,
Doubtful Stocks.

LONDON, May 9.-The Times understands
that the warning to German capitalists
against American bonds comes from the
North German Consul at New York. The
North Pacific Railroad and Honduras bonds,
the Times says, were especially tabooed.
A Derby Match.
The Morning Post announces the be-
trothal of Lord Derby and the Warehouses
of Salisbury.
Reduction OF Tax on Iron.
The anticipated reduction on duties on
iron by the United States causes great ac-
tivity in the iron regions of Wales.
EngIand,s Cuban PoIicY-Interfer-
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Congress and Adtournment.

Congress and Adjournment.
WASHINGTON, May s.--Many members Of
Congress are despairing Of adjournment
before the first of August. The appropria-
ton bills are far advanced, but the tariff is
likely TO consume several weeks more.
About fifteen contested election cases are
yet TO be considered by the House, and
there are other questions of general
character which win give rise TO prolonged
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ST. JosEPH's TOTAL ABsTENENC
-. - SRCIETY.

Annual nIcetinx Handsome Pre-
sentafion to Mr.. a.. T. J0nes-Ad-
dresses-Annuai Reports-Eaccsfen
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Nashville, DecesaSer Term, 1862
Thomas n. Cofdtycss, ATTORNEY
General and Reporter. E
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The RIch1nOnd sufferers.

The work Of raising money for the suffer
ems of the Richmond disaster is going on
successfully. Large subscriptions have
been made here. A theatrical performances,
for the same object, last night was very
successful, while at one given in Baltimore
the receipts were $4,000, the crowd being
the LARGEST aver aaan in that city
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10

WE PRESENT 10 OUR PATRONS AND raE
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Gov. Scott, of South Carolina, has Or
dered an election IN the First South Caro-
lima district for the 31st of May TO fill the
vacancy caused by Whittemore's expulsion.
Whttemore is as yet the only candidate,
but it is believed that a colored preacher
viii be put up and run against him. Whit
temore says that if elected, of which be
mss no doubt, the Hoase of Representa-
tives cannot refuse 20 receive him, after
having allowed Butler, of Tennessee, to
retain his seat
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1870-05-10
The President

contemplates a visit to st. Louis before GO
ing to Long Branch. 1t is now believed
that if Congress sits beyond July he viii
not wait for that body to adjourn before
leaving for the latter place
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1870-04-01

GALLERY OF CELEBRITIES We win
~ send, rostsge paid, the card photographs
of any of the following literary and political
celebrities, to any address, at the rate of l5
cents each
Horace Greeley, Sir Joshua Reynolds,
Wendell Phillips, Queen Victoria,
Henry Ward Beecher, John Bright,
Bayard Taylor, Benjamin Disraeli,
Oliver W Holmes, Robert Burns,
Hen. W. Longfellow. Taleyrand,
Washington Irving, Baron Humboldt,
Ralph ". Emerson, Ledru Rollin,
Vim. Cullen Bryant Sir Walter Scott,
VIM. ii. Prescott, Rembrant.
George Bancroft, Goodwin Smith,
Jas. Russell LOWELL Ole Bull
General Scott, DR.. Muhler burg,
Henry Clay, Martin Luther,
Nathan'l Hawthorne, Bishop Simpson,
Mrs. Stowe. All quiet along the Po-
Edgar A. Poe, tomac.
RembTant Peale,
This viii afford every person an opportuni-
ty Of making for themselves a gallery Of cele-
brated men and women at a very small cost.
No more pleasant pastime can be afforded to
your friend than looking over an album filled
with photographs Of the distinguished charac.
ters OF the past and present. Enclose the
money in a letter, giving the names of the
photographs you desire and direct to
LUTZ & &J0RDAN.
(INQUIRER Book Storel
Bedford Pa.
Bedford inquirer. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1857-1884, 1870-04-01

HONE FIRsT OF ALL.--Let parents talk
much and talk well al home. A father who
= nao''uaily silent in his own house, may be
"a many respects wise man; but he i not
wise IN als silence. We sometimes see ma
rents who are the life of every company
which they enter, dull, silent and uninterest.
ing at home among the children. If they
haEe not mental activity and mental stories
sufhe'ent for both let them FIRST provide for
their own household.
Ireland exports beef and wheat, and live,
on potatoes; and they fare as poorly who re
serve the social charms for companion,
abroad, and keep their dullness for homt
consumption. Il is better to instruct chill
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dren and make them happy at home, than It
is to charm strangers or amuse frieads. A
silent house is dali place for young people,
a place from which they viii escape if they
can. They will talk, or think, Of being shut
up" there, aud the youth who does not love
home Is in danger.