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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
wild Animals In Cheatham County.

One day last week, as Mr.. John Newman
was driving his wagon, loaded with fresh
pork, along the road, in the neighbOrhOod
of Darden's old mill, Cheatham county, a
large bear came ont from the timber and
stopped Immediately in front of his team.
At first the bear, led thither by the smell
of fresh meat, seemed disposed to make
known the object of his unexpected appear
ance,-but was inundated by Mr.. Newman,
who Immediately put his horses in a trOt,
aud was not long in reaching home, mile
or two distant. This was near the place
where, about six weeks ago, a panther at
tackled gentleman who, we are informed,
has been suffering of late with frost bitten
heels, and, consequently, has had no oppOr
tunity of seeing another catamOunt. The
gentleman giving us the above information
vouches for its authenticity, VIII III cannot
be doubted.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS.
Convention of the City COuncil-The
Markethouse Question Considered
No Definite Result.

The two branches of the City Council
were called together last night in extra ses-
sion to consider as to the most available
means of settling the difficulties touching
the city's connection with the Markethouse
question. In the convention OF the two
bodies, Alderman Wilkinson presided.
Various suggestions were made as to what,
in the present situation of the case, was
best to be done, and several propositions
introduced. One of these, if adopted, au-
thorises the construction Of new Market
house in accordance with the wishes of the
people, as expressed at the ballot box I;
another would direct that the building be
so repaired as to make it tenable until the
return of milder weather, and still another
suggests the feasibility of newly roofing the
old house and otherwise repairing il, so as
to make it last well for five. years to come.
Neither of these, or any other proposition,
was adopted, and, after somewhat pro-
tracted and desultory discussion, the con-
vention adjourned until Tuesday night
next, at which time it is probable some def
mite plan of action in reference to the much
vexed question Of the city's Markethouse
will be finally adopted.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24

Col. Wall, editor of that sterling Demo-
cratic sheet, the Mckenzie Times, has been
in the city couple Of days.
The Lebanon Herald pays a we'll deserv-
ed compliment to the Hon. w. II. Hum
phreys on his resuming the practice of the
law.
Our enterprising citizen, J. G. Wands, of
the Nashville Roofing Company, has just
returned Fl ON business trip to Cincinnati,
Cleveland and Chicago. In the latter city
Mr.. Wands made a number of contracts for
the use of the celebrated galvanized iron
roofing, his house has lately commenced
manufacturing.
Mr.. Fred Clapp, mining engineer, of
Cincinnati, is in the city, stopping at the
Maxwell. He will remain for several days,
being called here by professional engage
mentS,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
THE FIRE FrEND AGAIN.
Destructive Fire ON NortI, College
Gfraaf

About eleven O'Clock last night smoke
was seen issuing from the millinery estab-
lishment of Mrs. Teresa Tardiff. No. IS
North College street, and the alarm forth
with sounded. Several persons rushed to
the building and finding no enc in it, the
owner having left for home early in the
evening, burst open the doors to quen eh
the flames issuing from the rear of the build
ing. The house being of wood the flames
spread rapidly and soon communicated
with TIE dry goods and shoe stores Of
Hirsch & Co. The engines arrived as soon
as possible, and notwithstanding all the
efforts to subdue the fire, the flames were
seen bursting out at various places, as If
the fire had caught in the garnet Of the
buildings where it was very difficult to let
on water by means of the hose. At one
time the fire was thought to be under con-
troll and the goods which had been taken
from Hirseh & Co.'S house were about to
be removed back, when very unexpect-
tedly the flames were seen issuing from the
roof of the two houses, which were soon
reduced to mass of ruins. Again the fire
seemed contented with its already destruc-
tive work, but in few seconds the smoke
commenced issuing in thicker columns
AOAA viz iOOA VI OOHu 11OAaAAdh CIV oOOANe
adjoining Hirsch 4 Co.'s, and the flames
shot forth with renewed fury. The fire
department by this time got fair chance
at the seat of the fire, and by rum
ming a hose through an alley to
the rear of the buildings, succeeded
in checking the further communication of
the flames and extinguishing the fire. At
present i is impossible to ascertain the
Iopcao NH II, iofs
principally in goods.
The buildings, which were insured, it is
stated, but in what amount we know not,
| belonged to VIM. Simmons, and were worth
about S, 500. The ground on which they
were built is owned by Mrs. Howard, the
same having been leased by VIM. Simmons.
With the exception of the show cases and
few miscellaneous articles which were re-
moved across the street, the entire stock of
goods belonging to Mrs. Tardiff was de-
stroyed. Hirsch & Co. succeeded in re-
moving greater part of their stock, much
Of which is in damaged condition. They
are supposed to be covered partially, at least,
with insurance. Mr.. John Holahan re-
moved most of his goods, consisting of
shoes and boots, etc, before the
house caught sfre. He haG an
insurance Of $4,000 with Ross, Gale g. Co.,
| but does not know whether it will cover
his losses or not, most of which results
from the damage snd stealing sustained
| during the removal.
As to the origin of the fire there are va
rious reports-some say it was the work of
an incendiary, while gentleman who was
among the first to arrive at the scene, thinks
it was due to defective fue, and begun in
! the garnet.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Old Markethouse i'm Chsncery

The old Markethouse question again
come to the front in the Chancery Court
yesterday, on the argument Of the motion
by the city to dismiss the bill lately filed
against that institution, as public nu-
isance, and the motion by complainants for
an interlocutory injunction to restrain
the city authorities from renting out the
Markethouse stalls, as usual, at the COM
mencement of another year, or expanding
any of the city funds for the erection OF
one exclusive public Markethouse on the
Public Square. Messrs. Humphreys and
Lindsey appeared for the compliments,
and Player Martin, Esq, the City Attorney
in behalf of the city authorities. Chancellor
East took the case under advisement, sta
ting that he would announce his decision
within the next four DAYS.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Gen. Battle and His FRIENDS,

With true magnanimity that is eharater-
istic Of the heart, Gen. Joel A. Battle OF
the Battle House will set grand Christmas
dinner to which he has invited large num-
Der of friends. Being among those invited
we have seen the bill of fare, which en-
braces all that is rare, desirable, fashionable
and substantial, from an oyster up to a
bear. We hope to be present and wish
Gen. Battle many merry and happy
Christmas which he so well knows how and
takes especial pleasure in rendering agree
able to his friends and acquaintance.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24

We have received from Messrs. N. Kean
s. Co., an invitation to dine at the Max
well, on Christmas day, in regular Joe JEFF
ferson, Rip Van Wrinkle style, "you and
and your family" accompanied by q bill Of
fare, which would make the mouth of
Lueullus water.
Still Another-The Old Louisville.
Yesterday evening we received by mail
an invitation from NJ. Kean & Co., Proprie-
tors of the LOUISVILLE HOTEL, to partici-
pate in their 18th Christmas greeting in tie
shape of one of the best dinners ever pre-
pared in Kentucky. The delicious viands
which are set out in the bill of fare in such
profuse abundance would make Sybarite
weep that he did not have digestive powers
equal to the occasion. Then to think Of
attending Mr.. Kean's hirty-eighth Christ
mas greeting from the Louisville Hotel
| Everybody is aware that he knows how tc
keep hotel well. 1t is now evident that
he knows how to keep a hotel, both long
and well.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
A Postum supper.

All Broad street, and all the friends Of
Broad street, were out last night to partake
of magnificent 'possum supper, which
came off at the well-known house of S. B.
Spurlock & Co. The feast was bountiful,
and in the preparation of the banquet the
old Virginia mode of cooking was complied
with, which means the highest style known
to the culinary art in 'possum parlance. The
great American lunch-eater was only
eclipsed on this occasion by well-known
Squire, who was on his sixteenth 'possum
when We left, and at the same time CON-
planning of want of appetite.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
The Onern HOuse.

The famous Chapman Sisters, who have
a worldwide reputation commence an en-
gagement at the Opera House on Monday
night and continue throughout the week.
They will be assisted by Mr.. Harry Chap
man and the popular comedian j. Z. Locke,
together with the regular stock company.
Brilliant entertainments are in store for our
amusement-going public during the week.
The week following the renowned 10. JEFF
ferson appears, and already seats have been
engaged for his entertainments. Those
from the towns surrounding Nashville WHO
desire to visit the theatre during his engage
ment, can secure reserved seats by tele-
graphing to Manager Grey.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Brutal Treatment.

Last night negro named Overton, resid-
ing on Vine street, near Church, began tun-
ing himself for Christmas amusements by
absorbing large quantity Of whisky, the
influence of which soon made him forget
everything except lot Of wood he had for
sale. Seeing there was no possible chance
for disposing of it before Christmas day lie
undertook to wear few sticks of it out on
his wife. In this he had partially succeed
ed when officers Bolton and Bell interrupted
the novel amusement by arresting and tax
ing him down to the workhouse, where he
is expected to spend very quiet Christmas,
unless some friend deem his presence sufi-
GENTLY necessary at all egg-nogg gathering
as to bail him out.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Rest and Recreation.

Among the occupations of men, there is
not one, Of which we have any practical
idea, that imposes such tedious and cease
less work as the business Of getting out a
daily newspaper. 1t is with pleasure, there
fere, that those who are so engaged now and
then, hardly more than twice q year, are
respited from labor and permitted
to induce vigor-giving refreshmeni
and an opportunity to renew
acquaintance with their families and friends
In this connection we would remark, thai
but for the fact that Monday Is Christina:
Day, the UNION AND AMERICAN would
appear as usual next Tuesday morning
On Monday we, and all those with us, rest
from our labors.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
The Lebanon. Tenn. Law school.

This institution is now the leading law
school in the Southwest, and has educated
many Of the ablest lawyers of the land. Its
course embraces all the general principles
of law, ard its Moot Courts give the student
perfect familiarity with the practice. Pupils
entering on Jan. % will graduate in ten
months and get license free of cost, and
also have summer vacation in the interval
For further Information, address Hon. n.
Green. Lebanon, Tenn,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Fire Cracker supply Exhausted. e

The staid and settled class of our fellow
citizens who delight in the mellow and
soothing music of exploding fre-crackers,
will be panied to hear that the supply in
the city of those exhilarating and beauti-
full little missiles is entirely exhausted.
Last evening at the places where they are
usually kept, not one could be bought, and
it is apprehended that supplies can hardly
be received in time to dc this Christmas any
good. We have no idea what particular in
dividual is to blame for the fre-crackers
giving out so inopportunely, but if he can
be found, he ought to be as promptly pun
ished as are individuals who neglect to keep
pitch hot on certain occasions.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Presents for the Children.

On Monday afternoon, at q O'Clock,
there will be a matinee at the Nashville
Opera House, by the Chapman Sisters, at
which time Mr.. Grey, the manager, pro-
poses to give each child in attendance a
present. Admission reduced to the low
price of so cents for adults, and 20 cents
for the little ones. Go by all means, and
enjoy the opening Christmas festival.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
SIN Another-The ola Louisville.


Some mischievous chap who had an eye
to Christmas doings last night placed some
torpedoes on the dining room floor of the
Maxwell House. A waiter having accident
ally trod upon them caused an explo-
sion which frightened a gentleman so badly
that he lost his appetite and Immediately
LEFT the room, under plea of a nervous head
ache. etc.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
EDUCAzaoxAL INTERESTS.

Meeting 60 Organise the Central
Teachers' Associafion-Consti
Adoptcd-OHicersE Elected.
The second meeting of the members of
the Central Teachers Association was held
yesterday morning in the County Court
room, at the Courthouse, and permanent
organization made. The following named
officers were elected for the ensuing year:
DIR. VIM. Shelton, President; J. W. Ora
ham, Vice President; A. G. Cartwright,
Secretary; S. Y. Caldwell, Corresponding
Secretary j. Baldwin, Treasurer. The
following named members were chosen to
constitute the Executive Committee of the
Association: J. t. Fall, G. d. Hughes, G..
B. Elliott, S. S. Woolwine and z. II. Brown.
A plan of organization was adopted, and the
Association adjourned to meet next at the
Hume school building on the last Saturday
in January.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Patent RraRk0.

Yesterday evening Superintendent Thorn
as and others of the Nashville and Chatta-
nooga RriIroad made a trial Of the new
patent breaks, and the working of the same
was satisfactory in many respects. To
morrow afternoon Mr.. Thomas will take
out another train for the purpose of tho
roughly testing the breaks, which if salts
factory in every respect, will most likely be
adopted for use on the road.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Elegant JeWesry.

One of the most elegant jewelry establish
ments in the city is that of MessIs. l. NJ.
Sobel q CO., No. Is North Cherry, opposite
the Maxwell House. They have large as
sortment of most desirable jewelry and sill
verware suitable for holiday presents, and
always keep full stock of both elegant and
substantial goods at the lowest prices.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
HoItday Entertatuuent..

There will be an entertainment given al
Mulberry street Church next Thursday and
Friday night. The exercises viii be unu-
sually interesting. The Story of the Cross
beautiful cantata, will be given with other
exercises that will please every one. The
price of admission is only 20 cents. The
bare announcement Of these concerts by
the young folks of Mulberry street Church
will fill the house to overlooking.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24

For the HOlldays.-a. c. Linck, No.
"a Union street, would inform the public
that he is prepared to furnish the finest
brands Of Foreign and Domestic Liquors at
the lowest prices, and would call special at
tention to his pure KELLY ISLAND WINE;
sold by the gallon or bottle.
dacI7 tiIlian1572
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Trains DELAYED,

The passenger train from Louisville due
at A o'clock yesterday afternoon did not
arrive until u o'clock, being detained by
want of water before reaching Gallatin, and
stopping at that place nearly an hour to re-
plenish the engine. The Edgetield and
kentucky train due at 6:25 did not get in
until 7:45, owing to the same cause of de-
tpnfiOn
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
UndeIivered Dispatches.

The following kilograms remained at the
Western Union Telegraph Office, Saturday
night. Office hours Sunday, 8 to 10 A. NJ.
and to P. NJ:
Terrass & Yarbrough, Jas. 81. Moore,
Jas. NJ. Sinclair, Jos. Nash, r. NJ. Richards,
A. Rannie, Ross, Gale & Thomas, Edgar
Jones, &. W. Morrow, s. w. Edwards.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Thieves at the Fire.

A number of supposed thieves put in their
appearance at the North College street fire
| last night, but were so closely watched by
the police and citizens deputised for that
| purpose, that they did not have opportunity
! to ply their vocation to any very damaging
! extent. But few articles were stolen.
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Sunday School Festivities.

Tho Sunday school of the Christian
Church, corner of College and Ash streets,
had Christmas tree festival last night,
which proved TO be an enjoyable occasion to
the little folks. Old Kris kringle bestowed
gifts in profusion, and it was merry time
for the scholars of that tlourishing school.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Election of 0fdeers.

At the stated meeting of Edgeiield Lodge,
No. 254, +. and A. NJ, held on Friday eye-
ming last, the following officers were elected:
J. P. Bartberl, Worshipful Master; Thomas
Vain, Senior Warden; II. W. Buttorff,
Junior Warden; Alexander Joseph, Urea
surer; George w. Jenkins, Secretary; John
X. Splitter, TYLER.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
The Law COurf.

Officers having process to return will bear
in mind that the Law Court a Nashville
begins its next session on the ISt Monday
in January. The jury will not assemble
until the second Monday, but it is important
that the officers Of the Court should know
that the next session begins legally on the
lst Monday of January.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Larceny,

Last night about 10 O'Clock party of
five or six young men snapped up several
toy horns, quantity of nuts, torpedoes,
etc, from Gross fruit stand, next to the
Climax saloon on Cherry street and es-
capped with the ill-gotten gain before the
police could be called upon. If caught we
hope they will receive the punishment due
such criminal conduct.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
pora1 Havana Iot.o- 20.

Royal Havana Lottery.-S330,0O0 in
gold drawn every seventeen days. Prizes
cashed and information furnished. The
highest rates paid for doubloons, all kinds of
gold and silver, SPANISH bank bills, Govern
ment securities, etc Taylor & Co., Bank
ers, No. Is Wall street, New York.
mYl6 d&wtf
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why that Ringing.

The occasional tapping, yesterday AFTER
noon, of the new alarm bell, at fire and po-
lice headquarters, on the Square, was Incl
dent to the construction of lever power,
found necessary to the successful ringing
of tina. huge piece of mixed metals.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Freight Items

One hundred and twenty car loads of
freight, including fifteen of stock, were
shipped South yesterday over the Nashville
and Chattanooga road.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24

Furs for the HOlldays.-In order to
close out an extensive stock of Furs, COR
sisting of Russian Sable, Mink, Seal, En-
mine, Fitch, Sib. Squirrel, Otter, Beaver,
etc, we have still further reduced the price
of the same. An examination of our stock
is respectfully solicited.
LANDE l. Bro,
Manufacturers of Dress Furs,
deco lw u Public Square.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Gone to the Penitentiary.

Anderson jenkins, convicted of larceny,
and whose sentence in the Court below was
affirmed by the Supreme Court, was yester-
day taken out to the Penitentiary to enter
upon his term of service in that institution
of compulsory industry.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Pugilistic,

Two young men on North Summer street
had little game of sparring yesterday af;
ternoon, resulting in the upsetting of the
smaller one, who became convinced that on
account of bis small amount of ayoridu-
pois he was UNEQUAL to the task.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Inst 0nened.-Fina Toilet Sac. Enc

Just 0pened.-Fine Toilet Sets; Eng
glish and French Tooth, Hair and Nail
Brushes; genuine Lubin's Extracts, Ameri-
can and Foreign Perfumes, Colognes, Cos
metics, Powders, etc, together with the
finest Colognes in the city. In the way Of
the above, and a variety Of Fancy Articles
suitable for Christmas Presents, call on
Dortch & Haddox, Druggists, corner Of
College and Union streets. dec22 At
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Sold.

Major Glover's red brick residence, on
the Capitol Grounds, was sold yesterday
for SIS, on condition Of being removed
Immediately.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Broke Down.

Yesterday afternoon wood wagon and
dray collided on South Cherry street, re-
sulting in the breaking of one of the hind
wheels of the wagon, which was abandoned
by the owner and left standing in the street.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
The CHORAL society.

The Choral Society will not meet until
Wednesday, the 9th inst, al which time
all members are requested to be present, for
rehearsal with full orchestra.
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Mem Tribe of Red Men.

A new tribe, called Pocahontas, No. q,
of the Improved Order of Red Men, was
organized Friday night at White Bluff,
Dixon county. Past Grand Sachem, W.
T. Meacham. officiated in the inaugural
exercises of the occasion.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24
Buffalo,.

We saw at Hooks, on Church street, yes
terday, large quarter Of Buffalo, just from
the plains, with placard "for Christmas
dinner al the Maxwell House." We ex-
tend our hearty congratulations to the
guests of the Maxwell.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-24

Buy your Christmas goods from Geo. r.
Calhoun & CO. Moderate in prices, reliable
for quality. dec23 1w
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Truth.-The powers Of Mrs. Whiteomb's
Syrup for children are as positive as the
sunlight from heaven, and gentle and sooth-
ing as an angels whisper. dec22 d1w&w1t
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WAR DEPARTMENT,

WASHINGTON, ID. c., Dec. ., 1871.
PTObdGilitjeS.-The area of lowest ba-
rometer will probably continue to move
northwestward into Canada, with snow on
its northern borders, but rain to the south.
Southeasterly winds viii yeer to the south
west and increase in force in the Middle
and Eastern States, with cloudy and clear
ing weather on Sunday. Northwesterly
winds and clearing weather will prevail in
the Gulf States.