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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Accident ON the Northwestern Rail-.
road.

Accident ON the Northwestern Rail-.
road.
The outbound passenger train, composed
of the locomotive and three cars, which
left here at half-past three yesterday morn
ing on the Northwestern Railroad, while
running at full speed, six miles beyond
Waverly, was thrown from the track by
broken rail, smashing up things very badly
and wounding several parties, two CT whom
were severely injured. The engine broke
loose from the tender and was thrown
across the track and was somewhat stove in.
The tender was knocked up, while the bag
gage car, smoking car and the ladies' coach
tumbled down a steep embankment, caus-
ing the two former to turn over twice, and
the ladies' car was turned over
once. Both were considerably in
jured, and it is strange how the
passengers, including ladies and children
escaped serious injury. The following
gentlemen sustained most injuries. James
T. Kimsey, baggage master, jaw broken
injured severely. One of the passengers,
whose name we were unable to learn is
also said to have had his jaw-bone broken.
w. j. Collins, messenger Of the Southern
Express Company very badly bruised. A
young man named Cassidy, assistant mes
senger, cut about the head and otherwise
bruised. Others were more or less bruised,
but escaped without serious injury. The
two first named persons were left at
Waverly for medical treatment. Mr.. Cas-
sidy and Mr.. Collins returned on the
evening train to the city, and the former
was able to be at the Office last
night. The express freight was
considerably knocked to pieces, and was
brought back to the city last night. The
passengers and wounded, with the men con-
nected with the train, were placed on a
freight train and carried to Waverly, where
they were transferred to special cars sent
down from here yesterday morning. Most
of the freight in the express car, together
with the baggage was thrown out by the
conclusion, and greatly damaged. Owing
to the accident the p. NJ train did not ar
rive until 8 o'clock last night. Where
the fault lies as to the accident
we have been unable to ascertain, having
no reliable source from which to obtain it.
The officials knew very little about it yes
terday afternoon, and one of the principal
railroad men was not aware that anything
had happened at all, thinking even late in
the afternoon that everything was running
smooth and easy, and that all trains were
on time.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
UndeIIvered Dispatches.

The following kilograms remained in The
Western Union Telegraph Office Saturday
night. Office hours Sunday, to 10 a. N.
and to 5 p. NJ:
Gennett & Co; r. B. Cheatham; Robt.
Thompson; j. NJ. Carsey, Son & Co. (2);
W. II. Chad1ourne; Mrs. T. V. Moore;
Rhea, Smith & Co.; Sweeney g. Fall; NJ. r.
Rushing & Dillin: Phillips, Hooper & Co.;
Montgomery; John Barkalow; Forsyth g.
Chadbourne; Mrs. L. c. Yergin; Mrs. J. a.
Prentice.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Not Those. huf Ofhar Men.

In justice to the municipal authorities of
that place, the GAINESVILLE Chronicle says
it was the city fathers of New York and not
those ofthe Empress Of the Cumberland
who were about to commit official fraud
as indicated by paragraph in the ChrOni-
Gle of last week, and explains things by
saying: The said paragraph was dis
patch from New York, and, by some means,
was detached from its proper heating
New York-and so inserted as to be care
fully mistaken, as applicable to GAINESVILLE.
That's ALL"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Change of Location,

The office of Adam Wolf, Surveyor Of
Customs, will be removed, on the 1st day
of January, from Cedar street to Broad
street, corner of Front. This viii be more
convenient for our merchants and steam
boats, saving many long and weary tramp.
The bonded warehouse, known as the
Thompson Warehouse, bonded by Lanier
& Son, viii be given up on the 1st of Janu-
airy next, and the house on the southwest
corner of Broad and Front streets, bonded
by Vim. G. Brew, will be used as the bonded
warehouse for the year 1872.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Wounded.

About o'clock Friday evening Robert
Weitmueller and Marcus Lang got into an
alteration in the house of the former, op-
posite the Barracks, and while together in
one Of the rooms on the second story the
report of pistol was heard. Upon exam
nation Lang was found shot in the thigh
from the supposed accidental discharge of a
pistol, said to have been concealed in his
coat sleeve.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Ways that Need sIending.

Some four months ago an appropriation
was made by the city to have Broad street
beyond the Nashville and Chattanooga
Railroad, widened by filling the ravine at
that place. But very little has been done
on that work. Why is this? Persons who
travel that street by day and night are in
constant danger of loss Of life or limb be-
cause this much needed work is not done.
viii the city authorities who have this mat
ter in charge take hold of it and put it
through?
We also call the attention of the Directors
of the West End Horse Railroad to the
sad condition in which they have left that
portion of Broad street beyond Carol. Let
US have some work there,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
At the Rattle House.

Learning that he had been appointed
Superintendent of the Penitentiary, Gen.
Joel A. Battle invited Gov. Brown, the Su-
preme Judges, and Members of the General
Assembly to partake of his hospitality, yes
terday. The invitation was accepted, and
the Governor, Supreme Judges, and various
State officers, with about fifty or sixty
members of the General Assembly repaired
to the Battle House, where they were seIy-
ed to bounteous repast, consisting of eve
rything that is both desirable and substan-
tial for Initiating the epicurean's taste and
refreshing the inner man. 1t was good
dinner, well served, and appreciatively par
taken of by the honorable guests.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Proclamation By the Mayor.

VNACCORDANCE WITH THE FOREGO-
/ ing Joint resolution by the City Council Of
Nashville, do most respectfully request the
Judges, Receivers and Clerks appointed by the
sheriff 10 hold tie election on the 10th Deem
her, 1871, IN relation to the Edgefeid and Ken
tucy Railroad b receive the ballots Of the Citi-
zeas of Nashville, to be cast ON the same LAY, on
the question OF 'fNO Marke;house' or 'ffsew
MarkethOuse," 10 guard against Illegal votes,
and 70 count and make due return ~ the bgal
votes to the City Council, X j. MOERIS
decfT II
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
The Grand Conenrf

We understand that the time is near at
hand when the " Messiah" will be given by
the Choral Society, with full orchestra,
composed Of many of our leading amateurs.
Rehearsals viii be had every Monday and
Wednesday night until the concert is given.
We recognize in the Choral Society a large
number of our best choir singers, and taken
altogether the society may boast of its
talent. We are anxious to hear the
"Messiah."
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

WAX UEPAhIMENT,
OYFIOE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER.
WASHINGTON, d. C., Dec. IS. ISL


WASHINGTON, d. c., Dec. Is, ISL.
Probdbilities:-A rain storm, probably
accompanied with high winds, is apparently
threatening the coast of California. An
area of low barometer and threatening
weather will probably on Sunday extend
northwestward toward Arkansas, sOutheart-
ely winds and cloudy weather prevailing
on the Gulf coast; pleasant weather mean
time in the South Atlantic States, with
southerly winds. The low barometer on
Lake Superior will move east and south
east, with northwesterly winds on the up
per lakes, and southwest winds on the low
er lakes and in the Middle and Eastern
States, with threatening weather in New
York and New England. Cautionary sig
mails continue this evening at Chicago, Mil
waukee, Grand Haven, Detroit, Toledo and
Cleveland.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Order Revoked,

Tee following letter has been received by
r. Mop. Smith, Esq:
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, WASHING
TON, Dec. 13, 1S71.-R. MeP. Smith, Esq,
Nashville, Tenn: The President having re-
voked his order of the 14th ultimo, suspend
ing you from the office of Attorney General
of the United States for the Middle District
of Tennessee, you are therefore reinstated
in said office. Very respectfully,
A. T. AKERMAN,
Attorney General
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Nashville Opera House.

Miss Katie Putnam closed her engage
ment at the Opera House last hight. The
audience was large and appreciative, and
manifestations of approval were visible on
every side. Miss Putnam sustained five
characters in the drama of the Little De-
tective, in which she was equally as sue
cesSful as on former occasions. The after
piece was Rooney's Mistake, Mr.. Browne S
great speciality, in which he kept the house
in roar from beginning to end.
The Opera House will be closed the pres
ent week on account of the appearance of
Mr.. Forrest at Masonic Hall.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
New Appointments.

L. L. Sample, formerly clerk in the post
Office, has been appointed supervisors clerk
under Judge Emory, Supervisor of internal
Revenue for Tennessee, Alabama and Mis-
sissippi. Mr.. Sample writes good hand,
and is said to be well qualified for the duties
of his position. Capt. E. E. Winters, for
merly clerk in the Supervisors office, has
taken Mr.. Samples place in the postofiice.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Departure OF the Hfttists.

O'Baldwin and Kelly, who have been
sojourning in this city for the past three
Burns, Of this city, who interviewed Mr..
Kelly last night, and after several attempts
to salute that gentleman's nose, received a
left-handed compliment, now expresses the
opinion that Mr.. Kelly as hittist is
success. We learn that fight will proba-
bly, be arranged between Kelly and Cobnrn
within the next three weeks.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Care WOuId save Costs.

Five persons were yesterday arrested by
the police for leaving their horses on the
street without attendance. Persons driving
or riding horses are called upon to remem-
Der that the law, in order to protect life,
limb, and property, provides that those who
give their horses chance to run away or
not just as they please, are liable to arrest
and fine. Attention will save cost and
trouble,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

A few days ago man named Bruce mar
ried in GAINESVILLE little girl named Mary
Kirk, who is about Is years old. Since the
marriage it has been ascertained that Bruce
had another wife living, from whom he had
obtained no divorce. Such villainous impo-
sition upon the innocence of an unfortunate
girl should consign the perpetrator to term
of Imprisonment in the pententiary.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

JENKINS.-In this city on Friday morning
at s O'Clock, after brief Illness, ii. 9. JENKINS,
in the 3tst year Of his age
The friends and acquaintance Of the deceased
are invited to attend his funeral from his late
residence, No. 2U3 Front street, this morning at
10 O'Clock. Divine service by Rev. Mt. Mayhew.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Hnfnrfur1RfR

Yesterday gentleman named Bowan came
to the city and loaded his wagon with clean
ed hogs. While returning on South Cherry
street his horse took fright and run away,
and was stopped by coming in contact with
one of the posts in front of Uriah PEBBLES
grocery store, by which one of the wagon
shafts was broken. During the excitement
Mr.. Bowman lost S. in greenbacks,
which it is thought was eaten by the ex-
cited nag.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Yesterday evening negro was seen lead
ing an old mare along South Cherry street,
and strange to say six colts following in the
rear. Whether they belonged to the mare
or to some other animal we are not able to
say, and hence cannot give the information
desired by several inquisitive persons, who
were "astonished at the thing"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Royal Havana Ia

Royal Havana LOttery.-S330,OOO 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. 10 Wall street, New York.
my16 d&Wtf
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
ReantifnI Goods fnr q

Beautiful Goods for Christmas.
dies Ties and Cravats, Lace and Embroid-
cred handkerchief, Lace Collars, En-
broidered Linen Sets, Misses Handker-
chiefs and Linen Sets, and many other nov
elites for Christmas presents just received.
dec14 ct THOMPSON Bros. & KELLY.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Fire Mt the DoIIar Store.

Just after dark yesterday evening, chr
tain in the front window of the Dollar
Store caught fire, and for few minutes
caused considerable excitement on this Part
of Cherry street. The fire communicated
with some goods in the window which were
damaged mostly by being drenched with
water. Loss trihing.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

THE fire is supposed to have been the
work of an incendiary. A reporter of the
Banner was on the spot two minutes after
the alarm was given.-BGnner Of yesterday.
A rather suspicious circumstance. VIII
our neighbor ''pease" rise to explain.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Governor Brown yesterday appointed
James White, Esq, Road Commissioner for
the Eastern Division of ofthe State of Ten
nesSee.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

We invite our friends, AND ESPECIAL
LY THE LADIES, to call and examine our
stock of fresh supplies of Groceries, Notions.
corner Woodland and Tulip streets. Edge
field. j. II. DODD & Co
does SIT, sun & tues till dec Is.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
The Berger Family Coming.

Mr.. W. w. Fowler, business manager of
the Berger Family Bell Ringers, is at pres
ent in the city, making arrangements for the
appearance here Of that deservedly popular
troupe on the last night of the Old and first
night of the new year. They viii perform
at Masonic Hall, to crowded houses.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Choral Society.

This Society holds its regular weekly
meeting at the Cathedral tomorrow night
at 7 O'Clock. The Orchestra of the Society
will be present, and we understand that
they are to give grand sacred concert dur
ing the Christmas week, the piece selected
being the Messiah
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

A woman's suffrage bazaar in Boston has
received as donations cooking stove and
a sewing machine. The ladies of the bazaar
are grateful for the presents, but they don't
know what to do with them, One Ofthem
thinks melodeon may possibly be con-
structed from the sewing machine, but she
is utter despair regarding the hardware.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Heavy Cotton shipments.

During the last two weeks the Nashville
and Decatur Railroad has transported a
large amount of cotton both north and south.
During the week ending yesterday this
road has been moving about seven hundred
bales per day. Shipments south during the
past six days amount to 1,50O bales, ship
ments north about 5000, in all $500 bales.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

j. r. Golladsy's fity-fourth monthly
drawing viii take place at Odeon Hall, Dec.
25, 1871. One thousand splendid prizes,
among which one $1,000 in greenhacks,
four splendid pianos, one fine top buggy,
two two-horse wagons, one fine Durham
bull; extra fine mirror, 81 by 10 feet; 800
other prizes consisting of gold and silver
watches, diamonds, solid silver ware, stand
ard books, fine paintings and mirrors, blan-
kets, coverlets, etc, etc. Tickets 81, or 8
for s.. Orders by mail or express should
be addressed to j. r. Golladay, Bowling
Green, Ky. dec16 2t
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Runaway on Church Street.

A horse attached to market or express
wagon ran away on Church street, up
setting the vehicle in front of the Central
Market. The driver, little boy named
John Kerrigan, was thrown out and some
what injured by the wheels passing over his
foot and leo
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Prices IT,;so,-,, ond rhoon Un,;,

Prices Uniform and Cheap.-Until the
list OF January the prices of candies, fruits,
etc, at Chas. Robertson's confectionery
store, in the Luck Block, Church street,
viii be the same as at the Market street store,
and so reasonable as to leave no room for
complaint Remove on the first to the old
Market street stand. decIT 1w
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Edwin Forrest.

The great American actor, Edwin For
rest; opens at Masonic Hall Monday night,
and his engagement will continue during
the week. Damon and Pythias is the play
for Monday night. A large number of
seats have already been secured, and We
expect to see the house crowded nightly.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Central Market.

This new institution opened yesterday
with great eclat, and the different butchers
and vendors of vegetables did a good bust
ness. Everything passed off auspiciously,
auguring the mos unbounded success in
the future.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

At meeting of Cumberland Lodge, No.
s, last night, the following officers were
elect to serve the ensuing year: T. 0. Nor
ris, W. NJ; w. E. Dunaway, Sr. W.; F. B.
Stahlman, Jr. W; Robert Thompson,
Treasurer, and Joseph S. Carrels, Secretary.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
widow and Orphan Fund Life
Insurance Company.

THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE STOCK
| holders for the election Of Direcsors, WI be
held at the Office Of Company, Lewis Block, cor
uer of Summer and Church streets, on Monday,
the Isf January, ISz2-
decT7 9T q. h. MARSHALL. Sec'y.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Look to Your Children.-Diarrhea
Dysentery and Summer Complaint are
cured by Mrs. WhiteOmb's Syrup, which IS
sold for % cents a bottle. See advertise
ment. decl5 d1W&w1t
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Wanted.-A good, active business man
with small capital Of, say four or five
thousand dollars, to engage in the best pay
ing business in the State, none excepted.
Enquire at this Office
Nashville, Dec. II, II d. B. HICKS
dec13 At -H.r
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

NOtice.-On or before the first of jan
usry next the wholesale wine department
will be removed to the corner of Public
Square and Deaderick street, and the Wine
Room (retail) to No. II Cedar street, two
doors below the present one, of viii h due
notice will be given. P. A. DEsoR.
Nashville, Dec. Is, 1871. dec17 1w
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Ladies viii please call and examine the
new and choice goods now arriving for the
holidays at Geo. r. Calhoun & Co.'s, Max
well House corner. dec1O III
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Freight Items.

Heavy freight shipments over the Nash
vile and Chattanooga road still hold out.
Yesterday one hundred and fifty car loads
Of freight went South over this road.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Narrow Escape.

During the fire which destroyed Powers
& Hunts carriage manufacaory on Friday
night, sparks communicated to Turner
Hall, and burnt several good sized holes in
the roof of that building. 1t was fOrtu-
nate escape from being consumed.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Revival at DIR. Baird's Church

Much interest has been manifested during
the past week. Nearly thirty members will
be received this morning. The meeting
will be continued through this week. All
are cordially invited to attend.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Christmas Presents, Christmas Pres
ents.-Can and see what one dollar viii buy
at the great Dollar Store. Something new
every day.
OIL Paintings, Oil Cromos, Work Boxes
(furnished) NecessarieS, Meershaum Pipes,
Walking Canes, Ladies' Toilet Sets, Walnut
Writing Desks, and an endless variety Of
other useful and ornamental articles, to sup
ply the wholesale as well as the retail trade,
at one dollar each. dec10 eodtf
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Cheap, Cheaper, Cheapest.-Now is
is your time to buy your CHRISTMAS sup
plies at J. II. DODD & Co.'S
dec8 sat, sun & tues til dec %.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

The Nashville Gas Company are laying
3-inch pipes on Ash street, from Summer to
High. 1t will require about 500 feet to con-
meet the two streets.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

A few months ago Madame Olivier re-
fused to admit to her saloon any ladies cos
tuned in full dress. She gave the cold
shoulder to the beauties who were all
shoulders. Now it is the Crown Princess Of
Prussia who has set herself at the head of
a plain dress movement.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Atthe J8fI,

Yesterday was an inactive sort of day at
the County Jail. no prisoners being receiy-
ed at or released from that institution.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Be sure to call if you want something ell
egant in the way of Fine Jewelry, Silver and
Silyer-plated Ware. Those articles you can
get cheap, and good in quality, No. Is North
Cherry street, opposite the Maxwell House,
at l. N. SObel & Co.'S. dec17 1w
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
CITY Notices.

FurS! Furs!i Furs !!l-Great bar
gains in Furs at the Trade Palace, IA Pub
lie Square. JOHN GILGAN & Co.
dec17 IF
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Old friends and acquaintances can find Q.
A. Thompson with Geo. r. Calhoun e Co.
ever ready to wait upon them. deel0 If
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17
Marriage Guide.

Marriage Guide. = Interesting work,
numerous engravings, 224 pages. Price so
cents. Address DR.. Butts Dispensary, u
North Eighth street, st. Louis, No. See
advertisement, sep14 d6w1y
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

Call and See Us.-NO TROUBLE TO
SHOW GoODS.-GOods delivered free Of
charge in the city Of Edgefeld, by
]. II. DODD & Co.
dec8 sat sun s. tues til dec 25.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1871-12-17

IA good assortment of Serges, Sateens,
Velours and other Dress Goods, in good
quality and satisfactory prices, can be found
at MANLovE, RICHARDS & MEADoRs.
dec17 sun&Wed