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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
The FrightfnI Explosion.

-s The explosion of 250,0 900 torpedoes in
torpedo manufactory in New York is
described as follows by aperson who saw
it. Three persons were killed and three
wounded. The wonder is that so few
suffered from such a terrible explosion.
We copy from the New York Times:
A representative of the Times was
passing along Front street, in the rear Of
Fulton Market yesterday afternoon, when
his attention was attracted by the noise
of a terrific explosion, and almost in
stantly alterward another detonation
was heard almost as loud, resembling
the reports that would proceed from the
simultaneous discharge of a park of ar
tillery and the crashing noise Of the
bursting shells afterward. Then came
sharp cracking reports, as though line
Of skirmishers were engaged IN a desul-
tory firing. Fastening around the cor
ner into Beekman street. he found that
a cloud Of dust and smoke obscured the
whole north side of Beekman street,
above Front, from the view. People
we're seen running in every direction.
When the cloud was dispelled, II was
found that the front Of warehouse No.
l26 was almost completely demolished.
Around it were strewn fragments Of
every conceivable article. In front OF
the house we're seen the remains Of a
truck, 10 which were still attached two
miserable horses, fearfully lacerated and
trembling with fright and pain. An avn
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
JRDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 23, 1871.

ing-frame adjoining the destroyed build
ing had fallen partially in, and from a
lamp-post that had fallen over upon it
was seen human body, dangling by
Ione leg and portion OF his clothing,
his other limb shattered frightfully, and
his body quivering in the agonies of
death. The poor man hung for q mo-
ment and dropped to the ground when
he was borne away by some laborers who
had arrived upon the scene.
A little boy was seen lying near the
truck covered with lime and sfrag-
ments Of wood. The little fellow was
quite dead and his face and limbs were
horribly mutilated He had been sitting
on sliding celar-door directly in front
of the house containing the combusti-
bles, where he had been placed only a
few minutes before by his father, and
enjoined to remain until his parents re-
turn. The father returned to find his
child corpse, and was so completely
bewildered with the spectacle he wit
messed that he was absolutely past any
expression of grief In few moments
the child was borne tothe station-house,
e5 ehe ia.her ioilpwlng .ne corpse an stppe-
opposite was discovered little girl
searceny s";.n 'ee 9eals oiu, VINO was crying
ap.ae,"hay pseudhay ,or .I Isr @ mosncr cas- as sne lay
s.resJneu s.Nl sPoI ine s'one. one nau Deen
.aoSnh ssrJoh pn o,,e n.P y SPLINTER ana was
p.oDaD'y ser'Gus,y iuJureu. IN less shan
~ rnahl:es hli S'H ri Peisons were laAe,' rom
i; Ine rapo;sn .po; ..Ly ney were covered WIN
lame' ,,,a sne,r Iao.hes @ 'n many instances
SeI; VIZ "osua',y os eo'h W snreus, an9 sne
youies " VI sonle 81 horrioly mangieu tnat
s sne speo'a'ors, VINO nau oy lhls pme
lorlneu nn a peL,ect I'l ln9Iel'ude around sne
iiS, nSuSe, cTu'u GI aafuiy 1eheve 'ha9
f i.,e ye' Ths's Ihsereu IN 'ne'r mutlia'en
,Ialnes' II lhey were, no"eVer,, an
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
The Beethoven Centennial.

Mr. Carl Wolfsohn, of Philadelphia,
attended the Beethoven Centennial Fes-
tival, at Bonn, last month, and writes
some of his impressions as follows:
By far the greatest features was the
glorious orchestra. 1t consisted 0!
twenty first violins, sixteen seconds,
fourteen violas, fourteen violincellos,
twenty double basses, and the brass and
reed instruments all doubled; altogether
one hundred and eleven performers
Such string instruments | never heard
in my life. Many Of the second violin
lists played first in their home orchestras
The musicians we're mostly from Hano-
yer, Cologne, Frankfort, Dessau, Wei
mar, Leipzig, Brunswick, and Bonn
The first violinist was Ludwig Strauss,
from London--a remarkably fine per-
former. The leading cello was by
Gruntzmacher--a beautiful player, and
there we're many other thorough artists.
The chorus consisted Of 373 voices-l06
sopranos, 92 altos, 40 tenors and 96
bassos. II was splendidly trained
body Of singers. fully up TO everything.
Every number in the programme they
had already done many times, and there
was never any shaking or uncertainty
anywhere. Hitler conducted the festi-
val, and the next morning. at the re-
hearsal, he thanked the orchestra,
and told them that he never had
heard such playing. He is not a
young man any more, and that
meant something. Now Joachim comes
What shall say Of his playing2 l had
heard him in the quartette rehearsal be
fore. He is a wonderful artist. At first
felt little disappointment in his read
ing Of the first part Of the concerto. His
tone is generally so broad aud he has such
absolute control Of the instrument in
every way that i wonder why his read
ing was not larger. When he had fn-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
Ounint.

A Texas paper has been studying what
il calls professional peculiarities, or the
tendency of a man to identify himself
with his business, aRd gives some inter
esting results. A New York lawyer is
instanced who, in his zeal to use old
Weller's pet legal weapon, an alibi,
roared forth: 1--WE can prove that al
the very time we were accused of perpe-
trating this dreadful deed we were serv-
ing out term of Imprisonment at the
Tombs for larceny" In PELHAM" the
same trait is noticed in the fashionable
tailor, who remarks to his customer,
"We are a little narrow here; we must
be padded there" ETC., while an equally
fashionable bootmaker says, I'VE have a
bnnion on the great, and We also have a
corn on the little, toe. The queerest
fish. however. is an undertaken. He is
called In hurry. and his coffin happens
10 be a little short. 1--WE will SETTLE he
cries, during the night so as to fit the
coffin: il is astonishing how we settle
sometimes; we have been known to set
tie three inches in a single night
The same man was given to dallying
lovingly with his subjects, and was proud
when they looked well. Once he said,
Don tive look natural2 This neckcloth
needs a little fixing, and we'll do 1t. ="
And another time, viii our friends be
kind enough to take a last look at us
And on still another occasion, on receiy-
ing body from distance, he said:
Here we are, eleven days from New
Orleans, and sweet as a nut.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

ished found wonderful unity in con
ception throughout the whole, and he
had gained immensely on me. You can
well imagine that ever so many celebri-
ties we're present as the guests Of the
Committee. Among them were Niles
Gade, Raft, Sterndale Bennett, Vieux-
temps, Rancke, Gevart, and many lesser
lights of great distiction. =
AS was going TO the postofiice at Bonn,
to mail my letter, met Raft, who told
me that Wilhelmy, the great violinist,
was going to play his new concerto at
Wisebaden. / conld not resist the temp
taton, and went to hear him there this
morning. So far as tone and technique
are concerned, he is the greatest violin
ist ever heard. 1t is impossible to de-
scribe his off-hand, easy manner. But
the soul is totally wanting. True, he is
very young, but old enough to have it
now. Hearing him has made Joachim s
qualities shine out Immediately"
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
A SUMMER PICTURE.

From saffron to purple, from purple to gray,
Slow fades on the mountain the beautiful day
L sit where the roses are heavy with bloom.
And wait for the moonlight to whiten the
gloom.
Far down the green valley SEQ through the
night,
The lamps of the village shine steady and
bright; n
But on my sweet silence there creeps not tone
Of labor or sorrow. Of pleading or moan.
Low sings the glad river along its dark way.
An echo by night of its Ginning by day.
And tremu ous branches lean down to the tide
To dimple the waters that under them glide.
The night.moths are fitting asout in the
gloom,
Their wings from the blossoms shake dainty
perfumo;
I know where the cups Of the lilies are fair
By the breath of their sweetness that floats on
the air.
L sit in the shadow but 10 in the west
The mountains in garments of glory are drest !!
And slowly the sheen of their brightness drops
To rest on the hills in luminous crown.
The dew glittcrs clear whore the meadows are
green,
In ranks of white splendor the lilies are seen,
And the roses above me sway lightly to greet
Their shadowy sisters aaoat at my feet.
How sings the glad river. its waters a-light,
A pathway Of silver, lead on through the
night;
Lies all the sweet valley. the valley of rest.
BURNETTs CoooArEE prevents loss Of
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

Who wouldn't scream if caught half
and half by falling window, with moth
ing on but night dress, and two impu-
dent young men gazing where they had
no lawful right to gaze2 "Tll come up
and release you" said Troy lover.
No, you rhusn't-indeed you can" I"
replied the unfortunate fair one. But
l must--you'll be killed" No, won't t
oh heavenl call the chambermaid "
"She's gone outl' was the appalling re-
ply" let me come up" No, I'll die
firstl" Think of my love" Think
of my back, you brute, and run and call
the landlady."
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

No matter what may be mans re-
ligious faith; no matter what may be its
absurdities-still it is his faith. 1t is
the plank on which he proposes to cross
the Dead Sea. Is his conviction, and it
is entitled to the solemn respect of man
kind.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
The List of the Mechanical Division

can challenge competition, and cannot be ex-
celled for completeness in detail and compre-
hensiyencss in conception. Every Mechanic
and Manufacturer Of Memphis should be
proud to compete in such list, and should
send his best fabrics for exhibition.
The Directors of the Agricultural Society
are happy to announce that they have had the
hearty and jealous aid Of the Memphis Me-
chanics' Institute in preparing this List, who
will have charge Of that Division of our Fair.
and from whom, under their enlightened
management and personal supervision, the
complete success ever attained at q Fair or
Exposition in the Southwest. Steam motive
power will be provided to drive machinery.
and ample tests will be made before awarding
premiums.
The grounds are being set in complete order.
and every facility in the power of the Direc-
tory will be provided for exhibiting articles at
the Fair. Ample guards will be provided for
the safety of articles and animals, and feed
for the latter will be furnished at market rates.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

In Boston, says the Journal, "the old
idea that persons could not entertain
their friends without turning their houses
into a restaurant is beginning to die out
among sensible people.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

DANCING. G.-The young mems select
class will meet at Mook's Academy, 22l
Second street, Adams Block, at halfpast
seven o'clock this evening.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
In Every Department the List OF
~ Premiums IL Complete.

The Agricultural Division has been care
fully and thoroughly revised, and presents
such an attraction as should enlist all the
farmers and stock raisers of section in the
spirit of emulation, which the Society designs
to promote, for the benefit of Agriculture.
We invite competition from all our people.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

Subsequent inseruons......'..'' "
Eight lines Of nonpareil. solid. constitute
square.
Displayed advertisements will be charged
according to the sPAcE occupied, az ABOVE
rates--there being twelve lines OF soma ype "
the inch. -
Notices in local column inserted for twenty
cents per line for each insertion.
Special notices inserted for ten cents per line
for each insertion.
Notices of deaths and marriages. twenty
cents per line.
Advertisements published at intervals Will
be charged one dollar per square for eacn in-
gertion.
Toregular advertisers We oler superior m
ducements, beth as to rate of charges and
manner Of displaying their favors.
All bills for adyertisins are due when con-
tracted and payable on demand.
All letters. whether upon business or other
wise, must be addressed to.
ass.t. II. WHITMORE.
Publisher and Proprietor.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18th,

The grand Trotting Premiums. open to the
world, will be awarded.
Fastest horse mare or gelding..............sl5O0
Second fastest horse, mare or gelding...... 7oO
Third fastest horse, mare or gelding....... 80
These are private Premiums. awarded by
several public-spirited gentlemen of the city
of Memphis.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

BURNErTs CocoANE prevents loss of
hair-kills dandruf.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
RAILROADS.
MEMPHIS AND LOUISVILLE
RAILROAD.
summer Schedule June I2

Day Express, leaves. :uV Am
New York Express. daily...-.-.........lz;s 80 pm
Brownsville ccommodation.-..-....b b:OO pm
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
Commencing Sunday, Sept. 3, n
Until FURTHER NOTICE TRAINS
L will run hailv ns fnlInMa.

Until FURTHER NOTICE TRAINS
u will run daily as follows:
Leave 80 q. m
Leave Hopeheld... 6;3Ja IN
Arrive at Huntersville 40 pm
Arrive at Little kock ..................6;l5 y. IN
Returning. arrive at phis..........6:O0 p m
Ferryboat leaves foot of Union street at 1850
am. promptly. Close competition made at
Devall's Bluff with Railroad Packet Com
pany's line Of steamers for all points on WHITE
RIVER. Connecting at Little Rock with regu-
Arkadelphia, Washington, and points in
Texas; also with steamers on the Arkansas
river for Pine Bluff. Fort Smith and interme-
diate points. and with trains on the Little
Rock and Fort Smith railroad.
ss- For tickets Or information apply at
of Memphis and Louisville railroad 2S71S
Main street, or at Office of Memphis and
Charleston railroad, 278 Main street.
A. S. LIvERM0RE, Gen,l Sup't.
G. p. OAKLEY. Gen'l Ticket Agent.
2-27l ALEX. MADDELL. Passenger:Agent:
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

For four-horse coach OF omnibus.........l 0l
For a two-horse hack or carriage lpublic) 81
For each person, whether in carriage, on
horse or on foot. .... 0t
For children under twelve years Of age
and over Six. ........ q
Ror children under six years Of age ..... Free
For Premium list apply TO OF address the
Secretary, Office of Chamber of Commerce,
Memphis, Tennessee. Entries may be made
by letter to his address. zHl
Irhf JACOB THOMPSON, President.
LEON TROUsDALE. Secretary. l5-4U
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
Prof. Matthew r. MTaury.


Known throughout the world as man o
Genius, Science and Learning, will delive
the Annual Address on Monday. October 10th
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
A TROTTING PREsfIUM

for the best trotting horses, excepting the
second day TUESDAY, 17th), when there will
be a PACING MATCH. ffts.t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23

ELEGANT SLEEPING CARS WILL RUN
the l2.45 IN train. The a. IN. and 5 10 p. m.
train does not run on Sunday. T-t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
FAIR.
1871. 1871.
MEMPHIS FAIR!
THETHIRD ANNUAL FAIR OF THE
Memphis Agricultural

WILL DE HELD AT THEIR FA1R
w Grounds. four miles east of tho city of
Memphis, Tennessee,
Commencing October 10th, and con-
tinuing Six Days.
The Premiums offered amount to sI5. 900.
These Premiums are distributed fairly be-
tween the Agricultural and Mechanical Di-
visions. Every day there will be
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
sHAn1ss. So EACH.

90 PRIZES IN PLANTATIONS. ELIGI-
20 Bile Business and Resilient Properties;
I2S prizes in Diamonds, Watches, Pianos,
Organs, Silver Plate. For fun description see
Circulars. .HT ..f tL
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1871-09-23
Grover & Bakers
POINTS OF EXCELLENCE.

Beauty and Elasticity Of Stitch.
Perfection and Simplicity of Machinery.
Using both threads direct~ from the spools.
No fastening Of seams by nand and waste Of thread.
Wide range of application without change of adjustme1
The seam retains its beauty and rmness after washing
Besides doing all kinds Of work done by other Sewing
the most beautiful and permanent Embroidery al
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16
WHAT Is VINUM ViTEg

This wine is prepared to take the place of
Whisky and other spirits known to be made up
OF Fusil Oil aud other deleterious articles The
Wlne OF Life is distilled with great care etpec-
tally for those who require healthy stimuiant,
and tor the use of Med zeal Men and Nurses 10
the sick room, in place of the yill.inous Brandy,
Whisky, and other Liquors now in use, and so
often depended upon. In fact, it is constant
complaint OF Physicians in this country, that it
is impossible to procure Brsadr, Whiskey and
Wine for their patients. We ask the Medi-
cal faculty and the public to give Warmers Vim
um Vita or Wine of Life n trial, and ask
chemists AMI physicians to analy re it, then speak
of II according to Its merits, compare II with
Whisky, Brandy. and other such articles, and
the difference. Ii thes find the Wine of Life
10 pure ami wholesome, and the other Liquors
poisonous, (which they certainly viii do,) then
they are morally bound 10 prescribe and RECON-
mend the Wine Q: Life TO their patients and
friends as the best stimuisut and tonic in use,
sn d as valuable substitute for Nh;skev aud
Brandy but should they find il not pure and
what the proprietors claim for it, let them pub
licy denounce 1t. 1t is the Physicians duty to
learn and find ont which Is the most wholesome
stImulant for his patients, and 20 do so he must
examine and}ook into the quality Of each article,
and !esrn for himself i! the Wine Of Life has any
peculiar merits to warrant its general use The
proprietoTs claim the " lue Of Life to he more
wholesome and far superior and cheaper than
whiskey or brandy, or in fact, any other article
10 common use md ought to be used in every
family. Every body sh 1uId give it trial. 1t i:
a thing, ooiy been in use aho1t one veal, y et
It has alreai' gained great name and wen.
aerfnl sale. and whoever once tries il alway,
recommends it to his friends. 1t has the sam,
strength whi.key, but it Is peculiarly pleasant
| even delicious, and any would be crazy t
tax whissey de, ifhe car get the Wine Of Life
It is for sale by Druggists every where, 10 quar-
bottles, price dollar cen be bon ght hy the
case oontsining dozen bottles, for ton dollars
We challenge the world to produce purer
cheaper. and nicer article than Warmers Vinuu
Vita, or Wine Of Life. Take bottle Of it HON,
and give it trial. doaw thur 4wly
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16
We Believe n AdvsrtlsIu9.

The AxGUs Office is the best in Western Iii.
pois.
1t Is the most thoroughly managed, the bes,
equipped and appointed, aud has the most SIX HI
ful workmsI money can procure.
We do all manner Of work in the MOS,
expeditions manner.
We can print cards on double enamel. pearl!
anti que, bristol, china, in gold, silver, sints
oolOrs.
Our visiting and Wedding cards command
universal sd N iration.
Our b.n and invitation cards are Topographic
ssl models
Business cards, shipping cards, railroad cards !,
stair cards show cards, or any other cards, done
at the shortest notice.
Bill heads, checks, drafts, letter heads, envel-
opes, statements, or bills of lading perfeotly
-cuted.
We do splendid poster work, ofevery desorip-
ion.
Lawyers briefs, catalogues, folders, price
lists, speeches or sermons, printed at the ARsUs
9lice unsxeelled.
We print warranty deeds, mortgage deeds
quit claim dssds, tax sale deeds, bonds for deeds
crust deeis, manufacture blank books, and do
Any other kind of work that can be ordered.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16
EEIE RAILWAY.

TIE GREAT THRoUGE ROUTE TO TIE East
This com Jany now control and operate thirteen
hundred N les OF road, extending from CGnciu-
nsSi Cleveland, Dunkirk, Buffalo and Rochester
20 New York.
1t is OF the six feet gauge, nearly Q third wider
than other roads, enabling the company to con-
s!ract and ooa5hes correspondngly larger
sad more comfortable. Its trscS has been placed
in thorough repair by the substitution of steel
rasls at such points ssbjs ctsd TO the great
est service, and where the highest rate u speed
required to be made.
New snd improved sleep ng coaches accom- pany
might trains. They a-e heated by steam, per
fectly Ventilated, contain elegant aud spsciJu.
DRESSING and ssste rooms, and combine all the
LAO deru improvements.
Excellent dining saloons are located at con
'enlent points upon the line, where ample tim
IL allowed for meals.
Three express trains daiiv are run from the
~estern term nj of the road t. New ork without
tange, making az quick time as by any other
ate.
The long distance run without chAnge-8s0
niiies-and the spacious recommendations of its
broad gauge coaches, especially commend this
route to families and ladies.
Tickets via this popular line be obtained
at all principal ticket Offices throughout abe
oouutrp
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16

REMIrTENT FEyERs. THE WAY TO Els
CAPE THEM.-A dose of PLANTATION Bfr-
TIERS, taken night and morning, will enable
the system to repel the deleterious Influence
Of these fruitful sources OF epidemic disease.
1t is in evidence that In many instances
where the greater portion of the population
of an entire settlement have been Frustrated
by bilious remittent fevers, the few who have
had suifi cieDt forecast to Ike the Bitters as
preventive, have escaped the scourge. AS
a remedy after an attack has actually com
menced, this celebrated tonic and anti bilious
elixir is invariably efficacious. In such
cases, if taken when the fever is off, it will
soon control the paro1ysms, and when the
patient is convalescent, it will restore the
appetite and recruit the strength more rap
IDLY than any other stomachic and invgor-
ant in use.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16
Hervcla DEBILITY.

With its gloomy attendants, low spirits, de-
preston, Involuntary emissions, loss Of semen
spermstOrrhns, loss of power, dizzy head, loss c:
memory and threatened i'm potence and i'm secii;ty,
hnd sovereign cure in Humphrey HousO
pathic Specific No. TweAty eight. Composed Of
the most valuable mild and potent cGratves, they
strike at once at the root of the matter, tone up
the system, arrest the discharges, aad iupsst
vigor and energy, life and vitality to the entire
mao. They have cured thousands of CASES.
Price IS per package of five boxes and vial OF
powder worth s., which lie very important ia
obstinate or old cases, or 81 per single box.
Sold by all druggists, and sent by mail On receipt
Of price. Address all letters, Humphreys
specEho Homeopathic Medicine Co., 562 Broad
way, New York. Iiulyld2wIy
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1871-02-16
LOCAL COLUMN.
a Rare Chance.

Mr.. A. Bamberger has bought at bankrupt
sale the following goods: Five hundred pieces
Prints, 900 pieces Muslin. 800 pieces Russia
Crash, 90 pieces No. Feather Ticking, leo pieces
Check, Hickory and Denim, Zoe dozen Fine
Linen Shirt Bosoms, 500 dozen Ladies and
Gents Hoe, 200 pieces Jeans, leo pieces all wool
Cashmere, 10 pieces Irish Poplin, the best Brands
Of sll colors in Kid Gloves, and q large variety
OF goods of every description. He proposes to
dispose of these goods at great reduction, and
to give the public the benefit of it. Those de-
circus of occurring bargains are invited to csll
and examine