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Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22
AN ITALIAN

Aletter from Rome, which appears in
the S,Ciss Times, tells us that Sig. An
tonic Res, a rich gentleman of the
province Of Milan, and who usually
passes the winter in that city, is the
father of three pretty daughters, of
whoc the eldest, Annette, is twenty;
the second, Caroline, eighteen, and the
third seventeen. After being four wears
a widOwer, Sig. Res, although near
sixty, married q second wife who was
very young, and the daughter of an aris-
~tocratic lawyer. Harmony was far from
reigning between the stepmOther and
young ladies. The first said they were
jealous Of her wit and of her beauty:
the others addressed the same reproaches
to their stepplOther; in short, every day
scenes of anger occurred and caused a
certain scandal in the ~neighborhood.
Last Sunday Signor Res, on return
ing from a watering place where he had
been with his wife, found that his
daughters had left their home, without
leaving any clue as to their present resi-
dence. He went directly to Milan, and
received by POST a letter from the eldest
girl, saying No u has the right to
force US to live with and to support the
whims, caprices and Immature Of q wo-
man who has neither judgment and feel
ing, and who is unworthy of occupying
the place Of our dear mother. We have
found hospitality in a good family, and
in proper time you shall know where we
are" The letter bore the post stamp Of
Milan. Siglor Res had recourse to
the authorities to help him in his re-
searches for the fugitives, but as vet they
have obtained no result. 1t is suspected
they have taken refuge with a maternal
aunt, who refuses to receive NJ. Res.
The mother of the young ladies left
them a fortune Of two hundred thousand
lire. 1t is said that they have placed
their interests in the hands of one of the
most distinguished lawyers of Milan.
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

ly a hope Of carrying the State for the
Liberals, still something may be
done in the Congressional districts. In
Pennsylvania the Liberal victory Is
almost certain. The nomination Of eX-
Governor Curtin to the Constitutional
Convention by the Liberals leaves the
State election in no doubt, and the
Grant Republicans can hardly recover
from an October defeat by the first Tues
day in November. The following table
shows the vote Of Pennsylvania since
1921.
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

1t will be seen that the average Re-
publican majority has been steadily de-
elining since 1866. There can hardly be
a doubt that the Liberals this year will
carry Indiana almost with ease. The
changes from the Grant Republicans to.
the Liberals, both in the standing of the
men and their number, are remarkable.
In Ohio the vote is not SO close, but Lib
eralism numbers some of its worthless
disciples in Ohio, and Greeley men are
hard at work. Looking over the politi-
cal slmanaes, we find that in past years
Ohio has voted as follows:
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

The Mt. Sterling Kentucky Sentinel,
says: "a few days ago we were shown
by Judge Apperson q land patent grant
ed to Brigadier-G General James Scott for
his services during the revolutionary
war, and which bears the signature Of
George Washington, President Of the
United States. The ink with which the
name is written is black and glossy, as
If it were only one day, instead Of near
ly one hundred years, since it was used.
Judging from his signature, the Father
of his Country wrote a hand a beauti-
full and symmetrical as copperplate."
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

From these figures it viii be seen that
the Republican decrease in Ohio also
has been steady, and while therei is hard
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

The " HdIie," Turin, says the follow
ing scene occurred a few days ago at a
railway station: "On a bitter cold day
a millionaire applied at the ticket office
for a thiFd-class ticket. 'WhatV ex-
claimed the official, who knew him,
{ you, sir, take a t~hird-class on such a
day as this?' Why, 1 must was the
cool reply, since there is no fourth
Glass; Il beg your pardon answered
the official, handing him a ticket, , but
there is-here is one.' The man of
wealth hastily paid for it, and rushed
forward to take his place. On the door
keeper asking to see his ticket, the
traveller produced it, but was rather
taken abaek on being told that the ticket
would not do for him. And why not?'
he exclaimed. Why, sir, because it is
dog ticket!U
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22
A REMARKABLE CANARY.

The Chicago Tribune says: One Of the
most remarkable instances Of endurance
and sagacity in the ornithOlOgical line
is at present TO be seen on South Halsted
street, in the shape Of an elderly canary
that has now reached the age Of twelve
years, and is still as spirited a sOngster
as he was ten years ago. What Is more
surprising in regard to this wee bit Of
melody is the fact that it has been stone
blind for two years past, and "lOOkS'i
down with contempt on its younger
mates at their dearth Of music, and still
Marbles his delicious music from his own
r'soDg-bOok1 with volume enough to
compensate for their shortcomings.
When darkness first came upon the lit
tie fellow he experienced much difficulty
in lOcOmOtiOn, and was constantly COM
ing in contact with the wires Of the
cage, or with the perches thereof. BY
degrees his birdship was taught canton.
and 10Y he is perfectly sure-footed. He
about with a method wonderful
to observe. On going from perch to
perch, he climbs along BY the wires, at
each step putting out the foot as careful
~ as the blind man his cane, and when
he has reached the desired position he
turns up with great vOlubility as in self
congratulation of his superior accom-
plishment. In walking on the floor Of
his cage he uses the same preeatiOn, and
IN his daily additions observes all the
forms and customs in vogue among his
more fortunate companions. In this
performance it is noticeable, however,
that he never fOrgets his infirmity, for
he washes his head with the utmost
care, always avoiding contact between
hisclaws and any portion Of the feathers
in the vicinity Of his sightless eyes.
Such sagacity in a bird 50 fragile is real
~ astonishing, and this little blind mu-
stefan Is the pride Of his owner, the won
der Of the nefghbOrhood, and we sup
the envy OF bis feathered brethren.
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

The statue Of Sir Walter Scott to be
erected in Central Park, arrived to this
city on Saturday by the steamship
Anglia from Glasgow. It Is a counter
part ofthe statueat Edinburgh, represent
ing Sir Walter ina sitting posture, with
a dog at his feet The spot selected as
the site is opposite the statue Of Shake
sDeare.
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

The Iowa girls turn out in torchlight
professions and fill the midnight air
with shrill shrieks for their faYorite can
didates.
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

In a Louisville police court, the other
day. q Mrs. Taylor announced herself to
be, like Potiphar's wife, above suspicion,
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

When Her Majesty Queen Victoria,
taken to task by a Right Reverend,
years ago, for having Ceanning's works
Of her table, and Her Majesty asked,
/" Why not?V the ecclesiastic unsuspect-
ingly replied that they contained very
Objectionable passages. "Ahr' retOrted
the gracious sovereign, II perceive you
are before mt in having read them.p
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

Last night VIII not sOon be forgotten
by the people Of Memphis. The specta-
Gle was indeed imposing. The darkness
was made dazzling with illuminations,
sky-rockets and transparencies, and the
waving Of handkerchiefs, the music and
shouts of ten thousand people, forbade
,;~b+
Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1872-09-22

Ladies dresses will be more elaborate
ly trimmed than ever this winter.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
AnInsane Moman KiIIed.

On yesterday morning after the down pas
senger train had passed McMillans Station, a
woman who is said to be deranged was run over
and received such injuries that she can not pos
sible recover.
Her identity is not exactly known, some some DE- IT,
ing of the opinion that her name Is Yum SUI w "
Gum, while the agent at McMillans MI w.
G. Bailey, was informed that her name was Ueh-
tie.
She was lying on the track, and when hr:t
discovered the engineer thought 1t was an AMI
NAL. until the train arrived within few yards,
when She raised up on her elbow and looked
around. but it was too close to check its speed,
and the pilot struck the unfortunate woman,
throwing her from the track, breaking her back
and inficting a severe cut on the back OF her
head
A dump car was sent down and she was taken
to the station, and DR.. Strong was called ln,who.
however, pronounced her injuries mortal, She
seemed to suffer the greatest agony, and was
speeches.. The railroad officials were informed
that she had relatives in this city, and active IN
quiries were made to find them. This Is the
second accident within short time, and IN
neither event was it possible for the engineer to
have prevented the occurrence.
Since writing the above, we learn that the
wOmanS name was Gum, and that she was a
resident of Blount county.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10

KNOXVILLE Tenn. May :, 1872
There has been no change in the produce
market since our last report Transactions are
confined to home wants. There has been no
shipments OF grain South the past week.
The stock OF corn and flour is larger now
than at any former period this season,
ana Ihe tendency to lower prices de-
clded; especially on -four. 1t is now ascer-
tanned that We have an abundant supply for the
nome trade, and.perhaps some to spare. Bacon
ana Lard move slowly, the trade being confined
exclusively to home wants. The warm, dry
weather Is favorable to the growing wheat. An
early harvest and abundant yield is confidently
anticipated.
Quotations of leading articles:
WHEAT-But little offered; readily taken by
our mills at Sl.75a1. 80 per bushel.
CoRN-lS worth 65a6Sc. loose buying; selling
price, 6Oa82tc in car loads, sacked.
OJATs.Good local demand at 55caGOc loose;
selling from store, 7Oa75c. sacked.
HAY-Buying priceS1 GOAL 10 per Cwt, baled {;
DRIED FRUIT-NO minal; half peaches, 3! to
&c; Apples, 44a5c.
fLoUR-Good supply; best family brands
80 OO. per sack; extra $40
BACoN-Buylng loose from wagons, 7a7!c. for
hog round. Well trimmed Hams are wanted
at l0c
LARD--Some demand at 9a9!c; selling at lOa
10!C. in tin cans.
FEATHERs-Prime, So; dnck and mixed, 4Oa
45c.
BUTTER-Prime for local trade Doc to pc
irregular lots, 10 to l5c, dull.
EGGS-l2!al4c per dozen.
IRISH POTATOES-6ja70c, loose from wagons.
RAGs-3a34c
BEEswAX-27a28c per pound.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
1 Remarkable Set.

Old farmer Cuff was one morning tug
CLING away with all his mightand main at
a.barrel of apples whichhe wasendeavoring
to get up the cellar stairs and calling at the
top of his lungs for one of the boys to lend
him hand but in vain. When he had
after an infinite amount of sweating and
snuffing, accomplished the task, and lust
when they were not needed, of course, the
"boys" made their appearance.
"Where have you been, and what have
you been about, I'd like to know, that you
could not hear me call ?" inquired the far
mer, in an angry tone, and he addressed
the eldest.
''Out in the shop, settin' the saw" re-
piled the youth.
And you Dick >"
"Out in the barn, settin' the old hen"
"And you, sir ?'
up in Granny's room settin' the
clock"
"And you, young man"'
up in the garnet settin the mouse
trap
land now Master Fred, where were you
and what were you settin' ?'' asked the old
farmer of the youngest progeny, the as
perity OF his temper somewhat sOftened by
this amusing category of answers. Come,
let's hear.n
"Out on the door step, settin' stiII.D re-
piled the young, hopeful, seriously.
"A remarkable set, must confess adj
ded the amused sire, dispensing the grin
nlng group with wave of his hand.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
State Exchanges,

We understand that the Governor of Tennes-
see has addressed communications to the Gov
ernors of the other States of the Union, request
ing them to send to the Agricultural College in
tural, Geological and Scientific works, publish
ed by their respective States, and promises to
reciprocate the favors with copies of similar
publications in Tennessee. This is a sensible
step in the right direction. Such friendly ex-
changes will tend to various good results; not
the least of which and second only to that of
disseminating useful information, will be the
cultivation of true American sentiment as dis
tinct from and superior to a narrow and sec
tional feeling.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10

CHRONICLE OFFICE-19 MARKET PLACE.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Local lettings.

Dry and dusty yesterday.
Those are crown" oranges at Lowenstens
Rodgers Bros have their new soda fountain
running now, which is one of the finest in town.
1t is of the gothic style, of white marble with
variegated East Tennessee marble, panels, silver
finished fixtures and surmounted by holders for
vases of flowers, which set it off tastefuly.
Mr.. Z. W. Taylor, kook-keeper for Mr.. j. F.
Sprague, of the Wheeler s. Wilson sewing ma
chine agency in this city, left day or two
since for Indianapolis, and it is thought by his
friends that he will not return alone. Well.
there's nothing like matrimony.
The Trustees of the University will hold a
meeting on Monday night the Goth inst
Fresh fish are abundant now in market.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
To the Voters of Knox County.

take this method of announcing myself, a
candidate for reelection, to the office of Sheriff
of Knox county at the August election, 1872 l
have been serving you in the capacity of SHERIFF
for the past two years as to how l have con-
Quoted the business Of said office, is to you well
the past, discharge the duties of the office to
the best of my ability, irrespective of party.
l cannot close this announcement without
rendering my sincere thanks to my friends of
all parties, for their hearty support in my last
lection. Y. F. GossETT
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
DAILY METEOROLOGICAL REF sRr.

Signal Service. L. 5. Army.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Distressing Accident.

We are panied to announce that Nell Har-
den, one of our Oldest citizens, met with an ac-
cident last Saturday which will likely prove
fatal. As we learn, he was sitting on some
feather-edged plank, holding them under the
saw of the saw-mil, in order to have the edges
squared, when the saw, in its upward move,
raised the plank suddenly on which he was Sit
ting and threw him backward. He fell some
ten or twelve feet below on some solid timber
with his left shoulder and side, bruising his
head, crushing his shoulder, breaking several
Of his ribs and forcing them into his left lung
His sutferingS are intense DR.. Taylor sue
ceeded in extricating the ends of the broken
ribs from the lung of the unfortunate man.
The air inhaled into the torn lung passes through
shOuder.-GrccAerNLe Sentinel
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10

There is a pretty fair demand for fat sheep at
QUoTATIoNs.-No ] fat sheep, 4!ajc. per h.;
ordinary, 2la3C.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10

Cotton dull sales, 552 bales; uplands 23s;
Orleans, "a .... .
Sales of futures to-day; 200 bales. May,
22E, % 15-1G. June, 239, . 7-16. July, 233, q
l1-16. August, 23l. September, % l1-l6, 2f.
October, 10 ij-16, 20. December, 10.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
:. Rrrd,s,, Eve Yie1E or Cincinun1s

The Kingston East Teanesseea,, under the
head of Personals has the following:
Colonel R. K Byrd, who has been to Gin
cinnati assisting in arranging the preliminiaries
says Greeley and Brown take immensely we'll
everywhere, and that it is the ticket that will
win in November next He thinks the Grant
ties are pretty badly ''skeered." The Colonel
is looking first-rate-a handsome suit of brown
broadcloth, slick new beaver, and tashlonably
shorn locks, he presents decidedly improved
appearance-looking just like a Congressman
for all the world
Significant! The Roane county bird" goes
away an ordinary looking fowl and returns with
'plumage' as gay as the peacock very bird
OF Paradise" Just like a Congressman
Zonnds!
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Get the best Scissors at RayFs.
Arrival of FreightS.
EAST TENNESSEE, VIRGINIA AND GEORGIA RAIL
ROAD.

EAST TENNESSEE, VIRGINIA AND GEORGIA RAIL
ROAD.
Rogers Bro, pgs; Peter Ritter, , PCS; Ell
bridge & Hawley, 2 pgs; T w Keeler, 2oPgs; J
w McVey, pgs; T NJ Martin, , pgs; Cowan,
McClung & Co, 10 pgs; Coffin, Martin y Co,
son. n9T pg; Il \ McLain, p gS' E J Sanford,
q pgs; Y Burger & Son, l pg; P Dickinson, 8
pgs; a NJ Spiro & Bro, PCS: Rule q Kicks, l
Pc; L LowenStein, pgs; II L Bradley, 2 pgs;
q Costa, pgsj J A Rayl, l pg; Chamberlain
i Albers, ?; Gaines, Bro & Co, pgs; Lee &
Heald & Locke, l pg; Lichtenwanger. Do:
) B Luttrell; pgs; w w Woodruff & Co. /
pgs; . b Smith q Co. 2 PCS; Williams, Sturges
s. Co, pgs; I NJ Schleier, ! pg.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
MEMORIAL DAY.
Decoration of the confederate Graves.

The Ladies' Memorial Association have Sc
Iected Wednesday, the 18th inst, as the day for
decorating the graves of the Confederate dead
in Bethel Cemetery.
Contributions of flowers are requested, and will
be received at Mrs. Eliza Sneed's, Mrs. George
NJ Whites, Miss Ann Peeds, and at the Akin
House. - .
The contribution box at the gate will be open,
so that all desiring to make donations can do so;
The clergy of the city are specially, and all
persons feeling an interest generally, are IN
Yited to attend. r...
Exercises will commence at O. clock P. NJ
PROMENADE CONCERT.
The Association will give Promenade Con-
cert and Strawberry Festival on the 20th inst,
Further particulars will be given.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
East Tennessee Notes.

The GreCnGville Sentinel recommends a desc
of buck shot for scandal mongers.
A Chattanooga school visited the Nashville
Exposition instead Of going to picnic excur-
sion. Sensible.
The HcrnLd and Tribune SAYS difficulty oc-
Cured in Jonesboro' on last Monday between
Alex. Brownlow and John g. Squibb, and
Uriah H. Squibb Brownlow we understand
was seriously if not fatally injured by some one
striking him with a rock. J. G. Squibb receiv-
ed cut by knife in the breast. but did not en-
ter the flesh far enough to cause any serious
alarm.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CANDIDATES
For Supreme Court Judge.

! For Supreme Court Judge,
:, W are authorized to announce Hon. ROBERT Nc
FFARLANID as candidate to fill the vacancy in the
supreme Court of the State. caused By the resignation
OF non. mos: A. H. Nelson. Election first Thursday
in august, 1872.
Attorney General.
We are authorized and requested to announce the
General in the Sd Judicial Circuit at the
August election
For Sheriff.
In compliance with almost daily solicitations and
inquiries by citizens of all parts of the county an
nounce my name a candidate for Sheriff NJ 'Knoy
county at the next August election, and would be
PROUD 10 nave the assistance of many of the citizens
as may choose to vote for pAe.
jams A. S. HUDIBURG.
To THE VOTERS OF KNOX County:
In response to an article in the Press and HeroId
signed Many Citizens" together with numerous LIZ
tations from friends of all parties, hereby announce
myself an independent candidate for Sheriff of Knox
county. l feel that am the peoples candidate and
if elected, as expect to be- will serve all both Tbit
and c9lOTsd with9g: paraity Having gone into the
Tuesday IN August, the day of election AA''
maOtde JOHN GIBBS.
County Court Clerk.
Wea1e authorized and requested to announce the
"ne Vi =. % p DaST as candidate for election
70 toe once OF county Court Clerk of Knox countv If
the ensuing August election. '' "'
we are aqhST5ed a9d Eequested announce the
Hane OF II b. MCLBM0RE as candidate for County
Uourt CLERK at tne ensuing August election.
Tax Collector.
We are authorized and requested to announce the
Collector of Knox county, at the ensuing Aupnst o1 ok
ton. 7 Aue"SU eIec-
TO the Citizens of Knox Coun,x
Two years ago you kindly elected me Tav co,1oo+o-
Tor the county For this favor you have had AMI Iii
ever have my profoundest gratitude. have bonoS, vi,
endeavOred to discharge faithfully and impartaIIv b
duties OF the office. And now to meet The expectaton
OF my TRENDS and the approval Of my own feelings
am candidate for election. The past is nv neS
Tor the future Thanking you for the encouragemenf
already gwen, and most respectfully asking YOUR en-
dorsement at the ballot box, am and for the neYt
two years hope to be, your Obedent servant
JOHN NJ. HARRIS
County Trustee. |
We are requested to announce the name of r r |
BEARDEN as a candidate for Trustee for Knox conn
ty at the coming August election
We are authorized to announce JAS. s. BOYD = |
candidate for reelection to the office of County Trustee
for Knox county. d2wte
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Confederate Dead

Mrs. Snced and Mrs. Elliott, of Knoxville,
visited our town last week and made arrange
ments to have the Confederate dead removed
from this place to. the cemetery at Knoxville.
These good ladies are acting under the East
Tennessee Association composed Of ladies who
are engaged in gathering together at one place
the Confederate dead throughout East Tennes-
see that are not buried in public or private GEM
etries Noble work! They left here on Friday
morning on the same business.
Our railroad authorities very kindly ship
boxes from Knoxville anywhere along the road,
for the bones of the sleeping Confederates, and
back to Knoxville, filed, free of Charge
GreeHriUc Sentinel.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Bold Robbery.

\ bold robbery was committed at the resi-
dence Of Nr. JEo. Oswald, on Henley Street
Wednesday night Some one, not having the
fear ofthe police before his eyes, drove wagon
up to Mr. o.. stable and took therefrom about
fifteen bushels Of corn. When he discovered.
yesterday morning, that his corn was gone, he
went out in the alley, by his stable, and saw
where the scoundrel had loaded his wagon. He
could trace it only to Clnch Street, where it
turned in the direction of High, and it is
thought he turned from there in the direction of
Asylum Street. No clue to the impudent
+bisf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-05-10
Remeins Talscn Home for Interment.

The death of Mrs. Emily Harold. which we
published in yesterdays paper, took place at
her mothers residence, near the edge of Meigs
county, about six 0 clock in the morning. The
unfortunate woman took pistol from her sons
valise and proceeded to the woods, about one
hundred and fifty yards from the house, put the
weapon to her head and fired She was entire
ly alone. and though the report of the pistol
attracted the attention Of her friends to the spot
with all haste, yet by the time they arrived lite
was extinct. Her remains were sent to Greene
vile yesterday morning for interment.