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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27
A HAUNTED HOUSE.
Strange But True story.

On Sunday afternoon, party of young
gentlemen visited house in the vicinity of
the fair ground, that has for some years
past had the reputation of being haunted.
After the party arrived in front of the
building they debated the propriety Of en-
tering as they felt well assured that there
was nothing to be seen or heard; in few
moments, however, one of the
party gained an entrance, by the
front door; the whole party
then entered, pausing to give the shadOwy
occupants an opportunity of committing
some overt act. They had not long to wait.
The door by which they entered, and had
closed behind them, few open with bang
that well nigh lifted them out of their boots.
The entire party then seized it and tried to
close It, but found to their establishment it
would not bulge. Just then window sash
flew up, the floor began to rock and tremble
as if seized witha tremendous "it of ague."
At this the party looked at each other in
blank establishment; kind of Weakish feel
ing seized them, causing them to wish
themselves well out of the ''scrape," yet
out Of pure brvado they stood their ground.
Not long, however, for in a few moments
groans and shrieks issued from every direc-
ton, as ifthe building was literanyspacked
with unearthly beings. That was more
than any one of the party could
stand, so they turned and fed
in wild dismay, regardless of shame, prefer
ing the jeers of men rather than the COM
pany of spooks.
This is not the first party that has fed
from that building, and the strangest part of
it all is that each time it has been in broad
daylight. The above is vouched for by
twelve reliable young men. We were not
of the party, and tell it as 'tw as told to us.
Will not some one investigate thismystery?
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HORRIBLE AFFAIR AT wAYNEs-
BORO.
A Woman developed tnFIames Walks
Mile Through the Snow for
Assistance.
Falls Painting at the Door Burnt al.
most to O CrasD.

A correspondent writes us that on the
morning Of the 22d inst, about two hours
before daylight, strange woman rushed
into WaynesborO screaming as she run.
She went to the Louise Of negro man, the
first house in her course, and begged for
admittance. Of course the negro was
frightened, and did not let her in immedi-
ately, when she tainted and fell at his door.
She was then taken into the house and was
found to be in dying condition, without a
rag Of clothing on her body, which was
almost roasted. Medical assistance was pro-
cured, and on being questioned, she said
she had stopped at an clubhouse to stay all
night, about one mile from town, and had
built fire and lay down by it and went to
sleep, and did not wake up until her clothes
were in a fame. She had to go distance
of mile before she could get assistance.
She further stated that she would run a
piece and then lie down and Wallow in the
snow, which was two or three inches deep.
When she reached the creek, she Waded is
for soDe distance, notwithstanding the Sc
verify of the " Gather. Our informant writes
that the flesh all over her body is literally
scorched to a crisp, and falling off the bones
At the above mentioned date she was still
alive, and apparently in her right mind, but
it was thought that death would in few
hours relieve her Of her great suffering. 1t
was stated that she was Just recovering
from a severe attack Of measles. This Is
one of the most shocking incidents of suf-
fering humanity ever known in that coun-
ty, and the statement comes to US from a
source that is entirely reliable, apd we can
vouch for its correctness.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27
BARRIERS Convention.

The Convention Of BARRIERS" was called
! to order yesterday at y NJ. in the County
| Courtroom, by Nelson Walker, ofthe Max
well House Shop, and thereupon the meeting
was organized by selecting Phoenix, Chair
1 man pro ten., and Thomas Wells, Secreta-
| ry pro tenn.
A. Mckay, J. w. Sloss and Anderson
were appointed a committee on permanent
organization.
Appropriate addresses were made by A.
q. Ewing, ID. W. Watkins, S. Lowery and
others, touching the objects Of the conven-
ton and the benefits resulting from proper
organization. At the conclusion of the ad-
dresses the Committee on Permanent Or
ganization made the following report, which
was adopted Nelson Walker, President !;
John Raines, Vice-President; A. G. Ewing,
Secretary; W.Webster, Assistant Secretary.
Upon taking the chair, Nelson Walker
spoke at length, thanking the Convention
for the honor conferred upon him, and
urged a speedy action in behalf Of the
widows and orphans.
REPRESENTATIVES,.
The following representatives from va
riOus places were present at the Convention:
Phoenix, of Nashville; Charles Smith, Muir
freesboro; James Brown, j. S. Watkins,
George Maxey, Nashville; +. Washington,
Lafayette; Allen Anderson, Knoxville;
Polk NOtson, Franklin; Alexander
Jones, Pulaski; Lewis Cheatham,
J. Lyttle, Murfreesboro; John Rains, Mem
phis. Among the Nashville BARRIERS were
present Andrew Woods, VIM. johnson,
VIM. Butler, A. Mckay, George House,
John Thompson, G. w. Keeble, NJ. San
dress, Thomas n. Walker, Thomas Cash,
4. p. Thompson, G. W. Lytle, L. P. NJ.
Watkins, B. L. Hendry, R. SmallwoOd, j.
W. Morse, Andrew Shane, Henry Wood,
A. Lillard, Thomas Wills, s. w. Keeble, S.
ChalbOurne, Aaron Foster, Andrew Foster,
J. H. MCGOWAN, Richard MCGOWAN, Rich'd
Blackwell, w. H. Haywood, G. Caruthers,
BENJAMIN F. Petway, George Barbour,
Rush Morton, H. Allen and Samuel Rails
ton. The following committee was ap-
pointed, and the following resolutions
adopted:
COMMITTEE ON CoNsTITUTIoN.-PhG-
nix, Jas. Sloss, E. Earthwood, Z. Martin
and d. Watkins.
The Committee on Rules and Regula-
tons made the following report, which was
adopted:
Resolved l. That no member shall speak
more than three times upon any suDJect anu
shall not occupy the floor more than fifteen
minutes each time.
2. That no member shall absent himself
from the room without consent of the
body.
8. That no person shall be interrupted
while speaking, unless he be ignoring the
subject under consideration.
4. That no harsh word shall be used to-
ward one another during the discussion of
any subject.
3. That this convention will meet at 10 |
A. NJ. and adjourn at P. NJ. each day OF
its session.
A motion was made to read letter from |
the BARRIERS of Maryville. After some dis
cuSsion the motion to read was tabled.
The convention adjourned to meet at |
10 AN.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27
Accidentally Killed,

Asa freight train of the Nashville and
Chattanooga railroad was coming through
Rains cut, about two miles from the city,
at O'Clock yesterday afternoon, a brake
man named James Whit Johnson, fell
from his car and was so severely injured
that he died in about tive hours. The de-
ceased was an unmarried man, abont "A
wears of age, and was raised three miles
this side Of LaveTgne. He had been rail-
reading snly about six weeks, and
resided previous to that time
with his father, William johnson,
between Hickman and Union City, twelve
miles from the latter place. The remains
of the deceased was brought to this city
and Coroner Everett being notified sum-
moned a jury of inquest composed OF the
following citizens: A. D. Eubanks, j. ID.
Swan, F. Deaderick, Larry Ryan, j. w.
Carlin, J. n. Watson and John q. Greene.
After hearing the testimony Of DIR. Eve,
w. n. Austin, conductor, John w. Austin,
brakeman, and Major Anderson, the jury
retu ned a verdict that the de-
ceased came to his death by acct
dentally falling from train No. 10 of
Eourtb section at or near Raines' cut on the
Nashville and Chattanooga railroad. John
son had q severe cut over the left and
under the chin, beside his right between
the sboulder-blade and elbow received an
usly cash, and one of his legs was also in
fured. Superintendent Thomas had the
remains placed in coffin and his person
washed and properly dressed by X: d.
Groomes q Co. Every attention, in tacey
vas shown the deceased by Superintendent
Thomas, and the remains will be shipped
this morning to his father.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27
THE COURTS.

CIRCUIT CoURT.-In this Court yester-
day the following cases were dispL sed Of
Benjamin D. Barnes, administrator, vs.. W.
R. Willeford, action of ejectment, judy
ment for one cent damages. L. J. Nichol,
admx. VS.. Colyar, judgment for So, 1851.
Henry Stone vs.. Enos Hopkins, judgment
for defendant. The opinion in the case of
the Commercial Bank VS.. The Mayor and
City Council, an action 10 recover taxes
paid Improperly, has not been delivered:
COUNTY COURT.-In this Court yester-
day Fannie Holland, coloTed, aged eight
years, was apprenticed until eighteen years
of age to Lizzie Graham.
MAGISTRATES COURTs.-Charlie BerCh
and Sam Curn, both colOred, were arrested
upon the charge of stealing sod from F. r.
Rains, living south of the corporation limits,
and brought before Justice Wilkinson. For
want of necessary testimony the accused
were discharged.
A colored youth named Ephram Sears,
residing in North Nashville, was before
Justice Baskette yesterday for shooting a
''yaller cur dorg" belonging to Mariah
Works, one of his colored neighbors. Upon
payment of costs he was discharged from
custody,
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New Advertisements.

W. J. Arlington is a candidate for re-
election to the office of County Trustee.
Samuel B. Davidson is a candidate fol
County Trustee.
Whiteman Bros, OF the Manchester
Mills, have in to-day's paper an attractive
advertisement. They want rags, old books,
pamphlets, etc, which are brought by them
for the highest market price. This firm
offer unusual inducements to those wanting
cotton yarn paper, merchants yellow envel-
opes, etc. Read their card.
Read the petition for incorporation of the
Tennessee Colored Agricultural and Me-
chanicsl Association filed in the Chancery
Court.
Wet nurse is advertised by Father Doyle,
at the Cathedral.
Board for lady and gentleman is otIere d
at Al South Spruce street.
The Southern Newspaper Union have in
to-day's issue card from the n. Y. Union
Joseph and Edward kid gloves for 81 a
pair, Just received at Chas. Richheimer &
Co.'s, 46 College street.
Hazard & CaswelPs cod liver oil.
Corsets, spring and summer pOplins,
dress goods, parasOls, and every thing TO
suit the ladies, can be found at q. Rice &
Cos.
Nathaniel Baxter, jr., Clerk and Master,
advertises the following houses for rent:
House No. 2S5, South Summer street; house
No. 1o3 South College street, and the house
on the corner Of Maple and South Franklin
streets. Persons wishing houses would
consult their interests by calling upon Mr..
Baxter, since these houses are in pleasant
neighborhoods, and are large and conVe-
Dient In their appointments.
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The Fast of Forty DAYS.

The quadragesimal fast, or fastof forty
days, observed by the Episcopal and
other churches before Easter, is. fast
drawing to close. The object of
this fast has always been disputed,
but it is generally regarded as a pre-
paration for the joyful season of Easter.
st. Jerome speaks of the fast as memorial
to the Savior's passion, and agrees with St.
Leo, St. Augustine, and the other Fathers
of the fourth and fifth centuries, that it was
not instituted by the Apostles, and Protes-
tants commonly hold that it was not estab-
lished until the second or third century.
At first there was great diversity in the time
and manner of its observance, but its dura-
ton was soon fixed by the Church
at SO days, to which four were
subsequently added. The Episoopalians,
who recognize Lent, as the reader
is aware, leave the matter of observance to
individual judgment; but the Roman Cath
ole and Greek Churches lay down strict
rules, which, unless in extreme cases, are
carefully carried out. In this city the sea-
son, some few years ago, was scarcely no
ticed save by few; but now almost every
church in the diocese has especial services"
at which addresses are delivered appropri-
ate to the occasion. To outward appear
ance it has little effect on the places of
amusement, but it is a well known fact
all such ''yanities' are Stunned during
Lent in "Church" circles. This increasing :
observance Of the fast is accepted by many
as a sign that religion, after all, is making
some Roadway among US, and that people
go to place of worship net merely for the
purpose of critic sing their neighbors'
apparel, or to see and be seen. or to hear
some sensational" preacher, but for the
sole purpose of prayer and praise.
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FORTY THOUSAND DOLLARS
WANTED.
The Tennessee Agricultural and Me-
chanics Association.


At a meeting of the Directors of the
Tennessee Agricultural and Mechanics As
ISOLATION held yesterday. the following res
olutions were adopted:
Resolved, that the stockholders Of this
Association be notified to attend the annual
meeting to be held on the Sth day of April
next, at 10 O'Clock, with the view of taking
such steps as they may deem proper to re-
lieve the Association from debt; also, to
elect Directors for the ensuing year.
Resolved, further, that unless the sum of
$4,000 be subscribed the property will have
to be subjected to the payment of its LA
bilitles.
Resolved, that the General Agent be in
structed to earnestly request every stock
holder to be present on that occasion.
The above resolutions look rather gloomy,
as it indicates in one of them that unless
the sum of forty thousand dollars be sub
scribed, the property will have to be sub
iected to the payment of its liabilities. We
would regret very much to see this enter
prise, which promised so much benefit to
our city and county as well as to Middle
Tennessee at large, fall through for want
of the necessary support to its capital stock,
and we hope that before the annual meet
ing, the necessary amount will be forth
coming. By the legislative enactment,
giving the directors the privilege of
prizes this spring, it had been
hoped that the Association would be
entirely relieved of debt, but this scheme
being abandoned because prosecution was
inasmuch as the law was con-
strued as unconstitutional, some other
method will have to be adopted to rid the
Association of its debt, or as the resolution
expresses it, the property will have to be
subjected to the payment of its liabilities,
and the grounds, the costly amphitheater
and many other handsome and substantial
put up to the highest bidder.
We hope for a different solution Of the
troubles existing, and hope that the $40,-
300 may be raised.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27

To the Chamber Of Commerce and
Merchants Of Nashville EVANSVILLE,
March p, 1S72-Gentlemen / understand
that it Is currently reported through the
city that the Upper Cumberland River
steamboats, are working against the inter
ests Of the merchants of Nashville and in
favor Of Louisville merchants, which l pro-
nounce as false. 1t is also alleged that l
have furnished free passes to Louisville
merchants and their clerks to drum for bust
ness in the Upper Cumberland River, which
is entirely false, as l never was asked by
any person from Louisville for such pass.
have written to and personally asked Ken
lucky merchants to give Nashville the pre-
ference over Louisville, and if they would
come here, would pass them free over my
line Of boats, and if they were not suited
here would pay their railroad fare to Louis
vile. / offered those inducements to assist
Nashville and her merchants.
| also hear that am discriminating in
the rates of freight against Nashville and in
favor of Louisville, by taking the latter city's
freights at lower rate. This charge is al
so great falsehOod, as all freight, no mat
ter where it comes from, is charged, accord
ing to its classification, the regular local
rates from Nashville.
So, gentlemen, if other cities are out
Iivaling you in selling goods to the Upper
Cumberland merchants, DO not for one
minute blame me with it, as it is your own
fault, by not working properly for their
trade, and by holding out such liberal in
ducements as paying their fares by rail or
river, hotel bills, ETC.; ard when you have |
them here, make them feel at home by tax |
ing them to your residences, places Of |
and churches, as 1 have often |
done myself Respectfully yours,
WIN. DIX, Supt,
Upper Cumberland River Packet Co.
mh22 cod fri,sun&Wed
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DR.. Baird, editor Of the Daily Chattanoo-
ga Herald, was in the city yesterday.
Rev. T. 0. Summers. Jr., now of Green's
boro, Ala, is at present on a visit to his
father and relatives in Edgefeld.
Mr.. G. W. Crozier, Jr., of Knoxville, is in
the city, soliciting subscriptions to the
Journal Of antiquity, devoted to science,
literature and art. This journal is pub
lished quarterly by DIR. c. w. Crozier, at
Knoxville, and affords a good advertising
medium.
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RIVER News.

The river continues rising at this point.
with feet on Harpeth Shoals. Weather
which opened cloudy yesterday morning
cleared on, and was Afterwards bright and
pleasant.
The Tyrone arrived yesterday. Her car
go comprised 1000 bags corn, 2l5 bales
hay, 800 bbls flour, and 80 or 40 tons mis-
cellaneous freight.
Inc Raven returned from the shoals with
barge of salt in tow.
The EddyviIle departed for New Albany
with load Ofpig iron.
The u. w. Thomas cleared for Evansville
light.
The Messenger did not get of, but leaves
for PittsbUrg direct to-day.
Mi Lord met with an old friend yester-
day II the person Of 10. Satterfeld, engin-
eer OF the Messenger, a school companion
In P1ttsburg some seventy-6ve or thirty years
ago. A revival Of "reminiscences in their
early lives kept them busy chatting all the
day. Capt. Satterield says that Nashville
has changed some since his last trip TO this
city on steamer some twenty-five years AGO.
II was customary then for boats from Pits
burg to be loaded with -four, whisky, pots-
toes, onions and iron, instead Of glassware
as at present. Now, he says, Nashville is
able to send considerable produce the other
way.
The Ada Heilman and r. w. SkiTingsks
from Cincinnati, are expected.
Z The bully Tyrone is the regular packet
for Cairo this evening at 4 O'Clock. CsIt.
Harmon commands, the Hards in the Oflsce,
and Fayette Spillers at the wheel. Congsr-
satiOn sufficient.
The Umpire will go to the head Of the
hollow, leaving the wharf this evening at 4
O'Clock. Capt. Bateman in command, and
w. Ii. Cunningham in the Office.
Geo. Hugle and Jim Clark are star
gazers on the Messenger.
PITTsBURG, March 26.-The Mononga-
hela river has fallen % inches, and Is now
stationary. Weather clear.
CINCINNATI, March 26.-The river has
fallen IA inches; IL feet inches in the
channel. Weather clear.
CAIRO, March 26.-Arrived, Chas. W
COwan from Louisville, Weather clear aD 4
cold.
LATER-The river has fallen 8 Fp-ly "a
Weather clear. Thermometer as.
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Rane61 Tonight,

R. ]. Johnston, the favorite comedian
takes benefit at the Masonic Theatre to-
night, and on this occasion will present a
bill that cannot fail to please. Among
other attractions, il is announced that Chss.
Decker, the smallest man in America will
make his first appearance upon the dramatic
stage as Mr.. Timothy Toodles, jr. All the
attaches of the theatre have volunteered
their services, and three choice pieces will
be produced, the bill in fact being very at
tractive one. Mr.. johnson is an excellent
actor, and we hope to see him have rous-
ing benefit.
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CITY NOTICES.

Southern Newspaper Union. We
learn that A. j. Aikens, the originator of
the auxiliary system of printing newspap-
ers with general advertising and general
reading on one side, has organized a stock
company at Nashville, Tenn, with $4,000
capital, and is now ready to ell orders for
the Southern States for Democratic, Re-
publican and Independent Newspapers
N. Y. Union. IL
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-27

At meeting of Temple Division No. %
March %, the following officers were elect
ed for the ensuing term, six months:
Thos. 0. Morris, W. p; r. /. Camp
bell, r. s.; W. II. Adams, A. r. S; Z. w.
Adams, Treas; w. B. Thompson, F. s.;
Jos. S. Carols, Chap; Theo. Willard, Con-;
A. J. Stacey, 1. S.
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PunoraI OF Hcnry MUrrav. ESQ.

The funeral of Mr.. Henry Murray, who
was murdered by Jones, the negro burglar,
took place yesterday and was largely
attended by the MSonic fraternity, Of
which the deceased was a member, and a
large number Of friends and acguaintances.
The high esteem in which Mr.. Murray was
held while living by our citizens was eX-
pressed yesterday by the tribute paid to his
memory,
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STATE OF THE wEATHER.
WAK DEPARTMENT,
OBBIOE OF THE OHIHB SIeHAL OFFICER.
WASHINGTON, ID, O., March 26. III,

UBBIOR OF THE UHIHB bIGHAL OFFIORR.
WASHINGTON, D. O., March &c, 1872.
PrObGbiIities-Cl and cloudy weather
with northeIly 70 westerly winds will pre-
vail on Wednesday over the Southern and
Middle States very generally, and will ex-
tend over New England by Wednesday
evening. The barometer will continue
falling north of the Ohio Valley with south
erly winds and probably pleasant weather.
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There was quite rush yesterday at K.
Dorman's Music store to secure seats TO
Olive Logan's Lecture. 1t would be ad-
visable for all those who desire comfort
Friday night, TO reserve their seats in ad-
vance as the indications are Of crowded
house.