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sASLEEP ON THE TRACK.
The Danger of Tight Boots.

As previously stated in this paper, the
colored people assembled in great numbers
at Guthrie city to celebrate the Fourth of
July, and among those in whom devolved
the management of the days doings was a
colored man named Henry Lamb, living on
Mr.. Sandy Johnson's farm, between Tate's
and Hampton's stations. Having while en-
route home that night stopped On the track
to pull off a tight boot, he fell asleep and
was struck by train which broke both of
his legs below the knees. The unfortunate
man has always borne good character,
been a faithful servant, in consequence of
which he is being kindly cared for by his
EMPLOYER.
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Almost serious.

A personal difficulty occurred yesterday
between Justice Butler, colored, and Sohn-
ME MCGOWAN, the colored constable But
Ter alleges that McGown drew pistol on
him, and on this account swore out Suate's
warrant at the Office of Justice Cassetty.
MCGOWAN was arrested and gave security
for his appearance, and was subsequently
arrested by Sergeant Tignor, of the Police
Department, and at the Station gave secnri-
ty for his appearance at the Police Court.
The official Investigation of the affair will
probablv show its true status.
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Stop, Just MOment.-If you want a
Boot or Shoe, stylish or plain, a neat and
easy tit, and at moderate price, leave your
measure at Fitch & Myers Boot and Shoe
Factory, No, s Union, between Market and
College streets.
P. S.-We keep our own make Of Boots
and Shoes constantly on hand, and sell at
prices that will not take your breath clean
away. lyle 1W
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More California Peas.

Last year and this we have had occasion
to notice aremarkably long pea, represen-
ted as the California Pea, measuring from
"a to 80 inches in the pods, and prolific in
proportion. We received yesterday a spe-
cimen of the same pea, from Marshall coun-
ty, through Mr.. Manner, of the firm of
Pigue, Manner & Hall, from Mr.. james
Patterson. The vine upon which this pea
is borne requires proper support, and
though the pea is full and very prolofic, it
is doubtful whether it can be made a crop
pea, though great curiosity.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

A party of Nashville youths who. last
Monday started, after all necessary prepar-
alton except umbrellas, for weeks fish
ing down in Cheatham and Dickson coun-
ties, have had more water than was really
necessary to the success of their mission.
A gentleman arriving here yesterday says
he met them Tuesday near Sycamore Mills,
the wettest set of boys in thirteen States,
but still looking ''childlike and bland" as If
determined to catch something's nothing
better than bad colds.
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HOMICIDE IN SHELBY COUNTY.
A Human Being dubbed to Death,

A Human Being dubbed TO Death
Last Sunday evening Fred Roller and Jerry
Woods had difficulty on the Raleigh, Ioa d
about two miles from Memphis, ending in
the Iatter's death. After quarrelling some
minutes, Roller felled Woods to the ground
by striking him over the head with CLUB.
Not satisfied with knocking senseless, Rol-
Roller continued the blows, crushingithe skull
of Woods, who never rose again, dying in
few minutes. Roller has been arrested
and is now in jail. Several years ago
Woods killed friend for fun near the same
Hare. While returning home on horse
back they agreed to see who could shoot
most accurately. Woods rode little for
ward and his friend having shot and missed
him, he returned the fire with fatal effect.
The two men had had no .quarrelIor Ill feel
iDgs for each other, and the friendly duel
was caused by drunken spree.
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An Apple Season.

1t appears that the present is not only the
most prolific fruit season we have had for
years, but the size and quality of the fruit
is unusually fine. This is specially the case
in this vicinity. DR.. j. NJ. Stone left with
us yesterday basket of Pippins that we
have never seen surpassed. In the North
or in Canada such apples as these would be
held in high admiration SO early in the sea-
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For Dysnensia. Jndi0estion. Denressi

For Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Depression
of Spirits and General Debility in their
various forms, a preventive against fever
and ague and other intermittent feYers, the
''F'erro-P hosphorated Elixir of Calisaya,"
made by Caswel, Hazard & Co., New
York, and sold by all druggists, is the best
tonic for patients recovering from fever or
sickness. 1t has no equal.
mh29 PAW fri&tues 1y .
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Proiected street Railroad.

Several petitions asking for the privilege
of constructing street railroads have been
presented to the City Council, and are now
in the bands of the Street Railroad Com
mittee of that body. One Of these roads
is to extend from the Public Square to the
race course, and another through Summer
street to the Southern extremity OF the
city. 1t is most probable that these petit
tions will be granted, and the necessary
stock for the construction of the roads be
subscribed. ----
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Federal Court.

In this court yesterday the following
cases were disposed of:
Uuited States vs.. S. II. Smith, forgery;
not guilty, -.-
United States VS.. Jessie t. Hollins. for
gerry of affidavit to bounty claims, mol pros
entered.
United States VS.. David Lyman, fraudu-
lently disposing of goods in contemplation
of baDkruptey-jury respited until ten
O'Clock this morning.
State of Tennessee VS.. VIM. Shanks; rnle
on the district attorney of the State to
prosecute by the first day of the next term.
G. 7. Wing vs.. Lawrence and Roberts;
jury empannelled and testimony partly
heard.
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Too Many COnfessiOns-HOw an Al
legged Murderer BambO0zIed the

Iesed Murderer Bamb0ozIed the
Law.
In April last, James Taylor was muir
dered on the Raleigh road, some four miles
from town, near Noah Claywell's grocery.
A man named Al j. Moses was arrested
for the murder and made confession,
stating that be bad shot Taylor while the
latter was in the act of stealing his mule.
The circumstances of the case did not sus-
tain Moses confession, and it was thought
by many that Claywell had committed the
murder. This theory of the case was sus-
tanned by Moses making new confession,
in which he charged Claywell with doing
the killing. Claywell was arrested and put
in jail, but few days later was set at liber-
ty owning to Moses making still another
confession, in which he asserted that he was
the guilty party.
Upon trial in the Criminal Court few
DAYS since, Moses again charged Claywell
with the murder, and the burden of proof
being that way be was discharged from Gus
tody. Learning the result ofthe trial, Clay
well fed the country and was not seen until
Yesterday, when he came into the city and
gave himself up. His bond was fixed at
$1,000, which he gave.
1t is now said that Moses, the man of
many minds and confessions, will again
come forward and confess that it was be
who did the shooting. In that event Clay
well will be discharged, and as the murder
rests between the two, no one will ever be
punished or annoyed FIR the roadside muir
der.-lMenlpltiS AgGldncbe, 18th.
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The EHnct ON Oats.

The present great abundance ofwater will
have, it is hoped, moralizing influence
upon wild oats, but is playing sad havoc
with the genuine article of that name pro.
duced by the worthy class of our fellow citi-
zens engaged in giving practical demonstra-
ton to what they know about farming. The
yield of many such fields in this part of the
State will hardly be worth gathering. Our
advices so far give no information as to the
prospect for French oats. 900 .
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Homicide at NliddIeton-Death of
Hath. w. L0cketf.

Tuesday morning a horrid murder was
committed at Middleton, West Tennessee.
A former freight conductor of the Missis-
sippi Central Railroad named Mcknight,
said to be a desperate character, without
the least provocation stabbed Maj. 81. w.
Lockett, and then made his escape. After
receiving the fatal stab, Maj. Lockett lived
only few moments. The murdered man
was the resident engineer of the Ripley
Railroad, and most estimable gentleman,
having large circle Of warm friends and
acquaintances, who mourn his untimely
end and denounce the man who killed him.
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KILLED NV Train.

Tuesday evening Mr.. C. @. Wood, brake
man on the Edgefeld aud Kentucky rail-
road had his skull fractured in being knock
ed from his train by bridge near Good
lettsville. DR.. Briggs was called unto and
did all in his power to alleviate the suffer-
ings of the young man, who died at four
O'Clock yesterday afternoon. His remains
will be taken to Williamson county for in
terment at the old homestead cemetery.
The funeral services will be held at ten
O'Clock this morning az the house of his
brother inlaw, Mr.. NJ. SHE, two miles out
on the Murfreesboro pike.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Ladies sometimes do not value their hus-
bands as they ought. They not unfrequent-
" learn the value of good husband for the
first time by the loss of him. Yet the.hus-
baud is the very rooftree of the house, the
cornerstone ofthe ediEce, the keystone of
the arch called home. He is the bread
winner of tie family, the defence and its
glory, the beginning and ending of the
golden chain of life which surrounds it, its
CONSIDER, its lawgiver and its king. And
VET we see how frail that life is On which so
much depends. How frail is the life of
husband and father! When he is taken
away who shall fill his place! When he is
III what gloomy clouds hover over the
housel When he is dead what darkness,
weeping, agony! Then poverty, IKE me
murderous assassin. breaks in at the win
dows; starvation, like furnishing wolf,
bowls at the door. Widowhood is too often
an associate of sackcloth and ashes. Or
phanhood, too, means desolatiOn and woe.
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Dangerously WOunded-AnOtherM Man
AeeidQnfIv Shot. as a

Last Monday two men named Bayless
Henderson and Hugh Horner had quarrel
at Sevierville, Sewer county, caused by too
much patronage of the wine cup. Being
unable to curb his passions, Henderson
fred pistol at Horner, but missed his
foe and shot young man named Pink
Wright in the hip. Seeing what he had
done, Henderson fed on foot, and although
pursued made his escape. The ball, which
ranging around under the skin and lodged
in the front of the bowels, thereby produc-
ing painful and dangerous wound which
renders Wright's recovery very doubtful,
was extracted by Drs. Walker and Ham
mer.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Inthe present dilemma as to what shall be
done for the abatement of the dog nui-
sance, without imposing too much hard
ship upon owners or too much cruelty upon
their pets, it may be well enough for MEM
bers of the City Council to interview
George Norvel, who claims that the goose
quill remedy will be the best and most eff
fective means of abatement that could pos
sibly be adopted. ..rs
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nrnmmers to rhe Front.

The voice of the boisterous sheepskin
was yesterday heard in the streets of the
city, and there was exposed to public view
a piece of fancy painting announcing that
the friends of Grant and Wilson were to
meet somewhere. There was nothing
surprising, orIaIarming in the event for in
this eyentful era people are usually expect
ing occurrences of more or less startling
character
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RAEQrs, RraRd.

There has been very considerable de-
crease in the price of flour, and the fact
suggests the frequent inquiry, if there
ought not to DO some diminution in the
price of bakers bread, or some increase in
the size of the loaves furnished at present
rates. The public is interested in the in
formation sought for. Bread is the staff of
life
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A Significant Move.

We learn that on the 18th inst. the old
Trustees of MaryviIle College, East Tennes-
sea, held meeting for the purpose oftaking
proper legal measures to regain possession
of this institution as it now exists. This,
however, is not authentic, because their de-
iberations were privy and unknown to the
nuhlic.
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FeInnous Assault.

Several days ago two men named VIII
liam Kitchens and Ben Flat had difficulty
at Buffers Landing, below Gainsboro, on
the Cumberland river, ending very serious
ly for the latter, who received several cuts
from an axe in the hands of his assailant.
At last accounts it was thought Flatt could
not yooowar
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STATE OF TaE wEATHEK.
wAR DEPARTnEEr,
OPYIOn OF TIE CHIKY SF8NAL OFYTuHR.

WAR DEPARTMENF,
OYYIoz OF THE CHEZ SE9NAL OFTToER.
WASHINGTON, ID. O., July IS, 1S72.
ProbabiIities.-The lowest barometer
will move slowly eastward over Southern
New England Friday with northeast winds
and cloudy weather north of Massachusetts.
Northerly winds and cool, clearing weather
from Northern New York to Lake Huron.
Cool northwest winds and cloudy followed
by clearing weather from New York to
Virginia and Ohio. Conditions are favora-
bic for local rains in Virginia and North
Carolina. Rising barometer and pleasant
weather viii prevail in the Gulf States
Friday. A 4s
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Ont of Harm.s Way.

Hannah Dowd, who stole lady's dress
having $50 in its pocket, has been sent
down to the Industrial College of the city
to work out the fine assessed on account of
her misbehavior. Hannah was under the
influence of wicked spirits when the theft
was committed, and for this reason the
prosecutrix declined askin for State war
rant against the unfortunate woman.
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For Reeeivinr STOLEN Goods.

The negro men arrested in the 10th ward
last Wednesday, on the imputation OF receiy-
ing goods stolen from the penitentiary, and
whose names are Nelson CANE, Albert Brown
and James Franklin, have been transferred
from the workhouse to the jail, and their
preliminary trial set for IL o'clock to-day,
before Justice Baskette.
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The NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

We are requested to state that the amount
of property stolen from the Lessees of the
State prison was largely over estimated,
and although the exact amount is not
vet known, it is thought that three thou
sand dollars will cover the losses. Iii due
the present management of the prison to
say that the pilfering recently developed
has been going on ever since the "Trustie"
system was inaugurated.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

GmEEEEx AND BROWN RATIFICa-
rIoN MEEHTHG.
There viii be a Mass Meeting of the
People of Nashville and Davidson county
on the Public Square in this city, Saturday
afternoon, July 20, at two O'Clock, to ratify
the nomination Of Greeley and Brown.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19
AmnnicInnI nfndhIe.

We learn from a Memphis paper of re-
cent date that report is there current that
Mayor johnson ana the members of the
Police Board have been indicted for violat-
ing the statues against gambling. The al
legged violation consists in having permit ed
the re-opening of the keno saloons. We
scarcely know what TO think of this report,
which most likelyis untrue.
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Rafuinx Again.

At noon yesterday the wet spell was
again inaugurated, after day and half OF
beautiful but very hot sunshine. The re-
mark that variety is the spice of life applies
to the weather, as well as to other
institutions of public interest.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Announcements of candidates for Office
mnst be paid in advance; State, County
and Judicial Offices ten dollars each. Cards
advocating claims of individuals to any Of
fee win be charged 20 cents line, likewise
payable iladvance. ~ Il
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

democratic Executive Committee.
The members of the Democratic Execu,
tive COMMITTEES of Davidson county, are
requested to meet in. the Office No 64a
North Cherry street, at ten O'Clock next
SATURDAY morning. By order Of the Presi-
dens. WI. DILLARD, Secretary.
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Chance for Poets

Would not the present be most fitting
time for somebody with the requisite degree
of poetical fancy on practical things to at
tempt somthing on "the rain, the rain, the
dripping rain?" There's abundant substance
in the theme.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Ten Thousand Dollars worth Of Dla-
monds to go to the highest bidder to-day,
commencing at O'Clock p. NJ. At s P. NJ.
Special arrangements made for the accom-
mediation of ladies. Come one, come all.
=
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MaIicious mischief.

Jacob Phillips, arrested at the instance of
Emma Bloodwell, on the charge of mali
cious mischief, yesterday appeared before
Justice Cassety for Trial. As the mischief
alleged had not been very serious, and it APP
peared that both parties were to blame, the
accused was released and taxed with the
costs of the prosecution. !. .sFf.
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Parker's Dining Hall.-This very
useful institution, at the corner of Cherry
and Church streets, is rapidly gaining In
popular favor. Meals at all hours prepared
by good cooks. Rates more moderate than
any other house. jy13 eo6tf
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Ton Much Fighting.

Although yesterday was bad day fol
fighting-the first part being too warm and
the last part too ,wet-instances OF assault
and battery were unpleasantly frequent. In
most cases, aversion to water and fondness
for something stronger accounted for these
disturbances of the peace. o1
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Trunk neutrality-suspicious., at 81
North College street, between Union aud
Church, is sell ng Trunks and Satchels at
prices that def competition. Trunks re-
paired. H l jy7 If
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Tasteful Architecture.

Messrs. Dobson and Williamson, of this
city. are the architects of beautiful and
tastefully designed dwelling house now in
course Of erection at Knoxville, for Col.
Charlas M. MCGEE, of that city.
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Almost too Damp.

The picnic at the Garden yesterday was
but slimly attended, the rain accounting for
the absence of many who desired to be
present. At another time may brighter
skies smile on the now disappointed pic
ners.
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Ffna Potatoes.

Mr.. James W. Collier left at our office
Yesterday some very fine potatoes OF the
Early Rose variety, grown by him on Col.
ThOs. Il. Johnson's farm on Mill Greek.
They are hard to beat.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

The publication of the Baptist paper of
which Rev DIR. Stevens is one of the editors,
is about to be removed from Murfreesboro
to Nashville, and arrangements are now be-
ing made for the contemplated change of
issTle rs -atat ~
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Mosquito Bars! Mosquito Bars!-
Made on Patent Umbrella or Ring, or any
style or quality. very cheap at
CHAs. RICHHEIMER & Co.'s,
iy1S If As College street.
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Marriage Guide. - Interesting work
numerous enTayings, pa pages. Price 30
csnts. Address DIR. Butts Dispensary, II
North Eighth street, St. Louis, Mo. See
advertisement. sep14 d&w1y
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The HfeaI SUPPLY.

Numerous droves of cattle are daily ar
irving here, and they are for the most part
In excellent condition. There is no danger
whatever of an early scarcity of beef aud
mutton.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

Stop again just Once.-Save your
money and health and have your repairing
done at Fitch & Myers Shoe Factory, No.
s Union street. We do all kinds of repair
ing neatly and cheaply. lyle Nv
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OF OUTDOOR SPORTS.

1t is an old idea that games are an index
to the age which plays them. Buckle ar
CUES that Druidism was not the terrible
faith it was said to have been, because its
ceremonies largely consisted of dances,
songs and outdoor sports. 1t is noteworthy
that our amusements to-day are nearly all
of sedentary and intellectual nature, in
stead of being active and physical. Base
ball, like horse racing, has largely fallen in
to the hands of gamblers. Skating is no
more, and croquet drags out sickly exis-
tence. Rowing and riding and walking have
never had strong hold on the popular
mind. Instead of all these, we find only
games intended to test the intellect, to
teach history or morality, to produce quick
ness of repartee and thought. While this
is gratifying as sign of greatly needed in
telectual progress, it is mournful as an in
dication of physical decay. In America a
strong mind in strong bodyi is an anomaly.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

By special order the eating. Of watermel,
ons In the Market House is forbidden, and
Market Master George Norven will see to
the strict enforcement of this law Of prohl-
bition.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-19

TestimOny.-Thousands of mothers are
constantly speaking in exalted terms of
communication of the magical effects of Mrs.
Whitcomb's Syrup for soothing infants
teething. lyle 1w
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$4,000 Worth of Diamonds at Craw-
ford & Co.'s, 70 Church street. jy1S It
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$4,000 Worth Of Diamonds at Cen
trail Auction Rooms, opposite Maxwell
House. jy1S 2t
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Ten Thousand Dollars worth Of Dia-
mOnds to be sold to the highest bidder Fri
day, July 10. jy1S Il
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A. Loveman, white, and Alex Morton,
coIored, yesterday on Cedar street had
personal collision violent enough to throw
both into the hands of the police.
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Returned.

w. /. Barry, Esq, well known as the
veteran typo, if not the most veteran repre-
sentative of the art preservative, has re-
turned from visit to relatives at st. Louis,
looking hale, hearty, and happy.