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Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20
THE MASK THROWN OFF.

There are some Republicans dissatisfied
with the present Administration. They
profess to despise Democracy. They say
they will not be instrumental in placing
the Democrats in power but if a neU party
can be formed they will join it to defeat
the Republican organization. Their idea
is that million or more Democrats will
calmly surrender to a few thousand Re
publicans, giving up their party, spoils,
&c. They may be foolish enough to be-
lieve so, but sensible people will not be.
What object the Democracy has in view is
very evident. The Memphis appeal does
not conceal it, as will be seen from the fol-
lowing: Every few days some little
country editor, whose paper looks like it
his tripod and reads out of the Democratic
party every man who would win to our
ranks enough liberal Republicans to make
victory certain. 1t is time for all such
tomfoolery to cease. In the next contest
for the presidency, the old Democratic
party will present united front. But the
o;,tty Of The hour is to beat up recruits. 1T
is useless to fret and fume about the issues
and to twaddle about dying in the
last ditch. So far as the appeal is
concerned, it will be easily pleased in
regard to platforms, so for as national
questions are concerned. Democracy is
platform enough for us. What that is no
body of men can instruct us. We hare bit
one plank IN our platform, Just aow, that
is to beat the RadicaLS-drive them from
power and install Democracy in all the de-
partments of government. Until we do
that il is idle to talk about what we pre-
fer.u ....-..
Is there anything in the above about
abandoning the old reasonable principals
of the party? Is there any admission of
error or any promise of more enlighten-
ed patriotic or progressive policy in the
future Is it not on the contrary unblush-
ingly proclaimed that the only object is to
gain enough recruits from the Republi-
can party to insure success, with the GER
tainty of rushing the country into the
same unhappy plight from which we have
just emerged through blood and trials
without number? Can there any longer
be doubt as to the hope and purposes of
this passive policy or coalition? Can Re-
publicans who profess to desire re-
form reasonably hope to reform De-
mocracy, reeking with corruption and
treason, easier than to rid their
own party of the abuses that have
crept into the public service through its
agents? If there be any who have be-
lieved that they would secure from Democ-
racy more efficient aid i'll this matter than
they have received from their own minds
let them disabuse their faiends Of such a
delusion by watching the drift of discus
sion in Democratic journals, such as the
one from which we have quoted.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20
GRANTING BOUNTY LANDS.

Hon. l.. D. Shoemaker has introduced a
bill in Congress providing for a grant of
100 acres of land to every officer, non-com
missioned officer, musician or private of
the army who enlisted and served ninety
days,at any time, between March 1861 and
April, 1865.
The bill makes an exception in case OF
persons dishonorably discharged or de-
serters, and provides thatin the case of the
death of any person who if living would
be entitled to the grant, the same should
ye to his widow or minor children.
These are the main features of the law
and we approve them heartily.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20
A WORK IN WHICH ALL CAN JOIN.

We invite attention to the earnest APP
peal of Chancellor Temple, the lie Pres
ident of the Eastern Division Fairs, in
behalf of that enterprise which we pub
lish in another column. Ii is not at all
too soon to begin preparing for the next
fair. We do not know in what way We
could better prove the measure of growth
of East Tennessee i'll its agricultural,
horticultural, stock and industrial inter
ests, than in full exhibition in these de-
partments next fall. There is no question
but that these fairs do great good and there
is no doubt but that VIC can make this ont
a success if we put our hands to work
Knoxville and East Tennessee have grown
since the war, let us prove it by a full ex
bition next fall, of our gardens, of oul
shops and our business enterprises of ev
cry kind.
The suggestions of Judge Temple to i'm
prove the fair grounds are timely am
should meet with prompt responses.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20

A Washington dispatch says: ga conf
munication to the chief of the bureau of
statistics, from Dover, Tennessee, says
that German and Swiss immigration is
passing in rapidly, and the old worn out
fields are bringing forth grass and clover.
About thirty families from Switzerland
are expected within q short timen
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20

THE stockholders of the Memphis and
Charleston Railroad meet at Memphis on
Wednesday, to consider the terms of a
lease to the Southern Railroad Security
Company of Pennsylvania. The AraLaachG
of Tuesday morning expresses the opinion
that the discussion over the measure
would be lively, but that the lease would
be ratified .-sr-- .e-.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20

The guerilla John S. Mosby has been
appointed and confirmed Brigadier Cen
eral of the Maryland militia.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-20

THE recent message of Governor WASH
burn of Massachusetts,, shows very re-
markable degree of prosperity of the work
ingmen of that Old Bay State. There
were one hundred and sixty savings
banks doing business in that State during
1871, with total number of depositors of
642, 1888, an increase of 2,099 over 1870.
The aggregate of the deposits during the
year was S191, 1926, 7SS, or 1857 IS to each de-
position, an increase of So, ,S45 over
1870.
These figures are very encouraging and
should lead our workingmen to consider
whether there is not some plan by which
their savings can be used to their O,c'l
profit
, 1872-12-03

c"A1-AAes
be o considerable number of Senators and man
bers, and several citizens and Government Of
ficials.
JUDICIAL RESIGNATION.
report, the accuracy Of which Seems beyont
question, came from the White House, to-day
that t1 Associate Justice Nelson, Of the United
States Supreme Court had rendered his resigna
ton OF his office to the President. Judge Nel
son ls over 80 years Of age. and his last oticia
act WAS the signing Of the Treaty Of Washing
ton, IN the negotiation Of which he participated
as one Of the joint High Commission.
CALLERS AT THE WHITE HOUSE.
:, The Supreme Court, with the Chief Justice Il
the head, made the usual official call on the
PRESIDENT at the beginning Of regular tern
here to-day.
DIaAppRoBATI0E.
There was an ominous growl among the anti
Civil Service reformers when that part Of the
Presldent's smessage was read to-day which re1ateE
brewing in this direction, which is likely to brea1
out as soon as a sufficient number Of this class
Of politicians are satisfied that the President il
really in earnest. At present they only affect te
believe that the President will yield to party
pressure when this influence is properly brought
to bear to secure appointments.
THE LIBERAL SENATORS.
There seems to be more hard feeling toward
Senator Schurz on the part Of the Republican
Senators than any Of his Liberal colleagues
The argument that is now principally used il
that he should be displaced from the Foreign
because Of his hostility to the Administration as
from the fact that he is q foreigner, and from
the affected belief that his entire sympathies
are un-American. This style Of argument Seems
to prevail very largely among the Administra-
tlon Senators, although nothing definite as yet
schurz will be removed from this Committee
that Trumbnu will be kept from the Judiciary
Committee and that Fenton will be retired
from the Craftsmanship OF the Committee On
Contingent Expenses. It seems to be
the general feeling in the Senate that the Lib
BILE. The CAUCUS to settle all the speculations
will not be had until tomorrow.
oAKEs AMEs.
OnkeB A1nes' arrival here, to-day, was as
tonishing and unexpected, His own col
leagues we're Of tho opinion that this noted
whore to attend to that he would
not find it convenient to be in Washington this
winter. To-day, on his own behalf, in reply to
numerous interrogatoriea, Mr. Ames said that
SO far as he was concarned he was willing that
the Investigation Committee should be COM
posed entirely Of Democrats, and that the inves-
tigation should be thorough enough to satisfy
It ls wickedly suggested in some quarters, in
view Of his past retlcence On this subject, that
Ames is probably now satisfied that the original
letters and papers on which the charges we're
based were now destroyed, and that there ia no
evidence to be got at outsiIe OF McCombs per-
sona1 statements.
ITO the associated Press.]
THREE PER CENTS CALLED.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2.-The Secretary OF the
Treasury calls in the per cent certificates from
Of 5000 each, numbered SITS to 5,409 inclu-
HiYe, and of denominations Of SO 600. and num-
, 1872-12-03
CALLED TO ORDER

CALLED UHDEK.
The House WAS called to order at noon by
Speaker BLAINE. The attendance was very large,
and the galleries were crowded with spectators.
The proceedings we're opened with prayer by the
Chaplain, Rev. J. G. Butler. The roll of mem
bers was then called, and 149 answered to their
names.
NEW MEMBERS.
The following new members were sworn in
Joeeph r. Hawley. Conn.,: Constantine G. Esty,
, 1872-12-03

praise. 1t is known that several members Of the
Cabinet have also decided to 60, and there viii
be considerable number of Senators and mem
bers, and several citizens and Government Of
fcial8 -
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
Artemus ward

M, vk Twain lectured in Chicago on
", ,rd, and told the following anec
dote: A.
cars dread, ug to be bored and feeling
miserable man approached him, sat
down, aad saiL ~
az "G,eeIeyP Gre, 'ley?" said Artemus,
" Horace Greeley? Who is heT
The man was quiet about hVe minutes
Pretty soon he said: .,,
George Francis Train is klGklng up
a good deal of row over IN England
Do you think they will put him IN a oas
tile2" p.;,
"Train? Train2 George FRANCIS
TrainY' said Artemus solen1niy'
never heard of him. c
This ignorance kept the man quiet ioi
fifteen minutes, then he said
"What do you think about Genera
Grants chances for the presidency. Do
YOU think they Will run himY' >,
"Grant2 Grans2 Hang it, man,
said Artemus, You appear to- know
more strangers than any man ever
saw. -,
The man was furious. He walked
up the car, but at last came lack and
said
You confounded ignoramus, did you
ever hear of ADAM" .Fff /
Artemus looked up and said.
What was his other nameY
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
Business and Duty Combined A
Model obituary.


From the San francisco CALL
A disconsolate editor thus bemoans
his departed spouse:
"Thus my wife died. No more will
those loving hands pull off my boots and
part my back hair, as only true wife
can. Nor will ever those willing feet
replenish the coal-hod or water pail. No
more will she arise amid the tempestu-
ous storms of winter, and HE herself
away to build the fire without disturbing
the slumbers of the man who dotted on
her SO artlessly. Her memory is en-
balmed in my heart of hearts. wanted
to embalm her body, but l found that l
could embalm her memory cheaper.
IL procured Of Eli Midget, a neigh
Dor Of mine, very pretty grayestone.
His wife was consumptive, and he kept
il on hand several years, in anticipation
of her death. But she rallied last spring,
and his hopes were blasted. Never shall
| forget the poor mans grief when |
asked him to part with it. Take it,
Skinner, and may you never know what
it is to have your soul racked with dis
appointment as mine has been and he
burst into a food of tears. His spirit
was, indeed, utterly broken.
"I had the following epistle engraved
upon her tombstone: To the memory
Of Tabitha, wife Of Moses Skinner. Esq,
gentlemanly editor of the Trombone.
Terms, three dollars year, invariably
in advance. A kind mother and an ex-
emplary wife. Office over Coleman's s
grocery, up two flights Of stairs. Knock
hard. We shall miss thee, mother; we
shall miss thee Job printing solicited.
Thus did my lacerated spirit cry out in
agony, even as Rachel weeping for her
children. But one ray of light pene-
trated the despair of my soul. The un-
dertaker took his pay in job printing,
and the sexton owed me little account
/ should not have gotten any other way.
Why should we pine at the mysterious
ways of Providence and vicinity2 Not
conundrum.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
kangaroo Leather.

A consignment of 1000 salted kanga-
roo skins was received in San Francisco,
several months since, from Australia,
and purchased by parties who propose
TO convert them into leather. The skins
are now being tanned at tannery To-
Gated on the beach opposite Yerba
Buena island, on the northern outskirts
of Oakland. The skin of the kangaroo
is quite thin, but exceedingly tough. and
when tanned into leather IS very pliable
and soft, wearing long time without
cracking, and turning water better than
calf skin. Tanned alligator SKINS from
Mexico and Central America are a com
mon article in the San Francisco mar
ket, and are used to considerable ex-
tent in manufacturing boots where
strength and capacity to resist water are
more desired than a fancy fit or ele-
gance Of appearance, but kangaroo is
q, 7phatically a new sensation in the
leo, Ner line.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

BuHNETTs CooKIYG EXTRACTS are the
:bsst. Sold by all frst-ciass druggists
and procers.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

WATSON's Ii Jefferson str ,et. Choice
wines. liquors. cigars. etc. 4 ftac 90 STOCK
ne 81 drln
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
DIR. SAMUEL JOHNSON.
some BON sEots of the Great English
LexicOgrapher.

Some Bon Sk0ts OF the Great EngllSn
LexicOgrapher.
A person Of infdel sentiments, while
dining at hotel, was enjoying cheese
which was so rich that it abounded in
live stock. Delighted with his dish, he
turned to johnson, who was near. You
see," says he, that l am now employed
like Sampson in killing my thousands
and tens of thousands. Aye" said
the sgge, "aRd With the same instyu.
ment too-the jawbone of an ass.
Tke same person once introduced nnn-
self to the Doctor and brought along
with him a favorite dog. Beginning to
show considerable uneasiness during the
stay of his ,canine visitor, the owner Of
it remarked, Doctor, see you arr not
fond of dogs" mo; nor of puppies
either" was the reply of the cynic.
A person having been mentioned who
had been notoriously unfortunate in his
first marriage relation, and yet had
soon afterwards married again, johnson
was asked if it was not rash to embark
anew in an adventure which he had al
ready found to be so disastrous. INC"
said the philosopher, elevating his hand,
and his countenance glowing with en-
thus;asm, 1t was the triumph of hope
over experience"
During a warm controversy with one
on the subject Of moral agency, his op-
ponent, who was getting bewildered du-
ring the doctors reasoning exclaimed: :
Sir, don't understand you" All,
said johnson, rising into conscious ele-
vation, that is not my fault, sir. | can
give you arguments, but 1 cannot give
you an understanding.
Hearing that ST. Andrews College, in
Scotland, was receiving great wealth
from the sale Of its degrees, namely, the
literary honors it conferred, be remarked
that that college was on the sure road
to success, for it was getting rich by de-
grees.
DR.. Johnson always cherished strong
prejudice toward the Scottish nation.
How it originated, he processes himself,
as stated in his life, unable to account
for, but on every occasion, both IN his
writings and ordinary conversation,
when It came in his way, he INDUCED his
spleen in invective coarse and undigni-
fed. It need not be wondered If peo-
pie SO singular, sensitive, and tenacious
of their dignity, should have repaid their
censor, in his own kind.
On his visit to Edinburgh, being in
vited to dine along with others in the
mansion Of a distinguished family, the
lady Of the house having helped him to
some Scottish soup, soon attorward asked
him how he liked it. Very good for
hogs" was the unceremonious reply.
Then, pray sir, let me help yoU 70 a
ifflc more.
Complaining in his journal TO the he
brides Of the want Of wood in Scotland,
a Highland clergyman who reviewed the
book answered this part By stating that
if that article was scarce now, there vas
enough Of il in Scotland TO hang his
grand father in l654-which was actu-
ally the case. .....
Sir Henry Erskine having visited
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

ROOTS ANB SHO ~.
l.. ROESCnER-Manu 4 and dealer
in custom-made and Easter boots and
shorg g6 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
NOTICE
NOTICE.
WORKINGMENS'
BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION.

UyHE FIRST INSTALLMENT TO THE
il Capital Stock is called, payable TO Ches.
7. Paterson, Secretary and Treasurer lat the
Office Of the Southern Life Ins. Co.l. between
the S5th and 3Oth OF February next.
The Association commences AcTIvE BUSINESS
on the first Tuesday in March lthe 5thl lsI2.
Parties desiring 70 subscribe 70 the Capital
Stock are requested TO do 50 before the lst Of
March next.
i0o-xiv4 III. ID. BULKLEY. President.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

johnson at Boswell's house, and on one
Of those occasions when he had been no
toriously rude and ungovernable, on
leaving the house put a shilling into
BoswelPs hand, who accompanied him
to the door. Boswell look surprised.
I" 1t is yours" said Sir Henry, for |
never visit a wild beast, but, at the same
time, / am sure to mind his keeper"
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
ROOFING.
NOTICE.
General Meeting of Stockholders
of the
Memphis and Charleston Railroad Co.

DURsUANT TO A RESOLUTION OF THE
Board Of Directors Of the Memphis and
Charleston Railroad Company, adopted at a
called meeting thereof, held in the city Of
Memphis, Tennessee, on the 18th day Of De-
cember, ls7l, q general meeting Of the stock
holders Of the said Railroad Company is
called, TO be held in said city Of Memphis. on
WEDNESDAY,. TIE l7TH DAY OF JANUARY, 1872.
for the purpose Of considering and taking
such action as said stockholders may deem
advisable in reference to a proposal made BY
the - Southern Railway Security Co.. for the
lease of the main road. the Florence. Somer-
willie, and the Winchester branch lines Of the
said Memphis and Charleston Railroad Com
pany. M. j. MlCkS, President.
ESQ. RoBERTsON. Secretary q5-l17dkW
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
SEWING MACHINES.
SIS SAVED $15
~ III II NJ II NAT
SEWING MACHINES
PRICE, FIFTY DOLLARS.

U,HE IMPROVEMENTS MADE ON THE
Wilson" during the year 1871 have
placed II at the head Of all competition. and
to-day II is without rival. 1t Is as durable
as steel and iron can make it. Every Ma
chine of the late CAsE-HARDENED FINISH Is
warranted five years, and warrantee
furnished with each Machine.
The above cut represents the late improved
Machine, which rests fiat with the table and
runs light and rapidly. and makes the shuttle
or lock stitch, uses straight needle. and the
celebrated UNDRR-FEED improved in shape so
as to have a portion Of the feed on both sides
of the needle.
Remember the Fact,
that high prices ION sewing machines) do not
indicate superiority. The combination, the
ring. and the monopoly, all agree on high
prices, which they, sooner or later, Will pc
forced TO reduce on account of the unprece-
dented rapid and increasing sales Of the
NEW WILSON SEWING MACHINE.
Please call and examine even if you do not
wish to purchase.
full stock of Machine Twist Spool, Cot;
ton. Oil, Needles, etc., Always on hand and
for sale low.
BEACH & SUTHERLAND,
353 Main street, south of Union.
64-63-xiv
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
THEY DIDN'T THINK.
BY PHGBE CARY

bA NnA~~s
Once a trap was baited
With a bit Of cheese;
II tickled so a little mouse
1t almost made him sneeze.
An old rat said. There's danger;
Be careful where you gol
Nonsense " said the other,
81 don't think you know"
So he walked in boldly
Nobody in sight;
First he took a nibble,
Then he took bite; r
Close the trap together
Snapped as quick as wink,
Catching mousey fast there.
Cause he didn't think.
Once little turkey.
Fond of her own way.
Wouldn't ask the old ones
Where TO go or stay;
She said, IN not baby,
Here / am half grown;
Surely am big enough
To run about alonel
Of she went, but somebody
Hiding saw her pass;
Soon like snow her feathers
Covered all the grass;
So she made supper
For sly young mink,
Cause she was so head-strong
That she wouldn't think.
Once there was q robin
Lived outside the door,
Who wanted to go inside
And hop upon the floor.
"Oh, no, said the mother,
'You must stay with me;
Little birds are safest
Sitting in tree"
''I don't think the old folks
Know quite everything"
Down he flew and. Kitty seized him
Before he'd time to blink;
"Oh." he cried, - I'm sorry,
But | didn't think"
New, my little children,
You who read this song,
Don't you see what trouble
Comes of thinking wrongY
And can't you take a warning
From their dreadful fate,
Who began their thinking
When Il was too lateY
Don't think there's always safety
Wlere no danger shows;
Dnr'i suppose you know more
Ths1l any body knows;
Buu Rhen yoa're warned Of ruin.
Psuse upon the brink.
And don't go under headlong,
Cause you didn't think.
BuhNETT's COOKING EXTRACTS are tn
CI1 - III c.,4 aIaea druOoic ct
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09
REMOVAL
REMOVAL.

nHE oFPICE OF THE WESTERN METH
odist has been moved from p Jefferson
street 70 llsk Main street. up stairs, in the
rooms formerly occupied by g. ". /. Crook.
Ccrrespoadonts and Others will take notlce.
and direct their letters accordinEly. We
is-ue nov $500 copies. The MsthodiSt is .
rood medium for advertisers.
ST III. W. BLEW A co., Publisher.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

The fangs of bear, and the tusks Of
wild boar do not bite worse and make
deeper gashes than a goose-quill some
times. No, not even the @dger him,
self, who is said to be so tenacious Of
his bite, that he will not give over his
hold till he feels his teeth meet and the
bones crack.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1872-01-09

Tbo h, ,Nppy people Of Paterson, n. j.,
III :. soon /. ,no how it is themselves, as
,bat .t i l;,,le care has just been opened
there and the n 'ost popular song among
them is " keno oanE.
Clearfield Republican. [volume] (Clearfield, Pa.) 1851-1937, 1872-10-02
CLEARFIELD, PA, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER O. 1872. 8.

BY desperate leaders in Pennsylvania,
to regenerate our State in October
will affect the national contest, cause
thus to be endangered must bo want
Ing in the most essential attributes OF
popular confidence. Actuatcd solely
BY sense of duty to people whose
devotion in time past furnishes the
most grateful memories of my life,
shall vote in October
FOR HONEST GOVERNMENT
IN our Commonwealth, and meet the
Presidential issue when II comes before
thc people in accordance with my
Iohg settled convictions. ! cannot
afford to sacrifice q great contest fol
constitutional, legislative, and admin
istratiSe reform because q Presidential
election is pending To yield the
question would give ii
FRESH VICTORIES FOR MIsRuLE
and make tho effort for just funda
mental restraints either measurably
or wholly abortive
Very respectfully, your obcdicn
servant. A. G, CURTIN.
Hon. A. X. MCCLURE, Chairman
Liberal Republican State COMMITTEE
of Pennsylvania. lo.