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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1872-03-01
Abscnt-Messrs. Connally, Latham. Patter-
son. Penn, Terry and Wynne-6
Not yoting-Mr. Bovkin.

Absent-Messrs. Connally, Latham Patter-
son. Penn, Terry and Wynne-6.
Not voting-Mr. Boykin.
Mr. French moved that the House res0lu-
ton be amended by strikin out thirty and in
serting instead fjfeeH. Agreed to-ayes "a,
noes -.
The resolution thus amended Was adopted :
AYEs.-NIes>rs. Anderson, of Pittsylvania,
Beazley, Boykin, Cochran Fitzpatrick, French,
Graham, Glinlsley. Herndou, Holladay, Humid
ley, johnson, Kirkpatrick, Lakeland. Lewis,
Martin, Massey, Norton, Nowlin. Nuttiug,
Perrin QucSenbcrry. Roller Smith, Stevens,
Taylor, of Loudoun, Thomas, Taylor, Of Nor.
folk and Ward-29.
NoEs.-Messrs Anderson, of Rockbridge,
Greene. Greever, Lathrop, Meem, Pridenlore,
Rue, RobilIson-S,
At the night session of the House motion
to reconsider the vote by which the House
agreed to the Senate amendment to House
joint resolution extending the session, was re.
jectcd
The Senate bill to regulate the imposition
assessment, and collection of taxes for the sup
port OF public free schools by counties and
school districts was considered, amended and
passed by
House bill to amend the act prescribing the
duties and compensation Of county officers, wa:
taken up, amended, and was under considera
tnn when the House adjourned.
In the House, on Wednesday night, Mr.
Suite presented the petition Of sundry citizen:
of Stafford county praying for the passage OF
an act to authorize the building of free
bridge acros, the Rappahapuock at Fredericks
burg.
Among the memorials presented in the
House, to-day, were several, by Mr.. Sutherlin
from mechanics OF Richmond, Satunton, Alex
audria, &C., asking for the establishment of al
Independent Agricultural and Mechanical Col
lcge. Z.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
New Publications,

Maurice is the title of novel by Fred
eric Bechard, translated from the original
French by Mrs. Joseph Douglas. q. w.
Carleton & Co., New York, publishers.
Bechard, in this country, is better known
from his political writings than as novel
ist; he does not belong TO that class Of
French writers whose works have done
more for the success of the circulating il
brary than for the good of the nation. This
volume contains series Of charming ami
most interesting chapters, which, wildly
portraying the nobiliary arrogance Of GER
tain families, and the heartless vanities Of
Partisan society in general, reach degree
of brilliancy touching on the sublime when
they picture the charms Of country life, as it
can be enjoyed by the man Of heart and
education.
HEART HUNGRY, novel written by Mrs.
Maria Jourdan WestmOreiand, Of Atlanta,
Ca, and published by G. W. Carleton 4
Co., of New York. "The grand principle
sci forth in this volume is that happiness
in the marriage relation can only be secured
by thai constant tenderness and care Of the
parties for each other which are based upon
warm demonstrative love. There Is great
dramatic power manifest in the book. 1t
has all the warmth and glow Of the South,
where it was penned. The descriptions of
balls, masquerades, parks, woods, waters,
prisons, encounters, are replete with power
and interest. 1t will find responsive read
ers among the heart-hungry everywhere.
FERNANDO DE LEMOs-A novel by
Chas. Gayaree, of Louisiana.-"This is not
strictly a novel, although so entitled. 1t is
an photographed sketch of some Of the
principal events in the authors life, in
which he strings q chaplettOf beautiful
thoughts, incidents, studies and truths.
The narrative is so flowing, the conOquies
so natural, the events so interesting, some
times even startling, that the attention OF
the reader is irnesislibly fixed upon the
page. The book, in short, is a series OF
weil-connected and dramatic episodes,
sort of ever changing and eventful piano.
rama, in which the author knows how to
crptivate our attention, win our affections
and exalt our thoughts, awakening in our
bosom the most tender and noble emo
tions, and making us feel that we grow
purer and better, as our soul imbibes the
moral and religious spirit OF bis book"
The above books have just been received
BY Wheeler, Marshall & Bruce, Cherry
street
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Enterprise in Memphis.

The advertisement that appears else
where of VIM. r. Moore & Co wholesale
dealers in Dry Goods, Clothing, Notions,
White Goods, Ribbons, Ladies' Trimmed
Hats, ETC., ETC., will attract attention. In
ordering 1t to be inserted in the UNION AND
AMERICAN, the firm writes US that cit is
read by many of our customers in West Ten
nessee and North Alabama, and we want to
reach some in that way that cannot be
reached in any other" This shows the en-
terprising spirit of the people of Memphis.
They have always patronized their own pa
pers literally, and now when it is known
that the UNION AND AMERICAN is becOm-
ing household word in every hamlet and
village in this and the adjoining States, and
being circulated by the thousands around
and about Memphis, one of the liberal
and enterprising merchants of that
place, accepts the situation and hangs out
his sign in place where it will be read on
the hill-tops and in the valleys, and in fact
at every cross road, or nook and corner
where trade is to be found. We are person.
ally acquainted with Mr.. Moore, of the firm
alluded to. He was before the war an en-
terprising merchant Of Nashville. We are
satisfied that his advertisement will not rob
Nashville of any Of its legitimate trade, but
we know that it will be read by thousands
in the section where wanted, and hence be
Of untold benefit to the firm. Merchants
Of Nashville who carry on business for
years without ever appropriating dime to-
wards sustaining ,their home press, will
here learn what value is placed upon the
UNION AND AMERICAN by prudent, saga
cious, wide awake merchants Of rival city.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Rev. DR.. Van Dyke

This eminent divine, the pastor elect OF
the First Presbyterian Church, arrived hy
the Nashville and Chattanooga train yester-
day morning at 8 O'Clock, and will occupy
the pulpit of that Church at the usual hours
to day. We find the following mention OF
DR.. Van Dykes call to this city IN The
Presbyterian and IRder, published IN Col
umbia, c. S. That paper says:
1t affords Us sincere pleasure to learn that
this dis, inguished divine has received q
unanimous call from the First Presbyteri-
an Church of Nashville, We wish to con-
vey to him, in this public manner, the ex-
preston of our hope that he will favorably
consider this most important call. we feel
sure that his acceptance would give real
satisfaction to the great body Of our South
ern Church. There may awe been in the
minds of some, we candidly admit, feel
ing of prejudice towards DR.. Van Dyke for
the part he took with reference to certain
of the relations of our Church with the
Northern. But every one freely credits
him with having been actuated by the
highest of motives; and now that the
question of "union' as betwiXt the two
bodies has received its final quietus, we are
perfectly sure that DR.. Van Dyke (Who
never advocated such union) will fully and
cordially fall in with us In the effort to
strengthen "the things that remain" to Us.
1t is a great deal absolutely to say that he
ought to accept this call; but we do say that,
so far as we can see, he ought to do so.
There is no barrier in the feelings of our
ministers and people; and there should be
none in the congregation which he has so
long and so ably served, because the field
to which be is invited is manifestly more
important than that he at present occupies.
We can safely premise this tried friend OF
the South, above all this noble preacher OF
the blessed gospel, hearty welcome on all
sides.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Religious Notice.

First Presbyterian Church-Preaching
at IL o'clock m and II p N, by Pastor
Elect Rev, Henry J. VanDyke, DID.
The sacrament of the Lords Supper
will be administered during the morning
service.
Second Presbyterian Church-Sabbath-
school at Oh. Preaching at II N by DR..
Hoyte.
Christ Church-Morning service AZ II
m. Evening service at Il pm. Subject
of evening lecture, "The Book OF JONAH
Rev. ". Graham, rector.
Sawrie's Chapel-Services at II O'Clock
m by Rev. Purdy McFerren, and at 7
p m by Rev. D. II. Rains.
Union Chapel-Preaching at II p. m. and
Il p. m, by Rev. F. A. Mason.
Elm Street Church-Services at II a. m.
by Rev. E. E. Hoss and at u p. m, by the
pastor.
Tulip Street Church, Edgefeld-Second
quarterly meeting-Rev. j. W. Hammer, D.
D., will preach at II a. m. and Rev. A. G.
HaygOod at u p. m.
St. Anne's Church, dgefield-Services at
II a. m. and p. N. by Rev. w. j. Ellis.
McKendree Church-Seryices at liza. m.
by Rev. I. Madden, d. D., and at u p. N:
by Rev. E. E. Hoss, of Knoxville.
Central Baptist Church-Services to-day
at II a. m. and u p. m. by the pastor,
Rev. W. G. Inman.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
THE CYCLONE.
Something More about the Damages
Sustained.

The damage caused by the storm of Fri
day last, was greater than at first reported.
The toll gate on the Harding turnpike, near
Gen. Har6ing's residence, was completely
demolished and the toll keeper was serious
" injured. A log house occupied by a
family named FitzgibbOn, was torn to pieces
and scattered in every direction. Strange
to say none Of the inmates were injured,
though they were completely covered by
the debris of the building. A bureau was
carried about four hundred yards through
the air and dropped in field. Two one
horse carts and large wagon were complete
" DESTROYED. Event wheels ere smashed
into splinters. An iron axle in the wagon
was broken into three pieces. 1t is sup
posed that they were dashed against a large
rock near the house. Nothing else could
have broken them into such small frag-
ments. The storm passed over NJ. Teelay's
residence tearing off the tin roof and scat
tering it like chaff over the country. A
huge oak tree, with trunk nearly i've feet
in diameter, was twisted like withe and
broken off about six feet from the ground.
The barn, carriage house, stables and all
the outbuildings except small
brick smoke house, kitchen and
| a couple of cabins occupied by ne
| groes, were demolished. The granary
was moved from the props on which it stood
and the floor being knocked out some l, 200
bushels Of grain stored in the building was
scattered on the ground. The fences were
blown down and the terror-stricken cattle
and stock in the neighborhood wi b no bar,
riers to obstruct them made their escape and
up to last evening none of them had been
recovered. Every tree in Gen. Harding
ward was blown down and two of his blood
horses were severely injured. Such de-
structive storm has not visited this part Of
the country for many years past.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
TENNESSEE NEWS.

Squire Thomas Kelsey, an old and re-
spected citizen of Lawrence county, died at
his residence in Henryville recently. His
death was partly caused by a fall from a
chair.
The Dyersburg Progress has the follow
ing suggestive paragraph: Lean, iank,
hungry, lOng-eared, shOrt-tailed, hollow
eyed hogs were growing their dull and stu
pid sermons last Sunday night beneath the
Methodist church during services. Hogs
make good sausage.
Greenevi]le is pushing the narrow guage
railway enterprise intended to reach Paint
Rock. Capt. o. g. Vanderhoof, Chief En-
gineer has about completed the location Of
the road, and the company has now some
$4,000 in available subscriptions. The
enterprise will be the very life of Greene
county.
There is now residing in Carroll county
a lady in her SStA year. Of course she is
the relict of a pensiOner Of the war Of 1872.
She walks regularly distance or ten miles
every day in fair or foul weather, milks sew
eral COWS, churns fabulous quantities Of but
ter, cooks for twenty men, besides biting
hOrsenails in two from time to time to show
the sOundness of her teeth. She reads the
finest print by moonlight and can skip bet
ter than her granddaughter.
4 dusky couple, were married the other day
in Lawrence county, under singular cir
cumstances. Houston had secured bis
license some time before, and on the day
mentioned he and his intended were al
work near the road. Seeing Squire rid.
ing along the road, Houston thought that
as good a time as any, so he hailed the
Squire and presented his papers. The
Squire drew up to the fence, and married
them according to law through the cracks
of the fence.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Naabv5IIo CI1v DIractorv.

The eighth annual issue of the Nashville
City Directory has just been issued by
Wheeler, Marshall & Bruce, publishers, and
the volume is equally as attractive as any
of its predecessors, and just as valuable to
the business public. The present issue con-
tains a handsome map of the city and
Edgefeld, the wards of the former being
beautifully colored, and all the public
houses and places of note carefully noted.
In addition to an alphabetical record of the
names of the citizens of Nashville and
Edgefeld, it contains business directory
of GAINESVILLE, Lebanon, and all the princi-
pal towns and stations on the different rail
roads ceptering at Nashville, Atlanta, Ma
retta, Dalton, Rome, Huntsville, etc, etc.
The subscription price is So, and it should
be in the hands of every business man.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
New Music.

pheasant Memories" an exquisite ballad
by j. r. Thomas, the popular author OF
"Happy be Thy Dreams" The present is
one of his happiest efforts.
Like the Chime of Silver Bells" pretty
melody by John Cruft.
son the Blue Danube Waltzes," from
Johann Strauss. The recent rendering of
these airy dances, by the great troupe of
Theodore Thomas, will prove their best
recommendation to those not already IA
miliar with their merits.
Coral Caves" with variations, by Sidney
Ryan. This beautiful parlor piece, so
simple and yet so ravishing in effect, seems
to have taken the hearts of our people by
storm and we shall soon see it in every
portfolio.
We are indebted to friend Mcclure, of
Union street, for copies of the above.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Midnight Murder.

At O'Clock yesterday morning the resi-
dents Of South Cherry street may have had
their slumbers disturbed by yells almost of
an unearthiy nature. They proceeded from
place in the street nearly opposite the
alleyrunning from Cherry to Summer street,
and at first it was hard to decide whether
they were from man or beast. They
turned out to be the dying walls
Of q young dog, which was strangled
to death by unknown persons supposed TO
be connected with the thieves and burglars
who have recently been operating IN this
city. After the yells had ceased the party
was heard TO walk alor the street and
then turn into the alley going towards
Summer street. After daylight the dog
was found dead in a bag under the door.
steps of house on the alley. Nothing has
been learned in regard to the killing which
solves the mystery of the deed.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

Gen. Joel A. Battle, Superintendent of
the State Penitentiary, returned yesterday
from visit to Memphis, Battle Creek and
Sewanee Mines, where ara engaged a num-
Der of convicts at work. Gen. Battles visit
was one of inspection as TO the condition,
health and treatment Of the convicts. Fa-
vorable progress is being made on the Mem
phis and Selma Railroad by the cOnvicts I'M
der Gen. Forrest. The road will be graded
by Tuesday from Memphis to the ATissis-
sippi line, distance Of about ii miles.
We are glad to learn that Mr.. I. J.
Hough, who was injured by a horse a few
nights since, is resting in an easier ccndi-
ton. We hope be will improve rapidly and
soon recover.
We see the Louisville papers announce
the return of Edward Peynado, Esq, of
the firm of Peynado x Co, from Havana,
where he has been 70 purchase large lot
Of cigars. This firm is one of the most ex-
lensive importers Of cigars in the South.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

A Card to the People Of Nashville
and Yicinity.-After an experience of
many years in your midst, during which
time l have been patronized by yoH very
literally, for which l beg leave to return my
sir &c thanks, and take the opportunity of
informing you that have once more resum-
ed the auction business, and knowing the re-
qJiiremen;s of the people of this city, have
made arrangements with large houses of
great reliability throughout the country to
receive regular consignments Of miscellane-
Gus goods suitable for this market, and
which 1 propose to sell at all times without
reserve. For my first sale, which takes place
tomorrow, l have a consignment of Dia-
mOnds, Watches, etc, which are as fine as
have ever been seen in Nashville, and which
are from one of the largest loan Offices of
the North, and to which 1 would call
especial attention, hoping the people of this
city will again give me the usual share of
patronage which they have heretofore ex-
tended toward me.
am, very respectfully,
II. SPITz,
II II College street.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

Other districts to be heard from will no
doubt increase the majority for Maj. Rice.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY.
The following dispatch gives the result in
Mont ,omery as far as heard from:
To the Editors Of the Union and American:
GAINESVILLE, March 9.-Vote light in
GAINESVILLE and Providence. The vote is:
II. M. Doak, $50; j. L. Rice, "A; J. G. Ham
bin, 20; Doak's majority over either Rice
or Hamblin will be ABOUT nile hundred.
ROBERTSON COUNTY.
The following dispatches have been re-
ceived:
To the Editors Of the Union and American:
SPRINGFIELD, March 9.-Vote very light.
Hamblin, 1913; Doak, 20; Rice, I, at this box.
County will go for Doak. Vote OF the
county not more than 400 entire.
To the Editors of the Union and American:
SPRINGFIELD, March 9.-Few returns
received yet. At Springfield Hamblin re-
ceived 1913, Doak %, Rice 8, Stewart 8. at
Cedar Hill: Doak 48, Rice 2, Hamblin l.
At Green Brier: Doak 80, Hamblin IA.
Very light vote. DOak will carry the coun-
ty by a small majority.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

This train runs daily. 1t arrives 800 A.
NJ. and leaves $40 P. N. every day. The
coach starts from the city depot on Sun
days same as other days. The coach runs
whether there are passengers or not, and
will continue to do so. 1t is to run perma-
nently, and the local travel can rely on its
regularity.
All passenger trains arriving or departing,
will stop in Edgefeld if signalled. The
usual stopping place is near the Louisville
and Nashville round house.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
The Orphans Fair.

The ladies engaged in making arrange
ments for the Orphans Fair, to be held at
Masonic Hall, during the week commencing
the LIST of April, have thus far met with the
most encouraging success. Their appeals
10 the hearts Of our citizens have been met
most cheerfully and literally. The ladies
Of st. Mary's Sundayschool desire to thank
their friends generally, and especially Mrs.
Ward, Mrs. Joyce, Mrs. Kennedy, and the
gentlemen connected with the "UNION AND
AMERICAN for very liberal contributions
10 their tables.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
CITY NOTICES.

After reading so much Of the great sale
Of PaWnbrokers' Diamonds, Gold Watches,
etc. concluded to drop in and examine the
stock, which We did yesterday. We must
say, we were both astonished and de-
lighted with the style of the goods as well
as the quality, as we have the assurance of
several of our jewellers that the goods are
as fine as have ever been sold in Nashville.
Don't fail to attend the sale tomorrow at
10 A. NJ. and 7 P. NJ, at Cherry street, as
we expect many bargains will be sold.
milo If
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
WAN DzPAKTnBxT,
OPYICB or TIE OHIEB SIGNAL OBBICEz.
WAsHIEGTOE, ID. O., March 9, 1914.


WAsHINGTOE, ID, O., March 9, l8IZ
PrObdbilities-The barometer viii con-
tinue falling from lake Ontario to Florida
and eastward TO the Atlantic during the
night, with continued cloud and rain and
easterly to sOutheasterly winds. The low
est barometer viii continue moving slowly
nOrtheastward in Canada. The rising ba-
rometer with falling temperature and
northwesterly winds with clearing weather
will extend from Louisiana eastward over
the Gulf States during tonight, and oZer
South Carolina by Sunday evening. The
pressure will continue diminishing over the
northwest tonight and continued cloudy
weather with rain and snow are probable
from the lower Missouri Valley northwest ,
ward over the upper lakes for Sunday.
Dangerous winds are not anticipated fer
the Atlantic and gulf coast tonight.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
ph,,n,n.thean society Rail.

We acknowledge an invitation to Grand
Ball to be given by this Society at the Hall
of Mr.. J. Hess, on Monday, April l, 1872.
The nice young gentlemen experimenting
the pleasures Of the evening are sufficient
to guarantee a delightful time to those
whose good fortune and excellent taste may
allow to be present. The Philomathean
Society Is composed of young men whose
object is mutual improvement in oratOry
and literature. Mr.. Jos. Metz has been re-
Gently elected President by the members.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
rndeIirered DISPATCHES.

The following kilograms remained at the
Western Union Telegraph Office, Saturday
night. Office hours Sunday, from to 10
A. NJ. and from 2 to P. NJ.
Thos. Moore, Peck & Cahill, J. Bloom
stein, T. Parkes & Co, L. G.. Tarbox, Jas.
C. Malsne, Steifel & Pfeifer, Hart & Hens
ley, John OvertoD, J. A. Carter, Rbea,
Smith & Co., ]. C. Jacobs, Webb, Hughes
& Co.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

Between three and four O'Clock yesterday
morning burglars entered D. P. Perkins
shoe store, 90 Church street, and stole con-
siderable quantity of boots and shoes, The
entrance was effected by boring holes
through a panel of the back door and
through the hole thus made the door was
unlocked and the wooden bar removed.
The loss is not known.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10

To all Persons Receiving Salaries in Nashville
OF Edgeheld:
GENTLEMEN-As balance is still neces-
sary to be raised for rebuilding the South
ern Methodist Publishing House, propose
to all persons receiving salaries in Nashville
or Edgefield to unite with me in deyOting
one davis salary to this laudable enterprise.
A general response to this proposition will
raise the sum required. All who are willing
to contribute one days salary will please
call on the teller of the Third National
Bank, register their names and pay the
cash. Respectfully,
JOIN PORTERFIELD,
Cashier Third National Bank.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
Newspaper Thieves.

Tim Boyle, aged ten years, was fined
$40 by the Recorder yesterday, for stealing
papers from the doors of our subscribers.
In default OF payment, Tim was sent to the
workhouse, where he will have a fortnight's
steady employment. Doc. Dyer, another
youth little older than Boyle, was ar
rested yesterday for a similar offense.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-03-10
To he Hanged

The Supreme Court yesterday affirmed
the case of John Presswood, convicted by
the Dekalb Circuit! Court of murder IN the
first degree and sentenced to be hanged Dy
the neck until dead. The court has not
vet passed sentence on the unfortunate
young man, the circumstances attending
whose deed was published few days ago
in the UNION AND AMERICAN.