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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Fine Sheen i'm Tennessee

In the notice of the death of our enter
prising and exteemed citizen, Mark K.
Cockrill, we briefly referred to the interest
he had ever manifested in sheep raising.
The following from the National Stock
Journal will show that his reputation in
this particular was not alone confined TO
his own State. That paper says:
One of the most noted flccks of fine
wooded sheep in this country is that which
was founded by Mr.. Mark r. Cockrill, many
years since, near Nashville, Tenn. MIR. c.,
when quite young-he is now more than
fOurscore years-went to New England,
and returned with seven sheep, driving them
on foot the entire distance. They were
selected from the different families
of the merino, being chiefly Saxon and Sile-
slams. They found congenial home, in
creased rapidly in numbers, ara improved
in size of carcass, as well as quantity and
quality of fleec3 In 1851, Mr.. G. manifest
ed the proper enterprise in placing samples
of the wool on exhibition IN the American
Department of the London Exhibition of
1851; from the report on which, now before
us, we take the following: "Mr. Cockrill:
The wool transmitted by this exhibitors
from Nashville, is well got up, and exhibits,
like the preceding specimens German
wool), quality of fiber indicative of care
and skill in the development and improve
ment of the fleece, which calls for the award
of the Prize Medal"
During the late war, the number of the
flock was so much reduced that but some
five hundred now remain. They are now
owned by bis son, B. F. COckrill. We saw
the clip of the present season from this
flock. Ii was shorn very early. The av-
erage weight of fleece is something over
eight pounds, the grade very uniform, and
chiefly from Xxx to picklock, and the mar
keU value as high as any clothing wool
grown in this country. The sheep are
thoroughbred, if judicious original selec-
ton and careful breeding for some fifty
years can render them so. TO Colorado,
Texas, California, Tennessee, or any mild
climate, they are admirably adopted.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02

Our citizens just now are considerably
interested about the proposed union depot
to be located in the neighborhood of the
present depot Of the Nashville and Chatta-
nooga Railroad, and there seems to be some
feeling exhibited at the action of the Board
of Aldermen On Saturday night last, in re-
fusing to grant the petition for the right of
way asked for by President Cole of the
Nashville and Chattanooga road.
From what we have been able to learn
connected with the movement, we can see
no reason WHY the management of the
Chattanooga road are not accommodated
in this request. by the lease of the Nash
vile and Decatur road to the Louisville
and Nashville Railroad Company, the latter
of course Is determined to have the proper
connections, and if forced to do so will ac-
cept the provisions Of an act of the Legis-
lature, which gives this corporation the right
of way around Nashville and crossing the
river beyond the southern limits OF the city.
Approaching the damage which Nashville
would sustain in such an event, Col. Cole
steps forward and thwarts any such move
ment by suggesting depot in which all
the roads shall be mutually interested, and
at point where bis own road will be on
the main line. The proposition he makes
is accepted, and the compa-
ny purchase all the necessary
amount of properly along the line for the
proposed trestle connections, not dreaming
for moment thai Nashville which is in
tended to be benefited would offer any
objections.
This question is not one of transfer of
freight as some are disposed to argue, for
the large number of trains that will arrive
daily, it will be absolutely necessary
that the freight shall go through
without breaking bulk; if not, what
claim can Nashville have to being great
railroad center, or what inducement can be
offered to other roads that are seeking
Nashville connections, and which will be
feeders to the Chattanooga road?
As to the locality selected for this union
depot, we suppose that great majority of
our citizens would be in favor of the point
chosen, inasmuch as it is more convenient
to the business public than any other
place which could be obtained. We
hope therefore that the Council viii no
longer throw obstacles in the way, but
grant The modest petition presented, and let
The work proceed.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
New Advertisements.

Yeatman, Shields & Co. sell large stock
of fresh, seasonable straw goods, Canton
mating, and a select line of seasOnable dry
goods. Just received, this morning.
Read advertisement of Hostetter's
Stomach Bitters, giving the career ola great
remedy in America aud Europe.
3. W. McCann, City Revenue Collector,
publishes i card telling when he is to be
found in his Office at the City Hall, "a !
Cherry street.
Al Whitman wants 81 900, giving in
terest and security and mortgage on
property.
Experienced female cook wanted at the
University.
Cheap French jaconets at Thompson
Bros. and Kelly, Summer street.
New COlonnade Hotel, Philadelphia.
Mrs. WhitcOmb's Soothing Syrup.
DR.. Pierce's golden medicine discovery.
Notice card Of the celebrated Plantation
Bitters a great tonic, corrective and alter
alive.
Chqs. Ricbheimer g. Co., 46 College
street, have received patent mosquito bars.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
OwENSBORO AND RUSSELLVELLE
RAILROAD.
Sumner County Looking TO Her In
terests.

Yesterday Col. r. S. Beyier, Vice Presi-
dent of the Greensboro and Russellville
Railroad, addressed the County Court Of
Sum er, at Gallatin, showing the prospects
and advantages of this road. The court, by
vote of twenty to three, decided to
submit the proposition of the county giving
500, 600 towards this road to a vote of the
people. Last night the proposition
of GaIlatin giving $4,000 to secure
this road was brought before the town
Council, but what the result we know not.
Sumner county is determined to advance
her prosperity by encouraging enterprises
fraught with such utility. She has voted
100000 toward the Cumberland and Ohio
Railroad. Col. Bevier yesterday after
noon met the committee fom the
City Council of Nashville, appointed
to confer with him in regard to
this road. The committee meet to-nigh t
and should they recommend that the city
of Nashville aid this road, or the Cumber-
land and Ohio Railroad, measures active
and earnest viii be taken to consummate
their wishes. If not, we have two roads
running from Gallatin to Murfreesboro di-
rect, and Nashville has the go by. The en-
gineer corps, under Maj. Eugene G. Lewis,
arrived in Gallatin from Adairville last
Wednesday, having made the preliminary
survey between these two points, distance
of thirty-Ore and quarter miles inside OF
seven DAYS.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
st. Mary's Orphan AsyIunl-Semi-An-
uuaI ReDOrt of the Secretary

According to custom, the Secretary of st.
Marys Orphan Association yesterday sent
in his semi annual report to the County
Court. From this report we learn that
there are now in that excellent Institution
II childreH-50 girls and u boys. OF the
girls, three, aged respectively 10, ID, and ii,
are idiotic; the others, with one or two ex-
ceptions, are in excellent bodily health. Of
these AZ, three are II years old, seven II,
three 10, seven 8, five s, two Z, seven 6,
three 5, six 4, two 3, and two years old,
the aggregate ages being 35l years, and the
average nearly u years. OF the u boys,
three are II years old, two 10, one 9, three
s, four 7, one 6, three 5, two 4, two 3, four
2, and two l year old, the aggregate being
159 years, and the average years. One
girl, now II years old, has been in the
asylum more than seven years. One child
died since last January, Samuel Haun,
aged years. About two months ago,
there were nearly ninety children in the
Asylum. This Institution is accomplishing
much good, and deserves all the encourage
ment it receives from the public. And
while on this subject, we may as well call
attention TO the fact that the Eighth An
nual Picnic for the benefit of these orphans
will be given at Merritt's Grove, on the
Tennessee and Pacific Railroad, on the
Fourth of July. These annual reunions
for the greatest of all charities are always
well attended, and afford uch-amusement
to the patrons. We hope the same may be
said of the one next Thursday.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02

The Peoples Stamp Of VaIHe.-The
Government endorsement, which legadzeS
the sale of Plantation Bitters, is not the
only stamp affixed to that famous Vegeta1.
BILE Tonic. 1t bears, in addition to that CT
fetal sanction, the still more valuable stamp
of public appreciation. This inestimable.
voucher of its rare properties as Tonic.
Corrective and Alternative, is Of much ear
lier date than the Government crecential5
for millions of sick persons hae pronounced
it the Grand Specific Of the age long before
Congress thought Of taxing proprietary
medicines. 1t is unnecessary to repeat, in
detail, the properties of this wonderful Veg
etable Invigorant. Tie best reference that
can be offered to those who desire the full
particulars of its virtues, is the General
Public. Ask those who have tried it as a
remedy for dyspepsia, constipation, bilious
ness, intermittent fevers, nervous debility,
rheumatism, sea sickness, low spirits, oE
loss Of vital power, what Plantation Bitters
has done for them, and be governed BY the
response they make to your inquiries.
jy2 deod1W&W1t
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
To the Farmers of Davidson County.

The Farmers of Davidson county, feel
ing that they are entitled a fair share OF
representation in the councils of the State, by
reason Of aggregate numbers and aggregate
wealth; and feeling anxious to be properly
represented in tho approaching County
Convention to select candidates for this
county to the next Legislature; and believe
it very important to have suitable candi-
dates to represent the industrial and agrl-
cultural class, a call is hereby made for
every farmer in Davidson county to met at
the Courthouse in this city on the next Sat
urday, the 9th inst, for the purpose vi TAX
ing such action in the premises as may be
deemed advisable to secure proper represent
tation of this class of our citizens.
1t is needless to urge upon farmers to at
tend, for they have long since felt that their
interests have been sadly neglected, and
that they will continue to be sighted in flu
ture; and that the farmers will continue TO
be hewers of wood and drawers Of water,
and the mudsills of society so long as they
are content to let others go forward and act
for them by misrepresentlng them.
Let us 90 to work and so act that we
will have voice in saying who shall repre-
sent this great interest which vitalizes every
interest in this and every other community.
Let us rally then, brother farmers, from
the lethargy into which we have fallen, and
let us shake from our energies the shackles
with which demagOgues and would-be-
statesmen have bound us. Let us there
fore, come together next Saturday and take
such steps as may result in great good to us
in the future. IL is desirable that all our
farmers rise up and meet and take counsel
together. Let no one stay at home, bGt
NAV all attend. We suggest a similar
course to the farmers of every county in
Tennessee. MANY FARMERS.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
An UnIucky stand.

Daniel Webster, colored man, who has
not as much calculation as his illustTious
name would warrant one to suppose, yes
terday gave way to the lazy influence of the
solar beams to enjoy whose golden
heat he stopped his hack in front
of the Maxwell House. A policeman
who thought Daniel had been there
long enough to fall asleep and have his
dreams rendered sweetly sad and softly
poetic by the melody of the Maxwell House
fountain, took charge of him aud will give
the Recorder an opportunity of investiga.-
ing his conduct, Daniel is a good drum
mel, land can annoy any one as well as any
hack man by asking questions and offering
his vehicle.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
For Ba,t,more-uaIr Fare.

From a letter received by Gen. w. Bate
from ex Gov. Bowie, of the Committee of
Arrangements at Baltimore, we learn Off
cially that from all Western points round
trip tickets will be issued at one regular
fare for the round trip to Baltimore. Issue
of tickets commencing July and continu-
ing to the 9th inclusive, and good to return
up TO July 81.
Quarters for thirty delegates to the Con-
vention from Tennessee have been secured
at Barnum's Hotel.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Nashville Cotton Mills.

The following from tho St. Louis Times
of the Goth inst, will show what is thought
of Nashville sheetings and drills in that
market:
We have seen samples within few days
of Nashville sheetings and drills" which
have just made their appearance on our
market for the first time, and are much ad-
mired and find ready sale at 14kc for sheet
ings and 159c for drills. As the name indi-
Gates, these goods are manufactured at
Nashville, Tenn. This is one of the best,
if not the best mill in the South and West,
and turns out goods Of the finest quality,
and their production must rank with the
best Eastern made goods.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Nirbt RIOoming Cereus.

One of the most magnificent specimens
of this, to us rare and ever beautifully won
drous member of the floral family, is at
Wharton's drug store, Union street. Many
were attracted there yesterday evening to
see this plant, which was in full flower last
night, being of brilliant saffron hues, spread
over a field of rich and s0ftest Vermilion,
delicately blended in graceful symmetry.
The flower is very much admired by those
who have seen it. Being peculiar plant,
one that is very modest, more so than the
morning glory, which fades under the gold
en- veil OF silYer-misted aurora, il opens its
beauties only when the Heavens are jew
elled and the mantle of night is spread
over its unseen magnifcence.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Our Stock of Cotton.

Several of our factors made the rounds
yesterday, and ascertained BY actual count
that the stock of cotton at this point
amounted to 1920 bales. Upon inquiry,
they also learned that our cotton mill would
require for consumption before the arrival
of the new crop 1888 bales, and other mills
receiving their supply from Nashville would
want $50 bales. Deduct therefore what is
required for home consumption, and it
leaves 1907 bales as margin for specula-
ton. We may add that there is but little
coming in, and no prospects for much more
of the staple. Our stock was yesterday
telegraphed to the Secretary of the Cotton
EXCHANGE New York.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
AN INTERCHANGE OF PISTOL
SHOTS.
TWO mem shot at KIngston.

Accounts come to us of serious ard
perhaps fatal shooting affair between j. G.
Rowe and Judd Washam, Jr., at Kingston
last Wednesday. Between these two per-
Sons, who had been INDUCING in drink,
arose some misunderstanding, to settle
which both parties brought their pistols into
requisition, firing several times at each
other but few feet apart. One shot struck
in the region of Rowe's left thigh, the ball
passing near the main artery. Wisham, it
is thought, win hardly survive bis wounds,
having been struck twice. One ball broke
a small bone in the left arm below the ell
bow, while another entering his neck, on
the right side, ranged near the main artery,
which was ruptured slightly, and passing
thence through the roof of the mouth
lodged near the lett eyeball. Rowe's
wound is not considered dangerous.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Fire Fly Schottische,

piece of music, composed by Capt. James
A. Gibson, leader of the 10th U. S. Infantry
Band, and recently published by R. A. Dor
man 81 Co. This piece was exceedingly
popular during the Exposition, and Capt.
Gibson, yielding to repeated requests, played
it often. Upon the title page we find, Gre
spectfully dedicated to Miss Jessie Hick-
man, Nashville, Tenn" now Mrs. Robert
M Porter
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
shnt Ruf MISSED.

w. S. Cree and T. r. Donaho had q
9turn about" on the corner of jackson and
College streets, the contest being a little
unequal. Donaho had his nose bunged and
face smashed by the fist of Cree and in re-
venge, shot twice at bis antagonist who was
not hit however, but escaped without in
jury. The belligerents were arrested and
gave security for their appearance before
Judge Halle this morning.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Board of Trade.

There was meeting of the Board Of
preston of opinion as to the policy of con-
tinuing the Exposition for another year.
AS the attendance of our business men was
rather slim, the Board adjourned to meet
again at the Commercial Insurance Office on
4 o'clock Friday evening. We hope our
merchants viii respond to this call, and de-
termine to use their influence in putting on
foot another grand Exposition.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02

The Tulip Street Church, Edge6eld, was
occupied on Sunday morning last by Rev.
M. Z. Elliott, of Sumner county, and his
discourse was listened TO by large and at
tentive audience. We believe this his first
attempt at city preaching since he has been
ordained as a minister, and his feryent and
eloquent sermon on this occasion, abound
ing throughout in beautiful simile and
elegant diction, gives promise of eminence
as q pulpit orator.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
The Grand RACE TO-nax.

Our community,as is the resi- of mankind,
is greatly excited over the big race at Long
Branch to-day. A large crowd assembled
at the Merchants Exchange last night
where pools were being sold. Harry Bas-
sett was a fsvorite by small odds at the
opening, but at the close LOngfellow had the
call, AlrOy and Monarchist being sold in
the field at 50 or SO to the hundred.
There were Al pools sold, amounting to
over 81, 200i. Pools will be sold at the same
place again this morning at 10 O'Clock.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02

Yesterday afternoon the graceful peram-
bulation of two beautiful young ladies was
Interrupted by rash juvenile riding fiery
steed ct reckless rate down Church street,
cerner Of Vine. Now this is simply
horrid, and boys should be more consider
ate. The young ladies escaped and pursued
the even tenor of their way.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02

Our friend DR.. Alexander captured a
rather novel specimen of animated nature
a few days ago-namely, "jewel spider, y
aud placed him in a small phial. BE is a
lively little cuss, with bright golden body
and vicious eye, and goes for flies as vora-
ciously as young alligator. When brought
in contact with the suns rays he sparkleS
and flashes like a jewel of the first bril-
liaucy.-AtheaS Post, June %.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
RIVER NEWS.

The river is falling al this point, the de-
cline being inches for the "A hours Guiding
last evening. We report 20 inches on the
shoals.
The Eddyville departed last evening for
Cairo.
The Umpire is expected from the Ohio
river.
The Ella Hughes departs for Cairo on
Wednesday at 4 p. NJ.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
DOwnin the Street.

Yesterday morning one Of the Express
Company's wagons broke an axle-tree and
let down on Cherry street, in front OF the
UNION AND AMERICAN block. The wagon
which came to receive the load from the
fallen craft, hitched itself between two
vehicles and locked itself there as closely as
a lover would his arms around a fytail
coat
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
STATE OF EHE WEATE-A.
wAk DBPARrMxEr,

OHTIOH OF THE CHEZ SIGNAL OBREo1z-
WASHINGTON, ID. c., July 1, IsTa
PrObdbilities.-The barometer will prob
ably continue falling Tuesday with south
west wind and increasing clOUdiness over
the lakes. The area Of highest temperature
will move northeaStward, followed by cool
er weather south an west of New York.
Partially cloudy and close prevails on the
South Atlantic and GU If coast. The area of
rain will move eastW ard into Northern
Canada. Light local rains prevail In few
places from Louisiana to Cape Hatt6ras.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
STATE FINANCES.
Cheering News for the People.

Cheering News for the People.
A recapitulation of revenue paid into the
State Treasury for the month of June,
1872, is as follows:
Tennessee money. COMMONWEALTH ~
State warrants. ............... l6,Z6O 80
U. .. currency. ..........'..s. 5000 90
lOtd' ..sss sSoOJOAO *
The receipts for June are smaller than
have been those during any month for the
last three years. As the current monthly
expenses average about $45, 900 or $50, 600,
it will be seen how difficult it is to run the
affairs of State without money. We give
this information to an interested public,
many of whom doubtless believe we are
prosperous people, financially, and will soon
reduce the onerous reality of taxes TO a gol-
den dream IF fancy, touching the purse but
lightly and over the soil presiding safely as
a silvery wave of morning mist. Whether
this be due to a depreciation of taxable
property, resulting from commercial con-
stipation, or to other causes springing from
financial debility, we know not.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Explanatory.

Scene-two 10Th amendments about II
years of age, standing on Cherry street-a
lady with large sun hat passed by.
See dar, SAINTS that Yolley Darden
hat?
No, you niger, OATS a family hat; bad
one too.
Yes, now sees it is; it covers heap o.
hair
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Letter CarrIers, Report.
A New Locomotive.

Trial of anew locomotive made at the Chat
tanooga shops in this city, was made yes
terday afternoon. This engine has driving
wheels of six feet diameter, is beautifully
painted, finely finished ard like unto the
celebrated No. 40. Why can we not have a
car, and engine factory of large scale here?
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
FUNERAL INVITATION.

The friends of DR.. P. W. and Mrs. A. c. Davis
are respectfully invited to attend the funeral OF
their son, p REsTON X. DAVIS, from their resi-
dence on NH Creek Valley Turnpike, on Tues
day, July 2. Divine service by Rev. I. Fannin z.
Burial at BIT. Olivet at O'Clock 2. n.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
For Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Depression

For Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Depression
of Spirits and General Debility in their
various forms, a preventive against fever
and ague and other intermittent fevers, the
Zero Phospl Grated Elixir Of Callsaya,"
made by Caswell, Hazard & Co., New
York, and sold by all druggists, is the best
tonic for patients recovering from feveror
sickness. 1t has no equal.
mh29 2aU fril4tues "
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
Correction,

In Sundays UNION AND AMERICAN the
name of the prisoner, whose wife came to
see the Governor, was said to be Dow,
when it should have been as it is Dove, now
confined in iail.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1872-07-02
LATEST MARKEE By TELEGRAPH.

Boston, July Lotion dull; middlings
z6tc. Gross receipts 1915 bales; sales 200
bales; stock $500 bales.
WILMINGTON, July 1.-Cotton quiet
middlings 24ac. Exports coaStwise 10 bales;
sock 1,074 bales.