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Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
An Unearthed Anecdote Of Two Fossil Poll.
ticfanS-Hangman EOOte and JEFF. Davis.

Nasty lie Cor. Louisville Courier Journal
Foote and Davis were in Congrss in 1885,
while Taylor and Cass were candidates for
the Presidency, and occupied room to-
gether at the Willard Hotel. One evening,
seated by the same fireside, blr. Davis read
aloud from political letter of Gen. Tay-
lOr, and made running comments for MIR.
Foote'S declaration, which the latter
thought were rather too friendly for a
Democratic Senator to give expression to
in the heat of q canvass. In fact, he init
mated quite strongly that he thought DIR.
Davis, at heart was Taylor man that
spite Of his protested support of the Demo-
cratic nominee, he would secretly rejoice
over Gen. Taylor's election. Mr., Davis
had married daughter of Gen. Taylor,
and this little circumstance, Mr.. FOote
suggested, was at the bottom Of his col
leagues compliment of the letter, adding,
in his impetuous way, that it would doubt
less be very nice thing, after all, to be
son-in-law of the President-even Wing
President. Mr.. Davis could not brook his
sarcastic intimation of treachery on his
part, and retortd in severe language, one
word bringing on another until the grave
and reverend came to blows. The noise
of the fisticuff aroused other Congressman,
who rushed into the room and separated
the combatants, admonishing them of the
shame which would attach to two distin-
guished Senators from the same State in
dulging in disgraceful knock-dOwn. This
view of the matter naturally brought the
two to terms. and like the man and wife
who "argued" the question of "rat or
mouse" they shook hands and made
friends. -E
Really" said Mr. Foote, after smile
all around 'really, 1 should not have
thought of such a thing as striking Mr..
Davis if he hadn't passed the first blow"
''Are you not mistaken about that ?"
uged Mr.. Davis, apolOgetically. ..
'Indeed, am not" retOrted the impet-
uous.
at is my impression you struck first"
pleaded Mr.. ID.
"Oh no, it was YOU"
'No, it was YOU"
"But I'll sWear it was yOu.n
"And would swear it wasn't
"You did strike first"
II did not strike first"
"You did," 20.
II didn't" 81
"YOu did,
"I didn't"
"Well," said FOote at last, rising hastily
from his seat, "there shan't he any dis
pute as to who struck first this time"-and
as he spoke dealt Mr.. Davis a singing
blow on the cheek, which resulted in an
Other, rencontre that, but for theinterference
of mutual friends, Nigh have been going
Oil until now, for both are game" all over.
The question as to who struck first being
thus settled, nothing serious grew out of
the matter; especially as either party pre-
erred to have the matter hushed up as
speedily as possible.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
The IOrbett Issue.

III the Legislature on Saturday last, Mr..
Houk introduced joint resolution oppos-
ing the too hastily putting forward, upon
the Supreme Court docket, the case of tn ,
State and Samuel Watson, trustee, VS.. the
Bank of Tennessee and others, involving
the Torbett Issue, against the interest of
other suits. The resolution sets forth in
preamble that it "is believed that an Or
ganized effort is now being made to compel
the State to pay the so-called Torbett Issue
of the Bank Of Tennessee; and whereas,
in the opinion of the General Assembly,
the subject matter of said suit, viz: Torbett
issue, was placed in circulation without
authority of law" The resolution was
made the special order for Tuesday. SIS
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
FOR EIcN.
Rumered Abdieaiion Of the King of Spain.

LONDON, Feb. 16.-The following dis
patch was received here by the Reuter- Tel
egram Company. 1t is marked urgent
and was not delayed by the Censor al
Madrid. 1t is therefore believed to have
some foundation:
GENEVA, Feb. 10.-The Grand Council
hasdecided against complete separation Of
Church and State.
MADRID, Feb. 10.-His Majesty, King
Amadeus, manifests disposition to abdi.
cate his crown, in which case he will re-
sign his power into the hands of the
Cortes. Madrid is quiet.
Bands of Carlists have made their appear
ance in the province of Toledo.
The Senate, by q vote of SO against 6,
passed the motion of confidence in the
ministry on the question of its course to-
ward the artillery with regard to the recent
demonstrations and INSTRUMENTATION in
that branch Of the army. The govern
ment has creatad an ordnance depart
ment.
The bill for the abolition of slavery in
the island of Port Rico will be taken up in
the Cortes to day for discussion.
The snow storm which prevailed here
yesterday also extended throughout the
Northern provinces, where the fall was
very heavy.
The Correspondence in its issue to-day
announces the probability that the session
of the Cortes will be suspended for few
days, and upon reassembling proposition
from King Amadeus to abdicate the throne
will be read in Congress, where an effort
will probably be made to dissuade the
King from carrying out his purpose.
Should he persist the call will be passed
electing Regent and Cabinet. Other
Madrid journals state that if the King
should resign the crown and present au-
thorities will remain in office to watch
the course of events, it is believed
that all questions arising out of the abdi-
cation will be settled according to the
constitution and without any disturbance.
A Cabinet council was held last night,
after which Senior Martos, Minister of
Foreign Affairs; Senior Becirra, Minister
of the Interior, and Senior Echequary,
Minister of Finance, had conference with
Senior Rivero, President of Congress. A
conference also took place between Senior
Cordoba, Minister of War, and the princi-
pal military officers in Madrid.
A large meeting Of Conservatives was
held last night.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11

Mr.. COLFAX AND MIR. AMEs.-Mr. Col
fax is quite ready to confront Mr.. Ames
when that gentleman is ready to appear.
Contrary to announcement, Ames did not
appear this morning. During the interim
in the examination, Mr.. COlfax has care
fully examined the private papers relating
to his business transactions for the last four
years, and is willing to render an account
of the stewardship Of his private matters
to public which, it would seem, has be-
come cruel, ungenerous and exacting to-
ward a servant whose fidelity has been
proven by integrity for quarter of GEN.
tury.- Wash. Cor. N. Y. Times.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
What Gen. Schenk Says of Tennessee.

The Philadelphia Press Of the 1st inst,
publishes the following in connection with
Gen. Schwenk, who knows whereof he
speaks:
Gen. S. X. Schenk, United States
Army, from Tennessee, is at the Cont
mental Hotel. He gives very favorable
account of affa RS in Tennessee, and says
the reelection Of General Grant has done
much to qulev political agitation and re-
store confidence in business. He thinks
no State in the Union can offer better in
ducements to Northern capital and enter.
prise, productive lands being cheap, and
large deposits of fine coal and iron for sale
for less than half their value, the climate
delightful, society good, and the people
generally glad to welcome good citizens
from any part of the world.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
An Attempt TO Preserve the Credit of
Georgia.
Disposition Of Regular Troops on the
Frontier.
Funeral 0bSequieS Of Vicar-Genera'
STAIRS.
Amadeus Tired of the Spanish Crown.
WASHINGTON.
Changes in Location OF Goyernmen emf
Troops Ordered.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 10.-Some impOr-
tant movement of troops will soon be
ordered by the War Department, the effect
of which will be to take from the States
of Kentucky, North and South Carolina,
Alabama and Tennessee, the greater pOr-
ton of the United States military forces
Situated in those States and to locate them
at other points where the interests of the
Government may require their presence.
It is learned that there are no troops
now nuder orders for service in Utah, and
if does not appear that the Department
Immediately contemplates sending any in
addition to the forces of the Government
already serving in proximity to the Nor
mon country.
A reoiment will soon be stationed along
the Rio Grande, Oh account of the troubles
i'm that section. In other parts of the
South they will be gradually Withdrawn.
1t is be ieved that nearly all the Kuklux
prisoners, who are now in prison, will be
pardoned within very short time, and
particularly those of the more ignorant
class convicted of crimes of that char
acter The Government will, however,
prosecute vigorously all new instances Of
KukluX prosecutions, and it is very certain
that should additional cases arise, the EX-
ecutive and Department of Justice would
regard with great disfavor all appeals for
mercy or leniency.
The President approved the bill for eight
war sloops.
The Senatorial caucus to-day showed an
indispositon for an extra session. \ COM
mittee was appointed TO arrange the order
of business.
The Senate bill making appropriations
for public buildings at Parhersburg, West
Virginia, passed.
Machen has taken his seat as successor
TO Garrett Davis.
The bill extending the Southern claims
commission to 1876 passed. Other amend
ments to the bill were offered when the
matter went over.
The distribution Of the Alabama award
was resumed and passed.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
HON z NEWS.


Another Eight Hours Strike Probable.
CHICAGO, Feb. 10.-Henry w. Bigelow,
well known wealthy citizen, has COM
mitted suicide.
NEW YORK, Feb. 10.-There were fully
10000 people who honored the remains of
DIR. STAIRS yesterday with last look.
Last night was the coolest of the season.
\ German journeyman at meeting last
night, took preliminary steps for an eight
hour strike. The movement embraces
nearly all branches of workmen.
The appropriation of 100000 for the
postoffice building is exhausted and work
has stopped.
Col. Auguera stated at his reception yes
terday that he had ship and arms ready
for Cuba. The point of departure was not
stated.
The funeral ceremonies of the late Vicar
General STAIRS, took place to>day at Saint
Patrick's Cathedral. The church was drap-
ed in black and was crowded to almost suf-
location. A pontifical high mass was Gel
ebrated by Archbishop McClosky, and the
funeral Grafton was preached by Bishop
Loughlin, of Brooklyn.
CINCINNATI, Feb. 10.-The new boat
Pretrel is reported to have struck fog
The captain came ashore, but was chilled
to death. Seven others were lost.
TOPEKA, Feb. 9.-Senator York, before
the Legislative COMMITTEE, reiterated the
ststement that Senator Pomeroy paid him
$1,000 for his vote. 1t was scheme tc
catch Pomeroy. ingalls,, Pomeroy's sue
cessor in the Federal Senate, knew moth
ing of the trap for Pomeroy.
ATLANTA, GA, Feb. 10.-Gov. Smith
has sent special message to the Legisia
lure to the effect that $2,567 ,435 must he
provided this current year to meet the
bonds falling due and pay the interest on
the public debt. Among the debts to be
met are Russell Sage's claim of 1915 900
to pay interest of S567. 900 on gold quarter
ly bonds to Jan. list, 1874, and to pay bond:
falling due this year and January 1874
and to pay interest on the public debt
The message was referred to the john
Finance Committee to report tomorrow.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
The President and the Ladies.

During his recent trip to Wilmington
Delaware, the President had reception
at the residence of prominent citizen.
At the reception at Mr.. Heald's quite 9
number of ladies were present, and the
following little incident occurred. Miss
Emma Worrel said:
Mr.. PRESIDENT: Please accept, on be.
half of Mrs. Heald and the ladies present
this boquet, with our thanks for your great
act in excluding wine from your New
Years receptions. Whatever act of your
administration may be remembered, this
act of the sOine will never be forgotten by
the women of our land.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
The general opinion in New York il

The general opinion in New York is,
that Stokes will be hanged. He is greatly
changed. He looks much older. His hair
is rapidly turning gray, while on his face
is plainly visible the marks of intense
grief. Heis beginning to realize his awful
position, and is doubles, conscious of the
fact that their is only the slightest shadow
of chance for his escape from an ignomin-
and his remark when the verdict of guilty
was rendered, viz: II hope you have
been we'll paid for this" it is firmly be-
lieved, will operate against him if "A new
trial be granted.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
The Way to Do IL.

The following preamble and resolution
were unanimously adopted by the Baptist
Church at Philadelphia, in Conference,
February s, 1878:
WHEREAS, The use of tobacco in church
is both indecent and irreverent, and abso-
lutely inconsistent with our professed re-
gard for the sanciity of Gods house ;
therefore,
Resolved, That public notices lie given
that such conduct will not be tolerated in
any one attending our services.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
TELEGRAPHIG SUMMARY.

The survivors of the Mexican war at q
meeting in Pittsburg petition Congress for
increased pensions in view of the great
benefits accruing to the government from
their services in that war.
FROM the rules set forth for the counting
Oh o. Inc electoral votes i'm Congress it is be-
heved, that the vote of Louisiana will be
excluded.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11

In small New England town drug
cist was surprised and disturbed to receive
at the hands of dirty looking customer
the following prescription "Please give
the bare sumpthin to flick him Is cts
worth -
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
CONGRESSIONAL.
Proceedings of the second Session of the
FOrfy.SecOnd Congress.
SENATE,

WASHINGTON, Feb. 10.
The Committee on Privileges and Elec-
tons have made report as fore Swallowed
regarding the electoral vote of Louisiana.
1t contains condensed statements of facts
elected.
Morton and Trumbhll each present ad-
o'endG, but they are merely different views
of the courts.
HOUSE.
A large number of bills were introduced
and referred.
The bill increasing the salary of the
President and other officers was lost, yeas,
81 ; NAYS, 119.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11

During the war letter written by a
rebel soldier to his sweetheart was cap
tured, wherein the writer said: 1--WE will
lick the yanks tomorrow, if goddlenlity
pares our lives" 81
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
How They Look at 1t in East Tennessee.

The Knoxville CHRONICLE does credit
to itself, to the Republicanism it processes
and to its party, in the candid manner
with which it meets the Credit Mobilier
scan dal.-NashviIle Banner, Tth.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
Kern,a Fresh Oysters.

Peter Kern is receiving every day fresh Nor
folk Oysters in kegs, which he offers by the
quart to the public. He has superior ice house
and keeps his oyters fresh. They are of the
best quality and packed for his special trade.
12-4 diff
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
Medical

~ -; :
G3d9l z:S7sl3
- d
This unryalled Medicine is warranted not to contain
single particle of Mercury or any injurious minera
substance. but is
~ PURELY VEGETABLE.
For FORTY YEARS it has proved its great value in
all e. OF the ayER "a IL ~ Ihsp
ing the BLooD stimulating the torpid Liver and Bow
sns PeT ana
knowledged to have NO equal asa
LIVER MEDICINE.
1t contains four medical elements never united in
the happy proportion in any other preparation
viz gentle Cathartlc, wonderful Tonic unex
ceptonabe Alternative and certain Core tive OF all
impurities o. the body. Such signal success has at
tended its use. that It is now regarded as the
GREAT UNFAILING SPECIFIC
Of. to-Wt: DYSPEPSIA. CONSTIPATION: Jaun-
dice, Bilious attacks, SICK HEADACHE. Collie. De
preston OF Spirits. SOUR STOMACH, Heart Burn
&C., &c. .--...
Regulate the Liver and prevent
CHILLS AND FEVER.
Simmons Liver Regulator
Is manufactured only By
J. III. ZEILIN a. Co,
Macon, Ca, aud Philadelphia.
Price. sl00 per package; sent by mall postage paid
SIS; prepared, ready 70 use in bottles, Sl.0O.
SOLDBY ALL DRUGGISTS.
HrBeware of all Countcrfeits and Imitatons.-es
For sale by T. c. HUNTER and E. J. Sanford & CO..
Knoxville. Tennessee.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1873-02-11
AN INCIDENT.

l did not intend, when / commenced
this letter, to characterize it with much
gravity. l felt like gossiping little, and
1 have done it. In my next l will give
YOU some idea as to the doings of the Leg
islature, thing could not do now, as
have just reached the city.
ALAMO DANTE
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-01-06
PROSPECTUS.
II H Il
STATE JOURNAL FOR 1873

II II 70

We call the attention Of our friends
throughout the State to the very liberal
terms upon which the STATE JOUR-
NAL is offered for 1878, and the extraor-
binary inducements to form clubs, espe-
cially for our Semi-W Weekly and Week
ly editions.
Clubs can bessmsde up from as many
different postolices as there are names,
which can be sent in, with the cash, as
fast as obtained, and when completed the
extra copy will be forwarded to any adj
dress named.
Make up a Club at once, or send in your
name. Remember that SIS will pay for
six copies Of the Weekly for n year,
and $40 will pay for ten copies of the
Weekly and one copy of the Semi
Weekly for one year, and for every ten
subscribers for one year to SEMI.WE EEK
LY or twenty subscribers for one year to
WEEKLY, we will give a copy of the
"Great Industries Of the United
States" worth $3.50.
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MACHINERY &C.

H.Eg
FoR SALE
/ Woodward Steam-Pump q 800 gallons
per minute), with all connec ions
l pair 14-inch Guild & Garrison Vacuum
Pumps, with connections
mo. A Woodward Pump,
/ Guild & Garrison waterbury,, Finch
water-cylinder, 24-inch steam. cylinder
Vacuum Pan, Sx12, with connections, COM
plete
l Condenser for Vacuum Pan, 10-foot pipe;
90 feet 14-inch Cast Iron Pipe,
10 feet 6-inch flange Cast Iron Pipe,
1Johnson's Blower, 8 feet diameter
1000 feet 4-inch flange Cast Iron Pipe,
100 feet 6-inch flaage Cast Iron Pipe,
1000 feet Pinch Steam Pipe,
l pair Double Engines, 14-iDch cylinder, 81
foot stroke-an complete
so feet l6 inch Leather Betting,
4Cast Iron Hoppers,
Mills for grinding bark,
16 large Leach Tabs,
% large Water Tanks.
The above machinery is all first-class and in
perfect order, and will be sold on fair terms to
any one desiring to purchase. Apply to
CHARLES T. WORKMAN & CO.,
No. 70 Fifteenth street,
4 between Main and Cary streets,
de 2-eod4w Richmond, Va.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-01-06

WI much dislike to suggest the creation
of an additional office, to swell the exist.
ing array, but there really seems to be one
needed, to render the county organization
complete. 1t is a county auditor who is
wanted. His duty should be to audit the
accounts of tho county treasurer, the
superintendent of the poor, and the board
of supervisors. The supervisors are not
properly an auditing body. No board, or
individual, who pays or draws warrants, can
properly audit their own accounts. 1t should
be done by an independent board or person
who should be required to scrutlnize every
warrant and voucher, and test the accuracy
of every statement OF receipt and expendi-
ture. lie might also be required to ex-
anime the books Of the county clerk and
report to the First Auditor on the amount
of taxes due therefrom to the State. This
Office should be appointed annually by the
circuit judge and his compensation be fixed
by law. A man with some skill as an
accountant would naturally be selected by
the judge, which is not always the case
with the people in selecting supervisors.
As an offset to this small expenditure,
we can suggest where a big leak in the
county treasures may be stopped. 1t is
by repeating the law authorizing judges tc
make allowances to sherilfs and attorneys
for the Commonwealth. Those officers
should derive their compensation exclusive.
ly from fees, and thus be paid in proper
ton to the work they do.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-01-06
FOR SALE.

nor SALE
Il ASPLENDID FRUIT FARM IN SOUTH
ERN ILLINOIS, CONTAINING 2i0
ACRES, FULLY STOCKED WITH
THE CHOICEST VARITIES OF
PEACHES, APPLES, PEARS,
GRAPES, CHERRIES AND
SMALL FRUITS
1t has seven acres of bearing Strawberries, six
acres in Pears, sixteen acres in Peaches, fifty
acres in Apples, and four acres in Cherries S.
Good HOUSE AND BARN, fine spring water,
and all out-houses necessary.
The farm is in a high state of cultivation, and
adapted to wheat, corn, grass and the root crops.
Its location is very beautiful and healthful, two
miles from the village of Golden on the. main
line of the Illinois Central Railroad. The neigh
borhood is one of the best in the whole West,
having goods society and schools.
This farm is a great bargain at the price
asked. viii sell on time or exchange for first
class Virginia property.
Enquire at the STATE JOURNAL office.
an 2-tf
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-01-06

The designation Of General Won Room
as Minister-Pr President of Prussia is inter-
preted as favorable to the anti-Liberal
party. Bismarck, with his keen forecast
and sagacity, has lately been cooperating
with the Liberals. Failing to carry the
Emperor with him fully in this progressive
policy, he resigned his place at the
head of the Prussian Cabinet, retain
ing only that Of Chancellor of the En-
pire. General Won Room is a recognized
adversary of Liberalism, and his appoint
ment indicates that Bismarck's domestic
policy has received something of a check,
though his primacy in German counseIs
remains.
The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1873-01-06

THE Bureau of Education, under the
management of General Eaton, has per-
formed a great deal Of work. To bring
the educational institutions of the country
and state officials into direct communities
ton with the Office, General Eaton visited
every state and territory in the Union, and
consulted with the proper officials. Forms
of inquiry were devised and sent out by the
thousands; and between three end four
thousand extended inquiries were en-
bodied in the statistical tables alone of a
single report. State, city and town
school reports, school journals, periodi-
Gals and catalogues, and, in short, every
thing bearing upon or illustrating the con-
dition of education, were gathered and col
lated. A system of exchanges with for
eign countries, was, as far as possible,
inaugurated, and a similar use was made of
data derived from them. Monthly SIR
culars of Information, /" treating of topics Of
general interest to educators, have also
been issued by the office, and forwarded by
mail to teachers and superintendent OF
schools in all the states end territories.