davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Valuable Invention.

Judge n. A. Patterson, editor of The
Cleveland (Tenn.) Commercial, Republi.
can, has been daobiing with mechanics
and seems to have made a success OF it
judging from a Washington letter, from
which we extract as follows:
A patent screw, invented by the Hon. n.
A. Patterson, Is pronounced By eminent en-
gineers signal success, and is the best Of
al in existence. He styles it the "Ameri-
can Eagle Wing Propeller" It has proved
itself to possess one fourth more DO yer
than what is known as the "Helicoidal"
blade. In q run Of SO miles the Helieoi-
dial (Which was regarded as the best
blade known made AZ, ITO revolutions
whilst the E,gle Wing in several
minutes less time, ran the same distance,
making only $4,000 revolutions. The two
wheels were of exactly the same diameter
and worked on the same vessel with the
same engine. learn that the opinion Of
a coed engineer has been expressed that
with the eagle Wing" an average speed of
at least % miles per hour may be obtained.
1t Is peculiarly adapted for use on canals as
it is 80 constructed as to force the wa ter
backwards instead of to the side, as other
propellers, snd will not wash the banks.
When the model was first shown to the
Secretary of the Navy he was so much
pleased with it, that he ordered the SINE
tested at the Navy Yard, with view to its
adoption by the government and it has
proved a wonderful success. The Judge
will proceed TO New York in q short time
or the purpose of testing it on the Erie
CanaT, and as that State offers 100000 for
any Screw Propeller that will successfully
propel her ca al boats, the Judge proposes
to pocket that little sum besides the roy
alty,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
New RnAriara.

A couple of new boarders were received
at the Hotel &c Patterson yesterday, in the
persons Of Sallie Lindsey and VIM. B
Owen, both colored.
1t is one of the strange features conuec-
ted with securing board at tn popular re-
sort, that when one secures quarters Their :
st, there are always rumors more or less de-
rogatory of bis or Der character, put in cir.
circulation by some one. In this instance
it is whispered about that both Sallie and
VIM. b. have been convicted of appr3pria.
tiGg to their own use, various articles which
others had bought and paid for, and fondly
imagined they were the owners thereof.
VIII, this is wo Id of distrust and susp;c-
ion, and Miss Linisley and Mr.. Owen can
rot expect to escape calumny.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
School Fund,

Pro-rata apportionment of school fund
now in the hands of d. L. Marshall,
County Trustee, made Aug. 4, 1873, for the
months of June and July. Tenth and
eleventh apportionments for the scholastic
years of 1S72-3: .-.r-.
First district, S1,67g; I'd district, 500 40;
Sd district, $54 40; 4th district, $1,000; 9Th
district, $81 20; 9th district, $3.50; 7th dis.
trict, $6S0O; 8lh district, $79 80; OH district,
$500; 10th district, $3.50 20; 18th district,
$9l.00; 18th district, S51.60; 18th district,
$500 90: 18th district, $76.20; 18th district,
S63 20; 10th district, $50 so; 18th district,
S24l2O; 18th district, SIG 20; 10Th district,
$500; 10th district, SIG 40; 21st district,
$54 20; 22d district, $3.50; 23d district,
5000; 24th district, $3.50; 25th di .trict,
$52 40; 2eth district, $1,000; total, s., OO9 so;
rate, 20 cents per scholar.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
0ChRnRR Cars >.

Maj. Y. S. Patton, so well known as the
polite and reliable passenger agent Of the
Nashville and Chattanooga and St. Louis
Rsilwsy has accepted the same position in
behalf of be Louisville and Nashville and
Great Southern Railroad, with headquarters
in this city. The Major Gy his courtesies
20 the travelling public, has won golden
opinions Oh one line, and in his new field of
labor, we predict will become equally as
popular. The ladies in particular, will be
glad to know that he is still in the railroad
business and is to remain here.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Killed.

Yesterday evening the colored man who
acts in the capacity of overseer at the farm
of Mr.. John Overton, some six miles in the
country, was killed by a white nan, but the
name of the latter, or the reason assigned
for the bloody deed, we could not ascertain.
Mr.. Fulton and Messrs. La Prade and
Craighead, of the Maxwell, accompanied
Deputy Coroner Ryan to the scene of the
killing, but up to two O'Clock this morning
these gentlemen had not returned to the
city.
LATEB.-The gentlemen referred to
above have returned and bring intelligence
that the Coroner's jury returned a verdict
that the negro, Wash Hopkins, came to his
death by gun-shot wound from the hands
of a. j. McKimmin, ard that it was done
In self defense.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
New Advertisements.

New Advertisements.
Money wanted.
Drsught horses for sale.
Bar and cigar stand for rent.
House for rent.
Locket lost.
Meeting of Masons tonight.
The WorkiDgnlan's Union announce A.
D. Creighton, E. P. T urner aud j. j. Nc
Laughlin, candidates for Magistrate.
Steamer BnrkesVille leaves to-day.
From the advertisement elsewhere it will
be seen that the firm of w. G. Collier & Co.
closed by limitation on the 9th of May, and
is dissolved, DR.. j. B. Lindsey retiring,
and the business TO be carried on at the
old stand by W. G. Collier. The many
friends Of this popular young gentleman
will be glad to hear that he has abandoned
the idea of giving up the book and station
cry business in this city. The card of DR..
Lindsey, in which he recommends bis sue
cessor, shows the high appreciation enter
tanned of him, and with him we can truly
say that no one is more deserving of a lib-
eral patronage.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Strange.

About fifteen months ago, a young man
employed as bookkeeper by Msrket street
firm, dropped some hot sealing wax on his
thumb nail, while sealing up package of
money; six weeks afterwards the thumb
began to pain him, and be then found that
proud flesn was growing under the nail, and
this grew so serious that it was found ne,,
essary to amputste the thumb at the first
joint, and as the bone had beca1Ie sffected,
a second amputation, by which the entire
thumb was removed, was rendered neces-
ssry. This last amputstion took place a
few days ago, aud it is hoped that no further
operation will be required, although the
arm is very much swollen, and large lump
has formed at the arm pit.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

A Desirable ImprOyement.

Alderman Pentecost, chairman of the
Street Committee, has commenced the work
of grading and graveling the Square, and by
the time this work is accomplished, that
locality will be very much improved.
The fence around the Courthouse is now
completed and is a fine piece of work. The
heavy iron gates are locked every night
now, aud gold pins and other loose articles
of that character can be left in the various
rooms Of the building in safety.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
STATE OF TRE wEATREB.
Local Report for this City, Monday,
AuR, 4. 1873.
uAR DEPARTMEET.

OFFICE CT CHIEF SIeNAL OFFIOER,
WAsHIEeICH, ID. c., Aug. 4, 1873
Pro6Gbilities.-For tie Northwest and
upper lakes and southwark to southern In
diana and Missouri, diminishing pressure,
rising temperature, partly cloudy weather,
with occasional rain in the Northwest For
the Gulf States, northwesterly to northeast
erly winds, cooler and increasing cloudy
weather and frequent local storms. For
the South Atlantic States, northeasterly to
southeasterly winds, ris ng barometer, cooler
weather, with occasional rain.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Gur Coming Fair.

The coming Fair of the Agricultural and
Mechanical Association, will begin on
Monday, Sept. 20 and win continue
two weeks, In connection with the races of
the Blood Horse Association, the
races to come of on alternate days with
the Fair. go. ...-....-
The following purses win be awarded for
trotting, at Lhe Fair Grounds: -
For AL two-yesr-olds, 5000; For aged
stallion, $500; For 2:40 horses, $500; For
all three-year olds, $500; For three minute
horses, $500; For 2:35 horses, $500; For
all four-year-olds, $500; Free for all
classes, 81, 600. ......
In addition 10 the above sums, $500
viii be awarded in miscellaneous prizes.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
RrOHa Her Neck

About half past seven O'Clock last evening
Mrs. Elizabeth Castleman, living at 102
Sou Cherry street, slipped and fell down
flight Of steps, breaking her neck.
An irquest was held at oIcs by Squire
Cassetty, when verdies was rendered IN
accordance with the foregoing facts.
Mrs. Castleman has been rendered al
most helpless for sometime past by paraly-
sis, and had been out of the hospital but
few days. She leaves one son, John Castle
man, amboatman, who was blown up
by the steamer David White, about two
years ago.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
The Ornhaz,a, picnic.

TIE annual picnic given by the members
of st. Mary's Orphan Association for the
benefit of the orphans under their care, will
take place on Tuesday, the I'd of Septem-
Der, at the horticultural Gardens, where it
is hoped and believed the charitable public
will be well represented, and enjoy them
selves to their hearts content.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

George Smith, colored, was arrested yes
terdsy afternoon, on the charge of being
implicated with VIM. B. Owens in stealing
various articles from Mr.. L. N. Carpenter.
He gave bond for his appearance. -.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

This gentleman, who was so severely in
jured by tank falling on him last Sat1r-
day, was still suffering extremely yesterday
evening, though he had been been kept
under the influence Of opiates most of the
time since the accident occurred.
The little daughter of Mr.. Carr, who was
injured at the same lime, is getting better.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
ST. Bernard,s Exhibtsiou,

Our young friends will be glad to learn
their annual exhibition, which was post
poned on account Of the epidemic nrevail-
ing, vii take plaza about the gath of Sep
TENDER. So, young ladies and gentlemen,
take care of your pretty dresses and prepare
yourselves to begin to get ready. The
school session will commence on Monday,
the 1st of September.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
school Directors.

The public should remember that three
School Directors are to be elected in each
| school district rext Thursday, one for one
year, one for two years and ole for three
years. 1t will be necessary for each ballot
to give the name Of the candidate and the
term for which he is balloted.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Revival.

A very interesting revival is in progress
at the Edgefeli Baptist Church, conducted
by the Rev. W. A. Nelson, assisted by Rev.
T. I. Eaton, of Chattanooga. Quite q
numb'r of accessioDs have been made to
the church, and the interest is on the in
crease. Rev. Mr.. Philli Will Gil the pull
pit to NIGHT.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
srate Inaurance Comnnnr

At meeting Of the stockholders of the
State Insurance Company, held on the 4th
inst, the old Directors were reelected.
John Lumsden was reelected President. G..
2. Thruston, Vice President, and D. r.
johnson, Secretary. -
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Fell From n Hnuae.

Felix Clemens, well known carpenter of
Edgefeld, yesterday fell from the new
building now in course of erection for NJ.
f. Seltz, Fatherland street, Edgefeld,
breaking his arm and receiving internal in
juries, from which he was suffering consid-
erahV last eveninp
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

The Battle House under the proprietor.
ship of Matthews & Gooch will be thrown
open to the public on Thursday, and the
event will be insugurated by fine dinner
to which humble. Of distinguished guests
have been ticketed verbally by Frank Bat.
Tie, the genial and courteous head clerk.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

pTRnfn

The fifth annual picnic of the Hibernisn
Society comes off at the Horticultural Gar
dens, tomorrow. From the success which
has heretofore attended the entertainments
given by this popular society, We predict q
large attendance tomorrow,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Probate Business.

N. Hennot, Frenchman, took out his
naturalization papers.
In the case of State vs.. Clark McG7vock
(bsstardy), the defendant was discharged
and an appeal taken.
The will of james II. Payne, deceased,
was admitted to probate.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Cholera I'm GaIIafin.

The sexton Of the cemetery at Gallatin
reports that from the 30sh of May to the
25th of July, there were % white and 80
colored persons buried there who died of
cholera.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Assaulf and natta-..

Kate Simpson was srraigned before JUS
lice Cassetly yesterday on the charge OF as
ssult and battery with intent to commit
murder. The evidence was not sufficient
to convict, and she was discharged.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
CITY NoTICEs.

Important NOtice.-The Exposition
Dollar Store viii close out half of the re-
naming stock on hand at so cents on the
dollar, to make room for fall goods. Those
wishing to secure bargains would do well
to call early and avail themselves Of this
offer. aug32t
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
The Gas Monopoly.

To the Union and American:
1 hope the subject of having cheap gas
will be made an issue in our next city cleo
ton. Let every candidate be called on to
say whether he is for or against continuing
the present monopoly. r.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

Trunks, Valises and Satchels in great
variety, elegant, substantial and cheap, at
VIM. Dunstead's Trunk Store, 81 North
College street, between Union and Church,
Sewanee Block. je6 If
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Next Tbursdax,s EIec,to,

Among the candidates for Magistrate we
observe P. W. Brien, who asks reelection.
A more faithful, honest and fearless Msgis-
trate never held office in this county. This
CITY and county need him.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Death of an Old Citizen.

Silas Linton, an cid citizen of this county,
living in the neighborhood of Belleview,
died few days ago oferiyipelas, in the 73d
year of bis age.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
DIED.

BLAKE.-Died Aug. 4, on Spruce street, OF
fever and teething, MARY ALLEN, infant child
of Rev. DR.. 7. O. Blake, aged 20 months.
The friends of the family are invited to the
funeral at the residence, TO day at 8 P. NJ.
Divine service by Drs. Baird and Ward.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

A company has been organized in st.
Louis to introduce marble from tho Knox.
vile quarry into that city.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Instead of Bitter use Sweet Ouinine.


Going Cheap.-Our entire stock Of
Piques and Alvarado Stripes must be sold
this week. Great bargains will be given.
John Gilgan & Co., 113 Church street.
iz27 II -
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Fancy Dress Rail-

Preparations are being made for grand
fancy dress ball at Kingston Springs on
Friday night next. 1t will be the event of
the season at that fine watering place.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Grand NIasauerade Boil.

We acknowledge the receipt of an invita-
ton to attend grand Masquerade ball to
be given at Yellow Sulphur Springs, Vir-
gina, on Thursday the 9TH inst,
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

TEE CHEAPEST, THE LIvLLIESr AID
THE BESTI
TEE CHEAPEST, TIE LVELIEBF AID
THE BEST
TEE CHEAPEST, THE LTvELIEsr AHD
THE BEsTI
TEE CHEAPEST, THE IVELLEsr AND
I--.-.. THE BESTI
TEE CHEAPEST, THE LLVElLESR AND
THE BEST --
EF
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
NEWSPAPERS,
TH 3 q = = AT

TWELVE PAGES-sEVENTY-TW COZ
UMNSI
TWELVE PAGES-sEVENTY-TW COL
...- UMNS .-rrT
TWELVE PAGES-SEVENTT-TW COL
UMNsI
TWELVE PAaEs-sEvENTY-TwU COL
UMEsI
TWELVE PAGEs-sEVENTY-rW COL
UHEEI
..r. ~
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
More Telegraph Lines.
Tennessee Marble.

A new telegraph wire from Nashville to
Decatur, has just been put up.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05
Cholera Gone!
NOW FOR BARGAIns.

NOW FOR BARGAINS.
DOC. hne Lawns for 15c.
soc. Linen Lawns for zoe. assn -rI
35c. Linen Suitings for IKE.
25c. Grenadines for I5c. .- -nE
75c. Table Linen for SOC
65c. Linen Napkins for 45c. ---
25c. Damask Towels for l5c.
l5c. Hnek Towels for Sc.
DC Piques for I5c.
35c- Irish Linen for sc. a
40c. Black Apacas for 25c.
SLc0 Marseilles Quilts for $50. sl1
65c. Corsets for 45c each. II. .-.---
Si.50 French Corsets for CSC.
Fine Cotton Hose for Sc per pair.
New shades Kid Gloves for soc. per pair.
Si.5O tYO-button Kid Gloves for csc. per pair.
$500 Gold Fans for SI35.
Beautiful S1.25 Sash Ribbon for oSc.
New Leather Belts for 4Oc.
1914 Sheeting for 35e.
Splendid yaFd-Wide Domestic for Ike.
Best brands Bleached Domestic fer i2x.
TRADE PALACE,
jylS sm IA Public Square.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

Containing the Dream OF the News, EdisOrisI and
Miscellaneous Beading Matter
P1blsshsd in the
DAILY UNION AND AMERICAN,
INCLUDING
LATEST TELEGRAPH NEWg,
POLITICAL INTELLIGENCE,
sndsToCK REP1RTs
LITERARY TOPICS sud REVuvs
SELECTED SOCIAL ESSAYS, @
PERSONAL GOSSIP, and --...
INFORMATION FOR PLANTERS
ToeBTHHR WITH FHB
OHOIOEsT STORIES, .--z
LIGHT READING,
AND POETRY, r
vRoz TN I-e
CURRENT FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC PA
RI0DIoALs.
~ L err r.
..... .T,I
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

TIE WEEKLY UNION AND AMEKlUAH
THE WEEKLY UNION AND AHEslCAN
THE WEEKLY UNION AND AMEBIuANI
THE WEEKLY UNION AND ABIERlcAG
THE wKEKLY UNION AND AMEKI
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1873-08-05

SEND FOR A SPECIMEN COPY
SEND FOB A SPECIMEN COPY.
SEND FOR A SPECIMEN COPY.
SEND FoR A SPECIMEN COPY
BEND FOR a SPECIMEN COPY
40
ONLY TWO DOLLARS A YEAR.
ONLY TWO DOLLARS A YEAR a
ONLY TWO DOLLARS A YER.
ONLY TWO DOLLARS A YEAH.
ONLY TWO DOLLARS A YEAR.
AppKEss,
UNION AND AMERICAN.
nashville. Ts=n
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1873-10-29

MAKE THE BEST OF YOURSELVES
Are you making the best Of
yourself? Are you using to the
best advantage the natural powers
of the body and mind given by
YOUR Creator ?-or are you dronlng
through life in half efforts, and
steadily drifting behind men Ct less
ability than yourself; men who,
with even fewer talents than you
possess, are making the best OF
themselves.
Think of this. Put the question
to yourself as we put it to you
and do it honestly. Look the mat
ter right in the face. Are you ma
king the best of yourself? If not,
begin a new life at once. DO your
best in everything. In your think
ing and in your doing. BE a man
in seIf.compulsion. Rise out OF in.
dolence and sclfindulgencc. And
not only will the world be better
for your having lived in it, but you
will be better for having lived in
the world.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1873-10-29
HOMEWARD.

Dropping down the troubled river,
TO the tranquil, tranquil shore;
Dropping drown the misty river
Times willow-shaded river
TO the spring embosomed shore:
Where the sweet light shineth ever,
And the sun goes down no more
o wondrous, wondrous shore!
Dropping down the winding river,
To the wide and welcome sea;
Dropping down the narrow river
Mans weary, wayward river
10 the blue and ample sea;
Where no tempest reaches ever,
Where the sky is fair and free;
O, joyous, joyous sea!
Dropping down the noisy river,
To our peaceful, peaceful home
Dropping down the turbid river
Earth's bustling, crowded river
TO our gentle, gentle home:
Where the rough roar riseth never,
And the veXings cannot come;
O! loved and longed-for home!
Dropping down the eddying river,
With O Helmsman true and tried;
Dropping down the perilous river
Mortality's dark river
With sure and heavenly Guide;
Even Him who, to deliver
My soul from death, hath died;
O! Helmsman true and tried!
Dropping down the rapid river,
TO the dear and deathless land;
Dropping down the well-known river
Life's swollen and rushing river
10 the resurrection-land;
Where the living live for ever,
And the dead have joined the band
O! fair and blessed band!
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1873-10-29
Catching Monkeys.

Olive Logan, in her latest vo!-
ume, describes how monkeys are
caught. She says:
"Monkeys are such cunning crea-
lures, one would suppose them
much more difficult to catch than
any other wild animals Pitfalls
will take a lion, and the famished
monarch of the desert will, after a
few days of starvation, dart into a
cage containing food, and thus be
secured. But how are the mon
keys caught? The ape family re-
sembles man. Their vices are hu-
man. They love liquor, and fall.
In Darfour and Saahar, the natives
make fermented beer, of which the
monkeys are very fond. Aware of
this, the natives 60 to the parts of
the forests frequented by the mon
keys, and set on the ground Gala
bashes full of the enticing liquor.
AS soon as the monkey sees and
tastes it, he utters cries of joy that
soon attracts his comrades. Then
all orgie begins, and in a short
time the beasts show all the degrees
of intoxication. Then the negroes
appear. The drinkers are too far
gone to distrust them for larger
species of their own genus. The
negroes take them up, and these
Immediately begin to weep and
cover them with. kisses. When a
negro takes one by the hand to lead
him off, the nearest monkey will
cling to the one who thus finds a
support, and endeavor to get off
also. Another will grasp at him,
and so on until the negro leads a
staggering line Of ten or a dozen
tipsey monkeys. When finally
brought to the village they are ae-
curely Gagged, and gradually sober
down, but for two or three days a
gradually diminishing supply Of IL
quor is given them, so as to recon-
cile them by degrees to their state
of captivity"