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Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
LIfe's Mistakes.
To the Union and American:
MAN wants but little here below,

To the Union and American:
..Man wants but little here below.
Nor wants that little long,
Now that last line | believe. and the
shorter time ..that little lasts the better he
is pleased. II is strange that this cOuplet
Of GOldSmith'S, which contains so little
truth should be immOFtaliZed. Why. not
longer ago than this morning my husband
seated himself al i breakidst-table spread
with the numerous tempting dishes that
affection could suggest. and grocery stores
furnish. and after enjoying them for some
time the same desire that took possession
of Alexander the Great when he sighed for
more worlds 10 conquer, OyerSladOwed him
and he exclaimed, wife, why can't We
have fried mJIsh for breakfast"
Some good woman, o. possibly 4 man,
has written the following sentiment: "Iet
the grapes be ever 50 sweet, and hang in
plenty ever so low. Ia re is ALWAYS a fair
bunch out Of reach, and a careful observer
of mankind knows that that is the only
bunch We would give a ceIa for, and we
make ourselves miserable in irving 10 get
it. ard refuse To be happy without it. l
feel rs though / might rs well stop right
here, for the idea Of moderation or content
ment IS unknown TO the American mind.
Ne ito not echo the sentiment, s.iling away
ambition" for we believe that ambition is
the offspring Of the iumOTtaa spirit within
Us. 1t is the yedruing OF a neyer-dying
sOll for food, which We in our ignorance
try to satisfy with earth's perishable things.
The only ambition that is worthy Of the
souls homage. or will satisfy its cravings.
is the obiec. for which il was created, Ito
glorify God and To enjoy Him forever"
There are no thOrnS in this pillow, for a
heart which is in unison with its Maker
drinks deep at the fountain Of real pleasure.
To such a soul the hsllOwed i Influences Of
the family circle. the beauties of nature,
and Gods providence as seen in the world,
ara a constant feast.
..HOW ~cUv speet music Is, when time is broke;
And no proportion kept,
SO Is il in the music OF mems lives
If we could .'uSe this world as not
abusing il" remembering that .'lhe fashion
Of this world p5sscth away" how much
happier we would De. The world is full of
beauty, and full of interest if we would
only take time to study and enjoy it. What
a sad. sad mistake we make when We scOrn
the sweetness Of the hOneysuckle, and the
perfume Of The violet, and pursue a phan-
tom rose far, far beyond our reach. When
half that We have tondly hoped to win of
this worlds treasures are in our grasp, and
we are tired and sore from the chase, will
not the chilling thought 'has it paid"
dampen the arior Of our enjoyment? Then
let us clasp TO our hearts every joy that
comes in our way. and in thanking God
for it, make life zone long, deep thankSgiv-
ing psalm SCOTCHIE.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
Happy Gathering ia North EdgeGoId.

Tie children of the North Edgefield
Presbyterian Sunday.SchoOl had a glorious
reunion on Friday night last, on the Occa-
sion of their Christmas festival. The
school-rOom in which they meet not being
large enough to accommodate all who were
expected, the Trustees of the Methodist
Church kindly permitted the use of their
building. Three large trees were decorated
and loaded down with presents lor the
little folks, and 10 little presents at that,
for there were boots for the boys and
dresses for the girls, and just such articles
as We're seviceable. Rev. J. II. McNeilly
made an appropriate address at the opening
of ceremonies. and afterwards presented
a Bible to each one of the scholars in his
cas-. \ very largaGcrowd participated, and
the evening passed off delightfully."-, the
children leaving the Church with happy
hearts and loaded down with presents.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
AtfemRted Robbery.

There was an attempt made on Friday
night last to enter Capt. John w. MortOn'S
smoke house, first by trying to prize the
lock of, and afterwards 20 pass in at the
roof to which they assembled by means Of a
ladder, found on the place. Failing in
both cases they then attempted t. dig I'M
derneath, but this was abandoned, and
commenced boring holes through the wall.
They cut out a sufficient space for man
to enter. but TO their disappointment found
an inner wall. About this time the dogs
gave the alarm, and they SSedaddled. Capt.
Morton had Just killed and stored away a
lot Of hog meat and good supply of meal,
-four and other articles. Our farmers and
housekeepers would do well to be on the
look out, rs We hear OF a number of rob
berries in and around the city.
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Returned.

Mr.. J. +. Brown, the individual who left
us in 4 somewhat unceremOniOus manner
last Monday night and returned to Shelby
willie at the earnest solicitation OF. and in
company with the City Marshal of Shelby
Vile. returned to Nashville Friday, and Is
taking his food at the Franklin House. He
has not announced the length of time he
purposes remaining in the city.
Under the heading 'Ship AhOy-Capt.
Brown on Deck again" last weeks Shelby
uiUe Commercial says:
This gentleman who came to Shelbyville
some three weeks ago, a perfect stranger,
soon made himself familiar with many of
our citizens, aid with oily tongue soon
won their confidence; and their purse
strings, that heretofore had been as con
tracted as a mans muscles with the cramps
had the elasticity of India-rubber, and he
ONLY had to ask and it was received. He
spent the week before Christmas and part
Of the week following in the genial atmos-
phere of his new made friends rnand around
Shelbyville. He had frequent oyster sup
Pc rs, and tarried long at the counter with
invited guests, and had a merry tine gencr-
ally, spending money as freely as If he had
millions in store-all at the expense of his
confiding frienls.
All of a sudden he left on Sunday even
ing last in a buggy for Wartrace, where he
took the cars tnr Nashville. One of his
most intimate new made Acquaintance
paid our chief of police, Mr.. T. w. Con
molly, $50, after having telegraphed to
Larry Ryan, Of Nashville, to arrest the
aforesaid gay deceiyer, to go to Nashville
and bring him back. The following day
Mr.. Connolly arrived in company with
Capt. r., and ON meeting. like Bombastes,
face to face the aforesaid gentleman, he
concluded TO let the festive Captain go
"Scott free"
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
STATE OF THE WEATHER..


TslsyTdphic Report from SigHGt Scrrics C5rps q.
s. a, Of Observation, at 1921 u. My the
Pacific and Atlantic LiHs.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
Further Concerning the Fire Of Fri.
tsay Might.

No clue has been Obtained yet with re-
gard to the origin Of tie fire Of last Friday
night.
Mr.. Rannie finds that his loss will not
fall short of 81 ,OOO-the amount he is in
sured for. His insurance is in the follow
fi,g nai.ed companies: Niagara, of New
York. 81 900; Manhattan, o. New York,
s., 600: Queen, of Liverpool, 5000; Ph0e-
nix. of New York. $1,000.
Iitterer * Cabler are insured to the
amount of 81. 800, distributed as follows:
Franklin, of Philadelphia, 5000; MagnO-
liza, OF New J yrS, 5000; st. Joseph, Of st.
Joe. No. 5000; State Insurance Company,
of Nashville, 5000; Georgia Home, OF Co
IuInbus. Ga. 3, 800. The representatives
Of these companies visited the scene Of the
Ere Yesterday, and Eiiterer < Callers loss
was fixed at ST. $50.
c. G.. Black * Co. are insured in two
English companies to the amount Of 81 800,
having $500 Of it in the ROYAL, of Liver
pool and London. and the remainder in the
imperial, Of London. This ii1h has agreed
TO accept an offer OF S225 as a compensation
for their loss.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
Nen AdNeriisemenfs.


Only one week more to get goods al cost
from Gates * Pohlman. After that time
they Will pat on the tariff SO 20 in when
The golden opportunity is offered.
We direct attention to the advertisement
Of Patton X McInturff. contractors ana
builders. and dealers in sash, blinds, doors,
etc. This finn has Just completed spa
cious shop on Woodland street, Edgeield,
near Tulip. in the same locality where
stood the one destroyed 10y fire. They are
No. ! worBmen. prompt in filling their con-
tracts. and withal worthy and deserving
gentlemen.
Thos. J. Halle and J. +. Robertson have
formed partnership 10 transact a real eS-
tate and general agency business, and To-
Gated their Office at No. Q Cedar street.
The firm Of J. {. & ". II. Wharton was
changed Jan. l. to Wharton, Ewing *
Wharton. VIM. G. Ewing being admitted
as 4 mariner. The firm will continue bust
moss At the old stand. 3 Union street. Mr..
Ewing is a gentleman Of popular manners,
and will be a valuable acquisition 10 the
house.
Auotber certificate in our city notices
bearing testimony 10 the excellence Of
Noc.re-s Gothic Chimney Caps. BY the
yav. he shipped one Of those caps yester-
dav To Decatur, Ala.
The Edge6eld Female Seminary resumes
its exercises tomorrow. This Is not Gne o!
those private schools where lit Is dis
Grace TO learn spelling, reading and ariti-
metic."
Attention is directed to the card Of Muir
ray x Reagan. announcing their removal 10
10 and u y. College street, where they viii
continue. with enlarged facilities, the gene
raj stove. tinware and roofing business.
These gentlemen. by close application 10
business and faithful work, have won the
esteem and the patronage Of the public, and
are determined TO deserve still more thai
confidence and patronage. See their card
and note their speciality and their general
line OF business.
Dock y. Ambrose endorses Moor's CHM
ney caps.
Exercises in Edqetield Female Seminary
TO be resumed tomorrow.
Spring session Wards seminary begins
Goth inst.
Peoples store remeyed to 102 Church
street.
See Rice's advertisements in the city no
tices.
Gates X Pohlman continue to sch at est
for enc week.
hGdkltN ~ " dlltl iltNt ItHl'N'" ~ II
North COLLEGE street.
. See Advertisement Of SchermerhOm,
Maxwell House.
Dwelling PIG =. Cherry for rent.
Stores IA and 1876 College for rent.
Ou painting. landscaping, etc, taught at
81 y. Summer.
Situation rs teacher wanted by a lady.
Body maker wanted At 81 :. College
Chaucery sale Jan. a OF desirable city
property.
See new advert iSement Of rcaioy X Co.,
No. il y. Market street.
See notice To stockholders Of Louisville
and Nashville branch turnpike.
Mcclure. of McClWe'S Temple Of Music,
sdysTfises tie formation OF a copartncrsLip
with las brother.
Complete set of Tennessee Reports Tor
sale bv Tayel. Eastman Howell.
Store and residence on Summer street,
onposite Mrs. Tynes, for rent.
Office. corner Union aid Cherry, for rent
by ThOs. Calender.
Removal of Rannie's confectionery TO 109
s. Market.
Tie DIS. Dake have removed to a y.
Vine.
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An Old Time KYnfci,.

Mr.. Charles Sulzbacher is the Possessor
Of curiosity in the watch line. 1t is a
heavy, open-fdce gold watch, which has
been in use seventy years and still keeps
good time. BY pressing down on tie stem,
the hour is strJgck and Immediately follow
cd by an additional stroke for the quarter,
half or three-quarers past the hour indi-
Gated.
The striking apparatus Is plainly visible
through the glass case, the noise being
caused BY a couple Of images representing
angels striking with silver hammers on tiny
silver bells.
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Baltimore. Washington
x Philadelphia EN.-. l.,j =. NJ. Go p. NJ
Baltimore * New York
Fast Iiue-............ 100 ?. NJ. 4:C0 P. II.
Washington, Philadel-l
phia x New York En-. 1890 7. II. $50 P n
The 1.sn p. N. and 1880 p. n. trains run daily.
FROM LITTLE EIIANT DEPOT. EAST FRONT ST
Washington * Balt-
more Express. --...-.-. $50 A. II. Z.l0 ?. n.
Baltimore * New York
Fast Line lO.24 A. y. 1920 P. ".
Cumberland Express S.ij p. II. 80 A. n
This Is the only line running Pullman palace
DRAWN Groom and sleeping cars 10 Washington,
Baltimore and Philadelphia without change.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
aCFSDuai.

The Chattanooga Commercial says:
sThe Hon. Horace II. Harrison, member
Of Congress from the Nashville district,
called at orr Office last evening, while re-
manning IN town over night, on his way to
Washington. Mr.. Harrison spoke Of the
Importance Of the Improvements; Of the Ten
nessae river. and expressed his deternina-
ton 10 secure the appropriation necessary
to the successful prosecution OF the work.
If all ConEresSmcn whose duty 1t is tOgiye
attention 10 this matter, would give il the
same earnest support, The work would soon
be completed
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
tennessee Emigration ASSOCIATION.

Tie stockholders Of the Tennessee En-
igTatioa, Labor and Real Estate AssOciI-
ton have elected the following Board Of
Directors for the ensuing year: Il. IL.
Gardner Arson Nelson. \. 5. Colyar, Jno.
}Iolialt, c. Ii. Stockcll, ". ID. Haggard, Il.
c. Stone, Esq.
The Board of Directors elected the fol-
lowing officers: President. 4. :. CoIyar:
Nice-President. Juo. Aloff.ui; Secret ary.
Jno. r. Branruan; Treasurer, i. IL. Gard
ner: Executive Committee, c. ii. Stocked,
Arson Nelson, Il. G.. Stone, ESQ.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
Tares and Wheat.

4 very. sensible Old man from the cOun-
try was talking very earnestly about his
church yesterday, when 4 bystander inter
mpted him with: Il like your church
members generally. but / think you ought
20 get rid Of Bill -. for he's the biggest
rascal in the country
Well. YES, Bill amt Just rs honest as he
might be, was the reply, ''but you know
the Bible tells MS about tareS and wheat,
and We can't pull tares without pulling up
wheat. Bits a mighty big Tar, and ef we
pull him up Wen pull upa heap Of wheat. "
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
Pouring Through the Funnel.

The Chattanooga Commercial Of the Sd
inst says: Last Thursday evening about
forty colored people from near Macon, Ga,
passed through on the cars enroutefor some
point near Memphis. The agent in charge,
who has recently Travelled through portions
Of Alabama and Georgia, says that great
restitution prevails among the co!ared pop
uIation. Some Of them are living by
camping out and subsiStiug on the mast, and
in some places acorns are selling for fifty
cents Per bushcl. In Alabama, some of
them. old and young, are in a state of nudi-
~. and si,!.s:st on hickory nuts and turnip
slai. Within the next ten days three
thousand of them wifi pas through our
city to Memphis, for Arkansas, |.i3i,c :
great many are going West.
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FOR MAYOR.
Total. ......32I 233

1Otdls .c--A --JD -DC
Which shows g. majority for Brooks Of 63
over Thompson, and So over Morrow.
The vote for Aldermen in the different
wards was as follows:
FOR ALDERMEN.
1st Ward Campbell, 105; Benson, Is;
Hughes, 45; Parker, 46; Brantly, As; Hicks, 32.
ID Ward-Mc.nturff, II; LeSseur, 81;
Davidson, 80; Glenn, 80.
Sd Ward-Hudnall, 70; Crunk, %; Mil
Ter, 81; Clemons 81; Brown, 20; Scatter
ing, Z.
4th Ward-Miler, 50; Garfield, 70; Jen-
kins, A; Murray, 81.
9Th Ward-Wene, 81; Langham, 50;
Stallcup, so; Gary, 81; johnson, 10.
9th Ward-HutchisOn s.; Williams, s.;
Sloan, ).
The Aldermen elected are-H. Camp
bell, W. a. Benson, G. S. Lesseur. Len
Mclnturff, W. G. Hudnall, T. C.. Crunk,
r. S. Miller, J. b. Garfield, S. NJ. Wene,
Samuel Langhaln, j. ii. Hutchinson and
Albert Williams.
The old Board will hold its last meeting
tomorrow night, to hear the reports of Off
GERS and committees, after which the Board
elect will be sworn into Office.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04

ABOVE CHANGES.
LOW
STATIONS. SATER. RISE. FALL.
70. in. /. IT. In n q in
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Another Fire ON Rroas Stree.

About half past l o'clock this morning, a
fire broke out in the store Of Tugendrich Il
Son, known as the Red Auction House, on
the North side of Broad street, between
College and Market. How the fire origi-
mated IS not known. Policemen Corbett
and Kuhn had passed in front of the store
but q few minutes before the alarm was
given, smelt something burning, but could
see no fire, and after turning into Market
street, saw the smoke issuing from the
root. Upon the arrival of the Fire De
partment, the front door was broken into,
and the entire lower story found to be
sheet OF flame. The streams were soon
at play, and the firemen were masters OF
the situation. At this late hour, we have
no means OF ascertaining any particulars as
to losses, insurance, etc.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
a Proposed Presentation Nipped In
the Bud.

Justice Paul brought couple of hand
some canes down to his office yesterday
morning with view of presenting them to
certain friends. One was presented to Mr..
Joe Creighton, and then the Squire went
out to hunt up the gentlemanfor whom the
second cane was intended. He succeeded
in finding him, and the twain returned to
Squire Paul's Office, the latter reciting to
himself very eloquent presentation speech,
which he proposed to spring upon the
startled recipient at the proper moment.
But alas !. the deprayity of human nature,
and the superior cussedness" of some I'M
known wretch, prevented the delivery of
that thrilling Oratorical effort. During the
SlUire'S absence some rascal, who is
fastening towards the penitentiary, gObbled
the cane, and departed in a very quiet, I'M
OstentatiOuS manner.
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LOUISVILLE 81 CINCINNATI SHORT
LINE RAELROAD.-TrainS leave and ar

TRAINS. LEAVE. ARRIVE.
Southern Fast Line ,eX-
cent Sundav......... 600 A. ". 200 p. NJ.
Cincinnati Expires, d'ly' $50 p NJ. l2.5O p. N.
Cincinnati night EN-
press. except Sunday HOO P. NJ. BIB A. Il
Lexington Mail, except
Sunday..-...-...-.---| $50 A. N. go A N.
Lexington Express, eN-
cept Sunday........- 30 P. NJ. ll:5O P. N.
Lagrange AccOmmOda-
ton. except Sunday 300 a. NJ. S:l5 P. NJ.
Lagrange ACcUmmOda-
ton, except Sunday. 9:35 a. N. $50 P. NJ.
Shelbvyille AccOmmO-
dation, except Sunday. $50 \. N. $50 P. NJ.
Shelbyville AccOmmO-
datiOn. except Sunday. SEQ P. NJ. o:l5 A. II.
Shelbyyiiie AccOmm0-
dalton. Sunday only. $50 a. NJ. 700 2. n.
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4 Musical Duef.

As will be seen by advertisement else
where, McClure's long established temple
OF music has received an important addition
in the shape Of new partner, Mr.. James
X. Mcclure having associated with him in
the business his brother Il. Taylor Mcclure.
Of the senior partner of the new firm We
need say nothing, rs his career among us
for the past quarter of a century is well
known to all devOtees Of the art divine.
Mr.. Taylor Mcclure has been connected
with the house for many years, and his
present promotion is but the natural result
of steady industry and careful, pains-taking
attention 10 business. He becomes part
ner in a well established house, and de
serves all the success which we are sure is
in store for the new firm. Ecce guam
Io,3,gu
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WAR DEPARTMENT,


WASHINGTON, Jan. 3, 7:30 P. N.
PrObdbilitieS.-FOr New England and
the Middle States, partly cloudy and foggy
weather;will continue during the night and
portion of the day, with increasing east
erly to sOutherly winds.
For the lake region, cloudy and threat
ening weather, with fresh 10 brisk south
erly winds and occasional rain, the winds
in the upper lake region veering tOweSterly
and sOUthwesterly with decidedly lower
temperature and snow.
FOrthe Northwest, fresh to brisk and
occasionally high nOrtherly to westerly
winds, with very cold weather and snow.
For the Southern States east Of Mis-
sissippi, partly cloudy and fair weather,
sOutheasterly and sOuthweSterly winds and
slight changes of temperature except in the
Mississippi valley and west of the Missis-
sippi river. In these regions the tempera-
ture will fall and winds viii veer TO north
erly with increasing force by Sunday night.
Indications are that decidedly colder
weather will prevail over the Middle States
and thence westward to the Mississippi
valley by Monday.
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Central Baptist Mite society.

Though the prospects We're very unfavor-
able for it Friday night, yet the meeting
held then at Mr.. o. p. Williams, on Ash
street, was one of the most enjoyable and
pleasant that The Society has ever held,
which is saying a great deal. IL was pro-
posed to change the SOciety's object from
the cushioning Of the seats of the church
to the aiding Of the Ladies Committee to
pay the pastors salary, but the question
was deferred to be acted upon at next
meeting. After a good deal of discussion
for and against, the motion to get up a con-
cert for this season was carried almost
unanimously, ana the Misses Annie and
Sallie c. Wright, Mr.. Horace ArgO and Mr.
Robert a. HALEY, were appointed a COM
mittee of arrangements. After passing a
most agreeable evening the Society adj
iourned to the next meeting to be held at
Mr.. II. G.. Hite's, No. Is, Berrien street, on
Friday, Jan. TO, when all Of the
members are particularly requested to al
tend.
Nashville union and American. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1868-1875, 1874-01-04
LABOR REFORM PARTY.
Unjust and Oppressive Combinations Of
Eastern Capitalists.
IRE LabOring and Producing Classes
OF the West and South asked 10 meet

The LabOring and Producing Classes
of the West and South asked TO meet
i'm Convention.
We give as follows the preamble and res
o!utions adopted at a meeting of the exec
utiye members Of the Labor Reform party
OF Tennessee, held in this city YESTERDAY.
tO-wit:
'Ihe present unnecessary financial calam-
ity, the result of a combination of Eastern
capitalists and mOnOpolists TO rob labor and
impose burdens and hardships upon the
labOring and producing classes of the West
and South, together withsthe experience of
the past few years, leaves with us no longer
any hope that the Eastern bondhOlders.
capitalists and monOpOlists will consent to
such material changes in our financial and
transportation systems as viii secure to the
Western and Southern wOrkingmen and
producers an equitable right TO the enjoy
ment Of the fruits of their industry; and,
Whereas, these unjust combinations of
capitalists and mOnOpOliSts of the Eastern
SrateS are imposing burdens and hardships
upon the industry Of the West and South
more intolerable and unjust than those i'm
posed by African slavery; and
whereas, the law Of self-preServatiOn is
the first in nature and the most important
to man, it is therefore the duty of the la
boring and producing classes of the West
and South TO unite in an effort to free
themselves from combinations so unjust
and oppressive: therefore,
Resolved, that We recommend to the Ia
boring classes of the West and South the
prOpriety of calling a convention for the
purpose Of freeing themselves from the op-
preSsiOnS and injustice of the Eastern
States.
Resolved, that we invite our brother la
bOrers and farmers of the West and South
to take measures for calling convention
to be composed exclusively of the laboring
and producing classes, to meet at st. Louis,
Mo-, on or about the 22d Of February, 1874,
TO interchange opinions as TO the best
mode Of accomplishing this end, and to do
such other acts as they may deem polite
and Necessary for their future protection
and security in the premises.
ID. +. C.. Brooks, Chm'n.
LIZ