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Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
Senatorial Convention at Sevieryille-
DIR. J. G. Ellis the Nominee.
SEv1ERvILLE, Sept. 70, 1874.

''aA ' I'm 4 lAiIF1t lDGlls l., lOIts
EDITORS CHRoNICLE: The Republl.
can convention to nominate candidate
to represent the counties composing
the 3rd Senatorial district in the next
General Assembly of the State of Ten
nessee, met at this place to-day.
Present, a large number OF delegates
from Sewer, two from Blount, one
from Jefferson, aud five from Cooke.
On motion Of Hon. j. NJ. Lqyman. of
Sewer, w. T. Parham, OF Blount was
called TO the chair who explained
briefly the objects OF the mecting-ex-
pressed the hope that harmony and
good feeling would prevail, aud made
few very forciole remarks in regard
90 the importance Of securing the ser
vices Of "a good man, aud then an.
nouuced that the chair was ready to
entertain motion for the election of a
secretary.
On motion Of the Hon. j. NJ. lay
man, Hon. Isaac Allen, of Cooke, was
elected secretary.
On motion, a committee OF four, con-
sisting of Hon. J. NJ. Layman. of
Sewer, J. A. Jackson, of Blount. Asa
Derrick, ofJeilerson, and VIM. Philips
of Cooke, was appointed to fix the basis
upon which the convention should
vote, who reported jefferson entitled
to II votes, Blount II, Cooke II, and
Sewer -, which, on motion, was
adopted.
Mr. Jackson, of Blount, then moved
| that the Hon. J. c. Ellis, of Sewer, be
| declared by acclamation to be the
| choice of the convention, which was
| seconded by d. p. Class, of Sewer.
The vote was taken, and the Hon
J. G. Ellis was declared the nominee
without a dissenting voice.
On motion, a committee Of four, to-
wit; Hon. !. NJ. Layman, Hon. Isaac
Allen, J. A. Jackson and Asa Derrick
was appointed to wait upon Mr.. Ellis,
and inform him of his nomination.
Mr.. Ellis soon made his appearance,
and in a few brief and pertinent re-
marks accepted the nomination
thanked the Convention for the honor
they had conferred, and assured them
If elected to the distinguished position
to which he had been put forward,
that his efforts would be to secure the
passage of such laws as the interest OF
his constituents demanded.
On motion, an Executive Commit
tee was appointed, consisting of two
from each county, to-wit: DR.. j. Nat
Lyle and B. +. Franklin, of Jefferson
G. Il. Peterson and Hon. Isaac Allen
of Cooke; r. ). ALLEN and S. p. Row
Ell, Of Blount, and John w. Ande,
and Nelson Fox, of Sewer, to fix tn,
time and place, and to call the mex
Senatorial convention, and to act il
said capacity until their successors ar,
appointed.
= On motion, it was ordered that tn,
proceedings of this meeting be pub
lished in the Knoxville Chronicle
NIaryville Republican and Newpor
Press and Times.
On motion, the convention adj
jOurned.
> w. II. PARHAM, President.
3 ISAAC ALLEN, Secretary.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
WASHINGTON.
Decline in the Cotton Crop.

WASHINGTON, ID. c., Sept. 1.-THE
September cotton returns Of the De-
partment of Agriculture, show very
heavy decline in the prospects Of the
cotton crop in all the States except
Virginia, where it about holds its own.
The crop of Virginia, however, is too
small to exercise any appreciate in
fluence in the general result States
averages are as follows: Va, 0S; y. c.,
S7-a decline of Is during August
South Carolina, S6-a decline of 10
Georgia, ia decline of l7-FlOrida,
ia decline of Gala, STA de-
cliue,of 9-Misslssippi, ga decline Of
l4-Louisiana, Ca decline of 2l-
Texas, Ga decline of 4l-ATkausas,
IA decline Of 4O-Teuues-ee tS-a
decline of %.
Tine leading cause of this decline is
found iu the prevalence, over large
SECTIONS OF he cotton area, OF @ severe
druuEr, ur nmpauiel by intense beat
I'm many localities the hot winds have
uaTchrI the crop, and iu one or two
cases -eroyiug iJwithin half am hour.
sew IRA, counties report no rain for four
or five months.
Iu many cases the top crops are en-
urely destroyed, the bois having al
fallen. The middle crops were also
badly injured. In few localities the
genial rains have made Zine crops, but
the number Of these favored spots is
very small. In the Atlantic cotton
States, cool nights and heavy rains are
alleged i'm some counties as the cause
OF the decline. The drought has pre-
vented the increase of insects depreda,
ting upon the cotton. They are re-
ported i'm very few counties, and have
been nowhere very injurious.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
Piedmont aud Arlington Life Insur-
amce Company.

RICHMOND, VA, Aug. 9Th, 1874.
TO the Policy Holders Of the Piedmont
ard arlington Life Insurance Conf
paHy, in East Tennessee:
Mr.. r. II. Stratton, who has been
connected with our Company since its
organization, has been assigned to the
department Of East Tennessee, as Gen
eral Agent, with headquarters at
Knoxville.
Our policy holders are requested TO
correspond with him on all matters
pertaining to their Insurance.
Our former agent, Mr.. J. b. Lang,
having left the state without notice TO
the Company, with much Of the BUSH
ness of the Company unsettled, some
Misrepresentation and confusion has
resulted therefrOm.
1t is our purpose to correct all this as
soon as possible through Mr.. Stratton,
whom you will find ever ready and
willing to give or aid you in obtaining
such Information as you may desire
with reference to the Company.
w. G. DARLINGTON,
! viii26W4t President.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
GOLD AT THE BLACK HILLS.
what Custer Says of the value of the
Diggtngs.


In conversation General Custer at
taches far more importance to the riches
of the Black Hills than is expressed in
his report, although that was sufllci4
entity definite to prove their value.
The prospects" he says, "are even
better than | represented He speaks
Of s. worth of gold "a the product of
single pan of dirt which was brought
to him. a few Of the particles of gold,
contained in this quantity Of dirt, were
of the size Of n wheat kernel, while
the average size of the specimens was
that Of pins head. II must be Oh
served that the gold deposits Of the
Black Hills extend over "a wide range.
Long before HaTney'a Peak was reach->
cd the indication of gold along the
route wac evident. lii Clusters Park
it is thought by the miners, lie the
richest diggings, although in many
other spots trayersed and visited, but
not examined for gold, during the
twenty.siX days exploration of the
Hills, discoveries of gold were made
and traces of its presence were met
with,
Major Forsythe, in letter to General
Sheridan from the Black Hills, says
that the two miners with him assert
the presence of "colorn Tor the press
ence of gold in every pan of dirt they
washed near Harney's Peak, that SO
per day could be secured from the dig
gings in Clusters Gulch, as appeared
by mere transient examination, and
that while gold certainly exists in the
eastern hills it was found even in the
roots of the grass in the camp near
Harneys Peak. The individual men,
bers of the expedition here hold similar
discourse, and as the news of the golden
land spreads up and down the river,
and into the interior, where settlers
dwell, the excitement increases.
As the time-not to be delayed long
now-approaches when private parties
are to leave for the Hills, the question
of the best route to be followed becomes
an important one. Intended advens
turers and gold-seekers are advised by
| the knowing ones not to wait for the
spring, but to start in the fall, when
the Indians will not be suspicious. AS
to the route, while there is some differ
ence of opinion on this head and two
or three different ones are proposed,
that suggested by General Custer finds
much favor. This route is the direct
route from Bismarck toward Bear
! Butte and thence to Harney's Peak,
requiring between eight and ten days
to make the journey of $40 miles over
q very fertile and attractive country.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

The editor of the Jonesboro' Echo
lately visited Knoxville, and has this
70 say Of the CHRONICLE:
Among other blessings and advan-
tages enjoyed by our seven-hilled me-
tropolis, is her newspapers-theD Daily
Chronicle, Daily Press and Herald
and grange outlook. They are live
journals, keep up with the times re-
gardless OF expense and labor, and
hence are well sustained. We found
brothers Rule and Kicks, and r. a.
Brown, city editor, in the sanctum of
the Chronicle, savagely attacking n
huge pile Of exchanges and wasting
Fabers by the dozen. This paper, by
its stirring energies, its intelligent
prehensiOu of the necessities Of the
times, its broad and liberal views, its
encouragement Of all kinds of indus.
tries and persistent advocacy of ma
terial development, has proven an in
valuable auxiliary TO the ci,y's growth
and prosperity. It's influence is daily
widening and power increasing. Res
Gently a large COttrell and Babcock
press has been put i'm this establish
ment, which Is a marvel Of mechaa-
ical ingenuity. We had the pleasure
of meeting our old friend, Henry c..
Collins, "b0ss' Of the printeriai de-
partment, who has 'atuck" many a
black diamond %. the case after our
hg,J.s copy.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

AUGUSTA, GA, Sept. 12.-The best
authorities here say the cotton crop in
Georgia will be off 100000 bales from
last year The whole crop Is estima-
ted at $500, OOO TO zoe, 600 bales
The Galveston and New Orleans
estimates do not run as high. The fol-
lowing dispatches received by Presi-
dent Herring, OF the Augusta Cotton
Exchange in response 90 enquiries,
dated to~day as follows: The Mobile
crop and tributary TO Mobile is better
than last year, The receipts here are
estimated nc $1,000 bales, increase.
NoTE-Tbe crop I'm Alabama was al
most a total failure last year I'm the ter
ritory tributary to Montgomery and
Selma.
MEMPHIS, Sept l2--The crops are
poor throughout the Memphis district.
Can notmaEe over iive-eighths orIa-t
year.
NEW ORLEANS, Sept. l2.-The crop
tributary to New Orleans, is 90 least
p per cent, less than last ear
At Galveston the drought has great
~ damaged the upland The low lands
Will do well. The crop is 10000 bales
short.
NOTE-Some correspondence esti-
mates in July that the Texas crop
would exceed last years over l50,O0
bales. The above dispatches are from
reliable sources.
More OutraGes.
AUGUSTA, GA, Sept. IA report
reaches this city from Columbia, that
a party of men Killed negro man and
woman at the residence of II. II.
Story, last night. No particulars are
given.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
surplus wheat in the Hor,h West.

The Winoua Pspujl.caH publishcs
an extract from q letter written by q
resident of 81. Paul, who was former
ly Commissioner of Statistics in that
State, in relation to the present years
wheat crop. He says that although
he has not the requisite data for close
estimate, he ventures 10 give l,725, 600
acres MS the wheat area for 1874. From
reports and the resul, of inquiries
from parts of the state, he is iudis-
posed to place the average yield above
fourteen bushels, which gives q total
of 24,l50,O0O bushels, and leaves a sur
plus for export of about $4,000 600
bushels of the present years crop. The
crop of 1878 was about $4,000, 600, and
the SUR lus about %, 100000 bushels.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
eirRiIa Market,

Atlanta quotes white corn at l,OSa1.lO,
wheat l.25al.30. There is no wheat
in the market. 4 fair demand for
corn. Rye and oats in demand. Rome
quotes wheat mt 2Oal.25 for white
and l.l0al.l5 for red; corn Local .O24.
Louisville quotes wheat at 80 cents for
red, amber 0jal 90, and white at LOS
Chicago ranges in price from 100
down to 81. Cincinnati, Los for red
and l.l0al.l5 for white, st. Louis
IO5lal.l5. Baltimore steady mt l.2Oa
$50 for western. Nashville moderate
demand at l.gJ. Knoxville 9Oll.C0.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
IN MEMORIAL

1t is our sad duty to announce this,
morning the death Of Mr.. Frederick,
Rule, father of Mr.. William Rule, one,
of the editors Of the CHRONICLE.
Our readers who have noticed thep
announcements made, from day to day j
of his serious and protracted illness,
will not be surprised at the sad news.
Mr.. Rule was born in the Dist district
of this county, within few hundred
yards of the place of his death, on theI
10th day of May, 1917. He died Thurs
day night, the 10th instant, at a few
minutes before ten O'clock. His diseased
was organic, and had afflicted him for,
years before his decease. He suffered!
intensely for days before his death, butt
bore it with remarkable fortitude and
quiet submission. He had been al
member of the Methodist Episcopal
Church since 1882, and during the
greater portion of that period had beenI
an official member. He always took
an active interest in everything per
tanning to the cause of religion, and inI
the church, class-meeiipg and Sab
bath school was active and constant
He contributed literally of his means,
to the support of the Church. He was
an ardent member of the Sons OF TEN
perance, and held high office in
that worthy organization.
Mr.. Rule was modest, unagsuming
man, who industriously applied him.
self to his agricultural pursuits, and
won the love and esteem of all who
knew him, by his kindness Of heart
and unobtrusive life. He was an ex-
cellent representative of the yeomanry
of East Tennessee, a man of general
information, sound judgment and
unquestioned integrity. He was an
obliging neighbor, abhorring strife,
cherishing the good will of all men,
and ever anxious to promote the hap
piness and welfare of those about him
Hewas so universally esteemed that
he was neighborhood peace
maker. Probably no man
ever lived in his district who
settled so many suits, or difficulties as
NJ Rule. 70 him quarrelsome neigh.
o.. carrira their disputes and from
hi decision they seldom if ever ap-
pc I'd. Forbpsring, conscientious and
kid, lie so won their confidence that
his advice or decision was to them con.
.clu rr Blessed are the Peacemakers
and blessed were his labors ina this
respect Many have died of wider fame
and covered with more public honors
but few have ever passed to the othel
world more houored or loved, or whose
loss was more universally mouruci, by
those who had watched his daily life
hi. consistent Christian course in all
the affairs of the world, than the sub
iect Of this brief notice.
His last days were days OF suffering
but faithful sons and daughters, anc
friends, and the constant watching Of
his surviving wife did much to allevi.
ate them. His last hours were tran
quill, for his soul was at peace with his
Maker. lie called his wife, children
brothers and friends about him anC
calmly bid them farewell. His lif,
passed away peacefully, and without I
struggle. He died the death of (
righteous man, and has left to hi
children as a heritage, a name unspot
Land character worthy Of the emu
lation Of the best, ofthose who survive
him
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

The Union and American says: "We
hear it intimated that Judge Lee will
probably decline the nomination for
Representative, rendered him by the
Democratic and Conservative cenven-
ton, and Judge East's acceptance
does not seem altogether matter of
certainty.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
The Southern Republican Convention

a call for Convention of Republic
cans of the reconstructed States, to be
held at Chattanooga, Tenn, on the
18th of October, is widely signed by
prominent Republicans. The call says
+" All Republicans, whether of these or
other States, who still seek to maintain
the principles on which the Union was
defended, and to inaugurate which in
the South reconstruction was begun,
and who feel an interest in the preser-
walton of law, order, and the rights of
citizenship, are invited 10 attend this
Convention. All should come posses
sed of the facts as to the true condition
in their respective localities, so that an
authoritative statement may he made
to the country. The Republicans of
the South, equally with good citizens
of other sections, demand peace and
security, that prosperity may follow.
Why these are not enjoyed by them,
should be made manifest by this Con-
vention. If there are those anywhere
who doubt as to the purposes or capac-
ity of Southern Republicans, or who
believe that the expressions under
which they are laboring have been
magnifled, let them come end see and
hear for themselves
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
NEW YORK.
a Letter from Marshal Bazaine.
EEc Feels GratiGed TO Americans for
Their sympathy.


NEW York, Sept. IA tug fouled the
1awser of the steamer Cuba as she was en-
tering the dock, forcing a lady and her son
against the cabin of canal boat near by,
killing both
The Herald publishes a letter from
Marshal Bazaine, addressed to Mr. Bennett,
(which was received by cable to-day. Ba-
.zaine thanks the Herald for its impartial
,ity, and the American and English press
for its marks of sympathy. Several Ameri-
cans had wished TO shake him by the hand,
and he felt deeply touched by their sympa-
stby, He complains Of the Injustice of the
verdict Of the court-martial, presided over
by prince Of the blood who had never
conducted any military operations Of i'm
portance. He looks to time and history for
justification. lie bitterly reproaches Mac
Mahon, and makes long defense of his own
military and political course during the late
I WAR.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

tits proposed in Tennessee to remove
the remains of Andrew Jackson, to-
gether with those of his wife, from
their present resting place at the
" Hermitage to the northern terrace
of the State capitol at Nashville, where
a mausoleum Could be erected over
them. Legislative sanction and an
appropriation will be necessary, and q
movement is on foot to request both.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

THE WEEKLY CHRONICLE publishes
IN every issue facts about the SOIL climate, pro
dnctionS, price Of lands, and Advantages offered
TO Immigrants in East Tennessee These arti-
ctes are intended 10 afford reliable Information
10 strangers, and are prepared carefully, and
afford The cheapest and most reliable injorma.
ton obtaiaoble Specimen copies Of the paper
sent on dDDlicatioa. For terms see third page.
TO CORRESPONDENTS desire ne,qs
from all parts Of East Tennessee. Short and
pointed letters, fall Of NEWS, are especially de-
strdble. But as re cannot giue 10 each locality
or TO each creH he space or prominence hci
sometimes merit, zoe beg our correspondents 10
be brieE Write whdt goa rant in a telc uords
Such communications olrGys are acceptable.
We cannot find tine to rc-,rrite longc0mmgpj-
cations. 70 coadnss them Is often imp0ssijl,
IN he hurry Of orr w0rk Be short and spicy.
That Is de secret Of success in narTdpa
trritiHg.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

VIM. b Astor, the New York mill
lionaire, paid $57, 900 for personal taxes
last week.
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16
EstimNte OF Cotton CROP.

suggested in one Of his letters, to step down
and OUT"
Knoxville weekly chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1875, 1874-09-16

NEW ORLEANS, Sept 10. The Plea
WRc publishes en- address signed by
ifty persons and business firms calling
IA meeting at Clay Station, at II o'clock
on Monday, 10 consider the matter of
The seizure of private fire arms by the
State authorities. It is understood
THAT the messengers to-day notified
he white leaguers to attend,as it is in
tended to make demonstration in force.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-23

The trustees decided to locate an academy
at Houlton, and raise S35, 900 therefor, to en-
dow Hebron Academy, $4,000; to accept
Gorham Seminary and raise S50, 900 therefor !;
the Seminary giving $4,000, and Col. Fred
Robie $1,000. Rev. A. X. Crane was ap-
pointed financial agent to raise the aggregate
amount of about one hundred thousand dol
lars, upon the success of which the endow-
ment of the above institutions will depend.
Gov. Coburn has previously given $4,000 to
the Waterville Classical School upon certain
conditions. He has also agreed to give $500
annually for the benefit of poor ard nerito-
rious students. Gardiner Colby, of Boston,
gives $500 to Hebron Academy. Hon. Han
nibal Hamlin gives prizes of $40 and So to
the male members of the Freshman class for
excellence in defamation, and like prizes to
the lady members for excellence in reading.
The exercises of the day closed with a
grand concert in the Baptist church, by the
Beethoven Quintette Club of Boston, assisted
by Mrs. J. M. Osgood, of Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1874-07-23
Nall0mfll l0ral NemS.

The walls of the new Industrial School
building have reached to the second story
and the work is progressing rapidly. The
structure when completed will be one of the
most imposing and attractive in the State.
Many Of our citizens are now enjoying
summer vacations at Squirrel Island, Old
Orchard, Georgetown and other seaside re-
sorts for health and pleasure. While dwelers
in the interior flock to the seaside for rest
and comfort, the denizens of Atlantic cities
flee to the mountains and valleys of the in =.
terior-grateful and beneficial changes for
ALL
We understand that Rev. j. S. Inskp,
president of the National Camp Meeting AS
ISOLATION, Rev. VIM, Mcdonald, Vice Pres
ident, and other distinguished members of the
Association, will be at the State Campmeet-
ing at Richmond, which commences on the
fourth of August next. The grounds at
Richmond have been greatly improved this
season, and many new houses have been built
for the accommodation of those who participate
In these annual convocations ofthe members of
the Me thodlst churches in our state and others
Interested.
Black-heart cherries yield abundantly this
season in this vicinity, and bushels are sent to
other markets by those engaged in the trade.
hallowell was always famous for the large
quantities and excellent qualities of her cher
ry product, and can successfully compete
with any other locality in the state or else
where in producing luscious specimens of the
choicest varieties. The generous donation
kindly furnished us from the grounds o Hon.
Z. +. Sanborh of this city, was duly appreci-
ated and satisfactorily disposed of among
family and friends.
That sign over shanty recently erected
on the 'burnt district" in this city, demon.
strates conclusively that ''the school master
is abroad afflicted with "mighty bad spell"
as usual. Enterprise, however, is always
commendable.
A couple of youngsters in this city on Sun
day last, while out sailing on the river, man.
aged to capsize their boat and precipitate
themselves into the water. They succeeded
in scrambling upon the bottom of the boat,
and patiently waited for friendly aid from the
shore. The Sabbath was not regarded as a
suitable day for such recreations in eye olden
time when the catechism was considered an
esse ntial text book. to engage the attention Of
young men and maidens on the first day of
the week. But times have changed, and
many people have also changed in their hat-
its and practices-whether or not for the bet
ter may be somewhat problematical-accord
ing to the standpoint assumed.
Hon. A. f. Buck of Mobile, Ala, son in
law of Judge Baker of this city, is now on a
VISIT with his family, among his numerous
relatives and friends in this state, enjoying a
quiet vacation from the excitemet of business
and political life.