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The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
4NOTHER zRAGEDY IN HAN

The news of another horrible tragedy
comes to US from Hancock county, from
the Immediate neighborhood of the Lee
and Leger fight of about a year ago, the
frightfuI results of which so shocked
the outside world. The difficulty in the
present case was confined to the family
of ]. N. (better known as Nels) EppeE-
son, a man, we learn, at one time re-
garded as good citizen, and a man of
considerable properly. From the best
Information we can get, it seems that
EppeTson and his wife, for sometime
past, had virtually separated though oc-
cnpying the same house. Tuesday OF
last week he left the house as it was
thought for good. He returned, how
ever, "Wednesday night, under the intiu-
ence Of whisky and got into a quarrel
with his wife which resulted in her re-
eeiving brutal whipping at his hands.
During the progress of the wife whip
ping, a one-armed son named John Ep-
person tried to protect his mother, when
| the father drew a knife and inflicted
! several wounds upon John. John finally
| succeeded in taxing the knife from his
| father and stabbed him with it. Before
| the nature of the fathers wounds was
| ascertained, Tom Epperson, another
son, made his appearance, and learning
/ the trouble, asked John which he had
| helped. John replied that he had taken
| his mothers part. Thereupon Tom
drew his pistol and fired at John as he
ran into the house calling on his mother
to keep Tom from killing him. The
mother rushed to the door to prevent
| further shooting and received a shot
| that proved fatal Tom then fired again
at his brother John, but the shot went
through the thigh of another brother,
! George Epperson, and shattered the
knee of his sister. The father and
mother each died a few hours after the
fight. George Epperson has an ugly
flesh wound, and it is thought the sister
| will die from the effects of her wound
Tt = E5person fled and had not been
a.. .I at last accounts. John Epper-
son was acquitted before the corOner's
inquest for his part in the affray, on the
| grounds of self-defense.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

At the annual meeting of the stock
holders of the Memphis and Charleston
Railroad, held in Memphis on the 9th,
at which g., $40 shares were represented,
the following resolution commencing
the management for their action during
the fever epidemic, was adopted
ResOlUsd, That the stockholders Of this
company approve and heartily endorse
the action of their officers and employees
In the kind, faithful and liberal use they
made of the road during the late yellow
fever epidemic in serving the public,
believing that such action contributed
70 alleviate the distress and misery that
prevailed.
The old Board of Directors were re-
elected, and at meeting of the Direc'
tors X. T.. Wilson was reelected Presi
dent, e. III. McGhee, Vice-President,
and 8. r. Cruise, Secretary.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

We have received a copy of the Vest
ern TURNER'S Almanac for the year
1879. published by John 2. Morton IL
Co, louisville, Ky. The number be-
fore us is the sd issue of this useful
and popular annual. 1t is pamphlet Of
50 odd pages, handsomely printed and
full to the brim of varied and valuable
original articles on new and interesting
subjects. To those who know it, it is
indispensable. Among the authors who
have papers in this issue, we notice the
names of Prot. G. V. Riley, 3. +. John
son, T. d. CobUrn, Prof. James Fitz
Burdette, the luminous light of the Bur
Hngton HatcE-eye, III. 3. Hillyard, IN g.
Quad" Kennedy, and others, all Of them
the best authorities on the subjects Of
which they write; and all this, with its
notices, weather forecasts, calendars,
and fund Of other matter make it not
only the best but the cheapest periodi-
cal published. Its price is only 10 cents.
1t can be had of its publishers, John p:
Morton & Co., Louisville, KY. Send
them dime and try it. Il
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

CHRISTMAS GooDs.-The peo-
pie of Morristown and vicinity
who are DESTROYS of purchasing
Christmas goods, such as CON
fectioneries, fancy articles, toys,
&c, can be supplied with
everything in this line at the
drug store of w. P. Carriger,
Magee's old stand. His assort-
ment of Christmas Novelties is
of every sort, size and descrip-
ton, and will be sold at the
lowest possible figures.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

We have before us a copy of the en-
larged Weekly american, a mammoth
sheet of twelve pages, containing seven
ty-twO columns of matter. The enlarge
ment, the publishers say, is necessitated
by the constantly increasing Importance
Of current events, and their determine
ton to give the public prompt news of
their occurrence. Aside from the abili-
ty with which the american is editorial
ly conducted, it has no superiol as a
general news, commercial and agriCul-
tural journal. Its home features. State
news and local city affairs receive care
ful attention, and its columns are filled
with all that can be useful to the people
in the affairs of life. Notwithstanding
the increased expense incurred by the
enlargement, the price of the Weekly
Amer7caH remains at So per year. 1t is
the largest, best and cheapest paper
printed South of the Ohio.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

A bill has been introduced in the
South Carolina Legislature which has
passed a second reading, and will GER
tainly become a law, that will add great
w to the peace of the State, and ought
TO- be enacted by the Legislature Of every
State in the Union. 1t provides that
any person convicted of carrying con
ceaIed weapons or arms on the streets or
highways, shall be punishable by a fine
OF not less than 200, nor more than / 600
dollars, and imprisonment for not less
than six months nor more than one year.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Toys! Toys /! Toys! Toys !!
If you want something to glad
den the hearts of your children
during the festive holidays, go
to w. p. Carriger's, Magee's
old stand. He has a large as
sortment of toys, fancy goods,
&c. Be sure and see his stock.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
What it VIII Do.

Messrs. Sanford, Chamberlain & ABers
| have been suffering for the past
eight or nine years with an affection Of
the liver and kidneys. At times was
compelled to take my bed, so intense
was my suffering. l tried almost every
medicine recommended for my disease
without even temporary relief. | was
finally induced to try your Harris Anti
bilious Discovery and after continuing
its use for time was fully restored to
health, and am now able to do a full
days work on my farm.
Respectfully, LEVI MCCLoUD,
7th district Knox county.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Mr. J. G. Davis. of Lebanon, Tenn.
general agent of the Singer sewing ma
chine com any, will make the Cain House
bis headquarters during his sojourn in
this section. We are assured by learn
ed expert in such matters that Mr.. Davis,
although a sewing machine agent, is,
phenomenal as it may appear, an honest
man and a gentleman. Mr.. Davis sus
tains the endorsement admirably, so far.
His cigars are very fine. Make yourself
at home with US, Davis.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

There viii be much of interest to the
people in the incoming year-tbe do
ings of the National Congress, the
workings of our State Legislature, and
the exciting political discussions over
the Presidential election in 1880. Now
is an excellent time for all who desire 10
keep thoroughly informed in such mat
tiers to subscribe for live and progress
i've journal. The GAZETTE will be
mailed to any address, postage paid, one
year for So. 90, cash.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
CONFECTIONERIES.

CONFECTIONERIES. = @. a.
McNutt has received for the
holiday trade a large and we'll
selected stock of candies, can
ned goods, raisins, nuts, pickles,
ETC., etc. IF you wish delica-
cies for your Christmas din
ner call on him.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Col. w. T. Faris returned last week
from visit to relatives in South Carroll
ma, and took the western bound train on
Saturday morning for his home in Aus
tin, Texa S. Col. II. made many warm
friends during his sojourn in our town
the past summer, and not one but viii
gladly welcome his return whenever it
may happen, "Oh, Willie, we will miss
Especially about election times.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

An. illegitimate child, eight months
old, was forcibly taken from its mother
who liYes near Asheville, n. c., one
day last week by its reputed father, a
man named Goode Cole. The abduc-
ton and the distress of the mother, ere
ated quite feeling of sympathy for the
woman when her story was told In Ashe-
Vile. The Pioneer says Cole processes
to be a Methodist preacher, and has left
them parts for Tennessee. 1t is to be
hoped he will not locate within our
borders IN quiet.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Godey's Lady's Book for January has
reached us. 1t is perfect jewel OF ex-
cellence and neatness, and it is a mys-
terry how any lady can do without it.
The proprietors promise to make the
twelve issues in 1879 among the best
that ever left their presses, notwith-
standing the great reduction of the year
lysu description to two dollars. Address,
Godey's Lady's Book Pub. Co. Qimited),
1905 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The Methodist Church, South, of this
place, has adopted the envelope system
for collections. Instead of putting mon
ey in the basket as was accustomed,
each member is furnished with a pack
age of envelopes to make their remit
tances for sustaining the gospel and
defraying incidental expenses of the
church.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

A circular letter has been forwarded
to the county court clerks by Col. Leon
Thousdale, State Superintendent of Pub
lie Instruction. This is done for the
purpose of calling attention to the fact
that the courts will haYe county Su-
perintendent to elect on the first Mon
daY in January
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

1t is said that Postmaster General Key
will remove the present incumbent, DR..
Bowel, the Postmaster at Jonesboro,
from his official position at an early day.
Caused by using his official influence in
defeating Mr.. PettibOne for Congress in
the First District. The JOnesborO Jour
nal writing about the matter says ''such
a recommendation of DR.. Bowel has
gone to Washington as never went
from this county before, and we think
the people NAV rest assured that we will
continue to have Postmaster, who has
always been honest, efficient, accOmmO-
dating and who is incapable of mean
action Our people are satisfied with
him and his removal at the instigation
of Petitioners friends would long be re-
GREETED and remembered by the voters.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Tusculum Record The Sorghum Fac
tory of Nj. S. Doak turned out one
thousand gallons syrup this season.
The crop in three miles around this
place was about 5000 gallons. against
6, 100 last season. The price is rather
lower than last year, owing to the scar
city of pay.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

We did not write this seasonable waif,
and are therefore compelled to apologize
for not having thought to do it before
the other man did. p" Oh the quail,
the quail, the beautiful quail, that flies
with his wings by the aid Of his tail.
But the heartless hunter thinks it fun,
to shoot that quail with an old shot
nun ~
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The Knoxville, Chattanooga and Nash
vile papers are constantly chronicling
the return from Texas of disguised emil
giants who DECLARE their intention to
spend the remainder of their days IN
healthy old Tennessee. None of them
can get used TO the shaking up they get
in the Lone Star State.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The trial of F. c. Miles and wife at
Blountville for the killing of Sally Leon
ard, at Bristol, recently, resulted in the
conviction of Miles of murder in the
second degree. He was sentenced to
ten years in the penitentiary. Mrs.
Miles was acquitted
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The December term of the Circuit
Court convened in this place last Mon
day, Judge James q: Rose presiding
Hon. Allen s. Tate, the new Attorney
General is also on hand The usualalnm-
Der Of visiting attorneys are in attend
dance We will give its proceedings
hereafter
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

About as suitable New Year pres
as young man can make his sweet
heart is a copy of the GAZETTE for one
year. 1t only costs two dollars, and will
command a remembrance of the giver
more than anything else. Try it once.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The students of Tazewell College will
give Concert next Friday night which
we hope will be patroniZed literally by
the citizens of Tazewell. The exercises
will consist Of dialogues, comic, tragic,
patriotic aud sentimental addresses and
tableaux. The entertainment is for the
benefit of the College, and the small sum
Of % cents for adults and 10 cents for
children will be charged for admission.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

If the SHOWS and rains continue as
they have for the past three weeks, our
enterprising Ohatta nOogans may expect
TO see the "rush of many waters" upon
them at an early day. Our latest adj
vices from Holston river is that she is
swelling apd heaving. Lookout, Chat
tanOOpa
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
Gov. Porter has issued proclamation

Gov. Porter has issued proclamations
offering 800 reward for the arrest of
each of the mob who took from the
Murfreesboro Jail and murdered Pink
ney Bell and James Russell. A reward
Of $500 is also offered for the conviction
of the incendiary who burned a school
house in ObiOn county. And reward
of 800 for the delivery to the Jail of
Hamilton county, of John England, Eli
sha England, John CASTOR and Jacob
Carter, for the murder of john Evans.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Archie Thomas, OF the Springfield
Record, is candidate for reelection as
Sergeant-at-Arms of the Senate. Archie
filled the position with acceptability to
the members and credit to himself at
the Last session
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
Don't forqet our Oarrl:er. Bou,

Or slight his annual address
a dollar a0ig I'LL his heart scitb jog,
More than pen can aoeH erE9'eSs.
We don't propose the above lines as
our Carriers Address, but we thought
we would give him "send off, which
we hope none OF our subscribers will
do, unless they "f1ll his heart with joy,
as he so modestlY requests.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Gov. Hampton's leg was amputated,
below the knee, on the 10Th inst. His
condition is not considered dangerous
by his friends. The legislature of South
Carolina elected him to the United
States Senate by an almost unanimous
vote. The exceptions were two colored
members of the House whe voted for
Mackey.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The Chattanooga Times, of the 18th,
mentions that Judge r. NJ. Barton was
better yesterday afternoon" 1t is the
first intimation we have had of his ILL
ness, and his friends here trust his sick
ness is not of a serious nature
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

On Monday night, 23d instant, there
will be an Oratorical contest in decla-
nation by some of the young men and
boys of our male school. Music, vocal
and instrumental, under the supervision
of Mrs. WEIGH, will be an attractive
feature of the entertainment. Let all
60 out to hear and encourage the hoYs,
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The Fiscal Agent of the State of
Louisiana declines to comply with the
resolution of the Funding Board re-
questing him to pay the January cou-
pons on the State cOns0ls.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

To those who deal In articles of our
line-printer's material-or books, plain
and fancy stationery, knives, pens, pen
ellis, toys and games, &C., we call atten-
ton to the advertisement of Ramage d
Co., Knoxville. Their stock is COM
plete, embracing everything usually
Kept in first class book and stationery
house. The gentlemen composing the
firm are good business men and richly
deserve the liberal patronage they are
receiving
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Don't forget. if you are reading a
borrowed GAZETTE, to lay it aside, come
to this office and pay for copy for one
year for yourself. This may seem en-
phatic, but we mean it.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
Newport Reporter:: Anew DAYS ago

Newport Reporter: Flew days ago,
upon Cosby's Creek, in this county. a
man by the name of Sutton was killed
by another man whose name is Breese.
The men were at a grocery, and Sutton
and another man whose name is IN
known, got into fight, when Breese at
tempted to separate the Complaints, and
was knocked down by Sutton, where
the heart, killing him instantly. The
murderer then fled, and has not been
heard of since.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

We regret to chronicle the death of
Capt. ]. n. Treece, of Claiborne coun-
ty. He was an upright man and use
full and good member of society. A friend
furnishes a feeble tribute to his memory
elsewhere
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The prospectus of the Memphis AUal-
Gnche for 1879 will be found on our first
page. The ability with which tho lead
ing Memphis paper is edited and the
high standing Of the journal as a report
er of the current news Of the day are
sufficiently well known ia render it su-
pert1uous for us to say more in its favor
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Our friend and former fellow-citizen,
Thomas Fl. Evans, Esq, returned to his
Texas home last week, after a summer
pleasantly spent with relatives in this
vicinity.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Four men, while hunting on the head
waters of Wolf Creek, in this county,
week before last, aceidently came upon
four bears up one tree, and succeeded in
killing them all. We learn the hunters
have since ordered two pairs of moose
hide moccasins for the purpose of still
! hunting bear. Netep0rt Sentinel We
four-bear comment.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Just received at w. p. CARR
gers drug store, Magee's old
stand, a mammoth stock of
holiday goods, to be sold cheap.
Go and examine.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
Young man 90 and buy vol

/ Dung man go alld Duy your
sweetheart a nice Christmas
present at w. p. Carriger's
drug store, Magee's old stand,
and she will smile on you for
ever.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Mother earth was covered with suff1-
cheney of snow on Tuesday and We'd
nesday last, TO indicate that winter is
upon US.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Hawkins county is depopulaled TWEEN
ty-five inhabitants. They passed down
the road Monday, of last week, to settle
in Texas ..t
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

r. T. D'Armo nd, of Knoxville, has
been appointed Postal Clerk on the line
between Bristol and Chattanooga 0lce
R. B. McGaughey transferred to Cali
fOrnia.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Corn is retailing at from 80 to 50 cents
a bushel, and the people complain and
say they cannot afford to feed it to their
stock at these prices.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The average politician at Washington
is just now engaged in concooting a
plan for Congress to adjourn and parti-
cipate in the holiday festivities.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Mr.. r. w. F. Ferguson, proprietor of
the Bristol Cigar Factory, was in town
last Thursday and made us a pleasant
Gull
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Have you seen the pretty
things at w. p. Carriger's drug
store!
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Will some OF our county friends send
us a few sacks of flour, on arrearagesP
Bring it at once. The highest market
price will be allowed for good flour,
meal or corn.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
How many kind friends will say a

How many kind friends will say a
good word for the GAZETTE We
would like to send the paper to every
family in Hamblen county. Just a lit
tie effort on the part of friends would
enable us to increase our subscription
list largely. You would all hate to be
without a paper in the county, wouldn't
you ? 1t will cost you nothing to do
this, and your kindness will be appre-
ciated.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

In some localities in this State The
Mexican dollar is received at 80 cents.
We believe it is generally accepted in
Morristown at 80 cents.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Thanks to Mrs. Judge Lane for tray
Of elegantly seasoned and prepared
sausage meat, and basket of large and
very delicious green apples. It is as
tonishing how our kind neighbors can
always hit so exactly what our taste and
stomach most crave and appreciate.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18
Local Notes and Other Meas.

Inspect your fowls and drill them well
for the holidays.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

A beggar woman and two children
were on the streets Wednesday So
liciting aims from our charitably dis
posed citizens.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

The Nashville BIHRer says Governor
Porter will resume the practice of law
in Paris. Henry county, after his term
of office expires.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

One thousand and thirty hogs slaught-
cred at the Morristown packery up to
Saturday last.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

If you wish printing of any descrip-
ton, at lowest figures, call at the
GAZETTE job printing rooms.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Wen take a Christmas turkey in
our'n if you please-provided we get it..
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Go to w. P. Carriger's for
your Christmas tricks, Magee's
old stand
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Our contemporary, S. j. Couch, Esq. +,
editor of the Whitesburg Times, gave us
a pleasant call Monday. He is in at
tendance at Circuit Court.
The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-12-18

Dr.. R. Cole, for many years. pasta
pract5cing physician at Hot Springs,
Ark. spent a-aiay Hast weeksia--odr cry
en- route to Warm Springs, N. c.,
where he locates as permanent resident
physician. The Doctor spent last sum-
mer at this renowned watering place,
the healing qualities Of whose waters he
declares to be- far superior to those of
the Hot Springs.