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Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
The Tennessee Democracy.

There is but one issue of any i'm
portance in the politics of the State
of Tennessee, and that is of such
vast concern it admits of no hope OF
a compromise between those who
| have been divided on it. The de
cisiOn of the Supreme court of the
State lifts none of the obligations,
moral and political, under which
the Taxpayers rest. The ten COM
mandmentS must stand, even
though they may in the opinion of
some conflict with the sovereignty
OftheState.
The mission of the Democracy of
Tennessee, if it has one, is to see
that the debt Of the State is paid :;
| that her honor is redeemed; that
her industries are relieved from the
burden imposeu by reputation,
and that the men who have so dis
hOnOred her be expelled from her
counsels. If she is not equal to
this mission, a motion to diSband
would be in order.
We have an abiding faith in the
people of Tennessee. We do not
believe they have been fairly repre-
SSUbCu. w Z 6ilC SObhOSlI lIAO Ai1AS-
takes Of the past few years are due
to miscOnceptiOn of the issue in
volved, to a failure to comprehend
the importance of fulfilling public
obligations, to the Obscuring of the
moral aspects of the case by design
ing politicians.
The debt question must be taken
out of politics. 1t is demoralizing
and degrading. 1t spreads corrup-
ton through all the body polite.
The only way to accomplish this
most desirable purpose is to pay the
debit, and to pay it dollar for dollar,
if the creditors so demand. When
the repudiators talk of uniting ..'the
glorious Democratic party" on a
basis of 25-5, Or 1873, or, 50-4, they
seek only to inveigle the unwary,
to mislead the unsuspecting, to de-
stroy the strength Of their enemies.
Compromise has gone to the utmost
limit. The malc0ntents, the trouble
breeders, OF their own accord, left
the party in 1880, and they should
be allowed to stay out until they
bring forth fruits meet for repent
ance. The party cOnnOt afford to
surrender to the communists and
repudiators. 1t can survive defeat,
but in connot survive dishOnOr.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

It may not be amis5 to call the at
tention of the legal fraternity to a
case Of New Jersey justice, showing
how far back Il judge may go for a
precedent upon which to base his
action. A lad of some sixteen sum-
mers was brought beforea Justice of
the Peace who was quitean old man.
The lad, aforesaid, was charged
with the awful misdetneanOr of
having discharged tobacco juice up
on the floor of the Methodist church.
After all the proof was in the old
Squire said. "My son, | think |
will assess a fine of thirteen dollars
and fifty-Gve cents against you for
this offense, and the decision upon
which l base my action was rem
dered about twenty years ago against
your father by tire same Justice of
the Peace which now renders this
decision against you. The former
decision has never been reversed,
and the court connot go back on
herself"
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
LET THE LEGISLATURE BE
CALLED.


The General Assembly of the
State soon have to be called tOgeth-
er to confirm the present Congress
sional appOrtiOnment or to appor-
tion the State into new Congress
siOnal districts. 1t is hoped and
generally believed that the Con-
gressional districts will be allowed
to remain as they now stand. If
this be true, it will only be the
work of a day or two and the Leg
islature will have plenty of time for
other more important work. 1t is
generally reported that the Govern
or will embrace in his call for the
extra session the subject of the State
debt. 1t is sincerely hoped that he
will do so. The dearest and most
vital interests of the State demand
that this damning and destroying
question should be settled at the
earliest day possible. If the pres
cnt Legislature, in the light of the
recent decision OF the Supreme
court, can devise any way or means
under the sun, by which it can be
settled, then in the name of justice
and of reason and OF right, we say
let them do it.
The State credit element, which
is the only element in the State
from which we can ever hope for
any effort Mt any honorable and
final settlement, is in majority in
the present Legislature and if the
matter is again submitted to them
they may possibly arrive at some
solution of the hurtful problem.
At any rate it is worth the effort.
Let the Governor call the Legisla-
ture together and give it another
trial,
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

A SPECIAL to the Courier-JOurnal,
from Washington, states that the
Republican members of Congress
from Tennessee are kicking up q
regular kilkenney cat fight in their
efforts to bounce old Oifice-hOlders
and give theSpoils TO their friends
and supporters. 1t is confidently
asserted that Col. Warder, District
Attorney for East Tennessee, will be
bounced and Judge McLain, OF
Nashville put in his place. District
Attorney Murray, of West Tennes-
see, will go out, and a. Ii. Poston,
of Haywood county, will have the
place. Itseems that Moore is act
ing upon the spirit of his lately in
troduced bill, as the only reason, it
seems, for removing Murray is that
he has held the place for eight years.
Verify, it is hard to find republi-
can who ever loses sight of the
celebrated question asked by Elan
nagan, of Texas, at the Chicago
convention. "What are we here
for, if not the offices ?"
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

To those who are laughing and
chuckling to themselves over the
defeat of the 1908 State debt settle
ment, we would remind them of
the remark of the celebrated DIR.
johnson, who said to a servant who
stood behind his chair ut the table
and giggIed at something the
learned gentleman had said: "Thou
fool, thou knowest not at what
thou art laughing" The decision
of the court does not mean that it is
unconstitutional to pay our debts.
1t is 10 victory for reputation.
The decision has not shaken, and
was not intended to shake, in one
iota, our confidence in the ultimate
maintenance of the States honor
and credit. "Those laugh best,
who laugh last"
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

WE are in receipt of some beauti-
fully executed acknowledgements
seed packets from d. Landreth d
Sons of Philadelphia, the pioneer
Seedncn OF this continent. The ar
tistic designs and coloring are so
true to nature and superior 10 the
ordinary illustrations as to be beyond
comparison. But the merit of Illus
tratiOn is not the most important
feature, tits tine contents of the pack
cts, and the quality of their seeds
has been proved by tests extending
up to n century. Their Almanac
and Catalogue is the best yet, and
should be in every country house G.
hold. 1t is mailed, postpaid, to all
who apply for it.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
81. valentines Day.

Apropos of this famous day of
love ditties and tender sentiments,
perhaps it viii not be uninterest-
ing TO jot down a few legendary
notes and "reminiscences.
One of the early saints of the Ro-
imam Catholic church who was of a
very kindly, charitable disposition,
was named Valentine. In early
times young men and maidens,
vino paid respect to his memory
wrote the names Of those of both
sexes on tablets, which were drawn
for, and those drawn were the
youths or maiden's valentine or
sweetheart.
1t is also claimed that the term
springs from the latin word valeaas,
gallant or valiant. During the
reign of Charles II, valuable pres
ents were made and it is said that
the Duke of York, the Kings
brother, gave the Duchess of Rich
mond a ring worth $1,000
The custom of giving and receiv-
ing valentines on the 18th of Feb
ruary, dates far back to the tabled
times of Roman history. In the
city of Norwich, Eng, the father at
candle light, on the eve of the day,
sits at the head CT the dining table
and the mother at the foot; the
maid servant patiently awaits by
the hall door for Il rap and on open
ing finds a parcel which she hands
in to pater fanilias, who opens it
and reads the accompanying verses
aud then passes both to mamma,
who, after examining, hands to the
happy recipient. Many valuable
presents too are made in this way.
Also many hands are scratched by
cushions with inverted needles,
swiftly drawn away.
The valentines, of this year, were
generally superior to their prede-
cessors. Many by Brang, Marcus
Ward and De LaRue, are lovely.
The German are cheaper and are
not in good taste as to coloring, but
presenting great taste and variety
in design. | have known paper
valentines to cost us high as fifty
dollars. The COnnOisseur, pub
liShed in 1754-6, gives a maiden's
confession, that on st. Valentines
eve, she pinned five pay leaves to
her pillow, sure that If she dreamed
of her sweetheart, they should be
married before the end of the year.
But to make it more sure, she
boiled an egg hard and taking out
the yellow, filled 1t with salt and
when she went to bed, ate it, she'll
and all. The digestion of a hearty
English could not stand this, and
sure enough she did dream of her
John Blossom.
Valentine poetry Is almost as old
as English poetry. Drayton writes
to his Valentine,
Each little bird, this tide
Doth choose her loved peer,
Which constantly abiiC
In wedlOck all the year.
AS nature is their guide,
SO may we two be true
This year; nor change :or new
AS truths couples were.
At Wannamakers, in Phila, a
clerk sits at desk, whose business
it is to write valentines for his Gus
TONERS. l close with one of
PryOrs.
There is sweet-faced Joy, worth more
than gold,
Wealth cannot buy it, it is more than fame
The rich anu the poor, il cIreth for the
same,
And visits now the young and now thu
old,
BY love 1t is priced exceedingly; .--.
Ills named HEA RrS EASE,
Oh, wilt thou give it me.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

ONE hundred and cighty-odd
thousand Tennesseeans spoke, in no
uncertain voice, at the ballot box
at the last State election in favor of
maintaining the honor and credit
of their State. This migty host
will never consent to see their will
trodden under foot and the stigma
of reputation affixed to the State.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

speeches; after which, no other
committees being represented, on
motion the above resolutions were
adopted as read.
No further business appearing
the meeting adjourned till z. 80 p.
m. Tor the report of delayed dele
gates arriving on the train.
t5n motion, Mr.. Quarles, the re.
port OF committees was called for
with the following result viz.
Corydon, Mr.. Owen-raised 81,
200 on short notice, with certain
prospects for raising more. Town
Council will take the matter in
hand and render all possible aid.
Will give right OF way to the road.
Dixon, Mr.. Hutcheson-No much
yet done, but will do much. Will
give right of way, ties, and other
contributions. The anxiety is so
great that it may be reasonably ex-
pected to raise $4,000 in money,
land and ties.
Providence, Mr.. Givens-Have
secured 5000 on short notice and
will give more. Prospect for rails
ing large sum good.
Rascoe Hall, Mr.. Jones-Nothing
done yet, but will do our best.
Farmersville, Mr. Hobby-HaVe
taken action, but nothing definite
has resulted SO far. Can do much.
Princeton, G. L. Allen-Raised
S14, 900, exclusive of county. Pros
pect very good for raising the $50,
900. Committee actively at work
every day.
Wallonia, Mr.. White-We want
the road very much; have not "a
rich country.-C adiz on one side and
HOpkinsVille on the other. Have
raised "a 900. Will do our best.
Will give right of way and can
raise a considerable sum.
Montgomery, DR.. Jones-Have
$4,000. Can raise much more, prob
ably six or eight thousand. VIII
work up Cadiz on next court day.
Garrettsburg, Mr.. Quarles-Have
raised 81 400. Have worked with
uncertainty as to line of road. Land
work, ties and right of way can be
secured.
GAINESVILLE, Judge Smith-Have
raised 1000, the amount asked of
us. Montgomery county will come
up with her subsidy also.
The committees having reported,
Judge w. B. Wood spoke to the
question, expressing qualification at
the interest manifested in the work,
dissipated the public mistakes as to
the building of the road whether
the subsidies are raised or not. He
then presented the various benefits
to be derived by the public, and APP
portioned the several sums to the
counties as below:
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
Judge DeadrIck's opinion in the
1908 Case.
The following is a synopsis of
Judge Deadrick's opinion in the

/
The following is a synopsis of
Judge Deadrick's opinion in the
case
The main cushions arising in this
case have been so elaborately and
| exhaustively discussed, in the four
opinions already read, that / deem
1t unnecessary to repeat reasons al
| ready given, or cite authorities al
ready referred, to sustain the con-
clusions to which l have arrived up
ON the several propositions contain
ed In the bill, and discussed at the
bar.
First-I am of opinion the title
of the act sufficiently expresses the
subject thereof; that 1t contains but
one subject the second section of
the act being pertinent to the object
expressed in the title thereof it is
not void, as being repugnant to sec
| ton II, article 2 of the Constitution
OF Tennessee.
Seconc-I am further of opinion
| that the courts of this State have no
| power to review or reverse the leg
/ iSlative action of the General AS
sembly, except for the reason that
such action is violative of the Con-
| Stitution and that such action, if
within their constitutional power,
cannot be questioned by their courts
of the State upon allegations of fraud
and bribery.
Third am also of opinion that
tax-paying citizens may file their
bill TO protect themselves from the
/ mi IF
and impending act which is alledg-
| ed to be unconstitutional, although
such an act is about to be performed
under the apparent authority of the
State. The court may enquire if
there exists legal authority for the
act, if so, it will not impede or OBJ
struct it. On the other hand, if it
appears it is prohibited by the fun
! damental laws, 1t should restrain it
| upon the ground that the injurious
act about to be done is unauthorized
by law.
FOURTH am, therefore, of opin-
ion that the constitutiOnality OF the
act is fairly presented to this court
| for its decision, and that the queS-
| ton for our determination is, had
the legislature the power to pass it /;
and, in my opinion, they had that
power, there being no inhibition or
restraint in the Constitution to pre-
vent it from being so.
I, therefore, concur with Judge
Ewing in holding that the act is
constitutional and valid, and that
the Chancellor's decree, Diminishing
the bill, should be affirmed.
DEADRICK, C. j.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

THE Chicago Herald says: "The
South is turning it, eXcrtions and
its capital to the development OF
local manufactures, has started on
the road which leads to self-de-
pendencc, wealth, strength and
high civilization"
Alas, how poor part is hereto
fore proud old Tennessee to play in
this grand march of progress and
prosperity, outraged and manacled
as she is by demagogy aud the
spirit OF reputation.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

He then assured the committees
that unless Henderson and Evans
vile came up with their part the
road would be run around those
points.
Judge Smith read telegram
from Gen. Gordon, instructing him
to name OWensbOro as the alternate
if Evansville or the other points
should fail to respond. On motion,
Mr.. Hucheson, the committees
We're instructed to lay out the work
to be executed by or before the first
of March, proXimo.
On motion the meeting adjourned
till March l., 1882, to meet in
Princeton, Ky.
DIR. J. y. CARR, Ch'mn.
l.. 7. F'LIPPO, Sec'ty.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

IN the United States Senate last
week, upon Senator Harris resolu-
ton to appoint Neil S. Brown Jr.,
acting Chief Clerk of the Senate,
Senator Brown of Georgia voted
with the Republicans and thereby
defeated the resolution. The Pres
ident, pro, tenn, Mr.. Davis, of Illi-
nOiS voted with the Democrats and
the resolution would have been car
ried had it not been for Senator
Browns vote. The Democrats
were greatly chagrined at Senator
Browns vote against the resolu-
ton, it being considered by some as
Il little effort to curry favor with
the so-called Independent move
ment in the South.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

THE country is resting quietly
and is happy since Guiteau has
been confined to his cell and to ST.
lence, but the associated press gang
are correspondingly miserable.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

Nothing is so conducive to mans
remaining Il bachelor as stopping
for one night at the house of a mar
ried friend and being kept awake
for five or six hours by the crying
Of cross baby. All cross and cry
ing need only Hop Bitters to make
them well and smiling. Young
man, remember this IT0UelIer.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

HALF million of Tennessee
bonds changed hands before the de-
cision of the Supreme court was an
nounced on last Saturday. Who
let the cat out of the bag?
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
For Sale or Rent,

a good DWELLING HOUSE, nearly new,
Splendid Out Houses and Cistern on the
premises. For terms apply to T. S. Howell,
at Kincannon, Son & Co.'S, or 10 Mrs. Lou
Howell, on the premises, ON College street,
opposite Sam1 RexingerSs
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

If you desire true medicinal
tonic that will positively rid you of
all your ailments and general i'll
health, Browns Iron Bitters is the
best.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
FOR SALE!
OR
In County Court mt GAINESVILLE
State of Tennessee.

OLEHk B UFFICki FtDs " Ibozs
Jno. j. West, Admir- of David Powers, COM
plainant, VS.. Alec Powers and
others, defendants.
1t appearing from affidavit filed in this
cause, that the Defendants, Robert Powers,
Chas. Powers, Mamie Morrison, Dora Croft
ger, Jno. Crotzer, Nancy Hayes and william
Hayes are non-residonts OF the state OF Ten
nesSee.
II IL therefore ordered that they enter the cir
Appearance, herein, before or within the first
three days of the next term OF the County
Court, 10 be held mt Clarksville, ON the nrst
Monday In March next, 1872, and plead,
the same will be taken for confessed as 10
them and set for hearingex parte; and that q
copy of this order be published for four con-
secutive weeks in the GAINESVILLE Chronicle.
X. ID. MOSELEY, Clerk.
BY q. III. BAILEY, ID. q.
JNo. J. WEST, Solr for Complt.
Feb. IL, lS82-4w
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
Goods /!
Wholesale Prices.

My work will all In handmade, and no
Eastern shoddy, but the buyer Will get yaluo
received for every dollar.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
Saturday, March IL, 1882,

the following Described real estate:
One tract of land lying in Civil District
No. of Montgomery county, Tenn, con-
tanning 26713 acres, and described as follows:
Beginning at a black jack corner of the old
Solomon NeVil tract, and runs thence north
Il east 400 poles to a stake in Marshall's line
with three post oak pointers; thence with
the north boundary of the Solomon Nevil
tract north $50 west l07 poles to a stake
thence north 10 west 400 poles 10 a stone in
Randle's line; thence south $50 west l07 poles
to the beginning; a deed to which is recorded
in Book No. u, pages 423 and 424, of the Reg
listers office of this county.
This land will be divided into three or
more tracts and first sold, each tract being
sold separate, and then sold as a whole; the
sale realizing the most money will be
adopted.
A plat of the land as divided can be seen
at this Office.
TERMS.-One-third cash, The balance on
credit of one and two years, equal pay
ments, in notes with good personal security,
bearing interest from date, and lien retain
ed. No redemption.
r. d. MOSELEY, Clerk.
By e. II. Bailey, d. q.
February Is, 1SS2-4t
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

TENNEssEE's honor is not crushed
out, only temporarily dethroned.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
Come to Stay.

Owing to the large amount OF Eastern
work sold 20 the people Mt three times its
worth, will sell the following named
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
Min9leWood Place
FOR SALE.

offer for sale my place four miles north
of GAINESVILLE, on the Hopkinsville turn
pike. This place contains
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18
COUNTY COURT SALE.

@. c. Atkinson and wife VS.. ]. G, McKoin
and others.
Pursuant to an order made in this cause
by the honorable County Court OF Mont
gomery county, Tenn, at its February term,
1882, will sell at public auction, at the
Court House door in the City Of CIarks-
vile, on
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1882-02-18

12 M. L. JOSLIN.
December 10, lSsl-tf
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1882-06-07

Tn many of the towns of the Ter' it'>', ar
rangements have already been nade tor cei
ebrating independence day in proper man
ner. and We trust Benton will not show any
lack of patriotic spirit. 1t is we'll to have
called to mind once year at least the sacri-
fees our forefathers made and the hardships
they suffered to establish the best government
on earth. The day should indeed be lever
memorable" and sacred to all who enjoy the
blessings of this free government. Ii Ben
ton is to celebrate the day in proper spirit II
is fully time to begin the work OF prepara-
ton. Let meeting of citizens be called and
the patriotic work inaueurated.
The river press. [volume] (Fort Benton, Mont.) 1880-current, 1882-06-07
A Gard

Tie undersigned Relief Committee, IN be-
half of the families Of immigrants needing
assistance, return thanks 10 the people OF
Benton for their prompt response toehe can
made upon their charity, and state that
s2l1. SO, besides quantity OF provisions, has
been received by them. Of this amount
s190 has been expended in relieving the lm-
mediate necessities of those immigrants hay-
ing families. Those without families nave
been or Immediately will be furnished With
employment As soon as the balance Of tht
fund has been expended . statement Will bt
published All parties in need Of The seTyl
ces of married men with their wives can bt
SUPPLIED by addressing the committee
J. J DoNNELLy,
A Ell HAMILTON, Committee,
VI B fETTLE,
Bryroy. June Z, 1882