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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-03-08
STRUGGLING WITH AN EAGLE.
A Long Island Sportsman Attacked After
Firing Two Shots at the Bird.
New York Tribune

New York Tribune.
Among the sportsmen in Babylon, L. l., no
two are better known than Samuel Platt and
Hen.y Conklin On Wednesday, they started
for drive about three miles distant Conkln,
as usual, placed fresh cartridges in his double
barreled, breech- loading shotgun remarking to
his companions You can't tell what may jump
up and guess when throw these charges into
them they'll STOP" Part of the road lay through
stretch of woods, and while they were driving
through it Conklin exclaimed: Hold on, Ike;
catch on to the hawk on top of the big hickory
tree there"
Plat drew the horse to standstiil and Conk-
lin reached down to the bottom of the wagon
and got his gun. Perched on tree in the GEN.
ter Of an opening in the woods was large bird,
smoothing it's feathers and evidently too busy to
notice the strangers. Conklin, gun in hand
jumped lightly from the wagon, and bidding
Plat await his return, started to get within
gunshot. He soon found that ii was not hawk
but an eagle Conklin stopped and sent the
contents of the right barrel at the eagle. which
the shot ratified around and against him, lazifY
stretched his wings and was about to fly away
when Conklin pulled the trigger of the other
barrel When the shot struck the eagle 1t arose
and with piercing scream circled two or three
times in the air, and then drawing its wings
close in to its body shot like an arrow direct at
Conkln
the bird and made a sweeping blow which the
bird lodged and shot past him. AS he struck at
it with his gun he slipped and fell. With q
scream the eagle swiftly turned and came down
on Conklin.
The eagle lodged its talons frmly.in the mans
legs and back, and, stretching its wings, at
tempted TO fly off, Conklin was raised fully
three feet from the ground but the eagle finding
him too heavy, settled down on the ground
again. and began to peck his victim on the back
and sides. Conklin fully realized his danger
and, reaching around grabbed the bird
by, the neck. AS he did SO it relaxed its
hold upon his body and erasped tho hand
with its talons decorating 1t in frightful mar
ner Then again rising in the air it swoopo4
down upon him, landing on his back, and pro-
ceeded to tear his clothes and flesh with its.
talons. Plat responded to Conkhn's cries for
help, and arrived Just as the eagle descended tha
third time, and, picking up the unloaded gun.
dealt it blow on the head that knocked it
sensless Then running back to the wagon ho
procured ropes, with which the men firmly
bound it and carried 1t home, where it was
securely chained in the barn. 1t was only,
slightly wounded. 1t measured seven feet js,
inches from tip to tip.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-03-08
Young English Nobs.


Imagine yourself seated in the smoking-room
Of swell London club. A young heir to thou
sands is seated near by, smoking cigarette and
scrutinizing his finger nails through an eye-glass
Enter to him another young SWELL a younger
son of leading member of the House of Lords.
Now listen:
81 sayr'
'Heilo's that your
''Yaas.'
'tJust got hah"
'Rah-ly! So've l."
40, rah,lyP
"Taas. yaas; o. ya-as"
pause, during which the newcomer sticks
his glass in his eye and looks down at his boots.
'Reggies hah."
40, rah-ly. Is hep
90 ya-as.
'Rah-lyp
"O?
30 yaras.'
"Rahly?a
'Yaas."
.'Om
Ard so Oh I'D inGnitum. or as long as you can
sit and hstHn will this sort of talk 20 on inter
sperseA at Intervals for variety with some allu-
sion TO q "hess az the yard" or u gal at the
CE+n
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-03-08
They Never Mention 1t.


philadelphia Press.
Miss Mary Anderson is quoted by London
gossip as deeply regretting the fact that she was
born in the United States. However Miss An
derson should not allow SO trivial matter to
worry her, Kentucky is in the United States,
but patriotic Americans never mention it when
strangers arc near.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-03-08

Washington in his old age as cold, stern and un-
approachable. but they also bear witness to his
sense Of justice which never violated the obliga-
tions of the most minute household relations and
would not allow the slightest wrong to the hum
blest of his slaves.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Northern Bank OF Tennessee.

On Monday, 14th inst, we shall re-
move from the building we now oc-
cupy on the Square, to the New Bank
ing House built for us at the lntersec-
ton OF franklin and Second streets
one of the best in the State. No care
or expense has been spared in the
building of the house, especially in
the building of the vault, to make safe
any property entrusted to our keeping.
We shall be glad to meet at our new
place Of business our present custom
ers, and as many new ones as may be
pleased to favor us with their patron
age.
While no promise of profit can in
duce us to break loose from the con-
servatism which has carried us safely
through the thirty-one years of our
existence as a Bunk, and which should
be the chief characteristic of every
institution that stands in a fiduciary
capacity to the people, we shall keep
the Northern Bank fully abreast Of
the spirit of the times, and shall en-
deavor 10 make it serve, as heretofore
the best interests of our friends and
the public. We beg to return thanks
and our gratitude for the confidence
and patronage that have been given to
us in the past, and to give assurance o
unremitting effort on our part tC
merit continuance thereof.
ID. n. KENNEDY, President
JAS. L. GLENN. Cashier.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Vanderbilt Dead.

New YORK, December 9.-At about
2 80 p. m. yesterday VIM. III. Wander
bilt died suddenly from the effects of
a stroke Of paralysis, induced by the
bursting of Il large blood vessel at the
base OF the brain. Mr.. Vanderbilt had
not been in good health for several
weeks, but yesterday morning he
arose at Z O'Clock, feeling unusually
well. He held his usual morning con-
ference with his sons, Cornelius and
William, who we're the active man.
ayers of his railroad properties. He
afterwards held a conference with his
private secretary, Mr.. E. V. Rossiter.
In these conferences he was more than
usually good humored, and there was
not the slightest intlmatlon OF lmpend-
ing evil He had eaten a hearty
breakfast, and was anticipating pleas
ant drive in the afternoon. About IL
o'clock he sent for Chauncey NJ. De-
pew, president of the New York Cen
trail. Mr.. Depew was too busy to call
on him, and at u o'clock Mr.. Wander
bilt went to- the studio OF Ward, the
sculptor, and sat while the artist
worked on a bronze bust of the mill
ionaire, which is to be placed in the
College of Physicians and Surgeons.
At 1890 he returned home and
lunched with his wife. AT l o'clock
Mr.. Robert Garrett, president OF the
Baltimore & Ohio road, called upon
Mr.. Vanderbilt, and the two had a
long conversation upon railroad mat
tiers. 1t was this conversation which
was interrupted by the death of Mr..
Vanderbilt. He was sitting on sofa
leaning forward and taking much in
terest in the conversation. Suddenly
Mr.. Garrett noticed that Mr.. Wander
bits speech became indistinct, and a
moment later the millionaire fell for
ward heavily to the floor. Mr.. Gar
rett raised him and placed him on the
sofa, and Immediately gave the alarm,
but Mr.. Vanderbilt did not move or
speak after he fell, and in a few mo-
ments he was dead.
The news rapidly spread, and soon
the death Of the magnate was known
in every large city i'll the world.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Our supplement.

We call the especial attention OF our
readers to the splendid four-page sup
plement we issue with the CHRONICLE
this week. Besides the Presidents
message in ftsL, it contains reports OF
department officials and much valua-
BILE news and miscellany 1t is the
only paper in Tennessee, outside OF
one or two dailies, that gives the mes
sage in full. We feel that we are JUS
tifiable in taking pride in such enter
prise. The CHRONICLE gets out no
trade edition this week, but still it has
eight columns more matter than any
other paper published in GAINESVILLE,
and great deal more reading matter.
Its columns are also considerably
longer. The patrons of the CHRONICLE
can depend upon its always being
abreast with the times.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
An Unknown Thief,

A man unknown to any one in
GAINESVILLE, and going under several
aliases, was arrested here Saturday for
stealing a coat and vest from Mr.. Dan
Kelly. He was tolerably well dressed
with nothing of the appearance Of the
tramp, but carried no baggage. He
first appeared at the Franklin House.
Friday evening, where he registered
as "Chas Brown, Henderson, KY" The
clerk informed him that there was an
other gentleman in the House from
Henderson. He said he knew the
gentleman, but shortly afterwards
walked out OF the hotel and never
came back again. Later in the even
ing he procured lodging at Mrs. Tim
Kelly's, whose residence is under the
GAINESVILLE National Bank. He be-
haved himself well, paid for his enter
| tainment next morning and left.
Shortly alter he had gone it was dis
covered that the coat and vest belong
ing to Mr.. Dan Kelly, young man OF
the family, was missing. No suspicion
attached to the lodger, but during the
day Mr.. Dan Dolly came up on him
on the street with the stolen articles
in his possession, trying to sell them
to Mr.. Pat Sullivan. He ran when he
/ found ont he was detected, but was
soon captured. He had carried the
stolen goods out of the house unnotic-
ed by wearing them under his own
clothing.
He. was carried before Esq. c. ID.
Bailey, when he waived an examina-
ton and was put under bond OF $500
to appear at the Criminal Court. He
told officer Holleman, who arrested
him, that his name was Chas. Carson,
and that he was from Texas. At Mrs.
Kelly's he said his name was Cook
and hailed from EIizabethtuwn, KY.
A telephone message came from Nash
vile Sunday saying he was wanted
there, but on Investigation he turned
out not to be the man desired. He
could be easily Identified, as his hose
has been badly dishgured by Il blow,
and number OF his teeth have been
knocked out.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
READ THIS.

/ wish to call the special attention
of the merchants and business men of
GAINESVILLE to the Trade Edition of the
CHRONICLE which will appear next
week.
The paper will be double its usual
size and special attention will be given
to its typographical neatness. The
paper used will be tinted book of the
best quality and the printing will be
done with the best ink that can be
purchased.
The reading matter will be COM
plete reflex of the business interests
of the city, and show up in detail all
of the various enterprises and indus
tries.
1t will contain cuts of all the public
buildings in GAINESVILLE and many of
the principal business houses. 1t will
also contain electrotype portraits of
number of prominent citizens made
by the best engravers in the United
States.
The paper will be a splendid adver-
tisement of GAINESVILLE and want
every enterprising merchant in the
city to ask himself if he can afford to
neglect such an opportunity to advertise
has business.
A number of leading merchants
have already applied for liberal space,
and it is my desire that all of them be
represented.
Ten thousand copies wall be issued,
and l shall use vigorous endeavors TO
circulate it all over the country con-
tributory to GAINESVILLE. The paper
will be made so attractive it will be in
great demand.
1t will be looked on far and near as
a correct representation of Clarksville's
business and enterprise, and those who
advertise most literally will reap the
benefits.
Irepeat-no merchant can afford to
neglect such a splendid opportunity.
w. p. TITUs,
Publisher.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

THE GAINESVILLE Female Academy
property is to be sold at public auction
next Wednesday at IL o'clock, on the
grounds. The sale is made in obedi-
ence to an order of the Chancery
court The property has been divided
into seventeen lots and all of it will be
sold except a lot adjoining the resi-
dence of DR.. Trawick. This property is
located in the most desirable manner
for the building of residences. 1t
fronts on Madison street, the most
fashinable thoroughfare in GAINESVILLE,
and is supplied with beautiful grove
of oaks and other large forrest trees.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

THE congregation of the first Bap-
fist church, colored, having settled
their internal dissentions caused by
the difficulty with the pastor Jones, re-
sumed work on their new building
some time ago and it has been pushed
rapidly towards completion. The
walls have been finished and the entire
building is now under cover. The
church will be formerly opened to-
day, Saturday and services will be
held in the basement to-day and to-
morrow.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Be on your guard Along the Great
Rivers OF this country is an open and
powerful enemy OF the White as well
as the Blackman lurking in every
swamp, and to be fully prepared to
meet this formidable enemy you
should have on hand bottle OF Cliff
ords Vebrifuge or Fever and Ague
Cure. A sure cure for chills and fever.
For sale by Owen & Moore and w. S.
Parhee g. Ia
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Mrs. ANNIE HUTCHINSON died Fri
day, the 4th, at the home of her son,
Mr.. Asa Hutchinson, in this county,
in the 5Gth year OF her age. Her
death was caused by dropsy, and fol-
lowed a protracted illness. She was
an excellent lady, and her death is
deeply regretted. The remains were
inferred in Bethel church yard.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Mrs. RosENFIELD.

THE advertisement OF the sale Of the
Robert Tompkins property in South
GAINESVILLE will be found in another
column. It is very desirable prop
erty, containing III acres, and is con-
veniently located. The sale comes off
Dec. 2lst, and will be made by Mr.. O.
NJ. Blackman, Trustee OF the estate.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

SPECIAL Custom WoRK.-We have
a new assortment of winter Samples
of Cassimeres, Worsteds, Corkscrews
and Suitings. Any one who desires
to have clothing made to measure will
do we'll to call on Us, have his measure
taken and select his own goods. Good
work, good fits and reasonable prices.
PITMAN & LEWIS.
NI,rl-S,-iIlo DOT 1QSS
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Catarrh Cured,

A Clergyman, after suffering many
years from those loathsome diseases,
Catarrh and Bronchitis, after trying
every known remedy, at last found a
recipe which cured him, saved his life.
Any sufferer wishing the recipe will
be furnished.free OF charge by send
ing their address and two cent stamp
to DIR. w. II. Armstrong. A Nth 4th
ST., Philadelphia, Pa Name this pa
perl sept 19Smo
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

THE Northern Bank moved this
week into its new building on the
corner OF Franklin and Second streets.
The building is Il very handsome one,
both externally and internally, and is
commodIously arranged. 1t is heated
by furnace, and is supplied with
water and gas. A checkered stone
floor is laid in the front portion Of the
building, between the counter and the
entrance. The counter and ratings
ara made OF solid walnut. The build
ing is provided with fire-proof vault
and several nice rooms winch will be
used by the officers and directors. The
Northern Bank is the oldest financial
institution in GAINESVILLE, and one of
the most solid. Its many friends and
patrons will be glad to find it in such
elegant quarters.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
TAKES.
The last cali.

1 have given you fair and repeated
notice. II you have to pay cost you
must not blame me. The time will
soon be out and have collected but
little. II you all wait until the last
few days to pay your taxes, ii WILDE
impossible to wait on you. When the
time expires the law requires me to
close the books; so beg you to save
this heavy cost
r. H. PICKERING, Trustee.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

The city authorities have at last sue
ceeded in having a new plank walk
put dsSu on the corner OF Madison
and SEVENTH streets. The school chill
dren and others, who traverse that
part OF town, are gratifed at the i'm
provement.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

THE trade edition of the CHRONICLE
on the 10Th will not be simply an en-
larged sheet with a lot of hackneyed
talk about the town and taffy for the
business men, but such paper as was
never before published in Tennessee,
giving a complete description OF
GAINESVILLE and all its business inter
ests, with illustrations OF buildings and
portraits of prominent men. 1t will
be gotten up in elaborate style and
fine finish, regardless OF expense.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Keep the liver active and enjoy
good health. This you can do by
using Portaline, or Tablers Vegetable
Liver Regulator, which never fails 10
cure Dyspepsia, Sour Stomach, Bill
iousness, Etc For sale by Owen &
Moore and w. S. Barbec & Co.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Mrs. ELLEN NoRTHINGToN, wife OF
Mr.. S. III. Northington, died at the
family residenoe'On the corner Of Sec
ond and Commerce streets in this
city at o'clock a. m, Wednesday, the
9th inst, after an illness of several
weeks with typho-pneumonia. Mrs,
Northington was about 40 years old.
Her maiden name was Smith, and she
was born and brought up in Keysburg,
Ky. She was a devout Christian and
greatly liked and respected by all who
knew her. The funeral took place
Thursday morning at 10 O'Clock from
the Baptist church, with services by
Rev. A. d. Sears. The remains were
inferred in Greenwood Cemetery.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
A CARD.

To all who are suffering from the
errors and indiscretons Of youth, ner-
vous weakness, early decay, loss OF
manhood, etc, / will send a recipe that
will cure you, FREE OF CHARGE
This great remedy was discovered by
a missionary in South America. Send
a self-addressed envelope to the REV
JOSEPH T. INMAN, Sutton ID, Mem Yok
City. oct 3-ly
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Mr.. CIV. RICHARDSON, a we'll known
farmer of this county living near Ed
mondson's Ferry, killed three hogs re-
Gently, the combined weight OF which
was ,l6O pounds. The largest of the
three tipped the beam at 430.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Mr.. JOHN S. MILLER and Miss Belle
Keesee were married Thursday night,
the 10th inst, at the Baptist church in
this city. The ceremony was perform
ed by Rev. a. d. Sears and the church
was well filled with the frien DIS and
acquaintances of the young couple.
Messrs. Cook Roach, Dick Caldwell,
Arthur Harris, and John Clements
acted as ushers. Mr.. Miller has charge OF
the Democrat job department He has
been a resident of this city for about
twelve months past, and during that
time has shown himself to be a man
of energetic character and good habits
The bride is the daughter of the late
Judge VIM. Keesee of this city, and q
very estimable young lady. They
have the congratulations OF numerous
friends.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Childrens hats reduced from $50
1925 and 800 at Mrs. Rosenfeld's.

THERE is still considerable differ
ence between farmers and loose to-
bacco buyers in regard to prices. 1t is
to be hoped that they will compro-
mise the difference so that the far
mers can sell their tobacco and the
factories put in operation and enliven
the business of the city.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

VIM KLEEMAN has purchased two
four year old short horn steers which
have been fattened by Mr.. VIM. Tay-
lor. They viii be seal fat by Christ
mas at which time they will be slaugh-
tered. Mr.. Kleeman says they will
make the finest beef ever offered in
the GAINESVILLE market. Send in orders
in time.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
COOKS!

propose to furnish cooks and house
servants to persons wishing to hire
Leave orders at the shop OF G. W
Harper, between Franklin and Com
merce streets. MARTHA PHILLIPS,
Dec. 5-2t Coloerd.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
THE proprietor of the CHRONICLE is

THE proprietor of the CHRONICLE is
under lasting obligations to his good
friend, B. r. Miller, of Woodlord, in
this county, for the presest. of nice
fat turkey There is nothing better
than turkey at this season OF the year
and Mr.. Miller will be held IN tender
memory for the turkeys sake.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

QUITE number of orders have been
filed for extra copies OF the trade issue
of the CHRoNICLE of Dec. 10Th. 1t is
probable that the entire edition Will
be taken up before publication day
Parties desiring copies should send IN
their orders early.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
PERSONAL.


Mr.. @. III. Bailey was in Nashville Thurs
day.
Mr.. John w. Buck, OF lakewood, was in
the city Wednesday.
i. M. Rice, Esq, prominent member
of the Dover bar, was in the city Thursday.
Miss MoIlie o'sullivan, Of Louisville,
visited at Mr.. Boilin's, in this city, this
week.
-Messrs. Il. d. Ledbetter, H. H. Tharpe
and A. II. Munford will go to Dover Monday
on the steamer Rhea.
Miss Annie Fruit, of Pembroke, KY, was
in the city, this week, on visit to the fam
lily of MIR. w. s. Mallory.
MIR. Florence Abbott, who has been con-
fined TO his room for some time with a
spraiaed ankle, is able to be out again.
Mr.. S. f. Pryor and family, who have
lived for some time on Greenwood avenue
in this city, have moved to Greensboro, KY.
Mr.. Pryor has a position under Collector
Wood i'm the internal revenue service.
Owen Meriwether, who is accustomed
to spend Christmas with friends in the vi
cinIty of GAINESVILLE, will not be able to do
so this year. He writes us to this effect
from Wayne, Cass county Texas, where ne
Is engaged in surveying a railroad.
Rev. DIR. Hendrick returned Tuesday
night from Shelbyville, KY, where he has
been aiding at a protracted meeting of great
interest, which resulted in some fifty addi-
lions to the church. He went to Hopkins
Vile Friday morning to commence another
meeting.
Mr.. 7. B. Mueller and wife, from Indian
apOlis, have moved to GAINESVILLE, and are
at present boarding with DR.. w. A. Shelby.
Mr.. Mueller has charge of the work being
done on Kendrick, Pettus & Co.'S mill. He
brought a considerable force of workmen
with him.
"A Carthage letter to the American says:
The Rev. ]. r. Goodpasture, who began a
series of meetings here last week, is creating
considerable interest. He is possessed of
much talent, and his deeply interesting
and thoughtful sermons are attracting good
audiences. His sermon Sunday, on the du-
ties of parents 10 children, was specially
interesting. Mr.. GOodpasture is a son of
Judge ]. ID. GoodpastuTe, of Nashville.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12

Newmarkets, Russian circulars and
the largest stock of short wraps in
GAINESVILLE in velvet, cloth, brocade
and plush, are being sold at greatly
reduced prices at Mrs. Rosenfelds,
Call and be convinced.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1885-12-12
Publisher

Crusman & Howard received Thurs
day night, car load of Florida oran-
ges and a car load of Northern apples.
They are all first quality, fresh and de-
licious. No better fruit was ever
brought to Clan ksville.