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The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
The New Iron Bridge at the Mouth of
ivy,

In the hurried construction of the
W. n. G. r. R. from Asheville to
Paint Rock, time was only allowed
to do such work as would secure lit
eral compliance with the terms of the
commissioners. The rivers, there
fore, equally with the small streams,
were crossed by trestle work, with the
exception of the crossing at Deep
Water, just above the Hot Springs,
at which point, from the nature of
the case, an iron bridge, with single
span, was imperatively necessary. At
two other points the French Broad
was crossed by trestles with numer-
Gus benches, which were endangered
in every freshet by the pressure of
drift wood and timber. In fact, each
freshet caused damage and interrupt
ton to trains, so that about two years
ago, the trestle work at Asheville was
replaced by truss bridge, and that
at the mouth of Ivy was made COM
posite of truss and trestle, greatly en-
hancing its strength and safety.
But at this point, where the river, by
the pressure Of the Ivy current is de-
fected violently from its course, and
makes turn at right angles with its
previous direction, the dangers of in
jury still continued and last year the
company resolved to put up an iron
bridge, to cross the river just below
the other structure.
The first work to be done was 10
establish convict quarters, which was
done in a substantial and convieHient
way. Everything being ready, work
was begun by sinking caissons to Sc
cure solid foundations for the solid
masonry of the piers. These are
three in number, of solid and finely
dressed granite, and now support the
elegant finished bridge Of two spans
of 175 feet each. The bridge crosses
to the opposite bank in a long sweep
ing curve, and with its approaches ap-
pears to be about 500 feet in length,
most graceful to the eye and giving
a feeling of security as the train
passes over it without jar or tremor.
Gradually the company is bringing
the road up to the standard of first
class road. From AsheVille to Paint
Rock, the road bed is in excellent
condition, with steel rails, smooth
solid and well ballasted. The trestles
at Turkey Creek and Sundy Mush
have been replaced with wooden n'truss
bridges, and the trestle at the mouth
of Laurel, SO often swept away by
the tumultuous waters of that stream
when at high freshet, have given way
to an iron bridge of single span
resting on substantial dressed granite
abutments.
We take great pleasure in record
ing these substantial improvements,
the progress of which we have noted
since the first trains passed haltingly
and timorously over the line.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
a Correction.

The CITIZEN will never knowingly
do any one an injustice. A repub-
lican friend informs US that the
statement, in our report Of the pro-
ceedings of the republican conven~
ton of a few days ago, thata resolu>
ton instructing for Mr.. r.Henry Hard
wicke for Senator for this district
was voted down, did that gentleman
and the convention injustice. The
resolution was objected to and ta-
bled because of objections to in
structions at all rather than obiec-
ton to Mr.. Hardwicke. Our ins
formani states a large majority Of
the republican party of Buncombe
prefers Mr.. Hardwicke, while the
party in Madison is solid for him
and he will, if he does not decline,
be the nominee of that party. We
have very kindly feeling tor our
young friend, and We must say we
will regret to see him sacrifice him.
self in this way.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
New CroD Tobacco.

Mr.. J. A. Gwaltney, of Alexander,
was at the Farmers warehouse,
yesterday, and in talking about
new crop tobacco, said that he
would have some tobacco of this
years growth, ready for sale in
about ten days. He said the tobac-
CO would be of fret grade, and
would be cured by the new process.
Mr.. Gwaltney last year sold some
new tobacco at the Farmers rang
ing from s35 to $56 per hundred.
This tobacco was brought in and
sold upon the market before the
warehouse season had closed. Mr..
Gwaltney is one of the foremost
farmers in Buncombe, and is hard
to beat upon anything pertaining
to the culture of irst-class tobacco.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
Closing Ont.

AsI intend to make change in my
business IN the near future, offer my
eatire stock o! goods at actual cost for
cash. My stock consists ofthe best and
most complete line of clothing. and
furnishing goods for Men and Boys,
Hats. Caps, Boots and Shoes; also Ladies',
Misses and Chiljren's Shoes, that can be
found in Western North Carolina.
This is no hunbug l mean to close this
stock, at cost. Come prepared to buy as
no goods are sent out for inspection,
though money will be refunded If goods
do not it.
Store closes at 7:30 P. III. Saturdays
excepted. NJ. LEVY,
d&w If 10 South Main st.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
No trials in the Justices court

No trials in the Justices court
yesterday.
Several deeds were admitted to
probate in the clerks Office yester-
day.
The regular Friday evening hop
at Battery Park has been postponed
indefinitely.
Alto bass and tenor singers for
the Trinity church choir, this city,
will find it to their interest to COM
municate with P. 0. Box 274.
Died, near Round Knob, N. c.,
August 1, 1888, .of cerebro. spinal
fever, George Oliver Dewey, son of
E. c. and Sallie E. Dewey, aged
three years, eight months and
twenty-five days.
The complimentary german
which was to have taken place at
Battery Park last night was again
postE oned, owing to the illness of
Miss Maude Coke in whose honor it
was to have been given.
Attention is directed to the call of
Chairman T. A. Jones to the con-
vention of Asheville township to be
held on Saturday the 18th inst, to
select delegates to attend the demo-
cratic county convention to be held
on the 18th inst.
Yesterday the heat of the sun
was much complained of about mid>
day, up to three o'clock. The mer-
curry in the shade was about S6-88,
about half past two there were sew
eral stunning crashes of thunder
without harm, with rain not far
away.
Roberts & Perry, taking the hot
weather into consideration, and
knowing how their many customers
appreciate reduction ofheat on what
they buy to eat to a pleasant tempera-
ture, have supplied themselves with
a huge refrigerator, large enough to
stow away dozens of big watermel-
ons, great piles of yellow butter,
and whatever else is influenced by
beat and improved by cooling. The
firm can safely invite custom when
tEey present what they have to sell
in such tempting condition.
Attention is called to the adyers
tisement of Mr.. G. A. Shuford offer
ing for rent the very desirable fac
tory building near the court house
square, recently occupied by B. NJ.
Perrow for tobacco uses. The prop
erty is very eligible and desirable,
and ought soon to attract a good
tenant or tenants. Also to the offer
OF fine rooms on the upper floors of
the elegant new Johnston building,
corner court house square and
South Main street which offer spec
iel attractions:
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
The Railroad Wreck.

The railroad accident which occur
red at Mud-cu ON the W. N. G. rail
road yesterday morning, was not so
serious as at first thought. The acci
dent was caused by the derailment of
q freight train. Seven cars were pre-
cipitated down the steep embank-
ment at the place where the accident
occurred, and we're pretty badly shat
tered to pieces. A negro trackawalker
had his arm broken by the flying
timbers, and one or two train hands
were bruised and scratched little.
Six head of cattle, with which one of
the cars was loaded, was killed, and
the greatest amount of damage done
was incurred by the railroad company.
Trains from the east were delayed
several hours in reaching the city.
Surgeon w. D. Hilliard set the bro
ken arm of the unfortunate track
walker, and rendered all necessary
medical assistance.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
THE HEATHEN REPUBLICAN.
A Short Poem Inscribed to the
"FaithfuI"-A la Bret Herte.

1t was August the second,
And bright were the skies;
But it is not true that the Grads" were
likewise,
Yet they raised "eain" that day,
At Waynesville, in the county of Hay
good,
Which drew from the people
No remarks of surprise.
They bad a small crowd,
And each "rad" played part;
1t was the regular "old thing" that is
played every year, since the start;
And each one was quite scheming and
smart
And he talked ofhis chances
Of sitting in Tom Johnston's seat
Very boasting and proud.
There was Moody, the Solicitor,
(He's from Haywood of old);
And Axley from far Cherokee;
Whila- zannthar--EnIA nIAt1 hl lao fTfSS5
the glitter of gold,
Stood silently by, in the shade of a tree,
And wondered to himself,
"Will the lightning strike me? ?"
If it does, then how happy I'll be-"
They all played their calJs,
Remarkably well,
And for long time, and a considerable
spell,
The thing looked musty indeed;
But Cannon, and Harkins, and Norvell,
and Shook,
Could each look through the candidates
Like wide opened book;
And they were sent to the shade with all
speed.
So, Ham. Ewart was taken,
Fresh from the fold,
Who neither wanted fame, honor, record, :,
orgold,
And put on the track, for the races; SO
bold
He made short speech,
Which was loaded with praise
OF radical means and radical ways.
And said he'd be happy indeed,
To politically die this fall.
Then the disintegration
OF this tough combination
Took place amid terrific uproar,
And the newly-ma martyr
Felt considerably smarter
Than ever he did in his life before.
But all in Noyember,
It'll do to remember,
Will funeral be preached o'tr this
party
AS dead az nail in the door.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
SHOOTING IN JAoKsoN.
The shooter is Now Confined in
Webster Jail.

On Tuesday night E. Buchanan.
and one more man went to Squire
eagles house, six miles south of
Sylvia, to arrest John McMahan.
After arresting him the man tried
to take his pistol from him, when
McMahan shot Buchanan in the
chest and seriously if not fatally
wounded him. McMahan was car
ried to Webster jail Great. exciteS
ment prevails, and if buchanan
dies trouble is feared.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
ReneMs HOE Youth.

Mrs. Phoebe Chesley, Peterson, Clay
county, Iowa, tells the following remark
able story, the truth of which is vouch-
ed for by the residents of the town: 81
am 73 years old, have been troubled with
kidney compl sint and lameness for many
years; could not dress myself without
help. Now I am free from all pain and
soreness, and am able to do all my own
housework. 1 owe my thanks to Elec-
tric Bltters for having renewed my
youth, and removed completely all dis
ease and pain"
Try bottle, only SOC. at Il. II. Lyons
drug store
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
THE DELEGATES.
Appointed to the Congressional Con-
vention by Townships.

The following delegates were
elected to the Congressional and
Senatorial conventions by the Dem
Ocratic county convention, which
met in this city, on May 10Th inst.
to elect delegates to the State Com
vention. The Congressional Con-
vention, for the Ninth District will
be held at the court house in Ashe.
vile, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 7rH
and delegates will please notice this
list:
TO THE CONGRESSIONAL coNvENs
TON.
Avery's Creek-N. B. Creasman,
w. B. Cook.
Fair- -Nieu-J~S. Williams, Jason
Ashworth.
Leicester-P. Israel, B. 6. Gud~
ger, Fillmore Robinson.
Flat Creek-Irvin Clark, c. B
Black.
French Broad~-D. A. Blackwell
w. H. Hunter, Jesse Gwaltney.
Upper HominY-T. G. Curtis, F
P. Morgan, F. w. Shelton.
Limestone-J. Evans Brown, w
R. Powers.
Big Ivy-S. P. Williams, J. H,
Woodward, w. T. Dickinson.
Reem's Creek-C. P. Weaver, F
P Roberts, J. K. Chambers.
Sandy Mush-L. L. Child, NJ. l.
Robinson.
Lower Hominy-A, H. Felmet
David Thrash, R. L. F. Jones.
Black Mountain-Andrew Mil,
ton, w. St. Geo. Walker, D. F,
Herndon.
Swannanoa-G. w. Young, J. S
Bardett, S. H. Jordan.
Asheville-T. A. Jones, w. w
Jones, D. G. WaddeIl, C. M. Nc
Loud, T. c. Westall, J. NJ. Smith
]. 6. Martin. N. A. Penland, M. E
Carter, Milton Jarvis, Frank Wea-
yer, George Henderson, r. NJ. Fur.
man, 6. S. Powell, 6. Shuford, l
V. Baird, T. T. Patton, Will Chees
boro, J. P, Sawyer, B. A. Newland
TO THE SENATORIAL CONVENTION
Avery's Creek-Melvin Hatch
T. ]. Garland.
Fair View-R. c. Clayton, T. 7
Young.
Leicester-D. H. Sho 1k, Lowery
Brown, Sol. Hampton.
Flat Creek-Ch. Chambers. Lo
gan MackeY.
French Broad-N. A. Rogers
A. M. Alexander, J. R. Buckner.
Upper Hominy-J. L. Young, d
F. Gudger, P. P. Morgan.
Limestone-J. Z. Brown. 7. r
Garren.
Big Ivy-Joseph Hyder, c. F
Williams, !. A Carter, ]. N. Nor
gan.
Reem's Creek-J. B. Garrison, ]
]. Reagan, w. K. Sans.
Sandy Mush-The same as to tht
Congressional Convention.
Lower Hominy-H. N. Alexar'
der, A. H. Starnes, Merritt Sluder
Black Mountain-John Stepp, J
M. Stepp, w. H. Burnett.
SwaEnanoa-Wm. Alexander
D. Stevenson, T. L. White"
Asheville The same as the Con
! gressional Convention.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
= Mr. L. j. Smith,

Of Jackson county, nominated as tie
Democratic Senatorial candidate for the
42nd District, is man we'll known in his
county, and throughout the District as
man of unusually clear common sense,
sound judgment and irrep7oachable
character. He is one of that class Of
men found in every county to whom eV-
erybody trusts; whose ADVICE is always
sought, and which it is always safe to
take. He has never been politician
but is well informed, and is a most thor
ough-paced Democrat. He will be elected
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
Avoid the TrestIes.

People seem to have strange cons
fdence in their luck, or strange &
norance of their daIq5rs- Taey
seem to regard a raaroa9 track e.
-fffe pedestrians rightful highway tc
be occupied to the exclusion of the
rights of trains which are bound to
keep out of the way of the walker.
Now, the tracks are built for the
trains, for a special purpose, and to be
used by them atall times; and at such
speed as regulated by schedules or
orders. No one may always be safe
walking on the track and great
peril is incurred always in walking
on trestles. From those there is
little hope of escape from coming
trains, and of their approach the
pedestrian has no certain assurance
until they are upon him. A man
caught in such trap almost deserves
his fate.
Mr.. w. G. Gambler, of Hominy,
informs US of a thrilling escape to
which he was witness on Tuesday
afternoon. At Hominy station there
is a heavy grade rising east, and
trains coming this way, after stop
ping at the station, have to run back
several hundred yards and start
again to acquire sufficient headWay
to carry them over the grade. On
the afternoon aforesaid, "Uncle"
Billy Culbertson, a well known citi-
zen of the vicinage, about 70 years
old, was on his way home from the
depot having waited his return un-
til the train started. A few hundred
yards from the depot, towards the
west, is Pole Greek crossed by long
trestle, fifteen or twenty feet high.
In blissful belief that the train
would go on its way towards Ashe-
vile, Uncle Billy made his way
rejoicing towards the trestle as a
"nigh cut" and a convenient one,
towards home. He was about
one third of the way across when he
was Mortified to hear the train runA
ming back with increasing speed to-
wards the treSLte. ne knew WHAT
that meant, and that he must get out
of the way, and that speedily. He
was too old man to risk Jump
from the trestle. He therefore must
run. His shortest way off was to
return the way he came, and he did
so at the quickest gait he could
master. In the meantime the pas
sengers in the rear coach had seen
the danger threatening the old gen.
tleman and made frantic but vain
efforts to notify the engineer. The
men shouted, the ladies screamed,
as the distance between the train
and the old man closed; when to
add to the horror, the old man
stumbled and fell on the track. A
perfect yell of agony rang out from
the passengers. Uncle Billy re-
turned his GOODNESS, and seeing how
close the train to him scrambled to
his knees, and rolled off, where
fortunately the fall was not enough
to hurt him; apparently, for the
train alter backing some yards far
ther started again on its direc;
course and went on.
Again we say "keep off the tres
| ties"
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
Death at Battery Park.

Mr.. Silas Stearns, OF Pensacola,
Fla, died at Battery Park yester-
day morning of consumption. The
remains will be taken to Mr.. Stearn's
late home this morning accompan-
led by Mrs. Stearns, Mr.. A. F. War
rem, and Mrs. Stearns', mother-in-
1or
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
EoR RENT.

The two story brick tobacco factory Just inrear
Of the First National Bank in Asheville, N. C.,
belonging to Hon. Thos. d. Johnston and recent
ly occapied by Mr.. B. NJ. Perrow, is for rent on
reasonable terms.
Also, the two large rooms on,second floor in
rear of the Offices in the new johnston Building
recently erected on the site OF the old Western
Hotel are for rent for purposes which will not
annoy other tenants Of the building. Apply to
Eaug div GEO. A. SHUFORD.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
BuekIen.s Arlnca saIve.

Tho best Salve in the world for cuts, bruises
sores, ulcers, rheum, fever sores, letter,
chapped hands, chilblains, corns. and all skin
eruptions, and positively cures piles, or no pay
equi red. It is guaranteed to give perfec
atisfaction, or money refunded. Priee25 ct
or box. Fer sale Dy a. Il. Lyons dsw
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
Nor SALE AT A GREATBARGAINl

An elegant outfit of househ I'D goods and
kitchen furniture, consisting of an elegant Silk
Plush Parlor Suit, 8 Fine Bedrooms Suits in Wal
nut and Cherry. splendid Carpets, Mattings
Rugs, Window shades, Curtains, DC; also a
splendid Range, good as new, and all sother
Bile Top SideDoard, China, Eilverware; also
Pillows Mattresses, Springs. &C., all good as new
must be sold in next few days. Apply at once 70
July 81 div MURRAY s. LANCE.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03

If so We will convince you that Acker,s English
Remedy for the lungs Is superior to all other
preparations, and is a positive cure for ell
Throat and Lung troubles, Group, Whooping
cough and colds. We guarantee the prepara-
ton and VIII give you a sample bottle free.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
New AdYertisement

There were no cases before acting
Mayor Westall yesterday morning.
Regular meeting of the city coun-
Gil will be held at the Mayors office
tonight, at $50 O'Clock.
The thermometer stood at $50 in
this city, at one o'clock yesterday.
Hot? Well, yes; rather warm
Mr.. Thos. A. Jones will address
the Swannanoa river democratic
club, at Asheville Junction, Satur-
day evening next.
The sale of building lots at Sky
land ok place yesterday. Mr.. J.
J. Hill, of this city was the auc-
tioneer, and the lots brought fair
prices.
A dance at Ashevijle Sulphur
Springs was largely attended.by our
city folk last night. It was a most
enjoyable affair, and the partici>
pants were delighted.
A party of our young people paid
moonlight visit to Arden Park
last evening. The evening was
delightfully."- spent in dancing, prom
enading and star-gazing.
Excellent breaks" were reported
at the Farmers and Banner ware
houses yesterday morning. The
quality OF tobacco sold was average,
and the prices obtained very salts
factory.
Campaign songs are beginning 10
appear, and one enterpr1sing repub-
lican has already set the Chicago
platform to the tune May the Pipe
and the Bowl Never Leave Us, as
We 60 Rolling, Keeling Hone"
A very enthusiastic meeting of
the Young Mems democratic club,
of Asheville, was held at the court
house last night. In the absence
of President Carter, first vice-presi,
dent Jones presided oyer the meet
ing.
There will be u mass-meeting of
the Limestone democrats at Arden,
tomorrow. Messrs Locke Craig
and w. B. Gwyn, of this city will
address the assembly upon the issues
of the day, and big time is antici-
pated.
Curbing was being put down on
Patton Avenue yesterday, below the
new Chedister building. We hope
the work will be continued until
every street in The city is thrcughly
paved, curbed, and placed in good
shape.
A young man in this city yester-
day remarked to a friend that he
"was feeling considerably let doagn
this morning" The friend instant,
J ly replied that the disease could
be. cured, provided the y. ~, let up. ;
and the y. m, hasn't recovered yet
Gen. Johnstone Jones, as referee
was engaged yesterday in hearing
the testimony in the case of Lytlt
VS.. Lytle. The plaintiffs were rep
resented by Col. P. J. Sinclair, anc
the defendants by Mr.. Eug. D. Car,
ter, who appeared by courtesy, tol
Col. Lusk.
A mule, belonging to MIR. w. a
Fuller, of Pennsylvania county, fel
/ upon sharp pointed stake in rea
of Girdwood's coal yard, on Pattor
avenue yesterday, disembowslinl
itself. Veterinary surgeon Harvey
sewed up the wound, and otherwis
treated the animal in a very skill
full manner.
Mr.. J. V. Brown'spatent invalid
bed, on exhibition at No. 35 nortl
Main street, is one of the mos
complete arrangements Of the kint
we have ever seen for the invalid
1t Is an excellent invention, ant
meets a long-felt want in the sic
room. Examine its workings TO
/
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
syrup Figs.

Is Natures own true laxative. 1t is tho most
easily taken, and the most effective lemedy
known to Cleanse the System when Bilious or
Costive; to dispel Headaches, Colds, and
Fevers; to cure Habitual Constipation, Indiges-
ton, Piles, etc. Manufactured only by. the
California Fig Syrup Company, San Francisco,
2 u For saIo bE II. II LYONS.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03

The celebrated DIR. Arrington's tooth
brush at 25c. each. also q large stock Of
the very best English and French bristle
brushes, call and examine.
w. G. CARMICHAEL,
Apothecary
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
P.nDtes =, fhe F4ce

Denote an impure state Of the blood and are
looked upon by many with suspicion. Acker's
Blood Elixir VIII remove all impurities and
leave the complexion smooth and clear. There
is nothing that will SO thoroughly build mp the
constitution, purify and strengthen the whole
system. Sold and guaranteed by all druggists.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
Peoule .Rpert,,ehere

Confirm our statement when we say that
Acker's English Remedy is in eYery way super
ior to any and all other preparations for the
Throat and Lungs. In Whooping cough and
Group it i5 magic and relieves at once. We
offer you q sample bottle free. Remember,
his Remedy is sold on q positive guarantee.
The Asheville citizen. [volume] (Asheville, N.C.) 1885-1889, 1888-08-03
n Very Naughty Candidate.

We have received a letter from a
Marshall friend stating that Mr..
Charles F. McKesson the republi>
can candidate for Auditor, while
in Marshall a few days ago behaved
in manner and made remarks
which were very offensive to the
good citizens of that good town.
Among other things he said, or res
ported was that the meanest raids
cal negro of Burke was better than
the white democrats OF Madison
county" Our correspondent adds
"now whether the good white res
publicans of the State viii support
a man who thus attempts to place
the negro above the white people in
point Of morality and citizenship re-
mains to be SEEN" Mr.. McKesson
may make himself solid with his
tAbyssinian" cohorts by such CO.'S
duct and language but he greatly
mistakes the temper and integrity
ofgood white citizens, members OF
either party, if he thinks such will
not be resented by them.
But of such is the republican
party leaders. They will be sat
down upon heavily in November.