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Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
BEHIND BARS.
JEFF. Meriwether Arrested for
Murder.
He Has Been Talking More Than He
Should and Finds Himself in Pref
ty Bad scrape.

A warrant was issued this morning
by Squire Bailey for the arrest of
JEFF. Meriwether, colored, charging
him with being party to the murder
of Senseney, near New Providence
about IA years ago. The warrant
was sworn out by B. S. Page, a car
penter in the employ of Coulter &
Ledbetter.
The causes leading to this warrant
can be detailed in few words. JEFF.
Meriwether lived in New Providence
at the time Senseney disappeared. In
conversation recently he said to
three reputable parties that he knew
all about the murder of Senseney. He
said that the man was murdered for
his money, and that his body was
thrown into an old well in the back
of livery stable in New Provi-
dence. He further stated that the
men made him swap clothing with
the dead man, and that Senseney was
buried in his (Meriwether's) clothes.
This he claimed was done for the
purpose of keeping the body in after
years from being identified by the
clothing. This old well, it will be
remembered, was filled up soon after
the disappearance of Senseney and
was, about year ago, partially
cleaned out on the strength of such
rumors as are now thick. This search
for the body was never satisfactory to
Mr.. Senseney's friends.
Whether there is anything like
truth in the statements of the negro,
the LEAF. CHRONICLE does not pro-
pose to say. There is one thing Ger
tain, though, JEFF. Meriwether is now
in Jail charged with murder, and
more arrests will follow. Meriweth-
er denies now that he ever knew
anything about the affair, but that
Henry Caudle, a negro living in
Hopkinsville does know something
about it. The officers of the law
have the matter in hand and will
unravel the mystery if possible.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
OFF For the Races.

JEFF. ID. Herndon@ left this morning
for New Orleans, where he will con.
tend for several prizes in the races at
the fifth division League of Ameri.
can Wheelmen's meet on the Goth
and Dist inst. He is entered in the
one, two and five-mile-races, and his
friends, knowing his speed and stay
ing qualities, will be much surprised
If he does not bring home one or
more medals. 1t is more than prob
able that several parties from mere
will go down later ON to attend the
meet. Mr.. Herndon goes early to
look over the field and get "the lay
of the land" so to speak.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
THE CITY BOARD
Fixes The Rate of Taxation-A Light on
Commerce Street.

The Board of Mayor and Alder
men held meeting yesterday even
ing for the purpose of finally settling
the rate of taxation. The question
up was the proposition to relieve the
merchants of the special privilege
tax, which was generally discussed.
1t was argued that this was double
tax on merchants amounting to a
license for the privilege of doing bus.
mess, after paying the same ad va
loren tax as is paid by others and
was unjust. 1t amounts in the ag-
gregate to about 500, half of which
goes to public schools, and this loss
to the city treasury was over-bal.
anceP by the increase in the value Of
property, which brings an increase Of
81, 800 more this year than last. At
torney West read the law on the sub
ject and thought the Board had the
right to remove this tax, but the Su.
preme court advised that it was safe
to follow the example of the State.
Wake and acknowledged against
the proposition; they thought the
city would need the money and did
not like to depart from the precedent.
The privilege was reduced to %
cents ON the 800 and a division
called on the question and tie vote
resulted as follows: For the remov-
al of the tax-Smith, Hurst, Young,
Crouch. Against the release: Beau
mont, Beach, Gilbert and Wake.
Mayor Lyon gave the deciding
vote, no, and the proposition was de-
feated, and the rate of taxation fixed
the same as last year.
Mr.. Gilbert moved to have pipe
put in at the foot of Franklin street
to convey the water under ground
across Front street to stop a washout,
and some other minor street repairs,
which motions carried.
A petition to have the electric light
replaced ON Commerce street between
Seventh and the depot was granted
This petition was gotten up by Har
per, III. N. Leech's four-year old son
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Michel's Ice Cream Parlor.

August Michel has opened nice ice
cream parlor in his new business house
ON Second street and invites the pub
lie to give him call. The parlOr is
fitted up in good style, with nice car
pet, chairs and tables for the comfort
of those who call on him. People
may rest assured that they will be
well treated in this house. He will
henceforth make speciality of filling
orders for picnics and festivals, with all
kinds of foreign goods. Any such or
ders intrusted will have prompt atten-
ton and will be delivered in good or
der. Ladies wishing a nice saucer of
ice cream will find this a pleasant
place to procure it. Every attention
possible will be given them, and an
inspection of this parlor is very much
desired by the owner.
june4, 1w,d
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Beach-Byers.

Ed. Beach and Miss Alice Byers,
daughter of G. N. Byers, were mar
ried at the Episcopal church last
night at 8 o'clock. DR.. Pettis officia-
ting. J. S. Perkins acted the role OF
best man. The attendants were as
follows:
Hart Caldwell, Miss Blanche
O'Brien; B. F. McKeage, JF., Miss
Fannie Williams; Ross Faxon, Miss
Birdie Willis; Harry Ware, Miss
Maggie Settle Richard Courts, Miss
Susie Daniel. Ushers-J. T.. Elder,
w. M. Pettis, Matt and Joe Dunlop.
The party was given a reception at
the residence of the brides father,
after which the newly welded pair
drove to the residence of Jno. f.
Couts where they have secured
rooms,
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
A SHOCKING ACCIDENT.
Willie Neblett Has His Head Crushed
By Dump-Cart.

Greenwood Cemetery was the
scene of fatal accident last evening
about 5 O'Clock. Willie Neblett, a
15-year-old son of Hatcher Neblett,
superintendent of the. cemetery, was
instantly killed. The facts are as
follows: Wesley Mcclure, colored,
was employed about the cemetery,
and was ordered to take the cart and
horse and go to the woods, south of
the cemetery, and cut three fencing
posts and bring them.to the cemetery.
Willie Neblett and two smaller
brothers accompanied the cart to the
woods. The posts were cut and put
on the cart, which started on the re-
turn trip, the deceased sitting on it.
Starting up little rise the horse
baked and overturned the cart.
The wheel of the vehicle caught the
boys head between it and a walnut
tree, crushing the skull, producing
instant death. Wesley Mcclure
picked the child up in his arms and
carried him to the cemetery resi-
dence. The child never even
breathed after the cart struck him.
He was a bright, manly little fell
low, and was much admired by all
who came in contact with him.
Coroner Station held the inquest,
the jury returning verdict in ac-
cord with the above facts.
Mr.. Neblett was at the time of the
accident on the south side and was
advised of the death as soon as posi-
BILE. The grief-stricken parents,
brothers and sisters have the sympa-
thy of the entire community in their
bereavement. The interment takes
place this evening at o'clock.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Great Land Sale /!
At the time specified below / will
offer for sale the following
Valuable : Property
at AUCTION:

One house and lot Kellogg street; lot 80 by 15O
eet deep Frame house and onehaf stories hgh containing
five
Two lots Marion street. of which corner lot AZ f.
n front by 10 feet deep the other so it, front by ITO
parcel of ground known the old Female Academy prop
erty be divided into lots and sold separately whole
This property is situated on Union street.
Three houses and lots Elder Smith & Turon's
addition to the city of GAINESVILLE each front by $50 f. deep
with double room houses in good repair.
One house and lot in Smith addition same street
Lot 81 it. front by $50 it. Deep house in good
condition.
Also three and onea OF and known the Thos W.
Daren tract opposite the site OF the Bending Works Will be
sold in lots and as a whole.
Vacant lot Franklin street. the corporation line con-
tanning four be divided and sold gen.
aatey and whole. This parcel extends from Franklin
to Main street adjoining the colored school building
Three vacant lots First street. opposite the Awe block
and in the of Ptman Eys building the corner of First
and Franklin Streets l0x54 it. each sold separately as whole
Two lots Marion street 5ox17o feet both
lots having them
and brick basement containing
frame building of two with hall basement These houses
repair and ready for CITY Property
will be sold - NofS'''
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

jury, said DR.. Palmer. The judges
could not decide between two of the
young men. and could find but one
way out of the dilemma; the happy
thought led them to go down in their
pockets and buy another medal,
giving two precisely alike. The
lucky orators were ]. M. Mecklin
and G. M. Shaw. DR.. Palmer in
delivering the medals complimented
their oratOrY very highly.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
A Runaway.

Monday evening as Scott Ham.
mond, A. b. higgins and Mr.. Mas.
sic, from the Third district, were go
ing home from the city in wagon
their team became frightened near
Mr.. Monroe's flower garden on Sec
Ond street and ran away. The team
ran nearly to the toll gate, upsetting
the wagon and bruising up Squire
Hammond and Mr.. higgins consid-
erably. The wagon bed was demol-
ished,
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

f. A. Wilgus and S. A. Terrence,
from Logan county, are in the city
for the purpose of introducing the
Balance Churn, claimed to be a supe-
rior invention. They have certifl-
Gates with them of the merits of the
Churn from well-known citizens OF
Logan and Montgomery counties.
They propose to introduce this
Churn into the county and will
make Clarksville their headquarters.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

POPULAR PRICES TO CONTINUE.
DIR. Maxwell, of the GAINESVILLE
Dental Parlors, has consented to ex-
tend the time of his present prices al
the GAINESVILLE Dental Parlors for the
benefit of those who have not had an
opportunity of taking advantage OF
the low-priee season, so that all may
have first-class work done at living
prices. OF the more than 800 patrons
of the Dental Parlors, none to Oul
knowledge but speak in the highest
terms of DIR. Maxwell. At present
the prices continue to be: full set OF
teeth on best rubber plate, $500; gold
Filings, $l.00 and upwards; teeth ex-
tracted painlessly, 50 cents.
DIR. MARKWELL,
Apr %, d swift. Proprietor.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Ball at The Exchange.

The college boys will give ball at
the Tobacco Exchange this evening
in honor of the young ladies who are
in attendance on the commencement
exercises. The affair promises to be
brilliant one.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

A box of Ayers Pills has saved
many fit of sickness. When rem
edy does not happen to be in reach,
people are liable to neglect slight all
ments and, of course, if serious i'll
ness follows they have to suffer the
consequences. "a stitch in time
saves nine,D
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Change of Date.

Owing to the tobacco sales being
held on Thursday, Col. House has
thought it best to change the date of
the sale of his residence from Thurs
day, the 10th, to Friday, the Goth
inst
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
ANNUAL ADDRESSES.
Splendid Speeches at the Uni
versitv Last Night.
Program For To- Day-Awarding Medals,
Delivering orations-The Winding
up Of Commencement.

The addresses last night at Stewart
Hall we've good, and were heard by a
large crowd. Rev. w. E. Cave, of
Paducah, was the first speaker. His
address was delivered to the literary
societies of the University. His sub
ject boiled down was the building of
an ideal man. By the way of intro
duction he remarked that he had
been thrown with young men great
deal, and that he had studied them,
and had studied with them, and his
convictions were that the hard work
ers were the ones who succeeded.
He assumed the position that while
circumstances had much to do with
a man, he, to a great extent, was the
architect of his own fortune.
In all architectural buildings, the
speaker said, the first item to be
taken into consideration is the plan.
A man must, to start with, have a
pure plan, and if he is pure himself
his plan will be pure. 1t is an error
that death ends all. There is life
beyond, and a person must plan for
that life. He must build in accord
with perfect manhood. He must
also aim high, and must have
his future mapped out in his mind.
A painter always has his picture in
his mind before he puts his brush
and paint on canvass. Perfect, ideal
manhood is the thing, and young
man must make his plans, and work
to that end. The speaker made a
happy impression upon the audi
ence. He is fine speaker and a
profound thinker.
The Alumni Grafton by Chas. S.
Ivie, OF Shelbyville, was next on the
program. Mr.. Ivie spoke against
promiscuous importation of foreign
people into the United States. That
a large foreign immigration into the
United States was fixed fact the
speaker admitted. He also assumed
that this Was dangerous tothe govern
ment. 1t was also dangerous to the
constitution. He began with the
history of the people of the United
States at the time the constitution
was made, and showed that law pro-
hibiting foreign immigration was
useless at that time, from the very
fact that only the cream of English
people came to this country then.
Now the tide was changed and the
refuse of every nation is being dump
ed into the United States at rate
that is alarming. He reviewed va
rious strikes, murders and pestilen-
cies that he traced directly to the i'm
pOrtation of foreigners. He covered
the subject we'll and made fine i'm
preston upon all who heard him.
He is an eloquent, forcible speaker,
and withal has been close student.
After the speeches the medal in the
literary society contest of Monday
night was awarded l.. G. Hames by
DIR. Nourse.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Win Remain in GAINESVILLE This Sum.
mer.

40 4s0AAnAA AA NAuA AhNAAAS Ills gu
mer.
DIR. ]. M. Beaver, of Chattanooga will
treat Chronic ulcers, Tumors, Wen's
Piles and Female troubles. No knife,
no blood. He buys his line of medi-
cines from first hands i'm Philadelphia
he compounds and labels them in his
office without the cost OF prescriptions,
saving patients that expense and
treats Rheumatism, Serofula, Heart
trouble, Nervous system, Indigestion,
Constipation, Neuralgia, Catarrh,
Blood troubles, Aches and Pains.
Teeth extracted without poison or
pain for so cts. Consultations free.
Don't miss this opportunity. Delays
are dangerous Come at once. Office
at dwelling west Of Jas. p. ellis live
ry stable, Main street, GAINESVILLE,
Tenn. Doors open day and night TO
the suffering. Poor as well treated as
the rich.
DR.. j. NJ. BEAVER.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

"For long time | had no appe-
lite, was restless at night. and very
much debilitated. After taking two
bottles of Ayers Sarsaparilla, my
strength and appetite returned, and
my health was completely restored. "
ID. M. Fisher, OswegO, n. y.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

McGehee Bros. are the sole agents
here for this we'll known brand of fer
tilizer. Send them your orders.
Apr3d-tf.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
For Sale.

A graded Alderny mich COW, four
years old, with young calf. Has good
bag, medium teat is very gentle and
easily MIXED has good flow of milk
extra yield of butter. Apply to Ad.
ans, of Adams & Neblett.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Norman Neblett, and Miss Emma
Neblett who has been attending
the Female Academy here, left this
morning for the young lady's home
at Dyersburg.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

The Cumberland church mite meet
ing at the residence of Mrs. Swift, in
South GAINESVILLE, last night was de-
scribed as very interesting affair.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

The Ice Go. has an experienced bot
tier this year and can furnish you the
best Pop ever sold on this market.
mY2.2m d.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Il. A. Neblett, of Galveston, Tex,
is visiting Mrs. McReynold's family
on Commerce street.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

J. Il. Young, editor of the Prince
ton Banner, one OF the LEAF-CHRoN-
IcLE's valued exchanges, is in the
city.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

The Ice Co. have Mr.. Mac Leigh at
the head of their Bottling Works this
season, and therefore can guarantee
their Pop to be the best. my2-2m, d.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

J. B. Frierson, of Shelbyville, q
graduate of the S. w. p. U. arrived
in the city last night.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

s. d. Henry, of Nashville, is in
the city.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Mrs. Jno. Bowling left yesterday
for Eldorado Springs, Tenn.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Squire Caldwell, who has been
sick for several days, is reported bet.
ter to-day.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Miss Kate Jackson, of Ashland
City, is visiting Miss Mamie Wyatt,
at New Providence.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Mrs. w. G. Campbell and her twin
sons, of TT. Smith, Ark, are the
guests of Mrs. Sarah e. Campbell.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Barber Shop

Between Franklin and Commerce, South
from Crusman's corner. Winston Polk is
proprietor, and is capable barber He re-
specially invites patronage. Shaving, 10
cents hair cutting Csc bath, 25c, or for 81.
He guarantees satisfaction. Call and see him.
May l4,3m,d
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Next Best,

A lot on Greenwood avenue, con.
tanning about A. acres for sale, enclosed
but unimproved. PITMAN & ELY.
iune7 diff
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

E. V. Harrison and wife will leave
tomorrow morning for COvington.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

A grade Alderny COW for sale by
Jon Adams.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

James Il. Kennedy is at Tate
Springs, Tenn.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
COMMENCEMENT DAY.

|
tended by large and appreciativf
audience and passed off splendidly
The crowded demand upon our col
umns forbids the necessary space to
do the young men and the occasion
full justice to-day.
The exercises were opened with
prayer by DIR. Lupton, and good mu'
sic was interspersed in the proceed
ings.
The delivery of school and depart.
ment diplomas consumed considera'
BILE time as there was an unusually
large number of winners of hOnOrs.
The degree orators were r. FL.
Latham, Il. u. Sisson and N. Smy-
lie, the last named being the vale
dictorian. Mr.. Latham chose for his
subject Reverence" and handled
it in a mastery way.
Reverence was the mingling of love
and fear and its perfection is heaven.
II embodies all that is noble and
good.
Mr.. Sisson's subject was "ques-
lions of the hour" 1t was one con-
tinued flow of statesman-like elo-
quence dealing with the abomina-
tions of the tariff tax, class legisla-
ton, the inequalities of the burdens
of government. The force of the
money power in depressing the
masses of the people, etc.
The young orator, for he is an orator,
was frequently interrupted by out
bursts of applause.
Mr.. Smylie, the valedictorian,
spoke of "The conditions of true
and enduring growth" 1t was out
of the ordinary line and nothing tire
some, but was forceful, logical and
abounded with passionate sentiment.
1t was delivered in an easy, graceful
manner and aroused much applause.
TIL AWARD OF MEDALS
BY DIR. DIR. Palmer, who can do such
a thing most entertainingly, sat the
boys wild with cheering as the name
of each winner was called out.
The "Mack Biblical Medal was
awarded to Il. j. Steele. The contest
was so close between him and j. ID.
the latter was thought
worthy of such an honor and sec
ond medal was presented to him by
Mrs. Bryce Stewart.
For the Owen chemistry medal
two were thought worthy by the
Judges, and medals were awarded to
]. s. Foster and w. L. Caldwell.
The Spencer Greek medal was
awarded to J. NJ. Mecklin.
For the speakers medal in the
contest yesterday, there was hung
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Assignee's Notice.

Persons having claims against Mrs. /. w
Harris will file them with me for pay.
ment, and persons indebted to her will make
payment to me. SEARS MAJOR,
je3-tf. Assignee.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Smoke Diamond Joe-all Havana
long filler. McGehee Bros, sole
agents. Ind.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

The Ice Co. is making better Soda
Pop this season than ever before. Try
it. my2-2m,d,
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Metcalf Fertilizer.

A new cigar in town, Diamond Joe
sold only by McGehee bros. Ind.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Diamond Joe," a 10 C. cigar in
quality, 5 C. cigar in price. Sold by
McGehee Bros, Ind.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

If you want nice, exhilerating bev-
erage buy case of Pop from the Ice
Go. my2-2m,d.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

Louisville q Nashville Railroad.
Trains leave GAINESVILLE as follows:
SOUTH:
M0lUl, FhBb NAL, b:10 p. II
NO.lO3, Fast Express, daily. ........ 7:18 A. N
NORTH:
Nol02 Fast Express, daily.............. 1854 P. N
NO.iO4' DID A,
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11
Evening Tobacco l'sI-Chraaisl''
10 CENTS PER WEEK.

"WEDNESDAY EVENING, JUNE IL.
Daily tobacco leaf-chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1890-1895, 1890-06-11

DR.. j. NJ. BEAVER.