April 13, 1871 Death in Texas---We learn that Dr. Maxwell, who recently moved to Texas from Abingdon, Va., died a few days ago near Austin. Miss Annie Yoakum, who has relatives and many friends in this community is also reported dead. The particulars of these deaths we have not learned. April 27, 1871 Death of an Old Soldier---Argile Blackstone, a soldier of the War of 1812, and for many years a citizen of this county, died and was buried near Hickory Grove, in the upper end of the county on the 18th inst. Aged 84 years. The family of Mr. A.J.W. Land left Tuesday evening, to join him in Mississippi. A Destructive Storm in Fork Creek Valley---Our friend J.H. Gaines, sends us the following account of the terrific storm which visited Fork Creek Valley on Wednesday night of last week. He says: Our County of Monroe was visited last Wednesday night the 19th inst., by the most terrific hurricane that has ever been known in this section of country, it was most violent and destructive on Fork Creek, blowing down many houses, barns, sheds, etc. The first building blown down was Mr. H.M. McCroskey's large hay shed which was completely ruined. From that point it swept down the valley in a north-east direction, leveling fences and timber. Every building on J.M. Burton's farm was blown down and almost everything in his house literally destroyed. He also, lost one fine cow and all his poultry. Strange to say himself and family escaped without any serious personal harm. Several houses were blown down on the lands belonging to the estate of John Simpson, deceased, doing a large amount of damage. Lewis Johnson, Esq., also sustained heavy damage, his dwelling house (which is of brick) had the gable blown in and the walls badly cracked and in addition his large fine orchard was entirely ruined. The Cumberland Church was leveled with the ground and many of the bricks blown for hundreds of yards. Mr. W.J. Fowler lost heavily, a large fine new shed built out of the very best material and with an eye to strength and durability and at a cost of at least six hundred dollars, was entirely destroyed, in addition, his barn, mill-houses and out-houses were greatly damaged. I should think it would take three hundred dollars to repair his damages. Mr. Robert Kittrell's barn was blown down and his young orchard destroyed. Beyond that point the violence of the storm somewhat abated, but extended with considerable severity as far up as Unitia, Loudon County, unroofing houses and doing considerable damage in other respects, beyond Unitia, I have not learned any particulars. To give an instance or two of the intensity of the storm, I will mention that Mr. Prater's house was blown entirely down and the fragments of a bureau were found afterwards in a mill pond nearly one mile from where his house stood, a mowing machine by the roadside was entirely demolished. Many thousands of dollars worth of property has been destroyed in this beautiful valley and it will take many years of toil to repair the losses. It really seems miraculous that no one was killed or even seriously injured. It has been truly gratifying to witness the commendable zeal that has been manifested by the citizens of the surrounding country in responding promptly to the wants of the sufferers, by erecting houses, repairing fences, etc. All who have witnessed the devastating results of the tornado in the Fork Creek Valley are forcibly reminded of man's utter insignificance and helplessness, and of his entire dependence upon the mercies of the Great God of the Universe, "Who holdeth the winds in the hollow of His hand;" and we are taught another lesson, that is, the importance of cultivating and nourishing sentiments of Christian love for one another, for no man knows at what moment how he may become in some measure dependent upon his fellow man. May 4, 1871 Obituary---Many hearts have grown sad, many eyes grown dim at the announcement that Miss Annie Yoakum has passed from earth. She died April 1st, 1871, at Springfield, Texas, whither she had recently gone to rejoin her family, after an absence of several years.. Seldom are we called to mourn a deathm which, to mortal kin, seems more untimely. In the bloom of life, endowed with a fine mind, attractive in person and manners, and better than all, an earnest, though timid, young Christian. She was most tenderly loved by many relatives and friends, and though our hearts are sorely grieved that she will walk with us no more on earth, we rejoice in the strong consolation that she now walks by "the beautiful river that flows by the Throne of God." ---L. "Leaves have their time to fall And wither at the north-winds breath, And stars to set; but all Thou hast all seasons for time, O Death!" Died---April 2nd, 1871, at the residence of his eldest daughter, in Bradley County, Tenn., in the 87th year of his age, Rev. James Chilcutt, of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The deceased was born in Guilford County, N.C., Aug. 15th, 1784, moved to Tennessee in 1830, was a minister for the space of about 45 years. At the river of death he said, "happy soul, thy days of trouble are ended." Then warred victoriously with its dark wave, leaving a community of friends and a large number of relatives to mourn. May 11, 1871 A Bold Robbery---The following letter from Mr. Wesley Fisher, will explain itself: C.B. Woodward: Dear Sir, While the family were at church (which is in sight) on last Sunday, my house was robbed of all the clothing belonging to myself and wife, together with some bed clothes and various other articles. I think the thief can be yet caught, by describing the clothes, the way he went, and his appearance. (As he was seen lurking around my house, also seen coming to and going from my house, by several reliable persons.) He took a pale blue janes coat, with a hole burned in the bottom of the right sleeve, no other pockets than one in the side, has been worn in a mill, consequently, it is filled with flour. He also took a black alpacca sack coat, also a large checked shawl, red, green, white and a little blue. He came from, and returned in the direction of Madisonville. We traced him to Fork Creek Valley, and found where he had abandoned some dirty clothing. He is about five feet, ten inches high, very fleshy, full faced, with a bad countenance, and about twenty years old. The neighbors offer twenty-five dollars reward for him. ---Yours, Wesley Fisher, Browder's Mill, May 9th, 1871. May 18, 1871 Mr. Isaac Hathaway, of Eatontown, and his twin-brother, Benjamin, have a singular history. Although twin-born, there were not born on the same day, nor in the same week, month, year or century. One was born in the last hour of the year 1799, on Saturday night, and the other was born in the first hour of the year 1800, on Sunday morning. May 25, 1871 Death on the Rail---William Sharp was killed on the Rogersville and Jeffersonville Railroad on the 16th inst., in attempting to get upon the train while in motion. He missed his aim and fell on the track, and the wheel of the car ran over both of his legs, mashing and mangling them in a horrible manner, from the effects of which he died in a few hours. Robbery at Mouse Creek---We learn that the houses of Drs. Scruggs and Hugh McReynolds were entered on Monday night last, at Mouse Creek, by a thief ot thieves who stole $20.00 from Dr. Scruggs and $56.00 from Dr. McReynolds. The perpetrators have not as yet been found out, but the people are on the watch for them. June 8, 1871 Shot---On last Friday morning Deputy United States Marshal Greer arrested John Wimberly, while in his field near Hopewell Springs, in this county, for illicit distilling. Wimberly wished to go to the house before leaving, which permission the Marshal granted, when he attempted to make his escape, whereupon the Marshal and a man named Coker commenced firing upon him. Several shots were fired, two balls taking effect in the right and left wrists, one lodging in the right hand and the other passing through the left forefinger. Dr. Hall extracted the ball from the right hand and dressed the wounds. He says that Wimberly will probably lose the right hand. Stabbing Affray---Mr. Ross Smith, a conductor of a freight train on the East Tennessee, Virginia and Georgia Railroad, was stabbed in the abdomen and head on Saturday last, by a man named Leonard, at Talbott's Station. Smith had put him off the train at that place for refusing to pay his fare. We are glad to learn that the stabbing will not prove serious. Another Murder in McMinn County---We learn that Birum Allen was shot and killed, near Athens, on Friday evening last. A correspondent of the Knoxville Chronicle says it was a shocking case of cold-blooded murder. Mr. Allen lived about four miles south of Athens. He had been in town during the day, and on his return home, in company with a Mr. Dorsey, was shot from his horse by someone in concealment. When shot he exclaimed, "The damned rascal has shot me," retained his position on his horse but a few moments and fell. Mr. Dorsey, having notified Esquire Kelley, who lives nearby, and left him with the dying man, hastened back to town to narrate the horrible affair and procure the service of physicians. Drs. May and Williams hastened to the spot but could do nothing. The ball had entered his back and came out of the left chest above the heart. He survived less than an hour, and in that time was unable to speak. Deputy Sheriff Howard was soon on the spot and held the inquest with a verdict in accordance with the above circumstances, and using diligence and energy as to the apprehension of him who could commit such a deed. Many persons from the town visited the spot and saw the murdered. Mr. Bolton, a student of the University, while looking upon the sickening spectacle of a man weltering in his own gore, fainted and fell, his head striking a fence rail and cutting quite a gash on his forehead. Mr. Allen, as a corpse, was removed to his home. Nothing as yet is known of the party who perpetrated the cowardly, cruel and outrageous act. As to the cause, many conjectures are heard, everyone though agreeing that it was from some personal feud. June 15, 1871 Another Old Soldier Gone---Samuel Edington, a soldier of the War of 1812, died at his residence on Batt Creek, in this county, on Tuesday of this week. He was a pensioner before the late war, but his name was stricken from the rolls because he sympathized with his native south. Our government should feel bad for such injust treatment of old soldiers who defended her flag against a foreign enemy. Deaths---Mrs. A.T. Hicks, the wife of our worthy County Court Clerk, died in Madisonville on the 12th inst. We deeply sympathize with the bereft husband and children. Mrs. Martha K. Morgan, relict of the late Maj. G.W. Morgan, died, after an illness of five months, at her residence, near Madisonville, Tenn., on the 7th inst. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church. She lost her husband during the late war, and was left with a large family of helpless children at his death. She did for them as but few mothers could do, left in her condition. She was an affectionate wife and a kind mother. She was always kind and good to the poor. You had but to know her to love her. Snake Bit---On Saturday last, James H. Davis, a youth fifteen years old, son of Lawson Davis, residing three miles north of Sweetwater, was bitten by a copperhead snake, and is now in a dangerous condition. Whisky was administered freely by his father, no physician being present. He may recover. June 29, 1871 A Frightful Accident---A melancholy accident occurred Thursday night at the house of Miss Lou King, on Cherry near 4th Street, resulting in the death of that most estimable lady. It appears that about 9 o'clock, Miss King was sitting at a small table in her parlor, dressed in an evening gown, and about preparing to retire. She arose from her seat for that purpose, and in doing so she noticed that her gown became entangled, in some way with the leg of the table. In her efforts to disengage her garment, she upset a lamp which was standing on the table. The top, or burner, was thrown off by the violent concussion, thus setting free the oil which at once set fire to the thin garment of Miss King, burning her all over the body in a most shocking manner. The screams of the sufferer at once attracted a large number of neighbors to her assistance, and Drs. Simms and Norris were summoned. Everything within the power of skill was done to save her life, but the shock was too terrible for hopes of recovery to be entertained. She never for a moment rallied, and death closed the terrible scene at 5 o'clock yesterday morning. ---Chattanooga Times, June 24. Found Dead---Thomas Wear, a citizen of the 16th civil district of this county, was found bushwhacked in the mountains near Tellico Irons Works, on Sabbath last. No clue as to who did the shooting. Rumor says, a man named Williams and him had a difference some days before, and suspicion rests on Williams. It is time that such killing should stop. The war closed some time ago, and civil law should settle all differences. But, if men feel themselves aggrieved, let them fight face to face. Mrs. Hunter and family from Georgia arrived last week, and have we hope become permanently located in our quiet little town. We cordially welcome such accessions to the wealth and position of our society. Died---Absalom Stephens, a good citizen of the 7th Civil District of this county, died on the 26th inst. He was one of our oldest and most worthy citizens. Tribute of Respect---At a called meeting of Tellico Lodge No. 80. F. & A.M., in Madisonville, Tenn., the following was adopted: Whereas, It has pleased Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call from time to eternity our worthy and beloved brother, George Milton Hicks, who departed this life on Wednesday, June 14, 1871; and, whereas, in his death our mystic circle has been broken, and the fraternity lost one of its most zealous members; therefore, be it Resolved, That we bow with humble submission to this dispensation of Divine Providence. Resolved, That we tender to his bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy in their irreparable loss, but sorrow not as those who have no hope beyond the grave, feeling confident that our loss is his eternal gain. Resolved, That as a mark of respect to the memory of our deceased brother, this Lodge will attend the funeral in a body, and inter his remains with Masonic ceremonies and wear the usual badge of mourning thirty days. Resolved, That a copy of the foregoing be presented to the family of our deceased brother, and that a copy thereof be sent to the Sweetwater Enterprise, with a request to publish. E.E. Griffith, W.N. Bicknell, A.A. Boyd, Committee. Died---We are grieved to have to announce this week the death of a most worthy Christian lady of our town. Mrs. Martha Hutchison departed this life on Thursday, the 22nd of June, 1871, aged 51 years, 11 months and 19 days. "Death rides on every passing breeze, And lurks in every flower; Each season has its own disease, Its peril every hour." The subject of this notice had been in bad health for over twenty years, and for several months previous to her death was sorely afflicted, which confined her to her bed, but through all her trials she bore her afflictions with Christian resignation. She was for many years an exemplary member of the Presbyterian Church. Rarely ever has it been the lot of the writer to witness a greater triumph of grace. Christ was her "all and in all," and by this grace, calmly and peacefully she fell asleep in Jesus---entered the valley and crossed over the river without a fear. Verily, her end was peace. "Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like His." Mourn not, then, loved ones as those who have no hope. Let her God be your God, and her home will be your home. The remains of the deceased were interred in the Sweetwater Cemetery, on Friday, the 23rd inst. She leaves a family of four children, a brother and sister, and many friends, to mourn after her. We deeply sympathize with the bereaved family. "Their hearts are sore, and filled with grief, While this burden they bear; But Jesus now doth bid them cast On Him their every care. O, weary ones, by grief bowed down, Still keep hearts warm and true; By this sweet truth--this precious truth, There's One who pities you. He loves you, too--and love so pure And true no mortal gives; He sends the Holy Comforter, When you in Him believe. God's way is best; and He is good, And just, and wise, and true; So mid your sorrows trust in Him, And He will comfort you." July 6, 1871 Funeral Sermon---On the first Sabbath in next month, Rev. J.B. Lee will preach the funeral sermon of Mrs. Womack, wife of Mr. L.A. Womack, in the Baptist Church, at this place. Gone---Our young friend, Charlie Owen, left here on Tuesday evening for Missouri, to look after his interest in that locality. Charlie is a noble, young man, and an honor to this community. He will one day make his mark, and we venture to predict that his name will be enrolled high up on the scroll of fame. We wish Charlie a pleasant trip, and hope he may succeed in any and all his undertakings through life. July 13, 1871 Gone West---His friends in this community and elsewhere in East Tennessee, will regret to learn that Mr. Sam B. Scott, has gone west, to remain until the first of September, when he will go to New York and enter business for the fall and winter season. Sam has our best wishes for a safe and pleasant journey. July 20, 1871 Hopelessly Insane---We regret to learn that Roaton Holloway, of the 10th civil district of this county, has become hopelessly insane, and is now confined in the county jail. He should be sent to the Asylum as soon as possible, that he may receive proper care and attention. Our county, being so near out of debt, should take steps to pay the debt we owe the Asylum. That institution has been very kind in waiting for the amount due it from this county. P.S. --Since the above was in type, we learn that Mr. Holloway has been carried to the State Asylum for the insane. A List of Veterans---Below is a list of the names of the few remaining old soldiers of the War of 1812-14, who defended the Stars and Stripes when our Government needed their services to fight against a foreign enemy, when our soil was invaded by the British hosts and nearly all the Indian tribes were up in arms against us with the scalping-knife and tomahawk, making war upon our defenseless frontier, killing women and children. Those whose names appear below, together with many others who sleep in death, went in defense of our rights, many of them only 14 to 17 years old. Every reader of our paper should feel proud of these names. The following are the surviving heroes of the War of 1812 now residing in this county: Charles Owen, Nicholas Vineyard, Jeremiah Pack, Peter McNutt, Alexander Rider, James McCurdy, Michael Girdner, John H. Shadden, James Montgomery, Amos Nicholson, F.H. Gregory, John Ricketts, John Cochran, A. Presswood, Joseph Boyd, Samuel Steel, Findly Orr, Robert Harden, Jacob Tribue. The following are the widows, residing in Monroe County, of soldiers of the same war: Mrs. Alexander Biggs, Mrs. Abel Rickets, Mrs. Benjamin D. Clift, Mrs. John Clanton. July 27, 1871 Allen Deathridge---We are glad to learn that this gentleman who was shot near Ten Mile, a few days ago by a man named Jackson, is improving and stands a chance to recover. Jackson made his escape and has not as yet been arrested. Sad Accident---Isaac McSpadden, a well-known citizen of this county, living near Madisonville, had his right hand so badly crushed in a thresher, on Tuesday last, as to require amputation at the wrist joint. The operation was nicely and skillfully performed by Dr. W.G. MacKenzie, of this place, and Dr. W.N. Bicknell, of Madisonville. The latest news from Mr. McSpadden is that he is doing well and in a fair way to recover. Another Soldier Gone---Richard C. Spears, the jailor of our county, we learn, died at Madisonville on Tuesday of last week. He served with honor during the war with Mexico, in Capt. P.B. Anderson's Company, 14th Regiment of U.S. Infantry. He also cast his lot, during the late war, with the Confederacy, and faithfully served his country in defense of Southern rights, during the struggle. August 3, 1871 Died---Thomas A. Henderson, a Justice of the Peace in the 14th Civil District of this county, was taken sick on Friday last and died on Monday morning. He was a worthy citizen, and one respected by all who knew him. A kind and affectionate husband and father. May he rest in peace. The First Pension---Thomas G. Boyd informs us that he has received a settlement in the Pension Claim (No. 1764) of James Dyer, survivor of the War of 1812. This is the first one heard of being settled in this part of the country. August 10, 1871 Arm Broken---We learn that a little daughter of Mr. Jefferson Eaken, living in the 14th civil district of this county, fell from a mule on Thursday last, and broke her arm so badly that amputation was necessary. Dr. John McKenzie, of Ball Play, performed the operation. August 17, 1871 Died---Mrs. Russell died at the residence of her father, George W. Mayo, near Madisonville, on Friday last. She was the sister of Mrs. G.W. Morgan, who died some three or four weeks ago. August 24, 1871 Died---Robert Bruce, youngest son of J.W. and C. Hightower, died Friday morning last, at 8 o'clock. Aged six years, four months and eighteen days. The remains were interred in the cemetery near Shady Grove, on Saturday. Died---On Sunday evening last, at five o'clock, Mary E., daughter of Hugh L. and Mary A. Fry, aged 3 years and 6 months. Hung---In Cleveland, about a week or ten days ago, a Negro boy eighteen years old, stabbed a young daughter of Mr. Medaris in the throat with a pocket knife. For the offense he was arrested and lodged in jail. On Saturday morning last, between the hours of twelve and one o'clock, he was taken from the jail by a a party of masked men, and hung to the limb of a tree in the outskirts of the town. August 31, 1871 Diptheria---We are sorry to learn that this fatal disease is still prevalent among the children in the upper end of this county, and several children have been attacked with it. Mr. Blanton has lost two very interesting children. September 7, 1871 Obituary---Died, at the White Cliff Springs, on the 21st instant, Jacob F. Peck, in the 79th year of his age. Deceased had for many years been greatly afflicted with breast complaint, and had visited the Springs to be near his family and friends, entertaining no hope of receiving benefit from the health-giving waters of that locality. The deceased was one among the first settlers on Tellico River, in Monroe County, where he resided for more than fifty years, beloved and respected by all his acquaintances. He was an affectionate husband and parent, a kind neighbor, and good citizen, and in all the relations of life was exemplary, dying as he had lived through a long life of usefulness, with a steadfast faith in the Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He professed his readiness to depart this life for that better world, "where the wicked cease from troubling and the weary are at rest." Deceased was a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church for a number of years. Two years ago he lost his estimable companion. He has now gone to join her and that innumerable host of angels and spirits of just men made perfect in the Kingdom of Heaven. ---G. September 14, 1871 Bring Along Your Cats---We will pay ten cents each for all the live cats brought to us by the 21st of this month. We have a contract to supply John Robinson's circus with as many as he wants. Will not receive less than ten at a time. They must be tied up in a sack, and the cats examined before paid for. Little boys, go to work, bring in the cats, and get money enough to pay your way into the show. Fatal Accident---We regret to learn that Polk Heiskell, a lad of about twelve years of age, met with a terrible accident at Sulphur Springs, Rhea County, on Saturday last. The boy was occupied in a cane mill; which was worked by a lever horse power, when his head was caught between the lever to which the horse was attached, and his skull broken. There was so little space between the lever and the cross beam, that when the child was caught the machine stopped. The child was alive on Monday, yet there are but little hopes of his recovery. Assault and Battery---Charles J. Womack was brought before Squire McNees, on Saturday last, charged with an assault and battery upon the person of Jackson Tyler, Negro, who received a cut in each arm from a knife in the hands of Womack. The witnesses being examined, it was found that there was no malice existing between the parties previous to the assault---both parties agreeing to fight, consequently Womack was fined $2.50 and costs of suit, which he paid and was released. September 21, 1871 Article about the town of Loudon, Tennessee, Page 2. Left---Our young friend E.J. McCroskey left here on Monday last for the far West. He will locate himself in Waverly, Texas. We wish him a safe and pleasant trip. Died---Pope Heiskell, who met with a terrible accident at Sulphur Springs, while occupied in a cane mill, died from the effect of his injuries about two o'clock Wednesday morning of last week. Stolen---Somebody entered the house occupied by some of Mr. J.W. Clark's carpenters, on Saturday night last, and stole a pair of pants, belonging to Mr. John Orr. The theft was committed while Mr. Orr was witnessing Prof. Wilber's performance. The thief is unknown. Keep your house locked, boys; then your valuables will be safe. Accidentally Shot---John Hammontree, of Morganton, Loudon County, was accidentally shot by his brother a few days ago, and died from the effects of the wound. Died---Robert Russell, our County Trustee, and one of our best citizens, died at his residence near Madisonville on Sunday last. He was enjoying good health all last week, transacting his official business, when late Saturday evening he was suddenly taken ill and died at the time stated above. He had discharged the responsible duties of his office in this county for about twenty years, and dealt honorably with his fellow man, before, during, and since the war. We regret exceedingly to have to chronicle the death of so good a citizen, and deeply sympathize with the bereaved family of the deceased. But alas for human hopes! The Reaper comes when least expected, and cherished objects are cut down with but little warning. May he rest in peace. September 28, 1871 Sad News---Our community was shocked yesterday morning at the announcement of the death of Hon. James A. Coffin, which occurred at 9 o'clock. He had been in feeble health for a long time, yet he had sufficiently recovered so as to be able to be about, when last Thursday he visited Madisonville, and contracted a severe cold, and on his return home took his bed and died at the time stated. His death will not only be felt by his family and immediate relatives, but by his many friends and acquaintances in the county and State. Peace to his ashes. Dots From Madisonville---Our community has been shocked by the sudden and unexpected death of Mr. Robert Russell, the County Trustee. He was in town in his usual health on Saturday evening the 16th inst., was perfectly well that night at 11 o'clock; by two o'clock Sunday morning he was violently ill, and that evening at three o'clock, he died. He was buried here on Monday evening; Rev. W.W. Morrison, officiating. A large number of people were in attendance. He was a good citizen, and a Christian gentleman; and his loss will be greatly felt, not only by his family and immediate relations, but by the whole community. He had often held positions of public trust and was an efficient, honest and reliable officer. He was over seventy years of age; was a native, I believe, of Washington County in this State, but had resided in Monroe for about forty years. "Peace to his ashes!" Willis Carroll was sent to the Penitentiary for stealing boots. October 5, 1871 Loudon Circuit Court---The Circuit Court of Loudon County was in session last week. Two persons were sent to the Penitentiary, for stealing horses, to serve ten and twelve years. One man from North Carolina, named Abbott, was tried for attempting to burn the Loudon Bridge; was proved to be insane, and sent to the Lunatic Asylum. Escaped---Mr. Thomas, who killed a Negro at Riceville, last week, and who also received from the hands of the Negro, a knife cut wound, made his escape last Saturday night. "While the guard slept," his friends "came and stole him away." Obituary---Died on the 30th July, at his home in the neighborhood of Tellico Plains, Anderson Henderson, Esq. Deceased was in the prime of life, and his sudden death was probably caused by over heart whilst engaging in threshing wheat in the excessive warm weather of July; causing congestion of the brain; which in a very short time, terminated his existence; depriving society of one of its brightest ornaments, his family of a kind and indulgent husband and father, and the county of one of its most upright and useful citizens. The vacuum which his death has occasioned, will not be readily filled. He has left a family and numerous friends to mourn his untimely death. ---G. Terrible Accident---A terrible accident occurred to the westward bound train on the E.T. Va. & Ga., Railroad on Monday evening last, while rounding a curve about a half a mile east of Sweetwater. The accident took place about 3:25 p.m., and at a point of the road where the beef cattle belonging to Mr. William Cleveland, cross it every morning and evening. The train run over two of the cattle which upset the engine, tender, baggage and express car, tearing up the track for some distance, and wrecking the engine and cars in a manner beyond description. Mr. D.A. Collins, the fireman, jumped from the engine, and before he could get out of the way, the tender upset, fell upon him, mangling him in a most horrible manner, killing him instantly. The engineer, Mr. Wiley Wright, miraculously escaped injury. The Express Messenger, Mr. Tibbs, was slightly injured. The scene of the disaster was terrible. The right side of Mr. Collins, from his hip down, crushed to pieces, his jaw bone broken and his body bruised almost all over. His body was taken from under the debris in about two hours from the time the accident occurred, was washed, dressed, placed in a box and brought here to the depot. The track was cleared at about 11 o'clock, allowing all the night trains to pass on time. The body of the deceased was conveyed to Knoxville, on the night train where lives his family, consisting of a wife, three small children and a sister who were solely dependent upon him for support. October 12, 1871 Article about the murder of Mrs. Sarah Hamblin of near Madison Station, Tenn. October 26, 1871 For Missouri---Mr. J.P. Chumlea, well known to the citizens of this place, will pass down the road today, with his family, enroute for Kansas City, Mo. We wish him a pleasant and safe journey. [Compiler's note: See also the two articles on the bottom right of page three of the Sweetwater Enterprise of November 16, 1871, that are headed by "Attachment Notice."] Killed---We regret to learn of the sudden death of one of our old Georgia friends, Mr. Henry Wooten, for many years a citizen of Dahlonega. Up to the time of his death he had been a resident of the city of Atlanta, where he had moved about a year and a half ago. Ten minutes before the sad occurrence took place, he was talking with his family, and rejoicing over the prospect of a visit to his former home with his son who was then attending the fair and visiting his father and friends, when he started to the fair grounds, a short distance from his residence, and in crossing the railroad, the train being near him, his foot caught under the rail, which caused him to fall, the engine running over him and crushing his head, arm and shoulder in a most horrible manner. This sad death occurred on Wednesday of last week. Mr. Wooten was about 70 years of age, and having known him since our childhood, it is with feelings of deepest regret that we announce his sudden death. At an early day he united with the Baptist Church at Dahlonega, Ga., and lived a true and devoted Christian up to his death. He leaves a large family and many friends to mourn his death. For the family, who are all members of the church, we have the deepest sympathy, yet they "mourn not as those who have no hope;" the spirit of the loving husband and father has "crossed over the river and rests under the shade of trees." Then weep not, loved ones, though you may never see his smiling face on earth, you have the blessed hope of meeting him around the throne of God in Heaven, there to dwell with Him forever and ever. November 2, 1871 Died---Mrs. Lillie White, daughter of George Mayo, died at Madisonville, on the 24th of October, 1871, aged 25 years. Dr. G.W. Henley, a much esteemed and highly respected citizen of this county, died on the 23rd of October and was buried with Masonic honors at Madisonville, on the 24th. Tribute of Respect---At a called meeting of Tellico Lodge, No. 80, F. & A.M., the following was unanimously adopted: Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God in His infinite wisdom, to call from life and labor among us, to a more congenial clime, where the weary are at rest, our brother, George W. Henley, who departed this life on Monday, the 23rd of Oct., 1871, and, Whereas, in his death, the mystic circle has again been broken, and the fraternity lost another of its members, therefore, be it Resolved, That we bow with humble submission to the dispensation of Divine Providence, and deeply sympathize with the bereaved family and friends of the deceased in the irreparable loss which they, as well as ourselves, have sustained. Resolved, That as a mark of respect, the fraternity will attend the funeral and inter the remains of our deceased Brother with Masonic honors, and that the members of this Lodge wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days. And Resolved, That these proceedings be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge; that a copy hereof, be tendered to the family of the deceased, and a copy be sent to the Sweetwater Enterprise for publication. --C.W. Hicks, Joseph Upton, S.H. Richards, Committee. E.E. Griffith, Secretary. November 16, 1871 Article about a shoot-out between John M. Anderson, Samuel Anderson and Will Sneed. November 23, 1871 A big letter written by J.P. Chumlea of his trip from Tennessee to Fort Scott, Kansas. Recovering---John M. Anderson, who was shot some time ago, at this place, by Will Sneed, has been removed to his home in McMinn County, and will finally recover, it is thought, from the wound received. Letter From Tommy Roberts---The many friends here and elsewhere will no doubt be pleased to hear of the whereabouts of T.J. Roberts, who left here some weeks ago, expecting to locate in Texas. Before reaching Chattanooga, he changed his notion, and was at the date of his letter in Arkansas, in a little town called Wittsburg, Cross County, where he expected to remain but a week or ten days. He stated in his letter that he had been sick ever since he left here, but was better at the time of writing. He sends his kindest regards to all his friends in Sweetwater. Says that Arkansas is not as healthy a country as he expected to find it, that he has been disappointed in many things since he left Sweetwater. We hope that Tommy may recover his health and prosper in his profession.