We learn from good authority that Dr. William THOMPSON and James HOLMES, residents of McNairy, and who live just beyond the Hardeman line, have been notified by some persons unknown to leave for a safer locality. As the gentlemen belong to the conservative side, it is presumed that political enemies gave the warning note. Fearing that violence might be done, should they remain at their homes, they have left the county. What a sad comment upon the evil times that surround us! And all this is done for the sake of pure Union principles! True indeed, it is, that we are but approaching the day when freedom of speech, unless a great reform is brought about, will not be tolerated. Why is it that men will continually fan the flame of passion that burst forth so furiously during a long and bloody war? Is it not far better that the past should be forgotten, and instead of harsh terms use kindness and forbearance? What is to be gained by acts of lawlessness on the vengeance of remorseless mob law? Are men to be driven from their homes on account of political differences! Truly a sad picture is before this people.

The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 15 June 1867, Page 2. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.