Workmen are now engage in cleaning out and repairing the well in the courthouse yard, so we can have good water, convenient and in abundance.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 14 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Last Sunday a most unfortunate affair transpired at Grand Junction in this county. A Mr. WOOD, who keeps a grocery and drinking saloon a the Junction became involved with a difficulty with his bar keeper and in course of the difficulty drew a pistol. WOOD‘s wife, being present, interfered and caught hold of the weapon. In the scuffle, it was discharged, the ball first passing through her husband’s hand and then into and entirely through her own heart. The remains of the unfortunate lady was taken to Memphis for interment.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 14 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
The body of Elisha MORGAN who drowned in the Hatchie River last Wednesday week, rose to the surface. Coroner GROVE, as soon as notified went to the spot and after dragging the body ashore empaneled a jury and held an inquest over the unfortunate man’s remains. Verdict – accidently drowned. The body was taken in charge by the mourning relatives.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 14 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
In a few weeks the first volume of The Bolivar Bulletin will be brought to a close. On the 17th of August next the second volume will begin and we hope under more favorable circumstances than those which surrounded us when we first began the publication of our little journal. Then we were strangers in a strange time and comparatively are so still. Yet, we know that our feeble efforts have not fallen to the ground and if the good people of Hardeman County will still lend us their aid and encouragement, we may build a little tower of strength yet. Few county newspapers have met with the success that the Bulletin has in so short a time, and certainly none should be more appreciative. Through the kindness extended and our efforts comes our sole support. We will not fag or falter in the discharge of our duty, but under any and all circumstances, do the best we can. Due to liberality of a generous and intelligent people to forgive our short comings, if any there should be, we are able to move forward. It is desirable that we commence the 2nd volume with a largely increased subscription list. Several of our friends in different sections of the country have kindly volunteered to organize clubs for the Bulletin. We ask the people to subscribe feeling confident that ample reward will be given. Single subscription – $4.00 per annum. In terms of ten or more $3.00 per annum each with payment in advance. Every man in the county should take the paper. The course of the Bulletin will be the same as before – independent in all things, neutral in nothing.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 14 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
We call attention of the proper officers to the fact that the bridge used to span Spring Creek on the Purdy Road, a short distance from town is down and that fallen timbers are being borne down stream by the waters of the creek. It seems to us that it is high time some steps were being take to rebuild the bridge, for the people who reside east of town, and who travel the Purdy road, are forced to go at least two miles and a half out of their way crossing either at Macon’s Mill or at Mrs. Ramsey’s bridge. The man trap that fell was a miserable affair, and deserved the fate it met, yet our worthy country cousins should not be made to suffer for the faults of others. The bridge is down, when will it be built?
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 21 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Mr. W. W. MCCARLEY, the efficient Sheriff of our country, has our thanks for his kindness in behalf of the Bulletin. A few more such workers as Mr. MCCARLEY and the Bulletin would soon reach every fireside in the Western District.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 28 July 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
We understand that a couple of our young gallants came very near having a duel yesterday. The challenge had passed and an acceptance returned, when one of our keen scented officers got wind of the affair and put a stop to further proceedings by having the parties bound over to keep the peace.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 30 June 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
The closing exercises of the Bolivar Male Academy, which took place last Tuesday and Wednesday, passed off credibly to all concerned. On Thursday following, the young folks engaged themselves at a grand picnic at Dunlap Springs.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 30 June 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Yesterday, one week ago, the little town of Whiteville, which lies west of this place, was the scene of a pleasant gathering of the goodly people who inhabit that portion of our county. The occasion was the closing exercises of the male and female school located there on which Mr. W. E. PRICE and Mr. G. W. Hardin have presided so satisfactorily. When we arrived, we found the building densely filled with ladies and gentlemen, many of them are citizens of our town. The scholars acquitted themselves handsomely. The music was excellent. Miss Lucy WILKERSON and the Harmonic Society of Bolivar were there.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 23 June 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
Mr. J. B. RUFFIN, formerly deputy sheriff, has been appointed and commissioned as registration officer for Hardeman County.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 23 June 1866, Page 3. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
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