An unknown man, aged about 35 years, red hair, of medium size, was found in a field on the lands of Mr. MAYFIELD, about 9 miles north of this place, on last Friday morning, in a perfectly nude state. When discovered, the poor fellow was sleeping soundly; on being awaken, he seemed greatly surprised, and to questions asked him, gave no satisfaction whatever. At one time he said his name was Dedee, and at another that it was Edwards, and that he came from North Carolina. When asked as to how he lost his clothing, he stated that the militia met him on the road and took them from him. As it was clear the unfortunate was deranged, kind hands furnished him with clothing and had him provided for at the poor house, where he is at the present time.
The Bolivar bulletin. (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.), 02 Nov. 1867, Page 2. Chronicling America: Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress.
