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Winchester, Tenn., September 23, 1858
We will only add at present that the University site is not the only attraction of this region. To the scientific man, the Sewnnee coal mines now opened at Tracy City, are well worth a visit. To the seekers of health and genial society, the Bersheba Springs, about 18 miles by stage from the terminus of the railroad, bid fair to become a favorite resort.
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The proprietor, Col. Armfield, a gentleman of fortune and liberality, has purchased a large tract of land in the neighborhood, and is taking great pains to make his establishment a place of reunion to the best society of the South, while banishing from it the temptations to extravagance which are usually the bane of such places. He is a steadfast and active friend of the University; and to his ready aid the Committee of Location are largely indebted for the means of becoming acquainted with the merits of the site now chosen. From the crowded state of the house ot Bersheba, we infer that his plans are likely to be duly appreciated at the South, and handsomely sustained. The place has sweet air, good water, fine scenery, and many other natural advantages to recommend it.
Beersheba Springs walking tour map here.
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