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Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

A CHEAP FARM for sale, lying with
"A in three miles Of Constantine, on the main
roid running from Whits Pigeon to Prlirie Rond
containing two hundred acres, bounded on the
west by the st. Joseph river, on the east by the
main road rising of forty fenced and titled
plenty of good timber and water, comfortable
house. For further plrtsculars enqnire Of the
subscriber on the premises, or of VIM. Loom
is at Niles. VIM. w. LOOMS.
Constantine, Sept. 81 IL If
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

nEWAIeE! BEvVARE!!!-Row
E1ands Tonic Mixture for the cure of Fever
and Ague. The public ars cautioned ag inst
new counterfeit, of the abov, valuable m ,dicinc,
that is now sold throughout the Territory. Tho
genuine article is closely initiated even to the sig
nature of ]. Rowand. Ifthc public would not B.,
imposed upon, let them purchase only of those
who can satisfy them, that their supplies are OBJ
tanned through CHAPLIN & OWEN
General Agents for the Territory.
Detroit, June 30. lyl
The Tonic Mixture is sold by the doz- N, at
New York and Philldelphil prices
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

SNA CHESTS Young Hyson Tea; 10
~VBags Coffse; 1000 lbs. Goldfish for sale
by the box, bag, or hundred; Also, good assort-
mcnt of Dry Goods, Crockery and Glass war;, by
JAMES MKNIGHT.
Sunset st. Toledo Ohio, July 81 4tf
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
RIB ATTERsON. GARDNER AND

ID MATHER, Import and sell, CHINA,
CLASS, AND EARTHEN-WARE, at the
lowest New-York prices, adding only the lowest
rate of carriage) at the sign of the Large Pitch
err, No. liz Jefferson Avenue, Detroit.
The above firm being branch of an extensive
house at Buff:lo, N. Y. well know through the
western country,) under the firm of Gardner g.
Patterson, are determined TO sell epery article in
their line as iow and on as accommod dating
terms as any house in the United States.
The subscribers from their acquaintance with
the various pottsrics in England, have boon able
(by personal attcntion) to mike such selections,
as will warrant them in asserting that their ware,
in point of quality and elegance is not inferior to
any imported. p. G. & M.
p. G.. a.. M. have connected with their e.
Enlistment, an extensive LOOKING lass
FACTORY, which enables them to sell that ar
ticle lower than the same can be bought in New
York city. The subscribers will keep constant
ly on hand heavy stock of CHINA, GLASS, AND
EARTnEN-wARE, AND LOOKING GLASSES, and are
now receiving by arrivals at New York a very
hclvy assortment of Ware for the Spring Trade
comprising almost every article in their line of
the newest style and p !tt,rns, which merchants
ION their way TO New York; and others are invi-
ted to Ill and examine, ut No. liz, Sign of the
urge pitcher, ID ,troit.
PATTERSON, GARDNER g. MATHER.
D,troit, june 90, 1886. Iyl
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
vEyWENTY FIVE DOLLARS RE-

FENN EN.A'H EEv "a OOLhsAh6S H6 ES-
IA WARD.-LEFT THE SUBSCRIBER,
on the 9th September, young man Ivy the name
of JOHN OSBORN, about 5 feet inches in
height, round featured, light complexion, light
hair, blue eyes, and nearly 81 years of age, hav-
ing with him small span of BAY MARES, 8
or years old--one has a small burst on the left
side and badly corked on one fore foot, and is bid
to clean; the other is half hipped on the left side
and has very light name and tail; Also one
Wagon with wooden exes, all painted red but
the box, that is green, has thick elects on the in
side that the springs lay in and is held together
with iron rods, and has been in use three years |;
also half tug harness with chains on the end.
The above reward will be paid on the delivery
Of said property and man or for correct informa-
ton where they may be found, or reasonable
sum for any part thereof.
SANFORD HAUSE.
Macon, Lenawoe co.. Ridg ;wfy 20.
Mich. Oct. % 1886 2w*
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

TRAYED from Sturges Prairie, on the
- 22d ult, pair Of white twin Oxen, having
black ears and some spots about their necks and
legs; five years old, of middling size, not large,
and handsome horns much alike in appearance
every way. Whoever will take them up and re-
turn them to Raymonds' tavern, or give infor-
nation where they may be found, shall be rea-
sonably rewarded, besides having the thanks Of
the owner. HARVEY PARTRIDGE.
Sherman, Nov. /, 1886. 3wl6
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

STRAYED from the subscriber, living in
~ this villlgo, on the 18th ult. Two COWS :
One, brindle, white face, with pi,ce of the LEFT
horn broken of, common size, and about nine
years old-,hc others light red star in the fors.
head, and seven ysars old Whoever will give in
formation where said Strays may be found or de
liver them to tho subscriber at this place, shall be
amply rewarded for their trouble.
SAMUEL SCRIBNER.
Constantine, Oct. 5, 1886. '3w.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

Nj W FIKM.-The subscriber h, asso-
~ ciatcd with him, in the wholesal, and ret Ill
grocery business, l.. nj. Bull. The business will
be conducted under the firm of G.. NJ. g. l.. NJ.
Bull, at the old st md of C. M. Bull, No. 62 JEFF
T rson Avenue, first door below the Farmors and
NJ ,chancs' bank. c. NJ. BULL.
Detroit, Juno 90, 1886.
All persons indebted to C.. NJ. Bull are rcques.
ted to make immedilte payment. G. M. b.
EUST RECEIVED and for sale cheap,
- 30 gills. Dutch Linseed Oil. At the old
stand of House e. Co.
ADAMS e. APPLETON.
Oct To-
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

ESTRAY.-Strayed from the subscribers,
IL on the 18th Of August last % head Of steers
and oxen all m irked on the rump with tar, and
part of them branded with w. L. or II.
Whoever will deliver the same TO E. S,ndborn
at White Pig con, or give information where the
SIM, my be found will be liborllly r,warded.
Const intno, Sept 81 IL LADD & co.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

1.-TWO second hand SADDLES and BRI.
Il DIES fo- sale cheap by the subscribers.
ADAMS & APPLETON.
Co stantin,, Nov. 2
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

" and for sal,by A. f. MASSEY.
Constantine, Oct. &c. yT
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

NOTICE is hereby given, that application
IN will be made to the next Legislature Of
Michigan, for charter TO a company authori.
zing the construction ola Ril-Ro,d, from Ts-
cumsoh and Adrian, to unite at suitable point
westward; thence through the southern counties
Of Michigan to Now-Bufllo, with branch di.
verging at a suitable point running to the north
line of Indiana, in the direction of Michigan
City. White Pigeon, Aug. "a, 1886.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

~ G. BRISTOL, 2O7 MAIN.srREEr-
" Has just received a heavsy and complete
stock of Drugs, Medicines, Perfamery, French
fancy goods, &c. &c. which will be sold for cash
on small advances.
Buff.Io, June, 1886.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
M lew ANIMALS FOR Is36.--Rocsi

NEW ANIMALS FOR l836.--Receiv.
IN ed at BUFFERS, No. 159 Main st.
The Boston Token and Atlantic Souvenir, for
1886, embcllishcd with IL splendid engravings.
The Gift for 1886, edited by Miss Leslie.
The American Juvenile Keepsake, edited by
Mrs. Holland, for 1886.
For sale at low prices, by
Il. 81 M. BUTLER.
Buff,lo June 1886.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
Buff.lo, June, 1886.

Ii looks, just received at the BUFFALO BooA.
ii , Store, 203 Main street, few doors north OF
Farmers Hotsl--
Capt. Marryat's Works complete in 2 vols.
The life and times of Rienzi,
Histoy of Greece, including the History of
Literature, Philosophy and the Fine
Arts, by John ellis,
The beauties of Irving,
Marcus Aurelius, by Mrs. Sigourney,
Miss Sedgwick's Stitches,
History ofScotland, by Sir Walter Scott,
Andrus' Shakespeare, in 2 vols,
Dearborne's do l VOL,
Cowper's Poems, Wells ed,
Jeflerson's Manuel,
Locks Essays,
Political Class Book,
Browns Philosophy,
Burns Works, complete, &c. &c. &c.
A. w. WILGUS.
Detroit Juns 90 1886. ly1
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

~ Office is hereby given that an applic,-
~ ton will be made to the l. gislsturo of this
State at its next session. for an act of Incorpors.
ton for Bank to- DO locIt,d at Now-Buff 10,
Berrisn Co., TO be styled tho Bank of Nep But.
falo, with capital of 100000.
August IL, 1896. Tiff
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

ut EW STORE.-Thc subscribers have
" formed copartnership under the firm of
Adams & Appleton and will open in few days
ut the old stand ofW. II. House and Co. on Water
street the most extensive and best selected assert
ment of Groceri Wines, Fruits &c. &c. ever
brought into the Western Country.
CHARLES S. ADAMS.
JOHN A. APPLETON.
Constantine Sept. 20, 1886.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

~ III. d y. III COLEMAN are now
IL receiving from Nsw-York tn ir fresh
supplies of GOODS, comprising Drugs, Medi
zines, Dye-StuGs, Paints, Oils, Groceries, of
IL kinds, Fancy Goods, great variety, etc. etc.
Please cali and examine.
Buff TO- June 20, 1886. 1y1
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

n ADDE'S WATER PROOF SHOES
NJ The subscriber has just opened fow cases
Of Ladies' shoes, which we'll worthy the atton-
ton of the ladies of Detroit. They are lined
throughout with India rubber cloth, the inside
lining being of imbs wool, and are trimmed with
fur. They are impervious to wat r, and arc pre-
f,raabe to any other description of liking shoes
now in use. PECK g. CONGER.
Detroit, June 30, 1896.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
1NHE YOUNG CITIZENS MANU-.

HNHE YOUNG CITIZENS MANU-
IL AL, being digest of the Lsws of the State
Of New York and Of the Unit,d States to which
is prefixed an Essay on the principles Of Civil Co.
vcrnment, by Alfred Conklng just received, and
for sale at STEELES BOOK STOKE
Buff 10. June 81. lily.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

w The undersigned appoints az ,nts
for the sale ofthe rights of this vdluabe machine
for dressing spokcs for wheels, in Michigan, In
diana, and Illinois. Those engaged in Wagon
and Caring, making or interested in the cstab.
lishment of the business in any village or town
possessed of Water Power, will find it an object
worthy of their consideration.
ROBERTS g. FILSON.
Michigan Land Agency Office.
Detroit, Jun 90 1886. lyl
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

ESTRAY HORSE.-Stray
SNNlL ell from the subscriber on or a.
LIZ bout the third of September last, dark
by French pony, with long, heavy tail, short.
ish name, branded the letters X. and G. on tn,
left should n, and five years old. Ten dollars re-
ward will be paid by the subscriber to any one
who will give information at Longs Tavern, Ed
harrisburg, so that hs may b, found.
JOSEPH L. METZGER.
Oct IL 1886. 3w15"
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

NNHEREAS my wife, Jane Garrison,
w has without just cause or provocation,
left my bead and board, hereby forbid all per-
sons harboring or trusting her on my account,
as will pay no d,bt of her contract after this
date. White Pigeon, Oct -, 1896.
3w"l HENRY GARRISON.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04
M EW BOOKS Ut srErLE's BooKsroRr

NJ EW BOOKS Ut STEELE's BOOKSTORE
IN 2l4 Main street.
Rienzi the last of the Tribunes, by E. l.. Bull
wer Japhot in search offs Father, by Capt: Mar
ryat Stories of the Sea; Humphrey Clinker;
Fielding's History Of Tom Jones, vols; Paris
and the Parisians, by Mrs. Trollope; the Gipsey,
! VOL. Paul Clifford Bulwer's novels, uniform
edition: Robertson's Works, vols Classical
Library; Mrs. Sherwoo4's Works, Is vols CON-
plste; HILLS History of the United States; Pa
rents Assistant. Together with large assert
ment of Books and Stationery, for sale by
o. G.. STEELE,
Buffalo. June 30. 2l4 Maid ST.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

NHARLES BISSELL d co. Whole.
" sale and retail Dealers in Dry Goods, and
Dry Groceries. CHARLES BISSELL.
III. III. COMSTOCK.
No. 80 Jeff.rson Avenue.
Detroit, June, 1896. lyl
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

AHINA TEA SETTS--PArrERsoN, GAR.
" DINER AND MATTER, are opening a hand.
some assortment of fine China Toa Sets, of naw
Patterns which they invite their customers to call
and ex anime, at the new store second door below
the old Market. Detroit, June 20.
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

ID OWAND'S TONIC MIXTURE GO
IL boxes just >ceived. and for sal, by
CHAPLIN e. OWEN, Ag'ts.
Detroit June CO. 1886.
N. ID. Sub Agents ara requested to send for
their winter supply before freezing peatAer
Constantine republican. [volume] (Constantine, Mich.) 1836-1838, 1837-01-04

NOTHCE.-All persons are forbid cutting
~ any wood from our land, or drawing any a.
way that is alroady cut without calling at tho
store and letting their wants be known, when
they will be accommodated on reasonable terms.
w. IT. HOUSE g. co.
Constantine, Aug. IL, 1885.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19
DISTRESSING MORTALITY!

One of the most distressing instances
of mortality which it has ever been our
lot TO record, has occurred in the family
of our late worthy and enterprising fell
low citizen. Mr.. HENRY MILLER, who
removed from this county last fall to Ar
kansas. Himseif-kis WiEe-his daugh
ter in-iao. (Mrs. LUCINDA MILLER. wife
Of Mr., George MilleD-and i,co of his
serrants--were all carried oif-(excep,
the elder Mrs. Miller, whose death is
ascri5ed chiefly to mental distressl-a.
bout the 2Dth Of September, within q
few hours of each other, by the prevail.
ing fever of that country. Alas. how
vain aud uhsubstantial are human homes
and prospects How melancholy the
change which a few days have broush,
over this family Few have embarked
their fortunes in the West under NOR,
suspicious circumstances, or with great
err certainty Of realizing their highes
aniicipations. But their bright an,
glowing future has closed in suddel
darkness their land of promise ha
proved their early graves
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19
THE INDIANS AT WASHINGTON.

INDIAN Council The SACs and Fox
rs al the Mississippi, and the IowAYs and
SACS and FOXES of the Missouri, met the
commissioners Of Indian Affairs, represent,
ing The United States, at DIR. LAURIB's
church, on Saturday last, agreeably Ia an
nouncement. The Indians were seated on
each sido oi The platform, and appeared in
great number. They were attended by
General STREET aud Major PrrcuER
their agent, and interpreters The church
was crowded To excess, both below and in
the galleries. Several distinguished yeutle-
men were present The Vice President of
The United States and the Secretary OF the
treasury were on the platform. MIR. HAIR
RIS, the Commissioner of Indian a fairs, adj,
dressed the Indians, through the iuterpretcrs
Stating that their Great Father had assemb-
led Them together TO: the purpose ei settling
matters OF interest Ia them, AMI their several
land titles, and OF endeavoring To saris(y them
on any point wherein they had become dis
c"htenleu with the arrangements which had
heretofore been made with them 10y the Cows
ernment. Several If the chiefs of the loways
addressed the Commissioners in support OF
their claim 10 some part of the consideration
for the land in which they had Il common in
| forest with the Sacs and Foxes kEokucK
replied. asserting the right Of his people To
all the land, because he had fought for il and
gained IT. lie afterwards spoke of some ar
tIcles OF treaties that had been satisfactorily
iu'iIiied The Commissioner promised. them
an answer on Monday, (to day } at ten o.
clock, when the Council will meet again in
DR.. Laure's church. The talk on Saturday
was a very Interesting one, and the spectacle
on the platform rot less imposing than any
which preceded it.-Nut. intel
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19

appears TO the Undersigned, were involved in
the negotiation for the acquisition OF Texas
from Mexico, previously To the recognition
OF the independence Of the litter bv Spain.
which are now presented by the question of
The annexation OF Texas TO the United States
previously TO the recognition OF her indepen-
uence by Mexico and had his exceliency
the Presiden, Of the United States entertain,
ca any inclination 10 negotiate u treaty for
me annexation Of Texas, a hope which had
been iondly cherished, as he had expressed
determination TO carry GU, the measures and
conform to the general policy of his vcnera ..
bic predecessor, il does appear To the UNDER
signed, but with distinguished Difference tn
the honorable Mr.. Forsyth's opinions TO the
| contrary, that neither a sense Of duty nor the
settled policy ofths Government, during the
administration OF the venerable .x- President.
would have prevented an examination into
the accuracy Of the historical facts accompa>
nying the proposition"
Gen. Hunt concludes his letter by as.
surfing Mr.. Forsyth that the prompt and
decisive rejection which the proposition
has met. will not be imputed to an un
friendly spirit 10 the Government ant
people Of Texas.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19

The bill to authorize the issue of
Treasury notes has passed both houses
OF Congress. The amount of issues is
fixed at ten millions of dollars---the notes
to bear such rate Of interest not ex-
ceeding six per cent. es the Secretary Of
the Treasury may be able to arrange,
and not to be issued for amounts less
than fifty dollars, to be redeeme at the
Treasury one year after their date. Thus
in time Of profound peace-(save and
except the little Florida war)--has the
country been reduced by the mismanage,
ment Of its rulers from a state of uuex.
amPled prosperity--with an OVERLOOKING
National Treasury-to the necessity Of
creating large public debt to meet the
current expenses Of Government! Com
merce destroyed, manufactures brok en-
up, Internal Improvements arrested, in
dustry paraly zed, and labour robbed oil
its support-and the Government itselI
made bankrupt-a!l, all by the wicked
& unauthorized tampering of Gen. Jack
son with the currency!
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19

Indians for The Florida War.-The ST..
Louis Republican of the 9TH instant SAYS
"The steamboat Wilmington passed this
port yesterday, for Jefferson Barracks, hav-
ing ON board one hundred Indian Warriors.
destined TO operate in the war agains, the
Semnoles of Florida. They beicng to the
Delaware tribe, "a nation uf brave and hard
men. We learn from Capt. BEAN, by
whom these Indians have been received into
The service, that II party Of the Shawnees, a
mounting 10 about one hundred men, are also
expected TO engage in this campaign Ii is
not probable that the service of any other In
dams will be procured Tor this war"
The Indians, ii is added, are To he paid
S4Oper month, while the regular pay TO cit
zen volunteers is but SIS per month
Ball. diner.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19
TIE TEXAS QUESTION y

learn, from good authority, that a, the recu.
lar session Of Congress Mr.. Calhoun will
bring forward distinct proposition for the
annexation Of Texas to the United States
and that his views on this subject will be
naue 10 assume such form as 10 involve the
union OF the States in a decision N Tho ,,,,as
ton. II is very evident from the debates nm
incidental subjects, that this question W III en-.
gross great portion Of The time of next Con,
gress, and that the debate on it will be deem
iy exciiing.-'n the House ten thousand cn-
pies oi the documents lately communicated
TO Congress by the President, relating to The
negotiation. with Mexico concerning The
cession Of IeXas, were ordered 10 be printed
On me rno'loh 10 print, debate arose, in
the course of which il was inlimated by Mr
Howard, Of Md, that The proposed pubIira
ton was Intended as virtual appeal 10 The
people OF The United STATES from The decision
Of the President-BaH Chronicle ''''V''
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19

The election for members Of the Leg
lslature in Pennsy lvania took place on
Tuesday the 10th instant. The returns
as far as received are highly favorable
to the Wings. The Philadelphia Her
aid remarks that "it is morally certain
that there will be Wing majority in
the Legislature"
New Jersey also, whose election wa,
held on Tuesday and Wednesday of las
week, has gone for the Wings. Thei,
majority in the Legislature on Joint bal.
lot is estimated al fifteen.
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19
90

GOLD FOR THE OFFICE HOLDERS
PAPER For THE PEopLE.-This is the
system introduced 10y the present shin plas-
ter administration. The practice, however,
of paying the office holders " ilh gold, when
brought before the eyes Of The people, is not
SO highly approved 10y the latter, as the gov.
eminent probably expected from their firm
"supporters. "--The Alexandria Gazette
says:-"W When Tie Sergeant al Arms went
reund with his bag Of gold 10 pay the mem
bers OF the House of Representatives the 9th
er day, the Indignation of the people in the
gaiieries wasaudibly expressed" The same
paper adds that great quantities of gold and
silver have been sold 10 the brokers in Wash
ingLen by the members of Congress Bait.
Pat
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19
TENNESSEE.

IHE GENERAL ASSEMBLY Of the State
OF Tennessee met on Monday, the % instant,
at II O'Clock a. NJ.
In the Senate Col. CANAL, Of Maury co.
was elected Speaker on the first call the
Vote stood for Cahal Is, Led6e,ter 9, scatter.
ing /.
In The House Of Representatives, Genera
JOHN COOKE, oiGranger, 4 Formerly mem
Der OF Congress,) was elected Speaker on tht
iIrst call; The vote Stood Tor Cooke ~, Doug
lass 30
These elections indicate the state Of PAL
ties IN The two Houses in both 81 which IN,
WHIGS haze the majorily.1
Staunton spectator, and general advertiser. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 183?-1849, 1837-10-19

The official assessments of the value
of real and personal estate in the city CT
New York, as compared with 1886
show falling off .Jorty-sir millions OF
dollars This of course must be chiefly
on personal property.
In Connecticut. tw enty-two Of ninety
five woollen factories of various descrip
tons. only, are now in operation. Ii
the neighborhood of Philadelphia, as
indeed in every other manufacturing
district, a number of factories are also
standing idle.