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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
FALL & WINTER EXPECTATIONS
BY
COX & SHELLEY,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN

WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
British, french, German, &. american
Dry Goods.
M E are now receiving one Of the
w largest and best selected stocks oil
STAPLE DRY-GUODS ever offered
in this market, and which has been pur-
chased by an experienced buyer, one
long and intimately acquainted with the
Jobhing Trade of all the principal Eas-
tern cities. Our stock being bought IN
der circumstances so favorable, and al
prices so low, we feel confident we can
sell our Goods here as low as many
Western houses have bought theirs East.
Our stock is now very complete, and
embraces every article in our line. We
shall constantly be receiving additions
throughout the season, ever having soma
thing new and of The latest styles
Every article exhibited will be offered at
the lowest market price WITHOUT
FEAR OF COMPETITION. To
Cash buyers and punctlal men we are
prepared to offer GREAT INDUCE
MENTS. In addition 10 our extensive
stock Of DRY GOODS, we have on
hand and are receiving large assor,-
ment of
VARIETY, GOODS,
Equal TO any kept by houses exclu-
siycly in that line. Also, assorted
QUEENSW ARE,
In casks and crates. put up expressly TO
meet the views of Country Merchants,
as il is very difficult for the retail dealer
10 obtain from promiscuous stock such
articles as are adapted 10 his trade, with
out buying many unsalcable articles
In the way of
HATS 81 GAPS,
We have no hesitation in saying to Coun-
try Merchants that our stock is better
adapted to the tastes Of the Western
people than can be found elsewhere
containing everything new and desirable
for covering their Uranium, and al lower
ra,es than they have hitherto been bongh,
in this market. In
BOOTS & SHOES,
Our stocks win be unsurpassed, putting
competition perfectly to the blush, as TO
quantity, cheapness, style, good material
and workmanship. In
LOTHIN G.,
Our stock is unpreceden,edly large,
where the most fastidious buyer cannot
fail to be pleased. And in
III ARDW ARE,
Our stock is very large aud we'll selected,
all the various articles of hus-
bandry, together with beautiful assert
ment Of fine Cutlery and tableware, and
being bought for cash from the manufac
lures is offered VERY LOW.
The entire stock is now offered 70 the
buying public at ST. Louis prices, and in
some instances at lower rates. " All
orders attended TO with the greatest tidel-
iiy and dispatch. al
COZ 81 SHELLEY,
Main, bet. 3rd & 4th sts. kEoKUK, Iowa
August %, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
Ten Dollars Reward.

GTRAYED or stolen from the subscriber,
- on Saturday the 18th inst, living in
Dahlonega township, 2 miles above Agen-
cy on the State Road, SORREL MARE.
six years old last spring with scar on her
hip. Also, one BAY HORSE, witha small
star in his forehead, witha letter M brand
ed on his near shoulder, Any person re-
turning said horses to me shall be entitled
to the above reward, or give me informa-
ton of their whereabouts shall be paid Tor
their trouble. WILLIAM REEVE.
Oct. 23d, 1880.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
O., YEs! O., VEST!
RyI HlBB lVERYEGlY II!

TEHE. Boot Shoe making business is
4 now carried on in the best Of style,
and on the most reasonable terms, by the
undersigned at M Farland's Tailoring shop
Having had long experiences in the business,
they fatter themselves that they can please
the most fastidious, either in the neatness
of the fit or the strength and utility of the
work. We intend to do work for the cash
as CHEAP as can be done elsewhere; and
BY close attention to business, solicit
a share of public patronage.
TALLEY & GREEN.
Ottumwa. Nov. | '50.-m6.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
Notice.
IN The Darts County District Court,
.4pra Term, 1850.

vs.: To Emily Miller.
EMILY MILLER.
X0Uare hereby notified, that Edward
4 Miller has this day filed in the Office
of the clerk of the District Court, within
and for the county of Davis. in the State
of Iowa, his petition, the object of which
is to obtain divorce from the bonds Of
Matrimony by him contracted with YOU,
on the ground of Adultery and desertion
on your part; and you are requested to APP
pear in said court on the first day of the
next term thereof and answer said petition.
or the same will be taken as confessed, and
decree entered accordingly.
Attest, ABRAM WEAVER, clerk.
Palmer & Trimble, sol'rs for Petitioners.
November 9Th, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06

SETH RIcHARDs,
CAnx BoyD. laehment.
District Court Of Uapeilo County,
Spring Term Of 1851.
fENIiE defendant will take notice that
M on the 18th day of June, 1850, a
writ of Attachment in favor Of Seth
Richards, issued from the said Court
against his goods and chattels. lands and
tenenents, Tor The sum ofone hundred ant!
len dollars and filiy-nine cents, and was
duly levied upon Lot No. one hundred
and eighty two. in block seventeen. in
The town of Oaumwa, and that unless
he shall appear and plead before The
next term of the court, judgment will be
entered and the property so attached will
be sold to satisfy the same.
THOMAS G.. GIVEN, G. ID. G.
ID. DEvIN, Plffs. Atty.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06

PAIN CANNOT EXIST where this Great
Remedy is faithfully applied. The Lame,
Halt and stiff jointed in great numbers,
have been restored to the natural use of
their limbs, by the use of this wonderful
preparation. 1t is also an infallible reme-
dy for Bites of poisonous insects, and
snakes. Sept. 6, lS60.yl
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
sloan,s Family Ointment

IS Mid, Safe, Thorough, andfhc great
est EGtcrnat Remedy erer used. II
is comp sed Of Tegtfa6ie E1fracfs,
end possesses porer uaeqnalted Ia
tie annals Of Medicine for tie care
Of Ayfammato,y Diseases.
1t is universally acknowledged to be an
infallible remedy, in every caase where it
has been faithfully applied on the human
system, for promoting insensible perspira-
ton, and is invaluable in all diseases Of the
flesh. Obstinate Ulcers, Old Sores, Chill
blains, Sore Throat. Burns, Cuts, Cutane-
GUS Eruptions, Sore Nipples, Sore Breast,
Diseases of the Eye, Ague in the Face,
Rheumatic Pains, Contracted Cords, Pain
in the Side, Back, and other parts Of the
system, Boils, Scald Head, Bruises, Fresh
Wounds, Piles, and every kind of sores
containing the least particle of inflammation,
are permanently cured by this great remedy.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
no THE AFFLICTED.

TNHE subscriber takes this method Of an
j nouncing to the world that he has dis
covered NEW, SURE, and INFALLIBLE RENE
dy for
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
a N b II @ SI.f
.apti-Ncrcous Cheering Tobacco.

Manufactured nom the pure
VIRGINIA GEN LEAF,
a preparation unrvalled by any thing of the
kind ever offered in this or any other To-
bacco Chewing community, the immcse
sales Of which have alr.ady conferred
wealth and Immortality upon its distin-
guishcd Manufacturer. Come quick and
Try it before it is all gone. For sale at
WIN. b. GUERNSEY & Co.
at tie Sign Big Black Mortar.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
HETwEn TEsTE.ue.N-..


ThAS-wAs EVER OFFERED IN FAVOR ANY MEDICINE.
Read t.e testimony If Or. AooTe.
Jr. JorN BJIi,--I lave hesitation in saving that
heye your SrscpcTo To DC the best article anIi
fatturc for the Of Scrofua, syphilis many other
CUaneous GlaBduar Affections having used il with
entire success in numbers OF the above casts
louisville, Dec. 20, 1917. JAS. NJ. MOORE, Nd.
Fsors DR. L. Il lpAci T5efsSsor Of Chemistry ia Lcais
riie EodieoL College.
have locked tie list OF ingredients composing
joiia BuILs COMPOUND EXTRACT OF sARSAPAEILIA,
and have hesitation in saying that they oGm COM
roon and one that promises well ia chronic diseases to
which it is applicable. L. Z. YANDELI, NJ ID. +
Louisville juno q lSsS.
From DR. Iyes, ihgsan BIZ arpcnrnet 10 The LosiiSri,s
Nstliac HsYtta
LorIsyILIr. March 90, 1872
have examined The preparation of the prescription Of
JOHN BULLS SANSAPARlLLA, and Relieve the combina-
ton to be excellent one, well calculated to produce
both in public and private practice and think it the
article OF Sarsaparilia in NJ. PYLES, NJ. d.,
Resident Physician, Marine Hospital.
Bulls SAgstFARlIrGo where you WILL to steamboats,
bound for Nashville New Orleans, St Louis CINCINNATI
you will find immense supplies of this preparation about
being shipped an board.
But few merchants visit city, in whatever branch Of
trade they be engaged but have orders for
or less of Bulls sarsaparilla. Louisville Democrat
Manufactured at DIR. JOHN BULLS Laboratory
81 Fourth street, Louisville, Ky.
GALINGER & SNODGRASS,
.futkofiSea agents for OttammQ, Io,ca
Oct. 4th, 1850. IS
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06

CM0klNG Tobacco. (Mrs. Miller's fine
- cut,) Plug, do. chewing do, Of various
qualities, al low prices. Also tie cclebra-
n.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
Contested Election!!
Com 6 and Secure a Seat! i
CHAIR aid FURNITURE SI'1lI.
TAYLOR &sIyes,

T. a. TAYLOR.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-12-06
MEW STOCK.


I. ID. DEvIN. Plfrs. ATTY.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-11-28
MEDICINES.
HATCHITT'S
Com p Oun i Extract of
COHOS HI.

THIS Medicine, heretofore. has been confined al.
i most entirely to domestic practice, being known
only TO the Pioneers of the West and those having
communication with the Indians. With but few
exceptions, it has entirely escaped the attention OF
the Regular Physician and is altogether unknown
In populous portions of the country.
It's medical properties more powerful and va
RED than any other plant known to the American
Florist.
IRIS A POWERFUL ToNIc-CuriDg Chills and Fe-
vers of long standing, when Qunine and other Ton
les have failed.
IT Isl STIMULUS Increasing the secretions OF
the Bronchial Neucus Membrane, il cures Asthma,
Bronchitis and Pulmonary Consumption.
IT Is AN ALTERATivE-Having a more powerful
effect upon the Liver than any known vegetable; il
cures Dyspepsia, CoStiveness, Jaundce and all bill
lous diseases
IRIS being proved beyond con-
radcton that il wiH cure Scroiula, Scurvy, and all
diseases caused by impure blood.
IRIS DIAPHoRETIc-Curing AL diseases of the
skin, such as Itch. letter, Scald Head. Pieurisy,
Eryspelas, Scarlet Fever, Measles, and Small Pox.
IT Is DIURETIc AND EMENAGoGUE-Curing diseases
of the Kidneys and Bladder, Hysteria. Deranged
Menstruation and Chronic Affections of the Womb.
1r 1t has proved TO be unsurpassed as Medi-
cine, for Rheumatism and Gout, Mercurial and Sy-
phalitic Diseases.
The Evansville daily journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ia. [i.e. Ind.]) 1848-1862, 1850-11-28
ATTENTION.!

TUST received by the undersigned at their Auc
u tim Room on Water street a very general as
Sortment oil Furniture. Chairs Clocks. LooK'ng
Glasses and Looking Glass Plates, purchased fol
Cash direct from the manufacturers, and consisting
in part of WaInut and Mahogany Dressing Bureaus
Scroll and plain front Bureaus, Bedstends, Tables
Stands, Desks, Sofas, great variety oil Chairs
Children and Rocking Chairs, Clocks, Looking
Glasses, Picture Frames, &c &c
Also, general assortment of Dry Goods and 4
large lot of Notions. All of which they are deter
mincd to sell at Low prices, ard to which the pat
ronage OF the public is respectfully solicited
Regular Auction sales every Wednesday an'
Saturday. WOOLSEY & NELS IN.
n. BIO our friends, who so generously assist
cd us i'm our misfortune, occasioned by the burnin!
o. the Belle of the West, we tender our grateful nc
Acknowledgements. w. g. n.
leo III
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MEDICINES.
WE CHEERFyLLY REFUND TIE

In all cases irhere MitcheiPs Indian Rheumatic
Extract, fails to gire retie in Rheumatism, Nen-
raigi0, or Cont, rhen properly applied.
THE unprecedented sale of this Medicine in the
Il short space OF seven months, is of itself suffic-
lent proof OF its efficacy, and the testimonials Of
OF the most respectable citizens and Physicians
of Louisville, who have used il tsee Circulars)
not fail to convince the most sceptica Of the virtues
OF this unequalled medicine
DR.. III. NJ. Weatheiford. of Louisville, says: 6.
have used Mitchell's Indian Extract with more
benefit TO myself, than any, or all the remedies
have made tiia. of in the of iorysev
years, during which time | have laboied under
Rheumatism. ! am now relieved OF all pain"
Maj homas NJ. Hicks, al o of Louisville, says:
In less than three DAYS | was relieved OF the most
excrutiating pains, and my limbs were all measur-
ably restored to their natural feeling. To the Of
iicted would recommend this medicine, and can
assure them it is no humbug -
RAYMOND g. PATTEN, Louisville the only
agents fer the United States.
For sale in Evansville, only by
aug8 3m WIN. MsWOOLSEY
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MEDICINES.
]. w. BROWNS MIXTURE,

certain Cure tor GOnoTrhRa and Gleef.
A LSO preventive for GonorrbGa and Syph-
IA ills. IAN ounce Of prevention is better
than pound Of cure"
Many Certificates might be obtSined, was l.
not for the nature of the disease This has
stood the test for ten years in my hands, withou.
single failure, either in cure or preventative
cured many cases of many years standing
which had become changed into the second stage
and were given up by the Physicians. This
Mixture will also cure Erysipelas, Rirgworms
Tetter-worms, Scad Head, and the best wash in
the world for OLD SORES. Ii is used by rub
bling on well three times day.
A fair trial is all that is required to establish
all set forth as cure and preventive.
D-Price, 81, so per bottle. A liberal discount
to dealers.
Shake the bottle before using. q
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NOTICE

rs hereby given that petition will be presented
i TO tic next General Assembly Of the State OF In
diana. asking repeal Of much OF an act entitled
-" an act in relation TO Lamasco City, approved
January Is. $780, as Incorporates portion al a
tract OF land conveyed 10y George b Jones I" WI
lard Carpenter, ty deed dated Ilth March, 1913.
and recorded n look z, page aga of the records Of
lands Of Vanderburgh county, and also portion oi
SlockweIl's Enlargement adjoining Evansville. '
The said land and lots having been incorporated
into tie limits oil said City without our knowledge
or consent and contrary TO our wlsh,s:
WILLARD CARPENTER,
JOHN NJ. STCCkWE ELL,
JOHN INCLE, lR.,
JENkIN Il HUGO.
Fyarsvi L. Oct 3. so lf<wt
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USE HOwE'S COUGH CANDY.

a certain cure for Coughs Colds, Ho0rseness, Sore
Throat, HhOoPiRg Cough, Bronchitis, and
all diseases c( The Lnngs likely 10 ter
inmate in confirmed Consumption.
THE reputation OF this article is now so much
l. established over the whole south and west rs
being the only medicaed candy of any practical ben.
eft that it is unnecessary here 10 dissent its
its, but merely refer OF the many certificates
we have received; tor others refer to our pamph
let's, to be bad Of any OF our agents.
From ReU I'm. Young late offhe II. Z. Church, Gin.
Dear Sir: While laboring under 'ere cold
from speaking IN the open air, i was handed piece
OF your Cough Candy, from the use OF which, ex
pericnced great and almost immediate relief, since
then hav. frequently used it wi III the same bene-
fetal effects. i therefore feel hesitation in
commencing your candy as certain specific for
Coughs, Colds, hoarseness, &c. DC.
WIN. YOUNG.
Sold in packages; 5. 10 and 2oc. each.
C. BELL.
w. NJ. WOOLSEY, + Evansville
]. G. HATCHlTT,
Wholesale agents in Louisville,
n9l. ROBINSON, PETER Il CAREY.
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THE RAIL ROAD IS COMMENCED!
sz%E5 Eaz1zss5 - - NALL
49, - 10y 5s5sa 500 Gs5sE $3.50

And we are off the nrst Train.
THEREFORE,, be ii known TO one and all, that
i we are determined to make a change in our bu
sness, and will sell our present Stock of Grocer
les, which consists OF general stock, with large
and well selected stock of FINE LIQUORS OF all
grades, inferior To none in market, and to all,
well our old customers In particular, we will sci.
at low figures tor Cash. or such paper Us will be
taken in Bank with approved security, and in ne
other way. And TO Keep all quiet, We would ask
all that owe us one cent either hy Note or Account
to cali and see soon, and let US compromise to
further steps. And TO all having claims against
US, they had better be after getting them soon as
possible. This is by sober reflection determined
resolution, and will be greatly obliged to all oi
our particular friends and customers not 10 ask u
to violate this pleige, as We shall most assuIedly
10 one DESTROYS OF locating in a fiourishing
city. AID getting into good trade we will sell our
entire Stock on good terms. We have been doin,
Grocery business here for ten years past, and ca
ne OF much use TO our successors.
ALLlS g. HOWES,
ap22 # Evansville. Ind.
% Gazette, Vincennes; Register, Mt. Carmel
Express, Terre-Haue; Journal. Lafayette; copyt
amount of SO, and send bills TO this office
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CABINET WARE ROOMS.
ROB- RT + X II GU S )

I'D Keeps constantly on hand every va ~
II riety and description OF Cabinet Fur Va
Ef3SNj niturc and Chairs, which he warrants IN |
to stand with any work made in this city or else.
where. Persons wishing to purchase would do well
TO give him call. Shop ON Main street. between
2nd end 3rd streets
LUMBER YARD!!
He has also just received al his yard, opposite his
Ware roonl on Main street, large supply of first
rate pine lumber OF evefy description, which he Of
lers TO the public on most reasonable terms.
COFFlNS made to order. A large supply of all
kinds and sizes hand, and tor sale at reasonable
prices. tjy22 6ml
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ALLIS & HOWES

XNHOI ESALE Dealers in Groceries, Liquors,
w Tobacco, Nails, Paper, Axes, Spades, SHOW
els, Powder, etc., ETC., are now receiving their
Winter Stock, and would respectfully say TO Mer-
chants Having had experience in ,rs business O.,
the West, almost as long rs the West has he'd bus
mess, they have a ihort ugh knowledge OF the West
and its wants, guided by which knowledge they
have carefully selected from manufacturers and I'M
are prepared to sell goods on as favorable terms
can be obtained i'm LOUSY lie or Cincir matt.
To CANAL CoNTR ACToRs.-Wi,i. especial view to
Canal works. they have on hand, and will be con.
stnntly receiving large lots OF Spades and Shoves,
Blasting Powder, together with all other articles
calculated to facilitate the toll noursh the body,
cheer the spirits ofour sturdy laborers.
To FARnERs AND PRODUCE DEALERs.-They will
pay the highest market price for country produce,
and call particular attention TO their very large
stock OF Gunny Bags, " hich they will furnish on
terms that cannot fail to please
Nov. 3. '49-n 2l-ti:
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M,LANES VERMIFUGE!!-The Inventor ola
lVl GREAT REMEDY for Formidable Dis
ease, has no right to keep its use from his fellow
creatures. So thought Dr. M'Lane when he was in
dueed to oiier his great remedy for worms TO the
practice, he did fear to be COMPOUNDED with the
herd of quacks who impose upon the public their
worthless stuff as patent medicines. He was there
fore induced by Kidd 81 Co. druggists, to dispose OF
his right dscoverer, and the Vermifuge is for
eale in nearly every village end town OF the country.
1t is the sovereign remedy for worms.
Fog sale by
CRAWFORD BELL. Agent,
Evansville la; Decker & Kramer, Jasper, John Stub
blefeld, Detachable Hill, p. o; Robt. Logan, High
Banks;S S. S. Johnson, Petersburg; Thos. Hornbroek
Union; pebrgler & Cr9n,, Winslow; John Lynn
Newburg r. S & ID. B. Hager. Rockport; Chas.
Leonard, Mt vernon' James NJ Grimes, Springfield
Schneesvile, Cox & Robb, Paris; 5 Jaquis Posey
yillei w J Whiting IN Cynshian: Williamson s s
Hallock, Princeton; John B Gardner, Blairsville
Daniel Archer & Co Columbia.
p. L. Gregory, travelling Agent Country agents
An be supplied at G.. Bells Evansville, la. myll
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REMOVAL.

INHE undersigned have removed into the four
Il story fire-prJof building on Water street, two
doors above Man., formerly occupied by r. Rarnes
ana are prepared 10 sell at Auction all descriptions
OF property entrusted To them They will attend to
selling OF Real Estate in any part of the city.
Regular Sale Days, Wednesdays, and for second
hand Furniture and 'Calamities'i in general, Satur
days. Having an abundance of room, persons wish
ing Goods stored can be accommodated.
They keep on hand general assortment of FUR
NTTuRE, consisting OF SOFAS, Bureaus, Tables
Chairs, Looking Glasses, Looking Glass Plates, &c
&c. Also, Dry Goods, Books. Fancy Articles, a
Notions: Also general assortment of Clocks
wholesale and retail.
mil WOOLSEY & NELSON.
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TAILORING ESTABLISHMENT.

TNHE undersigned having associated themselves
Il together in the Tailoring business, are fully
he most fashionable styles, workmanlike manner
and at reasonable prices. They receive Fashion
plates monthly, and thus keep up with the age in
ell Its changes of fashion All work sent from our
shop will be warranted to fit, or il may be lett on
our hands. Our shop is IT the Southwest corner
OF First and Sycamore streets.
u. s. ANDERSON.
Jell w. 7. MARTIN
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NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN, that the
IN name of the Cannelton Steam Mill and Manu-
featuring Company has been changed TO that OF the
Troy Manufacturing Company, by permission of the
General Assembly, approved January 18th, 1s49,
and said Company accepted of said change at their
meeting, held at Cannelton. Ia. March 18th. 1880
mh2I If JAMES G.. PORTER, Clerf.
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NOTICE TO CANAL. CONTRACTORS.

tf1S-Ji,T.TIS a.zss--ar,.I,I,
r<<Sz<x.-r-------] E4zZz..---
WABASH & ERIE CANAL, INDIANA.
S,EALED Proposals will be received at Prince
- ton, Ind, until the Goth day OF October next,
for the construction OF thirtyf miles OF the above
named Canal. The work consists ofsiXty sections,
embracing much variety of excavation. including
considerable rock, a number of deep cuts and heaUy
enbaRkHeHts, one aqueduct eight locks, and many
culverls All the mechanical structure 10 he OF
timber and will afford much work for carpenters.
There will be no stone masonry of any deserir
ton. OF the excavation and embankment there is
much more heavy wOrG than is common on an
equal length of line. Bidders from Ohio will find
il most convenient to reach this work by way OF
the Ohio river and Evansville. as the south end OF
the work is only IS miles north of Evansville =
From the middle and north part of Indiana, il will
be most convenient TO reach the north end of the
work at Petersburgh, in Pike county. Bidders who
are not known TO the undersigned will be expected
20 farnish proper testimonials OF character.
Payments in moHey will be made at periods OF
about sixty days.
Plans and specifications of the work will be ex-
hibi,ed Princeton, by the Engineer in charge, IL
days before the letting. The line will be in readi
ness for inspection by the first of October. Fo
further information, persons wishing TO examine
the work can address w. ]. Ball, Rest. Engineer
Terre-Haute
SAML. FORRER;
SOLOMON STURGESS.
septlS-tl S. X. HASMER.