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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
FEMALE SCHOOL,

Mrs. WILLIAMS and MISS, HOPPIN
WI give notice to the citizens OF Ottum-
wa, that they will open Female School
on Monday the 18th day Of November, in
tie Sons of Temperance Hall, over the
"Courier" Office.
Terms of Tuition:
For the Elementary branches $500.
French, drawing, and fancy work. 81, co.
We will assure our patrons that prompt
and Undivided attention will be paid; not
only to the studies, but morals of the chill
dren committed to our care.
A few small boys under the age of ten
years, viii be admitted into the school.
MRS. A. WILLIAMS,
HARRIETTE P. HoPPIN.
October 30, 1850. 2w.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
EstraV Notice.

TAKEN UP by George Hunter, living 3
Il miles south of Charlton, Lucas coun-
ty, Iowa, on the Bird day of October, 1880,
one estray mare, of dark iron gray color,
supposed to be years old past, white
mark on each side of the back, supposed to
have been made by the saddle, and apprais-
ed to twenty-five dollars, by Samuel A.
Francis and Beverly Searcy, before Justice
Phillips; on the Bird day of October, 1850.
JAMES NJ. TOWNSEND, C. b. c. c.
WIN. C. DRAKE, dept.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
RIrEuMATIsM CURED,

Let all who arcsuerrg uner the agonizing fortunes Of
rheumatism read TIE following. snl VT may be done
for tiieui il they viii use the infallile remedy:
UA!eNrowS. KY May II, 1Sis.
Mr. Jory Bull: Dear E,r-for the lest three years. I
have been scte with Rheumatism Of the char
actcr was at times in the greatest agony of rain. tried
remedy could procure for the disease bat found
permanent relief until induced to your prepare
ten of Sassparlla, which has entirely cared of RhaJ-
matsl, and greatly improved my general health
than any medicine used. free from pain
for several months aud have doubt the perna
nent and recommend it the Lest medicne in for
rheumatism. lSIIAM BRIDGES.
1t is useless to produce further testimony in favor this
great remedy 1t has only to lie tried and proved,
vince the public of its superior efficacy.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Notice.
DUBUQUE, Nov. 9th, 1850. Z
BISH0PRIC OF DUBUQUE. {

DUBUQUE, Nov. 9th, 1850.
BISH0PRIC OF DUBUQUE.
DE 1T KNOWN to all the citizens OF
I'D Fort Des Moines. Ottumwa. Farming
ton, Keokuk, &C, that some person or per-
sons have pretended to be Catholic priests
sent by us to organize Catholic congrega-
tions in the Des Moines Valley; and bought
land for that supposed purpose. These are
daring impostors. We acknowledge so far,
as true Catolic clergymen, none but the
Rev. J. b. Villars, who resides at Keokuk,
and the Rev. A. Hattemberger, who resides
at 0ttumwa. We shall be thankful to any
editor of newspapers in those regions, who
will have the kindness to publish this no
tice for weeks. They may send their bill
TO us at Dubuque. MATTHIAS LORIS,
Catholic Bishop of Iowa.
Nov. %, 80 wi.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Contested EIection!!
Come and Secure a Seat!!l
CHAIR AND FURNITURE STORE. :
T. A. TAYLOR.
Taylor & Ives,
J. c IVES.

III AVE just received a large quantity of
IL Chairs, which they will sell as low as
they can be bought in any market, counting
the carriage, In addition to the chairs wa
sun continue to manufacture superior ar
tlcle of Furniture of all kinds, consistin. of
Tables of all kinds, plain and fancy Bed
steads; fancy and dressing Bureaus of SUI
perior quality; Lounges and Wardrohes, in
short everything that can be made out of
wood. for the kitchen or the parlor.
Collins made to order on the shortest no.
tice.
Shop at the old stand of t. A. TAYLOR.
west side of the mill Square.
Ottumwa, Sept. 20, so -m2.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Notice to Females,

john Bulls Sarsarsrla is of the greatest female
medicines now in existence. In those numerous cases
where the constitution debitated the energy
lesseed, when the efforts of nature deficient
or protse aud overweight when tine pale
coloress the strength feeble and yielding the spirit
bed and depressed the health broken, mind shaken
consequently the happiness desroyo-then Bulls Sorsa
Iarla is sovereign remedy IL assists nature in the per-
formance of her duty, braces the whole system
permanently the natural energies, distractions
checks creates pure and healthy blood parts
health and happiness Were ladies generally adopt the
OF this Medicine, would far less suffering disease
and unhappncss among them than exists health would
take the place OF disease the rosy check would the
paid Face We should have smiles instead of tears per-
haps happy long life instead OF short by ase
made miserable by continued suffering ard afeton
At that critcal period termed the turn Of i" which
often attended with much danger, Bulls Sarsapara
found to exert most beneficial effect All ladies approach
Ing this crisis should be appraised Of this fact and avail
themselves OF this valuable MEDICINE.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Notice

rs hereby given, that on the 18th day OF
i December next, at 10 o'clock, applica-
tons viii be received at this Office, for the
purchase of the North fractional half OF
section No. l, township No. II north OF
range No. % west. The said land having
been enormously withheld from private EN-.
try GEO. WILSON, Register.
VIII. WALLACE, Receiver
Nov. Is, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
FALL & WINTER IMPoRTATIONS
BY
COX & SHELLEY,
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
4 E,.a,,ct Co,.,,on q. A.,

WHOLESALE DEALERS IN
British, French, German, 8. american
Dry Goods.
M E are now receiving one Of the
Wv largest and best selected stocks Of
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
Jobbing Trade of all the principal Eas-
tern cities. Our stock being bought I'M
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 some
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 punctual men we are
prepared to offer GREAT INDUCE
MENTS. In addition to our extensive
stock of DRY GOODS, we have on
hand and are receiving a large assort-
ment of
VARIETY GOODS,
Equal to any kept by houses, exclu-
sively in that line. Also, assorted
QUEENS 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 unsaleable articles
In the way of
HATS e. 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 at lower
rates than they have hitherto besn bought
in this market. In
BOOTS e. SHOES,
Our stocks will be unsurpassed, putting
competition perfectly to the blush, as TO
quantity, cheapness, style, good material
and workmanship. In
CLOTHIN G.,
Our stock is unpreceden,edly large,
where the most fastidious buyer cannot
fail 10 be pleased. And in
HARDW ARE,
Our stock is very large and well selected,
including all the various articles of hus-
bandry, together with beautiful assert
ment of fine Cutlery and table, ware, and
being bought for cash from the manulac-
lures is offered VERY Low.
The entire stock is now offered to the
buying public at ST. Louis prices, and in
some instances at lower rates. fB~ All
orders attended to with the greatest fidel-
ity and dispatch. "a
COA g. SHELLEY,
Main, bet. 3rd g. 4th sts., KEoKuK, Iowa
August 30, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Cloth Dressing,

THE subscriber would respectfully in
IL form the inhabitants of Iowa, that he
still continues to Dress Cloth The cloth
left at the following places will be taken
from, Dressed and returned to said places,
without any extra charge to the owner
Left at James Hawleys Store, Ottumwa;
Mr.. kinsman's. 0skaloosa; Mr.. Eckly's, Ed
dyville; Levi Jenkins, p. NJ. at Fountain
Spring; Joseph Myers, Store, Agency City.
shall dress cloth all winter.
BENJAMIN MlLLIKEN.
Fairfield, Aug. 18th, 1885,. Am
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22

GTRAYED or stolen from the subscriber,
- on Saturday the 18th inst, living in
Dahlonega township, miles above Agen-
cy on the State Road, SoRREL MARE
six years old last spring with scar on her
hip. Also, one BAY HORSE, with small
star in his forehead, with 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 for
their trouble. WILLIAM REEVE.
Oct. 23d. 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
House And Lot For Sale
TOTHOSE THAT W.4NT BIZ
G. .RIN!!!

q II "
r WILL SELL VERY CHEAP FOR
I CASEE, the House and Lot formerly
occupied by Cary Boyd, } on second street.
Il is fine, high, healthy location. There is
good double log house, stable, &C. It has
also, fine spring of water on it, and all en-
closed. For further particulars enquire Of
ME at this Office. G. ID. X. BOYD.
Ottumwa, Nov. Is, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
NEW GOODS! NEW GOODS II!
A. Nudge & Co.,

A RE NOW receiving large and
N. seasonable stock Of all kinds OF
Staple ai,0 fni,en Drn Woa0s. Gro
ceries, Hardware, Queensware, Boots &
Shoes, &c, which we offer to our cuslo-
mers, and the public generally, accord
ing 10 the former nsages and customs OF
the old settlers. A. M. g. Co.
Oiiumwa, Nov. l. '50.-ly.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Executors Notice.

M Office is hereby given to all persons
IN interested, that have been duly APP
pointed Executor of the estate of Thomas
]. Jordan, late of Wapello county, by the
court OF Probate, for said county. AL
persons having demands against said estate,
will present the same for settlement, and
all persons indebted to the same, are no.
titled to make payment.
JAMES Fl. JORDAN.
November 18th, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
New Store i'm EddyviIle!
DUNLAP g. ANDERSON,

DUNLAP e. ANDERSON,
wv OULD respectfully inform the public
w that they have just opened FULL,
COMPLETE, AND WELL SELECTED STOCK OF
DRY GOODS. GROCERIES,
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Together with many other articles, which
they invite the public to call and examine;
as they are determined not to be undersold
by any person in the trade.
We propose taking all kinds of produce,
such as Pork, Wheat, Corn, Oats, Potatoes,
Beans, Onions, &c. Cash will never be
refused. ]. ID. DUNLAP,
b. Il. ANDERSON.
Eddyville. July 23d. lS5o.yl
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
N e W G 0 0 d s..
SETH RICHARDS

HAVING just returned from Boston and
Ii New York, after purchasing the larg-
est stock ever brought to the Des Moines
River, is now prepared not only to accom-
modate his host of old customers, but a
host of new ones, withgoods on as reasona-
bic and accommodating terms as any other
house in the valley. We extend an invita-
ton to all persons visiting Ottumwa to call
and see us before purchasing elsewhere, and
''we will make it all right"
In Dry Goods
We have Broad cloths, cassimeres, SAITH
nets, jeans, linseys, shawls. merinoes,
alpacas, mouslin de lains, tibet cloths,
calicoes, einghams, brown and bleached
muslins, drills, osnaburgs. checks, cotton
fannels, tickings, striped and check shir-
ting S, cloak Innings, hoods. comforts, cot
ton yarn, carpet chain, gloves, hosiery,
buck mitts and suspenders.
Our Stock Of Boots and Shoes
Is very large, and the assortment uneq ualed
in the valley-every thing from the mans
boot to the infants shoe.
Groceries.
We have sugar, coffee, molasses, tea, saler-
atus, spices, soap, candles, digo, mad
der, alum, copperas, tobacco, tar, salt,
iron, nails and castings.
Also:
A large assortment of Qucensware, hard
ware, hollowware, stoves, leather, drugs
and medicines, oils and dye stuffs.
S. RICHARDS.
Ottumwa, Nov. Is, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22

WnIe Loss.-We regret to state that
Campbell, Loco, is probably elected TO
Congress from The Galena District, oter
Sweet, Wing. Bakers majority in The
District in ls4S was l,027.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
E P IL T. p STA.
Or "COnVussiOM FITS"

in allits forms. This most horrible of all
diseases; horrible from the bodily sufering
it entails upon its victims; horrible from
the mental imbeciity it so surely induces,
and doubly horrible from its invulnerabili-
ty to the hitherto known remedies of the
pharmaeonga
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Our Stock Of Boots and Shoes
Notice.

IN The Darts County District Court
April Term, 1850.
EDWARD MULLER,
vs.: To Emily Miller.
NOU are hereby notified, that Edward
i 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, 1850-11-22
TO THE AFFLICTED.

NNHE subscriber takes this method of an
u nouncing to the world that he has dis
covereda NEW, SURE, and INFALLIBLE rene
dy for
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Sloan's Family Ointment

is MID, Safe. thorough, and Tie great
est External Remedy erer used. IL
is comp esed of Pegtta6ie Eetracis,
oad possesses porer uaequaiied IN
The annals OF Medicine for the cure
of Ajlanmato,y Diseases.
1t is universally acknowledged to be an
infallible remedy, in every caase where it
has been faithfully applied OH 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, 1850-11-22

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. 8, l060.yl
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
A BEAUTIFUL CLEAR sKIN.

How We all admire clear, beautiful, white skin, and
rosy coored check How often do persons pos
essing this "desderatum devoutly be wished
sorting to cosmetics lotions Washes paints, and eolorng
materials to restore to them cmblance of what disease
has deprived them Of and that too, with great injury
the skin. Bull Sarsaparfa is the best Cosmetic known
IL beauties the skin by removing every particle of morbid
and diseased matter frcm the blood making pure heal
thy and vigorous giving activity to every minute vessel
and changing tie yellow and dark the
bloom and freshness Of youth Ladies' abandon use Of
paints and mixtures, and Balls drsaPori, the only
efeetual remedy "a the wise Is sufficient" aud
a hint is enough for the ladies'.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Fine Store Room and Warehouse
For Rent.

THE subscriber is now finishing in the
L best Style store room, al feet By Is,
and 10 feet story. shelved all around, with
range of drawers, bins &C, suitable for a
heavy stock. The stand (under the State
Land Office) is one of the best in the town.
In the rear lisa ware room nearly finished,
10 by "a feet, story 10 feet clear. Premi-
ses ready for useby Nov. Is; also couple
of large Shop rooms, on Main street.
Nov. Is, 1850. ]. ID. DEVIN.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
New Fall and Winter
GOODS.

nAV-D SANDS, would respectfully in.
II form his friends in Wapello and
adjoining counties, and the public general
ly, that he is now in receipt of a large
and well assorted stock Of Fall and Winter
Goods, of almost every variety, which was
carefully selected in Philadelphia, to suit
this market The stock consists i'm part as
follows, Fancy black and blue merrimack
Prints, French Ginghams, Muslin de Lane
Alpaca, Lustre, black, colored and figured.
broad Cloth, Cashmere, Satinetts. Jeans.
Linsey, Flannel, Blankets, Tickings, Hand
kerchiefs Cross barred aud plain, Jaconet.
Swiss Muslin, and Irish Linen, brown and
bleached Domestics, Checks, Table Cloths.
Trimmings, Hosiery, Gloves, Ribbons and
great variety of Yankee Notions" togeth.
er with large supply of
keady-Wade Clothing,
Such as Coats, Pantaloons and Vests of ev.
cry variety, Flannel Shirts and Drawers.
also, Hats and Caps, also good assortment
of Boots and Shoes, Hardware, Cutlery.
Quecnsware and Glassware, Groceries. Tea
Sugar, Coffee, Pepper, AIlspice, Dye-Stuffs.
Spun. Thread. Those who are in want of
any of the above articles, are respectfully
invited to call and examine my stock. No,
trouble to show Goods.
Ottumwa. Iowa, Oct. 18th 1880.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
1850. NEW STOCK. Il
ID. II. INSKEEP & Co.,

DEG leave to inform the citizens of
ID Wupello and adjoining counties, that
they have just received and are still receiv-
ing from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and st.
Louis, large and general assortment OF
Dry Goods, Hats, Caps, Boots s. Shoes,
Hardware, Glassware, Queensware, Gro
ceries, &C. &C. Which have been bought
by an experienced hand, expressly for this
market, and viii be sold for small advance
over cost. Those wishing good bargains
will please give us call as we are deter
mined to selllewer than we have ever done
before. We viii take in exchange for
goods, Butter, Eggs, Beeswax, Flaxseed,
Tallow, Rags and C;ssa.
ID. p. lNSKEEP & CO.
Ottumwa, Nov nth, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22

LMANNELS-l2 pcs. white, green
IL and red flannels, pc. Angola fan
mel, for ladies wear, jus! received and
for sale by A. NUDGE g. Co.
Nov. l, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Great Excitement!
NO IIUMBJJG.

NJ EVER was there such TKEMEN-
In DOUS Stock of Goods in Ottumwa,
as c. MCDONALD G. Co. are now
opening. They are cram, jam full of Gus
toners and goods, and have everything that
man, woman, Or child could desire
Their stock was purchased in Boston,
New York and Philadelphia expressly for
this market, which will enable them to sell
much lower than merchants who purchase
in st. Louis and Keokuk. We still stick to
our old motto, that we CAN, WILL, AND DO
give better bargains than any house in the
Valley.
Give us call before you buy elsewhere,
and we will make the prices suit.
G.. MCDONALD 81 co.
Ottumwa, Oct. 25th, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
LEATHER GoubtiDgsy, BUT thea
HyOuad try it,


Wickliffe, Cook Co., Feb. 10. As.
Mr.. Soan-Sir. have fine young
horse which was tiken with The scratch
es lastfall. paid out about three dol
lars for medicine to cure him but he grew
worse. then bought box Of your
Ointment at your office when in Chicago
last. rather doubtingly, but thought |
would try it.) Judge of my surprise
and my opinion of its beneficial qualities,
when found my horses legs smooth
and well in four days from the time
commenced applying il.
Eff. COLBY.
II See Agents names at the head of
Sloan's Column. For further particulars
and testimonials, get Pamphlets Of agents
IT g - -
w ment, ''Ai Inn
b. A. Fahnestock's Vermifuge,
Smiths Tonic Syrup,
Buffers Nerve and Bone Eminent,
Guernsey's s. cos. celebrated Almond Ce-
rate. for the cure of Itch, letter, etc.,
Alfred Collins Epileptic Pills,
Mof1at's Pills and Phoenix Bitters,
For sale at
VIM. b. GUERNSEY s. cos.
Drug Store, opposite Myers mill.
Nov. ed, 1850.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22

Pork is worths SO and go at Burlington.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
RETTER TEsrLno.,,y.

AEIIEk TESTLUCsNXe
THAN WAS EVER OFFERED IN FAVOR OF ANY MEDICINE
Lead the testimony II Dr. Moore.
Mr.. Jons BULL,-I have hesitation in saving that
iaeturcd, for the of Scrofa Syphilis many other
Cutaneous Glandular Affections, having used it with
entire success in numbers of the above cases.
Louisville, Dec. rs, 1871 JAS NJ. MOORE, Md
From DR.. L. r. rano Professor Of Chemistry in Lo,s
riis Medical College.
have looked the list of ingredients composing
JOHN Bulls COMPOUND EXTRACT OF SARSAPARlLhA,
and have no hesitation in saying that they form
pound ard that promises well in chronic diseases
which it is applicable L. Z. iANDELI, ". D.
Louisville, June 9, 1913.
From DR. Iyles, Physician By dppcatme ne Loassle
Murine Hospital.
LOUISVILLE, March %, $780,
have examined the preparation the prescription of
JOHN BULLS SARSAPARiLIA, and believe the combine
ton to be excellent one weil calculated produce
both in public and private practice and think it the best
article Of Sarsaparilla in use. VI. PILES, NJ. d.
Resident Physician, Marine Hospital.
BcLIs SARsapaRrLIaGo where you will, to steamboats,
bound for Nashville New Orleans, St. Louis Cincinnati
you will find immense supplies Of this preparation about
being shipped ON beard
But fw merchants visit city, in whatever branch
trade soeyer they may be engaged but have orders for
or less Of Bulls SaTsaparilla. Louisville Democrat
Manufactured at DR.. JOHN BULLS Laboratory
81 Fourth street, Louisville, Ky.
GALINGER g. SNODGRASS,
authorised AGENTS for Onumma, Iowa
Oct. Alb, 1850. ly
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1850-11-22
Bridgnan & Reed,

ARTHUR BRInGMAN.