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IL. S. BACON'S
Mercantile College.
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CINCINNATI, OHIO.
FFHE subscriber having Withdrawn from the
i firm of Gundry e. Bacon, has opened an
Institution for mercantile instruction at the above
named place where he has leased for term of
years, a large and commodious suite of rooms,
and fitted them up in a style superior to anything
of the kind in the United States.
Having spared no pains or expense to make
his rooms all that could be desired in an insttu-
lion Of this description, and having secured the
services of able and competent assistants, he
faers himself that this institution affords facil-
tiles for the requirement of thorough mercan-
tile education in all its branches, superior to
those of any similar establishment in the West,
and relying upon the success which has attended
his efforts during the several years that he has
been engaged in this profession ne trusts that the
patronage and confidence which he has hitherto
enjoyed may continue tc be extended to him with
undiminished liberality.
The course Of instruction will consist OF
Double Entry B0Ok Keeping = embracing every
department of trade and mercantile accounts,
namely:
Wholesale, Retail, Commission, Exchange,
Banking, Manufacturing. Shipping, Individual,
Partnership, Steamboat, and Compound Co. bu-
siness.
COmmerciaI CalculotiOms, which will be taught
according TO the most approved methods.
Practical PcnmNnShip. The Principal will
guarantee to make every one who completes the
above course good practical penman.
Commercial Correspondence, - embracing the
general particulars of Letter-writing as con-
nected with the different branches of trade, in
Guiding the forms Of Invoices, Account Currents
Orders, Drafts Promissory Notes, Bills of Elk
change, &c.
Commercial Lar.-Under this head practical
instruction will be given such subjects it is
thought knowledge of will prove most practi-
cally useful to the student-such as the rights
and duties of partners their liabilities and rene
dies the relation of principal ana agent -
stoppage in lransitu, sc, &c, embracing Sc
much of what is understood Mercantile Law
as can be thoroughly taught in the time usually
spent by the student in completing his course in
the institution.
Persons wishing to acquire thorough practi-
cal knowledge of the above branches, will find il
to their advantage TO call on the undersigned be-
fore engaging elsewhere, as he will guarantee tC
make those who attend his institution first rate
accountants, and procure situations Tor those who
desire it.
A full course can be completed in from six to
ten weeks.
For further particulars please call at the Col
lege Rooms, S. E. corner of Fifth and Walnut
streets. (feb22) R. S. BACON.
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DR. ROBERT. B. FOLGER'S
sEgEkS AnNERn-


fINHlS Is one OF the remedies WEIGH have introdu
y ced within few years past, to the notice of the
world, as an anudOe Tor consumption af the lungs,
and all other diseases of this important organ The
most triumphant success has attended its use in every
case where II has been administered 1t has, with
out the aid OF other Medicines or personal atten-
dance produced some of the most extraordinary cures
on record, even upon those who had been given up
die not only in this city, but in every part of the
land as the following testimonials will show 1t is
lmpOsslbleto give place for the atfestations which
are daily arriving, 1T pamphlet like the present;
they will NIL volumes. A few only will be given, to
show that It Is indeed Il 5reat remedv-mOre than
ten thousand persons having tested its qualities with
in three years, and have been restored, through its
beneficial effects, sound health 1t is purely veg
etable comPound-it is based upon SC entfc princi-
pies. and Is intended TO carry out new and success
tul trea tmen OF those diseases which hitherto have
been pronounced fatal and beyond the reach of REM
edial aid. In all cases, where it is recommended
not only in Consumption of the Lungs. but also in
asthma, Bronchitis, Difficult OF breathing Cough
Raising of Blood Pains in the side and chest NIGHT
Sweats influenza, Hoarsenness, Dyspeptic Con-
sumption, Group, Whooping Cough, Consumption of
the throat, Chronic Diseases of the Liver and Kid
neys, Difficulty ofPassing Urine, Bowel Complaints
Dyspepsia, and Palpitation of the Heart. ii is the
Greatest Remedy in the World, as it gives instant
reefn all severe cases. and those who use it for any
time declare that they can feel it cure them" SO
certain and wonderful are its effects.
ALLEN G.. HALLOCK, Agent,
ap 10, 49-lv. Evansville, Indiana.
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las . FeEanIe Medicine



This SarsapauIla is n sovereign and speedy cure
kr incipient Consumption, Barrenness, ProlapsIs
Tteri, or Falling OF the Womb, Costvuess Piles, Leu
corrbcea or Whites; INSTRUCTED or difficult Menstrual
ton ncontineuce Of Urine, or involuntary discharge
thereof, and for the general prostraton of the sys
tenlno matter whether the result Inherent cause
or causes produced by irreguarity, illness acc-
dent Nothing can be more surprising than its in
vigoratng effects on the human FRANC. Persons OF
all weakness and lassitude, from taking II at ~nce
become robust and full OF energy under It's influence
II Immediately counteracts the Rervelessness OF the
female frame which is the great cause OF barrenness
1t will not be expected of us in cases OF SO delicate
nature To exhibit certificates OF cures performed,
but can assure the afflicted that hundreds OF cases
have been reported tous- Thousands OF cases where
families have been without children, after using a
lew bottles of this invaluable medicine, have been
blessed with fine healthy offspring. Ii has been eX-
pressly prepared in reference to female complaints
Noienale who has tosuppose she IS approach
ing that critical period 'ths turn Of Life should
neglect 70 take it, it is tain preventive tor any
of the numerous and horrible diseases TO which te
males are subject at this time of life This period
may bedelayed TOT several yearsby using this med
icine Nor is it less valuable for these who APP
p-oachng womanhood, as it is calculated 70 assist
nature by quickening the blood and fnvigoratng the
system Indeed this medicine is invaluable for the
delicate diseases to " ich women are subject.
Il il the safest and most effectual medicine fo
,,rifving the system and relieving the suferings at
eg,nr9nop childbirth, ever discovered 1t strength
IL N the mother andchild, prevents pain and dis
60 ;screas SEES Ind enriches the food; those VIII,
b.ve 1sed Il think it is indispensable. 1t is hight
useful both before and after confinement, as it pr
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DRUGS AND MEDICINES

ALLEN C. HALLOCK, Druggist andSs7
AN Pharmacutist, would call the attention -
3D. the citizens of Evansville and and adjoining
TO his complete assortment of Drugs Medicines,
Chemicals Oils, Dyestufls, &c, &c, &c. All OF
which are carefully selected and received fresh from
the Eastern Markets. Physicians and merchants
may depend upon their orders being promptly attend
ed tC and the genuine article always delivered on
terms wholesale and retail favorable as the same
quantity and quality can be purchased any PLACE
A full assortment of Botanic Medicines, Roots
Banks, Herbs Extracts, Powders, &c, prepared anu
utup by the Shakers.
Hallock's superior cold drawn No Castor Oil
manufactured at Mt Carmel, Illinois.
A large assortment of Patient and FamilyM
cines, Essences, Hair Oils, Perfumery, Soaps, and
ancy articles-Coogne, Bay and Rose Water, all OF
the best qualities-Sedlitze and Soda Powders care.
fully put up and of full weight.
Copal Varnish--at So co, 50 25, and ST. IS per gal
on.
Superior Pale French Brandy, P. RI Goddard & Co
Brand, warranted pure, for medical purposes Gully
Hallock's Worm Candy, safe and pleasant med
iclne DESTROY III children and lmprOJe Il
their general health;
Hallock's Cough Candy composed o. H6rehounu
Bonesel, &c. for all kinds otcaugh
ALSO ON SALE,
AT the proprietors prices
DR.. Woods Sarsaparilla and Wild Cherry Btters
See advertisement.
Dr. Upham's Vegetable Pile Electuary- See adver
tisement
Wildcrs Sugar Coated Veg Anti Fever Pills--Sce
advertisement.
DR.. Vanzahdrs Health Restorative Veg Pills--seo
DR.. Tolgers Olosaonon, or all Healing BaIsom--Ses
advertisement.
DR.. Peters Vegetable Pills, Worm and Cough Loz
ges.
DR.. LIE Roy's Universal Vegetable Pills composed
of Sarsaparilla and Wild Cherry.
DR.. Porter's Poor mans Curative Sugar Coated
Pills at 10 cents per box.
DR., Porter'sP Poor Mans Strengthning Plaster, at
10 cents apiece.
Barnes 1ooth-Ache Drops, warranted to cure in al
cases.
Overstreet's genuine Linament, and Doctor Beach,s
Family Pill
DR.. Graves Ant-Fever and Fever and Ague Pills
g 8 Cholera InfaEtum and Bowel com
plant Pill.
DR.. Graves Pain Extractor, for burns, scads swell
lings, Rheumatic Pains, C., warranted to give in
slant reliefin all cases.
Nerve and bone Linament, highly celebrated FORTS
curative powers
At the New Drug Store, Main street opposite B
ment & Viele's iyIotf
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INSURANCE.
THE AMERICAN LIVE STOCK
INSURANCE COMPANY.


Vincennes, Ind.
CHARTER UNLIMITED: GRANTED, JANUARY 2D, 1850.
CAPITAL-S5 10000
Stockholders Individually Liable
TTOR the Insurance of HOSES, Mules, PRTzE
Z BULLS, SHEEP and CATTLE of every description,
against the combined risks of Fire, Water, Acct
dents and Disease; also upon stock driven to east
ern Markets; or transported South.
9cJ Losses paid in 80 days after proof of death.
DIRECTORS:
Joseph G Bowman, Counsellor;
Ferdinand Eherwinc Merchant;
Capt. Isaac Mass, Merchants
Hon Thos Bishop,
john Wise, Merchant and Bank Director;
Alvin w. Tracy, do do. do.
Hon Abner 7. Ellis, State Senator and
Mayor of Vincennes;
Abm. Smith. Farmer, Bank Director, and
Auditor Knox county.
JOSEPH G.. BOWMAN, President
b SHURTLEFF WnTNEY, Secretary.
WM. BURTcH. Treasurer, Merchant and President
Vncennes Branch of State Bank OF Ind.
ALANSON WARNER, Agent at Evansville.
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rheumatism.

Let all those who are suffering under the agoniz
ing tortures of Rheumatism read the following, and
what may also be done for them, if they will use
shis infallible remedy:
Mr.. John BULIs-Dear Sir: For the last three years
ave been afflicted with Rheumatism of the sever
of pain; tried every remedy could procure for the
disease, but found permanent relief until l was
induce6to your prepaI alton of Sarsaplrllla.
which las entirely cured me of rheumatism, and
greatly improved my general health, more than any
medicine / have ever used have been free from
pain for several months and have doubt the cure
Is permanent and confidently recommend it as be-
ing the best medicine in use for Rheumatism.
ISIAM BbIDGES.
Uniontown, Union CO., Ky, May II, 1913.
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The following voluntary tribute to this medicine
is only another of the many thousand who have
and are daily testifying its merits. 1t speaks for
tsef. The original may be seen a the Proprietors
WINCHESTER KY, Oct. %, l849
A. B. & D. SANDS:
Gentlemen--I would not have presumed to write
you, iflt was not my duty to let the public know
the almost miraculous effects your Sarsaparila has
had upon me- My limbs were covered with ulcer
Gus sores SO that could not walk during the whole
spring and summer In this situation commenced
the use OF your Sarsaparilla, and after taking two
bottles entirely cured. | must also tell you of
another wonderful cure My brother was afflicted
with the scroInla in his head so bad, his physician
told HIM the loss OF his sight was inevitable, and
permanent blindness seemed to be his fate. Three
bottles entirely restored his sight, and cannot
but recommend all similarly afflicted 10 use Sands
Sarsaparlla.
Yours truly, BENJAMIN BUCKNER
Prepared and sold wholesale and retail, by A. B.
& ID. SANDS, Druggists and Chemists. 100 Fulton St,
corner OF William, New York. Sold also by Org
gists generally throughout the United States and
CanadRs. Price 81 per Bottles six Bottles for SIS.
Sold by {. BELL, Evansville; FERRIS McCUI.
LoUGH & Co, Lawrenceburgh; WooD q DoNNETI Y,
Terre Haue; d. CRAGHEAD, Indianapolis; J. B..
WILDER & Co, Louisville, r. & J ADAMS, st.
Louis. Ian29 WHY
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IN QUART BOTTLES,

Fer Purifying the Biood and for the Cure of
sCRoFULA, MERCURIAL DISEASES,
RHEUMATISM. CUTANEOUS ERUPTIONs,
STUBBORN ULCERS, LIVER COMPLAINTS,
DYSPEPSIA, BRONCHITIS,
SALT RHEUM, CONSUMPTION,
FEVER SORES, FEMALE COMPLAINTS,
ERYsIPELAs. LOSS OF APPETITE
PIMPLEs, BILEs, GENERAL DEBILITY. ETC.
THE proprietors have spent much time in
Il ing this preparation of Sarsap arla to its
sent state of perfection; and the experience OF iou'
teen years has furnished them the most ample
portunity to study, in their various iorms,tle
eases for which It is recommended, and to adapt it
exactly to their relief and cure. Patients VINO wish
really good Medicine invited TO give it 4 trial.
and satisfy themselves of its superiority and the in
valuable property it possesses Of arrestng and curing
disease The bottle has been enlarged to hold one
Quart, ami in its present improved orm may safely
claim to be the BEST and CHEAPEST medicine OF the
age. Its progress to the fame 1t has attained may
be traced by long line ofacts and cures that stand
as landmarks and beacons for the invalid, pointing
the way the haven of health, and what 1t has al
ready done for the thousands who have used it. it is
capable OF dong for the millions sti suffering and
struggling with disease. purifes, cleanses, and
strengthens the fountain springs OF lie, and lntuses
new vigor Throughout! the whole animal frame.
REMARKABLE CURE OFBRONCHITTS
New YORK, Feb. II, lS48
Messrs Sands:-Having suffered many years with
disease OF my throat affecting the larynx, during
physicians Europe and the United States, without
receiving any permanent benefit, but all the time
my general health and strength declining, and the
disease making fearful progress; caustic applica-
tons were used, and whatever else was thought
most efficient for producing cure; but lam confident
the deplorable situation was in, the aryngitis be-
ing accompanied with phthisis and great difficulty
in breathing, would soon have terminated my life.
had not obtained relief through the medium of
your invaluable SarsaparIlla. l must say, gentle
men, when [ commenced using the Sarsaparilla
did not place much confidence in its virtue; and this
will not surprise you, when are informed that
had tried more than fifty different remedies during
the past four years, without any success; but after
taking your Sarsapara few weeks, was obliged
at last to yield evidence. This marvellous spe-
cifc has not only relieved, but cured me; and
therefore think it my duty, gentlemen, for the bene
fit of suffering humanity to give you this attestaton
of my cure.
Yours, very truly, D. PARENT.
Consulate of France in the United States.
The above tement and signature were acknow-
lodged in our presence by Mr.. D. Parent as true
For the Consul General of France,
L.. BORG, Vice Consul.
New York, Feb II I848
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Uniontown, Union CO., Ky, May u, 1913.
From DR. TVm, T. Prentlss.

Mr. Built: In regard to your Sarsaparilla, viii
ay that have used it TO some extent in Cutaneous
Affections of long standing as Tinea Capetis, Lee
pra, Proriasts Scabies, Syphilitc Cachexia, and in
all diseases where the indication of cure seems to
consist in thorough change OF modification of the
fluids of the body with considerable success in con
junction with local tt eatment. Think | would pre-
ferit to any other pre- paraon of Sarsaparia in use
and any physician will admit its value upon learn
inr the substances that enter into its composition
Respectfully yours, w. T. PRENTISS, N. D
Lewisport KY, Dec. 4, 1871
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T CLINTON. MD. GHKNIGHT. c. E. EHKNIGHT
CLINTON, KNIGHT & BROTHER

DATENT Agents and Civil Engineers Pub
L lie landing,-6 doors east OF Main street
Cincinnati, Ohio.
Procure Letters Patent, Reissues, Extensions,
and Additional Letters Patent; enter Caveats
and disclaimers; attend to cases of Interference
defend or oppose disputed Patent claims; draught
assignments and contracts; make purchases and
effect sales Of Patent Rights, and advise dealers
in the same of the scope, value and validity OF
Patent Property
Procure British and other Foreign Patents,
Executive Designs, Drawings and Specifications
of Public Works, Projected Improvements and
Machinery.
Models, machines and communications con-
tanning descriptions o. Inventions received for
exhibition or record.
The Senior Partner, for several years past
member of the Examing Corps, OF the Patent
Office, Washington, D. c. and intimately ac-
quainted with the business of that burei u, can
be advantageously consulted by inventors who
have had cases delayed or rejected. Tsep IS II
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CATRo WHARF BOAT.

NJ n AALMA BLOCK, Cairo, III, is
60! now proprietor of the two large and sub
stantial Wharf Boats LOUISIANA and
SAM DALE. These Boats being thoroughly
repaired, and of sufficient size TO accommodate at
least 1900 tons of Freight. tie respectfully socle
cOBsignments, and promises due care in storing and
forwarding all articles entrusted to him.
6FBOAT STORES constantly kept on
hand, tor steamboatmen ana all others trading the
river.
3C5-The Cabin of the SAM DALE is fitted up in fine
style for the accommodation OF travellers and all
are invited to give him trial.
Cairo, H., Jan, 1850 jan3O If
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INSURANCE.
MUTUAL BENEFIT
LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

-s THISinsttution is distingm
III Others at home boad by az, or more
SaGSRS-9of the following pecullar1tles-
/. Where the premiums over $50, 1t requlrel
only quarter part in cash, instead OF the whole:
2 1t allows the assured to pay yearly, quarterly
monthly weekly.
3. No part of the profits are withheld, or divert
ed from the assured either in charity or otherwise
a. 1t has no loan, either nominal or real, to pay
interest for, having ficient capital funded, from
premiums received.
>. The assured can withdraw his profits, or have
them to accumulate year by year, at his option.
o. 1t assures to the age f67, instead of stoppin
90.
T. 1t declares the profits yearly instead of once in
five or seven years and issues scrip yearly 10 the AS
sured, bearing per cent interest-which scrip is
deemed in cash, when the profits amounted to $780,
600, or allowed to accumulate at the option OF the
Assured.
8: 1t enables a man to provide for his wife and
children in such way, that although he may lose
every thing they are safe; and all persons, whether
married or unmarried, to provide for Old Age, Sick
ness and Want as well as for Death
9. The Assured can surrender the policy at any
me after the hrst year, and receive its equitable
value.
10. At any time after the first year, the Assured
can borrow on the scrip issued, two-thirds ofis
mount,-so that he has nothing to fear from change
OF circumstances, or inability 10 pay the premium.
IL. Directors and Officers are chosen yearly; and
the Assured votes according to his interest.
II. The funds are all invested in United Statess
New \ ork, New Jersey and Massachusetts stocks.
and in Real Estate in New York and New Jersey
wholly unIncumbcred, and OF double the value loan
ed.
l3. II pays no Directors, no Auditors, no Solici-
tors 1t lends money to neither
Ia. 1t does not reckon the Assured year older
than he is-hUt from six months less to six months
more, to equalze the estimate between I'll par
Nes
Is The rates are lower, the expenses less, and TIL
profits larger, than with Foreign Offices; investment
here yielding from to per cent.-abroad only ape
cent-to say nothing OF 80 l3 per cent reserved;
OF interest allowed to those who furnish 'guarah
zee capital" at the rate OF per cent, every hun
dred pounds subscribed, for every ten pounds paid
in
To- Instead Of encouraging, every precaution is
taken to prevent, forfeiture the policy.
H. The liability Of the Assured is limited by Law,
to the amount OF lis premium note.
ALLEN c. HALLOOk, Agent.
VI. J. BRAY, NJ ID. Medical Examiner.
All persons wishing to make insurance on theil
own or on their friends LIVES, will please call up.
Water, and examine the terms and rates of the Com
pany. je l6-ly
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MEDICINES.

vents diseases attendant upon childb birth. In Cos
tiveness, Piles, Cramps, Swellin of the feet. De
spondency, Heartburn, Vomiting, Pain in the back
ing the Secretions and equalizing the circulation,
it has no equal The great beauty of this medicine
is, it is always safe and the most delicate use it
most successfully.
As beautifying agent it is far superior to all the
cosmetics and lotions in use, producing clear and
beautiful skin, rosy cheeks, removing ireckes and
pirnpIes hint to the young ladies sufficient.
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M 'LANES YERMIFUGE!!-The Inventor of a
w GREAT REMEDY for Formidable Dis
ease, has right to keep its use from his fellow
creatures So thought DR.. M'Lane when he was in
duced to offer his great remedy for worms TO the
public. A profound physician enjoying very large
practice, he did not 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 & Co. druggists to dispose Of
his right as discoverer, and the Vermfuge is for
sale in nearly every village and town ofthe country
1t is the sovereign remedy for worms.
For sale by
CRAWFORD BELL Agent,
Evansville Ia; Decker & Kramer, Jasper; John Stub
blefeld, Detachable Hill, P. o; Robt. Logan, High
Banks; S. S. Johnson, Petersburg; Thcs, Hornbrock
Union Debruler & Cron, Winslow; John Lynn
Lynnville; Chester Bethel, Boonville; A. Hager,
Newburg; R S 81 D. B. Hager. Rockport; Chas F
Leonard Mt Vernon; James NJ. Grimes, Springfield;
Humphrey & Co, Harmony; c Pelham & Co,
Schneesvil,e; Cox & Rohb, Paris; J Jaqus Posey
vile; w J Whiting, Cynhan: Williamson &
Yorkes, Owensville; w II Fisher Princeton; r B
Haock, Princeton; John B Gardner, Blairsville;
Daniel Archer q Co Columbia.
?. l. Gregory travelling Agent Country agents
can be supplied at c. Bells, Evansville, la. my1l
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CRAWFORD BELL 4
TOTEETAnITG

7 WOULD respectfully inform the Ladies that 1
L have splendid assortment OF Lasting. Morocco
fancv Sboes srifafe for p"Ttes &c; also The same
as The above f Misses, very neat assortment
Children'S Shoes of all kinds l have a complete
assortment, and will sell low for Cash at my Fiat
Store IN Main street near the river
My Lady will ever be present TO wait on the La
dies [mh27l A. DEtOE