davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The southern press., 1851-10-31
1.-THE SOUTHERN PRESS"

for the conduct of which, suitable Editors have been
eng aged who will also receive the aid OF number
OF emine mt and and able contributors.
There will be daily, tri-weekiy, and weekly
ssue--the latter to contain substantially, the same
matter as the former, and intended 10 reach those
points of the country whose mail facilities are limited
The paper will not be eTclitStuety polticaI-but
will embrace on It's broad sheet the General News OF
the day. Domestic and Foreign, by mail and tele-
graph Commercial and Agricultural lntellge nee,
Literary Criticisms, Original Essays, Literary and
Miscellaneous; and, in short, all those items of
general interest the collected aggregate OF which
constitutes the interesting and valuable Newspa-
per- Great care will be taken to give full and cor
rect Reports of the Proceedings and Debates in both
Houses OF Congress, as well as the action oil the
local Legislatures on the Southern question.
A limited number only of Advertisements will be
eceived-ihe main object being to furnish large
amount Of reading matter
The paper will be printed on sheet equal in size
to those OF the other Washington papers and the ma
terial will be procured especially Tor the purpose
II is confidently hoped that every true friend to the
South will aid in procuring subscribers and forward
the names, with the amount subscribed, to some
Southern Representative at Washington, forthwith.
Postmasters authorised by law TO remit sub
scrptions Tree OF postage
The southern press., 1851-10-31

ClXTY-ONE desirable lots, situated in the mos,
- hourishing parts Of the city and suburbs, for
sale on the most accommodating terms. Apply
to NJ. THOMPSON,
Office one door west of Jackson Hall, Pen
avenue March
The southern press., 1851-10-31
THE WEEKLY DISPATCH,

Whole number Of representatives 23l
The southern press., 1851-10-31

SPRING MILLINERY
NNTlLL be opened at Mrs. S. PARKER'S on
w Saturday, 18th instant, at 10 o clock.
!. PARKER IS new Fancy store,
March I2-3t. under National hotel.
The southern press., 1851-10-31
Ths oo,srnmsnt of ths united states "a

NC 0OvtIumrht ~ euO ChAeO" Ss~~~S
America, A. d., 1891.
The E1ecuttps.
MILLARD FiLLaoRE, OF N. Y, President.
WLLLAM r. KEe, of Ala, Pest ofthe Senate.
The Cabinet.
DANIEL WEBSTER, of Mass. Sec of State
THoAAs CoRwiS, Of Ohio, Sec. of the Treas.
CHARLEs M. CONRAD, of La. Sec Of War.
WmLIAM A. GRAHAM, of N. C Sec. of the Navy
A. ii. II. STUART, Of Va. Sec. of Interior.
NATHAN II. HALL, of N. Y. p. M. General.
JOHN J. CRIrrENDEN, of KY. Att. General
The Judiciary.
SUPREME COURT or THE UNITED STATES.
RoGER B. TANEV, of Maryland Chief Justice
JOHN MCLEAN, OF Ohio Associate
JAMES M. WAYNE, OF Georgia {"
JOHN CArRoN, ofTennessee Z"
JOHN MchISLEr, of Kentucky +"
PETER V. DANIEL, Of Virginia
SAMUEL NELSON, OF New York
LEVI WOODBURY., OF N Hamp
ROBERT G. GRIER. of Penn
The southern press., 1851-10-31
PROSPECTUS
(" THE SOUTHERN PRESS. -"

An association of sixty y-three Members OF Congress
Senators and Representatives, have constituted the
undersigned Committee 10 supenntend the esta-
biishment OF a Southern Press at Washington City,
TO be devoted to the exposition and defence oil South
ern Rights and nsututions-tle dissemination oi
correct inlormstion as to Northera Policy, and the
course of otical Affairs generally, without reference
10 the old party lines of Wing and Democrat Ar
Engagements are in progress, promptly to ensure
the issue Of such paper under the title OF
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
DR. ROGERS EIiyerWDrt and FaY,

4 AFE and Certain Cure for CONSUMPTION of the A LUNGS SETTING OF BLooD, CoUcHs CoLDS, ASTHMA PAIN IN TIE SIDE, BRoNCnIrIs, HooPISG CoUGH and all Pulmonary AfectIons
 OPINIONS OF THE PRESS
 The Louisville Journal says Dr. Rogers LIVER WORT and TAR not only gives immediate relief in Coughs and Colds, but from the testimony of men of the highest standing here and elsewhere 1t is making some very remarkable cures of Consumption"
 The Railway Register adds "We have heard 1t stated, by persons of great responsibility, who have used this medicine that n Is of the most remarla- be medicines of the age for Coughs, Induenza Bron- chitis Asthma Pain in the Side and Breast, Splitting of Blood Whoopng Cough and all Lung Complaints, which if neglected usually terminate in Consump- ton and the certificates attached to the advertisements would seem fully to justify this statement
 LIVERWORT
 This Plant has, for many years been found to be of singular virtue in the of Affections of the Liver. More recently asceraned that possessed great power in arresting bleeding the Lungs Coughs of chronic character etc.. and of essential service in all diseases of pulmonary character.
 T A R.
 This article is universally acknowledged to be the most healing and efficient application for diseased or decaying Lungs, CT any portion of the hcshy or muscular parts of the bLman body. It's medicinal and preservatiye qualities were understood by the Egyp tians in the early ages of the world and doubt exists among scientific men, that the preparation used in the embaImment ofbUdies, composed principally of this ingredient In later age 1t found to be in universal use among the aborgines of Amelca and dt this day 1t IS their principal and, in fact only medicine for unsound state of the Lungs: any approach to 1t. Those who acquainted with the history of lhis hardy race of men, know that death from ConsumI- ton is unknown among them! The medical faculty in all countries appear have become aware of the great healing properties of this article and now nroduc ing it in their practice. Dr. Buchan, of England; Dr. Crchton, of St. Petersburg; Dr. La Preure, of Paris and the distinguished pr. Cooper have been in the habit of combining it with other articles in their re scriplons and with entire success.
 Beware 9f C0uateyeits and base limitations! The genuine article is signed ANDREW ROGERS, on the engraved wrapper around each bottle
 PRlcE Sl per Bottle, or Six Bottles for 85. Sold Wholesale and Retail by
 SCOVIL & MEAD. Il3 Chartres street,
 between Cont and St. Louis sts. N. Orleans SOLE GENERAL AGENTS FOR THE SOUTHERN STATES. g5SoLD BY LOTT & GRANT, Hclena Arks Augus 2lth, I$5O.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
WHOLESALE and RETAIL STORE,
FPE.SI{ ANRIVAI.$!


 (AUT of which we are now offering great SS bargains in the following articles:
 4 great variety of Prints of every price and quality; Ladies Dress Goods, suitable for the approaching season; Staple Goods at lowest prices Fancy Silk Bornets; Childs Caps &c. Shoes < Boots, a superior and large supply, at reduced prices, for all persons.
 Hard Ware, Queens Ware; Cutlery; Sad dIery; Ready Made Clothing; Cloths and Gas smers-together with every other article usually kept in a Dry Goods House-to which we are now preparing 10 add Wholesale and Retail Grocery of Family and Plantation supplies, all of which we will sell as low as we can possi- bly, afford, as we are in favor of brisk trade if it only yields small profit
 Our large and commodious Cotton-Shed Is now ready for storing Cotton, and we are pre- pared to make liberal Cash advances or Cotton, on shipment to R. II. FRASER & Co, of New Orleans. We will barter for any amount of Dry Hides, or Cotton at the best prices the market will allow
 Our old Friends will please receive our best respects for past lavors, and remember us in the approaching season, and as many of the community in general as will favor us with a call shall see how we'll we can supply their wants, for very small amount of money, or on time to the punctual.
 Very Respectfully,
 MYRTLE & FRASER.
 Front Ro1c, Helena, Ark8.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08

TaVHIS medicine is purely vegetable, and pie. G ant in its effects and easy of administratio 1t may be given with the most perfect salea under any circumstances. It is warranted give entire satisfaction. This article has on to be known to place 1t above all other tr. remedies. We therefore refer the public to t Hon. John H. Harmanson, Louisiana; J. s. r. J. Chambliss. near Port Gibson, Miss: K. Wilkinson, Napoleon, Arks, William S. ton, Drs. Notes and Bowman, near Lake Pr. ldence; William W. Flynn, Ira Bowman s William Ferguson, Tensas river, La
 The above medicine is for sale by Wm. HOrner, at the Post office, in Helena, Arks.
 June l, 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
NEW FIRlI.
BAILEYS & HORNER,

FMyHE undersigned having purchased thee E tire Stock of GOODS belonging to the aa firm of BAILEY < RICE, respectfully ino1 the citizens ef Helena and the surrounds country, that they will continue the Mercana business, at the old stand in Helena.
 The patronage of the Customers of the la firm IS earnestly solicited, and the public gem ally are informed that we are determined to $ Goods at the lowest rates, for Cash or to pua tual customers. To Country Merchants a- River Traders especially, we would say, 2 and examine our Stock before purchasing es where.
 We are authorized to settle the business the old firm of Bailey 6 Rice, and respectful request all persons who are indebted to them. come forward and close the same by Cash. Note, as early as possible, as il is very desr hle and important to those interested that ' business should be closed without delay.
 BAILEYS 6 HORNER
 Helena, August 23, 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
WISTAR'S BALSAM.

Ihe Best Remedy EceT knOICR to man, EOR Coughs, Asthma, Colds. Group, Bronchitis, I lnhuenca, Bleeding of the Lungs Difficulty of Breathing, Liver Affections, Pain or Weakness ot the Breast or Side First Stages of Consumption &c
 A Physicians Remedy.
 For Affections of the Lungs Shorness of Breath &c
 SUSSEX County, N J, November $, 1847
 DEAR SIR: have been induced, in consequence of the benefit received faom your medicine tr add my testimony in favor of it's extraordinary healing pro peries Having been afflicted for several months with a severe lung disease under which 1 labored with shortness of breath and great bodily weakness was recommended by physician at Hackertstown, N. J. to try Dr. WISTAR BALAM OF WILD CHERRY, iich nol only gave me Ieef, but stor- ed my failing strength, and also impaired life and energy 10 my system can therefore, cheerfully recommend to all afflicted with lung diseases to try this Basam of Wild Cherry Resdecttully yours,
 THEODORE J. ALLEs. This medicine is regarded by Physicians and Drug gsts the standard remedy for Diseases of the Lungs and Chest, or for Coughs and Colds h their severe or mild forms. Read the following letter from an en- nent Physician and an extensive Druggist;
 Bowling Green, Ky. May 2l 1919 Gentemen-Your 'Wistar's Basam' Is good arti- cle feel safer i'll recommending 1t than any medicine for Coughs or Consumption that have ever sold.
 With most patent medicines have not confidence sufficient recommend them until they are thoroughly tried. and then they ofen cut worthless Such is not tae case with Wisurs Balsam of Wild Cherry. "It acts like charm! my customers often remark and my experience can testify
 Yours truV JOSEPH I Yo-xrf oyE
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
NEW GOODS.
Ep A. BLOUNT & BROTHER are now receiving their supply of FALL & NTER
 QOOW9a

They have recently and permanently To- cated themselves in Helena for the purpose of carrying on a general Dry Goods busi- ness, and do not intend to be undersold by any one, no matter whether he be Jew or Gentle.
 Our stock consists of large and splendid assortment of DRY GOODS, HARD WARE, READY-MADE CLOTHING BOOTS, SHOES, HATS and CAPS, and LADIES' BONNETS. A large and well selected assortment of Ladies', gentlemen's and boys SADDLES, lower than has ever been offered in this market before.
 CROCKERY, GLASS 0 TIN-WARE, and a number of articles too numerous to mention.
 We have just received a large lot oi
 ROPE & BAGGING, and can supply the Planters with this very necessary article; and after they bale up the staple in it, we will take great pleasure in shipping it for them. Give us trial, and we will do our best to please you.
 Helena, October 20, l649.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
STATE OF ARKANSAS, } CRITTENDEN CoUNTY. November term ot he Circuit Court, 4. ]
 1850. Joseph D. Wilcomb, Plaintif, ]

Samuel c. Pilkington, Defendant.
 NOW on this day comes the said Palms " by Attorney, and moves the Court 10 gr an order of publication in this cause;-and G Court being satisfied than writ of Attachmel had been issued in the cause, by the Clerk, af returned by the Sheriff of the county of On tenden State of Arkansas, showing that s,, Defendant could not be found in said corn, and being satfied that said defendant is m. resident of this State. It is therefore order. by the Court that publication be made of tS order in the Southern Shield, newsDann published in the town of Helena, in said S5f,, notifying said defendant that an attachmentI' I' been issued ont of said Court against his Fe,1 for the sum of two hundred and forty-seyeD ,ri 50-l00 dollars, and that unless he shall anno, by himself or Attorney, on or before the fH, day of the next term oi this Court, commencr' on the second Monday in May, A. D. l85S that judgment will be entered against him, sni his Estate sold to satisfy the same.
 Q. P. LYLES, C1ERk
 A true copy from the record.
 Attest: o. P. LYLES, CLERK
 January I5, 1851.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
STEAM!.ROATS.
Memphis, Arkansas $ White River United States Hail Line
 COUNTESS,
Capt. JAS. A. CREIGHTON,

Capt. JAS. A. CREIGHTON, H EAVES Memphis every Sunday and Thurs
 A day mornings at 9 a m, connecting at Napoleon with the Arkansas river Mail Boats, on Friday and Monday, and with the White River Mail Boats every Monday.
 Leaves Napoleon every Monday and Friday at o'clock p m, connecting ct Nemphis with the NashUWe and Cincinnati Packets. The Countess passes HELENA every Standby g. Thursday nights, at 6 o'clock, going doto11, and
 Every Tuesday &' Saturday mornings, at 6 o'clock going up.
 Will attend to all orders for Merchandise, and any business entrusted to her, with care and at- tention.
 Shippers and the travelling community may rely on her regularity and punctualiy.
 November l6, 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
BEWARE OF COUNTERFEITS.

BEWARE OF COUNTERFEITS This medicine has attained that high character which IS necessary for all medicines attain induce put forth spurious article the risk of the lives ofthose who are innocentiy deceived. LOOK WELL TO THE MARKS OF THE
 GENUINE
 They have the written signature of c. M. JACKSON upon the wrapper and the name blown in the bottle, without which they are spurious.
 For sale, wholesale and retail, at the
 GERMAN MEDICINE STORE. No. 120 ARCH Street, one door below sixth, Hate of PTS Race street Philadelphia and by respectable dealers generally throughout tie country. Also, for sale by Messrs. NASH d GRANT, l1ele- na, Arkansas. Dec. T. 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
HICKS & BUMPASS. WHOLESALE 8. REI.4IL DEALERS, In French, British, India, and American Staple and Fancy DRY GOODS. Hats,

Staple and Fancy DRY GOODS. Hats,
 Caps, Bcots, Shoes, &c.
 A RE now opening one of the best selected HA stocks of Goods ever offered in the South, consisting in part of fine dress Goods for the Ladies: Fancy Silks, Berages, Silk Tissues, French Lawns-a great variety; Linen Lus- tres, French Ginghams, Chintz, Embroidered Tarltons, Lace Capes, French worked Capes, Collars, &c.
 Also, splendid stock of Gentlemen's SUM MFR GooDs; Fine Clothes, Cassimeres, and Vestings; Irish Linens, bleached Domestcs, Shirtings; and everything usually kept in dry goods store; which they are selling low for cash or to punctual dealers on the usual time. They invite the people of Phillips and the ad Joining counties to give them a call and examine their Goods and prices before purchasing elsewhere.
 Heiena, June Is, 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
TAILORING.
.y.EgBa ESY.RBEEsEE.gEE.y'T,.

gMYfIE undersigned having opened Shop (n
 B the room on Front street, one door south of the store-room lately occupied by A. Stolz,) for the purpose of carrying on the Tailoring business in all its various branches, tenders his services to the people of Helena and Phillips county generally. Having had many years experience as a cutter and practical Tailor, he Aatters himself that he will be able to render entire satisfaction to all who may favor him with their custom. Ii. REED.
 Helena, Joluarq IS, 1851.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
.PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD COMPANY.

EAT ILL be prepared to transport MFR VW CHANDISE from PHILADELPHIA to PITTSB URGH in anticipation of the open. ing of the Eastern Division of the Pennsylvania Canal, say on and after the TWENTIETH of FEBRUARY, at the following rates, viz: For lst Class-Dry Good, Hats, Boots, and Shoes, Drugs, Books, Stationery,
 &c., at $l per l00lbs. For 2d Class-Hardware, Queensware, Groce- ries, Paint and Dyestutfs, Oils,
 &c., at 80 cents per l00bs. For Sd Class-Coffee, Leaf Tobacco, Iron, Guano, Bacon, Beef, Pork, &c.,,
 at :...:.. so cents per 1GOlbs. For 4th Class-,Tar, Pitch, Resin, Ashes, Mar ble, Pig Iron, Bricks, &c. at 50 cts per O0lbs.
 H. H. HOUSTON,
 Freight Agent, Penna Railroad Co. No. 274 & 276 Market street, Philadelphi N. B.-Goods going East by our Road should be consigned to
 McFADEN &. .COVODE,
 ssa Pittsburgh.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
Helena, JantQry II, 1851
By EXnress,

HNlNE Gold Lockets, Bracelets, Ear-rin, IA Fnger-rings, Gold Collar Buttons, Ca Studs, Watches, &c., this day received. by
 HICKS &J BUNPASS J0122I0ry II. 1851
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
70 lie Frierads of mprouemenH

FEEERS, CHLLLS, S'c., of every dcscripdo. Can be cured in q few hours, without deb
 tatng the system in the least, with the
 Mississippi Fever Tonic, Prepared by JAMES E. FLOWERS. of Grand cn
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
I I | t I | |

Read the following letter received by mall
 Mobile, Ala. January 3, 1850 Dear Sir-Las November i was taken with a cold which l neglected, and found daily to grow worse tried various remedies to no purpose Your WIS. TAR'S BALSAM being recommended to me 1 com. menced using it, with little or confidence in its vir- tues, but, contrary to my expectations l soon was relieved and am now entirely cured. l am taking the fifth boe and feel heartily thankful for its good effects. Respectfully,
 MICHAEL CHERRY. To Scovil & Mead, New Orleans
 I ' I q T rt | Beware of Countefes and imationS--Syrups and all other preparations of Wild Cderry Remember they only mltaet the name, with possessing the vil- tues. Buy none but the genuine and original DR. WISTARS BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY Signed Sanford & Park" on the wrapper around each bottle.
 3J Sold wholesale and reail by
 SCOVIL & MEAD, ll3 Chartres str't.
 Between Cont and St. Louis New Orleans
 General Agents for the Southern States. Aug. 31 1850
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
so D F Gl I3 A Ql s Gl Q 5 l D.
LIVER COMPLAINT,

Jaundice, Dyspepsia, Chronic or Nervous Debility, Disease of the Kidneys, and all Diseases arising from Disor- dered Stomach, such as Const patton, inward Piles'
 FullneSs, or blood to the Head,
 Acididity
 of the Stomach, Nausea, Heartburn, Disgust for Food, Fullness, or Weight in the Stomach, Sour Erucations, Sinking or FIuttering at the Pit of the Stomach, Swimming of the Head, Hurried and difficult Breathing, Fluttering at the Heart, Chok- ing or Sutfocang Sensa-
 tOns when in a Lying
 Posture, Dimness,
 of the Vision,
 Dots, or
 Webs
 before the
 Sight Fevel
 and Dull Pain in
 the Head Deficiency of Perspiration Yelowness of the Skin and Eyes Pain in the Side, Back, Chest, Lmbs Sc-. Sud den hushes of Heat, Burning m the Flesh, Constant maginings of Evil, and great Depression of Sprits.-can be etfectualy Cured by
Southern shield., 1851-03-08

EMVHE BULLETIN will leave Memphls on -M Wednesday, the 9th October, and New Orleans the following Wednesday, and each city every other Wednesday following, throughout the season.
 The CONCORDIA will leave Memphis or "Wednesday, the 25th September, and New Or port every other Wednesday following.
 Ey These boats will attend regularly to all plantation business from the bends and all other points between the above ports, and respectfully solicit the same. They promise punctuality regularity, speed and good accommodations.
 September 2l, 1850.
Southern shield., 1851-03-08
Boots & Shoes
French Clothes.

Trench Clothes. E JUST reed, splendid lot French Cloa. eD Cassmeres, Vestings, Kid Gloves, S. Gloves, new style Dress Trimmings, &c. C. and eXamine-prices unusually low-terms. commodating.
 HICKS & BUMPASS.
 -Nqin Sree. Helena, JanuQrY II, 1851.
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-12-13

WpOgsEEST HloNAMEE, MAKER OF SUR
go, GlCAL AND DENTAL INSTRUMENTS,
asks the attention OF Physicians and Dentists to his
stock, which will be found to comprise all kinds oil
Dental and Surgical instruments, Trusses Cutlery &C.
He likewise to order and repairs all descriptions
of Instruments. Thankful for the liberal patronage he
has already received he trusts to be able to merit con-
tnuance OF it, by increased business facilities and de-
termination give entire satisfaction to his patrons.
MAIN STREET, opposite American Hotel.
apUssCEAI. f.ADb q co.. DkL GG1ST
81 DEALERS In PAINTS, OILS, DYES
WINDOW GLASS, &C., offer for sale at low prices
large and well selected stock embracing the following
in part
$500 lbs best Nader
1900 lbs superior Indigo
80 kegs super Carb Soda
rs lbs Blue Mass
80 lbs Hydriodate Potass
20 bbls Logwood
$500 lbs Extract LogwooG
IS bbls Spts. TGrpentine
40 boxes variegated Soap
500 do refined Borax
bbls refined Camphor
100 groce friction Matches
so boxes ground Pepper, Allspiee, Ginger
10 bbs No. Castor Oil
30 boxes Pearl Starch
$50 baskets Sweet Oil
300 No. l Nutmegs
200 ounces Suph. Quinine
600 boxes Window Glass, French and
American
400 kegs White Lead dry and in oil
30 bbls Biake's Fire Proof Paint
And the usua assortment of Patent Medicines, Fan.
cy Articles, &c. &c.
PURCELL, IADD & CO., Druggists,
fe29 90 Main st., corner l4th