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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

Droggels, Rugs and Stair Rods.
Floor and Furniture Oil Cloths ali widths and
qualities.
Piano and Table Covers 10 every variety
All the above stock has been selected with the
greatest care from the largest establishments in the
couatry. Purchasers will find il greatly to their
advantage 10 give call before purchasing, as
we are enabled to sell lower than any house in the
city aud on most accommodating terms. Don't
mistake the name and number
G.. S. GRIFFITH, II Bait ST.,
Between Tripoetts Alley and Gay street.
October %, 1851.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

G."All pleasures lsays John FOSTER
must be bought At the expense Of pain; the
difference between false pleasure aud true,
Is lust this for the frae the price is paid
before Jon enjeyie; for the falls, afterwasdn
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

IL Some people think that the hear. -
neveree Affected sill L has undergone batse.
~ q exaggerated phrase; and they dive
nails into Us b way Of touching onr fsel;nrs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20
70 THE PUBLIC.
S! Ga. s 90 ~ e e s.

TIME piidersigred would respectfully can the
Il atieptfan' c the public 10 bis splsRdid assorl-
~mels oi WAX on hand al present consisting Of
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

s 4 fellow coming out Of tavern one
icy moruing, rather blue, fell on the door
step Trying TO gain his footing, he re-
marked, -"if as the Bible sayS the wicked
stand on slippery places l must belong to
different class, for It is morethan | can .da y
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20
Entii'c New stock Of
F.HLL CIR TING s.

n $. GRIFFITH, No. ~ Baltimore street, has
Vt. Just received and is now prepared 10 exhibit
one OF The most splendid assortment OF Fall Car
peting ever offered in this market; among which
may be found,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

IT, ;fOuntryman once brought a piece
Of boars ID, an artist, with the request that
he wouEilpaint upon it ST. Christopher, as
large at Nfe. "But,9f returned the artist
"that bCa u is much too small for that pur-
pose" .TSle eountryinau looked perplexed
: At thiss Unexpected discovery. sThat's a
bad jobt aaid he, "but lookee sir, ye can let
his feet irng down over the edge of the
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20
New Goods.

yTTE have just received large and full assort-
w rnebt Of
Fall and Winter Goods.
which wyiI Be sold al the most reduced prices
The stock is complete one to which we invite The
public generally. KERNEY & HILL
Shephefdstewn, Sept. II, 1851.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20
GAWRELT,,S HOTET.

~ CAkRELL respectfully announces to the
III p4sblic thai the Hotel Is stilI omen or arcom-
m1odaitsn Ct prisons passing or visiting Harperss
fetry. The Premises have undergone thorough
painting and eleansing-and she i prepared 10 ae-
com p19tat. y style not surpassed on the route
she tnFkes he patronage Of The travelling public
HarRars Ferry Sept. 20, 1850.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1851-11-20

DUCKWHEAT FLoUR, Just received 81
- OF % EBl s SON.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
To Officers, Soldiers, Widows, and
other Claimants,

HNflE subscriber having made arrangements
with Vespasian Ellis, Esq, OF Washington
Il City, hereby gives notice that he is prepared
toprosecu,r Bounty Land Pension and other claims
upon government with facility and on favorable
terms.
The principal classes Of cases ofland bounty and
pension claims which now exist, and the general
principles on which they rest are as ioGws to wit:
lstLand Bounty is due TO oil officers, nom commits
stoned officers musicians, or prlva,es, whether reg
ulars volunteers, rangers or militia, who served in
the war OF 1912, unless they have heretofore recei-
we'd land bounty Also, to all such served in any
of the Indian wars since 1880; aud also the commits
stoned officers who served in the war with Mexico,
TO wit. Those who enlisted tor one year and served
months To 100 acres those who enlisted for six
months and served imonhs TO 80 acres. All those
who served over month TO 40 acres. The widow
OF n soldier who was killed in battle, is entedto 100
acres 1.-THE officer or colder is dead the widow is
entitled to the huunty. II there be no widow, the
MINOR hons OF the officer or soldier are entitled TO
the hourty
ID Pensions for Life are due TO Nil widows Of
revolutionary officers and soldiers If they were mar
ried prier,o 1900.
3D. Increased pensions are due TO all snch widows,
if their husbands were pensioners under the act OF
1918.
All communications addressed TO me on the
above subjects will receive prompt and respectful at
enton Po.tarepaid on all letters sent through the
Post Office Ottawa, nov 9 VI. T.. loLLlsrER.
Al al Ia,r and Land Agent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Illinois and Michigan Canal.

NOTICE is hereby given, that the board OF Trus.
~ tees Of the Illinois aud Michigan Canal, will
offer for sale, Mt public auction, IN the city of Chi
cago, commencing on the ninth day OF May next,
l7272l acres OF land lying on both sides of said Ca
nal, and within five miles OF the same, between
Chicago and La Sale.
The Board will also offer at the same time and
place, all the unsoJ lots belonging to the Canal, ly-
ing in the city OF Chicago, and towns Of Lockport
Joliet, DuPage, Kankakee, Morris. Ottawa, and
In Sale.
The terms OF the sale are. one. fourth CASH, the
residue OF the purchase money IN three annual IN.
staments, with interest at six per cent per annum
payable annually in advance.
This sale is made under authority granted by the
state Of Illinois, as set forth IN the acts OF Feb 81
1919. March J. 1915. and in the deed OF trust execu
teddy the Governor OF the state, June &C. lSi5, ant
duly recorded in the counties of Cook aud VIII.
Office ofthe Board of'rrstees of the Illinois nnC
Michigan Canal Feb 6, 1851. i22-39
WILLIAM IL SWIFT,
DAVID LEAVlTT,
JOSEPH b. WELLS,
Trustees of m a. Mich Canal
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
- 10000 Grse. s1a no" a.
waiting p chasers tiny Farm and
Nursery on The rest side Of For Rirsr


near DAYTON, and five miles north-wcs, of Ottawa.
They consist OF nearly
300 Varieties Of Apple,
And great variety OF Pears. Plums, and Cherries,
which have been selected with care aud great ex-
pense from the most popular and approved Nurse
rles in the Union, embracing nearly all tn. standing
varieties in the eastern and southern states the fruit
OF which II is confidently believed, cannot tail to suit
the most delicate and refined pala,es.
The subscriber assumes with confidence that he
has the greatest rarieiy and most splendid aSsort
mept TO be found in northern Illinois. The trees
are from 10 3 years OF age, and ranging from to
feet IN height, and well proporiioned
|, is believed that the lamentabe remissncss on
the part OF farmers every where observable IN plan
ting fruit trees is mostly attributable 10 the almost
total failure IN most cases, where trees have been
transpnnied from distance, and the hbrous roots
on which the tree relies fol lis nuirimcn, have be-
come dead from too long exposure to dry air or Sc
we're ros,s after taking them up, either OF which is
fatal TO It's growth Blu, these endorsements no
longer 9xst. The farmer can now be supplied in
his own vicinity with the number and variety he
wishes grown IN the same soil and climate in which
they arc to be transpancd.
1.-THE trees are taken mp in the spring, il should be
done soon after the frost is out OF the ground-at NIL
events before the leaf begins to put forth II taken
up in the fall they should be buried until spring.
Apple trees at the Nursery Ia cents; nll other
kinds. IS cents WELLS WAIT.
Dayton, Jan 10 lS50--u
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
To Officers and Soldiers,

WHethfr Regular. Volunteer, Rangers, or Wilitid,
Of the Var Of l5la, Nsrican, and all Indian
Wars since 1890, tBldch Hapks Wan inciuded }
4 LII you who have not received bounty lands
~ are now entitled 10 them, and can obtain lnior.
nation and assistance in procuring them BY calling
npon the undersigned at his Pension, Bounty Land,
Patent, and Genera Agency Office or by letter post
paid. Having had several years experience in the
public departments at Washington CITY he is ena-
BLEED to rendsr efficient service TO those having BUSH
ness OF any de scnpuon before either ofthem.
Office IN the Court House, Joliet. Illinois
4 + PATRICK. attorney at Lar
Reference Senators and Representatives con-
gress from Illinois Hon, VIM Reddick and John
Hise, Esq Ottawa Hon J, a. Matteson and Hon
VIM. E. Little, Joliet. Oct II, ls5O-lOf
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Notice.

IN the ash DAY of July, \. d lSi9, F.. S lc-
~ land purchased al a sale for the taxes thereof
the SEQ OF sec ) town 80 north range east. Also
Ell ncq and the sw incq OF sec 10 town % north
range for the taxes and costs due thereon for the
year 4 d 1878 On the 27IE July, 4 D 1919, T..
Y GrIgg purchased al the same sale, ot2 in block
10. Ottawa Centre, aud on the same day, George
II Norris at Tive same sale, lot > IN block - and lot
in block p, town OF Ottawa, tor The taxes and
rosts due thereon for \. D lSiS-all ofsad proper
" being IN In Sale county The time for the re-.
dempron OF said property expire two years from
the sad days OF sale april )
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
ADMINISTRATORS No,icc.

4 Ii persons having CLAIMS against the estate
n Of Miss Mary Goyer late OF the county Of
De Kslb, and state OF Illinois, decreased are hereby
notified and required 10 presen, the same at the court
OF Probate 10 br holden IN Sycamore, in Snd coun-
~ OF De Kalb on the third Monday ~ June next
for adjustment and settlement, and all persons in
debted 10 said estate are required 10 make immed-
ate payment 10 the undersigned
Somonauk, Feb Is WM II EDpy. Admir-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Notice

rs hereby given, that al n sa'e OF lands and town
l lot, for the taxes thereon due the county OF La
Sale and state OF Illinois for the year OF 1919, held
at the court house, in Ottawa, IN said county in Iu
ly 1919 purchased the following tracts OF and on
the day OF the month lhereunto annexed.to wit
50 acres VIII NV sec II town "a range July 25
III acres en- sw sec % town % range 3 do do
S0 acres ell nv SEC II town 81 range do do
l7i-l00 nwq sec Is town 80 ranges July .6
The time ofr.dempton Of said lands will expire
two years from said date oipurchase.
march 80 WIN REOpICK.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
E,,o,, nj William ,fly,yn deceased


DURSUANT to an order OF the county court OF
i La Sale county, notice Is hereby given, that all
persons having claims against The esatr OF William
Alberts, late Of La Sale county deceased are re-
CURED to produce the same IN writing and tile them
in said court on the 1T Monday OF May next when
and where said claimants requested 10 attend tor
the purpose of having their claims adjusted in pUrsu
nnce inv mar IS t. VI GALLOWAY, Admir-.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
NOTICE,

IShereby given, that al sale Of lands md town
/ lots orthe taxes and coststhereon, due the roun
~ Of La Sale and state of Illinois for the year 1913,
held at the court house, in Ottawa, in said county,
on the 18th day Of July, 1919, purchased lots No.
, and in block in the town OF Peru
The time OF redemption OF said lois will expire
? years from said date Of purchase
april l2 G. II NoKHis
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

WHEN IS a Mas DRuSR f--This question, says
the local Of the Washington Republic, We believe
has never been satisfactorily decided, but case
arose the other night that ought TO be regarded
as q sufficient test:
1.-Two gentlemen Of no little note in neigh.
boring country happened in their ramble through
Washington to get pretty tight, as men are said
to be when intentionally loose and In an Mt.
tempt to return to their hotel. blundered into the
door Of a roomi which steam engine had work.
cd itself into tolerable rage. 'Chu chu ehu
phis y went the machine while great drum
whzsed around most furiously. What's this I
exclaimed one Of the gentlemen. "A steamboat
said the other TO bs sure it is, eaid tho first
didn't know that Boy, what boat is this |,
Tho PbDnix,' said the phonetic boy, speaking in
two syllablss What's the passage, boy One
fifty said tho knowing imp Well, here's tho
money said tho gentleman, show us our berth.
Walk an said the boy. The gentlemen walked
aft,ths boy walked forward, and is perhaps still
doing 30 with cool three in his pocket"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

NOTICE l. hereby given, that ! will Offer for
~ sale at the door OF the Court House. in Oua-
wa, on Monuny the 5Ih day OF May next, the fol-
lowing described real estate OF the estate OF Thomas
Collgan, licensed
The north west quarter of sec 90 town 81, n, z
3 T. of the 3 p NJ. MhRTlS MuRRAv,
Ottawa march 90 1851 32.6 idn'r.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Estate If Huh ANen decsaSea

NOTICE Is hereby gwen that Twill make nppli-
~ cation to the county court Of La Snlle county,
on the 81 Monday in May next, tor an order to
sell the lands and enemenis belonging to the estate
of Hugh Allen, deceased, or n much thereof ms
may he necessary to pay the debts Of snd deceased
at which time and place NIL persons interested nre
requested tonppearsnd show cause why said real es-
tate should not be sold forlhe purpose aforesaid.
march ~ D,virt BLhEr, admir-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Exam, of godftey pnr,ley. d.rer,el

NOTICE Is merely given that Will make appi
" cation u the county court of La Sale county
on the third Monday IN June next, Tor an order to
sell the lands and enemcnls belonging to the estate
OF Godfrey Parsley decd or as much hcreoias may
be necessary pay the debts OF the sand deceased
at which Time aud place, all persons interested, are
requested TO appear and snow cause why said rea!
estate should not be sold Tor the purpose Aforesaid
Aprl, -. ID GREEN, idm'r.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Take Nytice

THAT on the 18th and 26h day. of july. 1919 ~
a sale by the sheriff for the delinquent take, ut
Is 49, purchased the following lands and ,o,s for the
taxes and costs due thereon for b ISIS
80 acres nh swg see . 7 20 y K 3 L
50 wh SEQ - -
IS "ns pit seq & sfrsvq" 80 /"
40 " sw Sc "2i 81 5"
40 Sc ga So " 9"
lot block s in the town Of Nnawa
9 Peru
All IN La Sale county. Illinois, and Tint the time
Of redemption from sand sale will expire on the 2jth
and 26ih DAYS of July, 1851 t.. y GRIGGS
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Eth. Of Lorcl Inn. I. .i.c.n,.l

NOTICES hereby gwen that | wii make appli-
y cation 10 the county court nj la Sale county
on the lst Monday OF MAY next tor an order to
sell the lands aud trnemen's belonging 10 the cs-
tne of loyrl kmhnll, deceased, "r as much
thereof rs may be- necessary pHy The debts Of said
deceased nj which time and place all persons inter-
csred are requested TO appear and show cause why
aforesaid mar Is 20 J. V. A. Hos, admir-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
administrator Notices.
Estate Of lITaiaa Stalien, deceased.

Estate ~ " iNdn SfdI,Isi,, deceased
NOTICE is hereby given that | will make app-
~ cation 10 the county court of la Sale rounty
on the 81 Monday Of June next, for an order lo
Of VIM. SIadden, decreased, or n much thereof ~
may he arccssary 10 pay the debts OF SAID deceased
at which time and place all persons Interested are
requ sted tn appear and show cause why sand rra.
estate should not be sold tot The purpose aforesaid
Apul -. DAVID GEtEy, admir-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

"'''--V V''-'77''7''
DCRSIAN / To an order at the county cour. Of
/ kendn. county, uurcr Is hereby gwen. that all
persons having claims against the estate of Jacob
Jacobson late OF Kendall county licensed are re-
qured 10 pro. ucr h- ,7nc IN wrl,nr and filc them
IN said court on IN" firs' Monday In Nav next,
when and wherr sud cloln'nl, alc requested 10 al
tend TO- The purpose ui having their claims adjusted
IN pursuance OF Iaw. SILvi>v- krND,rr,
nllrCh -! 1851 "a iItnIMINtrltnr.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
To Officers. Soldiers. widows and
Heirs Of deceased Soldiers.

4 ID TAkE NOTICE., that the undersigned are
"A on hand as usual, 10 procure your bounty lands,
pensions, back and extra pay, nj nominal rates, low
er than ever Having had considerable experience
in this business, and being in direct correspondence
pith The Departments OF the Government having in
charge the adjustment OF such CLAIMS we are certain
We can do your business to your entire satisfaction
When We not successful in in securing claims OF
this kind, we never charge, Call and see AT our
law and lind agency office. NORRIS & FISHER.
Nov. L. l3j0-if
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Lsioie of Canute Richardson, deceased.

Esidte Of tdnute Richardson, afcfdsed.
NJ Office is hereby gwen that vii make ap-
IN plication 10 the county cour, of La Sale
county Oh the 81 Monday in June next, for an or.
der to sell the lands and tenen rns belonging TO the
estate OF Canure Richardson, deceased. or ms much
thereof as may he necessary to pny the debts ofsaid
deceased a, which Tune and place nil persons inter.
esled are requested 10 appear and show cause why
said real estate should not h. sold for the purpose
ioresaid april II LARS Larson. admir-.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

'sFoua AND Twenty FnpLrns--I,y a singular
imitation sfFrnch customs and Louis plv, King
Charles introduced band Of twenty.four violins,
.ftik majestic organ, into tho service fthe Roy.
~ Chapai, ct whitehall. Tom D'Urfey made HE
kosnR upon the Innovation, "rour-and twenty ed.
Nm 81 in row. The King iunsdiatsly With.
P6fv1 Ne pewnusIe ''' g,e ~
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

Machinists and Millers.
Betting, Siea m Picking. Water
elOse.
DATENT Stretched Lrnther Betting received
L Premium in New York. Vu'cnniyei Rub.
her Betting, Twill not stre,ch,) for elevators; md
open Belts, superior article. Rubber Hose.
TOR conducting water superior TO any other. Rub
her Packing, ias, superceding every thing else
tor making steam joints.
Mill stones Boiling cloths, and Mill materials in
general
ALSO-Todds Improved Portable Mill
IRON PROOF STAFFS,
One Of which every Merchant Mill should have
ST. Louis, 2l7 Main street,
Feb l. c. &C. Tom.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Administrator, Notice

NOTICE shereby given, that by virtue sfon or
shall, ms administrator oithe estate OF y h. Wagner,
deceased sell at public auction. 30 the highest bid.
der the eth day OF May 1851 at the court house
in Ottawa, all the interest OF the SAID deceased IN
the following described real estate. to wit:
The VIII Of the seq Of see II town 80 north range
east of 81 principal meridian.
Apu II, ] II WAGNER, admir-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
CASH ADVANCES MADE ON CONSlGNMENTs.

KeleWnG 20 our card nh0ve. we lakf tNs o1rusil.l
To solicit consignmeuls of merch1ndzc either iur
sale here, or forwarding TO other points.
We shall coniue ourselves 10 \ commission and
forwarding business aud feel confident IN assuring
you TINT our experience in business, and ncquanl-
ance generally in the country, wit enable us to give
any business with which we may be favored, the
most satisfactory attention.
Any person wishing to have groceries ofany kind
orany other article purchased in $, Louis or New
Orleans aud shipped 10 them, cav have it done L.
sending their orders to us. for q per cent on the
money invested PrrSonsdonC retail huspessarr
weere west of Detroit or in any other direction car
depend upon having heir orders filed tas low ratc-
they send to us, and perhaps ower than they couli
by coming themselves. Every attention shall be q.
ven To having goods put in good order and shipped
at ow rates, however small the amount NAV he TIN
is sent to US TO be- Invested. 1t shahe done prompt
" and to order M,rTEsoN & PRESTON.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
20 Fox River House, FL
~ Ottamd, Oil. -

THIS popular establishment continues IN 'ulI ope
l. ration, and lis accommodations aTr inferior 70
bone IN the country Travellers will always ind
the table supplied with choice game, and every deli
cacy the country affords. 4 continuance Of the IL
brral share Of public patronage heretofore extended
is solicited. aug 6, i9-ii
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Jnsuraure.
1nsurauee.
~,
PROTECTION
AGAINST LOSS AND DAMAGE BY
FL N A.

Or the Perils of Navigation.
4 Sageni for the Protection fRSa'aRcs C0mpI-
"A no, OF Hartford Conf ecucut, the undersigned
Is authorized TO Issue
POLICIES OF INSURANCE,
duly executed by ih,s old, well known, and highly
responsible institution upon the most liberal terms,
The great resources OF this Company have enabled
I, 10 pay all losses which have occurred urder is
poacles IN the United States and Brush Provinces
daring the last - years, while various other compa
MES have failed TO discharge their liabilities. APP
.y 10 apul l2-iw e. BURR,
AGENT for Ottdira aud La Sale County
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03

Opinion, ~ ~ dssirs Of lasting fame. spur
1sultlss asueatftl. q. sa.s 81 n
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
Gotr's.
virginia Hotel,

DY JOHN II. STARR. Corner of Maine and
Green Streets, 81 louis No.
THIS house Is located in the business part of the
city and for room and comfort, is equal to any
hotcl in the city, merchants, and Others visiting the
tage to stop AZ this house. Their charges are mo-
derate, and Accommodations OF the best quulity.
march % | l. 33-ly
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1851-05-03
The Knox Insurance Company
FIRE, MARINE AND LIFE INSURANCE.
CAPITAL STOCK 100000.

OJic. on IIa.er street, IN IVise's Brick R0w
ImCeHHes. Ia.
THIS Company having been duly organized, and
| ten pet cent. pad IN on the capital stock sub
Scrlbed, and the balance secured by mortgage on
Real estate aud by personal guarantee are now pre-
pated to effect Insurance against Loss or Damage
By Fire, on Buildings, Merchandise, Machinery,
Manufactures audall description OF property also,
Merchandise, and Produce in the course OF inland
transportation, the risk OF the seas, &c, Il; also,
the huils OF steamboats, and other vessels and upon
the lives OF individuals going 10 California. The
rates OF premium viii be as low as those OF any 9TH
thcr responsible company
All losses literally adjusted and promptly paid.
The stock oihe company Is heldentlrely IN the west,
md controlled by western men, and IN no way con-
nected with New York.
DIRECTORS:
Hon X n. CARSAy, Vncennes,
". J. HEsERD, do
lSo. W. MADDOX, do
lAcoD PEA, do
SAMUEL WISE, do
PETER ?. BAILEY, Fort Wayne;
THOMAS T, BENBRiD6E Lafayette
WALTER w. EARLY, Terre lloue;
Henry ID. ALLls, Evansville;
SIMON BoTToRfr Jacksonville
WILLIAM liusnEs, do
LEVI SPARKS, do
JAMES kEiGwIY, do
c. " ALLEN Sec. X. n. CARNAN, Pres.
w. J HEBERD, Treasr ). BorrosFF, Y. r.
Short Life and California risks taken n, this agen.
cy at extra rates A. b. SMITH, Agent.
Ottawa Dec II, lS50-f