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The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21

SLAVERY Preferred The following notice
from the obituary department of the New York
Herald shows that, so far from the condition of
slavery being always one of unmitigated hardship,
it is sometimes preferred;
''Died in this city, the 3st of July, of apo
plexy, Laura, colored woman, who had lived in
the family Of Mr. S. M. Isaacks for forty four
years. She was purchased slave, in South
Carolina, at the age of 10, and although she be-
came free by the laws OF this State in 1925, she
would never accept her freedom, but preferred re-
naming in the service of the family during life.
She was most faithful servant, of good morals
and strict integrity, and truly attached TO the fam
ly, who mourn her loss as worthy old friend.
Her remains were followed by the hrst, second,
resting place in New York Bay Cemetery"
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21

REwARDEp.--Hon Hopkins L. Turney, late U.
S. Senator from Tennessee, ran for the Legislature
Of that State, in Franklin county, ut the late cleo
ton, and, although il was a strong Democratic
county, Mr.. Arledgc, the Wing candidate, was
elected by ass majority. The cause was that Mr..
Turney disunonist, and opposed to the Com
promiso bills.-Baliimore Clipper
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21

FARcIcAL.-The Charleston Mercury tried to
make the most of the army officers refusing to let
the Moultre Guards dine at Fort Moultrie. The
degree Of popular indignation, which that offence
could excite, having subsidized, something else was
important to keep up a respectable agitation. The
Mercury thought # was opportunity presented by
children, whom the sentinel on duty would not al
low to land on the island.
at is manifest from this" forthwith cried the
Mercury, 'sthat the troops under orders to treat
the people of South Carolina as enemies - and the
editor averred Justify that the thing could not be
longer borne, and something must positively be
done a correspondent, calling himself "barn-
well, )" was even more enragcd. He declared that
it was necessary for the Legislature to meet imme-
diately, and the people Of Charleston should assem-
BILE at once in arms, and drive the "myrmidons and
ncendiaries," meaning the United States soldiers,
out Of the city.
The sequel Of the story is, that The next day the
Mercury published letter from the commanding
officer stating that the sentinel who would not let
the party land was a raw recruit, who misunder-
stood his orders, which were merely to prevent the
introduction OF whisky, citizens generally being
allowed TO visit the fort at their pleasure. What
next Richmond Times.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21

A Brave OFFIcER.-It s stated that when the
mob pressed around, with a view to effect rescue
of the fugitive slave recently arrested at Buffalo,
the United States Commissioner proclaimed in a
loud voice, and in a very emphatic manner, as
follows:
al want to cay to you colored people that have
made the order to carry of this man. and there will
be force to execute it, telegraph or no telegraph;
and if any of you resist you will be shot down"
Very good.-N. Y. Journal of Commerce.
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21
The MANUFACTURE OF Stoves IN ALBANY.-The
Albany Register publishes some statistics Of the

The MANUFACTURE OF Stoves IN ALBANY.-The
Albany Register publishes some statistics of the
manufacture of stoves by two firms in that city
"The engines used in each are of forty five horse
power. The three furnaces, which used eleven
months, in each, melt forty tons of iron per day.
The average number of moulds each floor is
thirty-fi hundred. The amount of iron used by
each is three thousand tons per year, which, at
& "a per ton, amounts to an expenditureof 1900
in each for iron alone Each part of the business
lie carried on in these establishments, from the
melting of the iron to the finishing up of the stoves,
and the average number of stoves manufactured
by them amounts TO fifty five thousand annually.
The different pieces of castings will number one
million five hundred thousand yearly. The num-
Der of men employed in both establishments is from
four hundred and fifty TO five hundred, andihe
wages in each amounts to 200 annually. The
average sales of each establishment amount from
S250,000 to $500, 900 annually There are, at the
least calculation fifteen thousand tons ofiron used
in the stove manufacture in that city, and the num-
Der manufactured reaches hundred and fifty
thousand annually The aggregate sales amount
TO over million and half of dollars. The num-
Der of hands employed is fourteen hundred"
The republic. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1849-1853, 1851-08-21

The TREATY OF MENDoTA.--We have already
furnished our readers with full account of the
proceedings at the council at Traverse des Sioux.
The Minnesota Pioneer of August comes to us
with very interesting report of the deliberations
at Mendoza, at the mouth Of the Minnesota river,
which resulted in the conclusion Of second trea-
ty. The editor of the Pioneer gives the following
graphic narrative of his voyage down the Min
nesota
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
snnnosed News of Sir J. Franklin.

An extra, published by the Columbia Ob- sorvsr contains under date ot Singapore, Januarv 6, contains the following:
 aNews from the utmost ends of the earth ;s always acceptable, more especially when the subiect-matter is the reiiei oi 'he oiS- tressed. who have risked, and' It may De feared. lost their lives Tn search alter kho"i : edoe. I have it in my power this month to give you later information Of the search which is being prosecuted for Sir J. Frank lin and his party, than even the admiralty itself is vet possessed of. Her majesty's surveying ship Herald arrived here from the Arctic regions, via the Sandwich ls- lands and Hong Kong, during the last week, and she has the latest advIceS from the far North. Near the extreme station of the Russian Fur Company, they learned from the natives that party of white men had been encamped three or four hundred miles inland;. that the Russians had made an attempt to supply them with provisions and necessaries, bat that the natives who are not at enmity with the Russians, had frustrated all attempts. No commnnca- ton could be opened with the spot where they were said to be, as a hostile tribe in tervened. From the Esquimaux they had this vague story very satisfactorily con frmed, with the addition that the whites and natives having quarreIled, the former had been murdered. As to the possibility of these unfortunates being Sir John Frank lin's party, leave you and your readers who have paid attention to the case in all it's bearings to judge. Whether these men spoken of were or were not Sir Johns company, little hopes can now be en- tertained of finding them alive, as their provisions must have been expended year age, and their fuel, which is as necessary, must have all been burned out nearly two years since."
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
WATCHES! WATCHES!

WTOR years the strife has been not who could E1 make the best Watch, but who could make the cheapest, or rather the lowest priced article which is not always the cheapest, and conse- quently the great falling off in the quality O. watches.
 France and Germany, and have been l2 months in preparing our present stock. Our aim has been to have a splendid assortment of Fine Watches-as fine as Europe can produce-this, in addition to full assortment of the low and medium qualities, we are now prepared to show the public, all of which will be sold at small advance on the importing cost.
 F. H. CLARK & CO.,,
 Oct. 24 No. 37 Front Row,
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
? sour A3A Il s G0l3l D.

COOS From Searcy, White county, at m once week, Monday To Clinton by 4 p m next day, D miles j; And back between Tn Wednesday, and p m next day. 6009 From Terre Noir at 1 p m once week, Friday;
 To Stewards Store in Clarke county, by pm, 10 miles, And back between 9 m and l2 m, Fri day. 60lO From Wilmington at m once week. Friday;
 To Manon, La., by 6 p m, 30 miles; And back between a m and p m, Sat urday
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
JAMES NORTON

E H AS this day purchased ofSAML. MAR M M TIN his entire stock of Goods of the late firm of MARTIN & NORTON, and will continue the business at the old stand. would here return my most sincere thanks to all my old friends and customers,-and hope, from my ex- perience, and untiring attention to business, to merit continuation of their patronage. All may rest assured that no exertion, labor, or pains, will be spared to give entire satisfaction. l am now about to start to the East for my SFRE.s'G # SU.gg.TgEEs Stock. and will say to the people of Phillips county, and the surrounding country, that will always make it rule to sell good Goods and cheap.
 JAMES NORTON.
 HeItnQ, Febru0rq 10, lS51
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
BAILEYS S HORNOR

A RE just in receipt of large lot of Flour fA and Whiskey, direct from Cincinnati, which they offer to sell wholesale and retail, as low as can be purchased from Flat Boats at the Landing, and having made permanent arrange ments for regular supply of these articles, they invite persons wishing to buy either for their own use, or to sell again, to give them a call before purchasing elsewhere.
 Hp1enu. Feb. I. 1851.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
From the Bu6ao Commercial .Adrertiser.
 Defeat of the River and Harhor Bill.

The River and Harbor Bill, the most i'm portant measure for two-thirds of the coun- try that was considered during the session, appears to have been lost through the man. agement of the Presidential asprants in the Senate. The navigation interests must be neglected, and the lives and property of our citizens put in jeopardy, for the purpose of consolidating the support of certain strict constructionsts in the southern States. This is short-sighted policy, besides being wrong in principle. No man risks anything by standing Up firmly for the interests of his own section. The South would not de sert any northern Democrat for supporting just measure demanded by his consttu- ents; while the North would certainly with hold it's support to candidate who should refuse or neglect to do so. Most sincerely do we regret the loss of the bill, but our sorrow is somewhat qualified by the con- sideration that it will be made the instru- ment of damaging those who, from un- worthy motives, conspired to procure it's defeat.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
dissolution of Co-Partnership.

THE copartnership heretofore existing under the | style of Martin X Norton, was this day dissolved by mutual consent. Jomes Norton is charged with the settlement of the business of the late firm all persons having claims will please present them for liquidation, and all indebted to urgently requested to settle their accounts either by cash noe as the business of the old firm must be closed
 SAML. MARTIN
 JAMkS NORTON, Helena FehrI1ary 1O 1S5I
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
Form Of Certificate.

The undersigned, Postmaster of cer tfes that he is well acquainted with the guar antors above named and their property, ant that they are sufficient and able to make gooC their guaranty.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
TERMS OF ADVERTISING.

For square of 10 lines, ,frstinsertion, 8 co For each subsequent insertion, 50 Any number of lines under ten, counted as one square,-over 10 and under 20, countedas two squares ,and advertisements ofgreaterlength in like proportion.
 Liberal deductions will be made to those who advertise by the year.
 Announcing candidatesfor State offices, $lO co
 '' District $ ' co
 '' county, '' %
 < township" |" 3 co
 Communications ofa personal nature will be charged double price. Payment in advance. . JOB WORK of every description executed in the best style and at reasonable prices.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22

AN HONEST OBITUARY-A western pa per, announcing the death of resident of that county, says:
 "He came to his death by too frequently nibbng at the essence of the stli-worm, which soon placed him in a non-travellng condition. He lay out the night previous to his death near cotton gin in this place, and was found too late on the following morning for medical aid to be of much i'm portance in staying his breath. He has been regular tippler for the last haIt century,"
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
EU IMPURE B0AT!---Just Arrived. Cabinet & Chair Factory.

FEYHE citizens of Helena and surrounding -A country, are informed that our boat is now lying at the landing, where we keep constantly on hand general assortment of CABINET and CHAIR WORK, consisting of the following articles: BedsteddS, Bureaus, Idbles, SafeS, Stands, Sc., together with an assortment of Windsor, split bottom, and Walnut cane-seat Chairs. Also, Rocking Chairs, Settees, Chil- dren's Chairs, &c., all of which we are now manufacturing on our boat.
 YONGE & CARY. Eeb'y. 9, 1851.
 N. B.-Particular attention paid to varnish- ing and repairing old Furniture.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22

Form for Bid achere 100 chmage from adUer-
 tisement is contemplated by the bidder.
 "I tor we, as the case may be,) here write the name or names in full of here state the residence or residences hereby propose to car ry the mail on route No. from to as often as the Postmaster Gen erals advertisement for proposals on the same, dated January l5, 1851, requires, in the time stated in the schedules contained in such adver- tisement, and by the following mode of convey ance, to wit: Here state how it is to be convey ed, for the annual sum of here write out the sum in words at full length.
 Dated Signed.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22

Form of C Guaranty to accompany each bid.
 "The undersigned here insert the name of the guarantor or guarantors, guaranties that, here insert the name of bidder or names of bid ders, as the case may be, if his Cor their) bid for carrying the mail from to he accepted by the Postmaster General, shall enter into the contract required by the Postmas- ter General, pursuant to such bid, prior to the first day of July next, with at least two good and sufficient sureties, to perform the service proposed"
 Dated Signed.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
$ 20 0 REWARD.
For Rent or Lease.

TNHE plantation originally belonging to W. IL D. Dabney, twenty miles below Memphis, containing about 40 acres of cleared land above all overflow; with comfortable dwelling, kitchen, and all necessary Out-houses Also a good Woodward attached to the place.
 Terms liberal, and the rents received in i'm provements on the place.
 Apply to GEO. w. UNDERHlLLE,
 Feb. 9, 1851. Blues Point, .4rks.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
Great Bargains for Planters. R E AL ESTATE FOR SAL E

EWYHE following list of fine cotton lands are
 -a for sale by W. H. RINGO, Agent---and any information wanting in regard to terms can be obtained by calling on the agent in per son, or by letter, (post paid) directed to Helena,
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
INUNDATIoNs OF THE MIssIssIrpI-The

INuNDATIoNs OF THE MlssrssIrpI-Th reports in reference to the inundations of the Mississippi have been published. The principal report, prepared by CHARLES EL- LET, Jr, traces the increased frequency of the nundations to the ''cut-ofIs, ," and favors two plans of remedying the difficulty: first, making additional outlets to the river du- ring periods of high water; and second, system of judiciously arranged dikes or le- wees, or probably ajudicious combination of both In order to protect the river coast below the Red river, levees averaging eight feet high and four hundred and fifty miles long are recommended, invoIvingan expen- allure of not more than $2,500,00O. An other accessory means of controlling the floods is mentioned as feasible, viz: reservoirs
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
EADGN AlDDINIONgo

AND
 MORE EXIENSIVE THAN ETER. Fl WAVIN c received our semi-annual supply. E M we commence the New Year with an assortment that Is not surpassed, if equalled, in the United States.
 We have twelve thousand dollars in the arti- ticle of Watches alone, and can therefore sup ply our friends and the public with any style and at almost any price. We have
 Gold Patent Levers from 35 to $250
 Silver do do Go IS to $55 With general assortment of Lapine and Yer ticaI Watches. The other branches of our stock will be found as extensive as our Watches such as Chains, Seals, Keys,
 .w EE Ww ME @ HE N
 w .4LL ITS VARIETY, including many valuable sIssss U q. M Gs.s o II s and some full sets, SPECTACLEs, SILVER W ARE coin-fne, SnvER-PLATED GooDs, CLOCKS. LAMPS and GIRANDoLEs, CUTLERY, GUNS, PIs- ToLs, including the genuine Durringers, CANES TEA TRAYS, with a general assortment of
 ssA.Igg GG9Hgg In which will be found many choice articles fol the LADIES.
 NOTICE. ty We aim to furnish those who deal in Memphis, with home market and a home guarantee for Goods in our line, and in- vie the public to call and examine for them selves. Our stock is laid in with Cash our European Goods we import ourselves; we get our Domestic Articles direct from the makers, and being satisfied with small profit we offer great inducements to our friends and the public. We are also prepared to do all kinds of work in our line, in the best manner and with dispatch Our motto Is, TRY US.
 F. H. CLARK, ] F. H. CLARK & Co.,, A. c. wURzBAcH, No. 37 Front ROac, J. $. WILKINS. Memphis, Tenn N.B The trade supplied on liberal terms Iespecial attention. January l2.
Southern shield., 1851-03-22

ha nnoQulaiN pOi It-Ss utdi us HCSuS Ol
 Inns & Drills, Garages, all shades, Hickory Shirting, Jaconets and Jaconet Apron checks, Cambrcs, Bed Ticking, Null, Swiss, and Book Red, White, and Vel Muslins,
 low Flannels, Barred and cross-barr- Plaind Linseys, ed do, Table and Towel Dia- Dotted Swiss Grass
 pers, Skirting, Prints, French worked Chin. Irish Linens, esetts, Brown and bleached French do Collars.
 Hollands, Thread, Lisle and cot French, broad, beaver ton laces, edgin's &5
 &J pilot cloths, insertin's Gas meres, Iweeds Bonnet cap, sash, belt,
 and James of all and mantilIa ribbons,
 grades, Fringes, Gimps, Braid Ready Made clothing, and Silk faces ot BTk, plain and fgur'd the latest style
 Long shawls, Ladies Neck Ties, Bl'k and Mod Embryo Gloves,
 do, Hosiery, Bl'k and Scarlet de Silk and Satin crayats,
 Lase do, Pocket hdk'fs, Cold Thibbet, do Suspenders, etc., White and Scarle: Elm Silk and satin mantil-
 bryo do, las; Bl' k and Mode Silk do, Silk and satin bonnets Brk Silks for Aprons of all shades,
 and Dress. Braid and straw do., Chameleon do, Ladies' boots, slippers, French, Satin, and Sat Ties, Buskins, Gai,
 in Gric, ters and half Caters, Cashmere, National of the Latest Style.
 and Damask ToryoE
 Hats, caps, boots, shoes, saddles and bridles, looking glasses, clocks, combs and brushes, needles and pins; Hard Queens, China, and Glass Ware Drugs and Medicines, Paints, Oils and Dye Sufs; Bagging and Rope; Sugar, Coffee, Molasses and Rice; Whiskey, Flour, Bacon and Lard; French and American Brandy, in quantities to suit purchasers; Old P ort Wine and Brandy for medical purposes; Lard and Linseed Oils; Turpentine, per gallon; Butter, Cheese, crackers &c.
 All of which will be sold at the very lowest prices for cash, or to punctual dealers on the usual time
 naIAl
Southern shield., 1851-03-22
PROPOSALS FOR CARRYING THE HAIL.
EXTRACT FROM THE ACT OF CONGRESS OF SD
 MARCH, 1S45, SECTION Is.

EXTRACT FROM THE ACT OF CONGRESS OF SD
 MARCH, lS45, SECTION Is.
 find De t turfher enacted, That it shall be the duty ot the Post Master General in all future lettings of contracts for the transportation of the mail, to let the same, in every case, to the lowest bidder rendering sufficient guarantees for faithful performance, without other reference to the mode Of such transportation than may be necessary to provide for the due celerity, certain ty, and security of such transportation nor shall any new contractor hereafter be required to purchase out, or to take at a valuation, the stock or vehicle of any previous contractor for the same rOute.'
 ag Bidders will be careful to read the forms and instructions appended to this advertisement They are requested to state in their proposals the mode by which they intend to convey the mail. W here the size and weight of the mails, or the speed called for in the schedule shall re- quire ii, the contracts will be made for coach steamboat, or railroad conveyance, as the case may be, and, consequently, such routes will be let 10 bids proposing such mode of conveyance In all other cases, the routes will be assigned to bids proposing the cheapest mode of transpor- tation.
 IF Railroad Companies are specially noti- fled that their regular bids are to be understood as including the supply of each office on the line of their respective roads, not over quarter of mile from depot. Separate proposals for offices more than quarter of mile off will be con- sidered'
 HDROPOSALS for carrying the Mails of the
Richmond daily times. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1853, 1851-10-14
FREEDOM FROM COUGH,

N IN TEN MINUTES AFTER USE, and
positive cure in few days, insured by BRYAN'S
PULMONlC WATERS, for Coughs, Colds, Asthma,
Consumption and ell diseases OF the lungs.-Nearly
every disease with which the human frame is afflicted
originates with a eold-partieulary Coughs, Ash-
mas, lnduenza Sore Throat Irritation of the Uvula
and Tousils, Wheeling Consumption, and all diseases
OF the lungs therefore say all who are afflicted
stop the progress OF disease by making OF this
traordinary remedy.
The most wonderful cures have been performed
wherever they have been introduced. They now
used and prescribed by great many physcians-some
OF them in Europe-the most eminent modern ages
have produced; list of some of them who have given
the privilege OF their names annexed and wherever
an agency established every physician 10 the place
will have an opportunity of trying ther efficacy, and
1eGeaces are glveu TO them A few letters from some
who have had an opportunity of trying them during
the pas' winter, are also annexed.
single does is guaranteed give relief TO the most
obstinate cough-geCerally the most positive indication
OF mcipieut consumption: and the money lpiJ be re-
turned to any one who does not find relief This Of
Ter is made induce the afflicted to try this e1traordi-
nary remedy. The length OF time required to perform
cure, Will OF course vary, according 10 the extent
disease.
The medical properties are combined in very
agreeable and convenient form, and pleasant to the
taste; and the convenience of being able at any time to
administer an ettectua remedy, unquestionabe, as
the Irritation of the Bronchial Tubes and Throat
Wncn cause such troublesome coughing, requires
thng to be administered frequently to produce relief;
ana these waters have failed to alIay this irrita
ton, and permanently TO cure in few days.
MINISTER'S, PUBLIC SPEAKERS, SING
ERS, and all who require clear, distinct voice, will
ind these waters remove all huskiness or dryness
the threat and increase the power and exiby of thu
voice by allyng all irritation of the uvula, &c. gener
ally caused by over-exertiou.
For sale by the box or gross.
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