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Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
DOn't Go Tell the World.
SOMETHING NEW
I'M oTTUMWA! "
Groceries for .AH--Cheaper than thu
..ag bad Cheapest!

THE undersigned most respectfully IN
forms the citizens Of Ottumwa, ana
the surrounding country, that he has open
ed a large and splendid stock of
F.AMIL Y CIR CERIE IS,
In the Frame Building, on the same lot with
his residence on the .outh side of main ST.,
where he will be pleased towait on those
in quest of superior Family Groceries at
reduced prices.
His stock consists in part OF several va
rieties Of Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Molasses, and
Salt.
A LSO-
Pepper, Allspice, Ginger, Salera tus, Vim
egar. Pepper Sauce, Mustard, Tobacco, and
in fact, other articles usually kept in an
establishment of the kind; including gu
perior article of Whiskey. He has a supe-
rior article Of Candles, which he will war
rant to be ALL TALLow, except the ,wicks,
and when urged for a further warranty. he
will insure them to be tallow(ed,) and
which he can afford to sell at l2s cents per
pound.
There is another thing which he wishes
to be distinctly understood, that is, that
he win not be undersold by any establish
ment III the country.
Give me call.
THOMAS SINNAMON,
Jan. Goth, 1852. ..s
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
CITY BOOK STORE,
KEOKUK. IOWA


In the Post Office Buildings, on ID street,
between Main and Johnson
ID B. OGDEN has established in Keo-
III. kuk Store for the sale of Books,
Stationery, and all articles usually found
in Eastern city Book Stores, where he
hopes, by close attention to business, to
satisfy the wants of the people of the Des
Moines Valley. |
MERCHANTS wishing orders filled in his
line, will be accommodated, on better terms
than can be obtained in st. Louis,-es peel
ally in Stationery, Blank Books, and Fan
cy articles. He will endeavor always to
have on hand a general assortment OF
SCHOOL Books and the standard works oil
the day.
CHEAP LITERATuRE.-A full assortmen nj
on hand, of the best publications.
Customers are respectfully invited to Wis
it his establishment before purchasing else
where. June 9th, lS5l.y
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

The CURcULIo. 1t is comfortable 10
hear of any plan for destroying the cur
culio, and it would be real blessing 10
find complete remedy for lis depreda-
tons. A correspondents Of the Boston
Journal says, take cotton batting, put 3
circles 6 to IL inches apart around your
plum trees. He caught GO in the first
circle in "a hours: in the second circle
but few had been caught, in The third cir
Gle scarcely one got so high. He found
this sure preventive. and otlots Of fine
plums last year, for the first time for
many years. He further recommends
keeping the ground from windfalls, as
they contain The maggot, which goes into
the ground 10 mature itself.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

Com SowED FOR FoDDER.-Those
who have tiled sweet corn for this pur-
pose find il preferable to other kinds Of
fodder; as it may be sown thickly using
fnll dose of special manure. and as toe
thickly soyn to form ears, the stalks viii
contain a large quantity of saccharint
matter, aad may be sown frequently SC
as to keep continuous supply during the
whole summer and fall months.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
r. ii. MILLER & Co.,
Successors to N. Z. Janney s. Co..
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN
China, GLASS 4 EARTHEBVARI.
No 81 Main st. bet. Chestnut Pine,
ST. LOUIS MO.

THE subscribers once more call the at.
Il tention of their friends, and al VIII O
are in want of goods in their line, to the
fact that they are prepared to receive them
on the most liberal and accommodating
terms, and have on hand and now arriving
a very large and we'll assorted stock OF
goods, ordered expressly for this market
comprising the usual varieties, and many
other articles not to be met with elsewhere
in this city.
The long experience Of our principal
(having been thirty years an importer of
Earthenware,) enables us to offer unusual
inducements as to variety and quality oil
stock Their stock consists in part of 81.
c G blue edged, dipt, painted, printed,
white granite, flown, blue and mulberry
earthenware; ~ u
Pure white, enamelled, lilstre, blue figured
and gold band English China; white, gold
band, and decorated French china;
All the varieties of American cut, plain
and pressed glassware, oil eastern and
western manufacture; .......t ....
German and Bohemian glassware, great
variety;
English I D pipes; American pipes AMI
pipe heads;
A large assortment of looking glasses;
Elegant Japanned tea trays, of our own
importation; ~
Britannia coffee and tea pots, casters. pitch
ers, &C., great variety of first-rate quail
ity; H.. .. 80.
A large and elegant assortment of Corne
lius 81 Co.'S celebrated solar lard lamps,
chandeliers, girandoles, Sc, gilt, olive
and damask.
Together with great variety of ar ticles
not usually imported for this market.
We are prepared to offer u large stock of
goods, ordered expressly for the Santa Fe
trade, on unusually favorable terms.
Assorted crates, packed for the country
trade, in the best manner, kept constantly
ON hand. E IFr 49,
Our goods are put up in the best manner,
by careful and experienced packers, and
may be transported any distance by wagon
or otherwise, without risk or breakage, -
We take pride in referring to our old Gus
TONERS, as to our packing and the good CON
dition in which our goods are generally re-
ceived. Call and see.
X. Ii. MILLER 81 co.
April 9Th. lS52m3
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
JOHN BEACH,

HAVING purchased the entire stock of
IL STREET BRoTHERs. at Agency City. is
prepared to sell goods at their old stand on
as reasonable terms as they can be bought
elsewhere.
Dry Goods and Groceries, Boots and
Shoes, Hats, Caps, Iron, Nails, Cast
ings, Queensware, &c. &c. &C.,
always on hand. He will be glad 10 see
his friends and the public generally. Come
on and see what an impression the Dimes
will create. June 23d, 1881. IT,
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
LAW & AGENCY NOTICE.
wORTHINGTON G. sNETHEl

CONTINUES to practice Law in the Su-
~ preme Court, to attend cases before
Congress, to prosecute Claims and settle
accounts against the Departments and
Boards of Commissioners, to procure Pa
tents at home and abroad, TO obtain PEN
sions and Bounty lands, to collect debts,
dividends, legacies and inheritances in any
part Of the United States and in foreign
countries, to make investments of funds in
Loan and Stocks and on Bond and Mort
gage, and to negotiate the purchase and sale
of Loans, Land and Patent-rights in any
State of the Union. Ia ~
Particular attention paid to California
Land Title cases coming up to the u. s. SUI
preme Court on appeal.
CO. Communications PREPAID, address
ed to w. G.. Snethen, 5 Carroll Place, Cap
ital Hill Washington, ID. c., will meet with
prompt attention. jar. 10Th, 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
RThe Hon. John NJ. Clayton is

wThe Hon. John M. Clayton is in
dustriously culiivating his farm. three
miles from New Caslle. Delaware; ant
instead Of running race with compel
tors in the political field, is endeayorine
TO distance his overseer in agriculture
pursuits. Each has selected his field
and, wager lies between them which
shall produce the richest crop IRON hi
allotted portion.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

Gum ON PEACH TREEs.--A practical
gardner informs The editor of the Penn
sylyauia Farm Journal that if the earth
is removed from the roots of the peach
trees effected with gum, to the distance
of foot Immediately around the trnnk,
and finely powdered charcoal applied to
them, an inch in thickness, that il will ef
fectually check the aow of The gum.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
WAGON MAKING.

VNHE undersigned respectfully informs
Il the citizens of this and the adjoining
counties that he has commented the Wag-
on Making Business in all its various BRAN
ches, and hopes that, by strict attention 20 Z
business and by making reasonable charges
for his work. to merit and receive liberal
share of public patronage. W floods !.aa
He has determined to work for those per-.
sons living on the north side OF the river
enough lower to pay their ferriage, if they
choose togive him their work. p p
Repairing done on the shortest possible
notice. 0bsl.sg.S H33Rila3 500
His shop is on the Dunn farm. on the /
south side of the Des Moines River.
BENZ. WRIGHT.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
New Cabinet and
CHAIR SHOP!

SAMUEL w. SKINNER,

MOULD announce to the citizens o.
w Ottumwa and the ad AGENT country
that he has permanently located himself IN
the town of 0ttumwa, where he will carry
on the above business in all its branches
From the knowledge he has acquired of the
the business from the best Of workmcn, he
thinks he can give general satisfaction, not
only with regart to neatness and elcgan &C
of style but for durability, lie will sell as
ow as any other shop. and warrant all MS
work.
Gy- Collins furnished to order.
March 4th, 1852. If
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
CHARLES HENDRIX. MARKS. F9orl
BUR INGTON FOUNDRY.

HENDRIX IL FOOTE,
CTEAM Engine Builders, Manufacture
- ers of Saw and Grist Mill Machinery,
Water Wheels, Horse Powers, Threshing
Machines, Corn Shelters, and all kinds OF
Iron and Brass Castings.
We are also prepared toexecute all kinds
of Blacksmithing and Machine-shop work.
S.-Printed catalogues OF our patterns,
or any information desired, may be had by
addressing pre- paid letter to us at Bur
lington, Iowa. Dec. 25th 1851.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

5 J. l.. CURTIS, Main Street. Keokuk, To-
wa, Sole Manufactured.
For Sale by J. Pumroy. James HaU-
ley, ID. r. Lnskeep T. Co., Oftumwa;
N. LangsdoT John Beach. Agency
City; Gossage & Broherd, Street y
Earl, Dahlonega; J. b. anderson. Ed
dyrille; s. buchanan, s. Gossage, Al,
bia; y. Hargrave, DIR. s. Lee, c. H.
Ho,0eH, CenterviHe; E,oing T. UdeN.J.
Miller, Unionuile; Walker 8. Bur.
banks, Uintersett.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

EOne hundred and sixty sheep,
which Mr.. Jeweit, of Vermont has JUS
imported from Spain, have arrived in
charge of Spanish Shepherd. MIR,
Jewett paid $4,000 for the flock
There was one buck, which cost 5000,
ard would shear twenty four pounds Of
wool.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
Gen. Jackson and Martin Luther.
TIME PROPRIETORS Of Sartain's

ME phO1RIE ORS OF Sartaln S
Il Magazine having purchased the
large and handsome steel plate, carefully
engraved in line and mezzolint, from The
celebrated design by George Ca,,ermole,
representing THE FIRST REFORM
Frs Presenting their Famous Protest
at the Diet Of Spires, in 1920, now Of
fer il in connection with their Magazine
on terms unprecedentedly low. a9
This magnificent. composition contains
nearly one hundred figures, and includes
authentic portraits of The most prominent
men connected with that important E.
vent. The work (exclI sive of margin)
measures 81 inches by Is. and the prin,
has never been retailed at . price less
than SO per copy. Each impression is
accompanied by an instructive pictorial
key of reference, describing the scene,
the characters, the history which led to
the event, and the principles commended
for.
In connection with Sartain's Magazine
both works will be furnished on the FOL.
lowing liberalterms, which are invariably
~
in adyanc e.
One copy of the Magazine. and one
Of the Print. SO.
Two copies of the Magazine, and
two Of the Prints. SIS.
Five copies of the Magazine, and
five Of the Print, together with
one copy of both works to the
getter up of the club. $l2.
The price of Sartain's Magazine being
of itself SO per annum, both works joint
ly may now, by the above offer, be had
for what was heretofore the price Of each
separately.
Preparations are making 10 pubhshn
the Magazine series OF illustrated arii-
cles on AMERICAN HERoEs, commencing
with pictorial Life of Gen. Jackson.
~ Agents wanted in every town and
village in the United States TO get up
clubs upon the above liberal terms.
Country newspapers publishing the a.
bove advertisement every other week for
three months, will be entitled TO copy
of each work gratis.
Send in your subscriptions, and secure
Sc worth OF reading and engravings for
SO. Address
JOHN SARTAIN g. co.
May, 9th 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
Middle River Tavern
t p Stand. a7msilss
3
WILLIAM ALCORN,

WIItLIAW ALOUHNt Nl1DT
CONTINUES to keep the above named
~ popular stand on the Middle River. A
dair county, 25 miles west Of Winterset.
on the main road leading from Thomas Nit
chell's via Dudley, and Winsersetto Kanes-
vile, Traders Point and PlattevilIe on the
Missouri, River. His house is on the west
bank ofMiddle River. a few hundred yards
from the ford. He hasa convenient house,
and every thing to make enigrants and tfav-
elers comfortable, and pledges himself that
his charges will be very reasonable. ad a9'
Middle River, March 18th, 80. l9yli 80
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
J. L. CURTIS M.AMALUKE LIN
IlHEVI. g.l#.s.

1t is known to be certain cure for Chol-
era, cholera morbus, dysentery, diarrhea,
colds, cramps, pains in the side or breast,
cracked hands, frosted feet, erysipelas, salt
rheum, lunbago, spinal compl ints, ague
in the face, ague cake, cutaneous affections.
bites OF poisonous insects or reptiles, rheu-
matism, scrofulous tumors or ulcers, head
ache, tooth-ache. sprains or bruises, &c.
1t heals up the most stubborn or offensive
ulcers or sores; and for these many valua-
Bile qualities possessed by this great Lini-
ment, il has Justly been STYLED
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
Ho! We Lords of Creation!
May, 9Th 1852.

MONT delay day until you get one Of
L. the Ladies' Delight Washing Ma
chimes for each of your wives, and thus
save their health, and, perhaps, prolong
their lives for years. You will save time,
money, soap, and we don't know but cross
words, for you know there is always
"a rumpus, all on washing day"
These machines are manufacture by
ALDRlG ~ ELLIS.
J. ALDRIG still keeps on hand and man
ufactures to order Spinning Wheels Of all
kinds, Repairs Wheels, Guns, etc.
O- Shop on the corner of Washington
and..3d SITS. opposite the Jail
Ottumwa, Nov. 10th, lSol,-tf.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
A JOF TO THE VORLD!

A sovereign balm, and real pain reliev-
er. Therefore, rejoice we afflicted, and use
no other Liniment but that manufactured
by J l.. CURTIS, Sole Manufactures.
To the Farmer, or dealer in stock, it is
absolutely Indispensable being precise
ly the remedy that has been so long called
for-as 1t is an infallible cure for yellow
water, poll evil, stiff complaint, ring bone,
SPAWN, splint, sweeny, fistula, scratches,
bolts, chohc, inflammation of the eyes,
sprains or gals, founder, &c.
In stating these things, state nothing
but facts, incontroyertible facts. and a sim
gle trial will convince the most skeptical.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
American Table Cutlery.

ALSO:-Planes of all kinds of the best
manufacture in the country; Coopers Tools
of all kinds, with every variety of Hard
ware that is made.
We have now and shall always have a
full and complete assortment which, from
our abundant facilities and connections we
can purchase as low, on as good terms as
any house in the United States.
- SHAPLElGH, DAY g. co.
April Sth, lSo2.6m
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

THE subscribers are now receiving at
H. their new store the largest and most
complete assortment of Isl.
Hardware, Cutlery g. Heavy Goods,
for the Spring trade ever offered for sale in
st. Louis.
All our foreign goods are imported by
ourselves direct from England, France and
Germany; and our domestic goods are OBJ
tanned from the manufacturers themselves
direct So that we are enabled to sell as
low as New York, Philadelphia or Boston
merchants. ~..f ...s
We will agree to duplicate any bill of
goods purchased in the East by our friends
from the country at Eastern prices. If
country merchants will give US trial we
will convince them of this fact. Among
our goods will be found a heavy stock OF
the following articles
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
KEokuK CIrY. Anp mn. ls5I.


lment. ..
KEokuK CRY, Aug 18th, 1851.
Mr.. j. L.. Curtis-Dear Sir: Graft.
tude alone will, | trust. be sufficient ex-
cuse for stating the following facts
Deeming it duty due yourself and the
public, will state them:
My wife has been for some time al
flicted with inflammatory Rheumatism;
the pain was at times SO severe it seem
ed she could hardly endure it. tried
everything that skillful physicians could
prescribe, bu, pain alone seemed to be
The result. Having no faith in secret
remedies, | had no inclination 10 give
your Mamaluke Liniment trial. Blu,
hearing i, extolled by those had much
confidence in, | resolved TO try it. OBJ
tanned bottle, and after one application
she, contrary to my expectation, began to
improve, and she is now decidedly bet
ter than she has been for two years.
My Oldest child had been afflicted for 3
years with chronic Diarrhea, so that
she was but mere skeleton. | have
had several of our ablest physicians, but
they were unable to restore health, or
even IL mitigate the disease, Seeing the
Mamaluke Liniment recommend for the
disease, | commenced external applica-
tions, and, although it has been but len
days since commenced, she seems to
be clear of tha disease. and she looks
better, feels better, and is better than she
has been for 3 years. can unhesi,at-
ingly recommend il for the above diseas.
es ae safe and sure cure. Yours,
b. FARNUM.
1000 nose cases of the same kind
! wanted. TO which we can give immediate
relief.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
Fall and Winter Goods,

! NHE undersigned having lately received
II his Winter Goods, offers for sale. at
moderate prices, general assortment of
Fancy and Staple Dry Goods.
JOHN BEACH.
Agency City, Nov. 9Th, 1851. ~
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

Now If il is their intention 70 be hon
est, they can send US the amounts dee,
and we will acknowledge the receip: of
il 1s publicly 40 we have made the an
nouncemep, of their indebtedness and
departure to other parts. ..r.. ...r
w Every man who leaves this part
Of the country without paying US will
have his name inserted in a conspicuous
manner in the above list. . ...
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
Fine Farm for Sale,

THE UNDERSIGNED offers for sale
the place known as the Ashland Farm, adj
joining the town plat of Ashland Con-
tanning 100 acres of as good land as can be-
found in the State. Seventy acres is under >
cultivation. The timberis good. = sgsdI
7 A great bargain will be given to anybody
wishing to purchase ? place q TIE 1 pest
quality; For further particulars apply 70
july 23d ,i85l.a lTHOS.l PING.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
E. D.. GA Y

Drngs, Hlebirines, Chemicals, Oils,
PAINTS, DYE-STUFFS.
DRUGGISTS GLASS WARE,
Burlington, Iowd.
O~s- Also Dealerin Books and Stationery,
Surgical and Dental Instruments, Teeth,
Gold and Tin Foil, Perfumery, Window
Sporting and Fishing Tackle.
+ Agent for Dupont's Gunpowder; also, for
Smiths Machine Cards; a supply of which,
will be kept on hand. March |, 80.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
SEQ 1t, We Cripples p

GU IL, We UIIppI6B"
M ORT1MORES Rheumatic Compound
QNl has cured thousands of cases of
Rheumatism, acute and chronic, of 20, 80,
and even 40 years standing. know sew
eral whom it has cured, and mean to try it
myself. Come and buy it of JOHN BEACH,
agent for the Proprietor.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
lgark! Hark!. Hark Vel!

70 the experience of one OF the best
citizens of our city, whose wife and
children have been suffering pain of the
severest kind for The last three years.
But relief has al last been found by the
use Of j. l.. Curlis's Mamaluke Lini-
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

SADDLE &. HARNESS MAKING.

n THE undersigned, having
INA purchased the entire stock
EJSaf:zgzN of ]. G, Ives & Co., solicits
4E1SA the patronage of the citi-
zens Of Wapelloand the adjoining counties
as he has on hand great variety OF
Saddles, Brides, Harness, Collars, Carriage
and Wagon whips, &c. All persons wish
ing to purchase any Of the above mention
ed articles, and especially those fitting out
for California or Oregon, will do well to
give him call. His stock is warranted
to be of the best quality, having been pur-
chased at an eastern market.
Hides and Skins received in exchange foi
work. ID. T.. HALL.
Ottumwa. Dec. 18th, lS5l-ly.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

10 TIC tIuNCllAio PpD'A'' 10 NANS
Tools Point House,
IL miles Northwest of Pella, on the mai
route from Oskaloosa to Fit. Des MONIES
The house has been fitted up III good style,
and | will spare no pains in making my ia.
BILE and accommodations as good as that OF
any house in this country.
To waggoners would say that l have
good stables, plenty of water convenient,
good hay aud grain, and an excellent wag-
gon-yard.
He hopes by reasonable charges. good
accommodations, aud attention to those
who may favor him with their custom to
merit and receive portion of public pat
ronage. w. l.. BASrON.
Tools Point, March 9th, 1852. l9tf
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24

cHOT Bags, Powder Flasks, Powder.
~ Shot Lead and Caps for sale OF
WARDEN : LEIGHTos's.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
PHENIX STOVE WORKS
QUINCY, ILLINOIS,. 3

Il works his Prairie State Cooking Stoves
of sizes, also the Irveing Air Tight 81
yes, Premium do 3 sizes, Commercial Par
lor, do sizes, three sizes of which have
open fronts with folding doors, Phoenix and
Clinton Box Stoves of four sizes. In all
making the best assortment of stoves for
dealers or merchants who may wish to pur-
chase, trimmed or without trimmings for
retailing, to be found anywhere. These
stoves are sold by Comstock & Co., of
Quincy, at my Foundry price, and by Com
stock 4 Brothers, of Keokuk, for the same
price save the addition of freight.
June 6, lS5l.y A. C0MSTOCK.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
CASH SYSTEM
He can afford to and WILL SELL
Twenty Per cent. Cheaper

Than he has heretofore, or than any mer-
chant sells, who does credit business.
The reason is plain, for do not have to
sell my goods at high prices to make up for
bad debts as they do.
My motto still is "QUIcK SALES AND
SMALL PPoFITs," and the best thing that
the public can do is to give me call, and
get more goods and better goods for their
money, than they can anywhere else.
uY shall be constantly receiving ad :
ditions to my stock.an Country Merchants
will find it to their interest to give me a
call.
Agency CITY. Nov. 18th 1851 @
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1852-06-24
HIDE, LEATHER, TANNER s
) OIL AND E.lI.fKER'S
ETNDJNG RyTCJNECC

and viii keep constantly on hand a full and
complete assortment of all goods belong
ing to the trade, and are prepared and de-
termined to dispose OF them, wholesale and
retail, upon as favorable terms as can be
had in st, Louis and Cincinnati markets.
Every exertion will be made to keep Goods
of the very best quality. ~
We respectfully invite the attention oil
Merchants and Manufacturers of the sur
rounding country to determination of oul
stock and prices before purchasing else
where. Our stock comprises every article
belonging to the trade.
The highest market price in cash will be
paid for Hides and Skins.
A. p. THOMAS & co. 4
Keokuk. Dec. 18th, lS5l-ly.