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Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
One Hundred Dollars Reward 4!

TIME above reward will be paid to any person for
l. the apprehension of, and delivery to me at
Grand Haven Ottawa Co. Mich, one John Carey
who broke the Ottawa Co. Jail and made his escape
on the night of the Goth of JAN last, said Carey is
about fl We feet six inches high, sandy complexion
naturally straight and well built; he is an Irish.
man, about thirty three or four years old-he had
on when he left dark pair Of pantaloons, dark
coarse broadcloth sack or frock coat a reddish
plush cap and pair of coarse fine boots. Said
Carey has been indicted by the Grand Jury of this
County, for the murder of John Burke. Paper:
through the State please publish
Grand Haven, February 2, 1852.
[312wl ASA A. SCOTT, Sheriff.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
G.. u. ALBEE

HAS again returned from the City with the lar
IL gest and
Best selected Stock OF Goods, ever brought into
this market; comprising nearly every style and
grade to be found in the city. Among them are
some entirely new styles of Dress Goods-very rich
and handsome all of which have been purchased
at The very lowest cash price and will be sold accor-
dingiv. My motto is the nimble sirpence, conse-
quentb can and wiH sell lower than any other store
i'm town. My reasons are obvious, when the sir-
pence is made, it has not got to be divided tuo or
three times among my partners, Gas have none)
therefore mean what say, and especially invite
all to an examin alton of my goods and prices be-
fore purchasing elsewhere, and will prove the
above statements correct [16.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17


, MICHIGAN STATE AGRIcuLTuRAL SOCIETY,
ls5a.-The next annual Fair of the State So
ciety will be held In this city on "Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday. the aad, AID, and a4th
Of September next, The list Of premiums Of
Jared are published in the Michigan Farmer for
February. Amounting to over $4,000 In cash,
besides q large number of valuable agricultu-
raj books, transactions of the Society, medals
&c, &c. We are glad to notice this llberallty
on the part of the Society. 80,
The exhibition of articles at the third annu-
al Fair for 80, was greatly increased over for.
ner years, and showed that the agriculturists OF
our beautiful and fertile State take lively In
terest in the affairs of the Society. The next
Fair will doubtless far exceed in interest any
former one, both in number of persons in at
tendance and articles exhibited. In addition to
premiums offered by the Society, the Rev. e
Fox. of Crosse Isle, has offered premium Of
$40 for the best Essay on butter; also $40 fo'
a machine for making butter. Det. ADV.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

CaeA Eseaha1shmeUts NJ Whp1esele or-1(stsii.
THE great rush for goods this Fall will be at the
Il Brick Block, on Monroe street, occupied. by the
subscriber, who Is now known throughout the
Grand River Valley as having the largest establish
ment in the country; occupying two stores, one
for Hardware, the other for Groceries and Dry
Goods; great inducements are now offered to the
public in selling all kinds of goods ut the lowest
cash prices. / have already received large addi-
tons to my general assortment and will continue
to receive as often as the Steam Propellers shall
arrive at Grand Haven with goods for this city. un-
I'll the close of navigation. Residents Of the sur
rounding counties coming to this city for their sup
plies will always find it for their interest to c.l NJ.
my establishment before purchasing.
[10tf] VIM. III. MCCONNELL.
Grand Rapids September 2, 1851
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
Notice.

HNHE Undersigned would respectfully announce
Il to the citizens Of Ottawa County that he is
prepared to do all kinds of Carpenter and Joiner
work, at his shop in Grand Haven, also prepared
to take jobs of building and other work in his line,
in any part of the County, and pledges himself to
do all in workman-like manner, or no pay. l
have constantly on hand all kinds of seasoned lum
Der, and prepared to furnish window sash, glass
&c. ready for use. rendering my thanks to the
citizens for their liberal patronage in times past
1T is my desire to serve you better in future.
I2StfJ JAMES BARNS.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
To the Public...New Boot and Shoe Store

II MERRILL respectfully informs the nhabt-
liz ants of Grand Haven and its vicinity, that
having withdrawn from the firm of Hatch & Mer-
r of Grand Rapids, of which lately he was
partner, has located himself in this place. He is
now prepared to offer to the public generally Boots
and Shoes of the best quality, and made in the
most fashionable and solid style. His stock of
leather, sole and UPPER lasts, &C.. being entirely
new and selected with care, by himself; and as he
is provided with workmen on whom he can RELY
he feels confident that gentlemen and ladies pro.
viding themselves with boots and shoes at his es-
adjustment will be fully satisfied. Shop lately
occupied by VIM. Oriel one door below the Wash
nigton House, Washington street. [16tf
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
Piouette's Unrivalled Gold Pens

nIAMOND POINTED.-S1,5 80 for Pen and Hol-
H. der. Persons in want of fine finished Gold
Pen, with smooth point will find large assort-
ment to select from, at the mandatory, lit JEFF
ferson Avenue, slate-colorcd front Damaged pens
re-pointed, medium so cents engrossing IS cents
Also, watch repairing, such as chronometers, du-
pick, anchors, patent levers, lapnc and common
watches, cleaned and repaired by skillful workmen
Also good stock of watches, Jewelry and silver
ware. at reduced prices.
p 70 Damaged Pens sent by mail enclosing the
amount for repairs In Post Office Stamps will be
promptly attended. Detroit, 1852. In3O 3m.]
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

There Is knitting machine in operation in
Philadelphia, which knits three hundred and
eighty stitches at each turn OF small crank
which may be turned by hand from one hun
dred to one hundred and fifty revolutions per
minute, making from forty to sixty thousand
stitches per minute.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
Notice to Township Officers.

ITOR sale, at the Comfy Clerks Office, lot of
Il very neat and convenient check order books
for the use Of Township Officers. The forms are
drawn up in correct and careful manner, printed
on good paper, and well bound Every town
be gone.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

It is stated that the New York steamers have
advanced $50 on the rates of passage for pass
engers to California and that they cannot car
ny but portion of those wishing to go, owing
to the rush at the present time.
[FilIsdale Gazette
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

THO BUILDERS.-I have now on hand good as
Il sortment Of sash, nails Of all sizes, glass put
which will sell extremely low for cash. Call and
see. c.. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

Yesterday about two p. NJ, portion of the
rock of Horseshoe Falls, (part of Niagara Falls)
on the American side, between the Island and
the tower fell. The portion gone is about 100
feet, and includes the rock at the right OF the
bridge, that leads to the tower.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

LNSTRAY.-Came into my enclosure on the 18th
~ day of Dec inst, n stray cow supposed to be
or 10 years old, white the body with red back
and head, with Topped horns. The owner is re-
guested to prove property, pay charges and take
her away. LUMAN JENNIsoN,
Georgetown Dec. 81, 1851. law n271
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

The California mails by the ID. Webster, VIA
Nicaragua, were twenty-six days and eleven
hours from San Francisco to New York. This
is the quickest trip ever made.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

We learn that the Great Western Rail Road
running from Niagara Falls to Detroit has been
put under contract for its whole length-l6O
miles will be completed the present year.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

TUST received my Fall and Winter supply of
81 stoves samples of the same all in order for the
inspection of hOusekeepers they are superior in
design and quality of metal-for variety the fol-
lowing will show.
Premium Cooking StOve.-Forest Alright,
King of Prairie, Eagle Hot-Air Great Western,
Iron Monarch Prairie Flower, Clinton Alright
and Union Ventilator
Irving Cottage Parlor stove.-Foral Alright,
Imperial, Irving, SelfReguator, Condenser, Fold
ing Door and Mountain Queen.
The last one named is "the stove Of the sea-
son." these together with full supply of heavy
plate stoves, suitable for the church. school-house
work shop hotel &C., make up very fine assort-
ment worthy the attention of those who intend to
buy stoves this fall. VIM. IL. MCCONNELL
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

AR CASH PRICES.

MERRY & SONS are now opening the largest
I assortment of fall and winter goods brought
into this market the current year-,among which
are staple and fancy Dry Goods, Clothing, Boots
and Shoes, Groceries, Hardware, Crockery and
Medicines in great variety, which they offer for
sale upon the Cash or Ready Pay System at prices
that can be better judged of by personal examin-
alton, to which they respectfully invite the public
generally G12]
Grand Haven September 49, 1851.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

l. ing, which consists of over, sack. frock, and
dress coats; pants from shillings to $780, vests
of all descriptions, which will sell cheaper than
the cheapest. Those doubling viii please call and
examine for themselves. C. B. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
a CARD.

TJNHE undersigned has taken the well known
l. Washington House, in the village of Grand Ha-
ven for time where he will receive and cater for
all of his old customers and as many new ones as
may feel disposed to call upon him, with the aid
and asssta nee of JAMES p. SCOTT, who will be ev-
err ready as well as the undersigned, to wait upon,
and if pos ible to give satisfaction to all that may
favor this House with call.
An add ton has been made to the stabing of this
establishment sufficient for all travelling custom
that may want that kind of accommodation. Du-
ring the present Administration of the General
Government this House and its appurtenances will
be foun at all times well supplied with everything
needed for the comfort of man or beast.
l4tfl HENRY PENNOYER.
Grand Haven, July "a, 1851.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

IRON and Steel at reduced prices for cash, anc
l. now on hand large assortment of Iron anC
Cast Steel, German and Spring Steel English ant
American Blister Steel for sale by
WIN. ii. MCCONNELL.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

CIGARS.-Real Principle, Reg alias and Penny
Y Grabs, Also, Goodwins' pressed and Sarsa-
parilla mixed fine cut Tobacco. AT the Mill Point
Drug Store. T12tfl
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

TRUNKS and Carpet Bags of all sizes, for sale
Il by F. B. GILBERT.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

Mill Point and Chicago Express Packet.
IL SCHOONER WARREN makes regular trips
&ExS to Chicago. No charges on goods con-
signed to us, that are shipped on our ves-
sells. Apply on board for freight or passage or to
I5tfl HOPKINS & BROTHERS.
Mill Point, Ottawa Co.. Michigan
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

~ HAWLS.-I have few more of those Bay State
- long shawls left, which will be sold cheap for
cash. c. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

TINE largest and best assortment of Tin Ware
Il ever brought to Grand Haven. just received
and for sale by 9. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

pRoOMS the bestquality for sale at the stoIe
ID of FERRy& Sons
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

VNHfTE Fish and Trout, in half barrels, just
w received ard for sale cheap, by
C. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

| COLOGNE, Hair Oils Perfumery Fancy En-
~ velopes, motto waters, scented soap, OK mar
row &C., at FERRY Sons
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

NTISTAR'S Balsam of Wild Cherry and Moi.
wv fatt's Pills and Bitters just received at the
Mill Point cheap drug store. f25tf
T. NJ 6 SIXTH
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

g YRINGES, Metal and Glass, an . ssortment fol
- sale at the Mill Point Drug Store.
September 49, 1851. 1871
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

A Few more Of those cheap clocks, warranted tC
n keep good time, for sale by c. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

NTHISKEY by the barrel, a good article, for
w sale cheap for cash, by G. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

T GATHER and Findings shall keep constantly
4 on hand at my store leather of most descrip-
TONS such as harness, upper and sole leather calf
kip and sheep SKINS belt and string leather, also
shoe pegs of all Sizes shoe nails shoe thread spar
ables &C.. which will sell cheap for cash. All In
want of such are requested to call and see before
purchasing elsewhere c. Is. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
Notice to all Indebted.

A LII persons indebted to me by note or book
IA account, are requested to call and settle the
same Immediately and without further notice.
Grand Haven, Nov. II, 1851. g. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

Essential OILS-On Cloves, Cinnamon, Gu.
II bebs, Lemons, Anise, Pennyroyal, Ju nper
Lavender, Spike, Peppermint, Origanum, Sassa
fras, Cedar, Norwood, Wintergreen, Tansy
Spruce, Amber Hemlock and Creosote, at Smiths
Drug Store, Mill Point Sept. 90 1851. 1881
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

DUTTER.-Af few kegs good butter on hand and
ID for sale cheap for cash, by G. b. ALBEE.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

ID ERFUMERY.-Otto of Roses, Musk, Oil Rhodi-
i um, Burgamot, Jasmin, Lavender, Rosemary,
elegant Hair Oil, Bears Oil and Cologne, at the Mill
Point Drug Store, 13l L. M. S. SMITH.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

TWO thousand cords of seasoned Pine and Oak
Il Wood delivered on the wharf, at our steam
mills-for sale cheap, by
[5tf] HOPKINS & BROTHERS.
Mill Point, August 1, 1851.
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

- HELF Hardware, Nails Glass, Putty, Axes OF
- Collins, Simmons, Davis and Reynolds manu-.
facture also Grndstonc Fixtures for sale cheap fon
cash, by - --.------.-- &C b. ALbEE,
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17

HECKER'S Farna, Pearl Sage, Arrow Root and
II Tapioca at the Mill Point Drug Store [12fl
Grand River times. [volume] (Grand Haven, Mich.) 1851-18??, 1852-02-17
Plank Road Notice.

EIanK Road NOCIc6.
NOTICE is hereby given, pursuant to provisions
IN of law, that on the first Saturday in January
1852, at the Rathbun House, in the city of Grand
Rapids books will be open for subscriptions to the
stock Of Plank Road, to be built from Grand
Rapids in the County of Kent, to Ford's Mill, in
the town of Wright Ottawa County. TWO
November 12, 1851.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-04
ODEON HALL CLOTHING ROOMS,

WEIsENFELD q CO., FASHIONABLE CLoTHIERs,
Cor. AZ street and Penna. Avenue
TINHE PR0PRIET0RS of this Establishment respect
fully announce to the Public that they prepared
exhibit Of the largest stocks Clothing
in the city, having enlarged Store to such extent
that it surpasses any similar Establishment in the Dis
trict Having the advantage of being supplied from our
own Clothing Mandatory North we can offer induce
ments that will satisfy the purchaser that not only
keep the best and largest variety, but at the time
fifty per cent less than goods can be got elsewhere
We invite the attention of the Public TO portion
stock.
.OvERCOATS AND SACKS
Overcoats of the latest styles, all colors
Fine Black Overcoats, fine Blue do
Fine Brown Overcoats, fine Olive do
All shades of Drab Overcoats for servants
Loose Sacks, all coors, latest style
Business Goats, q large variety; Hunting Coats
Blue Sacks, very rich; Double overcoats, something
new; fine Dress and Frock Goats.
PANTS AND VESTS
Fine Doeskn Pants; plain and striped Pants, large
variety; Cassnet Pants Tweed do
Grey Cashmere Pants Vests of all qualities.
BOYS AND YOUTHS CLOTHING.
Boys and youths Clothing, the largest variety In the
city, at prices to astonish.
Call and examine for yourselves
RS- Don't forget the place. oct 4-n
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-04
UommubIcAted.I
The Capitol Extension.


The uninitiated are sadly at fault to know why
the work is not continued upon the wings of the
Capitol. The long suspension has been particu
larly hard upon the workmen, who have remained
here, waiting patiently, day after day, expecting
that the resolution introduced by Mr.. Stanton
would be adopted.
The Washington correspondent of New York
paper thus speaks of it:
Zone subject | have half dozen times in
tended to notice, and as often forgotten to do it,
and that is, the continued suspension of the work
on the wings Of the Capitol. Two hundred poor
men are lettering idly about the Capitol, waiting,
day after day, for the privilege of earning their
living. resolution providing for carrying on
the work lies upon the Clerk table, ana Would
pass any minute but for the humbuggery OF an
investigating committee, appointed upon the pre-
text of examining whether the foundation Is OF
| is not sound one The whole thing as rdlcu-
lous. absurd, and cruel. This investigating COM
mittec have had time to have gone TO California,
examined the foundations for the custom-house
there. and come back again; and yet, with the
works under their noses and everything as plain
M stone and cement can be, week after week rolls
bv and the poor workmen are left to suffer |
do not know why this is the case, but it is so
and probably will be for month yet. | will
wager q Genin hat that when this mountain of
lliputian labor is over, the report will be found
to be favorable to the work done / have never
seen stronger or better work. nor have l ever
seen poor men more cruelty treated than the
stone-cutters, masons. and laborers upon this ex-
tension have been. The Congress ought to pay
these poor mechanics out Of the salaries and
mileage of the investigating committee
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-04
A Monument!

FROM WHOSE BASE TO THE TOP STAND IN BOLD
RELIEF THE NAMES OF OUR OWN CITIZENS WHO
HAVE gEEM RESTORED TO HEALTH BY HAMP
CURES MORE THAN NINETEEN OUT OF EVERY
TWENTY WHO TRY IT
q TILL another witness for sHamptons Vegetable Tine
y ture-This certificate is from of largest
most enerprising farmersthe of those splendid
exhibited at the late Agricultural Fair and who in
person. did the poughing with the same that took the
premium We mention this before Mr. Horne took the
Tncture his condition such to despair Of visit
ing the Fair much less taking such aborous part
did the asonshment Of those who had his state
short time before.
BALTIMORE, Feb 4, 1852.
Messrs Mortimer d Notubrdy--GENTs: Having been af
hicted with Chronic Inammatory Rheumatism forssome
time, In its worst FORM tried every remedy that
within my reach, without any success In fact suffer
ngs increased with every remedy tried, until
scarcely able walk from the dreadful pains swelling
in my limbs had also ulcer formed my right wrist
which gave me intense pain.
When in this condition. Mr. Scott, Conductor on the Sus
quehanna Railroad with several Others called attention
the many wonderful made by Hamptons Vegetable
Tncture determined to give 1t trial, a last resort
You well remember my suferings at the time got the
Tincture from you-they almost past endurance
happy to inform you, that in short time after
taking It, relieved from pain and could walk without
difficulty, and in about four weeks enabled to take
part the poughing match ut late Agricultural Fair
The ulcer my wrist is entirely cured, and am In
the enjoyment Of the very best health with symptoms
my old disease all of which feel bound to say
the great healing and restorative powers of Hamptons Veg
table Tncture.
My great confidence in has induced to recommend It
to Others and have also Its good effects in
Der of cases. My little daughter had been in bad health
do her any good until gave her this Tncture Of lamp
TOMS which restored her to robust health do there
fore cheerfuly bear my testimony in favor of this valuable
medicine, and wish you to fend dozen bottles that
may always have 1t ut hand. Yours respectfully,
ELISHA p. HORNE,
Monckton Mills Baltimore county.
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-04
A RARE CHANCE FOR A DESIRABLE RESI-
DENCEI

HAVE FOR SALE that very desirable and highly i'm
i proved residence at present occupied by Nj. Duffy,
esq., the heights of Georgetown that beautiful resi-
dence Of Captain Hunter of the United States Navy The
buildings in fine ORDER comfortable and roomy Of the
modern cottage STYLE with dry and capacous cellars The
grounds large fronting about hundred and fifty
feet front and back two streets with depth of over three
hundred feet laid out In the most tasteful STYLE and well
set with the and beautiful fruits flowers, and
shrubbery which in the highest state of cultivation,
with variety of rustic arbors houses lawns orna
ments &C. full supply of pure water in the yard For
further description and terms apply at my office.
JOHN III. KING,
General and Real Estate Agent, Georgetown, D. G.
feb 24-3taw2w
Daily American telegraph., 1852-03-04
ORLEANS INSURANCE COMPANY!

Office %, Todd's Building, BroWns' Hotel!
rJ,HIs COMPANY buildings and their contents
against by fire at favorable those offered
by other responsible companies The amount insured is
limited $4,000 in any risk Extra hazardous pro-
perty such Steamms Carpentershops &C., will not be
insured by this Company.
ransacng the business of the Company the directors
will devote their time and energies to render the institution
under their charge permanent and SAFE
Policies will be issued promptly, buildings or personal
property, by the subscriber.
L. II. REYNOLDS, General Agunt
feb 23-2w* Todd's Building, Browns Hotel