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New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10
Prom, the Intcxior.

FIRE IN SAcRANEsTO.-N quarter past Two O'Clock
yesraav afternoon the entire city thrown into
rraOn by the alarm OF IRE. accompanied BY the toln2
Of le and en- immense cloud Of snike rolling IL black
volume 10 the heavens lhr iasai pfssage was az once
% led into the threatening Of terrible calamity and
VIII more surprise end esnesiness than are usually mani
fes..d on sufh occasions. Business closed their
toes ana shop. that they might repair AZ TO the
cene Of danger The IRE proved - be the southwest
conner a seventh and St. IN he drug sore II ArJ l..
PorLeuius Ia frame filed with combustible articles. The
fane broke throuh the roof IN very few moments o.
10, t1a m.el. elyel,.ed before the engines COLA
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10

Castle GARDEs CoScEBTs-Ihe Concert IN julien
lrs night another magnificent triumph The weather
was Indictment but the auditory and brilliant The
more We see Of II Jaiens ooniuctorshp the We ere
IMPRESSED with the feeling that be has the Of magnets
ing and directing great bodies Of Musicians IN manner 81
per.or 70 any IN Europe. His orchestral effects
ere unequaled The solos were exquisiiely rendered
Tonight there WI be Concert. and also sunday
an cara on for the benefit Of " Orleans %
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10

FURTHER or TIE SrTTERERs b TIE Bar STATE Ac
oIurxr-Miss SNOW sufficiently recovered to 20 home
to Poughkeepse Yesterday morning Miss Anne lie Wolf
i doing well and will recover
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10

venton be rendered 10 the gentlemen who have 80 EbaT
civ Contributed to aid in the Temperance
The Convention adjourned sne de by prayer from
Rev DR. Patton
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10

DvsrRrcrrvY FIRE IL FIFTH sT-Last NIGHT about ten
ocok Ere broke out in the large five story brick build
rc in Fifth st. near the First upper part occupied as
satinet Trut Works by MessTs. II. r. Williams 81 Co
lower part bv 4 Delaour as a Soda Water Manufa tory
Officer NJ H. Brown Of the Seventeenth Ward while pa
trolling his beat discovered heavy body OF smoke isaas
from The fifth story Of the building and Immediately gave
he alarm but before the arrival OF the fire department Of
the district the flames burst forth from the roof With great
fury The fourth and fifth stories were filed with satne
ard Cashmere goods large amount In consequence Of
the large amount OF infammable material in the building
the flames spread with great rapidly from story to story
betting every effort of the remen who abored very ener
retcallv 20 save tie premises from destruction
The sky being hung with heavy black clouds the
brilliant flames were reelected thereon and the ght could
be distinctly from every part OF the CAy MANY
r,ope living in tie vicinity OF the burning building fs
hensive that the flames would Communicate % me
sStoinipg rroperiy, ard accordingly numbers Of poor
e.ies made preparations - move their little pop ~
mo the street brilliant shower Of sparks was blown ID
various directions and falling upon thc ofpose ol-s
in S,1ihs; came very near setting them on nFl. lhy
were. however, watched by the occupants 1AI e-.iA
yu she'd with a few pals Of water.
Thor was al the time the fire broke ont several work
Non in the Print works al Of whom escaped without N
rrv They were g, work IN tue lower stories and Il -
od bv people living in the neghborwood that there vas
an uuusra heavy fre in the furnace used IN the establish
rnent The origin Of the re cannot be ascera ned a.
bouoh II supposed have been oceaonei By he over
heating Of the chimney ues Within an hour after the
So was discovered the buildn. was a Of ruins.
Nessrs Williams * Co. had large stock Of goot' n
the budin snd the loss j. estimated al from s-9y0 Il
$4,000.
Owing ~ the laeness OF the h0u- could nJs ascertain
whether the properly w1, insured 90
II NJ Hcfs Of the Seventeenth Wari, Bedford 81 -
Tcr.h ani other ci-.l-~ were l----i wa --lz -t-
New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1853-09-10

Manhattan Jeff the wharf the Albanian enonsi on TIER
Guardians to be pesen: the Frenen BAH az Albany
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
Des MOines Valley
n tt RS - r Y.
LOCATED AT KEoKuK, IOWA.

boChiED Al kEOhuh, loWA.
THE Subscriber respectfully solicits the
L attention of Fruit Growers and the
Public TO his large stock Of Fruit Trees,
Shrubs, Evergreens, SC, for sale this Fall
and the coming Spring, consisting, in part,
Of H..
$4,000 Apple Trees Of the best varieties,
from 2 to 6 years old, at from 10 to l2a
cents each.
5000 Pear Trees, of the latest and best
kinds, Oh Pear Roots, Dwarf Pears, on
Ounce stocks, from rs to so cents.
10000 Peach Trees of the largest and
most productive kinds from 10 to l2s cts
each.
1000 Plum Trees, from 25 to so cts each.
500 Cherries, Ounces, Apricots, SC, %
to so cents each. a re
Small fruits consisting of Currants,
Gooseberries, Raspberries, Strawberries,
and Pie Plants.
Grape Vines-a large quantity to
years old, 10 to % cents.
Evergreens, embracing Balsam FRS.
Pines, Arbor Vitaes, White and Red
Cedars, Hemlocks, &C.
With n good assortment of Shrubs,
Roses, Shade Trees, Sc, at low prices.
Usage Orange Plants, large guam
tity, and 2 years old, for sale very low,
which will set out and bring to perfec-
tion as fence for those who wishit.
Having purchased the entire Nursery oil
Jesse w. Fellsknown as Fruit Hill, near
Payson, IL miles southeast of Quincy, ILL.,,
to those who may wish to engage in the
business, or plant out Orchards, 1 am en-
abled to offer great inducements, as the
Trees are all TO be removed within limit
ed time. ...s...-.. ..a....
am prepared to contract for planting
Orchards, Shrubs, Evergreens, Hedges, SC,
and insuring their growth. All kinds OF
country produce will be taken in exchange
for trees. Orders from distance, directed
to the proprietor. accompanied by the cash
or good reference, attended to on receipt.
Any orders left with Messrs. Chittenden
& McGavic or Cleghorn & Harrison, prompt
ly attended to.
The Nursery is situated near Fulton nd
Fourteenth sts,, between the Plank Road
and the River, at Keokuk, Iowa.
Packages delivered in the city or al
steamboats, free of charge. Letters of in
quiry should be pre- paid. Catalogues sent
in exchange for stamps.
GEO. B. WILLIAMS.
Dec. Both, 1852. .
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
DOn't Go Tell the World.
SOMETHING NE w
I'M OTTUMWA!
Groceries for .AA-Cheaper than th
Cheapest!

TNHE undersigned most respectfully in
forms the citizens of Ottumwa, and
the surrounding country, that he has open
ed a large and splendid stock of
En- mil GROC ERIE s,
In the Frame Building, on the same lot with
his residence on the south side of main ST..
where he will be pleased to wait 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.
LSO-
Pepper, Allspice, Ginger, Saleratus, Vim
egar, Pepper Sauce, Mustard, Tobacco, and
in fact, other articles usually kept in an
establishment of the kind; including a gu
perior article of Whiskey. He has a supe
rior article of Candles, which lie will war.
rant to be ALL TALLow, except the wicks,
and when urged for further warranty, he
will insure them to be tallow(ed,) and
which he can afford to sell at l2a cents pei
pound.
There is another thing which he wishes
to be distinctly understood, that is, thai
he will not be undersold by any establish
ment in the country.
Give me a call.
THOMAS SlNNAMON,
Tap OOth 1870
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
THOMAS SINNAM
Jan. 20lh, 1852.
Patent Wagon Skeins.

THE subscriber, having purchased OF the
Patentees, the right of manufacturing and
the exclusive right of vending JAMES JONES
celebrated Patent Skeins for Buggies, Wag-
ons, and other Vehicles, in and for the
counties Of Wapello, Davis, Monroe, APP
panoose, Lucas, Wayne, Clark. Decatur,
Union, Ringgold, Adams, Taylor, Mont
gomery, Page. Mills, Fremont, Pottawatta-
mic, Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, Guthrie,
Cass, Adair, Crawford and Monona. takes
this method of notifying the public of the
fact, and hereby cautions all persons against
infringing in any form or manner upon his
rights in the premises.
Patent Rights,
For the above valuable invention, for any
of the above named counties, or any Town
ship or Shop right in these counties, for
sale on reasonable terms, on application to
the subscriber at Ottumwa, Iowa.
Buggies and Wagons
OF every description, ironed on the plan
of this greatly improved patent, in superb
or style, and on reasonable terms, by the
subscriber, at his shop, on Court ST., be-
tween Main and Second. Ottumwa, Iowa.
June 9TH, l652.ly L. J. REEVE.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
CITY BOOK STORE,
KEOKUK, IOWA.

a. hEOh Uh, INV "A
In the Post Office Buildings, on I'd street,
between Main and Johnson.
ID b. OGDEN has established in Keo-
H. 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,-especi-
ally in Stationery, Blank Books, and Fan
cy articles. He will endeavor always to
have on hand general assortment OF
SCHOOL Books and the standard works Of
the day.
CHEAP LiTERATURE.-A full assortment
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, 1853-01-20
jefferson Street. Burling ton, Io,oa.

Jefferson Street, Burlington, IoDa.
TRON--Fiat, square and round, assorted
Il sizes, plough slabs, plough wings, assert
ed shapes and sizes.
STEEL-Cast, German, American bis
ter, English blister, German and Spring, as
sorted sizes. "
SToVES--lmproved Premium. alright
and Pacific Cook stoves, Parlor, Coal, Box,
10, z, and plates different sizes.
ALSO-Jewett's Improved Patent Cary
Ploughs, Tin Plates, Copper, Sheet-Iron,
lron-wire, Nails, and Castings of every des-
cription.
ALSO-Hardwar of all kinds, and Black
smiths Tools.
| A full supply of the above articles al.
ways on hand, and for sale as low as can
be afforded by JOHN &. FOOTE.
Feb. 26th, 1852. 6m
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
THE GRAEFFENBERG
MEDICINES.

TIME GRAEFENBERG VEGETABLE
i Pills, considered the Standard Pill of
of the day, infinitely superior to any Pill
before the public.
The Graefenberg Health Bitters. skilful-
ly and elegantly prepared from number
of purifying, invigorating and healing roots,
barks, herbs, and vines.
The Dysentary Syrup, certain and i'm
mediate cure of Dysentery, Diarrhea,
Cholera Morbus, Asiatic Cholera, &c.
The Graelenberg Sarsaparilla, a power
full extract; one bottle equal to ten of or
binary Sarsaparilla.
! The Green Mountain Ointment invaiu-
able in the following diseases: Glandular
Swelled Breasts, Felon' Ringworm, Scald
Head, Burns, Bruises, C.
The Childrens Panacea, for summer COM
plant, and most diseases to which chill
dren are subject. No mother should be
without it.
The Graefenberg Fever and Ague Pills. a
speedy and positive cure for this distress
ing complaint. 81
Libbys Pile Ointment, warranted GER
tain cure.
Consumptive Balm, sovereign in all
Bronchial and pulmonary diseases. Full
directions accompany each bottle.
Marshall's Uterine Catholicon, an infal-
lible remedy for all diseases of the Womb
and Urinary Organs, viz: prolapsus uteri,
fluor albus, suppressed menses, &c. War
ranted.
Please observe that none are genuine,
without the Seal of the Company printed
upon each Package.
THE MANUAL OF HEALTH-2OO
Pages.-Just published by the Graefenberg
Company, is one Of the most valuable and
comprehensive Medical works ever issued.
1t contains great fund of information rel
alive to the treatment of every form of dis
ease-and most important directions for
preserving health. 1t also contains Veg
etable Materia Medica--a collection Of
useful tables and recipes. for making per-
fumery, cosmetics, etc. ltshould be in ev-
cry family. Price % cents copy.
These celebrated remedies, which have
received the appreciation of many of the
most distinguished physicians and public
men in the country, may be found in every
town and village Of the United States.
p. c. HALE, Gen. Agent for Iowa.
JOHN PUMROY,
Local Agent for Ottumwa.
July LIST, 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
The Ganges.

The Gauges, (called by the natives
"Ganga, the river,') takes its rise a.
mone the lofiies. of the Hymalay an
peaks; and after winding for hundred
and fifty miles through a stupendous
labyrinth of mountains, enters the plains
of Hindostan through an opening in the
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
Middle River Tavern
stand.
WILLIAM ALCORN,

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 Winterset to Kanes-
vile, Traders Point and Platteyille Oh the
Missouri River. His house is on the west
bank ofMiddle River, few hundred yards
from the ford. He has convenient house,
and every thing to make emigrants and trav-
elers comfortable, and pledges himself that
his charges will be very reasonable.
Middle River. March 4th, so. l9yl
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20

Law QuIBBLEs.-A tippling lawyer,
noted for his ingenious pleading, while
he was reading about Ewes fall, the 9th.
er Gay, at once exclaimed:-"lf she had
only known this flaw, II would have been
quite easy to avoid the law. The right
to Eden never could have been denied
her, il she had squeezed the fruit and
drank the cider Exchange.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
CLEGHORN & HARRISON,
WHOLESALE GRocERs AND DEALERS IN
II IL % ID u e E
KEOKUK,IOWA

LSO-C Constantly on hand all kinds
of Liquors, Glassware. Staple Hard
Ware, Queenspdre, Cotton Yarn ana
Carpes Harp, Cotton Batting, Sole
and Upper Leather, and many other
articles too numerous TO mention.
Country merchants and Others visiting
our city will find it to their interest to give
us call. Jan. 18th, 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
Ho! We Lords Of Creation!

nON'T delay day until you get one OF
H. 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 a washing day"
These machines are manufactured by
ALDRIG IL ELLIS.
J. ALDRIG still keeps on hand and man
ufactures to order Spinning Wheels of all
kinds, Repairs Wheels, Guns, etc.
&C. Shop on the corner of Washington
and..3d SITS. opposite the Jail. 81
Ottumwa, Nov. Goth, 1851. 1T.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
WAGON MAKING.

TNHE undersigned respectfully informs
Il the citizens of this and the adjoining
counties that he has commenced the Wag-
on Making Business in all its various BRAN
ches, and hopes that, by strict attention to
business and by making reasonable charges
for his work. to merit and receive liberal
share of public patronage. aa~~lstas
He has determined to work for those per
sons living on the north side of the river
enough lower to pay their ferriage, il they
choose give him their work. 81. .esl
Repairing done on the shortest possible
notice.
His shop is on the Dunn farm, on the
south side Of the Des Moines River.
BENZ. WRIGHT,
Dec. 18th. lS5l--tf. 9I--ateI
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
From the Western Citizen.
The Maid of Maquoketa.
By M. D. d.

The Maquokeia is beautiful stream
in Iowa, and tributary Of the Mississip-
ri. Time was when the red man. held
undisputed sway in this region, and many
relics now remain of his prior posses
sions. Many legend also, is fresh in
the minds of the early settlers connected
with this interesting race, one Of which
was told me during an excursion to the
summit of noted bluff, and afterwards
confirmed by second relation as we
stood in admiration aud delight beside
the slvery stream.
Here we beheld the ruins OF town,
which in '37--8, bid fair to become
city OF importance, as a, that time It was
the depo, of the traders around; and the
river being capable of steamboat naviga-
ton, there was much trade carried on in
that way. Several warehouses are now
standing, and the remains of many dwell
lings, while here and there chimney is
all that is left of the hallowed spor,where
once the domestic hearth-stone was sur
rounded by bright happy faces and low
ing hearts. Pene was the name OF this
town, and there is not a more lovely spot
for a large city in that part of Iowa.
But, the indomitable ambition and fiery
spirit OF Julian Dubuque exerted so great
an influence in favor oil the then embryo
city bearing his name. and founded by
him, as to sap at once the growing pros
poets of its rival of the Maqnokela; and
now, in the short space Of fifteen years,
the busy hum Of industry is hushed for
ever; the high hopes of many are blight
ed, and all that remains of that once in
telligen,nnd thrifty population is one SOL
itary family, the remains of two ware.
houses, and several chimneys standing
naked and alone. The bird of nigh, has
hishabiiation where once beauty and love
had home, and the "whip-poor-will'
chants the requiem of her who found an
early grave beneath the waves OF this
beautiful stream. But to my story.
The Indian roalned over the towering
bluffs. and undulating prairies; his canoe
glided softly on the bosom of the placid
stream, and he reposed calmly beneath
the shade Of the beautiful foliage which
adorne this lovely spot. But alas! the
white man came, and with him came
sorrow 10 the lodge of the red man,
Y'Ee chief Of this tribe had lovely
daughter. Anook was her name, and
many were the warriors who bowed at
her feet; but Anook needed none OF their
oyertnres. but would turn away from
them, and seek her own amusement in
guiding her canoe over the calm surface
Of the river she loved SO well. In one
Of these excursions she was over.aken
by storm. but being very expert in the
bus;ness Of rowing. she was not alarm
ed; when suddenly she perceived pale
face Of peculiar beauty struggling with
he waves which were rapid and turbu-
lent in the storm. She stopped her ca
zoe. and offered 10 conduct him to her
f.,her's lodge; who she said "wo,ld be
Find "a the white man." He accepted
her offer. staid at the chiefsain's lodge
mill The storm abaied, and then In TAX
;ng lis leave. gave them many thanks,
and .sked permission 10 come again.
] hen he would give them more sub
s,..,.l ! idence Of his gratitude. La
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
- Drugs, Medicines, Z
~ Paints, Oils, ~
VA Dye &u6s.
q Perfumeru, &c. &c.

1t is pleasure for him to say that bis
stock is now entirely complete, and that he
and he hopes by faithful and prompt atten-
ton to his own business, not only to merit
but to share a reasonable portion of the
public patronage. His stock consists in
part Of the following articles, viz.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20

zens Of Wapelloa and the adjoining counties,
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 fol-
work ID. Z. HALL.
Ottumwa, Dec. 18th, lS5l-ly.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
POLITICAL.
:sGaizEe'.ssssa|*:s
oh! Boys, Garry me long.


Oh! carry me long, ...... ..-
Oars no more trouble for me,
Use gwine to roam in happy home,
Where all de niggas are free.
I've worked long in the fields,
I've handled many hoe;
I'll turn my eye before | die,
And see the sugar-cane grow. .a
CHoRus-Oh boys, carry me long,
Garry me till die,
Garry medown to de buryin' ground,
Massa, don't you cry.
All ober de land,
I've wandered many day,
To blow my horn and watch de corn,
Aud keep de possums away.
No use for Inc now,
So darkies bury me low;
My horn is dry and | must lie
Where de possum neber can go.
"oh, boys" &c.
Farewell to de boys,
Wild hearts so happy and light,
DEFY sing song all de day long,
And dance de juba at night.
Farewell to de fields
OF cotton, bacco and all;
Use gwine to hoe in a Dressed row,
49, Where de corn grows mellow and tail.
sob, boys" &C.
Farewell to de hills,
De meadows cobered wild green,
Old brindle, Boss and de old gray boss,
All beaten, broken and lame.
Farewell to de dog
Dat always followed me round;
Old Sancho II wall and droop his tail,
When ] am under de ground.
"Oh, boys" sc.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
Money! Money!

Money! Money!!
A LII persons indebted to us will please
IA call and settle. This is the first call
we have made on our customers and hopeit
will meet with prompt attention.
The notes and accounts will be found in
the hands of Mr.. Chas. Dudley, in the alb
sence of VIM. b., Street.
STREET BROTHERS.
Agency City, Sept. Ist, 1852.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
J. PUMROY'S
tuboIcsaIe an6 Retail
DRUG STORE,
Ottumwa, Iowa.

TOHN PUMROY would inform the pub
81 lie, his friends. and the crest of man
kind" that he has just returned with large
and CAREFULLY SELECTED STOCK OF FRESH
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20
BlackSmithing.

G%Hk rTHE undersigned still contin-
sA i ues the Blacksmithing bust
ness at his old stand, North of Myers
Mill, and is prepared to do all kinds OF
work, in his line, on as good terms as it can
be done anywhere else, and in workman
like manner.
He is thankful for the very liberal pa.
tronage hitherto bestowed, and hopes to
merit continuance of the same.
Ill STEPHEN OSBORN.
Ottumwa, aug Ed. 1881. 8
ID ANDLES-S,ar and Tallow can
IN dies for sale by
JOHN PUMROY.
W1OBACCO a. SEGARS-a choice
II article, for sale by
JOHN PUMRoY.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1853-01-20

LATH! LATH!!
UJ HE UNDERSIGNED have on
IL hand and will keep a constant sup.
ply of SAWED LATH. Persons al
a distance can rely upon getting any a.
mount. at any time.
HAMMOND e. co.
Ot.umwa, July LIST, 1852.