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The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
A Battle in the Dark.

The New York Sun," in its summary of news brought by the Pacific has the following:
 On the 18th February, conflict took place by mistake between two columns of the Rus sian army. The Turkish positions are extend ed in an easterly direction, as far as the village of Cuiperceni which is about mile distant from kalafat. For several days Turkish corps, 1000 strong, underth command of Col. Mirolai had been posted in from of the village, and in the direction of the Russian outposts. On this corps the Russians determ ned to make an onslaught duringt the night of the 18th. For that purpose two Russian columns were brought up, each from 4OOO to 5000 strong one by the road which leads to Kalafat from about the village of Scribozi, and the other from the left side of 1t from about Poisno, (Prince Mlosch'S property,) to advance unexpectedly upon the Turks, to surprise, enclose them, and cut them to pieces.
 i The Russian columns commenced their march at o'clock in the morning. and by reached a position from whence they were only one- half an hours march from the Turkish pickets- | The second column seems either to have mis- sed the direction by mistaking the road, or to have come up long afterits time. Be this as 1 it may, the latter column, in the obscuritv of a < foggy night, concluded the former to be body ] of hostile Turks, and instantly opened upon them terrific cannonade, which the others who labored under the same mistake, returned with yet more deadly effect. Pressing towards each other 1t came ere long to close fire of small arms.
 l This illomened combat lasted for an hour and half, until, when day dawned, the con- batants saw with horror, the error they had committed. The loss, in killed and wounded in the course of the nights encounter, is reck- oned by the Russians themselves, at several hundreds. The turks were naturally alarmed at every point, and at Widdin, which is but a league and a half distant, Omer Pacha, on hear ing the cannonade, took all the requisite mea- sures for defence. The Turkish corps station ed at Cuiperceni stood to arms, in readiness for action at any moment but did not advance, as it was at a loss to imagine or comprehend what the Russians were about, murdering one another in that style. It was not till between and a. m., that the Russian columns withdrew to their respective positions, carrying their wound ed along with them.
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GT If any assurance were wanting, that the administration would follow up the bold and energetic policy initiated by the message of the President we have it in the following signif-
 mt and emphatic language of the Washington
 nion
 OUR RELATIONS WITH SPAIN.-The Arctic, '' which departs from New York to-day for Li- verpool, will convey special messenger from this government with instructions to our minis ter at Madrid to demand, in emphatic terms, immediate and ample reparation from Spain for the outrage committed by the authorities at Cuba in the instance of the ''Black Warrior.'' We shall impatiently await, in common with every American citizen, the answer which will be,given by the Spanish ministry to this de- mand. If it be favorable and prompt, and if Spain shall consent, within reasonable time,
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E.A. HINES, DAGUERREAN ARTIST,

N7OULD respectfully inform the citizens of Little wv Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the post office, with good light and other conveniences, which enables him to take lie would further state that having on hand large supply of fine stock of every variety he is determn ed to take pictures at very reduced pces compared with former rates. Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of selves Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pns can be supplied as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes
 He pledges himself that no exertion shall be with held to render entire satisfaction.
 The best time for operating is from o'clock in the morning till four in the evening
 April IS. 1854. 1Y
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POISONING.

l tuge composed of Castor Oil, Calomel, etc., are not that, while they appear to benefit the pa tient they are actually laying the foundations for series of diseases, such salvation, loss of sight weakness of limbs, etc.
 In another column will be found the advertisement of Hobensack's medicines, to which ask the atten- ton of all directly interested in their well their childrens health. In Liver Complaints and all make use of the only genuine medicine. Hoben- sacks Liver Pills"
 sy7" Pe not Deceiced,' but ask for Hobensack's Worm Syrup and Liver Pills and observe that each has the signature of the proprietor, J. N. HOBEN- SACK, as none else are genuine.
 June 2f 53 ly
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F,owerss Flowers!! Flowers!!!

TTIHE ladies and lovers of Horticulture respect
 fully informed that the undersigned has just ar rived from Paris with very fine collection of Plants and Flowers such as Camelas, Rhododendrons, Mag nolias Azaeas and great variety of Roses, especi- ally new kinds. which are scarce in European estab is6ments fish m at the present day. Also great number of Pear, Apple and Cherry, Trees, and Grape Vines Also flower and garden seeds, among which is the seed of African Asparagus fit for use one year after piantinc All the plants are in excellent condition and will be sold low as the desires to return to France soon. They may be seen at the Auction Mart.
 Anil IS. 1t P. RAMEL.
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Office of the Cairo Fulton Railroad Co.
 LITTLE RocK, ARKs., March 22d, 1854. 76 the Stockholders of Ae C. and f. R. R. Go: DUBLIC Notice is hereby given, that there will be | ameeting of the Stockholders of this Company, held at their office, in the city of Little Rock, on Monday, the fifteenth day of May next, for the choice of thirteen Directors and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before them. Votes can be given only by Stockholders, in person, or by proxies, authorized by writing who have held their shares for least thirty days previous to the day of election.
 The charter of the Company provides, that no per son but q bona fde Stockhoder, in his own right of at least fifty shares which he shall have held thirty days previous to the election, shall be President or Director.
 No Shareholder will be entitled to vote by proxy, unless the instrument appointing him as proxy shall have been previously delivered to the Secretary of the Company or other person authorized by the Board of Directors to act.
 By order of the Executive Committe.
 ROSWELL BEEBE,
 President. P. S.-Agents of the c. & F. R. R. Co.,. appointed to solicit stock subscription. are requested to make out complete returns from their books of all stock subscriptions since their last returns in time to insure their receipt here before the election of Directors without such evidence the Subscription Books on file in the Company's Office, the names of Stockhol- ders cannot be satisfactorily ascertained.
 April H. 5w, 26. k. B.
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THE NEBRASKA BILL IN THE HoUsE.-The Washington Star knows of forty-sx mem- bers of the House from non-slaveholding States who are for the bill, and presumes that there must be others so disposed. Under these cir cumstances, we have to say to our distant rea- ders, that notwithstanding the current startling telegraphic stories of disafection in Congress, the terror under which northern members rest, etc., it is at this moment sure of a majority of thirty in the House,
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18

THE INSTRUCTIONS TO MIR. SoULE.- The New York Sun says it learns from private sources that Secretary MARCY has instructed Mr. SoULE, our minister at Madrid, to make the demand for indemnity and apology in the most peremptory manner; and should the Spa nish government hesitate, or put off its reply, under pretence of waiting for information from Havanna, MT. SoULE is to lose no time in com- municating the fact to Washington, when our government will proceed instanter to blockade every Cuban port"
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To file the returns of their respective counties in this office bstore te. first o Aay," which each Sheriff is permitted to do, on his paying the entire expense of advertisement.
 By the 10th section of the above named law, it is further made the duty of the Secretary of State to make out list of all delinquent Sheriffs who have not filed their census returns by the first of May and hand the same to the Governor, who is required to commission other Sher for such counties as the de- faults have occurred in.
 April Il, '54 St DAVID B. GREER,
 Secretary ef State.
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two more wives than the law allows. His three wives were widows, aged respectively, thirty, forty, and forty-fve years. The first wife is trying to procure bail, the second is pros- ecuting him, and the third is repining because of his absence. He alleges that in each case the widow was the aggressor. Were he in Utah, he might, in time, rival Governor Brig ham Young
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
NOTICE TO STEAMBOAT MEN.

A LL licences granted by me as Supervis. A ing inspector of the fifth district to pilots and engineers in the month of April 1S53 hereby ex- tended for sixty days from the date of their cxpira tion because of my inability to attend to their newal at the proper time.
 The lists of the names of persons whose licenses are thus extended will be found with: The Collector of Customs, at Memphis. H. Roberts tN Co.,, Napoleon. District Attorney of United States Court for Ar kansas at Little Rock DAVIS EMBREE,
 Sup. Ins., 5th District. N. B.-The lists sent to District Attorney will be left with Rapley, Hanger d Co.,, Little Rock. April II '54 3t
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Carriage and Wagon
 Factory.

E-ME.M-ySAsxsHsgsa .M- " THE undersigned has opened a Carriage and Wagon manufacturing establishment on the corner of Main and Cherry streets, Little Rock,
 He has in connection with his carriage factory, a first rate Smhery, where all sorts of Blacksmithing will be well and expeditously done.
 Carriages and wagons neatly and carefully repaired
 He has engaged the very best workmen, and tatters himself that ali work turned out of his shop will com pare favorably with Cincinnati or Eastern work.
 April K. 1854 1v J. J. COWART.
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THE MISSES McALMONTS,

"A IuuItS VIII FCoOpCM A on Monday the 18th of March, and close on Wednesday the 9th of August, 1S54
 TERMS.
 Primary Glass; BIO co Second Class Including Natural Philosophy, Mo dem History of England and of the United States, Geography, Grammar, Rhetoric, Analysis, Arithmetic, and Composition, SIP 50 First Class Including Mental Philosophy, Moral Science Logic, Elements of Criticism, Ancient History and Geography, Be- tany Geology, Chemistry, Astronomy higher Rhetoric, Composition, Age bry, Geometry and Tngonometay,
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
RAPLEY, HAN GER < co. New Business Firm, at the Lower
 Steamboat Landing.

HAVING purchased of T. ID. Merrick & II Co.,, the stock of merchandise, and leased the large story brick building formerly occupied by said firm. at the Lower Steamboat Landing in this city, for term of years offer the stock hand at prices unusually low with view to the introduction of large and heavy stock of groceries, provisions and plantation supplies .,,
 Purchasers are assured that every inducement will be offered close the stock at prices satisfactory and at the earliest period
 Call and examine for yourselves
 April II 1854
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Stoves, Copper, Tin and Sheet Iron

Stoves, Copper, Tin and Sheet Iron Ware. THE undersigned having purchased l the right to manufacture and sell cFFkM Jackson's patent double Cooking tMulEAS2 Stove, in the State of Arkansas @< now offer them for sale. This Stove, for convenience and economy is unsurpassed, having two of different temperatures, with one fire They have also hand, an assortment of Cooking Stoves of various patterns stove pipe and stove fur niture. Tin and sheet-iron they offer wholesale and retail at reduced prices.
 Persons desiring to purchase the right to manufact sell the Jackson Stove in any part of the State, can do so, by calling on or addressing (post paid),
 J. BRISBIN & CO.,.
 April II '54 Main st., Little Rock.
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IRON BEDSTEADS.

Manufactured by !. B. Wickersham, 312
 Broadway. New York. TTEAD-Q ARTERS for Ornamental, Elaborate, II and Strong Iron Dedsteads: Price from S4 to SS0
 Adopted by Dwellings, Hotels Asylums, Prisons, etc. The largest assortment at lowest prices always on hand.
 Wire Railing, Wro't and Cast Iron Railing and Iron Furniture.
 2nd edition of the New Phase in Iron Manufacture will be forwarded. Works, 5s, 55, 57, 59 and e1 Lewis Street. April H. '54.
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18

BEWARE OF V1DDERs "-The wisdom of the injunction uttered by Sam Weller, senior, Ito beware of vidders" is exemplifed by the case of youth nineteen years of age, described as slim built and of offensive appearance, who is now in Kings county (N. Y.) jail, for having
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Marfied.---At the residence of Allen Mar

Married.---At the residence of Allen Mar tin, in Fourche township, in th;s county, on Tuesday the 1lth inst, by the Rev. s. Carlisle, Mr. ALEXANDER E. ROWLAND, of Saline coun- ty, to Miss MARTHA M. MARTIN, of Ripley county, Missouri ,-7 riage of our friends we received handsome present of bridal cake In making the an- nouncement, we wish the young couple the fullest realization of all the happiness they an- ticipate in their union and the enjoyment of all the richest gifts of this world and the world to come.
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
GROCERIES! GROCERIESH ECEIVED and for sale at the ssYellOW

IC Corner" 9 bags Coffee. 30 hhds Sugar; 15 bags Salt 20 brls and 20 E brls Molasses; Rice, St. Louis Flour, brls and half brls, Whisky, Brandy and Wine;
 Iron and Steel, Castings, 100 kegs Boston Nails 5 doz Hall and Spears Flows;
 Horse and Mule Collars, trace and log Chains; Cotton Yarns 40 bags Shot, Lead, 2S0 cans Balti- more Oysters. TUCKER & ROSS. Aprii II '5A
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Died.-In this city on the 27th inst, IDA youngest daughter of Roswell and Julia M. Beebe, aged 19 months and IS days.
 In this city, April 15, 1854, MARIA THERESA, infant daughter of Henry and Cathrine Fisher.
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
GREAT MUSIC EMPORIUM.

LUST published..-.At Lee & Walkers, 1SS aJ Chestnut street, Philadelphia.
 No. 16, BUDs AND BLOSSOMS the last number out of the Popular collection of Variations on Sacred Airs.
 TANTALIzING POLKA.
 SLEIGH BELL POLKA. By W. H. Refer. LES TURLEoN POLKA MAzURKA Welerstein. BELLE ALLIANCE SoHoTT1scH. G. Anton. YoUNe AMERICAS POLKA By Lewis Reimer. KIND WORDS. Thos. Baker.
 THE HAPPY HOMES OF EARTH. Thos. Baker. MATCHLEss KATE. J. Haman.
 On. THE Joys WHEN LOVE IS DREAMING. W. G. Ewing.
 CORA LEE. H. B. Brown
 GENTLE WARNING. J. Haman.
 THE MLLER's SoNa. Author of Ben Bolt. RESCUE QUICKsTEP.
 FoNp HEARTS AT HOME. R. Thomas. New music published and received daily. Also, constantly on hand superior Pianos Guitars, Violins, Flutes and the very best Italian strings of their own importation. Orders promptly attended to. Cata- logues sent by mail.
 April II Pm
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OS Half bris MOlasses received this day per ~O steamboat Lucy Robinson and for sale cheap at the AUCTION STORE. :
 April IS, '54
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Office of the Secretary of State,l

 WHEREAS by section of chapter 2, of the Re- w vised Statutes of the State of Arkansas, it is made the duty of the Secretary of State to make out lst 9f te names q tue Sherifs v1o have tatled to le % his g6fce, bee the first dag @ Ap'al, te census c teir counties" and cause the same to be published, notifying all such delinquent Sheriffs to file their respective returns by the first day of May In pursuance whereof notice is hereby given to the Sherihs of the following counties, to wit:
 P;ohor1 r Corr;lo SborH If tho nountv If Conway
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NEW STORE.

n BENDER, dealer in staple and fancy Dry D. Goods, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Clothing, Hardware Cutlery Edge Tools, Iron. Nails, Groce- ries. Carriage Trimmings, Saddlery Hardware Car petng, Carriage Steel Springs and Iron Axes Leather and enaneled Cloth stock bells, etc.
 Grateful for past patronage most respectfully so- icit continuance of favors at my new location, ner Markham and Cumberland streets.
 April H. 54 D. BENDER.
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JUST RECEIVED.

S BRLS Molasses; 25 half do; and for sale cheap. O M. TANTI.
 April 1S '54
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Buckwheat! Buckwhcat!!

QA BOXES and kegs Buckwheat- first rate article OO just received per Lucy Robinson, and for sale low by JOHN J. THOMPSON.
 April IS, '54
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@onaethinEEo Ladies. Ladies, Fancy and Dress Goods and Fash-
 iOnabie Millinery.

iOnable Millinery.
 A MFRS. JONES would call the attention o1 C21fA the public to her elegant and large as sz~- sortment of ladies' goods all of the very la- test and most fashionable styles, which will be sold at extremely low prices, consisting in part of Bonnets Ribbons. Flowers. Bridal Wreaths, Beads, Parasols chdrehs straw Hats
 large assortment of Underseeves, Chimesettes, Elm brodery Collars and fancy goods of all descriptions piece of black Dress Silk, great variety of Prints She has engaged one of the best Milliners in the United States who will execute a orders at the short est notice. Please call and examine her stock.
 Also large assortment of Ryans celebrated ladies and childrens' Shoes.
 -, Also just received one dozen gentlemens' Mole kM skin Hats which is offered very low. GSS Mrs. J. intends keeping large stock of la dies and childrens Shoes, and hopes to receive i beral share of patronage Her store IS on Main st., doors above Cherry. April IS, '54.
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J. l. E V Y {,

KEEPS constantly on hand a general as. YA sortment of Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Clothing, and great variety of Dry Goods and Groceries at his store in Badgett's new brick building, on East Main street, between Messrs. D. B. Mandel and J. H. Robinson. which he offers very low for cash- Call and look at his stock of goods before purchasing elsewhere.
 Little Rock April II 54
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
Buggy for Sale

Buggy for Sale. 4 SPLENDID top buggy, of the best Boston make A for sale by D. B. HANDEL. April II '54
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MARBLE YARD.

MARBLE YARD. TNHE subscriber has purchased the marble l yard, on Markham street adjoining the Presby- terian church, and is prepared to make marble tombs tomb slabs, grave stones, and marble work of every description. J. TUNNAH. April II 54
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GROCERIES! GROCERIES!! \ 0A0 LBS Choice Sugar; 1000 Prime I,UUV do.
 10 sacks Rio Coffee, 5 brls Molasses, 5 half do; 200 lbs. Crushed Sugar, 175 lbs. Loaf do. 125 lbs. Allspice. 15O lbs black Pepper. 300 lbs. best Rice, 75 sacks of Salt. just received and for sale low for cash by NJ. OSBORN. April II. '54
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MORE NEW COODS,

"ONE NEW GOOUS! R ECElVED and for sale by Jacob Haw. ~ klns, at hs old stand four doors west of the Anthony House, the following articles: Fine Champaigne Brandy, Guava Jelly; [" Cherry Citron: {" Raspberry " Preserved Pine Apple; Holland Gin; Club House Gin, Fine Pure Juice Port Wine, Pale Sherry wine: Old south side Madeira Wine, Claret wine: Cordials, assorted, Lemon Syrup; Champaigns assorted choice brands; True Syrup, Champaign Cider, Vinegar; Old Bourbon Whisky, Candies assorted; Assorted Pie Fruit Fresh Strawberries; Preserved Green Cages, Apple Marmalade;
 '' Pears, assorted Jellies and Jams;
 '' Damsons; Yeast Powders;
 (" Cherries, Essences, assorted;
 s Peaches, Bi Carb. Soda;
 Currants, Tartaric Acid Almonds, Grenable Walnuts, Castanas; Tomato and Walnut Ketchup, Mustard; White Pepper, assorted Spices, Pepper Sauce; Lucca Oil, Spanish Olives, Table Salt; Pickles assorted, Baltimore Oysters, Sardines; Mackarel, Herring, Cod Fish, Spiced Salmon; large lot of Cigars, Fresh Lobsters; Golden Era Tobacco, Sperm and Star Candles; Clays !" Mocho Coffee: Jeffries' besides other superior brands; Assorted Fancy Soap Stoneware; Crushed, Pulverzed and Brown Sugar; Powder, Lead and Shot, Extra large o. s. Feather Busters; Assorted Wood and Willow ware Demijohns assorted sizes; Glass and Earthenware, etc., etc. And all other articles usually found in an establish ment of this kind.
 April II '54
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Bleached DOmestics.

ECEIVED by steamer Moses Green. h wood full assortment of White Rock, Holly oke and Sea Island very superior beached and brown Domestcs.
 First quality of Irish Linen also just received all of which will be sold at reduced prices.
 April II 54 D. B. MANDEL.
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Trunks! Trunks!!

A GREAT variety of leather trunks of all quail LN ties on hand at MANDEL'S. April IS, 1854
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Ahead of the Times Again!

lEZEKIAH has just received 9 superb as II sortment of Summer Goods embracing all the latest styles and most beautiful fabrics. Also q asplendid lot of summer Hats.
 April II 54
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18

DRY GOODS & GROCERIES. A General assortment of the above constant "A ly on hand and for sale cheap for cash, at the Auction Mart. J. J. THOMPSON. April II '54
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GROCERIES,

0F all kinds this day received per steamboat Lucy O Robinson and for sale at small advance on ori- ginal cost. Give me a call. J. J. THOMPSON.
 April IS, '54
The true Democrat., 1854-04-18
EXTRACT OF COFFEE.

A New and excellent preparation, being A- far superior to common coffee. One bottle full, making 75 cups of coffee Just received and for sale at the New Drug Store, by w. w. ADAMS.
 Little Rock April n 2M
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Rendell & Fairchild.

7QO William Street, New York; successors A1~ to Spencer d Rendell, manufactures of Gold Pens Pens and Pencil-Cases. The above firm have received the highest Premiums from the American Institute for the last six years. April II, 1854 1t
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Osage Orange Seed.

ID ECEIVED and for sale at the New Drug Store h by W.fW. ADAMS.
 April IS, '54
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AZOR,S ORIENTAL WINE.

AN excellent article for weakness and A general debility. most delightful tonic, and for sale by W. W. ADAMS,
 Corner of Main and Cherry streets. Little Rock, April II '54
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Ofce Cas,o f Fulton 4. 4. Co.,,
 LITTLE RocK ARK, March 22d, 1854. THE Directors of the c. & F. R. R. Co.,, are hereby l notified that there will be meeting of the Direc Little Rock, on Saturday at 10 o'clock A. M., s 18h .lay @ Mag nert and you requested to attend at that time. ROSWELL BEEBE, President. March 30. 1854. 5w.
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J. R. STROTHER, Attorney at Law Greenville, Washington county, Miss Commissioner of deeds for Tennessee Texas, Missouri, Arkansas and Geor- ga. N. B.-Will attend to the collection of claims in adjoining counties and Land Agency, in Washing ton county.
 REFER TO
 E. CUMMINs, 1;.,opo.,-
 Hon. J. c. MURRAY, pro p1rF
 JAMES YELL, Esq. r1ne ri"n'
 Hon. THos. B. HANLY, ] Ha,ena
 JAS. c. TAPrAN, Esq. A1'''AA' April II, '54 If
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THE STAMPEDE MIXTURE. A perfect rout, and never failing remedy "A for Chis and Fever and all other bilious affec- ions. Nst received and for sale by
 Little Rock April II '54 w. w. ADAMS.
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JESSE A. JACKSON, Secretary.