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For the Spirit of Democracy.

For the Spirit of Democracy.
The What they have done.
Mr.. EDIToR:-Democrati statesmen,
earnest, sincere and faithful, as most of
them are, may have fallen into some tri-
fling errors. To err is human. But what
have they done2 Why, in the course of
less than eighty years, they have raised
this nation from the condition of few
oppressed, struggling colonies, to be prin-
cipal and chief, and first amongstthe ma
tions. They have placed us as people
upon the very pinnacle of power and
prosperity, of wealth and renown.
They have guided the councils of our
own State until its territory is filled with
more than two millions of happy and
prosperous people.
They have asserted, illustrated and de-
Tended popular rights.
Instead of Judges elected by few men
at Columbus they have given us a Judi
ciary elected by the people at large, labo-
rious, enlightened and faithful to their
trust
Instead of the old, arbitrary, uncertain,
mysterious and tedious administration of
Justice, they have given us a system of
Jurisprudence, at once simple, certain,
speedy, equitable, and easily understood.
Instead of State officers elected by a
few men at Columbus, they have given us
a State board elected by the people, and
|studious of their interests.
Instead of concentrating the elective
power in the General A Assembly at Colum-
bus, they have diffused it abroad amongst
the people at large.
Instead of excessive legislation, by as
sembling the Legislature every winter at
Columbus, as under the old system, they
have provided for new, and happier,
and higher order of things, by abolishing
one-half the sessions of the General As
sembly.
Instead of suffering the children of ad-
versity and labor to grow up in profound
Ignorance, they have reduced to practice
the generous and benign principle, that
every child of the Commonwealth is to
have good education at public expense.
Instead of blowing up the flames of ha.
tired between tribe and tribe, nation and
nation, people and people, they continu.
ally strive to promote peace upon earth
and good will towards men; saying, Ia
substance, as Abraham said to Lot, "Let
there be no strife, l pray you, between
you and us" between English and Irish
Saxon and Celt "neither between youl
herdmen and our herdmen;" and why
Why for the most endearing reason upor
earth, eve are all brethren, descended
from one common parent"
Instead of stirring up the embers O
theological hate, by making the Protestant
abhor the Catholic, and the Catholic The
Protestant, they say, s'We are sinners all;
let us confess our weakness and frailtie,
to God the Father of all, and have ne
strife, no emulation amongst us, excep
that generous emulation as to who Cal
'best work and best agree in assuagine
the sorrows, relieving the miseries, ant
promoting the happiness of MEN"
When Divine Parsonage was upoi
earth, He said to the malicious and unbe
lieving Jews, "Many good works have
done in your midst, for which of them al
will you stone me?" PHILO DEMOS.
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The spirit of democracy. [volume] (Woodsfield, Ohio) 1844-1994, 1855-08-29
Anecdote of Clay.


vertiser, who says of the when and where
aIt was in the fall of 1888, when he was
on visit to the North. During this
visit, Mr.. Clay had ordered carriage to
be built at Newark, New Jersey, for the
use of his family. While he was in New
7 York, on his way home, he was invited to
visit Newark on a certain day, and con-
sented. On his return from that place
he was brought to his lodgings (the Amer
lean HoteD in splendid carriage, accom-
panied by q committee from the citizens
of Newark. AS he landed from the car
riage on the steps of the hotel, one of this
committee stepped up and addressed Mr..
Clay as follows-"Mr Clay, allow me to
present, through you, to Mrs. Clay, this
carriage, in behalf of the citizens of New
ark" Mr.. Clay was completely taken
by surprise and could not utter word,
when another member of the committee
Immediately came up, and slapping Mr..
Clay upon the back, exclaimed: "Stump-
ed at last, Harry, by thunder!" Mr.. Clay
Immediately recovered himself and ac-
knowledged that be was .overpowered by
such a splendid present; and returning
his thanks in the best manner he could,
he invited the committee into his parlor,
and also extended the invitation to all
the boarders, through Mr.. Milford, the
landlord. We availed ourselves of this
opportunity of obtaining an Introduction
to the great Statesman of the West, and
the hour then and there passed with him
will never be effaced from our memory.
We believe that the citizens of Philadel-
phia, a few days after the presentation OF
the carriage to Mr.. Clay, made him a
present of span of horses and harness to
match"
Cropping the Question:
Which has heretofore proved such a
.steaser" to bashful youths in the pursuit
of matrimony under difficulties, is likely,
after awhile, to be rendered as easy as
rolling off log" All sorts of methods
have from time to time been resorted to,
to get around this difficult point of court
ship-advertising in the newspapers cor
responding by letter negotiating through
an agent &c, &C.; but an improvement
has been made upon these plans lately, as
witness the following:
A few nights back a small party ol
ladies and gentlemen were laughing over
the supposed awkwardness attending q
declaration of love, when gentleman re.
marked that if he ever offered himself he
would do it in collected and business
like manner. "For instance, he contin
ued; addressing himself to a lady present
"I would say, Miss S have beer
two years looking for wife. / am il
the receipt of about thousand dollars {
year from my business which is daily OF
the increase. OF all the ladies of my
acquaintance, l admire you the most, in
deed I love you, and would gladly make
you my wife," "You fatter me by you
preference" good humoredly replied Mis-.
S., to the surprise of all present
~ refer you to my father" !" Brayo!" ex
claimed the gentleman. Well, / declare,
said the ladies in chorus. The lady and
gentleman, good reader, were married
soon after.
Wasn't that a modest way Of "comins
to the point" and lady-like method o
taking man at his word ~
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Furniture, Furniture.
ALWAYS ON HAND, IN THE STORE OF
II. Il. G AY.

H. Ii. u n
South SIDE Of the public Square Clinton Louisiana.
~ ONsTANTLY Receiving Target
" consignments of plain and fancy9f
Furniture, which he offers Low FOR CASH, or
city acceptance or on time, where the bill is accept
ed by any of the responsible merchantle houses of
Clinton.
His stock consists of CABINET FURNITURE of
every variety and quality from the plainest to the
most highly finished: viz.
Bureaus, Secretaries; Sideboards Book cases
Writing desks, Breakfast tables, Extension Dining
tables, Card and Side tables, Centre tables, Work
tables, fancy and plain Wash stands, enclose mar
bic top and common, Parlor and Dining chairs, rim,
office chairs, Mahogany, Walnut, Maple, Cane,
Rush, and Wood seats; Rocking chairs, large up
holstered cushioned scat, large arm and Nurses
rockers, Cane Rush, and Wood seats, Children's
chairs ofevery variety split bottom chairs, painted
and plain, Bedsteads Of extra size with cornish,
square and huted posts, walnut, also common size
walnut, cherry, sycamore and poplar, square, oc-
tagon, and round posts, childrens Cribs large and
small sizes, Cottage Bedsteads Lounges, Looking
Glasses, Toilet standard Glasses paror, mantle, and
wall Mirrors. Sofas, walnut, and mahogany, spring
seat, extra large and medium size; willow wagons,
cradles and chairs. double and single mattresses and
Feather Beds; Willow Clothes and Knife Baskets;
| Armores, walnut, cherry, and common Safes, wire
and tin, walnut and common, large and small sizes
offer the above in lots to suit purchasers at as
low prices as they can be procured from the city,
and in much better order and condition.
HB.GAY.
rE- Price of high post double bedsteads, Ss and
$40 extra large posts with cornish, %, 80 55, and
65 dollars,
Clinton, La, Nov. 25, 1854. I'm
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MEDICINES, ETC.
I55. 1. N. LEMON. 1900

1866. L. N. LEMON. 1866.
CLINTON, LA.
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALER IN
DRUGS, MEDICINES AND CHEMICALS
DYE. WOODS AND DYE-STUFFS,
Oils, Paints and Painters Articles, Varnishcs,
Windoso Glass, Putty, Glassrare, Perfumery
Fine Soaps, Hair, Tooth, Nail, Paint, Clothes and
HAT BRUSHES.
Surgical and Dental In struments S
7russes and Supporters-aN kinds
SPICES, SNUFFS, PATENT AND PROPRIETA
RY MEDICINES-all sorts.
Letter, Cap and Fancy PAPER, INKS, Fancy
Articles, ETC.
PURE MEDICINAL WINES AND BRANDIES
FIELD AND GARDEN SEEDS, FRESH.
Toys, Shoe Brushes and Backing, Rasors
Fine Pocket Knires, Table Cutlery.
SCHOOL BOOKS BY VARIOUS AUTHORS.
cB We offer goods equally as low as they can
be obtained from any similar establishment in thi:
section, all warranted to be
FRESA AND GENUINE.
Orders from the country filled, and satisfaction
guaranteed, with regard both to price and quality
PHYSICIANS PRESCRIPTIONS
Will receive my personal attention at all hours Of
the day and night. feb3, 1855
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LANG WORTHY d TILDON,
SOLE AGENTS, for Clinton, La.

SHERMANS PLANTATION RETENTION
TRUSS is the most servicable, comfortable and Sc
cure, aside from the Patent Truss of any in use.
Price s..
are the best and cheapest now in use for the relief
and cure of proIapsus uter &c. Price S..
SIlERMAN'S LATE PATENT CHEST EXPAN-
DERS or Steel Shoulder Brace is something which
every person can use to advantage; it expands and
strengthens she chest is a sure bar against con-
sumption, and relief and cure for all lung and
heart diseases. Price $40.
SHERMAN'S LACE SHOULDER BRACES
the second best in use Price So.
Us The above articles are sold at the proprie
tors establishment, As st. Charles street, New Or
leans, and at the Drug Story of
LANGWORTHY & TILDON,
maral Sole Agents in Clinton, La.
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and Rupture Wash are certain means of security
and relief in the worst stages of the aftiicton.
The Truss has gained popularity nnequalled
by any other for the following advantages: First,
its facility of adaptation and application second,
its anatomical arrangement preventing it from
chatting and excoriating the body; third, its COM
fort and security in any position Of the body
fourth its slight inconvenience to the wearer un-
der every kind of exercise; fifth, its certainty to
remain upon and close the hernia ring; sixth, its
aptness to contract and finally to remove the tumor
when used in conjunction with the hernia wash
The proprietor would simply remark to those
afflicted with Rupture that he has devoted many
years to the study and treatment of the complaint
in its various stages, and feels himself fully quail
fed to select spring and compress of the right
shape and bearing to suit any case that may be
trusted to his care The poor will be dealt with to
suit their means. The prices of these useful in
struments are now reduced to IS and $40, making
them, considering their superior manufacture, the
cheapest and for economys sake, most Durable Of
any in the market, thus securing the unfortunate
from all the other advantages free from cost.
Having removed my old stand 10 ST. Charles
street, my patrons will find me at my new store
and office situated at the corner of St. Charles and
Gravier streets, opposite the ST. Charles Hotel
prepared with supply of Trusscs to suit all forms
of abdominal hernia.
The American patriot., 1855-08-04
Tri-Weekly Line Of Stages.

sea
From Clinton to Amite Station, passing
through Greensburg to Amite Citv, on the
New Orleans, Jackson, and Great Northern
Rail Road.
THERE is NOW ESTABLISHED, on this route,
L Tri-weekly Line Of Stages, leaving Amite City
every MONDAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY,
on the arrival Of the Passenger Trains from New
Orleans, and reaching Clinton the same evening at
7 o'clock. Returning, will leave. Clinton every
TUESDAY, THURSDAY and SATURDAY, at
o'clock in the morning, and arriving at Amite
City in time for the evening train to New Orleans.
By this route, passengers will pass from New
Orleans to Clinton the same day. This route is 6S
miles by Railroad, and s5 miles by Stage the Stage
road is over beautiful undulating country, afford
ing good natural road. As there is, as yet no
mail established on this route bag for the trans
mission ofletters and papers, has been placed at the
Office ofthe New Orleans and Jackson Railroad No.
45 Csrondelet Street, and will be sent to the Rail
Road every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at 7
o'clock in the morning, and every attention will be
paid to the proper delivery of letters and papers.
The FARE for through passengers from New
Orleans to Clinton will be five dollars. 1t will be
thus seen that this is the cheapest. quickest and
safest route from Clinton to New Orleans.
F. E. HESLER, Amite City.
Clinton NAV g. 1855
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u. =. Mail and Passenger Packet
LAUREL HILL,

CVTTES,
,f@@~A This splendid steamer carrying
PAfas the U s. Mail, will leave Bayou Sara
- and Port Hudson after the arrival of
the cars from Woodville and Clinton, on MON
DAYS, THURSDAYS and SATURDAYS.
Arrangements have been made with the West
Felicana Railroad, and the Clinton and Port Hud-
son Railroad Companies, by which the are
to regularly connect with the LAUREL HILL
thus aftordng every convenience to passengers and
obvating delay at Port Hudson or Bayou Sara
For freight or passage, apply on board, Or to
mayl2 DRAUGHON, Clinton Depot.
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ARNOLDS PA TENT
S A S III l. OC X .
THIS article, designed for

THIS article, designed for
i FASTENING WINDOWS,
has become the general tavorite for that purpose
wherever it is known. 1t is universally allowed
by all who are acquainted with its merits, that all
other fastenings for windows are almost worthless
Those who see and examine the LOCK for
themselves, need no further recommendations
Its simplicity and perfect adaptation to the purpose
designed, are readily seen.
THIS WINDOW LOCK
is intended for Upper Sash as well as Lower, thus
atfordng an opportunity to Ventilate your rooms
with perfect safety in all weather. 1t operates
also as a Lock to fasten down the window when
down, and fasten it up when raised, operating
with unerring certainty.
The window is easily adjusted by means of this
Lock, and it need only be seen to be approved by
ALL
Mechanics speak highly in its favor, and recon-
mend it to all who need anything of the kind.
cY- All orders left with n TIIDON, at the
Drugstore Of Langworthy 4 Tildon, Clinton, La,
will receive prompt attention.
County or parish rights sold to any one wishing
to engage in good business. ape
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Fisk's Metallic Burial Cases.
r.. b O w M A n,
COACH AND CARRIAGE MAKER,

CLINTON, LA.
>."E STILL continue to build all
HeH kinds of pleasure Carriages, on the
2z-2& - most approved plan, and Of the best
material, at the old stand, east Of the Public
Square.
Thankful for the patronage and public confidence
heretofore extended desire to retain and increase
the same. by industry, promptness, fair prices and
good work. which will be guaranteed to stand.
l am fully prepared to furnish at short notice
METALLIC BURIAL CASES AND WOODEN
COFFINS, on such terms as will insure me against
any charge Of extorton, from the unfortunate.
Personal attention given on all burial occasions.
Clinton. March IL. SO. r, BOWMAN.
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Regular Coast Packet.

,fRMM" a For WATERLOO and PORT HUD-
1sE.xaHHffs son twice a week-The elegant pas
senger packet GEM, THEopULE
ELFERr, Master, for Donaldsonville, Plaqueminc,
Baton Rouge, R. Wallis Store, Lobdells Store,
Springfield, Port Hudson, Hermitage, Cooks Land
ing Waterloo, and all the intermediate landings.
Leaves New Orleans for Port Hudson every
MONDAY, at II o'clock, A., and every THURS
DAY, at o'clock, ?. NJ.
RETURNING:
Leaves Port Hudson every TUESDAY, after the
arrival of the cars and every FRIDAY, at 5
O'Clock, P. NJ.
For freight or passage, apply on board.
The GEM will extend her Thursday trips to Bayou
The American patriot., 1855-08-04
LIVER COMPLAINT,

AiF So-hI LllNl L.
Jaundice, dyspepsia, chronic Or nervous debility,
disease Of the kidneys from disurdered liver
or stomach, such as constipation, inward piles
tullness, or blood to the head, acidty Of the
stomach, nausea heartburn, disgust for food
fullness or weight in the stomach, sour eruc.a
tons, sinking, futteringat the pit of the
stomach, swimming of the head, hurried and
difficult breathing, futtering at the heart, choak.
ing or suffocating sensation when in alying pos.
ture, dimness of vision, dots or webs before
the sight, fever and dull pain in the head, def.
cheney of perspiration, yellowness of the skin
and eyes, pain in the side, back, chest, limbs,
&c, sudden iushes of heat burning in the
fesh constant maginings of evil and great de.
preston of spirits, can be etfectually cured by
DR.. Hoofland's celebrated
GERMAN BITTERS,
Prepared by DR.. c. NJ. JACKSON, German Medicine
store, No. l2o Arch st., door below Si1A.
Philadelphia.
Their power over the above diseases is not ex.
celled, if equalled, by any other preparation tn
the United States, as the cures attest, in many
cases after skiful physicians have failed.
These Bitters are worthy the attention Of invs
lids Possessing great virtues in the rectifcation
OF the liver and lesser glands, exercising the most
searching power in weakness and affections Of the
digestive organs, they withal safe, certain and
pleasant.
iESfINONI TkOM LOUlSlANA AND AlssISSlPPl.
L. Mayer, Harrisonburg, La, May, 23, 1853
says: "Your German Bitters is very valuable
medicine. I have dispose Of all ! received from
YOU and wish new supply Immediately
DIR. R. Quail, Trinity, La, June 80, 1853, says
81 have for the last year used the German Bit.
ters, prepared by you, in my practice extensively
1t will shortly be the only medicine of the kind
that can he readily sold Lcre, and believe that
in less than one year there will be more sold in
this vicinity than in any other part of the coun.
try"
DR.. Rabe, Franklin La, June "a, 1852, says
"Your German Bitters have bt come very popular
here, and I wish fresh supply Immediately"
| A. E. Adams & Co., Richmond, La, June "a,
1851, says "Your bitters give universal satisfac.
ton to all who have used them"
w. T, Long & Co., Holly Springs, Mississippi
Dec. l6, 1852, said: ''Your Bitters have sold well
Of late in this country, They are in great de.
mand, it will continue to be-
| Wright Elder, Woodville, Mississippi March
Sd. 1852, said "Your Btters sell very briskly
They are well adapted to the diseases Of this eli.
mate"
| D. G. Lyless, Raymond, Miss, Dec. l, 1852.
said: "Your Bitters are selling very rapidly, and
have given very general satisfaction where it has
been used"
They are entirely vegetable, free from all inluri'
GUS ingredients Or stimulants. Sold by dealers IN
medicine and storekeepers everywhere, and by
| l. n. LEMON, Clinton.
A. HAGAMAN, Jackson.
| ]. WRIGHT & CO., New Orleans.
Agens wanted in every town and village where
no agency now exists janlo
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FOR SALE; AT LEMONS

OAk SkA "A RLENAOV'
I HAVE now on hand, and will be in the constant
l receipt of additional articles the following:
THE POETICAL WORKS OF
Byron, Shakespeare, Milton, Young, Montgomery,
Pollock, Moore, Burns, Pope, Kirke White,
Scott, Hewitt, Cook & Landon's plain or gilt
binding.
ANIMALS FOR 1855.
Sunny Dreams, Home of Flowers, Gem of Ma
ture, Gift of Love, Gift of Flowers Gift of Friend
ship, Gift of Affection, Pearl Offering, &C., bound
in rich gilt and pearl
ALBUMS AND PORT FOLIOS,
Of all sizes Gilt and Morocco binding.
TOILET BOTTLES, &C.
Cut Glass, Bohemian Glass and China, gilt and
plain fancy styles.
PORT MONIES,
Of Various patterns, Plain, Silver, and Pear
laid
CUTLERY.
Pocket Knives, Table Knives and Forks, Silver
Forks, Razors, &C., All of the best quality.
SOAP AND SHAVING CREAM Of all kinds.
PERFUMERY AND HAIR OIL of all kinds.
JEWELRY.
Ear Rings, Finger Rings, Gold Pencils, Pens
Scarf Pins, Cuff Pins, Chains, &c.
BIBLES AND PRAYER BOOKS,
| Gilt and Morocco Bound.
| BASKETS.
Of all sizes and shapes.
TOYS
| Tin Wagons, Horns, Harps, Dolls, Guns Pistols
| Drums, Whips, Toy Books, &c. &c.
Together with great variety of miscellaneous ar
ticles not mentioned in the above for sale at tn
Clinton Drug Store of ISAAC N. LEMON.
Clinton Nav T.
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THE Capitol

TWICE 4 WEEK, FOR BA YOU SARA.
,HGMe.ssh FOR PORT HUDSON, Bayou
Sara, Lobdell's Store, Baton R. Ige,
Plaquemine, Donaldsonville, and all
intermediate landings. The new and splendid
steamer CAPITOL, j. Ii. Ure, master, will leave
New Orleans every SUNDAY, at o'clock, A. NJ,
and every WEDNESDAY, at 5 o'clock, P. NJ.
Returning: will leave Port Hudson after the arrival
of the cars from Clinton, on MONDAYS and
THURSDAYS. For freight or passage, apply on
board. apl4
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HOE l. co.'s PATENT GROUND SAWS.
THE subscribers manufacture from the best Cast
l Steel, CIRCULAR SAWS, from two to eighty
inches in diameter. Their Saws are hardened
and tempered, and are ground and finished by ma
chnery designed expressly for the purpose, and are
therefore much superior to those ground in the
usual manner as they are strengthened and stiff
ened by increasing them in thickness regularly from
the cutting edge to the centre, consequently do
not become heated Or buckled. and produce a
great saving in timber.
They also manufacture Cast Steel Mill, Pit and
Cross-Cut SAWS, and Billet Webbs, of superior
quality, all Of which they have for sale, OR they
may be obtained of the principal hardware mer.
chants throughout the United States and Canada.
r. HOE l. co.
Se7 - and ~ Gold e~, y. Y.
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Mammoth Clothing Establishment.

LFRED MCNROE 4 CO., "a Magazine street,
II keeps the largest and Choicest assortment of
Fashionable CLOTAING and Gcntlemen's Furnish
ing Goods in New Orleans
Purchasers are respectfully invited to visit our
Store and examine our extensive assortment of
goods.
January 81, 1855. ALFRED MUNROE SEQ.
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llarri~OA'> $ t'ry it'' sslavilas soap.
l TARRlSON'S SHAVING CREAMS makes the
III richest, heaviest, thickcst and most permanent
lather of any creams now in use. For sale by
mr2l NAUMAN T. STRAUSS
HarrisOn's Ft;vSriilg Extraacts.
EMON, Vanilla, Bose, Peach, Orange, Nutmeg
IL and Celery for cakes, puddings, pies eustards,
creams, ices, &c, are choice and very convenient
House-keepers should never he without them.
Those who delight in the delicious flavor and ex-
quiste perfume of Fruit and Flowers, will find in
these tavoring extracts all they can desire. For
sale by mr24 NACMAN Il STRAUSS.
\TTAKAPAS COTTONADES--A large lot Of
II the genuine article, just received and for sale
by A. LEVI, BLOOM & CO.
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e. L. HAYGOOD.

AUC77UNEER.
TEE undersigned h.ving been duly commissioned
: IS an Auc.ioneer for the parish of East Felici.
.a:, &c respectfully informs the public that he is
acw prepared 70 attend 70 any business that NAV
e eS9-cTee - si-4. nar& II
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Barker's Force Pumps.

They have also purchased the Patent Right of
the celebrated BARKER'S FORCE PUMP, for the
parishes Of East and West Baton Rouge, East and
West Feliciana, and Iberville, and have full as
sortment of different Sizes to which the attention
of the public is called They are admirably
adapted for pumping Molasses from Cisterns, and
can be used as Force and Lifting Pump, and are
guaranteed as the best Pump in use. mr2l