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The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06

up, and up, and up, until he looks no bigger than
your finger nail. and the fust thing you know, h,
Gums down, and down, and down, and is film him.
self the karkiss of dead hoss by the side of the
road, and He played on harp Of thousand strings
spcrts Of just men made perfcck sE3
-. And then thar's the Methods, and they may be
kened unto the squirrel rnnnin' up into tree for
the Methods believes in gwinc on from one degree
OF grace to another and finally on to perfection and
the squirrel goes up and up, and up, and he jumps
from limb to limb and branch to branch, and the
ist thing you know he falls and down he comes kerr
nmux, and that's like the Methods for they is oilers
fallen from grace. ah and "He played on harp
nv nossand strings, spcrits Of jest men made per.
fcck."
And then, my brethring, thar's the Baptist, oh
and they have been likencd unto possum on
snmon tree, and thundcrs may roll and the earth
may quake but that possum clngs thar STILL oil
and you may shake one foot loose. and the Others
thar, and you may shake all feet loose and he lap,
his tail round the limb, and clings, fand he clngt
farcver, for " He played on q harp NV a Mou,and
strings, sperits NV jest men made pcrfeck."
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
SHERIFFS SALE.

The state Of Louisiana, Parish of East Felicana,
seventh District Court, No. 29Sl.
j. w. Boatncr. Va. II. r. Harrell
DY VIRTUE Of n writ Of fa. TO me directed, by
- the honorable court aforesaid In the above enti-
tied suit have seized and will offer for sale at the
door Of the court house in said parish on the
FIRST SATJ'RDAYO or NOVEMBER, 1855.
between the hours of II o'clock A. NJ. and o'clock
p. n. oil the right. title, interest, and claim of
the defendant H. r. Harrcll. in and to the follow
ing described property to-wit:
A certain tract Of land situated, lying, and
being, in the parish aforesaid on the waters
of Pretty Creek. containing 1900 acres more
or less with all the improvements thereon,
bounded on the north by lands Of Of Mrs
Duun and Eli White, on the south by lands Of
Cassandry Harrcll, and Townsend, on the east
by Seymour Taylor, and on the west by lands
Of Mrs. Gray.
Term, Of Sale--Cash, with the benefit Of apprase
ment. TIIOS. l.. McGHEE,
sept. 20. 1855. Coroner and Ex-Onlcio Sheriff.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
A Funnily UNIQUE Sermon.

Inc following sermon, is snid to have been dev-
cred In the town of Waterproof.
may say to you. my brethrng. that am not ON
educated man. an am not one of them MS believes
that education Is necessary for Gospel minister
for believe the Lord edncates his preachers just
he wants 'cm to be educated an although say II
that onghtnt to say II, yet, in the State ofIndanny
whar live, thars no man as gts bigger congrega-
tion nor what gifts.
Thar may be some here to-day, my brethring, as
don't know what persuasion nm nv Well must
soy to you my brcthring, that I'm Hard Shell Bap-
t.t Thar's some folks as don't like the Hard Shell
Raptiss. but I'd rather have hard she'll she'll
Mt all. Yon me here to-day my brethring, dress
cd in fine clothes; You mont think was proud but
! nm not prond, my brethring. and although Pve
hccn preacher of the gospel for twenty years an
yonr landing, I'm not proud, my brcthring.
am not gwnc to tell edzactly whsr my text may
be fonnd suffice to say. it's in the leds of the bible
and you'll find 1t somewhar between the first chap
ter of the book Of Generations, and the last chapter
OF the book of Revolutions, and ef you'll go and
search the scriptures you'll not only nna my text
thar, but many other texes as will do you good to
read: and my tex when you shall find it, you shll
find II read thus:
Z" And he played on harp nv thousand strings
spcrits of just men made perfcck."
Ny text brethring, leads me to speak of spcrits.
Now thars great many kinds of sperits In the world
In the fuss place, thars the spertsas some folks
call ghosts and thars the spcrts turpentine and
got as good an artckel of them kind of sperits on
my fatbOat as ever was fotch down the Mississippi
river; but thar's great many other kinds of sper
its for the text says, says, He played on harp Nv
t-h-o-u.sand strings, sperits Of just men made
perfeck."
But I'll tell you the kind nv sperits as is mct ir
the tex isFIRE That's the kind of speris as smen
in the tex, my brethring. Now thar's great many
kinds of fire In the world. In the fuss place. thar
the common sort nv fire you light your cigar or pip
with, and then thars foxfre and campfire, FIRE be
fore you're ready and fire and fall back. and many
other kinds fire, for the tex says He played OF
a harp Nv thousand strings, sperits of just mel
made pcrfeck."
But tell you the kind Nv fire as is mcnt in tn
tex, my brethring-it's HE'LL FIRE an that's tn
kind nv fire as great many Of you'll come to, e
you don't do better, nor what you have been don'
for "Hs played on harp Of thousand strings, sper
it's of just mon made perfeck"
Now, the different sorts of fire in the world ma
be lkencd unto the different persuasons of Chris
tians in the world In the first place we have tn
Piscapaons an' they are high sailin' and hig
falutin set, and they may be likened INTO Turkc
hirrsrd, that fier up into the air. and then he gos
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
SHERIFF'S SALE.

SHERIFF'S SALE.
The State of Lousiana-Parish of East Felicana.
7th District Court. ...
Minerva A. Rogers, wife,
rs No. S2l5.
William j. Chapman, husband.
DY VIRTUE of awrit of II. ia. issued from the hon
ID orable court aforesaid directed to the sheriff Of
East Fellcana, said state have seized and will Of
fer for sale at the plantation Of William j. Chap.
man, in said parish on the 'Nl
FIRST SATURDAY OF OCTOBER,
AID 1855, between the hours of 10 AN and o'clock
PM all the right title, interest, and claim of the
defendant, W, J. Chapman, husband, in and to the
following named and described property. to witt
The undivided interest of said W. j. Chapman In
and to the succession of his deceased mother, Mrs
Maria Chapman, now in the hands of Allen Chapman
One bay horse, ten years old.
One bay horse seven years old.
One pleasure buggy. IL head Of cattle,
20 head Of hogs. A lot of farming utensils,
A lot Of household and kitchen furniture,
Also the growing crops of corn ard cotton nov
on the plantation of said w. j. Chapman.
Terms of Sale.--A credit of II months. Purchaser
will be required to give bonds with approved secu
rity, drawing interest in accordance with the Judge
mcnt. TllOS. H. McGllEE
| sept 8, 1855 Coroner and ex Olicio sheriff.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
sHERIFFS SALE.

The State Of Louisiana, Parish of East Felciana,
Seventh District Court, No 92B
Sarah $. Gayle, vs. Caleb 0. Gayle. 81.
DY VIRTUE Of n writ of A. fa. to me directed
- from The Honorable court aforesaid in the above
entitled suit have seized and will offer for sale
at the door Of the court house in said parish on the
FIRST SATURDAY. or NO VEMBER, 1855,
between the hours of 10 o'clock, A, NJ and O'Clock
NJ. all the right title interest and claim Of the
defendant, Caleb o. Gayle in and to the following
named and described property, to wit t..l :
A certain negro woman named "VIOLET.'
of black complexion, about 81 years Of age
and her four children, Militia" about 9
years old; Martini I years; "Adaline' 6
years, and James, years. l-5f..r.
Terms Of Sdle.--Cash, with the benefit of appraise
ment. T1IOS. l.. McGHEE
sept 20, 1855 Coroner and ex-ofiico sheriff.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
TO THE PUBLIC.

NNHE Undersigned has removed his trimming
J. shop, to the building fronting his residence,
on the Liberty road, a short distance north Of
the Union Hotel.
He is prepared to execute all orders cntrus-
ted to him, in his line Of business, viz: trimming
and painting carriages, buggics, &c.
He is also prepared to do all kinds of uphol-
stcry work, repairing furniture, vanishing and
cleaning, and will have on hand and make to
order all descriptions of mattresses, &c.
All work done, warranted to be durable
and at reasonable prices
$40 G.. KOCH.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
PROCLAMATION.
G.. KOCH

DY VIRTUE of Proclamation from P. O.
- HebePt, Governor of the State of Louis
lana, addressed to the Sheriff of the Parish of
East Felicrna, dated Baton Rouge, July 90,
1855, ordering an Election for the hereinafter
named officers, !, in accordance Herewith, is
sue this, my proclamation, that an election
will be held, at the several precincts, in the
parish of East Felicana, State of Louisiana,
on Monday, November S, A. d. 1855, for the
following named officers:
A Representative to Congress from the
Third Congressional District, Governor, Lieu
tenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attor-
ney General, State Treasurer, Auditor of Pub,
lie Accounts Superintendent of Public Educa-
tion two Representatives to the State Lcgis
lature District Attorney for the Seventh Ju
dicial District, Clerk Of the District Court
Sheriff, Coroner, Assessor, and, in each ward
the number of Justices of the Peace, to which
they are by law entitled; one Constable fol
each ward.
Also: a Poll will be open at each election
precinct for the purpose of receiving the vote
of the qualified voters, for, or against, the re
moval of the seat of government, from th'
town Of Baton Rouge to the city Of New Or
leans. Every qualified voter, voting for, o
against the removal, shall have written, o
printed, on his ballot, the words, ,for remoral
in he be in favor of such removal and tn
words, against removal if he be opposed there
! to- The Commissioners of Election, for tn
several precincts will hold said Election, on
make due returns, thereof, according to law.
+ THOS. L. McGHEE,
sept. 49, Coroner and Ex- x-Oflico Sheriff.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06

TIE STATE OF LOUISIANA, | Seventh District
PARISH or EAST fEILCiANA. Court, No. 1886.
In the matter of the succession of r. l.. Bell decdl
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Jane T. Bel
lN has filed account of her administration of the
aforesaid succession which will be bomologated in
thirty days after the publication of this notice I'M
less legal opposition be filed thereto.
sept. 3. 1855. S. f. HUNTER. D'y Clerk.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
SHERIFF'S SALE.

The State of Louisana--Parish of East Felciana.
7th District Court. No. 223l.
r. G. Campbell,
Vs.
Eunice l., Field.
DY VIRTUE Of n writ of 4. ia. issued in the above
ID entitled suit from the honorable court aforesaid.
directed to the sheriff Of said parish, have seized
and will offer for sale at the court house In said par
ish, on the
FIRST SATURDAY or OCTOBER,
A. 1855, between the hours of IL O'clock A. NJ. and
o'clock p. NJ, all the right title, interest and claim
of the defendant Euncc G. Field in and to the fol-
lowing named and described property, to-wit:
A certain Tract Of Land, situated partly in
East Baton Rouge, and partly in East Fell.
ciana, containing 543 $1,000 acres, more
or less, and the same purchased by Eunice
L. Field of John G, Walker and wife, and
the same wbereon the said e. l.. Field now
resides, with all the improvements thereon.
Terms Of Saie.--Cash, with the benefit of appraisc
ment THOS. i, McGIIEE,
sept ], 1855. Coroner and eX ofcio Sheriff.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
Carriages & Buggys made and repaired,
BY CHARLES p. JARRETT, H

QAI HAVING superior facilities for
XIV the prompt and faithful execution
of u strictly Carriage and Buggy moking and
repairing Business, invite public attention to
my establishment. None but finished work
men are in my employ, and no inferior or old
fashioned work will be found on hand. Ir
Arrangements have been made for receiving
the best material now in use, for completing
every style Of running gear, body, painting and
trimming which taste or wealth can desire.
Designs for Carriages, Buggys, Sulkys, &c.
on the latest and most fashionable pnns can bc
seen at my shop. Call and see them.
An assortment of Northern made Buggys,
always on hand.
All kinds of repairing done at the shortest
notice to insure ncatness and durability. All
work warranted, with proper usage.
Monty terms are cash, or approved city ac.
ccptance.
FiSK'S METALLIC BURIAL CASES
| have procured the special and exclusive
right of sale, for FIsK's PATENT METALLIC Cor
FINS, for the Parish Of East Fcliciana. Any
infringement upon my right in the sale of these
cases will subject the violator to prosecution
Samuel Decker is my authorized agent, ii
jackson, for the sale Of the same.
Wooden Collins made to order, and every
tatcntion given on Funeral occasions. A fnt
Hcarse always in readiness.
He can be found after night at the hotel o
EVANS Wurr. . s22.
may 5 G. p. JARRETT.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
RUNAWAY IN JAIL.


VXTAS committed to the Jail Of the Parish Of East
w Feciana, a negro boy who calls himself
ALEC, .r
and says that he belongs to man named nonnyrosel
living near Napoleon Parish of Assumption. La
Said boy is about % years old about five feet seven
inches In height. OF n black color. u r0
The owner of said boy is requested to come for
ward, prove property, pay charges, and take him
away. or he will be dealt with according to law.
sept CHAS. SEAMAN, Jailor.
s. H. BUTLER,
PLAIN AND FANCY PAINTER.
CARRIAGE, HOUSE, Il SIGN Painting,
" Graining and Gliding, Glazing,
Transparent Window Shades, 81
China White, or Porcelain Finish
Paper Hanging, Ornamental Painting,
Masonic and Odd Fellows Banners,
And oil kinds Of plain and fancy work. done ii
the neatest and most durable manner, and
shortest notice. h
All colors of paint in small quantities, read,
for use for the accommodation of those wht
prefer using II themselves.
He can always be found at the Carrsg,
Mandatory Of G. M. Jarrett. aug 20
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
INMAN'S PATENT DOOR & GATE
'.. SPRINGS

d W. INMAN, from Sheffield England, manufac-
IN. turcr of Mman's' Pnnat Door and Gate Springs
to which was awarded the first premium at the
Worlds Fair in London, 1851, announces TINT he has
constituted W. W. Chapman, as his sole agent fol
Clinton, La.
For neniness, simplicity, full performance of all il
is intended to do its exceeding usefulness its dura
bty, its cheapness, it certainly takes its position
in the front rank of modern inventions.
| do not intend to puf-a short examination vii
convince the judgment Of its utility.
aug lS-2m r. W. INMAN.
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40. p. LNawoRrny. 1855. NORWOOD rrIDos
LANGWORTHY & TILDON,
Druggists and Apothe carries,
AND DEALERS ~
BOOKS AND STATIONERY.
A WE'LL selected assortment of Perfume
IA ry, Toys and Fancy Goods
Music and Musical instruments 'f
Paints, OIL Lead, and Varnish, EM
Brushes of all kinds, I g
Fine Cutlery, Razors, and Soap. a
IeA.Scc Advertisement on fourth page.
ala l. BRICK ROW-CLIYToN, Ia.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
NOTICE

WHILE the yellow fever exists In Clinton, If my
w country customers prefer leaving their orders
for any thing In my line of business ut the residences
of DR.. Vim. G. TAFT, Bythcll Haynes, d. s. Beau.
champ. b. NJ. G. Brown, or Josiah knighton, | will
attend to them and leave the articles at those places
as soon as can. 30 e iti@
If the fever should continue In Clinton small lots
of staple articles will be left at each of tho above
mentioned places for the immediate use and convc.
niencc of my friends.
mug 28 ISAAC N. LEMON.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06
\ FINE PLANTATION FOR SALE

7 AN now Offering for sale, the Tract Of
i Land, on which reside, (known as Robins
Station situated in the Parish of East Fell.
ciana, La, eight miles from Clinton on the
Clinton and Fast Feliciana Rail Road, con.
tanning eight hundred and eighty acres Two
hundred and fifty open, the most Of which Is
fresh and in q fine state for cultivation. The
place is well improved, having a comfortable
Dwelling, good Gin and Mill, and all ncccssa
ry ont buildings, and is well watcrcd. s,a
aug THOS. w. ROBINS.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06

THE STATE OF LOUISIANA Seventh Judicial
PARISH or EAST FEIIcIASA District Court.
In the matter Of the succession of Mary Kelly, de-
ceased. No 237O.
NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN, that Alfred Haz-
lV ard has applied to this court for letters of ad
minisraton on the aforesaid succession, vii will
be granted in ten days after the publication Of this
notice. unless legal opposition he made thereto.
oct &. 1855 S. 4. HUNTER, D'y Clerk.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1855-10-06

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T'HE LATEST styles of finest material and bes
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H. SENIKEN, Jeweler,

H. SEMKEN, Jeweler,
$40 Penna apsnue, bettpeen 9th and 10th streets,
IIASRECEIVED AND OPENED THIS DAY
i a magnificent assortment Of fine and e
rich imported JEWELRY, such as Flor "a
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tion, the very latest styles Also, new lot Of
fine London and Geneva WATCHES, warranted
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FOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.
splendid assortment Of fine Silverware, Pitch
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Spoons (sterling, J Fish, Cake and Pie Knives,
Butter and Fruit Knives, Soup and Oyster Ladies',
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Napkin Rings, ETC., etc. d..
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Castors, Baskets, Butterboats, Urne, Forks and
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French Clocks Dresden China Ornaments, In
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III We take pleasure in showing our goods to
ALL whether purchasers or not.
All our goods are warranted as represented, and
will be sold at the lowest possible price.
IEF Jewelry and Silverware made to order ;
Diamonds remounted; Gold Pens repointed and
Engraving on Stone executed at short notice
Chronometers and all kinds Of fine Watches and
Musical Boxes put In Perfect order at short notice
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$50 Pa. avenue, between 9th and 10th sts
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IN PURSUANCE OF THE DESIGN OF
this Institution, viz: the diffusion Of the knowl-
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taste for the higher order of the Art, the
ACADEMY OF MUSIC
proposes to give a series of
FOUR CON NCERTS:
and, with view 20 add as much as possible to
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relieved by lighter compositions, will be pro-
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The plan Of admission will be the same as that
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By subscription only, the terms Of which will be
as for the four Concerts, emitting the subscriber
to three tickets Of admission to each Concert
Subscribers names may De Immediately received
at the bookstore Of Messrs. Taylor & Maury; at
he Piano storeo Of Mr. Davis, and at the Music
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fTNHE FOLLOWING-NAMED GOODS have
l. just been received, and are ready for inspec-
Ton
100 new style colored Flounced Silk Robes, the
handsomest and cheapest we have had this
season
IS very rich black Flounced silk Robes
$50 dresses exceedingly rich Moire antique
100 dresses plain aud striped black Moire Antique
10 pieces blue, pink, and white watered SILKS,
for evening
10 pieces plain, pink, blue, corn, crimson, and
other light shades, for evening
so pieces Of black Silk, from SIN cents to 50 25
per yard
500 dresses good style plaid and striped Silks,
from 75 cents to 81 per yard
We do not hesitate to say that We have the lar
ges and cheapest lot Of silk Goods to be found in
any retail house in the country, and we assure
the ladies that they will have no difficulty in suit
ing themselves in handsome dress IL they will
give us the first call.
A beautiful lot Of Flounced Berege Robes, for
evening dresses.
Large stock Of French r Robes, in sets, and very
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All numbers Of the very best Kid Gloves
All numbers Of Kid Gauntlets
Daily opening new Z GOods, to which we respect
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strangers, and citizens.
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SECOND ANNUAL BALL
OF THE
S co u II CIT A r. ID g

VuNHE SCOTT GUARDS RESPECTFULLY
Il announce to the citizens Of the District that
their Second Annual Ball will take place at Caru-
si's Saloon, On MONDAY EVENING, Deem
ber ~, 1855.
Every exertion will be used to make this the
most agreeable ball Of the season
Esputa's celebrated Cotillon Band has been en-
gagged.
Supper and Confectionery will be served by an
experienced caterer.
Tickets ONE DOLLAR; to be had Of any Of
the members and at the door on the evening of the
ball. THE COMMlTTEE
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ID DESPECTPULEY INFORMS TIE PUB,
III lie In general, that she will give information
In all the Affairs relating to Life, Health, Wealth,
Marriages, Love, Journeys, Law Suits, Difficulties
and In respect to all other subjects She is also
able to tell the Ages Of persons by reading num-
bers. All those who wish to consult Madame X L.
will please call soon, as she viii remain In the
city but short time. She can be consulted at all
hours Of the day and evening. Her name is on the
door-at No. 2S5 18th street corner OF ID, on the
Ieft hand side. Gentlemen 50 cents and Ladies
rs. .,. s... dec 10-2w*