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Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
FRANCIS JACOBY, JR's.,
NEW DRUG AND PREscRrprIoN STORE.

THE subscriber respectfully invites the attention OF
the citizons Of Davenport and surrounding country
70 MS Drug and Chemical Store Brady between
ond and Third sts.
From his knowledge and experience in the business
he those who may favor him that they will
be furnished with Medicines ofthe best quality pre-
pared with the strictest care and at moderate prices
Personal attention will be given 10 the compound
ing OF all Prescriptions.
Hcalso keepsa Roodassortment Of German French
English and Am rican Perfumery, Tooth and Hair
Brushes, Combs, and General assortment Of Fame,
Articles.
Davenport, Oct 18th. ISSl.d.tf
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30

JOHN H. NORTON.
House and Sign Palntsrs 0lasisrs, Paper
Hangers, &C.,
yXvOULD respectfully inforin the public that he
w still continue to carry the bnsiness OF Painting
In all Its branches with ncatncas and dispatch.
Shop Main street, (wes sids,) between Front and
Second strects. Davenport, June >, ls53-S ~
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
LEATHER! LEATHERn

LIZA IlLlt! LEA I1Elti!
WE are in receipt Of good assortment OF fCalf, No
rocco, Kip and Sole Leathers all kinds OF Innings,
bindipg Shebbing Thread, Nails, Heel Ball. Shoe Pegs
atc. to which we would cali the attention Sboemake r.
and Binders. sc DAWSON = CO.
3dOors from the Post Office:
Davenport, Iowa, March 23d
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
DR.. w. II. LINE.

RADUATE Of the Jefferson Medical College.
VI Philadciphia. and OF four years extensive prae
tca familiarity with the diseases Of the western cOun
try Offers his professional services TO thu
citizens Of Davenport and vicinity. Attendance ii
hours ofthe night. Ofce eth street near the new
Pennsyl House. Davenport Me! So dt
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
WHEAT!

TSHE subscrbers are now reccivin Wheat at II
/ ssEconomist Mills East Davenport, and pa yng
the highest Cash prices
Doc Is5A-tf.
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
Clothing made to Order.

Clothing made to Order.
,Y>Ho's. s. GILBERT, late from New Haven Conn.
respectfully Informs the citizens OF Davenport
that he has taken,a room opposite lie Claire Block
over Wicys Store Second Street; where he would be
happy 10 wait upon gentlemen who desire anything
in his line Of business Having been empio, ed for
number efyears In hrst class custom estabiishm
East he 1aters himselhe shall DO able to give the
most comp etc and perfectsatisfaction Perfect fit
always warranted.
n. b. Garments cut for others to make up at shor
notice and reasonable rates.
Mch II, '5S.d-u
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30
Rifle and Shot Gun


nNE superior finished and new rifle and one spler
I Odid double berrel London twist shot gun; bot
patent brtch lcck for sale cheap for want Of BY
ami 40 JACOB WEAVER Jr & CO
Daily Davenport gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1854-1855, 1855-06-30

0NE fourth INTEREST," In excellent Steam Saw Mill
Onear this place wich has connected with ita Pia-
ing Machine slso Sash and Blind, door, shingl and
Lath Factory. ltis in full operation, has goodrur
Of custom and is well stocked. A person, wko car
give his personal attention is preferred. Apply in
Inadlatelyt to N. h. OSBORN CO.,
Real Estate Brokers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

BIG ffsHISG.-Salmon trout, weighing from
thlrty to fifty pounds, are caught In gleat
numbers, with nets and seines on the Canada
side Of Lake Huron. We would advise some
OF Isaak WaltOn's disciples, whose amateur
efforts are confined to the tiny trout of the lit
Tie brooks, to make a missionary tour 30 the
oreat Lakes, and take captive some Of the big
ones that play in their waters The recipro-
city treaty has given a new impetus to tho
business.
Some two hundred American fishermen aro
now engaged within fifty miles on each side
OF dOderich, in the business This has greatly
stimulated the Cannucks, and it is estirn ated
that four hundred Of them are now engaged in
the same business. About one hundred miles
OF lake shore is lined with gill-nets and seines
Every boat that comes in has a large number
of salmon trout. At Whitewood terrni aus OF
the northern railway, from Toronto, they ara
packed In ice, and 20 to 0swego. Rome, Utica,
Albany, and New York. Great quantities
taken at Gooderich go in ice to Cleveland and
Cincinnati.-EaSteTn Argus, hngasts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

QUANTITY OF AMMUNITION ExPESnsp rpoS
SEBAsroPoL "A letter from st. Petersburr of
July IA, says:
9 " The combats Of the 18th and 18th Of juno
were doubtless the severest and most desper-
ate that have taken place before Sebastopol.
From private correspondence this appesrs
much more than from mere official reports. Ia
enc Is stated the following, namely: 1T is
impossible TO form an idea, except BY person
al inspection, of the amount Of iron ana
lead which is used. The ground where the
combat took place is entirely covered with
shot and shell. From the 3lst May up 10 the
9Th june, our soldiers have picked up as 400
pounds of lead, AMI LOIS bombs Q. SO pounds.
not exploded and this Is not one-third part Of
Wnst mas been used oy the enemy, as great
part of their ammunition is buried In the g.us
Of the town ramparts,''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
GEAND FIREMENs AND CIVIC
EACURSION AND PIC MIC
OF THE
Fran kiln Fire Company,
TO THE
FHITE HOUSE PAVILION

WHITE HOUSE PAVILION
'ESH F. members of the Franklin Fire Company
Il take pleasure in announcing to siH
the Firemen, their friends and the <ssS,s5<2E.l
public generally that they have chartered lhe safe
and commOdiouS steamer Geo Washington. and
viii give Grand Exclusion and Pic Mic to the
WHITE HOUSE PAVILION, on WEDNES-
DAY August 22d.
The Company pledge themselves that no trouble
Or expense will be spared to make this one Of The
most pleasant, gay, and recherche Excursion Of
the season. ..-s..-
A celebrated Cotillon Band has been engaged
for the occasion.
Dinner and Supper will be furnished by an ex-
perienced caterer.
For the accommodation Of those persons who do
not wish to spend the whole day down the river
the boat will make two trips
Leave Georgetown at O'Clock, Washington at
y, Navy Yard at 9k, Alexandria at 10.
Afternoon leaves Washington at 2H, Alexandria
1t 3k O'Clock
Returning, will leave the White House at and
and 10 O'Clock p m.
Tickets, admitting gentleman and two ladies'
81, to be had of the Committee of Arrangements, ,
and at the boat on the morning of the Excursion
Committee Of 4Trang gements.
Rob't T. Doyle, J Williamson.
u X Crossfeld, Medley,
L. X Thomas, PJ Newman,
j M Hough, Alex TAFT
Jno T Coumbe, r EckloR
au 3--law2wkdtd
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OFFICIAL.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT, Aug. 3, la:

TREASURY DEPARTMENT., Aug. 3, 1855
Notice is hereby given to holders Of stock of the
loan authorized by the act of 1876. redeemable on
and after the l2th November, 1856, that the whole
or any part Of that stock will be purchased by this
department at any time previous to the 30th No
vember next, for which per cent. premium VII
be paid in addition to the SUMS expressed in the
certificates.
And to the holders Of the stocks OF the other
loans of the United States, that purchases Of the
same to the amount Of 81 $40 00D viii also be made
during the same period at the following rates:
For stock of the loan of l542, premium of 10
per cent for stock of the loans OF 1s47 and ISis
premium OF Is per cent; and for stock issued un-
der the act Of 1850, commonly called Texas in
demnity stock, premium Of 8 per cent.
Interest VIII also be allowed, at the rate stipu
lated in the certificates, from the lst July last to
the day of settlement here, with one day In addi-
ton, TO enable the Treasurers draft to reach the
party. h a.. Esr
Certificates transmitted to this department un.
der the present notice should be duly assigned to
the United States by the party entitled to receive
the purchase money.
Payment for these stocks viii be made by drafts
upon the assistant treasurers at Boston New York
or Philadelphia, as the parties entitled to receive
the money may direct.
,.,o JAMES GUTHRIE,
au 4-dfNov3O Secretary OF the Treasury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
AID FOR rHE MrxIc.x Rv~o,o

AID FOR THE MEXICAN REyoLUyIoS1sys =
The San Antonio Ledger gives an account of
an organisation Of q alilitary force in Texss 10
and the reyotationists in Mexico. The frst
part OF the expedition arrived at Leoca
rver On the 18th of July, and more were
hourly coming forward in great numbers. They
expected to cross the river On the 24th. Capt.
henry, late of the Texan volunteers, the
comm lander Of the expedition. had issned an
address to the people OF Texas and Mexico.
10 the former be says the intention is 70 aid
in the establishment Of a more republican
government and finally 10 bring Mexico uu
der the protection of the American eagle.
aenersi Lamo declares that this is the wish Of
the Mexican government themselves -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
GLENwOOD CEMETERY,
Office No. 292 Pa. ave., corner 10th street.
lOYER THE SAVINGS BANKl

Office No. 292 Pa. ave.. corner 10th rect,
(ovER THE SAVINGS BANK
THIS CEMETERY is laid out on the plan of
Il the celebrated Greenwood, of n ew ork, and
situated on the high ground distant one and a
quarter miles north of the Capitol--North Capitol
street Leading directly to the gateway.
This Company have secured charter from Con-
grsss appropriatng their ground forever 10 burial
purposes, making a fee title to the purchaser, and
prohibiting all encroachments ffom legislation or
otherwise, which is Of vast importance to those
who wish their dead to repose where they hav
placed them, for IL has become a custom in all
other cities when the burial ground becomes valu-
able for other purposes, TO sell it, and throw the
dead promiscously into one large Tit. and legal
MEASURES cannot prevent it, as no titles given
to the ground. ...
N. B-Othce open from 10 to II o'clock a. IN d,
waere Pamphlets, containing the Charter, BY
Laws, and map Of the ground, and all other in
formation, can be obtained.
All orders left with MIR. James F. Harvey, No.
il0Seventh street, or any other undertaken, will be
promptly attended to. ie lS-Iy
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PROsPERiS CORNET BAND,

'fNHlS Band is suitable for any and all purposes,
and is warranted to give satisfaction to ali
those who may be pleased to engage them, either
as Brass, Reed, or Cotillon Band.
Any number of musicians to be had at the.short-
est notice, by applying to
FREDERIC PROSPERI,
Leader, at Taltavull's Store, opposite the
Marine Barracks
y. B1-Orders left at Hilbus 4 Hitz's Music De-
pot win be promptly attended to.
NAV 2l-4m
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

RA Belgian paper mentions that q woman
named Dupries, the wife Of farmer, residing
st Tourpes, while she was feeding her POULTRY,
took up young chicken in her hand % caress
IT, A cock few up pecked her violently in
the arm, and thus inflicted q wound which
was not at first considered serious, but which
afterwards became inf AIMED 70 such Q dsgrss
that the woman has since died from the s4ssts
Of il.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
ONE HUNDRED MORE

OF those superior Magnolia Hams, and proba,
~ bly, all that viii be received this season, they
are cured in Maryland according to the old home
stead receipt, the quality of which is unsurpassed
IL equalled, by any other ever introduced here. To
be had only at my store.
Also, fresh lot Of that peculiarly fine selected
and standard Black Tea at 50 cents pound, which
| have introduced It is sold only by myself and
Is now extensively known in the District New
corners and others who have not vet used 1t re-
ferred to the leading members of the Faculty of
Washington and Georgetown. Samples furnished
gratuitously.
Bay Water at 25 cents per bottle, or 50 IS per
dozen. For bathing purposes it Is as cheap as
common spirits.
Mint, Lavender, and Blackberry Cordials, tlt
very articles for the prevailing epidemic.
Maple Sugar, Fresh Prunes, &c, with unsur.
passed varieties Of choice family Groceries
II. Nj. 4. KING,
Few steps northeast Jackson Statue.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

FANCY GOODS, TOILET ARTICLES, L. q.
WE invite attention to our large stock of Combs
w Brushes, Pomades, Extracts, Cologne, Ba.
Water, &c, which we are prepared to offer al
greatly reduced prices.
Also, constantly on hand general assortment OF
Fancy Goods, Fans, Gloves, Hosiery, &c, to-
gether with fashionable stock of millinery, tO
which additions are constantly being made Of ths
newest and most desirable styles The attention
of the ladies is particularly invited to this depart
ment OF our business, which is under the charge O.
Miss Thompson. %
. HUTCHINSON & MUNRO. . 4
jy 2S-tf $40 Penn ave, between 9th Il 10th sts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
A CARD.

MRS. Z. PHILLIPS, No. s8l Sixth street.
Iva between 6 and H streets, desires to inform
the citizens Of Washington and vicinity that
she IS now prepared to give instructions on the
PIANO FORTE. She has taugbt music in
SOME Of the principal cities Of the Union and
has testimonials showing that she is fully COM
petent TO discharge the duties Of her profession
their patronage.
Terms: so for 81 lessons, at her residence. CT
Sl2 at the residence OF her pupils.
20 10-pa2.p$<
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

JoHs r. ELvANs. wILLIAE THOMPSON.
ELvANS s, THOMPSON,
DEALERS IN
HARDWARE, COACH TRIlfKIHGS, &C.,
Ne. 326 Pennsylvania avenue,
between Ni~iA and Tsnth SIS, Washington, d. C.
HOUSE FURNISHING HARDWARE.
Britannia, German Silver, Albata and Silver Ple-
ted, Tea, Table and Dessert Spoons
Carvers and Forks, steeis, Knives with and with
out Forks 49,.
Brass, Britannia, Block Tin and Plated Candle
sticks, Shovel and Tongs, Waae Irons, Sad
Irons
Maslin and Ben Metal Kettles, Furnaces, Grid
irons, Ovens, &c.
BUILDING MATERIALS
Rural Cottage, Closet. Cupboard, Chest, TIL, Pad
and Trunk Locks
Shuttle, Door, and Blind Hinges, Screws, Cut and
Wrought Nails, Bolts
Brad's Shutter Screws and Stubhs, Door Springs,
Handrail Screws, Door Knobs
Bell Pulls, Door Sheaves and Rail, &c.
CABINET MAKERS GOODS.
Hair Cloth, Curled Hair, Moss, Gimps, Sofa and
venitian Blind Hooks, Rack Pulieys, Roller Ends
Brackets, Furniture Nails a4
Glue, Coffin Handles and Screws, Diamond Screw
Plates, &c
CARPENTERS GOODS.
Planes, Saws, Drawing Knives, Spokeshaves
Chisels and Gouges, Plane Irons
Augers Braces and Bits Boring Machines Ham.
mers, Hatchets, Deveis
Bevels, Squares, Guages, Axes, &c.
BLACKSMITH & COACH MAKERS, GOODS.
Black and Bright Springs, Axles, Felloes, Shafts,
Spokes, Hubs, Bows, Poles
Sleigh Runners, Silvered and Brass Bands, Stump
Joints, Stump Collars, Top Props
Curtain Frames, Lamps, Inside Innings, Lining
Silks, Damask, Seaaing Cords
Tufts, Tassels, Buttons, Tacks, Frnges, Laces,
and Plain and Enamelled Canvass
Russia Duck, Enamelled Leather, Dash Leather
dc. ELVASS & THOMPSON,
ieI-6m 326 Pa. avenue
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
DIR. L.. IL. VyRKGHT,s

jEFAILING ''sCROFULoUS AETID0TE ,
For the Permanent C&Ts of CONS SUMPTTOl !
and all other forms Of SCRO FULOUS
DISEASES.
THIS Medicine is prepared by an eminent ply.
sician Of eighteen years practice in New fort
city, during which time he has constantly used II
with the most unbounded success, and created fol
1t reputation in private practice, nequalled In
the history Of medicine. Itacts immediately upon
the blood, cleansing 1t from all scrofulous hunofs
or impurities renovsting and, by its magic pow.
ers, INVIGORATE TIE WHOLE SYSTEM,
in proof of which, hundreds of respectable vii
nesses from the DOCTORS private practice have Civ
en- IN their testimony, and entrear hose suffering
from any scrofulo,ss affection, to call ap0a fhe1
IaG satisfy tksmsSsioeS.
Treatise on Scrofglous Diseases can be haa
gratis at PRINCIPAL DEPOT, 400 Broadway,
and at Drug Stores generally.
CHARLES STOTT &c CO.,
Agents for Washington
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11

New MODE OF yAcciskrIoS.- Dublin
Medical Press says:
Without punctures, three re gular vaccine
pustules appeared on the fourth day, and were
produced by merely placing some vaccine mat
ter on the arms of two children, and rubbing
the spot with the sharp end of an ivory knifee
The fact that young girls take the kins pox on
their fingers when milking, suggested this
method of vaccination % esi.I -,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
PEEL'sLONDON GREEN GINGER WINE

MAN FACTURED FROM FRENCH
4tA GRAPES, GREEN JAMAICA GINGER
SEVILLE ORANGES, 6Cc.--This delicious bev
erage becomes the greatest favorite wherever il IL
Introduced. II is equally pala.able more whole
Some, and not half the price Of other foreign wines
Iany Physicians use IL exclusively, and recon-.
mend IL to all troubled with flatulency Dyspep.
sia, Debility, Cramps, Diarrhea and Dysentery
Persons subject TO Chills, or living In district
where Ague or Cholera prevails, find its occasion
al use pleasant and admirable preventive. Mixeo
with little iced water, it forms the most refresh
ing and wholesome cooling drink in warm weather
that can be taken.
Price 50 cents per bottle, IS per dozen.
N. B. Country Druggists, Grocers, &c, find this
Wine an advantageous addition to their stock it's
first rate article sells well, and gives great salts
faction
Agsnis SToTT & co, Washington; PEEt
J. BALMER Baltimore -.- iy6-tr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1855-08-11
THE FAUQUIER WHITE SULPHUR
SPRINGS

A RE now open for the reception of COMPANY,
n and in far more attractive condition
than they ever have been. fa.f;3
A gross misrepresentation against them-x..:4.
having been published in the Petersburg inteIli-
gencer and Baltimore Sur to the effect that they
closed for the season Is now traced to an ir-
responsible source unworthy Of notice
II IL proper to state that there is no shadow Of
70 Indation for il. The subscriber trusts that he
VIII not be made the victim Of such malignity !;
and the respectable journals which have given
currency to the rumor by transferring IL to their
columns will disabuse the public mind through the
same medium. ALEX BAKER
jy lI2m
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EXCURSIONS, &c.
FIRST GRAND EXCURSION AND PIC MIC
OF THE
George Washington Club.

TO THE WHITE HOUSE PAVILION
On WEDNESDAY,, August Is.
TTNHE members Of the GEORGE WASHING
Il TON CLUB, Of Georgetown, r.
take pleasure in announcing to their,
brother Clubs ard the public generally that they
have chartered the safe and commod Gus Steamer
George Washington, and will give grand Ex-
cursion and Pic Mic to the White House Pavilion
on the above named day
The members of the Club pledge themss Ives
that no pains or expense shall be spared to make
this one Of the best excursions Of the season
r SCOTS splehdid Cotillon Music has been en-
gagged for the day.
Dinner and Refreshments win be served by w
Coke in his superior stvle. 154
The boat will leave Georgetown at 4, w ashing-
ton ~, Navy Yard at g, and Alexandria at sI
O'Clock, returning at a seasonable hour
Tickets Submitting gentleman and ladies /;
to be had Of any Of the Committee or at the boat
Committee of Arran gemeats. --
Lemuel Brown, Chas Grimes
Andrew Clements, Jno Heard,
Jno Colbert, Jos Grouse
au 10 At ID -
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FIRST WARD LIVERY AND SALE STA
RLES. a-

n announcing to the public Of Washington that
Il | have taken possession, by purchase, "a
OF the above Stables, on G street, near Srs>
by A. Schwartz0 / wish to inform an NJ.
them that 1t viii De entirely conducted by myself,
and that all orders left upon the premises viii be
attended to punctually with elegant Carriages and
careful drivers. The Riding School will be con-
Quoted by professional equestrian and perfectly
docle horses; having stated hours for lady eoues
triaIs, in private or public, as they may prefer
Particular attention will be paid to horses kept
at Livery in his establishment
Persons requiring open barouches or family car
riages, can be satisfactorily accommodated, as
wel as those desiring riding horses for gentlemen
or ladies'
FREDERICK LAKEMEYER,
iy2l-3m Agent.
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SUMMER RETKEAT.

SUMMER REThEAT.
RLAKlSTUN'S PAVILION will be open FOR
- the reception Of visitors on the 5th OF "a
July. The proprietors table viii be sup f,aA
piled with the dslicacies abounding in tLe.Aaa2.
waters adjacent to Blakiston's Island. He hopes
bis endeavors to please will insure him a share Of
patronage from those seeking health or little
quiet from city hustle. .t..a
rhe Steamers Maryland, Osceola, and Alice C.
Price stop regularly at his landing
Af TERMS.
% OF one noltn .....:.............S3 $50 0O
For one week or more, per day....,...... l 90
For a shorter time, per day. Is
A good band OF Cotillon Music is engaged for
the season from Washington 81 80
f..i GEORGE ". BLAKISTON,
ieG-2mf Proprietor.