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Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
STOVE STORE!
AND
TIN WARE FACTORY.

FTIHe subscriber would respectfully acknowl-
j edge the favors bestowed upon him By the
citizens Of Weston and vicinity, ard soIicits a
continuance of patronage. he wishes to- call
attention to his VERY LARGE and carefully Sc
lected stock of STOVES, which viii be sold very
low forseAsH.
COOKING STOVES of all sizes, and va
Eietyof Patterns to suit purchasers.
PARLOR STOVES Of the latest style: Al
so, Box and Ten Plate Stoves, OF al sizes,
suitable for heating Churches, School Houses,
Stores, Shops, &C., &c. Tin Ware at Whole
sale and RetRil.
: Job work done in the best style and shortest
notice. Spouting and GntterinG particularly
attended to.
VI. S. BRIGGS.
Weston Mo. $1tf.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
THE RIGHT SPIRIT.

Below will be found copies of resolu-
tions passed by the citizens Of Missouri
The people whose interests are more i'm
mediately at stake in the great game now
being played in Kansas, we are very much
pleased to see, are now waking up; and
with an energy that will overcome all op-
position, are going to work in earnest
Where they cannot come themselves, they
are assisting others who are poor, but hon
est and industrious. None of the scum
and depraved rabble, that are being ship
ped here from the east for the double pur-
pose of getting rid of her paupers and to
make Kansas harbor for negro thieves
and fugitive slaves; but men who are rich
IN honor, courage, virtue, every thing but
gold. This is right, one such man as the
Missourians send over, is worth a dozen
such as Thayer & Co., force upon us; for
bringing our fertile Prairies under cultiva-
ton, OF for any industrious and honorable
OurDOSp
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13

In announcing the name Of Mr.. Kirk
for the Legislature, we vii, only add that
he is Squatter, living near the mouth of
Independence Creek, a native of Ken
lucky, and for the last four years a citizen
of Buchanan county, Missouri. Reliable
on the Goose" gentleman Of intelli-
gence, who will make if elected, an able
and efficient representative.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
Agents for Squatter sovereign.

is the authoriZed agent 1or ouf paper.
-~e~--
AGENTS for Sauatter Sovereign.
The following persons are authorized to
ac, az Agents for the s'SQUArTER SoyER-
EIGy.
JUDGE S, P. McCUnDr, Weston.
ABEL & SrRINGFELLow,
RouT & WIrHERs, n,
JuDGE j. T. V. V.THoMPsoN,
J. T. BEAVER, Hainsville.
Hr1P1nr tH Gan,.sssaa s. BAKER, Platte City.
G. w. WIrHERs, Richfeld.
PRor. II. b. ToDD, Camden Point.
JESSE MILLER, Hampton, Platte County
Coz. E. B. EWING, Richmond.
G; Grs' w, u i5snF, B Ca Fayette.
ID. c. GARTH, Huntsville.
j. RESIcK, Wellington.
5. c. HurcHIsoN, Glasgow.
L. p. WILKINsoN, Brunswick.
l.. Is. HARDwooD, Miami.
T. f. Kerry, Rocheport.
A. S. JoHNsos, Westport.
Anrnrp a. "A. hGDss.rH' Gosss. Lexington.
p p. f. YOU'RE, Waverly.
nsrI,Ns As Il c 3 - srnvEss' Parkville.
]. F, BRoADHunsr, Platte County.
B. w. GRovER Esa, Warrensburg.
j. J. LErroN, Boliver, Polk County.
N. B. HOLDEN, Clinton, Henry County.
Hon. j. III. BIRcn, Piansburg.
Col. HIRAM RIcH, Fort Leavenworth.
n. r. McMURRAY ESQ, Independence.
A. r. Mummy, Barry
II. CoRDELL, Pleasant Hill. Cass, Co.,
Hon. Jons DoNIPHAN, Jeearson c;t,
GEN. f. l.. EDWARDS, 'eheisoh o'y'
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
CATTLE AND MULEsn

e5xesa THE undersigned still con- u,
E%SAS~ tinues to keep for the accom- sgA
-As--=s-"- modation Of emigrants, eth eesnz,Z
er to Kansas, New Mexico, Salt Lake, Califor-
mia, Oregon, or any other country good sup
ply of stock.
He now has for sale on his farm in Clay
county, 100 head Of Mules, from to years
old, also 800 head of fine large Cattle, from D
to years DID, and 40 or 80 yol1es of oxen, well
broke. Any part or all of the above described
stock can be bought at fair prices, and upon fa-
vorable terms.
]. T. v. THOMPSON.
I,ibertv Mo 1855 %Itf
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
STRAys TAKEN UP.

T'AKEN up by the undersigned, living in
l. Marshall Township, near Iatan in the Ter
ritory of Kansas, two red Steers, one OF said
Steers has some pieds on him and marked with
slit in left ear, and two underbits III the right.
The other has swallow fork in the left ear,
and crop off the right They are supposed to
be four years old.
The owner is requested to call for the above
cattle, pay charges and take them away.
Il LOUIS ADDER
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
Nem advertisements.
ENra,a for S0Ee,

TNHE undersigned offers for sale his Farm.
j. containing 100 acres. The improvements
are good Dwelling House and all necessary
out Houses. This farm lies one half mile from
the Missouri River, three miles from Atchiso..
in Kansas Territory, and two miles from the
Lake Mill. The land not in cultivation is coy-
cred with the heaviest kind Of Timber.
Any person wishing to purchase will find the
terms to suit, by calling on the subscriber on
the farm; or at the Office of Squatter Sover-
eign.
WILLIAM w. ANDREWS.
Near the line of Platte and Buchanan.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
ATCEsEsON EXCHANGE.

F|N CALEB WRIGHT, keeps constant
ts=5j ly on hand Wines and Liquors of eve
ry variety, from the finest Champagne
and Cognac to common Rectified, and will sell
in quantities from thirnbie fail to a barrel
Also, Cigars of every description, Oysters,
Sardines, Branded Fruits, and every thing
which can be found in any establishment of
the kind. CASH TAKEN IN EXCHANGE.
Atchison, X. T. ~1f.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
Darkmlle Garos.
TIE PEO.N.EER STORE.
ASPLING, STEVENS 6 CO.
Corner OF Main and Water Streets

SCzuc& u MAN dlio water SLIeSLS.
PARKvILLE, MO-,
TTAVE Just opened at their old Stand one of
Il Il the largest and most varied assortment of
Dry Goods, Hardware and Groceries that have
ever been exhibited in upper Missouri. We are
now prepared to sell at wholesale or retail to
customers at unusually low rates. To their
old customers they beg leave TO return their sim
cere thanks for the liberal support which thew
have received. and would invite all in want of
auv article In the mercantile line to give them
call They pledge themselves to sell all arti-
cles upon as favorable terms as they can be
bought in ST. Louis. Their stock consists in
part of the following articles. which have been
very recently selected in the Eastern markets
with great care. and purchased upon most ia
vorabIe state of the market, viz:
Domestic bleached and brown. all qualities:
Calicos: all coIors and qualities Of Flannel:
Delaines; Plain Plaids;
French and English Merino;
Bonnets: Worsted Hoods;
Black and Fancy Silks; Plaid Silks:
Shasyls and Cloaks, al sizes and qualities;
Worsted Plaid, for chiiaren's wear;
Silk Cashmere, and Kid Gloves;
Collars. Undersleeves. Chemisettes:
Swiss Jaconet, and cheouered MusIns;
Swiss, Jaconet, Thread and Cotton Edgings and
Insertions;
Swiss and Jaconet Bands;
Combs; Tuck and Side Combs;
Card Cases; Port Monnaies;
Turkey-shelI, India-rubber, and Bone Combs;
Hair and Clothes Brushes.
GENTLEMEN'S WEAR.
Frock and Dress Coats;
| Overcoats of all qualities and styles;
Black, Plaid and Fancy Cashmere Pants;
Black, Plaid, and Fancy Sattinett Pants;
Black Satin and Fancy Silk Vests;
Black and Fancy Silk Velvet Vests;
Plush Vests; Black and Fancy Cashmere Vests;
Black and Fancy cloths;
French, English, and German Black and Fan
cy Doeskin:
Black and Fancy Satinettes and Tweeds;
Beaver cloth;
Blue and Fancy Bed and Saddle Blankets;
Undershirts-Lamb's Wool, Silk and Cotton;
Drawers-Net, Flannel. and Cotton;
Black and Fancy cravats;
Cashmere. Silk, and Kid Gloves;
Buckskin and Sealskin Riding Gloves;
Hats and caps;
E4g BOOTS AND SHOES.
S@s~ Buffalo and India rubber Overshoes;
Table Linnen, Table Cloths, Table Covers and
Toweiling;
Damask for Curtains; Curtain Muslins;
Shaving Tools and Perfumery;
Groceries, Hardware, Queensware, and Cut
a. lery;
Carpets, Oilcloths. assorted, and every other
article which can be called for.
In conclusion we will say to all, give Us a
call before purchasing elsewhere, and we will
show You that Goods can and will be sold chea-
per in Parkvil1e, than any other town above St.
Louis
| Ey7 Particular attention given to orders from
Kansas Territory, and Merchants may find i;
| to their interest to purchase from
ASPLING, STEVENS & co.
Parkville, Mo. Il If.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
STEE.W S.gVg...fFYEE.

T AM now erecting in Atchison, Steam Saw
i Mill, of the very best kind; which viii be
completed by the first of March. After that
time shall be able to supply the citizens Of
Kansas with all kinds of lumber, at as low a
price as any other Mill in the Territory.
fB@I wish to purchase 10000 Saw-logs, for
which 1 will pay the highest price, in Cash or
any kind of lumber.
.2 If. GRAFTON THOMASON.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
JOB PRINTING.

nF every description, neatly and promptly
alogues, Circulars, Handbills, Programmes,
Pamphlets, Posters, Shop-bills, Blanks, La
bells, and every variety of Printing, executed
at short notice. on liberal terms
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
DOG FOUND

o., FOLLOWED the undersigned, from
- about two miles below Atchison, a
| valuable Dog. Said Dog is Of brindie color,
and resembles the greyhound species. The
| owner can have the by paving for this
notice. G"2 4w.l NJ. S. STRINGFELLOW.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
YEngOTHY sCANyAN.

ID his services to the citizens of Atchison,
and feels confident that he can give entire salts
faction to any who may employ him, in either
of the above occupations. Can always be
found at HOME or 1T WORK. %1tf.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
svOyE MASON.

NTM. SUMNER, is prepared to furnish
w Materials and finish in the best manner,
and at reasonable prices, any work that may
be entrusted to him.
/ want two good Stone Masons to whom |
will give the best of wages and constant en-
pIoyment.
Atchison, KIT. *1tf.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
IkEO.WP sow EEO USE.
LIBERTY, CLAY COUNTY, MO.
THOMAS MURPHY, PROPRIETOR.

TNHIS we'll known Hotel has been leased and
i newly furnished by the undersigned with
the design of making it equal if not superior to
any house in the west. He fatters himself.
that by strict attention to the comfort and well
fare of his guests. he will merit and receive a
large share of public patronage.
Il 1y THOMAS MURPHY.
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
WESTON EIGH ScHOoT,


VNHE first session of this institution viii,
i commence on Monday Oct. 25th 1854.
DR.. T. P. Acres, A. NJ, (late President of
the Masonic College, Greenburg, Ky.,l Princi-
pal of the Male Department.
Rev. r.. G. Loving. A. NJ. formerly prasi-
dent of the Buckingingham female institute.
Va, late of Fayette, Mo- Principal Of the Fe--
male Department.
Suitable Assistants viii be employed as they
are required.
Tuition list Session 4 Months.
Primary studies...-- .-.......... 81 90
Common English branches .-....... 8 90
6lSner do do.-.... ..... 10 co
Greek and Latin, &C., ....I2 co
Ornamental branches at the usual ex-
ira charges.
aei, .'.--. ....-. / co
Board, including washing, Sc. can be had in
the neighborhood at SIC per month.
w. G. CApLES,
Weston, 1855. .1tf '.''s''.'
Squatter sovereign., 1855-02-13
Pro-saayery Ensierant Aid.

AT meeting held at Glasgow, Howard
County, on Jan. 5th, over whose delibera-
ons Capt w. b. Collins presided, the
following preamble, and resolutions were
adopted:
WHEREAS, 1t is Of the utmost importance.
TO his as Missourians that Kansas Terri
tory should have the Institution of Slave
ry established In it; and whereas the
aboiitonlsts OF the North have been u.s.
ing as we believe, means fair and foul,
to make that Territory free-soil, and
establish there a community of Anti
Slavery persons-opposed to our inter-
est, Therefore,
Resotred, That we will use all honora-
tie and legal means to send emigrants there
VINO are known TO be favorable to Slavery,
ana VINO by permanent settlement there
VIII defend our interest
sskesotoed, That we individually and COL
lectlvely pledge ourselves to further the
foregoing object by all legal and honorable
means.
ResolUed, That committee of six ner-
sons, three from Charlton, and a like num-
Der from Prairie Township, be appointed
by the President to act as an Executive
and Corresponding Committee, in matters
that will aid i'm consumating the objects
for which this meeting was called.
Resolred, That we have listened with
pleasure and profit to the remarks of Hen
ry l.. Rout, Esq, of Clay, and we COM
mend him to the friends of the South, in
other sections he may visit.
The following gentlemen We're appoint-
ed the committee provided for in the third
resolution.
Pralrie Township. S. Eddings, J.
y. Swlnney and Capt, Finks.
Chariton-Maj. J. H. Turner, J. Mil
Ter and c. H. Green.
AT meeting held in Fayette, ON the
oih INST. similar resolutions were adopted
and the following committees appointed.
Richmond Township-P. Nj. Jackson.
}. +. Williams and F. M. Grimes.
bennelemme-MA A. Tailor, j. N. Har-
gus and James Hooker.
Moniteau-C. E. Givens, Gerard Rob-
inson, w. Nj. Payne.
Fsanklin--R. III. Robinson, T. S. Hugh's
.. r. White.
!, Boonslick-R. H. Turner, JOS. Cooper,