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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1855-01-06
17,944,G52 50

17,944,G5 S.
Less amount of
the two mill
tax state debt
fund, 702,l52 26
Less amount in
tcrest fund re-
ccived into the
treasury from
lst December
1S52, to lst
Dec, 1854, 5eo,si5 GO
Less amount
from ordinary
revcnuGtO pay
installation on
liquidation
bonds, 20,G4s Il
Less amount sur.
plus revenue
to purchase
indebtedness, l37,o5o So
Less amount Of
the fund recci-
we'd from sale
ofstate land TO
purchase state
indebtedness, 2s0,S9i Qs
Less amount
paid by board
Of trustees Of
the Illinois
and Michigan
canal, TO fully
liquidate the
100000
loan, 5ss,ooS 70
Less arnountthat
IN l.
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1903, Jan. j.
Intern. Improve.
ment d c b I,
principal,
Interest to Janu.
ary ], 1866,
Arrears of inter-
est when debt
was funded,
Unfunded inter.
. nal improve.
ment scrip and
| bonds,
| Interest to Janu.
ary !, 1866,
| Virgins loan,
| principal and
| interest,
lLiquidatio
! bonds,
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Deduct amount
Of state in.
debte d ness
purchased to
Jan. !, 1863,
and interest
on same to
Jan. !, 1855,
Amount paid on
principal and
interest to
Jan, ], 1853,
and interest
on principal
taken up to
Jan. ], 1865,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1855-01-06
l0,00s,44S 10

10,00s,4 ,448 10
Principal canal
debt, 4,sS6,52s s3
Interest on same
to January /,
1855, 2,959, 6sl a6
7s4o, 2oi 70
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ll,674,275 rs
252, ,s27 es
l,22a,OoO 90
1,475, ,s97 CO
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Interest two yrs.
20 January !,
1866,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1855-01-06
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ll,574,275 7s

l,l99,l25 04
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Yet to be expended, $3,000,0O0
Length of main line completed, 800 miles.
Gaicna branch, l4G miles
Ufwhich is finished, l29 "
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
d MIRAcl r or SCIENCE +!

Or. c. L. KELLlNG, Of Mechanicsburgh, cnmber-
land Co. Pa. announces TO those afflicted wiih u
tnors. Wens, Cancers, Polypns, Lapus, Moles OF
Marks, Scro4na or Kings Evil; and all diseases thai
have been usually treated with Caustic or Knife, he
can remove them without cutting, burning or pain !;
neither Choroiorm or Ether is administered 10 the
patient. It is no matter what part Of the body
they are he can remove them with perfect safety,
and in a remarkably short time. No Mineral or
Vegetable poison, applied; and no money required
until cure is perfected.
Prolapsis Uteri, Female complaints, Chronic Fen-
ereal and all other diseases treated with positive sue
cess Full particulars can be obtained by addressing
in either English German post paid Patients can
be accommodated with Board on reasonable terms.
Merchandising is one OF the pretiest and heathy
towns in this or any other State. II is miles from
Harrisburg on the G. V. r. r. and accessible from
all parts OF the Union.
The Dr. will visit cases in any part of the State
when desired
KIND reader if you know Of any afflicted fel-
low-creoture, delay not, to tell them Of His
treatment
March .. lS55.-6m.*
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
Las. Ia. HAlfann

Would announce 10 his friends and the pub
lie that he has purchased the entire Store oi the
late James M Gibson, and intends TO continue
business at the old stand. He has on hand an
assortment of Dry Goods, Groceries, Teas, Se-
gars, Jewelry, &c. SC. together with Coniec-
tionaries OF every description. In short time
he will replenish his stock, SO as 10 make It an
inducement to purchasers to give hln call
He has on hand good supply OF FLOUR, and
will make every effort to accommodate the peo-
pie in this line of bis business, either wholesale
or retail He will also keep Bacon, Fish,
Salt, MoIasses, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Brooms,
Brushes, Patent medicines, Drugs, Dye-stufis,
and every article usually kept 10 retail store.
1EPAPER HANGING and UPHOLoI LIZ
ING willbe attended TO as usual with prompt
ness and despatch-and he would take this oc-
casion to say that he has now on hand, and VIII
furnish TO order, on the most favorable terms,
every description of WALL PAPER and BOR-
DERING.
By unremitting attention TO business, and
disposition to please, be hopes to merit and re-
ceive liberal encouragement.
Bedford, April 8, 1850.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
HiRDWl lRE STORE.
May %, 1885.

The subscriber having purchased the entire
stock OF HARDWARE of the late Thomas B.
Miller, in the Borough Of Bedford, would re-
spectfully announce TO his friends and the pub
lie generally, that he Is now prepared 10 lur-
n;s6 almost everv article in his line of business
on favorable terms. His stock being nearly all
new. and selected w one well experienced in
the business, he IS fully satisfied that purchasers
will find il t. their advantage to give him a
call ~ addition 10 general stock of Hard
Ua-r, he has on hand, and will constantly keep,
GROCERIES of the very best quality-GLASS
of all sizes-also, STONEWARE Of very SUI
perior quality. He has also on hand all kinds
of Oils, Paints, Drugs, Brooms. &C., &C., and
Cedar Ware in great variety.
Having now permanently settled in business,
and being determined to use every proper ex-
ertion to please, be hopes 10 merit and receive
liberal share of public patronage.
JOHN ARNOLD.
Dec. %, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
WATCHES, JEWELRY, SILYERWARE
AND FANCY GOODS.

Il Choice Assortment Of the Finest Qnafify,
For Sale at the Lopest Cash Prices, at
VIM. B. ELTOEHE 4 d s,
No. 1s4 SouM Second Street, Jetrceen Pine and q
aion, West Side, PHILADELPHIA.
The assortment embraces a Large and Select Stor$
of Ffue Watctes Jc,cefyy, Slrer VAR, Alboff Ware
aated 4sih the Siircr Spoons, Forks, LaaSeS, 9c
Jet GoofS Fans and FaRrg Articies OF superior
quality. deserving the examination OF those who de-
sire TO procure the best goods at the Lolcest Cash
Pric6s.
Having practical kpo,rledge of the business, and
all available facilities for Importing and Manulactur-
ing, the subscriber confidently invites purchasers,
believing that he can supply them on terms as iaVor-
able as any other establishment in either of the At
lantic Cities.
~ All kinds of Diamond and Pearl Jewelfy and
Silver Ware manufactured 10 order, within reason
able time.
~ Watches, Jewelry and Silver Ware foahf"tig
,snot,ed. WM. B. ELTONHEAD,
No. ISL South Second Street, a few doors
above the Second Street Market, West Side.
10 In the South Window of the Store may be seen
the famous HIRE CLOCK, which commands the ad-
miration of the scientific and curious.
Oct. 10, lS54.-1y.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
FASHIONABLE TAlL oRlNG ESTABLISHMENT.

The subscriber would announce TO his o.
friends and customers, and the public IN geneE'
al, that he has permanently located himself u
Juliana Street, next door to DR.. REANER Drug
& Book Store, where he is prepared to execuE
all orders in his line in superior manner, o.
reasonable terms. From long experience IN Inc
business, he feels confident he can render sails
faction to all who honor him with call.
He constantly keeps on hand ready-maay
clothing, OF every description, for Men man anI
Boys-also, superior assortment OF CLOlI'
CASSlMERES, CASSINETTS, SILK, SA'
TIN, and other VESrINGS, and Sammer wear,
which he will sell as low as they Gan be oous".
elsewhere, and make them up TO the taste oi NV
purchaser.
He also keeps general assortment OF CIa'I,' ls
Stocks, Collars, Suspenders, Handkercn'f'''t tara
He hopes to merit and receive Il0Prai sn'''
of public patronage. rrrp
June 8, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
NpENGEL HOUSE.

THE subscriber having removed TO the Men
gle HOUSE, in the Borough of Bedford, re-
Gently in the occupancy of Mr.. Isaac Menglp,
respectfully announces TO his old friends, and
the public generally, that he Is fully prepared
to accommodate all who honor him with call,
and hopes to merit and receive a liberal share
of custom. He will make it his study to render
comfortable all who stop with him-and he in
vites Travellers, Movers, Drovers, and persons
attending Court to give him trial.
His stabling is of the best quality, and COM
petent to accommodate large number OF horses,
and it viii always be attended by an oblging
and attentive hostler.
Boarders will be taken by the day, week,
month, or year, on reasonable terms.
Determined to spare neither pains nor eX-
pense to make bis house what it should be, he
confidently relies upon the public for gener-
Gus support.
JAMES s. BECKWITH.
March 81, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
Bedford Hotel,
And General Stage Office.

The subscriber respectfully begs leave to an
nounce to his old friends and the public gener-
allv, that he has leased the Bedford Hofl, at
present in the occupancy Of Col. Adam Barn
hart. and will take possession on the lst DAY OF
April next 1t is not his design to make many
professions as TO what he will do, but he pledges
his word that his most energetic efforts W u De
employed to render comfortable all who give
him call. The House will be handsomely
fitted up, and none but careful and attentive
servants will be engaged. Persons visiting the
Bedford Springs, as well as those attending
Court, and the travelling community geferal-
", are respectfully invited TO give him call
and Judge for themselves.
-BoarderS taken by the week, monh, or
wear, on favorable terms.
1-AmpIe and comfortable stabllng IS at
tachpd to this Hotel, which will always e at
tended by careful hoster. Also, SAB and
convenient carriage house.
Ill the STy4GES stop at this Hofd.
JOHN HAFER.
March i6, 1855.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
CARTER,S SPANISH MIXTURE.

NOI A PARTICLE or IWERCURE IN IT.
Let the afflicted Read and Ponder
An lnfallible Remedy for ScToiula, Kings Evil,
Rheumatism, Obstinate Cutaneous Eruptons,
Pimples or PoStups on the Face, BIotches,
BoilS, Agne and Fever, Chronic Sore Eyes,
Ring Worm or letter, Scald Head, Enlarge
ment and Pain of the BofrS and joints, Stub
born Ulcers, Syphilitic Disorders, Lumbago,
Spinal Complaints, and all Diseases arising
from an lnudcous Use Of Mercury, Impru-
dencr in Life, or Impuriiy OF the Blood.
G5 This great Alternative medicine and Pu-
ri6er of the Blood is now used by thousands of
grateful patients from all parts Of the United
States, who testify daily to the remarkable
cures performed by the greatest ofaIl medicines,
''CARTER'S SPANISH MIXTURE" Neu-
ralgia, Rheumatism, Scroula, Eruptions on the
Skin, Liver Disease, FeverS. Ulcers, Old Sores,
Afecionsofthe Kidneys, Diseases Of the Throat,
Female Complaints, Pains and Aching OF the
Bones and Joints, are speedily put 10 fight by
using this great and inrStmable remedy.
For all Diseases of the Blood, nothing has vet
been found to compare with it. II cleanses the
system of all Impurities, acts gently and eff
ciently on the Liver and Kidneys, strengthens
the Digestion, gives tone to the Stomach, makes
the skin clear and healthy, and restores the
Constitution, enfeeblpd by disease or broken
down by the excessrs Of youth, TO It's pristine
vigor and strength.
For the Ladies, il is incomparably better than
all the cosmetics ever used. few doses Of
Carriers SPANISH MIXTURE will remove all
salownesS of complexion. bring the roses mant-
ling 10 the cheek, give elasticity TO the step.
and improve the general health 10 a remarka-
bic degree, beyond all the medicines ever heard
Of
The large number of certificates which we
have received from persons from all parts Of the
United States, is the beSl evidence that there is
no Humbug about it. Thr press, hotel keepers,
magistrates, physicians, and public men, well
known to the community, all add their tpstimo-
ny TO the wonderful effects of this GREAT
BLOOD PURIFIER.
Call on the Agent and get a Circular and
Almanac, and read the wonderful cures this
truly greatest Of all medicines has performed.
None genuine unless signed BENNETT &
BEERS, Propretors, No Pearl Street, Rich
mond, Va: to whom all orders for supplies and
agencies must be addressed
Sold by DR.. +. c. REAMEE, Bedford; j.
NJ BARNpoLLAE, Bloody Run: A. B. BUM,
SchrIIsburg, and by Dealers in Medicines ev-
erywhere. Get. 30, 1S54.-1y.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
NEW FIRM Ind NEW GOODS /!

The subscribers having purchased the entire
Stock Of Goods of Geo. w. Horn, in the town
of Schellsburg, beg leave to announce TO the
public generally, that they have now on hand,
and will continue to keep, large and we'll Sc
lected assortment of DRY GOODS, GROCE-
RIES, HARDWARE, QUEENSWARE, Tin
ware, Oils, Drugs, Fish, Molasses, and, in fact,
every article usually found in Country Stores,
to which they invite the attention Of purchas-
ers, satisfied that they can give satisfaction TO
all who give them a call.
The highest price will be paid for Hides, and
for all kinds of Grain. Lumber and Produce,
of every description, will be taken in exchange
for Goods, at the highest prices All kinds Of
Leather will be kept at the Store for sale. Give
us a call.
A. j. SNIVELY,
JAMES BURNS, Jr.
Jan. $, 1855.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
HuMMEL s ESSENCE 0E COFFEE.

EVERY ONE who has used HummeI's Es-
sence of Coffee, knows that one package will
go as far as pounds of the best Java Coffee,
and coffee made by this Essence will preserve
perfectly the real taste of Java coffee, but will
have more delicate and finer flavor, finer
color, and will certainly be much wholesomer
for every person than pure Java Coffee.
Gy~For sale at DR.. B. F. HARRY'S new
Drug and Book Store. Oct. Z, 1888.
OLD PEWTER & COPPER WANTED.
The highest price, in cash or trade, allowed
for old Pewter and Copper.
GEO. BLYMIRE.
Cept O 1919
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26

The subscribers respectfully beg leave to in
form the people of Middle Woodberry Town
ship, and the country at large, that they are now
prepared, al their establishment, one mile south
Of Woodberry, Bedford County, TO fuenish four
horse Threshing Machines, Pierponts' Patent
Shaker, Cider Mills, Ploughs of every descrip-
ton, Keagy's Cooking Stoves, two different pat
terms, and two different patterns ofCoal Stoves
Plough Castings, Wagon Boxes of all sizes, aud
cast Dime. Bells of three different sizes-also,
Mill Castings OF every variety. We are also
prepared to fit up Machinery in the best and
most durable style, and will give prompt atten-
tion TO all orders in this line.
The public are respectfully invited to give us
call, as we feel satisfied that both our work and
terms will please all who do SO.
]. NJ SNOWDEN,
VIM. B. BLAKE,
Oct 81, 1854 ProprietorS.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
Cooking Stoves.

On hand and just receiving lot of new ~,
terms OF Cooking Stoves, for wood and coal at
BLYMIRES.
In addition to his former stock. the sub,o.;
Der has received splendid assortment of Brsss
Bell Mettle, Iron and English Kettles. which
will please all in want of the article.
variety of other articles useful for house keor
ers. He has also on hand lot of pump chan.
and fixtures, all of which will be sold low for
cash, or on a short credit
GEORGE BIYMIRF.
May 10, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
New Esrug 4 Eook store.

We wish il distinctly understood by this commune
ty and country, that pay particular attention 10
the selection of our Drugs and Medicines purchasing
none but the Uery LeS and purest articles. We have
for sale chear all the approved popular patent medi
cnes Ayer's Cherry PectoraI, Jayne's MediriBes,
Pain Killer, and all the Sarsaparas. Also Lubin's
Extracts for the Handkerchief. fancy soaps, colognes
pommades OK marrow, &c. We also keep constant
ly on hand general assortment of School J. Mtscet
ia,leous Books Blank Books, Cap and Post Paper &C.,
&c, &c. In fact, if you want anything the Drug,
Medicine, Book. Soap Brush line, call at the New
Drug and Book Store and you siaH be accommodated
B. F. HARRY.
jan 10, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
DR.. Fl FL a ND'S
CELEBRATED GERMAN BITTERS,
Prfp0red 6y
DIR. C-M. JACKSON.


No. 100 Arch Sfrcef PiHadeiplia.
Their power overt the above diseases is not ex-
celled, if equalled, By any other preparation in
the United States, as the cures attest, in many
cases after skiluI physicians had failed.
These Bitters are worthy the attention of in
valids Possessing great virtues in the rectifi-
cation of diseases Of the Liver and lesser glands,
exercising the most searching powers in weak
ness and affections OF the digestive organs, they
are, withal, safe, certain and pleasant.
REID .4.ND BE CONTLNUED.
J. D. SPRING, Laceyville, Pa, April 8. 1854,
says; Il can get you some good certificates for
your German Biters in this vicinity if you
wish them. A lady purchasing some of it this
week, says that it is by far the best medicine
she ever knew, having done her and her daugh-
much good, &C."
S. B. Lawson, Benfard's Store, Somerset Co.,
Pa, August 10, 1853, says: Il am much at
tached to your German Btters, having used two
bottles oft, which | procured from S. Kurtz,
your agent al Somerset, and found great relief
from in disease Of the Liver. l find IT has great
effect upon my lungs, strengthening and invg-
Grating them, which, as | am public speaker,
is a great help to me.''
v.
1881, said | have used myself half dozen
bottles of your, German Btters for Liver com
plant and diseases of a nervous character, re-
sulting from the abuse of mercury. | was poi
soned and afflicted with spasms from the use OF
this latter article. The German Btters is the
first article from which obtained any relief.
have also gwen the article to many dySpep-
tics, with the most salutary result. | think as
many more bottles will cure me''
j. c. YoUNG, Esq, Of Dauphin, Pa, writes
May 5, 1851: 81 was afflicted with General
Debility, Intestinal weakness and Costiveness.
for which used many different remedies with
out relief. l at last used your Hoonand's Ger
man Bitters. Itook few bottles according TO
directions, and was completely cured have
not been SO healthy for ten years as have been
since took your Bitters, which is about one
year ago.'
The Btters are ENTIRELY VEGETABLE, al
ways strengthening the system and never pros
trating it.
Sold by dealers in medicine and storekeepers
everywhere. And by
DIR. +. c. Reamer, Bedford, Pa.
Oct. 30, ls54.-ly.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
Valuable PROPERTY FOR SlLE,

The subscriber will sell, at private sale his valua
bic Property, situate in Union Township, Bedford
County, Pa, which he present resides contain
ing 90 acres OF patented land 80 of which are cleared
and under post and rail fence, the balance well tim.
bered with good saw timber. This property is on
the waters OF Bobbs' Creek, miles north OF Ado-
phus Axes Mil, on the public road leading flom
Bedford TO Johnstowu or Jefferson, within y miles
of Jefferson, and 10 miles of Holidaysburg The in
provemeRts Stone Grst Mill, with two run Of
Stones, one pair first rate French Bnrrs, with GOOD
merchant and country Bolts, and complete Smut
Machine. The Machinery is all good and substan-
tia, and is partly new. The water power is sutf-
clent during the entire year, and the custom good
and plenty of il. There is also new Saw Mil on
the premises, which will cut from 500 to 1000 feet
OF Lumber day inch measure, which is ready ssIe
at the Mill. One of the Dwelling Houses is three
story frame, suitable for public House or Store
House, and Is vel. finished. There are three other
dwellings, two frame and one log house, also frame
stable aud Wagon Shed, and other necessary build
ings.
Also, VIII be sod another Tract OF Land contain,
ing 300 acres. about 7j acres OF which cleared,
of which 10 are good meadow With ia, lites for max
ing 20 or 30 more. The balance we'll tmbered and
well watered by the Bobbs' Greek running through
1t. There Is on the premises excellent site cal
culated for either Grist Mill or Saw Mill with head
and fall OF - feet. There variety OF choice ifut
trees on the farm. The buildings are one good Log
house ana stable ana DINER ontbuldlnss. Also, WIZ
be sold, 6lQ acres of good tlmber land convenient 10
the Saw Mill, on which the very best OF saw
logs. The. above land is all patented, aud clear
and indisputable title will be made to the purchaser
or purchasers Those wishing 10 purchase good pro-
perty. viii learn the conditions, (Which will be mod
erate,) by calling with the subscriber, residing on
the first named property.
CASELT0N AXE.
July 81, 1851.
TOOTH ACHE.-PerSons art not general
ly aware that DR.. Kpyser's Tooth Ache Trmr-
dy, prepared by him at 40 Wood Street, PIle
burg, Pa. and for sale at RupP < Oster's in this
place Will stop Immediately an aching oOlN
Whoever tries it will be convinced.
Dec. s, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26

DANIEL B. BORDER respectfully informs
the citizens Of Bedford and vicinity that he has
removed his shop TO the house in the east end
of Bedford, one door west of the residence of
Major Washabangh, where he is prepared TO
manufacture Double and Single barrel R,fes
and Double and Single barrel Shot Guns Of the
best quality.
1TAll repairing Of guns, locks, &C., done
with neatness and despatch.
May 26, 1854.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
Private Sale of Valuable Property.

The subscriber will sell, at private sale, his
valuable property, situate in Boydstown, about
hafa mile west OF the Borough of Bedford, on
the turnpike road, consisting Of two Dwelling
Houses, Blacksmith and Wagon maker Shop,
and all necessary outbuiIdings. There are two
lots and half Of ground attached, on which
are number Of fine fruit trees. This property
is every way desirable, and purchasers would do
well to examine it.
jacob SEA1I Err
Nav 25. 1855.
The Bedford gazette. [volume] (Bedford, Pa.) 1805-current, 1855-10-26
A f HaAlRy Carr Rsag e
FOR S.4LE OR TRADE.

The owner having no use for it, vii! sell, on
fair terms, an excellent Family Carriage, new
ly fitted up, intended for either one or two
horses, and having all the necessary fixtures
An excellent sett of new Brass mounted har-
ness may be had with the carriage, if desired.
1t will be sold on time, for cash, or exchanged
for grain. Enquire at the office of the Bedford
Gazette. July 81, 1855.