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VALUABLE
MiEG Property iOr sale!

The subscribor, about to remove to California,
o!Frrs at Prisat" Sale, his valuable Mill Proper
~, situate about 3 miles East Of Bedford, on the
Jnniatta River, IN Colerain township, at the
lower end Of Friends Cove
The Mill Is four stories high, frame, with three
run of stones, two pair OF which are Burrs, hav-
ing all the machinery necessary to manufacture
merchant and country work lH the best manner.
1t has one of the best water powers in the Uni
ted States, which may be known from The fact
that during the last dry season it had abundance
of water, when nearly every other mill in the.
neighborhood was stopped.
There are between 10 and II acres of land
adjoining, six acres under post fence, about of
which is mpadow, on which is erected a good
two story log house, weathrr-boarded and pas-
tered, good water at the door, with all ntces-
sary out buildings also fine orchard Of choice
fruit, peaches and apples.
Being determined to sell purchasers will do
we'll to examine this property soon.
UE-TERMS will be madr 10 suit The pur-
chaser: by giving approved Bonds.
HIRAM F. ROHM.
June l. 1850
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Notice i'm Partition.

Whereas, James Barefoot, late Of St. Clair
Township, Bedford county, died seized of the
following Real Estate, viz:
A Tract of Land containing two hundred and
twenty acres or therpabous, situate in St. Clair
Township, adjoining lands OF George Renninger,
William Renninger, John Nunemaker, Peter
Renninger, and Others.
Leaving a widow, Mary, and issue twelve
children, viz:
Rebecca, inteymarred with John Moore, re-
siding in Bedford county, Elizabeth, inter-
married with Solomon Hammers, residing ii
Somerset county; Sarah, intermarrIed with Fre-
derrick Renninger, residing in Somerset county;
William Barefoot, residing in Bedford county;
Isabella, intprmarried with James Taylor, resi-
ding in Bedford county: James Barefoot, resid-
ing in Bedford county, Mary, inermarried with
Alexander Stanton, residing in Somerset coun-
"; Margaret, ntermarried with John P. Bow
ers, residing in Bedford county; Samuel Bare
foot, residing in Bedford county, job Barefoot,
residing in Blair county, Charlotte Barefoot,
residing in Bedford county, and George Bare-
foot, residing in Bedford county.
Notice is, therefore, hereby given, that, in
pursuance of a Writ of Partition or Valuation
10 me directed, will hold an Inqulsition or va
Iuation on the premises, on FRIDAY, the 29th
day of JUNE, inst. when an where all interest
ed may attend If they see proper.
HUGH MOORE,
Sheriff.
limo 1874
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,,.,. has sustained considerable damage,
The o'fr n,s Of three of his fingers having been
l's Pp,n,alIv struck off by the sword Of one OF
lc''psm sr,nanons he IS doing we'll, and IS being
BIZ Is cllr attended to. The animals were brought
e't, .ts camp and skinned this morning.. Capt.
,Tay,Ir. ,l-s with generosity corresponding with
n!r Ivory. has ordered the sum OF 100 rupees
h'' o'd5 dd;stributed among the brave fellows who
to pmnaoied :, bum in his expedition. Bon,bay
rslegraph.
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Notice in Partition.

WHEREAS Ohio Wilson, late of Southam-
ton township, Bedford County, died seized Of
the following estate
A tract of land, Situate in Southampton
township, containing one hundred and sixty
acres, adjoining lands of Solomon Ricps' hers,
and David Rice on the East, Jacob Clitz on the
West
Leaving widow, Henrietta, who resides in
Bedford County, Pennsylvania; and issue ten
children, to wit; Stephen, residing in Bedford
County, Peuna; Alfred, residing in Allegheny
County, Mary land: Hugh, residing in Bedford
County, Pa, Susannah Rice, wife of Solomon
Rice, deceased, who is now dead. leaving issue
seven children, viz: David, residing in Al
legheny County, Maryland; Alfred, residing
in Bedford County, Pa, Jane, residing in Bed
ford County, Penna. Charlotte, residing in Al
lPgheny County, Md, Jonathan, residing in
Bedford County, Penna.. Francis, residing
in Bedford County, Pa, and Emira, residing in
Allegheny county, Maryland; Jackson residing
in Allegheny county, Maryland; Martha, in
termarrled with Hiram Wolford, residing in
Allegheny county, Mary lnnd; Jonathan, Fesio-
ing in All~gany county, Maryland Sarah, in
trrmarried with Henry Mills, residing in Alle-
ghpny county, Maryland Otho, residing in To-
wa, and Jpfnina Wilson, residing in Bedford
county.
Notice is, therefore. hereby given, that, ia
pursuance Of Writ of Partition or Valuation 10
me directed, / will proceed TO hold an Inqnsi-
iion or Valuation on the premises, on TUES
DAY the 26th day OF JUNE inst, when and
where all interested can attend if they see pro-
per.
HUGH MOORE,
Sheriff
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rerrihle unrricane in Texas.

-.snopdent of the .NeW Orleans Plea
u 1T. ..;,;ng from Yorktown, Texas, says -
glaf, 7,h instant we were visited by most
0n ~. ~ bnrrieane. The day had been exceed
i''I''' ,,.or,n and sultry. Between four and five
laSE NJ. a dense cloud rose in the south
-, ,a.comoanied with vivid flashes OF light
Hss Ind heavy peals Of thunder, giving evident
o.'s If an approaching storm. Dense black
>E'' - loaned up like the smoke OF furnace.
na''' v, ,lo,9 soon separated into two parts-one
lu bs,rior steadily upon MS, and the other
fa,, sor;or rouad to northeast, again tackled, and
.,,,o opyning at right angles with each other,
t,,st forth in the wlldest iufy'
1',Dt ~. r,;n fill 10 torrents 50 dense that we
,noble 10 see but few PAGES, and SO vio-
"',' - the find that our houses failed TO pro-
5'.. rom the rain, which was forced through
..,y crevicp, until the inmates OF every house
5,' ,. rerfpctly drenchpd. Then came the hail
,,,b snch a horrid din that We could hardly
n. wells Of women and children, who the
..L;s we're screaming at the top OF their voices.
~, sform continued some twenty or thtty
an,ss carriage which was left standing
,bs Strsets was capsized and broken TO pieces,
..b;oy tbp horse under it, and the poor animal
,a,s wrII nigh drowned before he could be re-
G'r,d. Onr dwelling as lifted from IFS blocks
a.3 mn, down without being injured, and sta
II. bIown over. Trees We're twisted of and
,,,oun by the roots, fences scattered in every
5,acton, and gardens and corn fields were ruin
ed by the hail.
Goe mile north of us two houses were de-
o,Isbed. and two miles north one large frame
r,n,p was lifted from the blocks and carried
s,r,a fifteen or twenty leri, the piazza torn off
ana the doors bursted out. Ia all these build
;oss there we're large families residing, bat the
men being from home, the females, with their
children. had taken refuge in the kitchen, so
that no prison waSiniured 50 far as heard from.
The stage from Victoria, when near this place,
was cap<ized and broken, and the leaders s'ampe-
d-J. The news reached US just after the San
Antonio stage arrived, which was Immediately
driven down aud brought up The passengers and
mail all safe, bat severely drenchrd. We can
mt no estimate upon the damage done the corn
crop, which is beaten into the ground by the
bail.
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News for the PeOpEes
NEW GOODS AT CHEAP CORNER. NO, l.


feilow-Caisens We take this opportunity
OF returning you our most sincere thanks for the
liberal patronage you have so kindly bestowed
on Us. We would also inform you that we
have just returned from the Eastern Cities, with
large and well selected assortment Of Goods.
such as Cloths, Cassimeres, and Satinets Peter
Shams, for over coats, Jeans, Ladies' fine dress
goods, such as Silks, Alpacas, Coburg Cloths,
Bombazlnes, Merinoes, and large assortment
Of Bay State Shawls, Hosiery, for ladies, Com
forts, Grapes, Collars, &c, &c--Mens,' Wo-
mems, Boys and Childrens' Shoes and Boots,
and general assortment Of Groceries. Crush
ed aud pnlverized Sugars, best Rio Coffee, Teas
of all kinds, n. O. Molasses, Golden Syrup,
Mackerel,, Salt by the sack, Bakers Chocolate,
Broma Cocoa. and general assortment OF Goods
usually kept in country Store.
u A i kinds Of Produce taken in exchange
for goods at market prices.
SAMSON & GEPHART.
Oct. l3, 1891.
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.Das. RG. EgaREaEaa

Would announce TO his friends and the pub
lie that be- has purchased the entire Store Of the
late James NJ Gibson, and intends to continue
business at the old stand. He has on hand an
assortment of Dry Goods, Groceries, Teas, Sc
garS, Jewrlry, &c. SC. together with Conlec-
iionaries Of every description. In short time
hp will rpplenish his stock, SO as 10 make il an
inducpment to purchasers to give him call
He has on hand good supply OF FLOUR, and
will make every effort to accommodate the peo-
pie in this line Of his business, either wholesale
or retail. He will also keep Bacon, Fish,
Salt, MolaSses, Boots Shoes, Hats, Brooms.
Brushes, Patent medicines, Drugs, Dye-siuIs,
and every article usually kept in retail store.
UE-PAPER HANGING aud GPHOLSTER-
ING viii be- attended 10 as usual with prompt
ness and despatch-anA he would take this oc-
casion TO say that be has now on hand, and viii
furnish 10 order, on the most favorable terms,
every descriptions OF WALL PAPER aud BCR-
DERING.
By unfemitting attention TO business, and a
diSpo>itio+f-to to please, be hopes 10 merit and re-
ceIvp liberal encouragement.
Braford April 6, 1858.
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Reeve he KNIGHT
(lSaceessor 10 Hartley 4 Kaigdt0

ISNceess0r % Hardy q Aaigdf)
BEDDING AND CARPET WAREHOUSE,
No. l4S South Second Street,
Fire doors abore Spruce Street, PHILADELPHIA,
Where be keeps constantly on hand full assortment
OF every article in his line of business. FEATHERS,
FEATflER-BEDS, Patent Spring Mattresses, Curled
Hair, Moss, Corn Husk aud Straw Mattresses. Velvet
Tapestry, Tapestry Brussels, Three-Ply, Ingram,
Venetian. List, Rag and Hemp Carpetings, Oil Cloths,
and Stair Drugsets. Hrarth Rugs, Door Mats, Table
and Piano Covers, to which he invites the attention
OF purchasers.
Oct 49, IS5I-lv
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FarAL AccIpENT.-A most frishtfu accident oc-
cured on Wednesday morning, at baru-Ta'sing OF
rae farm Of Mr.. Christian Caulley in Manor Town
shin about four mles from Lancaster. While IN the
ac, Of raising heavy tiuher, part OF thar which
rad previously been put up gave way aud fell on the
men below killing one man Instantly, and rnjnring
fifteen others, breaking their arms and legs, and
otherwise mangling them drradfully. Several at
rasm are not expected to recover-CoiohaJia (Pa.)
Sgy.
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@. MEYER

Respectfully informs his friends and the public ee-
reralIy that he has constantly hand Panoes equal
those for which be received the Prize Medal, IN
London, in 1851. All orders promptly attended to,
and great taken in selecting aud packing the
same.
He has received during the last IS years Me-
dals from franklin Institute than amy other maker;
also FIRST Premium at Boston, aud premium at New
York and Baltimore.
Warereem No. 50 Soufh FOURTH street, below
Chestnut street. Philadelphia.
Alarch 9. lSl5-:}m.
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Ladies Dress Goods,

such as Silks, SatinS, Deanes, BombazineS,
Spring Shawls, novelties in Lawns, British
Prints, PLAID Ginghams, UndersIeeves, from
l24 cents up, Hosiery in every variety, Shoes,
Boots and Slippers, for Ladies and Children
III fact almost every article adapted TO Ladies
wardrobe, which it would require too much
space to enumprate in detail His stock of
FLATS and BONNETS for Ladies, Misses, and
Chlldren, is large, rich and CHEAP.
His Groceries, Teas, Spices, Syrup, sc. sc.
are all of the very best quality.
g5-H He viii consider il no trouble TO shew
his Gpofyyand BE hopes the. LADIES especial
lv wall call and examine his assortment wheth-
er thrykpurchasr or not. Always remember,
howtFrT that ELI FISHERS is the place fof
BAHGAINS!! April 6, 1883.
CERPErINGS- Ingram, Wool. Fig, Rag
and 4Yting Carpets, and Maltings air tor sale by
RCPP * OSTER.
Boots AND Shoes Mems, Womens',
BOYS, Misses and Chldrpns' Boots and Shoes,
CASTERS and Ties-in great variety for sale at
CHEAP SIDE.
BQNNETS.-Begrade, French lace, Hon
garian, ,Albini, ManniIla, White, Tripler and
RutIanai5raid Bonnets-for sale cheap, at
RUPP x CoTER'S.
FIkIS S, BLOOMERS-Mi Misses Ruthand
FlatARd Boomers, trimed and untrimed, Tor
sale at CHEAP SIDE.
GROCERIES.-Go Rio Coffee at l24 CTS.
prime do 10 cents Golden Syrup and prime
n o. Molasses for Saleby
RUPP 6. OSTER.
SUGARS.-Granuatp and Crushed Sugars.
White clarified do o cts Nice New Orleans
at and s cts. ior sale by RUPP 4 OSTER.
April I3, 1888.
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April 90, 1855.
ES e fOE'Gl Acsa Il G Eaa V
AND
FEMALE SEMINAL RY.
w, w. CAMPBELL, PRINCIPAL

This Institution, hitherto under the of Rev.
John Lyon, will henceorth be conducted by the pre-
sent Principal. The PasT history of the Academy
will, trust be sufficient guaranty OF It's iuture
efficiency. The branches taught Will be the same as
heretofore. To MASTER PRINCIPLES will be consid-
cred the most important pursuit OF the pupils; and
while IL will be the constant business Of the lusruc
tor 10 mpart knowledge, 1t Will also be his aim 10
lead his pupils to make a practical application of
their acquisitions. To load the mind with innuyner-
able formulas, without causing it to them, would
be like placing bow IN a child's hand, without
teaching him how to bend il. In fine, II Shall be
object, as it has ever been, to lead the pupil 10
THINK.
We look forward confidently 10 the patronage of
this community which has thus far been gener-
ously extended, and by untlmmished asslduIty,
we hone 10 merit Nomr support.
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Ladies' Dress Goods.
Rlrs. =. EE. POTTS

Would respectfully announce the Ladies OF
Bedford and vicinity, that she has just opened
large aud elegant assortment Of all the new
styles of
Dresses and MantillaS,
Super black and Fancy Silks,
OIgandies and Lawns,
Berages and Tissues,
Persian and Muslin De LANES,
French Chinizes aud Ginghams,
Plain and embd Swiss Muslins,
Frlnges, Gimps, and Laces,
Buttons, Braids and Cords,
A rich assortment of Ribbons,
Collars, Sleeves, aud Chemizetts,
Edgings and Insrrtings,
A full supply Of Mourning Goods,
Best Kid Gloves Of all coInrs,
together with an extensive and beautiful asSort-
ment Of STRAW and SILK BONNETS, trim'd
and untrimmed.
The special attention Of the Ladies is solicit
ed to the very large assortment just received,
and offered at low prices for quality.
Bedford, May II, 1859
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Notice to Collectors.

COLLECTORS OF Taxes in possession of the
Duplicates OF the Poor and House of Employ
ment are notified that, unless they make mme-
date payment, suits will be instituted against
them without respect 10 persons. This notice
is in earnest, and all who nrgrct it, viii subject
themselves 10 COSTS. BY order of the Direc-
tors. JOHN II. RUSH,
Treasurer
May IS. 1855.
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NEW STORE
And New Goods.
GREAT BARGAINS, AND No MISTAKE
ELI FISHER

Would respectfully avail himself Of this me-
thod of informing he citizens of Bedford and
vicinity that he haSopened an entirely New
Dry Goods, Grocery, and Faacy Store,
in the Borough of Bedford, in the room for
merly occupied by DR.. Hodus, and second door
west of DR.. Harry's Drug aud Book Store,
where he has Just received from the cities Of
New York and Philadelphia
one of the most elegant assortments OF Goods e.
yer brought 10 Bedford, which, having been pur-
chased for cash. under the most favorable cir
cunstances, he feels warranted in saying that lie
can sell them at prices 50 low as TO astoa'h the
purchaser, and all in want OF good Goods, at
the shortest possible profit, are invited to give
hun call. His stock embraces every variety
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Fl. NICODEMUS,
5eriuener anO lustite of tbr 1lfafe,
BEDFORD. PA.

Has removed his office to Juliana street,
nearly opposite The Drug and Book store Of DR..
F. c. Kramer, where he will faithfully attend
to all business connected with the duties OF his
office.
He will continue TO repair clocks and watch
es, as usual, and respectfully invites those in
need Of his services IN this liEe to give him
call.
April .13, 1853.
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NOTICE TO COLLECTORS

The State Treasurer having made peremp-
tory call on the Treasurer Of this County, Tor
all State taxes up to and including those OF 80,
Collectors are, therefore, hereby required to
collect and pay over, irifhout delay, The amount
of State faxes vet due on their respective tupli-
Gates. By ordrr of the Commissioners
JOHN MOWER,
June |, 1888. Attorney.
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HertYate SaEes

One four-horse Broad Wheel wagon and wa
gon bed, three two-horsr pow double trees and
single trees, one large work horse good plow
leader, cheap one two-horSe market wagon with
springs and covered bed, one Hydrolic Ram to
force water from creeks and springs on hills, one
four-horSe power and thTeShng machine and
shaker, one Iron seed-roiler, and sred-driIl, all
VIII be sold low by
CHARLES COLFELT.
Nav 4, 1855
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NOTICE!

ALL persons knowing themselves to be in
debted to the subscriber, either by note or
book account, will please make payment. My
Bills are in the hands of Henry NicodemuS,
ESQ.,, where those indebted will please call,
and thus save costs.
"A. WEISEL.
June ], 1855.
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April 6, 1855.

NOTICE:-Notce is hereby given that Let
tiers Of administration have been granted to the
su5sc Fiber on the Estate of Jacob Diehl, late of
East Providence township, Bedford county, de-
crased-all persons having claims will present
them properly authenticated for settlement, and
those indebted will make immediate payment.
SAMUEL II. TATE,
administrator.
MAY IL 1850
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EI0O PIECES WALL PAPER,

From l2a cents to 81 25 per piece, just receiv-
ed and for at the variety Store of
JAMES K. HALLAM.
Bedford, April 81, 1888.
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kEAGY'S FOUNDasY!

Inc subscribers respectfully beg leave to in
i5rm the people Of Middle Woodberry Town
Nl'P' and the country at large, that they are now
Prepared ai their establishment, one mile south
W "oodberry. Bedford County, 10 furnish four
y, morse Threshing Machines, Pierponts' Patent
r'aker, Cider Mills, Poughs ofevpry deScrip-
,on' keagy's Cooking Stoves, two different pat
1t"S' vi and two different patterns of Coal Stoves
"Osh Castings, Wagon Boxes OF all sizes, and
Sssl Sa Dinner Bells Of three different sizes-also,
-"i castings OF every variety. We are also
prepared to fit up Machinery in the best and
ooSt durable style, and will give prompt atten-
lion TO all orders in this line.
Inc public are respectfully invited to give US
d caii' as We feel satisfied that both our ork and
terms Will please all who do so.
J. NJ. SNOWDEN,
VIM. Y. BLAKE,
oI'' -, lS3A Proprfd0rS.
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NOTICE.

ALL persons indebted to the estate of John
Blair, Sr., late of Cumberland Valley Township,
Bedford County, deceased, are requested to make
immediate Paymtn;-aud those having claims
against said estate will present them properly
authenticated for settlement.
JOHN BLAIR,
.4dminiSfrdtor.
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Notice !!
June !, 1853.

Those who borrowed grain and flour OF me,
are notified that / shall want it by the first day
of August next. and sooner, If convenient. 1t
can be leit at the mill OF David Patterson, Esq.
A. WEISEL.
June j., 1855.
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MARRIED:

On Thursday evening 3lst nit. by the Rev.
". Bradshaw Bachtell Mr.. JAMES w. NJ
ELHENY to Miss MARY L, MESSERSMITH
all Of Bloody Run, Bedford Co., Pa.
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Nav IS, 1885.

The undersigned will continue the Commis-
sion Business at the above place; aud having
provided himself with suitable conveniencrs for
the storage ct Pig Metal, Blooms, Produce, &C.
is now prepared TO receive consgnmenis.
By long experience ia the business, and by
constant attention, he hopes TO merit generous
share trade, which he respectfully soliciis
HENRY S. KING.
April 81. 1885.
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CHEAP SIDE!
A large and handsome assortment of new Sty
SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS,

A large and handsome assortment OF new Style
SPRING AND SUMMER GOODS,
Comprising great variety OF Ladies
DRESS GOODS,
Ofthe latest and most fashionable styles, to-
gether with every other article adapted to the
every day wants Of the people, all OF which
they prepared 10 sell
CHEAP FOR CASH
and approved produce, orupon a short credit to
good and punctual customers
OUR MOTTO,
ssShort profits, many sales and quick returns"
will still continue the ruling feature.
Come, then, and etbe bargains, and buy on
" when satisfied that it's your interest to co SO.
We will take pleasure IN showing our goods,
whether you wish to purchase or not.
05 All kinds of produce taken IN exchange
for goods un
April 6, 1883.
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ssPeEH.y9s ESErsEe71

containing 90 ACRES more or less, covered with
hne growth OF White Pine and other Timber, from
which Lumber OF excellent quality can be manufac
tured The soil well adpated for pasiurage or
farming purposes. The situation is only 4 short DIS
tauce south west Of Frosiburg.