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The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1855-07-08

psNCHOFr's NEW BooK-i.itc AIRY and al
~ Miscelanies. volnme.
Travels through the Chinese Empire; Mr. Hue
For sale by TAYLOR n MhURy,
May 10 BOOKSELLERS, 9lh street.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
e. NJ. HUSTON,
VhoIcsaie Deaterin Notions and
Fancy Dry Goods.
81 MAIN SrNE \. ktokrk, Iowa.

~ AlAiN fNfltEt n ht9hA ~ iDN ~
new stock and thu largest and Lest assorted ever
offered in TIE market Our stock purchased direct
from manufacturers and importers and pledge
ourseivc % sell ut prices Tow, for cash good
time buyers os 81 Louis OF any othtr westerl mar
Merchants viii find it to their advantage to call
aud examine goods and prices before buying else
where. We VIII consider it 10 trouble to snow them
through our stock,--ddw
IUSl Reeeived-A large stock of Buck Gloves and
- Mitts, at sep20 HUsTt rs
A 70 STOCK rocker cutlery ~ Irs ON $
A HEAVY stock of Cap, Letter Ladies Bath, Bath
n Post, Fancy and Commercial Note Paper. Plain
and laid Buf White and Fancy Cologed Envelopes, ut
sep20 HlsI0N'S.
4 General assortment Of German silver and dou-
I n bic plated ware, all warranted and al manufac
tuFer + prices, M sep2O HUSTON >.
4 extensive stock of Whips and Las he's ~ man
I ufacturer prices at sep2l ntSIoNN-
fINHE largest and b.st assorted stock Of Embroide-
L ry in the etty at sep2l HtSToN'S.
rI,nE Finest assortment Of Ribbons off red
tbs market. AT sep2l HISToN'S.
ltL0CkS enough 70 supply the market, of every
y variety Of pattern. J rome 5 make, warranted,
aud III manHtacutfers prices. at
scpZl H(sIoN'S
4 LARGE and fine lot Of Kid Gloves II every
\ grade, nj sep2l ntsIoN'S.
GOLD and common Jcwelry, and Gold and silver
" watches. at sep2l HUsIoN's.
LIVERY variety III good comprised in the Notion
- and Fancy e tods line NJ Huston prices that
cannot fail 10 induce purchases and benefit be hay
er. Call at No. "a, aud examine for your selge..
4 FINE Buggy Portable Top for sale, enquire Of
- sep2I q. NJ HUSTON.
No. %, Main street.
Huston will be found the largest 10, Of Irish
I \ Linens, Lacas, Edgings, and every variety of
White goods, at prices that cannot he beat M ong
Western market sep2o
\ endless variety Of silk and Linen Pocket hand
\ kercAiefs and erayats al sep2o HUeI0N's.
rNiiE best assortment Of Lace Wills and Dress
l. Trimmings at sep20 HUSI0N'S
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
EMERSON,S AMRRO

yINIiE subscriber having obtain -
i ed the right Of lee County. 4S42yTZ%$&
is now prepared to take these beau 1xXls.31iY
iful and never changing pictures 16&t
glass plates, ut No. !, Third ST. xxEl$
between Main and johnson. The art has very re
Gently been brought to very gh degree of perfec
ten. by Mr. Outline, the inventor, who has secured
patent for fourteen yeaes, in France, Great Britain
and the United states. These pic ures, beautiful
in tone bold and clear in effect, universally AID
mirea whc rever they are exhibited, and are rapidly
taking the place Of Daguerreotypes, which too often
prove evanescent and changing in their characters.
The Ainhraype is taken upon the best plate glass
an indestruetabe cement ID hen put upon 1t, the
ment soon hardens, and two glasses become Ia effect
one with the picture in the centre, aud may be set
in monuments, sent % otherwise exposed to
the weather any climate and vii resist the action
Of The elements and retain its brillancy for ages
being enduring the glass upon which IL taken
Ihe Ambrotype- are not reversed, but are scen IN
the~natural position Of the sitter. DngnsIreotypes
can b. copied in this permancm style, and enlarged
10 any size. Children be taken in clear ather,
~ two seconds.
~Daguerreo,ype stock and apparatus for sale.
nloy5 EMERSON, Artist.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
y. W. JOHNSTON,

/ TADEREAhE k, tofner u johnson alJfs1A
~ Third street..
Carries Oh the business of Undertaking IN all it's
branches lie has recently made extensive additions
to his stock and perfected his arrangements every
department.
PATENT METALLIC BURIAL CASES,
imparyious to air and ndestructibe, highly
mented and Invaluable for the preservation of the
dead well n collins of every style and finish fur
nirhed TO order.
Hearsc> and carriages furnished, and the entire
ngsments Of the funeral attended to when required
keokuk, April II, 1895. dy
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
shaving a Hair Cutting ExtraOrdi-

CHAMPOONING AGREEABLY PERFORMED
- The favorite Saloon Of George Cahus on Main
Street below Parsons Bank, presents attrac-
tions 10 the citizens of keokuk. Having obtained
assistants in my business superior 10 any before
employed in this city invite the patronage OF the
community as | am satisfied that shave clean
err cut hair more handsomely, and shampoon with
more dexteriy than any barber in the State of Iowa
Competition challenged GEORGE CABIS.
Aupnst o. lS1b.-l yd& w6m
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
wv. MANNERS.

DYER AND SC0U RER On fifth street, one
l. door below Main, where he will renovate and
make appear new, all kinds of Ladies and Gen
tlemens apparel, such Grape, broscha cassi mere
and WOODEN shaws, cashmere silk and lnerino dress
es rugs panoand table covers, window and darhask
curtains, &c.
All Of the above. and every other article Of cloth
ing colored in any Of the fancy or plain coiors.
hope by close attention and d knowledge of my bus
mess. 10 give general satisfaction.
nov 2SddW6m WIN. MANNERS.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01

HAVING opened house in this city for the pur
l. pose OF carrying on the Wholesale Boot and
Shoe business respectfully call the attention Of
which is being received direct from the best
manufactoresin Massachusetts. 1t is intention
10 always keep on hand complete assortment Of
goods In the line, and offer such inducements viii
obtain for liberal share Of patronage.
Couptry merchants viii do we'll to call and exam
inc our stock before they purchase
July I'd CARTER 4 co.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
AIexander,s Peiamicus.

WHAT il more desirable hy the young than the
w luxuriant locks If youth and beantyi bat
il more dreaded nv the middle aged than gray hair!
Who hat il old but would avert haldnessi WINCH
can All lie accomplished hy using Alexander Pc
lamieus universally acknoH edged 10 be the NEST
superior article for Identifying the Hair and which
is equally efcacous in preserving is natural hel h.
For sale at 81 Main Street, by
June 26.-dtf j. ID. MINCHELL d CO.
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Fall Trade.

GATE City Boot and Shoe Store.
No. IL Main Street, between Fourth and Fifth.
fT1HE unders gned would respectfully call 60,
i the attention Of the Ladies and Gentle
men Of kookuk and vicinity, To their fine andy "
well selected stock OF Boots and Shoes. now
opened and for sale at the above esabls hment com
prising all kinds Of Ladies', Gents, Misses Boys
and Children wear Of all styles, grades and sizes.
These goods have been selected with special reference
to neaness of style aud durability and Will b. sold
ut very small advance above Eastern cost as we
determined not To b. understood by any house in
the city. Please give US call. An examination Of
goods and prices is the only favor We ask
Sept. s, 1s55.-d IT. G. HUSBAND & BRO
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NEW RRINCTPLE NO POIsONi
Rhodes' Fever and Ague Cure.

NEW RRINCIPLEl No POISONI
Rhodes Fever and Ague Cure.
nR ANTIDoTE TO MALARIA, for the proven
~ ton and cure Of Fever and Agne or Chill Fever;
Dumb Arue and other Intermittent and ksmittent
Feyers also Of Bilious Fevers, accompanied by
Typhoid symptoms; Typhoid Fever, Ieiiow Fever,
Ship and Jail Fever General Debility Night sweats
and all other forms of disease which nave eonmoh
origin in Malaria or Miasma
This subtle atmos pherie poison, which nj certain
seasons il unnvoidably inhaled at every breath u
the in character wherever y exisrh
east or wes-and will everywhere yield 70 TIM new
y discovered ASTDorE, which neutrolzes the poson,
completely purGes the system and thus entirely re-
moves all the cause OF disease.
The PROPRIETOR distinctly claims these extrhordina-
ry results from its a.
It win protect any resident traveller, even in
the most sekly or swampy localities, from any asue
or bilious disease whatever any injury from CON
stantly inhaling Malaria or Miasma.
1t viii instantly check the ague IN persons who
have suffered for any length Of time, from one day 10
twenty years that they need never have another
chill by continuing It's according 10 directions
II will immediately relieve all the distressing re
sui = of bilious ague diseases, such general de-
bitv ight swcats, etc. The patient at once begins
to recover appetite and strength and continues until
= permanent and radical cure is effected. And as q
proof that il is also worthy Of public confidence, be
cause OF its singular and entire harnlsssness the fol
lowing certificate from of the most celebrated
chemists in the United States Is attached 10 evsry
bottle
Il have mad chemical examination Of Rhodes
Feytr and Ague Cure, or Autdote to Malaria, and
have tested it for Arsenic, Mercury, Qunne, Htryeh
nine Int have not found particle OF either IN IT.
nor have found any substance IN ~ composition tuat
would prove iuiurious to tn constitution
JANIS r. Chiffon. ", D. Chemist
This allows offs free usc ns preventive ~ when
all persons NAV thus be IT entire freedom rom the
above named diseases, no matter no" fehis eh' @'h
som or swampy the locality.
Proofs Of efficacy arr FRI quently published and the
confidence of the public il asked only IN proportion
10 It's actual merits wherever introduced and used.
Th~se only relied upon Ia prove its worth.
One ar two bottles win answer for ordinary
some may require inorr. Directions printed IN tier
man French and Spanish accompany each bottle.
Price One Dollar. Prepared and sold by the pro-
prietor JAMES 4. RHODES. Providence, IL. j.
rss~H. IT, AYREs Agent keokuk, Iowa. and for
cal, ~ Druo,istS generally nov3.daw
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
Tennessee Iron.

w L receiving in addition TO our pres
w ent stock of Iron and Blacksmith Tools. di-
reely from the manufacturers. 80 tons assorted 81
yes Bar Iron, on which will be able To give our
customers the benefit Of the recent decline in the
markets also so slabs assorted sizes Pow Steel To
which lie attention of dealers and backsIniths is
directed. Feeling DESTROYS OF charging this branch
Of our business prepared 10 offer the neces-
Sary Inducements to customers 10 accomplish the
same daw C0NNABLE, SMlTH d co.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01

TTST received an elegant assortment Of fins Goods
- such AS French hna Vases, Parian and Terra
Gotta 6c Pitchers. Lavender and Cologne Bottles
Fruit Stands. Carl Receivers, Cigar Stands, Jewel
Stands, Spoon Goblets Figures, Cullds, Basis, DC.
Also on hand good assortment Of Crockery and
Glassware. CAREY 4 kILB0UKNE.
June Is 1885
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
DAVIES d HART.

WHOLESALE Dealers in Boots and Shoes. No.
w rs, Main Street, kcokuk, Iowa.
Having located in this city would respectfully
inform the merchants of the interior that we have
engaged in the above business, having all the facl-
tiles Tor purchasing stock directly of the manu-
facturers at the lowest figures. II is object and
determination 10 build up large and permanent
trade by keeping on hand large and we'll assor ed
stock making our prices 20 low that none be less.
and terms and discounts as liberal any other
house.
Please call and examine our stock. seplsd
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
Third Street
Wholesale Boot and shoe store.

HAVING now received my Fall and Winter stock
i l. of Boots and Shoes, | am prepared TO Offer SUI
parior Inducements 70 ealcrs My stock being di-
rec from first hands will be sold low if not lit
Tie lower, than any house in the city. | promise to
make 1t to the advantage of those desiring to pnr
chase to call on me before purchasing.
Remember on Third Street. between Main and
johnson, few doors south Of Ayers Drug Store.
Sept. S.--d3mwf W. +. THOMPSON.
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and the whole Of a IN

Lots 81 and 1913 in Nashville, and the + of y
W I of N T. 26--65--5 tlo aeres) in dispute.
For the whole Of which will take ftc1'yitro
thousand dollars one-third in hand, and the balance
in one two, three, and four annual payments, with
interest ar 10 per from dare, to be paid annn
ally and secured by deed of trust until MI is paid.
Any person wishing for particular Information as
10 locat hon quality of the lands, may apply 10 H.
I Reid Esq, or his Honor the Mayor Of the city of
Keakuk NA. GIIL1SS.
I,t,.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
RLACkSMITHING.

yIyILLIAM GRAHAM, on Third, between J ohm
w son and Exchange Streets, at the Brick shop.
would inform the pubic that be Is prepared do
all kinds Of BlAcKsxiTHisG in neat durable, and
cheap manner
HORSE SH0EING.
Bring on your lame horses and have them shed
right. From Atr long and constant practice in this
branch of the business be fatters himself that he
cannot be excellcd by any one in the country. lie
particularly solicits patronage in his line.
He also offers his services as Farrer in all its
branches.
Ma %, 1855. ddwly
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01

e
FouR HouRs
YlNHIs Novel and extraordinary remedy is upheld
L by the testimony of of the best names in
Tennessee Mississippi and Arkansas. The proprie-
tor and inventor has among thousands of Others
tifcaes from the following distinguished gentlemen
Of Memphis, Tenn, the home of the proprietor
Rev. L. l.. Grace. Col. Smith =. Bankhead--editor
Memphis Wing, VIM. I. 1aneey-editoro Of the Mem
phis News, neefe, NJ. H.. y. A. Carr. NJ d.. r. H.
Crockett, lawyer, grandson Of Davy Crockett, Thoz =
Land, N. b.
This wonderful Plaster does net pain, blister or cr-
coriate Wherever 1t has been introduced il has "a
perceded all other patent sicines for ehills and
dT1reH q'ssnfne oH Of The MARKET
Unlike Quinine, A.ecnic and other deleterioux
drugs, this medicine makes aqnick radical and per-
feet cure and Is NOT followed by train Of maiades
worse than the removed II Il perfectly harrnls rs
and can be used with perfect safety by all sexes and
nges.
The proprietor In Introducing the r. M. p. in tRis
community leaves il TO make its local reputation here
by ~ own merits and superior claims the public
Address G. M. Denie, Proprietor, Memphis, Tenn.
PHfcE, ST. A liberal discount made to the trade
Sent by mail. to NIL parts Of the country.
Sole wholesale and retail agent for keokuk
III. ii. AYRES.
Corner Sd and Main street. oct24dw
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01
kEokUk FEMALE SEMINARY.

vNhE Winter Term for 1880 Will commence on
l. Monday, Nov. 18th. II Advanced Departing mt
continues under the charge Of Mis- Mary ;. Haft,
he Primary If Miss Julia Benedict and the Depart
mcnt Of Music and French Of Mrs. Williams.
Tuition fees as formerly.
Primary Department, 90
Advanced, q 90
Fuel, Ink Care Of Rooms, Re, 30
Lessons on Piano Forte, 10 90
Guitar 90
French and Latin Languages. 60
WIN. II WILLIAMS, Principal.
keokuk Nov. 18th, 1870
LNOR Sale advantageous and easy terms, four
Il teen desirable lots in this city, also ten lots adj
joining the city. Apply to the above.
noyl td4wIGtw
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ing constantly on hand a well Sc
ected assortment of all kinds Of Furniture. cmbra-
cling Marble Top Dressing, and plain Bureaus fine
and plain Sofas hnc and plain Center and Gard
Tables Cane seat and Windsor Chairs, Rocking
Chairs OF every description from plain wooden
seat t. the finest hair cloth stuffed seat, plain aud
fancy turned Cottage Bedsteads ri the latest styles
Lounges, dc.
Looking Glasses of all Sizes Clocks, Carpetings
floor and door mattings, floor and table OF cloths
mat rasses, feather busters, carriage trimming
window shades and trimmings, and every other arti-
Gle usually kept IN my line OF business
Part of my stock made under my own super
vision. and the bought from manufactures Of
high standing, so that i warrant every article
for durability and finish Of workmanship.
My object il 10 establish d permanent business
here, and not on the Peter Funk principle; and as
indueement TO parsons 10 purchase OF me, am
resolved to sell ut the lowest st. Louis prices.
Call and examine my stock before purchasing
elsewhere. viii always take RI aasure IN showing
furniture 10 Ladies and Gentlemen who call on me-
whether they feel inclined to buy not.
Nav 81, Is54.-dGwtf q. W. SANDERS.
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CAVE a. SONS
New Publication List

AIRS Ann s. stevens new Book, 80 nc Old Home
Nj stead"
.Almack s - a Tale of Englsh Society really
dslighffal work and that will arouse the curl
ity "a eyerv one that moves in the world Of fashion
in this country. .
ollie; or the Human Comedy By John rs
ten Cooke. With illustrations.
Revnoids' great Story Of the War, "omar Pacha,
or Tine Vizieg = Daagbte.
Iaslie's .s,sssette Of Fashion" the Beau Monde
for NnYam Der. now
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1855-12-01

j.. III. H0IGHTON, Attorney and Counsellor
IL. at Law, Notary Public, Land and general col
leeting Agent. Office in the Real Estate Agency end
wholesale Auction House of Smith Van Sckien,
on Sd street between Main and Johnson Keokuk,
Iowa. Lots Of Lots and Farms for sale, reasona
HE terms (oct. cd
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Gillmore's Turkish Liniment.

FTNHI- r The best LIN ment hief hns vel been CT
i fered to the public. II i All excellent remedy
for Neuralgia, Erysipelas, rheumatism. wounds,
cuts ulcers burns scad bruises spreius salt rheum,
throat head ache tooth ache Pains IN the limbs
chest back stomach bowels. Also for founder,
ginniers bi head, sweeney pint sprains poll evil
stiff complaint yellow water, distenper, ring bone.
hstua collie, bolts and harness gals, sc. The words
Glimores Turkish I.iuimeni arc blown IN the glass
also fac simiie If my written signature aoe~mpa
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THE LOVERS SOLILOQUY.
Ito search the Indies way FOR pearls,
Ia deck your high born maiden;
OR dig Golconda's diamond sands,
With priceless treasure laden.
40 gather Myrrh and Frankinccnse
And sweet Arabian spices,
And clnster round your heart q delight
Love 5 widest Of devices
I'll give to her whom adore,
BY far an OF ring richer
NY face, all dressed in lovers smiles,
liz BULLS fair Skylight Picture.
BuEfL's Gallery, 81 Main Street.
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VI. w. Hicks. NJ. d..
< r. r q r. T. n TIE n TT ~

> X q r { n II + 7 = i
City Of heckuk, lowa,--0fice on Main si between
Second and Third streets
nR. H., in addition to The usesal . s
possession If the excfusiv, right "IYYYyV
for this city OF mounting the eeontinn~
Gus gum teeth, 70 universally adm red for their
beauty, strength and Gle ssliness AT teran expert
nf two years III this style Of work, he would
hestatlngy reeomm ~ IL to thu public possessing
many nnd great advantage any other style of
work known the profession. Those interested are
respectfully invited 70 call and exam az specimens of
the dill rent methods Of mounting teet h.
April i6.js55--dAwly
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ODELL 4 MATLESS.
MANUFACTURERS AND DEALERS IN
Boots and = IN o G 5,

2
DY constant arrivals our stock Of Eastern Work
ID will soon be the finest and largest ever offered
in keoknk. They are selected with special reference
To the wants of the retail trade and will comprise
every variety imaginable. The prices will be such
IA will convince every that We have fully adopt
ed the motto of Quick Sales and Small Profts."
N b. The summer Goods now on hand will be
closed out AT COST.
Boot and Shoe MANY factory.
To the Ladies we would say. call in and
elegant styles Of Booees, Buskns, and Slips, of the
finest materials. manufactured al our establish
ment which in point of quality and durability we
will warrant 10 be equal to any in the west
Gentlemen will find 1t to their interest TO call and
examine stock of custom made work, OF which
an ample quantity will always be kept on hand, and
as we only the best materials, and employ none
hut the best workmen, they may rest assured Of .
good article guaranteed to fit in all cases
n. b. All articles Of onr manufacture war
ranted
Sign of the Mammoth Shoe corner building, Main
and Third Streets.
August 81 lS55.--d1w
Excelsior boot a. Shoe Mandatory.
the LATEST FRENCH AND AMERICAS FASHIONS.
j. II. HARRIS CO.,
HAVING Just opened shop, in their old -sA~
/ L business on Third street between Main
and Johnson keokuk, Iowa respectfully
announce that they prepared to manu-
facture the neatest and most fashionable Boots and
Shoes that can be got up.
Determined not TO he excelled by any manufnc-
turers in the West they solicit share Of public pa
/ ronage.
As We purchase direct from the importers, sur
stock is always Of the latest fashion and best quail
ty, and NJ the lowest figures.
As we keep no Eastern Or slop work on hand. we
warrant all onr ready made Boots and Shoes Of the
same character those made to order
Call and leave your orders for good ct. War
ranted 10 suit In every particular
GA Repairing in the noatesl and most substan-
tia done short notice.
j. T. HARRIS i co.
Luly IL 49, "
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4 SHELDON IL now rsclviug another arge
"A. socb q Has. Caps and fIrs- CLOVIS, Miis,
an4 Geufs' fn, nlsuing GOODS. "a the ates winter
So I3r So, al 81 which wiil b. sold nj u small
advance from Eastern prices Nov is The time for
soa ~ secaro one 81 those FIN sef, French fes hats
-, much worn IN the east and west Call and buy
yanrs ] a nice, fashionable hat.
D,n't forget tn p.aee. A G. SHELDON,
v9 Main ST., Corner Third.