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The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
NAUMAN d STRAUSS,
DEALERS n
Fine Watches. Jewelry, Books, Stationery

AND FANNY ARTICLES,
HAVE received from New York, new aud
ii complete assortment Of Goods, 10 which
they invite the attention Of the people Of Gin
ton and vicinity, and the ladies especially.
WATCHES. JEwELRY, &c. comprising T. I.
Cooper, Tobias, and real Joseph johnson
movements Swiss and English Levers, to-
gethcr with splendid stock Of Eastern
JEwrtRY, of the latest style and best finish,
SILVER 4 PLATED WAnE, all descriptions.
TOILET ARTICLES Fcrlnmcry Hair Oil, Pb.
maum, Fancy Soap and Extracts direct from
lariSonS mandatory
WORK BOXES, Port MonnaicS, Fine Pocket.
Books.
CARD CASES; silver, pearl, and shell.
RWoRs KNIVES Rogers best brand.
Books, consisting Of standard and miscella-
ncous works.
School Books recommended for their high
and Instructive character
PoEMs, Of American and British authors.
NOVELS. latest aud best published with Il
great variety Of other interesting reading.
MrsIe; fine lot of sheet music. embracing
pieces from the most gifted composers
We have suitable arrangements TO procure
books, so that orders left with us will be
promptly filled.
IsT"Watchcs and Jewtlry carefully repair
cd by the best Of workmcn and walrnatcd
We solicit share Of the public patronage
feeling convinced we shall be abc TO give Ell
tire satisfaction
All articles sold, warranted as repre-.
Scnted, or the money refunded
By Sign Of the BIG y Arch, cast Of the
Public Square, opposite the Post Office.
! ie KAUFMAN Il STRAUSS
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
FAMILY GROCERIES, &c.
A, SCHLANKER'S
AND FAMILY

NJ
CONFECTIONERY AND FAMILY
GROCERY,
II III IL subscriber still continues the ABOVE Du-
! sness at the old stand on Commercial Row.
Thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore
received from the citizens Of Clinton, and the
public generally, he will spare no efforts to de-
serve continuance OF the same.
He has lately made large additions to his
former extensive stock which enables him to
furnish every thing in his line of the best qua
lity. and on the most reasonable terms.
Particular attention will be paid to the fur
jpishiur Balls. Dinners. Weddings, &c., with
cakes. candies. swcclmea,s fruits, wines, cor
Iunls, and such other articlca rs may be want
ed itf such occasions.
Among vthcr articles now in store, he has
the following
Candies; assorted
Rock candy,
Cakes and pastry, assorted,
Cpnfcconaries,
Preserves,
Raisns best brand,
Cinnamon and spices.
lmonds and Pecans,
Cloves nuimegs aitl curiantS,
! Coriials assorted. superior and common,
Strawberry, raspberry, brgeat ccrdialS,
JellieS currant, ounce orange, guava,
Sugar cured hams ol the best rnality,
Mess beef, by Darrell or retail
Cheese Swiss German, and western,
Coffee, tea chocolate butter
Mackcrcl, salmon dried apples
Pickles, ketchups,
Soap, candles, star and spcrmacttij
Wines Port, Madeira, Clarct, Champagne,
MuScat,
Brandy, superior and common;
Whisky Gin, Rum,
Porter London and American,
Ale; Scotch and American,
Sweet Oils, Sauces prepared Mustard.
In short, every article in the line Of confcc
tcnary and family groceries
BREAD. BREAD..
Fresh Bread will be furnished every morn
ing delivered at the residences of those who
may desire il All orders left at the Store,
will be runctUally attended To.
may A. SCllLANk ER.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
For the Spring and Summer
NEM GOODS.

FOR Tie sprlA6 ana rulnIer'
NEW GOODS.
: OW receiving and opening, splendid sup
ply Of new goods for the
SPRING AND SUMMER,
At the old established house Of LEVI BLOOM,
X Co., which will be disposed Of Oh the most
reasonable terms.
Six Tissue,
Barcges, Powered and plain,
Plain iacconet' organdie, and dotted muslin
Printed ribbed muslin,
Plaid and check ginghams,
Edeing and thread lace,
Ladies collars, chemisettes and undorslec
Handkcrchiefs, plain and embroidered
Silk do
Gents erayatS, ell kiuds,
Bonnet, cap, and belt Ribbons,
Trimmings for ladies dresses,
Irish Linens; brown plaid, and check do.
French and Attakapas cottonades,
Brown and bleached domestics,
Fancy articles, &c.
Spices, Snutfs
All kinds of fancy Linens for pants,
Perfumery, a large and superior asSort ment
CLOTHING, BOOTS AND SHOES,
A large and superior stock Of fashionable
Clothing, and Hats, direct from New York
Gents boots, brOgans, and shoes,
Ladies CATERS and bootees,
Chldren's shoes,
The trading community are respectfully in
vited to give them call
ala LEVI, BLOOM, Co.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
MISCELL ANGUS.
DENTISTRY.

DENTISTRY.
THE undersigned o graduate of the 1ER
l Baltimore college OF Dental surge. IYfVSGSA
re-. aud with several years practical eI-
perence in HE profession feels warranted IN onef-
ing his services 10 all persons DESTROYS of procuring
eklfull and scientific operations OH the teeth Eve.
rs operation warranted to give satisfaction. All
cas for visits attended to promptly.
Office, in the second story Of The brick building
opposite the Union Hotel.
once hours. from o'clock am. TO pm.
Permanently located at CLINTON. Ia.
ian % RI. TAYLOR. D. D. S.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
NOTICE.

THE undersigned having pnrchashed the entire
l. stock of Drugs. Medcins Books. Stationary &c
&C., Of the late firm of Langworthy & Tildon, Will
continue the business as formerly.
Thankful for the very liberal patronage heretofor,
bestowed, will endeavor by strict attention TO bust
ness to merit continuance of fayors.
march 81 1856, NORWOOD TUDON.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
EXCELSIOR CARRIAGE FACTORY.
BurLEn 800 & KOCH,

u EsprCTFULLY inform their friends that they
j. arc now prepared 10 build carriages. Buggies
aud Sulkes. in the most approved styles now in
use. All lumber used in our shop is received from
the north and il Of superior quality. We have nov
In progress from iftccn to twenty vehicles, aud IN.
wife ali those who Judges 10 examine the work
before il i, painted, NJ we have in employ the best
workmen that the south can afford.
Designs of all kinds OF vehicles 10 be seen ut our
shop Call and sec them. All kinds Of repairing
done on the shortest notice. All worl; warranted
with proper usage FEB -
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26

W. W. CHAPMAN 81 Co.
importers and Dealers in Hardware,
CUTLERY, IRON, NAILS. CASTINGS,
hoots' shoes, saddlery, Trunks, and Plantation
So p PLIES.
MAST SIDE PUBLIC SQUARE, CLINTON, La.
AVE full and complete assortment Of
IL every thing in their line. Their old custo'
mers and the public in general are requested
10 can. april
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
WORMS! WORMS 1!
PLANTATION FOR SALE

nOOKS ATPRlME COST. a large lot of Hstory's,
Is Poems. Novels, &C.. &c. Call with your small
change, and buy great many books, at the Drug
Store OF ### NDRNooD IlLDoS.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26

WORM5, lMkVER u Co.
AVE recently removed from their old stand
! l to the store formerly occupied by NJ.
BLOOM where they keep constantly on hand, a
complete assortment of
FANCY AND STAPLE GOODS.
CLOTHING, BOOTS, SHOES, HATS,
HARDWARE, CROCkERY, GROCERIES, &c.
They are now well situated to offer every
facility in their line of business and aceommo-
date those who may favor them with call
70 By
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26

GOODS FOR THE SEASON.
JuST RECEIVING and opening. by the unders'gn-
b ed in add ton to their large and well selected
Stock Of Spring and summer Goods, fresh sup
ply OF
SEASONABtE GOODS,
of the latest styles and patterns which will be dis
posed of on the most reasonable Terms
They also keep constantly on hand very large
stock of Kentucky and Northern Plain and Ts.sted
l4nsays and also good supply of - and IA
WOODvILLE LOWELLS,
which will be sold a, The factory prices at their es-
adjustment.
They are determined to have their stock always
thoroughly supplied and fully assorted. as their
senior partner, Mr.. a. Levi is always remaining IN
New Orleans. and will give his general attention TO
purchases for this market which enable them to
give entire satisfaction in every branch relating to
| their business. A.LENl, BLOOM %.
EZs- Persons wishing 20 do business with the CON-
mercia firm Of Harris 4 LEVI, " o., can make suit
able arrangements through the undersigned.
! may 8 A. H., b. " 20.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26

NEW BOOKS.
TUST received, by late steamer, a new assortment
y of books consisting Of
Rose Clark. by Fanny Fern,
Lost Heress, by Mrs. Southworth,
Life Of Washington, by Washington Irving,
Putarch's Lives. spectator. Burkes works,
American Encyclopedia, Waverly novels,
Life o. s. S. Preuiss, Washington Irving's works,
United sates Canada and Cuba, by Miss Murray,
For sale by NAUNAN 4 STR4 USS.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
CONFECTlONARl d FAMILY GRO
Gerry.

ME UNDERSIGNED thankful Tor The It'd.
era patronage which they have received for
til, past year. during which, their efforts to
please anil accommodate, they trust, have af-
forded general satisfaction with the view of in
creaSing that APPRECIATION aud support have
made large and valuable additions to THEN
present extensive assortment
They are prepared TO furnish Balls, SoircrS.
Weddings, Assemblies, Dinner Parties public
or private, and social gatherings, of whatcvrc
kind with every article required.
IN experienced workman will be sent When
necessary 70 the conntr; 10 supcrintend the
iuiment Of all orders.
1t would be TO the interest of country mcr.
chants and others, to call, examine, and leave
their orders.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
DAGUERREAN GALLERY.
COLLECTORS NOTICE.

COLLECTORS NOTICE.
+ SHALL make It rule TO call but once on those
| on whom may hold claims for collection Con-
sequently II must not he expected that more than
one demand will he made by me.
Collections solicited aud prompt settlements made
Notes Of hand, accepted drafts, approved claims.
&e discounted at liberal rates.
A. SkARZYNSKI
marchS Agent and Collector. Clinton. La.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26

MILLS, CLEVELAND ~ Co.
Provision and Grocery Store
| ESPECTFULLY inform theft friends and
u the trading public, that they have on hand
large and complete stock Of
GROCERIES 4 PROVISIONS,
together with a well selected assortment OF
Dry Goods. Hats. Boots. Shoes. Hardware.
and in fact every article in demand, for Family
or Plantation use.
They are prepared to make advances on
Cotton consigned TO Oakley n HAWKINS,
and to afford all the facilities usual in lhcr
line of business. ala
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-07-26
CRANES METALLIC BURIAL CASKET.

nAVING bought the paant right for the sale Of
Ill the Crane Metallic Burial caskets AT great eS
nense. we introduce them to the public as having Il
superiority over any case now in use, beauty OF de-
sign artistic and elaborate finish, simp city in lin
ing. highly decorated and unique silver mount
tnga, perfectly air tight, and also giving an entire
view Of the body,--the topof the casket being con.
structed of the finest French plate glass renders It
the most desirable case ever introduced to the pub
lie. Beautiful metallic caps cover the glass, which
secures the case from damage on account OF any eH-
terna pressure Samples of this casket can be seen
at |. y. Lemons Drug Store, Clinton
Wooden collins made to order aud punctual at
tendance given on all funeral occasions. fine
Hear-e viii always be on hand
Any infringement on our patent rights Will sub
ject the offender to prosecution
| feb 20 BUTLER & KOCH.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29
IeIcGrnphiC News.

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 25.--In the American
Convention, Brownlow made a motion 70 pro-
coed 70 nomination. II was passed, and the
balioting WAS about TO commence, when Mr..
Perkins, Of Conn, announced the secession Of
the delegation from that State. The Massa-
chusetts delegation followed, together with
that Of Rhode Island and Ohio, and portions
Of Illinois, Iowa and Pennsylvania. One
ballot was then had, which resulted as fol
lows:
Fillmore II, Law 81, Carrot Davis 10,
Judge Mclean : Com. Stockton &, Erastus
Brooks >, Kenneth Rayner ,, Campbell of o.,
!, Ex-Governor Johnston !, John NJ. Clay
ton l.
Convention adjourned till O'Clock.
Tho Northern secessionists are holding n
caucus Il the Merchants Hotel.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29

The peace plenipotentiaries were begin
ming to assemble at Paris.
The Asia brings presents, consisting Of
plate, medals, &C., for the officers and crews
Of the Kane Arctic Expedition.
THE DIFFICULTY wITH THIS COUNTRY.
The London Morning Advertiser says that
Sir Henry Bulwer has intimated that he
would like to act as mediator between the
British Government and Mr.. Buchanan. TIL f
move is said to be the desire of Lord Pal
merston.
An interview il to take place ut the Em
bassy, when Sir HENRY Bulwer will explain
the compromise to Mr.. buchanan.
Other papers maintainNofound silence in
this matter.
In the House Of Commons, Palmerston
in answer to an inquiry from Mr.. Golden,
saia the correspondence with the American
Government on Central American affairs
would, when completed, be laid before Par
lament.
Mr.. Bright remarked that he would post-
pone the motion he had given notice Of, rela-
tive to enlistment in the United States, till af-
ter the correspondence was made public.
The Times censures the course taken hv
both the English and American Cabinets in
reference to the existing difficulties, and after
remarking that the humility Of England must
have its limits, adds
'SWe are as DESTROYS Of peace as Mr., Cob
den can be, but we know hat when a nation
becomes too proud to listen to reason, the
only appeal il to arms"
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29
AIcHIsoN MD TIE RoRpERERs.
LEANENW0RTn, k. I ),


The following is the closing portion Of 2
speech made Is David X. Atchison, At Platte
City, Mo-. week or two since. 4 gentle
man was present, who gives the following RE-
port Speaking Of the Constitutional Con-
Yention. Atchisan SAYS
. Tins Convention met 1T Topeka aua
framed what TREY call g Constitution, and
sly they intend t. apply for admission into
she Union. Now, should Congress adm
them. mhaf triil you 40 Ill tell YOU lrj,a
I ,riH do, If Congress admits them into tho
Union without law or precedent, (naddiu-
his head and raising his right hand,) IN re-
sistl But Congress will Do no such thing
They. the Free State men, have held an cleo
ton and selected officers on the 18th of last
month. and say they intend 10 put their work
in operation on the 4th of March. Remem-
Der the 4th Of March If they cannot do il
legally, they say they Will do it by force Of
arms. They have sent their messengers 10
North and East, who are raising money, men,
arms, &C.. for that purpose. Now, what
Shall advise to do | ain an old man-not
an office seeker-you are entitled TO my ad-
vice, and You shall have il and not only that,
bat my arm (holding il UP high for yalnt
your intcrets and good feelings next 10 my
hopes Of Heaven. 90 over therc--send your
Young men, and if they attempt to drive yon
cut, then, dammit them, drirefhem out. Fifty
81 yoa with your shot guns, are equal to TIVE
hundred and fifty Of them with their Sharp
r.les Get ready, arm yourselves, for il
they abolitionize Kansas, Missouri is no long.
/ er slave State, and YOU lose 100000, 0Dl
Of your property. would not advise youte
shoot man. If You burn a house you turn
family ont Of doors If you shoot man
you shoot father husband. 10 nothn.
dlshonorablc. M man i worthy the nam,
IF Border Ruifan who would do dishon
orable net. intend % be a citizen Of Kan.
Sas, and am satisfied thar can Justify ever,
act If yours before God ani Jury
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29

CAPITAL 500 000 CASH PAID Is Sion. noO
Invested according l. the Law Of Illinois
Especial attention gwen ID Insurance If
FARM PROPERTY. DIV BILLINGS AND OUT
BUILDINGS.
TNeI RES such building. contents MI favorable
l. terms, for Or years. ln-ores Stores, Ware
houses Balidingaor Contents, and Personal Proper
~ utrnIly.
LOSSES EQU ITABLf ADJ STED AND PROMPT
LIZ PAID IN CASH.
This Company j. Joint sock Association organ
izeI under spselal charter granted by the Legsla-
ture u Wisconsin, with authorized capital Of
Sj0H .000, One hundred thousand dollars az which
Is paid in. and securely invested in bonds and mort
gags. Ihe Company being thus securely organized
upon firm basis he directors take pleasure IN re-
commencing il - public favor, worthy If conf.
deuce and support, With the that all loss
els shall be promptly and honorably adjusted. As
tins i purely stock Company no mutual business
Will bc done, premium notes taken.
OFFICERS
n NJ Donaldson, Pres't W. T. Gibson, Sec'y.
j. W. Eddy. Vice Prcst. A. Gibson, Gen. Agent
dec. 2id3m w. TURNER, Agent.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29
HowE.s IMPROVED PATENT

IItINN ThIINETN
WE are proprioto Of the above patent for the
w State Of Iowa, ana prepared TO contract
for the erection Of Railway or Highway bridges Of
any length Of span from so feet to 300 feet In any
part Of the State As the above bridges have been
adopted on most Of the Railroads III the United
states We deem comment us their strength. dura-
bility aud cheapness, unnecessary. All communica-
tions on the subject will receive prompt attention
Address STONE, BOOMERS BYINGT0N,
lcb2SlGm Davenport, Iowa
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29

ID OCULAR heokuk aud St Lpais Packets. THIS
old and popular line Of Steamers viii run two
da!y Inea Of steamers between keokuk and s.. Lou
~ during ne present season. The lines arc comps
ed of the following staunch and speedy boats
WeHterner. Johnson, Master
keohuk Mptson. Master,
sam Gaty, Able, Master.
Quincy, new haat)
one If which viii leave keakus daily, AZ 9
O'Clock H. Quincy al N, and arrive at eet Louis
nc IA morning at clock.
sxpress Mail Line--Iha Bon Campbell, iaaight,
Master, viii leave keokuk daily. AZ T ~ aud cou-
meet al Quincy At 3 rN y, with the y Louis Packets
Jtannic Deans Burke. Master
Die Vernon, Ford, Master,
and arrive al ST. Louis next morning at o'clock
These lines are composed Of bonLs whose names
alone are sufficient guarantee u their speed and
commodati0n. fab2SdtG
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29
HE NOV AL.

a STAR CLOTHING sT0RE.--H. sTRAUs
~ 8. CO. have removed their stock Of Clothing
~ and Furnishing Good. from th'ir old stand
No Is Main street next door tos :. Billings, where
they will BE- happy q see their old friends and many
new ones
gs- Our spring stock will DO received at an
early day, when We shall present unusual adyanta-
ges 10 the trade feb29d
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29
xxxsvah congre>>--Firs, session.

WAsHI>Cros, + ell. o..
SrsArr.-After sore further debate, adop-
sea Mason's resolution
Nh. Jones. Of Tennossea, spoke in con-
icmnatlon III Anti Slavery men iii reply 10
w. Wilson, speech on Coy. shannon. Id
l0arnel.
HorsE.-~Nr. Orr made an Intellectual effort
y introduce resolution instruoting the Com
msttee On AaYal AAAra 70 inquire into the
expediency Of constructing = additional
steam frigates.
No quorum Adjourned
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29

Iey a. wcl as ia the rest of tac STATE ami the nj
tn states, ana Al a medium 81 adarti-iug il not
surpassed. Subscription price Sl5o per annum in
advance
CO The amount of important matter pre-
vents again the variety which We always de-
sire to introduce into our paper but it is
msstlv such a We could not well exclude, or
as our readers would wish to have us exclude.
Republican state Convention.
We have received nothing from our asso-
eiate, who was At Iowa City on the 22d, and
have no account other than ayerbal one, ex-
cept the bare official proceedings, Of the do
lngs 81 the Convention. The editor Of the
Davenport Gazette WIS present, and in his
paper Of Monday there appeared the follow
ing
We give the proceedings in full this morn
ing Of the Republican Convention held in
Iowa City on Friday. II was much the larg
est Convention that ever assembled in III
State OF Iowa. Men were there as Delegates
from Dallas, Cerro Gordo, and other far
distant counties. many Of them having tray
eled from 100 to 1919 miles. The greatest
enthusiasm marked the proceedings, and the
utmost unanimity prevailed upon tile great
question for which we had all assembled.
Scores ol speeches were made, all pointing
al the great issue, and every one of them
marked by ability Men accustomed to at
tend political gatherings, and who had as
sembled IN Contentious in Eastern States re-
marked, that they never had witnessed such a
manifestation Of talent During the after
noon, one man after another took the floor
III favor Of the limitation of slave territory,
sundered the ties that bound him to the false
y called Democratic party, ana gave in his
allegiance 70 the Republican party. Il was
IN experience meeting, and men in the can
dor Of their hearts, briefly, tersey told Of
their butter experience ia the school Of Loco
focosm
The delegates generally from Scott Coun-
", went to the Capital with the determine
ton 70 introduce two planks into the plat
form, but after resolute effort, observing
that It would lead 10 division and lad feel
lng, they obeyed the generous impulses off
their hearts ana yielded to the majority
The happiest feeling prevailed. aud men felt
as though they hai indeed assembled for
great and noble purpose, and that their con
stituents who had entrusted to them ques-
ton Of such vital Importance expected 81
them thar ther would lo their work satisfae-
toriy. Il waS done-a Platform vas CON
strueted upon which every man opposed %
tho eneroaehments VI slavery upon free ter
rltorycan stand. hat platform and a brief
synopsis Of the proceedings can be found in
to-day's Gazette.
BHeL<eTo>.-The Hgcbeyc INDUCES in a
little gloridcation q the prospects Of that
ancient capital; says That there is To he $500
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1856-02-29

I HAVE sold my stock Of Furniture, and entire
4 interest ID the Furniture business " Mr.. g. y.
AMOR Of thr Gate City Furniture Rooms | thank
NY friends and customer iof their many favors, and
cordially recommend Mr. Abbott to their future IA
and patronage u. NlLeE1.
Feb ELI