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Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
LEWISVILLE
MALE AND FEMALE ACADEMY.
At Lewisville, Lafayette County, Ark.

Rev. WILLIAM A. SHAW, A. NJ, NJ. D.,
PRINCIPAL OF THE MALE DEPARTMENT.
Mas. H. PAGE SHAW, PRINCIPAL OF THE
FEMALE DEPARTMENT
ItHlS Institution. under the patronage of the
Il Masonic Lodge, No. IA, is established with
view TO give pupils o; both sexes all the advan-
tages OF instruction enjoyed in high school.
1t contemplates the preparation OF students for
the practical duties of every day lIte. To train
the young man for elevated and useful stations ::
the young lady to cheer and adorn the social cir
Gle IN which she resides. is our main design.
The discipline will be strictly parental. gentle
but urn; and careful supervision over the men,
tai and moral training of all confded to will
be judiciousiy exercised
The Principal of the Male Department is a
graduate of the University OF North Carolina.
Mrs. 5 has had several years of successful expe-
rIence as teacher in various Southern States.
The first session of Five Months will COM
mence on the 3lst March. inst.
The terms per session will be as follows:
Primary Department 30
hCAutthiC ID w
Collegiate. 30 90
Music. ito he filIei1
Drawing and Monochromatic Painting
anc Materials Is 90
Exercises in Penmanship. Reading Parsing
and Composition continued through the course.
" AS 10 health and good water. no section IN
the southwest exceeds this locality.
Lectures on the various branches delivered to
all the pupils land patrons who desire to be
presently will constitute part OF our system OF
education
Boarding can be had in the village and vicinity
at from 81 TO $40 per month. A few female
pupils can board with the Principals. Punctual
payments OF tuition will be required at the close
of the session.
Published by order of Lodge No Ia
JOHN G. ATKINSON, Secretary
March 26, 1856 l3-tf
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TESTIMONIALS

COLUMBIA Co. ARK,
June 2Sfh- 1855
| hereby certify that l have Wheat Fan and
fhreshIng Machine made by B. F. RENFRo & Co.
Washington. Ark and that l can Thresh and
clean two hundred bushels day with two horses
JAMES HENRY
We whose names appear below. hereby certify
that we have witnessed the performance of Mr.
James Henry's Fan and Threshng Machine and
that they will Thresh and clean two hundred
bushels day. E. II. LIGHTFOOT,
JACOB SHOOK,
F.. H. RILEY.
WM. B. JONES.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
Regular Upper Red River Packet
r.. Nh. JONES'.

TNHE substantial. fast run s@e
i ming. light draugh b. =
steamer R. Nj. JONES, hav- ss:l5sAz.zs55..Z
ing been purchased by Captain F. S. JOHNSON,
will run regularly during the entire season in the
upper Red River trade. Planters and shippers
may rely upon having all business entrusted 70
her punctualIy attended to-
March 81, 1854 13-tf.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
March 7th, 1855

I N retiring from the business of BELLER & STU-
l. ART, | teEder nv thanks for the liberal share
of patronage bestowed upon me firm, and respect
fully solicit continuance of the same for A. L.
BELLER, who continues the business on his own
account. r. &. STUART.
Washington, March 7th. 1855. ll-tf.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
ID 4 s s 0 l. U ITO II #.

THE firm of BELLER & STUART, is this
i day dissolved by mutual consent. A. L
BELLER is fully authorized to close up the busi-
ness and it desirous that it should be done as
soon practicable, those indebted are respectful
.ly requested to come forward and make settle
ment. A. L SELLER.
+ c. STUART,
March 1th, 1885
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
4pEkllfIE
e. BOURNE, Dental surgeo

HAVING permanently located in Camden fol
IL the practice of DENTISTRY, will spend part
Of h1s time in Washington for the same purpose
He t1atters himself that he can convince those
that are in need of dental operation that he is
capable and qualified to serve them faithfully and
to their satisfaction. He can be consulted at all
hours, except when professionally engaged. by
calling at Highs Hotel.
Aug l. IS49-3O
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
NEW FIRM AND NEW GOODS


CAMDEN ARKANSAS
INdE undersigned having bought the entire
l. stock of Goods of MCCoLLUu FELLOWS &
Co, texcept the Groceries) will continue the
business on his own account at the old stand
under the name of P. MCOLLUM & co.
where will always be found complete and large
assortment of COCO HD- usually
sold IN this market tGIoceries exceptedJ which
will be sold as low can be purchased in South
Arkansas The subscriber has recently returned
from New York, where he purchased large
Stock of Goods at reduced prices. which are now
daily expected. and would PARTICULARS call the
attention of Cash buyers to examine his stock
before purchasing elsewhere, as he can and will
sell as good bargains as can be bought in New
Orleans tor the Cash
He would take this opportunity of returning
ms grateful acknowl dSments to the people of
South Arkansas for the liberal patronage extended
to him for the last twelve years. and hopes by
his usual strict attention to business to merit a
continuance of the same
PETER M'COLLUM.
Camden, Jan. %, 1856. Aft
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

WAsHINGToS. ARk's 1855.
We have used Mr.. VIM. R. Collins Mills and
Ind them convenient. and in every way to an
swer the purpose of plantations They are easily
kept In order and grind rapidly and make good
meal. They are cheap at the price Mr. Collins
sells them at and as they are made in our own
country. possess an advantage which imported
ones do not. for when yon get one, il is recon-
mended 10 do well. and if it should not Mr.. Col
lins will make it do so.
ISAAC ~ JONES.
JOHN B -SANDEFUR
BENZ. MAXWELL,
A. L. MARTIN.
Dec. Is, 1855 Stiff
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A CA R ID

In retiring from the Warehouse business we
do so with full confidence that it will be careful
ly conducted by successor. joan f. McCoL-
LUM, who has assisted us in that department of
our business Tor the last seven years. We will
still ship our customers cotton and FIJI all orders
for goods Cash advances made OH Cotton, on
the opening of navigation.
McCOLLUM, FELLOWS g. CO.
Camden, Oct. II, 1855. 42:tf
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
GENERAL LAND AGENCY.

nANIEL T. WILLIAMS will serve all tbost
~ who desire his services as Land Agent ID
the Red River Land District; will attend prompt
ly to paying taxes redeeming forfeited lands, 10
eating land warrants. &c. Persons wishing theil
lands properly described, can get plat OF theII
lands and true description for small fee; VII
also draw deeds, mortgages, bonds bills OF sac
articles of agreement, &c &c. His expeneIc
in this kind OF business, prompts him to the De'
lief that he can give general satisfaction.
Washington, Feb. 20, 1850. 7:1
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LOST PRaiRIE Dec. 25. 1855

MEssRs RENFRo & Co.
Gentlemen: On the plantation of Dr. Isaac n
jones', have used one of your cotton GINS this
season. and can testify to its performance being
Uery fine 1t has averaged fully six bales per day,
1t has two brushes, one extra Tor noting
j. S JAMES.
Messrs- r. & Co.-The above statement Is cor
rect, your Gin has done as well as we conId wish
ISAAC ~ JONES.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
VALUABLELAND FOR SALE

THE undersigned offers for sale on accom-
Il modating terms, 1900 acres of choice and
valuable Land, situate in Seveir county. Arkan-
sas.
These lands were selected in 1886. are of the
best quality of upland, and are located in de-
sirable neghboIkood.
For terms, &c, enquire of W. H. Etter, al
Washington, or the subscribers at Little Rock
WATKINS & CURRAN.
January %. 1852 At
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
Commission Business,
Lower Warehouse.

FULTON. ARKANSAS
THE under takes this method of inform :
i ing his friends and the public, that nc e.
prepared to Receive and Forward Goods Up ~
river or to the interior. He has just compie.'e.o y
Sheds separate from the old ones, sun cieI' ct "a
store any amount OF Cotton that may c'ne conf
his care. He is also provided with comioi ns .on,
Houses ior teamsters, with safe Lots adloln'1,
for teams. Prompt attention will be gwen
the sale of Groceries, &c, on consignment
RID. WALKER.
Fulton, Jan. 90, 1856.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

ALL ORDERS PROMPTLY EXECUTED.
Watches, Jewelry and Silver-ware for Sale.
January 2ifh. 1855. 4-tf
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
f.. &B. HI. KinsvyOrthV.

HAVING EKECTED large and comm oc1lo
Ii Sheds and Warehouses, at the upper an
ing known as Browns landingl on Little r i've
prepared to STORE FREIGHT for ship
ment, OF to be forwarded TO the interior. and vii
keep constantly on hand at the ware house. a
general assortment of Groceries. which they will
sell low for cash.
Special attention will also be given to consign-
ments made to us, for sale.
Serier Co. .4rk's. jan IL, 1855 3-tf
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C. w H 1T e,
C. w II t e,
SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL
w ATNWIH[MIJ A 1N1E1Ro
CAMDEN, ARKANSAS.

Every description of Watches (hopeper injuredl re-
paired and made perform Watches may Be
safely sent from a distarcc. by mail
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
WASHINGTON FEMALE

- % NJ II ~ - Rk " =
THE Third Scholastic wear of this Institution
l. will commence on Monday, September Is,
1856, and continue forty weeks
The Terms.
Per Session of Twenty Weeks, payable quar-
ferly in advance are as follows:
Tuition in AIphabetlc Department, .. SIS 90
Tution in Academic Department. ...... 20 90
Incidental expenses l 90
Music-Pano or Guitar. each. .. 80 90
Ancient or Modern Languages. each. - 10 90
Drawing and Painting ng Is 90
Worsted- work and French Embroidery IL 90
Board, including washing, &C. so 90
No deduction for absence, except in cases of
protracted Illness
The principal having undertaken TO establish
IN Washington.-proverbial for its healthfnness
and the intelligence and refinement oi its inha5it-
ants--a High School for Young ladies in which
they may receive thorough. refined and polished
neutrality-suspicious. himself that nothing shall be
wanting on his part TO render the Seminary
worthy of general patronage and tine confidence
of the community.
None but able and accomplished assistants will
be employed.
Having devoted his life to the cause of educa-
ton, and with an experienc of twelve years in
the art of teachIng- ne hopes by unremitting as
sliuity and attention to his profession to build up
second to none in the S-uth-west
L. ]. JOYNER.
Washington, Aug. 16, 1856. "a
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

THE undersigned has established a shop in
Il Washington, Arkansas, for the Manufacture
of superior
HOR s e MILLS,
and is prepared to fiji, with dispatch, all orders
with which he may be favored. His Mills are
warranted to perform well, and can be readily
attached TO the running gear of Gin.
He will also repair Cotton Gins. and trusts
from many years experience in the business, to be
able to give entire satisfaction.
All orders. either for Mills or the repair of
Gins will be promptly executed on the follow
ing terms.
BILL OF PRICES.
Furnishing and putting in new Saws, 81 90 each
Ribs. ......--...... ........ 37s
Babbor lined boxes. so
Making hoii box. 90
Cutting & whetting new teeth per saw, 25
Whettlng saws. ....... 121
New Brush. from .S12 to SIS
New cylender. ....... ito 81
All other work in proportion.
WILLIAM R. COLLINS.
Washington June. 9th, 1855. 26-tf
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
March .th,
II OF G G /.

HAVING purchased the interest of R. e. STU
LII ART, in the late firm oil BelIer & Stuart ill.,
tend continuing the business on my own accoun,
and respectfully solicit continuance OF the iber-
al patronage bestowed upon the firm
A. T BELLER
March 7th. 1855
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
SEWER CouxrY ARK March g.

SEWER CoUxTY. ARK. March 6. 1856
This IS to certify that am using 50 Saw
Gin of B. F. Reniro & Co which on trial will
pick $500 pounds of lint in 10 hours and 80 mn-
ntes-samples we'll and seed as clean usual
JOHN w. NUNNELLY
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
B. F. RENFRO g. Co.,
Manufacturer of Cotton Gins.
PORTABLE
CORN AND WHEAT MILLS,
WHEAT THRASHERS AND FANS,
WASHINGTON. ARKANSAS.
Certificates.

HEMPsTEAD COUNTY. Dec 4th 1855
THIS will certify that am using a sixty-saw
l. Gin. manufactured by B. F. Renfro & Co., at
Washington. and that it samples well. and cleans
the seed extra clean, and l think will gin fire
bales day. BENZ MAXWELL.
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
e e q A w A Y s.:

e q Il A w A VS.:
- RANAWAY from the under
MN signed in Bossier Parish. Louisiana.
AaA0 on the 18th oi July last-five ne
gro men-to wit
SN WESTINGHOUSE feet high.
Y black complexion and about 80
-@5 years old-and his brother HEN
RY-about same height ard description.
These two men were raised in Independence
county-were purchased oI MessIs. Bates & Bell.
and it is thought will attempt to make their way
back TO that county ALSO,
HENRY HARRISON. a small man-Copper
color about feet inches high-3O wears old
MOSES thick set black man-6 feet 6 or 8
inches high. 80 years old and
STEPHEN, heavy set black man-about S
ieet 0 inches high and p years old.
will give Fifty dollars each. for the ap-
prehensiou and delivery, confinement in any
Jail so that may get them, of Washington aud
Henry and Thirty dollars each for Henry Harri-
son, Moses. and Stephen.
Any information OF either of the above slaves
will be thankfully received and acknowledged.
Address JAMES B. GILMER.
PinecWc.
BOssier Parish,
September 18th, 1855 3s-tf La
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
Drs. Williams s. Hart.

II AVING formed Co partnership IN the prac-
IL tice OF Medicine, respectfully tender their
services to the public. Office removed to srore
formerly occupied by Mitchell & Foster. Odd Eel
lows Hail.
March 8, 1856 of.tf
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

" eASCs
wv i" - HE 70 x~@o9
formerly con1ucted by MCCoLLUN. FELLOWS &
Co. proposes to do strirtiy general Commission
and Forwarding business. Having had several
years experience in this line, and by giving it his
entire personal attention he hopes to merit COLI
tinuation of the liberal patronage heretofore ex-
tended to this establishment.
New Sheds are being erected and there will
be ample room for any amount of Cotton he may
receIve-another convenience. Is that every
Planter merchants cotton ci be stored seperateiy
In connection with the Warehouses there is a
large and commodious WAGON YARD well
fenced in-also CABIN for the benefit of team
sters such may favor him with their busi-
ness.
No Cotton shipped unless specially instructed
by the orncr or by the return OF the receipts. He
ioW make discrimination Gettreen boats unless
specially instructed so to do
JOHN E. McCOLLUM
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

Has and Caps. Boots and Shoes; Harduare
IRON, NAILS. SADDLERY. .OUEENSWARE
B.fGGING and ROPE
ALSO, fine, fresh lot of Groceries.
Such Coffee. Sugar, Molasses. Cheese Crack
ers. Candies, Tea. Spices. Brandy. Whskey,
go, &c. &c. together with every article usually
found in Stores. suited TO the wants of the country
which he offers TO the public as low as can be
purchased at any regular House; and he hopes by
attention and punctuaity in business to merit and
receive liberal share of patronage
WoShiag gion, Hay /, 1855 1S-tf
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
s u r v IL YIN

s u r. v IL " II q
THE undersigned respectfully tenders his ser
L vices as SURVEYOR, to the citizens of
Hampstead, and the adjoining counties and from
his experience lie feels confident of giving entire
satisfaction to those who may require his services.
He will, if required, make out neat and correct
piats of sIveys. and computations oil the areas of
any tracts. His charges will be moderate
JOHN r. GRATIOT.
Refer To
DR. B.. P JETT, JOHN B. SASDEFUR,
DR. RI WILLIAMS. DAN1L F. WILLIAMS,
R. D. E ALEXANDER W. H. ETTER-
Washington, Sept 26th. 1855. 39-tf,
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20
Refer To
HOrSe.MfIlS
G O T T o NJ GIN s

THE undersigned has established shop in
Il Washington, Arkansas, for the Manufacture
of stfDerior
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

Rev. WILLIAM A. SHAW, A. NJ, NJ. D..
PRINCIPAL OF THE MALE DEPARTMENT.
Mas. H. PAGE SHAW, PRINCIPAL OF THE
FEMALE Drp.prvr~r
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

Dec. l9, 1855
Washington telegraph., 1856-08-20

June 27, 1858.
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Cranes fIeIaIIic Burial baskets,

THE undersigned having purchased the exclusive
4 r5ghf OF HeiLEng these beautiful and celebrated
Burial Iasks is in Shreveport and Caddo parish, have
receiFea and will keep constantly on hand large as
sortneEt, embracing every size, WHICH will Dc sold at
FerF o5F prices-Eess than the ordinary coffin. We
offer this ca~Aet 90 the pGblic feeling confident that it
- superior any in for beauty OF design
elaborate ana artistic finish. simplicity in lining etc
IL is highly decorated, has unique silver nouningz Is
perfectly artight and affords entire view Of the
body, the toP;5f the cssks being constructed Of the
finest Fenchplae glass, renders it the most desirable
case evsE invented Beautiful metallic caps cover the
glass, and secure the case from damage on account
any external 7ressu-e.
All orders promptly attended 70. The easkets are
ready Tor degery o. shipment rnomcnt'= notice.
Kendall & Co.
iane4-IE .Ferner Of Texas and TcNsjl st=
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Plantation {. Garden Fertilizers,

VIE subscriber ms constantly hand the follow
Jag Concentrated HlanuFes single t-aI Of srhich
will prove 10 he most increduous their value az
restorer OF fertility SOILS and their dapta-
ton TO increasing largely the products Of the Garden
and Orchard. Numerous testimonials from gentle
men who tried them last season have been received
all OF whom il saying that the experiments
we're satisfactory and profitable beyond their Utmost
expectation.
Phozphated Guaae, in barrels Of about $50 fbs a. two
cents Il h.
Super Phosphate Of Lime, in barrels of about $50 bs
At two cents t$ Fl.
Coarse eraand BcHss in barrels Of about IS tz, a,
II cents y III.
Flee Ground Bones, in barrels of about 300 u.s. at
~ cents y 10.
Peruvian eHane, i'll sacks Of about 40 H., at 2;
cents f Is. g.
Psadrette, or Deo6orzed nigh,soi in powder in bar
rels of about 81 50 = u.
Land Plaster, e1 81 IS f barrel.
also-Roek Salt Tor plantation stock, in barrels Of
about 500 fJz, At cent T. IL.
Orders By mail r. otherwise promptly attended to- 4
pamphlet containing further particulars and full direc
tiOns for HsiGg the above fertilizers will be sent BY
mall receipt Of postage stamp, to any person de-
string it, D. c. LOWBER.
msrchla % Magazine street. New Orleans
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He stands III the desk-fIat grave old man,
With an ere still bright tho his cheek is wan,
And his long white locks are backward rolled
From his noble brow Of classic mould
Ind his FORM though bent bT weight OF years
Somewhat OF primal beauty wears
lie opens the page of the sacred word
Not whisper. nor low NOR loud is heard
Even folly assumes serious Look
a he readsth the words of the Holy Book
And the thougntiess and gay groE reFerent there,
As he opens his lips in feTTent prayer.
He stands Is the grave old prophet stood.
Proclaiming the truth and the living God
Pouring reproof on the cars Of men
Whose hearts are At ease in their folly and sin;
With challenge Of guilt still unforgiven,
10 the soul uEhttad-gnneet for EeaTeu
Oh. who can but honor that good cid man.
As be neareth bis three-score wears and Ten
Who hath rnadeit the work Of his life to bIess
Our world IN It's voc and vickedness;
Sill guiding The fev who we're wont to stray
In Inc paths Of sinl to- TIL narrow va.
Eith kindly heart through the Iapsine wear.
he Hafh shared your Joys he hath wiped yoar tears
he BAN bound the wreath on the brow Of the bride
he hath stood BY the couch ~hen rour lord one
died.
sword hath pierced through bis own souI too
On Feep for him, who have Eept fo- vos-"
aethisks yoa will grieFa another day,
" t1en The good Did man hath passed a#zF:
" hen the last Of the e55ipg sands hare ran
" hen his Labor is DER and his : srk i done F.,
y no sill care far the flock and keep the faId
y hsn his pu4ssls sill and his heart = enlGE
We ill miss a5n theEy-sTeEr leaz and taae
50 familiar npE, forever go1e-
" iii thrill the heart with Inward Ezzzz
And lcBg viii Fa listen f0r thea IN vain .-
hen stranger form and stranger Facs a-.
Shall stand LID F94r Ao1o1e9 Pastors place
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I OsE Oh The OrHER-A stout busting It'll.
woman came into the sestry Of church to see
The clergyman one morning, after the reading
Of prayers She held in her arms a sturd
specimen Of manhood in embryo, who. va:
crying JUSTLY .--
PLEASE sir, said she with courtesy. evil
you be SO kind As to tell me whether this child
Is seFaphin1 or cherabim'
q oung woman,'' said the learned divine,
why do yoa joke with the authorised PRAYER
Of your church"
Please, IF, amt joking-only I want to
know Hhether my son Augustus is a serapbim
or a cherubirn. -
Neither, ~oman-neither' How can you
ass7''
t.Ohl but know he IS one or the other. -
said she. 'tbeeause vau said this morning the
cherub:m and seraphim continually do CIV, and
mr. son is al#a Ts At it,
A Rit and 4 fool in company are Ike a crab
and an oyster-the one watches till the other
opens his uoath that be may catch him up
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= If you would escape Long Suffering, Weakness
Defornity, Death.
DALLEY'S
MAGICAL PAIN EXTRACTOR,

MAGICAL PAIN EXTRACTOR,
The only instant, never-ailing Antido;e to Pain or
earth, WARRANTED
TO cure without smart, and quicker all ais that Other
things relieve: moreover has absolute and unmstaka
BILE control over the many maadies below named which
now defes ALL other remedies and medical skill:
l Stops all pain, even of burns, instantly.
Heals burns and small pox ETC., free of scars
8 Admits no scad to raise water blister or sore.
4 Takes away old sores fully.
5 Sutdues all internal and external Inflammation.
6 Ends commissions, collie, and fits directly.
7 Soothes nerves to ease, quiet and strength.
s Restores action and strength to paEsed limbs.
8 Destroys modification Instantly.
10 Generates new flesh rotted thereby
IL Keeps off black and swelling after blows.
u DissoIves eataracts and strengthens sight.
- Draws and heals blisters free of smart mark.
IA Neutralzes all poisons and humor, either hered-
tary or infused by bees, hornets, mosquitoes, rep
tiles, sabid animals, corrupt bodies or plants
ABSOLUTELY
now whether the bigot believe If not Fire Poison
Inflammation, Modification, Infection and Fl ydropho-
bia the horror of all men; Insipient Consumption,
Constipation, Etysipelas Cancer Inflammation of the
Chest or Bowels, Plenrisy. Chronic Darrhoa Dyson
tary, ETC., rendered comparatively harmless, con-
trolIed easily by child possessing but box OF this
mighty cheap, ELECTRIC, rapid antidote to
universal suffering. s10.0OO
will be forfeited if it does not save LIFE where all
medical science fails.
MILLIONS
use it daily in astounding satisfaction all praise it
NONE ARE SAFE WITHOUT and ii mas become the
greatest commercial antidote extant
J. Wright & Co., New Orleans, La, general agents
for the sosth. For sale in Shreveport by all the drug
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