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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

YANKEE SToRIEs.-A New Eng.
lander, riding in railroad car, of
southwest, somewhere, seemed par
ticularly disposed to astonish the
other passengers with tough stories
about Yankee town. at last be
mentioned that one Of his neighbors
owned en- immense dairy, and made
a million pounds of butter and a mil
lion pounds of cheese yearly. This
story produced some sensation, and
the yankee perceiving that his ye-
racity vas in danger Of being CUES.
toned, appealed to friend as fol-
lows:
"True, isn't it, sTr. P? speak Of
Deacon Brown-you know Deacon
BroWn?"
"Ye-e-s,' replied the friend, 'that
is, yes; | know Deacon Brown,
don't know as | ever heard precisely
how many pounds Of butter and
cheese he made year, but l know
be has twelve sawmills that all 60 by
buttermilk."
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

7
PRoGREss.-There is at present
in operation near Boston, a jumping
locomotive which only touches the
ground once in a mile. tits perfect.
ly round, the machinery in the cen.
ire, and is coated externally with
India rubber. So soon as the patent
has been secured, its proprietor sup
poses that thousands of them viii be
seen "bobbin' around the world, SO
that to the Man in the Moon, the
Earth will look Ikea big cheese COW
cred with "skippers. Who denies
that this is really "fast age?"
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
BOOTS AND SHOES.

T ADY'S fine Kid Lace Boots, Cloth -,
H Caters, do Cloth and Goat Boots, gxfJ
Wax Pes'd do, Lace Boots, large sizes, Ladies
India Rubber Oyer-Shoes. Deerskin do for
travelling, Misses fine Kid Boot, Calf do, Goat
Polka do, Childsfancy Taylor DO, Roam do, La
dies White and Satin Kid do. Gents Calf w.
P. Boots fine Kip do, Elk fine Pump do Elk
size, Boys Red Top do, boys and mems Bro
gans, Mems Rubber and Deerskin Overshoes,
Home made Boots and Shoes; for sale by
Oct 25. JOHN GOODRICH.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

A traveller domiciling at hotel
exclaimed one morning to the wait
er: What are you about, you black
rascal? You have reused me twice
from my sleep by telling me break
fastis ready, and now you are at
tempting to strip off the bed clothes
What do you meant
Way replied Pompey, if you
isn't going to get up, | must have
the sheet anyhow, cause dey'r wait
ing for de table cloff.'
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
TO FARMERS.

MI ICHEL SHOFNER would respectfully
VI inform the public, that he has become
the Agent of Richard Ii. Pease, for the sale Of
Threshing and Reaping Machines, to-
gether with the Railroad Horse Power to pro-
pei the Thresher. He would state, for the sat
isfaction of those wishing to purchase, that
the one-horse Thresher is capable of threshing
from 100 to $50 bushels of Wheat, Rye, or
Oats per day. The two-horse power is capable
of doing double that amount. The Reaper is
capable of reaping from 10 to 20 acres of
Wheat per day, with horses. Early engage
ments will be best, as he will not order any
more than he has special engagements for
Those wishing to purchase. Will address
MICHEL SHOFNER,
Dec. q, 1855--6m. Sielbyuille, Tenn.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
CIR farmsr.
PREPARING PAINTS.

The following recipes we're prepared
by a practical painter, and have been
sold for dollar They will be valu-
abba for reference, AMI may save ma
ny dollar to the MN who likes to
have things neat about his residence.
and who feels disposed to economize
by doing bis own paiating:
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

A bevy oflittle children were tell
ing their father what they got al
school. The eldest got grammar, &c
ography: arithmetic, etc. The next
got reading, spelling and definitions
And what do you get, my SOLDIER
said the father to rosy checked lit.
tie fellow who was at that moment
slyly driving tenpenny nail into
a door PANEL. "Me?-Oh, gets
readin, spellin, and spankins.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
To BOIL OIL

10 billing oil, never GIL your kettle
more than two-thirds full, or it may
run over ana take fire. Place your
kettle on the Goals, simmer your oil
till it will scorch feather, when it is
fit for use.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
fuft uub funfq.
I'm Going Home

Ill UOiIs uOIut.
At the close of the late session O
the Georgia Legislature, the mem
bers got on a bender, and sung th
following:
leone down here to legislate,
A few days, few days;
Ny people say Pm staying late.
And am going home;
There's danger now of doing harm,
La a few days, few days;
The country people show alarm,
And am going home.
have homs up yonder,
A few days, few days,
have wife up yonder,
And | am going home;
cantstay in Milledgeville,
But few days. few days;
can't dwell in Millcdgeville.
For am going home.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

When is it proper to call a man
intoxicated! When he prefers to
sleep in his boots and hat, feeling
rather too tired to strip.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

A keeper Of doggery in Gee.
long, advertising his establishment,
thus concludes: Those of my friends
who may require it shall be sent
home on wheelbarrow gratis
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

Mrs. Dawdle says that one Of hel
children don't know nothing, and
the other does. The question is,
which boy is ahead?
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
Armstrong & Co.,
No. CD Market ST., NASHVILLE
COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
And Manufacturers AGENTS.


LfOR the sale of Machines, Agri-
IL cultural Implements, Building go,
Materials. &c. &c. The annexed Is =<-S
a list of such articles as may always be found
at their store, and at the lowest cash prices:
Machines, npseuents. &c.-Tbresb-
ing Machines, Horse Powers. Corn and Cob
Crgsher, little Giant Felton's Portable Grist
Mill, Straw Cutters, Corn Shelters. BedwelI,s
Smut Machine, Child's Grain Separator. Wells,
Seed Sewer, Corn Planters, Caltivator, Har-
rows, Ploughs Of all kinds, Churns, Meat Cut
tiers. Scythes. Forks, Rakes. Reaping and Now
ing Machines, Fan Mills. &c.
Eaiidisig Materials, &c. Skc.-Win-
dow Sash, Venetian Blinds, Marbleizcd Iron
Nantes. Window Glass of all sizes. Hvdraulic
Cement, Plaster Paris. Chain Pumps. Force
Pumps, Garden Engines Iron Chairs, Iron Set
tees, Iron Safes of all sizes.
Paints. Oils, dlc.--White Lead. White
Zinc, Brown Zinc, Stone Colored Zine. Paints
of all colors, Putty, Whiting. Linseea OF. Lard
Oil, Turpentine. Yarnishes. Mineral Paint. Glue.
Paint Brushes. Resin, COpperas, Paint Mills, tEc.
Ferti.i2ers.--Guano. and Land Plaster.
We keep large stocks of these articles on hard.
Seed.--Clover, Timothy, Blue Grass. Herds
Grass. Orchard Grass, &c
We are also agents for Pease's celebrated
Excelsior Railroad HORSEPOWER Threshing
Machines We have now an assortment Of
s5ese Machines on hand, AID viii furnish them
at Manufacturers prices, transportation added.
As the demand viii be beyond the supply. those
who are lii want Of them had better buy soon.
Feb. 1f-3m ARMSTRONG & co.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

A person was remarking the 9th
er day, how cheap every thing had
got! IS
mot everything said his friend
"Why, what is not?''
"Woman!"
"Oh! aye, | forgot; woman is always
dear"
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
Embroiseries and Tri.mm;nys.

EmbrOideiies and TRIMMINGS.
fMB'D Swiss ard Jaccouet Collars. al.
II Mourning do, Breakfast Lace and go
Honiton do, Goffered Collars. new style, -
Emb'd Swiss and Linen Undersleeves, Rich
Sets Sleeves and Collars, Mourning DO. Linen
EdgiEg and Inserting, Valencia do, Thread do.
Jaconet do, Flouncing Silk and Linen Braid
Bonnet Ribbons, handsome style, 1fore An
tique do, Ribbon Trimmings, all colors Plush
do, Velvet do, and an endless variety of arti-
cles too tedious to mention. For sale by
Oct. 20. JOHN GOODRICH
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
Fall & Winter Goods

ever opened in this market These goods
were purchased by an experienced buyer, who
has displayed much taste in their selection.
and at a time when goods had considerably
declined, which enables me to offer great in
ducements to solvent buyers. In calling the
attention of the public to this stock, he does so
with the assurance that he is now able TO COM
pete with any stock in the West, as to price
and quality. Having troubled his friends anG
customers so often with long advertisements,
he will close this by returning his renewed OBJ
legations to his old friends and customers for
the many favors received at their hands, and
trust by strict attention to business to merit
continuance of the same.
Oct. 25, 1856. JOHN GOODRICH.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
BoyLyGGREEy XIV

LADIES' DRESS GOODS.
MORE Antique Satin Plaid,
Iva Brocade and Plaid Peult de
Sole. White More Antique Silks;
plaid
Striped and Plaid Delaines, all wOo';
Solid ''
Black Shalleys;
Fancy
French Merinos, all colors;
English Z" %
Super Black Bombazine:
High col'd com. DeLaines, new style;
Blk Alpaca, all grades;
Lady's Cloaks richly trimmed;
Blk and Fancy Cloakings:
g Cashmere;
Rich Printed
Grape and Thebet Shawls;
Black and Plaid I"
Spanish Debege for horse riding Dresses
Jaconetand Dotted SwisSes;
Dimity, Long Cloth, etc.
Laay's Merino Vest and Zephyr Sleeves
All of which are for sale at his usual low prices
by IOct. ISL JOHN GOODRICH.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
NAILS,

lust received 125 kegs of Nails.
- thcbest article made in the United e.
States. COLDWELL & CUMMINGS,
Dec. 1. SaelbyUiHe, Tenn.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
CARRIERS SPANISH MIXTURE.
The Great Purifier of the Bsoosl

NOT A PARTICLE OF MERCURY IN IT.
Lettae Af!ictel Readand Ponder!
!, & Infallible Remedy for Scrofula. King.
"A Evil. Rheumatism, Obstinate Cutaneou:
; Eruptions Pimples or Pustules on the Face
Blotches, Bols, Ague and Fever, Chronic Sore
Eyes, Ring Worm or letter. Scsld Head. En-
largement and Pain Of the Bones and Joints
Stubborn Ulcers Syphilitc Disorders, Lumba-
go, Spinal Complaints, and ali Diseases arising
from an Injudicious Use Of Mercury. Impru-
dence nLife, or Impurity of the Blood
h 0EFThs great Alternative medicine and Pu-
rifier of 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 OF all medicines.
''Carter's Spanish Mixture" Neural
gia, Rheumatism, Scrofula, Eruptions on the
( Skin, Liver Disease, Fevers, Ulcers, Old Sores.
Affection of the Kindeys, Disease ofthe Throat
Female Complaints, Pains and Aching of
the Bones and Joints, are speedily put TO flight
by the use Of this great and inestimable reme-
dy.
For all diseases of the Blood nothing has
yet been found to compare with it. 1t clean-
Ses the system of all impurities, acts gently and
efficiently on the Liver and Kidneys, strength
ems the Digestion, gives tone to the Stomach,
hidheS ene SIKH Siear ana nealLny, ana restores
the Constitution, enfeebled by disease or bro
ken down By the excuses of youth, to its
pristine vigor and strength.
For the Ladies, it is incomparably better
than all the cosmetics ever used. A few doses
Of Carter's Spanish Nurture will remove all
sallowness of complexion. bring the roses mant-
ling to the cheek, gives elasticity to the step,
and improves the general health in aremarka-
Bile 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 best evidence that
there is no Humbug about it. The press, ho-
tel-keepers, magistrates, physicians, and pub
lie men, well known to the community. ali add
their testimony to the wonderful effects of this
GREAT BLOOD PURIFIER.
Call on the Agent and get Circular and AL
nanac, and read the wonderful cures this truly
greatest of all Medicines has performed.
None genuine unless signed Bennett & Beers:
No 8, Pearl Street, Richmond, Va,
o whom all orders for supplies and agencies !
must be addressed c
Forsale by McElroy. Mckinney & Miller, |
Fayetteville; Robinson, Roane s. Co., Shelby t
lille, and by dealers in medicine generally. C
May 8, l855-12m. IA
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
FEOUEg!FaOURm

WE keep constantly on hand 3A
w large quantity of Flour made - 80:
at the Bedford Mills, which we warrant equal
to the Cincinnati or St. Louis Flour.
COLDWELL & CUMMINGS.
Dec. 1. ShelbyuilEe, Tenn.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
HlAGsSaGn Hot s S,
MARKET STREET,
Tigo doors north Of tie Square and opposite tie
NassuiIle Iaa, NASHVILLE, TENN.
u. Z. 3 T. r z

! A YER'S CHERRY Pee -
IA T0RAL, for the rapid Z SS a.
cure Of Coughs. Colds. Hoar-e- TS
ness, Bronchitis, Whooping- VIZ
Cough, Group, Asthma and tx
Consumption. ~,
This remedy has won for e. -. -
itSelfSueh nOtOrety forts cures Of every variety
OF Pulmonary diseases that il is entirely unnec-
eSSaTy to recount the evidences OF its virtues in
any community where it has been EMPLOYED.
So wide is the field of its usefulness. and SO
numerous the cases of its cures, that almost
every section of the country abounds in per-
sons publicly known, who have been restored
from alarming and even desperate diseases of
the lungs by its use. When once tried its
superiority over every other medicine of its
kind Is too apparent to escape observation. and
where It's virtues are known, the public no
longer hesitate what antidote to employ for
the distressing and dangerous affections of the
organs which are incident to our
climate. And not only in formidable attasks
upon the lungs, but for the milder varieties of
Colds, Coughs, Hoarseness, ETC., and for Chill
dren it is the pleasantest and safest medicine
that can be obtained.
AS it has long been in constant use through
suit this section, we need not do more than
assure the people its quality is kept to the best
hat it ever has been. and the genuine article il
odd by Berry d Demoville, Nashville. Die
ner d Hampton, Fayetteville, and by nv
gents in almost every town Of the United
states. March 13-2m.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
DR.. ROBERT T. SgiRCY,
E0NZ ID NeS
LLTEONyREPTE

Cross ROADS. Carroll co., Tenn, April. '55.
JOHN II. COwAS--Dear Sir:
This is to certify that used or caused 70 be
uesd, Cowan's Vegetable LithOntriptic, in most
of the cases for which it is recommended, and
am happy to say that it has had the most
beneficial effects. and would recommend It to
the AFFLICTED WORLD, as one Of the safest and
best remedies, that has come under my obser-
walton. Having for many years done con-
siderable practice in the Chronic Diseases Of
Females, and used the most approved Medical
Remediss-I am of the opinion that Cowan's
Medicine Is the most reliable as we'll as the
most innocent. TO its effects on the general svs-
tenn. R. G. WEDDINGTON. u. D.
BowLTxGGREEz, Ky.
Tony acquaintance and the community at
large !. I. b. Wheeler, certify that have an
extensive knowledge of the efficiency and
utility of C0Uaa's Vegetable LitsontTiptic in
curing the diseases FOR which il IS recommend
ed, and also that am personally acquainted
with many of the gentlemen whose names are
subscribed to certificates of the great and IN
rivalled cures it IS performing, and know them
TO be men Of high standing in society. l have
known Mr. Cowan for several years. and know
him to be one of the first order of men, and
with an unimpeachable character. Therefore
| cheerfully recommend TO those suffering with
any urinary disease to give Dir. Cowan'S Ii
thontriptic trial.
GCFFor sale by McElroy. Mckinney & Mil
Ter. Fayetteville; and by Druggists generally
throughout the State
Nov. Is, 1855-2m.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
TO GRIND PAINT.

PutyourAint ona large aat stone,
with smooth face; wet your paint
with oil, and grind until fine. Be
careful TO grind fine. or there will be
a waste of the paint, and your work
will not look we'll.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

Wrap verdigris in cabbage or
other large leaves, and place it on
the hearth, over which scatter cold
ashes, then cover with Goals. let it
roast one hour, remove. and when
cold grind in oil. This is not so apt
to fade as other green, and is used
for outside work.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

This is composed of nearly equal
quantities of Prussian blue and
chrome-yellow. 1t must be ground
very fine in oil. The shade may be
varied with white lead.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24

In preparing black paint, grind
lampblack in oil; and as black dries
slowly, you should add two ounces
Of litharge to every pint of paint
Always use boiled oil for black, to
give it a body.
Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1856-04-24
CREAM COLOR.

Add finely ground chrome-yellow
to white paint. las above, little at a
time till the shade pleases YOU
You must add yellow every coat to
have a. good finish.
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Mem Publications.
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...ocio,ion for Improying the Condition OF the

Association for Improving the Condition i Of the he
P0or-The necessity which calls for Public Appear IA De-
bali OF the Poor will probably be best explained by bre state
About Winner the unusual of want echoed
and reechoed by the Press excited TO an intense decree ne
smpshies Of The community aud heeTa, combinations Freely
How its relief only from individuals moneyed w
putons and the City Treas y, but also from duefeht and
The present Winter there appears be reaction in which
les than the degree OF sympathy FOR the dgent Is mani
needy but prevailing opinion ths, the late abundant haI
vests and revived commercial prosperity wUa.c & h
ctsd and Qpeuy that much SINAI eT AZ Ah Oi
would be required This popular mistake should De ooecteu
bc rph Vii be SURPRISED TO learn that notw outstanding the
careful determination which this system Of relief the
.sut .ss as hey Mere the past Winter while its receipts
have diminished half This dminuton, however ess
cvins 20 failure of contributions from ordinary sources IMAM
OF the lsrser donations from public bodies whch are nor @
Winter erected These fscts clearly slow ua DC
" possible this charity NEE, he growing demands OF
the suffering poor without greatly euisred inhVdaai eon
UT 70 the present the Association has relieved 662 families
containing g. 90 persons many Of whom are families OF
Cannot subs without AID And advances The
Of desi uton VII increase Last Winter It was three
S,, ss, ,T .se close Of FeSsry
resson Tor this alarming Of Indulgence 10 sought It
nay be chiefly found the general deficiency Of employment
which has become scarce as TO eaN ntudes without
A. hey were the Hence, multudes Of
the Industrious elfProring easses Were unable 20 recaNei
were overken by another Winter for which they We're unre
pared and low having no other resource tha s'"uV AN
twill be remembered sh.i this organization the whole
tlud from the Battery 20 kmgsbrdge with US o'S -.
visitors who 90 far as the shall be supplied, will meet
ant Of the needy.
On this brief OF facts the Board counoen2 ~
their syrea believing that will IN previous years 81 rIo
Dental distress be literally responded 10 bor cannot re
THIS great city famed for It's beIeyolenee, VIII ao" i've VN-
citlfeus 70 ,yaer unre.ieved -, ,o
Con nbutons be 20 Brown Brothers Go NO -
Aan-st 90 r. Mnt1ru No rs South ST. 20 K VI tsrey
" So Bible House authorized collectors or to any OIL
Tbs officers Of the Association by order OF the Board
JAMES BROWN, President
GEO GRISWOLD, Vice President
ROBERT b. MlNTURN, Treasurer
RoeERr NJ. Hartley Secretary.