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Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

ARABIA SuNK.-A telegraphic dispatch
announces that the steamer Arabia, Captain
Shaw, sunk, below Jefferson City, on her
down trip. No particulars. She passed
down a few days since, with large number
Of passengers, most Of whom it is presumed
took the rail road at Jefferson.
The Arabia had just been sold to Messrs
Terrill and Boyd, formerly of the Sonora
and was TO be delivered upon her arrival a
ST. Louis.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
JENKINS & CO,

(origlnal inventors of the Metallic Tea Pack,)
WHOLESALE DEALERS in Teas only. N.
w w. Corner of MAN & North Streets, Phil
adelpha. Teas in Metallic Packs put up in Halt
Chests, containing variety Of both Black and
Green, TO suit buyers.
Printed List of Prices, Terms, &C., furnished by
mail TO all who order them.
All Teas warranted TO please, or no sale. One
and the same price and terms 10 all, and one only
Half Chests of Black contain about 80 pounds,
and of Green, about pounds each.
March l3, 1S56-lw.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
~ Look at them!

- See card Of the Carrier" Capt
PosrAL's new St. Louis and Glasgow Pack
ct. Capt. P. is an old favorite in this trade
and he has an excellent boat. Mr.. Soup
DER presides in the office, and knows how
to receive, entertain, and discharge passen.
gers, to +. The ''Carrierp is bound to be
lavorite.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Trustees Sale.

VNAKE NOTICE that by virtue of Deed of
i Trust executed by Harvey Thompson and
and Sarah A., his wife, bearing date the Ath day
Of May, 1850 and recorded in the Recorders
Office, in the town of Lnneus, in Linn County,
Missouri, in book F., on page SAP, and following.
will, on Tuesday the Sth day Of April, 1856, be-
fore the Court House Door, in the town of Lin
neus, in Linn county, between the hours of 10 A.
highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, the fol-
lowing real estate, viz: The southwest quarter of
section five, and tue east half of the southeast
quarter of section six, (6) all in township fifty
nine, (59,) of range twenty-one, (2l, containing
two hundred and forty acres, situate in Linn
county Missouri, being one of the best pieces of
land in said county OF Linn and being the land for
merly owned by George Carney. Such title as
is vested in me by said mortgage or deed OF trust
will be made, and no other; the title papers be
found on record in Linneus.
JOHN HARVEY, Trustee.
March ID, IS56-3t.s
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Daily Line of Boats from Jefferson City
To Weston. .

Capt. FEEDER, of the steamer aubrey
informed us as he went up, the other day,
that lie had closed contract with the Pa
ciiiic Rail Road Company, to run a daily
line of steamboats, from Jefferson City &c
Weston, in connection with the Rail Road
from and after the first of May next. 1t is
expected the mails will be transported by
the Rail Road and Boats. This arrangement,
will be highly advantageous 10 the travelling
shipping and reading public, and we wish
it great success. Going to St. Louis will be
small job, when these arrangements are
completed.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
ENTISTRY

HAVING permanently located IN
80 Glasgow. Mo. DIR. II. DeSriOu y
1lJIJ Me ssifny avals himself of this
opportunity of returning his sincere thanks TO the
citizens of this place and vicinity for the liberal
patronage bestowed upon him, and solicits a con-
tinuance Of the same.
All operations in the various branches nf his
profession, performed in q most thorough manner
and warranted. .
RErERENcE--The entire satisfaction is work
has given TO The hundreds who have employed
him during practice Of -four years at Fayctte.
lr551 Office corner Of First and Market streets.
Feb. 6, 1856.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Administrators Sale.

DUBLIC notice is hereby given that, BY virtue
l. of an order made by the county court OF
Howard county within and for the county of
Howard, in the matter of the Estate of John
Ford, late of said county deceased, |, Samuel c.
Major, Public Administrator of Howard county.
and having in charge the estate of John Ford, de-
ceased, will, on the first Monday in MAY next
1856, al the Court House in the town of Paris
in the county of Monroe, between the hours of
A. NJ, and p. H., OF that day, offer for sale at
public auction, TO the highest bidder on credit OF
six months, the purchaser giving bond with APP
proved security, the following described real Es.
tate, belonging 10 the estate of the said John Fore
and situate in the county of Monroe. to-wit: This
east half the Northwest quarter. and the West hall
of the Northeast quarter Of section eight, g.,
township fftyfi (5j, )rangeten (lO( containing
100 acres
SAMUEL c. MAJOR,
Public Administrator of Howard county,
Having in charge said Estate.
Feb II. 1856,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
WINES AND LIQUORS.

WINES AMI rIftGUbsSs
% or. pipes United Vineyard, Bro & Co., Cogn-
&C Brandy,
35 or. pipes, Alex. seignette, Cognac Brandy,
Is or. pipes Otard, Dupuy & Co, Cognac
Brandy, Rochelle Brandies in /, and !
pipes.
a pipes Holland Gin.
100 bbls. New York Brandy, % Dbl New York
Gin ..r.
30 bbls. Magnolia Whisky, copper distilled,
500 bbls, Rectifed Whisky; 100 do. old Bourbon
IS bbls. Old Monongahea Whisky,
70 bbls. Old Rye Whisky, very superior,
% bbls. New England Rum,
10 bbls. Jamaica Rum, pure,
10 bbIs. Cherry Brandy,
20 bbls. Peach Brandy,
10 bbls. Apple Brandy,
20 bbls. Sweet Malaga,
90 casks Port Wine,
% baskets Champagne, pints and quarts,
90 bbls superior cider
The abouegoods will be sold at the lowest mar
ket rates for cash, or to prompt buyers on favora-
Bile terms. March 20, 1856.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

New HAMpsHIRE.--The American can
dldate for Governor, in New Hampshire has
a-plnraliiy Of votes, and will be chosen by
the Legislature. That body has a majority
Of Americans and Black Republicans, over
the democracy, and the Republicans will sup
port the American candidate over the demo-
cratic. --
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Opponents of the American Party-Who
are They.

We give the names of few of the op ponents Of
the American Party, with their political classif-
cation, embracing distinguished men of other
States, and some who are considered distin-
guished in our own. Look at them:
Abolitionists. Democrats.
JOSHUA X. GIDDINGs, JAS. S. GREEN,
). r. CHASE, JNo. B. CLARK,
JNo. p. HALE, c. F. JACKSON,
N. p. BANKS, JAS. II. BIRCH
These are the opponents of Fillmore and Donel-
son. and the American Party. The names of
Greedy, Seward, Wilson, Ford, and other Alb
oitionists, will readily occur 10 the mind of the
reader, in connection with the names of other men
in our State.
GSS Look at them,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

ST. LOUIS ADvERrIsEMENTs.-- We ask
the special attention of persons about visit.
ing St. Louis, or those who want 10 make
orders, or send produce, TO the advertise.
ment of various business houses to be found
in the columns Of "THE TINES" Recolect
their names and numbers, the line of their
business, and give them your patronage.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

To CoRREspoNDENTs.-W have a num-
Der of communications on hand, which must
go over for few publications, until we get
more space. Of this class is the communi.
cation of "Physic," "Romelyn," "Educa-
ton" and others. "Sam'' will appear next
week.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

IL The Turf, Capt DozrrR's new boat,
has been up on her first trip. She is whole
steamboat, and is Offered by The right kind
OF men. The ''Dozier family" are too well
known in this trade to need commendation,
They have an excellent new boat, and never
fail TO please all who have dealings with
them.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Randolph House,

Main Street, west side of the Public Square,
HUNTSVILLE f, Mo.
G:S THE public are respectfully informed
lii that have taken possession of the above
House, with increased facilities for their accom-
mediation. Several very desirable additions have
been made 10 the Hotel, and ! am now fully pre-
pared to entertain in the most comfortable and
satisfactory manner, all who may give Inc their
patronage. JAMES FLORE.
march 20, 1856. .... ,.-
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
GUARDIANS NOTICE.

A Ill persons interested, are hereby notified that
"A at the March Term of the County Court of
Howard county, was appointed by SAID Court
Guardian of Jno. +. Nicolds, person of unsound
mind, and persons indebted TO said Nicolds, are
requested 10 call and settle Immediately. Credi-
itors of said Nicolds are urging the payment of
t,eir demands against him, and shall be compell-
ed to collect immediately what is due him.
March 20, 1856-4w. JOHN w. HENRY
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
ELM RIDGE ACADEMY.


TTNHE Summer Term Of the Session Of 1856 and
l. 80, began March Bird, and closes the third
Friday in June. Terms as follows:
Elementary English, $ 21
Advanced English, 8 *
Classics and Higher Branches, IL 90
Incidental expenses 80 cents per scholar.
Boarding can be had COMMITMENT TO the Acade
my. After an experience of three sessions in the
Schoolroom, the principal takes pleasure in re-
affirming the conviction with which he at first took
charge of Elm Ridge, that an efficiently conduc-
ted COUNTRY ACADEMY possesses umivaled adj
vantages for the healthy, social. moral and intel
lectual training of the young. All discipline and
instruction IN The School viii be conducted in ac-
cordance with his own views Of mind and its de-
veopment, confirmed by much reflection and the
more reliable test of experience. Devocdly at
tached to the profession of teaching, he will spare
no pains TO make the Academy all that IFS friends
can desire it.
W. RENFRo RoTHwELL, Principal.
March 10, 1856.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Fresh Groceries.

WE are now receiving our Spring supply of
w Groceries, and shall be getting fresh sup
plies by every Boat Persons desiring to purchase
their supply, will find our stock always large
and cheaper for cash than any credit house ear
possibly sell, We want produce of all kinds, viz
Faxseed, Dry Hides, Tallow, Beeswax, butter
Eggs, sc sc.
THOMSON, LEWIS s. co,
March -, 1856,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
BOOKS & STATIONERY

Post Office Book store.
TUST received at the Post Office Book Store.
- a fresh supply of Books, among which will
be found,
McCauly's History of England; -..
Webster's Unabridged Dictionary;
Fanny FERNS last Works;
Combs Phrenology:
Political and Gift Books;
The Deserted Wife;
The Lamp Lighter;
And many other of the latest and most interesting
Romances, Historical, and other Books.
Also-M'Guffey and Goodrich's School Books
States, Pencils, &c.
Letter, Foolscap, and Note paper, WATERS, Seal
ing-wax and Envelopes, fancy and plain.
Arnold's celebrated writing Fluid, Patent Ink
Stands, Metallic Pens; Pen-holders, Memorandum
Boolls-all for sale cheap for cash.
JOHN +. MARI.
Marctr20, 1866.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Young Black Nose,

Am WILL stead the present season, which
Nf0.has already commenced, and will end the
first day of July next, at the stable of Talton
Turner, of mile from the city of Glasgow,
on the road leading from Glasgow to Boonville,
and will be let to mares at Eight Dollars the sea-
son, and Twelve Dollars to insure colt, the mo.
ney 10 be paid when it is ascertained the mare is
in foal or parted with. Pasturage furnished for
mares at distance, but will MT be liable for es-
he
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
II GREATLY REDUCED PRI(I.Et
Many articles at and below
z "a ste n Cost.

As we are determined on not holding over any dc
scription of Fancy Goods.
These special bargains arc arranged distinctly
from our regular stock, and rs they compris. a
variety of new and desirable Goods adapted 10 the
season. our friends can readily select such articles
as suit them. With these inducements, and the
uniform low prices of our extensive and well %.
sorted stock, we hope TO make large additions &c
our list Of customers.
Our stock for the approaching season will he
gotten up with assduous regard 10 sterling value
and correct taste, and in exteht. variety and style
we promise our friends greater attractions thar,
ever, while our prices will be uniformly a leas'
as low as those OF any house above St. Louis.
We have long been satisfied that legitmat
credit business. pruden'ly conducted is. in thi
community. safe and beneficial 10 all parties cor
cerned. but il can only be so when the terms arc
compiled with IN both sdhs. Long standing in
debtedncss is embarrassing. and an unmixed evil
in bu5iness operations. With this point in view
the lotreSt rash rnluc will be unvarying STAN
dard of prices, and our usual terms of credit cx-
tended to prompt paying customers only.
After year Of unusual fertility we beg leave
10 remind our friends that the Merchants crop is
money. and payday his harvest time. and remain
The publc's obedient servants.
BOON. DUNCAN & SMITH.
Fayettc. January 1. 1856
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
.AIE
And Porter Depot.
n Ii ENfhklo
D. n, EVANS


DEALERin Ale, Malt Hops
w Wines and Liquors, Nos. POS and 211,
NORTH Main Street, opposite Missouri Hotel, st.
Louis, has in store the following, ~
2500 barrels Dayton Ale,
$500 barrels Pittsburg Ale,
1000 barrels Cincinnati Ale,
200 barrels Kennett Ale,
800 barrels Philadcpua Ale.
800 barrels Cincinnati Porter,
800 barrels pittsburg Porter,
300 barrels Philadelphia Porter,
It's casks Scotch Ale, pints, sup'r brands,
80 casks Scotch Ale, quarts, snp'r brands,
Is casks London Porter, quarts, sup. BIRDS,
125 casks London Porter.pints, sup. brands,
1000 bushels prime barley malt, *
200 gross porter and ale bottles, Pittsburg
manufacture,
30 half bales Corks,
1900 Ale Barrels, wood and iron hoped,
IS bales New York Hops sup'r quality.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

MURDER IN GnuSDY.--We learn that
Mr.. Reuben Metcalf killed Mr.. John Bow.
man, near Trenton, in Grundy county, last
Sunday morning. Bowman was stabbed
and died in about twenty minutes. Metcal
was in the hands of the law.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
FINAL SETTLEMENT.

NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned
In will make a final settlement of his admins
tration of the estate Of Gideon Gooch deceased,
at the next May term Of the Linn County Probate
Court. ELIJAH HARVEY, Admir-.
March 90 tQEf I,r
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Administrators Sale.

PURSUANT to an order of the County Court of
i Howard County, the undersigned will sell at
public sale, on Friday, 4th of April 1856, at the
following property which said deceased pos
sessed, viz:
One first-rate Horse Will. n Distif-
lery, containing stills, Tubs, sc.
One Apple Mill, and largs extra, good Hemp
Mill Stone; Horses, Cattle, Hogs, Work Oxen,
Sheep, Corn and Oats, Farming Utensils, Furni-
ture, &c.
TERMS.-Sums of So, and under, cash; over
that sum twelve months credit, purchasers giving
bond and security. w. Z. WARDEN,
March, 10 '56. c. j. WARDEN, Ia 49,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Season Arrangements for 1856.

81. Louis and Glasgow Saturday Packed.
nv p THE new and light draught passen-
ysssssttas5 - ger steamer, CARRIER, WIN. &. Pos
tai master, formerly of steamer Wenona,) will
leave St. Louis for Glasgow every Saturday, and
touch at all intermediate ports TO Glasgow. Re-
turning, will leave Glasgow at2 O'Clock, p. NJ, on
Tuesday, Boonyille, at p. NJ; Roeheport, lat p.
M, Providence at P. Nj. and Jefferson City at 10
A. NJ, on Wednesday, and arrive at st. LOUIS on
Thursday morning.
w. c. POSTAL, Comm'r.
JNO. A. SCUDDER, Clerk.
BARrHoLow s WILLIAMS, Agents, Glasgow.
march 90, ls56-6u.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
& Fine New Buggy and Harness
For sale.
FINAL SETTLEMENT.
LANDS FOR SALE,

'TNHE subscriber wishes TO dispose Of the an
neXed list of lands, which are offered for
sale on accommodating TERMS and tile warranted.
The greater part Of these lands lie contiguous to
the HannihaI and st. Joseph Railroad, and are
rapidly rising in value:
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
Description and Pedigree.

Young Black Nose is beautiful Chestnut Sor-
rel, six years old, fifteen and half hands high,
was sired by the celebrated old Black Nose, and
he by an imported horse. The pedigree of the
dam of Young Black Nose isunknown land ali that
can say of her, is that she was fine animal,
and fine breeder.
There are few of the colts of Young Black Nose
at Taton Turner's, and in the neighborhood,
which are very fine and promising, one year old
this spring. JNO. W. TURNER, Jr.
narch 90. 1855
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
SOLD BY

o. HENpERs5v, Glasgow; POWELL & Co. Cans
bridge; ]. b. CUNNINGHAM, Keytesyils; w. r.
SNELsoN, Fayettf; BAGBY & CO., Roanuake;I |. Y.
HARDY, Huntsvile;J, ", .Tgss.ER,. Caaslltpi
BARNAEn, ADAMS & PECK. 81. louis; aid 81
druggists. Jan. 10 lSSe-im
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
SUPERIOR
IT Il a. s.

II f. a. s.
In the Original half Chests, in Boxes, Of
6 and II pounds, and in Metallic
Packages, Of !, J, l, & lbs,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
GLASGOW, MISSOURI.
Thursday Morning, March 20, 1855.

Look for the K. a..
A cross (thus x Immediately beforethe
name, signifies that the time paid for has
expired.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
w, F. DUNNICA G. co!
NEW YEARS CARD.

WI avail ourselves Of the prcscnt OCCASION
w respectfully and gratefully 10 acknowledge
the continued and extensive patronage which On.
tourages us TO renewed exertons. and promises an
extended business through the present year, for
which we will be in all respects fully prepared.
Having kept our stock well up, by continued
additions 10 the latest period Of navigation, we en-
ter on the New Year with an ample supply Of as
descriptions Of Goods appropriate 10 the season
The large amount Of Goods which have btcr
pressed Oh the market in our town, Us auction
and cost, induces us TO commence the New Year
by offering a considerable proportion Of our stick
AT GREATLY REDUCED PRI(Tkt
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

WTOULD respectfully inform their friends and
w the public generally. that they are pfeFarcd
for doing en- extended business in their line,
and solicit cali or orders, pledging prompt atten
ton satisfactory work and prices
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20

Extract from letter of our Minister at the
Court of the Sublime Porte.
Legation Of the U. S. A.. CCr-strntinople, Turkey
DIR. J. c. AVER: Dear Sir-The CIERRI Pro,
roRAL received from you for the Sultan has been
delivered TO his private secretary at the palace and
you will doubtless hear from il in due season.
That you We're so kind as TO send me. has beer
given 10 friends, whc have in many cases, found
il exceedingly useful.
Nnurs raspar.Fu1't
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1856-03-20
(TranslatiEn
= - 49,
NcrluiiliOnyille. Ia.

NcrmIIlOnYlIIe. La, April INJl.
Mons. lie DR. J. c. AYER:-I have Of late made
frequent use of your Cherry PEcToRAL in my
practice, and happy TO inform you that in 10 case
vet has il failed me. | have made signal cures Of
Laryngti5 and Bronchitis with IT. and have com
pletely cured one case of Asthma, which had
withsiood every ether medicine c1ulf employ.
Accept, Sir, the assurances of my distinguished
consideration,
JULES CLAUD GOUGUET. MD.
Daily American organ., 1856-11-10
PLAN OF THE LOTTERY.

Ia the above scheme there are 10000 tickets, num-
berad from 70 s0,00a.
There are 222 full prizes and sss approximations,
making In ell ,110 prizes.
Thenumbera from te 10000 corresponding With
the numbers on the cketa printed on separate slips
OF paper, are rolled up aud encrcled with small IN
tubes and placed IN glass wheel
lavly printed and encircled are placed IN another
wheel Aner revolving the wheels, number =
drawn from fhe wheel of numbers, and al the same
time prize IL drawn from the other wheel BY boys
who are blindfolded.
the nnsnber and the prize drawn out are opened
and exhibited 10 the audience and registered BY The
Commissioncr, the prize being placed against The
number drawn.
This operation is repeated until all the prizes are
drawn ouh
The drawing il then printed, and, after eompari.
nou the Commissioner reriihea 10 It's correctness.
Prizes payable FORTY days after the drawing, n full
without deduction.
whole Tickets s20@ Halves, si0-~Quarters f6.
Address orders fur ticke&e ~.
n III. HUBBARD A CO.,
0aice az Fayette street. Box 40, BALTIMORE Nd,
oct 97--d&w
Daily American organ., 1856-11-10
800 POUNDS GOOD THINGS,
AND MORE ON THE WAY.

wMO you want French Nugm, Hgarshmnl-
IN ~ low Drops Cream Dates. Chocolate Cream
Drops. French burnt Almonds, Rock Candy, Gum
Drops ten different hav0rs; Juube Paste, Jenny
Sugar Almonds Coffee Grains Love Hearts. Choco-
late Dragees, Chocolate Caromel or Family Choco-
lata; Doves on Neat Fancy Figures Birds. Rings,
Hearts and general variety Of plmsn Steam Candy,
Raisins. Prunes, Figs, Datesg OF, DO Won want a
wedding Cake or Party furnished with Ice Cream,
SCI Please call me, and win ret everything pp
in handsome style.
All he above and general variety may BE- hnd q
y. II. RIDENOUR 4 CO,
nov Silt Ne. e04 IL, avenue, near Tenth a.
Daily American organ., 1856-11-10
APPROXIMATION PRIzRs.
APPROXIMATIONS PRIZES.

The two preceding and tke two succeeding num-
bers q hoe drawing The first 222 prizes will be en-
titled ao the s68 approximation prizes.
For axnmpe. IN ticket No. II $50 draws the 9l00,-
900 prize those tickets numbered l1,2As ,24Q,
251 and 1852 win each be entitled 20 $500, and 80
ON according 10 the above scheme.
If ticket No. should be drawn, the appr0xima-
tons would be q, 3, 29 999, and 10000. -.
n ticket No. 90 900 should be drawn, the approx
nations would be ,99S $1,000, J, and 2.
III ticket No. or 70 gss should be drawn, the ap.
proximatious win be on The same principle.
Daily American organ., 1856-11-10
PROCLAMATION.
May or's Gsmce |,

May 0rss Ofzsce,
washington, Oct. 3O, 1850.
49, III HEREAss by joint resolution
W. passed by the City Councils and approved
this day II ID declared that with grateful hearts we
recognise the mercies of kind aud overriding Proy
dence, from whom we have received all the blessings
Of life and the Mayor in requested 10 appont day
by proclamation, recommending TO aIl The inhahi-
tants Of this city TO refrain from their usual occupa
tions and devote ID 10 thanksgiving and praise 10 AL
mighty God as an evidence Of the city's gratitude
Now, therefore, \ request the inhabtsnts Of the
city of Washington 10 NET apart Thursday, the twenr
tieth day of November next, ~ day OF thanksgivs
ing and praise 10 Almighty God for the blessings OF
bestowed upon our people.