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z1sha'ses.

lust RECEIVED IS doz. boxes of
j Fresh Sardines doz. Gallon Jars Pick
les doz. gal ars. do. 3 doz. of Fir nch
do. a bbls Mackerel, Fresh Butter, fine
lot fresh cheese, and for sale Cheap for
Cash, by. loot 29l A. WILSON Il Co.
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To Engineers 81 the Fire Department
or B4 TDN ROUGE


A SAGENTS of the Manufacturers, we
n offer at Factory prices INDIA RUB
BIER BETTING, HOSE and PACKING.
Also, Oak tan'd. stitched and cernented
Leather Betting.
Description as follows
ply India Rubber Betting, from to 10
inches; ply India " 6 to 90
Hydrant House India Rubber ! TO J
inches Warranted to stand pressure Of IS
lbs. to sur, inch; Locomotive u Fire En-
CINE India r. Hose / I to 3; warranted to
stand pressure Of l75 bsto sqr inch. Pure,
Plain and Mixed Packing by the ID. Oak
Tan'd., Stocked, and Cemented Leather
Betting, from 2 to 90 inches wide.
All orders for the above goods filed at
shortest notice and fully guaranteed by
junl7. BARBEE II BENJAMIN.
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TIME VERY BEST.-Persons desiring
/ any Of the celebrated medieins cal
led Brandy, can gel some offhe pure and
unduItrated Pinet, Castillon 4 Co.'S. at the
Drug Store Of WIN. B0GEL.
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LIE AND PORTER.--A large supply
& Of Barclay, Perkins 4 Cos London
Porter and Tcunent Scotch Ale, warranted
Genuine lust received and for sale by
10 24Iy VIM. BOGEL, Druggist
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Carr and VYaggon Harness.

A FULL ASSORTMENT of Collars,
II Haunee, Blind BRIDES, Carl bfeeching
cart saddles, Wagon harness, Trace chains
&c, which we offer at moderate prices.
ianl sdyl LARGUIEH 4 LANOUE.
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70 PAINTERS IL GLAXEERs

OnA BOXES French and American
wv Glass; 10000 lbs pure aud No
White lead; 5000 lbs Zinc paint, best quail
ity; 100 gals Copal Yarnish; 90 gals Jaran
Varnish; 50 gals Demar Varnish, for zinc
paint; 5000 lbs Fire Proof paint, assorted
colors; 800 gals Linseed Oil; 200 gals
Spirits Turpentine; large assortment OF
Chrome end Paris Green; Chrome Yellow;
Fruss'~n Blue; Vernillion, Black and Red
Lead; lithrage; Paint and Var'isb Brushes
Sable Pencils, Top GraiDeFs, Blenders,
Crainng Combs, Gilders, Tirs, Gold Leaf,
Eluc, Green aud Brown Smalts; in fact
everything connected with this line which
they ole. at low prices not TO he undersod.
ianisdyl LARJUIER Il LANCUE.
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D R. s W A Y N Els
COMPOUND SYRUP OF
W I L D G II L L r 7.
u,.l.na f,nuuh. Rlnndy ExpectoratIop.

yfDlspf Cough, Bloody ExpeeHorRi'oR~
MuHEtm, Centre CO., Pa, Oct ., 1856.
rot only take pleasure, but deem 1t duty
owe to suffering humanity, TO certify pnblicly 70
IN tha great power ~ your COMPOUND sly
mp or WILD CHERRY. ! was taken with
n violent cough, and bloody expectorauon,
great wasting away OF my heshf III 'he symP-
toms If fxed consumption. After trying various
remedies without any relief, and hearing Of the
great virtues of your Syrup, eommeneeu us use,
and to nv great satisfaction ana astohIshhtht
of all around me, my Cough began 10 apa,e,
appetite improve, and in fact have pecoi's ~
healthy and heshy as ever. Some twelve fnoh'hs
have elapsed since the disease was first arres'eor
and have every reason TO believe that IL Is con-"
pletely eradicated from my system r
witness: Very Respectfully,
BENZ REIGHARD JACOB HAUs.
Extracts from the opinions Of the press
DIR. swayne's Family Medicines We believe 70
be unparalleled. and his Wild Cherry preparation
is the only one that contains the active prihe,pls
of this much valued medicinal Notwithstanding
Co1trier Ihtiadflphia.
We have used DR.. swavne's Medicines for n
number ofyears in our family, and always WIZ
the harpiest effect FjtsgernH I3fV ITEM, lhiH.
have used one bottle Of Dr. swayne's COM
POUND SYRUP OF WILD CHERRY, and believe
10 to be nj invaluable medicine ~. Sseset 'seht-
1and Ohio Time.
The Wild Cherry Of DR.. swayne is known to
have cured the most desperate cases OF Consurnp-
ton, and the vermifupe is q never failing worm
killer 1Hitonidn, Hiiton ~. ..-
Eofe-The above Invaluable medicine II pre-
ma red pnder the immediate care Of DR.. swayne, a
physician OF many years practice in Philadeiphin,
who was also connected with the Hospital ana
old Aims House in that city, served faithful term
OF practice in the Philadelphia Dspenshry. etc,
etc and In those institutions he enjoyed the most
ample opportunity Of obtaining an insight into
diseases In all thei, various forms, and The best
methods of their treatment BE particular 70
ask 70, swayne's COMPOUND SYRUP OF WILD
4 tnn N
tory North Seventh at. Philadelphia.
For sale wholesale and retail at proprietors
cost price by VIM. BoGEL, Baton Rouge Ia.
tbt7-y. sept.10--y.
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p. l.. VALET,
At his Drug Store on Third Street.

AT his Drug Store on Third street.
Is IN constant receipt Of PURE.
| FREsH DRUGg, MEDICINES dHkhI-
HAL& PERFU1fERTE,S dc. Ha has just receiv-
ed per ship Tempest, from N. Y. the following
/ Barrel Refined Alum
do. Coperas;
do Gum;
do. Gum ramphor. refined
do. Bicarb of Soda, / do Cream Tartar,
do. Fine white Gum Arabic.
10 Onz. Sulph Quinine;
40 dracbms Sulph Morphine
Best African Cayenne Pepper,
so lbs. Best Bermuda Arrow Root
American Scarfcators
Turkey Rhubarb, PuIv. 1pecac- &c.
All of which, be offers on the most rea-
sonable terms oct20. .
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Gum Drops.
Petroleum, or Rock Oil.

FIsHE most wonderful remedy ever dis
/ covered, procured from well in the
Allegheny mountains four hundred feet be-
low the earth's surface, will efectuaIIv cure
Piles, Deafness, Old Sores and Ulcers, Sore
and inhameo eyes, Rhumaiisrn, Neuralgia
White swelling, ert. for sale by
WIN. BOGEL, Druggist
march Is. Lafayette street
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E,iAtnr GshYYsnnnint,

CAN BE cfcctually cured by the use oil
" Hollands German Btters. Price re
duced to sevcnty-Gve cents, can always be
had fresh at The drug store of
octlo VIM. BOGFL.
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LAEpHEB EsEPAggTH ElN'T

Will be found fun Of FIounced and plain
Barages, AID SILK Tissues; Musins and
Organizes; Muslin, Jaconet II Oigandier
Robes Plain aud Printed BrIllianteens !,
Cambrics, Linen Lawns--in short every
thng in this lone line
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CAPITOL CHEAP STORE III
D-ECONOMY AND TAsTE,x0
GRACE,
Ease AMI TGAegRncs, ell Snsnbineu'
". Simon a. 90.

THERE rs NOTHING Of more inpor-
| tanre to this community than to know
where to get, PERFECT FRS, at suita-
bic prices. j. E1MoN g. CO.. filled with
Samaritan like philanthropy, would res
pectfulY direct the weary with being
humbuggetD people, Of this honest place
to their establishment, opposite the Post
office, where The
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TO EsEackssmitsaa. Carpenters
and d;nOsbers.

A NvlLS, VICES, BELLOWS, Stock
n and Dies, Plates, Wedges, longs. Files
of all sizes and description, also a full as
sortmeut of Carpenters and Coopers tools.
iau1sdyl LARGUIER y LANOUE.
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DER HARDENS EXPRESS,
| A superior lot Of Table aud Pocket
Cutlery, Just received and Tor sale by
jan1sdvl LARGUlER 4 l. ASOUE..
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THE subscriber having been appointed
Aren't for East ana West Baton Rouge
for Smith Mcleod & Cos superior and
pure Bi-Sulph Of Lime. Plasters will find
t to their interest to buy here.
noy9. VIM BoaEL, Druggist.
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Z s. HALL, Attorney al Law, Lauro'
-, street. Baton Rouge, Ia. iant7y.
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NHAMPAIGNE! CHAMPAIGNEl-
" The undersigned has just received a
supply of the genuine piper heidsick
champagne in baskets of pints, of quarts
for sale by any quantity; also some OF the
celebrated champagne of Desbordes file
Jan 81 Y. WM. boGEL, druggist,
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Fine Tens.

OE0 POUNDS, quarter, hah ana
LCU pound packages, choice green and
hlakc teas. Just received from \. Y. and
for sale by Joohoh DEC ~
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JOSHUA BEAL, General Produce
- Dealer &c, Church St. between Third and
fayette streets. aug20.y.
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PROFESSIONAL CARDS.

TYR. q. w. DEAR1NG, offers his pro-
~ ferqfonal services to the public Residence
and oHioe on MAN, between Church and North
street may 10y.
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I|rnos anb Mfoifinfs.
VIM. BOGEL,
Eprysggisf end Ap0tfneCRry

VIM. BOIHL,
Druggist end ApotFaecRry
II EEpS constantly on hand . large and
II well selected stock Of fresh Drugs ana
Medicines. All his preparations are pre-
pared by Northern manufactures, and put
~ in the very best,nannef to preserve their
medicinal virtues, In climate like this
persons should not overlook this important
consideration.
~ Prescriptions filed with care at any
time of night Of day. octl0-y
FIELDING MUSSELMAN.
wholesale and Retail Dealer in all kinds
or C0NFECTI0 MARI Els.
Conner of Third and Laurel SITS, NEARLY
opposite the Bank Baton Rouge
HAVING this day REDUCED his prices,
LII he is prepared to furnish all kind oil
CANDY at WHOLESALE and RETAIL, on
more favorable terms than can be rad in N
Orleans; and having experienced workman
his candy will always be PURE and FRESH
care being taken that no S'deleterions lngre-
dentr is used in its manufacture, as is toe
often the case with confectionery purchased
a. AUCTIONS aud from irresponsible houses
He trusts that the trade of this, and the
adjoining parishes, will give him their or
ders to fill, which he il prepared TO do to
any amount, having made arrangements foI
the best quality of sugar in market, and be-
ing in correspondence with one Of the large
est houses in New York, to supply him with
fancy confectionery and articles in his line
September 7,-y.
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A MONTAN u BRO, Grocers, cor.
N. Church end rhlrd streets, Baton Rouge.
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wooden Ware

AXE, Hatcbet, Tile, Anger and Chisel
n Handles, Clothe Lire Reels, Horse
and White Wash Brushes, Paint Brushes
and Sash Tools, for sale by -
mayo. MON AN q noooG =.
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TOUIS GRANDPRE, Aotioneer.-
IL oniee, at The Mayors oilace, Ba on Rouge.
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DIRECT FROM THE MANUFAC-
~ lures Mahogany Bebsteads, Ward
robes; Wash stands; Bureaus, Tables, &c.
Gilt and Mahogany Peir, Nantes and
Looking Glasses.
U~Call aud examine, as our stock is
now complete.
dec20-y. y. P4fEs O. To-
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Something Wortl, Reading 7!

ry1IIE SUBSCRIBERS would call The at
4 tcntiou Of purchasers to the large adj
dtions now being made to their stock,
among which may he found
An eIegan. assortment OF PIaiedand Japan
ed Walters, in sets and single;
Coffee Urns, with and without drip ofs;
Gill Il Ornamental Hall Lamps & Lanterns;
Gilt Solar and Side Lamps, Tor Oil, Spirit
Gas and CamphiDe;
Cut and Pressed Glass, China 4 Flint ware
Brass, Copper, Ornamented and Common
Coal Holds;
Elegant Polished Steel Fire Irons and And
Irons; with a large variety OF
housekeeping articles;
a fine assortment of Window Shades;
Transparent Paper shades for Lamps;
Glass, Gilt and Plated Curtain Bands
Git Curtain Cornices;
Also, n Pine Assortment of;
Rich Gilt Gift Cups, Ttte-a-Tete, Sets
Fancy Cologne and Toilet Bottles
Mantle Ornaments &c, suitable
For Chris mas Presents.
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NEW WINE AND LIQUOR STORE,
No. 500, Pennsylvania Avenues north side,
BetUeen Second and Third Streets, m
~ 5l.psa WASHINGTON. liG.t aoa

!. J. 4fA
ID M. A. FENWICK respectfully in-
Ihs forms his friends and the citizens of Wash
ington and vicinity generally that he has justopened
at the above place an extensive ts3a.sG1 Z
WINE AND LIQUOR STORE, -
Comprising every variety of the very best and purcst
kinds, and most approved brands ever introduced
into this city which he is ready to sell wholesale OF
retail to dealers, hotel keepers or families on the
most advantageous terms. His stock Of Wines and
Liquors have been selected with the greatest care,
and persons purchasing from his establishment will
be satisfied that the articles fully what he repre-
sents them to be- He pledges himself that nothing
shall be wanting his part to merit share Of pub
lie patronage.
He enumerates in part, the following kinds he has
now in store, viz lf,,L-. ", afs
Old Otard, Old London Dock. Pale, Old Pinet
Cherry Peach, Ginger.
Bourbon, Old Rye Old Monongahela, Scotch, and
Irish. GIN.
Old Holland, Schiedam Schnapps
.E JAMAICA SPIRITS, RUM, DC o
, ~ w tihU 10 WINES. il
. Superior Old Port Amontiffndo Sherry, Superior
Sherry, Hook, Heidsick, Champagne of the best
brands s. S. Madeira DC. n tt.,g 7f4as ga sst
= ~, BEST HAVANA CIGARS.
Also, Sweet Oil, Sardines, Pickles, Olives, Lob
sters and other Preserves, Sauces, DC. 6 sasataa'
oct S0---3tdWSm ts.ttw s.if RG &stt3lE
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aEDIc4L AD7ERTIsEEENTS.
DR.. L.. B. WRIGHTS a
LIQUID CAT III A = TIC,
PIoasant Family Rhystc.

f Pleasant FanfTy PAysic.
a N ENTIRELY VEGETABLE preparation, poa-
n SAINT to the taste, unexcsalsd In it, scton upon
bilious aas apd s5 Eoua ny'i fs Tas Ris WoRiD
have used it constantly in my practice for upwards
Of ten years in all cases where good pnyslc ana ~
it. II is the Physician Assistant as we'll as the safest
family medicine il use- Children drink 2 with plea
sure II will not nauseste the weaks9t stomach IL
and i sure % srsdicats ali impurities from the sys-
tenn if it is properly taken Already AtnonsAnds OF
living Witnesses are ready TO testify 70 its superior
virtues, independent off purgative and snti-nous
in a few days. 1t is never-failing cure for Head
ache Liver Complaint, Jaundice, Kidney Complaint,
Bilious Fever, Pains In the Side, Back, Breast and
Limbs, Colds, Crampa Worms, Lumbago, Biotches
ON the Skin Pimples, Cutaneons Eruptions, ObstIuc
tons in the System, Constipation Of the Bowels, Dir
ziness. Mercurisl Diseases Pleurisy, Female lrregu
arities Bowel Complaints, Ulcers OF all kinds, &C
1t cleanses by its superior medicinal virtues Inc u
cerous humor from the blood and corrupt bile from
the stomach, carrying it off through the natural
channels it nyigoraes the blood and leaves the sys
tenn healthy. i ask my friends TO test the above
medicine and pronounce verdict as tney snail p
impressed by the evidence. Those who know me
professionally will not doubt its worth. k ~
Since its first introduction, no medicine has attain
ed such wonderful popularity, and its sales have IN
creased beyond the most sangune hopes OF srlends
Neighbors recommend 1t as n safe and unequalled
physicl Physicians carry it. with them Children
win take no other after trial. and parents should
use no other in their families People living in low
and marshy countries, subject 70 deadly miasmas,
where Fevers, Ague and Fever, and bilious com.
plants are more apt to be, will find the Liquid
tathartic" the most potent remedy yet tried Give
il q trial .vt
Co, and G. 81. Ring, New York.
Full directions accompany each bottle. Price SO
and 25 cents of ten and twenty doses "A
Principal Depot 4o9 Broadway, N
spectacle Druggists throughout the country oct is
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
MARBLE MANTE1s.

MARBLE WORK S,-The Subscriber
lvA begs leave 20 inform his friends and the pub
lie that he has increased bis Dosk Of Marble Mantes,
comprising Sienna, Brockedelis. Spanish, Egyptian
plain, of the best quality newest STYLE and superior
hnah, which he offers for sale low for cash. 81. 4.
Also. 90 Marble Monuments, Tombs, and Head
stone Slabs; Eastern Marble for window-ss lintes,
TOPS Soapstone Calcined plaster, $3 per barrel N
{ Also on hand large lot of Connecticut Brown
Stone New York Flags and steps, suitable for build
ing purposes.
He invites the attention of builders and others to
his stock and will endeayor to give satisfaction to all
who NAV favor him with their orders.
WIN. RUTHERFORD,
NJ aup 2---ly On e street. bet. 18th and 18th.
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
AMERICAN ORGAN.
A Sigh.


By NJ LOUISE DUYFIELD. sagnn
ain weary dear father
I am weary to-day .ang,a a
Oh for thy blessed love light o.s@
To brighten my way. sas (
MY path has grown dark, father,
With no loved one TO guide;
All ! am sorrowing ever, ha N
For nv place at thy side. az
There are dark clouds around me,
And enshrouded in gloom
Are the hopes Of a wild heart, yal,r
Which Is now but tomb. atF'H
There are kind ones to greet me, .el-
Gentle eyes beam on mine !; 1,
But I'm pining dear father, NJ n
For the love light of thine. aet
Washington, d. c., March "a, 1866.
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
FASHIONABLE DANCING,
At Nun d er,s Asse m bly, Hall.

" W.MUNDER, Professor of Dancing
He at Georgetown College and Convent, and
principal teacher of Washington city, has the honor
to announce to his former patrons and the public
generally that he will resume the duties OF his School
on Thursday, November 9Th, 1855, at Numbers AS
sembly Hall, adjoining the Star ofice, at o'clock,
p. M. for ladies, misses, and masters, and on tns
same evening at - for gentlemen
He feels assured that the unequalled progress OF
his numerous pupils in his former classes ia sufh-
cient guarantee of his superior skill an instructor
Prof NJ begs leave TO remind the public OF the
unbounded success of his May Festival Ball. at the
National Theatre, which was attended by upwards
of 1000 persons.
His new Hall, which is one Of the largest, most
beautiful and in the city, with
two large dressing and supper rooms added, which
can be tented for balls and parties. The location Is
convenient to persons residing in any part OF che city
Days of Tuition On Tuesday and Thursday at
o'clock, p. NJ, and on the same evenings at tor
gentlemen.
will be formed shortly ihe .
All who desire to join his classes, will please apply
at Mr.. John r. Elss Music store, Pennsylvania ave-
nue.. near Tenth street. or to Prof NJ at his rooms,
ON the above days A subscription list is now open
to receive the Of those wishing season uckets
to the Soirees. Only IS for the season. ,. II
oct 30-df
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26

By which they are arrested checked and by Civ
ing tone and health to the general system; they are
therefore an eectual remedy In all cases Of dtcut
painful or obstructed menses having been used IN
mutitades Of cases, in the private practice OF the
they have proved TO be of the highest value and ef-
cacy. Price 30 cents.
DR.. BROTHERS. DIAPH0RETIC P0WDERS.
These Powders form a very valuable Anodyne, IN
aphoretic and Sudorifc compound. They are b-i
Erysipelas, Diarrh9a Dysentery, Cholera Morbus |;
and 10 all cases where an anodyne, combined with
sudorihc is required. In these diseases, 1t should
be administered in small doses II isslso applicable
TO many other diseases, such as rheumatism and
gout colo, and gripping pains, &c. II promotes per,
spiraton without increasing the heat OF the body ana
produces constant moisture Of the skin for great
length of time while 1t allays irritation and gives
rest 80 cents RFFf sep lo-eodly
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
CERTIFICATE OF WM.6J J. ATWOOD.
.s-IT sHUsrsvfLLE, YADKIN Co, N. C.,it5.

gst4ft UFeaF hwr November 4, 1000.
DEAR SIR: Allow me TO express TO you my sincere
thanks for your discovery of medlcne which, tosay
the least of it. has effected cure that all other med
icines that have taken have ennreiy iahed 70 90
Hootand's German Btters have cured me Of the most
stubborn and aggravated case of the Piles that per-
hans ever fell TO the lot of man. My case is not
stranger in this community as l am well known in
This and the surrounding Counties and can truly say
that INV recovery has astounded all my friends and
relations, as / had tried everything recommended
and nothing did me any good, until was prevailed
upon to try the Bitters You are at liberty TO make
ay use of this communication, for the be eit OF the
afflicted, you may think proper. o.. ,,,roo,
Truly, yours, VIM ). AIWooD.
DIR. G. M. JACKSON. ....E,.s
Thcse Bitters are entirely vegetable. They invig-
orate and strengthen the system, never PROSTATE ~
and can be used for infants AZ well as adults.
For sale by respectable dealers everywhere, and oy
r. ID. GILMAN, Washington.
J. A.. KIDWELL, Georgetown.
J. r. PIERP0NT, Alexandria
jan 4-d8m - -
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
BOUNTY LAND.

.nEFICERS, Soldiers, Sailors, Marines,
NJ Landsmen Flotilla men, Chaplains, Clerks,
Indians, Wagon-masters, and Teamsters, (their
widows or minor children who have not yet received
full 100 acres, and who have been in service IA days.
are entitled to land in any war since 1870.
I widows. whose husbands died while in service,
are entitled to pensions, and minor orphans OF such
to s wears hafpay. All who believe themselves en-
titled to Land-bounty, and Pensions, will be bene-
fitted by calling on the subscriber either in person or
by letter postpaid corner Of 7th and streets, No.
482, opposite General Post Office.
~ Claims from agents examined and prosecuted upon
the most reasonable terms
Nopay in advance, and no-chsrge Il nothing u CD
tanned .B Es fFEE
eN- Refers to the citzens generally. I ss sgqgi
Special attention given TO Suspended claims.
JNO. JOHNSON,
i AID 1s-ly Agent for Bounty Land Pensions.
Daily American organ., 1856-03-26
Scene in Court.

cCCnC IN NOuits a 2 + !. .
Judge. Bring the prisoner into court
Pete Here is, bound to blaze, as the spirits
OF turpentine said when it was all a-ire. 4
Judge We viii take little fire out of Won.
How do you live iis HsfA Ef3&
Pete. Aint.particalar, as the oyster said when
they axed him II he'd be fried or roasted.
Judge. We don't want to hear what the oyster
said, or the turpentine either. 3...1,s !
What do you follow M R.gt E-s i.
Pete Anything that comes In my way, as the
locomotive said when he run over the little nir
Judge. We don't care anything about the loco
motive.
What's your businessg S.. ga..'a /
Pete That's various, as the cat said when she
stole the chicken of the table. sr a iaa G
Judge. That comes nearer the line, suppose.
Pete. Altogether in my line as the rope said
when it was choking the pirate.
Judge. If hear any more absurd comparisons,
viii give you twelve months. ass !
Pete. / am done, as the beef steak said to the
cook. sYrF - RfsfTT
Judge Now, sir, your punishment shall de-
pend upon the shortness and correctness of your
answers suppose you live by going round the
Pete. No, sir, can't go around the docks with
out boat, and han't got none
Judge. Answer me.
How do you get your breadf A. MI
Pete. Sometimes at the bakers, and sometimes
/ eat tater. 81 at II -
Judge No more Of that stupid insolence.
How do you support yourselfa
Pete. Sometimes on my legs, and sometimes ON
. chair.f t e saf 81 satGfs0g tG
Judge. order you now TO answer this ques.
ton correctly.
How do you dog
Pete. Pretty veil, ! thank you, Judge
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Judge. | shall commit you.
Pete. Well, you've committed yourself first.
that's some consoIation.
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