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The Davenport daily gazette. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1869, 1857-07-28

"u sop, sna saad 20 MN, Jerry, want that
carried home,n when he took the handle in
his mouth, 70 try to carry II, but q II ex-
tended up "a his breast, and prevented his
taking his usual step, he eat il down again,
when she said, Never mind, Jerry, IL that
V to much Tor you, will send for il !" he
immediately took Il up, and although he
could not lift II moro than two inches from
the ground, he carried il all the way home
for her.
He will lin At sack Of gold dust until his
hind feet are both several inches frum the
aoor. IL sent to . store across the street o.
: jig Of liquor, and he cannot carry Il, ~
will be- sure 70 drag II over---if at Ill posi-
bic, and never mistakes IN empty one for .
full one. When his master asks him TO fitch
~ sncks, or his boots, or his hat, or c0at, a.
anything else, be never gets the wrong arti-
Gle, = be has got good menory 10 rrmem-
her the names VI everything told him.
To see what be would do. several men.
with has naseer's coassnt, tied string and
pan to his tail, buf Instead e running "a -
most dcgs would, be turned and 6it the
string In two; then took hold of the string
and draegcd the pan along. lie will 70 up
and down ladder by himsef. IL several
men are in the cabin, and his master on 10
~ out sho0ld tell him not 20 ieave Il, III q
IT, combined would pot be able u coex
Mn ont.
He Y very fond Of music, and viii walk
1891 sor hoan, wa0ing his tail, whenever
-. Carts q miner Ilviag In the sams cabin
PAY upoa - haljD; and so~et;mex =
woela rsn areon4 enaoAing q u taiI. and
eesa1ng, w. ~ mneie oSonoa.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
Proposals for a Bridge.

CEALED PROPOSALS will be received
- by the Board Of Commissioners of the
village of North East, until the 10th day of
May next, for the erection of a Culvert over
the Run in said village, and the grading of
the same. according to the following specif-
cations, to wit:
The abutments to he 3 feet 6 inches al the
bottom and 1T in at top; IT 6 in under
ground and the same above, and 20 # long.
The arch to be of the best hard bricks, in.
thick, 20 It long, I it wide, with circle Of
It e in. The wing walls to be 9 # from the
bottom OF each abutment, and to extend over
the whole to the height Of 9 1T; to be . # 6
in. at bottom and it 8 in at top. The whole
to be laid in the best mortar, and to be ether
wise done to the satisfaction of said Board -
The grading can be done by the yard, or
otherwise, according to agreement, and can
be included with the masonry; or they will
receive separate proposals for each. The
whole to be completed by the goth day Of
June next.
Proposals to be endorsed. "Proposals for
building the Culvert," and directed to the
President Of the Board Of commissioners Of
the village of North East.
Persons wishing to bid for the same, can
receive any further information by applying
to any member of said Board. Apr. 25, Wv
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
HOVER'S LIQUID HAIR DYE.

TEllS Hair Dye needs only trial to salts
l. fy all Of its perfection as a Dye, and the
following testimonial from that eminent An
alytic Chemist, Professor Booth, of the U. S
Mint, will only confirm what thousands have
previously borne testimony to.
"LABoRATonY FOR PRACTICAL CHEMISTRY,
st. Stephens Place.
Philadelphia. FEB. 17th, 1857
"Beingwell acquainted with the substances
composing Hover's Liquid Hair Dye, | am
satisfied that by following the simple drec-
tons given for its Use, it will not njure the
Hair or Skin, but will give natural and du-
rable color to the hair.
JAS. G. BooTH, Analytic Chemist"
HOVER'S WRITING INKS, including
Hover's Fluid, and lIover's Indelible Inks,
are too well known and introduced to require
any additional testimony Of their character.
The sales have been increasing since their
first Introduction, giving evidence that the
articles truly possess that intrinsic merit
claimed at first for them by the manufacturer
Orders addressed to the Mandatory, No.
4l6 RACE Street above Fourth, (old No l44, }
Philadelphia, will receive prompt attention
by JOS. 4. HOVER,
apr ~ ly Manufacturer.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
Farmers Depot & Plaster Mills,

AT THE JUNCTION OF
York Arenue, Crorn and CallowhW SIS,
PHILADELPHIA.
WYE offer large stock of Chemical Manure and
w Fertilizers nj low prices and warranted to
DO genuine; among which will be found
600 tons No. | Government Peruvian Guano
900 tons DE Burg's No Super Phosphate of Lime
Tho above standard articles are each of their
kind. the best in the WORLD Our Land Plaster.
manufactured from selected stone, is celebrated
throughout the Union for its purity and strength
We invite orders for:-De Burgs No. | Super
Phosphate of Lime; No. l Government Peruvian
Guano; French's improved super phosphate of
Lime; French's Philadelphia Poudrctte; No |
Phosphate Guano. (PLilada's Co.'S Mexican Gu
ano (A.;) Extra Land Plaster; Chemical Bone Fish
Guano. ordinary Land Plaster Pure Bone Dust;
Ground Charcoal.
10000 barrels Land Plaster
1900 Casting Plaster,
10000 ' Hydraulic Cement.
5000 " True Roman Cement,
1000 Portland lEnglish) Cement
Also, Dentists Plaster, Stereotype Plaster. Glass
Makers Plaster, Ground Soap Stone, Ground
White Marble, Ground Blue Marble, Powdered
Anthracite Coal, lin bbs Powdered Bituminous
Coal lin bblsl Ground Brown Stone, lin bbls)
White Sand, lin bbls) Ground Erick for Painters
Powdered Bone Black.
FRENCH, RICHARDS 4 co,
Steam Mills and Farmers Depot Mt junction of
York Avenue, Crown and Callowhills SITS. Phila-
deIphia march q 2m
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
North EAST, NEW STORE.

HENRY BENNETT has opened with an
l. lentirc new Stock of Goods, such as are
usually sold in all country towns. His stock
is well assorted, selected with great deal Of
care, and will be sold at the very lowest
prices, either for cash or country produce.
1t consists Of the following goods. A COM
plete assortment of
DRY GOODS AND GROCERIES,
BOOTSASD SHOES, HATS AND GAPS,
QUEENSWARE AND HARDW ARE,
PROVISIONS AND DRUGS,
READY MADE CLOTHING
The most complete assortment Of BUILD
ING HARDWARE and Carpenters Tools
that has ever been offered in this part of the
country, which will be sold at equally as low
prices as they can he sold in Phiada.
His CLOTHING is got up entirely under
his control by an A. No. Tailor, who gets
up his work in the best manner. Customer
work got up at the shortest notice and in the
best style.
N B.-The highest price paid for all kinds
of country produce by
HENRY BENNETT,
North East, Cecil Co. Md.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
COATSVILLE
MALE AND FEMALE ACADEMY,

AN
English, Lingual, Mathematical, Com.
merciaI and Fine Art Institution.
q. C. COCHRAN, M. A., Principal.
TINE Summer Session commences April
l. 7th and continues until the 9th Of Juns
next.
The above Institution affords SOME advan-
tages, which we feel satisfied no one Institu-
ton in our conDtry presents, among which
may be mentioned; as under:
FIRST.-The method pursued in impart-
ing knowledge Of the Greek and Latin Lam
guages, is that Of LITERAL and IsrERLISEAR
TRANsLATfoNs. furnished gratuitousy, which
abbreviatcs the period of study, reduces the
amount of labor, and increases beyond all
other systems, tho actual requirements Of
the student, On this subject, more in full,
see, Catalogue.
COND.-PESMANsAIP and DRAWING,
The Artist having charge of this Department
is one OF the best in the State, and was awar
ded the premium for his specimens at the late
Chester Co. Horticultural Fair.
TllIRD.--MoDEkN LANGUAGES are targh
by German, who speaks fusntIy both the
French and German Languages.
FOURTlI.-MusIcAL DEPARTMENT, This
department is under the supervision Of ma
tive German. possessing rare and acknowl-
edged ability and attainments.
FlFTH.-LEcrCREs before the students by
some of the most popular lecturers in the
State; with also course on AGRICULTURAL
CHEMISTRY by professional teacher and
lecturer.
For further particulars see Catalogue or
address the Principal, Coatsville, Chester Co.
Pa.
CATALOGUE for present year containing
much valuable matter to students, just pub
lshed, and will be sent, postage prepaid, on
addressing as above, to any pant Of the Uni
ted States or Canada
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
Esculapius Drug Store.
Bennetts EmbrOcatiOn!l

~ THIS Great Linmcnt is now almost uni
w versally used as the best application for man
IA Or horse for all outward anf ections such AZ
sprnins, Pains Bruises, Fresh Cuts, Rheu-
matlsIn, Neuralgia, &c, 1t gives instant relief,
and makes far more cures than any other liramcnt
sold 1t IS also found upon experience. to be
certain cure for chapped cracked hands, and
makes them white. smooth and soft To those who
are annoyed with rough and sore hands it is es
pecially recommended 1t has gained the almost
entire medical faculty where it is known to its IA
vor, and is largely prescribed in their practice,
with entire satisfaction Don't suffer then but uso
Benefits Embrocation, the great Linamcnt
Benefits Dia,rhea .hirture.
This mixture is too we'll known to need comm cnt
1t is undoubtedly safe and the most speedy cure
now known for Cholera Morbus Diarrhna, Cholic
and all like affections of the bowels; and should
have place in the medicine chest of every family
as it might be required in time of emergency to
save life. Tho season is now approaching for bow
ell affections, and it is to be hoped that every fam.
lily will supply themselves with this mixture. "A
word to the wise is sufficient
BENEFITS Indian Oil.
This splendid preparation for the hair Inns stood
the test Of competition, and rises superior in the
conflict of Pomades, Katharions, Regen orators ard
all else heaped upon the people. This Indian Oil
is truly deserving tho name it BEARS as clean
and invigorating Tonic for the head and bcautying
properties upon the hair.-It is much improved
oeing now, by fltering process, cleaned of all
Impurities, and is balm sufficient to beautify the
hair without the greasy and gloomy appearance
put up in larger bottles which makes it a very de-
sirable and cheap Hair Oil.
ty These medicines for sale by all Drug
gisls.-Aierchants and others must order from
JOSEPH S. BENNETT.
Apr rs If 104 Market st, Wilmington, Del
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
ELkTON ACADEMY.

HNIIE Trustees would announce that the
Il Fall Session of this lnstitu tion com
menced on the 25th ut., under the SUPER
vision Off. Q. A. Jones, A. NJ, assisted by
Mrs. ]. Q. A. Jones', both experienced
Teacher. In order to place tho best educa-
| ttonal advantages within the reach ri all,
| they have considerably reduced the rates Of
| tuition. They would therefore hop that tho
public will give increased patronage to the
School, thar ii may le enabled to sustain
Itself AMI be made First Class Institution
Learning. The branches will be such as are
! taught in all our higher schools and colleges,
and pupils may obtain a thorough English
or Classical Education without going from
home.
RATES or TUITION
1st Class-Spelling, Reading, Writing.
Elementary Geography, Arithmetic and
Grammar, per term, - $500.
2ni Cl.ss-Including Gramma,, Grogr.-
ply, Arithmetic, Book Keeping, Mensuration
Algebra, Geometry, Nat. Philosophy, His
tory and Botany, per term, 500.
Bird Class-Trigonometry, Surveying, Po-
litical Economy, Science Of Government,
Rhetoric, History of Literature, Mythology,
Logic, Geology, Mete orology, Mental and
Moral Philosophy, Natural heology, Evil
dences Of Christianity and the Latin Ian
guage, per term, SIS 90.
ANY of the above named branches with
the Greek, French or German Language and
Literature, per term, $500
EXTRAS:
NJ SIC on Piano or Mslodeon, Iet
term, $500
Percil Drawings or NJ onochromatics 800
Painting in Water Colors, 3.Go
." Oil Col0rs, 500
Embroidery and Needle Work. l.O0
An extra charge of 90 cents for each Of t...
two Winter terms to dcfray expenses Vt
fuel &C., will be made on each pupil.
Eleven weeks constitute one term.
No deduction for less than weeks !oss
time. GEO. II. HOWARD, President.
+. A. ELLIS, Secretary.
September s, l856-tf
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
& Chiildrens' Wear.
Drug, Paint and Glass
WHOLES.ALE WAREHOUSE,
Corner of Tenth and Market Streets.


Office in Second Story, PHILADELPHIA.
fT7We invite attention to our large stock of
Drugs, Paints. Oils; Narnishcs. &c. selected ex-
pressly for our sales. and comprising one of the
finest assortments in the United States which We
offer at low prices, for cash or approved credit.
WE MANUFACTURE very extensively:
Premium Pure White Lead. (besU
Kensingion Pure White Lead
Pearl Snow White Lead,
'.Nieile Montague French Zinc (best,)
Pure Snow White American Zinc,
Philadelphia Snow White Zinc.
Silvers Plastic Fire and Weather proof Paints
Chrome Greens. Yellews and colors gene rally
AGENTS FOR
Porters superior Alkaline Window Glass
Genuine French Plate Glass. (warrantcd)
The New Jersey Zinc Conf any's products,
Tllden and Nephcw's n Y Varnisbes.
Brooklyn Premium Pure White Lead,
llampden Permanent Greens,
Pure Ohio Catawba brandy, &C.
IMPORTERS OF:
French and English Plate Glass
French and English Cylinder Glass,
Colored and Engraved Window Glass,
Dagucrreo'ype Glass.
Hammered Plate for Floors and Sky. Lights,
Drugs. Chemicals, Perfumery, DC.
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN:
Druggists Articles generally.
Painters Tools of all descriptions,
Hydraulic and Roman Cement,
Calcned and Land Plaster,
Paper Makers Clay, Satin White &c
FRENCH, RICHARDS CO.,
Store, n W cor. of Tenth and Market Streets
Factory junction York Avenue, Crown and Cal
lowhi.l SITS, Philadn IApr 5m
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
COLEM ANS
PLANTATION OR EARN MILL.

TNflIS is the most efficient, simple and du-
Il rabie Farm Mill now in use, and il pre-
csely meets the wants Of every Farmer, as
it is not only adapted to Grinding Corn in the
Ear, but will grind with rapidity ShelIed
Corn, Wheat, Rye or Oats, into fine or coarse
meal. as desired; also Flour if required. 1t
is easily attached to horse, steam or water
power.
Messrs. Rogers II Boyers, -Gentemcn:
1t affords me pleasure to state. that the
America Farm Mill that l have purchased
from you, has rendered me entire satisfac-
ton. l have already ground over 500 BUSH
els of corn with it, and upon examination
cannot see any perceptible wear. l have
ground from ten to twelve bushels per hour
with ease. Isaac HARRISON,
Jacobsfomn, N J.
Messrs. Rogers Il Boycr,:-TIaving used
one of your Farm Mills with my Sweep Power,
and having ground over 500 bushels Of
corn and oats. can fully testify its superior
merits. ! can grind with ease from eight to
twelve bushels per hour fine enough Tor feed
ing. And having examined the Mill, | am
satisfied that it must be durable, az it does
not appear to be much worn. PETER HorFER,
Feb 10, 1851 Old Fo,t, Center CO, Pa.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
Receivers Sale of store Goods,
Clothing, cord Wood and other
Personal pr0Deety.

TN pursuance and under the authority of an
lorder Of the circuit Court, for Cecil Coun-
ty, in Chancery, the subscriber will offer at
public sale to the highest bidder at his Of
flee, in the town Of Elkton, on
Saturday, The 18th day of May ncrt,
the following property, viz, u lot of Ready
Made Clothing, such as Goats, Vests, Pants,
Drawers and Shirts. Hats, Caps, Boots and
Shoes, and quantity of Groceries. Teas,
Coffee, Rice, Soaps, and Spices, Cigars, To-
bacco, and some remnants Of Dry Goods
Also, one large Iron, (Wilder) Safe, which
cost SO in New York. Also; Four Now
York Dray Cars, with lot Of cart or car
gears.
Also; a quantity of Pine and other cord
Wood, lying at Randefs Point, on Back
Creek, about two miles below Chesapeake
City; to be sold by the cord, delivered on the
shore, and reasonable time allowed to re-
move it.
TERMS OF SALE-All sums of twenty-five
Dollars and under, cash. For all sums above
Twenty five dollaIs, a credit of six months
will be allowed, with notes and approved Sc
curity, bearing interest from day of sale will
be required. Sale to commence at l O'Clock
a. NJ. ER. ELLIS,
April IS is RECEIVER, &c.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
New London Academy.

The summon Session of this Institution will com.
mence on the first Monday of May
The Principals, having lately purchased n largo
brick building which is admirably adapted to tho
purpose Of BOARDING house and has been within
the past year completely filed up are enabled to
offer to students accommodations still more pleas
ant, convenient and comfortable than heretofore.
Both, Boarding house and School will 30 con-
stantly under their personal supervisors by which
this Institution affords superior facilities for oxten.
ded Classical Mathematical or Commercial educa-
ton, Modern Languages. Drawing, Music etc. con-
nccted with untirod care for tho pupils health and
comforts
Fol- circulars. terms ETC. address
GEO. DUFFIELD, A. NJ
March IA FL NJ. FAEIITZ, A. NJ
New London, Chester Co. Pa. Principals.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
SINGERS SEWING MACHINES.

TINE great reputation of Singers Sewing Ma
l. chimes is founded on the fact thas they are
perfectly adapted to every variety of work. and
that each one Of them, kept Employed, will earn
not less than
ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS A YEAR.
All persons desiring full and reliable informa-
ion about these machnes-sizes. prices, modes of
purchasing, &c -can obtain it by applying by
letter or otherwise, for n copy of. NJ. SINGER
cos GAZETTE, beautiful Pictorial Paper, en-
hrely devoted to Sewing Machine interests. 1t
will be sent gratis
Local Agents wanted in every Town in the
United States, to whom liberal inducements are
offered.
n B-We have made arrangements with many
EDITORS and publishers of newspapers highly profit
able nd satisfactory to them, and wish to make
similar contracts with every newspaper and Maya.
zine In the country. For full particulars address
/. M. SINGER & CO.,
Mar III I'm 1928 Broadway N York
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
A l. A II NJ

4 T PRV.ATE S.4LE.-The subscriber
IA Offers at private Sale, his Farm. situated
three miles from Port Deposit, and half
mile from Whitakcr's Mill, containing 35
Acres and ~ Perches, "a acros Of which is
cleared land. The Improvements are good
Log House, weather boarded; has a good
cellar; also, II good Barn 40 by - feet, with
good stablng underneath; the yard enclosed
by a stone wall The cleared land is en-
closed with good post and rail fence. 1t
will be sold low, as the undersigned intends
moving west.
For terms, apply to the subscriber on the
premises. JAMES McGONEGAL.
Near Port Deposit, apr % 3n'
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
ROAD NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given to all whom it
L may concern, that application will be
made to the County Commissioners Of Cecil
county, at their first regular meeting after
the 25lh day OF May, 1857, to appoint Road
Examiners, to take the proper steps Tor OPEN
ing and altering the "Old Manor Road"
leading from Sluyter's Laue to the road
from Back Greek to Bohemia Mills, through
lands Of b. +. Sluyter, l.. S. Chopper, John
Peach, Lewis y. Roberts, &C., on Bohemia
Manor in the Second District.
April %, 1857 5w l.. S. CHOPPER.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
Dissolution of CO-Partnership.

THE partnership heretofore existing be-
l. tween the undersigned under the name
and firm of Tovchstone 4 lines, BIacksmiths ,
is this day dissolved by mutual consent. All
persons indebted to said firm, will please
make immediate payment, and all those la
wing claims against us, will please present
them to James Tombstone, who is author
lied to make the settlements of the firm.
JAMES TOUCHSTONE.
JOSEPH HAINES.
Port Deposit, Jan. l., 1851.
VVlIE SMITHING BUSINESS, in all Its
l. branches, will be continued by me, at tho
old stand. Being a practical Machinist,
will give prompt attention to the construc-
tion and repairs of machinery.
| avail myself of this occasion. to offer my
most sincere thanks for the patonag here
toforc bestowed on the late firm, and | hope
by strict attention to business, and an ardent
desire to please aud accommodate the public,
to entitle myself to continuation Of its favor.
JAMES TOUCIISTONE.
Smith & Machini.t
Port Deposit, Jan. 8, SIT
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
ALIENS
LATEST IMPROVED COMBINED
APER AND NOW Err,

.
WYE now offer to the public machine
w which. in the opinion Of numerous far
mers, possesses more advantages than any
other.
Messrs. Rogers & Boyers:-I used last sea-
son one of Aliens new and improved Com
bined Reaper and Mower, and consider it
as Reaper and Mower far superior to any
have seen either for lightness or draft, for the
perfect manner in which it performs its work,
either in grass or grain, for its strength, sim
plicity and durability, and, in short. for every
quality that can be claimed for a Combined
Reaper and Mower, and it only should be
seen and used to be appreciated.
Yours truly. BARCLAY l.. ROBERTS.
Feb 25, 1857. Bristol, Bucks co. Pa.
&. u. Eogers,-Dear Sir:-The Mower and
Reaper bought Of you, consider the best
machine | have ever seen. l can cut grass
and grain to my entire satisfaction. 1t is the
best machine in this country, and can take
81 eat pleasure in recommending them to all
want of a good article. JOHN G. JONES.
Steelvillc, Lancaster CO., Pa. 1856.
Gy-Circulars with numerous certificates
furnished on application.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02

A MAMMOTH CrSARDxR -A mail steamer
to he called the Sec tia is now building on the
CLYDE to run between Liverpool and the Omitted
States. She will be $50 feet in length, which
is TO feet longer than the Persia. at present the
largest ship anoat' The Scotia will. it is ex-
nectcd s,lrpass in speed the Persia, the fastest
steamer in the world.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02
q, Reloers any Correspondents.

RIVE have another article from "FHs
james, which is laid over for consideration.
rive shall he pleased to receive letters
from all our old correspondents, in relation
to county affairs.
cJ-Town subscribers who no not receive
their papers, will please give notice at the Of
lice. Our new Carrier may not be able for
time to find them all.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02

c-TMr. Powell, who painted De Soto Pic
ture for Congress, has been appointed by the
Ohio Legislature to paint repre- scntatlon OF
P,rrv's Victory on Lake Erie the price to
he IS 900. 1t will ne placed IN one of the
pamela of the rotunda of the new State House.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-05-02

ILLNESS or Nix. +. MERIAM.-Mr Merriam, Of
Brooklyn heights, who has been very i'll with
rrrysipelas at his hotel in Albany, but was
recently reported convalesent, has. we regret
10 learn suffered relapse. and there arc now
The most serious apprehcnsiens as to the
result 1t is said that he was imprudcnt on
Sunday last in leaving lis room contrary to
advice