The south-western. [volume] (Shreveport, La.) 1852-1870, 1857-07-01

Since our last, the Boomer and Sunbeam have
arrived from New Orleans, the Wabash Val
lev, Reub. White, and Effort from jefferson
We learn that cotton blooms appeared early
last week on the plantation Of Thos. M. Gilmer,
DeSoto parish; and also on those of Mr.. s. ii
Cain and ]. N. Cooper, on Red River, one
mile below this place.
We had heavy rain and a gale of wind
on Sunday evening, which cooled the tempe
nature. AS the rain appeared to be general, II
must have greatly improved the corn and cotton
DROWNED Coroner Bauman on Saturday
held an examination on the body of young
man, generally known as .'John,'' found float
ing in the river. He had been for some time
employed on the steam ferry boat as fireman
and deckhand. On Wednesday evening the
engineer told him to throw few sticks of wood
in the furnace since which time nothing was
seen Of the deceased until his remains were
found in the water. He was in the habit of 60.
ing into the wheel-house, for the purpose Of en-,
joying the cool atmosphere, and it supposed
that he fell overheard, and the wheel striking
him, was rendered incapable Of reaching the
shore or calling for aid.
We learn that Dr. Culbertson, since throw
ing up his contract on the Vicksburg, Shreve
port and Texas railroad, has made an engage
ment with the Southern Pacific company to con
ctI,n+ ] b.t,, ~
landing and Marshall.
We are indebted to the attentions of captain
J. A. Otway, Of the new steamer Sunbeam, fol
late New Orleans papers. The Sunbeam was
built to run summer packet on Red River,
and is admirably adapted to the trade, being
very staunch, fast, of light draught, and having
commodious state-room cabins. Her officers
are experienced and accommodating.
THEArRE.-Mr. Charles has opened the the
atre for short summer season, during which
will be presented series Of light and elegant
new pieces, together with other entertainments
We bespeak a continuance Of the liberal patron
age heretofore extended TO Mr.. Charles
An attractive bill is offered for this evening,
including the favorite play Of ANDY Blake, -
fancy dance, and the amusing afterpiece OF
the "Stage Struck Tailor
The CoNcERT.-We were unable to attend
the concert given on Monday evening in the
Presbyterian church, but learn that it afforded
the highest satisfaction. We trust that the fair
amateurs will afford our citizens another oppor-
tunity of listening to them.
GREAT INDucEMENT.-Messrs Ogesby d
Griswold, intending to close up business offer
their entire stock of merchandise for sale, to-
sether with the commodious store they occu-
py, on the most liberal terms. Those wishing
to make good investments should avail them
selves of this opportunity.
DRUGs AND MEp1cENEs.--Thos. Fl. Morris
is now receiving his summer stock of fresh and
pure drugs, medicines, chemicals patent med
icnes, physicians instruments, fine perfumery,
stationery, standard and miscellaneous books,
pocket cutlery, guns, pistols, and general as
sortment Of fancy goods, to which the attention
of purchasers is invited. No house out Of New
Orleans can offer greater inducements to buyers.
Groceries AND PRovIsIoSs.--J. n. Howell
d. Co., have just received their summer stock
of fancy and staple groceries, provisions plan
tation supplies, iron, nails, castings, wines, IL
quors, and every description of boat and bar
stores, which will be furnished TO their custom
ers at the very lowest prices. The groceries
are all fresh, and were selected, in person, ex-
pressly for this market.
To THE LADIEs.-Mr. Charles has received
large additions to his stock of spring and sum
mer dress goods, laces, silks embroderies, ETC.,
which he is selling al unusually low prices
for less than the same articles can be bought in
New Orleans Give him CALL
The attention Of those requiring the services
of a dentist, is invited to the card of Dr. Smith.
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The mayor advertises for sealed proposals
10 macadamise portion Of Texas street.
A SINGULAR SroRY-We are indebted to the
publisher for a handsome pamphlet entitled,
.4Peyton and Aary, the Louisiana Planter and
Me Irish sSeruaa Girl. 4 simple narrative of
strange facts. By the editor Of the Louisiana
Herald" 1t is by far the most singular TO-
nance We have ever perused, and would APP
pear inereditable but for being accompanied
with letters from the hon. Ben. Fitzpatrick, OF
Alabama, hon. J. III. Sanddge and others
The book can be obtained by forwarding one
dollar to the editor Of tile Herald, Vernon La
.Ehe postmaster general has established the
following new postoffices in Louisiana: Alpha,
Caldwell parish, and ]. G, Jones appointed
postmaster; Douglass, Jackson parish, Moses.
Spiyery, postmaster; Timbefvile, jackson pa
IRISH, Joel Embrey, postmaster.
Engineers arc now engaged in locating the
line Of the Opclousas railroad TO the Sabine,
and IN selecting the public lands donated BY con-
ia af. IL