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The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
FAMILY GROCERIES, &c.

A. SChLANKER'S
CONFECT1ONARY AND FAMILY
GROCERY.
THE subscriber still continues the above bu.
siness at the old stand on Commercial Row.
thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore
received from the citizens Of Clinton, and the
pubiic generally, he will spare no efforts to dc.
serve continuance Of the same.
He has lately made large additions to his
former extensive stock which enables him to
furnish every thing in his line of the best qua-
lty. and on the most rcaso nable terms.
Particular attention will be paid to the fur.
nshing Balls, Dinners, Weddings, &c, with
cakes, candies, swcctmcats, fruits, wines, cor
dials. and such other articlea as may be want
ed for such occasions.
Among other articles now in store, he has
the following
Candies, assorted.
Rock candy,
Cakes and pastry, assorted,
Confcctionarics,
Preserves.
Raisns, best brand,
Cinnamon and spices,
Almonds and Pecans,
Cloves, nutmegs, and currants,
Corduls assorted. superior and common,
Strawberry, raspberry, orgcat, ccrdials,
Jclics currant, ounce, orange, guaya,
Sugar cured hams Of the best quality,
! Mess beef by Darrell, or retail,
: Cheese Swiss, German and western,
Coffee, tea, chocolate, butter,
Mackcrel, salmon, dried apples,
Pickles. kctchurs,
Soap candles star and spcrmaceti,
Wines Port, Madeira, Clarct, Champagne,
I. Muscat,
Brandy, superior and common,
| Whiskcy Gin, Rum,
! Porter London and American,
Ale Scotch and American,
Sweet Oils, Sauces, prepared Mustard
:. In short every article in the line OF confcc'
n tonary and family groceries.
= BREAD BREAD!!
Fresh Bread will be furnished every morn
!, ing delivered at the residences of those who
may desire it. All orders left at the Store,
} will be punctually attended to.
n may ) A. SCIILANKER.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
NAUMAN g. STRAUSS,
DEALERS IN
Fine Watches, Jewelry, Books, Stationery.


AND FANCY ARTICLES,
HAVE received from New York, a new and
Ill complete assortment of Goods, to which
they invite the attention Of the people OF Gin
ton and vicinity, and the ladies especially.
WATCHES, JEwELHy, DC. comprising L. l..
Cooper, Tobias, and real Joseph johnson
movements Swiss and English Levers, to-
gether with splendid stock of Eastern
JEwELRY, of the latest style and best finish,
SILVER PLATED WARE, all descriptions.
TOILET ARTICLES Pcriumcry, Hair Oil, Po-
matum, Fancy Soap and Extracts, direct from
Harrison.s mandatory.
WoRK Boxes, Port Monnaies, Fine Pocket.
Books.
CARD CASES; silver, pearl, and shell.
RAzoRs KNIVES, Rogers best brand.
Books, consisting Of standard and misccla'
ncous works.
School Books, recommended for their high
and instructive character.
PoEMs, Of American and British authors.
NOVELS, latest and best published, with n
great variety of other interesting reading.
Music; IL fine lot Of sheet music, embracing
pieces from the most gifted composers.
We have suitable arrangements to procure
books, so that orders left with us will be
promptly filled.
Dy~Watchcs and Jcwelry carefully repair
cd by the best of workmen, and warrnated.
We solicit share Of the public patronage
feeling convinced we shall be able to give en-
tire satisfaction.
gay~Al articles sold, warranted as repre-
scented, or the money refunded.
Dsy"Sign of the GOLD WATCH, at thu
store formerly occupied by |. N. Lemon, ont
door west of NJ G.. Mills a. Co.
ie9 NAUMAN d STRAUSS.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
MISCELLANEOUS.
MILLS, CLEVELAND, & Co.

MILLS, CLEVELAND, q Go.
and Grocery store
ID RESPECTFULLY inform their friends ana
II the trading public, that they have on hand
a large and complete stock OF
GROCERIES & PROVISIONS.
together with well selected assortment OF
Dry Goods, Hats, Boots, Shoes, Hardware,
and in fact every article in demand, for Family
or Plantation use.
They are prepared to make advances on
Cotton consigned to Oakley Il HAWKINS,
and to afford all the facilities usual in 'heir
line of business. ala
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28

THE duplicate receipt of the Receiver of the Land
/ Office in Greensburg. ST. Helena, No. 1897, being
the same ssu d to Eeazer w, Ripley, July lst 1887
for 500 77-l00 acres in fractional section No. 81
township No. g. south of range l, east; and all par
ties interested are hereby notified that it is my ntcn
ton to apply to the general Land Office for the re
turn of the purchase money Of said land.
january 81, 1857. [6w1 B. N. C,BROWN.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
A CARD.
HENRY S. BEECHE.NO1 he beg t., to

A CARD.
HENRY S. BLECH1 g bcgs to
Ill return his sincere thanks to his friends and the
inhabitants of East Fcliciana. generally for the
kind and liberal patronage bestowed upon him since
he commenced business in Clinton. and assures them
no excrtons shall be wanting on his part to merit
continuance of the same.
ii. S. BEEcHENO Is fully prepared to supply plant
crs and all Others with every article in the Drug
business and from his long experience in that line,
combined with practical acquaintance with chem
isty in all its branches merely requests trial as
test of his qualifications. An accurate analysis OF
mineral waters will he granted gratis to those desl-
rous Of having it made.
PnYslcIAN's PRESCRIPTIONS are dispensed with
neatncss and prompitude and with great care as to
labelling and the minor details.
A constant supply Of the choicest brands of Wines
and Spirits, on hand, for MEDICAL PURPOSES only.
A large quantity of Ale and Porter, Q'rst rate
qualityJ continually coming to hand.
H. s. b. does not feel disposed to advertise Tho
exact quantities Of Drugs he has received lately
fearing he might possibly uNpE'-rate It, ana not dc
himself the Justice he is so anxiousiy seeking.
Clinton. La. Oct. b. 1850
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
PAINTS, OILS, &c.
BEECIIENO. the Druggist, at Clinton, La

PAINTS, OILS, DC.
BEECHEN0, the Druggist, at Clinton, La,
HAS BOUGHT, received, and is now prepared to
with the following articles in any quantity, Of first
rate quality and upon liberal terms
White lead in oil or dry, Vandyke brown,
Red lead in oil or dry, Terra dsicnna burnt or raw
Zinc paint, COD ana othcr pr"hZes
Raw linseed oil, 50 silver leaf,
Boiled, :. Carmlnc,
Spirits of turpentine, Iytla,ge and sugar lead
Copnl varnsh, no. /, 2, Giralnlng tools'
Carriage Badger flats,
Furniture I" Marking brushes,
White damar varnish, Camel hair pencils,
Japan varnish Meats 1901 OIL
Japanners gold size, Tanners oil,
Prussian blue in oil or dry Lard OIL,
Brown lumber, s. Sweet OIL, ISL ana Zha.
Yellow Ochre, +" celestial pluc'
Chrome and paris green's in oil or dry,
Chrome yellow, orange, ana lemon,
Chinese and American vermlon,
Paint and yarnish brushes French'and American.
march 20. 1856
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
CONFECTIONERY a. FAMILY GRO
Gerry
THE UNDERSIGNED thankful for the lib

THE UNDERSIGNED thankful for the lib
/ eral patronage which he has received for
the past year, during which, their efforts to
please and accommodate, they trust, have al
fordcd general satisfaction, with the view of in"
creasinc that appreciation aud support have
made large and valuable additions to their
present extensive assortment.
They are prepared to furnish Balls, Soirccs
Weddings, Assemblies, Dinner Parties (public
or priyate), and social gatherings. of whatcvrc
kind, with every article required.
An experienced workman will be sent when
necessary to the country to superintcnd the
fullilmcnt of all orders
1t would be to the interest of country mcr-
chants and Others, to CALL examine, and leave
their orders
CONFECTIONERY.
Candies, assorted Ginger, Canton
Rock candy do Havana
Cakes & pastry, ass'd Raisins,
Sugar pums do Cherries in Brandy
Preserves in syrup Cinnamon and Spice
do Brandy Strawberry cordial
Candies, new style Raspberry do
Cordals ass'd, superior Orgeat do
do common Currants
MuScat wine Citron, preserved
Currant jelly Cloves and nutmegs
Ounce do Almonds, pecans
Orange DO Essences; lemon, rose
Guaya do Rose water, &c. &c.
GROCERIES.
Shoulders and Hams Cheese and butter
Sugar cured Hams Coffee and tea
Dutields Hams, Chocolate
Oysters in cans,
Sugars; brown, loaf Mackcrel, in kits and
crushed d powdered barrels
Soap and candles Salmon in kits
Golden syrup, retail Dried apples
Sugar cured beef Pickles, all sized jars
Ketchups, &c Rhine wines,
Comprising full and superiorassortme Of
upcrior + A lilly ROCERIES, all
# which will be sold low, and in quantities to
lit purchasers.
WINES AND LIQUORS.
Wines, old a. choice Brandy, superior
Port do do do lower grades
Madeira do do Whskey, all qualities
CIaret do do Gin and rum superior
Champagne do Scotch Ale
Muscat do London Porter
American Porter weet Oil, in half and
do Ale whole bottles
And great variety Of other articles for
f A MI L Y use.
1 Fresh Cakes and Bread daily
t jan 2s b. MOSES.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
MISCELLANEOUS.
COMMERCIAL SALOON.

HAVING opened Coffee House, in the building
IL formerly occupied by b. Moses as a Con!ection
airy store the undersigned respectfully socis th,
custom Of his friends aud the public generally. li
liquors. wines, beer &c. Of the best quality, ant
every attention will be paid to please Come try ant
judge for yourselves. ClAS. BAUMANN.
February IA, 1857.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28

CORSETTS! CORSETTS II!
A MAGNIFICENT assortment Of all kinds of En-
IA glish and French Corsetts. together with yaric-
sy of misses Minerva braces and jackets. now offer
ing and for sal > at II. LYON.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
CRANES METALLIC BURIAL CASKET

HAVING bought the patent right for the sale Of
Ill the Crane Metallic Burial Caskets, at great ex
pense we introduce them to the public as having
superiority over any now in use, beauty Of de-
sign, artistic and elaborate finish, simplicity in lin
ing, highly decorated and unique silver mount
lngs, perfectly dir tight and also giving an entire
view of the body,-the top Of the casket being con
sructed OF the finest French plate glass renders II
che most desirable case ever introduced to the pub
ic Beautiful metallic caps cover the glass, which
.cures the case from damage on account Of any ex-
ternal pressure.
Wooden collins made to order, and punctual at
tendance given on all funeral occasions. A'fine
Hearse will always be on hand,
Any infringement patent rights will sub
ject the offender to prosecution.
jan 10 BUTLER ~ kOCH.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
NEW MEDICINES.

NEW MEDICINES.
TUST RECEIVED AND FOR SALE. at the Drug
d store of NORWOOD TILDON, fresh supply,
consisting In part. of the following:
3 doz. Balm of Thousand Flowers;
G Browns Ess. Jamaica Ginger;
Roan's Tonic Mixture;
Osgoods India Cholagoguc;
Railways Ready Relief;
6 Regulators;
" Hoonands German Biitcrs;
2 Reddin's Russia Salve;
Rushton's Cod Liver Oil;
3 T" Billings Astringcnt Syrup;
l Gross Barry's Tricophcros;
" Lyons Kathairon:
" Wincns Canadian Vermifuge;
" b. A. Fahncstock's Vermifugc.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
CLINTON MALE SCHOOL.

g b. HAYNES will open school in the town OF
y. Clinton on Monday the 9th October. at the School
House formerly occupied by L. d. Craig and re-
specially solcits a share Of public patronage.
TERMS
For teaching in the Primary and English depart
ment, $500 per scholar per month. For Latin
Mathematics, $500 per month per scholar.
No scholar taken for less than the expiration o.
the quarter, and no deduction made for time lost
except in case of protracted illness.
october 4, 1856.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28

SYRUPS.
THE undersigned has the following varieties of the
i most delicious syrups, viz.
VANILLA, ORANGE. LEMON, GINGER, BAN4-
NA PEAR &c. &c.
which he offers at lower rate than any other house,
and in quantities to suit he buyer.
jez WIN. GURNEY.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28
NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.

NEW GOODS JUST RECEIVED.
nRESS GOODS and EmDro der,es of every yarie-
of collars and sleeves together with lace edging and
insertion, infants needle work caps. waist, and long
dresses.
The ladies are respectfully invited to call and en-
ami ne and be sat SIZED that they can procure them
at prices u, low at any establishment IN the south
Is. LYONS,
nov 20 Old stad north of the public s1aare,
SHOES! SHOES!! SHOES!!!
THE SUBSCRIBER having fitted mp the house, next
/ above his principal store for the purpose OF keep
ing an extensive assortment OF
LADIES SH O E s.,
takes this method of informing his customers. and
the public generally, that he has now on hand and
will be constantly receiving, Ladies, Misses, and
Childrens Shoes, Caters, Slippers, &C., from the
pegsed Brogan suitable for school and every day
wear. to the NEST delicate white Kid and satin slip
pcrs. which he offers at such prices will induce al
inspection. b. LloNe,
! nov 90 North Side or the pubic square.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1857-03-28

FRESH SUPPLIES.
T HAVE just received additional stock. making
l. my assortment desirable. Space will not admit
of enumeration My last receipts consist in part of
the following:
Barrel Pork, Wlne-Port;
Bacon, Port, superior;
Flour, Muscat;
IIams-assortd qualities, White;
MaCkerel. Nos l, 2, and Champagne;
3-Kits Barrels and Lemons
Barrels Ky. Mustard;
Mess Beef; Hay;
Sugar Cured Dried Beef; Corn;
Fruit--dried and in juice; Oats;
Salmon--No. |; Wheat Bran;
London Porter-pints and Liquors &C.,
quarts; &c, &C.,
gss- Dealers are respectfully desired to examine
my goods before making purchases elsewhere
shall have constantly Oh hand general assortmcn
at reasonable prices. }. G. D'ARMOND.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14
WE CALL ATTENTION.
New Fall Goods,

TEN DRENNEN s, Go. have just receive:
Z their stock of New Goods of the fall
styles, and take pleasure in being able to an
nouncc TO their friends and the public that
they open the Fall Campaign of 1857 by of
ferng greater inducements to purchasers
ulan ever. Among the large and varied assort-
mcnt may be found,
LADIES DRESS GOODS,
consisting of Silks, Delaines, French Mcrinocs
Coburg and Parimeta Cloths, Alpacas, Cling
hams, Prints, nc.
MEN AND BOYS WEAR,
Black, Brown and Blue Cloths, Black Doe
skin and Fancy CaSsimcrS, Sattinetts, Jeans,
Twecds, Wooden, Plaids, and stripes for Pants
Satin and Silk Ncstngs.
DOMESrICS,
Blcached and Unblcached Muslins, shccting's
and shrtng's Wooden, Flannel's, Canton do.
Ticking L - to y cents, Checks, stripes,
Lancaster and Glasgow Ginghams, Blue Drills
Cotton stripes sc,
HATS, CAPS, BOOTS, AND SHOES,
We have iust received large stock of Boots
shoes and Eroglns, also Il very extensive as
sortment Of Hats aud Caps which We will sell
as low rs can be bought in the city.
GROCERIES.
Coverings steam syrup, Prime New Orlcan.
Molasscs, Trinidad do Rio, Lagura and Mara
cabo COiltCs; Best Powdered and PulvCrilcd
sugars superior Black and Green Teas.
Also, Brushes of all kinds, Brooms, Tubs,
Churns, Clothes Lines, Bed Cords, Grass
Ropes, QUccnsware Glassware stoncwarc
Knives and Forks, &c, for sale at the lowest
prices by Z. DRENNEN & Co.
Elllton, september 2Gth, 1877
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14

u We see by the New Orleans papers
that the contract for the statue to be erectet,
in that city to the memory Of the illusiriouS
Henry Clay, has been signed, and that the
work will be commenced forthwith. The
sculptor is Mr.. joel Y. Hart, who will be
assisted in casting the statue by Mons. Miller.
of Munich, who is reported to be the most
eminent caster in Europe. The artist is now
in this country. He undertakes to the best
of his ability, a bronze statue. thirteen feet
four inches high, approved by the association
and TO deliver it to the committee in New
Orleans, and supcrintcnd its erection on or be
fore the lst Of day January. 1860. lie also
contracts to make design and working
drawings for the pedestal. The monument
associatin agree to pay the artists for this
work the sum Of Sl4 CCO-G,O0O on the
completion Of the model and its rcadnts IS to
be cast in bronze, and remaining IS GOO OF
the delivery of the statue to the committee
A letter FROM the artist givesa hope that tn,
statue will be ready for Inauguration Oh tn,
18th Of April, 1859.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14
STOVES! ST0TEs!!

T,llE PORTABLE PARL0R CRATE and the
l. COMET Of lS57,For pleasant ventilation
and a cheerful fire, these Stoves cannot be sur,
passed, Suitable for chambers, dining rooms &c
Those whose purses are small
Are welcome 10 call.
Our rriccs suit the times Mt the old established
stand Of North Chase Il North, No. lll6 Markc;
St. Philadelphia.
ECONOMY in FUEL-SIINER' AIR.TIGiT
GAS BURNER-Imrrovcd by james Spear, Jan
nary 18th. 1857. | would particularly call attcn-
ton to this celebrated Stove for Parlors. Halls.
Dining Rooms Chambers, Stores. Offices. &c. The
heating qualities of this excellent Stove 50
well known that it is useless to make further COM
ments But tho great objection to !he old pattern
is that the holes where the air enters the cylinder
to ignite the gas, Frequently become stopped with
ashes and cindcrs; and when this takes place, the
eas burning qualities of the Stove destroyed,
and there is no way of cleaning them out without
taking the Stove apart. and frequently the cyin-
der has TO be renewed. To prevent this objection,
[ have placed on each side eff the Stove perfora-
ted east iron plato with slides open ard close at
pleasure; with this Improvement. the gas-blrning
Qualities Of this Stove cannot be impaired by over.
iiIling or falling into the hands of those unaccus-
toned to the principle Of this Stove, there is no
difficulty ia keeping these openings free from ashes
or cinders.
The Evening Star Parlor. with double radatirg
base warranted to heat any double pnrlor. Please
call aud examine before purchasing elscwher.
Manufactured and for sale only by
JAMES SPEAR,
No. 111G MARKET Street Philadelphia,
(Late North, Chase North, 500 Market st.
Oct 3l-2m.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14

FROM Observation-Disclosures from Yucatan to
the l4th ult. state that the government
troops had dislodgcd the rcvoutionsts from
the northern coast but that they still held
all the line on the south side as Laguna.-
Campcachy was in manner bcscigcd. A
great many men were killed on both sides
there was an engagement on the morning OF
the 9th. Fighting continued on the Sth, 9th
and 10th, when the revo.utionsts were
driven into Campcachy with great slaughter
Governor Barrcra still looked at the result Of
the struggle as doubtful, and had limited in a
proclamation at his assuming dictatorial
powers. Taking advantage of the times the
Indians were committing rayages on all sides,
and they had just sacked the town Of Chckin.
cont and murdered all its Inhabitants.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14

RowDylsM RAMPANT. The plot thickcns.
The insubordna,ion Of which the press has
recorded steadily recurring instances for some
months past now assumes the type Of greater
violence Our young men, who should he
the glory of our age and country, stain both
with decp.dycd disgrace. Banding thcmscl-
YES together under the hypocri'i:al guSc Of
protecting property from the ravagcs Of de-
vourng fire, they have found means TO orpan-
izc a condition Of things that il not only in
compatible with order OF law, but inconsistent
with the safety Of the common citizcnin lite
and limb. Affairs are tending III direction
10 make the question a pertinent one, is
America, unconqueratle by foreign arms. to
fall 10y the hands Of her own sonse To what
end have soldiers, orators, statesmen, patriots
thought, spoken, fought, and died, if the
liberty and the peace their saci iiiccS pulchas-
I'd arc to he outraged and destroyed by tho
cnvied recipients Of the blessings they sccur'
cd! Has it come to this. that the saying Of
the d,spots is true after I'll, that man Cannot
govern himself, Int must havea masicr!-
And are Americans, Young Americans, (wt
do not use this term in party scnSe,) revel.
ling in the brightest opportunities for moral
intellectual, aid physical good ever present
cd on earth to any people, to be the very wit
ncsses on whom dcspots axe TO rely for tcsti
mony! 1t so appears, Beyond power o
serious injury from abroad our weakness lie.
at home, ond precisely where we should have
looked for most strength. 1t is all lament
able, most lamcntahlc.--N@ionH itCiHacntel
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Large Dry Goods Establishment
HAMILTON EASTER & CO.,
NEW MARBLE BuILDING,-

NEW MARBLE BUILDING,-
Nos. 100, POI and 202 Baltimore Street,
DALTIMORE.-IIuve now in store mostly of
ID their own importation) one of the largest and
most complete Stocks in the United States, en-
bracing
SILKS and SILK GOODS of every class
DRESS GO0DS-a very large stock;
IRISH LINENS; LINEN GOODS and
HOUSEKEEPING ARTICLES of every des-
crption;
MOURNING GOODS;
CLOAKS. MANrILLAS and STIAWLS;
EMBRODERlES, LACES. HOSIERY, GLOVES
BLANKETS, QUILTS, DOMESTIC GOODS;
And every article generally required by
FAUMRRs and Planters for SERVANTS USE.
~ lELAfL RooIS first noor-the PRICE
affixed to each article, from which no deviation is
made.
To WnoTEsALE Rooms on tho second and third
floors. Oct lO-;}n.
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GLENN DALE
+ O II S A l. Z.


TGyIlIS beautiful Estate will be sold a bar
II. gain. 1t is situated two miles north west
from Elkton, and contains
500 ACRES MORE OR LESS.
The cleared land (about one half of the
farm,) is in good state Of cultivation, and
particularly adapted to grazing or dairy
farm, large portion being meadows With
water in every field, and the advantage of the
markets Of Philadelphia and Baltimore, three
or four times u day. The Woodland (the bal
ance Of the FARM is heavy timbercd with
WHITE OAK, Of which it is supposed 1000
Trees can be cut, Black Oak, Hickory, Wal
nut, Beach, Poplar, &c. The buildings en-
bracing all necessary for first class farm are
in good order, as also the fencing. There
is an Orchard Of Apples, Peaches, and Pears
Of the best quality. On this property there
is valuable MIlL-SEAT with the race al
ready dug, it embraces all the waters Of Elk
Creek, on which there are many Factories,
Furnaces, GrSt and Saw Mills.
This Farm can be easily divided, giving
the division an equal quantity Of W God and
cleared Land No place in the state is more
healthy or has better water.
For further information apply to the sub
scriber OF the premises.
August 2o-tf. W. c. GLENN.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-11-14
Thanksgiving Notice.

GTATE OF MARYLAND. EXECUTIVE De-
- pARrMENr, II, THOMAS WAT
klNS LlGON, Governor Of the State of
Maryland, do hereby designate and appoint
THURSDAY, the 2Gth day of November,
next, as DAY OF THANKSGIVING TO
ALMIGHTY GOD for the bountlul products
Of the earth and the innumcrahe blessings
which, as a State and people, we have re-
ceived at His hands, and entrcat the people
Of the State to observe and keep the said
day by abstaining from all secular employ
ments, and devote themselves to such devout
services as are appropriate to day OF
Thanksgiving and Praise.
ffS1EFA Given under my hand and the Great
$ssG,ss11Sea Of the State Of Maryland, this
18th day Of October, A. d. 1857.
r. WATKINS LIGON.
By the Governor: j. PINKNEY.
Oct 17-3w. Secretary Of State.