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St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Notice.
Office of School Fund Commissio

Office Of School Fund Commissioner,
CenO Gordo county, Sept. 18th, 1857.
Notice is hereby given, that will offer for
sale, to the highest bidder at my office, in Ma
son City, at l, o'clock p. NJ, ON Wednesday
the 2lst of October, A. D. 1857, Lots No. l,
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Z, 9, o. 10, being Section 49,
Town ~ north of Range 20 west.
Terms OF SALE.-One half cash for Lots No.
6, I, s and . (being timber remainder one
fourth cash and balance on u credit of ten
years. a. . AMOS b. MILLER,
School Fund Commissioner, Cerro Gordo Coun-
ty, Iowa. 81 g.. o:ow:I
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

RHODE ISLAND BANKs.--Thc Bank
note circulation Of Rhode Island is so
secured under the individual liability
clause, that the property of the stock
holders is held for the last dollar, with
out reference to the amount of stock
held by the subscribers. We under
stand that all the banks have been
materially strengthened in the last
week.-Aibany Ere. Jour.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

Mr.. 4. T. Brown has our thanks for
some specimens of a new Dubious root
Or plant known by the ephonious cog
nomcn of kohtrabbi When they are
cooked we shall be better prepared to
speak of their value for table dish.
They have the reputation however of
being great luxury, the seeds hav-
ing been sent out by the U. S. Patent
office.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

ItshouId he remembered, that wells Pee
torai Syrup of Wild Cherry" is good and re-
liable cure for every disease of the Lungs, and
holds out better hope than Others, from this
fact: 1t is designed to support, strengthen, and
invigoratc the system, at the same time acting
specifically on the disease. 1t is Nature great
assistant. Never let cough or cold continue
for a single day when this remedy can be OBJ
tanned. Get Receipt Book of Agents.-Du-
bug.e Tribune.
Sold in st. Charles by Hildreth &Gayer and
Il. A. 4 c. II. Haskell, and by one or more
agents in every city and town in the west.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

The steamer Ben Coursin was run
into by the Gate City, near Lacrosse,
on the Mississippi river, on the 4tll
inst Fifteen deck passe agcrs were
drowned.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Boots, Shoes
L e A II II e r .

DAVID X. HOBART.
Two doors east of the Wavcrly House,
Empire Block, McGregor, Iowa.
HAV1NG been connected for the last seven
l. l. years with one of the largest manufac-
turing concerns in New England, and under
standing exactly the kind of goods wanted for
the Iowa trade, am able, and will sell my
goods as low as they can be bought in the
Boston market, adding expense of freight
Gentlemen, this is SO!
TO Merchants
would say that can furnish you with goods
which will guarantee quick sale and profit
To the Retail Trade
| promise good fit and good article at
low price.
Harness, Lace, Sole and Upper Leather on
hand in quantities to suit purchasers.
McGregor, Iowa, Sept 90 1857. 2:m35
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Boots +! Boots !

Boots! Boots!
The Empire Store still Ahead !!
THENEY & STINSON have this day recc-
~ we'd Il fresh supply of
Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, and
ID r. Y G. O O ID = (,
Come and see. 2-3tf
October 6. 1857
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

The milkmen of New York City
have recently held meeting and de-
termined to raise the price of their
chalk and water to seven cents a
quart.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

The Minnesota Republican says il
knows Of an instance where Southern
ers are holding slaves in that Terrific
nv by virtue of the bred Scott decision.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

Attention is called to the advertise
ment of Rumpf, Lehmkuhl & Co., in
this paper. Their new goods have
arrived.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Lost 1!

On Monday, Sept. 2lst a silver cylinder es-
capement watch. Said watch was lost between
st. Charles and Chinatown. on the east side
Of the river. The finder will confer a favor
upon the subscriber and be literally rewarded
by leaving it with him or at this Office
w. 2. HOLBROOK.
St Charles, Sept. 24 1857. 2:2w3o
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

Little acts Of kindness are slowed
away in the heart, like bags of laven-
der in a drawer, to swectcp every OBJ
.jcct around them.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

The Empire Store of Cheney and
Stinson in this city is overlooking with
new goods just received.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Select 9choo1

HNHE second Term of the Select School will
l. commence on Monday the fifth day of Oc-
tober next. The proprietors being very thank
ful for the liberal patronage heretofore given
to them, most earnestly hope to merit "a con-
tinuancc of the same
Ierihs oi tuition per Or.
Common and higher English branches, $500
Music. with use of Piano, $1,000
Pencilling, Crayon, MOnochromatic, $500
Polychromatic, Grccan Oil Painting,
Water Colors and French, each $500
Scholars will not be admitted for less than
half a term and no deduction made for absence
unless detained by sickness
st. Charles, August 4, 1857. stiff
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Farming Utensils.

OUCH as Scythes, Snaths, Cradles, Rakes
- Forks, Shovels, Hoes, &C., for sale ut tn.
Empire Store OF
II CHENEY s. STINSON.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

The potatoe in New Hampshire
is said to be almost entirely destroyed
from the effects of the rot.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Newest Designs and Fashions,

New Wholesale and Retail
+ Furniture Room
at McGregor, Iowa.
N C. BUCK & Co, having taken rooms
W. opposite the Mc(iregor House. take this
method of informing the citizens of McGregor
and surrounding country that they are receiv-
ing one of the largest and best stocks of
FURNITURE
ever brought to this vicinity which they pro-
pose to sell wholesale or retail at eastern pri-
ces, transportation added. Being connected
with large manufacturing establishment at
the east, they can furnish all work in this line
at a lower figure than any other establishment
not similarly situated. To dealers we can Of.
fer superior inducements to purchase of us. We
will keep on hand or manufacture to order any
and all articles usually found in furniture
rooms. Orders in our line solicited, and re.
member that all work manufactured by us is
warranted. We will also keep and manu-
facture to order Collins of all descriptions -
Particular attention paid to repairing furniture
Call and get our prices and examine our goods
before purchasing.
Don't forget the name or place, opposite the
McGreSor House o. c. BUCK & co.
McGregor, Sept. "a, 1857. 2:3tf
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

Advertisements must he handed in as early
as Tuesday in order to secure an insertion the
same week
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
SETTLE lip.

TOHN FERGUSON & co. having sold ont
81 their mercantile business in st. Charles,
desire settlement with all who have an
account with them. Mr. Ferguson may be
found ut the store of Wright & McNabb, where
persons indebted are requested to call and set
tie without delay. 1t is hoped that this no.
tice will he needed otherwise, delnqucnts
will find their bills placed in the hands of an
attorney for collection.
st. Charles, July II, 1857. 45tf
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
GROCERIES
AT
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL,
McGrnUnr Iowa


TIME Subscribers would respectfully an
l. nouncc to the citizens of McGregor, and
the country generally, that they are now re-
ceiving and opening fine assortment of Gro
ceries purchased East, consisting of
TEAS, SUGAR, MOLASSES, STARCH,
Syrups, Spices, ground
and unground, Rice, Rio and
O.G Coffee Box and Keg Raisins.
Dried Apples and Peaches, Cod Fish.
Mackerel in Kits and half bbls, Hallibut.
Box Herring. Sardnes, Soap, Chocolate. Ver-
micelli, Maccaroni. Pepper Sauce, Ham,
burg Cheese, Star and 1allow Can
dies. Wooden Ware of all kinds,
Imported Wines, Cham
payne, Port, Sherry,
SICILY MADEIRA, CIARET. &C, SC.
Scotch Ale and London Stout, Imported CT
gars. &c, &c. &c, at Wholesale and Retail.
all of which will be sold low for cash
81 Cash paid for hides.
ALLEN & SOUTHMAYD.
McGregor, April 2, 1857. 6m3Oo
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Mason City Nursery.

MasOn C1ty Nursery.
7NHE Subscriber having at great expense
l. started a Nursery at Mason City, Ccrro
Gordo CO., Iowa, would respectfully solicit
custom from this and adjoining counties.
The above Nursery was started in the Fall
of 1855 and now have choice, grated fruit
trees two years old, 10000 one year old and
25O,OOO one year old Seeding stocks, all OF
which will sell on the most reasonable terms
! have also on hand well selected stock of 3,
4 and years old trees, of the most hardy va
rieties and selected expressly for this latitude.
Also the most hardy varieties of Grapes, some
of them now bearing. Ever green and other
Ornamental Trees on hand and for sale
\. GARNER.
Mason City, Aug. 10, 1857. 49m3
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Wholesale Grocery House

Wholesale Grocery House.
Established in lS4S
No. 100, East Water ST., Milwaukee,
Wisconsin.
TINIIE undersigned would call the attention
l. of Country Merchants to their stock which
consists in part of
500 Hhds. Porto Rico & Muscovado Sugars,
100 Bbs. Refined ..... do.
200 Bbls. New York Groccrs Syrup.
500 Bags Rio and Java Coffees st.
GOO Half chests Young Hyson, Gunpowdcr
and Oolong Teas.
$50 Butts Tobacco, best Virginia brand.
A full assortment of
Groceries, WOODWARD, Brooms,
&c. &c. Our terms are cash or approved pa
per. Please give us a cali
n. B.-Solc Agents in this state for the sale of
Duponts Powder and Safety Fuse a full sup
ply constantly on hand.
LIT'rEI.L & BAKER
Milwaukee, Sept.SO, 1857. 2:3yl
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

And when that monster animal, the Iron Horse
Comes bounding DER these Vastly plains,
And whirls his p0nderous load attached,
snortng his proud defiance and sncakingIwovcs
Anrightcd seek their LARS: and wondering kline
In sad uncertinty course through the dclls -
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

then Howard county will reap her gol-
den harvest: AGRIcoLA.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Tbe gntelligenttr.
Westward the course Of empire takes it, way
St. Charles City, Iowa, Oct. Is, 1857.

\. D. r. HnDRETH l. D. y. W. CARVER, EDITORS
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Losses Paid. 10 Az. 31o "A.

IT wealth, with steady and prompt attcn-
Mon to n Legitimate Insurance business. and
the executions of contracts in good faith, have
inducements with the public in selecting their
underwater refer them for test of quality
and our claims to their patronage to records
of past services, rendering their continuance
with increasing ability and facilities in future.
Choice, tirst-class indemnity may he effect.
ed without delay, with this well known and
able corporation through
G. G. & II. G.. REINIGER. Agents,
st. Charles City, Floyd Co, Iowa.
Inn
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

School Books,
nF various kinds, for sale CHEAP at the st
" Charles Bookstore, by
.. HlLDRETH g. CARVER.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

We don't know about the mortgage but il il said that
several attachment - in readiness for himSES Ed
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15
Danse1S md OF Fire
Perils of Inland Navigation.

at as liberal rules and rates as risks assumed
permit of for solvency and fair profit
Especial attention paid to
Insurance of Dwellings, Farm
Property, Out Buildings
and contents. Such insured for periods of 8
to 5 years on the most favorable terms.
Losses equitably adjusted and promptly paid.
St. Charles City Republican intelligencer. [volume] (St. Charles City [Charles City], Iowa) 1857-1861, 1857-10-15

BLANKS of all kinds printed and for sale
I'D at this Office
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-26

TIM LATE BCReIARY THE BEAm STREET BONDED WARE
uousE.-Charles Seymour, the young who was shot
and subsequently arrested by the Fifth ward police while
engaged in burgarously entering the bonded warehouse
in Beach street Monday night, committed to the
Temhs yesterday morning by Justice Osborn, Of the
Lower Police Court The prisoner placed under the
charge Of Dr. Cov, q the City prison The ball from the
officers pistol supposed TO have lodged in the throat Of
the prisoner. All attempts TO find b, however, have
proved fruitiess. II pretty well understood that
Seymour had accompices with him. but in what way they
succeeded in making their escape at present mystery
II supposed that the burglars entered store Tor the
purpose OF carrying OF quantity OF silks las they had
provided themselves with large sacks capable OF contain
ing from ten Ia fifteen thousand dollars worth Of such pro-
perty but had subsequently changed their minds
paid their respects 10 Of valuable watches
About twelve thousand dollars worth of the last
named articles lad been taken from the case
person Of the accused the remainder found conceal
ed in the marble yard adjoining the bonded warehouse
where had no doubt been secreed by OF the
soner's confederaies. Seymour s very sulcn and will
not give Information whatever relative 10 the where
abouts Of his accomplces. lie s only ~ years OF age
and yet he represented by the police W be hardened
criminal and an expert burglar.
PcxrooSrTs AT THE PROCESSION YwsrrRpIv-Mrs
aacs Of No 100 Mulberry street. had her poke, picked
Of SIC while witnessing the procession In Broadway yes
terday. No arrest
Two were taken into custody, at the corner Of
Canal street, by Officer Elder, Of the Deputy Superinen
dents Office. suspicion OF picking pockets. No stolen
property having been found upon the persons Of the
cused they were discharged.
Several other arrests made by the up town police
but IN no case was there any evidence against the pr
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-26


MAGNOLIA, HARusoN COUNTY, I
Iowa, Nov. Is, 1857.
Westnr bsod-Hou Pycoresses-A Fine County Atay
out West-HoW Hard Times affect them IN Western
Iosca--Cyops-NeC Constitution General Ne,us de-
walk OF I'VE miles from the thriving town Of CAL
houn Iowa. brought me TO the county seat of Harrison
county, pleasantly situated and prosperous town Of
about three years growth containing three stores
two hotels, printing office, &c, &C. surrounded by
mills and well titled FARMS The county Of Harrison il
generally regarded and justly TOO, the richest and
best OF the Iowa counties, the Missouri slope Not
satisfied with actual observation, have conversed with
many OF the prominent citizens Of this county relative
10 it's and advantages II Is well watered and
timbered and contains some IA 900 of what is
termed swamp lands ands first donated by the general
government TO the State and by the State TO the coun
ties for county purpoees) This of ITSELF in Harrison
county 10 mine Of wealth. This IA 900 acres Of
swamp lands In Harrison county is really the choicest
and best-or as good the best-in the county
This land is remarkably cheap at 81 26 per acre, and
less than this price This Alone and outside OF the tax
real estate, &c. makes . county capital Of about
$3.50 Goethe interest Of which alone is sufficient, and
amply for all and every county expense and improve
ment. Harrison county may be considered lucky and
rich county All around here have noticed Of the
finest farms Western Iowa The crops raised
this season large and the farmers and people
generally no more feel the effect Of hard times than
they had existence Wisconsin and Ohio money the
principal money in use.
The constitution of Iowa, in effect here, is
quite change for the better OF there many
unpaatabe features in IT, yet the people generally are
satisfied The coming session OF the Iowa Legislature will
be an important to the State-ar than for
years previous.
Winter has come upon US, and whilst write the snow
lies about two or three inches on the level
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-26

Prom the Providence Journal, Nov. q.
This cotton mill, Of TO- 900 spindles, closed work
saturday, and all the persons there employed dis
charged The mill has been for time running short
time, working up the stock hand. The whole number
employed there, when all the machinery In operation
wss three hundred and the monthly wages amounted
10 between four and Ave thousand dollars. The with
drawal Of SO large will he seriously felt 10 the sec
ton Of the city In which the mill located, only by
the operatives but by the Keepers Of retail shops and the
owners OF tenements. The mill has been running nearly
thirty years, u was never before stopped account
Of any money pressure or any az the many fluctuations
IN business which have occurred during that long
The mill originally about half n It's present
size, the buiNhg al which commenced In the au.
turnn Of 1877 completed the following year
and the manufacture % cotton cloth then commenced
The hrst owners were Samuel Slater, David wilkinson
Benjamin Dyer and Charles Dyer In 1922 Mr. Slater be-
came sole owner, and remained In his hands until his
death In 1855 when hdcsoended his heirs II passed
out d his family some since and the present
are not residents OF this state u those who started the
enterprise our venerable fellow citizen Charles Dyer "
now the only survivor Although now nearly or npte
Tour score years 81 age we are happy 10 say he Is 10
the enjoyment u good health hs cheerful counteAntk
daily seen ~ the mart ~ trade and his interest In every
thing pertaining 10 the business welfare Of the city
remains undated. There " man now living among
us who has contributed b the Improvement and
permanent prosperity Of Providence than Mr. Dyer and
hope he may yet long live witness the bene6cent
results n the enlightened enterprise and far sighted
sagScity which 40 ominenty distinguished his cartier
years.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-26

Ateegraphc despatch received yesterday states that
the reported arrival OF the soop ofwar Saratoga in
Hampton Rcafs was a mistake
There has no orders yet received on board the
United States frigate Niagara, lying of the
Brooklyn Navy Yard TO put her out Of commission II Is
altogether probable that her crewwh the exception Of
the petty officers and marineswi be sent board the
United states receiving ship North Carolina until spring
She will IN the interval he thoroughly overhaule1, her
mats taken out and all the iron work comprised in the
man fore and mzzen rigging be replaced by strong and
substantial hemp material Her officers, those that wish
H. viii get leave Of absence 10 visit their friends and
homes and after the expiration OF such will report
for duty on board said ship.
The United States rigate Roanoke was taken into
the dry dock at the Charcstown Navy Yard on Monday
night and the necessary repairs upon her will now be
begun
W stated that orders have been received at the Navy
Yard here 10 get ready for 18th all possible despatch
the sloopof war Marion and the brig Perry Their des
nation Is said ~ be Nicaragua In order TO enforce il ne
cessary our treaty with that government as we'll AZ 10
compel the funlment Of their obligations 10 the United
states. The steamer louisiana brought down ninety
eight yesterday for the United States steamer
Powha,'an, oow getting ready 70 join the Eas, India
squadron.-Norfoik Herald, Nor. 81
The United States sloop .ofwsr ysudslia Commander
Arthur Sinclair, ut the Portsmouth Navy Yard, Is ready
for sea and will probably sail the eed inst The Van
daa arrived at Portsmouth (says the Chrnice) about
the first Of Octobe~ 1886 and taken the dry
dock at the Navy Yard June go where her copper
taken on, dech removed, and her planking from rail
down 10 light floating line stripped OF The tbct streaks
ceiling in the hold. and clamps were removed and new
streaks ceiling clamps and decks were put in, and
panks wales and rails put and the ship cauked cop.
pered painted and put anoat IN seventy three days
Orders received TO Of the ship for the 18th
Of October and she reported ready the Tth inst
In the meantime the cabin state and rooms were
completed the ship rugged and her and provisions
put board, and her furniture, curtains shades and
carpets fitted. The ship s furnished with spars,
sa and rigging and u said has been repaired and nued
out the complete ~ any shin Of her size
that has left the United states for many years
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1857-11-26
The Canals Freezing Up Everyvvherc-Navi-
CATION Ended.
from The Albany Journal ,

From the Albany Journal Nov %.
Forwarders this city this morning received despatch
from their agents in Schenectady and Utica the effect
that the canal frozen ut both places and that
boats could not be moved account Of the ice. From
this city 10 the Aqueduct can navigation is unintWrupt
ed. II s AZ usual the las, place that freezes up.
AT Rochester the canal Is icy, and boats fast.
There Is good deal OF produce aloai. The canal has
shut pam within twenty. four hours.
Al Iockpor the canal Is frozen stiff and the feet OF
boats is tied up securely.
At Pendleton ten miles Of Townawanda, yester-
day, boats mere moving, but the water full OF
snow.
Al Brockport boats passing hut there much
obstruction from snow and slush and last nights frost
turned the slush into ice.
The ST. GATHERINGS Post says the has fallen tho
depth OF foot in that town. and navigation OF
the Weland Canal is entirely stopped by Ice. Twenty
vessels, bound for lake Ontario lying Fort Col
borne.
At Buffalo the canal is frozen and the crock rs full Of
floating ice
The following dispatches have been received TO day by
the Auditor
FoSpA Nov. 25, 1857.
To Hon y. BKSrus-Canal freezing up rapidly, boats
obliged 10 lay up last night Ice breaker started this
morning Boats now move slowly.
i. j. McKINI.AY, Collector.
Atmoy, Nov. IS, 1857.
Ton. BKSroy;-Froze up my section. Broke icc
yesterday six inches Had twenty horses 10 tow
boat In port going West I. s, FOSTER,