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The Winchester home journal. [volume] (Winchester, Tenn.) 1857-1858, 1857-08-29

1886 prizes amounting to $6i7,7l7
CERTIFICATES or PACKAGES.
70 Whole Tickets $lal GO
20 Hall tickets CT n0
20 quarter Tickets SO 90
30 Eighth tickets IS 90
l"Ee% sos in noponio-t
We invariably answer letters by return
mali enclosing the tickets in a good safe Ell.
velope, and always observe the stric;est con.
tldente. a Iter the drawing is over, we send
the official drawing, with Il written expla~
nation Of the result of the venture. All PR.
yes bought at this Office are payable inmc.
dlasely after the drawing in Current None.
and we taSe Bank Notes of any State, or Dank
traits IN payment for Tickets at par. For
odd amounts IN making change we receive
postage Stamps; they being more conyenieD,
than silver, Correspondents NAV place the NJ;
most confidence in the regularly and safety
OF The mails, as very few OF no mscarragcs
"' Money happen when property directed to
us BE careful that you mention vour ros.
Office, County and State. Give ua at Ienst
one single trial, yon cannot lose. much, # no,
gam, One single trial may make you iude-
pendent for life. TRY US Thcrc should be
no such word us fail. Address
CORBIN Il co.
Box $50 Post Chice, Baltimore No
Or Orders for tickets in any of The MARY.
land Lotteries promptly attended to. Circu-
iarS containing Il llst Of all the Lotteries far
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Naugatuck Railroad. ESsAs4.5 ays.zE1 xyas;ssg Gessst.,.sss
Fall Arrangement.

On and after Monday, Oct. l9, 1857, Trains will
 run as follows:
 GOING NoRTH-LEAvE BRIDGEPORT. 1O.40 A. NJ. For Winsted connecting with the
 S2O A. NJ. Train from New York, and
 lO 20 A. NJ. train from New Haven, and
 at Waterbury with the >s...n from ard
 to Hartford II .25 A. NJ. Freight Train with Passenger accom-
 lnodatons for WinStcd. leaving Water
 bury to go north at 7:25 P NJ connect
 ing with train from Hartford 5.33 r. M. For Winsted connecting with the 3:lO NJ Train from New York and the 5:aO Train from New Haven.
 GOING SoUTu--LEAvE TWISTED. $50 A. N. Connecting at Waterbury without dcten- tinn With the S:2O X M Train for Bridge port, New Haven and New York; Also connecting with Train for Hartford 1.1O ?. M. From Winsted for Bridgeport, New
 York and New Haven. A Freight Train with Passenger Gar will leave Wa terbury a, S:45 A NJ, for Bridgeport, stop ping at all Stations. fl3' All Trains stop at all regular Stations --ag All Freight Trains have a Passenger Car attached.
 Stage Lines. The Woodbury Stage arrives to connect at Sev- molr with the 5. Q A NJ. train from Waterbury, and returns the arrival of the TO- 10 X. M train from Bridgeport
 The Stages from Watertown. Bethlehem, Iitch- field, Otis, Colebrook Centre Burlington, &c ar and rctd1h on arrival of the 10. 40 A. NJ. train up from Bridgeport.
 RsS deduction of Five Cents is made when Tickets purchased at the office
 c. WATERBURY, Superintendent Oct l4, 1857. 25
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MH LTON A c D E NJ Y.
 iFH 4 S NORsE B Principal

lEA A. $. MORSE, A. B.. Principal. The Fall term of this Academy, located at Milton, Ltchiel,i County, Conn.,, opens on Monday October 18th, 1857.
 The course of instruction embraces English branch les, Experimental Sciences, Higher Mathematics Ancient and Modern Languages, Music Drawing Pair ting. &c. Be-
 A Commercial Department has been added ill which thorough instruction is given as in any Mercantile College at half the ordinary expense Diplomas awarded to those that satisfactorily complete the A Teachers class will be formed the third week of the term, in which instruction will be ire, to those who design teaching The Faculty numbers four experienced teachers. The buildings new, and have an ample Chemical and Philosophical Apparatus. Tuition per quarter of eleven weeks S4 50 to S5. 50 Languages s6.5O Music and Oil Painting, each slO Modern Languages, each s3 Conner cial Course, S5.
 Board at public or private houses S2 % per week. Those residing in the vicinity who return home on Friday Sl % Rooms may be rented in the village by those wishing to board themselves.
 Literary, Scientific and Miscellaneous lectures will be delivered once in two weeks, by persons from abroadWintcr Quarter beginning Jan II, 1858.
 ks31 Send for Circulars. 26-tt
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svOfs 2.

fHSIbNEEl7L for past ftvors. Mir. CHRISTIAN N. REINHaRr would respectfully inform his nu- merous friends and patrons that he las received a suppy of GOLD AND >ILVER WATCHES, which he h,S carefully repaired and put in the best run ming order and vii warrant them for one year, These Watches will ba ss!d for less than their usual prices 4, regard to ilr. Ks ability for REPAIR ING V gCiES, he cannot be cxcc'Ird, having been u tiufscturer of Watches for several years Before coming to AnerHa he availcd himself of numerous advantages, tn become thoroughly ac- quainted with the Hecauisin of the Watch Man,l- factory. IL LS been mur. than sixteen years since Mir. R. has been following lhe Business ; and since he has been in America he has established for him self an excellent reputation All Watches which Mr. R repairs are walranl cd for ono year.
 Office at Baldwin book Store Nonth Street,
 Lrchfield, Conn.
 fa3" Watches can k sent sa,ry ' the New Mill ford Kent, or West Corn all Mlil ,ontractors
 June 2S, 1857. tf-l4
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The ENt OpeNM VH "A E E ~ A EI c. MPuU ID.

FOR RHEUMATISM, STRAINS. BRUISES,
 FRESH WOUNDS, BURNS, CHILBLAINS,
 AND OLD SORES.
 WITH few applications they readily yield to its magical powers, and by its use much pain and suffering might be saved if it could be introduced into every family in our land As Hs~ A FIR Hx V @-e- @Dn- it is unequalled, and one who owns horse should bt without it. single bottle may save the price of your horse. It is truly the Farriers friend the travellers hope, and the farmers dependence The above Liniment was discovered some years ago by an English chemist. who died suddenly and the lost to the world until Recently found among his papers, and is placed before the pub- lie, challenging its superior.
 There have been several hundred bottles sold in the vicinity where it is made and in no case has il failed to accomplish all and even more for which has been recommended
 At the solicitation of many persons who have been benefited by its the subscriber is preparing to extend its circulation. that the public may be benefited The proprietor contemplates having every family in the state visited with this valuable Liniment.
 It is put up at 25 and 30 cents per bottle so that all persons can be accommodated with an article which ought to be in every family. Liberal dis count made to agents.
 In of accident it is almost indispensable as for cuts, bruises or burns it is truly valuable.
 THREE or FOUR GOOD AGENTS can find steady employment until the whole state is can vassed and but a small capital is required. Fifty dollars will give person good outfit, and success is certain if they take with them the following eSsary artcles-eneyy and perseverance, Applications for agency must be made and personally to the subscriber The medicine will be ready about the lst of April next at wholesale. Prepared only by
 C. F. PECK, Proprietor,
 Successor to Peck, Gilmore X Co., Ellsworth, Conn.,, February B. 1857. 45y
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LhE tLxItLr7S SOAr.

LhE fLNtLL7S sOAT.
 UNSURPASSED OR EVEN UNEoUALLED FOR ITS Detersive, Erasive or Cleansing Qualities A s everything of this nature must stand on its "A own merits for public patronage-it is unnec- essary to state any thing than few facts, or what it win accomplish
 As common washing or laundry SOAP it does not require near much Soap or labor, and conse- qucntly not much to the clothes. in its use. does the common washing Soap, and can be used in either hard or soft water.
 Each bar of Soap is enveloped with directions for its use
 kI'e I have yzed specimen of Mr. Hotch- kiss Laundry Soap, and found it very superior tice for washing purposes. and free from adultera- tions. It makes client suds. and is exceed ngly we'll adapted for the removal of ink and grease spots from Cotton. Linen and Woolcn Goods. with out injury to the texture or color.
 SYLVESTER P. WHEELER Chemist. Bridgeport, August l8th 1857.
 Manufactured by
 JOSIAH HOTCHkISS, Agent,
 Bridgeport. Conn.,, Corner of Main street and South avenue, where orders will be received.
 For sale in Litchtield by the box at Adams's, and at retail at the principal grocery stores. 23tf
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Waterbury Marbie lManutat
 tOrV.

TO THE PEOPLE OF LITCHFIELD COUNTY. EAO you want to erect good Monument or Grave 1D Stone to a deceased friend! Cali lon
 WARREN. Do you prefer Marble to Limestone! if you do call on WARREN. Do you wish tc trade with honest ntii Gall on WARREN Do you want monument of Granite Free stone? Call Oh WARREN Do you want chaste design fer Monument or Tombstone? Call on WARREN Do you want anything in my line at fair prices, with good work and stock! Call on WARREN. Do you want a reference? Call on Dr. Lewis or Dr. Buel, or Rev. Mir. Wiley, Mir CroSsman. of Iitchfied Mir. Holibird, Alr. Horton, Mir Clark, of Winsted; Dca Picket. Samuel Ensign, of South Farms Gen. Abernathy of Wolcottvile or of any of the numerous customers who have patron ized me in the county.
 Waterbury, Dec, 1856. ly-34
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Piano Fortes. HaZletOn & Bros Piano FOrtes. ~

HaZletOn & Bros Piano FOites, For Sale by A. & J. Dayton Wolcottvnle, Ct wv HERE may be found fine assortment of W Piano Fortes from to l-3, 3-4, and IA octaves, manufactured of the best materuls and pronounced by the most distinguished Artists to be unsurpassed in strength and purity of Tone Will be sold on the most reasonable terms and warranted to stand in any climate
 At the Great Exhibition at the Crystal Palace. New York, 1858, Prize Medal was awarded to Hazleton Brothers for the superior quality of the Piano Fortes, which tested in regard to Touch Tone, Equality of Tone and Durability of Tune. = In all these points, the Pianos of HaZleton X Brothers placed in the highest grade, and Medal awarded them by the following distinguished Artists: William Norris, Chairman of Jury on Musical Instruments, Julien, R. S. Willis, Emelius Girac. Max Maretzek T. Eistedt, Dwight. w. H. Fry, Meignen, Jury on Musical Instruments, George F. Bristow Secretary ol Jury Musical Instruments.
 Also, Lghte, Newton and Bradbury's Piano Fortes which received the first premium at the World Fair, and the Fair of the American Institute at New York; 1853. Also, Piano Fortes selected from other loston and New York manufacturers. to order ; the .bove arc warranted to all who purchase.
 Melodeons usual, with l, 2, and sett of Reeds.
 A. & J. DAYTON Wnlcnttvie. May 15th 1856.
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
AMERICAN & FOREIGN PATNTs.

ak H. EDDY, Solicitor of Patents date Agent A $ . of the U $. Patent Office, Washington, un- der the Act of ls37. .J76 State St., opposite kihy St., Boston.
 After an extensive practice of upwards of twenty years, continues to secure Patents in the United States; also in Great Britain, France and other for ciSn counties. Caveats, Specifications. Assign nents and all Papers Drawings for Patents sxs- cuted in liberal terms. and with despatch. Rcsesr- ches maue into American or Foreign works. to de- | ternne the validity utility of Patents or lnvsa- tions-and legal opo other advice rendered in all ters touching the same Copies of the claims of any Patent furnished by remtting Che Dollar. Assign- nents recorded at Washington.
 This Agency is not only the largest in New EnK- land, but through it inventors have advantages for securing patents, ascertanng the p.tental,ility of inventions, unsurpassed by. if not immeasurably superior to- any that can be offered them elsew here. The testimonials below givel.. prove that none a MORE SUCCESSFUL AT THE PATENT OFFICE than the sub scIlber; and as SUCCESS IS THE BEST PROOF FACES OR ABILITY, he would add that he has Abun- dant to believe. and can prove that at po other office of the kind are the charges for profess sional services moderate. The immense practice of the subscriber during twenty years past has bed him to accumulate vast collection of spccif- cations and official decisions relative to patents These. besides his extensive library of legal anal mc- Chanca works an6 full accounts of patents granted in the United States and Europe, render him able, bcyond question: to offer superior facilities for ob taning patents
 
 cure patent. and the usual great delay there, here saved inventors.
 TESTIMONIALS. During the time occupied tfe office of Com missioner of Patents. k H. Eddy Esq, of Boston, did business at the Patent Ofic;. Sol citor for procuring patents. There few, if any, persons acting in that capacity, who had much busiEcss before the Patent Office; and here none whv conducted it with more skill idelity and success. l regard Mir Eddy of the best informed and most sklul Patent Solicitors in the United States. and have no hesitation in ssuring inventors that they cannot employ person competent and trustworthy, and more capable of putting their ap piitatiDns in form to for them early and favorable consideration at the Patent Office. | EDMUND BURKE, 1 Late Commissioner of Patents" From the Present Commissioner. "AuausT l7. 1S55.-During the time have held the office of Commissioner of Patents R. H. Eddy Esq, of Boston. has been extensively engaged in tn. transaction of business with the Office as Solicitor He is thoroughly acquainted with the law, snd ths rules of practice of the Office. I regard him as one Of the most capable and successful practitioners with whom l have had official intercourse.
 CHAS. MASON,
 Commissioner of Patents '' Boston, Jan l. 1857. 38-1y
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kV.STk UGT'lO.r.
1NyHE OLCOTT TITUT
 The REV D. G. WRIGHT NJ A. Rector

TNyHE WOLCOTT NSTITUTE
 II The REV. D. G. WRIGHT, M A., Rector.
 This Institution affords every opportunity for the thorough education of boys, preparatory for College or active business
 The Location. in point of health and facilities for rational amusement is second to none in New En9 land the Ntugatuck Railroad renders it easy of ac cess. and the names of the Trustees will afford sut tieient guarantee that the ancient and honorable reputation of this town as seat of learning will he fully sustained.
 The pupils members of the Rector's family and subjected to parental discipline are faithfully taught and enjoy the comfort of a home The number is so limited that each may receive every attention requisite to promote mental and moral progress. No pains will be spared to render the schol rShp of the school equal to that of any in the country.
 The scholastic year is divided into two sessions commencing the ist Wednesday of May and No- vember. Vacations the months of April and Octo- ber
 A plain uniform dress will. hereafter be worn bv the pupils. which may be furnished in the school or at home. Each pupil provid: his own towels, nap kins sheets and pillow cases also silver fork and spoons Every article should be distinctly marked with the owners name.
 Gk7 The Rector will receive those boys who reside in New York. or vicinity, at the Astor House. pre- ecdng the commencement of each session and. at its close accompany them iron, Ltchtield to the city
 The hcCtOT tllc noff'I tO IticI to IRe OOdTd Trustees: The Rev J. NJ. Wiley, the Hon. Josiah G. peckwith, Edwin B. Webster Esq. the Hon. Gideon H. Hollisser. William F. Baldwin, Esq. Tie Visitors: The Right Rev. John Williams D D the Rev D. R. Goodwin. D. D., Pres Trinity Col
 legc. the Rev. Robert A. Haam, l.. D., the Rev. Jacob L. Clark, D. D. the Rev. Edward A. Wash
 burn also, to The Right Rev. C. Brownell, D. D., the light Rev. Hnratiu Potter, D.. LL D.. J. \. Balestier, Esq, If Wall street. New York w. D. Washburn Esq., I'll Houston street. New York
 Aaron Erickson Esq. President of Union Bank. Ro- chester New York; H. Hitchcock, St. Charles H"- tel. New Orleans Henry A. Bills, Esq. Washing
 ton D. C.. the Hon. Seth P. Bee,s, the Hon. Origen $. Seymour Ltchicld; the Hon. James NJ smith
 Recorder, New York City; Wm. H. Phelps, Esq
 Winsted.
 TEkMs.-' nc hundred dollars per session. payable invariably in advance Modern Languages. each sl5 per session Drawing. Sl0 Music, Organ ol Piano. S2O: Scat in Church S1. 23
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M. W. KING & SON.
PATENT A4 Ca AIR MANUFACT7 n uRS

PATENT ,M HAIR MANUFACTuRH FRS 4ao hhooME ST., ONE Doon EAST er Bae..xax.
 uate 4ss Broadway
 NEW YoRM
 (Eaablishea AD., NSas1
 INVITE an examination of their great xs.,.,-s \ superior assortment of CHAIRS, man.f,,'r r-S at their own establishment, and under their ii. ne diate observation and direction, Including
 PIVOT REVOLVING CHAIRS, SELF ACTING EXTENSION ARGUMENT CHAus IMPROVED INVALID WHEEL CHAIRS, MAJOR sE4RLE'S TRAVELLING INVALID CHAIR SPANISH SPRING AND sQUAB cnAni>, RHEUMATIC, SPINAL ASTHMATIC INvALlL Ss.
 &C., &c., Sc. Embracing the most complete assortment sad choicest kinds for PARLoRs DRAWING R0oNs, cEAM- BERs GARDENS, LIBRARIEs COUNTING Horsns, OFFICES, PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS, DESTIsrs, BAIstrss &c, together with every desirable sort adap,esl ts the comfort convenience, and luxury of the SIsx, the AGED the ISFIRM the LAME and LAZY.
 In point of ingenuity of design, elegance of hssAs quality and richness of material faithfaness Of exc cution, durability and cheapness. these Chairs ~rs unsurpassed For them N. W. KING SoN, were awarded the first and only PriN Medal, and the Faculty recommend them far preferable to bc,.sx couches for patients afflicted with Spinal Asthasts ~ Bronchial affections.
 To either of the chair may be attached . esn- venient reading or writing DESK, and any conlbiRa, tion desired will be manufactured to order. /. Circular with explanatory cuts, will be seat by mail if requested and orders, with remittances, ! promptly forwarded to any part of the world
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
LUXURY AND ECONOMY!

An Arm Chair, Reclining Chair, Couch and B<d- stead. COMBINED IN oNE,) is susceptible of twclv6 different positions. changes. to meet the varied requirements for comfort convenience, luxury. and economy tin space we'll as price.) Whether in sickness or health, this celebrated CHAIR IAN rov LIKE IT, excels in many respects, any chair perhaps ever manufactured in this any otl CT country.
 The price varies from Fyteea to .Sty Dollars. Rs- cor,iinr to finish
 To Public Institutions, we'll to individuals, supplied in any number, the most liberal terms. Apply to, or address
 M w. KING X SON, 43s Broome St., One door Eist of Broadway, \ r., 49-yl i46S LATE BRoApwAr I--
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
John M. Atwood .

fo l48 ChaAham Street, (corner Mulbe7y,) Ntr Fork INVITES attention to his Large Assoytssont oJ n Watches, Jewelry, Silver Ware ana raalcz Articles
 Gold Bracelets, Pins, Ear Rings, Chs tsiain g%sf and Fob-chains Gold Necklaces, Crc.ss.s l4s5l.!. Rings, Spectacles, Pencils, Seals, MT4A.s. 4 ,yss Charms, Sc. tIrFEN
 Cameo and Mosaic Bracelets Pfns.yasd ls.. I:nnS. Silver Tea Sets, Cups PitcheRsi Spoons, Nap ss Rings Forks. Fruit and Butter Knives
 Silver Plated Tea Sets Cups Castors, Cake Be tfS Urns, ? akettles, Card Baskets, &c ,I1o <
 Fors tie cheap for cash and warranbais rpseseeted
 eS Pa. ticulaz attention giress1seystEinE and ad- justing Duplex, Chronomet Eke Lever fatehes
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
Saddle and Harness Making.

f&SHE subscriber continues to manufacture ard II keeps on hand ,ything in his line of business and he would invite the attention of the public to his establishment. believing that he supply Harness Saddles Bridles, Collars, Whips &c. of as good quality and at as cheap rates be found elsewhere. ,Jobbing and repairing promptly and Satly executed
 The subscriber has removed to the loft over the grocery store of William II. Wheeler, East street, where he continuest to manufacture.
 FREDk BROWN. Ltchfieid June l. 1857.
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
Blacksmitaing and Wagon Re-
 pairing.

MIR II. E. GIBBUD, HAVING MADE AR
 WE rangements which will enable him to attend to all work in the above Line, would respectfully inform the citizens of LitchticL and vicinity, that he can be found at the building known = Rogers Blacksmith Shop in Spencer street. with every fla cility for a quick and thorough execution of Jobs. His long experience norkman he trusts, will enable him to give entire satisfaction to those who may favor him with their patronage.
 Litchield, April 2l, 1e57. 52tt
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E HC NNQD ~ AA
Boots aRl Shoes.

VUNHE subscriber mry be found in Lords building IL up stairs. opposite the Enquirer office where he is prepared to make all kinds of BOOTS and SHOES to order in the best manner and at reason able pri-es nclGding Ladies and Cliillrens Boots aa1 Shoes.
 RKrAIAlNa done at short notice.
 Nj IFFLAND, I4tchEetd, April 7. 1857.
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
PATENT .WED!CZrES.
Ayers Catllartic Pills,

Ayers Catllartic Pills,
 SUGAR CoATED,)
 A RE made to cleanse the blood and cure the A sick. Invalids, Fathers, Mothers, Physicians, Phanthropsts read their effects and judge of their Foul Stomach
 INDIGESTION AND IMPBRITY OF THE BLOOD.
 PrTrsBURG PA, May l, 1855. DR. J. c. AVER. Sir: I have been repeatedly cured of theworst headache any body can have by a dose or two of your Pills. It seems to arise from a foul stomach, which they cleanse at once If they will cure others they do me, the fact is worth knowing Yours with great respect.
 ED. w. TREBLE, Clerk of Steamer Clarion. BILIOUS DISORDERS AND LIVER COMPLAINTS. Department ofthe Interior, Washington D C. 7Feb5 SIR: have used your Pills in my general and hos pital practice ever since you made them and cannot hesitate to say they the best cathartic we employ Their regulating action on the liver is quick and de cided, consequently they are an admirable remedy for Arrangements of that organ. Indeed have sell dom found a case of bilious disease so obstinate that 1t did nt readily yield to them Fraternally yours ALoNzo BALL. M. D. Physician of the Marine Hospital
 DYsENTEEY, RELAX AND WORMS. Posi Office, Hartland Liv. O., Mi, h Nov 16. 1855 DR. AVER: Your Pills are the perfection of medl- cine They have done my wife more good than can tell you. She had been sick and pining away fol months. Went off to be doctorcd at gret expense, but got no better She then commenced taking your Pills. which cured her. by expeling large quan titles of worms ldead) from her body. They afcr- wards cured her and our two children of blood dysen- tery. One of our neghbors had it bad, and my wife cured him with two doses of your Pills, while others around plid from five to twenty dollars doctors bills. and lost much time without being cured entirely even thea. Such medicine as yours, which is ac- tually good and honest will be prized here.
 GEO. J. GRIFFIN, Postmaster.
Litchfield enquirer., 1857-12-31
ON c 5: M . R E T H :
 0,L D B RICK aS FLIED TO OVERLOOKING WITH ALL Kinds of

"
 BOOTS and SHOES, Fresh from the Eastern Factories, as good as the best and as low the lowest Our patrons are ,e- spectfully invited to call. and pick and choose for themselves Now is the time to get good bargains in Ladies' Gents Mi>scs,' Chdrens,' Boys, and Youths B"ots Shoes Gaters and Slips, of every kind known to the trade
 Thankful for past favors, and still more so for those that may come. MEAFOY & MUNSON,
 One Door West of Court House,
 Litchteli, Conn., N. B.-All those who have accounts .hree months and over will please call and settle without further notice. NJ. X NJ. Aug. 26, 1857. 3t-19