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Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

Where Will be the birds that sing
A hhndrtd years to come :
The flowers that now In beauty sTrias,
A hundred years 10 eomef
The roy Tip. i
The Ion, brow.
The heart that beats
SO gAily now
oh. where win be lose's beaming eye.
%, : plesss II .niiies aai sorrow. sigh,
A hundred wears 10 Gomez
who'll press for gold his crowded street,
- hafdr sssfi N ecmef
Wso'n trea a yon church with willing feet,
Ahundfe years to 'mef 4n
Pale trembling age.
And iery youth.
Aud childhood with
llsbrcw OF truth
The rich. the poor, on land on sea.
Where siu lh.' mighty millions be
hundred years TO comet
We al within our graves shall sleep
A handEcd se@rs 10 comei
Nonving soul for us shall weep
hundred years 10 come.
But 9th men
our lands will ill.,
Andoshers then
Our streets will fill;
While other birds will sing gay,
A bright the sunshine a. day,
hundred years 90 come.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

fF The number Of Federal otlice.hold.
ers, exclusive OF the Army aud NAVY is
about 3e 600.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

~ The Un,on Of yesterday say. that Dan
ieI Mcclure has rerei'cd an appointment IN
The United States Navy. ard that Cyrus J.
poaham has been appointed Secretary 81
ssste
When did you Get the news. Nr bro~n
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

sE- The past whaling season IS rep
resented 10 to have been quite unprcntao''
aud discouragiog. in the Pacific.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

r%Cap, Bouaparte. IA grandson OF
Er King Jerome by his fret wife. Miss
patterson. OF Bsliimore.) formely ofthe
L. S army, now OF he Frsnch army. Is
about TO return to bis native country. On
y farlough Of six months.
Wabash express. [volume] (Terre-Haute, Vigo Co[unty], Ind.) 1841-186?, 1858-11-10

eiu. Ife - 81 1eis
3asmassr D 81 y 3 ss ssss sai
eais.serss n-llaiesss -9s..es
.stfslr - rsh tci7egs q is.a..
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
Ayers CathartiC Pills.

NHE sciences of Chemistry and Medicine have been
Il taxed their utmost to produce this best most perfect
pnrgatiye which is known to man. lnnumcrabe prpofs
shown that these PILLS have virtues which snrrs
excellence the ordinary medicines, and that they win ua
prcceienedy upon the esteem of all They s,R
aud pleasant take but powerful Their Ients
ang properties stimulate the vital activities of the y
the distractions of its organs, purify the bod
and expe disease They purge out the foul hunos which
breed and grow dstemper, stimulate sluggish isor
dered organs into their action and mpar healthy
tone with strength 10 the whole system Not only do
they cure the every day complaints Of every body hus
also Formidable aud dangerous diseases that have ba
the best of human skill While they produce powesi,
effects, they at the tnie in diminished doses The
safest aud best physc that be employed for chiCn
Being they pleasant 10 take aud being
purely vegetable, free from risk OF harm Cures
have been niss which surpass belief were they s,
by Of such exalted position aud character
~ to forbid the suspicion Of untruth Man, eminent
clergymen and have lent their
fy to the public the reliability of remedies while 9th
have sent the assurance Of their conviction that
my Preparations contribute immensely the relief my
afflicted, suffering fellow-nen
The Agent below named is pleased to furnish gratis my
American Almanac containing directions their and
certificates II their Of the following compaints
Costiveness Bilious Complaints, rheumatism, Drorsy,
aearomrn, Headache arising iom fon stomach, Nsr
Indigestion. Morbid Inaoa OF the Bowels and Pam
arising crefrom. fisuency lass OF Appetite all Ulcer
ons and Cutaneous Diseases which require eyacaanr
Medicine, Scrofuls Kings Evil. They also by purify
iug the blood aud stimulating the sysem many
complaints which would not be supposed they coal
reach, such Deafness, Partial Blindness, Neuralgia and
Nervous lritahty Drangements nj the Liver and Md
6oat aud other kindred complaints arising from
low stale Of the body obstruction 81 its functions.
Do not he pus OF by unprincplei dealers with some
other pill they make profit Ask for AYEs's
PIls, aud take nothing else. No other they give
YOU compares With this in its intrinsic value curative
powers. The sick the best aid there Tor them
and they should have it,
Prepared by DIR. j. T.. AVER.
Practical and Analytical Chemist, Lowell Mass
PACK 20 Crs PER Box. FIVE Boxks ron II.
SOLD BY
L. TAYLOR, 0tiumwa; tWm. Myers, Agency City
i-.pe a Reesuaa. Dahlensga, J. e. DElap Co. Ed.
dyyille; A. \, Ramsay, Abfa, GoBhall q Bruce Keo-
kak. and all Druggists
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

MAsoNIc.-The Grand Lodge Of Iowa con-
vened at DesMoines, on Tuesday of last week,
and closed its session on Friday. The follow
Ing are the officers for the ensuing years
J. r. Hartsock, Iowa City, Grand Master.
J. J. Adams. 0ttumwa, Dep. {"
John Scott, Nevada, Senior Grand Warden.
E. A. Gullbert, Dub uque, Jun. 6 /"
s. White, Des Moines, &c Treas.
- 4. 3. Parvin, Muscatine, Secy.
Rev. W. f. Remsburgh, Des Moines, G. c.
Z. Il. Benton, Council Bluffs, G. Marshal.
~ Fisk. I0dianola, Senior 6 Deacon.
W. w: Nc Knight, Wintersett, Jun. G. Dea.
;. Fuller, Lyons, Grand Sword Bearer.
D. .. Read, Independence, Grand Pursui-
want.
NJ. Benjamin, Fort Dodge, = c..
w woodward. Burlington T. Stewards
O. J. Mcneil, Davenport, Grand TYLER.
The next session Of the Grand Lodge will
be held in the City of Davenport, on the FIRST
Tuesday in June, 1859.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

THE OrTUMwA HousE.-This is familiar
name in these diggings, being the name by
which the present "Buck-Eye House," was
known Until quite recently. 1t will be seen
by reference to the new advertisements, that
our old friend, r. H. Warden, is about to es-
tablish himself there in the capacity OF Land
lord. The House has been greatly enlarged.
cleansed thoroughly, and replenished by new
furniture, and will be opened to the public
under new auspices on the Goth. Dick will
have everything as it should be, we will guar
antee, and he will be ably sustained by his
lady in the very important department, espec-
tally devolved upon her. We have no hesita-
ton in saying that at the s.Ottumwa House"
will be found plenty Of room, good fare, the
best of attention, and satisfactory charges
Success TO it.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

MILITARY. - Sometime ago there was
formed in this city very fine military COM
pany which rejoiced, we believe, in the name
of "The Ottumwa City Gnards'' an institu-
ton in whose success we felt deep interest.
In common with similar institutions during
the fall 1t suspended Lately we have heard
some talk of revivlng the organization. We
sincerely hope the boys will dc it. A we'll
drilled company is an ornament to any city.
What say you, boys, shall there be meet
ing
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

To kill CoIkreaches-get pair Of thick
soled boots, and then catch your cockroaches,
put them in barrel, then get into it yourself
and dance about an hour.
To drive flies out the house--put your mo-
lasses barrel and preserves in the back yard
In the sun.
To rid yourself Of Mosquitoes, il they
should trouble you while trying TO extermin-
ate the cockroaches, sit down in the barrel.
but first and foremost, light one of B. F. Cope.
lands cigars, smoke for about fifteen min
utes, then get some one to put tn e head in, a
the same time keeping your own in.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

The city has DOTTED her muddy attire and IN
its stead, put on that of sunshine and dry streets
which are the scene once more of business and
amusement. Carriages, filled with smiling
faces, are once more permitted 10 make theil
appearance without being liable to swamp
In fact everybodys face wears different look
since the ''cloud went over"
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
CARD.

CARD.
~" TO MY PATR0NS.--I would return my sincere
thanks for the good share of public patronage bestowed
upon my establishment and would say, that, not
withstanding the ateness of the in which my
store opened, have added largely to m. stock,
and have larger stock Of articles in my line than
be found in store west Of the Mississippi Hav
ing had fourteen years experience in the drug business
and having competent assistant physicians and 9TH
ers requiring medicines be confident of being
suited In every respect WM. Il. ELMENDORF,
Apothecares' Hall, Richards Buildings,
no15 0ttumwa Iowa,
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

We find in several of our exchanges, notices
Of our prospecting expedition sometime since.
Lest our subscribers should get the impression
that we have been getting qnantum snbfcit to
carry on our business from that source, we will
state that we emily visited the diggings on that
one occasion. The sum total of our search
amounting to about fifteen (dol-) cents.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

If you wish any work done in the way of
repairing your watches, clocks, or Jewelry,
we would invite you 10 call on Mr.. Mason,
who may be found in the room adjoining the
Ottumwa House. Read his card In to-day:s
paper and then encourage The enterprise. He
is good workman and warrants his work
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
To John III. kaICh.

MY gu are herehN no.
tilted that before the eighth day Of April, ISIS,
there will be file in the office OF the CerS OF the
District Court of Wapello County, Iowa. petition OF
Michael Pearson, claiming of yon the specific perform
anee of a contract, whereby you contracted 70 pur-
chase of from plaintiff The north half OF the north
qusrter aud the northeast quarter Of the north
quarter of section nineteen Ia Township seventy
two, Eangsfureen lying and being In NaPeilo eoun-
ty Iowa. and claiming that you specifically perform
your part Of said contract, by payhs 10 plaintiff
certain prOniSsory executed by Soa under writ
ten agreement. whereby you bound yourself to PAY to
The said Michael Pearson, the sum of nine-hundred
and thirty-ve dollars year aiter date ana dated
September the lst iSS6 aud claiming tsat your equity
of redemption shah he forever foreciosesl In and TO
the said Real Estate herein described, and claiming
that written agreement for che purchase and sale OF
said real estate Ia the possession az the defced
ant Ranch, uiay be pruiIcei, and claiming due to
the plaintiff, the OF ninehuudred am. thirty-iye
dollars, as money due on promssary note for said
aud, and claiming Interest and casts upon said note
Aud that unless you appear ami answer thereto on or
before the second 0Fuinp If the next term OF the
District Court IN aud tor Wapelio County, Iowa, ~
law required, Judgment win hs rendered against YOU
thereon. = W. SUMMERS, Act v Ter lFH.
April y, nosiw rs si0l
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

We are pleased TO notice the return OF oul
friend and fellow citizen, Mr.. Brokaw, of the
firm Of Sanford, Galoup g. Co., who has
been East for several months past. The Col.
informs us that the weather at the East has
beer exceedingly unfavorable so far.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

What are we to have going on in our city
on the 4th of July? Can't we have cele.
braton in honor Of that day? Other cite:
and towns around us are making preparations
to this end Why not the citizens OF Ottum-
wa? We have the music, (miitary and mar.
tiaD Of q superior quality, and patriotic citi.
zens enough, we should think, to advocate
and carry out something of this kind. By all
means let US have celebration.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

We don't wish TO discourage any of those
ladies who have heretofore presented this office
with bouquets, but we must acknowledge the
one sent us on Tuesday last, by Jennie, was
the incest of the season. She will please ac-
cept our thanks for the same.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

LARGE LEAr.-Dr. G. G. Warden exhibit
ed at this office, the other day, leaf of Rhu-
barb Of dimensions very creditable to this sea-
son, climate and soil, being 81 feet long and %
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

Drs. Williamson and ThralI have not dis
solved partnership, in consequence of the en-
gagement of the former at the Drug Store of
B. F. Copeland, but will still continue to prac-
tice as hei etofore.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
NOTICE.

gUyKIE Undersigned hereby gives notice that letters
n of Administration on the estate OF James Pumroy
deceased late of wapeo County have been issued to
him from the office OF the County Judge OF said County,
and that all persons having claims against said estate
win be required present them duly authenticated
for settlement within the time prescribed by law and
all persons owing said estate must make payment i'm
mediately. JOHN PUMROY.
Nav 18th 1855 nol3-4w
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

A couple were brought before the Mayor
on Friday last, for exhibiting feats Of pugi-
lism, "ground and lofty tuInbling," &C., and
were fined asfollows: James Murphy, $500,
- Riley, So. 90.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

In our account last week of two pieces Of
gold found by MIR. Tho,. J. Devin near the
old Post Office, we neglected to mention the
very material fact that the said specimens had.
a few moments previously, been there deposi-
ted by Mr.. D.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

There was quite large number of the ca
nine race assembled on Front-st., about 10
O'Clock Tuesday night. The occasion Of this
doggish assemblage Is attributed to the fact
that there was quite disastrous coaagration
that afternoon, in which large number of
bolognas were total loss; they were, no
doubt, sharing each others Affections.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
DIX. j. w. GARNER,
DENTIST, OF BURLINGTON, IOWA,

rs prepared to perform all Dental zs-s-N
81 operations No charge for any OPP I'D i.z II
Grafton that can be eNCeied for perma- i fY$x<$S
uency durability. or for exact imitation AIllJ
Of the natural Particular attention paid th
irrcgularity of chfldren's teeth.
ROOMS-At the late residence of ID. b. Ahrahams
Ladies waited upon at their residences frequested.
InlS-tf
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
Local and Miscellaneous.

The River is falling very fast at this place.
It attained to within about % feet of the '51
mark.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
OTTGNWA.-
PINE LUMBER YARD.

yHy1sE undersigned have established pine lumber
q yard Ia Ottumwa, where may be found, at all
times a good assortment and fun stock OF
Dressed an 4 I addressed Flooring, Stock
hon rds, Shingles ANA ..att, which we will
sell at prices that cannot be undersold.
Seasoned inch, inch and half and two inch, con-
stantly hand for finishing purposes. Sash. Doors
and Isl inls furnished in quantities to suit purclas
ers. We have also made arrangements by which We
supply lumher of any other kind, and are prepared
to hl bill for entire house
Orders solicited from lumber dealers for any
amount. rilES2lEkL a. CU.
September IL '5T-n29-y
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STATE OF IOWA, I sc.
M xss4an H.sgeATasN S~-

0riered--That the annexed Notice be published In
the Ottumwa Courier, weekly paper published IN
Ottumwa fsur consecutive weeks, ten days prior 10
the next term of the District Court of said County
JOSEPH Ia. FLINT, County Judge.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
B. & NJ. r. &. Il. NOTICE.

VUNHE Annual Meeting of the Burlington 4 Missouri
il River Railroad Company, (the time having been
changed by unanimous vote of the Stockholders) will
be held at the office OF the Company, in Burlington
Iowa. ON Wednesday, June 23d, at 10 O'Clock A. NJ
for the election Of Directors and the transaction oil
such other business as may come before them.
The sanction of the Stockholders to an office of the
Company In the Eastern States rcndered necessary by
their altered circumstances will be proposed by
addition To the ninth of the articles of Incorporation
revisal of the Bylaws OF the Company, Will also
be recommended. BY order of the Directors,
May 25th-4w. J. n. DENIS0N. Scc'y.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
WILLIAM ALLAN.
TAILOR AND RENOVATER.

(LATE WITH .. MURPHY
HOPES by attention TO business, to merit the
III Patronage of the Public.
| Cutting, Making Fitting and Repairing, done
promptly. Fit and durability warranted.
| Shop, second door west from the "Courier" Office,
opposite the Curew House.
MAY 9th, 1858. nl3-6m.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

A Nd The lots to build on for sale in the City OF
IA ottumwa plenty Of rock, sand water and 40 lime
on the premises. JOHN GRANT.
Fob. 26-52-tf
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
An unparalleled Discovery!
A POSITIVE AGJE EIeiDgCATOR

HNOVELL's Bebeerine Mixture is positive for
Y J Fever and Ague and all Bilious diseases. This
Mixture has been before the public for number Of
ears nd has always been used with 1t Is
harmless and certain remedy. Get pamphlet from
the Druggists and read 1t and you will be satisfied.
For sale here by DR.. Taylor-in ST. Louis by II.
Blakesy, andin Rock Island, llls by the Proprietor
no-l01y
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
School Notice.

YuNEACHERS who contemplate teaching in any o.
il the public schools Of Wapeo county, are reques
ted TO present themselves for examination required
by law AT my Office In 0tuinwa, Thursday, May 2Otl
1858 and the third Thursday OF every month thereaf
ter during the year apart for the examination
teachers
ss8- Once in the Court House.
May 14th, 1855 CD. r. BOYD, Consup'nt.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

S~The Prairie Farmer will be sent TWO years to
subscriber for -, in advance.
sg@A An old subscriber sending name, and
81 in advance, will receive two copies,- for him
self and one for his friend.
The Prairie Farmer will be sent trial for
Three Months for Is cents.
Address "Prairie Farmer" Chicago. Illinois
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

HF you want good Boots 4 Shoes, LAWRENCE has
ii them direct from the celebrated House OF Potter
Hitchcock, Boston.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

s(ALL at Lawrenees If you want a good Hat OF
u Gap, he has them, of nearly all styles and prices
He Is Agent for Loudens celebrated Medicines
Cali aud get IN Almanac for lS5s, free Of charge.
no3t.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17

The Ed. Manning, freighted with lumber,
left Burlington for this place, on Tuesday
las, SO SAYS the Hawk Eye.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
AUCTION

VNIIE UNDER SIGNED wishes to close out
y his stock OF Goods as soon as possible, and will
offer them at Auction, In Ottumwa, commencing Mon
day next, June It'll. The goods will be sold without
regard 10 COST and credit will be given until the LIST
day Of January, 1859. j. H. HARMONY.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
STATE OF IOWA, &c.
WApEIIp COrSrY. '

oRpEREp-That the annexed notice be published in
the otumwa Courier, weekly paperpublished in OF
days prior 20 the next term of the District Court Of
said County j. II. FLINT, County Judge.
To Joseph lsussel,
4y:-You are hereby notified
that there is now on file in the office OF the Clerk of the
District Court in aud for the County of Wapelio State
of Iowa. the Petition of ii. b. JONES' claiming of you
the sum of Twelve-hundred and Seventeen and 22lD0
Dollars under contract made between you and said
Jones whereby purchased of said Jones the follow
ing described Real Estate, situate in said County,
wit: commencing at the northwest corner Of the east
half OF the east half of south quarter of section
ten in township seventytwo north of range fourteen
running from thence east u chains thence south
"a chains and thence on line following the Demoine
river until it intersecs and strikes point due South
of the place of beginning, thence running north So
chains to place OF beginning, containing one hundred
and thrty-siN and gI-lO0 acres, less except
about half acre lying north OF the road leading
from 0ttumwa TO Eddyyile heretofore decided to Hen
~ Wilson. That you to said Jones in considera-
ton said premises two promisSory notes. each
for the of thousand and twenty five Dollars
due in six months from date aud tie other the
of ten per cent per annu frcm date thereof the said
Jones giving to You at the same time his bond for
deed of said premises conditional upon the payment
of said notes aforesaid with interest they become
due, to execute te yOn deed of said premises. That
said contract entered into in said County, or
about the 9th of June 1870 which date said and
bond bear Further are hereby notified that said
petitioner calls upon you and requires you to produce
said bond for deed in said at the next term
thereof and further that deed OF said premises
executed heretofore, towit; the 10th day of April
1858 by said Jones and his wife Louisa j. Jones and Is
still In the hands of said Jones ready to he delivered
You upon the payment Of the Aforesaid note due june
list 1851 which last mentioned note Is still wholly
paid and upon which said Jones claims Judgment for
the amount above claimed, to-wit: Tweivchundred
and seventeen aud 22l00 Dollars, interest and costs
and foreclosure of said contract and order for the
sale the interest you have ia said premises And
that unless you appear and answer said Petition
before the morning of the second day of the next term
Of said Court Ia be begun the 18th day of June next
Judgment viii be rendered against you thereon.
H. u. JONES,
by A. II. HAMILTON, his atty.
The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1858-06-17
Latin & Greek LANGUAGES,

higher branches OF Mathematics and Natural Science
Text BonSs.--Bulliop's Lain and Greek grammer
Puneos nglish grammar, Rays Arithmatc and Rays
Algebra.
TERMS OF TUITION vary from 81 to IS per quarter,
accor ding to branches studied.
Rooms in the second story of the Old Court House
Feb. %, '5S-n52-}m NJ. 4. ROBE, Principal.