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The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
COzitc One! Come .fLL!!
SIMPSON g. HOXSIE

SIMPSON g. HOXSIE
Are now receiving larse and well selected as
soItment of
GROCERIES, WINES AND LIQUORS,
which we offer to the public at very reasonable
prices: Or Goods are direct from the city OF
New York. all fresh and new, and we are con
vii:ced that they must please all WHO desire to
prrclase. The stock consists of all kinds OF
staple and fancy Groceries usually kept. We
have laso for sale
BRANBIES, WINES, GIN. SCHNAPPS
and cured Liquors of all desert tons. Black
berry and Raspberry Brandies, together with
the hest traIds in malket of Scor, ALE and
oSpoN POTTER Derby g. Days Star brand
Whskey, and various other brands which We
will sell at as low Il cures as any other House -
Wealso have large and varied assortment of
G G A r S,
Havana, Opera and Principe in any quantity,
and at prices r ming from Ten to Si1ty Dol
lars per thousand.
BOOTS e. SHOES.
We have small lot of Boots and Shoes that
we viii sell cheap.
". B.-Our Goods were all purchased in
New York from first hands, and we can conse-
quently sell them lower than those who have
paid profit to the merchants of chicago and
milwaukee The proof of this can be demon
stratcd by an examination of prices.
Store Oh Main street, one door cast of the
Waverly, and nearly on. ,oste the Eagle Hotel.
McGregor, July Sd, 1857. n2S
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20

A TRAVELLING ExPER1ENcE.--Mr.
Green, well-to- do resident of s'me-
tropolitan" city, recently travelled for his
health. On his way to New Orleans he
found himself one day at st. Louis
While stopping on board the steamer
Sucker" gentlemanly stranger made
his appearance On the dock. Gentle
manly stranger had lady on his arm,
but not SO closely yelled, however, as
to entirely conceal pair Of plum color
ed eyes. the sight of which impelled
Mr.. Green to re-adjust his dickey.-
Gentlemanly stranger approached Mr..
Green. Going down the river, sir 2
Il am, sir said Green. Such being
the case, will you oblige me by taking
charge Of this lady as faras Snagtown Q
Green said Certainly, with pleasure,
and stepped on board with the young
lady. Mr.. Green soon became consid-
cradle interested in his protege-more
or less. Mr.. Green meets with bewil-
ing success. Passengers very dull
Mr.. Green continues to WOO. Green's
young lady is observed after while, by
other young ladies to cry a good deal in
very conspicuous parts of the vessel,
and then, when observed, to muffle up
her face and sob. Lady passengers, full
Of pity, conclude that young lady is a
Heloise, and Green wretch ask if it
isn't the case2 Young lady boo-hoos.
Gentleman passengers call meeting in
the saloon. Heightened looks grimly
ssgacious then takes Mr.. Green aside
and DULLES about young lady. Captain
calls him "a. villain before folks, and
orders marriage certificate. Green
declines. Captain produces two revolt
yers, bowie-knife and Clergyman
Green then succumbs and consents
Young lady overwhelmed, other ladies
overwhelmed, everybody overwhelmed,
especially captain clerk, who exchange
es winks with the bride when unobserv-
ed by the rest of the party. Minister
makes out certificate. and just as he
puts tail to the last Y, Captain orders
up a basket of champagne. All now
cheerful. Gentleman joke Green, ladies
allsympathy to bride, dinner, and report
in the newspapers. So far SO good
The above was the romance of Mr..
Green's travel. The reality was that
three days afterwards Mr.. Green was
widower. The bride turned up missing,
while Mr.. Green's money belt, diamond
shirt studs and watch were keeping her
company. Mr.. Green returned to the
city last Monday, with considerably
larger views as to mankind in general
and women in particular.-Boston Coar-
Ter.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
Purify The DlcOd.
MOE F A rs
Il T r. II II III Il S, (.
A n d
hGalS.C RSttcrS.
PREE FROM ALL MINERAL PlIS0BS.

The great popularity which MoFrAr's LIE
P LIS and IndsNIx B.TTERs have attained i'm
Gems quencc Of the oxt'ao dinary cures elfcc-
ted " their rse. renders it unnr ccssaIy for the
pr pietor to enter into particular analysis OF
their medicinal virtues or properties. Having
been mere than twenty years before the public,
and hay ing the united tcstim'ny of more than
1hree Millions of persons who have been rcstor-
ed to The enjoyment of pc feet health by them,
it is believed that their reputation as The best
vegetable medicine now before the lublic adj
n's Of no Dispute. In almost every city ard
village in the United States, there are many
who are ready to testify to their efficacy in re-
moving disease, and giving to the whole system
renewed vig"r am! health.
In eases of Sclotula, Ulcers Scurvv or EruD-
tons OF the skin, the OPERATION of III Life Ned
icines is truly astonishing. often removing in a
few days, every vcsfigc of these loatllsome dis
eases. by their Purifying effects on the blood
Fever and Ague, Eysi e! sin. Erorsy. Piles, AMI
in short most all diseases, soon yield to their
curative properties. No family should lie
without them, as 10y their timely use much suf-
te'inS and expense may be saved.
Prepared by VIM. B. MoErAr, NJ. D., New
York and for sale by Hoffman, Benton e. Co.,
McGregor, Iowa.
July, 1857. mss
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
Town Lots.
WEST M'GREGOR PROPERTY.

COOP TITLES
KR|E now offer for sale. on the most rea.
w sonable. and to persons who wi.l, TO
improve, the NEST accommodating terms, 800
lots in the West McGrcgor Addition This
addition, for pleasantness of location and cen
vehience cannot be surpassed, having an album
dance OF fine water, and being situated Oh the
main lhoroughfare leading to the country
Several fine Improvements have already been
commenced, and are fast approaching compile
ton one Of which will be the finest ho.el build.
ing in MeGresor, to be finished in good STYLE
and well kept. Callsoon, as lots are going fast.
June 49, 81. III $. GRANGER d. Go.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20

- What more pleasant Offering can
Be laid upon the altar of mans heart
than the first love of pure, earnest and
affectionate girl, with an undivided in.
terest in eight corner lots and fourteen
three-story houses?
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20

The Turks consider that their Sultan
has made great approach to European
customs, because he has reduced the
number of ladies in his harem from one
thousand to only three hundred and IF
tyl
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
I8 d % II $ II N Il Shoe

countless numbersand infinite variety.
CLOCKS IL JEWELRY.
This Stock was selected to suit tho
wanssand tastes of Northern Iowa, and
they are beginning to melt away under
the influence of loo prices, backed by
prompt attention of active and accommo-
dating statesmen. We offer our goods
at Wholesale or Retail, for cash or its
equivalent.
Orders from customers in the into,
rior, faithfully filed and warranted to
suit in quality and price, in every in
stance.
Es- The same sentlemanly and atten-
tive Clerks will remain in the Store, and
l wish to retain the same customers.
ID. BAUGH.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
Lumber EEN--Osss

CONSTANTLY Oh hand aud for sale by
~ Grant d. Peck, from the extensive Estab
lis N Ut of Messrs. Austin d Tomiins,u, ut
jackson, Mich-consist:ng of
Heavy ana Light Nut Skeins.
." Shell Skcin aud rire Pox.
" Iron Axel , d inch. arm suitable fer
horses
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
A Quaint Old Song.

ny JOHN STILL, 1850.
cannot cat but little meat, ,-..- . .s
NY stomach is not good --
But sure, think that can drink e.
With him that wears hood.
Tho 60 bare, take ye no care,
Inothing am cold. .r-.-
stuff my skin so full within,
OF jolly good ale and old ",.
Back and side 90 bare, 60 barr,
Both foot and hand 60 cold
But, belly, God send thee good ale enough
Whether II be new or old.
have no roast but nut brown toast,
And crab laid on the fire
A little bread shall do me stead,
Much bread I. do dot desire. ( ....
No frost, no snow, no wind, trow
Can hurt me II I would,
am % wrapt, and thoroughly lspt
In jolly good ale and old,
Back and side 20 bare, &c.
And Tib, my wife, that has her life,
Loveth good ale to seek,
Fun Oft drinks she till We may see
The tears run down her cheek,
Then doth she trout to me the bowl,
Even ~ q maltwoIm should,
And saith, s'Sweet heart, took my part
OF this jolly good ale and old"
Back and side go bare, &c.
Now, lot them drink, till they nod and wink,
Even ~ good fellows should do;
They shall not miss to have the bliss
Good ale doth bring men to;
Add all good souls that have scored bowls,
Or have them Justify troul'd,
God save their lives both they and their wives,
Whether they be young or old,
Back and side go bare, &C.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
Prairie duChiesl,

HNAIlC Ota OAkViA, - w Is,
We are now in readiness to attend to the
Commission and Forwarding Business, and to
those having goods or produce passing through
this point either North, South, East or West, we
proffer our services.
Our location near the Depot Grounds, Steam
Boat and Steam Ferry Landings, gives lis the
most convenient facility for carrying on the bu-
siness which we now respectfully solicit. In all
cases we shall act for the best interest of our
correspondents, and we assure them that all
Goods entrusted to Us shall be handled with
care and forwarde! without delay.
Produce bought and forwarded on reason
able terms.
U Mark Packages Care of o. g. W., Prai-
ric du Chen" n3S.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
A LYRIC.

She Is not thir to outward view,
As many maidcns be;
Her loneliness never knew
Until she smiled on me.
Oh! then her eye was bright,
we'll Of love, spring Of light;
But now her looks are coy and cold
To mine they ne'er reply;
Aud yet cease not to behold
Tho love-lght in her eye:
Her very frowns are swecter far
Than smiles Of other maidens arc.
HARTLEY CoLHRIpoH.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20

In order to place this valuable medicine with
in the reach of all, it is placed at the low price
of 25 cents Fer bottle, End it is warranted to ef
feet more cures than any dollar medicine before
the public. COLWELL d CO.,
Sole Prop.icto:s, Madison, Wis.
Sold by Hoffman, Benton g. Co., II. w.
Wood & Co. and J. S. King g. Co., McGregor,
Iowa.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1858-01-20
LUMBER -! LATH /! TinbER!!

HOMER KENNEDY,
HIS Just landed at McGregor. an assortment
of Lumber, Timber and Lath that can not 10
eScelled for quantity or quality. on the Miss.
issipJi River.
The saltwater Lumber is admitted to be
the best that floats, and a raft of this iavoiite
quality is j. st deli' cred to me, comprising:
GOJ,OGO feet of Lumber.
100000 Lath.
In the Above receipt may he found every
kind OF Lumber required by the builders Of
Northern Iowa, Square Timber of all sizes,
Tickets &C., &c.
SHINGLES,
always on, hand. .I ....
lam selling the above stock at low rates for
CASH. AMI respectfully invite these who contcm,
plate b,ilding. to call and examine the mate.i,
al.
Office, one door west of the Post Office
Gresor, June a6, 81 l-:7-6m
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On "a III = q
n IL w B lex STORE,

u
Having purchased the entire Stock of
Merchandise owned by Allen & Wilker-
son, the undersigned respectfully invites
the public before purchasing elsewhere,
to examine the large and complete as
sortment which he is now offering at
reduced figures.
The following brief list of such arti-
Giles as rccur to the mind, will give
only faint idea of piles of Merchandise,
and the variety of useful ornamental and
Indispensable articles that crowd the
commodious Three Story Building.
In Dry Goods, | have
Flannels, Cassimeres. Sattinctts.
Broad Cloth Sheetings, Tickings,
Llnseys, Jeans, Prints,
DeLains. Cashmeres, Merinos,
Drllllngs, Silks, Bareges.
o'Iihs' Laces, Grapes.
G ROCE RIES.
Tea, Coffee, Sugar, Rice, Saleratus, Mo-
l2sses: syrups, Allspice, Pepper, Ginger
Salt, Fish, Flour, &c, DC,
@ 10 t IN i IN
A very heavy Stock. Of Over Coats,
Dress Coats, Frock Goats, Pants, Draw
ers' Vests, Socks, Wrappers, Hats,
Caps, Cravats,
GEsOCAERS y, of all description,
suitable for the humblest Cabin or the
well furnished Mansion. Glass Ware,
Tin Ware, Wooden Ware, Willow Ware,
II ARDW ARE.
Axes, Saws, Files, Chiscls, Planes,
Bits, Augers, Knives and Forks, Pen
and Pocket Cutlery Spoons, Bells, Brads,
BUILDING MATERIALS,
such as Nails, Glass, Putty, Screws and
Door Trimmings, Timers and
Plasterers' Tools, Oil Stones
CORDAGE OF ALL SIZES STOVES
sstas8 ALL PATTERNS, 20
Stove Pipe, Grindstones, Butter and
Provisions Generally.
slacksnliths' Tools,
F A II NJ l N G UTENS ILS,
Flows, Rakcs, Shovc!s, Hoes, Spades,
Scythcs, Log Chains,
Drugs, a general assortment of Dyes
and Drugs.
S II A TT FORA RY.
Note Paper, Letter Paper, Fools Cap,
Memorandums, Check Books, School
Books, Ledgers. Miscellaneous Books,
Pens, Ink, Envelopes, Waters, g., DC.
SOLE AND UPPER LEATHER.
Findings always on hand.
Flu T. II i t Ire.
Bedsteads, Lounges, Chairs, Rocking
Chairs, Tables, Stands, DC, &c.
Ma t t T. a $685..
Trunks, Valises, Carpet Sacks, Umbrel-
las, Grain Sacks.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09

remove direct taxation. 40 one can doubt
that each Of these lines possesses great adj
yantages over the Baltimore and Ohio Rail
road. Their grades, their curves, their eli
mate, the products and capacity Of the coun-
try through which they run, their Western
terminus. --one low down Oh the Ohio, the
other on the broad mississippi all vast
~ superior. But, to say nothing Of future
increase from the increasing population and
wealth of the country, suppose the income
of each equal to the income of the Balti-
more and Ohio Railroad, how long would it
take the States thrce-ffth Of the nett in
come to pay off the State debt?
Cheer up, then, neighbor. Let these
glowing prospects Of golden shower en-
courage us both to hope that better days may
yet arise and that Captain Peck will not
always pursue us. As we have spent much
and run ourselves in debt, let us spend lit
tie more, to make our outlay profitable. -
Let as not have our hall finished mouse, 10
rot on our hands and tumble about our ears,
especially when we see that if finished it
would richly rcmunerate all our labor and
expense. We intend to publish some doc
umcnts from the most reliable sources, and
Which we think must satisfy every one that
the estimates VIC place on the value Of these
great works are rot visionary, but rest on
the solid basis of certain truth, that if
prosecuted with energy, the glory and en-
pire Of Virginia is accomplished, and that
if she fails to resume that precedence which
was once hers among her sister States, the
shame Of her continuing inferiority must
tinge the cheek Of her degenerate sons, and
viii not rest on her, nor on that bountiful
God, who has done ycrything to make her
great and powerful.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09

DestrEcttre Fire The most destructive
fire which has occurred il our city for some
time, took place on Monday night last, when
the workshop Of the Central Railroad Com
pany was destroyed. " When the fire was
first discovered. it had made such progress
as to prevent those who were first Ga the
ground from saving any Of the machinery
There were seven or eight locomotives in
the shop at the time, all Of which arc con-
siderably injured some Of them arc aim est
valueless. The locomotive H. Is Gill ar
rived Monday evening about o'clock, and
after being detached from the train Of cars,
was run into the locomotive house. As the
fire was first discovered On the side where
this locomotive stood, it il supposed that a
spark fell into the waste box, where there
was a lot Of rags and other comb1sstiblc
matter, which speedily caught and produced
the confagraton. The shops were located
on Union street, in the Southeastern part
Of the city; and there being 40 frc-plugs
near, it was only with the greatest efforts
that mach Surrounding property was saved.
The Locomotives damaged BY the fire
were the b. II. Gill, Hanover, Hunter,
Rockfsh, Blue Ridge and Frederick Harris,
A large iron lathe, valued at about Ss 500,
was also destroyed. The Company had an
insurance Of but 81 800, On the property,
in the Virginia Fire and Marine Office.
The entire loss to the Railrcaa Company
will be between So, 600 and $40, 0Uv y
Richmond Enquirer
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09
Commodore rau5s5sing@s gnstsn..tt,,,s.s..sS.

The following arc sail to Ne cory Of The
instructions sent to Conluodora paAl.:sig !;
SlR' From information received al this
Department. there Is reason to bfliayc that
lawlcss persons are now Engaged Njtbi:. thc
limits of Tile United States III Sest.Ag 81
foot. Al" preparing the means II military
expeditions, to be carried: ~ against thu
Territories Of Mexico, Nicaragua all Costa
Eica- republics with whom the n States
are At peace in violation Of the si&lh ec-
ton d the at Of Congress, arpfase,i ! i,rl
IS. 1918.
And under the eighth section Of said act
il is ulale lawful for The President, 81 such
porsos as lie Shall empower, to '.enp'ny tic
land ana naval forces &C the United States
and tic militia thereof, tur The purpose Of
preventing the carrying on CT amy such c1-
petition o. ENTERPRISE from H. Territories
Or Jurisdiction Of the United States"
am. therefore. directed hy the PrnSi-
dent to call your attention u the subject
and to urge you to use III @ue diligence
and 70 avail yourself o. MI Ieeitinat, niears
at your Command, to enforce tlitse. and all
other provisions Of the S;sil act Of 2tth Of
April, 1918, against those Who may ID
found to be engaged in setting On foot q
preparing military expeditions against The
territories Of Mexico, Costa Kica, and Nj
caragua, 50 maniftslv prcdiudicial to the
national character, ard 50 injurious to ma
tional interests. And you are, also, hereby
instructed promptly t. communicates to this
Department the earliest Information you
may receive relative u snch expedition.
! afni Sir, your obedient servant,
TNNts m sstS
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09
REMOVAL.

The ''Vindicator' Office has been removed
TO the Brick Building, on Main Street, long
occupied as the Spectator Printing Office,
where we invite our friends and patrons to
e.ll, and where We Will take plea sarc in
serving them.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09

AZ Ljnorom Mayo,. 49, The Phila,elp hia
Press is responsible for tile following, rela-
tive to the chief officer Of century ago.
lie was 50 ignorant that lie .wags sent a
book -pcddler to lin With English gsammars
Immediately after his election; and when he
declared he had 10 use for the book, the
pcddler said Everybody tells me you
must have il and stu II i, too" He came
into Office. AMI took Ills chair III stately dig
nifty. In fJw minutes the clerk laid be-
fore him paper, which the Mayor was re-
quested to indorso as one that had passed
under his eye The clerk remarked; 1T
is only necessary that YOU write your ns ials
upon IT," My nishaIs, : said tie Mayor
whats my nishuls?' Now it happened
that f. was the first letter Of both the
Mayors names, and the clerk very limo
Gently replied '.Oh, eir, merely write
two rs upon tie back o. this paper It'll
honor, the Mayor took . quill ii lis tromf-
ling hands, with the Precipitation on his
brow, wrote .'too le=c,' and the document
j. On file in the Office unto this day.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09

TeEING desi o,ts Of changing MY residence.
I'D will Oh H. 18th iay 81 JA uars, ODER At db
lie Auction, NY House and Lot in Mt. Sidney. he
House is two stories and Ills qs.ite recently beea
repaired, making it neat and quite comfortable
residence. Also, attached 10 TIL property is e nod
Kitchen, SaukthouSc and other necessary ont
buildings. Aad SAop used BY me as 4 Cab
met Shop, 1et suitable io othcr branches o trade
ii not sold on the day above mentioned, Will Of
fer privately, one half the property to any one
wishing To e. gage in The Cnbiuet Making bus moss.
OF vail rent tAe ) hol>. Ii is good stand for a
Cabinet Maker, and any one wishing to engage in
the business, cannot fnd better stana IL the
Valley. JOS. Ii. BELL.
Jan, o. lSJS-2t
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09

GF Hereafter the above terms will he
figidly enforced, and departed from in no in
stance and for no person. 1t is an exceeding
great hardship to lose half our earnings.
Let no one be startled when we inform him
that during the thirteen years the "Eindi-
Gator Office has been in existence the loss
es of the different proprietors fall but little
short Of Ten Thousand Dollayst as the
books Of the Office viii testify. These losses
arc runous to the business and the terms Of
The paper MUST be complied with
The commencement Of many of our subscri-
bers begins with the 1st Of January
others commence the LIST of July. so that all
know when their year begins, and they can
easily call and pay or send the amount by
mail. Two dollars year will still be re-
ceiyed from those who are in arrears, if paid
between this and the lst of April next, af-
ter which time those who owe for more than
one year, viii be charged So 30 cents
Compelled to pay cash for everything VIC
use, it is impossible for us to pay our debts,
unless those Indebted pay US.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09
Notice TO Distant subscribers s. others

Those persons who see n marked on
their paper, are informed that they owe Us
So. and that by RENTING S., the paper
will be continued another year. The money
may be sent at our risk on registering the
letter. If. at the expiration of one month
FROM this date, this notice is not responded
10, these papers will be discontinued, and
the claims put out for collection.
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09
CORPORATION PROCEEDINGS.


Sketch Of the proceedings of the Council
OF the Town Of Staunton, january 2, 1858.
The Mayor presented a letter from the
Committee Of the Vestry Of Trinity Church,
Staunton, in relation to the joint enclosure
Of the Church lot, by the Council and said
Nestgy, aud thereupon resolution was a.
eopted, directing that the contract between
the Council and said Vestry be signed and
acknowledged by the Committee Of the
Council and tile Committee OF the Vcstry,
and recorded.
George L Price was duly elected mem
Der Of the Council in the place Of j. Bran
deburg dec
IT, Il Peek was allowed 81 80 pr acct
Peter Wright allowed $40 50.
Thomas Wheley was allowed S25.
James S. Wood was allowed ST. IS.
BENZ Il Points allowed $40 Us.
Oscar J. Fox allowed 81 So
The Mayor made report as to the dis
charge Of duties by the Officers Of the
Town.
George r Price, councilman elect, ap-
peared and was qualified, ana thereupon
was duly elected an Alderman in llace Of
J. Brandehurg, dec
Richard i! Fisher was duly elected an
0verscer Of the Poor ID place Of j. Bran
debnrg dec. Adjourned.
M
Staunton vindicator. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1858, 1858-01-09
SIGN OF THE TIMES We

SIGN OF THE TIMES. We under
stand that there has rarely ever bccu %
complete failure to pay Up hires in this
section Of the State, as Ga last new years
day, the time when such payments are US
ually made. We heard business man an
ticipating great many suits ON this
cause. Servants have hired somewhat low
er than last year, and the demand was much
more mild -.lIc. Iesss.