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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
SPRAYED OR STOLEN.

A BAY mare, 13 or II hands high, A,. 4 years old, mane and tail black, both &t1A forefcet white above the pasterns, blaze faced branded on the left cheek with circle about the size of half dollar, bell on with the strap dou- bled. Together with mare colt, blazed faced about } months old. Also n small sorrel mare about years old with the letter T on the left hip dark mane and tail, branded with circle on the left cheek, and paces with small bell on. liberal reward will be paid for any information left with Loui George or myself, so l can get the the ponies. DR. D'EPiSY. Nov O. 1859 3t*
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
MORNING, NOVEMBER 16, 1859.
Memphis and Little Rock U. S. Mail

s=s.slc COMPOSED OF THE .sgs@c FOLLOWING ELEGANT PASSENGER PACKETS: SOUTH BEND, L. HAYNES, Master.
 RED WING, J. w. SMITH, '"
 LADY WALTON, W. B. ROWLAND, Master.
 ,. Ii. TUCKER, REESE PRIcHARD,
 'HE above Boats will ply regularly be- Il tween Memphis and Little Rock PERMANENTLY, ana so soon as there is rise in the Arkansas river, they will leave Little Rock for Memphis Wednes- days, Fridays and Sundays, at 10P.M.
 until rise they will make as frequent trips as possible with low water. For information, etc., apply on board the boats or to JOHN D. ADAMS, NOV. 7, 1859. If Contractor. Gazette and Old Line Democrat cony.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
DISSOLUTION.

THE partnership heretofore existing -E- under the name and firm of '' Boone & Co.,. g has been dissolved by mutual consent, from the lst day of October.
 T. A. BOONE & BRO., of Pine Bluff
 $. $. BOONE,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Planters and Farmers Supplies.

HAVE now on hand large and well | selected lot of Goods, suited to the wants of Farmers and Planters, for winter use to wit: Heavy Jeans, Kerseys, Flannels, Osn1burgs, Shirtng, Ticking, Russets, per dozen, etc, etc.
 Oct 26 JOHN COLLINS.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WEDNESDAY
THE STATE OF ARKANSAS, ,
 COUNTY OF HEMpsrEAn.

COUNTY OF HAMPSTEAD.
 In the Hampstead Court of Probate-October term, October 18th, A. D. lS59
 E. H. Gilmer, Petitioner. Petition for adm'r cf
 Ex parte saH Q! s'a0e' '0' "'' THIS day Edward H. Gilmer, one of tho 4 children and heirs of Charles s. Gilrner, de- ceased exhibited and filed his petition in court here TOT the sale of the slaves belonging to said estate Tor the purpose of distributing to and among Il c ners o1 said estate, the same cannot be divided Tn Kind, and it appearing to the satisfaction of the court here from the said petition that Matilda Powell, James J. Gllmer, Thomas l.. Gilmer, w. E. Price, feachy k. Gilmer, Charles $. Gilmer and Robert .. Hllmer, who is minor under the age of twenty one years and all residents of the State of Ar kansas; wherefore it is ordered by the court that pupncatioh De made Tn some newspaper printed in the State of Arkansas, notifying all parties inter ested Of the pendency of this cause in this court, and requiring them to be and appear before this court on the hrst day of the next term. at term of said court to be holden the court house in the town of Washington, in the county of Hampstead and State ot Arkansas, commencing on the second Monday in January, A. D. 1860, then and there to resist said application if they think proper, and it Is further ordered by the court here that copy of this order be published in some newspaper printed in the State of Arkansas six weeks successvely before the first day of the next term of this court, until which time this cause is continued | Copy from the record.
 | Test. s. T. SANDERS, Clerk | Oct. 26, 1859, 6w Cost of adv. Sl4 50.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Dissolution of Copartnersb;n

hE partnership heretofore existing in JOHN ADAMsoN, WM. ApAMsoS and Josrpu IS,o.l Raows IS thls day dissolved by mutual consent.
 JOHN ADAMSON,
 WILLIAM ADAMSON. November lst, 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

For the Planters. WYE the undersigned have just received W B pieces Brown Kersey, wool filled and 3ply;
 20 pieces Georgia Cable Worp Plains; Extra heavy White Kersey; % prs. White Bed Blankets; IS Blue Blankets; Red 50 Negro Blankets, extra heavy; 20 Horse |"
 bale A Osnaburgs; 3 7-S
 ' Brown Domestic, 3-4 and A. And a largeassortment of Tiger Cloths-Jeans- Tweeds-Sheepgrey and Satinettes.
 BEEBE X PARISH Oct. 26, '59 in the Theatre Buildng.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
A TEACHER.

A \ experienced teacher who is a gradu. { 1A ate of Union College. desires a situation. fo, the ensuing year, as teacher. either in some bicl school or good neghborhood.
 tie can give go references and testimonials a: to ms quailhcato fitness and success as teacher
 Address ALANSON WHEELER,
 No'.' '' ''' H" LaGrange, Tenn.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

The ONLY sale and certain for Cancers. Piles, Tumors, Swelings' ant Bronohcle Goitre. Parzly- Sis, Neuralgia, Weakness of te Muscles. Chronic or JnfammatoTv Rheumatisin, Stiffness of the Joints, Contracted Muscles or Ligaments, Earache Tooth- ache, Bruises, Sprsns, Wounds, Fresh Cuts, Ucers Fever Sores Caked Breasts, Sore Nipples, Burns scalds, Sore Throat, any Inflammation Pain, no difference how severe, CT how loHe the disease may have existed McLEAs's CELEBRATED LiNIMENT is q certain remedy.
 Thousands of human beings have been saved a life Of decrepinIde and misery Ly tlle of this nvau- able medicine
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Notice This.

inform my patrons, and the public F A generally, that am now prepared to make xeH Water Proof Boots, that guarantied not to take water or leak in the east so that the feet can not get damp. Ladies and gentlemen, wishing their shoes and boots preserved from dampness can have them prepared. water proof, any time
 GEO. J. FISCHER, Markham st..
 first house east of Woodruff $ ,orner Oct o6 ,IQ 2p,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

McLeans celebrated Ointment is the only safe and reliable remedy for she cure of spavhi Ring Bone. Windgals, Splints, Unnatural LszMps, Nodes or Sweliings. It will never fail to Big Head PoA. evil, fistala, Old Running Ssres, sweeny, if properly applied. For Sprains, Bruises, Scratches Cracked Heels, Chafes Saddle or Collar Calls Cuts Sores, or Woinds, it is sn iBfahle remedy Apply 1t as directed, nd Is cezfafn in instance.
 Then trife ne longer with the many worthless Lin- ,tnents offered to you Obtain slp}ly of Dr. Nc- Leans celebrated LinsIcnf Ii NM csre rn,l
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
J. H. MCLEAN. Sole Proprietor

Corner of Third and Pine sts., St. Louis. No A Dr. J. J. McAlmont, Agent at Little Rock and Dr. s. J. McAmont, at Pine Bluff, Ark. Feb. 9th, 1859 lv
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Come, give the New Firm a Call.

Come, give the New Firm a Call. LUST per steamer $. H. Tucker, 200 c pieces winter prints, of all hues and prices. 60 pieces ALL WOOL flannel, red, white, grey and yellow.
 10 pieces Black Alpacca, varying in prices. Delanes, of all kinds solid and fancy Linsey, assorted qualities.
 Marlboro, Choctaw and Hickory stripes. l6 pieces Bed Ticking.
 10 pieces Canton Flannel, bleached and brown. 37 pieces Bleach Domestic.
 All the above articles will be sold cheap for cash at BEEBE X PARISH, Oct. 26, '59. in the Theatre Building.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

Do you wish 10 De healthy and strong? Then gO at once, and get some of McLeans Cordial It will strengthen and nyigorate your whole system, causing healthy and pure circulation of blood to flow through every vein, and the rich, rosy bloom of health to nonnt to your cheek again.
 l,,, -l....-
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

PoU1Ius, dUUut I5et, , Inches high, heavy set square built, good looking negro, has an extremely fine set of very white teeth; and when spoken to, speaks rather slow. Bill was raised in this county by Mrs. Nash, and the undersigned bought him of Col. James Abraham.
 A reward of S25 will be paid if taken in this or Hampstead county, and $50 if not taken within either of said counties
 JAMES R. McCLINTOCK. 1SSQ l0t
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Notice to All '

{ S 1t IS my intention on the first day of "A January next, to make some changes in my business-stll remaining at my old stand-I desire all who are in any way indebted to me to settle their accounts on or before that day. longer indulgence will not be given.
 Oct. 26. GEO. s. MORRISON.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

CAUTIov.-Bewsre of druggists or dealers who n,av try to palm upon yon Bitter Sarsspara trash which they caa buy cheap. by saving il is just as good. Avoid such men. Ask for 9IcLeans Strength ening Cordial. and take nothing else. It S tbe only remedy that will purify the blood thorough and the same time strengthen the system.
 One tablespoonful taken every morning fasting, is a certain preventive for Cholera Chi,is and Fover, Yellow Fever, any prevalent disease. IL is put p in large bottles
 Price only Sl per bottle, bottles for g.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Fifty Dollars Reward.

pUNAWAY on or about the.-A
 la 10th day of February last, from 19 the plantation of the subscriber, on Red' &X River, in Lafayette county, Arkansas Ma man named BlLL-as black as a crow, v ~ about g or 24 years old, very heavy N a bushY head of hair will weigh ahont m k<5aR
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
70 R CHILL REIN
IT IS DELICIOUS TO TAKE.

We say to parents if your children are sckly punv, or afflicted with complaints prevalent among children give them small quantity of McLean's Cordial. and 1t will make them healthy, fat and robust. Delay not moment, try t, and you will De convinced.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
McLean's Volcanic Oil Liuiment
For Horses and other Animals.

Wal relieve pain almost irstantaneously and it will oeanse, pnrify and heal tLe oulest in an in- iu rI.lnrt .in..n
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

Buckets, Brooms, etc. 10 Doz. Buckets; lO 10 " Brooms;
 Nest Tubs;
 9 kegs assorted Nails;
 ? coils Cotton Rope;
 " Gears :" For saleby HUDSON X IVES
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
TO TH| nADTEG.

Have been sold during the last six months ansi in no Instance has 1t failed in giving entire saiislction Who, then will suffer from weakness debility, when .McLean,s Strengthening Cordial will cure you?
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

NOV. ;, iCoo. otH
 JOHN T. SON. HAS just opened on JOHNSON & PEAY's | \ E Wharf boat, large assortment of
 GROCERIES,
 BOAT STORES,
 AND PLANTATION SUPPLIES. sEs" All orders promptly filled at the lowest mar ke prices, for cash only. | NAPOLEON, ARK, Nov 9, 1859. If
 FRESH FROM LOUISVILLE. SO BBLS. of Extra Flour, St. Louis CO brand;
 50 bbs. Irish Potatoes; | , tierces Canvassed Hams;
 { Dried Beef; | % bales Oakum.
 JOHN T. JOHNSON, 1 Nov y, le59. tf NAPOLEON, ARK.
 Just Received from New Orleans . BBLS Oranges; :. boxes ID Cans Baltimore fresh Cove Oysters;
 100 quarter boxes Sardnes;
 boxes assorted Candy;
 doz of Ale, in Pints;
 S" best London Stout, in Pints And for sale by M TANTI. Nov 9 1859
 CO SACKS fresh and No. l Family ~ Flour on hand and for sale by l NOV J, Ico3. HCDSON x IVES.
 Notice! THE person having a copy of Alex. | Pope's Poetcal Works, belonging to me. will please return it immediately.
 Nov9 JOHN H. NEWBERN.
 Valuable Land for Sale. ! NOW offer for sale, at bargain, the well known Joel Tyer place. in Dallas coun ty. There is about 30 acres improved and in culti | vaton, 90 acres in the woods. All to be sold low for cash or trade, For particulars refer to Uriah Wilson, or any of the neghbors
 D. G. WINCHESTER. LINE CIGARS and TOBACCO, of va. \ rous brands, at A. POLLOCK'S. 1 Oct. l2. 1859. HOOPS, HOOPs-cheaper than ever, IA at A. POLLOCK'S. OSIERY-Gentlemens', Ladies' and | \ Childrens Hosiery of every description. Oct. l9 CLEMENTS X WILLETT. GLONES-Ladies' and gentemens fan O cy Kid, C ssnere and L;Se Gloves. | Oct l9. CLEMENTS X WILLETT. Bourbon Whisky 2f DbL2- Olu DOuTDOn " nlSKy Of cO best quality for sale very low for cash by l Oct. 2b, '59 BRUGMAN X co. Good Old Rye Whisky. 10 BBS. for sale low for cash by " Oct. 26, '59. BRUGMAN & co. Fine Liquors at Cost. , WHOLE Casks, Cognac Brandy. ~ quarter cask genuine Irish Whisky. 1 half cask genuine Fish Brand Gin l The above liquors are choice articles, and can | be purchased at bargain, from
 Oct. 26, '59. BRUGMAN X co. Champagne. | A FEW baskets genuine Heidsick. and A other favorite brands of Champagne Wine. pronounced by judges to be superb for sale low for casn oy BRUGMAN < co.
 Port Wine. N l. have on hand few dozen bottles W of genuine Oporto Wine, for medicinal pur poses or those who fond of good Port should | try it; for sale by | Oct. 26, '59. BERGMAN < CO
 At Cost I HAVE on hand large lot of fine and A coarse Domestics, which will sell at cost for CASH. Give me d call.
 Oct. 26, '59. VIM. JONES.
 Sugar, Coffee and Rice LUST received by c Oct. 26, '59. VIM. JONES. l TEA. ME Case fine Imperial Tea just re- S ce,sed M y 6y VIM. JONES. | Prints 1S0 PIECES of Prints of every grade 1e)O and shade. Oct. l9, 1859. CLEMENTS & WILLETT. RhOOMS-Just received large lot of AS Brooms of all kinds, and for sale by oct. l9 CLEMENTS < WILLETT.
 Blankets! Blankets! 10 FAIR Superior Bed Blankets; lO 50 !" Negro
 10 Travelling
 20 Saddle
 For sale by [nov 2l HUDSON IVES. HOOP SKIRTS of all sorts and sizes. AA For sale by HUDSON X IVES. Nov p r ea,r I'M | HL 1" Canton Flannel aNe 2 PIECES Blue Canton Flannel; | = 2
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
CLEANS VOLCANIC OIL LTwIEEET.

T IT ". Sole Proprietor of this Cordial. Also Mciean's Volcanic oil Eminent Principal Depot the corner Of Third and Pine Streets St Louis, 3io.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
McLEAN's STRENGTHENING CORDIAL

LIVER COMPLAINT, DYSPEPSIA. JAUNpICr. Chronic or NervoUs Debility, Ei.eases
 Of fhe Atdnrys. ssid nii Episeases
 arising from n eiscGJcred Liver or
 stomach, GyspePssa,
 Heartburn, Inward Piles, Acidty Sickness of the stomach Funess Of Blood to the Head, Dull Pain or Swimming in the Head, PalpiteEou of the Heart fuilnsss or Weight in the Stomae Sour Eructations Choking or sniocating Feeling when lying down. Dryness or felowness of the Skin and Eyes, Night swsats Inward Fevers, Pain in the SHal the Back Chest or Side, Sudden Pushes of Heat Depression of Spirits, Frghtfnl Dreams Languor, Des pondancy or any Nervous Disease, Sores Blotches ca the Skin, and Fever and Ague for Chls and Feverl It will also cure diseases of the Bladder and Womb such as Seminal Neakness IncontincHce of Urine Stran- gnary Inflammation or Weakness of the Womb or Blsdder, Whites etc
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
R. H. JOHNSON. R. s. YERKEs.
THE TRUE DEMOCRAT
 IS PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY BY JOH N SON & Y E R KES.
TERMS DE SUBSCRIPTION,

TEXANS UF NUBSURIP HUN. For one CODY. one year, in advance. .......S 9 % In six months. .................. 50 At the expiration of the year. co No paper sent out of the State without advance payment.
 Strong Inducements to Subscribe!! To place the True Democrat within the reach of al we will furnish it to clubs at the following rates the money, of course, al,oays to accompany the names composing the club:
 For subscribers, one year.. .Sl0 co IS " .............. 20 co % |" .............. 90 co 50 :" '' ......... 60 co Subscribers already upon our books can avail themselves of these rates, by paying up arrearages and forming clubs. At club rates, payments must Altcaus be iR Gdpance..
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
HATS ANDCAPS-2doz. Silk Hats

IT. ATS AND CAPS-2d dog. Silk Hats, ] ! late style.
 doz. Cassimere Hats, late style. 6 doz. soft cass. do do, low crown. do do do do, high crown. doz. Glazed Caps.
 doz. Blue Cloth Caps 10 dog. mems Wool Hats, assorted. b doz boys do do; received per Red Wing, and for sale by
 Oct. 26, 59 FIELD & DOLBY
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
THERE IS NO MISTAKE Aso,,r TT
OVER A MILLION oE enrrIss

 rms Cordial will never fail to any of the above diseases, II taken per directions each bottle in German, English, and French
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

In the Hampstead Court of Probate-Octobe term, October 18th, A. D. 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

Just Received from New Orleans. . BBLS. Oranges; :. boxes l ID Cans Baltimore fresh Cove Oysters 100 quarter boxes SarCines;
 boxes assorted Candy;
 3 doz of Ale, in Pints;
 s '" best London Stout, ill Pints. And for saleby M. TANTI Nov 1859
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Notice !!
Valuable Land for Sale

LINE CIGARS and TOBACCO, of va. \ rious brands, at A. POLLOCK'S. Oct. l2 ls5Q
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

I OSlERG-Gentlemens' Ladies' and Children's Hosiery of every description
 Oct. l9 CLEMENTS < WILLETT.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

Sugar, Coffee and Rice. LUST received by
 v Oct. 26, '59. VIM. JONES.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

RROOMS-Just received large lot of AS Brooms of all kinds, and for sale by
 Oct. l9 CLEMENTS G WILLETT
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

HOOPS, HOOPS-cheaper than ever, Ih at A. POLLOCK'S.
 Oct. l2. 1859
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Bourbon Whisky

vLONES-Ladies' and gentlemens' fan o cy Kid, C ssi mere and L;sle Gloves. Oct. l9. CLEMENTS X WILLETT
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16

90 BBLS. Old Bourbon Whisky of CO best quality, for sale very low for cash by
 Oct. 26, '59. BRUGMAN S co
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Selling Of at Cost.

Oct. 26, 1859. St
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-11-16
Come Feast your Eyes and Empty your Purses at the New Store.

4 YOUNG man who has lately gradua- LA ted at Ale ghany College, Pa., and has had two years exper ence in teaching, desires stua. ton as teacher in Academy private family.
 The best of testimonials can be furnished
 Address J. A. NELL, Nov 9 ,59 3t Lacy Drew county Ark
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-09-30
HOE no. KEEP CHE ~:
Use ROrabaCl1's Soap.

WE the undersigned take this method of inform
w ing the citizens Of Augusta and Rockingham
counties that we have purchased of VIM. G. kilgore
the owner for the State of Va, the right Of said
counties to manufacture and sell family rights tt
make Rorapack's Compound Chemical, Toilet and
Washing Soap, and will be in Staunton! during
Court week for the purpose Of selling family rights
to all who may wish to purchase This Soap has beer
prominently before the American public for more
than two years, it has been thoroughly tested by
many thousands of people who pronounced it to be
the cheapest Soap heretofore known.
In the ,lst place this Soap recommends itself to
every family for its cheapne>s and superior cleans
ing qualities.
2nd-For its being so easily made. y g :. T"
3d-Because it will wash with half the ordinary
labor of common Soap.
4th-Y GU can wash the finest texture of Lawns
Muslins or Laces without any rubbing.
5th-It will effectually remove grease from an,
Kind Of cloth whatever without the slightest nur!
to the goods. i
This Soap IS made without using either grease o.
lye and can be made in ten minutes after the water
boils. Tho Toilet Soap is made without st cos
of cents per pound, and the washing Soap at three
fourths Of cent per pound. All who wish to try
the qualities of this Soap can call at the Nationa
Hotel or Virginia Hotel and get some. of it free
charge; after you are satisfied tits ger uine art
Gle, will be pleased to sell all family right wht
may wish to purchase. .
Messrs. Kilgore and PendletoA will also be at the
Yirginian for the purpose of selling County rights
DC. SW1Nk & HITE.
July %, 1S59-tf
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-09-30
SALE OF LANDS
SALES OF LAND.
MILLER'S IRON WORKS !!
SALE WITHOUT RESERVE.
nxrn1l PER 10 1870
DTTOBER 10. 1859.

w ODL1L ~, 1COV.
THAvE. as trustee of John Miller, made two at
L tempts to sell the Furnace. Forge, Mills, and
Farms constituting the extensive property known
as MlLLER'S IRON WORKS in the Coun
ty Of Rockingham.
now give fair notice TO all who are in any wise
concerned that on the 10th Of October. 1883, lGwl
attend at the Forge and VIII ahen and there ,h e
auction to the highest bidder.
1t now becomes of the last Importance that al
Interested shalt see to the protection OF their IN
terest and hope none will fail to be present as the
sale will afspredly bs made.
for the superior quality Of the metal they produce,
but it may not be generally known that they are
constructed upon large. scale and with every ap'
pliance which experience has suggested for condac-
ting the Iron manufacture to the best advantage.
1t is believed that there are no superior Iron
Works in Virginia. ss,
The Merchant Mill, Chopping Mill, and Saw
Mill are all of the best construction, and are abun-
dainty supplied with unfailing. water-power. 4.
The Farms, some seven or eight IN number, and
containing in the aggregate more than three thou
sand acres Of arabic and productive land-have
been laid off AMI divided with view to suit va
riety of purchasers, that no one wishing to but
farm can fail to find one to SUIT MIN.
Upon the whole can say, with confidence, thaty
there has rarely occurred in Virginia such an OPP
portunity for an investment in really valuable
Persons disposed to examine the property are
referred to Mr. John Miller who will take pleasure
in giving any information on the subject.
At the same time and place will sell SIX
MULE TEAM with wagon, harness and furniture
complete, and perhaps some other personal proper
ty.
TERMS:-For the real estate one fourth in six
mont his and the residue in three equal annual pay
ments thereafter. bearing interest from the sale
and secured by endorsed negotiable notes and
trust deed upon the property.
FOR the personal property four months credit
upon endorsed neg otiable paper, interest added.
e JOHN b. BALDWIN, Trustee.
Sep. 9. 185S-tds.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-09-30

Asorusn tApa TEACHER Sw1NDLHD.-A
st,sn calling himself Bruce, but whose real
name is McAlpine, was committed to the
Tombs. in New York, on Saturday last,
charged with grand larceny. He advertis-
ed for school mistress, and the lady who
answered it, lost her baggage. watch and
jewelry while with him. He took ring
from her finger by force. McAlpine is an
old offender, and has been once in the States
prison. Sometime ago he swindled gun
manufacturer out Of 5000, by representing
himself as the agent Of the British govern.
ment, authorized to contract for $3.50, 0O(
worth Of rifles, &c. He once attempted tc
swind!e the Vanderbilt Steamship Company
out Of $S 900 by compelling by threats and
promises, woman to swear to the loss Of
baggage on the passage from California
He deserted his wife and family three OF
four years since.
Staunton vindicator and general advertiser. (Staunton, Augusta County, Va.) 1858-1860, 1859-09-30
FITS. WHY PROMINENT.

For q long time there was paragraph making
IS regular weekly appearance IN our columns, with
1.-THE brief, but emphatic words Gifts Fits always
at the head, to some offensive caption =, but not
so to the benevolent and humane, who could SYM
pathize in the sorrows of others. Some 'ersons
are shocked at any indication ofdiseaed, and are
even thrown into nervous excitement witnessing
hearse or coffin. Such are to be pitied. We
should always strive to look disease and death
in the face with camness and especially take every
opportunity for alleviating disease. Viewed in
this light. the advertisements offs s. Hance, of
certain interest, and those who know Of any one
suffer ing from Epilepsy, Spasms, Fits of any
kind should feel it pleasure to cut out his adver-
tisement, in some other way send word to the
afflicted of the great value Of his remedies They
can be sent to any part of the country by mail
Price, So per box. Two, IS. Twelve, $24.
Sept 20, l859--lm.