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The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

A new drink has been invented, which is
thus described by contemporary
1t is made of diluted alcohol, nitric acid.
bootlegs and tobacco, and will upset an
individual, at distance of four hundred
yards from The demijobn containing it.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
Businrss GIarOs, Mr.
HO! FOR THE RAILROAD
FROM YAZoO CITY,
By D. W. Lamkin's Four Horse

MAIL. COACH
N W. LAMKIN has now Daily lsstsI9ss-s;ess lstsIassss--55ses
14-passenger Coach running IiiSa11-->-T
from Yazoo City to Vaughan's Station on the
Mississippi Central Rail Road, connecting with
the evening train at 81 o'clock, down. from Good
mans Depot Lexington, CarrolltOn, Grenada,
Water Valley, Grand Junction, Memphis, and
ALL THE NORTHERN CITIES.
Then remaining hours for the Southern
train up, connecting with Canton, Jackson,
Vicksburg, New Orleans and
ALL THE SOUTHERN CITIES;
making the trip from New Orleans to Yazoo City
in l8 hours, via New Orleans, J. g. N. Rail
Read then by the Mississippi Central Rail Road
and Lamkin's Daily Stage Line.
Persons travelling to or from Ya2oo City will
find this route much cheaper and quicker than by
any other route, and make direct connection
with all places on the Rail Road and Sims Il
Sutton's Stage Line. N# T
We will always keep extra vehicles, to accom-
modate all the travelling public.
Stage leaves Yazoo City every dayat 10 o'clock
A. M, and connects with the cars at Vaughan s
Station at 4 P. NJ; returning leaves Vaughan's
Station at P. NJ, and arrives at Yazoo City at
2 A. Nj.
October 90, 1858.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

A couple of journeymen printers, in
New York, named Wilkins and Hughes,
exchanged "leaded NATTER" from pistols, in
Freneh's Hotel, few days since in quar-,
rel. Hughes got "quod" in the breast,
and his form" was taken to the hospital.
wilkins distributed" himself as rapidly as
possible "a foul case"
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
NOTICE.

fFHE undersigned, having purchased the entire
i interest in the late house Of Grubbs & Mere
dith, win continue to carry on the Grocery Pro.
duce and Commission business at the old stand
in this city, and respectfully solicits a continue
tion Of the patronage Of the late firm, and Of the
public generally. G. W. GRUBBs.
Yazoo City, Miss, May 20, 1859 [4O-tf
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

FIDDLE DE DEE There is a story going
the rounds of the foreign papers that the
viOlinist, Wieuyawski (musical name that y
has bought DeBeriot's violin, Gone of Ma.
gini's make" for $4,000. All of which
sounds to us like hoax.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
pRENr1ss HOUSE.

NEAR TIE LANDING, vlcKsBURG, MISS.
THIS long established and wel-known nous Is
| has recently undergone an entire remit, tSiT
ting, cleansing, refurnishing, &C., and al Ia
who may hereafter see proper to patrOnlSIe w !.
house, may rest assured that every possible !. ~
tention will be given to render them comfortaU"
and render their stay pleasant and agreeable;
THOs. L. ELKIN
September lst, 1858.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

CHAcUN SON GoUT.-The Boston Atlas
ana Bee regards Ossawattomie Browns
speech in Court, before sentence, as equal to
o'' Paurs before Agrippa, and far superior
20 Robert Emmsts when he was similarly
situated,
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
CLARET ARID CIGARS.
New R1IyerV Stable.

EINHE undersigned, having erected
| Stable, on Main Street. opposite sr>,
the store of Link & Harrison, offers ,<t~N'
his services to the public--n the feeding AM
hiring line-on as reasonable terms as any othel
Stable in the place.
The Stable is built on plan to give air anC
light to the horses heads, which is very impor
tant for their health and comfort.
Every pains will be taken to give satisfaction
to customers. Give me trial.
RIB. WILSON.
YazoO City, May 9th, 1858.-tf.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
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The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

GE 0 R GE W, CIR u BBS,
GENERAL PRODUCE AND COMMISSION
Merchant,
East side of Main Street, YAZOO CITY, Miss.
I AS in store large and well assorted stock
Of Merchandise, which he offers at low
rates, consisting in part as follows:
Eastern and Western Produce of all kinds.
Mess Pork. Rump do. Clear Sides Rib Sides.
Shoulders. Hams-Sugar-cure choice
brands; Plain. ditto. Reef
Mess and Prime; Dried
Beef, plain
Sugar-curcd. FIsH.-Mackerel, Goldfish an(
Salmon,
in barrels hf
barrels and kits;
Plantation Goods-Jeans, Lin
seys, Eowells &C., Negro Boots, Shoes,
and all kinds of staple goods. Liquors Brandy
of al qualities. Whiskey-Old Bourbon. Mo
nongahela, Rectifed, &C., &C.
Rum and Gin,
London Cordial Gin,
Wines-Madeira, Sherry,
Port, Claret White Wine,
Nuscat, Ginger Wine,
Champagne and
Champagne Cider.
ALSO
Brandy Cherries, -
Brandy Fruits, ass'ted
Scheidam Schnapps,
0ordas, assorted,
Bitters, and London
Porter, OTIS and pts,
Scotch and India
Ale, in pts. and qts.
Tobacco, Segars
Snuff, approved brands,
from the lowest
to the highest
quality and price
COFFEE, Teas, Crackers, Spices, &C., SC of all
kinds, and the best.
POWDER, Shot, Caps etc.
.OlLS-Lard, Sperm, Train, Cotton Seed, Linseed,
Castor and Sweet Oil, and Turpentine.
.CANDLES-Star Sperm, Patent Wax.
WOODEN WARE of all sorts.
SUGAR-Brown and Loaf, crushed, pulveriIed.
and powdered.
M0LASSES, Cheese and Soaps in great variety.
LARD AND SALT, FLOUR of ali brands and
best quality
FRUITS -Raisins, Gurrants, Dates, Prunes, Cit
ron, Dried Apples and Peaches.
NUTS--Texas Pecans, Almonds, Brazil Nuts, sc.
CANDlES---A choice selection
THEORETICALLY SEALED ARTIOLES-Lob-
sters, Salmon, OYSTERS Sardines.
TART AND PIE FRUITS Of all kinds.
PICKLES, Preserves, Ketchups and Sauces in
endless variety.
Besides q host of other articles on hand, and con-
stantly receiving, too numerous to mention, all
of which will be sold cheap for cash, or on time
to p,mcttaL customers,
C0TTON-He is prepared to bay, and make
liberal advances on Cotton stored with him.
Prompt attention will be paid to receiving and
forwarding goods
Yazoo City, September !, 1858. 1y
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
WHEELER l. WILSON'S
Newly Improved
SEWING MACHINES.

L
The Pad done array nth, and aew Adjwable
Loop Chece IN its placc.
lY new arrangements made with the principal
! } Agent for the South, have secured the ex-
elusive right to sell these Machines in this county
and shall be able to furnish them at 800 less than
heretofore, and the same price as they can be
bought for in New Orleans
Personal Instructions given, and the Machines
kept in good running order, free of charge, for
one year.
Any Machine heretofore sold by s. H Peck, of
New Orleans or Mr.. Elberheld, of Vicksburg, in
this county, win be kept in order by me, free of
charge, until the expiration of their guarantee
G. SWAIN.
Beg All kinds Of Machines repaired, and in
suuctions in their use giveI, at reasonable char
ges Thread, Needles, and everything apper-
taining to the Sewing Machine, always on hand.
July 2, 1859. C. s.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
&C. &
NEW SADDLE AND HARNESS.

NEW SADDLE AND HARNESS.
SHOP IN YAZOO CITY.
VI EMERY E. MILLER, Main Street. has
IL IL on hand, and will constantly keep large
and varied assortment of SADDLES, HARNESS
CARRIAGE TRImMlNGs& d SADDLER's HARDWARE
He is also prepared 10 repair and trim Cara
ges and Buggies at short notice.
Beinga practical mechanic and intending tt
employ none but GOOD workmen, | shall al
ways furnish good work st reasonable prices
to those that may favor me with their patronage
| will also be IN constar receipt of first class
stock from New York.
OCg~ As do not wish TO make the good Gus
omers pay for tae bad, will pursue the CASH
system. H &. NJ.
May 81, 1S57-l-lv.
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26

T N order to correct certain erroneous reports
which have gone out through TIE country
am harry to inform my old friends and customers,
and the public generally, that I have as much
interest in the Drug and Book Business. in Yazoc
City, now rs ever had. That have mmediat,
and direct control of our business. That shall
ahroys be on hand, to attend to the wants of al
who may fauor US with their patronage. That
Peter B. Cook 4 Co. will keep constantly ou hand
a a.fm and fresh supply of all articles in their line
of business and finally, that ws viii sell as lou
for cash or on time, as any one and Htle Lowcr
PETER u. COOK.
Yazoo City, May 90, 1859 ly
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
FRESH ARRIVALS
AT THE
Gentlemen's Furnishing Emporium
]. FR0MHERZ.

N E r G Fl A NJ T. TATL % R
Ydaoo city, Miss,
HAS just received, direct from the Eastern
cities, large and splendid assortment Of fine
GOODS Tor the SEAS ON-Cloths, Cassimeres
Merinoes, French Doeskn and Plain and Fancy
Vestings of all kinds, all of which he is prepar.
ed to manufacture for customers to order in
the latest styles, and on the shortest notice.
0-s- No fit, no sale. e.-kOO He has also on hand
a full stock of Shirts, Cravats, Gloves, &c, &c
The patronage OF the public is respectfully
solicited. Aisg
0Cs- Fashion plates received every month
from York and Paris. l9-tf
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
A0uertisrmrnts.
w. r. CROXTON,
House and Ornamental Painter,
DADEp NGER ntc

PAPER HANGER, etc,
Dealer in Paints, Furnishes, WINDOW Glass,
Wiadow Shades, WaH Paper, dc,
Of every description.
Main Street, YazOO City, Miss.
TMITAT0R of all kinds of wood and marble.
All manner of House, Sign and Ornamental
Painting done promptly, and in the latest and
best styles paper-hanging Of every description,
neatly and durably put up and well varnishe
Pastering whitened and warranted not to rub
off. Paints, (mxed and unmixed,) of all eoors
and the purest materials; Oils, Varnishes, Wall
Paper of every kind Window shades, Fire screens,
Window Glass of all sizes and shades (plain and
ornamented) &C., &c., constantly on hand and
for sale, on moderate terms.
LIGHTNING RODS!
In connection with the above business, the
subscriber has opened in Yazoo City,
A LIG HTNING ROD DEPOT,
where he will keep constantly on hand fulLsup-
ply of superior Iron and Copper Lightning Rods,
Trimmings, &C., the very best manufactured He
is supplied with the latest and most approved
fixtures and appliances, and prepared to PUT UP
any description Of Lightning Rod, in proper and
substantial manner, whenever and wherever de-
Sll0us ub lHuitilhiS nc VIII use uIC WdITHHttu
genuine and inferior to none which art and sci
ence have produced The Iron Rods are made of
carbonized annealed iron, with zinc protectors,
combined with electro positive elements in the
manufacture, making them equal to copper as
conductors. All the Rods are in ten feet lengths,
with accurately fitted brass screws, connecting
joints mounted with solid copper points. plated
with gold and silver and surrounded at the base
with angular negative MAGNETS which possess the
power, to an extraordinary extent, of discharging
the opposite elements of the most fearful thunder
storm The fastenings and nsulators are the
most ingenious and complete ever manufactured.
Taken as whole, these Rods are far superior to
any yet introduced into this market and the
most perfect silent conductors ever presented to
the public
Al orders in this, and the foregoing branch Of
business, promptly attended to, and satisfaction
gesg1' Satisfactory references given if desired
W R CROXTON
Yazoo City, Miss, April 2, 1859 Tly
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
LOWer saw Mill.

EOWeF saw Mill.
n! il E undersigned respectfully informs his
L friends and the public, that he is still engaged
in carrying on the 81 over Saw Mill f" and is pre-
pared to furnish all kinds of lumber at the short
cs; notice.
sag The ROAD to the Mill has been put in
first rate order, and wagons can haul over itwith.
out any trouble or delay at any season of the
year, TH0S METZLER.
Yazoo City, June 8, 1853
The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
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From the man ufactores of CIIInKEn,
SONS, NUNNS & CLARK, A. n GaI1iiNG GSanlNiNG 1
Il. HANSEN, and others 'oA TO-,
and at Northern Prices 'i' notice,
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The Yazoo Democrat., 1859-11-26
STAIRWAY q SONS PTANOg
DRIGGS' PATENT PLANO.
Or any other FIRST CLASS TNSTRu,tpN.,,
MELO

Child s Co.'s unequaled Meodians os :
styles, for Church or Parlor Being WbOIa, \, al
Agents for the South for these fayoTte G,esa' Iue
ments, we are enabled to sell them at Na%hiV 'I'lu-
prices, and to supply dealers at the rsu" u,Ira
Who'll sale prices. 'ssular
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07
Whole No. l77e.

ment was easily gained, especially when Char. | ley had begged permission to assist in doine | the errands after school hours. The ohsta. cles in arithmetic were cleared away, so that | the two rivals started on their friendly race with fair field and no favor to either. Hen ry had been at the head of the class inst the same length of time that Charley had been. before him, when, three weeks before exami,,- alton, he was taken sick. It would be diifi- cult to say which of the two classmates was most disappointed at this Arrangement of their plans. Charley watched the progress of the fever almost as allxiously as Mrs. Colton, and daily beset the doctor, to learn the pros pect of speedy recovery.
 The third week had arrived before Henry was able to be dressed, and breathe the outer air for few minutes of the day. Examine tion day came, and by Charleys earnest en- | treaties the invalid was permitted to be pres. | ent on the important occasion. He sat next his friend and leaned upon him when too wea- ry with the effort and excitement. After ma- ny less interesting exercises, the President arose, and with some words of explanation. proceeded to confer, as he said, the highest mark of honor ever received in the institution. The star was awarded " to Charles Morris. for punctuality of attendance, propriety of department, and success in scholarship"
 There was moment of almost breathless attention through the crowded audience, as Charley walked to the foot of the platform, and was seen to address a few words to the President Those who were nearest could hear him say =
 The star, sir, does not rightfully belong to me. Henry Cotton has worked harder than I, to obtain it. He is q better scholar, and but for sickness, would have been at the head of all his cIasses.'
 tlcmen on the platform, the President replied:
 "The faculty, Morris, prefer that you should retain the star as you have literally fulfilled the conditions prescribed"
 "It would not be right, sir" said Charley. frm'ey though with a trembling voice. " beg you will give it to Henry"
 In that case, you must pourself bestow it, said the President. Henry Cotton will come forward"
 Henry, nnsuspecting what was going on, advanced, his pale face flushed with wonder and excitement. Charley, stopping down, fastened the star upon his breast, and then supported him back to their seat. The noisy applause of the audience jared almost pain fully upon his heart, full as it was of deeper joy than earlh'y fame can give.-the joy of obedience to the precept. In honor prefer ring o,e alot e" In Lis others loving smle he found full rewardfor ,e sacrifice f his selfish ambition. Coveting earnestly the best gifts, he had found in the spirit of broth- ery kindness "a more excellent way"
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

THE WIT OF M1scHIEvors BELLE,-The Petorsburgh Express gets of tue following iu reference to ex-senator Foote. It says Hon. Henry Stuart Foote, late senator in Congress from Mississippi, and afterward shining light in California, is attracting considerable atten- tion at the South at this time. It seems ile is endeavoriHg to look young again, and has don ned brown wig and dyed his beard aud monstache Last winter the ex-governor was figuring about the parlors of the St. Charles Hotel in New Orleans, in flowing wig of dark brown locks, and an enormous beard aud mous- tache of the deepest jet, which would have done honor to a grenadler of the French Imre- rial Guard.
 As he passed the large mirrors he never fail ed to cast an admiring look at his own rcfec- tion, and not only smiled at himself but was the cause of laughter in others who beheld him. One evening he joined group of gentle men who surrounded young and charming belle, and soon addressed some remarks to her. She returned look of quiet surprise as if she did not know him. Why, Miss - said our venerable chameleon, "you don't seem to know me-" "Oh, yes," said she, apoloyetical- ly, there is something quite familiar to me in your voice, but really can't recall your namen My name, Miss -, is Foote" "Ah now I understand it. once knew Gov. Foote of Mississippi, but did not know that he had . son so young as you are." Thank you, Miss. owe you one," said the great orator, as he turned away, for even his selfpossession was not proof against the wit of the mischievous belle.
 An elderly spinster wrote to friend: A widower with ten children has proposed, and have accepted. This is the number should have been entitled to if had married at the proper time."
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

MER1roRIous.-Three boys, at the risk of their lives plunged into the East River and rescued from drowning two young women that went in to bathe The boys were Alexander Shaw. and David and Ed viii Dusenbury. The women were saved after hay ing sunk twice. a
 bey of Brooklyn, N. Y.. aged 6, killed his bro ther aged 10, "Wednesday night, by stab5ing him with a knife quarrel had arisen between them about an excursion ticket.
 Senator Seward sailed directly from England to St. Petersburgh.
 A slave one hundred and twelve years of age, di- ed at Hogansville, kGeorgia, on the 12th ut. He retained his mental faculties and eyesght up to the day of his death
 We have trustworthy advices to the effect that there is prospect of excellent crops in Europe ; and that in spite of the war, there will be unusual demand for American breadstufs in that part of the world.-Eibane.
 A burglar attempted to enter a house at Mount Vernon, Westchester O., a few nights since. we- man who was alone in the house, heaTd the noise, and taking an axe waited till he put his over the window sill. when she brought the axe down on the exposed limb. The burglar fell to the ground badly wounded, and made oH
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07
FINDING FAULT WITH YOUR cuILDRES.-]

FINDING FAULT WITH YOUR CHILDREN-It is at times necessary to censure and punish. But very much more may be done by eucour- aging children when they do well. Be, there fore, more careful to express your appreciation of good conduct, than your disapprobaton of bad. Nothing eau more discourage child than spirit of incessaut fault-6nding on the part of it's parent. And hardly anything can exert more injurious influence upon the dis position both of the parent and child. There are two great motives influencing human ac- tions hope and fear. Both of these are at times necessary But who would not prefer to have her child influenced to good conduct by a desire of pleasing, rather than by the fear of offending. If mother never expresses her qualification when her children do well, and is always ceesuring them when she sees any ything amiss, they are discouraged and unhappy.
 They feel that it is useless to try to please. Their dispositions become hardened and soured by this ceascIess fretting and at last, finding that whether they do well or i'll, they are equal
 y found fault with, they relinquish all efforts to please, and become needless of reproaches
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

TIE FOUNDATION OF SELF-MADE MEN A boy worked hard all day for quarter of c dollar. With the quarter he bought apples, and took them to town, and sold them on the streets for dollar With this dollar he bought sheep. The next spring he had two sheep, two lambs, and yearling sheep. The three fecces he sold for three dollars, and bought three more sheep. He now had six, with a fair prospect He worked where he found opportunity, for hay, corn and oats, and pasturing for his sheep. He took the choicest care of them, and soon had flock. Their wool enabled him to buy him a pasture for them, and by the time he was twenty-one he had a fair start in life, and all from the quar- ter he earned in one day.
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

SuNsHINE-One of the features of our own civilization is the secusion of large portion of our population to an indoor life. As conse- ouence, they exhibit to marked degree the evils to which Dr. Kane makes allusion. No matter how regular and active the exercises they may take, how pure the air they breathe or how proper the food and beverages they en- ploy, the health of the physical system cannot be maintained Hence they languish, become pale and bloodless, and eventually contract some one of the diversified maladies which modern pathological science has not expanded it's vocabulary sufficiently to name.
 For perfect health we should take daily a perfumed bath of sunshine." The direct rays of the sun are indispensable to all those who seek to obtain or maintain the normal condi- tions of existence. While we should neglect no agency of ventilation, exercise or wholesome food, things which ought always to be provd- ed in abundance, we would insist that this too should be regarded as coordinate, if not supe- rior to them.
 Houses which are constantly shaded are far less healthful as residences than those which are exposed to the full glare of the sun. Apart ments on the northern side of a building are least propcr for human occupation. Sleeping rooms into which the sun is not permitted t" shine are chambers of death. The closing of window shutters and blinds during the day time is of more than doubtful propriety, though its efficacy in improving and hiding the defects of the female complexion is less questionable.
 Ereuiug Post
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

"You labor oyermuch on your composition" said fippant clergyman to venerable divine i; I write sermon in three hours, and make noth- ing of it. z So your congregation say,'' quoth the Doctor.
 What church do you attend, Mrs. Burlington r :. Oh any paradox church where the Gospel is dis. pensed with
Litchfield enquirer., 1859-07-07

late visitor to Cuba divides the inhabitants into two classes-one which makes living by manafac. turing segars, and the other by smoking them.
 Some months ago. rogue hired horse in New London, and never returned it. Last week the owner discovered it in a butchers wagon, in New York, claimed, proved property, and took it away It has passed through several hands, and the first purchaser lost the amount. @