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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Fire and Inland Nayieation

Risks accepted at terms consistent with solvencr and fair profit. Especial attention given to lnsur ance of DWELLINGS and contents, for terms of l to , years.
 The solid service long and successfully tried, an the many advantages the Etna Insurance Compa ny possesses in its line, should not be overoOkedby those ready to insure and understanding their bes. interests.
 During " stringent times'' the necessity for re liable Insurance becomes an imperative duty-tht ability of property owners to sustain loss being then much lessened.
 Agencies in all the principal cities and towr throughout the State. Policies issued without de, lay, by any of the duly authorized Agents of the Company.
 Business attended to with despatch and fidelity
 CHAS. RAPLEY, Agent,
 Sept. 14, 1859 ly ct Little Rock, Ark.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
GAIETY LIVERY AND N-

GAIETY LIVERY AND N
 3i1A-n SALE STABLE-This estab- ISN NGN lishment, situated in the rear of A. J. WARDS Carriage Manufactory, has been thor oughly reftted, and is now prepared to accommo- date any number of horses. The Stable is under the management of Mir. R. G. Cook, an experienced stable keeper and any horse left at the GAIETY will be well fed and receive the best of attention.
 The Gaiety is well supplied with CARRIAGES, BUGGIES, and fine stock of good and reliable HORSES, which the propretors will take pleasure in letting out under the old rule, '' Pay and then RMe'' Feb g '59 WARD & COOK.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

GRANVILLE IMMERSION. JOHN H. NEwBERN
 MCPHERSON & NEWBERN Wholesale and Retail Dealers ill Dry Goods, Groceries, Hard ware, Queensware, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Clo- thing, etc., east side Main st. Little Rock, Arks We will take in exchange for Goods, all kinds of merchantabe country produce. Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
A CARD.

ANTHONY HoUsE, LITTLE ROCK, April 6, 1859. N OTlCE is hereby given that, from and l after this date will protest any and all bills presented to unless the items in the same agree with our ssbooks, unless the articles purchased by either of us in person, or by our written order STIDHAM X EDMUNDS.
 April 6 JS50 lv
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

M TANTI & CO, Steamboat and Family Gro- cers, Lower Steamboat Landing, Little Rock, Ark, will keep constantly on hand general assortment of Family Groceries, Cordials, Wines, Syrups, Ci- gars, Tobacco, etc. Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

HENRY JACOBI Bookseller, Book binder
 Stalioner and Blank book Manufacturer, is pre- pared, enlarged scale, to execute all kinds of Book-binding, in the latest and most improved style. Having engaged the services of two expe- rienced and skiillu assistants in this line, lie is enabled to execute all work entrusted to him with
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

A, J. HUTT, At his old stand Main st., keeps constantly on hand general assortment of Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Queensware, etc.
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Second Hand Type for Sale.
Farm for Sale.

WYE offer for sale the tract of landgass W formerly owned by A. Dowdle, lying in ~.@ Conway county, Ark, three miles below Lewisburg on the north side of the Arkansas river, lying within one quarter of mile of the river, and running back one mile and half, all high dry bottom land tirely above overflow containing 6S0 acres, l25 in cultivation, and about the same quantity deadened, with splendid wells of water, d new gin house, negro cabins, etc, etc.
 We will sell for cash or on time to suit the pur- chaser. For further particulars apply to J. M. Dowdel, Lewisburg, Ark.
 J. M. DOWDLE, et d., May 25th 1852 tf ErccutOrs.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

JAMES A. HENRY, Dealer in Fancy Dry Goods, Gents Furnishing Goods and Clothing Dress Goods and Trimmings, Hats and Caps, Boots and Shoes, Cutlery, Guns, Pistols and Sporting ar ticles, etc, etc., Markham st. Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

D. B. HANDEL, Main street, Badgett's new building, Dealer in Dry Goods, Fancy Articles, Groceries, Boots, Shoes, etc. Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
EDUC ATJONAL
The Phi Kappa Sigma College,

CHARTERED during the last session N/ of the legislature, will be in readiness for students by the 18th proximo. J. ". Barrow, graduate of Centenary College, and an experienced teacher, assisted by w. $. Stewart, late of the Spenscr Institute, La., feels safe in saying that he will advance his students rapidly and properly Prof Stewart and himself are the sole propretors. Before long they will procure apparatus indis- pensable to d college. Situated in an elevated re- zion, about three miles from the railroad, on which the cars will soon be rolling. Monticello unites in ! singular degree, the advantages of elevation beauty of scenery, retirement and saubrtv. The plan of education embraces the Preparatory, Com mercial and classical course, which altogetherlast six or seven years. It includes Orthography. Reading, Writing, History, Geography, Arithme- tie, Book keeping, the Latin, Greek, and French languages, Geometry, Algebra, Surveying, etc, etc Much attention will be given to Elocution, Rheto- ric and Logic.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Have you Seen This.

August 24, '59. 3m.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Guard against Fall and Winter Fires! BY CEOI CE INS SUR A NICE
Incorporated 1al9-Charter Perpetual.
 clSH CLPITAL, S|,O0O,00O,

ABSOLUTE AND UNIMPAlRED.
 Net Surplus of $942, ,le1.72. And the prestige of 40 years success and expe
 rence. TPWARDS of $12, ,0OO,OOo of losses C have been paid by the -Itna Insurance Com panv in the past 40 years. The value of reliable Insurance will be apparent from the following LOSSES PAID BY THE ETNA DURING THE PAST FIVE
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Dr. D. L. Saunders Cough Svrup

compound, which after all the vapouriag of cures for consumption, bronchites etc., will be lound entirely superior to any article of the kind yet known to the public. The proprietor speaks from the result of trial-long exnerience It is saleiy used Tn all cases where expectorants orcough medlclneS are required See pamphlet.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

FASHIONABLE TAILORING. The >oo subscriber is now fully prepared to execute all R kinds of tailoring, in the most approved style. Hf He may be found at the old stand of E. Marcus X Co. Feb g .59 H. E. HEZEkIAH.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

M Fl. EASTMAN. Commissioner for taking fine acknowledgement of deeds, power of attorney i, takinc denositons, etc. for the States of Virginia Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas Tennes- see and Missouri. Office at Little Rock, Ark.
 Sent 9S 1859. 3m
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Oct. 5, 1859.
BELLEVUE GARDENS AND NURSERY.

BELLEVUE GARDENS AND NURSERY THE proprietor of these Gar ! sa,sn I dens offers tothe public variety esIJs s,sss of choice ssSt8
 Fruits Flowers, "sSsK 50 Evergreens, Creepers, Greenhouse Plants, and harly Shrubbery of all kinds. An extensive va riety of choice Pears, Peaches, Apples, Nectarnes, Apricots, Cherries, Plums, Grapes, Strawberries, Quinces, Curants. Gooseberries, Figs, Pecans. Spanish Chestnuts, Almonds, Filberts, English Nalnuts, Raspberres, etc., etc. Also, thousands ot Magnolias of different kinds and sizes; Firs, Views, Cedars, Junipers, Arbor Vila, Tree Dwarf and Variegated Box, Hemock and Weeping Ever greens, of sorts suitable for cemeteries.
 Cut Flowers
 Furnished at all seasons of the year. choice selection of Bulbs and Flower Seeds daily expected from Europe; notice of the arrival of which will be given.
 From persons unknown to the proprietor. a re- mttanee or satisfactory reference must accompany all orders All orders should give specific direc- tons as to route of shipment and destination. A moderate charge made for packing, sufficient to cover expense for boxing, bagging, etc
 All packages, after being receipted for by boat or railroad are at thersk of the purchaser Should any omission mistake occur in shipment, the same will be cheertuy corrected upon notice being given to the proprietor.
 Catalogues sent FREE OF CHARGE to all applicants
 $. M. WHEATON,
 Oct. ,, 1859. 6m Memphis, Tenn.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

J. w. Faust, Attorney at Law, Little Rock, Ark. Office in the State Bank building, opposite
 the State House. Reference, Capt. Albert Pike.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

N.FtII1 IIII7 " Tt3I'V UI TT UUsIIICs9 S VISVIdI intention, he guarantees all his work not to be ex- relied in the south for cheaIness and superiority. A fine assortment of Stationery, Blank books, Mu- sic, etc., always on hand and he s constantly re- ceiving additions to his already large stock of Standard Works, School Books, etc.
 When anything in his line Is called for and not found on hand he will order | at once. Call and see him at his new store, on Markham street. two doors above $. II. Fuckers. Feb 9 '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

JAMES TUNNAII, Marble Dealer, NsggA Little Rock, AIk.-will constantly keep sFsg5lsiy on hand full assortment of Italian and Esh53'ti American marble, and will furnish monu- s.fE,Eay ments, Grave Stones and Tomb Slabs of ,t& every description on the most reasonable
 terms and in good style He will also = make bureau tops, table tops, and do every kind of work in his line. His yard is on Markham street. Feb g '59.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

r. ASBURY KING, Attorney at Law, Little Rock, Arkansas, will practice in the interiorcoun- ties of the State Gntersected by the Cairo and Full ton railroad) and in the Supreme and Federal Courts in the city of Little Rock.
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

w. N TATE, Surgeon Dentist, E.-Ss=sssz, Little Rock, Ark, office over McAl- ffYysl55zssa mont new Drug Store, cor. Main and Alj Markham streeis, performs all operations in Surgi cal and Mechanical Dentistry; such as Extracting Plugging and correcting irregularities of the Teeth, treating Diseases of the Mouth and Gums, insert. ing Artificial Teeth, etc.. in the most approved and scientific manner.
 Jlne l5 1859. 1y
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Mrs. Richards Young Ladies Institute, BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL,
 LITTLE ROCK, ARK.
Y,HE NEXT SESSION of thi@ Scho

H1HE NEXT SESSION of thi$ School. | will commence the first Monday in Septem- Der. This will be the fifth year and the ninth session of our experience teachers i'll Little Rock. The course adopted by the principal, issystematc. based the strictest moral principles the system has been found in every way successful, teaching emulation, order, industry and obedience; the pu- pils' studies are regularly arranged, and admit of no lost time. the long experience otthe principal ill matters of education, the unmistakeable progress of her pupils, visible in each successive examinations attended by the public at large, entle this institute to q share in the public favor, and We have every reason to believe that the school will continue to gain increased patronage.
 Particular attention will be paid to young ladies boarding with the principal, they will beconsidered as forming part of the family, maternal will be bestowed upon thcm and their comforts carefully attended to. Terms for board SIP per month. TERMS PER SESSION OF TWENTY-oNE WEEKS,
 PAYABLE HALF IN ADVANCE.
 Primary department ................... Sl0 % Junior e .................... l5 % Senior '" .................... 20 % Piano, Harp or Guitar (each) ......... 25 co Vocal Music in classes, without extra charge Ancient and Modern languages, Drawing. l5 % Incdental-fuel, desks, chairs etc... l 30 NorE.-Pupils received at any time and charged from date of entering to the close of the Session. No deduction made for loss of time, except in cases of protncted sickness.
 JULIA F. RICHARD,
 Jnlv 07 '5q p,;c;J
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

NEW DRUG STORE, corner of Main and Markham streets, Or. Adams new building,) Lit tie Rock, Ark.-J. J. McALMONT. The under signed having purchased the entire stock, intends keeping constantly on hand fine assortment of Drugs, Chemicals, Dye-stutis, Paints, Oils, Glass and all articles, of the best quality, usually keptin Drug Store, and will carry on the business large scale and liberal terms.
 Physicians prescriptions put up, at Nhours, with neatness and despatch.
 Feb g '59 J. J. McALMONT, M. D.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
WHOLESALE & RETAIL

r WHOLESALE & RETAIL E| -x DRUG STORE. The subscriber SessssIs:ss11g having given up the practice of
 S-y medicine, will give his personal at
 Z9 tenton to the Drug business. Heis k19aA constantly receiving fresh and in &.zaAAs1 spected medicines of all kinds. Also
 Pertumery, Chemicals and Fancy articles; Window Glass and Glassware; Patent Medicines of all kinds-sucn as Taylor's Balsam ot Liverwort, Hastings compound Syrup Of Nap lher and Pepsin; all of Dr. Jayne's and Comstock' preparations, Swaim's and Indian Panaceas, Dal- ly's Pain Extractor, Moilatt's Bitters and Pills, Bartholomew's Pink Expectorant, Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry, Townsend's, Sands, Carpenters, Comstock's and Bulls Sarsaparlla; Fahnestock's, Klomstock's, Smiths and Dead Shot Vermitnges; Oils, Paints, Varnishes and Dye Stuffs.
 All goods purchased at this store are warranted of the best quality, and will be sold on the most reasonable terms.
 I7 Physicians can have their prescriptions accu- rately compounded. R. l.. DODGE, M. D. Little Rock, Feb g '59-ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

 Payable half in advance, balance at end of Ses
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
A FINE ASSORTMENT OF FURNITURE

For sale--consisting of Bureaus, <====-zzz=,> Bedsteads, Chairs, Tables, Look sss--.saas.ag ssas ing Glasses, Whatnots, Cribs, etc. sgt The subscriber is prepared to make all articles of Furniture in superior style; and repairing will also be neatly and promptly done
 Also, Coffin making and undertaking E.41@rlattended to at the shortest notice.
 Ware-room on Markham st., on the corner below the Presbvterian church. FRANCIS DIFFER. Feb g '55-ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
PriNeS

In reply to frequent inquiries-I would say, that
 am prepared to travel to any part of the state, and will go prepared to do everything in the line of my profession in the neatest possible manner. Per sons wishing my services will please drop me line to that effect shall not have time to go except where have calls, and will only charge the regular Memphis and eastern prices, same as charge in my office. Ii. N. CASE, Dentist.
 Little Rock, Ark. Feb B '59-ly.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Valuable Arkansas River Bottom Land for
MEMPHIS ADVERTISEMENT.

INCOMES & CO, 249 Main Street. sign of the Broad Axe, Memphis, Tenn, Importers and dealers in Foreign and Dom, @ Hardware, Cutie ry, Iron. Nails, Castings, Agricultural Implements Tin Plate Copper, Cordage, etc. And Agents for Farbank s Scales and Hall X Co.'S Safes.
 May II, 1859. ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
Blacksmithing Cheaper than Ever


There is at the Little Rock Foundry q large gs1xs assortment of Saw-mill and Gin Castings, 4 which will be sold cheap for cash. The Gin 6>~-5 Castings are all from new patterns. Castings for fourteen foot wheel, with gudgeons all turned steel step and ink, price from $45 to $50. twelve foot wheel, from $35 to $40 A ten foot wheel, from $50 to S35. All common castings from four to five cents per pound, anl other castings in proportion. As have attached steam to my lathe, am prepar- cd to do any kind of turning in iron or brass.
 Machinery of all kinds prepared on short notice
 Two steam-engines for saw mills on hand and for sale.
 The highest price paid for old castings in cash or work Feb g '59 R. ERODE.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
TERMS PER SESSION OF TWENTY ONE WEEK s
 PAYABLE HALF IN ADVANCE.
JULIA F. RICHARD, July ?, '59. Principal.
sEARcY POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL

(INCoRPoRATED.) This Institution Opened the first Monday tn Feb TT is designed, as its name indicates, to l be thoroughly practical school. The course of studies combines substantial classical, with thorough Mathematical and Scientific education
 Civil Engineering, Analytical and Agricultural Chemistry with their kindred branches will receive particular attention.
 good apparatus is being procured. Theschool building is being fitted up in the most comfortable style.
 The location is beautiful and remarkably health full. The facilities for boarding cannot be excelled The community highly moral, and free from the vices oftashon and extravaganza.
 Students geta thorough education here cheaper than in any school in the west
 The most competent and thorough teachers have been engaged. Military exercisrs and discipline nave been introduced. and grant of arms and equipments procured from the State. Prof Ray mond has charge of the preparatory department.
 TERMS PER SESSION OF FIVE MONTHS
 Payable half in advance, balance at end of Ses- sion
 Primary Department. t.................SS co Preparatory Department. .................l2 .l2 % Junor Department. ....................15 15 co Semor Department. ....................2 20 00 Civil Engineering with Topography. ........l0 co French and German. .... 10 DO Boarding per month SS to SI0.
 Students can enter atany time during the session, paying from the time of entrance. No other de- duction unless by special contract For further particulars address A. M. RAFTER
 Principal Polytechnic School Searcy Ark REFRENcEs-Gov. I. G. Harris, Tenn, Coy. E. N. Conway, Ark, Hon. J. C. Jones, Tenn, Col J. H. McMahon, Tenn, Col. J. R. McClananhan, Tenn, Col. F. Titus, Tenn, J. N. w addell, D. D., Tenn Rev. s. Watson, Tenn Hon. Albert Pike, Ark, Prof. A. Travis, Searcy, Ark, Judge Will Hicks, Ark, l. M. Moore, esq, Searcy, Ark.
 April 6, 1859. If
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

l.. M. FILKINS, Dealer in Fancy and Domes- tic Dry Goods, Gents Furnishing Goods and Clo- thing, Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes and all articles required in ths-market, at Bender's old stand.
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
DIR. PETER BRUGMAN,
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SUR GEON TIST,
 Little Rock, ArkansdS. \ IL his operations are performed in the "A most skiIlful and perfect manner. TEETH PLUGGED so AS TO PRESERVE
 THEM FOR LIFE. Artificial Teeth inserted, from one to an entire set, which for beauty, permanency and utility can not be excelled and answer all the purposes of the natural teeth.
 For Full sets of Teeth. ........... $150 % " Partial set (each tooth,) $6 to % Plugging small cavities. ..... l 50 < medium < % < Extracting Teeth. .......... DO The best and finest materials are used in all cases, and satisfaction guaranteed to his patients. Office at his residence next door to the " Pitts burg House."
 I5B- Calls to any part of the State promptly at tended without extra charge.
 Aug. 10th, '59. ly.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
JDENSGN 6 [PNATo

R. J. WARD. VIM. P. SAUNDERS. RoBT. F. HUNT. WARD, SAUNDERS & HUNT, Cotton Factors, 100 Gravier st., N. O. Feb. g, '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
LIST OF PRICES.

And many other kinds too numerous to mention Terms are Cash and one price only Planters wishing to purchase their Negro Shoes can have them for New Orleans acceptance at 60 or 90 days.
 s. s. BOONE Oct. ,, 1859
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

A. POLLOCK, Dealer in Fancy and Staple Dry Goods Clothing, Hardware, Saddlery, Queensware, Roots Shoes, Groceries and Liquors, etc.. Main st., next door to A. J. Hut. April l3, 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

HUDSON & IVES Wholesale and Retail Deal CTS in Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware, Boots, Shoes, Hats Caps, and all articles required either by City or Country Dealers. Store formerly occu- pied by Newborn Hughes, Main street, Little Rock Arkansas. Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

BOdTd of Trustees. Board of Trustees. GEO. C. WATKINS, (President ! R. l.. DODGE, (7reasurer,) T. D. MERRcK, J. A. HENRY, C. PEYToN, J. J. CLENDENIN, C.. McPHERsoN, GEO. A. GALLAGHER, l.. F. BARBER, s. w. WILLIAMS, WM. E. ASHLEY, E. H. ENGLISH. Board of Visitors. l.. E. BARBER, T. B. BAXTER, w. L. SoMERvILLE, ROB- w. JOHNSON, W. K. PATTERSON, J. $. RoANE. T. P. DocKERY, $. A. SAUNDERS, II. FLANAGrv, s. M. Scorr, II. K. BROWN, J. A. JACKSON Llfle Rock Aug. Sh. 1859. 3m.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

PFTER BRUGMAN. EDMUND BURGEyIN BRUGMAN & CO, Successors to Rapley. Han ger < Co., Commission and Forwarding Mer- chants, and dealers in Groceries, Hardware, Dry Goods, Provisions and Merchandise generally, Steamboat Landing, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

M OSBORN, Markham street, near the lower landing, dealer in Staple Dry Goods, Groceries, country produce, Queensware, Hardware, Cutlery, etc. Feb 23 '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

s. H. TUCKER, wholesale and retail dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries Provisions, etc etc., at the old stand, corner of Main and Markham streets.
 Feb 23 '5q
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
SOMETHING NEW.

SOMETHING NEW. THE subscriber respectfully in- E7 \ forms her old customers and the public Eaz~ generally, that to- day at her New Store, on Main street. adjoining the Theatre, she will open an entire NEW STOCK of
 Fall Millinery and Dress Goods, consisting of all kinds of Fine and Fancy Dress Goods and Trimmings, Bonnets, Hats, Ribbons, Laces, Flowers, Ruches. Embroideries, Shawls and Cloaks, Gloves Shoes, etc., etc. comprising nearly every thing for Ladies and family wearing apparel Feeling confident to please with goods and prices, invite all the ladies to call and purchase.
 Sept. 2l, 1859. MRS. M. E. KINNEAR.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26
RICHARD BRAGG, Coach and ov--v

RICHARD BRAGG, Coach and otu-g g, Wagon Maker-Respecttully informs the 9S-sfsf- citizens of Little Rock and the surrounding country, that he is now prepared to make all kinds of work, consisting of Wagons, Buggies, Carts, Drays and truck and timber wheels for mills and every kind of plantation use. Also blows and cultivators of diff lerent patterns; cotton scrapers and sweeps of vari ous patterns; all kinds of mill and gin irons made to order. Repairings of all kinds done in the neat est style at my old stand opposite the Anthony House.
 IT. On hand 30, 900 feet choice seasoned lumber to be made up to order. R. B. Feb g 59-ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

FIELD & DOLBY, dealers in foreign and do- mestic Goods, East Main street, Little Rock, Ark.
 Feb g '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

Policies promptly issued by September l4th, 1859. ly.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-26

DAVID BENDER, Markham street, Dealer in Staple and Fancy Furniture, Hardware, Iron, Nails, etc. Feb g '59
The daily exchange. [volume] (Baltimore, Md.) 1858-1861, 1859-11-18
Fire at Atlanta and Griain. .Georri,

AUGUSTA, Nov. IA fire occurred last night at
Atlanta destroying several stores in White
Hall street. Loss 100000. Two children per-
ished in the flames.
Al Griffin, also, fire occurred last night, con-
suming six fine stores on Main street, and ware
house containing 400 bales of cotton. Loss S75, ,000
SECOND DESPATCH.
ATLANTA, Nov. IA fire broke out here last
night at II o'clock and burnt until 2 o'clock this
morning, consuming much valuable property. 1t
originated in drug store, near Shackletord's auc-
tion room, and burnt to the Fulton Bank. The In
teHigencer newspaper Office is in ruins, and two of
the next blocks up Whitehall street. The flames
then spread from Markum corner up Alabama
street to Downs grocery, and thence up Whitehall
street to Holbrook's hat store The principal prop
erty destroyed was Miller 4 Co.'s printisg office,
Braunmer's music store, White g. Co.'s dry goods
store, Browns clothing store, Waaces hardware
store Lockharfs brokers' office, Shackleford's
auction rooms, Coleman's grocery, Jones' book
store, Deehong's daguerreotype gallery, Fishers
law office. Cuttings dry goods store, several
confectioneries, tailor and barber shops. On Ala
bama street, two children were burned to death,
and another is missing. The mother of the chill
dren was awfully burned but still survives The
loss is estimated at 100000. The entire Coleman
corner down to Fulton Bank is in ruins