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The star of the north. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1849-1866, 1859-10-05
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
CHOICE COTTON LANDS.

AS AGENT of the estate of theg99Ss "A late Francis Surget, of Mississippi, l--.e- will sell, at auction, at Clarendon. all the Lands in Monroe county, Arkansas, on te first MOnday beng tie 7th day) Of Norembfr neTt; and on the second Monday of Noeembr lbeing the l4h,) Twill, at Jacksunpor, sell all the Lands nlackson coun- ty; and on the hird Mondayf Aorfmb'r being the 2lst,) will sell, at Pocahon'a>, all the Lan's m Randohh county, Arkansas In all eases, one bid will be reserved for the estate.
 TERMs-One fourth cash or its equivalent; resi- due in one. two and three wears, bearing interest from sllc, with lien to secure the payment
 Uuti the first ot November, any ot these Lands gre offered at prrdte sale. and offers are invited.- On application to me, at Louisville, Ky, plats, terms, etc, will be furnished. These are among the earliest selected and best lands of ArkanSas- above overflow, titles perfect and III near to fine na- yication. Ghu- hANCOOh'
 JuIy 18th. 1859. Am.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
ST. JOHNS COLLEGE.

THE Board of Trustees have the plea \ sure to announce to the Masonic fraternity and the friends of education generally throughout the State, that the first session of ST. JOINS Co., LICE will commence on the 3d day (lst Mondav) of October next, under the superintendency of JOHN BAKER THOMPSON, A. NJ, President, assisted by a sufficient corps of professors.
 The Board are pledged to support the faculty in upholdlng. under all circumstances, a high stand ard of scholarship.
 The discipline will be of the military form The dress must be neat, manly, economical and uni oin
 The fall and winter dress of students in the pre paratorv department must be blue roundabout coat, with single row of bright buttons in front blue military cloth cap, with brass button on each slde and blue pants with drab stripe down the leo
 For students in the Collegiate department. blue frock coat (single breasted) with straight collar. row of bright buttons in front pants and can same as in preparatory department.
 The coats of the students in both departments must be of navy clark blue, and the pants of army (ight) blue, so as to produce contrast of coors
 The materials for dress must be neat and durable, but not costly or extravagant.
 The dress for spring and summer will be an nounced in due time.
 In this institution parents may have their sons thoroughly educated, and the necessity of sending them out of the State no longer exists
 Provision is made for boarding nonresident stu dents in private families at moderate rates.
 In the preparatory department, the tuition is fixed at $50, and in the Collegiate department at about S60, per session of 10 months-or for the Collegiate year. The tuition must be paid to the treasurer at the commencement of each half session.
 In due time a catalogue will be published for general circulation, giving detailed information in relatlon to the plan of education, text books, dis clpilne names of professors, their titles, branches taught by them respectively, and other matters.
 The board confidently appeal to the friends of educatlon generally, and the Masonic fraternity especially, to sustain the College.
 Provisions will be made by tba Grand Iod,a at its meeting in November next, for the selection of such students as are to be educated gratutously.
 By order of the board
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
TICE. FzoR SAIs-Ls

THE Cadron property, thirty-six miles
 \ above Lit'e Rock, fronts the Arkansas river
 wo miles, contains 5000 acres, les m compact body, and can be divided into three or four iarms giving to each desirable Rtr'r or HaH res,dence This tract includes the Cadr,n Mills ana Ferry ! 6a acre cleared and in cultivation, from five to .six hun, red deadened, ring, well and c!Stern .water, with buildings sufficient to accommodate
 rom 30 to 100 hands. Title unquestionabe. II
 esired will sell with the place 100 head cattle
 and as many hogs.
 . For richness of soil and convenience to market
 hts place is unsurpassed by any lands in this coun- .sry.
 { will also sell q magnificent tract of rirer tand, fftv miles above Little Rock, fronting the river 34 a,f nile containing 600 acres-l25 in cultiva- ion-l5O deadened. For further particulars ap- Dlv to the undersigned, at Lewisburg, Ark, and bbr information in regard to the land refer to John
 Ruindley, B. F. Daney, J. J. Clendenn, Little
 kock Ark ,,,,,, n July l3. 1859. If. W. l.. MENtf EE.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Southern Flows. Corn Shelters, Etc 4. F. MAYHER & CO.,,


 No. 54, vesey Street, N. Y City. A F. NJ. & CO.,, wouldSrs,S.ss-..==, IAs respectfully inform southern.ssss .S.asrzs merchants ami dealer- in AGRcU TURAL lMpLE- MENTs, that they are still MANUFACTURING all kinds of both Steel and Iron SoUTHER Flows, blow castings shelters, grain cradles, hay and stalk cutters, fan miils store trucks, garden and canal barrows, gin gear segment castings, etc., etc.. ex- prcssly for the southern trade. Also on hand. all kinds of agricultural and horticultural implements. machinery, seeds, fertilizers, etc, etc., which we sell at lower prices than any other house in the United States. We have descriptive wholesale priced catalogue, which we will furnish on appca- ton by mail or otherwise. All goods warranted to be as represented. A. F. MAYHER X CO.,,
 No. 54, Vesey Street, N. Y. Successors to John Mayher & Co.,, (who estab- Iished the business in lS20.)
 Send for our price list.''
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
PINCKARD, STEELE & CO.,, Wholesale Grocers and Dealers in Wines, Liquors, Tobacco, Cigars, etc. etc.,

LlQuOr5. Tobacco, Cigars, etC. eIC.,
 NEW ORLEANS, LA.
 NTE have tried the credit experiment W long enough to be satisfied that It does not suit the grocery business and those who wish thelr orders properly filled with just such articles as they describe will d0 well instruct thelr cotton factors commission merchants to pay their grocery bills monthly or contract to send monthly remitances If they will do either. we will warrant satslaction both n qualities and prce for We intend to conilne our sales to such orders and fully believe that those who can conveniently comply with our terms will directly find the great advantage ol dealing with d house untrammeled by mixed business of cash and credit, by which the punctual customer has to be averaged with the slow and doubtful Orders for family or plantation supplies will always have prompt and careful attention, and country mer- chants will find liberal margin for profits.
 We deem it unnecessary to give long catalogue of the articles we deal in, suiciBg to say that have constantly hand, Pork, Flour, Lard, Bacon, Beef. Salt, Whisky. Tobacco and all other p!anta- tiOn supplies, together with the best and freshest supplies for family that can be procured. And also complete stock of Boat and Bar Stores.- And we have made favorable arrangements in Ger many, France England and Havana, for the direct importation of the best brands of Wines, Brandies, Sauces, Salad Oils, Porter, Ale, Cigars, etc., ec., And such articles as our customers may order and we have not in store (of exactly the kind or brand described,) will procure from other importers or dealers at cash prices, and fill their orders literally and carefully
 Planters and merchants who order their supplies through cotton factors or commission merchants, will do Us a favor (anG themselves a srTvce we be- leye,) by instWcting them to buy of US. No req sOnable factor or agent can or will object.
 PINCkARD, STEELE co.
 Auo IT JS5q tv
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
VALUABLE tra

A VALUABLE tract of bottom IA "A land for sale, situated on Point Remove i.- Creek. } miles from Lewisburg. The tract con. tains 600 acres, l00 acres in cultivation, 2)O acre. well deadened. Has on it good steam saw mill and out-houses.
 For terms apply to the undersigned ct Lewis burg, Ark JAO. II. CARROLL.
 Aug 3l, '59 tf
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Mo | Place for Sale.

Y OFFER for sale my plan @ tation, negroes, and stock, situated fs.s, on the Arkansas river, F miles above sss ss 2 Little Rock. ss2sai=s ssai=sisz&& ss&
 There are twenty negroes, alarge stock ot cat tie, horses hogs, etc, etc., one thousand acres III the tract 250 in cultivation, and 100 acres deaden- ed. Application may be made to me at Little Rock. HENRY NJ. RECTOR.
 July %, ls59 3m.
 Nashville Union and American copy for three months and send bill to this office.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Union Male and Female Institute, Three
 Creeks, Arkansas.
PrincipQL

J. E. TRIMBLE, A. B., ,......... Principal THE third Session of this Institution 1- will commence Monday, August Sth, loo9, and continue twenty weeks. The faculty IS full and efficient, composed of teachers of acknowledg- ed ability and merit.
 The two departments, Male and Female, are wholly distinct and separate. No communication whatever. is suffered to take place between pupils of the opposite sex either at the Institute or with those under the immediate control of the princl- pal.
 The instruction is thorough and rigid, and close application is required in study. Every faclhty IS afforded the pupil by Apparatus, Maps and Globes. In the musical department fine Pianos, Guitars, and Nolins are used both for instruction and prac- tce.
 Young ladies from distance are required to board in the Principals family. Boys can obtain good boarding in private families at from 5 toSlo per month.
 For particulars apply to the Principal by letter or for catalogue.
 Hon. s. H. Hempstead, A. H. Garland, Esq, Little Rock.
 w. W Andrews, esq, Washington Arkansas;
 E. w. Gantt esq, :"
 Rev. $. Williamson. D D., ''
 John R. Beeson, Hillsboro,
 G: $. Lamllin, Champagnolle;
 W. 4. Bell,
 James w Meek, Union county;
 B. C. Alders0n. Three Creeks.
 August 3, 1859. ly. VIM. M. rINckARD, CLAIBORNE STEELE, FERDINAND
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Just Received

EROM New Orleans and Cincinnati, x pipes Materia Wine;
 ? Port Wine;
 10 boxes ass'd Virginia Chewing Tobacco; l500 assorted Cigars;
 10 boxes Haut Barsac Wine;
 Hostetter's Bitters;
 assorted Candy;
 , " l ID. cans Baltimore Cove Oysters; Yeast Powder;
 l case Lacour's Matches. And for sale by M. TANT1. July y, 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Park Livery and Sale Stables.

EHESE extensive and new Stables 9Scy, ] have been leased by the subscribers, and dTI9 are the most extensive and complete in the State There is room enough for one hundred horses, without being too crowded Thebest of pr" der will always be kept on hand, and holsess well5at tended to that the most particular will haven .ea gen to complain
 Our prices will be liberal-so low that all must he satisfied.
 'Y- Stables immediately in the rear of the Post pfice. TILLY & co.
 LITTLE ROCK March 9th ISSq
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Farm for Sale.

kXTE offer for sale the tract of land gasSS IVY formerly owned by A. Dowdle, lying in ~.A-- Conway county, Ark, three miles below LewsburS
 In the north side of the Arkansas river, lying |ne quarter of mile of the river, and running back Enc Inije and half, all high dry bottom land, en- relv above overflow containing $50 acres l25 in Eltiyatiop, and about the same quantity deadened,
 Eth splendid wells of water a new gh house, negro hbins, etc., etc.
 | We Will sell for cash or on time to suit the pur-
 haser. For further particulars apply to J. M. |kowdel. Lewisburg, Ark.
 F J. M. DOWDLE, et d., Ik May 35th. 1859. If. Executors.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Peuitentiary Work.

vTHE subscribers, having got the contract l for keeping the convicts in the Penitentiary for the ensuing two years, better than ever pre- pared to do all kinds of work usually done in such establishments. They furnish wagons and carriages extremely low for cash.
 GEORGE 6 ROBINS. MavlS 1852 1y.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
ED U c A T 10 N A L..
The Phi Kanpa Sigma College,

 CHARTERED during the last session ' of the legislature, will be in readiness for students by the 18th proximo J. w. Barrow, graduate of Centenary College, and an experienced teacher. assisted by ". s. Stewart, late of the S1enser Institute, La., feels safe in saying that he will advance his students rapidly and properly Prof. Stewart and himself the sole prOprietors. B fore long they will procure apparatus So indis pansabIe to q college. Situated in an elevated re- eion about three miles from the railroad, which the cars will soon be rolling. Monticello unites in a singular degree, the advantages of elevation, beauty of scenery, retirement and salubrity. The plan of education embraces the Preparatory, Com mercial and classical course, which altogether lasts six or seven years. It includes Orthography, Reading, Writing, History, Geography, Aglthme- tie, Book keeping, the Latin, Greek, and French languages, Geometry, Algebra, Surveying, etc, etc Much attention will be given to Execution, kheto- Tie and Logic.
 RATES OF TUITION PER SESSION OF FIVE MONTHS
 Primary SiU Uo
 Secondary y..................... l2 50
 Intermediate IJ oV
 Junor. ......-.---...... 10 oo
 Sen0r.. ....-.... ~ oo
 Contingent fee. O0 o0
 Good boarding at a moderate rate. For further information address Prof. Barrow, ulsb,n sat sdpt- sIh
 August sl, 's9. i
 Mrs. Richards Young Ladies Institute,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Boots and Shoes.

THE best assortment in town, suitable 1- for city and plantation trade, and at prices lower than have ever been offered in this market. So say every one that has examined them, and what everybody says must be true. For sale by
 Aug. r, '59. GEO. s. MORRISON
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Sundries.

CCTTON YARN, Carpet Warp; N Buckets, Tubs, Brooms and Baskets; Horse Collars and Flames, Grind Stones; Star Candles, Soap, Starch and Indigo; Powder, Lead and Caps;
 Teas, of all sort; Soda and Saleratus;
 Tobacco, Cigars and Snuff, all sorts;
 Manila Rope, Cotton Lines;
 Trot Fish Lines, Mosquito Bars, and other goods too numerous to mention, and for sale by {. Aug. 24, '59 M. OSBOkN. '
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
April ?, 1859. ly
Little Rock Saw Mill

THE undersigned are now prepared t
 ! furnish all kinds of lumber at their mill i Little Rock at short notice. They also intend t keep on hand all kinds of lumber suitable for cal penters carriage makers and steamboats
 In a few weeks they will have superior lath mill in operation when they hope to be able to fun nish superior article of the same. Hoping b fair dealing to merit liberal share of the publi patranage, they remain the public's obedient ser wants. J. F. X D. II. DY FIR.
 Little Rock, June %, 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21

Ladles Shoe Store. ' ADlES every where in Ea AL want of Shoes or Boots are re- tEssA Spectiuliy inrifed to call at the La- -Ss. ssSa s. dies Boot and Shoe Manulactory," on Main stre nearly opposite the Theatre building; where Lad and Childrene' boots and shoes are made to ord Of almost every style and quality. All shoes SC at our factory are warranted to fit well and to be best of workmanship and material
 We are in receipt of large stock of fine leatht and will endeavor to keep full supply of req made boots and shoes to suit ourcustomers.
 JOHN RIGLER X BROS.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
DRUGS & MEDICINES.
R. H. HUMMELL, Main street, Littlees3

R. H. HUMMELL, Main street, Littles3 Es ROCK, Arks., Wholesale and Retail Drug kJ o'ore' has always on hand, for sale, Drugs, Medl- cies ana Chemicals, Dye-stutis Oils, Paints. Var n,shes' Window Glass, Putty, Glassware, superior Iuali'ies oi Periumery, genuine Maria Farin.t Co loshennvariety of fine Soaps;' Hair, Tooth, Flesh Al'u rant Brushes; Surgical and Dental Instru- neh's; i lrusses and Supporters Of all kinds real haVaha Cigars; Snuits and Tobacco; pure Wines ana brandles; Spices, Syrups, Extracts and Essen Ges TOT culinary pse all the patent or proprietary p p,eaicnes of the day; Writing Inks; variety of rens, Pencils and Paper; Special Agent of the Ueeorated Hoofand German Bitters: McLean's .oicanlc Oil Liniment; Rowand's of the Univer- s,'y or Free Medicine of Phadelphia; Fever and a6uge Tonic Mixtures; Blackberry Syrup; Remedies TOT the Lungs; Remedies for Dyspepsia and Indi- gestlon; Family anti Bilious Pills; Wolf's Gepu- me Schiedam Schnapps; Fancy Articles, etc., etc.
 Having purchased for cash, l am enabled to sell IS low as any establishment Warranted to be fresh, pure and genuine.
 Orders from the country promptly filled, and satis- faction guarantied with regard to price and quality
 Feb 23 '59 R. II. HUMMEL, NJ. D.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
CaICKERING & SONS P F "A .NT CD Es 5
SOLE AGENT FOR ARKA%sAS,) J. E. TRIMBLF,

INfFf ITTfKS. 1rk. THE above superior instru- fGes1---.s= 7 E ments will he delivered at any7Y 2 , s1 navigabc roint in the State at the manufacturers prices, with the addition of freight ard cNarges.- Terms cash or city acceptance. Send for cata- loaue of panoes.
 REFEREycrs.-Jom R. Beeson esq. Hillsboro', Ark, Duncan Brown, esq, Three Creeks, Ark, Dr. David W aker. Columbia, Ark, r. 4. Peterson, esq.,, Champacnol Ark
 Inne L lel0 lN
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
POuades.

4 NEW and elegant assortment of Po- "A mades, the finest everbrought to this market, consisting in part of the following: Namely Jocky Club, Millefieur, Frangipani, Bandolin. and any other kind you can magine.- Call and see at J. McALMONT'S
 "N NeD Drag Store.'' r, o- ,ogo
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Mortimer's Cordial.

LUST received few dozen of this justly q renowned Blood Purifer-the greatest blood IAifer now extant, at J. J. McALMONT'S.
 kpI. e7 IS5Q
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
.undries.

EMBRACING in part, the following / articles to be had at the "New Drug Store,' o-wit
 Aromatic Vinegar, do Salt, Small Rouge Balls, Lily white, Rough powders, starchels, indeIlibe inks, ambrosia hair gloss rose hair oil, philethen, pomades, marrow, pettiets of vinegar, franSipan powders, nCtritve cream, tranairan satehels, olea pheane balls Victoria puff boxes, Canary puff boxes, white stick pomade antique oil, hair oil and bag powders. All to be had at
 July P. '59. J. J. MCALMONT'S.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21

NEW DRUG STORE, corner of Main and Markham streets, pr. Adams new buidng,) Lit tie Rock, Ark.-J. J. McALMONT. The under signed having purchased the entire stock, intends keeping constantly on hand a fine assortment of Drugs, Chemicals, Dye-stutls, Paints, Oils, Glass and all articles, of the best quality, usual keptn | Drug Store, and will carry on the business on large scale and liberal terms.
 Physicians prescriptions lut up, at GHhours, with neatness and despatch.
 Feb 23 '59 J. J. McALMONT, M. D.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
GAIETY LIVERY AND o

Mezn SALE STAELE-This estab- IC hG-N lishment, situated n the rear of A. J. WARDS Carriage Manufactory, has been thor oughy reftted and is now prepared to accommo- date any number of horses. The Stable is under the management of Mr. 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 proprietors will take pleasure in letting out under the old rule, ' Pay and then Ride" Feb g '59 WARD &COOK
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21
Brandy. Wine, Whisky.

THE new steamer South Bend, has
 \ brought us fine assortment of choice Wires, Brandies, Bourbon, Rye and common Whisky, Il of . which are offered at extreme low figures for caSb- Persons wishing to indulge in the above hirmies, are assured that they pure and UnadOherated. Call and examine. A. J. HUTT,
 Aug. 2i, '59. Main street.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-09-21

In reply to frequent inquires-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 as l shall not have time to go except where have calls, and will only charge the regular Memphis and eastern prices, same as l charge in my office. Il. N. CASE, Dentist
 Little Rock. Ark. Feb g '39-ly.