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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Confirmationof Tax Title.

INO ALL whom it may concern, know you that Il whereas Enoch $. Haynes having purchased at sheriff sale in the county of Yell, and State of Arkansas, the 22d day of November, A. D. lS45, the following land, to-wit:
 The east half of section nty-three, in town ship six north, range nineteen west, lying and being situated in the county of Yell, and State aforesaid for the taxes penalty and costs due there on up the year lS45 inclusive, amounting to the sum of twentyeght dollars and thirty cents, said tract of land containing three hundred and twenty acres, which was regularly listed for taxation as required by law, for the year lS45 and aIrearages aforesaid, in the name oi John Bell, by Theodore P. Sadler sheriff and exoicio assessor and col lector of the taxes of said Yell county, and was sold by him for the non-payment of taxes, penalty and costs due thereon for said year ls45 and ar rearages for which said described tract of land the said Theodore P. Sadler, as sheriff and ex-oifico assessor and collector of the revenue of said county aforesaid, executed to the said Enoch Haynes a certificate of purchase as required by law, which said certificate was on the 10th day of December A. D. le45, regularly transferred and assigned by the said Enoch Haynes for a valuable considera- tion unto Gabriel E. Hays, now deceased; and that afterwards to-wit: on the lst day of Febru- ary, 1847, Simeon Kirkpatrick, the successor the said Theodore F. Sader such sheriff and ex-offi- cio assessor and collector of taxes of said Yell county, made, executed, acknowledged and deliv- cred to the said Gabriel E. Hays deceased, deed for said described tract of land so purchased as aforesaid, and by virtue of said deed of conveyance the undersigned as the executor of the last will and testament of the said Gabriel E. Hays decd, holds possession of said lands in trust for the use and benefit of said estate Now therefore, in conformity with the laws of the State of Arkansas prescribing the mode of confirming titles to lands sold for the nonpayment of taxes, notice is here by given to all persons who can set up any right, title or claim to said land thus purchased in con- sequence of any informality, irregularity or ille gality connected with said sale, to appear at the next September term of the circuit court of Yell county, at a court to be holden on the 4th Mon- day of September next, A. D. 1859, at the court house in Danylle, and show cause if any they can, why said sale should not be in all things confirmed and made absolute.
 SAMIIEI. M HAYS Exo
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
DRUGS & MEDICINES.

AR. Fl. HUMMELL, Main street, Little33 1 Rock, Arks., Wholesale and Retail Drug E1 tore, has always on hand, for sale, Drugs, Medi- ines and Chemicals, Dye-stuffs, Oils, Paints, Var ishes, Window Glass, Putty, Glass ware, superior .ualities of Perfumery, genuine Maria Farina Co 1gne--variety of fine Soaps; Hair, Tooth, Flesh nd Paint Brushes; Surgical and Dental Instru- aents; Trusses and Supporters of all kinds; real Iavana Cigars; Snuffs and Tobacco; pure Wines nd Brandies; Spices, Syrups, Extracts and Essen .es for culinary use; all the patent or proprietary Medicines of the day; Writing Inks; variety of Pens Pencils and Paper Special Agent of the Celebrated Hoofand German Bitters; McLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment; Rowand's of the Univer- sitv of Free Medicine of Philadelphia; Fever and Auge Tonic Mixture; Blackberry Syrup; Remedies for the Lungs; Remedies for Dyspepsia and Indi- sestion; Family anti Bilious Pills; Wolf's Genu- ne Schiedam Schnapps; Fancy Articles, etc., etc
 Having purchased for cash, am enabled to sell $ low as any establishment. Warranted to be resh, pure and genuine.
 Orders from the country promptly filled, and sats- ,ction guarantied with regard to price and quality.
 Feb 3 '59 R. H. HUMMEL, M. D.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
c h oice Fru lit OF ALL KINDS

THE SubscribeS has on hand the largest col -~ l lection of Fruit Trees, Flowers, and Ever S$ssS% greens offered in this section of country -A- Magnolia, Laura Mundis, and Grape Vines assorted, by the thousand,
 Planters who have suffered by the late overflow canrepenish their gardens and orchards six months time, on all sums over S250; or sums of S500 and upwards, at twelve months time with satisfactory paper, per cent. added.
 All orders addressed to me through the Memphis post office, will receive prompt attenton. My nurse " is on the Horn Lake road, ] s4 miles from town.
 Oct 27, 1858. 6m. S. NJ. WHEATON,.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Ayers Cathartic Pills.

'INHE sciences of Chemistry and Medicine have been
 taxed their utmost to produce this best, most perfect purgative which is known to man. Innumerabe proofs are shown that these PILLS have virtues which surpas in excellence the ordinary medicines and that they win un precedentedy upon the esteem of all men, They are safe and pleasant to take but powerful to cure Their nene tang properties stimulate the vital aetveso of the body remove the Instructions of it's organs purify the blood and expe disease They purge out the foul humors which breed and grow disemper stimulate sluggish or disor dered organs into their natural acton and mpar healthy tone with strength to the whole system Not only do they cure the everyday complaints of every body but also formidable and dangerous diseases that have bafe the best of human skill. While they produce powerful eec they are at the time in diminished doses the safest and best physc that be employed for children Being sugarcoated they pleasant take and being purely vegetable are free from any risk of harm Cures have been made which surpass belief were they not sub sanated by men of such exalted position and character as to forbid the suspicion of untruth Many eminent clergymen and physicians have lent their names to certify to the public the reliability of my remedies, while others have sent me the assurance of their conviction that my Preparations contribute immensely to the relief of my afflicted, suffering feow-men
 The Agent below named pleased to furnish gratis my American Almanac containing directions for their use and certificates of their cures of the following complaints Costiveness, Bilious Complaints. Rheumatism Dropsv Heartburn, Headache arising from foul stomach Nau- sea Indigestion Morbid naction of the Bowels and Pain LOSS Ol appetite, Ulcer- and Cutaneous Diseases which require an evacuant medicine Scrofula Kings Evil They also. by purify ing the blood and stimulating the system, cure many complaints which it would be supposed they could reach, such Deafness Partial Blindness Neuralgia and Nervous Irritabity Deangemeuts of the Liver and Kid neys, Cont and other kindred complaints arising from low state of the body obstruction of its functions
 Do not be put of by unprincipled dealers with some other pill they make more profit Ask for AYERS PILLS, and take nothing else No other they give you compares with this in it's intrinsic value or curative powers The sick want the best aid there is for them and they should have it.
 Prepared by Dr. J. c. AVER, Practical and Analytical Chemist, Lowell, Mass
 PRICE 25 CTs. PER Box. FIVE BOXES FOR sI.
 SOLD BY
 Dr. J. J. MoALMONT, Little Rock, ard b Druggists and dealers in medicine in every tow
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23

A.B MORTLEY, Eso, of UTICA, N. Y, writes CT have used your Pctoral myself and in my family ever since yoa invented it and believe it the best medicine for its purpose put out. With bad cold should pay twenty-five dollars for bottle than do without it, take any other remedy"
 Group, Whooping Cough, Influenza.
 SPRINGFIELD, Miss. Feb. :, lS56. BROTHER AVER: will cheerfuy certify your Iscfordl Is the best remedy possess for the of whooping cough and the chest diseases of children. We of your fraternity in the South appreciate your skil and
 HIRAM CoNKLIN, MD. AMOS LEE, ESQ, MONTEREY, IA, writes, Sd Jan, 1858: had tedious Influenza. which confined me in doors SIX weeks; took many medicines without relief; nnay tried your fctorai by the advice of clergyman. The nrst dose relieved the in my throat and lungs ,sss than one half the bottle made completely well. hour medicines the cheapest we'll the best can buy and esteem you Doctor, and your remedies, as the poor mars friend"
 Asthma or Phthisic, and Bronchitis.
 WEsr MANCHESTER PA. Feb. f. 1858. SIR Your Cherry Rctorai is performing marvellous cures in this section It has relieved several from alarm ing symptoms of consumption and is curing man who mas abored under affection of the lungs for the last forty years HENRY L. PARKS Merchant A. A. RAMSEY, M. D., ALBION MONROE Co.,, IOWA, writes Sept lS55 During my practice of many have found nothing equal to your Cherry Fscoral for giving ease and relief to consumptye patients curing such as curable.n
 We might add volumes of evidence but the most con vncng proof of the virtues of this remedy is found In its effects upon trial.
 Consumption.
 Probably no one remedy has been known which cured so many and such dangerous as this Some no human aid can reach; but those the Cherry Iectoral affords relief and comfort.
 AsroR HoUsE NEW YORK CrrY March s. 1s5s DOCTOR AVER, LOWELL: feel it duty and q pleasure to inform what your Cherry Pcoral has done for my wife She had been five months aborng under the dan gerous symptoms of Consumption. from which no aid we could procure hermuch relief Shewas steadily fail- mg until Dr. Strong, of this city, where have for advice, recommended trial of your medicine We bless his kindness do your skill for she has recovered rom that day She is not yet strong she used to De, but is free from her cough, and calls herself we'll
 Yours with gratitude and regard,
 ORLANDO SHELBY, OF SHELBYvnLE. Consumpres do not despair till you have tried AYERS CHERRY PICTORIAL It is made by of the medical chemists ID the world and it's all around bespeak the high merits of it's yrtues PliLndephia Leaaer
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
RxANSAS HOTEL, n- Atn

 5NIIE subscribers would respectfully informX Il their friends and the pub.ic generally, &El hat they are well prepared, in every respect, G.1- } accommodate and provide them with the'best de- eacies the market affords. Thankful for past avors they still hope to receive portion of patronage in future. The convenience [ the house to the
 STEAMBOAT LANDING las long made it, and will continue to make it, a reat resort for travellers.
 careful porter is alwaysin attendance on the wal of steamboats and stages, vi will attend to ne transportation of baggage to lrfrom the house. s9y~ The BAR connected W 'th D sArkansas Hotel always supplied with the hoicest Brands of LiquO s, Cigars, Etc., 0 which they invite the attention of the lovers of ure Wines and Liquors.
 Nov. B. '5s, 6m.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
HOPENILLE ACADEMY.
T. J. SUPERINTENDENT

THIS Institution will be opened for the reception Il ofpups on the first Monday of February next. The scholastic year will consist of two sessions five months each, and pupils will be charged from the time of entrance to the close of the session. No de- ton except in eases of protracted sickness.
 TERMS PER SESSION MONTHS: 0rthography, Reading, Writing and Arith- metic ................ slo Os English Grammar, Geography, Composition
 and Declamation.. .......... Is oe Natural, Moral and Mental Philosophy, As
 tronomy Rhetoric and Political Eccnomy 20 % Latin, Greek, Algebra, Geometry etc..... 20 % The above Institution is located at Thomas Store Calhoun county. Ark, on the main road from Cam den to Pine Bluff. Boardingis cheap and convenien, to the Academy.
 TRUsTEEs-Drs. w. A. Thomas, R. c. Holdermess John s. Waller.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Valuable City Residence for Sale.

'THE undersigned offers for sale the House and l Block of Lots, on which she resides. situat- Dd on Markham street, opposite the State House repair. The out buildings embra zee every thing nec- essary for the comfort of family. The situation is most eligible cityresdence. Tie property is De. lieved to be the most complete and desirable in the Etate.
 The terms will be made known on application to The undersigned on the premises.
 Dee. l. 1858. If JULIA M BFFBE
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Franklin House.

THIS House, having been thoroughly re- ~.
 | paired, fitted up and re-furnished, is now |; open for the reception of Boardefs, travellers As.l and others.
 The Franklin House , is situate at the steamboat and ferry landing, and presents itself as convenient establishment. O. resort to all who may be waiting for travel by the steamboat or stage lines.
 The charges will be moderate, and the fare good ; and will be the endeavor of the proprietor to make this house an agreeable home to all who may favor him with their patronage. THOS. BARRETT,
 Little Rock Sept. 29 1858. 5l-ti Proprietor.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Little Rock High School for
 Young Ladies.

'THlS Institution will commence it's second session. l of five months on the first Monday of February next which originated in individual enterprise and has been fostered neither by aid from the State nor denomnational influence designed on a liberal scale to furnish q school of the highest grade for the daughters of the South and is now in successful ope ation with full corps Experienced Professors an Teachers
 COURSE OF INSTRUCTION. There are four departments in this institutions The Senior, the Junior, the Primary and the depart ment of Music, embracing extensive course of in structon, which, in the two higher departments has been brought the regular College course as is suitable to the sphere of wonan when this has been completed by pupil, to the satisfaction of the Teacher, Diploma will be awarded
 Rates of Tuition as adopted by the Board for ses- sion of five months
 For Primary Department. nt.............Si2 SIP co z. Sul.or g /. .......-......- 20 % For Latin, French, Italian and German, each slo per session.
 Music-Piano Harp and Guitar, each s25 per ses- sion.
 Fees for tuition to be paid invariably, one half in advance and the residue the middle of each session. Adopted rule for the school, that the scholars be taught Vocal Music without extra charge and no additional charges for fuel lights, of musical in- struments, or any other contingencies
 UNIFORM WINTER.
 Dark plain worsted dresses, with sleeves closed at the wrist; collars of plain linen, black aprons and sun bonnets no superuous article of dress to be al- lowed, and jeweiry strictly prohibited.
 Any information in reference to the school may be obtained on application to the Principal President or Secretary.
 yaIrs TN B: s42 sS4qFSsoN, TS Cvirgnia,) p,msieez. PnoF. M. EDMoNDs, (Penn) Music. '''N'' Miss. E. K. BROWN, (Tenn) Modern Lqnquaqes. Mss II. BEYEA, (N. Y.) Primary Department
 Trustees:
 GEORGE c. WATKINS. President. ALBERT PIKE, VIM. R. VAUGHN, S. II. TUCKER, L.E. BARBER. CHARLES RAPLEY, HENRY JACOBI. '. r: BERTRAND, JOHN WASSELL, JAMES B. MOORE. DAVID F. SHALL
 THOMAS J. CHURCHILL. l.. k. BARBER, 1feas'r. GORDON N. PEAY, Secg.
 Board of Visitors, His Ex. E. N. CONWAY, Hon. E. II. ENGLISH. Hon. J. J. CLENDENIN, JAS. A. HENRY, EsQ.,
 R. H. JOHNSON, Esa. Jan. 19. 1859.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
NEW DRUG STORE IN POCA- 9" uOrJrr RaudOluh County

fT{ HONTAS Randolph County. G3 oS,o Having completed the opening of our ky large and general stock of Drugs, Medicines, and every thing usually kept in well regulated Drug House, and having located here for the purpose of supplying the wants of the community upon the reasonable terms, at prices which will justify Physicians and country Merchants in making their purchases of us instead of being compelled to go off for supplies.
 We have been engaged in the business for the last eight years in some of the principal cities and villages and feel confident that we are, from our long experience and close attention to business, competent for the work, and by the exercise oi zeal which shall know no fail, effort shall be spared on our part to give satisfaction. We there fore respectfully solicit q call from you, and if pleased, will be happy in selling you whatever you may want in our line.
 Very respectfully, HARRISON X CO,
 Feb B '59-ly Druggist and Apothecaries Dr. T. McGOwN'S sarsaparia and Iodide of Potash, the great Blood Purifier and Health Re storer. prepared from the FRESH ROOT, the only kind worthy the attention of physicians or the pub lie; old, imported root being inert and worthless facts too much overlooked. The components of his medicine have been extolled by some of the most distinguished physicians in the world, as Sir Wm. Fordyce, Brodie, Leugel, Coindet, Ricord, Bell, etc., for the cure of Scroiula, Kings Evil, White Swelling, Syphilis. Rheumatism, GOut, Neu- rdlSld, DfOpSN, Diseases or lNe hlulleNS, Liver, Lungs, Spleen, Skin, Eruptions, Biles or Ulcers, Blotches, Pimples on the Face, Ringworm or let ter, Old and Obstinate Sores, Chronic Sore Eyes, Scald Head, Gotre, Pains of the Bones or Joints, Spinal Complaints, Lumbago, Jaundice, Female Complaints, Tumors, Caclexy, etc. It removes impurities of the Blood or System or abuse of Mercury, and makes the skin clear and smooth, an object of interest with the Ladies. It should be used in the spring to purify the Blood and prevent sickness. Price, < a bottle.
 McGown's Essence of Tar is a certain cure for Bowel Complaints, as DarrhGs, Dysentery, EluX, Chronic Coughs, etc.
 McGown's Dogwood and Iron, perma- nent cure for Chills, Dyspepsia, Night Sweats, Paleness or Tendency to Consumption, Ague Cake, etc.
 McGown's Golden Pectcral Unequalled for the relief of Coughs, Colds, Consumption, Bronchitis, Whooning Cough, etc.
 McGowan's Stomach Bitters, a pleasant and invigorating Tonic.
 McGown's Ointment, never known to fail curing old sores, Cancers, Burns, External Infam- nations Chronic Sore Eyes, etc.
 All the above prepared and sold by
 H. $. HUGHES, Druggist, Memphis.
 Sold in Little Sock, by R. L. DODGE.
 Feb g '59-ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL. (MALE AND FEMALE.) PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS.
CORPS OF ABSTRACTION.

NOhI D UT INSTRUCTION, EEO. D. ALEXANDER. Belles Letters. Mora O and Mental Philosophy, and Natural and Ex- perimental Science
 JOHN J. MARTIN, Latin, Greek and Spanish Languages, and the higher Mathematics MISS MARIE WASSERMANN, Music, Piano Guitar and Violin, French, German and Italian .Lan- guages.
 MISS LOUISE A PARISH, English Branches, Drawing, Painting, etc.
 TEkMs.--Tuition, one half in advance the balance payable at the close of the Session. Pupils received at any time and charged from the date of entering to the close of the Session. Nodeduction made for loss of time, exceptin cases of protracted sickness. SEssIoNs.-The academic year to consist of ten and drlosing the last Thursday in July. Annual ex- animation the last week in April.
 GEO. D. ALEXANDER,
 JOHN J. MARTIN, Feb Q 1e5g if Pr;no;oo,.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
SAMUEL M. HAYS, Exc Feb. 16, 1859. St Cost of adv. S2l 30.
To all whom it may Concern.

NHEAS, At sale of lands for taxes by the w sheriff and ex-offcio collector of taxes for Calhoun county, in the State of Arkansas, on the oth day of March, A. D. 1858, at the court house door, in the town of Hampton, in said county of Calhoun, l, James II. Means, became the pur chaser of the north east-quarter of the south quarter of section six, in township fourteen south of range fifteen west, containing thirty-one acres fifty hundreths acres (eight and a half acres having been sold off heretofore) for the sum of (Sl o9) one dollar and eighty-nine cents, the amount of the taxes, penalty and costs due there on, for the year A. D. 1857, which land is situated Tn the county of Calhoun and State of Arkansas aforesaid, and was assessed and taxed, in the name of J. 5. Bass, and regularly listed for the year A. D. 1857, as the property of the said J. S. Bass nonresident of said county by Augustes G. Bar ker sheriff and exofcio assessor and collector of the taxes of said county, and was by him on the day aforesaid sold for the non-payment of the taxes, penalties and costs due thereon, for the year 1857, and l now hold the same by virtue of a deed made to me by the said Augustes G. Bar ker, sheriff, etc.
 Now therefore, notice is hereby given to all per sons who can set up or show any right title or claim to said land or any part thereof in conse- quence of informality, irregularty connected with the said sale, to be and appear at the circuit court Of Calhoun county, to be held in the town of Hamp- ton, on the first Monday in September, lo59 next, and show cause if any they can, why said sale should not be confirmed.
 JAMES H. MEANS.
 Feb. 10th, 1859. Ct. Cost of adv Sl4 50.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
GAI;TY LIVERY AND

XE XEeN SAIj STA6I6-Ih HIS estaD- &S N10 lishmot, situated in the rear of A. J. WARDS Ca,iage Manufactory, has been thor oughly refttedand is now prepared to accommo- dates any numlr of horses. The Stable is under the managemenof Mr. R. G. Cook, an experienced stable keeper, ad any horse left at the GAIETY will be we'll fed nd receive the best of attention
 The Gaiety isyell supplied with CARRIAGES, BUGGIES, and fine stock of good and reliable HORSES, whclthe propretors will take pleasure in letting out uner the old rule, < Pay and then Ride' Feb } '59 WARD $ COOK.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
sala of Railroad Lands.

THE following list of Lands belonging to the will he sold by said company at PUBLIC SALE to the highest bidder, at Madison the county seat of St. Francis county on the first Monday If May next.
 TERMs-One third cash, the balance in three and six months from day of sale.
 All persons claiming pre-emptions on any of the lands in the following list hereby notified that unless said pre- -emptions proved. and the land paid for by the day of sale their right of empton the highest bidder. JNO. ROBERTSON, Pres't.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-03-23
Union Male and Female Institute
 Three Greeks, Union County. ArL-

J. E. TR1MBLE, 4. 3. Pyneipa1
 MRS. LAURA c. TRIMBLE, pice P,sncinol rNHE second session of this Istituton will co,,- Il ,mence Monday. January 3lst, 1858. and cont;nno until June l7th The course of instruction is com plete within the Institution and from the increased facalties rendered by philosophical and chemical apparatus, globes, etc., Parents may rely upon find ing this one of the best schools in the State.
 The instruction in music and musical course is un surpassed, if equaled ill the State. A competent teacher is at the head of the department, and new in ton. ~ '''uo
 The new buildings for the Institue will be complet ca as early in the session practicable They viii af vantages. ~
 Boarding in the principals family $50 per session. h private families board can be obtained at ST to $l0 per month
 a circular to J. E. ifRINPIF p;na;na,
 Jan. 26. 1859. 3m F'
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NEW DRUG STORE, corner of Main and Markham streets, Or. Adams new building,) Lit tle Rock. Ark.-J. J. McALMONT. The under .gned having purchased the entire stock, intends keeping constantly on hand fine assortment of Drugs, Chemicals, Dye-stuffs, Paints, Oils, Glass and ali articles, of the best quality usually keptin a Drug Store, and will carry on the business on a large scale and liberal terms
 Physicians prescriptions put up, at all hours, with neatness and despatch
 Feb B '59 J. J. McALMONT, M. D.