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NEGRO DOGS.

YyHE undersigned Uniforms the public that he]
has large pack of well trained negro dogs,
which he will keep in the Parish of st. Landry for
the purpose of hunting runaway negroes. His pack
Of dogs and himself, or fully competent to
take Charge of them, will go to any portion OF the
Parish of St. Landry and hunt-without any charge,
unless the fGEtve is caught for catching rnnaWays
quested to go beyond the limits of St. Landry, he
will charge IS per day until he arrives on the hunt
ing ground, and then no further charge will be
made, unless the hunt is successful. He may always
he found at DIR. James c. Hills plantation, Live
Oak Grove. unless called away ON business. Let
ters should be directed to Washington, La
Opelousas, July 2, 1853. ,
g. saio ot ,nodarate nries w. H.
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LEROY e. MORRIS.


(PRIrATE SECRETARY TO THE GovERNoR.)
GENERAL COLlECTIEG AGENT
~ BATON RoUGE, La, respectfully offers his ser.
vices in the above capacity. All orders entrusted
to him for the collection of claims against the State
of whatever n1tnre, will be promptly and faithfully
attended to, and at reasonable rate of compensa
ton.
He will also attend to, the entering of lands
where parties desiring the same, will furnish him
with the requisite data as to locality, number OF
township, range, etc; also, to the redemption oil
lands sold, or forfeited to the State, for non-pay
ment of taxes.
hEEFERENCEs:el
BATON RoUGE, LA-Goy. Robert G. Wicklfe, and
Hon. A. S. Heron.
IpERvILLE PARlsH-Ex Gov P. 0. Hebert.
NEwORLEAHs-Gen. NJ. Grvot Gen. John l.
Lewis, Hon. A. 0. Ogden, Gen. Jno. Armstrong.
CARsoLLToN-W. I. Scott, Esq.
NArCHITocHEs-Dr. j. W. Butler.
LAKE PRuvIDEScE--T. B. R. Hatch, Esq.
May II, 1s59.-Gm.
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His remaining stock Of summer Nh aih
A goods at REDUCED PRICES. Figl'''f
There Is no chance tn visit his !lLj
\ are and resist the temptation Of buying.
offered to purchasers is, to make enlarge,nents in
my store room for the reception of splendid stock
ofFALL GOODS, direct from the City of NewYork.
An enumeration of the many articles now on
hand would he too tedious.
Call in Ladies and Gentlemen and supply your
selves while the present golden opportunity IL
presented.
PROCRAS1INAITON THE THIEF or
TINE. s. LEVY.
Opclousas June IS, 1853.
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MARRIAGE GUIDE-YorSo's great

MARRIAGE GUIDE-YouNG's great
1Vl Physiological Work being Private Instruc-
tor for Married persons, or those about to marry,
both male and female. In everything concerning
the physiology and relations of our sexual system,
and the production prevention of offspring, in
GLIDING all the new discoveries never before given
in the English language, by WM. YouSG. N. D.
This is really valuable and interesting work. 1t s
written in plain language for the general reader,
and is illustrated with engravings. All young mar.
ried people, or those contemplating marriage, and
having the least impairment to married life, should
read this book. 1t discloscs secrets that every one
should be acquainted with. Still it is book that
INST be locked up, and not lie about the house. il
will be sent to any Que on the receipt OF twenty-five
cents Address, DIR. WIN. YOUNG, No
4ls Spruce street, above Fourth, Philadelphia.
| Nov l3, 1858.
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CE-llaving located in Opelousas,
~ respectfully offer my professional services to
the citizens Of the village and vicinity. can. for
the present, be fond at Mr. John Posey's Drug
store corner of Main and st. Landry SITS.
Opelousas, January o. 1859.
John TAYLOR NJ ID.
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NoTICE.-Josrpu NJ. CARe1ERF- mere,

NOTICE.-JosEpH NJ. CARR1ERE. pere, Of
= the Parish of st. Landry, having applied by
his petition to be appointed Administrator of The
estate Of Joseph NJ carricre Jr, deceased, late
Now, therefore, notice is Hereby given to all per.
sons interested to show cause if any they have wby
said petition shall not be granted at my office in the
ts.J4f Qpeousas, within ten d.ys from the date OF
this 40, ftisement y
Clerks Office, opelousas, July 9, 1859.
LIS. LASTRAPES, Clerk,
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Dissolution Of Partnership.

'THE public is hereby notified, that the part
Il nersiiip heretofore existing under the name Of
pehaillon Il Carrierc. was dissolved on the lst Of
the present month, Mr John p. Gtrnett ia charged
with the liquidation Of the affairs Of the firm, but
each member reserying the right Of using the sig
nature Of the partnership for the purpose Of quda-
tion.
Mr. Gcrapd Carriere will continue the same b,isi.
ness on his account, and takes this opportunity OF
returning his thanks to his friends and the public
generally. EVTE. DEBAIl4LON,
G. CARRIERE.
Washington, La, June II. 1853,
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Railroad Notice

A IL persons who have paid their snbscrip.
"a ton to the N. o. Opelousas and G. W. R. r.
Co., are hereby notified that Robert Benguerel the
agent of the Company, is now authorized to refund
the amount of tax paid above the subscription.
ELBERT CAN'T.
! Opelousas, June IS. 1859.
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FnELLCHENEY SPRINGS.-This de-
~ !ight''l sassmer Resort, stu. l>SNCN
II q beautiful rolling Pine woods coun- laI&A10
try distant about thirtysiX miles 2sl1-4I@I

n u Dcdttilt rollHS llHe WOOuS totil- 4HNXNu
try, distant about thirty-sX miles k4llz14
from Opeousas. will !.e opened on the lst of i--r
next fnr the reception Of visitois',
This establishment has been tit4Ssghly repaired
and pantel, and many important improvements
I made since last son A large Stable and two new
4 Baths and Btth-houses have been erected These
i Baths will greatly promote the comfort of visitors
as they baiit to re absolutely free from rain
water innndatlons as heretofore.
The mineral qualities Of the waters of these
L Springs and the many wonderful cures they have
performed, so well known that they only require
passing notice. This Summer resort will leave
nothing to desire this season, bee proprietor will
spare pains expense to render it as agreeable
aud attractive as possible. He has engaged an ex-
celent Cook, good Steward, and polite and atten-
tive Servants. He has also engaged two Musicians
tor the entire season.: and besides, az the Deer
abounds in the surrounding country, has pro-
cured pack of hounds for the pleasure of sports,
men. lie has also built several boats for fishing in
the Lake, which is situated about four miles from
the Springs, where the Trout, Perch and many
other fine fish. are caught in abundance. He will
also open a Billiard Saloon and Cofee.house, and
keep the very best Liquors and Wines.
Board aud Lodging, per month. s35 90
1o' 40. week lgdI9
Children and servants, half price.
do do do week. ......... Is
Persons visiting Cheney may have their let.
ters and papers directed to Bayou Chicot. and they
vii! be delivered at the Springs three times week.
May 7, ls59.-im. E. PAT1N.
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(tOOPERAGE.- The undersigned has on
" hand at all times a supply Of SUGAR HOGS
HEADS and BARRELS and HALF BARRELS for
Moinsses Of the best workmanship, which he Offers
at the customary prices. He will also receive and
execute orders for any description of work in his
line. supply of H0GSHEAD SLAVES and NINE
FOOT PICKETS for sale low for cash. March 10.
WILLIAM s. READ, Washington.
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A YER'S CATHARTIC PILLS,
"A AYERS CHERRY PICTORIAL,
RAILWAYS READY RELIEF,
MOFFATT'S PILLS,
PERRY DAVIS PAIN KILLER.
a fresh assortment just received.
Although | am not special agent for the sale of
any patent medicines, l. nevertheless keep constant
v on hand general assortment of them, which |
ican sell low any other house in this district,
and which guarantee to be fresh and genuine
Opelousas, November lS, 1858.
p. LEONCE HEBRARD.
Druggist and Apothccary.
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NOTICE TO TAN-PAYERS!- IL will be-
IN in my office at 0pelousas, for the collection Of
the Parish Taxes for the year 1868, and Parish Ii
censes for 1859, from the 2lst of May to the 25h
June and at the expiration of this time shall
proceed to make seizures the property of all de-
iinqnents. Those wishing to avoid costs would do
well to come forward and settle within the thirty
days above enumerated.
May 81, 1859. ELBERT CAN'T,
Collector of Parish Taxes.
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=.sAI,Es AT AUCTION.

rocrss1oN SALE. - Estate of Marie Ann
ECue;1lry uen;1lory. +. W. c., deceased.
ns e pss sfasf g. "a landry vii Be seS
q anu Undersigned 'er administrator on
Friday, August 10, 1888,
h, ~. ros;dence of the deceased, the following
'esl'us" uarro man named MAGLIoRIE, aged about
bO years. .,... Rod and Mattrass; e
/ - iot Of Bed Furniture; :,
! i small s1s Feather ,e,.l' Bed and h"ttrass;
nllS.ucash. ~ 40. The slave now in the possession
fnne IssAs - sauner, hired to him by the de-.
ceased a' If said Saulnier until expiration Of con.
ssh Hire The purchaser Of said slave to receive
re- q ,d IL ags gs sn ns ssa ;ss sasss a ssntse sa
for h're-"s ~ JOSEPH CHENIER,
.,.,c tasq. Administrator.
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NOTICE TO TAX-PAYERS!- IL will be
IN in my office at Opeousas, for the collection of
the State Taxes for the year 1853. and State Lii
censes for 1859, from the 2lst of May to the 25th
June, and at the expiration of this time | shall
proceed to make seizures the property Of all de-
!inque.ts. Those wishing to avoid costs would do
well to come forward and settle within the thirty
DAYS above enumerated.
May 2l, 1859. j.. Y. CHACHERE,
Collector of State Taxes.
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~ GREAT BARGAINS!!!
AT the store of Mr.. Raphael Hollier, Washington,
conducted by and under the control of Mr.. n
Louis Desbret. A
J. The citizens of St. Landry are hereby in ~
formed that have just received from NewOrleans
well and beautiful selected stock of Dry Goods
which are now offered to my friends and the public
generally on terms cheap if not cheaper than the
cheapest. My assortment consists in part of
Dry Goods, Clothing,
Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps,
Tobacco, Hardware.
,.,, Crockery Cigars and Groceries Of
sii Kinds. In short, have every thing in my line
oI business that your wants could suggest.
Gall and examine my stock
Washington, La. April 2, 1859.
RAPHAEL HOLLIER.
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Opelousas, June Is, 1859.

NOTICE.-I am now in possession of the
~ Railroad roll for 1858. Persons who have
not paid the tax for that year are hereby mott. "a
lied that will collect said tax the same -f-
days and at the same places as specified in the no
tice for collection of the Railroad Taxes for the
years 1854. 1876, 1856 and 1857.
May 2l, 1859. ELBERT CAN'T,
Collector of Railroad Taxes.
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NOTICE.-The undersigned, thankful for
~ the patronage heretofore extended y no
to him, would respectfully inform his ..sSssssSaa
himself in the Town Of Washington, where he is
now ready to execute promptly and with neatness
all work entrusted to him, such Carriage Repair
ing, Painting, Trimming and Ornamenting, as well
as Sign an ornamental Painting generally. By
ISe attention to business he hopes to merit con-
son of patronage. A. GOING.
r oeG6shington, La, April II, ls5s.-ly.
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.TtARTS. CANE WAGONS, BUGGIES
" etc-The undersigned being the agent for the
House of Busly Litte Co., manufacturers,
Wheeling, Va can supply planters with any thing
in the way of Carts, Wagons and Buggies, on the
shortest notice and most reasonable terms. Planters
are respectfully solicited to hand in their orders
early, so as TO procure the articles previous to low
water. H. s. W WlLhlNS.
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NOTICE.-The undersigned offer for sale
~ their entire stock of Carriage Material, like
wise to rent their old and well established Shop,
reasonable terms. GIBBS j. CLARK.
Opelousas, January 8, 1859.
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IOTICE.-The undersigned has just arrived

ETOTICE.-The undersigned has Just arrived
~ from NcwOreans with large and ~
hoice ass, tment of Jewery. consisting "a 4. A
principally q Ladies, Cameo ssts. Breast. ee,sa
;Pins, Bracelets, Lockets. Earnings, and in short
every article Of the richest Jewelry, as well as the
finest assortment of Gold and Silver Watches, for
ladies and gentlemen, all Of which he has just re-
ceived from one of the largest commercial lonses
of NewYor!l, and which he will sell at moderate
prices for cash.
He takes this opportunity to announce to his
friends and the public in general that he has Sc.
cured the services of an experienced and skilful
Matchmaker who will be constantly in Attendance
+. DELARUE.
Corner Main and Bellevue streets
Opeousas, February 5, 1859.
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NOTICE

HOUSE, SIGN, COACH AND ORNA-
- MENTAL PAINTING.-The undersigned has
;. vpeaed shop in house the lot of DR.. Satter
nse, Bellevue street, for the purpose of House
''sn' Coach and Ornamental Painting.
rrartlcular and special attention will be given tc
sxaorg sasage Painting and Trimming, which will be
ssu.ea .sa IN superior style and finish, and at ths
oail and examine for yourselves
opelousas, October Is, 1858. r. WHITE.
Nun DE BLE-5O sacs, a vendre par
~ DEBAILLON & CARRIERE, Washington.
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STEAMBOATS,.
N EW ORLEANS AND OPELOUsAs
~ Regular Packet = -

N EW ORLEANS AND OPELOUSAS
~ Regular Packet.
IN me good and safe steamboat ALINE, eMG. 4
Dapealn Gustave d. Louallier, built ex- szasss3
pressy for the above trade, will make her regular
weekly trips between Washington and NewOrleans
ieavins Washington every SUNDAY at 8 O'Clock
o'clock P.M e. :, ~
- Ine Aline will take freight for all intermediate
landings, via the Atchafalaya.
For freight or passage, apply on board.
2 o. HINCLEY l. Co.
Opelousas, june Is, 1859.
NOTICE-1ne undersigned hereby notife;
- Planters anddthers that from and after the Isl
OF November next, 1857, the Storage now existing
VIII henceforth be charged for merchandise ans
other articles now laying in their warehouses for Tho
period OF one month, and for every additional month
or part of month the same additional rates will b,
charged.
Nothing WILDE delivered untilthe storageis paid
Washington, Nov. 1857.
E- ef4as e F. L. PITRE.
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Howard Association.
PHILdDELPHA.

a Benevolent Institution established by special En-
!. do,cment, for the Relief Of The Sick and Dis
t,essed, afflicted tcith Nrulent and Epidemic
+ Diseases.
NHE Howard Association, in view of the
Il awful destruction of human life caused by Sex
ual diseases and the deceptions practiced upon the
unfortunate victims Of such diseases by Quacks,
several years ago directed their Consulting Surgeon
Charitable act worthy of their name, to open a
Dispensary for the treatment of this class Of dis.
cases. in all their FORMS and to give Medical advice
gratis to all who apply by lAtter with description
of their condition, (age oe, Sa.ion, habits Of life
etc.) and in case of extreme poverty, to furnish
Medicines free Of charge. It is needless to add
that the Association commands the highest Medical
skill of the age and will furnish the most approved
modern treatment.
The Directors of the Association. in their Annual
Report upon the treatment Of Sexual Diseases, ex.
press the highest SATISFACTION with the success which
has attended the I,jors of their Surgeons in the
cure Of SpermatorrhtGa, Seminal Weakness, Gonorr
hGa, Gleet, Syphilis. the vice of Onasism or Self
Abuse, Diseases Of the Kidneys ~ ssiadder, etc.
ensuing year.
The Directors, on review of the past, feel as
Drcd that their labors in this sphere Of benevolent
edort have been of great benefit to the afflicted
especially to the young and they have resolved te
devote themselves, with renewed zeal, to this very
important and much despised cause.
An admirable Report on Spermatorrhra, OF
Seminal Weakness, the vice of Onanism, Masturba
ton, or SelfAbuse, and other diseases OF the Sex
ual organs, by the Consulting Surgeon will be sent
by mail lin a sealed envelope), free Of charge, on
receipt OF two stamps for postage. Other Reports
and Tracts on the nature and treatment OF Sexna
diseases, diet, ETC., are constantly being published
for glatuitous distribution and will be sent to the
afflicted Some of the new remedies and method.
of treatment discovered the last year, are OF grea
value. - .......4..t ..--
Address, for Report or treatment, DR.. J. J.sKILLIN
HOUGHTON, Acting Surgeon, Howard Associa
ton, No. South Ninth Street. Philadelphia, Pa.
By order of the Directors "A
EZRA D. HEARIWELL,
President
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Read This!!

DERsONS who have not yet taken out
l. Licenses for 1859 are hereby notified that Mr.
Joseph d. Richard will be always found at his office
in Opelousas, to issue the same on application.
Those who neglect to take out Licenses by the
lst of July, and after that time are found trading
without the same, will he required to pay the fine
and costs in a,l cases.
Peddlers. Trading Boats, ETC.. would do well to
give heed to this notice.
ELBERT CAN'T.
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Dental Notice.
.s.f. j. A. Mcclellan

"
y RESPECTFULLY tenders his services to
Il " the citizens of Washington and the country
generally aud soIicits share of public patronage
He hopes by long practice in the South, and
untring attention to hi. patients to give full salts
faction To all WHO may favor hun with call.
Opelousas, june 4, lsjD.-ly.
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D S. WILKINS. WASHINGTON, La.
lGs Has Just received from NewYork and
NewOrleans large and well selected stock "A
of Spring and Summer goods. such as kf>
French, English and American Prints,
Printed French Lawns
F" Muslins,
Figured Brliants,
, Swiss sflslins and Jaconets,
Book do. and Bishop Lawns,
Gloves, NIitts, Hosiery etc
PLANTATION GOODS.
Choctaw Moriner and Osnaburg stripes,
Chickesaw and Key stone Plaids,
Blue Deuims,
Twilled and plain Lowell,
rs, Al and 5l4 Bro Cottons
SPRING AND SUMNER CLOTHING.
Hats, Caps, Boots and Shoes, Hardware,
Crockery saddlery Cedar ware, and thou
sand things too numerous to mention.
All of which will be sold at moderate profit
payable first March, to good and punctual Gus
TONER'S or still less for Cash
r. s. WILKINS,
April is, 1859. Washington, La
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HOME INDUSTRY.
Saddle and Harness Making.
S1aE subscriber takes this opportunity of intbrm-
f e1s 9pss on # IT, s. s5Ss aa99y sysp eas
sa,t Eoart Street, and opened new Shop on
n naln street, one door above the Office Of Messrs.
.', no!me d Gradenigo, where he is daily manufac-
Turing all kinds of
81 SADDLES AND HARNESS.,
Such as
COACH HARNESS.
BUGGY HARNESS,
HARNESS.
fartlcular attention is given to the manufacture
NWe me call, you can always find in my Shop
:1*prlced Harness, and the finest manufactured in
am determined to please in both price and quality
GEORGE PULFORD.
opelousas, July 1s, 1859.
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MEDICAL NOTICE--Dr. VALtNcouR,
~ accoucheur, surgeon and dentist. having per-
manenly settled in Opelonsas offers his profession.
al services to the citizens of st. Landry.
He will exercise his profession zeaousy, within
the period of fifteen days, he undertakes to all
dirteaters of that unfortunate depravity Of taste.
Medical advice given gratis to the poor, on Mon
days and Fridays, from eight to nine o'clock A. NJ.
REFERENCES.
Vcrmillionville. Opelousas.
Revlon n Taylor, Adolphe Garrigues,
Jean p. Arceneaux, @. A. Guidry,
Raymond Rim, DR.. A cher,
Agerin ArceneauX.
Opelonsas, August %, 1857.
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III ENRY Engraver on Mar
- bile. hasj just established shop at st. Martiuss
vile, snr the construction of funeral monuments of
every description, makes Inscriptions On the saInc. !.
en also proposes to furnish ironrailing for toihbs
Refer TO Jonathan Harris.
Opelousas, August IA, la5s-1y e