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American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

TIE Confederate States have population
sxeeeding nine millions, Of which nearly si1
millions are whites. This IS nearly donble
The nonr,ation of England under hing VII
liam III and Queen Anne, when 'Ae success
fully waged war against the most powerful
nations Of Europe. IL i bat little below TIE
.apu,ation Of England duEins her gigantic
struggles with tie sirst and great Napoleon
rbe Confederate States fwifhoat kentueSyi
Missouri and Maryland, which viii como
when ready) cover an area e4nsl 20 tho
continent Of Europe-possess an ineSaars''-
BILE supply of minerals, ana climate adapt
ed to the production CT whatever mans nat
nrai or artificial condition requires
This vast region, inhabited by people
who are bred from childhood to horSemaE-
ship and the use 81 arms, and who know
what liberty is. and love and adore ~, -
portioned out for suhjucation by the dis
gushing Yankee race, who don't know 10"
to load a gun, and look contemplate on
horseback. That they may be drilled into
respectable military machines by the jiT-
giaiaa who commands them, i likely enoughi
but, without di7jointing the eternal fitness
of things, and dislocating the order Of ma
ture, that they should become capable Of
empire, is simply absurd. Grant that mere
brute force should enable them 10 overrun
the land, like clond of Eastern loc1sts;
their reicn would pass with themselves.
They possess not one quality that its them
for command. Since their beginning as
nation, and out of all their seething Populs-
ton, they have never yet produced general
or statesman. That j. an effort beyond
Their ability. But for organizing hotels,
working machinery, and other base mechan-
ical contrivances, they are without equals in
the world. And the very law Of nature
which invests them with excellence in those
inferior departments OF humanity, condemns
them to inferiority in those Of nobler and
more exalted strain
In setting up for conqnerors and gentle
men, they have mistaken the bent OF their
genius. They must fall, for they are striv--
ing against the very ordinances Of nature
Every slave, however stupid, knows tho
difference between Backyard and gen
tleman; and while proud Of the One for q
master, would scorn himself for submitting
to the other. The AthenIan orators won't
to reconcile the dependent States 10 their
servitude by telling them that Athens was
the glory of the world, and all who shared
her des,inies partook Of her glory. But
there is netting in the Yankee character
that does not excite disgust and loathing in
every manly bosom. Tie very fact 81 being
ruled over by such race, would inspire
such intensity OF shame a. render life in
tolerable. The permanent establishment OF
their dominion is only possible By tie. eH-
tinction Of every generous emotion IL ths
human heart.-EirliH5aI Whtg.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
TO TIE PUBLIC.

a few words is all that is necessary to make
known the history and wonderful curative powers
of this astonishing remedial agent the Highland
Bitters, or celebrated Scotch Stomachic which has
proved ITSELF in every instance, to lie the only pa
true talisnan TO health to the sick and af
ficted Of every nation and of every cline. 1t was
discovered by George Pallangal, NJ. D., f. r. s..
Professor of Military surgery IN the farfamed Uni
versity of Edinburg, Scotland. When climatic dis
eases were cutting off in thousands the British aud
French soldiers in the Crn1ea. during the Russian
War, Sir George Ballangal was appointed by her
Majesty. Queen Victoria, Chief of the Medical
Commissioners to investigate. III a scientific man
Der, the extraordinary longevity and remarkable
good health which has always characterized the in-
hab tants of the Scottish Highlands and the causes
which led 20 such deplorable results to the same
individuals WREN exposed to a change of climate.
He Sir George discovered by patient research that
the Highlanders had been IN the habit of using a
certain combination of herbs and roots, indigenous
to their native hills ana glens, which, when COM
oned with oriental aromatiGs, was found to be th.
most superatve invgoratog ard bull 'er mp of the
human system which the world or suffering human
ity has ever known Its remarkable powers a
medicine were fully tested, and crowned with I'M
precedented success in every instance where its vr-
tues were tried and it might have been truly said
that the good time had come at last.
Having proved itself eqaa! to every emergency
the original receipt banded over TO a respect
able firm OF pharmaceutical chemists in Edin6uTg
who have prepared it exclusively, TIL its lntrodue-
ton into the Southern States short time ago.
And il may be mentioned conclusive proof OF
Us intrinsic merit and superiority over all other
preparations stomach medicines, either in Europe
or America, that upwards of
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American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
Jackson, yl.ly 10, 1861.

BAKED HANS. Most persons boil hams.
1t is much better when properly baked.
Soak it for an hour in clean water, aud then
wipe it dry. Next spread it all over with
thin batter, and then put it into deep dish
with sticks under it, to keep 1t out of the
gravy. When it is fully done take of tie
skin and matter crushed on the flesh side,
and set it away to cool. You will find it
very delicious, but too rich for dyspcptic-
Try it, &c ham-eaters.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
JACKSON FOUNDRY
AND
NJ CHIN E s H . 4,


uyHE above establishment is now prepared
to furnish Steam Engines and Saw MILLS
and Engines for plantation purposes az snoas
,ct;re and on terms as reasonable as they can
be furnished elsewhere. Also. fo1.aI hs
Horse Power. that took the Premium at the
IL. Stat. Fair. for running Saws, Gins. Mills.
-. which does away with the expense Of
large Gin houses, as nothing Is necessary In
starting them but pick room. w..
Gin and Mill Gearing; Hotc in r;m, sis'
Cn9umns and Sash weights. Crate Bars. Piow
Point. and every variety Of Castings usually
a.nnf.cti,red in q Southern Foundry, always
on Fnc;nes. Saw Mills. and all kinds OF M3,
eh;nePy, repaired At short notice. ana ail
Terms exclusively cash. or its equiv.lent.
Psrsons desiring information will please
address the subscriber. r~rurrc
= Feb. %, 1859. JAP. y. 2 I = - -
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
THREE MILLION BOTTLES

Were sold in Great Britain alone. besides upwards
OF 700 $50 dozen exported to all parts OF the habit
able glose
The attribute CT She Scotch Tonic is 20 prevent
as well cure.b; attacking the root Of the com
plaint and thereby removing the hidden cause OF
disease, by gently stimulating and restoring the
drooping energies of the system, and assisting
nature IN her task of vital and functionary reiOr-
nation. To every suffering from Bilious
ard Liver Complaints, Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Loss
Of Appetite, Heartburn, isebility, Sick Headache.
Costivene-e Impurities of the Blood AM, all affec-
tinns of the Stomach Liver and Bowels, 10 is in
valuable and as preventive Of ChIils and Feyers
whether Bilious Remittent. intermittent, Typhoid
or anv otler FORM it is peculiarly applicable, being
perfect Regeneration of The whole functions of the
human system. Comparatively few doses Of this
palatable stomachic makes the sufferer feel elastic
ara vigorous, removes all impedments, strengthens
generally the whole human functions. and has never
been known fail in single instance where 1T has
been tried.
Females and children can use this strensthing
cordial for weakness stomach diseases Of any
kind. To the mother, while nursing, the Bitters
are indispensable. anu more particularly when the
mother nourishment is inadequate to the demands
of the child.
To those who wish to reclaim themselves from
life OF drunkenness to one of so riety, these Bit
tiers win most eflectuay dissipate the morbid appe
tite for strong drinks. aud restore both the func-
lions of the mind and body To sound healthy CON
dition and viii act like charm In renovatng the
system and drive away the Sick Headache, Nause-
Gus Stomach, and all the usual attendants OF de-
baHchery.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

l0 900 FASMAN'S IRON TIES;
~, UUO 10000 Speer's Iron Ties;
10 Straub's Patent Corn Mills;
so Sacks BraH
IS Sacks old government Java Coffee;
50 Boxes old Virginia Tobacco;
30 Boxes Choice Harry of the West do;
50 Boxes Paul Jones do;
20 Barrels Molasses;
30 Half Barrels Eolasses;
? Tierces Rice;
100 Boxes Candles;
so Boxes Starch;
roo Boxes Family Soap;
SO Boxes Boston Soap;
900 Kegs Nails;
so Coils Hand Rope;
500 Coils Machine Rope;
1000 Sacks Salt;
500 Barrels Lime;
l0c Barrels Cement.
In store and for sale by
CRUTCHER d co.
Vicksburg, July 2, 1861.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
Lightning Rods. Chain Pumps, sc.

u. M. HAIIL
IS ALIVE and ready to mount the highest house
4 or chimney, and erect Mcssrs western NUN
sous
,xaDxaN IMPROVED SILENT SPIRALFLUT-
Id LIGHTNING CONDUCTORS.
I,on-duted Rod copper. siiver-pated point. Also,
liz rorrupated copper Rod with gold plated point,
with s,;iral Ranges which is far superior and can
lie sold as cheap Us the himsy things that are now
being put up through the country Also, Munson ;
conner tubular Rod with gold plated point and
spiral faDges. ,,,; .na
am Agen. for the above rods for Madison ah M
adjoining counties. ] am also ready to put up the
chan Suction and Lift Pumps at the shortest no
f;re Persons wishing Rods and Pumps, VIII oy
s~udinc their orders and address to me through the
Post ONCE receive prompt attention
arfnres constantly on hand for purchasers. In my
ABSENCE j. A. Heron viii attend to the sale o. .he
1900 July g. 1859. 2s-u
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
VOL. XI.
One Hundred Thousand Cures

AND NOT A SINGLE FAILURE.
Green's Ague and Fever MIXTURE,
WARRANTED to cure the Ague and Fe-
" yer, or Chills and Fever, in every case
where the directions are followed, without the
aid of any other Medicine.
Having purchased the exclusive right to the
manufacture and sale of this remedy, we
cheerfully offer it to our customers and the
public at large, specific for Ague
and Fever than any other Medicine known.
Jeo CASSELL d BAUGHN.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
Green's Diarrhna Mixture,

OR DYSENTERY SYRUP,
\ SPEEDY, safe, and effectual Remedy for
n Diarrhoea, Dysentery, Cholera Infanturn,
or Summer Complaints of Children, Cholera
Morbus, or any and all irregularities of the
Bowels.
Prepared and for saie Wholesale and retail.
je5 CASSELL d BAUGHN.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
COMMISSIONER I'M CHAMCERY
John ~. Cameron

RESPECTFULLY tenders his services 10
IL the public as a general conveyancer, and
will attend to business generally in the Pro-
bate Court, in the filing of petitions, making
out annual and final accounts, DEGREES, &C.,
and as Conmis sioner in Chancery, and is al
always on hand when dispositions are to be
taken-his charges will be reasonable.
Canton, Jan. Is, '59--tf.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
OILS! OEE.S!
SUEDRfES.

SUEDRfES.
WYE have now in store a choice and Sc
wv lected stock of the following articles,
in quantity and quality, and at prices to suit
all who may call upon
Sugars-Brown, Clarified, Loaf and Crushed;
Tobaccoes, from l21 cts. to 81 % per pound;
Molasses for plantation use, choice;
Nails-2o0 kegs, all sizes;
Hoes, Traces, Hames, Axes, and -og Chains;
Rtarch, Candles, Soap. and Lard
Cement, Champagne, Coffee, and Rice;
Russet Brogans and Boots;
Flour of all qualities;
Buggies, Carriages, Wagons, Carts;
Timber Wheels
And everything suitable for plantation and
family use
july4 SMEDES, DABNEf 90.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
MISSISSIPPI FOUNDRY iGENC

AMERICAN MACEINE DEPOT.
&c s.. Charles sssect, Corner Of Gravier,
NEW ORLEANS.
Turing the present year beautiful patterns OF
IL g. s, 9. 10. Il. Il and is inch cylinders sta
sfionary and s. IS T. s. 9 ard 10 inch. Portable En-
rines have been completed. and are now offered
for sale together with Saw Mills. Grst Mills Shin
gle Machines, Brick Machines. Cotton screens, ana
other machinery comprising the largest stock ever
uttered for sale While at the same time 1t IS OF
.eouthern invention and manufacture, and OF style
~;ons Ulastruteii Catalogues sent TO any address
by mail. SAMUEL H. O'hMa ~,
Jan. 5, 1861. LON
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

RAGING, ROPE, AND TWINE.
Tor BALES Extra heavy India Bagglng
IZD 500 coils Machine Ropes
$50 half coils do do;
1000 lbs. Irvine, in store. Fer sale q
july4 SAEDro, D1D-s- = -
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
T.. n. HARGON,
AND BUILDER,

DETURNS his grateful ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
IL to the people of Madison for their liberal
support, and pledges himself to renewed ex-
ertious to give satisfaction to those wishing
his services.
He is prepared to execute in the best man
ner aud with the utmost despatch, al orders
for House-building and Carpentering of every
description. He desires further TO say, that
his prices win be as moderate and his terms
as liberal as the mature of the case" viii
admit of.
a.ss~ He is also prepared to furnish PUMPS
of the most approved structures for cisterns
and wells.
Canton. June %. IsG0. Wy
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27


ticles
Corn. Oats, Hay and Bran.
Flour. every kind, Catsups,
Corn Neal, Pepper sauce,
Hominv. Worcestershire &c
Potatoes, Cove and
Onions. Chesapeak Oysters,
Sugar, Pickles, DC DC,
Coffee, Sardines.
Molassss, Bandy Cherries,
Rice, Qneensware,
Candles. Nuts all kinds,
Cheese. &c, Candies,
Tobacco Raisens,
Cigars. -Mackerel,
Snuff. Whiskey. fine and com
Smoking Tobacco, Dandy, Old Cognac,
Soap. Salt,
Starch, Backing,
Porter, Brushes
Ale, Ink,
Champagne Cider. Writing Paper,
DC. &C., DC,
! All of which will be sold at the LOWEST PRICE
FOR CASH.
He pledges himself to keep the best article:
in his line, and hopes to receive liberia
share of the public patronage.
He will run an accommodation wagon, de
livering Meal, Potatoes, Peas. and other mar
ketable produce. at the houses of his patrons
| Persons purchasing Flour, Sugar. DC, by T.
barrel, will have it delivered at their dwell
ings without charge. !. n. oLiEh.
Canton, Oct. IS 1901.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

.0lA GALS. Fine French Brandy
ZOV 500 gals. Old.8ourbon Whisky;
100 gals. Superior Holland Gins
50 DO Old Port Vine London Dock;
100 do Best Madeira Wine:
40 do Malaga Wine;
10 cases Cleret Wine;
8 baskets Champagne:
casks Harvey's jug Ale5
do London Porter;
Just received and for sale by
may29 CASSELL Il BAUGhN.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

Feed and Grocery Store.
YT,HE subscriber respectfully informs his
i friends. and the public generally. that
he has opened, in the new building. on the
corner adioinin g his Livery Stable, a FEED
STORE and general Grocery, where he will
keep at all times. for sale, the following ar
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
READ HOME TESTIMONY.

This certfes that suffered from Ague and Fever
for EIGHT YEARS, during which time ! tried every
medicine / could hear of, without any permanent
benefit, until obtained Green's Ague ard Fever
Mixture, which entirely cured me.
September, iS5S. WV. MIfI Err.
hEssRs. CAssEII & 3 AUGl5S / have used Green S
que and Fever Mixture in family with unfail-
ing success, and would recommend it in preference
to any other medicine for Ague and Fever. One
bottle cured four
SeYt. 90, 1858. 4. w. CLARK.
To those afflicted with Chis and Fever weuld
say, by all means Green Ague an 4 Fever Mix-
ture. Il has failed TO the above disease
in my family.
September, 1853. ELIJAH YOUNG.
| have used two bottles of Green's Ague and Fee
Mixture in my family with uniform success, and
believe il 70 he an excellent remedy.
Madison Co., Oct, 1858. ". P. ANDERSON.
Fs-See advertisement Y another column.
WEzG 0PsNSS COUGH CORDIAL.
A CERTAIN CURE for Whooping Cough
- d Asthma, excellent in common Coughs,
C-oUpy Coughs and all Spasmodic Affections
of the Air Passages.
Prepared by CASSELL il BAUGRN,
June IL, 1859. Canton, Miss.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
COLLECTS AGENT.
A. J. BRANSFORD,

"ILL thankfully receive and give prompt
w attention to all business entrusted to
him in this line, and will be found at Brans-
ford L Dunn's shoe-shop, opposite the Post
sEDff;ce. 2-tf
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
No. 2S1 and 2o3 Main Street,
MEMPHIS. TENN.
THE ONLY AUTHORIZED PRoPRIEToRs IN THE
United States and Canadas.

eR- Observe the name written on the label of
of every bottle to counterfeit which is felony.
Sold by all respectable Druggists. Merchants, Gro
GERS and Hotel keepers in the Union.
Dec l. 1860. ly
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
I.uxURIES.

or KITS Extra No. Family Roe Herringi
IN 10 or. bbls do do do do
SO tierces S. Davis, Jr., S. 31ams.
For sale by 1865 r~-4 70
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27

Three dollars, in advance; $3.50, if DELAYED ST,
uonths, or 81 90 at the expiration of the year.
American citizen. [volume] (Canton, Miss.) 1851-1863, 1861-07-27
Marrying an Heiress.

Congratulate me- said Harry Vernon TO
his friend. Albert Courtney. You can guess
for wlat!'
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1861-10-17
Mcclellan and his Generals.

Bayard Taylor. in describing recent re-
view of the Union troops, says:
" had an opportunity of contrasting Nc.
Clellan with score of Generals end princes.
There were Mcdowell, Porter, Keyes, Blen-
ker, Saith and Marcy, all manly, gallant
faces, and figures Of true military bearing !;
Coils. De Trohriand and Solm-Solm, With
their dashing chivalresque air the Prince
de Joinville, twisted and STOPPING. lounging
on his horse; the Orleans Princes, with their
mild, amiable faces, and aspect of languid
interest-in all, most remarkable group of
figures. A horses length in advance sat
the smallest man in the party, broad-shoul-
dered, strong chested, strong-necked. streng
jawed, one hand upon his hir, while the oth-
or by an occasional rapid motion, flung some
communication to the passing squadron of
cavalry. The visor of his cap was well pull
led down over bis eyes, yet not man In tae
lines escaped his observation. Ills glance
seemed to take in a. once the whole specta-
Gle, yet without loosing any of its smallest
details. " He is a commander" said my
Austrian friend. Something in his figure
reminded me strikingIy of Field Marshall
Radesky. l scanned the lines Of bis face in
/ vain for seme marks of weakness, indec;sion,
oe timidity. All was cool, firm. prompt, de-
termiped, and self reliant. If he does not
justify the expectations Of the nation, physi-
ognomy is of no value.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1861-10-17
Number Sc.
Arrest Extraordinary.

We learn that Wm. H. Russell, L. L. D. ,
the correspondent of the London Times, who
is spending few days in Illinois shooting
prairie game, was yesterday arrested near
Wilmington, in Will county. at the instance
of residents in the vicinity, for shooting on
the Sabbath. We are not IN possession Of the
particulars of the arrest, but learn that be
was to have an examination at Wilmington
to day. The legal authority for this arrest
Is contained in section l46 of the Criminal
Code of this State, as follows:
Whoever shall be guilty of any noise.
rout or amusement on the first day OF the
week, called Sun lay, whereby the peace of
any private family may be disturbed, such
rerson, so offending, shall be deemed guilty
Of a misdemeanor, and up in conviction
thereof, shall be fned, in any sum not ex-
ceeding twenty FIVE dollars"
By any section of the Criminal Code it is
pl divided that such fne shall 80 " to the ed
ucation of any poor orphan child or children
of the proper county. = Chicago Joarndl
Sent. 30