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Shreveport daily news., 1861-10-11
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Man = field Female College

VFNOTO TARlSH Ia.
: I &he Fall session Of this Institution
i will open on Wednesday, 2nd
October Sol, with n full and efficient
Faculty. The domestic department
wiz be under the immediate suprrin-
t~ndencr of the President and his
lady, and every effort viii be made
to promote the comfort Of those en-
trusted to their charge.
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CllAS. B. SIT ARI, President
Mansfield. La.
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For the Benefit of the Soldiers.

The ladies of the Military Aid So
ciety will be pleased to receive wool
and yarn or socks already knit. Pay
will be given for the same if desired.
VI las. ROLAND JONES.
President.
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Purify the Blood Strengthen The
= :, System :!
et AGE!@ !@afe r.
f,~ CROOkES'S ',t'a,.ae'
Invigorating Aromatic Vegetable
~ iStosnache Bittrys. "'
For REsToRENe & PRESERVING
All HEALTH s 'a 'rse
Prepared from Aromatic Bitter Herbs
L.NDER THE n USPiCIES OF IN
EMINENT PHISICIAN. ss r.s
Are an agreeable and palatablt
In>igorating ionic, prepared from
Aromatic Bitter Vegetables, com
bined with a Pure Spirit, improved
and perfcc!ed .by9 one OF our venera-
bic and eminent physicians during Il
practice If thirty Years. IN the latter
|, part Of which he used those, Bitter
Herbs, With unparalleled. success, in
the. treat nont OF internal diseases and
for purifying tl,e.blood. @'s
They stinulate and regulate the
functions Of digestion ,inpart yigor
and tone 10 the stomach :; strengthen
the system, and are 1tnequalled as a
purifier ct the blood. By continuing 2
tthe use Of a wine glass ful! morning
iand evening, and before meals, for. Il
few weeks, they will afford convin-
cing proofs OF their great medicinal
properties. and under the Influence OF
their hralth-reStoring qualities, that
physical condition necessary TO the
vnjoyment Of a sound body and mind
Will so"n be attained. s .sf5s
. From their purifying influence,
the skin becomes steadily smooth and
bright, and they will gradually re
move every trace of eruption OF in
tia,nmation from the face or body as
they progress in the puritication Of tho
blood.
Viewing them simply as bever
age, they equal in richness and deli
cacy Of flavor the finer grades o
choice Champagne Wine~-the bit
I ter principle being only perceptihl,
when fcit in the good work Of purify
ing and inyiGoratiny. 49,.
+ For the use of old aud young .
both sexes they are admirably adap
ted, being @r;tt to the taste; Of "a,
cxqiSitcly delicate ilavor-im},artin;
7" the palate a soothing aromatic II
feet. equalled onl Y by it, purity an,
richness.
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. rH 1t iS second to none.
THE SHREVEPORT NEWS

Should be taken by every i;umilv. as
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70 THE VOTERS or CANDD PARISH.
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""t th"n. ss 50 pr"!"se addressing ,you
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Respectfully, xa~ t-, .-sa
". W. GEORGE
Shreveport. September 18th. 1851.
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Asl Interesting Tale,

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continued in thn next, but compile,
ted in each numbpr
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Proprietor.

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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08
COrOners' ONCE.

BoDY REcovERED-SrsrruoN or Foul PfAy.-The body
Of an unknown man, very much decomposed and some
what mutilated found aolng in the North river at
the foot Of Christopher street yesterday morning IL
made fast the por by the police and the Coroner
notified TO hold an inquest. Subsequently tho boy
Identified as that OF Hugh Duty, who has bce miss
rg from his home for several months and In regard
whom suspicion Of foul play had been entertained Co
roner Schirmer, on being notified OF the affair, or
dered the remains TO be cent 10 tho deadhouse At Belle
vue Hospital, where ioqueat win be held
this morning at nine O'Clock. Deceased was
coachman, in the employment Of Mrs. Parish,
of Union square, and lived with his wife at No. I
Unien court The body was discovered by q man
named Andrew Gallgan, who gave information OF
the fact to the ferry master a. the Hoboken ferry by
whom II male fast 10 the pier. Duffy had been
miss ing since the Goth OF Decembe last and when st
alive he In the house Of friend in Ninth
nue. The investigation to day will probably clear up the
ysery attending the death Of the unfortunate man, and
show that but little foundation exists for the many
rumors which have been circulated regarding his disap
rearance.
FATAL ACCIDENT ON smrBoARp.-Coroncr schrmcr held
inquest at the New York Hospital upon the body Of
rggor named James Leigh, who died from the effect OF
injuries accidentally received Wednesday afternoon.
by falling from the main topmas rigging OF the chpper
engaged lowering the main topgatnt mast TO the deck,
when he missed his footing and falling below was So
severely Injured that he died In short while
Verdict, /. Accidental DEATH Leigh q native Of
England, forty two years OF age, and lived at No "a
lewie street.
about ten years old while flying kre the roof Of HIS
dwelling in Mott street, few days ago, missed his ball
and fell to the sidewalk iuurng himself 50 serious
~ that he died yesterday, at the New York Hospital IN
CONSEQUENCE Coroner Schirmer held an inquest ON tho
body. Verdict In accordance with the above Facts
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08

WASHINGTON, March 7, 1881.
The vv PRESIDENT laid before the Senate letor from
Mr. Chasc rosg3lDg his sen. Senator from Ohio and
asking him 70 have The goodness 10 make ths known 70
the Senate and tho Governor Of Ohio.
On motion Of Mr. LANE, (rep.) of Ind, q copy VISA
ordered 10 be furnished TO the Governor Of oAio
The Senate then resumed the consideration Of Nr.
Dxons resolution that there be printed tho usual num-
ber Of the Presderss inaugural
Mr.. wIorAII's SPEECH.
Mr. vloFA- (opp) OF Texas, sad that as Mr. Douglas
yesterday had entered into discussion Of the meaning
OF Mr. Lncolns inaugural addrass, was proper that
his (wigfau's) construction Of 1t should also bc
given TO the country. 1t was impossible FOR an
administration dealing In generalities, whether
glittering or not, 70 give peace 70 the country.
II 10 . fact that seven States have withdrawn
from the rnon entered into compact and established
government Though the fact not officially announced
the whole country knew that the representatives Of the
Southern confederation here prepared TO DC re-
ceved at this court. Waving all questions Of regularity
With Il. and
matters In controversy must be settled either by treaty
or by the sword II 10 easy 70 talk about enforcing tho
laws and holding and occupying and possessing the forw
When you come 70 this, bayonets and not words must
settle Tho question: and he would here say that Forts
Pckens and Sumter cannot be held much longer. Tho
present administration will be forced 70 oonstrue the
inaugural Forts Moultre and johnson and Castle Pnck
ney are In the possession of the Confederate statcs
but the Confederate states viii not leave Fort
Sumter In the possession Of the federal govern
ment. In reply 70 Mr.. Douglas, he (WlgtalD dc
MED that the Union s II was formerly now
the disease seated blue pin At night and cup d
coffee next morning may relieve the liver but when the
disease y on you, blisterins end bloodettiaS some
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CALL OF THE DIPLOMATIC BODY ON THE
PRESIDENT.

WASHINGTON, Marcn y, 1901.
Tho diplomatic corps, in fu costume, this afternoon
pad an Official visit the President by previous arrange
ment az 70 customary the incoming Of anew aimnis
rson they were ACCOMPANIED by Secretary Seward 70
the White House. who nrs presented TO the President
Commander Figanerc, the Minister from Portugal, and
the lopgeet' In dplomato position In this
country, who made an address In French, a
translation Of which had previously been furnished
70 Mr.. Lincoln. II was Of q complimentary character,
and expressive Of the good win and feelings Of their
spectve governments towards that Of the United Staes
and for the success Of the administration All the dplo
matte corps no sad entertained the best wishes for the
peace and prosperity Of the country and for contnu-
ance Of the friendly feelings existing The President
briefly replied with much warmth heartily reciprocatng,
both officially and personally the friendly sentiments
oppressed
The commander, Figanere, then introduced rcspec.
lively the other foreign Minister'S and then the several
foreign Secretaries Of Legation. This part Of the cero
monies having been concluded the members Of the ca
bnet by invitation, entered the reception room and
were introduced to the dplonaiie corps Mrs. Lincoln
was afterwards presented and for misutes 'here
vas general and unressrslned social conversation.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08
MISCELLANEOUS WASHINGTON ITEMS.


President Lincoln said TO Southern gentlemen, who
called upon him to night to know how his inaugural
to be understood, that 1t meant peace.
Adutan General Cooper has rendered his resignation
He has been induced TO this owing TO the political
troubles agtatng the country COL Cooper is bro
ther in law OF Senator Mason, OF Virginia.
Capt. whhhers Of Texas, has also resigned lie is in
the Adjutant Generals department.
General Cameron leaves here to-day for Pennsylvania
He has not yet qualified, and will return probably on
Monday. In the meantime Mr.. Holt, by request will
continue to discharge the duties OF Secretary Of War
Jose Marceno Hurtado late Intcndeste General Of the
State Of Panama. and distinguished for his activity
and energy support OF the federal government Of New
Granada has been appointed Commissioner for tho Con-
venton under the Cass-Herran treaty. He is expected
here by the close of this month.
Judge Campbell, Of the Supreme Court hls not resign
cd as reported.
Passed Assistant Surgeon Darlington, Of Virginia Lieu
tenant smons, Of South Carolina, and Midshipman Hall
OF Gcorgia, all Of the navy, have resigned.
There is 20 be public reception at the Executive
mansion Ia. morrow evening.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08
THE COMMISSIONERS FROM THE CoNFEDE
RATE STATES.
THE NEW ADMINISTRATION.

WAsHlSoToN, March !, lool
The Cabinet officers severaiy took chage Of the de
partments to-day At O'Clock the nrss formal Cabinet
meeting was held and lasted two hours The President
Immediately after closed his doors against all visiters
unil eight O'Clock, notwithstanding he had appoint
ments with large number of personal friends and dis
tngushed citizens from different parts Of the country
This fact gave currency 10 numerous reports, which
spread like widfre through the city. Everybo
was on tip-toe 10 know whether the nomination Of
Crittenden was withdrawn, some Of the radical
republicans having caucussed last night against him;
hether Sumter TO be reinforced, and the captured
property Of the United States In the secession States
70 be retaken whether Mr.. Lincoln was preparing
new batch Of appointments issuing warrant for the
arrest Of Crawford and the o.hor representatives who
arc here claiming to be accredited from inde-
pendent confoderacy created by ssvu,haf1 States
within the Union 0r The raied States. In short,
aii sorts Of specuhtons were INDUCED in. There
Is no doubt that among other things the Cabinet
had under consideration the present state OF the postal
affairs Of the country, and especially in the seceding
States The reorganization Of tho government by
moving possible all the representatives Of the
Buchanan administration and hfng their places by
appointments also subject Of discussion Thse is
doubt but the absorbing question the consdera
tion OF the country South especially with reerence TO
and tho free navigation OF the Mississippi and the
propricty Of issuing proclamation FOR session
Of Congress; but II is not known what conclusion
arrived at, IL any.
An effort is making by the administration to avoid ca
ing extra secession Of Congress will not be done unless
1t Is found to bo actually necessary. This looks like
peace.
The President intends 70 a the existing vacancies in
the government before tho Senate adourns, cannot
be done in the There large mber Of this
class In tho navy army and civil departments Of the go
vornment 0thcr appointments will be made as soon after
the Senate adour contestant with the other duties
q inc aaRlsi.sson All applisat.ors WIN be referred
To the heads Of tho departments 10 which they
booug and thoy win be held responsible for faithful
distribution OF tho patronage, without governing their
Judgment by relationship friendships personal sptes
The President says he shall zee TO that himself.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08

BROOKLYN ACADEMY MrsIc.--To- morrow evening
there will bc grand gala performance At tho Brooklyn
Academy, for the benefit Of Miss Hnkey. Madame COL
son will make first appearance this occasion tho
role Of Norma, and will be supported by Miss Hinkcy
and Sgnors stgei and susini Tho last act Of "ugo-
letto viii be given afterwards with Miss Kellogg tho
role of Gda The atractivcness OF the programme and
the fact that this will be the last night Of the season.
win no doubt than usually full attendance
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SPEECH OF SENATOR CRTTrENDEN ON THE
UNION,

WASHINGTON, March !, 1861.
A large number Of the citizens Of Washington, and
others, desiring 10 testify their respect and high appre
citation or the services OF the venerable statesman, Mr.
Crittonden, they this evening, accompanied by full
band Of music waited upon him at his quarters and ten
dered him a serenade. After two stirring airs
from tho band he made bis appearance and addressed
those assembled as folows:-
FEuow Cryzrys or wAsmrycroS--T am most happy TO
>eet you. Ihaveoecn with you much in the course
Of my life that feel quite at home In your presence
foc that am with you ~ q noighbor and friend.
and about 70 be separated from you. That scpa-
Not that regret tho loss or public c but that regret
the separaton from associations 10 which have been
long uked and accustomed. You have been always re-
many more services that had rendered you. beg you
however 70 believe that has not been from want Of
any good win my part. have owed you nothing but
with the cay Of Washington and II has been long one
longer than the years that many OF you have lived II u
time that should quit the public service. can
tant home in the West as the place Of repcse
and leisure which look 10 with more interest than
ever did 70 any public employment shall always re.
its great interests. (Appausc) As long as have
power 70 do II service, shall be proud TO perform
that duty. (Appause) In private or in public life the
his principles are same but that his duties 70 his
country TO his ncghbor and bis friend always the
same, everywhere and In whatever condition he may be-
Applause) have sought In my public life for nothing
but 10 do my duty. The proudest reward that have
ever hoped for was the approval OF my counnymen
(Applause.) You are now giving me evidence that
have not indulged that hope in vain You are giving
this proud and gratifying token that You think have
served my country at least faithfully and WELL (Loud
appause) And for this approval your part make TO
you my most sincere and cordial ackDowledg nents.
seek ncthing from my countrymcn now but their good
wn-bst their approval lCrics Of "You have that
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1861-03-08
SEWARD'S PEACE POLICY.
washington correspondence OF Charleston nercur
Se~ayds Grand Pan ~ u Rso"nl l,,s;on reS. 40 i''

Secards Grand Plan of Recoustruction.
Tho patchwork compromise has not passed vet nor IN
II likely to do Indeed, the chances are ouite ths,
other way Seward himself 10 be opposed 10 it
So likewise the sraghlest Southern in both houses
no SETTLE mept while Buchanan rs 10 power. The momen.
he dethroned peace viii be proclaimed, and the honor
Of saving the country will rebound mot TO the repb
but to the new Union party which seward Is forming,
with the help Of Bell and Dongss Letcher AMI Bots
Peace restored and the Confederate States recognized
the next step will be 70 call National Convention. ras
Convention will remodel the whole structure Of the go
yernment in such way as 70 bring back the seeded
States and place the Union permanent and enduring
foundation such is the grand proeot which Seward
templates What is to become Of the "irrepreseble
between free and slave society he has not vouch
saded 10 inform us.