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Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
The youngest and prettiest girl
"no chicken"-if she is a goose.

The youngest and prettiest girl is
"no chicken"-if she is goose.
A mans voluntary expenses should
not eGeed his income.
The error of one moment often be-
comes the sorrow Of whole life.
Without frugality none can be rich,
and with it, very few would be poor.
A snail town is place where there
are maF tongues to talk and but few
heads 10 think.
Bires are the poor mans music;
flower, the poor mans poetry; and the
rich nan has no better.
Theme ideas a man has of other
things the less he is taken up with the
idea q himself.
Society, like shaded silk. must be
viewel in all situations, or its colors will
deceive US.
No evil is unsupportable, but that
which is accompanied with conscious
ness oiwrong.
There is no condition SO low but may
have lopes; nor any so high that it is
out ofthe reach OF fears.
Idle men and swine are equally
valueess in life; but the latter, unlike
the f,rner, have a value after death.
To gain extensive usefulness, seize
the PRESENT opportunity. great or small,
and improve it to the utmost.
Tne polit.ness, like true virtue, can
not be described in set rules, or exact
ly dfned lines of conduct.
Iflhere is any person to whom you
feel a dislike, that is the person Of
WHOM you ought never to speak.
Al Irishman says he can see no
earthly reason why woman should not
be allowed to become medical men.
In "a foolish company. 'tis a pity a
man cannot shut his ears as easily as
bis ees. .,+
My our blond beauties be looked on
as fqming portion of the pale of So
cietR
"Iery good, but rather too pointed"
as th fish said when he swallowed the
bait. 7: e-1
Is There any preceptable improve
mentin caterpillar when be "Lurns
over new leaf?"
ARIcE.-Don't undertake to kiss
furiols woman; risk not a smack in
storm .ILIiHt t|J
Wien we, see ayoung lady with a
sweetbeauty spot on her cheek, we feel
like kissing her on Tie spot.
F Whit is the difference between stab
bing sman and killing hog? One is
assauting with intent 10 kill, and the
Other b kill with intent to salt.
a country paper, in putting a soap,
says it is the ...best ever used for
cleaning dirty mans face. We have
tried f, and therefore we know"
IL haven't another word to say, sir
neve dispute with FOOLS" NO." was
the fply, "you are very sure to agree
with Ebem." - 1850
Mlny philosopher who thought he
had an exact knowledge Of tie whole
humn race. has been miserably cheat
ed i the choice Of wife.
"lre you not afraid your wife will
get BARRED again when you die?" al
hop she may. as there will be one
manin the world who will know hon to
pityne." slli
q What do you propose to take for
you cold?" said lady to a sneezing
gefleman. 80. I'll sell it very cheap;
l wn't higgle about the price at ALL"
boozy fellow was observed the
otler day driving "pig." holding on
to lis tail, and when asked what he
wa doing, replied that be was studying
GEOGRAPHY. :
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

.T HAVE opened in the brick building
i known as Warth's corner, on the Public
Square. in Gallipolis, large and extensive
assortment Of
GROCERIES
Of every description, either for private
families, or Steamboats,. In this line | defy
competition, both as to quality and prices.
The choicest assortment of Teas, Coffee,
Sugar, Rice, Molasses, Cheese, Bacon, de-
always on hand.
10 LIQUORS
of every description, quality and price
Old Rye Whisky, which warrant pure un-
der affidavit, of the finest flavor. Brandies,
Gin. Rum, Wines of all description, and all
kinds of made liquors-as Ginger Brandy and
Wine, Blackberry Brandy, &c.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
"THE CART BEFORE THE HORSE

on for some deep secluded dell,
Where brick and mortar's line may cease;
Te'sit down in pot of grease
No, mol mean q grot of peace!
I'd choose q home by Erin's wave,
With not sound to mar Gfe's lot;
Pd by the cannon have shot
No-by the Shannon have a eott
How fair that rocky isle around, -
That wide expanse to scan 1t Ger;
love a shiver with roar
No-I mean river with q shorel
Romantic Erin's sea girt land,
How sweet with one you love the most
To watch the eeeks upon the roost-
No-I mean the rocks upon the coast!
'Twere sweet at moonlight's mystic hour,
To wander forth where few frequent,
And come upon tpsy gent
No, mol mean gipsy's tent.
Or, in your solitude to meet
Some long lost friend, surprised and pleased
And find you're by his sarse-pan creased
No-I mean by his grasping seized
In that retirement lone 1 would
Pursue some rustic industry, 3.
AND make mysen Dolilne bea--s. t.ll5t5 20
No, mol mean toiling bee! isa ~
Beneath shady sycamore,
How sweet to breathe loves tender VOW;
Your dear one bitten by a sow
Mol mean sitting by a bough!
Or, sweet with your fond wife TO sit
Outside your door at darlight's close,
Whilst she's hard hitting at your nose
No-I mean hard knitting at your hoser
Perhaps on early cares yeu brood,
While sympathy her sweet face shows;
'Tis good to walk upon ones toes
No-I mean to talk upon ones woes.
She smiles you into jest at last,
As pleased TO see the spell is broke,
And draw from you gentle moke-
No, mol mean a mental jokels -
Ahihow yor watch that fairy shape,
A summer dress which does adorni
Admising much her laugh Of seorR-
No, mol mean her scarf of lawn! :
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

-DEAoRALIzEp,"- New York
Tribune tells good story Of a stout,
athletic Zouave, who, running away
from the battle at Fredericksburg. was
checked by Lieutenant with drawn
sword. Said the latter: "Stop, Sir
60 back to your regiment. you internal
coward; you are not wounded" "For
Heavens sake let me pass" implored
the fugitive; "I know I'm not wound
ed, but I'm feaufally demoralized."
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

SHAL GENERAL OF THE STATE.
OFFICE PRoyosT MARSHAL GEs-l
ERAL STATE OF VIRGINIA,
WHEELING, Jan. Is, 1868.
An earnest appeal is hereby made to
all loyal citizens Of Virginia and oil
counties in the State Of Ohio bordering
ON the Ohio river opposite Virginia, to
do every thing IN their power to appre-
hend and hand over to the nearest au-
thorities all soldiers who are deserters
from their regiments or corps. Read
the annexed extract from General Or.
ders No. 8. Headquarters Department
Of the East, New York City, January
18th, 1863, issued by command Of
Major General Wool:
"In these times Of danger to oul
common. country, no one is exempt
from rendering every aid in bis power
to check the demoralizing influence
caused by the great number of mer
who are cowardly shrinking the duties
they have sworn to perform, while
those who remain faithfully at theil
posts are thus compelled to perform
double duty. Every citizen who doe:
not exert himself in remedying this
monstrous evil which SO seriously i'm.
pairs the efficiency and discipline Of the
army. sanctions more or less the per
petration of a crime which is liable tC
be punishsd by death. mo matter what
time may have elapsed since the deser'
| ton.
"The sooner deserter surrender:
himself to the proper authority the
more likely will he be to escape severe
punishment; while on the other hant
the longer he remains absent greater
will be the extreme penalty of the Law
being inflicted upon him."
The following paragraph from Gen
eral Orders No. 92. War Department
Adjutant Generals Office, Washington,
July 81. 1869. is published for the in
formation of all concerned.
"The United States Marshal in the
respective districts, the Mayor and
Chief of police of any town or city,
the sheriff Of the respective counties in
each State, all postmasters and justices
Of the peace, are authorized to act a:
special Provost Marshals to arrest any
officer or private soldier fit for duty,
who may be found absent from hi:
command without Just cause, and con-
vey him to the nearest military post OF
depot.
The transportation, reasonable ex
penses Of this duty and Eve dollars vii
be paid for each officer or private, 81
arrested aad delivered.
Newspapers IN Virginia and in the
counties of Ohio referred to above, are
respectfully requested to publish thi'
circular and accompany it with an edi
torial notice urging response to tht
effort contained therein.
JOSEPH DARR, jr.
Maj. and Pro. Mar. Gen'l State Of Va.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

Country DEALERS viii do well to give me
call before purchasing elsewhere, We can
and will, to cash on short time buyers, offer
such inducements as no other establishment
in the county can afford.
STEAMBOAT will find amongst my stock,
everything required for their tables or bar, at
Cincinnati prices ia
PRIvArE FAMILIES can be supplied with
everything they may need for daily use. and
all articles in this line are selected with the
greatest care and warranted pure, fresh, and
unadulterated.
Call in at the corner of Court and Second
streets, on the south side of the Public Square
in Gallipolis, if you want the worth of YOU
money.
E. S. MENAGER.
April 10, 1862.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
EIn Camp Curtin, at Harrisbur

EIn Camp Curtin, at Harrisburg
g captain, who is Methodist preacher,
arose and began to exhort the men,
stating that this war was one of right,
and if God was not in it. he. for one,
would have nothing to do with it,
Then. exclsimiDg with great vehe.
mence, "If God is with us, who car
be against us?" s'Jeff Davis and The
Devil" cried "wild-cat boy" The
service closed hastily.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

~When people get money without
earning it, it's like taking a lot Of spirits
at one draught; it gets into their heads,
and they don't kRow what they are
about. There's tipsiness of the
pocket as well as OF the stomach.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

EE zeno. The philosopher, believed
in an inevitable destiny. His servant
ayailed himself of this doctrine while
being beaten for theft by exclaiming,
"Was I not destined to rob?" "Yes''
replied zeno, s.and 10. be corrected
also." e.l.l
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

EEA former well known capitalist
is now peddling soap fat in Philadel-
phia. He was brought to his situation
by endeavoring to break faro bank.
Other fools should learn wisdom from
his experience.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
JEFFERs ON D:
BY n. s. eenswELr.

You're traitor convicted, you know very we'll
jefferson D., Jefferson D..
You thought it capital thing to rebel, ga
Jefferson d..
But there's one thing I'll say:
You'll discover some day,
When you see stout cotton cord hang from
tree,
There's an accident happened you didn't
foresee,
jefferson d.
What shall be found upon History's paee7
Jefferson D., Jefferson D. = -
When the student explores the Republican
Jefferson D. 1,
He Will find, as is meet,
That at Judas's feet
You sit IN your shame, with the impotent plea
That You hated the land and the law Of ths
Jefferson D.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
.eAlttpotls NURSERY,
C. N. PALMER.
pR0pRYrrHnp
PROPRIETOR

OFFERS for the fall trade a very large
~ stock Of choice Fruit trees. Apple trees
SO per 100; Peach trees l215 cents each, $40
per 100; Pear trees, standard 40 cents each,
dwarf 35 cents each; Cherry trees 35 cents
each; Plum, 40 cents eaeh., Also fine stock
Of all the leading varieties Of Grape vines,
and very large stock of small Fruits, Of all
the leading varieties in cultivation, such as
Currants, Gooseberries, Raspberries, Black
berries, Strawberries. Rhubarb or Pie Plant,
Asparagus roots, and very large stock green
house plants. Roses and Dahlias, and a
great many other things too numerous TO men
tion. viii be sold on very reasonable terms,
for cash.
Descriptive catalogues furnished to all ap-
plieants gratis. Orders addressed to CALI
polls p o., GaIlia county, o., viii meet with
prompt attention.
CHARLES N. PALMER,
Oct. l6, 1862; Nurseryman.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

ETA recently arrived lady in New
Orleans, the wife Of an officer, speaking
of the dreariness of the city, and the
paucity Of entertainments, observed
that in the evenings "the houses
seemed as solitary graveyards. in
which the wives Of officers were set up
as monuments to late husbands.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

HAD HIM THERE.-A waggish Gu.
rate overheard the schoolmaster giving
lessons in grammar. "You cannot
place a. the singular articles" /" said the
preeeptor. "before plural nouns. No
one can say pigs, a women, a.
Nonsense" cried the curate, "the
Prayer-book knows better than you,
should think, or it wouldn't teach me
to say a-men."
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

RE- Religion is not thing which
spends itself. 1t is like a river which
widens continually, and is never SO
broad or SO deep as where it rolls into
the ocean OF eternity.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
Soldiers Claims Attended

THE undersigned purchases discharged
Il soldiers claims for arrears Of pay, de-
He also collects bounties, back pay, &C.. for
the heirs Of those killed, or died in the SER
vice of the United States; establishes pen
siOns for widows, minor children, and de-
pendent mothers and sisters on deceased, for
the whole or part Of q support. Also for IN
valids, wounded, or otherwise disabled while
in the service Of the United States.
He may be consulted by etter, or at his
Office in Gallipolis, Ohio.
LEWIS NEwSoM.
Oct. IL. Ie62.-tf. ts
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
HAT STORE.
HILBERT BROTHERS,

A RE opening in Gallipolis. on Court
N Street, near lower corner Of Public
Square, large and splendid assortment of the
most fashionable Hats and Gaps for the season
ever brought to this place. Varieties; Burn
side, Mcclellan. and soft Hats of all styles;
Plush, Cloth and Fur Caps, an endless variety
Of styles Of all sizes, for men, youths and
children. In addition to this branch Of trade,
there will also be found general stock Of
Boots, Shoes, Hosiery, Under shirts. &c. de-,
always on hand. Goods will be ordered by
Express from the main house in Cincinnati,
of any style and size q customer may desire,
il not suited in this stock. DR.. d. R. Fletcher,
well known in this county, has the manage
ment Of this establishment, and will give MS
personal attention TO sales, and solieits an ex-
animation Of the goods by those who may de-
sire articles in his line feeling satisfied he can
please all
Military gentlemen are especially invited to
this house, as beautiful stock Of military
goods Of every description are here to be
1 found
Nov. l3, ls62.-6m.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
CITY GROCERY,

CORNER OF COURT AND THIRD STREETS.
WE have now in store complete assort
w ment of goods in our line, to which we
invite the attention of all persons wishing to
purchase, feeling satisfied that we can sell as
cheap as the cheapest. To everybody, we
say give US a trial, and we will guarantee
satisfaction. Terms cash"
Nav l. go
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12

~Girls sometimes put their lips
out poutingly because they are angry,
and sometimes because their lips are
disposed to meet yours half way.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
Farriery.

THE undersigned would inform the citizens
of Gallia county, that he has determined
TO devote his time and attention to the care
of Horses and Cattle, and those wishing his
services are requested to call on him at his
residence in Springfield township, or by letter
addressed Pine Grove P. o., Gallia county, o.
am familiar with all diseases that Horses
and Cattle are liable, and can furnish satis-
factory testimonials if necessary,
T OBEDIAH 'DENHEY. B
Porter, Gallia county, Nov. 20, 1867
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
Tobacco.
Teas,

n UNPOwDER, Imperial, Young HysOn
VI and Oolong Teas, in half chests, eatties
or any quantity. d. s. FORD & BRO.
May l, '62.
Gallipolis journal. [volume] (Gallipolis, Ohio) 1837-1919, 1863-02-12
KEEPS CONSTANTLY ON HAND


All kinds of Watches. Violin Trimmings;
Gold Amer. Watches; Italian Violin Strings
Silver American Lever Gold Lockets;
Watches; Plated Lockets;
English lever Watches Gold Keys;
Ladies Gold Watches; Gold Pins;
Duplex Watches; Gold Finger Rings;
Lepine Watches; Gold Shirt Studs;
s day alarm Clocks; Gold Sleeve Buttons.
80 hour alarm Clocks; Gold Bracelets;
Weight Clocks; Gold Breast Pins;
Spring Clocks; Gold Ear Drops;
Silver Spoons; Colored Spectacles;
Plated Spoons; Double Glass Speeta-
Silver Thimbles; cles;
Gold Chains; Near-sighted Specks:
Plated Chains; Coral Beeds;
Steel Chains; Pocket Books:
Silver Chains; Fancy Hair Pins;
Guitars; and great many other
Aecordeons; articles.
Flutinas; F-...
All articles sold by me will be warranted
as recommended at the time of sale. Also
cash paid for old silver.
Clocks, Watches and Jewelry neatly re-
paired and warranted.
WM. SHOBER,
Public Square, GalIipolis, o.
Evening star., 1863-04-02

STA Ase-Aprii=2,l ,l863=
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31
EDUCATIONAL.

TgNHE duties Of MISS ELLEN MARKS
l. SCHOOL will be resumed on Tt ESD A !,
the 18th ofSEPTEABER Particular Attentions
will be given 10 the ELEMENTARY BgAscHN%
rs the only sure base for future improve
ment. 1t is desirable that ali the pupils
rs far rs practicable, should bo present a.
the opening Of the school. Terms, for Or
biography, Reading, Geography Grammar,
Philosophy, History, 4 arithmetic and Algrbrs,
from five to sever dollar7 per term Of ten weeks.
Music and French at Professors charges
The School is pleasantly situated on King
street, TO- Zl4, between Columbus aud Alirea.
aug 2i-dlseptl aeotocti0
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31
TRUSTEES SALE.

ALEXANDRIA AND WASHINGTON RAILROAD,
DY AUTHORITY of Deed ofTrust execu"
= ted to us by the Alexandria and Washing
ton Railroad Company, bearing date the 18th
day Of April 1856, and recorded in the County
Of Washington and District Of Colum bia, IL
Liber j. a. s. No. 90 folios 367, 1853, 1853, 370 and
81 one ofthe land records for said county, and by
the request in writing Of Richard Wallach, esq.
Mayor Of the city Of Washington, addressed to
Us, We will on Wednesday, the 10th day Of Sep
TENDER next expose for sale, at public auction
the road made, and to be made by the ssid
Alexandria and Washington Railroad Company
including the right Of way and land occupied
thereby, together with the superstructure
and tracks thereon, and all rails and other
materials used thereon, or procured therefor,
including the iron rails and other materials for
the construction Of said road, and All bridges.
yiaducts, culverts, fences, depot grounds and
buildings thereon, engines, tenders, cars, tools.
materials, contracts, and all other personal
property, and all rights, immunlties and fran
chises Of the said Alexandria and Washington
Railroad Company in, to or concerning the said
premises.
The sale to take place at II o'clock meridian,
at the Court House in Alexandria. The terms
Of the sale to be one tenth paid cash; the residue
TO be paid in ten equal instruments with inter-
est from the day Of sale, every six months from
the day of sale The deferred payments TO be
secured to the satisfaction Of the trustees
J. Fl. BRADLEY. Trns+0as
A. T. BRADLEY.
Wilmington aug l3-eops
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31
Gen. j. B. Floyd, Of Virginia, did last
week, at bis residence, in Abingdon.

1t is rumored in Washington that III view
the capture of Charleston there are Indications
that Gen Butler will be sent ont to command
that military department.
The Sentinel, published in Western Mi2@ou~
II, was destroyed on Thursday night, b, g
party Of Missouri enrolled militia Why or
wherefore is not stated, IS the Sentinel was 3
Union paper.
The ordinance Of the New York Board Of
Supervisors, the New York Sun says, will
secure the exemption Of about six thou
SAND five hundred citizens, or nearly one half
the quota Of the city. The remainder, who
may not choose to enter the army, will be able
to pay their own exemptions or furnish substi
tutcs from their own resources.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31
DIED.

At Trenton, Clinton County, Illinois On the
year Of his age. He removed from this city tc
illinois some years ago. In the language of
his daughter, The retained his mind to the last
and died very calmly st the setting Of the sun
On the Oath instant, at Elmwood, Charles
county, Maryland, JAMES H. 81 kE, Esq,
aged 55 years. He WIS native Of the District
Of Column e.
In Richmond, on the 9th instant Of wounds
receive in the battle Of GhancelloTsylle Major 40
ALFRED HOFFMAN, c. s. A. in the 30th
gear Of his aga.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31

YgSHE exercises Of this school will be resumed
i On Monday 2lst Of August. The courss Of
INSTRUCTION will consist Of the English bran
chcs, Drawing, French and the Classical Lam
guages. The school consists Of two departments,
Male and Female; the Males ere taught in No.
S., and the Females in No. 81, the residence
Of the teachers Strict attention will be paid
to the morals and department Of the pupils, and
the government will be parental. For terms
apply to the Principal. aug 26 3tdeo9s
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31

MFRS WHITING will resume her SCHOOL
lYl for YOUNG CHILDREN Tuesday
the 18th Of September and hopes her experience
in teaching will insure her share of public
patronage, The school room is eligibly situs-
ted upon Washington ST., adjoining ths lot Oh
which Christ Church is located.
aug 26-lm&
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31

r.a Doston Post has received communica
:. f-or, Washington, from New England
coleman. who declares that he writes from
,.nso of duty. The writer says, in substance,
,Lot n June last he vas in small village few
,,;Ies from Nashville, Tenn. 1.-THE hotel there
..,s correspondent Of 4 Philadelphia, paper,
~ uho11 he becnme intimate-so much SO,
,bot the correspondent used 70 read his letters
- him before sending them away The writer
sers he was perfectly dulnFounded by one, IN
rb;cb VAS recited secesh outrage localized in
he very village both were in, and ahont
thst very date Shooting helpless old men and
romeu and violating daughters OF Union men,
Fsno;ng fathers in sight Of their children, &C.,
{ormed the various triples, and were dressed up
vith devilish ingenuity to ''curdie the blood
ofthe reader All Of which statements were
fylse, and known to be 50, but the writer would
send them to make 6 sensation, and to urn
bis pay as letter writer.
Public meetings have been held in I4eaven-
worth. Kansas, and other places in relation to
;be late destruction Of life and property at
Lawrence Forces arc being raised to prevent
arepctition Of raids, The military command
er Of the department il much censured, and
charged with inethciency. Gen. Lane says he
will raise force Of 5000 men b. the Sth Of
September The loss Of property at Lawrence,
exceeds million and half Of dollars, and the
previously raported loss Of life is said not 70
:
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31

The report that Major Moseby was wound
ed is confirmed. lie received two shots, one
in the side, and one in the leg bit they were
not considered dangerous, as he vas able on
the next day TO walk 3 short distance
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1863-08-31

IN MS speech, at the Sword presentation to
nm, last week, Gen. Meade remarked that at
'Alrs looked as If the war might be brought to
termination, but be requested the civilians
Present, to spare no efforts TO eli up the ranks
q the army.