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The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

ORPHAN AsYLuM-By reference to
our special dispatches from Des Moines
this morning, it will be seen that toe
Trustees of the Iowa State Orphan Asy-
lum voted yesterday to raise fund of one
hundred and fifty thousand dollars, to
build, as soon as practicable, home for
the orphans Of soldiers who have died or
have been killed during the war. This is
a good movement, as none are more de-
serving of care and protection than the
families of those who Rave lost tAeir lives
in their country's service, and we hope
that some locality will be speedily settled
upon, and that measures will be taken to
push the work forward Immediately.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
Pres't /. d nj. S. L. r. r.


Hon. j B. Grinnell writes to the Iowa
Homestead that of the sheep brought into
Iowa this season, 100000 have been
brought in poor. Hay being scarce and
high, economy in feeding and the use of
grain this winter is recommended by Mr.
Grinneil, and be is first rate authority on
sheep.
Mr.. G. says teach season has given me
new evidence that We, as farmers, were
transgressing the most obvious principle
of economy b. raising fifty cents worth d
wheat, which it would cost liily cents 10
take to tho customer, while two cents
would carry pound of wool OF the value
of fifty cents to our best market. The
pork and cattle raiser, too, now secs how
much more, in proportion to the value al
his staples, he pays for transportation
than the wool grower"
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

~ Quite number OF men and boys,
of African descent, are now in our city
without work, who would be glad to get
employment of some kind to procure
means to keep themselves and family,
where they have one, from starving.
Most of them were field hands in Dixie,
and feel anxious to get on farm where
they feel at home, and are entirely COM
petent to perform any labor. If any of
our farmers are in need of help as Spring
approaches, and their labor increases,
they will please make note of this.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
OFFIcE OF THE l. & NJ. s. L. r. R. Co., !
FARMINGroN, Iowa, Feb 4, '63.

PENNINGTON, Iowa, Feb. 4, '63.
EDITOR GATE CIrr: respectfully ask
for space in your columns to give brief
statement of the progress of the work on
the Iowa & Missouri State Line Railroad,
projected to run from this place TO Nc
braska city.
The company was duly organized in
1859, under the general incorporation
laws of Iowa. The country along the
line from Farmington to Nebraska City
was partially canvassed by the general
agents of the company during that year
and nearly sixty local agents appointed
who were furnished with stock books
several of whom obtained subscriptions t,
considerable amount.
The plan adopted BY the company diff
1 fers some what from most railroad compa
nies-that is, We propose that, the peo
pie of the different counties through
which the road is to pass grade, bridge ant
tie their own portion of the same, ant
take their pay in railroad stock. Also
that they entertain and pay the engineer
while the surveying and construction
being completed, thus greatly reducia,
the cost and equalizing the expenditur
among those who are directly intereste
in the enterprise.
I ! am happy to report that the peopl,
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

SHAKESPEARE CENrENHIAL.-Great pre-
parations are being made in England for
the celebration of the three hundredth
anniversary of the birth of the greatest
poet of any age or couutry-Shakspeare.
The occasion is one which will excite the
interest of the whole civilized world. 1t
is already proposed to celebrate the event
simultaneously in America
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

GREENBAcKs.-The Pay master, Major
Smith, arrived here yesterday forenoon
with the greenbacks to distribute among
the boys of the Third Iowa Cavalry
His coming will be hailed with JOY by these
veterans who have been waiting for his
arrival before they could return to theil
homes and enjoy their short furlough.-
He will commence paying off as soon as
the pay rolls are all made out.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

We call attention to the advertisements
of II. b. Ten-Eyck Esq, General lnsu-
rance and Real Estate Agent.
Mr.. Ten-Eyek is agent for several of
the very best Insurance Companies IN the
country, and has been engaged in the
business many years past and understands
it thoroughly. Indeed, his superior quail
iGcations and the entire satisfaction which
he gives 10 all cases has we'll nigh secured
him monopoly of the insurance business
in our city.
Representing so many of the best Com.
panies in the country, and being both abls
and willing to furnish applicants viii
full and reliable information in regard tt
them, his agency has obtained higt
reputation both INCUR city and surround
ing country. And the prompsness, fair
ness and accuracy with which he meet
the losses incurred by the Companies 70
which be acts, has become proverbial a
home and abroad Mr.. Ten-Eyck is also
we are pleased to see, gradually buildin
up an extensive business in real estat
transactions.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

PRIcE OF PRINTING MArERIALs.-Va-
rious type manufacturers in the country
have issued circular announcing an ad-
vance of about thirty-three per cent. in
the price Of metal type. This We believe
is the first advance that has taken place
on metal type in this country.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

ET Some miscreant in Iowa City, on
recent Sabbath night, stole new sad.
die and bride from the stable of the edi-
tor Of the Republican. The aforesaid
editor is now compelled to ride his horse
bareback and without bride. TO steal
from an editor is indubitable evidence Of
total depravity.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

FERRYISG.-A channel could be cut
with little difficulty now below where the
ice has gorged, SO that the ferry boats
could cross without much if any difficulty
We could then keep up oul Eastern con-
neetion. which will probably be suspended
for few days until the river is clear.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
THE CITY.
Arrival and Departure Of Mails.
Union County Meeting.

A Mass Meeting OF the loyal electors
of Lee county, will be held at Fort Madi-
son at o'clock, on THURSDAY, the 11th
instant, for the purpose of electipg dele
gates to attend the State Union Con-
yention to be held at Des Moines on the
22d inst.
By order of the Committee.
I'd J. NJ. HIATT, Chairman.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

1r- Yesterday was day borrowed
from March 1t was very pleasant, but
the wiud blew perfect gale all day.
Another day or two of wind will finish
the mud which has debarrea many far
mers from coming to town with their pro-
duce and trade for the past few days.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

ea- The cool weather of yesterday had
the effect of curing several severe cases Of
that not uncommon disease, the spring
fever, with which great many are affiict-
ed at certain seasons Of the year and with
which great many have been suffering
during the past few days. among the mum
Der ourself.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

Ig The mail for the East was not Ia
ken across the river yesterday afternoon
owing to the running Of the ice, which
was floating in large quantities.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

ESy- We received no eastern or south
ern mail yesterday. However much we
feel incensed at our southern brethren
for the course they have pursued, yet We
candidy confess that we think a great
deal OF our southern mail connections, moi
that we mean to speak disparagingly o
the females.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

Eg For general news items and other
miscellaneous reading matter, look on the
inside of to-day's paper. Never fail to
look on the second and third pages.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

ORALLY RoUND THE FLAG !"-Owing
to the numerous calls made upon us for
papers containing the song composed and
sung by Capt. C.S. Morrison, OF our city,
on the occasion of the reception of the
Third Cavalry, we have printed the song
again. Those desiring copies to retain
aud send to their friends can now be sup
piled by calling at this Office. Is
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

SMOKING I've are somewhat addicted
to the flavor of fine Havana or Meer-
schaum, for nothing, while the tolls Of the
day are pressing heavily upon us, our
mind perplexed, our body wearied, our
temper soured. will SO drive "dull care
away" land arouse us to new life, as to
enshroud ourselves in the smoke Of our
favorite meerschsum and watch the spiral
wreathes as they curl slowly upward and
spread along the ceiling. One Of our
friends belonging to the wholesale grocery
house Of Hsmil & Go--and by the way
the youngest member OF the frm-knew
our ratings, both that way and financially
and appreciatlng our refined taste. las
evening presented us with fne sack O
KilIekinick tobacco, for which he has ou,
hearty thanks. We tried it and know
that it is excellent, and in our hearts W,
said here is our EJ- my boy, and whel
this gives out you viii oblige us by callin,
again.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
EOR THE FLUTE.
Instructions, Exercises and Musie.

Berbguicrs Method with Drouets "a Studies In all the
KEYS, & 5o Dressiers Complete instructor, g so
wraggs Preceptor 81 51 Winners Perfect Gnfde new
and popular book containing 2ov favorite Melodies Of the
Day cts; Boston Instructor, 4o; Flute Made Easy &C.,
Jewetts National Teacher a0c: Noodbnrss Instructor
4nc; Howe's SefInstructor, kl1te without Master.
school for Flute and Ethiopian each 10 cents Flutists
Gems ii numbers each SIC. Julien Coll Of Music SOC.
The Portfolio, coll. Of Music. In Nos each s5c
Mailed, postpaid receipt of price. OLIVER DIT
son CO, Publishers, III Washington ST. Boston
fabE
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
Auction by Howe & Txler.

Our regular sale will take place this
morning at 10 o'clock, when will be Of
fered two sofas in hair cloth;> "a set of ma
hogany chairs in hair cloth; also rocker
to match. One extra black walnut exten.
sion table, one bureau; oak, cane-sea
and arm chairs feather bed and pillows
carpets, stoycs, oil cloth, and good as
softrhent of kitchen furniture and tabl,
ware. Also one trunk and contents.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

SALOON FOR SALE in good business
part of the city. Apply at No. 2o1 Main
street. 1t.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

Exr There will be service in the Uni
tartan Church on Sunday evening next.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
New Aopfrtiselllents.
r IST OF LETTERS

Remaining in the Post oice at Keokuk, the sth Of
February, 1854.
Rs- Persons calling for any Of tho following letters
must say. "ApyEKfIsEp.o
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
t9 ST. Lou Is
Threat and Lang E1sstitsste
No 90 " Sixth St. bet Chestnut and Pine,
1T. WRIGHT. NJ. D., Proprietor.

Catarrh Throat Diseases, Asthma Bronchitis Early Sta
ges OF Consumption. Heart Disease Liver Complaint
Impurities Of the Boo Scrufula, Diseas Of the Kid
neys Diseases of Women and all other conpoints that
lead TO Consumption.
tenn hss been ost extraordinarily successful and by Ia
SPEEDY and PkkxASxSr has elected the strongest
testimonials from eminent Physicians in its favor
Patients at distance arr treated with equally great
This Institute will be permanent and none but the
ust eminent practitioners In this most difficult depart
nisnt Of Medical Science will he employed.
Those having the slightest symptom m Throat or ines!
disease should apply at for all such complaints lead
to consumption and death
For further particulars apply al the Institute in person
or BY letter.
Ofice hours from 8 A. NJ. 10 5 p.
Address i. r. w W0IGHT, N D,
81. Louis Throat aud Lung Institute
jan28deodAwew1y No. 33 North eth St, st. Louis, Nc
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06

The Pacific coast gold mines turned
out S52, SOC. 900 worth Of ore last year.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1864-02-06
JUVENILE BOOKS.

JUVENILE BOOKS.
Frank wildmans Adventures
Dick Rodney, the Adventures Of an Eaton Boy
Wild Man Of the West.
Wild fpcgts In the Far West
Paai Prssscn's Voyages and Travels
Pnpuisr Fairy Tales
Peter pAxiey's Own Stories
Stories Of Good and Great.
Dick Onslaw among the Red Indians
Claude. the Coiporteu.
The Mil Boy.
L%tia ut Home
Leila the Island.
Leila In England.
Leila and Florence.
For sale by VI w. WEsTtUfT.
isn26
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26

their appointment is obtained and such eyi.
dence must accompany the claimants appca
ton.
Persons intending to make application will
call, with their Witnesses and testimony upoD
the Counsel of the Association, Samuel Nj. Har.
rington, jr., Esq, Coz Market street, Whining
ton, Delaware. Parties living at distance
should give at least two days notice Of the time
whea they intend to make application.
II is desirable that all persons should distinctly
understand that the Association meets The ezpens;,
Of Mose claimants only rho are unable 10 emplov
persons 10 secure their claims.
oihoers, non-commissioned officers, privates
or other parties who may be able to meet such
expenses may, however, ut their own cost. avail
themselves Of the facilities which this channel
OF communication with the Pension Bureau af-
lords. Their claims will be prosecuted at their
expense, by the Counsel of the Association.
ALFRED LEE,
President Of the Del. State Relief Association,
Wilmington. Sept ~, lS63.-gtf
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26


The Delaware State Association for the relief
of sick and wounded soldiers, have secured the
services Of counsel for the purpose of assisting
those who are unable to meet the expenses OF
such applications in the prosecution of Claims
and the obtaining Of Pensions, as follows:
/. TO I1udlids, disabled since March 4, 1861,
in the military service of the United States, in
the line of duty.
2. TO Ridows, of non commissioned officers
and privaies dying of wounds received or of
disease contracted in the military service as
above.
8. To Children, under sixteen years Of age, of
such deceased persons, if there is no widow sur
viving or from the time of the Widows re-msr-
rsge.
4. TO Mothers, (who have no husband living
Of officers and soldiers deceased as aforesaid,
provided the latter have left neither widow, nor
children under sixteen years of age and pro-
Vided also that the mother was dependent wholly
or in part upon the deceased for support.
b. TO Sisters under sixteen years of age of
such deceased PERSONS dependent on the latter,
wholly or in part for support, provided there
are no rightful claimants Of either of the three
asst preceding classes.
6. 10 WidoW, Father or Mother, whichever
entitled,) for arrears of pay and bounty:
No appropriation has yet been made unde
the Act Of March 3, 1868, to pay bounty of SOL
diers discharged for "WOunds received 10 battle"
1t is probable that such an appropriation will be
made at the next session Of Congress. The
claims Of such persons will be fled if desired,
but no action can be taken at present by the De-
partments at Washington.
INSTRUCTIONS
The Claimants identity must be proved nv two
witnesses, who must state upon oath or affirma.
ton their belief that the claimant is the persop
he or she represents himself or herself to be.
In cases of claims for pensions made by widow
Of deceased officer or soldier, the legality of the
marriage, the death of the husband, and the fact
that the claimant is still a widow, must be
proved. Proof of marriage may be made by
record evidence, or in default Of that by the
clergyman's certificate or testimony of respect
able persons.
Applicants of the I'd, 81, 4th and 9th elasse
above given, who have in any manner aided OIL
abetted the rebellion against the United State
Government are not entitled to the benefits o
the Pension Act.
Guardians Of minor claimants must, in a
eases, produce evidence Of their authority nj
Fueh under the Seal Of the Court from which
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26
DAINTY Onllactor,s Notice.

U. S. INTERNAL REVENUE TAX.
The United States Deputy Collector of Division
No. !, comprising Wilmington, Chtistiana,
Brandywine and Mill Greek Hundreds, hereby
gives notice to the tax payers Of said Hundreds that
the annual list of taxes comprising the taxes on
licenses, incomes, carriages, silver plate, yachts,
and billiard tables, has been received from the
Assessor and the said taxes are now due and the
Deputy Collector will be at his Office on and after
the 18th day Of January 1864, until the 10th
day of February 1864, for the purpose of re-
oeiving the same, payments in all cases to be
made in bankable funds. Apersons not avail
ing themselves of the opportunity of the time
named, will subject themselves to an addition of
ten per cent on the amount due.
JOHN p. IlILYARD, Deputy Collector.
Office second story Post Office Building
oisce hours to - a. m, | to 81 p. m.
dec29.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26

EaS~ CHEAP JoHSs is the greatest place in
town.
s6S" Cheap John sells more Boots and Shoes
than any other store in Delaware.
BsS- Cheap John has the greatest stock of
any other store in Delaware.
R6s~ Cheap John is the sole agent for the bes
snooi cotton made In the world, at the STAR
Sor -Hs Market Street.
SssSa f,st a per steamer Etna, direct
w Just arr nn = of English, all wool,
Bath Blankets; for sale only a, 'As"p 'O"N % WV
only importer of them in Delaware. A..
Cheap John, at the Star Store, No. 5O6 mar.
ket street, has just opened a splendid new lot u
China Ware to which he invites the attention Of
purchasers.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26

II. X. BRIRdHURsT, DRUdGIsr AND hPoTHE-
GARY, 3l7 Market-next door to the corner Of
Fourth street-has just received and offers for
sale, a large variety Of fancy articles, drugs,
medicines, chemicals, Patent medicines aud
perfumery. Having lately purchased in New
York and Philadelphia at low cash prices, u large
assortment of hair brushes and tooth brushes,
combs fancy extracts, cologne water, toilet
soaps, hair preparations, &C., he is prepared to
Nell them at the original New York and Phladel-
nh. a retail prices. lie keeps constantly on hand
q lar, - stock of the most popular and most reli
ahle pa tent medicines, all of which he guarantees
10 he IN truly genuine, aud warrants them
fresh and unaduteraied. Ayers sarsaparilla
and Cherrv Pectoral, Jaynes' ExpectoTant,
Jaynes Alter Stive, Carminative, Vemifuge,
and sauatiye Pr. "; Browns Essence of Ginger
Husbands Maenes,a u, Bro Sns Bronchial Troches,
Railways Ready Re lief, robia@ Horse Eminent
Roberts Horse Powder, Hunts Lii 'ment "olp
Sohnapps aud brakes Plantation Btu, war
ranted genuine and sold ut reduced prices.
We would also call particular attention to his
family medicines, among which the following
preparations have been used for many years.
and can be relied on for their safe and efica-
cous cures: BringhuIsrs Cough Syrup, for
Coughs, Colds aud Asthma, is one Of the best
remedies known for diseases of the Lungs
Bringhursts Dyspeptc Pills. an excellent rene
dy for Dyspepsia, Liver Complaints, &c. Bring
bursts Anti-BlliOus Pills, popular and desI-
rable cure for Bilious Fevers, Jaundce, Costive-
ness, Headaches, &c. Bringhurst's Blackberry
Compound. an invaluable remedy for Cholic,
Cholera Morbus, Darrhea, Gripping Pains, and
Summer Complaints in children. Bringhurst's
Kings Mixture, speedy and eificacious appl.
cation for Pans Bruises Rheumatism, Chill
blains, Frosted Feet &c, and also Bringhurst's
Essence of Jamaica Ginger, the popular medi-
cine for DisOrdered Stomachs, Indigestion, md
Diarrh@a. This preparation of Ginger unlike
those disagreeable aud useless nostrums sold
under the same name, is prepared only from the
genuine bleached Jamaica Ginger
Hasson's Compound Syrup Of Tar, for Coughs,
Colds HOarseuess, Asthma, Sore Throat, and ali
the Affections of the Throat and Lungs, sold for
20 cents per bottle. sep l4.tf.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26
WAR DEPARTMENT,
WASHINGTON CRY,
Der. Goth, 1868.

STATE OF DELAWARE,
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT.,
DOVER, December 4, 1868.
In conformity with the above order, and
to carry the same into effect, recruiting
stations are hereby established at the follow
ing places, to wit
At Wilmington, in New Castle County.
At Smyrna, in Kent County.
At Milford, in Kent County.
AT Georgetown, in Sussex County.
Enlstments will hereafter be opened and
recruiting officers designated to conduct the
same.
By order of his Excellency,
WILLIAM CANNON,
Governor of Delaware.
SAML. M. HARRINGToN, Jr.,
Secretary Of State.
dec, 7.tf
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26

Ar. 81 Salisbury $40
ire to Milford, seaford and
train from Baltimore and
Passengers for Dover NAV
and proceed same evening
Z. Q. sEWALL, Jr.,
Superintendent Del. R.R.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26
Reeister,s Office.

NLW UAalLh COUNTY, Dec, VII, IbU3.
Upon the application Of LEONARD E. WALES, Esq g.,
u Executor Of the last will and testament Of the Hon
JOHN WALES, late Of the city Of Wilmington In said
County deceased II Is ordered and directed by the Re
gster that the Executor aforesaid, give notice Of tue
granting Of Letters Testamentary upon the estate OF the
deceased with the date Of granting thereof by causing
advertisements to be posted within forty days from the
date Of such letters In six Of the most public places OF the
mands against the estate, to present the same,
or abide by an Act Of Assembly in such made and
provided And also the same to be inserted within
the period in the Delaware State journal,
paper published in Wilmington, and to be continued
therein two months
80 Given under the hand aud Seal Of Ohlce Of the
L. g. Register aforesaid, at New CASTLE In New Castle
49, County aforesaid the day and year above written
PETER b. VANDEVER, Register.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26

Passengers from BAltlm
Salisbury, will take evening
spend night at Wilmington
leave Baltimore at LIS p. m
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26
varnishes, Paints and Glass


WE Offer to Dealers Coachmskers and House Painters,
w at the very lowest cash prices the best C1h and
Cabinet Furnishes pure White Lad; French and Aneri-
Zincs Chrome Greens, and Yeows, Drop and Ivory
Blacks, and full assortment ali the liner togrssueh
Vermons, Lakes, Tube Colors So, also, Paint and
Yarntsh Brushes OF the best make.Gazer's Diamonds
and Points Paint Mills; single and double thick Glass
Coach Panters-which we sell cheap if cheaper
than any other house rom The fact that we keep down
M RatL-oge of The fTm-for many years manufac-
tured the FURNISHES, sold by the late G. sehrack. We
feel confident that our Varnishes equal ifnot speri-
them to give eniire satisfaction and represented
he money will be refunded. Give call before pur.
chasing elsewhere. liberal discount made 10 the trade
FELTON, Il RAU,
Nos. 1856 and lss North Fourth streeticorner Cherry
Philadelphia.
Delaware State journal and statesman., 1864-01-26
CITY MATTERS.

WILMINGTON NsTiTUTE-SoIEETIIIo LECTURES.
"A course of at least eight lectures will be de-
livered before the Wilmington Institute as fol-
Taylor, commencing Monday evening, January
4th, at O'Clock, and continuing on the three
successive NJ onday evenings. Four lectures by
Prof. f.. d. Porter, Charles Bullock, Esq, Dr.
Robt. Il. Porter and Ferris Dringhurst on inter-
estng subjects to be announced hereafter. After
these lectures shall have been delivered, it is in
tended to add one or two more if the season is
not too far advanced.
Members not in arrears admitted FaER.