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cast until Cone1esa shat, n,,
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Et:f:s TIE Inpsi5 Il rster inits d, snc owtat TO
hr1rt city dsmanH prices. are vel! n tAtned, Wa
- sass ii 2oa7lGf0r eAh bFl aud u a1sc for fresh
rub, ccpntsd out.
fRUITS-The esrera' m ,1kct continues ss:tya
Grttn mis- good suuply +hut sill heIA 1t
hIghasufes Tried apples 1rs aetlva and nr1n 1tth'
IN opwsfn serdenfy Ihe hlsh price Of sreen.Ao-
ind ether Western statss II tha chat cause. WG
, 1865-07-29

Our party made short visit TO Gold Hill
and Silver City, and were entertained with
great csWtsy and kindness. The Mayor
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
AtlleneuIn.

SECOND NIGHT OF Miss DORA SHAw-CAMILLE
REpEATED.-That the advent of this queen Of
tragedy was not heralded by the press of Cairo,
as her high merit and universally admitted
genius entities her, was owing solely to remiss-
ness, and not to any want of proper respect.
She is an actress of rare excellence and attain
ments, showing the refinement of education,
and the ease and elegance of high culture. a
poetess herself she appreciates the poetry OF
the masters, and her embodiments of character
have that finish as well as depth that can alone
emanate from one of rich gifts embelished by
study and reflection. Her Camille is ac-
knowledged to be the very best on the Amer
lean stage-a wonderful performance-a,ld the
repetition of the drama tonight will afford an
opportunity to those who did not witness it
last evening, of seeing the very best represen-
tation of the character ever presented in
Cairo.
Last evening Mr.. W. J. Fleming made his
first appearance in Cairo, in the character of
sArmand Duval' That he created most
favorable impression, is but faint praise. He
looked and acted the passionate, bewildered
lover to the life. Such an accession to the
company fills large hiatus, and so strengthens
it that the production Of pieces will be much
more acceptable than in the past, and its
capacity to put more attractive pieces upon
the stage, may reasonably look for a cores
ponding liberality on the part Of the public.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

IN TowS.-Major- General John A. Logan
arrived in the city last evening and is now stop
ping at the st. Charles Hotel, where he is re-
ceiving calls from his numerous friends. There
are but few men in the Union who have made
more enviable regulations during the late war
than Gen. Logan. Aside from Generals Grant
and Sherman none stand higher in the estima-
ton of the loyal masses than Gen. John A.
Logan
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

RESPONSIBLE INSURANCE CoMPANlEs-We
can imagine nothing so important, touching
mans worldly interests, as Insurance. When
one he's property swept off as with breath,
it is source Of congratulation to the nnfor-
tunate as he sees his buildings or goods in the
embrace of the flames, that they are insured,
and at least reasonable per centage of his loss
will be returned to him. On the contrary, if
4 man falls financial victim to the Fire King
feits even the sympathy of his friends as his
neglect to insure indicates either penurious
disposition highly censurable, or a want Of
business tact and ability. On the other hand,
if he is insured in an irresponsible company his
hopeslare crushed and the premium money paid,
worse than wasted.
4 few days since we published an article
setting forth the status Of the Old Illinois Mu-
tual, which lost heavily by the late fires, and
paid up promptly. But Cairo has two compa-
MES which stand high in the confidence of the
people, aud have a claim upon local patronage
which all should acknowledge
The ''Nalley Insurance Company, of Cairo
has paid up capital of 500, 900, and officers
whose business and financial standing is alike
honorable and cnviable. It's every loss has
been promptly and honorably liquidated. The
local agents, Stafford Morris, are also agents
for the famous Ktna, and nearly a score of
other first class companies in which they stand
prepared to insure everything, from a steam
boat to the smallest amount of household fur.
niture.
The Southern Illinois Insurance Company
has a cash capital of $500. 900, and is also well
Differed. 1t agents are Halves & Brockway,
whose Office is in Egyptian Block.
Reader, if you wish to insure, patronize first
our local companies.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
ARRIVALS AND DEPARTURES o.
MAILS.

ILLINOIS CENTRAL r. r.
Arrive $50 A. NJ. and $40 PM. Depart AN. and
II NJ Mails close at 1880 An. and 1920 Pm.
CAIRO AND EVANSVILLE, PER RIVER.
Arrive P NJ. Sundays Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fri
days. Mails close same days at z. NJ.
CAIRO LOUIS, PER RIVER.
Arrive 6 PM. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Mails
close 1880 7. NJ. Tuesdays and Fridays.
CAIRO TO CHARLESTON, MO.
Arrive II NJ Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays.
Mails close at P. NJ. same days.
CAIRO NEW ORLEANS, A.
Mails close at M. alternate days. commencing Oc-
tober I'd. Should arrive same days. oct11
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

H- Having retired from the dry goods bust,
ness and bought out the firm of Thos F. Glib.
son g. Co., Ill Ohio Levee, and embarked in
the drug business. intend to keep large and
well assorted stock of drugs, medicines, chem
icals patent medicines, notions, brushes, per-
fumery, hair oils, cutlery, &C., &c. Every
thing kept in first class Drug store will be
kept on hand. Having made arrangements
with first class Importing and Manufacturing
firms of the East, will be constantly in receipt
of Fresh Goods. 1 also call the attention of
the Physicians and public generally to my
Prescriptive Desk, where l have procured the
services of Mr.. John S. Gay, who is an expe-
rienced Druggist and Chemist. Mr.. Gay will
have full control of this part Of the business,
and Physicians and the people generally can
rely upon having their Prescriptions neatly and
car efully compounded.
With many thanks for past patronage l So
licit a continuance of the same in my present
business from my friends generally.
ectl4-tf HENRY ELLIOTT.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

SIDEWALKS. -Sidewalks are being built
upon several of the cross-strsets in our CEN
trail district. We hope this will not cease until
all cross streets are planked. One great diff
Guilty, however, is want Of lumber, as suf6-
Gent cannot be obtained to keep the men busy
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

UNCALLED For Observation-Disclosures are
III the Office here for the following named per-
SOFAS c. c. Lane, VIM. Hunter, Peter .Saup,
D. J. Whitney. John B. Bean, Capt. Shirley
VIM. Y. SpeZeart,
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

THANks.-We are indebted to Capt. Par
ker and Messrs. Custar and Mason for import
ant fayors. They will please accept our
thanks therefor
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE.-By refer
ence to our advertising columns it will be seen
that Mr. S. B. Hallid9 has for sale number
ofvaluable lots in various parts Of the city. A
city property. .- ..-
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Police Court Three or four simple DRINKS
were docketed by Squire Bress on yesterday.
''Only this and nothing more.''
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

FIRST TRIP.-The Tennessee had a large
trip of passengers last night on her first out
ward passage, and liberal freight list.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

INA NEW ROLF Our friend Mason Of the l.
c. r. R., in connection with his other duties
now ofieiates as night clerk of the steamer
Tyrone, vide Jno. 4. Triplett.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

WEATHER -Yesterday the heavens poured
upon Cairo the entire day, and shed upon pc
destrians gentle, though chilling rain. We
can't say that we enjoyed it.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

AT His Posr.-Our river reporter, Mr.. Nc
Gee, returned yesterday morning, and is again
in the harness. and his department will once
more assume its wonted interest. Others be-
sides ourself will rejoice at this intelligence.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

For RENT.-A. two story dwelling house on
14th street is advertised 20 rent by H. H.
Candee.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

For SALE.-Bo6nger, Romans & Co. adver-
tise bale rope and bagging for sale on consign-
ment. .
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

500 REwARD-The above reward will be
paid any one giving information which will
lead to the detection and arrest of the person
who set Cantur bury Hall on fire, on the even.
ing of Wednesday the 18th inst
EDWARD murray. Louisiana Hotel.
Cairo, Oct. l6, 1865. ct.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Nor1cE.-A grand ball ana supper, for the
benefit of the German School, to be holden on
Monday next. Oct. %, at John Scheers Hall
instead ofLehning's building, the latter not be.
ing finished. THE COMMITTEE.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18


Wereport another good week business branches
In leading staple COTTON the receipts have
fallen off since last week account of the very
stage of the rivers The sales of the week have been
much larger than those of the week previous adj
vance of &c. and upwards per pound In the produce
market there has been very little wholesale, though
very good retail business done during the week at
advance in every article except hay and cement, Of
which the market is overstocke ed and prices about
the In all other articles the stock is very fight
and command full prices. The health of the city
tinues very good Times.
Building materials have declined to reasonable prices
in Mobile. Bricks quoted alb sl2@l5. Lumber at
$50 for seasoned CYPRESS and s35 for flooring These
much less prices than ruling in market.
Flooring is quoted at S5O055 per thousand. If build
ing materials could be at lower rates decline
at least 25033s per cent. in MARKET there would
be agement for building. Vacant lots of
ground selling for almost nothing compared
they would be worth with few hundred dollars laid
them in the way of cottage tenements. It is good
time for those intending to become residents
to homestead. There will not be any more
taxes assessed for negro schools.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
OUR CIRCULATION.

The Cairo Daily TIMES hassa larger circulation in
this city and county than any other paper published
By virtue of its circulation in the city, and in accord
with the law Of Congress requiring the 'Letter
List to be published in the paper having the largest
circulation within the range of the local Postoce the
TINES has been awarded the printing of the Post-oce
Department as the following communication will evil
dence
Posr OFFICE, CAIRO, July 10, 1865.
To r. L. GoodaH, ESQ.,, Editor and Publisher Of
the Cairo Daily Times"
SIR,-Your paper has again been selected in vMch to
publish " List" of this Office the ground
having larger circulation than any other paper
within the delivery of the Cairo Post Office You are
authorized to continue the publication of said Letter
List heretofore terms and conditions as spec
flied in the Post Office law and Instructions.
Respectfully,
J. C. SLOO Postmaster.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

OLD Folks CoNCERT.-We understand that
some of our citizens are preparing TO give an
''Old Folks Concert for the benefit of the
poor of the city. The singers are said to en-
brace the best musical talent of the city. We
hope the enterprise will be successful.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
FOR ALDERMAN
FOR ALDERMAN,
FOR COUNTY TREASVRrR

We are authorized to announce N. HUNSAKER as a
candidate for reelection to the Office of County Treasurer
of Alexander county, at the ensuing November election
sept22-dte
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

PERsoNAL.-Capt. Lee, Of the steamer .Io-
mas PoaceN, left on yesterday for Ohio, there to
spend a few days in the society of his old
friends, or until the stage of water in the Ten
nessee river will warrant the PoaceU resuming
her regular trips.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
4 CARD TO THE PUBLIC.

Having been entrusted by Mr. GooDALL with the re-
sponsbe position of Agent for the city circulation of the
TINES, have already to extend my warm appreciation
of the kindness have met At every step friends have
sprung fol tn where but expected strangers and the
right hand Of fellowship has been extended where neg
ect GOODNESS only anticipated for this am truly
grateful, and proud to make Cairo my home Where 1
have sacrificed there do expect to make more
and bend energies to her Advancement the end
her becoming the second if the first city of the Uni
ted States.
Your generous subscription to the TINES showing your
forth by the Publisher make first class paper
your confidence and support gratifying in the extreme
It's future ID indeed bright while your subscriptions pour
in rapidly to swell the tide of circulation The price
hereafter will be only 25 per week 81 per month";
or $40 per annum.
Subscribers rely upon having the TIMES left at
their homesno matter where situated-in the city lin
is, before o'clock, each ulorning-Mondays excepted
Having noticed the difficulties the newsboys have to
end proper place to leave the paper that the sub
scrber may surely get it clean and bright to read by
heir nice coffee and rudy well buttered toast it
is respectfully suggested that place provided box or
otherwise wherein to leave it and finally the subscrp
collectors gratitude to find the money ready for him. as
he calls on Saturday or Monday of each week = =
Hoping to meet like reception from citizens of the
uncanvassed districts that fatteringly extended
by the Fourth Ward, hopefully and respectfully con-
clude. [Oct1odtf PENROsE CHAPMAN
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

To ADvERrIsERs-For dollar you can advertise .
square in the DAILY TIMES for three days.
NoTIcE-P Chapman has been engaged by the Pro-
preor of this paper manager supervisor and general
agent of the city subscription list of the TxEs, and
fully authorised and empowered to receive subscriptions
and give receipts for money paid therefor.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COUNTY CONSTABLE.

COUNTY CONSTABLE.
EDITOR TINES PLEASE announce the name of JOHN
II. ROBINSON as an Independent candidate for County
Constable in the South Cairo Precinct and oblige
MANY CITIZENS.
FOR ALDERMAN.
EDITOR TIMES - Please announce the name Of PAT
RICK SMITH candidate for Alderman of the 4th
Ward.
FOR ALDERMAN.
EDITOR TINES Please he of LAUGH
LIN DOYLE candidate for Alderman of the Sd
Ward at the next election.
FOR ALDERMAN.
EDITOR TINES You will please announce the Eame
of David J. Baker, Jr, candidate for Alderman In
the Second Ward, and oblige MANY CITIZENS.
Oct6-dtf
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

He respectfully socits trial.
sept18-dt&dtf JOE ". REYNOLDS,
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
NEW GOODS! NEW GOODS

Do you want the best and cheapest Boots and Shoes
If So give us call. We have just received large and
drens Boots, Shoes Caters Bal Slippers of every
riety, and
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

From the following it will be perceived there is good
demand for Western produce in Mobile accounts
the large shipments which daily going forward
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
Latest Styles.

Also the Patent Boot Rubber See-the most durable
waterproof Boot in use.
We have constantly on hand the latest styles If
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
HITS .H.VeD C.RPS

OF every variety besides Hosiery, Umbrellas etc., ETC.
which offer at the lowest cash prices.
Thanking the public for their liberal patronage, We
hope to secure it in the future, by keeping the
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18
LOST.
MISCELLANEOUS.

w ANTED-$55 Month-Agents wanted that can
w earn from $5s to 800 a month and all expenses
paid For full particulars address, with stamp E. f.
LOCKWOOD, Detroit, Michigan.
WANTED-$75 per month and all expenses paid to
w Sewing Machine Agents. Address q. e. HER
RINGTON Co., Detroit.
Cairo evening times. [volume] (Cairo, Ill.) 1865-1866, 1865-10-18

Receipts per Ill. Central railroad.
lSnce last report r
ITO tons hay 10 coal. % brick 81 bbls apples
$50 bush and O95 SKIS oats, BIS lbs butter - 20
lbs sugar. 5000 feet lumber. IS bbls eggs 6S2 bushe
potatoes.
The Portland daily press., 1865-02-23


The Atlantic Monthly for February tells of
a somewhat rustic heir to one of the fortu-
mates of the oil region, whose income is seve-
raj thousands day, who concluded to see the
wonders of the East. After driving and lux
uriating to his hearts content in Philadelphia
and making present Of a fine span Of horses
to a livery man who had treated him well, he
proceeded to New York.
One of his first calls there was on Ball &
Black. uassW ai3 aa 81 s9-
"Have you any diamond rings % .as
"Yes," and showed him one of two hundred
dollars value.
"Pretty," said Petroleum; "haven't you any
hnerp" 81
eyes, here is one at five hundred dollars"
"That's better-that shines; but is this the
highest priced one you have?"
The clerk looked amazed and suspicious,
but brought another at two thousand dollars.
. "Ohp said Petroleum, sthat's brilliant
that suits better. I like that. But ant there
anything more stylish yet?" PIG = 81
The clerk, dumbfounded, displayed the six
thousand dollar diamond ring, the most valu-
able in the store, and his customer, exhibiting
great wonder and Joy in examining it, asked
aNow han't you anything higher, better ?"
"Nor' said the clerk, f'that's the best in the
country" never dreaming the fellow could
buy it. ~ q
"Well," said Petroleum, "I'll take that, and
handed over the six thousand dollars. -
The Portland daily press., 1865-02-23
What . Ons-Legged Man can do.

A young man named Crockett, who lost a
leg above the knee, on the Boston and Maine
Railroad, when child, can perform feats,
with one foot, that few If any lads of his age
in this neighborhood can perform with two
feet. He can swim like duck; he can run as
fast as the fastest, bounding on like deer;
and his skating is marvellous. dozen lads
may start with him on the ice, but he is sure
TO come out ahead. Nor is it in straight
course alone that he shows his speed; with a
crutch in one hand and a skate upon the foot
he will defy them to catch him, and dodge as
nimbly as cat. We doubt II there is boy
that can jump higher; He VIII leap fence as
high as his head, and surprises his associates
by standing back TO afence that will come to
his shoulders turning a somerset and coming
down right end up on the other side. II is
very doubtful. had the two legs remained to
him, if he would ever have developed so much
spring and activity. He has made up in
training what he lost by accident. INewbu-
ryport Herald. E4 SON. AZ