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Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

many more such happy ana exceeolngy
appropriate reunions.
ELECTION Or DnEcroRs.-The Stockhold-
ers Of the First National Bank Of Daven-
port, held their annual election Of officers,
as provided by law, At the Office ofthe First
National Bank yesterday afternoon, with
the following result:
Prestdent-Austin Corbin.
Vice President-Royal L. Mack.
Cdshier-lra NJ Clifford.
Austin Corbin, Geo. II. French,
ThOs. Scott, John Schmidt,
Jas. Armstrong, j. Z. Stevenson,
J. J. Burtis, X. L. Mack,
II. R. Claussen.
The Board, it will be seen, is precisely
the same As that Of last year, which is good
evidence that the stock kholders are too well
satisfied with the labors Of the old board to
call for any change.
The committee appointed to examine the
books and papers Of the institution. report
satisfactorily on all points, and speak in
highest praise Of the careful and judcious
management Of the managing minds Of the
concern.
The First National Bank enters upon the
new year with every prospect Of successful
years business. It's management has in
spired perfect confidence among all classes
Of men, and its list Of patrons, though now
very large, is constantly increasing.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS or THE DAVENPORT
SAVINGS BANK.-Thc last annual election
of officers of tae Davenport Savings Bank
was held at the Office of the First National
Bank yesterday afternoon. The result was
as follows:
President-David S. True,
| Vice Pres.-Edwn Smith,
,Secrstary-John P. Van Pattcn,
zreasursr-Ira NJ. Clifford.
BOARD or CONTROL:
David s. True, Edwin Smith,
John p. Van Patten, Adam Green,
John L. Davies, 0. II. Watson,
August Warnebold, w. H. Decker,
| w. W. Parker.
The Board, it will seen, has been reduced
from nineteen to nine, as previously deter
mined by the stockholders, the better wa,
to secure a quorum for the transaction 0
business.
The bank has been in operation te,
months and has been very prosperous in it
operations. The business of the bank fo
the time mentioned exceeded the sum o
ninety thousand dollars. Its capital stool
is now increased from $4,000 to $3.50,
900 for reasons hitherto sct forth in thes'
columns. It is perfectly healthy and pros
porous in respect, and is entitled to, as j
certainly enjoys, the most perfect con6denc
of the public.
Rock ISLAND COUNTr.-The followin;
figures show the valuation Of the Real ant
Personal property Of the county Of Rocl
Island, by townships and the amount of ia,
Iav;od fnr tho wear 1864.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

New York Markets.
NEW Yoxx, Jan. II.
Corfov-Quiet at / go for middng.
FLouR-Dull. I'll. .20@l1.25 Il. h. o., Sl1.l2
oil 90 extra state.
wnEAr--Dul and dropping at $50 for Winter
Red Western 254 Amber.
RYR-Active at 1.73
CoRN-Firm at ]. 90 for Mixed Western.
Oars &C better. 1.o6@l08 for Western.
PoRK--Dull ut 43.0o@43.25 for mess,
4.0oo@42. so for one year old, and 35.5o@3s.co
for prime.
Bxe1-Steady.
Cur rMRArs--Unchanged.
LAnD-Dull and heavy, at So1%@M]5.
WnIsxEY-Dull and declining, at 2.25@2.25I
for Western.
SuGAR-Firm at 1ssl6oo. .
PETRoLEuA-Dull al a4a95 free refined.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

WHOLESALE CLOTHING uousE.-Country
merchants will find very large and supe'
rior stock Of ready made clothing at Mas
Il Mayors, No. II West I'd st. They sci
very low. You will save money by pur
chasing your stock Of them.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

WHo MADE YOUR Doors John Haley, Of
course. John has shop on the corner of
Fifth and Brady streets, and he is particu-
larly famous for the splendid, easy fitting
and long enduring fine boots he turns out
Gentlemen who delight in wearing boots
that are boots-the best the country affords
should always leave their orders at John
TIaley'S
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

uouse Lots. Store Lots. Warehouse Lots, Factory
Lots.
store Lots for sale.
No. ~. One on 4ih ST., just east Of Brady st.
No. as -Four on 4th 81, near Railroad bridge.
Houses for Sale.
No. 10. In Moline. H. n two-story brick dwell
ing house, with lot 50 by 100 feet cor. lynde and
Ann Sts The house is in good condition. IS now
rented; possession given IN 80 days. tThe house.
cost 81. .5oo) Price of house and lot & 500 one
third cash balance on long time at low interest
NJ. 36 brick dwelling house on Ed ST. ;
n 500: $500 cash, rest on time at per cent.
nv Geo. $. G. Dow, Esq. being the dwelling house
and three full lots, fronting south upon oth 81
corner Of Farnum street This house IS IN per
ns snrs sfr. r.sa sn s
a. tasteful and complete. The view from tins
nluce is unsurpassed. Terms easy.
No. 3s Brick house and lots, southeast cor
ser of sth and Main SITS, known as Thorington es-
tate $50 Il front each st. Price 5000. " may
rearn;n for term ofyears at low rate OF interst
No q Frame house south side Sd street, one
mile west of Brady street price, Z 500 Iwo'
thirds may remain on mortgage at SIX per cent.
Farms Wanted.
We want 10 purchase improved farms from 80
TO 100 acres each.
Farms for Sale.
No IS. Eighty acre farm, ! mile from the
CIV limits on the west Aliens Grove road, all
Andcr tine cultivation and fence with good dwell
ing and ont buildings we'll watered fruit orch
ard, etc. 4 usry d,sira5le piacs. Price $4,000
& 900 cash, balance on time to suit.
No rs. IS acre farm on the Iowa City tLocus'
street road 8 miles from the city, all under new
fence, half under cultivation, balance pasture
and timber land Good two story II ame dwell
sng. with necessary out buildings, etc. Price
e3, 900 cash.
No. &C. Farm of ss acres on River road be
tween Princeton aud leclaire large orchard
twelling. barn and out houses. Price 1000
u cash balencc rnic 10 SUIT.
o. "a One l6e acre farm in Ceona Townshi,
,hn,. 8 miles north of Fulton and Durant sta
.;ors o I the VI. h ". Railroad, all improved ant
nnder fen ct and with good house and barn ; 81
per acre.
ne above, with like in movements. go PEI
acre.
No. 81 lao ceres unimprove.' land near Du
Pant. at Slo per acre u cash, 4'siance IN NV
years at ton per cent.
200 acres in Linn County, go imp "red ant
ander fence.) Price $1,000, n cash.
400 acres in Iowa county ut S5 per acre.
1850 acres in Sioux county at 81 per acre.
1910 acres in Clay county at 81 per acre
poo acres in Hancock county at 81 per acre.
1000 acres in Winnebago Co. at 81 per acre.
5000 acres at 81. % per acre.
5000 acres ats 200 per acre.
S2o acres in Tama county.
100 acres id Story county.
400 acres in Grundy county at 81 per acre.
500 acres in Butler county at 81 81 per acre
1000 acres in Mower CO., MINI, at 3 30 per acre
640 acres in Houston County at a. - per acre,
900 acres Of tdud IN this (.ScotI county at Is
or acre, -
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

Closed Wildman's Theatre, at Rock
Island, closes tonight The company breaks
up scattering in all directions. Mr.. Wild
man and wife go to Springfield, ILL.,, to fill
IN engagement there.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

Scorr DIVISION No. l, Sons of Temper
ance, will meet every Friday evening at
o'clock, in their hall, over the State Bank,
corner Third and Brady SITS. jano dw1y
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11
The Fourth Ward viii BE- Drafted.

The Fourth Ward will be Drafted,
Unless the citizens respond more promptly
and more liberally than they are at pr, sent
tloing. Much work remains to be done and
much more money is neeled, and it must be
paid at once.
The committee are in session at their
room, corner of Brady street, erery day
and erery night, and citizens should not
wait to be called upon, but should come up
to the room and pay in tleir subscriptions.
1t is for you, citizens of the Fourth Ward,
that your committee are giving their labor
and time, without profit. Will you not at
least do your duty by coming forward to.
day?
Every dollar paid now is worth two at .
late day.
We cannot save our ward from draft
unless we act like men, earnestly, promptly,
literally
RoBERr KRAusE, W. F. Ross,
O1~ro KrIc J. 4. RrID
l. THOMAS +. RUSSELL, THos Nice CrLLouaH,
e s SrRrEpER. RICHARD B. HILL.
Juux I.IILs. HENRY HAAK.
GEORGE Z. WooD.
jan1 Tdtf
THIRD WARD no THE RESCUE ALI Ii
ABLE TO DRAFT, TAKE NoTIcE-Come to
the Court House this evening at Il o'clock.
We must have more money to clear the Ward
| from draft.
| A full attendance Of such as are prepared
| to nav cash dozen is the only thing to save It
| from draft.
GEO. r. FRENCH,
8. f. SMITH, Committee.
CHR. KAuFMANN,
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11
DAVENPORT, IOWA. WEDNESDAY,, JANUARY Ii, 1865.

A SIGNIFICANT FAcr.-The whole Of the
tirst stock Of 'Lubin's Hair Dressing Flori-
line imported BY Nsssrs. Drake 1 Childs,
lOl Liberty street, has been engaged be-
lore delivery, and these gentlemen have du-
plicated their order to the Parisian Perfum-
er. It is the finest Hair preparation in the
world, aud Mill unquestionably meet with =
rapid sale in the country.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

ARrurR's HONE MAGAzISE.-The Febru.
ary number Of this highly meritorious pub
lication is at hand and furnishes ample evil
dcnce that there has been no lack Of talent
and energy displayed in making it accepta
BILE to the public. Call for it at the news
Depots. Every lady should be = subscriber
tn the Home Magazine,
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

CHRlsrExED--At the recent Bridge Cele-
bration At Clinton, Iowa, Gen. Baker, tax
ing stand upon the centre pier, poured q
bottle Of wine into the river, and christened
the structure the 'sClinton Bridge and -
such will It hereafter be known.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

Attention Fourth Ward!
Ecery Citizen nho has not SuDseri1ed to
the Bounty fund ofShe Fourth Ward, is re
quested to meet the Committee in the front
Office No. East Second street, corner Of
Brady. where they will be in session every
day until fund is raised sufficient to mi
the quota, or until it is decided to use the
fund raised for the protection Of the subscri-
bers.
For the Committee. r. KRAusE, Oh.
iav9 diff.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11
DAILY DEMOCRAT.

- ~ Perr1vofx Co.. No. 81 Park Row, Nsw York
and State ee Boston, agents In those cities
and are authorised take and subseSp-
tions for ua as lowest rates.
G. n. 6csIvss, % DeaSi,ofh street, Chicago. ee'
shorised 10 receive Advertisements for this paper.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11
COM N E r C0AL.
Chicago Markets.

NWHCuRO N1NTACGSe
Chicago, Jan. II.
Wheat, No. l, sl.e7 No. 2, l.c6.
Oats, 65iac.
Corn, s3@s5c.
Dressed hogs &c lower.
Barley nominal
Gold, 1928.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

DR.. FEgEARD, the celebrated Spanish
Physician, is at his Office, on Main street,
Davenport. sp6-d&wt.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

n, N. 1oth inst. in LeClaire, by the Rev. !.
~ v1 r...r -. ~" NJ. los. n. HAWTHO4If al
HirS0Cz RAIlD0, bsth IT that plaes.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

May the Old Settlers long live to enjoy
many more such happy and exceedingly
appropriate reunions.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

Davenport Markets.
OprIcs OF THE DAVENPORT DsMocRAf,
Wednesday evening, Jan. Is. 1865.
FLouR.-Retail a., 90 bbl.; $3.50 paper sacks,
$3.50 bulk; Wholesale $3.50 bbl.; paper sacks
$S.4o; $500 bulk.
WHEAr.-No. J, well cleaned. round and plump
Club, Tea and Galcna, $l.35; No. 2, all sound
not clean enough for No. !, Sl.oo Chicago Ex-
ira $1.fo
CogS.--No. l. sound, plump and dry, Soc.
0Ars.-No. !, clean and sound, 0Sc.
BARLEY.-$ll0.Ml.l5
Hoes.-Lve, ssM9 dressed, $1l @l2.,5
PorAToHs.-G5MS So.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

New York Stock.
New York. Jan. II.
Gold opened at 2.22, and closed a. 223
Stocks higher and strong.
Money active. Sterling quiet at 91s.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

BUSINESS EDrcArroN.-To procure thor
ough knowledge Of book keeping and get a
thorough practical business education, at
tend Pratt's Commercial College, corner OF
9Th and Brady. Every farility afforded at
reasonable rates. Reduced rates to disa..
bled soldiers. nv7-d&w1y
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

SKATES SKKATEs THE best style Of
skates for both ladies' and gentlemen can be
found in large supply at Davenport's hard.
ware store, Brady street, next door to Burr .
grocery store. Every skater who wishes to
excel in that particular line, should purchase
their skates at Davcnport's.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

WHAT OF .Ir?-Supposing 1T Meyer does
sell clothing and make up splendid suits for
less money than any other man in the bust
ness--it is his own lookout. If he sells
those choice cassimcrcs for less than he can
buy them for. let him 60 ahead. The pub
lie can stand it il he can. Call at the cloth
ing house on Cd street 1st door below the
National Bank
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

Rock ISLAND CoUNTr.-The following
figures show the valuation Of the Real and
Personal property Of the county Of Rock
Island, by townships and the amount of tax
levied for the year 1864:
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11
NETWORKS ADDITION,
Commonly known as "Ie Claire's Patch,')
IS NOW LAID OFF INTO LOTS OF
ALL PRICES, AND THEY ARE READY
FOR SALE ON VERY EASY TERMS
AND LOW PRICES.

uouse Lots. Store Lots. Warehouse Lots, Factory
Lots
store lots for sale.
No A. One on 4th ST, just east Of Brady ST.
No AZ Four on 4th 81, near Railroad bridge.
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11


from Vicksburg to Savannah, they have
left their dead on every battlefield and
made record 80 bright, that there is no
higher honor than to be called an Iooa
soldier.
Responded to by A. Sanders.
Pione.r Settlers Association-the memory
Of it's .arst President, Antoine lie Claire.
.2con Conn ty-the Weathersfeld Of the
West; may her onions continue to grow
until she challenges the world in their
production.
Responded to by J. McCosh.
Hon. John +. Dillon offered the follow
ing. which was unanimously adopted:
Resolred, That the ample accommoda'
tions. the splendid supper and the unfail-
ing kindness of Messrs. Davis & Sons. the
proprietors of the Pennsylvania House, have
much contributed to the pleasure Of the
festival. and we do tender to them our most
cordial thanks.
Rssolced, That the thanks Of the associa'
ton are heartily given to Mr.. and Mrs. Du.
mont, Mrs. T. Brockett, Mr.. and Mrs. Sta
them, and Mr.. G. Plehn, Of the Glee Club
for the taste evinced IN the selection, and
the skill displayed in the rendering Of the
excellent songs with which we have beer
favored and delighted this evening.
The Old Settlers then interested them
selves for an hour or SO in friendly inter
course, sociable chat, renewal Of old &c
duaintance, etc., and at eleven o'clock tn
party Joined once more in Aud Liant
Syne," Is the closing exercise, after which
d in good old fashioned style, the meeting
broke up early and the old folks sough
their homes, AL highly delighted with thei
eighth annual gathering, which III agree'
was the most intssssting of any that b
Daily Davenport Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1864-1874, 1865-01-11

SEQ CUR Column or AAve
t1Soments, Embracinx ofSer
Property, A Gazette.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19
Farm for Sale

THE SUBSCRIBER offers for sale his
farm situated IA miles west of New Or
sgon village and between 2 and miles
south of Howard Center which is unsurpass-
ed in the country for stock and grain raising.
1t comprises l54 acres of which "A acres
IS fenced 80 acres broke, a pasture of 7
acres and an orchard, anevcr falling stream
OF water runs through the south end of the
farm, good house and barn &C., also 25
acres OF wood land will be sold with the
above: For terms apply to.
ALEX. MARSHALL,
Paris Howard County.
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19
SITE 1d1,h;.1 or E,,o,., dowA' }s.s.

H0WHfu IOuHty.
BY virtue Of u special execution issued out
of tho Office Of the Clerk of the District
Court OF Howard Countv Iowa at the suit Of
John Hogdon administrator Of tho estate oi
Cha's u. Lowell, plaintiff, against VIM Y
Lowell and John T. Lowell defendants to me
directed commanding me that Of the prem
iges hereinafter described cause to be made
the sum Of eight thousand five hundred
dollars and five ceats damages, and interest
thereon at the rate of ten percent per
annum froaa the 255h day Of October
1864 until paid, and six dollars and thirty
five cents costs Of suit, together with costs
since accruing to satisfy Judgment and
decree of foreclosure upon the following
described premises. which the said plaintis
recovered in said District Court against the
said defendants oa the 25th day Of October
1864. | shall expose for sale to the highest
and best bidder for cash at the front door Of
the court house in the town of Vernon
Springs Howard county Iowa On Tuesday
the 18Th day Of June 1865 at the hour of two
o'clock p NJ. Of said day the premises des-
crihed as follows to Wit
The South West quarter Of Section tent 1e)
in township ninety-seven (97) north OF
Range twelye(12 q west and also the South
West quarter of Section twenty -nine(29) in
township ninety -eight(9S) North Of Range
thirteen(l3) West Of the 5th p. NJ
When and where due attendance will be
given by the undersigned
PIT. SEARLES,
Sheriff Of said County.
By JAMES NICHOLS, Depty. [ns6y6t4
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19

s)tOL. J. L. FOSTER, having been op-
" pointed Agent OF The North Weete' n
Claim Agency at hicaGo, offers his seryiscs
te his "BREJHERN IN ARMS,' and to
the widows If Deceased Soldiers and heirs
Of such persons as may have died in the ser
wise OF the Government to procure Back
Pay, Bountics and other Claims against the
Government.
THE NORTH w ES TERN Claim Agency
is under the sperintcndence OF Hon L. Ii.
Talbot; formerly Of this State, and for to"r
years examiner Of Claims in the Per- n
Bureau at arWashinGton, and his fNnli l2r'y
with the manner Of conducting the bus'1o%*
of that Department. will ensure E1ors
Specify AdjustmeM OF claims than can he
secured by mere Iosa! agents or Washington
Department laim Sha Ks.
The NORTH WESTERN Claim AgeToy
Makes no charges unless the claim entrusted
to its care is Paid. Charges Satisfactory.
Vernon Springs Iowa. J. L. FOSTER.
v6n23) Agent
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19

Being 2 500 acres in Chiekasaw and
$50 acres in Howard County, Iowa. which
will be sold for cash or part on credit
These lands are mostly in large tracts
and well adapted for either stock or grain
farms, For terms,
Apply to GEO W. JONES, Dubuque, Iowa.
W.R. MEAD. New Oregon,
n16vs1 G.S G. SCOTT MeGregor; 81
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19
HOWARD ASSOCIATION
PHILADELPHIA. Pa.

PHlLApELpHIA; Pa.
DISEASES the Neruous Seminal, Urinary
= and Serual Systems-new and reliable
treatment-in Reports of the HOWARD
ASSOClATION-Sent by mail in sealed let
ter envelopes. free of charge. Address, DR..
J.ShlLLlN HOUGHTON, Howard Associ-
q alton, No. South Ninth Street. Philadel-
phia, Pa. (nl2y5v1
New Oregon plaindealer. (New Oregon, Iowa) 1859-1866, 1865-05-19
New Oregon Plain Dealer
TH RMS

Published every Friday at the Plain Dealer printing
ro,m,, Main Street, New Orsson Howard County, Iowa
Daily State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1861-1865, 1865-07-29
OFFIcE-South side Public Square, Corins-
ton, Indiana

rENHE Company holds by lease. and in fee, sbon
il twenty thousand OF The most select Goa
lands In Western Indiana, bordering both sides Of the
Wabash river. Maps Of these lands may be the
office Of the Company, in Covngton Ind At the office Of
VIM. Dale, No. Is Park Place. N City, at the Office OF
Hon. j. X. Coroth, Huntington, Indiana, and at the
Office Of Roach Mcdonald, Indianapolis.
A reference to the report OF the Hon. David Dale
Owen, late State Geologist will show that these lands
situate in the midst OF the finest coal fields Of the
State Astounding also in salt. iron and other valuable
mineral substances.
Near the mouth of Coal Creek where the Company has
large quantities OF lands sst water has been discovered
equal in quality TO the Ranawha. This water was pro-
cured 35 years by boring, after. the On
ondaga salt finding its way down the wabash and Erie
Canal Mr.. Thomas the proprietor, finding himself IN
able to compete with it, abandoned the manufacture In
his boring he encountered that which recently dis
closed facts prove TO have been coal oil
Those lands all lie In close prox nifty TO the Wabash
and Erie Canal, some of them upon its banks.
Mr.. John McManomy, the business agent Of the com
pany las returned from tour OF observation OF the oil
regions OF convinced that the lands leased
by the company in Fountain and Parke counties, has,
far the general formation Of the country and the
surface Indications present themselves, stong analogy
In the oil and mineral substances found French
Greek, Pennsylvania where the greatest quantity and
the most valuable oil is found Mr.. hchanomy has pur
chased for the company the most approved machinery,
with all the fixtures necessary for operation, and is pre-
pairing with experiences workmen the speedy develop
Of the hidden Of the lands OF the company
All the incces Of coal oil, found In localities where IL
has been procured strongly marked in various To-
calties of the lands OF the Company afordIng every
rational prospect of Tie company thinks II
necessary 10 make any other reference 10 the character
Of the lands other than the report and referred to-
tl00 900 Of the stock being 1000 shares proposed
by the Company to be offered In the market at half
It's par value being s25 per share, for the purpose Of
aiding the Company in speedy development Of tho
lands apr25-dAwif