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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-12-12
VOL. MEMPHIS. TENNESSEE. WEDNESDAY EVENING DEC

would very much like to learn to play the
piano. How shall / obtain a teacher
| think gentleman teacher is by far the
best. As | cannot afford to pay much
for learning, can you inform me how to
obtain one? / can have the use of u
friends piano to practice on. q
Answer-It is our private opinion that
your husband would slightly object to a
male instructor, especially if he we're
young as well as good looking; and we
fancy that you would not be inclined to
consider any other an eligible person.
If you possessed sufficient share of
discretion, madam, you would not solicit
your husband to permit you to employ
any but female teacher, nor would you
even insinuate that you are weak enough
to indulge in what is, under the circum-
stances, such an equivocal preference.
To be frank with you, since you seem
to consider our advice of some interest,
it is our conviction that young mar
ried woman whose husband has no money
to spare for superauous luxuries, always
acts wise part when she devotes her
time and her energies to rendering his
condition in life comfortable, and to prac-
ticing that economy in all things without
which such condition of comfort can
never be secured. After marriage,
the piano is an accomplishment of no
importance to woman whose sphere of
life is not one of moneyed ease and in
dolence. Such wife has graver things
to occupy her serious attention. If she
loves her husband sincerely, she will take
r. III. - L.. ax.1
his apparel-she will take far more de-
light in seeing him. go out, in fact, with a
neat and tidy appearance, owing to
her industry-than in throwing away her
time land perhaps her morals) with a
gentleman who proposes to teach her the
use of piano-if not considerably more
than that before she has done with him.
If your husband does not see il in this
light, why he deserves what is in store
for both of you, domestic unhappiness.
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:ASSETS. lilly / lS66. !.
Loss by Portland Fire, July 4th.

V,HE total amount covered by the Rtna Poll
L eies on property destroyed or damaged is
500, 1854. on which salvage will be about five
per cent. Our total loss will not vary much
from 100000, and was promIsly adjusted and
paid. This sum is i've per cent. upon the Com
panys assets. a figure but slightly exceeding
our Government and State taxes paid last year,
or proportion equal TO 5000 loss for com
pany Of $4,000 assets.
The necessity for insurance and the value OF
wealthy, strong corporations is forcibly il
lustrated by this fire. Several weak insurance
companies are destroyed. Portland has q
population Of 35.000-was handsomely built,
mostly fine brick or stone structures-protected
and screened with upward of 5000 shade trees
bounded on three sides by water-indeed
literally, almost rising from the ocean, and
with steam fire department-yet it has $l0,-
000,0 Of property consumed in a few hours
upon holiday when its people are least occu-
pied-from the very Insignificant cause of
contemplate frecracker.
Remember the triHing origin of fires that
sweep away in a few hours the earnings of
years. Consider your best interest and give the
Rtna Agent call If you need proper insur-
ance security. Pay fair rate of premium for
= good and genuine article, and with these
lights and experiences before you, procure
your insurance with shrewd judgment.
Applications for insurance promptly attended
10 by ii. A. LITTLET0N & Co., Ag'ts,
SO No. 27S Front street. up stairs.
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Our Women Violated by the Indians.

From the Houston (Texas) Telegraph
We published yesterday, from the
Leavenworth Times of November Is, an
account of atrocities committed by Kio-
way Indians on family of Texas citi-
zens. The head of the family, James
Box, was murdered and scalped; the
mother and two daughters, aged seven
te en- and sixteen years respectively, were
made the victims of the most diabolical
passions. Another daughter, aged seven
years, too young for their 6endish pur-
poses, was nearly roasted to death on
live Goals. An infant, dropped from the
arms of its exhausted mother, was
trampled to death among the rocks, the
mother not being permitted even to stop
and witness the fate of her infant. We
call ourselves civilized people; We
consider ourselves Christian people, yet
we sit down calmly and read in news
paper after newspaper accounts of simi-
lar outrages, of fiendish atrocities that
can scarcely be mentioned with decency,
being committed along the whole line Of
our frontier, from the borders of Mexico
to Kansas, and the people Of the United
States are less moved than they would
be by a new novel of the sensational
school. 1t has been estimated by per-
sons having opportunities to form cor
rect opinions on this point that there
can not be much less tIaR hundred
females who have been recently or now
are victims of these cruelties in the hands
of the Indians. The United States
army, at this tine, numbers between
fifty and one hundred thousand sol
diers-our country is in state Of pro
found peace; yet our frontier is the con-
tinued scene of enormities worse than
ever disgraced Algerine Corsairs. Let
il be supposed, for moment, that the
citizens Of Great Britain or Of France
were subjected 10 such outrageS and bru-
talities as are practicod on the women
of this State, and that their Governments
should act with the supineness that has
heretofore characterized the movements
of our authorities, they would be startled
By cry from every hamlet, demanding
protection for their fellow-citizens and
The determination Of the demoniacal
liends.
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Life Of Alexander H. stephens.

The National Publishing Company of
Richmond, Virginia, will soon publish a
volume of 800 pages, entitled "Alexan-
der II. Stephens in Public and Private
with letters, speeches, etc. By Henry
Cleveland, formerly editor of the Au-
gusta (Ga. Constitutiondlist, and life
long friend and associate of the great
Georgia statesman and orator. This
book will not be for sale in bookstores,
but is published and sold only by sub
scription, and will soon be ready for de-
livery. The publishers desire an agent
in every county. They say in their pros
pectus:
Mr.. Stephens has given his consent to,
and approval of, the preparation of this
work. The writer has had free and un-
restricted access to all of his literary
treasures, consisting of valuable docu-
ments and the correspondence of thirty
years, with the great intellects of the
Union. He also speaks with gratitude
of the kind assistance rendered by Mr..
Stephens in the preparation of the book.
The proof sheets have been carefully
examined by him; therefore the reader
may rely upon work, not only perfect
and complete in all matters in which the
reading public can feel an interest, but
also strictly accurate in the most minute
details No one before has undertaken
full portraiture of this most wonderful
man. 1t is the first attempt to depict
both his public and private life, especially
that nobler nature which is not revealed
in the combats of the hustings; and in
this volume the student OF biography
will be well rewarded for the pleasant
labor of its perusal. Many letters and
papers appear in this work which have
been cleaned from the most important
correspondence of the war, and have never
before been accessible to the historian.
Those Southern readers who remember
the author as editor of the Constitutions
aliSt before the war, or who recolect his
letters from the army, will welcome this
new production his long connection
with the Southern press having gained
for him the reputation of being one OF
the most elegant and able writers in that
sunny land. The thousands who look
upon the great Southern statesman as
only eclipsed in splendid oratory by his
private virtues, will need no other attrac-
ton than the name of Alexander II.
Stephens.
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their sacred desks into political stands,
and wallow in the worldly pool Of poll
tics
He sleeps with a white lady and not
with moits wench as does Thad.
Stevens, the gambling head of the Re-
publican party.
Morrissey is not a bounty broker, a
sanitary swindler, hospital robber, a
thieving army chaplain, bloated bond
holder, growing rich at the expense OF
the poor as are thousands of the Radical
leaders.
He is not straddling trimmer, like
Raymond--not peace man in war times
and o war man in peace times, like
Greeley, but better man before God and
man than any leader in the Radical
party. He is more honest, more liberal
more trustworthy, more patriotic, and
has better record every way than have
half of the Republicans, and the pluck
to meet his enemies in a fair, square,
stand-up fight, and not to incite mobs
and imprison people as so long was the
fashion with Republicans in the days OF
the little bell.
And five were on dying bed, in need
of heavenly intercession, we would give
more for the prayers of muscular, liberal,
gentlemanly John Morrissey than for
those of the majority of orthodox so
called Christians of the present age.
If Morrissey was Radical twould be
all right. Then, what howl that party
would set up against those who would
object to him, because as they would say,
he was once poor man, but one who
was striving to be somebody.
He wanted money. He got it by
gambling-by keeping gaming houses
where rich men fight the tiger" Now
tell us if that is not better way than to
get it by stealing spoons and jewelry Ia
Brute Butler? Or by sacrificing the
lives of soldiers as Banks did2 Or by
stealing mules, horses and cotton, as two
thirds OF the army officers did? Or by
robbing hospitals as chaplains did ? Or
by swindling contracts as most of the
ll.oono did
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-12-12
A Question and Ansver-A Young Married
Woman Rsproved.

In Nodhs Times and Messenger for
this week we find the following question
and answer:
Question: am a married woman, Of
about tweniy-eight years Of age, and
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PARLoRs AND CHAMBERS.

Purchasers can see how a suit Of furniture
will appear in their house. and can, from these
rooms, make a better selection than they can
wareroofzs. u
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

Contracting Rates for the weekly.
(oNE sQuAHE IS TEE LINES OR LEss)
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

HARDWARE, CUTLERY AND AeRIouLTU-
RAJ IMPLEMENTs.-We desire to draw the
attention of our readers and particularly
our planting friends to the elegant stock
of Mr.. James McVay, Hardware dealer
which now comprises everything in his
line. Many articles useful for house fur
nishing will be found at his establish
ment. His arrangements in the East and
West for obtaining agricultural imple-
ments, is such that he can defy competi-
ton even of the New Orleans markets. He
has also on hand Shot Guns of the very
best make.
Our young friends and gentlemanly
clerks of the establishment, Paul and
William, are polite and accommodating
and take great pleasure to show their
goods, especially to the fair sex-so don't
forget to call at the establishment of the
"Big Paddock when you need anything
in their line.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

A New BUsNEss.-Our fellow -citizen
Bernard J. McCabe, has gone into new
business, that of dealer in Wines, Liquors,
Brandies, Porter, Ale, &c., at his old stand
"The STAR" where he will continue the
business. Nc. is clever fellow and a
good connoisseur Of good liquors, and we
have no doubt he will receive very lib
eral patronage from our citizens and the
surrounding country.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

r' GB For fresh article of Family Gro
ceries don't forget to consult with our
friend Beal-for what cannot be found at
his establishment need not be looked for
elsewhere-for his stock at present is fairly
grooming under the weight of good things
which he has just brought up from below.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

THE CRESCENT MoNTHLY.-The Deem
Der number Of this fine literary magazine
has just been received and from glance
over its pages we think exceeds any pre-
vious one. Every family in the South
should subscribe to the Crescent Monthly,
for it is certainly worthy Of being sus-
tainad and have it increased in patronage
until II shall have ranked with the first
magazines of tho day.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

rB- Our lady friends viii please bear in
mind when they are shopping not to fail
to give our neighbor, Jastremski, (better
known as "Vince,") call and examine
his list Of fine Perfumeries, Sweet Opopo-
max; Pomades., Fancy Soaps and many
beautiful articles for the ladies' toilet.
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27
JU ST REQ EIv ED.
-fs. A FINE ASSORTMENT OF
BUILDERS AND HOUSEKEEPERS'
HARDwARE,

STORE, DOOR and other LOCKS, of all kinds.
STRAP, and BUTT HINGES.
DOOR and SHUTTER BOLTS.
MILL and HANDSAW FILES.
RIP, PANNEL and TEN0N SAWS
SPIKES, FINISHING NAILS and TACKs.
HAND AXES and HATCHETS. rvs
COLLINS HATCH's AXES.
TRACE CHAINS, COLLARS and NAMES.
BLIND BRIDES and PL0W LINES.
SASH CORD and WINDOW GLASS.
SEWING and PEGGING Avis.
BLACKSMITH sLEDGEs a HAND HAWsERs.
COPPER RIvETS and BURRS.
CEDAR and BRASS FAUCETs--all sizes.
TABLE and POCKET CUTLERY.
SHEARS and SCISSORS. a
WHITEHEAD Il CHROME GREEN PAINT.
BOILED and RAW LINsEED OIL and PUTTY.
LIME, CEMENT, PLASTER PARIS, and HAIR.
GARDEN WhEELBARRoWs,
SPADES, sHovELS and RAKEs.
. COOKING STOVES and CURLING TONGs.
WALL PAPERS and B0RDERs--new patterns
All of which will be sold at the very lowest
market rates.
JAMES rTcvAY.
mar27 Third Street, opposite the Bank.
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RESTAURANT AND OYSTER SALooN.-Epi-
cures will please make a note Of the fact
that "Van," under the Harvey House, has
reftted in neat style his Saloon, where he
is ready at all hours of the day to serve to
his numerous customers fine fresh oysters,
crabs, red fish, fruits of all kinds and in
fact, all the delicacies of the season, with a
fine list Of wines, cigars, etc. His numer-
GUS friends will please make note and
govern themselves accordingly. y
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

~ We are requested to state that the
Baton Rouge Thespian corps will give
another exhibition on Saturday night
next, with az entire new programme,
which will appear in our next. a9
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

~ Capt. v. B. Baranco, Of that favor
tie craft-the Lafourche, ard his gem
t.emanly and accommodating clerks
Through Mr.. Pete) have our thanks for
their special attention to the Comet. I.
We hope our travelling and shipping
friends will not overlook the claims Of
that clever gentleman Capt. B. to ashare
of the patronage Of this place, for none are
worthier than he. sy F
Baton Rouge tri-weekly gazette & comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1865-18??, 1866-11-27

GRAND BALL.-The German Benevo-
lent Association Of this city, will give o
grand Ball on the 9Th of December, at the
Third Street Theatre, for the benefit Of
the orphan fund, Of the Association. The
object for which the Ball is given is q
praiseworthy one, and we hope that there
win be good turnout on that occasion,
SO that the desired object for which the
Ball is given will be fully realized by the
me bers of the Association. saa
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$1,000 PER YEAR,-w. v.,

$1,000 PER YEARl-we want
Agents everywhere to sell our IMPROVED $40 Sew
ing Machines. Three new kinds. Under and nm.
per feed. Sent on trial. Warranted fve years.
ABOVE salary or large commissions paid. The
than $40, which are fully licensed 5g Lone.
Hheeter d Wilson, Grocer Dc Baker, Slayer d CO.
and BGchetder. AH other cheap machines are
arrangements and the seller or user are Liable
TO arrest, .Fsse and imprisonment. Illustrated
circulars sent free. Address or call upon SHAW
CLARK, at Biddeford, Maine, or Chicago, Ill.
june2-tw&W6m*
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zIsa STOVES! STOVES!!
II BEG leave to call che attention Of the -
= public to my splendid assortment of 4JN
COOKING AND HEATING STOVES. eY
COOKING Stoves for small and large families.
Cooking Stoves for Hotels.
Cooking Stoves for Wood and Coal
Cooking Stoves with Extension Top Heaters.
Office Stoves,
Parlor Heating Stoves,
Parlor Cooking Stoves,
Sehool. room Stoves,
Bachelors Favorite Heating Stoves,
Laundry Stoves.
ALI in want of any kind of q Stove would do
we'll to examine my stock.
noV17 JULIUS @ BoGEL
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500 A MONTH IA gents wanted for
sic entirely ae,o articles just out Address o. r
CAREY, City Building, Biddeford, Maine.
june2-tw&w6m%
The Shasta courier., 1866-06-30
SHASTA COURIER.
What a Dead Dog is Good for.

Take dead dog-a dead one is better
than live, although the latter might an
swer-take off the hide and send 1t to q
tannery In process of time it will reap
pear in the furnishing shops, and the lazy
whose worthless poodle was poisoned by an
upfeeling policeman will pay many times i's
supposed value for piece Of its skin IN tne
shape of pair of genuine kid gloves. bu'
this is only a small rart Of the defunc, poo.
die. When the hide has been removed pu,
the remainder of the poodle IN Kettle anu
boil it. With the fat which Is the produc,
Of the boiling. mix little soda. ms VIII
produce n sweet substance calico giycerine,
or sugar of fat the commercial Va'uc "
which is very considerable, and is capao'e
of almost ind finite increase. MIX IL Win a
little nitric and sulphuric acid and the proc
uct is nitro glycerine, few ounces OF which
according to recent experiments, made some
what accidentally. would be sufficient to blow
the whole city of Chicago over to the state
of N;cb;oan This is one of the uses to
which a dead dog or dead cat might be put.
Rut Il i not the most desirable or profitable
use. Glycerine is one of the chief lngredi:
ents in the manufacture of cosmetics and
rerfumes for the toilet, and in the more
choice and expensive kinds it is lndispensa-
BILE. 1t is also an Ingredient IN the manufac-
ture of smelling salts. The lady whose un.
happy poodle has passed from this vale OF
woe through the agency of a barbarous po-
liceman. has the consolation of knowing that
death is not the end of dogs. any more than
it is the end of human beings; but that after
death she shall meet that shaggy friend agnin
in another and brighter shape-aye, that her
hands shall touch and cheek shall feel and
lips shall taste and nose shall smell that bet
ter part of him that hath triumphed over
death and passed beyond the dark valley to
bloom in brighter glory on his mistress
cheek, enrich the carmne of her lips, revive
the dsooping spirit through her nasal organ,
and she'd immortal perfume on the folds OF
her cambric pocket handkerchief!
Nor are these all the valuable uses OF
dead dog. From the residuum of the boiling
are obtained soap and candles from the
tendons gelatine from the bones phosphorus
and phosphate Of lime. or carbon through
which the sugar Of our coffee is refined
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