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latest from Rio Jsneiro

New YoRE, Jan. 29.-The steamer South America,
from Rio Janeiro January ID, has arrived Rio ia
neiro advces report that the Allies are within fifty
miles of the Paraguayan position on thc north side
OF Upper Farana, and expected 20 force the passage
OF the river. A greet effort is being made by the
Allies to pour an overwhelming force into Paraguay
in the course of January.
Coffee was lower. The United States steamers Pow
haitian and Tuscarora were at Pernambuco coaling,
The Juniata. Kansas and Onward, at Rio. The
Vanderbilt and Mouadnock were seen on Jan Sd, of
Nnnn ST Thomas
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NET YoRE, Jan. %. The weekly;statemont of the
city banks, as compared with the previous week,
shows the following differences Loans, increase,
Sl,OSOOOO circulation increase $4,000 specie, de-
crease, S2l4S000 deposits decrease. So SO3OOO legal
tenders, decrease, So OS,0O0
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New YORK, January 2s-The Savannah Herald
of the 25h nst states that orders have been received
suspendng the proceedings in the trial of c. 3. La
mar. and Il commission will be organized to try
the case.
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Marine Disaster-Sinl6ing Of n ri
steamer.

New ORLEANS Jan. 2S.-Ihe schooner Neptune
hence for Rio with forty-fve passengers, was lost
on the 10th, off the Cuban coast The passengers
and crew were all saved and have arrived here by
the steamer Guiding Star. The vessel was total
loss.
The steamer Anna Perrott, bound to New Orleans
was sunk in Red River on the upper falls recently.
Cargo saved.
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LATEST TELEGRAPH news
TO THE
DAILY COMMERCIAL.
THE "IRISH REPuRLIC.n


NEw Yong, Jan. 29.-The address of the Council
oftbe Irish Republic, dated at Dublin is published
here to-day 1t says: THE work of preparation in
Ireland is done. We know our strength, we are not
cropping in the dark A point has been reached from
which we can see the goal clearly We call upon you
to aid the Irish Army of Independence, which will
soon stand face to face with the enemy We ask a
loan, which shall be paid within six months afte-
the establishment of Irish Independence
The address, which is quite lengthy is endorsed by
a card from Col. 0'Mahoney, urging prompt action
BY the Fenan Brotherhood.
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Steamer ON Fire

New YORK, Jan. 29.-The steamer Leo has arrived
from Savannah. Fire was discovered among the
cotton composing her cargo, on the 9th but was ex
tinguished by the exertions of the passengers and
crew, with 4 damage of only $1,000.
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Reputation of War Debts-Mr. stephens
TO Run for the SenafOrshin

MILLEDGEvILbE. Ga, Jan'y Ex-senator Gibson
introduced bill into the Legislature to-day allow
ing banks to repudae all debts contracted for war
purposes.
Mr.. Stephens friends intend to run him for the
Senatorship tomorrow, regardless of his wishes or
feelings
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New YORK, January 29.-Extensive forgeries, by
means Of checks, on the Chatham Bank, have been
discovered. The Government stamp, name of pay
ing teller and Of respectable firm in this city, were
all forged.
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Er0n Norfolk,

NORFOLK. Jan. 29.-The namber of workrnen al
the Gospor navy yard has been reduced to two hun
Grcd.
The steamer Standish has arrived Fl IN Boston.
Last night five garroters arrested by the Wig
lance Committee of West Norfolk
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TIRE BALTIMORE SEWING MACHINE AGENCY.
is what has long been desired in our city, place
where all the standard machines of all the reliable
manufactures can be examined into.
WHERE all the machines with their various i'm
provements are explained; WHERE there is no partial
lty to anyparticuar machine; WHERE thorough trial
is given to every machine purchased and exchanged
If desired, and WHERE every machine is warranted
and sold at FACTORY PRICES
Special attention paid to the repairing of all kinds
of sewing machines. Also sewing machines for rent
ja2O-ly 1stp 60
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EHinI AlraX

New ORLEANS, Jan. ga fatal aiiray occurred on
Graver street yesterday, in which A. L. Newberry
was killed, and Captain Oldham severely wounded.
The young man who shot Newberry surrendered him
self
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"A countryman in Savannah, Ca, observed
that gang of darkies were working on the streets.
each wearing ball and chain. He asked one of
them why that bali chained to his leg. "To keep
people from stealing it," said the darkey; heap of
thieves about here, massa."
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New YORK, JAN 39.-Seton Hall College, at Or.
ange, New jersey, nearly destroyed by fire yes
terday. No lives lost. The libraries were saved
The buildings were insured for $4,000.
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Gold Pens. ]

In Gold mounted Rubber Holdersl
In desk Holders of ey cry varietyl
Put up in cases Of rich velvet for presents.
at WHOLESALE and RETAIL,
3. =. BLAKENEY d Co.,
GOLD Pen MANUFACTURERS,
eel5-tf 125sBaltmore Street, first floor, up stairs
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XXXIXTH CONGRESS.
Compliment to Admiral Farragut

BILL TO PROMOTE MILITARY EDUCATION
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"A striking evidence of the decay into
which the agricultural interests Of South C.roI;n
have fallen is found in the fact that imported rcs i
psed in Charleston.
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[GOlds Pens,

IGOldsPens,..
In solid Gold Holders!
In solid Silver Holders
Suitable for Ladiesl
Suitable for Gentlemen!
Twill please the ladies and the men.
Each line they write they'll bless the pen;
The giver bless, and praise the taste
That gave for rss and not for ,oaste-
A.Good Gold Pen!
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TRIAL OF JEFF. DAVIS DEMANDED.
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Decision.

Nav YORK, Jan, 29.-It is reported that neither
the Government builders are disposed to part with
the Dunderberg to the Chilian authorities
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LAUDABLE.-A Federal officer, ON duty in this city,
gave to one of our ministers, Yesterday morning an
order for 1929 for the benefit OF the poor The ofeer
requested that no mention be made of the gift and in
reference to his modest wish refrain from giving
his name that publicity it deserves. An approv-
ing conscience is the best reward for good deeds We
hope that the donor may reap fruitful reward for
his Christian charity.-PttersbnrG lndse,
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The Louisville Democrat claims a popu-
laton for that city of 10000 Five years it
but 5000.
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I'm the selection Of 'ofe another important matter
is. that she should write well. lady who neglects
to cultivate this accomplishment is not unlikely de-
6cient in other essential qualities. es."-CHEsrERFIELD.
Gifts for the Girls; gifts for the Boys;
A useful gift, not useless toys
Something to have. something to hold;
Suitable, too. for young and old
4 Good Gold Peni
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Passage of Soldiers Claim Agents Bill.
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Reception of MaiOr-GeneraI sherman.
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wanted
EVERY YOUNG MAN
To KNOW THAT
Bryant. StrattOn az Sadler'S
Business College

Is the only Commercial School in this city or State
where
ACTUAL BUSINESS PRACTICE
Daily occurs between the Students of the College
The public cordially invited to call and exam
dress.
w II. SadIer,
Jal6-5mlstp tu,th&s Principal.
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The definition of real estate as used in the act
of 1864. The following decision has been made by
the Commissioner of Internal Revenue:
TREASURY DEPARTMENT !
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The New Basis of Representation.

HIS ADDRESS TO THE HoUsl
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New METHOD OF RoBBERY.-Cultvating the ac-
quaintance of mOneyed stranger and familiary
IS the latest mode preparing him be quietly rob-
bed; Some robbers handled a returned Californian
IN this way night or two ago at Wellsville Ohio
on the Cleveland and Pittsburg Railroad In a short
time the strychnne, previously placed in the apple
began to take effect causing the gentleman to fall in
helpless condition on the pavement, where he was
discovered at late hour, in great agony robbed of
all his money and everything of value about his per
son. Apples tamiliary dealt out by strangers should
hereafter be considered unhealthy.
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LITTLE THINGs.-Springs are little things but they
are sources of large streams; a helm is little thing
but 1t governs the of shp bride bit is
little thing, but its use and powers; nails and
pegs little things but they hold the parts of large
all little things, but powerful for good or evil
Think of this, and mind the little things. Pay that
little debt; it is promise, redeem tit is shilling.
hand it over: you know not what important events
hang upon it. Keep your word sacredly-keep it to
children they will mark it than any one else;
and the effects will probably be lasting as life.
Mind the little things.
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CouNTERFEIT.-The Comptroller of the Currency,
national currency, Of the denomination Of so on
the First National Bank of Indianapolis. Indiana
The general appearance f the bill is calculated 10
deceive, but it will not bear close scrutiny The
engrav rg is coarse and poorly executed hut the let
tering is considered well done: the United States
the original. The mbering is the same the figures
being thin and poorly defined The back of the BILL
with the picture Of the Baptism Of Pocahontas" IS
poorly engraved The paper is inferior to the paper
upon which the genuine is printed
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West baltimore street,

jal6-3mlstp.tu,th&s Pr
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
The Boy for the Times.

We like an active boy--one who has the inn pulse of the age--oe the steamboat in him.
 A lazy, plodding, snail-pacea chap, might have got along in the world fifty years ago, but he don't do in these times. We live in an age of quick ideas; men think quick, eat, sleep. court, marry, and die quick--and slow coaches are not tolerated ''Go ahead if you burst your boiler!' is the motto of this age and he succeeds the best in every line of bus mess who has the most of 'sdo or die' in him.
 Strive, up to catch the spirit of the time {; be up and dressed always, not gaping and rubbing your eyes as if you were half asleep j; but be wide awake for whatever may turn up, and you will be somebody before you die.
 Think, plan, reflect as much as you please before youact, but think quickly and closely. and when you have fixed your eyes upon an object, spring to the mark at once. M
 But above all things be honest. If you in tend to be an arelst, carve it in the wood, chis- el it in the marble--if merchant, write it in your ledger. Lethonesty of purpose be your guardian star. ygie
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
!, ARK, AUGUST11 1866.

debtor is legally robbed of over ten thou sand dollars, and debt of two hundred dollars and some one hundred dollars cost left unpaid Such is very usual method of proceeding under our laws. But it may be said such laws are defective, and can be improved. That is true. Still, the whole system is wrong
 If no forcble collection was allowed, the credit of nearly every man in the commu- nity would be quite as good as at present. It would make people more careful in their word, and much hard feeling and difficulty would be avoided. There could then be no custom of credit to compel the trusting man against the real desire and better judgment of the seller, for the fear of giv- ing offense to customer. Even if credit were given unless payment was prompt, no more credit would be the result, and Tn that way not half as much loss as now. Now man owes a merchant bill, and desires further credit. The merchant ex- tends the credit many times, for fear of offending the debtor and losing what is already due.
 But we have pursued the subject quite as far as we intended at first. It is too hot to sit down and write elaborate articles on any subject, much less one that will require statistics in support of positions. We throw out these suggestions tor the reaec- tion ot the reader, and will recur to the subject hereafter.
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
E0RCIBLE COLLECTION OF DEBTS

We take the following sensible article from the St. Louis Press, of August lst, and recommend its careful pcrusal to all our readers:
 We are of those who believe all laws providing for the forcible collection of debts should be abolished. The interests of all classes of the community would be promoted by such measure. It would cheapen the necessaries of life, and more equally distribute the wealth of a commu- nlty. The consumer of goods pays nearly or quite one hundred per cent. more than he would If there was no legalized credit system he importer of goods adds twenty per cent to his prices in order to cover losses by bad debts, and the next purchaser the same until one hundred per cent. is added by the time it reaches the country merchant. Thus it is plain to be seen that one hundred per cent on the value of all articles purchased ls-paid to keep upa legal credit system.
 But that is not all An amount equal in value to all the property of the nation is paid to lawyers, sheritfs judges, jurors, witnesses, and others connected with the law, every eighteen years. Thus not only does 1t cost one hundred per cent. on every artlcle purchased, but all the property of the land every eighteen years to keep up legalized credit system.
 Mercantile credit is never given on the chances of collecting it by law. No mer- chant would sell dollars worth of goods did he suppose he would have to resort to law to enforce collection. The credit is given upon the individuals character for integrity and business. A man may be worth one million of dollars in lands and property, yet ii he has no character for promptness in meeting his obligations he could not obtain one dollars credit from any merchant in good standing. Honor being the foundation of credit, to honor and not force the creditor should look for settlement.
 Again, the laws as now enforced oper- ate as lcgalized robbery. A man owes one thousand dollars, and has fifteen thousand dollars worth of real estate; misfortune renders it impossible to meet the debt, and judgment is obtained; the execution ls- sues, and is placed in the hands Of the sheriff; the land is situated twenty-five miles from the oonrt house; it IS adver- tised and sold at the court house for per bape eight hundred dollars, Thus, the
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
THE GOLDEN GATE.

Dim shadows gather thichly round,
 And up the misty stair we climb, The cloudy stair that upward leads,
 To where the golden portals shine. Round which the kneeling spirits wait, The opening of the Golden Gate, And some with eager longing go,
 Still pressing forward, hand in hand, And some with weary steps and slow, Look back wheretheir beloved stand, Yet up the misty stairs they climb,
 Led on by the angel Time. As unseen hands roll back the door,
 The light that floods the very air Is but the shadow from within,
 Of the great glory hidden there; And morn and eve, and noon and late The shadows pass within the Gate,
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
PApLocKs 1.-The secretary of the treasur.

PApLocKs .-AThc secretary of the treasury invites lock- makers throughout the United States to submit samples of brass padlocks. on or before the 10th of August next, for use in distilleries and elsewhere. Section 34 of the new internal revenue law requires that all locks used byinspectofs should be placed un- der seal, and it is desirable that the sample submitted should have some arrangement by which a paper or metallic seal can be iasten- ed over the key hole by the act of locking, so thata key or any instrument could not be in troduced without canceling the seal or indica- ting that the lock had been trifed with. It is not, however, intended to exclude from com petition samples which may not have such ar- rangaments- 9gH ea .seW
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11


 A correspondent of the London Star de- scribes as follows, some ofthe pcculiaritics of the Prussian troops:
 Although the Prussians show but in different drillin marching; their precision in manual exercise is very striking. 10 be sure, the ease with which tho necdle- guns are loaded removes several of the trying sone, two, thrcc's' to which English soldiers are subject. but in the ordinary carrying and shouldcring and grounding their arms they seemed to be admirably trained. They are, as 1 have already said muscular, strong -boned men, und approach more to the Russian than to the French type of soldier, They seem to pay the greatest deforence to their officers, who, themselves are profusely courteous to each other. The amount of lowing which q military man has to undergo here, in sin gle day, is something dreadful to contem- plate; and, indeed, fyou are not amilita " man you are expected to bow on enter ing room in which officers, of however petty grade are seated. When two off cers are introduced to each other they jump and bow across the table until their heads are in danger of collision If an officer enters room in which privates are sitting, the latter jump to their feet, and remain standing until motioned to sit down. When he leaves they also jump up When two officers of different grades meet in the street they not only salute each other, but keep their hand to the cap all the time they are speaking.
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11

A TRUE WTE.--A faithful and atfectionate wife is q priceless treasure to her husband
 She is the chosen one to assist him through life--to educate and prepare his children for a proper station in life. The husband s inter- est is the wife's care, and her greatest ambi- tion carries her no farther than his welfare or happiness, together with that of her children. This is her sole aim, and the theatre of her ex- ploits is the bosom of her family, where she can do as much toward making fortune as he can in the counting room or workshop It is not the money earned that makes a man wealthy--it is what he saves from hisearnings. A good and prudent husband makes deposit of the fruit Of his labors with his best friend. The true wife acts not for herself only but she is the agent for many whom she loves, and she acts for their good and not for her own gratif- cation. Her husbands good is the end at which she ains-his appreciation is her re- ward. Self qualification in dress, or indul- gence in appetite. or moro company than his purse can well entertain is never indulgcd in.
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11
inhabitants of the Human Body.

What think you of your bodys being plan ct inhabited by living races, as we inhabit earth? Whatever may be your thoughton the subject, the fact is even SC. Your body is but home for parasites, that crawl over it's sur face, burrow beneath it's skin, nestle in it's entrails, and riot and propagate their kind in every corner it's frame The sensation in re- gard totrchina in swine flesh has set the sci entifc to '.knocking their heads together" and the resultff the following: Parasites not only inhabit the bodies of all animals used by us as food, but they are also found in abun- dance in our own organizations The species of trichina spirallis, of which so much is said, and whose existence has been discovered in pork, is, according to our best anatomists, found in almost every muscle, envcloped in lit tie custs or sacs about one-fourth ofan inch in length It can be distinctly seen and exam ined only by the use of the microscope. Pro- lessor Wood, of Philadelphia, says: No cvi- dence has yet been produced that any morbid influence is exerted by the trichina upon the system during life. That they have been found in subjects carried off by sudden death (accident, and in the midst of health" An English author says: 'slt is q notorious fact that parasites do crawl over our surface, and burrow beneath our skin, nestlein our entrails and riot and propagate their species in every corner of our frame Nearly score of ani- mas belonging to the interior of the human body have been already discovered and de- scribed, and scarcely tissue or organ but what is occasionally profaned by therinroads. Each, also, has it's tavorite domicil. Onespe- cies of strongle chooses the heart for it's dwell ling place, another nhabits the arteries, n third the kidneys. Myriads of minute worms lie coilcd up in the voluntary muscles, oriD the arcolar tissue that connects the feshy if bres
 The guinea worm and the chique bore thro' the skin, and reside in the subjacent reticu- lar membrane. Hydatids infest various parts of the body, but especially the liver and brain little f,lke, in general appearance, much like founder, lives steeped in gall in the bill liarly vessels. If you squeeze from the skin of your nose what is vulgarly called nlaggot the contents, namely. of one hair follicles =
 it is ten to one that you find in that small se- bacious cylinder several animalcuaa, exhibit- ing under the microscope a curious and com plicated structure, Even the eye has its liy- iag inmates. m ta
 With this knowledge of our composition, 1t matters but little how many eatozoa we con- sumo, so long as we do not see them-it is nothing more than all ges have done before us We mi ght with as much propricty refuse to drink water, which, however pure, is fairly alive with animalcule as to refrain from the use of meat because it exhibits (under the mi croscopc) cntosoa.
Des Arc citizen., 1866-08-11


 REMARKABLE WATCH. H.---Une of the most re- curiosities in mechanics of recent invention, n London. is awatch, belonging to a member of Parliament, designed and made expressly for him, by James Ferguson Cole, the celebrated London watch ahd chronome- ter maker. This unique pocket chronometer has silver dial, on which are nine hands, in- dicating respectively the hours, minutes and seconds; the days of the week; the days of the month; the months of the year. ltcorrects it. self for the unequal months; that is to say, changes when they have thirty and when thir- ty-one days; and also corrects itself for leap year, It is so constructed that any slight az itation of the watch, such as the ordinary ex- ercise of walking, winds it. Thus it may be worn and will go perfectly for years, without requiring even to be opened, although it can also be wound by key in the usual manner. The dial is arranged in five circles and with in the largest, the hour circle, is semi-circle, showing the moons age and phases by means of gold on ground of blue steel. At the back of the watch is a gold indicator for ascortain- ing the time in the dark by touch. The com plication of the mechanism may be imagined, and yet the watch is of ordinary dimensions sud may be conveniently worn in gentle mans pocket It cost the sum of three hun dred guineas *t3