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Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
To the Cotton Planters Of West Tennessee, Alabama, Mfssis- sippi and Arkansas:

Tho undersigned respectfully tenders his services as agent for the sale of your cotton in this city, and for the purchase of your sup plies. The unfortunate termination of the late war, which so materially affected the best interests of the South, has also had it's effect upon the Commission Business of this city, as transacted between planter and m erchant. You doubtless we'll remember with what per tinacity (previous to the war;, amounting in some instances to annoyance you were soli- cited for your business at the rate of fifty cents per bale commission, free of drayage, and stored for twelve months without charge. Then Jas will be again. the producer was the ruling element, and high rents rich landlords and merchants were the result of planters patronage. No people or occupation have been more seriously prostrated than planters and planting, and none so much deserve to be fostered and aided in their unfortunate changed condition. How that aid so much needed has been meted out you opine too well know. 0nerous government taxes in general, and q special tax upon your leading production. Cotton, large profits you have had to pay upon supplies furnished, commissions sales ranging from s 50 to S5 per bale, monthly storage at exorbitant prices and other expenses os per reference to your ac- count sales, as n sun total will leave you but little if anything upon which to rebuild your shattered fortunes, or to compete with the new order of affairs--free labor. When l withdrew from the Cotton and Commission Business in 1860, private reasons then led me to believe that l would never engage in it again. The solicitations of many friends th,.t were former patrons, and desire to promote the interest of the planting community, so far my feeble efforts can do so, and the apparent want of gratitudeeexhibiied to community that in times past tended so ma tc-ially to the prosperity of Memphis and it's mercantile community, has determined me again to offer my ..cryices in the capacity as stated The reduced stock of Gu .ons in the United States and short sudples in tie ha.,~ss of New England manufacturers has caused some advance ill prices from tho late depres- sion, Lence carly sales may be prudent and remuncratiye such was the case the past two seasons and many planters have had cause to regret the acting upon the too common prac-1 tice of holding and drawing upon the'f cot tons. l would advise no planter to send for ward his cotton unless he wished 1t sold npon the first active market. It can be held at home much cheaper than in Memphis. My charges for selling cotton will be One Dollar per bale. Assurances effected in all cases if not instructed to the contrary. Shall hoy your supplies from wholesale houses, giving you sbe benefit of same. In short, by strict attention to all the departments of our busi- ness, hope to merit a large share of patron age. Very respectfully,
 sEp,2i. R. A. MOON
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
Caroline Bantist Association.

The Caroline Baptist Association met with the Des Arc Baptist Church, Oct Sd 1867. The anniversary sermon was preached by Elder T. F. Boone. Text list John, 4th chap. 14th V. "Belorcd love one another. cfc"
 2ls o'clock, p. m.--Association met and was called to order by Elder R. J. Coleman, Moderator. Letters from churches represented received and read Petitionary letters called for, whereupon one was presented from Oak Grove. and the delegates received the hand of Fellowship, and invited 10 seats in the body.
 The election of officers for tho ensu- ing year, resulted in the choice of B. c. Blasscngamc, Moderator, and Wm. M. Warner, clerk.
 Committees were appointed to report on the following topics, viz :--Publica- tons, Sabbath Schools, Missions, Doc uments and Finances.
 Also committee to arrange for preach ing during the sitting of the body.
 On motion adjvurncd till 5sa v'c.ock tomorrow morning.
 ' o'clock P. in.--Elder. Wm. NJ. Lea preached to large and attentive audi ence. Text--Exodus 32d, 26th. "Who is on the Lords side? Let him come unto me-
 
 Oct. 4th, 8 o'clock, q. m.---Called 10 order by the Moderator.
 Prayer by Elder Wm. NJ. Lea.
 Committee on order of business re- ported Minatcs,of yesterday read and adopted.
 ] Roll of delegates called and absen- tees noted.
 Call for letters renewed, whereunto Austin church responded.
 A resolution ordering the Constitu- ton of the body to be printed with the minutes, was adopted.
 W. A. Verscr, was continued treas urer. Committees on Publications, Sabbath Schools and Missions, con tinued.
 Committees on Finances and Docu- ments reported, which was received and adopted.
 Correspondents and delegates were appointed to the following Associa- tions, viz: Pine Bluff, Saline, Mount Vernon, and Baptist.
 Also, delegates appointed to the Baptist State Convention. Contribu- tion sent to tho same. On motion, adjourned to 3 o'clock p. m.
 Elder W. II. Robert, preached at II o'clock q. m. to large and interested audience. asa
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

ss- Under the head of new advcr- tisements will be seen the card of Mmc Mitchell, dealer in millinery goods, bonncts, trimmings, Sc. This is first class establishment, and possesses rare facilities for furnishing bonnets, trim mings, ribbons, &c, of every kind and style at lowest possible prices. Those in need of fashionable bonnet, rib hons, trimming or any thing in that line, should remember Mmc Mitchell, No. 252 Second street. Memphis.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05


 CirCu,ar.-The undersigned takes this as one of the methods to inform his friends, as will be seen from the above card, that he has formed copartnerihip for the purpose of doing an exclusive commission business. In doing so he thanks his friends for all past favors, and asks for continuance of the same by consignment of their cotton and other produce, from one dozen eggs up to enc thou sand bales of cotton. Our Mir. Nevils has had long experience in the selling of cotton, &c., and is considered one ofthe best cotton sales mea in the city. pledge myself that all things that may be entrusted to us shall have my personal attention and shall be promptly and correctly attended to, nd..strictly account ed for. As firm we owe nothing, and we have entered into an obligation mol to endorse nor accept for any one unless we have the cotton, &c, in hand. That being our policy we will in no case have to sell one mans cot ton to pay another mans debt to keep from going to protest. Having been a citizen of Arkansas for the last ten years, and having had large acquaintance in the Confederate 1 army, faiter myself that we shall receive a liberal share of patronage, and that shall yet be able to make q living, aud with that l am determined to be satisfied.
 lam. very respectfully, your obedieni ser want. R. II POE. Sep Ttf
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
SPECIAL NOTICE. BULLS CEDR0N BITTERS Read Mir. Edwards Statement.
lLouIsvILLs. KY, April 22. IS

n 9LeuIsvILLy, KY, April 22. 1SG3. DE. JoHs BULL, Dear Sir,--Gratitude to you. as we'll as sense of duty to the public, requires that should give you a stafemcut. for public use, of the great benefit have de- rived from the use of your ..Cedron Bitters. v Alter military service of thirteen mon. is embracing the Pea Ridge campaign and ,les was discharged from the service and came home 10 die. Dyspepsia, liver complain and general debility were fast hurrying me 10 the grave. and every remedy prescribedhy paysi- clans seemed only to aggrayate my eisesses. A3oul four weeks agoI was fortunate enoagh 10 procure your nCedron Biiters.' and by the use of them alone have been restored to per feet and robust health. I can most earnestly recommend them as being all, and more tian all. than they arc represented to be. Ton are at liberty 10 make any use you wish of this statcment.
 am reepectfnlly.
 RICHARD EDWARDS.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
RIVER NEWS, WEATHER, ETC.

The Eowcna passed up on Tuesday morning and down Wednesday. She brought out a good freight for Mem phis, and returned with cabin full of passengers.
 The r. ". Brooks, from St. Louis, passed up on Sunday, discharging q large freight at tliis point for Cotton Plant.
 The Commercial, from delay occa. stoned by low water, did not our wharf till Friday morning. She will be down to-day.
 Weather cool and pleasant.
 River at its lowest stage.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
NEW CorroN.-This staple comes ii

NEW CoTToN.-This staple comes in slowly; so far as VIC can learn but three bales have yet been received. The first bale of the season was brought in on the l7th of last month, by Col. John H. Bulls, and shipped by Walt X Co. This bale drew the usual ten gallons, and barrel of flour extra. The second bale was raised by Dr. k. c. Bain, of IIickry Plain, and was ship ped as was the third, by Maj. k. C.. Major, for his firm has shipped all the new cotton that has been brought to market this year.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05


 GATES < BRo.--Prominent amongst tho Dry Good Houses of Des Arc, is that one presided over by the Gates Bros. These gentlemen have always kept on hand perfect stock of dry goods and notions, boots, shoes, cloih- ing, &c. As complete as their stock has been in the past, it was small com pared 10 the large and elegant assort- nent of goods purchased this fall by Ferdinand Gates, who is now in Phila- dclplia. Part of these goods have ar rived, and the remainder will be on hand in a short time when for variety and excellence, their stock will be un- surpassed in this country. A prorni- nent feature in this house, is the smil- iua faces of their aflable clerks, Mir. Lil. T. Cox and our old friend Jim. Booth. These young men will be pleased to sec theis many friends and supply their wants in the dry good line Gates X Bro. understand their business snd arc widely known in this and ad- toiniag counties. Mir. Isaac Gates chief salcsmcn, is a courteous gentle man, whose delights to show his goods 10 his friends. Do not fail to call al an early day and examine Gates and Bro stock.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05


 R. R. PoE X Colt is with pleasure that we call attention to the advertise ment of this firm found in another col umn. These gentleman have associatcd themselves in business, and from their large aceuaintancc in this State and thorough knowledge of the business in which they are engaged, naturally expect liberal share of Arkansas pa- tronage. Maj. +. H. Poe of this firm, has been and is travelling through our State making new acquaintance, and soliciting for his house; he is too well known for us to say anything to intro- ducc him to the people Dick Poe is 9 perfect team, as every body in this country knows and Joe Nevils is com sidered one of the best cotton salesmen in Memphis. This firm proposes every qualification Q make them successful in business. Their attention will be given entirely to the sale of cotton and other produce, and every means be used to give entire satisfaction to those entrusting business to their care. Their place of business is No. lS2 Front street, Memphis.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

WARNER < RAILY.--Sec advertise mcnt of these cnterprising merchants elsewhere in our paper. They do a general grocery business, keep on hand a good assortment of plantation sup plies and are ready at all times to ac. commodate their friends at reasonable prices with first rate goods.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

p4- Let all in need of fine wines, liquors, cigars, or any thing of that sort, consult the advertisement of Moriz Wolf, IFS Front street, Memphis. His wines are native and imported, his cigars of the finest brands, and his goods all of the best quality and fur nished at living rates. I
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

nsA- An Unlocking fellow was asked how he could account for Nature forming him so ugly. "Naturc was not to blame, said he, 'ior when l was two months of age I was tho handsomest child in the neighbor- hood, but my nurse to avengc herself up on my parents for somo fancied injury at their hands, one day swapped me away "
 for anotlitr boy belonging to friend of hers, whose child was rather plain looking"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
rea- The Montana Posts Auoust 3l,

rH- The Montana Posts August 3lst correspondence gives report of an explo- ring party to the head waters of the Yel- lowstone. They travelled eight days through the country, and represent it as appearing smooth and rolling, with long level plains with craters from four to six feet in diam eter. The plains are dotted with holes from six to twelve inches wide, constantly emit ing flames of burning streams of molten birthstone, with sharp whistling sound All accounts represent if to be most won derful country
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
Read the Following c rtificates!

MEMruIs, Sept. i, 1867. MANSFIELD < HIGDEE---
 Gentlemen. Having long suffered from chills and fever, and after having tried without effect, quinine, Ayers Aguc Cure and other chill medicines, l was induced to take bottle of your Texas Tonic Syrup, and after taking few doses was en- tirey relieved and have not had a chill since. take pleasure in recommending it as a safe and pleasant as well as speedy cure for the above named disease. II. B. T0MS0N,
 No 43 South Court Square.
 M MEMPHIS, June l, 1867 This is to state that was afflicted with Fe yer and Ague of the most inyeterate charae- ter for about two years. l tried many reme dies, including large quantities of quininc, etc, without avail. l was finally induced to try the Texas Tonic Sysup--the result was that after taking the first dose, l had .chills no more" and aa now rapidly recovering my health and strength. I hSve sent two dozen of this valuable agne cure to my plantation at Milliken Bend. Every planter should keep it on hand. II. R. AUSTIN, N Formerly Sup Little Rock R. K.
 MEMPHIS Tenn, Aug. 31. lS67 MANSFIELD HIaBEE--
 Dear Sirs: In March last had a severe attack of chills and fever. After using the usual remedies (Quinine Smiths Tonic, &c., &c.) without any good result, was induced to try your Texas Tonic Syrup. After takinga few doses was en- ltirely relieved, and have had no return of the disease since. take pleasure in recommends ing it as Q speedy cure of the above named disease. FERGUS HALL, Ir& & of Orgll Bros, X Go L
 MEmrnis, Sept. 3. 1867. MANSFIELD S HIGBEg--
 Gentlemen Aficr suf- fering more or less from the ague for five ears, and finding no permanent relief from l Physicians oriptions or the popular rem edies of the day, 1 was induced by friend to try your new, (though already widely known sure cure" for fever and ague, tbe Texas Tonic Syrup, and am happy 10 state tbai Il worked to q charm. I have had but one chill since commenced using il (aiid that was caused by my own imprudence the third day after,) although nearly three months have elapsed, and unhesitatingly recommend 1t to all who suffer from any form of ague as a safe, sure, and pleasant remedy for the same.
 Respectfully Yours.
 NJ V. E SHATTUCk, Principal Lindca St. Public School Observe explicit Directions around each bot tie, and caution to protect the public l against imposiiionend fraud. PRICE--One Dollar per Bottle. MANSFIELD < HIG E E
 IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE DnuGGIsTs & CnEMIsTs Nos. 301 and 303 Main Street,
 MEMPHIS, TENN.
 Sole Proprietors
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
A Voice from yisksburg,
yrcYsnuro. Mise. Anr. . i

VIcKsDunG, Miss, Ang. 2 IS68. DB. Jons BULL Dear Sir.--l am happy to s.ate to you that have used your valuable Cedron Biiters with great benefit to myself, in general debility and prostraticn of my system produced by the unhealthy and miasmatic influence of the Mississippi river around yicksburg, having been with Gen. Grants army through it's whole southern campaign, confidently recommend it's use to all persons who are exposed to unhealthy climates,
 za II. w. POOLE,
 Agent l. s. San. Com. For Sale by Johnson X Davis, Des Arc Ark.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

b@~ See card of Dr. J. w. Burney in another column, he is a Physician of much experience and thoroughly ac- quaintcd with the diseases consequent upon this climate.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

NEW Goops.--At no season since the war have our merchants manifested q greater desire to accommodate their stock to the wants of the people than they have this fall. Anticipating a heavy migration they have all pur- chased heavily of such goods.as the country requires, and we can safely say thst whon the stock already pur- chased is received, we will have in Des Arc more Dry Goods, Groceries, etc. than can be found in any town or it's population in the State. The busi- ness men of Des Arc have determined that if enterprise and liberality ill the purchase and sale of goods will do ought to build up our town, that these inducements shall be held out. Supe- riority of stock, access to the eastern markets, with liberal and easy prices certainly make it to the interest of all in the surrounding country to do their trading with our merchants, whose large sales admit of small profits. We would call upon our friends from this section of the State to come and exam inc Des Arc goods and prices before seeking any other market.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

Ba5> Building on the brick House of T. F. Grecr & Bro. has stopped for want of lime, as soon as a supply of this article can be obtained work will be resumed, and the building finished.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

The compliment of Western clergy man to his female worshipers is worth re- nembering: "Be na proud that the blessed Lord paid your sex the distinguish ed compliment of appearing first to fe- male after the resurrection, for it was only done that the glad tidings might spread the sooner"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

EsTDr. s. c. Allen offers his profes- sonal services to the citizens of Des Arc and vicinity. His long experi- cnce renders him qualified for the prac- ticc of his profession.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
G 0. SIS H or E l.,
 DEVALL'S BLUFF, ARK, '. E. GOSS, Proptr-

Wnala respectfully announce that he has opened First Class Hotel. at DeVall's Bluff. Ark. and is now prepared to entertain guests. His table. at all times. will be fur nshed with the best that the market affordt, There is also Good Stable attached.
 Give him call. sept2l-tf
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

E1s@ Certificates from Physicians and other citizens well known in the com murity, can be produced in nulnbers to convince all doubters Of the great value of the Texcs Tonic Syrup as q curative for Chills and Fever. This preparation of our sunny South is com posed entirely of plants chiefly grow ing by the margin of Texas streams, and is prepared solely by Mansfield X Higbee, Memphis, Tenn. It is far su- perior to the imported nos;rums that have been scattered in our midst, and combines within itself every quality to adapt it for family use. It has never been known to fail in curing the most inveteratc case of Fever and Aguc.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
To All Whom 1t May Concern.

rNH0SE Of our friends to whom we have IL extended accommodations for the past twelve months we hope, without further mo- tice, win let us have the money due, and we will then be in condition to serve them again in time 10 come. Respectfully.
 uAzEN & MCPHERSON Srnie,.hf- ftih 1857
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

BEWe will take corn and other country products for subscriptions bring in your namcs.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

pv See advertisement of Dr. R. B. Trezcvant. He is a thorough physi- elan well versed in his profession, and deserving a liberal share of patronage.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

-The Southern planters are urged to prepare a sufficient belt of land for wheat and other fall grain, not indeed for sale, but to supply every want.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
DISSOLUTION.
Bacon

LUST received, 10000 pounds No. Bacon c and for sale by
 apr6- J. SIMS ALLEN.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
DussOLuTT0N.

The partnership heretofore existing in the publication of the Augusta Sentinel" under the firm name of Vaughan, Poe & Co.,, was on the 9th day of September dissolved, Poe Mathews having sold ont their entire interest in said psper to James S Gray.
 E. T.. FOE,
 A. C. MATHEWS.
 R L VAUGHAN.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
IN DYSPEPSIA

And it's attendant train of symptoms, it acts more like charm than medicine. There is nothing in the range of Materia Medca that can for moment bear comparison with it in this disease.
 4 full account of this wonderful plant may be found in the 11th edition of the U. $. Dis pensatory, on pages 1887 and 1888.
 A series of experiments in which n. BULL has been for years engaged, has just been brought to successful termination, and he is now enabled to offer to the public combina- tion of CEDR0N with other approved tonics. the whole preserved in tho hest quality of cop per distilled Bourbon Whiskey, which he is confident has
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
The Batesville Times ef the aSl
nit., says

ne batesville Times of tho 18th nlt., says;
 New corn is selling on the streets, in small lots, at seventy-Gve cents per bushel. It is conjccturcd that the rul- ing price will bf fifty ccnts.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
MARKETS, sc.

CITIZEN OFFICE, DEs ARC, l Saturday, Oct. 5, 1867. ]
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

COMMERCIAL = -wm. ASHFORD, Master.
 R0WENA --- JNO. B. DAVIS, Master.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

NorIcE.-We want fifty loads of wood. Those indebted to the office for advertising or subscription, will find it to their advantage to settle their in- debtedness in this way.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05

WASrEp.-A girl ten or twelve years old; white girl preferred. Applya at this office. |
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
ROBERT A. MOON, COTTON FACTOR
Commission a,lrrehant.
No. 276 Front Street,
 M E PIHIS, TENN E E,

LIBERAL ADVANCES-Supplies at Wholesale Prices. Commission for selling Cotton, One Dollar per Bale.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
MANSFIELD X HIGBEE'S
 C r TEXAS Tonic Syrup!
A rapid and never failing cure for Fever & Asue, or ChiiIs 6 Fever.

Every poison has it's antidote-Evcry disease has it's cure.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
COTTON FACTORS
 AND ~ General Commission Merchants, No. ls2, FRONT STREET, EMPHIS TEN SSlE E.

WILL give their undivided attention to Re- ceiving and Selling of Cotton and other Pro dnce consigned 10 them, and 10 the purchase of all orders for their customers Cotton Sc. sold strictly according to order and remit tances made accordingly.
 nsA. All Cotton Sc., consigned to us will be covered by Insurance unless otherwise in structcd.
 nsA- Liberal advances made upon all con signments.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
w8eT Aw1 s0uTM.
6 E D R 0 N .

Which Is the basis of the BITTERS nov of- fered 10 the public. That honor belongs to the native Inhabitants of CENTRAL AslERI- CA, to whom its virtues have been known for mers than two hundred years. Armed with it the Indian bids
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
WHITE RIVER U. s. MAIL LINE.
sEMI-w E E KL Y,

FROM MEMPHIS TO JAcKsoNpoRT.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
NO EQUAL IN rHR WORLD.

He might furnish volume of certificates, but the public have long since learned to esti- mate such things at their true value. The safest plan is for every one to test for himself the virtue of n new medicine.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
N ew Orlea ans. La.

Liberal advances made on consignmcnts of Cotton, aug2i-6m
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1867-10-05
DE F | A N c k
 ITO THE MOST Deadly Malaria,
q R ID R Q N

Is potent 10 cure, no matter what the disease may be. While DR. BULL is not prepared to endorse this extravagant rretension, he is nevertheless satisfied from thorough exam nation of the evidence relating to it's virtues, that as remedy and preventive for all dis eases arising from exposure, either to changes of weather and climate or to the miasmatic influence, 1t