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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
NEW DISCOVERY

NATURES OWN WAY TO PREVENT
~ Conception. No medicinal or mechanical
mean used. The Instructions fivcn are harm
lrm when used. and trun0uncei INFAL-
LlBLE b. medical aut onty. Inclose two
dollars and you vii receive the Recipe b. re-
turn mail.
- an c0mmunications confirntiai.
Address, EUREKA.
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Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

Lowenstein & Bros 81
REDUCTION IN JEwELRY. - Messrs
Pooley, Barnum & Co., in preparation
for the holidays, have made a special
reduction in the price of jewelry. They
are in receipt of a full liue of the latest
and most elegant styles of jewelry, en-
bracing childrens necklaces, ladies'
watches and chains, diamonds, gold and
silver headed canes, music boxes, fancy
goods, etc. Everything kept in a first.
class jewelry store can be found at this
place, corner Main and Court streets, at
the lowest cash prices. Give them call.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

TEETH ExTRAoTED WITHoUT PAIN
The present is an inventive age, and
among the inventions introduced for re-
lieving suffering humanity, that Of ex-
tracing teeth without pain stands prom
inently forward. Dr. G. H. Hurd at his
Office on Jefferson street, extracts teeth
without pain by the new method, using
gas manufactured by himself, which is
perfectly harmless. The Doctor extracts
teeth in such a scientific manner that q
person feels inclined to laugh after hav-
ing tooth pulled out at the easy aud
painless manner in which the operation
was performed.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

PRICE oil cloaks reduced al b. LoWen-
stein 4 Bros 81
The VARIETIEs.-Charlie White will
tonight resume his old position at the
Varieties as stage manager. BE is
thorough and popular. Since Manager
Broom completed the work of purifying
Washington street, the once notorious
square has become as quiet as deserted
lane, so far as disturbances are con-
cerned. The excellent performances
attract crowded houses nightly. By the
way, Prof Cobb, of the trained beasts,
will take benefit Thursday night, when
his wonderfully trained dogs and goats
will do several fine acts.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

CLoaKsl CLoAKsl CLoAKsl at reduced
prices, at B. Lovenstein & Bros. 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

ALI kinds Of dress goods will this week
be sold at less than New York cost, at B.
InHsnstein & Bros. 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

We would call the attention Of our
patrons and the public generally to the
list Of prices Of the steam laundry. They
average 81 Is for gents wear, and 81 SO
for ladies. All to please. Sc
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
LOCALS In BRIEF.

There were twenty-six deaths in the
city last week.
Only few cases were disposed of
in police court this morning.
The new paving firm resumed work
at the corner of Main and Poplar streets
this forenoon. Good.
Only portion of the front wall of
Col. Duf's new building in the rear of
the Provine Block will be removed. The
foundation did not settle the wall
sprung"
4 The Hardwick House was purchased
on Saturday by DR.. Watkins, of the
Watkins Infrmary. 1t was sold for
$4,000, and will be made a portion of
the infrmary.
"A cantata will be given by Oak
Grove select school at Mr.. N. s. Bruce's
residence, on Rsyburn avenue, this
evening. A queen will be crowned, with
appropriate ceremonies, and varied
programme has been selected which can
not fail to render the entertainment
attractive.
10. Locke, % Jefferson street, has,
among other publications, the Metropol-
itan Record, New York Clipper, Irish
Citizen, Irish People, Freeman's Journal,
Irish American, Turf, Field and Farm,
Littelrs Living Age, Sunday Times,
Boston Pilot, Chimney Corner, Literary
Album, The Dime Illustrated No. 2, The
Last Sensation No. l, Waverly Magazine,
Godey's Lady's Book and Peterson's
Magazine, etc.
Mr.. Horace Z. Garth, who has long
filed most creditably the position of
Cashier of the Commercial Bank, Mem
phis, has resigned. His successor is Mr..
W. j. Porter, who is well known as
member of the late Cincinnati firm of
Hanks h Porter The late teller, Mr..
]. A. Omberg, has been appointed as
sistant cashier. He has for years been
connected with the bank as book-keeper
and teller, and is fine official
ST. PATRIcK's BELL.-Tbe new bell for
st. Patrioks Church was blessed with
appropriate ceremonies yesterday eve
ming, Rev. Father Rotchford delivering
an able discourse on the occasion. The
bell is a very fine one, weighing about
twelve hundred pounds, and was gem
erously donated to the church by Capt.
John Lowden, the well-known contractor
The bell is to be placed in the belfry
erected for it to-day, and on Christmas
morning will send forth its notes of invi-
tation to all good Catholics to attend the
early mass
MAoIsrRATE's CoVRr,-several cases
were brought before Esq. Miller this fore
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

BoARD REDUcED.-Ticket for twenty
one meals Sc, at No. ls Poplar street.
100 L. SELleNAN, Agent
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

MOURNING dresses dyed in twenty
four hours, at 357 Shelby street. 1920
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

An kinds Of dsess goods, ai less than
New York cost at. B. Lovenstein a
Bros. 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
NOTICES.

NOTICE.-THOS. MoRRISsEY. OWNER
n of a Rockaway, aud Mr.. HaOkett, owner
Of q tWo-horse cart, No. Is, are requested TO
call, pay charges and take them away within
ten days irom date, OF The same will be sold at
'-0''' ROUsH 4 CUNNINGHAM.
Memphis. December Is. 1851. 100
NOTICE
our terms will be invariably CASH from and
after this date. Parties indebted to US will
please make prompt settlements.
IGLAUER 4 PRITZ.
p..,r,be- H. 1867 elf
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
Monetary and Commercial
Money Market.

4HHVuuJ
PUBLIC LEDGER 0FFIoE,
Monday Evening. December q. S67.
In city scr p there IS very little movement of
Importance, callers uving small sums Mt IS to
51Sc, and selling at 26E %e, with exceptions
TO d a ers at 36. The demand is ia. ht.
Police scrip Is s arce and firm at SIC in the
band OF dealers, aud wanted at so TO SIC.
County scrip IS dull at 90 TO &c buying, and
10 to 10 selling.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

VETANTED--A SITUATION AS BOOK
w KEEPER, by an old citizen, well recon-
mended. For particulars, apply at ,,,,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

"a PENxY SAVED Is Penny MADE. !"
As this is a true motto, and as every body
is in for saving these hard times, we
advise those who wish to do so TO call
at NJ. Kraus & Co.'S closing out sale,
where they can have goods their own
yay. I
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

PEhsoYAL.-Among the visitors to the
city at present is the distinguished
Southern authoress, Miss Nellie Mar
shall, Of Kentucky, whose writings have
already won for her an enviable position
in the literary world. Miss Marshall is
the guest Of DR.. ]. n. Keller's family.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

This being shipping AZ settling day, little Is
do ng in cotton. There were me inquiries
this forenoon, but few sales. We omit quota
tons
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
NHTANTBD'

A competent Accountant with $lO0O.in cash,
10 take half interest, and become. on active
partner in paying and well established busi-
ness in this city. KENNY 81 PORTER,
Kit Williams Block. co ner Madison and See,
cnd streets. I3-f
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

WHTTED-B0ARDERS. -B0ARD, FOR
w two or three families and also day board
family. on Adams street. On account Of the
times the price will DO low. and reduced from
former rates References exchanged. Inquire
at the PUBLIC LEDGER Office, or at JONES
Ding Store. 4-@
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
STEAM soATs.

win form a SEMI WEEKLY line between
Memphis and White river. leaving every TUES
DAY and SATURDAY O'Clock pm.
JOHN b. DAVIS, Superintendent.
LEVY 4 MILLER, Agents, No. 262 Front
street 3S-t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
CorsFRTArrrE CoNTEErIoN.-Ihe Con.

CONSERVATIVES c oNvEyTIoS.-The Con-
servstye Convention wisely RETAINED
from making nominations for city Off
~ After a number Of moiicns had
been made and several resolutions
offered, the Convention adjourned until
three O'clock this afternoon.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

HOLIDAY GIFTs-The superb stock Of
diamonds, watches and jewelry in the
store of Trudeau & Duke, corner of
Second and Madison streets, must be
closed out Immediately, to settle the
estate Of the senior partner Goods will
be sold at New York wholesale prices to
accomplish this object. Sc
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

The great rush still continues at the
closing out sale of NJ. Kraus & Co., 2ls
Main street, corner Of Adams t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23

OLD HArs made new 364 Second st
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-12-23
WANTS.
nonsEHnLn FnRNITuRE,

HOUShhOhD UhNl1OnI
:" For Sos sSLF@4 large lot Of SECOND HAND
FURNITURE. which will be sold very low
also, A MAGNIFICENT TRAVELLING EX;;
HIBITI0N, in comnlete order will be sold
WooLMER'S OLD CURIOSITY SHOP,
No. 80 Jefferson street,
ze16g pefween Main and Second,
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1867-06-19

Another Bogus Revenue Case.
n cartman named Simon Farley driving truck
No ass, containing eleven barrels Of whskey. from
rweny-ninth street and East river to No. 2lo Fulton
street, he was met in Greenwich street BY three mon
Who took possession OF the whiskey they alleging
thai they were revenue officers. One OF them
pretended to arrest him, and bring him with
his truck latter the barrels had been taken away
IN another track by the third mani 10 the
uasd States Marshal but at the corner OF Morton street
they allowed him to 60 Free The vhskey valued at
500 II would about time for the police 70 keep
sharper lookout than they do for these bogus revenue
ocefs and catmen should understand that every man
not having the proper credentials and who represents
himself - . revenue officer ID liable TO arrest
snxURn on wHsKKY.
Inspectors Catln and Craig yesterday sesed forty
three barrels Of whiskey In the Eastern District ON the
charge that the special tax the same had not been
paid
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

MARRY HER FIRST. Many years
ago, in what is now fourishing city
lived q stalwart blacksmith, fond Of
his pipe and joke. He was also
fond ofhis blooming daughter, whose
many graces and charms had en-
shared the affections of a suscepti-
BILE young printer. The couple,
after q season of billing and cooling,
"engaged themselves and nothing
but the consent of the young lady's
"parient," prevented their union.-
To obtain this, an interview was ar
ranged, and the typo prepared a lit
tie speech to admonish and convince
the old gentleman, who sat enjoying
his favorite pipe in content. Typo
dilated upon the fact Of their long
friendship, their mutual attachment,
their hopes for the future, and like
topics and taking the daughter by
the hand, said: ~ now, sir, ask
your permission to translate this
lovely flower from'its parent bed
but his "phelinx" overcame him,
forgot tho remainder of his oration
flushed, blushed, stammered, and
finally wound up with-''irom its
parent bed, into my own"
The father keenly relished the
discontinue of the suitor, and re-
moving his pipe, and blowing a
cloud of smoke, replied:
"Well, young man, / don't know
as I've any objections, PROVIDED You
WILL MARRY HER FIRST"
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

WAsmINeToN, June 22.-The fol-
lowing is Sickles' letter to the Adju-
tant General:
al have the honor to request that
i may be relieved from command in
this district, and i respectfully de-
mand a court of inquiry upon my
official action that may vindicate
myself from the accusations Of the
Attorney General, published, it is
presumed, with the appreciation Of
the President Congress having de-
clared the so-called State govern
ments Illegal, the declaration Of the
Attorney General that the military
authorities had not suPereded thems
presents the execution Of the re-
construction act disarms me OF
means to protect life, property or
the rights Of citizens, and menaces
all interests in these States with
rrir
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

---s-s-o-o -
CURIosITIEs IN THE PARIS EXPO
sITIoN.-The following are among
the curiosities of the Paris Exposi-
tom .a "ll" 1I.s
From Madrid comes a show of
Liliputian mounted guns, TO each
carriage six mules, beautifully made
in oak and steel perfect squadron
of mules, likewise, each bearing a
piece of artillery or part Of car
riage on its saddle, evidently inten-
ded to show how Spanish artillery
is conveyed across the rugged pass
es of the Sierras, which intersect SO
many parts of the peninsula. 1.
Switzerland comes out strong in
tho carving line. Specially admir-
able is a clock, ornamented by a
heron, the size of life, in the act of
defending itself against the attack
of serpent. The attitude of the
bird indicates terror and courage,
while, with open beak, flying at a
reptile, 1t shields its young with an
outstrctched wing, it endeavors TO
shelter the young bird, which, with
the pluck of its race, likewise is pre-
pared TO strike for its life. This
work is carved from a single block
of wood. The lamps which serve
rs pendants spring from a circle Of
long reeds, some of which are brok-
en- at their base are wild ducks and
young water fowl the size Of life.
Among many beautiful watches
is one which exhibits one with n
dial which shows the time at Paris,
Mexico, New York, st. Petersburg
and ConstantinOple and the famous
chronograph or timekeeper for races.
etc, which, by means os compli-
Gated arrangement too long 10 des
cribe. prints TO the tenth ola second
on its face the time at which great
events are begun, and at which they
end.
A repeater exhibits on its tace an
engraving of dog chasing a swan
The dog is an exquisitely trained
animal, aud has passions are perfect
w under CoBtrol, for he res;raiBs
his anger until be feels a slight pres
sure on the spring o. the repeater-
and then be baTas ihs a0uTs at thC
drsnE SVEN.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06


TOUCHING INcIDEST-The Lynch
burg Virginian relates the following
touching incident:
'Agentleman who was on his way
Sunday evening last, to visit the
grave of a young brother, who died
in the Confederate service, discov-
cred just as he reached the gate Of
the cemetery, three former servants
Of the family approaching the grave
with flowers snd eyergreens in their
hands. Keeping ont Of their view
until they reached the grave, when
one Of them climbed over the rail-
ing, took the flowers and evergreens
from his companions and laid them
tenderly on the grave Of his former
young master.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

now mounted tho hill, which
was tho centre of so much intense
interest during the battle-that on
which Ayers battery was once
planted, captured, recapturod, and
again taken finally by the enemy
where the house of Mrs, Henry had
stood and sho was killed by u can
non ball as sho lay i'll in bod-wherc
General Bee fought his Goorgians
against Hunter till one regiment
had but sixty mon left, where Bar
tow fell, pierced by a musket ball
through the head, whore, at last,
Jackson's men "stood like u stone
wall long enough to enable Gen,
Bco to rally his men by their ex-
ample, and TO give deatlless name
to that brave and devoted rebel
commander. Tho crest of this hill,
within twenty feet oftho foundation
stones Of the Henry house, is sur.
mounted by n neat monument of
rough hewn red stones, about
twelve feet high, crowned atits apex
with n solid conical shot, and with
four huge cannon balls at the four
corners. r
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06
RATES or AOvRNTisINGi

RATES or AOvRuTissNG
one square sniinss Of this ..s nps) ~ 90 Tor the
nrst and Is oenis for each additional ihsariion,
Hs-Our charge far announcing candidate for
rta,e or Distrat ooas Ia sih aud for County OF Pre-
sinct Offices 81 60, payable Invariably when ihe
announcement h made,
Ss-The shoye advertising rates are In currency,
specie received At IT. market value
So Wheat, OF produce of any kind that We eau
us. taken at The bos market price, Tor all dues 70
this oiicc. .
so-JOU WORK OF all kinds cSec"trd
with aeasne.. aud dispatch
AGENTS..
Ms..r.. y, @, wuAnIos Co, No, IS Common
street, New Orleans, La, are the osii Avrnohiltp
Aysn,. lo that city, 10 obtain and collect unbscrip'
slons and advertisements for the Dallas Herald
Booru nEssrrr. Galveston.
s,s,1Y' ssITm a co., 81 broadway. New York city.
CIrr. ions W. LAsH, AusIIs, Texas
Cant, yAsrEn W. Joussos, Kaufman, Texas
Il. Turner, ESQ, Fort Worth; ,,
mr., Hawkins, Esq., waxahaehle Kills esaey
Cant A, J. HALL. Weaiherford, Parker Co.. Texas
t'Iyus A CAurrsrEn. Decatur, Wis" County, Texas
I'M. MoNIEL. aud S, A. vrsrsrs, EsqS'' Denton
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06
VOL. XIV, NO. i2....wHOLE NUMBER. 7ls.

But tell il ut once, and IL may go as
on the wings of the wind, increasing
with each breath, ill IL has gone
through tho State, and has brought
to the grave one who might have
been q blessing to the whole, world,
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

A watch for the blind has on tho
outside of the face n movable run OF
metal, which, on being turned, stops
in such a manner that tho hour
may bc known by counting certain
little knobs that project from tho
sides Of the watch.
Eggs with iron shells will be u
inct at the exposition. A Berlin
chemist caused his hens to produce
them by feeding them on a prepa-
ration in which iron was made to
take the place of lime.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

Mrs. SURRATT.-The New York
Times says: There are thousands
Of people who believe that Mrs.
Surratt was wholly innocent of the
crime for which she was hung-that
she was not in any sense q party to
it, or cognizant of the intention Of
Booth and his confederates to assas-
sinate President Lincoln. Baker
who acted as head detective for the
War Department during the war,
has recently published statement
that Mrs. Surratt confessed to him
that she was guilty, but that she
yielded to the plan of assassination
only after good deal of urging by
Booth. This statement commands
very little credence, from the very
obvious consideration that if any
such confession had been made,
Baker would have been summoned
as q witness on tho trial. 1t should
also be remembered that Payne, who
attempted to assassinate Mr.. Seward,
and who knew all about the conspi.
racy in which he was so prominent
an actor, declared in the most SOL
emn manner, just before his execu-
ton, that Mrs. Surrattknew nothing
whatever about it. Mr.. Baker,
book seems to be filled with the
most cxtravagant and absurd. in,
yentions upon nearly every point
to which it relates. 1t is evidently
published to make a sensation, rather
than to tell the truth.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

A New JERSEY DUoHEss.-Evcry
one of a "certain age" in Borden
town, in this State, remembers the
long faxen curls and bright blue
eyes of Anne Murat, q pretty little
girl who lived in Park street, with
her father tho princo-son Of the
skiing of Naples" After the star of
Louis Napoleon began it's ascent in
the political armament of France
her family left this country for Eu
rope, and when Louis became en-
peror, of course the fortunes Of An
ne as well as Of the rest Of the
Murats wero made. Murat had
married Miss Frazer, descendant
of an aristocratic English family, one
of the principal members of which
w% Gen, Frazer, of tho British
When Napoleon was conquered
at last, his followers wero obliged to
find asylums in other lands Joseph
Bonapart and tho younger Murat
coming to America and settling in
this State, Joseph managed to
bring with him q pretty full treasu-
ry, but that of Murat was empty
enough and his family were reduced
almost to poverty. The change
that camo over their fortunes in
consequence of Napoleon the thirds
success, was, therefore, all tho more
marked and welcome. The daugh-
ters--second cousins to the emperor
-ofcourse made advantageous mar
riagcs; that of Anne to the duke of
Mouchy occurring quite recently.
Those who were acquainted with
the family in the days of their ad-
versity will be glad to learn all a.
bout them in their present exalted
situation. The country residence
of the duchess, the chateau de
Mouchy, would seem from tho de-
scription, to be a most delightful
and princcly retreat, altogether un-
like the Park street establishment
Bordentown, which is still standing
and has been turned into a sort Of
tenement house. The chateau is
built on an ,eminence from which
you descend by seventeen terraces
to the fiat country. .
The name of the baby son of An
ne is long enough for that of a king,
viz: Napoleon, Eugene, Emmanuel,
Marie, Joseph Francis, by which
last he is to be designated, in mem
orv Of the dukes only brother, who
died q few years ago. Tho duchess
is said to be even more eprepossessing
in appearance now than before her
marriage. Ne,cdrk Advertiser.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

SLANDER.-Yes you pass it along,
whether you believe it or not; and
that one sided whisper against the
character of virtuous female, you
don't believe it, but you will use
your influence TO bear up the false
report and pass it on the current
Strange creatures are mankind
How many regulations have been
lost by surmise. How many hearts
have bled by whispers. How many
benevolent deeds have been chilled
by the shrug of shoulder. How
many individuals have been shun-
ned by a gentle, mysterious hint
How many chaste bOsOms have been
wrung with grief at a single nod
How many graves have been dug
BY false report. Yet You viii pass
the slander along. You will keep it
above the water by wag of your
tongue. when You might sink II for
ever. Destroy the passion for tale
telling we pray. Lisp not a word
that nav injure the character Of
another. Be determined to listen
TO no story that is repeated 70 the
injury Of another, and "a far rs you
are eorce-rel. ti.e sisnlar VIII die.
Dallas herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1849-1873, 1867-07-06

The Postmaster General states
that no less than s2,000. 900 are nov
in the hands Of Clerks Of Post Of
foes destitute # rosimas-Srs.