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That's. Very Odd. :"

A gentleman was recounting his travels
one evening after dinner to q friend, and
commenced in this way: -"When was
travelling in Russia, was attacked, in
crossing forest, by pack of twelve
wolves, and from my post-chaise window,
fired my revolver and killed the first
wolf; and, strange to say, his companions
stopped and devoured him, and thencan1e.
on again in the fight ] shot another, and
my postillion killed a third, both of which
were devoured, and SO we went on until
only one volt remained, and l killed HIM
as we were entering the town, and Lob.
served that he was immensely fat. He,
of course, had devoured all his compan-
ions.n ~
aDear me-" said the friend, "that'svery
odd.a 80 .-7.a9s'
.very odd," said the traveller, sebut not
near SO odd as that which happened onthel
following day. Il was out shooting ;yante--
lopes, and fired at one as eastood onstop,
of a crag, and, odd to say, the ball passed,
through his neck, and killed another which
was standing on. a crag aquarter Of mile
further off, -. ..-i.. szS-sss
aThats very odd," said his friend. 80,
eyes, but the odd part of the story,,is.
to come. The report of my rife SO alarm.
ed an old he bear which happened to be,
up in tree. that he fell to the ground,
broke his neck, and died onthe spot." 80, 49,,
"Well," said the friend, "upon my soul,
that's very odd" -
eyes, odd" said the traveller, abut not
so odd as the sequel to my story. a
thunderstorm came on and sought refuge
in hollow tree, and, to my horror, | de-
scended into a nest of young bears, where
had not been very long when | heard
strange tapping, the unmistakable signsof
the return of the she-bear - az 2ss
She ascendel the tree and was descending
the hollow. With the rapidity OF light
ming seized by her tail and plunged my
hunting-knife into her launches, upon
which she started upward, dragging me-
with her, and as she went dawn one. side!
of the tree, escaped by the other. $50
"Now, really, that's very odd" J" said the,
friend, s'tor it's the first time in my life. j;
ever heard of a bear with q tail.ae zf-e
eyes, replied the traveller. '.and it was
the only time / ever met with one, and
that's very odd" ~ Il. 70
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self, promoted and quietly. suhmittedtt
the 4,usurpations of the President and
Eon1reSSs
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1867-05-29

(, = Cheat u a'physician by leading a tenn
perate life, and the lawyer by keeping
out of debt.
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The Intelligeift

Having recently made considerable additions to
this department, we are prepared to execute
JOB WORK OF ALL KINDS,
In the neatest style and on the most reasonable
terms. Legal Blanks, Bill Heads, Posters, Cards,
Handbills. Pamphlets, Labels, and in fact every
style of work usually done in country Printing
Office.
s@ In all cases, the money will be required
upon delivery of the work. Orders, accompanied
NTH the cash, will receive prompt attention
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
FROM CAIRO.

CAIRO, March 5.-The Kate Robinson,
from New Orleans for Cincinnati, passed
up at midnight. The Minneola, from
Memphis for CINCINNATI, at one am.
Sam. J. Hale, from Cincinnati to Mem
phs, passed down at four am. The
Liberty No 4, and barges, from Cincin-
natl, at eleven am. The Mississippi
and Glasgow were debarred by the
storm. They left here at noon. The
Submarine, from ST. Louis for Mobile,
passed down at three pm. Tho May
Flower, Evansville and Cairo packet,
from Cincinnati for Memphis, at four
pm.
The river has fallen three inches
Weather cloudy. Mercury, 800. Bust
ness is active.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
BY TELEGRAPH.
MIDNIGHT DISPATCHES
LATEST FROM ALL QUARTERS
FROM NASHVILLE.

NAsHvILLE, March 5.-The river is
rising slowly. Weather cold and cloudy.
The apprehensions of a food dre de-
creasing.
Arriyed-s. s. Graham, Celina and
Ida, from Cincinnati, and ]. ii. Trode,
from Louisville.
Departed-Tyrone, for Cairo; Rowena,
for Cincinnati, and Columbia for Pitts
burg. ..
Governor Brownlow has issued an
order for the organization of the volun-
teer force, to serve for three years, and
to be paid, when in actual service, os
provided for the United States army,
the force to be subject to his order as
commander-in.chief, and to act as mill
tary police to preserve the public peace
and protect the people.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
FOREIGN.

vienna, March 5-The Eastern ques-
ton is becoming more complicated. Dis
patches received from the South indi-
cate a general rising of Christians is
feared.
LONDON, March ga dispatch from
Dublin says that it is rumored that the
capture of the Fenian Colonel, O'ConSor,
is untrue. The man arrested proves to
be another party.
Consols, steady; 5-2Os, 7Si.
LIvERPooL, March Cotton quiet
aud declined I'd last evening; middling
l3Bd; provisions generally firm; lard
5O@6Oc; breadstuffs quiet and steady.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
sixty-Five Prize Medals.
worlds Fair, London.
THALBERG's OPINION.

az consider Chickering & Sons Pianos be-
You'd comparison, the best have seen IN
America. ). HALBEhd,
"Chair'n Jury on Musical Instruments"
Among the chief points of excellence of the
Chickering Pianas, of which speak tho re-
nowned artists in their congratulatory testimo.
mails to the Messrs. Chickering, are the greatest
possible depth. richness and volume OF tone,
combined with rare brilliancy, cloarness and
perfect evenness throughout the entire scale (;
and, above all, n surprising duration OF sound,
the pure and sympathetic quality OF which
never changes under the most delicate or pow
rful touch.
During the past forty-three years this firm
has manufactured
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FROM LOUISVILLE.

LOUISVILLE, March 5.-The river rose
IA inches from dark, Monday, to noon,
Tuesday, and is still rising at the rate
of II inches per hour, and will be again
in the houses on the levee tonight.
Arrivals Bermuda, Tempest, Nash
vile, Empire and Memphis.
Departed-Cora s., for White river.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
Comp. GIycerIne Hair Tonic.

Thi, Tonic will stop The hair falling of. will
efrectually remove dandrull and, as dressing.
will far surpass any of the pematums or greasy
preparations now IN use. To those especially
who are prejudicod against the use of oils or
greasy preparations, and at the same time re-
ouire something to cleanse and beautify. the
hair. without even soiling the most delicate
fabric. this Tonic commends ITSELF Price, only
d. Y. GOODYEAR,
$40 Second St., Druggist and Apothecary.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
FROM NEW YORK.

New York, March Sit was Coma
lez Gregg, President of the State of Boil
War, who was killed by his body guard,
instead of Gonzalez Garseo, as reported.
A small rebellion took place in Chill,
but the army has been suppressed.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
EUROPEAN TESTIMONIALS.
Received during the month of August, 1866.

LONDON, July p, 1866.
MISSES CHIcKERINo d SoNs-Gents: have
much pleasure in enclosing docUuent signed
by the first composers. musicians and profess
sors in Europe. held your Pianos in such
high estimation wide my certihcate) that felt
rope to ascertain the opinion of my professional
brethren. The enclosed certificate will prove
how unanimous they have been on the subject.
I beg to forward, at the same time, a letter |
received from my friend Mr.. Collard, which
am sue must be gratifying to you.
have the honor TO be, gentlemen, yours very
truly, JAMES NJ. WE'LL.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
FROM WASHINGTON.

WASHINGTON, March Sin the House,
W. ]. Ordway was elected Sergeant-at-
Arms; Chas. E. Lippincott, Doorkeeperi
W. S. King, Postmaster; and Rev. Mr..
BoYnton. Chaplain.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
LUMBER +! LUMBER !
Large and weN Assorted Stock of
Cypress and Poplar Lumber
AT @. NJ. vENABLE's sAw-MILL.

WE HAVE NOW ON HAND AND ARE
w constantly saving Cypress and Poplar
Stills, j oists, Corner Posts, Seantling, Studding,
Rafters, Bridging, Strips, !, IL and 2ineh clear
Cypress and Poplar Plank, rough Flooring and
Misunderstanding, common inch Plank, Sheet
ing, Fencing and Fence Posts, Pickets. Laths
and Shingles. which will be sold at favorable
prices to CASH purchasers.
Dimension Timbers sawed TO order. Orders
filed on short notice. Teams always at hand
and strict attention given to the delivery OF
Lumber.
Mills and Lumber Yard on WOLF river, i'm
mediately north of Bayou Gayoso, Memphis.
% - GRO. c. & JOS. YENABLE. Agents.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

"I consider Chickering & Sons Pianos SUI
perior to any in the world.
"They are unrivaled for their singing quail
ties and for the harmonious roundness of their
tone. There is a perfect homogeneity through
out all the registers. The upper notes are re-
markable fer u clearness and purity which do
not find in any 9th er instrument, while the base
is distinguished for power without harshness
and for a magnifcen. sorority"
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
WEHLI.

"Your Pianos are superior to any have ever
seen in this country or in Europe.
have never heard q tone so perfect; it
yields every expression that is needed in music,
and its quality is capable Of change to meet
every sediment. This is a rare power. and is
derived from the perfect purity of its tone, to-
gether with its sympathetic, elastic and we'll
balanced touch"
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10000 PIANOS,

In the construction of which they have intro
They have invariably been selected and used
by all of the worlds acknowledged great artists
who have visited this country professionally,
both for private and public use.
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POZNANSKI.

During the past eight years have con.
stantly played upon the justly-celebrated Erard
Pianos; yours are the only instruments that |
have found. either here or in Europe, to equal
them in all their points of excellence"
WdtsoRs Art Journal, of Nov. IL. 1865, says:
MADAME Abel performed on the new Chicken
ing Grand, which took the Gold Medal at the
Fair of the Massachusetts, Charitable Meehan-
les Association, held at Boston last month.
II Is the no5lest Instrument Ioe ever heard IN
a concert room."
It may be satisfactory TO our patrons and
friends among the public at large to state that
testimonials have been received from all the
leading artists who have visited or are now re-
siding in the United States few of whose
names, besides those above, VIC append:
Leo. De Meyer, K. Hoffman,
NJ. Strakosch, Alfred Jael,
Gustav Satter, Julien.
II. Sanderson, J.. Benedict
Arthur Napoleon, And many Others.
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LoSDox, Jan. IA, 1866.

LONDON y an. "a, 1910.
james ". Wehi, Eso.:
My DEAR SIR: have great pleasure in
asking you 10 convey TO Messrs. Chickering the
expression Of my highest approval Of their in
strument 1t is / consider. not merely the best
instrument of American manufacture that
have tried, but one of the finest Grand Piano
Fortes that has ever come under my Obserya-
lion and the Messrs. Chiekering may well be
proud of having turned out from their manu-
factory an instrument which, for tuch. quality,
power and workmanship, il would be very diff
cult to surpass in any part Of the wide world.
Dear sir, very sincerely yours.
CHAS. ID. C0LLARD.
Firm Of Collard Il Collard. PianO-Forte Manu-
facturers. London.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

Onion Sets and Buttons. red and silver skin
Clover Seei. red and white Turnip Seed, all
kinds, fresh and genuine, for sale by
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
THE OXFORD FALCON,
3. NJ. THOMPSON. Proprietor,
OXFORD, MISS

THIS PAPER Is PUBLISHED IN A
wealthy and populous section Of country,
The University town Of Mississippi. a. which
place i locaied the United etatos District Court
ior the Northern District u Mississippi.
To the bus ness men % VI emphis ] would re-
orcctfuiiy offer the colnmusof the FALCON as
tho brsf medium through which they can com
rauuicate 20 the citizens Of Laiay cite and ad-
joining counties.
q ten lines " lcss 81 Sd Tor the frst insertion.
ara IS cents for aach Subsequent insertion.
Special roiiccs 21rents per line.
Tho usual dC1uciiun VIII uc made on month
b. nli yearly advertisements. lcod-tl
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
DRUGS.
ID. H. GOODYEAR,
Druggist and ApOthecarJ
$40 sECONDsT., MEMPHIS.

4 ANDRETHs GARDEN SEEDS, FRESH
= ana genuine Is. \. GOODYEAR.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

lis with feelings Of pride, as American man.
ufacturers, that we publish the following testi-
monials. which have been received by us re-
Gently. N..
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
THALBERGf
'GOTTSCHALK.

"I consider Chickering & Sons Pianos, boz
yond comparison. the best have ever seen in
America
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

Having this day disposed Of my interest in
the Drug Store ofGilhert Higbee to MANS
FIELD x IIIGBEE, | most cordially recon-
mend them TO my friends, and earnestly be-
sneak for them continuance of the liberal pa
tronage extended to our old firm. Well salts
fed OF their business requirements and skill as
Druggists, / wish for them the same success
which has attended the late partnership Of
Gilbert 4 Higbee. DR.. >. GILBERT.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
Acuo pills, commonly called Blood Makers.

To those afflicted with one, two or three
weeks Chills, and for the enhancement Of the
spleen, these Pills are commendable.. For Neu-
ralga they are unexceptionable, giving per-
manent and lasting relief, Any Physician in
good standing can obtain the prescription, and
see from what they ave composed. Prepared
only by d. +. GOODYEAR, at his Drug and
Apothecary Store, $40 Second street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

LoSD0S, July 20, 1865.
MEssRs. CHTcKERING a SOSs,-Gents: have
Just been invited by Messrs. Collard TO try
lirand Piano-F0rte manufactured By you. and
have no hesitation in indorsing the opinion
of my old friend, Mr.. G. D. Collard. viz. That
il Is the finest instrument that ever played on.
Believe me. gentlemen. most faithfully yours,
J. l.. HATION.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

LONDON, August q. 1865.
James N. Wehh. EsQ.:
b MY DEAR SIR: As you are going back TO the
United States must beg you TO remember me
kindly 10 the Messrs. Chickering. Tell them
was delighted with their Grand Piano-FOrte-
as good an Instrument. l think, tods eUer
uTned out, both IN touch and tone.
Wishing you, ETC.,
I in avar trtf1v
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

Pure Drugs. Fresh Drugs, Chemical. fine
Perfumery, Combs, Brushes, Sponges, Patent
Medicines an Fancy Goods Just received and
for sale by ID. II. GOODn EAR.
10 Apothecary, $40 Second ST.. Memphis.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06
Australian Crystal SpectacIes,


The best artificial aid to the human vision ever
invented, which can be obtained at his office.
His Glasses last number of years without
changing. He gives great relief to patients
VIII have suffered from defective vision for any
number Of years. These Spectacles are scien
tifically adjusted to every case Of defective
sight with unerring accuracy, whether arising
from age, disease, strain, Oyerwork or prema-
ture decay, by DR.. NJ. Berndardt on new and
exact principal, entirely his own, which has
seldom failed to be correct.
His certificates are Endorsed by the Medical
Faculty and Clergy of Memphis, Tenn, and of
every other city that he has visited; and is in
tr0duced into our community by the following
distinguished gentlemen
A. K. Taylor, NJ. D.
John R. Frayser, NJ. d.
z. Miles Willett NJ. D., 1O4 Adams street.
John Pitman, NJ. D,
H. r. Hopson, NJ. d.
George R. Grant, NJ. D.
Rev. Mr.. j. 0. stedman..
Rev. Mr.. George White, Calvary Church.
c. A. Davis, Pastor Cum. Pres. Church.
Rev. Mr.. 7. D. Witherspoon.
N. D. Lilly, 0. s. D.
DR.. H. s. Ford, D. D.
DR.. R. w. Creighton.
DR.. Irvine, 4Ol Shelby st.
Testimonials may be seen at the Office of DR..
Befnhardt from many Of the most prominent
men of the country.
Office Hours From 8 am. to pm.
OVERTON HOTEL.
~ Blowing to engagements elsewhere, DR..
BERNHARDT will be able to remain here but
short time only.
SPECIAL NOTICE.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

N. Blowing to engagements elsewhere, DR..
BERNHARDT will be able to remain here but
short time only.
SPECIAL NOTICE.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

of NV old friend, Mr. c. d. Collard. viz. That
il Is the finest instrument thatI ever played on.
Believe me. gentlemen. most faithfully yours,
J. l.. HATTON.
Testimonials from the Most Distinguished
Artists in Europe TO hessrs. Chickering
G Sons: 60.
Having played upon a Piano-FOrte made By
Messrs. ChickerinR * Sons. OF Boston and New
York, have much pleasure in testifying 70 its
general excellence.
Of touch, and magnificent power for concert
purposes, consider IL q really GRAND PIANO
foRrR. AND DECIDEDLY TIE BEsT HAVE SKY
OF AMERIcAy MANUFACTURE.
ARABzLLA GODDARD, GIuL0 hEeeNoI'
W. KUHR LIEDsAY SL0rFR,
JuLTs BENEDICT. J. MoscHFi.F trof.s-
~. W. BALFE, sor Of Co.'s. .at0irc
B THSi ~ RIcaanps. S. 6nTHuf CsaPrEL.
RFNR FAvARoEE, Director of Monday
SYDNEY sNIrH. Couceris. London.
Certificate from Herr Curf Reiaocte. successor
C,useruafoirs .ad a. Coaducforef re osic5ra
iei ." Ger,caadiaure Coaoeris o. Leipsio.
LEIrsfc July, 1870.
I hereby assert and arm that the Grand
piauo-Forte Of Chickering a Sqns Of bost1n
and NcW York, which I have tricd and exam
that ever cane 20 my notice.
ILLUSTRATED ALBUMS and Price Lisa
sent By mail.
WAREROOMs,
ESQ Broadway. New York.
s-z-'od
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

Firm Of I. Broadwood & Sons. Piano-Forte
Manufacturers. London.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

ARE NOW. AS THEY EVER, HAZE
"A been, considered THE BEST IN AMEN
ICA, having been awarded
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DRUG WAREHOUSES
Of S. Mansfield & Co.,
Nos. 3OI and sos Main ST.

This combination forms the most complete
Durg Emporium south of New York, where
every facility will now be offered the purchaser
of buying goods in our line at manEtacturers
prices. .
we cordially invite and direct the special at
tention Of all persons TO this establishment be-
fore making their purchases either in the East
or w est, as our object and aim shall be to pro-
vide HOME MARKET, and to defy compe-
tition with all other cities,
Our stock OF Goods is perfect and
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1867-03-06

80 s.,."ns ,be right Of person our borders WIN CHI
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1867-04-17
How they "SWing into Line at the
Beck of Renegade Democrats"

fCanneiton Reporter. (Dem.) April llth.l ]
Northern Democrats look with amaze
aIlent upon any Kentuckian not professed-
ly given over to Radicalism, who supports
at this crisis, or gives his influence to any
other ticket, than that headed by John L.
Helm for Governor. Any other G. urse is
simply and practically giving the Radicals
influence and support.-Csncnafots En-
Qttirer.3'a ss9sut-s At a& ~ 3
Kentucky Democrats are not amazed
that Radicals carry Ohio with overwhelm
ing majorities, when the Democracy are
afflicted with organs who so little compre-
hend the situation, and show so little dis
cretion as the Enquirer.
the lost cause Is a test of political merit,
and a proper basis of Democratic organ1-
Zation? That is precisely the fact in this
State, in the party the Enquirer Is so
anxious to claim as Democratlc
The men who saved this State from the
fate of the other Southern States. don't
want the advice of sore heads who doat on
the outskirts of the Democratic party, IN
the free StlteS-a burden, not a 0enent, TO
the cause of Constitutional liberty
Louisville Democrat. su@yd qfs
The Louisville Democrat states the
case precisely. No wonder Ohio has
been carried overwhelmingly = no
wonder all the States of the North
have been carried overwhelmingly,
when such organs as the Enquirer
obstinately refuse to accept the stu
alton; when such papers as the
Evansville Courier, Rockport Demo-
yat, and Boonville Enquirer swing
into line at the mere beck Of such
renegade Democrats as the men OF
the Louisville Courier.
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1867-04-17
= = = ~ = = = =. =
" The Fall of Richmond. -

The Richmond Enquirer cannot
become reconciled to the new order
of things, and in long article it vio-
lently abuses the colored people for
celebrating. the, Sd of April. We
clip couple of paragraphs: 81
IS For the next hundred or, two years
should Richmond stand so long
the Sd Of April is destined to be af-
ficted with procession of the " eman-
cipated" and their descendants; a
" tramp, tramp, tramp" through the
main streets of the belaced and be-
lacquered societies, and a pow-wow
on Capitol Square, under the statue
Of Washington and his rebellious
compeers. Yesterday was the second
anniversary of the fall of Richmond,
and the old, worn. and latter
ed programme Of last years
performance was again rehearsed;
Thel negroes great and small, of
numerous colors-black, brown, gin.
gerbread and olive with a daub of
the smean white" element, formed in
line and paraded In the squads of the
respective societies they represented.
There were doleful music, prancing
steeds, just released from dray and
cart (for this occasion. only. faunt-
ing banners, inscribed with strange
devices, and any number of yards of
fimsy gewgaws, cheap lace and mus
lin and bogus braid. Strange spec
tacle, was it not, that presented in
Richmond's streets yesterday? a de-
luded people, aoho haze exchanged the
substance for ats shadoao, IN a mock
funeral and ouotioa in commeneoratiom
of ats loss. 81