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Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
WILL .xow, WALKER COUNTY, GA.,
 

June ~, lSDD.
 DR. JOHN BuLL-Dear Sir: have recent ly given your "Worm Destroyer" several trials, and find it wonderfully etiicacious. It has not failed in single instance to have the wished for effect. am doing pretty large country practice and have daily use for some article of the kind. lam free to confess that know of no remedy recommended by the abfest authors that is SO certain and speedy in it's effects. On the contrary they are un- cciteain in the extreme. My object in writ ing you is to find upon what terms l can get the medicine directly from you. If can get it upon easy terms, shall use great deal of it. 1 am aware that the use of such articles is contrary 10 the teachings and practice of q great ma ajority of the rtgaiar line of NJ. D &, but see no just cause or good sense in dis cardng remedy which ~e know to be cfl- cient, simply because we may be ignorant of its combination. For my part. shall make it a rule to use al and any mcaus 10 alleviate suffering humanity which 1 may be able 10 coInmand--not hesi'ating because some one moro ingenious than myself may have learned it's effects first. ard secured the sole right to secure that knowledge. However. l am by no means xn advocate or supporter of the thousands of worthless nostrams thst flood the country. that purport to cure sl manner of disease to which human flesh is heir. please reply soon. and inform me of your best terms. lam. sir. most respectfully,
 JULIUS P. CLEMENT, II. D.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
TRIBUTE OF RESPECT.
HicEoRr PLAIN LODGE, No. 95,(
 0cfaher 3lfh lSER.

HicKoRr PLAIN LODGE, No. 95,l October Both, 1868. WR4ReAs, Bro. ID. F. Branch has been semovcd from our midst by the hand of death that spsrcth none; and F WHErEAs, The Supreme Architect Of the Universe' docth ell things wisely, foe the accomplishment of His own Righteous purposes; therefore bc it K REsoL vHD. That while the feelings Of humanity prompt us Go shed tear for our deceased brother, we submit to this severe dispcnss'iou Of Providence |kvithout . snurmWr.
 l. REsoL LIVED, That in ias death this |community has lost a useful citizen, and the Masonic Fraternity true and kworthy brother whose heart glowed with benevOlence, and who never turned . deaf ear to the voice of dis tress.
 REsoLvED. That we tender our heart felt sympathies to the relatives of our departed brother, and recommend them to that source of Light whence all con solation cometh.
 RESOLVED, That as a mark of our es- teem, we wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days.
 REsoLvED, That a copy of this pre- amble and resolutions be furnished to the family of the deceased, also 10 the Des Arc Citizen for publication.
 k. E. DOVER,
 c. M. GREEN, Com.
 R. A. DUNxuM.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

Ss5- The proprietors of the Little Rock Gazette, have just completed new brick addition to their office, nine- ty by twenty-five feet in dimensions. The Gazette. of the 3rd inst, says:
 -"Having at last succeeded in plant inc the GAZETTE once more on per manent basis. it is our purpose, and win be our highest pleasure, to pro- mote the welfare of our people by a stead fast and constant advocacy of wise measures and good government, spar ing none who may oppose such con- sumation. Until this end is accomp- lished we shall spare no pains, for that pcrmanency that we all SO much desire as esseL tial to the success of ell snter- prises.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

Having had indubitable evidence of its prompt and certain effects from the testimo- ny of multitude of respectable citizens, among whom are classed some of our best physicians, we do not hesitate to recommend this Preparation in all cases of Fever and Ague and Chills and Fever: indeed from the facts in our possession of it's intrinsic value, it would not be too much for us to state that when the directions are strictly complied with, we warrant cure in every case where it is tried. It is pleasant to the taste. and the cheapest medicine in the world. There fore, in truth it may be declared the day is not far distant when it must be appreciated and used in every household where Fever and Ague or Chills and Fever is found to exist
 The wonderful operation of the Texas Tom ic Syrup in neutralizng the effects of mala- rious poison in the human system, can only explain it's extraordinary agency in the speedy. thorough and permanent cure of Chills and Fever or Fever and Ague, and all their kindred diseases, in whatever form of Bilious Complaints they may make their ap- pesrance
 As it's name imports, it is Tonic of rare and medicinal virtues composed of pure and harmless ingredients, and are go united AS to form compound alike skillful in art. beau tful in appearance, and can be taken with SGtety 10 the most utilCate ulIOHs II is the result of q lifetime of experience and practice in a Southern climate, and was new CT known to fail, even where all oshc reme- dies had been tried in vain.
 Those who are unscquanted with the ex traordinary properties of this home produc- ton, manufactured from Roots and Plants indigenous 10 the soil of our ''sunny South, (and leace adapted to the cure og Southern climatic diseasesl are respectfully referred to the certificates of respectable citizens whose names are embraced in s pamphlet which accompanies each bottle; also the en- dorscments of the press in all the Southern States, indicating the many thousand cures already performed by our justly celebrated Texas Tonic Syrup.
 The reports from hundreds of Druggists, Merchants and Dealers, from all parts of the country, are uniform in stating the medicine is safe, certain aud reliable, az substitute for Quimne and the poisonous compounds heretofore generally sold, and is rapidly supplaniing everything of this class.
 As hcm- enterprise it especially com mends itself to the people of this section of the country. who are now struggling in sn effort to do away with old prej udices in favor of foreign produce. and may we not hope foreign "Qgack Nos,rums he proprietors of which. in most cases, are governed hy no thing but mercenary motives, know nothing of the properties of Medicinal Agents, snd care nothing for our interests, except to en- tce our people into tho use of their vile mixtures.
 The Texas Tonic Syrup is packed in eases of two dozen.
 Dealers supplied upon better tcrns than any other remedy affords.
 MANSFIELD & HIGBEE.
 Druggists and Chemists, Solo
 Freprietors, Memphis, Tenn.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

MONK A0AIN.-Wc have heard 1t ru. morcd that Monk, the Missouri thief and Murderer, has paid Fulton county another visit, and killed four or five of her citizens. How much longer can this state of affairs exist3 What has become of the promise made by Judge Baxter that he would do all in his pow CT to have Monk brought to justice 2 Has he ever asked Gov. Clayton to make requisition upon the governor of Missouri for Monk2 If so, has Clayton taken any action in the prem ises. or does he intend to sit with fold ed hands and have the people of the state butchered by a band of outlaws from an adjoining state without an eff fort to project them7 Will some one inform us us?--Jacksonport Herald.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

MORE LIGHr.-Darkncss always makes us moody and uncomfortable, while light produces feeling both cheery and gladsome. We cannot see, how the ancients could enjoy the lux ury of their pipes in the dark. or make use of a gentle nod to signify their ap- probation. of any remark. Those who want a cheap light for the long winter evenings should send an order to G. II. Blood & Co. 344 Main street, Mem phis, who also deal in stoves, tinware, etc.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
Special Notice.

We wish to call the special attention Of our friends 10 the advertisement headed HuR- LsY's AGuE ToNic. This is the best remedy known for Chills, Fever and intermittents Tn any form; now is the season for this dis dressing complaint. It has never been known to fail to effect cure, no matter or how long standing, if used by directions, where all other remedies have failed Iii purely veg etable. and no bad effects from over dosing need be feared-buy one bottle and get cured Also, Hurley's Worm Candy for children. IS the best and most pleasant known; any child will take it. Hurley's Bitters is the most pleasant as we'll as the purest and best now known or offered for sale; and for debility, loss of appetite, cannot be equaled. Also for purifying the blood, nothing equals Dr. Hurley's Comp. Syrup of Sarsaparilla. this is the genuine extract of the root. pr. Sea brooks Soothing Syrup for children is war ranted the best and safest remedy known, or the money refunded--price 25cts. per bottle. Also, his Elixir of Iron and Bark, especially for females it is one of the best Tonics known, and pleasant and easily taken; not lise other remedies of the kind. it does not sicken CT nauscate. If you need any of the above remedies try them, ns we feel confident thsy wip do all we claim for them they are gotten up by men of experience and good chemists who know their bssinsss and gre reliable sRt keeeN
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
BULLS .SARSAP ILL A. A Gcod Reason for the Cap tain's Faith.
READ THE CAPTAINS LETTER AND THE
 LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.


 LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.
 Benton Barracks, Mo. april 30. 1866. Dr. JOHN Eu,L-Doar Sir: Knowing the efficiency of your Sarsaparilla. snd the heal ing ami beneficial qualities il possesses, | send you the following staiemcut ofmy ease. was woGnded about two yesrs ago-was taken prisoner and ce.tned for sixteen months. Being moved so often, my wounds have not healed yet l have not s,t up n moment since l was wounded am shot through the hips. My general health is i'm paired. and need something 10 assist ma ,ure. 1 have more faith in your Sarsaparilla than any thing else l wisL that that is gen uine. Please express me hail aiozcn bottles, and ohli4e
 GAIT C.P JOHNSON.
 -st Leuis. Mo. r. S.-The following w,s written April go. 1855. hy Mrs jsnnie Jchnso1, mother of Capt. Johnson.
 D.. BrLL-peSr Sir: My husband Dr. C. s. Johnson, WA. $ sxiiigul surgsoa ant physi- elan in Central New York, where he died leaving the above ( ?. Johnson to my care. At thirteen years Of age ke lad chronic di- arrhea and scrotuia, for vbieh l gave him your Ssrsaparilla. IT Crsgp iits. have for ten years recommended it 10 many in New York, Ohio, and Iowa. for scrofula fe yer sores, and general debility. Perfect sue cess has attended it. Ti, cvr.s efect.d a sars cassi of serofaia and fsrer seres almost nirdeuiogs. l am very anxious for my son to again have recourse to your Ssrsaparilla He is fearfu, of getting spurious article hence his writing to you for fl. His wounds were terrible, but believe he will recover.
 Respectfully,
 JENNIE JOHNSON.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
MEn,ctL.
DR JOHN BULLS Great Remedies.
Bulls Ccdron BittcrS.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS. Arkansas EEeard From.
 fETiMOyy OF MEDICAL MEN.

Stony Poin'. White Co, Ark. May 2S, '6e. Dn JOHN BuLL--Dear Sir: Last February I was in Louisville purchasing drugs, and got some of your sarsaparilla and Cedron Bitters.
 My son -in-law who was with me in the store, has been down with rheumatism for stnetime. commenced on tho Bitters, and soon found his general health improved. Dr. 0ist, who has been in bad health, tried them, and he also improved.
 Dr. Coffee. who has been in bad health for several years--stomoch and iiper affected-he improved very much b, the use of yonr Bit ters Indeed the Cedron Btters has given you great popularity in this settlement. l think could sell great quantity of your medicines this fall--especially of your Ced- ron Bitters and Sarsaparilla. Ship me wis Memphis, care of Ricket. X Nicely.
 Respectfully,
 c. B WALKER.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

STRANGE, YET TRUR.-That the fe- male community in all sectious, are grunting. suffering and lingering with so many diseases and ailings peculiar to their sex. Is there no balm for them? Is there no relief from SO many female complaints and irregular tiles? Is there no Uterine Tonic to relieve these female -distrcsses, to strengthen the feeble, to remove ob- structions. to quiet the nervous, to re- store, arouse, adorn and beautify the female sex? Yes, we have that medi- cine, and it is Droomgoolc X Co.'S Eng fish Female Bitters.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
RIVER NEWS, WEATHER, ETC

River falling slowly. Weather cool and clear.
 The Des Arc, Capt. Elliott, will be up Wednesday, and return Friday morning.
 The Liberty, Capt. Rice, will be up on Thursday, and down Saturday morning. The Mayfower is behind time.
 The Octavia is due from St. Louis. The Norman is loading at Louisville for White river.
 Read the new advertisement of White River Packet Company in an other column.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
,es-Letters from Georgia report that

s~-Letters from Georgia report that in consequence of the destruction caused by the caterpilars and boil worms, the cotton crop of 1868 will not yield more than half the amount pro- duced in 1867.
 pa- An Iowa paper, intending to tell us prisoner escaped. says: "The constable and prisoner disagreed as to which was the best route, and ss the prisoner has not been heard from since, it is supposed that ho took the wrong road"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
DROMGOOLE & CO.'S ENGLISH FEMALE BITTERS,

\ beautiful medical compound, prepared by class ofregular and experienced physician. who have been practising medicine in the South for twenty years.
 This Female Regulator is a powerful Uterine Tonic. arousing the Womb to heal thy action. thereby curing painful. suppress ed or irregular menstruation, falling of the Womb. Lcuccrrhea or Whites, Liberation and lrritability of the Womb, Swimming and Giddiuess of the Head, Palpitation of the Heart, Melancholy, Sick Headache, Ovarian Disease, Derangement of the Kidneys and Bladder, and all those preculisr complaints affecting.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
Rr.pwHAcKrNs AT NrGHr.-We le

BUsHwHAcKING AT NIGHT.-We learn that on Saturday night last some four or five citizens were riding along the lane near Malone's, about twelve miles from this place on the main Jackson hort road, were fired upon. They were citizens riding on the road--wcre not disguised. Their assailants are re- ported to be negroes instisated by some evil disposed white men. One was badly if not mortally wounded another slightly wounded, and one or two horses were woundcd.-Augusta Sentinel, Nov. 9th.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

r An order has been issued au- thorizing the confinement of soldiers sentenced by court-martial to be con fined in penitentiaries of States m which provision has been made for that purpose.
 RrA report is in circulation thai Hendricks will contest the right of Ba- ker as Governor of Indians, who was elected by fraud in the Richmond pre- oinct. The report gives great sstisiac- tfon at Washington,
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

THE SOUTH TRIUMPHANT.--It gives us pleasure to see that one remedy has at length been discovered, potent 70 subdue that terrible scourge-feTer and Aguc. The remedy to which we refer is Texas Tonic Syrup, the most reliable and only innocent article ever offered to the public. The fact that this remedy is q true Southern prepar- ation, made from material springing from the soil of the Sunny South, IS an additional recommendation. Sold by all druggists
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
MANSEIELD'S Mississippi Diarrhea 8 Cordial! A Rapid, Radical and Nevcr-Failing Specific
 for Cholera, Cholera Morbus, Diarrhna, Dysentery. Collie, Flux. and Looseness of tho Bowels.

BY rnE UsE or rng MIssiss,PPI Dr.RnH1. CORDIAL, DIARRHHA. one of the mos, fatal diseases known in the Valley of the Missis- sippi, is rapidly and radically cured-hence it's name. II will, also, when taken accord ing to directions, most assuredly cure al cases of Cholera, Cholera Morbus. Collie, dys- entery, and all diseases of the Bowels.
 It is prescribed by the first Western and Southern physicians, and used in the hospi- tsls of the country as q standard remedy.
 THOUSANDS OF SOLDIERS AND CtTi- ZENS have cen cured by the use of this Cordial; ssd il may properly be termed the GREAT MEDICINE OF THE SOUTH AND WEST
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
WIFE, MOTHER and SISTER
cad few extracts from letters.

Read few extracts from letters.
 '.English Female Bitters cured me of fal.- ing of the Womb" ..My wife carried six bot ties to Pine Bluff, two bottles cured her of LeucorrhGs and she sold the remainder" ''Send one bottle English Female Bitters for Pslpitation and Sick Headache" Three bottles of English Female Bitters cured my wife of Painful Menstruation." 70, feel so much better after using English Female Bitters. it strengthens me" "Four bottles of English Female Btters buried my wife of Liberation of the Womb"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

hrIn reading thc new advertise ment of F. Gates X Bro. in this issue, 1t will be discovered that they have, in addition to large stock of dry goods and clothing, fine assortment of fami- ly groceries and plantation supplies They have heavy stock of winter clothing bought this fall. and dry goods and notions in great variety and abun- dance. All in quest of cheap goods should call on them and examine their stock; they take pleasure in showing their merchandise and offering it in ex- change for greenbacks. Read and be proftcd.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
MARKETS. &c.
CITIZEN OFFICE, DEs ARC, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 1868.

Business quite lively and brisk the past week, with the exception of elec- ton day. It is thought cotton will not come in very fast for the next fortnight. as the farmers will be gathering their corn crop during this time. Cotton has ranged some higher, selling from 2l@22}1 cents, 504 bales has come to market, received as follows:
 Stewart, Gwyna x Co. has received l93 bales, lS7 of which they bought.
 McLaren x Allen has received 6l bales. 40 of which they bought.
 Walt < Co.,, received 8 bales all of they bought.
 Gates X Bro. received l5 bales all of which they bought.
 Thomas, Gill X Co. received l62 bales 94 of which they bought.
 DIES ARC PRICES CURRENT.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

Go TO THE SOUTHERN HOTEL. MEM rHIs, TENN.-This popular Hotel is very centrally located, being two souarcs from the steamboat landing. The proprictors being old citizens claim large share of the travelling public. particularly the planters and merchants of Arkansas and Mississip- pi, steamboat and railroad officers. The charges have been reduced from S3 co to S2 co per day. Families at reduced rates. Free passage to guests for the hotel from steamboats and railroad dcpots by omnibus, street railroad cars and hotel carriages. Ho- tel porters on arrival of boats and trains will exchange checks for bag gage. Don't forget the Southern Hotel.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
BULLS WORM DESTRO Y K R. To my United Sta es and WOrld-
 wide Keaa1erN

I have received many testimonials from professional and medical men, AS my alma macs and various publications have shown, all of which are genuine. The following let ter from & highly educated and popular phy- sician in Georgia. is certainly one of the most sensible communications have ever received. Dr. Clement knows exactly what he speaks of, and his testimony deserves to be written in letters of gold. Hear what the Doctor says of BULLS WORM DESTROYER:
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
Blood nn(l Bone s

Are composed of certain materials which be- come greatly changed from the effects of many constitutional diseases, such as Skin Diseases, Eruptions on the Face, broken down Constitutions, Shattered Nerve, Effects of Mercury, Scrofula, Glandular Tumors and Swellings, old Ulcers. and Sores of long stan : ding and all that class of diseases where the blood has become impure, and this condition of your blood must be changed. altered, be- fore you can expect 10 get we'll. and for this purpose nothing is better than
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

pTThe Little Rock and Fort Smith railroad enterprise is again agitated. Colonel William P. Denckla, who rep resents the interests of the road, gives an encouraging account of the pros poets of the company.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

A@Save all the old cotton rags and bring them to the "Citizen off1ce." We want twenty bales.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10

We would call the attention of our readers to tho fact that they can exchange corn for meal at any time, at the Les Arc Mills.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
Smiths Tonic Syrup!
 FOR THE CUHEOF AS . g 4 x . ' EvlE.
 OR CHILLS & FEVER.

The proprietor of this celebrated medicin jns,ly claims for it superiority over all remedies ever offered to the public for the safe, certain, speedy. and permanent euro of Ague and Fever, or Chills and Fever, whether of short or long standing. He refers to the entire Western and Southwestern country to bear him testimony 10 the truth of the as sertion, that in no case whatever will it fail to cure, if the directions are strictly followed and carried out. In great many cases a single dose has been sufficient for cure, and whole families have been cured by single bottle, With . perfect restoration of the gen eral health. IL is, however. prudent, and in every case more certain to cure, if it's use is continued in smaller doses for a week or two after the disease has been checked, more ca pecially in diihcult and long-standing cases. Usually. this medicine will not require any aid 10 keep the bowels in good order; should the patient, however. require csthartie medicine. after having taken three or four doses of the Tonic. single dose of BULL S VEGETABLE FAMILY FILLS will be sufh- eient.
 DR JOHN BULLS Principal ofhee:
 No. 40 Fifth, Cross Street,
 LOCISVILLE, KY. All of tho above for sale by
 .J. M. BURNEY.
 >et7. DFs tKc AEK
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
SPECIAL NOTICES.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS. EXTRA SPECIAL NOTICE.

Beware of Counterfeits! Smiths Tonic Syrup has been counterteited, and the counterfeiter brought to grief
 smiths Tonic syrup.
 The genuine article must have Dr. John Bulls private Stamp on each bot tic. Dr. John Bull only has the right to manufacture and sell the original John Smiths Tonic Syrup of Louis vile, Ky. Examine well the label on each bottle. Ii my private stamp is not on the bottle, do not purchase, or you will be deceived. See my column ad- vertisement, and my show card. will prosecute any one infringing on my right. The genuine Smiths Tonic Sy- rup can only be prepared by myself.
 The public's servant.
 Louisville, Ky. DR. JOHN BULL.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
W. s. PICKETT < co, Successors 10 Hcr'nsiey, Pickett l Col Cotton Factors and General Commission
 MFR RCHA NTS

As liquidsting partner of the late firm of Wormeloy. Pickett < Co.,. shall continue the Cotton Fac,orage and General Commission Business, under the above styie. and solicit coAsignments of Cotton and other Produce, on which liberal advances will be made when required. successful experience of more than twenty yeara in this business. is the best guarantee 1 can offer for fidelity and despatch in promoting the interests of my patrons. W. s. PICKETT. Memphis. ssct. %. less, ,--cs,3o-ev
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-11-10
EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM

PROVIDENCE, ALA. May IS. 1866. DR. JoHx BULL: send you $S0 for CED- RON BirrEss; please send what it will come to aftcr paying freight to Columbus. Miss. | have been troubled for several years with indigestion: have had 10 take pills every night for ten or fifteen years, and in Februa- ", 1864. was attacked with general paraly- sis was confined to my room for the bal snee of the year; and. in fact, continued in . very weak and nervous condition until some two months since. when I was put under an operation, and your CxpRoS BirrKRs for treatns snt. I commenced improving right swsy, sad .. pretty well restored.
 Yours truly,