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Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

to be broken. But the cash system
 we'll observed and practical will build
 up and establish any people, and pre-
 pare them for diversity as we'll as for
 prosperity. The credit system always
 has and always will ruin both the cred
 itor and the debtor; for on the part of
 the creditor 1t blecds and depletes him
 of whatever means he may set out with ; and on the part of the debtor it bcgets
 extravagance, indoIence, and want of
 self-respect and self-reIiance. But it
 is pleasing feature that sad experience
 has introduced, in this our day, that all
 business men of any note have adopted and are rigidly carrying out the honest cash system hence our prospects are
 far brighter now, than in days of other
 years-and may we strictly adhere to the cash system. How those profess ing to be Christians, can from time to time buy on a credit, without any
 probability of paying, with the solemn injunction staring them in the face "Owe no man any thing" is hard for us to decide. But brighter and better day is dawning upon us in regard to the credit or swindling system. The ordeal through which the Southern people have just passed, has taught us an important lesson on this subject, and may we never forget it. The signs of the times betoken brighter and better future; our prospects are decidedly encouraging. No people have higher and better inducements for effort and action than the people of Arkansas and her people are beginning to realize their advantages and resources-pa- tience and perseverance will in few years, place Arkansas as one of the first States in the great tier of southwestern States, in agriculture, commerce and the arts. K.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
e Citizen.
 THE PROSPECTS.

It seems to be one of the laws of our being to look ahead and anticipate coming events. The prospects of things interest business men every where, hence the constant inquiry--how is crops? what are the prospects from the time the seed is cast into the ground till the proceeds are pocketed. But what arc the prospects relative to crops in Arkansas or more immediately in Prairie county? It may be safely an- swered, never better than now. True it is, that the heavy rains in July, Au- gust and September damaged the cot ton and corn to some extent-in some places more, in others less-but had the seasons been tempered to the crops from the goth of July till now, more corn and cotton would have been made than could be gathered, and prices would have gone down to mere nomi. nal amounts; as it is, most farmers have as much cotton and corn as they can possibly gather between this and the first of January next. Hence ouI prospects are decidedly fiattering
 Most of our prudent and economica
 farmers will feel in easy circumstance when they gather, sell and realize tn, proceeds of the present crop, and tn, country will for the first time in mum
 Der of years, feel relieved from deb
 that has hung upon it like an i'll omened incubus. It matters not how much property people may have O
 hold if they are in debt for it, and tn
 interest of the debt is all the time ac cumulating, that community or peopl
 is not independent easy or reliable and this thing of the credit system SO
 called, or rather the swindling system
 has been and is to-day the greatest evi
 and backset that has ever cursed an,
 ruined the prospects of the people O
 the South. You may talk about tn
 evils of drinking whiskey, eating opi
 um and chewing tobacco, but thi l-credit system mounts above them all i
 it's evils to society. It causes the cred
 itor to lose confidence and respect fo
 his creditor, who practices the sayin
 that promises like pie crust are mad
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

D0r Little Jap came in yesterday, bid us good morning, and looked un- commonly communicative. We knew something was on hand, so we asked him if he had seen or heard anything new about town worthy of note. He m odestly pulled out the following and for fear of criticism, slipped out while we were reading it:
 slNBAD's EIGHTH VOYAGE.
 When Sinbad, the sailor, had rested from the fatigues and exposures of his seventh voyage he became weary of the dull and monotonous life of ease he was leading, ard again determined to go to sea, in the hope of making some new discovery or meeting with some adventure that wonld render his name still more famous. It was while on this eighth voyage, and when about three months out, that small island of rock was discovered about half mile to the starboard. On approaching it nearer it was discovered to be inhabit- ed by the ghosts of departed carpet baggers, who, as the vessel neared the island, marched on board, passing over the water by means of patent three-ply, double extra gum floats at tachcd to their feet. No sooner were they on board than they put him on the rock and commenced to search the vessel for contraband goods. After this they undertook to navigate the ship themselves and wrecked it off Nigger Head Point in the evening. Sinbad was again left wrecked, and almost in the clutches of despair. Af- ter bewailing his ill fortune for few hours, hunger reused him from his melancholy thoughts and he began to search around for something to ap- pease his appetite. He found bird's eggs only, as nothing else animate seemed to inhabit the rock. The next difficulty was the want of fresh water. For this he hunted in vain. But in the moment when dispair had almost seized upon him he discovered spring similar to Grants summer re- sort, the Nodaway Springs, which, if not water, serves that purpose to many, being brandy and water already mixed by mother earth. Upon these two discoveries he lived for many days, when . happy thought struck him. By chance he had placed roll of small wire in his jacket pocket, and with this he contrived machine for beating the eggs in marvellous short time, and mixing them with the liquor from the spring he procured what was anciently termed egg-nogg. He was gloriously oblivious thenceforth, and would have remained the residue of his life upon that lone rock in the sea had not vessel taken him off very few days afterwasd. That vessel soon returned him to home and friends again. The machine he invented for making that ancient and time-honored beverage has given him great fame, and the gratitude of many will repay him for all his losses. Sinbad has left tho sea forever, and now rests from his last voyage, while Stewart, Gwynne X Co. exhibit and sell the wonderful machine.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

Having had indubitable evidence of it's 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, itewould 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 Ton ic Syrup in neutralizing 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- pearance.
 As it's name imports, it is a Tonic of rare and medicinal virtues, composed of pure and harmless ingredients, and are so united as to form compound alike skillful in art, beau tiful in appearance, and can be taken with
  is the result of lifetime of experience and practice in Southern climate, and was new CT known to fail, even where all othe reme- dies had been tried in vain.
 Those who are unacquainted with the ex- traordinary properties of this home produc- ton, manufactured from Roots and Plants indigenous to the soil of our sunny South, tand Lencc adapted to the cure of Southern climatic diseases) are respectfully referred to the certificates of respectable citizens whose names are embraced in pamphlet which accompanies each bottle; also the en- dorsements 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 and reliable, as a substitute for Quinine and the poisonous compounds heretofore generally sold, and is rapidly supplanting everything of this class.
 As a home enterprise it especially com mends itself to the people of this section of the country, who are now struggling in an effort to do away with old prejudices in favor of foreign produce, and may we not hope foreign '.Quack Nostrums," the proprietors of which. in most cases, are governed by no- thing but mercenary motives, know nothing of the properties of Medicinal Agents, and care nothing for our interests, except to en- tice our people into the use of their vile mixtures.
 The Texas Tonic Syrup is packed in cases of two dozen.
 Dealers supplied upon better terms than any other remedy affords.
 MANSFIELD 6 HIGBEE,
 Druggists and Chemists, Sole
 proprieters, Memphis, Tenn.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
BULLS ARlLLA. A Good Reason for the Cap
 tain's Faith.
READ THE CAPTAINS LETTER AND THF
 LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.


 LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.
 Benton Barracks, Mo-, April 30, 1866. DR. JOHN BuLL-Dear Sir: Knowing the efficiency of your Sarsaparilla, and the heal ing and beneficial qualities it possesses, send you the following statement ofmy case. was wounded about two years ago-was taken prisoner and confined for sixteen months Being moved so often, my wounds have not healed yet l have not sat up a moment since 1 was wounded. l am shot through the hips. My general health is im- paired, and need something to assist na- ture, have more faith in your Sarsaparilla than any thing else. l wish that that is gen une. Please express me half adozen bottles, and oblige
 CApr. c. P. JOHNSON,
 St. Louis. Mo. P. S-The following was written April 30, 1865, by Mrs Jennie Johnson, mother of Capt. Johnson.
 DR. BuLL-Dear Sir: My husband, Dr. c. S. Johnson, was n skillful surgeon and physi- elan in Central New York, where he died, leaving the above c. P. Johnson to my care. At thirteen years of age he had chronic di- arrhea and scrofula, for which l gave him your Sarsaparilla IT CURED HIM. have for ten years recommended it to many in New York, Ohio. and Iowa, for scrofula fe- yer sores, and general debility. Perfect suo- cess has attended it. The cures effected in some cases of scrofala and fever sores almost miraculous. am very anxious for my son to again have recourse to your Sarsaparilla He is fearful of getting spurious article, hence his writing to you for it. His wounds were terrible, but believe he will recover.
 Respectfully,
 JENNIE JOHNSON.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
MEDICAL.
DIR. JOHN BULLS Great Remedies.
Bulls CedrOn Bitters.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS. Arkansas Heard From.
 TESTIM0yY OF MEDICAL MEN

Stony Point, White Co.,, Ark, May 2S, '66. DR. JOHN BuLL-Dear Sir: Last February I was in Louisville purchasing drugs, and got some of your Sarsaparilla and Cedron Bitters. s 1fssU{ My son-in-law who was with me in the store, has been down with rheumatism for some time, commenced on the Bitters, and soon found his general health improved. Dr. Gist, who has been in bad health, tried them, and he also improved.
 Dr. Coffee, who has been in bad health for several yearsc-sfemach and ffDer afected-he improved very much by the use of your Bit ters Indeed the Cedroh Bitters 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 via Memphis, care of Rickett X Nicely.
 Respectfully,
 C.B. WALKER.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

ENGLISH FEMALE BITrERs.-Cure Fe- male complaints and irregularities. Cures Falling of the Womb and the Whites. Cures Obstructed and Painful Mcnstruation. Cures Sick Headache and Pain ill the Side. Cures Mysteries Melancholy and Swimming of the Head. Cures old or young married and single females. Cures an Ulcer- ated and Irritable Womb. It arouses, restores and re-invigorates the Uterine Organs.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

-Hartford city election gives 75O Democratic majority, or 400 gain over last fall and 100 over last spring. New Haven gives 919, which is more than last fall, though less than in the spring. The Hartford Times says, in the scat tering returns from various counties the Democrats gain largely, showing that the gain would have been 5000 had there been . general election.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
WIFE, MOTHER and SISTER,

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 Leucorrhea and she sold the remainder" 'sSend one bottle English Female Bitters for Palpitation and Sick Headache" '.Yhree bottles of English Female Bitters cured my wife ef peinful Menstruation." 70, feel so much better after using English Female Bitters, it strengthens m.. .sFour bottles of English Female Bitters curied ny wife of Liberation of the Womb"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
lood and B one 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 to get well, and for this purpose nothing is better than
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

EEThe first number of the Clarks- vile Democrat has been received, and we gladly place it on our exchange list, hoping that it may make us weekly visits for many years to come. We feel disposed to compliment our old friend Gray for the nice typographical appearance which he has given to the first number. Success to the enter prise, and may it live to help dig the graves of some of our Radical cotem- noraries.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

D~Our farming friends should know that the cotton buying merchants of Des Arc have rented houses an en- closed wagon yards for the convenience of those who have to camp out when bringing in their cotton. Many have been stopping three or four miles from town for the want of something of this kind; now they can camp in town without any expense, and save much fs,no
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

A beautiful medical compound, prepared by 2 class ofregular and experienced physicians who have been practising medicine in the South for twenty years.
 This Female Regulator is powerful Uterine Tonic, arousing the Womb to heal thy action, thereby curing painful, suppress ed or irregular menstruation, falling of the Womb, Leucorrhna or Whites, Liberation and Irritability of the Womb, Swimming and Giddiness of the Head. Palpitation of the Heart, Melancholy, Sick Headache, Ovarian Disease, Derangement of the Kidneys and Bladder, and all those preouliar complaints affecting.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

~We have received the Camden Democrat, just started by Mir. Thrower, at Camden, Ark. Mir. Throweris live newspaper man, a sound Democrat, and will publish paper that will be fair exponent of, and a credit to the people of his section. We wish him all man. .ner of success.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
DIED.

In this place on the 18th inst. JOHN SypnEY ALLEN, infant son of Wm. ID; and Mary ]. Goodwin-aged year, months and 27 days.
 Clarksville Democrat, please copy
 On the 9th inst, GEORGE. infant son of M. and D. Sinclair aged months.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

D~G. II. Blood & Go. 344 Main st.. Memphis, Tenn, keep Stoves, Tin ware, Coal Oil, Lamps, and every other article in that line, which they sell to the trade at reduced prices. Strict at tention given to orders.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
SPECIAL NOTICES.
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS.
 EXTRA SPECIAL NOTICE.

Beware of Counterfeitsl 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 tie. 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. If 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. l 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., 1868-10-13
---------------------------- MEMpuJc .Junp St. lSGI.

This is to state that 1 was afflicted with Fever and Ague of the most in- veterate character for about two years. 1 was finally induced to try the Texas Tonic Syrup. The result has been that after taking the first dose had "no more chills," and am now rapidly re- covering my health and strength. l have sent two dozen of this valuable medicine to my plantation at Milliken's Bend. Every planter should keep it on hand. H. R. AUSTEN,
 Formerly Sup't Little Rock R. k.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

1~We are glad to place on our ex- shange list the Journal of Education, new publication just commenced at St. Louis, Mo. It is neatly printed monthly of sixteen pages, and as its title indicates, will be devoted to edu- cational interests. Terms, $l 50 per 0nuum. ar,
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
BULLS WORM DESTROYE FIR. To my United States and World
 wide Readers.

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., 1868-10-13

p@-We see it stated that Messrs. Hobson and Linscott, of Camden, Ark, whose office was destroyed some twelve months ago by one Major Pearce, in- tend starting paper soon. In that event, Camden will have four weekly newspapers more than is published in any other one town in the state. If she will support them it will make her q air
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

~Travelers should bear in mind that the Commercial hotel is at corner Front and Jefferson streets, Memphis, under charge of the Allen Brothers, $2 90 per day.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

- We would call the attention of our readers to the fact that they cas exchange corn for meal at any time, at the Des Arc Mills.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
EXTRACT OF A LETTER FROM

PROVIDENCE, ALA, May I3, 1S6B. DR. JOHN BULL: send you $50 for CED- RON BIrrERs; please send what it will come to after paying freight to Columbus, Miss, have been troubled for several years with indigestion; have had to take pills every night for ten or fifteen years, and in Februa- ry, 1864, was attacked with general paraly- sis. was confined to my room for the bal ance of the year; and, in fact, continued in a very weak and nervous condition until some two months since, when l was put under an operation, and your CEDRoN BIrTERs for treatment. 1 commenced improving right away, and am pretty well restored.
 Yours truly,
 r. NEAL
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

In reference to the trial of Jeffer- son Davis, it is asserted that the Attor- ney General of Virginia will demand that the case be tried, although Mir. Evarts has issued no instructions on the subject, but there gre reasons for stating that the trial will again be post poned.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

n~If man who worships idols may be called heathen, a woman who does the same must be a she-then.
 n6rA Boston mechanic is about to take out patent on a new comb to be used upon the head of navigation.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

BoRRowED.--Some friend borrowed from me pair of bullet moulds, which were in possession of Capt. Cook. He will please return them.
 RoB'r B. TREzEvANr.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
MARRIED.

On the 1st inst, at the residence Of the brides father, by the Rev. k. B.
 Dover, MT. J. c. STANLEY to Miss N' R. GARLINGToN, all of Prairie county.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
T. M. GIBSON, Attorney at Law AND .. s. CLAIM AGENT, DEvALL'S BLUFF, ARK.

A RKANSAS having been added to the ju- A risdiction of the Court of Claims at Washington, the undersigned hereby gives notice that he is prepared to receive and col lect all claims held by loyal persons for Stock. Forage, Supplies and Property of any and all kinds taken by Federal officers or soldiers for the use of the government. Come and see me. Fees moderate. No charge for advice.
 ssps-6m
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

p@A negro, after gazing at the Chi nese, exclaimed, "If de white folks is dark IS dat out dere, wonder what's de color ob de niggers? ?"
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

BY THE UsR OF THE MrssfssIrrI DrARRHGA CORDIAL, DIARRHEA, one of the most fatal diseases known in the Valley of the Missis- sippi, is rapidly and radically cured-hence its name. It will, also, when taken accord ing to directions, most assuredly cure all 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- tals of the country as standard remedy.
 THOUSANDS OF SOLDIERS AND ClTl- ZENS have been cured by the use of this Cordial; and it may properly be termed the GREAT MEDICINE OF THE SOUTH AND WEST.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
DISSOLUTION.

FTyHE copartnership heretofore existing be- IL tween Jackson < Owen, has this day been dissolved by mutual consent The business will be settled by s. N. Jackson, who has the books and accounts of said firm.
 s. N. JACKSON,
 J. P. OWEN. Dss Are, Ark, August S, lsss.--augil-im
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13

n@rOur town has presented quite brisk appearance for the past week, cotton coming in rapidly for this time of the season, and bringing remuner- ative price to the producer. It has been selling during the week from 2lx @22s4c. After all the fright about SO much rain, and it's damaging effects, we feel justified in predicting that as much cotton will be made as can be picked by the first of January. If we can have fair weather for six weeks longer, our people will gather the best crop of cotton and corn that has been produced in this section for the past six or seven years. This, with the present ruling prices, and the small amount of indebtedness of the farmers to their merchants, will place this country in a comparatively easy condi' <inn
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1868-10-13
Go TO THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, MEM

Go TO THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, MEM PHIs, TENN.-This popular Hotel is very centrally located, being two squares from the steamboat landing. The proprietors 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 $3 co to S2 % per day. Families at reduced rates. Free passage to guests for tho hotel from steamboats and railroad depots by omnibus, street railroad cars and hotel carriages. llo- tel porters on arrival of boats and trains will exchange checks for bag gage. Don't forget the Southern Hotel.