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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
COME

Come! for the way grows weary,
The shadows are lengtiening fast,
The day is wearing to evening,
Come to my life at last
Pale light in the azure distance
Glcams from, the gates of the West,
Where the burden is laid down forever,
And the tired feet have rest
have toiled through the long, long Sum
mcr,
l have reaped in the harvest moon,
Bnt the hands are faint and feeble,
And think they will fail mo soon
The time is too short for anger;
The night is too near for strife;
We have both been sadly human,
But love outlasteth life.
Come, with the hopes and the yeardings
The world hath never sufliced;
Come lit may be the Shepherd
Whose fold is the Love of Christ.
Will gather rs in together,
Who have wandered so long forlorp.
But come! for the day is waning,
and am tired and worn.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
L IA VE LIVED UPON THY
SMILE.

I've lived upon thy smile, beloved,
And knew that thou vert mine,
When first pressed thy trembling hand
And my lips chung to thine;
And now care not what my lot
In this wide world may be,
For can gaze upon thy face
And live for Love and thee.
I've lived upon thy smile, beloved,
For many sunny days, T b
And though oft absent from thy side,
My memory near thee plays;
And though afar in distant lands
1t be my fate to roam,
Thou art the star that'll bid mo think
OfLove. and thee, and home
Though 1may roam tho trackless deep,
And wander through the earth,
ne'er will see u SUMMER land
Than that which gave me birth;
Where blooms the fairest. gentlest rose
That Ger to man was given;
1t is mine own, to love and bless,
And guido my path to Heaven
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13

| OFFICE:
lag CANAL STREET. NEW ORLEANS
DIRE CToR
J ION, Pembcrton, w. S. Pike,
Edward Rigney, f. A, Tyler.
j. w. Stone, w r Sch,,;d.
G. H. Slocomb, A Thon,nsn,,
Alexander Marks, +. Delhonde.
Philip Meyer, C. =. (:iroril.r
George A. FOsdick, Marshall J. Smith
Edward Barnett
JOSEPH ELLISON, President.
W. 5. PIKE. Vice-President
ST. CLAIR DEARING, General AGENT
w. +. HARPER, Secretary.
+ 1cAL ExAMYNERs.
DR.. i. H. Moss, Dr S,,1 r,h,:
Or. I. p. LeMonicr, DR.. Henry Smith smith,
Dr. ). IL. Lewis, DIR. w. &. Nicbo,s
u. A. Brcaux, Attorney.
AZ KINDS OFLIFE RISKS TAKEN
ordinary Life and Annual Endowment.
- len Annual Endowment and Five Animal
endowment; Single Payment; Part;c;no.
G,hg ana Notwithstanding, issued by this
company as low as any other Comn.nv
AH Payments -Fortcifa1le.
II. A. BIOSSAT, AGENT.
Alexandria, La.
DE- J. s. FISH, Medical Examiner
Octo5crli-6m.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
GENUINE MADRAS INDIGO.

SPORTING REQUIsITIONs. Elv,sGur
- Wads, Double and Single Waternroo
INN Caps. Pistol Caps. Fine Fowler
Golts and RemisgtOn's Revolvcrs. Colt,
cartridges, 3 Sizes. Smith &. Wcsson,s
ristol Cartridges, 3 Sizes. Powder Flosks
Snot Pouches, Ramrods, Tips and Screws
ZINE ENGLISH Hair and Tooth nr,,s,
es Brown Windsor, Honey. Lettuce
ana other Toilet Soaps. Pomatnm 1,old
cream, Hair Oils. Dentifrias.
kHNE BRANDY by the Bottle or Gallon
Bourbon Whisky by the Bottle or Cal.
ION; Jamaica Rum. Irish Whisky. Port
and an Sherry Wine, French White VIM"
Vinegar. "'"o-
'LAVOR!NG EXTRACTS. Lemon Va.
~ nilia, Almond, Rose, Celery, Pine An.
SCHOOL BOOKS. A large .ossortmor,
- Cap, Note. and Letter Paner Pens
INK, pencils, Mucilase and other Of1jcc
Furniture. oi"'e
vENUINE BERMU.,A ARRCWgOoYl
- III Paper and Tin Cans Spices NM
'h'sS' Mace, Ginger, Pepper, &c.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
NOTICE,

TIVE UNDERSIGNED wonld respect.
Z fully inform his friends and the SUGAR
planters generally of the Parishes of RAJ
pides aud Avoyelles, that he is now pre-
tho Elost approved style and best work.
manl'kc manner. Having had Is wears ey
perience in this Inc of business, he fools
satisfied that he Will render satisfnct;on
and viii guarantee that his work will hr
better and by his style OF setting boilers
economizo more fuel than that of any oil or
Mason in either Parish. ~ u
lest OF references given. ifrequircd
GILES SMITH
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13

*. w. X a III Ely
| now at ALEXANDRIA, and rcspcct.
L fully offers his services as DENTIST to
the citizens Of this place and surrounding
country.
All diseases of the Teeth and Gums will
he attended to by the most improved
treatment.
With his complete facilities for opera
ting, he feels sure of giving general salts
faction upon those organs so essential to
comfort, beauty and even health itself.
Those wishing his services, will please
call at his Office
Teeth extracted without pain, if desired
F. S.-For the qualification of those suf.
iering with Acting Teeth, he may say, he
uses remedy that etfectually DESTROYS the
nerve without pain.
Prices reduced to suit tho times.
~ Office on THIRD STREET, house
formerly occupied by r. NJ. Fitzpatrick.
Oct. 5th, 1s6e-tf.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
seoetieal.
TIE SPHINX.

Dread warqtcr of an ancient land,
Thou wondrous form of changclcss stone
Rcigning DER leagues of shifting sand,
Unnumbered ages for thy throne;
Pigmies, we gaze and pass away
| now, CambySes Yesterday.
Dim memories OF forgotten things
Haunt those large eyes; the shepherd
chiefs,
The victor's crown--the pride OF kings,
Fen meaner mortal's lesser griefs;
SCanst thou recall old Menes' face
Hast bowed before Rhodope's grace?
Those grand lack-lnstre eyes perchanco
Saw Helen like n goddess move;
And Alexander's fatefu1 trance
That rnined Ilion for her love;
Didst hear stern Proteus quick dismiss
The wretch who married guest-fricnd's
bliss2
Vain-wofse than vain-no word comes
through ,
Thy lips cold portals. Thon hast seen
The conqucring Mede, the crafty jew,
Greek sages, Authony's dark queen;
Is't to their ghosts in yon soft haze
Thou turn'st that everlasting gaze2
Great Horns, answer-art thnu mnte9
Hast no responsive chords for eve,
Like Morn's old vet'ry RI salute
Thine awful silence. Let me weave
My puny fancies, knowing well
Man may not learn tn Inscrutable.
What Though thy buried secret sleeps
In far OGygian noEs? Still
The daily sunshine DER thee creeps,
And so for unknown ages will;
And mon shall view thy massive brow,
And marvel at its calm as now
EYES rich glow fingers round thy head,
And lights thy melancholy face,
As loving all its gold to shed
On the last monarch of thy race;
Slow fade the purple tints-farewclI,
Deep are thy tiloughts-too deep to tell.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1869-01-13
APPEdL' IN tBEHI IF or WdR
MOTH.

Touch him tenderly,
Touch him with care;
Fashioned so slenderlv
Young and so rare
He has u father,
? . He has mother, -
He has Il sister,
He has brother;
Ills said there's nearer one
Still, and a dearer one
Yet, than all other.
Here is the lottery bill,
Oh /! what n bitter pill
The people to take;
VI it he's had his fill,
Let us cry ''peace, be stillm
Be's not on the make.
10 issue five millions,
Hath he not vetoed it9
Bonds over million
He hath disposed of it;
Give the devil his dine, +,
He'll so down swift enough;
Make no more ado,
: State viii we sif5 enough.
And very hard cash
VIII he make of his chair,
He'll settle his hash,
Fat, lean, tender and rare.
Tonch him ap' tenderly,
Score him with care.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
RIVER NEWS, WEATHER, ETC

 The weather for the past week has been very indictment for the season A heavy rain fell on Sunday night and yesterday.
 The river is rising little at this point.
 The Argosy passed up Saturday and down yesterday, with Capt. Ashford in command and Milt Harry in the office. The Argosy is fast winning a place in the business of White river. To. the polite and agreeable Harry we return thanks for large bundle of the latest papers.
 The Des Arc was up Thursday with a good freight, passing down Saturday morning, and taking on good lot of cotton here. She had good passen- ger list, among them quite anumber of our White county friends on their way to purchase thcirspring goods.
 The Laura passed down Friday and took on large lot of lumber from Mir. Armstrong's mills. She has no regular day yet.
 The Liberty passed up last night and will be down to night. She is n~ lar passenger boat, ae ehe having the very best accsmm modatiohs' We have travelled os her and know whereof we spcaA. We are under obligations to her clerk for the usual favols.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
Special Notice.

We wish to call the special attention of our friends to the advertisement headed HvR- LEy's AGug ToSIo. This is the best remedy known for Chills, Fever and intermittents in any form now is the season for this dis dressing complaint. It has never been known to fail to effect cure, no matter of how long standing, if used by directions, where all other rem edies have failed It is purely veg etable. and no bad effects from over dosing need be feared---huy one bottle and get cured Also, Hurley's Worm Candy for children. IS the best and most pleasant known; any child will take it. Hurleys Bitters is the most pleasant as we'll as the purest and best now known or offered for sale; aud for debility, | loss of appetite, cannot be equaled. Also, for purifying the blood, nothing equals Dr, Hurley Comp. Syrup of Sarsaparilla' this is the genuine extraet.of the root. Dr. Sea brooks Soothing Syrup for children IS war ranted the best and safest remedy known, oi the monay refunded-price 25 cts. per bottle | Also his Elixir of Iron and Bark, especially for females it is one of the best Ponies known
 and pleasant and easily taken not like other remedies of the kind, it does rot sieken oi
 nauseate. If you need any of the above
 remedies try them, as we feel confident they
 will do all we claim for them they are gotter
 up by men of experience and good chemists
 who know their business and are reliable an'
 honest.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
Every Farmer ought tO tanc the Citizen and get tne can Stock Journal 1ree'

PERSONAL ExPLANATIoN.- oN.-Many per sons do not understand what IS mean. by the "Great Southern Preparations. Let us explain. At Memphis three experienced Southern Physicians one of Memphis, one from Mississippi' anu the other from Louisiana, united their mental powers, their money and 'heir -exnerience for the purpose of prepar- ing for the Southern people class O, reliable family medicines, to be used in lieu of the many that are from those who know but little of our diseases and they are called the "Great south ern Preparations" being eighteen or twenty in number. They are neither secrets nor patents.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
vrLLASow, WALKER COUNTY, GA, l
 Iune % 12hG

DR. JOHN BuLL-Dedr Sir: 1 have recent ly given your s.Worm Destroyer several trials, and find it wonderfully eficacious. It has not failed in single instance to have the wished for effect. I am doing pretty large country practice, and have daily use for some article of the kind. Tam free to confess that know of no remedy recommended by the ablest authors that is so certain and speedy in it's effects. On the contrary they are un- certeain 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. I am aware that the use of such articles is contrary to the teachings and practice of great majority eE the regular line of M. D.'s, but see no just cause good sense in dis carding remedy which we know to be etti- cient, simply because we may be ignorant c! its combination. For my part shall make it a rule to use all and any means to alleviate suffering humanity which I may be able to command-not hesitating because some one more ingenious than myself may have learned it's effects first, and secured the sole right to secure that knowledge However, am by no means an advocate or supporter of the thousands of worthless nostrums that flood the country, that purport to cure all manner of disease to which human flesh is heir Please reply soon, and inform me of your best terms. 1 am, sir. most respectfully,
 JULIUS r. CLEMENT, M. D.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
The Des Arc Citizen ana the American Stock Journal Will pc sent together one year for $2 50.
? fNIiss.) Courier.

From the Water Valley (AIiss.) Courier
 TEXAS TONIC SYRUP.-This great an- tiseptic and detergent remedy is com posed of herbs, barks, and roots, indig- enous alone upon certain streams in the State of Texas, and hence the pro- duct known as Texas Tonic Syrup. Thousands of citizens in that State arc being daily cured of Fever and Ague or Chills and Fever, by it's use. The operations, however, are not confined to the State of Texas alone. It has al ready made its way into many sections on and contiguous to the "Mlssissippi. Immense quantities are shipped rom the depot at Memphis, and the demand is constantly increasing; 1t IS shd to be the best and cheapest medicine Ill the world.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
BULLS .SARSAP A Good Reason for the Cap
 tain's Faith.
READ THE CAPTAINS LETTER AND I'll LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.
 Benton Barracks. Mo-, April 30, 1866.

READ THE CAPTAINS LETTER AND THE
 LETTER FROM HIS MOTHER.
 Benton Barracks, Mo-, April 30, 1866. Dp. Jons 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. 1 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 n moment since I was wounded 1 am shot through the hips. My general health is i'm paired, and need something to assist na- ture, have more faith in your Sarsaparilla than any thing else. l wish that that is gen uine Please express mo half adozen bottles, and oblige
 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 skillfu surgeon and physi- elan in Central New York, where he died, leaving the above c. r. Johnson to my care. At thirteen years of age he had chronic di- arrhea and scrofula, for which l gave him your Sarsapariiia. IT SOhEp HIM. h".e for ten years recommended 1t to many In New York, Ohio, and Iowa, for scrofula, fe- yer sores, and general debility. Perfect suc- cess has attended it. The cures effected in some cases of scrofla and ferer sores were 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., 1869-03-09

Having had indubitable evidence of its prompt and certain effects from the testimo- nv of multitude of respectable citizens, among whom are classed some of our pes! physicians, we do not hesitate to recommeho U this Preparation in all cases of fever anu Aeue and Chills and Fever: indeed, rom the facts in our possession of it's intrinsic Vaiue, if would mt he too much for us to state that when the directions are strictly compiled with. we warrant Q cure in every case where it is tried. It is pleasant to the taste, anu the cheapest medicine in the world. There fore, in truth, it may be.deciared the day Is not far distant when it must be appreciated and used in every household where Fever ana Acue 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 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 safety to the most delicate constitutions. II is the result of lifetime of experience ana practice in Southern climate, and was nev- CT known to fail, even where all othe rene dies had been tried in vain.
 Those who are unscquainted with the ex- traordinary properties of this home produc- ton, manufactured from Roots and Plants indigenous to the soil of our sunny South, (and Lence 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 substitute for Quinine and the poisonous compounds heretofore generally sold, and IS rapidly supplanting everything of this class.
 As 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 mo- thing but mercenary motives, know nothing of the properties of Medicinal Agents, and care nothing for our interests, except 10 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
 Proprietors, Memphis, Tenn.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
MEDICAL.
DIR. JOHN BULLS Great Remedies.
Bulls Cedron Bitters
AUTHENTIC DOCUMENTS. Arkansas Heard From.
 rysr,wuSY OF MEDICAL MRN.

Stony Point, White Co., Ark., May za' oo' DR. JouS BuLL-Dear Sir: Last February was in Louisville purchasing drugs, and l 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 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 years-sfomaeh and iicer afected-he improved very much by. ths th,.. ..-- your Dlt- ,anp Indsaa ~eur0n Bitters has given ters. uSSsSPpuiarity in this settlement. I .hYRk could sell great quantity of your medicines this fall--esraoiaiiy nf yoar osa- ron Bitters and Sarsaparilla. Ship me via Memphis, care of Rickett Neely.
 Respectfully,
 C.B WALKER.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

.gsg-We were right glad to meet with Gen. J. F. Pagan, who is now in town in the interest of the ArKahsas Insurance Company, of Little hock. The General was our old commander in the days that are past, and we would rely implicitly upon any representa- tions he would make in regard to'the Company for which he IS agent The Company done well in securing ms services, and we would recommend all who want insurance to see Gen. fagai and learn the rates and reliability ol the Company.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN That Joseph Rose has sold and conveyed his interest in the old firm of Ten Eyck, Soule & Co.,, of Des Arc, Ark ansas, to Lonsctta c. Soule, and that John Armstrong, one of the members of said firm of Ten Eyck, Soule X Co. has leased the en- tire interest of the other members of said firm in the mills, machinery, &c., situated in the said town of Des Arc; and hereafter the business will be conducted by himself. The books, notes and accounts of said firm are left in his hands, and he is authorized to settle up their business. All indebted to said firm, will please call on Mir Armstrong and settle. TEN EYCK, SOULE X co.
 January 22d 1869. I'm
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
BULLS WORM DESTRO Y E R. To my United States and World
 wide Readers.

I have received many testimonials from professional and medical men, as my alma nacs and various publications have shown, all of which arc 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., 1869-03-09
MARKETS. Sc.
CITIZEN OFFICE, DEs ARC,

Cotton is selling at about the same as last week. From 26 to 261a is the best that can be had. There has been brought in this week l27 bales, disposed of us follows: Stewart, Gwynne X Co. e bales, all bought.
 Walt X Co. 35 bales, bought.
 Thomas, Gill X Co. 20 bales, 10 of which they bought.
 Gates x Bro. bales, bought.
 Total received this season, 5,902.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

nSg" Don't fail 10 notice the advertise ment of k. l.. Guldbaum, who has a large stock of goods to be sold ut auction during March Auction days Tuesdays Thurs days and Saturdays There is chance for somebody to get bargains, as he in tends to sell the whole stock this month
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

r@-If you have no clock, or your watch is out of order, call on +. Lep- ,tien and he will regulate these affairs for you. Repairing of jewely, or any short notice and at reasonable prices.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

BY THE UsE or THE MIssIssipPI DIARaHGA CORDIAL, DIARRHEA, one of the most fatai diseases known in the Valley of the Missis7 sippi. is rapidly and radically cured--hence it's name. It will, also, when taken accord ing to directions, most assuredly cure aii cases of Cholera Cholera Morbus, Colic, dys- entery, and all diseases of.the Bowels
 1t is prescribed by the first Western ana Southern physicians, and used in the hospi- tals of the country as standard remedy
 THOUSANDS OF SOLDIERS AND CiIi- ZENS have been cured by the use of fhis Cordial and it may properly be termed the GREAT MEDICINE OF THE SOUTH AND WEST.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
NOTICE.

HAVING DISPOSED OF MY ENTIRE III interest in the firms of Matthews, Jud- son X Co. and Judson X Co. to the remaining partners. am no longer a member thereof. They assume all indebtedness of said firms, and are alone authorized to collect the in debtedness due the same.
 R. G. MATTHEWS. Memphis, Tenn, Nov. 2s, 1868. The business of said firms will continue as heretofore by the undersigned, remaining partners, under the name and style of JuD. SON X CO, who assume the liabilities of sad firms, and who alone are authorized 10 collect the indebtedness due the same
 A. B. HUDSON,
 T. II, HUDSON,
 J. c. ALEXANDER. Memphis, Nov. 2S, 1868.
 In retiring from said firms I respectfully recommend them to the patronage of my friends. K. G. MATTHEWS. decl5-
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09
SPECIAL NOTICES.
AUTlIENTIC DOCUMENTS. EXTRA SPECIAL NOTICE.

Beware of Commercials! Smiths Tonic Syrup has been counterfeited, and the oounterfeitor ,broughtte grief.
 Smiths x'Onic 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 we'll 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.
 IF n- VnuN
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

yAtoINl MArTER.-Those wishing to secure their children against small pox can do so by calling on Dr. Robt B. Trezevant, at Johnson's Drugstore, who has some reliable vaccine matter.
Des Arc weekly citizen., 1869-03-09

DG~The Missouri Hotel is the place to stop at in Des Arc when you want Q good meal or comfortable bed to sleep in. Col. Hedgpeth keeps good House. M