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Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

that no harm can arise from It's use IN any quantity
That which protects from or prevents this disor'
der must be of immense service in the communi:
ties where it prevails. PTeUeHtiOn is better than
cure for the patient escapes the risk which he
must run in violent attacks of this baefn distem,
per. This CURE eXpels the miasmatic poison of
FEVER AND AGUE from the system, and prevents
the development of the disease if taken on the first
approach of its premOnitoFy symptoms. IL is not
only the best remedy ever yet discovered for this
class of complaints, but also the cheapest. The
large quantity We supply for a dollar brings II
within the reach of everybody; and in bilious dis
trictS, where FEVER AND AGCE prevails, every
body should have it, and il freely both for cure
and protection. 1t is hoped this price will place i
within the reach of all-the poor as well rs the
rich. 4 great superiority of this remedy over any
other ever discovered for the speedy and certain
cure of Intermttcnts is that il contains no QuininC
or mineral; consequently 1t produces no q,linlsIn
or other injurious effects whatever upon the ron
stitutiOn. Those cured by it arc left as healthy NJ
if they had never had the disease.
Fever and Aguc is not alone the consequence OF
the masmatic poison. 4 great variety of disorder:
arise from its irritation, among which are Neural
gia, Rheumatism, Gout, Headache, Blindness
Toothache, Earachc, Catarrh, Asthma, Palpitation
Painful Affection of the Spleen, Mysteries, Pain II
the Bowels, Collie, Paralysis, and arrangement OF
the Stomach all of which, when originating in Thu
cauHc, put on the intermittent type, or become
/ periodical. This "CURE" eXpels the poison from
the blood, and consequently cures them all alike
| 1t is an invaluable protection TO immigrants an6
persons travelling or temporarily residing in thu
malarOus districts. If taken occasionally or daily
while exposed to the Infection that will he cNcretet
! from the system, and cannot accumulate in sufli
cient quantity to Iipen into disease. Hence It i
even more valuable for protection than cure; ant
few will ever suffer from Intermittents if they
avail themselves of the protection this remedy af
| fOrds.
For Lirrr Complaints. arising from torpid
ty of the Liver il is an excellent remedy, Stimulat
ing the Liver into healthy activity, and prOdu
cling many truly remarkable cures, where othel
medicines fail.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

CuILDREN's CAKE-A quarter of
A pound of -four, half a pound of loaf
sugar. a little grated lemon peel, and
four egas. beaten well. Bake in
in. NTH 4 b1;tere1 paper on the top.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
BRYAN's PULMoNIC WATERS

ere unfaIinr in the cure Of Coughs, Colds Asthma.
:runchriis, Sore Throat, HoarScness. pihcull
rrathry Incipicnt Consumption and Diseases o.
he Lungs. Thev have NO taste OF medicine, and
any child will take them Thousands have beer
-eStor, to health that had before dcsraired. 1es-
imoiy given in hundr, DIS of cases. single
lose relieves in Ten Minutes. Ask FOR ERl Ans
.'ULMONIC WATERS.
Nav PLY
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
MORE NEW GOODS!
WYE ARE OPENING AND RECEIVING
w this week large acce6siOns to cur
New Spring & Summer Stock,

new CpIlnS q SumueI SIuCAi
60 Pieces hsnlsomc Prints l2i
10 A" Lawns "a to Ia cts.
y Piquc Trim'gs atoms anG
Fringes.
8 d" all colous PiQue-str ped
buff and white--lOwer than
We have before s, them.
Is patterns grenadines, and new style
Dress Goods.
2 doz. Corsatts, best French at GOES.
20 pieces Sash RibandS; all cOlo-s and
very low.
3 cloz. IL Su1-,lowns, 65 to IS cts.
81 dozen Mems, Misses AMI BOYS Hose and
half Hose from IL IL to the best.
lOn dozen all colored Spool Cotton, spOol'
for q cents.
buff, Blue and plaid Ginghams.
Red, Lislc, Silk and Cotton Gloves, very
low, for Ladies, Misses and Gents.
Linen Cambria hemstitchc1, emb'd mus
lin II Indkerchi.fs from 10 to 80 cents.
Black, Lead, Green AMI Dove Hermann
Wells
sly quaker and Crescent Skirts.
Irish Linen very cheap.
Cotton bats, Boys cOttenade plaids.
White glass and all cOlOrs silk dress butS
tons, white feather AMI fancy fans.
In a word our Stock is fully rcplerishcd
with all new anil desirable Goods Mt the low
est prices for CASH or PRnpUCE
At the RED FLAG Of
|. B. DUNN & co.
June 2S, 1S7l.-tf.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

No one remedy is louder called
for by the necessities OF the
American people than sure and
safe cure for Fever and Ague.
Such we are now enabled to offer.
with Il perfect certainty that il
will eradicate the disease, and
with assurance, founded on proof.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
Ayers Ague Cure:

For Fever and Ague, Intermittent Fever
Chill Fever, Remittent Fever, Dumb
ARue, Periodical or Bilious Fever, &C..
and indeed all the affections which arise
from malarious, marsh, or mlasmatic
poisonS.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
TO THE CITIZENS OF ERIsTeL-GOoDs0s

] expect to keepa full supply of FAMILY
and EXTRA FLOUR expressly for Bristol
trade and my -four viii only be found at one
house in the citv Messrs Davis & McFar
lands. They have instructions from me if
my -four does not fully come mp to what it
purpOrtss to be the purchaser viii return and
their money viii be promptly returned.
J. s. G0F0RTH.
Eagle Mills, Jan. 10th, 1871. l3-tf
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
AUG I6, 1871.
New Goods This Week
AT
[, B. DUNN & co.

50 Pieces FNcw Cali:o The best, in =
colors, only u! cents.
so Pieces Bro. Cnttons at the lowest prices,
20 Pieces bleach Cottons and Cambrics
Flannels and LinscyS.
20 Pieces broad Sash Ribhanls-all colors.
100 Dozen Coats, Green and Daniels
Thread Spools, 200 yards for IS cents
Crates Granite and Glass Ware, direct
from the Importers Agcnts--Tca-i ups NJ d
Stucers for p, g., IS nj 80 cts. OR RE-; T
s'LD--Plates 40, 80, 90 cts. best granite.
Bowls AMI Pitchers, Naples, Tumblers
&c. A full Stock Of New Ware and cheaT
er than we ever sold it.
We have NEW GOOps every week, and at
prices not TO he undersOld.
A few Bags Rio Coffee,
; Bills nice Sugar IL 10, l6f, Is cts for
best so Sacks Liverpool Salt to arrive.
/. b. DUNN & co.
Aug. 10th.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

r. SINCLAIR s co. 49,
No, 81 Light Street. .zS@z-
BALTIMORE, MD,
Manufacturers of
AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS and
MAC merry,
Growers and Importers of
GARDEN ami FIELD SEEDS,
Offer to the Farmers and Merchants Of Ten
nessce the following Laboring- Saving
Machinery and Implements, viz:
Readings Patent
Horse Power Corn Shelter,
With and without Fan.
Virginia Hand and
Power Shelters
Double aud Single Spout
Hand Shelters,
Sinclair's Patent
Screw Propeller and MasticatOr.
Fodder, Hay and Straw Cutters.
Corn and Cob Crushers.
Planta ion Girls, Mills.
Hay Presses Ok YOke>
Cider and Wine Mills,
Farmers Saw Benches
Thrashers and Cleaners,
Wheat and Guau6
Seed Drills,
| Corn Planters,
SuIky Plows,
Plows all Patterns
| Hsrrows,
Culhvators.
Plow and Machine Castings.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

TIE Gem and Hero Fruit Jars-hAlf gallon and
quart sizes-For Sale cheaper than can be bought
anywhere else. Also Jelly Glasses. Just the
thing Every family should have these Jars and
classes. Call at IN" New Drug Store and examine
these goods and and prices before you buy.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
Town Property fsr-saIe.

/ am authorized to offer for sale the
Powell property, on Va. Hill, and the
Thompson property on Scott Street,
GoodsOn. ]. e FOWLER.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

Chattanooga to ST. Louis. via is.
Memphis and river ....... $ % - sr.
Chattonocra to ST Louis, via '
Coriuth, all Tall. a &C 49,
GhaitanOosa {" Kansas City
via Memphis $780,. ...-.-.. b -
Chattanooga to Kansas City,
via COTinth, all r.iI...-. - 80
Chattanooga to omaha, via
Memphis - -
Chattanooga to Omaha, via
COrinth, all rail ..---.... T. JU ea
Chattanooga t. ian Francis
CO. via Memphis. $1,000. is IS
Chattanooga to san Francis
co, via CUriuth all ril.... l42 -0 r.-
Chattanooga to New Orleans = Co.,
a. Little Rcck 81 90 r--
Z" Memphis. - 59
EarsaS city
all river from Memphis. r-a
ChauanOogd to Omaha, all
river from Memphis r..
Chattanooga to ShrrvcTuIt,
La. all river from Memphis s.-
Chattanooga to Spin geld,
III. ...-. 7---
Chattanooga to Spin .Ecld,
Mo., via Memphis ...-.... s--
Chattanooga to Il ucfeld,
No. via toTiuth, all rail gS-s
Chattanooga to ] oTeka Nan
saS, via Memphis. ......- gF-.
Chattanooga 70 function City
Kansas. via Memphis. Ct O.
ESyChildrtn Letweeu four and lverr.
years Of agc, Lalf tarc-urc,r four year,
free. One huEIrcd IouEJs Baggage Wits
each full ticket.
\. \. BARNES.
Gcnl Ticket Ag't. Ncm .Is.
/ 4. EfIkELS.
Passenger Agent Bristol
Feb. 3-tf.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

DON'T forget the SIGN 81 the NEW DRUG
STORE - when you come t" Town. where You can
buy everything in the DRrG, PAINT and FANCY
ioods line, cheaper than any where else, Call
aud see for yourself.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
RAHROADSGc.
RGD
EMIGRANFS & TRAVELLERS
WEST AND NORTHWEST.
MEMPHIS & CHARLES
TON r, z.
BY FAR THE BEST AND MOST
COMFORTABLE ROUTE.

% Miles shorter than any otLer route to
Memphis. All Rail via Coriuth or Grand
Junction to ST. LOUIS, and Points in ,Le
Northwest; or to Memphis, and thence Lv
River to all Points.
PLEASANT ROUTE AND FARE VERY
Low DESIRABLE ROUTE FOR EvT-
GRANTS AND FAMILIES ATSPE-
GAL RATES.
Best Route to INV ORLEANS aNp TFv,s
Rates Of Fare via MENanIS y CuArLEsr.,.
RAILROAD:
(rriees,via Memphis are ''EsStaUrart system.
ON steamboats,
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03

control them The testimony of our best citi-
zcns, of all classes, establishes the fact, that
CHERRY PICTORIAL will and does relieve and
cure the affecting disorders of the Throat and
Lungs beyond any other medicine. The most
dangerous affections of the Pulmonary Organs
Weld to its power; and cases of COnsnmp-
tiOn, cured by this preparation, are public
w known, so remarkable as hardly to be be-
Iieved, were they not proven beyond dispute.
As a remedy it is adequate, on which the public
NAV rely for full protection. BY curing Coughs,
the forerunners of more serious disease, it saves
unnumbered lives, and an amount of suffering
not to be computed. 1t challenges trial, and con-
vinces the most sceptical Every family should
keep it on hand rs protection against the early
and unperceived attack of Pulmonary Affections,
which are easily met at first, but which become
ncurable, and too often fatal, if neglected. Ten
der lungs need this defence; and it is unwise to
be without it. As n safeguard 10 children, amid
the distressing diseases which beset the Throat
and Chest of childhood, CHERRY PECToRML
is invaluable; for, by its timely use, multi
tubes are rescued from premature graves, and
saved to the love ard affection centred on them.
1t acts speedily and surely against ordinary colds
securing sound and Notwithstanding sleep. No
one will suffer troublesome Influenza and pain
full Bronchitis, when they know how easily
thew can be cured.
Originally the product of long, laborious, and
successful chemical investigation, no cost or toll
is spared in making every bottle in the utmost
possible perfection. 1t may be confidently re-
lied upon as possessing all the virtues if has ever
exhibited, and capable Of producing cures as
memorable as the greatest it has ever effected
PREPARED BY
DR.. J. C. AVER & CO., Lowell, Mass,
Practical and Analy teal Chemists.
GOI,D nv All. DRUGGISTS EVERYWHERE
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1871-11-03
Ayers
Cherry Pectoral,
For Diseases of the Throat and Lungs,
such as Coughs, Colds, Whooping
Cough, Bronchitis, Asthma,
and Consumption.

Among the great
discoveries of modern
science, few arc Of
more real value to
mankind than this eff
fectual remedy for all
diseases of the Throat
and Lungs. A vast
trial of its virtues,
throughout this and
other countries, has
shown that it does
surely and ef1ectually
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30

tons of the delegates of the Third
congressional district, and eongratu-
late them In their judicious selection
of true and tried Republicans for the
congressional committee of this dis
trict.
Res0lred. That we heartily indorse
the National administration of his tx
eellency President II. S. Grant, and
acknowledge him as the leader and
standard bearer of the National Rep
publican party.
ResoEced, That we heartily indorse
the administration of his Excellency
Governor Henry Clay Warmoth,. and
acknowledge him as the leader and
standard bearer of the Republican
party of this State.
Resolued, That we pledge ourselves
to support the regular nominees of the
Republican party of this Parish and
State, and that we cordially invite
our erring friends to return to the Re-
publican fold.
Resolred, That q copy of these reso-
buttons be forwarded to the DONALD
soNvILLE CHIEF, for publication.
1t was decided, byresolution to that
effect, to have a regular meeting of
the club ON the fourth Saturday of
every month. After vote of thanks
had been rendered to the president
and secretary, a motion to adjourn
prevailed.
This meeting was a really fine one,
and is only a forerunner of many
others to follow. The utmost har-
mony and enthusiasm characterized
the proceedings, and the people pres
ent were evidently of one mind in re-
gard to supporting the State Admin
istration.
AS the Fourth Ward has spoken, SO
will all the other wards speak, until
there shall remain no doubt in the
minds of the most unwilling believers
that Ascension Republicans are unit
for the State Administration and de-
cidedly opposed to the Custom-house
ring.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30

descended, broke the pmps down
which supported the platform, and
secured a rope to the trap. The hour
of eleven having arrived, prayer
was offered by Rev. Samuel Cook, and
the Sheriff ordered the exealtioner to
do his duty. Like a thunder clap the
platform feff, and the three ifaasatlls
were suspended in mid-air. Noelwa
killed Immediately. Decaraax showed
signs of suffering, raised himself con-
vulsively, then fell with Il lureh.
Williams also showed some signs of
pain, but they were not rs percepti-
BILE as Decarauxs. At five minutes
to twelve the bodies were cut down,
after having hung fifty-tive minutes.
When the rope holding Williams was
cut, the body fell with great velocity
and rebounded from the earth like an
elastic ball. Deputy Coroner Gray
empanelled a jury, and held an
examination upon the bodies, declar-
ing them lifeless. Williams was
buried three yards from the gallows !;
while the mortal remains of Decaraux
and Noel were delivered to their
friends for interment elsewhere. ~ s.
And thus ended a scene which will
be remembered for a long time to
come in this community, A very
large number of people Witnessed the
execution, and were visibly affected.
Yours Truly, PENCIL DOT.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30


The New Orleans Republican of last
Sunday, contains an editorial headed
"The Sheriff of Ascension Parish, .
which relates to the Sheriff of st.
James Parish. In Tuesdays issue the
same mistake is made, notwithstand-
ing there also appears in thai issue a
card from the Sheriff in question,
signed -. G. Oliver, Sheriff of st.
James PARISH It was curious mis-
take at first, but still more so the
second time, when documentary evil
dence of the error had in all probable
ity passed under the editors nose.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30

displays another instance of his I'M
fathomable Inconsistency: lie says he
had no Intention of slandering or ma
ligning us. We should certainly ae
cept this statement as sincere were it
not that he Immediately follows it by
asserting that there was too much
truth in his ISLANDERS to call them by
that name.
Then he says that the party which
he represents has gained by our de-
parture. When we call to mind the
handsome compliment paid us by the
editor of the Leader upon our assum-
ing control of the st. James Sentinel,
and contrast it with his assertion of
to-day, We are certainly inclined to
doubt his capacity as a competent wit
ness. He said then that it would be
difficult task to cleanse the Sentinel
after the dirty hands it had passed
through, but lie felt that no one more
competent for the task than ourself
could have been selected. He warmly
wished us success SO long as we were
of his own peculiar opinions, but when
we espoused better ones he forgot our
talent, our competency, our every
thing good, AID philosophically but
very Observation-Disclosures shat we
were well rid of.
But the conclusion of the Leaders
bewildering article is written iii u
spirit which we admire and enter into
heartily We have no more desire to
enter into newspaper controversy
than our contemporary processes to
have; and now that we have shown
that his article of last week contained
statements inconsistent with the facts
and unjust to ourself, we can start
fair, and are willing to accept his
promise of future editorial courtesy in
good faith, and demonstrate te him
by our course hereafter that we also
can exercise that courtesy to its fullest
extent.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30
THE DEATH PENALTY.
TRIPLE EXECUTION IN ST. JAMES.
Scene at the GaIIows.
[From Our Special Correspondent
ST. JAMES, Sept. 10, 187


ST. JAMES, Sept. Is, 1871.
EDITOR CHIEF:
The triple execution of John Will
lians, Alfred Decaraux and Noel,
alias Madison Hampton, convicted of
the murder of Francis S. Menteath,
ON the night of the 10th of May last.
took place to-day, and was witnessed
by over one thousand persons, both
men and women.
AS Your readers Iaay not be familiar
with the particulars, I will give a
short account of the fendish deed and
the subsequent trial and conviction of
the perpetrators.
On the night aforementioned, four
men-James Parker, John Williams,
Alfred Decaraux and started
from the vicinity of Judge Beauyais'
residence with the intention of COM
hitting a robbery. 1t seems that
after trudging a distance of about
ten miles up the river, as far as the
st. Michael's Church, and not having
come TO any determination as to
which store they should rob, they
halted and held consultation which
ended in the selection of Choppin's
store, situated upon the batture 'front.'
ing the Welham place.
Arrived at this store, John Viii
iams made an attempt to wrench the
back door open, which was at first
unsuccessful, but he immediately
made second trial, and being pow
erful man, succeeded in wrenching the
door entirely from it's fastenings.
Parker Immediately rushed in and
seized young Menteath by the throat,
holding him thus until John Williams
produced rope and adjusted it
securely around the neck of the VIC
tim, when each of the Williams took an
end of the rope and pulled it until
Menteath was strangled to death.
The arms and legs of the young man
were then tied, and John Williams
took the body upon his back and
threw it into the river. The store
was then pillaged and the fends
started away, but had proceeded but
a short distance when Williams pro-
posed TO return and burn the store in
order to destroy all yestige of their
crime. Acting upon the suggestion
of their leader, they returned and set
fire to the store which burned to the
ground.
At THE TRIAL
the foregoing facts were elected from
Parker, who was accepted as States
evidence, and gave his testimony in q
remarkably clear and straightforward
manner. Williams attempted to prove
an abb by his wife, but she stated
that he was not at home the night of
the murder. There was no rebutting
testimony Parker's statement being
corroborated by other witnesses, and
also by the confessions of Decaraux
and Noel, consequently the three men
John Williams, Alfred Decaraux and
Noel, alias Madison Hampton, were
found guilty of murder in the first
degree and sentenced to death. Some
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1871-09-30
WHAT THE PAPERS SAY OF Us.

From all sides the kind greetings of
our editorial brethren of the press
pour in upon MS, and we hope repro
duetion of some of them in our own
columns will not be regarded az mex
eilsable vanity upon our part.
The first greeting came from the
Iberville Ne,es, and was published in
our last issue Next in order comes
the New Orleans Republican, the lead
ing Republican paper of the State,
with an acknowledgement of the re-
ceipt of the CHIEF and an extract from
what it characterizes as our we'll
written salutatory."
Close in the wake of this, fiatter-
ing notice from the. New Orleans Semi
Weekiy Loaisiaaiaa, a paper owned,
edited and managed by colored men,
and the leader of its class in this State.
We copy its notice in full
G L
new Republican paper, and neatly got
up, has Just put IN Its first appearance
and we gladly place it among our ex-
changes. MT. Linden =. Bentley Is the
proprietor and editor. Mr.. Bentley
is well known as the talented young
editor of the st. James Sentinel, which
position he recently resigned in con-
sequence OF difference ofopinion be-
tween himself ana the proprietor. The
salutatory OF the Chtef as may be ex-
peeted merely relterates its editors
wen x known sentiments, ana pledges
ability he may possess to make his
paper valuable. Inc nrst number Is
= Dro e ..a,,aaS 'sf's. 2 = '''s-
We were as much surprised as graft
fed at the following notice from the
nj; ;,,., :, z,an,,hJ;.d,, J, 49,. 4;,
-, ~ - -, : CT, re
cehtly Opposed % tue oe'tte a0rhinis-
tration, but which has now taken the
90 new depart11re,' and eomesoIit hold
i. for 4ha r;o,,+ls;ao
The first number of the Donaldson
vlile th.S,, puDiisned ny. MT. LlndeA
snlendid tynoa1.anb;eal eo reIs1 did ia
not take us by surprise, nor did Mr..
Bentley's pointed editorials make US
forget that he was Mt one time con-
neeted with the st. James Sentinel, a
paper which ranked first among the
journals of Louisiana, Linden, your
enterprise deserves success and We ex-.
tend to you the right hand Of fellow
ship in everlasting grip. ta
nv ,;
Inc HorW Aoelsed 1as' journal pub
lished at St Joseph, La, pays us this