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The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
Livery Lady Should Read.
LOUISVILLE LADIES' PURCHASING AGENCY,

The undersigned with additional facilities and afte
a long and successful experience in the purchasing
business desires to again call especial attention to he
arrangements for filling orders from distance. fol
every article to the complete satisfaction of those who
may honor her with their patronage.
speciality is made of buying and superntendine
trimming OF BoNNETs and HATS Chdren's suits
VIII be made to order, and Patterns, Dresses and
Cloaks cut and basted A mistake has never been
made IN hitting any article Of dress and charge v
DC Dtade y complete satisfaction is not giyer.
Hundreds OF patrons can be referred to who will
cert'y as to successful operation of Agency Every
manufactured article will be prepared by a leading
'r!ist in their particular line.
=, Hats, Cloaks, Gloves, Hosiery, Jewelry, Cuffs,
liars, Lace, Ribbons Carpets Furniture and
Furnishing Goods, and every article of wear or
domestic use bought upon the most favorable terms.
Feathers and Gloves cleaned and dyed. Private ar
rangements with the most skul modstes and leading
wholesale and retail merchants in every line enable her
to hold out rare Inducements by which from 10 to 50
per cent can be saved by buying through this Agency
Every article sent out will be chosen with the greatest
care; Everything manufactured is made under per-
sonal supervision and will be of the best material
finest finish and in the latest modes Ifmore elegance
IN style, more beauty OF material, and more complete
work for the same money be obtained through this
Agency it is to the interest OF ladies desiring dress
we'll to patroni2c it.
Tie large clearing and bankrupt sales in the city
elnnually present magnificent opportunities for get
ting great bargains. Samples sent free upon receipt Of
stamp. and full information to style and mode
Correspondence solicited. 1t costs little to mail a
letter, and it will be promptly and satisfactorily
answered.
The Louisville Market is especially adapted to the
Southern taste and it will be found to give better
satisfaction than either Philadelphia or New York
while prices are really less There is an elegance,
conservatism and grace in the dressing of Southern
Ladies which cannot be initiated, and which is one of
their highest charms To maintain this is one of the
chief efforts Of the Manager of this Agency. Any
article made or purchased East, will be duplicated
With 10 per cent. of Refers by permission to Rev.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

On Monday night next, our citizens
will have the opportunity of witness
ing the Magic Slipper, a Comic Opera
by the celebrated Colville Opera
Company. This company comes
directly from the Academy of Music
in New Orleans, where they have
played to crowded houses for two
weeks. We predict for the troupe
brilliant reception at the hands of our
theatre-going citizens. Reserved seats
can be secured at Ledbetter's without
extra charge.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
For YOu,

"They all do it''-save money by
reading the advertisements in the
COMET, and profiting thereby. This
week we present for the information
ard benefit of our readers, Stedman's
new lad" Read it and then go and
see for yourselves. 1t will pay you to
call on him.
Z. ". Seutter corner of State and
Capital streets, Informs his patrons
and the public generally, that he has
lust received, and will sell cheap, fine
lot of watches, Gold Jewelry, etc.
"a penny saved is a penny gained"
and the best place to save it is by
placing it in the Bank, where it will
grow every day. Green's Bank is
both burglar and fire proof. Read
their adj.
"What can 1 buy for nickel ?"
Read the advertisement of A. L.
Brunson, and you will see.
A greater puzzle than the 10 puzzle
is allow T. r. Persons can sell Boots,
shoes, Hats and Caps at such low
prices. See their notice.
Books, Stationery, Pictures, ETC.
are down to panic priceJ,-at least
Eyrich & Co., say so, and their long
experience in the business makes
them good judges.
Read the advertisement of the Cap
ital State Bank, and save money.
You could not transact business with
a more solvent institution.
J. S. Hamilton & Co, Lessees Of the
Penetentiary, have big adj. in this
issue. They will make you wheel
barrow or build you a railroad. Read
what they say. j
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
The Radical style.

Mr.. Flanagan, President of the New
Orleans, Vicksburg and Baton Rouge
Railway, stated for the information of
a House committee, that when a bill
comforting some benefits on his road
was before the Louisiana carpetbag
and Senegambian Legislature of 1872,
he was informed by members of that
body, that if he desired friendly legis-
lation he would be compelled TO pay
for it. and that when the bill had been
passed Gov. Yarmouth demanded,
through an agent, 100000 for sign
ing it.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
Notice to Insurance Companies.
STATE OF MISSISSIPPI,
TREASURY DEPARTMENT
JACKSON. MISS. March a. Is

TREASURY DEPARTMENT.
JACKSON, MISS, March "a, 1880. J
Under the provisions of an Act of the
Mississippi Legislature, entitled San Act
in relation to the deposits of Insurance
Companies, and to equalize the same,'
Companies are hereby notified that they
are at liberty to withdraw their deposit
now in the Treasury, on the first day of
June next, to wit:
ETNA Life, of Hartford; New York
Life. of New York; Piedmont & Arlington,
of Virginia; Alabama Gold, of Mobile Ala;
Knickerbocker Life, of New York; and
Germania Life, of New York all being
Companies whose license expired twelve
months previous to this notice.
The Mobile Life is authorized to with
draw on the first day of August next.
VIM. l.. HEMINGWAY,
State Treasurer.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Now that the weather has cleared
up, and warm season about to set in
wouldn't it be good idea for our city
fathers to see that the city is put in
good sanitary condition. Let the
Health Officer Or Inspector make his
rounds and give notice of such nui-
sances as may came under his obser-
walton, the street hands attend to the
cutters and culverts, and our citizens
clean up their premises, and it will be
a good thing for the city.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

NC steamer Oliver Clifton returned
carthage on Wednesday, reach
Il 'lere about ? o'clock pm. Having
carthage on Monday morning,
Oliiton made good time on her
"n trip. No cargo was brought
= 'he water being so high that
fpefs could not reach the river
eo1ton Orother freight. 1t now
: as If navigation ON the Pearl
gong to be success.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

we notice among the recent APP
|'ments on the staff of physicians
- surgeons of the Bellevue, New
~A' Hospital, the name of DIR. c. C.
'iOWs, Of Jackson. DIR. Charles
1'rows is one of our Jackson boys
/. 'Oh OF Hon. d. n. Barrows, and
si'es US pleasure TO note his adj
1Venent and success in his chosen
ofession.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

A runaway team created little
Excitement on Pearl street, in West
Jackson, on Thursday morning. After
'unning some distance the mules
we're stopped, and no damage done,
'nly badly scared darkey.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

we hea1d a young man counting
'er his summer clothing and was
cry much surprised to know that he
Ould get no further than this: "One
y, one white vest, one standing
'lar and walking cane" This will
iOra Georgia militia man, but is
|uly adequate for full wardrobe
young gentleman in society.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Parties who may have fruit or yep-
etables to ship could not do better
than TO consult Messls. G. Lasher &
son. Chicago, whose advertisement
appears in this issue.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

inc gentlemen who represented
jackson at Cincinnati, on the mer-
chahts excursion have returned, and
express themselves as highly pleased
with the courtesies shown them by
the people of the Queen City.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
NOTICE!
To Holders of Liauidating Levee Scrip

FINDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF AN
" Act Of the legislature OF the state Of Mis-
sissipp entitled Fan Act TO ascertain the ouistand
ing Indebtedness Of the Iiquidating levee District
and for other purposes" approved March 9Th, 1850
notice is hereby given that all holders, owners Of
Iiqudatng Levee Bonds registered or unregistered,
ald Surplusage Certificates, shall file the same
with the liquidating Levee Commissioners at their
Office in the city Of Jackson, Miss, before the
first Monday in June, 1850, and have issued in lieu
thereof new bonds. IL is further provided that all
Li0uidating Levee Bonds and Surplusage Certif-
Gates not 50 presented by the said first Monday in
June 1850, shall he absolutely and foreuer barred.
The said new bonds shall be issued for the same
amounts as in each Bond or Surpusage Certificate
taken up and cancelled, without cost b the holder
or owner there0f hut after issuing said new Bonds
the holder owner therereof may have the same
divided into such amounts a. he desires. upun
rendering the original and paying 70 the Auditor
and Commissioner fifty cents Tor each bond issued
in lieu Thereof
u " GWl H,. Auditor, Ex-OmcioLevoe
Treasurer. Oohiii i's''iie's'
A.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

0oi' VIM. r. Stuart, whose adver-
'ulent of his Merino Sheep has APP
ateu IN The COMET, has sent Sena-
- ID. Stewart one of his polled mo
"J Merino bucks, which is-superior
any sheep that has been seen in
= latitude for many day. Senator
''"art, who is a lover of fine stock
every kind, will order for any per-
- VINO may need Merino sheep.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Two young Jackson gallants were
PEACEFULLY promenading State Street.
Faid No |, "I'm awful sorry 1 have to
Pike a girl to church tonight"
JPN sorry too-for the girl" re-
nned his sympathizing companion.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Owing to the high water which has
been over the the track on the Rankin
side of Pearl River, passengers and
baggage on the Vicksburg and Meri-
lian Railroad have been transferred
IN hand-cars during the past week.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

capt. r. B. Withers, of Brookhaven,
understanding the fact that THE
,oNET is read by everybody in Lin
on' Lawrence, and surrounding
Ouhtles, has wisely availed himself of
as an advertising medium. See
Us advertisement elsewhere, and give
i'm call.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
l3 & Is Camp Street,
Purchasing Agency.

Tn RESPONSE 20 numerous Requests. W. have
L established a Purchasing Agency ANY article
for ladies or geute.leu, or household use supplied
az lowest rates send staTp fer reply. Name any
article YOU wish and viii rtcei-e answer siatinE
price. etc. Best o references - % responsibility
given. PURCHASING AGENCY,
S6UTuERN PUEIIsHING Co..
H. Box il6. Nv Orleans Ia.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
The Great National Remedy. g.

Sure cure for Bots and Collie in horses
or money refunded. For sale bv Byron
Lemly. jackson. and Druggists everywhere
Z. {. WILLIAMSON.
Sole Manufacturer and ProF'r, Hazlehurt, Mis-
NOy1-f
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The new depot, to he built by the
Chicago, st. Louis and New Orleans
Railroad Company, will be of one
story brick, GA by q feet, and contain
Two passenger rooms, ticket office, tel
egraph office and baggage room. 1t
Will be enclosed by a neat fence, and
will be convenient in every respect.
The contract is in the hands of Mr..
IL. M. Taylor, our well known and
popular contractor, and the work has
already commenced.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The choir of st. Peters (Catholic)
Church have been practicing the
music for Easter services for some
time past, and we judge it will be
yery fine.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Capt. J. w. Winborn, Sheriff of
Benton county, was in the city during
tbe week and honored THE COMET
[Mith call.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

What seems to bother the street
|nbs most at the present time is how
p get into the New Opera House,
Fthout purchasing a ticket. The
|Osts are too high for them. This is
|ard for the urchins but good thing
br the audience.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The Great London Ghost Sensation
will occupy Robinson's Opera House
for short season, commencing Tues
day, March 30.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

among the many graduates of the
'ieulcal Department of the University
! louisiana, we are pleased tie notice
4e name of Geo. d. Mizell Esq, son
, our fellow townsman Capt. A.
,1ell' George is now a full-fedged
l. D., having passed a creditable and
'iSiactOry examination on the Goth
st
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

We hear of one or two musical
entertainments to take place after
Ipnt.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Those who may desire to purchase
lowers, should read the advertise
Fent of W. U. Cassell, which appears
another column. He will be in the
pty on Thursday or Friday next, with
carload of assorted flowers.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Hon. w. w. HUMPHREYS, of Lown-
des county, was in the city during
the week.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Mrs. C. C. Campbell and Miss Min
Oip Campbell are visiting friends in
Canton, Miss,
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The Minstrels brought out u large
crowd ON Wednesday night, all of
whom were well repaid by the enjoy
ment OF a good laugh. Every feature
OF the show was success. George
Wilson, in his stump speech, brought
down the house, as did the witticisms
OF Happy Cal Wagner, Milt Barlow
and Sam. Price. The Clog dancing
was the best we ever saw, and in fact,
the entire troupe is superb.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

we were pleased to receive call.
on wednesday, from Happy Cal
Wagner-the inimitable, unapproach-
able Minstrel, nd(Happy) Mack L.
Lawrence, the popular Conductor of
the Vicksburg and Meridian Railroad
In their respective roles, this is a hard
PAIR to beat. Call again gentlemen.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
BOILERS FOR SALE.

I AN AGENT FOR the sale Of SIX SECOND HAND
L BOILERS al BrOokhaveu-one % horse power,
three - horse power, one - h1rso power, one 40
horse power, all in good condition aud ready for use
No. 9-ti.l J. A HOSKINS.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

ouite Il number of ladies were out
B., soe the Minstrels on Wednesday
night.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The Grand Hotel, at Point Clea.,
Aa, will be opened for the season, on
'ay LIST. IL will be under the man
cement of that popular hotel man,
'Scar f. Hickle, which is a sufficient
uarantee that it will be first-class in
very respect. Read the advertise
leht in another column.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

NEW GOODS
Go look at the elegant stock of
spring clothing just arrived at
E. & S. VIRDEN'S.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
ADMINISTRATRIX NOTICE..

STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, I
KINDS COUNTY.
Chancery Court, 1st District, Estate Of Stephen
Holly, deceased.
NITHEREAS, LETTERS OF ADMINISTRA u
w ton were granted to the undersigned Mary
Holly, on the estate of Stephen Holly, deceased,
on the 10th day Of February, 1880 by the Chancery
Court Of Kinds county, First District, and State
Of N ssisSippi Now, this is TO give notice. request
ing all persons having claims against the es'atc of
the said Stephen Holly, deceased, to exhibit the
same, and have them registered in the manner and
will hin the time prescribed by law, they will be
forever barred.
NARY ANN HOLLY,
Of Estate Of Stephen Holly de-
ceased F2l-w3t.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
Brinu Home NV Cart.

Will the party who borrowed my Cart
return it! Call by the COMET Office. and
pay for this I'D"
CD Subway.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
To the Public.
louisville Shopping.

Purchases Of e:ery description made with
prOmptness and taste. have effected arrange
ments with experienced MOdstcs T having ladies
dresses made. Special attention given to orders for
bridal trousseaus A stylish walking dress, with
hat and gloves furnished for S2n. samples So It
free. Information regarding fashions cheeriully
given. Commission i've per cent. References in
all! parts Of the South. Address,
MISS AUBIN MCDOWELL
2. O. Box 81, Louisville, Kentucky.
REFERENCE:-Rev. Stuart RobiuSon, Dr. u. W
0andell.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27
JOHN SHARP,
Established Over &c Years.
BOOT d SHOE MAKER

HAS Just RECEIVED FROM THE IN
III pOrters q fine lot If French Calf skins. AZ i
the best Of Sole Leather. lie makes the best boot
and the hest fl Of any one in the state.
Feh20-lE w-Sut
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Tomorrow will be Easter Sunday.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

CUSTOM SHOES:-
Call and examine those Custom made
shoes of Dudley at,
f. & S. VIRDEN's.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The river is falling rapidly at this
pOnt.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

An elegant line of Ribbons, Laces,
Fichusand Ruchings to be seen at,
r.. q S. VIRDEN's,
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Everybody has discovered at last that
Chris. Hinckle's is the proper place to go
for drink of pure Whisky. diff
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

-, If you want pure article of Whisky,
the place to get it is at Chris Hinckle's,
Spengler House. dtf'
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Patriotism and good Whisky, like twin
sisters, go hand in hand, and Chris Hinckle
repudiates adulteration.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

DR.. BULBS Cough Syrup has been before
the public for years, and is pronounced by
thousands superior to all other articles for
all Pulmonary Complaints. '
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

M; Fresh Fish and Fresh Oysters every day.
me pest IN town. Charges reasonable. at
jan 23-tf NEISnMS, ~
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Dr. BULBS Cough Syrup has been before
the puDlic Tor years, and Is pronounced by
thousands superior to all other articles foI
the cure Of Coughs, Colds, Influenza and
all Pulmonary Complaints.
-0-.%O..-a-
An elegant line of Ribbons, Laces.
Fichusa Ruchings to be seen at.
E. q S. VIRDEN's.
-+A~H.-
~; Fresh Fish and Fresh Oysters every day.
jan 23-tf NEISDMS, "'
Don make mistake, as pure an article
VI Whisky as was ever brought to Jackson
10 Ut CHRIS Hinckle'sunde Spenglcr House.
diff.
b.. you don't want to encourage headache
when you go to Chris IIinckle's YOU ret
'ho genuine diff.
use kiser's FeSee Oil for Rheumatism
pam. III Will give prompt relief. For sale
ny KIsER g. DoDDs,
Hazlehutst. Miss
----------Ae->-.$
Don't Smoke Scraps
When you can get the ''Paul Boyton,"
long Havana filler cigar for cents at
LEMLY's DRUG STORE.
Patriotism and good Whisky, like twin
sisters, go hand in hand, and Chris Hinckle
repudiates adulteration.
III you want pure article of Whisky. |
the place to get it is at Chris Hinckle's.
opehgier House. DIFF |
cold Yannissee," from b. J. Semmes &
20. Memphis, Tenn, is kept by j. Il b. |
ii"rt' jan3-2m
Old Kentucky "UCUP" and Old Yannis-
see," from the house of B. j. Semmes 81
Co., Memphis Tenn, two of the finest
Brands of Kentucky Whisky, at European
Bar koom' jan3-2m
Never let it be said to the discredit of the
Capital that man can't get the article-of
whisky, in its native purity unless he has
gone 10 Chris Hinckle's. DIFF
For drink of genuine unadulterated
Whisky, call on Chris IIinckle at the
opengler House. diff.
Everybody has discovered at last that
Jhris. Hinckle's is the proper place to go
or drink of pure Whisky. diff
VIEW GOODS
Go look at the elegant stock of
pring clothing just arrived at
E. & S. VIRDEN's.
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

The Princess of Wales dress at the
opening of the parliament was of Tex
tceedlngly rich dark vanille velvet,
bordered with dark fur; the corsage
OF pale vanille and silver brocade; the
jupee of volants of brocade, bordered
with fur, and over this a train of dark
velvet, lined with pale vanille satin,
and bordered with fur.n
The comet. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1877-1882, 1880-03-27

Girls, did you know this was lean
year? Yes? Well, leap out of bed of
mornings and leap down stairs, then
leap into the kitchen or tub of SOAP
suds and help your mother. You'll
soon leap into some sensible fellows
affections, and leap into a good home
Of YOIlr own
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1880-09-16
4 Blot Out Il Day.

keep on desk before me calendar of
the year, with the day of each week by
numerals. When the day is passed draw
my pen ocross figure or the figures repre-
senting q day. 1t is gone, and blot it out.
cerned, can do 30.
But AM startled by the words, II blot
out day." A day is wheel in the great
machinery Of lifc--a link in the Chain of
my probation. 1t is as truly u part of vi,
tol and essential being as year or a oen-
tury. The day is given me. Will it van
ish at my bidding7 did not originate it;
I only received it. have no moro power
to blot it out than to bring it in.
1t was gift. How should treat tho
giver il l could and would blot it out7 1t
came as o proof Of the love of tho Givcr.
10 many that day came not. It was on its
way, but the chain broke. But tho divine
kindness would not allow me to be a loser.
Shall not honor tho Giver?
A day OF sadness pcrhape! Blot it out
for that rcason2 II my sins made tho
sadness of tho day, then let tho day stand
"a mennonite of and reminder Of my folly.
That day is worth saving that brings suoh
voice Of rcproof. Perhaps tho day was
sud undor divine discipline. Surely, then,
it ought to stand lest, blotting it out, offence
bo given to him who afllc;s "for our profit
that wc might be partakcrs Of his holiness y
A day Of gIadncss perhaps the sky
bright, the air balmy, joy in friends and all
worldly comfcrt---abovc all, JOY in the Lord
and gadncss in his salvation. Shall mar
such beautiful picture? Shall | blot out
such day?