FASHION.
’Tis Cushion everywhere,
We follow ull its frights ;
The Indies talk about it days
And dream about it niglits.
The darlings all strive very hard
To wear the biggest rats,
An t now the size has grown s# great
You e’en must call them cats.
A.sniall fish-net well stuffed with hair
Hangs gracefully o’er the back,
Resembling (its so very large)
A traveling peddler’s pack.
I can’t conceive whnt good they are,
But 'twill not do to lag—
The waterfall's absolute—
Hang out the pudding bag !
You have to look three times to see
The bonnets for tho Fall,
And then you must look ijuitc sharp,
They arc so very small.
And if you have one in your hand,
However much inclined,
I’ll bet you can’t tell what part’s “front,’’
And which shall go behind.
The monstrous “hoops” are growing less—
Let’s thank our stars for that!
Perhaps another year will see
Tho last of “mouse” and “rat.”
Let those who stick to good old ways
Be patient yet awhile,
And pretty soon they’ll find themselves
Right in the “latest stylo.”
----
Generals Washington and Lee.
An exchange brings out a little romance
connected with the “Father ofliis Country.”
It states that tlic grandfather of the present
General Robert E. Lee was a rival ot Gen
eral Washington in a love affair. The
object of their affection was a beautiful
Miss Grimes, the first love of Washington,
whom bo celebrated as the “lowland
beauty.” Lee was successful and bore off
the prise. The son of this marriage,
“Light Horse” Harry Lee, was always
held in great friendship by Washington,
and those acquainted with the great man’s
early history were of opinion that a tender
memory of the mother was not without its
influence in relation to the son. The
friendship continued until death. Major
General Lee was a gallant officer of the
Revolution, and author of several military
works. He had been Governor of Virginia,
and was a member of Congress when
Washington died. That body appointed
him to deliver the eulogy on the occasion,
in which occurred tho memorable words:
“First in war, first in peace, and first in the
hearts ofliis countrymen.”
Speculating in Mules.—An amu
• • .11 /I rill 1 MM
binBWly turn ui lvu^Kjr j iiuiuob,
who enjoys quite a notoriety on the plains
for his genial nature atfd sparkling wit.
“Rocky” servod for seven years in—th
regiment, United States army, with the
rank of sergeant.
While his regiment was stationed in
Texas, several years ago, Sergeant “lloeky”
had charge of a corral. One morning two
mules were found dead, which fact was
promptly reported to the colonel, who gave
the laconic order, “Drag them out," which
was forthwith done. It occurred to Rocky
that if the mules were dragged back into
the enclosure that night, he could remove
and sell two mules, and report “two mules,
dead,” as lie had done previously. The
mules were accordingly drawn hack, and
other mules sold, and the morning report,
“two mules dead,’’ evoked the same order
—“Drag them out.”
The ruse was practiced several succes
sive nigliks, until the colonel’s suspicions
were aroused that something was wrong,
and he determined to keep watch the fol
lowing night. About midnight lie espied
from his office window the enterprising
Rocky in the act of drawing the veritable
mules into the corral. He raised the win
dow and shouted:
“Sergeant, you had better get fresh
mules—those are about worn out!”
“Rocky” quit his mule speculations, and
served a brief time in the guard house.
The Difference for Sambo.—Mr.
Oliphant, an Englishman, who has written
some true and many amusing things about
the events of our civil war, shows the na
ture of the change wrought in the condition
ttf the negro, by the following anecdote:
“I invariably asked every negro I
conversed with, whether ho thought him
self better or worse off than formerly, and
as invariably received for answer, that he
was in some respects better, and in some
worse. One fellow on board a steamer
illustrated the difference, thus: If, when
I was a slave, I had tumbled overboard,
the boat would have beeu stopped, 1
I should have beeu piekod up and put by
the lire to dry, because I was property, and
then given a hundred lashes for falling
overboard. But now, if I fall overboard,
‘Oh it is only a cursed nigger, go ahead,’
and I should never be picked up at all.
In a word, the negro used to be a dog with
a master, now he is a dog without one.”
-t ^ ♦
-!‘Now, Papa, tell me what is humbug,”
“It is,” replied papa, “when mamma pretends
to be very fond of me, and never puts buttons
on my shirt till reminded of it a dozen times.”
Southern Postmasters’ Indebted
ness.—The Government is preparing to
proceed against the delinquent Southern
postmasters appointed prior to 1861. The
total indebtedness of this class of persons
is about $300,000, of which $100,000 has
been paid on demand, and nearly the same
amount put in process of collection. The
general defense set up by such postmasters
is that they should be credited with the
stamps which they turned over to the
Confederate Government. Mr. Cohen, of
Savannah, member elect to the House of
Representatives, claims over five thousand
dollars, and Mr. Galloway of Memphis
over nine thousand dollars. The post
master at Mobile has paid over twelve
thousand dollars under protest, intending
to institute a suit for its recovery.
War Upon Tire Newspapers.—The
Austrian Commander-in-Chicf has com
menced his campaign by a blow in advance
against the press, whose representations he
will not tolerate in his army. This is a bad
augury for Austria. Our experience in
the late war proved that those commanders
who were distinguished for their war
against the newspapers were celebrated
for nothing else, and under their manage
ment wc had always defeat and disaster.
—[Cincinnati Enquirer. .
-A little darkey in Richmond, being
asked by his teacher, “Whom did Christ
choose for his disciples?” replied, “O, dey
cum from de Norf!”
-A very volatile young lord, whose faults
were numberless, at last married. ‘Now, my
lord,’ said his wife. ‘I hope you’ll mend,
‘Madam,’ said he, ‘this is my last folly.’
I iS ARC.
STEAM MILL.
THE undersigned take pleasure in informing
the public, that they have a SAW MILL
in successful operation, and keep Lumber on
hand, and will fill orders at short notice, at
reasonable rates. We also have a No. 1
CORN MILL
In running order, and will keep FRESH
MEAL to supply the trade, or, will exchange
good meal for good corn We invite those
wanting anything in our line, to give us a call,
as we hope to make our business associations
pleasant and profitable to our patrons.
TEN EYCK, SOULE & CO.
Dos Are, April 21, 1906.—3m
MSHETTEH,
BLACKSMITH
WAGON MAKER,
^xc,
Having fitted up my
shop, T can now be found at
the old stand, ready to do all'ISSaSfeSSSB
kinds of work in my line. Those having
MiA.CK.8MITIIIWG <»» WAGOSI
WORK TO BE BOSE,
Can be assured that I can, and will do it in
the be3t possible manner. mar8
~FriJGPTIENr
Watcliiiiakcr'aiid Jeweler.
DES ARC, ARKANSAS.
1AM NOW PREPARED TO DO ALL
. kinds of work in my line. Mend
ing, Cleaning, &c.
--Thankful for past favors, I solicit a
continuance of the patronage heretofore be
stowed on me. feb28-tf
MEMPHIS INN,
T BENNETT,
PROPRIETOR.
mins house is conveniently located >ak
1 near the Steamboat Land- JKOL
ing. Travelers, or those wishing to remain
a while in Des Arc, can lie assured of good
fare, comfortable quarters, and all the ac
commodations usually found at such a house.
Des Arc, Arkansas, Feb. 28, 1866.-tf
Barber Shop! Barber Shop!!
BENJ. CLINTON,
COLORED.
IS now prepared to do all kinds of work
. iu his line.
Shaving, Miampooninar, Hair
Cutting-, Byelng, &c.,
Done with neatness and dispatch.
Des Arc, Ark., March 8, 1866.—tf
Steam Saw-Mill.
STBONG & SEELEY
TIT AKE pleasure in informing the public that
-L they have put in running order, the
Steam Saw and Grist Mill on Mrs. Quarles’
place on White river, four miles below Des
Arc, where they are prepared to furnish lum
ber or grind at all times, and will be pleasod
to receive orders, and promptly fill the same.
Terms—Cash.
marS- STRONG & SEELEY.
SHERMAN BOISE,
Devail’s Bluff, Ark.,
I3y Mrs. Crossen.
BEING prepared for their accommodation,
solicits the patronage of the public,
aprilll
FBBDINAN’D OATHS. ISAAC OATHS.
F. GATES & BRO.,'
Des Arc, Ark.,
DEALERSIY
GENTS
FURNISHING GOODS,
Notions, &c.
HAVE JUST RECEIVED A FULL ASSORT
MENT OF
BONNETS,
IIATS,
SHAKERS,
CHAM 15 RATS,
MOHAIRS,
LAWNS,
MCSEEVS, ,
ORGANDIES,
POPLINS,
RERAGES,
DOMESTICS,
LINENS,
COTTON STRIPES.
GRENADINES,
TOWELING, Etc.
-ALSO
The finest assortment of PRINTS,
over offered to this market. Together
with
‘ptUcjs §xt$#
of every kind.
SACQUES, SHAWLS, GLOVES,
CLOAKS, PARASOLS, JlIBBONS,
LACES, HOOP-SKIRTS, CORSETS,
BALMORALS, DRESS TRIMMIMGS, &c.
Wc have on hand the finest assortment of
GENTS
CLOTHING,
offnvoil ill Tine Ar>/» OAneiotinr» i« lifinf of
SJ’anaj, SFiuts, floats,
/passunele, Slants,
Amen, West A,
flLndei‘--$LathuiQ, Lanes,
-@ao.ts, <Sfha.es,
Mats, Masle/ij-, Sic
i
CLOTII, CASSIMERE, JEANS.
LINEN, SATINET, FRENCH CLOTII.
Our assortment of NOTIONS is un
equalled.
POCKET KNIVES, MATCH SAFES,
SPOONS, TOOTH BRUSHES,
STATIONERY, BLANK BOOKS, &c.
AVc call the attention of the Ladies to our
large and well selected stock of
BILK GOODS,
Together with all that pertains to a first class
Dry Goods Store.
-Ladies and Gentlemen give us a call,
and you shall be satisfied.
Just [Received.
IN addition to the above, we have just re
ceived a complete assortment of
Sfaddl.es,
efide £Faddle A,
<~Faddle-J@ac$s,
SFadddle J@Lankels,
dies.
GUNS, PISTOLS,
of every variety.
GUN TS BBS, PERCUSSION CAPS
ALSO,
2F’itie $igai&,
SFniatd/iq JDaLacca,
$/icuu/iQ JDaLacca,
SPI/lcs,
Jlleelschaam SFifiei,
SFi/ie $asek, Sic
AVc call particular attention tootirsfo»k as
the best, that has ever been offered to this
market. As we purchased our goods for cash,
we can afford to sell cheap, and are determined
to do so. Give us a call, and satisfy yourself,
that our stock is as we represent it, and that
wo will do as we say. apr7
An OI«l Song, sot <o a Sew Tune.
ter 1O0G. ' ^
“.1* spring approaches
Ants ami Roaches
From their holes come out,
And Mice and Rats,
In spite of cats,
Gaily skip about,''
“18 years estaWlshed in N. Y. City.”
“Only infallible remedies known.”
“Free from Poisons.”
“Not dangerous to the Human Family.”
“Hats come out of their holes to die.”
“Costar’s” Rat. Roach, &c., Ester's.
Is a paste—used for Rats, Mice, Roaches,
Black and Red Ants, }f6., ,fc., <j•<:., #c.
“Costar s” Bed-Bug Exterminator.
Isa liquid or wash—used to destroy, and
also as a preventive for Bed-Bugs, &c.
“Costar’s Electric Powder for Insects
Is for Moths, Mnsquitoes, Fleas, Bed-bngs,
Insects on l’tants, Fowls, Animals, &c.
! ! ! Beware ! ! of all worthless imi
tations, JgSY" See that “Costar’s name is on
eacli Box, Bottle, and Flask, before you buy.
8®“Address, JIEARY R. COSTAR,
481 Broadway, N. Y.
jggy Sold by all Druggists and Retailers,
everywhere South. Barnes, Ward & Co.,
Wholesale Agents, New Orleans, La
INCREASE OF RATS.—The Farmer's Ga
zette (English) asserts and proves by figures
that one pair of RATS will have a progeny and
descendants no less than 051,050 in three years.
Now, unless this immense family can be kept
down, they would consume more food than
would sustain 65,000 human beings.
EgkoSec “Costar’s” advertisement above.
1866.
RATS versus BIRDS.—Whoever engages in
shooting small birds is a cruel man; whoever
aids in exterminating rats is a benefactor.
We should like some one to give us the benefit
of their experience in driving out these pests.
We need something besides dogs, cats, and
traps for this business.—Scientific American,
N. Y.
J8S!Y“See “Costar’s” advertisement above.
1866.
HOUSEKEEPERS troubled with vermin
need be so no longer, if they use “Costar’s”
Exterminator. We have used it to our satis
faction; and if a box cost- §5, we would have
it. We have tried poisons, Lt.'t they effected
nothing; but “Costar’s article knocks the
breath out of Rats, Mice, Roaches, Ants, and
Bed-Bugs, quicker than we can write it. It ;s
in great demand all over the country.—Medina
Ohio Gazette.
£^"See “Costar’s” advertisement above.
1866.
FARMERS AND HOUSE KEEPERS—should
recollect that hundreds of dollars’ worth of
Grain, Provisions, &c., are annually destroyed
by Rats, Mice, Ants, and other insects and
vermin—all of which can be prevented by a few
dollars’ worth of “Costae’s” Rat, Roach, Ant,
&c , Exterminator, bought, and used freely.
jgigpSee “Costar’s” advertisement above.
C. .1.1 I 1 hnolovo ova
- "j --' ' -^
rywhere South. Barnes, Ward & Co., Whole
sale Agents, New Orleans, La. jun2-55m
J. E. GATEWQOD,
mmmmm m saw
^V1VI>
LAND AGENT,
lies Arc, Prairie Co., Arkansas.
mar'24-tf__
W. IIICKS, Formerly of the firm of Cypert &
Hicks.
II, R, FIELDING, Formerly of Athens, Ala.
HiCKS & FIELDING,
Searcy, White Co., Arkansas.
WILL practice in this and the adjacent
counties, in the District Courts, and Su
preme Court of the State.
-We have in connection with our Law
Office an ACTIVE OUT-DOOR COLLECTING
AGENCY. Claims entrusted to us will he
promptly attended to, and if not immediately
collected will bo at once secured if possible.
Claim against the Government for property
taken by the U. S. forces (whether receipted
for or not)—Bounties Pensions, Arraaes of
Pay &c. nromptly attended to.
mtir24- HICKS & FIELDING.
.J. C. JONSON,
at km
A.1VJL)
deaeral Lam!
SEARCY, ARKANSAS.
WILL practice in the courts of Woodruff,
Jackson. White, Prairie, Monroe, and
other counties in the White river country.
Prompt attentior will be given to all claims
intrusted to my care, and particular attention
to Land Claims in this vicinity. may5-4m
JOHN E. BUCnANAN. CEO. W. .VAUERRY.
BmsLaimia & Mali err jt
ATTORNEYS AT LAW,
AND
GENERAL LAiVD AGE1YTS,
COTTON PLANT,
WOODRUFF COUNTY, ARKANSAS.
TTTILL attend the Circuit and Probate
V V Courts for the counties of Monroe, St.
Francis and Woodruff’. mai2l
s. peoples,
DEALER IN
DRY GOODS,
Produce and Groceries,
—AND—
OENER’L RECEIVING, FO^VARDIBG
-AXD
Comm^um gUctthant,
REVAI.E S IIEI FE, ARKAXS4S. |
march 17-Gm , ,
.A. • B E 1
WHOLESALE AND 1
Fancy and Sta
YANKEE
guotjs unci
No. 259 MAIN STREET, !
A* large Stock of the above Goods have been
dine, and to those desiring to buy at \VilOJ.l <»■
tage to call and examine my stock before pure
Silk Sacques, Black and Fancy Silks,
Linen Sheeting, Grenadine,
Embroideries, Gents
And all Goods to make up a well assorted stoc
PRICES possible—as low as they can be sold i
aprill4-3in. _'
llboRE &~COT
AND DEALERS IN
1
(At Haley & Erwin’s Old Stand,) *
WE KEEP CONSTANTLY ON HAND, A
large assortment of
Plantation & Family Supplies,
BOOTS, SHOES, CEOTIIU4G
Asn
Staple X>i\y Cr oods.
Also: Corn, Oats. Cotton Seed, &c.
Will pay the highest market price for Hides
aud Peltry, Eggs, Butter ami
Chickens.
JS-gr Please give us a call before pur
chasing elsewhere
feb20-ly. MOORE & CO.
Drugs! Drugs!!
Drugs, DkdiriufS,
PAINTS, DYE-STUFFS,
WINDOW-CLASS. OILS,
kJJ. cashes, SriLhinQ. ZJackLe,
PERFUMERY,
SCHOOL BOOKS AND STATIONERY.
Any books will be ordered to suit purcha
sers. We intend to keep everything in the
Drug line that this market demands.
Prescriptions and orders filled promptly.
Terms—CASH.
feb38-tf BURNEY & BRO.
DES ARC
DRUG STORE.
JOHNSON, DAVIS & CO.
Wholesale & Retail
DRTJG GISTS,
DES ARC. ARKANSAS.
Keeps always on hand the largest and
most comploto stock in their line ever otfered
in Des Arc, comprising
wosstst ?«snn
LIQUORS! LIQUORS!
SPICES, DYE STUFFS, Etc.
PAINTS, OILS, COLORS, \C.
GLASS & PUTTY.
Our stock embraces every thing coming
within the Drug Business. Give us a call
and we will guarantee satisfaction. All orders
intrusted to our caro filled with promptness
and accuracy.
N. B.—Our establishment is in the hand*
of an experienced Druggist, who can he found
at his Post at all hours—day and night.
Des Akc, February 20, 1800—tf.
Des Arc Hotel,
8ABW & zwvm,
I ’I'opviet.o
1DIIS establishment is now open, for the
. reception of the
traveling public.
HI persons having regard for convenience
nd comfort, would do well to give its a call. | .
)ur table will always he supplied with the 1 f
a-.( that the market affords, f> h28 jl
] S S El Ei 9 f
JKl’AIL, DKAEElt J>f
pie Dry Goods,
NOTIONS,
*’ amt €ltothingf
rlEMPIIIS, TENNESSEE.
purchased in the Eastern cities, since ,y •
lLE, I would say that it will be tothcirad 1
msing elsewhere, tt7aa- I
Lace Mantles, Irish Linen, Horib. I
Mohair, Poplins, Bereges, ier^> 1
’ Furnishing Goods, j
c. All of which will be sold at the LOWpv I
l any house in the city. ' *"•’ i
V. 8EESSEL, 259 Main Street, Memphis. I
O. F. l-RKSCOTT. - j. P. I
0. F. PRESCOTT & Co., I
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALEBg[j I
COM OIL LARD |
£mp, pmp listutts, I
CflHDLES aHD AXLE GREASE. J
Manufacturers of 1
FAMILY SOAPs
Tinware, Stove Pipe, Roofing, (/uttering,Eh I
NO. 10 JEFFERSON STREET, I
MEMPHIS, TENN. J
1 AAA Hoses With ridge’s Best. XX Flint pi
lUI/U Glass Chituneys. Gash paid fcr K
Grease and Tallow. npril7-;;m ’ B
0. S. IIOWK, A E. G. WlIKKLKII, I L Ii."l*JCItK» I
From Miss. J Memphis. ^ From Ala' if
WHEELER, FiCKEHS & C0-, I
AVIIOLESALE DEALERS IN
WOOD AND WILLOW WJttJ
Brushes, Brooms, |
Gordage aad Wire Goods. I
SAMPLE AND SALE EOOOM: |
NO. 45 NORTH COURT ST., R. J. D.ILTON’S OLD STAND, ft
Warchous, oxer Wilton, Carter j- cj 1
104, MTV IX Srr., ;
MEMPHIS, TENN1
apri!14-3m |
Toof, Phillips & Cirofle, j
It U L Hj D V I* Sit A A U J{ S TA 1L
commission merchants,
-AND DEALERS IN
Family and Plantation Supplies, Wines,
Liquors, Tobacco and t'li?ars,
No. 280 Front Street, Corner Court.
Memphis, Tenn.
a prill 4-3 m
w. w. WAin,
OF DES ARC, ARKANSAS,
—WITH—
T>. SHLOSS & CO.,
Wholesale and Retail Dealers in j
STAPLE AND FANCY
DRYGOODS,
CLOTHING.
BOOTS, SHOES, HATS, FURNISHING
GOODS, PLANTERS’ GOODS, ETC.,
No. 24? Alain Street, Opp. Odd Fellows IIA
aprl4-] MEMPHIS, TEH*.
T. DEAN. J NO. D. ADAMS. T. GAFF
Dean, Adams & Graff,
COTTON FACTORS
-AND
(Eommission Merchant?!
a'o. 140 till m E It S T ft EEL
Orlenns.
mayl‘2-0m
I. H. UEUGKl'K'ni. J. •, *»#
KEOGEPETH & THOItISS,
ATOEHSY8 AT US'
DES ARC, ARKANSAS.
WILL practice in all of the couih
Prairie county, and the oireu*■*
Jf the surrounding counties. miuAp_^
Leaves Memphis Every Titnsi'A’.
Regular Memphis and Mb**
River Pac el,
COM MERCIALj
JOHN. B. DAVIS, - - c"Pbin
\ "jm -i THIS steamer
tfeii^^^t^LreguIarly throughout th»(f
on. Leaves Memphis every Tuer=‘lii
)es Are every Saturday. m,,,r