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Nodal Intrrroursr.
There is a false noo-ssity with which
we continually iurrninJ ourselves a re
straint of conventional formj. Viuler thin
bfluenct,mcn tnJ women thock thnirlest
impulses, anJ suppress their highest
thoughts. Each longs for a free commu
location wiih other souls, but dares not
give uueranre to his yearnings. What
hindfrsf The fear of what Mr. Some
body will wty ; or the frown of some pert ;
or the anathema, of some synod, or the fash
ton of Mino clique; or iho- laugh of some
rhib; or the misrepresentation of some kj
lUionl par.y. Thou art afraid of thy neigh
bor, ami knowost not that be is equullf
afraid of thee. He has bound thy hands,
und thou lias fettered his feet. It were
wiser for both to snap the imaginary band,
and walk onward unshackled-
What is there of joyful freedom in our
social intercourse ? We wish to enjoy
ourselves and take away all our freedom,
while we destroy his own. If the host
wishes to ride or walk, he dares not, leit
it should seem impolite to the guests. So
they remain slaves, aud feel it a relief to
to part company. A few individuals,
mostly in foreign lands, arrange this mat.
tor vih wiser wisdom.
If a visitor arrive, they say, I am very
busy to day ; if you want to work, the
men are raking hay in the field ; if you
want to romp the children are at play in
the court ; if you want to read to nut, I
ran be with you at such an hour, (io
where you please, and wliilo you are here,
do ns you please.
At some houses in Florence, large par
ties met without the slightest preparation.
It is understood that on some particular
evening of the week, a Indy or gentle
man always receive their friends. In one
room are books and flowers ; in another,
pictures and engravings ; in a third, mu
sic. Couples are ensconced in some shad
ed aclove.or groups dotted about the rooms,
in mirthful or serious conversation. No
man is required to peak to his host, eith
er on entering or departing. Lemonade
and baskets of fruit stand here and there,
on the aide tables, that all may take who
like ; but eating, which constitutes so
great a part of American entertainment,
is a light and almost unnoticed incident at
these festivals of intellect and taste.
Would thou like to ee social freedom in
troduced here? Then do it. Hut the
first step must be complete indifference to
Mrs. Somebody's assertion that you are
mean enough to offer only one kind of
cake to your company, and put less short
ening in the under-crust of your pie than
in the upper. Let Mrs. Somebody talk
according to her gifts, be . thou assured
that all living souls love freedom belter
than cakes or under-crust. Vr. L.
ria Child.
A Truthful fc Cheap Barometer.
' Take a clean glass bottle and put in it
a small quantity of finely pulverized alum.
Then fill up the bottle with spirits of wine.
The alum will be perfectly dissolved by
the alcohol, and in clear weather the
liquid will be as transparent as the purest
water. Un the approach of ram or cloudy
weather the alumn will be visible in a flaky
spiral cloud, in the center of the fluiu,
reaching from the top to the surface.
Thus a cheap, simple and beautiful bar
ometer is placed within the reach of all
who wish to possess one. For simplicity
of construction, this is altogether superior
to the frog barometer iu general use in
Germany.
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Confused Idea of Names.
Three wild mudlarks wero recently
captured by a young divine, and brought
into a Sunday School in New York.where
they were severally questioned as follows:
" What is your najne I"
" Dan," replied .the untaught one who
was first interrogated.
Oh ! no, your name is Daniel j say it
now.
Daniel."
Yea j well, take your seat."
' "And what is your name ?" was inter
rogated of number two.
" Sam," ej tculuted the urchin.
" Oh ! dear no, it is Samuel ; sit down,
Samuel And now let us hear what your
name is, my bright littlo follow, said he
turning to the third.
. With a crin of self-satisfaction, and a
shake of the head tlmt would have done
honor to Lord B.irleigh, the young cate
chumen boldly replied, "Jiinucl, your
hoiiwr."
- The True Ilasis of Reform.
Reform ! This is the watchword of
the restless a;e iu whii h we live. What
was regarded iu by-srone fenerations, as
the perfection of human wisdom, is now
regarded by all men who think for them
xelve, as the perfection of human folly.
Custom can no longer, as a natural conse
quence, expect implicit obedience to her
imperious mandates. Rea.-oti begins to
aerl her predominance, and couples a
ri;;id scrutiny of all theories, orgauiza
tons, institutions, and constitution, before
they can meet the approval cf the popu
lar conscience.
lltliclous
Mrs. A. is well known as on of those
mulii'iiat Christinas, uh.i nj ll.i.ul ..m
"thii they're pious vvheu they're ouly
HUou., Mini wao furnish the hijrnest evi-
dence of religion by perpetually recom-
mending it to other peoj.le, as if ii were au
article they wished to dispose of, to keep
it from spoiling: Brown was asked if he
rlidn't think she was "deeply pious."
Yes," said li., " her piety is so tvp dm
I cannot see oy bottom to it.- Post.
Worrying continually about soiutihiug
or 'tliinp is a popular ino'i'.' of "i' i
I GREAT EXCITEMENT! II
AN ENTIRE STOCK OF
NEW GOODS.
(LKAuwATnn white & samikrs
Hsvs received anil opened at Ui'tr new
store, in tht renr and near to the Bellevue
House, In Bellevue, the
Largest & Best Selected
rttocV of Goods ever brought to Bellevtiej
which they will sell for rash at prices far be
nw thou at which foods htvt been offered
heretofore. '
We don't Intend to follow the hlgnfalutln
style of some in their advertisements, but
stole tht 1lln truth when we say that our
Goods were purchased st such prices, that ws
defy competition, ami only ask purchasers to
give us a call in order to satisfy themselves.
Our stock consists in part of tbt following
articles i
French, English and Anerlcsa Cloths,
CsMimeres
Tweeds,
Battliictti,
Kentucky Jesns,
Bed Ticking,
, Pis Id Lliseys,
Flannels, 'fcc, .e.
Fvery variety of Fashionable DRF.SS
GOODS, American and English Prints, &e.
A lnrge assortment of HATS, CAPS,
ROOTS and SHOES, of every variety and
style.
Hardware.
Our stock of this Is large and complete.
GLASSWARE and QUEENSWARE.
Window Glass of all Sizes.
Of every description, such as Suear, Coffee,
Hire, Tobacco, Segars and Snuff, Candles and
Soa p.
We have made arrangements to have a su
perior article of FLOUR always on hand.
Ineonclualon.we would say come and sat
isfy yourselves. no 2U-tf.
REALTfATFFORSALE.
30 LOTS IN BELLEVUE.
AIm SHARES KELLEVUE STOCK,
do ELK HILL ADDITION
- - do JUNCTION CITY.
Eor further particulars enquire of
; T. M. McCOItD,
At the Fontenelle Bank.
' Bcllevue, April 18, 19o7. 26-tf
THE Proprietor of the above Sa-tfP S
loon, takea great pleasure injLy
announcing to the public, that he is
now prepared to serve at all hours, and In the
Deal manner,
WARM OR COLD M E A LS,
OYSTERS, COOKED IN EVERY STYLE.
SARDINES, PIGS FEET,
PICKLED TONGUE,
ROILED EGGS AND GAME IN SEASON,
Together wi'h every thing that is usually
found ta a FIRST CLASS ,
Refreshment Saloon.
Having had considerable experience in ca
tering for the public taste, he is sure that all
who favor him with a call, will be satisfied.
CHARLES JOHNSON.
Bellevue, Oct. 23, 185d. 1-tf
CIRCULAR.
TO TUB LAND Omcr.RS IX THI TCKKITOalCS
Or MINNESOTA, KANSAS AND NEBBASKA.
BY joint resolution of Congress, approved
March, 18f7, valid pre-emption claims on
the 10th and 30th sections, heretofore reserved
for schools, in the Territories of Minnesota.
Kansas and Nebraska, will be recognized
WHERE THE SETTLEMENT HAS BEEN, OB MAT
SE MADE fSlOB TO THE SUBVEV.
1st. In cases where the approved plat of
survey has not yet been returned, the declara
tory statement IIIURt be filed WITHIN! Til SEE
MONTHS AVTEB THE HECEIFT OF SUCH AP
fSOVF.D FLAT AT THE DISTRICT OFTICE.
2d. Where the plat ia now in the Register's
Office, the declaration must be filed within
three months from the risT publication or
this circular in tour district.
A failure to comply with this reuuuemenN
mm nun luiiruiire or uie claim.
T1IOS. A. HENDRICKS,
n 30-8 Commissioner,
Entering Town Sites
The following correspondence will show
that the act of the last Legislature of the
Ierntorv. deslcnatlnff the Count v Commis
sioners as the proper persons to enter Town
Kites, ia not reroguiied by the Commissioner
of the Land Office.
It Is a question of doubt whether the Judges
oi rrooaie, or me united mate Judges, can
be regarded as "Judgea of the County Court."
As soon as that doubt is removed, notice will
be given. Iu the mean time no entering of
towns not Incorporated can be made.
A copy of the act of the last Legiblaturs
will l placed In tht hands of the Commis
sioner, and, under the circumstances, the en
tries already made way be confirmed.
JOHN A. PARKER, Regi.ter.
Land Office, May 19th, 1807.
txtract or a letter to the commissioner
or THE LAN D OUICI, PATed
Land Orrice,
Omaha, April 15, lSj7,
I'nder the "act of twenty-third Mar, 1844,"
uie -juagea or me Lunty court" are given
the authority to enter "Town Sties." In this
Territory there are no such officers at "Judges
of the County Court," but the Legislature has
recognized ins 'Uoun'y I ommissionera" as
the proner persons to eniej "Town Sites,"
and we nave, in view of Uie spirit of the law,
permitted such entries, In the hope that it
will meet the approbation of the Department
Very respectfully, your ohed'nt servant,
JOHN A. PARKER, Register.
WHOLES AL.E & ltluTALL
STORE IN BELLEVUE.
I would reopectfully invite the citizens of
Itellevue and Douglas Co., to examine mv
j h i . i . . . j
Ii.ircr ana wen iriecieu aRxonnieix or
DRY GOODS, GROCERIES.
CROCKERY, HARDWARE,
! BOOTS, SHOES,
j DRL'OS. MEDICINES,
j IvJ.T TV
j wishing to purchase goods will be entirely
satisfied, and find it will be to their interest t
" ""u ',,II,M nr urS wr" se lecua
' "ortm"'t B K,NNEy
Bellevue, Oct. 23, 18.V). 1-lf
SPADES, Shovels, Hoes, Hav forka, Hay
rakes, Brooms, Scythes and Snaths, Nails,
Window Glass, Putty, Tea, lndie, Nutmegs,
Powder, bhot, Gun Cape, aud luul other ar
ticles to be had cheap for cash, at
CLEARWATER. WUTE k SANDERS.
r.31.
NEW 1 GOODS II NEW PRICES II! 1
New Ever) thing, at the Old Stand of
SARPY & ENGLISH.
EDWARD C. EOSBYSHELL ,
HAS the honor to Inform the people of the
Koutliern District of Douglas and the adjoin
ing counties, Nebraska, that he is now open
ing one of Hi largest Stock of GOODS ever
brought to Glenwood, Mills county, Iowa,
consisting of
DRY GOODS, GROCERIES,
HARDWARE, BOOTS t SHOES,
HATH A, CAPS, QUEENS WARE,
NAILS, LEATHER,
CORDAGE, IRON,
OILS, PAINTS, DYE-STUFF8,
WOOD AND WILLOW WARE,
READY-M ADE CLOTHINO,
CARPENTERS' TOOLS,
YANKEE NOTIONS, A..,
And everything that may be found generally
in city stores, all of which he will sell '
chkap rou cash.
CtT ALL KINDS OF COUNTRY PRO
DUCE tasen in exchange for Goods. Buy
ers from town or country wishing good and
cheap Goods, either at wholesale or retail,
will aave money by calling and examining his
etorK before purchasing eNewhrre, as they
will And good bargains and fair dealing.
Glenwood, Iowa. no 4-lf
, L. Nuckolls it Co.
BANKERS & LAND AGENTS,
GLENWOOD, IOWA.
Collections made in Iowa, Nebraska and
Kansas, and remitted at current rates of ex
change, free of charge.
Loans effected for foreign Capitalists, at
Wlsiern Rates of Interest, on real esU'.e
security.-
Farms, Town Lots and Unimproved Lands
bought and sold.
'lanes paid in any County in the State
also in Nebraska and Kansas.
Notes bought and Money loaned on good
security.
Interest paid on Special Deposits.
aud Warrants bought and sold.
Special attention given to the selection and
entry of Lands lor settlers or distant dealers,
either with Land Warrants or money, in Iowa,
Nebraska or Kansas.
Ws charge Ten Dollars per One Hundred
and Sixty Acres, and make reasonable deduc
tions, when entering large quantities. - When
Land Warrants are sent,To and a Half
Cents per Acre, the Land Ollice Fee, must
accompany me icaung i ec. . . - .
When Warrants are sent, the No's of War- i
rants, uaie, to wiiom issued and assigned,
shonld be copied aud retained, to guard against
loss in mails. '
Remittances to us. can be made In Drafts
on any of the hastern or Soutcrn Cities.
We will enter Land with Warrants or Cash,
pay all Fees, Taxes and Commissions, for
one third of the gross profits, accruing from
the shle of the Laud all expenses to come out
of our third of ihe profits. Our arrangement
are such that we can enter Lands in all the
Otlices in Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas. A
competent survryer always in readiness to find
and select choice Lands, Co a Fields, Rock
Quarries, Mill Sites, Mi.nlral Tracts,
ate.
Within the next twelve months there will be
offered for sals in Nebraska and Kansas, Two
and a Half Million Acres of I.and, compris
ing the best portions of those Territories, and
extending along the Missouri River, from the
niouw or Kansas Kiver or tne line or the
State of Missouri, to the Mouth of L-eau-
qui-cour Kiver.
ws solicit foreign Capitol Tor Investment.
Investments properly made in Western
Lands and Town Lots, are now paying from
twenty-five to four hundred per cent.
We believe that persons patronizing our
firm will have peculiar advantages over al
most any other In this Country. We were
among the first Pioneers of this vast and
growing country and are intimately acquainted
wicn nearly every portion oi western lowa,
Nebraska and Kanxas, aud believe we will bt
able to render satisfaction In all buxiness en.
trusted to us. . r ' i
LETTERS OF 'INQUIRY i
WILL BE PKOMTLY ANSWERED.
REFERENCES: John Thompson t Hone.
Graydon &. Co., New Yoric City ; Wood, Ba
con li. Co., Philadelphia $ Straight, Deming &
Co., Cincinnati; JUarbyfc.Uarki.lale; Humph
reys, Tutt &. Terry j Crow, McCreery & Co,
St. Louis ; Isaacs & Almond, Leavenworth
City, Kansas; Greene, Weare & Benton,
i ouncu mmis, Iowa; Henn, Williams at Vo.,
Fairrield, Iowa ; Charles Hendrie, Burlington,
inwa ; Hon. Aug. Hall, Keosauque, lows ;
Hon. James Craig, St. Joseph, Mo. ; Hon. A.
S. Fulton, Wytheville, Va ; Hon. F. McFullen,
Kstilville, Va. ; Hon. F. Ferguson, Chief Jus
tice, Bellevue, Nebraska.
Glenwood, Mills Cn., lowa. 24-tf.
W. H. STARK & CO.,
Would respectfully inform the ladies and gen
tlemen of Omaha and ticlnily, that they have
on hand and are manufacturing a complete
stock or
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Of the beat quality, and warranted; compri'
sing the following, viz :
Ladles' Fine Lace and Congress Gaiters.
" " Kid LooWb and Congress Gaiter,
" Slippers and Parodi Ties.
" Heavy Morocco and Calf Bootees.
Misses
Childs' " ' "
Gents' Sewed Kip snd Calf Boots.
Pegced '
" Fine French or Pump Boots.
Water Proof and Quilted-Bottom T jets
u Patent Calf Boots.
" Oxford Ties and Gaiters.
" Kip and Calf Shoes.
Bovs ami Youths' Kip Boots and Brozans.
All of which are made of the best material
the market affords. Our facilities for select
ing are unsurpassed in Eastern cities, and we
wish it distinctly understood that we
"Warrant Every Article We SelL
We have the best of workmen in our em
ploy. Every style of Boot r Shoe made to
order, and warranted an easy and fashionable
fit. Respectfully, ,
no 13-tf - W. H. STARK Sc. CO.
Oreene, Weare & Benton,
BANKERS, DEALERS IN EXCHANGE,
and Land Agents, Council Rluris, Iowa.
Notes ut Hills collected and remitted to any
Jiart of the I'nited Stales. Money received on
leposit, and interest allowed. Eastern or
Southern Drafts furnished in sums Usuit pur
chasers. Laud Oifk-e funds paid for Currency
or bills of Exchange. Loans ellected on good
security. Taxes paid, titles examined, and
Real Estate bought and sold on Commission,
Lands entered for settlers and time riven for
fayment. OlHoe opposite the Pacific House,
n west lower room of Land Ollice.
Revksences: F. S. Jesup 4c Co. W. J.
Barney 4c Co., Bankers. Dubuque, Iowa (Viok
fc Sargent, Bankers, Daienport, Iowa t Cul
berton 4c Reno, linkers, Iowa Citv, Iowa t
People's Bank, New York City ; Ketchem,
Rogers 4i.B."nnet. Bankers. New York Cilv :
; Selkon, Withers &. Co., Washington, D. C.
Hon. Chss. Mason, Com. of Patents, Wash
ington, D. C. I Hon. A. C. Dodsre. S. If. S.
j Hurlingion, lowa j Hon. G. W. Jones, 8. U.
I S , Dubuque, lowaj Hon. Joseph Williams,
I Chief Justice, Muscatine, Iowa.
Couiril Itkfj, Oct. ?:t. lSVl l-'f
. ANOTHKU :
GRAND ENTERPRISE!
1000 PAIRS
Eastern Boots & Shoes
SELLING AT COST
VT THE OMAHA CITY
Boot and1 Shoo Storo,
To make room for my own manufacture.
Alno,a good assortment of Ladies' and Gents'
Rubber, Overs and Sandals of A. No. 1 quali
ty, at a very small advance, together with a
complete assortment of work of my own man
ufacture, including Ladies' and Gents' Buflalo
Overs.
Also, a well selected Stock of
Leather and Findings.
P. S. Evervstvls of Boot or Shoe made to
ordur, as usual. aiiJ warranted easy, fashion
able and durable,
no 13-tf. W. HENRY STARK.
HOUSEGARPENTER AND
A- N. BR1GGS, Takes this method of in-
forming his friends, and the public
cenerally, that he Is prepared to BUILD AND
FINISH, in the best manner
Dwelling Houses
Of every description of style and finish, on the
most reasonable terms. Thankful for past
favors, he solicits a continuance of public
patronage.
Bellevue, Oct. 30, 185A. 2-tf
HOUSE CARPENTERS AND
WE would respectfully inform the Inhabi
tants of Bellevue and vicinity that we are
prepared to ERECT and FINISH . . . . -
Buildings of all Descriptions,
On the shortest notice, and in the most work
wenlike manner. Having been engaged in the
business several years, we feel confident In
stating, that all who favor us with their cus
tom, will be pleased with our work.
C. P. STORRS
Bellevue, Oct 23, 1855. 1-tf
Boot C&3 SllOO
MANUFACTURER.
A WRIGHT, would respectfully
inform the Gentlemen of Belle
vua and vicinity, that he is prepared
to manufacture, to order, every variety of
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Of the best finish and Latest Fashion. He Is
also prepared to make up in the best manner,
Embroidered and Worked Slippers, which he
will warrant to please all who favor him with
the custom.
Bel! , O-t. 30, 1H50 2-f
NEW ARRIVALS AT THE
THE Subscriber respectfully invites the at
tention of purchasers, to his large and splendid
stock of Goods, consisting of
DRY GOODS. GROCERIES,
HARDWARE, HATS,
BOOTS, CAPS,
SHOES, TOBACCO,
PATENT MEDICINES, fce., fcc.
All of which he warrants of the best descrip
tion, and bought expressly for this market.
He has also a well selected stock of
ItE ADY-M A DE
CLOTHING,
Made after the LATEST FASHIONS, of the
BEST MATERIALS, and by EXPERI
ENCED WORKMEN, all of which he Hell
CHEAP FOR CASH.
JOHN CHASE.
Bellevue, Oct. 23, 185(5. l-tf
HOUSE CARPENTERS AND
JOINERS.
rpilE undersigned takes pleasure in an--L
nonncinp to Uie Inhahitaiitu nf Rellevna
and vicinity, that thev are now prepared to
BUILD AND FINISH, in the best manner,
all styles of
Dwelling: Houses, Cottages, &e., &c,
On ths hortst notice, einl in the most ap
proved style of workmanship. They will be
also happy to do any work in their line of
business, which their friends mav stand in
need of. MYERS & HILLYARD.
Bellevue, Oct. 30, ISoti. 2-tf
LATE ARRIVAL!!
AT GLENWOOD, IOWA.
TOOTLE & GREENE
ARE NOW IS SECKIFT Or A rilESH SUPPLY OF
EOT VMSSSK Wm9
Which, when complete, will compose the
LARGEST an n best SELECTED STOCK
IN MILLS COUNTY.
Ollt STOCK OF UIIOCERIES
Are bought at the lowest terms for cash,
consul of
COFFEE,- - -SUG.R,
TEAS,
FISH,
RICE,
CURRANTS,
RAISINS,
CANDIES,
MOL SSES,
Sk'RUP,
FRUIT,
NUTS, ace., fce.. ace
DRY GOODS.
Lais and Gents, call and see them, and
pric in yourselves. They have not bees
suinme-;d and wintered in St. Louis, but
bought and shipped direct from the Fasten.
cities. Lite styles and a full assortment of
imLSS GOODS, from a ten cent Lawn to a
Two Dollar Silk. Also, a few fine SILK
SHAWLS, BONNETS and PARASOLS.
(I.OTIII.-YU.
A fine stock old and young, fogies and
-iasi' men, call toon U you want a nice coat
vest or pants, on reasonable terms.
HATS I HATS It
New styles, cheap ami durable.
HA It DIVA UK.
A very lar assortment, consisting in part
of Smith's foois, Spades, Shovels, Forks.
Rakes, Hoes, Bells, Mill, Crosscut, and Hand
Saws, Files, Augers, Axes, Broadaxes, Adie,
v. niseis, ace, c, io me enn or uie cnapter.
UILDIXU MATKHIALS.
A l:irir l.tl n Pi... 11...,,. C..I.
Shutter Blinds, Paints. Oils, Nails, Locks,
.aicucs, uiass, ruiiv, bl?.
FlIt.MTinK.
Bureaus, Bedsteads, Tables, Chair. Tin
.-Mies, cunooara, sianas, s.c.
CV" We will sell cheaper for cash thar
any house in Western lowa.
noJMf. TOOTLE 4c GREENE.
Job Printing.
EATLY and expeditiously executed, on
reasonable terms, at this Ollice.
N
T T ATS. CAPSand BONNETS The lanrest
I t X and best uitii.ci.t la the Territory c(
i Vlr jska. at the St. Louis price, st the
BFLLFVrr. STORE
Prairio Farmor
FOR 1657 VOL. 17.
A WEEKLY FAMILY JOURNAL. ,
rjcvotrn to
Western Agriculture. Horticulture, Mechan
. les, Education, Literature, Markets,
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r.riTT sv
CHARLES U URAGDON.
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ASSISTED MV
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Mechanics, who have heretofore written,
and will continue, with many olhcrs,
to write for the benefit of their
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binding is characterised by a high moral
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Will be offered in
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FOR 1857.
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How to dress with Taste. Children's
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Painting on Glass. Patchwork. The Dress
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Drawing In all its variety, useful to the be
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ebrated "Brodie," will be In every number.
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We will take a late number of both. The
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The Two Dollar Magazine contained 32 en-
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YEAR1
The New Volume will comments with a
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Admission of Utah, with or without Poly
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Slavery Probable Admission of Nebraska
and Washington Territories The Inaugural
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I Practical Horticulture, Pomoloey and Gar
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