, election distinct where he offers to vote ten j., immediately preceding such election, and Vn tuo vears paid a Stat" or county tax W shall "havebeen assessed at least l*-u days U Jth" election. But a citizen ol the Urti i States who has previously been a qualified ' ! of this State and return ed therefrom and Vt fiirned and who shall have resided in the Action district and paid tox~s, aforesaid, .shall ni it led to vote alter residing in this Slate v,ti>s : Provided, That the white freemen, of the United States between the ages 't'tue'ntv-one and twenty-two years, who have jn the election district ten days as afore ,",t have paid tax. V) person shall be admitted to vote whose no t contained in the list of taxable in i" j7 in tj furnished by the Commissioners, un i '!■ Fu st, he produce a receipt of payment, I ll) two years of state or county tax assessed -;:, jh ,v to"the constitution, and give satisl'ac *' '-Evidence on his own oath or affirmation ol !.''thor that he Ira- paid such a tax, or in a faii . , produce a rec if t shall make oath to the "Anient thereof, or Second, if he claim a right ' ' >tt t'V '■,'ientV-one and tw-nty-two years shall deposit .oath or affirmation, that he has resided in die State at l-ast one year next befme his appli ed >r>. and make such proof of residence in the p'.erict as is required by this act, and that he s vvrilv believe, from the account given him that he is of the age aforesaid, and give M ich other evidence as is required bv this act, v hereupon the nameol the person so admitted to v ite shall be inserted in tlrn alphabetical lid by tic in.-pector, and a note made opposite there ■ writing 'he word 'tax,' if he shall he admit- -io vote by reason of having paid tax, or the word 'age' if he shall he admitted to vote by r.-n-,-! of age, and in either case the reason of •ci) a '"I 14 " ''e called out to the clerks, who shall make the like note in the lists ol vo ters kept bv them hi ail cases where the name of the person claiming to vote is not found on the list fur nKiei! i'V the commissioners, and assessors, or ; 1,0 ri'lit t<> vote whether found thereon or not, i | s objected to bv any qualified citizen, it shall j he the duty of the inspectors to examine such j person on oath as to his qualifications, and if he j claims lo have resided within the Stale lor one vear or more, his oath shall be sufficient proof ilii-resif, but be shall make proof by at least one competent witness, who shall he a qualified i elector that he has resided within the district h>r j 11 re than ten days immediately preceding said election and shall also himself swear that his hna fide residence, in pursuance of his lawful ca!li#r, i> within tie* district, and that he did 11 -t remove in the district fir the purpose of vo- ; ting therein. Every person qualified as aforesaid, and who shall make due proof if required, ol his re.-i- j ace ly i payment ol taxes, as aforesaid, shall | • H fettled to vote in the township, ward or district in which fie shall reside. It'mv p-us m shall prevent or attempt to pre- j vs i anv officer of an election under this act f ni holding such election, or use or threaten | ; v violeiic ■ to any such officer, and shall in- i terrupt or improperly interfer with him in the j execution of his duty, shall .block or attempt to j k up the window or avenue to any window I here (lie . one ma v beholden, or shall riot rush" disturb the peace of such election, or shall ! u e ipraticeanv intimidation, threats, force | or violence, with the design to influence undo- ; lv r overawe any elector, or pi event him from j ii'i g, or to restrain the freedom of choice,! such person on conviction shall lie fined in any vim not exceeding five hundred dollars and to fie imprisoned for any time not less than one or more than,twelve months', and if it shall he ; shown to the' Court w here the trial ofsocli of-| fence shall be had, that the person so offending w,is not a resident of the city, ward, district or tow nship where the said offi-nce was committed, i.'td not entitled to vote therein, then, on con viction, he shall lie sentenced to pay a fine ofj r>t less than one hundred nor more than one thousand dollars, arid he imprisoned not less 'fan s;\ months nor more than two years. If any person or persons shall make any het : n r wager upon the result of anv election with "m Commonwealth, or shall offer to make any s ca het or wager either bv verbal proclama- 1 ti'ii thereof, or bv any written or printed ad-? v-rtiserr.ent, challenge or invite any person or m- t> make such bet or wager, upon con viction thereof he or tliev shall lorleit and pay t-ree times the amount so bet or offered to be Ut. And the Judges of the respective districts a ! redid, are required to meet at Bedford, on the • lay next following the holding of said El-c --' then and there to perform tiiose things re -1 red ol them bv law. hivt a under my hand, at my < tfice in Bedford, this Bth day ol September, in tile year of our bird one thousand eight hundred and filtv four, and the 79th of the Independence of the 1 oiled States. HUGH MOORE, Sheriff. s "Pf- 14, 185fi. SIT!0MI HOTEL ' ''.A/:/* li.\ J.TIMOR]; tV MECHANIC UTS. CUMBERLAND, MD. 12. KELLER, Proprietor. i is Hotel, recently kept hv Sam'l Lunrmn, - undergoing thorough repair and is a very fine, •' : - v - airy building, situated in the most central *•' "sinesv part of Cumberland. " Hi. ROOMS are large, and well furnished v ' nil the necessary fixtures and appliances render guents comfortable. will be the earnest desire of the Proprie " !<> render, in all respects, entire satis!',ic ■ -. arid lie flatters hirnselfthat his efforts will ■ 1 " crovvned with success. ere is attached to said hotel an excellent, , ' " capable ol accommodating fiO head of _ r "" s - Drovers will find it to their advantage to i:'ve him a call. A careful hostler in attendance at all times. A porter in attendance at the cars, ike. Rates of boarding 25 cts. per meal.— ' 'vrs taken by the week, mouth or year. V P<- 21, 1855. s WOOD a " ■* proposals will received at the Com ! ! ? "7 s on Friday October 12, 1855, ,ir - ; 'bing of forty-tive cords dry Chesnut , l U0( *> iLe iame to be ranked when deliver- A. S. RI SSELL, Clerk Com'rs. v i ,! - 14, 1855. i„ ' Xi -: rs.—Fly Netts for horses—sin b " ,lJ pairs—for sale by A. 11. Cramer &Co. Be (1 ford Acade sny ANT) FSKALE SEMINARY. W. W. CAMPBELL, Principal. The Ist Session of the sth school year of this In stitutioh dl oi>en on .Monday moinii.c Ihe 3d day of September. 't he past history of the Academy will, we tui-t, be a sufficient guaranty of Us luture efficiency. The branches taught w ill be the same as heretofore. To JIASTKR I-KIM-IPLKS will be consid ered the most important pursuit of the pupils; and while it will be the constant business of the instruc tor to impart knowledge, it will also be his aim to lead his pupils to make a practical application of their acquisitions. To load the mind with innumer able formulas, without causing it to use them, would be like placing a how in a child's hand, without teaching hint how to bend it. In tine, it shall be our object, us it ha ever been, to lead the pupil to Til 1 \ K. N. B. Instruction in Book Keeping in all it- bran ches. both Single and Double Kotry will be given by the Principal. The Class in tins study will lie soar ranged that any young men desiring to pursue thi iruportant branch in order to prepare themselves lor cleikships ran rrrile. in it alone. This recitation will receive attention out of the regular -rhool hour-. Instruction in this branch will he extra and so charg ed. We look forward confidently to the patronage of this community, which has thus far hern so gener ously extended, and by an undiminished assiduity, we hope to merit your support. Terms per quarter, as usual, to wit: Classics, s(> 25 HIGHER ENGLISH, : 00 MIDDLE " 4 50 ELEMENTARY " 4 00 BOOK KEEPING, (Extra) 5 00 Feb. 10, 1855. 3 s 5 2§ 1/ 3 V %A JL •: OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE! BV virtue of an order of the Orphan-' Court of Bedford County, the undersigned will expose to pub lic -ale, on the priirii-e- on SATURDAY, the Oth day of October. 1855, the following described REAL ESTATE situate in Coleraiu Township, viz: A lot or piece of ground containing six acres or thereabouts, and having thereon erected a Log Frame Hoii-e, Frame Stable. See., adjoining land- of Herirv I'. Diehl, George Feight's heir- and others, late the property of Isaac Beugaman, deceased. OT/"Terins : CASH ut the confirmation of the sale on the UUh of November. 1855. HENRY P. DIEHL. WILLIAM ENGLAND. Arluuoi.sirutor v of the estate of Isaac IjengumaH, tlen i*cd. Spt. 14, l&tf.— 4t Sio fticfiolas fVotci* <£ uinl}c r 1 an b , ill b . Tlie Proprietor respectfully begs leave to in firm the travelling public that this house has re cently been thoroughly re-fitted and completely renovated, and is now ready to receive guests. It is the earnest desire and intention ot the Proprietor to give perfect satisfaction to those who lavor him with their patronage. A libe ral share is confidently expected. SA MI *PL LU M \ X, Proprietor. Successor to H. K. Dow Co. Cumberland, Aug. 10, 1855. H. NICODEMUS, Aifiiicncr anti Justice cf tl)c |3c.uc, BEDFORD, PA. Has removed his otiice to Juliana street, nearly opposite the Drug and Bonk store of Dr. F. C. Reamer, where he will faithfully attend to all business connected u ith the duties of his office. He will continue to repair clocks and watch es, as usual, and respectfully incites those in need of his services in this line to give him a call. April 13, 1855. MAI liOODX. The undersigned respectfully announces that they have just opened a latge and well assorted supply of SPRING AND SIMMER GOODS! In an advertisement we cannot give an idea of how cheap we are selling—nor do we desire to attract customers by publishing prices of lead ing art ides. We embrace this opportunity of thanking all who have so liberally patronized us during tin past five years—and, while soliciting their con tinned favors, assure them a call will convince we are selling good Goods as low—il not lower j —than can he purchased elsewhere in Bedford. A. B. CRAMER eX CO. Exchange Building. April 27, 1855. CAPTION. All persons are cautioned against trespassing upon the Po">r House Farm, either by hunting, fishing, or otherwise, as the law will he rigidly enforced against all who do so. without respect j t i persons. And notice i- hereby given that no cows will hereafter he taken to pasture. By order of the Directors. WM. F. MOREHEAD, June 22. Steward. Take .Hotice! ALL persons indebted to the subscribers, eith er bv note, hook account, or otherwise, are re quested to make early payment.—lndulgence cannot be given beyond the first of September next. All who neglect this notice, will pay costs as a consequence. THOS. H. MURRAY &. BRO. Bloody-Run, June 2!), 1855. NOTICE. Letters of administration on the estate of Philip Moss, late of Southampton township, deceased, having been granted to the undersign ed bv the Register of Bedford County—notice is hereby given that all persons indebted to said Estate will be required to make immediate pay ment, and those having claims against it will present them properly authenticated for settle ment. NATHAN ROBISON, Adm'r. Sept. Ik, 1855.* COLLECTORS FOR 1855 Will bear in mind that no exonerations will be allowed by the Commissioners for Militia Tax alter the Ist Monday of December next. You wil Ihe prepared to make yourescape.s at Novem ber Court. A. S. RUSSELL, Clerk to Com'is. Sept. 14. 1855. SCHOOL NOTICE. MISS R. S. PROCTER *ill resume the iluties of her school in the Lecture Room of the Presbyt'-rian Church, on Monday the 20th day of Aiu*u-t inst. and respectfully solicits a share of the public patro [ nage Aug. 3. JUST RECEIVED.—A lew cases metis'fine | Calf and Morocco Boots. A. B. Cramer Co. PIBLIC SALE OF VALUAELE REAL ESTATE ! By VII lure, of an M tier of the Orphans' Court of Bedford County, the uiulersitftihil, adurinistrator of the estate of Ahruhain Sparks, late of West Providence Township,deceased, will expose to public sale, at the MANSION PROCKKTY of said deceased, in said Town ship, on MONDAY the Sth day of October, 1855, all the real e-tate of said decedent not taken at the val uation bv the heirs, viz : The Mansion Tract (A) containing 301 acres and allowance, and having thereon erected a large and commodious STONK TAVERN STAND, three pri vate dwelling Houses, fiarns, stables, Waggon-Sheds aml other out buildings, rendering it one ol the most convenient properties for public bti-iness in the Coun ty. 'I he soil is good and well adapted to agricul tural purposes, besides being in a high -tate of eulii vation and well watered. The main body ot this land lies upon the north side of the Juniata ruer, where the turnpike passes through by the improvements above mentioned. AI so (/i) •! i act containing rifhty-one mat a quar ter arrrx situate iri East Providence township, and ad joining land- of Nycurn Diehl, Black and others; lately purchased from tsunniel l'ate s administrator. Also (/**) one other Tract containing ST, acres, near or adjoining the last named tract in East Provi dence Tow nslnp. Also ((J) one other Tract containing -17 acres, on lot) Mill Kun, in East Providence Township, ad joining lands of John Nycuin, J. IV. Dicke-ou anil others. Al.-o (II) one other Tract containing 150 acres, in Monroe township, adjoining lands of Daniel and Uer nurit Means, George Sieckinai; other:-. Al o (1) one other 1 ruct containing -1 acres and 12 perches, in West Providence Township, adjoining J. Moore's heir-. Baltzer Morgeit's heir-and others. Also (J ) one oilier Tract containing 224 acres & 75 perches, in We-t Providence Township, adjoining lands of George Stnouae, Fredeiick Mench, S. J. Hol lar and others. Al.-o (AT.) A lot of ground in Bloody Run, contain ing dfi feet in front arid running 105 leet back. Also (A) one other Lot adjoining the above anil be ing ot the -aim* dimensions. EI?" T lilt MS : —One-third in hand at the confir mation n! Ibe -ale on the Joih November, 1555, and the balance in two equal anual pay men is without in teiest. JOHN CESSNA. acting arlmiinxtintar of the luxtate of Abraham Sjiar/. x, Urrcas' it. Sept. 11, 1855.—4t. fii'. Roi'fki', l. lock A: Vi mcfr Maker AM) DEALER IN JEWELRY, Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Bedford, and the public in general, that he has opened a Jewelry -Store in the building re cently occupied by 11. Nicodemus, Esq. nearly opposite the Bedford Hotel, where tie will he j pleased to see all in want of articles in his line, lie has on hand, and will constantly keep, an elegant assortment of JEWELRY, and will re pair Clocks and Watches in tlie bert style. He i hopes to receive a liberal share ol patronage, as j he leeis satisfied he can render satisfaction to ail who entrust him with their work. His terms j will he moderate. He has on hand Gold and Silver W,.Tt m:s, j Silver Spoons, Thimbles, Butter Knives, Gold 1 and Silver Pens arid Pencils, See. Xc. N. B. He still continues the Gnnsmithing business, at his old stand, in the East end of town, u here he has a good and competent work man constantly employed. D. B. April 27, 1855. _ : _ Slenry Sia (Of the late Firm oj King A" .Moor head.) £ emmission iHcrtljaiU, DEALER IN PIG METAL, BLOOMS, Western Produce, &e. &c. kc. No. 7(i, Water Street, below Market, Pittsburg, Pa. The undersigned will continue th<* Commis sion Business at the above place; and having provided himself with suitable conveniences for the storage tf Pig Metal, Blooms, Produce, &c. is now prepared to receive consignments. By long experience in the business, and by constant attention, lie hopes to merit a generous share of trade, v\ hich he respectfully .solicits. HENRY 8. KING. April 27, 1855. Notice to Collectors. COLLECTORS ol Taxes in possession of the Duplicates of the Poor arid House of Employ ment are notified that, unless they make imme diate payment, suits w ill be instituted against them without respect to persons. This notice is in earnest, and all who neglect it, will subject themselves to COSTS. Bv order of the Direc tors. JOHN H. RUSH, Mav 18, 1855. Treasurer. JCitKKPII W. TATiA, ATTORNEY AT LAW, " RE.iL FSTJTF BROKEII, BOUNTY LAND, AND CLAIM AGENT, Has for sale FOUR FARMS and 10,000 acres of unimproved Land. lCt*" Liberal advances made. Land Warrants bought and sold. in Juliannastreet. Bedford, May 11, 1855—6 m. I .TOO PIECES WALL PAPER, From l2i cmts to $1 25 per piece, just receiv ed and for at the variety Store of JAMES K. PIALLAM. Bedford, April 27, 1855. LUMBER! The subscribers have on hand and will constantly keep, (at the old -taml of Lewis X. Fyan, in Jimiatta township.) a full supply of Lap and Joint Shingles, and Boards of every inscription, which they will dis pose of on reasonable terms. I'LATT BROTHER. Sept. 7, 1855. STRAY STEER. Came to the premises of the subscriber living in Bedford township, sometime in August last, a voung steer, supposed to he two years old with a„slit in the right ear and a piece cut out ol the left—white and red spots with a bell on. The I owner is requested to come forward, prove pro ! petty, pay charges, and take him away. JONATHAN DEAL. Sept. 14, 1855.* Annual Fair. CTTThe annual Fair for Bedford Counfy will com mence on Wednesday the 171 h day ot October next, and continue for three days. For Premiums to be | awarded, and other particulars, see bills now circu lating. We have reason to hope that this fair will exceed any yet held in this place. Let all do some thing. SAVE MONEY.—To make room for fall stock—from this date we will sell every descrip -1 toin of Summer Goods at very reduced prices.— j Call and save money ! I A. B. Cramer & Co. HEMBOLD'S GENUINE PREPARATIONS. Helmbold's Highly Concentrated Compound ilmii Attract ct Uuc.'iu, hor Diseases of the Bladder and Kidneys, Se cret Diseases, Strictures, Weaknesses, and all diseases oj the Sexual Organs, whether in Male or Female, Irom whatever cause they may have originated and no matter of bow long standing. It you have contracted The terrible disease which, when once seated in the system, will surely go down trom one generation to another, undermining the constitution and sapping the very vital fluids of life, do not tiust yourself in Ihe hands of Quarks, who start up every day in a city like this, and till the papers with glaring falsehoods too well calculated to deceive the young and tho-e not acquainted with their tricks, iou cannot be too careful in the se lection ola remedy in these cu-e-. | THE FLUID EXTRACT BUCHU has been pro nounced by eminent Physicians THE GREATEST REAIhDI El Ell A,VUIt . It is a medicine perfectly plea-ant in its taste and very innocent in its action.and vet so thorough that it annihilates every paiticle ol the rank and poisonous virus of Ibis dread ful ijisea-e ; and, unlike other remedies, it does not dry up the disea-e in the blood. t. ONSIII I I ION'AE DELI LI TV, brought on by sell-abuse, a most terrible disease, which lias brought thousands ol the human race to untimely graves, thus bla-ting ihe brilliant hopes of [Hire nls, and blighting in the hud the glorious ambition of many a noble youth, can be cured by this infallible remedy. ! And as u medicine which must benefit everybody, fiom lire simply delicate to the confined and despair ing invalid, no equal is to be louud, acluig both as a cure aid preventative. HELM FOLD'S HIGHLY CONCENTRATED (X)A! POUND F 1.1/ ID EXTRACT SA 1! A PAB 11.1.A , For pqrifyiug the Blood, removing all diseases aris ing Irom excess of Mercury, exposure am! lmptn ileuce .ii life, chronic constitutional disease, arising froni an impure state ol the Blood, and the only re liaUe and etiectual known remedy for the cine of Scicluia, Salt Rheum, Scald Head, Ulcerations ol the l'hioat and Legs, I'jius and Swellings of the Bones, Tetter, Pimples on the Face, and all Scaly Eruptions of ihe Skill. This article is now prescribed by some of the most distinguished Physicians in The country, and has pro ved ri'ore efficient in practice than any preparation of Sarsajiarilla yet offered to tlie public. Several cases of secondary Syphilid, Mercurial and Scrofulous diseases have entnely recovered in the incurable ward jot our Public Institutions which had lor many years resisted every mode ol treatment that could be devi-td. The-e cases furnish striking examples of the -liutary effect* of this medicine in arresting some of tbt most inveterate diseases, alter the glands were destroyed and the bones already affected. Ni'ilCF.. — Letters from responsible Physicians and ?role--oi sol several Medical Colleges, and eertl li.atts of cures from patients will be found accom panying both Preparations. Prices—Fluid Exliact ofßnchu, $1 per bottle. ' •' Sar.sapari.Ma' '• " or (! bottles for $7, equal iu strength to one gallon Syrup of Sarsaparilla. Prepared and Sold by H. T. HELMBOLD. Chetnst ! j 'i'l. Chestnut Street, near the (heard House, PIE LA ED LP UfA. Cs?*To lie had of Dr. F. C. Reamer, Bedford, Pa. Jlly 20, 1877. ly. VALUABLE AStI! Property lor Kale! tlio subscriber, about to remove to California, offers at Private sale, his valuable Mill Proper ty, situate about 3 miles East ol Bed lord, on the Juniatta River, in Colerain township, at the lower end of Friend's Cove. The Mill is linir stories liiyii, frame, with three run of stones, two pair ot which are Burrs, hav ing all the machinery necesviry to manufacture merchant arid countiy work in the best manner. It has one of the best water powers in the Uni ted States, which may be known from the lact that during the last dry season it hud abundance o| water, when nearly ever y other mill in the nrighborhood was stopped. . I here aie between 10 and 11 acres of land adjoining, six acres under post fence, about 4 of which is meadow, on which is erected a good two story log house, weather-boarded and plas tered, good water at the door, with all neces sary out buildings—also a tine orchard of choice fruit, peaches and apples. Being determined to sell purchasers will do wfll to examine this property soon. w ill be made to suit the pur claser. by giving approved Bonds. HIRAM F. ROHM. June 1, 1855. MACHINE SHOP ! Two and Four Horse Thrashing Machines constantly on hand,- and made ol the very best material. They are greatly improved above an,• other of the kind to the advantage of tile lara.er. For sale at the MACHINE SHOP ol WILLIAM RITCHEY, a short distance east of lit ice's llotet, Bed ford, 'Penna. Also, Pierpoint's Patent Strawshaker, which hat not been surpassed any where, and are so obstructed that they operate smoothly and take hut little power to drive them. They can be attached to any kind of machine straps or tumbling shaft power. Fanners would do well to call and see for themselves helore purchasing elsewhere. Farming utensils ol all kinds made to order. All warranted to give satisfaction. * .* .Repairing done at the shortest notice and K most reasonable terms. WILLIAM RITCHEY, Machinist. July 13, 1855.—3 m. JOB MANN. G. H. SPANQ. LAW PARTNERSHIP. Tar undersigned have associated themselves in the Practice of the Law, and will attend promptly to all business entrusted to their care in Bedford and ad joining counties. C.T" Office on .Minima Street, three doors south of "Mengel House," opposite the residence ol Maj. 1 ate. JOB .MANX, June 2, 1851. H. SPANG. NOTICE TO COLLECTORS. The State Treasurer having made a peremp tory call on the Treasurer ol this County, for all State taxes up to and including those of '55, Collectors are, therefore, hereby required tJ collect and pay over, without delay, the airioiintj of State taxes vet due on their respective dupli-fj catcs. By order of the Commissioners. JOHN MOWER, June 1, 1855. Attorney] NOTICE TO ASSESSORS. The Assessors elect are hereby notified tj meet at the Commissioners office, on Ihursdui the ] Ith day of October next, to receive the} Instructions, Hooks, &.c. A. S. RUSSELL, Clerk to Com'r. Sept. 21, 1-855. SCHOOL NOTICE. CC?" MISS FORD would announce to the ci.i- ZPIIS of Bedford and vicinity that she will re-opfn her School on Monday morning Jd of September, afid hopes to be liberally patronized, promising to use ier utmost exertions to do justice to all placed under Ifer rare. Bedford, Aug. 2-'., ISM. 3\ews for the Feoiilr! NEW GOODS AT CHEAP COMER, NO. I. Fellow-Citizens : We take this opportunity of returning you our most sincere thanks lor the liberal patronage you have so kindly bestowed on us. We would also inform you that we have just returned from the Eastern Cities, with a large and well selected assortment of Goods, such as Cloths, Cassimeres, and Satinets ; Peter Shams, for over coats, Jeans, Ladies* fine dress goods, such as Silks, Alpacas, Coburg Cloths, Bombazines, Merinoes, and a large assortment of Bay State Shawls, Hosiery, for Ladies, Com forts, Crapes, Collars, &,c., &c.—Mens,' VVo mens,' Boys' and Childrens' Shoes and Boots, and a general assortment of Groceries. Crush ed and pulverized Sugars, best Rio Coffee, Teas of all kinds, N. O. Molasses, Golden Syrup, Mackerel, Salt by the sack, Baker's Chocolate, Broma Cocoa, and a general assortment of Goods usually kept in a country Store. [LP" All kinds of Produce taken in exchange for jgoods at market prices. SANSOM & GEPHART. Oct. 13, 1854. Reef L* Mni^lit, (Snrressor to Hartley Knight,) BEDDIXG AXD CARPET WAREHOUSE, .A "o. 148 South Second Street, Eire doors ah ore Sjir/tre. Street, PHILADELPHIA, Where he keeps constantly on baud a full assortment of every article in his line of business. FEATHERS, FEATHER-BEDS. Patent Spring Mattresses, Curled Hair, Moss, Corn Husk ami Straw Mattresses, Velvet Tapestry, Tapestry, Biu--ei-, Three-l'ly, Ingrain, Venetian, List, Rag and Hemp Carpeting-, Oil Cloths, Canton Mattings. Cocoa and Spanish Mattings, Floor and Stair Druggets, Hearth Rugs, Door Mats, Table and Piano Covers, to which he invites the attention of purchasers. Oct. 15, 187t—ly. NEW STORE Areti \ew (sooth. GREAT BARGAINS, AND -NO MISTAKE! ELI FISHER Would respectfully avail himself of this me thod of informing the citizens of Bedford and vicinity that he has opened an entirely New Dry Goods, Grocery, and Fancy Store, in (he Borough of Bedford, in the room for merly occupied by Dr. Hufius, and second door west of Dr. Harry's Drug and Book Store, where he has just received from the cities of New York and Philadelphia one of the most elegant assortments ol Goods e ver brought to Bedford, which, having been pur chased lor cash, under the most favorable cir cumstances, lie leels warranted in saying that he can sell them at prices so low as to astonish the purchaser, and all in want of good Goods, at the shortest possible piofit, are invited to give him a call. His stock embraces every variety of Ladies Eress Goods, such as Silks, Satins, Delaines, Bombazines, Spring Shawls, novelties in Lawns, British Prints, Plaid Ginghams, Undersleeves, from 12£ cents up, Hosiery in every variety, Shoes, Boots and Slippers, for Ladies and Children— ir. fact almost every aiticle adapted to a Ladies' wardrobe, which it would require too much space to enumerate in detail. His stock ol FLATS and BONNETS tor Ladies, Misses,and Children, is large, rich and CHEAP. His Groceries, Teas, Spices, Syrup, See. Sec ure all ol the very best quality. will consider it no trouble to shew his Goods, and lie hopes the LADIES especial ly will call and examine bis assortment wheth er tiiey purchase or not. Always remember, however, that ELI FISHER'S is the place foi BARGAINS!!! April ti, 1855. Latlictt lUtress Gootltt. Mrs. 8. E. POTTS Would respectfully announce to the Ladies of Bedford and vicinity, that she has just opened a large and elegant assortment ol all the new steles of Dresses and Mantillas, Super black and Fancy Silks, Oigaudies and Lawns, Be rages and Tissues, Persian and Muslin De Laines, French Chintzes and Ginghams, Plain and emb'd Swiss Muslins, Fringes, Gimps, and Laces, Buttons, Braids and Cords, A rich assortment of Ribbons, Collars, Sleeves, and Chemizetts, Edgings and Jnsertings, A full supply ol Mourning Goods, Best Kitl Gloves of all colors, together with an extensive and beautifulassort mHit of STRAW and SILK BONNETS, trim'd an) untrimnied. The special attention of the Ladies is solicit edto the very large assortment just received, aid offered at low prices for quality. Bedford, May 11, 1855. School Teachers Wanted. Eleven teachers are wanted by the Board of Pi rjctors of Cumberland Valley school district, Bed im! comity, to take charge of the said schools in said iistrict lor the term of lour months, and for several ; f tfie schools teachers will be employed for a term 1 f six months. The Board of Directors intend open-I ig the schools of said district on the lirsr day of October next, and several teachers vv;ll he employed uifnediately. The Board will meet on Saturday the 12'Jth inst., at the store of JACOB ANDERSON, President of the Valley Sehool Board. Sep. 7, 1577. FRANKLIN FEMALE INSTITUTE FOR YOUNG LADIES, .IT MKRCERSBURG, PE.YAII. Tub Winter Session of this Institute com mences on the tirst of October next. Tbk.ms :—For Board, Tuition, Room rent and Mashing, per quarter of twelve weeks, $42 50. .MARSHALL COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE For. YOUNG MEN AND BOYS. The Winter Session of this Institute commences o the first of October next. Terms: For Board, Tuition, Room rent and Washing, per quaiter of tvelve weeks, §l2 .70. :[LF" For further information address REV. J. R. KOCKEN, Mercersburg. Sept. 7, 1857. STRAY HEIFER. Came to his premises on or about the 20th of Aigust, a red heifer with white on the forehead, Wnte belly, little white on the hack, white hind t l<s and tail—left ear od and a slit in the right; the btr cut otfat the end of the tail; she is supposed to 1 three years old. The owner is desired to come ad pay all cbaiges and take her away. DAVID DIBF.RT. I Sept. 7, 1855.* NEW CLOTHING STORE. Isaac Mppel Would rospfCtfullv announce to his old friends, and the public at large, that he has o~ an entirely new CLOTHING STORK in tin- Borough of Bed lord, in the room recently in the occupancy of Solomon Filler, where he has just received a very superior assortment of ready-made Clothing tor Men and Boys, to which he invites attention, satisfied that lie can please all who give him a call, both as to price and quality. He will also keep an assortment of Dry Goods and Groceries. He invites pur chasers to examine his stock. Bedford, April (i, 1855. [Letter from lion. John Minor Bolts, of Virginia.] lilt.-H.MOXI> Jcuv Oth, 1833. Messrs. I Vm. S. Beers 4* Co., Gents. —Cousin a tions of duty to ttie afflicted alone prompt me to send you this voluntaiy testimonial to the great value of •'Carter's Sjtani.sU Mixture," tor ihat al.iosi incura ble disea<e, Scrofula. Without being disposed or deeming it necessary to go into the particulars ol tfie ra-e. I can say that the astonishing results that have been produced by the use of that medicine on a member of my own family, and under my own observation and superintendence, alter the skill of the best physicians had been ex hausted and the usual remedies had failed, fully jus tify me in recommending its use to ail who may be sufFeiing from that dreadful malady. t do not mean to say that it is adapted to all con stitutions, or that it will afford ttie same relief in all cases; (or, of course. I can know-nothing about that but Irorn what i have seen ol the effects, 1 would not hesitate to use it, in any and every case of Scro fula, with persons for whom I left a:i interest, or over whom 1 could exercise any influence or con trol. Respectfullv yours. JNO. M. BOTTS. Pn. KCYSKI: ( S PKCTOIIAL Svni ,r.—Here is another notice ola preparation bearing the above name. We would say to our readers, try it, and you will not be disappointed. Jt may be had at Kupp & Oster's in this place. From the Pittsburg Morning Post, Sept. 21, 1833. KKYSKU'S PECTORAL Svarr.— We have tried this medicine for a severe cold, and can truly say we have never found any remedy so pleasant and effectual. It is an expectorant, yet does not sicken the stomach ; and it prevents costiveness. It is very Highly re commended by physicians and others who have tried it, as a speedy and effectual cure for Cold*, Influenza, Hoarsene.-s, Whooping Cough, Croup, Quinsy, and nomerons other complaints of the Bronchia! Organs and Lungs. We can salely recommend it as an ex cellent remedy. Pr. lloolland's German Bitters, prepared by Pr. C. j M. Jackson, are justly reckoned among our most val uable medicines. 1 n cases ol dyspepsia it acts like magic, strengthening the stone of the stomach, stim ulating the digestive powers, and giving ruddy health to the cheek and brightness to the eye. There are thousands in this community who can testify to their virtue, and thousands will hereafter add their testi mony. tsee advertisment. Notice. All persons indebted to me, either by note or Book account, are hereby notified that their notes and accounts are left in the hands of Henry Xicodemus, Esq., of the Borough of Bed lord, for collection, where suit will be commen ced against all who do not comply with this notice and make payment immediately. j'. W. LINGENFELTER. Sept. 7, 1855. STRAY KEIFER. Came to the premises ol the subscriber living in Juniata Township, some time in April last, a dark Brindle Heifer, about 2 years old last spring, with a small white star on the forehead, with large white spots on the legs, and a good part ol the tail white. No other marks recol lected. The owner is requested to come tor ward, prove property. pay charges and take it . awav. JACOB D I'LL. Aug. 31, 1855. LOOK CUT! Persons indebted to the undersigned on book account,or lor Borough and School Taxes, for the years 1852 and 1853, are invited to call at his office and settle their accounts (by due bill or otherwise.) All whose accounts remain unset tled, on tny books, by the first'day of September next, may be waited upon by Constable Agnew or Mower. H. NICODEMUS. Aug. 17, 1855.* D. K. %Vl XDERLICII. U. p. NKAD. Wmidei'lich & Nead, -fonmviihig Commission illcrcljants, North Second Street, opposite the Cumberland Valley Rail Road Depot, CHAMBEBSBURG. dF'Tbey are at ail times prepared to carry all kinds of Produce to, and Merchandise, Kc., from Philadelphia and Baltimore, at the shortest notice. They will also purchase Flour, Grain, tcc., at market price. COAL, LUMBER, SALT, FISH, GUANO, and PLASTER on hand and for low. June 10, 1833. FOR SALE.—A handsome, well made Bug gy, with falling top, will be sold very low lor Cash or approved paper. A. B. Cramer & Co. LEATHER. FRITZ, HENDRY & CO. No. 29, North THIRD street, Philadelphia. Morocco Manufacturers. Couriers and Impor ters of FRE NCH Calf-Skins, and dealers in Red and Oak Sole Leather and Kipp. j March 9, 1855—1y. .1. White, REAL ESTATE BROKER, OJJice Ao. 25, Arcade, West Avenue, PHIL ADELPHIA. Timber and Coal Lands, Farms and City pro perty, bought, sold and exchanged. Money procured on Bond and Mortgage, Personal CROCKETY and MERCHANDISE. Apply to or address as above. May 18, 1855.—3 m. FOR RENT, And possession given on the Ist of June, a TAN YARD in the Borough of Bedlord, with all the fixtures complete, and a Dwelling adja cent thereto. Apply to either of the under signed. Win. Hartley, Job Mann, John H. Rush, March 30, 1855. For the Heirs. A CARD. MRS. MARY COOK (widow of Dominick Cook) would announce to v isitors to the Springs, and the public generally, that, having secured the services of a gentleman eminently qualified to manage her affairs, the Washington Hotel is now ready to afford the best of accommodations, j The house has been newly papered, painted and j furnished, and she feels satisfied that all who patronize the "Washington" will be pleased.— She hopes to be liberally encouraged. Bedford, June 29, 1855.
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