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The Soil of the South
For 1853.
A MONTHLY JOURNAL,
Devoted to Agriculture, Horticulture, and the General
Planting Interests of the South.
JAMES M. CHAMBERS, Agricultural Editor.
CHARLES A. PEABODY, Horticultural Editor.
Published at Columbus, Georgia, on the First of
every Month, at the low rate of One Dollar a year, in
advance.
TER M S:
One copy’, one year,.. $1 00
Six copies, one year, ft 00
Twenty-Five copies, one year, 20 00
One hundred copies, one year, ?.' 00
All subscriptions must commence icith the volume.
CHARACTERISTICS.
Both the Editors of this Journal are engaged in the
cultivation of the soil of the South.
In the Agricultural Department, our list of contribu
tors embraces many of the most successful asrricultu
rißts of the South ; and each number, for 1853, will
contain a contribution from one of the most distinguish
ed scientific agriculturists in the United States.
In the Horticultural Department, Mr. Charles A.
Feabody, who has attained unrivalled excellence, has
pegpred the co-operation of Iverson L. Harris, J. Van
Buren, and Dr. Camak, distinguished horticulturists of
Georgia, who have pledged themselves to contribute
regularly to our columns.
With a rapidly increasing subscription list, the Pub
lishers hope to be able to have the next volume beauti
fully illustrated.
livery Southern man who cultivates a plantation,
works a farm or garden, or grows a tree or flower, will j
find the Soil of the South an invaluable companion, j
N. B.—The cash system will be rigidly adheied to, ;
and in no case will the paper be sent unless the money i
accompanies the order. We return our thanks to our !
subscriber for 1852, and hope each one of them will
send us his dollar before the close of this year. The
first number for the new volume will be published by
the Jst of January.
LOMAX & ELLIS
Dec. 1, 1852. Columbus, Ga..
Drugs, Medicines,
PAINTS AND OILS.
* O I AM now receiving a large and fresh assortment
of every thing usually kept in a DRUG STOrt E,
and will offer inducements to purchasers that will
be satisfactory I have Sohienelier’s extract Pow
ders and Extracts, and ©very tiling of the best quality.
Prices to suit the times.
Choice TEAS, Black and Green.
Aprif 23,1852. R. A. WARE.
CHOICE CIGARS.
THE finest selection of HAVANA CIGARS that
has ever been offered in this market, can be had at
Dr. Ware’s Drug store. Those who like a good smoke,
and a good Cigar, can be accommodated.
April 23. 1852 _ _R. A. WARE.
EXTRACT OF COFFEE.
NOTHING to do but to have Boiling Water and a
Teaspoonful of the Extract stirred into it, and
you h?ive as fine Coffee as can be made.
For sale by R. A. WARE.
April 23, 1852. _
FISHING TACKLING.
IINES, Hooks, Rods, Flats and Thongs. For
j sale by R. A. WARE.
April 23, 1852.
WHITE LEAD AND LINSEED OIL
JUST received and for sale by
April 23. 1852. R. A. WARE.
LAMP OIL.
WINTER Sperm, Bleached, Elephant and Lard
Oil. Best quality. For sale by
April 23, 1852. 11. A. WARE.
BEST CHEWING TOBACCOT
FOR tftie by R. A. WARE.
_ April 23, 1852. ____ _
L A i\ D R E T IPS
NEW CROP.
JUST received and for sale by
R. A. WARE.
ALSO, a few Boxes Choice Plotter Seeds, 20 varie
ties in each box.
bob. 5, 1852. 6 ts
PAPER! PAPER!! PAPER!!!
JUST received from New-York, and for sale cheap,
at the Agency of Rock Island Factory, a splendid
article of ENGLISH CREAM and BLUE LAID
letter paper, UNRULED. Also, FRENCH EXTRA
SUPERFINE blue and white letter paper, ruled and
unruled. G. B. CURTIS, Agent.
Columbus, Dec. 10, 1852. 51 lm .
TOWN RESIDENCE FOR SALE.
THE subscriber wishing to remove into the country,
offers his house and lot lor sale. The premises j
consist of two full lots running through from street to j
street. It is high and pleasantly located ; the improve- ;
meets new, with one of the best wells of water in Cos j
lumbus, and in an excellent neighborhood. For terms, j
which will be reasonable,) applv to R. M. Gunbv.
’ W. 11. YOUNG.
Columbus, Dec. 9, 1852. 50 9t
J. W. PEASE,
BOOKSELLER AND STATIONER,
Two Doors North of the Mechanics’ Bank,
COLUMBUS, GA.
HAS on hand, and offers for sale on the most rea
sonable terms, the largest and most complete as
sortment of
38©DK§ AOT SEAlKBDHaiinr,
ever offered in this market. The public are respectfully
INVITED TO CALL AND EXAMINE Tll£
STOCK.
Teachers and Country Merchants are paiticu
larly invited to examine our large and well selected stock
° SCHOOL AND CLASSICAL BOOKS,
embracing all the varieties used in this section of coun
try, from whom orders are solicited, and a liberal dis
count made. 1
August 27. 1852. 35—ly
IETTER and Cap Paper.
j A fresh supply at
A. C. FLEWELLEN & CO.’S.
June 18, 1852. 25
BLANK BILLS OF LADING,
FOR sale by J. W. PEASE.
Dec 9, 1852. 50 ts
GUANO.
A SUPERIOR ARTICLE OF GUANO, ju=t ar
rived and tor sale at GREENWOOD &, CO.’S.
GEO. W. WINTER.
Dec 23,1852. 52 ts.
BLANK BILLS OF EXCHANGE,
OF the best quality, for sale by
J. AV. PEASE-
Dec. 9, 1952. 50 ts
ARVINE’S Moral and Religious Anecdotes.
For sale bv
A. C. FLEWELLEN & CO.
June 18,1852. 25
SCHOOLBOOKS.
THE subscriber is now receiving the largest and most
complete assortment of School Books ever offered
in thi a market, and is offering tltem on such terms as to
give satisfaction to all who will give him a call.
J. W. PEASE.
Dec. 9, 1851 50 ts
mmm F&mm ©raago
WWm&SSY &
Broad Street, Columbus, Ga.
*m In*trire*t.. , - ‘- S- Zephyr Wor.ted,
I WHITTELSEY & CO. f
Vienna, k;
Flute* OFFER fersale an assortment of new and elegnDt goods in'. Cutlery,
Clarionette* theirline. Sole agents lor the celebrated Manufacturers Mantle A ase.,
Violincellos, NUNN’S & CLARKE AND CHICKERING, of^Glas^PmcTuin!
Drums, ); jaSfeJS3_— They keep constantly on hand an assortment of/ &c.
Accordeon*, PIANO FORTES of their make, with and ; Watches and Clock*, ‘
Flutinas, (111 * fi j U without the Aeolian attachment. Jewelry,
Tamborine*, (|ITGui ij To their large stock of Sheet Mrsic has Bridal Presents,
Melodeons, IHj v | j UBt been added, all the latest publications M Parte Monnaie*,
Fine Italian, German from the New York press, both VO CAJ. ) Ladies’ Work Boxes,
and English Violin and !)A*U> UtTSTn LMENTAL. * (| Portable Writing desk*
Cello String*, |j Silver and Plated Ware,
Gun* and Pistol*, Ji WATCHES, CLOCKS AND JEWELRY. <! Walking Cane*,
Powder Flask*, Ki )j Combs,Brushes,
c l„, R; o*o Repaired by a skilful workman, just arrived from v _ „
Shot Pouches, „ , 4 J ! Toilette Soap and Per
r. , „ -I- , V W /ib New York. All work warranted. v
Caps and Gun Wads, djgy| fcje- Pianos tuned and repaired, and all instruments V; fumery,
Diamond grain Gunpow- in |hc be9t Btyle . Homeopathic Books and
d er • ... ir,-. Medicines.
Bagiev’s Gold and Commercial Pens. Columbus, Ga., Oct 15, 1852.—ts
GENTLEMEN’S CEOTIIING
\ IIINISHUe ISTABIISHIEIT
I ■ ■. ~ >■. “”■ ‘*’
| Clothier and Merchant Tailor,
| {NEXT DOOR TO HILL AND DAWSONS ,)
Broad Street, Columbus, Georgia.
IS NOW PREPARED TO SUPPLY GENTLEMEN WITH TIIE LATEST
R FALL AND WINTER
i
Styles of Clothing’, Furnishing Goods
fg JEK^m. r 3r , fißt 9 !■* f§|
1 ALSO—
! qgna'O’iSllßliSSo IMg WAiMSB©
.JjPYTgYfI CL- *'l HS, CASSI.MEBES AND VESTINGS, K.
; of the latest importations, of French and English styles manufactured to order and warranted,
under ihe direction of
mm* m. mmwrn*
who has just returned from New York, and wi.l be pleased to accommodate his friends and all others
ihat may call, with such garments as cannot fail to please.
Columbus. Oct 9,1852 tw&w’f
BEAU - MONBEr
Come gents, one and all, *?„ And he’ll show you with delight,
Just give Jonas Smeeton a call, |j’ . His beautiful goods so new and bright.
| J. SMEETON
j Returns sincere thanks to the inhabitants of Columbus for past favors, and begs most respectfully to announce, that he ha*
received Lis RICH and SPLENDID stock of
—CONSISTING of —
FRENCH, GERM VN AND ENGLISH CLOTHS, CAS MERES St VESTINGS, OF ALL COLORS & SHADES,
Hisassortment of C ASSI MGRKS AND VESTINCJ-S are of the latest and most unique styles, wnich are too various
for descriptions here, but will be shown vt ith much pleasure to those who will give him an opportunity to do so,
He also keeps on hand a select assortment of Gents
Ji mmt aaaa aiaTOua,
Which are manufactured under his own supervision, and warranted to be superior to garments that is generally to be had in
glon shops. _
•T. S. being an importer of the monthly Paris Fashions, he flatters himself thaThe can please the most skeptical. All fits
guarantied. His facilities for buying are the best—consequently, he will sell at VER Y ].-> n PRICES— and with promptness
in the fltiltihnent of orders, and a wish to please all, lie solicits his friends’and the public patronage.
Oetober 9. 1852. w&twtf
MERC II AN T TAIt OH.
ONE DOOR 15ELOVV GESNER & PEABODY’o DRUG STORE
©IBM® sirtßii?, wmMmm*
—HAS JUST RECEIVED A COMPLETE STOCK OF—
[rall R.ri© m©m 9 I
• to which he solicits the attention of the public. His stock comprises some of the most beautiful styles of
fIA ot TANARUS, ftgiireil, black and fancy colored Frencli and English Cassimeiea; black ,
-if-- and fancy Silk Velvet Vestings of nil shades and colors,
which h is prepared to make up in the NEATEST and most FASHIONABLE STYLES. , , ~. t to !
A ion experience in calling, in so ne of tie most fasnio mote cities ot the U’m n, maices him confide ‘ . , liel - 0 T the j
;t,l thus w!n> may favor him with aca I, will not be in vain. Me is only desirous to have a ia,r HIR i P ‘ i
•uhlic ind this lie asks, feeling sure tnat it wdl be accorded, and once accorded lie fears not the resii • • i £r , Btoc t 0 :
In audition to tae ran..,., cloths, Caamnere* Cassi.neres c Drills enumerated above, he has on hand and is receiving a stocK o -
READ Y-MADE CL O THING,
h latest stvles, and ofsaparior quality. In a wold he has everyth ng suitable to a gentleman s toilet
j.y“ Gallandexamine, as he is determined to give cheap bargains.
‘Vdumbus Oct B—twtf j
mj mm mmi*
J. D. WILLIFORD & CO,
(At the old stand of H. Middlebroolc <s* Cos. )
Two doors above J. Funis A Cos., Broad street. Columbus, Ca.,
ARE NOW RECEIVING A VERY EXTENSIVE S roC K Oh FIRST CLA.S
Ready Made Clothing, Cloths, Cassimeres, Vestings, &c Gentlemens burnishing Goods of
every variety.
Ev-rr article to this Mtabli.hmM.thM been pnrchMedthi. Fall. TN.ornw.to .are ba cat : by .be mortwpwW*
and fashionable tailors. All sizes of men and boys can be easily fitted with Ready made Clothing. Gents ready-made
garments or every conceivable variety and style. nrrfWnir for hm-a *nH children
BOV’s CLOTHING—It is impossible toenumerate the different.article;i of boys and children.
LADIES’ CLOAKS— Anew and elegant article— Ladies silk, Merino and Colton \ esU, Aco.
and Caps— Of the best make and latest fashions,
CLOTHING MADE TO ORDER.
We areprepared to makeup Clothing at unusually low rates—and ii. a style not inferior to any. Erorv ‘.:arrnent war
ranted to give satisfaction, ol.r assortment ofOtpfhs, fassimres, V eatings. I- urnish mu Goods, Ac.. will be tou. di complete
in even* particular; and a careful examination of alt rur goods is respectfully solicited rom loose who may read Ji.s notice.
N. B.—A deduction of five ptsr cent. will be pisgje for bills* not less iiiau leu dollars*
Jas. D. Williford. Daniel Rowe.
Oct 37—twtf
FALL AND WINTER CLOTH! Nil
JOHN SMITH !
—IS NOW RECEIVING ONE OF THE LARGEST AND BEST SELECTED STOCKS QF^I
READY MADE CLOTHING 1
EVER OFFERED IN THIS MARKET .
It lias been selected with taste and care, and every article ofeied is warranted well n; a( j f
i?iß&£isi> iissiß ‘ iriiiii lyMnssTr sttvilss*
THE TOLLOWIXO FMEKACKS A FEW OF THE J.EAI'IXG AHTHI.F.S XO ft 7JV STOF.f :
t French and Fnglieh Black Cloth Drees CO'ATS : VESTt*, ot various styles and ] atu rns, ii.cn Uii. K
o “ Frock “ Silk, • loth, Cuss, &c. &c.
“ “ “ “ jsack “ /~J) HATS and CAP;-. ir.m the Oesi and most sash
Grev and Mixed Sacks, Frocks and Fells *• bmable A.anutnctories in Ni-vv \ ork.
tfßeavW, Mohair, West End, and Demely Over Coats ; HIE FtJKM ISfIING Heparin, et is well simnlie/T*
B ack and tancy Cass Pants; < h]rt>l i, n i>. L , i .n* i , - u v Hi*
—AI SO—
wHiiair BR O gr 2 s m 9
j I iiiim _ ~ THaVF.I.IaXQ 7 ‘I.UAKS, CA1.F1. 7 J7a<VS, i.i'H IHI l.J.j. . ,i. c,j
Jg|*llULT]jJ UMBRCLLAS, and every other article nsuaih kepi in a “ TLO'i HISG SI ORE,” if
Call and examine my goods beiore purchasing elsew t?
Col uni bus, September 17 —'wit JOHN SMITH.
SOUTHERN IAIFFACTUBES.
; EAOLE
mb mm m&sm v,
| . COLUMBUS, GA.
THIS ESTABLISHMENT is now in complete and successful operation.
It is the object of the Company to supply the Southern demand for the heavier
styles of Cotton and Woolen Fabrics, so far as their capacity for production will
P rmit. They now other to purchasers the following schedule of their Manufac
tures. This schedule will be altered from time to time, as they add to the variety.
4-4 Sheetings, very heavy and superior.
7-8 Shirtings, do. do.
7-8 Osnaburgs, do. do.
Cotton \ arns, assorted numbers, neatly papered.
PLANTERS’ CASSIMEEE—(Jeans,) colored, Black, Brown, Green, Ac.
do. PLAINS, do. do. do do.
PINE; KNOT cjo., very heavy, for negro wear.
C 0 LUMB US FASIIIONS—(Stripes,) very heavy, of a great variety of colors
and patterns.
MA ’TRESSES—Of any size or weight, made to order, and a supply constantly
kept on hand.
COM )RTERS—Of a superior quality, made to order.
do. designed to supersede blankets for negroes, heavy and warm,
more economical than blankets.
BATTlNG—Suitable for Quilts and Comforters.
WRAPPING TWINE and COARSE SEWING THREAD.
S3ir* All the above goods are made of the best materials, and in the best
manner, and can be recommended to purchasers with confidence.
, ISF** The Company pledge themselves to sell these goods on terms as favora
ble as similar goods can be procured from any market, in the world. The attention
of buyers is solicited to them before making their selections elsewhere.
Address
•T. RHODES BROWNE, Agent.
WOOL—The E. M. Cos. are prepared at all times to buy Wool. They will
also manufacture it for Planters on shares, or at a stipulated price per yard.
September 30, 1852* 40 ly
Li GRANGE WI SH’ STOKE.
raanaais abb Kinm.
Just opened, in Thornton’s Rock Building, on the West side of
the Court House Square, a large and
I 1 ’ ‘ 1 ’ ‘ itf H kii ©
WK WILL KEEP CONSTANTLY ON HAND, A WELL SELECTED STOCK OF MUSIC—SUCII A
j Sheet Music, Instruction Books, Port Folios, &c, &c.
gsgfega PIAHOU, with and without jEOLIAX ATTACHMENTS
!! #f|) DOUCE CAMPANOS, Hews’ American Action, ,il ilie LEAL’ TUR
NER, patent of Knabe, Gachle A Cos., and from many other FaMories.
also,
‘■iie FLAGEOLETS, CELLOS, DRUMS, BANJOS, ACCORDEONS, FLUTINOS
Music Boxes, of various sizes, and well selected Brass Instruments for BANDS; Italian Romm
English best, strings for MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS of all kinds. All of which we pledge ourselves t->
sell as cheap as can be purchased elsewhere in the* South.
83P* Dealers, Teachers and Schools, supplied at the lowest rates, and all orders filled with car.
LIGAOSKI, KEENER &, CO.
n. s. VII Pianos soM hr os wi*l in order for one year, without charge
Durability guaranteed by Factors and by us. All new music received as soon as published.
Nov. 11, 1353. ’4 6 ts
LAMER HOUSE,
Northwest corner of the Public Square,
LA GRANGE, GEORGIA.
THE Subscriber has taken the well known House
formerly kept by Mr. Samuel Gurtright, in J.a-
I Granee, and now offers his services as a TAVERN
KEEPER, and from his long experience, he hopes u>
receive a liberal patronage from the public.
R. LANIER.
La Grange, May 21, 1852. 21 ts
BLANK COOKS.
Tam now receiving a larereand complete assortment
of Blank Work, of the best quality of Paper and
Binding, consisting in part of Ledgers,’ Journals, and
Day Books, of various sizes and styles. Also, Cash,
Invoice, Letter, Bill Books, Records, &c. &<•
J. W PEASE.
Dec. 9, 1852 50 t s
RIPLEY’S War with Mexico.
Forsale by
r ‘ A. C. FLEW ELLEN & CO.
June 18, 1852. 25
IRVING’S Complete Works—uniform edition.
For sale by
„ A. C. FLF,WELLE N A CO.
June 18. 1852. 25
A RBOTT S Young Christian, and Way to do Good
.x J or sale by
| Jane’ 18, Mat A ’ C - FI-EWELLEN & >Q.
• “ti-:!r r ile 0 hy Ge ° r ' iia - “<*
| Jan# 18, 1352. A ;_ U ; EEEWELLEN & CO.
i WIN DO W Q j s s 7
OFFICE GIRARD R. R. CO, “
Girard, Jan, 6, 185 J.-
i’-M I^.SUBSCRIBERS t the Stock of this
slAllalm,id7?7le- are hereby notified that an in
end 1,1 IB4jir sunroriptioti* in b!i, (trading
an t ihJTtT 41 r'*s >tUPe ha* been called in by the Hoard of Dir. ctor-.,
tui jUfitaJlments in the coy ,ry of Museoeee, < eorJia
:,nd Harbour, will be due mid
Rm;irer^.te , r l ’™ 8k:t ’ , " 00l " ~,b " 8 ’ c *- Bii, - v *•**
Jan, 11. ire, VVA, - T!,N • “ARR,S
NOTICE. ~
M*- H. OfIAOE, is the authorized Collector for the
k 7 • y r ‘ >Iu ' r jbt* GiJtnrds, and jib ifeomes due the Company, nib;,
pnl tn orders.. . .. . ;,.. v *
V * v ti?. TT. U.T.STOV, Seet’v