"Mrs. Byington," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 10 Oct. 1840, p. 3.
MRS. BYINGTON,
Thankful to the Ladies of Madison and vicinity for past favors, would respectfully inform them that she has just received from the east, a handsome lot of FANCY GOODS, consisting in part of the following variety: Fancy Caps and Collers, Picnick Sattin and Bland Scarfs: French worked Collers; a variety of Bonnet and Belt Ribbonds, Sattin and Gro-de- nap, Silks, French Flours; Borders for Bonnets, Florence Silks, Picnick Gloves, Straw and Silk Bonnets of the latest style, bandboxes, &c. &c. together with many other articles too tedious to mention.
Mrs. B. will still be found at her former residence on Mulberry, between Main Cross and Third streets, next door to Col. Arion's residence
April 18.
REMOVAL
Joseph Short would respectfully inform the citizens of Madison and public general that he has removed his Grocory Store to Main street, to the house formerly occupied by J. H. Oglesby & Co. east of the market house, where he intends carrying on the Grocery and Produce business. Thankful for the liberal encouragement which he has received since he came to Madison, he hopes to share a portion of public patronage in the future.
N. B. Just received 500 lbs. of Buckwheat flour. and for sale.
feb 8
Joshua Cowpland
Informs his Western and Southern friends that he has removed to No. 173, MARKET STREET, between Fourth and Fifth, North side, Philadelphia, where he offers for sale at low prices for Cash or Acceptances, a large assortment of LOOKING-GLASSES in Gilt, Mahogany and Common Frames which he will insure against breakage to any part of the Union free of charge.
ALSO FOR SALE
Brass Andirons;
Brass and Wire Fenders;
Shovel and Tongs and Pokers;
Ivory handle Knives and Forks;
Tea Trays and Waiters;
Britannia Ware;
Plated and Common Castors;
Plated Candlesticks and Branches;
Plated Cake Baskets;
Plated Snuffers and Trays;
And other articles in the house-furnishing line; large French Plate Looking-Glasses furnished at reduced prices, packed and insured against breakage. Orders for fine Lookng-Glasses for the Western market promptly executed.
July 24, 1841
"Just Notice This," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 6 Mar. 1841, p. 3.
JUST NOTICE THIS
I HAVE about FORTY CARRIAGES of different kinds now building, which I will sell for ready CASH, or approved credit, cheaper than the same quality of work can be had in any place west of the mountains. Having had ten years experience in the best and most extensive establishments in the east, and having the best of workmen employed in every branch, and having spared no pains in selecting materials, I do not hesitate to say that I can suit all those who will favor me with a call, both in styile and price. All work warranted to do good service. All kinds of repairing done cheaper than ever before. Orders promptly attended to.
HENRY P. NEWELL & Co
Madison North end of Main st nearly opposit the Brewery.
THOSE indebted to the subscriber for Medical services for a longer period than six months, are respectfully requested to call and settle in the course of this or the ensuing month.
Where accounts have been presented immediate payment must be made, as longer delay cannot be granted.
Dec.26
WM. DAVIDSON
"Lectures," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 27 March 1841, p. 3.
Transcription by Dakota Bosler, HC 2015.
Lectures
The 1st. course of Lectures will commence on Tuesday evening the 15th inst. At the Poplar Lane meeting house. The Introductory Lecture Will be given on the Friday evening next preceding the commencement of the regular Lectures at the same place.
Tickets of admission may be had at the Clerk's Office, at the Book Store, and at Stapp's store.
Family Tickets $2 00
Ticket for admission of Gentleman and Lady, 1 00
Evening tickets, .25
The introductory lecture will be free. The course will be made unusually interesting, in consequence of the splendid Philosophical apparatus just purchased by the Institute, and which will be used by the Lecturers.
The course to consist of six Lectures besides the introductory,
The Institute has engaged the services of the very ablest lecture in the State. Those who have subscribed and paid for one share of stock in the Apparatus will have ticket given them free of charge.
General attendance of Members, and others favorable to such means of instruction, is solicited.
By order of the Board.
William Hendricks, Jr.
"Cheap Cash Store," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 27 March 1841, p. 3.
Transcription by Nathan Harless, HC 2015.
D. Shaw & Sons'
CHEAP CASH STORE
The subscribers are now receiving their stock of spring and summer DRY GOODS, purchased within the last month in the Eastern cities, principally for cash, and will be sold at prices unequalled in this city for cash. Our stock embraces a large assortment of FANCY and STAPLE DRY-GOODS, of the newest styles and latest importations, among which may be found a good assortment of
Cloths, Cassimeres, Satinets, Jeans, Summer Cloths, Hard Times, Painted Muslins, Lawns, Shallys, Muslin de Laines, Silks, Satins, Prints of every description, Corsets, Bonnets, Hoods, Cambricks, of all kinds, bleeched and brown Sheetings and shirtings, all kinds of Linens, for Mens and Boys wear, Parasols. Umbrellas, Green Window Blinds, Musqueto Bars, &c.. Together with many other articles in the same line too tedious to mention
Also - - 100 Dozen Palm Leaf Hats. We respectfully invite the attention of our old customers and purchasers generally to our stock, as they may depend upon buying goods cheap for cash, without any mistake.
Also, - - 10,000 lbs. Good Feathers wanted by
D.S. & SON.
mar. 8,
"Drugs! Drugs!! Drugs!!!" Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.) 5 June 1841, p. 3.
Transcription by Addison Sears, HC 2015.
DRUGS! DRUGS!! DRUGS!!!
HENRY C. MAYNARD, having recently purchased the well known stock and fixtures of the City Drug Store, formerly occupied as the old Post Office, where it is his intention to enlarge his business, and to be able to furnish those who may give him a call, with any article in his line, either at Wholesale or Retail. Having received but a few weeks since in a large supply of DRUGS, MEDICINES, and CHEMICALS, he is now prepared and would respectfully invite those wishing to purchase fresh genuine Drugs, and Medicines, to call and examine his.
As it has been but a short time since this establishment was fitted up and suppled with a fresh assortment of pure Drugs and Medicines, selected out of large stocks particular.y for the retail trade. In addition to his stock of Drugs, Medicines &c, he keeps constantly on hand a large and general assortment of Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Dyestuffs, and Fancy articles, including all the new preparations lately introduced.
Having made necessary arrangements, he rooms over his store, where Physicians and others have prescriptions and Medicines compounded and put up in genteel order at any hour of the night or day.
march 20,
"Just Received Per Steamboat," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 11 Sept. 1841, p. 3.
JUST RECEIVED PER STEAMBOAT
LEBANON
2 Casks Dutch Madder,
5 Cerons Indigo,
5 Cases Liquorine Paste,
300,000 Percession Caps,
50 Boxes assorted superior Shaving Soap,
2 Casks pure ground Ginger,
5 Cases refined Borax,
5 Casks Sal AEratus,
10 Bags Pepper,
10 Bags Spice,
2 Pipes superior old Port Wine,
5 Casks soft-shelled Almonds,
3 Bales Grenoble Walnuts,
3 Bags Filberts,
and a general assortment of all kinds of Groceries for sale low, by
W. M'CLEAN
July 31, 1841
"Cheap and Fashionable Clothing Store," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 16 Oct. 1841, p. 4.
Transcription by Ian Hehman, HC 2015, Christol Okeke, HC 2015, and Billy Hamilton, HC 2015.
CHEAP AND FASHIONABLE
CLOTHING STORE.
Main-Cross, between Mulberry & Main Street, nearly opposite the branch bank.
The subscriber has now on hand and is constantly making up, a large and handsome assortment of ready made clothing, which he intends to sell low.
Superfine Blue, Black, Green, Diamond, and Beaver Overcoat, do. Frock-coats, superfine plain Black, Blue, Brown, Invissible Green cloth frock and dress coats, do. coatees and round jackets of all descriptions. A large assortment of Cassimeres and Satinett Pantiloons. A handsome assortment of Vests, of the latest patterns and style. Also, Shirtings, Stockings, Suspenders, Handkerchiefs, Stocks, Collars, and Bosoms, with every article in the clothing line. Also, on hand, a good assortment of superfine Black, Blue, Invisible Green cloths, Cassimeres and Vestings, which will be made up to order at the shortest notice and in the most fashionable style.
Gentlemen finding their own cloth can have it made and trimmed in the best manner.
The Subscriber flatters himself that by strict attention to business, and by selling low and endeavoring to please, to merit a share of public patronage.
WILLIAM FORD.
Oct. 16.
"An Irishman's Idea of a Debating Society," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 1 Jan. 1842, p. 2.
Transcription by Matt Newman, HC 2015.
AN IRISHMAN'S IDEA OF A DEBATING SOCIETY.
'Any thing to do this evening?' said the friend of an Irishman to an Emeralder who had just put his foot on the Land of Freedom and in the Cresent City for the first time yesterday.
'Oh the devil a hap'orth in particular;' said Patrick, 'barrin that I want to see the city in general.'
'Well, then, can't you come to our debating Society?' said his friend; 'you'll be highly amused. I believe the question for discussion to night is - - 'Would Venus look more lovely had she worn a bustle??
'O faix, to tell ye the truth,' said Patrick, 'I'm rather partial to that batin' business meself; but me hand has been latterly out of practice. It's an awkward occupation, ye know, to indulge in, on board a ship, fair play is what I like.'
'O, I understand you,' said his friend; 'love of fair play is characteristic of your countrymen, but if you'll refresh your memory, I haven't a doubt but you'll be able to take a part in the proceedings.'
'O faix, thin,' said Patrick, 'you may depend on it, that I'll refresh me mim'ry, and that wid some of the rale ould Irish sperets' (whiskey)
'Ah, there is nothing better for the purpose,' said his friend. 'Choice spirits were your Currens, Grattans, Floods, Sheridans, and a host of others.'
'O they wor mighty good in their way,' said Patrick, but tho' the light of St. Bridget, niver was quenched for a thousand years, they couldn't hould a candle to Jonny Powers or Jamson in my way?' alluding to two celebrated distillers.
'Well, I'll see you to night at the meeting at all events,' said Patrick's friend.
'Af coorse ye will said Patrick, 'but till me what side will you take?'
'Why, as an advocate of the march of intellect, I'm for the bustle, of course,' said his friend,
'You are - - are ye?" said Patrick.
'I am, said his friend.
'O thin faix,' said Patrick, you're a boy after my own heart? Jist tip me the half of tin - - (let me shake your five fingers.) I'll be there jist as strict as if the tythe-proctor saint a summons after me; and as you're for a bustle, leave it to me if I don't make a bit of a row there!'
His friend instructed Patrick where that meeting was to be held, and told him to be there positively at seven o'clock.
'No insinnuation, you spalpeen!' said Patrick.
'Do you doubt me courage?'
His friend assured him he did not, and they parted.
Patrick went to his luggage, got out his favorite black thorn stick, which he brought over the waters with him, and pressing on it to take the warp out of it, he said - -
Be all that's holy? the question to be sittled to night may be a knotty one, but if its more knotty than me stick, and if I can't decide the pint, I'm intirely mistaken in the knowledge of navigation, that's all!
At seven o'clock Patrick, shillelagh in hand, was at the door of the house where the members of the Debating Society were assembled.
'Gentlemen are not allowed to take canes inside sir. said the door keeper stretching out his hand for Patrick's black thorn.
'What do ye mane, ye thawnneen legged animal? said Patrick.
'Gentlemen are not allowed to take canes inside, repeated the door keeper.
'Well, my be they'd have no objection to take them outside,' said Patrick, giving him a 'tip' of his shillelagh that left him spralling at his post.
The members of the society rushed to the door, to see what was the matter. Patrick gave a wild Whoop?' twirled his stick over his head; and asked where was there a member of the debating Society that was able to beat him, or who dare say a word against bustles.
His friend used every means to pacify him; told him he mistook altogether the meaning of his invitation and the object of the society.
'Well, and - - yer sowll to Moll Kelly!' said Patrick, 'why did'nt you spake to me in plain English; and tell me like a gentleman and a scholar, that this was a 'Litherary Institution' for the advancement of Useful Knowledge!'
"Hats! Hats!" Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 1 Jan. 1842, p. 2.
Transcription by Ian Hehman, HC 2015.
Hats! Hats!
To the public. My friends and old customers, and every body, every where, known ye, that I, the subscriber have again commenced the business of manufacturing HATS, at my old stand. North side of Main Cross street opposite the first Presbyterian church, in the city of Madison; where I have now on hand, and intend keeping a constant supply of good HATS of all kinds, sorts and sizes. I intend to make good work and sell it low for good pay. And I hope by strict attention to business to merit and receive (as heretofore) a share of the patronage of a generous public.
C. W. Basnett
Jan. 1, 1842 - - ly
"Just Received per Steamboat Lebanon," Madison Courier (Madison, Ind.), 15 Jan. 1842, p. 4.
Transcription by Christol Okeke, HC 2015, and Billy Hamilton, HC 2015.
JUST RECEIVED PER STEAMBOAT LEBANON.
2 Casks Dutch Madder,
5 Cerons Indigo,
5 Cases Liquorine Paste,
300 ,000 Percussion Caps,
50 Boxes assorted superior Shaving Soap,
2 Casks pure ground Ginger,
5 Cases refined Borax,
5 Casks Sal AEratus,
10 Bags Pepper,
10 Bags Spice,
2 Pipes superior old Port Wine,
5 Casks soft-shelled Almonds,
3 Bales Grenoble Walnuts,
3 Bags Filberts,
and a general assortment of all kinds of Groceries for sale low,by.
W.M'CLEAN
July 31, 1841