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Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
GIN S T A N DIS.

WE have on hand and offer for sale ac-
w commodating terms, large quantity Of
GIN STANDS, from the mandatory Of Col
Inns & Gilmer. which we authorised to
warrant equal to any offered for sale in the
country. All persons in want of Gins of a supe-
rior quality would do well to call and examine
them.
BLOCK, BRO. g. co.
Fulton, June l3, 1S49-24-tf
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

A CowARDLY AND COLD BLooDED MURDER
The following letter is from an authentic source,
and gives an account of one of the most atroclous
deeds upon record Ben Johnson is white man,
married in the Cherokee Nation; the others, We
believe, are all Cherokees:-V. B. Inteligencer.
EVANSVILLE, ARK, June IL, e49.
Dear Sir-A cold -booded murder was COM
mitted in the Cherokee Nation, about hall mile
of this place, Tuesday, the .5th inst. The par
ticulars are as follows On that day, Ben Johnson,
and his son George, were shooting at an lndi-
an boy some ii or Is years of age. They stated
that the boy had stolen from them flask. The
boy being pretty fast on foot, made his escape un.
hurt, though he was shot at the second time, leav-
ing his pony. johnson gave one gallon OF whs-
kew to an Indian called Club Foot to follow the
bow, and tell him to come back and get his pony
Club Foot succeeded in persuadng the boy to re-
turn. In the meantime, Johnson and his son were
Joined by Ned johnson, Saw Takee and Lewis
Tiana. AS soon as the boy came back they
commenced shooting at him, and he again ran OH.
but was overtaken and killed. His body was
concealed in pond, in the field of James Thomp.
son. ESQ.,, in this State, aud over a mile from
where he was killed in the n alton, and was not
found until the 10th inst.
It has been ascert aimed, further, that on the
evening the murder was committed, and after the
same was done, Ben Johnson ordered two negro
men to 90 and remove the body of the dead Indi-
an. They did so--wrapping the body in home
spun blanket, which was recognized by Mr.
Thomas AIberty, who saw the negroes in the
dusk of the evening, going in great hurry in the
direction Of where the Indian was killed.
The name of the lad who was killed is Daniel
FaIly. large number of Indians were in Evans
vile on Saturday, and appeared very much ex-
cited against the murderers, none Of whom could
be found.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

RUNAWAY MATCH AND DEATH.-A colored man,
accompanied by white woman, who had eloped
together from the northern part OF the State, ar
rived at Cincinnati on the 10th ult, were Dotn
seized with cholera on the 18th, and both died and
were buried in one grave on the same day! g..
sad finale 10 stxange elopement.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
For the Telegraph.
M A r Y.
ssI have passion for the name of Mary,
For once it was magic sound to me-"

ssI have passion for the name of Mary
For once it was magic sound to me-"
BYRON.
In every language there are certain words
which are particularly distinguished for harmony
and sweetness of sound. Among the many beau
tiful ones which adorn our vcrnacular tongue,
there are none more melodious than the common,
yet sweet and lovely name of MARY. Its very
signitcatlon is repete with poetry, for in its org-
nal, the Hebrew language, it means "tear drop;'
how poetical then in its meaning. Can we, for a
moment, wonder that every noble bard who has
ever tuned his Tyre to sing immortal lays, has
dedicated an effusion "to Mary?"
Moreover, write the name. is it not graceful to
the eye? Pronounce it, is it not music to the ear?
Examine it in any and every manner, and it will
be found interesting. Mary-marry-but one let
ter diference-there is more in that than maidens
dream of. See of what word each letter of Mary
is the initial, and it will still prove engaging-why,
N stands for modesty, begins artlessness, r
opens riches, and will give us youth. A truly
desirable combination Of engaging qualities, mag
ing forth the worth OF those who bear this euphoni-
Gus title. Who, then, does not admire the ro-
mantle name of Mary! What sweet and joyous
hours of other days--what pleasing associations
does it not call up in every heart! Who knows
aughtill OF Mary? Who does not love the name?
Is there any thing gentle, and valued and wo-
many, Wudt lNldTy pOSStSScS IL uot' hcS SuCh ioh
ones = bear this sweet appellation rather glory in
it ahse complain of it, for it is not only celebrated
in lofty song, but is found enveloped with interest
on the historic page. How deeply interesting is
tho recorded fate of that noble minded woman,
Mary Queen of Scots, as is slso that OF Mary
Magdalep, she who was the fond mother OF the
worlds Rede. mer Was it not Mary who was
sThe last at the cross,
And earliest at the grave"
OF him whs released mankind from the dread
thraldom of original iniquty A name associated
with SO much Of absorbing interest and SO sweetly
musical to the ear, justly deserves to be bestowed
ON those only whose artess innocence of manner,
and natural sweetness of temper, render them
admired and beloved by all who are capable of
approaching intrinsic worth.
eIs thy name Mary, maiden fair?
Such should, me thinks, its music be;
The sweetest name that mortals bear,
Were best BETTING thee:
And she to whom it once was given,
Was half of earth and half of heaven"
s. ALONZO.
Sewer county.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

ExcRrcrArING.-Wo find the following mOrceau
in a late number Of the New York Courier and
Enquirer
We very cheerfully comply with the request
contained in the following letter, and shall expect
the promised enclosure accordingly:
NEW York, May 80, l849.
To the Editors of the Courier and Enquirer;
If you insert the inclosed in the Courier and
ENQUIRER as an editorial, and should receive the
appointment after the paper shall have arrived in
Washington, shall inclose you a $50 bill. The
application is now pending and will no doubt be
successful. Nest respectfully,
Your humble servant,
J, A. BENNETT.
The following is the paragraph enclosed; our
readers will please to consider it "editorial:'
FIRST CoMPrRoLLER OF THE TREAsURY.-This
Bureau requires man Of great practical knowl-
edge, on whom the Secretary would have to rely
We know Of none better qualified to fill the place
than James Arlington Bennett, from his long ex-
rerience in commerce, finance, and accounts, as
shown by his celebrated work on bookkeeping
so justly and generally esteemed, and by his lee
lures delivered on those subjects in this city fol
many years.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
PUBLIC SALE.

"HE subscriber will offer for sale to the highest
L bidder on Saturday, the 7th of July, at nine
o'clock, A. M, in the town Of Washington, the re-
mander of his stock of Groceries and small stock
Of DRY Goods. Also two or three Horses, two
Cows and Calves, household and kitchen furniture.
will also offer my buildings for rent, for one or
more years.
Terms made known on day of sale.
Z. II. MORGAN.
Washington, July A, 1649.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
WAS HINGTON
FEM ALE SEMINARY

IT)HE second scholastic year of this Institution
L will commence on the third Monday of Sep
temb Der next.
The Washington Female Seminary is now
permanently established, and parents may send
their daughters with the complete assurance that
every facility will be afforded for the Moroueh
education of their daughters and wards.
The undoubted healthfulness, the moral, re-
Igious and literary advantages of Washir gton,
together with its central POSITION indicate il as a
highly suitable place for an Institution of ee-
waited character, and nothing will be spared to
place il, at once, beside the best female schools
of the south.
The Principal takes pleasure in announcing
that he has secured the services of two ladies' of
superior endowments and qualifications.
The Boarding Department will be under the
control Of the Principal, who has, at heavy ex-
pense, constructed pleasant and commodious
residence Cor the reception Of pupils from a dis
tance.
1t will therefore, be expected that every Young
lady coming from abroad should board with the
Principal, where every arrangement will be made
for their comfort; where careful supervision
may be maintained over their health and progress,
and where particular attention may be given to
the inculcation of those principles which should
govern the moral being, and to the decorum
which should distinguish the social circle
The Seminary will be shortly provided with
complete Philosophical and Chemical Apper-
atus and also a Cabinet of Minerals
No deduction for absence except in cases of
protracted illness.
Terms heretofore
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
WASHINGTON

THE Annual Examination will taks place on
i Monday the 18th July merit, and continue
throughout the week. In the Male Department,
on the 18th and l7tb;-In the Female Lepart-
ment on the 18th and 18th. On Friday the 10th
the exercises in Defamation and Composition
will be held in both Departments respectively,
and close on that evening with CONCERT at the
Female Seminary.
Washington, Ark, June l3, le49-24--4w.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
Telegraphic report of the Louisville Democrat.
FURTHER NEWS BY THE EUROPA:
BosToN, June 8, 8 P. M

BosroN, June 8, Pm.
E1Intelligence had reached Paris that the Duke
de Harcourt, the French minister at the Court OF
Rome, had arrived at that city--the bearer of a
convention concluded between the Roman Repub-
lie and France. Hostiltes had been suspended
for some days, and it was believed that the news
was substantially correct.
The surrender of Bologne is contradcted, and
it is now said that they still hold out, and had suf-
fered bombardment so terrific as to almost reduce
the city to ashes, with most frightful loss of life.
The Constitutional Gazette publishes procla-
matian which General KOssuth issued at Debrac-
zin, in which he asserts that the Russians had
been defeated by General Benz, end it is asserted
that 5000 Russians surrendered at Cracow, and
about 10000 followed their example at Arsa--
Their arms, cannon, horses, &C., fell into the
hands of the Hungarians.
A rumor was current at Raab that the Rus
slams had entered into the Hungarian war, and Of
their having been defeated by Dembenski The
news of the defeat the Russians by Gen. Bem
is confirmed, though there is still wanting the au
thentic details of that important action,
The London Times confirms the victory gained
by the Hungarians over the Russians at Presburg,
and positive news was received of the surrender
of Ofen, at discretion. The booty which fell into
Hungarian hands consisted Of military chest,
10000 muskets, 10 batteries and ammunition
$4,000 huzzars were killed during the assault.
Georgez addressed the COMMANDMENT Chief of
the notwithstanding him to treat the priso-
ners with humanity, and adding that all Hungari-
ans found in arms against their countrymen
would be put to death.
Important from Newfoundland--Island sur
rounded---Distress among the Inhabitdnts.-
Newfoundland dates of the 22d May, have been
received at Boston, state that the whole island
is surrounded by ice, rendering it unapproachabe
for vessels. The steamer, with the Bishop on
board, could not reach it. The passengers were
obliged to dsembark, and walk fifty miles the
ice before they could reach the land A large
number of the inhabitants have pettioned to gov.
ernment, soliciting the necessary means to emf.
CRATE, on account Of poverty now existing on the
island.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
fPIs ss0IGT1oSN

THE partnership heretofore existing between the
L subscribers, under the firm of PRESCOTT
& BELTS, dissolved on the first day Of
April, ls49. by mutual consent. All persons in
debted to the late firm. are requested to come for
ward and settle without further notice. Either of
the subscribers will attend to the settlement of the
business of the concern but the name of the firm
will be used in liquidation only.
N. G. PRESCOTT.
c. ]. III. BELTS.
Fulton, April 3, lS40. l5-3m
The business will be continued by the subscriber,
at the old stand, on his own account.
N. q. PRESCOTT
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04


THE SILVER MINES NEAR LITTLE Rock
In speaking of these Mines near our city,
although we were we'll aware that the
mineral contained large proportion OF
silver, we have usually designated them
as the "Lead Mines Late investiga-
tions have most conclusively proved this
to be misnomer, and that they should
be called the "Silver Mines" as the
value of this precious mineral generally
exceeds the value of lead. We subioin,
by the permission of one of the proprietors
of the Mines, a copy of an assay made
at New Orleans of two specimens which
shows the value of silver in one ton of the
mineral to be one thousand dollars. 1t
is believed by those who have examined
this mineral and the locality in which it
is found, that these diggins will ultimate
lv be proved to be the richest silver mines
ever discovered:
New ORLEANS, May 81, 1849.
Ssy-I have examined two specimens
of mineral from your mines. In the speci-
men No. /, find 3-96 or 1-32 part of
pure silver. In specimen No. 2, find a
mere trife more, say 1-32 part full, of
pure silver, 1t is possible there may be
more, as my means OF investigation are
not as good as 1 could wish. The quanti-
ty of lead, zinc, &C., 1 have not had time
to examine. Respectfully,
p. SMELL.
O. D. MouLToN, ESQ, Little Rock.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
N o ii C..

Do hereby forewarn all persons not to credit
i my wife, EMILY WILSON, on my account, as
/ am determined not TO pay any debts Of her
contracting
WALKER WILSON.
Hampstead county, June 81, lS49.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
Fifty Dollars Reward.

Fifty Dollars Reward.
Runaway from the subscriber on
the llth inst, two negro men, one
~ named Wilks, about 80 years Of age,
yW/ about FIVE feet high, black complex
ion, speaks very quick when spoken
to; the other named Ransom, about
20 wears old, stout made and dark complexion.
Said negroes took with them bay mare with a
scar ON her knee; also black pony, They have
probably got pass to carry them to some place
in Arkansas. The above reward will be paid for
their apprehension and notice given me at Red
Land P. O., Bossier Parish, La.
CHARLES LEWIS.
June 13, ls49-25-3w
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
LOOK III E E.!
WE HAVE NEW GOODS

THE subscribers have been receiving for some
i time past and are still receiving most splen.
did assortment of GOODS direct from New Or.
leans. The stock has been laid in by expe'
rienced hand, and great care was taken in the Sc
lection of them-all we have to say is to those
wishing to purchase, if they will but give US cal
that we feel confident both prices and styles o.
the goods will answer. Our stock consists of the
various articles kept in Southern store for sale
such as
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
New Store at Fulton.
MESSRS. COLLINS. LITTLE e. C(

MESSRS. COLLINS, LITTLE g. co.
\ RE now receiving and opening large and
"A well assorted stock Of goods suited to this
market, which have been selected with great care
in Boston and New York, and are now offered to
purchasers at as low prices and on good terms
as they can be procured elsewhere.
Our stock is general, comprising Staple and
Fancy Dry Goods, Hardware, Cutlery, SaddIery,
Clothing, Hats, Boots and Shoes, Crockery, Glass
ware, Iron, Steel, Nails, Castings, Tmware and
Carpenters Tools, Groceries, &C. sc. &c.
COLLINS, LITTLE g. co.
Fulton, Ark, Feb 9, 1889
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
UPHOLSTERY ARTICLES,
NO. 20 CAMP STRErT.

UPHOLSTERY ARTICLES,
NO. 20 CAMP sTRErT.
m=OrIeany.
THE subscriber has on hand large and gem
Il eral assortment of almost every article in
the Upholstery way, which, on account of the
advanced state Of the season. he offers at very lew
prices. Among the Goods hand, he would
enumerate
CURTAIN STUFFS:
Silk, worsted, and cotton Damasks, (Freneh and
EngIishs)
bobinet and muslin white curtains;
plain and figured muslins, &c.
CORNlCE, POLES, BANDS, &C.;
Wooden, BRASS and velvet cornice;
brass and wooden poles:
''tulip," ''acorn," "polka," "arm," and variety
of other curtain bands and pins
TRANSPARENT WINDOW.SHADE
The stock of this article is as full, and of as
handsome patterns, can be found any where
among which, Scripture, Chinese, and other
scenes large Gothics, &c.
MUSQUiTO BARS AND MEETINGS
English bobinett, muslin, linen musquto bars and
nettings, in great variety and quantity.
FEATHERS, CURLED HAIR, &C.:
Feathers in lots of from pound to 100 pounds;
and cnrled hair of various qualities.
Together with mating, oil cloth, carpets, rugs.
mats, table oil cloths, wall paper, Ia large and
handsome assortment,) cords and tassels, fiinges,
gmps, fire. board papers; cotton, worsted, lincI,
and silk borderngs and bindings hair cloth WIN
dow papers, ready made hair moss mattl esscs,
bed furniture, &c &c.
GTGavanized spring mattresses made to order
and Upholstery work executed with despatch.
JOSEPH ETI'Ek.
may 1922
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
For s ale .

.9a2s, THE undersigned offers for sale bis
A FARM, three miles south of Wash
s& ington, containing 364 acres' IS Of
49, which are cleared. The above farm,
from its quality and location, is believed to be one
Of the most desirable farms in the county. There
will be sold if desired with the above farm, some
one hundred head of HOGS, and some fifteen
head of CATTLE. The above premises will be
sold at bargain. if application be made soon.
T. M. FLEMING.
Washington, July 4. lS49-2G-7w
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

A SERIo- CONGO INCIDENT.-A solemn occasion
was interrupted, day before yesterday, by an IN
cident of d character droll and peculiar, that
we cannot refrain from relating it. negro burial
was going on at the Protestant cemetry, where
the water is about two feet deep, and the large
number of moumers in attendance would persist
in standing on the plank platform which Mr.
Bakesley had erected from wall to wall, and
which he informed them would not sustain SO great
pressure. This platform stood about hfteen
feet from the water, just over ditch about three
feet deep. Suddenly, in the very midst OF the
ceremony, the scaffoding fell with great crash,
and the whole crowd were precipitated into the
water. The agitation and houndering in the wa
ter were terrible to behold. Five hundred of the
largest size porpoises straying into duck pond
could not have made greater fuss. The preacher,
however, clung to the cornice of the wall, and be-
ing man of considerable strength, was saved
from the general immersion. In reply to the
Sections expression of regret for the occurrence,
| the reverend gentleman very consolingly remark
ed, "Never mind, brother Blakesly, they are all
Baptists, and used to the water. y. Delta'
A gentleman just returned from Madl-
son county, N. Y, states that a new
Ianatlcal sect has been started there, and
now numbers about 14O persons, 6O OF
"hom are men. These persons live to-
gether on fine farm of $50 acres, near
.he borders of Oneida county, and have
lor the principal tenets of their faith a
Denet that they themselves cannot sin,
ana an entire community of husbands and
W4ves.-BaItsnsore american.
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

THE undersigned, are now stocking the road
i from Little Rock, to Hot Springs and WASH
ington, with good Horses and Stages, and are pre-
pared to carry passengers TO and from all these
points in comfortable and satisfactory manner.
E ~ " HO
From Little Rock to Hot Springs, sc 90
" WASHINGTON IN mn
STAGE OFFICE.
Washington, Britts Hotel.
Little Rock, Anthony House.
SNAPP & HANGER, Proprietors.
Washington, May l6, lS49-20tf
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04

BOARD OF INSTRUCTION.
S. L. SLACK, A. M. PRINCIPAL,
Miss v. Z. SnERBRooKE, Vice Principal,
Mas. E. ]. SLACK, Ornamental Department,
MISS A. NJ. BABB, Music and French Dept
June l3, lS49-24-2
Washington telegraph., 1849-07-04
e. e "" "I~ ~ .

* f seriber has 59
~6 ! for sale, variety Of Ladies
HH\ ~ and Gentlen,en's Breastpins
V and Finger Rings, Gold
~ LsZ9 Guard Keys, Gold Pencils,
W - Gold Shirt Studs, Diamond
pointed Gold Pens, with or without cases Spec
tacles, Spectacle Cases and Glasses; Rodgers
Congress Knives; pocket and pen Knives Ra-
zors and Scissors; Hyde & Goodrich's Sewing
Needles; heavy silver Thimbes best toilet combs;
Tooth Brushes; steel Key Rings fine Handker-
chief Perfumery, &c. The above articles are all
Of the simon pure, (not single article bought Of
Peter Funk,) and will be sold low for cash only,
Also, an additional supply of Watch Materials
Watches and Clocks repaired and warranted.
G. WHITE:
March 81, ls4s. l2sm
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-09-07

SHERWOOD'S IMPROVED MAGNETIC
- MACHINES are accompanied with his new Manu-
al llth edition, 400, giving clear and ample directions
Tor the use OF the instruments the various diseases to
which they applicable and which are found by the
successful practice of hundreds Of operators to include the
diseases that known the Medical Profession They
are OF different sizes, in rosewood cases.
For sale at New FORK prices by
DOVE & ISAACS agents for Richmond.
Sign of the Black Boy and Mortar,
au IL No. 81 Main street Richmond
Daily Richmond times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1849-1850, 1849-09-07

OLDn LINE NEW YORK PACKETs.-The
~, following vessels composing this line all of the
Sc st c p E suPe5S state room
Do WEsTOvER. do b. D Do ,5IaacN'
Do Do VA eIET1 BURR. do Bur- Knapp.
Do MANCHESTER. do j. b TuHe'
,rl Do PATRICK HENRY. do S: Chester Ge'''
pfessy for the trade between this port and New York
and are commanded by men of long experience who,
VIII use every ezertion in their power to accommodate
shippers Shippers informed that this line Of vessels
insure at the lowest rates. and sail regularly every week
steam always taken up and down James Riuer
s passage o5RWP %'ss coI SSaE to
EOR NEW ORLEANs.--vIRGINIA & LOU
IN IA ISlANA LINE OF PACKETS BETWEEN
RICHMOND AND NEW ORLEANS-The follow
ing vessels composing this line all of the first class,
WlIh hahdSome slate room accommodations viz:
B Bark RAC AMT, op Capt Cory Wison.
BARK ho1NlA Capt Nathaniel Bolsb
The above vessels all of the first class were hmlt
expressly Tor the trade between this city and New Or
leans and commanded by men of long experience, who
will use every eXerton give satisfaction For freight
or passage, apply TO Captains on board
DAVID CURRiE,
HASKINS & LIBBY
de 9 CHAS r. WORKMAN g. CO.
MERCHANTS LINE OF NEW YORK
lvA PACKETS, to clear Saturday of each week
composed of the following vessels built expressly for
this line: f' W.
Nf Do s do M SAE W Wa fqfdeSr Mast
Do do VIM H MAILER. Alfred Price, do
DO do SlLAS b HAND VIM Acknly. do
20 do 2 WlLLlTS. $50. Isaac Smith do
Do do ii IL TALMAN.... Young, do
The above schooners of the largest class and fair
saleis Quilt IN the best manner and will compare with
any line Of Packets sailing from Richmond f'hev have
good accommodations for passengers and are command
ed by masters thoroughly acquainted with the trade who
Will pay particular attention to the prompt delivery in
good order OF goods by their line.
Freight taken at the lowest rates.
The vessels are towed up and down James River
Inc subscribers take this opportunity OF expressing
le thanks to the merchants for the liberal patronage al
ready bestowed upon the line and ask continuance OF
then favors For freight passage apply on board or
to RANKIN Il WHITLOCK, Richmond or
ia MAILER & LORD, l08 Wall ST., N. Y.
sEaaAAs-,r177r7h GREAT REDUCTION.-Fara
zzzs - Richmond to Lynchburg by Canal
r, dchet5. ............ S3 SO
Fare from Richmond to Charlottesville by Packets
are from Richmond to Cumberland c. H by Pack
cts and Stages. Q 75
Fare from Richmond to Farmville by Packets and
oldSes. Observation-Disclosures. q 25
Below, see card OF Intermediate distances for fare and
hours of passing. NA'
Leave Richmond Mon Leave Lynchburg Mon