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The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

To FARMERs.- The Hartford Times mentions a farmer who took up fence after it had been stand ing fourteen years and found ofthe posts nearly sound, and others routed of at the dottom Looking for the he discovered that the posts which he'd and those which had been set they grew were rot ted off This is certainly an incident worthy of being noted by our farmers,
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

.& The first privateer fitted ont in the Unit ed States, during the revolutionary war, sailed from Newburyport and was owned by Natha- nel Tracy, esq. The ships of this gentleman captured l2O sail, amounting to 23,36O tons, from the enemy during the war. These prizes, with their cargoes, were sold for three million nine hundred thousand specie dollars. Of this, MT. Tracy devoted $167, ,219 to the army and other public demands. With these ships were taken 2,525 men, prisoners of war.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26
Another Great Outrage in Boston Co
 lOred Man Carried off to Bondage.

The Boston Times, of the 27th, gives us some of the particulars of the abduction of another colored man and his being carried off in- to bondage, despite the strongest efforts of the patriotic FOSTER and ABBY KELLY! The man was taken off in irons, and this was suffered in broad daylight right under the shadow of the cradle of liberty!" The poor fellows name is WARREN VICTOR, and what name is Nsat, to go bound hand and foot into gnominious sla- very Warren, for one of the most illustrous American patriots, and Victor, for the result of our great revolutionary struggles! Our blood is chilled, even with the thermometer at 94, and we have no heart to write more-the Bos- ton Times must tell the rest:
 Victor is a notorious New York scoundrel and burglar, and has been practicing his profession in different parts. of the country for some time past He broke jail in town in Pennsylvania, where two indictments stand against him for burglary; and he also escaped from jail in Kingston, Canada West. Five indictments ex- ist against him for robbery in Elmira On these he was arrested, and was being conveyed to Elmira, but managed to slip the irons from his wrists, and, with the assistance of some "fugi- tive" rescuers, escaped. His friends put him on the track for this eastern "land of the free and home of the brave," and on his arrival in Portland, he was taken charge of by the noto- rious aboltionist Foster, husband of Abby Kel- ly Foster, and was enjoying the touching air of "Old Folks at Home," played with exquisite sweetness by sympathizing young lady for the amusement of the unfortunate "fugitive" himself, when deputy marshal Brady entered and presentation of steel bracelets soon after took place with interesting ceremonies, to the no little astonishment of most of those present We have already given an account of the ex- citement that ensued when it became noised about Portland that colored man had been ar- rested on charge of burglary, which was be- lieved to be but a feint to cover the arrest of fugitive slave; but the vigilance committee" of the city finally became satisfied that he vas rascal, and then they suffered the law to be executed without obstruction. On his person, when arrested, there were found set of ske- Teton keys, of unusually nice mechanism, re- volver, pistol-balls, caps slugs, etc., and $500 in money.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

0,The Connecticut House of Representa- tives, by vote of 116 to 78 (31 not votine.) have passed resolution to amend the Stste constitution so as to allow negroes to vote. on the same terms as white men, Also (lO6 to oO) an amendment to prohibit any person from voting who cannot read. These proposed amendments were then ordered to be continued to the next Legislature, and published with the laws
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

FEMALE PosTMAsTERs-The number of fe- males at present holding the office of postmaster Cor rather mistress) in the United States, is l28 They are appointed, give bonds, are comms- stoned and receive the same compensation for their services as other postmasters. Unmarri- ed females only can hold the office of post masters.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26
MORNING, JULY 26, 1854.

and soul-for "united, we stand-divided, we fall" B. F. Davidson announced himself as can- didate for reelection to the office of surveyor. On motion of Saml. Caldwell, it was Resolved, That the proceedings be signed by the Chairman and Secretary, and published in the Fort Smith Herald.
 JOHN M. MORROW, Chairman. MOsEs BELL. Sec
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

NEW CURE.-A young lady of Philadelphia was cured of palpitataon cf the heart the other evening, by young M. D. in the simplest and most natural way imaginable. He merely held one of her hands in his, put his arm around her waist and whispered something in her left ear! He called it physical gal-vanism.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

0|r The Washington correspondent of the New York Times writes as follows:
 An effort to expel MT. Sumner from the Senate is seriously contemplated, and will be made in few days, if sufficient number of Senators can be relied upon.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

GOVERNOR OF NEBRAsKA.-The Washington correspondent of the Baltimore Republican says that the Hon. Francis Butt, of South Carolina, now third Auditor of the Treasury, will be ap- pointed Governor of Nebraska, in place of Gen. Butler, declined.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26
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PROCLAMATION BY THE GOVERNOR.

WHEREAS, the constitution and laws of the w State of Arkansas require that general cleo tion shall be held therein the first Monday in Au- gust next
 Therefore, Elias N. Conway, Governor of the State of Arkansas do hereby declare and make known that such general election will be held in the respective counties of this State the said first Mon day of August ls54 that is to say, in the counties composing the first congressional district for the cleo ron of one Representative to the thirty fourth Con- gress of the United States in the counties composing the second congressional district for the election of one Representative to the thirty fourth Congress of the United States:
 In the counties composing the second judicial cir cult for the election of judge of the circuit court in the counties composing the sixth judicial circuit for the election of judge of the circuit court in the counties composing each respective judicial circuit for election, by the qualified voters thereof of an at torney for the State and for the of one State Senator from each of the following senatorial districts to wit:
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NOTICE.

A BOUT to be absent on business, authorise Mir. A s. LEVY, to attend to my entire business here. lie will receive and receipt for me, and such receipts will be acknowledged J. LEVY.
 July 12 1854
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Maps of the Seat of War in Turkey and
 Russia.

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 July 5 JNO. E. REARDON.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

CONVICTED or BEING ENGAGED IN THE. SLAVE TRADHIn the United States circuit court at Boston, on Monday Caspar Harman, master of the brig Glamorgan, which vessel was taken on the coast of Africa by the United States brig Perry and sent here convicted of being engaged in the slave trade.
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

And also for the election of one State Senator from the 3rd senatorial district composed of the counties of Carroll and Newton to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of William c. Mitchell.
 And also for the election of members of the House of Representatives of the next General Assembly of From the county of Arkansas one Renresentatue
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 .Tune 15 TUCKER & ROSS
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26

FOREWARNED, FOREARMED. MONEY MUST and WILL have, and therefore lvl request those who desire to saUe nsoney to come forward and settle E. MARCUS. ,July 12 ,54
The true Democrat., 1854-07-26
SUMMER CLOTHING AT COST.

I AM now offering the balance of my very large COST, for CASH Call and examine for yourselves.
 July 12 '54 E. MARCUS.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

and that the counties there represented
make their own selections. Carried.
A committee Of six from Lee county
was appointed, to-wit: A ] Goodrich
A Anderson, Jas Lynch. Joseph Stauts
George Hambleton and Josiah Huxley.
JErFERsoN.--L. +. Doerstlor, w. +
Campbell, Jesse Williams, S. Clinton,
and w. G.. Beck.
HENRY. - II. Reeves, P. w. Brazlelon
Col. Sanders, A. Porter, - Tiffany
and ----- Craig.
DEsMoINEs. T. Coolbaugh, A.
w. carpenter, II. w. Starr, Jas. w ood
j. i. Tallani and L. Ill. Warren.
Resotued, That copy Of the pro.
ceedings Vi this convention be sent 10
each OF our members in Congress; and
that the papers of this State be request
I'd to publish them
On motion The thanks of the Conven
ton were rendered to the ciiizins of Fair,
field for their hospitality manifested on
he occasion.
On motion the Convention adjourned
sine die.
JAS. THOMPSON, Prest.
c. FRASkLrS' ; Secy's.
G. MrcnLER,
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
From the Fairfield Ledger.
The Convention.

The convention which met here on
Tuesday was large and enthusiastic
The counties of Desmoines. Lee, Van
Buren,, Jefferson, Wapello. Keokuk and
Monroe were represented. A very &C.
cided feeling existed in favor of The bill
now pending in the House of Representa-
,ives for grant of lands to aid in the
construction Of certain railroads specified
III the bill, and which bill was introduced
by Mr.. Dodge ID accordance with a
joint resolution passed a, the last session
of our State Legislature. We would
rejoice at the passage of that bill, as the
best that we have any possibility of get
ting at present, butiiis an utter absurdity
to think OF obtaining a grant in such a
way as to harmonic the various con
ilic,ing interests. Even if general
grant were made to the State to be dis
uibu,ed by our Legislature, il could not
be expected tina, that body could possibly
succeed in rendering entire satisfaction
to every town and county in the Stale.
We need all the aid we can get, and
il the action of the recen. convention
will do any good in the way of urging
Congress 10 give US the grant. we are
very glad oil 1t.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
Esail Road Meeting.

An enthusiastic meeting OF the citizens
Of Monroe county Iowa, was held at Al
bia on the evening of the 3D., instant, TO
appoin, Delegates 10 attend the Conven-
ton 10 be held at Fairfield on Tuesday,
the 9th of MAY, inst. ...
On motion The Hon. Daniel A. Rich,
nrdson was called to preside, and John
Mark chosen Secretary.
The object of the meeting was then
made known after which:
On motion of A. j. Ritchey, a com.
miuee of five was appointed to draft res
! olu,ions expressive Of the sense OF the
meeting.
Whereupon, DIR. A. ]. Ri.chey, j.
Philips, S. Buchanan, Dir. A. A. Ramsey
and J. Mark, were appointed said com,
mt,ee. ....
On motion, IL delegates were appoint
to atIend the Fairfield Convention.
The meeting was then ably addressed by
Messrs. Ritchey, Ramsey and Perry by
whom The smolhereG volcanic energies OF
our citizens in favor of Railroad improve.
ments, ready TO burst into a flame when.
ever an opportunity shall present itself,
and also in favor of granting Land TO
Iowa for Railroad purposes, by Con
gress, were ably discussed; after which
The following resolutions were uRani
mously adopted.
Resolued, That we hail with JOY the
Railroad spirit now rite in our country.
as we look 10 Railroads as the only hope
we have for the development, of the ell
ments of the great wealth of The west;
ana that we are determined to do al! in
our power 10 assis, and facilitate the con-
s,ruction of ,hA Burlington ann Missouri
River Rail ROAD
Resolced. That we look upon the pas
sage of The Iowa Land Bill as grea;
National Blessing, as i, will be the
means Of opening on easy and rapid
communication between the densely
populated manufacturing districts of the
Eastern states, and the vas! Eden of the
untold agricultural wealth OF Iowa.
ResolUed, That we consider The pass.
age of the Iowa LanG Bill by Congress
country, ana 10 the Public generally, rs
we have all the elements Of wealth COM
mon 10 rich and fertile state.
Resolued, That we are willing TO do
all things consistent with honesty and
sound policy TO aid our delegates in Con
gress in securing the passage of the a.
fore said Bill.
PeSoiUed, That in urging lis passage
we are asking nothing more than we are
Justly entitled TO, and we feel, if justice
were done us, il would no longer be de-
lerred; bu, would pass the House unan-
imously; receive the signature Of the
President, and become a law.
On motion, the meeting then adjourn
ed sine die
Abba, May Sd "a.
ID. A. RICHARDSON, Prest.
JOHN MARK, Sec'y.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
Health Of 0tfHnl w a.

DR.. SHAFFER, in the last Fairfield pa
pers, states the number of deaths in ;ha
place, for the year ending May LIST "a
to have been 81; or mortality of 1 in
80, estimating the population a. 1900.
During the same time there were 81
deaths in Ot,umwa, Z adults, and ii chill.
dren from 6 days TO IL years of age,
and estimating the population at $50
which has been abou! the average, il
would show that there has been less than
I death in 40; far less bill of mortality
than is presented by The boosted healthy
town of Fairfield
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

u In to-day's paper will be fourd the
proceedings Of the Mass Convention at
Fairfield, the proceedings of meeting
at Agency City, and also at Abba. All
of them endorse and sustain the Iowa
Land Bill, and speak the sentiments of
very large majority of The people Of
the State of Iowa. l, is true that there
was some outside pressure attempted 10
be used at the Fairfield convention by
the friends OF minor projects, but their
attempts proved total failure, as also
will the projected roads they are now
trying TO blow the breath of life into.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
"AIi's Well that Ends Weli!"--
O'ReiIIy Right Side up, and the
$4,000 paid over!

The gratifying news was received at
this place on Saturday last that O. Reilly
has been successful in negotiating with
Eastern capitalists, and Mr.. Bonhey
telegraphed 10 the Register at this place,
that he would start from New York on
the 9Th with the funds TO pay off the en-
tire Indebtedness of the River Improve
ment.
Mr.. O'Rielly will follow him imme-
diateIy, and is prepared to prosecute the
work with energy and speed. We now
think me people of the Des Moines val
ley can see through the night of dark
ness, as il were, that has enveloped this
Improvement, and can rejoice as much
as they please a, The bright prospect for
the future. The b'hoys can now burst
another cannon il they feel like it, and,
for some purpose, too.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

The Pike, one of the Louisville and
st. Louis packe, boats, struck snag al
Big Eddy, 100 miles below ST. Louis
on the 18th inst. Twelve or fifteen
ately up to the hurricane deck. Boat
and cargo will both be lost. She was
estimated to be worth $4,000 and was
insured for $4,000
The steamer DIR. Franklin was run in
to by the Galeha, six miles above Du.
buque, few days ago, and sunk in IL
feet water. Loss about $4,000. Some
Tour or five persons supposed to have
been drowned.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
p 0 IS O NJ I NJ G.

THOUSANDS of Parents who use
Vermifuge composed OF Castor Oil. cal
omel, &c, are not aware that, while they
appear TO benefit the patient, they are ac-
ualiy laying the foundations for series
of diseases, such as salvation, loss of
sight, weakness of limbs, &c.
la another column will be found the
advertisement Of Hobensack' Medicines
TO which we ask the attention of all d.
rectly interested in their own as well as
their Children's health. In Liver Com.
plants and all disorders arising from
those of bilious ipye, should make use
of the only genuine medicines. Hoben.
sacks Liver Pills.
tS"Be not deceiuea," but ask for
llobensack's Worm Syrup and Liver
Pills, and observe that each has the sig.
nature of the Proprietor, ]. N. HO-
bENSACX, as none else are genuine.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
wCurtis, SYRUP OF SAssArR.s


This article has now been presented
10 the public sufficient time to be we'll
tested and pronounced NO nUMBUG. In
fac, it defes the world to produce more
elfeciual, certain and speedy cure for
coughs, colds, measles, wbooping cough,
bronchitis, splitting of blood and all those
diseases Of the lungs for which it is so
highly recommended. This syrup of
Sassafras has now found its way to al
most every town sd neighborhood in
the State and thousands of persons who
have been SO fortunate as - be saved
from an unlinely grave by this SAFE
pREsERyER are now living monuments of
health 10 testify the great benefi, it has
conferred on them. Commence the use
of the Syrup of Sassafras at the very
first symptoms of cough or hoarseness,
don'tdelay, there is danger. See adver-'
tisement in another column.
II Bcware!-Call for J. L. CUR
IT'S Mamaluke Liniment and take no
other. The country is now flooded
with BASE CoUNTERFEITs Of the most
worthless kind; don't be deceived. Cur
It's Linimenl has stood the test for sew
eral years SO that every family has now
become familiar with i. and know what
TO expect from its use. Notice whether
j. l.. Curtis name is signed on The
wrapper of each bottle as none other are
genuine. This valuable medicine is for
sale in every town in the State.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

g The ladies Of the town of Pontiac,
Illinois, strong minded and strong hand
ed women, recently resolved in public
meeting to put STOP to the sale OF alco-
holic drinks in that town. Some twenty
of them assembled together. and pro.
ceeded to execute the resolutions of the
meeting. The first grocery they visited
was somewhat notorious place, the
keeper of which, thinking that discretion
was the better par. of valor. complied
with their terms, and submitted TO the
obstruction of his liquor. The keeper
of the next grocery demurred a, first
but finally yielded TO the outside press
ure, and his house was closed. This
closed the business in Pontiac, and the
ladies returned in triumph to their homes
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
THE DIES MONIES COURIER.
Mass Railroad Conventions.

Pursuant TO previous notice that the
friends of the Iowa Land Bill would
hold Convention al Fairfield, on the
9th of May, an immense assemblage mel
at the court house in said place, al l o.
clock A. NJ.
On motion Of II d Cunning, Col Jas
Thompson of Jefferson, was called to
the chair. iprotem.
On motion of g Negus, Messrs Cum
ing and Franklin were appointed Secre.
! taries.
The object of the meeting having
been fully and explicitly stated by the
Chairman.
On motion of Col VIM Paterson oil
Lee, q committe Of 10 were appointed "a
report The names of permanent officers Of
said Convention.
Said committee were appointed as fol.
lows:
NJ Croker of Keokuk CO.,
of Desmoines, - of Henry. Jesse
Williams OF letters on, George Gillaspy
Of Wafello, Arvne White OF Monroe,
Kisier of Davis, w Shepherd Of Van
Buren,, DIR Fitch Of Lucas.
On motion OF ID Steward o! Jefferson
committee of five were appointed 10
draft resolutions expressive OF the sense
Of this Convention. Said committee
were appointed by the chair as follows:
ID Steward of Jefferson, i B Cunning
of Lee, J G Hall OF Desmoines, ID L
Gaylord, Of Wapello, J NJ Casey Of Ike.
okuk,
On motion, adjourned until o'clock
p. NJ.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

EY TELEGRAPH.

Nebraska Bill in the House-7he
Godsden Treaty-.Destrnction of
long Bridge dyfre-Riot'n Chelsea,
Mass.
WASHINGTON, May 8.
The House has reached the Nebraska
bill, after laying aside seventeen bills
tina. had precedence. A vote was taken
on each bill--yeas about 100, nays 20
or 30.
When the Nebraska bill came along,
the House was the scene of not little
tumult. Members were on their feet.
aud clapping of hands in all parts of
the house was heard. A motion to lay
it on die table was defeated by vote of
los to So.
Gerri,t Smith Of New York and
Breckenridge OF kentucky were appoin-
ted teIers.
Soue of the members who were OPP
posed 20 the bill now vote to take i. up.
A motion will be made by Jones of
Tennessee, TO substitute bill for Doug
less no! containing the clause for the
repeal of the Missouri Compromise.
WASHINGTON, May 9.
An official copy of.the new treaty
with Mexico was only communicated to
General Almon,e yesterday. He dis.
patched two messengers with il to meet
the steamer of the l4,h a, New Orleans.
The Fulton has left the Navy Yard
there for Norfolk where she will wait for
General Gadsden, who will take the
original copies to Santa Anna.
The friends of the Nebraska bill held
caucus at 10 o'clock on Saturday, and
resolved TO oppose all amendments ex.
cep, striking gu, the Clayton clause.
A large portion of Long bridge. across
the Potomac, was destroyed By fire this
morning. The fire took on the south
side of the drawbridge.
BosToN, May 8.
Mr.. Orr, alias the 'angel Gabriel"
preached in the open air yesterday
The police in,crfered. and bis friends
carried him TO Chelsea, where he again
commenced preaching. A riot ensued
and several were injured. i; was final
~ suppressed by the Gremen and police.
The riot was resumed IN the evening
and there was severe fighting between
Americans and Irish; and the latter
were driven from the ground.
An attack was then made on the
Catholic Church; the windows were
broken, Sheriff read the rio, act, and
the military were called out, when the
rioters dispersed-several parties more
or less injured.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18
Congressional Convention.

There will be Wing Congressional
Convention for the First Congressional
District Of Iowa held in the town Of Os.
kaloosa on the First Wednesday in June
next, for the purpose of nominating a
suitable person for the next Congress.
The ratio Of representation will be one
delegate from every two hundred voters
of each county. Every organized co.,
falling below the ratio shall be entitled to
one delegate.
1t is recommended by the Committee
that each county hold Convention to
nominate delegates, on the last Saturday
in May. Prompt and energetic action
by the Wings of each county is particu.
larly requested.
By order of the Committee,
JAS. NOSLER,
Chairman.
Eddyville, April 26, "a.
Des Moines courier. ([Ottumwa] Iowa) 1848-1854, 1854-05-18

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