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The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

AN ExAMPLE.-America is not so powerful yet as Spain was three centuries ago. Spain rose, moreover, as America has done, through the reign of free institutions She fell by enter ing on a course of policy similar to that which is now proposed for America. 50 long as Spain honored labor, and made war only in a just cause so long she prospered; but when she lent her sword to wanton conquest and took to living on the soils of captive nations, she began im- mediately to decline. It is pregnant warning. great law lies at the heart of Spain's decline. That law is, that if either nations or individuals neglect productive industry, and seek instead to shine by unlawful gains, they inevitably go to ruin.-PhH Le70er
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Fisheries Question Settled.

Washington, June 8.-The proposed treaty with Great Britain, in respect to the fisheries, has at leugth been agreed on. It gives to the United States the full freedom of all the fish. cries, and the free navigation of the river St. Lawrence, and it establishes free trade and re- cprocty with the British provinces in all natu- ral products.
 The treaty now awaits ratification by the &c., nate and Congress, the British government and the Colonial governments, before being finally concluded
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

JOHN J. HARRIS, we learn, has been select ed by the democrats of Calhoun county as the democratic candidate to represent that county in the next Legislature. Calhoun county is democratic and doubtless Mr. Harris will be chosen as the representative. We wish him SuccnsS
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

GFNTLEMEN-Your note of the 17th instant addressed to me in Prairie came to my hands in this city. You communicate the fact thai on the 10th instant, was nominated in con- vention, held at Little Rock, " as the democra- tic candidate for State Senator, in this district;;' and that you were appointed by the convention committee to make known to me its will 1 that respect.
 First, gentlemen, permit me to acknowledge my sense of the courtesy of manner in which you have performed that duty; and next, to avow my acceptance of the nomination.
 Yours respectfully,
 B. c. TOTTEN. To Messrs H. NJ. RECTOR,
 l. c. MILLS,
 A. J. HUTT LiHze Rock. Ark.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

0r We heard a great deal about the prayers offered up in behalf of the efforts of the abo- litionists, on Sunday last, but no prayers for the widow of the murdered Batchelder-mur- dered by abolitionists melted by such men as Park ker and Phillips-murdered while perform Ing his duties as citizen under the laws..of his country! Oh, men who urge revolution, sedi- ton and murder-upon whose hands rest the blood of an innocent, honest, faithful citizen have fearful account to answer-BOston Post
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Murder.
Mea0 Tork,, June 4.

N6W IOTh,, J UIe F. Mr. James Wickam a farmer, and formerly a merchant doing business in this city, his wife and negro lad, were brutally murdered in South old, while in bed, on Friday night. Nicholas Dane. an Irishman who, had but a short time previously left the employ of MT. Wickam, is suspicioned
 Nicholas Dane, the murderer of MT. Wick am and wife and negro boy, was captured yes- terday in the woods at Long Island and com mitted for trial
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

CAIRO AND FULTON RA1LRoAD.-Tbo
 ot engineers on the Southern diyison .t cop road are progressing with the survey as r, U' tai as tune and circumstances will permit 'PdI week they crossed the Ouachita river 9, Lag polnts-one about six, and the other abo". % w and half miles east of this place 'uI Tt te have now pitched their tents some siy z. The miles west of town, and are engaged in O, on elga ing the line through the river bottom 'G,Vel the waters not interrupt, (which from ,. "0I indications we much fear), they will copa peSel this in few days.-Ark. 1feveley. DPe
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Adiourrnent of Congress.

Washington, J une 14.-The House has pas sed resolution to adjourn on the 14th of Au- gust.
 In the Senate Mir. Douglas presented bill for the annual meeting of Congress on the first Monday in October instead of December.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

LAIKACT OF A LETTER FROM OEVIER. "A gentleman writing from Sevier county, says:
 "While l am writing on business, would remark that our county is improving very much Our sheriff has returned his tax list for 1854, from which 1t appears that the increase of tax able property, during the past year, will amount to about three hundred and fifty thousand dol lars Our lands are being located and taken up, not only by speculators, but many good farmers are settling and improving new places. New merchants are moving in and bringing with them large and good stocks of goods, sui table to our wants; and great anxiety is expres- sed for the commencement of one or the other of the railroads
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

(EFThe following correspondence took place between the President and the authorities of Boston during the late fugitive slave case: It will be observed that the President did his duty promptly.
 From the Washington Uuon June 3.
 Boston, May 27, 1854. To THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES: In consequence of an attack upon the court house last night, for the purpose of rescuing a fugitive slave under arrest, and in which one of my own guards was killed, I have availed my sell ot the resources of the United States, placed under my control by letter from the war and navy departments in 1851, and now have two companies of troops from Fort Independ- ence stationed Tn the court house. Everything is now quiet The attack was repulsed by nv own guard. WATSON FREEMAN,
 U. 5. Marshal, Boston, Mass.
 Washington May 27, 1854. To WATSON FREEMAN, U. s. Marshal Boston. Mass:-
 Your conduct approved. The laws must be executed. FRANKLIN PIERCE. On Tuesday last the following despatch was sent to Boston by direction of the President:-
 Washington, May 30, 1854. To Hon. B. F. HALLErT, Boston, Mass: What is the state of the case of Burns?
 SIDNEY WEBSTER.
 Boston, May 30, 1854. To SIDNEY WEBsTER:-
 The case progressing, and not likely to close till Thursday. Then armed resistance is indi- cated. But two city companies on duty The marshal has all the armed posse he can mus ter More will be needed to execute the extra dition if ordered. Can the necessary expenses of the city military be paid if called out by the mayor at the marshal's request? This alone will prevent case arising under 2d section of act of 1795, when it will be too late to act.
 B. F. HALLETT.
 WasAaayton, May 21 1854. To B. r. HALLETT, U. $. Attorney, Boston, Mss
 Incur any expense deemed necessary by the marshal and yourself for the city military, or otherwise, to insure the execution of the law
 FRANKLIN PIERCE. On the same day, the President ordered Colo nel Cooper, Adjutant General of the army, to repair to Boston, empowered to order to the assistance of the United States Marshal, as part of the posse conaitatus, in case the Marshal deemed it necessary, the two companies of Unit ed States troops stationed at New York, and which had been under arms for the forty-eight preceding hours, ready to proceed at any mo- ment.
 Boston, May, 31, 1854. To SIDNEY WEBSTER
 Despatch received. The mayor will preserve the peace with all the military and police of the city. The force will be sufficient. Deci- sion will be made day after tomorrow of the case. Court adjourned. B. F. HALLETr. Yesterday morning the following despatch was received:-
 Boston, June ?, 1854. To SIDNEY WEBsTER:-
 The commissioner has granted the certificate. Fugitive will be removed to-day Ample mili-
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

AN ELOQUENT ALDERMAN.-In Snrin.,
 Mass, recently, there was an alderman saeI aisle whose "gift for gab'' was not of the first 'oS'ed So, when party of his political friends aoH ylue ed together to congratulate him on his s1" o~aef' he returned thanks" as follows: "CS"OtSa men, am confounded glad am elected 'V;s' v will find bread, cheese and brandy in tbe toQ rOOm." ueGl
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
A. J. HUTT, Little Rock, Ark
DeSha County Court.
To Messrs. H. NJ. RECTOR,

The following resolutions adopted by the county court of Desha are a worthy tribute tc the memory of good man and most estima- ble citizen. Judge Mayson, long resident ol Desha county, was called by his fellow citizens to preside in the county court. In the discharge of his duties, his impartiality as judge, his firmness and integrity, endeared him to the peo- pie, to his associates upon the bench and to the members of the bar. In the social circle he was beloved as a courteous gentleman and a kind and obliging neighbor. His death has overwhelmed his family with sorrow and filled his friends with profound grief
 County Court Record, June term, A. D 1854
 On motion of Col. T. Farrelly, seconded by Col. Chas. X. Stewart, it is ordered that the following resolutions be spread upon the record
 WHEREAS, It has pleased Almighty God since the last term of this court, to call from this world the Hon. Ramsey L. Mavson, pre- siding judge; man who iii the sphere of his public duties, by his pure integrity, upright hess and strict regard to justice as well as by his urbanity of manner towards his associates on the bench and the members of the bar. en. deared him to them and the community 1T which lie lived
 Therefore Resolced, 1st, That in the death O Judge Mayson the county of Desha has lost highly efficient officer and most worthy anc useful citizen.
 2ud., That We sympathiso with the family of the deceased and tender our condolence il their bereavement
 3d., That in respect to the memory of tn, deceased the court will now adjourn.
 4th., That the foregoing preamble and reso lutions be entered on the minutes of the court
 AtteSt. JAMES P. CLAYTON, Clerk.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
The War.

Nea0 York, June 9.-The Arctic brings in- telligence that the combined fleets were at Se- bastopol
 An English division of troops was about to leave Constantinople for Varna.
 A French division was marching for the Bal kans
 The Russians are destroying the Circassan coast. The Circassians had fallen upon them, and taken 1900 of them prisoners.
 The Russians had suspended the cannonad. ing of Silistria.
 A protocol of a treaty to guarantee the main tenance of the integrity of Turkey has been signed by all the four powers.
 Liverpool Cotton Market.
 The quotations for Middling Orleans are from 514 to 538d. per pound.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
HOUSE AND LOTS FOR sALE.-

I IT to sell my dwelling house and 6 lots on cornE of Orange and streets. The premises contain dwelling house with four rooms, kitchen. stable smoke-house, etc., etc.. and an excellent well of t purest and coolest water. The garden, ip hgb StG
 t culttUation contains many trees of the choices fruit grapevines, etc., etc Terms s1 900 cash, th balance payable to suit purchaser.
 June 20 42t J. w. TAPE
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

UF The Arkansas Whig in the controversy about the largest circulation'' has shown itself to be wholly unreliable-capable of the most deliberate falsehoods. It makes a positive statement one week and denies it the next. Tn regard to the printing of the swamp land lists we stated that the press work was done at our office, and from the number of quires printed we judged of the extent of circulation each pa- per had. It denied that we printed it's swamp land lists and said:
 This week it the True Democrat asserts, that it worked 70 quires more of the swamp land advertise ment, than We did. This Is a matter it knows noth- ing Ut all about. The work was done at our own office, and the True Democrat is utterly ignorant of what Is done there; unless it has underground tee graph by which 1t get its information"
 Having the written acknowledgement of the editor of the Whig in our possession, we were enabled to expose this falsehood In reply to our expose, he says:
 It is true that some press work on the swamp land list was done for Us at tile True Democrat oce but the editor knows that the form was put up at our office, and was afterwards returned to it. hat num- Der o copies were struck otf before after the True Democrat had 1t. he does not know This notice is
  asserted on the other side"
 This acknowledgment conyicts it of the low species of tactics to which it resorts. "H istrue hat some press rork acas done ,tor us at He True Denaocrot of7ce." and further, this notice is not for hepurpose cf admjting Qr de1yng ang hjng Gsse'ted ot tie otlter Side' '-Caught in so many mSstatemonts the non-committal policy is now its only refuae But we are not so timid as the Whig. We positively deny that there was any more quires printed by the Whig. after or be- fore' the form was sent to us, and we are will ling to leave 1t to the pressman or foreman of the Whig office. Why should there be, when We could do 1t so much cheaper and more ex- peditous than it could? The very fact that it sent Us portion, Is proof that it sent us aN, and we challenge the Whg to submit it even to its own employees
 The Wing has fairly skulked from every is- sue between us. We have sought iii vain to have 1t come to trial, and we have shown it's utter want of veracity in every instance where a side issue has been brought up.
 We have shown that we have nearly fue Aua- dret more subscribers Man Hse Hhiq, and we chal- lenge 1t to submit to an arbitration It must either come up to trial or haul down the boast ing declaration which stands at the head of it's columns.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Another Law Suit Decided.

At the present term of the circuit court of Pulaski county, several heavy judgments have been obtained against the State. One of them is the case of Horace B. Allis vs the State. It will be recollected that Alls had the contract for constructing wall around the penitentiary. For causes, that we have not space to detail at present, Allis gave up the contract and surren- dered the prisoners and the penitentiary to the State. He then brought suit for violation of the contract, and last week, recovered verdict against the State for mine Mousand dollars danao- ges.
 We would be glad to hear from the Auditor on this subject, as he arrogates to himself the province of guarding the treasury. The public here believe that his official maconduct caused this heavy loss to the State. The "tax-payers,, will be pleased to hear from their friend the Captain.
 From the Auditors weekly disquisitions on the constitution and the defects of our laws, he would impress on the people that skill in the science of jurisprudence is not the least of his accomplishments. But the courts do not appear to acknowledge the Captains acumen.
 At the last term of the supreme court the great Whiteley case about the public printing, on which the Auditor laid the foundation of colossal reputation as the bulldog of the trea sury, was decided against the State In fact the Auditor is fast developing himself as a gigantic humbug, and, however he may claim to be the Cerberus of the strong box of the "tax-payer's" money, the people begin to think that, yet awhile, MT. Crease's big black dog will be a safe guardian
 Our readers will find all the papers and a detail of the facts in the penitentiary case, in the house journal of the last Legislature.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
NEW ADV REFRESHMENTS

ea NJ NOTICE.- By virtue of Deed of :. A 4s Trust executed by Richard C. Bvrd@ G-kzto Peter T. Crutchfeld and William J. \ Byrd the twenty day of April, 1S44 and as, signed to Frederic W. Trapna deceased. on the Fist October, 1850, will cause to be sold, for cash in hand, to the highest bidder, the following described negroes, viz: Ralph, aged about 30 years Sam, aged about 57 years; Caroline, aged about 2- wears and Robert, aged about F years, at the office Of James 5. Johnson, in the city of Little Rock Ark, on Saturday the o9th day of July. 1854. b, tween the hours of A. NJ. and o'clock F. N to psy certain debts in said deed mentioned and unpaid.
 MARTHA F. TRAPNALL Adm'x
 with the will annexed of Frederic
 w. Trapnan, dec'd.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Commodore Perry and Japan.

New York, June g. Commodore Perry's visit to Jeddo was successful. He obtained si- mllar advantages for this country as those which had previously been obtained by Russia. The ports are to- be opened one year.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

SUPERINTENDENT OF INDIAN AFFAIRS RE- MovED.-We have been told, and believe it true, says the Washington Star, that Lieut.. E.. F. Beall, superintendent of Indian affairs in California, has been removed, and the important trust confided to the charge of Hon. T. j.. Headley, postmaster at San Francisco It is said that MT. BealPs offence is malfeasanee in office and insubordination.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
In memory of JAMES BATCHELDER

In memory of JAMES BATCHELDER,
 aged A years, who, on the 2oth.day of May, 1854, in the City of Boston, in the very Temple of Law, and in the performance of his duty as policeman, DEFENDING THE LAW AND ITS SANCTUARY from illegal force and violence, WAS MURDERED BY MOB, instigated to riot and bloodshed,
 in the name of HUMANITY AND FREEDOM,
 by Theodore Parker, a minister of the Gospel of Peace, by Wendell Philips, wealthy citizen of Boston, and by other kindred spirits, and advocates of the "higher law"
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

0~T If Hugh Brogan will become candidate for County Treasury he will receive the SUD- port of MANY VOTERS
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Judge Greenwoods Accordance.

BatesuHe, Ark, May 5, 1oo4 Hon. A. B. GREENWOOD, Washington City, D. C. Dear Sir The Congressional convention which met at this place on the 1st instant, una- nlmously re-nominated you as the democratic candidate for Congress from this district We the undersigned, were appointed, by said con- ventlon, committee to inform you of your mo- imitation, and earnestly request that you accept the same.
 With congratulation to you upon this demon stration of continued regard on the part of your constituents, and implied confidence in your integrity and ability to serve them, we have the honor to be, with due respect your fellow citizens,
 B. H. HOBBS,
 HENRY NELL,
 JOHN MAY,
 J. M. CLEVELAND,
 J. c. CLAIBORNE,
 THOS BLACK,
 Committee.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

0T The river is still high enough for the largest class of boats, but is falling
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

CAUTION.- Having disposed of my nesrVI, X |O Amos and Bill, which were advertised III oo % True Democrat now withdraw the offer Of sIVV' reward for their apprehension. ,eoy
 ISigned,) VIM Wllso' June 20 54 It
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

NOW OR NEvER-As am about makn 1\ an early start east to be in time with my ts
 stock, all who wish bargains in Summer Goods . every description will do we'll to call early as hay only few more left. Call soon or it will be too at June 20 D. B. HANDEL
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

ITO THE PUBLIC.-Desiring to leave as sool | as possible would invite all persons who be- ieve they have any claims against me to presel them, and all those who are indebted to me VI. please come forward with the cash and settle.
 June 20 54 2t J. W. TAPE.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Public Speaking.

Will address the voters of the 2d Compression Dis trict at the following times and places: AL Camden, Ouachta county, on Monday, l9thJune.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
MAILS AND IRON.-7 kegs6d NaiIs

NA AILS AND IRON.-7 kegs 6d Nails; 1\ do Sd. Nails;
 :. Tod. ''
 < l2d., 20., 40d., Nails; F dog best Stock Bells; 1000 lbs. Swede Iron: 800 '' half round Oval Iron:
 : pair Steel Carriage Springs, 24 pair Twisted Trace Chains; F '' Stage Harness;
 '' Buggy '' Jupa % n DCNOr
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

0|I+5T In the penitentiary of Indiana there are now two hundred and sixty-four convicts In the Ohio penitentiary thercis an army of nearly one thousand.
 In Arkansas there is less than .Gt1y. What a commentary on the morals of the people oi our State?
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

EPITAPH OF JAMES BATCHELDER-The fol- lowing has been published as suitable eptaph to Mr. Batchelder who was killed at the abol- ton riot in Boston:
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

NEW SUPPLIES.-2b bbls refined sugur hou IN Molasses;
 ? bbls Reboiled do;
 '' superfne Sugar
 bbl. Lard Oil and Iinseed Oil; IA boxes Star Candles;
 < Bar Soap;
 l box Pearl Starch. June 20 D. BENDER
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Boston, June ?, 1854.

To SIDNEY WEBsTER:-
 The commissioner has granted the certificate Fugitive will be removed to-day Ample mili tary and police force to effect it peacefully. All quiet. Law reigns. Col. Coopers arrival op- perfume. B. F. HALLETT
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
To SIDNEY WEBsTER:-

Despatch received. The mayor will preserve the peace with all the military and police of the city. The force will be sufficient. Deci- sion will be made day after tomorrow of the case. Court adjourned. B. F. HALLETr.
 Yesterday morning the following despatch was receiyed:-
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

Acknowledgements for this renewed expression of confidence and esteem.
 Being your present representative in Con- gress, my duties will deny me the pleasure of visiting my district before the election in Au- gust l must therefore rely mainly upon the llberallty of my friends for suchsupport as they may think deserve
 l have the honor to be, very respectfully, your obedient servant,
 A. B. GREENWOOD. To Messrs. B. H. Hobbs, Henry N Neill, and others, COyDaD1ttpe
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
CHEAPEsT sTOREUNDER THE SUN

NEW SUPPLY at the Brick, corner Markham " and Cumberland streets.
 butts prime Chewing Tobacco;
 ? '' Queen City
 butts Ladies' favorite :.
 box Smoking Tobacco: 900 Lopez Cigars; and ,OoO Regalia do Gheap Tor cash D. BENDER. June 20
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

0TThe following correspondence took place between the President and the authorities of Boston during the late fugitive slave case:
 It will be observed that the President did his duty promptly
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Little Rock, June 17th, 1854.

Hon. B. c. ToTTEN, Prairie CO.,, Ark.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

Our old citizens are rapidly passing away Last elk we announced the death of Col Samuel w. Reyburn, one of the pioneers of this State, and now it is our sad duty to record the death of another rgFYFDl
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1854-11-10

ISAAC ToUssAINT L'OUvERTURE, son of the
Haytien negro General of that name, died
lately at Bordeaux, where he was in receipt of
liberal pension from the French government.
He did not go by his family name, for what
reason is not stated. When youth he was
sent to France by his father, with his half
brother, Placide l. Overture, to be educated.
We clip the above from an exchange. The
death of the son of the Wallace of Hayti,
closes another chapter of the crimes of Ma
poleoa Bonaparte, the hero of Abbotts ro-
nance. Toussaint LOuverture, during the
progress of the Haytien revolution, sent his
two sons to France to be educated. Unable
to conquer him by the sword Napoleon deter
mined to ruin him by treachery. The inno-'
cent children of the Haytien chief and their
parties cold blooded policy. They were sent
to st. Domingo where, after in vain trying to
seduce the father from his duty to his coun.
try by tampering with the best affections of his
nature-by presenting his children to him
the tutor led him into an ambuscade, when he
was seized, carried to France and thrown in
to prison. After six months of the most cruel
sufferings in the dungeon to which Bonaparte
had consigned him, he died. His sons were
detained in France. The last of them has now
died, but his memory will live as another wit
ness of the cold, callous inhumanity of Ma
poleon.