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Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
RumOred Attack upon Fort Bel
knap-Probab1e Capture of the
Fort, and Massacre of the Garri-

RumOred Attack upon Fort Bel.
knap-ProbabIe Capture of the
Fort, and Massacre of the Garri-
SON.
The Bonham (Texas) advertiser" of
the 9th inst, stops the press to announce
the following painful intelligence, which it
learns from Mr.. Butt, of Preston, who re-
ceived it by letter from the chaplain, at Fort
Belknap, transmitted by confidential SER
want of Mr.. B. The letter states that the
whole force of the garrison, except sixteen
men, were off in pursuit of the murderers
of Col. Stem AN account of which we pub
lish in another column) and that 400 Indi.
an warriors were about the fort. challenging
the commandant, Major MERRILL, to fight
The Indians had despatched a party with
1000 government cattle which they had ia.
ken into possession.
Major MERRILL, the letter states, was
temporizing with the Indians, giving them
goods and provisions, in the hope of succor,
either from the return of the scouts, or from
two companies of recruits hourly expected
Fort Belknap, the Advertiser says, is
collection of buildings on an open plain,
and sixteen men can do very little for its
defence. 1t thinks that unless the expected
succor reached them soon after the despatch
Of the Chaplain's letter, Major NJ and his
little command are already massacred.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

FIGHT BETWEEN EX-SENATOR CLEMENS
AND Mn. HARRIS, OF MIss.-The Balti-
more Clipper of the 23d ult, gives the
following particulars of this affair:
"Mr Clemens was introduced to Harris,
who declined replying. The introduction
was unsolicited. Mr. Clemens retorted that
he would make Harris responsible. Mr..
Harris rejoined angrily. when Mr. c. drew
a revolver and struck Harris heavy blow
on the head, cutting it dangerously. telling
him to the ground. Clemens then seized a
chair, but was prevented from further at
tack by his friends. who interfered'''
Up to the oath, the difficulty remained
unadjusted and duel was expected.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
7legrophcd to the Caddo Ga-etfe.l
Hi:h-Handed Outrage---Seizure OF
tie Black Warrior by the gu
ban AuthOritics---Dc Destruction OF
ha CargO!!
KEY WEsr, Marsh 8.

KEY WEsT, Marsh 3.
TIN u. s. steamer Corwin, I. II. Cra-
vens. Commanding, arrived here yesterday
mornng from Havana, and proceeded 70
Charleston with dispatches from the Ameri-
can Consul at Havana, relative to high
handol outrage committed there in the selz-
ure Of the steamship Black Warrior while
in halbor
TIE Black Warrior arrived in Havana
early on the morning Of the lst- Some
hours after the arrival Of the Warrior, the
Collector of the port asked Commander
Capt. Bullock if his manifest was correct.
surprised at the question, after the vessel
had entered and cleared and every prepara-
ton vas made for sailing early the following
morning. he suspected plan was laid to
seize bis ship, for an Infringement Of Reve-
nue. duties, he replied that he had 1000
bales Of cotton for New York, and he would
make another manifes. as he had sufficient
time left, four hours not having passed since
his arrival in port. The Collector replied
that he should receive no more papers from
him. and Capt. Bullock loft for hi chip
He was astonished to find lighters alongside,
and officers on board with orders to seize
the ship and commence discharging her
cargo Immediately. 1t being SO late and
there being law that no cargo shall be ta-
ken from a ship after sundown, the discharg-
ing of the cargo was not commenced till
the morning of the ID. Capt. Bullock pro-
tested against the whole proceeding and de-
nounced it as high-handed outrage
The Spanish officer who was detailed to
seize the ship. himself stated to Capt. Bull
bck, that it was dire piece Of business
from the first, but however unpleasant he
must obey his orders. On the morning of
tie ID of March, as soon as the first blow
had been struck upon the matches, and the
att of discharoing commenced, Capt. Bul-
lGk lowered his flag and with the officers,
passengers and crew abandoned his ship,
and proceeded to the U. s. steamship Full
ton, commanded by Lieut. Watson, and
placed himself under his protection On
the I'd lighters were sent alongside of the
Black Warrior and she was discharged Of
her cargo; the bales Of cotton were subject
ed to rigorous examination, every one be-
ing cut open as it was suspected they con-
tanned arms and munitions of war.
Lieut.. Watson on the evening of the 1st.
offered to lay bis ship alongside the Black
Warrior and carry her out Of the harbor-
He only asked for 20 minutes to get up
steam and had fires lighted when the agents
Mr.. Tying, and Capt. Bullock begged him
to desist, as it was now a national affair, and
the governments Of Washington and Mad
rid would settle the difficulty There was
great excitement in the city, and crowds
were collected at every corner, discussing
the affair."
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

shall be. with the assent of the Muscogee or
Greek and Seminole nations of Indians, to
be obtained in manner hereinafter provi-
ded for. erected into special and qualified
Territory of the United States. to be called
the Territory Of Muscogee And all that
portion of country west of the State of Ar
kansas. bounded on the east by the State of
Arkansas, on the north by the Territories Of
Chel-o-kee and Muscogce. on the west BY
the Tooth parallel of west longitude, and on
the south by Red river, shall be. with the
assent of the Choctaw and Chickasaw nations
of Indians, to be obtained in manner here
matter provided fol-. erected into special
and qualified Territory Of the United States,
to be called the territory Of Chah-tah.
There is provision in the bill for the in
corporation Of the Senecas. Shawnees, Qua
paws and other tribes, west Of Missouri,
south of the thirty degree Of north
latitude, and east of said Territory Of Chel-
o-kec. with the Cherokees, should these
tribes desire it, and upon an equal footing
with them, except. that each tribe is 10 retain
its individuality as to all lands and all funds
and property belonging to it.
Whenever the legislature of either shall
CO .rYuesu, the rresIdenI Or Tic JTuitcd
States is authorized to cause a survey to be
made. of any portion of the lands belong
ing to said Indians. as the public lands of
the United States are surveyed. and when
so surveyed, sections sixteen and thirty-sx
of each township are to be reserved for con-
mon school purposes. 1t is also provided
that seventy'two sections of land, in each
of the Territories, be set apart for the support
and maintenance of collegiate institution.
The legislature is required to enact pro-
per laws regulating the institution of mar
riagc. making it contract for ife,-not
dissoluble at the pleasure of the parties, and
prohibiting polygamy.
1t is also provided that whenever the three
Territories created by the bill. shall, by acts
of their respective legislatures consent to
unite together and form one people, and be
included in one Territory, they shall be en-
titled to be erected into Territory Of the
United States, in the same manner other
Territories have been created, to be called
the Territory of Neosho. And when Con-
gress becomes satisfied of their capacity for
self government, and their country is opened
to emigration aud settlement, it is provided
that they may be entitled to come into the
Union as a State, upon the same footing
with the original States.
The Indians, it is said, are strongly in
favor of the bill, and delegation of one Of
the tribes is now in Washington. urging its
passage Should the bill become law, it
will enable the Indians to improve in the
arts of civilization, and to prove their capac-
ity for self government. Without some such
protection from our government the race
will ere long, become extinct.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

FINALE OF THE GARDINER CasE-DEArH
OF GARDINER.-This case which has occu
pied so much time in its investigation a,
Washington City, was recently decided
The Jury brought in verdict of guilty
with sentence of ten years. Imprisonment,
in the Penitentiary. Upon application Of
counsel stay of judgement was granted
and in the meantime Gardiner took strych.
nine, from the effect of which he died on the
Sd inst.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

AN UNHEALTHY PLAcE.-The temper
ance law of Massachusetts prohibits the sale
Of liquors except for medical and mechani-
cal purposes The liquor agent Of New
Bedford has just published his quarterly re-
port Of the work done in his department.
for the three months ending on Jan 23d,
from which it appears that 1,7s5 gallons
Of brandy, rum. gin, whiskey. and alcohol
were sold during the three months for med
ical and mechanical purposes Also 1854
gallons Of wine ale. stout, porter and beer,
during the same period. As New Bedford
carries on mechanicism but limitedly, it
must be an awfully unhealthy place. The
rumber Of doses of liquor medicine swal-
lowed during the last quarter exceeds 400.-
600, and that BY population Of less than
$4,000. As whale oil is the principal traf-
fic of the place, perhaps the ale. whiskey
and wine is mixed with the spermaccti for
the mechanical purposes Of spiritual lucu-
bration.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

% We publish in another column. the
proceedings of the Serate, on bill intro
duced by the Hon r. w. johnson, to
modify the pre-emption act of 1871, so as
to permit actual settlers, within the reserva-
ton, to enter their lands without regard to
the thirty days notice, required by that act.
The bill. it will be seen, has passed the
Senate.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

TEMPERANCE QUESTION in PENNsYLvA-
NTA,--The House Of Representatives Of
Pennsylvania is opposed to the adoption of
the prohibitory liquor law. When bill of
that character was under consideration re-
Gently, q motion to amend and strike out all
after the enacting clause, and insert the sim
pie submission Of the question Of prohibition
to the people, was lost by ayes 43, noes 40.
A vote was then taken on the first section of
the bill. which was nega:ived by ayes Al,
noes 81, indicating that the opponents Of
the bill have decided majority in the
House.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
The probability of war between England

The probability Of war between England
and Russia has already commenced to effect
the shipping interest Of the former country
Private letters have been received at New
York from London. which state that the
tea merchants Of England have sent orders
for all their remaining teas to be shipped
N American bottoms. fearing the Russian
fleets in the China Seas If this statement
4 trne. it proves, beyond doubt. that
war between the Western powers and Rus
sia, will be productive of immense benefit
to the American carrying trade
~ O. Bulletin.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

A CENTER SHor.-The Editor of the
alabama Flag asks why the Editor of
the Louisville (Kentucky) Journals career
through life is like celebrated tune and
answers, "because it is the rogues' march. y
Upon which Prentice knocks the diamond
out, as follows: "Why will the Editor of
the Flag. at the close of his career through
life, be like tune of Paganini's ?" Be-
cause he will be executed on a single string"
The Flag man must put up new Board.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

FUGITIVE SLAVES IN CANADA--The
Voice of the Fugitive published in Can
ada, IN recent number notices the safe ar
rival IN ''the land of freedom" of six fugi-
tives in one lot, formerly belonging to the
Rev. Mr. jackson. of Tenn; fifteen in an
other train, able bodied men from Missouri;
four more from Kentucky, and forty more
landed at Amherstburg, all in one company.
the same week.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

The New York Courier des Etats Unis
re-afirms its convictions of the truth of the
report that Russian officers are engaged in
organizing and fitting out privateers in
American ports. Most of the New York
papers attach no credit, whatever to the re-
port.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

70 Our thanks are due the Hon. r.
". Johnson, of the Senate, for copy of
A'adfeao's Maps, and Report on Colonial
and Lake trade and Hon. E. A. War
rem, of the House for public documents.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

10 We take pleasure in publishing the
notices of our contemporaries of the "Ga-
zette u Democrat and "True Democrat, -
to the patrons of their respective journals
They will be found in our columns to-day.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

The Millerites in Portland, Maine, have
renewed their zeal of late, and confidently
predict the end of the world this year
Some fix the time on the 26th Of May, when
the great eclipse occurs.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

HAMLET's ADVICE TO LADIEs-"Put
your bonnet to its right use It's tor the
head, and not for the neck"
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

10 We are indebted to j. L. Bouldin
esq, for the latest New Orleans dates.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
Arrival Of the Andes.
FROM THE EAST

Arrival of the Andes.
INTERESTING FROM THE EAST.
ANOTHER BATTLE
New YoRK, March 1st.-The steamer
Andes brings dates from Liverpool up to
the 18th ult., but her commercial intelli-
eence is of an indefinite character. Her
advices, however, contain several interesting
items Of general news
Eastern Affairs.
1t was confidently stated just before the
departure of the Andes. that manifesto
from the pen of Count Nesselrode would
shortly make its appearance, in which, the
final intentions of the Emperor Of Russia
would be announced to the world
The latest accounts from Asia show that
Gen. Gueyon had commenced offensive op-
erations in Asia.
Austria.
The Paris Bourse was thrown into some
excitement on Monday, the 18th February
BY report that the Emperor Of Austria
had declared that he would make common
cause with the Western powers in the event
of the Russians crossing the Danube, and an
important advance in the funds took place
il consequence.
Lombardy.
A proclamation had been issued in Lom-
hardy. ordering the arrest of all persons en-
gagged in spreading false reports, and great
excitement prevailed there and throughout
Italy in consequence.
Georgia.
Late advices from the Georgian frontiers
reported that Schamyl, the great Georgian
leader, was marching upon the town of Sc
kitila. (,) an important military position in
the Russian territory.
England.
RUSSIAN AFFAIRS IN PARLIAMENT.
In the House Of Commons Lord John
Russell introduced a bill, the details of
ativcs and Liberalists. Lord John stated
to the House that arrangements had been
made between the English Government and
the French Ambassador, with regard to the
course to be taken BY the combined fleets.
He also said that the Government had no
reason to be dissatisfied with the mission of
Count Orloff to Vienna. the object of which
had been to secure the neutrality of Austria
in case Of war, but which had resulted in
failure
Battle Of GuirgerO.
The battle of Guirgero was gallant,
though not very important engagement.
The first movement was made bv the Turks
800 of whom crossed the Danube early in
the morning, supported BY gun boats and
4 sailing vessels, and landing near the quar-
antine grounds. arrayed themselves in order
of battle. The Russians opened murder
Gus fire upon the Turkish columns, and at
length forced them to retrace their steps
The engagement lasted three hours, the loss
Of the Russians, as well as Of the Turks
being heavy.
Liverpool Cotton Market.
The sales of cotton in the Liverpool mar
ket on Tuesday, the 18th February, were
estimated at 10000 bales, the demand be-
ing more active, and price. steady
BosToE, March 1.-The majority Of the
reports by the Andes show no change what
ever in the markets. up to the day of her
leaving Liverpool, the 18th nit. Some ac-
counts, however, quote an advance of l-16d
per pound.
Fair Orleans i quoted at I'D; Mid
ding Orleans at 7-Sd. Fair Uplands is
quoted at 6 Id; Middling ITplands at from
5 SD. to 3-4d
The sales for the two days amounted to
$4,000 bales
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

% We are authorized to announce EDWARD
w. CAN'T, Esq, a candidate for Prosecuting
Attorney of the Sixth Judicial Circuit at the en-
suing election.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

~ We are authorized to announce SHELL
TON WATSON, Esq, candidate for re-
election to the Office of Judge of the Sixth Ju-
dicial Circuit
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

1|We are authorized to announce THOMAS
HUBBARD, ESQ., a candidate for Judge of the
Sixth Judicial Circuit
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
Eastern Affairs.

It was confidently stated just before the
departure of the Andes. that manifesto
from the pen of Count Nesselrode would
shortly make its appearance. in which, the
final intentions Of the Emperor Of Russia
would be announced to the world
The latest accounts from Asia show that
Gen. Gueyon had commenced offensive op-
erations in Asia.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
Austria.

The Paris Bourse was thrown into some
excitement on Monday. the 18th February,
BY report that the Emperor Of Austria
had declared that he would make common
cause with the Western powers in the event
of the Russians crossing the Danube, and an
important advance in the funds took place
IN consequence.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
ANOTHER BATTLE

ANOTHER BAL It,
New York, March 1st.-The steamer
Andes brings dates from Liverpool up tc
the 18th ult, but her commercial intelli-
gence is of an indefinite character. Her
advices, however, contain several interesting
items Of general news
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22

Late adviccs from the Georgian frontiers
reported that Schamyl. the great Georgian
leader, was marching upon the town of Sc
kitila. (') an important military position in
the Russian territory.
Washington telegraph., 1854-03-22
EOnbardy.

"A proclamation had been issued in LON
hardy. ordering the arrest of all persons en-
gagged in spreading false reports. and grea
excitement prevailed there and Throughout
Italy in consequence.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20

LAW NOTICE. The undersigned having form ed a partnership in the Practice of the Law in Arkansas will give prompt attention to business trusted to them in any of the Courts of the State.
 HENRY M RECTOR,
 JOHN T. TRIGG. Little Rock, Feb. A, 1852
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
Received by late Arrivals.

E0 BOXES Star Candles, 15 boxes Palm Soap, 25 " kegs White Lead, barrels and half barrels Lard Oi barrels and half barrels Linseed Oil, butter and water Crackers, sugar cured Hams and side Bacon, Rope 30 bags Rio coffee. 5bags Moco do 1000 lbs cot
 ton Yarn, loo sacks fine Salt 50 kegs Nails tons Iron, assorted, including slab, diamond and shovel blow molds, cast, German and American Steel: 3 dozen Wash Boards 10 doz Brooms, 20 boxes Tobacco; Rice, Candies, 100 barrels and half barrels Whisky, Cogn- ac Brandy, Malaga Wine, Cherry Brandy, Holland Gin, Sparkling Catawba Wine barrels Hominy, 10 boxes Cheese, 10 barrels and half barrels white Beans
 barrels crushed Sugar, 15 dog. painted Buckets, doz Grindstones, doz wash Tubs, 20 eases canister Powder. OOo lbs bar Lead, 20 boxes 10 by 12 win dow Glass; etc., etc. TUCKER & hOoo.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
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THE miraculous cures that this celebrated A medicine has performed, after all other remedies
 ad fmled warrants the proprietor in asserting that Is the only Lnlment that will cure Chronic Orinham matory Rheumatism Paralysis, stiffness weakness m the Joints, Muscles or fragments, contracted Mus cles, Bruises, Spralns, Neuralgia, Tooth ache Ear acne, or any pain. It will remove any swelling, tu mor, piles, hard humps, caked breast, nipples, bites of musqutoes, or any inflammation.
 And will cleanse, purify and heal efouest ulcer sores OH G legs oi ss, no difference how long they scalds fresh cuts, wounds etc. sooner than any other remedy.
 Over Million of Bottles
 Have been sold Ill 1855, and the demand is increas ing daily and have never heard of case wherein
 it has failed to any external disease when proper ly applied.
 Who then will suffer from pains, sores or swelngs, when safe and sure remedy Is so easily obtained. Read the following certificate which is IncOntestable Proof, of what we have asserted: | J. H. McLEAN-Sir: feel it a duty 1 owe to the public, to make known the following, hoping they may learn by my experience and discard worthless stu which has been pressed into notice by false cert | ticates and long advertisements. | For six months was confined to my room crip- pie from rheumatism. My knee swollen tre- mendously, producing the most severe pans. The muscles were so contracted that could not straghen my leg at all. Iapplied the Mustang Liniment for four weeks but it done no more good than any other grease. 1 obtained and used your Volcanic Oil Lin- ment Tn three weeks It relaxed the muscles, ana cured me permanently. AMER1CUS CASEDA4, | Saline county, Ill.
 I saw MT. Caseday when he afflicted as stated, and he is now well. WILLIAM M ELLlOTT,, | Pinckneyville. | Reader, if the above is not sufficient to convince you of the wonderful efficacy of the Volcanic Oil | Eminent, call and examine the thousands which we have in possession from all parts of the country, and if you will purchase supply from us and 1t does not give satisfaction, the money will be returned to 1 the purchaser.
 For Horses and other Animals.
 McLean's celebrated liniment is the only safe and reliable remedy for the cure of Spavin Ring Bone, l Wind Calls, Splints, Unnatural Jumps, Nodes or Swellings. It will never fail to Big Head Poll evi Fistula. Old Running Sores, Sweeny, if pro pery applied. For sprans, bruises, scratches crack ed hoos, chates saddle collar gals cuts wounds it is an infallible remedy. Apply directed and cure is certain in every instance. l Directions accompany each bottle in English and | German.
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 1 Nov '53 1v
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
$2OO Reward or 100 for Each

LNSCAPED from the Arkansas Penitentiary on the EI night of the 20th April, 1854, the following de scribed convcts for whose apprehension and delivery to the Pententiary at Little Rock, the above reward will be paid.
 Descriptions:
 JOHN SMITH, sentenced from Ouachita county for ten years born in South Carolina blacksmith by trade, 27 pears od single man, has blue eyes, auborn har is feet 1 inch high, fair skin tall spare but has an awarkward walk and husky voice.
 JOHN HARRINGTON, sentenced from Lafayette county for five years Irishman, feet, inches high, 92 years od has dark hair, grey eyes, dark complex ion heavy set
 They all can be distinguished by examining their heads, the hair on side being cut shorter than on the other. GEORGE & ROBINS,
 April 25 '54 If Contractors Ark. Peni.
The true Democrat., 1854-06-20
FARM FOR SALE.
4 GREAT Bargain for s4,o0o.-I offer

4 N for sale my valuable and hlyimproved farm, lying in Washington county fourteen miles south of Fayetteville and thirty miles north of Van Buren, OF the nearest and best road between the two cities Said farm contains 440 acres of land about 300 en- closed, and 230 in cultivation This land is of the most superior quality, and watered by several very fine springs. It has upon it large and commodous dwelling house which cost about sSooo containing eight comfortable rooms, spacious hall. with two story porches n front and rear, out buildings, etc. Upon this farm there are fine apple and peach or chards containing $50 trees of the choicest varieties This farm is from its situation the road leading from south western Missouri to Texas and Louisiana one of the best stands for drovers in the State
 TERMS: Sl 000 cash. the balance from one to five years, with six per cent interest thereon.
 For further particulars address me at Boonsboro' Arkansas. T. K KIDD
 September 20. 1853 If