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Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1855-01-30

RICHMnND BLUFs.-At Il mGctin. "i tins old AMI
efficient company held Wednesday evening. john VI.
Patton, Jr, Esq, wa. unanimously reelected Cap
tain. The company design making n visit t" fInIn-
IclphIia Oh the 22nd February.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1855-01-30

Drlp-TL"L .yucIburg NIrsiniar amn"uuc", Wit.
regret, the death -! Joseph Wilson,. Esq, oi Bc!!u:..
For upwards Of twenty y"nrs Mr.. W. hrs nilpI ito
n!lir. at clerk ot the Superior Court ut tia, count,
and i"r competency AMI fidelity 10 it, duties, h. ha!
no rqua! III the State.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1855-01-30

NoRrmwE>rEEN NA.J k,ILRo,p.-The Parker,.
burg Gazette sta.,s that the committed Of conference
on III" part Of the contractors upon this road has re-
turned from Baltimore, whore they came To Il speedy
ana satisfactory understanding with the president and
directors III the company. The terms are acceptable
To the contractors. aud the work will surely b" push
rd onward To completion from PHrhrrsburg Ia Frt.
'"TlhhI, the Baltimore ana Ohio road having guarua.
feed the money. The contractors Assert Tiny "a.
complete the work III sN months and will do %.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1855-01-30

Gas ~ P"Rr>HourH.-Th last Portsmouth Tran
script says:-OXiord Hall. oar hotels. and many ol
the principal Stores on High and Crawford street,,
were lighted with gns To-; NIGHT inr the !irst time. 1t
burned beautifully and added much 10 the conyo.
Iic!icc ami beauty of plnrr> where used.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
What are the Sound Dues?

As these dues may possibly give rise to a serious dispute between the United States and Denmark, 1t will be interesting to know what they are. The "Sound" is narrow strait lv ing between the island of Zetland, belonging to the Danes, and the Swedish coast and gives entrance to the Baltic sea. Tine fortress of Cronburg Castle commands the passage, and extracts payment from all vessel Is entering the Baltic; the ships of Denmark herself have to lay, as we'll as foreign tonnage The origin of this eXactlon Is, that in ancient times Denmark undertook to build and sustain certain light houses along the coast for which the Hanse- towns agreed 10 pay toll.
 England, France Holland and Sweden pay a duty of one per cent on every cargo entering the Baltic. Other countries, including the Uni ted States, pay one and quarter per cent; even Danish ships are taxed to this rate In the year 1926 treaty recognizing this duty, was concluded between the United States and Den mark. This treaty, however, according to one of its stipulations may be dissolved by either ol the parties, provided they give one years notice of their intention.
 During the presidency of John Tyler our government determined to put forcible end to the imposition. Mir. U pshur, then secretary of State, fitted out fleet of merchantmen and VeSSelS Ol war, under C0mmOdaro Stewart, which he designed should force its way into the Baltic and thus at once rid the United States of the Sound duties Mir. Upshurs sudden death, however, by the explosion of cannon just as the fleet was ready to start, delayed the expedition and it was fnally abandoned. Other attempts were made to abolish this tax. While Denmark was at war with the Schles- wig Hols. tein Mir. Flenniken, the United States minis. ter, offered on the part of his government to pay Denmark $25O,OOO for ten years suspen. sion of the dues; his death prevented the pro- posal coming to head. Finally, on the 12th of April last, the United States notified the Danish government of their intention to cease paying the Sound duties, and the stipulation of the treaty will accordingly expire next spring. Should no amicable arrangement of the ques- ton be arrived at in the meanwhile, we may then expect to see our vessels passing the Sound under warlike convoy. A serious conflict will then most probably arise.
 The Danes are much alarmed upon this sub- ject, and fear the United States will seize up- on their West India possessions, the islands o St. Thomas and St. Croix. They are believed to be soliciting tLe good offices of the French government.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

academy of fine arts dying, the Emperor ap- pointed his widow to fill the vacancy
 As to their future course, she said that there should be in every State petitions circulated in favor of the investiture of woman with all the rights of citizenship, as man alone cannot pass laws suitable to the wants of females; they must also protest against unj just laws in respect to the sex, and should be willing to suffer and die rather than submit to such laws; they should also agitate for the election of females upon the various town school committees, where new acts of tyranny and oppression are often made manifest. In conclusion, she urged more general recognition and encouragement by females of those who were laborlng for the acknowledgment of their rights.
 Mrs. Dall answered the argument that the
 leaders of this movement fail in their home du- ties, by declaring that so far as she knew they were free from reproach in this respect being good house-keepers as we'll as good mothers. She quoted as noble examples in their cause, the president of the meeting, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Hunt, Mrs. Browning, Margaret Fuller, Harriet Hosmer, and Florence Nightingale She said that speech making was the lowest duty in their cause, as eloquent speakers were not so much needed as eloquent lives.
 In regard to conventions, she thought them rather masculine invention, perhaps in the commencement necessary to make their enter prise known to the public, but which might be said in the hands of the men to have changed the vo1 popuH into vo1 diaboh, instead of vor Dei. In conclusion, she urged them to be mo- dest and efficient in whatever station they plac- ed themselves. Even if they assumed to be sea captains, there was no reason why they should be drunken or profane.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

SETTING THE NIAGARA FALLS ON FIRE The MT. E. Meriman, who had supplied the New York public with thermometrical and me- teorol gical information, through the medium of the public press during the last summer, and whose descriptions of the cheated terns' and the like have formed a standing head in the newspapers, throughout the season, has broach- ed new and luminous idea. He ayers that there Is an immense volume of gas constantly arising from the chasm at which the waters of Niagara plunge, on leaving the lip of the great " Horseshoe" He is of the sage opinion that this exhalation, with proper apparatus, might easily be gnited, and that when it was on fire there would be exhibited a spectacle far sur passing in beauty the rising of the sun-illumin- ed spray He thinks that it would be far more brilliant than the flame which ascends from the deep ravnes of the saline springs on the Ka- nawha, which throw up column seventy feet in height To all which the incpdulous read CT or listener, wonder-strcken, inevitably ex claims" GAs''
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
Masonic.
11dSC IIIC. Masonic Hull, Little Rock, Oct. 10th,

<1iasonic HaN, Little Rock, Oct. 10th, 1855.
 At a called meeting of the ancient York Masons of the city of Little Rock, to pay the proper tribute of respect to the memory of our deceased brother ARHUR HAYS, the follow ing proceeding were had, viz:
 On motion, brothers Geo. A. Gallagher, w. w. Griffin, and John E. Reardon, were ap- pointed committee, to draft suitable resou- tions, expressive of the feelings of the brethern upon this sad occasion.
 Whereupon the committee reported the fol- lowing, which were unanimously adopted WHEREAS, it has pleased Almighty God to call from the scene of his earthly labors, our late brother ARTHUR HAYS, who during life was a true and worthy man and upright Mason; we as brothers of the mystic tie, hereby offer to his family, friend. and brother Masons our feeble tribute of respect to his memory; there fore be it
 Reso1ved, That by our lamented brothers un- timely death, his family have lost devoted husband and a fond faih 9r, society a useful and good member, Masonry an upright honest bro- ther and religion all humble and devoted fol- l lower.
 Reso7Ued, That we tender to the family of the deceased our earnest solicitude, and our sincere regret for their untmely loss; and although Si . words are but the mockery of woe, and ac- cents of consolation fall as it were on deadened ears, yet when time in its kindly flight shall have "dulled the edge of sorrow,' and they shal somowfully it is true, retrace his past lfe and his death, pride sad as it may be, must be awakened in our breasts at the recollection; for storled marble can convey no worther epitaph than his memory is entitled to-that he had 1 lived an honest, upright man and true chris tian, and died respected and regretted by his | fellow man.
 Reso1ced, That copy of these resolutions be presented to the widow of the deceased and that a copy of the same be furnished to the editors of the city papers, with a request that the same may be published.
 Resolvel That the fraternity wear the usual badge of mourning for the space of thirty days
 GEO. A. GALLAGHER, | w. w. GRIFFIN, Com. 1 .TN0 F. RFAPDON
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
w. w. GRIFFIN, JNO. E. REARDON
DieG-In this city, on Monday 10th inst

Died-In this city, on Monday, 10th inst, MAUDE, daughter of James B. and Mary c. Johnson, aged two years and 25 days.
 This beautiful little girl had reached the age when children are most interesting, and her loss is grevously felt by her fond parents and their whole family circle. Alas no more on earth will they hear little Maude's sweet pratt tie! The flower has been transpanted at the feet of Him, who hath said that of such is the kingdom of Heaven"
 "Oh! weep not for those whom the vail of the Tomb, In lite's happy morning, hath hid from our eyes, Ere sin threw blight oer the spirits young bloom, Or earth had rrofaned what. was born for the
 skies.n
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
Additional Foreign News.

New Fork, Oct 3.--In England true bill has been found against Strangher Hall & Co.,, bankers.
 The Queen has telegraphed to the Crimea congratulating the troops. So has Pelissier.
 The Czar has ordered day of thanksgiving by the garrison at Sebastopol for the bravery they displayed in defending that stronghold to the very last and declared he is convinced that all the troops of the empire are ready to follow their example, sacrificing every thing for the sake of protecting the religion, honor and inde- pendence of Russia. He excuses the recent failure at Sebastopo4 by saying there is line which is impossible even to heroes.
 A dispatch of Gortschakoff says: "We blew up great part of the fertilization of Southern Sebastopol. The enemy begin to appear in groups, not very numerous, adjoining the city. We have transferred north all the wounded who remained in Southern Sebastopol after the assault. The allies left in our hands as prisoners, 100 officers, 17 subalterns and no soldiers"
 A new regiment will be sent to the Crimea, and 5000 men will be concentrated at Pruth for the defensive.
 The works at Perekop are reinforced, large part of the artillery being formed at Warsaw, which are also destined for the Crimea.
 Paris dispatches of the 17th say Gortscha- koff is meditating another assault on Tcher- maya.
 The allies are strengthening their army in that quarter, and their cavalry are menacing movements in the interior.
 Further Russian endorsements reached the Crimea, but had not found the army on the north side. The garrison was then known not to be sufficiently supplied, and would surrender, or decisive movements in open field were anti cipated.
 Napoleon telegraphed to Pelissier as fol- lows:
 "Honor to you-honor to the brave. Ac- cept my sincere congratulation. Express to the English army my high admiration for their constant bravery and moral courage, as shown during this long and trying campaign"
 Pelissier telegraphs that the enemy have not destroyed the docks at the neighboring estab- lishments of Barrick, Fort Nicholas, or Fort Quarantine.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
This Stock Cannot be Surpassed Any Where.
STATE OF ARKANSAS.

VXTHEREAS, it has been made known to me that, w on the 18th day of July, 1854 in the county of Franklin, Calvin Davis murdered by certain James Degan, who has since fled from justice, and is now running at large.
 Therefore, I, ELIAS N CONWAY, Governor of the State of Arkansas, by virtue of the authority in me vested, do hereby offer reward of Two Hum dred Dollars, to any person who may aPprehend the said James Degan and deliver him the sheriff of said county of Franklin, in order that justice in this behalf may be had and executed.
 In testimony whereof, have hereunto set
 my hand and caused the seal of said State L. S.. to be affixed, at Little Rock, on the 18th
 day of October, A. D. 1855.
 ELIAS N. CONWAY. By the Governor:
 DAVID B. GREER, Secretary of State.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
Arrival of the Nautiius-Later from Mexic,

Arrival ofthe Nautiius-Later from Mexico.
 New Orleans, Oct. 3.-The Nautilus has ar- rived, bringing Brownsville dates to the 22d, and later news from Mexico
 Gen. Castro still in command. Matamoras ard some garrison oppose him, favor the plan of Vidauri City embroiled in contentious, re- volts and factions, while revolutionary forces are without The besiegers number from six to twelve hundred, demanding unconditional surrender of the city. Gen. Vidauri was march, ing upon Matamoras. San Louis Potosi cap tured by the insurgents. Tampica pronounced in favor of plan of Vidaur, and drove out Gen. Cassonora.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
Woman's Rights Convention at Boston.

The last gathering of the strong minded wo men and their less masculine male coadju- tors met at Boston on the 18th. We give two or three paragraphs from their proceed ings:
 ''The president, Mrs. Pauline w. Davis, on taking the chair, made lengthy address, in which she stated the advance of the cause, both in this country and in Europe, quoting instan- ces of the advent of females into the mercan- tile, legal and medical fields, and stating among 1 other things, that Mrs. Cazneau, from France | had taken the diplomatic field in St. Domingo l while at St. Petersburg tho president of the
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

the sun would be lost in the mild radiance and lfeeble power of the moon.
 | But, in truth, what ground is there for charg- ing such an allegiance? Can any one believe that Catholic American citizens entertain it? Every battle field of the revolution was illus trated by their valor-every field in the war | of 1912 was mixed with their blood-everv struggle of the Mexican war witnessed their l gallantry and devotion, and every office they have held (and what office have they not filled under the federal and State governments) they have discharged the duties of with credit to themselves, and usefulness to the country 1 forebear to name an instance among the living, but there is one holding tho highest iu. dlcial office in the world, who has long since enjoyed the respect and won the admiration of all. A religion which numbers amongst its fol. lowers such man, one would think incapable of doing harm to American freedom or of hay. ing concealed political allegiance, inconsist- ent with full and faithful discharge of every duty known to American institutions.
 With these facts before us-pouring out their blood in common with Protestants to maintain the honor of the nation-with their dust con- mngllng Tn the same grave and watered alike by the dews of Heaven-with an equally honest and patriotic performance of every duty-how can any one be found so bold as to declare that under the Constitution and laws they should be hereafter treated as aliens and enemies?
 Ever confding with absolute confidence in the sound sense, honesty, and justice of the American people, have no fear that such an opinion can long prevail nor do Iknow any more certain mode to arrest at once and forever such fanaticism, than the recurrence in every year to the teachings of the constitution, and the learn- ing of true wisdom and patriotism from the me- morials of the sagaoious, far seeing, and patriot ic men, to whom, under Providence, we are in debted for it.
 Truly, and with much regard,
 1 am your obedient servant,
 REVERDY JOHNSON. T0 the ax ncntNa com m ttne nf tha co
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

SNOW ON THE WHITE MoUNTAINs-The Portland Argus says that heavy snow squalls prevailed among the White Mountains on the 18th ult., and that the summits of Washing ton, Adams Jefferson, Madison, Moriah and Carter were completely capped with snow.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
MatchIcSS ScheM

1000 Prizes amounting to- s3O, 900 Only ten thousand numbers. Tickets S5-IIalves S2 50-Quarters S1 25
 One Prize to every Ten Tickets.
 SAML SWAN, Agent and Manager
 Atlanta, Ga. Hon. WM. R. Burr and A. B. FoRsYTHE, esq.,, Sworn Commissioners to superintend the drawing. Oct g. 1855
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

LUST received, 50 pairs Ladies' heeled walking Congress Boots; 60 pairs of Misses Morocco bootces 60 pairs of childgens shoes; 100 pairs of infants for sale at VIM. JONES'.
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The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

Philadelphia, Sept. H. 1855
 GENTLEMEN: The history of the United States from 87 to '55, is glowing picture of unprecedented popular progress in all the great aims and objects of social and political organi- zation. Nothing equal to it is to be found in he world's annals. Firm independence trus liberty, peaceful expansion, accommodating pow CT, (moral and material, ,)oyerho wing abundance, unlimited commerce. high reaching and wide spread enlightenment, and arenown undimmed by lnjustlc, are the prominent features of our national existence. Under the benificence of Heaven, to what cause must all this be ascrib- ed? NJ sane man hesitates to feel and ex- claim, What cause? Why, the constitution adopted by the American people for their union and government, on the 17th September, 1797 wisely maintained inviolate amid the con- vulsive rage for change every where else pre- vailing; that is the causc"
 Of a certainty, then, this act of adoption- this establishment of the primary and peerless platform of principles-merts the commemo- ration at which you have done me the honor to desire my presence In no public action do 1 more heartily join than in every effort ''to cu- tivate arevertal regard for the glorious prn- ciples cmbraced" in the constitution. The Hist of officers" you have transmitted too, in- Cluueo oo iildilS Hd!l5o suggestive Ol IOlIy lLlel- lect, generous love of country, and manly truth, that deeply regret my inability to seize the opportunity to meet them. A celebration of the same nature, however, on the same day, takes place i'll this city, and at that time I have already undertaken to assist.
 With many grateful acknowledgements, am, gentlemen, sincerely and respectfully, your friend and servant, c. Nj. DALLAS.
 J. J. STEWART esq.,. Secretary
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

LUST received another supply of IS cases, consist D ing of heavy Bents Brogans, Water proof Boots, Boys and ChildrenS' Boots and Shoes. Womens and Misses Brogans and Jenny Lind Boots, Slippers, Gumelastic over Shoes etc, etc.
 Oct 16 lSl5. VIM. GEORGE & BROTHER.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

HAVING turned over all the claims due the estate Il of E. Marcus, deceased, to w. Drake constable, all persons hereby notified to make settlement with him. MICHAEL CANNON, Ad1nr.,
 Oct lG ot Estate of E. Narc1s decensnd
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
LADIES, DRESS GOODS.

4 almost endless variety of Ladies' Dress Goods "A and Trimmings.
 Silks, Delanes, Cashmeres, and Merinos just open ed and for sale low at HENRY'S Oct. 16 1855
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
.z Greatest Discovery of the Age.-We in-

.7$ Greatest Discovery of the Age.-We in vite special attention to the advertisement headed as above on our third page. As the names attached to the certificates persons who are known to thou sands it is needless say than is said by them in favor of Prof. 0. J. WooD's CELEBRATED HAIR RESTORATIVE. Read for yourselves.
 interesting to those Suffering from Head.
 ache-A Certain Remedy Found in Dr.
 MI-ane's Celebrated Liver Fills.
 sy- Tlle following is q sample of certificates re- ceived daily from own citizens
 NEW YORK, August 1, 1852.
 This is to certify that have been subject at times to severe headache; sometimes the pain would be so severe could rest neither day nor night. Hearing of Dr. M'Lane's Celebrated Liver Pills, sent and got box of which took two pills on going to bed, for two nights. They relieved me en- tirely. Some time has now elapsed, and have had no more trouble from sick headache. M JOHNSTON, HIS Lewis street.
 P. S. The above valuable remedy, also Dr. M'- Lanes Celebrated Vermfuge, now be had at all respectable Drug Stores in the United States. s5y Purchasel will please be careful to ask for, and take none but Dr. M'Lane's Liver Pills. Ali others, in comparison. worthless. | For sale wholesale an retail in Little Rock, by Dr. J. J. McALMONT ,S co.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
NOW Is YOUR CHANGE! By authority of the State of Alabama. Southern Military Academy
 Lottery.
Unparalleled Scheme for Move

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 TTO be draacn Noe eth, 1855, 70 the caty of Mont u gonae,y, ecAeaa f7a-es anoasatiaq to rsy- S6O,- 900 Es will be distributed according to the follow ing lnimitable scheme If you draw tho lowest
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

TNHE subscriber is prepared to entertain travellers | on good terms at his place two miles north of Little Rock, on the Northern Military road, leading to Van Buren and Fort Smith,
 Oct Is. 1855 Gm# WILSON 4. PURDOM.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
ROYS, CLOTIiNG,

5 HAVE just opened the largest stock of Boys and ! Youths Clothing, ever offered in this market For sale very low for cash. J. A. HENRY.
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The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
FOR FALL AND WINTER,
SHOES AND ROOTS.

LUST opened fine lot of Blankets Satinets, Jeans, .J Flannels Lndseys, Marines, Apaccas, etc. Also large lot of heavy Kerseys and brown DOmestics.
 Oct. Is. 1855 WM GEORGE & BROTHER.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

Prize you get the cost of your ticket, eeibout dec drawing.
 Look tt it. One Prize to every ten Tickets! Ca pta Prize, S2O,000! SCHEME:
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
NEW GOODS.
ENTERTAINMENT.

n BENDER has just received large and well II. selected stock of scasonable Dry Goods, and invites inspection. Oct. IS. 1855.
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
FLANNELs. GINGuAMs.
TO BANK DEBTORS.

DLAIDS, Prints, and a small lot of very fine Blan E kets. For sale very low, by
 Oct. Is, 1855 J. A. HENRY
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16

'NHE undersigned have on hand some State Bonds, k for sale for cash on credit. on terms and in amounts to suit purchasers having fractional sums to pay either of the Banks of this State.
 WATKINS tG GALLAGHER. Little Rock, July 8, 1855 6m
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
.JtST OPENED.

A LARGE assortment of Gentlemens' Furnishing "A Goods. Also Over Coats. Talmas, Frock Dress Coats Pants, Vests, and under garments of every de- scrpton. Another exceedingly fine stool; of Hats of every variety and style. J. A. HENRY. Oct. l6 1855
The true Democrat., 1855-10-16
Shoes! ShOes!! Shoes

JUST RECEIVED, this day, a large assortment of D French Corsets. For sale at VIM. JONES'.
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