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Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
H E KY JACOBT.
Book-Binher, Stationer an,
 Blank.BOvk Mannfacturer

"'"A-Seiief, Book-Binher, Stationer and
 Blank-Bovk Manufacturer,
 LITTLE ROCK, ARK
 I'HE undersigned respectfully announces to his old friends and customers, and to the public gene lHy that he continues, on an enlarged scale and with all the latest improvements. and unremit,in1 personal attention, the business of
 Book-Binding
 and BLANK Book MANUFACTURING; in which. as . PIaeueai Mechanic doinghis own work he blish- ca himself, about eight years ago: and in which be truly thankful N-- '' '' To his old business of Book binding, etc., he has, now, added that of -
 Book Selling.
 For this purpose, he has supplied himself and will Keep constantly on hand, choice assortment of the pest works Tn History Science, Theology and gene Iai Literature; and give special attention to the i'm poltaht matter of an ample supply of the most ap- proven School Books suitable to the southern country pI1 1esoe Books, he will keepa full supply of PA | En- ana all other articles ot STATIONERY of the pesV uescflptlons as are usually kept in Book Stores mand. ' W .ss Blank Books manufactured to order.
 s-g hen any Book, or other article in his line may not be on hand when called for he will send for It, at once to order. N. $. As am practical mechanic. much ex- penenced and long established in my business: do ing most ot my work with my own hands, and when assistants are necessarily employed giving it my inn mediate personal sapervsion; am enabled not only to guaranty its fidelity but to sell at mechanics Drices 'ctthout ettid prftS. And, especially, as do busi- ness on the ctedP sstem both buying and selling) am further enabled, as l have done from the begin ming, unchanged even by the flush times" to sup- ply my customers with every article in my line in good Juth at the lo0eSt prces at which it is practi cable to live, carry on business and remain solvent in this community.
 On Markham street, two doors above S. H. TUCK ER Dec. S. 1857.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
recitation of negro character in calling capstan

preciation of negro character in calling capstan bars "guns."
 From the indications noted above, which are only sample from the thousands that come under our notice, we are satisfied that the peo- pie of the "free" States are getting sick of nig- gers, both practically and theoretically. We hope these changes in fanaticsm may continue until they are all reconcled to the providential fiat that there is no social or political nuisance so great as niggers when released from the wholesome control of their natural and legal masters
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
'---------------------- COMMERCIAL, SCHnOU

A y opportunity never before offered to the youn9 e9ance to obtain thorough and practical knowedae oI Double Entry Book k-Keeping in all it's brancbsss eni m praclng plain Double Entry Real Estate Sto"I, 0oooing Banking, Steamboat Book Keening H;s,n ry and Fluctuations of Foreign Sbppinq and G@no Rules ''''eio'ai Laws and
 NO specified number of lessons.
 Ponio ,mo'ough know ledge given or no charge
 Room above E. C. Shcutt's Saddle and Usr,os. Dn - ". T. AMOSS
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
Kansas Affairs.

Washington Nov 27-Gov Walker and the President had long interview on Kansas mat ters yesterday.
 They differ materially. Walkers opposition is not founded on the slavery clause attached to the constitution, but on the refusal of the con- veDtion to allow the people of Kansas to vote oga,nst as we'll as for the constitution. Walker regards the latter as violation of the consti- tuition of the United States, the Kansas and N ebraska bill, and the rights of self-government.
 The President says if the constitutional con- ventiou is authorized by Congress he is bound to sustain its action. Walker contends against such endorsement, and asserts the right of Con- gress to force any constitution upon the territory
 Walker never saw the constitution All the efforts of government to obtain copy have failed. It IS feared that its signers will be driven out of the territory, and the constitution be con- sdered spurious; that the State government will never be organized unless by the federal arms.
 Walker says he cannot acquiesce in the acts of the convention without violating his pledges, sacrificing his honest convictions and making himself infamous.
 If resistance is made to the establishment of State government the President will require a governor in the territory to put 1t down by force This Walker says he cannot and will not do; nor will he resign.
 Another interview is appointed. A rupture is considered inevitable.
 The cabinet has united in sustaining the &C., tion of the Kansas convention.
 The President had another long interview
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

0T The editor of the Indianapolis Journal says the devil has not resigned. and we presume it is true as it comes from one in the confidence of His Majesty. We didn't much credit the story that His Internal Excellency had abdca. ted; for he hangs to office like Know N othing. He has always been one that never lies and never rises. .--Louisvllle Democrat.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
COACH AND CARRIAGE TRIMMING.

4 P's Super 6-4 Damask, -h 1 do Drab GA Cloth
 do Pawn Drab Silk
 do Silk Trimmings, assorted do 5,4 Enameed Cloth. do GA do Figured Drilling, do A do do do do 50 in do Duck,
 do A Floor Oil Cloth, l do Ex 6-4@3-4 Oil Cloth, doz Grass Mats,
 2 do Hides Patent Leather ? do do Fnnmeed Leather l do Pad Skins, l h. Sadders Silk, Also large lot of Broad and Narrow Coach Lace, etc. etc. Cheap tor Cash. Dec B. '5I D RENDER
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
CARRYING CONCEALED WEApeNs.-The city

council of Washington, D. C., have passed an ordinance against carrying concealed weapons The Intelligencer says:
 There is no good man, old or young, but will reJolce at this enactment, which at once strikes away one of those rank features of savage life with which society has of late been marked.- Nine tenths of our young men, for year or two past, have gone about our city-metropolis as It Is of the worlds great Christian Republic armed With knife and revolver, as if they were uaversing the country of the ruthless Camanche or sneaking Apache. How incon- sistent this is with our national remtat;on and standing before the world. need only be stated to be understood
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
TO THE CITIZENS OF THE WEST.

Your attention is called to the advertisements of pr. Hoopers Female Cordial Dr. Easterly's Iodine and Sarsapara. Dr. Easterlys Fever and Ague Xiii Ter, and Dr. Carter's Cough Bniram lch have been placed in our columns by Dr Easterly, of St. Louis He is the sole proprietor of these popular articles They prepared to suit the diseases of the West and we think the public can rely upon them as being more efficient in curing the diseases incident to this climate than much of the trashy stuff manufactured in the East whiyh is flooding the country The Doe tor has had experience, and knows how to prepare medicines that will cure. We advise the afflicted to read the advertisements and give them a trial
 They are sold by
 Dec. l. 1857 I'm J. J. McAIMONT
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
There are Tears for You to Shed.


 There are tears for you to shed, You that are so proud and gay There's a path for you to tread, From that path you cannot stray. There are tears for you to shed, You with wisdom's wealthy lore There's path for you to tread Where earth's wisdom trod of yore. There are tears for you to shed, You that comfortless may roam- There's path for you to tread, And that path will lead you home. There are tears for you to shed, You proud tyrant on your throne There's path for you to tread When your tyranny has flown. There are tears for you to shed, You that take your neighbor's life There's path for you to tread. And that path with tears is rife. There are tears for you to shed, You that would oppress the poor There's path for you to tread, Then you can't oppress them more. There are tears for you to shed, As portion of our doom There's path for all to tread, And that path is to the tomb. Little Rock, 1857. WILLIE.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
Holloway's Ointment and P;IIs

The inralibility of these Medicines in the treat ment of scurvy. and all diseases of the skin and glands and the wonderful effect of the Pills in the stomach complaints and diarrhoea render them indis pensabe to all travellers by sea or land. Sold at the nanutactories, No. so Maiden Lane, New York. and No A strand, London; and by all druggists at 25c, 6215c. and Sl per pot or box %
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

khe most attrocous cases which has ever been rnewn in our city, and it is to be regretted that Ike penalty, fine of $500, is so slight The p.xt Legislature should make body snatching
 nepitentiary offense.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
). BENDER.

Il. HAYES. & l. nnRsEv HAYES x DORSEY. Real Estate and Land Agents, Lake Village Chicot county, Arkansas give personal and prompt attention in selling buy ing and selecting lands in Chcot and adjoining coun- ti's. ei' her upon commissions or with an interest (which land, are auvial and unsurpassed in the growth of cotton;) will also investigate titles and make out abstracts of the samc pay taxes for non- residents, collect debts. etc. etc.
 HENRY HAYES, Attorney at Law Dee S. '5T if
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
The Secretary of War to Gen. Q,otman.
 WAR DEPARTMENT

Washington, Mar, 2, 1849 a SIR: l have received your letter of the 10th of January in reply to one from me of the 24th of December. Your reply has been laid before the' President. He has duly considered the req sons which you have offered as an excuse for not responding to the inquiries submitted to you by his direction in my former letter. He Considers it important that he should have full and accurate information on the matters pre- sented to you in my letter. and, in his view of the subject, he feels it to be his duty to again Invite your attention to these inquiries and to Ask full disclosure of what you may know in regard to them. The character of the replies Received from Major Generals Scott and Pillow sto letters similar to one addressed to you, rem ders 1t, Tn his opinion, the more important that he should be made acquainted with what is within your knowledge relative to the matters alluded to in my former communication. q The President appreciates the embarrassment which has induced hesitation on your part to comply with the request which he directed me to make, yet he does not doubt that you will, on further reflection, view the matter as he adoes, and regard 1t your duty to the govern ment to make a full statement of what you may know of the transactions embraced in the Enquiries contained in my letter of the 24th December. The official acts of officers in the public service should not, as he conceives. be Ewithheld from the Executive branch of the government.
 G w. L. MARCY, Secretary of War s Mai. Gen. J. A. QUITMAN. II.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
COACH CARRIAGE HARDWARE.

2 PAIR Patent Steel Springs. 10 setts best Pantrnt Tiff Axles. OLM-1F x s setts Buggy and Carriage Pipe sff@-2ET5y- fT} Boxes. AZ-A2- 500 Carriage Bolts,
 30o Fire Bolts.
 143 lbs. Mallahle Iron,
 l2 setts Brass and Silver Plated Bands,
 do Plated Pole, Crab and Hook.
 Cheap for Cash, by D. BENDER. Dee. N lhI.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

0u The new wharf. boat at Napoleon, Ark, is POO feet long and 50 feet vile. It was built at Ravenswood, Va, 1,2OO miles distant, from which place it was six weeks en route.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
STEAMBOAT REGISTER.

Or The extensive and we'll earned reputa. tion of Dr. M'Lanes Celebrated Vermifuge and Liver Pills, manufactured by Fleming Bros., Pittsburgh, Pa., has not failed to attract the GU. pidity of adventurers who to fill their purses have attempted their imitation and are very in- dustrlous in vending their spurious articles.- The public will please remember the Genuine Articles are enveloped in handsome steel en- graved wrapper and signed Fleming Bros.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

6T The proprietor of the Nashville, Tenn. paper mill announces that he has reduced the price of printing parer from 5 to 10 per cent, and that hereafter he will pay only cents per pound for rags.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

0T The "hard times' are particularly " hard on the horse market At New York, horses which usually bring $l0O to $l50 each, now go at $20 to $50.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
Married-.On

Married-On the lst inst, at the residence of the brides father, by Rev. C. L. JeifrieS MT. ELLIOT lvEs to Miss MARY ELLEN, daughter of $. Il. Tucker, Esq.-alI of this city,
 On 26th Nov 1857 near West Point, Chat beautiful little town, on Little Red river, at the head of low water navigation,) White county. Arkansas, by Rev. J. M. OHphnt, Mr. JOHN T. BRADSHAW, to Mrs. FRANCES P. GALE, all of White county, Ark.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

.,s. MY FARM containing open land of .s,. TSs 1'A about 12h acres. or miles below eyEes - Little Rock. on the South side of the Ar Ss kansas river. For terms, apply to Jno NJ. Harrell Little Rock or to me- on the premises.
 ELLEN C. FARRELL
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
FURNlTURE--PARLOR AND COMMON.

R ECEIVED large supply of Puror, -z,.s..,5 " and general assortment of Furniture, Center and Card Tables Fancy Work E.:ssssnaNs Stands, Tables, St. Louis Bejsteads Lounges Cribs. Irunnei Beds, Sofas Dressing and Common Bureaus. Chairs Mahogany, Walnut and Cherry Teat n 'reats' and Sofas, Mahogany best quality, Hat Racks, Wash Stands. Cheap for Cash.
 Dee. S. '51 n RFNDFP
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

FLORIDA RAILRoAD.-This road is now open and daily trans running to the Alachua station, SlXty-two miles from Fernandna
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

Q3~ A convention of the school teache rs of the State o: Kentucky has been called at Louis vile, on the 2Sth proximo.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
0t The following on puffiing," so forcibly " hits the nail on the head" that we most hear tily adopt it:
TOl uf'o 1S''uoI Pfto0' Newspaper Puffing."

Newspaper Putting.
 PINE BLUFF, Dec. 1st., 1857.
 w. WILLIAMS, esqr.-Sir: The fulsome adu- lation bestowed on men, merchandise, and movements of political nature, has generated in the minds of the people complete want of confidence in the journals of Arkansas. If a vender of water melons or cotton baskets ad- vertse, forthwith one is styled prncely agri- culturist and the other machinist worthy to rank with an Arkwright or a Fulton; whilst a politicians patronage entities the amaable patron to position amongst tbe God given geniuses" of the world. The arrival of some little off cal who may have influence is trumpeted in flaming capitals as one amongst the "distn. guished visitors in our city,. and tenth rate politician whose opinions may be in accordance with the putting journal is represented as one who is we'll qualified to fill the guburnatorial chair; but the presentation of a bottle of brandy, or a bunch of cigars, is the legitimate value for half column of puffery.
 Such inordinate praise is well calculated to vitiate public taste if pcrsevered in--(provided the reader believes one word of the puff while it is of no possible benefit to the recipient of such fayors, but on the contrary wound a sens tive mind more effectually than the best direct ed sarcasm possibly could. Unmerited praise nauseates, whilst an uncaled for attack recoils on him who bestowS it.
 Yours respectfully, K.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
Nov. 2S. '57 kAPLFY. HANGER tS co
ARKANSAS BOTTOM LAND
 FOR = yE

ESOR Sale 3200 acres of Land in the bot A tom of the Arkansas River about 20 miles csse- below ' an Buren Of which four whole sections 70 ne m one body. This land was selected as Seminary land many years ago, md s of the finest Quatv wholly aboVeovertlow and not excelled by any lands on the river The whole will be sold together or one halt by itself Title direct from the State and un- questionable.
 For terms, apply to Dr. Richard Thurston, Van Buren, Arkansas, or Albert Pike, New Orleans
 Dec. l, 1857 S-tf
 Aprpal Mrn,pbis vii ,InoSo .,,,. c ,--.a1..
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08

SHORT CREDITs.-Tom says when they won't trust a fellow for his drink long enough Tor hlm to swallow it. he thinks credit lestls too short.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS MALE
 AC EMY.

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS MALE
 AGA EMY. 'INHlS school Is in successful operation, and | under the entire charge of the undersigned. a classical teacher of fifteen years successful expei ence Students can here receive thorough English and Classical education, preparatory of entering advanced classes in college or for business
 TERMS PER SESSION OF 20 WEEKS.
 ONE HALF IN ADvANEE. Primary studies .....................s sl0 % Common English studies ........... .... l5 co Mathematics and High English. ............. 25 co Latin and Greek, with the above (extra) ).... 10 % Board at the Stewards hall or in families in the vicinity at reasonable ratrs.
 Students admitted at any time, and charged from date of entrance to close of session.
 For information. address the Principal ut White sulphur Springs Jefferson county Arkn
 Dee. s, lS5T. 1t NJ. CURRIE. Princiaal
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
HARDWARE, PLANES. ETC.

JUST Received large supply J of Door Locks, Til Locks. IESn Axes, Ames Cast Steel l.. H. fF-r4z4eS-a-sT----f >hovels Spades do.; Hand Saws GIL---A--El A-4-41V Planes, etc, etc.
 Dee. S '57. n RENDEp
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
ENCOURAGE HOME MANUFACTURE.

THERE is at the Little Rock f>N-a==, | Foundry over five hundred >1N FLOWS, of different patterns, ssza-Ekszsssssxsa winch must be sold this winter and sprng; if the far mers consult their own interest, they will examine this stock before they purchase cseW hc1e ao am de- termlned any man wishing FLOW can be suited to both quality and price. Those who wish d cheap Flow or first rate Steel Flow can be supplied and satisfied. or the money returned
 oo Steel mould Board Flows, wrought they are all stocked and ground, warranted steel.
 Share. :, 20 cast mould Board Flows, unground, wrought Share.
 loo of the Every Flows all cast, with extra points. > 100 of the celebrated Mississippi Diamond Wing Flows. all wrought.
 90 Steel shovel Flows, with or without stocks
 p Steel Half Shovel Flows, with or without stccks
 p Steel Diamond Flows
 50 Wrought iron Shovel Flows"
 15 Bull Tnng Flows and Coulters of every kind: all kinds of Flows or implements of any kind made to order on short notice. All kinds of Machinery made or repaired; castings of any kind done in Brass or Iron, all warranted.
 Dec. l, 57. R. ERODE.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
The Secret History of the Mexican War
GENERAL QUITMAN ON THE srAND-THE
 couNcII. oF PUEBLA.


 I have just read in the New Orleans Delta the reply of General Pillow to the letter of faeneraI Scott. written in answer to some charges acainst him contained in General Pillows re- sent address to the people of Tennessee.
 Tn the personal controversies between these epntlemen, as well as that between Generals Pillow and Hitchcock, desire to take no part. Although my statement in relation to the Pu- ebla meeting has, upon several occasions, been d led for, have abstaned from appearing be- lbre the public heretofore; and would not do so low but that General Pillow, in his late reply ip General Scott's letter, has thought proper to introduce a mere abstract from the statement submtted by me to the War Department in IBIS on the call of President Polk. take no Exception to the course adopted by General Pillow in this particular. He had a right tu pubIish part or the whole of my evidence; but, since 1 have been brought upon the wit ness stand 1 deem it due to myself that the Whole correspondence between myself and the War Department, on this subject, should be Published.
 A T he reader will perceive that this correspond once refers alone to the proceedings of the meet ing of officers at Puebla In this communica- ton do not feel callai on to go beyond the matters therein referred to, except to say that. Subsequently to the meeting, General Pillow in- formed General Shields and myself that he had changed his opinion in relation to the subject snbmitted to the meeting, and now was oppo- sed to the measure. As to any understandings or stipulations, outside of the proposition pre-. Bented by General Scott to the council or meet ing, l never heard of them while remained n the army. J. A. QUITMAN. 4 HsMONMoUTH, Oct 25. 1857.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
New stock Roots and Shoes

25O PaEs PA Ns4 bs@ Izo E3 F"o Fa@sls RRPsgan lz0 :" mems " Calf Brogans; F ' '' Metallic Over Shoes; 24 " '' fine calf W P. Boots; 24 " :" = r. Boots; 2S '' extra heavy <
 24 " '' U. B. Kip '' A < :" youths calf Boots, l2o womens calf Boots, 12o Kip ''
 24 < Ladies Laced calf Boots; 2i |" Misses With variety of chdrens and youths shoes, re- cei ed and for sale by
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
M'Lane's Vermifuge- Fleming Bros. Sole
 infn

iSs- No remedy invented has been 80 success full as the great worm medicine of Dr. M'Lane, pre- pared by Fleming Bros of Pittsburgh. All who
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
AUCTION.
X CARD.

OWING to the many labor@ devolvinc upon them.
 I the Principals of the Young Ladies Institute have appointed MT. J. F. James, as Cerk of their estahl hl~hment, authorizing him to do all their out door business, and to settle al accounts for the school He is therefore empowered give receipts in their name for all moneys paid to him for their appOupt D,.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
FLOUR.

JUST received per S. H. Tucker 75 Sacks of Pen J nywit's Flour, by THOS. BARRETT.
 Dec. l. 1857
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
Later.

The cabinet has united in sustaining the ac- tion of the Kansas convention.
 The President had another long interview with Walker to-day
Arkansas true Democrat., 1857-12-08
General Qu'tman to the Secretary of War.
 WASHINGTON CITY.

January 10 1848
 SIR: l have the honor to acknowledge the re- celpt of your communication of the 24th ult.. Inviting my attention to an article from the Baltimore sun enclosed, purporting to give an account of the proceedings of a council of war held at General Scotts headquarters in Puebla. Mexico, in July last. In your note you ad wise nc that the President directs that if anything has taken place which could afford even a col orable pretext for putting forth the statements Alluded to- or if any such proposition as is there in mentioned has been offered or entertained, etc, that should communicate to the Depart ment of War all that l know, and all that can ascertain in relation to the whole matter a Were l alone personally concerned. I should not have moments hesitation in making known Whatever may have come within my knowl- edge connected at any time with the public ser vice; but 1t seems to me, without wishing to be Understood as admitting or denying the state- nents of the anonymous writer of the article alluded to, that your letter involves very deli cate question, in regard to my duty as a subor- dinate officer. It is this: whether I can with proprety divuge matters which occurred in a council of war, of which I was member, or Expose the opinions of officers, communicated at such meeting under the implied obligation of secrecy, which attaches to their deliberations on such occasions
 l am at present inclined to think that this ob Igation remains unimpaired, upon the subord- nate officer, until he is relieved from it by the consent of the party or parties concerned, or until he is required by legal process to testify in relation to the matter
 Entertaining these opinions, feel it my duty most respectfully to decline answering the ques- tion propounded in your letter; and I relust that my objections may be laid before the Presi- dent for his consideration. Should he, after Considering them, still insist upon full answer, ask leave to be permitted again to deliberate upon the matter, before making up final con- clusion upon the subject.
 J A. QUITMAN, Maj. Gon. U S. A. Hon. w. L. MARCY, Secretary of War;