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The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
From Washington.

Washington, D. C., March 17, 1857. The Senate adjourned on Saturday confirm ing, before doing so, among others, the follow ing nominations for offices:
 Alexander H. McKissick, to be Indian agent for the Wichetas and neghboring tribes west of the Choctaws and Chickcsaws.
 Samuel H. Montgomery, to be an army storekeeper.
 As far as I can see, the only changes at pre- sent likely to be made in Arkansas, will be the superintendent of Indian affairs, and marshal of the western district. As stated before the former will be given to Major Rector and the latter to Col. Jacoway. At Fayetteville Jos Dickson will be appointed receiver, and Leroy Cunningham register At Washington Henry ?. Johnson will succeed Dr. Jett.
 Mathew Leeper's old friends in Arkansas will no doubt be glad to learn that he has been ap- pointed agent to the Camanche Indians. A good appointment and conferred upon an ex- cellent and most deserving man.
 Gen. George w. Clarke is here as large as life," and enjoying excellent health. Although the General has passed through the wars in Kansas and has had his hands full there Tn fighting the free soiers, he looks well, has not been cowed by them, and is ready when occa- sion may again require " to pitch in." He was removed from the Pottawatome agency, on account of writing letter calling for southern help and his complicity in the Kansas troubles, cenerallv. but it is believed he will get better place.
 The following post routes were established in Arkansas by the late Congress:
 From Wadron, Scott county, via John Jones to John N. Slosson's on the Porteau in Sebastian county.
 From Perryvle via Thomas Holmes Mills, Esquire Tyler's Crawford's, on South Fourche le Fave Creek, to Bluton post office in Yell county, and Cedar Creek post office in Scott county.
 From Des Arc, Prairie county, via Cotton Plant to Oakland in St. Francis county.
 From Huntsville in Madison county via Berryville in Carroll county to the mouth of James Fork of White river, Missouri.
 From Columbus in Hampstead county via Mlwood and Richland to Rocky Comfort.
 From Jacksonport on White liver via Pow haitian in Lawrence county to Pacahontas in Randolph county.
 From Helena in Phillips county via St. Francis and Ponsett counties to Gainesville in Green county.
 From Calhoun in Columbia county to Frank vile in Claiborne Parish, La.
 From Little Rock via Perryvile, Danvilie, Boonville and Greenwood on the south side of ] Arkansas river to Fort Smith.
 From Brownsville to Taylors Bluff on | White river.
 1 From Camden via Magnolia to Lewisville.
 From Little Rock through Hot Spring coun. ty to Stinnett's Mill near the line of Pike and Clark thence by iilrs Mill in Polk county, thence by the residence of R. $. Park, thence | through the northeast corner of Sever county, till it intersects the Fort Towson road, thence through the Choctaw nation to Wrghts Ferry on Red river, thence to Paris in Lamar county Texas.
 Hon. A. Rust left for home a week ago. Judge Greenwood leaves to-day, and Senators Johnson and Sebastian in few days
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

AN APRIL SNow.-Incredible as it may ap- pear, for several days past We have had ex- tremely cold weather and, to quote the language of Mrs. Burlington or some other grave matron, " first it bles0 and then it sne,0 and then it flz" Cold, wintry winds, snow and ice in "gente, teardroppng April"-what strange proceed ings for the season. Who can estimate the damage done! The fruit famine is inevitable The wheat has certainly been materially injur- ed, though we are informed that by moving off the top where much damage has resulted, t will grow out again. As to the corn it will regain its growth-if spring ever comes. Ve- getableS are defunct
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

WESTERN MUsIC-A Western chap F to New York to purchase goods, etc, aud invited to one of those fashionable parre common in large cities He was clean Western original, but said very little uar saw that the party was not to close withO-i attempt to corner him. At length beTI laughing girls, by the merest accident ' world, fonnd themselves grouped aboui Western green one, in most animated disc l upon music and city playing. When ala had progressed just far enough, one o damSels, with her head more adorned wisI than within, and in that peculiar paror al which, fortunately, no type can represerl coSted the observed with:
 Do the ladies play music at the WI fir?"
 Original saw the game anl resolvei win.
 70, very universally, Miss" was the i reply.
 Indeed, l was not aware of that; ' do they use the piano mostly?"
 " Never, Miss; the instrument that wei out our way Is the Stoinette, an the gri play it."
 70, dear! I am sure, positively, t5N never heard of that before; do tell wha' and how they play it.'
 Well, the instrument is a small pig { each takes one of these under her arm ! che'os tue end cf its long tail, and that bria9 | music!'
 The preconcerted "come" made no fufI progress; and for the balance of the eeeo Western "green" was the lion of the shos
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

0J The following paragraph touching the death of our late distinguished fellow-citizen, Eoenezer Cummins, we clip from the Louis vile Journal:
 We are pained to learn of the death of Ebene- ger Cummns. esq, formerly of Jefferson county. Ky, late Of Arkansas. He was shining orna. ment of the legal profession, to which he had fund of lore and untiring industry. In SO. ciety he was greatly valued, wherever he was known, as a true friend and a gentleman, exer- elslng the most charming social virtues. His death will be deeply lamented by all who knew him in the pride of his usefulness, and the le- gal profession has in him lost one of its bright. est lights.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

MR. EDIToR-I wish to say something through your widely read columns, in bohaIl of that purely Arlansian little steamer, the Rock City, which has entered upon her regular trips as a coaster on our river. And all the praise 1 would bastow, of which shall say no more than think is sincerely just. I speak "by the card" having recently testeE the con- fort of her accommodations as a passenger boat of the class adapted to our uavisation the gentlemanly ufbauity of her trustworthy off cers, their great care and wdtchfulness, and never Tagging spirit of accommodation. Her commander and part owner, Capt E. WATERS. of long experience in lis husiness, and particu- larly in the navigation of the Arkansas river being like the timbers of his boat, product of its shores, and first launched on it's waters. is in his proper element; and her accommodating clerk, Aleck Hays, is too well knowa on the river to need word in his behalf. We think 1t no unworthy consideration. that where a choice can be exercised, i. should be made in favor of our own boats and our own citizens 'o "' our OWL business, who Will spend thclr earnings upon home improvements, rather than to pay over thousands towards New Albany enterprises, to Cincinnati boatrnen and builders
 rom whom we receive nothing in return unless it may be now and then a joke upon our cus- toms, little abuse of our institutions and some contempt for our dependence upon them for what no one can do for us aS well as Ua oor Jo for ourselves F
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
ARKANSAS.
U. $. S8nQte. March If. 1857.


 R. Il. JoHNsoN-Enclosed you will find the letter of the second assistant post master gene ra, which removes, in part, the grievances to which our postal facilities have been subjected so long. l am rejoced at this evidence of the liberal spirit, which is in future to animate the department, in the administration of our postal affairs. The improvement herein indicated, was promptly ordered as soon as the subject Was brought to the attention O. the new post master general Very truly yours,
 W. K SEBASTIAN.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

WHO HAS THE SNUFF Box?-A gold snuff box was left to the city of New York by Ge- neral Jackson to be bestowed upon the most valiant defender of his country's rights, and it was long subject of much debate as to who was entitled to it, previous to the old hero's death Since then great many men have va
 antly defended their country's rights, but no one of them would ever claim to be entitled to the interesting relic The "vexed ques. tion," however is at last settled by somebody, n his own favor for while the subject has been under discussion the box appears to have been clandestinely transferred to unknown hands and cannot be found. So the question is not now, "who is entitled to the snuff box," but, "who has it?''
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
Leyees on the Arkansas and Mississippi
 Rivers.

The impression has probably been made that the levees along the Mississippi and Arkansas ri, CTS, in the Helena and Pine Bluff districts, respectively, were seriously injured by abrasure and caving during the late high water, and that consequently the lands behind and adjacent to the evees. supposed to be injured, have been left in an exposed and damaged condltion.- This impression may have been strengthened by the very natural supposition that such da- images would follow, from the unfinished con- tliton of portions of the levees, and from the known fact that the water was higher than 1t has been for a number of years. We take oc- casion to correct the impression, as we learn from MT. Cav, State Engineer, who speaks from observation, that no serious injury has been done to the levees by the late high water, and that none of the lands hitherto protected by the same are now exposed to the common floods
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
searcy County Cicr.,7s Office s.urat.


 By a letter from the clerk we learn that an ncendiary set fire to the clerks office of Searcv county, Arkansas, on the night of the 23d of March, 1857, and that every thing belonging to the office was consumed by the fire This is certainly great loss to the people of the county, and we hope that the incendiary may be detected and brought to justicei and suffer the penalty prescribed by law for such crime. The records of the circuit court, county court probate court and of deeds, mortgages and wills, besides many other records and papers, often of great value to the people, are kept for each county in its clerks office. To preserve them 1t would be we'll to have them deposited in fire pro?f baalding which each county should, for the security of the interests of it's citizens, cause to be erected for clerks office. We hope the time is not very distant when each county in this State will act upon the policy of providing well for the security of it's public records.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

THE JUDIcIARY-W give below the names of the several Judges of the Supreme Court of the United States, and also the States in which they reside. The recent very important decision ot this court in the "DRED ScoTT,, case makes thiS matter ot some interest to the public
 In the decision rendered iu the casa abovo referred to, seven of the nine Judges concurred Justice MCLEAN and one other dissentiny = It will be seen that four of the Judges reside In Tree States and five in the slave States.
 These Judges are appointed by the President and hold the office during good behavior. They are as follows:
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
Epitaph on a Gambler.

BY JOHN CARTER. Our friend, that through liie's veal and T Made it point to deal Fair and upright with high and 0w, And ne'er was known to steal, Lies here-cut off from friend and foe, And OCT his head the rushes grow. lie passed from life's eventful board With honors on his head, And here he slumbers like lord, Amongst the silent dead He's naa1e c march to heaven, I'll bet Which counts him om-of pain and dsG OakUool, Ark.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

Southern Trade and Abolition Merchants,
 We are pleased to find in that able and n- dependent advocate of southern rights, the New York Day Book, very excellent article cau- tonng the southern people against the unpa- trotic and dangerous policy of giving their patronage to the abolition merchants of the north. This article contains information that should be known to every merchant through out the southern country, and especially to those who purchase their annual stocks of merchan. disc in the city of New York. For the benefit of the latter class of gentlemen in this State we publish the entire article mentioned, in to- days paper. The mercantile influence upon the institutions of the south is calculated to sustain in a great measure their safety and perpetuity, and if that influence will exert itself in behalf of southern interests, much can un- doubtedly be accomplished towards crushing out that fauatical spirit which has so long dis. turbed the tranquility and threatened the exis. tence of the Union. The most effectual mode of defeating fanatcism is to teach its subjects lesson by which they will learn 10 heed their own affairs from the necessity of doing so.- The late important decision of the highest tr- bunal known to our land has sent terror and dismay to the black heart of the abolitionist, and the fendish clamor of that ilk is now suc- ceeded by the most doleful lamentations or. the more pitiable complaints of weak denunca. tion. Whilst truth. justice and democracy are judicially vindicated the opposition stands re- buked, abashed, ashamed. Happy result Having emerged from a storm " hich has pro. duced tlom its very nature cousummation most devoutly wished for by all good and con. servative men, let Us secure the benefits of the triumph by discriminatory fostering the in- terests of those who corporate with us in sen- tlment to the utter exclusion from our conner clal intercourse of all those who are inimical to our dearest rights Let the southern mer- chant be certain that he does not contribute his patronage to northern abolitionists, lest una wares, he may give "ad and comfort" to his worst enemies. The abolition sentiment of the north will no doubt continue to "drag its slow length along," but it behooves all good and patriotic men to assist in circumscribing 1t with in harmless compass.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

A NICARAGUAN RUMoR--It is reported to us, from Washington, that the government has received lengthy despatches from Nicaragua, which will lead to an early recognition of the minister and government of Walker, and the speedy establishment of the Nicaraguan route. The exact purport of these despatches has not transpred, but it is understood that President Buchanan holds the opinion that it IS the duty of this government to maintain open the communication by the San Juan route to the Pacific. The aid which the British have furnished the Costa Ricals in closing the Nica- raguan route, is contrary to their treaty engage ments with this country, and MT. Buchanan won't stand it.--N l. Sun.
 Itis not only the duty, but it IS likewise the unquestionable right of our government to enjoy the route of communication mentioned; 1; and Great Britain has no more justification for her interference in aiding to close that commu- nication than she has to obstruct the intercourse between any other two points in this Union.- We trust and believe that Mr. Buchanan will adopt and maintain the policy indicated in the above extract.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

0J- Gov GEARY denies that he has ever charged MT. PIERcE's administration with re- fusal or neglect to afford him proper support The statements to the contrary are unwarrant ed-lndeed, they are inconsistent with Gov GEARY's letter of resignation in which he &C., knowledges his obligations to Gen. Persifer F. Smith, commander of the Western Division. for his invaluable assistance Gov. G.'s fare well address to the people of Kansas is present. e1 in this issue, and the reader will search it in vain for any reflection, whatever, on the late administration. The address will well repay perusal
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
Arkansas Appointments.

Maj Elias Rector to be Superintendent of Indian Affairs.
 Col B. J. Jacoway U. s. Marshal for the Western District of Arkansas
 Henry P. Johnson Register of the Land or hoe at Washington.
 J.C Tappan re- appointed Receiver at Helena. w. w. Lewis re-apponted Register at Bates
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
W. K. SEBASTIAN.

GOVERNOR OF KANsAs.-Hon. Robert J. Walker IS the successor of Gov. Geary in the Govenorship Of Kansas The administration has selected an able, energetic, firm and deter mined man for that important post. Gov walker Will, we think, restore more peace to the territory and command the entire conf- dence of its people.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
The Blind Girl.

They tell me spring is coming
 With her wealth of buds and Howe But l hear no wild bees humming Amid her leafy bowers. Until the birds are winging,
 With music from each tree. Till the insect tribes are singing,
 Spring is not spring to me. They tell me spring is waking
 All nature from her sleep; The streams their ice chains breaking Once more to sunshine leap. The mountain brook rejoices,
 With music o'er the lea, must hear earth's many voices,
 Or 'tis not spring to me.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

/ CoRREcTIoN-We feel much pleasure in stating that the loss of Mrs. Brogan in the sinking of the steamboat White Bluff, was not one housand dollars, as has been stated, but only about tooo hundred dollars. Her princp pal stock of millinery and other goods was not on the boat that sunk. She expects them here very
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
S3nS of Temneranco,

At regular meeting ot Little Rock Divi- sloh No' loo 5. of T., on Friday April 8, 1857, the following members were installed as officers for the present quarter:
 J.D FITZGERALD, W.P. H.E.HEzEKIAH, W. A. E. P GAINES, R. s. J. B. MAYO. AIRS WM A. COUNTS, F. s. R. s. YERkEs, T. JAMES WARD, c. DAs'L BARRETT. A c. THos. BRADBURY, I. S. VIM. BRYANT, o. s.
 C. L. ,IEFrRIEs CHAPLAIN
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

|. o. 0. F.-FAR WEST LODGE No. l.-Stated meetings every Saturday evening, at the Hall in Sd Story of the city Hotel. Lodge opens at o'clock, M S. F. FIELD, N. C.
 NJ. DoTTER, Fee Grand.
 RICHARD BRAGG, See'y. W. WooLFoED, Tjeas.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
United States Sennte, }
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DEAR JoHNsoN-As a matter of some small interest to the State, l can inform you that the amount disbursed by the State, in payment of the Benton county militia in suppressng Chero- kee disturbances has passed. did not sue ceed in procuring recognition of the claim at the last session for want of evidence that the governor had ordered the call of the militia. That difficulty having been. obviated, the law has passed and the money will be reimbursed to our State Very truly
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

on the merchants of New York for its support. If it was, the publication of the above facts would ruin it. As it is, it will njure it some- what, as all abolitiondom in disguise, will be reused to put it down, and all conservatism " will denounce and condemn it. Butno matter. We write and print for one hundred thousand country readers and to them we mean to do justice regardless of New York opinion.-N. l. Dnu BOOk.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

SPALDING X ROGERS SHows.-Tbis ponu lar combination ot amusing entertainments will perform in this city on the 27th, 18th, 29tb and 3Oth of the present month. From all accounts we fear the sides of our good people, who will of course attend the performances. will he greatly endangered It is said to be the best band extant. See advertisement.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

TaE FIRE AT JACKSoNPoRT. For the par. ticulars of the recent disastrous conhagration at Jacksonport we refer our readers to an ex- tract from the Union published at that place. The town is said to be literally destroyed as well as the hopes and fortunes of its most es. timable citizens. Bat we learn that our un- fortunate neighbors are determined to rstr;ovo their losses by commencing business again, without yielding to the gloomy desolation which this disastrous occurrence has cast ovsr the fortunes of their town.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

HAPPY FELLow.-McCarty of the Bards- town Gazette, in reply to Mary Jane Muggins, of Lawrenceburg, who sgnifel her willingness to accept his proposal of "spIicing," bids an affecting adieu, prior to the event. He says:
 Like the boy in the fable, we havp't another word to say. We come out-we climb down we give down-we cave in-we squat! Only give us brief respte-time to make our will and fx our things then we are ready for our doom Goodbye everybody! Muggins has got us!
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

TELL IT TO THE MARINEs.-The Austin Crexas) Gazette, speaking upon authority of the Clarksville Standard, says that during the late high waters |" Little Rock in Arkansas was overfowed." The story won't do; indeed we doubt whether Little Rock has ever been over- flowed since the " rise" of Noah's day.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

A TICKET FOR 186O-The Pine Bluff De- mocrat hoists the names of STEPHEN A. DoUG- LAS for President and HENRY A. WISE for Vice President, in the next campaign. There is to be battle fought in 1860 between the demo- cratic party and some other political organiza- ton, at present unknown. Whatever the op- position may be, however furious and formida- ole, there is, perhaps no two leaders in the de- mocratic ranks more fitto naeetand suJ{ue it than STEPHEN A. DOUGLAS ana HENRY A. WIsE.- We are somewhat partial to this ticket-t is no conjunction of unequal names, yet, for reasons which we have not time to give, we could not make t our first choice
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07
New Treaty With Mexico.

s. Louis, March 28.-The Forsyth f', being rejected, new treaty is proposed Y, 7, Mexico, with the following conditions: !. United States to pay Mexico 15,0OOW,, Sonora, Senate and Lower California; to p line of postal steamers, under the AmsIag, flag, from New Orleans to Vera Cruz; saV OOO of the sum to be reserved for the pag.p.. of American claims upon Mexico; the Vy,l States agreeing to prevent Rome, la'V@ Spain, regainirg her lost church propertl, : ! ahording Mexico facilities to obtain mfD munitions in case of war.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

0F The publication of a new paper to be called the Times is about to be commenced in New Orleans. Judging from the prospectus before us, and the character of the gentlemen engaged for the editorial department, the Times will be very desirable paper
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

0T The New York Mirror says the omnibus proprietorS have adopted the classic motto from Cesar, "Jaan forte in omnibus" Very good but not calculated 10 "draw custom" in the sense that many will read it.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

6r By dispatch from Washington city we see that the jury in the case of Col. Lee, late clerk in the pension office, who was indicted for murder in the first degree in the killing of Mr. Hume, of Alexandria, rendered a verdict of acquittal
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

A MAGNIFIcANT PAINTING OF ART.-The beautiful statue of America, now being execut- ed by Powers, the great American sculptor, has been purchased by John N. Genn, esq, of New York.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

THE LOCOMOTIVE GREETING.-The steam engines on the Memphis and Charleston rail- road, says the Bulletin, have at last screamed " how dye do?' The iron-horse now galops proudly over the entire scope of territory from the Atlantic to the "Father of waters" The suspicious event affords a bright page in the history of the country. The Memphians are preparing for free exultation in honor of the occasion, to be given on the 1st and 2d of next month, when it is expected that their city will be "merry as marriage bell"
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

0r The prospectus of a newspaper to be published at Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is be- fore us. It will be called the South East De- mocrat.
The true Democrat., 1857-04-07

Settlers on Lands Selected as swamp and
 Overfowed, under laws of the U. <.
 The Governor has received from the Con- missioner of the General Land Office. and fnr nshed us for publication, for the benefit of such of our citizens as may be interested the follow ing notice, to which we call attention: