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The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
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Last Saturday, at about 5 o'clock PM,
Andrew Rodrigue, in company with FL.
]. Strickler, met James Thompson, keep
eref the Star Saloon, near the Land 0fice
in Lecompton, who asked Rodrigue if he
had made certain report in relation to
him. Rodrigue replied that he had, and
added that it was "d-n good joke. y
Thompson called Rodrigue I'D
liar, upon which Rodrigue struck Thomp-
son back-handed blow over the mouth.
The latter then coolly drew large dirk
knife from his pocket. and opened it,
Strickler pereeiving his intention caught
hold of him, but let go his hold when ne
thought Thompson had abandoned his OBJ
iect. As soon as Thompson was free, he
deliberately approached and thrust the
blade TO the hilt into Rodrigue,s left side;
then Fastening 20 his saloon, took the con-
tents of the money drawer and fed. Both
are Pro- Slavery men, and Rodrigue unit
very recently has been Postmaster OF tht
place. Free State men who were impris
oned for treason two years ago viii remen'
| Der that he refused them their letters
Rodrigue died on Wednesday morning
from the effect of his wound. Thompso.
is still at large.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
Letting the Ca, On, of the Bag.

The following is an extract from a let
ter written from Kansas, on Feb. Gath,
1858, to the Vicksburg Wing, The wri-
ter was member of the Lecompton Con-
vention, and tells what he knows.
any reason for leaving is, I think .
good one. I cannot stay any longer. /
have been, as every one must be, identi-
fed with politics. I, unfortunately for
my future prospect in Kansas, have taken
an active and rather prominent part. And
now, to confess the truth, and shame
the devil, We, the pro-slavery men, can
not expect any mercy or favors from the
d-d Abolitionists for, although we
have been in a minority ever since came
to Kansas, we have denied this. to pre-
vent discouraging emigration from the
South. and have bullied and swindled
them in our elections, until even / admit
they have right to feel outraged. To-
day they outnumber US at least four OF
Ave to one. The disproportion is too great
for us to fight any longer-the more SC
from the fact that the ensuing springs
emigration viii swell their majority tc
probably eight or ten to one; for our mer
are leaving daily, and theirs are pouring
IN"
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
Man Shot.

In a drunken row that occurred at
Geary City, few days since, CHARLES
LENHARF shot German IN the arm. and
was himself shot in the abdomen and
arm, 6y man named Peterson; his
wounds are dangerous and he is not ex-
pected to livelihood advertiser.
Charles Lenhart came to Kansas in the
Summer of 1865, and soon after engaged
himself in the Herald of Freedom Office as
a acompositor. He continued in our employ
avery industrious anduseful ulhand until our
difficulties broke out in the W;nterof 1866
Sc. Like other young men of spirit, he felt
ike redressing the wrongs heaped upon
Kansas, and contrary to our urgent remon-
strance. he enlisted in the company Of
volunteers, where he remained during the
Winter. The habits of idleness and In
temperance, which he acquired during
that Winter, was the occasion of his early
death. which followed the fatal rencoun,
ter narrated above. He was a young man
of warm impulses, liberal, we believe, t6
fault; and under proper influences would
| have made a prominent mark in society
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10


rThe following is from a slayehold-
er in Missouri. We publish it to show
the direction of public sentiment in that
quarter.
DADE Co., No., March 2e, 1853.
G. w. BEowN-DEAR Sal believe
that owe you one dollar on my years
subscription for your Herald Of Freedom,
which please find enclosed.
The tone of your paper, although not
agreeing with my views on most of the
issues before the country, is still OF a
character to make me wish it more gem
eral circulation, as it would thereby do
much to clear the public mind of the de-
bris imposed upon it by er parte testimony.
Americans are apt to boast of an alb
sence of prejudice in the working of all
their institutions, but I think that senti-
ment predominates as little among US as
any other people.
The Lecompton act is by no means
endorsed even among Missourians in all
cases, however they may disagree on the
Utopia of free white labor. None doubt
here but that the Free State party is
largely in the ascendant in the Territory
nova year ago such a view would have
been denounced as heterodox.
If all the Free State journals of your
country were as sane and conservative as
yours, it would be of no disadvantage;
but all are prone to folly from the ram
pant fanatic of the North to the factious,
gaping, fire eating Southerner.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
State Convention.

In accordance with authority vested in
them, the Union State Central Commit
tee hereby authorize State Delegate
Convention to nominate ticket under
the Leavenworth Constitution, to be hold
en- at Topeka, on Wednesday, April 28,
'56, at 10, A. II.
The officers to be nominated at said
Convention are as follows
Two United Senators to be voted for,
as indicative of the choice of the people
for that position.
Governor; 1t. Governor; Secretary of
State; State Treasurer; Auditor; Attor-
ney General; one Representative to Con-
gress; three Supreme Judges-one for six
year, one for four years, and one for two
years; State Superintendent of Public
instruction; State Superintendent of
School Fund; Reporter of the Supreme
Court; Clerk of Supreme Court.
Also, to be nominated as the people of
the several Districts and Counties may
determine: FIVE Circuit Judges-one in
each Judicial District, as provided in said
Constitution; one County Judge; one
County Attorney; one County Clerk; and
25 Senators and 75 Representatives as
apportioned in the schedule of said Con-
Stitution.
The Convention shall be composed of
one hundred members, and the State shall
be divided into Districts, and Delegates
apportioned to them as follows: Leaven-
worth County 13, Douglas and johnson
Is, Doniphan s, Atchison 5, Brown 8,
Nemaha 2, Marshall 1,;Riley 8, Potawato-
mie 2, Calhoun 2, Jefferson 4, Lykins 4,
Linn 4, Bourbon and Allen 5, Franklin 2,
Anderson 8, Shawnee 6, Coffey 4, Wood
son l, Richardson 2. Breckenridge 8, Mad
ison l, Davis 1, Wilson and Hunter 1,
Clay and Washington l, Dickinson 1.
The same Commissioners selected by the
Governor to serve in the election of Del
gates to the Constitutional Convention,
are authorized to act in the election oi
officers under the Leavenworth Const:tu-
tion, to be holden on the Sd Tuesday
being the 18th day-of May.
In this election, Kansas expects every
man to do his duty. Peace, prosperity
and happiness may be secured to our peo-
pie by giving full expression il this
election.
G. W. SMITH, President
VIM. HUTCHINSON, Vice Pres't
Attest: D. II. WEIR, Secretary.
LAWRENCE, April 5, 1858.
9 The Kansas river is in good boat.
| ing condition as we write.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
"FOX MORGAN.o

VyERMGNTa he's long been celebrated for its
noble Horses. Of these, the Morgan horse
is without an equal. In beauty style and endur-
ance he is unrivalled. His fame has already
crossed the ocean, and Louis Napoieon's stables
have no greater attraction than the span of Nor
gans, for which his agent paid One Thousand
Dollars in Vermont.
l have taken the trouble to bring one of these
horses from New England, and his services as a
stOck-getter will be at the service of the people
of Kansas during the ensuing season.
FOX MORGAN Is already faVorably known in
New England, having taken the second premium
at the New Hampshire State Fair in 1856 also,
the first premium in the Souhegan Agricultural
and Mechanical Society in 1856. He was sired
By Comet g. sire, Billy Root g. &. sire, Sher-
man; g. g. G. sire, Justin Morgan.
He is six years cid, coal black; fourteen hands
and three inches in height, and weighs $50
pounds. He combines those requisites which
one seeks in horse-fgure, style and activity,
together with great speed and endurance. He
has trotted a mile over a common road, with a
buggy carrying two persons) in three minutes
and thirty-tWo seconds. Good judges consider
this equivalent to q three minute gait On the
course. | am prepared to furnish satisfactory
evidence in reference to the pedigree and repu-
tation of this horse
FOX MORGAN will stand at Lawrence and
Leayenworth during the ensuing season, on al
ternate weeks, to be indicated hereafter,
II. NJ. SIMPSON.
Lawrence, April i. 1858.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

This town, situated at the junction Of the
i Usage River with Ottawa Greek, in Frank
lin County Kansas Territory-bids fair 10 eclipse
many of her sister towns in population and en-
terprise.
There is now in operation good Steam Saw
Mill with power sufficient to run pair of BurTs
which will be attached soon. There are also two
good Shingie Machines capable of cutting from
six to eight thousand shingles each. per-day.-
Timber is plenty, and as good as can be found IN
any portion of the Territory. Land is of the best
quality, both for farming and stock raising.
There is a Post Office, two Dry Goods. and two
Grocery and Provision Stores here already,
There is fine opening for mechanics of nearly all
kinds; O good Blacksmith is much needed; also a
Shoemaker, Carpenters, and other mechanics =
The Proprietors viii donate a lot 10 any one who
will erect substantial building thereon.-
Shares and Lots for sale at reasonable rates. The
above place is located near the center of the
County, and will undoubtedly be the County
Seat at an early day. This place is twenty five
miles from Lawrence, and fifty from Kansas
CITY, JACKSON SELLER,
| JOHN CURTIS,
a. JOHNSON.
3m. PFopFLftors,
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
VINO wants TO Exchange!

THE Subscriber being desirous of moving
l. South, wishes to exchange property in Wis
consin for land or well located town property in
Kansas, Missouri. or Arkansas.
His property consists of a new Steam Saw
Mill conveniently located to pine and hardwood
timber on the one side, and fine prairie coun-
try for market on the other. a good Dwelling,
Storehouse, Barn &c, all in Museoda. a Village
of about seven hundred inhabitants, located on
the bank of the Wisconsin river, and on the Mil
waukee q Mississippi Rail Road, and one of the
most beautifully located and healthy towns in the
State.
This property would suit any person wish
ing to go into the LAUNDERING or Mercantile
business and would be traded separate if desired
In addition to the above property have stock
OF Guods, Ferry run by hOr1O PvHvr, anu some
timber land.
A stock of Goods would suit me in exchange
for the above property.
Further particulars may be obtained of David
Mantoye or his sons near Fort Scott, Kansas, OF
BY letter to the subscriber at Muscoda, Wis.
ALFRED PALMER.
Muscoda, Wis, Feb. 90, i56. l2w
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
Josiah miller,

y thority established in Kansas, announces
that he will now attend to any business pertain
ing to the profession of the law. Settling here
in August, 1854. and being Editor of the Kan
sas Free State" (which was destroyed in Law
renee. elst May, 1852 he is well posted as to the
best places for investing money on specula-
tion, and as to the true condition Of most con-
tested claims in this county, and viii attend to
any business of that kind.
Il. 3. That his Office Of Judge Of Proba1e does
not prevent his practieing law in all other courts
of Kansas; but it gives him authority to admin
ister oaths, take depositions, acknowledgements
of deeds and other instruments Of writing.
A number of 100 acre warrants on hand. Of
fee No. 12, Massachusetts, St., opposite Express
Office, Lawrence, Kansas. Bee R,' If
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
nissoIufion.

THE COPARTNERSHIP heretofore known
& DEAN is, BY mutual consent, this day dissolved.
RALPH G. DIX will settle all accounts of the
late firm. RALPH C. DIX.
January 5th, 1853. JOHN A. DEAN.
Having sold all right. title and interest in the
fully recommend him to the favor of the Public.
JOHN NJ. DEAN.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

THOMAS ROBINSON, respectfully announ-
Il ees to the citizens OF Lawrence and the sur
rounding ccuntry, that he has re-opened the shop
formerfy occupied By Eldridgs Co.. where he
intends earning on the above business in al Its
branches. with neatness and promptness, and
hopes with integrity in dealing and attention TO
business, to command liberal share Of patron
n B.-Country orders executed at the short
est notice.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
Cofffns.

u ]. WAGNER. WOULD RESPECTFUL
L /. IL inform the citizens OF Lawrence and VI
ciuity. that he has opened 3 store on Masseehu-
sets Street. opposite the CITY Baker,. whore he
Is prepared 10 furnish Furniture and Collins 70
order, on short notice.
Lawrence. Oct. 81. 1851. I'm
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

10 W -. here IS an iufallible rule BY which
y &c aAsefsaln what Kansas Free State pa
5.s;, S;s ,0eions to the regular, red-hot, double
NJ elaeo, extra superfne, high-cockaior-
sT..s sn 0laef, without reading a line in them,
An r. I: IN tne date line under the heading
VIZ !. mat stripe spell Kansas with a 2
voS =. you see that peculiarly in a paper
tba - nay = bet highn that it considers
Ho.A A. sAsatlon of Kansas to lie in singing
feS.; feahas to Topeka, and talking aboul
e1'lliss - White Cloud Chef
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
TIE TovusIey House-A sugges,ion,


During our brief stay in st. Louis, it
was our pleasure to stop at the TowEsLEY
House., No. 81 North Fourth street, be-
tween Olive and Locust streets, in the
central and most business part of the city.
The Townsley is a first class hotel, but
recently opened by Col. CALVIN TewNs-
LEY, late of Brattleboro', Vermont. The
rooms are fitted up and furnished in good
style, and all its surroundings are such as
to make the traveller feel that he is at
kOnle, while sojourning here surrounded by
even more than home comforts, with an
obliging host always ready TO administer
to his wants. Col. TowNsLEY has associ-
ated with him o. Il. PLATT, Esq, for fif-
teen years one of the most successful legal
practitioners in the city of New York, but
who, more recently, has been engaged in
the publishing business, and viii be recog-
nized by many of our editorial friends as
the talented editor of the Brattleboro,
Vt, Republican. lie left the east with
the view of establishing himself in bust
ness in Kansas, but with the growing Free
State sentiment in Missouri, particularly
in st. Louis, and in consideration of the
generous inducements held out to him to
remain there, he abandoned his idea. for
the time being, Of visiting Kansas, and
has engaged with becoming energy in his
new employment, with what success let
the visitors at the well-condueted Towns
ley answer.
While the table and accommodations
at the Townsley House are second to no
ether in st. Louis, we found their bills OF
fare reduced to So day--a very moder-
ate rate, and >well adapted to these ex-
ceediDgly tight times.
lthas frequently occurred to US that il
Tould be matter of great convenience il
the people of Kansas, having business in
St Louis, or who are passing through that
city east, could have a good house, at
which all could call and find an agreeable
nome while tarrying there. By doing
shlS and travellers who are on their way
TO Kansas also stopping at the same hotel,
much ehlntormation might be acquired from
each otherwhich could be turned to prac-
aeai account, besides the qualification il
would frequently give of meeting old ae-
qua'aIances, or making new ones which
mus formed are frequently lasting.
shouid this idea strike our Kansas read
e's fsvorably, and the thousands in the
East who have been reading the Herald Of
ffse'Om the last year, many of whom pur-
pose locating in Kansas, we would urge
'nem to call at the Towrsley House,
She'e we assure them they win receive
'as oest of attention during such period
As they shah remain.
ouf editorial friends, who sympathize
~iih the above views, viii do their readers
'aso' BY copying the above article, and
us'ng the same occasionally upon then
PATRONS and in return, in behalf of the
g''p'le'0rs of the Townsley, we invite
'4sm 10 cali upon their late brother of The
y s4iI' should they have occasion to visit
- LOUIS, and receive from him an editor.
hospitality.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
saturday Morning. April 10. 1858.
Isbsrt7 of the Press.

nh, the liberty of the press we understand
- .be liberty Of discussing the propxiety of
h1sis lss measures and political opinions. let rs
rup'. much of il as you please: but II II mems
~ gey Of q5rontiHg, ealnHs"aatfg and defa7s-
'Ne .s< cpot1er, l. for my part, own myself will
-. ~ - mart With my share of it whenever our
~ i:'1,tors shall please 70 alter the law; and
s.u .beerfully consent to exchange my liberty
.nsiug others for the privilege Of not being
y - rnyself.-Frank9tS.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
Tbbetts & Co.,

COMMISSION and Forwarding Merchants,
" Office No. g. on the Levee. P0. building.
Delaware, Kansas. For convenience and ease
of access Delaware is unsurpassed by any point
on the Missouri, being five miles nearer 70 Law
renee and other points in the Kansas Valley,
with good roads leading to all interior towns
Having ample " arehousefor storageof uerohan-
die we solicit consignments to our address.
Mar 20 So Iy
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

INM. A. SHROYER takes this method of in
w forming his friends and the public general
TABLISHMENT on Winthrop street, Law
renee. Immediately west of the Morrow House
where he would be happy to see all persons in
quest of any thing in his line. COMFORTS, MAT
RAISES, BOLsTERs, PILLOWS, SHEETS, de-, on
hand. Spring Mattresses made to order.
Give me q call before purchasing elsewhere.
Feb q So
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

THE subscriber has2 yOOo acres of land in Doug
l. las. Lykins. Anderson. Franklin, and Coffey
counties, K. T., worth from IS to SO per acre.
Also. one span of horses, wagon and harness, and
one single borse. Town shares in Delaware,
Doniphau, QuindaFo, Manhattan, Cottonwood
Falls, GEORGETOWN, Pleasant Valley. Mt. Gil-
cad, Pottowottomie city, &c. &C.. ..all Of which he
wishes to sell low fer cash exchange for good
property IN Lawrence. Would like to contract
in Lawrence and pay for the same in any of the
above property s. n. WOOD.
n. 3. Farm claims, pre-emptea land, town
shares city lots, &C., constantly on hand and for
sale by inch 201 STAFFORD d WOOD.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
J. z. eLAYPooLE. I. J. HEEB
CIavpoole & Newly.

uTHOLESALE AND RETAIL B00KSEL-.
w Iers and Stationers, and dealers IN Wall
Paper, Sheet Music, Periodicals, &C., Leayen.
worth CITY, Kansas. Law, School, Theological
iure. late and standard Music. An the principal
Eastern Papers, Magazines and Reviews received
IN advance of the maii-back numbers supplied.
Order solicited from country merchants, COM
mittees on Libraries. teachers and purchaser
generally.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
q n Wnod

AND AGENT. win buy and sell Land
IL Warrants, invest money for Bsw residents,
locate Land Warranss, and do General Land
Agency business, guaranteeing from 30 70 iu Per
cent en- investments.
s. \. WooD, Gswysr and Commissioner Of
DEEDS far Ohio HyI
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
EMPORIA TOWN COMPANY
N04;ce of Drawing.

THERE win be Drawing Of all the shares
i issued BY the Emporia Town Company. Ii
the City of Emporia, on Monday, the 10th day Of
May next. Shareholders are requested TO be
present, either in person or by proxy.
BY order of the Company.
G. w. BROWN. President.
@. W. DETTZLER, Secretary. maT21
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MINER FULLER. as1 au1sG1ns s;9ss,
LaHrenee, Kansas. RartiezlaaS si' %
to Surgery and diseases of the Eye. p
JOHN b. Wood, Land Agent and kenes ~
kerr Lawrence, Kansas.
C. ST0RRS, Jr., Land Agent and Surveyor.
II. SHAEKLIN, Wholesale and Retail Boot ana
Shoe Dealer.
2. CONlNT, Dealerin Dry Goods and Groceries.
z. L. FRAZER, Matchmaker and JeWeier.
L. KELLOGG. Dentist.
WHITNEY, HOUSE. 4. L. Whitney.
WAVERLET HOUSE, l.. Hoyt.
&. S. BOWMAN, Attorney at Law.
JOHN d. C0E. Counselor, and ATTORNEY at Law.
G. W. BROWN, Atty at Law and Land Agent.
GEO. FORD, Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, &c.
RIDEN0UR s BRO, Land Agents and Real
Estate Brokers.
MORROW HOUSE, Morrow Eidridgs.
CENTRAL HOUSE, b. johnson.
s. n. WOOD & CO., Real Estate Agents and
Dealers In Exchange and Money.
s. \. WOOD. Notary Public and Commissioner
OF Deeds for Ohio.
&c. STEARNS, Grocer and Provision Dealer
except Whisky
d. B. BURNHAM, Dealer in Seeds and Asricul-
taral Implements.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
sienihczn,.


mnai ne ,sst Leayenworth Herald is pretty
..s. .aS.a ntled with extracts from the Cru
WI vi q freedom and the Emporia Nsaes,
es;.as H. scarcely any note or comment. The
ns,as os ot the Herald intimates that those
F-ps sis .. furnish better articles against the
ear ~ .sa osase party than any of its enemies
sa, en- get up Wonder If they don't feel
plmented Rhits Cloud GRief.
..oSi " The officers of the Valley Bank,
: ;aison, have completed arrangements
. Leuis for the redemption of their
'snes IN that city in gold at moder-
= aiseount. This viii make their paper
sooo as any other currency in circula-
sincethe above was in type q report
= reached us that the bank has tempo
s suspended. Some parties at Leay-
s0'tn. who could not get accommodated
de Oank, resolved to rua it, which. il
nine sooable they have done to their own
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
SutIiff,

MERCHANT TAILOR, and Dealer in Cloths
Ifl Ciothing, Hats, Gaps, and Furnishing Goods
No. 5 Mass. ST., doors north of Blood's store.
Aur s. IS57.-tf
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Canffon

A LII PERSONS are hereby cautioned against
"A purchasing note, drawn in favor of Russell
Sole ana dsssa "a May II iSs. s.s IS sa;a note has
marz7 J. JH.-SHIMh0NS.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

0J. 3. Cummings. secretary and
acting Governor of Nebraska Territory,
died on the morning of the 23d uIf.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10

THIS Establishment, opened in August last.
i situated on Massachusetts, street. in Law
renee. keep. constantly on hand Bread, Pies,
Cakes. Crae kers, general variety of Fruits,
Confectionaries Cordials, " ines, Cider, Raisins.
Figs. Dates, Prunes, Oysters. Sardines. Pine Ap-
eeries, such as Tea, Coffee. Spices, Ginger, Su-
gar, MeIasses, Tobacco, Cigars Of all grades. .
quantity of Toys. Matches Butter. Lard, Eggs,
Flour, Corn-mesl, Apples, Potatoes. Cheese: in
short everything person wants to eat.
Wedding. Pleasure and Social parties sup
plied with anything they mag call for, for the
table, and satisfaction guaranteed.
PRopEcE, Of all kinds, particularly Butter,
Lard and Eggs wanted, for which the highest
prize will be paid In Cash on delivery.
Persons wishing TO buy articles in our line are
invited to visit rs; and those having Produce ts
sell should look In at our establishment before
completing g sale. lotion 4 GREEN.
LAwREscE, Jan. 16. 1883. eff
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1858-04-10
HoUSE AND LoT FOR SALE.

A STONE HOUSE, % BY g feet. two stories
n high, with basement, situated near 5ne
b,,s;nrss cart of the town. and well adopted for
a private residence for some person desirous OF
living near his business, Is offered for ss.e ~
bargain Possession viii be given lnmeaiateis-
Ina1Iire 1t the HerGSd of Eree701s aflce OF
Lawrence April S, ls55. @. w. BRoNa-