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Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

less than could have been anticipated, and much less than the expense of carrying on war against the Indians for one month. Maj. Rec tor is most certainly entitled to some substantial remuneration for his services to the country in putting an end to the Florida war. do not be- lieve in paying bonus for services from gov ernment officials in the ordinary discharge of their duties, but this is a case where an officer has rendered valuable services outside the ordl- nary duties of his office, subjected himself to hardships, denied himself comforts which the government had no right to expect but which were necessary to the accomplishment of the object desired, and should be duly appreciated and rewarded. Mai Rector has, as you doubt less well know, served the government for diff ferent periods for many years; his character as public officer has been without spot or blemish and he has the satisfaction of knowing that in his more recent efforts in behalf of the govern ment, he has been just to the Indians, faithful to the trust reposed in him, and instrumental in stopping an immense outlay of public money and unquestionably the saving of many valua- ble lives. JUSllCE.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
THE THIRTY FIFTH PARArIrrwo c.,

THE THIRTY FIFTH PARALLEL.-We find the following in the proceedings of the United States Senate on the 20th May. and it goes to prove the position we took two weeks ago, that Senator Johnson was not opposed to the route on the 35th parallel, but. on the contrary, was dong all that it was possible to do, to bring its merits prominently before the public:
 On motion by MT. JOHNSON, of Arkansas resolution was adopted instructing the com mittee on military affairs to inquire into the propriety and expediency, of marking and open- Ing route for wagon road on or near the Doth parallel of latitude, from Fort Smith. on eAkansas river, to Albuquerque, in New
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
From Utah.

Contradictory accounts are received from this interesting locality. AtfrSt we were told that the ohlec of Youn in inviting Gov. Cumming was r4se, to "a time; that he had dismissed m and Ieclared war against the United States
 Utter accounts are that the Mormons are moving, in a body to New Mexico, where they intend to settle
 Some few settlements in the southern part of the territory will not be evacuated this year but the greater part of those who were in, Or about Salt Lake City, have taken up the line of march.
 The United States troops are on their way and the advanced portion have suffered greatly from SHOWS.
 The peace commissioners as well as Col Kane, are very unpopular with the troops who are, to man, as pugnacously inclined as an Irshman at Donny brook fair who is asking some gentleman to tread on the tail of his coat.
 The settlement of the Mormons in the val ley they have selected in New Mexico, should be prevented if possible.
 In the course of time the same waves of emigration and spread of our people will reach them there, and the same scenes will be re- enacted
 When they first settled in Utah, it was con- sidered beyond the reach of co,.tact with whom they called "the Gentiles,' but now they gre driven from thence In time, the fertile vallies of New Mexico will become sub ject to the same influences and the Mormons be again busted. | If Brigham Youns wants to remain undis turbed, let him go to the east, to the land of isms. where all heresies flourish like willows | by the water-courses.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
ELECTION IN THE FIFTH JIrD1cr.r c,n,,,r.

ELECTION IN THE FIFTH JrDc,u r,n,,.r
 In our notice of the announcement of Ind oulin's name in our paper as candidate for judge Of the 5th judicial circuit we had no in- tention or desire to interfere at all in the cleo ton' or to express dsapprobation of the merits ot any other candidate. We have always looked upon udge Quillin as a personal friend, and, in advertising his name as a candidate, We only sought to express that good will and esteem in which We have always held him.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Further events of June 9th, show the char acter of those oppc cssi to the movement.
 A telegraphic dispatch says:


 t Aew O,7eaas, June 5th 1858. uIncendisry speeches were made to the mob by Col Cristy. candidate ftr Mayor, and by Col. Hen " late of the Nicara guar army; they call the Amer jeans to arms and offer to lead the charge against the Vigilance Committee teddy at ls o'clock. aa very dangerously wouae.ed last night, in front of the City Hotel White is the man said to have furnished cotton for the barrcades Of the Vigilance Corlrnittee. Over 300 names have been enrolled hv the Vigilance Committee. Trouble is expected to-day.
 The following telegrsms finish the story up to the close of the election:
 NeW Orleans, June 5
 E;sd Despatcl-.There is, an immense excitement in tile str. cts The yigilults arrested Lumsien, of the New Orleans Pcayune, " ho was kept in conine- nent several hours He drunk and disorderly around the Vigilance camp. The Mayor ls still at he Vigilance head quartersi he Is afraid of his life if he leaves them. Affairs lst squaly. Don't ex- pect election on Monday
 .Second Des,otch.-The Mayor issued proclama- ton revokng the power of the Recorders to appoint special police The citizens are aisgusted with the Mayor for the variable course he has pursued. The streets continue excited. The Figilans ar still for tif,ing their position. Lafayette Square is still in possession of the mob, who have cannon loaded with grape commanding ll approaches to the square The Recorders have appointed eight hundred special police, amongst them some of the worst men Iii the city. They refuse to give up their authority al though revoked by the Mayor. They have also ar tested several known to belong to the Vlglants
 IAiyd Despatch.--The Mayor is at the Vigilance Committee rooms, and has placed himself under their protection. No attack has been made by the mob yet Col Cmsty has withdrawn as the leader of the sovement accoant of the legal position of the Vgilants. The Recorders are engaged n swearing ill special police; all citizens are invited to join
 Nec OEeams. Monday. June 7th.
 First Despatcb.--On Saturday, the Mayor, having his life guaranteed coeied to the St. Chile, uu tel to meet the Council. lie impeached and IL. NJ. Summers, the pfe,idef.t of the Board of Alder elected in his place. Col Forno, Chief of Police, dismissed and Cc. Jacques appointed iu his place. The old police have been reorgan2ed un der Jacques. A. T. Turner. and (. 5. Muzzy. and two tclegraphic reporters arrested ths m >ning by tie specia police of the city dangerous charac ters. were Liberated on parole, 8nd Turner rested It wa- runored that tie sheriff had seized the ballot boxes. If so there will be election to day. Streets seemingly quiet. but no mans life Is safe outei te of the different barricades. An aJtach was made upon the Vigants Saturday night The Nigllants lost four killed ana twelve wounded by the accidental discharge of a cannon during the
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

Our acknowledgements are due to Capt PEAY. of the firm of Johnson & Peay, of the man. moth wharf boatat Napoleon, for bundle of late papers, sent us by the hands of Mr. David Shall. TO Messrs. Johnson & Peay we are iD- debted for very many fayors during the. past few months; We eunderstand they are doing almost the entire business of the Arkansas river, and as they deserve itIall, we are glad to hear of their success, So far they have given general satis- faction to the merchants, and planters on the river. .ss ss sssgs .fssa .fs
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Fowche, PulaSLt o., Ark, ]

ME EDITOR.
 Dear Sir-Reasons of private character compcls me to decline the solicitations of " many voters,' to become canliiste to represent this county in the lower branch of our state legsla- ture
 Extending to them my kindest regards for the preference thus expressed, and hoping they may select some individual more able and worthy, who may prove victorious on the first Monday Of August next-together with all the other democratic candidates of our county and State
 l remain yours, truly,
 j. G. HALLIBURTON
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

r STEAMBOAT "IRENEn-this new and elegant little steamer, now being built for the mail ser vice on this river, by Capt. John D. Adams, we understand, will leave Cincinnati about the first of Julynext Persons desiring orders filled and frelshted upon her, are referred to Capt Adams advertisement in this mornings issue.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

V5- Persons wishing to purchase lime for building and other purposes, cal orderof John. son x Peay, at Napoleon, who have on hand large consignment for sale, from the well known house of "Tyler & Howes," Utica. Ind.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Orleans.
Elecutiee Qfice, Ilgilance Committee.l
 \ ArSnpnI l,,-n tl-

Arsenal, June A. lo0o. The Vigilance Committee, which had thoroughly organized itself. which had temporarily seizei alll taNcn possession of the State Arsenal and tle Municipal Court and Ja having organized with he NleW oi freeing the city of New Orleans of the well known and notorious Thugs" outlaws assas- SIilS ani lnurdcrers who intest it. and which Vig- lance Cumnllttee, organized for three months wi in these objects in view hcrtb, soemniy agree to and with tine chef city magistrate May or Waterman and the Superintendent ot Elections, Gen. Lewis to dis band the same. and immediately organize the same body under teir legal sanction. aud thus secure law iu sanction for the accomplishment o their original objects, viz; freeing the csy of thugs ou tlaws as sas>lns and murIereis The conditions of this agree ment are:
 riist, That before disbanding we shall have been hrSt sworn ln. under our present. organization, as special city police under Mayor Waterman, and spe- cal election police under Gen. Lewis under hi: authority on the day of election Our duties special city police will be to bring forrial under ad wits the notorious offenders against the law that we in tended originally to proceed against and free the city of, m our capacity Of Vigilance Committee. 2. We are authorized t. remain in a body as at present composed and organized, and are to remain Tn quiet posse sion of present position in the ar senai. until we have been truly sworn in as special police Of Mayor Watermans and Gen Lewis. As sopn thereafter Is practicable, will occupy such other position Is selected by us us more suitable o our own and the public convenience and under the ,egai sanction of the Mayor and Superintendent of i o". ,utaie aets, SD ron as uctlng n the capacity of special city and election police, which shall not be for less period than five days
 D. It Is farther understood by the parties hereto 1ha' tIe city shall be subject to expense for the pay or the support Of said organization
 tSigned) ClIAS. M. WATERMAN
 JOHN E. LEWIS,
 Inspector of Elections,
 M. 2. Il. NORTON, aHa c. FELLoWES.
 on the part of the citizens
 J. K. DUNCAN,
 President Ex. Wig. Com.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

0T We have received marriage notice from Quitman, Van Buren county, which is unaccompanied with any name The author ought to know that we do not publish anything unless it is accompanied by responsible name.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Markets.
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"eW UFtcuHs, W euHesdav, June 9 Sales of cotton today 5,509 bales. Sales ll4 @11ac Sugar 6ss @7c. Bacon oaners - ally active market. Shoulders 6b @es.c- 6ale D rope hand spun, 5ls c; machine spun I.c. 0onee-a cargo of $500 bags sold at 9s6c- ffeglts on cotton to Liverpool sd.
 .s Cincinn ai, Wednesday, June g. Flour g 7o.4 Whisky l8l4 4c.s Bulk shoul-. |{ en o1s. Bulk sides "A. Mess pork oter.l
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Call for a Democratic Meeting

The democracy of Pulaski county are in- vited to meet in mass meeting at Little Rock on Saturday the 26th June, 1858, at 10 o'clock in the morning for the pur- pose of selecting candidate for the legislature
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
To THE EDIroR TRUE DEMOCRAT:

You will please announce through your pa per my withdrawal as candidate for the office ot Treasurer of the county of Pulaski. 'To those of my friends who kindly rendered U me their support, return my grateful ackuowle4 4g- mehtS. Yours respectfully,
 June Is, 1858 $. r. HUDSON.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

THE RIVER, WEATHER, rc-It raned a great deal last week, and on last Saturday turn ed exceedingly cold. Tne river, which hal been falling up to Friday night, commenced rising Saturday morning. and rose about even feet On Sunday morning it began to recede again, and up to this time (Mond y evening" has fallen about p inches.
 The continued wet weather has seriously damaged the growing crops. The wheat will be cut short by the rust at le rst ore Jhri, and not more than half yield of ca can bs expected Corn an cotton never were in more unprom- ising condition than at present.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

or Mir. A. s. Shaw at Burrowsville, Searcy county, will please act as agent for the True Democrat .i
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

6rWe are requested to state by the post master that he has received supply of postage stamps.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

0 Youngs Spirit of the South" has reached the 4th number.sand is perhaps as good ss and of the Spirits. Nashville, Tenn: $ X year.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15

SWAMP LAND CoNFIRMArIoN-Gov Con- way has received from the commissioner of the general land oftice and turned over to Mr. Win. R. Miler, auditor of public accounts, a certified copy of H. No. f of swamp and overflowed lands, approved by the secretary of the interior on the 1th May, 1858, as inurng to the State of Arkansas under the act ol Congress of 18th Sept, 1850. The lands designated in the list amount in all to 52, 629 acres, of which about 2OOO acres are soatt of the base line ahd eta of the fifth principal meridian, and about B, 600 acres south of the base line and oest of the fifth principal meridian. The VIZ. BET. II \. R. F E. containing 320 acres is the only tract in the list north of the base line
 These land, will soon be advertised for sale by the State land agent at Helena. Arkansas.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
A 1ev Plain words About Conventions.


 Conventions carry out the principles involved in elections by the people and the arguments used against them. apply, with equal force, to a popular election. Without convention, an election often fails to attain the object for which it was instituted, that of carrying out the will of the majority, for, if the majority are nearly equally divided between prominent and worthy men, the minority may succeed in electing a third man, unworthy and unfit for the station. In those elections, where, to use sporting phrase, "ths turf is free," it is not the majority that rules, nor is there any opportunity for a triumph of principles; the most interruptions candidate, the best electioneerer and political trickster is sure to succeed. The opposition to conventions proceeds from mistaken ldealthat men should be first and principles secondary consideration.
 It is urged against them that the real choice of the party is often defeated by the want of the action of supne members of it, but, on the other hand, it is almost invariably the case that, without convention, men are elected to whom majority of the people are opposed. In el- ther case, voters suffer others to do their work; stay away from the meetings or the polls and then find fault with the action of others, when it was in their power to have brought about a different result.
 Each member of party has an equal prlvl- lege: if he refuses to exercise 1t, the fault Is I, in, primary party elections. and in general cleo lions the active man will succeed best, for in politics, as in everything else, energy Is means as well as a measure of success.
 The most common objection to convention is that the people are not fully represented.- Some disappointed aspirant discovers that some township, or county as the case may be, has neglected to send delegates, and forthwith takes the people thereof under his special charge An election for county officers would not be void, if but dozen votes were cast If the rest of the citizens choose to waive their right of franchise and let twelve men elect their off : cers, they are bound by it. So in conventions; if certain members of the party absent them selves, or stand aoof where it is their right and their duty to act, they have no reason to complain afterwards.
 It is singular how soon defeated aspirant discovers that the convention was all unfair one. that certain parts of the country or district were not represented or that certain primary meetings were not held. Of course the minori- ty oppose conventions; their only hope of suc- cess lies in dividing and dstractng the majority and hence they hatter those whom they sup pose can be induced to run against nominee Whoever announces himself in opposition to the regular nominee of a convention must look to the opposition for a principal part of his support, ,-becomes dependent upon and atiill- ates with then, voluntarily cuts himself loose and reads hinase!f out of his party. The demo- cratic party will always look upon such m en as traitors and treat them accordingly.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Matters in New Orleans.

For the past two or three years gloom and terror hung over New Orleans, organized bands of marauders robbed and murdered with mpunity-societies of plug-uglies and knew nothings took possession of the polls and bal lot boxes, and prevented men from voting rowdies and bullies controlled, the elections and in return. were protected in their rascalities by those whom they had placed in power--pro- perty became insecure, life unsafe, and the city government seemed to be protection and shield for rufians, thieves and assassins. The natural and inevitable results of know nothing ism were seen in that city. Organizations, formed at first for political purposes, and in op- position to foreigners, became the rallying point of bullies and desperadoes.
 When the more moderate men of the so called American party left these lodges and re- fused to associate with the rulflalnly portion, they surrendered the machinery of their order to them In the absence of elections whereat to bully honest men, these gentry turned to ln- discriminate rufianism, until robberies and as- sassinations became of daily, hourly occurrence.
 This being the case, and the city authorities being either unable or unwilling to protect hon. est men, the law and order loving citizens were forced to combine, in order to protect them. selves. The movement commenced in May, and proceeded very quietly. About the latter part of May, notices were printed and placard- ed, calling upon all voters to register their names and requesting all persons to vote. We give one of these notices, that our readers may see its character. The law requires that each voter shall register his name in his ward or dis trict three days before all election. Here IS one of the notices
 Notice to Voters.
 It is highly important that all voters, who have not already regt>tereI should go and do ut an early day well as register any change m their residences the registry closes thee days beior. the election
 All qulet and peaceabe citizens, o whatsoever complexion of politics, also lnforRed hereby that they can safely go to, and return from the polls on the day of the electon without ncurrng any risk of personal violence, indignity, ample means and precautions will be taken them against the outrages which have been common Ut elections heretofore. By order o1 the
 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Arkansas true Democrat., 1858-06-15
Another Opposition Gun Exploded at the
 Breech.

Helena, June 9th, 1858.
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WHOLE NUMBER 14S.

improvement. then viii civilization aid
her in reEainiug wha, she has lost by her
long withdrawal within herself, and we
may hope that the arts and sciences may
sometime Gnd home among her lofty
mountains. When the Celestial Empire
has fsi the influence If Iearning, and has
shaken of the deep sleep into which she
has fallen. tbeu will The complete circuit
uf lhs earth be- attained, and the sun OF
civilization nust renew SIS course, as do
the heavenly bodies IN their journey
around tl,e solar center. But let Us hope,
instead q a nigh, saccerding the bril-
Haney Of this rloriou. day, that the intel
lrc,aal sun may % she'd is light upon the
earth that It's rays may be reflected abroad
over the whole glol,r, even as the light Of
the heavenly sun is reflected beneath tbs
shade OF tie forest.
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NEW ENGLAND.
BY A. S. LAMB.

At the close of the sixteenth century.
New England was one unbroken wilder
ness, possessing no vestige Of civilized
life. No bustling cities with their never
ceasing din Of machinery, or the noise
and hustle of their crowded streets met
the gaze of man. In place of these
were seen the rude wigwams of the saw
age erected within the silent depths OF
the wilderness. Instead of gently slop-
ing fields, dotted here and there with the
cottage of the farmer, and eoverd with
the richest growth of vegetation, nought
could be seen but one vast forest, extend
ing over hill and dale, frowning noun
tains and smiling valleys, with no sign of
human life save the echo Of the fierce
war-whoop as it reverberated from bill
to bill, or the light wreath of blue smoke
as it curled in graceful eddies above the
towering trees of the forest.
Where now the church spire points
increasingly towards heaven and beckons
the humble worshiper within its holy
walls, the wild beasts lay concealed in
their lairs, and their dismal howl was
heard instead of the song of praise
The rude canoe Of the Indian was seen
where now the snow white sails Of our
merchant ships are passing and repassing
freighted with the riches of every zone.
But New England was to behold be-
ter days. She was no longer to remain 8
dreary waste for the mere support Of .
cruel and barbarous people, alike desti
tute Of intelligence and virtue. Hei
fair wales were DO longer to resound witt
the savage Ihowl of wild beasts, or th,
still more savage cry Of her human IN
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g wEsTW4RD THE STAR OF
EMPIRE TAKES ITS WAY"

The sun rises ia the east, dilIuse. ifs
beams oyer the surface Of the earth d.
ring the day, and at night sinks behind
the western bills, leaving the pale moon.
attended with an accompanying host Of
brilliant stars to sweep across the sky.
disappear below the western horizon, and
rrappear in the orient when another cir
Gle OF hours has passed away. Thus il
Is with man. We fad him, according to
our first reliable accounts, occupying d
situation la= IN what is called the eastern
world. From thence be wanders ever
the earth, until having aroused the indig-
nation Of his Creator BY bis evil actions,
he is cut of from the face Of the globe
by mighty agent, an unparalleled event.
The only remaining account Of this aw-
fol caiastrophe informs us thar the single
family saved by the meFeies of Jehoval
/ from the general wreck Of humanity. a.
ter the drying up Of the waters, joar,
neysd from he sast." Thus, Ia the lrsl
act Of those who we're 70 re-peopls ihs
earth, IS seen au olsedieaee 50 that poses
which has, through ali iufsrseaing tias
until The preseBt, eaussd every step if
the great work Of improving siss dssll
ers on the earth, to be maie towards sbs
going down q the heavenly host.