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Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Observations on Senator Douglass Views of Popular Sovereignty. As Expressed an Harper's Maga=ine .for
 September, 1859.
PREDATORY NOTE

The writer of these " observations" wait ed few days after the appearance of Har- per's Magazine for September, in the con- tident expectation that somebody with more leasure and greater ability, would fully ex- press the almost universal dissent of the public mind from the views contained in Mr. Douglas article. He yielded to C the request of friends only when he saw what he supposed to be general wish for dis cussion more extended than could be given of such subject in newspaper paragraphs. Why not put the writer's name to it? Be- cause the truth or falsehood ofwhat is writ ten does not depend on the name, or char acter of him who wrote it. He h5ellumA Let 1t go forth, and find what entertain ment 1t can
 Washington, Sept. [, 1859.
 Every one knows that MT. Douglas, the Senator from Illinois, has written and print ed an elaborate essay, comprising thirty eight columns of Harper's Magazine, in which he has undertaken to point out the .' dividing line between federal and local authority Very many persons have glanced over it's paragraphs to catch the leading ideas without loss of time, and some few have probably read it with care. Those who dissent from the doctrines of this paper owe to its author, If not to his arguments, most respectful answer. MT. Douglas is.not the man to be treated with disdainful silence. His ability is . fact unquestioned; his public career, in the face of many disadvantages, has been uhcom-
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
$50 KEW Rn

INAWAY from the subscriber, s. lying five miles west of Princeton, Dal- g lanty, Ark, on Sunday, the 4th of Sept, .S + negro man named WILEY, aged about 40 v carries his age well) Of copper complexion, ap feet, 6 or inches high, heavy built, has a son one ot his arms near the elbow, 0ccasioned burn. Said boy will no doubt attempt to pass free nesro-and is endeavoring to reach free Shad on when he left wide nrim low crown it, frock coat with velvet collar, and boots, he ci with him worsted carpet bag, with some ser clothing in it. l will pay the above re- Hor the apprehension and safe confinement of segro so that can get him.
 STEPHEN WINSTEAD. f. IA I25q At
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Runaway Slave

AS committed to the Jail of Sa-~k line county, Arkansas, on the 18th davA ugust, 1859, as d runaway slave. a cer- -S% negro man, who cals/his name JOHN, said ) Is about 90 years of age, , feet, 10 inches black colored, bald headed, severe scars on ack, bad countenance: had on when taken up, e cursey pants and shirt, says he belongs to $ Barom, of Madison county, Mississippi, and he leit his masters plantation about the list of .ast.
 ie owner is hereby notified to prove said negro take him away, or he will be dealt with as the iirects. MARK S MILLER,
 Sheriff and Jailer. ,pt. IA, '59. Cost of adv. S26 or Sl per week.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Great Sale of Railroad Lands. : O, O co A Cre S

Il OF THE FINEST ARKANSAS LANDS, | AT PUBLIC SALE.
 !. PURSUANT to an order of the Board of l. Directors of the LiHle Rock and Fort Snith r, ranch of tte Cairo and Fulton Raiiroad Companv. ,- ade on the Sth day of June, 1859,
 l. 10000 Acres Of Land!
 i'll be offered for sale at the office of said company, ',l the CITY OF VAN BUREN, CRAWFORD Co.,, AR II ANsAs, on Monday, the fifth day of No e ember, 1859, and from day to day until Sold, being about one half of the lands attached D the First Division of said road. These lands are
 dyantageousy situated upon, and near the line of The Little Rock and Fort Smuh Branch Railroad, which is now being placed in course of construc-
 jon. They comprise some of the most VALUABLE BOTTOM ana UPLANDs in Western Arkansas, and are situated in the counties of Crawford, Sebastian and Franklin, and 'oittin tcenty miles Of the ctu Of Van Buen, and ,cifbfn t,renty i0e miles of the chy of Fort Smith. This Railroad traverses part of the finest and richest portion of the State, and it's completion within five years will afford railway communication with every portion of the Unon- Immigration to this State has been steadily increas ing until the better part of the government lands are absorbed. The lands attached to this road were selected and confirmed years ago, and are now brought into market for the first time and present inducements to Planters and Farmers desiring to emig grate from the older States, and rare opportu- mites to capitalists for safe and remunerative in vestments. The climate is unequaed by any DOT ton of the Great West for salubrity and health; the soil is remarkably productive, and the country well watered and timbered. The company are in condition to make good title to the lands now offer ed for sale.
 TERMs.-One- third cash; one-thrd in six months; and one-third in twelve months; notes to bear in- terest from date, at the rate of ten per per a nun, until paid. Full lists of these lands, and all desirable information concerning them will be fur nished on application, personally, or by mail to J B. Ogden. Secretary, at the companv's office in Van Buren. JESSE TURNER, President.
 Office of l.. R. X F. s. Branch of
 c. F. Railroad Company,
 Van Buren, Ark, Aug. 3l, 1859.
 Sept. II, 1859 till lst Nov
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
IMPORTANT NOTICE

Radwav' Tabular Almanac for S59 contains inn portant medical advice to invalids: Copies can be obtained gratis by calling upon the druggists and storekeepers, in every village town and city in the United States and British Proyences Every family should have copy of this valuable almanac-t is also important shat every householder keep in their families RAILWAYS READY RELIEF and REGULATING PILLS. The READY RE,IrF ;s a
 eoentlGe of sickness, especially where the malar- ous diseases Preval-such as Feyerand que. Chills and. Fever, Bilious Fever, Pneumonia, Cholera. Scarlet Fever, Small Pox, Measles etc. Radwav's Fills are the most certain, quick and innocent medi cine-n the form of catharcs purgatiy es and regu- lators of the general system-in use.
 Sold by druggists and dstorekeepers everywhere
 Anril 20. lSLQ Nn
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
RUNAWAY NEGROES.
RUNAWAY.

Xo committed on the 3d day ofs>
 Hep.', A. D. 1859, to the jail of Craig E her, negro man. Said slave is 6 feet, -Ga l f'sn', weighs about 200 pounds, says he B ra o,u, Wi oo copper color, speaks slow, says bis ,s ,E:LiCh, says he belongs to man in NeIIoimlia, Tn the town of Salisbury, by the na' :: H. Jenkins. said slave says herunaway fronln iarm in Arkansas county, in this Stout the first of August last.
 < "ner oi sad slave is requested to come for waohe property, pay charges, and take him aw nu N, VII be dealt with according to law.
 VII: T. E. ARMSTRONG,
 10 ,sd sheriff of Craighead county, Ark. e5~c' 'o9. 6m. Cost of adv S26 or sl De,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
New Wharf Boat, Napoleon, Ark, ,
 SaDt 0.lJ lAEQ {

To ALL WHOM IT MAY CoycERN-
 This is to certify that the course pursued by Mr. Frank Hale, clerk of the Arkansas river mail packet "South Bend" inEegard to freights consigned by us Sept. Eth, ls59,' ,'to Messrs Bennett X Foss, of Fort Smith, was fully authorized and approved bv us and that his exceptions wereb by our instructions and correspond with the original now in OUT offce
 Sept. 28, '59 It JOHNSON X PEAY.
 Cost of adv. SC.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Portable Coclyjnp Range

HAVE just received 2 Mo- s first na \ Class Cooking Ranges In offering to. .EEI the public this new and desirable Cooking R B Range, solicit attention to the following adyan tages; It has two well ventilated ovens of rood sze and patent charcoal broiler top so that the iumes and smoke are carried down into the fiues ana without the coal smoke coming in contact with the meats, portable boiler connected with brass couplings to heat water in on stand at tbe end ofthe Range A card with directions for use will be sent with each Range. Sold by
 July 27, '59. D. BENDER
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
FOR SALE.

THE A 1 new and light >esnunz.
 1 draught steamer Conway, draw ls sS ing only l5 inches water, will be fn--ss.;zss.s #. ished and at Little Rock or about the sth Augnst next,and will have immediate dispatch for Memnh;s ienn when if not sold, she will return to the Ar kansas river, and during the low pater season will run as regular packet between Napoleon and Ft smith. Merchants and shippers may rely on ship, nehts on the Conway, having strict attention, as sie Is entirely an Arkansas boat, having been bull, and furnished in this river. The Conway will he very last, and will not draw more than l5 inches water; For freight or passage apply to the under signed at Lewisbarg, Ark, or to Messrs. Rapley Hanger & Co.,, at Little Rock, Ark.
 'uif ~, looJ 3m. A. GORDON.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Runaway.

IAS committed on the 20th daysk yille, Yell county, Ark, one runaway \ le; said slave is 6 foot 3 inches high, says he is |ears old, weighs 220 lbs, says his name is fk, and that he belongs to Dr. Rial Harriss. St. Mary's Parish, La, about miles from nklin, says that he left home about the middle June, 1858. The owner of said slave is reouest to come forward, prove property, pay charges. l take him away, or he will be dealt with ac- ding to law. JONATHAN T. SHARP,
 Jailer Yell county, Arkansas. Aug. IT, '5S. 6m. Cost of adv. S26 or IS pel
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05

All persons claiming the right of rre emption upon any of the Swamp and Overfowed Lands embraced in the foregoing list, are hereby notified to come forward within sixty days from and after the date of this notice, prove their pre- emptions and pay for the same All lands so confirmed to the State. which shall not be purchased with mo. ney, or located with Swamp Land Scrip, by pre- emption, within sixty days from the date of this notice, will be sold offered at public sale to the highest bidder, by the State Land Agent of the Huntsville District, at his otiice in the city of Clarksvilie, between the hours of 10 o'clock in the forenoon, and } o'clock in the afternoon, of the hrst Monday, after the expiration of sixty days allowed pre-emptors within which to establish their pre-emptions, and pay for their lands, being the 1oth day of November, 1859, and to continue rom day to day until all the said lands are sold. or onered for sale. Lands within six miles of any navgable stream will not be sold or offered at pub
 nc or private sale, for less than seventy five cents Der acre, and lands more than six miles from any anavigable stream, will not be sold for less than nl'y cents per acre. payable in specie or in Swamp ia Land scrip receivable by law in the Clarksvlle Swamp Land District.
 LABAN c. HOWELL, state Land Agent for the Clarksviile District. Sept, 2S. 1859. 3w
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
TERMS OF DVERTISING

Transient advertisements will be inserted for sl per square, (ten lines less,) for the first nser ton, and 50 cents for each subsequent insertion. Merchants advertising by the year will be charged froiessionai cards and other advertisements, not
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
THE "ARKANsAW rRAyEI.rR

JUST received, a fine lot of Cloaks and eP Shawls, which will be sold very low. bv
 Sept. 2S, 1859. MRS IONFS
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
JOB WORK K.

Our facilities for doing all descriptions of Job Work can not be surpassed by any printing estab- ishment in the country.
 We have procured, at a cost of over sixteen hun dred dollars, one of Isaac Adams mammoth print ing machines, which enables us to do work, and es peclally pamphlet and book work in a superior style and at very low prices.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Proclamation by the Governor. $2OO REWARD.

w HEREAS, It has been made known W to the Governor, that, on Sunday, the 18th ol September, A. D. 1859, on Upper Surrounded Hill, in Jackson county, Arkansas, one Jacob Crlssman telonioVsly murdered John Riggs and then attempted to kill Mrs Riggs Miss Riggs and enid, but was prevented by man near by-that said Jacob Crissman was arrested and placed un- der guard but being armed and the guards without arms, made his escape from them and is still run ming at large.
 Now, therefore, I, Elias N. Conway, Governor o the State of Arkansas by virtue of the authority in me vested by law, do hereby offer reward of TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS for the arrest and delivery of the said Jacob Crissman to the sheriff of Jack son county, in the State of Arkansas in order that justice may be had and executed
 In testimony whereof, 1 have hereunto signed
 my name and caused the seal of the State IT, s.l of Arkansas to be affixed at Little Rock,
 this 18th day of Sept, A. D. 1859
 ELIAS N. CONWAY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
GIVE US A CALL.

w E beg to inform our friends I1EE W and the public generally, that Nf1 f12-fy- We have on hand and are constantly manufacturing WAGONS, of all kinds and sizes, of the best
 Northern Timber, well Seasoned, with Iron or Wood Axletrees.
 Having made arragements-we will be constantly supplied with the best seasoned Northern Timber, which we will be nleased in worl, mn for purchasers at LOW PRICES FOR CASH.
 Buggies and Carryalls made and repaired, and all Carriare work done II, inthe most substantial and appror ed manner GEORGE X ROBINS.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
COP PARTNERSHIP.

T9HE undersigned have this day formed -1 co partnership, under the name and style of BRuGMAN Co.,, for the transaction of general Mercantile, and Commission and Forwarding bus- ness.
 We solicit continuance of the patronage here tofore extended to the firm Of Rapley, Hanger. & Co.,, whose interest we have purchased, and pledge our best efforts to merit the same.
 PETER BRUGMAN,
 EDMUND BURGEVIN. Little Rock Sept TO- 1859
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
R. II. JOHNSON.
THE TRUE DEMOCRAT
 IS PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY BY JOH N SON & YERKES
TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION.

ouDscrlbers already upon our books can avail themselves of these rates, by paying up arrearages and forming clubs. At club rates, paunents must al,oays De ia aduance..
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Fifty Dollars Reward.

NAWAY on or about the. G pth day of February last, fromx tftation of the subscriber, on Red~ ES Y Rln Lafayette county, Arkansas, NtsAA-= mmed BlLls--as black as a crow. H &x aF3 or 24 years old, very heavy N @ bnead of hair, will weigh about TO k D., about 5 fact, 9 inches high, heavy set stbuilt, good looking negro, has an extremely fit of very white teeth; and when spoken to, slrather slow. Bill was raised in this county b- Nash, and the undersigned bought him of Cmes Abraham.
 sward of S25 will be paid if taken in this or Btead county, and $50 if not taken within epf said counties.
 2l. 1852 i0t
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Chance for Speculation.

1C00 ACRES of mimproved lanfl LAW the line of the Memphis and u Rock railroad, on Bayou Two Prairies, a few D, west of Brownsville, in Prairie county, for sale These lands produce abundantly. both corna cotton. They are admirably suited for stock ing. Immediately adjacent is the prairie rse which IS illimitable, and, on the authority of sr t,cai judges, superior to the bluegrass past6a snown Tn the superior stock and better beef breDI them. The completion of the road to Meni VIII cause these lands to be in great demand.
 Apply to JNO. M' FARRELL.
 Sepl- 1T, lco9. At Little Ro<
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
For Horses and other Animals.

S~A 'S-Se~AA~S MI A-lElNGNk l relieve pain almost simultaneously and it will e7nse, purify, and heal the fouiest sores in an in reaibiy short time.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
', 4lT LLIAS N. JUN w "A By the Governor:
 ALEXANDER BoLEAU, Secretary of State.

Description of Winfield Cray. the murderer lie IS about feet, 2 inches high. weighs about I5o pounds, 2l or P years old, badly hare lpped so that he scarcely be understood in ersa tion, is fond of playing cards.'' Sept. 2S, 1859. 3w
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
COH3NtSSlOHtT. Sept. IA, '59. At. Cost of adv S2l.
Desirable Farm in Greene County for Sale

Desirable Farm in Greene County for Sale E OFFER for sale my farm consist fEsA> ftEesA \ ing of one hundred and sixty acres of sf.I land, situate in the county of Greene, Township. l6 North of the base line, Range East. Said land has two good springs and plenty of running water throughout the year; has sixty acres in cult vation, with comfortable frame dwelling house and good kitchen smokehouse and other out-houses: 30 acres woodland pasture. Any person wishing to purchase said farm call on me at my residence, l miles north east of Greensboro, Greene coun- ty, Ark, by so doing they can purchase a bargain, as 1 am determined to sell
 WYETT NJ. PEBBLES. Sept l4 1859 9m
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05

CAuTioN--Bevare of druggists CT dealers who may try 10 palm upon you some Bitter or Sarsaiara trash which they can buy cheap. by saving it is just as good. Avoid such men. Ask for McLean's Strength enng Cordial. and take nothing else Ii is the only remedy that will purify the blood thoroughly, and at the same time strengthen the system. One tablespoonful taken every mornirg fasting, is certain preventive for Cholera. Clilis and Feyer Yellow Fever, or any prevalent disease It is put .i in large bottles
 Price only Sl per bottle, or bottles for s5
 ]. II MCLEAN
 Sole Proprietor of this Cordial
 Also NcLean's Volcanic 0i Lipinacut Principal Depot on the corner of Third and Pine Streets, St. Louis, Mo.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
By Express.

Let it be Distinctly Understood, THAT we want all the Beef Hides and A Pcltries we can buy for Cash or Trade and will pay liberal prices in either for all we can gent. MCPHERSON & NEWBERN Sent 29 lS5g
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
DESCRJPTION

l. DESCRIPTION. G a
 pHEN-of very dark complex E@ iont lo years old, feet, 10 inches high. stout brls a swelling over the right eye of the size ar very red. ' '''''''''''' '"' c e EN-About 9 years old, dark color, weighs atoo lbs, about feet, 10 inches high, is slow spaha or a surly disposition.
 DA' Aliens wife-of copper color, aged all years, feet, 5 inches high, rather intel li'nd good locking, has an occasional swelling of6ht ancle of which she frequently com pl
 'pl, sister of Rhoda-is dark completed, Hand intelligent, 5 feet, inches high, and about l7 years-all had their hair plaited wley lett, and in the habit of wearing it so.
 e reason to suppose that these Negroes hsen stolen, or decoyed off, and in that event Five s'2o0 for the apprehension of the Thief owes, and S25 for each of the Negroes. information relative to them may be ad. d, to me at Washington, Arkansas.
 2o, l0o9. 3w R. H. CONWAY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Boots and Shoes.
HOOP SKIRTS

HOOP SKIRTS. AM just in receipt, direct from New IL York, of the best assortment of Spring Expansion Skirts; IT " 20 M Metropolitan 30 6 Whalebone, Brass and Steel HooDs. etc. etc and for sale by M. OSPORN Sept. 2S, 1859
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
BY the TOvefnOr:
 ALEXANDER BoILEAU, Secretary of State.

Description.-The only description furnished is that, "C1ssman IS desperate man, and it-is said has boasted that he was compelled to leave Alaba- ma, Tennessee, Mississippi and Texas, for schop- ping people to pieces.''
 Sent 0S IS5q 3u,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Just in Time

Just in Time. k FULL assortment of fall and win "A goods, of almost every description. :. opened and for sale by c. S. MORRISON Sept. q '59
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
J. II. MCLEAN. Sole Pro,,risto

Corner of Third and Pine sts., St. Louis. sIo. Dr. J. J. McAlmont, Agent at Little Rock and Dr. s. J. McAlmont, at Pine Bluff, Ark. Feb. 9th. lsI9 ly
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05

Do yon wish 10 be hsalthy and strong? linen go at once, and get some of Mc{.cans Cordial It will strengthen and inygorate your whole system causing healthy and pure circulation of blood to flow through every vein, and the rich, rosy bloom of health 10 mount to your cheek again
 Every bottle is warranted to oi,a so+;sf,c+;on
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Gin and Sweet Win

Gin and Sweet Wine
 BOUT 10 barrels and half barrels of \ Sweet Wine and Gin for sale by Aug. 5i' 5s. FIELD DOLLY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Nap0Ieon, Sept. 8th, 1859

NaD0leon, Sept. 8th, 1S59 To CLERK STEAMER Sot1H BEND
 Should you not have water sufficient to go above Little Rock, and conclude to return-you will de- liver the following articles to consignees in Little Rock-charging the usual rate, seventy-fve cents, and notify the owners of the goods at their dest- nation.
 5. $. Kimball, Dardanelle, to Rapey, Hanger sell JOHNSON X PEAY.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
McLEANs VOLCANIC GIL LINrME,1r

THE BEsr LINiMENT IN TIrE WORLD.
 The ONLY safe and certain cure for Cancers P1os Tumors Swellings, and Bronchee or Gotre PafaIy- SIS Neuralgia, Weakness Of te Muscles, Chronic of lnhammatory Rheumatism Stiffness of fhe Joints Contraciea Muscles or 1stments, Larache or Tooth ache, Bruises, Sprains, Wounds, Fresh Cnts TIccrs Fever Sores. tailed Breasts Sore Niprles. Burns scalds Sore Throat, any Inflammation or Pain no difference how severe, or how long the disease may have existed. McLEAHs CELEBRATED LININEsr is . certain remedy
 Thousands nf human heirrT have heen saved Tiff, Of decreptnde and misery ly e use of this inyalu- able medicine.
 hcLean's Volcanic Oil Liniment Will relieve pain almost Simultaneously and it will cleanse, purify, and heal the iouest sores in an in credibly short time.
 For Horses and other Animals.
 McLesn's celebrated Lnirnent is the only safe and reliable remedy for the of Spavin, Ring Bore Nindgalls, Splints, Unnatural Lumps, Nodes ar swellings II will never fail to Big Head Poll evil, Fistua, Old Running Sores, Sweenv if properly applied. For Sprans Bruises, Scratches Cracked Heels, Chafes Saddle or Collar Calls Cuss Sores or Wounds, it is an infallihle remedy Aplly It as directed and cnre is certain in every instance Then trife no longer with the many worthless Lin- tments offered to you Obtain a r-lpn,v of Dr. Me- Leans celebrated Llnmcat It wIa you.
 J. H. MCLEAN, Sole Proprietor.
 Corner of Third and Pine sts., St. Louis. kIo.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1859-10-05
Proclamation by the Governor. $2OO REWARD.

W HEREAS, It has been made known " to the Governor, that, in Fort Smith, Se- Sasuan county, Arkansas, on the night of 18th september lo59, "cold blooded murder was committed by one Winfield Gray upon an in oHenslve 2, Indian, named Richard Burgess and 'nat the said Gray fled from justice and is still run NOW, therefore, l. Elias N. Conway, Governor oi the State of Arkansas by virtue of the authority Ill me vested by law. do hereby offer reward of Two HUNDRED DOLLARS for the arrest and delivery oi 'he said Winfield Gray to the sheriff of Sebas- san county, Arkansas, in order hat justice may be had and executed. ff8
 m testimony whereof, have hereunto signed
 my name and caused the seal of the State IL. s.I of Arkansas to be affixed at Little Rock
 this 2oth day of Sept, A. D. 1859. 9 ELIAS N. CONWAY.
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