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The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Liberal Rropozidon.

Many of our readers have signifed a
desire for more literary matter, and great
ee attention TO Eastern news. We have
just succeeded in making very favorable
arrangement with the publishers of the
UNITED STATES JOURNAL, a monthly pub
lication, containing thirty-two pages in
each number. suited for binding, by which
we can give it as premium to every one
of our present subscribers who will send
Us two dollars for renewal OF their SUBJ
scriptions, or for any new subscriber they
may forward us for one year, inclosing at
the same time two dollars. This will en-
sure the HERALD OF FREsDoN one whole
year from the time of subscribing, which
will contain the popular tale to which we
have already called the readers attention,
and the U. s. JOURNAL, the subscription
price of which is fifty cents year.
The long winter nights are now setting
in the political elements are subsiding
into calm and we are determined to
make a newspaper which shall be second
to none in Kansas. We can and will do
it, and only ask for a goodly number Of
paying subscribers to meet expenses
Send in your names and money, and try
us-tf.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Thanksgiving Proclamation

"The scar and yellow leaf" admonishes
US that another year is drawing to close.
The bounteous harvests are chiefly gath
cred, and the homes of our citizens are be-
ing embellished with the rich blessings that
flow from "seed time and harvest" Indus
try, in our new Territory, just shaping into
life and civilization, has everywhere been
amply rewarded by "sunshine and shower"
Peace and Safety have entered every ham
let, and quiet reigns supreme over our
goodly heritage.
For these manifold blessings, let us re-
turn our heartfelt thanks to Him who
knows all things-rules all things, and with
out whose protecting arm, all human effort
must fail, and chaos return to darken the
world.
l, SAMUEL MEDARY, Governor of the
Territory Of Kansas, do, therefore, hereby
appoint and set apart THURSDAY, thu
Path day of November, in the year Of our
Lord, one thousand eight hundred and fifty
nine, as day of Thanksgiving and Prayer
to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe, and
recommend it's appropriate observance by
the citizens of the Territory.
r1 In testimony whereof, l have
hereunto set my hand, and caus.
ed the seal of the Territory to be affixed.
Done at Lecompton, this 31st day of DC.
tober, A. d. 1859.
By the Governor: s. MEDARY.
H. S. WALSH,
Secretary of the Territory.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

VI 1t has been asserted, time and time
again, that FREDERICK Brown, a son of
Old John Brown, was shot in the high
way, while on his way to Osawa atomic, by
Martin White. Will the latter or some
other person acquainted with the details
of the case, furnish us the particulars for
publication l.? 1t has also been represent
ed that Mr.. W. was a Free State man.
We have one statement of this affair, sus
tanned by the affidavit of a person, Ret
State man, t0ho soas tOih FREDERIcE
Brown at the time he ,0as slain. 1t does
not agree with the statements made by
the letter writers at the time, and those
which have copied from them since
We desire the whole truth without any
lodging, and we trust it will be forth.
coming,
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Moi QuiliY.

We are glad to observe that GERRIT
SMITH has explained his connection with
Old John Brown, in a manner which must
be satisfactory, that he had no con nection
whatever with, nor was not privy to that
insane movement at Harper's Ferry.
We are glad, too, that Mr.. GIDDINas
has come out so squarely and exouorsted
himself, for we feel like inquiring with
the poet:
"Oh, is there not some chosen curse,
Some hidden thunder in the store Of Heaven,
Red with uncommon wrath, TO blast the wretch
Who builds his hope on his country's ruin2"
Whatever we have said on the subject
duplicating Mr.. SMITH in that affair, W.
cheerfully withdraw.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
The Elechona,

The election returns are coming for
ward very fast. The counties bordering
on Missouri. as far as heard from, have all
gone Democratic, as have some of the in
terror counties. The Democrats have FIVE
members, certain, out of the thirteen in
the Council, and probably will have over
third of the House, enough to make the
Executive veto of some account in future
legislation.
1t is probable Mr.. PARRoTr is elected,
but his majority will not exceed one
thousand, and may fall below five hun
dred. If the Pixies Psaksrs voted, as it
is said arrangements were made for their
doing, it will be several weeks before we
know the actual result, though the chances
will be favorable for the success of Mr.
JOHNSTON.
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Secretary of the Territory.

BALTIMORE, Nov. 4.
The Congressional delegation from this
State will be as follows:
First district-Jas. A. Stewart, Demo-
crat.
Second district-Edwin Il. Webster,
American.
Third district j. Morrison Harris,
American.
Fourth district H. Winter Davis,
American.
Fifth district-Jac acob NJ. Kunkle, DEM
ocrat.
Sixth district-Geo. W. Hughes, Dem.
ocrat.
The political complexion will be the
same as in last Oohgtess-three Demo
Gratis and three Americans.
The Democrats will have majority in
both branches of the Legislature 25
Americans and 40 Democrats are elected
to the House, and 9 Americans and q
Democrats to the Senate. One district il
yet to be heard fron.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Tia Pas, and Present.

We were glad to observe among the
,sv advertisements last week, good one
FINN Mr.. STEARNs. It reads we'll, and is
,,rtsinly very worthy document, and if
4, ,bipgs him a crowd of frst class, cash
r,ving customers, as it ought to, we shall
- truly glad. Mr.. STEARNs commenced
here in the fall of 1856, dealing in squash
. pumpkins, turnips, &c. His salesroom
x,s little mud cabin in the rear of the
building since erected and known as the
Morrow House. Gradually he has en-
lrssd bis business, and, finally, his sales
won, until, at the present time, his fine
,t,se.story brick front looks as well az
establishment on Massachusetts street,
sd bis place of trade i second to none
for the traffic in which he is engaged
With q fine, well ventilated basement, and
excellent rooms on three floors above, the
readers Can readily understand the differ
snce between his present surroundings,
idd those Of '55. His stock, instead of
being limited to twenty or thirty dollars
in value, is now said to amount to several
thousands, and is constantly increasing
with the demands of trade. 1t is univer-
sally conceded that Mr.. s. is a very cor
rect and efficient business man that he
keeps an abundance of groceries, provi-
sODs, and, at the present time, a general
variety Of dry goods, &c. All these he is
selling lower than the market will justify;
but he is determined to keep up with the
times, though he should fail. The only
complaint with our friend is, he is little
shaky on politics; but as he does not of.
fer these for sale, giving most of his time
to selling goods, we are sure the thousands
who visit Lawrence from the distant parts
of the Territory, will call upon him, and
some of them will be sure and replenisl
their larder or wardrobe from his exten
sive stock.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
A Partisan Dodge,

The Lawrence Republican, edited by s.
0. Thacher, the Republican%andidate for
Judge, announces james Christian as the
Democratic candidate for judge in opposi-
ton to himself. 1t is as well known to
the editor of that sheet as to any one, that
Mr.. Christian is no more a Democratic
candidate for judge than Republican
candidate for that Office, standing as he
does independent of party in this contest.
So unmanly and low political pettifogging
as Thacher is now engaged in will react
upon himself at the ides of December.
Even Republicans will be forced to con-
clude that so recklessly partisan an editor
is utterly unfit to wear the judicial er.
mine.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

OF In the contest last Saturday for
the election of delegates to the Republi-
can county convention, to nominate can
didates for the State Legislature, it gave
US pleasure to observe that our business
men, and a very large majority of our best
citizens sustained the Anti-Lane ticket.
Though defeated, it was by combination
Of men and interests, which have no nat
ural affinity for each other, and whose
only objec: was to secure the spoils of Of
ice. The Right can afford to be defeated
at such time, and in such a manner.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
LARGE Oorn Orb

Ar. SoLokoN is now engaged in erect
Ing corn crib on Kentucky street, one
hundred feet long and twenty feet wide.
As soon as completed, which will be by
the inst Of December, he will be prepared
70 receive any amount of corn at current
rates, in exchange for dry goods, clothing,
boots, shoes, &c. See advertisement else
where.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

Wisconsin shows Republican gains over
the vote of 1857.
McClellsnd is probably elected from
the Springfield district in Illinois, BY 1000
to 5000 majority,
In New York the moDgrel Republican
and Democratic ticket indoDed by the
Americans, is undoubtedly elected.
Gov. Banks is reelected Governor of
Massachusetts, by $4,000 majority over
Butler.
Olden, the nominee of the Republicans
and Americans, is elected Governor in
New jersey.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Fraa Rsliaion. Mas,ina

The Society of Religious Progress"
will hold its weekly meeting in Liberty
Hall next Sunday evening at 616 o'clock.
Subject for discussion, the same as on last
Sunday evening, viz: "The Personality
Of the Deity" By a vote of the Society
it was decided that the meetings in fu-
ture shall close at, or about y O'Clock
All persons interested are invited TO par
tcipate in the discussion.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

" The Douglas county Board of
Supervisors will meet at the Court House,
in Lawrence, on Monday next, to transact
county business. Persons having bills
against the county, or other business with
the Board, should attend to it before they
adjourn, as they will not convene again
until April. We are glad to see they do
not hold sessions as often as formerly.
Were We to suggest, it should be that they
hold sessions during the regular terms ol
the District Court. This would greatly
facilitate the convenience of persons hav.
ing business to transact bsfore the County
Board.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
ali nalivsr

On last Saturday night Harry Hudson,
the only occupant of the new stone Jail.
made his departure fof parts unknown
The Jail is not quite completed, the up
per floor not being laid down. He picked
out . portion of the partition wall, and
went up through the aperture, supposed
to have been made by beef rib, it being
the only thing in the cell, except few
pairs of blankets. As he started up
wards We have good reason to believe he
went to Heaven.-Olathe Herald.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

or It is stated that, while the culture
Of wheat in the United States has not
Increased in proportion to our population,
and in some States is declining or station
sry, that of our great national staple, In
dian corn, has retrograded in no State, the
crop being estimated at four hundred mil
lions in 1850, over seven hundred mil
lions in 1855, and fully eight hundred
millions in 1856.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
pemaern,i. numiaatiors

The Democratic nominations in the
District comprising Shawnee, Jefferson
and jackson counties are:
For the Senate-Hon. C. Z. Holiday,
of Shawnee, Hon. G. B. McClellsnd, Of
Jefferson.
For the House of Representatives
John Martin, of Shawnee; VIM. P. Rob-
erts, of Shawnee; s. P. Thompson, Of
Shawnee; james H. Jones, of Jefferson;
N. c. Smith, Of Jefferson; Samuel Ash
more, Of jackson; Nathaniel Boydstan, Of
jackson; j. G. Thompson, of jackson.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
MISCELLANEOUS /:

RIGHT SMART OF HATS and CAPS.
Seal skin, Beaver, Lambs wool lined. Kid. Goat
Cashnsre, Isle Thread WOrsted' WOODEN and
Full assortment Of GAUNTLETS.
Comfortables and Zephyr Scarf:. uoons
Fancy Knit, Opera and Jenny Lind HOODS,
Ladies' Zephyr BASQuES..
10 bales Heavy WoOisn BLANKETS.
500 pairs Stockings.
Cot Cotton. Whi Whit. and Colored HOSIERY.
A fne stock Of BONNETS and RIBBONS.
Velvet and other Trimmings;
Artifoial Flowers and Ostrich Plumes.
Needles. Pins and Threads:
Knitting, Moravian and other Flourishins Cot
ton.
Woolen and Merino Undershirts and Drawers.
OyerAlls and Check Shirts.
The IARGEsT 1Rs ST LOT Of COATS. VESTS and
sd pasaf a.se. BSSfs sssi sFsnSns saS nsaoEs L kn
50 boxes Caters, VictoriAs, Jenny Lind Boots.
BqskiRil THRkkiRsS sIiP;; e.
1EWASaaENG WoobkN sns s4ff,L Willow WARE.
LOOKING GLASSES,
0UEENSWARE,
GLASSWARE,
DOLLS and TOY DRUMS.
TOY STEAMBOATS, and HACKS.
YANKEE N0TIOES-Ereat variety.
OUTFITTING GOODS,
PERFUMERY-ehoiee lot,
CHINA and BRITANNIA TEA SETS.
PINE LUMBER,
DOORS and WINDOWS
9x6.
windows-slazed and UNBIASED: sxp. 10 Z
u. 9xH. xH-
M. SOLOMON,
BIG BRICK BUILDING.
Massachusetts, Street, LAwrsnee, Ksasas
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Webster. DIodon.ry-n.v Pictorial Edition.

Wsbsisrs Dichonary-Hew Pictorial Edition.
We find on our table specimen pages Of
new edition OF this standard dictionary.
Webster has always been preferred by US
to Worcester, and is justly entitled to the
position of a national standard in all mat
ters pertaining to lexicography. The new
edition has fifteen hundred pictorial illus
trations, nine thousand to ten thousand
new words and meanings, valuable table
of synonyms prepared by Prof. Goodrich,
etc., ETC., in addition to all the matter Of
previous editions. The price is $6 so.
Address G. g. C. Merriam, Springfield,
Mass.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Eloafing Bridge

Messrs. Litell and Wright will immedi-
stely commence the contraction of float
bridge across the Kaw at this place. 1t
is to be built upon boats or floats fourteen
feet wide, with intervening spans of
twenty feet, and as soon as completed
will, for all practical purposes, be worth
40 mitch to our city as the finest suspen-
sion bridge would be.
The proprietors propose to have it fin
ished by the time emigration sets in next
spring. Topeka Tribune
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

OF The Common Council of this city
has ordered good sidewalks on both sides
OF Massachusetts, street. to be put up at
the expense of the property owners on
that street. Many have already complied
with the ordinance. In cases of failure,
the work will be done at the expense Of
the city, and be charged as taxes to the
delinquents.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

1t will be seen that, like California, this
region may not only produce enough to
supply heavy population, but that it
may export largely. We doubt, if all
things considered, an equal area of soil
can be found on the globe which is as
rich in undeveloped resources as the new
State of Jefferson.-& 10. Free Dem.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

or The libel suit of Warden vs. Star
buck & Co., proprietor Of the Cincinnati
Times, was decided On Saturday. The
jury found verdict Of one cent damages
for the plaintiff. Libel suits against news
papers don't begin to pay.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Trial Of the Insurrseionisss.

CHARLEsTowN, Va, Nov. 4.
Coppie, who was found guilty yester-
day, has not yet received his sentence.
Shields Green, one of the negro pris-
oners, was tried to-day. The evidence is
closed, and the case will be submitted to
the jury tomorrow.
Copeland is for trial, and on Monday i,
is expect Stevens will be tried.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
New MaIl Arfanssmsa,-Iaspsrtani damage

The Post Master General has ordered
that the mail service from Westport to
Lawrence, Lecompton, Topeka and Fort
Riley, shall hereafter be extended to this
city. This will be a great relief to our
business men, shortening their communica-
ton with the Kansas Valley twenty.four
hours. The new schedule is now in ope-
ration, and letters mailed by 8 O'Clock this
evening will be in Topeka by O'Clock to-
morrow evening. The mail closes at
O'Clock p. NJ, each day, for all points west,
south Of the Kansas river.-Ransas City
Jewrnol of Commerce.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Dry eoOd0s

cases Phillips, Aliens. Cocheco. Conestoga.
and q general assortment English, French and
American PRINTS,
Large lot De Laines, Bareges. Alpaca, Coburgs,
Merino.
French and Scotch Plaids.
SILKS, SATINS and vELYETS.
Velvetines, Cambrics, Selisia, Jeans, Serge,
Lasting.
Cloaklng and Cloak5.
Plaid and Check Gingharns.
bbapdketchiefs, aaces; saconetf bsI,eo MusFns. I'm.
broideries. x j.
SHIRTINGS.
TickinRs, Checks, Stripes, Denims.
Toweling and Table Linen.
CHENILLE, PLAID and other SHAWLS.
BROAD CLOTHS.
LADIES' CLOTH.
| Cassimeres, Doeskins, Satinets, Beaver, Pilot,
Kentucky Jeans, TWeeds and other Cloths.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Gov. Wise csnno, Gran, a Pardon.

RICHMOND, Va, Nov. z.
It is ascertained that, under the laws
of Virginia, the Governor cannot pardon a
person convicted Of treason against the
Commonwealth, except with the consent
of the General Assembly, declared BY
joint resolution. This rids Gov. Wise Of
all responsibility in the matter. What
the Legislature win do, is not known.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

or We do not believe there has been q
time in the history of Kansas when money
has been 30 scarce, and difficult to obtain
as at present The times grow more strin.
gent daily.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

H We learn that the sales at Solo,
MONS have equalled nearly two hundred
dollars day for the last two weeks. 30
much for bringing q good stock Of goods
into market.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

GsJohn Wentworth Of Chicago puts
forth the following as the --latest ticket"
Motto, popular Sovsreignty-6ght it
out!' For President, 0sawatomie Brown.
For Vice-Presidsnt Stephen A. Doug
las.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

LAWhDHCu.
Whole number Of votss polled, 615.
For Delegate to Coagrsss-Parrott, 4es;
Johnston. las; majority, $50.
COuncilmen--Hendry, Rep, 4o3; Rey-
nolds, 2o4; Elder, Rep, SOL; Pile, 11s.
For Representatives, average Republi-
can vote 498; Democratic vote, 118.
For Probate Judge-Miller, Rep, 1854 /;
Spicer, DEM, 149.
For Superintendent of Common Sehools-
Cunningham, Rep, 393. Edwards, Inde-
pendent, 22o.
The vote for the balance of the county
ticket ranged nearly with that for Rep
resentatives, Caleb S. Pratt, receiving the
highest vote of any candidate.
LRcoMPToN.
Johnston, 161 maj; Reynolds, 161 maj. /;
Edwards, Isl maj.
Parrott, 130; johnson, 40.
BLANToN.
Parrott, SO maj; Hendry, SO mai; Ell
der, 36 maj; Cunningham, 10 maj.
COAL CREEK.
Parrott, 80 maj; Hendry, 80 mai; Ed
wards, 16 maj.
WILLOW SPRINGS.
Parrott, 81; Johnston, 4; Hendry, 81;
Reynolds, 8; Cunningham, So; Edwards,
IL.
BIG SPRINGS.
Parrott, 80; Johnston,4.
The reported majority of Cunningham
over Edwards, in all but FIVE precincts, il
40. This may be reversed in them and
Edwards elected.
Parrott will not probably have more
than $50 majority in the county.
Other counties are reported as follows
Parrott. Johnston
/ Taovonunrkh oAE - n.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

o. Claggett Fitzhugh. the man who
arrested Captain John Z. Cook, at the
Mount Alto Iron Works. near Chambers
burg, Pa, Is nephew Of the celebrated
Gsnit Smith, Of Petsrhoro', n. z.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
nr..d Wall q. Gala

The last number of the Rocky Noun
tain NelOs gives the following as showing
the amount of land which can be relied
on as suitable for agricultural purposes, in
the proposed State of Jefferson:
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DRY GOODS DEPARTMENT! !

DRY GOODS Department.!
In my store, where can be obtained ct prices as
low as at any other establishment, the following
among other goods, viz
Black Cassimeres and Satinetts,
Grey I"
Plaid and Mixed
Beaverteens, jeans,
Denims; CheeRs and Stripes,
Prints and Deiaines,
White, Blue and Grey Blankets,
| Sheeting, Shirting and Ticking,
Toweling and Table Cloths,
Blue, Scarlet and White Yarn,
Ladies, Misses and Children's Hose,
Cambrics. Drillings and Patch,
Gloves. Handkerehiefs, Suspenders,
Needles, Pins, Thread and Buttons,
Combs, Tapes, Pocket Knives,
Toys, Scissors, Umbrellas,
Looking Glasses, Hats, Caps.
Ladies fine and Thick Shoes, &c., &C.,
Also sxlO. 1Oxl2. and lOxl4 WINDOW SASH,
and general assortment Of
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
HI AR ID w AR E /:

Shovels, Spades and Hoes.
Pocket and Table Cutlery.
Carving and Butcher Knives.
Shears and Scissors.
hosE Bet B.es sad csssr. Butt. and Screws,
Basting Table and Tea Spoons.
Iron Ladies'.
Powder Flasks and Shot Pouches.
SHOT and POWDER.
COLD LEAD.
Razors and Magic Strops.
Clothes Pins and Clothes Lines.
Fish Hooks and Lines.
Adse and Drawing Knives.
Taeks and Brads
Percussion Caps.
Malleable OK Bow Pins and Chains.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Special Notices.


/ hereby announce myself an Independent
Candidate for the Office Of Judge Of the Fourth
Judicial Circuit. JAMES CHRISTIAN.
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12

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50 Black and Brown DRESS COATS; $40 to sa'.
300 VESTS, from 81 IS to >l0.
500 PANTS, from 81 to %.
Also, BOYS and CHILDREN'S CLOTHING
all sorts, sizes and prices-s large stock.
vb1,s sss snS give not Us Be III SB SfS1; Sy news
PAPER BLOWING and notsy adeertistag, but
see for yourselves who sells CHEAPEST, by
carefully comparing our Goods and prices with
any in the market.
HATS AND CAPS!
Silk Hats, Stove Pipe Hats. Black and White
Mole Skin Hats, Fir Hats, Black and brown
cheap, cheap, cheapl AT SUTLIFF'S.
FURNISHING GOODS.
The place to buy Shirts. Collars, Crsyats,
Scarfs, Ties. Pocket Hdkfs, Md Gio9ses, bnek I.
dershirts and Drawers. Oyershirts, Hickory
Shirts, Hosiery and 9th or things too numerous
to mention, is at SUTLlFF'S.
TO COUNTRY DEALERS.
We will sell Goods at wholesale as low as at
st. Louis, Kansas City, or Leavenworth. Give
us call.
OUT.FITTING GOODS.
A large stock just received, at SUTLIFF'S.
Mr.. =. employs the BEST OF WORKMEN,
and with the assistance Of SINGERS FIRST
CLASS SEWING MACHINE, is prepared to
make to order on the MOST REASONABLE TEENS,
and with GREAT DISPATCH, COATS, VESTS
and PANTS, in the latest New York and Boston
Styles, and perfect fit guaranteed.
CUSTOM MADE CLOTHING
Kept constantly on hand, and sold at moderate
prices to SUIT THE HARD TIMES. Give us call
| and we will do you good in the way Of workman
ship, good material and genteel fits.
| Oct % 1852
The Kansas herald of freedom., 1859-11-12
Boots and Shoes,

Among which are the celebrated " HORACE
GREEDY" BoOT, so called from their imitation Of
the boots Horace wore in Kansas. They are
pronounced BY good judges, to be BY far the best
boot. for wear, ever brought into Kansas, and
they beat Dalton's much vsunted "cOpper-toed"
boots all hollow. They will be sold at Q very
small advance from the prices at the factory
where they were made.
AN ENTIRELY NEW FEATURE IN MY BUSINESS!
For the accommodation of my numerous pa
| irons | have established retail