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Des Arc citizen., 1859-12-07
General Intelligence.

ENGLAND.-The British Government Is about to establish an inland arsenal, which will be under the charge of civilians. The establishment, of this arsenal will not supercede the one at Woolwich.
 The London Times complains that the animosity against England is engendered in France, and that the French army is taught to look upon war with England as not very far distant. The Times ap. peals to the Emperor Napoleon to stop this state of affairs. if not, his silence will produce gloomy foreboding.
 The British Government is about to pro- tect the harbor of Belfast by additional Notifications.
 SpArN.--It is announced that the French and Spanish forces have obtained additional successes over the Moors.
 The rumor that Spain had received a diplomatic note from England is contra dicted.
 NApLEs.-The King of Naples has is- sued decree permitting the Neapolitan exiles to return to their native country.
 TURKEY.-The reform proposed by the Grand Vizier has been acqWesced in by the Sultan. Willy Pacha is to be Ambas- sador of Paris. The official State Ga zette declares that the Porte has not acted definitely on the Suez ship canal project Wreck of Seventeen Vessels in
 the Baltic Sea.
 Communication between St. Petersburg and Cronstadt has been stopped by ice. Terrific gales have prevailed on the Bal tic Sea; seventeen vessels have been
Des Arc citizen., 1859-12-07

10 Likely Negroes For Sale For Cash. A FAMILY of likely negroes eight in num- "A Der for sale on fair terms, for cash Also, one woman 26 and child years old.
 oct-26- EVANS & HORNE.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Nfammoths. and Their Food.

The bones of a mammoth were discovered
about twelve years ago, in place in Orange
county, in the State of New York and that
case was peculiarly interesting on three ac-
counts: lst. Every bone of the huge animal
was found and put in its place, to form the
campete skeleton; except very few OF those
of the feet I'd. The oil of the bones was
still there; and Sd, a large quantity Of Its
food was found, which must have been swal
lowed only a few minutes before its DEATH -
This proved to be bits Of the twigs of trees
so that the animal must have lived on brows
ing, and probably was harmless and inotfen
siye in its nature and habits. 1t was sup
posed, some years ago, at least by some wri-
ters that the mammoth was furious wild
beast; and afterwards, when the mastador
was distinguished from the mammoth, 1t was
concluded by some, that the former was a
beast of prey, and that it must have fed on
flesh for it could not have grazed, as 1t had
no neck and no trunk
In several instances the remains OF the
food of the mastodon have been found among
their bones; and, in 1856, Professor Gray oi
Boston. examined specimens OF that touno
with a skeleton dug up at Schooleys Noun
tain, New Jersey. 1t consisted OF twlgs and
small branches Of some tree, all broken into
bits about an inch long, doubtless by the an
imals teeth. They were all in natural con
dition, not petriied, or in any manner
changed from wood, except that they were
little decayed The professor examined them EN-
closely with microscope, after cutting them
into very thin slices; and discovered tha'
they were marked with circular lines OF
disks, like all the different kinds OF mrs
pines, DC, which bear cones. He concluded
that it was the common hemlock spruce
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

The Orange county mammoth or mastodon
must have lost his life by sinking in small
swamp, near the summit of hill, as his
skeleton was found buried near the edge of a
piece of wet, soft ground on which he had
stepped from the firm soil, Ewithout perceiv.
ing the difference; and there he appeared to
have struggled violently to extricate himself
but in vain for his head and shoulders were
considerably elevated above his back, and his
whole body was in slanting position. The
skull was nearest the surface, and was discov.
cred, by being struck with pickaxe, bv a
laborer who was digging in that spot He
at first took it for rock.
One more remarkable fact remains to be
mentioned of that skeleton, to understand
which 1t must first be remarked, that it had
before been difficult to determine the length
of those animals compared with their height.
ms arose from the uncertainty of the dis
tance between the joints of the backbone, or
vertebra. The cartilage which had been be-
tween them had been decayed; and its
thickness could not be ascertained.-
Now it happened that the orange county
mastodon had been wounded. some time be
fore its death, and had a rib broken; and
the callous from the broken rib had extended
to rib next it, and so Joined both together
at their natural distance. This guide was
found, for 'acing all the ribs and vertebra at
their proper distances and, when the skele-
ton was exhibited in New York, the specta.
tors knew that it presented its due proper.
tion.--N Y Ledger
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
All About n Name.

The Cincinnati Enquirer says that a suit
for divorce is now pending in our courts be-
tween a man and his wife, who, it is said.
have lived together very happily for wear.
At its close a child was born, and became the
cause of the domestic difficulty that will end
in their separation. In this case, it NAV be
truly said, the dissension was nominal, being
all about an innocent name given to an limo
cent child. The wife intimated to the hus
band that she would like to have the child
called Athol at this, the liege lord objected :;
she urged; he refused she wept; he grew
more obstinate, and said she need not hone
to shake his resolution by her tears-he was
marble when principle was involved.
The wife pronounced his conduct brutal,
and by way of sustaining her assertion, he
swore roundly. The result was tremend.
Gus scene, such rs can occur between married
people only, and which de6es description
elimination and re-crimination followed :;
tears were commingled with oaths; little
shrieks with threats; clasping of hands with
stamping of heavy boots; and pacing to and
fro of agitated bodies. II cannot. | will not
endure this. madam" came at last, and bv
way of reply in cool, sarcastic manner
"You have your remedy, sir, and assure
you l have no disposition to suffer longer
from your tyranny. The life of our infant
depends upon mine; and for whose sake
cannot consent to die of broken heart" and
here the wife snatched up the babe from the
cradle, and pressed it convusively to her
bosom, sobbing, Poor little innocent, your
mother will not desert you !"
The husband was now frantic and, fear
ing he would explode with rage, sna .ched up
his hat and left the room hurriedly. The
next morning, after consulting his attorney,
he applied for a divorce, and his wife consen
ted with exceeding complacency.
At the bottom of this affair lies the strange
monster jealousy. The name the mother was
anxious to give the child is said to be that of
particular friend of hers before marriage
and to whom it was reputed she was at one
time engaged. The husband having heard Of
this intimacy, was inclined to mention it Sc
riously to his wife, but he thought he would
let it pass. When she appeared so determin-
ed, however, to name his son after a former
lover, he believed it proof of the infidelity
Of her heart to her lawful husband, and ac-
ted foolishly, as Jealous men invariably do.
The truth is as We understand it, that the
divorce seeking husband had no cause what.
ever to be Jealous of his wife, q most amiable
and estimable lady, to whom Athol, the adult
was merely friend The name she liked
very much, and thought if she ever had
son. she would so christen him, without the
least regard to him who had borne it origi-
nally. This story she found it impossible to
make her husband believe, and concluding
from his late conduct that he would render
her life unhappy, she looks with satisfaction
upon the coming separation. What an ado
about a simple name.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Sniktaw on Nicaragua and Patriotism.

The Assembly lately had gassy debate
on the following resolution:
ReSoLUed, That the interests of our whole
country demand that the Government of the
United States should, if possible, acquire by
negotiation or other fair means such portion
of the Territory of Nicaragua as is necessary
to secure for all time to come free trnnsit of
the Isthmus of Nicaragua
Watkins, of Siskiyou, "spread himself" on
it in the following strain of exquisite ridicule,
as reported in the Union
am opposed to the discussion of this
question. If it is in order, | move that all
these questions be referred to every man who
is an aspirant for Congress. Laughter l
am opposed to the discussion of any such
questions. There is an old maxim, "When
in Rome do as Romans do" and, as patriot
ism. filibustering, ETC., seem to be the order
of the day, | am going to count myself in
Laughter. The gentleman from San Joaquin
(Mr Laspeyre) wanted to know if we've
the American people-"must lie supinely on
our backs p | would like to know what 9TH
er position we are going to lie in2 Laugh
ter He also says "What are the French
feet doing in the Atlantic Ocean?" It's my
opinion they are laying off for a chance to
shoot into our ships and would respectful
ly say to the French or any other nation,
that if they only shoot into our ships two or
three times, we don't care; but when they
come to five and Elk, let 'em look out for
earthquakes Laughter. Sir, the car of
progress is travelling fast Already it has
scaled the peaks Of the Alleghanies, fearlessly
crossed the Rocky Mountains and the snow
clad Sierras, and is fastening on to lave its
burning axle in the waters of the calm Paci-
fc That once dwindling institution known
as the American flag is now known as the
greatest institution in the world; and that
same little band that SO bravely fought at
Bunker Hill, Saratoga and Yorktown have
Remainder of sentence was inaudible. Eel
low citizens laughter 1t is no wonder
we are so pugilistic in our duty, when we
take into consideration that we're able to lick
the balance of creation, singly, because we've
got more money A man that has hundred
thousand dollars in his pocket feels that he
could whip most anything. and q nation with
swelling resources is bound to throw over
any nation not SO rich as they are. 1t is on
this principle that we licked the InjGa- n the
days of yore; and we intend to keep on lick
ing them till we have finished them or ex
terminated ourselves, Laughter. We
may, perhaps, save few for specimens. Be
fore go any further l would suggest that
we pass a bill to declare war Well, the
people may ask if the car of progress can
not be stopped. say, most emphatically,
that it can't. You can't stop it; all we can
do is to step aside and give it a chance. Our
destiny is to rule the sea and go careering
over space we're bound to annex creation
sometime. Taking, perhaps, the same idea
that the quaker gave his son: "Get money
honestly, if you can but, anyhow, get mo-
ney"-if we can't get Nicaragua by peaceable
means, well knock her down and drag her
out. Laughter
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
4ailg YatlonaI 9emotrat.
Jockey Club Meeting.

In accordance with previous notice, tenn
porary meeting of the Yuba County Jockey
Club was held at the Club House, Marysville,
at o'clock, P. M.
On motion, II. Barnett was called to the
Chair, and E. NJ Peirson chosen Secretary.
The object of the meeting was stated by
the chair, as previously advertised.
Twenty-Five persons enrolled their names
as members of said Club.
On motion, the meeting adjourned until
Tuesday evening next, at Z o'clock, then to
effect a permanent organization
E. NJ. PEIRsoN, Sec'y.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
An Incident in the Douglas Election
Getting even with the President.

The ST. Louis correspondent of the Bulle-
tin says:
The Legislature of Illinois, since the elec
tion of Douglas to the Senate, has attracted
no attention and performed no act that would
be of the least interest to your California
readers The act of returning Douglas, an
important one ofitself, and proper or impro-
per- as those who are well or i'll effected to-
wards him may think, has had many pleas.
ant or harmonious consequences. One of the
latter kind | shall relate; it is worthy Ct cir
culation In the city of Quincy, Adams CO.,
the Herald, the leading Democratic paper Of
that district, was edited by Austin Brooks, a
young printer, who for wit and waggery is
unapproached by any of his fellow craftsmen
in Illinois. During the Presidential canvass,
Brooks labored faithfully and effectively for
his party. and after Mr.. Buchanan's election
was rewarded. therefor, with the Quincy
post office. lie filed the place honestly and
with fidelity, but was suspected of Douglas
proclivities when that gentleman went off
from the Administration on the Lecompton
bill. One Dr. Leib, of Chicago, an Admin
istration spy, was detailed to watch him, on
ascertaining which Brooks told him to save
himself the trouble, that he was Doug as
man, and that ifit would facilitate the agent
at all in the discharge of his duty of watching
postmasters, he would give him an affidavit
to that effect, sworn to before any Justice OF
the Peace in the town. DR.. Leib, of course,
made due note Of this confession, and report
ed it to headquarters. The citizens of Quin-
cy, anticipating Brooks removal sent pc
tition to Washington, signed without dis
tincton of party, asking for his retention. 1t
was unavailing, however, and he paid, like
many hundreds of Others for his temerity,
with his official head. The day his removal
was announced in Quincy, d Democratic Con
vention was in session to nominate candl-
date for the State Senate, Three candidates
whose names were under ballot, instantly
withdrew, and Brooks was nominated by
acclamation. A triumphant election follow
ed and the ex-Postmaster had the satisfaction
at Springfield. the other day, of casting the
first vote for Douglas, his name, according to
alphabetical arrangement being the first on
the roll. When the ballot began, he yelled
out douglas" with an emphasis that brought
a cheer and laugh from the crowded gale
ries and the result of the ballot was barely
announced, before he bolted for the telegraph
office to send the following message;
SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS,
January 5, 1859.
To His Excellency James Buchanan, President Of
the United States:
Senatorial election held to-day. our man re.
ceved filty-four votes; your man forty-slx. All
right! AUSTIN BkoOkS,
State Senator, late p. NJ. at Quincy.
He might have intensified his revenge up
on Old Buck by rot particularizing Lincoln
as the Presidents candidate. Judge Breese,
who was the Lecompton Democratic candi-
date did not get single vote, and had not
one party friend in either house to put him
in nomination.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
The following are the reason. va

The following are the reasons why
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ton to the people Of California; has with unpar-
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flrstly-lt never fails to restore Gray Hair to its
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CO. RICE, COFFIN 4 CO.,
noYl4-qr Sole Agents, MarysyiIle
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

ELLIS LYONS AN INNOCENT MAN.-Mr Ellis
Lyons, who sold package of cotton twine.
purporting to be Is pounds weight, but
which contained three pounds of pasteboard.
was, we are now satisfied. not cognizant OF
the fraud. j. Bryant Hill, to whom it was
sold, upon making Investigations. discovered
that the package had been purchased by
Lyons of De Ro d Eldridge with whom it
had been placed for sale by Eggers d Co.,
who received it, together with other packa
gSS, lately from New York. 1t appears that
the packages had not been unpacked after
their arrival here so that the fraud was
probably perpetrated by some scamp in New
York. The matter will be further investi-
gated by Eggers & Co. So far as Mr.. Lyons
is concerned, he had clearly and conclusively
shown that he was perfectly innocent in sell
ing the package, and we gladly afford space
Tor his justification. .-BuIletin. Friday.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
NOTICE TO TURFMEN.

TENHERE will be a Meeting at the CLUB HOUSE, up
Il stairs, on SATURDAY, 9th inst at o'clock p.
NJ to organize Club for the Spring and Fall Races,
in accordance with the plan set forth in the articles
Of agreement published below, which articles or 9TH
similar to them expected to be subscribed to
by the members of the Club.
We, the undersigned subscribers, agree to pay the
sum of $40 each, for Spring and Fall Meeting which
is to be held over the Marysvlle Park in the year
1859. The subscription funds, entrance money and
the proceeds Of the gates to be put together and
divided by committee Of three, to be chosen by a
majority Of the members of this Club, into Purses
and given by them for the Improvement and Trial Of
Speed Of Horses. The expenses of printing and col
lecng shall be paid out Of the funds at the close OF
theSpring Meeting; there shall be 800 retained in
the Treasury TO defray the expense of collecting and
advertising for the Fall Meeting. All other moneys
are to be given in Purses. During each Meeting all
members have free privilege to all parts of the Park
During the week Of each meeting the Club will have
the entire control of the Course. 5. Q. Ellis keeps
the Course in good order for the Club, during each
meeting at his expense; also, stabng for horses
is to be free Of charge TO the Club. 1t is further nn-
dersood that any damage to fences stands or STAPLES
caused by the neglect carelessness OF this OnD,
during their Race Meetings, shall be made good by
said Club The officers of this Club shall consist ot
President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary
feb4-3t
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

The POLICE COURT No PLACE FOR FAMILY
QUARRELs john Driscoe was called in the
Police Court this morning on charge of
petty larceny, being accused of stealing a
shawl 1t appears that the shawl was worn
by his step-daughter, who refuses to live at
his house. but whom he desired to go home.
While she was walking on the street the
other evening he seized the shawl and took
it home, not with the intention of stealing,
but to induce her to go home, if possible
The charge was preferred by j. G. Flanders,
who. it appears, was walking with the step
daughter at the time of the difficulty. The
young woman charges that her step father is
cruel, and he charges that she does not at
tend to her duties There is, indeed nothing
more nor less. perhaps, than family quar-
rel between them. As there was no petty
larceny in the case, the accused was dis
charged.-S f. Bulletin, Friday
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

For a quick and perm0me.t u~r. a..
Coughs, Colds, Influenza, Hoarseness, Pains in the
side and breast, Soreness of breast and lungs Night
sweats, Inflammation Of the Lungs and Throat, moth
ing IN the fo, m Of medicine equals DR.. WISTAR'S
BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY for any of the above
named diseases, and sincerely trust that all who
afflicted may test its excellence. The genuine has
fac smile of the signature of Henry Wistar, NJ D.
Philadelphia; and Sanford & Park on a finely execu.
ted steel engraved wrapper Therefore, be cautious
None else is genuine all else is spurious worthless
and deleterous. For sale by
PARK WHITE,
I32 Washington street,
San Francisco.
RICE, COFFIN CO, Druggists,
m =.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
The grent popularity of Hostetter,.

The grent popularity of HOstetter,s
Stomach Btters, prepared by the eminent physician,
Dr. j. Hostetter, is unbounded. Daily does he re-
ceve the voluntary testimonials of the afflicted who
have been cured of standing diseases, through
the use Of the "Bitters" and daily the sle of this
medicine Is increasing, and extending its sphere of
usefulness among suffering humanity. For removing
all morbid matter from the stomach regulating the
bowels strengthening the entire body, and impartng
vigor and tone to tle entire human system, it cannot
be equalled. We would recommend all to Immediate
ly procure bottle of the Biters, and their ailments
viii vanish like snow before a scorchng sun.
CAUTI0N.-The genuine are put up in full quart
bottles, with the name "Dr. J. Hostetters Stomach
Btters" blown on the glass, and also stamped toe
cap covering the cork, with the autograph of clos
letter Smith" the label. We give this caution,
in order that persons may not be deceived by any OF
the numerous counterfets and mitatigns now in mar
ket.
Sold by all respectable Druggists, Liquor and Gro
Gerry Dealers everywhere.
*. WIDEMANN, Agent,
Dealer in Wines and Liquors, corner of Third and D
streets, MArysvlle.
PARK WHITE, Agents,
1S2 Washington street,
jan2o-lm San Francisco.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
RI. MCDONALD & CO.

Importing and Wholesale Druggi't'.
Have just received per clippers,
100 bbls Plaster Pars 800 bbls water proof Cement
30 bbls Marble Dust; so bbls Whiting
80 carboys Sulph Acids; 100000 Soda Corks;
100 jars Citric Acid so bales Soda Twine;
20 bbls Irish Moss; 10 bales Fresh Hops.
With a complete assortment Of Brewers. and Soda
Material to which invite the attention Of Dealers
1879 Street, Sacramento by
novl9-3m r. II. MCDONALD 20.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

e Let no false delicacy prevent ysu from consult
ing Dr. CHAs. II. TozER, of Sacramento, who has at
tended and cured many within the last four years
and all you who have means to pay can find in
him friend who will make charges for examina-
tions or advice We would recommend all who are in
trouble to call him and also TO look over his trea
tise on venereal in another part Of this paper. The
Doctors Office is on Sixth street, between and X,
Sacramento. nov4-yr
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Sperial Aotites.

MarySViileiH. II. SOciOty.-An members
are hereby requested to attend regular monthly
meeting to be held SUNDAY, 9th inst, at II o'clk
A. NJ, at their rooms on first street
JOS LARK Seciv
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

WIN. II. DAILY, ESQ.,.
Dear Sir-Your ''AROMATIC VALLEY WHISKEY'
is received and after careful examination, find it to
be pure article, entirely free from the adulterating
ingredients so frequently used.
JAMES J. MAPEs, Chemist.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Notice.

Hyou wantto smoke something very fine,
Then try John S. Bowman's Genuine.
NEW CORNER TOBACCO AND CIGAR STORE.
leo Cor. I'd and D sts., MarysvilIe.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06

ENEw YORK, April 9th 1858.
have analysed sample Of "DALY'S AROMATIC
VALLEY WHISKEY, - and find it TO be pure article,
Of fine flavor, and without any deleterous admixture
JAMER Il. CHILroN, NJ. D., CHEMIST.
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Daly's Aromatic Valley WhiSkey

Is put up in containing dozen bottles each
e1E- For sale by all the principal Liquor Houses
San Frnnciscn nov2i 3mis
Daily national Democrat., 1859-02-06
Premium Hair Tonic.

warranted to restore Grey Hairs to their origi.
nal color and thin decayed hairs to their youthful
luxuriance and beauty. Also, to cure, eTectually,
Scurf and Dandruf. Reasons why 1t should be used
in preference to any other preparation for the hair
Erst-One bottle will restore grey hairs to their
original Color
Second-One half bottle will cure the worst case Of
Dandruf.
Third-rhere is no oil in this preparation, and |.
not soil the finest linen.
This Is chemical preparation and has been manu-
factured for many years in the Atlantic States, and is
offered to the public and guaranteed the best Hair
Restorative now in use
~ This Hair Tonic awarded special diplo-
ma at the State Fair Marysville, August
Manufactured only at the Drug Store of
s. T. WATTS, Marysville.
And sold by f. T. SPENCE, Nevada.
DR.. W. p. FLINT, Forbestown
nov2s-my CLARK GIBSON, EaQlevile.