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Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
From the Savannah Republican THOUGHTS OF HOME.

Te1 BY 1T. M'cAFFREY. fl
 How earnestly long For the days that are gone For the pleasure and sports of my childhood To ramble once more
 By the lakes pebbly shore, g Or my former lov'd haunts in the wild wood Where pve sat in the shade,
 By the ash and fir made, While perch'd on their branches, there ever
 were singing,
 Some bright birds of song,
 Gaily enrolling on, As their echoing notes through the forest were
 ringing.
 From the cares of this life, M From it's hustle and strife, zs.5a I then was as free, as when freedom was given In Eden's fair bowers.
 Mid sunshine and flowers, ,rl For man to enjoy, as his birthright from
 heaven. 4 f Now, each former lov'd scene, Like midsummer's dream c7t Will glide over my memory, pleasantly stcal- ing, a as
 And in fancy once more,
 By the lakes pebbly shore, I ramble again, with youths innocent feeling.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11


 A TrSNEsEEAN IN ST. Lotus. A gentleman whose appearance indicated Y that he was from the rural districts. las, week stopped nt Barnum's Hotel, and reg istered as A., from Tennesse, and bound for Kansas.
 He was placed in a room by himself, which contained all he luxures in the way of furniture incident to n iirst-class hotel. The gentlemen connected with tie hotel were polite and attentive. and al the hour in the country when the I"chelsens go ta reost." he desired to turn in, and was conducted to his room, express ing, at the same tnne, his opinion .tIa, Il was jarned splendifierous lavern,
 What his thoughts during The night were of course. we are unable 10 divine but ihe next morning long before the Shanghals- are said 10 crow half an hour earlier. because their necks are So long they see the sun much earlier than the other chickens = our hero was at the counter of,he office.
 The walchmen of the hotel was on du- " at the lime, and the following colloquy ensued: E a
 Waichman--" Are you sick, sif, or do you want anything !"
 Slrauger--.'' Wal, mo-. not sick, but q leetle dlr,y, I rode in the cars all day and slept all night; still, II you've got any spring or puddle Convenient, I'd like 10 take . splash"
 Wa;chnen--" IL Is bath then, sir, you desire.
 Slranger-" Yes, sorler. I don't know how you folks do here; but in my coonty We wash every morning. The facl is, that I've swallowed so much dust iha, a sand bar has accumulated m my throat, which will make my breakfast getagrouud, and require three straight whiskies 70 spar il of. But whar's your wash hovse?"
 Waichman '" You will find convei. fences of that kind in your room water, wash bowl, towels, etc.
 Strange No, ,har's nothing of lhe sort; and ef you'll just give ne your ski; let, I'd like to splaller my face and hands. In East Tennessee, we wash in a skillet, and them 'ere fancy fxins wa leelle too nice, with the mahogany stool and slone plate, that l rather sorter thought t would Il pity to spoil or dirty 'em. '
 We were credibly informed by a "breuls of day" young man who had just come n, that the walehman took him back agaln 10 his room, and instructed him in the inys. teries of toilet, which, though wanting in skillet, vel served ,he purpose of ab. ulion.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

How THE TMIsTLE SAVED SCOTLAND. The following IS related as the origin ol the use of the thistle as the national em- bem of Scotland: When the Danes in vaded Scotland. they avaIled themselves of the pitch darkness of night to attack the forces unawares. In approaching the Scottish forces unobserved, bareiooted to prevent their tramp being heard, one o the Danes trod upon large prickly this lie. and the sharp cry of pain which he instantly uttered suddenly apprised the Scots of their danger, who immediately ran to their arms, and defeated the foe with great slaughter. The thistle wa thenceforward adopted as the national in signia of Scotland
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

A NEw YoRK BELLE Fanny Fern gives this pen.and-ink miniature portrait Of one of tie fascinating and fashionable butterflies ,ha, hulier about the drawing. rooms ot the metropolis: nFi
 "She is very petite, holds her head op tbe side, and peeps out of her eyes squir- rel-fashion. She approaches you win a hop-skip-and. jump, which she inagines immensely fascinating, and gigglvs out [ silly laugh which she lnncies IS musical. When company is. in the sparlor she runs across the room, stopping m the middle off il, with her finges on her lip Ca favorite Iatnade) as f she were trying to ren,em- Der something then she losses back her head, smiles deprecianngly q, herself, scuitles back to an ottoman, with the hand her bracelet is upoiuppertnost on her lap, and relapaes into n pretty little revesis.s Delicious, nte lamb, How interesting it is. One feels like tying n blue ribbon around it's peck and strangling t." ,..
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

Eey- Never make use of an honest woman's name in an improper place. or at an improper tlme. or in mixed com pany. Never make assertions about her that you think are untrue. allusions that you feel she herself would blush 10 hear When you meet with men who do no scrupe to make use of woman's name in reckless manner shun them. for they are the very worst members of the com munity-men lost to every sense of hon. or, every feeling of humanity.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

SEVEN FooLs The envious man -who sends away his mutton because the person nextto hin IS eating vepison.
 2. Tie proud man--who gets wet through sooner than ride in the carTiage with his inferior. ra8 a8
 3. The jealous man-who spreads his bed with singing net,les. and iben sleeps in it. a
 1. The lligous man--who goesto law in the hope of runinIng his opponent, and gets ruined himself. A
 5. The exiravagant man--who buys q herring. and takes a cab to carry il home.
 6. The angry man-who learns 10 play inc tamborlne because lle is annoy ed by the playing oi hls neighbors piano.
 2. The os'entatioos man --wiio llumi' mates the outside of his house mos! bril- lansly. aud sits inside in the dark.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

"
 SOMETHING TO Do -Of all the misera- ble, misanihroplc, complaining creatures who walk the face of the earth (and there are great many more ihan Is at all agreeable 10 the rest of mankind ) he who has " nothing 10 do" is most to be pilied. We would not be that man. could we walk on velvet, and drink from gold, for the remainder of our days! Nothing to do but to pick out all his nelghbor's faults. and discover thofns where other people see only roses. Young man. fl you would ascertain the secret of happi- ness find something to do, and set ahou' il as if you meant Il. No matter what digging dirt is an honorable occupation I it's honoraby pursued. Nobody knows until he has tried 1t what blessing hard work may be made-not mere bone and muscle work, but that generous, hearty exerllon which enisls mind and bod y alike, and leaves ils happy influence on them both. Are you al the foot of lfe's ladder? it will help you 10 reach the top. Are you tired, or weary. or heart-siek il is the best medicament you can apply to the sore spot. Find something 10 do and do it with all the energy of your ma. lure. No one ever obtained prize worth having without working for Il, either by the head or by the hand. If you want to attain the full stature of manhood, don' s, with folded hands. waiting for the lag, gard opportunity, but go to work and make career for yourself. You will succeed if you start in the right. spirit Life Illustrated.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

THE GREATEST DUEL ON RECORD = An old Mississipplan furnishes the follow ing to the WoodvilIe { Miss Republican:
 The famous duel, in which forty or more gentlemen were engaged. in 1928. IS still remembered in Nalchez Col Jim Bowie, the famous fighter and inventor of the knife which bears his name, used to spend Ia great deal of his time in Nalchez He was challenged by a gentlemen of Alex. andria, La, whose friends, 10 the number of twenty or more, accompanied him to Natchtz 10 see fair play. knowing Bowie was desperate man and had his own friends about him. All parties went upon the field. The combalanls took their places iu the centre. separated from their friends in the rear far enough not 10 endanger them with their balls Behold the battle array thus: Twenty armed Louisianians fifty yards behind their champion and his seconds and surgeons, and opposite them, as far behind Bowie and his seconds and surgeon twenty armed Mississippians. Behold the heights of Natchez througed with spectators, and a steamer in. the river rounded to, its decks black with passengers, watching with deep interest the scene. The plan was 10 exchange shots twice with pistols, and 10 close with knives, Bowie being armed with his own terrible weapon. Al the first fire both parties escaped. At the second the Louisianan was too quick and look advantage of Bowie, who waited the word At this Bowie's second cried "foul playr' and shot the Louisianian dead The second of the latter instantly killed the slayer of his principal. Bowie drove his knife into this man. The surgeons now crossed blades, while, with loud battle cries. came on the two parties of friends. the light of battle in their eyes. In a moment the whole number were engaged in fearless conflict Dirks, pistols, and knives were used with fatal effect, until one party drove the other from the field 1 do mol know how many were killed and wounded in all. but il was dreadful slaughter. Bowie fought like lion. but fell covered with wounds. For months he fingered at the Mansion House before he fully recovered.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
ID E S A R G M Male A 6 ad 6 lsl v

THE fourth session of this School will open x on Monday, the 18th inst, under the charge and direction of 3. M. Perry, who hopes by strict attention to merit the patron- age, not only of the Town, hnt surrounding country. Every attention will be paid to or der, and especially to the intellectual and moral culture of his pupils. All scholars considered regular from time of entrance, and no deduction for withdrawal or absence, or sickness of shorter duration than one week. TERMS PER SESSION OF FIVE MONTHS, OR
 TWENTY WEEKS.
 Orthography and Reading -..... ...... S10 % The same with Writing, Geography
 Grammar and Arithmetic. 12 co The same with Ana Iyss, Philosophy,
 Physiology. Algebra, Geometry, Sc IA % Latin and Greek .-.....-..... IA co Ian11-tf. 9
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
N T-j M BEER 5b.

ssis RryoEyiNc BRA AcELtT.--A New York correspondent describes piece of ieweIry which is destined to make sensation among the female persuasion.' It tisa strap bracelet or fine link chain. of quaint Venetian pattern. The centre, sel in circular head. is q cluster of dia- monds, having an outside waving edge of blnck enamel, divided into twelve com. parlmenIe, each Deslling dazzling bril- liant Between the edge and the cenlrul glory is a vine of fine gold, in what sailors term .sruund turns, each turn embracing one of this cluster of diamonds, and from thisvIne huds of fine diamond burstainto l light. But in the centre of all are two wheels, se, 10 black enamel ground, each having eight arms, and each arm twelve l damoDds. These wheels urn on aacom- mon axle, the hub being. the. largest sdia. mond .ofpl|, and Ly an ingenious piece sof machinery which is wound up with q key, these wheels are madeto revoIve in oppo- ste directions for two hours. Imagine the effect of this pyrotechnic display ina brilliantly lighted saloon, with fair plump arIn beneath It, f you can. What adnirationait would command from the men what envyings and heart -burnings il would exoiteainsihe womenan6 zx
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 A SENSIBLE WomAS.--A few. eve- nings ago party of spiriluaisls were as sembIed in Taunton for the purpose of witnessing the usual phenomenn. Di- rectIy opposite l,yed astady who had re. cenllyYlost her .husbands aud in tue course of he evening tie spri of the deceased nude himself knownt tLroughihe medium. Thjnlsinr the widow would like to hold intercourse with her late uolnpanion. deputulion was sentto her residence to inform Der of the fact. and reques, her auendance. IL was rather late and she had retired for lhpnighi.9 On hraringthe knocking atthe door sue arose md put Her head oul at window. and imputed what was whining. On being informed that a,e spirit ofher late husband WIS awnning her aesoss he way, she repipda ahnt when liyIng lie had neverlbepn kuown 10 visit there. and that as he had got so near she thought he ul ghi q $ Wsll cntne .n his own housr and visig her; but us he did nol desire to tio SO, she would leave them 10 enter- tain htn. as they best could. With that she shut the window and Jeff her visilofs to return without her. a
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
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hR. $. CHENIyA from Louisiana. res-
 D pectfnlly notifies the Inhabitants of Des Arc and the surrounding country, that he has established himself permanently at this place for the practice of his profession, and as a speciality. those branches of it pertaining to women and children's maladies.
 Dr. Cheniya has right to hope. after a successful peactice of fourteen years in Louis sana-and nine years of which was in the city of New Orleans, that he may also deserve the confidence of generous and enlightened public. in this State
 N. B. Svphiitc diseases in all their stages are radically cured according to a modern and approved system.
 GSgr OAice-at Dr. J. J. Lanes old stand.
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Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
J0H N M c N A M [ E,
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Bes Arc. Ar K an as. c HOP ON BUENA VISTA STREET p opposite the .Nncleus House"-where he is prepared to execute all kinds of work in his line of business, in neat and fashionable style.
 July 27, 1s59.-Ttf]
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
Private Entertainment, EsY EsENRY IA SON

..AT HE OLD "A ND.. ONE MILE WEST OF DIES ARC,
 ( On Me .Wain Road 10 Fort Smith HAVING erected large and II A commod ous Building, he is now <ftt-,SA. better prepared, than even heretofore, to ac- commodate the public with entertainments
 Dgy His rates of charges are reasonable, and his ACCOMMODATIONS are inferior to none.
 lgy@ He has excellent Stables, and necessary shelters for wagons, carriages, &c.
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Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

hR. N. l.. RAGLAND. having located at t( the residence of R. B Trezevant, (formerly B. Aliens place 2t miles from Wattensaw Landing, offers his professional services 10 the public.
 iNy~ Particular attention given to deseases or women and children jan Lily.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
THE MORALITY OF WAR.

tli lnOAaL of " H.
 The very Indians, who massacre men. women and children on the plains, have their religious ceremonies. and pray to their God for success in killing men, wo- men and children. The French and Auslrians meet and slay one another by hundreds and thousands, and thousands of women and children, who were not en- gagged in battle, are also sacrificed by the folly of these Christian wars. Tie in- sligators oi those wars are just as guilty of murder, before God, as the Indians are for killing the men, women and children who are passing through their country. Wha, is the difference iu the eyes of our Father and God 5! Il is justas much mur- der to kill uniustly a million at | blow as 1t is to kill one though Dr. Young has stated that one murder makes a crnal- nal, millions make hero.' Were to make war upon an innocent people be- cause had the power 10 possess myself of their territory, their silger, gold and other property, and be the cause of slay- ing, say fifty thousand strong hale, heariy men, and devolving consequent suffering upon one hundred thousand women and children, who would suffer through prlva- lion and want, l am very much more guilty of murder than is lhe man who kills only one person, 10 obtain his pock- et- hook
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
EDUCATIONAL.

<GA <, THE fourth session of the ssDes azz Arc Female Academy,' $ under the charge and direction of
 1B Miss BLACK, will be open for the G9 reception of pupils on the First Monday of February, 1860 V80 0
 TERMS, PER SESSION OF FIVE MONTHS Orthography and Reading. .... $1o co Orthography, Reading, Writing and
 Primary Arithmetic ..... i2 % The above with Primary Geography and
 Grammar ........ ............ 14 0d High Branches.... ........... I6 % Instrumental Music .... ........... 25 co Use of instrument. ............ % (w Pupils charged from time of entering, and no deduction for withdrawal or absence, except in cases of protracted sickness.
 DEs ARc, Feb 1. 1860 -tf.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
THE GUILTY WILL DE DAMNED.

Our traditions have been such iha, we are not apt tolook upon war between two nations as murder; but suppose that one family should rise up againsl another and begin to 'slay them; would they not be taken up and tried for mugderl Then why not nations that rise up and slay each other in scientific way be equally gully of murder? :. But observe the martial array, bow splendid See the furious waf,horses, with their giitering trapping! Then the honor and glory.and pride Of the reigning king must be sustained, and the strength, and power, and wealth of the nation. must be displayed in some way, and what better way than to make war upon neighboring nations. under some slight prelexi?" Does il justify inc slay- ing of men. women and children. lhat otherwise would have remained al home in peace, because great army is doing the work? No, tie guilty will be damned fer il.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

----Ihc man who hunts for wealth hates to lose the fist (s) cent
 loop that rivers shonsd be so fuliJust where they en y themselves
 Thebest way % humble proud man is to lake 10 notice os him.
 ---Said acorceited young lady; sfou men are q covet-oas set -s
 -Ssagers are in ths habit If taking an unciyii-eyss-ed view of things.
 --Notwilhstsuding the listle noise they mase, hsy-dealeif do business on large scala.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

ea~Adyertsers by the year will be res- tricted to their legitimate business.
 ,y- Advertisements displayed by large type, or in double columns, charged double the above rates.
 feY~ Personal communications charged dou- ble the rates of regular advertisements.
 Ns5" Legal advertisements will be charged, for one square or less, first insertion S1, and 20 cents per square for each additional inser- tion.
 RT Announcing candidates for State and District offices, ST; County offices, $5; Town ship, offices $3, invariably in advance.
 G5E~ Calls on persons to become candidates are charged at the usual rates, except when pelsons making the calls are subscribers to our paper. Payment in advance.
 GT Political circulars charged as adver- tisements.
 f1F Advertisements not ordered for spe- ched time, will be inserted till forbidden, and charged for accordingly.
 fS5pA All advertising to he paid for quarterly. OUR JOB PRINTING DEPARTMENT. WE have supplied ourselves with good. assortment of Printing Material, and are ready to execute all kinds of Job Printing, on reasonable terms.
 We are prepared to print Pamphlets, Cata- logues, Posters, large or small, Cards, Ball Tickets, Bill Heads, Blanks of every descrip- ion, for Clerks, sherifs, Justices of the Peace. Constables, Sc.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
THE DIES ARC CITIZEN.
TERMs-S PER ANNUM, {,
 PAYABLE IN ADVANCE. rrrrY NUMBERS MAKING VOLUME.
v.wEs OF ADvERTIsKNG.

RMWES VE ADF EN \ HSkNG. RATES OF ADvERTIsING.-One square (10 Hines of this size type) for one insertion, S1; each additional insertion, 50 cents.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
J. J. LANE........ H. CHAMBERS. DTS. LANE & CHAMBERS

TT AVING formed partnership in the u practice of their profession, tender their services to the citizens of Des Arc and adia- cent country. From their experience they hope to share at least portion of the patron age of the public.
 Ia Office on Buena Vista street, at BAns- Ly's DRUG STORE. feb1:tf
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

Brigham Young Tn the Taoernacie
 Brigham Young, January Slh, deliver. ed discourse in the Tabernacle of Sal Lake City, from which we take the fol- lowing extracts:
 BRIGHAM ON JUVENILE DEL1NQuENTs.
 Be good children until our Father has taught US our present lesson, and be ready to answer every call, to render obedience to every requirement and have compass sion upon each other. But if you should happen to see John or Lucy climb up in- to a chair in prayer tune, and yethave nc evil design in so doing, let charity cover lhatimproprieiy. Do not tell father that John was naughty boy. Do not be so ! 1ulI of religion as to le, every hllle overt act tbal others may commit, as being the unpardonabIe sin that will place them be- yond the reach of redemption and the ia vofs of our God. VI M HANGING FOR STEALING.
 Some come to me saying, 70, brother Brigham, il does seem that all the people are going 10 the devil' can fore.el a few tliings Those who are good children, and behave themselves until prayer time is over, will bye and bye sit down 10 sup per and have joyful season. Some may say, fear there will be but few left toseat supper, there are So many going astray." Be patient there are more than seven thousand in this city who have mol bowed the knee to Baal, without number ing those of other cities who are ready and anxious to do right, and none of them will be lost. But some are s,eaing. Can you at present prevent II No, but do you not think il ought to be stop ped2" Yes, If we had tie power, but we have not now the power. If l had the power would send every tAief 10 his long home. wifi promise thieves, drunk- ards, and other offenders against good order, morality, and the well. being of so- ciety, that if can learn of their commit ting such sins, will cut them of from the church. l will not knowingly fellow ship thieves, liars and drunkards, nor any abominabie character. But can prevent men from committing those crlmess No, neither can you. Could the Lord ? Yes, 
 if he wished to. He could lead them to some of our large streams, cause them to think that they could cross over dry shod, and then drown them, as He dld the Egyptians; bu, he does not feel 10 do so.
 MEN wILL GO TO THE DEVIL.
 Bye and bye, wsen prayer tune Is over, many of those whom you now think are nearly gone to the devil, will iceland ex- press sorrow for their foolishness, and promise henceforth 10 be good children. But you umay as welltry to stop with sand the gushing streams that flow down our canon gorges, as to stop man from committing sin who is deterpined to sin. Weican cut such persons off from our fell iowship. which am determined to do. We will not fellowship the old, dead, dry iifpbc t4r .--sIrsf ts
Des Arc citizen., 1860-04-11

WHAT WILL GLsssAor WATER HoLD. It is generally thought tia. when n vessel is fuiI Of waer any solid substance iin- mersea ins t will c.snsr t fo overflow, and such wlll be the case i,he suhsance is not soiubein water: but the philosopbic truth, that h dissoIsing T body you do not increase the volume of the solvent. may be proved by simple and interesting ex- pertinent.
 Saiurate a certain quantity of water, at medefafe heat, with three ounces of sugai and when t will no longer receive that lhere is room n it for two ounces of salt of tartar. and aiter that for an ounce and drachm Of green virio. nearly six dfaehms of nure, tie same quaniiy of sal anmoniac Of smelling Salis. TWO drachms nnda seruple of alum aud adrachm and g half o horax. Whpn oil ltese are dis solved inln Il wtlt Dot have increased Tn volume . [scemifie American.