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Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
From the Memphis Avalanche, Jan'y. 2S. DESTRUCTIVE AND TERRIBLE CON
 FLAGRATION!

The CHy Postodfce Burned-Letters nearly all Sdoed-TAe Postofice Block in Ruins --Inmense Loss ot Property!
 About half past 3 o'clock this morning the livery stable known as the Gaiety Stable, adjoining the postoi1ice, on Second street, was discovered to be on fire The fire made rapid progress, and before it could be checked, reduced the stable, the post office adjoining, and the whole known as postoffice block, to a heap of smouldering ruins A considerable amount of goods was saved from the stores burned, but still the loss is immense. Forty-two horses are reported to have been burned. We, our selves, counted thirty two carcasses charred and half consumed. It was rumored at one time that two men were killed by an explosion of chemicals in drug store, but we have been unable to trace the rumor to any reliable source and are disposed to be- lieve that the demonical incendiary who caused the fire has not upon his soul the guilt of human life sacrificed by his diabol- ical act There seems no doubt the fire was the work of an incendiary. When dis covered by man sleeping in the stable 1t had actually attacked the bed upon which he was lying, the pillow-case being in blaze. A bar-keeper in Cordano's drink ing saloon was badly though not danger ously burned. He reports several men in the room from which he escaped badly singed. Whether all escaped or not is un- certain. So rapid was the progress of the flames that the fire department, though early upon the ground, were unable to check them at all, and confined their efforts mainly to saving the surrounding property.
 
 All or nearly all the letters, papers and stamps in the office were saved.
 The insurance on the property destroyed amounts to about S41 ,000 The loss is probably about s65,OOO.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Augusta, Ark,, Jan. 9th, 1860
Messrs. JOHNSON & YERKEs-

Messrs. JOHNSON & YERKEs-
 Gentlemen: send you the enclosed slip, cut from the Charleston Advertiser of seve- ral years back, for the benefit of some of "ye" reporters of "ye" hi-falutin, Tom my and any others whom the cap will fit-and hope they will take the hint
 While am writing 1 will just state thing that is very much complained of, and that is, when person goes to post office and asks for letters or papers they are answered with-no," the post master never going to look. Some one going again and asking for, the same person an hour afterwards and gets maybe half dozen letters and papers By not going and looking to see, person is kept waiting for his letters and papers for weeks.
 Yours respectfully,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Hart.er's Ferry Committee.

Washington, Jan. 27.-Thaddeus Hyatt IS to appear before the Harper's Ferry com mittee on the first of February. The letter written by Senator Wilson to Dr. Howe, of Boston, caanot be found-the committee will probably take the testimony of Wilson and Reali as to its contents. Dr. Howe has not been summoned, but will appear, Ii wanted. He is not in Canada at present Joshua k. Giddings is daily expected Neither John Brown. jr., or William San bern will consent to appear before the com mittee.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

PERsoNAL-This morning we had the pleasure of visit from our friend Dr. J H. Mclean, of St. Louis, the proprietor of Dr. McLEAN's Celebrated Strengthening Cordial and Volcanic Oil Liniment.
 They are too extensively used in our county to require word of commendation from us. The Dr. is on his way to New Orleans via Camden, we wish him God speed and success on his trip.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Election for Colonel.

The voters of Pulaski county will bear in mind that next Saturday, the 4th of Feb ruary, is the day set apart by the sheriff for the election of Colonel of the 18th regi- iment Arkansas militia.
 Edmund Burgevin, esqr., and Dr. c. Peyton are candidates for the office. We hope to see a full turn out of the voters composing the 18th regiment We believe such only as are liable to military duty are entitled to vote
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Reply to |" Citizen"
Renton. drk.. Jan. % lS6l

DeWOH, -1ff., Jan. ~, 1SOU.
 MEssRs. JOHNSON & YERKEs-In the last issue of the True Democrat, there appears an article over the signature of " Citzen," which demands some notice from me. 1 have always been a democrat, having uni formly voted the democratic ticket from President down to justice of the peace. It is true my name has been in the Old Line Democrat as one of its agents. l ordered 1t to be taken out as soon as 1 discovered 1t; and have steadily refused to act as agent for that paper, because 1 did not believe it to be advocating the principles of democ- racy.
 l wish now MT. Citizen to ask you a few qustions, as you contend either of the appli- cants for treasurer are as sound democrats as 1 am. I should like to know how long they have acted with the democratic party, occupied in 1856, when the contest was be- tween Conway and Yell for Governor?- Was you not opposed to democracy then? Did you not contend that democracy was dead, and that the know nothing party was the only national party in existence? If you did not, as an individual, your party did, and you indorsed it. Now that there is no chance for you to get into office through the know nothing party, you wish to join the democracy, which you once pro- nounced dead. l am aware that some of your party are becoming very hungry for office, and l would warn the democracy to be aware of wolves in sheep's clothing" Did you not feel when you wrote your ar ticle that it was very lame thing in you, after you had been defeated, to resort to the newspapers over ficticious signature? Come out, and sail under your own name. l am sorry for your disappointment: but you have some consolation, in the fact that nearly all the opposition in Saline county sympathize with you. They feel that their only chance for office is an appointment by deceiving the Governor.
 This is the first office l ever sought, and would not have asked this, but for the earn est solicitations of my friends.
 ~ ALEX. RUSSELL.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
r~orr 0nachita County.
Loe CAB1s OuAoHrTA BoTToM' oea anA'
 ' ' J.nnary 10, 1860.

IoaC.n,x Ou,oHrrA Borrow, ARK"
 January 10, ls6o.
 Mir. EDITOR TRUE DEMocRATmo.. e.. ton been over to-day to the post o.A svseks miles off, for the first time m ioul " o,xs and have been quietly deyourlns 'he At that etc contained in the papers; l see '1S .S, tbere is an alarming" spread ol .no " caso etbis scribendi " among the ieR, Pa1 sentotive friends of Dr. Mitchell ana oo-' G.ntt who both live in Hampstead county and who are both aspirants for Cehf ional honors; after canvasslng theif "sh;n .i" pro and con-sitting alone m my .a in the cane," the following reflections Pao9'I through my brain, and not ieellng sieePy. sor too have slight attack of the taste TOT scr;bbl;ne." md I give you my cog1a''ons .s on naner' so that you can print them II won like. "pro bono pu6." In the nrs' % nlace to begin with the older asPiran', Dt. Mitchell. 1 know him we'll and can 'I"ly say without the least exaggeratioh 'l". .,a4 nt ;s tbe soul of liberality and honor' anu '1"' .ho roters of his district could not send better man, socially, than the Doc'o' is man also of age and experiehce' a,;l al;u one who has battled for many years m 'h's Stote for the cause of the State ana the democratic party. He is also man ol pru, donee an excellent and able speaker anu of most winning and conciliatory manners bnt witbal firm as a rock Tn maintaining the right. cnvo Amer;ca school, about six or seven year' out from Tennessee, IS young man o decided talents, though full of blood ahe imnulsiveness, and in his orator1cal eflort rather on the "spread Eagle" order, deal ;no largely in poetic allusions, such a (. ..ce,ulean skies," "babbling brooks, c. .Dearzv streams" and "sparkling Tn tn sunlight" and deals much in !" the fancy; and 1 have thought that he would perhap make better statesman if he would "plncl A few feathers from the wings of hls mag nation and attach them to the tail of hl judgment" On the whole, 1 have com to the conclusion that at this crisis in tn affairs of the nation, when old, experienced and cool heads and prudent but firm hand are required in Congress; that Dr. Mltche is the man. Mr. Can't is young but llttl over 25) I should judge, and can ctor to wait. He may loose much by being to precipitate-too anxious to reach tn "poal of his ambition" If he WI patiently bide his time," the people WI more certainly sustain and elevate hn
 There comes a steamboat-it must be tf Lizzie Simmons, as she is expected nov and I'll step down to the river and see hc pass on her way to Camden, It IS he she has glided by like a floating palace, { she is, and am again by my lonely fire. is getting late and I will close with u remark, that the above lines are submi ted for what they are worth by an old fog and BUSHW HACKER.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Mass Meeting.

Ham6urg, January 16th, 1860. Mr. EDIroR-Following, you will find the proceedings of the democracy of this county, in mass meeting held to day at this place, for the purpose of sending delegates to the Congressional and State conventions, etc., which said proceedings were ordered to be published in your paper, as you will see by reference thereto. By complying with the request you will oblige,
 Yours respectfully,
 w. c. ROLFE, Sec'y.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

s.me in and addressed the assembly briefly and pertinently, thanking them for the honor conferred on him, and hurriedly al luding to his past services in the demo- cratic ranks, and the triumphs of the demo- cratic party. He took his seat amid cheers. On motion the house adjourned.
 RICHARD PRYOR, Chrm'm. J. H. BLACK, Sec'y.
 Jan. 21, 1860.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

H Among the candidates for Prosecu- ting Attorney, we announce this week Jas K. Young, of Washington, who we learn is good lawyer, and eminently qualified for the office
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Democratic Conventions

The national convention meets at Charles ton on 23d of April.
 The State convention meets at Little Rock, April 2d.
 The congressional convention for the first district meets at Dover, 2d Monday of May.
 The convention for the second district meets at Philadelphia at the same time
 The county convention for this county meets on Saturday, the 18th of February
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

EDITOR TRUE DEMOCRAT-
 In reply to the communication of Many Voters," in your issue of last week, must return my sincere thanks for the sentiments they have expressed. and their confidence in my ability to serve them in the office of Colonel commanding the 18th Regiment of Arkansas Militia. They are at liberty to use my name in connection with that office and if 1 am elected, to the utmost of my abilities will discharge the duties of the office, without prejudice or partiality, with honor to them and credit to myself, q hope
 My professional engagements will pre- vent me from canvassing the county, com posing the Regiment Gas is the wish of my friends) but leave the matter to the choice of the military voters of the 18th.
 GEO. NJ. HOLT. BENTON, ARK's, Jan'y 18th, 1860.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

EDITOR OF THE TRUE DEMoCRAT-For the benefit of those merchants in our State. who are in the habit of making their pur- chases in the New York market, I give you the following extract from the New York Day Book, weekly edition of the 14th inst, of remarks made at an abolition meeting, at the Rep. Mr Beecher's church, by R. s. Benedict of Me firm of Benedict, Hull 6 Co.,, boot and shoe dealers, N. Y This firm are in the habit of sending their drummers throughout our State, canvass ing for orders one of whom has just passed down from his tour through the western portion of the State The extract is as fol. lows: Mr. Benedict, of the firm of Bene- dict Hall & Co.,, said he was os much anti slovery as any other person, and was as anxious to see freedom established through out the Union"
 After reading the above, it is to be hoped that our merchants will see the propriety of canceling all orders already given to the above firm, and refusing to deal with them in future. You, Mir. Editor, will be doing benefit, by publishing the proceed ings as they appeared ia>full; and the pa pers in the western part of the State, are requested to publish the above.
 JUSTICE.
 On our first page will be found a letter written to the post master here, on the same subject.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

~The democratic convention of Hemp stead county, the proceedings of which we publish in to-day's issue, instructed for Richard H. Johnson for Governor, and Dr. Charles B. Mitchell for Congress.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

Twenty three of the students who left the Philadelphia medical schools have arrived at Charleston and entered the Medical College in that city.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
E We invite attention to the card

H We invite attention to the card of W. w. TorTEN, of St. Louis. If our peo- pie would save their rags, they would find at the end of twelve months their value would be considerable.
 Now that the St. Louis merchants are making an effort to secure the trade of Ar kansas, we hope those wanting such articles as they have for sale will give them call
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
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EE The Arkansaw Traveller thinks the crisis has or soon will come and advises preparation by all the southern States. Let us hope and labor for better things.
 On the other hand, the Jefferson h. dependent and other papers stand up man. fully for the Union, and assert that the conservative sentiment of the country is sufficiently strong to preserve our nation ality.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01

GT Five feet water in the river and good prospect for rise. Heavy rain Monday night and Tuesday.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Call for a Meeting of the Democracy
 of Pulaski County.

We. the undersigned. respectfully invite the democracy of Pulaski county to assem- ble in Little Rock at the city hall, in con- vention on Saturday the 18th of Februa- ry, 1860, at II o'clock, A. M, for the pur- pose of appointing delegates to the demo- cratic congressional convention of the se- cond district to be held at Philadelphia, 2d Monday of May next, and to the demo- cratic State convention to be held at Little
Arkansas true Democrat., 1860-02-01
Rock, first Monday in April next

Rock, first Monday in April next.
 5. Ii. Hampstead, M. Gaynon,
 silas F. Feild, J. G. Halliburton, A. J. Hutt, w. R. Vaughan, 5. F. Owen, w. Woolford, Jas. B. Johnson, J. w. Faust, T. J. Churchill, A. J. Ward,
 D. NJ. Thomson, Jas. Tunnah, Jno. E. Reardon, w. Adamson, c. J. Krebs, S. H. Webb, ;. 5. Boone, J. W. McConaughey R. $. Yerkes, C. l.. Jeffries, T. w. Steele, w. NJ. Mathenv. Kobt. Owen, G. w. Hardy, W. 5. Lefave, Henry Fisher, Jno. D. Kimbell, Alex George, H. c. Lowe, John Wassell, Jno. Quindley, c. V. B. Harley, .. McAlmont, w. M. Henley, Joel $. Enloe, F. J. Ditter. P. T. Crutch6eld, c. Langtree, R. l.. Dodge, F. w. Hoadley, H. G. Wilson, Leon Lefevre, G. D. Sizer, F. G. Lefevre, w. E. Wright, R. H. Johnson, Jno. NJ. Harrell, F. A. Terry, J. P. Jones, w. Drake, Dudley Adams, Fred. L. Cellars, S. M Weaver, Jno. Adamson, s. $. Smith, F. Kramer, K. D. Sims, J. B. Moore, Thos. c. Scott, J. J. McAlmont, $. r. Dolley, J. c. Schader, w. P. Howard, J. D. Adams, P. II. Coffee, Geo. $. Morrison, II. J. Gibbins, P. Brugman, H. E. Hezekiah, A. M. Merrick, w. R. Miller, sc. Faulkner, N. Ring, J. R. R. Adams, Chas. Lewis, E. Burgevin, 0. R. Weaver, w. A. Counts. John w. Irwin, Milton Vaughan, M. Dotter, c. H. Overton, J. J. Franklin, R. E. Beebe, R. H. Hummell, J. Moore, H. Edwards, A. Pollock, P. Pearce, M. Navara, E. c. Shillcutt, John Pope, R. Bragg. Gilbert Knapp, J. w. Ferguson, M. Tanti, l.. c. Keen, John Collins, G. A. Hughes, Lou George, J. A. kinnear, F. A. Sarasin, Jno. Innman, D. c. Fulton, P. Lee, ThoS Parsel, D. G. Winchester, A. H. Rutherford, D. G. Bunch, John O'Brion,
 Jas. A. Martin.
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26
GREAT ARRIVAL
 OF BOOTS & SHOES.

A FULL STOCK of desirable goods in our line 1,y A may De found two doors west of the Court Gents boots shoes, gaiters, slips, brorans and
 dancing gaiters. 's""' '"' Ladies calf, morocco cloth. kid, both Co,oross
 and lace, spring and heeled gaiters, the Iatsst styles, very cheap |''' Boys, Youths, Misses and Childrcn's boots
 shoes, slips, gaiters, copper toes, spring and heels
 Also, full assortment of Rubbers of every de
 seripton.
 We are most happy to inform our patrons that we can, and will, sell the present stock of good at from 10 to 25 per cent. less for ready pay than for eight to ten years past. Now this is fact and no humbug. Please come and see. ant you will be satisfied as to the truth of our state ment
 Those old accounts, spoken of heretofore. vii be put in the hands of an attorney the 1st of May for collection. MEAFOY & MUNSON,
 Litehfeld, April 10, 1860. 51
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26
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The most Important Discovery since
Vaccination.


 Vaccination.
 DR. HANSoN's VEGGTABLE CHEMICAL POWDERS Will break up colds at once, without sweating dieting, Interruption of business, the use of hot stimulating and burning compounds, herb teas canaes, balsams or any other disagreeable, incon- vehient . and nauseating doses; they do not cause t tie ieas' unpleasant symptoms-even if taken in .atge aoSes; they create only thirst, which be- Ing a,iayed with water an agreeable warmth and moisture at the surface is soon experienced Wh, n taken as directed, they break up the coll and ar rest its effects and the only operation nerce;ved is a mysterious and unfavorable disannea rance Inf all symptoms, as feverishness, chills Iameness darting pains, dull heavy pains, tlghtuess of the chest, hoarseness. cough, sore throat, croun ca. tsrrh, headache, Sc.
 The Vegetable Chemical Founders are to colds what Vaccination is against Small Pox and Qnnine for Ague. They are a specific remedy tor the preven- tion and cure of a specific disease. And by break ing colds wth them the system is not weakened and deranged and rendered more subject to re peated attacks. but is rather strengthened ano fortified against them. They arrest croup instant ly and permanently. and by their timely use. coughs catarrh, bronchitis. levers, rheumatism sore throats, consumption and all diseases prima riiy excited by colds, can be banshed from among the people.
 CowLEs x LEETE Wholesale Druggists, 52 anG o4 State street. New Haven. Conn, Proprietors and for sale by W. F. & c. H. Baldwin, Litchfeid 8Q6m
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26

wv HEREAS> an application of ASA WHITE
 w and others for the division of Litchfeld County, the establishing of two half shires therein, as may be deemed best, was preferred to the General Assembly of the State of Connecti- cut, at its May session, 1859, and by its resolve was duly continued to its May session, 1860; and whereas. further application will be made to said Assembly at its said May session. 1860. for the formation of new county comprising the town of Waterbury and other towns nov constituting a part of New Haven and Litchficld counties and arhereas, said applications are of an adversary na- ture, and the party adverse consists of more than twenty individuals now. therefore to the end that all persons interested in the matter of tle forego- ing applications. may be notified of the pendency of the same, ordered that this preamble and order of notice be published in at least three newspa- pers respectively printed in the said counties of New Haven and Litchfeld, at least twelve days before Thursday, the 3d day of May, A. D 1860. By VIM. w. ELLSWORTH, 52 Judge of the Supreme Court of Errors
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26
NJorICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that applica

NOTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN that applca- IN ton will be made to the General Assembly "f the State of Connecticut at it's May session, A. D. 1S60 to incorporate RAIL ROAD COM pANY with the usual powers Sc. which Com pany shall be auth ,rized to construct road from the Naugatuck Rail Road at some point in the t, town ot Plymouth, Iitchfeld or Torrington thence !Ii, running westerly, and passing the vh'asg ". ol Ltchiield. to Bantam, thence through the Dug way to New Preston and thence west erly through Maryall to point at the Housaton. ic Rail Road near Merwinsviile depot or between said depot and Kent the above being Intended as general description of the proposed route.
 Dated at Litchfeld, April 9th, A. D. 1860.
 61
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26
Notice.
CODartnershiD.

FHHHE STOVE AND TIN BUSINESS heretofore -A carried>on by G. SANFORD will henceforth be con tinued under the firm of G. SANFORD & SON, at the old stand in West street, where may be found good assortment of
 Cook, Fas'i0j' # shop StOUes. Also, on hand or made to order, every variety of
 Tin. Copper and Sheet Iron Work.
 Douglas improved We'll and Cistern PUMPS.
 LEAD PIPE. all sizes.
 Cast Iron SINKS. a splendid article,
 FARMERS BOILERS, Mott's patent-wcrthy the attention of cheese makers.
 Brass and Enaneled KETTLES, Ground, Scotch and Yankee BOWLS. Also, a great variety of HOLLOW WARE, WAFFLE IRONS, &c., &c Bri tannia TEA and COFFEE POTS. JAPANNED and TOILET WARE Also, a general assortment of HOUSE FURNISHING WARE. with host of articles too numerous to mention, which are offered at prices which will not fail to please
 RAGS and OLD METALS of all descriptions (even gold will not be refused.l taken in payment
 Thankful for the latronage heretofore received at the old Stove and Tin Shop. we hope by faith full application to the business to merit a full share of public patronage, and pledge ourselve, l at least to try to please. r. N. SANFORD. .Iz c. SANFORD. Litcbfeld, April !, 1880. 62,Sw
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26

nIsTRICT of Cornwall ss. Probate Court, E% March 26th lS60
 Estate of JAMES NJ. GARDNER of Cornwall in said district. an assigning debtor.
 The Court of Probate for the District of Corn wall has limited and allowed two months from the date hereof for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against said estate and has appointed George Wheaton and H Milton Hart, E>quires, Commissioners to receive and examine said claims
 Certified by FREDERICK KELLOGG. Judge.
 The subscribers give notice that they shall meet at the office of George Wheaton. Esq in the vil- lage of West Cornwall on the 2lst day of April, 1850 and the 26th day of May. 1860 at 10 o'clock in the forenoon on each of said days, for the pnr poss of attending to the business of said appoint ment GEoseE WHEAroS' Commissioners.
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26
A Card to the Sufferine,

The Rev. WILLIAM CosGRovE, while laboring as missionary in Japan, cured of Consum ption, when all other means had failed, by recipe ob- tained from a learned physician residing in the great city of Jeddo. This recipe has cured great numbers who were suffering from Consump ption, Bronchitis, Sore Throat, Coughs, and Colds and the debility and nervous depression caused by these disorders.
 Desi'ous of hencfitting others, will send this recipe, which l have brought home with me, to all who need it, free of charge. Address
 REV. WI. CosGEovE, A. 5m 230 Baltic st.. Brooklyn. N. Y.
Litchfield enquirer., 1860-04-26

UPSTATE of Mrs EUN1cE BI0EIow late of 1z Norfolk deceased
 The Court of Probate for the District of Nor folk. has ordered that Commissioners to receive and examine the claims of the creditors of said Estate, represented insorent, be appointed at the Probate office in Norfolk the 18th day of April, lS6O. at o'clock afternoon. Notice is hereby given to all persons interested in said estate to appear, if they cause. at said time and place. and be heard relative to said appointment.
 J. K. SHEPARD Administrator
 Norfolk, April l9 1860.