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Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
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i 1t :. establishes justice, lnsures domestic tranquility. provides for the common de- fence, promotes the general welfare, and secures the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterisy;" and so long as it faithfully and impartialIy performs these duties, and accomplishes these benefcent objects, in imitation of our fathers when they declared their independence of the British Crown, we will "pledge our lives, our fortunes. and our sacred honor," to uphold and defend it.
 But, sir, when it is perverted and pros- tilpted into an instrument of wrong, in- justice, insult. and oppression, to the peo- pie of the slave States, or of any other of the States of this Union, we will oppose and resist it, though it should be rent into as many fragments as there are States composing 1t.
 In the event of MT. Stewards election to the Presidency, in 1860, Arkansas will assume that modest, reserved, unobtrusive attitude which her geographical position, (being remote from the probable scene of conflict ) her youth as a sovereignty, her eolfpafatisely limited resources, and her want of political prestige, render becom- ing in her. But, if her elder sisters oi this Confederacy-if Virginia, Maryland Georgia, and the Carolinas, shall deter mine that forbearance and submission are no longer compatible with her safety, her interests, or her honor, she will link her fortunes with theirs; her sons will be found in the path of duty and of honor foremost, among those who have been driven in fratricidal war, to draw the sword in defence of all that ismost valued among freemen.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

An Abolitionist by the name of Fory R. Arnold, was arrested at Jefferson, Texas, on the 9th ult., and arraigned before meet ing of the citizens of that place. He was or dered to leave the county within twenty-four hours, in search of a region more congenia to his abominable sentiments
 A LAWYER TURNED PREAcHER.-N. H. Cobb, Esq, lawyer of Pitt county, N. C., and until recently an Episcopalian, has en- tered the ministry of the Baptist church.
 WEAPONS FOR EGYPr.-The agent of the Ficeroy ot Egypt has recently concluded contract for large supply of Sharp's im- proved arms
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
PLACE AND TIME FOR THE HOLD ING OF THE NEXT DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION.

< LITTLE Rock, Jan. Il, 1860. -ai announce 10 the Democratic Party of the State of Arkansas, that the Executive Committee, appolnted by the last Demo- cratic Stale Convention, for the purpose of selecting the place, and fixing he time for the holding of the next Democratic State Convention, have performed that duty, and selecting the CirY OF LITTLE Rock as the place, and
 Monday, the End day of April next, as the time, for the holding of the next Democratic State Convention and all Democratic papers in the State are re- specifully requested to make the same known. P. T. CRuTCHFlELD,
 Chairman of Executive Committee.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
HSsF The names of the candidates fo

H The names of the candidates for Cong ess, in this District are "legion. We heal. mentioned in this connection the Hon. T. B. FLouRNoy, Judge T. SoRRELLs, Hon. E. W. CAN'T, Dr. c. B. MITCHELL, Judge COMPTON, Gen. HEMpsrEAD, Hen. B. c. ToTTEw, Judge MURRAY and Gen'l. HEMMINGwAY. It IS certainly,a consoling reflection to the people of our District, that there is no want, amongst them, of proper material oul of which to make a Congressman.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

BY We see that the debate in the House on the 18th, was participated in by our friend, Col. HISDMAN. He delivered speech which is characterized by letter writers from the Metropolis, as one of great ability. He succeeded completely in affixng the responsibility for the present want of organization, upon the South American faction.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
N d T. GIL s4EA m

WILL still continue the Family Grocery
 w business. on a more extensive scale than heretofore, and hopes to obtain an equal share of the public patronage.
 Having bought out Messrs. Combs & Co.,, he has very large and superior stock of Fur niture, all new and in fine order, which he will sell cheaper than the cheapest. Come one, come all, to the house formerly occupied by Messrs. Washer & Vaughan. and examine for yourselves the comforts prepared for tbe inner and outer man.
 fz5 tf@ Highest PFiee paid fer country Produce.
 jan4-tf. NAT. GILLIAN.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

Two MONTHS LATER FROM LITTLE RocK.-On Wednesday last, 25th day of January, 1860, we received copy of the Arkansas &ate Gazette, dated November 26. 1859 Two months, lacking one day, making a trip of fifty miles. Who is 10 blame9 How can these things be reme- died?
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
STRAYED!

EROM the subscriber, living at (Want's II Landing) formerly TayIor's Bend. four miles $. E. of Des Arc, about the 9th Novem- Der last, three work Oxen. One of a dun color -one of red color branded with w on the shonlder-the other black OK, white face. l will give liberal reward for the delivery ot said oxen to me, or for information, so that can get them. WALTER WANT
 January 25, lS60.--1m.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
NOTICE TO RUrLDEns.

rESHE undersigned is authorized 10 con-
 A tract in behalf of Prairie county, for the brick and carpenters work of county iail, proposed to be erected at Brownsville, in said county. Sealed bids or proposals to do said work will be received until the 18th day of March next. The first story is to be furnished and ready for the iron work by the 18th of August, and the second story by the 10th of September, 1860. The whole is estimated to require S3,000 brick, counting g to the cubic foot. The carpenters work will consist of IA windows, ? outside doors, ? inside doors, 2 fan-lights for gables, flooring and ceiling.
 The contractors will be required to execute bond with approved security for the perfor- nance of the work.
 Plans and specifications may be seen at the office of Cant & Bronaugh, Brownsville, Ark. jan25-td. K. s. GANTT. Com'r.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
--------------------- HIaDks. Rzausxst!

In addition to our regular stock of blanks, such as deeds of Conveyance; Quit Claim deeds, &c., we have just printed ''Sheriffss tax-deed-drawn by B. D. Turner, Attorney at Law, Searcy, White county" This form is acknowledged superior to any other in the State
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
ARKANSAS STATE CONVENTION eECOND CONGRESSIONAL DIS TRICT CONVENTION COUNTY CONVENTION, &C.

We are requested 10 announce that q Convention of the Democracy of Prairie County, will be held at Brownsville on the Second Monday, (l2th of March, 1880, ) to appoint Delegates to the State and District Conventions, to nominate can didate for Governor. Electors for the State, and candidate for Congress. Also, to define the time for holding a County Con- sventien to nominate a candidate for the Legislature, &c.
 Itis earnestly requested that full dele galion be sent up from each township.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
BL ANRs FOR SAEE!

TUST PRINTED, and for sale, at the C '' CITIZEN OFFICE E,''-Deeds of Convey- ance, Quit-C Claim Deeds, Justices Summons Exec itions, Delivery Bonds, &c. jan1-tf
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
DISSOLUTION

TSHE firm of GILLIAN & CoNGER is this
 -l dissolved by mutual consent. Nat. Gill liam is alone authorized to settle up the busi- ness of the concern Will be responsible for all outstanding debts of the concern. All par ties indebted to us will please call and settle
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
I5Gg weod Choppers Wanted.

THE undersigned wish to employ 'One | Hundred and Fifty Wood ChoppersY They will pay D cents per cord for cutting. Apply at WANT's LANDING, (formerly Tay- ior's Bend9 four miles below Des Arc, or at the "Citizen Oifice,'' Des Arc.
 jan4-1ms. A. J. SUMTER.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

PATRIoTIc.-The American members of the Louisiana Legislature on the 18th ul:, by vote of 2l yeas to 7 nays. re- solved to [" inform the Democratic mem bers of the Legislature who were at that time in caucus thai they "pledged " them selves to unite with them in sustaining the nominee of the Charleston Convention. The cherished dream of southern unity is about being realized, and this is but one of the many indications that in the great struggle of 1860 the South will know no division in her opposition 10 the !" irrepressible conflict" traitors. !" Con- summation devoully to be prayed for 2"
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
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R. R. R.

LAs lSs -LAs Ee ADWAY'S REGULATING PILLs.- A Dr. Radway & Go. have recently discover ed a method for extracting from roots, herbs, plants and gums, nutritious extract of such wonderful nourishing power which they have combined with Railways Regulating Pills-that six of these Pills will supply the blood with the same amount of nutrition as one ounce of ordinary bread; so that, while the system is undergoing thorough physicing, and regulating process, it daily becomes strengthened.
 Persons afflicted with Liver Complaint, Dyspepsia, Heart Diseases, Pulluess of Blood and all Females who are subject to Irregulari- ties, Hysteria, &c., are particularly recom- mended to use these Pills. They are pleasant to take-elegantly coated with gum--free from taste, and will not gripe, sicken or weaks en the system, or leave the bowels costive. Mothers nursing should likewise take one or two Of these Pills once or twice per week. They will not only keep your system healthy and regular, but will protect your infants against cramp and pains in the stomach, and insure not only healthy child, but will in vest every child, thus suckled, with sweet disposition.
 RADWAY'S REGULATING PILLS Regulate each and every organ of the system, and correct all derangement of the Liver, Bowels; Stomach, Heart and Kidneys.
 THEY CURE
 Costiveness, Indigestion,
 Heart-Burn, Dyspepsia,
 Billiousness, Constipation.
 Dropsy, Head ache,
 Palpitalion Congestion.
 of the Heart, &c., &c,. &c.
 They are entirely vegetable and harmless; an infant at the breast can take them with safety, and persons who are subject to fits of Apoplexy, Epileptic, Heart Diseases, Sc, should always keep box on hand.
 Price 25 cents. Ask for Radway's Regula- tors, or Regulating Pills. [2J For sale by D. P. Black & c., Druggists Des Are, Arkansas
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

NEXT GOVERNOR OF ARKANsAs.-The
 names of FLETCHER, FLoyp, GoULD, HILL, MAYERs, McCREERy, MITCHELL, RoAsE, TorTEs and J. F. WHEELER, have been suggested as suitable persons to receive the nomination for the next Governor of our State. We have our preference. and shall use our best exer- tions to aid in the nomination of Hon. B. (. ToTTEN. We publish the following letter from the Old Lins Democrat of the 25,h ult., and fully endorse all the writer
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

>zirie County Agricultural Society. There will be meeting of this Society held at Des Arc, on Monday the 9th of February next
 JSo. s. WILLIAMS, Se'cy.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01
HON. B. c. ToTTEN.

MR EDIroR.-Through the columns of your very valuable paper, allow me to suggest the gentleman whose name Leads this article, as the most suitable candidate for the next Governor of our State. Hay. ing filled some of the highest posts of honor within the gll of our people, he is eminently qualified to fill the high and re- sponslble position of Governor. We need man of firmness; one who has not daObled in the petty quibbles of our local politicians; one who has ever stood out with bold front and fought for true democratic principles; one who has the nerve 10 face the enemy and drive them back with an able and willing arm. Judge ToTrEs is this man. He has ever been true and conservative democrat and no man more richly deserves the Gubernatorial chair.
 Should Jadge ToTTEx receive the nomination, as l most heartily wish he may, Prairie will be for him almost to g man. have the confidence in the peo pie of our county to believe that he would not lose dozen votes in ls He is he first and only choice for Governor. ant her delegates will be instructed 10 vot, accordingly. Should he fail to receiv, ihe nomination al your city in Apri next-and some other good and trie democrat is nominated, Prairie will b right side up with care"
 Yours very respectfully,
 \ PRAIRIE.
 Brownsrilie, .ark., ooh Jan, 1860.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

-Hon. John Letcher was Inaugura- ted Governor of Virginia on the 2d ult His first message was transmitted to the legislature on the 7th. The high charac- ter of John Letcher, with reasonable men of all parties, as patriot, an enlightened statesman and moderate partizan will pro- cure for his message the dispassionate consideration of all, and the important character of his suggestions will elicit general discussion.
 He recommends that the Legislature adopt resolutions in favor of call for such convention as is provided for in the fifth article of the Constitution, and ap- peal to the Legislatures of the several States 10 unite in the application proposed to be made 10 Congress, in pursuance oI the provisions of this article of the Con. stitution. If the free States fail or refuse to unite in this application. then il vii furnish conclusive evidence of determin ation on their part to keep up the presen agitation. In the event of the failure o this plan, he does not hesitate to recon mend to the southern States that the, meet in convention for the purpose of dis
 eussing the propriety of peaceable seces
 sion from the Union.
Des Arc citizen., 1860-02-01

Rrownsriile, .ark., soh Jan. 1860.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22
For the .Snectnt1r.

- eF8 9-lil'f9 For the spectator.
Messrs Editors ALLOW me briefly to take
leave of those of your readers Gf any who have
followed me in my wanderings. "The wars"
are nearly over, thank heaven, and if / have
wounded any one, hope they will blame them
selves or their friends and not me. began up
on the defensive, which, saith Mcintosh, is the
only just war, and only carried it .into Africa"
when found the enemy still continued ravaging
our soil. / have no apology to offer for what
/ have said or done, for | should not know
where to find anything for which to apologize.
And now, lot me ask Mr.. "" one or two
questions before he and part, perhaps forever.
Does he suppose the readers of his crocodile ap-
peal in the Spectator of the 9th will listen to
him after he has been for weeks pouring all the
vials of his wrath upon their kinsman2 Does
he suppose they will sit silently and hear their
friend and relative reviled and DETAINED and yet
forget everything when W" comes up and pat
ting them on the back says with beseeching
air, IL know you you are honorable men, you
are Aigh-minded men, Gas if '.high-minded men"
forget insults SO quick, and | know you won't
put your relative in such an Office 2" Does he
suppose anything of this kind osi.@' ~. ~
But farewell; land if forever, then forever
fare thee well!" Give my love to "" and be-
lieve me most respectfully,
A CoUNTRYMAN
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

The PANAoEA.-The great cure-all, the ca
tholicon for the removal OF untold human ills,
physical and meEtal, which will make of life a
summer sky, which will replace the darkest
clouds with the gladest sunshine, which will
put budding rose where first fourished the
ragged thorn, is the blessed habit of an implicit
reliance on the wisdom and the love of Provi-
dence in every occurrence of life; OF humble
gratitude if it is gladsome; of accomplishing re-
Tomorrow, saying and feeling of every dispensa-
ton: "Not as will, but as Thou wilt" This
is the balm of Gilead; this is perennial health
It is happiness, it is bliss.-Hdlrs Journal o.
Health.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22
p OETRY Y.

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The Husbandman.
By r. P. SWEET.
Within the spongy fallow ground
SOW the yellow corn,
And many hill the seed hath found,
Fer sounds the dinner hern.
Out in the meadows dewy calm
I swing the ringing scythe;
The corn-crake knows full well the steel
That spares her brood alive.
The passive steers against the yokss,
Bend their stout sticks in twain;
And clumsy wheels, with muddy spokes,
Bear up the laden vain.
Swung by my hands, the heavy fail
Falison the unshocked grain;
And through the barn the gentle gale
Bears off the chat like rain.
Askant they gaze, the brindle cows,
And chew their cud in peace;
The hands that guide the stubborn plows
The fragrant streams release.
The setting sun the hilltop lights,
But shadows fill the plain
And homeward come the birds in flights,
And fowls, their roosts to gain.
She spreads the evening board with white,
My quiet wife, for me;
And sets the children all in sight,
Their fathers face to see
The night comes on and darkness hides
The children 3 faces small;
To me they are my earthly guides
To them I'm all in all.
The house is still-the crickets chirp,
And frogs sing in the reeds;
But underneath the trees, SO dark,
I've sown immortal seed
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

Letters from Florence state that King Victor
Emanuel was received at tho doors of the Ga.
thedral by the Archbishop and clergy, the form
er of whom himself commenced the chant of the
Te Deum in celebration of his arrival. This
does not look much like accommodations
Next day the Prelate and clergy waited upon
him, and deputation from Rome presented him
with sword of honor, subscribed for in that
city, $3.50
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

W. cail.h nave t inns aay assoc1a.ea ts my @ son
in the town of Waynesboro and the business will
hereafter be conducted in the of II. L.. GALA
HER SON. 81 o5ns f.a
Persons indebted to my Tannery hereby notified
TO come forward and settle, aud those having claims
against requested to present the for pay
ment. My son, VIM. B. Gallaher will always be found
at the Tannery and is authorized to settle for me-
sY The highest Cash price will be paid for hides,
skins and bark at all times H. L. GALLAHER.
WavnpShnrn, Oct 4 l85Q.-lvx
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

A JOKE FOR THE PRoEEssIoNs.-A physician,
of an acrimonious disposition, who had a thor
ough hatred of lawyers, was in company with a
barrster, and in the course of conversation, re-
preached the profession of the latter with the
use of phrases utterly uninteligible
"For example" said he, Il never could under
stand what you lawyers mean by docking an
entail.n
:. 'That is very likely" answered the lawyer
''but | will explain it to yon. 1t is doing what
you doctors rarely consent to-suffering re-
covery"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22
For Che Spectator. >
Sunday Trains. t~ -ltEy.

For the spectator. ~
4-- Sunday Trains. -t.gSi5
Many of us, deeply interested in the railroad,
had thought that the stopping of the Sunday
trains would give universal satisfaction, but find
ing that some complaint has been made, both
through your paper and in the indicator, we
ask to be heard from very briefly. This change
has been long and anxiously desired, not by q
few only, but by the people of the Valley gene
rally and especially by those along the line of
the road and most interested in its success
Surely these complaints do not represent the
sentiments of our people, and it is certain that
they are directed against the interests of the
railroad and of the public morals.
What is the ground of complaints Your cor
respondent Justice" says that if the change
were made on moral grounds he would favor it,
but on the ground of economy he opposes it as
an injustice to the west. The moral considera-
tions are certainly sufficient to control the SUBJ
ject and to justify the change. Nor is 1t any re-
ply to this to saw that to run half way is as bad
as to run the whole way. There were peculiar
difficulties in the way OF the change on the east
ern section of the road because of the connection
with Alexandria aud Lynchburg These diff
culties may and probably will be removed, and
the whole line enjoy the relief from the running
of Sunday trains.
But even as matters now stand, is any iDjus-
tice done the west2 If it is matter of econo-
my to stop the Sunday trains west of Charlottes
vile does not the western stockholder reap the
benefit of that economys He certainly is net
taaed for anybody's benefit. all the stookhold-
ers, east and west, are equally relieved of what
was in every sense burden. Why not COM
plain that there is not daily train west of
Stanton? Have the people on Jackson's river
suffered injustice these many years because econ
Omy required that they should Lave only tri-
weekly train during great part of the year,
and no Sunday trains? II the number of pas
sengers to a certain point and not beyond it will
justify train, surely those who live beyond that
point cannot demand the running of q train
simply that they may have what others have
This certainly would be taxing others for their
benefit. sis fs SEQ liz
To complain of the management of the road
on such grounds looks like foregone conclusion
to find fault. We will not attribute unworthy
motives to any, but surely the company have
done their duty to the stockholders and to the
public, and they out to be and will be sustained
heartily in this matter. s-,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

81 amt going to be called a printer's devil any
longer-no more | ain't," exclaimed our imp
the other day in great puoker. 'sWell, what
shall we call you z" 'Call me a topographic
spirit of evil, if you please-that's all !" '
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22
P. III. TROUT & co

P. II. TROUT & CO.,
A RE now receiving large stock of Drugs, -Q
IA Medicines, Paints, Oils, &C., which
they bought direct from the manufacturers and ~
importers, and are able to sell pure articles on
favorable terms. Their stock of SURGICAL IN
ments needed for town or County practice Also the
largest supply of FANCY ARTICLES, Brushes, Fine
Perfumery, &C., ever brought to this market.
Stauntnn March G
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

The best lip-salve in creation is a sweet kiss.
The remedy, however, should be used with great
care, as it is very apt to bring on an affection Of
the heGrt -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

A horrid old bachelor, speaking of the ladies'
fashions, says the people could get out of
church great deal better, if there were not
quite as much buztle at the door. nf
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

The gleeful laugh of happy children is the best
home music; aud the graceful figures of child
hood are the best statuary. scg
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

The greatest pleasure of life is love; the great
est treasure, oontentment; the greatest ease,
sleep; and the best medicine, trne friend. Gus =,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

Make good use of time, if thou lowest eternity !;
yesterday cannot be recalled-to-morrow can
not be secured-to-d day only is thine, which,
once lost, is lost forever aq.erfe,. q,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

If you wish to cure scolding wife, never fail
to laugh at her with all your might until she
ceases-then kiss her. Sure curess
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

There is relief in ridicule and good natured
satire. Laughing at the misconduct of the
world will in great measure, ease us of any
disagreeabe passion about it. 0 y
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

The pleasantest things in the world are pleas
ant thoughts, and the greatest art 10 life is to
have as many Of them as possible.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

During an examination, medical student be-
ing asked the question, "When does mortiica-
tion ensuea" replied: "When you pop the
question, and unanswered Mo-"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1860-05-22

Remember, young ladies, that oranges are not
apt to be praised after having been squeezed a
few times.