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Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
Letter from Kentucky.

COLUMBUS, Kr., Sept. 23d, lS6l.
 Last Friday evening, the 2Oth inst, our pickets came in and stated upon what they conceived to be creditable authority that the enemy were ap- preaching, and from the course they seemed to be aiming, were going to bridge on the Ohio and Mobile railroad, some four miles from this place. toward Tennessee; by means whereof, they thought to surround and cut off all possible communlca- ton by railway. This intelligence was more readl- ly received and believed, as the enemy were known to be encamped on Mayfeld creek, some twelve miles above here, on the Kentucky side, hence' such movement had been anticipated. Some two three regiments, and one artillery company were immediately sent to the bridge to welcome the hirelings, while the whole camp were ready to march to any point where their services might DC needed. The alarm proved to be false, and the contemptible scoundrel q am glad to say he was not soldier, but citizen stranger) who gave the alarm was arrested and lodged in jail. He, doubt less, had some treacherous object in view, that caused him to give it.
 Saturday evening, from one o'clock until four constant cannonading was kept up, soon after its commencement it was definitely ascertained to be firing from the enemy's gun-boat, which was done, it was believed to attract attention from other points on the Kentucky side of the river. under the impression that they were about to make a naval attack; and thus they would be enabled to
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
To the Voters of the 2d Congressional
 

To the Voters of the 2d Congressional
 District,
 Composed of the counties Of Sebastian Scott, Polk, P1ry, Yell, Hot Spring, Montgomery, Seoier, Pie. Hanpstead, Latayette, Columbia, Ouachita and Ciark:
 I am candidate to represent you in the Confederate Congress to assemble III Rich mond in November next. The shortness of the time intervening between this and the cleo tion. will preclude me from canvassing the dis trict.
 I am a sou.herner by birth, and have resided in Arkansas since 1882 and am fully identified with her interests. I approve most cordially of the measures and policy adopted and suggested by our worthy and patriotic President, Jeffer- son Davis, for the protection and interests ot the Confederate States, and if elected will aid to the utmost of my ability, in the maintain ance of such policy as will conduce to the early establishment of peace upon such terms as not to compromit the honor or interests of the Con- federate States. The situation of the country IS such at the present. as to prevent me from suggesting such measures as in my Judgment might tend most greatly to your interests; but being fully identified in every respect with your interests pledge myself to give no aid to any policy that in my judgment may detract from vour interest and honor.
 G. D. ROYSTON. Oct 2 1061 till lst NOv
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03

LATE APPOINTMENTS BY THE PRESIDENT We learn that President Davis has nominated, and will continue the appointment, during the recess of Congress, of Brigadeir General Brax- ton Bragg as full General (being the highest rank in the Confederate army. The reported transfer of Gen. Bragg to Virginia IS, we are advised as yet undecided
 We have the further information that Ex- Secretary Walker has been appointed by the President to brigadier generalshlp. Gen. Walker will take command in the West.
 Major c. W. Smith, of Kentucky, formerly major of the engineer corps in the Unite States service, resigned some years ago, has arrived III this city with view of taking service in Vlr- ginia. Major Smith was cassmate ot Gen. Beaureg gard, and has reputation at once brll' liant and popular among army olhcerS. 1t IS reported that he will be put in command of tha advance forces on the Potomac.-Rtchn0h@ EcdHtiner, l9fb
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BENroNvILLE, Sept. 23d, 1861.

DEAR YERKEs - There is prevalent rumor throughout this county, and throughout this Dr. gade, that at the battle of the Oak Hills, Colonel Churchill lost most of his men while they were quietly taking their breakfast. As surgeon ot Col. Churchill's regiment, wish to correct the report It is true were fired upon by both artillery and small arms while we were at breakfast, but the alacrity with which our brave volunteers sprang to their arms, and rallied for the fight, was alike creditable both to our men and our cause. We only lost two killed and four wounded before the regiment formed under it's brave commander. All the rest of gallant men who fell, either killed wounded, fell disputing every inch of ground with the insolent foe. l make this report, not for effect, but to vndicate the truth of history.
 Respectfully yours,
 w. A. CANTRELL, Surgeon
 Col. ChurchiUs Regiment.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
To the Citizens of Arkansas.
HEAD QUARTERS,
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKs, Sept. l7th. 1861

FAYETTEVILLE, ARKs, Sept l7th, 1861.
 Having completed the duty assigned me, of receiving the arms and military stores transfer Pearce's command I am now authorized, and directed by Gen'I Hardee to raise for operations on this line, brigade for the confederate ser vice for three years, or during the war, to con- sist of two regiments of infantry, six compa- nies of cavalry, and one company of artillery Two of the companies of cavalry and the artiI lery company are already i'll the service, and three companies of infantry are accepted. am also authorized by Gen. McCulloch to sra;s. for the same time, of the five regiments called for by him in his late proclamation. The entire force to be raised by me, will be accepted by companies, each having not less than 65, nor more than 80 men, When as many as 40 men are enrolled, rendered to me, and accepted the Captain will be authorized to go into camp until the company is fully organized, and to subsist his men at government expense, with the condition, that the government shall not be bound for such expense if the company fails to organize within ten days thereafter This ad- vance of the credit of the Confederate States, ought to insure success in every instance.- When company thus rendered and accepted shall be fully organized, the Captain will re- port to me here, immediately, either in person, or by express, and the company will be ordered to-brigade head quarters, near this place. The foregoing announcement with the plain state ment, that the South needs the services at once of all her fighting men, IS the only appeal, or argument 1 shall now offer. It ought to be amply sufficient. For short time yet, I will be occupied in the necessary work of collecting supplies for the force have called for, and in pushing forward repairs of the arms in my pos session, turued over to me by Gen. Pearce's command. Men willing to risk their lives for their country, deserve to be as we'll provided for, and as well armed as possible. If found necessary l may publish appointments, and make addresses in this, and adjacent counties, if indeed so unlikely condition of things shall exist, as to require that labor. l trust, how ever that the patriotic sons of Arkansas, dis daining to wait for addresses from me, will rush to arms under the more eloquent oratory of a bleeding and struggling country, ofa barbarous and impIacable enemy, and of their own true and loyal hearts. If they thus rally promptly around the flag of stars and bars, that standard borne to victory, and to victory by their valor and the courage of such men as they, will soon wave triumphantly, not alone over southern soil, but over territory conquered from the northern
 T. T. c. HINDMAN,
 Col c. s. A.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03

Ds5H A correspondent of the New Orleans Picayune, writes from Kentucky the following account of Old Abe's youthful indiscretions:
 Since my sojourn here have heard good story on Old Abe, which is too good to keep, and is no doubt true, as it comes from very high authority. highly respectable old lady of this county, Mrs. Patsey Gates, soon after Lincoln election, said to friend: "Well, who thought
 that Abraham Enlow would ever get to be Pres ident!' "Who is Abraham Enlow?'' inquired hel friend. 'Iord! don't you know?" replied hon
 est Mrs. Patsey Gates; "it is Abe Lincoln, to be sure." "How can that be?" asked her friend "Wby, I'll tell you," replied the good old lady
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
Clothing for our Soldiers.
A. Q. Ms OFFICE. FoRT SMIMH, ARK,
 Senirmher l2Ih lSGl

A. Q. Ms OFFICE. FoRT SMIMH, ARK, ]
 September 18th, lo6l.} It will require the combined efforts of all patri- otic citizens in aid of the quarter masters depart ment, to supply sufficient comfortable clothing to our gallant troops during the coming winter. With the view of furnishing tue troops on the Arkansas frontier, the merchants of the State are requested to inform this office, at early day. of the quality, quantity and prices of such articles as they can supply as follyws:
 Wooen Socks, Cotton Socks,
 Flannel Shirts, Hickory Shirts,
 Woolen Drawers, Linsey Drawers, Canton Flannel do WOolen Pants or Jack cts, , Jeans Pants Linsey Pants,
 Jeans Goats, Wooen Coats, Overcoats, Satinet Coats,
 Coarse Cloth, Satinet, Linsey Coats,
 Blanket Coats, Boots, Shoes,
 Jeans, Blankets, We've Hats, Caps Contributions of any of the above named articles, from our liberal citizens will be received in the general stock of clothing for the army or forwarded to particular individuals. The citizens of every town and village can appoint receiver, who will receive, pack, mark and forward to this office their contributions. GEO. w. CLARK,
 Major A. Q. M. N. B.-None others than those ho are patriotic enough to receive the money of their government, need respond to the above. G. w. C.. N. B.-All liberal and patriotic editors quested to give the above few insertions in their papers; and to call attention editorially. Sept. 26, '6l. 3w. G. w. c.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03

"Many years ago we all knew boy named Abraham Enlow. He was sharp wiry chap, and always up to mean tricks. He stole sad de one day from Jim Craycroft. Next Sabbath Jim met Abe at church; it was log cabin church, in those days, near Cedar Creek, and Jim Craycroft knew the saddle, cause he made it and he was sadder. Jim talked of having him up for it, and so Abe ran off, and went to H. inois, where he changed his name to Lincoln, but there are fifty men now living who know Abe Lincoln to be the same Abe Enlow who stole Jim Craycrott's saddle. There Is no one who has become lower since Abe Enlow has become a traitor President, under the stolen name of Abe Lincoln. But we all said at the time that the boy who stole Jim Craycroit's saddle would never come to any good end.
 There can be no doubt after this authority, as to who Abe Lincoln IS. l wish this to take it's chance of reaching you, but If any of Old Abe's friends get hold of it, 1t will be sure to miScarrY. Oha.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
I. C. HIN U M AN,
 Col. c. $. A.
SHORT MOUNTAIN, ARKs.
 September 24th, 1861.

To the Edttor ofMe True Democrat:- I see by your last paper, of the 18th, that you place the name of Judge Hampton in your paper, instead of Dr. Jordan'S, for cleo tor of President and Vice-President. On the l7th inst. l happened in Fort Smith, when the news reached there of the lamented death of Dr. Jordan, and as I live in the same section of the state, it was thought fit by some persons Ishould take his place. consented to do SO and my name was accordingly announced. Of course l have no objection to your nomi nee, but under existing circumstances, should do injustice to some friends, as well as myself to withdraw. None will deny my fidelity to the South. l can vote for Jeff Davis, not only for the sake of tte cause, but in accordance with my personal feelings, having known him many years.
 You will please publish this and continue my name in your paper, as candidate until the day of election.
 Respectfully etc.,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
To the People of Washington and North
 Western Arkansas.
FAYETTEVILLE, Sept. 26, lo6l.

FAYETTEVILLE, sept. @o, 1Ooi'
 The above proclamation reached me at Il o'clock last night. 1 send it by express and telegraph wherever possible. The time for delay, tor dlssen- sons has passed. Ten thousand OO,O0O) kansas rulians and cut t-throats flushed with victory, ap- proach your own homes to plunder and to desoiate' McCulloch will meet them ill your defence, but with force wholly insufficient He cannot be de, feated, but may be destroyed His destrucnon VIII VI be yours You must, you will go to his aid Rally then, as one man instantly, in defence o your coun trr The arms for two regiments of infantry and Gnnr companies of cavalry are here in my posses sion. sion As companies are formed and reported to me by telegraph or express, will accept them for f.. slye months. arm them and move them forward as rapidly as possible towards the enemy; Let Let every man who has southern heart and the oouliy strength for service enrol his name Tn some com T. c. HINDMAN,
 Col c. $. A.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
SPECIAL TO THE AVALANCHE.
 RourrrNc (,prrN Ky Oct
Highly Important From tue Arkansas Frontier.

The following dispatch from Maj G. W. CLARK Quartermaster at Fort Smith, is reliable:
 FoRr SMITH, Sept. 26.-I send you copy of c en- McCulioch's proclamation, which speaks Tor itself The robbers of Kansas, under Lane ana Montgomery, backed by federal troops, have de feated the Missourians-ar burning towns, robbing and committing the most atrocious crimes They are marching upon the Arkansas frontier Me Culoch has only about $500 men-the Arkansas State troops having disbanded. w
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
WILLIAM MOSS, Register. ntNIFI, GRIFFIN. Receiver
NOTICE TO DERIVATION CLAIMANTS.
All Kinds of Good Arms Wanted.

VUvHE UNDERSIGNED has been author n iZed by the Government Ot the COntede- E&E/ rate States to purchase for the of the tsrA 4NI Confederate Army engaged in our e-SSlsAS,vA5k< fence, all of the good which be1SkALsirFaSe procured in the country.
 He will only purchase "reguation arms, such as Mnskets and Rifles both Flint and Percussion made for the army, but also Double Barreled Shot Guns and Country RiaeS. Percussion Locks.
 Rii purchase Cavalry Arms such Pistols, Carbnes and sabers.
 He will also purchase Ordnance.
 Good substantial Gan Barrels or Guns which may be made good by repairing will be purchased
 The full valne all purchased will be paidthe price to be fl Xed by competent judges Of the article sold
 be hoped that all persons having arms, etc, tined above will bring them forward promptly that they " be pun condition to make them effective in the hands nl -olders. S C. FAULKNER, "nry Store Keeper, C. s. ArSenaI, Little Rock.
 Ms,.
 Sept 26, 1SGl. any of the above arms for sale will B. Persons havine "EILD DOLBY, my agents, call at the store of ne S c. F. who will nl
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
The State of Arkansas.
g 2 o O R o w

ME1 uEKEAS, It has this day been made known the W Governor, that SAMUEL D. FLOYD the 9th day Of August, A. D. S6l murdered BEVERLY FRANKLIN in the county of lzard in the State of Arkansas then fed from justice. and Is now running at large.
 THEREFORE, HENRY M RECTOR, Governor of the State of Arkansas by virtue of the authority in vested by do hereby offer a reward of TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS to who will and deliver the said Floyd the Sheriff of Izard county Arkansas in order justice may be done and the laws executed.
 ia Testimony W.ereot, have hereuno set my hand and r. seal of the State of Arkansas affixed h. oI Rock this 26th day of September A. D.
 1861. H. M. RECTOR. By the Governor:
 JOHN l. SHERMAN, Sec'y of &dte.
 DESCRIPTION.
 The said Samuel D. Floyd is about six feet high weighs 165 ITO bs small dark dark skin rather swarthy complexion hair hn and dark has bad sears on his body where he has been cut has relatives in Yell county Arkansas Sept. 26, 1S6l 3w
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
EDITOR TRUE DEMOCRAT:
AN ARKANSAS VOLUNTEER.

SIR-Permt me through the columns of your worthy paper to express the sincere thanks of Capt. N. c. Gould's company of CTe1as) Red river dragoons, to the citizens of western Arkansas, for their generous hospitality shown us in passing through their respective countless in providing both men and horses with victuas and pr >vender, free of charge. And also, to R. M Jones' of the Choctaw Nation, for supplying u. bountifully one night
 The citizens of Sevier, Pike, Clark, Saline and Hot Spring counties, decidedly the most patri- otic that we have had the honor of meeting with. Success to the worthy patriots of southwestern Arkansas. May q long life and happy one be their reward.
 Respectfully yours, etc.,
 l.. l.. BAILEY, 2nd
 Junior It. R. R. D.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
SHORT MOUNTAIN, ARK,
 September, 1861.

SfWe7HOeT, loOl. } To THE EDIToR-
 Being on my return from South west Ms souri, and having ridden over the battle ground at ( Oak HilS," as late the 30th inst, twenty days after the battle, it has occurred to me that few thoughts the subject might not be unac- ceptable to your readers Considering the disad vantages under which our army labored. and all the circumstances attending it, 1 consider the vic tory to be the greatest of which we have any record on this continent. In the first place, it is clear that none of our officers or men expected the fight to come off at the time and place it did The reports all show that army expected to move forward and attack the enemy at Springfield and orders had been given the night before to that effect. It was only prevented by the unpromisng tate of the weather, and what might have been the result,Nf that move had been made God only knows. In the next place, I believe it is fact hat the enemy had spies in camp for day or
 wo before the battle, who gave full information of the intention of our officers, and 1 am inform ed that one Of these miscreants, man by the name of Crenshaw, who lives near and knew every inch of the ground. piloted Seigil to the rear of CHuIchlll anu tiie leXaS regiment, where SnOI from his battery gave them the first intimation of this presence. This man, Crenshaw, makes his fortune, or large part of it. by trading with the South l am told the confusion in our ranks, at first, almost beggars description, and, certainly, nothing but the most dogged and desperate fight ing would have caused such victory In addi ton to this, the position occupied by Lyon, and where he was killed, struck me very advanta- geous one. have been told that Gen. McCul- loch had ordered that hill to be taken possession of by one of the Missouri officers, but l did not ask the General the question, knowing how luctant he must be to say any thing which would reflect on any of his subordnates, and especially as the battle had resulted gloriously. 1 was in company with several of Churchil' regiment who did me the favor to show me the field. l traced that regiment from their camp to the final scene, or what is called the Bold Hill, where Lyon was killed, and where I saw his dead horse. After forming, as we'll they could, at or near Sharp's house. they moved up the Springfield road and, under an order from Gen. Price, took position in front of Lyons command, the latter being on the highest ground, and they having to fight up hill have heard of an "up hill business" in meta phorical sense, but this was literally SO. By this
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03

SOLDIERS AID SocIETY.-The patriotic La dies of Little Rock have this week organized society, to be known as the soldiers aid society, the object of which is to provide clothing for our army. The following officers were elected: Mrs. E. H. English, President; Mrs. c. Lang tree, Superintendent of the work; Miss E. Field, Secretary; Mrs. F. E. Ashley, Treasurer. More than forty ladies have already signed the consti- tuition and became members of the society. It is hoped that many others will enlist in the good work.-Gazstte.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
Soldiers Clothing.

am authorized to receive any clothing which may be contributed to Capt J. B. Johnsons com pany, of Little Rock. They will be deposited at the True Democrat office, and sent on to the com pany at early day. The clothing furnished them by the Confederacy of poor material, and they need warm clothing, and are unable to purchase them HENRY C. ASHLEY.
 October ,, 1861.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03

successfully repelled the invaders at Oak Hills
 Your experience will be worth much, and will greatly expedite speedy organization, and Knowing you, I have the utmost confidence in your undaunted courage, and shall be proud again to command you. N. B. P.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
10 the Merchants of Arkansas.

We call attention to the suboined call of Maj. Clark for clothing, and material Those who have articles of this kind for sale would do well to inform Maj. Clark of the number and their prices. Our troops must be supplied. and those having these things for sale must furnish rbam
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
L AT E R

NASHVILLE, Oct. 1.-The Bowling Green cor respondent of the Union and American of the Both ult, says Gen. Buckncr is advancing towards the Ohio river--driving the home guards before him. It is thought he will reach Owensboro on Monday night The same correspondent says the advance guard of the army from Bowling Green moved forward on Monday ten miles beyond Green river. Rosseau is reported to be retreating. There IS q report at Bowling Green to-day that the Hcssians have burned Hawesville and Cloverport on the Ohio river Gen. Buckner has blown up the lock or, Green river Rochester. Gov. Gamble, of Missouri, has made proclamation for the State convention to meet in St. Louis Oct. 10th. Mr. Ferguson, M P, and Hon. MT. Burke, both Of England, arrived in the city yesterday en route to Richmond. A private letter from Richmond says that Arnold Harris has been released uncondlton- ally.
 SPECIAL TO THE AVALANCHE.
 BOWLING GREEN, Kx., Oct. l.
 Passengers by the State line report Gen. Buck ner's advance column of 2,000 confederates took Hopkinsville yesterday, capturing small arms and cannon The federals dispersed without firing gun It is reported the federals shot two coniede- rate prisoners before dispersing.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-10-03
NOTICE-FOR SALE.

1cO ACRES of good bottom Land, lOO situated Is miles from Little Rock, on the Pine Bluff road--40 acres in cultivation-for- merly owned by John w. Jay, and in the neigh- borhood of Wm. Q. Pennington, which offer fer sale at low price, payable in WAR BONDS.
 Aug l, 1861. VIM. N, PARISH,
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PROCL A M A T I O N |.
HEAD QUARTERS, CAMP JACKSON, ARK.
 Sept. 25th, 1861.

StpI' SJIII TOoI'
 Kansas Lane and Montgomery have defeated Missouri regiment under Col. Hunter, and nave burned Osceola. I need three regiments of m fantry immediately. will accept them for twelve months Let all those who have arms bring them, as the arms turned over by the State may fall into the hands of those nearest to them. Let those who wish to serve their State rally to her defence at once. BEN. McCoLLOOu,
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Take Notice Everyb.

ENRON this date my lusinase will Ia at,a,ld ~ad Il JAMES F.. FOLSOM, who is instructed to sell my |, ercusirety 0r CdS and fully authorized and accounts due As it is actually necessary my affairs should be settled up hope all indebted to me will come forward and liquidate D. c. FULTON
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$31l Reward-Stop the Murderer.

HEAD QUARTERS CAMP CoKER, MARION Co., ARK- l
 September 1st, 1851. WE hereby certify that duly authorized retain and out of the money that be paid spectvecompanies Hree Hundred aud ceren doarS S31l) when discharged from the term of ervce who will apprehend and deliver the body of JAM PATRICK to tue sheriff or other proper author y of Searcy county the State of Arkansae for the nhu murder If Joseph Honey, worthy citizen of said of Searcy and volunteer soldier belonging company K- l4th regiment Arkansas volunteers
 JAMtS II. LOVE, Capt. Co. K. Sept. 26 6l. 3w. G. ". CAMPBELL D.