Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-07-25
Gov. Jackson, of Missouri.

l ne cltlZenS O1 Little Rock were gratl- fled on last Friday, the 10th inst, by the arrival of Gov. Jackson, of Missouri, ac- companied by Gen. Atchison, formerly U. S. Senator from that State Gov. Jack son was introduced to the crowd of eager citizens who came to welcome him, by Gov. Rector and also to Col. Borland' s command of about 300 men who were drawn mp in front of the Anthony House to receive him.
 Gov. Rector's remarks were delivered in an easy and graceful manner, and the kindly welcomes which he breathed from his heal t to his distinguished visitors, were fully sympathized with and leciprocated by every one present.
 The writer of this communication took no notes on the occasion, but so far as can be remembered Gov. Jackson in reply spoke nearly as follows
 FELLowSoLDIERs AND CITIZENS OF ARKANsAs-I am proud to be introduced to you. You see me o-day fugitive from my State, pursued by federal bayoncts.- With only 280 men we fought the Hessians as long as we could retreating inch by inch, ONtip pONtlCu Dul uOL Dtdttu. 1 nc SEIlDa- thies of the people of Missouri are with their southern brethren, and though consented at one time to act with the federal authori- ties for the preservation of peace and order, yet the continued outrages of private rights and the wanton waste of innocent blood by federal bayonets and bullets, drove the peaceabie citizens almost to madness, and Missouri rose against her oppressors. Day after day on my route, 1 Twas joined by tens and hundreds of my fellow citizens, all eager to revenge their wrongs am now on my way to Richmond to solicit arms and munitions of war to aid me in driving the foe from our State. The State of Mis- souri is under lasting obligations to the gallant State of Arkansas for the bold and seasonable assistance sent to us. My re- ception in this State has far exceeded any thing ever contemplated. From the bor- der line to this city, my journey has been one continued ovation--men, women and children welcomed me with warmth and a cordiality which has filled my heart with the most grateful feelings, and which in all the after scenes of life, will ever be remem- bered by me with the deepest gratitude.- Gentlemen my heart is with you, and 1 thank you for the cordial welcome you have given me-
 Gen. Atchison was loudly called for He addressed the crowd in an enthusiastic burst of eloquence, and his touching alu- sion to the probable death of his nephew on the battle ground of Missouri, overcame himself, and melted almost every one to tears.
 Col. Borland also spoke in reply, and said he presented his men with arms in Mejr hands to aid and assist Missouri, and so eager were they for the fight, that he assur- ed him no grass would be suffered to grow under their feet until they reached their des- tination.
 But the most touching scene of ali, was the address of the lady from Louisiana, whose husband, a captain of one of the companies in that regiment, had recently died in this city. She briefly, and with melt mg tones stated the fact of his death, wished she were soldier herself, that she might prove her devotion to her beloved country on the battle field. When she concluded, tears were trickling down the cheeks of many who never cried before. Rest as- sured that lady has the cordial sympathies of every cltizenof Little Rock in this her sad bereavement May the smile of an approving God rest upon her. and peace with angel wings hover over her aching heart.