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Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07
EEVENGES.

We like the spirit Of the following article
from the Baltimore Sun and commend it to
the attention of our readers:
The true man never degrades himself to
thegrati! !ticatiom Of mere revenge Gratif-
catDn May, the thing is too base to yield,
except to the basest nature, even false
scne Of qualification In the actual conflict
OF arms, brave men pursue no revenges.
ThE fallen and the wounded enemy are in
vesed with sacred claim upon the humani-
ty # the victor. The exhibition of a white
flag acts like charm upon the widest pas
siols of men infuriated by the roar and
clanor OF the strife. Even between the ar
mis- OF adverse nations war has no revenges
| to crafty; it can excuse no excesses, in the
Emnds of honorable men. Much less, then,
Eeal we contemplate the possibility of reyen-
Ega, or find toleraiion for excesses of any
| sot among those who should have been bre-
| tslen through all time
+ But to come nearer home with this mat
Ite, let US remember that, though differ
eres of opinion aud sentiment have arisen
amongst the citizens of Baltimore, there is
rally no cause or justification for the bitter
MSS of strife. The sympathies of men for
tie Union and flag Of our common country
are but very recently dear to, and believ-
IoI to be inalienable with, the whole people.
fw Issues have arisen, but for which there
i Inver has been a rational excuse; and in
fte division Of opinion the Union of the
Safes has suffered shock which threatens
Isawith desfuctii5ths nsthese issues there
,r'e men who believe that rights, and insti-
Zstions, and immunities are paramount to a
Fbminal Union maintained by military pow
II. but who would rejoice beyond measure
Ipuld they welcome the Union restored,
iIith these rights, institutions and immuni-
lies guaranteed. Hence the love of politi-
al liberty and the equality of the States
Iiust be common sentiment with the whole
eople of Baltimore, whatsoever may be the
,ne of their respective sympathies with re-
ard to the fearful contest now wayed in
44fms.
/ Our duty towards each other is therefore
} cherish amicable relations instead of seek
Ihg to inf1ame sentiment and exasperate
IPeling. Our citizens ought to have no
huse for personal strife and no revenges to
Bratify; and were the fortune of war to
sring the State Of Maryland under the gen.
Eral government of the Southern Confede-
acy Tomorrow, or to attach it permanently
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

to Northern Confederacy, we should de-
vote the very first opportunity, the very
first issue of the San, under such Gil
cumstances, to the maintenance of harmony
and good will amongst all our citizenship.
Mark this. We voluntarily put it on re-
cord. And we assert this principle as thai
which governs this journal: come what may
in the future, we shall urge the first impor.
tauce of goodwill, fellowship and harmony
among the citizens of Baltimore, that We
may all dwell together in the future beyond
this war as we did prior to its desolatipe
advent.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07
Qriginal 4luetry,

For the Port Tobacco Times.
HOPE ON.
There is calm for troubled souls,
beam of joy when seen,
Dispells the cloud that o'cr US rolls,
And makes us what we've been.
Yet oh how void we often arc
OF this most precious gift
When losing that we hold most dear
OF all sweet ties berch.
How wide gulph between two souls
"Two hearts that throb as one''-
A baser passion oft will cause,
And how we mourn it done?
'Tis then when musing o'er that sin,
Thus sundered and alone;
We know how torturing tits to feel
That grieving fault our own.
'Tis this which shows us sorrows cloud
Where hopes star o'er us shown,
And stills the harp SO dear of yore,
But now without tone.
Yet should the doubling soul look up,
And brighten every chain
Which links it to the past--and lose
Its every former pain.
Wav'ring spirit! that tuneless harp,
Now void of every strain,
Will to thy gentle touch respond
Its glad ming songs again.
Why should it linger on our minds,
This dark-tinged, sad regret?
I Il thou hast hope. seek not the past.
5 8 Z. sssiss PAUL.z
rles Coses1u. Non. Q, 1861.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07
From All the Year Around.
How to Walk in Comfort.

The bootmaker, ignorant of the relative
use and Importance of the different parts of
the foot, has steadily persisted for centuries,
and at this day usually persists, in so shap-
ing the shoe that the great toe is forced
upon the other toes more or less out of its
right line with the heel Nine civilized
people in ten, perhaps, have their great
toes thus by & ~, Emission to mis-
3ts and sEoULllI|II 1ll1 :,
wards, that line run down in the middle
of them from point to ball, if continued. !.
would not fall anywhere on the heel at all,
but several inches outside the body. The
necessary consequence is, the full strength
of the natural lever for raising the body is
destroyed the effort has to be made at a
disadvantage, and with pressure, the act of
walking loses some of its grace and much of
its ease SO that although the boot may be
so we'll adjusted to the spoilt shape of the
foot, Is te cause no pain, an honest twenty
or thr.~tv mile walk is more than the ham
pered fe,ot machinery has power to sustain
For this reason, says DR.. Meyer, it is
wrong to suppose that because shoe is easy
it is right, or that cast of the foot, unless
it be a healthy one, would make the best
last for the shoe it is to wear Allowance
should be made for the gradual return of
the great toe to its place, by leaving its
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

E-"I am going-you need not make so
much noise about it, as the cannon ball
said to the cannon.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

E-''You lost two legs in the army you
say; what did you gain by it p
Single blessedness, sir; for, after that,
no woman would marry me"
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

Y~Cultivatc ciyility, politeness and "a
grceable manners. They are cheap, and
will be advantageous to you through life
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

yLaziness begins in cobwebs and ends
in iron chains. 1t creeps over a man SO
slowly and imperceptibly, that he is bound
tight before he knows it.
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07
THE BATTLE AT BALLS BLUFF.

Graphic Account Of the Engagement.
One of the best and most graphic accounts
of the battle of Balls Bluff, yet published,
we find in the New York World. Much of
it, however, is anticipated by the details al
ready given, but we make some extracts of
stirring interest:
Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1861-11-07

Gus in the annals Of Germany He built
the Castle of Zahringen and the city Of Frei-
burg, and erected and endowed the monas-
teries Of St. Ruprecht and St. Peter. Yet,
busy and brilliant as was the close of his
career, the old chronicler hints that it was
less happy than the care free gleeful life
which he led beside his coal mounds in tile
Dark Forest
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19

and drawers may be of soft cotton: hut all the other articles Cot clothing, socks and undershrts should Le Of wool. Shoes, coming well mn r,und the ancles, are better than hoots Two pnod nair are needed. Let all the articles be well mode- The soldier has poor chance to mend rips and rents.
 Where lot of clothing for the whole, or a mart of company, shall De contributed in any neigh hozhood from which the road to Pocahontas or Pittman's ferry, goes by a route nearer than hy Little Rock. let t be packcd up. properly market. forwarded st nn"e, to either of the formef paccs ans! delivered to the quartormaster, who will pru- periy receipt iur, and distribute it. All that is sent by way ot Little RocS. should be in charge of thc military hoard who will duly forward it.
 have one suggestion tO make here. which. l. seems to me appeal, with peculiar force. not only Co the humanity, but to the sense of ju,tice of every citizen. !t is in reference ,o those indiyid- ual volunteers land know there are several in the several companies, who left no relations behind them. Let no, those men he neglected. It ia natural, that m making our contributions should al, think hrst of our relations in the army, and provide first for then. Shall those who have no relations. and are vet defending our homes, which are not their own, go uncared iorl Justice, hu- minity, decency. forbid it! Let supply of coth ing be sent to all. Let not the modification that he is forgotten and neglected be the portion of any one in ranks. Let not the disgrace fall upon our State, that those who had least of their own to fight for, and were the least selfish in volun- teersng, and were vet among the first to volunteer have no place in remembrance. and receive no portion of the comforts prepare for our defen, ders.
 In order that I may be kept informed of the pro- gress of the work am here to superntend and know when it is accomplished, the company off cers who have been sent into the several counties, in aid of the same, will report to me speedily yas practicable, at this place, the success which has attended their efforts.
 SOLON BORLAND Colonel
 lst Reg. Ark. Vols. in Cont. Ser.
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
OFFICE MILITARY BOARD. Sept. Il. 1861.

'HNHE Central Clothing Committees in the various ties informed that it is of the highest importance that such Clothing they have procured be sent carly possible to the army Hence they will send such have accumulated their hands with the least possible delay. may designate for what particular company their clothing is intended and the Central Committees will have them put in separate boxes and labeled reach the desired destination They will be sent to the head quarters Hadee and their arrival at POcahonas or Pittmans Ferry will be delivered to John H. ImbOlen, Qnartemaster the 2d Division directly to he Quar- the Confederate States who will distribute them in accordance with the design of those who have rbuted thcm In every instance boxes will be labeled for the particular company for which they designed and directed either the State Confederate Quarermaster Receipts will be given for them by either of these ndvidu als. and transmitted to the Military Board.
 The Military Boardtakes this opportunity of expressing thanks the Soutry for the very general and patriotic response made to it's cal and in order to cve immediate and pressing wants of the soldiers would again impress upon the Central Committees the necessity immediately sending such articles they have hand to the army Where it convenient let them be tue river fer shipment Where it is not, let them be by wagon Their transportation will be paid proper cert- cation this oice
 H. NJ. RECTOR, Governor
 and Ex-oiicio President Military Board. Attest:
 D. ". DAVIS Secretary Military Board.
 Sept F, 1861 St
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
Is4 sGzS.. <S- CIRCULAR.
70 tAe rotrs of the counties of Sebastian, Scott Polk, Sccicr, YN, Montgomery, PiEr, Hemp stead, Latayttp, Coium5ia, Ouachha, C!ark J 4 A.-

70 he rot1s of Me counties of Sebastian, Scott Polk, Scrier, YN, Montgomery, PiEr, Hemp stead Lataytte, Coium5ia, Ouachha, C!ark P,rry and Hot Spring:
 Having been urgently solicited by many of my friends, to become candidate for Congress, III this the 2I congressional district, have consent cd to do so I is the first time in my life, that mv name has been placed before the people ot Ar kansas for public ohce, except two small offices Ill this county. 1 am no polite and as there is no party issues before the people, there appears to be no necessity fer canvasSlng the district. The oniy thing in my humble opnon necessary for each voter to know, is, whether the individual he vote, for is capable ana honest. It is not my in tention to follow the usual mode of electioneerng and if the people think me capable of represent ing them, l will serve them to the best ot my ability It will be my object to attend first to the great interest of the country, in conqucrln@ peace with the abolition gov ernmeIt, which is waglnS war of subjugation upon the Confederate States.
 The interest of our district is pccuIial-the whole frontier bordering on the Indian iiue-and 1t will be my object to secure every interest for it, that is, or may be needed.
 have been nearly fifteen years engaged in this place. in editing a newspaper, and my sentiments upon the rights of the South have long been known, and believe many of the people i'll the district know me bv reputation, if not personally. There are several candidates for the same office before the people, to all of whom shall extend every courtesy and kindness, and have nothing to say against the claims of either award 10 them the same honest motives, that I believe actuatc myself in submitting my name for so high and honorable position seat in the first Congress in the Confederate States. Sh0"lda any one ol them succeed in being elected, shall have no feelings of clmtv towards the fortunate individual, but he will always find me, as have always been to all men, friend.
 l am respectfully etc.,
 JOHN F. WHEELER.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
CAMDEN, Sept. 7th, 1861.
Col R. II. JoHNsoN-

C0l k. fi JOHNSON
 Dear Sir: By the True Democrat which reached here to-day, perceive that have been named as one of the electors to cast the vote of the State for Davis and Stephens. I acknowledge the honor conferred and .heerfully acquiesce n the implied conditions. Davis and Stephens will be voted for in this section of the State without, am sure one dissenting voice. So far, they have nobly and faithfully discharged their duties, and gratitude, well as policy, demands their unanimous re elec- ton. There others better qualified to guide the destinies of the young South through the pers of war, or to shape her policy when peace shall have settled upon our borders. No man should court more honorable privilege than that of being permitted to cast his vote for these men, who have been so greatly instrumental, under kind Provi- dence, in securing to us our rights and liberties.
 Thanking you, and through you the gentlemen with whom you consulted, for the honor conferred upon me, in assigning me position on the electoral ticket, remain
 Yours respectfully,
 II. L. GRINSTED.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
EDW. CROSS, SR
CAMDEN. Scnt. lnth. lsG

CAMDEN, Ncpt IHth, IobI-
 EDIToR TRUE DLMoCRAT-Pelmit me 10 say through your columns that John T. Bearjen, esq, of this city, is candidate for the Confederate Congress A better, truer or more suitable selec- ton could not be made for the position. Hei en- dowed with talents of the highest order, uniting energy of purpose with decision of character, and frmness with moderation, His native kindness of heart endears him to all with whom he comes in contact, and together with his intellectual qualii cations renders him eminently fit to be the repre- sentative of q free people, struggling to maintain their freedom. This much feel it right to say because l have known him intimately for number of years. "OU UACHlTA."
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19

OFFICE, MILITARY BOARD, Sept l1th, 1861. INDIVIDUALS holding certfc0tes of purchase for sup 2 plies furnished the sh Col Pattersons) the 0th Col. MeIrck the 2th Col GaDtts and 14th regiment (Col. MnchePs) are informed that all of their claims have been audited in this office and will be office of the dtor and Treasurer of the State in three days The aggregate amount of the for each of the above reg ments has been cast and adjusted and the order will be made for that amount in favor of the Mastering officer each regiment and held in the teasurers office subject to the order of the Board As fast the issue in the treas urers office for each regiment is completed it will be nOunced through the press and individual claimants then call and get their bonds
 H. M. RECTOR, EroGcio P M E. Attest:
 D. W. DAVIS. Scy Military Board.
 Sept. 12, 1861. 3t
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19

SHOCKING MURDER.-John, Ardrey living near Des Arc in this county, was yesterday com mtted to jail, charged with the murder of his wife. From the testimony given in atthe court of inquest, this is undoubtedly one of the most in- human acts ever perpetrated in a civilized com munity. It seems that Monday night last, Ar drey as usual came home drunk Some time during the night Mrs A. had occasion to slightly chastise a child which was lying on trundle bed, crying. At this Ardrey arose from his bed and struck his wife three times near the stomach, causing her almost instant death. This Is the evidence of their daughter who was lying in the trundle bed with the child and where her mol- CT died. We learn that Ardrey has been in the habit of beating his wife for many years when under the influence of liquor.- BIowns rUie Bdnlter.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
MARI.BROoK, Sent. l2. 1861.
WAKIB Bl EpIToR TRUE DEMOCRAT

EpIToR TRUE DEMOCRAT
 Dear Sir: In the last number of the True De mocrat l find my name presented as one ot the electors to cast the vote of Arkansas for President and Vice President Of the Confederate States Having been confined to my room by serious in- disposition for the fast SIX or seven days, I am unable to say more at the present, than that feel complimented in the designation. and regard Jetfersen Davis and A. II. Stephens as having pro mihent claims to the high positions they now occu- py in tue provisional government. In devotion to the cause of civil lbery, familiarity with the prin ciple. upon which our rights are btsed and ability to perform the duties of those oii"es, to which am sure they will be calie by an almost unanimous voice of their country-they have in my estima, ton no superioIs.
 am very truly and sincerely,
 your friend and servant,
 EDW CROSS. SR
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19

psa. In further contradiction ofthe assertion. of the Des Are Citizen that the wounded in Col Caurchill's regiment were Shockingly and in humanly neglected" we publish the following letter from the acting surgeon general of Mssou ri. which we find in the Citizen orSept ll The Wounded at Springfield. Missouri
 DES AEc lIorEi. Sept }, 1861. ME. EpIToE:-My attention has i4st been called to an editorial iu your issue of yesterday. a portion of which deem it my dgtv to correct: You say. we are painei tp l,aru tha, ,hc aoaud, cd. .cspccial'y those belonging t1 Col. Church ills re ,meni.l have been mos sh ,cAn,lv and iulualanly acglectrl." Now sir. hay, to.a. tovon for the qualification of those who may h,v. wounded relatives and friends in Col. Church. i!'s command. that vnu have h.en ms;nform,t in regard to this matter. The regiment under Col Churchill! were in thc hottes, of the battle and suffered very severely. The wounded were removed to Springfield, and placed in comlDr table houses, before the necessary arrangement could be made for bedding and for the first night many were compelled to lie upon beds of straw, covered with their bl.nkets Lots Of mattresses, pillows, comforts, etc., for the man utacture of which there was abundance of ma teral in the hands of the hospital quarternaster were furnished as rapidly as possible. Surgeons and nurses are provided in sufficient number to see that the wounded are properly attended to and nothing is left undone that could contribute to their comfort.
 l make this statement as an act of justice to gallant officer, and brave and noble regiment, who would not permit fellow soldier to suffer for want of attention.
 Yours truly
 II. W. CROSS.
 Act. Surgron General of
 Missouri forces
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
DANvILLE, YELL Co.,, ARK.
 Sent llrh lS6l

Messrs. JOHNSON X YERKEs-
 Gentitmen: Among the many prominent men whose names are suggested candidates for Con- gress, in the 2d Congressional district at the com ing election, none are more deserving of notice than that of Col. George W. Lcmoyne, of Oar danee He is honest-he is capable, and his his long experience legislator would render his services of great advantage in the next Congress.
 Should Col. Lemoyne become Il candidate he will receive the almost unanimous support of this county.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
Notice.

IL persons holding and owning warrants scrip "A against the county of Marion, Ark hereby notified and requested the this court at the next term said Monday in October next lS6l reissing the and ascertain the amount of the indebtedness of said county All persons holding such scrip and neglect refuse to present the same at the prescribed hereby shall thereafter forever be barred from deriving any benefit from the claim aforesaid Given under my hand this 18th day of August 1861
 IS0N NJ. TINNETT
 Sheriff of Marion county, Ark, Sept. 12 1861 2w Cost O. adv. 6 50
Arkansas true Democrat., 1861-09-19
s. MASSENGALE, P. M.
ANTOINE, PIKE Co.,, A

ANYONE, PIKE Co.,, ARK.
 EDITOR TRUE DEMocRAr-I notice in your last issue some suggestions in relation to senators to be elected by the legislature this fall, which meet the appreciation of every man 50 far as known. All seem to think that Hon. R w. Johnson is the right man, and the old war-horse for the other is the choice of nine tenths of the people in this section of country. Dr. Mitchell is the man for the times, and hope to see him and Johnson elec- ted. w. B. $.