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The New York herald., 1862-04-03
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The New York herald., 1862-04-03
SITUATIONS wANTED-FEMALEs.

A SITUATION wANTED-BY A REsPECPABIE wO-
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
Tribute of Easnect

A special communication Of Princeton Lodge, No. 27 was held i'll the Lodge room at Princeton, Arkansas, on the 26th day O. April A. D. 1869, A. l.. 5S62. The W. M. informed the Lodge that the meet Ing was called for the purpose of adopting some suitable resolutions expressive Of the sympathy of th's lodge, on the death of our brethren W~Y. trench and Wm. Hamilton. Bro. French died of disease at or near Fredericksburg, Va, August, A. D. lool, in the military service of the Confederate otates Bro Hamilton was mortally wounded in the battle on the 9th, near Corinth Miss, and died on the l2th of April, 1862, also in the Confederate service.
 WHEREAS, It has pleased our Great Grand Mas ter above to remove from our midst our brethren w. Y. French and Wm. Hamilton; useful citizens, honest men, worthy masons and brave soldieIs- Therefore,
 Resolred, That in tho death of our brethren French and Hamilton, society has lost useful mefn- bers. the Confederate States faithful soldiers and this Lodge worthy members
 ReSoloed, That this lodge deeply condole with the heart stricken friends and relations and tender to them our heart felt sympathy.
 Res0Lued, That the members of this lodge wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days.
 Resotoed, That the above preamble and resolu- tions be spread upon the record of this lodge, and that copy be sent to the editor of the True Dem ocrat at Little Rock, with the request to publish the same. JOHN IT, BROOKS,
 R. II. DEDMAN, COm'tee.
 GEO. W. TAYLOR
 The preamble and resolutsoHs were unanimously adopted J. CRAY, ", N,
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Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
.
 Arkansiansin Battle.

We have seen no official report of the battle of Shiloh but shall look for honorable, mention of the Arkansas troops in that when 1t IS pubs lished Our exchanges, from other States, der vote columns, and some, whole pages, to letters from their army correspondents, III none of which is full justice done to Arkansas regls ments i'd that battle The battle was commen' ced bytArkansians under General Hardee, they were in the thickest of the fight during both days and were the last to leave the fled Other regiments may have wavered but the tooth-plck boys never hnched. In looking over the list oi casualties in the different regiments, 1t wil be seen ours suffered terribly. What tis still better, when the victory was supposed to De wen on Sunday night and the soldiers ransacked the Yankee tents and gave themselves up to riot and plunder no Arkansians thus disgraced themselves. In the battle of Shiloh our otate was doubly represented according to her strength in the Confederacy and nobly sustained the rep utation of her sons for bravery.
 So it has been in every battle in which Ar kansians have taken part. At Oak Hill, where bull dog fighting alone saved us, our troops fighting side by side with Texans and Nilsson, rians, and as true men ever faced an enemy, were not a whit behind their brave comrades.- At Belmont in Virginia, and other points, they have illustrated their patriotism and their courage, by unfinching firmness and gallant con- duct The only instance of retreat is that from New Madrid which was Q clear case of funfound- ed panic and abandonment of valuable property. However, this was no fault of Arkansas soldiers and if any officer from our State was to blame, we have not the means of ascertaining.
 So far, in every battle and skirnish, the sol diers from Arkansas have borne themselves bravely and our State may well be proud of them There are no braver men in the Confe- derate army, and, when we remember the gallan- try, impetuosity and fearlessnes8 of the vo~ lunteers from the different southern States, this is as high compliment as can be paid, and one that is justly bestowed, because fairly earned
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08

Seward, as Q matter of policy, consented to the release of Mrs. Greenhow and other ladies. They refused to take the oath or give parole. When they were brought out of the cells into the prison yard they were told to get in wagon. Mrs. Greenhow seized the reins and her female prisoner displayeda Confederate flag, which she had made in prison. Mrs. Greenhow drove the wagon around and huzzaed for the Southern Confectionery. This so enraged them that they reported the fact to Seward who, with refine ment of cruelty accused her of insanity, and or dered her to be confined in mad>house. Fms IS the excuse for her imprisonment, while the truth is that she is no more mad than was Paul before Festus.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
A CALL.

In consequence of the withdrawal of the Confederate forces from the State, feeling of insecurity and anxiety has fallen upon the people of Northern Arkansas The farm ing community in sections is planting but with little hopes of reapng Though the opinion that such fears groundless entertained by and that of dis should exist of recent army movements
 yet inclined to believe that necessity has arisen to afford projection and security to the lives and pro perty of our ellowzens who nhabit the northern treInities ot the State
 The Confederate Government has devised and matured plan operations for the present campaign which cannot fail success and it the duty of all good and true citizens to assist the government in iS exertons hy word and action No complaint If any does really exist should ma voice put every should his Aeghbor renewed efforts
 regiment of cavalry ranging throughout the northern counties would have the effect ot inducing feeling ot se tury aay the general fears and afford means of protect ing and securing the property of the people
 that there is many man yet in the country of than thirty five years, willing to serve his country who is in his opinion physically able to perform the duties foot-sodier but who would hesitate to volunteer his services for one capagn II he would be let us then from the numerous individuals not now en- gagged any useful pursuit. beyond the age of con script who may be conveniently spared from the industry of the community form ourselves into Cavalry Companis and offer ourselves to the government for service the northern border.
 We may great the country in protecting it from inroads of ayhswxng companies We afford tain of returning absconding property its owners may be the instruments through whose means many farmer may be able to gather his harvest in safety
 We may be the of transmitting rapid intelIirnce to the heart of the country We the neucs aronnd And finally, in conjunction with other combinations we might visit only for brief period the beautiful praries of Missouri and Kansas.
 The foot prints of the enemy desecrang soil and honor If not patrotm requires that should strike one blow in behalf country and supney and dastardly permit the yandas to pass over Stae
 We have yet abundance of shotgun and ill their ab sence kes or ancs will purpose very welt
 Let us make effort Should the government decline to recognise us might still of service. Bountni na ture will supply animals with forage; the blue dome of heaven magnificent canopy and the people whose lVes and property propose protect will surely furnish ms wit. food
 Come then my country men, and let exhibit in some afFiof
 EDMUND BuRGEVIN., Little Rock, Ark, May 1st, 1862,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
v 7'l-l'777 7'77 's VOluute CTS.

It appears from paragraph in the governors proclamation, that the military Board has issu- cd an order calling for 1.500 volunteers for twelve months, and ndrequiring them to be organ~ ized into companies and to file descriptive lists, with all the routnes and forms of regular army We submit to the military board the following considerations These volunteers arc wanted immediately. If companies are furnished with subsistence and ammunition 9 number will take the field at once and hold the enemy in cheek, while other companies are being formed. If all this form and ceremony is to be gone through; fall this red tapeism and circumlocution is to De done, how long will 1t take? Besides the ex- pense, which might be avoided, time is every thing. Is 1t necessary that men should be mus tered in for year? The attempt to get at q State army or ''the nucleua' of one, for even year will, we apprehend, be failure The great battle at Corinth may put such different face on matters that we may have no use for these volunteers after month or two. If the militia W board will promise subsistence and ammu> hilton for 5000 men until the enemy is driven from our State, the requisite number will be rendered in ten days. NO matter if a company has not exactly q certain number. It is no time for etiquette Or punctiliio. Menare willing to go for months or as long as they will probably be needed, ,sTwho do not wish to be bound for a year. The people are alive to the importance of this thing. Give them powder and lead and some meat and bread and they will take care of the rest. We submit these things to the military board in all candor and assure them that if they try to get up regular army organization, according to rule and meth cd, it will consume time, until t will be too late.
 All the people want is ammunition and subss- tence. Give them these and they will select their own leaders aud periecttheir organization.
 We are for 9 defence, prompt and decided one aud are ready to second the efforts of the military board to make such defense, but we have no need of all this routine now; no use for a host of commissares, quartermas ters, raymasters, ads~dc camps, brigadiers, fuss, feathers, pomposity gas and delay. The peo- pie want to fight and to do 1t right off. They want something to fight with and food to sus- tain them while they are at 1t.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
-----Ass> q >-'A szss s-----~-<S <Ss,es----------- Springfield Lodge No. l27.

WHEREAS, it has pleased the Worshipful Master of the Universe, to remove from our midst brother WM. F. MONTGOMERY, in the meridian of life and while in the service of our country; and whereas, the said deceased was fond husband, useful cit- Zen and good mason, and was beloved and re spected by all who knew him. Therefore be it ResoIUed, That we calmly submit to this order of our Grand Worshipfu Master, while we deeply deplore the loss of our brother, and sincerely reavement.
 Be further resoloed, That this Lodge wear the usual badge of mourning for thirty days, in honor of the memory of our deceased brother.
 Be further resOiDed, That the family of the de. ceased be presented with copy of these resolu- tons. Be t further resOIued, That these resolutions be forwarded for publication in the True Democrat
 J. A. WESTERFIELD,
 ANDY A. LIVINGSTON,
 J. MOSES.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
H. M. RECTOR, COrerRor GHd President M. E.
LITTLE RocK, May 7th, 1862

LITTLE ROCK, may itn, IoO2 Having beea empowered by His Excellency the Governor, to swear into service all men who desire to volunteer their services for State defence shall continue at Little Rock until further notice, and where shall be pleased to receive my fellow cit- Zens.
 It will be seen that have authority to subsist, equip and arm, as best 1 may, all troops that may present themselves
 therefore call upon all true and patriotic men to respond to this, perhaps, the last demand, of their constitnted authorities desire that a response shall at once be made. Delays are always dangerous particularly so at this moment, when the enemy is close at hand l want one-two-three-tour thousand men for i'm mediate service.
 Come into the ranks young and od--rich and poor There is now no distinction of persons- The rich man of to day may be poor to morrow. Come forward rich men, in purse or person, if filthy lucre is all you covet, come and battle for the God you worship. Come forth patriots, and exhibit to the world the sublime spirit that is within you!
 This is no time for talk. want men of action men of strong arms and strong hearts-whether yebe clad in russet brown or broad cloth velvet come to me now in this hour of trial and danger, and your names shall be inscribed upon the pages of glory.
 It cannot be possible that their fingers not one spark of pure patriotism in the bosom of true Ar kansans. If enemy of ten thousand strong can march over this State the people are not those with whom was acquainted and with whom l as- sociated quarter of century ago-spirts of de- parted pioneers old hunters and warriors-arise from your slumbers and rebuke your recreant suc- cessors
 In those days every man was warrior and the Read Sea was not more certain grave to Phar oah's proud host, than the waters of Arkansas would have been to an invading foe. Any man may be brave when the danger is afar. Let us see who are the braves when the enemy thunder at our gates?
 Come to me my countrymen, and let us show to the world that Arkansians, destitute of arms aban doned and torsaken, are equal to any emergency.
 EDMUND BURGEVIN,
 Adjutdat General of Ark
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
------sazxz& @-s ~ - s-'Ssk"-- The Governors Proclamation.

Elsewhere in this issue, will be found the ox- traordinary proclamation of Henry M. Rector, as governor and president of the military board, We do not believe that Mir. Board or Doctor Hill, the advisory members ofthe military board, read the proclamation, endorse it. In less perilous times we should comment upon this production more at length, but as 1t is, let it pass now by entering our earnest and most sol emn protest against certain, features in it. So much of 1t as attacks or accuses the Confederate government; as looks to the formation of an> other Confederacy west of the Mississippi; as provides for State army and that intimates that the Governor, or other authority, can re, lease men from the operations of the conscript law, we utterly repudiate, and boldly assert that no patriot in Arkansas can be found to endorse. We will not trust ourselves to say now what we really think of this document. The action of the Military Board is rendered nugatory by the manner in which troops have been called.
 If the Military Board want yolunteersto to meet and repel the invader let them say 50 and our word for'it they will find the men at once. If Rec tor wants men to carve new destiny, buida new ark and sail on new waters, him say so directly, and we will see bow many he will get.
 In the meantime let the men of Arkansas meet and organize into companies at once. It ap~ pears that the Military Board is able and will ing to furnish subsistence etc. Wehope and trust the Board will, at once, issue the proper order in plain direct language and lat the people know what they want. They are ready and willing to fight the iederala, bat are not inst now ready to carve destnies, build arks, or seek havens in some unknown land.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
srcEss1oN.-some professed to be alarmed

SEcEssIoN.-Some proiessed to be alarmed at the threat of the Governor that Arkansas will not remain a Confederate State. They may rest easy for the State was united to the Confe- deracy by the act of the people in convention, and they only in like solemn manner, can re- peal that act No Governor, or even legisla- ture. can carry the State out of the Confaderacy. But if there be any persons in the Confederacy' who do not like the government, they can leave it and find one more to their liking. We appre- hend but few will follow them.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
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MISSOURI MArTERs.-Persons directly from Missouri tell us that the war is raging fercely in the south western portion of that State, and in Kansas. Mcbride fought. the enemy for three days at Cassville, and finally whipped them. This is something more than skirmish as there were four or five thousand of the enemy and some twenty-five hundred patriots engaged The former were reinforced and this protracted the contest, but at last they fled. Mcbride took three or four hundred prisoners and a number of wagons army stores, etc. The battle, our informant says, began last Sunday week. The stirring events east of us have fixed attention in that quarter so that the important scenes in Missouri are overlooked Kansas city was wis ited by patriots lately and, as the narrator gra phically expresses it, was cleaned out" A party of Stand Waties men, eighteen in num- Der, made an attack upon four hundred federalS encamped at tile lead mines. This was night attack, and the federaIs fled as usual. The as sailants gathered the wagons, some machinery and other property, set them on fire and left before their small numbers could be ascertained. Hardly day passes in Missouri without skir- mish or battle, and the federals are leaving.- This may be one reason why they have come down into Arkansas.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
Prom the Columbus Tim, Ye Anaconda.

Here's your worlds eleventh wonder, Here's your Doodle Anaconda Limber jointed, lantern jawed; lll-begotten, hell abhorred; Born beggar, bound to steal, Slimy as the very Deil- Here's your worlds eleventh wonder, Here's your Doodle Anaconda. Never ask if good old Noah Brought to land so great Boa. Now he cracks planet now Boelts a camel or {" ke0un' Not beast of all the crew Matched the buzzard kangaroo, Hatched the worlds eleventh wonder, Matched the Doodle Anaconda! Want protection2 He's your man. Great Jehoyall-Jona In the greatest of events
 Quite a special Providence. He'H protect you tooth and claw, Past all need of praying for! Safe and snug and happy, under The skin of Doodle Anaconda. Peddler, of his own mere motion; knave, by regular promotion, Heart of ice, and head of [" StuR,'' Brow of brass, and bowel |" none"' Slick of tongue, and ill of eye, Awful tough and devilish sly Here's the worlds eleventh wonder, Here's the Doodle Anac0nda!
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
Obituary.

Was killed on the battle field of Shiloh on tue 9th of April, 1862, Capt. ELLlor II. FLETCVER, JR aged 22 years and months, eldest son of Col. ,>, H. Fletcher, of Mississippi county, Ark, and a member of the third Confederate regiment.
 Weak from previous illness, warnei by pre- . sentiment, and believing that he would be killed, he never hesitated or talterei one moment Among his last words was " Tell my flther tknev would be killed and died without Ginchng. Tell him my heart was in the cause for which fight , ing, and l willingly gave my Ht0 to it." He de- sired to die in the midst of the fight and he did, while leading his company. The ball entered his breast just above the heart, causing almost instant death. In losing him the Confederate army his lost a brave mn, gallant soldier and good oli cer. A universal tayorite-aIl who knew him, mourn his loss
 Let him who crawls. enarnord his decay, -
 Cling to his couch, and sicken years away,
 Heave is thick breath and shake his tased head
 Ours the fir ' turf, and not the eyerish bei,
 While, gasp by gasp he f,ter5 forth his soOl,
 Ours with one pang-one bound-escapes control"
 D. W. R. / THOMAS II. FLETCHER, youngest son of Col. F.. II. Flether, aged lG years and months, ot com, pany c, Fletcher RiAes) third Confederate reg: mcnt, fell mortay wounded on the battle field of Shiloh, on Sunday moruins, 9th of April, and died on Monday evening. fl He WIS wounded ill the left arm and in the chest, and U-5 exposed for many hours abeating rain, but ha never complainei-he bore himself like Spartan, and only grieye that ue would never see his home again. He dieI in the wagon that transported him from the field to the general hospital.
 ''There was lack of w0mans nursing, there was dearth of woman's tears.'
 DIED-At Memphis Tenn, the 3l If N,rsb, 1892 N~ AMOS S. CHENNAULT in his 2st year. lie member pf Capt Douglass company, Col. Smiths regiment. Arkns5 volunteers. He worthy man. good soldier, lust friend and died, as he had lived in the ith o his ceme, At the residence of his father, n Washington county, the 10th day of March, ls54 from tho effects o wound p the breast received day beore in the bote of Ekhorn, WILLIAM W. PscE, of D. c. Price. H. lived and died patriot and uobly illustrated h love of liberty in the of his death. At Hollywood Clark county, Ark. the 23d of March. 1862 Mrs. 5. A. n BEiLI of Maj A. E. Beal daush ter of Dr. R. Tncge She born in the State of Georgia and einigrated to Arkansas u 1858, aged j6 yeas Austin and Geor rsetOwn Texas and Atlanta Ga papeB please copy
 At New Orleans or the 18th of April 1862 in the 2h year of her age, MORRISON MACDONALD. the dearly h loved wifi of Hugh Macdonald, esl, formerly of TorSto, Canada, and late of St. Louis.
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
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EXECUTIVE OFFICE, May 9th, 1862

Gen. E. RURGEyIN, Adjutant General of Ark
 Sir: In my absence from the capital, you are authorized and empowered to raise volunteers swear them into service as provided in my procla- nation of the 9th inst, and to operate against the approaching federal army to the Lest advantage, So as to impede their progress towards the capital and south of it. if they should continue their march onward after reaching this point. Youare author ized to call upon Col. s. Faulkner, c. $. military store keeper, for any ammunition on hand belong ing to the State of Arkansas guns, etc, etc, or any he may be pleased to furnish belonging to the Confederate government, and charge the same to the State of Arkansas You are further authorized to call upon the State quarternasJer at this place for subsistence, transportaon etc, etc, necessary for such men as you may swearinto service as pro vided by said proclamation.
 II. M. RECTOR,
Arkansas true Democrat., 1862-05-08
The Louisville Journal says:

|" In fact there is no earthly truth more certain, more ndisputable, than that, however desolating and terrible the may be, there can never be peace in this country until what was one country, shall be again one country It may be republic, it may be kingdom it may be a despotism 1t must and will be one The whole people north and south may as well make up their minds to that at once '
 In other words they must have the south though constitutional liberty should perish.- They see that despotism is inevitable, and are educating the people to it by degrees. The admission, from such source, that Ut may De c kingdom, t may Je c despotism, t must aud acM Js one" is very significant.