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Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21

The BURsTED BLAKELF GUy.-We
have already announced the bursting at
Charleston, On last Saturday morning. Of
one of the mammon English guns At
the time Of writing no particulars of the
affair had reached u, but from all we know
OF such ordnance, we think il likely that
the catastrophe was brought about by an
attempt 10 make long shot-a shot which
should astonIsh the Yankees. and throw
the performance of their heaviest pieces
into the shade.
These guns were never designed for this
sort OF practice, and they cannot stand il.
They are fashioned and designed fer direct
shots at short range, when the weight of
their prCjectiles will crush irresisribly
through earth, stone or iron; the turret Of
a monitor would be caved Ia By one plumb
shot as completely as a tall silk hat would
be. crushed by blow Of the fist of a
strong man. But the barrel OF the gun
must be horizontal, or the nuzzle depres-
sed Even in horizontal position. the
inertia OF the bolt and the friction to be
overcome cause as much strain on the
sides of the gun as any attaina Bile thick
uess Of metal can withstand. But the
muzzle being elevated, say fifteen degrees,
which Is necessary when a great range is
TO be attained, the immense weight of the
holt, from hve TO seven hundred pounds,
i superadded to the already ereat strain
upon the sides, and the bursting Of the
piece Is matter of course. This fact is
well known 10 England, and among our
scientific naval men.
1t will be recollected that the Yankees
burst their three hundred pound parrot
gun at the fifth shot, with it, muzzie up.
while throwing shell from the centre of
Morris Island into Charleston, distance
of alb Ut five miles. In the absence of
knowledge of the facts, it will be borne in
mind, that we merely suggest the eleva-
ton of the muzzle as the cause OF the
bursting; We assert nothing. 1t is pos
sible that the gun or the powder may have
| been bad.
While speaking of this gun, il may be
| interesting to our readers TO know some
thing Of the powder used In firing il. The
grains vary in size from the bigness Of a
damson seed to that of peach stone, aud
look like irregular fragments of unbur-
nished ebony. There is nothing about
their appearance to indicate the quality Of
the substances. We are informed by the
scientific that this powder is made on the
principle Of what is known amongst bows
! as ''spit DEVIL that il, it is % mixed as
not to explode all at once like the fine
grain powder, the inertia of the bolt being
so great that an instantaneous explosion
of the whole charge would burst the gun,
but the ignition Of the charge being
gradual at first, the ball is started with
out any great strain on the rifles Of the
piece, and Ot is cDntended by the friends
of great guns), is always successfully
launched ca il missioo of dest uction.
Gen. Beauregard cannot hereafter Be
ranked among the. advocates Of monster
cannon, at least of this nation, as we learn
upon the best authority that he has tele-
graphed tile authorities that they need not
send him any more of them -Ricsmona
ii ErdmiReT.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
500 REWARD.

DANAWAY from the subscriber, living at
III DeKalb, Bowie county, Texas, on the 23d
inst, for which l will pay one hundred dollars
reward for his apprehension and confinement
in any Jail so that can get him, NEGRO
MAN, named Ephram, of black color, about
40 years of age, feet inches high, heavy
set, round face, had on a gray wool hat, white
jeans pants, and recently brought from Corley's
Ridge, and in all probability will try to get
back to that place.
ROBERT BEVILL.
DeKalb, Texas, Sept. &c, 1868. 36-4*
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Sirayed or stolen.

small, dark bay Mare with mare mule
n colt, also dark iron gray filly, with small
white specks; also black horse colt, with a
star in his face and one white foot, both the
latter about two years old; also black mare
mule colt near two years old. The mare J. q
fine saddle animal, came from Missouri. but
formerly ranged about Washington and Nash
vile. When last heard from they were near
Centrepoint. A liberal reward will be given
for their delivery. and any information con-
cerning them thankfully received.
MRS. f. 7. DEL0NEY.
Hampstead county. Sept. %. 1868. S5-3
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Executors Sale.

4 CCORDING to the provisions of the last
II will and testament of the late Col. Thomas
Simmons, deceased. and in obedience 10 an
order and decree of the Hon. Court # Probate
of Hampstead county, in the State of Arkansas
made aJ the July term thereof, 1868. | will
proceed to sell at the late residence of said
Simmons, one mile below Dooley's Ferry on
Red River, in said county Of Hampstead, to
the highest bidder, on Monday the I'd day of
November next, (IS63) the real estate. slaves,
stock, crop and farming utensils belonging to
said Simmons at his death There are 1896
acres of land, which will be sold in two tracts,
one of $40 and the other of 1856 acres each
On the smaller tract there are $50 acres in
high state of cultivation, and about 800 acres
en- the larger These lands are situate i'm
mediately on Ped River, the richest of soil,
and is one of the most eligible situations for a
cotton plantation above the raft. There is n
good overseers house, negro quarters, gin
house, cotton press, cribs, stables, lots. &c,
on either place. There are sixteen likely
saves--men, women and children; seven head
of mules. two horses. 80 TO 100 head of cattle.
including wO:k oxen and milk cows. l50 to
200 head of stock hogs, ten to fifteen thousand
bushels of corn, large quantity of fodder:
wagons carts, blacksmith's tools, iron, gin
stand, corn mill, plows, hoes and gearing.
Terms-The land will be sold for One-third
cash, and credit of one and two years in
equal instalments upon the residue with in
terest at the rate of ten per cent. from date.
The purchaser will be required to give ap-
proved personal security, reserv:ng mortgage
upon the lands for the deferred payment. The
slaves will be sold for cash in hand. The re-
mainder of the property will be sold OH a credit
of twelve months, with ten per cent. interest
from date, the purchaser giving approved per-
sonal security. The undersigned will be upon
the premises till the day of sale and will take
great pleasure in showing the same to any
person desirous of examining it, and would
also refer to ". w. Andrews, Esq, and Messrs.
Hampstead & Williams, of Washington. Ark,
for particulars. Title to all the property in
disputablc. -
THOS. l.. JONES,
Ex'r last VIII of Thos. Simmons, dec.
Dooley's Ferry, Ark. Aug. 25, 1868. 32-l0
E~5F~ The Monroe Register, Shreveport Ga
zette, Camden Herald, and the Arkansas Pa
triot will copy for six weeks and forward bills
to this Office for payment.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21

MEN OF ARKA.sasl The time has come
wh,n every man capable of doing so, must
take up arms 1t i for the defence Of your
homes, your iiresides and families. Where is
the man who will falter in such a cause, ~
| am assigned to command you. Organizs
as above required and report at once Let
there be no wavering, no doubtirgs, no delays.
You are called upon to defend your homes
against the tread of the invaders, and your
families from their hot, insulting hands. To
ARMS, then, men Of Arkansas, as you are men,
To ARMS!
You are to be an army of .4rkdnsas-to re-
main on its soil-to fight against its enslave-
ment and ruin. l am ready to lead you, and
this leadership would not exchange for the
Proudest command in the army
Come, then, from the mountain and the val
ley-from your homes wherever they be-for
the sake of those homes and all that makes
them dear, come. Olgdni-c, and that quickly.
Bring every arm that you have or can obtain.
Let us strike for our State, its homes, its honor
and happiness, and its deliverance is certain.
j. Il. PAGAN.
Brig. Grn.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
10 the People of Arkansas, Louisiana
.t' - and Texas.

Vour homes are now in peril-vigorous eff
i forts on your part can alone save portions
OF your State from invasion. You should con-
test the advance of the enemy at every thicket,
gully and stream; harrass his rear and cut off
his supplies. Thus will you prove important
au1illaries in my attempts to reach him in
'front.' and drive him routed from our soil.
determination and energy only can prevent his
destruction of your homes. BY vigorous and
united effort you preserve your property, you
secure independence for yourselves and chill
dren--all that renders life desirable. Time is
now our best friend. Endure while longer,
victory and peace must crown onr efforts
The annexed Regulations governing the for
nation of corps for local defence are published
Tor your information; and call upon you to
organize promptly under its provisions.
E. KIRBY SMITH,
Lieut.. Gen. Commanding.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
To the Citizens of
emDSfead County ahd Others.

GOLD weather is fast approaching, and the
" army in the field will have to be clothed.
/ therefore appeal to you to bring forward
your Jeans to exchange for Cotton Cards, at
the rate of seven yards of good Jeans for one
pair of Cards. Good Linseys will be taken
and exchanged for in proportion to its value.
| will also furnish wool rolls and spun thread
to all these that can weave and will ray sew
enty-fve cents per yard, payable as follows !:
For thequantity of spun thread that is used
in weaving, one half of the amount will be
paid al the rate of six dollars per bale, the
balanc, in money.
J. D. THOMAS,
Maj. & Manfg. Q. NJ.
Washington, Sept. %, 1868. 95-tf
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Plantation for Salp

WE have for sale fine tract of Land on
w Red River, consisting of Four Hundred
Acres, with a half mile of river front Eighty
acres are In cultivation and two hundred under
fence. There are three framed cabins upon
the place, and lumber enough in the yard TO
build more. The growing crop, consisting OF
corn, peas, potatoes, pumpkins, &C., will be
sold with the land if desired.
We are willing to sell at Fifty Dollars per
acre. Terms cash. Gold and silver will be
taken at par, but Confederate money preferred
LEE g. CIIEATHAM.
Lewisville, July Is, 1868. 26-6m
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
BUREAU OF CoSscnIrrIoy

HEADQUARTERS Bureau OF CoSscEIPrIoN
Department Trans Mississippi,
Shreveport. La, Aug. 20, S63.
General Orders No. IL.
Persons detailed under paragraph Ill. of
General Order No. q, will, in addition 70 paying
the sum OF $500. annually. be required to make
affidavit before some officer authorized by law
to administer oaths, that during the continu-
ance Of the detail, they will sell tho surplus
lover sufiiciency for their own families Of
the breadsiuffs and other provisions which
they have or may hereafter have. to the gov
ernmcnt. iadigent persona and the families Of
officers and soldiers IN the Confederate service
at prices not exceeding the following, wiz
Wheat. 81 per busbel; Flour, 10 cents per
pound; Corn, 81 per bushel; Corn Meal, 81 -
per bushel; Potatoes 10 cents per husheli Oats
81; Rye, 81; Barley, 81; Pork, 10 cents per
pound: Bacon, Is cents per pound; Beef, 3
cents per pound; Lard, Is cents per pound.
The detail of said persons shall continue only
so long a. they shall sell as aforesaid. mn if II
is determined, by departure from the terms
of the affidavit, the sum of money paid pur-
suant to said General Orders, No. 6, shall be
forfeited to the government. The affidavit re-
quired by this order shall be filed with the
Enrolling Officer.
By command Of
Brig. Gen. GREER,
1868 A. PORE, A. A. g.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
LEWISVlLLE
Male and Female Academy

THE undersigned informs respectfully his
l. patrons in Lewisville and vicinity. that Ire
will resume his duties on MONDAY, the 18th
of SEPTEMBER next.
The Female Department will be taught under
his superintendent by Miss NJ. J. OHAGAS,
accomplished and experienced lady. Miss
ALExINA FRossARD, Music Teacher.
Circulars, containing terms of Tuition, and
all necessary information, may be had by ap-
plying to
NJ. c.. MILLER. Principal.
Lewisville, Ark, Aug. 26, 1868. 32-Sw
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
D5- Major-Gen. j. +. Gilme., who

DzF Major-Gen. j. 4. Gilme., who is
now second in command at Charleston,
is from North Carolina, and graduated
at West Point in 1885. For time he
acted as professor Of engineering IN that
school. When secession took place hs
was in California, major Of engineers.
He fought at forts Henry and DOneIson
and Shiloh. He has high military
reputation.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Stolen.

IRON me at this place, on the night of the
L 26th inst, BAY HORSE, years old,
one white hind foot, back has been hurt, small
Jumps on weathers from saddle hurt, shod be-
fore, near 15 hands high, works gentle.
will pay liberal reward for his delivery to
me- or any information thankfully received.
J. BSHERS.
Washington, Ark, Sept. 80, 1868. 1868
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
was Committed.

TNO the Jail of Pike county, Ark, n certain
i negro man. calling himself JACK, about
five feet ten inches high, of black color, says
he belongs to William Grady, near Columbia,
Tenn, and was carried to Claiborne parish,
La, and hired to William Jackson, ON some OF
the salt works on Lake Bistenoe. The owner
of said slave is requested to come forward,
prove property and pay charges, or he will be
dealt with as the law directs.
J. ID. HANCOCK,
33-tf Jailor of Pike County
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
. CIRCULAR.

CONTROLLING QUARTERMAsTERs OFFICE,
State of Arkansas, 7
Washington, Ark, Oct 5, 1863. }
The following officers have been assigned to
duty as Post Quartermasters for the collection
of the TAX in Kind in this State, and are
now on duty as such:
Capt. ]. K. P Pritchard, A. Q. NJ. P. A. G..
s., for the district comprising the counties OF
Saline, Hot Springs, Clark, Ouachita, Calhoun
Bradley, Drew, Union, Chicot, Dallas, Ashley
with headquarters at Arkadelphia, Clark co.
Capt Brownlee W. Taylor, A. Q NJ. P. A
C S. for the district comprising the counties of
Hampstead, Sewer, Pike, Lafayette, Columbia,
Polk, Montgomery, Conway, Scott, Franklin,
Pope, johnson, and Yell with headquarters at
Washington, Hampstead county.
Should changes be made, due notification
will be given.
JOHN c PEAY.
Major s, Q. NJ. in ch arge
Arkansas papers please copy three times and
send bill to this office. 1913
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Committed

no Lafayette county Jail, a NEGRO MAN
l. calling himself Ben, of black color, about
feet inches high, with a white spot and scar
on his forehead. Says he belongs to r K.
Harrison of Caddo parish, La. The owner of
said negro is hereby notified to come forward
prove property, pay charges and take him away
or he will be dealt with according to law
f. NJ. WALDRIP,
Sheriff and Jailor Lafayette Co., Ark
Oct. IA, 1863 Cost of adv 81 d week.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
TANY ARD
AND BOOT AND SHOE MAhUF ACT0RY.

'TTNHE undersigned are now establishing in
l. the name of RICE, ARNOLD & CO., e
lanyard, at or near the residence of Z. W.
Arnold near the Little Missouri river. Per
cons having Leather to tan, curry or finish off,
can have it done in the best of style at the
Tan yard by sending it in. Cash paid for good
hides at the lanyard or at Moscow.
We are also putting up Boot and Shoe
Shop, and vii! be prepared to execute all work
furnished us in d neat and durable style.
C. o. RICE,
E. W. ARNOLD,
J. NJ. WHITES1DE.
Jan. z, 1868 silly.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Committed to SEWER County Jail

ONE Negro Boy named JOHN, copper color,
" Said boy is about feet high. weighs about
$50 pounds, says he belongs to Taylor Forten
berry of Lawrence county, Ark. The owner
of said boy is hereby ordered to come forward.
prove property, pay charges, and take him
away, or he will be dealt with rs the law di-
reefs.
H. C. PRIDE, Sheriff
and Jdiior SeUier Co. Ark.
Ok
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21

HEADQUARTERS DISTRICT OF ARK
Arkadelphia Oct Dd 1899
Arkadelphla, Oct. I'd, 1868.
SPECIAL ORDER. No I73.

SPECIAL ORDER, No I73.
l. Brig. Gen. James F. Pagan. P. A. C. s..
is assigned to the command Of all the Arkan
sas troops that may be raised under General
Order No. AZ. Department Headquarters
9. This does not in any way affect his nres.
ent command.
g. The troops raised under this order will
be rendezvoused at the headquarters Of his
Brigade by battalion, company, or individuah
for inspection and assignment to duty.
BY Command of 1t. Gen. HOLMES,
J. F. BELTON,
It. Col and A. A. Gen.
To Brig. Gen. JAS. F. FAGAy, Com'd'g
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
HEADoUARTERs ORDNANCE DEPT. OF
TRANs-MIssIssIPPI, !

TRANs-M MISSISSIPPI,
Shreveport, La, July 29, 1863.
GENERAL ORDER No. H.
THE Bureau of Ordnance for this department
il, for the present, established at this
place.-All reports required by General Order
No. 80, Headquarters Department Of Trans
Miss, will until further orders be addressed
to the undersigned at Shreveport, La.
By command of
MAJ.-GEN. HUGER,
BENZ. HUGER, Jr., A. A. Gen.
August IL 1868. 3O-Sw
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
PAY DIE DECEASED SOLDIERS.

THE undersigned has the necessary blanks
and full instructions for procuring Pay,
Bounty. &C., due Deceased Soldiers and will
give prompt attention to filling up the blanks
and administering the oath required by law.
C. L. SUTTON, J. P.
Washington, March 18th, 1868.
r Persons having claims would do
we'll to have the papers made out by the
lst November and send them up by the
members Of Congress.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
ParacIifta Seminary,

s. STEVENSON, Principal.
Mss KATE DELIVAN, Assistant
&c PRISCILLA MACON, Music Teacher.
THIS Institution will open August 81 st
l. 1868! Fifty per cent. will be added to the
former terms.
August 26, 1868.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
SPRING HILL
FEMALE ACADEMY,
MRS. NJ. A. KNOX.

HE next session of this School will begin
on the first Monday of September. The
stees have secured the services Of
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
u office.

HAVING ceased business as Boot and Shoe
Ill Maker, request all persons who have left
material at my shop to call and take the same
away.
D. r. CAMPBELL.
Washington, Oct. T. 1868. 36-2
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
Hon, .Tanes IL. Page

S my authorized agent during my absence
l.. w. CAN'T.
Washington, March l8, 1865. eff
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
DIR. w. p. HART,
W ashington. Arkan sas,

frAN always be found, unless professionally
IL e.gaged, at his Drug Store during the day
! j 4, Mrs. D. E. Williams residence at night.
y13 1853 17-tf
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
OFFICE or TIE GEAND MISTER.

Washington, Ark, Oct Is, 1868 {
In consequence Of the occupation of Little
Rock by the enemy. the Annual Communication
of the Grand Lodge will be held at Washington
on the first Monday of November prox. Lodges
failing to send representatives, may forward
returns to Hon. a. Z. Williams, Acting Grand
Secretary.
II. Fl. ENGLISH,
Grand Master Of Masons, Ark.
Oct II, 1862. nrf Ss-S
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21

HEADQuARTERs BrREAU or CoYscElPTIoS \
Department Trans Mississippi,
Shreveport, La, Aug. 2S, 1868 y
General Orders No. 10.
The Headquarters Of this Bureau are re.
moved TO tie Town VI Marshall, Texas.
BY order Of
Brig. Gen. GREER,
". STEDMAS, A. A G.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
NOTICE..

tssrs. W. L. Britt s Isaac Lawrence eth
er of them, are my Acknowledgements for the
transaction of business. Persons indebted to
me, or having open accounts. will please make
settlements with them.
J. S. BRITT.
Washington, Oct. 6, 1852. 4o-H
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT,

Arkadelphia, Ark, Oct. I'd, 1863.
1t is hereby ordered, that all persons who
shall join the command now being raised by
Gen. Pagan, shall be thereby relieved from
all duty as militia men of this State.
II. FLANAGAN, Governor, &c.
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
NOTICE.

WI W. ANDREWS holds my power of a
w. torney, and will transact any bushes
for ne during my absence.
H. GARDES.
Washington, Ark, Dec. 20, 1862. II
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21

Office Comd't Conscripts Dist of Ark,
Washington Sept. 1Hih 1868.
The following orders from Hd. Qr's Burean
Conscription. Dept Trans Mississippi, are
published for the information ofall concerned
(Signed) b. +. DANLEY,
Com'd't Conscripts, Dist Arks.
HEADQUARTERS BrRESUSF CoNsCEIPTfnN !
Department Trans Mississippi.
Shreveport. La, Aug. IS 1868.
General Orders. Ne. 2.
So much of paragraph III. Of General Or
der No. 4, issued from this Bureau as prohibits
Conscripts from yoluuteeringi hereby revoked
All persons liable n conscription may. before
enrolmtn mt, volunteer in companies organized
and in the service in the Trans MissIssipTi
Department. If the companies TO which they
wish to attach themselves are not immediately
accessible. they may report themselves TO the
Enrolling Officer, who viii swear them into the
service, ant give them oraers to their respec-
tive companies.
H. Volunteer Aid de Camps. if within con-
script ages, are not EXEMPT from conscription.
They must be enrolled and then detailed il
deemed necessary by the commander of the
Department, Trans Miss.
By command Of
Brig Gen. GREER,
W. STEDNAS, a. A. G..
Washington telegraph., 1863-10-21
NOTICE.

A LII persons indebted to the undersigned for
n the years 1861 and 1862, are notified that
their accounts are ready FOR adjustment, and
are requested to come forward withoat delay
and make settlements, either by cash or notes.
H.'l. VI. WISEBER6~
Washington, Feb. II, lSG2r 4-tf
Civilian & telegraph. [volume] (Cumberland, Md.) 1859-1875, 1863-04-23
Collection Of Claim S
Against the United States.

QAVlNG secured the cooperation of Ell
- fiCient and very successful Agents, in
Washington City, for the adjustment and COL
lection of claims against the United States
Government, whose long experience in the
offices Of the PaymaSter General and Quarter
master General, have familarized them with
the proceedings and details of business IN the
proper Departments, and for whose respon.-
hiiity and promptness am willing to vouch;
and being pro :tl,d with the latest necessary
forms and instructions troui the Auditors
Office, am now prepared 10 pr, secuIe and
collect, with all possible InciIityand dispatch,
all lawful claims against the Government OF
the Uniied States, on tn. usual an reason
HE terms including
For Horses and oiher property last or de-
SirOyed Th,i&t in tie Scrrice of the inicd
States Subsistence, Transportation Ec-
penses incm7.cin organizing, $"JsiSti"g and
hanspmti,y TooIlS. l,riorio muster into SER
rice .Sol,iierS mil 1eomstery Fay Eoanty
Pensions; EuI'tnce iae 10 decenSed Sol,|ic,.
nI,d Bonntg Ld"d. ...
CHARLES 3. TilRUSTUN,
Attorney at Law,
r., f.rt-. q. Cumberland Md.
IP Office on Baltimore Sheet, near thr
Railroad Depot. .. ...-... ...,r
June 10, 'G2-Gn q
Civilian & telegraph. [volume] (Cumberland, Md.) 1859-1875, 1863-04-23
Soldiers Bounty!
. Pensions Prize Money!
.r Back Paw &c.,
GOVERNMENT CLAIM OFFICE.

GOVERNMENT CLAIM OFFICE.
No. 20. ". Faycttc st, (near st. Paul st.
BALTIMORE, MD. .
WINDOWS of soldiers who have died in the
w service of the United States arc entitled
to n Pension for life in addition to the bounty
of 500. and all arrcaragos of pay &c. 49,.
Chitdren and heirs of deceased soldiers where
there is no widow living are entitled to bounty
&C.,
Soldiers who have been wounded and disa
bled are entitled to Pension and (by recent
law of Congress, to Bounty Of Sl0o.
Soldiers who have been Prisoners Of War are
en- titled to Communication Of Rations.
.Sean.en in tho u. S. Service are entitled To
Prize money, Naval Counties &C.,
Prompt attention given to all claims against
the United States.
WM. b. HILL.
Government Claim Oifco, No. 10 W, Fay
cite st. Baltimore Md.
BNo letters will be answered unless a
postage stamp is enclosed.