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The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30
Democratic Financiering- How the Mon
ey Of the State WAS used in Purchasing
Arms for the Sons Of Liberty.

y VI kU0 St1tc was uS0O ~ = uTCU1S1US
Arms for the Sons Of Liberty.
John c. Walker, while agent Of State;
was furnished by Treasurer Brett with
S50, 1000 from the State debt sinking
fund with which to redeem 50 much of ouI
State stocks. In addition to this, he re
ceived from Colonel r. N. Hudson, his
predecessor in Office, over e2O, 900. He
refused to use what money he had in
paying interest on the State debt, and
was greatly exasperated by the success
Of Governor Morton in procuring Wins
low, Lanier & Co. to pay the interest
due. Neither did he employ the $50, 900
in purchasing State stocks, but used it
until some time after the expiration of
his term of Office, when his deficit was
settled.
How he used the money Of the State
may be inferred from his letter to c. c.
Clay, of Aug. 8, 1854 In that letter he
informed Clay that he had purchased
arms to the value of S75, 900, and begged
him to send him the money which had
been promised. He said: ''It has been
very difficult for me to arrange, with the
addition of the funds in my office, to pre-
vent trouble. shall expect you to send
me draft to Indianapolis at the earlist
possible moment.
This l wish you to send to square my
accounts. My reputation is involved in
this, and trust that you gentlemen. in
whom have confidence, will not leave
me to suffer. 1t was understood that
$50 900 should be sent me to Indian
apolis. This answer ought to have been
there before now"
The people little expected in 1864,
that their own money was being used by
a Democratic official to purchase deadly
weapons, intended to be employed for
their own destruction. 1t was bad enough
that the State should lose interest on the
$40, 900 for two years, but to have it en-
ployed in behalf of the rebels was an ex-
hibition of Democratic fnanc:ering that
they were far from anticipating.
In the face of such treachery on the
part Of men chosen by the Democratic
party to fill important positions, its
organs affect an air of injured inno-
cence when charged with disloyal prac-
tees, and sympathy with armed rebels.
"Let bygones be bygones.' says Col.
Dunham, and so say all Democratic ora
tors and newspapers, when confronted
by proofs of the treason of their promi-
nent partisans. The people will let by
cones be bygoes when the Copperhead
party has gone to, the infamous grave to
which it is Fastening, but until that bles-
sed consummation is reached they will
neither forget nor pardon the oppesi-
ton of that party to the war, nor the ia
grant treason of many Of its favorite
and influential Observation-Disclosures s
Journal
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

Col Norman Eddy, of South Bend has
been appointed Collector Of Internal Re
venue for the 9th Indiana district Col.
Eddy we hear, was always Democrat,
and was for time Colonel Of the 4Sth
Indiana Regiment.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

DEATH OF THE OLDEST ODD FELLOW
IN THE WORLD There has just died at
Preston a man named George Ward who
was the oldest Odd Fellow in the world.
He was born 17S9, and for so years work d
for the principal manufacturing firm of
Preston. Between fifty and sixty years
ago he became member of small local
friendly society, and subsequently,, on
the organization of the Independent
Order of Odd Fellows Manchester Tn
ity J, he joined that body. and remained
a most faithful member of the Duke of
York Lodge Preston District), up to
the time of his death. The period of his
initiation was September %, 1915 He was
the first Provincial Grand Master of the
Preston District and was one Of those who
signed the fret ''dispensstion" that came
to America.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30
A Siberian Woman.

A gentleman who is engaged in the
Geographic expedition in Siberia. relates
'he following incident in q letter to q
friend in Cincinnati: 81 met with q Korlk
{ oman of about twenty tw o years of age
IN the great Tundra (marked Keran on
ne map) who drove team Of raindeers
it'll loaded sledge fifty versts in one
! ay, and at night slept out in the snow,
irith no covering whatever except the
f.lothing she had worn during the day,
nd in atemperature of 43 degrees below
1 ero, or IS degrees below the freezing
= oint Think Of that, ye effeminate
{, adies of America. That I saw nyself,
: Though even to me it seems Incredible
ow, thought it an extraordinary thing
- sleep in raindeer skin tent cut doors
such weather, and should have fro
zen to death in two honrs had attempt
I'd to sleep without it, She travelled
nth MS driving her own reindeers, and
sleeping on the snow every night"
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

n 1t is certainly not bad Injunction to
practice upon that which DIR. Hall gives in
reference TO the cholera. ss4
Bear in mind always that perfect and
infaliible exemption will be the result Of
personal and domiciliary cleanliness. of
a plain and regular mode Of living, and
of a composed. confident, and fearless
mind" He also gives a special caution
not TO continue any labor or occupation
until exhaustion follows. The time TO
stop work is when the feeling of tired
ness first begin. to force itself upon the
attention"
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30
rur Committee of Arrangements 70

The Committee of Arrangements for
laying the corner stone of the Douglas
Monument at Chicago, announce that ths
ceremonies win take place on the 9th o.
September. Secretary w II. ,Seward
has telegraphed that the President and
Cabinet viii be present -er sss-s
Major General John A. Dix. Of n. Y.
has finally been Engaged 10 deliver the
oratiou On the occasion of tho laying Of
the CONVERSIONS of the Dougla0 4onu
ment, at Chicago aud the Gth Of SEP
tenter has been fixed upon 40 the day.
President johnson win lay the corner
stone.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

Luck AND LABOR Lack is ever wait
bag for something to turn up.gsa t5ieY 8g
Labor, with keen eyes and strong will
will turn up something g. bsr7s1saes5 z
Luck lies in bed, and wishes the post
.aan would bring him news Of legacy.
Labor turns out at six o'clock, and
isith busy pen or ringing hanmer. lays
The foundation Of . competence. H
Luck whines. sfssf5 = ssfzzr Tif# sa
Labor whistles & he@sB 6 II
Luck relies on chances, n s4a e4ns
Labor, on character. sile6
Luck slips downward TO indulgence.
Labor strides upward. and to indepen
lence. F4qv - sY4as ~ fta11e@a
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

Ar recent ceiebrAtipp of the nasons
in the city of Mexico, Atqsst was offered
amid very great acclamation, for the
speedy re establishment Of the Republic,
and the complete success of sBrother
Benito Juarez- -e~- rszzfs pes
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take the lead, and to carry out the plot
though it should cost rivers of blood.
With the New Orleans massacre in mem
oryit is by no means certain that they are
mistaken in their man.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

THEPALLADIUM.
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u
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Inapplying for . Patent the applicant should for
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The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

A new Union paper has been started
at Plainfeld. entitled ''Once a-week-"
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1866-08-30

Judge Mcdonald and Perkins are or
ganizing Law school =. Indianapolis,
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
RAIL ROAD CONVENTION.

The Convention was organized at ,, ,. m,
Yesterday, by appointment of Hon. Jesse lur-
ner President: Col. David c. Gross. Hon. j. L.
Elliott, Hon. Will. Hicks, Hon. K. c. Brinklcy.
Col. T. Ii. Porter, and Hon. W. ". Watkins
'vice Presidents and Maj. W. ID. Blocher and
Capt, 10. w. Martin Secretaries.
The President explained the object of the
meeting, and advocated the general Rail Road
system of the State.
Mr. CAN'T presented communication from
the Mayor and City Council of Little Rock.
welcoming the deputations from other States,
which was read
Hon. s. w. Williams moved that commit
tee of five be appointed to draft resolutions
expressive of the sense of the meeting upon
the Rail Road interests of the State. Carried,
and Hon. 5. W. Williams, Hon. 0. p. Lylcs,
Gen. S. II. Trezeyant, Gen. n. b. Forrest and
Mr.. Grant were appointed said committee.
5. w. Williams. Esq, on the part of the
committee, said it was the duty and neces-
stv on the part of the State to aid the various
Railroads of the State--the aid to be given by
issuing to each road State Bonds when forty
consecutive miles shall have been made ready
for the iron-the roads to pay annually an in
terest on the bonds and per cent us 4 sink
ing fund for their ultimate redemption. The
report was adopted.
The Convention adjourned until I O'Clock
this eyening.-G1nS ertGttce, Dec. lSt. -..
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Hon. J. M. Tsbbets' Letter Of Withdrawal

In Withdrawing the name ofJudge Tcbbcts,
as candidate for L. 5 Senator, In the Com
vcntion on Monday the 2G,h ult- Senator
Smith asked leave 10 read the following letter.
We are sorry that the mcmbers Of the Lcgis-
lature could hot bring their minds down to
elect Judge Tebbcts to the Senate, and fear
that the members from the Northwest, at least.
will regret that they did not unite on him.
We find the letter in the Little Rock Gazette
LITTLE Rock, ARK.
November 70, lSG6l
Hon. JABz NJ. SMITH, State Seaate;
My DEAR SIR:-l feel very sensibly the
compliment paid me by the several gentlemen
who have given me their support for the po-
sition of L. ). Senator; but cannot ilattcr
myself that this support was accorded me
from considerations personal TO myself mere
ly. Looking To the events Of the last five
years. well know that you in supporting me
for this distinguished position have sacrificed
much offceling and prediction to the de-
mands of the hour That You voted for me rs
an individual, | have simply to acknowledge
the compliment; but that yon did so, becauSe
you believed that the interests of Arkansas
would, under the circumstances, be best sub
served and promoted, |, as citizen of the
State, sharing her history, loving her people,
devoted to her prosperity, in the future as In
the past, heartily thankyou forit. The Sena-
t0r:al contest has already been protracted too
long While trust have the kind conside
ration ofmany who have not supported me in
1t. am satisfied that my record on the politi-
cal issues ofthc last five years has not been
such as a large majority Of the Legislature
either approve or excuse. | renew my re-
quest therefore that you will withdraw my
name to-day rs candidate before the Con-
vention.
The future Of our State is portentous and
threatening. Ii Is no less so because we do
not realize it. The sweeping tide of events
comes rushing on. It is ut our very thresh
hold. let Us be equal TO the emergency ofthe
hour and ''do our duty as we understand il -
have been consistent and unfaltering in my
course rs Union man. On this shall stand.
have sought what believed, and now be-
lieye to be the interests of Arkansas-and the
darkest hours of my life and under the most
trying circumstanCcs-whcn in prison, and in
exile, with but hope of being permitted TO
revisit the graves of my childrcn-I never
faltercd in my devotion TO her best interests.
This is not altogether unknown. TO those
who differed with ine concede equal intcg-
rity Of purpose. Would that We could blot
out the past with tear, and never rccur to it
but for the purpose ofadmonitiOn and instruc-
ton, and that the old fraternal feelings might
once again return, Would that nothing may
be done by those now welding the destiny Of
Arkansas to delay this cOnsummation.
In retiring from the contest | have not q
single feeling ofregrot or disappointment |
shall pursue the even tenor of my way and
strive to show in my humble career as 4 pri-
vatc citizen that the partiality Of those gen
tlemen, who have SO generously supported me
rs not altogether misplaced
Faithfully Yours,
j. NJ. TEBBETS.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
The Caldwell's Party.

Agreeable to the invitation of Capt.
JNo. WooDBrRN, a large party of ladies'
and gentlemen, met on the steamer W. Il.
Cald,ceU, Friday night last. The pres.
cncc OF the elite Of our city, was sure
guarantee of the estimation in which this
popular craft and its officers are held by
people. The Clerk, Capt, JOHN WILL
IAMs, has long been identified with steam
boating on the upper Arkansas, and his
gsntlemanly bearing and personal popu-
larity adds greatly to the attractions OF
this beautiful little boat.
Supper was served to all, about | | o.
clock, which reflected great credit on the
Steward, John Bean, for the taste and
beauty Of arrangements of the tables
Dancing, after the music of Reeds
Quadrllle Band, was kept up until an ear
ly hour in the morning
In behalf Of the citizens of Van Buren,
we return thanks to Capt Woodburn and
particularly the Williams Brothers, for
this unexpected and gratifying entertain
ment The endcavors of all connected
with the boat, were exerted to make the
party attractive and agreeable to all, and
the succeeded to admiration.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
For the HOLIDAYS.

S. W. MURPHY. Bookseller, Stationer,
and News dealer, TT. Smith, has opened
out on Garrison Avenue, with larg &c and
complete assortment of Gift books, Pho.
tographic albums and Notions, suitable
for Christmas presents. We think that
every person making holiday presents,
should combine the instructive with the
amusing, and those thinking with us will
certainly endeavor to visit Mr. Murphy's
Book Store, before purchasing the long
looked for Christmas present, for the
wife, husband, sweetheart or child.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Crawford Co. Cotton in New Orleans.

va i1'vfenrocI, Hc'nnI INC IUIlOWIng no.
ticc of a sample of cotton, from the Gin
of Hayman q Scott of this city, and is
classed "strict middling." Our cotton
will compare favorably with any cotton
raised in Arkansas:
We have been favorel with a hne sam.
pie of cotton, "strct middling,' sent by
White Il Hanley, merchants of Van Bu-
ren, Ark, to Messrs. Brooks, Macdonald
Il Co., Of this city. The shipment, of
which this sample is q specimen, was
raised in Crawford county, Ark. adoin-
ing the Indian Territory, where no cot
ton to speak of had ever been produced
before the war. This year the crop of
the county will be from 1900 to 2O0O
bales. AS the climate in this region is
hne, the soil fertile, and labor, both black
and white, abundant, it is expected that
emigration will flow in rapidly, and con
scQuently, the place which is now q wild
erness will in few years blossom as the
rose.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

Hon. DAVID WALKER. of The Supreme Court
has arrived in our city to take his seat ON tbc
bench. Judge WALKER has for many wears
Ieena prominent man in our State zone Whom
the present generation has been taught to re-
Eard us one of the pdtres c0ascripti OF Arkan-
sas. For many years he occupied position
on the supreme Bench, place which he is
wen suited to fill, by reason of his dignity of
manner incorruphbility of purpose, and great
legal lore. Had 1t not been that our represen-
tatives were unwilling to deprive the State of
a most excellent judge, he would, without
doubt, have been elected L. :. senator. We
but echo the universal wish in expressing the
nope that Judge WALKER may long live to
wear the crminc which well becomes a man
OF his spotless purity OF character and great
legal talents Gdsette.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Administrators N Office,

OTlCEis is hereby given, that shall an
! ply to the next Probate Court Of Craw-
iord County. to be held at the Court House.
IA said county, on Tuesday the Sth day of
January, 1867. for an order to sell all the in
terest OF Alexander Mclean. deceased in and
to to the following described real estate, to wiz
me W = OFFS w q see 4, to, nr 80 W. Thee
no - u > &C. C q g. sec ., IS, nr 80 ". The o u Of
ne a sec 81. 10, r30 W. The n W /, ofs 70
a sec 81. 10, n + 80 W; and also The a. 4,
oin W q &nw offs W "A sec lG tAnr n
W. W. situated IN Crawford county, In the Stata
!, Oh arkansas and also, the following lots of
ianu situate Ii The city of Van Bnrcn To- to- wit =,
~ 10y, t,d no 4 ., IN block no II; and lot no L.
IN oloca no 2e; also, an undivided half nf In,S
in block no u, " '''' Nv 40 I" n,
JESSE TURNER,
.---v Alwi4kiyaiot
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

@The Washington correspondent of
the st. Louis Republican of the Goth,
says
The headquarters Of the department
OF Arkansas is, by order of Gen. Grant,
transferred from Little Rock, to Fort
smith, Ark. The commanding General
of the department is authorized to move
tne band now at Little Rock to the post
within his command having the largest
permanent garrison.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

ercnce TO the failure OF Napoleon TO with.
draw portion of his troops from Mexi-
co during November. \.
Such are some of the main features OF
the Message that will be prcscntcdto Con
gress by the Executive next week. II
viii be seen that there is not likely 10 be
any serious difference between the Presi-
den, and Congress.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

GEAttention is directed to the advcr.
tlsemcnt of DouGnEHTY & GLASS, in our
paper They have just received fine
assortment Of Furniture suitable for this
country and which they offer at prices
that cannot fail to suit. We have one
fault to find with our friend Dougherty,
nc likes to sell at too small profit
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

re- Gen. w. L. CABELL, of TT. Smith
made us call on Saturday last. The
General has settled down to business and
determined if hard work and constant ap
plication, will do it to earn an honest
livelihood.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
General Assembly of Arkansas.

. N.. SENATE 49,
FRIDAY, Nov. 50. is6e.
Senate met at ~ O'Clock. q. M; was called
10 order by the Secretary, the President, NJ
Hunter, being absent on leave.
On Sen. Dunigun's molten, Sen. Ma'Aiha
was called to the Chair.
Sen. Watkins, in the Chair, announced tha'
an election OF = President pro tcm- 10 serve
dnrinr President Hunters absence was ne
ces,ary, before the reading Of the Journal.
sen. CAN'T nominated sen. Watkins, Who
was unanimously elected. F, :,
On motion. the Senate then adjourned anti!
Tomorrow morning, at 10 o'clock. -.-
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

OUR CouNTRy.-Messrs. MlLLETr &
Son, Publishers of Music, 395 Broad N
l. nave sent us a new song, entitled "our
country appropriate for the South and
norm and dedicated to the people ofthe
United states-our friends in want of
music, will do well to send for their cat.
alogue.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

Es-Col, Humphreys the new Chero-
kee Agent, has arrived at TT. Smith
Judge Byers the Southern Superintend-
ent of the India rs, is looked for every
1ay ...H.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
HOUSE. Az
FRIDAY, Nov. 80.
IIouse met az III o'clock. ru.t L.

FRIDAY, Nov. 80.
House met at II o'clock. lu.t 49,. o..
On motion ofMr. Eakin, House joint reso-
luton in regard to taking recess from tiie
18th of December to meet 2lst of January lco''
was considered. and lost vote OF IL 70 y.
House bill. No. G3 authorizing Robert W.
Steel, Sheriff of Franklin county to assess ana
collect State and County taxes for that co'lh,
ty for, the year 1866, Was read ~ time ana
passed. ....-,..,l ..uIgJ, -. .,..,,.,L. =,
Mr.. Newton's resolution. fixing tho TINE OF
each day. Was taken up and adopted. ....
The petition and memorial from the citizens
of Columbia county, transmitted to the House
this morning by the Governor, were call, q up;
pending which. Mr.. Sorrels obtained leave
and introduced bill to be entitled an act for
immediate and temporary relief against OPP
pressiye sales under execution, which was
read twice and made special order Of business
for tomorrow at 8 1-2 o'clock ....... ..
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Inducements to Advertisers.

The Tdn Buren, Press offers great in
ducements TO advertisers - having the
largest circulation of any paper in West
ern Arkansas and the Indian Country.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

ES'A 'Artemus Ward sometimes SAYS a
good thing. lie says the Puritans mo
bly, fled from the land Of dcspotism to a
and OF freedom, where they could not on.
" enjoy their own religion, but prevent
everybody else from enjoying his"
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

@"THE CHILDREN's HoUR,' new
Illustrated Magazine for the little ones.
Edited by T. S. Arthur, 1923 Walnut St.,
Philadelphia. Price 81 25 a year;
copies, 85. Specimen numbers 10 cts
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

Ec-Thc election Of Senator, for Scott
and Sebastian counties took place last
Saturday. We have no returns except
from Ft, Smith, which gave Latham con
servative 100 votes and Scott radical sc
-no interest was taken in the election
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

EEGcrritt Smith is out with long
letter to Professor Lewis on the condi-
ton OF the country. He urges pity for
the South, not punishment
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Mechanics Wanted.

~ Z. POWELL wishes to contract with
~. good Stone Mason, for the building
OF FOUNDATION for a HOUSE. Any
one Wishing such work, and feeling able TO
accomplish 1t in good order, will please call on
uec I, III T.. c. POWELL.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07
Senators Elected.

The result of the elections for L. S.
Senators, was that Andrew j. Hunter
was chosen for six years from the ith of
March next. And Hen. John T. Jones,
for the uneXpircd term of Hon. VIM. NJ.
Fishback, who resigned, which closes in
1870. The following are the three last
ballotings, for the long term.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

The 10th balloiing-Long FORM.
The Van Buren press., 1866-12-07

The 9th balloting-Lopp Term.