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The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09
What they Aim at.

The policy OF the radical faction Is to hldck
rcpUblicdRi<e all the southern States. The
whole scope and design of the military bills
point in this direction. The freedmen's Bu-
rcau bill and the civil rights bills were passed
for the same purpose. This infamous faction
knew perfectly well that frcemcn, raised upon
the soil of this country would not willingly
degrade themselves. IL became necessary
therefore, TO dsfranchse a large number of
the leading white men of the south, aud to en-
franchise their former slaves, who are to be
cats patss In the hands of their new masters In
degrading and dishonoring the white race !;
and these measures which have no warrant in
the Constitution. and have for their object the
humiliation and ruin of these States, are to be
fastened on the country, not by the consent
of the people as is well known, but by the
strong arm of power. BY The IdyoRet; in op-
position to the solemn protestations of the
people. Conspicuous among those who are
urging on these schemes of infamy and ruin,
are the men Of yesterday office
holders and office seekers who with their dark
allies, are, we suppose to be the future rulers
of this country. Think Of it yc men of Arkan-
sas who once trod the soil of free country.
shall we indeed be turned over to the rule of
negroes, and the ,rhite Debris which the seeth-
ing ocean Of revolution has thrown to the sur
iace.and spewed out upon us. We hope a
higher destiny awaits our people. These ad-
venturers, and Spectators in greenbacks and
ia. n.
the State. They are the unblushing advocates
of its ruin and degradation. To avoid this
state of affairs in Arkansas, let every one who
can prepare himself to vote at the next elec.
tion.
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"The replacing ofGenl. Ord by straight
forward Republican, or Conservative. even
like Schotield or Sickles, disposed to carryout
the spirit of the law as made by Congress
would be hailed by every Republican with
delight" ."-Era, July 3lst.
The above is an extract of an article from
the Fort Smith Nelc Era. We have insisted all
along that the Radicals, would demand his re-
l,for no other reason,than that they could
could not control him and mould him 10 their
own ncfarious schemes ofpolitcal oppression
and agrandizement. a half dozen hungry
devils in each county were selected by the
Radicals to fatten upon the United States gov
ernment, during this process of reconstruc-
ton. They demanded that they should be the
dispensers of this patronage to all the loyalty
without any regard to the qualification. Gen.
ORD and his subordinates, thought different
they chose TO select men from their own infor-
mation-mcn of some reputation and honesty.
1t is very plain that he did not consult so nth
ern men, in his selection. Arkansas is fortu-
nate in her commander, and all the twaddle
and fault finding of the RAIDS, will have about
as much influence in having him removed, as
a puff against the wind--no more.
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NOTICE.
State of Arkansas,


County ofCrawford.
TN the Circuit Court of Crawford county,
L Arkansas. May term, A. d., 1867, on the
chancery side thereof. -'''' F.
Green J. Clark and
William NJ. Fishback, Comphimnts
vs.. Petition to foreclose Mortgage.
Benjamin Il. Barnes d.h"
and William Dale, Defendants
AND now on this day comes the said com.
plainants by their solicitor and it appearing
to the satisfaction Of the court here, that Ben.
jamin f. Barnes one fthc defendants in this
suit is not a resident of the State of Arkansas
it is therefore ordered by the court, that the
said Benjamin f.. Barnes be and he is hereby
notified of the pendency Of this suit whichs
petition for the foreclosure of nlortgaT
for the north east fractional quarter dissection
twenty-four, township number ten, north
of range number thirty-twO, west; situatedh
Crawford county, heretofore executed by the
said defendant Barnes to the said complain
ant, and the said Benjamin i. Barnes is here
by notified and required to be and appear. BE-
fore the Judge Of the Circuit Court Of Craw,.
ford county, on or before the fourth dag o.
the next term thereofto be holden at the court
House, in said county, on the sixth MONDAY
after the fourth Monday in September nexi
then and there to file his exceptions, plead;
demur or answer the petition eXhibned
against him or the same will be taken as con-
fessed, and decree entered accordingly.
A true copy. Ed. A. SCOTT, Clerk.
August I'd, lS67-2t
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SCHOOL FOR CoLoRED GILL LDREN.--We learn
that portion of the colored people of Van
Buren,, have formed themselves into a School
Society, for the general education and ad-
vancement of themselves and more particular
ly to encourage and aid the school for children
recently established in our city by Miss FAR
nAR, who we learn is worthy and competent
teacher and has the confidence and respect of
her pupils. The officers of the Society. at
considerable expense, have rented and fitted
up school room, for the next term, which
commences the first of next month. 1t is the
duty, as well as it should be pleasure, for
our citizens to give this Society helping
hand, and encourages by all laudable means
the education and advancement of the colored
people in our midst. SO far, we understand
the school has been self-sustaining, receiving
no aid outside of their own people. The
object is worthy one and deserves the coun-
tenance and encouragement of all good citi-
zens. None are so poor, but that they can
give a trllc to the coored School. win they
do 1t and fix them up comfortable for the win
ter The officers are-SANDY STRAUsE. Presi-
dent; EDWARD DICKINSON, Secrctary JuBER
RUSSELL, Treasurer
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WAKING Ur-We find in the Fort Smith
Nep Era of the 10Th, the following notice of
the organization of Joint Stock Company
for the building Of a Ferry, etc. ii. +. Nc
KEE was elected President, S. p. CRAWFORD
Secretary. and JOHN GARDNER, Treasurer:
"The necessary steps have at last been taken
to ensure the building ola ferry suitable for
the present wants of our city, and to open up
the road to Evansville. The whole of the
stock of $4,000, at present deemed necessary.
is taken and ten per cent paid in. an amount
sufficient to build good horse ferry and pay
for making the road.
The Company have contracted with William
II. Adams for the building of first class
horse boat to be delivered by the 1lth day of
October next ready for the machinery, at a
cost of S2050 The boat is to be eighty feet
long and twenty eight feet wide; and will
cost when completed about $500.
The stock holders of the company met last
Saturday at the office of Messrs Duval 4 King
and elected the following gentlemen as a
Board OF Directors for the current year:
+. II. Duval, II. f. Mckee, f. b. Bright,
John King, h. NJ. Johnson, John Gardner,
and 5. Z. Crawford"
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A Steam Ferry at Van Bursn.

1t is highly gratifying to us, as WELL as
our citizens and the travelling public gen
orally, TO be informed that we are to have
a Steam Ferry at this place. We learn
that the enterprising owner, Mr.. CnAs. G..
Scorr, of the Ferry privilege here has
contracted for Steam Ferry Boat, with
double engines, to be finished during the
month of October. This movement, will
add TO and facilitate the travel across the
river at this point and cannot help but be
remuncrative to the proprietors. This
arrangement will obyiate the building OF
the much talked of road from Fort Smith
to Evansville, through the Nation, and
bring the trade and travel, which that
road designs to carry to Fort Smith to
this place and to this Ferry. The Editor
Of the Standard gets poetical happy, over
the fact that company has been formed
in Fort Smith, and have in process of
building Horse Ferry Boat. We are
pleased to notice these signs ofimprove-
ment. The enterprise is commendable.
The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09

The FAYETTEVILLE ARKANsIAN.-This bold
and able paper, is striking heavy blows upon
the radical party in Arkansas. 1t is edited by
Mr.. r. c. BRowN, and is conducted with great
ability. We have but one complaint to make
against the Arkansian, that is the grim pleas
uae it seems to take in torturing the poor Rad
ical paper of Fayetteville. Not satisfied with
overwhelming its weak antagonist by supe-
rior strength, It stretches its victim upon the
rack and gloats upon tho torture inflicted.
The following Is specimen Of this refined
cruelty:
WHAT IN TuEWoRL DOES IT MEAN?-In an
article upon the 4th OfJuly. the Radical paper
here says in one place, "in fact the whole
was In patriotic blaze of enthusi-
asm y; and In another it says: "As general
thing the 4th was not observed in the South
ern States This Is new idea. We know
it Is the Radical theory that the Southern
States are not in the UNION, but 1t remains
for the Fayetteville Radical to demonstrate
that they are not in the country"
Live and learn.
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"a We noticed in the last number of the
Fayetteville Radical, the cards of the Post
master of this place and Fort Smith, certifying
that all the mails were taken regularly from
these offices. That is, no doubt, all very true
and it Is also true, that the paper mail taken
from this office going north, a few days since
was left at Mr.. Fosters, some two miles from
town, for the reason, that the one-horse con-
cern that started out with it, broke down and
was not able to get any farther with it. 1t
would he well enough for Mr.. La Rue Harrl-
SON United States Mail Agent, etc. to get of
his launches and give this matter little at
tention. We also, refer him to n communica-
ton in the Fort Smith Standard of August 9th,
from II. B. Mcllheany. And as II. c. Bell has
certificates from Postmastcrs at this end ofthe
line suppose he begins at the other and come
this way. Wednesday, we had no mails from
Saint Louis.
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Mexican Political News.
BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS, July 26,
Via New ORLEANS, July 20. {


Via New ORLEANS, July 20.
Advices from San Luis to the 18th
inst. received, give the following intelli-
gence:
Gen. Niduarv was shot in the City Of
Mexico He was denied just before his
execution an interview with Gen. Diaz.
He then asked the privilege Of seeing his
son, but this was also refused.
NJ Schaher, Counsellor of Emperor
MaXimilian, had been imprisoned.
The Liberal y Generals arrested at
Queretaro who had not already been shot
will be sent to respective States for trial.
Gen. Marquee was levying prestamos
in the Capitol until the hoW before he
left.
The Liberal Government has decided
that all the Imperial Projects shall be
sent into exile tor six years and their
Secretaries for two years.
General Escobedo made the following
address to the subaltern officers Of the
Imperial army before releasing them
"The supreme government might dispose
of the lives of those who, forgetting they
were Mexcans, fought for foreigner
elevated to power by the invader. But
the government, always magnanimous,
forgives those who until now have been
enemies of their country, because it ex-
poets their future conduct will correspond
with the clemency used towards the mis-
led sons of Mexico. You are at liberty
and may ask your passport for any port
where you desire to reside
An Imperial soldier, taken prisoner at
Queretaro, but since liberated, writes
from MoIlias, that he has received good
treatment from the officers of the Liberal
army
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They love Darkness.

One cannot help thinking that Radicalsm
As of the class oftenets, the professors ofwhich
prefer the darkness to the light. They fear
to engage IN debate openly and fairly and
choose 90 keep their own views rather in the
backgrounds while they cover their conduct
by adroitly maligning the conduct,of the Con-
scrvative party and press. This is almost
universally the case, and our contemporary of
Fayetteville is no exception to the rule. The
ArkanstUa while it battles boldly for the cause
of justice and fair play is continually throw
ing the gauntlet of debate to its Radical
neighbor. That neighbor, trusts the cause of
its party-does not offer, perhaps it dare not,
to take up the banters but pretends to digni
fled silence when all the'.readers of the two
naners sConear,a.;-.~-- -, =, '.---., I,,aiuiy
see that the Radical cvinces, yet seems to fear
controversy. a few extracts from the Dr.
kansidn would prove the assertion that il does
not fear the fray-but unfortunately we have
mislaid our last number and cannot give
them. The people of the Northwest who
can vote should note well this silence; it is
ominous. In their hands rests the destiny of
the country on their shoulders rests the re-
sponsibility of choosing otlice-holders and
they should beware Of selecting them from
party that so abjectly fears open discussion.
Let them reflect that this same party is moved
by main springs that lie deeply hidden in the
mysteries of the Loyal League associations
that its every movement shuns the light of
day, and universally declines debate. If their
principles are praisewortlly, why keep SO
mum. lftheir aim is the good of the country
why not win adherents from the thinking, by
fair argument and destroy the strength of the
Conservative party by showing to the world
its untitness for the position ofa great nation
al party. Iniquity ever loves secrecy and no
good deed or good principle fears the light
We trust the ArkanSia8 will continue to deal
its telling blows upon the head of the Radical
and not be deferred by an affected disdain
They feel the blows, rest assured of that and
only, fear keeps them silent.
The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09
Ellsworth, Kansas.

The Leavenworth Times Of July IS, speak
ing of Ellsworth, says the town is pretty much
deserted on account of the existence of chol-
era there, and consequently there is but little
food for the disease. 1t continues saying:
A friend who left this place yesterday in
forms us, that II was the want of physicians
and of nurses which caused so many deaths.
lie found, on one occasion, several sick per-
sons In one room, on a rough, bare floor. with
out pillow under their heads, or a blanket
under their bodies,
Two heroic men of Topeka, and three from
Manhattan volunteered and are now at Els
worth, Father Demcret, and four Sisters of
Charity leave Tomorrow, to render their good
services wherever they may be needed
Good Father Demorticr, an old time mis-
sionary at st. Mary's Mission, fell, as the
Christian should like to fall, while ministering
to the dying and waiting on the sick.
The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09

cB We unwittingly got our head in
A." chancery" in our issue of the 18th ult., in no.
ticing the non-arrival of the mails. We laid
blame, fany, at the door of the Post Office at
Fayetteville. From letter OfJuly 3lst, from
the Mail Agent of this State NJ. La Rue IIar-
rison, we are informed that it was no fault of
the office at Fayetteville. Without more
words, and taking the statement Of the Agent
as correct, we wish to acknowledge our error
and make due rctraction and correction. A
moments reflection, would have satisfied
that the fair Mistress that conducts the busi-
ness of that Office with such precision and
dispatch, would hardly be guilty of the neg
lect of not sending forward the mail bag to
this city. The fault we are satisfied was not
at the Fayetteville Office and We are ready for
any kind ofan apology, and it we escape with
n whole saoir .his ti.no you may pun the hair
all out of the DIS head if if we get caught in
another such predicament. We refer, Mr.
Harrison, however, to an article on the mails,
in the Fort Smith Neu Era of the 3lst, which
conflicts with other statements of his letter.
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CHANCERY NOTICE.
State of Arkansas,


County Of Franklin.
TN the Circuit Court of said county on the
chancery side thereof before the Clerk M
said county, in vacation, July lst, a. d. lsS.
William {. Adams, Complainant
VS.. Bill in chancery.
Daniel Stutsman, Defendan,
ON this day comes said complainant and
having heretofore filed his bill of compliant
against said defendant, and it appearing from
complainant's affidavit that said defendant h
a NONRESIDENT of the State of Arkansas ii il
therefore ordered, by the Clerk Of said coun
in vacation. that said defendant be, and he's
hereby notified of the pendency of this sui.
and that this notice be served by publishing
the same in some newspaper printed in this
state for two successive weeks. the last inser-
ton to be- 1T least four weeks before the first
day of the next term of this court, at court
to be holden at the Court House in the town
of Ozark, in said county, on the fourth Mon
day after the fourth Monday in September,
1867. And said defendant is hereby notified
to attend said Court, on said day. and plead
answer or demur to said bill, if he see cause
so to do, or the same with all the allegations
therein will be taken as confessed Ard said
defendant is further notified that the object
and prayer of said bill is to confirm the titls
to the following described lands, which we're
sold by virtue of an execution issued from the
office of the Clerk Of the Circuit Court of said
county. on the 22d day Of March, 1866, TO sat.
isfy a Judgment in favor Of Twecdy & Whit.
son against said Stutsman, to-wit: The frae-
,ional part of the south east quarter "a Of
the south east quarter "a Of section five (5A
township nine (9) range twenty-six (8l
west, being the northern part of the land
above described, containing twenty two and
haH (221s) acres, situate in Franklin county
Arkansas, which lands were misdescribed IN
the levy made on same.
. g. s. Ross, Clerk.
a true copy from the Record.
Attest: . G.. $. Ross, Clerk.
aIlp !l-2t
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Tennessee Election.

MEMPHIS, Aug. 2.
The election here and elsewhere
throughout the state, as far as heard
from, passed off quietly. No disturb
ance whatever. Positive returns show
that Brownlow is elected, aud the repub
lican ticket generally. This city gives
Brownlow over 1000 majority, and Nash
vile 5000 Mum is elected to Congress
in this district, Arnell Of Columbia, and
Maynard Of Knoxvillc-all republicans
The entire republican ticket is elected
here.
AS far as heard from the state has
gone republican by large majority. The
negroes and radicals had it all their own
way. The former voted almost unani-
mously for the radicals
Madison, Bedford, Hardeman, Fayette
and Carroll counties are the only ones
known to have gone Conservative. The
united majority Of these counties for
Etheridge, is 1900. All radical congress
men elected. Brownlow's majority will
probably be 10000.
MEMPHIS, Aug. 8.
Brownlow's majority is net so large as
at first supposed A large number ofne.
groes have been discharged since the
election. The people are not disposed
to employ them any more They say they
can work for the radicals,
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 2.
Considerable excitement exists among
cotton dealers here, owing to the seizure
Of nearly all Of their stock by internal
revenue officers. These officers seize all
cotton that is without tags, declaring that
certificates Of the payment of the tax is
not sufficient.
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NOTICED!
Female Academy for Sale.

DY virtue of decree of the Circuit Cow
Id of Crawford County, at the MAY Ter,
1867, obtained by the Internal Improyens,
Commissioner Of Crawford County arains.
1.-The Trustees Of the Van Burea Female Iead'
eng" and in accordance with an order of sas
made by the Judge ofsaid Court at said tern
and to me directed, will offer for sale to n.
highest and last bidder for CASH,
On the I'd day September, Il. d., 1867,
All the Right, Title and Interest said Trustee,
have in and to
Lots No. % One, (2) Two, (3) Three, "a
Four. (5) Five, and (6l Six and Fractlon.I
Lots No. (7) Seven and (S) Eight all in Bbtt
No. (47) Forty-Seyen, situate in the city Of
Van Buren. State of Arkansas.
LEONARD c. SOUTHMAYD,
Internal Improvement Commissioner
of Crawford County, Arkansas
Aug. G, 1867.
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From Washington.
WASHINGTON, July 80.

W AsIilNGToN, JUiy oV'
The regular Tuesday meeting OF the
Cabinet to day was protracted, although
the Secretary of State and the Attorney
General were not present The principal
feature of the days session is understood
to have been the consideration of Gener-
nj Shcridan's successor. The President
seemed disposed TO select Gen. Hancock,
and il is more than probable that he Will
be named in the course of few days rs
the Commander Of Military District No.
). Gen. Grants arrival to-day, 1t is
claimed in some quarters, may operate
against Gen. Sheridan's being relieved;
but the President has stated to several
gentlemen within few hours that his
mind is fully made up in the premises.
The Indian Bureau has received addi-
tional intelligence showing that it will be
an easy matter to obtain large reserva-
ton in northern Texas on which to place
the Indian tribes with whom it is pro
posed to make peace.
The Prosecution have concluded their
arguments in the Surratt trial, the Dis
trict Attorney having spoken for three
days. The jury gave evident signs Of
impatience today, and are seemingly very
anxious that the case should be submit
ted to them at once. 1t is believed that
they will retire on Thursday evening to
deliberate on their verdict.
SAVANNAH, GA, July 80.
The first bale of the new cotton season
was received to-day from Florida 1t is
ola very superior grade.
AUGUSTA, July 20.
The political situation is exciting con-
siderable interest. The recent letters Of
Johnson, Hill and Perry, have shaken
the faith of many here who were in favor
of reorganization under the Military bill.
1t is said Anti Convention" is becom-
ing more popular with the white people
of Georgia.
New YORK, July 30.
A letter from Monterey says: Lopez,
who betrayed Maximilian, has been ar
rested by the Governor of Oaxaca and
will be executed.
The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09
Crawford County Complete.

The following, is a complete list of all the
voters egistered-whitc and black--in this
county. The Board have closed its labors, un-
less further orders are received from the Com
mander of the District. 1t is possible that
they may have orders to revise and correct
the Registration already made, if so, due no.
tice, will undoubtedly, be given to all inter-
ested. We are glad to know that very gen.
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% We understand that George Hood, a
very worthy colored man, is talked of as one
Of the candidates for the Convention from this
county. The colored men have at least half
ofthc Radical vote in the county and should
be entitled to one of the nominees. Let our
colord friends see that the RAIDS come up (in
this particular( to their professions.
The Van Buren press., 1867-08-09
Our Schools.

BY reference 10 our advertising col
umns it will be seen that Mr.. w. j. AL
ExASDsI, assisted by competent Assist
ants, will re open his School, on the first
Monday Of September next 1t is high
time our people were awake to the inn
portance, Of encouraging and well sus
tanning first class School, and we trust
every effort will be made to assist in es-
tablishing permanent institution of Ed,
ucation in our city; one that will induce
parents from the surrounding country to
send their children, as in former days, to
advance and complete their studies
Parents should make it point to have
their children ready to enter School the
first day of the Session, that they may be
classified and arranged in their proper
department.
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~" Col. DEL. FLOYD JoSEs, commander of
the Post at Fort Smith, has been promoted to
fa!! Cc!oncloy, and has been assigned to the
9Th infantry, one of the oldest regiments in
Ia the service,