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The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
A Great National Work,

The Centennial History of the United States, from the discovery of the American Continent to the cl.'se of the first century of American In- dependence. By James D. McCabe. Author of 'sA Manual of General History" ''The Great Republic," etc., etc.
 There has long been great and universally-felt want of History of the United States suitable for gener- al use. This want is now being supplied by the National Publishing Co.,, of St. Louis, who have issued a handsome volume, styled ''1'he Centennial History of the United States," by James D. McCabe, a well-known historical writer. This work will, undoubtedly, take rank as the standard history of the United States. It is no dry mass of details no bOmbastic effort to inflame the national pride, but is clear, vivid and brilliant narrative of the events of our history, from the discovery of the American continent down to the present time. It traces the evil dences of that mysterious race, the first occupants of our country, and gives a most interesting account of the Indians of North America, from the time of the coming of the white men. The voyage of Colum- bus, the exploratio IS of the different nations of Europe and the final oc- cupation and conquest of the land by England, are told with graphic power.
 Every step of our colonial history is traced with patient fidelity, and the sources of those noble, and we trust, enduring institutions which have made our country free and great, are shown with remarkable cIearness. The causes of our great struggle for Independence are told with Il logical force and ability un- surpassed in any work of the day. Then follows a clear and suecinct account of the formation of the Fed eral Constitution the establishment of the Union; the course of affairs until the breaking out of the Second War with England; and full and comprehensive account of that War and its results. The events of our career from the close of that contest to the commencement of the Civil War, follow in their order. The history of the Civil War is related with intense vigor, and wittAa strict fidelity to truth. The author pleads the cause of no party or section. He states facts. points out the lessons which they teach, and appealing to neither passion nor political feeling. trusts to the good sense of his coun- trymen to sustain his views. The book contains an appendix, giving an account of the approaching Cen tennial Exhibition.
 It is comprised in one large, hand- seme octave volume of 925 pages, and contains 442 fine engravings on steel and wood of historical person. ages and scenes. The price is so low that all can afford to purchase a copy, and each subscriber is present. ed with superb Photographic en- graving of the Centennial Exhibi- ton Buildings and Grounds. It is sold by subscription only, and the publishers want agents in every cornty.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
Our City Ticker.

We want a good, energetic and progressive town government this time and as no regular ticket has been made out yet by convention of the voters we have fixed up a .'slate" which we think would be as good as can be chosen. It is as follows:
 For Mayor, J. B. Erwin.
 " Recorder, J. r. Munday.
 " Treasurer, K. J. Wilson.
 " Marshal, c. c. Luker.
 " Aldermen, J. l.. Shinn,
 L. w. Davis, Ava Russell,
 M. E. Roys, Capt. J. II. Perry.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30

Your committee in organizing the party in 1874 worked with all their energy and ability for the welfare of the party, disre- garding the threats and menaces of dema- gogues and disorganizers. The greateGost of the enemies Of the party was to disos1aa ize the party, run what Mey called good Democrats as }adtpepdeats. How far they succeeded was told at the ballot box in numbers not soon forgotten we should think for not one of those so-called good Independens Demoeruts having received | respectable vote. It is conceded by the friends of the party that a wise innIaI step was taken in said organization by the intro- dnction of the primary election system. We deem it highly important that the advant- ages thus Ained should be followed up.
 Organize by holding a primary election in the several townships of the county prior to the general election. We regard these primary elections purely Democratic. A few wire workers and office seekers can not control the nomination of candidates as they frequently do in county convent ions.
 The hard working farmer and mechanic have no time or inclination to meet in eau GUS, draft resolutions and have the choice of minority declared the nominee, but by his vote the choice is made and the best of material used. z cCff8t'N fRRB8&A w8 A
 II. GLAZE HOWELL, Chairman.
 F. L. McCnAcKEs, Sec'ty. .....t
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
Chnflas aud Japan Peas.

The introduction of these crops throughout the south will enable Hs to keep our stock and fill our smoke houses as cheaply as it can be done at the West. The Chufa is planted in ridge like potatoes, yields on common land POO bushels per acre of the richest feed, unequaled for fat tening hogs, poultry--and children. One acre will fatten more hogs than ten acres of the best corn, besides furnishing grazing all summer. For the truth of these claims we refer to U. s. Commissioner of Agriculture, Washington, or to any agricultural paper in the South. Price, by mail postage paid, 20c. a package, 4Oc. a pint, 75c. a quart by express $4 a peck, SIS bushel.
 The Japan Pea fully established it's merits several years ago, and is now in universal demand. 1t grows upright like cotton stalk, is culti- vated like corn, and yields from l50 to 300 bushels an acre on ordinary land. Stock of all kinds relish it and thrive highly on it without other iccu. AIsO cANciicut TUT SdoiS usc (after boiling about week.) Price by mail, postage paid, 15c package, 3Oc pint, 50c quart. By express, $3 per pecx, $l0 per bushel. These seeds are so scarce and costly that we cannot make any discount to wholesale dealers or granges.
 When Southern planters grow their own stock-feed and fatten their own hogs we shall hear no more of hard times and "middle-men" for this will put an end to both. If you fear to invest largely it will cost but d frifle to try these seeds, and unless your experience differs from all others you will be forever thankful for the trial. Address,
 A. F. WHITE & CO.,,
 Nashville, Tenn.
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Notice to Creditors. .

Notice is hereby given that the time allowed by law for the presen- tation of claims against the estate of Frank NJ. Hickox will expire in Oe- tcoer, 1876. All parties having claims against said estate are hereby nofihcd to present the same to me between now and the April, 1876 term of probate court, for examina- tion and allowance.
 (. W. EWING, Adm'r.
 Russellville, Ark, Mar. Ia, 1876.
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Proclamat tjon,

Notice is hereby given that there will be an election held in the town of Russellville, Ark, on Tuesday the 4th day oi April, 1876, for the purpose of electing town officers, vlz.: Mayor, Recorder, Treasurer, Marshall and five Aldermen.
 Given under my hand this March 20th, 1876. J. B. ERWIN.
 Mayor.
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Hom estead Notice.
U.S. LAND OFFICE, DARpASELLE,l
 March 9th. 1876.

March Eth, lSa6. Complaint having been entered at this office by Jas. A. Norris against Jacob Edwards for abandoning his homestead entry, No. 1928, and dated July 18th, 1871, upon the $ l. l4 \ F i4 seclion 8, township N, rrngs Fl W. in Pope county, Arkansas, with view to the cancellation of said entry the said parties are hereby summoned to appear at this office on the sth day of April, 1876, at o'clock p. m.. to respond and furnish testi- mony concerning said alleged aban- donment.
 T. NJ. GIBSON, Register, NJ. M. FREED, Receiver.
 l6-3t.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30

We have received some speci- mems of the farm products of Pope county this week to forward to our Centennial Commissioners. Mir. A. ! ". Matthews sends very fine spec. linen oi wheat, and Judge \, D. l Shinn sends a dozen ears of corn. Such wheat and corn would be a credit to any country. The speci- mems have been forwarded.
 1 MT. R. A. Tucker, of Dover, who has the right of seye ral counties for Peters patent tanning process, called on us Monday with specimens of leather tanned by this process. The specimens of sole and upper leather shown us seemed to be thor oughly tanned and looked we'll.
 FREE LEcTURE.-We have re- ceived a poster making the announce ment that Col. A, B. Smedley, lec- turer of the National Grange, has an appointment to deliver lecture on 1.-The Objects of the Grange" at this place on Friday April 7tn, at o'clock p. m. All are invited to attend, especially the ladies. Go and hear Col. Smedley.
 --The two ancient oaks---old land marks of our place---in front of the post office, were uprooted and re- moved by the road workers last Sat urday. We were sorry to see them banished from the spot where they have for so many years afforded shelter beneath their spreading branches to the weary and sun scorched traveller.
 The new show of Dan Rice has come and gone. It was a success. We regret that the very indictment state of weather deprived many of this opportunity of seeing something entirely new and original in the show line. The sagacity and intel ligence displayed by Dams trained horses is truly wonderful, and can not fail to impress any witness of their surprising feats with greater regard for the most noble of all animals. Dams show is worth seeing.
 Do You WANT A Coop MACHINE? If you do, we can refer you to the proper man to supply your wants. Our young friend Capt. Jimmie Dunn, who is selling the old relia- ble Wheeler anG Wilson, can deliver you one of these most excellent ma chimes at your door any day you may want it. He will show you exactly how to operate it and keep it in good order. We publish in to-day's paper an extract from the St. Louis Commercial, attesting the value of this machine.
 House breakers are getting so numerous in Little Rock, that the approach of night brings terror to the inhabitants. The formation of vigilance committees is talked of as means to protect life and property from the raids of the desperate fel- lows. If one or two of them could be found dangling from lamp post some morning it would prove warning to others.
 The town ticket which we put forward has been selected solely with view to competency, efflcien- cy and the personal integrity of every man on it. Every man on it is taxpayer and property owner; every one of them are men of mod crate views and sober and temperate habits; every one of them are men of good judgment and are identified with the best interests of our town; every one of them are philosophical and progressive men; every one of them are men of good morals and will reflect credit upon the intelli- gence of our town. It is just such men as these who should constitute our town government.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN IN that petition will be pre- sentcd to the county court of Pope county, Arkansas, at the April term thereof, to change road district No. 5, running from Dover to James Hobbs, so as to intersect the old road at or near said Hobbs.
 March llth, 1876.
 JAMES HOBBS,
 HIRAM LINZEY, l6-at w. J. SllERILL-
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Pope County Convention.
RooNs OF THE DEMOCRATIC CExTRALl COMMITTEE FOR PoPE COUNTY. ABk.,i

RooAs OF THE DEMOCRATIC CExTRAL)
 COMMITTEE FOR PoPE COUNTY. AEK.,y
 Dover, March 27th, 1876.
 A convention Of the Democratic party of Pope county will be held at Dover, on Sat- urday, the 20th day Of May next, for the purpose of selecting and instructing dele gates to the Democratic State Convention, which is to he held in the city of Little Roek Ark, on the i4th day of June next. Also to select county dcpocratic central commit tee for the county, for the ensuing cam paign, with instructions as to their duty in organizing the party in the ensuing cam paign. It is requested by your committee. that township meetings be held in the sev- eral townships of the county, at as .eAsiy ( day as convenient, that full expression may be had. -a saa
 The basis of representation and voting in the organization of the convention, shall be as follows based upon the vote for the State constitution of 1874: Each township ehsli be entitled to one vote, without regard to its voting population, and after the first 90 votes. to an additional vote to each succeed ing 50 votes or fraction of said % votes in ex- cess of e5 The number Of persons compos- ing the dele gation from each township shall be left to the discretion of the township meetings. The representation on said basis will be as follows:
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
New goods at J. L. SHINs's.

New goods at J. l.. SHINs's. An immense stock of goods, at
 J. L. SHISS's. The largest stock of boots and shoes ever offered to the trade in this country at J. l.. SHISN's. Always ahead and mp with the times. J. L. SHISS has just recciv- ed lot of ladies spring hats; atelsl styles. Direct from New York.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
Administrators A Notice,

NoTICE Is HEREBY GIVEN THtTI
 N as Administrator, de bonis non of the Estate of Steven D. Lewis, dect ased, will on the Fist day of April, 4. D. 1876. and al the April term 1876 of the Pope Probate Court. apply 10 said Court for an order to seIl the following described lands. belong
 ing to said estate. or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the debts of said estate, to-wtt:
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
DIED.

At her place of residence in this county Mrs. Mahala Dare aged 5s years.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30
Administrators Notice.

Notice is hereby given that will apply at the April term of the pro- bate court of Pope county for an order to sell the real estate belonging to the estate of Jno B. Caldwell, de- ceased. Sale to he made to pay debts Of said estate.
 J. R. DUKE, Adm'r. Norristown, March lIth 1876. Mar. I6, 1 times.
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K. B. WILSON, Notary Public.

RCSSELLyILLE, .... ARKANSAS Am prepared to take sck nowle gmeBts of Deed, and other written instruments; also t~ take deposItiops.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-03-30

"ARNING oRDER.-Johnson w Circuit Court. Sallie Lank- in, plaintiff, against Lewis Lankin, defendant.
 The defendant, Lewis Lankin, is warned to appear in this court with .a thirty days, and answer the com plaint ofthe plaintin, Sallie Lankin.
 J. NJ. THOMPSON, Clerk.
 March l7th, 1875. 9-tt
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The Daily clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1866-1888, 1876-01-18
FNATF--NINTH DAY.

THURSDAY, Jan. 18th. 1876.
Lt.-GOv Davis, (cOl.), in the chair. Alb
sent 4.
Messrs. Taylor and Allen, chairmen. made
reports.
The number and pay of employees was
agreed upon. (See House proceedings.)
By Mr.. fitzGeraId: Concurrent resolu-
ton:
Whereas, A committee of two on the part
of the Senate, and three on the part of the
House, was appointed, pursuant to Senate
Joint Resolution, in relation to Levee Dis
tricts Nos. l and ,, approved March 6, 1915,
to investigate the acts and dOngs of the
I.evee Boards of Districts Nos. l aud ?
since their organization. to sit during vaca-
tior, at such times and places as they might
deem most eXpedient, to send tor persons
and papers, and upon conclusion of their
investigation, to make report to the Gov
ernOr and
Whereas The Governor was, BY said res
olution, requested to place said report before
the Legislature at its next session thereaf-
ter; and
Whereas, The sum of one thousand dol
lars, or so much thereof as might be neces-
sary, was, by said resolution, appropriated
for tho purpose Of carrying into effect the
object of said resolution; and
Whereas The report of said committee.
if any was made, has not been placed be-
fore the legislature, as requested by said res
olutiOn therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, the House con-
curing, That the Standing Committees on
LeveeS OF the two houses respectively be.
and they are hereby directed to investigate
as to what progress the first mentioned
committee has made. on and by virtue OF
said joint. resolution; and how much OF
said appropriation they, aud each of them
drew, and how much they. and each ofthem
expended in their said investigation: that
SAID Standing Committee report to the Leg
Islature at as early day as practicable dur
ing the present session, the result of their
/ Investigations under this resolution, and
that at the same time, they recommend by
resolution, or otherwise, the adoption. by
the Legislature, of such measures as in the
judgment OF said Standing Committees
Will accomplish the ends sought by said
/ senate JOINT Resolutions; adopted.
by Mr.. IhompsOn-ln relation to the
registration of voters; referred
The bill repeating the District printing
act passed.
On motion of Mr.. Jewell the privi-
! ieges OF the Senate were extended TO Gen.
5. j. Gholson.
The bill to establish legal rate of inter
est was taken up and discussed at length.
MessrS Johnston, Jewell. Catchin6s and
iavC red; Messrs. Reynolds, Sims, Barry and
Morgan, opposed.
Mr., Allen moved to Indefinitely post
one; carried.
The Senate went into Executive session
Inc Governor sent IN q message for Elk
ecutiye session.
Inc Dill to provide for the approval Of the
Official bonds of county officers. and the ms
tlhcatlon OF sureties on said bonds. was IA
Ken up, and pending its consideration the
Senate adjourned.
The Daily clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1866-1888, 1876-01-18

Bs Mr. Featherston: To provide TOT inc
raymcIIt at costs in criminal cases.
By Mr.. Jarnagin To provide tor the pay
rnenf Of costs in criminal cases.
n Mr. !. St.. 20 amend section SCI
cha frrS Cc,i. 1871.
By Sir. Ddbney: To amend Tie execution
laws OF Mississippi.
By Mr. Dabney: To repeal section I'LL
Code 1871.
By Mr. Clay In yegard to the settlements
of County Treasurers.
By Mr.. Shelby: In relation TO the nav i9a-
tior of Bogue Phalia.
Bv Mr.. Gibson: To confer certain powers
on the Boards of Supervisors OF PrentisS
Bv Mr. Powell: To amend the act estab-
fishing the fees OF certain offices.
Bv Mr.. Gibson: Relating to the support
of the poor.
Bv Mr.. Byrd, of Franklin: For the relief
of W. ). Z. Clangleton, NJ. l.. Aldridge, j
p. Johns. 7. J. Scott and ii. {. HutI-Wlth
memorial.
By Mr.. Nelson: To encourage the manu-
facture o: wine.
By Mr.. CroSland: To amend section 2,456,
Code OF 1871, in relation to tipping
By Mr.. Hall. To amend section 871, Code
of 1871. in relation TO persons upon whom
fines, forfeitures, penalties, etc, have been
~ B 5 Mr.. Tucker: To make the State Treas
1
client Institutions.
By Mr.. Lester: To prevent the seizure OF
/ sale of growing crops under execution OF
! attachment
! Pv Mr. Hudson: For the relief Of I. NJ,
/ Nose: also TO change the name Of Mary
/ Peck to Mary Heath and make her the heir
/ of A. NJ. and NJ. NJ. Heath, of azoo; also
/ to ascertain the outstanding Indebtedness OF
| Yazoo; also to change the rules OF practlc-
| inc of evidence in criminal cases.
Mr. Hudson moved to reconsider the vote
by which the bill to promote humanity and
relieve the afflicted was indefinitely post
poned carried, and the bill was referred.
By Mr. Muldrow: To reduce the number
of Circuit and Chanccry Court districts.
BY Mr.. Rowan: To repeal the last act
passed in reference to the charter OF Halle
hurst.
Mr.. Featherston, chairman, reported q
large mum Der of bills.
The bill to amend Sec. 1859, Chapter O.
Code 1871, passed.
The bill to abolish the office of county at
tOrney was indefinitely postponed, the Sen
ate bill for the same purpose having passed
both houses.
The bill to repeal the law regulating
trials BY iurieS in civil suits was made the
special order for Monday next.
The bill authorizing the Auditor to pay
certain Adams county claims was indefi-
nitely postponed.
The bill to protect agriculture and to
change the criminal laws of the State so as
to make the stealing of any live stock, Oi
any value whatever grand larceny, and
punishable by imprisonment in the peni-
tentiary came up, and elected a SoOd-deal
of discussion.
Mr.. Barksdae offered an amendm ant
and the whole subject was re-committed tC
the Judiciary. Adjourned.
The Daily clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1866-1888, 1876-01-18
MISSISSIPPI LEGiSLATURE.
SENATE-SEVENTU DAY.
TUESDAY, Jan. II, 1876.

TUESDAY, Jan. II, 1876.
Lieut.. Gov. Davis lcol.) in the chair.
Absent 2-MeSSrS. Callicot and Sullivan.
both sick ~ ''''
By Mr.; Reynolds; To extend the privi-
Carried. ny :
MesSrs. Mendenhall and Griffin gave no.
tice of introduction of bills.
MessrS. Taylor, Foote, Johnston and Rev
noldS' chairmen, reported bills from their
committees.
By Mr.. thompson: Resolved, Thata COM
mittee OF three, consisting of Messrs. Few
ell, Morgan and Everett, be appointed TO
INQUIRE into aad investigate the charges al
,Tfig nrd by the public press against H. Is. Ne
I ei.i State Senator from the Fifth Senate
Ilai district; SAID committee to report. a
S soon as practicable. whether said NcCInre
mas oeeh guilty of such offenses, or if he
- =. " s"Sh charaeterthat his being a member
OF the senate detracts from the honor or
dlgnlty oil TINS body and that said com
hlIlee nave fuil power to send for perSons
and papers. Adopted.
Inc secretary of State reported that bills
OF last session ''to provide for submitting
10 the electors certain constitutional amend.
The Daily clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1866-1888, 1876-01-18

The bill to reduce the salario.
school uperintendents, was reo9. ol e1..I
The bill to prohibit traffic in t.s eaj
at night, was postponed until Mo-. @.
The bill to regulate public nria.lay
postponed and made tie special ing /,
Thursday II O'Clock. Ole.
The bill for the relief of DR. " -
kins, was indefinitely postponed T. g
House bills to repeal the Stat p
Equalization, and 10 extend n D.a,
paying out school warrants IN r,lc
county, were passed. e"
The House Gen. Sheridan ro.,
resembling the action of the JqofI.
1879, were passed by the tollowi77,r,' a,i'.
Ycas-Messrs Allen, Barr we
CatchiNgs, Everett, Jewell H. la-
Foote, Furloug. Graham, Grin, W,
Johnston, Mcneil, MeudenhalI MI og
gan, Oldham, Pratt, Reynolds. Si~'t, Y
Taylor, Terry, Thompson, Thor
Tuttle-27.
Nays-Messrs Albright and Graz
IL. b. To change the name Of t6s -
saw Savings Institution; passed '44
House Joint resolution To fr,,;.
members with the Revised Code =.
passed.
A large number of House bills We.
twice and referred.
APPROVAL OF BILLS.
The Governor informed the Sem.
he had approved the following b.S
abolish the office of County Atrorr..
regulate advertising by Boards of
yiSOrS; and to confer upon the CF"t
of Committees the power to ADM
OathS.
H.B.: To fix the price of the D.
Code of 1871, was indefinitely posrpo-
ii. B The Legislative approprisa-.
YFAs-Messrs. Albright, Allen p.
/ Carter, Catchings, Everett Fewer
/ Gerald, Foote, Furlong, Graham. 4
/ Griffin. Hooker, Johnston, McCs>kn
/ Neil, Mendenhall, Nets, Morgan. 0.n
! Pratt, Reynolds, Shirley, Sims s.
/ Stewart, Stone, Taylor, Terry, Thon-
Thornton, Tuttle-3l.
/ NAYS-NOne.
Mr.. Jewell moved that when the s.
/ adjourn, it adjourn until Monday.
Ieas-Ailen, Barry, Catchmgs, p
/ FITZGERALD, Graham, Gray, Griffin. Ha
/ McGaskil. Mendenhall Pratt >r
Sims, Smith, Taylor, Thompson and 7
is.
1 By Mr.. StOne--A concurrent reso.
That all bills relating to the code
/ in the title state the subject matter
! treated upon.
/ II. B. To repeal the act creatr.
office OF engineer in the counties olD.
/ Madison, and GazoO, offered March
/ 1878 passed.
Mr.. Hooker, chairman on Eng
/ Bills, reported, and the Senate adjoa