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4sBE BLIND OWL;
sit on the dry limb Of dead tree and h9ot only
that the Republican party is for free labor Free
labor will give US weelih, and why: Whenever
man works for himself, WORKS Tor his wlte' works S
the most work in the shortest space Of time
Tie problem OF slavery is to do the least work in
cd e' but one machine, aud that WIS threshlng ma
Vented @ ali the machines that have added to the
and added to the glory and civilization Of marknd
d il lhs world ws ews t. ire latoi-ffss ts
thunder5o1t away from ths gods. and
Will with thought, yin -, tiHtsligsnes;; ~, ). snd
Science, free thought, took tear from the cheek
Of unpaid labor, converted # into steam, and
created giant that turns With trelcss arm tha
saw. believes in free tabor. Every solitary inl
proycn,ent made in the United States has been
made bE the Republican party; every reform &c,
br tile great, grand, glorious Republican party.
Last year stood in the cit7 Of Paris, where stood
the old Bastile and where now stands the column Of
July That coln.nn is suru1ounted by magnificent
statue Of Liberty, in its right hand broken chan
and IN its left hand banner, and upon its sorIoas
forehead ae sann snsn sa1 sna Of tn2
The Republican party does not say 'let bygones
be bygQpes. IHe HcpapNCan party IS PROUD O1
the nast. and confident Of the future. The Rcpub-
iican party brings It's record before you and i'm
plores yon to read every. page, every paragraph,
every line, and every shining word. On tho first
page ron will find It written, "sl7sery has cnrsed
American soil enough" On the fast page you will
ind it written
;:sLAyERr SHALL GO 80 FuRrHER."
On the 1irat page you will find II written, @sThe
bloodhounds shall not drip their gore upon an
other inch OF free American s1il." lCheers: On
fhe secont uace you will dnd It written, This is
a nation. and not confederacy- Every State be-
longs to every citizen, and no State has right to
take territory belonging to every citizen In the
LATED States and set up 4 separate Goyeranent. y
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also told yon, ~ want the date out Of that
note, bccsuse I have, got to come at it
cess, = 't.Wcll,'' you would reply, ~ don't
care how slow or how gradual you arc, provided
you come round BY the time the note is due: !"
date out of u note: You woull think be was .
mixture OF q rascal and Democrat lLaughtcr.]
10, my friends, we are going to pay that money.
4 mortgage upon the honor OF the Republican par
", has got mortgage upon the best continent Of
The earth and every spear Of grass on this conti-
particle Of coal laid away by that old nise7, the
t5at tic debt vii viii e paid Al, The iron ore ali
yadas waiting for the miner pick to give back the
flash OF the sun, every ounce is guarantee that
this dout will be paid. [cheers.] And all the cat
try are guarantees that the debt will be paid And
every hammered field Of gold, and every good man.
and every good woman, and every dimpled, kick
and girls bending over their books in the school,
and every good man that Is going to
vote the Republican. ticket, IS guarantee
lLoud cheers. All! ny friends, the Democratic
Is it, candidate Samuel 5. fildsn Of New York.
I um opposed TO him. am opposed to him.
FIRST, BECAUSE he Is An OLD BKCuELoI
Laughter In q country like ouEs, depending
for its prosperity and glory aron the Increase q
tho population, to elect M old bachelor is suicidal
poicy. ttaecre and laughter ANY man that
will lire IN this country for sixty years. surrounded
BY beautiful women with rosy checks and dimpled
china-in every dimplr lurking Cupid,-with
coral lips, and lcariy teeth, and sparkling eyes,
any man that will push that ill aside, to be salts
fed with the embraces OF the Democratic party,
don't eyen know the valne Of time. Laughter and
applause. a,n opposed to Sanue1J. Tildcn be-
causc hc Is Democrat; because he belongs to the
Democratic party OF tho City OF New Iork-the
worst party ever organized in any civilized coun-
try, wish you could sec it: tLaughtcr:l The
pugllistS, the ze-fghtcrs. the plugu9lfes, the
1cllows that run with the machine. (Great laugh
tell Near1y every nose Ia mashed. Abont half
OF tbs ears have been shot or, and
OF whatever complexion they are. their
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Tribute of Respect.

WHEREAS, It has pleased the Su- preme Architect of the Universe to remove from our midst our beloved Brother, Levi Williamson, who de- parted this life on the 16tli inst, at his residence ill Pope Co.,, Ark, and,
 WHEREAS, Brother Levi William son was member of Russellville Lodge No. 274, of Ancient Free. and Accepted Masons, therefore, be it
 Resolved 1st. That in his death we have lost useful citizen, an up right mason, and an exemplary Christian, and his family q kind husband and father; and while we that it is his eternal gain; and we cheerfully submit to the Divine will of our Heavenly Father, who in his great wisdom and love has taken our beloved brother to that grand lodge above, where all good masons 1 hope to meet sooner or later.
 Resolved 2d. That we deeply sympathize with his bereaved fami- | ly and friends, and will observe the usual badge Of mourning in memory thereof.
 Resolved 3d. That the family of our deceased brother be furnished with copy of these resolutions, and that the Russellville DEMOCRAT be requested to publish the same. B. F. LOBE, NJ. H. BAIRD, J. w. RUSSELL, Committee.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Commissloner,s Sale.

In pursuance of a decree of the Pope Circuit Court in Chancery, made at the May 1876 term of said court, in the case of Hiram Dacus ct al. petition ex pmte, we, as commis- sioners, will, on the Sth day of July, 1876, proceed to sell upon the prem ises in the town of Russellville, at public auction to the highest and best bidder, on credit of three months the following described town lots situated in the town of Russell ville, Pope county, Arkansas, to- wit: Lots Nos one and two, in block No. 7, fronting 70 feet each on River street, and running back l20 feet to Bunker's Row, and Lot No. In block No. s, fronting 10 feet on River street, and running back l20 feet to Bunker's Row. Bond and approved security required of pur- chaser and lien retained on the lots for the purchase money.
 II. \. MADpUx,
 II. NJ. IluoHEY,
 CtEoISSE A. itEEp,
 2t. Commissioners
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Pleasant Grove Picnic.

RussELI.vILLE, June 24th 1876.
 At q called meeting of the mas ters of the several granges com posing G.lla Creek, Norristown. Shiloh, Rural and Gum Log Oranges, the following proceed ings were had.
 On motion of Warren Black, F. w. Parker was called to the chair and James Potts chosen secreta- ". A motion was made and eays ried that all members of the Eff erent grangcs present be declared honorary members ofthis meeting and each order representated en- titled to one vote only. After some discussion, NJ. H. Baird, presented the following resolu ton, to-wit:
 Resolved that it is the sense of this meeting that the granges of this county meet one-and-a-haif miles east of Russellville on the 4th of July for the purpose of having a picnic and celebration.
 The resolution was adopted.
 Mir. Black moved that the chair appoint a committee of three for the purpose of comforting with committees from other societies, for the purpose of arranging a programme.
 The chair appointed as such committee, James } otts, G. W. Berryman and J. $. Williamson.
 A motion was made and car ried that copy of these resolu- tions be furnished the Russellyilie DEMOCRAT and the State Grange for publication.
 r. W. PARKER, Chm,
 James Potts, Secretary.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Classify Your Wheat.

The hum of the separator will soon be heard on the farms of our wheat growers. One or two, we believe start out this week. The wheat crop last year was rcinarka- ble for the. uniform regularity ot the wheat, and it was hardly neces- sary to give much attention to clas- sification. Tuis year, however, 1t is altogether different, and we will now impress upon our wheat grow CTS the necessity of classifying their wheat. The crop this year will yield some three grades-while some will be first-class, much of it will not class more than second or third grade. If growers mix their wheat they will get only the price of the lowest grade. It will pay to care- fully classify this years crop and put each grade separate. Wheat buyers this year will be very careful to examine each lot, and if our pro- ducers wish to get the full worth of their wheat they must avoid mixing a bad, with a good grade; for ill such case the price of the lower grade only can be obtained. Hence. We say in time. be careful to classi' fy and handle your wheat with proper care.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Come One, Come All.

At meeting of tho citizens of Gum Log valley, held on Monday the 26th of June, 1876, Judge c. Davis was called to the chair, and T. $. Edwards made secretary. The object of the meeting being stated that we shall have a picnic at the old camp ground on the 4th of July. A committee ot three was appointed to invite speakers, consisting of T. $. Ed wards, w. A. Ashmore and Jo- seph Lloyd. A committee oi twelve on arrangements was also selected to maNc all necessary preparations.
 The following speakers are in vited: Judge L. w. Davis, oi Russcllville, w. l. Mcclellan and Dr. c. L. Kirksey, of Dover, Dr G. w. Harkcy, near Russellville
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

There are two printers in an Allentown office, both bearing the same name-Walter Knerr. There should be some excuse for a Knerr- or in that office.
 The Woman's Journal asks, "How shall we utilize the super fiuous woman?' It seems as if she might be Utahlizcd by for wardlng her to Salt Lake City.
 "Py Schiminy, how dot poy studies de languagesr' is what a delighted elderly German said when his four-year old son called him q bleareyed son of a saw horse.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

Our good friend Donald, of the Little Rock Herald, expresses much surprise and qualification at the sprightly and lively tone of the state exchanges last week, which he says may be accounted for by the absence of all editors at the Press and State Conventions. Now we suggest that in order to get up lit tie surprise on the state exchanges, and at the same time gratify the Herald's readers, Donald take a lit tie trip of eight or ten days. What say you, brethren.- Camden Beacon.
 Now then, Donald. you see your chickens are coming Holm(es) to roost. Serves you right, old fellow, you have no business to be making sport of us country Jakes, by telling so much truth. Hit Tim again, Jim.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
Senator Merrill, of Maine, has been nominated and confirm ed as Secretary of tho Treasury, vice Bristow, resigned.
I,icuic.

There will be grand picnic at Prairie Grove church, B miles east of Russcllville, on Tuesday, July, the 4th where we respectful ly invite the attendance cf Sab bath schools, Oranges, Good Tenn plars, and any other societies that will join US. We expect each SO cicty meeting with us to assist in making the pic nic | success, by furnishing atleass one speaker in the interest of their respective SO cietics, and also furnishing we'll filled baskets, that being the most important item in picnics. Com n:;secs appointed by socleties will confer with the undersigned com mittce and assist in the arrange ment of q programme which will be published ia time.
 NJ. H. BAIRD,
 JAMES POTTS,
 WINTER EW ING,
 Committee
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
To J. G. w.

DOVER, ARK, June 10th 1875. Your question on the situation, Can love be without reciprocation. No. Perfect love all fear and dread
 cast out, No. Love cannot endure a single
 doubt, Love crossed with doubt and uncer-
 tainty, It does become a terrible jealousy. More cruel is this than the silent
 grave, And man it makes to his passion a
 slave, The wild hungry wolf, you had bet
 ter meet In the darkest and coldest winter
 deep, Yes, the lions whelp's you had bet
 ter to take Than the man to meet in jealous
 state; Like coals in the furnace his fury
 burns; In terrible cruelty his passion turns ; Man and woman are two halves of a
 whole, And to love must be one in mind
 and soul. Yes, she must be beyond all suspi-
 cion, As to her reciprocal affection, Love in her heart supreme, like God
 on his throne, They'll make the happiest of a happy
 home. CICERoNIA.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

At the close of the investiga tion of the charges against Speak CT Kerr, Mir, Garfield, of Ohio, suggested that the vote on the report-which was to the effect that there twas not a scintilla of truth in Harney's testimony should be taken on the members rising" The suggestion was adopted, and 2l0 members rose in the affirmative, and none in the negative. Will it be so in the case of Belknap?
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

-Blochcr's History of Arkansas Finances, which we commenced publishing in the DEMOCRAT by chapters is now out i'll pamphlet form, and as it is for sale cheap-only 5Oc. we suppose all our readers would prefer to purchase the whole history complete and compact, than to have it in detachments. We will there fore discontinue the further publica- ton of 1t in our columns. 1t can be had by sending to the Evening Star, or, to any bookstore in Little Rock ; or, if parties who desire it will leave soc. with us we will furnish 1t to them.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
PROfSSSiGNAL. CARD,

The undersigned having located in Russellville, tenders his profess sional services to the citizens of RuSsellville and vicinity. lie has been engaged in the practice of med icine for thirty years, and has had considerable experience in the va rious branches of the profession. Will give prompt attention to all calls day or night. Charges reason able. Office at Wooten S Co.'S store. Residence on Oak street.
 J. M. CRAY, M. D.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
AnOlEnC en1Cnts
I,oR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY

I'oh fHDSECoI IiNG ATTORNEY. To THE VOTERS OF THE 5rH JUDICIAL c,, cuIr, ARK.
 take this method of announcing myse,t a candidate for recollection to the office n, Prosecuting Attorney for the 9th Juliri,, Circuit of Arkansas. If should De re.elr,. ted, shall in the future as in thc past. 5. vote my entire time and attention to n, enforcement of the laws.
 make no other reference to the manper in which have performed the duties ofpy office than to tho records of crhnina! con. yictions in the Courts Of thc Cncuif o,, the personal knowledge of all person, ba, ing business in the courts therein dlrir, my term of office.
 Trusting your endorsement of the pcrror. nance of the duties Of my office may he shown by your votes at the baliot-boA.
 am Respectfully Yours.
 J. F. BIEBS
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
FROM THE ssFU U Is E EAT.
Preparations for tho Convcn-
 tiOn.

From our Special Correspondent
 ST. LOUIS, June P, 1876. To the editor of the DEMOCRAT:
 l missed connection at Little Rock Tuesday, therefore lay over hours and had night ride through to this place, arrived here at 5 P. m. yes terday, find . few delegates here already. The hotels are making considerable preparation for them. Part of the Arkansas delegation already hay. engaged rooms here. I don't think that it will take them long to get through with the busi- ness, as can see but one course for them to pursue. l will leave for Boston at 6:45 this r. m., will write you from there. Yours.
 c. E. H.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
IJyII,IE DEMOCRAT. THURSDAY. JUNE 2o, 1876.

Prof. w. $. Spear, and. c. Davis, of Gum Log valley. And of course Mir. Editor we extend you cordial invitation to be present. Also general invitation is made to everybody to come and enjoy themselves, on this the day oi our Tooth anniversary, and we be- lieve we. will be happier by so doinff. Signed, T. $. Edwards, W. A. Ashmorc and Jos. Lloyd.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
EStraV Notice,

Taken up by the undersigned, and posted before J. 4. Byers, J, F., in Allen township, Pope county, Ar kansas, on the 10th day of June, 1876, one deep sorrel horse, blaze in the forhead, left hind foot white. hairs on left hip, lump on the left shoulder l4la hands high, foui years old, and had 8 bell on. Horse appraised to $30.00.
 Nj. s. DAVIS. June 931 1ST6.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

Notice is horeby given that I will make application at the July 1876 term of the Pope County court for an order to vacate the old Norris town and Gum Log road leading from the old Bernard lanyard thro' by J. NJ. lIarkey's to Norristown. Also that the.G Gum Log and Russell vile road starting near Quitman Davis be extended about one mile further west rom said lanyard, so as to ilterscct the Center Valley and Russellville road at the foot of the hill near --- Browns, said road will be about miles in length.
 June P, 1876.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
NOTICE


 Is hereby given that there will be a Primary Election held at the several voting precincts of said county, OH E TUESDAY Sth of AUGUST. 1876, for the purpose of putting in nomi- nation a Demobratic County Ticket, to go before the people at the elect ion to be held on the lth day oi September, 1876.
 And for the purpose Of holding said election, the Democratic Cen tral Committee of Pope County, Ark, have this day appointed the I following named persons to act as l judges of said election, viz: Independence township, p,--Martin Hensley, Enoch Bell, !. f. Pack. | Alllen--Wm Newton, James E. FelkinS, z. Trenthain. 2 1 North Fork---G. ". Sherman, A. C. Winters, NJ. M. Mumtord. Hickey---John K. Hickey, J. w. Russell, J. B. Sullivan. Liberty---A. J. Roberts, M. II. Johnson, Jas. Burns.
 Griilin---L. D. Ford, Josephus Poe, John NEGROES.
 Moreland---W. 5. Bowdcn, Hen- l derson Virden, J. w. Sugg.
 Dover---Alex Bringle, j. C. Bond, Jas. A. J;.nison.
 Martin---R. II. Tate. Robt. T. Rye l.. W. Dickey.
 Clarke---W. \. Baker, A.A. .Craine Jas. A. Rachcli.
 1 ulinois---James NJ. Henry, Wm. l NJ. Oates, J. w. Tucker.
 l Wilson---N. W. Cooper, James r. l Darr, Charles Lewis.
 I Galla Roclx---A. Nj. Gibson, w. l. Pollock, George Byerly.
 l Gum Log---C. Davis, T. 5. Ed 1 wards, Staten Turner.
 In the event that any of the above named persons should fail to appear ill due time, or decline to serve, thf members of the Democratic party present at the precinct, will elect from among their number, judges to serve in their places. The judges will appoint the clerks necessary tc
 hold the election. Said judges and clerks will be sworn ill by some or
 ficer authorized to administer oaths
 as in legal elections, and they will ! hold and conduct said Primary Flee
 tion In the same manner as lega
 elections are held, and make returns of the same, promptly to the Demo
 cratic Central Committee of Pope
 county, Ut Dover, Ark.
 For their guidance as to who vii be permitted to vote in said election
 the judges are referred to the las
 clause of the resolution adopted bl
 the County Convention above men
 toned, which reads as follows:
 'sSaid Primary Election being fol
 purpose of organizing the Democrat
 ic party and to make nominations therefrom, it is not expected tlia any except Democrats will partici pate therein"
 The Central Committee, here cx
 press the desire, and indulge tht , hope, that every man in the county who feels interested in the success; f of the party, will bear in mind tht
 importance of |; general turnout anc
 q large vote at the primary election
 Not only that the choice of tn, [ whole democratic party may b' placed upon our county ticket, bu that the endorsement of the primary election by the party and their de termination to support the noni nees thus made, may be so decisive
 ly expressed that there will be nc encouragement for bolters or inde
 pendents. Adopted June p, 1876. B. F. BAYLIss, Chairman,
 J. B. HARDEN, Secretary.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
James Potts, Secretary.
PRAIRIE GRoyE. June 26, 1876.

PRAIRIE GROVE, June 26, 1876. A. meeting of the various committees on arrangements for the 4th of July picnic, the follow ing proceedings were had. On motion c. E. Paddock was chosen chairman, and NJ. II. Baird secretary. The roll being called there was present. committees as follows:
 Prairie Grove Sabbath School. Mount Zion Sabbath School. Russcllvillc Sabbath School. Cove Sabbath School.
 l. o. of c. T.
 Patrons of Husbandry. On motion the following pro gramme was adopted:
 Prayer by Chaplain. Welcome Song by F. G. s. s. Reading Declaration of Independ- ence, by member of F. of II.
 National Song, by all. Speech by NJ. II. Baird, F. G. s. s Song by Russellyillc $. s. Speech by R. J. Wilson, of R. S. $ Song by Mount Zion s. $.
 Speech by Cove s. s.
 Song by Cove s. S. Speech by c. ". Harkey, from
 the Changers.
 Song-''Hold On" by all.
 DINNER.
 Song by Good Templars. Speech by Good Templars. Speech by A F. X A M'.' On motion NJ. H. Baird was chosen Grand Marshal for the day.
 On motion no political speaking will be allowed on this occasion. On motion copy of these pro ceedings was ordered to be furn ished the Russellville DEMOCRAT with a request to publish the same. c. B. PADDOCK, Chm. NJ. H. Baird, Sec.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

Daily Arkansas Gazette: We mentioned a few days ago that the payment of the $250,0o0 bor- rowed by the finance board had been commenced. We have the satisfaction of announcing that the payment was completed yes terday. The weak faithed gen tlemen who made so much fuss about the hvpothecation of the bonds, and predicted the repeti- ton of the Holford bond transac- tien, can now rest in peace. The state has been run one year on a cash basis, without issuing scrip at the rate of four for one, and, as we recently said, within the mar gin of $250,00, interest and prin- cipal. Hurrah for the finance boardl
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

Taken up by the undersigned, a citizen of Hickey township, Pope county, Arkansas, on the 10th of June l67G, one iron-gray mare four years old, collar marks on each shoulder, about I4l hands high, and appraised to the sum of $65. June l9, 1876. Thos. $. Simms.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

A Republican newspaper wants the Democrats ito propose some thing for the benefit of trade" " Correct. Let us propose good crops and Democratic Admins tration.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29
 "SPIIsIT OF ARKANSAS" 1"

Is the largest Agricultural paper in the State. Is published weekly at Little Rock, Ark, at $2 per an- num in advance. Nc will send the DEMOCRAT and 'sSpiftt-Qf Arkansas" one year post age free, Nfar S2.75. Send in your names.
The Russellville Democrat., 1876-06-29

A Lancaster hen has won noto- riety by laying an--egg which 'cioscfy resembles pear in shnra~ But this is not as remarkable as if the fowl had laid pear closely resembling an egg in it's shape.