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The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
The Gazette Changed Hands.

Last Wednesdays Gazette astonish
ed every one by the announcement that
Adams Il Blocher had disposed of the
Gazette, and retired from the newspaper
business. Within the cycle of nearly
forty years newspaper business, we do
not remember such an interrupted tor
rent of abuse, rs that which has been
poured on the head Of Maj. John D..
Adams. Every movement in any and
every direction, has been imputed to i'm.
proper motives. Nothing did he sug-
gest but was charged, by lot of office
seeking malcontonts, with being u
scheme to swindle some one. lie says
that the neutrality-suspicious. attacks
that have been made on his character,
since his connection with the Gazette,
has given him rabid distaste tor the
newspaper business, and has had large
Influence upon his action in the matter.
We have always looked upon Maj. Ad-
ans as gentleman highly worthy Of
the esteem and confidence of our people,
and we are SO well satisfied of this fact,
that we feel safe in saying that the abuse
OF him by these miserable political sore
heads will prove as Intellectual as the
infants breath against tho o.N--i '''-'''
wind. Elevated, by predominant no
hleness of mind as hiah "h~--~ abe ti"-
auctions of his malicious maligners, as
the heavens are above the earth, he has
no reason to fear the poisonous barbs Of
their slanderous arrows, for they waste
their force before they reach him. To
day, spite of all the mean cunning he
stands higher before the people than his
unscrupulously -truth-dcviating enemies.
We regret to learn of his retirement
from the Gazette, and hope that in the
more peaceful walks of private life he
will find rest from those shafts of hate
that have sped at him from the bows Of
his enemies, ever since the commence
ment of his connection with that paper.
Maj. Vim. D. Blocher, one of the best
newspaper business men in the State,
and the junior partner of the firm, also
rotircs. During his connection with the
paper, as its business manager, he has
constituted it one of the best papers in
the country. We wish him a pleasure.
Bile future in the active work which may
stretch out before him.
The editorial craft of the State are
also to lose one Of its most eminent wri-
ters and members, in the person of Pro
lessor Mitchell, whose editorial connec
ton with the Gazette expires with the
change of owners. We regret the re-
trcment of tho gentleman from our
ranks, and trust it is only for short,
but wish him n happy future in whatev-
err life.pursuit may be his choice.
TO the new editor and publisher, we
extcnd hearty welcome. Mr.. Sewer is
a new man to newspaperdom. Colonel
Dick is an old hand at the bellows"
and too well known through the length
and breadth of "A rlSansas to Mood an IN
PRODUCTION to any one, and his name isa
guarantee that the Gazette, rs heretofore,
will be an honor to the Democracy and
State. Again, gentlemen, hearty wei
come.
Since the above was in type, Maj.
T. c.. Peek has been added to the editori-
al corps of the Gazette. The Major is
brilliant writer, and we'll posted in the
politics of Arkansas.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Eg- st. Agnes Academy on Vance
street, Memphis, was destroyed by fire,
on the morning of the 10Th, together
with its valuable library and all the cloth
ing of the pupils and large portion of the
furniture. The building, library and fur
niture were insured in the Planters, of
Memphis, for $4,000 was reinsured in
the Anthems companies, which will fully
cover the loss. There were forty-five
boarders in the school, and all lost their
wearing apparel.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Mrs. Anna Barbara Koen, of Dayton,
Ohio, with several others, arrived in
Baltimore on the 10th and took rooms
at the Park Hotel, intending to sail on
the steamship Gen. Werden for Bremen
next day. On the morning Mrs. koen
was found dead in bed, having been suf
located with the gas, which had been
blown out instead of being turned off.
Nearly $4,000 was found on the person
of the deceased.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

nE The Moffet whiskey register law,
which was passed at the late session OF
the Louisiana Legislature, has gone into
operation. The bill places quarter OF
a cent tax on every drink, and it is
thought will yield n revenue of $4,000
annually. The liquor dealers are vio-
lently opposed to the law, and have al
ready formed an assertion to test It's
constitutionality.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Ey- The Greenback State Central
Committee have decided on holding Il
State Convention for the nomination of
a State Ticket, and Saturday, June 18th,
is the day designated. The committee
decided to allow one delegate to every
greonback labor-club of fifty members
or less, and one for every additional fifty
or fraction thereof
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Ag Geo. Russ Brown is following On
in the wake of the gubernatorial candi-
dates, as correspondent Of Little Rock
Democrat. Russ has the faculty Of ri-
ting more, and saying less than any one
we know of.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Ozark Democrat.-From all we can
learn, Col. w. d. Jacoway's prospects
are looming up in this county. So let it
be, we feel confident he will make good
Judge.
Let him "loom," the District will not
do better than to elect Col. Jacoway.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
For Circuit Judge.

We are authorized to announce Hon. JOHN
II. ROGERS, of Sebastian, as candidate for
reelection to the office of Circuit Judge of
the 18th Judicial Circuit subject to the ae
ton of democratic convention, should one
be held
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
Eg-The Ozark Democrat of TIL

EgThe Ozark Democrat of Thurs
day, says: Judge David Walker, who
has been sick at his sons Mr.. Ned Walk
or, near Ozark, for the last two months,
left last Sunday, by private conveyance,
accompanied by Mossrs White and J. d.
Walker and DR.. Pollard, for Fayctto-
vile, his home.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce Hon.
JORDAN Il. CRAVENS, as candidate for
reelection to Congress, from this the Third
Congressional District of Arkansas, subject
to the action of the Democratic Congression-
nj Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

The Fort Smith Herald says with
its usual native meanncss We notice
the following in the Gazette of the 10Th
4" Mr.. j. n. Smithee was out yesterday
evening. Maj. John d. Adams left yes.
terday evening, for Memphis Is this
not rather suggestive?
Suggestive of what +? That Maj. Ad-
ans left town for fear of Col Smithee,
who was able to be out Such an init
nation can only come from a snarling,
bacllbiting cur, especially when it is gene
rally known that the difficulty between
the two has been amicably arranged by
friends. Lot "John Adams" be what
he may, in other respects, be is ackaoul.
edged, on all hands to be a gallant gen
tleman, and so conducted himself in the
unfortunate affair with Col. Smithce.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce Mr.. HEN
RY SHELLEY as candidate for the nomin-
alton of the Democratic County Convention
for seat in the Legislature of the State from
Crawford county, sabject, of course, to its
action.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Saline County Digest says: "The Hon.
Thos. Essex is favorably spoken Of for
State senator from Pulaski county. His
largo experience, from having served
seven winters in the Missouri Legislature,
together with his ability and the oxcell-
ence of the gentleman, would make him
most valuable acquisition to that body.
Or, to put it bluntly, Tom. Essex is one
of Gods best creatures" That is the
impression made where ever he is
known. Pulaski could not do better.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
ANNOUN GEM NTS.

The rule adopted by all the papers of the
state. charging 10 cents a line for all notices
and communications, advancing the claims
of candidates, seems to us just and reasonable
and we fall into the ranks. Our paper is open
to all aspirants at Zoe. per line in advance.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Esr Joseph Finn is getting the lum-
Der to build a storehouse at Evansville,
and Prof. +. f. Gooding, the excellent
teacher, is still in charge of the Acad-
nmr
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Va The UffuaheIIe Arkanslan says !:
=" George S. Cunningham returned from
trip up in Riley Township, on Satm
day, greatly encouraged with his pros
poets for the Legislature" II all we learn
of George is true, he is just the man,
and Yell could not do better in the sslee-
ton of a member of the Legislature,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
State Treasurer.

WOODRUFF, Jr, of Pulaski county, a candi-
date for State Treasurer at the next general
election subject to the action of the Demo-
crotic State nominating convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Es- 1t is generally understood that the
difficulty between Maj. Adams and Col.
Smithee has been adjusted by mutual
friends. This is as it should be.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
PUBLIC SPEAKING.

The undersigned will meet the voters
of Crawford county, at the following
times and places, designated by the as
SCISSOR of the county, to present their
claims for the nomination for represeh'
tatiye in the General Assembly
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Rg~ Has our friend Fishbacll thrown
off the Fort Smith Independent, and
seized hold of the Little Rock Demo
crat? 1t looks like it.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
For Prosecuting Attorney.

we are authorized to announce JOHN s.
LITTLE for reelection to the Office of Pros
ecuting Attorney of this the 18th judicial cir
cult, subject to the action of a Democratic
convention should one be held
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
500 PREMIUM.

w. d. Slack, Land Commissioner, H..
r. & f. s. R'y, has just issued the follow
ing circular, which we publish for the
benefit of our farmer friends:
Tho Land Department Of The Little
Rock and Fort Smith Railway offer the
following premiums for products Of land
embraced within the limits of their land
lrl.a Mt
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
Beg COME and SEE US.
d 1 E D

MCGEE-At her home on the lith, at Van
Buren,, Mrs. MARY A., wife of the late Dr. j.
ID. McGee, aged G7 years
Scarcely has the mournful moaning of the
waves of sorrow. dashed into a tempest by the
death of an older sister, lost their sympathy
begetting walls, ere another member of the
family is numbered among the slnmbering-
dead. Mrs. McGee was a native of Virginia,
and came from that State to this (then ter
rtory) with her father and family, who were
amongst the earliest of the early pioneers to
this county. This was something over forty
Az Az B Bsa5s d aSG pif haS HIPS tia fHf
five years of that time her home has been at
the old family residence near Van Buren,,
Like most of those to whom the Great Being
lends length of years, trials and sorrows
mingled with the JOY Hastings of a checker
ed life; but she slipped, uncomplainingly OF
the commingled draught, finding the extreme
altitude of her life pleasure in constant CT
fort to promote the interest and prosperity of
those she loved, whose happiness and comfort
were the ultimatum of her desires Eulogis-
tic commentator, on our part, cannot add a
jot to the superior excellence of her charac-
ter. The unwastng- nobleneSs of her life
efforts is the trumpet that shall sound adown
the dim aisles of memories chambers, in the
yet-to-come, the Ginning melody of her
praises No more glowing heir loom could
have been holer inheritance to dear ones
left behind, than the purity of that moral
beauty which must be her memoIy-g gilt. An
earnest, true, good woman, devoted to the
good of others, she has gone where the weary
and the good are at rest,
The hearty sympathies of our entire peo-
pie are with the afflicted family.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce ROBERT
Il. NETTLES, as a candidate for the Legisla-
ture from Crawford county. subj to a nom
ination from a Democratic Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to present the name of
the Legislature, subject to a nomination at
teh hands Of county democratic conven-
ton.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce j. c. BET
TEN, ESQ, as a candidate for q seat in the
next Legislature, from Crawford county, sub
ject to nomination from the Democratic
Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

The Helena World says The friends
of Col John NJ. Harrel are quite anxious
that he should come cut for Congress in
fthe Third district in opposition to the
present incumbent, Hon J. L. Cravens.
Col. Harrell is gentleman of culture
and ability, and in the ranks of the par
ty, rs well as in other walks, has given
unmis'akabie evidence of great merit.
We like the Colonel frst-rate and
would not object to see him in Congress,
but don't think it advisable for him to
attempt the trip ut this time. 1t is evil
IDENTIFY the wish of the Democracy ofthe
District that Col Cravens be returned
for another term.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce JOHN S.
BRODlE. as candidate for Sheriff of Craw-
ford County. at the September election. sub
ject to nomination by the Democratic
County Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
ounce JOSEPH

We are authorized to announce JOSEPH
W. MArLOCk. of Jasper township. ms a can
didate for Sheriff at the coming election sub
ject to nomination at the hands of demo-
cratic County Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
For County Judge.

We are authorized to announce MOSES
<. LEMLY, Esq., for the Office of County
Judge of Crawford county, subject to nom
:nation from the Democratic County Conven-
tioa If one is held
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Es- Calhoun county instructed as fol-
lows: Miller, Churchill, Beavers, Craw-
ford, Compton, Witt, Galloway, Jones,
Carroll, Hill, and ]. X. Jones, for Con-
nrnss
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

| hereby announce myself as a Candidate
for Sheriff of Crawford County, Ark, sbu-
jeet to the action of the County Democratic
Convention.
Respectfully,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
County Clerk.

we are authorized to announce T.. C.
SOUTHMAID as a candidate for County
Clerk, at the next election, subject to the ac-
ton of the Democratic County Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
By the Governor,
B B. BEAVERS. Secretary of State.
$500 REWARD.
Proclamation by the Governor.

WHEREAS, 1t has come to the knowledge of the
Executive that Jack Jones is charged with the muir
der OF Peter X Beam, in the county Of Scott in this
State, and that the said Jack Jones is now at large
THEREru.g, |, W. Il. Miller. Governor of the state
OF Arkansas, by virtue Of the authority as vested in
me by the Constitution and laws Of said State, do
hereby Afcr reward Of
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

We are authorized to announce, TH0M-
AS NJ. MCGEE, as a candidate for Sheriff
of traw ford Comfy, subject to a nomination
At the hands OF Democratic County Conyen-
ton.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

EF AT the last election in Ohio, Bish-
OPP, the Democratic candidate for COVER
nor carried fourteen of the twenty con-
gressional districts.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
For Sheriff.

We are authorized to Announce THOMAS
w. DAVIS for the Office of Sheriff of Craw-
ford County, subject to nomination by the
Democratic County Convention.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
To tie Voters Of Crawford County .

70 the poters Of Crawford County:
Without solicitation. hereby announce
myself an INDEPENDENT candidate for the
ONCE OF She fifi. subject to the will of the
people. 70 be expressed at the ballot box, at
the election In September next. AS this is
no political office. wish TO submit my claims
shelly upon merits. qualifications and fitness
for the position. If you judge me tit and
qualified shall expect your votes.
w. l.. TAYLOR.
Van burcn. Ark April ~, ISIS.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

EE- The Little Rock Globe hoists the
name of honest Tom. Fletcher for gov
ernor.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

~ Gen. Joseph Johnston has no OPP
pspss in his Congressional race in Yir-
81 ~
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
To THE PEopLg OF THE STATE OF AMMAN

To TIE Poorly OF THE STATE OF ANN-s
We take p ma ;..--,.,rrs mat Rev.
Jas. L. dais 1o5finontfy qualified for
the office of SupERINTENpENr OF PUBLIC
INSTRUCTION. We give him our hearty
endorsement, and assure the people OF
the State that they cannot entrust the
duties and responsibilities of the posit-
ion to more faithful or competent hands,
He is Il Jealous and active friend of all
wise Educational enterprises, and no one
watches every evidence Of the intellect
ual progress aAs elevation Of our people
with deeper soGcitude. Every vote east
for him will be gratefully received and
worthily bestowed, and we would COM
mend his claims to the consideration of
the people throughout the State, before
holding their County Conventions.
r. B. HANLy, Del. S. G.
L. II. MANGuM, Del. S. c.
VIM. r. BURKE,
J. c. TAPPAN.
JNo. ]. lIoRNoR,
W. Z. MOORE,
SAs. NJ. HANKS.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Ozark Democrat.-Uncle Billy Maxey,
died at his home near Pleasant Hill, in
this county, on the 9th inst. Some time
ago, he was riding ina buggy, the buggy
up set, injuriug him which finally caused
his death. He had attained the ripe old
age Of 50 years. For long years he has
been a citizen of Franklin and was high
~ esteemed by those who knew him.
We extend our sympathies to the be-
rcaved friends and relations.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Es- An attempt has heen made to as
sassinate the Emperor of Germany.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

Ep Glad to see the Jacksonport Her
aid on our table again.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21
~ IWW VWT VTTIWTt
b. B. BEAVERS, Secretary of state.

JACK JONES is about IS years Old : feet. Q or 10
inches high sauare-hHilt full face; generally clean
shuFed lIght-n2ir, blue eyes aud light complexion;
wall weigh $50 or l!n pounds; when sober Is very
quiet; but when drinking il fond Of singing aud la.
clear, strong voice His fay0rite song when he is
drunk is . Sallie is the Gal Tor Me- 4 hard and
long laughter, when drinking
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-05-21

st9~ Baxter County lnstructs as follows:
Governor, Miller; Secretary of State,
Frolich; Auditor, Crump; Land Com
missioner, Baxter; Treasurer, Churchill
Supreme Judge, Williams Chancery
Clerk, Galloway; Superintendent of Pub
lie Instruction, Hill.
ES- Lonoke County instructs for
Governor, first choice, Hughes; second
choice, Fletcher. For Secretary Estate.
first choice, Beavers Second choice,
Frolich. For Treasurer, Churchill II
is generally supposed that Col. Cause will
be the choice OF the county for Congress,
but it is hard 10 say.
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for the arrest and delivery of the said Jack Jones
to the Sheriff of Scott county.
In testimony whereof | have hcrcunto set
- my hand, and caused the Seal of the State
rs. To be affixed, at Little Rock, on this the
- 18th day Of April, 1873.
W, r. MILLER.
BY the Governor,
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$500 REWARD.
Proclamation by the Governor.

IrOclanlatl0h by the Governor.
WHEREAS. II has come to the knowledge of the
Executive that Lorenzo Dow Gilhreath is charged
with the murder of j. Hazard Nichols, and with
being accessory to the murder of Case Hart, in the
county Of Scott, in this State; and that the said lo-
renzo Dow Gilbreath is now at large:
THsRsFons, /, W. r. Miller, Governor of tho
State of Arkansas, by virtue of the authority
ted in by the Constitution and laws of said State,
do hereby offer reward Of
Two HUNDRED DOLLARS
for the arrest and delivery of the said Lorenzo Dow
Gibreath to the sheriff of Scott county.
In testimony whereof have hereupto set
- my band, and caused the seal OF the state
fL.s. to be affixed, at Little Rock, ON this the
49, 18th day Of April, 1873,
W. Il. MILLER.
BY the Governor,
b b. BEAVERS, Secretary of State.
LORENZO DOW GILBREATH is about 50 years OF
age, feet. or 0inches high, square built. little
inclined to be round or stoop-shoudered, and some
what corpulent light horid mplexon, blue eyes
light auburn hair, whiskers gray; generally wears
whlskers all over his face and keeps them croppea
with shears will weigh IT'S or $50 pounds
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ANNOUNCEMENT FEES !:

State Officers. Congress, ETC., $50 90.
District Offices. 10 90.
County Offices, 5 90