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The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
A DISTRICT FAIR.

We observe that the question of organizing district fairs is being dis cussed in different portions of the state. The plan is to secure the CO., Operation of two or three counties and have an inter-county or district fair in which the citizens of each county will participate. The idea is good one and the plan feasible. We suggest that Pope and Yell counties join hands in an en terprise of this kind and organize an association with headquarters either at Russellville or Dardanelle. The rivalry between the two counties will incite sufficient competition to make the exhibition exceedingly in teresting. Let us hear from our brethren across the river on this subject.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

The act admitting Texas to the Union provides that "new States of convenient size, not exceeding four in number, in addition to said State of Texas, and having sufficient pop ulation, may hereafter, by consent of said State, be formed out of the territory thereof, which shall be en- titled to admission under the provis- ions of the Federal Constitution. :" As . part of new Mexico has since been sold to the United States by Texas for $1O,000, 900, ftis held that those additional States may be form ed under the original act. A move ment is said to be on foot for the ac- complishment of this division. It IS likely to lead to 8 great deal of dIs- cussion, and will be opposed by those who object to the increase of Southern power in congress.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
THE PRESIDENTS MESSAGE

The Presidents message transmit ted to Congress last Monday is in some respects the most remarkable document of the kind that has ever emanated from the Chef Ruler of this country, and will provoke abun- dant criticism from all quarters. The Presidents hypocritical cant about civil service reform and the recommendation of an act creating the office of Captain-General of the Army for the benefit of Gen. Grant, are characteristic features of the ex- traordinary paper. The message Is very lengthy, but synopsis of it will be given next week.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

-Donn Piatt writes General Garfield an open, letter, in which he tells the Presidens elect "that he is not only no politician, but that he is hated by the politicians, and that history never has, and proba- ply never will, put to record such an infamy as that upon which he was elected. We have among us certain persons who are bent on changing the form ot our self-gov- ernment. They seek to make the Presidency life tenure, and under the name of stronger government escape the return of power to the people. You know the man who is to serve their purposee in the Urea sonable scheme. They bank upon his military record and supposed popularity" It should be under stood that Piatt is a republican and is warning Garfield against the ne- farious schemes of the Republicans. But General Garfield could no more withstand the bombardment of Conkling, Cameron ct al. than a crows nest could withstand the shot and shell of the British navy.-In- dianapolis Sentinel.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

The Missouri, Kansas and Tex as railway has been consolidated with the Missouri Pacific road, and will hereafter be known as the Kan sas division of the Missouri Pacific railway. This vast consolidation of the railway interests of the country is fraught with great evils, and some legislation must he had looking to the protection of the people from the encroachments of these gigantic mo nopolles. In their apparently re- sistless power, they threaten to swal- low up all opposition, even to the abrogating of state lines and written constitution. = Gazette.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
GARFIELD ELECTED.

The electoral colleges in the scv- eral states met yesterday and cast the votes of the respective states for president and vice president. The most of the votes were for Gen. Gar field for president, and Gen. Arthur for vice president. This elects the republican candidates. All that remains to be done IS for congress to promuIgate the result of the votes, when Gen. Garfield will be declared the legally elected president and will enter upon the duties as such after the 4th of March next.
 In the electoral college of Arkan- sas there were two absentees-Col. Dan w. Jones, of Hemstead, and Col. J. L. Abernathy, of Sharp coun ty--the former by reason of sick ness, and the latter by reason of pressing business home; were una ble Q be present Col. J. N. Smithee, the chairman of the Democratic state central committee was elected by the college to carry the certificate of the vote cast by the electors to Washington, and there deliver it to the vice president of the United States.
 It is hardly necessary for us to add that if the vote of New York had been cast for Gen. Hancock the re suit of the election would be differ ent from what we now report. With New York's vose, democratic presi- dent would be installed next March, as it is, we will have Gen. Garfield. It is to be hoped that he will make president of whom the whole peo- pie may be ud.-Gazette, Dec. 2.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

The midnight plunge, the lover's xsns ,sap a braSgh nto shorten life! And yet thousands of timely graves by refusing to cure them selves of those terribly troublesome female complaints that affiict SO many. All suffering females, old or young, can be cured by the use of Dr. Drom- goole's English Female Bitters.
 A female who is troubled with cold feet and hands, pain in the side and back, palpitation of the heart, monthly suppression or excesses, will find a prompt and reliable cure in the use of English Female Bitters. As female regulator, it acts like charm. Long standing cases are cured at once.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

The supreme court of the Uni ted States has decided, that when q charter of a railroad fixes the freight rates, that state legislatures cannot interfere; but when the char. ter is silent that the rates can be controlled by the legislature. So the long contested point has been set tied, and oui legislature should pre- vent the discrimination that has been practiced in this state by pass ing an equitable law to govern the railroads. s.--Dss Arc Appeal.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
OUR STATE DEBT.

Senator Garlard has written . let ter to friend at Helena in which he discusses at length the question of our states indebtedness, and sug- gests plan for the equitable settle ment of this vexcd question. Below VIC submit the plan as suggested by Senator Garland:
 "A commission of five persons be
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
The State of Arkansas is di

The State of Arkansas is diyi- ded into 73 counties. Benton, Clark, Columbia, Hampstead, Independence Lee, Lonoke, Phillips, Sebastian, and Union counties send two repre- rentativss oach to the legislature. Jefferson, OuachIta and Washington send three each, and Pulaski four. Each of the remaining counties send one, except Lafayette and Miller. There is but one representative al lowed these two counties.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

An effort will be made to induce the incoming legislature to enact g law regulating the practice of medi- cine in the state. Other states have such law and it is found beneficial. Such law will prevent imposition by worthless quacks, and protect those who have spent time and money in preparation for intelligent and skillful practice.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

Within the next ten years Ar kansas will rank first among the southern states. Her fertile lands and salubrious climate are attract ing thousands Of farmers, while her vast fields of coal and mineral are bringing that capital which always seeks investment where the greatest profit can be obtained. There is q grand field of operation for all kinds of enterprises in Arkansas. and men from abroad are fast finding it out. Fort Smith Independent.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

We are in favor of immigration, of the introduction of capital among us that will develop our resources and encourags-home industry-let it como from the north or elsewhere but we do not favor northern capital m the form of bogus bonds from which we never received any benefit. Fort Smith Independent.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
 Notice TOT Publication.
LAND OFFICE AT DARpAsrLLE, D AKx.,l

LAND OFFICE AT DARDANKLLK, ARK.,I
 November 8, 1880. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and and Receiver Of the U. s. land ofice at Darda- nelle, Ark, on the 18th of December, 1880. viz. :: John M. Brown, homestead application No. 9aS4, for the W h of N k 14 sec II, Tp. 22 W. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of, said land, viz;
 W c Ellicon, Malone, J Caldwell, and Joseph Morris, all of Berlin, Johnson Co.,, Ark.
 T. M. GIBSON. Register.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
PROGRAMME
Of the Pope County Teachers In- stitute, at Center Valley School House. Dec. 50
 31. 1880.

THURSDAY, DEC. 30. II o'clock a. m.: Opening exercises. Address of welcome, Rev. Zach. Keston.
 BASKET DINNER. l o'clock D. m. Orthography, by J. bailey, James Jones, T. Lamar. ? o'clock: Reading, by T. F. Mes Cane. ". K. Haiie, A. F. Bowden. 3 o'clock: Geography, by W. G. Bullock, w. M. Winn, c. G. Plane. o'clock: General business. Adjournment to o'clock. o'clock: Address, by county ex- aminer.
 Adjournment.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

-Wm. Casey, accessory to the murder of Burgess James, Tn Yell county, in 1879, was convicted ot murder in the first degree Tn the Franklin circuit court last week. Hollands trial is in progress this week. Helphrey, the real murderer, will be tried next.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
Speaking of elections, W. rope

Speaking of elections, we repeat what we have several times urged {; that both time and money could be saved by placing national and state elections on the same day. It will be good thlng for the people when they abolish these September and October elections, and have but one that of November There is mo- thing that would contribute more to the fairness, peace and good order, so necessary Tn our elections, than this much needed change. Let Ar kansas set the example. .-L. K. Dem
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
 Notice for Publication.
LAND OFFICE AT DARDASELLE, ARK,

LAND OFFICE AT DARDANELLE, ARK.,l
 November 9th, 1880. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice ef his intention to make final proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before the Register and Receiver of the U. $. land office at Darda- nelle, Arkansas, on the 18th of December. viz. Rufus Brown. No. 13737, for communication for the SW k of NE fri 4. NWk of SEE fri A and NE I of sE fri 4 sec 3 Tp7N R21 ".
 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of said land, viz.
 James Nj. White. Calvin R. Shinn, Andrew J. Petray, and L. J. Petray, all of London. Pope Co. Ark. T. Nj. GIBSOy. Register.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
 Proclamation of Election.

Notice is hereby given that an elec- tion will be held Tn the town of Rus sellville, Ark, on thc 18th day of Dec, 1880, to elect two school directors for Russellville school district No. to serve three years, vice s. A. Bradley and R. c. Bonds, terms of office ex- pirsd. The judges of the last general election will act as judges of this elee- tion. Dec. 4, 1880. 5. N. EVANS,
 Attest: Mayor.
 B. F. JoBE, Recorder.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
FRIDAY DEG. 31.

FRIDAY DEC. 31. g o'clock .. m.: Opening exercises. English grammar, by J. N. Bowden, R. M. Oates, F. w. Thompson. 10 o'clock: Penmanship, by Mrs. Jamie Thach. l.. L. Journey, Miss Myra Swain.
 II o'cl ock: United States history by Prof. J. Barr, D. c. Pless, W. F. Mont gomery.
 BASKET DINNER. o'clock. Mental arithmetic, by Nj, H. Baird, J. N. Oates, Henry Rushing. 2 o'clock: Practical arithmetic, by A. NJ. Gibson, A. D. James, E. B. Bayliss.
 3 3o'clock: Unfinished business, res olutions, &c.
 Adjournment.
 Nj. H. BAIRD, Committee.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

General William B, Hagen was on the 9th inst. appointed chief sig nal officer of the army. This ap- continent promotes General Me. Cook, of General Sherman's staff, to the celonelcy of the Sixth infantry.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
Notice for Publication.

December, 6. 1880. Notice Is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim be- fore the Register and Receiver of the U. S. Land Office 1t Dardanelle, Ark, on Friday, 31 December. 1880, viz.:
 Andrew ]. Duvall. Homestead application No 94f6 for the nts sex and s1z ncl4 2S. 19 ". He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of said land. viz:
 Gus Morphis, James I. Scott. Cyrus McAnaly and Joseph Scott, all of Russellyiile, Pope Co.,, Ark.
 Jan. TIM. GIBSON. Register.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

At the recent election Kansas adopted by very large majority, an amendment to her constitution, which prevents both the manufac- ture and sale of intoxicating liquors within her limits.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
aVssgliYIllE CHAIR YAt!ssy,
J. $. CHURCH, PROPRIETOR.

The attention of the public Is cailest to the fact we have got our chair factory in running order and prepared to manufacture for the trade Parlor. Dining Room, Kitchen and Childrens's Chairs which we intend 70 sell IS reasonable ns other parties in the same busi- ness. Our chairs are good and strong. as we nsc nothing but good material For bottoms we will not use shaving splits. ...
 Give ms . call before you buy and we will treat you right. J. 5, gH hCh,
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

Mir. Garfield maintains sphinx like silence in regard to the compo sition of his cabinet. Several pro fessional politicians are feeling un comfortable in consequence.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
MpllIcE

Is hereby given that the firm of Grife & Costen is this day dissolved, Griffe having bought out Costen's half inter est. All persons indebted to the old firm will please come forward and make settlement. F. Griffe will ass sume all liabilities and still remain In business at the old stand.
 Kussellville, Nov. 30, 1880. l2w.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
Notice
U.sLAxp OFFICE. DARpAEELL

US LAND OFFICE, DARDAEELLE. ARK..l
 November 29, 1SSO. Complaint having been entered at this office by James A. Wyatt against John Horton for abandoning his homestead entry No. 13.1S5, dated June 8, 1878, upon the K 5s of the k k section 3l, township north range 2l west in Pope county, Arkansas. with view to the cancellation of said entry: the said parties arc hereby summoned to appea' at this office on the 9th day of January. 1881. at o'clock p. n., to respond and furnish testimony concerning said alleged abandonnent.
 T. Nj. GIBSON, Register.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
-Tbe New England manufactr

The New England manufactu- rers are discharging their employees by the score. The abundance of work and the plentitude of money pictured to them in the event of Gar fields election, fell short of realiza- ton. They are now sadder and wis CT men.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
The state press is censiderabl

The state press is considerably agitated over the officers and clerks of the next legislature. We have no private axes to grind, and have no recommendations to make except that men of undoubted fitness for the respective positions be selected.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

.--Foe SALE AT I3ARoAIS: The pndersign- ed offers Tor sale the following property sifutt- ed m Eusyeilviile: A good house with ave rooms aud splentlid well Of water which never goes dry: six lots with picket fence around them ThB propcrtY Is about quarter or q m iir so,1th of tbc tfcpot o. ROGERS,
 London. Arkansas.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
VI. B. TIlayer,

The name of the above gentleman sounds familiar to all of our readers, because he has always been liberal patron and has always met their de- manss in the Jewelry line to their full from the eastern markets, where he purchased large and complete stock he invites your special attention. A special attention. A full force of skill ed workingmen are ready at all times to make repairs. Even if you don't want anything, you can spend awhile pleasantlp and agreesbly at Thayer's. Don't forget to call on him.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
Congress convened Monda

Congress convened Monday with a quorum in both branches. The time of the Senate was consumed in listening to the reading of the Pres ident's message. In the House a few unimportant bills were amour ced.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
Notice.

Notice is hereby given that on the 3d day Of the Poor House and Panpers of Pope County will be lot out to the lowest bidder therefor, for the term of twelve months Dec. 4. 1880.
 E. c. BRADLEY. County Juklge.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

The beautiful crimson blush, the bright sparkling eye, clear intellect --are so often wanting among our most lovely females, and why? Because they are suffering from some peculiar lingering female complaint. A sure, safe and effectual remedy, is English Female Bitters.
 A chill cannot resis. Days Ague Tonic. It makes positive cures in every instance. No quinine, no arscnic, no strychnlne, no roaring in the head.
 Prickly Ash Bittcrs contain all the virtues of Prickly Ash bark and ber- ries. also buchn, Juniper, tamarac, and other efficient diurtics. They are used with great success in the treatment of all diseases of the kidneys and bladder
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
WIth Supplement-.

The National law makers are in session.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09
WARNING ORDER.

IN JUSTICES COURT, HOLLY BEND l Township, Pope County, Arkansas: C. c Guiton, Plaintiff,
 vs. Warning Order. Jerry Fair, Defendant.
 The defendant Jerry Fair, Is warned tn ap- pear in this conrt in thirty days to answer the complaint % the plaintiff, C.. c Gnitnp.
 Nov. ., lSe0. W. u E-.sf.S. J. f'.
The Russellville Democrat., 1880-12-09

efT- " i'll visit all the towns on the l.. R. X E. Railway from Van Buren to Plummerville.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1880-04-28
pose his veto

IT IS reported that the appropriation OF
$4,000, made for the purpose of the so
called exodus investigation, has been ex-
hausted, and that there are several thous-
and dollars more of outstanding unsatis-
fed claims, the majority of them being
for witness fees. Voorhees,, the chair
man of the committee, and whose pet
scheme this enquiry is, continued to sub
pmna witnesses notwithstanding the eX-
haustion of the appropriation. If there
were not a democratic majority in the
senate, his action would LEAD him into
great trouble, as there is a aw which
prohibits officers of the government from
mourning expenses for which here is no
appropriation. Some time ago Voorhees,
was reported as sick and dsgusted''
with the whole thing 1t is lot likely
that he will be pleased with this new
phase of the matter.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1880-04-28
KELLEY AND TILDEN.

The platform of the Tammany conven-
tlon held last week at Syracuse is vigor-
GUS document, and does not mince matters
at all so far as Mr.. Tilden is concerned
The following is an extract, and is.well
worth reading as an expression of the love
John Kelly and his crowd bear towards
the sage of Gramercy Park:
We protest against his [Tildensl nomination
because his record is not clear; because his poll
teal career has been marked with selfshness,
treachery, and dishonor; because he has lost the
respect, confidence, and friendship of many of
the best men in the party, to whom it looks for
guidance; because he has damaged the demo-
cracy more than any other in the country;
because his name is irretrievably connected with
attempts to bride electors and the scandals
brought to light by the cypher dispatches because
hundreds of thousands of democrats cannot con-
cientiously vote for him, and his nomination
would sound the knell of democratic defeat.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1880-04-28
THE CASE of the West Point CADETS I'M

THE CASE of the West Point CADETS I'M
der examination with referenc, to the
outrage upon Whitaker, the colored
cadet, is not helped any in the public es-
timation by the course of Genenl Soho
field and the military court. The at
tempt to browbeat Hon. Martin |. Town
send assistant counsel in court he in
discreet general order issued by General
Schofeld generating the cadets from all
completely in the crime without awaiting
the result of the investigation, and the
whole tone and bearing of the offers
and cadets deepen the impression npn
the public mind that affairs at West
Point need overhauling and will be vGy
apt to get it.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1880-04-28
THE ARMY appropriation bill whic

THE ARMY appropriation bill which
had previously passed the house has been
concurred in by the senate and now
awaits the presidents signature, which
we hope it will not receive The objec-
tionable feature in the law as it stands is
the provision in the shape of a order, "
which forbids the employment of United
States troops as police for the suppress
sion of violence on the election days.
The odious clause which the democrats
cling to as the sheet anchor of their pre-
sidential hopes was thus aptly and accur-
ately characterized by Mr.. Conkling:
Here is provision based on an idea and in
tended to enforce it, that although on 364 other
days, including Sundays, holidays and sacred
days. it is lawful for the United States to execute
its laws, to maintain order for that purpose, to
cope with an actual resistance for that purpose;
yet, on a national election day. on that day when
all the people assemble to record themselves in
order that fresh illustration may be given of
the cardinal principal that the majority shall
| rule-on that day the occasion may become a
prey to riot disorder, fraud, defiance; and yet,
because of provision written in the statutes by
the democratic majority il the two houses OF
congress, the handEof national authority is help
less, paralzed, or tied, acquiesence being given
to the intended meaning of this enactment.
There was not so much as an attempt
to gainsay this OF in any way defend the
provision i'll question. The president
ought to veto it, No such attempt to
| override the constitution in the interest
of ku-kluxism ought to receive the sign
manual of the president. If he is true
to his own record, he will certainly inter
pose his veto.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1880-04-28

SAMUEL J. TILDEN, according to The
Chicago Times, may prove to be nation
al blessing after all. That paper says ::
There is reason to believe that MIR. Til
den has formeda deliberate and firm reso-
luton to confer great blessing upon his
country, before he takes permanent leave
of it, by efecting the annihilation of
what is left of the democratic party.
There is reason to believe that, If the
Lord should spare his life for few
months longer, he will fulfill that praise
worthy resolution"