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The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

THE DESCENDANTS of Logan, the great
Indian orator are now calmly discussing
before the House and Senate committees
the question of railroads or no railroads.
They do not crate, they discuss.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

AN ADLE-BoDIED, competent man, who
has graduated by driving an ox-team at
least five hundred miles, is wanted at this
office to make some remarks about the
weather. Apply between 0 p. m. and
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

The Egeni',g Dalhiess of this city heads its
notice of the trial in Judge SHELLS court of
the parties charged with giving STRAW
bonds" as "The trial of the star-route con-
spiratorsv
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

THE culogum passed by Judge Porter
upon ex-senator Conkling is one of the
finest that could be paid. The English
language was never used to better effect.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

If THE sAME remedy that was applied
to Col. Perry Carson, when he thought him.
self inspired could be applied in similar
cases, it would be of manifest advantage to
mankind and womankind.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
FREE ADVERTISING.

Advertisements under hchead of"Situations
Wantcdr and "Help Wanted piH hereafter
Be inserted in THE EVENING CRITIC three
times FREE. We inrite oiw friends wishing
situations or help 10 araH Themselves Of this
offer. Anssrcrs directed in care Of CR1TIo
0Gice ciu receive careful attention. business
advertisements three lines three times for 25 cts.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

SECRETARY FoLGER says the ten per
cent. n month men can no longer prey upon
the clerks in the Treasury.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

JUDGE PoRrER's closing speech in the
Guiteau trial fully sustains the reputation
heretofore enjoyed by that eminent lawyer.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

w ANTE;prTwo BOYS TO DELIVER IyIsIs
and numbers; First Ward boys prcfefred. Call q
Critic of1iccat o'clock i,t
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

wv ANTED--A GOOD, STEADY GIRL. TODO
w general housework; to right person good
home. Call at g05 New Hampshire avenue, near
Twenty-fourth street, be tween and the Avenue.
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

UTANTED-COPYING TO DO AT HOME
w by one who has had more than six years
experience; can write either fine coarse hand;
will work on very reasonable terms. Please ad-
dress Miss L., Critic office. i2i
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

NTANTED-A SETTLED WHITE WOMAN
w to sew and do light chamberwork; good
references required. Apply SCI Thirteenth street
northwest. i2t-3t
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
gzNTED---HELP.

wv ANTED--A GIRL FOR SMALL FAMILY
w TO do general heusework. must go home az
uiQht, Call Mt I73f Twelfth ST. n. W. t2S
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

VXyANTTD-PROTESTA GERMAN GIRL
wv as nurse; constant attendance is required
for which good wages and home will be given
Apply at Cutter House, No. 222 Third street north
west, top2 t.itN
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

wv ANTED--A GIRL TO COOK, WASH AND
w from references required. Apply at 1927 Co9.
lumha street. j2f
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
Personal.

4 ErTERs WRITTEN ON ANY suRJEOT,
Il i MS revised briefs drawn, collections made,
penslonF, attorney for land warrants and patents.
Epeeches and lectures prepai cd At shortest notice.
All business confdeltlal. Mis-. Nd. A. LACH1-
MAN, 6l3 18th street A. ". de1
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

"ANTED = A COOK, WASHER AND
w ironer; none but With reference need
ply. No, 7a0 Seventh street n. W. j2f
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
WARTED---SiTUATIONS.

w ANTEp-A SITUATION AS CAKE AND
W. bread baker. or pastry cook in hotel light 4
work and light pay. Apply at No. 1002 Penna.
ave. N. W. III
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

NOR EALE--A BEAUTIFUL RESIDENCE
II for a gentleman ofleisure, merchant or clerk
in any ofthe Governmental departments desiring TO
own rural home where property is yearly en-
c splendid road. Thisproperty is elevated on rich
rolling land, watered by springs and running
and surrounding country, and within less than one
mile from the Metropolitan Branch and Baltimore
4 Ohio railroad Improved by four dwellings
one beautiful mansion of II rooms, Exclusive OF
the basement) surrounded by choice fruits OF va
the mansion and in the house. For further infor-
nation apply to w. II. Main d Bros, st. Charles
Hotel, corner Third street and Pennsylvania ave.
nne northwest. ivl2u
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

WTANTED-BY A YOUTH OF EIGHTEEN,
w Il situation in an attorneys oiiice expert
ence Of two years at pat ent business; work prim-
AIRY object; good recommendation from last EN-
ton city. j2I
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

WTANTED SITUATION AS HOUSE
NJ, d., this Office, i,t
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

UTANTED-A MIDDLE-AGED LADY.
w would like position as house-keeeper for
gentleman; fully Understands household duties;
any position Of trust, can make herself very use
ful in small family; salary not much an OBJ
iect as pleasant home: good differences. Address
Mrs. H. Critic Office. jan2i
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

V,oR SALE OR EXCIIANGE-AT A GREAT
IL bargain, 800 acres, ten miles from Washing
ton city, with good dwelling of rooms; also four
tenant houses in splendid repair; abundance OF
fruits of all kinds; weil-watered and well-fenced;
would make very fine stock farm; will sell or
exchange for property In this city or Virginia,
suitable for SUMMER bOarders. VIM. ii. MAIN d
BROS. cor. PeDna. ave. and Sd sts oc22
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

I VANHoE STOCK WILL BE TAKEN IN
4 part payment for good Real Estate
B H. WARMER,
i25-3t 9lG II st. n. ".
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

VXTANTED-- EMBROIDERY ON LADIES'
w or chirden's suits in silk. flannel or velvet,
also stockings infants cloaks shaws or blankets,
sacques and leggins knit terms moderate. Mrs.
HenrX. l7ah Eighth 4. Il. i23
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

T,OR SSLE-AN ELEVATED OVEN EN-
II pre range, cheap; it is suitable for small or
large family In good condition can be seen now
in use; have purchased new one, but much
larger. At Alderney Dairy Depot, 4l4 Third street
N w
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

XXyANTED-c coPYI NG TO DO AT HOME
wv can write either fine or coarse hand. Ad
dress NJ Niss l.. Critic Office, Y
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

WANTED--BY A YOUNGLADY. COPYING
w do at three dollars per week. Address
j. p. Crilic Office. I'll
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

ICOR SALE.-ONE SQUARE PIANO OF
IL standard make; rich mahogany case and in
perfect order musically; will be sold for s75 ON
easy monthly payments Of $40 down and s. per
month"; +. q. SMITH, ll03 Pennsylvania avenue.
jal43t
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

"ANTED-BY A YOUTH, IN THE SEW
w., enteenth year OF his age. u place In store
or ofiice; has had some experience In printing!
can give best Of city references. Please address
j. Q. s.. City Post. office. i23
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25

VXTANTED-BY A LADY WITH FIRST
wv class testimonials and ten years experience
in teaching, desires position In q school or fam
lily; can teach music French and English or
would do copying. Address A., Critic Office. j2i
The Evening critic., 1882-01-25
F0R SALE.

Advertisements of Three lines under this head
Inserted times for 25 cents.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
CAPT. JOHN R. II. SCOTT.

A correspondent asks: "IIow would John K. II. Scott, of Pope, suit the Democrat for governor of Arkan- sas 7" The Democrat does iIot hesitate to say that there are very few better men in our state than John k. II. Scott. While not brilliant mat, he Is a man of strong common sense. well informed on public questions and jealous for the public good. His public and private life are alike blameleSs. Arkansas has no purer man,-Little Rock Democrat.
 There is not within the State man who would discharge the duties Of that office with more credit to the State or honor to himself than John R. IT,. Scott. Nowhere within our knowledge is there man of SO keen and acute sense of honor, he Is ono of the thous- and that never stopped to an act little in itself. or unworthy of his peerless manhood. It is not the brilliant who make the best officials, too often they are flickering, it is the man of good, {, round-about-sense that accomplishes the greatest results in all departments of life. There is no question put in point of common sense MT. Scott is far above the ordinary man who figures in the public places and politics of the day. Thoroughly acquainted with public affairs, the great questions that agitate our State make up part of his history. Mr. Scott is not vain man, he never pushes himself for ward, nor stands on the corner to hear good word of his name. Retired and reser- yed, never rash or preciptous, every act of his is the result of guarded thought. Broad and liberal minded, 1t is his delightful medium to steer be- tween extremes. To elevate such men to office would be the inauguration of a new order of things, and victory over the vulgar electionceriug schemes of the day.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
AND STILL SHE ROOMS.

In spite of the hard times, Russell vile has thrifty trade, and times are wei! with our business men.
 Last week there were 50 to 60 wag- ons in town from the Boston noun tains and north of there, loaded with the products of that country, for all of which, as invariably they do, they found a ready market here. Having sold their industries at living prices, they traded it out mostly for dry goods, groceries and absolute necessities, which they obtained at reasonably low figures, they turned their heads home ward, proud of the town and the town proud of them, conscious that each had been profited and thav the profit were mutual.
 It is particularly noticeable that market is found here for everything the country produces, and the producer usually does not want the money, but something we have to sell In exchange for what he has to give. This begets a thousand little enterprises in the coun- try and stimulates the people to indus try, and this is the way we account for the unusual prosperity of our town. This order of things attracts more or less attention and inclines people, far and near, to come here to do their trad ing. When once they come they are met with such read y,market and treated so kindly that they naturally have a disposition to come back again. Be- sides we are centrally located and are in situation to command good busi- ness with the proper eXe"tions. Work will begin in the spring on the cotton factory building, and the great number of hands continually required to work at the factory will increase the demand for the eatables produced by the indus try of the country. If the principle of DEMAND and SUPPLY was properly un- derstood the extraordinary thrift of our town would be easily accounted for. The people have learned to utilize every thing. If there is not an imme- diate use here for what you have to spare, our merchants will buy it and send it where there is demand. Even worn and cast off clothes are in de- maud. The merchants buy your rags and send them off to the paper mills and sell them at profit. They buy the rags back again in the form of paper and sell the paper to you again.
 Bring on your rags, do not be afraid of glutting the market. There is now a demand for l00,0 pounds of rags at tlis place.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
The Literary Guild.

On last Monday evening the Lit erary Guild held it's regular meeting at the residence of Doctor Hill, The attendance was good, and growing interest in the cause of refinement and learning was manifested by those present. Several of the mem bers, who were on the programme for the evening, acquitted them selves in a happy style, adding to the enjoyment of the occasion.
 Programme for February 20th.
 l. Music, of her own selection, by Miss Emma Howell.
 ?. Debate. Subject: Resolved that ladies should be granted the privi- lege of voting. Affirmatiye.--H. E. Erwin and Miss Florence Pruitt. Negative.--J. D. Burns and Miss Mcbride.
 3. Music, by Mrs. Hill.
 4. A biographical sketch by W. c. Ford.
 ,. Reading, by Mrs. James E. Battenfe!d.
 6. Declamation, by Jeff. Davis.
 '. Music, by society.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
OPPOSED TO AN EXTRA
 SESSION.

It Is alleged that an extra session of the legislature should be hold. That many things are needed, which other wise cannot be had. Especially it is alleged that one Of the imperative necessities for all extra session is to call a constitutional convention.
 While we recognize the fact that many things are needed, we think that our necessities would be multi piled two fold after an extra session of the legislature had done it's work, and an other extra session would be needed 10 remedy the wholesome legislation of the first.
 So far as a constitutional convention is concerned, we want none, we need none. Let that portion of the press that favor the call of constitutional convention mako their charges of the defects existing in the present consti- tuition specific and certain, and propose the remedies, and we shall very soon see that there is, not only, no merirori- ous reason for calling a constitutional convention, but that a constitutional convention at this time would be OK tremely iucxpcdient and detrimental to every interest of the state or people. The present constitution is rife with blessings and benefits, and guards the rights of the people at every thresh- hold. and it is not likely that new ono would dc more.
 It is doubtful iu these days of dema- goguery where somany selfish ends are to be romoted, if so disinterested a band of patriots could be assembled as that band of patriots that framed the constitution of 1871. The framers of that constitution had in their minds the expressions and wrongs of power having just emerged from radica' rule, add it is peculiarly adapted to wholesome balances and checks ts pre- vent extrayagant legislation and the cncroachments of government upon the rights of the people.
 1t is sail that the present constitution was framed to check certain abuses that had grown up under republican iniiu- eaces, and was q splendid thing for the
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16

time, but that is not adapted to the order of things of to-day. That it mat ters not how msrltorious may be an en- tcrprise that the state cannot lend it aid by gratuitous donation or other wise, neither can counties, cities or towns, or in anywise loan their credit for any purpose. That cities, towns nor counties arc permitted to fund their indebtedness, etc., nor can they be- come stockholders in any kind of cor poration or enterprise. It is true, that In some instances, internal and needed improvements would be made, where otherwise they are not, but still we are not prepared to say that these re- straining provisions of the constitution should be dispensed with as impedi- ments to the material growth and de- yelopment of the resources of the coun- try, when we come to look at the per nicious vices that had grown up under republican influences by lending state and municipal aid to every talked of railroad or turnpike in the country. We are free to admit that in ono or two instances the constitution needs amending. as for instance, the number of our supreme court should be in- creased to five members. The business of the country requires it. As the su preme court is now organized the bur den of business is too great, and the consequence is that the rights of liti- gants are delayed too long for the re- quirements of justice. Also the great multiplicity of business in the infer for courts makes the establishment of sep crate criminal courts debatablc ques- tion. The constitution provides that as many as three amendments may be submitted at one time. There cannot be many plausible objections offered to the constitution. Why incur the ex- pense of constitutional convention, unless it be to put on riders, thereby getting favorite schemes through, and made part of the fundamental law of the land, which, if submitted to the people separately, on their own merits, would be rejected? Whatever may be the defects of the present constitution, they are not pregnant evils, and we prefer to "bear the ills we have, than fly to others we wot not of"
 No constitutional convention. No extra session of the legislature. IT you will relieve us from the curses of all such folly, we are willing to be de- prived of the benefits it confers.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
OF THE LEDGER.

A petition to congress from Missouri with 22 900 names to It, asks for an amendment to the Consultation of the United States to prohibit the sale and manufacture of all alchoholic bever- ages throughout the United States.--
 Dardanelle Post.
 The last Arkansas legislature should have memorialized congress tO submit to the States similar amendment to the constitution. How Is it they over looked SO important q matter? Their work is unfinished. Coy. Churchill should call an extra session to enable them to complete their labors.--llus- sellville DEMOCRAT.
 We like fanaticlsm of that kind be- cause it is direct and positive. What cares tine unqualified temperance adyo- cate about the expenditure of few thousands of dollars in comparison to the establishment of what he deems q great blessing? The demand, however, it must be confessed, strikes one as a little too cool and reckless, considering the probable results liable to follow any action based upon the advice Lit tie Rock Evening Ledger.
 Everybody who knows anything of Iiic oi tiO that they mounted three or four hob bies and rode them through. That the prohibition of the sale of liquor was the favorite hobby of all. With but few exceptions what struggle among dwarfs and thin gauzed politicians to see who should be first. The foregoing appeared in tine DEMOCRAT as q mere ironical suggestion that notwithstand- ing the prohibitory proclivities of the last legislature, and the zeal with which they pursued them, they did not do all in that direction they might have done, that new prohibitory idea had suggested itself up in Missouri, and to keep pace with "fanaticism" the legis- lature should be convened to afford them the opportunity of putting the finishing touches to their labors. The article itself imported these ideas, and especially did It when interpreted with wha. the legislature really dld. We are in no wise responsible for the stu pidity of the Ledger.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
X Worthy Enterprise.

From the Morrilton Messenger.
 We record with pleasure even at this late day the fact that our neigh boring little city, Russellyille, is en- gagged in the worthy work of build Ing q Cotton Factory. We have not intentionally overlooked the matter have simply forgotten it at the time of making up our editorial work. This comes of not taking notes-a thing we seldom do.
 A joint stock company has been formed with sufficient capital to in augurate the enterprise, and we hope soon to hear of the successful opera ton of cotton factory. It will tend greatly build up tue town, and stimulate the industries of the sur rounding country in all it's depart ments. We wish our neighbors great success.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
WHY EVERY MAN SHOULD
 TAKE HIS COUNTY PAPER.

The head of every family in each county ought to take his county paper. In the first place it does not cost much {, ard if it does you no good it will do you no harm besides if you pay your sub scription in advance 1t entities you to a ticket in the drawing which gives you a chance to draw valuable prize worth many times the money you pay for the paper. If for no other reason every man ought to patronize home enter prises, therefore take and encourage your county paper. It is worth the subscription money to you whether you
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
A CAMPAIGN POINTER.

Editor Democrat:
 It has been said that there are several gentlemen flowing around the pen" signifying that they would like to become candidates for the va rous offices. 1 am opposed to making officer out of such material. We are already afflicted with otfi- cers who "lowed around the pen" to become candidates 1 have reference more particular to our state officers). It is we'll enough for the people to begin to think and suggest names of their best citizens, those who are competent to fill the offices with credit to the state and themselves; and right here allow me 70 suggest few names of men who possess ability, and who would represent our county in the next legislature ably, viz: Judge J. c. Wallace, John K. II. Scott, James Potts, L. w. Da wis, Dan. c. Brown, Judge Bradley and J. W. Russell. The above men ton names are men of ability, and doubtless, if any one of them were elected to the lower house of the next legislature, he would represent us honorably and creditably. We don't want to run men for the legis lature simply because they are good hearted fellows and have a little township aotoriety, who would go down there looking knowingly and at the same time would not be capa ble of drawing a single bill. We want our best men for that position, and who are capable of performing all the functions of the office. will close by saying give us H. C. How ell for our next state senator.
 A VOTER.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
From a Holly Bend Farmer.
Editor Democrat:

Editor Democrat:
 Tre snow is all gone and the wa. ter is ripping on down the little streams and sooner or late: 1t will ind US way to the great body.
 So we are glad to see a few days of bright sun again. l will say here to al who have old land and thin, now is the time to stir your soil and give it a little coat of manure so it will be we'll rotted by spring, there by you will get the benefit of your manure and have your land in a well pulyerizc6 state which will be more pleasant to plant and your crop will grow of at least one fourth faster in early spring aad your ground will dry out better all spring, leaving it "a q more mellow condition. l am not the best farmer in the bend by no means, but l wish all who have upland to work would clean up their barn yard, COW lots and wood yards and try as much as one weeks labor gathering together and hauling on some poor spot of their farm and take some notes of what his expense of the labor was and see if it has not paid them better than anything they do all season. not forgetting that their labor will benefit them for years. Farmers take care of all your ma, nure It is worth more than l2b per cent. on money; l mean to say it is more profitable to spend portion of your time improving than loaning at 10 per ceGt
 hear the sound of the ax, maui and saw Tn most ali diret tons. Men gong hurrying here and there; bus mess has begun; we wIll soon see the long straight furrows reaching out across the long field.
 Ah, l had like to have forgotten our friend Collins; we hear the sound of the hammer, and the bustling of the workman who is rapidly pushing to completion a very nicely con structed residence, which will he quite an ornament to bis place. We are glad to sec such men as Mr. J.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
THE BEST REMEDY
Diseases of the Throat and Lungs.

Diseases of the pulmo- nary organs are so prev alent and fatal, that a safe and reliable remedy for them is invaluable to every community. AYERS CHERRY PEG ToRAL is such a remedy, and no other so emi- nently merits the conf dence of the public. It is a scientific combina- ton of the medicinal principles and curative virtues of the finest drugs, chemically unit ed, to insure the great est possible efficiency and uniformity of re- a,Itg ,yhiab at,ahlaq
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-02-16
APPLETON NOTES.
Russellville Democrat:

Editor RusseIIviIIe Democrat:
 read a letter in the DEMOCRAT from little girl in our neighber- hood and I thought 1 would try to write piece and see if you would print it.
 I am but a little girl only nine years old so I cannot write much. Mrs. Dollars baby died las: Mon day night and was buried last Tues day at Sulphur Spring Church. The ground was covered with snow when It died.
 MARY SUSAN KUHN. Appleton, Feb. II, 1882.