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The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

THE capabilities of the soil of Western Arkansas are wonderful
 the specimens of vegetable growth daily brought to this office but tend to confirm the statement. Many per. sons in Pope county have friends in the old states, who desire to lmmi- grate, and to all such we say, Come
 Here you will find rich virgin soil, tim Der of all kinds in the greatest abundance. good water, healthful eli. mate without extremes Of heat and cold. On almost every hilltop can be found a church or schoolhouse, providing tie people with religious and educational facilities. The Lit tie Rock and Fort Smith railway passes through the county, and the company has productive lands which they offer for sale on liberal terms
 A colony of Lutherans has recently bought l2,000 acres of land in the county near Dover, which fact alone demonstrates the favor with which this section is viewed by foreign immigrants, who want none but the best lands. The DEMOCRAT will en. deavor, from time to time, to place before it's readers practical views concerning the vast resources of this portion of the state, and it would be well if those who have friends in the old states contemplating move to the West, to subscribe and have it sent to them. We intend to make the paper an immigration agency.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
 Intermediate Appellate Court.

| IhOCI APPCilaOC OOuh e'
 The following is the text of the bill passed by the senate last Friday. Senator Walker voted in favor of the measure, and Senator Garland, who favored the bill, was paired with Senator Edmunds, who would have voted against 1t. Read the provis- ions of the bill:
 The bill creates nine intermediate courts, or one in each existing cir cult, and eighteen new circuit judg- es, or two additional judges for each circuit, who are to be appointed by the president. The court of each circuit will then consist of an asso ciate justice supreme court, and al- lotted to that circuit three circuit judges and two district judges. the latter to be designated at each term for the succeeding term if praetica- ble, in rotation, and four of the judg- es to constitute a quorum. Appel late jurisdiction is conferredupon the new court over decrees of circuit or district courts in causes involving more than $500, or where circuit or district judges shall certify that the adjudication involves question of general importance. Decisions of the appellate court on questions of fact to be conclusive, but reviews upon points of law may be had upon writs of error to the supreme court when the matter in controversy ex- ceeds $l0,000, the point of limitation being $5000 dollars. In criminal cases wrts of error may be sued out, if allowed by the judge of the appel late court, but cannot be granted af ter an unsuccessful application to another judge. If the judges do not differ and the case is within their jurisdiction, their action is to be final, and writ may be taken upon question of jurisdiction, but not to review the whole case. Exceptional permission to appeal to the supreme court is also granted in questions in volving the construction of the con stitutlon or the validity of treaty or federal law. The bill prescribes the clerical force of the new court and fixes the following as the places at which the first terms of the courts in their respective circuits shall be held: Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Richmond, New Orleans, Cincin- nati, Chicago, St. Louis and SanFran- cisco. The terms are to begin the first Tuesdays in May and Novem- Der beginning with November in 1882, and it is also provided that the district or circuit judge who tried a cause shall not sit in hearing upon an appeal.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

itual condition, and his response in every instance was "of course.
 Last night, perhaps about 8 o'clock, when we bad supposed conscious ness had sSSe not to return, there came, waited through the open win dow, a song from his boys at Wesley Hall. Like dying war horse, that raised it's head at the bugle call, there came light from him that we had not seen before. 1 bent down and said: Doctor. do you hear your boysr' Later, about II o'clock, he spoke the words "faith," "faith," faith" The last several hours he was almost totally unconscious, and just at 5 o'clock this morning, when a g; cup gathered around him, the light was on him just as he would have had it; he wanted to die in the morning; as the light came upon him he went to Paradise. It was Ascension Day.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

and proprietor of the Dardanelle In dependent Arkansian is too wei known throughout the state to re quire auy lndorsemont from anybody He has hosts of warm friends every where, who will be gratified to learn that he is in the field.
 And the Little Rock Democrat compliments him in the following style;
 Dr. NJ. M. Mcclure, of Dardanelle, editor of the Arkansian. one of the leading democrats of the state, is a candidate for auditor of state. This gentleman is talented, honest and decidedly popular. He has ability and if nominated will make an eff cient officer. We shall refer again to his candidacy.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
HON. ". w. MANSFIELD.

In compliance with the urgent so licitation of numerous friends throughout the entire western DOT tion of the State, the above named worthy and honorable gentleman has consented to become candidate foi congressman at large. It is almost useless for us in brief newspaper article to add one word in praise of Judge Mansfield, as he is so favora. ply and widely-known, but we feel that few words are due in behalf of so true and pure man and citizen.
 Judge Mansfield for many years has been an honored resident of Ozark, Franklin county, where, by q life of honesty and toll, he has earn ed for himself a reputation as law
 yer and jurist of which any man may we'll be proud. He has been called upon at divers times to serve the people in public capacity, and in no instance was he ever recreant to the high trusts committed to him. In the convention of 1861, he had the honor to represent his county, and again in the constitutional con
 vention of 1874; and in both bodies he was the peer of Gen. Royston of Hampstead, Judge Butler of Inde- pendence, Judge Dcswell of Jackson, Maj. Hornor of Phillips, and other statesmen of giant intellect in those assemblages. In the years gone by, he represented his people in the general assembly, and the great powers of hls mind and heart were brought prominently out by the du- ties imposed upon him. Later, in 1874, Judge Mansfield was called from the precincts of private life to the judgeship ot thisjudicial district, which was then, as we'll as now, one of the largest and most important in the State. On the bench, Judge Mansfield won an enviable reputa- ton as iurist and his rulings and decisions were ever regarded as cor
 rect aud sound. He has the unbi- ased good will and opinion of the most eminent lawyers in the state, who regard him as man of profound legal attainments. In private life, Judge Mansfield is pure and correct in the fullest sense, and is recognized as model neighbor and citizen. He is versed in stauecraft, and, if elect ed, will be q representative whose superior has never been on the floor of the lower house of congress from Arkansas. We take pleasure in presenting the claims of Judge Mans field to the kind consideration of the press snd people of Arkansas, as the brief time before the meeting of the state convention will prevent his making a canvass in person.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

As THE Sun goes to press, Thurs day evening, there is rumor that exGovernor Cadwallader c. Wash burn is lying at the point of death at Eureka Springs, Kansas.
 The foregoing is from the Milwau- kee (Wis. Sun, n,edited by that prince of American humorists, G. w. Peck. But with all his varied attachments, Bro. Geo. w. Peck, "home mission ary," editor of the Sun, one of the brighest luminarles that ever rose above tie journalistic horizon, dis plays the most lamentable ignorance in regard to the location of the fam ous Eureka Springs. How he ever got the idea into his richly stored brain that the renowned health resort was in Kansas,is one of those things that are past finding out. However, our good brother is excusable, and we know he will hereafter locate the Springs where they belong, in the grand, great, growing young State ot Arkansas.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
Payne Heard From Again

CnIoAGo, May l2.-A Wichita special says It is reported from Cald well, Ks, that Payne and his company crossed the line Wednes- day to Oklahoma. He had seven wagons and fifty men from Wichita and three wagons and fifteen men from Wellington. The Oklahoma company claim that this is Payne's s personal enterprise. They are not meddllng in it's success as they re- gard 1t doubtful. The party hope to get on the lands before the soldiers receive orders to eject them. Then they will claim to be on government land, and if forced of will raise the question of title,
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
GEORGE w. COLE.

This gentleman, who for some time past has been the efficient dep uty sheriff of Yell county is now be- fore the people for the office of sher- if. There is perhaps no man in the county, except his brother, Reuben E. Cole, who held the office for sev- eral years and who declined q re- election, who is so well qualified to discharge it's duties. Thoroughly familiar with all the details of the office, active, vigilant and brave, he unites all the qualities necessary to the office. If he is elected. (and all signs point that way) we are of the opinion that the way of the trans gressor in Yell county will be hard. We notice that the Dardanelle pa pers speak in the highest terms of him, and the Democrat does not hes itate to second their words of in dorsement. Il. R. Democrat.
 It is with feeling of no little pride that we reproduce the above flatter- ing notice of George W. Cole, and join our esteemed contemporary in hoping that the people of Yell coun ty will do themselves the honor tc elect him as their sheriff for the next two years. There are many persons in Pope county who would rejoice ii George Coles election. the DEMO GRAF corps among the number.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

AS THE time for the holding of the township conventions draws near, 1t behooves every true democrat to buckle on his political armor and come to the front prepared to do bat tie for the best interests of his coun- ty and state. But while serving the party with fidelity. let no one allow himself to be ensnared by ringsters and scheming politicians, if any should seek to attempt control oi your convention. Put the loyal men in the lead; those who love their country better than self, and guard closely the every interest of the par ty and people.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
WE heartily say Amen! to the fol-

WE heartily say Amen! to the fol- lowing handsome compliment paid Hon. w. w. Mansfield, candidate for congressman at large, by the Little Rock Democrat
 Judge Mansfield is so well known to the people of Arkansas that it is unnecessary for us to speak of him at length. He is very able mana lawyer who has few equals. Coming to Arkansas about twenty-five years ago, young man just admitted to the bar, poor and unknown, he has worked his way up to proud posi- ton iu his profession. No man in Arkansas is more highly esteemed and no man better deserves to be es- teemed. Modest and unassuming as most men of thorough culture are, he is yet strong in his convictions of right; he IS always found in the path of duty. A man of strong Tn. tellect, wide culture, unquestioned integrity, always alive to the public welfare, he would make q member of congress, of whom tine people of all parties would justly feel proud.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

Coop schools are necessary for the prosperity of the people and peace of society. In order that good schools may be established, it is necessary that none but the best teachers be employed. How can this be accom- plished? Only one answer can be given. Vote the five-mill tax for the support of your district school and elect none but wide-awake men, earnest advocates of public schools, to manage affairs. Much odium can be brought upon the system by plac ing ignorant, incompetent men in charge of school matters in your dis trict, See to it that your directors are aroused to the necessities Of the hour and that they place thorough professional teachers in the school room. In order to promote the elf ciency of the schools, 1t is absolutely necessary that ample compensation be paid the teacher to enable him to devote his whole time to the work. Such compensation as will secure the services of the best teachers can only be obtained by the united ef fort of the people at the polls on next Saturday, and then and there voting for the school tax. Let the people especially of Russellvllle specia school district, go to the polls anc vote as one man in favor of the tax But the people know their duty t' their country and we are not afraid they will shrink from the perform ance of it.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

HoT SPRINGS and contiguous coun- try was visited by heavy rainfall on Monday of last week, completely flooding the entire region and caus- ing immense loss to crops, stock and farm property. Several miles of the Hot Springs railway were washed away and three iron bridges totally demolished. The Ouachi.a and Sa- line rivers and tributaries rose to flood height and swept away much property. It is estimated that the loss in the region mentioned will be about Sl50,0O0. Photographic com munieation between the Springs and Little Rock was cut off for several days.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
HoN c. c. Washburn, Ex. DO,

HoN c. c. Washburn, Ex govern or of Wisconsin, died at Eureka Springs, this State, last Sunday. He had long been a sufferer from disease, and it was hoped that his drinking of the healing waters of Eureka would restore him to health, but the decree had gone forth that it was to be otherwise with him. The body of the distinguished dead was sent to Lacrosse, Wis, his late home for interment.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
Another Flood.

| The followino sGeeeeiai telegrams tt . ti.e Little Rock Gazette, dated thc 18th, convey tldings of another dis astrous flood that has swept ovel the eastern portion of the state:
 JAcKsoNPoRT.
 We are in the midst of the most destructive overflow that has visited this section of the country for years The water stands thirty one feet eight inches above zero, and has fallen three inches. There is not q foot of dry ground in town except Jefferson street, which affords ref uge to all the stock our citizens are fortunate enough to possess. Quite a number of families have been com pelled to leave home and take refuge in the upper story of store houses. The whole country for miles around is one sea of water, and the damage to crops and stock cannot be ascer- tained, but may be safely estimated away up in the thousands. A large portion of Oil Trough and Big bot toms are under water and the dam age to the wheat crop will be terri ble. The present flood is the high. est since 1867. If second rise should come, then goodbye every thing. The weather is clear, with strong northwest wind, and hopes are entertained that the worst Is over. We have not had mail for nearly week, and our people have about made up their minds that flood No. ? is not far distant.
 BATEsvILLE.
 This section of the state has just been visited by an unprecedented rain, commencing at o'clock Mon- day evening and continuing iii tor, rents for twenty-four hours without 8 moments cessation, swelling the rivers and creeks to height beyond the knowledge of the oldest inhabi tants; sweeping in its mad career everything before it, mills, houses, bridges, fencing, all hurled from their foundations and washed on with wild fury, utterly obliteratlng the entire crop of the bottom lands; not only the crops but the soil is gone, leaving only the bare clay sur face. Maxfield & Bros woolen mill, valued at s20.O00, and Joe Smiths flour mill, valued at $5,000, are both Il IL damaged $3000. A number Of other mills, not yet heard from, are all be- lieved to be q total loss. It is gen erally estimated that $500,000 will not repaIr the loss to which this county has been subjected. A young man (name not known), employed at Smiths mill, was also drowned. A number of other persons are fear ed to have been drowned.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
NO. IT..
HON. W. w. MANSFIELD.
 DOVER, ARK, May l7th 1882.
Editor Democrat.

Editor Democrat;
 Since the announcement of the Hon. W. w. Mansfield as a candi- date for Congress for the State at large, have conyersed with many citizens from various portions of this and the adjoining counties and have seen no one whatever but what ex- presses his qualification, fully en- dorsing and intending to support him. Dover, my old home, rejoices at the announcement. He has many, very warm friends and admirers here, and throughout this and all the ad- 1joining counties as we'll as in every other part of the State, his acquain- tance is by no means limited. He has served the people in several lm- portant public capacities. His record is unexceptional and will bear the closest scrutiny. As member of the Legislature, Judge of the fifth Judicial Circuit, and dele gate to the Constitutional Conven- tons of the State in 1861 and 1874, he stood pre-eminent, distinguishing himself in the latter position as one among the most influential, profound and able debators of those bodies, eliciting the friendship and admira- tion of nearly or quite all ofits mem- bers.
 Arkansas will honor herself, as we'll as Judge Mansfield, by electing and sending him to Congress. He is one of her most prominent law yers and has repeatedly been urged to submit his name for Judge of the Supreme Court, winch position he would have filled most admirably. Coming to Arkansas thirty years ago, poor and penniless boy he has by assiduous application, study and close attention to business, made himself the peer of any man within he: borders in point of culture, men tai ability and legal acumen. He is we'll versed in the political theory, organization and fundamental prin ciples and structure of our govern ment. A thorough and ripe scholar, polished gentleman, of unblemish- ed integrity and reputation, honora- ble and dignifed, refined, modest and unassuming, possessing pe- cul;arly sensitive nature, abhoring all demagogueism and the little, low unmanly tactics of the professional and willy politician, Judge Mans field will never be found stooplng or resorting to intrigue to obtaln office.
 With due respect and regard for the feelings of his opponents, whom 1 believe Io be honorable and high minded gentlemen, some of whom I have been permitted to associate with in public capacity and whom l regard as my personal friends, 1 must be permitted to say that 1 be- lieve old Pope will go hand in hand with her sister counties and the State at large in declaring an un- qualified preference for the Hon. w. w. Mansfield to represent them in Congress.
 Please pardon me for this trespass upon your time and the columns of your most excellent and dcservedly popular paper.
 Very respectfully,
 JNo. k. HOMER ScoTT.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

Our young men should be more gallant. We understand that at a recent social gathering Tn this place, which was largely attended by both sexes, the young ladies without ex- ception were escorted by their fath- CTS or brothers. --Lonoke Democrat.
 We rather admire the indepen. dence of the Lonoke young ladies, and wish that those of other places would have the courage to do like. wise.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

TIE Western Methodist, at Mem phis, has ceased publication and con solidaded with a Nashville paper. The formidable Western out of the way, the bright little Arkansas Meth odist can now step into the front rank of religious journals. All hail <! to the Arkansas Methodist and it's talented editors.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

SENATOR GARLAND recently offered an amendment to the judiciary act of 1875, providing that no city, town, village or other municipal corpora tion could be sued in the courts of the United States, but it was defeat ed by party vote, on the Sth inst, twenty one to twenty-eight.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

Col. J. $. DUNHAM, of Van Bure n, is urged to become Q candidate for representative to the next general assembly. We hope our good friend will consent to make the race, as his candidacy will be equivalent to an election, and he will make legis!a- tor of whom the people will be proud.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

MAIL advlces from all portions oi the West and Southwest bring intel lIgence of unprecedented rainfalls in the past week. Much damage has been done to crops in the lowlands. The rivers are rising and another flood is anticipated in the tributa- ries of the Mississippi.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

A FEARFUL cyclone passed over Benton county on the evening of the Sth inst, doing much damage. Three persons were killed and several se- verely injured. The same storm al. so struck Scott county.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
River and HarbOr Bill.

The house committee on appro- priations has reported the river and harbor bill, which makes the follow. ing provisions for streams in Arkan- sas:
 Arkansas river (Ark.) ], $20000; Arkansas river Arkansas and Tex. as ], S20,000; Black river Arkansas and Missouri), $l0,000; Fourch Le Fevre river Ark $4000; Little Tennessee river (Tenn.), $5000; White River above Buffalo Shoals (Ark. $4000: south fork of Deer river, Tenn, 5000; Ouachita river, Arkansas and Louisiana, $l2,000; Saline river, $4000; White river, be tween Jacksonport and Buffulo Shoals, $6000; White and St. Fran, cis rivers, $l2,000.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

Mir. Neal Cooper, young farmer of Crawford county, realized $500 last year as the proceeds of the crop raised by his own labor. Yet there are many farmer boys of Arkansas who want to be lawyers, doctors, clerks-anythlng but an independent tiller of the soil.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

A CoLoRED woman of Phillips county, in this state, recently gave birth to three children, all boys. If such conduct is permitted, there will be no need of immigration societies.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

TIE president has appointed John s. Wise, Esq, readjuster, as United States district attorney in Virginia "Chet' is evidently determined to establish the part e-e" in the Old dominion.
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

adopt the "no convention" plan, as seems now to be the desire of some. Leave no gap down in the enclosure around the democratic fold through which the opposition hosts could raid,
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18

-Carter's Little Liver Pills will pos- itively cure sick headache and prevent its return. This is not talk, but truth. One pill dose. To be had of all Drug gists. See advertisement,
The Russellville Democrat., 1882-05-18
VOL. VIII.
Ghf 9emtutrat.
w. L. MORRIS, Editor.

A SEVERE storm swept over Mem. nbis on the afternoon of the 9th inst, doing much damage throughout the city and surrounding country.