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The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
THURSDAY. JUNE 25. 1885.

Is IT A SHAM?-The State Senate demanded that the Trustees of the University should reduce the num- Der of chairs to correspond to the reduced number Of students. But they have made no such reduction. Why are two chars of science need ed for 40 collegians2 Why has his tory been spread over two chairs? Why was the 3rd day of July fixed upon as the time for filling these chairs? Why thls indecent haste? The election will be over before men of Science and French and German scholars know that there are vacan cies in the University. Then as & sort of necessity the Honorable Board will put back the very Professors whom the State has repudiated. If so, in our judgment the University will be closed up two years hence. Let the warning be heard and needed.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE Conservatives came into pow CT by manipulating every element of dsafection to Mir. Gladstene's gov ernment, and yessrting to every sub terfuge known to British politics. How cowardly it looks to see these same men, after using these meth eds, pretending to refuse power until they can have promises from MT. Gladstone and his party not to deal with them too roughly, that is, they go into power beggars, suppliant at their enemies feet. It shows them weaker in power than the radicals are out of power-just as tho they feltthemselves creatures of grace and able at best to survive only so long as fortuitous circumstances allowed. A bad beginning for the new admin istration in British politics.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
A Veteran Gone.
Little Rock Democrat, 18th.

Little Rock Democrat, l9tn.
 At 10 minutes to s o'clock this morning historic figure Tn the an- nals of Arkansas, Mir. Wm. k. Wood ruff, ST., quietly passed away from earth. Nearly ninety years of age and for sixty-six years resident of this State, his life runs through more than two generations and from the date of the earliest Ameri- can settlement. Until compelled to withdraw from active business by the encrcachments of disease and old age his life was one of busy in dustry. As public journalist through long and eventful career he left the impress of a grand char acter. His work was always in the cause of the right as he saw the right. Never ambitious to shine official life, he built for himself a reputation far more enduring than that which crowns the life of the great majority of public men. He leaves behind him a priceless heri- tage to his children and to the peo- pie of Arkansas, among whom he la bored so many years, the record of an unstained life.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
WHY vacate the chairs of the U

WHY vacate the chairs of the Uni. versity at all, if the obnoxious profes sors are by any means, whatever, to be retained in the University. Why go through such farce. It would have been better to have elected them in the start than to awaken hope to be crushed by disappoint- ment afterwards. It Is useless for us to mention the names demanded to be retired from the roll of profes- sors. The state knows them, and, if the Trustees serve the state and take the step to arouse new enthusiasm in the States University, they will be retired and the din of confusion and discontent will be hushed about our ears.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE published accounts of the ar rest of Maxwell at Auckland, New Zealand, have dispelled whatever doubts may have existed as to his guilt of the murder of C. A. Preller at the Southern Hotel, St. Leuis, on the 9th of last April. His actions when arrested confirm the suspic- ions of guilt, and in his possession were found handkerchiefs and cuffs marked "C. A. P.," and shirt with splotches of blood on it. He will be held until the officers from St. Louis arrive, when he will be returned to this country for trial.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
IN MEMORIAM.

Again has the dark-winged angel Death been in our midst, and taken from us one of our loved ones, Ida May Bayliss. Born Feb. l2, 1868, died June l2, 1885. She was just blooming into young woman-hood, when consump- ton laid its finger upon her, and mark ed her for the tomb.
 Ever gentle, loving, obedient, joyous hearted, surrounded by many loving friends, life to her was of the color of the rose. But as relentless death seems ever to grasp at that which is most lovely, so. in the beautiful spring time of life, she has been called to join that bright band above, where earth's choie- est blossoms are called to form Heavens own wreath.
 It was ours to know her in the happy days of her bright young childhood, and to watch with eager interest the unfolding of mind of more than ordi- nary ability. We loved her for the pure, guileless spirit. and the soul that mingled In icy or sorrow with our own, an echo-harp, warbling back each glad or grieving strain. Possessed Of all the graces that make the true wo- man, to know her was to love her; so God, seeing she was too pure, too good for longer dwelling bere, took her unto himself. The summons, '.come up higher" found her ready, with the wedding garment on, and while we grieve to know her bright form is now shrouded In the gloom and darkness of the grave, yet even while bending OCT her tomb, we should not mourn with bitter tears remembering
 She canst not wholly perish, though the sod
 Sink, with it's vi0lets, closer so her breast
 Though we shall see no more in the busy walks ot life, her bright, happy face, we know that to-day, within the pearly gates of the New Jerusalem, she Is basking in the smiles of Savior's love. and sounding her harp to notes of praise.
 May each of her loved ones, father, mother, sisters, brother, meet her there, and, reunited family. enjoy through out the ceaseless ages of eternity, the sweet communion of the olest
 MRs C. A I
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
THE Ozark Sun says that Fr.

THE Ozark Sun says that Frank lin county seems to be more torn up by local and factional dissentions than any county in the state. And adds:
 Let each section and factien quit abusing the other and lmputing bad motives to their actions and let gen erosity and liberality take more room Tn the heart, and all will be happier and better.
 We are glad to say that here in Pope county better feeling prevails. The people everywhere are united in promoting the best interests of the country and practicing the arts of peace.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

EVIDENCES are crowding to the surface tending to show that the Arkansas exposition commissioners and their co laborers are not in full accord, but wrought up by internal disscntlons,--the out growth of jeal- ousies and spite. The trouble is be- tween the members of the board on one side and MT. F.. F. Babeock on the other. Some lively music may be looked for. Let the whole truth come out.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Cove Vicinity.

Correspondence of the Democrat.
 We have just had an excellent rain, and the crops are now in a good condition to grow. The pros- pect for corn here is very fiattering. Cotton is clean and looking well, think sorhe of us will bring in few blooms by the 1st of July. Mir. Jas. Brady will make an effort to get the premium on the first bale of cotton this fail. The wheat crop is very short in this section of country, oats very good I think.
 The Sunday school at Liberty Grove is iu flourishing condition, l never saw members of any Sunday school take more interest, or work with greater zeal than those of Lib erty Grove. Always prompt in at tendance, with perfect lessons under the management of an exemplary young Superlntendent-Mr. James Hughey. The Literary school will begin at Liberty Grove on Monday, 9th July, under the control of myself as teacher, and Messrs. John Hugh ey, John Blackwood and John Gam hlin as directors. No certain text books yet adopted; but all are re quested to bring the same kind of books we used last year in the Cove school.
 In answer to request from some of my friends near Appleton, through your correspondent from the same place, I will state that my regular posioffice is Russellville, but some times get mail from Potts Station. 1 will also say to my friends from Alabama, settling Tn and near Ap- pleton, that the health in this sec tion is far better than in Lauderdale county, Alabama.
 l.. Nj. CHIsHoLM.
 June P, 1885.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Rising Star, Texas.

Correspondence of the Democrat.
 When stopped here two weeks ago people were congratulating them selves that they had such fine pros poets for a good cotton crop, but the tune is turned. Cotton is being eaten up very rapidly by what is called the careless worm. Hundreds of acres have been laid waste by this wonderful pest in few days. We know not the end. There is some cotton left and some are planting over. Wheat will make from l5 to 40 bushels per acre; oats from 30 to 100 bushels per acre. The corn crop is good.
 I desire to say to my many friends in Pope county that people live much easie. here than there; the farmers do not work SO hard and generally make more. Stockraising is a good business here. the range is the best l ever saw. Doctors do well here, they are not too thick. Merchants make good profit, lH fact every thing moves on with vim, and think the time is in the near future when this western country will take the lead in many respects. Thous- ands of acres of unimproved land are lying in western Texas which can be had at low prices. Then why should young farmers stay Tn Arkansas where they have to rent lanc and can get no hold, when they can come here and in afew years of labor become rich. Health is un- commonly good. There is splen- did breeze continually blowing that
 les summer pleasant and winter cold. Pneumonia in winter is the worst sickness of Texas.
 J. H. BRUToN.
 June 13, 1885.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

DoN'T invite ruin and disaster by replacing the obnoxious professors in the University at Fayetteville. It's no time to stop to argue why they arc obnoxious. They are, and that IS enough. The way to renewed confidence is open, and lies in choos- ing some new men. The Trustees will certainly improve the oppertu nity CT there will be howl of disap pointment.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
Landolleo al pardanelle. Ark. Jupe a4

Landoniee at Dardanelle, Ark, June a4, 1885.
 Notice Is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make hnal proof m support Of ,,his claim, and that said proof wlil he made before the County Judge at Dover, Ark, on July 3i, fss5. viz
 sami'cl Q. standridge, i'd entry No. H. ,5s6 l2. n r 20 west
 He names the following witnesses to lrove ms coniinuous residence upon, and cultivation Of, said land viz:
 Moses Freeman, Joshua Freemaa, M. NJ. hnmfori and John Blackburn. all of Free man, Ark.
 July 30-5t A. c. LEANING. Register.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
The Arkansas Exhfbft at New
 Orleans.

General Dandridge McRae, who has been in charge of the Arkansas exhibit at the New Orleans Exposi- tlon, says that the people can hardly appreciate the great value to the State which the exhibit has been. It was more talked about than any other State. It was the wonder of nearly every one that Arkansas pos. sessed such magnificent exhibit. A great many northern farmers wis lted the Arkansas exhibit, and he believed that it would be the means of bringing thousands of people to the State to locate.
 The finances of the board were in good shape. Of the $5,000 given by the United States Government, there was still 2,200 lett unexpended; of the appropriation of $5,000 by the State there was stlll unexpended about $3,O00. And when the Expo sition would reopen in November, the people of New Orleans have agreed to contribute $2,000, Thus the State will have about $7 200 with which to prepare for the fall Exposition. When the New Orleans Exposition closes all the States are preparing to send all their exhibits to London, and Arkansas will have a fine collection if she joins the other States.
 Arrangements will be made imme- diatelv to have fresh collection of grasses and cereals collected for the fall exhibit, and it is especially urg- ed that farmers preserve specimens of grasses, cereals and small fruits for the collectors, who will be sent out as soon as practicable.
 General McRae brought home all the individual exhibits and perisha- ble articles, leaving the remainder of the exhibit boxed up.
 That Arkansas took a high posi- tion at the Exposition is demon strated in the fact that she took the first premium on cotton and twelve premiums on best apple display, these being all for which she entered. The Arkansas register contains the names of thousands of visitors from all parts of the Union.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Public Road Notice.

Notice is hereby given. that on the first day ofthe July term of the County court of Pope county, we will present . petition to said court for change In part of the Russellville and Norristown public road as follows: Commencing about two hundred yards north of the old cemetery on said road, and running thence on the best route directly 10 the point where the Daldanele X Russell vile railroad strikes the field of J. l.. shlnn, thence along 1ld paralell with the right of way of said railraod 70 the Arkansas river. J. l.. SHIN,
 and others. June l5, 1885.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Stolen or Strayed.

One large black mare. , years old !, fresh shod before, in good condition, left the undersigned on Wednesday night, June 3d. Also two year-old mules are supposed to be with said mare. Mules are bay, in good condition, me- dium size. Any person taking up any or all of said stock, and bringing them to me at Appleton, Pope county, Ark, or send me word of their whereabouts so that 1 can get them will be amply rewarded.
 JAMES K. RICHARDSON,
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

One of the chief uses to which castor oil is now put is that of dressing and softeniag leather for boots. It was formerly used for dosing children whose stomachs were disordered. And an awful dose it was. Now we give suffering children Browns Iron Bit ters, which tones the stomach, regu- lates digestion. and imparts strength to the whole body. Browns Iron Bitters is incomparably better than castor oil, and more pleasant to take.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
May 2l, 1885.
Sheriff Sale.

Notice is hereby given that I will offer for sale to the highest bidder, on credit of three months, at the court house door. in the town of Dover, Pope county. Ark, on the 10th day of July, 1885. between the hours prescribed by law for Judicial sales, the following real estate, to-wit: k 1 N W 1 sec. l3, 9, range 19 west, containing 80 acres, or so much thereof as will settle two fines and costs assessed against Jno. Craig, at the April term, 1885, of the Pope circuit court. Pur- chaser will be required to give note with approved security, and lien re- tained on land to secure same.
 Given under my hand, this 20th day of June, 1885.
 I ". Os-INS Sheriff
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Estray Notice.

Estrayed from the undersigned } miles west of Potts Station, on the night of the 9th inst, one light bay mare mule, about l3 hands high and three years old; had on when strayed q mea.lm sized bell and patented yoke; paees when under the saddle. 8 will be paid for return of said mule, or q liberal reward will be paid for any Information leading to her recovery.
 J. O. HEAnN, Potts Station, Ark.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

TnE state christian temperance union of Ohio have declared war against the republicans of that state in general and against MT. Foraker, the republican nominee for governor, in particular. The union remembers with vivid distinctness the ueachery of this party in the past elections. and intends to be deceived by them no longer.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

MCGEE Williams having passed the list in the examination of the applicants at Washington for the in spectorship of the United States mails ih Arkansas, his appointment is assured. He resides Tn Little Rock, and is son. in law of ex Gov. Rector.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE Chicago Times has discover ed the motive of the Secretary of the Navy in ordering another trial of the Dolphin to test her ability to stand heavy sea. It is his inten- ton to get Mir. Roach sea-sick in the hope that he may throw up his contracts
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

LET it not be thought of for mo- ment, the thing of re electing the professors who have been at the bo. tom of the mischief in running down public confidence in the Arkansas Industrial University. Their chairs are vacated. Let the trouble be put aside by filling with some one else.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
TO GIN OWNERS.

As am citizen here, l offer my services in the gin whettiBg business. III work guaran- teed. My work last season gave perfect satis- faction, Below will be found the names Of those 1 worked for last year and 10 whom re- fer: l.. N smith, Russeilville; Wells X Oates, and Mir. " hitesides. Holly Bend; Oates < O.. Potts Station: Edwards < Co., Mill Greek . Dow and Mac Bryant. Baker Creek; Mir. Hud- low, Morcland- solicit the patronase of the people. D. +. MooRy,
 nusselivilie, Ark.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

WHITE men who are members of Indian tribes are eligible for appoint ment as postmastTs under a recent decision of the Postmaster General. The appointment to these positions, however, is hedged about by difficult tics. the same as before.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

ology are better understood now than at any time in the past. The facilities for studying the original languages of the Bible are far better than since the world emerged from medimsalism. In my next, ] will write of the Revision itself.
 Respectfully,
 H. B. MILNER.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Important Notice.

The man who got my jack screw from Howell, White & Co.'S knows it, and so does Col. B. K. Rodgers, and notice is hereby given that if said jack screw is not returned to me forthwith and this advertisement paid for, l will proceed against him according to law. A hint to the wise is sufficient.
 J. D. WICK.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

Ar Richmond, Va., Friday, T. J.. Cluverius was sentenced to be hung on the 20th of November for the murder of his cousin, Miss Fannie Lillian Madison.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE present outlook is favorable to cotton and unfavorable to grain. This means low prices for cotton and high prices for grain, and is bad for the south.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

A GREAT deal has been said about MT. Blaine beng out of politics, yet he has rendered hls services to the republicans as a stumper Tn Ohio this fall. Mir. Blaine evidently does not want to be entirely forgotten by the American people.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

GEN. Grant has been the recipient of numerous presents since the late war, some of which are very costly. They are now in the hands of the government and will be placed III the museum at Washington.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE Arkansas commissioners to the New Orleans exposition have recommended to the Governor that their exhibit be removed to Little Rock for public inspection.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

DURING the past fifty years only five English Ministries have lasted longer than the one about to close, one of them being Mir. Gladstone's first administration.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

THE Texarkana Daily States is the latest venture Tn the newspaper field. It is handsomely printed and we'll edited, and bears ample evi- dence on it's face of pluck and stead fastness.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

TIE board of trustees Of the Ar kansas Industrial University, at its late setting at Fayetteville, conferred the degree of D. D. on Rev. J. H. Dye, one of the editors of the Arkan sas Methodist. Dr. Dye is an able and popular divine and richly de- serves the honor conferred on him.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

w. E. WOODRUFF, JR., the nestor of the Press in Arkansas, is dead. He established the Arkansas Gazette at Arkansas Post IN 1919.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

If you want to be tempted by the devil, just leave your religion at home when you go to your business.
 SHILOH'S CATARRH REMEDY, a positive cure for Catarrh, Diptheria and Canker Mouth, For sale by Har- key nors.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
NOTICE

Is hereby given to all persons interested in the estate Of E. C. Orrell. deceased, that will on the 2l st day Of July, lSsa, at the July term 1885 of the Pope Probate Court, present pc. tition to said court for an order to sell the lands and tenements belonging to said estate, or SO much thereof as may be necessary. to pay the debts and claims allowed against said es- tate. R H. HDCINS Adm'r de b0nis non of the estate of B.COrr.lt. ,lecid.
 Dan B. Granger, Atty.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

BARTHoLDI's immense statue Lib erty Enligntening the World" was enthusiastically received at New York last Friday.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

WARNING ORDER.-In Pope Circuit Court. Beltman, Bloom < Co.,, Plain:iGs, ys. Samuel Less, Defendant. The Defendant, samuel Less, is warned to appear in this Court within thirty days, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiffs, Belt man, Bloom & Co.
 JAMES PoTTs, Clerk. May 9tn 1885.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

MosE Harris wisely accepts the damages awarded him by the jury, and withdraws his application for a new trial.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
Administrators Notice.

Having been granted letters of administra- ton by the Probate Court of Pope County, on the estate of Mary Wick, de.eased. on the 18th day of April, 1885, hereby give notice to all as the law requires-within one ear, and if not presented witiD two years, said claims VIII be forever barred ]. D. WICK .Adm'r july23 of Mary Wick Estate.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

Do'st thou love life?-Tben do not squander valuable time,--for that is the stuff life is made of--but procure at once bottle of Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup for your cough and be cured. Your druggist keeps it.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

'sLives of great men always remind us that we are all subject to die" says an exchange, but never cough yourself away as long as you can raise twenty five cents for a bottle of Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

GEN. Logan says of Cleveland "He is a man of great force of char acter and trying to give the country A good administration"
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
May 9tn 1

WARNING oRDER.--In Pope Circuit Court Annie Cunningham, Plaintiff vs. Frank Cunningham, Defendant. The Defendant, Frank Cunningham, IS war IT, ed to appear in this Court within thirty days. and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff. Annie Cunningham
 JAMES PoTTs. Clerk. nv oS fQss
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

TIE mills of reform grind slowly, but in the end all the rascals will be invited down and out.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

NATIONAL bank notes are subject to taxation; greenbacks and govern ment bonds are not.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

TIE Arkansas Evangel is now printed and published at Little Rock.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

JAMES Archine and Wm. Parch meal, convicted of murder, will be executed at Fort Smith to morrow.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

A SNOW storm prevailed up il Michigan last Monday.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25
MALARION
sooTHEs
 THE KIDNEYS.
SOLD BY DRUGGISTS EVERYWHERE
Land for Sale.

Land for Sale. The undersigned owns , forties of upland, lying within E miles of Rus sellville, for sale, cheap for cash. Call at the Drug Store.
 J. NJ. HARKEY. May 21, 1885.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-06-25

TIE Ohio election takes place in October.