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The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

THERE is talk of an adjustment oi the difficulties between England and Russia, but it is only talk. Prepara tions and large ones, go on rapidly for war. While there is talk of peace there IS no prospect of it. The atti- tude now between the tw6 powers is one extremely beligerent. It points to nothing but war which the shrcwd est diplomacy may not prevent and of course neither power knows noth ing of square backdown. In case of war, our sympathy and judgement go with England. Her tremendous war ships and unlimited financial ability make her in contest thai largely depends on naval warfare almost invinclble. What effect the war will have on American interests if it comes, can hardly be told ex cept that it will put provisions up and it is thought cotton down. Il has already stimulated the Ameri can provision markets, and cleaned out all the surplus the country hat in that line. But cotton we can tell it's fate. We would like to set Its acreage cut down.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

IN another place will be found an affidavit of MT. C. o. Bates in regard to the outrageous treatment of young Taff of the State University, by some drunken students who wanted to vent their hate upon faithful stu dent who wished and dared to do his duty. It IS pity that a fair hearing was never given this case, and justlce done to one deserving better treatment than he got.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

ENGLAND's policy IS one of wisdom to use all possible means that are honorable to avert war with Russia. By this means she will enlist tine sympathy of the whole world on her side, if war must come, and when honorable means for reconciliation all tail them, you may look for some of the liveliest capers by the British Lion ever cut on that side of the big waters. The nation that thinks that the British lion lacks strength, will find out her mistake to her sorrow.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

men themselves. Thus became abnormally developed in my lowest nature. l grew bolder, and from being able to return shy glances at Gfirst, was coon able to meet more aaring oses, nntil tie wialsz became to me and whomsoever danced with me, one lingering. sweet and purely sensual pleasure, where hva.t beat against heart. band was Leld Tn hand, and eyes looked burning words which lips dared not speak. All this time no one said to me, ssYou do wrong" so dreamed of sweet words whispered during the dance, and often felt, while alone, thrill of joy indescribable, yet overpowcring, when my mind would turn from my study to ~rememuef piece of temer- ity of unusual grandeur on the part of one or another of my cavaliers. "Married now, with home and child ren around me, can at least thank God for the experience which will assuredly be the means of prevent ing my little daughters from indulg- ing in srcn dangerous pleasure. But if young girl pure and innocent at the beginning, can be brought to feel what have confessed to have felt, what must be the experience of married woman? She knows what every glance of the. eye, every bend of the head, every close clasp means, and knowing that. reciprocates it, and is led by swlfter steps and n surer path down the dangerous, dis honorable road"
 THE CURSE OF SOCIETY.
 Dancing, continued Mir. Hall, was the curse of society at the present time. It was an abominablc thing, and he prayed to God that there might soon be reaction of public sentiment with regard to 1t. He would continue to speak against 1t in no uncertain tones even if 1t cost him his clerical head.' X.
 Russellville, April P.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
Letters from the People
Appleton, Ark.
of the Democrat.


 Your correspondent has just re turned from Moriilton, having been summoned to appear before special grand jury to investigate the matter of killing the negro near Capt. P. H. Spears. We met special grand jury sure enough: for they were above an average. Also our worthy prosecuting Attorney was on the alert, and we hope they arrived at correct conclusions. In our letter of last week we expressed hope that the worst had passed and quiet had been restored; but on our return from Morrllton we found a very lengthy notice posted within hun dred yards of the school house in which prayer meeting has been run continuously for about two years, denouncing said meeting in the most desperate terms and the parties at tending It. and signed up by P. H. pears and R. s. Adcock. It seems they are bent on provoking our peo- pie to violence. Now, in spite of Spears, Adceck or any other living man the prayer meeting will go on. Some of the leading men of the prayer meeting are Messrs. J. s. Poe, F. NJ. Lemley, F. D. F.. Montgomery, Rev. w. W. Watkins, Rev. R. F. Black kburn, Rev. J. k. Sutton and a host of others that have not in any way interrupted these men. Now, gentlemen, you may invade part of Conway county, butw hope you will refrain from crossing the line into Pope. It seems to me that when the Sheriff of Conway county can do this with impunity we are in de- plorablc condition. In conclusion we want to repeat on our own res possibility that the prayer-meeting will continue to convene at the same place as usual at about ' 80 p. m.
 N. w. KUHN.
 N. B. The republicans here te a man stand by us in the prayer meet ing business, and we are only sorry that the Sheriff of Conway and Dr. Adcock cannot attend to their own affairs. K.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

ONE kind reference to the South was actually noticed in the columns of the Globe Democrat of recent date. This IS an insignificant fact and is only mentioned to show that it's editors liver is not ALL gall as has been thought. It is some com fort to know that there is one spark of sympathy in the mans soul al. though it be a spark. This is some thing of discovery in a man made of gall
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

WE have passed several corners in the new administration and yet we haven't heard the alarming intelli- gence which was predicted to cer- tain class of people in this country that the negroes would be put back in slavery. Do these darkies see the point now? An old Pope county citizen has a saying about the old prophets being dead and the young ones liars. These prophets must have belonged to the latter class.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

A COMMUNICATION from Hon. N W. Kuhn of Appleton, in regard to an infamous notice signed by P. H. Spears,ths present sheriff of Conway county, ,and R. s. Adcock of the same county appears in this issue. From it the gentlemen above named ap- pear to have gone into the business of interfering with mems rights to assemble and worship God according to their own conscience, under their own vine and fig tree. Breaking up prayer meetings or trying to in a peaceable neighborhood and conduct- ed by peaceabe citizens, is a new business indeed for a sheriff, and equally as infamous as new. The sheriff of Conway county certainly is hunting big job when he seeks to jump the limits of his own county, and by such dastardly measures to interfere with people in the quiet exercise of their God-given rights and freedom. This act of Mir. Spears illustrates one thing clearly, ,and that is the kind of man he is, and that he is not fit to be sheriff of Conway county. The people there would be justifiable in adopting proper steps to rid themselves of any such un worthy officer.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
WE will hear more of cholera thi

WE will hear more of cholera this year than for many years past. This is the year it has been predicted to pay us another visit. The predict ion counts but little in the matter ol its coming. It serves, however, tc attract public attention to it's move ments. Al. this will do no harm, but much good, if it will scare the peo ple just enough to make them clean up, and take one or two lessons IT practical hygiene.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
Cove Vicinity.
Correspondence of the Democrat.

Correspondence of the Democrat.
 As you have heard from other parts of the county in regard to the crops etc, I will drop you few lines from here (ncar the Coye) and In- form you that farming IS gong on here toe. All are about through planting corn and the most of it up and looking well-probably enough planted to feed the stock here through another year. But we have not learned yet to plant ''less cotton and more corn" Mr. John M. Brad ley has learned to plant .'all corn and no cotten," and MT. Jas. Brad ley has also learned to plant 'all cotton and no corn.' Mir. J. M. will probably make large yield of cot ton to the acre for his crop consists of only one acre and he can afford to manure and cultivate well. Mir. D. s. Hyatt has cotton up and looking well. 1 will tell you more of the crops In my next communication. .... Your correspondent from Alp pleton in speaking of the new settlers in and around that place mentioned one new comer named Jas. H. Simp- son. do not think they have bet ter man or sounder Democrat than he. I knew Mir. s. Tn Ala. Next time he writes l wish he would tell nae something about my old friend Rilt Crchranoa Ho io another Ia Democrat. L. NJ. CHISHOLM.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
A FIGHT every week or two, two 0

A FIGHT every week or two, two or three trials every week. Every little while a country fellow snatched by the marshal, and dragged to the cal aboose, and crammed in to get sober, and hundreds of dollars spent daily that ought to have been pald on in debtedness, or for something useful. This used to be the way with us. It will be again when we vote liquor back. Who wants to see it so?
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
IT bears repeating, that democra

IT bears repeating, that democrat ic victory of twenty or twenty-five thsusand in Michigan. The fates don't appear to have their faces set against democracy any more. They have changed front. and democracy laughs in the iushcs of victory, and goes to her task of government for the people by the people and of the people with zest and good will. Cleveland's administration will be a success.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

THIS is the only agricultural coun- try Tn the world, where it requires argument with the people to con vince them that their prosperity lies in producing what they consume-in selling, not buying farm products. The fact is too patent to need argu- ment anywhere else, and ought not to be so as to be mentioned here.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

CHOLERA and yellow fever are the dreaded plaques to mankind. Their very approach causes a panic of fear among the people, ,-and yet their ravages are comparatively nothing to what we have among us for com mon, without note of alarm. Cholera and yellow fever slay their thousands. Intemperance and dis sipation slay their tens of thousands.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

IT IS remarkable how interested republicans have become in Presi- dent Cleveland's administration. They have come to the point where they declare that he IS going to give the country good administration, but his party bad one. Tais proph- ecy is remarkable in the light of their prophecies of Cleveland before his election. Then the air was black with their evil predictions, all of which the country has seen to turn out false, and it will give no ear to thls new phase of republican proph- ecy. How can the president serve the country we'll and not the party well at the same timer Democrats are not fools. What are you talking about.S
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

1T IS long time till September, but without taking pains to wait, the modest men in the third district, have signifled that under tue pres sure Of friends, they will consent tc the hardship of term at Washing
 ton in place of Col. Jones, until tho number of their names begins tc take on large proportions. Watcl out for Col. T. c. McRae in that race
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

ToBAcco is simply useless GUS tom. Liquor costs money, time and moral character. It makes enemies out of the best of friends, and an ut. ter fool out of tue wisest man that ever lived. In the domain of hu man thought nothing can be thought Of halt so foolish--so unaccounta- bly foolish-as liquor drinking.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

IT costs money, time and morals to maintain the liquor trafc. If it cost the first only, it would be a drain which proper economy would demand to be dried up. Costing the first and second it is terrible load upon the ordinary conditions of pros perity, and costing all three, il IS a monster of dreadful import to the country. It's expenditure of money and waste of time is bad enough, but when you add it's vitiation of morals, it becomes monstrous nuisance which no country ought to tolerate.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
A Clear Head and a Strong
 Haarf.

If you muddle your brains with any of the whiskey compounds which are sold under the name of "bitters," and which topers delight in for stimulants, you do your system irreproachable mischief. Browns Iron Bitters is not one Of these. It promotes healthy ac- tion of the heart, liver and stomach. It cleanses and enriches the blood, and it's the brain for the best mental work. The best physicians prescribe it, and it is we'll worthy of a trial by all.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
MnIlein Vs. Cod Liver Oil.

pr. Quillan the leading authority Of Great Britain on lung diseases says, while one Of his patients gained only seven pocnds by the use Of Cod Liver Oil. sine gained over thirteen by the use of mullein. The old field Mullein made into a tea combined with Sweet Gum presents in Taylor's Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein q pleasant and effective cure for Group, Wheoping E. Cough, Cough, Colds and Consumption. Price 25 cts. and $1.0O. Ask your druggist for it. Mfc'd by Walter A. Taylor, Atlanta, Ga., prop'r Taylor's Premium Cologne.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

TIE troubles in Canada continue. An engagement between the Cana dian forces and the insurgents oc- cured recently at Fish Creek, Can, in winch the Indian rebels suffered considerable loss, and considerable loss on both sides.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
BY THE MAYOR.

To THE CITIZENS OF RUsSEIJ.vILLE.
 Special attention is called to the con- dition of outhouses, back alleys, streets, sidewalks, etc. All obnoxious or offen- s:ve matter are required to be removed from back lots, alleys and houses; all sidewalks cleared of Instructions, such as boxes, blows, etc., and all water closets, sinks and other low and foul places are required to be kept disinfect- ed with lime or eoperas. It Is the earn est desire of the council to improve the appearance aud sanitary condition of the town, and the hearty cooperation Of the citizens is desired and necessary that this object may be attained. Or ders will be issued to the town marshal to strictly enforce the provisions Of this proclamation. By order of the council.
 Given under my hand this 2lst day of April, 1885. J. E. RICHARDS,
 Mayor.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
What 80 Days Did for a Mem
 DhiS Butcher.

Opposite the Miss. and Tenn. depot we found MT. H. l.. Schmidt. He was born and raised in this city as bntch- CT. At the last drawing of The Louis- jana State Lottery he invested $5 in tickets, receiving five one-fifth tickets. and of these three drew prizes-one, No. s4 ,9S0, drawing $5, $5,00O.-Memphis Crenn.) Avalanche, March 24.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

TIE dreadful cyclone has again put in an appearance. One of con siderable damage visited in Texas last week. They are unwelcome wis itOrs.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

A MOVEMENT was attempted to be put on foot in the British Parlia ment to submit the matters of con- troversey between England and Rus sia to President Cleveland for arbi- tration.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

A NEW morning paper is to be started in Little Rock soon by Messrs. Smithee & Frolich, two we'll known and competent newspa- per men.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

THE Wheel candidate for County Judge was defeated in Jackson coun- ty last Saturday by a majority of three hundred,
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

TIE Arkansas Press Association meets at Helena the 9th, 7th and Sth of May. From there an excursion will be arranged to New Orleans.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

NOIlJE fOlt fU B lItATiON. Landotilce at Dardaneile, Ark, April 2i, 1SS5. 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 that sand proof will be made before tl 6 Register and Receiver at Dardanelle, Ark, on May 30th, 1885, viz:
 Twiggs Brown, lid entry No. I4,6i9, for the c 1s sw L sec I, tp [. n r l9 west. He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultiVa- ton of said land, viz:
 Y. j. Martin, J. w. Petray, s. l.. Brown and C. H. Boggess, all, of Potts station, Ark.
 A. c. LEMING, Register. May 2S.5t
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
News by Telegraph.
ANOTHER REPUBLICAN, REvoLTs.

oPkikGFlELD, lii., ApTil Z4.--nep- resentative George Terrence, who has heretofore supported General Logan for United States Senator, has sent to the Republican steering" committee a communication saying: II shall consider myself at liberty after this date to act as my judge ment dictates. l believe that there is conspiracy to defeat an election, and do not intend, so far as have the power, to avoid it, that it shall succeed"
 ALMOST A DUEL.
 WASHINGTON, April 24.-Some time since an interview appeared in the Post of this city with ex-Repre- sentative Whitthorne, of Tennessee, which was considered by Mir. Porter, the recently appointed Assistant Sec retary of State, also of Tennessee, as disparaging to him. The inter- view was copied extensively in his own State. He sent card to the Memphis Avalanche, in which he said: "As Mir. Whitthorne has serv- ed in Congress the people of Wash lngton knew him, and as the people of Tennessee knew both men, it was not necessary for him to comment upon the interview. The cx-Repre. sentative thereupon sent friend to Washington with note asking Gov ernor Porter to "go outside of the United States and explain the little matter" Governor Porter asked the friend is he knew the contents of the note. The latter replied in the affirmative. Thereupon Gov ernor Porter said: You will consid. CT it no affront then if 1 return the note to you" The note was return. ed.
 KILLED THREE MEN AND SURRENDERED.
 MEMPHIS. April 24.- Martin Mitch ell, who keeps the fishing grounds at Blackfish Lake, Ark, twenty miles west of Memphis, came here late last night and reported that he had shot and killed three men yesterday in St. Francis county, Ark, about twenty five miles west of Black Fish Lake. About two weeks ago Much ell was shot at by two men named Cummins aud Barton and slightly wounded. Yesterday he met them in St. Francis county, and a regular battle was opened between them. Mitchell says that Cummins, Barton ana another man who was with them opened fire on him. he returned then fire with Winchester repeat ing rife. Cummins was shot three times in the abdomen, Barton was shot through the body, and tile third man through the brain. Mitchell received one shot in the arm. He came here 10 deliver himself up to the sherlti of St. Francis counly. who was here attending the races.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
Dover Dots.

Correspondence of the Democrat,
 Health good Considerable rain last week. It is said the waters of Big Piney were higher than for many years; many farms on it were great
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

FROM our very latest advices it don't seem possible for war to be averted between England and Rus sia.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
PECIAL NOTICE.

TO PERSONS USING CEMETERY LOTS. Notice is hereby given to all persons who have intered their dead in ceme- tery lots and have not purchased the same, to. come forward and procure deeds at once.
 By order df the council.
 J. E. RICHARDS, Mayor.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

GEN. Grant celebrated his 63d birthday on last Monday, the doc tors to the contrary notwithstanding.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
THURSDAY, APRIL 30. 1885

PoLlr1cs in the State capital are glowing to white heat.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30
MALARION
sooTHEs
 THE KIDNEYS.
ALEX BORG. BOOKSELLER, STA TIONER AND WALL PAPER
 DEATER NO. 119 MAIN ST.
SOLD BY DRUGGISTS EV'RYWHERE

DEALER, NO. lI3 M AIN o1. LITTLE ROCK, ARK., March 20, 1885. satanta Medicine Co.,, Little Rock. Ark. GENTs-I have been using your cough medicine in my family for some time, and have received more relief of same than any l have used before, and am pleased to bear testi- mony to the virtues of your medi- cine. Respectfully,
 ALEX BORG. For sale by J. W. Wells, Wholesale and Retail, Russellyille, Ark.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

It looks as though GeLeral Grant will get we'll in spite of disease and the doctors. He IS very hard man 10 kill
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

The Grand Old Party is stricken with consternatien. Several of it's office holders have resigned their places at the public crib.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

No new appointments to office in Arkansas this week.
The Russellville Democrat., 1885-04-30

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The Warner weekly sun. (Warner, Brown Co., Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1885, 1885-07-17
Planetary Events Of July.

July Is not unfruitfulin planetary eve nts,
says the Providence Journal. Jupitera and
Venus, the most brilliant member OF the
suns family, are both invisiblein the west,
Jupiter travelling westward and Venus east
ward. They are approaching each other SO
rapidly that, though at the beginning OF
the month Jupiter sets two hours later than
Venus, at its close there are but fifteen
minutes difference in the time OF their set
ting. Mercury, though invisible, follows
swiftly on the track OF his more distin,
guished fellow planets. passing Venus and
nearly overtaking Jupiter. Regulus comes
In for his share or attention, both Mercury
and Venus passing near his domain. sat
urn treats us almost TO an occulation,
making an appulse to Eta Geminoraim
Our fair neighbor, the moon, beside follow
ing her usual round, kindly occults Aldeba'
ran on the 9Th, and hides Uranus from
sight on the 10th, for the pleasure OF Oh
servers further south.