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Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18
FIRST GUN FROM LOUISIANA
4 VINO TRIUMPH Nv NEW or.
IEANNl

As was not expected by the Wing par.
~, the result OF the late election in Louis.
lana, is TO them most CHEERING
The four late members Of Congrcss from
;ha, s'n,c we've oil Locoiccoos
Ia the first and third districts the Whir,
offered no candidate q, this election, and Ibc
prescn, incumbcn,s nrc reelected wi,hop,
opposition, --Jno. Slidell in the first, and J
r. Dawson in the third
In the Cd district, Bannon G., Thlbonl.
coux, Wing, opposes Alcec l.abranchc.
Locofoco, who had 40 majority when cleo.
ted The wing majority, as far MS heard,
is increased, and The election of Mr.. Il. j,
rendered certain by majority of from
FIVE HUNDRED TO ONE THOU.
SAND VOTES. This gives US n GAIN
of one mcmber-and the returns rs FAR rs
received, renders j, almost certain tina, judge
Bordclow IWh,gl is elected in the lth, the
only remaining, contested district
There will undoubtedly bca Wing major
ity in the Senate and House. and probably
in he convention This places Louisiana
among the certain States for HENRY
CLAY and FRELINGHUYSEN, in
November next
This election, says the Albany Advcr-
tser is an event of importance 1t is the
first trial Of strength between The two parties
since the opening of the Texas question
and the result shows that even in the immc.
date proximity of Texas the position the
Wings have taken in regard 10 it, has not
weakened them.
We bid our friends abroad, be of good
cheer! Louisiana is true to the good cause
and its ablcsi champion, HARRY OF
THE WEST She has not bowed down
10 the Texas treason, and WILL NOT
DO sol
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18

Who are The Wigs, A New York
paper states as curious and striking fact
that all The survivors Of the College Of FIcc'
lois which cast the vote Of New York n,
Mr. Jefferson, in 1900, and all the suryiying
members Of The Senate and Of the Assemble
WHO r0ted for those Electors, are sliH
nh'gs and voted for Harrison in 1870 and
WI, u alive, vote for CLAY and FRE.
LlNGHUYSEN in ls44l Among them
are Gen. Van Cortland, Jas Burt Jpdge
y Woodbury., Ambrose Spencer and Erastas
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18

The Nashville Union, the organ of Polk
and Jackson, holds the following language
"We wish it borne in mind, that the OPP
pressive Tariff of 1912, has been condemn
ed by every true democrat, and by none more
decidedly than Mr. Van Buren, THAT IT'S
PROVISIONS ARE VIEWED WITH ABB
HORRENCE BY GOVERNOR POLK &
Alb HIS FRIENDS WE NEED NOT
REPEAT"
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18
JAMES X. POLK AND THE TARIFF

j .
In view of the perfect abandonment, by the
present Locotoco party of all principle and
the utter disregard exhibited by them Of
truth and decency in carrying on the present
con'est-it will be well for all interested TO
keep steadily before them the true principles
for which we are coniending.
AT no time and under no circumstance
have the Wing party sought to misrepresent,
mysiiiy, deny or cover up the measures for
which they have for long years been s,ruggl-
ing-thoueh this has been sufficiently charged
upon them, and that too, by party who, 10
save themselves, cannot name single mea
sure of policy upon which they can uni1edy
act What are the principles of the Wing
party Has there been single Wing gather
ing for the last twelve or fifteen years at
which they have not been fully stated, and by
resolution fairly expressed7 Can YOU put
your hand upon single Wing newspaper
where you do not find them! No. They
have become TO every member of The Who
party as familiar as household pords'-and
among The green hills of Vermont. thank
Heaven, The most humble of the men.be,s IF
mat party understand them, and know too.
who are The hiends and the enemies oftbem.
IL Is IN vain that the attempt is now made TO
olrec' The attention Of the intelligent freemen
OF vermont rom these important questions of
interest 10 them, by the scurrilous abuse of
'ne'r cdnd'dates nor can they be made TO
oeiieve that the party which has. in erery in.
stance when an opportunity has occurred.
sought to destroy these measures. are the
friends Of them,
And ye, we see the Locofoco press or the
North gIavely arguing this question to the
people Bv mis-siaiing, misrepresen,inp.
garoling' twisting and turning the language I
OF Al. Clay-and when tina, does M, ,nswer
The purpose, by ABSOLUTE FALSE.
MOOD and FORGERY they a,,emn, 70
make out 'ha, he has abandoned the p,o,oc
1--WE policy; and then, with singular cons;s
iency, they turn around and attemn, IN vi.
" appear that MI. Polk-who is. and ero.
.,'s oeeh coSFtssEDLy thorough going Free
'fade man, is just 'as good Tarig mar
Is mr. Clay So long as the sentiment. 40
views OF Mr.. Clay are in accordance ut
ahd give entire and perfect sa,isfac,ion
every iiend Of Protection in the uoion ~
only remains necessary to cite 10 his lon. -,
aeie defence of,his principle, and to po;,, u
ms a'duous and consistent course upon !,
90 lohe as he remains the chosen and
kho"ledsed head and champion of the n,,,,
sustaining this measure OF policv-we i'm.
g'ne that ], will no, be necessary n, 81
party to defend him against the ass,u,,.
one upon this poinD who has,, all ,;,..
manifested an utter hostility to ii. Blu, turn
ING from mr. Clay, lei Us examine some Of N.
g'opnes upon which we are 10 found ON, ~
He' Of lie correctness Of Mr.. Polk upop ~.
qoesuon-and the honesty Of bis most 49,,
lnends' who claim that be is as mucb 81 .
iaHh man as Mr.. Clay Ii will, we n,s
sumo be reeolleeied that imme dls,ely. ana
~ some lime after the nomination Of M,
r''A' no man ofthe Loeof party was,oLe
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18
IA RNERS LOOK HEREti

1.-The Wool-Growers consider the duty
upon foreign Wool as important TO their pros
peri'y. This opinion is founded in crror"-
James X. Polk.
"My opinion is Mok WOOL shouldIe duiy
free "-[ James X. Polk.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18

ne 81 LOUIS papers Of the % of, con.
am accounts Of the ravases of,he GOOD in
me Mississippi River and is ,ribu,,r;cs
which are SOL rising slowly. Accom-.
howe'ef' received 4, Louisville from tbs,
Place s'y had :! length commenced 70 5li
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18

When poke stalks produce hickory nuts.
and hickory trees produce poke berries. the
Loeofocos will probably be able to pass
Polk of for second Jackson.-Lou. Jour
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18

~ have no hesitation in declaring THAT
i AN IN FAVOR OF THE IMMEDIATE
ANNEXATION OF TEXAS TO THE u
NIrED STATES.r--Jamesk X. Polk to the cit
iscns OF Cincinnati, April 20, 1874.
Rutland herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1823-1847, 1844-07-18


To Me People Of Tennessee
The object which had in proposing 10
Governor Jones, at Carrollville. on the i2th
of April last, that we should each write out
and publish our views and opinions on The
subject Of the Tariff, was, that our respective
positions might be distinctly kno,on and under
stood By he people. That my opinions were
already fully and distinctly known, | could
not doubt, | HAD STEADILY DURING
THE PERIOD | WAS A REPRES EN-
TATIYE IN CONGRESS BEEN OP-
POSED TO A PROTECTIVE POLICY
AS MY RECORDED VOTE AND PUB
LISHED SPEECHES PROyE.-Since
retired from Congress ] had held the same
opinions. In the present canvass for Co
vernon | HAD ANOWED MY OPPOSI-
TON TO THE TARIFF ACT OF THE
LATE WING CONGRESS, as being high
ly protective in its character, and not designed
by its authors as rerenue measure. ] had
svowed my opinion in my public speeches
that the interests OF the country, and espe-
cislly Of the producing and exporting States
-REQUlRED IT'S REPEAL, and the res
toraton Of the principles of the Compromise
Tariff Act Of 1888
JAMES X POLK.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
FARMERS BEWARE,

lobserye in the Mississippi Democrat.
"a new paper printed in Carrollton,) under
the present classification arrangement in
New Orleans, The account of sales of cot
ton on the 4th, 9Th, and 9th December
instant. from "a TO ] | cents, having, in all,
seven different gradations settled upon by
the buyer.
Now, to me this is truly astonishing,
when the sale is confined 10 the States of
Mississippi and Louisiana, and that, too,
after season unsurpassed for excellence
in procuring the article unusually fair.
But our ignorance of localities may nc.
count for all this with the knowing ones.
Still, feel bound 10 say that the spacious
area or play.place Tor mind upon mind in
ollecting sales on an article so umphibolous
as to specific price as all the space from
81 to ! cents, and that by the first week
in December, is a case that calls for inyes.
tigaDion and close watching by the farmer
or his most experienced factor.
A FARMER, Of Carroll county, Nj.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
C 0 NJ NJ HHtratinup.

DEMOCRATIC CoNyENTlo.

DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION.
The democratic State convention, to DO
holden in Jackson, viii probably assemble
on the second Monday in June next, and
It bohooves the democracy to be up and do
ing that they may be properly represented
IA said convention. | would therefore
suggest to the democracy of Carroll, that
meetings be held in each beat, and dele
gates appointed 10 a County convention 10
be held IN Currollton on the first Monday
IN May, for the purpose of appointing de-
legates to tho State convention, and nomi-
mating candidates for the legislature, and
for county officers.
1t Is desirable that the party be fully re-
presented, and that every beat have its full
quota of delegates; and would name five
as fair number for oach-but it matters
not what the number may be so that each
beat be entitled to the same number.
| think the above plan tho best for tho
organization of the party, as it combines
convenience with equality, two of the most
beautiful features in the general policy of
the democratic party. But should others
think differently, let them speak out on
the subject, Immediately and unreservedIy,
as my object is the union of the party,
which alone is necessary TO ensure success.
DEMOCRAT.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

Tho old Harry-cO0n OF the West, and
his particular friends have a good deal Of
that delight which, in the language of Os-
sian. may DO called the 'Joy Of gufef"
These happy dogs, who sit "smllng at
griei," have discovered that tho Hermit
age presinci, and Mr. Folks precinct in
his own county, have given majority for
old Hal; and they would have US believe
that they are so Indifferent about the great
object Of ambition for which Mr.. Clay has
abored through life, that the qualification
afforded by this achievement, At the door
of the old chief is almost compensation
for The loss OF the presidency. "All for
honor, or the world well losi,n is their mot.
to-a sort Of Mark Antony consolation.
But these tricky fellows do not tell tho
public that this prodglous feat was per-
formed by new pack Of cards which they
introduced readyrstocked Wo see il sta
ted in the newspapers that new voters
were brought into the precincts in which
General Jackson and the President elect
reside, to produce this result---a matter
easily accomplished, as, in Presidential
elections, voter may cast his suffrage
where he chooses in the State.
If The influence which personal charac-
ter has exerted in the last election in tho
States Of Kentucky and Tennessee ia 10
be made The test Of the weight Of Mr.. Ciny
and Colonel Polk at home, we think fair
estimate is not likely to result very salts
factory to Mr.. Clay and his friopds. All
know that, in heated party times, no per-
sonaI considerations will induce the mass
Of voters to change sides Tue man who
makes the greatest impression upon tho
array of his political oppor. tents in tho
State in which he is most k nown, drawing
them over TO his supPt ut, has the best
right to boast Of pers onal popularity
And how does the Popularity Of Mr. Clay
compare with Mr.. Folk by this tesl
In the eleclio,, of 1910, Tennessee rave
majority OF more than 10000 for whig.
cry Mr. Folks popularity has cancelled
more 'hP.d 10000 federal votes, reducing
'ae p.rly preponderanco against him to
alp .ost nothing
Kentucky gave n federal majority 10
( Harrison Of upwards of $4,000. Ken
lucky was the banner State Of whigery in
1910. Mr.. CIay's want Of personal pop
ularity in his own State has lost his party
10000 Of the majority of 1910. Now as
Mr.. Polk has gained 10000 on his par-
ty's vote in his State, and Mr.. Clay has lost
10000 Of tho whig majority in his State.
1t mikes gap Of $4,000 between tho
personal popularity Of the candidates.
leaving Mr. Clay behind las tho Jockey
would say double distance. II is true,
the dominant party in the two States havo
saved Themselves, hut the coons must adj
mi, that they have had heavy rider;
and, by the way, we do not hesitate to ex-
press the opinion, from our knowledge Of
the skill of Mr. Clay's Kentucky friends
in colonizing, that, if the Kentucky vote
we're sifted out Of the border counties of
Tennessee, the electoral vote Of Mr.. Folks
State would be cast for him - IGiobc,
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
TENNESSEE SHINPLASTERs.

We imagine all will agree with us that
this description of "the better currency"
is becoming too plentiful in this section.
We handle precious little of the medium
Of barter, but the most of our receipts and
expenditures are made by means of these
printed rags, which are absolutely getting
to be a nuisance They are mostly one
and two dollar "promises to pay" issued
by paper money machines at Memphis and
Nashville. It should be borne in mind
that every one of these shinplasters super
cedes the circulation of gold and silver to
the amount it represents, and we hope, as
matter of convenience, if not as pre-
caution against future swindlng, that their
circulation will be discountenanced by the
community. Other portions OF the State
enjoy an almost unaduterated gold and
silver currency, and the whole State NAV
enjoy that blessing, if the people will it.
The Tennessee pedars in socks, jeans, &C.,
who annually wend their way here, to the
injury of regular local merchants who pay
taxes and form an important portion Of the
community, are the means Of scattering
this "curency," but they are cunning
enough to return with the yellow boys" or
broad castings The useful institutions
of our country" at Memphis and Nashville,
are giving much too wide an extension TO
the circle of their blessings"
BY the way, we have lately seen several
new bills issued by tho Commercial Bank
OF Manchester" at Yazoo Ciiy--the last,
we believe, Of its worthless tribe in this
State. Look out for them We learn that
the officers OF the law have taken meas
ures to draw the teeth Of this last of the
petty monsters, under the act Of the hor
rid locoloco legislature.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

ni,y. We cannot doubt what will be the
action of our government nor do we
doubt that nop, "a change has come over
the spirit of his dream" and that Santa
Anna is cursing the wings for inducing
him by boasting and betting short time
since, TO go so far, on the expectation of
their success, and that Of the distinguish.
ed men, like Adams and Clay, who had
given to Mexico proofs of their approval
Of her course"
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

-adjudged their banking, protective"
and other schemes, as partial in their ope-
ration, and unsuiied to the genius of our
Institutions of political equality. A like
decision will follow the attempt to ostra-
else our foreign population.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

RAILROAD ACCIDENT The bridge over
Bakers creek on the Vicksburg and Jack.
son railroad, gave way on the 18th, and
precipitated the whole train, except the To-
comotive, into the creek. Nc lives lost,
but several of the passengers we're badly
bruised, and Mr.. Wells, the conductor,
had his shoulder much hurt The bridge
was repaired in time for the cars to pass
the next day.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

F. C. JONES, EDITOR.
CAR ROL LT0N (;
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER IS, 1874.
a. W. hone onr friend, In Choctnn. TnlIn.

or WE hope our friends in Choctaw, Tnlla-
hatche, and other adjoining or neghboring
counties, viii use some exerions to procure sub
scribers TO the DEMoCRGT. Our columns will at
all times be open to matters touching the local
two counties named, in which there is no press
One of the publishers will visit those counties
within the coming fortnight, and we trust our
friends will encourage our enterprise by lbe-
raj patronage.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

MEXICAN AFFAtRs.-The article headed
" Return Of Gov. Shannon" will explain
:he state Of feeling between this country
and Mexico. British intrigue is busy at
work in this matter The voice of our
people demands the annexation Of Texas
at this session Of Congress, in defiance OF
Mexican proWess, British intrigue, and
even the opposition Of our own "respseta.
bic men such as Adams and Clay" to saw
nothing Of Tom Benton or the d.! Mr..
Tyler and the Secretary Of State, will
leave nothing undono to effect this pnr-
pose. Let Congress do its duty in carrying
out the behesi of the people.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

or The great length of the message ex-
cludes much other matter intended for this
weeks paper.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
CONGRESS-

Both branches Of Congress met at Wash
ington according to law. We nouco no
thing Of importance in the proceedings Of
the Senate the first week.
In the House, on the Sd instant, Mr.
Adams moved to rescind the 25h rule,
against the reception Of abolition petj,ons)
which motion prevailed.
MI. Petit, of Ia, moved that the chap
ans to Congress be paid by the private
contributions OF mam5ers-which was re-
jecIed.
Mr.. J. r. lngcrsoll gave notice OF bill
to amend the Naturalization laws.
Notice was given of a bill to reduce the
rates Of postage.
On the 4th, Mr.. Brit, of S. c, gave notice
of bill to reduce the duty on cotton bag
ging and gunny cloth,
Mr.. Duncan asked leave to introduce his
bill for casting the vote at the Presidential
election on the same day in all the States.
Leave was unanimously granted, aud the
bill read twice.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

SOUTHWESTERN FARMER We have seen, oe
casonslly, numbers Of this publication, edited by
our accomplished fellow-crafsman, N, G. NoRrn,
aud NJ. w. PnILLIFs, ESQ, Of Log Hall We
look upon it as the most useful work Of the kind,
to the farmers of this portion OF the Union, nov
extant. If Mr.. North will send US his prospeo.
tus, plan Of the publication, we will take plea
sure in laying it before our readers. The Farmer
is published at Raymond, Mi
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

JoHN JENKINS, Esq. is now editor of the
Vicksburg Sentinel. The number before
us displays energy and talent and we ten
der him our best wishes for success in his
new vocation.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
New Hotel,

N7lIE subscriber hayiDg opeged n Ho.
n, tel at CarroIton. in ths house for.
merry occupied by Jarnes Shirley, Esq. re-.
specially soicits share of public pa.
uonage' w. G. HALE.
I. ). My stables are good, and the best
attention paid to horses.
Dec. 20, 1874. off
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

THOMAS CoRwfv has been elected U, 9.
Senator from Clio, for six years from the
4h March ncxL
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

NAVIGATION OF PEARL RIVER. The
Southron states that a steam. boat, built
expressly, will soon begin to run in Pearl
river, between Jackson and ports above.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

Mr.. Clay's admirers attribute TO him the
remark, 81 had rather be right than Presi-
dent" Unfortunate man he is neither
Boston Post
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

o. The compliments Of the season--" mer.
ry Christmas, and a happy New Year''-to the
readers Of the Democrats especially 10 our whig
friends, who have lately had opportunity to be-
come "familar with sorrow" and pay for the
privilege, too Cheer up; young Hickory can
better endure the rigors Of a winters journey
to Washington and the siege Of he offlce.seek
ers, than can "old fiary,1--drinS long life to
the oil gentleman, in a bowl Of loaming nos 4,
build him monument, and let him stay aud
toast bis toes at Ashland. And may you and
he witness the return Of this merry season, IN
ill a score or more OF Democratic Presidents shall
have suceeeded Mr.. Polk in the chair Of state.
CrJ- General Jackson and the President elect 9,
have been invited to visit New Orleans on the
5th Of January, and a committee NJ one hun
dred appointed TO convey the invitation 10 them
at their ,i,olvo homes.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25
MR., JEFFERSON ON "NATlVEIsM''
The following is from Jciierson's first


message to Congress:
al cannot omit recommending a reyisal Of the
laws on the subject of Naturalization. Consi.
dering the ordinary duration Of human life, n
denial Of citizenship under u residence Of four
teen years is denial to greut proportion Of
those who ask it, and controls policy pursued
from their settlement by many Of the States,
aud still believed OF consequence TO their pros
perity. And shall we refuse the unhappy lugi.
tiyes from distress that hospitality which the ss-
wages of the wilderness extended to our fathers
arriving in this lindln
The recommendation was adopted, and
the term fixed at five years. We still
have millions of acres of unoccupied land,
the honest foreigner still fees hither from
oppression, and modern federalism would
extend the term of probation TO tpeniy.
one years.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

o. The intelligence of the result Of the
Presidential election, was received with
great JOY by our brethren in Texas. The
small portion of the people opposed to an
nexation were elated at the result look
ing upon it as a guarantee that they had a
friend and ally, able and willing to assist in
maintaining their independence.
This is ample rocompense for,tho groans
and waiIings ofthe stockholders and others,
whose speculative schemes have been de-
featcd by the election Of Mr.. Polk.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

MISSISSIPPI PENITENTGARY. The annual
report Of the Inspectors, Keeper, and Ply
stefan Of this institution, is published in the
last Mssissippian.
The nett profit for the past twelve months,
after paying expenses and arrearages, is
stated at $1,337 90. [Query-what per
cent. profit is this on the States Investment
in the pursuits of useful citizens II
The number Of convicts on the 9th inst,
was 90. During the past year have been
dIscharged-3 pardoned--2 died. One of
the convicts is reported to have been kept
in solitary confinement during the whole
of the past year, from refractory spirit,
and the keeper asks permission to use the
lash in such cases. Surely, the severity Of
the law which admits solitary CONTINENT,
with only bread and water, is sufficient,
without additional punishment
The physician reports but few cases Of
sickness during the year, and those yield
ing TO medical treatment in few days.
The present officers have doubtless used
much energy and industry in managing
the affairs Of the institution.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

OF We call attention to the communi.
cation of "A Democrat" and we take the
liberty of making the same suggestions to
the democracy of adjoining counties.
Mississippi Democrat. (Carrollton, Miss.) 1844-18??, 1844-12-25

DIXON II. LEWIS has been elected L. s.
Senator By lho Legislature Of Alabama,