The Arkansas banner., 1849-07-03
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 PFrpsrstions are being made tn tlsis ciy for de- rDenstrstion of sympathy in tht galian, struggle ef fhe Ronshs. who eon,snaiBg Ior their ilhes- ties aad independence against she most iormidable odds The Obyect deserves the cordial cs-opesaaion and kindly aid of all Republicans, especially of those of this great nation who, having experienced the blessings of free institutions, knew their Sane and can appreciate the exerios of others to realize like benefits for themselves. Never did people present themselves before the world in mere sub lime attitude than that occupied by the Romans. They have had something more than long estab- lished noparety to overthrow, aeep-scoted pteju- dices 10 conquer, and institutions u0d ideas 0 create They have had. iso, religious rEsjudices to contend sgsihss, ancient Theocraey to overcome, aHdsli ihsGeer and POwea impressions of religious teaching to subdue, in the glorious revolution which they have, thus far, so nobly sustained. The difi- eulues by which lhey have been surrounded en- nance the glory of their achievement. When last heard from, the Eternal City was holding oot with indomltable courage and hrmuess against the arms of two powerful kingdoms, asd one gigantic Fepub- lie. All that can be done by the courage, devotion and patriotism Of two hundred thousand peopie of
  all ages and sexes, will be done by the Romans But alas they sraightened for means, for muni- tions. and supplies. The arms which they had or dered from France to protect them against Austria, have never arrived. They fight against the regn- lars of oudihot and Radetzky with such weapons as our fathers hastily snaiehed 10 repeI the British mercenaries. They require, they solicit our aid, !, out active and efficient aid, as well as cur warm and cordial sympathy. Shall we refuse it1 Shall ment of our liberties, by foreign aid, refuse to give our sympathy and eo-operatioa a the eGoFis of the Romans, to follow our exampie2
 On other occasions, our republic and our people have extended their aid 10 the people of nations that wee struggling for their liberties When Greece cast of the Ottomar suie. and deyosed her sons 10 the Of liberty, orators. oar statesmen, our prominent men, exeried their highest efforts, and successfully, too, 10 kindle in inc bosoms of our people warm and vivid sy mpathy iu behalf of her gallant sons. So it was with the South American States-wah Texas, with Canada, with Ireland; in all these countries the people obtained effective aid and sympathy. Shall not be with the descend ants of those glorious Romans fo,D whom we have derived 90 much Of :he science that lluminates. tie eloquenee that anmates, and the poetry that charms every civilized race?
 The Italians in this eity-many of whom have been driven fem their country for their efforts 10 establish republicansm in thai classic and beauti- fol land propose 10 invoke the aid of our citizens generally, in furtherance Of the Roman revolution Contributions of any amount, whether in money or supplies, will be eheerfuiy accepted by them, and could moi be more wisely benevolently conferred meeting will be called in few days to organise the plan of these contributions. The leading men of civil authorities will participate in its pro- ! ceedings. The Italian residents of our city are famed for their beneheenee. we'll as for their io- teilgence snd good conduct. Their own character. apart even from the obvious justice of The cause for which aid is invoked. give every assurance that the contributions of citizens will be faithfully directed to the holy obec, of promoting the liberty and happiness of great and noble people.- Delta.