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The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Aid for Kansas.

l see from several of the papers publishedin in Georgia, that the citizens of that State feel great interest in the affairs of Kansas and that several societies have been formed for the pur- pose of raising Kansas cmgratins funds" to couuteract the effect of funds raised by the abolitionists fanatics and other evl-minded individuals in the northern States believe with the Georgians, that the south should not rest easily, but be up and doing; now is the time to arrest the freesoil abolition doctrine and its effects, and as the northern ialiuduals are raising men and money for the purpose of abO- Gtionizing the slave State of Kansas, 1 wish and hope every citizen of the south friendly to southern institutions, will lend their aid in se- curing to Kansas her constitutional rights, and propose that shareholders will subscribe and pay over immediately to the Governor, Cor should there be meeting of the citizens, and persons appointed to receive and dispose of said funds,) then to pay over to said commit tee the sum of one dollar for each slave he possesses over ten and under sixty years of age. Of course there exists no power to levy such tax, except sef-interest and self-protecton; to aid in contributing to destroy or neutralize the effects of aid received from the north. I hope all shareholders will give this matter their se- rous consideration and furnish such aid as they may think right and proper, and also call the attention of their neighbors to the great in- terest and vitality that this subject presents to tho D,-
 funds can be raised sufficient not only to coun- teract all northern influence, but efIectuallv put quictus to the slavery agitation in Kan saS. Already majority of the citizens of
 Kansas have determined to make Kansas slave State, and it only remains for the south
 to "clinch :" what has already been done to counteract the aid received and being received from the north; and Kansas will not only ap- 1 ply, but will be received as a slave State, and in case the north should dare refuse her on the ground of slavery, then we of the south will welcome her to a constitutional, law-abid- ing State rights southern confederacy.
 Think of this Mr. Editor, it is well worthy the attention of all. It is platform that all southerperS can stand on, without compromising their principles, or interfering with their pou- cal aspirations You are authorized to sub scribe for me one hundred dollars and the mo- ney shall be forthcoming when applied for by the Governor or any one appointed Uy mass meeting in any county in this State, and if not applied for before the first of January next will send 1t to the Governor of Kansas to be used as he sees proper, for the use and benefit of that State.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
IialS1S.


 We publish this morning communication from planter upon the Arkansas river, propos- ing to raise funds to assist southern mmigra- ton to Kansas with view to make it slave State. It is a capital idea. Other southern States that are less immediately interested than Arkansas are assisting, why should We not?
 Will not some of our citizens move in the matter, call meeting, and appoint commit tee to receive and forward the funds that those owning slaves among us are willing to appro- priate to the cause? It is well known that the abolitionists are thus encouraging the inn migration of free -soilers to Kansas-let us off set their movements by similar action upon our part. Kansas is bordering State to Arkansas. and if it is abolitonized, it will infict serious injury upon our people. We believe that eve. " man in the State owning slaves will cheer fully contribute to encourage southern immi grafton to that territory.
 Who will lead the way? Gentlemen of Lit tie Rock, let us hear from you. The writer in our paper to-day, informs us that he is rea- dy, at any moment to advance his one hundred dollars.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Our Great Moral Censor.

For the twelve years, last past, we all heard much of Boj Jol0son's drunkenness. It has been the theme upon which his interruptions enemies loved to insist. No matter how unjust the charge-it has been urged with q rancorous de- hght-dwelt upon and gloated over It is Borland's favorite, when every other accusation against Robt. ". Johnson fails him. He urges it--repeats it-reiterates it-dwellS upon it.
 Dr. Borland having been member of church-though now a backsIdel-he pre- sumes to lecture the world upon temperance, morality, piety. Speaking of the leading de- mocrats of Arkansas, in the las, Gazette, he says:
 Courage, gentlemeu, and little more per severance. All Of you may uot get to be Go- yenors, or Judges, or members of Congress; but, what may serve as we'll and be quite as suitable, some one Cor more) of you may be promoted to the privilege of getting drunk with BoJ Johnson"
 -And ree acW o1i-or be allowed to join the church with Dr. Borland, and, under the cloak of piety, introduce and recommend prostitute as suitable teacher and companion for the daughters of Ararsas
 As all example of the manner in which the ptous Doctor wormed hs mistress in here as school mistress, here Is what he said of her. in the Banner, of which he was then the editor:
 Without deeming 1t necessary on this occa. sion, to urge, upon all enlightened people, the paramount interest of female education, and without reference, or disparagemcnt, to tue schools already existing here we express the oplnon that such an institution, as Madonte d dEStinaUCiNe desires to establish, would be a valuable acquisition to the most favored com munty; and we cherish the hope that it will not be suffered to fail of success for want of due appreciation in Little Rock"
 Not being duly appreciated, however, we suppose, the pous Doctor made another appeal few weeks after the above, as follows:
 "The position in which tls lady is, thus pre- sented to our community, is one of peculiar in- teresf, of great moral force and beauty. A lone and delicate female, endowed with all those native qualities which adorn her sex, highly accomplished and refined, relying solely, yet cheerfuly upon her own personal exertioDs for means of personal independence she offers the richest tribute to every family-a finished education for their daughters! Will not this tribute be accepted? Is there one to reject it.. Is there an individual of her own sex, whose generous sympathies will not pour forth to en- brace and sustain her? Is there man, whose heart will allow him to withhold his active ex- ertions in behalf of her, and of her noble en- terprse-whose manhood can refuse its cordial advocacy and promotion of her success?'
 Thus wrote this Joseph Surface. Thus, ser pent-like, he stole into the confidence of the community, which he badly abused by palming on them his paramour, as an accomplished tuto- ress for their daughters. Is he not pretty fellow to set himself up now as the censor of the public morals?
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Cairo and Fulton Railroad+Its
 pr0snectS

Below we give an extract from letter re- ceived by gentleman in this city from Judge Cross, who is now engaged in canvasslng the counties of South East Missouri, along the line of the Cairo and Fulton railroad Although not written for publication, we have been per mitted to copy it into our columns. We doubt not it will be read with great interest and grati ficaton by every friend of internal improve ment in Arkansas.
 Judge Cross is laborng zealously in behalf of the Cairo and Fulton railroad and he has unlimited confidence in its ultimate success We anticipate tlatterng results from his mission to South East Missouri and Cairo His cour- teous manners and gentlemanly bearing secure him friends wherever he goes while his inti- mate knowledge of the subject of railroad en- terprises in this State enables him to impart tc its friends in Illinois and South East Missouri reliable information.
 Judge Cross letter below given. will be found intensely interesting. The Judge is deserving we'll at the hands of the people of Arkansas The generous sacrifices he is now making il laboring abroad for the Cairo road. entitle hin to the applause of the State.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
The Outrases at the New Orleans Flee.


 The New Orleans Christian Advocate of the 16th ult., contains the following forcble and just remarks on the shameful occurrences at the seventh and ninth precincts:
 BALLOT BOXES DEsTRoYED.-Last week, in our local columns, the elections held in the par lsh the Monday previous were reported, with startling and ominous gap in the figures, filled out with the words, ballot boxes de- stroyed'
 " Two precincts were invaded by ruffianS at night, while the commissioners were counting out votes-the boxes seized and their contents scattered or burnt
 " In consequence, numerous contestations ot elections have followed with which our courts are now occupied.
 "As yet we have not heard of any arrests of offenders, or whether they have been identified. There is the usual partisan crimination and Ie- crimination, but nothing short of relentless fer. reting out and condign punishment of the of- lenders can atone for this outrage upon our common laws. A vital stab has been given them. Not the purity, but the very existence of the ballot-box is jeoparded. Than 1t the per son of a king should not be held more nviolabe. And yet, we fear our citizens are so much taken up with the side issues as to loose sight of the main one in this grave matter. The crime and the criminals are getting away, while they are adjusting the ins and the outs of office. The sternest justice, the purest patriotism and the highest morality demand that these ballot boxes be so avenged as never again to be destroyed"
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
New Orleans Election Riots.

The following extract from letter received by gentleman, in neghboring county, from afriend in New Orleans, shows up the villainy practised by the Know Nothings to carry the city. The two wards, of which the ballot box es were destroyed and the tickets burnt, were democratic. The Know Nothings knew the city had gone democratic and that they were badly beaten, unless some villanous means could be resored to that would frustrate the will of the people, The following shows the manner in which they accomplished their pur- poses:
 This State goes for the democrats, and by large majority if the remaining returns come in as those so far received. Mississippi goes the same way. Hunt is beaten here for Con- gress Eustis, Know Nothing, would have been beaten but for the shooting and beating the foreigners from the polls in the third district of this city. Some seven hundred votes were re- jected in the city where the voters presented their naturalization papers regularly issued by the courts of the city-all of them will sue the inspectors who rejected the votes, and Mir. Ben Jamln says every one will recover damaces.- Not satisfied with all this, Know Nothiuo
 
 mob broke into the rooms where the inspectors were counting the votes of the 7th and 9th precincts, destroyed the ballot boxes and bur all the tickets. Fortunately the vote for Cover nor and sheriff lad been counted, vet the Know Nothing inspectors refused to return the vote to the proper ocers--the 7th gave 249, the 9th 61 democratic majority
 A mandamus was issued by one of our courts and is now being tried to compel the return"
 But the Know Nothings have been frustrat ed In their outrages By the mandamus spo- ken of in the above letter, the Know Nothings were compelled to make the returns, which gave the election 10 Bell, the democratic candidate for sheriff
 Who ever heard of such outrages before the organization of the Know Nothing partv?- When before were such outrages justified in this government, the very essence of which, is the principle that the majority shall rule?- What is the use of laws? Of what value is the right of suffrage, if secret, oath h-bound bands of men can, in open day, destroy the ballot boxes and frustrate the will of the people?
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Railroad Lands.

We call the attention of the public to an ad- vertsement of Mir. Beebe in regard to the sub- ject of -emption upon the Cairo and Fulton lands If the facts he states are correct, the serious attention of the commissioner of the general land office is demanded to the subject; and we call upon our delegation in Congress to present the matter to him and procure such in- structions to the register of this city the demands.
 These lands are the only hope of the State for a railroad and we do not wish to see them lost, or the company entanged in difficulties with our citizens about the titles to them. We hope therefore our delegation will attend to the matter immediately. The business of select ing the lands is going on rapidly. and those be- longing to the government will be restored to market early in the spring.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Important Hints to Correspond
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ln preparing communications for newspa- per, you should never write on but one side of yourpaper, ,and your hand writing should always be very plain. Fourishes, above all things, are detestable. They not only mar the legibility of a hand writing, but also its beauty. When your writings cannot be read easily by the printer boys, they are thrown aside. You must not appeal to the editor, for fhe can read them, he has not the time to copy them.
 Always be as brief as possible. Leave out all prefaces, and commence at once, upon your sub lect Avoid all unnecessary words and sentan- ces. We have not space for lengthy commu- nicatons and, besides they are never read- Never write Gin haste;;" if you have not the leisure to write l0eH, don't write at all. Take pains revise your article and strike out all re- dundant words and sentences. We have often rejected good communications, because they were too long. With little labor you might express yourselfi in twenty lines, while in writ ing hastily, you would require fifty. Every one likes to read short articles-nobody reads your long, winded ones.
 Don't depend upon the editor to correct and e-wrte your communications, for, if you ao, they may never reach the public. You ought not to impose upon him the task of correcting yo,u writings, since very often he is compelled to neglect his oacn for the want of tme
 Always send your name with your commu- ncation. If you are not willing to trust the editor with your name he will not trust you ,oittout it, and he therefore pitches your com municaton into the fire. Your name is neces- sary to prove your sincerity.
 When you assail any person or cause, do so in as courteous manner as possible. It IS al ways better that your facts should be stronger than your language. Mere abuse, the mere calling of hard names never has any effect When you denounce aman harshly, you should be able to make out clear case against him. Remember, too that you are responsible for what you write. An editors responsibilities are great enough without assuming those of others.
 When the above rules, which, we believe, are such as are laid down by all editors to their correspondents, are compiled with, and your com munication otherwise possesses matter of inter- est to the reader, we will cheerfully, gladly give it publication. The reputation of our paper depends upon the matter it contains aid, therefore, in justice to ourSelf, we cannot pub fish any thing that possesses no interest in itself or that is not well written.
 For facts, occurrences, etc., we always feel thankful to our correspondents. They are al- ways acceptable, and as they add to the use- fulness of a newspaper, the editor is remune- rated for putting them into shape.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Democratic Meeting in Yell County.

In note from our democratic friends, Messrs. Timothy Haney, Wm H Fei1d, jr., John c. Haney, P. s. Cofrey, and Wm. J Parks, we are requested to state that there will be a DEMOCRATIC MASS MEETING AND FREE BARBECUE at Mr. TIMOTHY HANEY's on Srring Creek, near Danville, in Yell county, on the 18th of this month. "The whole peo- pie without distinction of party are invited to attend"
 We are rejoiced to see that the democrats still keep up the excitement While Sam is silently working and planning, at the " dead hour of midnight" the democracy are rally ing around their standard in the broad open day. Democrats have nothing to fear-there- fore nothing to conceal; nothing to be ashamed of-therefore they meet and consult in day. Eebt before the world. It is of such party we are proud to be member.
 We regret that we shall be unable to accept the flattering invitation extended to us by the committee of the above named gentlemen, and be with them on the 18th inst. Our labors here are too many and too constant to admit of our absence We hope our friends in Yell may have pleasant time of 1t.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
FEMALE EDUCATIoN.-By reference to oul

FEMALE EDUcATIoN.-By reference to our advertising columns it will be seen that the Rev. SAMUEL STEVENSON, with Miss Eliza A. Webb, teacher of music, French, etc., and Miss Gale donia Mckoy, as assistant in the English depart meyat, has established an institute at Arkadel- phia, in Clark county, for the education of young ladies. During last year he had over sixty pu- pills, to the parents of whom we learn, he gave the utmost satisfaction. His tenth session will commence on the first Monday in February next.
 The Rev. Mir. Stevenson has acquired the confidence of the community in which he lives and has taught so long. He comes to us highly recommended as an excellent teacher, with ac- complished ladies as his assistants.
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
prOy.StOnS

Tn the provision market no movement If any importance had taken place since the da parture of the Canada. Prices generally wer, unchanged, and on the whole a moderate 5o mand was prevailing.
 In pork fair business is reported to bavo been doing, and the beef market IS stated tn have been rather active. The sales of the lat. ter during the week are reported to hava amounted to 2OOO tierces at full rates. The lard market is reported unchanged.
 General European News. The principal item of news in relation to tbo existing war in Europe, brought by the Allan tic, Is the announcement of brilliant Turkisb success in Asia.
 The forces under Omar Pacha were attacko1 with great resolution and determined effort 6T the Russians but after battle which astoi five hours, the latter were signally defeatel Their loss is estimated at 400 in killed, anI that of the Turks was 70 killed and 2oo wounded.
 The Turks attacked the Russians at tbo point of the bayonet, and never achieved more credible success.
 It was rumored, at the latest accounts. tb,, the Russians were about to raise the siege of Kars, in consequence of this defeat.
 
 From the Crimea, the Atlantic brings vs no thing reliable. It seems to be generally ,ra. sumed that both armies would be compelled ., once to retire into winter quarters; and vot there was a vague expectation of important operations.
 Nicolaief.
 The report that the bombardment of NicoI aief had been commenced previous to the de- parture of the Canada proves to have been unfounded.
 Sweden.
 Although the subject of Gen. Cranrobert,s mission to Sweden is generally discussed, no. thing positive respecting it had been ascer taned.
 Nicaragua Minister Recalled. WASHINGTON, Nov. 3O.-Senor Marcoeta Minester from Nicaragua to our government has received his recall.
 Congress.
 Great excitement prevails throughout this city in reference to organizations for the ar- preaching session of Congress.
 In the House of Representatives, the fusion. ists will probably run the Hon. Lewis D. Campbell, of Ohio, for Speaker and the demo. crats the Hon. Howell Cobb.
 The Know Nothing party is irremediably split.
 The Hon. Win. Cullom of Tennessee, will probably be elected clerk
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Great Excitement in Platte Copntv
 Missouri


 Chicago, Nov. 24-Thore is much excitement In Platte county Missouri concerning the return of George Park to ParkSville. Park was for merly chief editor of the Parksvile Luminary. Early last summer the office of the Lumnary was sacked, the press thrown into the river, and the editors driven from the county on account of their abolition proclivities. Park has recent ly returned to Parksville, and ascertaining this fact, committee appointed by the citizens of Platte city went to Parksville and demanded that Park be delivered up to them. The citi- zens of Parksvile refused to give him up whereupon threats were made to burn the town. The citizens of Parksville held a meet ing, organized large force, and have resolved to defend themselves. Here the matter rests at our last accounts The most intense excite ment IS felt throughout the whole region
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Dr. Borland's Triumph in Massa-
 chusetts

Gov. Gardner over whose election Borand recently crowed so heartily, is unquestionably an abolitionist At the convention which mo- minated him he said, confess am an anti slauery man! IaoW oppose in public and pr1vate hfe tue oggressions cf Slauery, 80 help me God, 80 long as hue." In speaking of Judge Kane who endeavored to enforce the fugitive slave law, Gov Gardner, characterized him as "an intamous slaue catching commissioner at Phzaaez- phia, V1lo Ihope aOiN be impeachea for las conduct betore he nert Congress, and aoere IAere / aoou1d cheeJilly give my cote for such impeoctment"
 Comment upon this, here at the south, is un- necessary. The Know Nothing party are well come to the honor of having elected Gardner Governor of Massachusetts. We turn him over cheerfully to pr. Borand. As for ourself, we are indifferent between the northern Know Nothings and the black republicans. They are of the same feather, and the triumph of either of them promises nothing but a war upon the south
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Benton County.

In a letter dated the 9th ultmo, the writer, who is leading man in Benton county, writes that the dark lantern gentry keep their holes in Benton county l assure you the democra- cy here are awake and will make their mark next August. A. B. Greenwood gave the Know Nothings thunder here the other day. He made fine speech and it aroused the de- mocrats very much.
 Will the traitor Borland run against Conway for Governor? Will he have the impudence, think ye? l wish we could get him out be- fore the people. As for Jim Yell, he will run for ary thing. He is like poor boy at frolic"
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Another DpmOcrafic Victnrv

"Sam" is too young in NEBRASKA as well as here at the south The democrats have beaten him in NEBRASKA Territory terribly. Wherever Sam shows his head, except in Massachusetts among the abolitionists he is sure to get it thumped.
 In Nebraska, the democrats elected Byrd B. Chapman, their nominee, as tho delegate to Congress-
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11

0T The Washington Star is satisfied that there is no truth in the report that Mir. Dobbin, Secretary of the Navy, intended to resign his position in the cabinet. The Star says:
 It is we'll known that he has for some time been sufferer from bronchial affection. Though now evidently in better health than he enjoyed some months ago, his friends are deslrous that he shall spend portion, at least, of the approaching winter in more genial (southern) cline. We trust that, yielding to their persuasions, he will make such visit to Florida, or elsewhere in the south"
The true Democrat., 1855-12-11
Sweden.
British Profession of Friendship.

Washington, November 27.--Dispatches state that the English government is very profuse in its professions of friendship towards the United States, but is at the. same tune very dillatory in giving satisfactory replies to our minister in re- gard to the recent violations of the neutrality laws Mir Buchanan expresses the opinion that this procrastinaton is resorted to in the hope that something will turn up'' to relieve the British government from it's present dilem- ma