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The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
"A Habit of Reverential Obedience .. to the Laws"

Our sono now is of the know nothing plat form. Every body, we presume, has read 1t, from article l, wherein the Almighty belng Is acknowledged, to article XIV, wherein Its vo- tares are absolued from their oaths to conceal the existence of the order, their membership and their places of meeting. Every body, we presume, has read it, but no body, we can hard ly believe, has ever read such string of high sounding, meaningless, hypocritical phrases
 We wish to invite the attention of the public to that part of the know nothing platform, which inculcates 70 habit cf reverential obcdi ence to tue Au,us ,c1etber national State or mun- cipal," and then point to the bloody tragedy en- acted, on election day, in New Orleans. Was there ever difference before so wide, so glarinS so unhallowed, as that between know nothing profession and know nothing practice. In vio lation of all law-in violation of humanity 1t self-a row was raised in two democratic ward; by the know nothings, men were butchered and the ballot boxes destroyed. By this out rage, the voice of the people was stiHed, the democratic candidates for city offices beaten and the know nothing ticket carried by mea gre mojority. Innocent men, whose only crime was their emigration to this land of liberty iron the despotsm of the old world, were hunted and shot down in their tracks. The scenes o bloody Monday" in Louisville, were re-en acted in New Orleans in all their horror; ant this, too, by men protesting "protoundly t1 tense American .tseling," and habit of re0ere'l tial obedience to the A,os'! Shame - shame where is thy blush!
 No political party in this Union, before, eve thought it incumbent upon them to " acknowl edge the existence of God" or to profess ; ".abit of reuerental obedience to tue la,os," anc no party has ever so outraged both man an God-so tramped upon all law, civil and di vine. But so it is, al,oays; those who promis much, perform but little-those who boast tn loudest, are the least to be trusted. Kno nothing professions will soon become as provel bial as Punic faith'' "a by-word and rt | nrOach
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Extract of Letter from Independence
 County.

A Know Nothing council was organized al Round Pond some time during the spring or summer, which seemingly fourished for few months; but signs of decline have been mani fested for some time. Long faces of the mem- bers, disposition to waive the subject of Know Nottingham whenever mentioned, and finally aoitlsdra,oals of the members-all boding no good 70 the concern, have been manifested, and in few more months, l think the Know Nothing council at Round Pond will be numbered with the things that were.
 It is becoming obvious to all, that Know No- thingism has eliminated, and is now fast reced- ing from the favor of the people, The latent talent and energies of the true democrats and potriots have every where been aroused, and we hear their voices, electrified by true patriot . ism, appealing to all to help to preserve the constitution and save the Union from religious bigots, ianaticism and abolitionsm.
 AGNES.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
More Withdrawals.


 We are in receipt of most excellent lette, but too long for publication just now signed bv eleven gentlemen, announcing their withdrawal from the Know Nothing lodge at Scotts Prair. Carroll county.
 They have withdrawn-1st because they d.. sire to be free to vote as their judgment dc tates.
 2d, because they do not approve of the pro scription of individuals on account of tbai, birth place.
 3d, because they are opposed to proscrbin, individuals on account of their religion. Thev deem such prescription contrary to the ccnstin. tion and the laws of the country.
 4th, because they "oJject to ce,taia printelao. cuments sent to Neir council from Littte Rock ool ling for money and asking them under no circym stances to run any candidate for office unless then can elect him; thereby compelling them wbs in minority to ignore an issue, so that when democracy sleeps they may sheer her of bc, strength. As men who profess honesty they would love their standard to be unfured and 1 Cnelr chanpoh Ill the neld."
 5th because they disapprove of the secrecy in toto.
 | 9th, because the country is in danger from northern fanaticism, and the Know Nothinc party cannot carry single northern State upon the slavery article in its Philadelphia platform every single council in the north having repu. diated it, and adopted instead thereof, abol ton platforms while to the northern democra cy alone the south can look to sustain her in the approaching struggle between slavery and abolitionism upon the question of the adms. sion of Kansas as a slave State The letter concludes as follows: "Those of us who were hertofore democrats return with Ijoy to our first love. Those who were whigs are still 50, but their organization being broken up, claim, for the future, no party, but country and expect to cooperate with that party whose organization is national, whose aims are their country's prosperity, and whose war cry is op- position to religious prescription and secret po- l litical societies."
 Respectfully yours etc. J. L. PATTY, A. NJ. DESHIELDS, THOS. BRANNUN, JNO. c. SHIPMAN. JAS. SHIPMAN, JOSIAH PATTY, HENRY HILTON, H. w. NORDEN, R. DOLBS, E. TARTAN,
 JOHN WILDEN.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
4he Post-Office and the Gazette.

We are requested, by Mir. Reardon, post master at this place, to state to the subscribers of the Gazette at Princeton, Dallas county, that the reason of the failure of their last Gazette was, because it was misdlrected by tue publishers to Benton, Saline county, was sent back to this office by the post master at Benton, and by Mir. Reardon delivered to the publishers again. Mir. Reardon suppose. the package thus misdrected was for Princeton, as it contained papers to in- dividuals he recognised who live there.
 We suppose now we will have another col umn in the next Gazette against the post mast CT for the failure of his paper to reach his sub- scribers. His own errors, Dr. Borland slurs over. He once withheld his papers from the mails until they had left, and then charged up- on MT. Reardon the fault of not sending them When Mr. Woodruff was post master, he went farther still. He actually accused Woodruff o opening his letters-a penitentiary offence.
 3orand is capable of prefering charges ht knows to be false. He did so in Woodruff ,: case, and has since acknowledged it. He did so against Mr. Reardon when he withheld his papers until the mails had left, and then blam- ed Mr. Reardon for their failure.
 The complaints of Borand against MT. Rear don are not believed by single citizen, demo- crat or know nothing, in this city. The bitter est know nothings here unhesitatingly pro- nounce their contempt for his charges. But Dr. Borland intends his efforts for the country where Mir. Reardon is a stranger, and his owr unscrupulousness unknown.
 The following letter we received last week from an honest man, who steps forward volun tariIy to offer his testimony in behalf of ont whom he knows has discharged his duties faithfully. It is refreshing now and then tc read such a letter:
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
immigratiOa-The Testimony of Know
 Nothing.

The Chronicle is candid enough to admit " that immigration this year falls short of that of last year nearly one half; while the number of those who returned to their old homes in Europe, within the last eighteen months, is quite large, and is constantly increasng"- The Chronicle also admits that, by this reverse of the tide of immigration, the country has sustained "Me enormous loss during tue present year, of Mousand, of men and millions of mo- ney."
 It also further admits that this loss "is chargeaJle in considerable degree, Co tue Anaeri- can party"
 We submit these things to the people of Arkansas as the admissions of Know Noth- ing paper. The Chronicle not only makes the admissions but defends them as facts honora- ble to the Know Nothing party-as an evidence of the success of the Know Nothing policy
 Now let us examine the subject and see by what means the Know Nothings effect this re- suit, and upon what class of foreigners it oper- ates. The means used are prescription, perse- cution, insult, mobs, rows and even murder These, no one will deny, are sufficient to drive of men who have sought among us homes for themselves and families.
 The class of foreigners that such treatment drives of is equally clear It is the valuable class of industrious, peaceable and honorable foreigners. The degraded, the criminal and the pauper are not effected by it. They sub- init to it all, for, bad it is, it is better than they receive at home. But the industrious and the honorable foreigners, who refuse to live under constant insult, and in daily dread of the loss of their lives and the little property they have amassed, they return to Europe, taking with them, in the aggregate millions of money, and at the same time, depriving our country of thousands of valuable citizens.
 And upon the number still arriving upon our shores, the same result is produced. Those of abandoned characters who regard not the in- suits here awaiting them, still continue to ar- rive, while those who are above want and re- spected at home, and who would be real ac- cession to the wealth of the country, are de- tered.
 Such are the fruits of Know Nottingham The evils of immigration it is powerless to re- medy-while it deprives the country of its real benefits.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Call for a Democratic Meeting in
 Conway County.
Cons0ay County, A,k., Nov. 25, '55.

C01laoay County, Ark, Nov. 25, '55. EDITOR TRUE DEMOCRAT:
 Permit us to invite the democracy of Conway county to meet in mass convention on the first Monday in January next, in the town of Springfield, for the purpose of nominat- ing delegates to attend State convention al Little Rock, for the purpose of nominating a candidate for Governor; and delegates to attend national convention to be held at Cincinnati Ohio; and delegates to attend convention at Batesville, for the purpose of nominating can didate to represent the northern district in Con- gsess. All persons in favor of religious free dom and equal rights are requested to attend By the request of
 MANY VOTERS.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
PulmDkInS

Which are desired for culinary purposes through the winter and spring should be gath cred with great care, and placed on a shelf eith- CT in dry cellar, or, which is better, dark closet, where the temperature is never down to the freezing point. In taking the pumpkin from the vine, there should be an inch or two of stem left with it. By thus placing it with out bruising, you may have pumkin custards in August.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

IN VAIN.-We are in receipt of letter from an old Baptist gentleman, asking us if it is a fact that Borland was once a member of the Baptist church. He wants to know very much.
 In reply, we can say that we have put the question to Borland often, and in unmistakable language, but it has been all in vain. He will not answer. He is silent whenever the ques- tion is propounded. We are left to take his silence for confession. Warning as he is upon Catholicism, no wonder his old Baptist friends wish to know if he is true to Protestantism We doubt if he is. Will he answer? Speak Doctor, speak, and resolve us of our doubts.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

GOVERNMENT RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES During the quarter ending the Both of Septem- Der last, the receipt from customs amounted tc $17, ,l05,2 ,238, from sales of public lands $2,- 355, 725, and from miscellaneous sources $333, 595-total, $19,774,46O. The expenditures during the same time amounted to $16,594, 116, of which $4,2S2, ,292 was on account of the navy, $5,142, Ill, for the war department $5,117,S6O for civil, miscellaneous and for eign intercourse, and $252,2O9 for redemption of public debt including $2O821 for premi- um redeemed.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

A VENERABLE BED CoRD.-The Portland (Me.) Argus says that in Bangor there is GU rosity worthy of notice, in the form of bed cord made from the sinews of whale which uas brought to this country in 1649. It has been in constant use for AZ years in the family ef Timothy Colby, never was broken, and is as DDod as new. The Colby family have owned for 200 years.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27


 DoN'T. EXPOSE THE ORDER.-The recent election in Carroll county, has produced a won. deriu hutter in the Know Nothing camp. and it will be seen by reference to the letter of withdrawal from Scott's Prairie, Carroll county. that an admontory letter was written to the faithful in that county to run no more candi. dates until they were assured they could elect them. Don't expose Me ceakness of H.e order boys!
 Also, it will be seen, that the leaders here want more money. For what? The Know Nothing presidents, secretaries, and other off. cers, and the Know Nothing organ, the Gazette, have fine time of it here in Little Rock, feecing the Know Nothing subaterns through out the State. Know Nottingham is money coining machine to them. They laugh and grow fat-the subalterns work, sweat, and foot the bill.
 Can't the world now understand the cause of Borland & Danley's somerset-their joining the Know Nothings? This call upon the faith full for money, tells the tale.
 But the citizens of Scott's Prairie are not disposed to submit to the extortion. They are right.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Mount Retreat, Nov. 21st., 1855.

EDITOR TRUE DEMOCRAT:
 SRI have seen a good deal of com plaint sent forth from Little Rock against the post master at that plaee. As far as l am con- cerned, as a post master, the mail matter from Little Rock that comes to my office and that passes through it, is put up with care and in good order. The papers and letters due my office from and through the office at Little Rock come regularly
 Were l to hava complaints against Mir. Rear don, l am bound by my oath, which hold sa- cred, to inform Mir. Reardon of them, and if he still persists in his errors, my duty would direct me to lay them before the department at Wash lngton city.
 This much can testify in behalf of MT Reardon, as far as my information goes iu mai matters.
 Yours respectfully,
 PHILLIP BILBY, P. NJ.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
quondam fire eaterM.

POLITICS IN NORTH ARKANsAs-We pub- fish this week the letter of withdrawal of GAR LAND SnvNY, a democrat, and formerly land agent for t"e Jacksonport district. In the northern part of the State, Know Nottingham has but little hope. All the staunch democrats such as Mr. SILvEY, who-wcre deceived into the concern are rapidly withdrawing The Hon. W. K. PATTERSON of Jackson county whom they once claimed, is out making speech es and doing noble service in the cause of de- mocracy. From every one who comes down from the north, we hear of his unceasing and untiring exertions. He is a handsome and most forcibe speaker, and his speeches are telling among the Know Nothings.
 There is no danger from Know Nottingham in the north
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Trayeling Agent.

Mir. lsHAM W. WYATT is now a tour, as agent for the True Democrat for the purpose of soliciting He will visit Prairie, Monroe Jackson, Lawrence Fulton. Green, Independence, Izard and White coun- ties We recommend him to the favor of our friends, and request them to render him such assistance as they conveniently can
 Persons having claims in the above counties will find MT. Wyatt a faithful and efficient collector
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Withdrawals.

In a note from friend at Mt. Parthepor Newton county, we are requested to annoupco that Mr. Henry Brewer, an old line democrat has withdrawn from the Know Nothipc mart.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

0T The democratic national committee are to assemble in Washington on the 8th of Jan- uary next. Col N. B. Borrow is the member from Arkansas.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

the editor of democratic paper. We sub,o;. them to our colaborers of the democratic nar. for what they are worth.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
MANY VOTERS.

0E- We call attention to large lot of lands offered for sale in Desha and Drew counties by Mir. J. M. Preut. See advertisement
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

or THE RIVER falling again. It has now been nearly IS months since our river was in navigable order, and still we have no prospect of any thing better. The weather is cool and c1aar
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
Hon. Robt. w. Johnson.

The highly complementary notice below of this gentleman, we take from a recent number of the New Orleans Delta How far it is de- served, we leave 1t to the people of Arkan- sas, who have known him long and we'll, to judge.
 The allusion made to Borland and Capt. Pike will strike the public mind at once. The cordial coalition of these two politicians, who have been 50 long at war, and who have de- nounced and hated each other so bitterly. is one of the phenomena of Know Nottingham that surpasseth our understanding. All we know IS, that they have coalesced to carry out the darling object of Clpt. P,kes whole life the destruction of the democratic party.
 But to the notice from the Delta:
 "HoS. ROBERT w. JoHNsoS-Ths gentle man has 2 national reputation. There is not State, county, nor a parish n the Union where party fidelity and political integrity are cherished, that his name is not held to be a synonym for both. In the Senate of the Unit ed States, those qualities of his character impart to him an influence which more pretentious statesmen do not possess, and cannot yeld- These brief remarks are called forth by a let ter which we see from him in one of the Alta kapas papers. It is in reply to an invitation to address public meeting. He asks to be excused, on the ground that severe sickness, and relapse of the same render him unable to do so. In his letter he says: Fl am feeble, though 1 believe free from dsease' Thi. phrase of his letter will awake pulse of plea sure in the breasts of his friends here, and, in- deed, all over the Union. Broke down, phy- slcally, as Johnson may be- we still think him more than match for his two great Arkansas opponents, eX-Senator Borland and, ex-any- thing you please, Albert Pike!
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
NEW HAMPSHIRE.

The democracy of New Hampshire are pre- pairing to win back all they have lost. They have nominated James D. Wells, sound national democrat, for Governor. They have also recommended Pierce as candidate for re- election, and passed resolutions in favor of the Nebraska bill. True to the last to the consti- tuition and the Union.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

BENTON AND CARROLL CoUNTIEs.-We under stand that some time since large and enthusias- tic meetings of the democracy were held in these two counties, and that the proceedings were sent us for publication, but we have never received them.
 What have become of them? We wish our friends in those counties would send us copies if they have them. We take pleasure in pub- fishing the proceedings of our democratic friends in all parts of the State.
 In the west, JUDGE GREENWOOD, our present Representative in Congress, Col. A. NJ. WILSON. MT. LAFAYETTE GREGG, representative from Washington county, and others, have been battling noby for the democratic party There has been no scarcity of speakers in northwest Arkansas. Speeches were deli vered by the above named gentlemen in Car rolton, just before the recent election in Carroll county, wherein the Know Nothings were so badly defeated. Wherever the question is dis cussed, Know Nottingham goes by the board. We do not, candidly, believe the Know No- things will be able to carry five counties at the next August election.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
ALA BAM A.

The legislature of Alabama met on Monday last, at Montgomery, and proceeded to organ- ize by eecting the caucus nominees, viz: B.. C, Yancey, esq, of Cherokee (dem.) president of the Senate; R. W. Walker, esq, of Lau- derdale, (dem.) speaker of the House, - Phelan, clerk of Senate, and - Fillmore, clerk of the house. All caucus nominees are elected
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
|. x. Senator from Alabama.


 THE VoTE FOR GovERNoR-In the Geor- ga legislature on the 7th inst, the official vote for Governor at the recent election was an- nounced. The vote stands-JohnsoN, (dem., ] 53,478; Andrews, (K. N.,) 43,222; Overby, (temperance,) 6,284. Johnson's majority over all, 3,972
 GEORGIA LEGIsLATURE.--This body assem- bled on the 9th inst. David J. Bailey, of Butts, was elected president of the Senate, and F. II. Colquitt of Muscogee, secretary. The House was organized by the election of William H. Stiles, of Chatham, speaker, and A. M. Speer, of Bibb, clerk. They are all democrats, and received the caucus nomination of their party.
 MINNESOTA TERRITORY.
 The political complexion of the Minnesota Territorial legislature is:-Council, nine demo- crats to five republicans; House, twenty-two democrats, eleven republicans, and two Know Nothings.
 CHICAGO, Oct. 17.-Henry M Rice, the Me- braska democratic candidate for Congress in Minnesota, has been elected by plurality of 1,5OO.
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27

"CHARLEsToN, Nov 8-Thc election for Mayor of this city has resulted in the election of Mr. Miles, the opponent of the Know Noth- ing candidate, by 4l6 majority"
 Know Nottingham finds no favor in South Carolina. Its abolition afiinites havc destroyed 1t therc
The true Democrat., 1855-11-27
England and America.

The telegraph announced the following in New Orleans, which we clip from the Delta:
 England.