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The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17

that the Union Of these States. as established
Aqour iorciathers, will be preserved and hand
ca Gown as blessing to posterity. love the
Union. am not dsunionist per So and never
was. In 1851 | acted with the Southern
rights party and glory in it now. But. sir I
loved the Union then, and love it still. wish
1t to last rs long as the sun shines or the water
runs. Its Emusic has charm to nv ear !.
but ! can never keep step to it," unless am
marching under the b4aaer IF Me CONSTITUTION.
blindy follow no party--no men
How can the Union be preserved? There
is but one way to save IT, Lei The South as n
aRa act with the true and conservative Demo-
Gratis in the North, who are now rallied under
the flag of States rights and the constitution
ana lighting nobly against our common enemy
II the hatlohal Democracy, as at present or
ganizcd, shall succeed, all will be well: but if
the banner Of Black Republcanism trumphs,
It will be the signal for the destruction of the
best government that the genius of man ever
We will stand by you, men of
the North, who stand Ivy our constitutional
rights, we will strengthen your arm IN the
hight, ana hope that our voices may minplr
with yours in the shouts of victory Mt the end
OF the contest. The peace of the country re.
qhlrcs that this laatcal abolition spirit
should be crushed. appeal to the conscrva-
tive men of the North to terminate this crusade
which Republicans and Aboltionists. in an
allied army are urging against the rights off
the South. Let this agitation cease. Let this
agitation cease. Let the blessings of this
Government fall, like the dews of heaven.
equally upon all sections of the Union. And
then you will find the citizens IF the whole
,ountry rnging TO the constitution as the pal. /
adum Of our rights and TO the Union Of these |
States as the ark of our political safety
Then as the rays Of the morning sun falling on
Ilemnon's Tyre, always caused it TO vibrate
ones OF heavenly music; so will the light which
shines forth from the stars Of our national flag
'yer Ill the great heart of the American people
With joyful enthusiasm, and animate it with i'm
pulses Of d lofty patriotism.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
TIE RECENT VICTORIES

I'm" \. }. journal Of Commerce, pape
neutral in politics, and conservative in il
course, comments rs follows upon the election,
which hayc recently taken place in the North.
crn States
HE PROSPECT Tile immense gains Of the
democrats III onr large cities and towns and
~ those States whore elections have been hel!
TINS , prIna, although opposed by coml,na-
ton OF The knownothings, Republicans and
AholitioriSts, show very clearly which way tie
wind blows. year ago in each Of the States
alluded TO, viz: New Hampshire, Rhode l..
land and Connecticut, the Democrats wore
defeated by an overwhelming majority. This
year the combination has been more extensive
ana complete than before, yet in each case
they press very closely upon the heels Of their
opponents. Until the last year there has been
IN abolition or llce-soi party which neither
SIDED with the Democrats nor the Wings
but at The last elections, they have fratcrnizcd
lovingly with the opponents of Democracy:
ana the consequence is, that although the Dem
ocratS poed vote nearly, If not quite I'm.
precedenfcd, they are still slightly in the mi.
hofily. But they now see the full strength of
me enemy, and the amount of work TO be done.
Al lhat remains IS, to DO IT. And the oppor-
tunity is near
But further: Not only is the Democracy off
the North rcgninng its lost strength There
Is something more to be said Judging FROM
ihe tone OF It's presses and the resolutions of its
public meetings, it is daily becoming soundcr
III It's sentiments Its organs are taking bold.
cr and higher ground in opposition to antislaye-
ry fanatcism."
The Democracy of the North, as impcr
i've as their brethren of the South, demand off
the Cincinnati Convention distinct and en-.
phatc approval ofthc Nebraska bill, with full
reputation Of the isms Of the day.
III course the struggle next fall will be
severe one. The Black Republicans lately
eNaltlnS in the belief that a victory was in
their grasp, will not yield without trcmcl
!ons conflict Yet they will be Defeated
The South has but to stand firm to rally in
solid phoanX, her fifteen States in support of
The Constitution and the Union, and patriotism
will gloriously triumph"
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
SOUND SENTIMENTS.

Disguise the facts, as Southern IIindoos
may, the trnc contest in November next must
be between the Union and the constitution
loving national Democracy, and the Black
Republicans. Fillmore has no strength, North
or South, and the mischeyous effort Of con,
tinung him in the field will be to weaken the
Democracy and aid the Black Republican
traitors. To patriots of all parties we com
mend the following eloquent closing passage of
a speech of Il S. Shorter of Alabama, deiy-
cred recently in the House Of Representatives:
Whether the ship of State will go down
beneath the waves of popular excitement, or
ride out the storm in safety, is a problem yet
to be solved. The Presidential election mil
settle the question. | hope and trust in God,
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
BERENG ER'S NEW SONG.

"A song recently written by Bercnger, an,
addressed To lie Skadcats," has been circu
lating IN manuscript in Paris, as by the cen
'orshp OF the press in France it could not b.
published in that country. IL appeared in til,
London Times of April 18th, and excited muel
comment. The following toleraby close adap
alton to the English was made by Shirley
Brooks for the London Illustrated News
What! foolish boys--bcicvc, once more.
You're free to utter freedoms cry,
And fete. beneath the ricolor
Him who again has bid II fly?
Yet my poor songs with love you name!
Forget them I've dsowncd them. too:
Had your faith, I'd curse my fame
An! Parioa Tie poor minstrel, dol
How do the days you'd reproduce
Resemble those used to sing;
who necr ialtorrd in abuse
OF tool toad, Emperor Pope or King.
Ono soldier yes, hymned; aud why!
lis crown was gone, his chain In view
st Helene vcnggd oar liberty
IN! panlon The poor minstrel, do!
I.isard. Lcverricr Bclmontet.
For Victor aud for Arago!
Accept such substitutes a, they
forces unforgiying foe?
There's ONE in heavens eternal homa
Loves lie ile SPY and gaolcr crew!
Is ~. the shrine sword, guard in Rome?
an rdoa tie yoor mj,sisa, do,
Ay, battles. aud q coat of blue
Thread barred n lights. Bcrcngcr sings.
When ow licpubl cs children true
Beat, twenty years, a League of Kings.
Bnt yon smart Guard yo1 wniclrul Spy,
VINO stab you for pronaton -poOh.-
Is he my genial sodcrboy?
An. p9rlOH he pO0r minstrel. do,
To Poland ltaly-wc owe
\ debt Of blood! The cannons sound
Let march and pay the drbl! Why, no,
80 near our home there's slippery ground.
Take freedom somewhat more ular-
The Turk TO taste her charms wc'il sue.
Nations, Holy League you are.
IN! Plty lie poor minstrel. dot
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17

no" AS an evidence of the impression made upon
the Democrats by Mr.. Benjamin, in his speech upon
inc Kansas question, and giving his reasons for join
ing the Democratic party, the Washington Union
says that Immediately after its delivery they or
dcred 10000 copies Of the speech in pamphlet form
for distribution
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
STRAYED OR STOLEN,

EIOM the plantation Of Mrs. Mckantz. situated on
l. the Baton Rouge llelggrHph) road Just below
the Parish line, Light Bay Iiorsc. with lon! maze
~ snort tal The hair Is ubb d oil his sd.s by
tie saddle skirts has mali white spot on II fors
head AID one small white spot on his baek pnegs
well. rmay lOl Wu ERDu'T
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
DEATlI 10 HIGH PRICES

THE UNDERSIGNED. begs leave TO inform his
L friends and the public generally. that since the
dissolution Of partnership between him and H. Bloom.
ne ~ commencing business in his own name and is
now opening general assortment of
DRY GOODS, STAPLE AND FANCY.
" he House formerly occnmpicd BY Adler Il Seigle,
~ Port Hudson. and solicts share of the public pa
roAas", aAd that he vii sell ~ low for cnh rs thpy
can We bought for in or about this locality. Come
and examine FOR yourselves.
JOSEPH FLONACHER.
Port Hudson, May 10, lSjG
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
II, MARSTON, Agent.
CLINTON MALE ACADEMY

'Tills Institution will open on Monday next. the
- lolh Of December IN which will be taught
thorough course Of English, Classical, and Mathc
mationl studies.
Terms, SIS, $40. and s25 per session of five
months payable monthly in advance Each pupil
VIII he required TO furnish his own chair.
dee SPIN ~ Hill N
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17

The State Of Louisiana-Parish of East .,cltcjono.
1th judicial District Court
N Office - HEREBY GIVEN. that David Smith
~ has III IN this court. final account of his nd.
N ,trato q, Bazll AID Elizabeth Lloyd deceased
which will he homologated in thirty DAYS after the
publication OF this notice, unless legal opposition
b. filed thereto
may 10 1856. WM PATTERSON cIorI,
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
NOTICE.

fl"lSb TO the death of my partner HENRY Open
" nEiaER, all those which have claims ugoinst Tho
estate OF The deceased or the firm of H. OpPNIIElNEE
~ ConN are requested to present the same within
sixty days AID all those which are indebted to the
estate oi NE deceased or the firm Of H. OrrENnEl-
days, or else am compelled to place the same in the
ilhIiu' Of an attorney. l.. d. COIN.
For the firm Of II, OrpENnnlunR 4 CollN.
Jackson, May 10, 1886.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
SIIliman Female Collegiate Institute,

~ institution q, wiz open for the reception of pu-
! plis on the First Monday Of March, under Inc
following Board of Instructors
Rev Henry McDoNsLp A. Nh prfncin,l
Mrs. NARY ANN McDoNALp Vice Principo,
Miss WILLIE ANN SLAUGHTER
MES ilinoMEA LoonIs,a.. AS''s'a"' Ieachers'
Mr.. CHARLES SHuLTz. ........ Music Toocbor
An accomplished Pianist to be supplied.
other assistant teachers will be engaged ms tbc
number OF scholars may require their services
Inc terms of tuition and boarding. established Nv
The former Principal will be adopted payable in adj.
vance. viz:
Tuition per session of five months, 1st class s25 90
=" Primary. Is 90
Music. on the Piano or Gnitar, % 90
ocai music each scholar, per session. 2 so
Ancient or modern languages. painting. draw
lag. or fancy needle work. Extra
boarding, per session of five months GO Oc
a deduction Of S2per month, for those board
crs from the vicinity. who come Monday
morning and leave Friday evening.
Washing, when done in the institution per doz. 20
hnch 6oarder VIII be expected to furnish her own
bed bedding; Lights, wash stand, wash bowl. and
pitcher towels, &c. The Principal having his own
servants is prepared to receive rs many boarders ne
may desire to board Mt the Institute
inpllS VIII be received at any time during the
session ana charged from the time Of entrance to The
cHd OF the sesslon,--bnt no deduction will be made
Tor absence after entrance except in cases of PRO
tracted sickness. P''
The Institution being designed by the charter and
Us founders for IN exclusively Female Collegiate
lnsiilute:' little boys will not be received
win the view OF saving the patrons OF the Insti.
luton unnecessary expense, the schoolbooks used by
ne former principal will be adopted, and auy chan
5es which hereafter may become necessary, will be
Introduced when the scholars have completed the
books which they already possess
The session of Five months will terminate with
NE close OF July, and throw the vacation into An
gust and September: The subsequent session will
commence The first Monday in October.
The teachers profess to be utterly incompetent TO
mpart education to pupils who will not apply their
'Mn minds to study, and therefore. all Agcncie
to Interfere with a strictly academies
curse OF education will be protested against and
discouraged, The Principal earnestly solicts the
cooperation of parents and guardians in promoting
ne intellectual Improvement and highest happiness
VI me pupils who may be intrused to his care
feb y HENRY MCDONALD, Principal.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
SARS.APARILLAS.

A 3. y p. Sand Is John null'+. q. W. CorDontcr.s
"A. Goinstocks To"nyends. Shaker prepared by
The united society ofshakcrs Guysott's. Ext. Yellow
Dock, H. i. William, Tod. Potass and Jaync's Lon
dal Alternative and Sarapavlas, Just received
and for sale by NORWOOD TlIpON
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
W Ii A M ELDERS
Clinton and Baton Rouge Daily Line. Of

VI p u > 7 4 q z s
li,-1G%<,.a.4 HAVING resumed the manage
------z-- x: ment of the Mail Stage Line, be-
tween cItnfon. Batoa Roage, aad .Jackson.
the undersigned would respectfully inform the
travelling public, that his Coaches will run
each way, EVERY DAY IN THE WEEK.
excepting Sundays, leaving Clinton and Batoe
Rouge, at o'clock, AM
FAR r..
from clinton to Fran Baton Rouge,
Patoh Rouge. 50 90 Clinton, SO 90
Jackson. 90 jackson 2 so
mt. Wiling. 90 Mt Willing, 9 90
Rams, ...... 80 Plains 1 50
seA~Every attention paid to the comfort and
convenience of passengers.
mar ~ VIM ELDER.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
RAIL ROAD NOTICE.

IL persons receiving Freight. except responsible
- Merchants and Traders in town. will hereafter br
acquired 10 Pdy on doirGy, unless the same is autbo
rised to be charged TO the account of n merchant.
The Rail Road Company will not be responsible
for freight delivered along the road except M sta.
lions where they have agents
storage charged on all freight remaining at the
Depot ten days.
leb z III, MARSTON, Agent.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
HOTELS, STAGE LINE.
NEW ORLEANS PACKET

NEW ORLEANS PACKET. W
TiGEsteaBcs BEEL1 DONNA Capt. fsyspzssah
/ WV. NcCabc leaves New orleans, Afk7xTTs$i
every Saturday evening for Williams Esss-zzSxsssss
port touching at all intermediate points, returning,
leaves Hayon Sara. every Wednesday on the arrival
of TIE Cars from Woodvillc. touching at Port ITud-
son and all intermediate places.
%n"Partcular attention paid to The receiving and
landing Of passengers and way freight at all hours
OF the day aud uight. 'nvo dec
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
WIN. ELDER.
ss.ss&sz ;is:i5.. :;5;izs.1 $50 $50 49,,
RAILROAD NOTICE

EROM and after this date. until the opening n,
The nest season. the regular days of running the
Cars will be ON Monday, Wednesday. and saturday.
march MARSTON, Agent.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17

| AN n constant receipt Of Provisions and Groce-
l. RES ana have constantly on hand u general as
Sfmeht which Is offered at the lowest possible mi
W. ''' o"'h VI 1ottoh D'ARMOND.
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17

n ATS, Hay, and Wheat Bran, just received and lo
" sale by D,ARNoNn
The Feliciana Democrat. (Clinton, La.) 1855-186?, 1856-05-17
Wle felitiana len,otrat.

a LETTER FROM GIN. WALKrn.-Thc fol-
loving letter from Gen. WALKER to Senator
WELLER was read in the Senate on the LIST
inst, and excited much interest from its refer
cnce to British intervention in behalf of
Costa Rica
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1856-10-28
Bible on Slavery.

We publish this week an extract from
the Kansas speech Of Mr.. Stephens Of
Georgia. recently delivered in the House.
{ Being that portion Of the speech that
relates 70 the teaching Of the Bible on
slavery We recommend its attentive
perusal to all Of our readers. aud especi-
ally to those, if there be any such among
us. who believe that il is improper or un-
christian, fors member of the Church,
or Minister Of the Gospel. to hold
slaves.
And, that the views Of Mr.. Stephens
may be freely circulated in this section,
we respectfully request the Editor Of the
Kana9ka Republican, TO insert the extract
in his next issue, with such appropriate
conments as may be suggested 70 him
by his knopS pro-sRyery sentiments and
accurate biblical learning.
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1856-10-28
The Elstlioa.

4 Vi 4 - ~. II. = ?
Next Tuesday is the day Of the election,
on that day will be decided the important
question, who is to b the next President
Of these United States II therefore be-
hooves every Democrat orally 70 thesup-
port Of the National Democracy. Il be-
booses foreigners TO rally to the support
Of that political party that has always
advocated for aliens the greatest political
privileges. Itbehooyes Old Line Wings
70 unite with the Democracy to defeat the
Black Republican party. In i word, ii
behooyes al trne lovers of our common
country 70 stand BY the Democracy ID
their struggle % support the Union and
the Constitution
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1856-10-28
GANAWHA VALLEY STAR.

union, and the lie. an which tend to
make him very restless and frenzy. His
hair, If hair II may b called. is kinky.
and. upon examination, Is found to be
growing By both ends out Of the hide;
altogether he has no mark Of speed to the
eye Of judges, yet he is backed BIZ many
with spirit. who seem TO hope for success.
moro BY reason Of some expected trick Of
Know Nothing in his favor, than By any
real feetness. It is also contended that,
the horse being young. this. if even lost,
will give reputation and will DO prepar-
atory TO running at another time. Some
of the opponents Of Old Democracy do
not hesitate 10 declare that. rather than
see him walk over the track and take the
stake. they would run COW against him.
Democracy is the same noble old horse.
head erect, name and tail flowing. nostlils
distended and eyes flashing; he champs
the bit and fights tho ground. showing
great restlessness and contempt for his
insignificant competitors, being unaccus.
toned to keeping company with such
stock. Like his dam and sire. Constitu-
ion and State Rights, Democracy is long
! I'D; his limbs are clean. muscles firm
"A increacing every day; altogether he
,is i most excellent keeping. Being SO
well soNn, we think further description
unneee9|nry, only adding
Let tn track be dry or mucky.
Wen ||s our tin on old Kentucky.
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1856-10-28
lilly Democrats!

One week rom today ( Tuesday and
the election a. place; and il is the most
most important 4 elton that has ever oc-
CURED in our co 'sderacy. Ifis Al,
election that decides - very futnre vel.
fare and existence Of Su Republic. We
therefore earnestly enslce >yery Demo.
era. to do his duty. To Be q The polls
early, casthisyote for Buck and fsck''
and see that his neighbor does likeFise'
Work. workll workill Nothing can =
done without work. Our country de-
mands it Of We. II requires thss r.
should reliuguish ogr ! IA, sisiness i home
and dsxoss c6s day !. least % secure
the triumphant election Of Buchanan
and Breckinridge. III this great politi-
cal contest between National Democra-
cy and Sectionalism, Virginia expects
her sons to rally 10 the support Of
the Constitution and Democratic princi-
pies. Aye, sheexpects every one other
sons to do his whole duty on the 4th Of
November. E r.
Democrats! let nothing keep you from
the polls. Go 10 the polls well armed
with Democratic Tickets and sec that
your neighbors arc also well supplied
with Tickets Of the right stamp. Stand
shoulder to. shoulder, and assist each
other in exposing the tricks Of political
opponents. Disregard the false rumors
and base fabrications put in active circu-
lation by the opponents Of Democracy
Pay no attention to the many rumors
about Mr.. Buchanan resignation. There
is not word Of truth in any one Of them.
But rally to the support Of the standard
bearers of our great party and cast your
votes for Buchanan and Breckenridge, and
thus help to save the Union and the Con
stitution. ~. HNEs
Kanawha Valley star. [volume] (Charleston, Va. [W. Va.]) 1856-1861, 1856-10-28
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[coaaAuslcA1Eb.l
Iames II. Laidlsy Rsg.

va have seldom listenedR with asl
much pleasure to . speech ~ we did
Is thats 81 Ar. jams a. "a DIZZY at the
Court House, onlast Friday evening
Tits the only out-and-opt, straight,
forward Fillmore speech have card|
during this canvass. IIPollt q cam
dor. and fairness and god taste we
haye seldom seen itsnipassed which
Qualities &c this time and from that
Quarter Are rare and refreshing. All
ne points we're stated with plainncss1
and illustrated with the peculiar apt
ness Of the speaker; without abuse or
inyectivc. lie allowed the claims Of
| lis opponents and judged them By
their own words and acts. Not only 60
but the matter was presented by 4
southern man iii d Southern spirit
ana met with frequent hearty cheers
from the audience who were pflnci-s
pally democrats.
II We will not attempt toIgivc an alb
stract. The chief point was torebut the
claims Of the Democratic party to be
considered the peculiar friends lot the
South and the Union, and to show the
title Of thc Old Wing and present Al
lncrican partyfto that distinction, lie
wasfull and lucid On those points, and
well supplied with facts. The KAN
sas Nebraska Bill Of course was dwelt
On. iii relation to which lie came out
| fully IN favor oft tile Democratic ground
and construction which he claims
for Mr.. Fillmore. In fact his claims
we're very large, as he himself stated
| that to all the principles Of the Old
Wing party ~ added those also of the
American party. The latter however
he did not dwell ipon,so that we were
| not informed how much was added
either tolis principles OF to- Ar Fill
inore's thereby.
We have not the heart 10 offer q
word Of criticisn upon speech
90 fir and Ingenious 81 candid and
lopen, " instand unbigoted. Ifhe exl
posed the weakness 81 bis opponents BIZ
did attempt u conceal bis own, and
Eaii be claimed for himself he seemed
willing to allow toothers. Tin wind
| ing up his speech he showed the
| great extent ofhis credulity III rela-
fti0nfo tie prospects ofhis candidate i
Is d b. r.lonable weakness, which in=hiE
Ecasews I'D not dispel If We could
] but leave him <sCc11joy as long rs lie
lean the pleasant aiid Fplcss dclu.
sion.whieh his own sang dl0o t~Inper-
ment aud generous nature have ~,
5ured up. we are confident I'M wen
laway highly entertained and profted
| without . single hard thought o.
feeling excited il any one Of his
many delighted bearers. As for our
1selyes we left with the full conviction
1 that all lie lacked Of being with ri
Twas to have his eyes d little more
lopencd which they no doubt will b
\ after the election. q. i
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