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PUBLIC SENTIMENT IN KANSAS ABOUT ADMIs
4.L I'M SION

Gentlemen Of the highest intelligence who have
travelled through Kansas and conyersed freely with
its inhabitants report that all is perfectly quiet and
that the farming interests are in extremely thriv-
ing condition There is almost universally expressed
by all parties decided opposition to admission into
the Union as State. They alege that their popu-
lation is too small and that the reverses in business
have made them too poor to incur. the increased ex-
penses of State government
1t is certainly sign of returning sense to be able
to overlook the temptations to become State which
apt to influence the people of new country
in spite Of the manifest disadvantages thereof. In
Kansas be justified in pressing their claims to adj
mission. Under territorial laws the federal govern
ment furnish nearly all the meaus necessary to con-
duct their political affairs. The settlements are
scattered over extensive area production is mi-
ted labor high and markets difficult of access These
disadvantages will soon vanish before the labor Of
the emigrant but they always most formidablein
the settlement of country.
The principle of equality in our representative
government has peculiar and interesting signifi-
canoe. The public mind Of our revolutionary era
was exceedingly sensitive to the assertion of the
practical right of representation in all legislation in
tended to constitute part of their government. The
right of all the people to have voice in the enact
ment Of laws was not only claimed, but enforced by
organized rebellion This peculiar American senti-
ment, correct in ITSELF and always wisely adhered
to upon general principles, has exercised powerful
influence the people of the Territories, and has
doubtless urged them to ask admission into the
Union much against their true interests and with
no purpose of redressing grievances. They simply
want to be placed on a footing with the people Of
the States They want to have their representatives
in Congress with full powers
Besides, there are always goodly number of
gentlemen anxious and ready to serve the State in
the Senate in Congress, and in all the federal rela-
tions and they active advocates, of course Of
admission into the Union In Kansas if it were pos
sbe to relieve the people from this class Of patri
otto gentlemen, there would not be five hundred
persons who would consent to put on the expensive
habments Of State uniform. There are no earthly
reasons for doing except those that look to the
making ofsenators governors and other officials. The
people have to pay for such luxures and in hard
times like these it is serious tax We venture the
prediction that the people of Kansas, with their
abundant and expressive lessons, will remain just
where they are.
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THE ATLANTIC TEIlEGRAPH-THE JUDGMENT OF
THE PEOPLE.

The wild enthusiasm which created by the COM
pete of the gigantic telegraph enterprise
giving place to that quiet rejoicing which evinces per
feet confidence in its ability to meet all the expectations
of the public The sober second thought of the people
oonvinces them that its benefits will be lasting and in
calculable and the lu which is apparent Is salts
factory proof that the public mind is meditatng calmly
upon the progressive strides in civilization art, lte-
ture and religion that have been taken in the nineteenth
century, and upon the immense advantages which we
enjoy now compared with those which sufced for our
ancestors 1t may be that vague conception of electri
cal communication between two continents existed in the
auickened minds Of OF the ancents it may be that
Franklin even with prophetic vision in the future
the mighty results to be attained by his discovery but it
remained for the of the present day. the whose
will adorn the brightest page of the history of the
times by their untrng energy and perseverance, work
out the wonder of the age Certain it is that high
estimate cannot be placed upon the privilege of in
Simultaneous communication with the Old World in view
Of the rapid changes and important political movements
that of daily occurrence If the Atlantic telegraph
had been in successful operation during the search of our
vessels by British cruisers in the Gulf any one doubt
that days Of anxiety would have been spared and much
vrtuous indignation repressed by its ucious use by the
officers of the government? The plain but firm repre-
sentation of the views of government and the Amer
lean people, by General Cass, would have procured from
the British government that simple denial which has SO
completely restored confidence between the two nations
The messages of Queen Victoria and President Buchan
an have been enthusiastically received by the whole
country Whilst regret felt by portion Of the press
that the Queen did not express her congratulations in
warmer terms, the commentator bestowed upon the
President for the cordial and statesmanke sentiments of
his message is at just and merited. It fittingy
recognised the greatness and glory of the triumph which
has been by the science and skill and indomable
energy Of the two countries and gives uterance to the
hope, appropriate to the OCCASION that it may remain
sacred for the transmission of messages during the
existence of hostilities
From every quarter of the Union intelligence is re-
ceved Of the Examinations, rejocngs and celebrations
of the people. At time that remember since the
days of the revolution has there been complete
ovation 1t is right and proper that this should be So
and content ourselves with the hope that at dis
tant day the citizens of Washington the metropolis
the nation, will join in the general celebration.
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JAMES s. GREEN.


The State Democrat of the 18th devotcs article to
the Hon. Alex. H. Stephens of Georgia. who was re-
having coming here con mission Of peace to the de-
mocraey of this State infcrring that he Is Douglas
man. - Nlss.7
We would inform spirited Contemporary and also
the Douglas editors that Mr. stephens did not come to
Illinois political business His business here and
that Of his brother, with Mr. Hcaly the artist and
had nothing whatever TO do with politics.
While here, however, Mr. stephens did not hesitate to
express his opinion political subjects when convcrsng
with his Illinois friends Mr. s. in Congress ably opposed
the efforts Of Douglas and his black republican allies in
their attempt to defeat the administration, and he still
believes that he did right in thus opposing them He is
not Douglas man by any MEANS and the most the
Douglas have to boast Of in respect to the opinions
of Mr. Stephens, is the doubtful compliment he pays
Mr.. d. by saying that he "woud prefer Douglas to Lin
coin as senator but he would prefer good democrat to
either OF them"
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The Health OF New orleans.

New ORLEANS, Aug. 16-The past week again shows
rapid increase in the mortality of the city the compare
tive figures being follows Week ending August s.,
total number of deaths 3O3 do do. August Is, 457.
Increase in the total mortality 1854.
The deaths from yellow fever alone show increase
of 146 the total number being 286, against 0 the pre-
vous week OF the total number of deaths during
week. 1853 natives of the United States and the
mainder forcgners--a result which shows large in
crease In the number of American victims The deaths
from yellow fever have been numerous in pri-
vate practice but general alarm upon the subject
is yet manifested The number Of fever deaths to-day
is 46.
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Markets.

NRw YoRK, Aug. 20.4--Cotton Is quiet sales of 400
bales Flour has advanced of l6 900 bbls State
81 IS a "a rs Ohio, IS IS a So southern has adj
vanced cents SIS 40 SIS rs. Wheat is quiet-saes of
$4,000 bushels southern red 81 20 81 80 south
white, 81 40 ST so. Corn is irmsalcs of 28 900
bushels white, "a So cents yellow, 81 cents Pork
is hcavy-mess, SIT rs; prime, $l4 SO. Lard is firm
at liz liz cents. Wbiskey closed firm at 2G3 a n
cents. Sugar is quiet at u cents. Coffee is quiet
Rio 81 III cents Spirits Of turpentine closed firm at
AZ 48 cents. Rosn is steady at 81 TO- Rico is quiet
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military reception at Portland.

PORTLAND, Cdc) Aug l9.-One of the most imposing
military demonstrations had in the State took place
in this city yesterday, the reception Of the Montreal
Rife corps The days proceedings ended by lcvee at
the residence Of the mayor.
During the review several persons accidentally
shot Lieut. Proctor Of the Boston Fusilies received
blank cartridge in his arm Charles Sutherland mem
Der of the Hghlandes shot in the thigh and
poral Lauticr, of the Montreal Rifles narrowly escaped
DEATH charge passing through his chapeau.
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michigan Republican Convention.

DETROIT, August 19The republican State convention
assembled here to-day and organized by the appoint
ment of Austin Blair, of jackson county president
After disposng Of unmportant business the
yentiOn proceeded to the nomination of State officers
which, far made, follows: For governor Mo-
Wisner of Oakland county for lieutenant governor
f. Fairfield, of Hillsdale county for secretary of
State, Nelson G. Isbe, of Livingston county. Hon.
Dewitt G. Leach renominated for Congress by the
republicans of the 4th district yesterday.
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The post office clerks in Prussia compelled to wear
uniform in the street. and that government intends
to impose the uniforms the employees Of rail
ways and telegraphs. TO distinguish, however these
three classes Of unctonaie those Of the post Office
have their caps horn. those of railways wheel
and those of the telegraph an arrow.
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ARKANSAS ELECTyON.

few returns from the second congressional district
have boon received In which there three candidates
for Congress- viz Rust, the democratic nominee ex-
Gov Drew, independent demecrst and Jones, indie
pendent Tho vote for congressman ia Hemstcad Qua.
chisa Calhoun, and Clark counties CLARK ncompete)
Ia M follows sfs iessai stee af
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Another Fire at Rochester.

ROCHESTER,, Aug l9.-The edge tool factory Brown 3
Race and adjoining building destroyed by fire
last night. Loss $4,000, upon which there in
surance Of SIS, 900.
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Another steamer from Galway.

MONTREAL, Aug. l9.The steamer Lady EglintoD, from
Galway Ireland, with dates to the 4th inst arrived at
Quebec yesterday with $50 passengers.
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dispatch from the west received by Drexel e. Co. of
this city announces that twentysix of tho Wiscon-
sin banks discredtcd in Chicago. Phsa North A,a.,
Wednesday.
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wreck OF a Philadelphia vessel

New YoRK, Aug. I9.-The barque Japonca, from
Philadelphia for Cuba has been wrecked off Berry island
Captain Sheldon and the together with the cargo,
saved, and arrived at Nassau N. p, the 5th
inst
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Latest from the Gable.
Rcsignation OF Mr. FieId.

New YORK, Aug. 20.--Mr. Field still persists In re-
signing the active managership of the Atlantic telegraph
owing to his impaired health and the pressure Of his
private business.
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SENATOR GREEN, or MISSOURI, AND nom
ALEK. II. STEPHENS, or GEORGIA.
From tho Missouri Republican, August III

During the late canvass In this State Mr. Green one of
United States senator's made two speeches in ST. Louis
greatly to the annoyance of the black republicans About
that time the organs Of the party and particularly the
Democrat, exceedingly soctous for the reputation
of Judge Douglas Many kind things said Of him.
and sort of parental assumed gentlemen
who were supposed to BIO Douglas men, and attempts
were made ncte them to hostility against Mr. Barrett
and the democratic ticket the ground that they
hostile to Mr.. Douglas The humbug apparent
that deceived by IT. and when, failing in this
they contrived plan to draw out from Mr. Green his
sentiments in this relation he did not fail to respond to
the call but in which did not suit the black
republicans He took ground against Judge Douglas
but spoke as confding in him and in his democracy
That position is further explained in letter. with copy
Of which we have been furnished written last month"; in
answer to one which had been addressed to him. stating
that had been in circulation to the effect that
Mr. Green intended to stump the State in favor of Judge
Douglas Mr. Green did not blink the question, but
wrote as follows:
CANTON, (Mo,) July IA, 1858.
DEAR SIN Your favor Of the 18th instant, calling my
attention to certain to the effect that intended
to sustain Hon. s. A. Douglas has been received had
heard of the report before, but did not attach sufficient
importance to it TO make any reply. The facts arc as
follows Being asked what believed Mr.. Douglas in
tended to do in his party relations for the future gave
it as my opinion, founded his words, that he
would heartily sustain tho democratic party and oppose
to the bitter end the black republican and that il my
belief should prove correct, then would rather see him
reelected than any of the black republican party
Many persons differ with in regard to what the fu-
turc of Douglas will be, and have heard many
persons express their opinion that in 1860 he will be
identified with the republicans. If he should war on the
democratic party must him hut If he should
fight in ranks against the common enemy, should
certainly prefer him to any belonging the enemy
No doubt Douglas did great and serious harm during
the last session. but trust democrats will be eager
for revenge to countenance the election Of black
publican. AS between democratic Of Illinois,
express any preference If the Judge should
P,fI stn NJ bnr;fa sIo
verify my expectations between him black republican
The iea OF my taking the stump for him, without
tain evidence Of his fidelity is preposcrous but for the
principles of party and In opposition to republican
ism, i feel it my duty to speak proper occasions
Yours, truly,
JAMES & GREEN
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Arabia.--Narrow Escape Of tho Gable.
NKw YoaK, Aug. 2O.--The r. NJ steamship Arabia al
rived here at early hour but the regular packages and
are missing consequently nothing subsequent
The Agamemnon arrived at valentia ON the morning
OF the 5th. On receipt Of this intelligence the cable
shares advanced from $50 to $50.
despatch, dated at valentia the 5th says that
break In the communication occurred the cable ON the
day the Niagara and Agamemnon parted which lasted
for an hour and half The Agamemnon was stopped
and the injury repaired though not until all hopes Of
holding on to the cable had been abandoned
On the succeeding Friday the Agamemnon encounter
cd gale, against which the ship, under full steam,
could hardly make headwsy For three succeeding days
the gale continued with violent squalls the sea run
ming tremendously high, and board expecting
the cable to hold from one minute to another
On Wednesday the storm moderated shallow water
gained, and all went well until the Agamemnon an
chored in Valentia harbor
The German papers say that the Queens visit to Rer-
lin is to arrange for regency, with view of protecting
tire interests Of her daughter
The Ocean Telegraph at Block Island.
BLOCK ISLAND, R ID Aug. 1.-THE yacht Ienne,
running packet between the Pcquot House, New
London and Block Island, took the news Of the
success Of the Atlantic cable Tuesday, when every
thing that could make noise called into requon
and in the evening the island boats to the number
o. crescent following the outline of tho bay producing
most beautiful effect The hotels also brilliantly
illuminated.
Latest from the Cable
New YORK. Aug 2O--Mr Field on Wednesday
sent message to the British directors and received
the following reply to-day
VALDriA, Aug. l9.The directors have just met, and
congratulate you your The Agamemnon ar
rived here at clock the morning of the 5th We
just the point Of charterng ship to lay the shore
ends, and no time will be lost in sending them out
n NV.
beautifully. A. MCKAY.
Cyrus station sent very explicit message to-day to
the agent at Liverpool respecting the accident to the E
ropa.
sCabonear vnge telegraph Concep
ton bay, few miles from Cyrus station
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sATURDAY. AUGUST FL. 1865.


A. lbs busnsss visw Of the proposed
change tsssss VIII b. oesdaesd strictly on cash basis ali
axcne or e subscSaous f tie Uuson are dsoon
snnsd NJ shoud be made 70 Agents sssr ens DATE
~ W Ipsosnb who authorised " make COLLECTIONS
In DsIs~as~, Maryland, and virgtnia tss
wAnm4zla, March ~, lsss--6 t
The orssosss notice include agents coec
tors that W employ heretofore employ this hut
ony performed such service other parts OF the
country Ap 2o-u
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Senator Pugh will address the democracy of Knox
county, at Mount Vernon, on the 9th September.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-02-26
From Washington.

WARRINGTON. Feb. "a.
The commissions of sixty-two Postmasters,
principally in New England and the West
ern States, including Cincinnati, expired
yesterday. Many Of the incombants are
here looking for re appointments, while .
larger number are seeking their places.
The Cabinet had the subject under con-
sideration, but arrived at no conclusion, -
the expectants were informed to-day at the
Post Office Department.
Senator Green will make the opening
speech on Monday, on the Kansas Bill, and
will be followed by Mr.. Collimar in reply.
Mr.. Seward will speak ON Tuesday.
The President, to day. sent to the Senate
for confirmation to various Offices. the ap-
pointments having been made nearly alto
gethor during the recess of Congress.
The Administration has not yet received
any information from Mr.. Dallas of his in
tention to voluntarially vacate his mission.
Alexander NJ Robinson has been appoint
ed to the general superintendency of Indian
Affairs, vice Gov. Cumming.
The challenge having been Withdrawn
the seconds retired, Messrs. Clittenden,
Toombs and Kennedy, of Kentucky, having
effected settlement of the difficulties be-
tween Clay and Cullom, and they have re-
turned to Warrington.
The House Kansas Committee held .
meeting last night, but nothing Of impor-
tance transpired, the vote being tie in
consequence Of the absence Of Mr.. Litcher.
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-02-26

For the Democrat.
MEssps EDITORS 1T was with grief that
I read the appeal in the Gazette the other
day, to the merchants of Davenport, to
crush the liberty of the press
am sure the merchants of this city will
treat the appeal as do the people-,cith
scor~ No men sre more..willing than the
merchants to acknowledge that, in this
controversy upon the currency, you have
(as Jack Downing used to say,) hold Of the
c.ean end of the stick. when We 60 to
buy goods from them. they are free to say
they would be glad to sell cheaper. but the
currency we give them is not worth eighty
csnts on the dollar-and they tell Us they
have much trouble to change it to funds
that they can use even at Chicago, at any
price.
The Gazette tries to make it appear that
this il . controversy between the Democrat
and the merchants. THAT won't win." The
controversy il not between the Democrat
and merchants-nor il it between the Dem
ocrat and Cook 4 Sargent and the Gazette.
But the controversy is between the peo.
pie of Davenport and its surroundings, and
the owners of this miserable trash eslls
Florence and that still more desplcable
trash called the Gazette.
The people will be true to their osca
coarss, and We have one request to make o.
you. Publish the name of every man who
has cut the Democrat and the cause Of the
people, and my word for it he must look
elsewhere for support than to the people
Or WHOM THE WRITKR Is ONE
Daily Iowa State Democrat. [volume] (Davenport, Iowa) 1856-1859, 1858-02-26
Later From Utah.

ST. LOUIS, Feb 26.
G. s. Browne, the Utah correspondent Of
the New York Tribune arrived last night in
company with the U. 8. Dist Atty Hack
ady. They lett Camp Scott Jan. s. The
health Of the army continued good.
The weather was remarkably mild. Lit
tie snow had fallen.
The District Court had indicted Young,
Kimball and others, for high treason.
The Mormon Legislature was still in ses-
sion.
The latest dates they had received from
the States we're to the lst of October. and
much anxiety was felt to hear from the East
in. n.eonsequence Of the rumor ofa money pan
ic.
The Leavenworth Times aays: The Judg-
es and Clerk Of the election ct Shawnee had
been arrested, and testified under oath be-
fore the investigating committee, that the
poll book Of Shawnee was taken TO West
port and three hundred names added thereto
in that place.
}. J. Clarkson, postmaster Of Leavsn-
worth, was burned in efigy on the night Of
the 18th. Threats we're made Of lynohing
him if he could be caught