If it had been observed a just and fair election woald have reflected the will of the people of the Territory. Before the election fale and inflammatory rumors were busily circulated among the people of western Missouri. The number and character 6f the emigration then passing into the Ter itory were grossly exaggerated and misrepresented. Through the active exertion of many of its leading citizens. aided by the secret society before referred to. the passions and prejudices of the people of that State were greatly excited. Severnl residents there have testifled to the character of the reports circulated among and credited by the people.
Keywords matched
emigration