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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
The EurOpean News.

The London Times received the following from
its correspondent at Vienna, by telegraph:
VIENNA, Wednesday Evening, March IS.
"The following is from excellent source,
though its correctness cannot be vouched for i'm.
plicItIy:
"The new propositions of Russia are based on
the maintenance of existing treaties between
Russia and the Porte. If this be admitted, Rus
STA will quit the PrinciPalitles, provided that the
combined fleets quit the Black Sea and the Bos-
phorus.
Negotiations will then be resumed, in which
the propositions of Prince Menschlkof will form
the base of new convention with the Porte, in
which the four powers 10 participate.
a. Ii is asserted that Austria and Prussia were
willing TO agree to these terms, and that Baron
Bourqueney, on the part of France, thought them
worthy Of consideration, but that Lord West
moreland insisted on the revision Of the existing
treaties.
g 1t is also said, that if the Western Powers
reject these terms, Austria will consider herself
free from her engagement TO Them
'According 10 advices from Constant:nopIe, of
the SIh instant, The fleets sill; at Beicos.-
Sumo Egyptian troops were to be sent to Gambia.
" Reschid Pasha had nude use of menacing
language 10 Nj. Metaxa, the Greek Minister.
"According to advices from Athens, of the
OH instant the Turks had MADE a secord sorte
from the Citadel Of Aria, and violated The Greek
Territory.
80 This is not probable, but, if true, the insur-
gents must have teen completely routed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

The UNITED STATES INVITED TO JOIN Rus
s1A.-Geo. Sanders, Esq, the rejected U. S. Con-
sui at London, received lately, it is said, letter
from distinguished Russian diplomatist, intima-
tiEg that England and France will soon become
united rivals to the United States, and urging the
latter to join Russia against those two powers
The writer makes ar adroit appeal to the CONNER
cial jeaousies of our country, and hints are held
out Of the great service which Russia can render
the world by re.es;ablshing Polish independence,
and by checking The supremacy which England is
rapidly acquiring over other nations. lie also
says:
Russia is the best friend America has at this
moment, and America can he p her in the work
Of regeneration. America has money, and Rus.
STA is in want of it and no doubt Russia will be
glad to contract debt with America at the rate
Of SIX per cenr.-not by obtaining cash, but for
cash worth in ships, and the means of keeping up
The with those who oppose her. America
can build her ships to any extent, large and small
and American ships take out Russian sea-
men for them, passengers, and which neither
France nor England prevent. England
would break with France tomorrow could she 20
back 10 her original position with Russia !; but
;hs she must not be permitted to do, if The world
has a right 10 be Tree She fears America but
she does respect her, and trust the people OF
The United States are not blind to this fact; and
they never had better opportunity than they
have at Ills moment reach England TO under
stand her tlutv.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
CoNsIGNEEs PER- RAILROAD,
From March, 80 to april 5.


J. Fl. Mclean, w. Ramsour ~ Co, Long &
O., J. d. Brown 81 LcmIey, ii. Z. Hamilton, A.
Sheeh & Bro, Sheek & G., Murphy & Black, A..
Stevens & Son, w. B. IL B. f. Wirhcrs, II. F..
Shuord, James & VrsraI, Philer & York, r..
King & Son, Bost & Ramsour, o. Gillespie T..
]. Penn, Long q Johnston, d. B. & J. l.. Cal.
ther, ID. Frazier, a. Z. FuIIrnwidrr, J. WiloJ,
Judge D. F. Caldwell, a. J. York, M. Nathan,
TempIeton & k, NJ. Turner, f. Myers X. T.
Harris, Miller. l.. g. Co., j. p Henderson, Ii. b.
Groner, b. Morrow, II. II. McRorie, r. F. Simon
ton & Co., J. B. Gordon, Chambers q e., Jos. p.
Prchard, Watt, 4. & Co Sezer 81 M, J. flar.
per, C. dickinson, A. Chisholm, }. &. Jenkins, J.
Stamey, CansIer c. & Co., Murphy, McRore d
Co., Jenkins. r. & Co., B. Jetton q Co., J. W.
Williams, J. o. Reid, r. Reid, Concord Manulac.
turing Co., Phoenix G. M. Co., j. w. Council,
Mowring & Burke j. P. Heiterbrand, w. Locke,
]. & R. H. Johnston, w. Murphy e. Co., w. A.
Journey, w. r. Rankin.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

OvERTUREs FOR A DIVISION OF TURKEY
In the discussion between the Russians and British
papers the Turkish question, it appears that
the present Emperor of Russia had frequently en-
deavored TO tempt the cabinets OF Europe to join
him in division of the Turkish Empire /; that he
made overtures Of this kind to the British govern
ment during his visit to England in 1874; and
that secret correspondence has been held with
the British minister at ST. Petersburg on the SUBJ
jact during the last year. The fact is stated by
the London News, and seems 10 be admitted by
Lord Aberdeen.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

WHEAT CRoPs.-The Richmond (Va.) En-
ouirer says that in the vicinity OF that city, and
eastern Virginia. so far it is informed, the
growing crops OF wheat present green, thrifty,
and lively appearance. The Wheeling papers
state that some CT ne wheat in The counties along
the Ohio has been FROZEN out, particularly on
cIayey and wet soils. FROM purtions of Michi-
gan the REPORTS are extI.mely favorable. On tn .
other hand, cores onden's of the Ohio Farmer,
writing from various par's Of that State, say that
The prospects for an average whPa: crop are IN.
favorable. consid' rabIe portion Of the wheat be-
ing entirely killed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

"KNow NoTH1NG." This is the name of a
sect, society association, which sprung up in
New York some time since, and has spread to
different cities, increasing in numbers with great
rapdity, until IFS force is beginning TO be felt in
many places where It has obtained foothold.
Whether the designs Of this sect are the improve
ment Of the social condition of its members, or
the acquisition and exercise of political power, is
not known, though, from recent developments, the
latter is more probable. 1t is thought by some
that this society is nothing more than second
edition of the old {" Native American . Society in
new binding. Whatever it may be, it is certain
they have sprung op with unprecedented raridity
and have been more than ordinarily successful
ia keeping outsiders in the dark with regard to
their purposes and designs.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
kEUFFER, HENDRIX 81 CO.,
COMMISSION MERCHANTS,

& q M ISSlON M T. X & III MIS-,
for the sale of
Flour, Grain, Bacon & Produce generally
Corner East Bay and Union Wharves,
CHARLESTON, S. C.
John Caldwell, r rest. S. G. r. r.
E,z,., Rice Dun, ESQ., Charleston.
Ah Rober- Bryce, Esq. Columbia :, r
..t }. X. Harrison d Co., Charlotte NJ
T N presenting the above card would be doing ~
/ Justice to feelings not TO express gratitude
numerous friends in Georgia. Tennessee, North a'
South Carolina tor their past unwavering Patronng"
since our commencement in this business ia lS4i. -
We have nursed this business from its infancy lD
ed year after year doveIope the resources OF the ~
country. l.
We have battled with the different lines Of rahoa
and have been instrumental in reducing the ireIgh'
produce to reasonable rates. -,
We have friends in Europe and the North, ana anu,
prepared made advances shipments TO e''
markets. ,,h
We would say to our friends and the public Una .t
will be TO their interest 10 consign TO rs, as We pay
whole attention this business alone.
We will make liberal advances on Consignment
NEUFFER, HEN DIRK d ~
April 7, 1854 3''o"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

WILL sell at the Court House in Charlotte Tue"
| day of the Superior Court in May, of the most
desirable Country Residences in North Caro-.
lina (and after that may say the world) known the
Claremont place, continuing - acres lying miles
East OF Charlotte, the Potter's Road, adjoining the
lands of David Parks and others. Persons DESTROYS Of
seeing the land will please call Thos. f. Alexander
at Harrisburg, or G. A. Houston, Claremont.
A. J. ALEXANDER
April 7, 1854. 37.tf
u Charlotte Wing and Columbia Banner copy.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

W The wife of Santa Anna, dictator of Mex.
Ico' was born IN Westerloo, Albany county, N
Y. early IN life, she became an actress, and 6rst
met Santa Anna at Havana, while fulfilling an en-
gagement there, at one Of the theatres. Her mai
den name was Lapaugh, but on her going on the
stage she assumed another
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

JOINT Stock COMPANY New York Her
aid says that company has been formed in tina,
city, and stock taken 10 very large extent. Tor
The purpose Of working The copper mines of Cuba
as soon rs she is annexed; even! which the
stockholders evidently conceive TO be not far of.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

SPEcIE.-We learD from the Cincinnati papers
that Al tons of silver Isl ,5O0;oOO,) arrived at
Louisville from New Orleans recently, in charge
of Adams & Co.'S Express Co.. consigned TO the
Philadelphia Mint. Also, 100000 in gold coin,
in charge Of the same company, making 81, 9OO,-
900 in lransitu belonging to the government.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

ESCuEAT.-J. p Mitchell, who recently died at
Baton Rouge, leaves one hundred and fifty thou.
sand dollars without any heir.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
5000

WASHINGTON, April 3d.-The Gadsden treaty
was under consideration to-day in the Senate, and
advocated by Gen. Rusk. # will be ratified
this week. Gen. Gadsden has left for Charles
ton
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
Sale of PROPERTY.

ON Friday, the 14th day of April, will expose a
u to sale at my residence, l. miles from Char n
lotte the Statesville Road the following prop
erty, Wis TWO NEGRO MEN and ONE WOMAN
all stout and heathy-one boy about 25 years of age
40 wears old, a good cook and field hand. Also,
HORSES, MULES, and RAIL ROAD CARTS. SAFE
will commence at 10 O'Clock. Terms made known Oh
day of sale. ISAAC WILSON
April 1st, 1854. 37-1w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
MILLINERY AND DRESS MAKING.

CT MRS. WHEALAN would respectfully return
@1 her thanks to the Ladies Of Charlotte and yicn
ty for the liberal patronage bestowed on her during
the past season, and having engaged an experience
MILLlNER, she is now prepared to carry on Inc
Millinery g. Dress Making Business;
in all its various branches. Dy-BONNElS mace a"1
trimmed in the neatest and most fashionable In~""
Anr;J ? 1e51 37-1
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

o. A Mr.. MilIwea, from North Carolina, who
was upon business in fernando, Miss, was killed
by young man named Camp. The murderer,
who was under the influence of mesmerism at
the time, IS committed for triaI-baiI having been
refused.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

The Panama Star confirms the report that the
Daren ship canal is failure, and says that full
accounts of the whole affair 60 to the United States
by early steamer, officially, from Capt. HolIins,
Of the Cyane.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

o. kossuth has written letter to the Ger
mans in the United States, in which he censures
the Senate for rejecting The nomination of George
Sanders as consul TO London.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

Seven Stale Legislatures have passed bills TO
AID in the erection OF a monument ir Philade
phIa in honor Of the sjgners of the Declaration
Of Independence.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

o. The New York Sun says, it learns from
private sources that Secretary MARCY has in
struced Mr. SoULE, our Minister at Madrid, to
make demand for indemnity and apology in the
most peremptOry manner :: and should the Span
ish Government hesitate, Put off its reply, under
pretence of waiting for information from Havana,
Mr.. Soule is to lose no time in communicating
the fact to Washington, when our Government
will proceed instanter TO blockade every Cuban
mort"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
For the Democrat,
AN EXTRACT BY REQUEST.


Thou hast face Oh, Heaven
What beauty beams in each
Bright feature there! Oh, it thrills
MY soul, to see its ever changing
Beauties springing forth.
To glad the heart that worships
Atits shrine!- shrine, - r-...-
Where purity in native excellence
Eschewing all extraneous and artistic
Power, sis enthroned, the
Idol of the deUoutest worshipper ..
VERITAS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

Alexander Smith, The new Scotch poet is sal
% be pattern drawer for muslin work.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

- Ex-Gov"rror Morehead has purchased the
Salem (N. c. Cotton Factory for $4,000, and in
tends 10 remove il to LcakeswIa, n. c..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

RELEASE OF THE BLACK ARRIoR.-The Black
Warrior has been given up to Captain Bullock
upon payment OF the fine of $4,000. The Cap.
tain received her under protest The vessel has
received considerable injury from neglect. 1t is
stated that The collector of customs at Havana re.
fused to allow any American house there to be-
come bondsmen for the payment Of the $4,000
exacted of this steamer. 1t is also stated that the
Captain General is dissatisfied at the action Of the
custom house officials, and has promised to dis.
patch memorial 10 the Spanish Queen, asking
her to remit the fine altogether.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
Last Notice.

4 LII persons indebted 10 the late firm OF Dung
"A Blair Il Co., either by Notes Accounts, are j.
qucsted to forward and settle up by the APH
Court, as lorger indulgence cannot be given.
YOUNG, BLAIR g. Gu.
April 3, 1854. 37-u
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07
CHARLOTTE:
FRIDAY MORNING, April I, 1854.
- The Editor is absent.

o. Extensive arrangements have been made
with the hotels railroads, and boats, for the &C.
communication of visitors and guests to the Com
mercial Convention which assemblies in Charles
ton, on the 10Th instant. The following is pro-
gramme Of amusemeDts published for the assem-
bled concourse:
ball on the 18th, at which the beauty and
wealth of the Southern and Western States will
be present.
An excursion around the harbor on the 9th,
and Pyrotechnic display at night.
A public dinner on the 18th 18th.
The Chambers OF Commerce Of Northern anu
Western Cities have appointed delegates. Among
the guests expected are Lieucnants Maury and
Herndon, and ex- President Fillmore.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

o. The Washington Correspondent Of the
Raleigh Standard, under date of the 2Oh ultimo,
thus speaks Of the Hon. B. CRA1GE's maiden e(
fort in the House of Representatives:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

:" In the House, the various bills which passed
the Senate giving the public lands away for the
construction Of Railroads and other purposes,
have received severe check by the loss OF two
Of the most important"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

Since the above was in type, we find the follow
ing in Geographic despatch to the Petersburg
South-Side Democrat Of the LIST instant:
WASHINGTON, March 81, l854.-In the House,
Mr.. Petit, Mr.. Cuttings friend, made statement
that the difficulty had been honorably settled, on
most satisfactory terms, and apologized to the
House for the disorderly conduct of the Two prin.
ciPas.
Mr.. Breckenridge was in his seat and Mr.. Cut
ting absent account OF the sickness Of his
family.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

"Hon. Burton Craige on Thursday last, while
the House was in Committee of the whole, made
a brilliant effort. Mr.. Staunton, OF Kentucky,
who had been Mr.. CraIges predecessor as Chair
man of the Committee on Public Buildings and
Grounds, has been much dissatisfied at his not
being again honored with his place, which Is one
of much responsibility and one which requires
not only man of acumen and ability, bnt of
nerve and scrupulous integrity. Mr.. Sraunton
was not considered by his conduct to possess these
qualities in a superintendent degree. file had
called upon the Committee to inquire into the
sons why U. S. Engineers were employed in aid
ing the construction Of the public works, and was
indignant that the President authorized such EN-.
ployment The officers Of the corps of Engi-
neers have 10 be paid by the government whether
in actual service not. That they are highly
educated and well skilled no one doubts, and it is
true economy, if their services are not needed
elsewhere, to detail them 10 superintend the con-
structon of the public works. All this, Mr..
Craige showed in an able and eloquent manner,
and his speech made a decided impression, for
the House most attentive 10 his maiden
effort
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-04-07

any force. TO pull il down, asserting and proclaim.
ing 10 the last, "liberty and equality, or death. |"
have no idea of adhering TO the Union merely
10 be oppressed by the Unon.''
Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1854-11-17

In this place, on the l4th, BY Rev. w. II.
Seeley, Mr.. JOHN RYDER aud Miss MARY
JANE TYLER, all of Fremont.
Cake received May the sun Of their love
never sci, but shine as softly as the moons pale
beam on the 'msts that ARE waited by the gen.
tie winds of the blue sea isles."
BY Rev II. Lang, on the lth October, Mr.,
Adam Geras aud Miss Mary Ann Richter, both
Of Reed, Seneca CO.
BY the same. on the 10th inst. Mr.. Adam
Weichel and Miss Caroline Weichel, both Of
Sherman, Huron county.
Also, By Rev. II. Lang, on the T4th inst. a,
the residence OF Mr.. Fields, Mr.. GEORGE G..
TlNDALL, and Miss MARY ELIZABETH
FIELDS, both Of BaIlyile.
BY the same, on the same day, Mr.. Jacob
Nakrum, or Fremont, aud Miss Catharine Stol-
ler, OF Balvie.
The following announcement was sent us on
nice, printed, Wedding Gard, requesting III
publication in the Journal, which we copy, ex-
pressing our hope that the "bIanke is" may be
obtained:
"In Elm0re, on the 9th inst, by Rev. Orange
Higgins, Mr.. ALVIN WAIT, to Miss II AR.
RIEr HULL, both Of the above place.
Summer is past and winter is near,
Money is scarce and blankets dear,
| Happy are those who thus conform,
| To keep each other snug and warm"
Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1854-11-17
FREMONT JOURNAL.
Friday, Nov. II, 1854.
Pmhlic Lnclmres.

"BAYARD Taylor is now 'out'-having
delivered h is first lecture in Oswego, last
Tuesday evening. He has three new iec'
lures for use, besides the two used last win
ter Out west societies who desire his SER
vices should speak in season" ~
Nothing conduces SO much to the enjoy
men, of winter evenings as good and whole
some lectures, and no man is better calcu-
lated to deliver lectures than Bayard Tay-
lor. Having travelled in almost every eli
mate, visited the different provinces, king
doms, &c, and made himself familiar with
their forms of government, he is eminent
in bis qualifications as a lecturer; and aside
from these, his brilliant wit, together With
his almost unparalleled eloquence, render
him one Of the first and most remarkable
men Of the age. Why should Fremont not
procure his services, at least for one lecture ?
But says the in9uisitive reader, who will
take hold of this matter? whu is willing to
run, the risk Of paying the expenses which
would arise from procuring suitable room,
and other contingencies? We answer, the
citizens of our town and vicinity. We are
bored every week, with humbug shows,
and these fandangoes always present the
proprietors with handsome remuneration.
Then why is il that on efficient lecture
would not be profitable ?-we know it would
be desirable in the hearts of our citizens.
Let the officers and members Of the Free
mont Literary Asso citation take the matter
in hand, and not only employ lecturer, but
lecturers. We have gentlemen among us
whom, we presume, would take AN active
part in such a movement, and their ability
is sufficient guaranty to insure success
A great deal of practical benefit 10 to be
gained from lectures, and winter evenings
are too precious to trife away in vain en-
tertsinments follies and the various misg!v-
ings Of which human nature is heir to, and
which is too often the effects arising from
an unemployed state of the mind, or from
idleness. Then let us have lectures and if
they are not well attended and patronized,
by the Literati Of our town then we cave,
and acknowledge ourself little too fast for
the age in which we live. But we can as
sur. you one thing, dear reader: if we suf-
fer the golden moments 10 fly past US un
needed, unemployed, and regard them as a
mere feeting shadow, destined for nothing
and in value worth nothing, then we shall
find that we are too Slow for the age, de-
funct. used up, behind d-the-times people,
we must make demonstrations, get up a
stir have continual fuss, or perish by
our own folly
Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1854-11-17

The famous Brigham Young, the Cover
nor Of Utah, and Grand High Priest of the
Mormons, came near having an inglorious
end put to his career, in August last. He
went down into his well to recover lost
bucket, when the kerbng tumbed in. the
earth followed. and Brigham Young became,
for the nonce. subterranean Saint But
the zeal Of his followers would not permit
any such finish to the life of this faithful
shepherd. Spades aad shoves were bro't
into requistion; the harem of the buried
Governor assembled in force TO aid the saw
ing efforts OF the male members Of the flock.
and. in about two hours, they had the graf
6cation of pulling him out, like forked
radish from his sub-soi bed. He preached
that night from the text-"it is nell with
me-"
Fremont journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County [Ohio]) 1853-1866, 1854-11-17

The Grand Jury for The County Of Kent,
Canada, have indicted for Manslaughter,
Twitchel the Conductor, and Kettewell,
The Engineer. of the gravel train which
caused the accident on the Great Western
Road near Chatham.
The American party, in the Legislature
Of Pennsylvania, proves TO be much strong
er than was supposed. There are sixty
members, says the Hamburger (Pa.) Tsie-
graph. of the next Legislature, known to be-
long to the American order