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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Distribution for Common Schools.

In l949, during The administration Of Gov. Man.
ly, the sum Of $50. ISL was distributed among the
various Counties of the State for the support o.
Common Schools; in 1850, also during Gov.
Manly's administration the sum Of Sl02, 314 SIS
In 1851, 1852, and 1853, during Gov. Reids adj
ministration, the sum of $128,0l2 IA was disri.
butcd for each of the years named ; and for the
year S54 the distribution will amount 10 $3.50 $50
being seventy. eight thousand dollars more than in
1850, and ninety-one thousand dollars more than
in l849. The whole amount distributed during
the four years Of Gov. Reds administration will
be $3.50, l56 40.
Neither the cause OF Common Schools nor In.
ternaI improvements has suffered during the time
the Democrats have been in power. On the con-
Irary. all interests have been improving and ad-
vancing.
Our mineral and agricultural resources are be-
ing developed more rapidly than at any former
peri our rail and plank roads going for
ward our Common Schools are doing more good
than ever heretofore, and more money is being
paid out for their support. Why then ShO"ld lie
Of State affairs lie changed p
Must our present prosperous condition be pnt to
hazard or exposed to change, merely to crafty a
few hungry politicians? v e think The people will
say no !-SandaTd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
The Kentucky Osstra &C.

We clip the following extracts from the Bai-
more Sun which gives an account of the murder
Of Professor Butler, in Kentucky:
We have published an outline Of the !esi
mory in this case. 1t may be again briefly stated.
Butler, the decreased, was schooInastcr, and a
Young Ward was one of his pupils. The teacher
had occasion to punish the pupil. The next day
TWO Of Wards brothers, men grown, armed them
selves with pistols and knives and went TO the
school, room there rudcly questioned and insued
Butler, who repeatedly asked them suffer him
TO make explanation. They went on from
proyocaon 10 provocaion, mani(esty to excite
Butler 10 attack and finally called him 90 Il
damned liar and scnnndrel." Almost at the
same instant he was shot. Some difference in
the testimony occurs here. and portion Of ii
goes to prove that Butler raised his hand and had
Ward by the shoulder when the shot was fired
very probable fact. Ward had his hand in his
pocket during the conversation, and in all he lid
menacing his gentle and unresi<tng vctm,
who, at The last, no doubt, saw the pistol as it was
drawn, and rushed upon his death in the effort to
save his life
sc But we admit the worst construction put upon
the matter by the defense, that Butler rushed upon
his assnlIant with the purpose OF filling him 10 the
floor a construction not warranted by any reliable
fact in the case. After Butler was shot, one of
his assistants was coming to his aid, but re.
pulsed by the brother, who approached the man
with large Bowie knife.
"Upon such state Of facts as this, a Ken
lucky jury, in few hours, rendered verdict OF
- not guilty." Comment upon so monstrous a
fraud beggars itself. The only solution of the
riddle IS in the wealth and influence of the Ward
family, and such an excuse for the jury in the
case only magnfes the inGmy Of their deed"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Late from E,,1rcEe

The steamer Africa arrived at New Yorx brig
ing Liverpool dates OF April %.
The treaty of closer alliance between France
and England had bcen ratified.
The treaty Of alliance, offensive and defensive,
between Austria and Prussia h4d been signed.
The complexion of The news from the Bahic,
Black Sea, and the Danube is The by the
previous arrival. The campnign in Asia was ex-
pected to commence about the midd" o! April!
GENERAL News. There is nothing important
from France or England. The correSp ,ntrnt OF
the London Times at Madrid says that The af,,
of the Black Warrior, so far from bring settled,
has been urged with extreme violence, aud
wears very threatening aspect
1t was stated from Spain that Mr. Soue had de-
manded the immediate recall Of Capifin General
PeZuea from Cuba, and that an officer should
succeed him with power TO settle upon he spot
such disputes may arise with the authorities Of
Cuba hereafter
Mr.. SouIe it is also stated, had demanded
immense amount Of money as an indemnify for
the Black Warrior affair.
The Spanish Government had issued an impor-
tant decree against the slave Trade of Cuba, ac-
cording to which all ssves were 10 be immediate
Is registered, and any slaves found on the island
without copy of this register was to be regarded
as irauduently imported and declared free. The
decree also provides for The introduction and or
ganzation of white laborcrs.
The expulsion Of the Greeks from Turkey was
vigorously enforced The Greek instruction as
sumes the shape of guerilla warfare, harrassng
but not formidable.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Very respectfully,
Some Shooting.

The New Orleans Pcayune says:
"The great match and bet OF ono thousand dol.
lars to eight hundred, has at last been decided,
Mr. Travis winning the money upon the first shot.
The affair came off on May day, at the private re-
sidence Of Mr.. G. a. Ba0bItt, at Bayou Ramos,
Tiger Island, parish of St. Mary's. in this State.
1t being difficult 10 procure an apple, small or
ange, only about inches in circumference, was
substituted. After the shooting distance of thirty
six.Geet was measured, the orange was placed by
the judges on the head OF gentleman, friend of
both parties Mr.. J. p. o., and no object nterven-
ing the first shot told The story, hitting the orange,
half OF the bullet going through.
Both gentlemen displayed great nerve upon the
exciting occasion. Some OF the best spOrtsmen
and acknowledged best shots in the country were
present. and all express themselves fully satisfied
that Mr. Travis is the best pisto' shot IN Tie 'ro'ld
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

TIE THREE-DoLLAR GOLD Co1N.-Specimens
of this coinage, which was authorized by Congress
having been submitted to and approved by the Sec
rotary Of the Treasury, the coins will be imme.
diatey put in circulation. They are thus described
by the Union:
The diverse Of this coin represents an ideal
head, with the fea,hered cincture symbolic of
America, the word ''berty" appearing on the band
encirchng the head, and the inscription "Unted
States of America" surrounding the whole. On
the reverse IN a wreath composed Of some Of the
staple productions Of the United States, viz
wheat, cotton, Indian corn, and tobacco the de-
nomination and date being in the centre. As
compared with the other gold coins The devices
and arrangement are novel, but perhaps not less
appropriate, and together with the difference in
the diameter Of the piece, will make it readily
dIstingulshable from the quartereage, which
approaches it most nearly value. 1t is
l62Oths OF an inch in diameter, and weighs II 4
grains % 1925.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

VIRGINIA FEEDING THE NoRTH.-The Norfolk
Argus states that about 80 bbls Of fish OF various
kinds are daily shipped from Norfolk TO Baltimore
by one dealer alone. Another ships on average
20 bbIs of hard crabs. Later in the season the
quantity will be much larger. so tbls. of eggs
sometimes hundred) are sent twice week to
New York by the regular steam packet. One man
ships 5000 TO 5000 punches of radshes daily 10
Baltimore. dealer has sent hence to the New
York market, within the last three weeks, 600
bbIs. of sweet potatoes, and his clear profit is
about one dollar on each barrel. Quite Il large
business is also done in dried apples and peanuts
Three hundred bushels of the latter article are
weekly shipped 10 New York by one person, who,
within the last four or five months, has also ship
ped upwards Of 20, 600 bushels of dried apples
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
From the Raleigh Standard.
MT. DTaGs'S Acceptance.

We give below Mr.. Braggs letter to the Com
mIice accepting the nomination for Governnr.-
Tie OCCASION did mol r. qu:re long letter, or any
thing Hk, a DISCUSSION vi the topics OF the day !;
anI Mr. Bragg. 1t will tee ol'sr rived, after referring
in mtIrsI terms to tn" fact that he had II sought
or desired the :lumuat"a, and to the hg hoEor
conferred upon him, accepts II, rendered as 1t was
unanimously and under such tlAtirrlng clrcumstan-
ccs-at the Same lime approving most cordially
the Resolutions adopted by the Convention.
Mr. Bragg will doubtless enter the campaign
during the cnsurihg week, and will bring 10 it all
his industry and cn'.rgy. The Democratic party
" III find in him Il most able exponent and rhhmpi-
on. and the people man sincerity devoted TO
their interests and righ's.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

QUARRELING.-lf anything in the world will
make man feel badly, except pnching lis e. gers
in the crack of door, it is unquestionably a
quarrel No man ever fails to think less of him.
self after, than he did before; t dcgradts him in
the eyes OF others. and, what is worse, bIunts bis
sensibiies on the one hand, and increase the
power and passionate rrita by on the other
The truth is, the more peaceably and quietly we
get on the better for neighbors. In nine cases
out of ten, the better course is, if man cheats
you, to quit dealing with him; if he is abusive,
quit his company if he ISLANDERS you, take care
to live so that nobody will believe him. No matter
who he is, or how he misuscs you, the wisest way
is to let him alone; for there is nothing better than
this cool, calm, and quiet way Of dealing with the
wrongs meet with.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

The END OF THE GARDINER TR1AL.-The
case of John Charles Gardiner, brother of the late
DR.. Gardiner indicted on charge OF perjury, and
also for false swearing, was called up in the GRIM
ina court of Washington on Monday, but as the
defendant failed TO make his appearance, MS re-
cognIzance was declared forfeited. 1t is said he
left Washington two weeks ago, for some place
beyond the limits Of the United States. DR..
Thomas Miller was his surety in the sum of So 900,
and Hudson Taylor and James McClery in the
sum OF $4,000, but the Union says they are amply
Unidentified. Should Gardiner appear before The
close OF the term OF the court the forfeiture of the
recognizances may be stricken out.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

WAR PREPARATIONS AT HAvANA-The Gov
ernor General OF Cuba is preparing 20 defend him.
self against the combined forces Of the fIlibuSers
and Creole insurreciionizts. letter from Havana
says:
"1he artillery companies have been sent TO
Moro Castle, and guns have been mounted on the
different Notifications around Havana, and the
Governor has at last decided upon arming 4, 900
blacks These troops are to be differed by whites,
and the sergeants are to be whites also. By this
Judge that the government cannot rely upon the
Spanish white population for efleciuai support, or
it may be n move to form a nccIeus for black
army TO convert Cuba into an African possession
i'll case the government Of Spain cannot be main
tained. Three regiments are to come from Porto
Rico, which, with the 4,000 black troops, will
raise the force here 10 S,OGO''
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
POCKET-BOOK LOST.

T OsT the 5th of November, 1852 on the Taylor
IL Vile Plank Road between Cha rlottc and the Se"
Saw Mill, Pocket Book, containing SIS or sc in money
note on Robt. H. Brawlcy for 5000, with credit
$50 it ; note Ira Alexander for SO G7i an'
several receipts and papers of value to any person
but the undersigned. All persons forwarned agar"
trading for either Of the above named Notes. liberia
reward will be padfor the Book and contents if len
the Democrat Off &c. ROBT. =. HILL
May -, 1854. 42-3t'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
a. RENCllER, President
JACKSON, April 29;h, 1854.


GENTLEMEN Having been absent from home
for the last few days, on professional business,
your letter, informing me, officially OF my nomi-
nation by the Convention, which lately assembled
in Raleigh the Democratic candidate for Gov
of this Sta:r not received until my re-
turn Inst evening.
Though the position assigned me is one of which
any nun might be Justly proud, you arc ncverthe-
less, gentlemen, entirely correct in SuppOsng that
1t one which did not seek and did not desire
Not that was at all Indifferent TO such diSinc-
ton, TO III" advancement success of the po-
li:ical principles TO which devoted, tut be-
cause OF the serious responsibilities | should incur,
IL a candidate, whether cit cted not-an honest
doubt of my own fitness 10 discharge them, and
the necessary withdrawal Of myself for some time
from, the peaceful pursuits of private life
Although therefore, it would be more agreeable
10 me 10 occupy. heretofore, the position OF
humble private in the Democratic ranks, yet, in
view of all the circumstances DO not feel al liber.
ty to decline the high position latteringIy ten
dered me by my political friends, and therefore
yield 10 the wishes Of The Convention and accept
the nomination.
have carefully examined the series of politica
resolutions adopted by the Convention ami encIos-
ed in your letter. This is not lime or fit Occa-
sion to discuss their merits Ii will he sufficient
for now to say that they meet with my entire
approval, and snail hereafter receive my nearly
and earnest support.
1t only remains Cor me to make to the men,
bers of the Convention my sincere and grateful
acknowledgements, and TO thank you personally
for the very kind manner in which it has pleas
ed you to communicate 10 me The fact of my
nomination.
Very respectfully,
Your obi Serv't,
TllOS. BRAGG.
Hon. 4. Rencher. President. CASTOR Mearcs
Esq, John b. Jones, Esq, F. P. Glass, Esq,
s. T.. Williams. Esq, Thos |. Faison, Esq,
Joseph Allison, Esq, Vice Presidents.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

G. The wing papers have good deal TO say
Of late on the subject of g renegade wings" who
have gone over To democracy. Have they reflect
ed that with equal propriety his " satanic majes-
ty - nigh, analhemase all good christians as being
renegade sinners! The door is still open TO all
who, having been converted from errors of whig-
gerry seek udn,irlarce into The DE- mocraiic fold
We have no, YET quit taking in by upwards OF
considerable, and we should not br surprised il
the r, salt of The ensuing guhcrnaro,ial campaign
should show Il very decided accession 10 rhe num-
Der of converted wings Fry. CaToihian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
WASHINGTON, MAY 6.

A despatch from Minister Soule corroborates the
announcement that the Spanish government refu-
ses TO recognise our demands for indemnity il the
Black Warrior case, notwithstanding that the Brit
sh Minister strongly urged compliance.
Sgnor Atcha gees cut tonight "nh the Mcxi-
can treaty. Col. Gadsden has been tciegraphrd
TO go out 10 Mexico by the first packet.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

The Columbia Is. CO. Times states that at the
recent session Of the Criminal Court in that place,
man sentenced TO prison who was descen-
dant of Oliver Cromwell-the great Protector
The Times adds, his name is Puman and his
mother Crowell, of North Carolina. They
changed their name after the accession OF Charles
the Second to the throne of Great Britain, in or
der to escape detection.
This is a historical fact.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

TELEGRAP Across THE ATLANT1C.-The last
mail from Newfoundland brings intelligence Of the
charter and organization Of company by the title
of g The New York, Newfoundland AMI London
Telegraph Company" The ultimate object OF the
gentlemen interested 10 this project is the establish.
men: of a sub marine telegraph, to connect New.
foundIand with Ireland. Peter Cooper is the pre-
sdent, and Prof Morse the vice president of the
company, and it is said that 81. Johns will be in
teiegrapbic communication with ali the cities in
the Union by the end Of September next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Terms of Advertising.

Advertisements will be inserted 81 per square tor the s
and p for each subsequent insertion square con-
ssts thirteen lines or less, this letter.
reasonable deduction will be made those who adver
tlse by The year.
Euublc column advertisement will be chargd - per cent
additional on the usual
Advertisements inserted monthly quarterly 81 per
for each insertion.
Obituaries Tribute of Respect Religious meetings, ard
Benevolent societies. will be charged hall the Advent
For announcing candidates for Office 50 in advance.
Professional and Business Cards exceeding Lines
Will be inserted s. year; exceeding square 81
H Letters business must be addressed TO the PrCprIc
tors, post paid, to ensure attention.
OF Subscribers and others who may wish TO send money
10 Is do all times, Ly mail, and al our rsH.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

SLAVERY EXISTING IN NERRAsKA.-A letter
from William Walker, chief Of the Wyandott
tribe OF Indians, formerly OF Ohio says that slave
ry exists in Nebraska among the whites and In
dlans, IN defiance Of the compromise Of 1920 Ii
has been in existence ever since it was organized
as an Indian Territory. True, there are not many
slaves, bat still slavery exists. Some slaves are
held by the Indians by virtue Of their own laws
and usages, and some by regular bills OF sale from
citizens Of Missouri, while white settlers from the
latter State never hesitate to bring slaves with
them
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

CALICO PR1NT1NG.-The Georgia Citizen an
nounces the arrival in Macon of Mr.. John Cir
row, relative of Mr.. Robert Nelson Of that city,
who has left Lowell, Mass, to introduce in the
Cotton Manufactures of Georgia the art Of Calico
Printing. The Citizen thinks favorably Of the
enterprise.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Important from Washington.

WASHINGTON, May 8, 1854.
1t is stated that dispatches have been received
at the State Department from Mr.. SouIe, who has
demanded his recall, owing to personal affairs
1t is also SAID that in making the demand for in
demnity in the Black Warrior affair he exceeded
his instructions.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12


Four YEARS OF FRAUD VS.. ONE OF INTEGRITY.
Under the Wing administration (says The Wash
ington Union.) which came into power in 1s49,
and gave way TO its SUCCESSORS in 1868, series
OF monster frauds were consummaed, involving
expenditure OF vast sums of the peoples money,
and duplicating some Of the most distinguished
wings in the country Under the administration
of General Pierce, which has been in power little
more than year, we have had frauds punished,
extravaganza OF the worst description arrested,
and economy enforced IN the various departments
Of the government How do the reckless caum-
niators Of the democratic party attempt to answer
The tnrcible and admon"ry contrast? By haiIing
Mr.. Fillmore and his counselIors. and those who
survive of the Taylor dynasty, as SO many ex-
amPlrs of political purify and integrity, and by
assailing General Pierce and his cabinet as cor.
rupt and eAtravagant! The historian, when he
comes To write OF the last five years, will be ap-
paIIcd at the complacent audaciy with which the
truth has been sacrificed by INSCRIPTIONS
party SlQHdYTH.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
FOR RENT.

WILL be rented until the 1st of January next
w two-story Brick House, suitable for dwellni
or store, conveniently situated on Tryon Street. ~
nearly opposite to Kerr's Hotel. The House IS ne"'
aDd immediate possession be had. For further !"
formation apply to WIN. HAklh
Charlotte Nav u. 1874. 42-I
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
RALEIGH, April 2Is', 1851.


To TnaM,s BRAGG, E~Q:-
Sir: At a Convention of the Democratic Re
publican party of North Carolina, which assem-
BLEED in the CITY of RrleIGh, on the l0'h instant,
you were unanimously nominated as their cand-
date for TN" the high Office Of Governor of the
Stale; AMI d''"gnrrd by the Convention
to apprisC YOU of the fct and silly To request
your acceptance of the nomination
We herewith submit for your consideration a
platform Of principles adopted by the Convention,
and trust :h.y will receive your appreciation and
support.
While nra awar" nf The heavy Responsible
Nv which the office of Governor imposes, but
express the prevailing sentiment OF TIE Convrn-
ton when We GccIaro that, although un>ought and
undcsired by you, yOur tried patriotism and well
known drvor,an to Democratic principles, will not
allow you 10 decline the high and honorable duty
thus imposed by the heavy and unanimous voice
of your political friends.
With our personal congratulations upon this
preston OF exalted confidence that part OF the
CONVENTION, and with our best wishes for your
happiness and SIS, have the honor TO Gc,
with great rcspoc:,
Your fellow citizens
4 RE\Clft'P PrcS;,LcUt
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

PANAMA RA1LRoAD.-The Panama railroad is
now open to Obispo, which obviates the necessity
Of any more boating on the Chagres river. The
whole of the Panama railway will be opened by
the lst Of August next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Nav,rat,o,, of the Yadkin.

IT, c. Jones, Esq, OF Salisbury, has published
ia the Salisbury Watchman an interesting ietIer
addressed to Col Walter Gwynn, on the navlga-
lion of the upper Yadkin River. He, in company
with others, descended in boat from Kuck:oru'
in Surry county, TO where the track OF The Cen
trail Railroad crosses the river, for The purpose OF
giving The river a cursory reconnaissance, WIN
view TO determining its capacity for slack water
navigation. He thinks that it might be made
navigabIe, but defers to Col. Gwynn's opinion on
the subject, which he asks for the benefit OF the
public. Col, G.'s experience and knowledge oil
the subject will his opinion to be looked for
with great deal of ne res,-Fay. CaroIlnlam
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

An advertisement in the Montgomery papers
informs us that The Government has Withdrawn
from sale public lands on the routes Of the Mont
gomery and Pensacola Railroad, and the road
from Montgomery by We'umpkn, Elyton, Deca-
lur and Athens 10 the Tennessee line.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
e. The Editor is still absent.
NOtEcc.

The Democrats ct Mecklenburg are requested
20 meet al The Courthouse in Charlotte, 10. morrow
(Salurday.) to recommend suitable candidates for
The next Legislature.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12

SALE OF COPPER ORE-On Wednesday 100
tons OF North Carolina copper ore were sold al
auction, in New York, al IS for each one per cent.
of metal, equal TO 500 per ton, 100000. In
a few days 100 tons more will be sold.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1854-05-12
Pee Dee Star.

We have received the first number Of the ssPee
Dee Star" Wing paper, published at Wades-
born', n. c., by Francis NJ. Paul. We wish him
pcCuniary success.