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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Agricultural.

Having been honored in my absence from tie
last meeting OF the MeckIenburg Agricultural So
ciety, by the election the Presidency Of said So.
ciety, therefore reques, the members 10 NEE! II
Charlotte on Thursday, the 22d inst, at ii
o'clock. 1t is hoped and requested they will still
further honor me by full and PuncuaI attend
ance on that day, at the hour appointed. They
will meet in the Court House at the ringing Of the
bell. Shall it be any longer said Of The timOhon'
ored county of old Mecklenburg. that they have
attempted several times TO get up Agricultural
Society, and always failed! | trow not. Let
each and every member leave their respective
homes with the intention Of attending the meeting
let that be the main object that day. and Punctu'
ally go into tie meeting at the signal given Those
living in town, it is hoped, will also give their
punclual attendance. II all will do so, and attend
to it, the benefit to agricultural interests arising
from it will be immense. Should the Soeely
prosper end succeed, as ! hope il will, none VIII
be more gratifed than him you thought proper "
preside over you, and he will do all ne TO pro-
mote lis interests and prosperity. Other cI''zen'
are invited TO come forward, enrol their names
and become members
4. SPRINGS, President
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
The LegfsIats:r2

After most prot-actcd and laborious session OF
months, will adjourn Tomorrow. The county
had its eye fixed with intense interest upon its &C
ton, and we believe that the most SaDguine expCc-
talions have been realized. 1t was known early
in the preceding Spring, that this Legislature
would be crowded by applicants for charters, and
that the internal improvement fever was at its
height. After the election, and during The session,
several of the warmest friends OF system Of ju-
dicious exp, ndtures for improvement, were alarm
ed, lest the pressure from without would drive the
members 10 unreasonable lengths.
We think they have struck The happy medium,
neither swervcd by niggardIy parsimony or by
reckless profuson, but granting charters in mos:
instances asked, and either assisting that Road
which could be viewed as a State enterprise by
an appropriation or by an endorsation OF the bonds
Whatever complain, may have heretofore been
made aaSins. the Representatives Of the old State
on account Of their hardness to enter unprepared
upon career Of extravagant appropriations Tor
Improvement, experience has proved the wisdom
Of the pocy-and now, the present Legislature
acting under the light shed upon the subject b.
all the experiments made in this country and in
Europe, has, just at the right junctuTe, come for
ward, and by exceedingly judcious liberality
redeemed her from the reproach Of the sluggard,
and started her bounding onward 10 the develop
ment OF her resources, and the fulflment Of her
destiny. When cur Stale is checkered with a
network Of Railroads, more beautiful than the
God forged armour of Achilles, carrying her va.
ried products to every mart in the world-when
the tide OF emigration, which has made d. ISOLATE
many homestead, shall have ceased. and the
talent and energy indigenous to our State, is en-
ployed in the cultivation and advancement of its
native land-when peace and plenty, wealth. in.
eIligence and prosperity shall pour their manifold
blessings upon our favored region, the members
of the present Legislature may view the happy
prospect, and reflect, with feelings of patriotic
emotion that This can be traced to their actions in
the session just closed,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
ERfPr.

The steamer Empire City arrived at New Or
leans, on the 18th, with Havana dates of the 10Th.
Her accounts fully confirm those brought by
the Isabel at Charleston, relative TO the troubles
existing in Cuba.
Concha is fully posted up to the designs of
the FiIIibusters in the United States, and will give
them warm reception. The troops have orders
to show quarter.
Kinney is the nominal head of the Expedition,
bul Quitman and Henderson are the prime movers.
The Pampero will carry portion Of the Expedi-
ton Each soldier is promised seven hundred
acres of land.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Highly Important from Havana.

By the steamship Isabel, just arrived from Ha
vana, the port of Charleston, the papers of that
city have been placed IN possession of highly i'm.
portant news from Havana.
A friend, who came passenger the Isabel,
says the Courier, informs that plot had been
formed to assassinate, at the Opera, the Captain
General and other officials. The gas to have
been extinguished and the work OF death COM
menced. traitor, however, betrayed his CON-
rades, and on the 9Th inst, Don Ramon Pinto. an
intimate friend of General Concha and thirty five
influential citizens ware arrested. On the follow
ing day forty others were arrested, among them
it is said, The famous Narti of the Opera House,
and Echevaressi, manager Of the Railroad. The
Governor OF Matanzas and Senior AImeda, rich
and well known planter Of Trinidad, have also, it
IS said, been imprisoned. Fears of invasion are
entertained, and the Government is arming every
one they can-eyen the galley slaves
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

o. The Merchant Mills OF Leroy Springs is
now completed and fully under way. 1t is really
grand enterprise, and reflects credit upon the
liberal capitalist at whose expense it was erected
and the Machinist's who executed the work and
Put the wheels IN motion. All the latests inven-
tons are used, and the whole Machinery is of the
most approved and beautiful description and work
to a charm.
Mr.. Springs is either prepared to buy all the
Wheat grown i'll this and the neighborIng coun-
ties, or to grind it upon toll. He has in his EN-.
pIoy one Of the most skilfu and experienced
Mers in The United States. Mr.. DAVID LIND.
SAY, formerIytof Scotland but lately Of N.York,
has had opportunities Of perfectng himself in the
art Of preparing Wheat and then grinding it into
Flour, rarely equalled. So accurately does he
understand his business, that only few bushels
of Wheat WAS injured in getting ready five pair
of Stones to make No. l Flour.
A number Of persons. not only Of the town,
but visitors, have gone 10 examine the Machinery
and are delighted with the symmetry, elegance
and accuracy with which it performs. Not jar
is fcl. or a grating is heard but all goes on as
smooth and sleek oil. We have tried some
OF the Flour manu- actured and think it equal 10
any ever used.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

NEURALGIA DIR. Sanborn of Audovcr,
presses the opinion that this distressing maIady orr
ginales in the dental nerves in great ma oriry Of
cases He says: Seemingly sound and healthy
teeth, which have never given inIimaon Of dcI'c-
ton, often contain in some secret recess cnrious
opening, through which external agents insdUus.
Iy enter, and at first gradually woundng and irr
tating the delicate ibres, nfame Ultimately he
whole nervous system, ard arouse those peculiar.
Iy excrucia,ing filshes and paroxysms OF agony
which none but the victim of neuralgia can odc.
quatey describe
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
CHARLOTTE::
FRIDAY MORNING, February I6, 1855.
THURSDAY EVENING, Feb. &c,

THURSDAY EVENING, Feb. 16, 1855.
CoTToN-Not much coming in; extremes range
from 81 10 Il, with an upward tendency.
CORN Brisk, at SIS TO 90; slight advance.
FLoUR.--Bull; from II 81, considerable
decline.
MEAL.-e5 9Oc.. and wanted.
OATs.-DulI; large supply on hand-we quote
at 40 cents.
New BAcoN-Hog round - 8.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

O. The Rev. Drury Lacy, Pastor of the Pres
byterian Church in Raleigh, has been elected
President of Davidson College. The Raleigh
Register says:
We do not know whether DR.. Lacy will &C.
ccpt The station thus rendered, bu, we do krow
:hut, i'll the event OF his acceptance, he will carry
il The highest Qualities OF head, the nobIest quail
ties Of heart nd the finest scholastic etainments
The resignation Of his Pastorship would be great
loss 10 the congregation whom he has served SO
many years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Terms of Advertising.

Advertisements will he inserted 81 square oT the first,
aud ior cacn subsequent insertion. square
OF thirteen !ines less this letter.
reasonable deduction will be made to those who adver
riee by tho year.
Double column advertisement will be charged IS cent
additional on the usual rates.
Advertisements inserted monthly quarterly 81 per
for each insertion.
Obituaries, Tribute of Respect, Religious meetings, and
BccTOcnt societies, will be charged hall the Advertising
rates.
For announcing candidates for office 90 IN advance.
Professional and Business Cards exceeding lines
~l be inserted at s. year. not exceeding square 81
- LCers business be addressed TO the Proprie-
tors, post paid, 10 ensure attention.
~ Subscribers and others who may wish to send money
u.s. can do al all mes ~ mail, ard at risk.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

D. K. McRAE, Esq.-The Fayetteville Obser-
yer Of yesterday learns that a letter received
in that place on the day before, stating >ha' The
health Of Mr. McRae, american Consul ii Pori>}
was improving, and that he was expected to re-
sumo the dulles Of his t1fice in few days.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

- A man named Wheeler, at San Fra ncisco
lately accomplished the feat of walking one hun.
dred and one consecutive hours, without a II O.
menl's rest
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

ILLINOIS SENATORIAL ELECTIoN.--Lymnn
TrumbUll has been elected TO the u. 5. Senate by
the Legislature OF Illinois, in the place Of Senator
Shields. The result quite unexpected. Mr.
Trumbull is the Representative elect from The
eight Congressional District.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

The name ofthe Wilmington and Raleigh Rail-
road Company has been changed TO that OF the
Wilmington and Roanoke Railroad Company
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Maxwell Gamblers, Esq, one of the weahhiest
mon in the Stale died al Salisbury the 7th nst.,
aged IS years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

THE SPANISH MIssIoN.-tIon. Jno. G. Brccken-
ridge, lately appointed Minister TO Spain, has de-
clinrd the appointment, and the lion. A.C. Dodge,
Of Iowa. has been appointed in his stead.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

INFLUENCE OF NEwsPAPERs.-The Boston
board oftrade re endeasorng 10 extend ihe Yves
tern circulation of Boston newspapers, for the pur-
pose OF influencing trade in favor Of that city.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
The Infant Drummer.

This youthful musical prodigy will be here to-
night and give one of his best entertainments
he has been regarded wherever he has been as
the 18Th wonder OF the world and our exchanges
speak Of his performances in most unmeasured
terms of delight and amazemCn'. 7"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

- We learn from The Salisbury Wing that
Maxwell Chambers. who died few days since,
bcqucathcd TO Davidson College $3.50, 900.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Washington AtonPS.

WASHINGTON, Feb. ~.
Augus,e Belmont, Mmiser 10 the Hague, has
succeeded in negotiating an important arrangement
with The Dutch Governm ent, being the establish
ment OF n Conve ntioD of American Consus to oil
colonial ports now open 10 foreign trade. The
English and Austrian Ministers very much
Hquid at Belnont's success, as the same object
has been long sought after by them.
The soop- of-war Decatur, supposed 10 have
been lost has been heard from. Az last accounts
she was in the Straits of Magellan, waiting for a
steamer to tow her through,
The redemption Of the public debt last week
amounted to $50, 800.
The Singapore Free Press, received here,
states that Minister Mclean is about TO negotiate
n new commercial treaty with the King OF Siam.
800 loaves of bread, and groceries TO the amount
81 $500, were distributed TO the poor Of this city
by three OF lis phiIahthropic citizens. The num-
Der o: nppIicants for relief was immense.
AsFERICt Ans IN L9NDON.-An American writing
from London TO the Newark Advertiser says:
Il havo been lorcibIy and agreeubly impressed
with the attention which foreigners, at least Anne
rlcans receive here. No trouble IS too great for
those Ia Office tn take in order 10 enable rhem
cninv and profit by the objects they have Travelled
so many miles 10 see and study. Even collcc-
lions Of paintings, shut TO the British public, (Lord
FlIesmere's gallery, 70: example are freely open
ed TO them without free reward
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Senior Molina, the Minister OF Casta died in
Washington CRY on the Sd instant.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
LEGAL SALES.


SUCCESSION SALE.
The State of Louisiana, Seventh District
Parish Of East Foliciana. Court, Mo-
In the matter oc the succession of Gilbert S.
Scholeld deceased.
n pursuance Of and by virtue OF a commits
sion directed to Inc from the Honorable
Court aforesaid, Twill offer for sale at pub ic
auction at the Court House door in the town
OF Ghn.o Parish aiore said, on WEDNESDAY
The oth DAY OF JANUARY, 1856 at the
hour Of lu O'Clock A. NJ. the following desc,ib-
ed properly bclonei q TO said secession, to-wit.
One Horse and Buggy;
A lot of Medicines ,.... Medical works:
a lot Of Surgical Instruments;
A lot of Household aud Kitchen furniture
One Revolver pistol;
Saddle and Bride;
One SILVER Watch and other small articles;
Terms Of Sale--Cash, if the property brings
lis appraiscmcnt, if not it, will be Immediately
re-oiiered without further advertisement. Or
u credit II months, the purchaser to give his
note with approved security, with eight pei
cent interest from date
JAMES WELSH,
Dec % 1866. Auctioneer.
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LEGAL SALES.
SUCCESSION SALE

SUCCESSION SALE.
TnE STATE OF LoulslANA,( 7th Distrist Court,
Parish cf East Felciana. No. 2355.
In the succession Of A. J. Law, deceased
IN pursuance ofand by virtue of Il commission
i directed to me by the Honorable Court
aforesaid i'll offer for sa e 10 the last and high
est bidder, at public Auction, at the court house
door in the Town of Clinton, Parish aforesaid.
At the hour of II O'Clock \. H., ON WEDNES-
DAY THE 9Th DAY OF JANUARY, 1856.
The following described property, belonging to
the aforesaid succession, to-Nit:
The negro man GIN, aged about 60 year.
Terms of Sale Cash
JAMES WELSH.
Dec. 90, Auctioucer.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
SUCCESSION SALE.

SOttLSiON NiLE.
THG SsATE OF LOUISIANA, Seventh District Count,
Parish of East Felicana, No. 24l4
In the matter Of the succession of Elisha Waller,
deceased.
pURSUANT to an order of the Honorable
L Court aforesaid, and by virtue ofa com
mission to me directed, will Offer for sale, At
the Court House in the Town of Clinton, Par
ish and State afores said, at public auction, ON
THURSDAY, THE oath DAY OF JANUARY
1886 Between the hours Of II o'ciorl A. NJ
and sunset of the same day. The fol owing
property appertanig to said estate, to-wit:
\ negro woman. named SILVA, aged about
30 years; and her child PATSEY; aged ,
years;
Terms of Sale-One half Cash, and the othc'
half on credit until the first of january 1857
with eight per cent interest after due until paid
purchaser to give approved personal security
aud a mortgage retained on the property until
final payment of debt, interest and cost
dec % JAMES WELSH, Auctioneer
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SUCCESSION SALE.


The STATE OF LOUISIANA, Seventh District Coul t
Parish OF East Fclicana. No. 2394.
In the matter of the succession Of Martha \.
Kent deceased.
IN pursuance of and by virtue of a commits
sion directed to me from the llonorabl
Court aforesaid, will offer for sale at pebiic
au ton at the Court house door, in the town
of Lliu;on, Parish aforesaid, on WEDNESDAY
goth DAY OF JANUARY next, at the hour
Of ten o'clock A. NJ. The following described
pro, erty belonging to the said succ, sson, to-
Nit:
A certain tract of land situated IN the aiorc,
sid parish, supposed ocontain one hnndre.
and sixty Q6W acres, bounded on the north
be Albert d. Woodard, west by the Ragland
tract, east by lands of Mrs. Cassandra Har-
rtl
Terms Of Sale--Cash, provided the land
brings the amount Of the apprrsenent.
JAMES WELSH.
Dec. 30 1855. Auctioneer, I. p.
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VI laNtCsi.

A n active honest Man in each section Of the
n state, to take orders by sample for VEL
PAU'S MAGNETIC AGENTS. 10 active men
salary of $500 per year, and a small commis
SION will be paid. "Salary payable Monthly"
For particulars address Dir. NJ. VELpAU,
40 IL Broadway, New-York, enclosing stamp
to prepay answer nov II 4w.
NEW BUCKWHEAT-Che Sour Crout Mack
" erel Onions and Irish Potatoes in Kints and
Bxrals, IN ssle - nopS J. s. UARMoEp.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
THE AM MERICAN PATRIOT
WILL BIZ PUBLISHED REGULARLY EVERY SATURDAY.
By w. II. GREEN l. G. T.. DUNN.
Office ouer G. A. Neafus' store.
TERMS.

SUBSCRIPTION, Three Dollars, sAen paid in
aloance, or Five Dollars if not paid at the
time of subscribing, or at the close Of the
uar. Subscriptions ,ciU not be received far
a Tess period than sir months, utich ,cH be
Two Dollars. inpariably in adraace. No
paper wiH Be discontinued until a rearages
are paid except at the option Of the pub
hsher
ADVE2TISEMENTS inserted at One Dollar
Dor squire, of ten lines or Tess, and Fifty
Cents for each subsequent insertion. Literal
deitctioas cil be made to those who advertise
bg the pear.
al co0.aaaaiea'ions Of a personal nature, either
of lejtnSi9e or offensive character, must be
6aI tjr accort;'g to the regular advertising
rates IN orler to secure publication.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
PROBATE SALE.

PROBATE SALE.
THE STATE OF LOUISIANA, Seventh District Cous,
Parish of East Felciana No. l446,
In the matter of the succession Of David NJ
Marlborough, deceased
.DURSUANT to an order of the aforesaid
Honorable court, to me directed, | will
sell at Public Auction, at the last place of res
idenee Of the said ased, in the parish afore-
said, on SATURDAY, the 29th day of Decem-
her, A. d. lS55, at l / o'clock, a, m the fol-
lowing property appertaining to said success
sion, viz:
One Horse and Wagon;
Two yoke of Oxen;
Twenty head of Cattle;
Forty head of hogs;
Terms of Sale.
A credit of twelve months from the day OF
sale. purchasers to give approved personal Sc
curity, and the purchase money to bear eight
per cent interest from the day of sale.
B. NJ G. BROWN, Sheriff.
December is 1858.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
Eelicialta Institute.
A Select Boarding and Day School for Young Ladies
and Misses.

MRS. NJ. j. CLIFFORD, Principal
THIS Institution is now open. Parents and
l guardians are respectfully requested not to de-
lay the return of their children, the long vacation
makes speedy return to study highly important
For terms, apply at the Institution.
REFERENcE:
Hon. E, T. Merrick, c. J. F. R. Harvey, NJ: D.
Henry Marston, Esq. Henry Skipwith, Esq.
I. w. Robins, Esq. q. g. Comseock, ESQ.
Clinton, L., OOt. 10, ls1e.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29

ST.. ASS.UN SALE.
The STATE OF LOUISIANA, Seventh District Court
Parish of East Feliciara. No. 1852.
In the succession of Harriet Il. Whitehead
deceased.
i N pursuance of and by virtue of Commits
sion directed to me from the Honorable
Court aforesaid, will expose to sale, at public
auction at the last place Of residence of said
deceased, on SATURDAY THE 26th DAY
OF JANUARY NEXT, 1856. The following
described property belonging to said success
sion, to-wt:
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ssEinc5tal GI ~ Female Institute
Wanted.

TIE Silli.nan Female Institute at Clinton,
La, j., by the resignation of the Rev. s..
Taylor, without principal.
This i, legally incorporated institution,
and has been in successful operation about
three years. The number of pupils has aver
aged about s,yeny-fve, of all ages The
haitHin-s ar of brick, beautifully located and
i'll Iinr condition.
The Trustees have fixed the first Of Decem-
Der as the period at which they will make an
appointment.
Applications may be addressed to j. B.
Smith, f. Ilariesty and VIM. Silliman, who
will give any desired information.
ocl3 WM. SILLIMAN, Pres't.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29

the Sabbath day, or if any slave
shall be found at any time in
any the aforementioned places
unless sent as aforesaid, where
he shall have been permitted
to remain for the space of five
minutes with the door of the
place closed; or il any slave
shall be seen to carry into the
afore mentioned place any ar
ticIe or commodity supposed
for sale, and not bringing the
same out, or if he shall bring
out of such place any article
or commodity which may have
been purchased or received
therein, or if any slave being a
teamster or driver of any team
wagon, cart, or other vehicle,
shall be seen TO leave his team
before or near the door of any
such storchousc, warehouse,
tipping shop, or other place
fitted up, or kept for tradiag,
and enter such place, and
there remain for tho 9puee OF
five minutes. at any hour
the day or night, D.,ae '.
consent ofhis ov y, aai
or employer, ana sh,.u .e seen
to carry into the aforesaid
place, any article or commodi-
ty, supposed for sale, and not
bring the same out, OF if he
shall bring out Of such place,
any article or commodity;
which may have been purcha-
sed or received therein without
the consent aforesaid, Or if the
owner of the aforementioned
places of trading, or slave, or
any person of whatsoever de-
scription is seen to go TO the
aforesaid tcanstcr's vehicle, be
it ofany description, and take
or receive thcreirom, Oh re-
ceiye from it, by the tcanster,
or any one else, any article or
commodity whatsoever, sup
posed for sale, and take the
Same into the at''resaid place
Cor trading and not bring the
same out ; or if they bring OUT.
Of the place OF trading, any ar
ticlc or commodity supposed
to have been purchased or re-
ceived therein, and put the
same Inio or upon the vehicle,
OF deliver to the teamster il
any manner Whatever; the
same shall be taken as pre-
sumptive evidence against the
person owning or keeping such
storehouse, warehouse, tip
ping shop or other place fit
ted up or kept for trading Of
the offence described in the two
preceding sections, to be re-
butted however, like other pre-
su'npt,yos.
The American patriot., 1855-12-29
SUCCESSION SALE.

TIE STATE Or LOUISIANA 7th District Court,
Parish OF East Fe.iclana No 222t
Ia the Succession OF JAS. Perkins, deceased.
4 ~ pursuance OF an order and in virtue of
= commission t. me directed from the Honor
able Seventh District Court, III and for the Par
ish OF East tc.iciana, will sell at pubic auc-
ton, between the hours of lU oclock A. NJ
and t o'clock +. NJ, of
MONDAY 3lSi DAY OF DECEMBER 1855.
Al the Plantation OF deceased, on beaver Creek,
i'll the Parish aforesaid, The following described
real aud personal property, to-wit:
1st. Separate properly Of 0eceaSed