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Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

The APPROACHING CANVASS. j. A. Caldwell, Esq.
is announced through The Whig as the candidate
for Congress in this Dstxct at the approaching cleo
ton.
We understand, though it is not publicly announ.
ccd that Gen. A. j. Dargan of Anson, is also in the
field and would not be surprised before the can
vass is half way advanced if several more knights
were to don the helmet and mount Resonant ready
to enter the lists. Come gentlemen, the more the
merricr-and we assure you your chances will not
diminished by it in the slightest degree. Mr. Craige
is willing to cope singh handed against a battal-
ion of You He is armed at every point, and if the
whole Whig party. Know Nothings, ct i'd omne genus
array themselves against him they will not impede
his way. We wish to see him aroused sufficiently
to cause him to put forth his powers. His friends
are impatiently awaiting to hear him discuss the
grave and mighty questions which have agitated the
public mind since his election to the last Congress.
Having demolished the Ajax lebanon of the Wing
party Of the District during the last canvass we i'm
agne that the lesser heroes will not give him much
| trouble. Charlotte Dem
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

The Know Nothing Convention of Virginia, it
is stated, was composed Of ninety-fve Wings and
three Democrats-or rather, who had been Demo-
Gratis. A brace Of traitors, Beale. and Patton.
were nominated for Lieut.. Governor and Attorney
General but the midnight organization was care
full to select from its own, that is the Whig ranks,
the nominee for the first Office, that of Governor
BY the way, we observe the Democratic papers
Of Virginia doing justice to Ex-Governor Smith.
Once high, almost foremost in Democratic conf
dence and consideration in that and other States,
he is now toppling to IA fall from which no hand
of resurrection can ever raise him. Thus be it
with all who shall dare to stand in the way of the
success Of the only party which can save the Union
If it can be saved-and at the same time pro-
tecl and perpetuate the rights of the slavcholding
States
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

THE CUBAN GAME. Havana correspondent of
the N. Y. Tribune who is very anxious for war
between the United States and Spain says: "A
obtained at any cost 'eouM be blessing to the
isLand FOR IT WOULD FREE THE SLAVES"
In that sentence is the whole free soil policy in
regard to Cuba. Let the South beware !-RaL Reg.
Is the Register alarmed 2 Does that paper really
believe that under any circumstances, Cuba could
he made free State? Its climate, its soi its produc
tions all stamp it as aspot- one of the softest and
best of the earth-for African slave labor Such
is Cuba by destiny, and nothing can change her
admitted into the Union as a free State, which is
highly improbable, Convention Of her people
would soon re-establish slavery.
The men of this generation-the men of tile
South, especially, are not to lie alarmed by such
warnings or predictions as the above.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

If the rains with which we Were recently visited
have been general We may reasonably expect that
the turpen,ne getters and the planters of the South
west will be able to transport their produce to
ket, and as consequence money will become more
abundant. Large quantities of cotton. and other
produce have been kept back owing to the low
condition of the rivers. The placing, too, of these
staples in market will furnish Northern funds to
capitalists and to our Banks, and thus enable the
latter to loan to larger extent to those in want
of money to conduct business operations. Flour
and meal, too, will most likely fall somewhat in
price, as the nillers will now be able to manufac-
ture the surplus on hand.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
THE STOKES DEMOCRACY.

The Resolutions of the Stokes Democracy, which
we publish to-day, breathe the true spirit fhey
are from the pen of that tried and enlightened re-
publican, and faithful public servant, J. j. Martini
Esq. The meeting was addressed by the Chair
man, and by Messrs. Settle, Scales, and Masten.
vigorous and united rally on the part of the
Democrats of that Congressional District, is all
that is necessary to ensure success. The Democ-
racy Of the Stokes region Of the State have never
faltered for a moment, but have uniformly display
ed and carried their flag with firm hand aud de-
termincd step; and they will not be found wanting
now, in this crisis Of perin this day Of startling
and pernicious isms. Our heart is with them, and
we are ready to cooperate with them in their eff
forts for success against the common adversary.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
STATE BONDs-MR. COURTS.

That correct and reliable public Journal, the
New ork Journal of Commerce, notices North
Carolina State bonds and Mr.. Treasurer Courts in
the following complimentary terms:
"The Treasurer ofths State of North Carolina,
advertises for proposals for 81 OO0 900 in per Ct
bonds of that State, thirty years to rum and exempt
from taxation. The interest coupons will be paya-
BILE at the Treasury of the State, at the Bank of
the Republic in this city at the option of the pur
chaser. The bids will be opened at Raleigh. on the
l4th of April. We think it is mistake directing
the bids to be sent to Raleigh, as heretofore most
of the funds have come from this city. The bonds
were never in as much favor as when the proposals
were opened 1t the Bank of the Republic in New
York. There can be no question about the secu-
rity. The State of North Carolina has enjoyed
deservedy high reputation for integrity, I'd her
credit has ever been unimpcachable. Her Public
Treasurer D. W. Courts, Esq, is fair personifca-
tion of her claims in this respect. Plain, unpreten.
ding frank open hearted with nice sense of honor,
he has won the esteem of all our capitalists Any
pamphlets, official information wanted concern.
ing the debt and resources OF the State may be OBJ
tanned Of Messrs. Brown De Rosssett of this city
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

SCNMERvILLE During the first part Of the week.
we visited Summcrville, the county scat of Harnett
and had the satisfaction of shaking hands with
ny old friends, and also extending acquaintance
with the citizens of that section of country We
found them clever set of people, intelligent, enter
prsing and industrious
Summervillc is not a large village, but contains
some handsome dwellings. The Presbyterian de-
nomination have very neat Church edifice, known
Jersey Church" 1t is handsomely painted
both inside and out The pulpit is situated between
the two entrance DOORS and persons are entering
the house their backs arc to the pulpit and in going
out they face it. "e like this plan for one reason
~iz: twill prevent persons from leaving the church
during service unless they have good cause but
If they do leave they must " face the music"
The Grave Yard is the Church. and contains
manv old graveS-somc of the first settlers. Over
one of the graves we noticed this inscription The
grave of the stranger" Who he and his name
did not learn-he may have been a father who
died far away from his wife and little childrcn-or
he may have been an only son, whose fond mother
pressed his hand for the last time when no set out
for the banks of the Cape Fear-or else he was an
only brother-an only relative. Whoever he was
he did not die uncared for, for we understood that
the slab which marks his grave placed there by
that kind-hearted and generous man, Col. Alex
MurchSon.
There are two public houses in the villase-one
, kept by Mrs. Bailey, the other by Malcolm Mckay,
Esq, who we found an OBJ ging landlord and gentle
man.
There are two fourishing shcools in Summervillc
Ollie taught by J. c. McNair, ESQ, and the other
by Gen. A. ID Mclean.
There is not store shop of any description
in the place. Not drop Of liquor for sale on the
ground There is provision in the charter of Cum
. bcr!and Academy located at Summervie) which
prohibits the sale of Intoxicating liquors in the vii
: lage it. The question mooted in pri-
vate circles whether the location of the county
at the place would not render this restriction void
NJ II H. Al.
of the citizens generally. Before any of the fire
water" can be sold at the county seat of uar,, e,
j. the Legislature must act on the subject.
Upwards of one hundred acres of land mostly
lying in the centre ofthe village have been dona
| to the county of Harnett, on which Court House
and Jail to be built and the balance to be laid
off in lots and sold, the proceeds to be applied for
! the benefit of the county.
! During stay of two days in Summerrille, We
! did not an intoxicated person the ground
Notwithstanding the gathering was large. This is q
gratifying evidence Of morality in that section.
4! Fay. Car.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

F1RE.-The blacksmith shop of Mr.. w. II.
HoIloman, on tIargett St., near the Baptist (oId)
Church, in this City, took fire on Wednesday last !;
but the fire was arrested, and a. part of tie build
ing saved. There would have been some danger
of the fire spreading if the building had not been
saved; and once in the houses west Of it, many
Of the teneInents on the square would have been
consumed. The two Fire Companies were prompt
ly on the ground, aud aided materially in arrest
ing the fire.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
THE NEW REGIMENTS.

The last Washington Union contains list OF
the appointments in the new regiments, raised by
law of the last Congress. "As we had before sur
missed" says that paper, the majority Of the COM
missions are given to. civilians. :"
We notice the following appointments from
North Carolina: George B. Anderson, second
lieutenant Of dragons anu William W. Kirkland
of Hillsborough, second lieutenant in first regiment
of cavalry.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
Gbe Stan1at1*
RALEIGH, SATURDAY. MARCH q. 1855
AGENTS FOR THE STANDARD.

Mr. Henry NJ Lewis, Montgomery Alabama, is our Cen
eral Travelling Agent for the States Of Alabama and Te
nessee assisted by c. F. Lewis, james O. Lewis and Sam
ID. Lewis -.
Mr. C. w. James, No. l. Harrison Street CINCINNATI,
Ohio is our General Collecting Agent for the Western
saw William H. Thomas Thomas NJ. James. c. N. L. Wise
man, A. L. Childs, and Dr. William Irwin. Receipts of
either will be good. NJ,
depha is our General Travelling Agent assisted by VIM
H. Weld John Collins. James Deering, HamniItt, r. 3
James Thos D. Nice r. W. Morrison +. W. Wiley, VIM
L. Waterman Alex H. Carson, E. Muslin, Ben. F. Swain,
r. Ashnan, and P Davis.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
NUMBER 1867.

TaE NoHrH AND TIE SurrnAA short time sifscs
the Howard Association of New Orleans sent g. 600
to New York for the relief of the poor and the Jour.
nal Of Commerce of Saturday acknowledges the re-
ceipt of 1868 from citizens Of the parish Of St Mary
Louisiana, to be devoted te the same purpose
This h returning good for evil. While the aboli.
donists of the North are engaged in the congenial
employment OF stealing slaves from the citizens of
the South the latter he ling to feed the northern
poor. Detroit Free Pres, dem.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
ANOTHER WAnNING.-The New York Da,

ANOTHER WAhNING.-The New York Day
Book, paper as true rs steel to the Constitution
al rights of the South, utters this warning:
Under all these circumstances, it becomes US to
warn our SouthcrIrfriends against this new phase
and feature of abolitonism. 1t is the same old Sa-
tanc head with new face. Its motives and designs
are the same, and We charge our friends, as they
respect their rights and love their liberties TO be-
ware of Know Nothingism. 1t is but another Name
for aboitonism, and seems only designed to hasten
us on to that period when we shall have to make il
our business to cut ;hroats and hang traitors"
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
CLARENDON IRON WORKS.

We invite the attention of persons who may be
benefited by such an establishment, to the adver
tisement in our paper of the Clarendon Iron Work.
Wilmington, n. c.
We learn that the Clarendon Company is com
posed entirely Of North-Carol;nians. They are
gentlemen of means, hig n standing in the commu-
nifty, and publicspirted and energetic. The cap-
tai Of the Company is ssoo,Ooo. We learn that
they are prepared to execute work as expeditously
and at as cheap rates as it can be done North i;
and this being the case it is matter alike of inte
rest and of duty to all to give them The preference.
Let US send to the free States for nothing which
can procure on fair terms at home; at any rate.
let home manufactures, all things being equal as
to quality and price, have the preference, and the
manufacturers our cordial support and sympathy.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

Stokes COUNTY OFF1cERs.-The following Of
fcers were elected at the late term of the County
Cou,t, held at Danbury: Special Court, J. ]. Mar
tin, Chairman, Hamilton Scales, and Joel F. Hill<
Committee Of Finance. E. L. Martin, J. A. Coyipg-
ton, and w. A. Mitchell. County Trustee, Peter
Hutchison; Register, R. B. Stah6l.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

Mr.. McGowAN.-This gentleman has improv-
ed SO much that his friends brought him on
Tuesday last. on the cars, from Weldon to his
home, in this place. He is still feeble but is pro-
nounced by his physicians out Of danger. Some
time must elapse, however, before he is entirely
restored. His recovery is little less than mira
racle. The ball struck him on the jaw bone just
below his left ear, missing his windppe, and con-
tusing slightly, as is supposed, the carotid artery
He converses, but with difficulty, his mouth being
closed from the effects of the wound.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
Slarery Excitement in Cincinnati.
#..-.-.- CIScISSxTr March17 laSI

CINCINNATI, March H. 1855.
The trial of two negroes brought before the Su.
preme Court on a writ of habeas corpus, excites
great interest The negroes were brought here by
the owner on his way from Virginia to Mississippi,
and their freedom claimed on this ground. Hon.
S. P. Chase and Judge Walker ar among the coun.
Gil for the slaves. Judge Storer this evening took
the case under advisement.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

We learn that Hon. John Kerr is opposeJ TO
the Know Nothngs. Will that dark Order OPP
pose him Will they have a candidate against
him Or will his Whiggery save hma We
shall sce
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

sWe are informed by the State Comptroller that
inquiries have been made of him by the Clerks Of
the County Courts, in relation to the lists of Tax
be made out under the old or new Revenue act
The Treasurer having issued circular instruct
ing them to make out lists 70. the Sheris accord
ing to the new Revenue act Of course the lists to be
returned to the Comptroller should conform to
those made out by the Clerks for the SberiGs.
We have been requested to make this statement
by the Comptroller, so that the matter may be
generally known, and that there may be uniformi-
ty of action under the Revenue law.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
LEIGH, NoRTH.cARoLINA, WEDNESDAY MARCH ss, 1855

The little talse light (tle Starr Of this City, re-
commended the "Know Nothing Almanac" a
week or two ago. We have got hold pfa copy of
this precious publication, and find tits from that
hot bed Of aboltionisn, New York. and was no
doubt printed by Greely. 1t is filed with all
sorts Of lies and Misrepresentation con-
siderable space to vindication Of the old Alien
and Sedton laws, and sdvertises several abolition
books. Upon the whole it is a very fitting expo
nent Of Know Nothingism, being tissue Of false
hood. rascality and aboltionism from beginning
to end. We would not advise Southern men to
buy it, but all who read it and love the South will
hate Know Nothingism.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

A MIsrAkE.-0ur cotemporaries of the Lynch
burg Republican and Raleigh !Stadard are in error
in stating that the man who shot Poole. the New
York rowdy, was an Irish,nan; he was q Naties
American. scs -,s- Pet Dtm. -
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

The Ell DoRADo AFFAIR-The Washington cor
respondent ofihe New York Times says:
The friends of the administration here; assert that
the President has ordered That extreme measures be
taken, if necessary, to exact instant reparation
Havana for the late outrage upon the steamer FL
Dorado
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

GooD PucE-The new hotel recently erected
by Mr.. Henry ID. Bird, at Weldon, n. c., was sold
on Saturday last at auction. 1t was purchased by
Mr.. John NJ Moody, Of Halifax, for $751; Its
value had been previously estimated at $i2, ,000
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

Heavy failures in San Francisco reported by
the last steamer. Much excitemt Mt prevailed,
though it was confidently stated most of the hou
ses would be able in a short time to meet all their
liabilities.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

W- Mr.. Wise, of Virginia, pronounces the charge
that he had spoken dsrespectfuly of the Methodist
Church or Clergy utterly false. He says some of
his best personal friends and neighbors are Mctho-
dist, and, according to his means, he contributes
regularly to the of Methodism in his County.
He adds:
81 do protest and did protest against all Protestant
as we'll as Catholic Pricstcraft and Popery-and
Protestant Popes do dread more then i do Catho.
lie POpes-Popes at home more then do Pope in
Italy. That is the idea have urged, with sacred
regard and reverence for the purity of all our
getical sect and with anxiety that there shall be
un on of Church and State i'm North America and
no contamination of our churches by contact with
the worldly filth of politics and parties"
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
WASHINGTON. March. IL, 1851.


GENTLEMEN. have received your note inviting
me to join you, Philadelphia, in the celebration Of
the approaching ST. Pa,rck's day-an honor which,
regret, the press OF business obliges decline.
You do me but justice in supposng me to ieeI
lively interest in Ireland and her Perhaps no
man, certainly Ametican, owes so much TO the Va
lor and blood Of Irishmen myself Many of them
marched, and Tough, under my command in lsl3-'i5.
and many more-,housands-in the recent war with
Mexico, not one of whom known 10 tcrn
his back upon the enemy friend
/ salute you, gentlemen. with my cordial respects.
(signed) WINFIELD SCOTT.
R. TALeR, C. McCArLLAY, P. w. CoNRoY. and
McCEN, Exu. Committee. &c.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

Mn. DoBBIN.AWe regret to learn that Mr.. Dob
bin has been quite i'll recently. The last Washington
Star states that though still confined to his bed
we are happy to be able to say he is recovering
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28
WASHINGTON, March l, 1851,


inst. take pleasure in saying grateful Tor The partial
estimate you place my public service. you do
more than justice In assuming that enter tain " kind
and liberal views towards naturalZ-d citizens. "
Certainly. it would be impossible for to
mend support any measure intended to exrrGa
them from just and full participation in all civil and
pulilical rights secured 10 them by repubi.
can laws and institutions.
II is true lha, in IA Of unusual excitement,
some years ago, when both parties complained Of
fraudulent pracses in the naturalization OF oreign
ers, and when there seemed to he DANCE: that native
aud adopted citizens would be permanently arrayed
against each other in hostile fdcti.ns, was inclined
in the opinion, then avowed by many lead.
ing statesmen that modification of The naInraii
laws might be necessary in order TO prevent
abuses, allay strife, and restore harmony between
different classes of our people, But later exper
ience and reflection have entirely removed this i'm.
ptsssion, and dissipated my apprehensions.
In my recent campaign in Mexico, very large
proportion of The men under my command were your
countrymen (rish.) Germans, &c. | witnessed with
admiration their ZEAL fidelity, and vaor in maintain.
ing our flag in The face Of every danger. Vieing
with each other. and native born soldiers in the
same ranks in patriotism, constancy and heroic tar
ing. was happy call them brothers in the field.
| shall always be TO serve them country man at
home.
remain. dear sir, with great esteem, yours truly,
WINFIELD SCOTT.
VIM. E. BoBINsoN, Esq.
Weekly North Carolina standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1850-1858, 1855-03-28

JUDGE LoR1NG.-The Committee of the Legis-
lature Of Massachusetts on the petitions for the
removal of Judge Loring, are divided in opinion.
The majority, four members, report in favor Of re.
moval and minority report, signed by two men,
bers, has been submitted against it. Judge Lor
ing's crime, be it remembered, is that he aided in
enforcing the fugitive slave law, passed in.pursu-
ance of the Constitution of the United States The
Legislature of Massachusetts, is overwhelmingly
Know Nothing in its character.