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Newspapers.

Judge Lsngstreet. whose views on all subjects
are sensible. practical, and worth trensurng up.
thus sets forth the value OF a newspaper:
Small is the sum that is required to patronise
a newspaper, and mos: amply remunerated is the
patron. | care not how humble and unpretendng
the gazette which he iakes it is next to impossible
TO fill sheet fiity.two times year without putting
into il something that is worth the subscription
price. Every parent Whose son is off from him
at school sbonId be supplied with paper. we'll
remember what difference there between
those of my schoolmaies who had not access 10
newspapers. Other things being equal, the first
we're always decidedly superior to the last in de-
bate and composition a, least. The reason 10
plain they had con- mand Of more facts. Youth
will Peruse newspaper with delight when they
will read nothing else"
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Interesting Statistics.

gentleman who keeps the run Of ffacs, figures,
and babies, has just laid before an inQuiring
world the following statistics. The whole num-
Der of languages spoken in the world amount TO
8, ,064-5s7 in Europe 936 in Asia, 276 in
Africa, and 1924 in America. The inhabi.
tans Of globe profess more than 1000
different religions. The number OF men is about
equal to the number Of women. The average of
human life is about 33 years One quarter part
die previous 10 the age of seven years, one.half
before reaching seventeen years of age, and those
who pass this age enjoys faIlcty refused to one:
half the human species. To every 600 persons
only reaches 90 years OF life to every 100
only six reaches the age Of 66, and not more than
one in 500 live to so years. There are on earth,
l,00O,OOO,000 of inhabitants, and OF these
333, ,333, 1913 die every year, 81 ,324 every day,
$3.50 every hour, thirty every minute, one
every second. These losses are about balanced
by equal number of births. The married
are longer lived than the single, and above all
those who observe sober and industrious con.
duct. Tall men live longer than short ones.-
Women have more chances Of life in their ia.
vor previous to being so years of age than men
have, fewer afterwards. The number OF mar
riages in proportion Of l75 10 every 200 IN.
dyidua!s Marriages are more frequent after
the equinoxes; tha. is, during the months OF June
and December. Those born in tho spring are
generally moro robust than others. Births and
deaths are more frequent by night than by day.
The number Of men capable Of working or bear
ing arms is calculated at one-fouIth Of the populu.
tion.
Some of these statements are rather singular,
and yet many OF them susceptible Of an easy
solution. That marriages take place moro fire..
quently in June, and December, ;han other months
of the year, what always suspected was
the case. Those who marry in June DO SO because
they can't help it. while those who connubalze in
December, do so, doubtless, to guard against the
chilly pillows which distinguish the frost. bitten
months OF winter. The matches which come off in
June are commonly love matches, and are brought
about by green fields, and the contagious influence
of bobolinks and yellow birds while those which
happen in December are brought about, in great
degree, by mixing plain mathematics with the
maj ke value Of flannel under garments.
National Monitor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

ExrRAvAoANCR IN CALIFoR follow
ing is an extract from a California letter dated
January g:
There is more distress here than on your side
you would imagine. At The same time there is
more extravaganza than with you, If possible
The fashion OF New Years day is being carried
out here. This yoar far exceeded any previous
one in the sostlincss Of the entertainments and Ia
dies dresses-fhe former costing in some nstsn.
ces $500, and the latter $500 TO $500 Most of
these people who spend SO much are mechanics
wives, and the way they dress IS caution 10 the
mems pocket. Laces from Sl5 to $500 the set.
Any quantity Of dresses can be seen daily on
Montgomery street, costing 800, $500 and 5000.
Nobody wears calico here, NOT even servan,
girls, who sport their $40 and SIS handkerchief.
Nowhere is money in some cases so easily made,
and SO fooIisby sprn, as in this very San Fran
cisco.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Charlotte RAILROAD.

To give our readers some more definite inform
alton concerning the proceedings of the annun
meeting Of the stockholders of this company, we
subjon frs, list Of the President and Directors;
+. G. Palmer, w. R. Robertson, w. w. Elms,
c. J. Fox. Jno. A. Young, A. B. Davidson, A. B.
Springs, Sam. McAliIey, Jas. Pagan, J. 8. Boat
wright Jno. Caldwell, Alex. r. Taylor.
A, the meeting Of Directors, Mr.. Palmer was
chosen President.
The following resolution was adopted:
l. Re solred, That in The opinion of the stock
holders, the ordinary expenses OF lhe road, as
hibi,ed in the reports of the officers for the past
year, exceed reasonable limits, and the Board OF
Directors are urged to adop, such system Of re-
trenchment shall reduce the proportion Of cx.
penses TO the income.
The following Resolutions wore also adopted
ResolvNd, That SO much OF the Resolution
passed at the last annual meeting requiring dis.
tnct account TO be kept Of the income Of the road.
and be distributed among the stockholders pro
rata, as requires said fund 10 be distributed, be
and the same is hereby rescinded, and that the
said income fund of the road be passed TO The
credit Of this company as general reserve fund.
Resolved, That the Board of Directors be ou.
thorized to contract lo- the purchase OF heavy
iron rail Of ffty-six pounds to the yard 10 the
amount OF the value OF The present light iron for
eighty -one miles, and an additional amount not
exceeding 5000. 900. if IN their judgment such
contract can be made on favorable terms, mot in
any event TO exceed $50 per ton,) and that they
be auhoriz"d. if necessary, TO issue bonds 10 tho
latter amount.
The next annual meeting ill be held at Ches.
ter Court House.-S. Caro1anian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

RuB SoFTLY.-" 'Tis all very well. T" said my
godfather. putting 81. ';- lis nil v"rp veil
that rubbing down and polishing off, provided lis
done in moderation bu, let me tell you, there is
such thing as rubbing too hart. have seen
an American Indian rubbing two pieces Of rough
wood together after little time, they became a
grea, deal smoother, and had a pleasant, warm
feel; but when he rubbed away some time longer,
they took 6re, blazed up, and cracked, and spu-
tered in all directions. Now, It's just the same
thing. | suspest, in married life. Rub smoothly;
but it you stick to it, hard and fast, from morn.
ing 10 night, take my word for it, you will kindlO
up blaze at last that you may no, frd it easy
to put OUT Dublin University Magazine.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Carlyle says: 1t is the everlasting privilege
OF the foolish TO be governed by The wise Ii is
the everlasting luck of the foolish, when IN trouble,
to be ruled by the mschevious. Now is the very
time when they fall prey 10 drmagogues. The
popular orator, with mean heart dirty propen-
sites, and sensual ambitions, seizes upon them
They listen to his words, follow his leadership
give emphasis 10 his rascality, and while :hey suf
fer under charges Of violence, disposition to
break the law and disturb the Pieco OF society, for
adopting his prolessed principles he rises, through
their assistance perhaps, at The next election, to
some Office which be only disgrace by his in
capacity to perform its duties.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Does your play Euchre'' said gentle.
man TO Mrs. Partington, on seeing Ikey enter with
pack of cards in MS hand
La sakes' answered The old lady, looking
over her spectacles, Ikey don't play the Pianry,
but shouldn't wonder if he could whistle it. Ikey,
put up those wicked cards, and whistle Euchre
Cor the gentleman
Il can't said The young hopeful.
1T is strange how that boy has regenerated
lately and taking up her knitting work, commen
ced TO knit in directed manner.
Don't you feel well, mother 2 asked Ike.
No, my son, do not feel well. am digsted
with The Immortality OF the young folks nova.
days upon which Ike brought the cumphor bottle
to the good old lady, 'Ah,' said she, Ik-y,
you are one Of Jobs counterfeiters.'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

FANNY FERN DAGuERREorYPED.-She is full
forty, is Fanny. Sports curls like girl OF sev.
enteen. They are POLITICALLY so. Has
keen flashing eye. Nose between Grecian and
Roman, rather thin and rather good looking
Cheeks with good deal-quite too much-coI.
oring. Come of rouge. Bad taste, but no busi-
ness of ours. Lips well turned and indicative Of
frmness rather than of-sugar. Chin handsomely
chse!ed. Whole countenance betokens woman
of spirit and high nature generally. Form fine
Chest model. Not surpassed. Carriage grace.
ful and stately. Rather tail and emphalically
genteel. Pretty foot. Ankle to saatch. Hand
small. Likes to show it.. Dresses in the cut and.
dash school. Fond Of ribbons, laces, millinery.
&c, generally. Talks rapidly. Is witty and
brilliant, cutting and IashfuI. Proud as Lucifer.
Fond Of fun. Hates most OF her rela.ions.-
Threats her father and Nat. most brutalIy. Has
three al pretty girls ever wore curls. Is proud
of them, and justly. Is heariess. Is dirt.-
Lives in clover. Is worth $4,000. Got it by
pen and INK. When passing The street takes eight
eyes out Of ten. On the whoe-wonderful wo-
man is Fanny Boston DISPATCH
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

A SNAKE IN THE SroMAcH.-The Petersburg
(Va.) Express gives what purports to be ac-
count Of the election of live snake from the
stomach OF named Wade, who, during the
past summer, was in the habit of shaking his thirst
from rivuet in field where he was at work.
The Express says the snake almos, transpa.
rent, had reddish eyes OF great briIliarcy apd
five and quarter inches long. Mr.. W., it is
said, had for Time been troubled with feel
ing of sufocalion and unusual fullness Of the
stomach.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Land for Sale.

'I7IiE undersigned offers for sale his Valuable Planta
l ton, lying the waters of Paw Creek, about 6
miles west OF Charlotte. On the premises is 4 good
dwelling house, with the necessary out buildings The
Tract contains 2l2 Acres, about one-thrd OF which
is Gle ed, and under good repairs the remainder is
woodland and well tmbered. The whole lies we'll for
cultivation, and is productive soil any in the
county. Persons dcsrous Of purchasing a valuable
Plantation would DO well TO cali early and examine My
Brother who lives the place, will give all the inform
alton required. T. 4. DAMS.
Nov. 3, 1854.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

A New NAME.-The London Herald says
6 The district registrars have daily convincing
proof OF the popularity Of the war, as great mum
ber Of the female children born during the las,
three months have been by their patriotic parents
named Alma To which Punch adds Com.
pmen,ary this, to the spirit OF The war. but un-
necessary. For let the girls be christcned what
they might, is i, no, ten to that they would be.
come AH Mas in time.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

CHoArE's LAsr.-As Rufus Choate was cross.
questioning witness the other day, in one of the
Boston courts, he asked him whnt profession he
followed for a livelihood The witness replied,
"I am a candle Of The Lord-a minister Of the
gospel" "Ot wha, denomination - asked the
counsellor. ga Baptist" replied the witness.
"Then." said Mr.. Choate, "you are dp,, but
trust not a wick. ed candle"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Know NoTHIScIsM AT THE NoRTH.--EVery
man yet elected to Office Of any sort at the
North, by the Know Nothing party, has shown
himself TO be violent enemy Of the South. and
whsre it is possible, has insigated fresh assaults
upon its rights and institutions. We challenge
contradiction 20 this statement; end being undo.
uiaby true, it should awaken the utmost concern
among the people Of the South.
Ctat1noor1 AdUeytiser.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Fa1lrOad Hotel,
CHESTER, S. c.
By J. r. NICHOLSON.
CHESTER, S. C.

- THE subscriber respectfully informs his friends
.::m and the public generally, that his house, known
the Railroad Hotel" opposite the Chester
transient boarders and the travelling public; and that
he is making every exertion to deserve and secure
continuance Of the kind and liberal patronage which
has hitherto been extended to hin. He atters himself
that every needed arrangement has been made to
the comfort of all who stop with him his rooms
are airy and weurnshed, his servants attentive
and obedent, and his table constantly supplied with the
best of season, that his friends will not want any
attention necessary make their soourn pleasant and
ugreea ble His stables furnished with good host
lers and abundance of provender and he is prepared
moments notice to supply his customers with pri.
vate eonveyaDces of every Sort TO any part of the
rounding country.
He desires to return his acknowledgements 10 the
public for past vors and solcits for the future
equally liberal share of patronage.
Aug 90 1854. 5tf JOHN R. NICHOLSON.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

TRUE PLAN OF EDUcATIoN.-lt was a most ju.
dicous resolution Of father we'll as n most
pleasing compliment TO his wife, when on being
asked wha, he intended to do with his girls, he re-.
piled, intend to apprentice them to their excel
lent mother, that they may learn the art OF i'm
proving time, and be fitted to become ike her,
wives. mothers and heads ot families, nnd useful
members Of society.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

PAYING FINES BY THE YEAR.-An Irisbman in
Worcester, Massachusetts, says the Spy, who had
been iaad number OF weeks in succession for
getting drunk on Saturday night, upon the oeca-
sion of paying his last fine cooIly proposed to the
judge, 10 business way, that he should take him
by the year, and let him of cheaper in consequence
Of tho frequency of his attendance al the police
court,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Now, gentlemen, said nobIeman 10 his
guests, the ladies left the room, let
derstand each other: 10 drink like men,
or like brutes The guests, somewhat indignant
exclaimed Like men, Of course Them
replied he. going to get jolly drunk, for
brutes never drink more than they want
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

A GOVERNOR IN A FRAcAs.-We learn from
tho ST. Paus Minnesotian of The 10Th instant thai
a man by the name OF Collins. an auctionccr OF
81. PauIs, called on Governor German, Of Mime.
sofa, upon business, in the course OF which al al.
tercaton ensued between Them, which was ended
by the Governor knocking Collins down. The
affair was to be judiciaIly investigated befors o
justice OF the peace.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Madam, can you give mo a glass Of grogr
said traveller in Arkansas, as he entered log
cabin on the roadside.
i hahn, got drop, stronger
Blu. gentleman told me just now ,ha; you had
lately received barrel
Why. goodness gracious, what do you reckon
one barrel OF whiskey is 10 me and my children,
when we are opt OF milk 7
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
MAKING CANE OF THE MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.

"AhiN6 " AnE OF 1hc Or OONOAESS'
The following harmless play upon the names
of members of Congress is from the Washington
correspondence OF the Spirit of the Times:
"Fine fishing and hunting here among the con.
centraled representation of all the big and little
fish Of the Union, without going out of the House
and exposing yourself to the weather. Dress in
Tweed (of New York )-take the Grey (of Ky.,)
Of the morning, before the Bright (of Ind.) sun is
up-the air balmy from the effects Of the Shower
fol Md, last night-sake Butler (of s. c. with
you, and for lunch let him procure Rusk (of
Texas,) Ham. Fish (of New York; and Rice lot
NJ. T.) Cook (from Iowa. and for bait procure
a Bugg (of Tenn.,) Miller (of Mo.,) Gamble
(ofPa.,) and play them for Trout, (of Pa and
you will find him ready (of Tenn.,} to Peck q, it;
be careful to keep out OF the Eddy (of Ind. y and
while in smooth water, don't disturb the Lilly (of
N. J.)-you will make Goodrich Of fMass.,) haul
OR if you sinker you may catch a Drum
{ofPa.) when off soundiugs take a Wade {of Ohio.)
and pull the Boat, and Peter (no relation OF Simon
Peter, The ancient fsherman) but Peter Rows (of
N. Y.,) who will be serviceable at the oars.
II you prefer huntng-take a Hunter (of Vir.
g.nia) or Hunt (of La. and start the Chase (of
N. Y J across the Green (of Ohio) after Badger
(of N. CO. you may come across Lyon (of Lyons.
dale) and Lamb (of Mo.,) lying down together
in BIiss-fuI (of Ohio) innocence-then leave off
animal hunting and shoot Robbins (of Pa.)-if
shots too large you'll be apt 10 Riddle (of Del)
them.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

Do you think you are fit TO die I said step.
mother 10 her neglected child. Il don't know,
said the little girl, taking hold of her dirty dress,
and inspecting it. ] gurss 50, il | oin't too
dirfv.'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
MARCH & SHARP.

AUCTIONEERS AND COMMISSION MERCHANTS
COLUMBIA, S. c.,
WILL attend to the sale of all kinds of Merchandise
w Produce, &c. Also, Real and Personal Property.
Or purchase and sell Slaves, Sc, on Commission.
SALES ROOM No. 100 Richardson street, and imme-
diately opposite the United States Hotel.
Feb ), 1854 THos. H. MARCH. J. N. +. sHARF.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

INTERESTING TO DEBroRs.-Oae OF the Sun.
day papers says: There is some talk Of getting
out writ de- lunatico inquirendo against each
man who, during these times, pays his eebts.'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
NOTICE

HAVING sold out to r. N. Carter all persons indebt
III ed to me or the hrm OF Robinson & Wilkinson will
please forward and settle by the 1st of March
next, their accounts will be placed the hands of
officer for collection. ga word to the wise is sui
hcient."
R.M, ROBINSON
Jan is, 1855 96tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Livery and Sales Stable,
RV s. II. REA.

4 the stand formerly occupied by R. Morrison in
n Charlotte. Horses fed, hired and sold. Good &c.
commodatinns for Drovers. The Of his frends
and the public generally sole
FshEaary II, 1884. Soy
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

A wag observes that he looks dnde. the mar
rage head for ihe news Of tho weak.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
The American Hotel,

CHARLOTTE, n. c.
BEG to TO my friends, the public, md pres
cn patrons of the above Hotel that have lea the
same for term Of years from tho lst of January next.
After which time the entire property will be thorough
Iy repo and renovated, and the house kept in first
class style This Hotel the Depot, aud pleasant
y situated, rendering il desirable house ort:aEeers
and families.
Dec 6, 1859. 22t G. VI. RAY.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
CASH AND SHORT CREDITS!
M. |. HALLOWELL 81 co.,
S1AA VI RARGIAUWSGD
PHILADELPHIA.
Terms,

Cash buyers will receive discount of SIX per cent,
il the money be paid in par funds within ten days from
date of bill.
Urcurrent money only taken at its market value
the day it is received.
To merchants of undoubted standing credit of SIX
months will be given, if desired
Where moRey is remitted in advance of maturity,
discount the rate of TWELVE per cent. per annum
will be allowed
o. Prices for Goods uniform.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
Hats.

JUST received and opening splendid lot of Beebe's
q and Learys most fashionable Fall and Winter style
HATS, together with large assortment of men and
boys CAPS, Loafer and Wool Hats, o: every variety,
at DAVIDSON & MOSS.
Oct 20 If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
WANTED
MECKLENBURG HOUSE,

BY =. Ell. FEA.
- HAVING purchased the building the cor
5ssm few doors northeast of Kerrs Hotel, and
repaired and fitted it up in rstate style would
respectfully inform the travelling public that it is
open for the reception Of regular and transient
Drovcrs will find ample accommodations at my house.
Jan. -, 1855 25-Iy S. III. REA.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
" Mining Machinery"
NORRIS "o-Izs,

-N0TF tNtDtI, TtNU.
VEf. subscribers manufacture Mining Machinery, as
| lows, VIZ THE CORNISH PUNFING ENGINE, high
aad pressure Pumping, Stamping and Hosting
SrE,M ESGivzs; CoRSIsIl PUMPs, STANrs, CRUsHEEs,
VIZ 2uEs IEo Blocks. PUrrEYs Of all Sizes and every
variety OF Machinery tor Mining purposes.
THOMAS, CORSON & WEST.
? IS. i5-ly
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16

In again calling the attention of the trading commu-
nifty TO the above erms, announce that notwith-
standing the general depression in commercial affairs
throughout the country the system of business adopt
ed By than year since, and to which shall
rledly adhere enables offer for the coming Spring
season usual assortment of
NEW SILK AND FANCY GOODS.
comprising of the LARGEST and MOST SPLENDID
STOCKS to be found in America; to which we will re-
ceve constant additions throughout the season.
and desirable goods from House in Paris.
Jan. 10, 1855. 2m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1855-02-16
MEDICAL NOTICE.

TNG. p. :. CALDWELL has associated his son, DR..
L JOSEPH ". CALDW ELL, with him in the Prac-
tice of Medicine. Office, 2nd story in Elms' brick
building, the Courthouse.
N4rch 81, 1851. S5-f
y. B.-AU persons Indebted to me by accounts are
requested to settle the same at early day.
Mar "a p. G. CALDWELL.
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