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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
HINTS 10 FARMERS.

We NAV send ia England for D"rham
cows, or to Spain and Germany for the
choicest sheep; we may search the world
over for cattle that please the eye; but um-
less they receive the best care and liberal
feeding, they wiIimost assuredly detcrioratc
and eventually become as unworthy of pro-
pagation as any of the skeleton breeds that
haunt our rich but neglected pasture lands
We remember an anecdote i'll point, and
will relate it by way of illustration.
A farmer having purchased COW from
q country Astounding III the richest pastur-
age, upon taking her to his inferior pastures,
found that she fell short in the yield which
he was informed she was accustomed to
give. He complained to the gentleman of
whom he had purchased, that the cow
was not the one he bargained for; or i'll
other words she was not what she was
''erackcd up to be-"
Why" said the seller, II sold you my
COW, but / did not cell you my pasture"
And the above reminds of u reply which
q shrewcd old farmer whom we knew many
years ago, made to one of his neighbors.-
The latter had obtained some pigs from a
man residing several miles off, and who, be-
cause intelligent, particularly surpassed his
neighbors in raising. Shortly after, meet
Ing the old gentleman referred to, he says:
"Well, Mr.. Sweetsir, Pm going to beat
you raising hogs this year; I've got some
of j. Ms breed"
''Ah-ah," brawled out the old man, you
had better get the breed of his hog trough :"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
HORSES.

Those who have the care of horses are
frequently very neglcctful in the manner of
discharging their duty. There is no animal
In existence so susceptible to the effects of
dirt, impure air. bad bedding, SC, as the
horse. All excrements in a horses stable,
however small in quantity, should be remov-
ed at leastOnce a day, and clean, dry place
left for the animal to stand, or lie down up
on. Many horse when stabbed for an
hours feeding, is placed in a close, filthy
place, without a breath of pure air-there
obliged to make his meal. We would al
most rs soon think of eating in such place
ourselves, rs of compelling horse to do it.
If you have no windows in your stables,
by all-means make one at once, or knock
off board, to let in light and pure air.
When you have removed the droppincs
from the stables at night, strew the floor
with dry straw or muck the value of the
manure will more than repay the expense
besides rendering your horse healthier.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
REMEDY FOR HORSE D1srEmPER

Thomas w. Ladd, of Smithfield, Jeffer-
son CO., Ohio, writes the Ohio Farmer that
he has found remedy and cure for dis
temper" in horses. He says: "IIaving three
colts sick with this disease, one experienced
told me to use tar, and he thought that
the sick colts would soon recover, and that
those who had not taken the disease would
not have it at all, or but lightly,-I follow
ed his directions to my entire satisfaction.
L gave the colts, morning and evening, as
much as l could readily get in their mouth
with a paddle. After a few applications.
the sick ones commenced running at the
nose, their appetites returned, and i'll short
time they had entirely gained what they
had lost from disease. The other never
took it to my knowledge.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
REMEDY AGAINST THE STRIPED
RTT6

AS the time is near at hand when water
melons, cymling>, cantelopcs, &c, should
be planted. you will confer a favor by pub
fishing the following remedy against the
rav"Ses of the bug that so frequently des-
troys them: As soon as the vines are at
tucked by them, dust them over as often as
necessary with the common black pepper.
finely Pulverized. This may be done when
the dew is on them without injury to the
vines, as I am informed by n gentleman who
has tried it. May not the pepper be also
good remedy against the ravagas of the
fly or bug SO destructive to young turnips
and tobacco plants ! 1 intend to try it,
and if it Is, may not claim the premium
offered by the British Government for the
discovery of sure remedy against the
turniP fly Southern Farmer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
REnuK1Ne 1MPupENcE.

One eve, in velvet bravery arrayed,
As Phil sat toying with his darling maid,
Her little buxorn waists bewitching charm
The while haIf-folded in his furtive arm;
He took her dimpled hand, and with smile
Stealing it gently DER the silken pile,
Asked, in tender silence OF loVe-chat'
If palm e'er iondled aught so soft as that
She archly answered, "Might venture, pet
I could ore yours Oh something softer yet"
With s;deloRg glance OF wandering mlsIust
Adown the gracef, neck and swelling bust
Whose ermine cape. his daring fancy taught
Was the coy something OF the maidens though'
He fondIy sighed, to fingers ends a-thrlll'
"Ah! dearest, do my hard is at your Will!
But O lost rapture for, no sooner SAID,
Sh. payIy clapt il pat on his own head!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

" ''There he goes again." said Mrs.
Darlington in the Legislature, as member
stood up for the fifth time to speak on a
question. sThere he goes like a soda
fountain. and just as fuidly as water. Now,
Isaac, mind him, and see if you can't be-
come speaker of the house of reprehensi-
bles sometimes" Il declare" continued
she, as a new burst of eloquence reached
her ear, ..it does seem as if the mantlepiece
of Daniel Webster had fell onto him, he is
so bright
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
FLORIDA LAND AGENCY.

THE undersigned has established an agency
in the town of Alligator, Columbia Coun-
ty, Fla, for the purchase, sale or location OF
Land Warrants, the purchase and sale OF lands
generally, improved and unimproved. The
fact now being established that Rail Road
is to be constructed Immediately connecting
the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, running
through the entire length of the county, East
and West, anc in view of the great fertility
of our soil, the unusually fine growth of pine
timber on the land, the healthfu!ness of the
climate, and the reasonable terms on which
lands can now be obtained, there is perhaps
no section of the Union which affords equal
inducements to the emigrant from the older
States. Having had some experience in farm
ing on the different kinds of land, and ac-
CURED general knowledge of them through
out the county, and having acquired unusual
facilities for pointing out such as are for sale
either of public or private lands, he feels
very confident Of making it the interest of
all persons wishing inform alton, or who NAV
have deter mined TO settle in Florida to call
on him.
w. 0. JEFFREYS.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

How TO GET RID or CATERPnLARs.-
The following is said to be sure process
to get rid of caterpillars. With a common
s'mIet we bored hole into the body of a
tree some too inches deep, perhaps, which
VIC hiIed with sulphur, and then plugged up
the hole. In short time, say forty-eight
hours. they were'crawling about the yard,
and in less than six days not one was to be
round remaining on the tree. This is a
simple but sure way.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
GuEasEsaitEr3ng. &c, &c.

3 VIE subscriber thankful for past patronage,
- respectfully requests the Continuance OF the
same ltaS!ng associated with Mr.. Deane. they
Will he able to execute all work with neaness and
dispatch. Bell hanging attended 10 at snort no.
tee. transmitting Il every branch E Iged tools,
Cutlery, &c, made to order Shop at Rudisili's
Steam Planning Mills.
BEARD & DELANE.
n. BAH persons Indebted to me sequested
to call Immediately and settle, and those having
work at my shop are requested TO call with the
w. BEARD,
March Is, 1s56-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Our Motto is "Quick Sales and
Small PrOfits.''
NoEEoe.

A LII persons indebted to us are warned to
y pay up Immediately, or they will find
their Notes and Accounts in the hands of an
officer for collection. Many OF the claims are
OF long standing, and nobody can complain, if
a settlement is not now made, that it is forced
E. & J. LONERGAN.
November 6, 1855. l5tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

RrpREHEssIBLE PRAcTIcE.-The Desc
ret News (Mormon) is ''down on" the prac-
t;ce Of the Young men who have piece of
looking-glass fixed in the inside of their hat
and who, pretending to be praying are
quietly and slyly looking at the faces OF the
GIRLS behind them reflected in the glass
twWe read in one of our exchanges =
"For Rent, an airy bedroom for gentle
man twenty two feet long by fourteen wlde'
1t ought to be airy to accommodate gen
tleman of such latitude and longitude
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

e "Sambo, whar you get dat watch you
wear to meetin' last Sunday ?" GLOW you
know bab watch "Bekase seed the
chain hang out the pocket in front" $50
way, niger spose you see halter round
my neck, you tink dar is horse inside OBJ
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Save YOUR Costs!

The Notes and Accounts of the late firm
of \. Bcthune & Co. has been placed in the
hands of :. w. Davis, ESQ, for collection and
settlement Those indebted either by Note or
Account, are requested TO make an immediate
arrangement as further indulgence cannot
and will not be granted.
ALEXANDER &. JOHNSTON.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

To PREVENT THE SEED FROM BEING
DESTROYED BY HENs.-The pig, with full
be.lv. never roots the hen, with a full crop,
will not scratch the ground. Therefore,
7rhen my hens are disposed TO scratch
call them up to the barn, and give them as
much corn as they will eat, for which they
always sing to me merry tune, and lay
a whole hat full of eggs.
How TO KEEP WORMS OUT OF DRIED
FRUIT-Havc pot full of scaldng water
over the fire, then put the fruit into sacks
of suitable size, and dip them into the
boiling water, which will kill the worm or
what causes it. After scalding, spread the
fruit out to dry-the scalding does the fruit
no injury. Whatever it is that causes the
worm, is deposited on the fruit during the
process of drying.
To PREVENT Grows FROM PULLING
Corn scatter corn in the field broad
cast, which they feed upon and leave the
seed. fl have too much company by my
Iiberality, | soak the corn III strichnia and
hot water. Last spring, after scattering
half a bushel of corn soaked in this way,
| picked up forty-two dead crows, and how
many went off feeling 'kind o sick l am
not able to state.
Wire and grub worms are more difficult
customers to deal with-for any poison used
for their destruction is Away absorbed by
the soil, which is a sure protection to them.
have never found Il sure remedy for these
pests; and can only secure my seed by
planting enough for their wants and mine
too, and if they get more than their
share, plant new hills few inches
from the old ones thus destroyed, and "thin
out" at second hoeing- NJ. j. F., Cream
Hill, Rutland. Vermont.-[ Country Gentle
man, Marct %.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Noffce-

4 Ii. persons indebted to the firm of IR.
\ WIN, HUGGlNS Il Co., will find J. F.
Irwin or T. d. Gillespie always ready and
happy to settle. Accounts and Notes rot set
tied by January Court will be found in the
hands OF all officer for collection.
J. F. IRWIN.
7. D. GILLESPIE. =
Oct %. I3-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Rags Wanted.

EE UGGINS Il HARTY, at their Store on
III IL the corner of Main and Trade streets.
will buy cotton Rags, and give the highest
market price.
Charlotte, March 4, Je56.-1y
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

a TowSsMAN IN THE CoUNTRY.-Mr.
Berrown lately went into the country TOR
the first time in his life, and records it as
singular coincidence in nature, that every
pond he saw.'.and there were many on
'em''-had land around it. Mr.. Berrown is
evidently natural philosopher.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

R Be-, H a. M44s'rn' Fayetteville, NC.
b. D.; s 5. e q: bs,osI ESQ., Carthage,
Hon. E. C. CABELL,
Hon. A. E. MAXWELL. ro,,-,
Hon. ID. s. WA LER, H.
State Register.
Messrs. w. NJ. LAwroN & Co., Charleston, S. {
Alligator, Fla, June 90, 1855. silly"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Notice,

MY Notes and Accounts having been placed
VI in the hands of s. w. Davis Esq, for
collection, those who are indebted to me in.
dividually, one OF the old firm of Steele
Harty, are respectfully requested to make
settlement by April Court, if not sooner.
A. c. STEELE.
Feb. ,, 1855. 2S-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

w A young man stepped into book
store, and said he wanted to get a Young
Mans Companion" ''Well, sir" said the
bookseller, ..here's my daughter ~
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA.

Spring Term, 1856.
Samuel A. Davis, Admr.0
of Il. B. Houston. decd
Jas. Houston and others, o'l'ion ~ SCH L'lio
Heirs at Law of
Il. b. Houston
III T appearing to the satisfaction of the Court,
H that James Houston, - Butter and Mar
garet, his wife, and Jno. N. Houston, the chill
drcn and heirs at law of said Robt. b. Houston,
deceased, are not inhabitants of this State, but
reside beyond the limits of the same: 1t is there
for" ordered, that publication be made for six
weeks, i'll the Western Democrat for said defen-
dants to be and appear at the next term of this
Court, to be held for the county of Union, at the
Courthouse in Monroe, on the first Monday of
July next, to plead, answer or dcmur to this pc
utlon, or the same will be taken pro cOntessO,
and heard eX parte as to them.
Witness, j. NJ. Stewart, Clerk of our said Court,
at office, in Monroe, the first Monday of April,
A. D., 1856
J. NJ. STEWART, C. L. c. c.
May p, 1836-6w Prs. fee So
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03

u scolding is the pepper of matrimon-
and the ladies are the pepper boxes y
says an old fogy bachelor. We would -;
his name, but are afraid lest the peaco :.
his neighborhood might be disturbed hv a.
noise of broof1-sticks.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
& q I L~R o q o 40 TA u ,
CHESTER, S. c.
BY j. r. NICHOLSON.

By j. r. NICHOLSON.
- THE subscriber respectfully informs
Essm his friends and the public generally,
1-Aaaaa-that his house, known the Rail
Road Hotel,'' opposite the Chester Depot, is
still open for the reception of regular and
transient boarders and the travelling public ;
and that he is making every exertion to de-
serve and secure a continuance of the kind
and liberal patronage which has hithertofore
been extended to him. He fatters himselfth
every needed arrangement has been made to
promote the comfort of all who stop with him ::
his rooms airy and we'll furnished, his SER
wants attentive and obedient, and his able
constantly supplied with the best of the season,
that his friends will not want any attention
necessary to make their sojourn pleasant and
agreeable. His stables are furnished with
good hostlers and an abundance of provendcr,
and he is prepared at moments notice to
supply his customers with private conveyaDces
of every sort, to any part of the surrounding
country.
He desires to return his acknowledgment
to the public for past fnvors, and solicits for
the future an equally liberal share of patron
age.
Aug 20, 1854. 5-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
ENCOURAGE THIS KNOCKING.

VENHE undersigned begs leave o.
to return his thanks to those " IN
who favored him with a call dur N ~
ing the last year and he would SESS11\ 81
respectfully inform the public that ~ (AsaSY
he has removed to the Machine r%
Shop formerly occupied by Messrs. George &
Whisnant, adjoining Mr.. j. Rudisil's Steam
Planning Mills where he is prepared to execute
all work i'll his line as cheap and as good as can
BE- done in the State
Turning, Cutting Screws, Repair
ing Boilers and Engines of all
descriptions, Making and Re-
pairing Mill Spindles, Wood
planners, Making Ploughs, IRON
ing Wagons; and in Horseshoe
ing, &C., we will yield to no one
for neatneSs, wear, and dispatch. Inter
fering Shoes 81 %, common ditto 81, cast
steel toes or steel plate, 81.
have also erected an Ar Furnace Tor nHnd-
ing Bras ), which answers finely. The public can
now get brass and composition castings by call
ing at the above establishment, and furnishing
patterns Old Brass melted over at areduced price,
with neatness and despatch. Old Copper and
Brass wanted.
S. J. PERRY.
Charlotte, Jan. l, 1956.-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
MATTRESSES.

VENHE undersigned is now Manufacturing
IL Mattresses in a very superior manner, three
doors North of the American Hotel He has on
hand large assortment OF various kinds, and IS
prepared TO make. On a short notice any size
that may be wanted. He respectfully socits a
call from those who may want any thing in his
line. w. w. QC1NN.
April /, 1S56.-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
Notice.
Lost.

SOME time last week, a note on Mr. Tn
- Hall, for the sum of 1927 25, and dol
think in February or March last. All perSonsu ~
forewarned against trading for said note ss ~ az
payment has been stopped. The finder will ,a'
ceive my thanks by returning it to me Az AZ
required, will also be suitably rewarded.
WILLIAM BOYLE
Mecklenburg Co, May 20, ls56-3ws -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-06-03
RnfRrnMHR&.

w. 0. JEFFREYS.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-12-12
THE GRAND GOLD MEDAL

Was awarded TO this Machine at The Exhibition
or ALL NATIONS at Paris last year in COM
petition with the other most celebrated Reapers.
famong them .'Alanny's" and atkins Self
Raker," the Committee after many severe
tests saying TINS MACHINE DID THE Work
BEST IN EVERY TRIAL"
This Machine had also awarded to Il the first
premium, "THE GREAT COUNCIL MEDAL" at
The Worlds Fair, in London, in 1851.
Farmers win consult their true interests 70
buy only THE MACHINE that has been well and
thoroughly tested-kaoicn 10 be good atd rclia-
ble. "SelgRakers' can be expected TO do sa-
tisflctory work only icbea the conditions n he
graiH are .fdDQraJie, and from their greater COM
plcaton Of machinery are much more liable
to got out OF order. New machines mqy he
good but you have to run too much risk, and
when the harvest comes on, you have no time
then TO experiment.
mr. PLEASE ORDER EARLY, to insure
being supplied. We win give due attention TO
putting up and seeing under way every ma
chine sold by u.s.
Price @I55, delivered in Baltimore. freight
thereon TO be paid by the purchaser--s SIS cash,
balance payable LIST December next with into
rest from the lst of July-S5 discount for all
cash.
1ass- Orders oy mail promptly attended TO.
A SUPPLY Of the various parts OF the Rea-
per, for repairing, always on hand dcposito-
res Of same will also be found at Mr.. ADAM
BEALLS near Laytonsville, and at the store
Of Mr.. j. H. HIGGINS. Rockville.
JESSE T. HIGGINS & BRO.
Exclusive Ag' Is for MONTGOMERY Co., Md
And Loudoun county, Va.
PoOiesyillc. Nd. April D. 1856.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-12-12
gga.E 3.BG7ggIB9 "a

Is published every Friday morning at One
Dollar and Fifty Cents per annum, if paid
within six months from the time of subscribing,
or Two DOLLARS If not paid until the cxpira-
ton Of the year. No paper discontinued until
all arrearages are paid, unless at the option of
She editor
Ds> ADvERTIszNEyTs conspicuously inserted
al the rate Of one dollar per square for the first
three Insertions and TWENTY-FIVE cents for eve
~ subsequent insertion. Twelve lines to con-
stitute square. II the number Of insertions
be not marked upon them, they viii be CONT
nued until forbid, and charged accordingly.
A liberal deduction will be made to those who
advertise by the year.
Ea3~ ColMUMcArIoys, the effect Of which is
to promote private interests, are matters Of
charge and are to he paid for at the rateof If
ty cents per square All communications must
be accompanied with the authors name, other
wise they win not be inserted.
~ Advertisements for Companies or Asso-
Citations of any kind, denomlnotional, charita-
bic or otherwise, are in all cases to be paid for
at the usual rates; and obituary notices or eulo-
gies in addition to the announcement, will be
charged at the rate of fifty cents per square.
Eg~ orricr, in the house on the southwest
corner of the Square, lately occupied by WIN.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1856-12-12
LEAvITT's LATEST IMPROVED
GOREJ And COB MILL.
Young America Excelsior.

TH7HE attention of q Farmers OF
II Montgomery County, is asked to
this greatly improved MIL for Crushing and
Grinding Corn and Cob Meal-Horse feed gen
erally-and Meal from Shelled Corn.
Ii is now well known that all animals arc
/ improved in every respect by the use Of ground
food, because Of its more easy and complete
digestion
It is now well known that working animals
for the same reason, are kept in good condition
at less cost, by the use Of food so prepared.
But while these principles Of true economy are
so generally understood. many have been IN
willing toprocure suitable Mills, because oftber
expensive nstructon--experience showing
that the Corn and Cob Mills heretofore before
the public, with the grinding plates cast solid,
with the two main portions Of the Mill, in
grinding for the use Of an average sized farm
viii wear smooth and become useless in about
two years; among such is the 8 Little Giant -
" GRANGER Magic MIL etc.
In buyng the EXCEL SIaR AiIIgI.I. this OBJ
iection IS entirely obyated, as IL IS Permanent
Mill. The Grinding Plates, 1.-THE only parts
that wear oUt) being two detached rings, cast
separate from the main and expen7ive parts Of
the Mil, each botcd on with three small bolts.
and when worn smooth readily replaced in ten
minutes at o cost ofonly 49,
We name among tie other advantages this
I NILE possesses over heother Portable Iron Mills
4 in use, that the regulating Of the fneness Of
/ grinding is done by simmy turning one central
set screw The meal instead Of being scattered
Uround 81 ia other mills il brought out at one
spout and no weight : required on the rearend
Of the sweep as q balance.
Wherever the Young America Excelsior has
been introduced il has superseded all others Of
the kind.
This min will grind from 3 10 90 bushels per
hour, according to fneucss, and the grinding
isfizht work for two horses.
PRICE $50 including IN extra set Of grind
/ ing places; making il equal to two ordinary
Mills They viii be promptly delivered al any
point on the Railroad or in the District Of
( Columbia, freight from Baltimore added.
Orders by mail promptly attended to-.
JESSIE T. HIGGINS & BRO.
Agents for Montgomery county, Nd.
And London county, Va.
Poo'esville, Nd. April r. 1856.
Ea5~ For the satisfactory work Of these Mil.
we refer to the following entcrpFisng farmers
Of Montgomery, who own them. viz
VIM. o. Ssllman, Geo. w Spates,
Gassaway Sellman, JAS. O. Trundle,
VIM Pearre, Daniel Price,
VIM. Cissell, Col. b. Shreye,
r. w. Williams, Jesse Yoirs,
VIM. A. Chiswoll, Natl Clagett
Fred. S. Poole, W 3. Magruder,
Thos. L. Jones, s. T. stonestreet,
Mrs. D. A. Allnutt. Sam'l Hardesty,
Mrs. Ann Vinson, Chas. Holland,
j. 4. b. Leonard John J.. 7. Jones.