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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
FOREIGN NEWS.

The arrival of the America " brings adj
vices from Europe to the 18th instant. She
brings news of Z decline of I'D. in cotton :;
brcad~tuffs unchanged. The peace pros
poets have not improved. The Cars an
swer to ESterhazy, was expected on the
18th December. Sessclrodc in previous
circular puts an Interpretation on the Third
Point, which Was not satisfactory to the
Allies; namely, that Russia and Turkey
shall mutually agree as TO the strength of
the Black Sea fleets. There is little pros
Pect of peace, and all parties are making
extensive preparations for the prosecution
nf hDStilities as soon as cold weather is
over.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

THE CLEAvELAND TIMEs--This is the
name of new paper established in Shelby,
n. c., by Messrs A. p. & j. E. Newson,
who make very handsome bow to the pub
lie in their first number, of the 18th instant.
The Times will be the organ of no party,
but it says: "Should Know Nothingism,
the last and lowest political folly ever in
vented, obtrude itself upon the notice of the
Times it will receive the contempt or the
denunciation it merits.''
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
THE N c. CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE.

The above is the title Of large and handsomely
printed weekly paper which has just been issued
from the press at Raleigh, under the patronage of
the North Carolina Methodist Episcopal Church,
South, to whose interests the paper will be mainly
devoted, while it will keep its readers advised of
all the important general intelligence Of the day.
The Advocate is ably edited by Rev. Rufus T.
Hcfin, who was chosen for the purpose by the
late Conference at Wilmington, and is hand
sOmcly printed by Mr.. A NJ. German, at the
Office of the Esprit of the Age" 1t will be, no
doubt, valuable auxilary in the cause it ''ad
vOcatcS."
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

he observed 10y our paper Of to-day, that
many of our citizens feel lively interest in
this Convention, and have appointed Dele
gates to attend its ibcrations-scvcral of
our mostprominent and public-spiritcd citi-
zems. We are pleased that Charlotte will
he represented i'll that important Conven-
son. Her delegates Will meet in that body
an l..mcnse number of intelligent gentle
men from the Southern States, and partici-
,'ate in proceedings of highly interesting
cha 'cter. Richmond has made prepara-
t'ons to spteTtein comfortably as many as
InRy assemh.a
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
MARRIED.

In this County, on the 18th instant, by
j. p. Ross, Esq, Mr.. D. L. MCCORD to
Miss MARTHA E. MCCOY.
Also, at the same time and place, by J..
p. Ross, Esq, Mr.. GEORGE 4. TODD to
Miss SARAH V. MCCOY.
In CASTOR County, on the 18th ultimo, by
the Rev. J. d. Hall, Rev. J. S. BARR of
Camden, Arkansas, to Miss SUSAN E.,
daughter of DIR. j. {. Rudicill.
On the 18th December, by Rev. Thomas
G.. Lowe, Mr.. RICHARD f. MOSELY, of
Charlotte county, Va, to Miss VIRGINIA
c., daughter of W. II. Wesson, Esq, of
Northampton county, n. {.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

Nothings at the town election last year,
and similar would have been the result now,
had we not organized.
The Democrats are not ininical to Tenn
perance as has been falsely charged; but
as its true friends, disliked to see it dragged
for any purpose, into the seathing pool of
party politics. They have too sincere a
regard for its benevolent mission to see its
garments soiled and it's hold upon the af-
fections of those whom, it is intended to
benefit, weakened by using it to subserve
party purposes. The Know-Nothings al
ment, not to advance it, but to strengthen
themselves not only in the town election,
but with view to affect the result in Au-
gust next. And, mark my word for 1t, the
same combination will again be attempted
then. As friend of the temperance re-
form, not in ords but in acts, | regret that
its advocates will permit themselves so to
be used. 1t has done, and will continue 20
do the cause more harm in this community
than all the future efforts of its true friends
can undo. Intemperance is not durable by
LEGISLATION, as the whole history of the
movement demonstrates. You can no more
legislate drunkard into habits of sobriety,
than q rascal into an honest man. As long
as its friends confined themselves to the
power of moral suasion, the cause prosper
ed and did an incalculable amount of good.
The reformed drunkards "rose up and
called it blessed" and parents and philan-
thropists all over our land lent it their
warmest cooperation. As soon as it be-
came popular, politicians bestrode it to ride
into power, and from that fatal day, its
star paled.
This election has done one thing. It has
proved who are our true friends, and who
are not On this occasion | shall refrain
from animadverting ON their course with
particularly or severity. | trust they will
see the error Of their course, and return to
the Democratic fold from which they are
straying. Be not deceived. Know-Noth-
ingism is not Temperance. 1t has attempt
ed to steal the livery of heaven to serve
the devil M Hereafter l shall expect to
see perfect union of our party. AT present
we have cause for rejoicing; but let us use
our good fortune with moderation, knowing
that it is not generous to crow over fallen
foe, though it be Know-Nothing.
ANTI.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
THE ROAD NEARLY FINISHED.

On Wednesday evening last, as we learn
from reliable source, there were only two
miles of the Rail Road remaining unfinished.
Notwithstanding the snow and ice which now
covers the ground. Capt. Allen at one end,
and Capt. Rhodes at the other, are laying
down iron as fast as circumstances will per
NIT We hope, before this time next week,
the gap i'll the road will be filed up, and
the cars be making daily trips from Colds
boro' to Charlotte. GoLdsborough Patriot,
Jun. lSM
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

THE WEAFHER.-This ~ = be SET - vn en-
Phatically as the cold Jana,ry On "a. stmas
day the weather got on a sprs and ever sin ce it
has been playing fantastic gio'ys--raining, all
ing, showing, OF blowing continuasly--sad nearly
all the while the temperature os a A4l Sib,riau
character. Man and beast have suffered not !.
little-and the end is not yet 1t is Still intensely
cold. The Oldest inhabitant docs not lemembeg
such spell of weather. in the warm an sunny
South" For about two weeks We had coPtinua,
slciGhing, and the earth is still covered with STOW
On Sunday it sncr. yesterday it blcrp, and asst
might it didn't the,o, but fri= as hard as beete.
he cold has nearly suspended business opera,
tlohS. fe"pl" are principally employed in keeping
up mrs and keeping themselves warm Ous
SympathleS are with those (and they are neither
few nor far between) who are lily prepared g,
encounter such weather. Our exchanges hY,.,-
us daily accounts of pcrishing humanity from The.
effects Of the cold; and upon dumb critters ami
sheep" it is equally severe. We must all bear II
however, patiently. Cold as we'll as beat has its
uses. But for foul, we would not appreciate and
enjoy fair weather-but for cold we would not
know the advantages and comforts of warm
weather
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
AMERICAN HOTEL,
COLUMBIA, 8. C.

TENHE friends of this establishment, fsSG1n
= and the public at large, are respect llI9aA
fully informed that this HOTEL will be continued
and kept open for the reception of all who may
feel disposed to patronize it:
The services of Mr.. JAMES l.. BEARD, long
favorably known in connection with the Hotel,
have been secured.
A continuation of the patronage heretofore
given, is respectfully solicited.
No pains will be spared to give satisfaction.
The Culinary department will be supplied with
the selection of the market.
Gentlemen with their families visiting or pass
ing through Columbia can be furnished with I'M
surpassed accommodations the location being
central, retired and convenient to pleasure and
business.
Mr.. JOHN A. SHELL, will continue his
location at the Stables in rear of the Hotel; his
Omnibus and Carriage line will be in readiness
at the different Depots and at the Hotel at all
necessary hours, to convey passengers to and
from the establishment.
Guests desiring Carriages can have them at any
hour. w. BOLLINGER,
January Is. 1e56-8w Proprietor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
RAIL ROAD MEETING.

A large and respectable meeting of citi-
zcns of Cleaveland county, assembled in the
Court House, at Shelby, on the 1st of JAM,
for the purpose of taking further steps to
the erection of the Wilmington, Charlotte,
and Rutherford Railroad. Mr. A. E. Col
Inns, was called TO the chair, and S. A. Car
penter, and A. P. Newson, requested to act
as Secretaries. Maj. Joseph X. Irby, ex-
planned the object of the meeting, and then
called for II. w Guion, Esq, President of
the Road, who addressed it i'll very lengthy
and eloquent speech, urging strenuously
upon the citizens of Cleaveland, to come
forward manfully, and subscribe more iber-
ally to the enterprise. The audience re-
paired to the grove where a splendid barbe-
cue was prepared.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
Tuesday Morning, Jan. ~, 1856
WAR AT LAST
Great ISdEEEc-.TfGmbeTS Killed!

\ dispatch in yesterdays Columbia Times
states that advices have been received at st
Louis, from KickapoO, announcing that con-
flict had taken plac.. at Easton between a com
pany from Lawrence, nndar Capt. Brown, and
the Kickapoo Rangers. Numbers were killed
and wounded Oh both sides. Many persons were
flockng into Easton. The disturbance was sup
posed to have originated at the fror-Soers cleo
ton of the 18th.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
DEMOCRATIC MEETING.

A democratic meeting will be held, on
Tuesday next. 1.-THE I'd day of Court, } to ap-
point delegates to the State Convention to
be held at Raleigh, on the 10th of April
next: Action ON the subject at this time is
deemed necessary, as it will be perceived
that the Convention meets before April
Court.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
TIE EXAMINER.

We have received the first two or three numbers
of literary and news journal, published weekly
at Columbia, S. c., by w. B. johnson, Esq. 1t
is large and handsome paper, printed in quarto
form, and is conducted with ability, judgment
and good taste. We commend the Examiner to
the favorable consideration of SOutherners who
desire an excellent and cheap literary and news
uum
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
DEATH OF JOHN CALDWELL.

The last Charleston papers contain a no
tee Of the death of John Caldwell, Esq, of
Ncwberry District, i'll the Goth year of his
agc-a gentleman we'll known i'll that State,
having filed various important public sta
tions in the course of his life. He died on
the l4th instant.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

SOMETHING NEw.-The Secretary of
War, i'll his late annual report, states that
the camels and drOmedaries which this gov
crnment have ordered from the East, for
the military service of the United States,
will arrive in February. These animals,
it is stated, have been found very useful in
the Crimca.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

LIE DEMoCRATIC CoNvENTIoN.-Fiffym men,
bers OF the last Legislature of South Carolina,
have united IN Recommendation that all who
are IN favor of sending delegates to the National
Democratic Convention, should assemble nj their
respective Court Houses, salrs-day in March, and
appoint Delegates to meet in Columbia the first
Monday IN May. This shows that South Carolina
Will be represented in the next National Demo-
c a,ie Convention.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

THE WEATHER.-Our exchanges, North
and South, teen with accounts of disasters
by land and sea, the effects of the late storm
and severe weather. Many, very many
persons have been frozen to death, and 9TH
ers have lost the use of their limbs. Quite
a large number of vessels have been wreck
ed, numerous accidents railroads, and
other disasters by food and storm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

Did you ever buy horse !! If so, you
have doubtless been struck with surprise at
the great number of horses just seven years
old. A shrewd Scotch jockey, whom once
employed to aid in the selection of a horse,
as he examined the animals mouth, inquir-
ed of the seller, show old is he % ''Scven
years. ''Ah," said Johnny, ''that seven
years ago was tremendous year for colts. y
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
Ml[ Last Notice. 80

DUBLIC NOTICE Is hereby gi-
IL ven, that all the Notes and Accounts of
Spratt s. AIIison,-Spratt, Daniel
& Co, and Allison e. Daniel, are trans
ferred to the undersigned, for the benefit of the
creditors of said Firms respectively, and that
they are in the hands of J. r. DANIEL for imme-
diate collection. Longer indulgence cannot
be given, as the debts must be paid
JOHN ALLISON,
j. II. DANIEL.
Dec. 25, 1655.-tf
IThe Wing" will please copy
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS are indebted
to our representative in Congress, the Hon.
Burton Craige, for numerous favors, in the
way of public documents, forwarded US
from Washington since the meeting of Con-
oress
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

SUPPER TO THE HON. 4. =. BUTLER.-
On Monday night the l4th instant, splen-
did entertainment was given by the citizens
of Richmond, Va, to the Hon. A. p. But
Ter, of South Carolina, at the Exchange
Hotel. Speeches were made by Judge B.,
Governor Wise, Lieutenant Gov. McComas,
Ex-Lieutenant Governor Leake and others.
Speaker Crutchfeld presided. The speeches
are highly spoken of by those who heard
them.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
NOTICE

rs HEREBY GIVEN to all persons who may
4 have claims against the Estate of the late
John G. vVitherSpOOl, decd, resulting
from any limitations of the landed estate of said
deceased, to present them within the time pre-
scribed by law, or this notice will be pleaded in
bar of their recovery.
JAMES BOYCE, Admir-.
Jan. Is, 1861
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

HoN. JEFFERSON DAvIs.-A caucus of
lie Democratic members of the Mississippi
Legislature has nominated jefferson Davis,
Esq, for the United States Senate for six
yeaTs from the 4th of March, 1857, the ex-
pisnt:on of Mr.. Adams term.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

= Authors must be known, before their
communications can appear in our paper.
This will account for the non-appearance
of s. MANY Citizens"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

vThe sale of the valuable Mining Property,
to have taken place on the 10Th instant, has been
postponed to Tuesday next, the I'd day of Court.
See the advertisement.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

New YORK LEGISLATURE.-This body,
after several days delay, and about so bal
lots, organized by the election of a Mr.. Rob
nson, a soft Democrat, as Speaker. The
Know Nothings cast about forty five votes,
the Republicans thirty-fve, and the two
"DemOcr0tic" wings about forty.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

q The Directors of the Wilmington, Char
lotte and Rutherfordton Railroad, met at VIII
mington on the 18th instant, but we have not
received report of their proceedings.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
DISSOLUTION.

TEvHE COMPREHENSIVE heretofore exist
~ ing under the name of j. DUkS g. CO.
was dissolved on the 18th instant, by mutual con-
sent. The Notes and Accounts due to said Firm,
and also the Notes and Accounts due to the old
Firm of Hi. Sewers s. Co., are in the hands
of j. DULs, for collection. All persons indebt-
ed to them are respectfully requested to come for
ward by January Court, 1856, and make pay
ment, as longer indulgence cannot be given.
j. DULS & CO.
Charlotte, Dec 25, 1855.
N. B. The business will hereafter be carried
on at the well-known stand opposite the
Court HI OIlSe, where will at all times be
ready to accommodate any person who may ia
vor me with call. Wy Liquors, Wines,
Nc., &C., are all of the best quality, and am
determined to sell them low for cash.
FL. SEWERS.
Charlotte, Dec 25, 1866
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

Mr.. BUCHANAN.-It is stated that the
delegates just chosen to the next Democrat
ic State Convention of Pennsylvania, stand
seyenty-two for Buchanan for President,
five for Dallas, and three doubtful.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
A LII PERSONS in arrears with me, for their
IA public and State TAXES. are requested
to made immediate payment. If my friends will
only trouble themselves to look for my receipts
up to the year 1853, if they don't find them in
their possession, perhaps by calling on me they
can get them. After next April Court those fail
ing to pay will find their names in printed list,
with the sums due-for which they must not
blame me.
T. N ALEXANDER,
Dec. 25, 1855.-t1Ap Former Sheriff.
ry@The "Whig'' will please copy.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

RICHMOND AND DANyILLE RAILROAD.
The railroads. now finished to within four
miles of Danville, and, the weather favorinr,
will be completed by the 10th of February
next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
AGENTS WANTED!!
Make Money When You Can

TNHE Subscribers desire to procure the Undi-
l. vided time of an Agent in every County IN
the United States. Efficient and capable men
may make several dollars per day, without risk Oh
humbuggery of any kind. Full particulars of the
nature of the business viii be given by addressing
the subscriber, and forwarding One Post Office
Stamp to prepay return postage.
FCREY & co,
Philadelphia, Pa.
January %. IS56-It*
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
CAROLINA FEMALE COLLEGE.
Hotel I'm for Rent,

VNHE undersigned wish to rent the Hotel, in
u the town of NEWTON, Catawba county,
known as I" Shuford's HOTEL 1t has line of
Offices adjoining, and STABLES, all in
good repair
In Newton there is a flourishing College, with
about 100 students, and from this source alone
the Hotel will receive a considerable patronage
Persons wishing to rent, will of course examine
the property. - Immediate possession will be
given. Address either of the Undersigned, al
s. Beatte's Ford, Lincoln County, N CT
w. i. WRITER'S,
Orr J. w. MOORE.
Dec Il, 1855.-4t*
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
POSTPONEMENT.

The sale of the above Mining Property has
been postponed to Tuesday next, the I'd day of
Mocklenburg Court, when it will take place at
the Courthouse. Jan. ~, 1886
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
Column bia. Jan. 18th.

The demand for Cotton yesterday was
active and good, still the tendency of prices
were rather in favor of buyers. 100 bales
were sold, at to 9ac. extremes.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
NOTICE.

HNHE subscribers being anxious to close up
u their Accounts for lS5A-'5, respectfully
request ALL PERSONS INDEBTED
to settle up at once, or their accounts will be put
into the hands of an Officer.
TROTTER s. TODD.
Charlotte, Jan Is, 1856.-3t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
New York. Jan, 18TH.

Cotton has declined &C., and $500 bales
were sold-midding Orleans was worth 94c.,
middling uplands at 9sc., and fair uplands
at 10c. Flour is lower, at $3.50 for Ohio,
and 1892 for Southern. Wheat is dull, at
81 90 for Southern red. Corn is firm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
RAILROAD STOCK

r WILL expose to Public Sale on Thursday
Ill of january Court, one hundred and seventy.
four shares of the Stock of the Charlotte g. South
Carolina Railroad Company. Terms made
known on the day of sale.
w. A. LUCAS, Cashier
January l, 13J6-tds
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
NOTICE.

YENHE Board or Superntendents of Common
Ill Schools, for Mecklenburg county, will hold
a meeting in the County Clerks Office, in Char
lotte, on Monday of January Court, being the
28th day of the month, at 1O1 O'Clock, A. NJ
JOHN A. YOUNG, Chairman
January 15 1S56-td
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22

Congress Caters for Ladies,
I UST Received at
y Boone's Boot g. Shoe Emporium.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-01-22
THE MARKETS.
Charlotte, Jan. 20, 1856.

CORRECTED WEEKLY BY c. II. ELMS & CO
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1856-11-07
Public Notice.

\ SUrERINTENDANT and Teacher of
IA the LE7IfE SCHOOL. in this District,
Will b. elected Oh the 18th day Of November
next, by the Trustees. The Salary of the Sr-
l'erntendant is $500 90 per annum; and him
self and fnmly, if his family is small. nrc pro-
vidcd with boarding and lodging. For further
particulars on this point, apply to the Secre-
tarv. His duties are to Supefintend, Manage,
and Govern the Pupils and Farm, in accord
nnce with such directions as he may, from time
to time, receive from the Trustees. The Sala-
~ of the Teacher is $3.50 OO per annum. and
he is provided with boarding and lodging at
the School. lie is to perform the usual duties
of a Scllo"master according to the instruc.
ti"n he may, from time to time, receive from
the Trustees.
Applications for either of the above Offices,
stating particularly. the number and ages of
the children of the applicants for the Office of
superintendent. must he handed TO the Secrc-
tary at Ahbeville previous to the day Of clec-
tiun. TIIOS. THOMSON, Scc'ry.
Oct. o. 1856. 2G.it
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1856-11-07
TO FARMERS, MECHANICS, AND OTHERS.
Nc CORDS
Patent Portable Anti.Friction Horse Power.
The Best In Use.
Patented July IL, 1864.

THIS is an invention hy which large por.
Il ton of the power of the horse is render.
ed available than by any other arrangements
known. It's parts are few and simple, not lia-
ble to arrangement, readily adjusted for work
ing. and with ordinary care very durable and
efficient.
The Machines are manufactured with great
exactness and oil precisely alike, so t;iat 10
case piece should be broken we can always
fusnish piece to replace it.
1t Is designed for two horses, and
can be used for great variety Of work, there
by saving large amount Of labor, expense
and valuable time to the Farmer, Mechanic aud
others.
By reason of its portability the owner can
readily locate it wherever it may suit his bus
mess. 1t can be used to good advantage for
driving cotton gins threshius machines, circu-
lar or other saws, planning and other machines
ior working wood, driving mills, of various
Kinds, for griiniin,; gran paint &C., straw. w.cut-
ters corn'sheilcr5, lathes, grind stones &C.,
and for churning, washing pumping waite. for
CATTLE irrigation. or draining, and all other
purposes to which Horse Power is adopted.
We also keep the most approved SpiEe and
Beater TilRESlIERS, which, can be driven by
the above Powers.
FAN MILLS, for Hand or Horse Power.
SMUT MACHINES, Grain Cradles Betting,
DC.
SCOTS LITTLE GIANT Corn and Cob
Mills. CARMICHAEL d BEAN.
Dealers IN Hordrare, Cutlery and Ag,ieultu-
raj Implements
Augusta, Co., May Q. 1856. 62-6nl