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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
THE RAIL ROAD QUESTION.

Believing it would be mutually advanta-
geous to both roads and an accommodation
to the public, we recently advocated per-
feet through connection of the North
Carolina Central and the Charlotte and
South Carolina railroads, in order to Sc
cure the through travel. The question is
now under discussion between the able
Presidents of the two roads. An interest
ing communication from VIM. Johnston,
Esq, the President of the C.. q S. C.. Road
appears in to-day's paper. The discussion
of the subject between him and Mr.. Fisher,
the President of the n. G.. Rail Road, gem
tlemen familiar with all the arguments for
and against the proposed measure, will eli
cit the truth, and enable the public to de-
eide upon the merits of the question, pro
and con. The roads are now, as it were,
but one and the same improvement, and
what will benefit the one, it appears to US,
will also benefit the other-and, on the other
hand, what destroys the success of one
will affect the prosperity of the other.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
"Ccasc ViDcr.'

THE motirc of an individual who has ad
dressed communication to the mechanics
Brass Band " signed "A Citizen" is well I'M
derstood, and properly appreciated. 1t is need
less to say, that no gentle man-that none but
low-bred villains, without particle of honor and
courage or truth to sustain them, will ever resort
to the sneaking, secret. and cowardly practice OF
attempting to stab i'll the dark, by writing anony,
NOUS missivcs. Prudence, however, generally
dictates such course, as it no doubt did in this
instance. Malicious and vindicive ours, with,
out the manlincss and courage TO assume the re-
sponsibility of their acts, to assail openly
skulk behind their kennels to bark. This will
always be the resort of puppies who, like "a
Citizen" fear their hides will be tanned, if they
come out from their place of concealmrnt
THE MECHANICS BRASS BAND.
Charlotte, july Sit
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
KEEP IT BEFORE THE PEOPLE.

Mr.. John A. Gilmer, who seeks the suf-
frages of Southern people for the Office
of Governor, has openly acknowledged that
If IN Congress uhen the Nebraska- Kansas
bill aoas passed, he r0uld haze roted against
it. This is genuine Free-soil, Abolition
doctrine. He would have voted for Nor
thern supremacy against Southern rights
and Southern equality!
Mr.. Dargan, the know-nothing Elector
for this District, in his late speech at the
Court House in Charlotte, after denOuncing
the repeal of the Missouri Compromise, was
forced to admit that, as Southern man,
had he been in Congress, he should have
felt bound to vote for the bill repeating it.
Not so, however, with Mr.. Gilmer. He
declares that he would have voted with the
enemies of the South against the bill. Re
member this voters.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Bible Society.

At called meeting of the Officers and
Executive Committee of the Mecklenburg
County Bible Society, the following resolu-
tons were adopted
/. That we will cooperate with the A
merican Bible Society in supplying the des-
titute in the United States with the word
of God.
2. That we will furnish any Protestant
Minister, who may engage in the work
Of Bible distribution in North Carolina, with
copies of the Scriptures for circulation a.
mong the destitute.
3. That we order 200 copies of the New
Testament and Ps@l ms combined-in large
type-and one copy of the new and cor
rected edition of the Bible lately issued by
the American Bible Society.
4. That 7. NJ. Farrow and E. Nye Hut
Gibson have 500 copies of the Constitution
of the Mecklenburg County Bible Society,
with Circular to the Public appended,
published in pamphlet form, for general
distribution.
5. That We make donation of $500 to
the Parent Society.
By unanimous vote, the Reverends D.
L. Parks, John Watts, and f. d. Junkin,
and Messrs. James Hood, Joseph Harvey
White, E. G. Kuykendall, J. L. Daniel, and
DR.. VIM. A. Ardery, with Mrs. Martha
Caldwell and Mrs. Harriet Carson, were
elected and constituted Life Members of the
American Bible Society.
E. NYE HUTCHINSON,
Charlotte, July 2, 1856. Rec'g Scc'y.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
COMM ICATED.
OBITUARY,

Departed this life, on the morning of the 30th
ult., at the residence of his brother, Mr.. r. NJ.
White, Of this county, Mr.. A. w. WHITE, in
the 2lst year of his age.
This promising young man was the son of pi-
Gus parents, who dedicated him to God i'll infant
baptism, giving him the name of a foreign Mis-
sionary, prayed for him few years, and then
left him an orphan boy in the care of a covenant
keeping God. That covenant transaction, it is
well believed, was not unavailable.
For the last two years, young Mr. w was a
clerk in the house of MessrS. Springs Il Mcleod,
of Charlotte, where he secured the confidence and
won the affection Of all who knew him. Though
dtfident, modest, and retiring in his feelings, he
was attentive and punctual i'll business; and at
the same time, thong tul and interested in regard
to his spiritual interests.
During the last Summer, he was subject OF
the prevailing epidemic of the country. His re-
covery seemed to be slow and imperfect; indeed,
before the winter had passed, he evinccd symp-
toms of the hereditary disease which removed him
from his place in society. He tried the climate
of Florida, so celebrated for pulmonary affections,
with no good results. He reached home only i'll
time to die among his friends. But to him. death
had been deprived Of his sting. FOrseveral months
he had enjoyed an intelligent and comfortable
hope OF an interest in the Saviour's merits. His
last day on earth the Lords day. In the
morning be said to friend that he shonld never
see the sun rise again. In the afternoon, he ex-
pressed to the writer of this notice, with great dis
tnctness, his own sense of personal unworthi-
ness and guilt, and at the time the precious
ness of his hope of the salvation of the Redeemer
When death was evidently very near to him, of
which he was fully sensible, he took leave of his
friends present, and sent messages to absent Ones
saying ''meet me in heaven"
In view Of this death, it may be we'll said ::
How faithful is our God to his covenant engage
ments Let Parents trust their children with him
Glow precious in the sight of the Lord is the
death OF his saints /! His rod and his staff, they
comfort them
Why should not every young person. especial
ly every son and daughter of the covenant be a
christian! May every friend aud associate of the
deceased comply with his dying request, and
meet him i'll heaven. d. A. =.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
THE FOURTH.

The sOth anniversary of our Indepen-
dence was observed in this town by gen.
eral closing of business doors and suspen-
sion of business. There was no united
public celebration of the day. Every pa
day in his own way, and various were the
modes adopted. Instead of a day of noisy
jubilee, it was on this occasion, political
Sabbath. honored quietly and for the most
part apparently religiously.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

PRoF. WOODS HAIR REsToKATIvE.-Efaving
tried unsuccessiully sundry highly recommended
hair tones on own half denuded crown, we
had about lost all confidence in nostrums of that
sort, until few weeks ago distinguished
politician of this State, whom we had seen three
years ago with thin hair, and as gray a RAJ"
but now boasts as ine and glossy head of hair as
one could wish We demanded the secret of his
improved appearance, when he readily accounted
for it by ascYlbng it to the virtues OF Prof Woods
Hair Restrativoe We shall try that next, rs our
ad vertisng columns show it be for sale in our
town-TOttalDa Free Trader.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

A SToRM.-On Tuesday last, storm
of wind, hail, and rain passed over portion
of this county, West of Charlotte, which
we are sorry to learn, did much damage to
farmers. Many lost their entire crop of
oats, and had their corn crop seriously in
jured. Among the sufferers were Mr.. Jos.
B. Mcdonald and Mr.. VIM. Semmerville,
both of whom lose all their oat crop and have
their. corn crops greatly damaged.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
THE SHOOTING AFFAIR.

The Wing" in its notice of the unfcr-
tunate affair, which led to the shooting of
Mr.. Edwin II. Moss, by Mr.. John Sloan,
Dr., on Saturday the 26th ult., appends the
following remarks to the details of the
transaction:
They had been unfriendly for some time'
and whenever they met Mr.. Moss would
taunt him in an insulting manner. He had
been drinking for some time, and meeting
with Mr.. Sloan, who had only arrived here
the evening before, he commenced on him
again, and if we are correctly informed
struck him, when he was shot as above
stated
For the reasons here assigned by the
Wing, it is but justice to Mr.. Sloan to say,
that the community, so far as we have heard
an expression of sentiment, do not attach
the blame to him for the transaction.
The location of the ball in Mr.. Moss leg
has not vet been discovered. Of course the
wound is still painful one, although hopes
are entertained that amputation will not be
necessary. The critical period will have
passed in few days.
-O~O-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
NO WAR.
Mr. Dallas not to be Dismissed.

"" have adviccs from England, by the
Steamer North America, to the 18th ult.
He news from England is of highly
important character. Mr.. Dallas is not to
'' dismissed, and the difficulties between
he Nuitrd States and Great Britain will
Probably he amicabIy settled.
Lord Clarendon stated, in reply TO Lord
Hri'y' III the House of Lords, that IL is not
'.s "''n'oH u The Government TO ddrise the
Y'''' 10 suspend diplomatic relations rih
-'.'-''q. The announcement was loudly
e4r,rcd.
Lord Derby expressed his satisfaction
viii regard to the announcement made by
-' Government, but regarded the Govern
-'~'> course as humiliat;ng and as an ac-
Aaawlcdgment of error.
Lord Clarendon appealed to the House
a'toj Join Lord Derby in pressing the qucs-
@a; and the subjo ct then dropped.
The funds rose in consequence of Lord
Oagendon'S statement.
lie Liverpool cotton market was active,
-"+ slight advance. Sales continue large
'"s'e was also small advance in grain
,~oI'ur. Corn had advanced Is per quar-
" Western Canal flour was quoted at
~ and Philadelphia Dos. to 37s. Red
'-sat los ID.
. The steamer Baltic, since the above
type, has arrived at New York, with
~Ogean advices up to the 25th Juno.
'le Africa arrived OUT on the 22d and
american advices had favorable in
"'e On cotton. though prices were I'M
sed. The sales of the three days were
r0'OOO bales. Middling Orleans 6 g.
wheat had advanced 2a3d. Flour
C'm declined Cd. Money easier.
'4Sa94}. All excitement on Amer
1"a'rs was sub>iding. The cheap
~''InS devoted itself to a true expo
VI The American difficulty. The no.
''N OF Buchanan seems to please the
people. Parliament proceedings
important. The Car had con-
r',| new Cabinet, including Gortsch-
'eh Sacken, Turloff and others.
b, coinage of the San Francisco
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
An Invaluable Companion
for the Campaign.

From the numerous volumes which have re-
rentlv APPEARED in defence of the American party,
we entertain doubt that, III the Southern STATES
the issues involved III the canvass of 1855 TO be
revived these volumes are silent upon the sub
ect OF slavery, but eloquent and tolocfous IN de
nunciation OF Catholics AM foreign emgra tlOn.-
Indeed, we are TO have Native Amercanlsm strip
ped of the mummery and cuvert oaths OF the late
Know Nothing parry 10 fight over again the
South. The anldote to all this Va nkee trash and
poison may be found in the carefully prepared and
exhaustive volume of DR.. Iiambleon, ntIt'ed We
GINA PuL1T1cs IN 1885, VIII CHI contains every
Speech newspaper article, review, letter, and essay
of value which appeared IN denurclatlon OF know-
Noihngism during 1851 and 1855. As faithful
and useful compilation OF valuable political matter,
it surpasses any volume of acquaintance"
T Richmond Er1mincr.
The above book contains also a biographical
sketch and fine steel portrait of Gov. WISE
Price 81 so.
1t will be sent by mail, post paid, to all who re-
NIT the ampunt in money or stamps to the subscri-
ber }. w. RANDOLtH,
July 6, 1856. Richmond, Virginia.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

small scar on his upper lip
has very small ears for a negro boy, is very
likely, has long hair when combed out. and
has generally worn it plated and tied with a
string behind on work days.
have reason to believe that Sandy has been
conveyed away by some person; and l will
give 25 Dollars Reward for his deli
very to me, or for his delivery in jail, so that
| recover him. My residence is short dis
lance south Of Monroe, N. c., and also short
distance west OF Chesterfield Court House, S.
Carolina. JOHN p. GATHINGS.
July s, 1866"
o. The Southern Christian Advocate, of
Charleston, will please copy one month, and
forward account to Mr.. c., Lanes Creek P. o..
Union county, n. T..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Mr. w. Walker
Great ATTRACTION OF the Season.
Notice..

TNHE property purchased at VIM. W. Ems
y sale, consisting of Gold and Copper Mines,
Engines and Mills, also two Store Houses
situated on Trade Street, near to the Bank of the
State, now positively offered for sale, and will
be sold on Monday of July Court, if not previous.
ly disposed of privately.
Persons wishing to purchase any or all of said
property, are referred to G. w. Caldwell. whoi h
fully authorised to dispose of and execute titles
for the same.
Charlotte, June II, Is56-ts
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

LEAVING HM-NORTH AND SOUTH
Nineteen twentieths, or more, of the hither-
to American papers at the North (out of
New York; repudiate the Fillmore nomina-
ton. He has scarcely paper in the whole
West, and not half dozen in all New Eng
land. In the Middle States, a very few
still hold to him-chiefy in Pennsylvania
and New York. OF those in Pennsylvania,
the Philadelphia North American says -
"A number of papers in our State still ad-
vocat3 Fillmore and Donelson, but those
in the interior will mostly go with the ma
jority of their supporters, who are fast
changing to Fremont" 1t is SO everywhere,
North.
The Massachusetts, Know-Nothing State
Convention, in session, at Boston, last week,
had a quarrel over Fremont and Fillmore
The majority appearing in favor of Ere
mont, the Fillmore delegates, to the number
of 100, withdrew and organized separate
Convention. This split, we fear, will give
Massachusetts, to the Democrats con-
summation devoutly not to be wished. Let
the Fillmorines and Fremonters and Free
sellers fight for her abolition vote. Demo-
Gratis do not wish to be disgraced by it.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
THE SHERIFFALTY.

n(~WE are authorised to announce Z.
49, G. GREER, Esq, as a candidate
boz I-,.cIiUn for the office of Sheriff of Mrcklen-
burg county. May -, Ioj6--te
WE arc authorised to announce
49, JOSHUA SKIES, Esq, as a can-
III -, cuun tn the office of Sheriff for the cuun-
ty Of Union. May "a, lSJ6.-te
1--WE are authorised by (MANY yO-
49, TERS) to announce III. X. MAS
81. I.~q as a candidate for the House of Com
m is tlT Union county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
A very fine Brick Dwelling MHsIsl

Nearly completed, with four large rooms be-
low stairs aud four above, with nice passage
above and below; and which cost about three
thousand dollars. Adjoining the mala build
ing is fine one-story brick building with two
rooms and piazza in Forthwith all the ne
cessary out honses aud stables, III good repair.
Immediately on the corner of main street is a
fine One-story brick building, rough-cast and
covered with tin, with large aud convenient
store-room well fitted up, and two other con-
yenient rooms alta ched-and yard tastetully
decorated with eVergreens and flowers, and a
fine garden.
The situation Of this property being central
and convenient, any person DESTROYS OF pur-
chasing beautiful, healthy, and desfa BILE re-
sIdence, would do well to attend the sale. The
Western railroad will be here in less than
three years, and property will no doubt double
in value. Should this opportunity to secure a
summer or q permanent residence, unsurpass-
ed by any IN this or any other town in North
Carolina be lost, there is no pro5a bility OF ac-
qui:ing within the corporate limits of the town
q residence so desira bic. Terms cash.
4. J. ERWIN, Trustee.
II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Jimlney Reynolds.

The ORA TOR Of the Ring on the Lead.
Immense Feats of Equestr,anism, Strength
and Elegance! Only one star in the Firma-
ment shining more brightly, appearing more
Beautiful than EVCnus rising from the Sea-"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Negroes for Sale.

u SHALL, as Executor Of the last will and
q testament of DR.. WIN. l.. Mckee, decd,
on the same day and at the same place of the
sale ofthe above property, expose to public sale
to the highest bidder
Eleven likely and valuable Ne
grOes,
Consisting of men, women, and Children
Terms made known on the day of sale.
+. J. ERWIN, Ex'or
July s. lS56,-ts
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
MILE Franck Vic,

The Floral Equestrienne, who introduces
her troupe of Elm Ponies-so small as 10 be
wonders in nature, so graceful as to claim un-
Iversal admiration, so novel in performance az
to surprise all beholders!
Madame Showles, the English Lady, deln.
Gator of the Scenes of the Tournament and
Chivalry, will represent the Queen Of 'LoyS
and Beauty as in the days OF IvOnhoe, and
Ashby de la Zouche.
Madlie Franck Vic, changing from her
gentle introduction of the Miniature Steeds.
elegantly pleasing, will excite the astonish.
ment and even fear Of the audience, by per-
forming on the wild, unruly and fierce Mexican
Pet Horse,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

FREMONT's CHANCEs.-In order to elect
Fremont he must carry all the free States
en- nsaSSc, with the exception of % votes,
the exact number belonging to Pennsylva-
MIA. If he lose Pennsylvania, tn erefore, he
can afford to lose nothing else.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
WILL EXHIBIT AT

July 0; BULLOCHS
CREEK, DaUison and Whites Store.
July 10h; YORKVILLE, July llta;
ROCK HILL, July IL; CHAR
LOTTE, July l4M.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

hWING to the recent death of our former
" partner, Mr. X. II. Brawley, the accounts
OF Brown, Brawley g. Co., must be settled bv
July Court or they will be placed in the hand.
OF an officer for collection. Do not blame us II
you do not call, we candid with Won.
j. L. BROWN g. Co.
Surviving partners.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
MIR. BucEANAN's RECORD.

In 1888, on Mr.. Buehanan's motion, the
Senate of the United States resolved
THAT any attempt of Congress to abol-
ish slavery an any Territory of the United
States, in which it exists, would create Sc
rious alarm and just apprehension in the
States sustaining that domestic institution,
would be violation of good faith towards
the inhabitants of any such Territory, leho
hare been permitted to settle acttt, and hold
SLAVES therein; because the people of any
such Territory have not asked for the abo-
lition of slavery therein, and because achen
any such Territory shall be admitted into
the Union as State, The PeoPte thereof uilL
be entitled to decide that question ercIusire-
Ly for themselves"
Y We find the following beautiful and
eloquent sentiment in speech of Mr.. Buch-
anan, delivered in the House of Represen-
tatives in 1922. How perfectly has it been
illustrated by his subsequent public career!
If I knoao myself; 1 am a politician neither
Of the East, nor Of The Vest, Of the North,
nor the Soulful therefore shall Jorerer aroid
any expressions, the direct tendency Of ~Aich
must be TO create sectional Jcatousies, section
al divisions, and at length disuntOn, that
acorst o. all political cdlamities."
"From my soul l abhor the practice of
mingling up religion with politics. The
doctrine of all our Constitutions, both Fed
eral and State, is, that every man has an
iDdefeasible right to worship God accord
ing to the dictates of his own conscience.
He is both bigot and a tyrant, who would
interfere with that sacred right. When a
candidate is before the people for an office,
the enquiry ought never to be made, what
form of religion he processes, but only in
the language Of Mr.. Jefferson, Is he hon
est, is he capable !"-[JAMEs BUCHANAN.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Columbia. July Z.

COTTON-Our previous weekly report closed
at prices ranging from 81 to lO4-prces quoted
same last week BACON, hog round ii 10 Il J,
mddIings Il aud hams IL to l23. Com 65 to 10
cei1s per busheI. Oats 30 to As GEMS per bushel.
Peas 65 to 70 cents per bushel. Flour 81 to %
Fodder 81 IS to 81 80 per 100 lbs.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
FOR HOUSE OF COMMONS:
WILLIAM F. VID 8 ON,
WILLIAM M. MATHEWS.
ELECTORS
DISTRICTS:

IeD.,'t. WIN. r. Martin, of Pasquotanl
n william j. BLOW, of Pitt.
"a vi. IS. Smith, of New Hanover.
4th CASTOR III. wilder. of Wake
9Th =. L.. Williams, of Alamance
9th JOhn VI. Clement, of Davie.
9Th &. II. Earins. of Mecklenburg.
9Th So. w. Avery, of Burke.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Wrapping PaDer.

THE Merchants of Char oFte and vicinity
l. can be supplied with all kinds and quail
ties of wrapping Paper, from the q.
leigh Wrapping Paper Mills,
G.. w. BENEDICT,
Proprietor
DRAGS taken in exchange for PaPe
the highest price. G. W
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Notice.

M wife Caroline having left my bed and
I'VE board, all persons are hereby notified that
l will not be responsible for any contracts she
may make. ALBERT WALLACE.
June ], 1861
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FOR STATE SENATOR:
WILLIAM e. vi II IL liz 9
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08

70 Admission Fifty Gents, children and
servants 25 cents. Doors opened at and O..
Performance to commence at 2 and Z.
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Master Charles Shay,

The Nicaragua Juggler-in a host of delu-
sious, magical aud wonderful, an adept in the
great art of curious deceptive Feats-wiIl
amuse, interest and instruct the old well 40
Iho juveniles
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
THE DECLARATION.

The know-nothing journals, this year,
have generally omitted the publication of
the Declaration of Independence. And in
truth, we are SO much pressed at present
for room that we can only find room for the
following portion of that great document !:
He (the King of Great Brittany has en-
IeavOred to prevent the population of these
States; for that purpose, obstructing the
Jaws for the naturalization Of foreigners; re-
fusing to pass others to encourage their mi
grafton hither, and raising the conditions
of new appropriations of lands
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Great EQueSlrianS.

Who has not heard of the accomplished. Mr..
O. Dale, the renowned graceful Rider and
One Hundred Somerset Man! His great
achievements make him the laVOTits Of the
Ring.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1856-07-08
Mr. j. SliOWIes,

The Hercules Of the Arena-the wonder OF
the sge-the stIong man of the mountain
cAVe-in all those feats of agility and strength,
and superb wild horsemanship, will induce
many a cheer, and create many an anxious
Snr nriue In his sevnrnl di ST inciive aria