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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
VALUABLE PROPERTY for Sale.

- will expose to public sale GA Tues
!::m day of next January Court at the Court
IsALHouse in Charlotte, my House & Lot
situated on Tryon street, opposite to the Presby-
terrain church and joining the lots of 4 NJ Jami-
son and Robert Sterling, said lot being 80 feet
front and running back 1893 feet. On the lot is
a first rate Dwelling and Store House and out
houses and Well of excellent water. Persons
wishing to buy such property would do we'll to
call and examine it.
Also at the same time and place, / will offer
for sale the PLANTATION formerly owned by
Capt Isaac Campbell, decd, lying miles east
of Charlotte on the Potters and Lawyers road,
joining the lands of Wilson Wallace, NJ. d.
Johnston and others, containing 2sl acres. On
the place is a good Dwelling and out-houses'
and some first rate meadow land.
This place will be sold subject to the Widows
dover. Any of the abovs property will be sold
privately if desired, at any time between this
and January Court Persons desiring to pur-
chase can See me in Charlotte. Il
g@ Terms made known on day of sale. ,
-; ,s.. wv. j. G. MOORE.
Dec IS 1857 S7-6t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
MARRIED.

In Lincoln county, on the 26th nit, by Rebt.
G. Ramsey. Esq, Mr. James FL. Mullen to Mrs
Catharine Leonhardt. -ss
In Union county, on the LIST inst, by E. w.
Lilies, Esq, Mr. John C. Skies to Miss Jane,
daughter of C. Austin, Esq, Sheriff of Union
county. Also, ON the Sd inst, by E. w. Lilies,
Esq, Mr. S. II. MulIis to Miss Ellen Ann,
daughter of Thomas Maness.
In Taylorsvlle. on the I'd inst, Mr. ]. Henry
He'll I'd Miss Laura e. Gillespie.
In Rowan county, on the I'd inst, Mr. Jacob
Coon, to Miss Caroline Beaver. Also, on the
Sd inst, Mr. Nicholas Il. BarringeI, to Miss Ellen
C.. Holtshouser Also on the Sd inst, Mr. John
Eagle, to Miss Lutita II. Hoffman.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
OF SALISBURY, N. c.,

Offers his professional services in the different
branches Of his Profession, not only to the citi-
Gems of Salisbury and the contiguous country,
but would respectfully notify the citizens OF
Mecklenburg and Cabarrus counties, and more
especially thosein whose families he had practic.
ed for nearly twenty years, whilst resident Of
Mecklenburg county and the town of Charlotte,
and with many of them maintained for years the
endearing relation as family Physician, that bis
services can be as easily obtained (by the facili
ties of Railroad trave) now, and in many instan.
ces more so than when he lived among them
Applications made by mall or at the "Veranda
House, Salisbury, N. c., will meet with prompt
attention. .t
Salisbury, N. c., Dec. Is, 1857. If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
Town PROPERTY for Sale.

1 will sell to the highest bidder on the LIST of
January next, THE HOUSE AND LOT, sit
uated on Tryon street, between the residences OF
]. H. Wilson and H B. Williams, at credit OF
twelve months, with interest from date. The
lot is desirable one for family residence, being
situated in good neighborhood, retired, yet sui.
ficently nearthe business portion Of town for all
practical purposes. Persons desiring information
concerning the property will please call on J.
NJ. Hutchinson. Esq, who is authorized to make
sale, execute title, &c, in my name
w. A. ARDREY.
Dec Is, 1857 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

~A friend in South Carolina, in a
business letter to US, thus speaks of The
late South Carolina State Fair:
"The Fair was grand success and gave
very general satisfaction. l was gratitied
to see some of the premiums borne off by
my MeckIenburg friends, and hope it may
incline more to join US in future at our
annual Agricultural Festivals. That most
clever and enterprizing gentleman at the
head of the Charlotte Road, VIM. Johnston,
has evinced great interest and sagacious
forethought in encouraging as mach as
possible this intercourse. We would like
to draw out the fruits of your soils. the
delicate fabrics of the gentle sex and the
creature comforts of the household depart
merit, as we'll as your fine stock and clever
Deople" H...t-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
DIED.

In Gates county, on the Sd inst. Whitmel Stall
ings, Esq. Tor many years member OF the Legisia.
ture. - Cd 80
In Cabarrus county, on the 23d uit., DR.. Watson
w. Rankin, aged AZ years. Also, on the 18th ult.
Rev. A. F. Quay, aged 80 years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
NEWS FROM WASHINGTON.

WAsHNGroN, Dec. 9.-The administra-
ton having been advised by telegraph that
Acting Governor Stanton had called spe-
cial meeting Of the Territorial Legislature
of Kansas. the President to-day forthwith
removed him, and nominated to the Senate
as his successor, Gen. Denver, now Com
missioner of Indian Affairs, who left Wash
ington for the West last week. The reason
given for this removal is that Secretary
Stanton has Violated the instructions here
tofore given to both Gov. Walker and him
self, to do no act which could possibly dis
turb the peace of the Territory.
WAsHiNGros, Dec. lO-1'he present U. S. Dis
trict Attorney OF New Orleans has been dismissed
for want of diligence in preventing the departure
of filhbusters, and Thomas J. Senmes appointed i'll
his place.
The dismissal of Gov Walker is still daily ex.
pected.
Nathan Clifford, OF Maine. has been nominated
to the Senate for the vacancy on the Supreme
Court Bench.
~ The Supreme Court will commence its
Winter Term, in Raleigh, on "Wednesday, the 3Ott
day OF December. Causes will be called as follows
,ha I
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

The intendant of Police OF The Town Of
Charlotte respectfully submits the following
exhibit of the Finances of said town. to-wit.
First, from the Treasurer's Report it ap-
pears that there has been collected from va
rious objects OF taxation, &c, during the
year 1857, the sum Of $S.9i3 t2, of which
sum. ss, $50 81 have beea expended for vari~
Gus purposes for the interest OF sad town,
by orders made by the Board Of Commission
ers, as will fully appear by reference to the
Clerk aud Treasurer's Report
Second, ii appears from an examination OF
the Minutes and Records Of the Board OF
Co m mi ssioners, that there are outstanding
debls against the Board, some of which are
now due, and others that will fall due during
the Year A. D. 1853. io-wit:
A Bond due to Sam1 McNineh on
the st day of January, 1858. with IN
terest from the lst of Jan'y, 1855, 81, 507 0S
A Bond in the hands OF A. b.
Davidson for $3.50 AZ, due LIST Jan'y,
1855, with a credit Of $3.50 the 18th t
Jan'y, 1857, ...'. $50 ~
A Bond due Leroy Springs the
22d Deer, 1857, asa 20
Balance due on Fire Engine, 500 90
Order in favor of J. l.. Shelby to
the use Of John Townly. (baIance
on contract for Engine House) due ...
223d Sept, 1857. -.. 100 W
Order in favor of Int, ndant, made
1st Jan'y, 1857. for his services in 80
| 1856, lou OO
Order in favor Of lntendant for his
| services fur the y, ar 1857, 200 90
Interest on $4,000 subscribed to ..-5
F. College, payable semi-annually.
| LIST Jan'y, 1858 and LIST July, 1883, SEQ 90
Order in favor Of VIM. Harty. tor .s- 80
hire of his negro boy to work GA
sire. IS, made I'D Nov'r, 1857, 40 90
Order to II. B. Williams for haul ...
ing done in 1854, - .... - IL 90
| Order in favor Of Mr. Mckenzie, t
payable in May, 1858, for keeping
the burying Ground IN proper con-
d.ton from May, 1857, t, May, 1858, IS 90
| Total amount of outs standing ---
debt. lessft interest. $3,765 SO
further, from the Clerk and Treasures
Report it appears that there is remaining in
| Treasurer's bands. $3.50 81.
| The Clerk further shows in his Report,
that there are uncollected assets due. the
Com ssioners, consisting Of Notes, Ac-
| counts, and arrears of Taxes, amounting in
all, as will fully appear by reference to said
report, to 81 ,245 80. -...r
The Intendaptl thinks It far to conclude
that not more Than one halt ofthe uncoliect-
| ed assets will ever be rallied and in that
view, the next Board of Commissioners will
have to levy such a Tax as will in their dis
cretlou defray the current expenses for the
| year 1858, and in connection with what may
| be realized from the uncoiect.d assets, pay
| off the present liabilities.
All Of which is respec fully submitted.
| DAVID PARKS. Iufendnnt.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

THE MORMON TROUBLEs.-Late news
from Utah state that the government troops
and the Mormons had skirmish in which
several of the latter were taken prisoners.
Coy. Cumming (who is to take the place of
Brigham Young) had determined to enter
Salt Lake city, and the Mormons had de-
termined on resistance. The U. S. troops
were suffering from the want of provisions
and clothing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

The MASONIC GRAND LODGE closed its
Annual Session in Raleigh ON Thursday
evening last. The following arc the officers
elect for the ensuing year:
Alfred Martin, Wilmington, G. NJ.
j. II. Alexander, Lincolnton, S. G. w.
J. NJ. Cox, Perquimans, j. G. w.
G. w. ID. Hutchings, Raleigh, G.. I.
w. II. Balm, Raleigh, G. S.
The following are the officers appointed
by the Grand Master:
Jas. w. Osborne, Charlotte, d. G. nj.
w. j. Pope, Hookerton, S. G. d.
j. A. Murray, Alamance. j. G.. d.
James Mcdaniel. Fayetteville, G. c.
Provision was made to hquidate a BIT OF
$4,000 with which the Trustees of st,
Johns College have been embarrassed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
r. How many men of the present day

II How many men of the present day
serve their country from patriotic motives!
They are nearly ''as scarce as hens teeth
The way in which members of Congress, OF
the Legislatures, and other public servants,
dispose of the offices for their own benefit,
and arrange matters for the promotion OF
self. is disgusting. 1t is now made regu-
lar business matter who shall have the best
grab at the spoils. And this spirit is be-
ginning to manifest itself with little self
constituted cliques all through the country
They want to fix up things privately and
then require all hands to fall into line. We
have Arrays acted with the democratic
party and expect to continue to do so' but
IN so doing we are determined to contend
for allowing the whole party to be heard
and give all anopportunity to express theii
opinions and preferences. 81
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
SUICIDE.

J We learn, by private letters from Fay
etteville, that VIM. F. Wightman, Esq.
editor of the North CdrOLinian, and a Mr.
Elliott, a native of Georgia, who had been
residing in the place for some time, COM
mitted suicide on the night of the 10th
instant, and were both found dead in their
room next morning, at the Shemwell House
They left short note stating, that they
had, of their own will and accord, taken
nitric acid; but gave no reason for the rash
act. This is the first instance of which we
have any knowledge, where two men, by
mutual agreement and with elaboration,
put an end to their owa existence at the
same time and place. b. 1890 .. 49,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY

IL miles south Of Charlotte.
The exercises Of the 18th Session Of this School
will commence divine Providence petmiiting) the
FIRST Monday In January next.
Terms, per Sessioaa Of 2iweeks:
Classics and Mathematics, Sl2 50
English Grammar. Geography & History, 90
Students will be received at any me during the
session hut no deduction will be made for lost time
afer enhance. T. C. KuYkENDAL.
December Is, 1857. S7-N
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
FOUND DEAD.

We learn that Mr. NJ. w. Maxwell, of
this county, aged about 25 years. was
found dead on the road in the neighborhood
IF his fathers residence, on the morning of
the 18th inst. We understand he was sub
ject to fits; and it is supposed, in one of
these spasms, he fell from his horse, where
he was found as above stated.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
Democratic Meeting.

The Democratic voters of Charlotte are request
ed to meet in the Court Honse, on Saturday even
ing the 18th instant, at o'clock for the purpose
of nominating Ticket tor Intendant and Com
mssoners. 1t is hoped and earnestly urged that
there will be full attendance. Let all come out.
10 choice. MANY CITIZENS.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
Dec. Is, 1857.
OLIy HIGH SCHOOL.

The next session of this Institution (under the
control of Rev. B. Clegg. assisted by A. Fl. Mer-
rift and others,) will commence on the first
Wednesday 18th day. of January, 1858.
December Is. 1857,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
Negro Hiring.

On Thursday the 3lst of Dec, will hire out
at my residence, all the negroes belonging to
the minor heirs of the late DR.. ]. M. Harris, for
the term of twelve months.
j. N. STRONG, Guardian
Dec Is, 1857. S7-3t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

HThe Bank of the State of North Caro-
lima has declared a semi annual dividend
# five per cent. Also, the Bank of Will
mington has declared semi annual divi-
dend of four per cent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
To Hire.

On the LIST of January next, at the public
square in Charlotte, '-'
l5 or 40 Negroes,
belonging to Mary A., minor heir of the late Rev.
John Williamson J. NJ. HUTCHINSON,
Dec. Is, 1857. st Guardian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

Cash received fran my prede-
eessor in Office, 1st Jan'y, 1857,
ToTAL amount that came into
baads o. Commiss'rs for 1857,
The Commissioners further report
that there remains uncollected the fol
lowing sums, io-wit:
For No es due the Comm'rs, Q 81 q
4" rAccts- " 80 OF
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

Ey Hon. r. M. T. Hunter has been re-
elected U. S. Senator by the Virginia Leg
islature, for years from the 4th of March
next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

HoGs.-Two droves passed through this
place last week. from Tennessee, on their
way to Arson county. There were 400 in
one drove and $50 in the other. The own
ers asked eight cents, which, of course
they did not get about here, and we do not
believe they will get it anywhere.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

For the want of room we omit our list OF
prices. Trade has been brisk for the past week,
a good deal of Flour and Corn offering. Flour
is worth about s. per bbl., and Corn sold for gu
cents. Cotton sold at lower figure than here
tofore, 81 to 81. Bacon hams Is, hog round ID
market we'll supplied. Fresh Pork to d cts.
Butter 20 cts, Chickens l24 cts, Eggs 10 cts.
~ Six fugitive slaves, conducted by e.
man named Stepeen Myers. and hailing
from North Carolina, reached Albany. New
York, on the LIST.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

r. The Charlotte and South Caroline
Railroad has declared semi-annual divi'
dent of three per cent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE.

To the exclusion of almost everything
else, we publish the Message of President
Buchanan. We have no space in which to
make lengthy comments, The Presidents
position on Kansas and slavery ought to
satisfy the most ultra southern man. We
are not surprised at such fanatics as Sew
ard, Hale and Trumbull Directing to that
portion of it, but we are surprised that
Stephen A. Douglass should raise objec-
tons and express determination to fur
Their agitate the question by introducing a
bill to allow the people of Kansas to vote
on the whole constitution. tSee Congress
sional proceedings.} 1t will be seen that
the President is in favor of acting in a firm
and decisive manner towards the Mornons.
We hope all our readers will give the
Message a careful perusal. - 80 e
: T FeEE fH.s
~ We offer our thanks TO Hon. Warren
Winslow for the early transmission to US
of a copy of the Presidents Message.
Also, to our friend j. B. ,Holderby, Esq,
of Washington City. for similar favor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15

r. M. Sterling's Tax Tor 1857
| (925) RENTED by order Of the
Board for loss in blowing up
his House in May, 1856, in
time Of fire. -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-12-15
500 81
Se,9i3 OF
el,245 %

el,245 %
OUT of the above, amount Of 50, 91S o.,
there have been paid out to various persons
(per order of the Board OF Commissioners)
the following sums, to-wit;
q .ahn- M
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1857-1858, 1857-05-22
Temple of Honor.

The Grand Temple met 10 this city May goth, and
elected officers as follows:
G. W. T., VIM. G. Brien, Representative from
Utopisn Temple, No. 81.
G. V. T., VIM. F. Bradford, Representative
from CorinthiLn Temple, No. 80.
G. w. R., Hugh Carroll, Representative from
EIysian Temple, No. 20.
g. w. c., Arson Nelson, Representative from
Utopian Temple, No. 81.
G. w. u, Whistler Rowzee, Representative from
Shelbyville Temple, No. 38.
G. VT, Isaac Paul, Representative from Ely
sian Temple, No. 20.
G. W. G., Il. Il. McAlister, Representative from
Utopian Temple, No 81.
P. G. W. T., j. w. Maddox, Representative from
Phoenix Temple, No. 26.
The following elected Represen tatives to
the Supreme Council, which meets on the second
Wednesday in July, in Bloomington Illinois. Past
Grand Worthy Templars Isaac Ltton, Isaac Paul,
Arson Nelson. Hugh Carroll, John II. Currey, John
w. Maddox; P. G. w. Vice T., John Gormley; G.
W. T., VIM. g. Brien; G. W. V. t., VIM. +. Brad
ford
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1857-1858, 1857-05-22
New Orleans Market.


suOARThe limited receipts from the interior have met
with ready during the week about the range Of our
quotations. which without iurtLer change. SAY:
Inferior 9H gall s.
Common. 9Hsl04 Choice. ....... Xa12
Fair Fully Fsir.lO5 &alZ Clarified. Aal2H
OF cuba Sugar ABOUT 900 hhds muscoyado have been
sod part by auction at rage Of 81 alOo, but chiefly at
9Ha10xc per ID.
doLAssEs.-Wh very limited supplies holders have re-
allied a further advance in prices, and 500 BIB
Louisiana been sold during the week. at 6la53c for
fermentng, and 6ja6c gallon for good TO choice
led with several hundred packages from the city refine
RES 65a6lc in bbs and 66aIOc per gallon in habbs
Of Cuba Moases cargo Of 500 hhds muscoYado has been
sold at 56c per gallon.
COFFEE-he marx ct has been depressed by he unusual
~ large imports recently, and heavy accumulation Of
stock, while the demand is generally Of very limited
character, and holders have accepted lower rates. The
sales OF The reach barely $500 bags tn closing prices
gHaOc Tor ordn ry 1OEa04c for fair and lie per 10
prime To day ISL bags sold lO ahd 30 lie h.
-Four cargJs embracing 81 800 bags have arrived lat The
quarantine station from Rio during the week making
imports since the LIST September, $50 900 bags
against 3OlOlS TO the date last The stock
hand this evening, iIcuCng the above about
IZ5 800 bags against 81 100 at the time year.
SALT.-rwo cargoes Liverpool cVarse, embracing some
$1,000 sacks sold rom store in the part the
week. about 9Jo per sack. Most Of the iVas
stored and held al trim prices, with only
uuderstaud) about 10000 sacks to Liv
erpoOI dung the remainder Of the In bulk salt
there ia better feeling with reduced stsck holders ask
ig zSt.Ic per bu shea according to quality TIE last sale
was 100 sacks Marsha at tOc per OF lao lbs
Three cargoes, embracing S3sI sacks have arrived from
Liverpool dunng the week making the direct imports since
year. No further Of bulk salt have
received, aud the direct imports the LIST Sepem
Der remain 5s03S bashsls against 62O0OU 10 the
date last ySat.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1857-1858, 1857-05-22

Pianos and musics-We learn that Horaa ,
Waters Of 33S BroadWa Y agent for the sale Of mar
ofhe most celebrated makers OF Pianos and Meodeons
offering them at prices which advise all who desire
purchase to avail themselves Of He also selling his lar
and welknown Catalogue Of Music third from Il
regular prices and will forward the free postagt
His offers to the trade teachers and schools the
favorable charactersl Of which he WILDE able to ill toll
letter, for having wisely adopted the cash system tt
Horace Waters Pianos known among very be-
We enabled speak Of those instruments with son
degree Of confidence from personal knowledge OF their
cellent tone and durable quaity.-N Y. Ecdn0eliSt.
Daily Nashville patriot. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1857-1858, 1857-05-22
Rev. II. B. C. Howell, of Richmond.

This distinguished divine has been journing IN
our city for some days past, having taken
Nashville OF bis route home from Louisville, where
he had been attending the South,rn Baptist Con-
vention over whose deliberations he has presided
for number Of years lie filed an appointment
10 preach Sunday, in the First Baptist Church, on
Summer street. he was, for more than fifteen
years, the revered pastor of the congregation
which worships in that Cburch-indeed, it was
under bis ministratons that the congregation
gathered together, and the beautiful little tempe
built and consecratei to the servc' Of his Master.
But not alone to the MEMBERS aud habitueS of that
Church, did he commend himself by bis exemplary
piety, and able efforts in the sacred desk; he made
warm friends in every department of respectable
society, who attached TO him, as well by bis
geitl social qualities Of head aud heart as by bis
consistent christilny Oh ,ractrstics It's not sur
prisng, therefore, that bis appointment Sunday
called out tie largest audience that had assembled
IN bis old Church for several years and that num-
bers bad TO 90 away without getting in. R,csivsd
with unmistskible demonstrations Of respect aud
affection by old friends, and urged by them, and
others of citizens, Irrespective of sect or de
nomination. TO cast his lines amongst US again, be
must have realized sensations of the purest pleas
ure. We believe that we but utter the universal
sentiment entertained by all of our citizens, who
know him, that his removal to Richmond deprived
Nashville Of invaluable citizen and his Church Of
pastor whose vacancy has not been filed, and
probably can only be filed by himself We do
not believe that any point in the country would
give him a broader or more extensive field for the
useful employment Of his t,ents ADD we trust that
the Efforts which being made to induce him to
re invest himself with the robes he abdicated some
years ago, may prove successful The Church,
knowing its own wants, aud with an appreciation of
his former services heightened by the loss Of them,
have, understand, with entire unanimity, invited
him to resume his former position. We are sure
that bis acceptance Of the Invitation would be res
pended to with the i.hesi satisfaction by the cit
zens of Nashville generally.