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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

B The earthquake in California. on the
5th ult, was severely felt all over the lower
country. Immense chasms, ten feet wide,
and extending in length forty miles, had
opened at various. parts of the southern
country. Great masses of rock and earth
were noticed at Fort Trejon to be heaved
in the air from lofty peaks.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10
FOREIGN NEWS.

The steamer Atlantic arrived at New York on
the 9Th, with Liverpool dates to the 18th ultimo.
In the Liverpool market Cotton had advanced
one quarter Of penny.
Political news unimportant-
LATER.-The steamer Persia arrived on the
9th with Liverpool dates to the 2lst. Cotton
had declined one-eighth of penny.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10
WEEKLY BY t. M. FARRc

REMARKS.--Cotton has slightly adj
vanced-11 to I2s are extremes. Flour
has declined-see table above. Wheat
firm at 81 80 to 81 40--market well sup
plied. Peas are in demand at IS cts. Corn
Is 20 so cts.-market well supplied. Dried
uupeeled Peaches 3 cts. per h., peeled do.
6 cts. Dried peeled Apples 8 cts. per Id.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10
DECISION IN THE DRIED SCOTT CASE

WASHINGTON, March 6-The Supreme Court
made decision to-day in the bred Scott case
Judge Taney's opinion was TO the effect thar ne
groes have no right rs citizens under the L nsii-
tuition, and that the ordination of 1887 is binding
As beng the act of the several States as soverelGns
prlor 10 the formation of the Constitution. That
the Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional, as
beng an act of the general government exercis-
ing power not deegated.by the States soveregus.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

A KANSAS MEETING was held in Cheraw,
S. c., on the 9th ult., for the purpose of
organizing Kansas club, and ascertaining
how many were willing to emigrate. Seven
gentlemen enrolled their names. and q COM
mittee was appointed to collect funds.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10
COLUMBIA MARKET. March 2.

There was no material or quotable change
in the Cotton market yesterday; the supply
ON sale was moderate and the demand good.
Some 225 bales changed hands at priccs
ranging from lit TO iat. most sales at IL
to -.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

AFFECTING-oR AFFEcTED.-Week be-
fore last, Mr. Sumner appeared in the U. S
Senate Chamber leaning on the arm of Will
son-a cushion was brought in to make his
seat more comfortable. He sank into his
chair in an exhausted condition.:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

THE WEATHER.-After two weeks OF
delightful warm Spring weather, we have
had for the last eight or ten days very cold
freezing weather.
There was slight fall of snow yesterday
morning.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

MECKLENBURG AGRICULTURAL FAIR
We call attention to the list of premiums
on second page.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

secured SO that can get him; or twenty dollart
for his delivery to me in Alexander county at my
residence ten miles south Of Taylorsville.
j. II. NEWLAND.
March 10, 1857 II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

A COOP SUBSTITUTE.-The editor of the
Columbia Times has recently been giving
his readers the benefit of his views on the
practice of resorting to arms (duels) to set
tie difficulties. One of the articles (which
we would publish but have lost the paper
containing it) recommend that when an in
suit is passed between gentlemen, instead
of shooting at each other, they or their
friends shall each select a certain number
of gentlemen to act as umpires in the affair,
and decide which party shall apologize or
retract. We think the suggestion good
one, and is certainly much better than the
present barbarous and unfair mode of set
Ting difficulties.
We never could understand what proprie-
ty there was in allowing a man, after he
had insulted or injured another, an oPportun-
ity to take his life also or how wounded
honor could be cured BY the antagonists
resorting to the field and firing at each other
without either party getting even scratch.
The fact is. the whole duelling code is a
false and cowardly one-there is no fair
ness in it. But then it requires more cour-
age to refuse to engage in il than it does to
comply with its demands.
Il Among the graduates at the Female
Medical College of Philadelphia. we notice
the name of Mrs Lucy NJ. Petersilla, of
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

GEN. CAss, the new Secretary of State
under Mr. Buchanan, is we'll known to the
people of this country as an able and ex-
perienced statesman. He has had the ne
nessary experience to teach him that mis-
new position is one of great responsibilities;
and while he is rather hostile to England
and opposed to her ascendancy Tin the least)
on this continent, we apprehend that he
will conduct our foreign affairs with pru-
dence and discretion. Mr. Cass while min
lister to France defeated the Trepartite
treaty, the object of which was to secure
the cooperation of France, England and
the United States in the suppression of the
slave trade and to that end conferred upon
either party the right to search the vessels
of others for African slaves. He has re-
Gently declared in the Senate that the Mis-
souri, Compromise was unconstitutional, and
boldly avowed on the same high stage that
if he had the power by a word to emanci-
pate every slave in the Union, he would not
pronounce that word. We think he can
be safely entrusted with the foreign affairs
of the country. His competency to man
age the m no one will question.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

A CASE OF OBsTINAcY.-The Madison
IN. c. News says that in the Jail of that
place WIN. Hagood has spent the greater
part of his life, having refused to pay a
debt of S25, or any portion of it, though he
has money concealed. He refuses to &C.
cept his liberty, and is perfectly satisfied
with imprisonment. His creditor pays his
board, and is determined to keep him in
Jail until he agrees to pay the debt and all
the incident expenses.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

~ Roger A Pryor, Esq, late ed itor of
the Richmond Enquirer. is about to estab-
lish paper in Richmond, to be called Tho
South" In politics it is to be Democratic,
but the main object seems to be to defend
and uphold southern rights. Mr. Pryor is
bold and vigorous writer and we'll quail
fed for the responsible station he is about
to assume, excepting rather hasty temper
and too much disposed to engage in what
is falsely called ..affairs of honor"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10

q Among the graduates at the Female
Medical College of Philadelphia, we notice
the name of Mrs Lucy NJ. Petersilla, of
Raleigh, North Carolina.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10
RANAW A Y

From Patterson, Caldwell CO.,
N. c., my negro man DICK.
He is about six feet high, 80
years old, dark complicated; has
rather a down couDtenance
when spoken to. He has a fiat
foot and a scar on his bead. I
will give a reward Of ten dol
lars for said boy delivered in
, any Jail in North Carolina and
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-03-10


/ believe that many Of the difficulties in the way,
which now appear formidable, will, in great de-
gree vanish as soon the nearest and best route
shall have been satisfactorily asceralnCd.
1t NAV be proper that, on this occasion, should
make some brief remarks In regard TO our rights
and duties member OF the great family Of na-
tlons In our intercourse with them there are
some plain principles approved by our own expe-
renee from which we should never depart We
ought 10 cultivate peace, commerce and friend
ship with all nations and this not merely as the
best means of promoting our own material interest
but in a spirit of Christian benevoIence towards
our fellow-men, wherever their lot may be cast
Our diplomacy should be direct and frank, neither
seeking 10 obtain more nor less than is our due
We ought u cherish a sacred regard Tor the H.
dependence of all nations, and never attempt TO
interfere in the domestic concerns OF any, unless
this shall be mperativey required by The great law
OF selt.preservation. To AVOID eniangng alliances
has been a maxim OF our policy ever since the
days OF w ashington, and its wisdom no one will
attempt to dispute. In short, we ought TO do JUS
tice, in kindly spirit, to all nations and require
Justice from them III Ieturn.
II is our glory that, whilst other nations
have extended their dominlons by the sword.
we have never acquired any territory except
by fair puTshase, or. as in the case Of exas,
by the voluntary determination of brave.
kindred and independent people TO bend their
destinies with our own. Even our acauisi-
tions from M xico form no exception. In
willing to take advantage of the fortune OF
war against a S ster republic. we purchased
these possessions, under the treaty of peace,
for a sum which was considered at the time
fair equivalent. Our past history forbids
tina. we shall in the future acquire territory,
| unless this be sanctioned by the laws of jus.
tice and honor. Acting on this principle. no
nation will have . right TO interfere o. to
compIsin if, in the progress of events. we
shall still further extend our possessions
Hitherto, in all our acquisitions, the people.
under the protection of the American flag,
| have enjoyed civil and religious liberty, a
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1857-03-14
THE INAUGURAL ADDRESS.

Wepublish below so much of Mr.. Buchanan's
as refers to the question of slavery:
Fellow C1TIzENs:-I appear before you this
day to take the solemn oath that will faithfully
execute the Office of President Of the United
States and WILL to the best Of my ability preserve
protect and defend the Constitution of the United
States In entering upon this great office, most
humblv invoke the God of our fathers for wisdom
and firmness to execute its high and responsibls
duties in such manner as to restore harmony ano
the ancient friendship among the people oil ths
several States and to preserve our free institutions
throughout many generations. Convinced that i
owe my electonSto the inherent love for the Con-
stitution and the Union, which still animatss the
hearts Of the American people, let me earnestly
ask their powerful support in sustaining all luss
measures calculated to perpetuae these, the rich
est nolitical blessings which Heaven has ever be-
slowed upon any nation. Having determined not
to become candidate for reelection, shall have
no motive to influence my conduct in administer
ing the Government except the desire ably and
faithfully to serve my country and to live in the
grateful memory of my countrymen.
We have recently passed through Presidential
contest in which the passions OF our fellow citizens
we're excited the highest degree by questions OF
deep and vital importance; but when the people
proclaimed their WILL the the tempest at once sub
sided, and all was calm. The voice of the major
ity speaking in the manner prescribed BY tho
Constitution was heard, and instant submission
followed Our own country could alone have ex-
hibited SO grand aud striking a spectacle Of the
capacity of man for self-government. What .
happy conception, then, was II Tor congress 70
apply this simple rule, that the will OF the maJor'
inv shall govern to the settlement of the question
of Domestic Slavery in the Territories Congress
is neither to egisate Slavery into any territory
or state nor TO exclude it therefrom; but to leass
tle people thereof perfectly free to form and reg
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1857-03-14
j. D. CATTELL,
ii, CANFIELD.

Resolrcd, That the judiciary Committee be in
structcd to report to the Senate, bill to submit
to the qualified electors at the next election for
senators and representatives, an amendment to
the constitution, whereby the elective franchise
shall he extended to the citizens of Ohio, without
distntion of sex.
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1857-03-14
SALEM, CoLUMBIANA COUNTY OHIO, d. 1857

the neighborhood of towns. 1t is for the interest
Of citizens, MS we'll farmers, to have Trespass
Act, and have it entorc ed.- Gin. Gazette
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
ALLEN s
LATEST IMPROVED COMBINED
IL l. A PER AND NOW Err.
ALLEN s

WE now offer 70 the public Il machine
w which. in the opinion Of numerous far
mers, possesses more advantages than any
other.
Messrs. Rogers 4 Boycrs:-I used last sea-
son one Of Aliens new and improved Com
bined Reaper and Mower, and consider it
as Reaper and Mower far superior to any
have seen either for lightness or draft, for the
perfect manner in which, it performs its work.
either in grass or grain. for its strength. sim
plicity and durability, and. in short. for every
quality that can be cInimcd for Combined
Reaper and Mower, and it emily should be
seen and used to be appreciated.
Yours truly, BARCLAY l.. ROBERTS.
Feb %, 1857. Bristol, Bucks co. Pa.
c. b. Rogers, Dear Sir-Thc Mower and
Reaper bought of you l consider the best
machine | have ever seen. ! can cut grass
and grain to my entire satisfaction. 1t is the
best machine in this country, and ] can take
great pleasure in recommending them to ali
want of Il good article. JouN G.. JONES.
Stcelvillc, Lancaster co., Pa. 1856
Ds~Circulars with numerous certificates
furnished on application.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
Drug, Paint and Glass
WHOLESALE WHREHOUSE,


Corner of Tenth and Market Streets,
Office in Second Story, PHILADELPHIA.
I-y-We invite attention to our large stock of
Drugs. Paints. Oils Nannishcs, &c. selected ex-
pressiy for our sales. and comprising one of the
finest assortments in the United States which we
offer at low prices. for cash or approved credit.
WE MANUFACTURE very extensively:
Premium Pure White Lead, (bcst)
Kcnsing;on Pure White Lead
Pearl Snow White Lead,
"Niele Montngnc'' French Zine (best,)
Pure Snow White American Zinc,
Philadelphia Snow White Zinc.
silvers Plastic Fire and Weathcr-proo Paints
Chrome Greens, Yclows, and colors generally
AGENTS FOR
Portcrs superior Alkaline W 'ndow Glaze,
Genuine French Plate Glass. (warranted)
The New Jersey Zine Company s products,
TIlden and Nephew n. Y. NarlHshes,
Brooklyn Premium Pure White Lead,
llampden Permanent Greens.
Pure Ohio Catawba Brandy, &C.
IMPORTERS OF:
French and English Plate Glass.
French and English Cylinder Glass,
Colorel and Engraved Window Glass,
Daguerrcofype Glnss
Hammered Plate for Floors and Sky Lights,
Drugs Chemicals. Perfnmory SO.
WHOLESALE DEALERS IN:
Druggists Articles generally.
Painters Tools of all descriptions
Hydraulic and Roman Cement,
Cacincd and Land Plaster.
Paper Makers Clay. Satin White, &c.
FRENCH, RICHARDS 4 CO.,
Store, N, w. cor of Tenth and Market Streets
Factory, Junction York Avenue, Crown and CAL
lowhil SITS, Philada. [Apr4 3m
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27

Walnut Street. s. ". Corner 81 Third ST.,
p III l. a d L l. p ii A.
INCORPORATED ny THE STATE oFrENS'A
MONEY is received in any sum. large or small,
!'I and interest p lid from the day Of deposit to
day Of with travail
The Office is open to resolve and pay money
every day. from o'clock in the morning till I
o clock in the evening. and OF Monday and Thurs
day evenings, till o'clock.
Interest Five Per Cent.
All sums. large or small. are paid back In
foLDoa lem1nl without notice. to any amount
Hon. HENRY l.. BENNER. President.
ROBERT SELFRIDGE. Vice President
WILLIAM j. REED, Secretary.
DIRECTORS.
Henry l. Benner, C, Landreth Munns,
Edward IL. Carter, +. Carroll brewster,
Robert Seltrdge. Joseph b. Barry.
Samuel'k. ASh'on Henry L. Churchman.
james b. Smith Francis Lee.
THIS company confines its business entirely to
The receiving of money on interest The invest
III 'n's amounting to nearly
ONE MILLION AND A HALF OF DOLLARS
ns per published report Of assets. are mpde in con
fornty with the provisions Of the Charter. in
Real Es'a'e. Mortgages. Ground Rents and such
first class seculi les $ will always nsare perfect
security to the dcpositors and which can not fail
to give permanency and stability to tbs old and
will established Institution. March 81 IF
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
COIEAIAN'sS
PLANTATION OR FARM MILL.

T1illS is the most efficient. simple and du-
l. rable Farm ill now in use, and il pre-
ciscly meets the wants of every Farmer as
it is not only adapted to Grinding Corn in the
Ear, but will grind with rapidity Shellcd
Corn, Wheat, Rye or Oats, into fine or coarse
meal, as desired; also Flour if required 1t
is easily attached to horse, steam or water
power.
Messrs. Rogers & Boyers, cntlcmen:-
1t affords me pleasure to state. that this
America Farm Mill that | have purchased
from you. has rendered me entire satisiac-
ton. | have already ground over 500 BUSH
els Of corn with it, and upon examination
cannot see any pcrceptible wear. | have
ground from ten to twelve bushels per hour
with ease. ISAAC HARRISON.
JacObsfomn, n j.
Messrs. Rogers K Boycrs-IIaving used
one ofyour Farm Mills with my Sweep Power.
and having ground over 800 bushels Of
corn and oats. | can fully testify its superior
merits. can grind with ease from eight to
twelve bushels per hour fine enough Tor feed
ing And having examined the Mill. ! am
satisfied that it must be durable, as it does
not appear to be much worn. PETER lloFFER,
Feb ls, 1857 Old Fort, Center CO, Pa.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
"NEW DRUG STORE"
WILSON & MERRITT,
WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS,

WHOLESALE DRUGGISTS,
No 2OSil1te 52) Market 81 aJore 2ad South side
rH!LADELpHIA.
NTOULD respectfully call the attention
w Of their tricnds and the public, that
having lately established themselves as
above, are now fully prepared to fill all Or
ders with PRoMPTNEss and DISPATCH.
Thankful for the patronage already re-
ceived, they would inform the trade and
buyers in general. that they
CHALLENGE COMPETITION,
From any source, to produce better goods At
lower figures.
Wholesale Dealers in Drug. Dyes, Chemicals,
Patem Meiicines, Spices, Oils, Paints, Var
nishss, White Lead, Sno,s White Zinc. all kinds
Of Paints, Class, Alcohol, Burning Fluid, Cam
phine, &c., &c.
Read what the Oldest house in our city
says Of us:
Having entirely reinquishcl thu ,Jobbing Drug
Business. with pleasure call the attention of the
trade to the above circular and feel confident that
any business transactions they my have with them
will be mutually to their interests.
Resptfuly yours
Jan lily BROWNING 4 BROS.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
Eldridge's Clothing Store.

Come list 10 this jingle, ye men Of great lore.
And learn something new that ye lie or learned
before;
| sing not Of books. nor sages nor yore,
But Of L. II. ELDRIDGES CLornING STORE.
s. E. Cor. IN and Market Streets.
Where are Pants piled on Vests full many n score
And garbs in profusion in front Of the door;
That's L. ii. Eldridges Clothing store,
S. E. Cor. tn and Markct 81.
Now keep down your laugh while in thunder roar
4 lay to the tune of Rory More
4 gent from the country with garments all tore,
Had heard of our fame and this town did explore
At length with much trouble, he found the right
door
And in making his entrance was not any slower
And smile lured his face as by thunder he swore,
He had found Il. III. Eldrdge's Clothing Store.
Mar IA ly S. Il, Cor 18th and Market ST.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1857-06-27
New Carriage Mandatory
AT LEW ISNTIlI. u \

All IIIWISNILI.l IL, PA.
+ D. MARSuBANK announces to the
~ .public that he has cotnmcnc- n,=suv
ed the Cllriagc Making bushes 1fssE- = -
ut Lcwisvillc. Chester county. AI2-Al
Ia. He is prepared to make to order ala
Kids OF carriages of the latest and most ap-
proved patterns. Of the best materials and
workmanship, which he will sell at lSw
prices. He is a practical workman himself,
and will employ none but the best mechanics,
hence he can Recommend his work wlr
confidence, for is ncatncss and durahilitv..
All new carriages warranted Il months,
with good usage.
Lumber and old carriages at liberal priccs'
Will he taken III exchange for new ones
Carriages of every description repaired ;
painted and vanished at short notisc. anta
second hand carriages always on hand for
sale.
Five per cent. discount allowed on ali
cash sales.
He is confident that lie can give satisfac.
ton. and respectfully soliciS = share Of the
public patronage. J. ID. MARSIBANk.
March l5--Iy.
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ntell)al,ital.
New Carriage Mandatory
ELkTO,N, MD.
III, A. HALL s. 90.

pESPECTFULLY inform the public tina
ES;hcy have commenced the manutactOr v
OF carriages i'll Elkton, al the shops former ~
occupied by Robert MarSlrbank, whore IA II
orders in their line will be promptly attcnde d
TO. Carriages Of cvc"y description made to
order, of the best material and the most faith
full workmanship and insured for one year, if
property used. having practical acquaint-
arcc with the business, acquired in the first
establishments in Philadelphia, AMI having
some of the best workmcn in their employ,
they Halter thcms" lves that their work will
compare fav"rahly with that done in the
cities, as to style, price and durability. All
they ask to satisfy the public, on these points,
is a fair trial. They solicit a share Of the
public patronage.
Dy"Jid carriages taken in cxchrhge fer
new, and liberal prices allowed. Repairing
promptly attended to, at moderate rates,
march Il ly.