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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
NOTICE..

The Trustees of the CHARLOTTE FE-
MALE ACADEMY, Charlotte, North Caro-
lina,) DESTROYS of procuring the services of a
gentleman, who is competent to take charge of
the Institution, as Superintendent.
The Trustees are completing the improve
ments of their property, which is worth from
$4,000 to 100000, and are DESTROYS of having
the Institution opened for educational purposes
by the lst of October next. The Building is
large and beautiful, with accommodation for a
family, and sixty-fve or seventy young Ladies.
The Town of Charlotte is the terminus of two
Railroads, with third in course of construction,
which will render the Institution easy of access
1t is surrounded by moral and intelligent popn-
lation, and with industry and efficiency, no diff
fculty is apprehended in building up an Insti-
tuition of the first class.
Persons desiring situation of the kind, will
address ''The Trustees of the Charlotte Female
Academy"
Charlotte, Aug. Is, 1857. At
Charleston Courier, Raleigh Register, and
National Intelligencer copy 4 times and forward
bills to Trustees.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
DIED,

In this county, on the 18th inst, DIR. S. N.
Wellington, aged about 80 years, leaving a
wife and several small children, besides a large
community, to mourn their loss AS a Physician
he was successful. and as neighbor, he was all
that could be desired. Com.
In Marshall county, Miss, on the 9TH instant,
after a short illness, Mrs Jemima, the beloved
wife of Col. Jas. A. Grier, formerly of this coun-
ty, and daughter of the late Mr. Crawford, OF
Cabarrus county, aged 80 years. She died in
the full enjoyment of speech and reason. Her
end was peace. Four infant sons have preceded
her, and only son still survives, but too young
to know the loss he has sustained. Con-.
In Sampson county, on the 9TH instant Mrs
Elizabeth Smith, wife of Jesse p. Smith, and
daughter of Thos. /. FaisOn.
In Wilmington. on the 9th inst, Henry G.
Bruce, aged al years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
MARRIED.,

In this county. on the 11th instant, by John
P. Ross, ESQ., Mr. Shadrach Nance of Wilkes
county, to Miss Elizabeth Chapman
In Lancaster District, on the 23d ult., at the
residence of r. c. Potts, ESQ., by Nj. c. Heath,
Esq, Mr.. Thornton Coltharp, to Miss Martha
Stewart.
In Wilmington on the 4th inst, Mr.. John NJ.
Walker, of New York, to Miss Eliza james
Gibbs.
In York District, on the 5th inst, Mr. Chester
field Lanier, to Miss Amanda Woods.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

A VALUABLE Notwithstanding the pres
ent week, says some newspaper, no less than
six of our friends. who have been Induced 10
try Prof. DeGrath's Electric Oil for theu-
matism, in consequence OF having seen this
incarnation advertised in our col Imns, have
called upon US to state the result of lheiT ex-
perimenis. These pc sons assure US that
their Rheumatic pains have been entirely
cured by few applications of Det;rath
|"Electric Oil,'' and they recommend its use
to all who are afflicted with any ofiIe dis
eases Which it is designed TO cure. 1t can
be had OF the agent here. See advertisement
in another column.
July - Pm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
CHARLOTTE FEMALE ACADEMY

1t will he seen by advertisementin another
column that the Trustees of the Charlotte
Female academy desire TO secure the ser
vices of some competent person to take
charge of that Institution as Superintend-
cnt. The building is nearly completed
and ready for occupation. 1t is beautifully
situated i'll the northeastern part of the
town. near the y. c. Railroad track, and
has the advantage of a free ami pure
atmosphere, with extensive open ground
surrounding it. Sixty or seventy pupils
can hc accommodated with lodging. The
Trustees hope to have the Institution i'll
successful operation by the first of October,
affording an opportunity to the young ladies
of Charlotte (as well as those at distance
VIA" may desire to patrOnizc it) for acquir-
ing thorough course of Instruction. Any
one desiring the situation of Superintendent
will address Trustees of Charlotte Female
Academy"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
CONGRESSIONAL AND FREE SUI
FRAGE VOTE.

Below we give table of the vote, by
Districts, for members of Congress and for
Free Suffrage. We shall continue to add
the votes, as we receive them, until the ia
BILE is complete.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
From kHnSHS.

Advices from Kansas to the 9Th, state
that Gov. Walker had returned to Law
renee with the troops, the apprehensions
of an Indian attack proving groundless.
Election returns indicate nearly unani-
nous vote in favor of the Topeka Constitu-
ton.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

FREE NEGROES.-We publish, on our
Cd page, 4 communication on the subject
of free negroes. We cannot agree with
the views of the writer in every particular.
Nearly all are willing to admit that the
free negro population is an incubus on the
b"dy-pnlitc, but how the evil can be remi-
died is a question OF peculiar difficulty,
and worthy of serious reflection and con-
sideration. In treating the matter we must
keep i'll view the principles of justice and
humanity. One difficulty to Legislation on
the subject is, that distinctions would be
demanded, and, probably, would have to
be made; for among the free colored popu-
lation we find now and then good, upright
and worthy citizen. Hereafter we may
revert to the question and give our views
more at length. In the meantime we shall
publish the articles of our correspondent
(who has studied the matter for some time)
that the public mind may be exercised on
the subject.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
FROM CALIFORNIA.

New YORK, August 12.-The Empire
City has arrived, with later dates from San
Francisco, and one million and quarter in
gold.
The Democrats have nominated Weller
for Governor, and the Republicans, Edward
Stanly. [Mr. Stanly is from North Caro-
lima.
A large fire had occurred at Valparaiso.
A battle had taken place near Arequipa
between Vivanco and Castillo. Both claim
victory.
There had been an attempt at revolution
at Callaco.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
THE MARKETS.
WEEKLY BY T. NJ. FARRow.
Charlotte, Aug. Ia, 1857.

TIT should be borne in mind that the fol
lowing are Wholesale prices mostly. We
endeavor to keep the quotations correct,
but allowance must be made for the fact
that prices frequently change Immediately
after the publication of the paper.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
500 Agents Wanted.
A HOMESTEAD FOR SO.
THIRD DIVISION.


1910, 900 worth of Farms and Building Lots.
in the Gold Region of Culpepper County, Vir-
ginia, to be divided amongst 10000 subscribers,
on the 9TH of December, 1857. Subscriptions
only ten dollars down; or fifteen dollars, one
half down, the rest delivery Of the Deed.
Every subscriber will get Building Lot or
Farm, ranging in value from $40 to $25, 900.
These Farms and Lots sold so cheap to in
duce settlements, sufficient number being re-
served, the increase in the value of which will
compensate for the apparent low price now asked.
More than $50 Lots are already sold, and "A
company ofscttlers, called "The Rappalannock
Pioneer Association is now forming and will
soon commence a settlement. Ample security
will be given for the faithful performance of con-
tracts and promises.
Nearly $4,000 acres of land, in different parts
of Virginia now at command, and will be sold
to settlers at from 81 to $500 per acre. UnqueS-
ti0nabte titles riH an all cases be giucR. Wood
cutters, coopers, farmers, &c, are wanted And
also, 500 Agents to obtain subscribers, TO whom
the most liberal inducements will be given.
Some Agents write that they are making $500
per month. For full particulars, Subscriptions
Agencies, &c, apply to
Il. BAUDER,
Port Royal, Caroline Co Va.
Aug. IS, 1857.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
REMARKS.

WHEAr.-The receipts of wheat through
the past week have been large-prices
sitter than previous.
FLoUR.--Receipts have been small and
prices dropping.
CoRN.-A fare supply in market-we
quote it at rs cents.
BACON.-Bacon is in demand at full
quotations.
There is still no transaction in cotton at
quotations.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

COOP RULES FOR ALL.-Profane swear
ing is abominable. Vulgar language is dis
gushing. Loud laughing is impelite. In
quisitiveness is offensive. Tattling is
mean. Telling lies is contemplate. SLAM
dering is devilish. Ignorance is Disgrace
full, and laziness is shameful.
This is the road which is to become re-
spectacle. Walk in it. Never be ashamed
of honest labor. Pride is a curse, a hate
full vice. Never act the hypocrite. Keep
good company. Speak the truth at all
times. Never be discouraged, but perse-
we're, and mountains will become mole hills.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
RAILROAD SUBSCRIPTIONS.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY.-On the 9TH in
slant vote was taken in the county of
Rutherford to ascertain whether that coun-
ty would subscribe to the Wilmington,
Charlotte and Rutherford Railroad, with
the following result: For subscription 562,
against GA. We learn that it is the desire
of many citizens to have the vote taken
over again, as it is thought misunder-
standing defeated the subscription.
2 The people of Richmond county
have approved the subscription on the part
of the county to the Wilmington, Charlotte
and Rutherford Railroad.
The vote stood 424 for subscription, and
27S against it.
Chatham county has voted againsta coun-
ty subscription to the Fay etteville Coal
Field Railroad.
DAyIE.-The vote on the question of
a county subscription of 100000 to the
stock of the Y. C. and Virginia Railroad,
stands as follows: For subscription, ass;
against subscription, 446-majority for it, 9.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

CHARLESTON, Aug. livery little
Cotton on sale. Prices have reached
higher point than they have hitherto at
tanned. Some 6l0 bales sold at 124 to
154 cts.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18
SOUTHERN COMMERCIAL CON-
vENTTON

The Southern Commercial Convention
met in Knoxville on the 10th inst. Eight
hundred delegates were present.
Mr. De Bow, of Louisiana, was chosen
President of the Convention. Vice Presi-
dents were chosen from Tennessee, Georgia,
Florida, Mississippi, North and South Car
DINA, Alabama, Virginia, Arkansas and
Maryland. A. S. Merriman of n. c., was
one of the Vice Presidents, and A. Gaines,
Of the same State, one of the Secretaries.
On Tuesday resolutions were adopted,
urging the general government to withdraw
the squadron now upon the coast of Africa,
and to fortify the harbors of Port Royal, S.
c., and Mobile. Ala. Resolutions were of
fered, endorsing the scheme of A. Dudley
Mann, Esq. for a steam ferry between
Chesapeake Bay and Milford Haven, Eng
land; advocating repeal of the fishery
bounties; and urging the bestowal of govern
ment patronage upon Southern lines of
steamers to foreign ports. These were all
referred to the Committee on Resolutions.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

NEW YORK, Aug. I4.-Flour is lower;
sales of Southern 81 to 81 so. Wheat;
sales of white at 81 80 to 81 Sc, red 81 20
to 81 70. Corn is unsettled and nominal.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

LIVE WITHIN YOUR MEANS.-Next to
the slavery of intemperance, what slavery
on earth is more CALLING than that of poverty
and indebtedness The man who is every
body's debtor is everybody's slave, and in
a much worse condition than he who serves
a single master.
For the sake of the present, then, as well
as for the sake of the future, we would
most earnestly urge upon every working
man and boy to live within his means. Let
him lay by something every day; if but a
penny, be it penny, it is better than moth
ing; infinitely better than running in debt
penny day, or a penny week. If he
can earn dollar, let him try fairly and
faithfully the experiu7sn Of living on nine
ty cents. He will like it.
People will laugh" Let them laugh.
They will call me stingy." Better call
you stingy than say you do not pay your
debts. s.They will wonder why do not
have better furniture, live in finer house,
and attend concerts and the playhouse."-
Let them wonder for while it won't
hurt them, and it certainly won't you. By
and-by you can have a fine house and fine
furniture of your own, and they will wonder
again, and come billing and cooling around
you like so many pleased fools. Try the
experiment. Live within your means.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

COLUMBIA MARKET, Aug. Is.
About 100 bales of Cotton sold yesterday
at an advance of &c on the general ruling
rates at the commencement of the current
week, and a choice article will now com
mand I43 cents.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

H A Convention, composed of repre-
sentatives from all parts of the world, en-
bracing all denominations of Protestant
Christians, has been called, under the aus
pices of the Evangelical Alliance" and,
by invitation of the King of Prussia, will
meet in Berlin, Prussia, in September next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

VOTE OF CASTOR COUNTY.
We are indebted to Sheriff Fronebarger
for the following statement of the vote of
Gaston:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

WHEAT FROM THE INTERIoR.-The fe-
ceipts of Wheat at this port per the North
Carolina and Wilmington 81 Weldon Rail
Roads, have reached about 20, 600 bushels
up to date, since the new crop commenced
coming. W1lmingto Journal.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

~ AIr A. Cornelius has just procured
for Us list of eleven new subscribers,
payment for which We hereby acknowledge,
and return him our thanks for the interest
he has manifested from time to time in in
creaSing the circulation of the Western
Democrat.
n very little exertion on the part of our
friends would soon give US a circulation as
large as any political paper in the State.
In order to make the paper acceptable and
interesting to its patrons, we devote our
whole time to it, and intend that it shall
not be behind any in furnishing the latest
news, both local and foreign.
WARM, WARNER, WARMEsT.-Ther-
mometer ranging from % to 94-coat, vest,
cravat and collar off, but can't keep COOL
lost > pounds in three days-can't afford
lt-never did have anything to spare in the
way of flesh. Friend Palmer says he has
something at his establishment that will cool
us-we are cOnstitutionally prone to doubt
what We hear without positive evidence,
but we are willing to take his word about
the matter. blow, we winds"
Oh for lodge in some vast wilderness,
Some boundess contiguity of shade"
Yes, that's it-Cowper understood it.
Shade, ice, fans,-and plenty of it. We
are pleasant, however, compared with our
friend Fulton. Just to think of the sun
shining on that Wilmington sand, and fat
man plodding over it with no ''four-story''
houses to cast shadow. Good gracious"
how hot Whiew.
GT The Democratic majority in the next
House of Representatives will be sixteen
or twenty.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

- In less than Il month from this time,
the Geographic wires may be in operation
between Europe and America.
1T has been determined" says the
Journal of Commerce, "that the first mes
sage across the ocean, in case of success,
should be Glory to God in the highest, and
on earth peace, good will toward men,
This will probably be followed by Queen
Nictoria's compliments to our President,
and after this reply, the line will be open
to the public for messages of not more than
twenty words, at fifty shilIings the message,
or say 629 cents word"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

DIR. Ross ON SLAvERY.-The Publish
ers, MesSrs. Lippincott Il Co., of Philadel-
phia, have sent US copy of DR.. Ross's work
on Slavery. The book contains the Dr's
celebrated speeches before the Presbyterian
General Assembly at New York, series of
letters addressed to the Rev. Albert Barnes,
&c, &c. DIR. Ross enjoys a high reputa-
ton as an eloquent Divine, and his powers
as a controversial writer developed in this
book are said to be remarkable.
The work is on sale at Lowrie's Book
Store.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

laF The Democratic majority in the next
House of Representatives will be sixteen
or twenty.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

RlGHT.-The Baptist State Convention
meeting, passed the following resolutions:
l. Resolved, That this Convention re-
CARDS the late action of the American Tract
Society on the subject of slavery, as un-
constitutional and unjust, and especially
offensive, as breathing restless, persist
cnt disposition to NEEDLE with what be-
longs not to them.
,. Resolved, That the members of this
body cannot contribute funds to the Ameri-
can Tract Society. nor recognize its agents
or Colporteurs, while the action referred to
remains unretractcd; and that we advise
our brethren and friends throughout the
State to adopt a similar course.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

SPECULATION IN GRAIN.-The New York
Courier states that great competition is
going on in that city in buying up the new
crop Of Southern wheat, which has resulted
in prices being paid higher in proportion
than present prices of flour, and as the
general expectation on change is that flour
must decline when the new crop begins to
come in, this movement excites much
comment, for it is felt that no effort of
spectators can sustain prices in the absence
of foreign demand and with a full
crop.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

- Mr. V. b. Palmer, of Philadelphia,
may save himself the trouble of sending ad-
vertisements to this Office as they will not
be inserted until he pays the proprietor
money due to him as proprietor of the
Petersburg Intelligencer, and which should
have been paid years ago.-Rat: Register.
The same gentleman has been sending
advertisements TO this office. We throw
them on the traSh-pile without a reading,
for experience has taught us that he would
never pay if we were to publish them.
- We have received the August num-
Der of the University Magazine, published
at the office of the Chapel Hill Gazette"
This number is filled with readable and
interesting matter. The poetical works of
PhilO Henderson, as published in the
Magazine, are worth the subscription price.
1t is edited by II. E. Brown, w. NJ. Cole
man, w. c.. Lord, E. S. Bell, L. w.
Mason, and j. w. Wright.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

We regret to learn that mournful ac-
cdent occurred on Wednesday at the
Saluda Bridge The passenger train had
a short time previously passed over the
bridge, but freight train which followed
was not so fortunate. The engine and
tender, with several cars, fell through, from
a pier giving way, and Mr.. Dobbins and
Mr.. Morrison, fremen, were killed-the
engineer escaped. Columbia Carolinian.
Accounts from China state that on the
4th of June force, of 1000 British took
and destroyed 1877 war junks amounting to
upwards 5000 men. The English loss
was slight.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

EMANCIpATIoN.-Ac call has been made
in the Northern States for National
Emancipation Convention to assemble at
Cleveland, Ohio. The following is the
language of the call:
The undersigned, belonging to different
political parties, being persuaded that it is
very desirable that some practical and
equitable plan should be brought forward,
by which the people of the North may CO.
operate, in generous and brotherly spirit,
with the people of tho South, and share
with them the expense necessary to the
extinction of slavery. would respectfully
and earnestly invite those of all parties and
sections of the Union, who entertain the
same opinion, to meet in National Conven-
ton, personally or by delegation. in the
City of Cleveland, Ohio, on the 25th, Goth
and 9th of August next ; there to discuss
and develope some plan of Emancipation
which shall fully recognize the principle
and policy of Il fair and honorable compen-
sation to the shareholders for the manu-
mission of their slaves
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

Observation-Disclosures, DEM, has q major
ity of 10000 for Governor. Legislature
democratic. The Congressional delegation
stands democrats and , Americans.
Missouri Rollins, the emancipation
candidate for Governor, is elected by 1000
majority.
TEXAS.-The democratic candidate for
$4,000 over Gen. Sam. Houston. 1t is
stated that the Legislature is entirely dem
ocratic, the opposition not having elected
a single member. Bryan and Regain, demo-
Gratis, are the members of Congress elect.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1857-08-18

RUMoRED DEATH OF GEN. SANTA ANNA.
The Independence, a Spanish journal,
published in New Orleans, states, in its
issue of the 2sth July, that on the departure
of the steamship Texas from Vera Cruz,
rumors were in circulation there that
ex-President Santa Anna had died. No
particulars are given, and the Independence
adds that these rumors probably sprung
from the same source with similar ones
it had received a few days previously from
Havana.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1857-08-26
JUST THE THlNG FOR IOWAI
Wsss,s Ratcns GaIvanic Cement,
RUOFINas |!

1VVH BN0
e1NHE Subscribers having purchased the right to
1 use this time-testcd and much approved Co
nent, for roofing, In Lee county, are nov prepared
TO contract for putting on roofs ut short notice,
and win give All snch contracts their personal A.
tention.
This Cement 10 one of the greatest inventions of
the age, in view Of chsapncss great durability, and
adaptation to any climate. 1t will resist the sud
den changes of the weather, is impeTvious to fre
and water, remaining permancn, fixture without
repairs 10 calculated for reofsof all Descriptions
6At Or steep, 1t being wind, fire and water proof
d,es not Affect water, and il NJ different from tar
snd gravel roofing NJ 1t Is superior 10 It,. Az .
proof ef It's superiority, no Insurance Co. In the
Eastern states will take risk on buildings COW
cred with tar, pitch rosin but will insurc hage
Vests Cemeut 10 used, st as low rates ~ any Gre
proof building.
n. b. The subscribers having perfect confidence
in the durability Of their Roofing, will guarantee
and keep good, at heir own expense, all roofs
covered Ey them, for the term Of Ten years.
Further information can ho obtaiued By address
Ing the subscribers through the posts1kce, or BY
calling ON them IT Mr.. Aoore's, corner Of "a aad
Blondeanstrests, where specimens and inonials
sA be seen toss .isfy the most skepticsl.
CYAN EvRA.
apr1s-atH O. 6WRAZEY.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1857-08-26
TREOEkbGk n. NOON e !,
or BOSTON.
An CHI Il ENT

I ATE partner Of Wm. Washbarn, Architect Of
II American, Rsvese, Winthrop and Parker
1os.ss, ssA fremont Tenple, Boston; Wood Z No.
~, Portland; Bay State House, Worcester, and
many ethsg Arst class psblic and private baildlnes
thrsaehest The souStFy, having iessted II Kesksk,
would infosm the pphic that be II prepared - far.
nisA Designs, Plana, Detail DsawinGs, 6pea2sa-
tions ssd 6upsfintenasDcs Tor CAuTshss, esheol
no1sss, Hotsl1, Stores, Dwell ines, Ard psblic aad
private buildings Of I'll kinds with pFOnpspss aAA
neonf1cy.
All tks modern Improvement, ,such q Wsrnisg,
Lghting, Vsntilation, Ae., ~ adopted II the kast-
sr. sitiss, will b especially provided for - r.
qnlred. E
~OAss il eanple's new building ,on Second
stTsst, bstvsen Main and Johpton-
Jan. IL. 'sy-diy r. II. MOORE.