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The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1858-08-01


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COMPREHENSIVE NOTICES.

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a UsIRAIIA PIONEER LISE-EsrABLIsHED 1854
n Carrying the United States mails
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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21


At meeting of the Democrats of South Washington
on Saturday 9Th May John W. Cowan was called to
the Chair and VIM. T. Bannerman acted as Secretary
The Chairman appointed VIM T. Bannerman, Dr.
John Black and DR.. r. FL. Tate Committee, which
reported the following:
held in Wilmington on Tuesday of June Court to nom
nate candidates to represent the County in the next
General Assembly, and that the Chairman of this meet
ing appoint three delegates to said Convention from this
district.
RESOLVED, That the nomination of Hon. John w.
Ellis, the Democratic candidate for Governor meets
our heartfelt approval and that pledge to him our
united enthusiastic support
The report being unanimously concurred in the Chair
man in compliance with the first resolution appointed
the three following delegates Morris Cowan, Thomas
E. Pigford, John E. Rivenbark.
Whereupon, the meeting adjourned
JOHN w. COWAN, Chairman.
WM. T. BANNERMAN, Secretary.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21
For the journal,
Democratic Meeting.


Pursuant to previous understanding, portion of
the democrats of the Long Greek district met at that
place on the 18th of May 1853 for the purpose of ap
pointing delegates to the County Convention to be held
in Wilmington, on Tuesday of June" Court week, to
nominate candidates to represent this county in the next
General Assembly
The meeting was organized by calling G. J. Moore,
Esq, to the chair and W. r. Iarkins requested to
act as secretary.
The chairman explained the object of the meeting in
a very appropriate manner.
On motion OF DR.. J. G. Broadhurst, committee of
five appointed consisting of the following gentlemen:
DIR, j. G. Broadhurst, Messrs. W. S. Larkns j. Gar
rason, E. L. Miller, and Joel Hines, to report business
for the action of the meeting.
The committee, after few minutes absence reported
through their chairman W. S. Larkins, the following
resolutions, which were adopted:
Resolred, first, That approve of the nomination Of
Hon. j. w. Ellis by the Charlotte Convention, as the
Democratic candidate for Governor, and that we will
all honorable to his election and we
do cordially invite him to visit our village when it will
best suit his convenience.
Resolred second, That recommend delegates to
the New Hanover Democratic County Convention Mes
srs G. j. Moore, E. L. Miller, and Dan' J. Bordeaux
On motion of W. S. Larkins, it was
Resolved, That the proceedings of the meeting be sent
to the Wilmington Journal for publication
The meeting then adjourned
j. MOORE, Chairman.
w r. TARK1Ns Sec'v
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21

B9~At the request of large number Of our Demo
cratic citizens, we have published call for meeting
next Tuesday night to appoint delegates to our County
Convention The time has been selected with view tc
give all an opportunity Of knowing when and where
the meeting is to be held, and most earnestly re
quest every democrat who takes interest in his party
to be present SO that the meeting may be full and
open and really and truly represent the wishes and feel
ings of the Democrats of town. and leave grounds o
exceptions being taken hereafter. This man or that
man-this mans interest that mans interest-mu6t
sink into insignfcance when compared with the good
of the Democratic party, and the man who does not
feel so and act upon this feeling is unworthy OF its con-
fdence The Democrats of the county sixteen hun
dred. What is one man, or two men, or dozen men
that this mass of the men Of the country should be dis
turbed for moment about them. Let the Democrats
come out and say what to be DONE and let obedience
to their WILL and not personal interest personal pref
erence be the test of what is the proper course to be
pursued.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21

NAceuhg AT Lower Black Rive 0oufnal,
Pursuant to previous notice. meeting If e
cratic party of Lower Black River Dstp;ct .ne Demo-
Moores Greek Bridge, Saturday Nav 1 WaS hed at
On notion f. a. Bell ESQ.,, was called 70 1y y 1858
and Joel L. Moore appointed SecretarV " Th ne Chan
man explained the objects of the meeting in ane Chair
remarks. " " It" brief
On motion the Chairman appointed Con.,,
three to prepare resolutions for the considpren Of
meeting. The committee after retiring FIR ol The
utes reported through their chairman the folo1 m
lutions, which were unanimously adopted moving feso
Resolved That the Chairman of this meetiro o,x..
three delegates to attend Convention to be hed +
town of Wilmington, on Tuesday of June County Gun ne
to nominate candidates to represent the COUNTY
next State Legislature also, to take into consdonn
other matters relating to the interest of the great
cratic party. DOul0
Tin pursuance of the above resolution. the Cbo;..
appointed the following gentlemen delegates to rann
Lower Black River District in the Democratic Poatn
Convention, viz flames P. Moore, Joseph I To
and Owen K Woodcock -e"S
Resolved That we approve the action of the cp..
lotte Convention which nominated Hon. John " rS
for Governor of North Carolina. We pledge him i Ais
hearty support. '"'
Resolved, That we highly approve of the courso =,
our Representative, the Hon. Warren Wnslow onS VI
particular his course on the excited Kansas neSOn III
On motion of John F. Moore the meeting ad;nnru.,
+. H. BELL, Chmn
.ToEI r. MOORE Secv, L.
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For the Journal.


Democratic Meeting In TopsaiI District.
Pursuant to general understanding meeting OF the
Democrats of Topsail District held at Sandy Run
on the 18th of May. A. i. Westbrooks, Esq, was
called to the Chair and David J. Nixon appointed Sec
rotary The Chairman then explained the object of the
meeting to be the appointment of delegates to the Coun
ty Convention, to assemble at Wilmington Tuesday
of June Court On motion of j. M. Foy, Esq, the
Chairman of the meeting authorized to appoint three
delegates and three alternates to represent the District
in the County Convention. Whereupon the following
appointments were announced:
Delegates-J. NJ Foy, J. D. Corbett and d. j.
Nixon
Ahernates-J. S. Westbrook, T. W. Howard and
B. f. Nixon.
The thanks of the meeting were then voted to Mr.
Batson, for his kindness in providing accommodations
for the meeting also to the Chairman and Secretary.
On motion the Secretary instructed to furnish a
copy Of these proceedings to the Wilmington Journal
fer publication, and the meeting adjourned
A. J. WESTBROOK, Chm.
D. j. NIXON, Secy
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SILL's CREEK, May 18th 1858.

FOR the Journal
LAFAYETTE LODGE No. SO, assembled at the residence
of Mr.. B. F. Nixon, on Topsail Sound, April 18th,
1858-present
M. Crony, P. NJ st. Johns Eodge No. l, w.M,PS
j. S. Shiver s. Warden.
J. NJ. Foy W. M. Mt. Carmel Lodge No. I53, T. W,P.S,
S. R. Bunting, Secretary, P. S.
D. Moore, Alamance Lodge No. 1873, Treasurer, P s.
7. NJ G gardner s d. p s. st. Johns Lodge No;
Edward Williams, Tyler, P. s.
A. F. Newkirk, Marshall, st. Johns Lodge No. l..
H. Spauding, w. Batson, H. King, j. Bishop Shepard
W. D. Sparkman J. o. Fraze, B. Hansey j. M. Wright
O. McIlhenny, d. j. Nixon, W. j. King, A. j. King Robt
Nixon, s. Atkinson c. H. Alexander, Seth King. D. McM
Ian, w. S. Anderson J. Wilkinson J. l. McCaMm A. A.
Hartsfeld.
The Worshipfu Master declared the meeting called for
the purpose paying the last sad tribute of respect 70 our
deceased brother, Charles w. Nixon; when procession
formed and proceeded to the Grove where the usual
ceremonies were performed Returned to the Lodge where
upon the following resolutions offered and adopted
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased Almighty God, in his Infinite
wisdom, to take from midst worthy and well beloved
brother Charles W. Nixon, who in the prime and usefulness
of life, suddenly cut off, which forcibly reminds that
in the midst of life we are in death. Therefore
Resolved That in the death of brother Nixon Lafayette
Lodge No. SO has lost worthy member Masonry jealous
advocate, and society useful citizen and honest
ResOred That tender to the family and friends of our
deceased brother our heartfelt sympathy in this their sad
bereavement.
Resolved That the usual badge of mourning be worn
the space of thirty days.
Rd0lced That copy of the foreg going resolutions be for
warded to the family of our deceased brother.
NO further business appearing the Lodge closed in due
form.
S. BUNTING, Sec'yPT.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21

Judge Ellis and Mr.. McRae spoke at Rockingham
on the 5th inst. The attendance was not very large
but was quite attentive. The Judge fully satisfied his
friends In fact be more than met their expectations
while Mr. McRae did not do qnite 50 well as had been
anticipated.
A gentleman writing under date of May 18th, says
g have conversed with every Democrat whom l have
since the discussion. Ill., with one ercepion are
for Ellis. Mr. McRae produces no impression. He
will not even get the entire opposition vote Some old
Wings viii vote for Ellis It is the case in Anson-
Over there the Democracy is unit-the Pee Dee
country will not finch.
Mr.. McRae's main reliance will be in ATTEMPTING to
scare the people of the East by the cry of taxation
No people earth liked to pay taxes It is not
in human nature that they should. But taxes to pay
interest debts contracted by the people through their
own chosen agents. honest obligations and the peo-
pie of North Carolina will not shrink from paying their
honest debts nor having contracted these debts them
selves will they join in any scheme for the assumption
of State debts by the General Government for to this
Mr. McRae's plan in fact amounts
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w. 49,. WHITEv1LLE, May 18th, 1858.

WHITEvnLE, May 18th, 1858
To the Voters of Columbus County.
FeHoac Co,sntymen Having been frequently solici
ted by my friends in various portions of this County
become candidate to represent the County of Co
lumbus IN the next General Assembly of this State
had sgnifed my willingness to do SO this summer if the
usual preliminary steps not TAKEN in placing some
person before the people of the County for that Office
The time at which those steps have heretofore been taken
was passing away, and far had learned no efforts
We're being made to bring forward any candidate |
therefore made known to my friends and the public gen
orally that In accordance with their solicitations was
candidate. Since making this announcement 7 have
been informed that action has been taken by the party
that our fellow citizen and former representative D.
Williamson, Esq, has been brought forward as the Dem
ocratc candidate In view of this nomination and the
acceptance OF the same by Mr. Williamson and desiring
TO secure unanlmty and concert in our party which
greatly prefer to any personal ACKNOWLEDGEMENT of nv
Try, and that Of the whole country depends upon the
success OF the Democratic party and the perpetuty of
its principles have determined to withdraw from the
contest; well knowing, I do, that the opposition
would rejoice in anything which might tend to d.
vision in our ranks, the result Of which would be
disastrous, to what l believe to be the dearest in
terest of our common country. now take this meth
cd of saying to you, that am no longer candidate
for your suhrages and l also tender nv sincere
acknowledgements to those of my friends who have mani
tested desire to see elected and have expressed q
Willingness to cast their votes for me- shall ever hold
myself IN readiness to promote the Interest of the Demo
crauc party while that party it has always had, and
at present processes to have and actually dos have the
good OF the whole country in view shall at the same
ue take pleasure in contributing so far as NAV be in
my power to any measure that will promote the hann
ness and secure the welfare of the citizens of nv county
Very respectfully your fellow citizen and ott serv
JOHN Fl. STEPHENS.
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see it and check it, not indirectly and
through the agency of the General Government.
We ask of the Democrats and of all other thinking
men in North Carolina and especially in the Eastern
portion of it to reflect upon this matter We call upon
our Democratic brethren to complete their organization
" rally around the standard of their party to preserve
their principles intact We call their attention to the
Legislature That must not be neglected for that point
even more than the Governorshp the efforts of the op
nositon will be directed.
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For the Journal.
Democratic Meeting


Democratic Meeting.
According to notice, the Democrats of Piney Woods
Precinct met at the house of Joseph Eakins, Esq.,
the 18th inst
The meeting was organized by selecting W A. Lamb
Esq, Chairman, and Chas. W. Murphy as Secretary
The Chairman stated the object of the meeting tt
be the appointment of delegates to attend a County
Convention, to be held in Wilmington on Tuesday O
June County Court, to nominate a Senator and two
Commoners, to represent New Hanover county in the
next Legislature Of North Carolina.
On motion, the Chairman appointed Messrs Joseph
Eakns, Jas. T. Bland, and FL. S. Avirett Committee
who reported as follows
Resolved, That we recommend Owen Alderman, Esq.
first choice tor Senator but will sustain the nom
inee.
RESOLVED, That the Chairman be requested to appoint
three delegates to attend The Convention.
The Chairman appointed NJ G. Collins, j. M. Alder
man, and Chas. W. Murphy, delegates.
The meeting then adjourned.
W. A. LAMB, Chm.
CHAs W. MURPHY, secy.
Pursuant to notice. portion of the Democratic par
ty in Upper Black River District held meeting al
Union Academy New Hanover county, on Saturday
the 18th of May, 1858 On motion Lewis Highsmith
ESQ.,, was called to the Chair, and John w. Taylor re-
quested to act Secretary. On motion, the Chairman
appointed a committee consisting of DIR. j. B. Seavy
j. W. Taylor and Owen Fennel, who reported the fol-
lowing resolutions, which unanimously adopted
RESOLVED, That we approve Of the proposed Conven-
ton to be held in Wilmington the 9th of June next
to transact business connected with the County elections
and that the Chairman appoint three delegates to attend
the same.
Resolved, That we will support the nominees of said
Convention, they be faithful and true to the Demo-
cratic creed.
Resolved That the platform adopted by the Charlotte
Convention meets with our hearty approval.
Resolved, That the nomination of the Hon. John W.
Ellis, the Democratic candidate for Governor meets
with our approval and that pledge to him an enhu.
siastic support.
RESOLVED, That the Wilmington Journal be request
ed to publish these proceedings.
In compliance with the first resolution, the following
delegates appointed to attend said Convention viz
John A. Corbett, James Kerr and Owen Fennel
L. HIGHSMITH, Chm
J. W. TAYLOR, Sec'y
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Democratic District Mcetings-Plense Read'

We respectfully urge upon our fellow Democrats IN
the several districts of this county, in which district
meetings have not yet been held for the appointment of
delegates to the County Convention to hold meetings
either tomorrow Saturday, May 22d) Or on satur-
day of next week. May 29th) 1t is very desirable that
every district should be fully and fairly represented DO
give one day to your country and your party. Let us
be organized and united.
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For the Journal
To the Voters Of Ne0 Hanover County:
FELLOW. CITIZENS: Two years ago, the Democratic
County Convention selected me one of its candidates @
member of the House of Commons in the General Az
sembly. 1t becoming my duty, I then announced nv
self for your surages you generously gave me almost
unanimous support. II felt then, do now, and ALWAYS
SHALL deep sense of gratitude for marked an evdrra
of your esteem and confidence Having served Won IN
the capacity for which you elected me, and the conv
ton that the service rendered. satisfactory to Won
IS sourse OF much qualification to me. 1t might, /
humble as myself would be DESTROYS of retaining posi-.
ton so honorable yet for reasons unnecessary to h.
made public, must respectfully decline reelection
Hoping the Convention ito meet in Wilmington on
Tuesday of June Court may appoint good and true
men, in every way worthy of your confidence and Gy
competent for the public service who may receive The
whole strength of our party's vote, I am,
Your grateful servant
ROBERT H. TATE
SuI's CREEK Nav 17th 1873
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21

A meeting of the Democratic voters of the two Gap
tains districts of the Town of Wilmington Will be held
at the Court House in said Town. Tuesday evening"
May 23d, at O'Clock, to appoint three delegates from
each Captains district to the Democratic County Con
vention to be held in Wilmington, on Tuesday of June
County Court A full attendance is earnestly desired
MANY DEMOCRATS.
Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1858-05-21

QUEBEC, May 1.-THE steamer North America ar
rived off River Du Loup at 10 o'clock this morning.
She has Liverpool dates to the 9Th of May.
The steamer North Star arrived out on the 1st inst
and the steamer America on the Sd.
The debate in Parliament on the resolution relative
the government of India was progressing.
A resolution endorsing the union of the Danuban
Princpalities rejected in the House of Commons
by large majority.
The French Legislature has adopted the budget Lately
submitted by the government.
The ENJOYS of the leading powers have requested the
German Diet to consider the proposition of Denmark REL
alive to the Duchies.
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A. J. JOHNSON, Sec'y.


At special meeting of st. Johns Lodge, No. ITO, held
at the Lodge Room, in Smthvle ON Tuesday morning
May 18th, A D., 1885, A. L. 1858, the following preamble
and resolutions unanimously adopted
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased the Grand Master of the Uni
to from midst esteemed brother John
Sears: Therefore.
ResolUed That have learned with heartfelt sorrow
the decease of Brother Sears whose character hon
orabe man and upright Mason inspired the warmest regard
in the community, and especially among the members
this Lodge.
ResoUed That We deeply sympatbise with the bereaved
widow and relatives of deceased brother and earnestly
commend them to Him who tempers the wind to the shorn
lamb, for that solace which He alone can give.
Resoued, That a further mark of respect for de-
ceased brother, will the usual badge of mourning
for thirty days.
Resolued further, That the Secretary furnish copy
these proceedings the widow of Brother Sears that
he also send copies to the Wilmington papers for pubca
ton. p. PRIOLEAtJ. Sec'y DrO tenn.
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S. R. BUNTING, Sec'y P. 7,
Lafayette Lodge No. 81,

The following Resolutions were offered and adopted Na
8th, 1858.
WHEREAS, it has pleased the Great Architect of the uni
in his infinite wisdom, to snatch from time into ete
ty, while away from home, soournng stranger strange
land, and just manhood and usefulness following
the footsteps of YOUTH worthy and esteemed brother
Joseph I. Murrill. Be it therefore
Resoued That we have with pain heard the melancholy
of the death of Bro Murri and by it feel that
cety has lost useful member, the community honest
upright citizen, and the members of this Lodge avore
brother; and that offer to his family heartfelt sym.
patty in this their sad bereavement.
ReSoUed, That the members of this Lodge the usual
badge of mourning for thirty days.
Resolued That copy of these proceedings be sent to the
family of deceased brother and copy Whining
Herald and Journal for publication.
E. w. WARD, W. NJ.
A, j. JOHNSON. Sec'y.
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B We have heard people ask frequently of late days
what had become of John c. Fremont. We notice that
he arrived with his family at San Francisco the 18th
day of April He proceeding to tie mining regions
and intended to remain some months in California.
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SUPERIOR CoURr.-The trial of Tom, slave OF a.
A. Mcclellan, Esq, for assault with intent to cOnl
rape, resulted in his acquittal. -
Another Tom, slave Of John Bell, tried for burglar
ously entering and stealing from the store Of T. =
Nixon Esq, at Khgsbury, was found guilty OF IarcsG
but acquitted of burgarons intent" Solicitor stras'
for State; w. B. Wright Esq, for prisoner. - ..;os
Hugh Barley, from one Of the Western Coun DIo5
was convicted of bigamy, branded whipped and a
that time The Solicitor for the State; R. Bu1 Su
and B. R. Huske, Esqs for the defence (asSlgnea w
the Court Barley is reported to have five wives ~"
living. h. tb5
The trial of Quash for murder, vas continued p' -
State. p,re
Hinnant Fanlk and B. A. Howell whose case - al
removed from Robson, and who escaped from the "p
of that county, have not been arrested. ..a
Fayetteville Observer, LIN "S"
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Judge Ellis,s APPOINTMENT.

JUuge ,,,,. :,
We publish below the first appointments OF Judge Fms o
the campaign. Other and further appointments VIII De al
nounced in due time. ~
Judge Ellis the Democratic candidate for Governor Will
address the people at the following times and places
Monroe Union County, Tuesday, 18th May
marlborough, Arson, Thursday, 18th "
Rockingham, Richmond Saturday, 18th q
Lumberton, Robson, Tuesday 18th "
Fayetteville Cumberland, Thursday goth sc
Clinton, Sampson, Saturday, 22d s.
Kenansvile, Dupn, Monday, oath g
Mosely Hail. Lenoir, Wednesday, 26th "
Snow Hill Greene, Friday, 28th
Greenville, Pitt, Monday, 3lst /"