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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
A YELLOW FEVER JOKE.

The Mobile Advertiser of the 10Th, tells the
following good story of notorious practical joker
of that city, yclept 'Straigbt- back-Dick." Dick
was at the wharf one day last week, when one of
the up river boats arrived. He watched closely
the countenancc Of each passenger as he stepped
from the plank upon the wharf and at length
fastened his gaze upon an individual, who, from
his appearance and manners, considerably
nearer Mobile than he had ever been before. He
was evidently i'll at ease, and had probably heard
the reports which rife in the country relative
to the hundreds dying in Mobile every hour from
yellow fever. The man started off towards Damphn
street, carpet sack in hand, but had not proceeded
far when a heavy hand was laid upon his shoulder,
and he suddenly stopped. Upon turning round,
he met the cold, serious cOuntenance of Dick, and
it seemed tie send thrill of terror throughout his
whole frame. After looking at him steady for
about minute, Dick slowly calculated:
ayes, you the man. Stand straight
With fear visible in his countenance, the poor
fellow essayed to do as commanded.
Straghter yet" said Dick. ''There, that will
do" and taking from his pocket small tape
measure he stopped down and measured him from
the sole of his boot to the crown of his hat, took
pencil and carefully noted the height in his
pocket book, to the utter of the stranger;
after which he measured him across the shoulders,
and again noted the dimensions. He then looked
the stranger firmly in the face and said:
"Sir, l am very sorry that it is SO, but [ really
will not be able to finish it for you before morning"
''Finish WHAT" asked the stranger, endeavoring
in vain to appear calm.
"Why your coffin, to be surei You see, l am the
city undertaken, and the people are dying here so
fast, that can hardly supply the demand for
collins. You will have to wait until your turn
comes, which will be tomorrow morning-say
about o'clock.
"But what the ID do want with coffin?
have no idea of DYING
"Youhavn't Ell? Sir, you will not live two hours
and half. | see it in your countenance.-Why
even now, you have pan-a slight pain--in your
back"
"Yyes, Ibclieve h-have," replied the trembling
hoosier.
EXACTLY" said Dick; ''and in your limbs, tool!
"Ies, stranger, you're right, aud begin to feel
1t In the back of my neck and head"
''Of course you do and unless you do something
for it, you'll be dead in a short time assure YOU
Take my advice, now, go back aboard the boat
swallow down gill of brandy, get into your
state-room and cover up with blankets Stay there
till you pcrspire freely, then leave here like
lightning
llOosier hurried on board the boat, and followed
Dicks instructions to the letter. He says he never
will forget the kindness of the tall man in Mobile
who gave him such good advice
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
DIR. CHAMPIONS
gesabRe A"Ue Pills

safe and certain for Chils and Fever or Fever
and Ague in all its complicated forms, and also an
eecual remedy for Fcyers of every description This
medicine perfectly safe and harmless in its effects
and may be given with perfect safety to persons of all
ages 1t never fails to effect when taken accord
ing to directions accompanying each box. 1t is purely
vegetable containing no deeterious drugs mineral
medicines of any kind.
DIR. CHAMPIONS Anti-Billious, Anti
Dyspeptic, Purifying and Cathartic Pills-The
most reliable and safe remedy in Liver Complaint Dvs
pepsa CostivenesS, Sick headache, Sick stomach bill
louS habits indigestion, and all that class diseases
arising from diSordered condition of the stomach
bowels, blood or liver. 1t is entirely vegetable and
contains deeterious drug medicine and is one of
the best cathartics recommended.
Price, 25 cents per box.
For sale by f. Scarf Co. and by F. NJ Ross Charlotte
F. NJ. Swyer i Co., Proprietors,
June IA, 1853 Belleyille, Illinois.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
Sewing Machines.

Having been convinced that the public required a
Machine competent to do all kinds family Sewing at
price within the reach of every family, take pleasure
in saying that have now produced one which has
been pronounced by competent judges the very best
machine in market for the price. For simplicity of
construction durability and the neaness with which it
performs its work, it cannot fail to give satisfaction
We respectfully invite you to call and examine them.
FISHER l. BURROUGHS.
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PO q IT I O q u .
From the Episcopal Register.
THE INFIDEL AND HIS DAUGHTER.


THE INFIDEL AND HIS DAUGHTER
Suggested by reading description of the scene
between the brave old Gen. Ethan Allen ana ms
daughter, on the eve of her death, when she asked
the stern infdel in whose faith he would have her
to die-his or her mothers
The damps of death are coming fast,
My father, DER my brow;
The past with all its scenes has fed,
And must turn me now
To that dim future which in vain,
My eyes seek to descry;
Tell me, my father, in this hour,
In whose belief to die.
Gin thine? I've watched thy scornful smile,
And heard thy whitening tone,
Whence the Christians humble hope
Was placed above thine own;
I've heard thee speak of coming death
Without shade Of gloom,
And laugh at all the childish fears
That cluster round the tomb.
"Or is it in my mothers faith
How fondly do 1 trace
Through many weary year long past
That calm and sanity face Il!
How often do | call to mind,
Now she's beneath the sod,
The place, the hour, in which she drew
My early thoughts to God
"Twas then she took this sacred book,
And from its burning page
Read how its truths support the soul
In youth and failing age;
And babe me in its precepts live,
And by its precepts die,
That might share home of love
In worlds beyond the sky.
only father, shall look above,
Amid this gathering gloom,
To him whose promises of love
Extend beyond the tomb
Or curse the Being who hath blessed
This checkcred path of mine?
Must | embrace my mothers faith
Or die, my sire, in thine %
The frown upon that warrior brow
Passed like cloud away,
And tears coursed down the rugged check,
That flowed not till that day.
"Not, not in mine ~ with choking voice,
The skeptic made reply
"13ut in thy mothers holy faith
My daughter, mayst thou die II
EAsTON, MD. c. c. G.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
PROF. DE GRATH's PRACTICE

Sheriff cured in night by De Gras Electric Oil
LETTER FROM DR.. KEYSER.
Pitsburg May Goth lS36.--PRoF. DE GRATH 80
South Eighth St. PHIL have a remarkable cure.
Deputy Sheriff Kerr, of Pttsburg had very swollen
and painful hand. | applied the oil personally, which
others afflicted with rheumatism in which the results
were most satisfactory. Truly yours
GEO. II. KEYSER
Great Cures-Cifzens Read.
Rheumatism.-Nr Joseph Barte, Myrtle Street
says the Electric Oil cured him Immediately.
Pies.-Charles Sexton, Esq, ex-Mayor of Camden
says six applications cured him. Also cured his Rhcu-
ma tiSm. .,
Neuragia.-Mr David Mann, 400 Vine Street saws
he great sufferer, but the oil cured him. So says
Grant Esq. 81 North Eight Street.
Croup-This Oil is infallible for Group. Ask lady
at the Girard House.
CAUTION.-Therc numerous limitations sprung up
the reputation that my article has acquired. The
public must beware They worthless
Philadelphia, Sept LIST, 1856.
Prof. De Grath Dear Sir-I must inform You of
the great benefit patient of mine has experienced from
the application ofyour Electric Oil The case was that
of girl of eight years of age who terribly afflicted
with screfula and discharge from the knee The leg
became contracted literally bury the heel in the
hip 1t had been in this for twelve months
and finding nothing in the whole '.Mtteria Medical to
have any effect give relief, finally procured a
bottle of your Electric OIL and gave it the mother
directing her TO apply it to the parts along
traced snews which had the effect of making the leg
nearly one-fourth straight in abount six hours The
application of the Oil continued for about three
weeks using only six bottles; and the leg is nearly
perfectly straight. JOHN Fl. McEWIN, NJ. D..
1872 CallowlIiIl Street
For Sale in Charlotte by Dr. E, Nye Hutchison & Co.
Nov %. 1853
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21

rag A good joke is told of an Irish friend OF
Mr. Buchanan's, who paid him visit few days
ago. in the course of which the President took
pains to assure the visitor that he was not In the
field az candidate for reelection. The HlbernIan
looked at him and said: "ln faith and believe
YOU are not, for nobody in region says one word
in your favor because you have no more offices to
confer.
BE- The appearance of the comet created an
immense sensation in Egypt. For several days all
business and labor at stand still, the
inhabitants believing that it foreboded some great
calamity
A son of Erin, while hunting for rabbits, came
across iackass in the woods, and shot him.
"By me soul he exclaimed; "Ive kilt the father
of all the rabbits"
BSs- Two thousand mackerel were taken in one
haul off Provincctown, sMass., last week, and IN
three nights ten thousand were taken.
Cash helps along counting amazingly-it is
astonishing what it will do towards expanding the
feminine heart and getting into the fathers house
A WISE NoBLEMAN.-HenryV VIII. designed
to send nobleman on embassy to Francis L. at
a very dangerous juncture; but he begged to be
excused saving that such threatening message to
so hot-headed prince as Francis |. might go near
to cost him his life
'sFear not" said old Harry off the French King
should offer to take away your life, would re-
venge you by taking off the heads of many French
men in my power"
"But among all these heads replied the noble
man. sthere NAV not be one to fit my shoulders.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
The Great English Remedy.

SIR JAMES CLARKE'S CELEBRATED
FEMALE PILLS,
FROM PRESCRIPTION OF SIR j. CLARKE. NJ d.
PHYSICIAN EXTRAORDINARY QUEEN.
THIS well known medicine is no imposition but a
L and safe remedy for Female Difficulties and
distractions, from any whatever; and although
powerful remedy they contain nothing hurtfu to the
constitution. To MARRIED LADIES it is peculiarly
suited
These Pills have never been known to fail where the
Directions the I'd page of Pamphlet are well observ
ed. For full particulars get pamphlet gratis, of the
Agent
N. B.-Sl and postage stamps enclosed to any
thOrized Agent, will insure bottle, containing over so
Pills by return mail.
Sold in Charlotte by F. SCARF 4 CO, sole Agents
and by IIaviland Stevenson Co., Charleston Whole
sale agents
March 2 1858.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21

FEN1E American : pOrtsman containing hints to
II SpOrtsmen. notes on shooting, and the habits of
the Game Birds and Wild Fowl of America, by LEWIS
The Golden Legacy; Story Of LIES Phases
Rills from the Fountain OF Life Sermons to Chill
drcn, by Rev. r. Newton, d. ID.
The Daisy Chain, Aspirations; Family Chronicle
ShOepac Rccollections Way-Sde Glimpse of Amer
lean Life, by WALTAR MARCH.
Kathie Brande Fireside History of Quiet Life, by
IIoLME LEE
Household Mysteries, by LIZZIE PITr.
Ell Gringo, or New Mexico and her People
Paul Fame by \. p. WILLIS.
Neva, the War Of the Peasants and the Conscript
two interesting IOmances bound in Volume.
The Napoleon Dynasty, the History of the Bona
Pare Family; an entirely new work, by the Berkeley
Men, with twenty-five authentic Portraits.
=. J. LOUVRE.
January !, 1858 39-tf
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21

4 fer short Extracts from Letters Testimonials, &c.
II have used Jacobs Cordial in my family and have
found it most efficient, and in my Judgment vau-
able remedy. Hon. HIRAM WARNER,
Judge of Supreme Court, Ga.
ait gives me pleasure III being able to recommend
Jacobs COrdia my personal experience, and the
experience of my neighorS and friends around me- is
sufficient guarantee for believe it be all that
it purportS to be, viz: a sovereign remedy.
WIN. H. UNDERWOOD,
Formerly Judge of Superior Court Cherokee Circuit"
81 take great pleasure in recommending this nvaua
BILE medicine all afflicted with bowel Diseases for
which believe it to be sovereign medy-decidedly
superior to anything ever tried by NE.
a. \. GAULDIxG,
Deputy G. NJ of the Grand Lodge of Ga"
81 have used Jacobs Cordial in my family and this
with ali hear about it remedy by those who have
tried it, induces to believe that it stands the head
of every preparation of the kind. and would recon-
mend its in the diseases for which is compounded
MILES G. DoBBIxs,
Cashier of the State Bank of Georgia Griffin"
" If there is any credibility in human testimony ia
eobs Cordial must stand preeminent above all other
preparations for the of Bowel Diseases From the
of testimony in its favor coming from all quar-
tiers, it be far in advance curative agent of
most If not all other patent preparations.
A FLEMING,
Cashier Marine and Fire Insurance Bank Griffin
u This efficient remedy is travelling into celebrity as
fast as BOnaparte pushed his columns into Russia and
gaining commentator wherever used -Georqid Je6er-
sonian, Nay l9th 1853.
BsA- Sold by J. ASHUIST, Charleston s. c. I'M
porter and Wholesale Druggist who will supply the
trade) and by Druggists everywhere.
Nov. 10, 1858. ly-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
DIR. CHAMPIONS Anti-Billious, Anti
CHICKERING & SONS
Medal III

The subscriber, resident of Wilmington, n c. being
agent for the above Frmhe only that has receiv-
ed 81 different Prize Medals at different State Fairs
invites the attention of purchasers he sells the
Boston Cash Prices showing II different STYLES of
Pianos varying frCm 1925 to $1,000.
EsE5@ Pianos tuned and repaired.
T. A BOHNSTEDT
Wilmington, Aug 81, 1868. ly
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
FURNISHING GOODS,

Consisting in part of Linen white and fancy Marsees
Shirts, Merino Undershrts Jeans and Merno Drawers
Cravats, Gloves, Hosiery, &c.
FCLLINGS, SPRINGS l. co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
q CARO-.
GlRR 0E19DRA[lOG

TENHE undersigned Agent will receive applications
IL for INSURANCE in the NORTH CAROLINA MU
TUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY.
This Company is the oldest in the State, and has
been in successful operation for several years. Its
moderate, and all losses promptly adjusted
Persons wishing to insure their lives or the lives
of their Slaves in this Company will call the Office
of the Agent at the Bank of the State.
ESIy% SLAVES Insured for TWO-THIRDS of their
VALUE.
THOS W. DEWEY, Agent.
January II, 1853. ly.pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
Great Southern Remedy.
Jacobs Cordial.

For ALL BOWEL DISEASES CHOLERA, DYSENTERY, DIARR-
HGA, CHOLERA MORBUs, BILIOUS collie, CHOLERA
FANTUM. Also ADMIRABLY ADAPTED TO MANY DIS
EASES OF FEMALES, most especially painful menstrual
ton
require encomums.
lst 1t cures the worst of DiarhGa,
I'd 1t cures the worst forms of Dysentery,
Sd 1t cures California Mexican Diarrhna,
4th 1t relieves the Severest collie
9Th 1t cures cholera morbus,
9th 1t cholera nfantum,
7th It cures painful menstruation,
Sth 1t relieves pain in back and loins,
9th 1t cOunteractS nervousness and dependency
10th 1t restores irregularities,
18th 1t diSpclS gloomy and hysterica feelings.
18th It's admirable tonic
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-21
HATS AND CAPS.

Learys Black Silk Hats black and fancy cashmere
Hats: black and brown Cloth navy, silk, cotton velvet
and silk oil cloth Caps, prices that defes competi-
ton. FCLLINGS, SPRINGS L co.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
0BIT U A RV.
DIED at his brothers residence, near silyorton.

DIED Mt his brothers residence, Silverton on
the 18th December, Mr.. ]. ELDRED SlMklNS, in the
39th year of his age.
Mr. STAKIHs was one of TINT family of Old Edge
field, which have long been noted for high tone rs
gentlemen for social virtues, and for intellectual gts
His own character and performances have added lus-
trc to his distinguished name and reputation to his
State. Mr.. SMxISs among the earliest to tender
his services in the Mexican War; and was enrolled IN
Company "D." Brooks Company Of the Palmetto
Regiment. Vigorous and hardy, he marched and
fought throughout the campai gn, mngling in all the
scenes of hardship and suffering, and participating in
tho oroic combats and splendid victories in which his
gallant Regiment WAS engaged. The march hence 10
Mobile-thc concentration Mt Lobos lsland-the dc.
burkation and capture of Vera Cruz-the dreadful
tramp over burning sands to Alrurndo and back,
which destroyed of the Pamettoes than the ene-
my's balls did-the struggle at Contreras-the une-
DUAL and bloody, but glorious battle of Chnrubusco
Portalis)-in all these sINKINs bore an unshrnking
and accomplishing part Cheerful Ell Toufe-)oVlal
and genial in bivounc-intrepid nmid the blaze of
mnsketry-and withal, most unassuming md modest,
he excrted the best influence the dropping spirits
of the weary and aided to stimulate in his comrades
that dspay of lofty courage and ndomtable tenacl-
ty which won the admiration of the Army, and is now
inscribed imperishably on the page Of history.
When General Quitman called on the Palmsttoes
for volunteers to Join the orlorn hope in his ataek
on Chaputepec, SaKrss was the first one to step ont
Of ranks and called to his friends to "come on, VINO
promptly followed the example. Among the soven
Palmettoes who united in that desperate charge,
through showers of balls and to tho cannons mouth
SMEIys alone escaped unhurt. Walking about while
the enomy we're still firing, he asked what he was
after and to seek cover. "No," said he, ~ am
looking for my friend Watson, who is wounded to
give him drink, and I'll find him if am killed for
it." Ec was ut the causeway, at the Garita, and
through tho concluding drama. His Commanding
General pronounced him the best soldier he had ever
seen. Such commendation from Gen. Quitman, speaks
the discerning officer and the meritorous subordinate
and speaks too, on eulogium of which any soldier
should DO proud.
To the bravery of the soldier-and no one was ever
more fearless Mr. SIKIys united those noble, social
traits which touch the sympathetic chord of his kind
and command nm unfaltering attachment He was
amiabe, generous to fault true in his friendships
playful and entertaining in his intercourse, and ster
dsarmsd hostility while the qualities Of his heart
endeared him to circle Of ardent friends II.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
FACTS, WITHOUT COMMENT.
THE PUBLIC SHOULD H.NO " THEM

THE PUBLIC SHOULD HNO W THEM
New York; October 10, 1852.
Jlrs Hardy, No. ll9 SuGoik street, writes us that
sho has been troubled with worms for some three
years and that shc useda rialof Dr. NLanes CsleLra-
ted Vermtuge prcpnredby Fleming Bros, Pittsburgh,
Pa., which brought away over ty large Worms. Her
usual good health Immediately returned.
!Mrs. Qayby, No. 1872 Esscr sfreet Nev York, under
date of November 23 1852, writes US that she had
child which had been unwel for better thnn two
months. She procured bottle of MLanes Vermi-
fuge, and administered it. The child passed large
quantity of worms, and in few days was us hearty
as ever it had been. Parents with such testimony
before them, should not hesitate when there s any
reason to suspect worms md lose time in procur
ing and administering Dr. MLanc's Vermifuse. 1t
never fails, and is perfectly safe.
~" Purchasers will be careful to ask for DIR.
M'LANES CELEBRATED LIVER PILLS, manu.
facturcd by FLEMING BROS, of Pittsburgh, Pa.
All other Liver Pills in comparison nre worthless.
Dr.. MLane's genuine Liver Pills, also his celebrated
Vermifuse, can now be had at all respectable drug
stores. None genuine withom the signature Of
SO FLEMING BROS.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-01-06
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

@r WE learn from the Carolina Times, that the
of one dollar per share.
NGrA New York merchant informs the Herald
that he set dozen of the c!amorous unemployed at
work. eight hours per day for $l25 and after he had
paid them their first days wages they told him they
would see him Id before they would work for such
wages"
MD- The steam frigrate Niagara has been detailed
to assist in laying the tcegrahic cable The President
and Mr. Secretary Toucey are understood to be very
favorable to the enterprise.
Es-W We have few particulars Of tho election in
Kansas. Tho vote at Lecompton stood 23s for tho
Constitution with slavery to against it. Many Mis-
sourians, it is sad present and voted. Rumors
wore current in tho Territory that Gov Denver had
ordered the arrest of Gen. Jim Lane
ny- Meetings of the citizens of New Orleans and
Mobile have been held and resolutions passed consul
ring the administration for the arrest of Gen. Walker
demanding his restoration to Nicaragua; and urg-
ing the repeal of the neutrality laws. Prominent
democrats denounco the Intervention of our govern
ment in invading Nicaragua rs outrageous.
ls- The Democratic representatives in Congress
from the State of Now York are unanimously in favor
of Mr.. Buchanan's Kansas policy.
@r recent act Of the legislature Of Georgia, in-
creases the salaries of the Governor and tho Judges
of the Supreme and Superior Courts. 1t rniscs the
salary of tho Governor to four Thousand dollars;
Judges of tho Supreme Court three thousand fire
hundred dollars each; Judges of the Superior Court
tao thonssnd FIVE hundred dollars.
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