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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

HoMICIDE.--We learn that free negro by the
name of Dick Martin was killed in the southwestern
part of CASTOR county, on the 10th inst, on the
Yorkville Road, by named Newton Floyd.
1t appears that Martin, the deceased, gave man
who was in company with Floyd drink of liquor,
but did not offer any to Floyd, whercuPon he
jumped from his horse and plunged a knife into
the breast of the negro, killing him Immediately
Floyd has been arrested and is now in Jail.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

Rag- 1t will be seen by advertisement that the
Bank of Charlotte has declared semi-annua divi-
dcnd of four per cent. We learn that the affairs
of the Bank are in goOG condition; in fact they
have never been otherwise, notwithstanding the
false reports circulated by brokers in certain quar-
tiers. Mr. NJ. p. Pegram, very competent gen.
tlenan, has recently been elected Cashier of the
INSTITUTION
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

IA We have received from the publisher,
J. NJ. Henderson, Esq, Of Chapel Hill, Memoir
of the Rev Elisha Mitchell, D. D., late Professor
in the N. c. University. 1t is handsomely printed
and contains likeness of the Professor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

gdT The election in Wake comfy to fill Mr.
Haywoods seat in the Commons, (who was de-
clared ineligible in consequence of his holding the
office of Clerk and Master in Equity,) will take
place on Thursday next, 30th inst. Henry Nor
decai, Esq, is candidate for the place.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

MELANCHOLY OCCURRENCE-An accident of
a lamcntable nature happened in CASTOR county on
the 4th inst. On that day Mr. VIM. Hill, overseer
for Mr. VIM. l. Stowe, started to a concert meeting
at New Hope Church. and while on the road his
horse ran off with him and threw him against tree,
fracturng his skull and causing death in short
time Mr. Hill was about 80 years old, and sus-
tanned a first rate character in his neighborhood.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

RS5~ Albert Pike of Arkansas (the long bearded
and queer behaved gentleman) is not dead, but
still liveth, and will probably attend all the hum
bugging Commercial conventions vet to be held
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

PRoGREss OF THE AGE-The wonderful achieve
ments in Science and the Mechanic Arts are by
no means at a stand-still 1--WE say nothing of the
Cable Lyiny-stillD As evidence of this profound,
philosophical assertion, We state the interesting,
not to say joyful not to say wonderful fact, that
We have scen from the Foundry of Mr. j. A. Fox,
(where they make Steam engines, Chimney-backs,
Pots, iron-ware, &C., pair of Androns with a
front patterned AFTER and presenting bird'seye
view Of St Pauls Church, London J.! Moreover,
they can he taken in pieces, knocked in pieces,
kicked in pieces and otherwise disposed of for the
purpose of moving they are made of iron, and
are therefore durable to have about fire
than GOOD. Try a couple
We are much obliged to Mr. Fox for the first
pair manufactured at his shop.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

pa% The South Carolina Legislature adjourned
on Tuesday last, after session Of four weeks The
bill to aid the Blue Ridge Railroad was defeated
in the Senate by 3 majority against it.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
To Hire,

On the lst January next at the Public Square in Char
lotte, Is 20 NEGROES, belonging to Mary A.,
minor heir of the late Rev. John Williamson.
J. NJ. HUTCHINSON,
Dec. IA. 1853. st Guardian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
LAND For SALE.

Two Hundred Acres of fine farming Land, lying on
the line of the Charlotte and South Carolina Railroad,
is offered for sale. Terms will be made accommodating.
For further particulars apply to
SAML. A. HARRIS.
December %, 1885, If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
Agricultural Meeting.

meeting of the Mecklcnburg Agricultural Society
will be held in Charlotte the 9Th Saturday in January
(being County Court weekly at o'clock. A full attend
ance i. requested, Officers to be elected and
other important business transacted.
Dec ii. 1858. A. Ii. DAVIDSON, Pres't.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

will SELL on the Both day ofDccember, the House
Lot in Charlotte belonging to the late Rev Cyrus john
ston ALSO about 70 Of Land living miles north
west of Charlotte. ID. X. DUNLAP, c. Z.
December 81 1853
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
NEGROES WANTED.

Il l8 years old, for which the highest price in cash
will be paid. SAML A. HARRIS.
Dec. %, 1853. If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

ra= 1t is announced in Texas that Gen. Sam.
Houston will be candidate for Governor at the
next election. The General was defeated by Gov.
Runnels at the last election.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

- Our Store will be closed from the
~ 9th instant until the LIST day of January, 1850.
Dec %, 1858 BROWN STITT & co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
Davidson College,
Dec 81 lShS-


The subscriber has a negro MAN and negro WOMAN
for hire The woman is a first rate Cook, Washer and
rOner.
ct D. II. HILL
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
NOTICE.

1 will sell at public auction, on Thursday the 3oth
instant at the residence of the late Rev C. Johnston
d. d. in the town Of Charlotte. Household and Kitchen
Furniture Library of valuable Books, &C., &c.
At the time | will sell q valuable NEGRO
WOMAN. A credit will be given.
JOS. Ii. WILSON, Admir-
Dec. Z, 1858. 1t with the Will annexed.
N. BAH persons indebted the Estate are re-
qnested to pay up; and those having claims request
ed to present them for payment this notice will DO
plead in bar of their recovery.
JOS II. WILSON, Admir-.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

Dec. p, 1888.
The Board of Directors have declared dividend of
Two Dollars per Share upon the Capital Stock of this
Bank (being at the rate of per cent per annum)
able to stockholders ORDER and after the First
Monday in January, 1859. NJ. p. PEGRAM,
1t Cashier,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28

@)~s We are authorized to announce +. G..
EkAA~A ELMS candidate for the Office of Town
Constable at the ensuing election the I'd Saturday
in January. Dec 81 1853.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-12-28
R~ Application will be made to the

11PP1rOucrO11 DO 70 tr1C
present session of the General Assembly of North Caro-
lima to charter company to brew and dis malt Beer
in the town of Charlotte or vicinity. Dec %.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30
gsb 0rlsans 9ailp Grsstsnt.
SATURDAY MORNING. JANUARY 80, 1855.
Talk on Change.


Not much offered for comment and talk YESTERDAY.
Business on the streets was so So as they say in the
bank parlor. On the levee It was very active. Our
marine register denotes many arrivals Of steamboats,
with full loads of produce The prospects are that
the receipts Of produce from the West will be larger
than ever before. The cheapest and most convenient
mode for forwarding the vast productions Of the
great West to foreign markets is via the city OF New
Orleans twill be fully demonstrated this season.
There was not much said about cotton Yesterday.
The Canada's adyces have been duly considered on,
and buyers do not seem anxious to venture They
assert that the shipments now going forward will lose
i've dollars per bale or more. There does not seem
to be much confidence expressed that prices will be
governed by the supply Of production. However, as
they have On the other side been acting under the
estimates of crop Of 100000 bales, they may
change their views when those figures have to be re-
placed by $500 900. On the other hand their twelve
weeks supply in Liverpool on the 31st Of December
would last till the 1st of April. Then the receipts
from the lst of January to the lst Of April would
answer the demand till the st of June or beyond so
that the question Of stand for the next crop may yet
have bearing on the future. Undoubtedly with the
present estimates prevailing here, cotton would
greatly advance il any facilities could be realized or
encouragement given in the way Of raising money to
invest As it is, banks bankers and capitalists hold
out none whatever. The banks are prohibited from
advancing Others are timid, with reduced reserves
Of the needul and cannot do much only from day to
day, and finally the cotton trade must be largely de-
pendent on the course the English market assumes.
The following is an extract from circular for
warded from New York by the Africa for Liverpool
last week. 1t will be seen the New York Bears are
using every effort to depress the foreign markets:
The estimates are generally below 5000 900 bales
IN the South, and the advices received during the
past few days are stronger the subject than any
previous time this season. notice, however that
faith in crop of less than 5000 900 is founded
almost entirely upon the deficiency in the receipts as
compared with the last season. In this city there is
more disposition to adopt reduced estimate and
perhaps 100000 to 100000 bales may be con
sidered fair standard Of the opinion here on the
subject.
There was no mail yesterday via Mobile. There
VIII be due this morning the mails of the 22d, 23d
and 24th inst from NewYork possibly the European
mails by the Europa may come through, she having
arrived at New York on the Gath.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

BLOODY TRAGEDY.-0n the 18th, in Nansemond
county, Va, negro slave attacked and murdered a
widow woman named Holland in her own house he
then proceeded towards the residence of Mr.. w.
Jones, whom he met on the way and killed with a
club, mangling his head in a shocking manner. He
next went to the house of Mr.. Urish Rawls who met
him outside and fired upon him twice with double
barreled shot gun. The small shot with which the
piece was charged did not have much effect upon the
negro, bnt Rawls knocked him down with the breech
The negro afterwards ran into swamp, but was
pursued and shot dead.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

The BIRTHPLACE OF WAsHINGTON.-Both branches
OF the Virginia Legislature have passed bill pro-
vdng for the conveyance to the State of Virginia of
the birthplace of Washington, and the home and
graves of his progenitors in America The adoption
OF this measure may be regarded as patriotic pre-
lude to the consummaon Of the noble enterprise in
which the Ladies' Mount Vernon Association is en-
gagged. The bill appropriates IS 600 to enclose the
places with an iron fence, aud to erect substantial
tablets to commemorate for the rising generation
those notable spots" as required by Lewis W. Wash
ington in his offer of conveyance.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

FROM THE MARouEsAs IsLANDs.-Dispatches were
recently received in Paris from the Marquesas Islands,
They announce that Admiral Lugeol had arrived
from France in the port of Tato Haze on the 18th of
August and having been informed that the trihe of
Tap Vah, the only one which still continues to eat
human flesh, had advanced to the territory of the
French mission, and attempted to seize two young
women for the purpose of sacrificing them to the
names of their deceased chief, the Admiral deter
mined to punish their audacity. He landed force
of marines and attacked and burned large number
of villages the inhabitants fleeing into the forests
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

MELANCHOLY AFFAIR.-Mrs. Margaret Lyons a
woman thirtyve years of age and the mother of four
children, committed suicide in Chicago on the 18th
under singular circumstances. She was the prose-
cutting witness upon the trial of two colored men,
who were indicted on charge of assaultng her with
intent to commit rape. During the trial some OF
the witnesses for the defense gave her. falsely as she
asserted, very bad character and the jury rendered
verdict of not guilty without leaving their seats.
She Immediately declared that as her character was
gone she did not wish to live any longer and accord
ingly put period to her existence by taking laud-
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

SHOCKING AFFAIR.-A dreadful affair occurred on
the zlst about nine miles from Covington, Ky. A
young negro belonging TO Mr.. Miles Marcus, during
the absence OF the family took the little daughter Of
Mr.. Marcus, aged seven years. into the woods near
the house. and after violating her beat her brains out
with club and threw the lifeess corpse into well
II was thought that summary vengeance would be
taken on the monster.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30
:. Leul-Iana E-u,.,atarn.


B Tos RoUeK, Wednesday jan 27--Ssnaf, Nr
FnHhpe introduced resolution requesting the Gov
ernor Of this State to forward u the Executive o the
2sale oi Texas, copy OF the bill providing for the
Passed. "s A'ef'
Mr. Hyams presented a memorial with an act IN
suinoIlze tbe Chamber Of Commerce Of the eity a.
,, o.lsans % appoint Flour Inspectors. Referred
Mr.. Withers introduced bill 10 promote the re-
eemptlon and improvement Of sea, marsh Iands Re-
ierred 70 Commttee on Swamp Lands
a. "l. Eyans lntfodnced resolution to aatherize
lhe Attorney General 70 institute suit araipsf the
Louisiana State Bank, To disconsinue ifs Eraneh ar
ated n Camp street, New Orleans. Referred 10
Mr.. Ladlaw introduced bin 10 amend ths AZ -
iative 10 surveyors, passed March isfk. Isks. Re-
ferred to Committee on Lands and Levees
Mr.. Tpeker introduced the following resolutions
ISL RssofUsd, That we consider the recent con
duct OF Commodore Paglding in capturing American
emigranis On foreign soil and abdacting them there
from, TO Be gross violation 0f the law Of nations
wantOny insulting to the sovereignty Of an indeueBd-
ent State-destructiye OF the right Of expatriaton
inherent in every American eitizen-confrary tn the
cherished principles and uniform practice Of our
GoVernment-ofensige TO the spirit and feelings Of
the people Of the United Stases especially Of the
South and hcete to the progress Of civilization and
liberty which characterize the present century.
I'd. Resoired, That the Governor be requested to
ford copies Of these resolutions under the seal Of
the State, to our Senators and Representatives in
Congress; and that our Senators be Instructed and
our Representatives be requested to exert their n
ence 70 csnse the views therein expressed to be car
ried into effect.
The Senate soon after adjourned.
Houss--hr- Herring moved reconsideration OF
the vote OF yesterday, allowing five Of the commit
tees to employ cIerks Yeas and nays called and the
motion was lost.
Mr.. Morse asked leave OF absence for the Commit
tee on Banks and BaskiBg from January zssh to
February sth, to Join the Senate Committee on yst-
ing the New Orleans Banks Granted
Mr. Solomon Memorial and report OF 81. Eliza
beth Asylum, New Orleans. Referred to Committee
On Charity.
Mr. Beggs presented memorial, accompanied BY
an act, from the New Orleans Chamber Of Commerce.
The act Is TO authorize the body appoint Flour In
spectors for New Orleans. Chamber on Commerce.
MI. Solomon proposed, by resolution TO add two
Lies over, under the ruIes
Mr.. Harper reported on behalf OF the Judiciary
Committee fayorably bill to give additional fees
to Notaries.
Mr.. Holland gave notice Of several acts referring to
New Orleans one Of which authorizes the city to Dor
row money on her bonds, and levy special tax for
the purpose Of erecting dre-proof courthouse.
The House then adjourned. - ~
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

CRUELTY TO AsLAvE.-Mrs. Peters, a coarse, mas
culine woman, and John Peters, her brother-in.aw,
were recently sentenced in st. Louis to pay fine of
81 900 eaeh1 to be imprisoned in the county Jail
one year for cruelty whipping a slave girl. 1t was
shown that they whipped the girl for about four
hours, using the cowhide alternately.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

STEAM AGAINST SAILs.-A shipping merchant in
New York, who has given some attention to the SUBJ
eet shows that steam vessels make the voyages from
England to India in thirty days less time than vessels
with sails. The average passage of the screw steam
ers is seyenty-eight days. The average passage of
the sailing vessels is one hundred and eight davs.
The shortest passage OF any sailing vessel has proved
longer, by fourteen days, than the passage Of the
slOwest steamer
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

The HORSE FAIR The seekers of novelty and
the lovers Of genuine art are reminded that Rosa
Bonbeurs matchless picture, &" The Horse Fair" is
on exhibition day and night at Odd Fellows Hail.
1t has been visited and revisited by great crowds of
our citizens for is one of those paintings that never
tire the bebolder.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30
THE EYE AND THE EAR. "

\1DEAFNESs AND ALL DISEASES oF~S&%
THE EYE AND EAR.-DR. F. A. Won MoSGHzISKER,
oeust and Aurist is the ST. LOUIS HOTEL Rooms Nos
/ and 3 where he may be consulted on all
DISEASES OF THE EYE AND EAR,
which require either Medical Surgical attendance Hours
From A. NJ. to 5P. NJ.
- REFERENCEs-Hon. Mayor Chas NJ. Waterman A. NJ Hol.
brook, Esq., of the Picayune, and Dr. Porter.
Numerous testimonials his success both on the Eve and
Ear be at his rOoms from persons whose
well known.
Dr. NJ well known the most successful Eye Ear
in the Union. His in restoring Hearing
for him the highest reputation.
n Entrance his the Louis either by the p
public door
ARTIFICIAL EYES inserted without causing any pain.
ARTIFICIAL TYMPANUMs inserted In cases of DEAF
NESS when II is reaulred. ial9 9n
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30
Telegraphed to the New Orleans Crescent.
LOUISIANA LEGISLATURE.
IarTn sArioSAL AND socrExKs Inrs.l

r.r
DAioS foVek' jan House occupied for some
s,,,s - sne oscuS1on Q. 'ne printing question
was ,n1ue py MI beggs TO recall the Tesolu
'on h@Dg TUESDAY February 9th, as the day sor the
eie0'ioa :" o'ase rnnter Lost.
IN .H' SENATE, nf: 81 Paul introduced bill to
New Orleans. Also providing for the apnointrnent
of Tax Collector and Assessors by the Governor.
Smart gave notice of bill TO take the vote os
the people, on changing the sth article of the co,
stitution.
Congressional Proceedings.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 39.--Senate not in session.
HoHse.-Mr Howard complained that no member
OF the Committee on Ways and Means could get
chance to explain the Printing Deficiency bill, be-
cause the members were discussing everything else
under H. Further diseursiyeuess was checked by the
House gong into Committee of tbe Whole on the
Printing Deficiency bill.
Adjourned till Monday. alk1 a.4a.i -.
Washington News.
"AshSeros, jan zs'-Ihe Costa Rican Minister
Is oneiaiy advised Of the negotiation Of the late
treaty between that Gosernment and Nicaragua %
Two hundred thousand dollars In Treasury notes
were paid out 10 mail contractors to-day.
Coolie Mutiny.
NEW 1oRK' Jan. zS'-tne ship Kate Hooper, from
siaeso on 'ne lo'n oi octooer ior Havana, with
oooiies, was az Anglers on the I'D Of November The
ooolies naa mutinien ana set tne snip on fire Fifty
oil them had been shot
art ASSOCIATIONS
NEW ioRk' jan zs'-rne annual award OF the
oosnopon'an Arl Association Is postponed TO the
zotn Oh March, ~
c. ro,,,s 1.n 90 .1 W. ,sA
70 De Is,h tn ar,., !. :, .io'n "a.
NJ now. has tee raco,raa 49,, wa.
Tbere il No sno,v Eas, - ~, s.ai y,
grass !. r,sn, ana ~ h,s, -. -. ""''o 'ns
r--7s 0--S ~ .Ne'
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

FATAL RAILRoAD.--We learn from the Pamela
(Miss Star that on the morning Of the 18TH in con-
sequence of the heavy rains, culyert on the Mem.
phis and Pamela Railroad gave and precipitated the
locomotive and tender into the break, killing the en-
gineer Mr.. George s. Oliver
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30

The HOME SoUADRoN.-Capt. James Mcintosh
United States Navy has received preparatory orders
for the command of the home squadron of which the
steamfiigate Colorado now in course of preparation
for sea, will be the flagship.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1858-01-30
N DIR. BAAKEE TREATS ALL DIS
0VAEAsES FREE OF CHARGE sH&

- DIR: STs rsaA BAAREE * o,s Treats ALL DIS -
DOCTOR BAAKEE will also give special attention 10 the
following Diseases Coughs Colds Consumption, Group
huenza Asthma Bronchitis all other the
and Lungs
He will devote particular treatment OF all Skin
Deases-Lumbago Scrofua Rheumatism and chronic
Neuralgia Paralysis Epilepsy Dyspepsia, Piles and all de-
Of the Stomach Liver Bowels also to all
chronic Female diseases Special attention will be given
treatment of the Eye and Ear.
DIR. Baakee has made discovery of Fluid will
produce perfect absorption of the Cataract" per-
vision tie Eye without the the knife Dr.
kee produce thousand certificates his perfect
in curing Cancers old Sores Ulcers Fistula swelugs or
Tumors of every description without the knife
Special be made with Dr. Baakee the
treatment of the last named Diseases they require his
constant advice and attention Dr. Baakee Of the most
skfu and celebrated Surgeons Physicians now living
M fame is known personally in nearly every principal city in
the world
All letters directed Baakee enclosing stamp
or five eents from distance correctly stating the
the disease shall be promptly answered. and the patients
treated by correspondence, free Of charge.
R9-o hours from 8 A. NJ. SPIN.
r......... DOCTOR BAAKEE.
ponce lao BarOnne street, below POydras street. New Or
leans, La. jal6 ly&w
SAW MILLs-GoT UP EXPRESSLY FOR PLAN
aon to from $500 to 10000 feet of Lumber per
day and simple that they by any negro of ord
nary intelligence, constantly on hand at the
Southern Machinery Depot,
.. No. 9S Magazine street.
The following received from Planter, is sufficient test
monia of their value; H-
shepard's Place, Yazoo River, Jan. 7, 1858.
Messrs. d. c. Lowber d Co: .....- .g o
1t gives pleasure say that the No. DOUBLE SAW
MILL purchased Of you July last answered ali my
pectaons. 1t has sawed without difficulty, log feet
square and fifteen feet long inch boards hour
have known 1t through twenty feet long
thick in minute consider the simplest and most sf
cent Saw Mill got up for Plantation My NH is
driven by the eghhOrse engine likewise purchased
your establishment.
ISgnedl A. S. CALDWELL. .
pamphlet, containing prices and full particulars will be
sent by mail to any desiring IT,
One Of these Mills u in operation at the subscribers Ware
house. and Planters visiting the city ex
anime it. D. C. LoWBER CO.,
iAls 3<W as Magazine street.