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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

FIRE.-A blacksmith shop DR.. ]. u. Strong's
premises in Steel Greek neighborhood, burnt On
Sunday last, while the family was at Church The
barn and stables narrowly escaped-the wind blowing
from favorable direction prevented their destruction
Fire in the woods was the cause Of the accident.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

On FROM Iron ORE-Prof Emmons Estate Geologist)
has shown the Editor of the Raleigh Standard spec
Oil extracted from the blackband iron taken
from Deep River. 1t emits brilliant flame. Prof E.
states that the contains great deal of volatile mat
ter, and is highly valuable for the purpose of furnish
ing oil. Really, every ought to be used to
develop the mineral wealth of the Deep River region.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

AN OLD OEFIcER.-A few weeks ago noticed the
resignation of Mr. J. G. Stany Clerk of the County
Court Craven, after service in that position of fifty
one years We now see his death announced having
occurred on the LIST inst, aged Is years
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

FOUND DEAD.-We informed that Mr Martin
Steele found dead in the woods in the
part of Cabarrus county, Sunday the 9th inst He
had been missing from his home fer days previous
ly When found his body much destroyed by dogs
and buzzards. An inquest held and verdict rem
dered of death from intemperance. a bottle found
by his side. He abont years DID, and unmarried
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18
~ARTTED.

In Lincoln county, the 18th ult,, by Robt. Nixon,
ESQ Mr. Vim. Cashon to Miss Jane Hagar.
In IredeIl county, the 27th ult., DR. James r.
Howard Miss Mary A., daughter Of D. ~ Stevenson.
In Yorkville, the 9th instant, Capt. w. !. Davis
and Miss NJ j. Wilson of CASTOR county, n. C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

Tue AMERICAN TRACT SocIETY.-We gratified TO
announce that the abolitonists have failed in their
efforts array this institution against slavery
year ago, the Abolitonists passed resolution in
the Tract Society directing the Publishing Committee
to issue upon 'fhc moral evils aud vices which
slavery is known TO promote" The Committee to their
credit declined 10 Go this The year passed by and
incendary publication had been issued. The issue
was should the instructions Of last year be re-armed
by the Society should they be rcscnded? The result
has been that they have been rcscnded at the Annual
meeting, in New York, by a Of least ten one.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

FATAL AFFRAY.We learn that a serious if not fatal
aray occurred in CASTOR county recently, between Mr.
Leroy Stowe and two other persons, Green Massey,
and his The difficulty about the posses
sion Of plantation---a fight took place, when the
younger Green struck Stowe on the back of the head
breaking in his skull which it is thought wilrcause
death, if it has not already done
P. S.-We learn thatis likely Mr. Stowe will recover
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

pGg- The wilmington Herald has been purchased
by Messrs C. f. & R. Burr and appeared last week in
entire dress, looking much improved We like
the Herald and wish it great in everything
cept politics
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

DISCUSSION AT MONROE.-We learn from gen
tleman who present. that Messrs Ellis and McRae
addressed the people Monroe Tuesday last There
respectable audience present and the discussion
continued for about five hours. The Judge made a
decided favorable IMPRESSION and there is no doubt but
that tue democracy of Union and every other portion Of
this par: of the State determined to rally to his sup
port with the zeal which prompted them in for
mer days. From what we hear, we suppose the sub
stance of the discussion about the it was
here except that nothing said about the Danyle
connection
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

MOUNTAIN DISTRICT.-Report says with how much
truth unable to decde) that Hon. w. ". Avery
and DAME! Coleman, Esq, democrats, candidates
for Congress in the Mountain District in place of Nj
Cngman.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

RGy Rev. DR.. Hawks, being on a visitto Wilmington
lectured on Thursday evening last before the Ladies
Mount Vernon Association of that town. He was also
to lecture in Fayetteville yesterday evening
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

S. C. SENATOR.-The Governor of South Carolin;
has appointed Col Arthur P. Hayne to the U S. Sena
in place of Evans, deceased.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

CANDY MANUFACTORY-While in Newborn a few
weeks ago. met with old friend, John S. Banks,
who is engaged in the manufacture Of Candy in that
town, for the wholesale trade. We suppose the
if all of the retailers Of that article buy their
supplies at the North; but here is opportunity, for
those who desire, to furnish themselves from North
Carolina mandatory. We give this notice because it
is deservingwe receive compensation for it las
takea centfor anything say edtoriay land
think if dealers will paronize Mr Banks they will find
his candy superior article and his reasonable.
Let the citizens of State encourage another
whenever they do without injury to their pockets.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18
THE DANVILLE CONNECTION.

At tie close OF the discussion in this place OH the
10th, between Judge Ellis and Mr. McRae: and after
of the audience had left the Court House. the opn
ion of each gentleman called forth with regard to
building Railroad from Danville Va to Greensboro,
\. c., other point the n. c. Road, known
the "Danville connection"
As the candidates were about leaving the stand a
gentleman asked how they stood in regard to local
works" This was the question recollect it.
Mr. McRae said that he in favor Of allowing the
construction of any Road the people wanted provided
they did it with their
Judge Ellis asked if he alluded the Danrille
nection Mr. McRae replied that he favored the prnci
pie general one. The Judge then asked him if he
in favor of the Danville connection Mr. McRae re-
piled that he was, and wished to know ifJudge Ellis
opposed to it or in favor of it.
Judge Ellis replied that individually he opposed
to it, and for this At the session of the Legis
lature that chartered the N c. Railroad he Elis had
introduced bill charter Road from Danville
ming through certain part of North Carolina. East
ern gentlemen violently opposed the scheme and
tended that it would materially nure their section of
the State. The matter compromised by the friends
of his bill and the eastern members by chartering the
n c. Road and it agreed that the Danvlle scheme
should be relinquished Under the impression that it
the best he could do for his constituents he became
party that agreement; and it would be wrong and
dishonorabe for him to violate it or advocate a
revival of the scheme. This his position in
dvidual But he thought schemes of local nature
ought not to enter into this campagn-they should be
left for the Legislature to settle
The Judge further remarked, that elected he would
not recommend the Danville connection. Mr. McRae
replied that neither would he if elected recommend it,
The matter then dropped.
We think we have given the substance of the CONVEX
sation this point correctly. The audience were on
their the time in the act of leaving and good
deal of confusion prevailed, but we within few
feet ofthe gentlemen and heard every word distinctly
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18
COX's PATENT GELATIYE

superior article for making Jees. ALSO, Extracts
for Flayoring, viz Vanilla, Lemon, Feach, Almond,
Rose, Orange Celery, &c, for sale at
SCARF cos
Nay IL, Charlotte Drug Store
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18
May 10, 1853.
Copartnership Notice.

The subscribers have formed n co-partnershp under
the name of HAND, WILLIAMS & FARROW, for the
transaction of a COMMISSION BUSINESS in Flour,
Grain aud other country produce. Their large stores
Hayne and Arson streets will soon be completed.
At present, they will occupy Nos. Il and IG Hayne ST.
Liberal cas advances made produce In store From
their long experience and with their facilities for do
ing business they feel confident in ciDg able TO serve
their friends to the best advantage.
GEO. ". WILLIAMS CO.,
THOS. N. FAKAOW.
Charleston May 1s, 1853 limo.
From he CH0rleston Courier
NEW FIRM.--It will be seen on reference to our
advertising columns that Messrs Hand, Williams &
Farrow hare established house in city for the
transaction of general produce business Our city
has expended large amount Of money building rail
roads, extending into the grain reGons Of Georgia,
Tennessee and other States and we think II IS fun time
that realizing mere Of the benefits which it
contemplated would result from these enterprises
These gentlemen erecting commodous stores On
prepared receive and sell any amount Of country
produce They bring the enterprise energy capacity
long business experience, and what is Of moss mpor
lance ample for the success OF such business,
which, in many respects, result advantageousiy to
the interests of the city Dir Williams has been elected
a director in the Nashville and Chattanooga Rad Road
Company, in behalf Of the City Of Charleston and viii
leave in a few days for the West; and will arc in
formed in connection with the duties Of has MISSION,
Eoatc with the different rail road l!nes for reduction
of freight the Atlantic ports We sincerely hopo that
his efforts may be crowned with full success.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

In Salisbury, on the 18th nst Mr. Benjamin julian,
aged about SIS years.
In Davie county on the Sd instant, Dr. D. S. Parker,
of pulmonary consumption aged 50 years
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18

hN-The citizens of Salisbury have made arrange
ments to celebrate the goth of May in appropriate
manner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-18
For Sale or Rent,

a FTER the first day of Jalusry next, my RESI-
"a DENCE adjoining the town Of Lncolton, n. c..
with
II Acres OF Land Attached,
or 90 if desired
The House is Al By 80 feet has Rooms and Passage
down Stairs, and 80 by 20 feet above A Negro
House with Rooms; Kitchen II feet square; Ice
House, two Cribs and Grainery; Stable Room enough
for Horses and Cows with Wagon She'd Black
smiths Shop; and also good Spring of Water the
premises. This is excellent location for Lawyer
Physician.
A bargain be had if called for soon and terms
made easy money is not much Of object now.
All and in good repair.
refer 10 II. Cansler and VIM. Lander, Esq'rs, for
information
W. II. ALEXANDER.
May 10, 1853. 3m
PURE WHITE VINEGAR, CLOVES,
NUTMEGS, MACE, PEPPER, &C., a fresh supply,
May ls. For sale at SCARF q CO.'S.
Genuine French Mustard,
An elegant Article for the table.
May Is. SCARF &. co.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
POETRY.
BE a Woman.

Be a w Oindns
Oft I've heard gentle mother,
As the twilight hours began,
Pleading with son, on duty,
Urging him to be a man.
But unto her blue-eyed daughter,
Though with loves words quite as ready,
Points she out the other duty,
"Strive, my dear, to be.a lady"
What's ladyS Is it something
Made of hoops, and silks, and airs,
Used to decorate the parlor,
Like the fancy rugs and chairs?
Is it one that wastes on novels M
Every feeling that is human .
If tits this to be lady,
IT'S not this to be a woman.
Mother, then, unto your daughter
Speak of something higher far,
Than to be mere fashions lady
''Woman" is the brighter star.
Ifye, in your strong affection,
Urge your son to be a true man,
Urge your daughter no less strongly
To arise and be woman.
Yes, u woman-brightest model
Of that light and perfect beauty,
Where the mind, and soul, and body,
Blend to work out life's great duty
Be woman-naught is higher
On the gilded list of fame:
On the catalogue of virtue
There's no brighter, holier name.
Be a woman-on to duty,
Raise the world from all that's low,
Place high in the social heaven
Virtues fair and radiant bow
Lend thy influence to each effort
That shall raise our nature human;
Be not fashions gilded lady
Be brave, whole-souled, true woman.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

RECEIPT FOR THE BEST PICKLES EVER MADE.
"A peck of green Tomatoes sliced, one dozen
onions, sliced also, sprinkle them with salt and
let them stand until the next day, when drain
them. Then use the following as spices: one
box of mustard, one and half ounces of black
pepper, one ounce of whole cloves, one ounce
of yellow mustard seed, one ounce of allspice;
put in the kettle layer of spices and one of to-
matoes and onions alternately. Cover them
with vinegar; wet the mustard before putting
it in let the whole boil twenty minutes, and
you will have pickles so good that you will be
pestered by all your friends, asking you for the
receipt.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
sTA1JNrON. VIRGINIA, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1853

their sway after her death, never perhaps to be
again touched into beauty by so sweet spirit
as hers. All tender aud delicate memories clus.
ter around her name and even the proud and
naughty Spaniards cherish the records of her
gentle and unstained life with tenderness and
respect, as the best and most beloved by her
subjects of all the queens of Spain.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

never see again. Imagine bull pitched back
| ward over bridge and falling at least thirty
feet, over and overi he turned once or twice,
probably / thought he turned fifty times, there
seemed such confusion of horns and feet re-
yolving, flying through the afr. But down he
went; the water was deep, and he disappeared,
leaving whirlpool of foam behind him, and
making the river lndulate far and wide with
the concussion Of bis ponderous bulk.
The other bull did not lsugh---merely because
bulls, as supposed, could not. Bnt we laughed
and shouted our applause. There stood the VIC
tor, looking directly down into the abyss below,
into which he had hurried bis unlucky foe He
stood, however, but moment, and then, as if
frightened at the prospect, he began to snort and
step backward. Back, back he retreated, with
his head in the same pugnacious attitude as when
in combat-back- still another step back-and
over be, too, went, on the opposite side OF the
bridge, performing just as many and as ludicrous
somersets as bis adversary had done minute be-
fore. M
It was scene to remember and the perform
ance called forth immense applause from the
group of juvenile amateurs who witnessed it
In about five minutes both bulls might be seen,
well sobered by their ducking, dripping wet,
scratching up the steep, gravelly banks, each on
bis own side of the river. "rhose bulls will
never fight any more" said boy behind me-
His prediction turned out correct; tor two more
disposed bulls than they were, ever
could not have been found.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

One morning at the breakfast table, q lady,
who was afflicted with dyspepsia, and had had
dreadful" dream, was complaining sadly, and
describing her sensations to her sympathizing
husband. 80,
81 was all the time climbing up, up, up hill;
every little while stopped to rest, and up, up,
up. Obi I was SO tired. The fact is, / had q
real nightmare"
0Then why, my DEAR" said the afectionate
husband, 'did you not get on and ride up the
hill 2"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

A man was charged before Lord Mansfield
with stealing silver punchladle. The prose-
cutting counsel inveighed bitterly against the
poor prisoner, declaring that he was an attorney
and had disgraced his profession. oh, said
Lord Mansfield, L don't think he can be an at
torney or else he would have taken the bowl as
well as the ladle.'
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

1t is astonishing how 'toddy" promotes inda.
pendence. An old Philadelphia "brick," lying,
a day or two since, in spiritual manner, was
advised, in friendly way, to economise, as
'tlour was going up" "Let it 60 up" said old
bottle nose, 81 kin git as high as -four kin, any
day," a.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

A lady being asked the other day why she
chose to lead single life, replied simply be-
cause am not able to support husband.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

The Washington Union speaks of the Demo
cratic party as the lever Of the Republic. We
guess that the party itself will shortly be a
leauer of the world.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

An exchange tells of an excitable gentleman
who, at fire, headed line Of fire buckets, and
as fast as they were passed to him he threw the
bucket and all into the fire, crying out all the
while. "Pass on more buckets"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

81 say, friend, your horse is little contrary,
is he nota"
"No, sir-reew s.q,E
"What makes him stop, then2"
"Oh! he is only afraid somebody'll say whoa
and he won't hear It," 5--i h!G
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

Red cheeks are only oxygen in another shape.
Girls anxious to wear pair will ma Them
where the roses do-out OF doors.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

Punch says: "The comet reJoicee 10 q tali,
which strangely enough has been denied TO the
dog star
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
Stauntoa Spettator.
JOS. A. WADDELL,
ki6HnRp + MApREns, ak,GzY,. "a, rr0prie'0r''
TERMS.

TERMS.
rSy- The ".SPECTA TOR" IS published once soess
at Tsuo DoLers and fifty Cents gear, sohsch may %
discharged 6y he payment Of 1'0o DofIars at any tsns
pitLi he gar No subscription soiN be discontinued
5ut at the option Of tie Editors, until all arTearGges are
dyer TLSEAEN7y of ten linss (or less,) inserted
bres times for one dollar and toeatyvs cents each
Observation-Disclosures Larger advertisements inserted
ia The same Pr0p0rtlon
l5eral discount made to those echo GdtertiSe By the
year. ;, ,,,
Professional Cards. not ercesding seusn lines, aoS be
Inserted for one gear for SIS 006 months for 50 90.
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AL adgertsiRg for less time tban three months, aoet
be charged for at the usual ratessl 90 per square for
tie first three Insertions and Twenty-Five cents for each
subsequent issue.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
NEW sEGAR AND TOBACCO STORE

ITO THE PUBLIC.-The subscriber respectful
i y informs the public that he is now in the occu-
pancy of the House occupied by John B. Scherer and
that hereafter will be opened at his house RESTAU-
RANT, and that persons from the country and other
places, can at all times be accommodated with PRO-
VISIONS, for themselves and Horses, &c.
Mr. j. B. Scherer will give his personal attention to
customers. VIM. WH0LEY.
Staunton, Ap. 2S, 5s
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

A yankee baker has invented new kind OF
yeast. 1t makes bread 30 light that pound OF
Il weighs only four ounces. i
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

The great art Of life is to play for much, and
stake little. ~,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26

Nearly all great men have passed through
adversely it is stern but salutary school,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
POWELL HARRISON,

ATTORNEY AT LAW,
STAUNT0N, VIRGINIA,
WILL practice IN the Courts of Augusta and High
w land.
,sy- He may be found at his Office, adjoining the
Sherif's Office.
Dec O. 1887
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
A Pleasant Summer Resort.
BUFFALO GAP HOUSE.
INHIS WEIl-KNOWN MOUNTAIN RETkEA

TKNHlS w MELl-hNOWN MOONlA1N
| formerly kept by j. NJ Pitman, 10 miles west OF
Staunton on the Central Railroad and the Parkers-
burg Turnpike is open for the accommodation OF
Travellers and Visitors Persons wishing to spend
the heat of Summer in COOL quiet way, cannot hnd
more suitable place all Virginia. 1t is easy ofac-
cess-the Cars of the Central Road pass by 1t every
day The House is large, (25 rooms) convenient and
we'll ventilated; surrounded by the most beautiful
mountain scenery fine Springs OF Frcestone Sulphur,
Chalybeate and Alum water convenient. As will
not Keen anv intoxicating drinks or intoxicated per-
sons about me, visitors need not fear any annoyance
in that way and while the comfort Of visitors will be
greater the charge will be less than at crowded wa
tering place..
s5Sy- Board per week, 81.
Post Office, Swoope's Depot, Augusta county, va.
June Is, 1858. +. HEkklNG.
s9g- Charlottesville Advocate and Rockingham
Register publish 2m.
NEW SEGAR AND TOBACCO STORE
IN OPPOSITE THE VIRGINIA HOTEL, and dd50lnsR9
KdmeSers daOelry Stors.To the lovers of the Weed,
and chewers of TObacco beg leave to announce that
have opened SEGAR AND TOBACCO ESTAB
LISHMENT at the above mentioned stand whereat all
times, may be found SEGARS of all the most admired
Brands of imported and domestic manufacture, with
Chewing and Smoking Tobacco of the very best kind
practical experience of many years in the above bus
ness and thorough knowledge of the same, ustifes
me in saving that can supply all demands, and ad-
minister TO the taste of the most inveterate tobacco
chewers and smokers. ! hope my many friends will
give me trial. and their kind support, in my endeav
or to establish myself here promising them strict
faithful attention to business.
WILLIAM BARKMAN
Ma,,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1858-10-26
j. M. HANGER,
DIR. PHIL.IIJR1, P,H I ZIP, M, CLINE,

DESPECTFULLY tenders his professional SERVICES
III to the public. When not professionally engaged
he may be found at bis Office adjoining the residence
of p Schumacher.
FiShersvine, March g. 1858.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1858-06-14
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AUCTION SALk;c
W7URE D1Hs
By Goddin q Apperson, Aucts.
THRUST SALE OF VERY vALUABLE

hUST SALE OF VERY VALUABLE
PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND.
By virtue OF a deed Of trust from William boot
wright 10 the under signed trustees dated the
9Th day Of April 1887. recorded in the Hustings
According therato wa shall ,,ro~as 81 - N -. ~ ?
premises, at public auction, on FRIDAY. the Is,h
Of Juns, 1855 IL fair II not the next fair day be-
ginning at 4 O'Clock r NJ the following valuable
Real Estate in the city of Richmond conveyed In
said deed:
1st A half acre lot Of grour lying at the corner
LIST and Broad streets, Gesignat as lot No T23 on
the plan of the city with the brick stores and dwell
ing houses aud other improvements thereon, sub
ect to estate for her life in Mrs Priscilla Boot.
wright, (sged M 10 pars of said property. which