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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
CONGRESSIONAL.

Since the disposal of the Kansas matter Congress
has been transacting some of the business before
it. The general Appropriation bill has passed the
Senate also the Oregon State BILL also bill runn-
ing the boundary line between Texas and Mexico
4 resolution adopted directing inquiry whether
further legislation is necessary to enable the Presi
dent to protect our commerce against British ag-
gressions. Mr. Cingman was appointed to fill the
vacancy in the committee on claims occasioned by
the death Of Senator Evans.
The Doorkeeper of the House, Mr. Hackney, has
been dismissed for mafeasance in office JOS L.
Wright of New Jersey, elected in his place.
The Judiciary committee asked to be dismissed
from the consideration of petition to impeach
Judge Watrous of Texas. This matter has been
under consideration for long time, but what the
Judges offence is we have never learned; at any
rate there has been party i'll Texas calling for his
dismissal from Office.
A resolution to adjourn on the 9TH of June has
been passed. but it is not likely that the business
which requires attention can be completed by that
time.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
nGy~ A correspondent Of the Fayetteville Obscr

yer uses this language:
d" understand from those who present that the
in the Convention said if Holden the
nominee they would quit the party.
No such threats made publicly, and we do
not think it likely that such expressions made
privately. The ''new converts" as they called
gentlemen who have determined to act with the
democratic party because it is the only national
partly who were in the convention, said little or
nothing about who they desired to be the nominee
We feel certain they are innocent of any such
charge. But we will say if there is any one in the
democratic party, whether "new convert or old,
who would not vote for Mr. Holden if nominated
we want him to leave-thc party can do without
him-and the sooner he gets out the better. We
mean this for anybody it suits.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

FATAL ACC1DENT-We learn from friend at
Aston, that an accident of melancholy character
occurred near that place. the 9Th inst. A Mr.
Martin Goude of North Carolina was walking by
his horse, which was haltered to the back of his
wagon. While he was in the act of passing, the
horse stumbled, and pushed him off the bridge, on
which he was at the time. He fell into ditch
below; the horse falling on him and bruising him
so severely that he died in ten minutes An in
quest was held and verdict returned in accord
ance with the above facts Coluna1iq Cogtl;atdn
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
CoDartnershiD Notice.

The subscribers have formed co-partnersiIp under
the name of HAND, WILLIAMS Il FARROW, for the
transaction Of COMMISSION BUSINESS IL Flour,
Grain and other country produce Their large stores
on Hayne and Arson streets will soon be completed.
At present. they will occupy Nos IA and l6 Hayne st.
Liberal cash advances made produce in store From
their long experience and with their facilities for do
ing business they feel confident in being able to serve
their friends to the best advantage
GEO. W. WILLIAMS CO,
THOS. NJ. FARROW.
Charleston, May Is, 1858. lmo
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Be25~ Already have the wing papers commenced
publishing notices about Mr. McRae's "cheering
prospects," This is always the case before all
election, but after the votes counted the tune
is changed, and "doleful sound attends the ear"
We can speak with some certainty about this part
of the State, and say that we do not know of
single democrat in this whole section of country
who will support McRae-neither have we heard
of one. If there are any who are not going for the
democratic nominee, they have not made it public
They are welcome to all the ''cheering prospects
they may onjure up.
The whig papers say that Mr. McRae was brought
out by men of both parties. We do not believe it.
He was brought out by the whig-know-nothing
party and by such hangers-on-after-ofhce as Fena
bic, Arlington, Linn Sanders and probably one or
two others, men who say they are democrats but
act with the opposition. 1t is not likely that even
Mr. Leak had anything to do with bringing him
out. and we don't believe he will vote for him.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
M AFR RI Ted.

In Wilkes county, the lth inst, Mr. A H. Martin
to Miss S. Virginia Corpening.
In Wake county, the 18th inst, Mr. Alex. Pleas
ants of Hillsboro to Miss Amelia A. Rosemond
In Davidson county Mr. David Koonts to Miss Catha-
rine koonts Also Mr. VIM. Freddie to Miss Catlarine
Everhcart.
In York District, the 18th inst. Mr. Daniel c. Will
liams to Miss Mary Nav
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Ba5~ Hon. Bedford Brown is a candidate to re-
present Caswell county in the Senate
bES@ In Cabarrus county, E. B. Burns, Smith
Pharr, and Dir. p. j. A. Haines, are whg can
didates for the Commons
Bsy- y democratic county convention in Wake
has nominated II. a. Bledsoe for the Senate, and
e. NJ. Faribault, j. f. Hutchins, and f. G.. Hay
wood for the Commons
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

CHANGE OF SCHEDULE-Wc are gratifed to
learn that the time of leaving Concord with the
mail for Oaklawn, Parks Store Mill Hill, Coddle
,reek, &c, has been changed that our subscri-
Iers at those offices will get their papers five
Jays earlier than heretofore.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

We cannot publish long obituaries unless paid for
advertisements. We willing to publish notices of
deaths not exceeding ten lines in length gratis This
is rule and while there are instances where we
would be pleased to accommodate friends, have to
observe strictly to keep columns from becoming
crowded with matter that might be interesting only
small number of readers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

BGy@ Appointments have been made by the
candidates for Governor for the month of June
in the eastern part of the State. Judge Ellis
speaks at Kinston, Newbern, Wilmington and
Oxford Mr. McRae at Washington, Swan Quarter,
Weldon, and Warrenton ; both at Beaufort, Jack
sonvlle, Wilson, Roxboro, Yanceyville and
Wentworth.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
PEBBLES AND NAILS IN CorToN BALEs-A

PEBBLES AND NAILS IN COTTON BALEs.-A
Manchester (English) paper states that stones,
nails and weeds are sometimes found in cotton
bales from America The stones are from to l J
inch in size-sometimes larger. The paper motto
ing the matter supposes that fires in Cotton factor
the "beater with the cotton and then passing
through the machine, producing friction sul1i-
cient to ignite the cotton.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
DIED.

In this place. the 18th instant William Syvanus,
infant fDr. E. Nye and NJ A Iutchison, aged two
years and three months.
In this county, the 22d inst, Martha Jane, daugh
ter of William S. and Martha A Stewart, aged years
months and 10 days.
In this county, on the 10th inst, Nancy Elmra and
Friday the l4h Charles Columbus, infant twins of
DR.. II. NJ. and Ann L. Jennings.
In Alfalfa county, Mississippi, on the 10Th of May,
Emanuel Friday the only brother of Mrs John Bryce OF
Columbia, in the 9th year of his age.
In 1orkville, the 9Th inst, Mrs Margaret s.
sort of the late Robert Morrow, aged 81 years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Bzay" In the proceedings of the General Con-
ference Of the Methodist Church, in session at
Nashville, we find the following:
The Committee on Boundaries reported in favor Of
transferring the Danvilie District, in the North
Carolina Conference to the Virginia Conference The
following is proposed the boundary line between the
two Conferences, viz The Albermarle Sound and the
Roanoke river up the point where the river
the State line then from the State line to the top Of the
Blue Ridge Mountain. This change if adopted by the
Conference. will throw all the counties of Virginia. now
in the North Carolina Conference, into the Virginia
Conference and will RETAIN at present all that por
ton of North Carolina lying North of the Albermare
Sound known the Murfreesboro' District, in the
Virginia Conference. 1t is beloved the report of the
Committee will be adopted, but not without severe
contest the Conference floor"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

THE DANvILLE CONNECTIoN.-Itis not strange
that we hear of Mr. McRae's saying nothing about
the Danville connection after leaving this place,
until he got back to Greensboro That scheme
is popular here and about Greensboro, hence we
suspect it was pre-arranged that he should be
called out at Charlotte on that subject. When he
gets in the eastern part of the State he would be
very glad to remain mum on that point, but he
will have to face the music. Judge Ellis position
in opposition to the measure is consistent with his
previous course and will not cause him to lose any
democratic votes about here. In connection with
other friends of that scheme, he agreed when in
the Legislature to take the n. c. Railroad instead
of it, and he would not be justifable in violating
that agreement now.
AtGreensboro' Mr. McRae stated that he was
called out on this question "by number of the
audience at Charlotte" He is is mistaken. Only
one gentleman called for his opinion and he is an
old opponent of the democratic party.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Bss~ We see that Mr. McRae, in his speech at
Monroe, ridiculed the democratic Convention be-
cause such men as Osborne Kerr, Steele, Winslow
and others, who once acted with the whig party
were in it. He is pretty fellow to be talking in
this way while he is running as the candidate of
wings and know-nothings. He is the leader of the
party which these gentlemen left, and it sounds
rather queer to hear him abusing the convention
because they were members. Very consistent
lie also charged that Gen. C. N. Avery, the
President of the Convention was an old line whig.
Judge Ellis corrected him, and stated that he knew
Cen Avery to be an old democrat-th charge was
untrue. So it seems Mr. McRae is getting hard
run Tor something to talk about. If he don't mind
he wall lose his reputation as the eloquent orator"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

RGy~ The result of cock fight is thus given by
a correspondent of the Petersburg Express
Halifax, n G., May 1.-THE great cock fight
closed on Saturday. Warren whipped Halifax bad
ly. After the chickens got through, the men com
menced fighting, but, save few bruised faces,
there was no harm done
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

HSs~ Gov. Bragg has ordered an election in the
Mountain District to be held on the first Thursday
IN August, to supply the place of Mr. Clingman
i'll Congress.
Rs5- The Asheville News says that Cen VIM
f. Jones, know-nothing, has announced himself a
candidate for Congress in place of Mr. CEngman
1t says nothing about who the democratic candi-
dates are.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

y. c. EDUCATIoNAL AssOCIATION-Ina another
column We publish Card from the Executive
Committee of the Educational Association OF North
.arolina, giving notice that the next annual meet
ing Of the Association will be held in Statesville
On n the 9TH day of July next. 1t is hoped there
VIII be full attendance
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

ADvERTIsING.--We suppose that whatever
newspapers say about the benefits of advertising, is
but, notwithstanding, will mention case of re-
cent occurrence. gentleman who advertised
some property for sale, and had made it public by
circulating handbills told it had paid him back
three hundred fold-the property brought what
he considered extraordinary high prices.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Mr. McRac showed up the Charlotte Convention in
due form, and in such Il amusing way that many OF
the old line Democrats could not refrain from laugh
ing.,-Greensboro' Patriot.
Precisely; while the gentleman claims to be a
democrat he is going through the State abusing
democracy and its Conventions. know-nothinGs
applaud him and shout huzza, and he no doubt
feels very smart.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Ba= B. D. Rushing, Esq, of Union county, has
our thanks for a list of subscribers Now is the
time for friends TO extend the circulation Of our
paper
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

ps5~ Judge Ellis spoke at Fayetteville on
Thursday last. Mr. Mcliae not present. being
in Greensboro on that day. We sorry that he
was not present, for we were anxious to see if he
would take the same ground there that he took
here
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

ny We are gratified to learn that Hon. David
S. Reid has so far recovered his health as to be
able to return to Washington.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
ssg@ A gentleman in Halifax county, !

writes to the Petersburg Express follows:
"a very singular case of insanity-or rather mo-
nOmana-has recently developed itself in the upper
part of this county. The patient is young lady
whose parents in moderate circumstances. The
subject upon which she is mad is that of dress. She
thinks ofnothng clsctaks of nOthag else, and weeps
continually because her desire for fine clothes is not
gratied and fears entertained by her friends that
she will do herself bodily harm in utter despair of at
tanning to the of all her Wishes" Il aware
that this species of monomana is quite among
young ladies' but it does not generally develop itself so
strongly as in the above alluded to-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Gen. Persifer F. Smith, of the L. S. Army, died
at Leavenworth, Kansas, on the 18th inst
RA- A semi-annual dividend of four per cent.
has been declared by the Bank of Wadcsboro'.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
essy~ The Fayetteville Observer don't like Mr.

nsg~ The Fayetteville Observer don't like Mr.
McRae's position on internal improvements and
the Danville connection as assumed in his speech
at this place, and expresses the hope that we
misunderstood him. We are certain that we
did not misunderstood him. We wrote his re-
marks down at the time, and afterwards consulted
several gentlemen to the correctness of our
derstanding. Our report of the discussion has
been pronounced fair and correct by men of both
parties. We did not color it to suit one or the
other, and whatever may be the positions of the
gentleman hereafter, we know reported him
correctly at this place.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

MOVEMENTS OF BREADsTUFFs.-The rush of
breadstuIs towards tide-water compared with last
year, is very strong The receipts of -four and
wheat at Buffalo, Oswego and Ogdensburg, n. Y,
this year, are 714,17 barrels in of the same
time last year. This is an excess Of -four exceed
ing the entire exports of that article from New
York this year nearly 900 barrels, At Chca-
90, whence such large supplies have been drawn
this season, compared with last the stock of wheat
the Sth instant, nearly double what it was
on the 9th Of May, 1857.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
COx,S PATENT GELATINE,

superior article for making Jellies ALSO, Extracts
for FIavoring, viz: Vanilla Lemon, Peach, Almond,
Rose, Orange, Celery, &c, for sale at
SCARR cos
NarIs Charlotte Drug Store
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

KANSAS PATRIOTS TURNED BRIGANDs.-The latest in
tcgence from Kansas represents that bands of brig
ands roaming through the country committing
dry depredatons the property of the citizens and
numbering those who resist The Kansas question be-
ing settled peaceaby in Congress- the gangs ofragamu
fms out there by the New England Emigrant Aid
Society" find their occupation gone, and many of them
naturally fall back upon their old trade fhghwaymen
nd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

CONVICTED OF BIGAMY.-We learn from the
Fayetteville Carolinian that at Cumberland Supe-
ror Court week before last-Judge Manly presid-
ing-Hugh Barclay, alias Ii. c. Bartlett was tried
upon the charge ofbigamy, found guilty, and SEN
fenced to be branded on the left check with the
letter B., receive 80 ashes on his bare back, to
be imprisoned thirty days then to receive 30 ashes
more, and to be let loose. Bartlett, no doubt is
great william and the severe punishment is richly
deserved. He had married three four young
women, one of whom is resident Of Fayetteville.
We think he was arrested i'll of the counties
west Of this place.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
PROF. DE GRATH's PRACTICE
Sheriff cured in night by De Grath's Electric Oil
LETTER From DR.. KEYSER.

Sheriff cured in night by De Graths Electric Oil
LETTER FROM DIR. KEYSER.
Pitsburg May goth l85G.--PRoF. De CRATE, 80
South Eighth st. Phil have remarkable cure
Deputy Sheriff Kerr, of Pittsburg, had very swollen
and painful hand. applied the oil personally, which
gave instant relief. He has recommended the oil
others afflicted with Rheumatism in which the
were most satisfactory Truly YOURS
GEO H. KEYsER.
Great Cures-C Citizens Read!
Rheumatism.-Mr Joseph Bartle, 9 Myrtle Street
says the Electric Oil cured him Immediately.
Piles.-Charles Sexton, Esq, cx-Mayor Of Camden
says six applications cured him. Also cured his Rheu
matism.
Neuralg ia.-Nr David Mann, 400 Vine Street, says
he great sufferer but the oil cured him So says
H Grant, Esq. 5l7 North Eight Street.
Croup-Ths Oh! is infallible for Group Ask lady
at the Grard House.
CAUTION-TheTe numerous limitations sprung I'D
the reputation that my article has acquired. The
public must beware. They worthless.
Philadelphia, Sept. 1st, 1856.
Prof. De Grdth Dear Sir must inform you of
the great benefit patient of mine has experienced from
the application ofyour Electric Oil. The that
of girl of eight years of age who terribly afflicted
with scrofua, and discharge from the knee The leg
became contracted to literally bury the heel ia the
hip 1t had been in this state for about twelve months,
and finding nothing in the whole .'Matera Medca' to
have any effect give relief, | finally procured a
bottle of your Electric Oil" and gave to the mother,
directing her to apply it to the parts along the
tracted sinews which had the effect of making the leg
nearly one-fourth straight in abount six hours The
application of the Oil was continued for about three
weeks using only six bottles and te leg nearly
perfectly straight JOHN H McEWIN, NJ. D.,
I62 Callowh Street.
For Sale in Charlotte by H. NJ Prtchard-
May 25, 1853 IN
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

BsS- The Raleigh Standard says that the Rev. G.
w. Farrabee, Postmaster at Black Rock Brunswick
county, arrested the charge of purloinng letter
from the mail, examined before the Z. S. Conms-
sioner, Mr. Busbee in that city, Tuesday last, and
bound to the charge at the next term
of the Federal Court.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
H0rc Rumors from Kansas.

ST. LOUIS. May 20.-AccOunts from Kansas report
tinucd ourages and robberes by MontgOmerys band of
out laws. Three hundred families said to have
been driven out of Lynn county. 1t is further under
stood that the band have drive all prosla very
settlers of the Territory and to break up the land
sales They also reported to have said that unless
Gov Denver withraws the troops from Fort Scott they
Will proceed Lecompton and hang him.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Relg~ The Charleston Courier says that the sus-
pended banks of that city, have adopted resolu-
ton to resume specie payment in July next.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

The Charlotte 'Democrat' to this morning
with the account of the discussion between Mcssrs
McRae and Elias, which off at that place the
10th nst-an account of which published from the
'RegiStcr in Mondays paper.-We difference in
the two accountS-both reports agree upon the main
ponts-both say that the Judge unwell that the
best kind of feeling prevailed &c. &C. The Dcmocrat'
says "60h gentlemen maintained themselves with abili-
ty" By this we half suspect that the Judge didn't get
the best Of If he had should certainly have heard
of it Wilmington Ucrald.
The Herald will find a great deal of difference
between our account and that published in the
Regster-we gave both sides, while the Registers
correspondent suppressed Judge Ellis arguments
and misrepresented him. If the Herald expects
us to follow the example Of Mr. Rae's organs and
their correspondents by dealing in fulsome adua-
ton of one candidate while unratng the other, it
will be disappointed. In our account Of the dis
cusson at this place We might have alluded to the
ridiculous and untenabe positions Mr. McRae was
made to occupy, and shown how disappointed he
looked after the discussion but did not do for
the reason that it would seem like exultng over
defeated opponent. After man is down
opposed to grinding him in the dust.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

Bg2y@ There is no doubt but that the distribution
candidate for Governor has been over-rated i'll
regard to ability. At the discussion in Rocking
ham we learn that Mr McRae did not meet public
xpectation-people were disappointed-his praise
had been sounded entirely too loud. Considering
this he we'll might excaim "Save from my
friends" The fact is he can't sustain himself
in the position he has taken. At Monroe he had
to acknowledge that he was once opposed to dis
tribution, but gave no good reason for changing
his opinion. We fear he has allowed his desire
for office to have too much effect on his political
principles.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25

: la See advertisement of sale of Oil Paintings
III another column.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
REMARKS.

Cotton advanced little since last report and the
market is steady and firm. Some sales made
at - centsbut at H. slight change in foreign
prices appear to have but little effect the Charleston
markcin fact the prices of Charleston have been
sidered too high for those of Lverpooconsequently
market has not changed much
Flour has declined and we reduce quotations. Corn
getting rather scarce, and will command quotations
readily No change in other articles.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
Auction Sale OF
Fifty Oil Paintings.

will sell at auction, FRIDAY the 28th inst, COM
mcncing at II O'Clock, at the large Room in Carson
building China Hail. fine collection of Oil Paint
ngs many of them prominent in beauty and value.
They will be found arranged for exhibition Thurs
daY day and evening" and the morning Of the sale.
LOVERS OF THE FINE ARTS,
and all who have residences adorn, invited
tend Every Picture offered will be sold chot reyerre.
Tire presence of the Ladies is respectfully solicited
5. y. HARRIS, Auc.
May 25, 1853.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1858-05-25
NOTICE..

EPY ORDER OF COURT, will sell on the Goth day
a y of June next at the Court House door in Char
lotte, the LAND belonging to the Estate of VIM. p.
McLeIland, decd, lying the Tuckaseege Ford Road
] J miles from town, containing SIXTY ACRES more
less which there is good DWELLING
HOUSE and all necessary Out-buildings
Terms: 6 months credit, with note and approved Sc
curity, and interest from date
J. a. HIGGINS, Admir-
Charlotte, May 10, 1858. Git