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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
FROM JAPAN.

Late dates from Japan have been received The
difficulty which arose between the American Consul
and the japanese Government, had been amicably
settled. An American, who had discovered rich
copper mine, laid claim to the mine and to the soil,
contrary to the laws of the country. The Govern
ment resisted, and the affair was assuming an
unpleasant aspect, when the Emperor, to prevent
all further dispute, proposed that third Power
should be selected as umpire, and designated first
France and then Russia. The American Consul
had not sent in his answer, when the author of
the discovery, who morally certain of the result,
gave up his claim on the soil, and solicited
authorization to work the mine and share the
profits with the japanese Government. The offer
at once accepted.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

IMPORTANT TO FARMERs.-Corn husking frolics
in the old fashioned way, are to be set aside now
by the progress Of ''invcnton," and instead of the
slow and tedious process by which the fngcr-nails
were more or less torn, the whole husking, from
first to last, may be accomplished by machinery at
the rate of fifty bushels an hour. This invention,
patented by Mr DR. VIM. II. Smith, of Newport,
K. l., must prove of great service in getting the
corn crop of the country to market, which is now
of enormous extent. The returns of the last cen
sus state the entire product at over five hundred
millions of bushels. The handling of such i'm
mense quantities is tri1ing NATTER and the corn
growers will be under great obligations to DIR.
Smitli for his ingenious and valuable machine.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
Tile Great ambassadors Of Health to all Mankind.
H0II IOWAY'S PILLS AND 0IkTMENT 7

DYsPEPsIA.-The great scoure OF this continent yields
quickly course of these anseptc Flis and t~ dges-
tive organs are restored to their proper one matter in
what ideous shape this hydra of disease exhibits ITSELF
this searching and uneing remedy disperscs it from the
ERYsIPELAs SALT RHEUM, BAD LEGS, OLD SORES
AND ULCERs-Cases of many years standing that have
pertnacously refused 10 yield TO any other remedy or
powerful unguent.
BILIOUS DIsoRDERs.-This anti-biors medicine ex-
pes the hidden seeds of the complaint and renders all the
fluids and secreOns pure and fluent cleansing and resus-
tating the vital functions of the body
general DEBILITY AND WEAkNEss.-From whatever
cause lowness of spirits, and other signs of diseased
liver and other disorganization of the system vanish
der the Graduating influence of this all powerful antseptc
and detergent remedy.
Sold at the maj aactories of Professor Holloway, so
Maiden Lane New York. and by all dealers in medicine
throughout T. States and the civilized world in boxes
at 25 cents 63 cents, and s each. Directions for the
guidance of patients are affixed to each box
~ For sale in Charlotte by E. NYE HUTCHISON
& CO April l7, 1859.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
GOOD ADVICE.

The annexed from the Petersburg Express con-
tains excellent advice for both parents and chill
dren, and we commend it to them for their serious
considerations
GOING TO SCHooL.-The re-opening of the
schools is now the most common topic among the
younger generation, and very important one it
is too, and in serious light should be so consider
ed by both parent and pupil. The pupil, in order
to receive the full benefit of instruction. should be
made by his parents to feel that the teacher is
of his best friends; that if his wishes are some
times thwarted and his waywardness reproved, it
is for his advantage; and above all, parent should
never in the presence of his child call in question
the Justice of the teachers authority. If child
knows that his parent doubts to the propriey Of
certain of discipline, no teacher can hold
proper influence over the mind and heart of the
child. Let teachers and parents have frequent
interviews and understand each others wishes in
regard to their children. 1t buoys up the spirits
of teacher to enjoy the friendship and co-opera
ton Of parents-it is cordial to his dropping and
wearied mind, soothing as music itself-the con-
sciousness that though pupils REBEL oftentimes
inattentive, obstinate and indifferent, there are
those who appreciate his motives and exertions,
and cherish towards him kind and sympathsing
feeling. It is unjust to assume that prejudices
rest upon the mind of christian teacher. Prefer
ence for the amiable, industrious and obliging, he
cannot help feeling, but his good sense and justice
to those committed to his will never allow
him to see with eiudiced eye.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

MARRIAGE PoRTIoNs FOR THE MILLIoN.-
Many years ago Oliver Smith, an old bachelor who
resided in one of the towns in Hampshire County
Massachusetts,, left the bulk of his property to be
managed by trustees until it should amount to
S4OO, 900, when one-half the income was to be an
nually given to twenty-one boys who should faith
fully perform certain conditions of the will; one
fourth to eighteen girls; one-eighth to ifty-four
young women for marriage portions, and the re-
naming eighth the same number Of INDECENT and
deserving widows. The required sum will be
reached in October next, and accordingly about
S1O,8OO will hereafter annually be distributed
among the boys-about s5l5 apiece making quite
prize for those who lucky enough to secure il; ;
and as this distribution is to be annual thing,
an army of boys will in time be furnished with a
handsome sum to start life with. The sum of S5,-
400 will be distributed among the girls-S3O0 a
piece; $1,000 for marriage portions, making $50
apiece, which will pay for many of the necessary
sfxings;" aud the same sum (S50 a-piece) to the
widows The trustees of the fund are annually
elected like all other town officers, and the princ-
pal of the fund is mainly loaned upon real estate in
the various towns Of the county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

ILLEGAL VoTIEG IN OLD TIMEs-The follow
ing is an extract from the laws of Massachusetts for
1643, showing how voting was managed in the old
en- time:
It is ordered by this court and the authority
thereof, that for the yearly choosing Of assistants
the freeman shall use Indian corn and beans, the
Indian corn to manifest election, the beans contra
ry; and if any freeman shall put in more than one
Indian corn OF bean, for the choice or refusal of
any public officer, he shall forfeit for every such
ofense ten pounds
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
A Man LIVING FIVE DAYS WITH A BRoxEN

A MAN LIVING FIVE DAYS WITH A BROKEN
NEcK-Thc Louisville Journal says
"Somc two weeks since, an elderly German fell
during the night down steep fight of steps and
struck the side of his head against the wall at the
landing. He was taken up insensiblc and carried
to his room. 1t was found on examination, when
he became conscious, that he was paralysed in all
those parts of his body below the neck, and that his
neck was broken. ITe remained in this condition
something over FIVE days, conversing freely with
his attendants, and describing to them all the sen
sations that he had. His attending surgeons, we
believe made an attempt to set the neck, but were
obliged to 6esist, on account of sufocaton coming
on whenever the head was brought into its natural
position Between the fifth and sixth days the
nurse undertook to move him for the purpose of
. changing his linen and in doing so the head was
unwittingly turned 80 that the neck straight.
Death took place instantly But for this accident,
there is no telling how long he might have lived
Altogether the case is most extraordinary one,
and no doubt will, in due time, be published au-
thoritatively in some medical journal"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
School Notice.

TEHE Third Session of Sharon Academy will be
u opened on the FIRST MONDAY in SEPTEMBER.
Terms per Session Of Fire Months:
English Branches so
Latin Greek, Geometry, Surveying &C., IL so
Good board can be obtained in the neighborhood OF
the Academy at 81 per month.
II. K. REID.
Aug. 30, 1859. If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

ADMITTED TO THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH.-Rev.
John Rose, tormerlya Priest of Roman Communion
in Ohio was admitted to the exercise of the
ministry in the Protestant Episcopal Church, in
Baltimore, on the 2Sth ult.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
PEA MEAL.

We keep Steam FIGURING Mill in this place
Pea Neal for feeding and stock. Also, we have
on hand all times, Family, Extra. Snpertine and
coarse Flour. We warrant our family flour.
Corn Meal and Grits always be had at the mill
J. WILKES i CO.
April 10, 1889
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

Course of .TndieS:
In the Primary Department, such as to qualify
Student to enter any College
In the Scientific Department the West Point Cur
rcuIum will be closely followed. 1t will be the aim OF
the Professors to make Surveyors Engineers Chemists,
and men fit for the practical business of life.
In addition The usual Exercises at Military Schools,
the months of August and September will be spent in
Campaigning through the mountains of North Carolina
The Ac0dcmjc Icur will commence on the lst
day of October, and will embrace twelve months. n
urough of months Aug. and Sept.) will be given
to Cadets at the end of their second year.
Particular attention will be given to the moral and
religious instruction of Cadets.
EXPENSES:
The Institute will provide Board Fuel Lights, Wash
ing, Arms. Equipments and Uniforms.-and all cloth
ing except under clothcs,-tOr $500 PER ANN M,
one-half pay able i'll advance the balance in six months
No charges. No remission of charges to those
who leave unless the score of health.
TERMS OF ADMISSION:
No one will be admitted into the PRIMARY DEPART
MExr under Twelve years Of age; into the ScIEN
TIFIC DEPARTMENT under Fifteen over Twenty-one
years of age. All connected with the Scientific De-
partment will be required board in the nstitue those
in the Primary Department may do SO if they choose.
REMARKS.
The Institute Buildings the largest most elegant
and commodious for the accommodation of Cadets IN
the Southern country and the Board of Directors trust
that under the management of the superintendent ana
Commandant, both Of ,chom Graduates of West
Point and of long experencdn the Army, and in the
business Instruction. the Institute will be established
on a Military basis ami conducted on true Military
principles The board will further say that Mr. ESTlLL
is Graduate of the Virginia University and an e1-
pcrenced Classical teacher They would further state
that it is their intention increase the number of
teachers in both Departments the patronage of the
public may require.
This Institute was granted liberal Charter by the
Legislature of North Carolina, with the power of con-
ferrnc Degrees upon those who complete the pre-
scrbed Course of Studies
Esq~ Applications for admission will be received
until the st of Se,tcmber and must be directed to
DR. c. J. Fox President of the Board, Charlotte n c..
TFor further particulars Circular
C.. j. FOX,
JAS p. IRWIN,
II. LaF. ALEXANDER, :
JAS. II. CARSON, :
TIIOS. II. BREM, 2
w \. OWENS Com.
of Charlotte,
J. 3. KERR. Intendant
April 10 1889 6m of Charlotte.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
BELTSi BELTS !

For Wheat ThreShers, Fans, cotton Gins: Saw Mills
and machinery of every description; the best Betting
now in use and superior to leather in respects
IL ,rrI not xtrcfch or 6rU1r on one side tcdtheT
THE Sun WILL NOT AFFECT IT.
Rain water cannot injure it; it requires no oil:
The rats will not it, your negroes VIII not steal II
for strings shoe soeS you get any length YOU
wish all in piece without joints and with good care
il will last any farmer for twenty years.
Orders accompanied with the cash will receive
prompt attention. and the freight paid to point on
the Railroad stage line.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

RAvAGEs OF CHOLERA IN EURoPE.-The chol-
era has carried off 900 persons i'll Hamburg this
summer, 900 in July. 1t has ragged seriously in
the Duchies Of Mecklenburg; one little town of
$500 inhabitants has been almost depopulated
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

ASSISTANT STATE GEoLoGIsT-The Senior
Editor of the Franklin Obserrcr-Rev. c. D.Smth
has been appointed assistant State Geologist by
Prof. Emmons 1t is expected that he will very
soon proceed to examine his field of labor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
UNITED STATES MAIL LINE
ssssEE:Rg
From Charlotte to Ashcviile,
DAILY.

The subscriber would call the attention of the Tray
alpfr n,hc to the above line of DAILY STAGES,
nectinr at Charlotte with the Daily Trains on the
Charlotte and S c. and North Carolina Railroads.
To persons going East this is the cheapest as well as
the most direct route: and passes through of the
most romantic and beautiful regions of Western North
Carolina Running in full view of the celebrated
HICKORY NUT FALLS
in daylight the ira veer has opportunity of viewing
that ma gnfcent and wonderful work Ofnature. y fine
view also obtained of the ofest peaks of the world
renowned BLACK MOUNTAIN
MANY other noted localities cannot fail to interest
the traveller.
New and splendid Coaches, fine Stock and the very
best Drivers will insure the comfort, safety and speed
of passengers.
Office at Charlotte: KERRS HOTEL.
Asheville: GUDGERS HOTEL.
J. F. SULLIVAN,
IuIv 10 1889 en- Contractor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
ATTENTION, FARMERS!
N=As-e

The Mqgic Plo,c (patented by j. P. Harris of MsSis
sippi,) possesses the advantage of combining -FOUR
PLOWS IN ONE. 1t be laid five times and sharp
ened twelve times without the aid of a Blacksmith 1t
can be used the whole without any additional
expense. For sale at the
july 10, 1859. If CHARLOTTE fOCNDR1
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
WHEAT't !

The subscriber is prepared to purchase the new
crop of Wheat the highest market price. Farmers
will find it their advantage to call at the CHAR
LUTTE STEAM MILLS before selling
JNO. WILKES.
July 26 1853 if
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11

CERTIFICATES.
do hereby certify that have three Gum Belts which
got of Mr. J F Boone in use in my machinery III my
Tan Yard have been in for the last eight or
ten months: and as far as have tried them, like them
better than the leather belts Yours respectfully,
c. c. HENDERSON.
june 6, 1859 Linconton, n e.
This certify that have been using the ''Rnb-
ber Belting.' sold by Mr. Boone, and find it has
proved all that he represents it be- and have no hes-
tation in recommending its use to the public.
YOUNG Il WRISTON,
ProprietorS of the Rock Island Wool Mills.
July ., 1859
hereby certify that the India Rubber Betting bought
by me of Boone, has been used in ny cotton Fac
tory from II to IS months, and has given entire salts
faction.
July l3, 1859 /. X TATE.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-10-11
CASH PRICES:

HGy7 Seamless Belts manufactured to order at snort
notice.
Conducting Hose of all sizes for steam
presSures ordered direct from the Manufacture AlSo
Packing of all description, at 81 Cents per pound.
J. B. F. BOONE.
June : 1859 Charlotte n c.
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NOTICE.

N
I will expose to public sale at the Court House in
Charlotte on Tuesday of the County Court in October
next the TRACT OF LAND which Archibald Ere ?
now lives. A credit of six months will be given for
Note and security.
JAMES W. OSBORNE, Trustee.
August 23d. 2m
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-12
OUR COUNTRY Right Right Wrong Country"
LIVE BRAvFLY.

The world is half darkened with crosses,
Whose burdens are weighing them down;
They crOak Of their stars and iIl-usage,
And grope In the ditch for Q crown.
Why talk to the wind Of thy fortune,
Or clutch at distinction and gold
II thou canst not reach high on the ladder,
Thou can steady its base BY thy hold.
For the flower, though hid In the corner,
Will as faultlessly finish its bloom-
Will reach for sparkle Of sunshine,
That the clouds have not dared 10 consume,
And wOnldst thou be less than flower
With thought, and brain, and hand?
Why wait for the dribb1es Of fortune, mand
When there's something that these may com
There is food to be won from the furroW,
And forests that wait to be hswp,
There 10 marble untouched By the chiseI
Days that break on the forehead Of June.
Will ye let the pillow rust in the furrow-
Unbuilded home or hall2
Nor bid the stones wake from their silence
Nor fret as II fretting were ell?
Go learn Of the blossom and ant-hi
There's something thy labor must give,
Light the beacon that pierces the Tempest,
Strike the cold from thy footing and live.
I-ive-nOt trail with thy face in the drOss. heap,
In the track OF the brainless and proud,
Lit the cetemsnts away from thy manhood,
ThOu'rt robbing the dead Of shrOud.
There's words and there's pens to be welded,
There's thought that must die IL unsaid,
W0uldst thou saunter and pine away roses,
Or sepulchTe dreams that are dead!
NO. drag not thy hope to the pyre,
Dreams dead from the ashes will rise
Look not down On the earth for its shadow
There is sunlight for thee in the skies.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-12

ALL ORDERS from the country promptly attended
to- and warranted to give Satisiacton Goods sent free
III. w. JONES & co.
Placervllle, December Ath, lsOs.-Ufl
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-12
AaVsPsIslng.
jon PRINTING.
PLAcRRv1LLB POST OFFICE.
Ear AasAsoEaESTs.

aAtI ARaAHoHMRNTa
MAIL Il dls1atehsd from thIs eRce daily SUNDAYS ex
ceTsed, to sA@1@en'o. san Fse0elsee, and eli paFts
Of ths State, WhIeh closes At O'eloek, ?. ~
special mall 10 dispatched daAy, sandAya Ixcepsed 10
Colon'a ria CceA ePrnEs, which cossS a. o'clock w.
special mAh a aiso dlapatched dAny. Sundays ex:cpt.
o'clock r. u.
weekly ~sn ~ Gs dspasoheA issm THE Office to YA.
dletown eid. NevtSwn aud CcAaFvaIe, every Monday
noTning. Man ceoseu ~ OCiWck 4 Sunday night.
rr Weekly man wM be diapaAehed from this Office 10
Indian NleRinRs eta. NsWt0wn and CesaVvli-. Z" he
c'oed on SunAay, Taesaay, aud Thursday ats Ocuk ~
The mais '"r the Atlantic States, Europe, Ac ciOse
ehis Oece aoaa ths ~ aud lSth of each month"; exeett
when these days e~ae eaiurdAy, and usen they will
Ciose the day prrVSouA
The Mails tsE Oregon and WAsAnEton TeVVitOTies are
d'Ps-cheA semLa~s'hiy, Immediately amer the arrival
Of the AuAadc mAAs.
weekly mAa IN Ae dispatched fF~W this oAce u the
Atlantic ssaten eSN Carson Valley and Salt Lake city,
NJ y"serh Ass~sE :" Ne closed every Friday O'Clock
y. W. t<tteVs intended N be By thlS maA muS be
marked. " etd falt Late CITY.
OtH1CE NOCRA-rhIs once Vfn Ne tert open daily.
&and.ys execvteA. fom o'cloeh, A. ~, Ih H. NJ; and
from ~ I'm ~, PM
On e1nAays-Rron tin IL. A. NJ. and from, Mn T. r.
~ A. w. THATCHER, Post Master.
Mountain Democrat. [volume] (Placerville, El Dorado Co., Cal.) 1854-1860, 1859-02-12
Ell DORADO
CIGAR! TOBACCO! FRUIT !
AN
" a r. 4 ETY. = tore +!
Main Street PImeervlIIe

NITE subscriber offers to the public choice lot Of Ci.
i gars, Tobacco, Books, Stationery, Fruit Nuts, Can.
dies, etc.
Having made arrangements with houses below, he 10 In
constant receipt of the choicest brands OF CIGARS and
TOBACCO which he offers At Wholesale or retail CHEAT
POR CASH.
lie has. also. large stock Of BOOKS, STATIONERY.
CUTLERY, etc. which he offers at reduced prices. The
CHOICEST FRUITS the market affords, such as Apples
Peaches Figs etc.,-always hand and for sale low
The public are respectfully invited TO give \ call
He COfN,
[novl3tfl Under Masonic Hall, Main st.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1859-11-10

The Great BaHoon.--The great expert
ment OF Prof. Lowe, in the construction and
inflammation of his mammoth BALBOA, the
getty of New York, is creating considerable
interest. Thousands of visitors daily flock
to the grounds where the balloon is being
filled. The process of infamation, which
was suspended yesterday on account Of the
high winds, which rendered the partially in
t1ated balloon manageable, was Resume d
to-day. The balloon is about one third int1a-
ted, and presents the appearance OF huge
yellow dome gradually rising out OF the
earth. The inflammation will probably occu-
py the whole OF next week. The expert
ment is attracting considerable attention in
France, where ballooning has found many
devotees. The Paris papers have given their
readers full description of his arial snip,
and the lively interest taken there in regard
to the trans Atlantic trip will insure Mr..
Lowe cordial welcome, should he ever land,
as he hopes to do, in France.-N. Y. etter,
Saturday.
The day book. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 1857-1867, 1859-11-10
NORFOLK
COMMERCIAL INSTITUTE,

COMMERCIAL INSTITUTE,
FOX YOUNG G EN n l. E M II N
AT JOHNSON'S HALL.
'ISHE Undersigned proposes to open in this
l. city on Monday October oath all Institu-
ton, bearing the above title, the great and
primary object of which Is one of vast impor-
lance to the Mercantile community; that of en-
abling the young man from the very commence
ment of his career in the counting room to
understand all books and papers that may come
under his notice. The course of instruction In
B o 0 K K E E P N G,
VIII be Of the most thorough and practical
character, copiously illustrated by Lectures and
Exercises on the Black Board, embracing the
Grammatical CONSTRUCTION and Composition of
MERCANTILE CORRESPONDENCE; and the pro-
cess of drawing up accounts carrent and sales,
equating payments, computing exchange on
drafts and remittances, &c. &c.
r E " Nj A N SHIP
By the use of Davisons patent Muscular
Guide to Penmanship the student acquires not
only beautiful, but expeditions hand writing.
Specimens of Improvement made i'll the writ
ing of former pupils may be seen at the Hall,
where gentlemen desiroas of joining the Glass
will please to leave their names, with place of
residence.
Terms made known to the members at the
first meeting.
A. HAWKINS.