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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
THE RESOLUTIONS APPROVED

We are gratifed to see that the press of both
parties approve the resolutions passed by the Coun
ell Of State, excepting the one complimenting the
President. Probably we ought not to have ex-
Pected our whig friends to approve that one.
While democrats feel that it was eminently proper
to endorse Mr. Buchanan, man who has always
tried to maintain the rights of the South who
alienated many of his friends at the North by IA
voring the admission of Kansas with constitution
recognizing slavery, the opposition seem to think
otherwise. But we won't grumble about that now;
let that pass, and let all southern men unite on
some plan to protect southern people in their rights
and prevent the success Of abolition schemes in
the South. Apart from those compmenting Gov
Wise and the President, there is nothing in the
resolutions that good southern man can possibly
object to- Certainly all are in favor Of arrcsting
abolition emissaries who come among Ia, in favor
Of preventing the dissemination of abolition docu-
ments and papers through the post offices in this
State and in favor Of preparing to resist invasion
and to meet any emergency that may be forced
upon US. No one we hope, Of either party can be
found in North Carolina opposed to necessary pre-
caution and preparation.
The Fayetteville Observer speaking of the &C
ton of the Council, says:
ave copy from the Standard the proceedings
Of this body, which, under unusual circumstances
of an unusual character, and such as, in the
main, the people of North Carolina will approve Of
They are, in the main, such tie Constellation
authorizes hot Lody to odopt."
Knowing, We do, the loyalty Of the editors Of
the Observer to southern institutions and southern
rights, the above endorsement is nothing more
than what we expected from them, notwthstand-
ing the politics Of those who originated and adopt
ed the resolutions are democratic.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

E25@ We somewhat surprised at the suggestions
OF our friends of the Fayetteville Observer about
saus upon Mr. Gilmc- when felt that had treat
ed that gentleman with much leniency-a great deal
than he deserved In fact have had very little
say about him. only referring his sustain
our statements. Nr Gilmcr voted just as we have
charged him with voting-we charged him with
sympathzing with rCpublicansm-we showed the facts
and left the public to draw its conclusions. That
he acted imprudcnty in the last Congress don't see
how any one can dcny-his action in the present Con-
gress speaks for ITSELF and appeal to the Observer
say fit approves Of his interference to prevent vote
being taken on Mr. Carks resolution declaring that
man who recommended Helpers book is fit TO be Speak
cr. Does not the Observer think it the duty of all
southern men in the House to favor direct vote on
question of that Kind? In view of Mr. GiImer's
duct, it does appear that he has been hit lick
amiss and while do not charge him with unSound-
heart the all-mportant question of slavery
consider him dangerous man to send to Congress
from southern State at this time, the fact mentioned
by the Observer that he is Shareholder to the con-
trary notwithstanding.
Now another word about the P. 0. Bill and we have
done. On denomination of the Congressional Globe
find that we were mistaken about the time the
bill from the House to the Senate-the Obser-
yer is right-t was Is min past a. the day of
the 4th instead of the night of the Sd But that don't
affect the position assumed by at the first OF this
discussion that the Senate did not have time to con-
slider and pass the bill ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS or day,
the Senate only had As minutes of the session left after
receiving the Bill from the House. So, in conclusion,
we still contend that had it not been for the pas
sage of Grows factious resolution (Which support
ed by Gilmer and vance, all the difficulty would have
been avoided and the Bill passed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

EEg- a democratic meeting was held at Ncwbern
last week, at which resolutions were passed re
affirming the principles Of the democratic party as
laid down in the platforms at Cincinnati and Char
lotte: and expressing preference for the re-nomi
nation of Gov. Ellis. Among the proceedings we
notice the following:
"'Pending the consideration Of the resolutions
D. X. McIiac Esq, made few remarks in which
he alluded in eloquent terms to the nationality Of
the democratic party, and the necessity Of con-
ccntrated effort Of all the conservative clements Of
the country, North and South, for the defeat Of
the Black Republicans and the promotion Of the
Union. The next Presidential contest would pro-
badly seal the fate of the Union, and looking On
the democratic party as the only party promising
the power to avert its overthrow, he would labor
with whatever power he had to assist his brother
democrats in achieving a victory"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
Presidency =!

ry~ We stand corrected by the Fayetteville Observer
in regard to remark last week, that f the ScIth
ern opposition members would vote tor democrat the
organization of the House could be effected without de-
Law" We discovered the soon after portion Of
our issue last week printed If the southern cop
position" with the Administration demo-
Gratis as think they ought to do to prevent the cleo
ton of Sherman) organization could not be effected
without the votes of the anti-Leccmpton democrats
some of whom refuse to cooperate in that way. We
look upon such ant-Lecompton democrats as Hickman
and askns better than black republicans and as
not entitled TO be ranked democrats any longer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
DIED.

In Union county, the 6th inst, of pneumonia, Mrs
Burnett, wife of Mr. John Burnett. She was a woman
of high responsibility in the community in which she
lived, leaving large family and wide circle Of rea-
tions and friends to their loss.
In Salisbury, the 18th instant, Mr. j. II. Jenkins
aged about As years.
At Chapel Hill, on the 2lst ult, Mrs Mary A. wife
ofMr Calvin Scott, aged 81 years.
In LincOlnton the 29th ut Mrs Lucy VI. Ramseur
wife of Mr. J. H. Ramseur, aged II years.
In Lincoln county the 18th of Oct, Thomas Nc
Nicely, son of Mr. R NJ Bell Also, the 18th of Nov,
infant son of r NJ and Lydia J Bell.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

TExAs,-In q letter from Washington, Texas,
to the Wilmington Journal we find the following:
Dec. 2 TIP TO this time We have had remark
ably warm winter; even up to last night the Their
mometer stood about - degrees above zero. and
up to ten o'clock it was very warm. About that
holr it blew up ''Norther' and we had quite a
good rain, the first we have had since the last of
August, of any amount. About two o'clock this
morning it commenced :sleeting," and now the
earth is about four inches deep with sleet, and still
it falls It is very cold, much colder than [ ever
felt it in North Carolina.
The yellow fever has been raging in Galveston,
Houston, Hampstead Cypress City, Monterey and
several other cities and towns in this State but
hope this spell will check the fatal disease Our
town is filed, and has been for two months nearly
with the citizens OF the different Places awaiting
for the fever to abate.
The Cotton crops" have been very good in this
part Of the State, and the prettest sort Of weather
for gathering crops. We are buying Cotton from
the farmers now at from 8 Il to 10 cts. per 10.
for good middling.
There is large emigration to this State at this
time, and any number of families are settling in
and about our town. [ glad to say some Of
them are from good old North Carolina.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
YIELD OF COTTON.
CHARLOTTE. De

CHARLOTTE, Dec. Is. 1859.
The Executive Committee of the Mecklenburg Agri-
cultural Society, in conformity a resolution previous
ly adopted, make the following publication Of the
Reports received from competitors the yield of Cot
ton, and award Premiums to the successful planters
follows.
Thomas B. Price of Steel Creek Mecklenburg county
from OF reclaimed land gathered 2,6l2 pounds
of seed cotton
Peter Cox of Mill Grove, Cabarrus county, gathered
from 22l0 pounds.
Saml. NJ. Withers, Davidson College, Meckenburg
county, gathered 2,l73 pounds from acre.
Andrew Springs, Hickory Grove Meckenburg county,
gath orod from 1r12o pounds
John NJ. Potts, of Steel Creek his Turner planta-
ton gathered G584 pounds from four acres, being l646
pounds per
In conformity to the above reports, the premium of
Silver Pitcher is awarded to Thos B. Price for the
largest yield single acre, and Silver Pitcher to
Maj. John NJ Potts for the largest yield four
The competitors required to hand to the commit
tee report of the manner in which this cotton
cultivated, for the benefit of the Society.
The successful competitors will call the Treasurer
P. j. Lowrie, and receive their premiums
J. A. YOUNG, Chm. Elk. Com.
Mr. Price stated to that he cultivated his cotton
old field Of fifty years standing He ploughed
deep and MANFRED it with common stable manure.-ED.l
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
1000 Acres Of Land,
$500 Bushels Corn, II Mules, Horses,
&C., to be Sold!

will sell to the highest bidder, at Mount Welcome
Forge, Lincoln comfy, the late residence Of Dr. VIM.
Johnston, decd on the FIFTH Of JANUARY next, IT
Mules or Horses, large number Of cattle, hogs &c.
Also, or 8 Wagons Of various Sizes $500 Bushels
of Corn large quantity of Hay and Fodder quantity
Of Iron and Castings; large assortment of Farming
implements. and a new Wheat Thrasher Also, FAM
lily Carriage, Buggy and Harness, and other articles
usually attached to large plantations.
At the time, will sell to the highest bidder,
that well-known and valuable COTTON FARM, known
the Riley Place" containing about $50 Acres of
Land, lying the Plank Road and being one of the
most productive Cotton plantations in this portion of
the State.
At the same time and place, will be publicly HIRED
for IL months, number CT M eEroe5.
Men, Women and Children.
E<2y~ The Sale will be liberal Credit, and con-
tinue from day to day till all is sold.
G7g~ will also sell about $500 Acres Of Land in
GLIDING Home Place. Forge, Mills, &C., upon PRIVATE
TERMS.
JAMES T. JOHNSTON,
Dec. 10, 1859 At Commissioner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

MILITARY ORGANIZATIONs.--W learn that
military companies are being formed generally in
this section. Besides the at Pinevie, they are
organizing company in the neighborhood Of Pro-
violence church.
The Charlotte Light Infantry Company" was
organized last week by the election Of VIM. \
Owens as Captain and 5. ". Davis Wm. J. Kerr
and L. J. IIawcy, L;eutenants.
y meeting Of the Cavalry Company is to DC
held next Thursday for the purpose of clecting
officers
We are requested to say that meeting will be
held at sharon Academy on Tuesday next, 21th,
for the purpose Of forming a volunteer company
We learn that application has been made to the
Governor Tor arms from nearly every county in the
State.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
SITUATION WANTED.
Dec. 30, 1859.

Young Nan, qualified to prepare boys for College
desires situation as Teacher Testimonials of char,
acter and scholarship can be given.
REFERENCE: Alex. Wilson D. D. Melville " r.
G. W. Faucette Statesvilie, y. C. "
Address n. G. DIXON
Dec D, 1902 st Haw River, Alamance CO. n q
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
POCKET-B0OK LOST.

lost black Morocco Pockct-book the night Of
Friday the 9th inst between Charlotte and my house on
Clear Creek. 1t contained $40 so, one Note on L.
A Simpson for SIS payable to Abram Crowell, ard Tax
and other receipts Any finding the Pocketbook and
leaving it at the Democrat Office returning it 10 me
will be literally rewarded.
Dec l3, 1859 If JOSEPH BLAIR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
SWestern G9smotrot.
CHARLOTTE, II. &.
Tue<day, December 30, 1859.

DEMOCRATIC MEETINGs-We notice that IN
various parts Of the State democratic meetings
have been held for the purpose Of appointing dele
rates to the State Convention to DE held at Raleigh
on the Sth of March for the purpose Of nominating
= democratic candidate for Governor, and to Dis
rict Conventions to select delegates to the Nation
al Convention at Charleston.
In every meeting far, the administration Of
GOV Ellis has been cordially approved and he re-
co,nulenIcd for denomination. We believe this is
tie sentiment Of the democracy of the whole State.
or course it is expected that we should be
friendly disposed Gov. Ellis and his administra-
ton but say, sincerely, that in all inter
course with politicians and public officers have
never found one who was more anxious to discharge
his duties honestly, fairly, and in such way as
would promote Tie interests of the State and her
citizens, than John ". Ellis. While he is dcci-
dcd part man, his actions are not governed en-
;;rcIy by political or sectional considerations but
Iv on earnest desire to dD right and discharge the
responsible duties Of his official station so that
North Carolina may have honor and the people
Iryiit thereby.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

4 Proposition TO SURRENDER.-The Rich
Inond Morning News gives the following advice to
the Southern opposition members:
Let the Southern Opposition select the best Re
publican they find and rally on him, and they
will control the Speakership.'
The "Norning News supports Bolts for the
Presidency.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

a HoAN.-Ihe Rock Hill Chronicle saws that
the report that large legacy had been beoneatbed
to W. W. Walker, Jr., of Columbia, s. G.. bv
relative in England, has turned ont to be boax
and that a Broker in Charleston is S12 600 the
loser by his eagerness to accommodate the heir
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

HoGs-Several small droves have been in this
place. and have been selling freely at cents We
learn that the District generally is not supplied
Lancaster Led9er.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
EQUITY LAND SHE'S.

Acting under DEGREES Of the Court Equity for Meek.
lenhurg county, | will sell at Public Auction to the
highest bidder at the Court House Charlotte on the
4h Monday in January, $780, the following Tracts of
Land, to-wt:
A tract of Land situated the waters of Sugar
Creek, adjoining the Lands of Isaac Henderson, Frank
lin Barnett, Addison Frasier and Others containing
about go acres, being the land conveyed James H.
Orr by Jacob Thompson and r. D. Henderson. Terms
$50 cash. and the balance twelve months credit on bond
with two suretes, each of whom be good the
purchase money.
ALSO at the same time and place, will sell to the
highest bidder for ready money another Tract of Land
with good Saw Mill on it, known as the William Nc
Corkle tract the waters of Little Sugar Creek adj
joining the lands of VIM Norment, Daniel Smith
John Herron the Taggarts lands and others.
A. G. WILLIAMSON, C. ME-.
Dec. IS, 1859 9I-7t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
FROM CHARLEsTowN.

Aaempt Of Cook and Coppie to Escape-FTed upon By
the ,Sentinels and Re-QYrested
Gov. Wise received the following despatch from
Gen. TaIiaferro:
"CHARLEsrowN VA Dec. IS, I
8! o'clock P. NJ. !
''Cook and Coppe escaped from the Jail ten minutes
ago, but were fred upon by my sen,nels and driven
back from the top of the wall They are in charge
of sheriff Campbell in the Jail"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Esa7- The IEarpers Ferry affair has been, we
imagine, a great thing for the newspapers prov
ing that it is ill wind which blows nobody
good" Within the last month our circulation
has very greatly increased, and we now have a
larger number Of subscribers than we have ever
had before; for which we are duly grateful, mot
for the IIarper's Ferry difficulty but for the sub
scriherS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
To Railroad Contractors.

AAantic, Tennessee and Ohio Railroad.
Six miles of this Road will be located and ready for
contract by the goth of December. Persons DESTROYS
OF engaging in contracts upon this work. can see the
pcofles, ard estimates Of the earth-work by
calling at the Office Of the Company in Charlotte
bids may be addressed to the President VIM Johnston
at this place.
Charlotte, December 49, 1859
Ten additional miles will be ready for contract BY
the 18th of January 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

ARRESTED.-We learn that the Sheriff Of Gull
ford went to High Point Sunday last for the
purpose of arrcsting the Daniel Worth, The
agent % the Boston Tract Society, who has been
distributing Helpers book and sympathizias with
old John Brown. lie has been operating in Gull
ford, Randolph and Chatham for about years it
is said. He is an cid man, which fact suppose
saves him from severe punishment
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
EXECUTION OF COOK, COPPIC,
GREEN AND COPELAND:
WASHINGTON, ID

WASHINGTON, December 16.
Dispatches from Charlestown state that Green and
Copeland were hung IL o'clock, and the others
hung in the afternoon.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

RATHER FAsT.-The Richmond Enquirer has
an article headed q North Carolina for Henry A.
Wise" There are several gentlemen we had
rather see nominated for the Presidency than Gov.
Wise. He did his duty very we'll in the late DIFF
fcuties, but others would have met the crisis with
equally as much frmncss had they been in posi-
ton to require it.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

will hire, on Thursday the Goth of December near
Davidson College, at the late residence of Joseph Pat
tcrSon, decd for the term of 2 months TEN LIKELY
NEGROES, belonging to Jno. p. Patterson minor heir
J. P. ROSS, Guard'n.
Dec. 90, 1859. ct
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

nGge~ The appointment Of Judge Manly to the
Supreme Court Bench is spoken Of in approving
terms by the papers all the State, and appears
to give general satisfaction.
He23~ Gen. Scott has returned from his mission
to San Juan. The difficulty has been temporarily
adjusted, and the Island is to be occupied by beth
nations-American and British troops All the
American troops have been withdrawn except few.
ga The Legislature of Kentucky, last week,
reelected the Hon. J. c. Breckenridge to the l.
s. Senate.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

HoTEIs.--We learn that Mr w. VI. Fins,
Who has been keeping the Mansion House Hotel
t5r time past, rctires the 1st Of January.
i Is due to any who has exercised the accom-
1ao;atims aud obIiging disposition AIr Elms has to
safe that We have heard him spoken of in all
quarters rs model landlord and kind-heartcd
host; and the character of town, in the esti-
nation of travellers, depends to great extent on
the character of its Hotels, we hope Mr. rs place
may be filled BY some one who will equally merit
public praise.
We are not in the habit of putting, but we know
the Hotel accommodations of our town have not
been inferior to any in the State and are superior
to many The Charlotte Hotel, by Maj. Kerr, has
extensive reputation for good fare, and those
who have enjoyed the polite attention and smiles
Of the Major once, feel Kind Of " laundering" at
ter such things again.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

DIDN'T SUCCEED.-Et is stated that 80 or 40
"drummers," agents of New York and Boston MGR
camille houses had returned home from the South
and reported the feeling of Indignation so great
against Northerners that they were obliged to
abandon the effort Of making sales in the South.
We are clad that these northern agents have not
met with better success. Let southern people re-
fuse to buy goods from the north, and we think it
will not be long before favorable change will take
place in the principles Of northern people.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

LAND! LAND,!-Our friend of the Iredell tx
press reminds US Of Patrick Ienrys man, who, i'll
time of the Revolution. followed the American
camp, "hoarsey bawlng Beef! Beef" While
the country is convulscd by recent events, our
contemporary is crying "Land, land :" He wants
our share of the public lands. Well, if the Union
is dissolved, we too, go for ':sheer" Of every
thing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
10 HIRE

On the first of January, at the Public Square in Char
lotte 10 or Is NEGROES, belonging to Mary A., minor
heir Of the late Rev. John Williamson.
J. NJ. HUTCHINSON
Dec. 90, 1859. ct Guardian
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

FoREEGN NEws.-The steamship America has
arrived with Liverpool dates to the Sd inst. All
qualities of Cotton have slightly declincd-about
an cighth-and the market was rather dull, but
quiet Political news unimportant.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
DIS SOEETEOg.

The Copartnership of Alexander & Chcsher is tn
day dissolved By mutual consent.
J. F. ALEXANDER.
Dec 10, 1859. 3t-pd A II. CuESuEIR
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Sz25> The next session Of the " c. Conference
OF the Methodist f. Church will be held at Sails
bury in December, 1860, As We learn from > cor
respondent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

g. = Go In order that the hands in our
Ef=s office may enjoy the Christmas hol-
:.0~ days, our next paper will be issued on
Saturday next, the 24th. Those wishing ADVERTISE
nentS inserted will please gakc notice and govern
themselves accordingly.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

PRETTY GooD.-Mr VIM. Bigham in the west
ern part of this county, killed two hogs, sixteen
months old, which weighed 900 pounds, net.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Ezs@ y new Post Office has been established on
the \. I, iia'troad, in this county called Qucrys'
and Jas \ Query appointed Postmaster.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
TO Hire.

A good Carriage and Farm BLACKSMITH.
Apply to JOHN n. SPRINGS
December ID, 1859 st