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The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-07-26

A Licerice, in Mass and stick. ~ the best
quality.
GUN ARABIC txenunei. foE Tubacconists.
TONQuA BEANS-Ansasturn, black and Crys~
taiized.
OLIVE OIL in glass Of new crop. In stofe and
for sale low BY J. PETRIEl.p GEORGE 81
In NJ Blair and Co.'s Buildinza Corner
my l-Sm 18th and Cary stss
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1859-07-26

cnIc 81 Screfala, Rhsnmatism, e Phiiis psl1Gs
ON the Skin, Nervous AaersioHs k,ssgla 4sseefis,
Diseases. Dyspsps's. fcfSNsf'w ifsHN II psGs sGsARiIcH. -
Apcshecary sn& 1ussist, kaIktsS itss i!sss: ns.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
COUNCIL, OF STATE,

The Council of State met in Raleigh the 18th
inst. Present, Jno A. Avertt, Sr., of Onslow,
J. T. Cranberry of Perquimans, Jno. J.. Brdgers
of Edgecombe, p. NJ. Powell of Richmond, J. A.
Waugh of Forsythe VIM. J. Yates of Mecklen-
burg. Justice Whitaker, of Wake, administered
the usual oaths The Council was organized by
the selection Of A. Averitt, Esq, President,
and appointing Graham Dawes, Esq, Secretary.
The following nominations made by Gov. Ellis
were approved
Internal Improvement Bodrd.-Nicholas NJ.
Long of Halifax, and James Fulton of New Hano-
yer.
Literary Boord-Arch. Henderson of Rowan,
VIM. p Ward of Jones, and Jas. B. Gordon of
Wilkes.
The Governor is c6fcio President of these
Boards.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
A SCENE IN THE SENATE.

In the Senate on the 9Th inst, quite scene
occurred during the appointment of Magistrates
by that body. Mr. Turner of Orange, it appears
from the report in the Standard, acted very con-
spicuous part in opposing the lists of recommends
tons sent up from the House. He made specific
charges against some, and opposed others without
giving any reasons; moved to adjourn, called for
the ayes and noes at every possible time, refused
to take his seat when called to order by the Speak
er and behaved bad generally.
While we fully concur in the opinion that the
Legislature should exercise great caution in APP
pointing persons Justices of the peace, we
nevertheless think that Mr. Turner's factious course
in wasting the public time and in refusing to be
governed by the rules of the Senate, was very I'M
becoming, not to say dissraceful and we very much
mistake the people of Orange if he is not "likely
to be called in question for that days uproar."
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

In this county, on the 18th inst by the Rev. Jethro
Rample P Ross, ESQ., to Miss Sale, youngest daugh-
ter of the late Thomas Oliver.
Our thanks to the happy pair for complimentary
slice of cake. May much prosperity and happiness
crown their union]
In this County, the 18th inst, by Jas Johnston,
ESQ., Mr. Joseph Knox to Miss Mary L., daughter of Mr.
Robt White.
In this county, the 14h nst by c. Overman, Esq.
Mr. Samuel Blythe to Miss Sarah Adams
In Salisbury the 4th inst Mr. L Wilkie of Ca
tawba CO.. to Miss Emily P, daughter of Allen, Esq
of Davidson county.
In Rowan county, the 3oth of Dec, Mr. Joseph
Rumple to Miss Rebecca Lawrence. Also, the 4th
of January, Mr. A S Lawrence to Miss Mart Graham.
In Burke county. on the 3Oth ult, Mr. 7 Taylor to
Miss Ann McElrath.
In York District, on the ed ult Mr. John L Hays to
Miss Sarah Shiliington. ..s-r
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

HoMIcIDE-On Tuesday evening about dusk, a
difficulty occurred at the Planters Hotel, in this
City, between Erastus Hogg and Sherwood H. Pa
ri>h, which resulted in the death of the latter.
Hogg is a saddler residing in this City and board
ing at the Planters Hotel, and Parish was the
clerk of the Hotel. 1t appears that some misun-
derstanding existed previously between the two,
and that threats had been made by both. Mr. Pa
IRISH, with the consent or by direction of Mr. Win
ton, the proprietor, bad made out account for
board against IIogg, which the latter had neglect
ed to pay; whereupon he given to understand
by Parish that he would not he permitted to take
seat again at the table. When the time for sup
per arrived Hogg proceeded usual to the dining
room, Parish meanwhile stationed himself near
the door of the room, armed with pistol and
sword-cane. AS Hogg passed Parish, the latter
snapped the pistol at him, whereupon Hogg turned
upon him and instantly plunged his knife several
times into his shoulder and breast infcting wounds
of which Parish died in less than five minutes
Hogg was arrested and committed to prison; and
on yesterday he was brought before his Honor
Judge Saunders, who, on hearing the evidence in
the case held Hogg to bail in the Of five hun
dred dollars to appear at our next Superior Court
-Rahigh Standard.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

PRACTICAL AMALGAMATIoN.--The Detroit
(Michigan) Free Press gives the particulars of an
elopement of young girl, named Sarah Judson,
aged IS, with black, buck negro. The family
is said to have occupied frst-class position in
society; but the father of the girl being red-hot
abolitionst, to make show of consistency, was in
the habit of associating with negroes and encour-
aging an intimacy between them and bis family.
The daughter has put his principles to the test,
practiced what the father preached, and covered
the family with disgrace. To cap the climax, the
girl is an hciress, and her ebony lord has bright
prospect before his dark face, provided he survives
bullets and strychnine Il is difficult to account
for an act like this on the part a young giri-an
act manfestly repugnant to all the finer feelings
of her nature-upon any other ground than that
Of direct Judgment sent upon a reckless fanatic.
What dark future in life opens to embrace his
daughter!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

DOUGLAS AND THE CHARLESTON CoNvEN-
TIoN.-The acknowledged organ of Mr. Douglas
in Illinois, the Chicago Times, in speaking OF Mr.
Douglas in connection with the nomination for the
Presidency, says:
"Mr Douglas will not ask nomination at the
hands of the Charleston Convention. If in that
body his friends should present his name, and he
be nominated, he will not feel at liberty to decline
it; if his friends should not present his name, then
the nominee of the Convention will receive his
support. The use of his name by any man or
body of men, as candidate for the Presidency or
any other office, independent of and hostile to the
nominations of the Democratic party, is altogether
unauthorized by Mr. Douglas, will never receive
his sanction and is wholly repugnant to his wishes
and desires We say this much with full knowl-
edge of its truth, and knowing that we express in
this particular his own sentiments"
1t has been rumored about Washington that Mr.
Douglas favored the nomination of Gov. Wise, of
Virginia, by the National Convention; but this is
very improbable, as Mr. Douglas has given way
twice for others, and it is not likely he will
voluntarily relinquish his chance.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

IHE MAIL TO MoNRoE.-We especially direct the at
tentl"n OF the Post Office authorities Washington
the neglect Of the and carrier between this
place and Monroe, being part of 5T44. We have
frequently heretofore appealed those concerned not
to neglect to supply Providence, Sharon and other
Offices the line; the Postmaster at this place and
others along the line have done the same thing but
nothing seems to prompt them to perform the duty ac-
cordng to contract. Therefore appeal to the p NJ
General, and mark this paragraph and send il to him
Al the offices mentioned there large number of
newspaper readers, most of whom ought to get their
papers by Wednesday mornings mail, but for two
weeks IN succession the stage driver has neglected to
go by those offices and various other occasions has
failed in the same way.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
III. B. WILLIAMS a. CO..

Wish all those customers who bought Groceries on
short time to call and pay up Our profits too short
to ask often for the amount.
We have hand large supply CT
Bacon, Flour, Corn and Meal
Best New Orleans Sugar.
g Syrup and Molasses.
Crushed Sugar-Stewart's best.
Powdered Sugar,
Granuated " "
A. B. a-d G. Sugar.
Tea best green.
Candles, Best Goshen Cheese, &c.
Rio Coffee.
Old Government Java, and Jamaica Coffee, superior.
The above Goods will be sold low for cash. Wholesale
Retail, low.
Jan. Is, 1859. IF
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
Ne,c Colonization Scheme.

Augusta, Jan 11.-Advices from Mobile state
that the Mexican and Central American Colonial
ton Association has been dissolved, and new one
formed with the title of the Arizona, Mexicar and
Central American association. The movement is
said to be endorsed by leading Southern and New
York gentlemen, who negotiating for, and al
ready, have purchased land grants in the new ter
ritory of Arizona, which they intend colonzing.--
Gen Henningsen, it is reported, has been appoin-
ted Chief Engineer and will take out with him a
large body of emigrants during the ensuing spring
and summer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

COALFIELDS RAILROAD.-It will be seen bv
reference to our Legislative proceedings that the
bill to aid this important State work has been
rejected in the Senate on its Sd reading, by the
very extraordinary course of the Speaker of that
body. The vote stood p to %, Speaker Clark
voting and making it Il tie. The vote has, how
ever been rcconsidered, and will be taken up again
Oh Wednesday.
We regret to say that we now consid,r
the passage of the bill very doubtful. The enc
mics of the Danville connection had it amended
so as to Prevent the Road from crossing the
North Carolina Road, and we learn it cannot
get the votes it has had. We know of
one Senator who has always voted for the bill be-
cause he believed it great State work entitled to
aid, and he has voted for it once since the odious
and tantalIzing restriction placed in it, but he
says that he cannot see how he can consistent
ly continue to give it his support. The friends of
the Damyillc Connection have not sought to make
anything out of the Coal Field Road Bill-nlanv
of them have given ii liberal support from patri-
otto motives, and no doubt will continue to do so
if consistent with their feelings and the rights Of
their constitGents-and there was no necessity for
the odous restriction by which the success of the
bill is jcopardized.
The original charter of the Coal Field Railroad
allows branches in any direction, and if the bill to
aid the Road is not passed. it is thought that the
Danville connection can be built without further
legislation. If So Fayetteville will not lose any
thing by the failure of the aid measure now be-
fore the Legislature.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
Plantation For Sale.

will sell at public sale on TUESDAY THE 25th
OF JANUARY, being court week in Charlotte, n c.,
my plantation fifteen miles of said town on the
Catawba River, known the residence of the late Robt
Johnston, Sr., embracing 10 or II of excellent
Meadow Land, ahd 70 to 100 of river bottom.
Good Apple and Peach Orchards; whole place well
watered. Brick residence and all necessary out
buildings, including Clubhouse. similar place of
400 cannot be found in the part of the
State.
Possession given Immediately. Terms made known
day of sale. RUFUS VI. JOHNSTON.
Jan. Is, 1859 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

FRED DOUGLASS DAUGHTER FOR SALE
Among the servants offered for sale by Mr.. For
rest, of Memphis, Tenn, is girl who is known to
be the daughter of the notorious Fred Douglass the
'free-nigger'' Abolitionist She is said to be of
the class known among the dealers ''likey girl,
and is a native of North Carolina. She remembers
her ''parient very wildly having seen him during
his last visit to the Old North State. The Mem
phis 4calanche suggests that Fred is amply able
to make the outlay he should either purchase his
own flesh and blood from servitude, or cease his
shrieks over an institution which possesses such
told DEMONSTRATING Express.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
Dissolution Of Copartnership.

YENHE Firm of BROWN, STITT CO. was dis
u solved on the lst day of January, 1859, by mu-
tua consent We feel very grateful to friends for
their liberal patronage, and hope they will confer the
same Successors
1t is very important that should close up our
business All persons owing US by Account will please
call and settle immediately and they must not expect
any further Roce from u.s. shall give all
accounts the first of May for collection irrespective
of persons. If cannot get accounts settled by
Notes we intend to have them settled by Judgments.
BROWN, STITT S CO..
Jan. l9, 1859. 44-4t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
THE LEGISLATURE.

Nothing Of great Importance was transacted the
past week, except the rejection of the DanviIle
Connection bill Saturday in the Commons
The bill was discussed during the week by several
gentlemen. Gov. Morehead advocated the measure
in speech of great force and power, commencing
Monday and concluding on Saturday 1t is said
to be the abest effort of his life, and we hope ar
engagements will be made to lay it before the pub
lie. 1t has not been answered in the House
{althOugh several attempts were made and cannot
be- The vote stood 50 to 37-a large number
lodging the issue
At a future time we intend to notice the
speeches of some gentlemen who opposed the
measure, especially those who talked about the
duty of the West to trade at eastern y. c. towns
while they themselves diving in the east send all
their produce to Virginia markets.
During the week the proposed amendments to
the charter of the Western n. G. RAILROAD were
discussed in the Senate. On Wednesday, Nh
Blcdsoe, of Wake, made able speech in favor OF
the al rdioren principle of taxation.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

KENTUCKY PoLITICs-The Democratic State
Convention of Kentucky. recently in session at
Frankfort, endorsed the bred Scott decision and
the Cincinnati Platform; denounced sectional agi-
tation at the North and know -nothingism; cncour-
aged the acquisition of Cuba endorsed the Ad-
ministration, and professed determination that
the differences upon minor points should not be
permitted to disturb the harmony of the democracy
of Kentucky.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

THE WILMINGTON, CHARLOTTE AND RUTHER-
FORD RAILROAD CoMpANY.-We learn, through
a reliable source, that the President of the Com
pany has effected the loan of sufficient sum to put
the first twenty-five miles Of the road from Walk
er's Ferry, ON the Cape Fear river, in running
der; and the directors pressing the work with
all possible energy The laying of the track will
probably commence in April next Wadesboro'
Argus
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

THE REVENUE BILL.-By the Kindness of n.
n. Fleming, Esq of Rowan, we have been placed
in possession of copy of the Revenue bill in
troduced into the Commons by the Finance Com
mittee. We shall notice of its provisions
next week The bill will raise about $3.50, 600
additional revenue.
Our thanks are also rendered to Comptroller
Brogdcn for copy of his Report.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

In Rowan, Miss Maria Cook, aged 81 years.
In Guford county, the gath of Dec, 1858, Mrs
Jane Donnell wife of Mr. Emsley Donnel age 81 years
In Yorkville, the 9Th inst, Sarah Rebecca, only
child of Asbury and Eliza Coward.
In York District, the 9th inst, Mrs Elijah
Black, aged s. years.
In Rntherfordton the End inst, Mrs Priscilla
Greene, in the 25th year of her age.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

By y merchant in this place has handed the
following for publication
Mr. james McNely who lives 6 miles from
Charlotte, between the Salisbury and Statcsvillc
roads, raised So bushels of Barley on one acre and
three quarters. As there will be great demand
for Barley in Charlotte and Columbia, our farmers
would do well to raise Barley principally, because
wheat will be low for some time coming, in conse-
quence of the quantity exported from the Black
and East seas
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
IliIIsborough Military Academy.

ON JANUARY 18th, 1859, the Institution above.
named will be opened at Hillsborough, n. G. to be
conducted in chief by Captain c. c. TEW, late Super
intendent of the State Military Academy Columbia
South Carolina, and Mr. W. d. GAILLARp graduate
of the South Carolina Military Academy, and In
strctor of approved experience The drill discipline,
and of studies will assmilate nearly prac-
tcable to those of the Virginia and South Carolins
State Military Institutions The studies ofthe first two
years preparatory course, win be, Arithmetic, Age
bra, English Grammar, History of the United States,
History of England, Ancient history, Mythology, Geog
raphy French and Latin The details Of the advanced
course will be announced hereafter.
The Academic year will continue uunterruptedly
from January 18th to the 4th week in November.
The charge viii be $500 per annum, payable az
follows 500 at the commencement of the Academic
year; 500 on May Ist and 500 ON August lst, for
which the Academy will provide Instruction, Text
Books Stationary, Quarters, Board Fuel, Lights,
Washing Clothing Except shirts, drawers and socks)
and Medical attendance. .s...--.s...z l....... f
No pupil will be admitted under l3 1s years
of age who cannot read and write with facility.
ESE- For further Information address the undcrsigr-
ed at Hillsborough. n. G. c. &. TEW.
Jan. 4, 1859 ct
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

Having retired from the practice OF Medicine, tenders
his thanks to his former patrons, and would notify all
those indebted hin By account TO settle inn
medately all of his funds needed to invest III
another branch of business
White Hail. Necklenburg CO., n. c.. Jan. 10, 1850 3t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

LATER FROM KANsAs.-Latest news from Kan
sas reports the government troops and volunteers
concentrating for the purpose of attacking and sub
DUNG the outlaws under Montgomery, who has
been committing outrages both in the Territory
and in the border counties in Missouri.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

ENGLISH CoNvICTs TO BE SENT HOME.-It
appears that two of Her Brttanic Majesty's sub
jects, recently arrived in New York fresh from
the prisons of England, have been locked up by
the Mayor of that city for safe keeping, until such
time as the vessel which brought them can return
and carry them back from whence they came.
Their names are Henry Richards and VIM Smith;
the former was imprisoned four years in London
for burglary and the latter served three terms of
II, 5 and months on conviction of felony. They
say their passage to this country was paid by the
Secretary of the Discharged Prison Aid Society.
There arc plenty of such characters in New York
without importation, and these men, who cleft
their country for their country's good will be
forthwith returned Exactly right
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
Administrators Notice.
6 or 7 Likely NEGROES for Sale.

The undersigned having letters of administration on
the of the late Thomas Williamson, decd will
expose sale the premises where said intestae died
in Lincoln county the Catawba River on Wednes-
day the End day of February next, all his personal es
tate. consisting in part of likely end valuable
NEGROES Also, stock of Horses, Cattle Hogs, Farm
ing Implements, Household and Kitchen Furniture,
Books &c will also lease the Farm for the ensuing
season
BsA- Terms made known the day of sale.
n bah Persons having Claims against said estate
requested present them in due time properly
thentcated for payment and all persons indebted to
said estate are required make immediate payment
the undersigned. WV. LANDER, Admir-.
January 10, 1859. st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

HEAVY RoBBERY.-A negro trader named D..
Mckay, from North Carolina, seized by two
men in Montgomery, Ala, on the oath ult and
robbed of 81 300 in cash, and $4,000 to $4,000
in drafts. Two men have been arrested on suspi-
cion, but without the money.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

I. S. SENATOR'S Henry Wilson has
been reelected I. S. Senator by the Massachusetts,
Legislature, and VIM. Pitt Fessenden has been
reelected from Maine.
Ex-Governor Bingham has been elected United
States Senator by the Legislature of Michigan.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18

Beg~ A Fire occurred in Charleston on Monday,
the 10th inst, destroying property to the amount
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18


The SOLDIERS PENSION BILL, which recently
passed the House of Representatives, is certainly
the most reckless, ''squanderng" measure that has
ever been acired through that body. 1t provides
for paying annually to old soldiers who have been
engaged for sixty days and upwards in any acor
Cor rumor of war; pension Of 500 for II months
service, So for months, and $50 for 60 days; re-
curing, perhaps, s10,OO0,OOO per annum. The
North of course voted for it, it holds out pros
pect of depicting the treasury and thereby crea-
ting the necessity for high tariff We are glad
to sec that the n. G. delegation, with the excep-
ton of Mcssrs Gileer and Vance, voted against it.
The following from Washington correspondent
of the New York Times, gives some idea of the in
fluence which pressed the bill through the House :
"a grand combination is forming here for an
overpowering attack upon the Senate, soon after
the reassembng of Congress- to procure the passage
of the pension BILL which was engineered through
the House of Representatives a few days ago
This certainly is one of the most extraordinary
bills that ever slipped through either branch of
Congress.-IIow it happened to pass the lower
House it would be difficult to tell True it received
very heavy vote, but have scarcely been able to
find single man who voted for it who does not say
without hesitation, that it ought not to become a
law So strong was the lobby influence in it's favor
that Representatives had not the moral courage to
vote against it, and scores of them day are pray
ing most fervently for its rejection by the Senate
This is notorious, as any readily ascertain
by little inquiry. If the question upon it had
been taken by secret ballot it would not have
received forty votes. Mr. Lovejoy, of Illinois, so
stated to the House on the day Of its passage, and
nobody doubted or challenged his assertions
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
LENCOLNTOy.
Valuable House and Lot for Sale
.. Ea or Rent e.'-.

The subscriber is authorized to sell rent the House
ia which he now resides. Possession given of tho
Store-room and Cellar immediately and of the remain
der OF the building the lst of March.
Persons wishing TO rent or purchase are invited to
examine the premises of this we-known BUSINESS
STAND. The House is conveniently arranged for
large family having Library and numerous China and
Clothes Presses also well adapted for bcarders having
two pair of stairs. &c. -.ss-y
Further particulars unnecessary. Terms known By
calling on the subscriber.
q S..g j. A. RAM5EUR
Jan. II, 1880. Ina
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-01-18
RELIGIOUS Notice.

The RI. REV. P. LYNCH, Bishop of Charleston, S. c.
will preach and administer the Sacrament of Cor erma
ton in St. Peters Catholic Church of this place, the
lst Sunday of February -.
Charlotte, n. C. January Is, 1859. 'E.