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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

THE EIGHTH DISTRICT.-A democratic District
Convention met in Asheve the 22d ult., and nomi-
mated David Coleman Esq the democratic candidate
for Congress in that District Mr. Vance is the oppos-
ton candidate.
Hon. W. W.Avery, whose name has been mentioned
in connection with the nomination. letter pre-
vious to the meeting of the Convention declining to
allow his be used Mr. Averys letter evinces
the true democratic spirit. We make the following
extract from it:
whilst Withdrawing thus premptoriy from the more
responsible and active labors of candidacy l shall
not consider self relieved in any degree from those
weghty obligations which rests upon every true demo-
crat, whether in public private station, to work
steadfaty and zealously for the of the party
and the advancement of its principles
The continued supremacy of the democratic organi-
cation in the councils of the nation alone protect
Southern institutions from hostile aggression, and
thereby perpetuae the Union of the States. The pres
ent Administration is true and faithful exponent of
the democratic sentiment upon the vital questions in
volved in the Sectional issues which likely
convulse the country and it deserves not only the
fdence but the ardent support of every national
in the Republic. This confidence should be eyinced
and this support made manifest by returning no one to
the popular branch of the National Legislature who is
not an othopox democrat
The opposition now making stupendous efforts
wherever elections in progress, to majority
against the Democracy in the House of Represen
tatives The result in this District may decide the
political complexion of that body The political COM
binatons now forming against look to the possibil
ity of defeating election before the people the
President and the consequent throwing of the
election into the House. In such contingency if the
Democracy be in minority a vote by States, the
election of aboltonist President becomes inevi-
table. 1t cannot be disguised that disunion, together
with all the calamties incident to the disruption and
breaking up of Government, would follow this dire
event
In view of the Importance which attaches the
political complexion of the House of Representa-
tves of the Congress Ct the United States invoke all
my political friends, and every other in the Dis
Constitution which it, to rally ardently to the
support of the democratic candidate whoever he may
be
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
MEETING OF INTERNAL IMPROVE.
MENT BOARD,

This board met in Raleigh the Goth ult. Present
His Lxcelency, Gov. Ellis, James Fulton, and n NJ.
Long Esqrs.
The Governor announced to the Board that he had,
through his private Secretary, effected the purchase
of the Cape Fear and Deep River works, with their
General Assembly for $685., 900 The Board then ap-
pointed Nixon and James Cassidy, Esqrs., of
New Hanover, Moses Bledsoe, Esq., of Wake, and
Henry a London Esq, of Chatham, Board of Com
missioners of said works.
On the proper certificate made by the Albemarle l.
Chesapeake Canal company, it was ordered by the
Board that the of 5 100 900, the part of the
State be subscribed the capital stock of said
pany, according to the provisions of act of the
General Assembly. The President of the Board,
Gov. Ellis was authorized make the subscription
and to notify the Public Treasurer of the same.
Owen Kenan, Esq. was appointed State proxy
in the call meeting of the stockholders of the Will
mngton Weldon R. R. Co. to be held on the 10th
of May.
resolution passed by the Board urging upon
the different Cos in which the State is interested
the necessity for the adoption of some method by
which the transmission of through fregets, with
ing to the State the profits arising therefrom, and
to seapOrts the credit, well enhanced bust
ness to be derived from the shipment, &c. of North
Carolina products.
This object it is thought can be effected by sys
tenn of through freight trains, by greater unity
of action among the Railroad Companies aforesaid.
A meeting of the commissioners of the Cape Fear
and Deep River works was held on the 9th, but did
nothing of Importance except to appoint, as Chief
Engineer, Edwood Norris Esq. of Pennsylvania
Mr. Morris is expected to be the works at early
day. Henry London. Esq, former Secretary and
Treasurer of the company was appointed Secretary
and Treasurer of the commission.-RdIegh Standard.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

COUNTY COURT.-The Court of Pleas and Quar-
ter Sessions for Mecklenburg was in session last
week. We believe there was no trial of any i'm
portance
The Office of Solicitor being vacant by the resig-
nation of r. p. Warning Esq, on Tuesday the
Court elected d. B. Rea, Esq, to ELL the place.
Mr. Rea is young gentleman just commencing
the practice of the law, and will no doubt make a
fjthfu!. energetic and acceptable officer.
VIM. NJ Parks and J. i. Jetton were elected
County Surveyors. Mr. Parks qualified, but we
learn that Mr. Jetton did not, and probably will
not accept the office.
John Walker, Esq, the former chairman Of the
Court who resigned last Fall, again qualified as
Magistrate
On Wednesday two three applications for
license to retail spurious liquors were rejected but
on Thursday the matter reconsidered and
licenses granted.
Every person who has business in the Court
House will be gratifed to learn that Committee
was appointed to have alterations made in the in
terror of the Court Room by July Court. An
ceIlent plan has been adopted, which will prove
great convenience to lawyers, suitors and the
officers of the Court.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

The TACTICS OF THE "OPPOSITION.''-Someof
the Opposition press seem to have been thoroughly
drilled in that lowest and meanest of all party
tactics, abuse; at least judge so from the pro-
iciency they display in that department. Now
we have no objection to their exercising them
selves in the department for which their talents so
eminently qualify them; but when they sink so
low in the slime and filth of party malice as to
have their moral vision blinded and rendered i'm
pervious to the light of decency, and give them
selves up to such system of low, pot-house abuse
as to exercise a demoralizing influence, We think
the respectable of all parties should unite to put it
down. Abuse is no part of an argument, and is
a sign of weakness in those who make use of
it,
Epethets have been applied to Mr. Buchanan
which would be considered by decent people as
barely applicable to a common street bully. This
is DONE too by men who know that the President
of the United States is debarred the privilege of
calling them to account; thus exhibiting the
double character of bully and coward Has Mr.
Buchanan been proven to be man destitute of
truth and common honesty? Nay; has he not
rather maintained his own honor and integrity in
violable, and striven to maintain that of his coun-
try also, during the long term of his valuable pub
lie life? He has served his country for scores of
years acceptably and without reproach. And even
now, when his head is whitening over with the
autumn of life, he is still found standing up for
States Rights and the Constitution, and battling
for his nations honor and glory. His name is i'm
perishably connected with his country's history,
and will live on and be honored long after his de-
famers-the pigmy politicians of few campaigns
shall have passed away, and their names be for
COTTON forever, or remembered only as the synonym
of meanness and contempt
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
nyrA friend in Catawba county, under date OF

sa-A friend in Catawba county, under date of
the 18TH says:
1.-The wheat crop is looking finely, and the pros
pect that the husbandman will be abundantly re-
warled for his labor. The prospect in adjoining
counties is also cheering.
II am glad to see that the circulation of the
Western Democrat is increasing in this county.
Wings and democrats speak in commendable terms
of the paper While you have always been con-
si>tent in the advocacy of democratic principles,
am glad to see that you refrain from that bitter
ness which too often characterize partZan journals.
The way to make democratic votes is to deal frank
w. canddly but moderately with the of the op
position. As our people are beginning to trade
more largely with Charlotte, am gratifed to know
that they disposed to patronize the Democrat"
We are certainly grati6ed to know that our pa
tons and friends approve of our Course, and bet
ter still, to know that circulation is not only
increasing in Catawba but also in Castor, Lincoln,
Union Cabarrus and Mecklenburg This increase
is voluntary, too, without drumming or extra exer
ton on our part. We notice that once man
commences to take a newspaper he seldom ever
dscontinues We have not had more than half
dozen dscontinuances of paying subscribers in two
years !; but we have cut a few hundred off for
non-payment in that time, and even many of those
renewed, paid up the old score, and plead forget
fulness. A newspaper at 81 is the cheapest thing
in the world
With regard to the remark of our friend in Ca
tawba that wings are pleased with our paper, we
can say that we know some of our warmest and best
friends belong to the opposition; and the only re-
gret we have is, that we have not been able to
convert them all to the democratic faith
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

GUILFoRD SUPERIOR COURT.-We learn that
at this Court last week the former Sheriff of Gull
ford, MIR Winborne, was tried on an Indictment
for aiding in or conniving at the escape of Chip
man who was confined in Jail under sentence of
death for the murder of young lady some three
years ago. The Jury rendered verdict against
the Sheriff for not exercising more care and watch
fulness over the prisoner but it was not proven
that he in any way aided him to escape. He was
fined $50.
The Grand Jury failed to find bill against
Mrs johnson who was charged with poisoning her
husband. The man died from the effects of arse
mic, but there was not evidence enough to try his
wife for administering 1t.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
MAGIC OIL!

This valuable Discovery is for sale in this place.
and those who suffer with Rheumatism, Neuralgia,
Headache, Toothache, Lame back, Pain in the side,
Sprans Bruises, Cuts Burns, Sore Throat &c, would
not suffer with the pain one hour if they knew with
what rapidty the Magic Oil cures pain Be sure and
ask Cor Pratt Il Butchers Magic Oil; signature
the wrapper. This is the only article that will pene-
and upon the of the disease Principal
Office l49 North Eighth street. Philadelphia and for
sale by T. NYE HUTCHINSON Co.,
Charlotte, N. c.
March 8, 1889. 3m-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

Just arrived and landing from ships Carolina and
Kathodina viz:
1000 in Seamless Sacks
$500 in Bleached Sewed Sacks and
5000 in large size Double Patent Seamless Sacks
Grass Bleached, and will average about to the
ton.
All of the above lot is of fresh importation in splen
did order and will be sold low in lots to suit purchas-
ers while landing from the vessel.
ALSO FOR SALE, ABOUT 5000 sacks of stored
lot which will be sold at very low and reduced
price, to close the consignment.
JAMES ARMSTRONG.
April IS, 1859 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

a DESERVED CONTINENTAL New York mer-
chant speaks of ID. w. Courts, Esq, Treasurer of
this State, as follows:
"There is no administrator of the public finances
in any other State, who enjoys in Wall Street
more enviable reputation for financial ability, or
Aristidean honesty, or Roman frmness, than the
Hon. Daniel W. Courts, Treasurer of North Caro-
lima His skillful and successful management at
the Exchequer of his State throughout the peril
Gus financial panic of 1898, was the theme
of admiration in Wall Street, as we'll as in the
financial circles of other moneyed marts. He is
worthy of his noble State; and she is fortunate in
having secured the services of so able and incor-
ruptible public treasurer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

WHEN MAY A NAN BE SAID TO BE DRUNK p
We do not propose scientific discussion of the
question, (knowing but little from study and less
from experience but merely desire, among others,
to give our opinion. 1t is almost impossible
for some men to get drunk, and harder still to
make them believe it when they are drunk; while
others,-to speak hyperbolicay, -become foolish
by merely smelling rotten apple. With the for
mer drinking has become such habit that, to
use the language of Langsberg ''the upper leather
of their mouths would be excellent material for
making shoes-as it neuer lets an ,cdter" 1t is
said that Mr. Pitt would retire during warm de-
bate and en!ven his faculties by couple of bottles
of Port His peculiar constitution enabled him
to do this with impunity; and the quantity of the
go be-joyfur' that would have quenched the ora
tory of even Sheridan served but as pinions to
bear aloft the son of Chatham. 'Some authors, y
says Macnish in his Anatomy of Drunkenness,
'have spoken of the pleasures OF being completely
drunk this, however, is not the most exquisite
period. The time is when person is neither
drunken nor sober, but neighbor to both"
This shows, then, that there is middle state
dividing line-beyond which, when one goes, he
Is III the snadOWy land OF lorSetlHlhess IL Is
then that he forgets his woes, his creditors, and
too often his wife and children The lights burn
blue or yellow, all things appear double, and the
earth itself seems rolling from beneath him. He
is happy within himself and oblivious to all around
as was the case with a man at Everett's show the
other night. The house was filled to OVERLOOKING
with delighted AUDIENCE and the drunken man
stood near the doorway holding himself up by
holding on to canvass post. He was too far off
to see, and too drunk to hear but nevertheless
pleased; for having occasion to go out he said to
the doorkeeper, ''Mister, will you (hic) keep my
place (hic) till (hic) come back?" Of course,
his "place' was not hard to keep a man, then,
is drunk when he passes the line that separates
him from a knowledge of his real wants. At such
times, if he is not an avaricious man, he gives
away whatever valuables he may have about him.
This end is accomplished by first bribing his brains
with glass of whiskey. This glass is lonely, and
another is sent down for company, and another,
and another follows,
"And they ell 60 bobbing around around"
until the ecstacies arise, the mists gather, the
spirits flow, his brains are robbed, $50 are his
pockets) his tongue is loosened, the curtain drops
and-so does he.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

BANK OF NORTH CARoLINA.-The Milton
Chronicle says that s55,500 has been subscribed
in Milton.
The Marlborough southerner says that $4,000
has been subscribed there.
The subscription at this place, it is supposed,
will exceed 10000, though we have not heard
that any considerable amount has yet been SUBJ
scribed.-FayetteuiWe Observer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

nag- The "Od North State is the name of
the first locomotive purchased for the Wilmington,
shortly arrive at Wilmington. A very appropriate
We suggest that the second bear the
of the President of the Road, II. w. Guon;
the next, Wilmington; the next, Charlotte; and
the next, Lincoln Who has better names to
suggest.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
NOTICE.

As Administrator of Mrs A. J. Alexander, decd,
will sell in the of Charlotte the 2lst of MAY
1859, THE PLANTATION lying miles north OF
Charlotte, and known as Claremont, containing $50
Acres of land, which there is a good two story
Brick House and all other necessary Buidngsall in
good repair. There is also Well of good water in
the yard
Terms made known the day of sale.
DAN ALEXANDER.
n
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

A WING MEETING was held in Lincolnton last
week, and delegates appointed to the District Con-
vention to meet in this place on the 18th inst
We learn it is proposed to hold wing meeting in
Charlotte during Superior Court week.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
Destructive Fires.

PORTSMOUTH, VA, April 29.-The St. Paul's church
(Roman Catholc,) in this city, destroyed by fire
last night. Loss $23 600.
SUSPENSION BRIDGE, NIAGARA, April 27.-The Ire
mont House, and several adjoining buildings were de-
sroyed by fire last night The loss amounted to $lO
900, which there is insurance The incendiary
has been arrested.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
STR AYFD.

From the subscriber Wednesday the Goth April in
the neghborhood of Tuckasege Ford TWO BAY
MARE COLTS. one years and the other year old.
ANY person taking up said Colts, giving imfor-
nation SO that can get them, will be literally
warded Ny Post Office is Tuckasege, Meckleburg Co.
A. +. SADLER.
April &c, 1859 5t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

PHYSIOLOGY AND PHRENoLOGY.-Mr j. NJ.
Mott spent few days in this place week before
last lecturing on the science of Physiology and
Entomology. Heseems to be thoroughly acquaint-
ed with these sciences, and his lectures and ex-
amlnatlons gave entire satisfaction. We scarcely
ever notice, editoray travelling lecturers, shows,
&c, but We feel justified in saying that Mr. Mott
an exception to the generality of rambling pub
lie lecturers, and is a heightened gentleman, wor-
my OF respectful hearing, at least.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
Ambrotypes and Photographs,

Finished in the best style of the art-aken from iife
copied from pictures. If you have Ambrotype or
Daguerreotype ofsome departed friend you get
fine oil painting from by calling the subscriber
All kinds fpictures copied into Ambrotypes or Photo
graphs. Pictures made in all kind of weather.
Work warranted to please charge.
Ladies and Gentlemen look to your interest and call
at the Gallery Trotter's Jewelry Store opposite
the Mansion House.
J. G. GLADDEN..
Charlotte n c. Nav g. 1859 II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

ng- The Clarendon Is. Co. Banner states that
at the Court of Common Pleas for Newberry Dis
trict, Mr. S. I. Agnew indicted in three sepa-
rate cases for sending challenge, and sentenced
to pay fine of 500 and to be imprisoned two
days in each case. The action in this case strikes
as being unusual-we were under the impress
sion that such matters seldom if ever noticed
in our neighboring State.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

BARREL FACToRY-J. Wilkes & Co., proprie-
tors of the Steam FIGURING Mill, are erecting a
Factory for the manufacture of barrels and kegs of
all kinds. We learn that they contemplate putting
up most of their Flour in barrels hereafter instead
Of sacks as is the usual practice in this section.
In the eastern and northern markets -four in bar
reS always commands higher price than in sacks,
although the quality may be the same.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

WESTERN RAILRoAD.-We notice a quantity
of iron going up this road for laying the track
They are pushing the work with great rapidity
We learn that over 35 tons have arrived in the
last few days.-FdyeteviUe Carolinian.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

Coon SALARY-Rev. DR.. Chapin's society, in
New York have voted him a salary of Sc, 900. He
earns about $4,000 by lecturng, and is not in his
pulpit more than half the time
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03
Notice to CARPENTERS.

Proposals will be received until Tuesday, of Superior
Court, for making alterations in and repairing the
Court Room. Those wishing to contract for the job
the plan at the Office ofthe County Court Clerk
Proposals may be left with Mr. Reid
Nav g. 1859 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

The subscriber offers for sale all bis Lands lying in
the county of Union the waters of Goose and Crook
ed Greeks, viz One tract lying the waters of Crook
ed creek, adjoining DR.. E. O. Alexander, John FOard,
Robt. Mann and Others other tract adjoining said
tract and John A Lemmond Henry She'll and others.
Also tract the waters Of Goose creek adjoining
DIR. z. G. Alexander, Eli Stewart, the Marion Gold
Mine and Others together with another tract adjoining
A. =. Stevens and others, lying both sides of the
Lawyers Road leading from Charlotte Wadesboro.
Any all of the above-named lands will be sold
privately to any person DESTROYS of purchasing between
this and the LIST October next.
TERMS made known application to the subscri-
Der Eli Stewards in Union county, by address
ing me at Coburn's Store, Union county, N. g.
CYRUS @. LEMMOND.
April &c. Gm-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

Das- The Ashevile News says there was large
snow at that place on the 22d of April. Snow fell
in Salem also on the 21st.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

EARTHoUAKE.--A part Of Ecuador, South
America, has been visited by fearful Earthquake.
The city of Quito suffered most. The loss of life
is stated at from 500 to 5000 persons, and the de-
struetion of property at three millions of dollars
Other towns were more or less affected by the
shock Quito is the capital of Ecuador, and con-
tains population of so 900 souls It has hereto
fore frequently suffered by earthquakes.
The Guayaquil correspondent of the New York
Herald writes the following account of the disaster:
81 have to record most terrific disaster at
Quito, the capitol Of this Republic, involving
great destruction of life and property @
On the 22d of March, at about half-past s
o'clock a m, a severe earthquake destroyed
nearly the entire city of Quito. Nearly all the
Government buildings, churches, and converts
and large number Of private residences have been
destroyed; and many others so badly injured
that they cannot be occupied. Property to the
amount of some three millions of dollars has been
destroyed by this fearful disaster. But the most
distressing feature is the destruction of human
life-some 5000 souls, it is supposed, have per-
ished in the ruins. The greatest distress and con-
sternation prevailed at Quito when the mail left
for this place Thousands Of persons have been
lief: houseless. and the Government and Church
not only too poor to afford relief to the house
less and destitute, but are without means to re-
build the public edi6ces The poor sufferers will
have to shift for themselves unless relief is sent
from abroad
1t is reported that a number of small towns to
the North Of Quito have also been destroyed,
and in this city the shock was severely felt and
did some damage to few houses, but our build
ings constructed as to withstand more
than ordinary shock of earthquake"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

SALE OF CHARLOTTE AND S. G. RAILROAD
STOCK.-174 Shares Of this Stock were sold last
week in this place at public auction by Mr. NJ. P.
Pegram, Cashier of the Bank of Charlotte, and
brought the following prices:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

BURLINGTON, n j., April 27.-Bishop Doane'
of the New Jersey diocese, died at z O'Clock this
afternoon.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-05-03

Our entire stock of Goods for sale AT COST
call and get bargains all who want Bonnets Dress
Bonnet Trimmings, Hoop Skirts, &c. IL
MRS. HAWLEY WINDLE.
May 3, 1859 If 81