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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
MARRIED..

In this town, the 10th instant, by the Rev r. II.
Griffith Mr. VIM A. Conrad ofForsythe county, to Miss
Eliza j., daughter of the late Alex. Springs, Esq.
In Cabarrus county, the 18th instant Mr. Chas T.
Alexander, Jr Of Mecklenburg. to Miss NJ E. Wedding
ton, daughter of John r. Wellington, Esq
In this county the lth inst, by q. L. Campbell,
Esq Mr. Franklin W. Frazier to Miss Mary d. Montgo-
merry
On the 1th inst Mr. B. F. Brown of Mecklcnburg
county, to Miss Susan NJ. Brown of Y ork District.
In Buncombe county Mr. f. G. Ramsour of Lincoln
ton, to Miss Lizzie NJ. Burgin. Aso Mr. J. NJ. Patton
of Asheville, to Miss Bette Davidson.
In Iredell county, the 18th inst, by Rev. Walter
W. Pharr Mr. Miles NJ Baily to Miss Margaret z. Adams
In Richmond county, 2lst ult, Mr. IL. NJ. Broad
way of Arson, to Miss L. G.. Ewing.
In Stanly county, on the 7th inst, Mr. James d. Lee
to Miss Julia Ann Rumagc.
In Rowan county, Aug. 10th, Mr. Allison Msenhemer
to Miss Sophia L., daughter of George Eagle, Esq.
Also the 18th inst. Mr. Edward +. NJ Carter Miss
Sarah E. Dent.
In Gulford county, Mr. Jonathan Dillon to Miss Sarah
Emily Ryan. Also, Mr. VIM Brown Miss Jane l. C
Ocockaly.
In York District, the lth inst, Mr. Rufus White
sides to Miss Eliza Ann daughter of r. J. Brown.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

A PARTY WITHOUT PRINCIPLEs.-The fact
becomes more apparent every day. (says the Rich
mona Examiner,) that the only party at the
South which will be arrayed against the De-
mocracy in 1860, is made up of men once mem
bers of the Wing party, and who, since the down.
fall of that party, have been kept in antagonism
to the Democracy solely by hereditary hatred
The columns of every paper devoted the interests
of the Opposition in the Southern States may be
searched in vain for any programme of govern
mental measures to be inaugurated by the Opposi-
ton should it get the control of the Government,
or for any declaration of the principles and policy
by which the administration of the Government
will be guided. So far, as appears from any de-
velopments already made the only thing which
prompts the organization of an Opposition at the
South at all u.s. an insane desire to overthrow the
Democracy, if by chance something may come Of
it. What that something is to be, at whose advan-
tage it is to enure, whether indeed any advantage
can accrue to anybody from such change in the
Government, are questions about which the lead
ers of the Opposition in the South do not seem
to give themselves the slightest trouble. All they
wish or desire is to overthrow the Democratic
party-tbat is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning
and the end, ofa the appeals and pronuncamentos
which they put forth to the public.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

OF COURSE.-We notice that some Of our whie
exchanges claim that class of persons they call
''independent democrats" gave material assistance
in favor Of the whig candidates at the recent cleo
ton. Of course we did not expect anything better
from those who, while protesting to be democrats,
are doing all they to disorganize the national
democratic party. We not surprised at their
conduct, but We shall be surprised if honest, un-
aspiring democrats suffer themselves to be led
astray and deceived by them.
The result of the late Congressional elections
in this State should not be looked upon by demo-
Gratis as discouraging but it should serve as an
inducement to the more perfect organization of
the democratic party. If the Opposition sue
ceed in breaking up the organization of the demo-
cratic party, they may entertain hope of making
North Carolina whig State-not until then. We
warn democrats against the efforts now making to
disOrganize the party. There some protesting
democrats who are cooperating with the Oppose
ton in trying to disorganze and break down the
true democracy 1t is true they are few in number,
and deficient in political principle, but We caution
our political friends against their schemes. A
disorganizing democrat Is not an independent de-
mOcrat-such an one has not the least claim to
independence-he fondles at the feet of men Of all
parties and succumbs to the opinions of others for
the sake of promotion and reward, and therefore
deserves the rebuke of honest men of both the
whig and democratic parties for he cannot be
trusted with the least assurance that he will act
from principle. A real independent democrat is
who believes the principles of his party correct,
and who is willing to stand by the true opponents
Of those principles whether he falls or rises with
them.
We are gratified to know that the true demo-
cracy everywhere is determined to organize and 90
to work in earnest, and all fair means possible
to countcract the sanderous charges and unfair
schemes brought to bear against the democratic
party in the late contest.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

A BLOODY BATTLE IN SoNoRA.-A letter from
Sonora, Mexico to the New York Herald says:
Couriers have arrived (2Sth july bringing
official intelligence Of severe battle between the
Liberal forces and Taneres army, which lasted
half day with varied success, when the Liberals
received reinforcement of two companies ancers
who, making vigorous charge, broke the enemy
into fragments, and they were cut down at a
horrible rate. The Liberals lost sixty men killed
and wounded, while theiropponents had one hundred
killed, ffty-fve wounded, and about thirty prisoners,
who were taken out and shot
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

THE STATE FAIR.-The Standard publishes a
list of the Judges to award premiums at the next
n G. State Fair But few selections are made
from this part of the State. We notice that Dr.
j. NJ. Davidson is one of the Judges on Thorough
breds and quick draught and saddle Horses; J. l..
Morehead on Flows; Gen. NJ. c. Avery on Sun
dries; and John /. Shaver on Fat Cattle.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
To Farmers and Country Merchants
j. Y. BRYCE IL CO..

j. Y. BRYCE IL CO.,
ARE offering to the public the largest and best
sortment of GROCERIES brought to this
market, consisting of
COFFEE, SUGAR, MOLASSES, SALT, &c.
The best kind of Bagging, Rope and Irvine.
Also $4,000 pounds good country-eured Bacon,
10000 8 Tennessee sides,
1000 Tennessee Lard,
All of which viii be sold low for cash country Pro-
duee Call and examine stock, we don't charge
for looking.
Charlotte August %, 1859.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

THE BANK OF CoMMERCE.-We thought the
new Bank of Commerce at Newbern, chartered by
the last Legislature had failed for the want of SUBJ
scriptions to the capital stock, but we notice an
advertisement in the Newbern papers stating that
1000 shares have been subscribed and $4,000 paid
in gold and silver and calling meeting of the
stockholders on the 10th of September for the pur-
pose of organizing the Bank.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
Administrators Sale.

WILL SELL on Monday the Sd of OCTOBER
IL next, at the Court House door in the of Char
lotte, THIRTY CNIMPROVED LOTS in the southern
part of the town, adjoining Maj. Is. Morrow, II. Il.
residence Forty Acres of Land miles from Char
lotte, on the Lawyers road, and Negro Girl prop
erty of Patrick Harry, deceased. Also, at the late
residence OF the deceased will sell the Household
and Kitchen Furniture, &C.. &c, &C..
RFH@ Credit of Twelve months will be given, and
interest from date required.
I. II. BREM Admir-,
Ang. lG, 1859. 71-Gt With the Will annexed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

TExAs.-The returns from Texas show that old
Gen. Houston has been elected Governor over
Runnels, the democratic nominee. We cannot say
that regret this result, for this Runnes
declared himself in favor of re-opening the slave
trade, after his party had repudiated the scheme.
BY this course he drove off many of his old friends
and gave Houston the advantage over him. The
democratic nominee for Lieut.. Governor, who diff
fered with Runnels on this point, elected. A
Texas paper, speaking of the election of Houston,
says:
"Another fact is revealed by the returns, viz ::
that the people of Texas are far from being in
favor of re-openng Of the slave trade, as, in most
instances, those who held openly such opinions,
have been outstripped in the popular race by the
more moderate competitors"
We believe Houston has uniformly supported
Mr. Buchanans administration.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

GENEROUS GIFTs.-A few years before the
death of the late Rev. Jas. w. Alexander, of New
York, his congregation raised his salary from
$1,000 to $4,000. He, however, refused to accept
the increase, and his charge were forced to take
the money and make fund of it, which they did.
At his death this fund amounted to $4,000, and
last week the congregation made it So, 900 and
gave it to his family.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

SUICIDE OF NEGRo.-Mr Nj. ii. Fitzpatrick
some weeks since punished one of his negro
women for some misdemeanor, and she left the
house, during the day. and was not heard of until
a few days since, it was discovered that she had
hung herself The rope was found suspended to
the limb of tree, and parts of her clothing were
identified. The body had been literally torn to
pieces by hogs or dogs-RnthertordtOn Enquirer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

Runaway from the subscriber in Cabarrus county
the 22i of May last, his bound boy Jacob r. PENN
ger about 20 years old He is of common height stout
built fair complexion, and had when he left black
coat, black pants dark and brown hat Amy per-
son delivering said boy to shall have the above
ward and no thanks. ANY person harborng trading
with him shall he dealt with the law directs.
Aug ., 1889 3t-pd JAMES WHITE, Sr
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

MEDICAL EssAY-Dr 0. +. Manson, of Gran
vile, at the last annual meeting of the n c. Med-
cal Society, offered Gold Medal prize for the
best Essay upon any medical subject. Competitors
are required to be members of the Society, and the
compositions must be forwarded to Drs Summer
ell, Whitehead and Ramsey, at Salisbury, by the
18th of March next
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
DIED.

In CASTOR county, on the oath ult, Mrs Catharine
Garvin, wife of Col. W. ". Garvin of Barnwe S. c..
and daughter of the late Isaac oand Esq., of CASTOR
county, n. c.
In Yorkville the 18th instant Mrs Harriet Creps
wife of Mr. Wesley Creps aged % years. Also the
sh Miss Eleanor Isabella, daughter of James NJ. Part
low, aged II years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

LAY The Corner Stone of the new Methodist
Church edifce was laid last Wednesday by the
Masonic Fraternity, Daniel Coleman, Esq, ofhcia-
ting. The Address of Mr. Wightman was very
appropriate. He spoke without manuscripts, and
the chaste and beautiful thoughts embodied in the
Address, couched in elegant language, together
with the manner and delivery of the speaker, were
cantiYatinr.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

All persons indebted to the Estate of the late DR..
William J. Watt, hereby notified that they must
settle with the undersigned by the first of October next
ton. J. B. WATT, r.-
NJ. n. HART, ''
August %, 1859 2t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

TAXEs.--We learn from the Standard that
Sheriff Austin of Union county. and Sheriff Cline
of Catawba, settled with the Comptroller at Raj
eigh on Saturday the 18th, and Sheriff Flynt of
FOrSythe, on Monday the 18th. The increase of
receipts is about % per cent over last year.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

Bs5~ We return thanks to our friend, Gen. w.
Ii. Neel, for some Peaches, fine specimens of the
Indian Catawba. Also, to Mr. John Reid and
DIR. Fl. NJ. Jennings for similar favors
To lady friend we return Acknowledgements
for choice lot of Fruit.
These tokens of remembrance and good will from
our friends are highly appreciated by us, not so
much for their intrinsic value as for the kind feel
ings which prompt presents of the sort.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

New CorToN.-Last Saturday, Major p. Rich
ardson left at Office perfect and healthy boil
of cotton of this seasons growth. From appear
ances he thought it had been open several days.
We think this is the first this season in North
Carolina - WnHesL0rO Ar0us
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

/ will expose to public sale the Court House in
Charlotte Tuesday of the County Court, in October
next, the TRACT OF LAND which Archibald Frew
lives. A credit of six months will be given for
Note and security.
JAMES W. OSBORNE, Trustee
August 23d. I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

New CoTToN.-We have been shown sample
of new cotton, grown this year on the farm of
Solomon Scott deceased of Lenoir county. The
specimen is good, and we should guess from the
length of the lint that the yield will be copious-
Newbern POgress.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

ENLARGED.-The Washington IN. c. Dispatch
has been much improved in appearance by enlarge
ment, &c. The Dispatch is genteel paper, and
We judge from the tone of its editorials that its
Editor is perfect gentleman. We wish the paper
abundant success.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, appears from
the returns that neither the Democrats nor the Re-
publicans will have control of the next House of
Representatives. The balance of power will be in
the hands of the opposition members elect from the
South. The Democratic party has been very
much assaled in our own State, both by men and
journals. Their invectives have been quoted in
other States, and have contributed largely to the
success of the opposition. The next Congress will
demonstrate how much service they render the
South by SO doing.-,South Cdrolinian.
When Banks of Mass, the abolitionist was elect
ed Speaker the Opposition members from the
South held the "balance of power" but rather than
assist in securing the election ola southern demo-
crat Speaker they permitted the election of a
notorious abolitionist. We don't expect them to
do any better in the next Congress
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

GAs-We learn from the Times that Green's
boro is to be lighted with Gas early in the Fall.
The workmen are now engaged in laying down the
pipes.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

PRIvATEERING.-The report that the Govern
ment of the United States had agreed to abandon
the prvateering principle, is said to be utterly
true. The Administration adheres to the former
position of this country on the subject.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
NOTICE..

Having qualified Executor of John NJ. Rea, dec d.
hereby notify all persons indebted to his estate to
call aud pay, and those baving claims against the
tate will present them properly authenticated within
the time prescribed by law this notice will be plead
ed in bar of their recovery L. MORRIS,
August l6, 1859 3t-P1. Executor
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

The subscriber wants to buy one hundred good Ne
groes, for which the highest prices IN CASH will be
paid Persons having that kind Of property for sale
will find it greatly to their interest to apply immediate
ly to JAMES II. DAVIS, PinevilIe ". c.
or to \. 4. " II. TAYLOR at Charlotte
August 2, 1889 3m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

B5~ The total receipts of Cotton at all the Ports
since the LIST of Sept last, to 370l3l bales
against 3,O74, 1873 bales for time last year. In
crease since last year, 626, 436 bales
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

Trade was rather dull the past week, and not much
Produce Offering
Flour has declined TO 81 Is and S. for extra super
fine in barrels-$2 IS and 81 314 for bags. The
ket is well supplied.
Wheat is rather on the decline-we quote it at 80
cts to 81 as extremes. Some sold last week low
81 cents-none above dollar.
The market is pretty well supplied with Corn-s0 TO
s. is the ruling price.
Cotton is scarce--not enough offering to supply the
demand of manufacturers. 4 few bales sold at
IL to III
The supply of Bacon is limited, though we make no
change in quotations
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

Here's marriage notice copied from the Dam
vile Republican, which shows that the parties
are not in want of good names:
MARRIED on the 4th inst. in Granville county N. c.,
by Rev. B. B. Hester, Mr. Joseph P. X L. Y. Davis
of Sham A. b. c. Davis to Miss Mary f. N l.. Y. c.
Perry daughter of Peter P. E. and Agnese y. T. o..
Perry.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

In the Mountain or Sth District, Mr. Coleman
democrat, reduced Vance's majority from 2,Ole
to 1895.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

JOHNSON'S MAP-Mr E. c. Fairchild, the Agent
for the sale of Johuson's Illustrated and Embel-
ished Map of the Republics of North America with the
adjacent Countries and Islands, informs that he is
about commencing Cabarrus county for sub
scribers to the work Mr. Farchild has been in this
county for some time past and learn has been very
successful in his business He has conducted himself
in a gentlemanly manner wherever he has been, and
from what we know of him think assure the
citizens of Cabarrus that he will deceive them, but
will fulfil his engagements promptly. The Map is an
excellent one and is considered superior to any yet
gotten up 1t contains descriptive information
than any we ever saw; each County is named and col
ored on the the Map and all the Railroad lines
in the Southern and Western States marked out and
mauv of the Stations named Persons wanting Map
will hardly ever have opportunity of procuring a
better one than the for which Mr. Fairchd agent
1t is recommended by eminent historians, authors, and
literary men generally and will be found valuable
and useful article in either the business mans office or
his private dwelling.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
NOTICE.

All persons indebted to the Estate of Patrick Harry,
Decd will make immediate payment and those having
claims against said estate will present them within the
time prescribed by law, this notice will be pleaded
in bar of their recovery. r. II. BREM
Aug I6, 1859. AT Admnistra
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

No SUNDAY MAIL.-The Postmaster at this
place informs that hereafter Northern Mail
will be received sent off at this Office Sundays
There seems to be some difficulty between the
n. c. Railroad and the p. o. Department. The
old contract having expired, the Railroad Co. re-
fuse to renew at the same price, 500 per mile
$3.50 per mile is demanded. The mail is con-
veyed over the Road six times week, but the Pre-
sdent refuses to carry it the seventh Sunday
until the contract is renewed at the rates demanded
While the Company is carrying the mail in accord
ance with the old contract, in part, cannot see
why it should omit one day, thereby causing much
Inconvenience, especially to newspapers.
We learn, also, that the Charlotte 4 S. c. Rail-
road demands $3.50 per mile for carrying the mail
being $50 more than heretofore received.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

IORKVILLE, Aug. l7.--Cotton IL cts. Flour 81 G5
to s. a per sack for choice brands-$2 SO may be
good supply. Bacon, hog round III cts; Lard l23-
Wheat 81 per bushe Salt 81 80 to 81 So per sack.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

NEW YORK, Aug. l6.-Flour is unsettlcd-South-
has declined Wheat is inactive-red south
ern 81 %, white 81 So. Corn heavy-choice yellow
ga cents.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23


Stoves
offered in North Carolina among which will be
found the celebrated Iron With Cookimg Store,
which has gained such famous reputation in the
Southern country for the last eighteen months This
Stove he warrants superior TO any cooking stove now
in usc II is simple in its arrangements consumes less
fuel, and docs more work in given time than any
other Stave in use. He has all kinds of
Parlor and Box Stoves;
aud keeps constantly extensive and varied Stock OF
Tn, ISheet-Eron, Japan, and Britannia Ware,
Brass Kettles, Cast Iron Bedsteads, Cast Iron
Ware, Hat Racks, Cradles, de-,
all Of which will be Sold Wholesale and Retail cheap
than has been before offered in this vicinity
lie would return his thanks TO his friends and Gus
TONERS for the very liberal patronage they have bestow
ed upon him. aud hopes 70 merit continuance of the
same
His motto i& Quick Sales snd Small Profits"
~ All kinds Of JOB WORK attended to with dis
~ executed.
Charlotte, July !, 1899.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23

WING NATIONAL CONVENTIONAL cores
pendent ofthe National Intelgencer recommends
that National Convention of the Wings of the
United States be held, the 4th of July next: at
Richmond, Baltimore or Philadelphia, for the
purpose of nominating candidates for the offices of
President and Vice President of the United States
or, if separate nominations be deemed inexpedent
for the purpose Of selecting among the candidates
already in the field such may be most eligible to
majority of the Wing party.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-08-23
REMARKS.

lNoTE.-Gran ls sold by weight-Corn sc
bushel, Wheat GO lbs, Rye 60 lbs, Oats 33 |
Peas 90 lbs.1
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1859-09-15

Arrangements oR the Cincinnati, ,wHming-
tOu a Znesviiie Road fefshe aypsonch-
Ing State Fa'r.
INh- v-ry prsrii ri Sapsri1f nicni Of tie
Ciacinn,li. wiimi ,Sibn aai z ms, lie rad
hss tpfu @i..,s~sial in alesigsin9 his ar
Isngrmen,s e., the State Fair At Ztn. sYiil !,
on IN occasion that Eill severely test the
abilities OF ils officers. Not only i iIIs
State Fair located at the Etslsrn trrmin Is
Of this Foad. viii b runs for i's entire dis
lance through Neslthy and popu'Ons agri-
chltnrsl COUNTIES. bnt The Far grounds are
little more than two Mills from tie ci'y
OF Z,nesYille, a1ll lhs read has Us track
l,id To the enIr :. 90 gstrs OF The exhibited
This wi Civ. the Opportunity 10 run >
fpsc;altf. ~ ~ + I en- miaui. 8 .ihroug i.
out The ,lay aud evening. b.t&sen the ity
and The grounds. Th- idr. viii be 6x4d
at the reasonable sum Of ten cents where
tickets are purchased.
Passengers By the regular train leaving
this city at 1880 at night will arrive Al
the Fair Grounds At about the nexI
morning. where breakias and, We are
assured, good one@-vill be ready on ar,
rival OF the train. se
During the Fair, trains on the Cincin
natl, Wilmington and z Zlnesville road, 20
ing East, will arrive at the nds at sec
A. M, 10 A NJ. and 2:I5 p. NJ. Coming
West. will leave z ,nesvilles at s, 6:45and
9:45 p. M.-Cincinnati Commercial.