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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

"TH1EyEs AND LIARs"-It has become very
common with the lower class of Opposition papers
to exhibit their bitter partizan spirit, by abusing
the Democratic party and using the epithets of
.ronues' liars sswindlers, etc. These windy, SELL
constituted guardians of the public good, are not
sufficiently advanced in civilization good-breed-
ing to respect even the feelings Of their neghbors,
who are every way as honest as themselves, and
perhaps more so. 1t is well that the influence OF
such papers is circumscribed-we for the coun-
try-wel for morality. Men who substitute abuse
for argument, and put bullyism and braggardlsm
in the place of reason and common sense, are ut
only for the place assigned them in their party, as
..strikers' and 'blood-tu tubs"
+ But where is the necessity for such course
Does truth need the arm Of abuse to support and
defend it? Are votes made by calling men liars
and thieves who happen to think differently from
u.s. Such course can be pursued only upol
the supposition that the people are incapable
thinking for themselves and of forming their Owl
opinions Surely, a man with modicum OF COM
mon sense will not be Influenced in his opinions
by the rantng of pot-house politicians, whose onl.
hone of success lies III their aptitude for impuGn
inc the motives of others, and in abusing thos
who hold opposite opinions. Men who have rca
son and principle at the foundation of their Opn
ions and doctrines, are not apt to be frightened
from those opinions by the clustering and crow
ing of political game-cocks. The greatest coward
always curse the loudest-never saw it fail-ncve1
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

CHARLOTTE FEMALE INsTITUTE.-We arc
oratifcd to inform our correspondent of last week,
who made some inquiries about the erection of an
.lIition to the Female Institute building, that
Rudasl and Saml Taylor for putting up the adj
dtional building required by the increased patron
,r,. If the institution The work will now be
vigorously prosecuted to completion.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

ae3g~ 1t is somewhat remarkable that the lredell
Blues, numbering about 50 rank and file, does not
contain a single "Domocrat "--'Stotes'"e h.rpre<S'
That's bad report to be circulated about the
Blues, and We are very sorry to hear it They are
good looking set of men, and we had no idea tina
they were such hopeless set as our nelghoor IN
Statcsville wants to make people believe. Inc
Blues must be looked after
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

DRowNED--A correspondent at Smithfeld,
Johnston county, informs us that a man by the
name of Etheridge was drowned in Neuse River,
near Smithfeld, on Tuesday last, while fishing with
hook and line He was alone, aud it is supposed
he was taken with fit and fell in the water, the
water being only or 4 feet deep. He leaves a
wife and several children.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
S2224,600
-. G. University,

There are other points to hear from. 1t is
supposed that the whole stock, $4,000 very
near it, has been subscribed. The meeting for
Ssrganizing the Bank will probably be held
about the LIST of August.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

DEATH BY EATING FRICTION MATCHEs.-A
little Girl of Mr. Allen Ross, Of Stany county, aged
) wears, came to her death by chewing friction
matches The Greensboro Times states that two
other children of Mr. Ross are dangerously i'll from
tho same cause.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
" ANTED,
500 head of Beef Cattle, 500 head of Sheep

The subscriber will pay the highest cash prices for
Beeves and Sheep.
Those having Beef Cattle or Sheep for sale would do
we'll to inform me in person by letter as early as
possible. j. l.. SIOUI, Town DutcheF'
Charlotte, June 7, 1859.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
MARRIED.,

On the 23d ultmo, Mr.. George Quinn ofYork District
to Miss Genelia Putnam, of CASTOR county, n. Z.
At the residence ofTyre Glenn ESQ., in Yadkin county
on the evening of the Goth ult by the Rev. g. Solo
mon, the Hon. Thomas Settle, Jr., of Rockingham to
Mary Glenn.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

TIE HORNETS NEST RIFLEMEN paraded on
Saturday last and shot for the Medal which they
were prevented from doing ON the goth by the
nclcmency of the weather. 1t Was won by Prl-
waite Blake Davis.
The Rihcmen visited Raleigh last week to par
ticiIatc in the reception of the President. They
were under the command of Lieut.. Williams, and
we were gratifed to notice the fine appearance OF
the company, as we'll as the good discipline mani
tested and proper conduct observed by each menu
bcr The Company is one of the indispensable
organizations of Charlotte, and VIC hope it may
lrl.g flourish.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
POISONING CASE IN NEWBERRY, S. c.

We published last week an account OF the terri
BILE affair in Newberry, S. C. One Of the persons,
Mrs Wilkes, has since died The Newberry
Conservatist gives the following statement Of the
affair, but it differs very little from the one pub
lished last week:
"On Thursday morning last, just after their
usual breakfast hour, the family of MIR Robert
Stewart found themselves in the greatest peril
EIGHT persons on the lot, Mr. Stewart, Mrs Stewart,
Mrs Wilkes, house-keeper, and five negroes, were
taken suddenly i'll, with all the symptoms OF hav-
inc taken poison. Our physicians were ON the
spot as promptly as possible, only to confirm the
worst fears and render all the assistance In their
power.
In the afternoon of that day the cook, negro
woman named Fanny, was lodged in jail, where
she confessed to having put quantity Of arsenic
in the water bucket, in the kitchen. Water was
used from this bucket i'll preparing all the dishes
for break fast except the biscuit, and 1t may De,
the coffee. This accounts for Mrs Kate Stewart 5
escape, as she ate only Of these two dishes. Miss
Sue Wright and Mrs Wilkes son were fortunately
absent from the breakfast table; the first was con-
fined to a sickbed, and the other after taking an
early breakfast Oft to school.
Fanny further confessed that she had been FUR
nished with the poison by white man, with whom
she had for some time past, been on the most IN
innate terms I'VE shall not, for his family sake,
publish his name) After using part OF the
arsenic, she had buried the remainder IN the gar
den where it found in the place she designated
The package was identified by the druggist as the
one he sold the night before to the white man
alluded to. He also was lodged in Jail on Thurs
day evening, that it is matter of congratulatior
that the criminals in this nefarious business are
;, secure from escape n, other reason can be as
: signed for the dastardly act, than that Fanny die
n it to revenge herself upon her masters family TO
the punishment he had inflicted, and threatened
still to infict, because OF her shameful lntlmac;
: with this man, whose cooperation in the hellisl
/ plan she, to his everlasting shame be it said, eas
n secured.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

the Presidents speech, but merely indicate the
characte, Of it. Everybody was pleased and graft
fed at the manner, style, and tone of his remarks,
and all joined in the applause they elected.
Gov. Swain had long tables erected in his yard
and bountiful dinner spread upon them, prepared
for the President and his suite, the members OF
the Graduating Glass of the University and num-
Der of invited guests. After dinner the President
visited the College Chapel and witnessed the ex-
ercises. On Thursday, the College grounds,
be received the congratulations of the multitude,
and shook hands with all who desired to do so.
The President left Chapel Hill on Friday morn
ing proceeded to the residence of Hon. Weldon
n. Edwards in Warren county, where he remain
ed until Monday morning, and then returned to
Washington
There was an immense gathering of people at
Chapel Ul larger, it is said, than on any previous
occasion.
The H>n Jacob Thompson, Secretary OF the
Interior, "a native of North Carolina and gradu
ate of the University accompanied the President
After the reception of Mr. Buchanan at Chape
Hil the crowd called for Mr. Thompson, who ap
peared in Gov. SWANS portico, was introduced BY
Hon. Thos. Bragg, and made an excellent speech
He spoke of his early associations in the Old NORTH
/ State, and said that although he had resided to-
the past 25 years in Mississippi, and felt strong
attachment for the State OF his adoption, yet NORTH
| Carolina was peculiarly endeared to him, and &C
cupied place in his warmest affections.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
CASH PRICES:

RSr Seamless Belts manufactured to order at short
notice
Conducting Hose Of all sizes, for water or steam
pressures ordered direct from the Manufacturer Also
Packing of all description, at 50 Cents per pound:
J. B. +. BOONE,
lime : 1850 Charlotte, N G..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

every sign manifested by the late election
indicate the doom of Democracy The Opposition
have gained largely in the Legislature have eject
ed one Opposition member of Congress, and aided
in the election of four independent Democrats -
Raleiyh Register.
We should consider 5000 democratic majority
a very poor indication of "the doom of Democracy.
The boast of the organ of North Carolina whiggery
and ACKNOWLEDGMENT that the Opposition IN
Virginia 'aided in the election of four '"cpe"de"'
deqaocrats is notvery creditable to said opposition
IF we could not succeed in electing men OF ou'
own political faith, we certainly should not reJolc'
at the success of those who shape their principles
merely for the purpose of catching votes. Blu
we don't know what position the congressional can
didates occupied during the canvass-the demo
cratic papers of Virginia announce the election
Of ,ye1ue democrats and one "opposition." Their
is precious little grounds for rejoicing on the par
of the 'opposition any way.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
BELTS,
RFITS ! BELTS!
For Wheat Threshers,
FANS,

Cotton Gins, Saw NILS,
And Machinery Of every description.
The best Betting in use and far superior to leather
in many respects.
Il piU not stretch, or 1rn1c on side as leather.
THE sun WILL NOT AFFECT IT.
Rain or water cannot inure it; it requires no oil;
The rats will not it, your negroes will not steal 1t
for strings shoe solcs you get any length you
wish all piece without joints and with good care
it will last any farmer for twenty years.
Orders accompanied with the cash will receive
prompt attention, and the freight paid to any point on
the Railroad or stage line.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
NOTICE.
State of N. Carolina, Mecklenburg Go

Superior Court Of La~-Spri"9 Term, loo9'
ORDERED by Court that Special Term OF tniS
Co., no held on the second Monday in July, 1859.
Suitors and witnesses in civil cases will please take
notice and attend. - -,
Nav 25th. Test, j. .. EEhr' SIeiA'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
Notice to Carpenters.

wNRopuSAIS for building New Church at ProTi-
dence will be received until the 25th of june
Plan and Specifications of the Church can be seen
The Comfy court Clerks Office and at the Post Office
~ proyideuce Marked Proposals may be addressed
~ " NJ Matthews Providence, y. G..
Proposals will be opened at the old Church on the
25th of June 20 o'clock A. ~, and contract entereu
into. L.:.,d :,
bidders are informed that Lumber can be ootainea IN
tho mmediate vicinity as there Steam Mills in
successful operation. - - pocc
! A. DUNN, j. s. REID,
p GRIER ]. i. SAMPLE,
W. NJ MATTHEW'S, Committee
May 81, 1859. 63-4t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
BANK OF NORTH CAROLINA.

Books for subscription to the capital stock of
this Bank were closed on Monday the Both of May
as the law required. The following amounts were
subscribed at the places named:
By the State for the Literary Board, S5027 700
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

VIRGINIA ELECTIoN.-A Richmond despatch,
dated June LIST, says l2S counties, reported and
official returns, gives Lecher ,542 majority. The
remaining counties gave Wise ,3Sl majority
The Richmond Index of Friday, gives Letcher S
maioritics in GS counties as 16,460. In 81 coun-
ties Goggin received majorities amounting to r.
40 Lctcher's clear majority, so far is 1850,
with IS counties to hear from, which gave Wise
about 100 majority.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

WoMAN's RIGHTS RAMPANT.-At a place
called Bssfeld-appropriat name.-ln Michigan
the ladies have established secret society "hlcn
-hey call the "Daughtcrs Of Malta" The "Daugho
ters" wear "Regalia" similar to that OF some OF
the male Orders, with "a slight variation, and
th,s far thew have successfully bafed every effort
of the men to ascertain the object and manners OF
the new society This is step forward IN the pro-
DRESS of Womans Rights The old-tashloned re-
Galia of women were knitting needles and SPIN
ming wheels; and the only mysteries OF malt tnat
tbev concerned themselves about were those which
nerttained to the brewing of beer. But this Is
2.4O ace, a head-overheels and summerset-turnlns
generation, an era not only of progress but OF meta
mornhosis the women becoming men, ana the
men-what with their steam engines, naene'ic
telerranhs. Armstrong guns fast printing presses
and pari passu development OF innate oepra''y-
are becoming dragons, fiery flying serpents, cross
between the angel and the fend.
Apropos: We notice that young American
Girl named Miss T., is creating quite sensation
in Paris bv appearing on the turf, mounted upor
. black borse-named Belzebub which Is 81
foroo;o,s and untameable that no one but hersel
can even approach him. For her to mount n
kneels down, and obeys with the doc'hty OIL 40
bar every word A French General will soon tax
F Miss T. and Belzebub to Italy, it is sad. "onde
r. Miss r could make cup of T., or If she know
which of the COWS ives buttermik
Npw F1oUR.-The first load of new Flour wa
t. nv
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

Bzy- in Pontotoc county, Mississippi, recent y
man wayaid and shot another for some si'9ht
cause, Kidding his body with heavy charge OF
buckshot, and killing him instantly. The assassin
made his escape, but was pursued, brought back
arragned before Judge Lynch and sentenced to
be hanged, which sentence was immediately exc
cuted, making the third mob execution IN that
locality in two wears.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

Cool WEArHER.-Saturday and Sunday nights were
decidedly cool-overcoats and fires were again louho
Necessary articles after of the warmest sort OF
weather.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

Mr. MCRAE's ADDREss.-The Address OF H.
X. McRae, Esq, before the two Literary Societies
at Chapel Hill last week, was one of the best pro-
auctions we have ever heard. While listening to 1t,
We could not resist the conclusion that Mr.. McRae
was one of the greatest orators North Carolina has
in her borders or has ever produced The sentl-
mcnt and style of the Address were admirable and
elected treatment applause 4 friend has furnished
with synopsis, together with an account ol
cop,n,t pccmrnt exercises which we will endeavol
10 publish next week.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

ACcIpENr.-On Wednesday last, team of four
horses attached to a Wagon, took fright III the
back yard of Mcssrs Druckcr llcIibrun store
and ran cut into the street In crossing the street
one of the wheel horses fell and was dragged by
the others against the curb stone of the pavement
on the opposite side, breaking his neck instantly
The eve ofanother horse was Knocked out. With
this exception, no other damage was done, although
several persons in the street at the time, narrowly
cscapcd serious injury. The team belonged to OIL
was in possession ola MrGrccn of WatauSa county
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
COMMENCEMENT AT CHAPEL HILL.

An unusually large number of persons attended
the commencement exercises at the \. [. Cnlver-
sty last week. The Graduating Glass consisted OF
90 young gentlemen. The following are the only
ones from the western part of the State: james
Miller of Ruhcrfordton; + ID Stockton OF States
Vile; John A Woodburn of Guiford; Robt W
Cole. \ ID Lindsay, John \ Sloan, of Greensboro;
f 3 Withers, NJ IL Pinnix, Thos } BadGett, OF
CaSWell
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

How Is TIVE stated last week, on the
hest authority that Mr. Ashe, the whig nominee
in this District, had declined. Two or three gen
tlcmen informed us at CabarruS Court that Mr
\She had told them he could not and would not
accent; but we have since learned that, at the re-
quest of his friends he has concluded to keep the
matter under consideration for the present, and be
governed by future circumstances We do not
understand these movements, and we should like
for the opposition to say whether or not they m
tend to have a candidate in this District We
don't believe Mr. Ashe would be guilty OF any
secret under-hande movement, but we think he
ought to positively decline or accept in order to
allow both parties to prepare for the canvass and
understand each other, which would relieve his
friends from any suspicion of desiring to pursue
dCceptiVc course
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

NEW FLoUR.-The first load of new Flour was
brought to market on Friday by Mr. Harris 5
TvsoF of Moore county, and sold to MessrS' D. d
" McIaurin. Caro't"'o".
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07

CHARLEsroN, June SEQ bales cotton were sold at
prices ranging from 81 to 1850, showing decline OF
an to 4c.
New YoRK June 3.-Cotton is heavy; Cplauds l0sc
Flour 10 cents lower; Wheat is dropping.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
CHARLOTTE MARKET.
JUNE Z, 1859.

Corrected ,ceck{y by II. B. Williams d, TO-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-07
REMARKS

TNoTE.-Grain sold by weight-Corn b6 lbs
bushel, Wheat so lbs, Rye 60 lbs, Oats SO lbs.
Peas co lbs.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-09-26

L inns. we advise passengers to lose no time in
securing rooms for the trip on the Minnesota. They
csppos nj 70 feel 1t home board and will be fur
nlshsd With excellent accommodations.
Lwcy Aoccissbe for VScksburg and Bends.-The
tsautial and ia packet Lucy Holcombe, Capt. J. "
whs, commander, Mr.. Geo. Rener. clerk, leaves this
eysnIng At O'Clock for the above and all intermediate
:audlnsl The Aolcombe has superior accommoda
tsouB 10 large number 81 passengers and ia com
manded BY o6icers who never leave anything undone
% add to The comfort and enjoyment of their guests
Remember the Lucy, this evening.
The Nebraska for Memphis.-The large and mag.
nidcent passenger packet Nebraska, Capt. William
Wray, commander. Mr.. E. W. Halliday, clerk leaves
At O'clock this evening for Memphis and all inter
mediate landings The Nebraska is one of the finest
packets in the New Orleans and Memphis United
States mail line, ali Of which are crack packets
Her stately cabin arrangements are worthy OF
palace, and her general appointments are unequaled
Her arrival is always hailed with pleasure, and she
always takes q crowd Of passengers. We advise
travellers to 60 on board early and secure rooms IN
time. The Nebraska connects at Memphis with the
Memphis and Charleston and with the Memphis and
Ohio railroads for all points North and East; and
also with regular packets for Louisville and ST. Louis
Through tickets can be procured and plan of the
cabin iospected BY applying to j. g. Freligh agent,
under the ST. Charles Hotel.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-09-26

The exchange market has been the feature this
week The transactions all round reach of dollars
While foreign bills have bsen well sustained, domestic funds
have rsceded, particularly for sight and sight The
general counter rats at the banks to-day for checks
York Pet prem though banks would sell at "
There much desire evincsd sell freely Ggur
though the rats will be week Outsids the chief
sales for the best drafts par day sight dis
sixty days sight, two round Of good, at dis other
GOOD to fair bills at l@N and ~ d but plenty buyers
4@71< dis.
There done in sterling 1885, 1925 0sI fer
clear bills There also sales for remittance l0
Document bills taken l0SH 1854 10s moderate
only Francs dsals in 5lsa 57 Paris
direct Extreme range of the to l6L with
concessions bills not having the prestige Of established
soundness
Condition of the Banks of Ne,c Orleans on Satur-
f2s fau The 24fh igente,nbpr 1880
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1859-09-26
Imports.

HBRAzos sANTIAGo--Per Steamship Indiapoa-ssi, IA
specie Cramer &co$t2 SO do Cabalero
zs s Dc Egsnasl 500 John Marks
Nouns sros1sl $50 Joseph LabSrdesi29o Ianbas
~ horses 70 Campbel-lo do de Gscouria7S7
lead De Egana-2 pkgs mdss Mu sina-6 turtles Socoa
co-rotal S8U4l6 30 specie
TAMPICo-Per schr Peter Mowell-50 bales sarsapara
TieSS do Fernandez &co-ShU0O specie &co-$ OlO
Goldsmith, Haber Aco-iot fruit Pra,s. Pnjol Geo.
NEW YoRK-Per steamship Mexco-assortsd mdse
GALVESTON AND SABINE PAss-Per Steamship Gen
kusk : lot cattle to 1nbau Mehle-J Salvant.
HAVRE-Psr ship Heidelberg mdse.
Receipts at the Carondelet Canal.
BAYOU LAGoMBE-Per schr shamrock-300 bis sand to
order. "
order. - " =
BAYOU LAcoMBE-Per schr Rapide- bbs sand, order
BAY ST LOuIS-Per schr Rosse-20 coo lumber order
BAY ST LoUIsPer schr Christopher feet
lumber TO order.
BILoXI-Per schr Charlotte Ann-s50 bbls charcoal order
BILOXI-Per schr Gleaner-910 bbls charcoal to order
BoNFoUCA-Per schr Lbeste-S5 600 bricks to order.
MANDEvILLE-Per schr Boxi-l0OO bbs charcoal, order
SHE'LL BANKS-Per schr Marquez-6l0 bbs Shells order
sHEL BANKS-Per schr Aert-2S0 bbls shells to order