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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

BAcox-Demand good-hog round ll& Hams
would probably bring fraction over 10 cents. Lard
has slightly advanced.
FLouR-A load of new Flour sold yesterday at SO 10
per sack best article. The demand Is good.
WHEAT is not quite so brisk. New wheat brought
$l 20 last week Corn is firm at quotations
Corrosive quote fair to good at 10 to loa-the
latter was the highest price paid last week The de-
mand by manufacturers is good lin consequence OF
an oversight the quotations for Cotton in our last issue
were not high enough-the best should have been
quoted at l0s instead of sa.]
n C. Whskey SIS and go cents Mackerel, NO J.
Sl2 SO per half bbl.-No. 2, $40.
Chickens and Butter scarce and in dcmand
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28
SHEEP LOST.
UNITED BAPTIST INSTITUTE

The Eighth Session of the United Baptist Institute
at Taylorsville, N c., will commence on inc sccO"d
ruo,.dav Of Univ and continue for 81 weeks.
Board can be had in the most respectable families at
from S35 to $40 per session. exclusive of lights and
including washing, wood etc
Tuition from $40 to $l5-contingent fee 81.
TEAcHERs-H T. Burke, Principal; W. R. Gaultney,
Assistant.
RrrEREycEs-The Faculties of the University, OF
Davidson College, and of Wake Forest College
A. CARSON, Secretary.
June o. 1859 Stat -..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

FOURTH DISTRICT Linn B. Sanders, OF John
ston county, has announced himself a candidate for
Congress in the 18th or Raleigh District, in opposl-
ton to Mr. Branch, democrat. Sanders is a land
grabbing, mongrel, go-between, milk and water
democrat-a very poor specimen of a politician at
hest. Messrs Branch and Sanders had discus
sion at Raleigh on Saturday night, and we should
Judge from the account we find in the Press that
Linn b. was pretty much used up, notwithstanding
he was backed by Duncan K McRae and Mr. Syme'
editor of the Register, both of whom interrupted
Mr. Branch during the discussion.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

B7g~ The New York Tribune "a nigger-loving
rapcr) is very angry because the University OF
North Carolina conferred on Mr. Buchanan the de-
gree of Doctor of Laws. 1t speaks of this State
as the Great Tar Pot and Rosin Reservoir OF the
Union" and endeavors to rldicule the University
The cause of the Trbune's wrath, no doubt Is the
tact that the University expelled Prof. Hcdrck
from the Faculty for promulgating abolition sentl
ments, and because the citizens OF the State tar
and feather and drum out of town the ioW-llie
scoundreIs who come among them from the Nortn
to ecctioneer for the Tribune and to steal negroes
and horses. Tar suits their skin very we'll, ana
while the application is being made they are as
humble lambs, but soon as they get In inc
land of the Tribune Office they become as bold as
lions. Probably the writer of the article In the
Tribune has feared something of the sticking
qualities of tar and rosin; if not, we think II ne
will come out here, the boys will give him lesson
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

RAILROAD MEETING IN SHELBY.-A NUMBER
of the friends of the Wilmington, Charlotte ana
Rutherford Railroad in Cleaveland county, held
meeting in Shelby on the 18th inst, and appointed
so delegates to represent that county In the nan
road mass meeting to be held at Reedy Patch Gap
on the 4th of July or some other time not yet DEN
ntey fixed upon. The object of the meeting at
Reedy Patch Gap is for the purpose OF aiding the
construction of the Road across the Blue Ridge at
said Gap.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

WASHINGTON, June 24.-The impression here
among gentlemen connected with the d.pl O.
matte corps is, that although the Governments OF
Europe not engaged in present hostlIites are oec
sirous, and hope for peace, the comPncation %
vent General war. In such an event, diplomatsts
here have no hesitation in saying that Russia
will array herself on the same side with France
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

FAMILY Po1soNED.-The entire family OF MI
Fickes, residing in Centreville, Pa, were badly
noisoned recently, by eating preserves put up IN
common lead glazed earthen ware jars
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

OPPOSITION AT LAsT-The last marlborough
Argus has the name of Gen. S. IL. Walkup, OF
Union county, at the head of its editorial columns,
as the whig know-nothing candidate for Congress
in this District in opnosition to Mr. Craige.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

Observation-Disclosures is directed to the ad-
vertiyement of the Hartford Insurance Company.
T. w. Dewey, at the Branch Bank, is the Agent
for this place. Every body should keep their
nroncrtv insured-it has saved many one from
begcary and ruin.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

CoTTox BLooM.-Mr j. Audrey has sent us cotton
bloom pucked from the plantation OF MIR Aru'eS
in the lower part of this county last week Inns Is 'e
first bloom we have seen this season. but were informed
last week bv Mr. L. J. Grier and Mr. s. H. Smith OF
blooms their plantations. Mr. Ardrey informs Us
that crops are promising in his section.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

say~ \ friend in Catawba county writes us, un-
der date of the 22d, that the Wheat crop in that
county is very good, and that Corn looks we'll,
From ak directions we have alike cheering ac
rouuts of the crops.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

THE 4rH JULY.-Last week We published the
programme of arrangements for celebrating the
4th of July at our sister town of Concord. No
doubt the citizens of Concord and Cabarrus county
will make the occasion an interesting one and
creditable to all concerned. An Grafton will be
delivered by VIM. NJ Coleman, Esq, the National
Declaration of Independence read by V. c. Bar
ringer, Esq, and the Mecklenburg Declaration by
VIM. S. Harris, Esq
At Raleigh, on the 4th, an Grafton will be de-
livered by R. e. Badger in the morning, and in
the evening John Spellman will deliver an grafton
touching the Mecklenburg Declaration of indie
pendence.
We acknowledge the receipt of an invitation to
attend a celebration at Pineville, in this comfy,
Oh Saturday next See programme ofproceedlngs
in another column.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

HoNEY-Mr Berry Henry informs US that on
the 10th instant he obtained from a wild bee-tree
one hundred and ten pounds of good Honey.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28
Eauaine an Canada Vest.

district state the greatest distress prevails there
from the want of food, and unless immediate rene1
= afforded actual starvation viii ensue.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28
HlRTFORD FIRE INSURANCE CO.,

HARTFORD, Conn.
Incornorated A D. 1870 Charter Perpetual.
Authorized capital $1,000 600
Capital paid in ooo'ooo
Surplus ooo,oo"
ASSETS JANUARY l, 1859.
c.s, ~ bond and in Bank sis,455 %
Cash in hand of Agents and in transit, o4'oI. o'
Real Estate unencumbered (cash valueJ Loooo w
Bills receivable, amply secured ao,tf %
o'9Oo q q New York l97,750 90
'7IO i" Boston, 1880 OF
100 shares Bank Of the State of Missouri, lo,ooo "
State and city Bonds, per cents, 500 W
I1u;ted States' Treasury Notes, l4,o35 OF
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

Begr We learn from gentleman who has trav-
eled over portions of Texas, Arkansas and LOUIS
iana that the crops in those States are In thrifty
condition and everything bids fair for an abundant
Weld
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

New Posi- OFFICE.-A new Post Ohce has
been established at White Sulphur Springs, "a
tawba county, to be called "Eliott's Springs, d.
f. o. Elliott Postmaster
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

VII CHAR & RUTHERFORD RAILRoAD.-A
.,uel meeting of the Company was held at Rock
ham, Richmond county, on the 23d inst, for
,be purpose of considering the amendments to the
.b,rter made by the last Legislature. We learn
from > gentleman who was present that the amend
,oents were accepted unanimously. \ resolution
NO. passed comforting on the Agent ofany county,
~l;cb has subscribed to the stock of the company,
mower to appoint proxy to act IN his stead. The
next annual meeting of the Company is to be held
:. C,b.rlotte ON the 18th of October.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

E7F@ THE SCENERY OF THE MOUNTAINS OF WEST
ERN NORTH CAROLINA AND NORTHWESTERN SOUTH "a
RoLISA is the title of neat little book OF lzo pages
Just received from the author, Henry L. Cotton Esq
Since its reception have not had time 10 examine It's
contents but from the favorable notices OF the res
the State and from what we know OF the aoiiy ol MI
Cotton to make the book Interesting, we should think
every North Caronian ought to have copy anu mus
encourage the efforts of the author to make known the
beauties of the western portion of his native State
map accompanies the work, showing all the prominent
points 1t is for sale in Charlotte by Mr. Lowrie
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

A HoAx.-The mar, elous account published
in some of the papers of the falling of a great mass
of meteoric stones in Oswego county, n. J., 81
feet thick, is all humbug. No truth in It,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

In Davidson county, after protracted Illness Wesley
Swain, Esq, aged az years.
In York district on the 18th inst, Mrs Jane S; Ross
wife of John NJ Ross, Esq, aged so years. Also, on
the sth Mr. John Rainey aged 76 years Also, on the
9Th Mrs Nancy Meeb, aged 10 years.
In Chester District, on the 10th ult, Col. D. H. Cole
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

DE.Tu OF AN EDITOR-F. f. Boner, Esq,
Junior Editor of the Winston Sentinel, died at
Danhurv ON the 18th inst. of consumption.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

R3% \ gentleman in this town informs us that ne
has engaged to sell his whole crop of Wheat mot yet
threshcd out) at 81 10 per bushel This we tnlhF'
good price considering the large crop everywhere
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

RANK OF CHARLoTTE--This Bank has de-
,,.od sou,i-onnual dividend of four per cent,
,avable on and after the 18th ofJuly
THE annual meeting of the stockholders of the
Rank Will be held on Wednesday the 9th OF July
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

asy- The tobacco crop of Rockingham and Gas
we'll counties is said to be very forward ana HOOK
ing remarkably fine.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28
REMARKS.

TNoTE.-Grain Is sold by WeIgHl--OuTH % IUs' p,
bushe Wheat 80 lbs, Rye 60 lbs, Oats 80 lbs, and
Peas GO lbs
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-06-28

To J. 3. Dow, ESQ, Dubuque, Iowa.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

u Read Allen Il Southmayd's advertise
ment. DAVID takes special care to provide the
incest articles for the table, sells very low. keeps
n heavy stock of Groceries, buys Hogs. Beef
Wheat. Oats, Corn, Hides and Furs, and now
while CHARLEY is roaming over tie city of New
York, Seeking wife probably his bachelor
partner would be pleased to see and trade Will,
all the people of Northern Iowa. You will
always find their goods up to the recommen.
dation.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

Personality will afford great pleasure to
the numerous friends of Hon. N. l.. Fisher and
Lady to learn that Mrs. Fisher is rapidly re-
covering her health at Holden, Mass whittier
she went some weeks since to see her native
home, it was feared never to return. Happily
it is now expected she will soon rejoin her Iowa
friends and long remain with them an orna.
ment to the social circle.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

No Duel.-l'he ilust ious English and the
heroic Montgomery have settled their Difficult.
ties and Washington society breaths easier.
What fool it makes of common mortal to
send him to Congress and teach him that pea
Cock ism is the height of American manners.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

Big Turkey in late No. of the
Gutenberg Journal, advises the members Of
the bar in this County to eschew the intoxicat-
ing bowl, study their own powers and in some
cases he suggests that Farming would suit
them better than Law
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

Se,card Tribune is more than suspec-
ted of being hostile to the ambitious pre.ensions
of Senator Seward. In a late article it stated
that "since Seward occupancy Of Congress
ional seat. he has never dared to dcnounce the
robbery and fraud going on around linn 10y con-
tracts, plumbers, book sNindles, &c. &c.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

IVestfe'd-We call the attention Of our
Fayette County readers (and they are growing
numerous) to the card of our valued acquain.
lance, ". w. BARNARD, Esq. of Fayette.-
it has been long enough to make many friends,
and We are glad to know that he is passing
through the ''hard times with colors flying
His stock consists of everything that enters
into trade and it necessarily is extensive for the
retail trade. May his business efforts be crown
ed with success equal to his moral and social
merit.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
KENYQN'S NEW
SKY-LIGHI DAGUE nREAN GALLERY.

aver the Post ONCE, McGregor is now open and
ready for visitors. Thankful for your liberal pat
ronage during the past summer, am determined to
merit il in the future, by making such Pictures and
such prices as shall please all feel confident that
can do go hav.n. had ten years practice OF the art
Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, euro
types Papyrotypes Photographs taken 10 one to ten
seconds at 25 cents to 10 dollars. O. A. KENYON.
McIrnrnr. NnY IL. lshSnQtf -
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

Donation friends of Rev. I. w
Wadsworth will meet at Jones & Bass Hall
some night next week for socia! and benevo'
lent purposes. Due notice will be given by the
Committee Of Arrangements.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

SO am located in the Post Office building Re-
member the place, at the sign OF the big Watch. ia
Having had charge OF the watch work OF of the
finest establishments ia the the west, for year. have
the satisfaction Of giving below, their Recommendation,
az matter OF reference. AUGUSTUS FRENCH.
Mctiregor Iowa, June Ii, ls5snssH .
MILWAUKEE May %, 1863.
TO ALL WHOM IT. NAY CONCERN: This
ccrtifcs that Mr. Augustus French has been in
ploy during the year of 1857 as a Matchmaker and
we most cheerfuly recommend him as very superior
workman In all that pertains to the matchmaking
business. NATSON & LooMIs.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
NOTICE

NOTICE
rs hereby given, TO all whom it may concern, that
\ the last Will and Testament of Alexander Moore
gor deceased, late OF Clayton county, Iowa. will be
admitted to Probate, at the February term Of the
County Court of said county of Clayton, to be began
and held at Gutenberg, in said county, the first
Monday in February, A. D. 1859.
BY order Of said County Court.
.. W. CRARY,
January l3, 1889 Il7w3 County Judge.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

vYAyING estahli7hsd tbe ccoperjng hnsiness at
McGrego am now prepared TO do most kinds
OF work IN my line, such as
WAVING AND REPAIRING BiRRELS,
And all other Wooden Ware / warrant all my work
and tha money will be refunded any CT fails to hs
as Represented. will payseFh for
$4,000 stavss for Pork Barrels,
Shop on Ann street, near the hYick Academy:
ISAAC III TBEWS
ucGregcr, Dec. 2, 1858 stf
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
SHERIFF'S SALE
OF
WAREHOUSE GOODS

NOTICE is hereby given, that whereas the following
~ described Good, Wares and Merchandise mark ed
"W T. care Of Z. & g., have remais ed in the W are.
house Of Rogers Stafford at McGregor Iowa for sir
mouths unclaimed and uncalled for to- wit Two head
blocks croSs-ties, shaft with large friction wheel
and pinion, l guide, 20 pieces of axles :.
l sugar mill, upright Wheel cross head, 4 wooden
legs, round kettle, fat heads,2 pieces Of boxes
water wheels CRATE bars, burning bars, 2 dfop
Frames, spnwheels, gudseons, sides for mills,
middle piece, pieces bocd together with two pieces
OF iron, piece, single, plumber boxes shaft with
pulley and friction, two "a inch pulleys boxes .
erosstcs, end pieces, carriage timbers, strnger
with sacks attached inch bar of wrought iron 25 feet
long, bundle Of Jsi'eces iron strips 10 fpot long,
And whereas, the said Rogers 4 Stafford have a lien
upon said Goods for the and lawful charges for
the advancing and storage of the same
NOW, therefore, for the purposes Of satisfying and
paying OH said charges together with the cost of adj.
Vsrtisng and selling said goods, will on the 5th day
OF March, A. d. 1859, ut the Warehouse of said
Rogers Stafford in McGregor, Iowa, between the hours
OF o'clock A. NJ. and O'Clock Z. NJ, of said day.
sell said goods at Public Auction to the highest bid
der Tor cash. in pursuance Of the provisions OF the
statute in such case made and provided
JAMES DAVIS,
Sheriff of Clayton county Iowa
by y. NJ. FUTILE,
January l., lso9 law6 Deputy sheriff.
Printers Fec 81
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
Pixies Peak.

Pixies Peak.
What spikes Peak" again? Of course !;
and we expect it will be again and again till
Spring and probably some ways into Summer
In the west it is the absorbing topic and we
must write of what interests the public or sur.
render our news columns to Congressional
Speeches or dissertations on Sorghum.
The news received by way of our exchanges
continues to grow better. Letters from Oma.
ha, Council Bluffs, Leavenworth and other
points out west are all confrmatary of the
richness and extent of the mines and it is now
thought that 10000 persons will be moving up
Platte Valley by the LIST. of June; scarcely viii
lage in the west but has an organized compa.
ny ready to leave when The trees do. In our
town pixies Peak Stoves, Wagons, boots, long
toms &c. &C., are already staring you in the
face, while our advertising columns show that
the pervading idea in the minds of our mer-
chants is that of "Gold!'
II may be news to our readers to be inform.
cd that the real Pixies Peak is only few miles
from MeGresor The hiGP WIS ; 50 called iia las.
nv Years ago in honor of Gen. PIKE who en-
camped on it when he came to this section to
receive from the French Agents The surren-
der of the country to the United States
Whether there is any gold at the old Peak
we cannot say but that it has long gone by the
name of Pike is IL fact confirmed by our oldest
| settlers This latter is the Peak to which
many of our citizens will prefer going in the
| Spring
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
NOTICE

NOTICE
Y hereby given, that there is file in the
County Court of Clayton county, petition asking
that the following territory may be annexed to and
made part OF the Town of McGregor, to-wit: Basil
Giard Claim No. !. fractional section No. o. The
northwest quarter of section 81 and the north half OF
the northeast quarter Of section q, all in Town 95
North of Range west OF 9Th Principal Meridian Said
Petition is made by the inhabitants residing on said
territory exclusive those residing in the present town
of McGregor
A hearing of said Petition will be had before the
County Judge OF Clayton county, at Gutenberg, on
the LIST Monday in March, 1859, where any contestant
may appear and defend, If thought proper.
A. Il. WAIVER,
Agent for Petitioners.
McGiregor, January IL, 1859 ll7w4
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26

Douglas d. -Horphy.-These two men now
occupy very commanding positions on the
American Chess Board. The former has check
ed a powerful administration, mated the Repub.
lican party and is now castled in the Senate for
six years from the 4th Of March next, with a
prospective move to the Presidency without the
loss of a piece. The latter has beaten the re.
nowned players Of the Royal game both in
Europe and America with one exception,
(Staunton) and after vainly endeavoring to get
an even match out of the boosted London
knight, he has finally proposed to give him a
pawn and a move, and to play for any stakes he
will name
These men are the true "Young American
models and the devil only will be able to bea,
them.
The weekly north Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1857-1867, 1859-01-26
EXCELSIOR!

EXCELSIOR!
n Watch Making s. Repairing! "a
A.great and important end accomplished!
DOTTUMs Patent Improved Uaircrsal Chuck
ID Lathe, for turning aud finishing every description
Il work. connected with the manutactory and repair
ny of watch movements The advantages gained in
the invention many and great in securing wheels,
pinions. stats cylinders &c, and in turning down,
polishing and fitting pivots jewels. ruby-stae lever
pallets &c, &c, whereby the mot delicate parts OF
cronometer duplex, patent levers and other watches
are secured aud held in their proper position for orect
operations time saved and other great advantages
gained. Patented July l5 1851.
AUGUSTUS FRENCH,
Having purchased the right the above described
Lath (and the only having such Lath, right in
this vicinity aud with the addition of other expensive
and complicated machinery such the most modern
aud'improvod wheel and pinon cutting engine, and
rounding up machine, would here state, that L am
prepared to make repair any part of the nest
watch i'll scientific and workman-lihe manner. No
watch maker has taken greater pains to improve in
this important branch than myself having thoroughly
studied the primary construction of watches in
ueXou with knowledge OF many experiments made
by some OF the best workmen in New York u. der whose
instruction l have been. 1 do claim a theoretical
knowledge and practical uudcre andng of the various
projections and perfections in the different classes of
watch movements. l make it my principal study to
improve and excel in this important business. Those
who have fine watches that need repairs, will time
and expense, and quite often their watches from i
proper usage, by calling and getting them put
in good order. And no mistake, your watch however,
tine or choice will be in safe hands if left with me.
have apprentice. tnkers at the business but it
will be my constant endeayor by personal attention
to business, to reduce the science OF watch making to
practice, AID my increased facilities enable to do
at less rates than any who hangs out sign,
and MAKES atemps AT watch making, with no TOOLS
Lathcs requisite. have GU hand good assortment Of
watch materials to supply country dealers a low
New York prices l have the art OF making Jewels Of
all ClrOQumoter balances,
part OF Il watch, and country watch makers will do
we'll TO send when they have watches that require
new parts that they cannot supply
Clocks and Jewelry will also receive attention.