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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
Weldon, n c., Dec 5, 1859

A Boz Sa0oTs HIS FATHER.-The Nashville
Gazette gives the particulars Of recent depcrable
occurrence in Chatham county, Tenn. A man ma
med Lancaster accompanied his wife on visit to a
neighbors, leaving at home their son, boy of l l
years Of age, to take charge ofthe house At late
hour Of the night the mother and father returned,
and Mr. Lancaster suggested to his wife, that for
sport and to test the courage OF the boy, he would
stealthly approach the house and knock for admit
lance. He did so, and the boy inquired who was
there, but received no answer. The lad then got
down his fathers double barreed shotgun, and
coming outside the house again asked who it was
that knocked. Receiving no answer, he raised
the gun and fired, lodging large number Of buck
shot in the body of his father and producing wounds
which, it is supposed, will result in his death.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

RAILROAD PROsPECTs.-The prospect of soon
securing sufficient amount of stock to build the
Germanton and Coal Fields Railroad, is very fiat
tering, and our friends in Stokes very SAN
guine as to the full success Of the enterprise.
When all the stock for the road from Danville to
Gcrmanton has been secured, We presume forsyth
will put her "shoulder to the wheel" to push along
the High Point connection. The idea is also al
ready entertained by some of continuing the Rail-
road from Germanton westward to Wilkesboro, at
no very distant me.--.S0ieDe Press
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
CORRESPONDENCE BETWEEN GOV.
WISE AND MR.. BUCHANAN.

After the sentence of old Brown and his band
of assassins and previous to the execution, the
following correspondence took place between MIR
Buchanan and Gov Wise in relation to the Fed
eral power in repelling invasion. The President
ayows distinctly his willingness to have afforded
the aid allowed by the Constitution if Gov. Wise
had officially called for such aid:
RIcHIoND VA, Nov 25, 1859.
Sir:-I have information from various quarters,
upon which | rel y, that conspiracy OF formidable
extent in means and numbers, is formed in Ohio,
Pennsylvania, New York and other States, to res
cue John Brown and his associates, prisoners at
Charlestown, Virginia. The information is speel-
&c enough to be reliable. 1t cOnvnces me that
an attempt will be made to rescue the prisoners,
and if that fails then seize citizens OF this State
as hostages and victims in case of execution. The
execution will take place next Friday, as certainly
as that Virginia can and will enforce her laws.
| have been obliged to call out one thousand
men, who are under arms, and, If necessary,
shall call out the whole available force Of the State,
to carry into effect the sentence of our laws the
; I'd ana 9th proximo. Places in Mary land, Ohio
and Pennsylvania have been occupied as depots
and rendezvous by these desperadOes, unobstructed
by guards or otherwise to invade this StaG 3nd
RACES from fire and rapine on our borders | APP
prise you Of these facts in order that you may take
steps to preserve peace between the States [
protest that my purpose is peaceful, and that
dsclaim all threats when l say, with all the might
of meaning, that if another invasion assais this
State or its citizens, from any quarter, will pur-
sue the invaders wherever they may 90, into any
territory, and punish them wherever arms can
reach them. | shall send copies of this to the
Governors Of Maryland, Ohio and Pennsylvania
With due respect and consideration,
Yours, truly, HENRY \. WISE.
To His Exccl!ency, James Buchanan,
President Of the United States
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

FANE undersigned invites the attention of Mill Own
L ers, those going into the Milling business to
examination of the above Mill, of which can be
in operation Mr. J. Is. Stewards, within five
miles 81 Charlottc: said Mills are capable of saving
from three to five thousand feet per day with half the
power required to drive the circular mills. and much
less than that required to drive the Sash-saw.
doing their work perfectly smooth and beautiful.
In addition to the above, viii furnish all kinds of
gearing and shafting Iron Water wheels; Patent Saw
mill Dogs Mill Spinde<; French Burr Mill Stones with
patent balance: best anchor Boiling Cloth: in short.
amy thing pertaining to the Milling Business The
above made with all the modern improvements and
will be sold on the most reasonable terms.
Mr. B. Stewart can be consulted with reference to
the above mills machinery, and orders through him
will receive prompt attention. A list Of prices, to-
gether VITA circulars containing certificates from per-
sons using my mills, will be application.
\. WINTER.
\. B.-The great simplicity of my Mill offers induce
ments to the infringement Of my patep and to
litigation give this notice, that the law will be rgdly
enforced against any person using manufacturing
any part of my Improvement. A. W.
Charlotte, Dee. 49, 1859. 3m-pd
CHARLOTTE, Dec. Is. 1859.
using of Mr. Winters Patent Mills at
my place five miles from town. and find it all it is
recommended to be, doing the work both fast and
smooth, and with les water than any other mill.
cheeruly recommend it to all m-Owners as superior
to any that has come under my notice.
j. B. STEWART
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
A CARD.

Some time last Spring [ received letter from
Messrs. Appleton & Co., Of New Iork--in reply to
one | had written them--@iving the names of
several distinguished gentlemen of North Carolina
whose biographies they wished me to prepare Tor
their New American Cyclopelia.'
Gov. Ellis was among the number, and first to
be sent This was prepared and forwarded within
the time prescribed by the Mcssrs A, but they
say it was two late, and l am glad Of it Those of
Gov. Swain, Judge Saunders, MIR Macon, Col.Joy-
ner and others in state of preparation when
information reached that the book would
tain biographies Of Fred. Douglass, Otis, Lucretia
Mott, Phillips, Stowe, and all the other prominent
black and white, male and female aboiitionists.
at once determined that Of North Carolina s
honored names should appear in the same book
through any agency of mine. and | publish this
card to notify my friends (while [ thank them)
who have aided me with data
T. f. SIMMONS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
THE BROWN RESCUE RUM0s.

With reference to the statements that thet irgin-
ans had no good ground for their fears thaian at
tempt would be made to rescue Brown on tie day
Of his execution, the Cincinnati Enquirer, OF the
9th instant, says
eve have important Information upon tie sub
iect which has not yet been given to the ,ublic.
While returning from the execution at Charles
town, we fell in company with several PERSONS
whose official and social position in Virginia afford
ed opportunity to become possessed of information
that could be reached by no others. In thec0ur>c
of conversation we assured that Gov. Wise
had the most reliable and authentic information
that there a secret organization, extending
Throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania and New YORK, and
numbering some 3,C0Q persons, bound together by
a solemn oath, who were sworn to attempt the re-
scue Of old JOHN Brown One source from which
this information Was obtained was member Of the
Pennsylvania Legislature with whom Gov Wise
corcsponGed. 1t is also well known to persons
who were informed in regard to the operations OF
the State authorities. that fer number of weeks
several detectives from Baltimore and New York
have been actively travelling through PENNSYLVANIA,
Ohs0, and New York, 70 gain information in re-
gard to the reported recent organization. The in
tOrman who gives the details OF these investima-
tions, stated that one Of the detectives from New
York actually admitted amongst the rescue
gang; that he took the oath administered to each
and that in the Of his association with the
leaders, he slept arHh Of old John Broom
and ruth 7Idd, both of whom made their escape
from Harpcr's Ferry after the others had fallen in
TO the hands of the military. This intimacy gave
the detective opportunity of gaining the desired
information in regard to the contemplated invasion
and rescue, which was communicated to Gov Wise
In detail, and being Of reliable and positive char
acter, lie fell himself warranted in taking such
steps as would preserve the honor OF the State,
and prevent the cfiuson of blood
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
WISEAK'S BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY.
Erom Ex-Alderman PERKINs

BOSTON, Feb. 8 1853.
Or S. w. Fowle.-Dear Sir For verai DAYS had been
suffering from the ettcs OF cold accompan ed by
very throat and sick headache which completely inca
pacitaid me Tor bsness had taken but a small portion
OF single bot1le oil this Balsa, when experienced mme
date ree My cough broken up once and Av lungs
entirely relieved from the pressure which had be ,me So
painful attribute this entire the good effects of YOUR
Wild Cherry as took other medicine whatever cor
daily recommend 1t 10 all my ffIends Respectfully Yours
~ SAM'L S PERKINS.
None genuine unless signed l. BUTTS on the wraDner
For sale by E. NYE HUTCHINSON g. CO., Charlotte.
December 20.
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To Hire and Rent,

number OF NhUno MEN anu 0lN10 to hire, pri.
next to the old Methodist Parsonage, with room, -
all necessary ut-buldings.
Enquire at my office opposite Kerr's Hotel.
J. NJ. MILLER, ND
November %, 1859. St
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

THE WESTERN ExTENsIoN.-We are gratifed
in being able to state that this important State
work is now in fair way of being rapidly pushed
forward. The requisite amount Of stock has been
subscribed for constructing the Second Section of
the road, which extends from Morganton west
about - miles, and contracts have been awarded
accordingly for the entire section.
The mountain portion OF this section has been
awarded to Messrs Crockforl & Malone, gentlemen
of long and successful experience in work Of that
character
The remainder of the work has been awarded to
citizen contractors, among whomare Messrs. Avery,
Mckesson, Patton and others, whose character for
energy and perseverance, need no comment.
The contractors will enter upon the prosecution
Of the work immediately -Satisbury Banner
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
state of N. C:rotina-Gas,on County.

William NJ Ferguson VS.. A. A. Mauncy r. Abram Nau-
ney, ST., and Thomas Little.
1t appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that
Thomas Little, the deondent in this case is nOnresl-
dent of this State it is therefore ordered by the Court
that publication be made in the Western Democrat 2
paper published in the town of Charlotte, for six wek
notifying the said Thomas Little to be ard appear 81
the Court of Equity, to be held for the County oil
CASTOR at the Court House in Dallas the 9th Mon
day after the 4th Monday in February noxt, to plead,
answer or dcmur to compliments BILL otherwise Juag-
ment Will be taken pro confesso.
Witness, F. NJ. Alternately, Clerk and Master OF the
Court of Equity for CASTOR County, at Office the yh
Monday after the 4th Monday in August, A. D. 1879
and the saith year Of American independence.
88-6tl pr adv sc. F. NJ. ABERNATHY, c. NJ b.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

The Board of Superintendent of Common Scboo,
for Meckenburg county, will meet at the County Cent
Clerks office in Charlotte, on SATURDAY the 2tJ
inst. full meeting is earnestly solicited as thers
will be matters of interest before the Board,
J. P. ROSS, Charm
e
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Court Of Pleas and quarter Sessions ct Term 1859.
Sterling Tadlock and w II Simpson James Lowry
Original Attachment.
In this case it appearing to the satisfaction of the
Court that the defendant in this resides beyond the
limits of this State cOncealS himself that the
binary process of law cannot be served him, II 10
therefore ordered by the court that publication be made
in the Western Democrat for six successive weeks no
flying said defendant to be and appear at the next
Term of this court to be held for the county of Union
at the Court House in Monroe, the first Monday in
January, 1860 then and there to answer the plaintiffs
according to law.
Witness, Hough, clerk of our said court at Office
in Monroe, the first Monday i'll October, 1853, and IN
the Saith year of our Independence.
88-6t J. F. HOUGH, Clerk.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

JUDGE SAUNDERs.-The Superior Court was
in session in Wilson, last week, Judge Saunders
presiding. We did not hear his charge to the
Grand Jury, bat were told that he touched pretty
heavily on the subject of Northern traitors in our
region. We were asked if that was right? To be
sure it was. How could he warn the jury about
inceudiaries, if he did not describe them; tell
where they come from &c. He but discharged
his duty as sterling patriot, he is, and legally
obeyed the injuctions of the Act of Assembly,
GOkdsbOro Irtbune
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Court Of Pleas and Quarter Sessions October 7trm 1859
VIM. H. Simpson jackson c. Lemmond
observation-disclosures Q Lemmond summoned as garnishes
In this it appearing to the satisfaction Of tho
Court that the Defendant resides beyond the
this State conccals himself that the ordinary pro-
of law cannot be served on him, it is therefore
dered by the court that publication be made in the
Western Democrat, for six successive weeks notifying
SAID defendant to be and appear at the next Term Of
this court to be held for the county of Union, the
Court House in Monroe, the first Monday in January
1862 then and there answer the Plaintiff according
to law.
Witness, Hough, CLERK of our said court. Office
in Monroe the first Monday in October, 1852 and the
84th year of our independence.
88-6t J. r. HOUGH Clerk
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
DESPERATE ARRAY.

At Whites Store, on Thursday last, Mr., Jerry
Gulledge was desperately, and most probably, fatal
ly cut and stabbed by George Redfearn The cir
cumstances of the affair, as they have come to us,
are as follows. 1t appears that Mr. D. I; Redfearn
was engaged in killing hogs, MIR. j. Gulledge as
ssting, when George Redfearn came upon the
Ground partially intoxicated. He commenced to
Ill use man named Gardner (who, We suppose
was assisting Guledge) pushing him twice through
the fire and kicking him. Mr.. Gulledge interfered
to prevent this, when he was informed that he
(Redfearn) had not come there to raise fuss with
him, but that if he (Gulledge) would 60 out into
the road he would whip him, starting Oft immed-
lately, followed by Gulledge, who, as soon as they
got in the road, knocked him down. Redtearn
then seized him, and with knife, which he had
drawn, (some say before he got to the road,) cut
him dreadfully, one of the cuts entering the
lungs. He was cut in six places. His recovery
is doubtful Wadesbor0 1Jyus.
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State of N. CaroIima-MeckI c,

Court Of Pleas and Quarter Sessions, October Term 1889
Joel A Higgins, Administrator of William P McIelaud
VS.. R. S. MeLelland.
Petition to settle Estate.
1t appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that
S. McLelland is nhabitant of this State, but re-
sides beyond the limits of the same, is ordered by
Court that publication be made for six successive weeks
in the Western Democrat, newspaper printed in the
of Charlotte, notifying the said r. S. McLelland
appear before the Justices of Court of Pleas
Quarter Sessions at the next Court to be held for the
County of Mecklenburg, at the Court House in Charlotte
the 4th Monday January next. then and there to
the petition Of J. A. lIuggns; administrator Of
VIM. P. McLelland, the will be heard cxpare
as him.
Witness, W. K. Beid Clerk of our said Court Office
in Charlotte, the 4th Monday in October, 1859.
89-6t7 pr adv Sc. W. X. REID Clerk
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
SUPREME COURT.

The Supreme Court of this State commenced lis
session in this city on Monday, the 18th. Present
Chief Justice r. NJ. Pearson, ana Associate JUS
tees y. II. Battle and N. Z. Manly. The follow
ing gentlemen upon examination were found quail
fed and licensed to practice as Cou0se.lors and
Attorneys It Law n the sevcra. County Courts
CT this State:
y. u. Hammond Arson; 3. F. Simmons. troy
n. c.; ". n. Norman, Surry, r. T. Bsnrctt.
Anscn; \. s. Hinton, Marion, Ala; J. Il. Max
vel, SUIry: J. j. Hunt, Calhoun, Ga; J. u. Hunt,
Calhoun, Ga; J. w. Rogers, Arkansas; i. c.
Brabbcll, Scuppernong, n. G.; b. c, Manly,
Raleigh; William Adams, Greensboro; F. ".
Kennedy, Salem; Francis d. koonce, OusIow;
l.. 4. Satterthwaite, Pitt; \. D. Mclean, Hair
nett; j. X. Lassiter, Sampson; II. T. Jordan, Per-
son: G. f. Parish, Iillsboro; L c. Singetary Pitt;
s. l.. Robertson. Charlotte; Thomas Cowan.
Wilmington; X. j Brady, Edgecombe; D. J.
McGuire, Halifax; A. y. Hale, Randolph; W J.
Hale, Randolph; W. ]. Raspberry, Snow Hill,
Greene.-Raleigh Register.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

H@zg~ \ patent has issued from the Office at
Washington, D. c. to T. Butt Of Lncolnton, n. c..
for improved harness yoke.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

ELECTED SENATOR.-Col. Louis T. Wgfal has
been elected United States Senator from Texas bv
a majority of two. 1t is regarded as triumph
over Gov Houston
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

III LYa0y-T0tt IeT01l I603.
Jacob Setter and E. j. Robson Catharine Robeson'
Petition to sell Land.
In this case it appearing to the satisfaction OF the
Court that Catharine Robson is nonresident OF TINS
State, is therefore ordered by the Court that pubc"
ton be made In the Western Democrat paper pun
Shed in the Charlotte for six successive weeks
commanding her to he and appear before the Judge o.
our next Court of Equity to be held for the county Of
Catawba, at the Court House in Newton, on the TN
Monday after the 4h Monday in February next, then
and there to plead, demur to said BILL other
wise the will be taken pro confesso, and set for
hearing exparte to her.
Witness, G. NJ Yoder, Clerk Of said court at Of
flee in Newton, the I'd Monday i'll October 1859.
87-5t] pr adv Sc. g. NJ YODER, c. n B.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
SOUTHERN MEDICAL STUDENrs-Nortlc,

SOUTHERN MEDICAL STANDARDIZATION
CoNcyes.-The amount of money paid annually by
Southern Medical Students who 90 to Northern
Medical institutions, is enormous, and in the
present posture of affairs, it well behooves young
gentlemen Of the South to consider if it might not
be more proper for them to patronize Southern
Medical Institutions, where they would expcnd
their money among friends, than to continue to
patronize and sustain those who are obnoxious to
their section and care only for the dollars which
arc extracted from their pockets in way of fees and
board.-iredtU E1prosS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20
s@gp We must confess that our res

BEy" We must confess that our respect for our
'Northern Brethren has not at all been increased
by the course Of the Republican Representatives
in Congress, since the assembling of both Houses
but especially by the conduct Of Mr. Sherman and
his conseners in the House Of Representatives
These men used Helpers book at home as an
elcctoneering document They signed their names
to an endorsement OF it. They attended meetings
got up to syupathise with John Brown and the
other Harpcr's Ferry murderers. That they did
this, cannot be denied. The printed record is
there, bat when these things are brought home TO
them, they ignobiy deny all knowledge of such
things. Mr. Sherman, the Republican candidate
for Speaker, is "a marvellous proper man."
who does not at all sympathise with the ideas
advanced in Helpers book, although that book is
now circulated all over the North with John
Shermam's endorsement and recommendation.
Henry Wilson the Massachusetts, Senator, has now
no sympathy with Brown, although just before he
left Natick he assisted at and participated in a
John Brown meeting Hilaaington .Joursot
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

HoGs.-Two droves Of hogs are in our town, at
present. We understand that one lot numbering
about 300, are in fine condition. There are few
buyers, who have to pay II cents. Our
country Exchanges quote no higher than /, the
majority Of sales rating at from 6 to Ga Htnns-
k0rO ReGeSter
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

THE MoRMoNs IN REvIvAL-Ihe Mormons.
it appears, have had religious revival which last
cd four days, during which the Saints ad-
dressed by Brigham Young and sundry other shin
ing lights Of the Mormon Tabernacle. The tenor
Of the discourses, we'll as the general sentiment
OF the people, was exceedingly mild and presents a
striking contrast to the clustering and defiant tone
and newspaper article emanating from Salt Lake
City.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1859-12-20

Hon. DANIEL f. SICKLEs The Washington
CORRESPONDENT Of the Press writes concerning this
member Of Congress:
Iii quite true that there is very little dSosition
manifested by any the representatives to etablish
intimate relations with Mr. Sickles, but jUtice to
the man himself requires that | should site that
he seems to invite 10 such relations. Evry day
about fifteen minutes past twelve, when adebate
has begun, he walks in quietly from the size door,
and taxes his seatin Of the sofas the 'estern
side of the House, voting when called Jpn in a
low voice. He dresses in exquisite taste, nd has
cultivated a large pair Of brown whisker. He
seems conscious that public opinion is greatly
against him, and although his bearing is fu of his
characteristic ease and GOODNESS, it is sigulary
retiring and unobtrusive. Sitting in thegallery
on Wednesday and Thursday, | noticed seeral of
the leading members ofthe House going up;o him,
shaking hands with him, and passing on 0 their
seats. ] have not met Mr. Sickles, and therefore
speak Of him simply as an observer.
Mr. Sickles made most excellent speech last
week in defence of the rights of the South.