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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
For the Charlotte Democrat.
OUR REPRESENTATIVE.

Mr. Editor Some time ago / heard report
against our member in Congress, the Hon. Burton
Crage, into the truth of which at once determin-
ed to inquire; and | did so, because considered
it matter of no small Importance.
We all know how high the excitement was, not
only in Congress but throughout the United States
during the late contest for Speaker of the House
OF Representatives. [ repeat, all know how
much interest was felt in the result, and how much
depended upon it. But it is not my intention to
write an article upon that matter; it is past; but
do wish to do Justice where justice is DUE and for
this purpose | ask small space in your paper.
The report to which allude is this: That when
the ballottings for Speaker had our member,
Mr. Craige, was seldom at his post and but seldom
voted. Now, I don't know what others may think
of this charge, but consider it serious one, at
least worth inquiring into. Accordingly, | sent
Immediately for copy of the Congressional GLOBE,
the official paper for reporting the proceedings Of
Congress. With this before me, knew | could
ascertain the facts-I could see the name Of every
member who had voted.
AND now, Mr. Editor, [ copy from the record :
There were A ballots for Speaker-the lst on the
9th day of Dec, 1885, and the last on the lst of
Feby, 1860. Burton Craige uoted eOe,y time
follows
On the first 16 ballots he voted for Mr. Bocock;
on the next 4, for Mr. AIiIlson; on the next 2 for
Mr. Bocock; on the next, for Mr Maynard; the
next, for Mr. Scott the next 2 for Mr. Vaan-
bingham; on the next 2, for Mr. Bocock; on the
next 6, for MIR Hamilton; the next 4, for Mr.
Bocock on the next 4, for MIR Smith; on the next
2, for Mr. McClernand.
I make comment; for, as [ remarked above,
| do not intend to write an argument but to tran
scribe record. 1t is true, [ have always voted
for Mr. Craige, but | did not send for the docu-
ment to defend him to accuse him, but | sent
for it to ascertain the facts and having done so,
ask the favor of your paper to give them publicity.
For though have always supported him, always
have been and am now as ready to hold him to
strict discharge OF his duty as any one-to cen
sure for neglectng it, but at the same time to do
him justice when he has discharged it.
Should any person desire to examine for him
SELF you are at liberty to give my name and resi-
dence. In the meantime | vouch for the accuracy
of the above. If there is truth in the record you
have it here-I have examined carefully every
vote REGISTER
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Correspondence Of The Democrat.
ALABAMA RIVER,
Steamer King, April, 1860.

Steamer King, April, 1860.
Being moved by the sudden impulse of writing
on the wing, the way-sidc thoughts being jostled
by the bumps and thumps Of all almost living
creature, Alabama River steamboat [ con-
strained to exclaim, what a wonderful institution
is steam with all it's illogical consequences" Gf l
may be allowed the use Of recently invented
figure of political speech.) Seated behind its
powerful inhuence-steam, not potics-we are
jerked it were, not very logically however, from
the uncongenial and inhospitable North, to the
pleasant balmy regions OF our own congenlal South
Under its influence the rugged and untitled Wild
erncss is made to blossom as rose-hamlets,
towns and cities spring into active, living and ex
isting realities, imparting life giving, quickening
and commercial influence, without which life is a
bore, existence intolerable, and society failure
1t is social and harmonizng in its influence, brings
together upon a common platform every class, sex
and condition of the human family, proving that
its influence pervades every department Of nature
and establishes principles for almost every action.
The interchange Of thoughts and the exercise Of
that ordinary courtesy and politeness always to be
found among most steam-traVellng communities,
are but mile posts on the way-side, indicating the
advance in moral and political culture till recently
unknown and unrealized How often do we find
in after life the most devoted friend whose ac-
quaintanee was formed by the merest casualty on
boat A misanthrope indeed must be that
man who will shut himself out from the common
enjoyment Of steamboat life.
But to come down from this logical reasoning TO
real and actual occurrences is but single step.
A trio of gentlemen, under what influence [ am
unable to say, found themselves upon the Central
Route through North Carolina, and while on the
Charlotte & S. C. Road seemed to be more than
ordinarily pleased with themselves and with every
body else. One declared that Miss Nancy, at the
Shops, kept the best table of any from New York
to New Orleans-fare most sumptuous, and
wants polite and attentive. Another averred that
he had sent by Adams Express old-fashloned
North Carolina biscuit to his landlord in n. York,
hoping thereby to do lasting benefit to humanity
Another affirmed that it lucky star that had
sent them a route TO them heretofore COM
paratively unknown-that for dispatch, regularity
and safety, the upper route had no superior-that
the Conductors were polite and gentlemanly, and
The passenger coaches comfortable and Of the most
improved style. These things, Of course, made
one feel agreeable for who is there not vain
enough to be pleased with what is accidentally
overheard about themselves, friends country,
and therefore [ concluded that steamboats, and
steam great institutions, and am sure that
Messrs Fisher and Johnston, to say nothing of Miss
Nancy, would concur with me had they been along.
You shall hear from again. \.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

CoNGREss.-In the House last week the admis-
sion of Kansas under the Wyandotte Constitution
was considered. Messrs Grow, Pendleton and Par
rott favored the bill Mr. Clark, of Missouri, op-
posed it on the ground that the people of Kansas
had acted in utter disregard of the law, and, be-
sides, the boundaries of the Territory included
lands secured to the Indians by treaty. On the
18th the House passed the bill for admission by a
vote of 1874 to 7S-only three members from the
slave States voting forit.
The Homestead Bill has been before the Senate
for some time, and in consequence of the number
of amendments offered, it has been recommitted to
the committee.
Hickman (the notorious abolitionist) made a re-
port from the Judiciary committee, against the
positions of the President in regard to the invest
eating resolution passed by the House. Mr. Hous-
ton, from the same committee, submitted a minori-
ty report, sustaining the President. The matter
was deferred for final action.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

In this county, on Sunday morning last, Rev. James
Walker. aged about 50 years.
In this county, on the 9Th inst, Mrs Jane L. Query
aged 50 years
In Lincolnton, at the residence Of H.W Guon, Esq
the 9th instant after short illness, Miss Elizabeth
Ryden, in the 74th year of her age.
Newbern papers please copy.
In Rutherford county, on the I'd instant, MIR Francis
Logan, aged 80 years.
In Chester, on the 9Th inst, Mr. Thomas Mcclure, Jr
In Yorkville, on the 10th inst, Prof R. X. Thomas
of the Kings Mountain Military School, aged % years
In York District the Sth instant, Benjamin Davis
aged As years. On the 18th, John Kennedy, aged 70
years. On the LIST, Hiram Clark, aged 80 years. On
the 4th Mrs Cynthia Hill, aged 81 years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Candidates for Sheriff.

We are requested to announce ROBERT II. MAX
WELL a candidate for Sheriff OF Mecklenburg coun-
ty at the ensuing election.
We are requested to announce ALLEN II. BROWN
as candidate for Sheriff of Mecklenburg county, at
the ensuing election
We requested to announce STEPHEN J. BERRY.
HILL as a candidate for Sheriff of Meckenburg county
at the ensuing election.
We are requested to announce W. w. GRIER Il
candidate for Sheriff Of Mecklenburg County.
We are requested to announce SAML A. HARRIS
as candidate for Sheriff of Mecklenburg county.
We requested to announce WILLIAM
MAXWELL, Esq, a candidate for Sheriff Of Neck
enburg county Election first Thursday in August next.
We are requested to announce L. NJ. WHITE
as candidate for Sheriff of Meckenburg county at the
ensuing election.
We are requested to announce JOAB p. SMITH as
a candidate for Sheriff of MecklenLurg county.
We are requested to announce JAMES WALLACE
as candidate for Sheriff of Meckenburg county at the
ensuing election.
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ri q

In Arson county, on the 9th ut Mr. E. J. Horn to
Miss Martha E. Caudel Also, Mr. George L. Steagall
to Miss NJ. J. Duncan. Also, Mr. James Briey Miss
Sa1lie Barber.
In Rowan county, the Sd inst Mr. Michael Freeze
of Cabarrus, to Miss Lovey A. c. Secher Also the
5th Mr. Valentine Propst to Miss Harriet L. Stirewalt
Aso on the 18th uit Mr. Caleb A. BarringeY to Miss
Catharine Ann Eagle.
In Wayne county, on the Sd inst, Mr. r. L. Wooten of
Lenoir to Miss A. Loftin
In Fayetteville, the 18th inst, Rev. James Sinclair
of Robson county, to Miss Mary E. daughter of the
late DR.. Edmund Mcqueen of Lumberton.
In Chester, the 9Th inst, by Rev. A. G. Stacy, Mr.
NJ 4. Morrison to Miss Eliza Jane Grant.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
tut VIC IItVtVtI Ut'
DEM MEETING.

A meeting Of the Democrats of Dallas Beat, CASTOR
county, held the Court House in Dallas the
18th inst. On motion. A Rhyme was appointed Chair
man, and VI Alternately requested to act as Sec,y
After the chairman explained the object Of the meet
ing a committee appointed consisting of Henry
Setter, Saml Jarrett and Lewis to report business
During the absence of the committee, the meeting
entertained by speeches from D Schenck and
White sESqrs. The committee then submitted the fol-
lowing report:
Whereas we, portion of the democrats of Dallas
Beat believing in the prOprety of the practice OF hold
ing Conventions, have convened for the purpose of
Letting delegates represent in the County Ccnven
ton to be held in Dallas Tuesday of the next SHpe
ror Court for the purpose of selecting suitable cand
date to represent CASTOR county in the House of Com
ofthe next General Assembly. therefore
Resolved, That approve of the holding of said
Convention, and that the following named gentlemen
be appointed delegates TO the same from this Beat
viz: Henry Setter, Chrsty Rhyme, VIM Norris Jas
Turbyfl, DR. VIM Sloan, Geo Clemmer, JOS Rhyme,
Jonas Deck, Jacob PIonk and Saml Best
On motion of DIR Sloan, the name of each delegate
offered to the meeting separately for approval or
rejection whereupon the entire report of the committee
was unanimously adopted.
On motion of David Schenck, the proceedings were
ordered to be published in the Western Democrat
A A. RHYME, Chm
F. NJ. ABERSATHY, Secy.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

Desiring any style Of Uniforms, have the same
made in the most satisfactory at lowest rates.
We prepared furnish uniforms for schools entire.
COATS, PANTS CAPS, &c, at New York prices.
We have of the largest manufactures North, also
one in Richmond, Va. besides others in this State.
When citizens desire to patronize the South, we
shall at all times be pleased to receive their orders
and do the work low and in a style equal if sup
eror to Northern work Call and leave your measures.
Any institution, civic or military desiring CLOTH
ING OF ANY KIND, be supplied by upon
favorable terms, and promptly, as by any house
North South We will send Cutter to take mea-
snres and orders upon application being made to
o. S. BALDWIN,
April II, 1860. at Wilmington n G.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
0. S. BALDWIN,
WILMINGTON, N, c.,
April II, 1860.

Has secured the services of a CUTTER FROM PARIS,
whose and ability either civic military work
will be appreciated by gentlemen who desire to keep
pace with the mutations of Fashion.
His Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vestngs purchased by
the and of HIS OWN IMPORTATION, present an
assortment specially attractive, and from which no
gentleman however fastidous, fail to select an
outfit for the season.
Worlmen of the highest skill and ability are en-
ployed in his manufacturing department, and ex-
pense is spared in producing in their most attractive
forms, all the minor details of Gcnteman's costume.
Orders will be promptly attended to. Address
O. S. BALDWIN,
No. SO Market St., Wilmington, n. G..
April II, 1860. 9-4t
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Democratic Meetings.

We requested to announce that a meeting of tho
democrats of Charlotte Beat will be held the Town
Hall Saturday evening next, at o'clock, for the
purpose fappontinS delegates to the county Conven
ton
The democrats of Clear Creek Beat will hold meet
ing on the thigd Saturday in April Also, the demo-
Gratis of Hills Beat will hold meeting the third
Sat rda in Anr
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
DEMOCRATIC MEETING.

\ meeting of the Democrats of Paw Creek Beat was
held on the 18th inst for the purpose ofappontng del
egates to the County invention. S. H. Todd was APP
pointed Chairman who explained the object of the
meeting in some appropriate remarks, whereupon the
following gentlemen were appointed delegates: NJ. NJ.
Moore, DR.. T. T. Sandifer, G. L. Campbell John Nc
Cord and J. 7. Sommeryille S. H. TODD Chm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Trunks mt Wholesale.

We offer extraordinary inducements to country
Merchants Our large sales and exclusive Agency
abes to offer the greatest bargains 10 the trade.
Trunks shipped free of charge for drayage.
large variety of Trunks for Boys and Misses Those
who be going off to school, be supplied at very
low prices BALDWIN'S
April II, 1860 1t Wilmington, N. C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Ouinn's Rheumatic Remedy

Has effected cures of rheumatism that considered
homeless certificates prove which be exhibited
The suffering invited to give the medicine trial
Orders addressed the undersigned at Charlotte will
receive prompt attention w. w. QUINN.
April 10, 1860. Price 81 30 per bottle.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Ladies Trunks.

new style-the latest French novelty-the most
completely arranged ever introduced in any market.
4 few dozen ordered, and will be received by the Goth
of present month.
The very latest style of English Retcule lady
will do without after she has seen them.
One hundred nests of Packing Trunks, at manufac-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
BOnnetS! BOnnetS J!
April 10, 1860

KOOPMANN PHELPS have a large STOCK OF Bon
nets Flats Flowers and Ruches to which they invite
the attention of the Ladies.
April 10, 1860,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

CHARLESTON, April l3.-The steamer Isabel arrived
this morning, making the voyage from Havana in sixty
hours She reports that great excitement exists in the
city Of Mexico against the Americans, and strong
desire by the Church party for war; in consequence
the seizure of Marins steamers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

The DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION
will meet in Charleston on Monday next, the Odd
We will issue an extra occasionally informing our
readers of the result of the deliberations of the
Convention
The Standard announces that the North Caro-.
lima delegation have secured quarters at the Char
lesion Hotel The N. C. delegates requested
to meet at that Hotel
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Notice.

All Persons indebted to the Firm of BOONE Il CO.,
requested to call upon Attorney SAMUEL
P. SMITH, Esq, in whose hands we have placed our
Notes and Accounts for collection, and settle without
delay.
BOONE co.
April II, 1860. If
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WANTED.

situation Teacher by classical scholar, grad
uate of Washington College, Nd. Best of reference
given as to moral character and qualifications as
Teacher. For particulars address J. G. CANNON, A.
NJ, Bridgetown, Caroline CO., Nd.
April II, 1860 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
COUNTRY MERCHANTS

Can find the largest stock of TE U.E.KS in North
South Carolina, ut BALDWIN'S Agency for the great
SD. 600 worth of sole leather TRAVELLING
TRUNKS, made to special order, and warranted supe-
rOr to any others in the market-at per cent. ad-
vance from manufacturers prices-now landing from
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

80" capt. John Walker, one of the delegates to
represent this Dictrct in the Charleston Conven
u""' informs US that it will be impossible for him
:" attend IN consequence of sickness in his family
Esq, to this effect,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

WASHINGTON, April l3.-Hon. Roger A. Pryor, and
Hon John E. Potter left this city this morning. and it
is generally believed that hostile meeting took place
near Alexandria, Nd However nothing reliable has
vet been aScerta
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
Immense Attraction
Great Clothing Emporium
OF
FULLENGS, SPRINGS & CO.

They are opening at their large and capacious
Store Room, the HANDSOMEST and CHEAPEST
Stock of Read y-made Clothing
ever offered in the State.
Their stock comprises all the different kinds of Fancy
Cut Linen and Marsces Business Suits English and
French Drap d'Ete and Alpaca Frocks and Sacks;
large variety of Cashmere Pants-Fancy and Black;
also Fancy and Black Silk Cashmere and NarseilleS
Vests in endless variety.
Gents Furnishing Goods,
Trunks Valises Hats and Caps, &C., &c. All OF the
MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT.
FULLINGS, SPRINGS co. have also added to their
Ready-made Clothing Stock Merchant Tailoring De-
partnent to which they cali the especial attention Of
their many friends and customers.
They intend making this department second TO none
in the State either in style and quality ofGoods or in
the manufacture of Garments.
At all times will be found good stock Of Black and
colored Cloths. English French and American CASH
meres and variety of Vestings. Also, assortment
Of Rock Island Cassimeres.
They feel confident of their ability TO undersel any
other house in the State, from the advantages they
have in getting their goods.
Their goods bought by the quantity, by one OF
the Firm who resides in she Northern markets, which
gives him the opportunity of taking advantage Of the
prices of goods, thereby saving at least Twenty-Five
per to the consumer.
nSsy~Dimes saved Dollars made !~Sfsa So try u.s.
Z. FULLINGS,
JNO. NJ. SPRINGS,
JNO. p HEATH.
April 10, 1860. If
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Il OH SAL

If not previously sold will sell at the Public Square,
on Tuesday next, NEGRO WOMAN, about 80 years
old, good cook, washer and roner.
s. A HARRIS, Ag't.
April II, 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
F. NJ. ABERSATHY, Sec'y.

1t is said that additional restrictions are to be i'm
posed naturalized citizens to enable the Black
Republicans to carry Connecticut next Fall.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

COLUMBIA, April lathe sales of cotton yesterday
amounted to 60 bales. Extremes to l03 c.
CHARLESTON, April lathe transactions to-day
in cotton 9G5, bales at to Sc.
YORKVILLE, April ll.-Sales of Cotton light at 81
to lO Corn dull at 81 cts to ST. Flour SD to So 80 per
SACK Wheat 81 10; BacoH IL; Lard 24; Peas rs to 3d.
Salt 81 s. IS per sack; N. o. Molasses Co. Porto
Rico So Cuba 4Oi brown Sugar 10 to l23.-EnQuirer
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

The market tclerable brisk last week, and the
supply of produce is pretty good.
About 100 bales Cotton were sold at prices ranging
from 9 to lO-the market rather the decline.
Flour, extra in barrels, is worth Sc 80 to Sc 10
sacks So II! to So l72-superfne SO l24 per sack.
Wheat has offered freely and sales made generally at
81 374 for white, and 81 25 for red.
Corn remains at former prices IS to S74 per bushel
lots brought 90 cents last week.
Coffee has advanced in the Charleston market con-
sequenty increase the figures here
Eatables, such chickens, eggs, butter beef &C.
in urgent demand Chickens sold at 25 cents each and
at that. Beef is also very scarce, and if
country friends have any the hoof for sale they had
better bring it in.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17
THE COUNTY CONVENTION.

The County Convention to nominate demo-
cratic candidates to represent Mecklenburg in the
next Legislature, meets on Tuesday next in the
Town Hall at ii o'clock. We hope there will be
a full attendance Let there be full, free and
friendly consultation, and then all democrats who
really desire the success of their party, should be
willing to stand to and abide by the decision and
preferences of the majority. There may be some
difference of opinion to who the most suita-
BILE persons-difrerent persons may have their
favorites-this is natural and shows the necessity
for Conventions, composed of delegates from all
portions of the county, to decide the choice OF
course all cannot have the men they prefer, and
no one should feel aggreved if the party does not
adopt his particular views. 1t probably can't be
expected that all will be entirely satiSfed-but all
can and we hope will agree to sustain the action of
the Convention, and unite the party in one of the
most important campaigns that has occurred in the
State for number of years past a man who
goes into a Convention should always be willing
to submit TO his losses as well as to take his wnn-
ings Believing that the Convention will act for
the good of the party We intend to give the nomi-
nees a cordial support and call upon all our friends
to do the same.
To- We direct attention to the following card of Mr.
Wallace We know that he means what he says when
he declines allowing the of his before the
Convention. lie made acceptable member two
years ago and discharged his duties with general
satisfaction to his constituents
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-17

Rz5F" We notice that the opposition press quote
what they pleased to call democratic authori-
ty'' in favor of the ad valorem hobby. Mr. Bled-
soc and the "Working-mcn's Address" are arrayed
against the democratic party and Gov. Ellis We
care for of it and deny that it justly have
any bearing against the party. We believe the
scheme was sprung at Raleigh for electioneering
purposes. We never insinuate any thing that we
are afraid to say plainly and understandingly, and
do not care if our remark applies to Mr. Bedsoe,
to Mr. Badger, or to Mr. Anybodyelse Mr. Blcd-
soc has a right to entertain whatever views he
plcases but he had right to speak for the demo-
cratic party of North Carolina, and not
aware that he spoke for any one but himself. As
to the Working mems Association, we venture to
say that but few ,cOrkiug men had anything to do
with tit had wrong name
The democratic party in Convention assembled
adopted platform of principles, and it framed
without regard to the previous declarations and
positions Of any one man or ola few men-the
voice of the democracy Of the whole State was
heard in the matter, and the decision meets the
appreciation of the democratic party, and by it we
entirely willing and intend to stand-we sup
port the platform as we'll as the nominee We OPP
posed the ad valorem humbug from the first, and
we expect to oppose it TO the last