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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
From the Spirit of the South.
A PASSAGE IN THE LIFE OF MIR
JOHN BELL.

The goth of December, 1887, was a memorable
day in Congress 1t was then that the system OF
antislavery agitation which has been since 30 per
sistently kept up was fairly inaugurated IN that
body Mr. Slade, of Vermont, moved to refer two
memorials praying the abolition OF slavery IN the
District of Columbia to select committee, and oo-
tanning the floor on that motion, proceeded to de-
liver a most infammatory abolition harangue-
Repeated efforts were made by Southern members
to prevent the progress Of the speech by calls to
order and motions to adjourn. But Slade having
the floor, refused to yield it, and was suffered to
proceed. The excitement was intense MT
Wise, of Virginia, Mr. Holsey, of Georgia, Mr.
Rhett, of South Carolina, and perhaps others,
called upon the delegations from their respective
States at once to withdraw from the House. and
notice was given by the last named gentleman OF
an immediate meeting of the Southern members
in the committee room of the District of Columbia
At last, Mr. Mckay, of North Carolina, made
point of order which the Speaker sustained and
Slade was forced to give way, still, however, keep
ing his feet, with the intention of resumlng his
speech if possible Mr. Rencher, another member
from North Carolina, seized the opportunity thus
afforded of getting the floor, and moved an ad-
iOurnment. The contest had been bitter and Vlo-
lent to the last degree, and the House was In
tempest The South and the conservative men of
the North voted for the adjournment, while Slade
and his hackers opposed it. The list of nays was
headed by John Quincy Adams, and numbered 63,
among whom was included the whole abolition
strength in the House. Three nominal Southern
men only voted against adjourning, as to enable
Slade to continue his speech. They were Mill
gan of Delaware White of Kentucky, and John
Bell Of Tennessee, the whig candidate for' the
Presidency.
The meeting of Southern members was held,
and it was proposed at to abandon their seats
in Congress and return to their constituents, but
moderate counsels prevailed, aud their delibera
tions ended in the adoption of proposition to be
submitted to the House, which was afterwards
known the 2lst rule. 1t provided that all pc
ttons in respect to the abolition of slavery, after
first being received should, without being debated
printed, read or referred, be laid the table
This Was put in the hands of Mr. Patton, of Vir-
gina, and by him introduced into the House.
Mir Adams opposed its passage, and Mr. Patton de-
mandcd the previous question. The same sixty
three, including Mr. Bell, voted against the pre-
vious question The resolution finally passed by
122 to "A, Mr. Bell not voting. The same ques-
tion came up in subsequent Congress, and Mr.
Bell so long as he continued member, invaria-
bly, voted with the North against the 2lstsrulc.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
NEWS ITEMS. &C.

Coon NEWs-The Richmond Enqu;reK&pub-
fishes letter from intelligent resident in the
City of New York, who writes that after having
travelled through every county in the State, his
opinion is that Lincoln will be beaten 10000
votes by the fusion ticket.
another Horrible Indian Butchery.-An emf
grant train, consisting of 46 persons, including
q women and children, have been massacred by
the Snake Indians Only one survives.
The storm la Of Friday the 10Th. was very violent
great deal Of cotton that had opened and ready
for picking, was blown out and destroyed 1t
commenced about midnight on Thursday and con-
tinued, increasing in violence until noon of Fri
day, when it bated.- Wodes6oro Argus.
INDICTED FOR POISONING THIEvEs-A man
in Mercer county, Ohio, who put strychnne in his
water-mellons, and thus killed FIVE persons who
were depredating on his vines, has been indicted
for manslaughter.
MINING-A deposit of twenty pounds five
ounces aud half of gold was made at the Branch
Mint at this place, Thursday last from the
Dorm mine in South Carolina-the result of one
weeks work-DahtOncga Signal,
OLDEST PosTMAsTER-The Oldest postmaster
in the United States, who has never been put out
of office since the date of his appointment, is John
Billing, at Trenton. Oneida county, New York
His appointment was made on June 16, 1905.
HOGUE PARDoNED.-We learn that Gov Ellis
has pardoned IIogue, who was convicted sometime
since in the Superior Court of this county of the
murder of Parish, and that he has left this State
for Georga.-RaL Standard
Bas- At the recent Medical Board assembled
in Baltimore, we learn that Dr. David p. Ramseur
of North Carolina, was duly commissioned as as
sistant surgeon in the United States Army
SNow.-The last of our citizens, and the rest
of the poor animals, in this and the surrounding
country, were taken rather in a snap on last Sun
day morning, upon witnessing, and feeling the eff
fects of snow storm, that fell during the night,
and which continued on until or 10 o'clock on
Sunday HendersonrWe (N. g. Press
age.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
IT'S COMMON OBSERVATION tina, there ,

1T Is COMMON OBSERVATION that there are more
sufferers from debility among the Americans, than can be
found among any other civilized nation The OBJ
vous We take too little exercise and forget the wants
the body the absorbing pursuits of all such
cases ordinary medicines do little good What is
ter has gwen to the world. in his CELEBRATED BIT
IERS The weak and nervous denizen OF the counting
trated student OF the mdnigh lamp have found wonder
full regeneration in the Biers and prefer more preen
ous, but less efcacous medicines But it should not be
forgotten that the agent which in it's influence
upon frame which is merely debiated, equally power
ul ln assisting nature 10 expe the terrible of dis
ease. Who would not give trial?
Sold by E. Nyc Hutchinson 4 Co., and by all druggists
Charlotte, October 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
For the Western Democrat.
PUBLIC MEETING.

Pursuant appointment meeting of the citizens of
Mecklenburg and Cabarrus counties, held at Blacks
school house, the Goth September adjourned to
meet at Mgrove, Cabarrus county, which place the
people again assembled the I'd of October for the
purpose of taking into consideration the proprety of
adopting stringent measures for the better
agement of the slave population of this community
On motion, Laird Alexander, Esq, called to the
Chair, and J. B. Atwell and G. A. Barringer APP
pointed Secretaries
NJ. W. Johnson explained the object of the present
assembage by calling for the reading of the proceed
ings of the former meeting After some appropriate
remarks from Messrs. Sloan, Johnson and others,
On motion, a committee appointed to draft a
suitable preamble and resolution expressive of the
of the meeting consisting of Messrs j. B. Atwe
G. L. Gibson, q. A. Barringer W. g. Weddington and
W. S. Harris.
The committee retired, and in short time reported
the following preamble and resolutions:
WHEREAS, From the insubordnate and incendary
movements going in country at the present time
it is felt that the interests and safety of society
are endangered and the rights of citizens liable
tnued violence and whereas, also, there is undue
influence, of an nceadiary nature being exerted upon
the negroes of this vicinity and elsewhere by unprinci
pied in midst and itinerant emissaries of
mischief from abroad.
Resolved, therefore, That will increased dill
gence employ all legal means in power to detect
such offenders, and bring them to public justice
Resolved, That we pledge our aid to the regularly
appointed PATROL to assist them to keep more dill
gent watch over the negro population Of our commune
ty the effect that any negro absent from his masters
premises without his masters knowledge, and yet
known to the PATROL may be afterwards chastised for
such offence, with the consent of the owner.
Resolved, That recommend to the council of the
different churches in this and other counties of the
State to appoint and keep up strict patrol at every
place of divine worship and to prevent slaves having
undue correspondence with each other at such places.
Resolved, That whilst, as law abiding citizens,
will lend earnest aid to the enforcement of the
law, and maintain it as it Isl ye deeming it INSULT
cent for protection, will earnestly memoralze
the Legislature to pass stringent law for
the suppression of illicit traffic with slaves and to
ish such offence in such summary manner will
surely tend to the thorough eradication of great and
pesent evil for is deemed that such Legislative
action essentially necessary to the safety of existing
institutions, and the peace and quiet of the country
The above resolutions unanimously adopted.
motiuu, n. Q. wing Western Democrat
requested to publish the foregoing proceedings,
and the meeting adjourned.
LAIRD ALEXANDER, Chm.
J. B. ATwELL, ! c.o;
{. A. BARRISGER,
The Simese twins, Chang and Eng, on exhi-
bitioH at BarDum's Museum New York
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

LATER FROM MExICo-Dates have been re-
celved from Vera Cruz to the End inst. The cas-
tern division of the constitutional army reported
to have arrived before the city of Guadaajara, but
nothing had been effected. 1t was stated that
Robes and Pezuela, commanding division of the
church forces had been defeated, with the loss of
400 in trying to march out of the capital.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

JUDGE DOUGLAS COMING SoUTH-The con-
viction seems be general that Lincolns election
is inevitable, and the event is looked upon at the
South, by all parties, as portentuus of trouble
Yet, while all are striving to defeat Lincoln, the
common enemy, Judge Douglas selects such a
time for coming South to foment disunon and
distraction. He deserts the contest against the
common enemy to produce strife and contention
among Southern allied parties. Is not this sig
nifcant7-C Columbia CaroiiniaR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
DR. wIsTAR's BALsAM OF WILD cHERRY,-a,

DR.. WISTARS BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY-A,
this asonof The year. well all seasons it is MINOR
Ia Mt to have on hand remedy for coughs and colds We
them the above named remedy which been advertised IN
our paper tor some time We have had in
family Tor coughs and other throat affections and in all
such has cured the complaint We now deem an
Indispensable article for always prefer have reliable
remedy on hand for these complaints which all are liable
Christian Freeman and Family Visitor.
Sold by Sye Hutchson & Co., and by all druggists
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

B9~ The maj orites for the Black Republicans in
Ohio and Indiana not near SO large as at first
claimed. There is, therefore, some little room for
hope that those States will vote against Lincoln
The Democrats have gained five members of Con-
gress in the late elections. This will make the
next House, which will assemble in December
1861, Democratic, as gain of Eve makes a diff
ference of ten in majorities. Both branches of
Congress and the Supreme Court will be against
Lincoln for at least part of his term, should he
unfortunately be elected
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

MARRIAGE ON DEATH BED-In Manning
ton, Salem County, N. j., on Friday, September
18th, Mr. Edward Tatem was married to Miss
Jones, at O'Clock in the morning. Miss Jones
was on her death bed and wanted to be married
Mr. Tatem was accordingly sent for, and the cere-
mony was performed during the silent hours of the
night. Mrs Tatem then expressed herself per-
fectly happy, and died at noon the same day.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
MRS. WINSLOW.

MRS. W1NSLOW, experienced nurse, and female
payselan has Soothing Syrup Tor children eehing which
greatly facilitates the Of eehing by sOftenng the
gums reducing all nfamation-wl alisy all pam, and 10
sure to regulate the bowels Depend upon il. mothers
viii give TO yourselves and relief and health TO yor
infants Perfectly safe in ell cases See advertisement, in
another columR ' ~
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

The Truth WILL OUT.-A friend writing to
US from IaGkinville, informs US that Dr. Keen.
the Douglas electOr for 9th district, publicly de-
clares that Douglas stands no chance of CARRYING
this State, and acknowledges that he DIR Keen
is aiding in giving the vote of North Carolina to
Bell. We have suspected for long time that
such was the object of the Douglas faction, but
DR. KeeG is the first elector that has the holiness
to declare the purpose of Douglas and his friends
Can any good Democrat far forget the duties
Of his position to be made the dupe of such
scheme as this: We think it is hig Oh time that
Democrats We're opening their eyes to conscious
ness OF the snare into which they being led by
designing men.-Euicigh Press
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

E0~ The devotion to the Union of these States,
on the part of the BeEverett party is all affect
ed for party success and not really entertained by
those immaculate patriots. Did this party really
entertain the love for the Union they have so bla-
family proclaimed, they would not continue to d.
vide the South by the candidacy of John Bell
A united South, without party divisions, would
enable the conservatives at the North to ralv
around the flag of the union and equal rights
borne by John c. Breckenridge and Joseph Lane
Such union, We believe, would enable that pa
triotic band of Northern men who acknowledge
the equality of the States, to defeat Lincoln and
preserve the Union; but should Lincoln be elected
over united South, the fact of there being d.
vision in public sentiment at the South would de-
ter his party from those acts Of aggression which
the division of the South by the Bell Everett party
now actually invite.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
Fifth Annual Fair of the
STATE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY OF
South Carolina.

To be held at Coumbio the l3th l4M, 18th and 18Th
of NOVEMBER, 1860.
The Executive Committee of the State Agricultural
Society of South Carolina, respectfully call the atten-
ton of the citizens of South Carolina and the Southern
States, to their approaching Exhibition. Premiums
will be awarded for all articles of Agricultural Horti-
cultural, Pathological and Mechanical interest," well
for all articles of Ladies Fancy Work and Domestic
Economy, embraced in a very comprehensive Premium
List, which may be obtained by application to R. J.
GAGE Secretary Fair Forest s. c., to R. N. Stokes,
Columbia.
The benefits to the State: arising from these Annual
Exhibitions, beginning to be recognized now by
almost everybody, and the Committee feels confident in
assuring visitors that they will be fully repaid for their
investment
All articles intended exclusively for Exhibition, will
be passed the Railroads in South Carolina upon
the same terms at former Exhibitions.
Exhibitors will please give notice in due season to
the Railroad officers, of the number and tho kind of
animals, the point of shipment, &C.
neA- Visitors will go and return for one fare.
A. P. CALHOUN D. W. RAY,
ROBERT HARLEE, J. P. kINARD
]. F. MARSHALL, r. J. GAGE.
W. r. ROBERTSON, Executive Committee
Oct 8, 1860. 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

DIsUNIoN AND REvOLUTION.-Hon. B. I'll.
Hill, the ablest, most influential and recognized
leader of the Bell party in Georgia, and, at pre-
sent, Elector for the State at large, boldly pro-
claims disunion in the event of the success of the
Republican party. In his Dudley letter he
says:
"The first of these is made by the Northern Re-
publican party. This party openly declares that
the decision Of the bred Scott and Amy cases are
wrong and shall be reversed. TO accomplish this
result they propose, through their greater popua-
ton, at the ballot box take into their hands
the entire administration of the Government, and
thus procure and enforce the construction of the
Constitution favorable to their views.
"After mature elaboration l can see but one re-
ply for this people, and that is war-war in every
sense by which the term is defined or defnable"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
DISTRIBUTION OF THE SCHOOL FUND.
OFFICE OF THE LITERARY BOARr
RALEIGH, October 18th, 1860.

fdFu
tc ydh N dai
paid t
Departing
onand receive
Irrespective formed unit will o I
Couy~
Preidn texRi loot LneryBo
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
Choice Towering Bulbs.
HYACINTHS, TULIPS, &C., at New York prices,
For sale at SCARR'S
Oct %, 1860. Drug Store. Charlotte

S&sNotice is hereby given that APP
pcation will be made the ensuing Session of the
General Assembly ofNorth Carolina for Act to in
corporate the Town Village at Davidson College
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

Lay The Bank Of Cape Fear has declared
semi-annual dividend Of 5 per cent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30
Charlotte IL 9. G. Railroad.

On and after the First day Of October, THROUGH
FREIGHT TRAINS will run Daily between
Charlotte and Charleston withost transshpment, thus
enabling freights reach Charlotte in days or less
from New York and in one day from Charleston, and
vice reTsd.
Also, THROUGH TICKETS will be sold from Char
lotte to Charleston at So so, and to New York via
Charleston Steamers, SO, and The mer-
chants and public invited to try this cheap and
expeditions route for freights and passengers,
..r..s A. H. MARTIN,
Oct q 1860 # GenI Fl and Ticket Agent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-10-30

The Simese twins, Chang and Eng, are on exh
bitioR at Barnum's Museum, New York.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-09-20
WALL PAPER! WINDOW SHADE

lust received, . large invoice Wall and Fire Board
Papers Of the latest and most beautiful styles Aso
Bu6 Muslin, Linen and Landscape Window Shades
FIX for HAngings. &C., sc. Persons wishing any
fhnx this line invited to call, with the assurance
prcesehs Satisfactory. Cali 81 door est
VI the Post bf6ce. q. INNER
Mnv7 1880 22tf
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-09-20
STRAWBERRIES! STRAWBERRIES!

The month o. August 10 the best time 20 plant Straw
berries. and Wiieon's Albany the plant
Wherever this magnificent variety has been srcwn
aoYth. south all yer the Union and
climate. in soii. under
OF culture neglect IL has there exeeed every
preauctivene<s. 0ne sire.
excellence combined. And in Europe this varissy
has excited attention and ssabAs higher than any
other Ane rican sort We have had quite az
quiries and orders from leading euitivsters Eng
land and Scotland IT. We Arrs ruited this
the largest stock in the uts
delivered in Echncnd, or trwaried by express. sc
per dozen. 81 50 per TO- $40 per 10 o We
forward them With perfect euec+ss all rarts
country per mail post SIZE per
Ell HenmiDgton's n Richmond.
addressed to the undersigned will receive pronps
attention.
T.. Y. TEAS,
Rose Mill N0Fsertes.
- Riehmand. Indiana
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-09-20

New StOc:. styles.
WIGS BRA1Dgs gyRlS9 Co. &C..
4 SALvIN oUTLAND has just received At his Hal
~ Dressing Establishment hanasone assortm ent .
WIGS, BRAIDS. CURLS. &c.,
70 which he invites the attention OF ladies and gentle
men He made rransements by which he have
every color that be desired Call and examine his
stock on hand. Prices very low.
Ap- IL 20. $50.
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-09-20

FIR e AND LIE e INSURANCE
A @ e n Gafit aiMoSD, IND.
FIRE COMPANIES!
CONTINENTAL, NEW YORK,
Capital and surpius, e993 .20s 90
HNy The insured participate in the profits for
year just ended, this company has declared dividend
of45 per cent.
HUMBOLDT, NEW YORK.
Capital and sulplus, $250,0 600 90
pHRNIx, NEW YORK.
Capital and Surplus. $40 900 ~
AMERICAN EXCHANGE, NhW YORK.
Capital. SEQ Os0 co
QUAKER CITY, PHILADELPHIA,
Capital and surplus, SEQ. COZ %
LuEE INSURANCE..
GUARDIAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY,
New York
NPInsurAnce low u a other reliable eompa-
Special attention paid to Farm pro- Losses
pom pity adjusted and paid
WILLIAM BELL,
Agent for the foregoing Companies
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IA N E. m. POE.
Notary Public & Real state Agent,
Brightwen But Dig, No. lss Main -.reet
RICHMOND. IND

AZ for sale the following stock for Spring Sales
splendid Fern 3niies frem Richmond.
the East Fork Of W hitewater. Hills II acres
principally rich bottom land, under good cuvs ton
well wstered nd good timber good Frame House Barn
Two Orchards, excellent spring &c. PAyments easy.
Frame House and Lot seventh e. rooms and kitch
Il cd veil 4 cisteru.
Brick House and Lot on Sixth st.. kitchen
we'll, cellar, DC.
Brick House and Lot North Pearl st.. three rooms
ktchin aud pore h, cellar. WE'LL c.
small Farm about mile south OF Richmond.
Ten Building Lots in Clifton adionng Rchmoud-viii
he sold iow. =
Two Houses and a aianiny R;.hmora
very cheap.
splebaid 'uissing lot the Depot.
Two H,uses and Lots a Mill IT , slso cheap
ti.use aud Lot on Marion
House and Lot Marketst. K
Five and oneh alt Centerville suitable Gar
den, all in nice order Improvements, Frame Cott.xe
rooms Pantry. summer Kitchen, Carpenter Shop
Fifty drafted bearing " ut Trees 1 OF an acre II,
strawberries Shrubhety, &c This property 10 dc
slrasie and vii be sold low. easy payments.
March Is. IA
The Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1855-1875, 1860-09-20
GREFN MOOD!

eDNHE connection With VIM r Dennis, for the sale
Of lots in Greenwood. with the subscriber propFie
the having BY mutual been terEiD
sted, . Subscriber oilers the saie This
plat 10 situated the Richmond and Boston Turnpike
4ne mile suh Of Main outside OF the lei, al
White, from all Of the disSt and evils of
resdence ami get sufficiently business and
che social educational all 9th
Or beneAss Of the city, It 10 high and coDnandins.
eessng soil excellent vide
sanbSious air 10 sisos ether the des
Fable location for suburban home the vicinity There
% lots here sale to II
each: all heausiui and suitable building
Come thep. all who -oice location for
hons where they evidently rsise their luz
ures farm Of IRON to 10 These will be
sold ~ Moderate prices, and spon satisfactory terms
JAS. W. SALTER
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C ROCK Err & CO.
South side Of Main street square East Of Msrsdi
Richmond, Ind.
Manufacture all kinds Of CARRIAGES ,BU0GIEnI
SULkIES. Express and Pedling W aeons &c &c
We have on hand . 6nc assortment Of work in %
iine and 6nish TO order short notice. almost
style pattern of vehicle. all Of which sksy vsrrsa
10 be made Of thebest material and By careful and
fsrenced worksnen. Th@pubiic isvitsd 70 call
sxAmne their stock and prices.
HPArticu sttens paid TO re pajyins
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~ A s II Fl o U s E.
BOOTS. SHOES AND B3OeANS /!
JACOB 8URNET, JR.,
Wholes sale Dealer in Boots and shoes,
~ No. % PEARL ST, cINcINNArr OHIO
North Between Vine and Race.

Being satisfied .ass 10 the huyer
seller deal for CASH. Offering ny ssoek Of
aAA sAoes prices thAs defy competition iron
thoss vho 10 credit eaeinsss. Those nerch.nss Who
favor viii ca sssisfy shsnseivss this peins
b. persenal sxaninasion Of vim an il 10
their insersss - do before psreh.sns elsewhere
keec A~ad sai, N-n'., Bo.s Yeu,h's
W00ea's. Mis~es and chidren's P<eesd Sew
Cd. Pay special attention seixctire sn<h
veil adapssd TO retailing Extr. ris<s always
hAsd Put u 70 sdvertisenens in poekes and 81
and eocAs before eaysag elsewhere. make
sAases fes sAevtns ny goo1s-
Asg1ss H. iess- aau