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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

The Truth under a pressure.-A Belgian journal
gives an example of husband who is ready to do
justice under the most trying circumstances. The
wife being accused of poisoning, and on the point
of being convicted begged that her husbands ties.
timony might be admitted in her favor. The re.
quest was granted, and the man declared that the
best proof of her innocence was the fact that be
was alive, "for," said he, II that if my wiz
had possessed the least disposition to poison any
one, she would have begun with me, whom she has
hated cordially for the last ten years" This evi.
dence was conclusive; the jury laughed, and the
woman was acquitted
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
SPEECH OF w. w. HOLDEN.

The following synopsis of Mr. Holden's speech
delivered in the ''Charlcston Convention We clip
from the Mercury:
"Mr Holden, of North Carolina. I beg leave,
delegate at large from the State of North Caro-
lina to make statement to the Convention. My
State has, thus far, been modest one in this Con
venton. ask leave now, to explain my position.
came here to ask this Convention to distinctly
repudate squatter sovereignty. After considera-
ton and reflection, however, upon this subject,
desire to say that, for the purpose of harmony and
Cancellation [ am willing to take the Cincinnati
platform, pure and simple, subject to the decision
of the Supreme Court Off the United States Zap
plause), the bred Scott decision, and all future
decisions the subject of slavery in the Terrific
ries of the United States
Sir, profess to be National Democrat, out
and out while, at the same time, | declare myself
a true southern man. | came here not to Sec
| tional Cow ention, but to National Convention.
| have read with glowing and gratfed emotions,
Mr. President, the noble declarations made by you
in one of the free States. consequent upon the
John Brown raid in the State Of Virginia, and,
sir so long you sit there and sustain the action
of majority of the States, without regard to Sec
ton, will stand by you (Applause.)
Mr. President. l have to say that my sympathies,
my most profound and heartfelt sympathies, are
with my Southern brethren in the movement they
nave Hdue; DuC SIT, speaking Iof my sell aOne, as
delegate from the State of North Carolina,
will do act and will unite in no movement that
shall look towards the dissolution of the Union of
these States, Sir, in my humble opinion, the des-
TIMES OF this Union Inseparahy interviewer with
the prosperity of the National Democratic party O!
this country But the lofty and noble columns
of this Constitution destined to fall-if discord
and dissolution shall prevail where law and order
now prevail-if the great light which now iIlumin-
ates the Western hemisphere, must go out in end
less darkness and night, no may say that up
to this hour the National Democratic party is res
ponsible for the consequences that may follow.
In my opinion they have so far done their whole
duty. have no sympathy with the reflections I
have heard cast upon the noble and faithful Democ-
racy of the northern States. (Applause.) =.
Mr. President, l have this further remark to
make. shall respect and abide by the action of
this Convention SO long as it remains National
Democratic Convention composed ola majority of
all the States. But if this Convention should be
left a minority, would then have no course to
choose but to retire from it, and to do the best
can for my native land.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

THE FEMALE ORGANIZATION is often as fral as
that Of tender flower Many of the mar
rage relations without being able undergo and
trials OF maternity In this country thousands young and
beautiful feed every year from this
many Of this class from untimey grave. This medi-
cine has been USED with benefit by immense numbers
received grateful lamentations from all sections o, the
country The Blres will be found be very pleasant
the taste, even and prompt and powerful in
lrame and strengthens the whole system that
who use are enable TO go through with labors which
would, without II, be certain PROSTATE them.
Sod by T. Nye Hmchison & Co. and BY all drngeisia
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
MEETING IN UNION,

At q meeting of the Democracy of Union eoun-
ty at the Court House onsTuesday Of May Court,
Col. Thos c. Wilson was called to the chair, and
W. H. Simpson was requested to act as Secretary,
when it was resolved that it's expedient to call
County Convention for the purpose of nominating
candidate to represent Union county in the House
of Commons of the next General Assembly.
On motion of Col j. M. Stewart, the Chairman
appointed the following persons from each Cap
tains beat select delegates to attend said Con-
vention, in the town of Monroe on Tuesday OF
next July Court:
Monroe-Darling Broom, W Simpson.
Ashcrafts-G Wimberly, D Rushing.
Rogers'-J L Collins, Lockhart.
Grifin's-E W Richardson, W Laney.
Wilson'S Williams, ] Stewart.
Lawson's-J Price, G Wolfe.
Houston's-M d H Austin, Harkey.
Foards-A Crowell, Long.
Grassy Creek-W Hinson, A Austin.
3aucums-Jack Simpson, Carraugey.
Hamiltons-J Hamilton, S Rowland.
Bvens'-Lemuel Presson, W Mask
On motion of Darling Rushing, all good Demo
Gratis were requested to attend and participate in
the Convention. Messrs Darling Rushing and
Cyrus Q. Lemmonds entertained the meeting with
some remarks on the political questions of the day
On motion of james Benton, the Western Demo-
crat was requested to publish the proceedings, and
the meeting adjourned
IT n WI SON Oh,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
Congressional.

Washington, May 1.-THE Homestead bill was pass
ed but in essentially altered FORM 1t provides for
giving years actual cultivation land quarter
of dollar per
HoUsE.--The bill declaring null and void the laws of
New Mexico in relation to slavery and peonage, was
passed by majority of seven.
Mr. Grow reported FIVE bills for the erection of Terri
toria governments with the Wilmot Provso annexed.
Amendments offered for the protection of slavery.
The consideration of the subject was postponed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

CONVICTION OF ROBERT T. WILLIAMS One
Of the most exciting trials that ever has taken
place in North Carolina, has just been concluded
in Rockingham Superior Court. and has resulted
in the conviction of Robert L. Williams of the
murder of Margaret Helton. The case was called
up Thursday of last week. On Saturday after
dinner j. III. Boyd stated the grounds of defence
when Mr. Solicitor Settle commenced the argument
of the prosecution, speaking until orl0 o'clock;
Hon. John A. Gilmer then spoke in defence of
the prisoner until o'clock on Sunday morning,
when the argument was suspended until Monday
morning of this week; Monday was occupied by j.
r. Mclean, Esq, for the State, and Hon. Jas r.
Morehead for the prisoner. Late Monday evening
Judge Bailey delivered his charge to the jury,
who, after an absence of hour, rendered a YER
dict fguilty. On Tuesday morning the Judge
sentenced him to be hung, from which judgment
Williams took an appeal to the Supreme Court
Greensborough Patridt, Hay 11h.
1t is said that this is the first instance in the
State where Superior Court was continued longer
than one week without special law permitting it.
Ii will be remembered that Williams seduced the
young lady before numbering her-he was a MEM
Der of the County Court at the time of committing
the crime
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

Having purchased the Right for the above Mill in the
State of North Caroline, am prepared to furnish
any one wishing mill The most reasonable
These mills acknowledged by all who have witness
ed their performance, to be superior anything that
has come before the public They more durable,
less complicated cheaper easier kept in order and do
not require than ne-thiId the power of circle
mill to drive them. They will more than twice
much timber with half the water it requires drive
the old SASH and will do the work much better.
A list of prices, together with circular containing
certificates from persons who have these mills in USE
will be sent by addressing .s-a .~.-rl -..
E. o. ELLIOTT,
May IA, 1860 If Charlotte, N. C.
P. S-Any one infringing on this Patent will be
prosecuted. -... .. IS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

- NEW CODE OF HoNoR.-An EXCHANGE or
the following original mode of settling dficuI;ss'
Two men who have conceived dislike for ssoS
other, and have given and received mortal ~
front, determine to appeal to the code. They h,v.
platform built similar to the galows prepared e..
criminals, with cross beam above it, to this bas'.
are attached two pulleys; the men take their poS
ton under each pulley; ropes are then fixed with
slip moose around the necks of these gentlemen
they are taken in the hand of either party to tSs
affair." and pulling away at the cords with all Their
strength, they proceed to hang each other Thu
one who first yields and relaxes his hold on hi,
antagonists rope, is, to employ an elegant phrase
ga goner," and. the affair is at an end.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
Candidates for Sheriff of CASTOR.

We are authorized to announce JOSEPH LUSK a
candidate for reelection the Office of Sheriff of Gas
ton county.
We authorized to announce PAUL FRONEBAR-
GER candidate for the office of Sheriff of CASTOR
county Election on the first Thursday in August.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

--r. MORE New TERRIToRIEs.-The House CON-
mittee on Territories have reported no less than
five bills for the creation of new Territorial Govern
ments-all of them with anti-sayery proyisos, viz
Arizona, Chippewa, Dacota, Nevada and Idaho or
Pixies Peak These are to be carved out of New
Mexico. Kansas. Nebraska, Dacota and Utah.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
COL, JESSE ]. RAKER

well known citizen of GoIdsboro, NC, makes the fol.
loving sae nj OF the good results arising from the use of
d. Wisiar's Balsam OF Wild Cherry -.
. GoLDsBJ Ro', N. c., March O. 1885, E
Gentlemen: Beng solicl,ed, refrain from ex-
pressing an opinion of popular and remarkable lung
remedy DIR Wisiar's Basarn of Wild Cherry have heen
observan OF saluary effect of obstinate coughs
and colds with many OF my friends for more .han
ten years past and the su has always been speedy and
certain; and with myself and family with confidence
certify that has accomplished good than my other
medicine we have ever used. In fact my experience has
ry complaints and therefore recommend Il.
Very truly yours. JESSE J. BAKER.
FROM REV. JESSE WOOD, ID.
RoaE GA, April 4, 1860.
with distressing Co sh During winter and spring Of
1889 used DIR Wis,ar's Balsam OF wild Cherry with con-
siderable advantage. consider valuable remedy for
Coughs and Colds = I M WON ''
Sold BY E Nye Hutchinson & Co.. and all drugeie,s "
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

AMERICANS GOING ABRoAD.-The number of
applicants for passports at the State Department.,
now average 200 per week, and the facilities of
the officers are said to be taxed to the utmost to
meet the demand in reasonable time,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
OPPOSITION NAT1oN'L CONVENTION
BALTIMORE, May 8.

DALIIMOkE, NAY y.
The Union Convention assembled at noon to-
day. The Hon. John j. Crittenden, of Ken
lucky, called the Convention to order, and moved
the appointment of Washington Hunt, ESQ., of
New York, as temporary Chairman.
Washington Hunt, Esq, of New York, was
chosen permanent President, and one Vice Presi-
dent and two Secretaries from each State were
elected.
MIR Hunt on taking the Chair, delivered a pow
erful address, designating the slavery question,
that has split the Democratic party, as miserable
abstraction. He believed that this Convention has
the power to rally around it the patriotism of the
country. ~.-z
A Committee of one from each State was ap-
pointed to confer regarding candidates and a
Platform. ssT
The Convention adjourned to meet on Thursday
morning. at ten o'clock, when the nomination pro-
misses to be harmoniously effected
BALTIMORE, May 1O.-The Hon. John Bell,
of Tennessee, was nominated on the third ballot,
as the candidate of the party for the Presidency
of the United States. The result was received by
an outburst of applause, and appears to give salts
faction.
. The Hon. Edward Everett, of Massachusetts,,
was unanimously declared the choice of the con-
vention for Vice-President the first ballot.
The Convention adjourned finally at 8 o'clock
tnlS evening SUBJECT 10 inc call vi Tue NaIlohdi
Executive Committee, at future time and
place During its deliberations not discordant
word was uttered, but everything was done in the
most harmonious and good humored manner.
The first ballot was as follows:
Bell, of Tenn, 68i Houston, of Texas, 81
Everett, of Mass, rs Crittenden, of Ky, %
Mclean, of Ohio, % Graham, of ~ G., %
Sharkey, of Miss, 6 Rives, of Va, ID
Bolts, of Va, 81 Goggn, of Va, 8
The Hon John Bell, was nominated the
second ballot, by vote Of HI, against Is for all
others.
We find the following the Fayetteville OBJ
server: ..
BALTIMORE, May 9, 1860.
A Great Convention! Twenty eight States are
represented.
Hon. John NJ Morehead is Chairman of the
N. G. delegation; Hon. r b Gillian is the Vice
PRESIDENT; Hon N Boyden, Committeeman on
organization; Hon. r Donnell, Committeeman on
business.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
SECOND STOCK
STAPLE AND FANCY DRY GOODS.
BROWN. TATE & co,

In consequence of their very large and increased
trade this Spring, found it necessary to revisit the
Wholesale markets, and now in receipt of their
SECOND STOCK
Of Ladies' Paris Style Trimmed Hats; Leghorn, Straw
and Chip Bonnets; Ribbons Flowers and Ruches in
great variety; Grape and Barege Shawls and Lace
Points; Pine Apple Silk Grenadine, Barge Ang-
laise, Something entirely new) Silk, Barege and Mus
lin Robes at greatly reduced prices; Printed MuslnS
in endless variety Black Silks, Mourning Goods En-
broidery, Laees, Fringes, and Trimmings of all kinds
and many other Fancy and Novel articles together
with their usual stock of
staple Goods, Hats, Shoes S HGrdtUGre.
In consequence of the advance in the season, and an
over importation of all Foreign Goods, made
second purchase at prices which will enable to sell
them from la ...r.
Is TO SO PER CENT CHEAPER
Than goods bought early in the Spring. Our present
stock is very LARGE AND ATTRACTIVE much GG-
mred because eegamt srng rapidly because cheap
If you wish to SAVE MONEY, call at the Emporium
of Fashion. BROWN, TATE co.
Charlotte, May |, 1860 ll-3t Proprieors.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

The IANCEY CONyENTION.-The Yancey or
Secessionists Convention in session three days
in Charleston. The leading spirits were Mr. Yam
cey, Mr. Glenn of Mississippi, Gen Simons of s. c.,
Dir Jackson of Georgia, Judge Meek of Alabama
and Mr. Burrows of Ark. Mr. Mayor Wood, We
believe, gave in his adhesion to them.
The proceedings on the third and last day afford
abundant evidence that anything but harmony
prevailed in their deliberations The great body
of them are high minded, incorruptible patriots
devoted to the Constitution and the Union We
deeply regret that they felt it 6e their duty to
adopt the course they have. But will they be
sustained at home? We do not believe they will
A fierce contest will take place in all these Sc
ceding States between this and the 18th of June;
and the result will be the prostration of VIM. l..
1ancey and those who are acting with him. Mean
while, many of the seceders who are not disunion-
lists per Sc, will retrace their steps, and will make
one more honest and gallant effort with the Nation
oil Democratic party to preserve the Constitution
and the Union
The Convention of the Seceders adjourned on
the Sd, to meet in Richmond, Va on the I'd Mon
day in June-Ral Standard
THE SOUTHERN CONVENTION FARCE-The
Ssceders adjourned at Charleston on Thursday
night. The closing scenes i'll the doings of these
discontinued spirits ridiculous in the extreme
There were about forty delegates present, but no
two could agree as to any action proposed. Some
wanted to nominate ticket, others wanted to meet
the other delegates in Convention again in Balti-
more on the 18th of June. and others again want
ed to bust up the Union and establish qIorious
Southern Confederacy. Being unable to agree
upon anything they did not do anything, save to
resolve to meet in Convention at Richmond on the
second Monday in June.-Ne,cLern Progress.
Hsr The question is suggested to every thought
full mind if the union between the Democracy of
the North and South is dissolved in the year 1860,
how long will this Union of the States be likely to
continue?
We shall have much to say hereafter in refer
ence to the action Of the Charleston Convention;
from which we anticipate very important re-
suits in the future. Suffice it say in this issue,
that we think our delegates very properly declined
to 60 out of the Convention. They came to the
very just conclusion hat they could stay in with
out compromising principle or honor.-Richmond
(K0 Lnder.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15
w. I'll SIMPSON, Sec'y.


REV. DANIEL WORTH IN New YORK.-Rev.
Daniel Worth, of North Carolina, now under con-
viction for selling Helpers Impending CRISIS,
sentenced to two years Imprisonment, and out on
bail of So 900, told the story of his hardships at
the city Assembly Rooms last evening, and nearly
$500 was collected for him He was questioned
by North Caroliuian present, Mr. A. p. Sperry,
who made speech sustaining slaveholders.-N.
y Times, Sh.
TwENTY-EIGHT HORSES BURNT.-B d. Stet-
sons Tattersall's stables, Philadelphia, were en-
tirely consumed by fire on Tuesday, and twenty
eight horses burnt. One was valued at 81 500,
and another at $1,000. All were of valuable stock.
The adjoining buildings were partly burnt Loss
estimated at $4,000; insured for only $4,000
HORRIBLE AND UNNATURAL CRIME.-A black
smith named Jonathan Hobbs, is under arrest,
charged with having, on afternoon Of Monday last,
fastened all the outer doors of his dwelling at
Orange, N. j., with the deliberate intention of
burning to death his wife and six children. He
succeeded SO we'll in his fendish purpose that his
wife and three children persisted in the flames
Of the remaining three children two were badly
burnt and one was saved uninjured. A girl
eighteen years of age, daughter of neighbor,
and who CHANGED to be in the house at the time the
atrocious deed was perpetrated, was badly burn
ed that she died in about two hours Hobbs was
arrested the same night at the village of Freeman
town He is represented as drunken. worthless
fellow, always in difficulties with his wife.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-05-15

The Hon John Bell, was nominated on the
second ballot, by vote Of III, against Is for all
others.
We find the following In the Fayetteville OBJ
server:
Daily gazette and comet. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1856-186?, 1860-03-13
James .1Er Iuy,


hFgs iesrs respectfully ~ int,rtr his f,ienas.
sna ,hs eitissrs ~ Baton Rouge srd Ne vicinity
Fsns'sllr, thsl be is prepared e. shrr nnilesi ~
execute snv orders IN connection With the stsAs
'lrr ~ ~ ,stsiss ~ Huidlnes With whi-h he me
he entrusted lie -il sisr flemish " tiortr.etuss.
Builders. Planters sna .thsts, sssh ftesav prlrraa
sna pls,sa " assifea.J VrTtTfAN SHUTTERS
With stationary ~ pivst slsis. insllA psiiirr
Blinds psnnel buofs. Ae.. rfspg required si,e. e,
ss low tsiss ss they esn be obtained eisswherr IN
The South snd ~ the beet styis ~ v.fkmshship.
He has sisc established In connection With the
sbovs tobHiNa bFpARrNrNr, wherein al
rfaers viii he executed promptly UfsTRENs ~
shE required capacity made - sfasr
Ne vesld ale. respectfully suggest b. ,hoss VIII
trsy eo ,s'npsIs building. that be IL prepared 10
Est 80 Designs and Plane ~ H..si Cottages sra
o,hs, Residences. With ds,silsa specifics iions.
nils ~ quantities ~ materials ssiir-ias ~ tsst
etc. M reasonable tatrs orders fet sny ~
the sbevs named workmanship. ~ services. lef,
~ esta ~ Msssrs
bAN'L iiirHE. West nslss Rouge.
JORDAN HoLt. possisis. 10
ALFHEb buttANTirn. hasehss. y. ~ Rouge,
~ y sALn, sptlnsasls. To-,
~ through The rrsi once. viii iassi With with
prompt ai,aniir..
tw Ship oh Ncf,h Boulevard street. opposite
he state iicssa. Baton uenes. Lst
August eih. 1859
Daily gazette and comet. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1856-186?, 1860-03-13
ID. II. TIGH H..
hng inecr a. .IH0shjnjss.
u A TON ROttat

BATOF ROUaB, IA
HAVING heated inysslf N his si,y. tss is.vs
W " vHef ipg services ~ Planters s,,a sfls,s -
80 fNaiNhFR sha NACHiRisf. bavine hsi zen
yeats ssrstie'r- ~ The island ~ rrbs. AID sev-
etsl feq's IL THE si.is feel en.nis,l ~ hai.v
able ~ give perfect satisfaction ~ al THOSE who
rsy 'evrt ne ri'h 'he, tslter.ss Particular
attention eivtr ~ STEAM TRAINS Of 81 aese, ir.
N"ns. Mschi'srE ~ ell kinds sepsi'ta. snd frii '
Guaranteed.
a,i sisc prepared ~ furnish % shs,f htti-s
SUGAR Mftis, sTFAN rSptNFS. PORTABLE
rNntNrs; SASH a.a ntncutAp SAW Mttts.
~ The lqlest patterns, pAthssr FHNNArF,
sffAn TRAINS. ~ ell descriptions, etc ste
30 istisfe addressed - y TtqHr. psts,,
Rrrse. Ls.. viii meet prompt s,'esti-n.
jnnb}E
Daily gazette and comet. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1856-186?, 1860-03-13
70 SUGAR PLANTERS.

Gin fpHf ari r'-utsd hasais Cars Rnirps
- riih snd Without hupss, Topper and Timed
ssraf ilruse iarps; Nieks on csns, large sud
srsllj Erpi-ps' Msenehes, - te ins srah's
Fs-sets f'f ~ sulphlis gailrns sni h.f Cations
20 ~ sulrhilei ssshssr"ietrf's Thermometers,
Couplings urses snl stcr Urs,s; Packing ~ ~ sry
description 81 iAnputFH AbAKCHrs.
vei2f uut Lafayette and rlssiaa STE
Daily gazette and comet. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1856-186?, 1860-03-13
TO BUILDERS.
HOSIERY AND UNDER WEAR.
nIsCUITsi uIscrt,rsi,

lust received direct from the factory n
~ fresh assortment Of Biscuits, consist
ing OF Craeknels, Cream, mncaroni, Lem
on, Soda and hand Butter Biscuits. which
] will sell low for cash, by tho cune, or at
retail.
jani2-4ts o. HACKET.
Daily gazette and comet. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1856-186?, 1860-03-13
.vcsg Shoe STORE!
a "a II u ~ 81 r.

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LAUREL STREET. Hhron Hoyee. "a.
V'llE undersigned bses leave re-
speptfniiy tp call public stten q N n
a"h TO The fact That be hes opeHsdF N
q the new brick building If John -
lnuguet. Es1.. on Laurel street. IN the aiiy
w hatoh Rouge. vetT sstensivs stock "a
Hoors. SHOES. mars AND oars.
AZ my entire attention viii lie DEVOTED 10
this line of business. ! shall keep q pn,n
plete assortment snd greet variety GENTS
kllpFs aud HOOTa. LADIES RIfDrs.
sLlffrHs and BODTEEs! also Boys,
Misses. Children and Infants SHOES
together with all the vatiaties and styl lea 6
HATS AND cAFE.
! attn determined 10 KEEP every article IN
my line pf business, so rs ~ make the
LAUREL STREET STORE" head auat
ters. for goods ~ my line aud by unte-
Knitting attention to business fair prices
aud disposition 10 please the public, eem
mand . llbefefsl share Of patronage.
La Dtdefs from the country aud FROM
West lIaten Rouge. will inset immediate
attention A. H. HUGUBr,