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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
From the N. c. University Magazine
A NORTH CAROLINA POET.

GeOrge Hoses HortOn-more generally known
as "Poet Horfon" -"the subject of these brief
memoirs" is negro and slave, belonging to a
gentleman of adjoining county. At an early
age he felt, ranking within him, and ever and
twtchng his heart-strings, the real poeticain
spiration which induced him to apply himself to the
Science of Letters; this he did with such untiripg
zeal and industry, that in short time, and with
very little aid, he became quite proficient both in
reading and writing. His inherent love for poetry
was very much enhanced by the perusal of an old
hymn book, the property of his mother; having
mastered which, he applied himself to Campbell's
poems, and committed to memory the whole of the
Pleasures Of Hope
One fine morning it occurred to him that there
might be other combinations of the alphabet hav-
ing measure and rhyme, and thenceforth he was a
full fedged poet
The late Mrs Caroline Lee Hentz whose hus-
band was then Professor in the University, hav-
ing been pleased with some of his verses, took
great interest in him and bestowed some pains on
bis instruction; he afterwards showed his gratitude
for her kindness by writing an eulogy on her at
her death.
Some years ago he had printed book of poems,
which, account of his pecuniary difficulties,
never emerged from dark corner of the printing
Office. 1t never shine forth, but by the re-
fected light of twenty five cent pieces.
He lives, at present, by his talents, writing
acrostics, ETC., for the students, at quarter of
dollar each, which enables him to hire his time,
and devote his attention exclusively to the Muses..
He has favored us with sight of the manuscript
of another book of his poems, which, from the
length Of his subscription list We doubt not he
will be able to publish by the next commence
ment. 1t will be rather large book ; the manu-
script contains 229 pages letter-paper, closely
written.
His price will be one dollar per copy.
All who have graduated here within the last
thirty -fve years no doubt remember the sable poet
and will need but the statement above to induce
them to send their names as subscribers.
We give below specimen of his writings;
GOODBYE.
leave thee, with falling tear,
And mount the feeting car;
Tis death to part with so dear
For to my view thy charms appear
Like some revolving star.
leave thee, but with deep concern
Which hope cannot remove.
Oh do not my affection spurn,
But patient wait till my return,
And prove the truth Of love!
I leave thee, but love thee yet,
The queen of ev ry bloom;
l never shall my choice regret,
Until the sun of life shall set,
And love sink in the tomb
Oh! Lady, take these lines to heart
The last fond tale | tell,
Is that my own dear love thou art;
Then, till we meet no more to part,
My Lady, fare thee well!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

"CAN THE ETHIOPIAN CHANGE His SKIN?"--We
noticed some time since. in some of our exchanges,
a statement that the skin of certain negro, living,
we think, in Savannah or Augusta, Ga was
changing color and becoming white. We recall to
mind this instance, from the fact that there is an
Old negro on one Of our river steamers, who has
followed the business of a pilot since 1919, whose
skin is now likewise changing from jet black to
the fairest white His neck and arms, as far down
as his fingers, are Of smooth, soft, delicate
whteness, that would rival that of the tenderest,
purest Circassian. His lips are of soft, ruddy
hue and his face and body beginning to show the
same radical wonderful change. The Ethiopian s
skin changes; not by his own power, it is true;
still it changes What is the explanation of this
strange physiological phenomenon !---Eutanta
(AIdO Shirt
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
THE USE OF DR.. HOSTETTER'S STOMACH
2ITTERS, for Chls Eeve DYspepsa. Heayiness OF the

THE USE OF DR.. HOSTETTERS STOMACH
BITrERS for Chlls & Fcve Dyspepsia Heavness OF the
Stom ch, any other like affection, is second IN
America abroad To be able confidently that the
Bers certain for Dyspepsia and like diseases,
the proprietors OF unalloyed pleasure Ii
all morbid the stomach puI the blood
and mparts vitality The SYSTEM giving it
that and energy indispensable Tor the restoration OF
health. The numerous acknowledgements of its superior
excellence and benefcent results have assured The pope
tors that cannot but prove the afflicted
For sale in Charlotte by E. NYE HUTCHINSON & co.
MRS. WINSLOW, experienced nurse, and female
physician, has Soothing Syrup for children eehng, which
greatly facilitates the process OF teehng by sofenng The
gums, reducing all in1amaon-w alay all PAIN, and is
regulate the bowels Depend upon it, mothers, it
will give yourselves, and relief and health to your
infants Perfectly safe in all cases. See advertisement in
another column,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

ARRIVAL OF SLAvEs.-As is generally known,
nearly all the large planters enigrating to Texas
bring their slaves over land, in consequence of the
greater expense of the Gulf route Still, the
number arriving at this port is considerable. We
have not the reports of November and December
at Handwriting which months the largest numbers
usually arrive. For the first three months of the
present year the numbers entered at Galveston
Custom House were as follows: Arrived in January,
1895; arrived in February, $780, arrived in March,
Isl. Total arrivals 1852. The value of this
number of slaves is fully s2,602,0O0. The total
arrivals of slaves in the State, during the period
named, must be at least ten times the number as
at this port.-Golcesfon Cirilian
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

STRANGE MARRIAGE CASE.-A novel case of
hdGe0s co'pnS, involving curious and important
questions of law, was recently tried before Judge
S. NJ. Moore, of the Circuit Court, Covngton, Ky.
A resident of that city, named William Ross, a
short time since, became enamored with his step
daughter, Margaret Coleman, who recprocated his
affections, and marriage engagement was the con-
sequence. But the affanced pair found that their
relationship was among the degrees prohibited by
the laws of Kentucky. But the river was easily
passed, and once in Ohio the restraints of the law
would be removed-marriage between blood rela-
tives alone being prohibited in that State They
accordingly visited Cincinnati, were united in mat
rimony, and returned home rejoicing. The friends
of the parties, however, were dissatisfied with the
nuptials, and determined to separate them. The
girl being few months under u years of age
the period of female majority in Kentucky-and
until the time of her marriage having been under
the guardianship Of a man named Hall, but who
had resi- ned as the event had taken place,
a guardian named Elisha Coleman, relation of
the ladies', Was appointed for the OCCASION and
writ of h06e0s rOrpms was sued on Ross, command
ing him to produce his wife before Judge Moore,
and show by what authority she wasd detained by him.
The proper evidences of the marriage were produc-
ed and the fact that she was more than eighteen
years ofage, which concluded the period of her in
fancy at the place where the marriage was solemn
lied, were produced in Court The attorneys for
the guardian claimed that the parties were resi-
dents of Kentucky, marriage elsewhere, to evade
the laws of that State, was null and void. The
Judge sustained this position, nullifed the mar
rage, and gave the lady into the custody of Mr.
Coleman.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
MILITARY SCHOOLS

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 our citizens desire to patronize the South, we
SHALL at all times be pleased to receive their orders
and do the work low and in style equal if sup
eror to Northern work. Call and leave your
Any institution, civic military desiring CLOTH
ING OF ANY KIND, be supplied by upon as
favorable terms, and promptly, as by any house
North or South We will send Cutter take mea-
and orders upon application being made to
o. S. BALDWIN,
April H. 1860. 4t Wilmington n. G..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
Failure of Anofher Tennessee Bank.

NASHVILLE, Tenn, April 14-Intelligence
has been received here, of the failure of the
Laurenceburgh Bank, at Laurenceburgh. 1t is a
tree Institution and its owners are not known nor
can they be, present. discovered The circulation
of the Bank is said to be onsiderable-probably
$3.50, O00-and very little, if any of it will be
redeemed.-The paper here is regarded as nearly
worthless. The notes have obtained quite circu-
latlon in this State, Mississippi and Arkansas
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

EXCITING SCENE IN CoURT-In the Probate
Court of Cincinnati interesting trial occurred
before Judge Hilton, involving the right to the
custody of a child. The decision Of the Judge,
taking the child from the custody and care of
party to whom she had been confded by the Or
phan Asylum, and giving her to a mother and
step-father regarded as of bad character, excited
great dissatisfaction among the bystanders, and
some, among whom was N. Longworth, Esq, were
disposed to interfere forcby to prevent the trans
fer of the child. The step-father stepped round to
take the child, who had been sitting in the lap of
of the ladies present. The little thing drew
back from him in apparent terror, and in inl-
ploring manner, with tears, called out to the Judge,
"Oh, Judge, do not give me to him !" This eau
ed considerable emotion and the man showing a
disposition to assert the right the Court had de-
clared in his behalf, several persons gathered ur.
Mr. Longworth, in excited manner, said "Let
the mob interferer' but the first man who attempt
ed it was instantly taken hold of by the officers
present and thrown out of the room. The little
child wept bitterly and chung to the friends that
had adopted her. Many of the ladies wrung their
hands, and declared it would be ruined if it left
them. The whole court room was turned into
scene of confusion; and the Judge, a matter of
discretion under the circumstances, directed the
Sheriff to take the child into lis own custody un-
til further orders
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
LIFE INSURANCE.

The undersigned, Agent will receive Applications
for in the North Carolina Mutual Life lnsur-
Company.
This Company is the oldest in the State, and has
been in successful operation for several years Its rates
moderate, and all losses promptly adjusted.
Persons wishing insure their own lives or the lives
of their Slaves in this Company, will call at the Office
of the Agent the Branch Bank of North Carolina.
Slaves insured for two-thirds of their value
Apl ,, 1860. am T. ". DEWEY, Agt.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

Rowan CoUNTY.-In Gov. SWANS last article
on the War of the Regulation he thus describes
the Rowan county Of ITO:
'Rowan county was at this time separated from
Orange by due north and south line, intermediate
between the waters Of the Haw and the Yadkin.
The village Of High Point on the North Carolina
Railroad, will Indicate with sufficient accuracy the
range Of the eastern boundary. On the west it
extended to the Mississippi. The Virginia line
the northern, and the Granville line the southern
boundary.
Salisbury, AshevlIe, Knoxville and Nashville,
may be enumerated among the principal towns in
the limits of the old county. 1t embraced an area
quite equal in extent to either North Carolina or
Tennessee, contains at the present time probably a
million of inhabitants, and would constitute State
equal in population, resources and intelligence to
either of the commonwealths, of which the ancient
domain is a constituent part
1t has "grvwn small by degrees" even Davidson
and Davie counties with their present %, 900 or
10000 inhabitants, having been cut off from it
within the present generation.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
nag. Much irregularity prevails in many of the

pa~ Much rregularity prevails in many of the
country Post Offices, of which we have frequently
had cause to complain. They are too much exposed
to the inspection of the public and papers taken
out to be read by persons for whom they are not
intended, and by that means delayed in reaching
the hands of the subscribers to whom they belong,
and frequently fail altogether. This is violation
Off positive law of the Department, and should
not be permitted
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

QUINN's RHEUMATIC REMEDY.-This Remedy,
which has the reputation Of being sovereign and
almost infalibe in all cases of Rheumatism, will
be found advertised in our columns. MIR Quinn
resides at Charlotte n c.; and knowing him. we
have no doubt that the medicine will oe put up
with the proper strength and of the proper
ingredients. -Y0rkutWe Enquirer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
LAND FOR SALE.

The subscriber being desrious of removing West,
offers for sale his PLANTATION, situated miles
west of Charlotte, the of Paw creek and Ca
tawaba River The tract comprises $50 Acres most Of
it superior land. There is good Dwelling and all
necessary out-houses the premises. Terms liberal
Also, will be sold half interest in Grist and Saw
Mill adjoining the above tract.
Apl 3, 1860. If WIN. u. PORTER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

SPAIN.-It is stated that the Hon. VIM Pres
ton. Ambassador to Spain, who returned by the
steamer Asia, has negotiated treaty with the
Spanish Government whereby all the questions
hitherto in issue between the two nations are ad-
justed, and the most amicabe relations established
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

BI- The Indiana Constitutional Union opposi-
ton Convention 60 for Judge Mclean, of Ohio as
candidate for the Presidency. The Judge is,
like Mr. Bates of Missouri, Free Soiler, not so
bitter as Mr. Seward, but bitter enough in all con-
science,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

TIE BoNNETs.-A year ago, says the Boston
Post, we predicted that the little bonnets of the
present day are sure to be followed by the large
scoor-shovels which used to hide the fair faces of
the wearers fifteen or twenty years ago" Editors,
like poets, are prophets offcto, and the fulfill
ment of our vatcination is already foreshadowed
in the spring fashions Not long ago you couldn't
see a woman's bonnet for her face; presently you
won't be able to see her face for her bonnet, but
''Searching long in vain.
You'll spy her features down Leghen lane"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

WASHINGTON, April 19.-As number Of the
Opposition will pair off with the Democratic
members of Congress who are going to Charleston,
and will avail themselves of this arrangement to
visit their homes, it is probable that scarcely
quorum-if so many-will be left here to attend
to the public business.
David A. Burr, who has recently returned from
Utah, in lecture last night, refuted the statement
Of Mr. Hooper, the Delegate from that Territory,
that the Mormons have no coinage of their own,
and exhibited of their money, which the
authorities have forced into circulation to show
that it is 80 per cent. below the national standard
1t is said that the Administration adheres to the
possession of San Juan Island and that in response
to the proposition to the British Government, the
latter has by this time been so informed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
STR YED

From the subscriber near Tucka-
"a seege Ford, about the 1st of April,
~)3 BAY MARE COLT; years old
- AA this Spring. She has star in
! the forehead, and hip is a
=g&Azz-eSzsssssss5 little low. Any person taking
her up, and giving information directed to Tucka-
seege p. O., will be paid for their trouble.
AMI 10. 1860. 81 A. F. SADLER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
Immense Attraction!
Great Clothing Emporium
OF
FULLINGS, SPRINGS IL Co.

They are now opening at their large and capacious
Store Room, the HANDSOMEST and CHEAPEST
Stock of Ready-made Clothing
ever offered in the State.
Their stock comprises all the different kinds of Fancy
Cut Linen and Marseilles Business Suits, English and
French Drap dEte and Alpaca Frocks and Sacks;
large variety of Cashmere Pants-Fancy and Black;
also, Fancy and Black Silk, Cashmere and MarseillsS
Vests in endless variety.
Gents Furnishing Goods,
Trunks, Valises, Hats and Caps, &c. &C. All Of the
above goods of the latest styles and patterns.
MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT.
FULLINGS, SPRINGS & CO. have also added to their
Ready made Clothing Stock, Merchant Tailoring De-
partment, which they call the especial attention Of
their many friends and customers.
They intend making this department second to
in the State either in style and quality Of Goods
the manufacture of Garments.
At all times will be found good stock of Black and
colored Cloths, English, French and American CasS.
meres, and variety of Vesings. Also, assortment
of Rock Island Cassimeres.
They feel confident of their ability to undersell 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 the Northern markets, which
gives him the opportunity of taking advantage Of the
prices of goods, thereby saving at least Twenty
per cent to the consumer.
H2y| Dimes saved Dollars made !~TsN So try us.
Z. FULLlNGS>
JNO. NJ. SPRINGS
JNO. p. HEATH.
April TO- 1860, If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

QUEsTIoNs.-The Augusta Constitutionalist asks
the following questions:
Who are the opponents of the Democratic party
at the North?
Answer--The aboltionsts and sympathizers
with John Brown.
Who are the opponents of the Democratic party
at the South ?
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
April 10, 1860.
Quinn's Rheumatic Remedy

Has effected of Rheumatism that considered
hopeless, certificates prove which be exhibited.
The suffering invited to give the medicine trial.
Orders addressed to the undersigned Charlotte will
receive prompt attention. W. W. QUINN.
April 10, 1860. Price ST. so per bottle.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
THE JOHN BROWN RAID.

MORE REVELATIONS New York Herald
of Monday contains what purports to be cores
pondence between Gov. Robinson and Redpath
and others, relating to Affairs in Kansas and the
John Brown raid, which makes some curious de-
velopments The correspondence duplicates the
leaders of the Republican party in the Brown con-
spiracy, and shows that the events IN Kansas were
but preliminary to the raid at Harpers Ferry, both
being part of the same scheme OF revolution con-
cocted and organized four years ago. When Rob
insoD was examined before the Senate Investigat-
ing Committee, he asserted that John Brown
and Redpath were the only leaders inKansas who
avowed revolutionary designs, and that the Free
State party had no connection with them. 1t ap-
pears from the correspondence that Robinson him
self of the most ultra of the revolutionary
leaders, out-strpping in atrocity even John Brown
himself
Not only did he endorse him by certificates and
address 'to the settlers of Kansas, but he "coo
ly proposed to him to assassinate all the leading
Federal Office holders in Kansas" 1t further APP
pears that Robinson sought to bring all the North
States into the civil war which was about be-
ing inaugurated in Kansas and that they proceed
ed thence to the East for that purpose The follow
ing is extract from the letter of Redpath to
Phillips:
"You perhaps remember, just before the sack of
Lawrence by the border of ruffians, that Robinson
started East. I, for one could not understand why
he should want to leave at such time, and urged
him strenuously to stay; and when pressed for
reason as to his departure, he told me that he
the whole country was going to be involved in
civil war; and that he was going to the free States
to rouse the Governors and the people of them to
arms, so that when the army came on us another
could strike our enemies elsewhere, if necessary
at Washington
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24
From the Wadesboro' Argus.

MELANCHoLY.-The many friends of W. w.
Wilkins, ex-Sberitf of this county, will be panied
to learn that he has been stricken down with a
severe attack Of paralysis. He took part in the
Democratic Meeting in this town on Saturday the
18th, and after retiring from it and getting his
dinner the attack came on. He had been COM
planning for several days of being unwel and it is
generally conceded that the excitement attending
his speaking at the meeting Che not being used to
public speaking) fastened the attack The whole
of his right side is affected. He lays at his room
at the Mansion House in a very critical condition,
surrounded by anxious and sorrowing friends
Stock SALE.-The eight North Carolina Rail-
road Bonds $500 each) belonging to the estate of
w. R. Leak, deceased, sold in this place, on
Wednesday the 18th inst, at public auction, we
understand brought $500 each.
DIvIDEND.-The Board of Directors of the
Bank of Wadesboro' have declared semi-annual
dividend of five per cent, payable on and after
the lst of next month.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-04-24

A LARGE PLANTATIoN.-TheN atchez Miss
Free Trader of the 18th ult. says The largest
sale ever made in this county was eoDsummated
Yesterday. d. d. Whittier sold out his place. i.
the lower part of this county, $4,000 acres Of land
with improvements and SIS slaves, to John K
Elgee, of Louisiana, for 81 900, 120.
New Orleans daily crescent. [volume] ([New Orleans, La.]) 1851-1866, 1860-02-16

BUREAU CoLLEcTEuR DE TAXES n ETAT,
Qnatrieme District de Ia willie de Ia Nnfvee Orleans
A Wis AUX C0NTRIRUABLES.-LE soUssI.
gne Collector de Taxes Eat donne par lie present
tons q doiyent des Eat pour annee 1859
des taxes de licenses pour annae 1850 dams les me dit
Quatrieme District de yenr bureau du Recorder
premiere etge ct de les des dams lie dea present.
par La oi. Heares du bureau, de A. NJ. a ~ Pr
> fel 2M GEORGE MENSMAN, CdIlecfeur