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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

SHOCKING AFFAIR-We have just heard of a
most shocking affair, which occurred recently in
the edge of Rocking ham county near the Gulford
line. The particulars, so far we have been able
to gather them, these: man by the name
Williams Justice of the Peace and member Of the
Special Court of Rockingham, had seduced young
lady (whose name informant had forgotten
under promise of marriage. In order to avoid
the fulfllment of the promise he determined, it is
supposed, to murder her. The girl was missing
and no inquiry led to any intelligence concerning
her until recently her comb was found in Haw
river, near Williams which fact coupled with
other circumstances, created suspicion that Will
ams had made way with her. The river was drag
ged but she not found. Subsequently, a plant
bed, which Williams had burned for the purpose
of sowing tobacco seeds was searched, and among
the ashes found the rings and necklace clasp
that were known to have belonged to the girl PAL
TALLY melted, and also some substance, pronounced
to be part of human body. Upon these discov-
cries Williams was arrested and is now in Jail.
The above are all the facts our informant could
give US. We learn that Williams will have ex-
animation to day, when the facts will be fully
brought out.-High Point (N CO. Reporter.
We learn that Williams was carried before Judge
Shepherd at Greensboro last week, and bailed
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
A. C. WILLIAMSON, Sec'y.

Eg-The Directors of the Wilmington & Manches-
ter r. R., have passed resolution instructing the
Superintendent to employ as few Northern men as
possible, to work on, and at the road-always Civ
ing the preference to home mechanics Also in
structing him in making purchases, to procure as
far as he can, those of Southern manufacture
Wilmington Herald.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

E@g~ The gentleman who wrote out the proceed
ings of the Lincoln democratic meeting informs us
that an error was made by mixing the names of
some of those composing different delegations. As
the manuscripts have been mislaid or lost are
unable to make the correction. lie also informs
us that lie intended to insert after the order for
the proceedings to be published in the ''Charlotte
Democrat" the request that "other democratic pa
pers please copy" This request was not in the
original or we would have so published it.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

ARREsTED.-A man named d. T. Davis was ar
rested in this town last week and carried before the
the Superior Court to answer for expressing i'm
proper Observation-Disclosures offensive to south
ern men. We learn that Davis lives in neighbour
hood in this county known as Ferre-town.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

Ez3g- The Fayetteville Observer denies that Mr.
Gilmer voted for any man for Speaker who voted
for Sherman. We laid the paper away containing
authority for the charge, but unable to
find it at present. We have taken steps to inform
ourselves correctlyon the point, and if we are mis-
taken we shall not hesitate to say so. We have
no disposition to misrcprescnt Mr. Gilmer-he has
sins enough to answer for.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

S. z. W. Pharr has baen appointed Postmas
ter at Kirkland, Cabarrus county, in place of r
kirkpatrick, resigned.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

HIGH POINT FEMALE SCHOoL.-We have re-
ceived Circular of this Institution, formerly I'M
der the management of Rev. w [. Langdon, dec d,
but now under the control of Prof. Lander, late of
Greensboro Female College. Prof Lander is a
native of Lincoln county. He is a ripe scholar
ana enjoys a high reputation as an instructor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

COLUMBIA, Jan. 28.-We have change 10 notice
in cotton Sales yesterday 300 bales at former rates,
viz: to ii cents.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

CHAPEL H1LL-We learn from Chapel Hill
letter in the Raleigh Daily Press that the Rev. c.
T. Deems, who was elected Professor of History in
the n G. University, declines to accept.
Preparations for the next Commencement have
been made by the students. The Senior Glass have
elected Joshua G. Wright, of Wilmington, as Chief
Marshal, and he has appointed Messrs Coffin, Eos
ter, Nicholson and Walker as assistants The Ball
Managers are N Thompson, N L Williams of N.
c., and NJ W Tompkns of Miss, of the Dalectic
Society, and R i Pugh Of La, d LJiggits and
Geo Hunt of Miss, of the Philanthropic Society.
Jno W Graham has been appointed Sophomore
Tutor in the place of W J. Alexander, resigned
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
COUNTY MATTERS.

Last week the Court Of Pleas and Quarter Ses-
sions for this county in session, and on Tues
day county business was transacted. Taxes for the
next year were levied as follows
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

RATHER LArE.-A public dinner glver to
Gov Wise in Richmond on Thursday last, and we
notice that the dinner was advertised to come off
at ocloch, p. M. Most people have eaten their
suppers and forgotten it by o'clock.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
FOR SHERIFF.

We are requested to announce JAMES WALLACE
candidate for Sheriff OF Mecklenburg county at the
ensuing election.
Jan. 81, 1860. te-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
FOR SHERIFF.

We requested to announce SAML A. HARRI
candidate for Sheriff of MeCkcnbnrg county.
January "a, 1860 tie
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

Gar The shock of an Earthquake, mentioned
last week as having occurred Thursday evening
the 10Th instant, was felt generally throughout the
South. No material harm done, but people
were badly frightened in many places.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

Mr. SEwARD's OVATIoN.-The great leader of
Northern fanaticism met with grand reception
in New York on his return from a recent tour in
Europe. His irrepressible conflict" doctrines
have almost exalted him to the position of demi-
god in the hearts of northern idolators; and upon
this food tide of fanaticsm, which is now we trust
at its maximum height, he hopes to ride into the
Presidential chair But nature, if nothing else,
has set bound to this fanaticism (which it cannot
pass" Its foundation is laid in ignorance; and
when truth, founded upon correct knowledge of
the subject, shall be forced home upon the minds
of the people-as it will be if the Union out
lives the present storm-then shall the hopes and
aspirations of hypocrtes and traitors be brought
glory is now in its zenith; let him make the most
of it. Leaders of factions hold their position by
frail tenure; and their fame which is obtained by
imposing upon the credulity, ignorance and preju-
dices of the multitude, is short-lved. Danton had
his day; Robbesperre had his; and Mr. Seward is
having his; though, unlike them, he may not meet
the same deserved end. He may feel secure now,
surrounded by his worshppers; but false prophets
in politics as we'll as in religion, are doomed to
shameful defeat. Pompey boastinsly said that he
had but to stamp his foot, and men would rise up
around him to defend his cause but when Caesar
crossed the Rubicon and entered Rome, Pompey
found it convenient to leave, with the taunt from
one of his own party that it was time to stamp
his foot t" 1t may be so with MIR Seward There
is greater than Caesar with the South.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
FOR SHERIFF,

We are requested to announce JOAB p. SMITH O
candidate for Sheriff of Mecklenburg county.
January "a, 1860 tie
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
FOR SHERIFF.

We are requested to announce WILLIAM
MAXWELL, Esq, as a candidate for Sheriff of Meek
lenburg county. Election first Thursday in August next.
Jan. II, 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
FOR SHERIFF.

We are requested to announce r. NJ. WHITE
candidate for Sheriff of Mecklenburg county at tn
ensuing election.
January II, 1860 te-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

EaE- The petersburg Express has recently
put on new dress, and the Typography is neat
and handsome-about the only thing in which it
seemed possible for the paper to be improved 1t
Is one of our best exchanges
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

FIRE.-We learn that the Dwelling, out houses
and barn of Rev. Grier MCLAUGHLIN, in the eastern
part ofthis county, destroyed by fire on last
Friday morning, together with a quantity of furni-
turc, fodder, &c. We did not learn how the fire
originated, but suppose it was accidental.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

rs We return thanks to j. NJ Hanna of Ches-
nut Oak "aSton D.; to w. B. Taylor Of Crooked
Greek, Stokes; to W. G. Barnett and W. B. Sloan
of this county, for clubs of subscribers,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

TAX LIsTs.-ln answer to an inquiry made by
the Comptroller, the Attorney General publishes
letter in the Standard stating that it is the duty
Of the Clerks of the County Courts to make out
their Tax Lists this year according to the old
NSScSslneMt
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

CABARRUs CoURT.-The County Court of Cabar-
rus was in session last week. J. L. Bundy, Esq,
was unanimously elected Sheriff, to fill the vacan-
CIV made by the affiicton of Mr. NJ. NJ. Plunket.
j. W Rogers elected Coroner.
Daniel Coleman, A. J. York, John Shimpock,
John NJ Black and L. B. Krilnmnger Esqrs.,
were elected Special Court.
The Taxes were as follows: One ceht on S 100
value, and eight cents on each Poll Poor tax:
twelve cents on 500 value, and forty cents on
esch poll, County uses; seventeen cents on 500
value, and scyenty-two cents on each poll for the
use of Common Schools, being an increase of five
cents on every 500 value and twenty cents on
each poll-.SalisLury Hatchman.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

DIRECT TRADE.-We call the special attention
Oh those In favor of encouraging direct trade. to
the advertisement of o. G. Parsley & Co., of Will
mlngtOu. y. &.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
NOTICE.
COFFEE! COFFEE.: COFFEE"

Direct importation an Southern Bottom.
a Brig " UNION STATE" built and owned in the
IA South, now on her way direct from Rio Janeiro,
with 1000 Bags well selected grades of Rio Coffee.
For SALE upon arrival, (abou first of March, prices
competing with Northern markets.
o. G. PARSLEY Il co.
Wilmington, Jany 30, 1860. I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

Es- The Wing, or opposition State Convention
of North Carolina, meets in Raleigh on the ODD IF
February We notice the proceedings of MEETINGS
In various parts of the State held for the burmese
OF appointing delegates Who would have thought
that our wing friends could be caught holding
meetings and conventions after their denunciations
oi democratic assemblages of that kind q? Some
OF them dcnounce democratic meat;no-s ,s co,c,,s
scs but hen their own party is to be promoted in
that way they seem to have no scruples on the
subject. Poor human nature! how deceitfulI
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

SHAD.-Fresh Shad were offered in this mako
last week at 81 90 per pair.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
NOTICE.

Having determined on selling my Plantation contain
ing ZIG lying Il miles east of Charlotte the
N. G. Railroad will offer to the highest bidder
the premises, on Wednesday the 29th Of February.
credit of II months will be given; and APPROX
ed security required with interest from date.
E. 3. WITHERSPOON.
Jan 81, 1860 5t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

Eg~ Judge Caldwell has been elected President
of the Branch Bank of North Carolina at Salisbury.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

HGg~ Several Northern Advertising Agencies are
wasting their time and postage stamps by sending
us advertisements unaccompanied with the money.
We don't even read their letters before committing
them to the stove Those who send ADVERTISE
ments with the cash need not state how many in
sertions shall be given for the amount of money
We regulate that according to the regular rates.
"Prof:" Holloway and "Prof." Wood can't have
any more advertisements inserted in this paper I'M
der any circumstances
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31
pa Washington correspondent of the Col
umbia Carolnan writes as follows:

unUIa OarUIlHTau WTICes as 1OIIlOWs:
vast number of speculations are INDUCED in,
in reference to the Charleston Convention. Indi-
ana going strong for Judge Douglas is consider
ed very bad omen for Gen. Lane Douglas is
considered to have the inside track, and
Breckenridge and Fitzpatrick his most for
midable competitors. 1t is said that Wise will
have the Virginia votes, which is thought to put
Hunter in the background. Breckenridge is said
to be the favorite of the Administration. So far
so good; but, on the other hand this gentleman is
said to have damaged himself North by his late
speech at Frankfort. Douglas and Breckenridge
the two most prominent opponents for the
nomination at this moment, but it will be difficult
if not impossible, for Judge Douglas to obtain the
two-thrds vote necessary to nominate. Then,
when Douglas finds he cannot get the prize, comes
the chance for some Southern man, who has not
antaeonized specially with Douglas-and many
think that man will be Fitzpatrick.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-31

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS
Implements of my manufacture be found at the
Hardware Store of COCHRANE & SAMPLE in Char
otte Among the various implements for Agricultural
purposes is Westinghouse combined Thresher and
Winnower. j. H. THOMPSON
Jan 81, 1860 6m Tyro, Davidson CO.
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
y. Il. Weston

X KEEPS, in connection with his supply Of
IN Woolen Manufacturers articles, large aud
full assortment Of India Rubber Betting, Packing
Packing Hose, &e Would especially call the atten-
tton OF Millers, Manufacturers and MAchinistR to
my stock Of Betting which 10 atty per cent cheaper
than anyother kind OF Betting forpower and dura-
bilitY,
WAFps, Machine Cards, Reeds, 40.
302 SECOND ST., DAYTON.
pr2IslVw
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
oRHENvILLn AND MIAMIR. R.
Change TiIne,


NnandafteT Monday, Nov. Ia, 1859, untilfur-
Other notice, trains will run az follows.
Leaves Dayton Union Depot at $40 q. m. and
4,lop. M. Arrive at Union at s,25 a. m. and
3,56 p. m.
The s,lo p. NJ. train leaving Dayton, makes close
connection at Union with the Express train on the
Belletontaine road for indianapolis, connecting on
its arrival with trains for Lafayette, Terre Haute
and all points west, north and north west.
For tickets and further information, applyto
Samuel W. King, General Ticket Agent, Union
Depot, 9th street.
H.. sTIMsoN, sup't.
nov14
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
From Washington.

NRw YORK, April Q.
The Tribunes Washington correspondent
of the sth, says:
The Pacific railroad committee has final-
ly determined on one road, adopting the bt :
sis Of Curtis bill, with q clause that the
route should touch Salt Lake City. This
bill will be resisted in the House by the
large interest friendly TO the Southern Pa-
ci6o project, and if it should pass there Il
will encounter more decided opposition
in the Senate where an effort will be made
to amend it with that addition. Recent in
telligence states that in surveys made thro
the British Dominions, the Canadians aban-
doned the scheme OF O Pacific railroad as
impraeticable.
No return bas yet been made by the Har-
per's Ferry committee on the precept Issued
against Mr.. Sanborn, but it Is expected to-
morrow. Therefore, the COMMITTEES does
not legally know Of his refusal to obey the
summons of the committee. The next step
will be TO send the Sergeant- in
person, And if resistance Is made, to submit
the qnestion TO Congress for Legislation. as
there 10 no law now authorizing this officer
% call posse comitatus, like a Marshal, IN
exeoptinga process.
The decision Of the special Senate Com,
mittee MOTTO send for Jno Brown, Jr., az a
witness, on the ground that the Sergeant-a at.
Arms has no authority to deputEe his
authority, is on admission Of the ground ia
ken by Sanborn the refractory witness
from Massachusetts,, and the opinion OF
Chief Justice Shaw on the same points
This necessitates additional legislation 10
compel the attendance of witnessed
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
Safest By UtIrgrdpb.
xxxvrth Congress
-
First Session.


WAstnso7oS, April ..
HOUsR.- Mr.. Morse offered a resolution
which, after an amendment, was adopted,
calling for information in regard TO che
slave trade, with the instructions 70 naval
officers, and the opinion OF the President
a. 10 whether further legislation is neceasa,
ry
The House proceeded TO the consideration
Of the report Of the Covede Investigating
Committee, asking for the arrest Of Augus'
tus Schell, when
Mr., Winslow made minority report,
maintaining that there is no authority 70 ins
quire into the private contributions of any
persons, unless il be first determined that
the purposes wore corrupt
Mr.. Coovde questioned the right Of Mr..
Winslow 10 bring in minority report
MIR. Winslow maintained that he did 90
as question Of privilege.
Mr Covode wished to postpone the con,
sideration OF the subject in order to allow
Mr.. Hickman to report on the Presidents
protest.
Mr.. Hickman raised point Of order, that
Mr.. Winslow's course was irregular, under
the parliamentary law.
The Speaker decided Mr.. Covode was en-,
titled 10 the floor, and an appeal by Mr.
Winslow was tabled.-l25 agninst so.
Mr.. Covode said he wanted the list in Mr.,
Schells possession, because It contained the
names Of government officers, and not be,
cause il was signed by private individuals.
Mr.. Hickman Intellectually sought to pre-,
sent his report
Adjourned.
SENATE.--Mr. Brown presented the
resolutions adopted at the meeting at Nashs
vile Oct. 10th, 1859, in regard to the i'm
provement Of the navigation Of the Missis-
sippi river. Referred 10 Committee on Com.
merce.
Mr.. Hale called the attention of the
Chairman Of the Committee on the District
Of Columbia to the condition Of the Jail Of
Washington City, which would disgrace a
tribe Of sayages
Mr.. Brown said q new jail was about
being erected by the general government
After some conversation the subject was
dropped.
A number Of bills of a private nature
were considered.
A bill for the relief Of settlers on lands in
Ark, was taken up and passed.
Resolved, That the Committee on For,
eign Relations be instructed to consider by
what title or right the Saratoga" ship of
war belonging to the U. 5. has undertaken
in time of peace, without the sanction of
Congress- to use force against two other
vessels Of war at that time in Mexican wa
ters, and after q bloody contest to capture
the same and bring them as pretended
prize of war into port ofthe u $. holding
their officers and crews as prisoners and
also to consider il any action Of Congress
be required to prevent the recurrence Of
such collision, and such an assumption to
make prize Of war and prisoners in time
of peace.
Mr. Wilson gave notice Of bill to more
ehectually suppress the slave trade.
Mr.. Davis resolutions were then taken
up,.,SSand Mr.. Chestnut made a speech in
their favor. The resolutions were then laid
aside.
The House Homestead bill was taken up
pc against %.
Adjourned.
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Little Miami IL Columbus & Xenin
Rail ROnd.


Three Daily Trains, via. Columbus.
Through tickets from Dayton to all Eastern
Cities.
THREE Daily Trains each way, leaving Dayton
for the East as fOlows: Night Express at 10 !.
mi Day ENpresslli 40 am m,iAocommodation6,l6p p m.
Arriving at Dayton, Accommodation S,ib n, m !;
No. Express, ,26 p. M; No. Express, AbO d. m.
Trains run by Columbus time, which is : minutes
faster than Layton time.
Through tickets be had for all Eastern cities
by calling on Y. II. WarmAn, Ticket Agent, at the
Depot, kAat Third street.
Dayton, Nenia and Columbus-LeAvea At6 40 n
m, and arrives at 663 a. m.
AlItreights left at the Depot by $50 D. m =, will
be forwarded same day, bv $40 p. m. Freights ar.
riving at t0,bsp. M, Will be delivered n s,tCAm.
G. wARMAN, Gent. AR't. aprIs
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10

HENRY L. BROWN All. IRWIN
BROWN & IRWIN,
HEAD OF THE BASIN,
HAVE the best of Charcoal and common
~ Horse Shoe Iron.
BROWN IRWIN
nave the bestof Round, Square and Flat Iron.
BROWN X IRWIN
nave the best of Band, Hoop, Oval, Half Round and
Sheet Iron.
BROWN a IRWIN
nave the bestof Wagon, Buggy, Spring and Dandy
fire.
BROWN y IRWIN
nave the best of Norway and Brenzon Nail RoIs
BROWN& IRWIN
Have the beat Slab steel and SlabIron
BROWN 4 IRWIN
nave the bestof Round, Flat, Square and OetAron
Steel
BROWN a IRWIN
HAvet best of Pittsburgh Springs and Axlea.
BROWN IRWIN
nave the best Of Carriage Hub Bands, and Tire and
Plow Bolts.
BROWN & IRWIN
nave Bellows, Ahvils and Solid Box Viaea
BROWN n IRWIN
Manufacture and sell Stoves, Hollow Ware an
BROWN 4 IRWIN
Keep Tin OF all kinds, Sheet, Zine and Iron
DROWN IRWIN
Keep Copper and Tin Bottoms, Block Tinand Solder.
BROWN 4 IRWIN
Keep pie plates, fruit can tops and bottoms 40 all
ofwhich will be sold to the trade at the loy5est
prices. auge
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
DIVORCE NOTICE.


A LII persons are notified not to trust my
n wis, Elizsheih Lemon, on my account except
debts OF her oontracting,
@has'dslhWst WM, LEMON
Dayton daily empire. [volume] (Dayton [Ohio]) 1850-1865, 1860-04-10
Fresh Goods! Fair Prices!
MCINTYRE & BAIRD.

HROCERS AND PRODUCE DEALERS,
~ lls Main st., doors below the Market House.
A fuilsupply OF Choice Family Groceries, Of which
wewarrant all good
Coffee.
Rio Coffee, Mocha, Java, Maricabo.
MCINTYRE a BAIRD.
Fine Teas.
Imp Tea. Y II do, Black do, Gunpowder do
MCINTYRE s BAIRD.
Molasses.
N o Molasses, S II Molasses, Syrups
MCINTYRE & BAIRD.
Sugar.
N o Sugar, Powd do, Gran do, Crushed do
Coffee do MCINTYRE a BAIRD.
Spices
uround Pepper, Allspice, Cloves, Cinnamon,
MCINTYRE a BAIRD;
Saleratus & Or Tartar
a superior article, which we warrant pure,
McINTIRk & BAIRD.
Fine Cigars,
Bronson's Fine Cut Tobacco,
Soaps, Cheese, Cornmeal,
Croekery Queensware,
400 Bbs Apples. MCINTYRE 4 BAIRD.
now