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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

HUMAN NATURE-An Enstern paper tells
good aneedote OF an opulent widow lady, who once
afforded queer illustration Of that cold compound
of incompatible called 'human nature" It was
Christmas Eve Of one of those old fashioned win
ters which were SO cold. The old lady put on an
extra shawl, and as she hugged her shivcrng frame
she said to her faithful negro servant: ats a
terrible cold night Scip. | am afraid my poor
neighbor, widow Green, must be suffering Take
the ~heelbarrow, seip, fill it full of wood; pile on
good load and tell the poor woman to keep her.
self comfortable. But before you CO. Scip. nut
some wood on the fire, and make me nice
mug of flip" Those last orders were duly obeyed 5
and the old lady was thoroughly warmed, both
inside and out. And now the trusty 5cip was 81
about to depart on his errand of mercy, when his
considerate mistress interpOsed again: @Stop,
Soip You need not go now. The weather Aas'
nsoderdted."
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
$50 EeEEV ARID d!

ED ANYWAY from the subscriber the lst October,
Il q a rnulatto boy named SOLOMON He is near six
feet high thirty DID, tocrably BRIGHT rather
Slim and weighs about l75 pounds. He has a down
look when spoken to- The end of the orefnger of his
left hand has been off. and sharp hard knot has
grown on the end of it. l think he is lurking about
Rocky River, in the lower end of Caharrus county:
wins he rso~I All persons fnreUarnnd ed
harbor assist him, under the penalty of the
law. will pay the above reward for his delivery to
me- his apprehension and confinement in any jail
can get him. WILLIAM HAMILTON.
Negro Head Depot, Union Co., \. c.
December Is, 1859. If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
State of N. Ca'olina--EimcolmG County

Superior C0"r Of LGar-FuH Term. 1859
Wm. Lander, propouler, vs. A. C. Williamson. et al
1t appearing to t. satisfaction of the Court that
Sherman Converse isot an inhabtant of this State
but resides beyond lmts of the same, it is ordered
by the Court that pubation be made for six weeks in
the Western Democr'. newspaper printed in the
town of Charlotte, noting the said Sherman Converse
or his heirs to be ana aear at the next Term of this
Court to be held on the Monday after the 4th Mon
day in February next, tn and there to make himself
or themselves parties toe above stated case, the
case will be heard and dded without his or their
being made parties there
Witness. V A. NcBee, ERIK of our said Court At
Office in Lincolnton the sSIontav after the 4th Nom
day in August y. D. 1889
94-Gt lady. Sc. V. A McBEE Clerk
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
}EIGHTn yoLUME---NUMBER ss7.
A EENTUcKIAN IN AN EASY FIX.

Col. H., returning from his Northern tour,
encountered on his way to Cincinnati, large
number of Quakers, of both sexes, returning from
an s.anti-Slavery celebration at Cleveland, Ohio.
As the cars moved on, the Col. became engaged in
conversation with one of the friends, and in its
course, the subject of slavery naturally arose. The
conversation increased in warmth and interest, and
enlisted the attention of every one present-the
Quakers asserting their utter horror of slavery,
and the Southerner maintaining with equal feeling,
its justice and humanity Stopping, finally, at q
way station, a new passenger entered-a large
hne-looking mu.atto woman, holding a baby in
her arms. Looking around to find seat, aud
observing one of the few vacant occupied in part
by Col. H., she proceeded to seat herself The
Col. with characteristic courtesy, made room for
the ample display of crnoline A few moments
had elapsed, when the dark-skinned Venus turned
suddenly to the Col and inquired:
"Nlster, did you see airy yaar trunk put aboard
this train?'
"We really madam" reioircd the Kentuckian,
"there are many yellow trunks that l am unable
to say whether the one which you allude to was
put aboard or not"
This did not suffice our heroine In moment
or two-the Col. having declined an invitation to
90 out and look up her "yaar' trunk-she arose
suddenly, and extending the infant African in her
arms in the direction of our friend, exclaimed:
"Mister, will you holdthis ere baby while go
and see after that ere trank of mine?"
The Col. assuring her, with ineffable grace and
dignity, that he would be only too happy to oblge
her, proceeded to dandle in his arms the sooty
offspring ofmy lady. BY this time mirth pervaded
every countenance, and an Intellectual effort to
suppress general litter told of the amusement the
picture afforded Moments fed-the whistle SCUM
debut Venus did not make her appearance.
Matters seemed coming to a crisis.
At last, one of the venerable broad brims inspired
by benevolent comprehension of the burden the
kentuckian's politeness seemed to entail upon him
and, perhaps, not unwilling to add to the slightly
malicious and excusable mcrrment of his Northern
associates, crept up to the seat occupied by the
subject of the anecdote, and whispered, in tone,
audible to ALL
Friend, art thou not afraid she will leave it
with thee?"
"Leave it with me, my dear sir?" rejoined Col.
H., turning around, so that he could be distinctly
heard by all present, and dropping his voice to a
loud whisper, "Why, that's just what 1 should
like-its worth hundred dollars in Kentuckyv'
The few Southerners present shouted with
laughter, and the discontinue of the disciples of
brotherly love and sly fun was highly amusing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

DEATH OF LORD MAcAULAY.-The telegraphic
Intelligence, by the Europa, announces the death
of the distinguished essayist and historian, L.
Darlington Macaulay. He has long been known
to the literary world as one of the most graceful,
polished, and, at the same time, nervous writers on
the list of modern British writer's.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
POCkET-BGOK LOST,

lost Il black Morocco POckct-boOk on the night of
Friday the eth inst between Charlotte and my house
Clear Greek 1t contained Sl4o 80 one Note f.
\. Simpson for IS payable to ibram Crowel and Tax
and other receipts Any finding the Pocket and
leaving it the Democrat Office returning it to me
will be literally rewarded.
Dec l3, 1859 If JOSEPH BLAIR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

FHNiE undersigned invites the attention of Mill Own
= erS, or those going into the Milling business, TO
an examination of the above Mill, of which can be
seen in operation at Mr. J. Is. Stewards, within five
miles of Charlotte; said Mills capable of saving
from three to FIVE thousand feet per day. with half the
power required to drive the circular mills, and much
less than that required to drive the Sash-saw,
doing their work perfectly smooth and beautiful
IN addition to the above will furnish all kinds OF
gearing and shafting: Iron Water-whces Patent Saw
mill Dogs Mill Spindles; French Burr Mill Stones with
patent balance; best anchor Boiling Cloth; Ill short
any thing pertaining to the Milling Business The
above made with all the modern improvements ana
will be sold on the most reasonable terms.
Mr. b. Stewart can be consulted with reference 10
the above mills machinery, and orders through hlm
will receive prompt attention. list of prices, to-
gehcr with circulars containing certificates from per-
sons using my mills, will be sent on application.
A. WINTER.
n B-Thc great simplicity of my Mill offers induce
mcnts the Infringement of my PATENT and 10 prevent
litigation give this notice. that the law will be rgdly
enforced against any person using or manufacturing
any part of my Improvement. y. w
Charlotte, Dec. l3, 1859. 3m-pd
CHARLOTTE, Dec. 13 1859.
I am now using one of Mr. Winters Patent Mills at
my place FIVE miles from town, and find it all 1t Is
( recommended be, doing the work both fast and
smooth, and with less water than any other mill
Chccrully recommend it all millowners as superior
TO any that has come under my notice
J. B. STEWART.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
NOte.

F. SCARF having purcld the entire interest in
the firm of F. SCARF I the business will here
after be continued by hims eersoraly.
E@g@ All Notes and AcSts due the late firm of
F. Scarr 4 Co, to Janu"rH, 1859, must be paid in
to F. SCARR by July lSt' OF viii be placed in the
hand of an Attorney for imni;tc collection.
May Il, 1859. #
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
WAKE FOREST COLLEGE.

The next Session of this Institution viii open on the
Third 4NOnday an January
FACULTY.
Rev. W. NJ. WINGATE, President.
PRoF W T. WALTERS, PRoF. W. G. SIMMONS,
PROF. J. II. FOoTE, PROF. WIN. ROYALL.
German will be taught extra study. French
viii also be extra if pursued beyond the usual time al
lowed to it.
The Trustees feel that they have secured an able
and we'll appointed Faculty, and the College stands
deservedy high for the hightoned morality and stud-
Gus habits of its young men,
JAMES S. PUREFOY, Treas.
Forestyiile n c.. Dec. %, 1859 93-7t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

-"I wonder, Lucy, how it feels to kiss one OF
these horrid creatures with moustache. he.-"lndeed
don't know, but [ going to get the hearth
broom and try it,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

SENATOR DOUGLAS AND THE ENGLISH QUEEN.
Senator Douglas no obscure parsonage in
England, during his visit to that country in 1858
On a tour of observation for bis own personal
improvement, he was looked upon by the country
he visited perhaps of the best representatives
of American character abroad. He certainly so
acquitted himself, if the following be true:
Upon his arrival at London, messenger was
sent to him to inquire if he wished the honor of
introduction to the Queen.
"Certainly, replied Mr. Douglas.
"Then you will have to be presented in court
dress according to the custom of the realm" said
the messenger.
"Indeed," said the Senator, Gin that case
prefer not to see her Majesty, until can do so in
the same dress in which can visit an American
President"
The messenger bowed and withdrew, and Mr.
Douglas did not visit the Queen.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
c. S. BARBEE. Z. Z. BARBEE.
Metropolitan Eine,
S1 1o~Ee@t cute.

<-A WE are running a daily line of
>zrfzr175f horse Coaches between Fayete
:AzsSEgszssggsSs vile and Raleigh n. c., connecting
Raleigh
Best two horse line of Mail Coaches in the State.
New Coaches thoroughly lined. Young strong, and
we-broke horses, with careful and accommodating
drivers Supper at Mrs. Barclays Through i'll II
hours Office at Fayetteville Hotel, Fayetteville n C.
Tickets sold to Weldon Office at Yarbrough House,
Raleigh n C. Leave the latter place 5! o'clock ?. NJ.
Leave Fayetteville O'clock P NJ. and o'clock p NJ,
Sundays. Extra baggage must be prepaid, to have
attention
C. S. BARBEE & BRO. PropretorG,
Barclaysville, n. c.
December d. 1859. 21m-pd.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24

STRANGE-We learn that a man in Harnett
county, some 30 Or 40 years of age, has met with
peculiar misshap-n the loss of all his hair
not only the hair of his head but every particle of
hair on his body, SO that solitary hair cannot be
found upon hinl-eyen his eyebrows are gone
He is in the enjoyment of perfect health, and is
sound robust man. The physicians are not aware
of what is the cause Of this strange occurrence
FdycttcUWc Car0ltRidR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
JONAS RUDISlLI,
Architect and Builder,

DESIGNS FURNISHED AND BUILDINGS
COMPLETED ON THE MOST REASON
ABLE TERMS, AND IN EVERY
STYLE OF ARCHITECTURE)
On College street, cf Eighth street
C1Iar1atte NJ c.
WOULD most respectfully announce the Citizens of
Charlotte and surrounding country that he still con-
tinTcs the abo'e business in Charlotte where he is
prepared to furnish DOORS BLINDS AND SASH to
the public on tln most reasonable terms, and on the
shortest notice.
Having great many small claims for work done
scattered all ovel the country he is determined to
change his mehoto doing business and hereafter will
require CAssR for all work done in his Machine
Shop, before remoN
Jan. %, 1853. IF
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-01-24
EQUITY LAND SALES.

Acting under DEGREES of the Court of Equity for Neck
lcnburg county, will sell at Public Auction to the
highest bidder the Court House in Charlotte, on the
4ah Monday in January, 1860, the following Tracts OF
Land, to-wt:
\ tract of Land situated the waters of Sugar
Creek adjoining the Lands of Isaac Henderson, Frank
lin Barnett, Addison Frascr, and others, containing
about 24O acres, being the land conveyed to James H.
Orr by Jacob Thompson and r. D.. Henderson. Terms,
$50 cash. and the balance twelve months credit on bond
with two surees each of whom must be good for the
purchase money.
ALSO at the time and place, will sell to the
highest bidder for ready money another Tract OF Land
with good Saw Mill on it, known as the William Nc
Corkle tract. the waters of Little Sugar Creek adj
Joining the lands of Wm NOrment, Daniel X Smith,
John Heron, the Taggarts lands and Others
\. C. WILLIAMSON, G. NJ. E.
Dec. Is, 1859 Gilt
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
Constipation or costiveness.

NO one of the many ills that flesh is heir tor is so
prevalent little understood and so much neglected
as CostVeness Often originating in careIeseHess or
sedentary abits; it is regarded as slight disorder
OF too little consequence to excite anxiety while in
reality 1t is the precursor and companion Of many
the most fatal and dangerous diseases, and unless
timely grave. Among the lighter evils of which
costtveMcss is the usual attendant are Headache.
Colic Rheumatism, Foul Breath. Piles and others of
like nature, while long train of fightful diseases
such as Malignant Fevers, Assesses, Dysentery, Di-
TFrhtea, Dyspepsia Ap"plexy Epilepsy, Paralysis
first indicate their presence in the system by this
alarming symptom. Not unfrcquentiy the diseases
named originate in Constipation but take on an in
dependent existence unless the cause is eradcate in
n e;ry stage From all these considerations it fol-
lows that the disorder should Immediate at
neglect to get box of Cep6ac Pills on tile first nI-
pe'Irance Of the complaint as their timely use viii
eXei the of disease and destroy
this dangerous foe to human life.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
BY TELEGRAPH.

. FHHADELPHIA, Dec. 27.-Flonr decidedly firmer and
holders now generally refuse SIS for supcrinc: 500
bbs extras sold at rs; the receipts and stocks are
light. Small sales of Rye Flour at S3,621%. Corn
Meal has advanced to S2,55. Wheat held firmly and
the stock is small, only reaching bush; saes
5000 BUSH good red at 80 now held higher; white
in fair demand and 5000 bush. sold at 55@5ec for
new yellow and 65@6T for old. Oats steady at $50
firmly; 1900 bags sold Mt l2z9 l3Ilc for Rio and 1897
for Laguyra. Whisky steady at lSc.
CIXcISNATI, Dec. 27.-Flour in good demand; $40
for superhne, but holders ask bisher prices; sales
1900 bbls S5,4O@5,5O for super. Wheat, Corn Oats
and Barley unchanged. Rye advanced to 6Oc
Whisky in active demand, with sales at 14c. Hogs
IN light supply and prices further advanced sales at
$56O@5So good to extra held at $575G5 80 at close
Mess Pork in good demand, with sales of $50 bbls
at S14,75@l5. Bulk Meats So and 71Sc. Lard in
Meats rather higher; shoulders SIC, sides 61c and
hams 6A@e5sc Groceries unchanged. The Money
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
From Pittshnrph.


PITTsBURcK, Dec. 27.--An immense
meeting was held to-day in the street, on
positc the Court House, relative to the re-.
moval of ordnance South. Gen'l Vim.
Robinson was president. Several speeches
were delivered, among others Gen'I ]. K.
MoOrehead, NJ. c.. from this district Sew
eral resolutions were adobted, almost unan-
imously, declaring loyalty to the Union
and ability to defend ourselves against en-.
emies to the Union, deprecating any inter
ference with the shipment of arms under.
Government orders, however inopportune
OF impolitic the orders. 70
A dispatch from Hon. Rob't Mcknight
was read, asking the people to make no
further resistance but ask for suspension.
of the shipment of the guns until further
advices from the War Office, was read and
approved.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28

THE UsE OF DIR. HosrErrER's STOMACH
BITTER's for Dyspepsia, Flatulencc, Hcavi-
ness of the Stomach, or any other like
affection, is second to none in America or
abroad. To be able to state confidently
that the "Bitters" are certain cure for
dyspepsia and like diseases, is to the pro-
prietors source of unalloyed pleasure
1t removes all morbid matter from the
stomach, puriies the blood, imparts re-
newed vitality to the nervous system, Civ
ing it that tone and energy so indispensa-
BILE for the restoration of health. The nu-
merous acknowledgements of its superior
excellence and beneficial results, have as
sured the proprietors that it cannot but
prove great cure to the afflicted, and i'm
part vitality to the thorough system.
G9"See advertisement in another col
umn. dec I'm.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
RN- MAeN1r1crNr PnrsrNrs Enn CnR1sr-

BS@MAGNIFIcENT PRESENTS FOR CHRIST
MAs-MITcuELL's NRw GENERAL Atlas
Says the principal of one of the best semi
naries ST our-country:
"Ihave examined Mitchells New General
Atlas and find it to be the best work Of the
kind that | have ever seen. AS a map
view Of the world, it seems to leave moth
ing to be desired. The statistical tables
a0d the plans of the principal cities, evil
IDENTIFY prepared with much cure and accu-
racy, add greatly TO its worth. The eu-
larged maps of the several States, showing
the county boundaries. and, also, of all the
countries to which any special interest
attaches, add immensely to its value. The
typographical execution of this work is
beyond all praise and it is, indeed, a
splendid illustration of the progress of art
in that direction. Every teacher should
have Il copy for reference in his school, 1t
should be in every library and reading
room, and no family that can afford the
expense should be without it."
The only opportunity for securing this
work is from the agent, who is now can
wasting in this city. copy can be seen
at the book store of j. c. Orr L Co., No.
l46, Main street, Wheeling.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
bgsEcRrr OF BEAurY.-LArnD,s Bloc

9SEcRET OF BEAuTY.-LA1RD's BLooM
OF YouTH, OR LrQurD PEARL, for beautify-
ing and preserving the complexion and
skin. This invaluable and wonderful tot
let article was discovered by celebrated
chemist in France, some years since, aud
it is to him that all the Courts of Europe,
at the present age, owe all their beauty
and loneliness. This preparation, with all
its simplicity and purity, there is no arti-
Gle that will compare with it as beauti-
flyer and preserver of the complexion and
skin. Mr.. Laird procured the receipt of
him some two years since; he has, during
that time, given it n perfect trial amongst
his own personal friends and the nristo-
cratic circles of New York City, who have
used it with unqualified admiration, SO
much so that they would consider the toi-
let imperfect without this valuable and
purely harmless preparation.
For sale by REED & KRAFT,
decl0 Centre Wheeling.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
- nEAPAonE is the fayorite sign BY which ma

- nEApAcHR is the tayorite sign. by which ma
ture makes known any deviation whatever from the
natural state Of the bril and viewed in this light
may ne looked on as a safeguard intended to give
notice of disease which might otherwise escape
tention, till too late be Temeded; and it's idic-
lions should never BE neglected. Headaches may be
eiassined under two names, vz symptOmatic and
1dtopathtc Symptolnatic Headache is exceedingly
common and Is the precursor Of great variety Ut
diseases among which are Apoplexy, Gout, Rheuna-
tsm and all febre diseases In its nervous form it
Is sympathetic Of disease Of the stomach constitute
ing STcts headache, OF hepatic disease constituting
6!tio'ts headace, of worms constipation aud other
disorders OF the bowels well renal and uterine
atectlons Diseases of the heart very frequently
attended with Headaches; AnaniiH and plethora are
also affections which frequently occasion headache.
ddioP@thic Headache also very common, being
usually distinguished by the of Nervous head
dOhe, sometimes coming on suddenly in of APP
paEen5iy sound health and prostrating at once tho
mental and physical energies and In other instances
comes on slowly, heralded by depression of spirits
or aceroity OF temper. In most instances the pain
Is In the front OF the head both cyes and
sometimes provoking vomiting under this class may
also be named NeWTalgiu.
For the treatment of either class of Headache the
Cephalic Pills have been found and safe rene.
'dy relieving the most acute pains in few minutes,
and by its subtle power Graduating the disease of
which Headache is the unerring index.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
narBrAu H1ckNAy LgAv1so.-We learn

RapBEAu HICKMAN LEAvlN0.-We learn
from passengers from the east that Beau
Hickman, the great professional sponge,
came up from Washington night before
last. He was looking pretty hard, pretty
"rocky," and sat smoking his cigar with a
melancholy thoughlfullness, which is so
unusual with him, that one of the Adams
Express men asked what was the matter.
Beau replied that the Treasury having
been robbed there was no longer any
show for him, and he was leaving the
bankrupt capital for better picking.
Beau, we are informed, is becoming as
gray as a rat, and is about played out. >
He has ceased to be novelty, and his
coarse jokes are no longer SO literally
patronized.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28
Friday Morning, Dec. %, 1860.
eSpNy UxcoNsCtoxaBLE THIEF.-The

RSPAN UECoNsClONaBLE lhAEt'- "e
fo,Iow who stole three horses from the Vi
cinity of Rochester, Pa, one day last
week, and who was caught at Balls tavern
in this city on Wednesday, was escorted
over to Bridgeport the same evening, by
officers ST. Meyers and scroggins, and was
accompanied by the latter to Beaver coun-
~ Jail. The fellow has no fingers, but
instead there are couple of tteshy prongs
which the rascal uses with surprising dex-
,erity. lie stole the horses from Mr. Hen
re Baldwin, who lives near Rochester, and
lead them down to an old fiat boat which
he had lying in the river, drove the ami
mails on hoard and showed out. With the
assistance of the boy, whom he had hired
for the purpose, he steered the fat down
70 Lagrange where he left the boat and
brought the horses down to this city. He
remained here from Saturday night last
until Wednesday, and some half q dozen
officers were securing the country in search
of him. Upon being arrested he refused to
answer any questions at all, manifesting
all the cunning and discretion of the ex-
perienced rogue that lie is.
Daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, Va. [W. Va.]) 1859-1865, 1860-12-28

@,5 ST. SrEpuES's DAx.-The day fol-
lowing Christmas is thus designated in the
calender, it being dedicated to the first
Christian martyr. The customs that were
observed in other days in New England on
this day, and that are yet to some extent
in the old countries, are now probably for
gotten by the Oldest inhabitants, and ale
unknown to the younger. It was pOpu-
larry known as misunderstanding day-so
called because of the custom of Deepen
dants, and the poorer classes, visiting the
residences of the wealthy for charity con-
tFibutions. Boxes were kept purposely for
their contributions.