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Wilmington journal. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1844-1895, 1860-12-06
FOr the Journal.
Public Meeting In Dupiin.

Public Meeting I'm DUpiin.
Pursuant to public notice given in the newspapers and in
various parts of he county large and respectable
OF the citizens of Dupn irrespective of party assembled
at the Court House in Kenansve the LIST day Decem-
ber $780, for the purpose of taking consideration the
condition of our Federal Relations
After the organization of the meeting by calling James
Dickson Esq, to the Chair, and appointing Messrs j.
McGowen and Gibson ar Secretaries, prayer Of
fered by the Rev. Henry R. Kornegay.
On motion, two gentlemen from each precinct in the
county were appointed by the representatives of the
the meene Wbereon Vivian doF E nc'on
Mosey, Dr. F. Cobb, Joel Loftin Rev. H. R. Kornegay
Daniel Herring, Sherwood Grady, James W. Davis, Zach
Smith, Jr John r. Miller Gibson Sloan, Edward Souther.
md, r. Laner, sr., John Carr, D. T. Carr, VIM R Ward
b j. Carr J B. B. Monk, George W Lamb, Joshua R. Ez
Zcl, George W. Middleton, Owen R. keenan, and JOSEF T.
Rhodes were appointed the Committee who retired
prepare the resolutions.
Houst0n called for and responded in eloquent and
abe speech of about hours length being frequently
terrnpted by bursts OF applause After Mr. Houston
cqded, Mes rs H. S AFFORD and William A. Allen were
called for and entertained the meeting few patriotic
appeared ana through their chairman Major Joseph T
Rooes, submitted the following preamble and resolutions
"hcn were urged Tor adoption by the meeting in speech
from the chairman Of the committee strong in feeling
Southern in principle.
Whereas The election purely sectional President anG
Vice President the United States the people Of the
Of this conederacy, upon purely secona
atorm will put the Federal under the contro
OF men who avOw the doctrine OF the equality of the wh
and black which doctrine if put practice mus
result in the destruction of political social and rdusa
conditions avoid which eral of the Southern States
are preparing to, and in opinion will, withdraw from
the Union.
Be it therefore
ReSooed, That do most heartily recommend the for
nation of Southern Confederacy and this we here
oy request our Senator and members of the House of Com
the General Assembly t. use their best ts t.
procure the call of the Convention of the people of Nor
Carolina with the view of taking such steps may
cessary therefor.
Be it further
ReSOued That do hereby request Representative
IN the State Legislature, to urge the passage OF law
arm with the most approved weapons of modern
ten thousand men and have them drilled the
of the state to subject call of the Goveno
at any time within the five years unless traDqui
shall sooner be and also to urge the necessity
organizing the militia of the State.
On motion copies of the above resolutions ordere
to be sent to Representa- in the Leg ure
different papers in the State with request for pubca
ton.
On motion. the meeting adjourned.
JAMES DICKSON, Chairman
GIBSON S. CARR. 0e''0'"iioS
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a mearre demand for retail.

with clea and notice only meagre demand for retail
ing purposes selling from first hands at u cents in tierces
sequence coming and scarcely any market For Coo
there fair demand from Dealers and parcels would find
ready sale receipt.
HiY-No receipts sales the market is moderately
supplied with former arrivals and rules dull.
the in dealers hands becoming reduced There
demand and quote sales from store at 80 cts
MoIAssHsEThere is moderate stock Of Cuba and we
quote only small sales from first hands at "a to n per
gallon.
PoTAToEs-The market is well supplied with both Irish
and Sweet and rules quiet Small sales at 81 Is per
bb for the latter from store and so to IS cents per buhe
PEA NuTs-The demand from buyers has become some
what checked and in consequence the market has ruled
prices We quote sales from carts and wagons during the
week at 81 o5 81 TO- 81 5 81 TO- 81 Is 81 80 81 90 per
bushel-the latter prices being paid for extra article
Provisions. the market for N. c. cured BACON
have change note. There is coming in the
market Is entirely bare consequently no sales have taken
place. There is demand for retailing purposes and for
prime article quotations could be had Little no
Western cured has for few weeks, and the stock
has become very much reduced and the market exhibits
rmness small sales have taken place from store
however, at former prices See table ---LAKD-Both
NJ G. and Western make is in light stock, and notice
moderate demand We quote the former at 3 1s cents
and the latter at IL l2A cents per lb.---PohK-The
stock of Northern unusually light and with moderate
demand the market rules firm at quotations 10 table Fresh
with ready sales from carts at 81 cents per b as IN
quality.
ket, and present hut little Amand epts The
balance of the cargo (3O0 sac k) reported in last
ceved from Liverpool has been selling at IS cents 81 per
sack. as in quantity.
SHINGLEs-Have in fair enquiry for shipment for two
three weeks past and sell readily arrival Only small
pa GELS have been brought market since last
sold s. for Common SIS to $ so M tor Contract
TMBR The market for the past two or three weeks hat
ruled exceeding ely dull ard impossible sell pre-
There is demand for mill purposes, and
RATS now Offering on market without finding buye
We unable to give correct quotations.
EXCHANGE the Northern extremely
but little be had. Bank nomiualy cent
Brokers and Others sell at to per cent when to be had
all.
FREIGHTs-The market du ing the past week has ruled
exceedingly dull ami to New York and PhiIade phia
port decline former rates for both naval and
No vessels up tor Boston, quotations nominal
But little produce ferng at present. vessels experenc
considerable diff ;uy il obtaining cagoes See table TO
prices
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RosN-The market continues rule dull for all grades
sales to report There is demapd, and impossible
to Sc even at very low prices We unable to give
quotation the market and figures in table must
looked upon merely nominal. On Saturday last lot
of l63 bbls Common sold so for tale bbl No
other sales have taken place. and the market closes in
active.
TAR Has ruled decidedly dull for the week. and shows
decline offuy so cents. The sales are as follows 80
bbs at s. SO do. at 81 80 6a2 do at and 428 do at
81 co. and so do. at 81 so per bbcosng price
market sparngy, and there is only small stock in
butchers hands; there is, however, but title demand
cept for prime quality, which sells at u per b-
have been limited request for week two past
and have no sales to report
BARRELsThe market for empty Spirits Turpentue bar
rels rules about the reported past
The stock in first hands very heavy the market being
oyerstocked and sales cannot be hardly any figure
There is demand and the sales have been confined
small lots Gas wanted) of New York make at to
LES each for second hand and
COFFEE No receipts worthy of note for time past
and all descriptions il rather small stock; how
ever only light demand and refer to our table for
store quotations, as IN quantity and quality.
CoToN-The market for this article as noted in our last
has been entirely neglected, only small lot having
material concession in price part holders which
they will not accede to. On Wednesday last small
middling, bat nothing has since been reported
CORN MEALS In light stock, and sells in the small way
FIsH-Mullets are in fair stock and demand light. No
sales to report except in the retail way from store.
FLoURn the market for State brands there nothing
report The stock in dealers hands is small but in
absence of the usual demand the market rules quiet
The sales have been in the small and
sequently hardly give Wholesale price,
We quote nomnay at 81 so al IS per bb for superne
GUANoels from store at the following quotations No.
Peruvian $50; Reese's Manipulated SO; American $40
and Sc mbrero $S5 portion of 1000 lbs We quote Super.
phosphate of Lime at $50 and Land Plaster at $40 per ton
to report Com fair stock and there il little or no de-
and from dealers; have, however, arrivals to
port for the week The two cargoes $500 bushels from
Pasquoank county, reported in last review and left
market changed hands at &c. per buse for prime
white ninety days this price could hardly be obtained for
IL a in han
of Dealers and nothing doing except in the retail way Nc
receipts.-RIcE.-The market 10 moderately supplied
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Near Washington, n G., the l4h instant, Mrs. MARY
ANN GRIoT wife of Allen Gris ESQ.,, aged 60 years.
At Topsa Sound New Hanover county the 18th Nov,
WILLIAM B. tIDBURY, aged 20 years and IL days.
S Quincy, Florida, papers please copy.
In this place, Sunday, and inst, JOANNA NORRIS be-
loved child of A. j. and l.. j. Galloway aged years and
months.
q Thou shalt have none other Gods but me. .
In Columbus county, N c., on the SOth u Mr.. JAMES
Herald and Fayetteville and Raleigh papers please copy.
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MARRIED..

In Dupn county at the residence Of the brides father
CHAMBERS, of Alabama, to Miss MARGAhETT A. OUT
LAW, daughter of George Outlaw, Esq., CT Duplin n c.
At the residence of the BRIDES father Tuesday
ing, the 9th ult., by D. D. Aen Esq. Mr. GEORGE NJ
StIMMERILI4, of Halifax to Miss HATTY CLAY ROBE
SON daughter of William B. Robson, of Brunswick
ty, N. q.
Onslow comfy the Goth uit, by L. Moore Esq, Mr.
SAMUEL FISHER of Carterett county, to Miss MARY W.
LEWIS
aTBeaufort Journal please copy.
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AYERS AMERICAN ALMANAc. for Dec. 1851 is ready
for delivery gratis at H. hcLns, who is happy supply
all that call for them Every family should have and keep
this book 1t is worth having Comprising much general
information of great value gives the best instruction.
for the of prevalent complaints that get any
where. Its anecdotes alone worth bushel of wheat
aud its medical advice ia sometimes worth sick the
wheats weight in gold Many Of the medical a!manacs
trash but this is solid metal Its calculations made
purpOsely for this latitude and therefore Call
and get an Ayers Almanac, and when got, keep it.
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BALTIMORE Dec 3 Flour is dull and heavy Ohio S.
City Mills held 81 IS. Wheat is dull red ST. 10 l5
white 81 20 49, Corn is steady old viii 60 6lc.-
Provisions dull pork SIT Is. Coffee steady IA 4
cts Whskey dull at l9!c.
MOBILE, Dec 1st- The sales of Cotton to-day reached
5000 bales Mcdngs is quoted at 81 &C. The market is
in favor of buyers.
NEW ORLEANS Dec lst-The sales Of Cotton to-day
1850 bales Mddlings quoted at 9 2o. Molass
quoted at &c per gallon. In Exchange there is little
or nothing doing.
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For the Journal
MEssRs EDITORS The abuse of South Carolina by the
editor of the Wilmington Herald and other opponents of
immediate secesson is calculated to make friends to
themselves, to the they have unfortunately
poused South Carolina needs defence from our hands,
The ympathes of the entire Souh and the history of the
whole country for thirty years past prove her in the
position she has TAKEN and speak with trumpet tongue
her praise but citizens of North Carolina we do PRO-
test against these persistent dsparage our State
and the constant holding up of the world
What South Carolina for long time treating with
rogance and contempt and not of her sons until now
and that accomplish political end has been ready and
willing to WELD even pen in defending her from this in
suit No. sirs the scrbblng of anonymous correspondents
the ebution of few excited individuals are not consider
ed the voice of the State and they treated with that
silent contempt which they so emineny Deserve and
silently will these efforts create prejudice be received by
the citizens of South Carolina.
The Of the Caronss the cause Of the South and
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NoTE-River Lumber, Tar, and Turpentine, sold the
water are subject to the expense of landing inspection
Tupentne about 10 q IA y bbl-and naval stores
when brought Railroad, about the same expenses in
curred@* For virgin mixed Turpentine deduction
of onefth is made the price of yellow dip,
cOrdino to uualitv
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MRS. WINSLOW.

An experienced and female physician has Soothing
Syrup for children eehing, which greatly facilitates the
of teethng by sotening the gums reducing all
fammaton-wll aay all pain, and is regulate the
bowels. Depend upon it, Mothers will give your
Selves and relief and health your infants. Perfectly
in all cases. See advertisement in another column.
Feb. 25-l47-3m-27ly.
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ONLY PREPARATION
HAVING PROOFS so STRONG AND DIRECT AS
EXPEL THE DOU BITS
Sept. 18th, 1850


Il
dor STATESMEN, Judges Editors, Physicians of
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During the year 1884, unfortunate as to be thrown
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&1q 18th. 1850 285&50-2m
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From the Daily evening Traveller, Boston, November 49,

From the Daily euening Traveller, Boston, November ls
1859.
For years, ave. from time immemoria have housekeepers
wanted preparation which should possess the power of
reunDg the fragments of crockery, glassware furniture
&c. which will accun ulate in every household. This de-
sideratum has at last been filled by AIR. H. c. Spaing of
No SO Platt New York who has introduced to the
pu bic his prepared Glue, which destined become
much Of requisite in every family the lucier match
metallic pin Ibis glue eDgrOssed in chemical solution.
the manufacture of which Of secret with the
proprietor Its adhesive qualities truly astonishing
joining together as it will heavy pieces OF wood well
the most delicate pieces of hina glass.
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ADu1N1sTRAToR,s s.1E,

NHE SUBSCRIBER will sell public auction to the high
est bidders the tn 2lst and 22nd days of Deem
Der, l60 at the plantation OF the late William j. Gibson
Unslow County, the following personal property wit
FIVE HORSES. FOUR MULES, Thirty HEAD OF
CATTLE, about ONE aUNDRED FAT and STOCK HOGS
THIRTY HEAD OF SHEEP, about 400 barrels of Corn,
thirty stacks of Fodder good Wagon two Ok Carts,
Black Smiths Tools and Farming Utensils and many
other articles too tedious TO mention.
At the time and place will be hired out for the
1861 the negroes belonging the estate of the said Wm
Gibson deceased among which several number one
TURPENTINE HANDS
and q good BLACKSMITH
Terms of Sale-Six months credit notes with approved
security will be required OF purchasers before delivery
the property. E. W. MATTOCkS, Admir-.
Dec. 9Th, 1860 15-2t
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we say to Southern sister that the heart of every tru
North Caronian is with you in the great battle for
pendence and they will with Divine assistance save the
state from the inamy of Submission to wrong come from
what quarter it may. CAPE FEAR
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SPIRITS TURPEETINE-The unfavorable from abroad
together with the unsettled of affairs
kets materially affected the price of this article,
quotations cents owerthe last sales being 80
for straight and 80 for N. Y bbs the time of
closing report this morning the market is Inactive
prices have decided downward tendency Sales the
week of $40 bbls., follows:
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BY TELEGRAPH.

RICHMOND, Va, Nov. Both, 1860
Governor Letcher has issued his proclamation declar
chat nine names on the Bell electoral ticket and six
w tho Rreckinridge ticket have been chosen Presiden-
t ~ electors for that State.
WASHINGTON, u. c., Dec. Sd, 1860.
rborp is probably quorum of both houses present.
- dir of profound gravity pervades every circle. The
.omme for action. The Message goes in at noon to-
morrow
WASHINGTON, Dec. Sd, 1860.
sENATE.-No thing was done to-day except the
continent Of Committees to wait on the President
P inform him that the Senate was ready for business
TSe Senate then adjourned before o'clock
Nearly al the Senators in their seats and good
toing I1evailed.
HOUSE.-The House announced itself ready for
bness and appointed committee to join the Senate
comm ttee, to wait on the President.
The sci citing of seats occupied hour, which was
marked by good feeling and hlarity. The House adj
iourned at quarter past one O'Clock.
Two hundred members including all the members
from South Carolina except MIR. Porcher Miles, were in
their seats.
The galleries were crowded.
The Message will be sent in at noon tomorrow.
WASHINGTON, D. c., Dec. s. 1860.
The Presidents message is pronounced by the border
sgp States and vatveS generally, masterpiece
If craftsmanship but it IS denounced by extremists
Were scarcely ray OF hope entertained of contin
ned Union by any one.
n The Senate yesterday, the message read but
1otreterred.
In the House, the secession portion of the message
aa referred to committee OF from each State, and
the entire message to a committee of the whole.
NEW YORK MARKET.
New YORK, Dec 5, 1860.
At the close yesterday
GaIe lbs. In
land, 10 cents Flour declined cents. Wheat dull.
Co+n declining Spirits Turpentne dull at "a $500
BosD dull at ST. 20. Rice dull at 81 &C.
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$4,000 LBS. COTTON YARN PER ANNUM.
TINE CELEBRETED ROCKY MOUNT MILLS, Edge.
L combe county, N. c., continue to manufacture 1900 lbs.
Cotton Yarn daily and prepared to furnish assorted
Nos to u.s. by the bale of 200 lbs at Is per h.
months tme of Railroad Depots in Eastern N.
Carolina free Of freight
The Mills and Machinery are in fine condition, and the
quality of the Yarns guaranteed.
Orders solicited from punctual buyers Address,
VIM. 8. BATTLE,
Rocky Mount,
Edgecombe County, N. G.
Sept. 18th, 1860 3.ly*
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WILMINGTON, N. c.,

Dec. SIN, 1860.
GIHE REGULAR MEETING of the New Hanover Agr-
cultural Society will be held at the Court House in this
place. Tuesday the 18th inst, at o'clock F. NJ Eec
business to be transacted. w. RESTON, Sec'y.
Dec & I5It-77.6t
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BARGAINS. RARGAINSI

SELLING OFF MILLINERY AT COST!
MISS K A HINTON offers her stock of Fall and Winter
Nl MILLINERY Cos DIS, at and under New York cost
this date, December 5th Store No. g. Front
lately occupied by Messrs bedrck Ryan, where ladies
will find full assortment of French BDnnets, Feathers
Flowers Bridal and Fancy ar,ic Chldrens Hats Bead.
Dresses and everything usually found in Millinery Esab
lsbment. Dec. 8 IT.
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REVIEW OF THE WILMINGTON MARKET,
FOB TIE WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 9TH, 1860.


TURPENTINE This article continued to rule at last weeks
quotations up Monday when there considerable dull
in the market and buyers refused operate unless
made 81 Is for yellow dip 81 40 for virgin and 80 cents
tor hard per $50 lbs-beng decline of 20 20
on soft and Is hard The market closes inactive
even figures and if demand does not
spring prices must lower The receipts and sales for
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Wilmington Wholesale Prices Current.

sTt should be understood that quotations generally
represent the wholesale price. In filing small ORDERS high
er rates have to be paid.
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A STRAY COW.

A STRAY COW.
DelA TAKEN UP about the first Of ovember last,
fN at the residence of Seth King, in Stump Sou ID
QI Onslow county, a LARGE RED AND WHITE
UUW weighs suppose, about three hundred lbs
The mark is crop and hacrOp in each Any person
claiming the above will forward prove property pay
charges take the COW, she will be dealt with
ding to law. JOHN E. KING.
December l, 1860. l5.f
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OLD HEADED CANEs-Silver Headed Canes
" livery Headed Canes-a kinda of Csnes-prices low
qualities superior, at BALDWlN'S.
Dec. s.
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NOTICE TO TAX PAYERS.

7 HAVE AUTHORIZED MR.. II. A. BAGG to collect al
i Taxes due Persons hereby notified that al
Taxes without any distinction that remain unpaid
December Court will be returned the Court the pro
perty will be sold in ten days afterwards.
E. D. HALL, Late Sheriff.
be found at the Office of Mr. JAS A. Wright at the
Court House, every day in the week from A NJ till P.
NJ and from to O'Clock, p Ii.
81. A. BAGG.
Oct 25th, 1860 43-tf-9.tf
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CILK UMBRELLAS
y SILK UMBRELLAS,
AT COST FOR CASE, at
Dec.6. BALDWN'S.
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BAR AND REsTAURANT.

BAR AND REsTAURANT.
Front Street, North of the Bank of pc Fear and opposite
the Bank Of n ihllgOn
90 ~ THE SUBSCRIBER respectfully informs he
SNJSY public, that he has opened above BAR
W. ROOM AND RESTAURANT, where he will
keep the CHOICEST and BEST LIQUORS. and up in
the best everything that the market will Afford
OYSTERS in every style GAME hen in season. etc. etc.
MEALS at all hours.
He has secured the services of Mr. VIM. H. CURTIS we'll
known to every admirer of FINE OYSTERS well served.
HENRY WEBB.
Oct. 9Th. 1860.-28&7-tf HJHerald pie ase copy.