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Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1860-12-15
EXPLAIN TIE CONSTITUTION.

Again t5e Constitution was smehdsd by the
same process after the election Of President JEFF
ferson by the House OF Representatives, in Fsbrus-
~, 1903. This amendment was rendered necesss-
ry to prevent recurrence Of the dangers which
had seriously threatened the existence Of the Gov.
eminent during the tendency Of that election;
The article for its own amendment was intended
to procure the amieable adjustment of the eOnGics
ing Constitutional questions, like the present,
which might arise between the Governments Of
the States and of the United States. This appears
from eontemporsneous history 10 this connec.
ton, shall merely call attention to few instan-
ces in Mr. MadisOn's justly celebrated report, in
1879, to she Legislature Of Virginia. In this be
ably and conclusiyely defended the resolutions Of
the preceding Legislature against the structures OF
several other State Legislatures. These were
mainly founded upon the protest Of the Virginia
Legislature against tbs alien and tedi,ion acts Is
pslpabls, and alarming infections on the GcEstF
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1860-12-15

We give this week some passages from Buchan-
ans recent message, and have go divided it that
the topics upon which it treats can. be seen at
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1860-12-15
PRESERVE TuE UNION.

~
In every foreign region Of the globe the title Of
American citizen is held in the highest respect,
and when pronounced in foreign lands, il causes
The hearts OF our countrymen to swell with honest
pride. Surely, when We reach the brink OF ths
yawnng abyss, we shall recoi with horror, from
the last fatal plunge. By such dread catastro-
pie, the hopes of the friends of freedom through
cut the world would he destroyed and long night
Of leaden despotism would enshroud the nation.
Our example for more than eighty years would
not only be lost, but it would be quoted as coz
elusive proof that man is unfit for self government
Il is not every wrong, nay, it is not every grievouo
wrong which can justify a resort to such fearful
alternative. This ought to be the last desperate
remedy of a despairing people, after every othet
constitutional means OF Cancellation had been ez-
hausted We should reflect that under this free
government there is an incessant eb5 and flow Of
public opinion. The slavery question, like every
thing human, will have ;s day. l firmly believe
that it has already reached and passed the culmi
mating point; but if, in the midst of the existing
excitement, the Union shall perish, the evil may
then become ifrepsrable. Congress can contribute
much to arrest it, by proposing and recommending
to the Legislatures of the several States the rem
eay for existing evils which the Constitution has
itself provided for its owl preservation. This has
been tried at different critical periods of his
tory and always with eminent success. 1t is to
be found in the 5h article, providing for its own
amendment Under this article amendments have
been proposed by twO-thirds of both Houses Of
Congress, and have been ratified by the Legisla-
tures of three!ourths Of the several States, ana
have consequently become parts Of the Constitu-
:ior. To this process the country is indebted for
;he clause prohibiting Congress from passing any
law respecting an establishment of religion, or
abridging the freedom of speech or Of the press,
or the right of petition. To this we are also in
debied for the bill of rights which secured shs
people against any abuse of power by the Federal
Government Such were the apprehensiOus juStly
entertained by the friends Of State rights st that
period as to have rendered it extremely doubtful
whether the Constitution could have long survived
without these amendments.
EXPLAIN TIE coNsTIrUTIOS.
Again tse Constitution was smehdsd by the
Anti-slavery bugle. [volume] (New-Lisbon, Ohio) 1845-1861, 1860-12-15
AN HISTORIC FACT.

So far from this power having been delegated to
Congress. it was expressly refused by the COnven-
lon which framed the Constitution,
1t appears from the proceedings Of that body, on
the sIst Of May 1871, that the clause authorizing
an execution Of the force Of the whole against
delinquent State came up for consideration. Mr..
Madison opposed it in brief. bot powerful
speech, from which shall extract but single
sentence. He observed the use Of force against
. State would lock mors like declaration Of var
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
POLITICAL DISABILITIES.

"The clause in the Constitution Of North Caro-
lima, prohibiting Jews from holding Office, is blot
upon the good name of the Commonwealth and
should be rescinded 1t is probable that another
effort will be made at the next session of the Legs-
lature to secure its removal. The mode of effect
ing the object is matter of indifference to us, but
we cannot withhold our approval of the movement
and the expression of our hope that it will sue
ceed. As Presbyterians and friends to civil and
religious liberty, we regard the clause as odious
and intolerant, and shall rejoice to seet expunged
from our Constitution. ~. G. Presbyterian.
More than two years ago, this paper was the first
in the State to take the ground now occupied by
the Presbyterian and several other journals, as to
the political rights of the Jews
" We now take occasion to express the opinion that
the clause of the Constitution of North Carolina
which forbids that ministers who have the care Of
souls, shall occupy seat in the Legislature is an
infringement upon the rights of citizenship, and
an invasion of the principles of religious liberty.
1t is as clearly part of the religion of ministers
of the gospel to have the of souls as it is of
laymen to be members of the Church
The Protestant minister of the gospel is as good
citizen, so far as history defines the expediency
of discrimination, Roman Catholic layman.
Judge Gastons defense of the rights of Catholics,
in the Convention which made the Constitution,
was successful, and has added a halo to his fame
And yet that same instrument excludes ministers
OF Christ from the halls Of legislation What in
consistency!
1t would be difficult to show that laymen, COM
municants of the Church, may be safely admitted
to the Legislature, for reasons which would ex-
cude ministers. ....
We deprecate the fall Of preachers into the
political dscords of the day-and we also depre-
cate a similar fall of laymen-the one is as good
or bad as the other. We should be sorry to see
minister neglecting his appropriate duties in the
pursuit of office; but we aware of no cause why
the Constitution should hedge up the preacher to
his appropriate work, and leave other people free
to indulge in neglect of it. A preacher, by
preaching, does not acquire legal immunities; and
certainly he should lose His religion should
more be fenced in by legal disabilities than the
religion of other people.-N G. Chrisfn Adyocatc.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
WOO ME WITH SONG.

Woo me with song! let music pour ss
Her richest anthemes forth,
Until my weary soul shall soar ....
Above the dross Of earth; .a-s
And while across my soul shall swell
This bird like melody, -s.e
Sweet Love shall weave its witching spell
To draw my heart to thee! -.
No heart can wholly be unfair
That Music's charms may sway;
Too much of Heaven is mingled there
And guilt dies quick away; .-.. -
Song has no fellowship with i'll, es.. 6
But teaching, thought untaught,
It softly murmurs-"Peace! be stillp' --'
To guilty waves of Thought.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

Having obtained special letters of administration on
the estate of David A. Williamson, decd, will, at the
late residence of the deceased the 30th day of An
gust sell the following property, viz: Horses, Mules
cattle, hogs road Wagon, one Buggy, household
and kitchen furniture, --. ~
will also hire ont several negroes at the time
Terms made known the day of sale. ~-'E :
.---.-... ---.,... s..- JAS. J. MAXWELL, -
August H. 1850. 25-4tpd Administrator.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Land for Sale.

will offer for sale the Court House in Staesyilie
on Tuesday the Superior Court in October if sold
privately before that time valuable tract of LAND
containing 2I acres, 40 of Which are well tibereG
the whole living Iredell county the Sheriff. Ford
Road eleven miles from Statesyille. There is a good
Dwelling House on the land and all necessary out
houses For further information apply to Richard
Fulom en- the place or to the subscriber 0aklawn P
o. Cabarrus county. Terms made TO suit purchasers.
- --- -- -r. ss.s.s rs--f-J j. s. KIRKSEY.
IuIy m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
PROPERTY FOR SALE IN
LenOir, ". e..

The undersigned wishing to move West offers for
safe his Town Property consisting of Three Lots
one of which is large and cOnmOdious building and
all necessary Out-houSeS. The others well i'm
proved orchard of choice fruit the other
good Spring Also, acres of land the village
part IN cHltivation) He offers also $50 of land
III Nattuga county, good turnpike, being of
The best stock farms in the county. ..--
LgnoIr Is beautiful Mountain Village, Is miles from
tue w y Z Railroad. y tr-weckly stage line passes
l'nm LncoInton, \. c.. via. Hickory Station and Le
nor @ to Ahington, Va. Davenport Female College and
tey High school both well conducted and successful
institutions, are situated in the place. ANY one wisl
@ 70 I'E VIII get bargain by applying carly to the
subscriber at Lcnoir Caldwell co. n c.
'"ue I'Iul 1860. 3In W. GATHER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

ARSON AND MURDER lamentable case of
arson, resulting in the death of Lemon Price, oc-
CURED in this county, on last Wednesday night
The deceased had been at grog shop belonging to
his nephew, James Price, during the evening and
had been intoxicated. He lay down to sleep in
the vicinity of the g-og shop, and was, after some
time, carried into the shop by one Joe or Josiah
Smith, who, with his wife, are accused of having
perpetrated the horrid deed Smith col, esses to
having carried or helped deceased into the shop,
and to having locked him up there merely as a
place of safety. Smiths wife, Ann, has also con-
fessed that she the cause of the burning of
the shop, and also of Prices death. The con-
fession of both, to these facts, in evidence
before the Coroners Jury, and constitutes, we be-
leve, the main ground of the verdict rendered by
that body; and by virtue of which the accused,
Joe Smith and Ann, his wife, were lodged in Jail
last Saturday.
That the burning of the shop was the work Of
an incendiary, is put beyond all doubt, by the
quantity of combustible material, such fence
rails, &C., found in the vicinity after the fire.
The unfortunate completely con-
sumed as to defy recognition. He was some So or
56 years of age lived dissolute life, and has died
horrd death, at the hands of some demon far
worse than himself -Goldsboro Rough Notes.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
MANSION HOUSE.

The undersigned having taken the above well-knOwn
and fvorite Hotel bcgS leave inform the patrons of
the house and the travelling public that he is repairing
and reurniShng and has made several changes which
will add comfort as home and public resort. No
effort shall be spared the part of himself or assls
tants to render soiourners pleasant and comfortable.
II. B. WILLIAMS.
Charlotte, January 10, 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

CINCINNATI Hoe TRADE.-The Cincinnati
Price Current of Wednesday, after noticing an
advance in the provision market of that city, re-
marks: -- t>.-.. ..-r.s, IL a-.=.. e.. -
The reaction in the provision market has at
tracted attention to the hog Market prospectvely,
and sales have been made for November at Sc 80,
and for the first half of December at Sc 25 net.
There has also been pressing demand for stock
hogs, and S5 so was offered for a lot during the
week, per GENITAL gross. Very few offering,
which by some is taken an indication of search
ty, while others think the is the prospective
abundance of corn, and that every farmer will
have enough to feed all the hogs he has, and more
than enoueh and hence none want to sell any, but
many desire to buy ss-e- 49, g -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

CoTToN REcE1pTs.-4, ,462, ,173 bales, against
3,69S,735 last year. Increase, 763,43 bales.
The receipts of new Cotton at Mobile are thus
far 120 bales, against 2 last year, At New
Orleans, 5000 bales, against 47S.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
BORED WELLS

Having been informed that certain unprincipled men
are infringing ''MCMAHENs PATENT ARTEsIAN WELL
AUGER" and as am the only person in whom the Pat
en is vested for New York, Virginia, North and South
Carolina and Georgia. this is to Gre Notice, that any
person persons infringing said Patent, any per-
BENEFIT from such INFRINGEMENT, will
be held personally responsible to for damages arising
from the use or benefit of such infringements Parties
employing persons who making infringements
this Patent will stake due notice thereof and gover em
setres accOrdingly."
State and County Rights for sale on accommodating
terms. Fer further particulars, address
E.. ...-- CHAS. F. HARRIS, -
August IA, 1860. 1t Box 19, Concord, N c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Tin and Japanned Ware,

large assortment; Block Tin, Block Zinc Tin Plate
Babbit metal, sc.
Stoves, the largest Stock, of all sizes, at
-TAYLORS Hardware, Stove and
Tin ware Depot, opposite Mansion Hosse
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

KENTUCKY ELEcTIoN.-We publish this morn
ing, official returns from sixty counties The
$4,000 than will be polled in November 1t is
true, the miserable coalition between the Douglas
men and the Opposition defeated McClarty; but
November will tell different story. - -. s-.
The true Democracy are sometimes beaten,
when there is no political principle at stake. But
in great contest, like that for President, they
awake from their legarthy, and achieve grand
triumphs. So will it be in. November, when
kentucky speaks for her "favorite son."-Louis-
rtNc Courier. ----~ .--.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
NOTICE.

The valuable property, formerly the residence of R.
2. Waring Esq, containing about acres, will be
sold on Tuesday of October Court if sold privately
before that time. Persons wishing to buy examine,
will call upon W. A. OWENS, Attorney.
Aug. I, 1860. 42-1lt
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
CIR mrstrrn gemDfrat.
CHARLOTTE, N. C.

ARKANSAS ELEcTIoN--There seems to be
some mistake about who is the successful candidate
for Governor in Arkansas. ~ The telegraph
announced johnson elected. by 10000 majority.
But so far the party is concerned, it matter
of no moment. Both johnson and Rector are for
Breckiurdge and Lane. The Holly Springs Ark
Star says: The latest accounts show the election
of sound Breckenridge Democrats.-Mr Henry NJ
Rector, was elected Governor Arkansas has done
her duty in thus silencing faction and FUSION and
will speak in trumpet tones for Breckenridge and
Lane in November
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Carriage Materials.

He would call special attention to his stock of the
above goods consisting of Springs, Axlcs Hubs Bows,
Spokes Shafts. Curtain frames. Knobs, Bands Lining
Nails Damask, Satiret Cloths, Laccs, Frnges, Enamel
ed and Patent Leather Enamellcd Cloth, Oil Carpet,
Paints of all kinds, dry and in o Varnsh Turpenne,
Lnseed OIL Tyre and oval Iron, Bolts, and everything
in the way of Carriage Trimmings, at prices that can
not fail to please at the Hardware Depot of
~ 4. A. N NJ. TAYLOR, a.r s
Opposite the Mansion House
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
NEGROES WANTED.

will pay good prices for fifteen twenty YOUNG
NEGROES.
Aug. ii, 1860. 2m ROBT F. DAVIDSON.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

HIGH PRICES FOR MULEs.-The prevailing
price of mules in Kentucky has prevented many
being brought southward this summer. The
Louisville Journal, of the l4th ult, reports the
following sales in Clarke county: zl-.>~ss....
Benjamin B. Groom sold to Moss 4 Co, ITO
fat mules, for Sl70 per head, William r. Dun
can & Co., purchased 30 head of Daniel Smith s
mules at sl52 so per head. Colby glastonbury
sold his mules to company in the South at Sl36
per head, cash. Henry W. Calmes sold his mules
to Mr. Wright, OF the South, at Sl5S per head
Harrison Thompson sold 100 mules to Mr. Rich
ardson Of Louisiana for Sl6,000-S16O per head.
From the above Indications mules are selling at
figures as high as they did last year. - 49,.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

1"Look out for paint" the girl said when a
fellow went to kiss her.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
PRAYER FOR RAIN -ANswERED.-The Due

PRAYER FOR RAIN -ANswERED.-The Due
West Telescope says: ,-- SO -. z.a--s .e=zzsz -s
g "After long and severe drought in this sec
tion, we have within the last week had abundant
and refreshing showers. Another evidence that
God hears prayer At Lower Long Cane Fast
was observed on Tuesday the 18th July; an inl-
mense congregation turned out to pray for rain,
and III few days the rain came. At Due West,
Thursday the 26th was observed as day of hui
initiation and prayer, and on Friday evening the
showers descended in rich abundance s..zzg
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Implements of all kinds.

Straw Cutters Corn Shelters. Plows, Hoes Sheveis,
Spades Forks Axes, Picks, Mattocks Grubbing Hoes,
Trace Chains, Wagon Chains, Log Chains Pruning
and Hedge Shears, Pruning and budding Knives, gar
den Hoes and Rakes with handles Grain Cradles; sran
grass and brier Scythes, Bush Hooks, Wagon boxes;
Hollow ware such pots, ovens and lids, sklHs, spi-
ders -pans and kettles, Caudrons from 30 to l2o
gallons each: Iron and brass Preserving Kettles Sheep
Shears, &c, at TAYLORS Hardware Depot, opposite
the Mansion House. .--..Ts<. tr+sr ,-.-~-
Ludlow's Celebrated Self-Se ealing
Cans. of all the different sizes, at TAYLOR'S
Hardware Store, opposite Mansion House.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
COTTON SAW GINS,

bt the best quality, with 10 inch saws. movcablc-
chilled ribs aud tnucd brush and all other necessary
mProvcmeutS-dehvercd any Railroad station in the
State at 81 per These Gins took the premum at
the >. &. State Fair i'll lS5S ANA lS59
Planters wishing to purchase Gins of the subscriber
Will do well to send their orders early, there is gen.
orally crowd of work late in the season
J. VI. ELLIOTT.
March 20, 1860 6m Winnsboro. :. c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Blacksmith's Tools.

Such as Bellows, Anvils Vices, hand and slide Ham
mers Buttresses Farriers Knives ScrewPlates Stocks
and dies ackSmthS Pincers and Tongs RasT and
Files of every kind, Cut horseshoe and clinch Nails,
Borax Iron of all sizes both of northern and country
manufacture: cast plow, blister and spring Steer; &C.,
for sale very cheap at "'. 1- ~ .~@ -.-. [
TAILORS, opposite the Mansion House:
AT TAYLORS you can find the largest assortment
of Cutlery. Guns and Pistols, of all the celebrated
makes. ---.'-
GLASS, of all sizes and qualties-both French and
American. Also Putty by the keg or pound.
WOODEN WARE, BrOoms &C., of all kinds.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

AD- man starving FOR bread in New York
city, robbed another of fire cents to buy loaf OF
bread, and Justice Quackenbush sent him to jail
in default of 81 900 bail for trial for the heinous
offence.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
500 REWARD !
ia ES.

The TAN LISTS for the yea" 1859 now in my
hands for Inspection Those liable to pay Taxes will
please come toward and settle. ...
E. C. GRIER Sheriff.
April ,, 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28

of all kinds, promptly attended to at
TAYLORS Hardware Store
Opposite the Mansion HouS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
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
Readymade Clothing Stock, Merchant Tailoring De-
partment, to which they call the especial attention of
their many friends and customers.
They intend making this department second to none
in the State either in style and quality ofGoods, or in
the manufacture Of Garments
At all times will be found good stock of Black and
colored Cloths English, French and American Cassi-
meres, and variety of Vestngs. 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 are 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-Five
per cent to the consumer.
Bs7Fa Dimes saved are Dollars made !@Fisa SO try u.s.
Z. FULLINGS
JNO. NJ. SPRINGS,
JNO. p. HEATH.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Immense Attraction!
Great Clothing Emporium
FULLINGS, SPRINGS & CO.

They now Opening at their large and capacous
Store ,om the HANDSOMEST and CHEAPEST
Stock of Ready-made Clothing
offered in the State.
Their stock comprises all the different kinds of Fancy
Cut Linen and Marselles Business Suits, English and
French Drap dEte and Alpaca Frocks and Sacks; a
large variety of Cashmere Pants-Fancy and Black;
also Fancy and Black Silk, Cashmere and Marseilles
Vests in endless variety.
Gents Furnishing Goods,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1860-08-28
Roofing, Guttering and Job Work

April ,, 1860.
The Tipton advertiser. [volume] (Tipton, Cedar Co., Iowa) 1856-1962, 1860-10-25

A DISUNISN HOWL.

Our friends may now expect concer-
ted howl of disunion from Texas to
Maine. THIS is the only card left to our
adver>arles, and they will assuredly play
it with desperate energy. We shall
have food of letters from valiant Dem
ocratic Bobad1ls setting forth the immi-
nent peril of the unlou-jcremulds from
the \. Y. Herald predicting collapse in
the value of public securities, and y gen.
erai financial break dowu.-public meet.
iugs in the saveholding States passing
resolves againstthe inauguration Of con.
stltutlonly elected Preside, t-corr.spon.
dencc between the Governors Of Slave
holding States recommending the calling
together OF the Legislatures of their res
pec,ive States upon the election of Lin.
coin and last, if not least of all, call
for a Southern Convention which will
new be held, or, if held at all, will not
be productive Of anything more serious
than few fire eating speeches, and few
blood aud thunder resolutions The peo-
pie of the North understand and appreci.
ate all this kind of thing too we'll to be
innuenced by 1t. Everywhere 1t will be
met with the scorn and contempt it so
richly deserves. 1t is time the matter
was tested, whether the pursuit of con-
stitutional ends through cons .itutional
means is a sufficient justification for re.
bellon. There will be no disunion.-
There will be no attempts even in that
direction In trying to intimidate North
ern capital, these men seem 10 forget that
the great bulk of their own capital could
not survive single hour of revolution.
But they know it, and the men of the
North know 1t. Aud whether it
were SO or not, the North has re-
solved to do its duty. The disunion
howl will be less effective than any other
instrumentality which the Democracy
have brought into the canvass. Let it
90 on if it please them,-iress and 7ri-
bune.