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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Charlotte
F e WI A LIE ENS TIT u Il Il
The next Session will commence on the first of Feb.
Terms per Session Of t,centy aceeks:

Inc next VIII commence On the nrSt OF
Terms per Session Of tacenty aceeks:
For Board and Tuition, ,................ S85 90
Tuition of Day Scholars, .... SIC and $l8 90
For small girls in Reading, Spelling. and the ele-
of Geography the Tuition hereafter will be $l2.
For Ca dialogue containing further information, ad-
dress r. BURWELL Charlotte, N. G.
take pleasure in saying that for the remainder et
the scholastic year. have secured the services of Prof
r. f. HUNT Instructor of Music. Mr. Hunt con-
neccd with my school at Hllsboro and proved himself
be energetic and faithful Teacher giving
satisfaction in EVERY particular.
R. BURWELL
January Is, 1861. IF
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

It is announced that Ex-Secretary Floyd will
attend his trial in Washington a charge of en-
bezzlement. He charges the President and the
new Cabinet with maliciousiy instigating the in
dictment No doubt Mr. Floyd will show that he
has not been guilty of anything dishonest or dis
honorable
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

Sick OF FREEDoM-A negro woman, slave to
Rev. James Doughen, of Lynchburg. Va, who
escaped to Boston several months since, voluntar-
ly returned to her master, having been reduced TO
the point of starvation during her stay among her
pretended friends. She comes back with the de-
termination never again to leave cid Virginia.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Implements of all kinds.

Straw Cutters, Corn Shelters, PlOwS Hoes. Shoycs.
Spades, Forks, Axes, Picks MattOcks. Grubhu4 Hoes
Trace Chains, Wagon Chains, Log Chains. Prtn.I,.
and Hedge Shears, Pruning and budding Knives. gar
Hoes and Rakes. with handles; Grain Cradles;
grass and brier Scythes, Bush Hooks, Wagon boxes:
Hollow ware. such pots and lids, skillits Sp
derS stew-pans and kettles CauIdrons from 20 to l20
gallons each and brass Preserving Kettles, Sheep
the Mansion House.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
The Celebrated Female Pills,

These Pills do not cure all diseases but they are ,rar
rdnfed to LHcOredh Whteshat dreadful scouroe
TO female health. happiness and usefulness They are
not patented and no humbug, but prepared bv
North Carolina physician of high standing aud of
long experience in the treatment of female diseases
All that's necessary convince you of their efficacy
fair trial For particulars, wrappers. Price 81
per box For sale at the DRUG STORES.
Jan Is. 1861 VT
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

FIGHTING AGAINST ODDs.-Mr Taylor Mead
ows, English Consul at Shanghae, while on an
excursion up the Yangtzc river, China, on the
10Th of October, in his yacht, was attacked by
three piratical junks, manned by 60 men, and atn.
ply provided with warike Implements, including
five guns, either 6 or Founders. Mr. Meadows
had with him one Englishman and ten Chinese
non -combatants He well provided with guns
including Sharp's breach loader, with several other
fancy English guns The pirates commenced the
fight with discharge without wounding any one.
The Englishman replied with continuous dis
charge Of rifles, doing great execution. The pi-
rates sent nine charges of grape and one round
shot at the brave EngishmaD, but at last finding
their men falling before the nurderous discharges
of their opponents, they put about and ingorous-
ly fed, leaving Nh Meadows and his companions
masters Of the position.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

The New York State Democratic Convention
which assembled recently, passed resolutions de-
claring it TO be "a monstrous doctrine to refuse to
settle controversies with our own people with CON-
promises" and they favor the adoption of the
policy that will give satisfaction 70 the border
States, and favor the appointment of committee
to memorialize the Legislature, urging the sub
mission of the Crittenden Compromise to the vote
of the electors of the State at the earliest pract
cable day They urge Congress 10 provide at nm
early day for Constitutional amendments, or in the
event of the failure of Congress to take action,
they urge the Legislature to take the initiative
steps for summoning general Convention to pro.
nose amendments 70 the Constitution Of the United
States.
The resolutions strsnuously oppose civil war,
and urge the seeding and non-seceding States to
join hands in staying the progress Of dissolution.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

: AN AccIDESr.-A negro, we understand, be-
longing to Mrs. B. Hoyle, employed on the N. C.
Railroad. was killed on the 18th inst, near Char
lotte, while digging out dirt for the said road, by
it caving in upon him. He was taken ont as
soon as possible but died in few moments after
wards- Concord Flag.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Reef Cattle Wanted.

Highest Cash Prices paid for Beeres and Sheep
am still engaged in Butcherng, and desire to pur
Beef Cattle and Sheep, for which will pay the
highest market prices. Those having stock for sale
will find their advantage to give me call. In
quire Dr. Taylor's Tan Yard.
Aug. 81, 1860 26-tf j. l.. STOUT.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

Ba- In tue House of Representatives, on the
11th, Mr. Craige of n c., offered resolution that
the President be required to recognize the South
ern Confederacy and receive its Envoy. The re-
solution was referred to the committee on foreign
affairs
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

SAD Loss.-We learn that Mr. John A. Trout
man, of Cabarrus, had four valuable horses drown
ed in attempting to cross Adams Greek, Saturday
week. with bis wagon. The creek was swollen by
the recent heavy rains. His driver and one horse
narrowly escaped -iSalis5ury Wafchman.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
FRUIT AND TREE sTOR

The subscriber has opened fruit and Fruit-tree
store next door above the Rock Island Office, and
will keep hand well selected stock of Fruit Trees
Grape Vines Evergreens and Shrubbery, &c. Also,
Fruits of various kinds Apples, Oranges, Lemons,
Pine Apples, &C., &C. L. W. LYLES.
Dec. IL, 1860. IT,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

LARGE CARGoEs OF CoRN.-We noticed the ar
rival here recently, of dozen vessels from the
north eastern counties of North Carolina, loaded
with corn; the whole quantity amounting TO 20, $50
bushels, which we suppose is as large quantity
ever received here in one day before.
We learn that between 10000 and 100000
bushels have recently been shipped from the Same
counties, to the city of Charleston Wilmington
Herald
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

THE "NATIoSAL HOTEL" PoIsoN.-Dr. Geo
Seymour, of Ltchfeld, CT, died on the 10Th ult.,
from the effects of the National Hotel disease at
Washington, contracted four years since. So says
the Hartford Times
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

GRAIN.-The receipts of corn since the COM
nencement of the past week up to its close yester-
day, have been quite heavy, having amounted in
the aggregate to about $500 bushels-the entire
however having been disposed of at very irregular
prices, the market opening at 80 cents, and clos
ing at 75-prices ruling according to qualify
Charleston Netcs, 9Th inst.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
BIacksmith'S Tools.

Such Bellows, Anvils, Vices, hand and slide Ham
mers Butresses Farriers Knives Screw-plates Stocks
and dies Blacksmths Pincers and Tongs RasFers and
Files of every kind, Cut horseshoe and cFnch Nails,
Borax; of all Sizes both of northern and country
manufactures cast, pow blister and spring Steel &C,
for sale very cheap at
TAYLOR'S, opposite the Mansion House;
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
CIR WRstern gRmOfrat.
CHARLOTTE, N. G.

A GOOD RULE.-One of the rules of the Peace
Conference at Washington prohibits members from
reading newspapers while the body is in session.
from walking about the Hall while a member is
speaking If all deliberative bodies had such rules
business would be more promptly transacted.
THE FoRTs-Maj. Chase, the commander of
the State troops at Pensacola, gives as reason
why an attempt has not been made to take Fort
Pickens from the United States troops, that so
strongly fortified place as Fort Pickens ought
not to he stormed, but captured by bombardment
or siege. Time necessary to complete success
ful arrangements for such an attack There are
110 men in the Fort, enough to work the guns,
and desperate charge upon it would certainly re-
suit in the loss of IS men, too many, Maj. Chase
says, to sacrifice for a vi ry of the kind. He
thinks the Fort will be taken in the right way at
the right time. The arrival of the U. S. steamer
Brooklyn, he says, with its few men, was not con-
sdered matter of much consequence
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
uardware!! Hardware
A. A. n. NJ. TAYLOR

I'D RESPECTFULLY informs his friends and the pub
E n lie generally, that he has added to his extensive
stock of Stoves and Tin Ware, large and complete
stock of Hardware, consisting in part as follows:
Carpenters Tools.
Circular mill, crosscut, hand RIPPER pannel, prun-
ing grating lennon, back, compass, webb, and butch
er SAWS; Braces and bits, Draw Knives, Chissels,
Augers, Gmles. Hammers, Hatchets and Axes; Brick
pasterng, and pointing Trowels: Saw-setters, Screw
plates, Stocks and dies Planes of all kinds, Spoke
shave Steel-blade beve and try Squares Spirit Levels
Pocket Levels, Spirit level Vials Boring machines
Gougers, and in fact everything mechanic wants, iii
great variety and ut very low prices, at TAYLORS
Hardware Store and Tinware Depot, opposite the Man.
sion House, Charlotte, \. c.
O..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

The authorities of New York have returned the
muskets seized on the eve of being shipped to
Georgia; and, consequently, the Gov. of Georgia
ordered the release of the New York vessels seized
at Savannah
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
A HARDENED CASE.

Bill Rigden, whose exploits down on Red River
we have mentioned before, had been drinking
some and, contrary to his usual custom, was blow
ing considerable, and finally said he could run
faster, jump higher, dive deeper, and come up
drier, chaw more tobacco, drink more whiskey,
and do more strange, queer and impossible things,
than any man in the crowd, winding mp by offer
ing to throw any man OF fight dozen, one at q
time, then and there A tall, cadaverous, fever
and-ague-lookiug chap got up and said:
'Tm in for that last. stranger. I'm some on
wrastle myself, and I'll try you."
At it they went, and Bill got thrown badly.
They then tried jumping, and Bill was anchored
again. There no water near to experiment at
diving in, and Bill himself proposed that they
should try some whiskey.
oval" said fever-and-ague, al don't chaw
tobaker, but jist kin drink you dead drunk in
an hour"
"Never!" shouted Bill, and they sat down, Will
ing the time away by playing euchre. Game af-
ter game and glass after glass passed, without the
least apparent effect upon the stranger, while Bill
showed it badly, not being able to tell the
cards or even to handle them. At this stage the
pale face arose, remarking:
oval, guess as how you're drunk enough; and
ef you'll make me drink, I'll mount my pony and
be off"
"Whatl you have?" said the clerk
"Got any brandy"
"Yes"
"Put in a middling dram" 1t was done.
"Got any red-eye?"
"Yes"
"Wal, leetle of that Any turpentineY"
"Plenty."
about spoonful put in Any red pepper!"
ayes"
"Shake in some; now, my boy, eff you'll put in
leete of that aquafortis up thar, I'll take my
drink and be gone"
"My-," groaned Bill, IL should think you
would. 1 give it up. I'm beat Don't drink
that, stranger, you'll die, sure. I'll say
drink again, swear l won't. Don't drink it."
Amid the of the crowd, the pale gent
mounted his pony and cantered away.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

THIRTY, SIX THIRTY. The reader who is
curious to know exactly where runs this oftmen.
toned line, will get clear idea of it by taking
the map and tracing it follows:
1t commences at the point on the Atlantic coast
where the dividing line between Virginia and
North Carolina COMMENCES; passes along the line
between Tennessee and Kentucky; along the line
between the States of Missouri and Arkansas,
thence through the Territory of the Cherokee ma
ton, through New Mexico, striking the Eastern
boundary of the State of California, short dis
tance South of the middle, striking the Pacific
short distance South Of Monterey Bay. On the
South of that line there are about 100000 square
miles, including Indian reservations, while on the
North there are about 100000 square miles.
Of TIE 100000 square miles South of $3.50 there
is not the slightest probability that there could be
carved out more than one slave State. All New
Mexico, comprising about 10000, square miles,
would never become slave territory, from the fact
that it is not adapted to slave labor. 1t produces
neither cotton cane. North of that line,
though slavery to be legalized, it could never
exist.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
VALUA LIE PLANTATION
FOR SALE.

The subscriber offers for sale that valuable Planta-
tion formerly owned by the Rev. H. B. Cunning CHAM,
situated nine miles north of Charlotte. The of
land contains 700 acres about 300 ofwhch cleared
including a good meadow of 25 80 acres-the bal
ance is good wood land. The A. Tenn & Ohio Rail-
road passes through the plantation. There is fine
Dwelling House containing nine with 8 fire.
places, and all necessary out-budings. Good water
convenient.
For further information apply to the undersigned at
his residence address him at Craighead P. o. or
apply to J. C. McAuley the premises.
r. B. HUNTER.
December f. 1860 3m-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Quin g Rhe matte Remedy

Has effected cures of ofRheumatsm that considered
hopeless certificates to prove which be exhibited.
The suffering invited to give the medicine trial.
Orders addressed the undersigned Charlotte vii
receive prompt attention. w. w. QUINN.
April 10, 1860. Price 81 so per bottle
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Volunteers in Merican War from sarehoding States
and Territories.
23,054

No volunteers were sent from Maine, N Hamr
shire, Vermont, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
North Carolina
MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY.

This Company, the oldest and most reliable in the
State, insures white persons for term of years or
during continuance of life moderate terms Slaves
insured for five years, for two-thrds of their
market value For insurance apply to
THOS. W. DEWEY, Agt,
Jan 8, 1861 ly at Branch Bank n. c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

Tin and Japanned Ware,
large assortment; Block Tin Block Zine, Tin Plate
Babbit metal, &C.
Stoves, the largest Stock, of all sizes, at
TAYLORS Hardware, Stove and
Tin Depot, opposite Mansion House
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

As Conductor some Railroad Train, or Agent at
some Depot, Mail Agent.
Testimonials of moral character Southern principles
ana cIOSe attention to business can be given
Address l.. A. HELMS.
Winchester, Union CO.. \. c.
Jan. 8. 1861. 3m-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
Charlotte q =. q. Railroad.

On and after the First day of October, THROUGH
EXPRESS FREIGHT TRAINS will run Daily between
ohariotte aEa Charleston without transshpment thus
enabling retghtS TO reach Charlotte in days less
from New York, and in one day from Charleston and
rice
ASOr THROUGH TICKETS will be sold from Char
lotte to Charleston at IS 30. aud to New York via
Charleston Steamers, at SO, rice rersa The mer-
chants and public invited to try this cheap and
expeditions route for freights and passengers
A. H MARTIN
Oct ,, 1860. If Gcnl Fit. and Ticket Agent
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19

Ludlow's Celebrated Self ealing
Cans, OF all the different sizes, at TAGLOE'e
IiardMare Store. opposte Mansion House.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-19
MARTIN, TANNAHHLL & CO.,
Successors to n. NJ. Martin, Bro. Co..
GrOcerS and Commission Merchants,
PETERSBURG, Va.
WALTER K. WI MARTTN & CO,
Successors to n. N. Martin, Son Co..
Commission Merchants,

Successors to n. NJ Martin, Son Co..
Commission Merchants,
RICHMOND, VA.
r. A. MARTIN, formerly of Granville county. n. G.
RoBr. TANNAHILL, formerly of Edgecombe county c.
WALTER X. MARTIN of Richmond, Va.
n. NJ. MARTIN do.
r. II. CUNNINGHAM, Jr. do
REFER TO c. F. Fisher Esq, Prest c Railroad
DR. w ] Hawkins, Pres't Raleigh Il CASTOR Railroad
Bridges, Pres't Branch Bank at Tarboro, c. Hon
Edwards, Warren county; James Bullock, Esq,
Granville county; Fisher cashier Exchange Bank,
Petersburg Va; Battle, Esq, Raleigh.
Consiguments of cotton tobacco wheat and corn re-
spectfully solicited, and which will have faithful per-
sonal attention. good supply of Groceries always
hand and for sale reasonable terms Orders for
goods promptly filled. Both concerns will adhere
strictly to selling produce commission. Neither
concern will buy on commission, speculation or other
wise the articles named above their business in
duce is confined exclusively to selling.
We respectfully call the attention of operatives and
planters Petersburg of the best cotton markets
in the South. The demand is good both from manu-
facturers and for direct shipment from City Point
to Europe.
Efforts being mode to ship cotton direct from
Charlotte to this point, for 50 per bale.
January %, 1861, 3m-pd
The weekly Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1860-1863, 1861-12-26
ELLA BELL,

Thou hast suffered ELLA BILL.
More than mortal tongue can tell;
Long debar'l from childish play,
Nursing 'ain'from day 70 day;
Fondest hopes have borne thee up,
Skillful hands have mixed the cup,
Yet weary months their cycles Gil,
Aud leave thee but a sufferer still.
Thou ali patient ELLA BELL,
So thy litle plsymaies tell;
WHIP We're wont to roam with thee,
Ger the mead in childish glec;
Flowers have bloomed and passed away
Birds have sung their farewell lay,
, Winirv oloads their sleet disull,
And thou, Alas art suffering sill.
Thou art hopeful, ELLA BELL,
God who orjere,h all things well,
Hath decresd DER earth's alloy,
For patient grief eternal joy;
For sutlersls here a sweet release,
FOi patient Woe eternal pae;
For earthly l,ss celestial ain.
Unmeashred bIi.s for hours Of pain.
Cousin SALLIE
Belmont county, Den. l6. 1861.
The weekly Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1860-1863, 1861-12-26
MARRIED.

By the Rev. G E F+lton, Dec. 12th,
1861, Mr.. Gro W. VERNON to Miss JEx.
ME SuoFF, or 'his city.
On Christina, day, BY the same, Mr.
V. B. MASSEY and Miss JENNIE RulrER,
toih ofthis city.
We wish the happy couple abundant
joy. Nav The future be as delightful to
them as tie bottle Of " inc was to US.
BY the same. on the 18th, Mr. JonN J !.
TowNsLEY TO Miss EsEpoRA BoRD, Ill Of
Pennsylvania:
By the same. on tie 18Th. Mr. SAMUEL
Hoogra 10 Miss - MARriN all of
lthis city, 5r Iry
On the 22d inst. BY Alfred McVeigh,
Esq, Mr. WILSON AyDELL to Miss ELLEN
I'oTPs.
BY yths sas.e, Mr. SAsrEL LIT 10 Miss
SUSAN TIBBs.
The weekly Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1860-1863, 1861-12-26
Cincinnati Market.

DtCeWOtT %.
CATTLE, SHEEP and HOGS The
supply Of beef cattle has been talr and the
dsmsnd good at full prices. We quite
common al 81 95@l 30; fair at 81 rs
@S2; good at So 25@2 81, and prime at
50 75a3 Extra cattle for slow beef
brought 81 10 SIS per GENITAL gross.
Sheep firm and in good demand at 81
50 10 3 50 per head. Ezra fat sold at
"a per cental gross.
The receipts OF logs have been large.
and tlle weather, in 'hp lore part Of the
week. nol belng favorable, prices declined
10 SO, but Friday Snd Saturday the
weather became cool and he receipts fell
of, and with an improved demand prices
advanced to 50 10 to 8 25, but yes
tcrddy, no,wi hslauding that the r.
ceipts were small, buyers. withdrew aud
the market closed very heavy st these
rates. and without spirit N"twithslaud-
inr the backwardness Of the season, the
,ece pts LOW ara ahrad OF lat season, np
to this daie about 10000 head, and it is
now quite probable the packing at this
poin, " i'll exceed half million heal,
The weekly Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1860-1863, 1861-12-26
Sl6iFulIsb Near Fortress MOnrOc--
Ftfe nG Yorktown. -

FoRrREs5@ MoEk5E. Dee. 23. via Bali.
more, Dec. 24.-The skifmish. yesterday
was a slight affair. Two companies d
the Twentieth New York started for New.
port News at o o'clock this morning and
prOceededdO New Market to look for a
man who had been lost in the woods on
the day before.
As we hear. while near the bridge.
they found themselves surrounded by re.
bel cavalry and infantry. numbering 400
men, hut succeeded in cutting their way
out without loss.
Reinforrements were sent for ~ Camp
Hamilton and the remainder Of the regi.
ment we're sent forwarI. The naval bri-
gsde, under command Of Col. Wsrdrop,
was also under arms, and proce ,ded as lar
as Hampton Bridge.
Six Of the Twentieth Regiment we're
slightly wounded. Twenty oft enemy
are known to have been killed and mum
Der wounded. IHl
Seven dead bodies were found this NOR
ming. One was that Of an officer, and
was taken 10 Newport News. lie wore
buttons letterrd A.; NJ. M.-perhsps The
Alabama Minute Men His name is sup.
posed to have been John Hawkins.
1t is reported thai whole company q
negroes were engaged. and two Of ouI men
are known to have been shot by them.
The Richmond prisoners are expected
here III day or Two.
The gunbost Young Rover, which Is
stationed at the month OF York river, re-
port an extensive conhagrsjion at York
town about week siuce.
The weekly Lancaster gazette. (Lancaster, Ohio) 1860-1863, 1861-12-26

CONCERT There will be Concert of
III Vocal Music given at the New City Hall
o. sou Monday evening, Dec. 3Oih, 1861.
The entertainment is for the benefit Of
rspMiss'KEARsY, who is every way deserv-
ing of the supper, and patronage Of the
ssiSg4nsrous citizens of our city. The frierds
~. by,wholn she viii lie assisted, Lope that
~ their efforts on her behalf will be no less
successful than wEea ex .ftei for our gal
: : liant Ohio sol iiers.
- MisssKEARNY has just commenced her
second tern of instruction in the English
- branches and also Music; those WHO have
- alres7y entrusted to ler tn il little ones,
a. can testify to her competency; and parents
desiring conscientious aid capable teach
er for their children, will do we'll 10 tn.
A @ courage her. She is also an accomplished
French scholar To the lovers oi music
Wa would say, attend the concert. and to
Ss, those parents who have the interest OF
their children at heart, entrust to Ter
~ your daughters. The LeneflwiIl be mu'
~ tual.