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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

HUMAN NATURE.--The n. G. Presbyterian
mentions the fact that has lost three subscribers
because of its course the vexed questions of the
day One discontinued because the Presbyterian
exhibited secession procvties, and two because it
leaned too much to the Union side. 1t is in ac-
cordance with the instincts of poor human nature
for some people to suppose that Editor ought to
publish just such paper will please them and
re-echo their particular sentiments. Now ad-
nit if editor was pauper and dependent on
few persons for his support, he might feel bound
to comply with their wishes regardless of his
feelings and sentiments or of those of all others
But we guess the Editors of the Presbyterian think
like every independent editor ought to think, that
when a man subscribes for paper he does so be-
cause he expects to get the worth of his money,
and is willing to allow the editor the same privilege
he claims for himself, of forming his own opinions
and conducting the paper in his own way.
But we can beat the Presbyterian in its exhibit !;
we have lost six subscribers-two because We were
disunionist, and four because we were not dis
unonist.. This has been the extent of our ioss
notwithstanding the systematic efforts of some
friends (?) to induce disturbances. Though
we have to say (and We hope We say 1t with becom-
inc meekness) that we have more subscribers to-
day than we have ever had since have been
publishing a paper. And We say further, that
if any of present subscribers do not think they
get the worth of their money they are at liberty to
quit and if the time for which they have paid has
hot expired, We will refund on application at this
office. We do not object to any man differing with
or expressing the opinion that we are wrong
would we be offended at any one for offering
us advice, Eve should feel more gratihed than
otherwise)-but we want it distinctly understood
that We expect to conduct this paper as we think
proper, whether the subscription list decreases or
increases and if any of subscribers are unwiil-
ing to concede US that privilege, the sooner they
withdraw the better. The people have no office
within their gift that we want, and We have no
desire to shape our course for mere popularity. Of
three things we can boast-we have never been
the tool of clique of ofice-holdlng OF othee-
seeking men, we never wilfuly deceived our sub
scribcrs and never asked fayors or begged patron
age ofany one.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

The firm of NJ. W. Robson CO., was this day
dissolved by its own limitation The Books, Notes and
accounts will be paid S. NJ Blair who is authorized
to settle the same. NJ w. Robson,
January |, 1851 s. N. BLAIR
All those indebted to the said frm will pay up i'm
mediately. We must have money. S. NJ. BLAIR.
Feb IL, 1861 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

CHARLOTTE, N. O.,
Would inform the public generally and the citizens of
Mecklenburg particularly, that he has resumed the
Practice of DENTISTRY and may be found his old
stand He is prepared TO set Artificial Teeth Gold,
Silver, Vulcanite, the Cheoplastc process, as
patients may desire, and fill Teeth with Cold Tin,
Amalgam Os Artificial.
He is also prepared to perform any operation belong
ing Dentistry and need not that he will be pleas
ed to wait upon any of his old friends friends
you may take that for granted.
February 5, 1861 3m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

About $50 bales of Cotton sold last week-pri-
ces ranging from to 10 -market firm.
New Bacon, hog round, ll2 cents Corn 80 to IS
cents-scarce. Oats As to 5o-in demand. Flour So so
to So IS per sackit is very Wheat 81 80 to
S. 40 for White, and 81 25 to 81 35 for Red.
The market is poorly supplied with produce Of all
kinds. The supply is not equal to the demand.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
THE NEWS.

Important news from the Montgomery Conven-
ton will be found in another column Jefferson
Davis of Mississippi, has been elected President
of the Southern Confederacy, and Alexander II.
Stephens of Georgia, Vice President. We are
highly pleased with these elections.
1t is stated that Gov. Brown of Georgia, has
seized five New York vessels in the port of Savan-
nah in retaliation for the seizure by the n. York
authorities of arms intended for Georgia. This
may cause serious difficulty.
The Texas Convention has passed secession
ordinance by vote of 100 to 7. 1t is to be sub
mitted to the people On the 23d inst for ratifca-
ton or rejection
The New York Legislature has elected Ira Har-
riss to tie Z. S. Senate in the place of Mr. Seward.
Seward was not candidate-he is to be Mr. Lin
coins Secretary of State.
Mr. Black of Penn, Ga member of Mr. Buchanan
cabinet has been appointed U. S. Supreme Court
Judge in place of Judge Daniel, decd.
Mr. Vaandigham of Ohio, has offered resolu-
ton in Congress to, divide the Union into four
sections, so that votes in Congress on important
questions might be taken by sections
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

"Convention" and "No ConUenton' Boz:
Normeuts Store-George Cathey, P, Samuel
Lawing Thos Johnston
Deweese's-E Sloan P, NJ Caldwell, Thos E
Potts.
Long Creek-R Monteith, J P, James H Kerns A
Davidson.
Hs-S W Caldwell, J P, McWhor:er, Andrew
Parks.
Steel Creek-Thomas Grer P, John S Nicely A
Erwin.
Harts-A Flow, ] P, R King, White
Charlotte-J Sample Davis, P, NJ Orr, JnoWo fe.
P,ovidence-W Matthews, P, w L Manson, J n
Ross.
Rea's-Lorenzo Hunter, P, Reid, Samuel A
Boyce.
neutrality-suspicious. McCombs, J P, John Kirk sr, G
McGinnis.
W. W. GRIER, Sheriff.
February H. 1861 I'd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Arkansas IN the Field.

Fort SMITH, FEBRUARY The Arkansas State
troops took possession of the United States arsenal
at Little Rock, on Saturday night last.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

TIE IsRAELITEs OF SOUTH CARoLINA-The
Israelites of South Carolina are amongst the most
faithful and patriotic of the people of South Caro-
lima On every occasion Of difficulty and danger,
tthey have exhibited devotion to the State worthy
their we'll characteristics of hatred of OPP
preston, and dauntless spirit to resist it. With
an equal right to enter into all the offices of our
Government, they have shown themselves compe-
tent to fill the highest. In the Senate of the Uni
ted States, they furnished two Senators, and both
of these Senators were from the South, and both
of them have been foremost in vindicating the
rights, interests and liberties of the South. Mr.
Benjamin and Mr. Yulee are worthy to sit in any
assembly of statesmen in the world.-Cha 1Her.
The above reminds US OF the Bill now before the
General Assembly of North Carolina to repeal the
clause in the Constitution which prohibits Jew
from holding office in this State. The prohibition
should certainly be stricken out by the present
sion of the Legislature. 1t is an odious, unfair
and unnecessary restriction.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

Hss~ We return thanks to the Clerk of the
House. Edward Cautwell, Esq, for copy of the
Revenue bill and other legislative documents.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

nS All persons indebted to the said estate IRE re-
euested forward and make payment, ami those
having claims against said estate must present hem In
the time required by law this notice viii be readed
in bar of their recovery. L. A. WATT, Adnr
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Negroes for Sale

will sell public auction in the of Charlotte
on the first day of March, TWELVE NEGROES the
property of D. A Williamson, decd credit of six
months with interest from date.
JAMES ]. MAXWELL, Adm'r.
February u, 1861 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

SALE OF PROPERTY.-On Thursday last the
sale of portion of the property of Matthew A.
Edwards took place in this county. We learn
that negro girl, ID years old, brought s94O; an
other girl, years, $780, two boys, about 8 years
old, 5000 and $3.50 each The plantation, con-
tanning about 373 acres of land, sold at 50 % per
acre. All the property was sold on months
credit with interest
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

THE MECKLENBURG CANDIDATEs.-It will be by
the proceedings in another column, that county
venon of those in favor of the immediate secession of
North Carolina, have nominated Hon. j. w. Osborne
and VIM. Johnston, Esq. candidates for the State
Convention. 1t will be seen that they are yedcd
90 for secession, without reservations of any kind
Until recently both gentlemen what might be cal
led strongly conservative" We knoc Mr. John. ION
was, and think Mr. Osborne was also.
We DO intend that any shall be left in doubt
position, and therefore say now that we
shall either of the above named gentlemen.
We suppose this will ALLEVIATE and offend
many Of former friends We shall regret that,
though cannot help it, for had rather be honest
and candid than retain their friendship be what
seems be the popular side in this community. We
occupy the position which occupied the
commencement of the difficulties viz: that unless the
Black Republican party were willing to agree to an
honorable adjustment and make proper concessions,
North Carolina ought to secede and say now that
unless the aspect of affairs changed between now
and the meeting of the Convention think Il seces-
sion ordinance should be passed But no one knows
what may occur between now and the meeting of the
Convention, "a month hence, and therefore
willing vote for candidates pledged a particular
course of action in advance.
Messrs. Johnston and Osborne gentlemen of de-
cded ability, and would doubt make creable rep
restHIailNtS we nave always Claimed tnem DUtn as
frends-one political friend-but we must say that
do not like the position in which they have placed
themselves by their published in another
At present there is in the field that would
vote for with present understanding of their posi-
tons. Therefore do not expect take active
part in the canvass unless something which
quires to justify course then shall defend
our position and alude to the manner in which the
county convention gotten up and conducted. We
desire to take active part against Messrs Osborne
and Johnston, and shall not do unless crcumstan-
force it upon At the same time think cam
dor and fair dealing required that should inform
readers that did not intend support them.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

Bag~ We return thanks to Mr. Barnes conductor
the Char. S. G. Railroad, for copy of the
Columbia Carolinian in advance of the mails and
to the editor of the Carolnian for furnishing it so
as to enable us to get it on Monday morning. From
the CarOnian we gather all the southern news.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
NOTICE.

Having taken out Letters of Administration on the
estate of j. B. Watt deceased will sell at pubic auc-
ton on Wednesday the 9th inst at the late residence
of said deceased two Mules, 20 head of logs,
quantity of Corn and Fodder Is bales Cottd, one
Carriage one Buggy, road Wagon, Household and
Kitchen Furniture, &c. Also, valuable Library.
Terms made known on day of SALE
LOUISA 4. WATT
February H. 1861 st Administrators.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

SHIPMENT OF Corrosive learn that arrange
ments have been made with the various Railroad
Companies by which bale of cotton, 400 lbs in
weight, can be sent to Petersburg, Va, for So.
The house of Martin, Tannahill, & Co., Peters
burg, have succeeded in perfecting this arrange
ment. See their card in this paper.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

BSg~ We invite attention to the Essay on the
culture of Clover published on outside to-day.
1t was read before the Mecklerburg Agricultural
Society, at the last annual Fair by the President
A B. Davidson, Esq. Mr. Davidson is a practical
farmer, and of the largest and most successful
in the State. His intelligence and long expert
ence makes his advice valuable and interesting
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

THE LEGIsLATURE-Th Senate has passed
the bill to aid the completion of the VIII, Char. 4
Ruth. Railroad. 1t grants the Company $1,000
600 in State bonds-the State to have lein on
the Road as security. A bill to aid the Fayette-
VILE Coal Fields Railroad has also passed the Sen
ate.
The Senate has also passed Stay Law, or bill
said to be for the relief of the people. We do not
know what its provisions are, but it was opposed
on the ground that 1t would prove more injurious
than beneficial to the poor man. THE Whining
ton Journal says that the rumor of the passage of
such law has injured the credit of some of the
citizens of that place.
The Danville Connection BILL or something nearly
similar to it, and the Military bill have passed the
House. The House has amended the Revenue bill so as
TO tax State Bonds. bill has passed the Senate re-
moving the restrictions on the Western n. c. Road
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

another speech in the U. S. Senate the other day.
We have only seen telegraphic report, in which
it is stated that Mr. Clingman, while arguing for
the rights of the South and for the right of seces-
sion, said he was willing to take Mr. Crittenden's
propositions as a settlement of difficulties.
Suppose Mr. Crittenden's compromise, or some
thing better, rendered to the South by the
Republicans and such southern men as Clngman
were to agree to it a settlement, what would be
the action of delegates elected to the North Caro-
lima Convention pledged to go for secession? 1t
seems to us that a man elected under a pledge to
go for secession without any reservation would be
bound do SO without regard to any sort Of conces-
sions that might be made by the Republican party.
Therefore think it improper for any man to
pledge himself to a certain course in advance, with
out knowing what occurrences may take place be-
tween now and the meeting of the Convention
He might say that under present circumstances he
would 90 for secession, but he should be left un-
trammeled by pledges-if the people have conf
dence enough in him to elect him delegate, they
should have confidence enough to trust him to do
what is right at the time Of the meeting of the
Convention.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

DEMAND REFUsED.-In reply to the demand
Of Mr. Hayne, the S. G. Commissioner, for the
surrender sale of Fort Sumter to the State of
South Carolina, the President refuses compliance,
because he says he has authority to do so.
After arguing to show that he has no right to
transfer the public property, and asserting that the
Fort is not held BY the Government with any
hostile intentions on South Carolina, he concludes
his reply thus: If, with all the multiplied proofs
which exist of the Presidents anxiety for peace,
and Of the earnestness with which he has pursued
it, the authorities Of South Carolina shall assault
Fort Sumter, and peril the lives of the handful of
brave and loyal men shut up within its walls and
thus plunge our common country into the horrors
of civil war, then, upon Them and those they rep
resent, mnst rest the responsibility"
After Mr. Hayne received the reply of the
President it is reported he sent the following dis
patch to Gov. Pickens:
WASHINGTON, Feb. The Presidents reply,
through Holt, is not only fat refusal, but is in
sultng in its tone. My mission would shame
and disgrace the State if Sumter is held one mo-
ment longer than necessity compels submission on
your part.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
DISSOLUTION.

February II, 1861
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

ALABAMA.-A bill appropriating 100000 for
the cause of the Southern Confederacy has passed
both Houses of the State Legislature.
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ORDER OF PUBLICATION.

In the District Court ofthe Second Judicial Dis
fricf of the State Of Kansas, sitting pifhin and
for the County Of Donibhan, for the trial Of
causes arising under the lars Of said State.
R. N. Miller, Orville Miller, Charles R. Nance,
Partners under the name and style of r. N
Miller & Co., Plaintiffs, rs. Samuel Erwin,
Defendant.
TNHE plaintiffs, by Albert Perry, their Attor.
l. ney, filed their affidavit in this action, that
the said defendant is nonresident of the State
o! Kansas, and that service of summons cannot
be made upon him: it is therefore ordered by
the Clerk of said Court, in vacation, that the
said defendant, Samuel Erwin, be notified, by
publication being made in the White Cloud
Chief, a weekly newspaper published in the
County of Doniphan, and State of Kansas, dur
ing six successive weeks, of the tendency OF
this suit, the object Of which is to obtain Judg-
ment against said defendant, Samuel Erwin, on
a note, for the sum of Two Hundred and Ten
Dollars, (S2l0,) with interest from the 18th
day of August, 1860, at the rate of ten per cent.
per annum; and that unless he plead, answer
or demur to the plaintiffs petition against him
filed in said Court, on or before the twenty fifth
day of July, A. d. 1861, such petition will be
taken as true and confessed, and judgment rem
dered accordingly.
In testimony whereof, have hereunto set
nv hand and affixed the seal of said Court, at
my Office, in the city Of Troy, this 24th day OF
HENRY BoDER, Jn., Clerk.
May 30, ls6l-6w. Printers fee, sl4.
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Scrofula, or Kings Evil,

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Attorney and Counsellor at Law,

CENTRALIA, NEMAHA CO., KANSAS,
WILL practice in the Courts of Nenaha
w and adjoining Counties. Particular at
tention paid to collecting in all parts Of the
country. Lands entered, vacant lands shown,
taxes paid for non-residents, etc. Large tracts
of land for sale.
BY Permission, Refers to
Hon. Judge Dixon, Chief Justice Supreme
Court of Wisconsin.
E. S. Smith, Esq, Collecting Agent, Chica-
90, Ill.
A. Beattie L Co., st. Joseph. Me.
Hon. J. N. Willard, Troy, N. Y.
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DR.. M'LANE'S
Celebrated American
Worm SPECIFIC.
VERMIFUGE.
SYMPTOMS OF WORMS.

THE countenance is pale and leaden-
colored, with occasional Pushes, or cir
eumscribed spot on one or both checks; the
eyes become dull; the pupils dilate; an
azure semicircle runs along the lower eye
lid; the nose is irritated, swelis, and some
times bleeds; a swelling of the upper lip;
occasional headache. with humming or
throbbing of the ears; an unusual secretion
of saliva; Shiny or furred tongue; breath
very foul, particularly in the morning; aP-
petite variable, sometimes voracious, with 4
knawing sensation of the stomach, at Others,
entirely gone; Accting pains in the stomach;
occasional nausea and vomiting; violent
pains throughout the abdomen; bowels If
regular, at times costive; stools Shiny; not
unfrequcntly tinged with blood; belly swol-
len and hard; urine turbid; respiration oc
casionally difficult, and accompanied by
hiccough; cough sometimes dry and convul
sivs; uneasy and disturbed sleep, with
grinding of the teeth; temper variable, but
generally irritable, SC
Whenever the above symptoms are
foupd m eyisf