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Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22
Meeting of Union Delegates.

At an informal meeting held at the Orleans
IIo'el, in Sacramento city. on the 18th day OF
June. SGl, composed of the delegates elected
from various counties to attend the Union
Convention Of this date, and of divers citizen,
from other counties, David Johson of san
Francisco, was elected Chairman, and L. :.
Taylor, of Sacramento, Secretary; where
upon, She following resolutions were offered
and unanimously adopted:
RESOLVED That inasmuch as tue proplc of d.
vers counties of this State have. in Uuion Clubs
and County Conventions, designated the 10th day
of july, lSGl as suitable day for the holding Of
a State Union Convention irrespective Of party,
now, therefore, it is
RESOLVED, That this Convention do adjourn to
meet on the 10th day Of July, 1861, at the hour
Of one clock p. NJ, at the city of SACRAMENTO.
RESOLVED. That George Barstow, r. b Monks
and f ii. Waterman, Of San Francisco. and /.
w. Underwood aud l.. s. Taylor, of Sacramento,
be appointed Corresponding Committee 10 Sc.
cure concert CT action among the Onion men OF
the State.
RESOLVED, That all persons, tpective of par
ty, who, ike Secretary Seward and Senator Doug
las, have the courage to proclaim "Vhat they Will
sink party for country" are earnestly requested
to select delegates to attend the said Convention
on the 10Th day Of July next in accordance with
the original apportionment, which is as follows
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22

WHY is Prince Albert very prudent man
Because he lays5y a sovereign whenever op'
portunity offers
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22
r. ERNEST,
Ladies and Gentlemens Hair Dresser

dO1 Second stree near c, Marnsvill"0
pESPECrFULLY informs ths public IN seherti'
III hat for the acconm d ltinn OF eve'ypouy ~
has reduced the prices of Hair Cutting and enampoo
ing as follows:
llar Cutting g.................. ..'''c2 c.s'
S1ampooing. .'''''.%00N'
iune11
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22
For Sale.

STEVENS PATENT hay PRESSES, made with
- improvements for 1861 HAWLtN w.,
,unel3 Corner Of L and First streets
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22

The President AT CHURcH.-" Burleigh -
the Washington correspondent Of the Boston
journal, gives the following:
President Lincoln has this week taken a
pew in the New York Avenue PRESBYTERIAN
Church. Rev. Dr. Gurley is the pastor, and
is of the Old School denomination. Lincoln
has attended various churches in the city.
and has at length settled here The house is
new and elegant 1t was the church of Bu-
chanan, and the pew now taken is the one
occupied hy General Cass. The church l..
quite distinguished one Secretary Came
ron, Attorney General Bates, Professor Hem
ry, General Mansfield Major Mngruder. and
most of the prominent men of the new Gov
eminent have sitting here The lot on which
this church stands has quite history. 1t
held the Ola Second Presbyterian Church
1t WAS General Jnckson's old church, and one
he shook to pieces almost. on account of
the Mrs Enton scandal John Quincy Ad-
ans worshipped and held pew in it at the
time of his death, 1t mnin.ained a sicky
existence for some years. when the f street
church sold their house to Willard, for
hotel. and united with the Second Church
and formed the New York Avenue Church,
and on the lot now stands one Of the most
elegant houses of worship in the Capital
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22
Bowman's Liniment

Is very unlike the flthy compounds of grease and Tar
so much in use which only hesmeAr the surface and
aggravates the disease. Being penetrating as vel
as CLEAN preparation, 1t is alike beneficial to man
and beast, and the hest art Gle IN use for
RHEUMATISM. sPRATNS. BRUISES, SWEENEY
SORE THROAT. STRAINS, SWEEN1,
CALLS, SPAWN, POLL EVIL, sc.
Prepared and scld by
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22
INTERESTING ANNOUNCEMENTS. The Chi

INTERESTING ANNouNCEMENTs The Chi
cago Tribune says;
Gen. Scott has declared to Senator Trum-
bull. s Colfax, and others, within week,
that the rebellion would be crushed inside Of
eleven months from the day the rebel flag
was hoisted over Fort Sumter. He eXpe, Is
to have the rebels whipped into obed pucc to
the Constitution and the laws, before the first
year OF Lincons term expires. What Gen.
Scott promises he rarely fails to perform.
The Western army is expected to be in
possession Of Memphis in July, perhaps in
time to celebrate the glorious Fourth The
/ Eastern army will bc in Richmond bv the
Fourth Of july. The rebellion in Virginia
and Tennessee will have its back broken. and
perhaps brains knocked ont before dog
/ days" The work Of pnrificaton in these
States will lie completed before the froste ot
autumn, at which time the two grand armies
will commence to move southward, driving
the Insurgents before them.
General Scott has hinte1 that the Sth of
January would he celebrated in New Orleans
10y the Grand Army Of the United States. but
gives himself six weeks lee way-fxing the
22d Of February, Wnshington's birthday, as
the period set for unfur!ing the stars and
stripes to the breeze in that city.
Tee PERELs or AFRICAN THAvIL--Of the
Journey back have but IA dim and fcver-h
recollection. remember that my feet gor
worse instead of better; that when the
wretched shoes were beyond even tying to-
geher with vines, | cast them away aud
handaged my feet with what remained of
my shirt. That on the second and third day
Of our journey we had not even little bird
to eat. but plunged forward in stupid apa-
thy of hunger and pain. That on the fourth
morning one of the men espied t. gorilla,
which came roaring towards us, heating his
vast chest and waldling up to 5he attack
| with such horrid utterances aud soul-treezing
aspect eyes glnring, and the monslrous face
distorted with impotent rage, that fer once,
waking out of my dreamy stupor, and seeing
this image of the devil coming towards us, |
would have run if my feet had borne me. !
remember that, when my gun-carrier shot
the huge beast, the men rushed upon it, and
tore rather than cut up it up, to sliile with
its loathsome flesh the hunger which was
gnuwng at their vitals -DN NaiHH.
KNIGHTS or YuE GoLDEN CGCLE.--ln this
.,,,Il, ia,
Daily national Democrat., 1861-06-22

260 street, topposite Plaza), Sacramento
And by c. p. POLLARD, Agent DsL'
next 10 the Western House, Marysvtue. ma emis
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
For lie Ke.trrn Democrat.

QUERY. ---Do those persons who appear to be 90
mach exercised know whether Capt Owens is going
rejon the ermy, and who oppose his reelection a.
Mayor Of Charlotte because they say he does intend
doing So have any disposition to join the army them
selves? IF they unwilling not ready to join the
ranks of those who fighting and suffering in de-
they certainly should seek defeat Capt Owens -
Mayor because he is ready TO devote part of his time to
his countfy's do hope viii vote against
Capt Owens, and thus aid to defeat him. because BIO
might be temporarily absent in the army. He was
elected Mayor last January, and made prompt officer
and discharged his duties faithfully until the OF
the South (Which hope is cherished by all our citi
xensl needed his services, then he left and served
through srduous campaign where disease and DEATH
toll and suffering prevailed. Let the citizes CT Char
a,te endorse such patriotic conduct and reelect Mr.
Owens II is we'll known to the observing citizens OF
Charlotte that irresponsible clique governed the
town for years past and that the names of some
good and truSy run as commissioners TO en-
able said clique get control Last January the peo
pie turned the clique and elected Board, who
have managed the financial affairs Of the town in an
economical and business-like manner, paying 00o
and OF old debts and still having balance in the
Treasury. But the said clique kre thirsty for power
again. and in order She present Board the
Immortal clique are again using the names Of some
first citizens for Commiss Sners. Ny humble opn-
ion is, the present Board shotld be re elected.
know, Mr. Editor, that you have always refused to
take any part in municipal elections, but if you will
publish this communication you will oblige one who
did not vote for the present Board and benefit many
TAXPAYERS.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

EXECUTORS SALE.

1 will sell at the plantation of DR. b. R. Dunlap
deceased, about miles sCdth of Charlotte, Monday
the 9Th of January next he following property, viz
horses; mules; IL or'l4 head of cattle, among them
several good mich cows; q head of pork hogs
being fattened for bacon; or breeding sows;
eighteen twenty nogs in range; 500 500 bushels
corn; stacks fodder stacks hay; shucks and other
provender; four horse wagon and gear; one two
horse carriage and harness, nearly new; black
smiths tools; several plows and Other farming TOOLS
one thr.shing machine and gearing; wheat FAM
strawcutter and shelter. Also IS or acres
growing crops of wheat and oats together with 9th
property. Terms made known day of sale.
SANL. J. LOWRIE Ex'r of
Dec, II, 1861 st. D. r. Dunlap, decd
Ee@I will Rent the Court House, on the LIST Janu-
AIRY, the Plantation lately belonging to said deceased
lying about ten miles northwest of Charlotte the
Beatte's Ford road for the ensuing year. The Plan
tation is in good repar-about one hundred acres of
good land for cultivation. There is a small but COM
Portable house the premises
SAML J. LOWRIE.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
Headquarters N. C. Militia,
ADJUTANT GENERALS OF

GENERAL ORDER No 3. Raleigh. Dee 7, 1861. }
The following persons will be exempt from Company
drills, except in three months: All workmen in
any Factory engaged in working for the State, max
ing lead powder, in ship building for the
State Confederate States, the necessary employees
of Telegraph Express lines, Daily Press. Ferry
men and keepers of Canal Locks, State officers and
other persons whose employment in the service of the
State is Inconsistent with their attendance Militia
drill, and persons excused under the Militia Law
This order will not be understood excusing any
person from Militia duty when called upon repel
invasion, suppress instruction, f ON Regimen
tai or Brigade drills and musters BY order of the
Commander in chief. J. q. MARTIN,
Dec. II. Adjutant General
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
For the Western Democrat
TO THE CITIZENS OF CHARLOTTE.
4CHARLorTH December 18th.

Ny name has been announced in the different papers
of the Town as candidate for Mayor. This Is an
honor unsolicited by being the act of my friends
do not feel at liberty declne and while the con-
dtion of the country permits to remain AZ home,
in which born and raised and where all my Inc
lie Should my services be again needed abroad
defence of Confederacy feel that in responding
this call to strike for homes and our indepen-
dence, would be doing my fellow citizens would
approve, and feel convinced that the Commissioners
would fill my post accepably during the time that duty
calls me to the field. W. A. OWENS. y
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
For the Western Democrat.
CAMP MANGCM, near Raleigh. Dec. 1

CAMP MANGCM, near Raleigh, Dec. 13 1851
Mrs. Harriet Alexander, Pres't Paw Creek S. A. Society,"
My Dear Madame desire to express, in behalf of my
company, the highest obligation your Society (of which
You its worthy President and to Miss Cah its Sec
rotary for renewed kindness and consideration in the
cepon of box containing Blankets, Shirts. Socks and
Gloves.
To the benevolent women and especially to the patri
otto women of Old Meckenburg, will the State and the
of the South be advanced and its institutions main
taned for the Soldier asks higher reward Gas there
be impartial udge) than the approving smiles of
the fair and lovely women of our land
Yours most respectfully, w. R. MYERS,
Capt. Co G, 34th Reg. n c. v.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
NOTICE.

The Confederate Tax Lists for this county are now
in hands for the inspection OF any persons desiring
the amount assessed his property; and
if saiifed be shown why the shall
not remain reported by the Assessor.
And all persons who have failed to list their property
can, by giving satisfactory to me- in the next
twenty days, have their property listed. Thoss failing
to avail themselves of this opportunity will be in every
instance charged with a double tax.
/ will attend at the Courthouse Mondays and
Saturdays of each week until the 18th ns hear and
determine all complaints receive returns
WM. MAXWELL,
Tax Collector of MeckenburR Co.
Dec 10, 1851 3w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
$50 REWARD,

/ Will pay the above reward to any person no will
apprehend and deliver to my boy SAN, canfiue
him in some Jail so that can get him. Said bey
away about the 4th Of December instant. lie may
deaYor to get to the neighborhnod of Philadelphia
church in this county, he has religious there
or he may go to Ashe county, AS bought him of Ste
phen n. Wilson, who lives in that couaty. Sam had
when he left brown linsey and black wool hat;
has scar his forehead, and is about twenty lone
years old. Said boy escaped from the Railroad near
Columbia c. and may be lurking somewhere down
there. JOHN WOLFE.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

THE y. c. CAVALRY AND THE LATE SKIRMIsH.-We
find in the Petersburg Express letter from the Adu-
tant, 1t. Henry, of the LIST N. c. Cavalry Regiment
written for the purpose Of correcting
heretofore published about the skrmish between a
portion of that Regiment and the enemy. The letter
commences by saying:
ga detachment of our Regiment consisting of 100
men, commanded by Col R. i'll person, and accompa MED
by Maj Gordon, DR.. OEIagan, Capts. Whitaker, Wood
and Folk Lieuts. Shaw Andrews Bryan, Rowe, Gaines
Ellis and myself and afterwards added the list
the two companies picket duty, and Capts Crump-
Ter and Barrnger, and Lieuenants Cowlcs, Grcr and
Foard'
The letter then goes to give account of the
fight pretty much the same published last week
stating that the enemy behaved ardly that
hard matter to get chance at them. Our
killed one of the enemy, captured 81 prisoners Is
horses, equippage &c. without suffering any loss
except one horse which got loose and to the
enemy. A few wounded slightly by their
horses falling. Capt Barringers and Capt Crumpers
companies were held a
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
For the Hestern Democrat.

The following is list of donations in cash, given
by citizens of Mecklenburg county for the benefit of
Point: VIM Patterson ten dollars, Jas White fifty
dollars, DR. W Davidson fifty, Capt VIM Myers
twenty-five, A Caldwell twenty-five, Col w Alex
ander twenty-five, DIR Wilson twenty-five W G Potts
twenty five, Saml Black twenty, Sam Hager fifteen,
Mrs Margaret Davidson ten, Brown ten, John
Parks ten, Gillespie ten, H A Cathey ten, w
Withers ten, Ezekiel Alexander nine, Henderson
eight, D McAuley seven, Rev Ransom FIVE, Alfred
Worsham three, Rev W Cotton three, T Potts five,
Parks five, Holbrooks two, R Hunter FIVE,
S Potts fve Osborne three, " Black two, r
Beard one, Robt White two, John Patterson two,
Rogers one Potts two, Jas Brown one,
Caldwell FIVE Jas Henderson one--Total S2o7.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

In this county, the 4th inst, By VIM. Means, ESQ.,
Mr Thomas McGinn TO Miss Amelia Leadwell
In Milton, on the Sd instant, Hon. George Howard,
Superior Court Judge of North Carolna to Miss Anna
Stamps, eldest daughter of DR. VIM Stamps.
In URion county. the eleventh instant, by S. a.
Parker, Esq, Mr. J. 7. Hasy of Anson, to Miss Eliza
Brown of Union.
In Greensboro, on the 4th inst, Mr. S Dodson to
Miss Dougherty
In Iredell county, the 26th ult Mr. John L Brown
TO Miss Mary Rickert. Also, the 9Th inst, Mr. r
Poston Mrs Ellen A Ball.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

Charlotte Market, Die. 16, 1861.
Flour 50 so to So 81 per sack--a decline since the
the FIRST of last week.
Wheat 81 40 to 81 so per bushel. The market has
pretty good supply.
Corn IS to so cents per buShel, and the supply 10
fair, though the demand is good. Neal so ctuta
Peas IS; Oats 40 to So
About rs bales OF Cotton were sold last week At
prices ranging from 81 to u. Market firm
No Bacon Offering Lard II to 20 cts.
Pork 10 cents chickens l23; Eggs IL to IS.
n. o. Sugar 10 to Is; N. 0. Molagses GO TO 10.
Nackerel, No. 2, $lI per half barrel-scarce.
Whisky 81 % per gallon.
There s salt in market that we have heard Of
The last was sold last week at Sl4 per sack
Trade was quite brisk last week. and everything TO
eat commanded ready sale.
COLUMBIA, Dec l4.-Cotton to II extremeE-333
bales sold during the week Flour 80 70 TO So 90;
Corn 80 to IS; Peas 3d. Oats so; Hay 50 per tun.
NEW YORK, Dec. l3.-Cotton is firm. with sales Of
1900 bales. Middlug upands is quoted at 81 3lAe.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
NOTICE.

Treasurers Office A., 7. O. Railroad
Charlotte, Dec. l2th.
The Sixth instalIment of the Capital Stock of the
Atlantic, Tenn. o. Railroad Company, subscribed in
the town of Statewide, is due the 1lh of January
The Eighth installment of the stock subscribed at
Mount Hourne, Irede county, and the Ninth INSTALL
neat Of all stock subscribed in Meekenburg county, 10
due and payable the AID of January.
If the stockholders desire the work continue they
pay their stock promptly: as the Treasurer
must have money.
e5-5t1 NJ L. WINSTON, Treasurer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
WATCHES, JEWELRY. &c.

The subscriber respectfully the public
that he has purchased the entire stock of Watches
Jewelry, Clocks, Silver and Plated Wares, Walking
Canes, Fancy Goods, &c. that belong to j. &. Wikin-
son Co. which is now offered to the public low for
cash only.
Particular attention given to Repairing Watches and
Jewelry. j. G. WILKINSON.
Dec II, 1851 81
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
READ THIS.
The Soldiers Relief.

Having closed business in the town of Charlotte,
hereby give you due notice that your Notes and Ac-
counts for 1861 ready for settlement shall ex-
pect all persons Except the soldier in the army to
come forward Immediately and pay up, / am com.
PEELED to have money suffer. Any that will
keep money in his pocket when is justly due his fell
low is doing injustice to himself and his country,
therefore ask you come forward aud pay up. The
that would take advantage Of the present stay law
mi ht want credit again
Dec 10, 1885. I'm WIN. TRELOAR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

" Tax RIGnT NAN THE RIGur PLAcE"-Among
the appointments of the North Carolina Conference
(Which publish in another column it will be seen
that the Rev. c. P. Jones has been appointed Ports
mouth, Ocracoke and Cape Hatteras Mr. Jones has
command of Artillery Company, and inasmuch as
part of his territory is in possession Of the Lncolntes
is to be presumed that he will the Gospel in
uection with powder and lead. The latter will GER
tanly have the most effect the souls Of the
Yankees
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
Examination Of Teachers.

The Examining Committee for Meckenburg county
will meet the Superintendent office in the Court
House, the fourth Saturday in this month (being
the 2ah day. for the purpose of inquirng into the
qualifications of those who may desire teach Com
mon Schools. J. P. ROSS,
E. N. HUTCHINSON,
December 18th. It u. d. JOHNSTON
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
gSSOEETEON.

The coPartnership that heretofore existed under the
name of J. G. WILKINSON CO.. dissolved by
mutual consent the 18th inst. All those who are
indebted to the said firm will please call the
of j. G. Wilkinson and settle up and all having claims
against the firm will present them for settlement.
J. G. WILKINSON
Dec u, 1861 st THOS. TROTTER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
Stolen. Stolen.

Stolen from the side of my door Saturday night,
18th inst, between and clock Gilt Frame Show
Case of Snuff and Tobacco samples. The Case is %
"a inches, and has in it samples of Loriiards Snuff
and Tobacco. The labels either the Bottles Pa
pers can be identified will give reward of SIS TO
any that will detect the thief. J. D. PALMER.
December II. 1861. -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
PAY YOUR TAXES.

All persons owing taxes hereby notified 10
pay up before the LIST of January. ! must have the
money settle off the Poor and School Fund but will
not be able to do without you pay me. hope you
will not force to borrow money and pay your
for you 1t is but small amount to each one and
you easily raise it.
W. W. GRIER, Sheriff.
Dec 10 1861 II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

Mason SLIDELL.-The Norfolk Day Book says
that learns from gentleman just from Boston, who
visited Mason aid Sdel that they express the convc
ton that England will admit the legitimacy
of their arrest, but would demand the amplest repara
ton for the insult offered to her flag. Mason and Sill
dels papers preserved from the enemy, and have
gone to England.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
st. Mary's School, Raleigh, N. C.

Right Rev. Thos Atkinson, D. D., Visitor.
Rev. Albert Smedes, D. D., Rector.
The next Term of this SCHOOL will open January
9th, 1862
For circular containing full particulars, apply to
the Rector.
Raleigh, n. c., Dec. ~.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

In this county, on the 2G:h ult Mr. John H McCord,
aged 48 years.
On the Mississippi River, 60 miles above Memphis
Mr. Thos Mckay. He was a native of 1redell county,
\ G, and removed to Arkansas about 3 years ago.
In Yorkville. the LIST inst, DR.. William Moore,
aged 10 years. AT Rock HILL York District Mr John
Aycock aged 40 years,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

Da-A merchant of this place (who has not been
dealing in salt ordered n few sacks of Salt from
Charleston for farmers in the neghborhood. He had
to pay Sl2 per sack, besides freight
$50 bags of Coffee sold in Savannah week
before last SO to 81 cents per pound.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
AXES! AXES!

Any person having OLD AXES which can be work
ed over will find sale for them at this department.
The must be delivered to SYLVESTER SMITH,
ESQ., who will give receipts for them which receipts
will be cashed presentation at this office.
J. DEYERECX, Quartermaster.
December 18th. Raleigh, n. &.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17
FOR SHERIFF.

We are authorized TO announce A. l. HOOD as
candidate for the office of Sheriff of Meckleubure
county, at the next August election.
Dec 10, 1861 te-pd.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-12-17

SALE OF SALT.-50 sacks of salt, which had
been stored in this place some weeks ago by per-
son in Newbern were sold at auction on Monday,
and brought, in small lots, SIT 81 per saok-Fdy'
Obserrer