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Daily national Democrat., 1861-05-09
STocKTON, May q, 1855.

STOCKTON, May q, 800.
Dear sr-lIaving entirely recovered from my sick
ness, avail my self of this opportunity to return my
thankful Acknowledgements for the relief that you have
given me. When | think Of the distressing bodily
weakness, headache, fearfuness want Of confidence,
dizziness restlessness weakness in the limbs, loss of
memory, confusion of ideas, dislike OF society,
turnal emissions and many other symptoms, which
had made my life miserable, can hardly express the
gratitude feel, for my eXsIeuce had become bur-
then to me, and nothing afforded the least gratif-
cation, whilst now, feel perfectly well and can enjoy
life to my entire satisfaction. Knowing that there
many afflicted as have been, you have permission to
make use of this letter as you think proper Believe
me, gratefully yours, NJ. MICHELLS.
To DR.. l.. j. Czapkay, San Francisco.
Daily national Democrat., 1861-05-09
Notice to BARRIERS.

4 FINE Marble Top Wash stand, two Chairs and
IN Mirrors. For sale at the st. Nicholas Shaving
Saloon, street. Inquire of
apl8-1m A. L. JACKSON.
Daily national Democrat., 1861-05-09

COMPOUNDED FROM
Pure Vegetable Extracts, and put ND i'm
GLASS CASES, Air Tight, and will keen
in any climate.
Daily national Democrat., 1861-05-09

HAUKAMENIOi May IOi IoOO'
Dear Sr-such is the thankfulness feel for the
preservation ofmy health of both body and mind, and
| believe cfm my life, that hope Will not be cousid-
cred intrusive in rendering my thankful acknowledge
mens fer restoring me to hea tn and making my life
boon worth preserving, when it had become bur
then too great TO bear. Victim as | to vice that
had undermined my constitution, and developed Il
train of nervous symptoms, such as nervous debility
headache distressing imidity, self dstrust, dizziness
love of solitude, loss of memory and want of resou
ton, besides loss of strength and energy which had
made my waking moments wretched and my seep un-
refreshing, and fast bringing to the grave, but
thanks Is your skill, restored 20 health, bor
and energy Hoping to guide others where they may
find relief, YOU have my permission to make this puI-
lie. Gratefully yours, LEONARD WAITE.
To DR.. L. j. CZapkay. San Francisco.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
NEWS ITEMS.

THF BLccKADE.-A rumor was current Yesterday,
that the British Minister at Washington bad notified
Lincoln, that the blockade inefficient and would
be respected. This nav not be true now-Rnd yet
may be in few days. .'+
The British fleet in the Cult numbers IS Men-ofwar,
each carrying heavy metal and equipped war foot
ing Redmond Why. sA.
Ttlesraphed 10 the ColunbiG CGrolSnian.
RICHMOND, August s-The Richmond papers of this
morning sem-oRcally announce that Admiral Dun
das will take his feet into Charleston, regardless Of
Lncoln's pretended blockade. The British Consul
here that be has official authority for such
statement.
BALTIMORE Aug, s-Rreckinridge and vallandgham
had grand dinner at the Eutaw House, to-day, which
was given by the Baltimore secessionisis.
1t is stated that Lord Lyons Bull Run dispatches
declared contraband al Washington, but his
demanding his passport.they were allowed to pass.
ClNcISxArI, August 7.--Chares II. Tyler. q nephew
of exPresident Tyler and formerly Federal Captain
, but Confederate Lieutenant Colonel, who is
here after his wife, has been arrested Tyler demand
ed his release parole, but il refused. he is
confined in Newport Barracks.
New YORK, August fG.-The Times, Of late this
evening says that Prince Napoleon and suite have
returned from Manassas. Both Beauregard and john
ston received him. and Insisted his going to Rich
Manassas formidable, and guns, particularly
Shermuns forn important part of the defences
Beauregard Informed the Prince that they captured
sixty two guns.
IT is authenticated that Smith, who captured in
New York, is member of the Confederate Congress.
He will be held as hostage for Ely.
The Herald has reliable intelligence which that
the Confeerates concentrating from Point of Rocks
Alexandria in large bodies and Mt every ford the
Potomac. 1t is difficult to tell whether their move
ments are preliminary attack guard against
another Federal advance. The opinion Of experienced
| officers is that they are purely defensive.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
S7J REWARD.

RUNAWAY from where we had tben hired. near
CT ester, 10 June last, three negro men, viz Bill,
Giles and Henry.
Bill and Giles bought the i4th Of last November
at the estate sale of Ed Leach, on Broad River, In
York District. They being brothers and having reA
tious in the neighborhood where purchased them
than likely they have made their way back
10 their old neighborhOod.
Bill is about 20 years old, feet inches high, will
weigh $50 100 pounds5is very black rather sharp
faced, speaks quick when spoken to.
Giles his brother, is about "a years old; feet 8
inches high; will weigh $50 lbs, is very black, and
walks with bis head and feet turned in front
Henry, purchased Jan. J. Of Col. @. Rives on the
Catawba river He is % years Old well set feet 10
inches high and will weigh ITS pounds has q heavy
brow and speaks slowly has character % q run
away May go TO Charleston Washington city, il is
hard telling where he will go he is gentleman Of
travel.
They all ran off about the same time.
We will pay SIS reward for the 3 men; $26 q
piece for either Of them delivered in any jail that
get them These boys may attempt to make their
way North az some others from this place have at
tempted. PRIDE & DUNOVAEf,
Chester, S. G July 3d. 1861 e
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

How KERsHAw's REGIMENT WAS MADE READY.
1t is said that when the Second South Carolina
Regiment, Col. Kershaw, was drawn up, waiting
for orders to make its entry into the fight at the
Stone Bridge, our Brother Meynardie its chaplain,
came to the front and asked that he might once
more pray with them. TO this proposition they
responded cheerfully, and the entire regiment
bowed before the Lord Of Hosts, while he led
them in prayer, offering earnest and touching
supplicaton for their success and protection. The
prayer was answered. and they had scarce entered
the melee before the fortunes of the day were
turned.-S {. Christian Adrocdte
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
Situation Wanted.

4 person who is thoroughly acquainted with the
Milling business and who has had entire charge Of a
large establishment in Virginia for IS years, desires
situation in this part of North Carolina He has had
large experience in farming and the management Of
hands He can bring the best Of recommendations.
For further information inquire at this Once, and
state what salary will be given.
August Is, 1851 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

MORE TRooPs.-Last Tuesday, Capt Edwards com
pany from CASTOR, passed through this place. They
will 60 into camp at High Point where Regiment will
be organized. We learn that Col S. N. Stowe, of
CASTOR, has been appointed commander Of the camp.
The South Iredel Boys, Capt. J. r, NeAulay, also
passed here Tuesday for the purpose of joining
Campbell's Regiment, now in camp near Graham
Also, the Richland Rifles" fine company from
Columbia, S. c. passed through their way to Vr-
ginia to join Col. Greggs Regiment which is being
organized
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

In this county, on the 9Th inst by the Rev. A. RAN
son, Mr. Vim. A. Brown TO Mrs Salle Johnston. Also,
on the day, by the same, Mr. J. G. McAulay to
Miss J. E. Reid daughter of James Reid.
In Salisbury, the Goth ult, Mr. Edmnnd Siherd to
Miss Mary A. Is. MENUS.
At DIN, Ireden county, the 25th ult, Mr. A. II.
Merritt of Chatham county to Miss s. E. Puryis, dau-
ghter of the late Rev. James Puryis
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
PROPOSALS

Will be received until September 5th 1861 for furnish
ing to the Confederate States of America
Armory, Twenty Five Thousand WALNUT RIFLE
STOCKS.
Full specifications, 10 size, shape, quantity of
wood and inspections will be furnished application
to Burkart, Master Armorer, Fayetteville, \. L.
Patterns will be furnished.
Anr u. 1861 I'm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
Not am AboIitionist.

Owing to the well known political course Of my
brother for which conscience and Justice teach
that should in way be held accountable i have
been made object of suspicion by some malicious
PERSONS who have again put slanderons reports in cir
culation about For the satisfaction Of ALL and in
justice to myself make this announcement, that my
loyalty the South (my home from birth and shall be
the remainder of my life,) is should be known by
honestly disposed persons be sufficiently true 70 dis
pei all fears from the minds of those who wlfuy
seek to msrcprcScnt me. Therefore | hope that due
allowance will be made for such attempted mischief
hereafter, and that be whose mind may be troubled
about may have the courage TO come to me and
know the TRUTH rather than sneakngly through
the neighborhood circulating llsehoods Yhich mngni
fy from every mouth. ii. p. HELPER
Davidson College, August 8, 1861 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

CAPTAIN HAREINGToN, of the 9Th Regiment,
s C. Volunteers, who received the credit of cap
turing the Rochester congressman, Mr. Ely. says
that the credit of the capture justly belongs to
sergeant-maior Mullins, who is well known here
IS VIM. S. Mullins, Esq, We know that Mr. Null
Inns went on with the regiment sergeant-major or.
= Wilmington Journal
Mr Mullins represents Marion District il the South
Carolina Legislature.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

HOMEMADE ENvELoPEs.-We have received package
of letter envelopes made in this Town by j. H. Stevens
& Co. They made of North Carolina manufactured
paper, and are good and neatly put up any
heretofore purchased the North Mr. Stevens
factory is door to the Mansion House, and he is
prepared to supply any demand for envelopes at low
rates. Give him a trial.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

gGs~York District s. c., is certainly doing her duty
in furnishing soldiers for the In addition to those
companies in the field three have been organized
Col Cad. Jones is captain of the Indian Land Guards
w II. McCorklc captain of the g Palmer Guards and
Jno l. Miller captain of the nCampbell Ries.n
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
NORTH CAROLINA COLLEGE,

MOUNT PLEASANT, n c.
The next Session of this College will open September
18th, prox and continue the usual session of AZ
weeks The location is healthy, the community in
telligent, and the charges moderate.
Board tuition and room-rent, in College,
az weeks $Il5 to Sl36
Board tuition and ro"m-rent, in Primary
Department, lO7 to l28
The Board of Trustees have introduced military tao
tics and drill part of the daily exercises Sundays
exceptcd) under the management of very competent
Instructor.
For further particulars, send for catalogue.
d. H. BiTTLE, Pres't.
August 10, 1861 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

A Cooks REPoET-The following is from :hc
Bull Run correspondent Of the Alisxissippian:
While Joe, servant OF Erskiue Watkins, was
cooking chicken in kitchen near the hospital
a ball passed near him and struck the skillet. In
his report he said: "Bess God Massa, never saw
dc chicken after dat"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

YANKEE Colonies TO BE COURT MARTIALED.
"A Washington letter writer says that four Yam
kee Colonels, W ho commanded regiments in the
Great Battle, are to be court martialed for cow
ardice One is charged with taking refuge behind
a stump during the fight; second with seeking
safety in the rear Of hay stack, and TWO others
with making precipitate flight from the battle
field on the same horse, while their regiments
were fighting.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
FINE STOCK FOR SALE.

A few Pigs of improved breed. and superior brood
Sow Also, fine grade Devon Bull, about 10 months
old. Terms reasonable.
Apply at this Office
August 49, 1861. 2t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

Bacon is scarce and will command IS ccuts hog
round. Flour 81 to 81 % per sack. Corn so cent?
Oats 80 to 30. Wheat white, IS to 80, Red IS to go
~ c. Whiskey 55 to GO cents per gallon.
Salt is now held at SIS per sack, and the tendency
is to advance. Groceries Of all kinds steadily ad
yancipp
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

TEssHssEE-The election in Tennessee for Governor,
members of Congress- and the adoption OF the Perna
neot Constitution of the Confederate States, has re
suited in an overwhelming majority for the Southern
Rights cause The Nashville Union says that it is be-
Heved that the Constitution has been ratified with
scarcely show of opposition. In Middle and West
Tennessee the vote is unanimous as could be
expected for any measure and in East Tennessee the
changes in favor of the South are great.
The Knoxville Register says
owe hear a rumor that Maynard, Nelson and
Bridges the three candidates for Lncoln's Con
cress in East Tennessee, for which no election was
authorized by law to be held, have followed the
ilustrous footsteps of the traitor Andrew Johnson
and made their escape through the mountains on
their way to Washing ton. One of them, Horace
MAYNARD, it seems we'll authenticated, has made
the trip OF the other two it seems to be sur
missed that they have gone. If they have gone,
we hope three of their mischievous contreres may
follow them, and after they have taken the oath
of allegiance to the Lincoln despotsm, we pray, IN
the language of one of our best men that their
traitorous footsteps may never again poIiute the
soil Of East Tennessee
W. are gratifed learn from later number OF the
Knoxville REGISTER that the traitor Nelson was arrested
in Western Virginia. and has been conveyed to Rich
nond We hope it is true. No quarters should be
shown to traitors
P. S.-Tbe arrest ofNelson has been confirmed by
a dispatch from Richmond.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

In CASTOR county, the 9TH inst, Charles Constan
tine son of j. r. and Eliza Hand, aged Z years and
months.
In Catawba county, the 3lst ut, Mrs Catharine
Lentz, wife of Jacob Lentz, Esq.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

COLUMBIA, Aug. 100 bales Cotton sold at 10
aud o!. Flour S2-75 to SO 25 per sack Germ 5! per
busheI; Oats soc. per busheI.
CHARLESTON, Aug. "a few bales Of cotton were
sold al 20 II; Corn 30 cents-tnarket depressed
Flour S675 to $3.50 per hb for superine and extra
brands Bacon &c to Is cents, hog round, in demand
The receipts Of at all the ports TO the present
time is 900 81 bales less than last year.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
- | must collect $4,000 I'm

g57l4 1gzss.sEazzzo | must collect $4,000 In
HG go Taxes during the next two weeks, and
.ka(zz| for that purpose will remain NJ my office
in the Courthouse, every day from morning till night
The taxes must be collected aid paid into the State
Treasury, the Government is in need of funds.
Those who canuOt manifest their patriotism
in better than by settling Immediately. The fact
Isl must have the money assist the State in paying
off our soldiers. w W. GRlER,
Sheriff Mecklenburg Co.
Ann II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
NOTICE.

S. P ALEXANDER is my authorized Agent. All
persons harirg business with will transact il with
him. L. Il. bREN.
Aug s, 1861 Il
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
PARTICULAR NOTICE.

All persons having unsettled accounts the Books
of OATES WILLIAMS must forward before
the first of September and settle by cash note,
they viii find their accounts in the hands OF Off
for col lection.
OATES & WILLIAMS.
Aug l3, 1861 3w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13
MONTAM0ENA FEMALE SEMINARY,

MOUNT PLEASANT CABARRUS COUNTY, ". c.
The exercises of this School will be resumed the
Goth of August.
RATES Sessions
Board (including washing md fuel $40 90
English course, from SIS 90 10 Is 90
Music the Piano, Melodcon Guitar. 30 90
Languages, each, 90
Drawing or Painting, 10 90
Vocal Music, 90
Embroidery, 90
Other ornamrutals reasonable
TERMS:
Half or all the expenses, board and tuition, must be
paid in advance and the remainder the close of the
Session.
Pupils who board in the Seminary will not be per-
mitcd to make store accounts.
For further information, address
L. G. HEILIG.
August l3, 1861 25m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

NAIL CARRiERs.-Cannot our members Of Congress
have something done for the mail carriers in this State
Arny of them poor men, and they have been carry
ing the mails for six and ten months without receiving
cent of pay. There is general complaint about the
matter and unless they receive part of their pay
many will discontinue carrying the mail. For some
time before the breaking up of the Union the old gov
eminent neglected to pay them, and after dissolution
they continued TO do the work for the purpose of aiding
the Southern government expecting, of course, that
they would receive pay the government got
in working order. Some have quit for the OF
continue, and others have informed us that
they will be compelled discontinue the service
unless they receive some compensation. They have
their horses feed riders and drivers pay it is
actually necessary that they should be paid If orders
were given them for the amounts in the poSt-ofices
along their lines would relieve them for the present
This is matter in which all interested, but
especially newspaper publishers. We ask coempo-
rrie in the State assist procuring relief for the
mail carriers, for they all interested.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

B-7g" Read the Address of Generals Johnston and
beauregaTd, our first page, to the soldiers of the
Confederate Army 1t is couched in patriotic, fitting
and becoming language. All honor to Beauregard and
Johnston.
ssa- We direct attention to the advertisement for
Gun Stocks be delivered at the Arsenal in Fayetts
.illc
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

BgEyn The first naval engagement of the war took
place the coast of North Carolina, on the 2lst of
July between the North Carolina steamer " Beaufort
and Federal steamer name unknown The second
battle on water occurred the I'd inst iii Mississippi
Sound near Mobile between the Confederate priVateer
Nixon and an unknown Federal steamer. In both
affairs the Federals compelled to retreat after
being injured while the Confederates uninjured.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

FRUITS OF VIcToRY.-The property captured from
the Yankees at Manassas is thus summed up: Between
fifty and one hundred thousand pounds of powder,
several hundred horses, $50 hogShead of Bacon 3O
stand arms, 700 Wagons so ambulanceS, 62 pieces
of artillery, and clothing, blankets, &c, In great
nhr
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

TAXEs LEvIED-Lincon's Secretary of the Treasury
has appOrtioned each State the be raised
by direct taxation to prevent the known the
T. s. Government from failing. North Carolina is put
down for 100000, South Carolina 5000, 900, Virginia
about Sl,400,OOO. The impudent fellows! if they
get money until they get it from N. c., S c. and
Va, they will die poor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

PosruisrEr-Dr. F. NJ. Ross has been re-appointed
Postmaster this place 10y President Davis Dr. Ross
j. the oldest Postmaster in the State and we can say
that We have found him of the most accommoda-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

LATER FROM TEXAs.-The State Gazette, of
the 9th ult., says:
Gov. Clark has new about 100 Texas troops in
garrison and on scouting duty in the Indian ter
ritories between Texas and Kansas. He has sue
ceeded, through Commissioners, in procuring the
friendship of the civilized tribes inhabting that
country, and has effected treaties with most Of the
nations. on the Reserve North of Texas, by which
they bind themselves to fight for in the present
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

APPOINTMENTS BY THE GOvERNOR--Gov
Clark has made the following appointments.
Hon. Charles Manly member of the Military
Board, in place Of Haywood W. Guion, Esq, re
signed
Capt. John L. Brdgers, of the 1st n G.. Vol
unteer Regiment, promoted to Lieut.. Col of Ar
tillery.
Ca pit Pride Jones, of the Orange Guards, pro
NOTED Major of the 7th Regiment of State troops
-Rulcjgh Standard.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

RIGHT.-Gen. Pillow, in proclamation addressed to
the people of Missouri, calling upon them to rally TO
his standard, says that quarter will be shown to
the federal troops marching under the banner OF
Beauty and Booty" He promises that the troops I'M
der him, consisting of Tennesseans and kenuckans will
ipht until the invaders are driven of Missouri.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

IMPORTANT ORDER.--Adjutant-G General J. G. Martin,
n c troops publishes order saying that the Con-
federate Government will recognize any Regimental
Quartermaster Commssary Adjutant, unless they be
appointed from the Lieutenans of the Regiments and
that only two medical officers each regiment will be
allowed-one Surgeon and assistant. Therefore,
ell commissions heretofore given by the authorities
this State to Quartermasters, Commssaries Adiutants
and I'd assistant Surgeons revoked from and
the 10th inst This win a good deal of disap-
Pointmen though it is in accordance with the regula-
tions Of the Confederate Government It will dspace
the Quartermaser and Commissary of the Regt n.
t. Volunteers, and of most other Y, C. Regiments.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-08-13

FKUIT.-Fruit of all kind o be abuntan
in this immediate section, this year, than for the pas
three or four years. Watermelons are plentiful and Il
very moderate prices.