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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Leaving the net income, S16S,753 70


! This sum is chargeabe with two dividends of
four per centum each, amounting to about S92, 000
| the interest the Company's bonds of $4,000,
and the redemption of SIS, 600 Of bonds maturing
January l. 1861, leaving a balance in the Treasury
of about $4,000 to be carried to surplus account,
independent of amounts transferred to this account
in previous year"
IThe Report states that the receipts last year
show an increase Of 1000 over any previous
year.
The first section Of the Atlantic, Tennessee and
Ohio Railroad, from Charlotte 10 Statesville is all
under contract The first 25 miles are nearly
graded. Track-laying commenced in January
and will probably reach Davidson College by July;
the balance of the road can all be finished within
twelve months thereafter. Seventeen hundred
tons of rails have been received and paid for by
the Charlotte and South Carolina Railroad Com
pany, according to a contract between the respec-
tive Boards of Directors Of said Companies. The
delivery of fifteen hundred tons more has been
contracted for. The entire As miles when finished
are estimated, without equi pment, to cost $780,
600 The amount subscribed in stock to the road
exceeds 100000. As soon as the construction
has given confidence Of its early completion, its
Directors design, by sale of first mortgage bonds
to reimburse your Company for the cash advances
made for the purchase of iron The fertile country
ana dense population through which it passes, its
cheap cost of construction, with important
tions at both termiui, give confidence liz its being
paying road. Its construction will be of the best
material, and completed in the most substantial
manner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Cash, and for Cash only,

MkS. WINSLOW, an experienced nurse and female
physician has Soothing Syrup for children which
greatly facilitates the process al teethng by soenng the
gums, reducing all inAamation-will aay all PAM and is
sure to regulate the bowels. Depend upon it, mothers, it
Will give rest to yourselves, and relief and health your
infants Perfectly safe IN all See advertisement
another column
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80 DOLLARS REWARD!
LOOK OUT FOR THE RASCAL

L
The subscriber will pay the above reward for the APP
prehension and delivery him. for the confinement
in the Raleigh Jail, of negro boy named HENRY BAL
LEY. Said boy once free, but sold for jail
fees, in January 1860 having been convicted for house
breaking, and bought by the undersigned. lie run
away in May last and is supposed to be lurking about
Charlotte, n. c., where his mother and sisters reside
He is about FIVE feet nine inches high, is spare
built of light complexion and pox marked n the face
He has free papers, great liar and is doubt try
ing to pass for free negro. NJ g. I. LEE.
Conwayboro, S. c., Jan. 20, 1861. If.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5.-The Convention Or
ganized this morning by electng ex-President
Tyler as President
Mr. Tyler addressed the Convention in speech
of half an hours length The Convention then
sat with closed doors.
The Convention has adopted the rules Of the
Continental Congress- Among those who con-
graduated Tyler after his address, was Chase, of
Ohio, who said that Ohio would adopt Virginia s
platform when it is presented.
1t is evident that the Northern Commissioners
to the Convention are anxious Tor delay, but the
Southern members declare their purpose to press
action, and require all to show their hands.
Virginia and Kentucky are a unit in demand
ing equality in the Territories hereafter acquired
The Missourans declare for a full settlement
forever, dissolution.
The Pennsylvania Commissioners appear in the
Convention but seemed to take little interest in
the proceedings
Delaware is fully represented, and stands by the
South. The Maryland Commissioners held an in
formal meeting and the sentiment generally ex-
pressed among them that the State must fol-
low Virginia.
Feb. 6.-The Tennessee Commissioners arrived
to-day and states that if there is not speedy set
Element, Tennessee will secede.
Feb. lit is understood that all but four of
the Commissioners to the Peace Congress have
agreed upon proposition, but the expected arri-
walls of the Massachusetts and New York delegation
will increase the number of the minority
February 8.-Convention was in secret session
four hours to-day. 1t meets again tonight: 1t
was in public session only half hour this morn
ing, which was consumed in prayer and some form
al business
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
From Pensocola--A Truce Derzorez

4 70"t I e'SUct'I't---d IfNce DecIdrea
NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 5-At Pensacola on the
I'd, truce concluded between the limited
States and called forces" The Mississinnians -.
turn home on Monday The Alabamians are ~
remain until relieved "
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Music Lessons.

MI USlc L6SSOnS.
The undersigned begs leave to inform his friends and
patrons well the public generally that he pre-
pared to give
Private Lessons on the Piano,
either his residence or at the residence of pupils
BeAp Particular and prompt attention will be paid to
orders for tuning and repairing instruments shortest
notice and on very moderate terms.
SHEET MUSIC and MUSIC BOOKS will be procured
at store prices
Having been engaged in the Piano business for more
than ten years. offer my assistance particularly
to all those who may desire to purchase Pianos to
exchange old Pianos for ones.
Best references given.
Orders left at the post office Messrs. DaYdsOns
Furniture Hall will receive prompt attention.
CIAS. .. PAPE, Prof of Music,
Jan G, 1861 If Charlo tie n u
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

AT TAYLOR'S you find the largest Assortment
of Cutlery Guns and Pistols, of all the celehraeH
makes.
GLASS, of all sizes and qualites-both French any
American. Also, Putty by the keg or pound
WOODEN WARE Brooms, &c, of all kinds.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Carriage Materials.

at the Sign Of tie Golden Pad-Lock.
large Stock of the above consisting of Springs Axes
Oval Iron, Hubs Bows, Rims, Buggy Poles, Buggy
Shafts, Spokes, Patent and Enameled Leather Enam-
elled CLOTH Oil Carpet Carriage Bolts Grass and Sill
yer Bands, Silver Moulding, Laces, Tassels, Turned
Sticks, Saddle and Lining Nails, &c, &c
COCHRANE Il SAMPLE.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Miss III. M. Hammarskold,

9l1AAs1agyszsz.la1z-0 Miss IL. M. Hammarskold,
IEI- ECS graduate of the Royal Academy Of
..EnEg[4y Music at Stockholm, in Sweden, re-
spectfuIy informs the public that she WILL the 2Sh
January, commence giving instructions the Piano,
in Singing and in Thorough Bass. Inquire at the Man
sion House. Jan %, 1861 lm-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
THE MoNTGoMERY CONVENTION.

The Convention Of delegates from the seeding
States met in Montgomery, Ala, on the 18th inst
The North Carolina Commissioners were present
and were rendered seats in the Convention during
open sessions. The Convention was organized by
electing Hon. Howell Cobb, President, and j. J.
Hooper, Secretary.
Mr. Cobb, in the course Of his remarks on taking
the chair, said that 1.-THE occasion which assemblies
us together is one Of no ordinary character We
meet as representatives of sovereign independent
States, which by solemn Judgment have disso-
we'd all political connection with the Government
of the United States 1t is now a fixed, irreyoca
BILE fact. The separation is perfect, complete and
perpetual. The great duty now devoves upon
US to provide government for our own future Sc
curlty and protection. We can and should extend
20 our late sister States which are identified with
US IN interests feelings and institutions, cordial
invitation to unite with us in a common destiny
We are DESTROYS at the same time, of maintaining
with all our late confederates friendly relations
political and commercial
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
Notice..

The Notes and Accounts due E. NYE HUTCHINSON
& CO., after the LIST day of February next, may be
found in the hands of HUTCHINSON & BROWN, At
tornies at Law, for collection
E. NYE HUTCHINSON & co.
January Is, 1861. If.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
TERMS. CASH.

We respectfully inform our friends and customers
that owing to the stringency of monetary affairs, we
will be compelled to sell for
Cash and for Cash only,
during the year 1861. Having large stock on hand
we Will reduce the prices to salt the times.
BeAe Those indebted will obge us by making
immediate settlement ELIAS COHEN.
January s, 1851
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
NEW TARIFF BILL
manner.

The new tariff bill which has passed the Black
Republican House of Representative is designed
to impose an enormous tax upon the people who
ernment. The New York Journal of Commerce
condemns with indignant emphasis, this despotc
attempt to levy the heaviest weight Of taxation
heretofore known in the history of the country.
The present rates Of duty range from 4 to 80 per
cent the new rates, including the specific charges
VIII range from to $50 per cent, u large number
of articles, if imported at all, being included in
schedules that will be charged from 80 to % per
cent. Thus, piece of printed calico, n inches
wide, costing abroad is. Sd sterling per piece of
% yards, would pay, under the present tariff, n
per cent; under the proposed tariff Al per cent;
thus nearly doubling the tax. A cheap printed
lawn, such is now worn by poor girls for summer
dresses, costing I'd. sterling per yard, at present
pays Il per cent; under the proposed tariff it
would pay So per cent, or nearly three times the
present rate. Linnen goods to be raised from
10 per cent to 20 so, thus nearly or quite
doubling the tax. Blankets, the poor mans COM
fort, now pays 10 per cent. only on the value
under the new tariff, unless it is greatly altered,
they will pay in some cases high as 90 per CT,
over six times the present rate. All WOODEN
carpets. now taxed a per ct, are to pay in the
new bill p to 90 cents per square yard. Silks now
pay 10 per cent. the proposed tariff raises them
to 20a25a3O per cent. Iron and all the products
of iron changed to such rates as will impose an
enormous additional tax upon every mechanic or
farmer who drives nail or buys horse shoe
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12
NOTICE.

Application will be made to the present General AS
scmbly of North Carolina for charter to authorize the
formation of Shoe Manufacturing Company, TO o'
called the North Carolina Shoe Manufacturing 20.
January 18th. 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

THE UNIvERsITY.-An occasional corresno,
dental Chapel Hill writes, that Rev. Solomon Poo
formerly senior tutor, has been recently elected
Professor in the department OF Mathematics.-E
g. Christian AdUOcate.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

Town OFF1cERs.-At the Municipal electio.
held for the Town of Concord N. c., on the SO%
ult, j. NJ Long was elected Intendant of POGca.
Capt N. Slough, John Fink, John c. Young .Oi
Capt H. A. Area, were elected Commissions
The Board appointed Daniel NJ File, own CleT
and Treasurer.-Ftdg.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1861-02-12

SALE OF NEGRoEs.-Four negroes were sold
by the Commissioners in Equity. The negroes
ranged fully up to the best prices that have ruled
heretofore: A boy aged about 21 years sold fo-
s1304; girl about 10 years of age brought $685.
woman about As years and boy about 6 years
of age, brought s975.-Lancaster Ledger
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Calculations of the Seceders

The way the hot-heads of the South
talk may be gathered from private letter
written by South Caroliuian to rela-
tive in New York:
"If it cost the General Government,
with all the States a unit, from eight to
ten years war, upwards of 100000
to subdue a half armed BODY of Seminoles
not exceeding in all Is, 900 men, women,
and children, how long will it take, and
how much will it take, to subdue 100000
men, women and children, well armed,
fighting for their homes, and sworn to
hand down hatred to On Abolition govern
ment as all heir loom Z"
The above Is question 10 arithmetic
which we leave to some ore OF our Repub.
ncan friends who believes in coercion,
to answer. But hear the same writer
again. lie says;
Why, we will not have less than So,
900 or 10000 negroes in South Carolina
who, under the lead Of their masters OIL
Southern men, would like nothing better
than to try the metal of their pretended
friends They hate the English and the
Yankees more than they hate Old Scratch
But, good bye"
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Another Fire in Milwaukee,

On Sunday morning, he Both ult., an,
other destructive fire occurred in Milwau.
kee, consuming the large brick block own
ed by J. b. CRoss, on tie corner of Huron
and East Water streets, and large five
story brick building adjoining, belonging
to Z. CRAMER. The upper portion o.
Cross block was occupied as Common
Council room, City Comptroller's and City
Clerks offices. IN the latter Office were
over 100000 ia chsttle mortgages, and
other valuable papers, all Of which were
destroyed. The buildings were valued a:
s40 900, which amount ia nearly covered
by insurance.
We regret to state that several lives were
lost by he falling of the walls. Five mu
iilated bodies have already been taken out,
and il is feared that one or two more are
buried in the ruins
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Washington Matters.
New York. Jan.

New York, Jan. 7.
A special Washington despatch to the
Post says apprehensions of an attack on
the Capitol are lessening.
The Mississippi delegation yesterday
urged Secretary Thompson to withdraw
from the Cabinet when his State sscedes.
He will probably yield, though inclined to
hold on till the 4th of March.
Congressman are telegraphing to their
State Conventions to let the Ordinance of
secession take effect on the 4th of March
The object is to block the government af.
fairs, especially the army bill.
Washington, Jan. 7.
The committee of thirty three to dav
had under consideration Henry Winter
Davis amendment to The fugitive slave
law.
Mr.. Washburn, of Wisconsin, offered
an amer@,ncnt guaranteeing trial by jury
IN the State where the fugitive was seized
which was defeated.
Mr.. Davis amendment was then adopt
ed, guaranteeing a trial by jury in tht
States whence the fugitives escape
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
The Adopted Citizens and the Union.

~Ns>~S~~S >~~~~~
During the late struggle, the steady and
enthusiastic support rendered BY the adop-
ted citizens TO STEPHEN A. DorGLAs was
sufficient pledge Of their determination
to stand by the integrity of the Union
None are more interested in preserving
that Union intact than citizens of foreign
birth. Our Republic would cease to be a
refuge for the oppressed of all nations if
broken 10 twain, and under no circum-
stances would their condition be tolerable
in divided Confe6eracy. The Dewspa-
pers rejecting the sentiments of the Ger.
mans and Irish in this country have spo
ken out in favor of the preservation of the
Union, and against the plans of the Sc
cessionists. One of the most cheering
expressions is the following, which we
copy from the last number OF the New
York Irish american, thousands of which
paper are circulated:
Under such circumstances of peril, it
behooves every good citizen to stand firm
ly by the Union, which is the guarantee
and mainstay of the Constitution Sc
cession can only be accomplished through
violation of the Federal compact, Gi
rect breach Of faith with those who hold
By it. Let any rational Southern man re-
fleet for a moment that by secession he
divides not only the bond between himself
and his aggressors; he sewers also the
links that bind him to the millions of true
hearts in the North, who in the very camp
of the enemy, despite of prescription and
persecution, have ever battled manfully
in defence of his constitutional rights;
and who, but for the dissensions created
aud fomented by these very agitators who
seek TO push the matter to the extremity,
are still powerful enough, united with
their Southern brethren, to roll back the
tide of fauaticism at its highest flow. Is
il fair, we ask, to involve the Nationalist
of the North in the sweeping condemna
ton of their sectional opponents, who do
not really form anything like a moiety of
the populaton9 Mr.. Yancy and his apos
ties of anarchy say yes; but we believe
they do not speak the sentiment of the
chivalrous people of the South. Federal
officers like Judge McGrath, and even
Legislators, like Senators Toombs and
Chestnut, may testify their assent to this
new dogma by resigning their positions,
but it does not res. with these, however
numerous or respectable they may be, ad-
juncts of glory and prosperity of the PEG
pie at large; they alone can alter its char
acters or ALLEVIATE any. portion of its fair
expanse. 1t is a hermitage purchased by
the blood of brave hearts, cherished BY the
care and wisdom Of patriot minds, guard
ell and expanded by the love and labor of
freemen. We never will believe that those
who have grown in peace and prosperity
beneath the influence of its fostering in
situations, would tear one star from its
bright galaxy at the bidding of reckless
factionists, who would fam rise above the
level to which nature assigned them by
treading on he ruins of their country's
greatness"
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Military Movements IN Charleston.


The Charleston Mercury, published on
the 18th Of December, gives the following
account Of the military movements in that
city, after the seizure of the U. S. forts:
The military movements progressed
quietly Yesterday. Nothing transpired TO
change the general aspect of affairs
The public excitement and evaporation
was not whit less than that which pre-
vailed on Thursday, and all day long our
bulletins were throngedt with citizens anx-
lous for udings from Washington. In the
meantime, Some changes were made in
the disposition of the troops occupying
lhe several military posts now in the
hands of the State Thirty members of
the Washington Light Infantry were
transferred to the garrison of Fort Moul-
trie, and detachment of artillerists took
their place at Castle Pinckney. SO the
force at the latter place now consists of
on men of the Washington Light Infantry.
90 OF the Carolina Light Infantry, IS of
the Meagner Guards, and the thirty artl-
Iery- men--160 in all.
! he Arsenal was guarded on Thursday
night and yesterday morning BY the Pal
metto Guards and the Cadet Rif1emen.-
lhe orders were strictly carried out, and
no entrance whatever was made. At 4
I, NJ yesterday, the two companies were
relieved by the Irish Volunteers. The
Palmetto Guard, when relieved, numbered
oo men, and the Cadet Rifemen "a men.
The Irish Volunteers will be relieved at s
o'clock this morning by the German Fusi-
leers.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Pacific Railroad,

The subject of Railroad to the Pacific
ocean has been agitated for several years,
but at no time has it engrossed so much
of the attention Of Congress, and with
such fair prospects Of success, as at its
present session. There are three bills for
this purpose now before Congress, each
advocating particular route, and this diff.
ference Of opinion in regard to route seems
to be :he great impeachment in the way of
the speedy passage of some one Of TIN
l" we 0e'ia'e' Oh 'ne ga Ia inst, an interest
ine uebate took place On the subject, in
the course OF which it was remarked that
this measure equally provides for the p,o-
gress and development of Northern civil.
cation as well as that of the South. The
advance Of Railroads and the spread of
civilization will develope the industry of
the North ard South, and give material
prosperity and aggrandizement to the
Union, surprising all that could be accom-
plished by any policy that would ever be
pursued by the government in thirty
years. In that time our population would
be doubled
We hope to see this great work-a
continuous chain of iron from the Allan
tic to the Paclfic-from New York to San
Francisco-completed in few years.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
How Major Anderson Stole his March.

W aShlngton, december 81.
Major Anderson, hear, dined formally
on Christmas day, with the authorities in
Charleston, and returned, apparently pref
ty well provided with good things, early
in The evening. This induced the watchers
upon him, stationed in the harbor by the
authorities, to relax their vigilance, and in
this way he was enabled to spike his guns
and retreat to Fort Sumpter. He evident
" feels, however, the disagreeabIeness of
his position, and nothing but a sense of
duty keeps him where he is. Both himself
and men have been stationed at Fort
Moultrie a good while, and have enjoyed
the hospitalities Of the people, and would
therefore be particularly 10th to fire on the
citizens of Charleston.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
Charleston Matters.
Charleston, Jan. 4.

Charleston, Jan. 4.
All is quiet here. Fort Sumpter has
not been besieged, as reported.
The Convention to day appointed as
delegates to the General Congress of the
seeding States, Hon. L. J. Winters. L. NJ.
Kett, A. w. Boyce, r. K. Rhett, Jr., r.
w. Barnwell, G. G.. Memminger.
Gov. Pickens has divided the duties of
the administration of South Carolina
among his council thus:
lie appoints A. S. McGrath Secretary
of State, to regulate Intercourse with the
other States and foreign powers, make
treaties, regulate commerce, and appoint
consuls.
d. p. Jamison, Secretary of War.
G. G. Memminger, Secretary of Treasury
W. Ii. Hariie, to regulate the Postal
Department and Light Houses.
A. G. Darlington, Secretary Of Interior,
to attend to local matters, including the
militia and coast police.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11

INFORMATION WANTED. An ADVERTISE
ment appears in the Catholic Miscellany,
of Charleston, S. c., asking information of
the names and places of residence of tie
children of JAMES McKESNA, deceased,
formerly of Castle Nacor, IN the parish of
FABIAN, county Donegal, Ireland of the
children O. Owen McKENNA, deceased, of
the same place; of the children of NANCY
CLEMENS, who was, before marriage, NAN
cY MCkENNA; of the children of ELLINoR
MORAN, who vas the daughter Of ELLINoR
BARR. who was, before marriage, ELLINoR
McKENNA; of the children of the said
Z, LINoR BARR of the children Of JOHN
McKESNA, deceased and Of the children
of ROSE McKENNA also, of WILLIAM
MckENNA, the son Of EDWARD McKEsNA,
Of Castle acor and of the children of
JOHN w. BRADLEY, deceased. All of the
persons above described, who were living
on the 18th day Of March, 1859. or the
Legal representatives of such of them as
are deceased since then, will learn some
thing TO their pecuhiary advantage, 10y ap-
plying to C. b. NoRTuRoP, No. 60 Broad
street, Charleston, 5. G.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1861-01-11
The Fast Day In Virginia.
Petersburgh, Jan.

Petersburgh, Jan. f.
Business in the city to-day was unusu-
ally suspended, and the churches were all
thronged with people; it is decidedly the
most solemn day ever witnessed in the his
tory of Petersburgh. AT Richmond the
day is being duly observed.
Many of the discourses delivered at the
churches, were very eloquent and power.
full; all Of them earnestly invoked the in
terposition of Divine Providence in the
present difficulty, but expressed devotion
to the South and while war was deeply
to be depiored, it was necessary to pre-
pare for our own protection.