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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

JACKSON AFTER THE MAIN CHANCE.-After
Jackson took Harper's Ferry he had converse
ton with Colonel Ford "a Federal officer who
details the following incident: "While in
conversation" says Colonel f., ian orderly rode
rapidly across the bridge, and said to General
Jackson: i am ordered by Gen. McLaws to repor;
to you that Gen. Mcclellan is within six miles
with immense army" Jackson took no
his conversation; but when the orderly had turned
away, Jackson called after him with the question:
"das Mcclellan any baggage train or drove of
cattle?' The reply that he bad. Jackson
remarked that he could whip any army that
followed by flock of cattle, abiding to the hun
cry condition of his (Jackson's) men.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

RS The enemy has again occupied Jackson
vile, Florida, having landed force Of three
thousand men, on the I'd instant, turning our bat
terry at the mouth of the st. Johns River, and
ompelhng its evacuation. Our troops crossed to
the other side of the river aud retired to Baldwin,
which is at the intersection Of the Jacksonville
Railroad with the Railroad from Fernandina to
Cedar Keys.
The enemy's boats had attacked our battery on
the lst instant and been repulsed. On the I'd
they landed in force on Greenville Point and turn
ing battery, compelling its evacuation, stated.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

RIoHT.--The Legislature of Virginia has passed
bill compelling the Railroads terminating in the cities
of Richmond and Petersburg, to transport wood to
said cities The Legislature of North Carolina ought
to pass a similar bill for the relief Of towns in this
State. There always large number Of almost
desture families in every town in the State and there
is consequently good deal Of suffering for wood in the
winter months; and this winter, considering the high
prices fear there will be suffering than usual
We know that some Of the Railroads have evinced q
commendable spirit in this respect, whilst others have
not done
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

The EXEMPTION BILL finally passed by Congress
will be found in to-day's paper. The clause to pre-
e1tortion by manufacturers will attract particular
attention. If cotton and woollen manufacturers, shoe
makers, paper makers &c, charge more than IS per
cent profit they not to be exempted, but will be
placed in the conScrp ranks if The proper information
is the enrolling officer Secretary of War.
The following is the vote the Bill in the House ::
Yras,-McsSrs Arlington, Atkins, Baldwin, Batson,
Botccr. Boyce Bruce, Chambers, Clapp, Clark,
Collier Conrad Cook, DaTgan, DeJarnett Dupre Far
row. Freeman, Garland, Garnett. GOOde, Graham,
Harridge, Hcskill, Hilton, HocOmb, Holt, Johnson,
Krnncr Mcdowell, McRae. Miles Pugh, Royston, Rus
sell, Wilcox, Wright Of Texas, Wright of Tenn, Nj
Spcaker-iO.
Ndvs-Messrs Ashe, Aver, Bonham Brdgers, Chill
CloptOn Curry, Foote. Foster, Gardeuhier, Car
trell, Hanly, Herbert, kenan of Ga, Kenan of n C,
Lander, Marshall Mcqueen. Menees, Perkins, Rails,
Smith of Ala Smith of n c, Swami, Tibbs, Trippe,
Vest WelCh-2S-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
NOTICE.

Having OBJ tanned letters of administration on the
of John J. Alexander deceased, will expOse
public sale Friday 3lst day of October, the fol-
lowing property, viz: Mule, Horse Colt, one
3-horse wagon, Of Carpenters Tools, set
BIacksmiths Tools three bales Cotton stock Of Hogs
and other articles too tedious TO mention. Terms
made known on day of sale.
All persons having claims against sad estate will
present them in the time prescribed by law this
nece will be pleaded in bar Of their recovery and all
those indebted, will make Immediate payment.
a. Ii. GRIFFITH, Admir-.
Oct. l4th, 1862 st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

SOLDIERS PAY.-By recent act of Congress,
the oath required to enable sick, wounded, or
other soldiers to receive their pay, may be taken
before any Quartermaster well as before any
other officer authorized by the laws of the State
to administer oaths. OF course, it will be the
duty of the Quartermaster to administer the oath
uithout charge, and thus the soldier will be spared
the exactions of the sharks who have hcrotofors
demanded from one to three dollars for admins
terng the oath.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

willow FEvER-The Wilmington Journal of Thurs
day last says:
The number of new cases reported yesterday is
81. We cannot ascertain more than four deaths
There may have been five, but have not heard OF
than four and trust that that limit has not been
exceeded. We have yet heard of any deaths
to-day. We do hope that may not.
The disease to be Welding far as its mora-
" is concerned bat The number of sick and helpless
people in town exceeds all calculation. Whining
ton is one vast fever hospital"
The Journal of Saturday gives statement showing
that the number of of fever from Saturday
Oct. 4h, to Friday Oct 10Th (seven days. 395.
Number of deaths during time 40. The disease
is nothing like fatal now it was ten Iays ago.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
VALUABLE HOTEL FOR SALE
AT HIGH POINT. N. G..

Being engaged in other pursuits we have concluded
to sell the very valuable four story Brick Hotel oppo
site the Depot. This Hotel is well known 10 the tray
Cling public. 1t ia no. Soing kept by the Misses Bar
bee has been well paronized, to the capacity Of
accommodations; the travelling custom is very great,
besides it is Eating House Supper and breakfast
for the Rail Road travel it is of the best Hotels
along the n C. Railroad, in fact, equal 10 the besi in
the State.
AS this property is well known deem il uunsess-
sary to further describe it, Any person wishing TO
keep Hotel, Or invest his money profably, may hnS
in this property extraordinary opportunity.
This valuable property will be sold Mt public sale
the 18th day of October possession given LIST January
1863. Terms easy made known day Of sale.
The Misses Barbee the present occupants, will sell
in the House. JOHN CARTER,
W. SLEEK.
0,t q
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
Desirable Bonds and Stocks at
Auction.

Will be sold the public square in Charlotte, on
Tuesday November Court, being the 28th day of the
month, a large amount of
Richmond County per cent Coupon Bonds, interest
payable semi annually.
Arson County per cent Coupon Bonds, interest pay
able annually.
These Bonds are justly regarded by all who are &C
quainted with them the safe and certain paying
securities now in the market Terms cash. Conted-
crate notes of all issues taken in payment
W A. WILLIAMS, Agent.
SAaL A. HARRIS, Auctioneer.
October IA, 1862. st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

THE \. G.. LEGIsLATURE-We learn that Gov.
Vance cOntemplates calling the Legislature of North
Carolina together at earlier day than the regular
appointed for the meeting. The day fixed BY law
for the assembling of that body is the third Monday in
November, but think it likely the members will be
required to attend about the ls of November if not
earlier. 1t is said that measures be taken to
put doTn the spectators put them mo !it army
RIGHT
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

CASTOR OL.-The scarcity of this valuable
medicine induced the papers generally last Spring
to urge the cultivation of the plant from which it
is made. The first response have heard is
from Jos A. Worth, Esq Of this town, who plant
ed enough to make nearly 100 bottles of oil. He
desires to purchase the Beans from others who
have cultivated them-FdyetteriUe Observer
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

PRoMoTED-Lieut. Col. j. G. S. Mcdowell to
be Colonel of the 54th N. G. Regiment, in place
Of Col. Wimbish resigned. Maj R NJ Murchison
to be Lieut. Colonel in place Of Mcdowell promot-
ed; and Capt Anderson Ellis to be Major Capt.
S D Poole to be Lieut. Colonel of the 10th Regi-
ment in place Of John / Bridgers resigned
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
ADJUTAEP GsEHRAL's OTTIcE, (MILITrA, }
RALEIGH, September l3ih, 1852.

General Orders, No. II
J. Colonies and other officers in command Of the
Militia Of North Carolina hereby ordered TO bring
all liable TO Conscription in their commands, and
all soldiers absent from their Regiments wtheGt leave
to the Camp Of instruction At Raleigh. All power
necessary for the enforcing Of this order hereby gvsa
them.
H. 4 failure or refusal comply with this order
will subject the offender the penalties Of Court
Martial aud consequent reduction 10 the ranks
Ill The Executive, through its own officers, hsVinZ
thus undertaken collect all persons liable 10 Militia
ry duty instead of allowing Confederate oficers 70 do
So it is earnestly hoped that all will come up promptly
10 the performance Of their duty.
By order of Governor VAEcB.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

1t is stated, as fact worthy of notice. tba, Cen.
Starke is the only instance in the Confederate SER
vice Of private rising to a brigadier. He served
private at Pensacola, was made adjutant, be-
came colonel of Virginia regiment, aud was pro-
NOTED to brigadier for gallantry IN the battles
around Richmond
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
FROM FLORIDA.

SAVANNAH, Oct. A special despatch to the Re
publican of this morning dated Baldwin, FIorids the
9TH says the Federals evacuated Jacksonville yeSter
day, and went down the river This morning early
two large gunboats still lying off the town.
The Yankees have taken all the negroes they could
get both slave and free.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

g-Danl G. Fowle, Esq, has been nominated in
Wake county for the House of Commons in place of H.
". Miller deceased. The nomination made by
what the Standard calls the conservatives"
Capt. 0. r. Rand is announced in the Register and
Journal as a candidate in opposition to Mr Fowle.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

OUR COAST DEFESCEs-We learn that State
thorities giving their attention the matter of
our deences. 1t is important that timely pre-
paraon should be made for the reception of the
enemy on the y. c. We have heard it said that
in reply a request of Gov. Vance for troops, the
President stated that the Governor might take the
conscrpts between the ages of 35 and 45 for that pur
pose.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

CoMyoS SCHooLs.--The Literary Board of North
Carolina met in Raleigh last week and ordered a Fall
Distribution of one hundred thousand dollars TO be
made for Common School purposes. This sum is near
" ten thousand dollars larger than any previous dis
tfhuton, and it is thought that the amount can here
after be increased
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

RECEPTION OF THE REBEL COMMISSIONER
MASON, IN GLAsGOW.-Unablet to effect any Of
his proposed measures with Parliament or with
the Government direct Mr. Mason, the Southern
Commissioner, has started on a tour through the
Kingdom, with the evident hope of making capt.
tai on which to trade at the next session, if not
before. His first appearance in his character
has been at Glasgow, where, as private letter in
forms me, he was, on Tuesday last the guest of a
distinguished citizen, and met Il company especial
ly invited to do him honor The Lord Provost
and one Of the members Of Parliament stood aloof
from motives fpolicy, but the latter INVITED him
to dine the next day
A meeting Of the Chamber of Commerce was
also called, one Of the results of the occasion
with the avo@ed purpose Of petitoninS the Gov
eminent to recognize the Southern Confederacy
| learn that Dir. Mason's reception was of the
most flattering character, and that he has, so far
as Glasgow is concerned, produced an impression
very favorable to his cause, thus accomplishing
the object of his mission. l learn, also, that the
very parties who most active in this
movement, are the very who headed the de-
putation to Mrs. Harriet Beecher Stowe, and also
lInnized Fred Douglas, when those personages re-
spectively visited Glasgow. They comprise the
leading Abolitionists in that city, and we thus
witness the strange spectacle Of people of that
class clarifying the author of the Fugitive Slave
Law, and one Of the frmest supporters of the
American institution that has hitherto received
the bitterest denunciationE London Cor Phil
ddci0hio INQUIRER
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14


LINCoLN's PRoCLAMATIoS.-The Northern
fes received at this office so late as October 4th
exhibit one feature of remarkable significance
the cautious and timorous but very marked dis
satisfaction and uneasiness relative to Lincoln's
proclamation Of abolition. Such journals as the
New York Herald, which have no theory Or
principle to advocate, and neither care or aim at
anything further than to keep with public opinion,
manifest this tendency with as much distinctncss
as they dare. Afraid to say their mind on the
proclamation, those Journals continue their dia-
tribes against the Abolitionists, when such dis
course is nothing more than opposition to the Gov
eminent.
Our own reports Of the proceedings in the Con-
federate Congress- the resolutions and speeches of
the members Lincoln's proclamation, are trans
ferred entire to their columns Whole pages are
filled with such matter. The Herald enters with
great violence into the Gubernatorial election Of
New York, and apprises its readers that if Wads-
worth, the head man of the administration and
emancipation party, is elected, the people may ex
pect an endless continuance of the war with the
South. These indications seem to US the shadow
of coming event-the division of the united
North into two new parties. Every new develop
ment confirms the opinion have hitherto OK
pressed, that Lncoln's Proclamation is the false
Step which will be fatal to his power.-Ricmond
Examiner, 7h.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
THE NEWS.

There is no late news to report from the armies.
M new movements reported in Virginia further than
the statement that army is preparing for McClel-
,sn's army if it should make an advance.
One report says that Gen. Bragg is retreatng from
Kentucky, and another says he is not.
The latest items, such we have been able 10 gath
er from our exchanges, will be found IN our news
cnumn.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

STATE Journal On and after the 1st of Novcm-
Der, the State Journal published at Raleigh, will be
published daily tri-weeky and weekly The terms of
the daily will be So per annum, six months So So
three months s., month 81; the tr-weckly 81 per
Snnum. Address John Spellmon, Editor and Propre-
tor, Raleigh, " c. The daily paper is be essentially
ncrspGPer-uot political paper. 1t will contain the
latest Geographic proceedings the Legislature
and State news generally.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
NEWS FROM THE NORTH

Northern dates to the 9Th have been received at
Richmond Dispatches from Louisville represent tina t
Bragg was retreating from Kentucky, followed by the
Federal forces and that Lexington and Frankfort have
been evacuated Before leaving Frankfort he capitol
of Kentucky the Confederates naugurated Richard
Halves as Governor. dispatch from St. Louis says
Gen Schoeld has defeated Confederates Neuli-
mia, sonth- west Missouri.
In New York gold has advanced to l24. Exchange
1876.
The yankees report their loss at Coruth at 300 killed
and 900 wounded.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
CHARLOTTE, September -, 1882.

CHARLOTTE september >, 1907
In accordance with the above order the Captains Of
Beat Companies within the bounds Of the s5th Rsgi
ment will and deliver these Headquarters all
COnscrpts within their respective beats under penalty
for failure Of having their commissions revoked and
they themselves reduced 10 the ranks and rendered
subject to the Conseription.
By order Of L. s. Williams, Col. Com s5th Regt
J. A. FOX, Adjatant.
September 3d. 1882.
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NOTICE..

will sell in Charlotte, Monday the 27th ostoksr,
Court week. 20 Shares of Stock In the Bank Of Char
lette Terms made known day Of sale.
JOHN KIRK,
Oct. S, 1852 3t-pd Admir- of John Kirk dee 4
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

FROM CUMBERLAND GAP.-The Knoxville Register
announces the arrival Of courier there from the Cap who
reported Gen Stephenson's command Flat Greek, six
miles beyond Cumberland Ford in pursuit of General
Morgans struggling and demorazed Yankee forces.
Large numbers of small have been found buried
the Gap. great quantity of small burned,
but the locks and barrels may yet be scrvccabe. Eight
siege guns and four Parrot guns spiked and
dered useless Three hundred sick left behind, who
fell into our hands Large numbers Of suagglers were
being capturrd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

Esas- Edmund J. Lilly, Esq, has been elected Presi-
cent OF the Bank of Fayetteville, in place of john D.
Starr, Esq, deceased.
pe' L'ent-Col ). A, Della ne has been appointed
'.e command OF the Arsenal Fayetteville in place
OF Capt, Booth, deceased
,, ne directors Of the Wilmington and Weldon
''''''o"u company elected Mr John W. Thompson,
anu treasurer, in the place of Mr. Jas S.
Green deceased.
0IArE AND CONFEDERATE SToCKs-At Richmond,
on the ioth' Confederate Bonds $500 Ooo OcO issuel
were sold at SlOo and interest; North Carolina six
per cent Bonds ll73 TO lls!; Virginia 100; Tenpes-
RICHMOND, Oct lo.-FlOur SIT to SIS per barrel
Wheat 1910 per bGShe; Bacon 81 to 65 cents Rn,,e
40 and so cents; brown Sugar 81 to 60 cents. Mo-
lasses S3-lo per gallon.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

In this county, on the 3Oth ultimo Margaret W.,
daughter of Joseph c. and Margaret l. Nicholson aged
l3 years.
Suddenly, at Harrisonburg, Va, on the Sd instant,
Gen. A. J. Stafford of Forsy tn county, N. G.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

REMEMBER THE SOLDIER-We sometime ago
expressed qualification on learning that citizen
of Alabama was preparing for publication list
of all the officers and soldiers from that State who
might sacrifice their lives in defence of their
country in this war. 1t seems that the State
Convention of South Carolina has improved upon
this idea, by providing for the registration of all
such names by proper officer of the State. A
still better thing might be done, and ought to be
done, viz: the publication of book containing
the names of all officers and soldiers who have
tered the service arranged in alphabetical order,
with their residence, grade, promotion, time of
service, death or discharge. Such a book would
have an immense sale, and so might be printed at
low price, if stercotyped Of course it could
not be printed now, but Legislature might
provide for the collection and arrangement of the
materials for it.-FGyettcriUe OJservcr.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
ga PRACTICAL MAN."-The New York Her

aid says:
The raids of the rebel guerrilla, \. G. jenkins,
in Western Virginia, with his eight hundred
shwhackers, sum up pretty large. He defeat
ed the Union force at Buchanan on the 30th ult.,
entered the town, destroyed large quantities of
Government stores, broke up five thousand stand
Of arms, and carried off number Of horses and
Enfield rifles, besides allowing his to take
what they wanted from the private stores Of the
village. He then proceeded to Weston, where he
also destroyed all the Government supplies. At
Chenille the same operations were gone through
with. The town of Spencer next surrendered to
Jenkins, where he took one hundred and fifty of
our men prisoners, and captured and destroyed
one hundred guns From thence he visited Rip
ley and Ravenswood, where like scenes were en-
acted, and where he captured Major B. Fl. Hill,
mastering officer, having in his possession FIVE
thousand dollars Government money The rebels
kept the money aud told Hill to leave. jenkins
is practical man.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

E9-We have received anonymous letter from
Harrisburg, in this county complaining of the treat
men of soldiers and their wives the North Carolina
Railroad If the writer will send us his name we will
publish the communication 1t makes charges which
may require Proof.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

NEW PosTMAsTER.-Ch Overman, Esq. has been
appointed Postmaster at Charlotte. The appointment
We believe, gives general satisfaction.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
NOTICE,

On Monday, the 27th of October inst, the Csurt
House in Charlotte, will sell at public auction for
cash, Thirty mine Hundred Dollars worth Of NJ O. Bate
Six per cent Bonds.
&. W. HOYLE, Adm'x Of 4. u. Hoy!s.
Oct. g. 1852. ct
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14

The arrival of the steamer California with army
supplies, at Confederate port is reported. 1t is
also reported, with some grounds Of direct proba
bility, that the Alabama (29O) has arrived.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-10-14
naz- A correspondent {: the Fayetteville Observer

ea5- A correspondent O. the Fayetteville Observer
writing from camp at Raleigh, says:
"Conscripts arriving rapidly under the energetic
and efficient management of Gov. Vance. They gen.
orally easily disciplined and are men OF more
tender. feelings Chose that have come I'M than any
class of military have They are mostly good
citizens in moderate circumstances, with young and
dependent families. They not able to get substl-
tuies leave home until actually compelled They
come here to their duty and submit to orders, be-
cause there necessity, and for froc and excite
ment."
The same writer speaks of the Lunatic Asylum at
Raleigh, as follows:
sThe Lunatic ASYLUM near Raleigh always attracts
the attention of travellers The building is very large
and conspicuous 1t cost the State $3.50 900 and has
been in operation about years, during which
time there have been 500 patients under treat
ment-sOme 200 of whom are there now. An ordinary
case of insanity, Dr.. Fisher who has charge of the
Institution, says, requires about six months treatment
Not one-ffth restored. Most of the patients
sustained by the State, for which there is annual
appropriation of S25,oOt 5000 year is charged for
board and treatment of a patient"