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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
GEN. J.. OBJ. BRANCH INDICATED

The following communication from Hanover
appeared in the Richmond Examiner of Saturday
the 7th It will be seen that the writer fully re-
tracts all the aspersions cast upon Gen. Branch's
conduct at the battle Of "Slash Church" Cor Han
over by communication which was published
some days previous:
RICHMOND, June 6, 1862
To the Editor of the Examiner:
In your paper of May 3lst appeared an article
on the battle in Hanover, by " Hanover" The
author afterwards found that some facts had been
unntentionally misstaed and that certain express
ions had been used which might, if unexplained, be
construed to reflect upon the personal bravery or
gcneralship of Gen. L. OBJ. Branch; therefore
"Hanover" requested you, on June LIST, to insert
an article explanatory of his first article, and was
told by your clerk that the article would appear
if possible. VIII you, sir, please publish said
article if possible; and il not, please publish at
least enough to assure the PUBLIC that Hanover"
is now satisfied that General Branch was on the
field before gun had been fired, and that he or
dered all Of his forces into position and did not
keep battery and four reg ments idle at his side
while the enemy moving down the Eighteenth
and Thirty seventh as was at first stated.
Gen r. E. Lee has thanked Gen. Branch for
his management Oh that occasion and for the con-
duct of his troops and as the first article, if
explained, might do injustice to brave officer it
is hoped that you will at least allow an explanation
l am, sir, &c, HANOVER.
The following is the letter from Gen Lee to
which the last paragraph of "Hanover's" COM
muncation refers:
Headquarters, Army Northern Virginia,
June Sd, 1862.
Brig General L. OBJ. Branch:
General: The report of your recent engage
ment with the enemy at "Slash Church" has been
l.. lol Nv Nj al
pleasure in expressing my approval Of the manner
in which you have discharged the duties of the
position in which you were placed, and of the
gallant manner your troops opposed very supe-
rior force of the enemy. I beg you will signify
to the troops of your command, which were
gagged on that occasion, my hearty approval of
their conduct, and hope that on future occasions
they will evinee like herosm and patriotic de-
votion. / am very respectfully,
Your OFT servant,
Signed: r. E. LEE, Gen.
Through Maj. Cen HILL.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

The following letter from Gen. Washington is
apropos to the present time:
FIsHKILL, October 3, 177S.-"1 am we'll con-
WINGED myself, that the enemy, long ere this, are
perfectly we'll satisfied that the possession of our
cities, while We have army In the field, will
avail them little. They well know that it is our
own arms, not defenceless towns, which they have
to subdue before they arrive at the haven of
their wishes; and that till this is accomplished,
the superstrEcture they have been endeavoring to
raise, like the 'baseess fabric of vision, falls to
nothing GEO. WASHINGTON,
''To the President of Congress"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

CHARLOTTE & S. G. R. R. co

COLOMBIA, May 20, 1862
The Directors have declared Stock Dividend .,
Thirty-three and Third per cent out of the snrn,
fund of the Company, which heretofore has been Ja
rived from the earnings of the road and used in navr
for its construction and property and in the reducoS
of the bonded debt. The same will be paid at tbi,
office on and after the 26th of May inst
Parties who may be entitled to fraction of a sbs,,
may receive the in money, pay an additional
sum, so as to receive full share
Stockholders are urged to have early adjustment
of this dividend and to bring send their cert6
Gates with them to this office.
c. BOUKNIGHT
May u, 1852 st Secy and Treasurer
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

THE WHEAT CROP OF TENNEssEE.-The
Greenville, Tennessee, Banner of the 4th inst,
says there had been material Improvement in the
growing wheat in that section within two weeks.
Some low fields will be a failure, but from the
present appearance, will certainly raise almost
an average crop. Early wheat is ripening-the
straw looking bright aud yellow. The rust as yet
is only the blade
The Knoxville Register, of the 5th says: The
wheat of this section, SO far, promises we'll, though
most Of it will not be ready for reaping for eight
or ten days yet. 1t has generally outgrown the
symptoms of rust which so alarmed the farmers
some weeks ago.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

The FIRST Mortgage Bonds of the Atlantic, Tenn,
Ohio Railroad Co. offered for sale. They
cured by the endorsement of the Charlotte & s. C.
Railroad Co.
There is no better investment for capitalists ard
scarcely any bonds offered in market secure.
Apply to NJ. l.. WINSTON, Treas
March 49, 1862 If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

The DEPTH OF HUMAN BAsENEss AND
MALIGNITY.-The Memphis "Appeap' has been
shown letter from estimable Southern lady
within the Federal lines, which states that one of
the Northern papers publishes prayer, as offered
In a New England church, beseeching for s'famine
IN the South, and the perpetual barrenness OF
every Southern woman's womb" Was the
loathsome depravity of Yankee character, or the
fendish malignity of the Yankee race towards us
ever before exhibited in such fitting incident?
1t exceis in intamy, if such thing be possible
the brutal and dia bolical order of the miscreant
Butler, recently issued at New Orleans Such is
the feeling of this abandoned race of people to-
wards us, who are now seeking TO whip US back in
to an intoerable social and political utilization with
them. Better far let the smoking ruins of once
prosperous cities, and a country made desolate and
barren by our own hands attest, if necessary.
the indomitable resoluteness of our determination
to be free.
EXCLUSIVE YANKEE Commemorative New
Orleans correspondent of the Havana Diario de la
Marina, of the 24th ult., says: Gen Butler has
just instructed Commodore Farragut not to allow
any vessels to come up to the city, excep. Ameri-
can"
John Bull and the Emperor will probably look
after this matter, as they did at Norfolk By the
way, perceive that there have been almost
daily arrivals of British ano French men-ofwar
for some time pas..-SaUannah Republican.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Through Maj, Gen. HILL.

| MAJOR-GEN. HILLS ADDRESS TO THE 18th
MISSISSIPPI REG'T.-While the 12ih Mississi ppi
Regiment was drawn up in line of battle on
Thursday, the 5th inst, Major General Hill, COM
manding the division in which it operates, rode
up and addressed itrelative to its conduct in the
recent battle before Richmond. The substance OF
his remarks was as follows:
T,cc!fM Mississippi: witnessed with my own
eyes your maneuvres Oh the battle-f field on Satur-
day, and | am proud to say that you maintained
your ground herolcally amid the deadly storm of
grape, canister, shell and musketry With you
there was no waverng, no unsteadiness, 70 tagging
| behind, but coward, still onward" you pressed
towards the enemy with spirit of valor which it
did my very heart good to witness, and the full
credit it affords much pleasure thus publicly to
accord you. The troops of Mississippi have won
laureIs for her upon every field, wherever they
have been engaged, and your gallant action on
Saturday can but add new lustre to her name.
love Mississippi as [ do my own native State.
There resides my only brother and beneath its
halowed soil repose the last remains of beloved
mother. Mississippians, from the bottom of my
heart, thank you.
Gen. Hits address to the 49h Virqinia-
" wish to say one word to the 10Th | am not
talking man, but | wish to say something to you
1t was my pleasure to you in the action of
Saturday; [ saw you steadily advancing in the
face of the enemy, under bloody and murderous
fire, without wavering. [ saw numbers of coward
hearts leaving the field, but | saw 20 u advancing
when whole brigade of the enemy stood in your
path. l saw your Colonel bearing the flag on
h orseback at the head of the column cool and
deliberate, under the calling fire of the enemy;
united not one of you faltered, no towards or
white hearts were among you. Brare men,
honor you; you have done nobly, and your country
and the State of Virginia will honor you for it.
| saw numbers of men leaving the field, some with
pain in the knee, some with pain in the
stomach, some were sick and said they were
broken down, yet travelling with race horse speed
But when l say this, I am not speaking of you
as among this number Men, | want it under
Stood 1t is your duty if you see the General, even,
running, to shoot him down as a coward No
has right to fall out of ranks or leave the field
without the permission of the General commanding
You have men detailed to remove the wound
ed, and no other man can leave without the certi-
hcate of the Surgeon, who should always be pre-
sent there for that purpose"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

THE CoNscRIPT LAw.-The indulgence gran
ted by Congress allowing all persons under thirty
FIVE years of age until the 18th day of June to
join volunteer companies, has expired. Those who
have not taken advantage of the opportunity thus
offered, to go willingly forward to the cause OF
their country, will now be subject to impress
ment. The law is a stringent one, but it was
ed, and none should be indisposed to avoid the
responsibilities which it imposes and which it's ne
cessity has long since pointed out.-Richmond
Enquirer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
BARLEY WANTED.

want to purchase, Immediately, all the BARLEY
can get, for which the highest market price will be
paid. MARTIN MUNZLER.
Charlotte, Oct 20, 1861. If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Gents Furnishing Goods.
HIGH POINT FEMALE SEMINARY.
HIGH POINT, N. G.

HIGH POINT, N. G.
The Fall Session vii! begin Monday, July 2lst,
1862, with the corps of teachers and the same
leading characteristics heretofore For information
the merits of the school, refer with confidence
to our former patrons.
TWENTY WEEKS.
Board, at So 50 per week, $50 90
Regular Tuition. lower classes, IL so
q higher classes, Is 90
Piano Guitar Lessons 20 90
Wax, Worsted or Feather work, 3 90
Tsr,ns-Fifty dollars in advance; the remainder at
the close of the session No deduction for absence
of less than consecutive weeks
For further information address,
S. LANDER, A NJ,
June TO- 1862 Principal.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

Stockholders desiring their stock dividend will leay,
their original certificates with me. The coupons du,
upon the Bonds of this Company the lst of July
will be paid presentation to the undersigned
June II, 1862 A II. MARTIN Agent
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Atlantic, Tenn. & Ohio IL. r.,

STATEsvILLE, June 2, 1862
On and after Thursday the 9Th inst, the Passenger
Train will leave the head of the Road on Mondays
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, at $40 A. N ,
and reach Charlotte in time with the morn
ing train to Columbia. Passengers leaving Satesvis
in the morning will reach Columbia in the afternoon.
I. J. SUMNER
June II, 1862 Engineer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
TAN BARK WANTED.

WANT to purchase large quantity of tan bark sn
Season and will pay Five Dollars per cord delivered
the Tan Yard Four Dollars per cord loaded Oh ' a
cars on any Rail Road any DISTANCE not exceeains
miles. NJ b. ih'+'"
March 10, s62 5m
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For Sale,

HELPERS HOTEL, with all the Furniture and Fix.
lures, stock of Provisions &c. Possession given i'm
media tey. H. p. HELPER.
Davidson College, y. G., June TO- 1862 Im-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
Oil. Oil. Oil!
IN ULES.
FOR SALE.

three story Brick Building on the corner of Main
Square, Lincolnton, well suited for Residence
Boarding douse Hotel For particulars, inquire at
this Office address the undersigned at Lincolnonr
N. G. u. SCHEhCK.
May 81, 1862 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

THE ARMIES NEAR RICHMOND.-SinceG Gen
Lee assumed command, many things have been
done for the benefit of the public service and the
soldier individually which hitherto have been
overlooked or neglected. The number of guards
to and from camp have been augmented, so as to
prevent egress ingress without proper permits,
aud stragglers in town, though numerous enough,
are not SO many as might be at first supposed.
The enemy are not reported in such numbers
across the swamp as heretofore, neither are their
actions so bold as Of late They said to be
strengthening their position by every means
known to strategy and fertilization, but making
| no further advances. From those who have pen
etrated their lines and progressed inward, We learn
that the enemy very numerous on the Charles
City road, and that for many miles 1T IS naught
but a succession of camps. Others again give
good reason for surprising that Mcclellan has
withdrawn a portion of his force, but these are
rumors merely and at best but little reliance can
be placed in them-Rtchaond Dispatch
FROM CHATTANooGA-The Augusta Sentinel
learns frem passengers that the enemy retreated
from Chattanooga on Sunday at IL o clock The
only result of their attack was the butchering of
some women and children. Col. Morgan had
crossed the river with two bodies of cavalry to
gain their rear. Gen. Kirby Smith was in pur-
suit with 5000 men.
We hear it reported on the streets, but have
not been able to it to really reliable sources,
that Col Starnes, who is represented to be we'll
acquainted with all the passes and gaps in the
country adjacent to Chattanooga has cut off and
captured five hundred of the enemy. 1t is stated
that ne permitted the main body to pass uumolest-
ed, and captured the rear guard.
1t Is also stated that Gen. Kirby Smith and Col
Morgan, with an adequate force, have crossed the
Tennessee at some point above Chattanooga, with
the intention of intercepting, and possible cap
turing body of the enemy supposed to be NOV
ing towards Nashville for its protection.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

WANTED.

DaE~ Blank Deeds, Attachments, and Court
Blanks, for sale at this Office.
In consequence of the great advance in paper arc
compelled to advance the price of Blanks to So que
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17

z. F. Neugher kHed-We rejoice to learn
that among the killed, on the Yankee side, in the
late battle near Richmond, is the name of Thomas
Francis Meagher, who, himself an exile from an
alleged despotism, stirred up the hearts of his I'M
suspecting countrymer, to help fasten the chains
of despotism on the South, in comparison with
which, the political suffering of his own Erin is
perfect liberty. We pity the frailties of the poor
deluded men whom he seduced to this battle field
in tyrant's cause; but we thank God that Meagh-
er was slain by southern bullet
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1862-06-17
NOT ICE,


The market price paid for Hides, by
May ID, 1862 If S. NJ. HOWELL
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12
Q5rorerles ano 1lropislous.

NLARET WINES and BRANDIES, from
" PAUL DE CONIACK, M0NOD, aud GUIRAuD
Bordeaux. france
Warranted strictly rre. por sale By
J. MARC MARTIN, Importer,
No. 2o3 Pcari-st.. II. Y.
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12
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New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12

HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCHU.
For weaknesses arising from Exee'se habits oil Ds'ipa'
tiou, Early Indiscretions Abuse, attended
with the follo wing symPtoma:
Indisposition to Esertion. Loss Of Power,
Loss Of Memory. Difficulty Of Breathing
Weak Nerves. Trembling
Horror Of Dises's, Wsksfnlne'''
Dimness fvi,iOn. PsIa in tho B'ek,
uo. Hands, Flushing of the Body
Dryness OF the Skin, ETuptions on the race
Uniysr,sI Lsssituds Of the Psnid Countsnance.
Muscular System,
These sympton' allowed to 90 on which this medicine
inysrisbly remove soou follow
IMPOTENCE, FATUIrY EPILEPTIc FITS.
In one Of which tho patient may expire. Who can say
they are frequently followed By tho'' drefoi dis'A'e'
INSANITY ANb CONSUMPTION.
Mary are aware ofthe cause. Of their suffering bu. none
wI confess.
THE RECORDS OF THE INSANE AsYLUMs,
And tho melancholy dssthi By Consumption bear rPe W.T.
ne. TO tho truth Of tho assertion.
The constitution once affected with
ORGANIC WEAKNESS,
tho aid OF medicine 10 strengthen ard inysorhe the
systsIn, which
EXTRACT BUOtlU
INVARIABLY DOES.
4 Tyia! v.a CoEsircs ns rs'l SkeD.ieII.
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12
9rwin9 nlatbines.

A SEWING-MACHlNE for EVERYBODY.--
IN Tho NewYo State fsr recently held at Rochester
has confirmed the practical utility, oI I!dy, mud efficiency OF
Mmc. DemoTesps 81 Running Stitch Sewing zcLne b.
awarding Il the ifst premium. For particulars address
Nine. DEMOREsr, No 40 Broadway.
WHEELER d WILSON, SINGER,
w FiNKLE L LYON. HOWE, lna all Gutelas,
SEWING CHIMES for SALE part cash and the basncs
In monthly inst.llments. r. H. DIAMOND $50 Broadway
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12
GREAT ARGAIN to CLOSE OUT

" FARM for SALE. in New-Jcrsey, consisting Of ~
Acres OF beautiful Farming Lsndconyenient TO railroad
station and saon to Philadelphia and New ork!
forty es the about 100 under hns leacs
and orcesn cultivation; $500 Fruit Trees Of the
choicest kinds together with fine assortment Of small Fruits
and Grape kines several Of Cranberry Meadow, with
gate hoodng which also oers excellent edYaa.nges fos
procuring ee 40 Il blsck Muck, at pressn. %
highly valued fertilizer upon which growing
thiy eedls furnishing ample fencing ma,oIisl two good
Farm olss 100 feet Of Barns and other ouihoaAe' We
running lacraly the propery stem OF orses ana
young Oxen: Harness. donbe and single three seos ace
now In use upon the farm Convenient school
and good honienirke All for the Of &3Cp $eNo
which time n su purchaser at ~ cet LITER
es. Title Indispensable. Address, X KENT,
Brooklyn Hew-iork
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12

nor SALE-The three story, basement and
sub-celsr brown stone front HOUSE. No 70 Second
place. Brooklyn; has bathroom, marble wash basins range,
furnace &c parors and hall ffescoed. Price, 5000 Terms
easy Apply to L. r. KELLOGG, No. i3s Pear.s.. N. Y
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12

EOR SALEr--At DarieD, Conn, Al miles from
H. New. York BY NJ II. Railros5 FARM Of Is acres on
the sound IL has oyster bed. some beautiful cedat
groves with scattering eveTreensj Also hickory, chernu
os aud pine trees young oTchsds abundance and
rsty Of pears also pesche plums cherries qunce' and ~
sIna fuiis and berries Has rieh loan SOIL all productive
The finest oil bathing f,ing boating, and cunning Has
ne 2sory and attic house, good well aud several fns
springs Of water Price ie00 IL decidedly Ssrzain
C. O. PRATT. No. ~ Pinest Room No. O.
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12

ERUIT FARM for SALE, at PlaiDfeld, N. j.
Forty acres Of superior Land with than 500 Fruit
Trees in fun bearing all OF the very bes. varieties beda
Ina fruits by the Has five Of woodland and
living stream Of pure water through it, has also
fne bulldog sites and the situation and prospect very
beautiful. Pice 5000. c. q. PRATT,
No. 81 Pine-st Ro m No. Q.
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12
Doaro ano Rooms.

BOARD WANTED in BROOKLYN-Bv A
I'D Lady two children and nurse, In quiet family IN "A.
vicinity Of Tompkns place paror and bedroom feauS
Address Box No. 3,67o, New-York. - ~ -'-'~
New-York daily tribune., 1862-11-12

Tslsno rms Ba'.r,. MUeu,g Or unpl..san, Medicine
fcr ungois.ni AID DANGEROUS Diseases
HELMBOLD'S EXTRACT BUCHU
AsD
IMPROVED ROSE WASH
CURES SECRET DISEASES
IN al Their stages G., e eIPeuie e or no change IN diet
20 ilcorwniencs snd .ypouro. II csr,e' frequent
de,- sd gives strength 10 uIiuaie thereby removing o5
sflc,lons proytnig aud curing S.reiufe- o tho tte
sayirg P1n rnd fnfammttiou fcqueu In tbs class ~
dfeases and slen- all roioaou dseased snd worn out
matter - -
THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS WHO HAVE BEEN
THE VICTIMS Or QUhCKS.
snd who paid heavy fees 10 - cgGcd H. sholt tine
have gd they scclyod and thai tho POISON ha BY
Of "towerful siringefeoI" been died up ia the
.ystem to bTclk ont IN ar hgsrar.ied f1ir, and
PERHAPS AFTER MAAKIA0E.
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Professional Notices.

EDWARD II. DIXON, N. D., Editor of The
H. soape aud Operating aud Consung Surgeon, No q
ay Ofce consultations the obscure di.eascs OF
the pelvic vscer Rupture, Piles, VaIicoccle and Fstua
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from 10 8, 10 O. and to 0 evenings.
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rgNO PRINTERS -First-class JOB PRINTER
waited immediately To good hand constant employ
uaent will be given No other need apply.
ISAAC j. OLIVER, No % Beckmsn-st.