The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1863-01-27
DIED.

In this county the 4h inst, of Apoplext, James
Henderson, EARLY in life he connected himself with
the PRESBYTERIAN Church, of which he continued n
consistent and exemplary member until his death. For
number of years lie was Deacon. which office he
discharged with honor himself and acceptance
the church. He died in n good old age, being &c
wears months and 20 days old, and universally be-
loved leaving the church and numerous descendants
TO mourn their loss. Con-.
On the 18th of July, 1852 in the hospital Will
mington of typhoid fever after a brief illness, David
Rufus Kerr, aged 10 years He was member
of Capt. Griers company, from Mecklenburg county,
in the llth n. c. Reg. He the only of his
mother; her only support in life. He kind,
afectonac and dutifnl son, beloved by all who knew
him. lie had in early life given his heart to God.
He was a consistent and worthy member of the church
of Steel Creek, and had by consistent and holy walk
exemplifed the truth of the religion he possessed
Though he possessed of much flia affection
any bov ever knew. yet when his country called for
volunteers to defend her rights against invading
foe though be but Z years of age, of pure
patriotism he stepped forward and offered himself
sacrifice upon the altar of his country. 4 FRIEND.
Lieut. W. W. Cloninger (son of Moses Cioningcr) was
born in CASTOR county, n. c., August 10th, 1881 In
November 1862 he joined the Evangelical Lutheran
Church. throwing away the things of earth and became
follower of The meek and lowly Lamb. In July 1851
he volunteered as private in Company II, 28th N g.
Reg, from CASTOR county. While in the Camp of In
struction High Point hewas appointed LIST Sergeant
of said Company. lie faithfully and honestly dis
charged the duties cncnmbent upon him in said Office
the entire satisfaction of both officers and Ervates
of said Company. While in camp near Wilmington.
the Company re-organzed, ard his name present
ed for Captain bat he declined anG he then elect
cd LIST Lieut. without dissenting vote On the 2Ith
May, 1852. his first opportunity distine ush
himself upon the battle field in defence of his country
cause. He acted with the bravery of hero and
though forces oyerPowe and compelled to
yield the ground that they had gained and considera
bic number including the Captain, was captured, he
made his escape nnhurt. The command of the Com
pany then GeTolved upon him, in which capacity he
acted in fifteen pitched battles, leading his VIC
torous ia every contest At the battle of Freaericks
burg, Va. he mertally wounded in the breast an
also wounded in the thignliving ihirty-six hours in
horrible suffering then bid adcu to all earthly things
and trust he is shining in glory. He is gone never
TO leaving aged grandfather father mother
three brothers, one sister and many friends
their loss. FREED
At the residence Of Mr. Jas Wiicford, in the town
of Concord January 18th, after weeks of suffer
ing little Willie Yancey only child of e. T and n T.
Alexander. aged years, months and some days.
There is death TO such thon dear Wil!ie-it was
only gentle passage to Heaven-death IL sin, and
thou borne hence sin had left its stain
thy pure breast. Thou too pare 10 linger here,
aud though hearts wishing 10 hear thy sweet
voice and see thy face again. yet can look
upward through our falling tears and say,
Thou art gone hence our beautiful
To the land Of holy rest.
Ne sorrow, care can reach thee now,
Safe plowed on Jesus breast.
Then weep no more fond parents,
Thy cherub boy is gone,
And ere long You'll meet him
Among tie angelic throng-
The Lord hn.s. given and the Lord hath taken
away Blessed be The name of the Lord. " E. A.