The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-04-19

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Bacon, 26l,842
In addition to the above Capt. Finger estimates
that $4,000 bushels Corn and 800, 600 pounds Bacon
yet to come in, making altogether l44,9lo bush
els Corn and SOL ,842 pounds Bacon.
The above table is accurate and we may say that
figures, in this instance, 'cannot lle."
In order to ascertain how much of each article
was raised in the District during the past year,
multiply the figures by ten. For instance just null
tiply the amount of corn, wheat and bacon already
received, and it shows four hundred and ffty-one
thousand hundred and ninety bushels wheat,
nine hundred and forty nine thousand one hundred
and eighty bushels corn, and two millions six hun
hundred and eighteen thousand four hundred and
twenty pounds of bacon. This is not taking into
account the estimated amount of 1.-THE yet to be paid
on these articles. It is certain that a large amount
is yet to be paid coru and bacon, and may
safely say that final settlement will show nearly
one million FIVE hundred thousand bushels of
and five millions pounds of bacon.
Let it be remembered that the above figures
present only one-tenh of each article prod uced in
the eight counties composing this District. And
LET it be remembered also, that in addition to this,
each producer reserved 100 bushels of corn so
bushels of wheat, and 20 bushels of peas. which
he not required to pay the tenth. And further
let it be remembered. that many persons did not
make quite 100 bushels corn or SO bushels wheat,
and therefore paid no 1.-THE at ALL
Now, taking these facts into consideration, have
not been correct in saying that there is really
scarcity Of food We are generally careful in
our statements, and whenever say anything it is
with view of standing up to it. If cannot
maintain our declarations will not hesitate to
acknowledge it, but there must be good evidence
to convince us-not mere assertions without proof.
1t is true that the supplies of some particular per-
sons short-we learn that families are Of
ten reduced to bread and water-but this cannot be
owing to the general scarcity of provisions.
Our only object in this matter is to show that
there is good ground for entertaining fears Of
starvation. If each will sell his surplus only
part of it. (and trust Providence for another crop,)
the wants of all will be supplied and suffering pre-
vented. We have faith enough in the rg hteousness
of our to believe that God will bless with
good crops this year. and ultimately from
subiugation and ruin. But to these bless
ngs, each lin whatever sphere he is acting)
must do his duty The man who has it in his
power to relieve the wants of public at this time
and refuses do it, will be cursed and ought be
cursed.
What is true ~ regard to this District, is true
OF nearly ali the oLner DstrlclS, III prOpOrtlOn
We publish article our first page from the
Raleigh Confederate, showing that there is an album
dance of food in the Sd District. The fact Isl the
talk about general scarcity is net only untrue, but
is encouragement to the yankees to persevere
in their INVASION hoping that starvation will accom-
plish our overthrow. We want to convince them
that they need not expect to subjugate through
Gen Starvation.
From all directions we hear good reports of the
wheat crop. The recent rains have. brought it out
wonderfully. and the prospect is cheering. There
is no excuse for dependency. Let everybody in
the South do what they can to supply the necessities
of the non-producing class, at present high
prices and there will be danger of 'breadriots''
suffering All will be well, if every man does
his duty, aud will not practice countenance
tortion.
EXEMPTING FARMERS.-We are gratifed to learn
from the Raleigh Progress that sixty -one farmers
have recently been released from the Conscript Camp
at Raleigh and sent home to cultivate their farms.
This is right, and shows that the authorities
anxious to foster the producing interests of the
country.
bas- The General Assembly of the Presbyterian
Church of the Confederate States, meets in this
town on the 9Th of May. a large number of per-
sons expected to be present on the occasion,
and among them some of the ablest Divines in the
country. The citizens of Charlotte are trying to
make preparations to take of the visitors.
Fresh meats will be in demand about that time
other things in proportion.
We.are authorized to say that the Delegates to
the General Assembly will pass over the various
Railroad lines for one fare-they must pay their
fare coming, but will return free on the certificate
of the Secretary of the Assembly.