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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

e We have been furnished by W. NJ. Matthews,
Esq, of this place, with the following extract from
a letter from his son. Lieut. w. nj Matthews of the
sd n G. Regiment, prisoner on johnson 5
Island The letter is dated Jan. 3d.
Il am very well. The soldiers from Mecklenburg
all we'll. The weather is very cold here, the
Lake being frozen over and travelling from here to
Sandusly Is done the ice I am tolerably we'll
supplied with clothing-have a stove in our shanty.
and Lieut.. Alexander and get along pretty well,
but the time passes slowly"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

THE STATE JOURNAL" published at Raleigh,
has been sold by Mr. Spelman, the former Editor
and proprietor. to A. NJ. German 81 Co. The pub
LEGATION of the paper will be continued in Raleigh
under the name of THE CONFEDERATE -
(which" says the proprietor, will be signi6-
cant Off political complexion"
MIR German is native of Raleigh, and is prin-
ter and Editor by profession. having published the
Spirit of the Age" for the past is 90 years He
Is well-informed man and good writer and will,
no doubt make an interesting and valuable paper,
and do good service for the Confederate cause.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

DO the men who have hired substitutes think
that few dollars and cents is all they must pay
for the blessed boon of liberty and independence 2
A pipe, like quack medicine, is nothing till
it is pulled.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

CONFEDERATE BoNDs-At auction sale in Rich
mond last week, Confederate per cent Bonds
brought $lS 80 premium. Cotton Bonds $74 to
s75 premium. These prices show steady ad-
vance i'll Confederate securities. A good sign.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

ss2S Mr. A Brevard Davidson of this county, killed
hhy-'wo hogs this season, averaging two hundred
anu twenty-five pounds each. All the hogs under
3 months DID, This beats our friend, Mai Potts.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

SHADE TREEs.-We sorry to see that many
Of shade trees along the sidewalks here in town
dying. We hear it attributed to the gas pipes
which run the trees, but can't say whether it
is correct or not. If the trees affected in that
way at ALL we suppose it is by escaping gas, which
might be remedied by immediate attention to leaks.
By the by. now is the time to plant out shade
trees. and we hope citizens will give it their
attention. He who plants tree is public 5ene-
factor.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26
Administrator Notice.

All persons holding claims against the estate Of
Tobias Wolfe, deceased, must present them TO mo
previous April Court shall make FINAL settle
ment Of the estate at that time.
JAS. B. ROBINSON, Admir-.
Jan Ie, 1864 lmpd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26
TO YOUR LOOMS

A large and excellent lot OF WEAVER'S SLEYB,
comprising al necessary NUMBERS for barter sale.
MOODY PRITCHARD.
Jan 10, 1864 81
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

Il will attend the following times and places 20
collect annual intereshue debts Sequessred TO the
use Of the Confederate States at December Torn 1861
At Newton January 25th and 2eth.
Statesyilie, Z" 27th.
Charlotte, February 5th.
Shelby, 9th.
.. sCEEEOK, Receiver.
Jauuary 10, 1864 It
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

n 1t is stated that the Brigade of North Caro-
lima troops under Gen. R. F. Hoke. has been order
ed into this State to do duty. The actious public
meetings. held in this State last year by few per-
sons, think made it necessary to keep portion
of Hokes Brigade on duty in certain sections of
North Carolina during the summer and fall. and we
fear that certain movements on the part Of malic
Gus, sptefu men. will create the same necessity
again. We do not speak by the authority of any
one but judge from indications visible to any one
who will carefully examine the meaning of certain
movements.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26
A MAMMOTH swINDLE.

great swndle has just come to light in Virginia.
Capt. Decie, Englishman, residing near the
Montgomery White Sulphur Springs has swinded
the Bank of the Valley at Christiansburg, Va, and
private individuals out of the of 5 200 900 and
escaped. He. did the big transaction by uears of
bogus bills of sterling exchange The Lynehburg
Virginian gives the following account of the affair
'The bills were disposed of to various merchants
and brokers of Richmond and other towns, and on
being forwarded for collection the startling fact
was brought to light that they were spurious
They, however, bear the endorsement of the Cash
Ter of the Bank ofthe Valley at Christansburg,
which indemnifes the holders from loss, but will
ruin the Bank The Cashier had such assurances
as to make him perfectly confident of his safety in
the transactions, but it turns out that they were
delusive. Among those who vouched for his re-
sponsibility We hear the names Of gentlemen 10
high station connected with the Government.
"Decie, we believe claims to be an officer in the
Royal Navy, and we understand, had some con-
nection with our Government He has been re-
siding for year or two in Montgomery, where he
owns plantation, and has recently had erected
splendid residence. A great deal of his time,
however, spent in Richmond where he lived
in p-incey style, paying much as one hundred
and forty dollars day at the hotels, besides taking
his meals at the restaurants. His extravaganza
seemed to have no bounds. we hear the names
of Wadsworth, Palmer 4 Co., Samuel Harrison,
and - Foster, broker of Richmond, as among
the victmzed. Parties in Wilmington also suf
fered. Decie is supposed to have gone to England.
lie left fifteen twenty negroes, farm, furniture,
etc., which have been attached for the benefit of
the sufferers. Other facts will no doubt be devel-
oped of this mann moth swnde."
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

CONDITION OF NORTH MIssIssIPPI.-The
people are, vita but few exceptions, true to the
South. Our money is worth more in that section
than elsewhere in the Coufederacy, being about
ten for one in gold. You can buy pork within
eight miles of Memphis for 40 cents in Confederate
Treasury notes, aud there is not single house in
North Mississippi that We were in, that the host
or hostess would charge immoderate price, and
the majority Of them will not receive cent from
Confederate soldier. 1t may be said it was not
so some time since. That may be, bat it is so now;
the people are redeeming themselves from past
shortcomings The neutral ground, i. e, the terri
tory lying between fernando and Memphis, claim
ed by the Yankees is filled with descrters from
both armies, who have banded together in many
instances to rob friend or foe Rob5eries are of
frequent occurrence and it s not safe for quiet ctl-
Gems to roam at large especially if they have money
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

HELPING TO MAKE TRoUBLE-We no
tice in the Raleigh Standard that "public meet
ing will be held somewhere in Cabarrus county,
between China Grove and Coleman's Turnout
And we learn that similar meeting is to be held
in CASTOR county, These meetings gotten up,
doubt, according to the directions of the Stan
dard, and as friend to peace here at home we
warn all good people to keep clear of such
movements. They will result in good to the
Confederate cause and will bring trouble. A
few good men may participate in these meetings
through ignorance of their design, and therefore
We WISH as far can, to put them on their
guard. We say, distinctly, that we have good rca-
son for believing that the calls for these meetings
emanate from clique at Raleigh, or the striker"
of said clique, and not from the people themselves
in the different neighborhoods and counties
No counties in the State have done more for the
Confederate cause, according ability, than have
Cabarrus and Castor, and do not believe "the
people" of those counties desire to neutralize their
noble acts now by holding meetings and engender-
ing strife. Such movements are started by few
men who entertain a spite agans: authorities.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

THE PEACE PARTY.-The talk about peace by
certain parties in North Carolina is all deluson,
and they we'll know it. Their only Objects to
get party power in the State. And should they
elect the Legislature next summer, and their can
didatc for Governor, will hear no more Of con-
ventions and peace meetings. We warn the peo-
pie not to be deceived for all this party wants are
votes, for peace can no more be obtained in their
way than we can fly to the moon. We tell the
people it is party trick to carry the summer cleo
| tons. Shelly Eagle
And we believe it is also intended to procure the
secession of North Carolina from the Confederaey
and thus involve US in civil war
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

GEN. LEES PARDoN-The Richmond CORES.
pondent of the Columbus Sun says that Gen. Lee
p4rdoned, the other day, just as the sentence was
about to be executed, deserter, condemned to be
shot. Ris for so doing was to encourage
the wives of all soldiers to act the wife of this
man had done. When the officers came in search
Of him she promptly delivered him up, saying it
was her duty, in spite OF her love for him and the
suffering and hardships she endured in consez
quence of his absence, to send him back to the ar
my that so much needed him in this hour of the
country's tribulation. For her sake Gen. Lee
shared him. Let other wives take note.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

SMALL Pox.-We learn from the journal that
small pox is spreading in Wilmington. We also
hear of its being at two three towns along the line
of the North Carolina Railroad.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

Rel LIsTING.-An enthusiastic meeting of the
l54th Tennessee Regiment, (Johnston's army,) was
recently held, at which resolutions were unanimous
y passed rendering their services to the Confeder
ate Government as long the war lasts. The whole
of Bates brigade has resolved to renlst for the
and never lay down their arms until their homes
rescued from the enemy and the independence OF
the Confcderacy established. 1t is said that the
same spirit animates the army of Virginia.
Why should any one staying at home think OIL
talk of being whipped or of giving up, while oul
brave soldiers are actuated by such noble patriotic
determination! Let all hands take fresh courage.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

gallant wag was lately sitting by bis beloved,
and being unable to think of anything to say, ask
ed her why she was like tailor? 81 don't know"
said ehe with pouting lip, "unless it is because
am sitting beside goose.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

Town ORDINANCEs.--We publish to-day the
Ordinances of the Town of Charlotte as revised and
amended by the new Board of Commissioners.
Every man who lives in town ought to read these
Ordinances SO that he may not plead ignorance of
the law, and it is the duty of every good citizen to
sustain the authorities in enforcing the law; and if
the town authorities do not enforce the laws they
ought to repeal them.
We learn that the Board have not only re-
fused to grant licenses to retail sprituous liquors,
but have abrogated those in existence. So that
hereafter, we suppose, there will be mary drap''
to be had even for the stomach's sake.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

THE RAILROADS.-Several officers of different
Railroad lines have sent to Congress remonstrance
against the ''indscriminate CONSUMPTION of railroad
employees This entirely unnecessary, as
suppose member of Congress any else
thought of an = indiscrimnate conscription ~
of railroad employees; but we hope the members of
Congress have thought of curtailing the number of
exemptions for the Railroads We know that thou
sands of people think that this might be done with
out injury to the transportation business, and we
of those who think so, and believe can
give many good reasons for the opinion. We are
not opposed to the exemption of necessary number
of employees for the railroads, even if they arc
within the conscript age but we are opposed to the
employment of able bodied white men, within the
con<cript age. to do the work that might be done
by negro laborers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-01-26

70 The North Carolina steamer Advance was
ashore near the mouth of Cape Fear River, in
the early part of last week, while trying to get into
Wilmington with cargo from Nassau. After
hghteningher she got off and is safe Her
cargo consists of blankets shoes, and cotton cards.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

and the other embellishments very we'll done, and possessing an interest to the sex who are busy just now in preparing for the "spring Campaign" of dress making.
 C. J. Peterson, Publisher, Philadelphia.
 Ths Lady's Friend, for March, the newest of the periodicals of fashion, maintains it's rep utation. It opens with beautiful steel en- graving called "The Pet Bird" Then we have handsome double Fashion Plate-such as the public are not accustomed to expect in stwo dollar magazine-and fine piece Of music, called the "Chattanooga Grand March, Among the letter-press we notice two more fine engrav;ngs, illustrative of "The False Arrest" and "The Transformed Vil- lage j" and a large number of engravings ill- ustrative of Novelties and Fashions.
 Among the stories are Loss and Gain," by Virginia F. Townsend "The False Ar rest" by Miss Donuelly "Mabers Mission ;' " At Last" by Mary J. Allen "The Trans formed Village" &c.,. Sc.
 Deacon & Peterson, Publishers, Philadel- phia Price S2.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25
New Haven, Feb. l6 1864.

New l1aNeU, Ceu. lo 1COf. JAMES HUMPHREY, Jr. Dear Sir.-1 have an. other noble record of donations to acknowl- edge and desire through your paper to make them known, and in the name of those poor needy, suffering, fugitives from Slavery-thank the donors for their noble gifts in money and clothing.
 In Harwinton there has been donated $69. in Morris. SIS; in Watsrtown, $2S7; in Woodbury, $l20; in Roxbury, from Harry Booth, Esq. $l0,amounting to over $500. How many sorrowing hearts will be cheered by the aid thus generously furnished will never be known-but the recording Angel' will place it in Gods book of remembrance md it shall eventually be found that he (which giveth to the poor lendeth to the Lord" and is only Bread cast upon the waters to be returned after many days.' May the remaining towns in Litchfield county be ''provoked to good works in the same good cause.
 Very Respectfully and truly yours,
 WILLIAM N. HACKNEY
 Agent N. F. R. Association.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25
matter, which we gladly publish in justice to

matter, which we gladly publish in justice to the town.
 A statement published in the Berkshire Courier (copied in the ENQUIRER of last week) in regard to the treatment of the family of John O'Brien by the town of Norfolk is untrue in many of its particulars and the conclusions and comments of the writer are mistaken and unjust. The facts are these John OBrien enlisted in the Huh Regiment of this State in september, 1881. He was at the time of his eni's 'stment unit for the servicein consequence oi physieai and (to some exten) mental weak ness caused as it is said by sun stroke a year or two previous
 me Regiment left the State in December .oi,o"'ns' anu U brlen Was soon after found to be incapable of doing duty, and vas m tba sick list until the next spring. when hs c.mo home on furlough which expired the 2etb of August, lSo2. He remained at home overstav ing his furlough until April 4th of the nry, year, when in consequence of general order addressed to delinquent soldiers he repor,ed at New Haven, and was admitted into the hospital these, where he has since been. in about the same state of health as when he en- listed. He has received his pay regularly from the Government and also his State bounty.
 In September last the wife of OBrien died
 
 enteen years ofage The husband came from New Haven to attend the funeral, ,and in a day or two returned. The selectmen of the town were desrous of keeping the family together if possible, and endeavored to induce the fath- ! CT to apply a portion of the pay he was re- | eeiving 10 the support of the children, but he l neglected to do so. As the State Comptroller | had also at that time declined to grant the state allowance to the family, for the reason that O'Brien had been reported as a deserter, | there was no other reasonable course left for ! [ he selectmen, but to provide suitable places for the children and necessarily to separate them. The adjoining town of North Canaan assumed the support of three of the children children having been born in the adjoining town of New Marlborough, it was thought proper to send him to the authorities of that town, that they might provide for him. IL was not of course anticipated that the child would be sent to the State poorhouse al Monson.
 O'Brien has drawn for himself and family from the State and Government in less than two years and half about six hundred dol lars, and the town have expended for them one hundred and thirty dollars. There ha. no doubt been wrong committed toward tht State and Government that O'Brien was no long since discharged, but the town of Nor folk should not be blamed for this, as the fact that he was entirely unfit for the service at the time he enlisted and would remain so, wa: within a few months afterWald communicated to the State authorities.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25
p9- The New York Evening Post. speak no of inc Union State Convention, says:

The renomination of Governor Buckingham, of Connecticut, by the Union State Conven- tion, was proper acknowled dgment of the marked capacity he has exhibited in the dis, charge of the duties of his office during a most critical period. Under his administration Connecticut has been one of the foremost Of ,t the northern states in meeting and filling all the demands of patriotism her regiments promply sent in the field, have everywhere served with eminent bravery and tortltude; while her domestic concerns have been at all times managed with prudence and economy, so that no state at this moment has brighter re- cord either as regards her war or peace estab- lishments. Of Governor Buckingham's. re- election there can be no doubt; the loyal dem- ocrats of the state will support his, to man, one of the best men in that party having pre- sided over the Uncn Convention and the Seymour Toucey peace mongers will be obiI- ged for another year to submit to loyal rule and and loyal record for their state.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

Parson Brownlow is reported to be danger ously i'll at Knoxville. A letter says His recovery is question of serious doubt: He says, however, that he is not going to give up the ghost until every rebel leader swings, and the Union is restored. He is confined to his room, and much of the time to his bed.'
 About $7,o0G,0O0 of the new national cur rency have been issued to the National Banks. This issue is of fives and tens exclusively. The new notes for $2O, $50 and $l00 are in prep aration, and Will soon be ready for issas.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

KESr.-Rev. Evarts Scuduer, of Kent, is the fortunate minister of people who. all though behial the times, they are sensible enough to realize the increased cost of living to minister, and generous enough to meet it. At New Years they made him parish visit, the result of which to him was $50 in money, and SEQ worth of substantial presents.
 A few weeks since they surprised him with a heavy express bundle, which to his great joy contained Appleton's New American Cy- clopada''-l8 vols, including the two annual vols. already published. It is useful library in itself.
 fot satisfied with this, they raised his sal,- ry to ,o00 and parsonage, and have given him vacation of seven months that he may visit Europe, during which time they continue his salary and supply his pulpit. If this is not doing the handsome thing, some of tn neighboring churches may show us what is.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

The Connecticut War Record, for February /, is received. and is an interesting number. It contains the usual Record of events, the regi- mental history of the 18th Reg't c. ", sup Plsmentary history of tho three months Rsgi- ments, communications from several of our regiments now in the field, beside numerous other articles of interest to our soldiers and soldiers friends.
 Peek, White & Peck, Publishers, New Ha- ven. $1, year.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25
NOTICE |! REMOVAL.

We shall remove the Office of the ENQUIRER this week, to the 2d story of the building di- rectly west of our present location, Lords Building) where We shall be happy to receive our friends after this date
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

SECOND CONN. ARTILLERY-Ths following farther promotions in this Regiment have just been made official:
 Capt. James 0. Rice, of Goshen, 10 be Ma jor' 1st Lieut.. Bradley D. Lee, (late 0. M.,) of Hitcocockville, to be Captain; David B. Norman, of Bridgeport, to be 2d Lieut..
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

~We learn by telegraph that Hon. o. S. Seymour of this town, received l2O out of l25 votes. for Governor-at the Democratic Con- vention held in New Haven yesterday. A small convention but aattering majority. Now let us see the platform built for the Judge to stand upon.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

WoLcoTTvILLE.-Rev. J. Vinton, pastor of the NJ. Church, Wolcottville, was most agreeaby surprised few evenings since by the presentation of purse of $s3, collected by two ladies, members of his church.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

NEW MILFORD. annual meeting of the Aousatonic Agricultural Society held at New Milford on Monday, Feb. 18th, for election of Officers, gave evidence by the numerous atten- dance of members, of the interest felt by them in the subject to promote which the Society was organized. The report of the Treasurer showed balance in the Treasury, after the payment of nearly one thousand dollars in premiums and expenses for the past year. The Society is now free from debt and with it's grounds fenced and graded, will, with the liberal patronage heretofore enjoyed, be in flu. ture enabled to extend the sphere of it's use- fulness. The following is list of the Officers for the ensuing year:
 President-H. ". Booth, New Milford.
 Vice Presidents-J s Titus, Washington ; Wm D Wheaton, New Preston Geo Briggs. Sherman Ezra N Sommers, Brookfeld; Lew is Spooner, Kent c Cole, Bridgewater Ed win Beeman, Warren; W H Wanzer, New Fai1 field Chester Isham, Roxbury Franklin Bennett, D D M Buck, New Milford.
 7reasurer-F. G. Bennett, New Milford
 Cor. Secretary-W. J. Starr, New Milford.
 Rec. Secretary-Leroy Buck, New Milford.
 The annual Fair will be in the last week of Sept. 1864, commencing on Tuesday the 27th.
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

n@We are asked to call the attention of our readers desiring to insure their property from fire to the adve; tisement of the Mer- chants & Farmers Insurance Co.,, of Worcester Mass., J. c. Beckwth, NJ. D., agent ut Litch- Co11
Litchfield enquirer., 1864-02-25

16rThe Union Senatorial Convention for the l7th district will be held at West Corn. wall, March 9sh, 1884 See call elsewhere