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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
THE MOVEMENT AGAINST WELDON.

column, thrown out from Grants army and sup
Piled and equipped for protracted expedition, had
struck the Weldon railroad Jarratts thirty miles
south of Petersburg and when last heard from were
marching in the direction of Weldon. There was a
flying that Hampton had encountered and had a
fight with this column but could the story
trustworthy source. We know nothing of the plans
of general in relation this of the
my, but confess shah be disappointed if the yankee
column is permitted to without interruption
obstruction, to its destination. 1t out with beef
the hoof and other supplies suited to the of a
movable army.
In sending out this column, Grant purposed more
than one of these flying expeditions known raids.
He designed establishing base at point which
should deprive nenty of the of the Peters
burg and Weldon railroad, and at the time
threaten Wilmington. Weldon was, doubtless the
point selected. If he succeeds in getting there, and
certifying himself he hope to supply his troops by
the Roanoke river or by rebuilding the Suffolk rail-
road 1t remains to be how mnch of his plan will
be successfully accomplished. Rich. Dispatch, 10Th.
1--WE learn that troops have been concentrated Weldon
in sufficient force, it is thought, the enemy they
attack that point
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
NORTHERN NEWS.

New York and Baltimore papers Of the 7th and 9th
have been received. Lncon's message is published
in full. He notices the continuance Of the war. with
the results which he regards as important. He recon-
mends the proposed amendment to the Constitution
abolishing slavery throughout the United States. He
refers the recent election evidence of the purpose
of the people of the loyal States to maintain the nteg
rity OF the Union. The election returns (says Lin
coln) prove that great majority OF the men who COM
posed the army and navy still living We are
gaiGing streng b. and the may lie, if need be- main
tanned with insurgents indefinitely. The public pur-
pose to establish the national authority unchanged is,
as we believe, Interchangeable On careful Gonsidera-
ton it seems attempt to negotiate with the
insurgen leader would result in coming to any good
He wond accept hing short observance We could
not voluntarily yield it. The issue only be tried
by war, and decided by victory. But the Southern
people accept the Union and the amnesty offered
year ago is still open to all who in condition TO
make free choice"
Ia conclusion, Lincoln says he will not reract or
modify the enamel patton proclamation. In stating the
single condition of peace he means simply to say war
will the part of the government whenever 1t
shall have ceased the part of those who began it.
The Herald, in its summary, says the two armies
under Thomas and Hood are still confronting each
other in the vicinity of Nashville. Tuesday there was
skrmishng and heavy cannonadng. Both sides are
strengthening their respective positions. Monday
Hood sent flag Of truce to Thomas proposing to ex
change prisoners The latter replied the he had
captured had been sent northward and were beyond
his control.
Salmon P. Chase of Ohio, formerly Secretary Of the
Treasury, has been appointed Chief Justice of the Su
pree Court of the United States, and James ~ Speed,
of Ky, Attorney General.
Gold in New York 240.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
U OAF
Capt. Comdg. Co. d, Regt. Reserves.

TORIES IN BURKE CoUNTY.-We learn from
a private letter from Burke county, that on last
Saturday night the tories and deserters set fire to
Capt james d Glass house, and it consumed his
dwelling and every article OF property he possessed
Capt. G., we are informed, has been an active
agent in hunting up the deserters, and it is SAID
they had sworn to burn him out He was In
Camp at the time, with the Home Guard; and his
wife had gone to her sister the night OF the
burning Mr. Glass home is Icard Station,
in Burke county.
Our correspondent further states that there are
a set of thieves in the South Mountains near by,
who are nightly committing depredations of one
kind or another They are % or 30 in number.
TIE leader is said TO be one Calvin Loci, who has
been caught two or three times and carried to the
front; but he away soon as be is released
Salisbury WatchmaH,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
Correspondence of the Western Democrat.
LlscoLsros. N. c.. Dec. 1851.

Mr. Editor: On the 1st day of this month held
an inquest over the remains of colored body near
this place. Upon examination the following facts
were learned. Mr. Daniel Shrum was out hunting
early in the morning and came 10 place near NJ
Fingers Mill, in isolated patch of woods, where
he discovered old hat and some long plats of ne
gro hair. Following the dim trail some forty yards
down to the hollow, he found the skull the bones
of the legs and arms and one foot. The inquest
held and the remains buried. Nothing could be
certained in connection with the case. nor did any
one remember of having seen the boy in the
county. Therefore the usual verdict was rendered.
The said boy about feet high, with
lower tooth out in front: he had on yankee pants
and confederate coat. 1t is supposed that he has
been connected with the army as a waiter. His
hat. knife and haver.ack can be seen at the Depot
in Lncolnton. w. III. ALExANDER,
Coroner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
FROM RICHMOND.

Richmond Dec. lG.-The Evening Wing says that in
spite of the snow rain and mud there strong ind-
cations of active hosties the lines below Rich
mond Our forces were in line of battle The enemy
driven from their exterior works this morning.
Lieutenant Baylor, of the 9th Virginia cavalry,
tackled two companies of the 2lst New York cavalry
near Mwood, Clark county, on the 4th inst killed and
captured 40 of the enemy, and captured 80 horses.
Richmond Dec. 1.-THE affair lnAs hollow
Richmond yesterday was only reconnaissance by Gen.
Longstreet. The result unimportant.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

EXCHANGE OF PRISONERS The Charleston
papers state that Col. Hatch, of the Confederate
Exchange Bureau, and Col milford, the Federal
Exchange Agent held meeting in Charleston
harbor on Sunday, and concluded satisfactory ar
engagements for the exchange Of prisoners. Under
the arrangement made with Col Milford, there
will be no Smelling of the city during the stay of
the Exchange Commissioners, which viii probably
be from two to three weeks. Col Hatch has al
ready turned over to Col. milford, at Savannah,
$500 prisoners, and will exchange about 5000
more at this point.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

In this town. the 5th inst, by Rev. +. NJ Kennedy
Mr. Frederick A. Warner to Miss Mary Robinson.
In Mecklenburg county, Davidson College, on
the 18th nlt, by the Rev. T. Z. Davis Lieut. John D.
Brown of Company G, 37th Regiment, n. c. t. 10 Miss
Mary G. Johnston, daughter of r. H. Johnston, Esq
In Cabarrus county, the 29lh ult, by Rev. J. E.
Pressly, Mr. J. NJ. Cannon to Mrs Jamma Allison
In Arson county, the 23d ult Mr. John S. Little
to Miss Martha Hartman, daughter of Jos Medley ESQ.,
M "'arrenfon, on the LIST inst, Col John D. Barry
OF wilmington, to Miss Fannie L. Jones of Warwick
county, Va. " one' "a ""
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

CLOTHING FOR THE CONFEDERATE Prison.
ERs.-Colouel Ould, commissioner of exchange,
has received official information that General Beae,
of the Confederate army, prisoner Of war; has
been paroled by the Yankee authorities and as.
signed to the duty of experimenting tie arrange
ments for distributing to the Confederate prisoners
the clothing to be furnished them under the late
agreement between the Confederate and Federal
Governments. The arrangements are nearly COM
peted
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
FROM HOODS ARMY.

TUsCuMBIA, ALA, Dec. 4, via Madison and Doctor
town. Dec. 6-The following is the statement Of the
Rev. Mr. Browning, just from the army Of Tennessee
fight took place the 3Oth ult., between Harpeth
Creek and Franklin, Tenn, in which the enemy
routed from his breastworks losing 1900 killed and
wounded and 5000 prisoners. Genera; Cheatham's
corps principally engaged. The enemy falling
back to Murtreesboro. Forrest is reported to be
Bentwater, between the enemy and Nashville The
enemy said to be concentrating Murfreesboro.
We understand orr loss in generals severe,
Gems Cleburne and Gist, among Others being killed
Our whole loss estimated $500.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
TO HIRE,

likely negro Woman and her three children for the
ensuing year, The eldest child il boy large enough
to drop corn and do other light work. and would be
hired near his mother if needed by the person hir
ing her. She is good hand either in the house or
field and the of her husband lives near the
Union county line, she would be hired on very favor
able living in that section. Apply through
the office of the Democrat, address Box 81 Char
iotte P. o.
December II. 1864 2t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

As Administrator of B. F. Watt deceased, will sell
on Saturday the 3Ist of December the store of Grer
i Gallant, in Steel Greek,
Four Likely Negroes,
viz: Edom about 80 years old, Emeline about IL and
her child about months old; AMI Nancy years Old
All persons having claims against the deceased must
present them duly authenticated, within the time pre-
scribed by law this notice win be pleaded in bar of
their recovery and those indebted will please make
settlement. ALEX. GRIER,
Dec H. 1854, 3ipd T f Administrator.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

C. We find the following in the Salisbury Watch
man. in the shape of an advertisement. 1t contains
q sensible hint:
Save Your PoRK-It is folly in any person to
give lawyer one hundred and twenty five pounds
of Pork to be discharged from military service when
all that is necessary is coroboraye evidence to sat
isfy the Commander that they are over fifty years
of age or that they not liable under the law t"
service. and they win be Immediately discharged;
at least that is the rule that have adopted with re-
ard to those under my command.
&c. OXFORD.
Capt. Comdg Co. ID, Regt. Reserves"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
STRAYED,

From my plantation Wilson Waliaces the 10Th
November 2 red COWS; one low heavy set Cow the
other medium sized Cow with white spot in her face
and leather strap around of her fore eet-she
bad Jumper. They the Potter Road near
Milton Blacks The with strap her fore foot came
from Steel Greek settlement will pay liberal reward
for therl or information so can get them.
w. a COOK.
Dec 1o 1864 Q NJ. Dept Charlotte, N. C..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
For the Western Democrat.

ENoLA, n c., Dec. 7, 1864.
Mr. Editor: Please say to the friends of the Union
county Companies in the 4Sth n. G.. Regiment, that
If they get citizen to come to Salisbury with
their boxes or packages. they can put them on the
Train and send them to me at Salisbury thu 2lst
inst They can do this with perfect safety. Ihope
they will all give their friends in the army nice
Christmas present. T.. PLYLER.
Chaplain of 4Sth Regiment
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
NOTICE.

On Tuesday, the 81 CT January, at the late residence
of VIM. A. Audrey, deceased will hire the Negroes and
Lands belonging to the minor heirs of said de-
JAS b. ROBINSON, Guardian
Dec H. 1864 At
Times copy times a week until the lst of January.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
For the Western Democrat.

All persons wishin gto send boxes to their friends
in Company c. 18th n. C. Regiment. will have
opportunity of doing so by MIR WIN. Beard, who will
leave Friday the 10Th of Dec. All boxes must
be we'll hoped and delivered in Charlotte on the day
above mentioned. /. A. POTTs,
Capt. company c, 37th Regt.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
SCHEDULE OF PRICES
For North Carolina.

The period for The publication Of the Schedule OF
Prices 10 govern Agents of the Government, Tor tho
next sixty days, having arrived the Commissioners OF
the State of North Carolina adopt the last Schedule
With the exception Of the few changes shown below.
The illness of Mr. Mordeca deprvng of his services
we have called In Mr. VIM. II. Jones Of this city who
has kindly given the benefit Of has ludgmGat un-
nj onth an asia
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
NOTICE.

The Negroes of Misses Mary and Martha Johnston
who are hired privately, will be put up Castana
Grove, CASTOR county, to the highest bidder, jan
uary I'd, 1865, for the ensuing year.
S. X. JOHNSTON, Agent
Dec IL. 1854 3t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

! CONFEDERATE SENAToR.-The Hon. Thomas S
Ashe OF Arson county. has been elected Confeder
ate States Senator in place of Hon. w. I. Dortch
whose term expires in Feb'y. 1866. Inasmuch a:
the majority of the present Legislature had deter
mined that no who had been democrat
should be elected Senator. gratfed that sucl
man as Thos. S. Ashe has been selected He is
patriotic, worthy man, and will fill the position
with credit to himself and honor to the State.
Mr. Ashe represented the 9TH District in the frs,
Congress, but defeated in the canvass for Sc.
cond term by the factionists lead by S. H Christian.
The following is the vote of the Senate for Sena-
tor:
For Hon. E. G. Reade--Messrs Adams, ArendeIl.
Bagley, Berry, BIount Dick. Jones, Lassiter Long,
Mann, Matthews. Odom Pool, Sanders, Snead,
Warren and Winstead-I7
For Hon. T. S. Ashe-Mr Speaker. Aycock. Bry-
son, Courts, Crump, Ellis. Grier. Hall. Harris, Kir-
by, Leitch, Lindsay, McCorke, McEachern, Miller,
Patton, Pitchford Powell. Smith. Speght Straugbn,
Taylor Ward, Whittord Virgins, Wright aud
Wynne-27.
For Hon John A Gilmer-Messrs Horton. March
and Patterson-3.
The fonowing is the vote of the House of Com
mons:
For Mr. Reale-Mr Speaker, Allison. Afford
Amis, Asheworth, Banks, Best, Blair, Bond of Ber-
tie Caldwell, Galloway Carson of Alexander Clapp,
J
Gibbs, Hadey, lianes Huntingdon Harrison. J HI
Headen, Henry. Herbert, Holtnn, Horton of Wilkes,
Horton of Watauga. Isbell, Jordan, Lyle. Mann,
McAden, Mccormick, McGehee, Mcmillan. Muir
rill, Morisey, Patterson, Perkins, Phillips, Riddick.
Rogers. Russell Sharpe Simmons Smith of John
ston. Stipe Waugh and Wheeler-52.
For Mr. Ashe-MesSrs Aston. Austin, Baxter.
Beam, Benbury, Boyd, Brown of Madison, Brown
of Mecklenburg' Bryan Caho, Carson of Rather
ford Cobb, CostnTr, Crawford of Rowan, Crawford
of Wayne. Dargan, Davis of Halifax, Davis of
Franklin. Enloe. Erwin, Faison. Farmer, Gasklns.
Gidney, Grer Gudger. Harris HasselI. Halves,
w Headen, Joynrr Judkins, Lane, Latham, Lewis,
Little. Love. Mclean, Murphy, Outterbrdge. Pat
ton. Polk. Powell, Reinhardt Russ Shepherd Ship.
Smith of Cabarrus Smith of Duplin Stancill, Strong
Vann and Wooten-53.
For Mr. Smit:-Messrs Bond of Gates, Duke
Lowe, Peace and Pools.
For Mr. Gllmer-Mr Shober-1.
Whole number Of votes cast in both Houses 159.
Necessary to choice 80. Mr. Ashe received so;
Mr. Reade 50; Mr. Smith S; Mr. Gilmer 4.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

Communication of Phalanx Lodge. No. 81, A. F. &
A. ~ will be held this evening at 81 O'Clock. full at
tendance is earnestly desired.
Dec l2, 1864 S. L. RIDDLE, W. d
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

~ we are indebted to Hon. j. G. Ramsay for
copy of the official Reports of the operations of
the Army of Northern Virginia" from June, 1862,
to Dec. 1862.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

As Administrators Of John Griffin, deceased, will
sell at my residence, Negrohead Creek, in Union
county, on the 29th inst Negro Boys, aged IA and
l6-frst boys. Also, one Horse, Bnggy and Har-
ness, and one Silver Watch.
S. ROWLAND, Admir-.
Dec IL, 1864 4t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
REMOBOTH FURNACE,

miles north-eoa Of Lroa Station, Lincoln co, NC.
The proprietors are prepared to do Casting Of all
kinds. Address,
SHIP & RE!HHARDT,
Dee. 5, 1854. u, Iron p. o., &C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

~ A writer in the Richmond Sentinel denies
that the n &. steamer Advance was lost because
her foreign coal impressed for the use of the c.
S. steamer Tallahassee, stated by Gov. Vance in
his late message. He says that no coal was taken
from the Advance for the Tallahassee, and that the
affdavits of the officers of the Tallahassee will sub
stantate this statement
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

On the 10Th ult, Rev. John S. Harris pastor oil De-
thesda Presbyterian Church, s. c. aged 81 years. He
native of Providence, Mecklenburg county, N. c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13
Just Received and for Sale,

5000 Lbs. Farming Iren,
90 Sacks Virginia Salt,
SO Kegs Nails, assorted szes,
lot of superior Patent P!ows,
And various other articles,
Which will be exchanged liberal terms for Country
Produce or sold low for Confederate money.
w. NJ. MATTHEW'S.
Deceu,ber l2 1864 ct
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

THE ORIGINAL FIRST n. C. REGIMENT.-We
see that Mr. Shepherd has introduced a resolution
in the Legislature in regard to numbering the First
n. c. Regiment of volunteers on the Roll of Honor
the first instead of the eleventh at present
We suggest that it is right to allow the 1lth to
main just it is, (as that Regiment IS not the frst)
and place on the Roll Of Honor the original first
regiment as commanded by Col. (now GeneraD d.
ii. Hill We learn that there is no record on Maj.
Foote's book of the first n c. Regiment of Volun-
teers. 1t will be remembered that the Regiment of
which Gen. Hill was Colonel. G.. c. Lee Lieutenant
Colonel, and J. H. Lane, Major. the first
organized in the State, and that it distinguished it.
self by fighting the first battle Of the war and gain
ing the first victory. 1t served six months and was
then disbanded. We think it nothing but fair that
that Regiment should be first on the Roll of Honor
the truth of history requires it to re numbered
Jtrst and entered accordingly the Adjutant Ger
erals books. If no else will furnish list of the
Field and Company Officers we will do it. 1t would
be shame for US North Caroinians not to preserve
record OF the original first Regiment Of Volunteers
We respectfully call the attention of Mr. Shepherd
and Assistant Adj't General Foote to this matter.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

q 4 Schedule of Prices for North Carolina
Will be found in columns to-day
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

GEN. GRACIE.--A correspondent of the Rich
mond Dispatch, speaking of the late Brig General
Oracle who was killed near Petersburg week before
last whilst examining the enemy's position through
a spy glass, relates the following incident of Gen
Lee and Gen. Oracle:
Soon after len. Lee returned to Petersburg from
the north side, he reviewed the whole ne and whilst
on Gen Gracie's front. he very imprudently thrust
his head above the parapet and commenced inspect
ing the enemy's works. This is ono OF the most
dangerous portions of the lines-a young man hav-
ing been killed but few days previous while look
ing through port hole 1t was near this same spot
that General Lee was now so imprudently exposing
himself His officers stood Mortified. expecting
every moment to see him killed. Finding all en-
treaties to be IN vain Gen. Oracle jumped up aud
nterposed himself between the old General and the
enemy. Gen. Lee remarked immediately "Gen
Oracle that is very dangerous: you vii! certainly
be killed. Gen. Oracle magnanimously replied
1T is better, General that should be killed than
you; when you get down. / will" The old man
smiled and got down, followed by Gen, Oracle
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

Persons DESTROYS Of teaching Common Schools In
MeckIenburg county, will please appear for examina
ton at the Chairmans Office in the Court House,
the last Saturday in December.
G. W. MCDONALD, Chm,
s. p. SMITH,
NJ. d. JOHNSTON.
Dec. IL, 1854. Ex Com
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

Presbyteria denies that recent reverses in the
Va. Valley caused by drunkenness among the
and officers, and says: Apple Brandy was
plenty for while, early in the fall. but seemed to
affect only fec Quartermasters and assistant Sur
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

FATAL Acc1DEEr.-Robert E. Love, a lawyer of Sal
isbury accdently killed at that place on the 9Th
inst while he walking the railroad track, read
ing a newspaper. He overtaken BY wood train
running backwards and killed instantly.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

l will sell NEGRO GIRL at Public Auction, in the
square in Charlotte, Monday, 26th December. She
is about eleven years old ne-ourth white or ginger
cake color very likely and smart; has been raised in
the house, and is quick and handy Terms cash. Con-
federate money. .. A. HARkiS,
Dec IL, 1864 81 Auctioneer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

u On Friday and Friday night last. there was
considerable fall of sleet and snow in this part of
the State, covering the ground several inches
p The ladies of Columbia. s. c., are making
preparations fer opening Grand Bazaar "a place
for selling goods of various kinds for the benefit of
Confederate soldiers The people of the Confeder-
ate States at large are requested to send something
to aid the cause-monoy, domestics. fancy articles
provisions. &c. are solicited Packages must be
marked &c. j. Boln, for the Bazaar, Column ia S.
c. 1t is stated that all articles forwarded for this
enterprise viii! be transported free the c. g. S.
(. Railroad. -.-.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-12-13

The EFEECT.-The resolutions introduced in the
Confederate Congress by Mr. J. T. Leach, which we
Published and commented on last week, has had
just the effect among the yankees anticipated. We
regret that such Leach will continue to
pursue course which encourages the enemy aud
Injuries the cause for which we are all suffering.
The New York Herald remarks concerning
Leach's solutions as follows:
The march of Sherman across theStatc of Georgia
has eGboldened North Carolina to speak out plainly
Her Representatives at Richmond see the hand
writing on the wall against jeff. Davis. They have
doubtless. been brought to the painful suspicion
that Sherman will flank Lees army. Davis and his
whole rebel concern out of Richmond. and that then,
in default of treaty of peace, the work of desoa-
ton which has bnckcned the soil of Old Georgia.
will be visited upon North Carolina and that she
will be eaten and utterly despoiled and laid waste
between the retreating columns of Lee and the pur
suing legons of Grant"