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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
FORTY-THIRD REGIMENT.

Co B-Killed: sergt McCorkle of Union county.
Wounded private w Wilson of Meckenburg.-
These I'LL the casualties in this company.
Capt " Stitt commanding this company writes
friend in regard the gallantry of Sergt McCorkle,
saying that che IcCorkle) killed while sorming
the Yankee Fort. He of seven men who vol
unteered out of Co 20 capture the fort, and nobly
did he perform his duty. He was brave soldier, al
ways ct his post and ready for any call"
The casualties in Ramsoms Brigade amount to 80
killed and 4O9 wounded.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
TWENTY FIRST REGIMENT.

Co A-Kiled: Clinard Wounded sergt Nj
Eccles arm and leg severe corpl Smith leg slight,
priyates Hedrick and " Leonard leg slight, Jacob
Tesh arm.
Co. Chilled: privates J W Hodges and F Pat
terson Wounded: privates G B Norman and Aug
Key thigh slight, W Francis hip severe Herbert
Hodges slight Missing: Squire Griffith
Co D-Killed: corpl J Beck and private Charles
Kallam. Wounded: privates Ed Boner leg slight
Boyles thigh
Co F-Killed: private William Hancock Wounded:
privates Calvin Edwards breast (since died, J
Powell Lawson severe, "A King, jr. arm slight F NJ
Shackelford leg slight.
Go G-Killed Captain J Blackburn. Wounded:
private w Leak in hand slight.
Co H-Killed private A Ray. Wounded prvates
W Ashburn slight John Marion arm severe, ]
Finn head severe, G Messick leg
Co KILLED: private W Dick. Wounded: prvates
c H Boyles in hand slight Savage arm slight,
corpl Durham slight
Co K-Killed prvates B Leinback and Joseph
Long. Wounded: sergt H Leinback in hand severe,
privaes Hester foot severe, Peter Marshall thigh
slight.
Co L-Killed Corpl G Wilkinson. Wounded:
privates Mitchell thigh slight, Lackey hand
slight.
Go M-Killed: J NJ Wright, Geo Myrck, VIM Rich
ardson Wounded: Wharton leg amputated Jesse
Pegram leg severe, Milton Clapp thigh severe, Nell
son bowels severe Elihu Russon back slight, Henry
Albright arm slight.
Killed Is, wounded 3d. missing total loss 81.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
FROM VIRGINIA.

From the Army of Northern Virginia we have inte=
hgence that all is quiet" If the present good wealth
er continues the clash of will soon resound again
over oar once peaceful hills. The struggle cannot be
much longer deferred.
BURNSIDE MovING.-The latest intelligence from
Maryland is to the effect that Burnside is moving We
learn that very trustworthy 1--WE prefer that Gre
liable scout just over from Maryland, reports that
Burnside is moving from Annapolis. But to what
point the scout does pretend have any positive
information Burnsides force consists of eight thou
sand negroes supported by seventeen thousand whites
twenty five thousand in all The conjecture of this
scout is that Alexandria will be the point of disebar
katloni that the negoes will be left garrison the
works there and the present garrison together with
the rest of Barnside's corps, will join Meade Most
probably Yorktown, and not Alexandria.
ORANGE c. H., April 3O-Our scouts report Burn
side arrived at Alexandria preparatory to joining
Grant.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

All persons in the Town Beat liable 10 pay n tax to
the State and County are hereby notified that list OF
their taxabes must be returned by the ast Of April
1864 or they will be liable a double tax. Call NJ
the Rock Island Office, on
J. II. SPRINGS,
u. l.. WINSTON,
April I, 1864 List-Takers
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

PUBLIC ADDREss.--The Rev. DIR. Charles F.
Deems visited this town last week, and on Tuesday
addressed large audience at the Court House on
the state of the country and in behalf of q scheme
to educate the orphans of deceased soldiers. His
main object was to direct public attention to the
duty of providing for the education and maintenance
of the children of soldiers who have lost their lives
i'll defence of our rights, but in speaking of this he
spoke at length in justification of the of the
Confederate States and the great Importance of
continuing the struggle until independence is
acknowledged. He spoke of the hopeful condition
of affairs and in fervent and eloquent language en-
couraged the people to continue their support until
final victory perched upon the banners of our army
everywhere. The audience listened with marked
attention. and all seemed highly gratiied. Dr.
Deems by his nobly efforts has done much good
throughout the State and in originating the laudable
plan of providing for the education of orphans will
be the means of beneftting future generations.
The sum of Sl6,l9O contributed by cti-
of this town and county Altogether. the
Doctor has collected about S25OO0O for the object
which sum he expects largely to increase.
We direct attention to the following notice
To the Citizens Of Mecklen6urg, Cabarrus,
Staniy aud Anson Counties--As in each of these
counties have left a number of subscriptions un-
paid, because the parties were not ready to make
transfer of stocks, &c, the following gentlemen
have kindly consented to attend to all business for
the Orphan Endowment Fund.-" namely:
In Charlotte, Thomas ". Dewey; Concord
Victor e. Barripger; Albermarle, Daniel Free
man; Nadesboro, VIM. 2 Kendall
Donations not heretofore subscribed will be re-
celVed by these gentlemen and forwarded and
properly acknowledged
c. +. DEEMS, Financial Secretary.
Charlotte, April p, 1864.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

TAX CoMMIssIoNER.-We hope, before opera
tons are commenced under the new Confederate
Tax Law, that Chief Tax Collector Com
missioner will be appointed for this State, in place
of VIM. X. Lane, Esq. Mr. Lane never quail
fed to discharge the duties properly, though we
suppose the appointing power was led to believe
that he was the very man for the place. great
mistake.
If he is not removed, suggest that he be pre-
vented from appointing Deputy District Tax Col
ectors There is no necessity for Deputy colec-
tor in any county Let the number of Office holders
be reduced instead of increased.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

New PAPER.--The DAILY Carolina Times 3" is the
Name of a paper which has just made its appear
ance in this 1t is edited by Nj E. H. Britton,
who, in card says the establishment is owned by
association of gentlemen. The paper makes most
handsome appearance and reflects credit on both Edi-
tor and printers Mr. Britton has the experience
able him make interesting paper. The terms Of
this new daily are $50 per annum in advance.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
TO FAMILIES OF SOLDIERS.

The Committee having the matter in charge, would
request such soldiers wives or heads of families as
have heretofore been receiving supplies from the Com
mssary, the lst of each month, 20 postpone one
month calling for said supplies it is impossible, at
present. get enough of the currency for the pn-
pose and it is thought be. consideration of the de-
probation of the DID, wait until the be had
B. ". ALEXANDER, Chm'n.
Nav 2 1864 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

pas- Brig-Gen. Robt F. Hoke, who commanded
the land forces in the assault on Plymouth, N G.,
has been promoted to the rank of Major-General.
The following is a copy of dispatch sert to Gen.
Hoke by the President:
"In the name Of the Confederacy [ thank you
for your success. You are Major General from
the date Of the capture Of Plymouth"
Gen. noke is native of Lincoln county, and is
a son of the late Michael Hoke, prominent man
of his day in this State The promotion of Gen.
Hoke is every way deserving.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
oUARTERMAsTERs DEPARTMENT, +,

This Department has recently received another sup
ply of Cotton Cards for distribution upon the
terms before.
The quota for each county will be double the guam
City FIRST distributed. Agents will make their arrange
ments accordingly. II. A. DOWD, A. Q. M.
April 25, 1864. st
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
NOTICE

To Hachi~ists, Bi1cksmiths, Gun Carriage
Makers and Pattern Makers.
Good mechanics in any Of he above trades find
steady employment, and liberal wages, by applying At
the c. S. Naval Ordnance Works, Charlotte, N. q.
n. ASHTON RAMSAY,
Chief Engineer G. s. Navy, in charge.
Anril Is, 1864.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
THE NEWS.

Since the battle of Plymouth, there has been no
OF any great importance 1t is reported that loud
aiding wash heard in the direction of Washington N c.
On Friday last Nothing positively known as to the
movements ofo troops but the reader may depend
that Cen Hoke will do all that be done to rid our
State Of the brutal foe
1t is reported that Burnside has arrived Alexandria,
Va with his troops and is believed that he will join
Grant in the ''on to Richmond movements
Although we have war news to report. several
important and interesting items will lie found below.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
Cotton Cards.
May 2, 1856.

AS county Agent, I have 800 more pairs Cotton
Cards for sale soldiers families and Others in need
Amy one having old card backs to spare will please
leave them at Byerlys store, as wish purchase
them. B. w. ALEXANDER,
May 2, 1864 Agent for Mecklenburg CO.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
Announcement.

VAUDEVILLE, April 10, 1864.
am authorized to announce Col w. II. A. SPEER,
of the 2eh NJ c. Troops candidate at the election In
August next represent the people Of the counties Of
Yadkin, Surry, Allegheny, Ashe and Watauga In the
Senate Of the next Legislature of North Carolina.
Respectfully, r. =. AHNFrELD.
Eth
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

have left lot of farming Iron with Mr. VIM. Harry,
at the Depot Of the Will. Char. Rutherford Railroad,
to exchange for Corn aud Bacon-3 lbs OF Iron for
of Bacon, and lbs. of Iron for bushe Of Corn.
WM. HUGHES.
April %, 1864. lm-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
80 The Annual Meeting of the

Stockholders of the North Carolina Stock Insurance
Company will be held at the Office of the Company
this day (May 2d) at o'clock.
J. NJ. SPRINGS, Sec'y.
Nav 2 1864
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
EnrolIing ORce, charlotte, " G

Conseripts of the s5th and seth Regiments N. c.
Militia, between the ages of II and ls 40 and so, will
meet in Charlotte, Die 9th May, and organize them
selves into companies for local Defence for the war;
they win be assigned companies in need of recruits
Those desiring volunteer, call at my Office and
join company now forming.
Z. HAYNE DAVIS,
Maya, 1854 Enrolling Officer.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

n. G. UNIyERsITY.-We learn that the Rev. Dr.
Deems will preach the Annual Sermon before the
graduating class of the N c. University, at the ap-
preaching Commencement The Sermon will be
delivered ON Tuesday the 9TH Of June.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

Those persons skilled in the business fnd pro-
ftsble employment by applying to Capt A. y. PairaT,
O. S. NJ by letter at Warrcnton, or TO w. W. Fierce,
Maj Chief Q. N. Raleigh, N. q.
April IS 1864 2t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
BONDS, FOR SALE.

few per cent Confederate Bonds are offered for
sale. Old fves issue will be received in pay
ment JOHN l.. BROWN.
May 2, 1864. btpd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

SIEGE OF CHARLEsToN-T,c hundred and
minety-dird doy-Six shots were fred at the city
Tuesday. The firing on the city, which mas been
kept up at intervals Of every half hour, is doubt
less for the purpose of keeping up show Of ac-
tivity Most of their troops have, no doubt, left
for some other characterization Courier
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
SALT SALT,

will attend at the store OF d. II. Byerly on saur
day of each week for the purpose Of delivering Salt TO
Soldiers families and other needy persons in The Town
District and the in the different Beats
ID. +. DIXON.
April U.s. 1894. 3t-pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
STRAYED

orewwwxsS From the subscriber, rod aud white
Y%S muley cow. A liberal reward will
mM be paid for any information concerning
slkk<@kk-zz her. y. w. AHRENS.
Charlotte, April rs, 1854 3pd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

NOT ADMIssIBLE.-There are two kinds of no.
tees which we have made it rule never to admit
into our advertising columns let the desire be ever
great or the complaints so just, viz Adver-
t!sements desiring matrimonial alliances, and de-
clarations of intentions of separation between
and wife.-Rateigh Confederate.
We have always acted on this rule. and we hope
Southern newspapers generally will adept it. No
advertisement inviting correspondence with soung
ladies shall ever be inserted in columns, and
those who have sent US such notices have their
money returned application at this office. If
gentlemen desire to correspond with ladies. we ad-
wise them to seek such correspondence in manly,
proper way.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
THE KILLED AND WOUNDED.

The following is list of of the killed and
wounded in n c. Regiments at the late fights around
Plymouth N c..
TH1RTY-FIFTH REGIMENT.
Company Il from Mecklenburg).-Killed: Sergt Jno
Dulin, JOHN Noles, Harris. Wounded--John
Hood in thigh, R Hall head, Hodges head 7 J
Flow heel, Kirk hands and leg, A W Wallace arm,
w Rogers Leg Calvin Heron heel, Miller arm, J
" Auten thigh, W Harris hand J J Mclaughlin leg,
y G Hunter leg and neck, " a Russ arm, Rob-
erts neck.
Editor Western Democrat: Please publish in your
paper the following list OF killed and wounded in Co.
F. 35h Regiment, in the late capture of Plymouth for
the information OF our friends in Union county:
Killed-Sergt John NJ Stansill and Corpl Albert L
Mccall. Wounded-Lt Eli Adams leg broken below
the knee; Sergt John l. Retch thigh broken Sergt
Milas Yandle in hand sergt Aaron NJ Houston in
bowels; privates VIM Aldridge in heel, John Nc
Cain in face, Andrew Shannon thigh broken; Larkin
Thompson in finger.
l think the parents friends of 1t Adams, Sergts
Reitch and Houston, and privates Aldridge, Mccain
Shannon will find them in Hospital at Weldon. The
remainder of the wounded seriously hurt, and
have not been sent to hospital but with the Regi
ment. SANFORD G.. HOWE
Capt. Co F, 35th Regiment
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

- Maj General Robert Ransom. of North Caro-
lina has been assigned to the command of the Rich
mond Military Department rice Major-Gen Elzey,
who will command the Mary land Line. and has been
awaiting the selection of his before leav
ing for his new field of duty.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

EB1The Lincoln Congress has adopted an amend
ment to the Constitution of the United States pro-
hibiting slavery in any of the States. What will
Mary land and Kentucky do now -!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
DIED..

In this town, on the 2sth April Mrs Sarah Martin
relict of Judge James Martin, aged about ~ years
She was native of this State, but for many years
past a resident of Mobile, Ala.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

DEsERTERs AGAIN DESERVING Thirty one
Yankee deserters confined in Castle Thunder yes
terday desired to be put the same footing of
prisoners of war, saying they believed they would
rather 60 back North They were Immediately
transferred to the Libby, and will be sent to Yam
keedom by the first flag of truce.-Rtctnond
Dispatch.
We wish all the yankee deserters would do the
same thing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

At meeting of the Board of Superintendents o
Common Schools for Mecklenburg county, the follow
ing were appointed Committee in the sew
eral Districts for the ensuing year:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
FROM EASTERN CAROLINA,

A gentleman just from Edenton, N. c.. informs us
that the fall Of Pymouh has rejoced the people of all
that section residing CONT uous Albemarle Sound
and the rivers tributary thereto. 1t sets free an i'm
section of country and the greater portion of it,
the most prolific on the Atlantic coast, Astounding as
it does in valuable fisheries, and producing in SUPER
abundance the great cereals common to the South
and so indispensable to the sustenance of man and
beast So long as we occupy Plymouth and our iron
clad Albemarle remains intact the Chowan and Roam
oke rivers, with their valuable and nnumerable fshe
res, cannot be moesed by the Yankee gunboats, and
have entire control of the counties fTyrre Wash
ington, Martin BERTHE, Hartford. Gates Chowan, Per-
qumans, Camden and Currituck. At last
there not Yankee craft in Abemarle Sound, and
people, as loyal any in the South, prepar
ing to embark most extensively in the fishing business
Our informant states moreover, that grain and bacon
abundant in all that section and be obtained
at prices quite reasonable-Petersdury Express.
ARRIVAL FLAG TRUcE BoAr.-The United
States flag truce steamer New York. in charge fMa
Milford, arrived at City Point Thursday afternoon,
having board the following Confederate paroled
prisoners: Three Colonies, Lieut.. Colonel, two
Majors sixteen Captains twenty four Leutenants, one
Acting Master G. S. Navy and 275 SICK wounded,
valescent and well enlisted men, Also the following
additional passengers: Ex-Gov. Cummings and wife,
Mrs. D. B. Ridgely and two children, Mrs. Gurerche
and four children Mrs. williamson Mrs Crockett, Mrs.
Laria and three children and Miss Virginia Moon
No freight-RichnOnd Eng, Of Saturday.
CONFIDENCE OF OUR LEADERs-A note from Virgil
MIA informs that President Davis looked
satisfied, Mr. Seldom less grim, Mr. Memminger
yer more complacent, Mr. Benjamin more
posed Mr. Mallory never less unhappy, Gen. Lee never
calm Longseet never more ubilant, and the re-
mainder of great generally never appeared
hopeful than they do at the present moment Either
good has arrived is at hand. Gen Grant is said
to be the scared who commanded FEEDER
al army, and what is better than all know the enemys
plans from Alpha to Omega.'-[C Columbia Caronian.
JUDGE RUFFIN, NORTH CARoLINA.-A telegraphic
DESPATCH received in this city yesterday, brings the
melancholy of the very serious illness of Chief
Justice Rufin, of North Carolina. As profound ju-
ris learned scholar and well versed politician, Judge
Rufin has few equals in the Confederate States. We
sincerely hope that he may be spared to his family and
his country, for, though he has attained to good
old age his loss would be deeply felt and deplored by
his fellow citizens-Richmond Enquirer, april 10Th.
SAD Observation-Disclosures, May l.--Cn Saturday
evening at O'clock Joseph, son of President Davis,
died from injuries received by fall from the back
Of Executive Mans ZeLearnnhed 10 lie
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

GEN. LEES TABLE.-The Richmond cores
pendent of the Mobile Register is responsible for
the following:
In Gen. Lees tent, meat is eaten but twice a
week; the general not allowing it oftener, because
be believes indulgence in meat to be criminal In
the present straitened condition of the country.
His ordinary dinner consists of head OF cabbage
boiled in salt water, and pone of corn bread. In
this connection, rather comic story is told. Hav-
ing invited number of gentlemen to dine with
him, Gen. Lee, in fit of extravaganza, ordered
sumptuous repast of cabbage and middling. The
dinner was served, and behold great pile CT cab
bage and bit of middFng about four inches long
and two inches across. The guests, with common
able politeness, unanimously declined middling
and it remained in the dish untouched. Next day
Gen. Lee remembering the delicate idbt which
had been SO providently preserved, ordered the
servant to bring ''that middng" The man hesl-
tated, scratched his head, aud finally owned up
Ode fac is, Masse Robert dat ar middlin' was Dor
rid middn we all did'n hab mar spec; and L
done paid it back to de whar | got 1t from"
Gen. Lee heaved sigh of deepest disappointment,
and pitched into his cabbage
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
BALE YARN
And VIRGINIA Salt.

will exchange the above for Bacon, Lard, Flour,
Corn or Chickens. The salt is made from the ROCK
Salt, and is equal or better than Liverpool.
H. 3. WILLIAMS.
May 2, 1864 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03
FOUND,

Pocket Book containing a small quantity Of money,
which the owner can have by describing it.
May 2, 1864 ltpd W. L. HOOVER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

Dissolution OF OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES evil
dence is now unmistak cable that the late hrm OF
Vance, Graham and Holden is dissolved, not by
mutual consent but by the force of circumstances.
The two former members of the firm we learn will
probably carry on business together hereafter
the latter has set up for himself ION his own hook"
The firm did business in this State for about IL
months. to the great injury of the peace and quiet
of the people, and presume no one is sorry that
the concern is dissolved. Two years ago we pro-
tested against the formation of the copartnership,
and then predicted what would be the result but
nothing could prevent the coalition anxious were
the outs to get the places of the ms. But mere
ly commenced this paragraph for the purpose of
saying that the Raleigh conservative" new pa
per started for the purpose of supporting Gov.
Vance's reelection, among the supporters
of the Governor, VIM Graham, Edwin G Reade,
r NJ Pearson, &C. &c. So Mr. Graham has defined
his position at last has he
Graharn. Reade and Vance, land others who
obtained 6fice) made ali they could out of Holden
while the =eopartncrship continued, and would not
dissolve until they became convinced that Holden
intended to do business for his own benefit This
IS the truth about the nsaner. For our own part, we
are Disguised with the whole concern.
1--~~~
~ We see it announced that the annual meeting
of the Grahd Division of Sons of Temperance of
North Carolina will meet in Charlotte on the 10th
of May.
CoNGREss.-The first session of the Second Con-
gress of the Confederate States assemblies in Rich
mond to-day. We will publish the Message of the
President next week.
MoNEY.-The complaint is becoming pretty gen
eral that money is scarce and when it is remember
ed that circulation of about 5000, OO0OOO has been
reduced to less than $500 900 OO0 it is not surpris
ing to hear of the scarcity of money; though it is
surprising to know that prices of articles produced
in abundance here at home are kept up to starva-
ton figures.
We see it suggested that Congress should allow
the old fives to continue in circulation We hope
Congress will do such thing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

The LEGIsLATURE.-The Legislature of North
Carolina will re- assemble the Third Tuesday in
May, being the 18th day.
The meeting of the Legislature will afford few
demagogues opportunity to make great fuss
about "habeas corpus 1.-THE rights of the people,
&C., &c. This country is still cursed with some
men who are always ready to take hold of anything
that promises to make them popular among the
dear people," at the sacrifice of principle,
consistency, and peace and quiet at home. And
the tax payers of the State must pay the expenses
of these gentlemen while they maneuvreing at
Raleigh!
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-05-03

SAD Observation-Disclosures, May l.-Cn Saturday
evening O'Clock, Joseph, of President Davis,
portico of the Executive acknowledgement to :he
Carolina Times.