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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22
For Sale.

On the 2sd April, will be sold at auction, at The
Public Square Safe Letter Press and Blank Books
40 the ChsxIotte Mutual Fire Insurance Company.
e. NYE HUTCHINSON, Sec'y.
March O. 1864 II
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

u In order that there may be msunderstand-
ing about our rule, state that we charge adver-
Using rates for the proceedings of meetings nomina-
ting candidates for the Legislature This has been
our rule since the commencement of the war. We
have no objection to announcing any man for Office,
but it must be paid for All the notices which have
appeared in our paper have been paid for; and of
course it would be unfair to publish, gratis. the pro-
ceedings of neighborhood meetings making nomi-
nations. whilst charge for individual announce
ments. We intend to treat all alike.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

II Among the names of the Coafederate officers
received from Yankee prisons by the last Gag of
truce boat, find the following North Carolina
officers: Col Leventhorpe. cfsI Ith Regt.; Lieut.
Col Edward Cantwell. 59th Maj A . Csadup, ADD;
Capt S Cloud 10th, Lieut. r keeagh Goth.
cavalry.
U Brig Gen w Lee (son OF Gen i B Leaf
has arrived in Richmond having been sxeaaaged
for Gen Neal Dow.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

The undersigned will receive proposals for Plasterng
the Methodist Church in this They desir-
GUS of having the work done Immediately.
THOS. H. BREM,
WIN. J. YATES.
Charlotte March 2lst Building Committee.
The N. c. Christian Advocate will please copy 1t.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

Il A Depository for fund Confederate money
has been established at Lnoo. uton, and w. NJ.
Reinhardt appointed Derostar,r, Also, one at
Newton, Saml. B. Lowe, Depository.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

A LIBERAL MAN.-We are Informed that Michael
Cronly, of Wilmington, N. c., has donated to char
liable Objects since the first of last December,
enty thousand dollars! Mr. Cronly is an Auctoneer,
aud it is said he made his money by auctioneeriug
block ade goods
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

FLoRIDA.--During the war there have been
four invasions of Florida The first was in March,
1862, when they came to "protect." The second
| was in October 1862, under Gen. John NJ. Bran
non--an operation in niggers of which whole
cargo were carried away. The third was in March,
1863-an experiment with black regiments. The
fourth and last in February, 1S64-on at.
| tempting to take and hold. This likewise has
proven failure.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

WHOSE CRIME IS Ir?-Northern newspapers
howl piteously because of the poor fare furnished
prisoners in our hands. They should not forget
that they devastate our fields burn our homes, de-
stroy our crops, entice away our slaves, and thus
render it impossible for US to do more for pris-
oners than our own soldiers. Our soldiers have a
right to hate the Yankees, but the Yankees have
no right to complain of US. The brutality in this
matter is with the Buffers, Grants, Rosencranzes,
Mlroys, ct id omne genus of piratical plunderers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

GEN. HoKE.-Brig- Gen Robt. F. Hoke is now in
command Of the troops at Kinston, N. c., and
appears to be doing his duty vigorously and salts
factorily. A correspondent of the Raleigh Confed
crate, writing from Kinston. says -
We hope that Gen Hoke will be permitted to re-.
main at this post. He is certainly the right IN
the right place, and at the right time. 20
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22
WANTED.

good Horse for the Cavalry, for which good
note will be traded. Apply SOFA at this Office.
March Is, 1864 81
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

MIsTAKEN.-We learn that some persons have
made up their minds to hold on to their treasury
notes of the present ISSUE expecting to be able to
pass them after the first of April. They will find
themselves mistaken, for after that time will
take note of the old issue above the denomination
of five dollars at par, and but few will take them at
a discount on account of the difficulty in making
change trouble il counting the discount. Even
the FIVE dollar bills will soon become uncurrent, be-
cause they subject to the tax after the LIST July.
People will be disposed to want the new currency
in business transactions.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

DR.. LACYs ADDREssEs.-The Rev Drury Lacy.
D. D., delivered public addresses in this place on
Thursday and Friday evenings last, in behalf of the
Hospitals of North Carolina, and the general
state of the country. We heard both lectures, and
we can say that have seldom been more inter-
ested and gratifed than with these address,
es. DR.. Lacy's earnest style, vigorous language,
array of facts. and his wel-known piety chris
tian minister, convinces his hearers that he means
what he says, and is devoted patriot. His ad-
dresses calculated to do much good by encour-
aging the people in the struggle for life and liberty
in which the South is engaged. We wish every
man and woman in the State could hear him
Those who failed to hear these addresses missed
great treat.
We learn that about $500 was contributed by
our citizens for the benefit of the Hospitals.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

THE RA1LRoADs.-The Secretary Of War has issued
orders allowing but passenger train day the rail-
road lines between Richmond and Augusta and soldiers
and persons travelling Government business, to
have the preference in travelling the trains. The
schedules have not yet been arranged when they are
will publish them.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

Steel Greek at store Monday March Ia
BerryhilPs, Tuesday, March 18th
Paw Greek, Wednesday, l6th
Long Creek, Thursday, nth
Lemly's; at Davidson College, Tuesday, a2d.
Deweses, at Davidson College, Wednesday, 23d.
Mallard Greek, Friday, 2oth
Harrisburg, Saturday 26ih
Crab Orchard, Monday, 2sth
Clear Greek, Tuesday, 2eth
Morning Star, Wednesday, som
Providence, Thursday, 3lst
Sharon, Friday April LIST.
Farmers owing an Income Tar from the sale of pro-
ducts taxed in kind from trading &c, amount
ing to more than $500, must have il written out
scrips. All sums Of id under $500 is exempt from
the income tax. J. r. MORRIS, 100000.
W. W. GRIER, ''
will attend with the Assessors n the above times
and places for the purpose Of collecting the Income
Tax. d. @. MAXWELL,
March 8, 1864 Collector.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

A PROPER TR1BUTE-Capt Louis G Young,
Aid-de-camp to Gen. Pettigrew, publishes state
ment in the Richmond Enquirer of the part Petit
Crews Brigade (now Kirkland's) took in the battle
of Gettysburg 1t is intended as defence of that
Brigade from unjust misrepresentation. In MOTTO
ing the gallant conduct Of many N G. officers on
that occasion, the writer speaks of the Adjutant
of the 18th N c Regiment-H. G. Lucas of this
town-as follows
"The battles of the war can furnish no more
marked example of high spirit and true earnest
ness, coupled with forgetfuness of self, than does
that of Lieut. H. q. Lucas, Adjutant 18th N G
Regiment. Lying on the field, unable to move in
consequence of his death wounds, he seemed to
forget bis sufferings and danger; and there are
some of us who will never forget the cheering &C.
cents of his voice, he encouraged all who passed
him to press on to victory. He died at Martins
burg from the effect of his wounds"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22
NOTICE.

All persons hoyfng claims against Solomon Earn
hardt deceased, must present them within Tie time
prescribed by law, daily authenticated this notice
will be pleaded in bar Of their recovery. ..
j. NJ EARNHARDT, Admir-.
March 8, 1894 4tpd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

We, the Assessors for Mecklenburg county, will at
tend at the following times and places for the purpose
of receiving the Returns of Bacon and the Returns Of
he INCOME Tax viz:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

HORRIBLE The late order Of the yankee COM
mander at Norfolk. compelling the Rev. Mr. Wing
field. pastor of the Episcopal Church in that city,
to work on the streets for three months because he
sympathized with the South This native land), is a
most brutal and tyrannical act. If the yankee au-
thortes thus degrade and abuse ministers of reli-
gion, what would they not do with other people if
they had the power? These tyrannical acts teach
cur people of the fate which awaits them if they
suhFnit to the Northern Government.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

SNow.-The first snow this season, in this section,
fell Tuesday night last: but not in sufficient
quantity to lie long the ground. The past week
has been cold freezing weather, with heavy fosts.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

D6r The Selma Reporter has information that
Colonel Vest, member of Congress from Missouri,
made speech at Demopolis, Ala, to the Missouri
troopa. on Wednesday, the 9th inst, in which he
stated that be had just returned from Richmond,
and that President Davis told him he had infor-
mation, which was Official, that Macmillan was
en- route 10 accept the throne of Mexico, which
would result in shs recognition of the Southern
Confederacy by Mexico. Spain, France end proba-
bly, Austria. Doubtful story
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

EXHIBIT Of the Operations Of the Loan Asso-
citation from its commencement, NoU. LIST, 1868,
to March LIST, 1854:
Whole amount paid out for Provisions, $23,544 90
Add 10 per cent 2,354 90
s25,sss 90
Amount sales during same time, $27,918
From which deduct expenses, 2,629-$25,sSs 90
90
We would here state that we have purchased about
800 bushels of Corn, which is being ground into meal
and now coming in with which. together with some
corned Beef, hope to be able to afford some relief
until times get better A. GRAHAM, Commissary.
March 81, 1864 r. SCARF, President.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

PRINTING ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS for printing
newspapers like genuine coffee, are becoming very
scarce and hard to get-especially is this the case
in regard to printing paper. The price of paper
has been advanced again within the past few weeks
and we do not believe that the price will be reduced
soon because there is short supply of material to
make paper, and not much chance OF increasing IT,
Instead of selling rags to the paper mills. people
either wear or otherwise their rags, neglect
to save them. IF everybody would unite in helping
to increase the supply of cotton or linen rags, there
snight be prospect of reducing the price OF
newspapers
And. unfortunately we may say, while printing
materials are decreasing in quantity the demand for
newspapers is increasing At least we find such to
be the case, much so that we are overworked now
in order to mail our paper at the right time Be-
Sides if we take many more new subscribers, we
shall be compelled to issue only half sheet; and
we want to avoid that. Therefore would pre-
fer not to take any more new subscribers for the
next month or two.
In the meantime, our present subscribers
Especially those who have always patronized us)
their subscriptions as they expire, if they
choose do so. by paying either money or provis-
ions-and we assure them that it would be accept
able if some of them would pay in provisions. A
newspaper is certainly worth much now as it was
before the WARM fact it costs great deal more
now, in proportion, to furnish newspapers, than
it does to raise corn, wheat and other provisions.
We are always willing to trade in the old way
is not that fair
We return our thanks to those who have already
paid us in wood and provisions in fair and liberal
manner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

Town TAxEs.-While people discussing the
tax laws, those living in town must not forget to list
their taxable property with the Town Clel4, Mt
Dewey, before the end of March.
Those who enjoy ~ the privilege of living in
town must pay for it, In addition to tbs Confeder-
ate tax the State tax, the County tax and the Town
tax. there is the ''buttonhole tax the Sub
scription- paper" tax. to which you must put your
name with certain amount opposite whether you
have the money to spare or not. That's right, and
of those who live in town must pay for
such transcendent pleasure
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

MAMMOTH BEET.-Mr H. C. HOWE of Cabarrus
county, last week left at this office beet which
beats all the beets we ever saw. 1t measured 80
inches in circumference and weighed Is pounds
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

THE WHEAT PRosPECr.--We learn verbally
and from our exchanges that the prospect of the
wheat crop is encouraging. The late rains have
brought it out wonderfully, and farmer told us
the other day that the prospect was as good now
1t usually is at this season Of the year.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22
WANTED,

A good MICH cow and calf, for which a liberal
price will be paid. J. II. CARSON.
March 81, 1864 At
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1864-03-22

ENRoLLING.-The enrolment of those liable to mill
ary service will take place in CASTOR county on tbs
I'D, 24th 2bth and 26th days of March in Lincoln
county on the 2sth, 29th, aoh and of March in
teaveland county the LIST, I'd 4,h and 9Th days of
April tor those living in the bounds of the elst Reg-
nen and the 6th 18th, sth and 9th days for the Goth
Neg'ment in Necklenburg county the llth 18th,
1'tn ana l4th days of April for the s5th Regiment
and 18TH 10th, 18th and 9th days for the seth Ree
Those who volunteer beforehand will have the privi
iege of selecting their Company and may avoid going
through the Conscript camp
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
.IGHLY IMPORTANT

Ill -- TO BLACKSMITHS
Four-ffths of time and hard labor saved py
using
1E ISAAC C. SINGERS
NEW AND COMPLETE TIRE AND RAND
BENDER
Patented March 10, 1868. Its chief advanta-
ges are
lst. Having strong gear wheels to obtain
power, one man can operate it to bend cold
wagon tire, any size under by inches.
I'd. Having movable collars, to hold the
bar square on the portable rollers, it takes all
twist out of the bar, while bending in regu-
lar circle.
Sd. 1t can be shifted TO bend to any desired
circle, from one up to twelve feet, in one
minute.
4th- Having movable centre post. which
can be quickly taken of, tires and bands are
easily taken out.
5th. The upper ribbed roller will aIwa7s
draw the bar through. f4-.
9th. Being guaged and numbered, card.
with directions accompanies ii.
The Machine in good (oil the journals)
running order, bolted upon a strong piece OF
timber, without legs or crank, for S25, or With
legs and crank fo1 S3O
All cash orders promptly attended to.
BE- State and County Rights tor sale
ISAA c. SINGER.
Ebensbarg, April ] 4, l664-tf
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
FROM OUR .SOLDIERS
LETTER PROM CAPT. LITZINGER's COMPANY
BUDGET OF NEWS FROM s'THE BOYS"


LETTER FROM CAPT. LITzINGERs COMPANY
BUDGET OF NEWS FROM s'THE BOYS"
Correspondence of The Alleghanan.
CAMP CURTIN, HARRISBURG,
September IL, 1864.
On Friday night, The ANeghanton was
received, and attained high degree of
Importance and interest. It contained
the news "from home," and hence was
eagerly sought for, eagerly read and ca
gerly listened to by the boys.
We are still unorsanized and untitled,
though we have been assigned to the
209th regiment, Col. Kaufman. We got
some seven recruits in Harrisburg, who
were mustered into service on Saturday
morning and paid their local bounty, six
of whom deserted under cover of night,
robbing the seventh, who is still with US,
of some four hundred dollars before leav-
ing. fnl qfa e1
1t is hardly probable that we will leave
here before the latter end of the week, if
SO soon as that. The boys are all in mod
crate health, though some few complain
We have had a surfeit of
rain since coming here. The other night
your correspondent suddenly found HIM
self absolutely surrounded by the watcry
fluid, and of course had to execute sud-
den "change of base" GAMMA.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15

Our ScHooLs.-The Union schools of
this borough will open for an eight-months
term on Monday, 26th inst Prof D. B.
Mahon, of Westmoreland county, is en-
pleyed as Principal The three assistant
teachers will be selected on Saturday
next
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
TAYLOR & CREMER,

- Al LIN hdUNIlNGDON II NURSERIES.
HUNTINGDON, Pa.
Sell Fruit & Ornamental Tress, Vines &c. of
better growth, larger size, and at lower prices
than any of the Northern or Eastern Nurseries
and warrant them true to name
Standard Apple trees at ls2 cents each
Sic per 100.
Peach trees, Is to 20 cts each-S12.5o to
S15 per 10
Standard Pear trees, SO to 70 cts oach.
Dwarf Pear trees, sos toSl each-20 to Sc
per 100
Dwarf Apple trees, SO to Is cts each
STANDARD Cherry trees 379 to rs cts
Dwarf Cherry trees SO to rs cts,
Plum trees SO cts
Apricot trees 40 to so cts.
Nectarine trees 25 cts each.
Grape Vines 25 cts to 81.
Silver Maple trees 624 to 81.
European Ash, 75 to l.
European Larch, rs cts to 1.5o
Norway Spruce, so cts to 81.
American Balsam Pine, rs cts to SI,5o
American Chinese Arbor Vita. SO ct
S1.50 ' -
Strawberry Plants, 81 per 100, &c. &c.
huntington, Jan. 25, IS6O.-tf
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
LOCAL CoRREspONlDENcr

i AOCAL CORRESPONDENTS
SAD RAILROAD ACCIDENT-PERsoNAL-o SOL.
DIERs-THE PIcNIc-DEDIoArIoH OF cArHo-
Lie CHURCH.
Correspondence of The Alleghanian.
| JoHNsTowN, September IL, 1864.
A terrible railroad accident occurred
near Beatty's Station, Westnoreland coun-
ty, last week. The boiler of engine No.
273 exploded, killing the engineer, Clas.
Gahigan, of this place, j. Jones fireman,
and William Walters conductor, both I
believe of Pittsburg. Some 500 sheep
were also killed by the wreck of the cars.
Mr.. Gahigan was very worthy young
man. He had served in the three and
nine months service, and had been pro-
NOTED to engineer but few days before
this sad occurrence. Some defect in the
machinery OF the engine is supposed to
have been the cause of the explosion. The
remains of the deceased were brought to
this place, and inferred to-day.
Among late departures from our town,
L note that of Andy Munson, late iron
dispatcher of the Mill, and James Quinn,
erstwhile military recruiting agent for
Cambria county. The former is now
employed as military telegrapher at Broad
way Landing, on the James river, while
the latter holds the position of clerk with
the Puryeyor at Grants Headquarters-
They are both deserving young men, and
will adorn any position they are called
upon to fill.
Capt. Morgan MDonald and Serst. |
Herd departed to rejoin their regiment, !
on Thursday last. The Capt. will not be |
fit for active service for some time
The veteran furlougLed soldiers of the |
54th ?. V. left here for the field again on |
Friday last. A large number of them
donned the hymeneal yoke during their /
brief stay in town, thus furnishing dou-
BILE incentive to bring this "cruel war" to |
a close as soon as possible. Among the
marriages was that Of Capt. John Suter,
of Co. A, 54th P. v, to Miss Emma A. |
Vickroy, of this place. May happiness be
theirs always.
The picnic for the benefit of the new
Catholic Church came off as per announce
ment on Saturday. The weather was very
but the attendance was large.
While l am on this subject, l may state
that the church is to be dedicated on
Sunday, 25th inst. The Bishop of the
diocese and fifteen priests have signifed
their intention of being present Tickets
Of admission will be so cents, and stran-
gers are invited to be present, with the
assurance that the best seats will be Sc
cured for them As this is without ques-
lion the finest church in the diocese (out-
side of the city,, it were well worth visit
10 Johnstown to see it, and at, the same
ime witness the impressive ceremonies
attached to dedicating Catholic church
o the service of the Almighty.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
A N ORDINANCE

"A N ORDINANCE
IA OF THE BORO. OF CHEST SPRINGS.
BE it enacted by the Burgess and Town
Council of the Borough of Chest Springs, and
it is hereby enacted by the authority of the
same, Thatthe said Borough, for the purpose
of raising money to pay bounty of $500
each to any persons who will volunteer and
credit themselves to the Borough, TO any
number not exceeding ten, issue coupon bonds
to the amount of So, 900, in amounts not less
than $50 nor more than Sl00, bearing inter-
est at the rate of six per cent. per annum,
dated the day the money IS advanced to a
Treasurer specially elected for that purpose,
to be signed by the Burgess and ccuntersign-
ed by the Secretary, redeemable in five years,
or sooner, at the pleasure of the Town Coun-
Gil, and payable to the purchaser or bearer,
the interest to be paid annually.
A. W. GREEN, Burgess pro tenn
JEFFERSON VARNEy, Secretary.
3 Chest Springs, August %, 1864.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15

ABOUT THE SIZE OF IT-The weather
during the past couple Of weeks has been
exceeding wet and disagreeable. AS this
is not the season for the equinoctial storm,
the superabundance of moisture can only
be accounted for on the hypothesis that
nature is weeping copious tears over the
depravity of man in that he could delib-
erately and Systematically promulgate SO
vile and unholy sentiments as those con-
tanned in the Chicago Platform
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15

NEW GOODS james NJ. Thompson,
at his store, p. 0. building. Ehensburg,
has just received and is now opening out
a large and well selected assortment of
ne,o goods, embracing the latest fall styles
of dress and dry goods, ready-made cloth
ing, hats and caps, boots and shoes, &c.,
&C., &c. Callearly before rush is made,
and take your pick.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
LOCAL AND PERSONAL.

EBENsBURG AND CREssoN RAILROAD.
--On and after Monday, May l6, 1864, trains
On this road will run as follows:
LEAVE EBENsBURG-
At 100 A. N, connecting with Bait. Ex-
press West and Thro' Accom- East.
At $40 P. NJ, connecting with Mail Train
and Fast Line West and Ex. East.
LEAVE CREssoN-
At lo.45 A. NJ, or on departure of Thro'
Accommodation West
At 9.15 P. NJ, or on departure OF Fast Line
West.
The Alleghanian. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1859-1865, 1864-09-15
GOAL! COAL! COAL!

TOAL! COAL. COALl
~ The subscriber is now carrying on the
Coiliery of VIM. Tiley, Sr, at Lilly Station.
on the Pennsylvania Railroad. Cambria coun
ty, and Will be glad to fill all orders, TO any
amount, of citizens of Ebensblrg and yicin-
ity Satisfaction as to quality of Coal guar
antied in all cases. WN. THEY Ir
April %. ls64-6m
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INSURANCE AGENCY
A DMINISTRATOR'S. NOTICE

4 DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.
IA Letters of Administration on the estate
OF Mrs. Anna Rees, Late of Blacklick town.
ship, Cambria county, deceased, having been
granted the subscriber by the Register of
said county, all persons indebted to said es-
tate are hereby notified to come forward and
settle their respective accounts, and those
having claims against it will present them,
properly authenticated, for settl ement
JOHN b. ROSS, Admr
Blacklick Tp., July %, ls64-6t