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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

THE CoNvENTIoN.-The election for members
10 State Convention, will take place next Thurs
day week. the 2lst day of September. In all the
counties candidates have either announced them
selves or been announced by friends. and gen
orally the canvass is being conducted quietly and
in order. In few counties the contest is pretty
sharp, but in no instance is the struggle between
what is called ''Spcessionist,' and Union
man. We believe all the candidates who are
"stumping" their counties claim TO have always
been Union men, We gratified to be able to
say that generally the men who were active and
prominent friends Of the Confederate cause. are
holding aloof from the contest. being determined
to do nothing that will create division and excite
'nent among the people. This course is prudent
and highly commemorate, and no doubt will do
mnch towards promoting good feeling among all
classes.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

In this town on the 4th inst, by the Rev. James
Stacy, Mr. Marion Rhyme TO Miss Salie A. Coward
In this vicinity, the 5th inst, by the Rev. G. Al
Everhart, Mr. John Wilson Moore to Miss Margaret
Gibbon, youngest daughter of Dr. J. Fl Gibbon
In this county, on the eth inst by the Rev. J. D.
Carpenter, Jedon r. Underwood 10 Miss Mary f.
Price, daughter of j. ID. Price.
In this county, the 5th inst, by the Rev. J. G.
Chalmers, Mr. j. F. Hall 10 Miss Jennie \. William
son. daughter Of Mr. Geo W Williamson.
In Rowan county, on the goth ult Mr. John "
Johnston ofCabarrus county, to Miss Mcknight.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
TREASURY DEPARTMENT,


WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 1865. }
Whereas by satisfactory evidence presented to the
undersigned, it has been made to appear that the
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CHARLOTTE, in
the Town OF Charlotte, in the County Of Mecklen-
burg, and State of North Carolina, has been duly
organized under and according to the requirements
Of the Act of Congress entitled "An Act to provide
a National Currency, secured by pledge of United
States Bonds and to provide for the circulation and
redemption thereof" approved June Cd, 1864, and
has complied with all the provisions of said Act re-
quired to be complied with before commencing the
business OF Banking under said Act;
Now, THEREFORE, l. Freeman Clarke, Comptroller
of the Treasury, do hereby certify that 'The First
National Bank of Charlotte" in the town Of Char
lo,te, in the county of Mecklenburg and State OF
North Carolina, is authorized to commence the
business of Banking under the Act aforesaid.
-, In testimony whereof, witness my hand
L. s. and seal of Office, this thirtieh day of Au-
49, gust,Is65.
FREEMAN CLARKE
Sept IL, 1865. en- Comptroller.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
LIVERPOOL SALT,
LEWIS s. WILLIAMS. wH. NOBLE. RoBT NJ. OATES
WILLIAMS, NOBLE & OATES,
General Commission Merchants,
No. 126 Pearl Street,
NEW YORK.

No. 126 Pearl Street,
NEW YORK.
Special attention given to the sale ofCotton, To-
bacco Naval Stores, Yarn and Domestics.
REFERENCES.
Davis, Rhodes i Co., New York,
Stokes l. Co, Richmond, Va.
John Lyon, Petersburg, Va.
w Sutherland, Danyille, Va.
John Davis, Lynehburg, Va.
John Wilkes, Priest LIST Ma. Bank, Charlotte NC
CDewey, Cashier State Bank, Raleigh, n. G.
Hughes Dill, Newbern, n. G..
G w Williams Co, Charleston, S. G.
RIM Johnston Prest. Ex. Bank, Columbia, SC.
@Phinizy h Clayton, Augusta, Ga.
John Ross Son, Macon, Ga.
=. F VI Gilmer, Montgomery, Ala.
Hamilton, Young Rush, Mobile, Ala. -
Charles Baskerville, Cel1mbus, Misc.
G w Williams Co, Fayetteyille, N. C.
September II, lse5
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

DECLINEs.-The Rev. John H unter. who was
announced as a candidate to represent Mecklen-
burg county in the State Convention. declines
allowing his name to be used in that connection.
lie appreciates the honor intended to be conferred
by his friends, but his duties are such that he
cannot consent to occupy position of that kind
at present. Mr. Hunter justly esteemed one
of the best men i'll the county. and if he had be-
come Il candidate would have received large
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

~PETERSBURG, Va,
Are prepared to do all kinds of Cast and Wrot Iron
Work Have hand extensive assortment of
Patterns for all kinds of Rail Road work. Saw and
Grist Mills, Staff mary Engines and Factory work.
Plough Castings of all patterns by the single point
or in quantities Merchants supplied with Plough
Castings and Plonghs complete on reasonable terms
Passenger and Freight Cars built at short notice
Orders solicited and prompt attention given to all
work. I. ALPHONSE JACKSON,
Sept II, 1865 2mpd Superintendent.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

ng-It is stated on the authority of the Peters
burg Express, that Major General Gibbon, the
officer in command there desires to have that
city turned over as speedily possible to the civil
authority In an interview with the Mayor and
several prominent members of the Common
Council, recently, the General positively SO ex-
pressed himself,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

A REMEDY.-Unless there is change for the
better in the management of the Railroad from
Goldsboro to Newbern, the merchants of Western
North Carolina will have to seek some other route
for shipping their goods. After goods are sent
from New York to Newbern, they allowed to
remain too long at the latter place, and know
of merchants having to so from here to Newborn
to hunt up their goods and after getting them
have had TO ride in the box car with them to pre-
vent their being stolen. The only remedy that
we know Of at present, is to ship by way of Will
mington. Probably that route would prove more
expeditions for merchants. though not &C
curately informed as to the transportation facl-
ties at Wilmington. As soon the Road from
Goldsboro to Newborn is turned ever to the Com
pony suppose the management will improve.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
NEW STORE, NEW FIRM, AND
NEW GODS!

DULS 60 HEIIIGs
Have just opened an assortment of Goods adapted
to the wants of the public, at their New Store, ep
posite the Court House.
Hats and Caps.
Ladies and Gentlemen in want of Hats or caps,
cannot fail to be suited, assortment has been
carefully selected by ourselves.
Shoes.
We have on hand Ladies' and Gentlenen's Shoes
Of almost every quality.
Glass and Crockery Ware.
Such as Tumblers, Gobets, Castors, Kerosene
Lamps, Dishes, Plates, Cups and Saucers, &c, &c.
Those in need OF such articles will do well to give
call before purchasing elsewhere.
Dry Goods and Fancy Articles.
Call and see our stock. We are sure the public
will be pleased with the selections.
We have also an assortment of
Hardware,
sach Spades, Shovels Folks, Pad Locks, Curry
Combs and Brushes, Cutlery, &c, &c, &c.
Petroleum.
This new OIL for LAMPS, burns with peculiar
brightness, and can be used in the old Kerosene
Lamps without the least danger.
The above articles, and many others not enumer-
atcd, intend TO sell at the lowest Cash prices.
Please give us call.
Country Produce taken In exchange for Goods, or Z.
bought at market prices
DULS HELLO.
Sept IL, 1865
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

HORSES CAPTURED DURING THE WAR
The Quartermaster General has issued an order,
under instructions from the Secretary Of War,
to the effect that where captured hose is
identified as the property Of loyal citizen, the
claim of such citizen to his property will be re-
cognized by returning the horse to him, or by
paying for it at the average Government price
of the district.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
HILLSBORO
N. G.. MILITARY ACADEMY.

The eighth Academic year of this Institution win
begin on Monday, the I'd day of October, 1865.
Exeeptihg the Military feature. the. general plan
of the Academy, discipline, course of study, &C.,
will be as heretofore.
TERMS One hundred and i.e (SlO5) for the first
three months of the terms Payable iE Advance.
This charge will cover all expense for board, fuel,
lights, washing tuition, use oftext books and med
ical attendance. Each student must furnish cloth
ing for single bed. Circulars furnished on sppli-
cation to J. B. WHITE,
Superintendent ii. NJ. A.
Late Sup't of s. G. Military Academy.
Sept II, 1865 At
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

SENTENCE RECEIVED The sentence Of the
Military Commission in the of Miss Temple
Nicely has been made known. They find her
guilty OF manslaughter, but in view Of the fact
that the shot that killed her servant was fred in
defence of her aged mother, they assess the pun
ishment at 81 900 fine Salisbury Banner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

CANDIDATES FOR THE CoNvENTIoN.--Orange,
Gov. Graham and Saml F Phillips; Buncombe,
A S MerriInon and l. L Stewart; Mcdowell,
Gen. Murphy; Cleaveland, Reuben Swan and
David Bean; Burke. Tod r Caldwell; Rich
mond. Gen Alfred Dockery.
We learn that John Phfer has withdrawn from
the canvass in Lincoln county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

The Salisbury Banner is informed that the
Headquarters of the District of Western North
Carolina, Brevt. Brig. Gen. Heath, will be re-
moved to Salisbury Maj. Gen. Fitzpatrick hav-
ing been relieved from the command, and ordered
to Wilmington.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

Trade was quite brisk last week. During tho
early part of the week Cotton declined bussorards
the close il rallied under an edy4scs in New York
and Liverpool and former quotations. we're main
tainca--as to 30. The market fs well supplied
with flour, but Bacon is stu in demand. We re-
duee quotatiops for Bsgging, Reps, Bacon &Flour.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

The cotton crop will be almost an entire fail
ure throughout West Tennessee, the rust de-,
stroying it before it natures. It is said the
best cotton county in the western part Of the
State will not yield two hundred pounds to the
acrp
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
w. s g. ANDREWS. BENZ. Ell. BARDIN.
N. C. COMMISSION HOUSE.
ANDREWS & BARDIN,
WILMINGTON, N. c..

The undersigned have established o Commission
and Forwarding House I'm Wilmington, and offer
their services for the sale of Cotton Naval Stores
SheetiDgs, Cotton Yarns, Tobacco, Bacon Flour,
&c, &C., and to purchase for merchants or Others,
any goods sold inths market.
Office No. 2, South Water street, up stairs.
Ser. II. 1895 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
For q ent.

The Dwelling portion of the Irwin corner House
will be rented Auction Thursday next at 10
o'clock. There are or good rooms@out-houses,
garden, &C. 1t is a comfortable and convenient
residence. S. A. HARRIS, Auct.
Sept IL, 1865 1t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

The CROWDS AT THE WHr-E EousE-A
Washington telegram dated September 5th
says:
As foreshadowed in Yesterdays dispatches the
rush for the White House was fearful to-day
The doors were besieged at an early hour, and
the ante rooms were filled, crowded and packed
as early as eleven o'clock. Mr. Seward and.one
or two others had called on business of public
Importance during the forenoon, which delayed
the ladies' reception beyond the usual hour. The
number desiring interviews was augmented by
fresh arrivals until the entrance door was closed
at three o'clock. At halfpast three the Presi-
dents room was not cleared of ladies, and over
hundred men were still patiently waiting for the
door to be opened. The oppressive heat, lack of
ventilation and absence of any kind Of seats for
the waiting sovereigns, drove scores away before
that hour. Horace Greedy and Gov. Brown of
Georgia, were in the crowd, but departed with
out seeing the President.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

BEBF.--Nothing is better than nice Beef
Mr. WnfA Cook, Town Butcher has a lot of
splendid beef cattle. from the mountains, and is
prepared to supply the demand every morning at
the Public Square. Eat beef and grow fat.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

p "A large public meeting of the citizens OF
Richmond Va, was recently held and partici
q pated in by some of the leading and most nfuen
tial men of Virginia. Among the resolutions
passed were the two following:
Resolred, That we have witnessed with Just
indignation the persistent and wicked efforts of a
portion of the press and people of the Northern
States TO brand the people of the South with
perhdy and insincerity in the honest attempts they
have made and are making, to resume their former
relations with the Union, by questioning their
fidelity and truth in the oaths of allegiance which
they have taken, and by vague and unsupported
charges, that they desire, if they do not contem-
plate, further resistance to its authority. Such
| imputatons are not only false. but mischievous,
being calculated to retard, if they be not designed
10 defeat. that perfect and constitutional restora
ton of the Union which the was professedly
waged against the seeding States to effect and
which good men and patriots in all sections of the
| country earnestly desire to accomplish. And it
being of the last Importance that the minds of the
whole people be disabused of these errors, and
particularly that the authorities at WASHINGTON
be truly informed of the temper and disposition of
the Southern people, do solemnly pronounce
these and all other imputations upon them, of a
kindred character. no matter from what source
they come, 20 be utterly uDgrounded and false
Res0tred, That the general temper and dispo-'
sitlon OF the Southern people. including our own
are to accept and acquiesce in the results of the
late sangninary struggle and to resume the duties
of citizenship in the Union. That the men of
charac ter and ability who have hitherto Influenced
public sentiment, neither advise or intend any
thing different from the discharge of their duties
as citizens of the United States, and are setting
an example of full and ready submission to the
authority of its government, and counsel full
recognition of the facts of the actual situation,
including the accepted and irreversible abolition
of slavery
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

WAsH1NaroN, Sept. 5.-Charfes Palmer, of
Richmond, who was to invite the President and
Cabinet to visit that city, arrived here Satur-
day. He has been most cordially received, and
to-day at noon, by special invitation, was present
ed by Mr. Seward to the Cabret-a compliment
due to MIR Palmer, who, during the war, was i'm
prisoned with Mr. Bolts for his devotion to the
Union. The President and the Cabinet express
ed to Mr. Palmer the hope to be able to accept
the invitation Of the people of Richmond as soon
as the weather and business would permit.
FORTRESS MONROE, Sept. 3, 1894 new
privilege has been granted to jeff Davis, that of
writing to his wife. His letters, of course, are
vised before sent. Attentive perusaI of the He
rald-.and he is an attentive and interested read
er of its columns daily-serves to keep him post
ed as to the movements and health of his family.
Thus his prison life has been gradually relieved
of its original hardship. He confesses, in fact,
that the only things he has to complain of now
are his deprivation of liberty, and, in his view,
unnecessarily deferring his trial. He has recov-
cred from bis attack of erysipelas, and his health
is wholly restored. He takes his daily walks end
his appetite is excellent. Mr. Clay has also re-
covered, and Mr. Mitchell is now in better health.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

The old Democracy have ruined the country
They responsible. party, for
the ruin which has come upon the South, which
they might have prevented, but for their 'rula or
ruin y.'-Ra}cigh Sentinel.
1t is pity friend of the Sentinel can't get
along without letting out his party bile occa-
sion"lly. Whnt is the Of stirring up party
matters! Probably he feels little soured be-
cause the National and State Governments are
again in tho hands of Democrats. He may
squirm but it is so. Wherein can he be benefit
ted by kicking against Fate When the proper
time comes we hope to be able to convince our
friend that the above charge is not correct. At
present will only state what is we'll known
a fact, that many democrats supported Breckin
ridge to save the Union, and afterwards opposed
secession the ground Of Lncoln's election.
In Tennessee, Andrew johnson canvasscd the
State for Breckenridge, but he opposed secession.
In North Carolina, Thomas Bragg and Bedford
Brown and w. w. Holden were advocates of
Brecknridges election (the two former taking
the stump fnr himl but they opposed secession.
North Carolina gave several thousand majority
to breckenridge in November, 1860. but in Fob
ruary following she gave several thousand ma or-
ty against secession We might institute a COM
parisOn between the conduct of democrats and
wings in this after, and show that 'sin'' lies at
the door Of one as much as the other, but we pre-
fer to let by-g cones be bygoneS. Our friend of
the Sentinel has. three four occasions lately
>scwed little too much party feeling, and we
merely intend to suggest that it is improper"con-
siderfng the times and circumstances. We are
not Disposed to blame either of the old parties of
the South
The Sentinel is good newspaper, and would
look much better if worked with new roller.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

HARDWARE, CUTLERY & FINE SHOES
Just received and for sale by
Sept IL BERNHEIM SINCLAIR.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

At the Mansion Honse in this town, on the 9Th
inst, Mrs Serene Averett, wife of Mr John \. Ave-
rett formerly of Onslow county, aged SO years.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

The W ashlnGfon correspondent Oh lHe eteIs-
burg Index says:
Our city is overrun with Southerners, partc-
ularly persons hunting pardons, which the Pres
ident has resolved TO grant only on perso nal ap-
plication; or in response to communications. Tie
..broker'' business is at an end"
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To Contractors and Bridge Builders.

OFFICE RALEIGH CASTOR RAILROAD COMPANY,
Raleigh, n. c., September 81, s65.
Plans and Proposals for building Bridge over
Cedar Creek, on the Raleigh & Gaston Railroad, will
be received this Office until the 18th day OF Sep
TENDER, 1865.
Bridge Builders may submit plans for a wooden
bridge constructed the GLOVE Truss plan" also
plans for a stone culvert. Each plan must be
compancd by proposals The Company reserves
the right to reject any all proposals.
The Contractor to do all the work and furnish all
the material. The transportation of the material
will be at the cost Of the Company when the Same
has to be carried by Railroads or Steamboats,.
II. w. LASSITER,
President Raleigh CASTOR II. r. Co.
Sept IL, 1865 2t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
MASONIC NOTICE.

regular communication of Phalanx Lodge. No.
81, will be held this (Monday) evening at O'Clock.
Members are hereby summoned to attend, and visit
ing brethren are invited.
S. L. RIDDLE, W. NJ.
Sept IL. 1865.
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COTTON CARDS.
w. IN. Bell,
Successor TO Jno. Whittemore CO..
MANUFACTURER or
CARD CLOTHING

DEALER
Manufacturers Supplies, COTTON and Wooden
Machinery, de-, No. Oh Maiden Lane.
NEW YoRK CRY, Gath Aug 1865.
MEssRs. SHACKELFoRD, HAAS Co,
= Gentlemen: At the request of Mr. II Bell,
write you in regard to his successorship the man
ufacture of the John WhittemoEe Cotton Cards. I
say that have been at the head OF his estab-
lishment since January st 1862 and still SUPER
intending his business.
Respectfully yours,
JOHN wHITTEMORE.
In addition to this, caution the public that all
genuine "Whittemore Cards" branded "John
Whiitemore"
The spurious are branded simply Whitfemore,r
and respectfully invite all dealers to call and
anime the brand of our genuine Card.
SHACKELF0RD, HAAS q CO.,
Sole Agents for the United States,
For "JOhn Whiitemore's" Cotton Cards. .
Sent IL. 1865 3m
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

, COME TO ORDER, GENTLEMEN.--Wesre respect
fully submit to our friends of the Raleigh Stan
dard and Raleigh Sentinel the propriety of dis
continuing. for the present their little squibs at
each other and especially the discussion about
the payment of the war debt of the State, SIC.
Such discussions can do no good at this time, and
may do harm. If our Raleigh contemporaries don't
look out they will get into general 'squabble'
and set their respective friends to auarreling.
AS they are both peculiarly Union, we suppose
they don't fear an order for suspension or sup
preston, like common people, But they had
better take care or they may get into scrape in
some other way. Let the OK and the lion eat
straw together for awhile, at least
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

This Bank having been duly organized, is now
prepared to transact General Banking and Ex-
change Business
This Bank will buy the Notes of most of the South
ern Banks; will give prompt attention TO collections
this other cssibc pOin S. to the adju. tment
of old claims and receive any other business that
can be attended TO by this Association.
U. S. Revenue Stamps for sale; Gold and Silver
coin and Bank Bills bought and sold.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

Contractors NOT CIVIL AGENTs.-We learn
that Gov. Holden has tasen the opinion of Mr.
Attorney General sEted on the subject, and
that the latter has detided, and SO Informed the
Governor, that -"csntr=ctors are not officers or
civil agents." and therefore, contractors of what
soever kind under the pretended Confederate
government, are not bound to apply for pardon
on that account alone. Unless included ia some
of the other exceptions in the Presidents am
nesty proclamation, persons who are merely con-
tractors are, therefore, entitled to take the am
nesty oath aud obtain their voting certificates =
Roleigh Standard. -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

E~ Notwithstanding the admirable sermons
that have been preached by our newspapers from
Cherokee to Cape Hatteras against the impolicy
of leaving the State just at this time, we learn
that great number of our native Carolinians are
about departing for the North West with the in
tenion of settling there; in this county alone we
hear of at least twenty families, who either h.ve
left already, Or will be upon the wing withia the
next few weeks. We regret to lose from aHlongst
us SO many who are "to the manor born but we
must congratulate the people who kSe in the
country where our friends are goiYg upon the
early introduction among them Of i little sterling
North Carolina worth and honestly Hinston
Sentinel.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12

~ We call attention to the advertisement of
the Petersburg (Va..) Iron Works. Farming
implements of all sorts can be procured in Peters
burg favorable terms anywhere in the
United States. These works deserve encourag e-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-09-12
THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK
OF Charlotte, ~. G..
Organized august, 1865.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
John Wilkes. President, S Guon,
I. w. Dewey, Cashier, Nye Hutchison,
Thos Ii Brem, Jno n Springs,
John Mcdonald,
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S4,498,074 Is
LIABILITIES.

s4,498,O74 IS
G. DEWEY, Cashier.