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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

The CONDITION OF FREEDMEN IN NORTH
CAROLINA.-An interesting report has been
made as to the number and condition of the
freedmen in the sub b-districts of Greensboro,
Salisbury, and Charlotte, North Carolina. II
represents that at Hillsboro' there are II color
ed persons receiving rations from the Govern.
ment. Greensboro is the Headquarters for the
bureau for FIVE counties of the State, and on the
18th inst, the date of the report, there were
800 persons receiving rAtions. Fifty-6ve Of
these are in Government buildings, and 206
are scattered through the town aud adjoining
counties. There are over thirty buildings OF
various sizes in possession of the Government at
Greensboro, formerly owned by tho Confederate
Government.
There are iu camp At Salisbury l07 freed
men, 62 of whom are receiving rations. Here
the Government has seven buildings, and the
colored population of the town is from three TO
four thousand.
At Charlotte there are 292 freedmen in camp,
nearly all Of whom receiving support from
the Government. The camp o: this place con-
ssts of poorly constructed huts Of rough shin.
giles, and out of the large number Of people in
camp only 68 belong to the district, the balance
being principally from Virginia, Georgia, and
South Carolina. Since June last, 1923 negroes
have been sent from this place to their homes,
or where they might earn livelihood.
Every fIecdmen's camp in North Carolina
has been inspected by the medical officer in
charge and IF better buildings arc not provided
there will be much suffering this winter, as It
will be impossible for the people to live IN tha
old, wornsout tents they now have.
If the negroes would go TO work on the
farms they would mol have to live in "tents"
aud .huts"1
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
BRAZIL NOT SO GOOD.

1t appears ftom late statements concerning
the government of Brazil that il would not be
so good place for southerners 10 emgrate to
as many of our people supposed. The Emperor
rs both gentleman and scholar, but his cabi-
net and ministry rs chiefly composed OF negroes.
The Judges that preside in the Courts are fre-
quentiy negroes, and before them. white men
would have to appear in civil or criminal suits.
These facts, probably, are known to hut few,
if any, of those who contemplate emigrating 20
Brazil, in consequences of their attachment TO
the institution OF slavery. While i. is true that
African slavery is q Law of Brazil, there are
causes now at work that will, no doubt, accom-
plish the downfall OF that institution. The
Emperor bimsefis in favor of emancipation.
!. When these facts are known, there will be,
we opine, an end to southern schemes of emi-
grafton to Brazil Instead of white emigrants
to Brazil, there should be strong tide Of negro
emigration to that country. The climate GER
tainly suits the negro, and the political aud So
cial advantages would place them 10 position
to show their capacity for self government.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
ODDS AND ENDS.

The young lady who could read the following
and not "pity the sorrows of poor young mar" |"
deserves to live and die an old girl:
Il wish l we're turkey dove,
A setting on your knee,
I'd kiss your smilin' lips, love, s..
To all e-tsr-ni tco."
Men who boast that they never show quarter
IN times of danger, are certain 10 show none but
their hind ones.
"Sal, what time does your folks diner Soon
as ysu goes; that's missus' orders"
What is the difference between On accepted
and rejected lover? One kisses his miss, and
the other misses his kiss
What is the difference between q school mas
ter and railroad conducto.? Que trains the
mind, and the other minds the train.
What is the difference between bad boy
and postage stamp? One you lick with
stick, and the other you stick with lick.
Old gentleman, (affectioLately)-My son,
why do you chew that filthy tobsccoy Precious
youth, (s,iffIyl-To get the juice out of Il, old
codger.
When Baltimore lady is kissed she says
she feels as though she was taking chloroform,
and remains iUsensible as long sc the operation
lasts.
There is a family in Ohio so lazy that Il
takes two Of them to sneeze-one 10 throw the
head back, and the other TO make the noise.
Babies resemble wheat in many respects.
Firstly, neither good for much till they ar.
rive at maturity; secondly, both are bred 10 the
house, and are also the foiOer Of the family
thirdly, both have to be eradied; fourthIy,
both arc generally wslI &rHshed before they are
done with.
care you Christian Irdian?" asked be-
nevoleDt gentleman of one Of the .Chippews
tribe. "No sir" was the answe; 81 whiskey
Ingen."
The following is verdict on negro jury:
..We, the undersigned, being korner's jursy
to sit on de body of de nigger Ssmbo, DOW dead
and gone afore US, hab been sittin' on dc said
bigger aforesaid, and he did on de night oh do
fusteenth of November come 70 def by fallin'
from de bridge ober de riber in de said riber,
wbar We find he was subsequently, drown, and
afterwards washed on de riber side, whar We
pose he was froze TO def"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
BAKERY, CONFECTIONERY
AND CANDY MANUF ACTOR Y

The subscriber respectfully announces to the Cit
izens of Charlotte and surrounding country that he
has resumed business again. and is prepared to fur
nsh every body with fresh Bread cakes and candies,
at wholesale and retail
Retail dealers will find it to their interest by Or
derng their candies from him. he wl give entire
satisfaction both in price and quality.
Orders from distance attended to at short notice.
J. G.. G.. Lesser,
Nov ls65-omrd Nex. to Democrat Office
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
Notice to Debtors.

All persons indebted 10 the late firm of Cochrane
Il Sample who do not wish their Notes and Accounts
turned to Northern creditors, will find it to
their advantage to call upon J. NJ. Sample, Bern
helm & Sinclar.s Store, aud make some arrange
ment concerning the payment of the same.
We owe debts at the North which must be paid
by cash or such notes as we hold belonging to the
firm. COCHRANE Il SAMPLE.
Oct 80, 1865 St
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

Charged TiM DisloyaL Langaogs-Oai
Campbell, of the Fourth Ward, arrested q bar.
tender, named j. Il. Henly, on Wednesday
night, for drinking to the health Of JEFF. Davis,
and expressing bis Southern sentiments beast
ingly, while in the restaurant of Mr Charles
Klolnan, on Seventh street. The case is held
for hearing - Washinaton Chronicle.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

GEN. l.. S. BAKER.-This distinguished
Confederate officer since the war has quietly
settled iu Newbern aud engaged in Hotel keep
ing.
We had the pleasure Of stopping with him a
few days since and can bear testimony to the
excellence of his table, the comfort of his rooms,
and the attention of his servants.
1t gives us pleasure to commend the North
Carolina Hotel to the favorable consideration Of
the travelling public GoldsJoro Ne,os.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
Situation Wanted.

want situation Tanner. Can take charge
of a Tannery run by steam or in the ordinary way.
Have had 80 years experience in the business. The
best of reference can be given. am a native of
North Carolina Apply to address me at Char
lotte, N. C. W. T. WINDLE.
Nov 6, 1865 IL
Columbia Phoenix copy times and forward bill
to this office
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
Gbe Wrstrrn Dfmotrat.
CHARLOTTE, N. c.

"NAMEIEss We have received copy of
a book bearing the above title, published by W
B Smith & Co, Raleigh. It is tale from the
pen of Mrs Fanny Murdaugh Downing, of Char
otte, who is an accomplished writer and will
rank among the most gifted authoresses. We
presume the work is for sale at the Book Store.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
ExTRAcT.]
DEPARTMENT OF STATE,
Washington, Nov. 2l, 1865.

Washington, Nov. Il, 1868.
To His Ercellency ". ". Holden, Provision-
al Governor Of the State Of North Carolina,
Roteigh:
The President sincerely trusts that North
Carolina will, by her Legislature, promptly ac-
cept the Congressional amendment of the Con-
stitution of the United States abolishing slave
ry.
He relies upon you to exercise all your func-
tions as heretofore, with the same wisdom and
in the same spiritof loyalty and devotion to the
Union that has marked your administration
hitherto.
The President desires you to feel entirely as
suled that your efforts to sustain the admins
tration Of the government and give effect to its
policy, are fully appreciated, and that they will,
in no case, be forgotten.
have the honor to be, your Excellency' s
obedlent servant, t.
Will. II. SEWARD.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

The aooy the dear people are j7ceced.-Tele-
graphic dispatches give the following nforma-
ton as to how the money of ''the people" is
squandered by governmen, officials:
GA Columbus (Miss.) paper is informed of
$4,000 being collected by Government agent,
and but sc, 900 accounted for. 1t says the
stealing mania is rampant"
Louisville, Nov. 24.-Frauds in the Quarter
masters Department have been discovered to
the amount of 100000. The names of the
parties have been suppressed for the present"
Why suppress the names of the rogues? Why
not expose them and then hang them
nlP The Commissioner of Internal Revenue
at Washington, iu note addressed to S. H.
Wiley, the Collector for this District, says that
I" when cotton is shipped it is your duty either
to collect the tax on it or to take bond for the
same"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
w. w. GATHER. M D.

Offers his services Surgeon and Physician to the
citizens of Charlotte and vicinity
Office on Sd floor of the Brawley building, oppo-
site Kerrs Hotel. He can be found his Office
at the corner Drug Store at all times when not pro-
fessionally engaged. Oct g. 1865.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
DESIRABLE MANDATORY
AND
Es T. A T. e s II "A TIE ALE

THE ROCK ISLAND wOOLEN MILLS,
Situated on the Catawba River. in MeokIenburg
county, North Carolina containing six complete sets
of woolen machinery, made by A jerks G. Son,
Bridesburg, Pa, the best machine manufacturers in
the United States. Most of it new and all of it in
perfect working order; will be sold at public auc-
ton, at the square in the town of Charlotte, on
Tuesday, the 18th Of December
next, at IL O'Clock a. m.
The mill site contains twenty acres of land and
water, and upon it 2 Is cottages for opera
tives. The machinery is propelled by four reaction
water wheels in perfect order and the water power
is the never-faing Catawba River and is sufficient
to operate an indefinite amount Of machinery. In
connection with the Mandatory, will be sold
A Tract of Land.
In the immediate neghborhood, known as the Stowe
tract containing two hundred and seventeen acres
This Manutactory needs no extended eulogy from
us. Its reputation and its fabrics familiary
known from the Potomac to the Trans Mississippi.
At the same time and place will be sold
Two Valuable Plantations
In CASTOR county; one contains two hundred and
forty acres, lying on the South Catawba River, one
mile and half from the Rock Island Mills, known
as the McLan tract The other situated on the same
river about one mile and half from the former,
and about three miles from the Factory, containing
four hundred and ninety acres, known as the Loner-
gan tract. Beth these tracts of land improved,
with comfortable farm buildings and are in good
state of cultivation.
And at the time and place will also be sold,
The Three Centre Store Rooms
In the granite building in the of Charlotte,
n c. These store rooms are three stories high, be-
sides basement, and the most eligible business
sites in the thriving town of Charlotte.
The term of co-partnership of the present pro
prietors expires the st day of January, 1885, and
this property is to be sold for the purpose of dri
sion.
Terms made known on the day of sale.
YOUNG, WRISTON / ORR
Nov 6, 1865 ct
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
EesEN. WADE HAMPTON.

I General Wade Hampton is grandson of
Brigadiers General Wade Hampton. of the Revo-
luton and War Of 1872, and a son of the late
Colonel Wade Hampton, we'll known throug bout
the Union to the patrons of the turf.
Wade Hampton the elder was native of
Prince George County, Maryland, in the vicinity
Of Washington, aud Of obscure parentage. lie
entered the Revolutionary army as wagon
master, and from that humble position gradually
rose to the rank of Colonel. After the war he
emigrated to South Carolina. and became a
planter, and, on the. acquisition Of Louisiana,
made such investments in that territory, on the
Mississippi, near New Orleans, as to render him,
on his death in 1886, one Of the richest men in
the country.
On the breaking out of tie rebellion, the
present Wade Hampton was regarded as among
the richest men at the South. He was originally
opposed to secession-frankly confessed that he
saw nothing in it but ruin to himself and his
relatives but when the war commenced, en-
barked in it with all the impetuosity of an ardent
nature and by his gallantry and skill as cavalry
officer, soon attained the rank of Lieutenaut-
General. In person he is described as one of
the most strikingly elegant men Of the day
very tall with classical features, and magnif
cent black beard altogether, quite Cavalier
of the Bayard order.
His officers and men were devotedly attached
to him-not more fer his dauntless courage in
the field than for those rare qualities of head
and heart for which he is equally distinguished.
At the celebrated conference Between Generals
Sherman and Johnston IN North Carolina | am
informed that Wade Hampton, as he sat upon
his horse, formed altogether the noticeable fea-
ture of the occasion, and attracted the unwearied
admiration Of the Federal soldiers who were
present, to whom he had been previously un-
known AS one of them remarked afterward
4" Hampton looked as if he bad stepped, horse
and all, out of canvass by Titan or Veasqeuz"
Wade Hampton is about forty years of age,
and with the exercise of prudence and modera-
ton, will not unlikely, unless destitute of ambi
ton, fill a very prominent place in the future
history of the South
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
A GARD.


The subscribers will continue to carry the
Merchant Tailoring business heretofore at the
store formerly occupied by Thos Trotter, Jeweler
Prices will be regulated according to the times on
the cash system Country produce will be taken in
payment for Cutting work done. We hope
friends will not ask for credit, expect to do
up work in the best style for CASH or its equiva-
lent in something to or wear.
JAS. A. CALDWELL & co.
P. S.-Persons indebted to US will please call and
settle by cash note, early as possible.
June 26, 1865. If J. A. g. Co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

ADvERTIsING.-The reason Why the great
SarsapariIla man could afford to build the hand
soonest palace on Fifth Avenue,-why Phineas
T BarDum could afford to lose two fortunes, and
be still wealthy,-why Professor Holloway had
almost the largest uninherited estate in England,
why three immense fortunes have been made
BY three several Sewing Machine eonpanies,-
why poor ffth-rate druggist, who, ten years
ago kept little obscure store 10 Philadelphia,
is to-day making out Of common rum and few
herbs priucely income, and why hundreds os
others are succeeding in this world, while their
neighbors in the same line of business are fail
ing, lies, more than anything else, in one word
Mercantile men are beginning
thoroughly to uBderstapd this, and the variety
and ingenuity of the means whereby the public
is made acquainted with the wares Of the world,
and their whereabouts is study in itself. The
majority Of these methods are of very late origin,
and haze sprung from the competition in every
line of business, stimulating traders to the exer
else of every expedient in order to WOO the Gus
tom to their counters.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
Office W., C. & Rutherford r. II. Co.

LAuhSnURG, n. c., Oct. 18th, 1865
An adjourned meeting of the Stockholders of the
Wilmington, Charlotte Rutherford Rail Road
Company will be held at Lincolnton, n. C., on
Thursday, January 18th. 1865.
WM. H. ALLEN, Secretary.
Oct 80, 1865.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

I'll. B. WILLIAMS,
Is receiving and opening, in the New Book
Store of c. w. Downing & Co., doors north of the
National Bank,
Fall and Winter Goods,
embracing most of the articles kept in other stores,
and many that are not to be found at other places.
Dry Goods, Crockery, Glass and China Ware. A
splendid stock of SHOES of every kind, J. Miles &
Son celebrated Ladies, Gents and Chldren's Shoes.
large stock of Saddles, Brides, &C,
@rocerieS
Baggng Rope, Bale Yarn, Rife Powder, Shot, &c,
White Lead Sole Leather and Calf Skins Ladies
Hoop Skirts of superior make, Glover Seed, Flour,
Superfne and Extra
All Goods we have will be sold cheap for cash or
cotton. No credit given.
Oct l6, 1865. Fl. B. WILLIAMS.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
From the Raleigh Standard.

DR. Powell, State Agent, arrived in Raleigh
Saturday night the ,25tb, bearing important dis
patches to Gov Holden from the President and
Secretary of State. The following extract is all
that is deemed proper to lay before the public
for the present.:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

THE~SroNEs OF THE TEMPLE The stones
which composed Solomons temple were said to
be forty cubits long, twelve thich, and eight
high Supposing cubit to be eighteen inches,
Which is the lowest estimate, they would be
sixty feet long. eighteen feet thick, and twelve
high. And supposing cubit foot of marble to
weigh 2,707 ounces, one of these stones weighed
2,752,038 pounds and II ounces. And suppos-
ing one man to be able to raise 200 pounds it
would require 1900 men to raise one Of them,
and also little boy who could raise So pounds
and y ounces And suppose one man TO re-
9uire square yard to stand upon, it would re-
quire 2 acres, 8 rods, l perches and II yards
for them to stand upon while raising it, besides
place for the little boy 10 stand What floats
mus. have been necessary TO carry them across
the sea to Joppa. And what kind Of teams, as
well as wagons, do you suppose they had to carry
these stones from Joppa to Jerusalem, which is
about thirty miles, and mountainous country?
And what skill was necessary to square and dress
these immense stones, that when they were
brought together, they fitted so exactly, that
they had the appearance of being one solid stone.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
RELIABLE SOUTHERN INSURANCE

The National and Fire Insurance Company of
Neao Orleans, Capital $500, 900
The undersigned beg leave 10 inform the insurng
public that they have been legally appointed Agents
for the above named Company, and are ready
take risks at customary. rates. This Company
was organized in JANUARY, 1918, and its assets
the most secure in the cOfntry.
HUTCHINSON s SPRINGS, Agents,
Nov 6, 1865 3uI Charlotte.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

Brigham Young has had new revelation" !"
He says il is the will Of God that the sisters
should make their own bonoets and hats for
themselves and their families, from straw and
other materials raised in the Utah mountains"
The next "revelation' will probably dictate the
style in which they are to be made and worn
1t is said that Brigham Young has large lot
of rye straw 'for sale in lots to suit purchasers"
latien.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
Valuable Tract Of Land for Sale.

The subscriber offers for sale Tract of Land ly-
ing on the Statesville Road, about one mile north
of Charlotte, containing about one hundred acres.
On the Tract is a valuable Gold Nine.
For Particulars apply to me or to w Davidson.
JAMES II. HENDERSON.
Oct g. 1868 If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05
To Railroad Companies.

TO ESHlEFOaN COMPANIES.
We the sole Agents for the sale of Taws eel
ebrated CAR GREASE for lubricating the a4les of
Railroad cars.
We have hand barrels Canary yellow Rail-
road Grease, 20 kegs axle Grease for wagons carts
&c Also, lot of Buggy axle Grease, and lot of
Tuw's Patent Harness Dubbing.
Also, 80 quoils of Rope for sale.
J. LONG L GO,
Oct 9. 1865. If Greensboro, n C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05

During the war the jewels of Zion lodge of
Masons in Jones county, North Carolina, fell
into the hands of a Connecticut regiment, and
were ultimately brought to Hartford, where
they were repaired by the ST. Johns Lodge Of
that city, and forwarded to the North Carolina
owners, with suDdry additions to their value.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1865-12-05


ESSAY ON Docs Josh Billings faVors the
world with brief essay on dogs dogs in the
lump" says Josh, 'are useful, bat they are not
always profitable. The Nufouudlin dog is use
full to save children from drowning; but you
have got to have pond of water and children
running about kareless or else the dog ain, pro-
ftable There amt nothing made boarding
Nufoundlin dog Rat terriers are useful to
catch rats bat The rats amt profitable after you
have ketched them. The shepherd dog is
full tew drive sheep, and pay more than they are
worth, just to keep the dog busy, the dog amt
proftable-not much. Lapdogs are very useful;
but if you don't hold them in your lap awl the
time, they amt profitable at all The coach
dog is one of the mos useful ov dogs | know ov;
but you have got to have coach, land that
amt always pleasantly or you can't realize from
the dog. Thus We sec that, while dogs are
generally useful, there are times when they amt
generally profitable"
Columbia phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1865, 1865-04-13
List of nesertefs and Abseutees rom
I'd s. C. Cavalry.
DESERTERS.

[ tOMPAKY BE Henderson, Walterboro.
~ Colletou District 8. c.; W H Speaks, Beau.
fort;J 5 Frazier, Mount Pleasant. Christ Churs
Parish; E Ford. Boston, Thomas 60. a.. -
Co &C Il Turrer, Yofkville.
Co D-Wm I Browning, Samuel P Burbare.
Wm buroage' Summervile; WIN b Harley.
Elmville, Colle.on district; John T jaekso5''
Holly Hilt Cherlestoa. District.
oo.E-C PhomPson, Cedar Hill, Spartan.
burg District; Alfred Harris, Limestone Surino..
VIM Smith, Pleasant Grove, Qreenvilla. q HI
Waldrop. II Hughes. Cross Anchor. Spar
tanburg -
ABSENTEES WITHOUT xEzvr
Co B-J C'Campbell. Columbia Sc i iT:rrx
r Taylor, G w Winningham, j A Datis
Beaufort; Martin. Barnwell y q; WV Md,
iesr, Coi!eton; j Stokes, Anderson. ! A
Lightsey, Beaufort.
60 C-B II Baxter Baruwen; VIM Erwin.
" VIM m Durham; Pickeps; Waey Floyd, Edse6eld:
! feaster, WIN Brace, Fairfield. D 4 Hutto.
Lexington; II A Motley, Columbia: F s. Turnarl
Spartanburg.
Co D-john >Balentin.. w 9. 4ass.,,x
Monks CornersCharleston District; W j Cor.
b%tt. W,lliston, Barn we'll District; A g Hareo
Aooe7ilie II; Seaman Jackson. Black 0aE.
charleston District; John Perry Wn. Perry
Man!owle,s n Colleto"; L hodges Flordsviila
Co E-Ben Wallace, Asa Hudson. Harry
Greenvle.. - ~-As1A"'
Co "a Vaughn. Rowland, Greeaville.
", GO G-J r Adams, W Brisbane, Columbia:
W, 9 Beck, Barnwell C'H; W .AcCaw, Able
vlile W. Il u; Randall, Pine H5use, Edgsfeid;
49, w Il Hancock. = n -; Corp } N Floyd. New
r. CO = &c A .cheatham, H Edison. Edgehell
= O. K-L W Brooks. - Dunlap, v G. Coed
= ketchum. Greenville; Benz H Knots.
UWrangeoarg Wsl g Q Il; John T Gaston, Lexington.
" g. Keith, Pickens r. By order asH
J. F. HoDeEs, lst Lieut.. and Act Adi't
~ All papers in the State will please pub
'''n 0n'e' April le q