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The New York herald., 1866-06-02

same for the Saxon In Canada. When the
elements Of revolution are all abroad in active
combustion, in both henispheres, there d no
telling what may happen. The British govern
ment has hardly more than ten thousand troops,
all told, between Lake Huron and Quebec
The local militia are Of little account Give
the Fenians . foothold in Canada for twenty
days and their little detachment Of occupation
may be swelled into an army Of thirty thousand
men, tried mostly in tho fiery ordeal Of our
Southern rebellion; and then from thirty thou
sand this aggressive army will rapidly enlarge
to forty, fifty, or even sixty thousand men. The
men are on both sides Of the border, ready to
fall in when they see before them fAir pros
pect Of grand success. A stirring victory or
two in actual blood-letting ON the part Of O'Neil
may, In this view, decide the fate Of Canada.
Everything depends upon the pioneers Of
ONei. As In the Alps the loosening Of Q
stone often awakes the avalanche, so here q
successful Fenian skirmish may lsad to an
Irish republic in Canada, - . grand privateer-
ing and naval base Of operations against the
bloody Saxon In old Ireland itself Who can
tell, We ask, in these times Of popular spon-
taneous combustion, tho extent Of revolu-
tionary fire which little spark may kindle!
We have had our turn. We are all right.
The great Powers Of Europe, excepting Russia,
have no claims upon our sympathy. We are
bound, as they were, by certain laws Of neu-
trality; but we cannot help them. Such
souvenirs as those of Jake Thompson, George
Sanders and Wilkes Booth are certainly not
calculated to attract our gratitude towards her
Majesty's provincials of Canada. We are rather
inclined TO be thankful to the Fenians for ad-
ministering those provincials stiff dose of
Canadian non-intervention, whatever may be
the sequel of this foray. The season Of the
year Is we'll chosen by General Sweeny for .
grand campaign, and while the odds appear to
be heavily against him there are certain ad-
vantages with him which may possibly turn
the scale in his favor. Louis Napoleon, with
his live eagle at Boulogne, was laughed at; but
where is he now? The Sweeny pioneers have
gone forward to fight. They will doubtless
very soon have bloody work upon their hands.
Upon the issue Of their adventure depends not
only their own fate and that of Canada and
Ireland, but, perhaps, the fate of the British
empire in every quarter Of the globe. An
actual fight or two will be necessary to disclose
the real strength or weakness Of this movement
Meantime it appears to be sufficiently for
midable to justify the terrible fright which has
seized her Majesty's loyal Canadians. The
wolf at last is upon them and they are in a
fearful state Of commotion. They probably
think it the coming Of Sherman's legions on
another march to the sea.
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City Intelligence.

Musrc IN THn PARK.-The Park Commissioners an
nounce that the weather there will be music
the Mall at the Park to-day commencing at three
o'clock p. NJ by the Park band, under the leadership
Of H. B. Dodworth. The following is the programmes
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TO ADVERTISERS.

Advertisements to insure q proper classification
should be brought in before hafpast eight o'clock
In the evening.
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BROADWAY THEATRE, Broadway near Broome
.,resl-THR CoRsIcAs BRorHKRs Matinee At Ia oCiock-
sArAs IN PARIs-JxsNY LIND.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
MECKLENBURG FEMALE COLLEGE
AT CHARLOTTE. N. e.

Rev. A. G. STACY, A. NJ, President,
Assisted by accomplished Instructors in all the De-
partments.
The buildings and grounds known as the N. G
Military Institute, located in Charlotte, having been
secured for term of years for the purpose of a
Female College, the Institution will be opened as
such January 29th, 1867.
The first School year will be Of irregular dura-
ton. 1t will comprise one long Session of Twenty
six weeks.
This Session, or scholastic year. will be divided
into two Terms of Thirteen weeks, each.
Rates per Ter payable aduance in lawxl currency
Of the United States:
Board with lights, $50 90
Tuition-Collegiate Department, 16 SO
Tuition-Primary Department, Sill 90 to l3 90
EXTRAS:
Music on Piano or Guitar, 80 Lessons, $40 90
Latin, Greek, French, German, ETC., EACH 90
Painting, Drawing Embroidery ETC., at fair rates.
Pupils will furnish sheets, pillow cases, towels,
table napkins, and counterpart
The standard of Scholarship will be high and the
instruction thorough.
The building is eligibly situated with more than
twenty acres of land attached, the premises being
delightfully."- adorned with native oaks. Ample
means of exercise and recreation will be thus af
forded. For Circular apply to
A. G. STACY,
Dec II, 1866 Charlotte, N. C..
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City Ordinance.

Be it ordained by the Board of Aldermen of the
city of Charlotte, That the License Tax for selling
Spirituous Liquors, Wine, Ale and Malt Liquors.
for the ensuing year within the corporate limits of
the city or one mile thereof be fixed THREE
HUNDRED DOLLARS for Retail License, and TWO
HUNDRED DOLLARS for Quart License. And that
application will be considered by the Board IN
less the License Bond and cash accompany the ap-
plicaon; nor from any party who may be in arrears
on bis License Tax for this year =.
Be it further ordained, That any person who shall
sell Wine or Spirituous Liquors within the limits
of this city or mile thereof retail by the
small measure less than quart Without having first
obtained A License from the Aldermen Of the city,
shall upon conviction forfeit and pay for each and
every offence, THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS. Any
person selling By the quart or upwards without
License shall upon conviction, pay ONE HUNDRED
and FIFTY DOLLARS for each and every offence
s. A. HARRIS, Mayor.
T. W. DEWEY, City Clerk.
Dec II, 1865 2t
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

MAeisTRATEs.-Someth ought to be done
by the Legislature for the relief of the Magis
trates, to allow them fees for their services
For some time past two or three of our Magis-
trates (Ross and Overman especially have been
kept busy issuing warrants, attachments aud Ca.
Sas. These matters consume a great deal of
their time. frequently three or four days Of the
week, and unless something is done to allow them
compensation they will be forced to resign. We
surprised that they give SO much of their time
to the public for nothing. when they issue an
attachment they have to write an advertisement
to be posted-all for nothing. The law ought to
require that Attachment notices should be pub
lished in the newspapers. SO that interested par
ties might have chance to plead. But few. if
any, see The notices stuck up on the court house
doors.
We notice that meeting of the Magistrates
of this county is called the Goth inst, to take
into consideration the proprety of resigning their
commissions.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

In the n G. Presbyterian of Sept. 26tb, article
was published over the signature of "Amicus."
invite attention 10 extract from that article. "If
wholesome discipline, devotion to the cause OF
education, skill and experience in eaching will
success. then the Faculty Of this Female Col
lege have all the elements Of success. There 10
institution where the mental culture, the health,
the morals and the manners of the pupils are more
looked after and cared for"
The next session will commence the Second
Monday Of January, 1867. Each boarder will end
her own lights and towels, and also pair Of sheets
and pillow cases. The entire expense Of Tuition
and Board, including washing. for Session Of
Twenty Weeks, viii be from $ll5 to $l25, currency.
Extra charges viii be made for Music French Latin
and Drawing. Advance payments will be expected,
yet the greatest possible indulgence will be given
our patrons. A large patronage is needed dssired
and ezpeeted .# -
Address, ]. n. N. CALDWELL,
Dec II, 1866 pd States Vile, N. G
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

FROM WASHINGTON.

the last news from Washington brings nothing
ofimPortance, except declaration of nator Sher-
man, in the Senate or Friday last. Speaking Of the
Howard Amendment, he said at grieved the Presi-
dent that the Southern States we're unwilling TO ac-
eept 1t, but things would change"
The bill of Mr. Julian, introduced in the House On
Friday last provides for putting the Southern States
under Territorial governments, and then for hold
ing elections for State officers, and further provides
THAT mo person who has held or exercised any
once, civil or military, in the State Confederate
Government, under rebel usurpafion, or who has
voluntarily borne arms against the U. States, shall
vote or be eligible to be elected at such election"
No one is to be excluded from voting en- account
Of color.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

Dr.. w. r. Hours SALE-We we're pre-
sent, on Tuesday and Wednesday last, at DR. w.
X. Hollis sale. Quite large number we're
psesent. We suppose, some Eve or six hundred
persons each day. We did not stay until the
sale closed, but sufficient was sold on the two
hIst days, to enable us 20 judge pretty we'll what
the property would bring.
The plantations, which we're, perhaps, among
the best in Davidson County, were not all sold
when We left, but what were sold, on six aud
twelve months time, brought from seventeen
and half TO thirty live dollars per acre. The
stock which was Of the finest bloods, sold CON-
paratively low, With the exception of the mules
which brought their full value. The beautiful
grey stallion, Medley, was bid off by DR. Meares,
at $500. The fine mich COWS brought from
$25 to SIS. Farming implements Of which
there was an usually large variety of various
patents, sold very low. There was no graia
sold during our stay. Taking altogether, there
was bad average, and the property was dis
posed of at sacrifice. This however. will be
in all such cases, during the exist
ence of the present scarcity of money.-SaHs.
barry Bunner.
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FOREIGN NEWS.

The Fenian trouble in Ireland is increasing.
Another regiment Of artillery has been ordered
aud will soon proceed to ireland.
The English Government offers . reward of
$4,000 for the body Of James Stephens, dead
or alive Stephens is the head-centre of the
Fenisn organization.
most appalling explosion occurred in . col
liery ut Bsrnsley, county Of York, England
The loss of life vas frig h,ful The bodies of
three hundred dead have already been taken
FROM the mine, and many others still uuaccount-
ed for. 1858 49,
The Paris Monitear announces that Emperor
Macmillan is still in Mexico, aud Is undecided
a. to bis future movements -
IL Liverpool the Cotton market il sstivs
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

Financial Report of the City of Charlotte
Mecklenburg Female College at Charlotte-Rey A
6 Stacy, President
Christmas and New Years Presents at Elias 4
Cohen's
Administrative Sale-Easter Fl Richardson, Adm
English and French School for Young Ladies at Lin.
colnion-Miss N w Alexander
Concord Female College-Rev NJ Caldwell
R n Tiddy Brother. Booksellers and Stationcrs
Corn and Lime-W W Pegram
city Ordinances-S Harris, Mayor
Sioclh older's usetipg-T Dewey, Cashier
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
CHARLOTTE MARKET, Dec. II, 1866
CONNECTED BY SrENnousE MAcAULAy l. Co.

Last week 500 to $50 bales Cotton were sold in
this market, at prices ranging from 274 to 2sa-tax
paid by the purchaser. The market Saturday
closing firm.
Flour remains at SIS per barrel for first quality
market we'll supplied. No Wheat Offering.
Corn is in demand at ST. 35 to 81 40 per bushel.
Peas ST. G5 to 81 TO- Oats 80 cents. Il
Bacon 10 to 20-market we'll supplied. Fresh
Pork 10 to l24. Beef TO 7 cents by the quarter.
Corn Whiskey 81 so. Apple Brandy So SO. Not
much offering.
Chickens Is cents. Eggs 80 cents and in demand.
Liverpool Salt 81 to 81 Is per sack Sugars II
20 20 cents Molasses 60 cts to ST. Coffee 80 80.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

OBSTRUCTION OF TIE civic Law BY MILL
TARY ORDER.-Cosnty Court Of Cruven Sac
pended AT the sitting of the Court Of Pleas
and Quarter Sessions, 10 this city, on yesterday,
a negro man was tried add convicted on charge
OF larceny and sentenced by the Court to receive
. whipping The sheriff Of the county was
about to carry toto effect the sentence, when .
notice was served upon him by II e. Haxen,
LIST Lieut.. 9Th U. 8. Infantry, Commanding Post,
iorbiddiog the infection Of the punishment
The sheriff promptly reported this extraordinary
interference to the Court, aud as that body up
to this tine had no notification whatever of the
existence Of an order to interfere with the ad-
ministration of the laws of the State, consider
able excitement was manifested, and ultimately
the Court adjourned, the general feeling being
not to hold the Courts at all, il they cannot be
held free from Interference BY the military
NewCern Commercial, 14th.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
NOTICE.

At the late residence of Jas Richardson, decd,
the I'd day of January next, will be sold to the
highest bidder, credit of six months, 2 good
Mules, 400 bushels Corn, IS bushels Peas. stock of
Cattle. Hogs and Sheep, Fodder Shucks. Farming
Implements, Household and Kitchen Furniture, &c.
Bond and security required of purchasers.
EASTER Fl. RICHARDSON,
Dec II, 1866 Special Administering.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

In this city, the 5,h instant, by the Rev. VIM.
C. Power, Mr. William Oxner, of Union District
S c., to Miss Lizzie, daughter of Alex. Bethune.
In Providence, in this county, on the 18th inst,
by Rev r q Johnston. MIR w Smiley Hunter of
Mallard Creek, TO Miss Bette Matthews.
In Rowan county, on the 25th ultimo, Mr. Caleb
A Hess to Miss Mary Cole.
In CASTOR county. on the 9Th inst, Mr. John l..
Carson of York District, to Miss NJ. E. Hanna.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

THE WILMINGToN, CHARLOTTE & RUTHER.
FORD RAILROAD.-We notice that in the House
Of Commons, on Tuesday, bill to enable the
Wilmington, Charlotte and Rutherford Railroad
Company to complete its road; pay its debt to
the State, and extend its road to the Tennessee
line, had passed its third reading. Section first
enacts, that for the purpose of supplying funds
to enable the Wilmington, Charlotte and Ruther-
ford Railroad Company to complete its road, and
to discharge its debt to the State, the said CON-
pany shall have authority to borrow money, by
the issue of bonds, other evidences of debt,
authenticated in such manner as the President
and Directors of said company may deem best,
10 sums not less than FIVE hundred dollars, at
rate of interest not exceeding eight per cent,
principal and interest payable at such time and
place said President aud Directors may elect
The bonds So issued not to exceed four MILLIONS
of dollars.
Section second enacts that to secure the pay
ment Of these bonds and other evidences Of
debt issued Is aforesaid, and the interest there
on, as the same may accrue. the said Whining
ton, Charlotte and Rutherford Railroad Com
pany may execute and deliver mortgage deeds,
signed by the President and Secretary Of said
company, conveying its franchise and property,
including its road bed superstructure, chooses in
action, aud real aud personal estate Of whatever
kind; and the deed Of mortgage, so executed
and delivered, and registered in the county of
New Hanover, shall have priority over any lien
or other claim held by this State, on the subject
matter so conveyed, it being the intent and
meaning of this act, that the mortgage under
authority of this act shall have the rights add
powers Of FIRST mortgage. and the State shall
be 10 the position, and shall have the rights of
second mortgage only.
Section third enacts that in consideration of
the powers granted by this act, the said Viii:
mington, Charlotte and Rutherford Railroad
Company, on the acceptance of ths same by a
majority Of its stockholders, aud on the execu-
tiou of any first mortgage deed as above men.
toned, shall be deemed and held, to surrender
aud renaulsh all privileges of further exchange
Of bonds with the State, conferred by the charter
of said Company, or any amendment thereto.
Section fourth eDacts that the said Whining.
ten, Charlotte and Rutherford Railroad Com
pany, shall have power to extend its road, by
such routes as may be deemed best, to such point
on the Tennessee line, as the President and
Directors mag determine, and to that end, shall
have all the powers Of condemnation of land,
for right of way aud other purposes as are con-
ferred by the charter of said Company.
Section fth enacts that this act shall be 10 force
from its ratification. Wilmington Dispatch
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

Be il ordained by the Board of Aldermen Of the
city of Charlotte, That any Merchant, Shop keeper
or other person who shall leave their Cellar door
open on any of the Sidewalks Streets after dark,
shall be fined upon conviction. before the Mayor, for
each and every offence FIVE DOLLARS.
z as. s. A. HARRIS, Mayor.
T. W. DEWEY, City Clerk.
Dee -. 1855 u
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
TIE LEGfSLATURE.

On Saturday last, the Senate passed bill to
transfer to the College at Chapel HILL the public
lands given to this State for Agricultural College.
Ia the House, Mr. Waugh introduced bill to
abolish the o6ice of State Geologist. ss%
resolution for the relief of Union county, Tau.
thorizing loan from the Public Treasury was re-
ported from the Committee on Propositions and
Grievances, and had its i:rst reading
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

~ We notice that a member of the House of
Commons introduced bill entitled "A bill for
the relief of the people," 1t merely provided for
a sine die adjournment of the Legislature on the
Oath of December. We presume he thinks it
would be great relief to shorten the session of
that body and save the So and $40 per day that
the officers and members now receive.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18
WASHINGTON, Dec. IA.


La the Senate, Mr. Lane declared that .he
Southern States never should be re-admitted
until they had conferred negro suffrage. That
the " hole matter was 10 the control of Congress,
representing the loyal States, and that neither
the President or Cabinet bad anything to do
with it.
Mr. Wilson said as soon as negro suffrage was
established, the Democratic party, with that keen
scent peculiar to it,, would court the negro
influence, and that the Wises and Letchers of
the South would be after them, claiming rela-
tionship and as the same blood did really roll
in their veins they would bring affidavit to
prove it if necessary.
The Senate passed, by vote of 80 to Is, the
bill comforting suffrage in the District of Co.
lumbia on colored persons, but excluding in
the language of the bill, those Who may have
voluntarily given aid anG comfort to the rebels
in the late rebellion.
A bill for similar purpose, with unrestricted
suffrage passed the House last session, and there
is no doubt that the measure will become law,
as two-thirds or more in each branch are in "a
vor of it.
In the House, Mr. Stevens stated that he to-
troduced the bill 10 relation to North Carolina
at the request of several gentlemen of that
State.
A DESPERATE FIGHT.-At Sweetwater, Tenn
Capt. Jenkins, of Marietta, Ga, attacked by
two men named McGaughey, of Athens, and
third whose name was unknown. jenkins was
MORALLY wounded after killing one and MORALLY
wouuding the other McGaughey. The quarrel
grew out of a raiding party commanded by Jen-
kins, being suspectedo having killed McGaughey's
father.
Pork "A drove of Tennessee hogs arrived
in this town, Oh Friday, and remained over
night The owner demanded, in specie, 81
cents per pound, gross. We have not heard
that any sales were effected-YorkviNe En-
quirer.
COMING SourH-The New York Herald says
a number of Senators and Representatives have
indicated their intention to spend the Christmas
holidays in the cities of New Orleans, Memphis
and Mobile.
Observation-Disclosures Dec 13.-The pro-
position to memorable Congress in regard to
restoration was defeated. The Governor has
vetoed the Air Line Railroad.
The bill to repeal the Usury laws passed
both Houses Of the South Carolina Legisa-
ture.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

SUDDEN DEATH.-Mrs e. e. jenkins, q
highly es.imabe lady Of this city, and vile Of
the late Joel Fl. Jenkins died quite suddenly
las, Tuesday morning at her residence.-Satis-
bury Banner.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

TEE LEGIsLATURE.---Bnth Houses have
agreed to adjourn the Gath of December, to
meet again the 22d of January.
On Thursday last. the Senate and House acted
on the Howard Amendment to the Constitution
of the United States. In the Senate the vote
stood Al against the Amendment to for it. In
the House. the vote 90 against the Amend
ment to 10 for it. Five members of the Senate
were absent or not voting. and in the House sew
entcen failed to vote. No doubt some were alb
sent and some lodged.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

In addition to Admiral Semmes, General
Joseph Wheeler, we'll known as cavalry officer
has been elected Professor Of Natural Scencs
in the Louisiana State Seminary.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

THE PEN1TENTIARY.-The committee of the
Legislature in charge of the matter, have re-
ported in favor of the establishment of Peni-
Tertiary. We caution members of the Assembly
to their votes on this question. The State can
not afford an expense ofsuch doubtful propriety
al this tive Let the question be submitted to
the people at the next INSTRUMENTATION Conn.,
n,erciut.
These are our sentiments, and we warn the
Legislature against imposing unnecessary burdens
upon the people, without first securing their as
sent.-SaiisJnry Banner.
We have already gave our reasons for opposing
the establishment of Penitentiary in this State
1t will require large sum of money from the
people to erect the buildings &c, and we fear it
would always be an expense to the State Treasury
II would furnish offices for several hunters,
hut instead of decreasing crime it will increase it.
Let rogues and villains be whipped and hanged,
in the old way, and not fed and pampered at
State expense. Are the people willing to see
their money appropriated by the Legislature for
such purpose at a time when they are scarcely
able to pay their taxes! Do they want to erect
an ylum for horse-:hieses and house-robbers.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

Stockholders Meeting.
The Regular Annual Meeting Of the Stockholders
of The FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CHARLOTTE,
will be held at the Bank, on the Second Monday in
January next, the 18th.
T. w. DEWEY, Cashier.
Dec ~, 1855 -
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-12-18

Christmas and New Years Pre-.
sents,
Some very handsome, selected in Europe by one of
the firm. If you want beautiful French and Eng.
lish GOODS for the Holidays, call and see them at
Dec l7,h ELIAS b COHEN'S.
ny Ladies and Gents Writing Desks, Ladies'
Work Boxes Purses, Portemounaies, Bags, Pearl
Card Cases, Pearl Boxes, Portfolios, &C., in beauti
ful variety and at low prices, at
Dec 18th. ELIAS COHEN'S.
PHOTOGRAPHIC ALBUMS,
For Christmas, from So to $50, at
Dec II, 1866 ELIAS COHEN'S.