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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
THE PHILADELPHIA FIZZLE.

The Convention of so called southern loyalists
has turned out pretty much as was expected by
all discerning men. 1t was simply spasmodic
effort on the part of miscellaneous lot of polit.
ical adventurers to gain political power; and now
that the spasm is over, the public look with
amszement upon the nangled remains of the
body which threatened at one time to rise like
Goliath of Gath and 90 forth to battle. What
sort of sling it was that killed this pretentious
giant cannot say, but it is certain that he lies
PROSTATE, while the true Union men walk around
the PROSTATE form, looking with wonder and
pity upon SO much pretended loyalty thrown
away and wasted.
According to thetheory of that Convention, the
black man was as much entitled to prominent
seat as anybody else, but the black man was
thrown overheard. Fred. Douglass is a negro
who possesses infinitely greater ability than
Jack Hamilton, Parson Browplow, and other
demorazed whites who took leading parts in
the Convention, and yet Douglass was snubbed
and ignored, while the vulgarites and blasphe-
mics of the white men were applauded to the
echo. The speeches of Brownow and Hamil-
ton will not bear comparison with those of
Douglass in tone, temper, ability, clearness, and
force, and yet Douglass received the cold
shoulder, and the trump card of the radicals was
thrown away. The truth is that this radical
Convention, which was gotten up to offset the
National Union Convention, is a miserable fail
ure. .-
1t was made up, for the most part, Of men
who have no hold upon the people either at the
North or the South. They were, for the most
part, set of political adventures, whose only
right to egislate upon national affairs consists of
their hatred of the President and their. hanker-
ing after the fesh-pots of Government patron
age. 1t will be an interesting sight to witness
tae figuring up the profits and losses of the flesh
pot Convention by the radical leaders next week.
RepaLlican.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
Genuine Durham
SN KIN G TORAC C C. O.

The undersigned is the sole proprietor of the
above named article, being the successor of the
original manu- ufacturer
Having obtained letters patent for said article,
he hereby warns all persons against manufacturing
or attempting to manufacture said article
All venders of the Genuine Durham Smoking
Tobacco " must obtain it from directly or from
nv authorized agents -s-az
The following are my sole authorized Agents at
present. Others will be added:
Stenhouse Macaulay, Charlotte; W D Smith,
Fayetteville; Walker, Farrar Il Co., Newbern !:
Northrop Cummings Wilmington D Teel, Tar
boro; Venable, Petersburg; Ashton Emerson,
Portsmouth, Va; Adolph Berry, l72 West Pratt St,
Baltimore; March, Price Co., 81 Walter ST, New
York -Es| j. R. GREEN.
Durham's Orange CO, N. c., June 25 1865 3m
BE- Stenhouse & Macaulay, Agents at Charlotte
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
SPEECH OF MIR. BLEDSOE.
From the Raleigh Progress.

I
| On Saturday night, the 9th inst, large and
enthusiastic crowd assembled at the Court House
in Raleigh to listen to the remarks of MIR. NJ
A. Bledsoe, according to notice previously
given.
Mr. B. endeavored in clear and forcible man
ner to demonstrate the fact, that the people were
morally and legally absolved from the payment
of all bonds and debts contracted by the State
upon the faith of property which the late disas-
trous has completely swept away, and con-
tended that the governments of 1861 and 1868,
were separate and distinct; that all Of the off,
GERS composing the former were legally elected,
appointed and qualified in accordance with the
constitution and that on the occupation of this
State by the federal forces, the organization was
entirely obliterated and utterly overthrown. A
military and provisional governor was appointed;
our judges and magistrates we're disqualified
and the whole machinery OF State government
was thrown out of gear The provisional gov
ernor, exercising aid deriving his authority from
the ec o6fcio commander-in-chief of the army
and navy: appointed other officers, thereby again
putting the government in motion, but under
entirely pew auspices. The soldiers who fell
fighting, in defense of slave property, now has
bis needy widow and orphans deprived of the
meagre pittance promised by the State. We
would also ask why the claims of Northern spec
ulators and Southern speculators should be
heard in preference to those to whom we are
bound by every tie Of honor and gratitude, not
only to see more justice shown but to protect
and befriend in their widowed and orphaned
state, thus practically demonstrating that We, as
grateful people, still cherish the memory of
those brave men, whose lives were so cheertully
and fearlessly offered up sacrifice, for the
achievement of Southern independence, upon
the altar of their country. -.
Mr. B. then delivered telling rebuke to that
clique, who, by some legerdemain, have sue
ceeded III getting the reins of government into
their own hands, and who, vampire like, feed
upon the blood Of the body polite, and strive
to make the great mass of the people feel CON-
Portable and easy by we'll arranged system of
cajoling, tanning and honied words while they
suck out their life's blood. -..,
Upon the whole Mr. BIS oration was one of the
most able and eloquent we have ever listened to
upon State politics We think his doctrines
should be promulgated and we trust ere long to
be able to present his speech in full to our
readers. '.-..-..-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
Fer Sale.

NY farm containing l75 acres, lying two miles
east from Charlotte, the Lawyers Road, in a
good neighborhood. About oneshalf of this tract is
wood land. The improvements consist of double
Log Cabin, Barn, &c Well of excellent water,
and an orchard of selected fruit on the premises.
Possession given lst January, 1867 and permission
given to sow small grain this Fall.
Also, a small brick Dwelling House in Charlotte
containing 5 rooms, located the Depot and
convenient to business
Also large brick two story Store at David
son College, ITO by 80 feet,-handsomely finished
and centrally located, with counting room and
cellar attached, and small frame Dwelling House
and Well of water the premises.
Any or all of these properties will be sold on
terms to suit the times, and mast be sold.
JAS. Fl. CARSON.
July %, 1866. if <.,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
State of N. CaroIIna-Cabarru Co.

Court Of Pleas and Quarter Sessions-July Term 1866
Allison Foil and others Anderson Foil and others.
Petition for Partition of Land.
1t appearing to the satisfaction of the Court in
this case that Anderson Foil and R. F. Friesland and
Jane his wife inhabitants of this State, but
reside beyond the limits thereof it is therefore
dered by the Court that publication be made for six
successive weeks in the Charlotte Democrat notify
ing said absent defendants TO be and appear at the
of this Court to be held for the county of
Cabarrus, at the Court House in Concord, on the
Sd Monday in October next, then and there to an
swer the allegations set forth in said Petition, or
judgment pro confesso will be taken to them.
Witness J. 0. Wallace, Clerk of our said Court at
office in Concord, the Sd Mondayin April. 1866.
--. .-s-' ]. o. WALLACE, Clerk.
32-6t Tpr. adv. SlO.1
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

COOP "A few weeks after late marriage,
the husband had some peculiar thoughts when
putting on his last clean Shirt as he saw no ap-
pesrance of washing" He thereupon rose
earlier than usual one morning, and kindled Q
fire. When hanging on the kettle, he made .
noise on purpose to wake his wife easy. She
Immediately peeped over the blankets, and theu
exclaimed: ~
any dear, what are you doing 7"
He deliberately responded; 'sPve put on my
last clean shirt, and am going to wash one nov
for myself
"Very WE'LL" replied Mrs. Easy, eyou had
better wash one for me, too"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

NORTH CAROLINA FREEDMEN-We learn
that Gen. Robinson, who resides here and is the
military commaudant Of the district of North
Carolina as we'll as assistant commissioner of the
freedmen's bureau, has made report to Gen.
Howard, in which, referring to the present sta
tus of the colored men, he states his intention,
which has already been partially successful, Of
breaking up the great number OF frcedmen's
camps throughout the State, and concentrating
the needy and deserving at few central points
1t is his opinion that after the first OF next
month, but few duties will devolve upon the
officers and agents Of the bureau in this State
The jurisdiction of affairs generally having been
turned over to the civil authorities all CON-
plants Of outrages between whites and blacks
have, during the past month, been referred to
the State Courts, and prosecutions have been
enforced against offenders of both classes with
equal zeal. .... .. .s- ..-
-. =. Gen. Robinson closes his report with the as
ser:ion that in an aggregate negro population Of
over three hundred thousand 10 the State, not
more than two thousand five hundred have fail
ed to place themselves GU. Of the reach of want
for the coming year.-Raleigh Progress. III
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
State Of North Carolina
yg $500 REWARD.

A Proclamation Gy His ErceUency, JONATHAN
WORTH, Governor of North Carolina.
WHEREAS, it has been represented to me that
JOHN H. ALLEN late Of the county of Mecklen-
burg, in said State, stands charged with the murder
of one Titus, freedman, late of said County of
Mecklenburg, and thst the said Allen is fugitive
from justice and has escaped beyond the limits of
this State -,. .-.t
Now, THEREFORE. in order that the said Allen
may be arrested and brought to trial, for said al
legged murd r, |, JONATHAN WeRTH, Governor of said
State do issue this my Proclamation, offering the
reward of THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS for his
apprehension and delivery to the Sheriff of Neck
lenburg county. --t..--
-, In witness whereof. His Excellency,
IS Jonathan Worth, Governor of said State
| o. Il. { has hereto set his hand and caused the
Great Seal of the State be affixed.
Done, at the City of Raleigh, this the 25,h day OF
August, A. D., 1856.
~ -. -s...-. ..- JONATHAN WORTH.
By the Governor: .-
VIM. II. BAGLEF, Private Secretary. 49,.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
STOLEN.

From my pasture Mount Mourne, 1redell county,
Tuesday night the 2lst inst, bay MARE,
years old star in the face and one white hind foot
and was in good order. A bride, halter and
Mcclellan saddle was taken with the Mare. will
give a liberal reward4o any person who viii return
her to me- or give me Information so that can get
her, ANY information may be addressed to me at
Mount Mourne, or left at this Office. - = #~e
Aug ~, ls66-4tpd. A. THOMPSOf.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

GooD SENsE.-We think it shows great
deal of good sense, on the part of SOME OF our
young married people, to begin keeping house
in SMALL houses Too many are unsatished un-
less they can start out as their parents left of,
instead Of practising, for few years, at least,
the rigid economy which is necessary to insure
success and happiuess.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

A MYsrERY.-How do those who are with,
out any visible means Of support, and always
decline paying their bills for want Of money,
give parties, dress handsomely drive. fast horses,
and carry well filled baskets from ,marken We
confess our inability to solve the mystery OF iy-
ing upon nothing.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
Tallor1n@.
JOHN VOGEL,

RACTICAL TAILOR,
Respectfully informs the citizens of Charlotte and
surrounding country that he is prepared to manu-
facture gentlemens clothing in the latest style aud
short notice. His best exertions will be given
render satisfaction to those who patronze him.
Shop opposite Kerr's Hotel, next door to Brown 4
Sttt's store.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
CHARLOTTE FEMALE INSTITUTE,

CHARLOTTE, n. g.
The next session commences on the lst of October,
1866 and continues until 30th June, 1867.
The session is divided into two Terms of Twenty
weeks each; the commencing the lst October,
1885, and the other the 18th February, 1867.
Expense per Term Of TVenty a0eeks:
Board, including every expense, except
washing, $l05 90
Tuition in Collegiate Department 25 90
50 g Primary 60 20 90
Music Modern Languages, Drawing and Painting
taught by competent and thorough Instructors at
usual prices.
For circular and catalogue containing full par
ticulars, address
REV R. BURWELL & SON, Principals,
July 8, 1866. Charlotte, n. G.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
ATTENTION
People Of Charlotte and sur
rounding country!
SELLING OFF BELOW N. Y. COST.

NO HCMB UG-NO HU-MB UG!
a $4,000 Stock of Goods mast all be sold
an three months
The citizens of Charlotte and surrounding conn
&ry Will do well to call at II. E. MORSE'S before
purchasing elsewhere, as they will save from 25 to
so per cent by so doing.
Merchants from the city and country will do we'll
TO give me call, will sell them Goods cbeaper
than the cheapest | have hand large and
we'll selected stock of
Dry Goods, ClothiRg, Millinery.
Ladies', Gents Misses and children's Roots and
Shoes, a large assortment, all sizes Calicoes
of every variety; Hats and Caps; Confectioneries:
Crockery; Trunks; Valises large stock of Notions
and many other articles too tedious to mention.
RSF Don't forget the place-at DR.. Prichard's
old stand, opposite the Court House.
Il. E. MORSE.
ALSO, for sale fine, spacious RESIDENCE,
with good Garden and out-houses attached.
H. E. MORSE.
June 25, 1866 sm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
The Southern Express Company

For the transportation of merchandise, valuable
packages specie, bank notes, bonds &C. for all parts
of the South and Southwest in connection with
ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY,
have established their agency at 80 BROADWAY
NEW YORK, where orders to call for goods to be
forwarded South will receive prompt attention.
Merchandise and valuahles delivered to Harnden's,
Kinsleys, American aud United States Express Com
panies, for the Southern Express Company, will re-
ceivc prompt dispatch.
For particulars rates of freight, &c, &c, apply at
the Office of the Southern Express Company, SO
Broadway. Ii. B. PLANT.
Dec lS, 1868. President
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
AUGUST NIEMANN,

Practical Wv atChmaker O jeweler,
(Nert door South Of the Mansion HOuse,)
CHARLOTTE, N. G.
The subscriber respectfully informs the public
that he is prepared TO do all kinds of work in his
line promptly and efficiently. He professes to
thoroughly understand his business, and those pa
tronizing him may expect to have their work well
done.
gsy% Clocks, Watches, Jewelry, Music Boxes, &C -,
repaired at short notice and satisfactory terms
AUGUST NIEMANN,
Next door to Mansion House.
April 30 1866
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

CoRN.-Large crops of corn in the Valley of
Virginia. where the drought has been compar-
atively slight, have been sold at So per barrel.
This shows abundance of grain, and scarcity of
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

about 80 years old, FIVE feet nine inches high,
strongly built, aud has light hair and blue eyes.
Sept 8, 1866. II - --#.-
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
MEDICAL CARD.

DRS. GIBBON Il McCOMBS, having associated
themselves in the practice of Medicine and Surgery,
respectfully tender their professional services to the
citizens of Charlotte and surrounding country.
From large experience in private we'll as
Field and Hospital practice, they feel justified in
proposing to pay special attention to the practice of
Surgery in all its branches.
Office in Granite Row, up stairs, opposite the
Mansion House.
ROBERT GTBBON, N. D.
Dec II, 1865 J. P. McCOMBS, NJ. d.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
OF CHARLOTTE.
~~~ee@e Of 1e~jta1

OF CHARLOTTE.
Increase OF Capital
This Bank having received permission from the
Comptroller of the Currency to increase the Capital
Stock
At meeting of the Board of Directors held on
the 7th instant, it ordered that the Capital
Stock of the First National Bank of Charlotte be
increased to the sum Of Two Hundred and Fifty
Thousand Dollars, and that advertisement be made
accordingly.
Books of Subscription are now open at the Bank.
THOS. w. DEWEY, Cashier
Aug l3, ls66-6t ..,-.. -. --
State Of N. CarOina-Cabarrus Co.
Court Of Pleas and Quarter SessionsJuky Term, ls66.
Mary NJ Litaker, Calab " Ltaker, Daniel Taylor
Litaker Louisa X Litaker,- Laura G
Litaker and Sarah Litaker,
Noah Blackwelder and wife Mary A Craven
and wife Sophia.
Devisavit vel non.
1t appearing to the satisfaction of the Court that
Sophia Litaker, Susan Litaker and Lundy Ltaker
and John Caniker and wife Elizabeth children
deceas ed and do reside beyond the limits of this
STATE il is therefore ordered by the Court that pub
licaton be made, for six weeks in the Charlotte
Democrat, notifying the said parties to be and ap-
pear at the Court be held for said county at
the Court House in Concord, the Sd Monday in
October next, aud make themselves parties to the
foregoing issue. ... -.
Witness, j. o. Wallace, Clerk of our said Court
at Office in Concord, the Sd Monday in July A. D.,
1866. j. O. WALLACE, Clerk.
32-Gt Tpr. adv. SOL
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

BY the Governor: ISIS
VIM. H. BAGLEE, Private Secretary.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1866-09-18

Court Of Pleas and Quarter SessionsJuky 7srm 1866
Mary Litaker Calab " Litaker, Daniel Taylor
Litaker, Louisa Litaker, Laura A
Litaker and Sarah Nj Ltaker,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1866-12-26
FALL AND WINTER GOODS,

4 He SUBSCRIBER has now in Store his
Stock of FALL AND WINTER GOODS:
consisting in part of
French MERINOES;
Figure, and Solid Cold DELANES;
Beautiful PoPLINs and ALpAcAsj
French, English and American PRINTS;
CANTON FLANNELS;
All Wool Red and White FLANNELS;
sHAWLS, NUB las, S0NTAG
BALMoRAL and HOOP sKIRTsi
Coored CAMBRICS;
HOSIERY, GLOVES and COLLARS;
Ladies' and Gents UNDERVESTS;
Ladies' and Misses HATS-splcndid variety;
RIBBONS, FLOWERS and FEATHERS;
BELT RIBBONS-Rlch and beautiful;
Fancy Docskin CASSIMERES;
sATTINETs, TWEEDs and Ky. JEANS;
Blcachcd LONG CLOTHS;
TICKINGS and STRIPES;
Plaid HoMESPUNS;
BLANKETS,-a fine supply;
Mems and Boys HATs-all kinds;
Ladies', Misses, Mems, Boys and Children'
SHOES and BOOTS, in great variety;
GROCERIES, HARDWARE CROCKERY;
With many other articles too numerous to men
ton. all of which will be SOLD Low FOR
CASH ONLY.
B. G. BRYAN, Agt.
Edgefcld, S. c., Oct tt 4O
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1866-12-26
State of South Carolina,
EDGEFIELD DISTRICT,
> IN EQUIT
Bcnnet Perry and others,

=
Bennet Perry and others,
VS.. Partition.
Martha C.. Perry and others.
FEY Virtue of an Order of the Court in this
, Cause, I will sell at the latc residence of
BENNETT PERRY, deceased, on THURSDAY,
the 10th day of January next, the REAL ES-
TATE Of thc said Bcnnet Perry, deed to wit:
TIE GENTRY TRACT, containing Three
Hundred and Fity-eight Acres, more or less.
THE BERRY TRACT, containing Three Hun
drcd and Thirteen Acres, more or less
THE JAMES TRACT, containing Two Hun
lrcd and Fcrty- Seven Acres; more or less.
THE BOWERS TRACT, containing One Hun
dred aud Forty Acre, more or less. }
The above Tracts of Lonl are adjoining lands
If John Riley, Arthur Dozicr, Drcd Wells, NJ.
Rcmpson. Saluda River, dc.
Sold on credit of Ono and Two years with
interest from day of Sale, except costs of Suit
a1d EXPENSES Of Sale, which must be paid in Cash.
Purchasers to give bond with two good sureties
and mortgage Of the premises to secure the pur-
chase money. Titles Extra.
Wv. cARWILE, CE.E.D. .
Dec. 10, 1t 81
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1866-12-26
DENTISTRY.

JR. III. PARKERs respectfully announces
that he is we'll prepared to execute in the best
manner and promptly all worlsin the business,
and at greatly reduced figures.
Having acquainted himself with tho late ines
Unable improvements in the profession, and Sc
cured full stock of. materials, &C., he warrants
god and satisfactory work to all who may desire
his services.
Edsefeld, S. c., Aug. 1, tf3l
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1866-12-26
COMMISSIONERS SALES.
State of South Carolina,
EDGEFIELD DISTRICT.
IN EQUITY.
Alex. Hollingsworth, Adm'or,

Alex. Hollingsworth, Adm'Or,
Mary A. Harrison,
L. II. Lagroon ct ux, ct nj. .:
UpY Virtue of an Order of the Court in this case,
I'D I will sell ct the residence of the late JAS.
S. HARRISON, decd, (Mt. Vermont on FRI
DAY, the 2Sth instant, the following REAL ES-
TATE Of tho said james S. Harrison, deceased,
to wit:
THE HOMESTEAD or MOUNT VERNON
TRACT containing Fifteen Hundred Acres,
moro or less, adjoining lands of Elias Lagroon'
Ebert Devorc, Sebron Stalnakcr and others.
J. THE SAND HILL PLACE, containing Four
Hundred and Fifty Acres, more orless, adjoining
lands of Geo c. Muyson, Catherine Dcvore, D..
j. Gilchrist and others.
syThc Lands may be sold in several Tracts.
If so, they will be designated by Plats on day OF
saic.
A1so,.
At the samc timd>and place, will be sold all
the PERSONAL ESTATE Of said deceased, con-
sis,ing of
Some 10 or Is Head of Horses and
Mules, :;
STOCK OF CATTLE, HOGS, &C.,
PLANTATION TOOLS.
/ WAGONS AND CARTS,
CARRIAGE AND HARNESS, BUGGY,
ONE LOT OF COTTON,
| HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE,
KITCHEN UTENSILS, &c.
Terms.--The Lands will be sold on credit
of one ana two years with interest from day o
sale. Purchasers to give Bonds, with ample per-
sonal surctics, and Mortgageof the premises tc
secure the purchase money. Titles extra.
mg-Tho Personally will be sold for Cash il
Specie.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1866-12-26
State of South Carolina,
EDGEFIELD DISTINCT,

EDGEfIELO DlS1TlC1,
IN ORDINARY.
EDY WE. DURIS0E, Esq. Ordinary Edge
Ed field District.
Whereas, William NJ. Heath, has applied to
ms for Letters of Admins tration, on oil and sim
guar tho goods and chattels, rights and credits
of Charles N. Thomas, late of the District
aforesaid deceased.
these are, therefore, to cite and admonish all
.nd singular, thokindrcd snd creditors ofthe sala
Ordinsry's Courtfor the said District to beholden
Mt Edgefeld Court House, on the 2sth day of
Dec. inst to show cause if any, why the said
administration should not be granted.
Given under my hand and seal, this 18th day
of Dec in the year Of our Lord, one thous-
and eight hundred and sixty-six, and in tho
ninety first year of the sovereignty and Indepen-
denco of tho United States of America.
W.F. .DURISOE, 0.E.D.
Dec. 1S ct 81