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There was, of course, a rush of COMPETE
tors for the honor of bailing Jefferson Davis,
and twenty bendsmen in five thousands dol
lars each have been accepted. We are glad,
fog his own sake, to see Horace Greeley head
ing the list. He has been long anxious to
do something for Davis, in order to prove
the sincerity of his belief that the late war
was only war of "principles," and that,
therefore, nobody ought to be hanged. The
principles !" of slavery and secession"
having now been hailed out of Jail by the
"principle" of freedom and union," we
suppose he considers their reconciliation
complete and that there is nothing left for
US all North and South but to fall on each
others necks and cry. For our part, we be-
lieye there has been no war in modern times
with the outbreak and prolongation of which
the bad passions of bad men had so much
to do, the objects of which, as far as the
South was concerned, were morally so de-
testable, and the course of which was mark
ed by so much real, everyday villany. Con-
siIlering how much stress was laid by the
Northern people and by the Northern press
on, the moral guilt of the rebellion during its
progress, the spectacle of one of the most
| prominent representatives of Northern prin-
efples rushing not to help the head and front
Of the rebellion out of iail-for he would
have got out without his aid-but to display
his sympathy with him, cannot but be re-
garded as sorry one. We do not desire
the infection of unnecessary suffering on
Jefferson Davis, and we therefore are not
sorry to see him liberated; but his course
daring the war, his strongly suspected and
not yet disproved connivance at the Ander-
sonyille and Belle Isle atrocities, and the
violence and brutality of his language on al
his public appearances during the rebellion
mark him out in special manner as per
son on whom those who believe there was a
right and wrong in the late war, and the
right was on the side of the North, ought to
avoid all needless expenditure of commisera
ton. Moreover, attempts to throw an at.
naesphere of sanity gentleness over man
who could, in public speeches while in a
high official position, talk of political enc.
mics as "hyenas," and hostile generals as
"spaniels to be whipped" are simply re-
pulsive.-1'he Nation.
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UNION MEETING IN RANDaLpH

A Union meeting was organized at Non,
Salem, on the 4th of 9Th month, 1867 Nv,
appointing Alfred Julian, Esq, President
and Isaac Lea, Secretary.
On motion of r. F. Trogdon, the chair
man appointed committee of seven to draft
resolutions for the action of the meeting and
on motion of Dr. VIM. Fl. Conner, Anthony
Brown, of color, was added to the commit,
tee. Fhe committee, having retired from
the meeting, returned and reported the fol-
lowing:
WHEREAS, The Congress of the United
States, has, in its wisdom, devised Dian for
the restoration of our former federal rela-
lions, upon loyal and just basis; and
WHEREAS, said bodies are the only consti-
tutional powers to which we can look for
safety and protection therefore,
Resulted, That we do heartily endorse the
action of Congress in passing the late recon-
structlon measure, and that we tender our
grateful acknowledgements and sincere thanks
to the Union members thereof for placing
the power of reconstructing the government
IN the hands of the loyal men of the country.
Reo1csd, That it is but just and right that
the property of leading rebelsb contiscated.
Resotped, That the Secretary forward
copy of the proceedings of the meeting, and
of the resolutions adopted, to the editor of
the Union Register, with request that they
be published
Addresses were delivered by DR.. Conner,
r. F. Trogdon and A. Brewer.
Adjourned.
ALFRED JULIAN, President.
ISAAC LEE, Secretary
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"Indians in the Woods -,

We had the pleasure of seeing in the City
yesterday number of friends, and among
them Messrs Peck, Neff and Hancock, of Will
mington, DR.. J. L. johnson, E. T. Blair, DIR.
w. II. H. Conner, l.. G. Morton, w. F. Hen
derson, and that sterling old patriot, George
Riley. These gentlemen have visited Raj
eigh no doubt on important business. They
have the good of the country at heart, and
have spared no pains or expense to serve
the country. We are always glad to grasp
loyal men by the hand
We know the Junior Editor of the Sentinel
can not bear the sight of the old flag, but we
wonder if, by putting on a strong pair OF
glasses, he could see any thing that looks
like Red String"
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Col. i. ID. WhitfOrd.

We are glad to learn, from reliable source,
that the rumored removal, by military order, OF
this gentleman as President of the Atlantic and
| North Carolina Railroad is without foundation
1t may be true that certain persons about New
| bern, desiring to make their new born loyalty"
pay, have endeavored to effect this object, but we
have no idea that General Sickles will give his
approval to their partizan schemes Wilmington
! Journal.
We had not heard of this proposed re-
of this office on account of his loyalty, and
Mr.. Whitford was put in on account of his
disloyalty. The organization of this Rail-
road is bitterly hostile to the national gov
eminent. No truly loyal man can get en-
ployment from this corporation. One of
the main tests for employment and office
under it is, does the applicant sympathize
with the dead Confederacy, and does he hate
the Republican party2
North Carolina, in all its ramifcations, is
still substantially under rebel rule. These
rebels control every thing. They hold all
the offices, they manage all the corporations,
and they have unlimited power to tax our
people to raise money to be discussed among
themselves. All their interests, and all their
sympathies and repugnances are, therefore,
directly in the way of reconstruction. In
the first place, they do not love the govern
ment well enough to reconstruct it volunta-
rily; and in the second place, they do not
want it reconstructed, because they know
that when the work is done they will have
to walk out of office, and go to work like
other people for living.
Our only hope hereafter, as heretofore, as
in the Congress. That body is true to the
Union and to Liberty and Justice. 1t will
be obliged, in order to reconstruct the Union,
TO ABOLISH THE EXISTING REBEL ORGANIZE
TIoNs. This must be DONE or the Union
may never be restored. 1t will soon be
time for the loyal people to move in this
matter Congress will re-assemble in July.
Let memorials go up by thousands to that
body, imploring it to deliver us from rebel
rule and thus enable us to restore the State
to the Union.
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Great Meeting at High Point.

| We learn from correspondents and from
friends who were present, that the Mass
Meeting of Republicans at High Point, on
Saturday last, was large and highly enthusi-
astic. About two thousand persons were
present.
The meeting was organized by calling
Rev. MIR. Tussy, colored to the chair, and ap-
pointing Rev. W. ]. Williams, colored, Sec
rotary. Mr.. Tussy addressed the vast as
semblage in fine style, explaining the objects
of the meeting, and dwelling especially on
he blessings of liberty
Some excellent resolutions (Which shall
appear in our next,) were then adopted, after
which the meeting adjourned till the after
noon.
The meeting was addressed in the after
noon by J. Henry Harris, J. w. Holden, A.
W. Tourgee, Rev. G.. w. Welker, w. F.
Henderson, and John II. Boner. Proceed
ings in full in our next.
The Republicans ofthe State are moving in
admirable STYLE They are determined, if the
State should not be reconstructed under the
Sherman act, that it shall not be their fault.
1t is matter of special qualification that the
colored people are so unanimously and en-
Enthusiastically with the Republican party
1t is now apparent to all that the efforts of
the rebel leaders to entrap the colored peo-
pie into their support, have proved ridicn-
lous failures. The colored man knows well
who gave him his liberty, and upon whom
he must depend in the future for protection
to all his rights.
Keep the ball rolling. Liberty and
Union, now and forever, one inseparable."-
Under this sign we conquer.
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brie for the strangers supper tell Sal to
knock over chicken or two, and get out
some -four, and have some flour doins and
chickens for the stranger. k(BiH just heaves
in sight, twenty-four hours earlier than was
expected half an hour before.) Bill o
Bill there's stranger here, and he plays
the turn of the Rackensack Traveller. 20
to the corn-crib and get big punkin and
bring it to the house, so the stranger can hev
suthing to sit on and skin later long with
rue and the ole woman while the gals is get
tim supper; and Bill, take the boss and
give him plenty of corn no nubbins, Bill
then rub him down well and when you
come to the house, bring up a dried hide
and bar skin, for the stranger to sleep on
and then, Bill, reckon he'll play the turn
of the Rackensack Traveller for u.s.
H2aickerb0cker.
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We would deprecate any estrangement or
ill feeling between any portion of the Union
lists or Republicans CT this State. We must
avoid jealousies and chickering's, and cult
vate the most friendly relations. The
Union seed is too precious to be trampled
under foot. We have no strength to spare.
Let us stand together like wall of iron. Our
enemies are formidable in numbers, and &C.
mented together by hatred to our principles
and to the Union. We can vanquish them
only by acting in perfect concert. If we
would maintain our principles, restore the
Union, and bring quiet and prosperity to this
people, we must stand together. "United, we
stand; divided, we fall"
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From the Hickman Courier, May 81
WONDERFUL CASE OF COMA--A YOUNG LADY
ASLEEP TWELVE YEARS. 81

Some eight miles from Hickman there
exists young lady who presents the
most wonderful case Of coma, or prefer
natural disposition to sleep, or which
we have ever known or heard. When
about twelve years old she was taken
with severe chill, and treated by hel
physicians accordingly. As her fever
which followed the chill subsidized she
fell into deep sleep, in which condl'
ton she has remained ever since, except
at intervals She awakes regularly
twice in every twenty-four hours, at
which time nourishment IS given hef,
and it is u most singular fact that she
ALWAYS awakes within few minutes OF
the same hours every day. She Will re-
main awake and perfectly conscious ten
OF perhaps fifteen minutes, and then
gradually drop off to sleep again
When asleep it is utterly impossible to
arouse her. She is now twenty-tour
wears old, and has consequently been
in this comatose condition a period OF
twelve years. When awake she does
not appear to suffer, except from a
drowsy, gaping inclination, and per,
sistent effort to cleanse her throat OF
phlegm. She never complains OF any
bodily pain. In sleep she is very ner'
vous at times, and appears to suffer con,
siderably by the violent twltchlng and
Jerking of her muscles and limbs, and
her hands are clenched tightly, as If en-
during severe pain. The paroxysm will
continue perhaps five minutes, and she
then sleeps as calmly and quietly as an
infant. Her food consist of mush, cruel,
and such things as are usually gwen
confirmed invalids. When awake, she
will answer questions asked her ana
can converse with some intelligence, but
never exhibits any interest i'll anything,
or desire to talk. Talking seems to be
a labor to her. She, OF course, has new
Ell had any of the advantages OF educa-
ton or society, and her ideas of every
thing are quite child-like. Her features
are inclined to be pretty, and, though
deprived of the tints of health, are not
marked by that sickly pallor which her
condition would indicate. She has long,
dark, wavy hair, which her poor old
mother takes great care in comblng and
dressing, and her complexion that of a
pale, delicate brunette. She Is OF ordl-
nary size, and her limbs and muscles
well proportional and developed. She
has grown considerable since her aff11c-
ton. Her name is Miss Mary Godsy,
and her mother is very poor widow
lady, dependent upon the charity OF
neighbors and visitors for a support.
She has been visited since her affection
by many eminent physicians, but her
condition deties all medical skill. In
deed, we have not met any one who
claims to understand the cause or ma
ture of her disease.
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DoN'T BE AFRAID We know OF
men who are really anxious to avow
themselves Republicans, but seem to be
afraid of the taunts and jeers of rebels
in case they identity themselves with
the Union party.
1t is notorius fact that the disloyal-
lists do use every manner Of social per-
secution upon those who leave their
ranks to enlist with the true men of the
country; but this will soon cease. 1t
must and shall cease. Come out boldly
then, we men Of honest convictions
Plant yourselves proudly under the
starry flag! Don't be afraid of the
curses Of rebels; for those curses will,
in time, become blessings.-Salem OF
Se1'CeT.
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A Valuable Work.

The Hon. Edward Mcpherson, Clerk O..
the House of Representatives, hasjust issued
his g Political Manual for 1865 and 1857"
We are indebted to MIR. Mcpherson for a
copy of this work 1t ought to be in the
hands of every citizen. Below will be found
table of its contents, which will afford
some idea of its value:
This volume contains both the Manual for 1866
and that for 1867, and has been prepared in this
form as the most convenient for use in those
States in which the expedency of Reconstruction
on the Congressional plan is now under discus
sion, and will soon be decided. In this view, it
appeared to be important to have in compact and
accurate form all the political data developed
since President johnson took office, illustrating
the two plans of settlement
The Volume presents some strange contrasts,
marking the progress of events. What be
men of the Insurrectionary States from the con-
dition to which the proposed Freedmen's Codes
(pages 294) would have reduced them, to the
power of that complete cntranchisement which
has been secured in the Reconstruction acts? The
traces of the growth of feeling and opinion which
resulted in this marvellous change manifest on
many pages of what must long continue to be
among the remarkable and benetcent chapters in
the worlds history.
In the votes given, the names of Democrats are
italicized.
1t is hoped the various facts gathered may prove
useful to persons engaged or interested in public
affairs. EDWARD MCPHERSON.
Washington, D. c., April rs, 1867.
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Distinguished Persons in Richmond.

Generals Grant, Thomas and Dent arrived
here yesterday from Washington, and visited
the battle fields around Richmond. They
GO to Fortress Monroe tomorrow, where
General Grant will leave his family and re-
tarn to Washington.
Hon. Mr.. Randall, Gen. Patterson, of Phil
adelphia, and party of twenty from the
same city, arrived here to-day from a tour
through the mineral region of Southwestern
Virginia.
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We learn that the commencement of the
Female School at Kittrell's, Granville Coun-
ty, will take place on Wednesday next
KittrelPs is on the Raleigh and CASTOR
Railroad, and will be special point of
attraction on the Gay named.
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The Hon. John M. Bolts and Mr.. Greeley,
who signed Mr.. Davis bond, are explaining
to the country why they did it. We think
the act requires explanation, 1t would have
been much better if these gentlemen had
not taken so conspicuous part in this bust
ness.
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The Washington Chronicle, noticing the

release of Mr.. Davis, says:
'sWhat are we to do? 1t is already settled that
treason is no crime. Nobody expects Davis to
be tried. The farce has followed the tragedy, the
lights are put out, and the show is over. The
outraged, insulted, betrayed American people
have spilled their blood, spent their treasures,
and suppressed rebellion to at last the princi-
pie Of State rights triumphant and find treason
indicated in the sacredness of the person of its
embodiment. The partisans of the liberated
traitor rule in Maryland, and will rule everywhere
South the moment the pressure OF the military
arm is removed. They are inimieal to the Union.
They will renew the struggle to separate it unless
they are rendered powerl, SIS. One way to do that
is pointed out by the great argument of Thaddeus
Stevens on eondscation. As throughout the re-
beflEon- this far-sighted statesman has been the
avosst courier OF public sentiment upon the great
issues of the day, it may be found that in this
he has only anticipated results in previous
announcements of opinion"
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The Markets.

NEW YORK, May Is, +; ~"
Cotton a shade easier sales 800 bales al 20 s1e@
Eionr dnli. State $40 75@S11, so. Extra. S ,,ig
s13I Corn quiet and easier SS mi f0r Closing T at
e sas X naval Stores steady and unchanged
2so'S' i'A'A- N'O BALTIMORE, May 49,
Cotton quiet and scarce, 2s@2Sh. Corn Wni''
s119, western mixed 81, on. 20
st'i'' WILMINGTON, May 1s>
Cotton quiet, "a. posin ouiet,
Spirits Turpentine steady, 55. K0Slh d"'''
$685.
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Supreme Court.

The Summer term will commence on the
second Monday in June next.
First Week.-Monday and Tuesday will be
devoted to applicants for license. Causes on
the first circuit will be called.
Second Week-Fitth and second Circuits
Third Week-Feurth and sixth /"
Fourth Week.-Seventh and eighth q
Fifth Week.-Third
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Death of Bishop La VielIe.

LOUISVILLE, May 13.-Bishop La Vielle,
Of the Roman Catholic Church, died at
Bardstown, KY, on Saturday evening, after
long and painful illness. His remains will
arrive here to-day, and be laid in state at
the cathedral until 8 o'clock, when the flu
neral ceremonies will take place
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CoLoRED MEN FOR REGISTERS
ton from Charleston is to the effect that to
secure fair registration General Sickles is
considering the plain of putting one colored
man on many of the boards of registration.
The ex-rebels are using every influence to
prevent this, and so far as possible to get
control of the whole matter
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ISAAC LEE, Secretary.

1t may be interesting to our contemporary
of the Journal of Commerce to know that the
Union League Of this City numbers among
its members, over five hundred voters
NluEeqn Republican.
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Crops AND FARMS IN EDGEcoMBE.-Last
years crop of cotton is put at $4,000 bales,
OF 400 pounds each; and the crop of this
year will be largely in excess of that of last
year-proVided the weather is propitious.-
just now, the crop looks badly. It has a
sickly, yellowish appearance, where up; and
the ground is SO baked, that the planters ex-
pect to be compelled to replant that which
is notsup. It requires hot sun to bring it
out.
Corn and wheat look well, and the latter
especially promises good yield. Wherever
move peen through this county, the lands
e e: an appearance of careful and intel
igent cultivation.
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Happiness is like a creased pig, which
every one ruIfs after but no one can hold.
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good for nothin' vagabond, to come the cir
aft over his natural born parents; it's enuf
to make man sour agin all creation: that
boy'll be the ruination of us yet He takes
to trlckery jist as material as hungry pos
sum takes to henroost. Now, stranger,
what on yearth am to do2 He beats me
and the ole woman entirely.n
Traveller-"It would be difficult to adj
wise In regard to your son, as I have no fam
lily of my own. You say it's ten miles to
the next house; the big creek is up; the
bridge is carried away no possibility of
fording it, and seven miles through swamp
to the only bridge in the vicinity This is
rather gloomy prospect, particularly as the
sun is just down; still, my curiosity is ex-
cited, and as you have been playing only
one part of the Arkansas Traveller ever
since my arrival, would like to know, be-
tore leave, why you don't play the tune
through"
Arkansas Artistry one of the best
reasons on yearth, old hoss-I can't do it.
l haint larnt the turn of that tchune, and
drat me if believe I ever shall"
Traveller" Give me your instrument, and
I'll see if I can't play the turn for you"
Arkansas Artist" Look o. here, my
friend, do you play the turn of that tchune 90
Traveler-"I believe I CAM
Arkansas Artist" Lite, lite, old boss -
We'll find place for you in the cabin, sure.
Old woman old woman "a halo = with
IN the shanty was the first Indication the
traveller had of any other human being on
the premlses) the stranger plays the turns
OF the Rackensack Traveller My friend,
hitch your boss to the Simmin tree. or any
where else you please. Bill be here soon.
and he'll take keer of him. Old woman.
you call Sal and Nance up from the spring
tell Nance to go into the spring house. and
cut off good large piece of barsteak, to
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OUR TARBOR0' CORREsP0NDE>CE
TARBoRo'. N G. Nov & 1897

FNhDohO N -. NOV D, 1867,
rus. Journal: There was a meeting of
the citizens of Tai boro' held at the Court
House tonight, and, although it was not
generally known, there was quite a laroe
number Of both white and black citizen.
present. The meeting was organized by
the election of Mr.. Chamberlain as Presi-
dent, and the appointment of Messrs. Orren
Williams and A. McCabe as Secretaries
The President briefly explained the object
OF the meeting, which was to secure con-
cert of action in the approaching election.
The meeting was addressed by Col. John
Il. Bridgers, and Allen Turner anG W. II.
Butler (colored). Col Bridgers spoke in
a very clear and plain manner, and urged
upon the meeting to vote in the coming
election for only the right kind of men,
who would represent them and their views
IN the Convention. The speeches of both
OF the colored speakers were of conserva-
tive spirit, that of Butler especially, who
made an excellent speech, and gave the
colored people such advice, which, if fol-
lowed, will result in great good not only
to themselves but to the entire communitv.
A committee CT fourteen were appointed,
seven white and seven colored, to visit
each of the fourteen precincts in the
county, in which meetings are to be held
for the appointment of three delegates from
each, to meet here on next Tuesday,
these delegates to nominate candidates to
the Convention, who will receive the sup.
port of the county.
The utmost harmony and good feeling
prevailed through the entire meeting, and
think that the movement commenced
here will result in good
The body of negro man, Lewis, for
merly belonging to Mr.. w. s. Battle, was
found near this place this morning. He
had been cunning, and his gun was found
by his side. There were no marks of vio-
Ience upon his person. An inquest was
held over his body, whose verdict was
" died Of heart disease"
A colored man, working on the Railroad
bridge, fell from the bridge and attempted
to save himself by catching hold of a piece
of iron. which, in the descent, pierced him
through and through, causing immediate
death. w.