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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

SOME OF THE BENEFITS ApvERTIsISG.-A firm
in this city advertised in the Democrat weeks
ago for Onions. One of the firm tells that he has
not only bought large quantities in consequence of
the advertisement but has received about 20 letters
making inquiries to price, &c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

nss~ The grain crops of California have been
SO large, and laborers so scarce comparatively,
that it is feared that no uncomfortable portion
of them have been lost for want of ability to
harvest them. At least fifty thousand more
laborers could have found employment in that
State during the past harvest
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

GERMAN DEMOCRATIC PAPER We had visit last
week from Mr. Chas. Ever, Agent for the IN. o. Ger
man Press democratic paper published at New
Orleans. Those desiring to subscribe for a good
German paper requested to call on Mr. John
) OEel The AGENT at Charlotte.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

Important Order.

The Southern Militia cannot be Organized or
Armed.
WASHINGTON, August q.
A circular letter, issued from the War Department,
includes the following extracts from the Army APP
preparation Bill passed at the last session OF Congress-
'sBe it enacted. That all militia forces now organ
lied in service in either of the States of Virginia
North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida,
Alabama, Mississippi and Texas be forthwith dis
banded, and that the further organization, arming
calling into service the said military force, or any
part thereof, is hereby prohibited, under any cir
cumstances whatever until the same shall be author
ICED by Congress"
This order effeetually kills the Militia Law of our
Legislature, and will prevent the arming of any
force in this State by the Governor. If Congress
meets in September attempt win be made to re-
peal the law which prevents the arming of the South
ern Militia, but with what remains to be
seen
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

PLATO DORIAN Eso-We are authorized
to announce this gentleman as a candidate for
Congress in the Seventh Congressional District
MIR Durham, on his return home, will enter, at
once upon an active and efficient canvass of the
District Sentinel
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Democratic District Convention.

The Convention TO nominate Elector for this
Congressional District, well Candidate for
congress will be held in Sta;esvlle on Wednesday,
inc second day Of September. The various counties
comprising ihis District requested TO send dele
gates.
Aug. n, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
North Carolinians Pardoned by the President
WASHINGTON. Aug 20.

The President has ordered the release of To-
lar. Powers and Watkins, sentenced to death by
Military Commission at Raleigh, n. c., for the
alleged killing of a negro guilty of rape, which
sentence was committed to fifteen years inlpris-
onment by General Candy
[Thc pardOned men are citizen, of Fayette-
vile, y. CT
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

EUROPEAN WAR.--Leading Continental
journals strongly anticipate war; ere long, be-
tween France and Prussia. The feeling of the
people is one of anxiety and unrest They
look forward to some violent conclusion of the
nations.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Caution.

THE WAR DEMOCRATS ORGANIzING.-The New
York Times of the 18th says the War Democrats of
that city about holding preliminary meeting
for the purpose of effecting thorough and ndepen-
dent organization tc support Gen Grant, and that
this will he followed by similar organizations through
out the North. Roll on the ball.-Raleigh Standard
We prefer that the who for shall be
found in Gen. Grants party, for the friends of Sey
m"ur are for peace and don't want any war or
war men, The Standard is welcome 10 WAR Dem
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

FINE CRoPs.-We have seen gentleman
who has travelled through Rockingham, Gull
ford, Forsythe, Stokes and Surry counties, N. c.,
and he says there is the finest crop of corn in
those counties that ever was seen The tobacco
crop he reports very inferior indeed--DanrWe
Times
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Edgeworth Female Seminary.

This Institution will be rc-opened on the first Mon.
day of September, with fun corps of Teachers.
The entire expense for Session of Twenty Weeks
of Tuition with Board, Washing and Contingent Fee
will be, according to classes, either los, ITO,
116 Dollars, if paid in advance llG50, l21.5 so
or 126 so Dollars, if paid halfin advance. Moderate
extra charges will be made for Ancient and Modern
Languages, for Music, drawing and Oil Painting.
REg- Each Boarder will furnish her own lights
and towels and also pair Of sheets and pillow
For Circular address,
]. n. NJ. CALDWELL,
Aug 81, 1868 4w Greensboro, N. c.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

CONGRESSIONAL ELEcTIoN.-The election for men,
h"rS Of Congress from this State has been fixed by
the crisature to take place the day of the
Presidential election, first Tuesday in November.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

Ess" Our friend, Mr. SAM W. Craig, of CASTOR
County, sent us a watermelon last week weighing 81
bounds. Who can beat that?
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
The Bankrupt Law.

The Fifty Per Cent clause in tho Bankrupt Law
has been suspended till 1st January, 1862 SO that all
insolvent persons owing over $500 may take the
benefit of the law, at first, without reference 70
the value of their estates.
The undersigned will keep constantly on hand all
the necessary blanks, forms, sc and both Of
them may always be found during business hours at
their office in Charlotte.
VANCE g. DOwD. A
Aug "a, 1868 I'm Attorneys ut Law.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

IDAHO REGULATES RADICALIsM Idaho
advises to August 18th reports that Judge Shat
fen. Democrat. has been elected to Congress by
six hundred majority.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

New JrpGEsnIrs.-EdwardC antwell, Esq, of Gran
'tIr has been appointed by Gov. Holden Judge of
til" city Court of Wilmington, and \. Seymour,
Esq, new comer.) Judge of the Court of Newbern.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Charlotte Democratic Club.

There will be meeting of the Seymour and Blair
Club at the Court House next Thursday evening
9th instant A full attendance is expected
BY order of the President
Aug q, 1868. JNO. PIELAN, Sec'y.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

EAELY CoTToS.-Mr Berry Henry, of this county,
brought town last week several open balls of Cot
ton fully matured.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Boarding.

Persons desiring Board in private family can get
IT on very reasonable terms. Families preferred
Apply to URs NJ d. WILLIAMSON.
Aug. -, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
40 Years before the Public.
The Southern Hepatic Pills,

That old, lang knorn and yell tricd remedy
for all Bilious diseases, causcd by
DISEASED LIVER.
R1Sg- Read the following CERTIFICATES from
persons Of the highest respectability. SD
LIVER COMPLAINT
REV. Dr. c. F. DEEMS, august 23d, 1881 says
al have derived great benefit from these Pills. and
have known many families and individuals who have
found them very beneficial, and ] have also known
ply sicians in excellent standing TO recommend them
their patients. For all diseases arising from dis
orders Of the liver, believe they the best medi-
cine offered to the public"
REV JOHN ". POTTER Snow Ill., n C., JANUARY
9Th, 1861 says: For twelve years was great
sufferer. Ny liver diseased. lost my flesh
and strength, and my skin seemed changed in its
color by the bile with which my system over
charged. | became subject 10 frequent and violent
attacks Of bilious ckolic every attack leaving me
weaker than its predecessor. The physicians had
been able TO patch up little, but my health was
in a deplorable state. had taken patent medicines
until | was tired Of them. without energy COM
fort, barely able TO go about little. Atlengh
yielded to the earnest persuasion Of friend and
commenced taking the IIEPATIC PILLS, with no
confidence in them. They acted like o charm on me.
From that hour have improved Ihaye perseyered
in their use until now, by Gods blessing am well
and hearty. l had a negro man, who, as believe,
was saved from death by dose Of these Pills. My
Doctors bill was annually from 500 to $500. but
have had no use fer physician since. / conf
IDENTIFY recommend them n superior family medicine.
Iag- These Pills are made by G. W. DEEMS, No.
% South Calhoun Street, BALTIMORE, Md. They
can be any point in the United States by Mail
PRIcE-For one Box, % cents.
=. SCARF, Druggist,
Special Agent at Charlotte, n. C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
LAND FOR SALE.

Sixty-one Acres of LAND will be sold lin Bank
ruptcy) for Cash at the residence of John Gordon,
in Union county, Saturday the 29th August, 1868
G. ID. BROOM,
Assignee of John Gordon, Bankrupt.
August "a, 1868 1w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
covmour and Blair State Electoral Ticket

For THE STATE AT LARGE
James W. Osborne, of Mecklenburg.
Joseph J. Davis, of Franklin.
For DIsTRICTs.
l., Distrct-Thos. J. Jarvis, OF Currituck
n John Hughes, of Craven
ohcr names viii be added they are selected by
.I. Districts.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
ROOTS AND SHOES.

We have a good assortment of Boots (which we vii
sell at prices to suit purchasers, regardless Of cost
We are selling Thomasville Shoes very cheap.
Aug "a, 1868 Ivy BREM, BROWN co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
NOTICE.

II. NJ ASHER having Withdrawn as Agent from
tho Store he lately managed for the business will
be continued at the stand by u.s. and all debts
due the Store must be paid to US alone.
ELIAS & COHEN.
Charlotte, Aug. "a, 1868. 1w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

MONTGOMERY, Ala, August 81. n
Hon. W. B. Jones, Elector for Grant in the 4h
Congressional District, has taken the stump for Sey
mour and Blair.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
NEW FALL PRINTS,

We have just received very pretty assortment o.
new style of Fall Cacoes.
BREM, BROWN & co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Seed Wheat.

We have q lot of fine SEED WHEAT for sale.
McMURRAY, DAVIS & co.
August q, 1903.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Cashmere Hats.

We have small stock Of men and boys CRssmer
Hats which will sell for the next thirty day.
either wholesale or retail. at cost to close out
present stock. BREM, BROWN l. co.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
REMOVAL.
Hammond & Mclaughlin

Are removing their Grocery Store to the Store
in Oates building formerly occupied by r. n Oates
Co, where they viii be pleased to see their Gus
toners and friends.
Aug "a, 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
Cotton Gins.

RRENI, BRoWN'& CO., Agents for the Gullett
Steel Brush Cotton Gin.
Sinclair's StaW Cutters,
For sale by
BREM, BROWN 4 CO., Agents.
Patent Churns,
For sale by
BREM, BROWN & CO., Agents.
Old Dominion Nails,
For sale by
BREM, BROWN s Co, Agents.
Hardware.
We think we have the largest stock of Hardware
in the State.
BREM, BROWN CO.,
South Trade Street, Oates Building
August "a, 1868 Wv
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

New CoTToN.-AUGUsTA, Aug 21.-The first bale
of new Cotton was received here to-day from Bush
county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
NEW YORK, MARKET Aug. 2

Cotton frm--Sales of 500 bales at 294 to so.
Gold weak at l.433 to /.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25
State Appropriations and Extravaganza.

Although the State Treasurer has had to Dor
row money to defray the expenses of the State Gov
crnmcnt and although nearly million of dollars
is due holders of State Bonds (Which amount
us, be raised within the next year, the Legislature
has made e1travagant appropriations for Railroads
and other purposes, just if the Treasury was over
flowing with money. Besides that, salaries of State
officers have been increased enormously, and addi-
tional Clerks allowed.
Last week, bill passed appropriating Two
millions Of drliars TO the Chatham Railroad in adj
dition to amounts heretofore appropriated to that
work. Judge Osborne and others, presented pro-
tcet against such extravagant and unconstitutional
donations of public money, but of it had no
effect in stopping il.
Several schemes to get appropriations from the
Treasury failed at the late session, but may be re-
viYrd a; the next session. One grand scheme to
vry every county in the State by the State Geoogis
which would cost probably five hundred thousand
dollars dcfeated and postponed till next January
Caution.
The impression prevails among the people that
considerable amount of these appropriations go
ing ~Gfriy into The pockets of Of spectators
md sharpers, whose influence induces the Legsla-
turc make them; therefore no one need be sur
Iriscd if disposition to favor population is engen-
dcrcd by extravaganza and burdensomc taxation.
The time may come when the people of this State
will not be willing to be taxed to pay 500 in gold
To The who holds Bond that cost him only $50
or $40 ill paper money, or that cost him nothing at
all except little schcmng about Raleigh and the
Halls of Legislation.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

RRENI, BRowN'& CO., Agents for the Gullett
Steel Brush Cotton Gin.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-08-25

The Southern Militia cannot be Organized or
Armed.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-11-20

THE ARREST OF PAUL p. BRENNAS.-The cause OF
Dr. Brennans arrest was complaint alleging tnat
he committed an outrage upon Mary Ann Shehan,
young woman OF New Haven, overpowering her Dy
the use of chloroform. the girl gave birth 70 child
and died Sunday night She never exposed tren-
nan, through fear OF him, until her nna illness,
when steps we're taken for his arrest. As tne caso
stands conviction Is doubtful. Brennan was asen
before the City Court In New Haven yesteruay ~.
retained at Nl0000 as agreed upon the day DeiVfo,
when the amount was furnished Dy Y. ". ~, nia vas
and.wiam Goodyear. The amount OF pV, hsfcrs
deemed excessive, and was to be orVusnsw r,Sne
Judge Phelps OF the superior CourI. ~ =.
appeared ~ counsel for "re"'
C0urdnt NOT. Ia.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-11-20

FIRE INSURANCE LossEs.-The following losses
were sustained by Eastern companies by the recent
burning OF the stores OF Skinner, Neale Co.. Yves.
New York, $4,000; Liverpool and London, s30.000
Excelsior, New York, $4,000; International, New
York, $4,000, North American, Hartford, $12, 500;
Putnam Hartford, 5000; Springfield, Mass, $500;
Lorillard, New York, $4,000; tirard Philadelphia,
5000; Merchants, Hartford, $4,000; Fulton, New
York, 5000; Phoenix, Brooklyn, $4,000; North
cisco, $4,000; Phoenix Hartford, $4,000; Albany
City, New York.. $4,000; Manhattan New YORK,
DON $4,000; Narragaasett, Providence. $4,000;
Charter oak, Hartford $4,000. the total 1858 by the
fire Is estimated at $4,000.
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-11-20


director withdrew from the ofice and subseq uently
declared that the result Of his examinations was TO
convince him that the notes pronounced counterfeit
were perfectly genuine. This IL very serious point,
and II not merely On exaggeration-and have no
reason to think 1t is other than strictly true so far
as the statement OF the bank note ocia Is concern.
ed may lead to further and important Developments
Grunt ON Horse and Peacc-An Ex.Confede.
rate Makes Slight Mistake.
While General Grant was here after his return
from Gaena lately gentleman not long In the city
happened to pass by the stables Of the President
elect and having curiosity to look in, faced TO-
wards the place and entered. plain looking little
man In his shirt sleeves was sitting on an inverted
water bucket quietly smoking cigar. To this
plain little man went the inquisitive gentleman.
''Good day to your said the gentleman.
'Good day,n responded the plain little smoker.
'Tnis Grants stable ~
''This Is his stable.n
'Any objection 70 looking at Hiram Ulysses horse.
flesh ~
''Not BIT; quite welcome to look, sir.'
Heard 80 much about the Generals fast beasts
that thought would like to view them. BY Jovel
that Is fine animal and no mistake docking at one
Of them). Grant Is very fond Of his horses ISN'T
he?n
little smoker, with an unaccountable twinkle In his
eye.
"Rather drive fast team any day than get scren.
AIDED, suppose, or hold Cabinetw
That's rather broad question" replied the little
man. with another curious twinkle.
Something In tho twinkle disconnected the ques-
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-11-20

NORTH SHORE, STATEN IsLAvp,NY-,
NY DEAN MRS. sEvEnASor-I was sincerely Glad hear
Of the proposed Suffrage Convention. and am very sorry
% e the w S Of % rapidly and he
Of progress sha. the good cause e makins p.r.
ment the question Of the Game there was iiie litter
from the opposite side Of the House. That te liter mas
%sss But sus whssr ensS sspsnsd
into an been p ons and 80 warmly
passed Tie period OF little litter Opposition and
he. y place mns The . III UPON
there seems 70 me 70 be adverse m M ~ hat hui
~s.Ss Ssy :. nj ss wneih Ssy
The man who talks about 'hc sphere OF women a. rea
% for s%s.s ss VI. s1
sphere Of until she has the same sea ~
proye 70 me .ha. Women for have political
pacy, he only succeeds 70 making me douo ~ ccn. that
Nasty snd his friend. sSsm op ssse
nccus sy winch has oerown bs y folly WIN not long
similar objection % The eara nsrs y ~ ~ s
Az that T :. ask sS Or
The Sess policy l. TO DO Justly and shallow statesman.
point Of the oay0n' very o sis WILLIAM CURTIS
The Committee on the Constitution then submitted
the following report
that women ought enjoy the same legal rights and prs
isrss a. men, that long denied the
I'VE be 10 se N a a
socia,on 10 be called 1.-THE New England Woman Suffrage
The object Of this association shall be procure the
right OF suffrage for women and TO effect such changes In
laws shall place women IN all respects on an equal legal
81 The officers Of the society shall be President, thirteen
ine Secretary and an Executive Comnlee OF mine persona
besides the President Secretary and Treasurer WHO shah sa
The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1868-11-20

Inc DifucuhIy IN tuo COuIrcHouOuuA Sn~fSAs
The er parte Council Of the First Congregational
Church Of this city attracts much attention. Var-
GUS ministers OF that persuasion are here from var-
GUS cities to adjust the difference between the ma
jorty and minority OF tina. Church. The former pro-
test that an er pdrte Council cannot be held until
mutual Council has been refused. Rev. DR.. Boynton
made statement that the ties Of the Church were
never stronger than they now are and Its social
communion never more satisfactory. He defended
himself from all the charges against him preferred
by the minority, producing o statement signed by
over 100 members declaring positively that the grave
difficulties in the Church have not been In
any wise occasioned by their pastor; on the
contrary, these difficulties have been originated and
kept up by the determined efforts OF the minority,
by whom this ez pdrte council has been called; and
that the peace and harmony OF the Church has not
been disturbed the life Of Its organization en-
dangered, except by the majority. In reply to the
gravest charge OF misconduct at communion sea-
son, the Church reply IL that before administering
the Sacrament Boynton made few statements In
regard to the existing dicultes In the church, with
an evident intention OF securing peace and harmony
and preparing way for any persons who had mis-.
understood his views and position to DO recon-
ciled to him. He was interrupted by General
O. o. Howard, who made o speech contain
ing charges against Boynton which innamed
and irritated the other dissatisfied members.
The gentleman who read the minority report said
the pastor had made sundry charges against General
Howard; among others, that he was an amagama-
zionist. He did know the pastor had been very
active in circulating reports against General How
ard, but Notwithstanding the General had stood
firm and his usefulness az Christian was unim-
paired. Some time ago Dr.. Boynton preached q
The central Presbyterian. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1856-1908, 1868-01-08
For THE CENTRAL PRESBYTERIAN.
Manners of the Pew.
NO. ".

1t may not be amiss just here to say a
word upon the manner Of entering the
church. 1t should be in an orderly,
quiet manner suited to the occasion and
to a sense of the Divine presence. The
males are more apt to make noisy
entrance, owing to the fact that they are
heavily shod, and the younger portion
think it sounds manly to bring the heel
against the floor with might and main.-
1t is however proper to say that much of
the noise made by the young on enter
ing church is due to two causes other
than mere thoughtlessness; one is that
they are not altogether at home in their
Sunday clothes, and they cannot step
very lightly if they would, in their half
broke Sunday boots; and the other
reason is difidence in entering where so
many eyes are upon them, and they are
so bewildered that they have no adequate
idea of the noise they make.
The dandy and the belle of fashion
regard their entry into church as fav-
vorable opportunity for showing them
selves and their wardrobes to apprecia'
tive spectators. Their grand entree i;
sometimes perfectly overwhelming, espe
cially in those churches where the mair
entrances are on each side of the pulpit
in front of the whole congregation. Il
is said that the good men who made this
model of church arrangement fashionable
in parts of Virginia, thought it would cure
two evils, the habit of looking round a
every new conner, and the habit of tardi
ness. Experience however has proved
the expedient utterly worthless; for il
the first place, it is impossible to cure Gu
riosity by feeding it. Under the plan o
having the entrance in the usual place
some a0Ould not look around, and Others
could not, owing to styles of dress, &c.
but in this case all can look at every nev
conner, and as matter of experience, al
do look. As for preventing tardiness, i
has been shrewdly guessed that some com
late on purpose to create sensation il
as large number as possible. The onl,
rule that can be given is that every on
enter as quietly as possible, so as to pro