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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
A Valuable Widow.

The chief boarding -house-in fact the hotel
of Hyko City is kept by comely young Norwe-
gian widow who is celebrated for the excellence
of her table, and for having refused more offers
than any other woman in Nevada About four
years ago her husband died in Kansas She re-
manned there long enough to pay from her own
earnings every cent of his indebtedness; then
came west to try fortune in newer country.
Inferior cooks have been paid 800 a month in
this region, and wretched hired girls about $40
week, SO our widow does herself all the labor
pertaining to supplying the inner of from
twenty to thirty boarders assisted by only an
Indian or two in some of the simple druid dgery
She milks her owu COW, does her own washing,
and finds time, in the crush of all this routine,
to come out every evening in neat toilet. Wo-
men are scarce in Nevada-such women are
scarce anywhere-and report says there is not
bachelor within a hundred miles who has not
sought the hand of the fair relict She lodges
politely but frmly-prefers single independence,
and but one voice of authority in the business
she has built up. Her conduct is unexceptiona-
bic; and if have taken an unwarrantable liber-
ty in this paragraph, it is to show what an
protected female may do for herself in wild
country, if she has the energy and pluck GIN
cinnati Commercial
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Greatly Surprised.

A gentleman and wife, who reside in Virginia,
about one and half miles from Alexandria;
started out to take an evenings ride, leaving
81 900 in the house. After riding a short dis
tance, the lady remarked to her husband that
she had forgotten something and would have
to return to the house, which she did, staying
but a few minutes when she rejoined him, and
they proceeded on their pleasure trip On re-
turning home they missed the money and
searched for it, but in vain. Yesterday morn
ing, at early hour, the gentleman called on
detective McDevitt, at his residence, in south
Washington, and stated the above facts to him.
This energetic officer, as usual, put his head to
work, and in a short time came to the conclusion
that the wife must have taken the lost treasure
The husband could not think so, notwithstand,
ing there was a difficulty existing between them.
The detective knowing human nature better than
the applicant, assured him that such was GER
tainly the case, and gave him advice as to how
he should ascertain whether or not she was in
possession of it. The victim proceeded accord
ing to direction, and 10 and behold . she &C,
knowledged her guilt and ''forked over. -
Washington Republican.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
SEVENTEENTH yOLUME---NUMBER ss5.
The three Jolly Husbands.

Three jolly husbands. out i'm the country by
the names Of Tim Waston, Joe Brown, and Bill
Walker, sat one evening drinking at village
tavern, until, being pretty well corned, they
agreed that each one on returning home should
do the first thing that his wife told him, in de-
fault OF which he should next morning pay the
bills. They then separated for the night, en-
gaslng to meet again the next morning and give
an honest account of the proceedings at home as
far as they related to the BILL
The next morning Walker and Brown were
early at their posts, but it was some time before
Waston made his appearance Walker began
first.
"When I entered my house the candle was
out, and the fire gave glimmering light.
came near walking accidentally into a pot of
next morning My wife, who was dreadfully
out of humor at sitting up so late, said to me
sarcastically: Bill, do put your foot an the
batter ~
"Just as you say, Maggy, said l. and without
the least hesitation, put my foot in the pot of
batter and then went to bed"
Next Joe Brown told his story
''NIy wife had already retired in our usual
sleeping room, which adoins the kitchen and
the door Of which was ajar Not being able to
navigate perfectly I made dreadful Gathering
among the household furniture, and my wife in
no pleasant tone bawled out
"Do break the porrige pot, joe"
"No sooner said than done. | seized hold of
the bail of the pot, and striking it against the
chimney jam broke it in hundred pieces. Af
ter this exploit retired to rest and gotta curtain
lecture for my pains.
1t was now Tim Watsons turn to give an ac-
count of himself which he did with a very long
face as follows:
"My wife gave me the most unlucky command
in the world; for | was blundering up stairs in
the dark, when she cried out
"Do break your mcch do TIM"
"I'll be cursed if l do, Kate said I, as
gathered myself up "l'll sooner pay the bill.
And so landlord, here's the cash for you; and
this is the last time I'll ever risk five dollars on
the command of my wife,"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

Ba5~ The widow of Stonewall Jackson has pre-
sented to Mr. David Macrae, of Glaswow, the
coat worn by that soldier when he fell on the
battlefield of Charlottesville 1t was preserved
and sent by General Lee to the widow, bearing
the marks of the fatal bullet. The sad relic is
accompanied by beautiful and touching letter,
in which Mrs. Jackson, referring to the country
from which Mr. Macrae had come to sec the
South and its people, speaks of it as ''the dear
old land beyond the sea-that land which, of all
beyond the sea- admire and love the most
good, onest-hearted, Presbyterian Scotland"'
It i. Mr. Macraes intention to place this, and the
other relics he has brought from America, in
some public museum, should there be prospect
of securing other private collections, and forming
an historical museum of the late war, accessible
to the public-Enllish Poper.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

OUR SUPPLY OF FooD.-The n Y Times
comes to the conclusion, after a review of the
foreign harvest reports, that
"Whatever may be the extent and condition
of the wheat crop, it is very manifest that an
immense supply of food of all kinds will be re-
qulred by Great Britain. And as the drought
reached other localities in which it is spoken of
as severe-Russia, and parts of Spain and
France-and country has been wonder
fully blest by kind Providence in the crops
gathered and expected-we can feed all Eng
land with our surplus-wc may be sure of an ac-
tive demand for all the various products of our
farms, and at such remunerative prices as to
insure great activity in all the departments Of
business"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
LincOlntOn
FEMALE SEMINARY.

The Fall Session of this Institution will commence
the 18th August and close on the 9th November.
Board, Washing and Fuel, $50; Tuition in English
from s. so to Sl5; French and Latin, each, so;
Music Vocal and instrumental,) each, $3.50; Use
of Piano for practice, $3.
The Board and half the music, payable in advance.
Each young lady will be expected to furnish pair
sheets, pair pillow cases. towels, napkins and lights,
For further particulars, address
L. w. BREVARD, Principal,
Aug II, 1868 Gwpd Lincolnton, N c..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Pictures! PictureS!!

The undersigned Photographic Artist, of Baltimore,
Md calls the attention of his friends and the public
in general, to his newly opened PHOTOGRAPH and
AMBROTlPE GALLERY, where he is pre-
pared to take No l Pictures of each and of every
style and finish. Satisfaction guaranteed in every
Picture. Copies taken from the smallest into the
largest portrait Also pictures neatly fitted in Rings
Breastpins and Lockets. All ask is give me a
trial
n. B.-Parties desiring to learn the trade and art
of taking Pictures can do so by applying to
HENRY BAUMGARTEN
Charlotte, n. c.
Photograph Gallery over James Harty's Store
Feb "a. 1868. Next DIOR TO Court house
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Gold and Silver Col
Charlotte Female Institute,
CHART D1"FE N T.

CHARLOTTE, n. G.
The next Session will commence on the 1st October,
1868, and continue until 3Oth of June, 1869.
The Session is divided into two terms of 20 weeks
EACH and pupils be entered for either the whole
session or for one term.
OFFICERS AND INSTRUCTORS:
REV r. BuRwELL. Principal and Instructor in Mental
and Moral Philosophy and Mathematics.
JoHs b. BURwELL y. NJ, Natural Philosophy,
Chemistry and Ancient Languages.
Mrs. NJ. A. BURwELL. English Branches and Super
intcndent of Social Duties.
Mrs. SALLY c. WHITE, English Branches.
Miss MARGARET L. Long, English Branches and
French.
MRS. 4. c. PATTON, English Branches and Music on
Piano.
PROF. A. BAUNANN, Vocal and Instrumental Music
MRS. JULIA C. Parton, Music on Piano.
PROF. II. E. PIGUET, Drawing, Painting and Modern
Languages.
Expenses per Term Of 90 Weeks:
Board with erery expense. fuel, lights. wash
ing. &c. with tuition in English Branches, Sl30.OO
Tuition, day scholars, Primary Department, 1000
Collcgiatc $500
Music. Ancient and Modern Languages, Drawing and
Painting. extra at usual charges.
For Circular and Catalogue containing full partic
ulars to terms, &c address
REV. II. BURWELL & son.
July -, 1868 Charlotte, n. C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Sensible to the Last.

1t has long been observed by medical writers
that death is preceded by insanity-a fact which
had oscasioned the remark that when folks got
madder, they were about to die. This reminds
us of case which occurred many years ago in a
Philadelphia court, wherein a pretty young
widow was in danger of losing twothirds of her
husbands estate-his relatives grounding their
claim on the alleged insanity of the defunct. 1t
may be as we'll to premise that the presiding
judge was not only convival, but also very gallant
"What were your husbands last words" in
quired the attorney.
The pretty widow blushed, and looking down
replied: I'D rather not tell"
'But, indeed, you must ma'am. Your claim
may be decided by it."
Still blushng, the widow declined to tell. AT
last direct appeal from the bench elected the
information.
"He said, "Kiss me, Polly, and open that
other bottle of champagne"
We know not whether it was admiration for
the deceased husband or the living wife that in,
spired the judge at that instant, but he at once
cried with all the enthusiasm of conviction
sensible to the last"'
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Equitable Life Assurance Society

This company, which has been under its present
able management from the time of its organization,
has been progressing steadily until it is in the
foremost ranks of Life Insurance Companies.
During the past year its increase in business has
been enormous the amount of policies issued being
over forty-seven millions of dollars.
1t is purely mutual company declaring its divi-
dends yearly to all policy -holders.-Ne~ York City
Paper.
Aurust s. 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Mecklenburg Superior Court
NOTICE TO SUITORS.

By a recent Act of the General Assembly all suits
heretofore commenced and all executions either III
TIE County or Superior Courts required to be
transferred to new set of Dockets upon application
being made by the Plaintiffs in such cases, and the
payment of fee of dollar in each case; and un-
less such application is made within six months from
the passage ofsaid act said shall stand dIsnis
sed at the cost of the Plaintiffs. Those who in
erested in this matter will please send in their in
structions and their fees practicable, as
no case will be so transferred without the payment
of said fee according to law.
F. A. OSBORNE
Aug. 81 1868 3w Clerk of Superior Court.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
LAND FOR SALE.

As Commissioner, l offer for sale 102 Acre. of
Land, p miles South of Charlotte the West side of
Town Creek-al heavily timbered, well watercd, but
without buildings. The neighborhood is one of the
best in the county. The trac. adjons the Lands of
b. F. Morrow, A. a. N. NJ. Taylor and others Call
on B. F. Morrow who will show the Land.
Terms-Part cash and balance in one and two
years NJ L. WALLIS, Com.
August 81, 1868 If
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

A statistcian says married women live two
years longer than spinsters. An exchange,
therefore charges that every man who refuses
to marry shortcns some woman's life just two
years, and thus practically commits homicide,
and follows up the allegation by calling on the
grand juries to find bills against bachelors over
thirty years old
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
A Growing Society.

The advantages accruing to the policy-holder by
the procurement of policy in The Equitable Life
Assurance Society 92 broadway. New York. exceed
the advantages gained in any other company. Dur
ing the past year it has added two millions of
dollars its securely invested fund, is purely mu-
tual and divides all its profits among the assured
every year. Policies non-forfeitable.-N. !. City
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Catawba English and Classica
HIG III SCH DOL,

NEWTON, ". C..
The next Session will commence the 1st Monday
in JULY next. No pains spared in fitting
pupils thoroughly for the best Colleges in the country,
and in giving them a thorough business education.
Special attention given to MATHEMATICAL TRAINING.
Tuition per Session of 20 Weeks from 50 to So SO
in currency.
Board in families from So to $12 per month !; in
clubs at about half these prices.
For Circulars and particulars, address ]. c. Capp,
Newton, n. c.. J. c. CLAPP, A. B.
June 8, 1868. S. NJ. FINGER, A. 3.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
REMOVAL.
Hammond & McLaughlin

Are removing their Grocery Store to the Store
in Oates building, formerly occupied by r. NJ Oates
Co., where they will be pleased to their Gus
toners and friends.
Aug. "a 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Music Books.

Just received at the new Book Store next to Witt
kowsky & Rntels doz TimbreI of Zion lot OF
Presbyterian Psalnodist: Southern Harmony; Chris
tan Harmony; Diapason; Sacred Harp; Carmina
Sacra both Round and Shape notes, for sale by the
dozen or single copy Orders by mail promptly
attended to. Special terms made with dealers and
Teachers. TlDD1 x BRo Trade street
Aug 10 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Superior Starch.

Just received, in pound papers, lot of Superior
Starch NISBET & MAXWELL
July q, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
CHARLOTTE HOTEL.

CHARLOTTE, n. c.
This first class and well known House, formerly
kept by Maj j. b. KERR, having been recently re-
paired and refurnished in every department. is now
open and ready to receive guests
The Table is unsurpassed, and in point Of conve-
nieucc aud comfort the House is excellcd by any
in the City. w. W. HART,
February II, 1868. Proprietor.
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J. p. McCOmbs. M. D..

Offers his professional services to the citizens of
Charlotte and surrounding country. All calls, both
night and day, promptly attended to.
Office No. Granite Row, up stairs, opposite the
Mansion House.
January y, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
A. w. ALEX A N D E r,
Surgeon Dentist.

CHARLOTTE, n. c.
(OH:c in tie Brdrley BuHding opposite the Charlotte
Hotei)
rea Can be consulted on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays and Fridays.
Marrh % 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

WHERE THE MONEY GoEs.-The report OF
the Clerk of the House of Representatives shows
that the expenses of the Z. House of Rep
resentatives for stationary, pen-knives, &c, be
lug waited upon, &c, exclusive of the pay Of
members, cost the nationr from 1st July 1867 to
1st of July 1868. s725,55O.!
Col VIM Selden, formerly United States
Marshal of the District of Columbia, and now
Collector at Norfolk, Va, reports to Secretary
McCulloch that his investigation of the books
and accounts of his Radical predecessor disclosed
defalcation of two hundred and fifty thousand
dollars.
hasn Tt is estimated that the total crop of Rice
in the Southern States this year will amount te
only about 80, 900 tierces
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
NEW ARRIVALS
At J. Kuck & Co.'S Grocery Store.

400 POUNDS OF MOUNTAIN
~, wv" BACON.
1000 Pounds Baltimore Bacon,
- Sacks of Rio Coffee
80 Sacks Salt. common to fine
80 Boxes of superior Star Candles,
5 Tierces of Sugar Cured Iiams
25 Barrels of Sugar. all grades,
10 liogsheads of Moasses,
10 Barrels of Syrup.
March 50, 1868 At J. kUCK & cos.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Turnip Seed! Turnip Seed!!
THOS. w. DEWEY & CO.,
B a n K ers an B r o K e S

THUS. w. DEW Ely q CO.,
3 u K e rs and 3 o X e rs,
CHARLOTTE, N. c.
Hours of business to suit dealers and customers.
Bank Notes.
Highest market price paid for Southern Bank
Notes at the Banking House Of
THOS. W. DEWEY Il 20.
Revenue Stamps,
For sale at the Banking House of
THOS. W. DEWEY & CO.
Deposits
Received and interest allowed at the Banking House
of THOS. W. DEWEY s. CO.
Gold and Silver Coin
Bought and sold at the Banking House of
THOS. w. DEWEY & CO.
February II, 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Great Bargains in Millinery,

Ladies Bonnets and Hats, trimmed and untrImmed
Bargains in Summer Dress Goods. Bargains in
Shoes. and in Gents Ready made Clothing for Sum
wear.
Gents Hats. Hardware, &C. &c
Aug 90 1868 !. SINCLAIR
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Robert Gibbon. M. D.,

PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON,
Tyon Street, Charlotte, ~ g.,
Office anl Residence, door south old State Bank
formerly VIM. JohnstOn's rcsidence).
Jan |, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Astonishing Increase.

The sum insured by the Equitable Life Assurance
Society, 90 broadway, New York, during the last
year. nearly doubles the total amount of business
transactions by the four companies organized about
the date s.The Equitable" Is a purely Mu-
tual Society-has S7.OOO,O00 assets-income four
milliOns-and divides all profits among policy-hold-
ers yearly.-N. y City paper.
Turnip Seed! Turnip Seed!!
Purple Top, White Norfolk, White Globe, Large
Yellow Golden Globe Ruta Baga, and other varie-
ties, just arrived and for sale at the Corner Drug
Store, by
July 20 1868. J. H. MCADEN.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

A. HALES,
Matchmaker p q and JeWelor'
Nert Door 10 the Htnsi0n House. CHARLOTTE, n. C..
II your Watch needs Repairing,
Dom. get mad and go to swearing;
Just fake it into llALES' shop,
lie will Fl K it so it will not stop.
lie warrants his work all for a year,
when it is used with proper care.
He will do it low it can be done,
And do it well it's to
January l. 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
WANTED.

Every person who desires Cheap Goods and Good
Goods is wanted at Springs Corner. where for the
thirty days. will sell at Il slight advance over
New York cost the remainder of MY well selected
Spring and Summer stock.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Fresh Rice.

Fresh Rice.
Prime Carolina Rice at
July -, 1868. NISBET & MAXWELLS
Sugar,
All grades, at NISBET & MANWELL'S
July -, 1865.
Preserves.
fresh lot of Ginger Preserves at
July -. 1868. NlSBET MANWELLS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Notice to Debtors.

In order to help those that | thought deserved
help, [ credited number Of persons during the past
wear | now need the money, and respectfully call
on those indebted to TO come forward and settle
shall be obliged to enforce collection where dis
position is shown TO pay up.
July 90 1868 B. NJ. PRESSON.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
Bank Money.

The highest market price paid for old Bank Notes,
and orders for the same solicited the City Bank
of Charlotte W. a. WILLIAMS,
July G. 1868 Cashier.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08
DENTISTRY.

TrayW wick & B nd,
Having formed co-partnership, tender their profess
sional services to the public at large. Their office will
he open from a m. to 6 p. m, and either of them
will visit patients at their residences when called
Office near the Court House, Trade Street.
August ~. 1868.
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j. E. STENHOUSE,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-08

ALLAN MACAULAY.
CHARLOTTE, \. c
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1868-08-08
\ strict CentrAl committee.

A meeting of the Republican Cen
trail Committee of the First Congress
sional District, viii be held at the
Editorial Rooms of the JOURNAL
Office in Evansville, on Thursday,
August 18th, at 10 o'elock A. N,
The following gentlemen constitute.
the Committee: lIai. llaaa 4s4
Daviess-Nelson j. Barbour.
Gibson-Capt. r. M. J. Miller.
KnOx-Capt. j. H. Massey. ois.
Perry-Ju Judge Charles III. Mason.
Pike-Capt. Levi Ferguson.
Posey-Wm. P. Edison, Esq '"i
Spencer-J. w. hartman, Esq.
Warrick-Capt. j. Fl. Masters. b
Yanderburgh-Wm. Baker James
Fl. McNeely, and Isidore Esslinger.
The Chairman of the respective
County Central Committees are also
invited to be present. saa.l4 1915
The Evansville journal. [volume] (Evansville, Ind.) 1866-1870, 1868-08-08

E-E 80 HN"H HHEA a
CAPE cop AEDjALL ALONG SHORE.
J stOries BY CH ARIES NogDHoFF editor
of the Evening Post. New York
4 BRorHERs. 1858, Cincinnati: Der
" CLARKE 4H p
The author of these sketches was
for many years a resident of Concin-
natl, but for the past ten years has
resided in New York, where he holds
a position on the EUeniny Post as a
leading editorial writer. Mr.. Nofd-
hoff has travelled as extensively as any
person of his age in this country, and
is one of the most graceful aud pleas
ant writer's of whom we. have any
knowledge. He has written a mum
Der of volumes of travels for the in.
structioh o fthe young. These sketches
originally appeared in the Atlantic
and Harper's Magazine, and arc in
teresting and well written stories.
The titles of the sketches which COM
pose this volume are Captain Tom:
A Resurrection !" =" What is Best? y
"A Struggle for Life;" Elkanah
Brewster's Temptation; = One Pair
of Blue Eyes" "MehetabeE Rogers
Cranberry Swamp" and Maud Ell
bert's Love Match" The book con-
tains 234 pages, and has been pre-
scented to the public. by the publish
ers, In an attractive form. ia.'a