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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14
The Stock of Cotton,

A writer in the New York Times gives the fol
lowing figures in regard to the stock of cotton
on hand in Liverpool and the weekly receipts, and
argues that the price of Southern cotton will GER
tainly advance:
1.-The Stock in Liverpool has fallen from 780, O00
bales in September to about AGO 900 at Christmas
decline of 40 per cent, and is still declining From
July to Dec 30, the shipments of cotton from Bon
bay to Liverpool have been but So 600 bales less
than $500 per week. The crop of Egypt can givean
average of but 1900 per week; Brazil average
but 5000 bales of $50 lbs only but 2, 400 Ameri-
can bales only and all other countries outside of
India and the Union cannot exceed l 800 bales-an
aggregate of but 600 bales per week. Liverpool
requires 1900 bales i'cr week for export and AS
600 per week for consumption; and if do not send
weekly 10000 bales, her stock must declne and
since Oct ober last we have not sent to her the
average one half that quantity"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14
How Many Cabbages Per Acre?

The great cabbage growers about New York
city generally calculate upon ten thousand heads
per acre, allowing four superficial feet to each
plant, which gives surplus of three thousand
feet for missing plants. We suppose the crop
may average five cents head, giving $500 an
acre, which, considering it is second crop or
return. Cabbages often follow peas, with which
radshes or lettuce have been grown; and ground
from which an early crop of potatoes has been
taken is often planted with late cabbages. The
soil of this crop must be rich and manure used
unsparingly. Hog manure is not approved in
this vicinity: it is said that it produces club
footed cabbagcs." The gardeners prefer rotation
for this crop, though VIC have known cabbages
grow upon the same spot dozen years in success
sion. Near city there is no doubt about the
prohtablencss Of the crop, and We believe it
valuable one for food for cattle and sheep. 1t
increases the flow of milk, but it docs not improve
the quality. Irrigation is valuable where. cab
bages grow, as they require vast quantity of
water well as manure, with deep tillage and
thorough cultivation.-N. T. Tribune
The above reminds us that the cabbage crop in
this city and vicinity failure last year. After
making very promising start, the leaf withered
and the sta TX rotted off. This occurred at different
stages of the plant-sometimes when it was half
grown. We lost 1900 heads in that way, Wcdo not
think it was caused by either too much wet dry
weather. and but few bugs could be found
in the lot.
lfany one can explain the cause give remedy,
VIC will be pleased to hear it and make it known
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

INDIANA DEMoCRATs.-The Democratic
State Convention of Indiana met on the 9th inst
Every county in the State was represented. Hen
bricks was nominated for Governor The reso-
lutions urge the abolition of National Banks, the
repeal of the ubiquitous tariff acts, oppose negro
suffrage, endorse Johnson's reconstruction policy,
compliment Hancock, and recommend Pendleton
to the National Convention for President
OHIo.-The Democratic Convention nomina-
ted Pendleton for President. The resolutions
condemn Congressional usurpation, oppose negro
suffrage, urge the taxation of bonds and their
payment in greenbacks, and the protection of
foreign born citizens
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January ID, 1865
Professional Gard.

CHARLOTTE, n. c., JAN !, 1868.
The subscriber is engaged in office practice at
the New Drug Store, Trade and College street
Persons wishing Medical attention can find him at
the above named place at all hours of the day and
until late hour of the ight.
Having been engaged in the practice of Medicine
for about twelve years at his former residence Eliza
beth City, N. c., hopes to merit share of your
patronage.
JAS. N. BUTT, NJ. d.
REFERENcEs:-R. K Speed, NJ. D.. Wm. G. Pool
NJ. D., Hon. G. W. Brooks, Hon John Pool, Eliza
beth City n. c..
Miller & Black, John L. Brothers, Benjamin Shan
nonhouse, Charlotte N. c..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

hssy~ 4 tract of land was sold a few days since
in Wake county for s1O7, for which 5000 was
offered before the war; fine farm was sol1 Tor
$3.50, which was worth S4,0OO.-I'"| Se"f'""'
The above reminds of some sales OF land IN 'h1s
county at much better prices At sale al Auction
the other day tract of about l93 acres Ten miles
from Charlotte. brought over SO an acre And
some weeks ago, tract near this place brought
about Sl4 an acre. Other property al ruhhe sales
in this ccunty the past Fall, brought good Prices
some considered quite high. The people IN tins part
of the State do not intend to give up to discourage
mcntS
The best plan is, for all to go TO WORK IN earnest
$3.50, .os.,v. to CONQUER difficulties. Many have done
=, and succeeded we'll.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14
CHARLOTTE MARKET, January 10, 1868
CORRECTED BY STRENUOUS Z, MACAULAY & Co.

CORRECTED By STENH0UsE, MACACLAY co.
Cotton-The advance noted in our last report was
checked early in the week, and resulted in decline
of one cent i'll New York, continuing steady here
however at l0i to lO2 cents for middllng grades,
purchaser laying tax. Sales for the week l8j bales.
Flour per sack from wagons, 500 to 1915.
Corn, Sl.O5 to S1.l0 per bushel. Corn Meal $1.15
Peas 80 cents TO 81. Oats, % to GO cents
Wheat, s. to $2.25-as to quality.
Observation-Disclosures Bacon is selling from stores at
IL cents. Fresh Pork, 10! to Il cents.
Fresh Butter, 80 cents; Eggs, 20 cents; Chickens
20 TO % cents
Liverpool Salt, S275.
Molasses 60 cents to 81 per gallon.
Corn Whiskey and Apple Brandy So. IS to s.. 80
market well supplied.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

ElSs~ Our friend of the Greensboro Patriot has got
into an unfortunate difficulty, which has caused the
suspension of that excellent paper for short time
An imrostcr calling himself j. p. Bigler went to
Greensboro and contracted for the purchase of the
Patriot but never obtained possession or complied
with the contract. In the meantime he contracted
debts and left for parts unknown and an attachment
was levied upon the Patriot Office by the Sheriff for
Birlcr's debts The EditG and Proprietor, ID. +.
Caldwell, promises that the publication OF the paper
shall soon be resumed.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

mr. Gen Candy has authorized the Sherhs of
Jones' Lenoir Pitt and Cavcn counties to organize
an armed Police force Ito b, composed of negroes and
wltcs) for the purpose of making effort to arrest
the numerous robbers and murderrs who infest that
section If Gen. Candy, Gen. Sicles, and military
officers generally. had not intcrfercd 50 much with
our State laws and the alminisra IONIC justice by
the civil authorities there would nowbe fewer dep
relations committed and much more tcurity for life
and property
The reconstruction laws of Congrfs ito not require
or Justify the continual intgrferdce. by military
officers. with our State laws for ie punishment of
crime or for the settlement of civfcontroverses
Since writing. the above, wsre gratifcd to see
that we arc sustained in the la rema1k by mill
taIy commander. ut least GY Hancock has issued
an order dated New Orleans January LIST, i'll which
he uses the following scnSibi language:
considerations have bee i made at these Head
or.r,ar. imulvinp the ex fnCc of arbitrary au-
thority in the Conmandns General, touching purely
civil controversies OntyctitioECr sOlicits this ac
ton another that, and zen refers 10 SCIne special
consideration of grace FLAVOR, which he supposes
to cxist and which otIintucncc this department.
The number Of such flcatonS and the waste of
time thew involve, max necessary to declare that
the administration of ell justice appertans the
REGULAR courts The fats of HtigantS do de-
pend on the views of Il General, they to be add
indeed and settled acctlng to the laws. Arbitrary
mower such as lie has cen urged to assume. has 10
existence here: it is Il found in the laws of Louis
lama or Texas: it cans be derived from Il o
acts of Congress- 1t testraned by Constitution,
and prohibited from ctOn in many particulars.
The Major General (Hmanding takes occasion to
repeat that while daaiming judicial functions in
civil cases he can sler forcibc resistance the
execution of process pi inc courts.
! Nv command of MIR General Hancock.
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correspondence of the Democrat.

s. RALEIGH, N. c., Jan. g. 1868.
respondent left Charlotte on Monday night
30 the Capital Having yielded to the
Il #a1x Influences of the smooth running and the
1&6 b seats and warmth of the coach of Con-
46 of the n C. r. r. soon after leaving
an mot propose to enlighten you in re-
hitg whicE may have transpired between
thrift and the City of Oaks. l arrived in
- 81 q m early hour and proceeded to the Office
- 8za1llern Express Company-where from habit
I1 Arned TO rendezyous-found the Express
~ re as elsewhere, and particularly in Char
81 81 swholesouled' men,. The headquarters
IL y uprising chief of the Company in this State
Les Esq are located here. His business
= <elegantly fitted up in the commodious Of
of Ltmpany on Fayetteville street.
Ct tie change has taken place in Raleigh since
st IT, Tucker Hall, with the store of the
ST ECKER beneath it, is a monument to the
rgy public spirit of its projectors Market
are been partially rebuilt and several bust
;-like lick houses fill its southern border. The
bcrpsf hs House is still kept by MIR Blair in X
emf |e. The Gubernatorial Mansion is under
lg rs repairs, which are nearly completed.
ines very dull and scarcity of money is the
ne uf Herybody. The Office of the Register in
krtfff4 is crowded from morning till night by
sons uiring the provisions of the law, or those
Nc aa Hntage thereof. The office of the Editor
he u ktlard is always full of visitors. Some
ness hers seeking Office advice and the news.
Hoi1sH certainly possesses Jobs great virtue in
rye q is eyinced by the atfable and easy
ner n3Ehich lie disposes of the business of all
5 OF euHomers. The Junior, Mr. Jos. w. Holden,
has aI4eady evinced talent which shows him to
s'chipk the old block is business and general
lager the Standard, and, like his father is al
: busy@ had the pleasure of seeing also the
ittr EdI0r of the Sentinel, Maj. Seaton Gales, so
crafty and favorably known by North Carolina
ps as TIE Adjutant General of Ramseur's Brigade
II Turner, President of the n. C. Railroad, pass
.esterdag on his way to Ncwbern Great energy
eing displayed by Mr. T.. and his Superintendent
AndersdF, in the management of this Road Re-
speak Ter themselves. The spirit of the Press
ne Statesat present shows the appreciation of the
lie. These officers need no encomum from me-
VIDPxS
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JUST RECEIVED.

At the Conner of Trade and College Streets fresh
supply of the very best KEROSENE. We are selling
large quantities of this Oil 1t will burn longer and
is much safer than volatile Oil
DIR. JAS. n. BUTT.
EGg" Just received at the Drug Store of Jas. n.
Butt, a fresh supply of Linsecd and Machine Oil.
Also, Spirits Turpentine.
Jan. Is, 1868. DIR. JAS n BUTT
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

nas- Some inquiries have been made about the
meaning of the military orders in regard to collecting
debts The orders bar the collection by law of all
debts contracted previous to and during the war ex-
ont i'm cases where executors, administrators trus
+cos Guardians masters clerks of equity courts,
or other fduciary agents, are indebted to minor
bc;rs females or insane persons The orders do not
nreycnt the collection of any debt contracted since
tbc Isl Nav, 1860.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

tag 1t has been heretofore understood that j. S.
McCubbins, conservative, was elected from Rowan to
the State Convention, and the result of the election
was announced by the newspapers His majority
reported II. But Gen. Candy, in his election
order, gives the seat to Isaac NJ. Shaver.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

TIE LATE ELECTIoN.-Gen. Candy reports
to the War Department the result Of the election
held in North Carolina upon the question of
holding Convention i'll the State, as follows:
Number Of votes cast for the Convention, 93-
O06 against the Convention, 81 ,9G1; persons
registered but not voting, IS, 554 informal votes,
CD; total, 174,574. Number of votes cast on
the question of Convention, 125,967; number
required to hold the Convention S727S excess
over the number required 30 90; the majority
in favor of Convention is 60,045. After deduct
ing the number registered but not voting, there
is shown an absolute majority Of II ,50l for the
Convention"
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

EssR- The Post Office at Sharon Station, on the
Will, Char. Ruth. Railroad, called sIron,' has
been e-opcned. This will afford great convenience
10 that neighberhood. We forwarded the petition
1Isf sss,in2 this eice. and had given
up all hope of success but better late than never
We hope to hear soon from the petition to reopen
.4Craighead the route between Charlotte and
s Tia wilson College
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S. GROSE & CO..

Wholesale and Retail Dealers in
GROCERIES, PROVISIONS s FAMILY SUPPLIES.
Consisting of Coffee-Rio, Laguayra and Java: Su-
gars-all grades; Tcas-Black and Green; Buck
wheat, Oatmeal, Molasses, Syrups Bacon. Salt.
Crackers, Cheese, Candles, Soaps; Yarns-Lincber-
ger and Concord Mills.
Call and see US before buying elsewhere Rags
taken IN exchange for Goods. The highest market
prices paid for Corn, Flour Peas, Meal and other
country Produce by
S. GROSE & CO..
Nearly opposite the Post Office
January Is, 1868
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

The Convention of Boys in Blue at Philadcl
pha, have nominated Grant for the Presidency
1t is stated that Grant has telegraphod Gen
Meade to remove none of Pope's appointees, ex-
cept on charges and investigations.
The Senate has rejected Edmund Cooper, as
Assistant Secretary of the Treasury.
The government paid Pierpoint $4,000 and
Riddle $4,000 for prosecuting surratt.
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Prices of North Carolina Bank Notes.
FOR SALE.

We offer for sale very superior IRON LATHE,
Swings "a inches by feet,) with Gearing and
Checks complies, new and in good order. Made by
the New Haven Manufacturing Company.
Also Daniels Large size Palmer, in good order;
a small Palmer, suitable for a Cabinet Shop
Also Shafting and Pullies, together with a large
amount of bent and damaged shafting.
Apply to HARPEk JoNEo q ~ ~
January IL. 1868 3w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

GEN. LoNGsTREET.-N understand that as
this gentleman was passing Knoxville on the cars,
few days ago, two police officers came into the
car to serve on him warrant of arrest for trea-
son. As they had the name wrong, he denied
that he was the man called for. and while they
went out to correct it the train moved off. We
had supposed that the General had proved his
loyalty fully by his reconstruction letter that
he was in no danger of annoyance.-C hortottes-
yiW, IHyUDiCIp
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The Abrogating Bill.

The following proceedings took place in the
L. S. Senate on the 9th inst on the subject of
abolshing Che existing State Governments in
the South
Mr. Morton called up his resolution, instruct
ing the Judiciary Committee to report bill alb
rogating theSexisting Governments in the rebel
States and providing proper Governments in lieu
thereof
Mr. Frelihghuysen moved to amend, so as to
make the REPORTING of the DILL discretionary with
the Judiciary Committee.
Mr. Mortah desired to test the sense of the
Senate, diredtly, upon the question 1t was high
time that Congress had defined its position. To
his mind, the state of affairs now existing in the
rebel commodities, had never been more alarm
ing. Congress had, on the End of March, de-
clared the existing governments in those States
as illegal andsnot afforaing proper security for
life and PROPERTY; and at that time Congress had
provided military supervision, until such time
loyal governments could be established. To-day,
the military authority, which they had set up,
was obstructiig the proper operation of the law,
In sons of thtge States, and upholding the ex-
istiug egs. governments. Mr. NJ. here sent
tss De dcsk NtLe Secretary the acts of March
- be sssss olf
Gen. Hancock, in which the ciyn autfority is
declared supreme
1t would be seen that Gen. Hancock, in this
order, not only defed the power of Congress, but
actually nullifed and refused to execute its laws.
AS Gen. Hancock has confronted directly the
Congress, it becomes question to which side
will submit. He recoo nizes the authority of the
civil tribunals, organized by the very State gov
ernments which Congress has declared to be il
legal. There danger that the work of recon-
struction would fail by the very military power
which they had raised up to forward it. At this
crisis, it was incumbent on Congress to be true
and consistent to itself and proceed to abrogate
these Governments. If the amendment of Mr.
Frelinghuysen was adopted, it would mean moth
ing. He (M.) wanted pcremptory order to
this Committee to bring in bill Immediately,
and he desired the Senate to so order
The further consideration was postponed.
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Mecklenburg Female College
CHARLOTTE, N. C.


Rev. A. G. STACY, A. NJ, PRESIDENT.
This Institution is in successful operation, about
40 pupils having been enrolled since the opening of
the present Session. All the Departments are filed
by competent and tried Instructors.
l. Literary and Scientific Brdnches-The President
with Prof J. l.. Jones and Miss NJ Lee.
IL. MssioaI Depdrtment-Prof. Reuckert and Mrs.
A. Warren.
III. Painting aad DrawiRg-Mrs. E. X. Moore.
". French-Monsieur A. Gagnier.
V. Social and Domestic Dnties-Mrs G.. F. Stacy.
VI Primary Department-Mrs. Emma J.. Reuckert.
VII. Lecturer anatomy, ete.--Dr. j. b. Jones.
John Brown, Esq, is the Financial Agent.
We determined to afford to all pupils the best
advantages ..E
The exercises will continue without vacation until
the 9th of July. Rates moderate.
The College Magazine, 1.-The Carrier Dove" viii
be issued during the present menth An elegant
Quarterly 4S pages, 81 per annuHs.
Address, Rev. A. G.. STACY,
Jan Is, 1868 Wv Charlotte, n C.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14
WASHINGTON NEWS.

W ASHINUIUN NEWS.
The proceedings in the Supreme Court are attract
ing intense interest The impression that the Bench
will decide adversely to the constitutonality of the
Reconstruction Acts gains ground. Judge Black
moved that day be appointed for hearing er pdrte
the McCardle case but Mr. Stanberry, Attorney
General, objected to arguing the on behalf of
the Government because he had written opinions
sustaining the other side The matter deferred,
upon Stanberrys suggestion, until the Government
could arrange to appear by some other counsel
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

TIE CorTox TAx.-It will be seen by the Con-
crrssional proceedings that the Senate has passed
,1 susnendinr the tax cotton for the year 1865.
Tho fax is not taken off the last crop but only S"s-
,,,oard for the crop grown i'll 1868. Rather poor
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

FRUIT TREEs.--Now is the season to plant fruit
trees Everybody ought to plant few trees every
year, and thus add to the blessings of mankind J.
Lndley Son. at New Garden, Gulford county, ad-
vertise that they prepared to furnish trees and
vines at short notice.
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Notice to Debtors

Those indebted to J. Blu xbaum & Co. must make
settlement without delay, as expect to change
business in short time, and obliged to collect
outstanding accounts. We earnestly request our
debtors to give a call and make some ARA necment
Jan 49, 1868. j. BUXBAUM & CO.
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= command of MIR General Hancock.

nzSFn II is aunou al that a State Convention of
the conservative fty' of North Carolina will be
held in Raleigh Of he 9TH of February, and the
different counties erequested 10 send delegates.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

MECKLENBURG FEMALE COLLEGE,
CHARLOTTE, \. c, Jan. IL, 1868 I
Messrs. Barnheardt and Houston We use the
North State Washing Machine at the College, and
are happy to state that ii gives entire satisfaction. 1t
is admirably constructed and be heartily recon-
mended MRS. c. F. STACY.
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Land for Rent.

In Lots OF -. Do Or 100 acres to suit parties. The
land is in fine State of improv and yields well
either Corn, Cotton or Oats. Four or five white
families could be PLEASANTLY and proftably located
Apply to J. S. Il. \. Davidson Daydson's Cross
ing, W., c. & r. Railroad, CASTOR county, \. c.
January -, 1868 Wv
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

THE PORT OF WILMINGTON, N. Give have re-
ceived from Worth & Daniel statement showing the
principal articles exported from Wilmington during
the year 1867. We extract the total amounts
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

MARKETS..

New YORK, Jan. 11.-Cotton irmer at 161 cents
Gold 1889.
LIVERPOOL, Jan. 1I-Cotton firm. Uplands Il
pence on spot to arrive 7@75. Orleans y.
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CITY BANK OF CHARLOTTE,

TRADE STREET,
Charlotte, N. c.,
Deals in Gold and Silver Coin, Bullion, Southern
Bank Notes, Government Securities, &c.
Northern Exchange.
Drafts New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore,
furnished to any person, whether a customer or not
AT PAR.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE.
Drafts all the principal cities in Great Britain,
France and Germany, supplied at New York rates,
i'll any amount
Interest on Deposits.
Deposits of specie and currency received, and o
liberal interest allowed.
REVENUE STAMPS AT A DISCOUNT.
Revenue Stamps always hand and a liberal
discount allowed to the trade.
Jan IL, 1868. A. q. BRENIIER Cashier.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-01-14

GOVERNOR MAssACHUsETTs.-The Governor of
Massachusetts, (who was elected by the Republican
party,) in his message to the Legislature makes the
following sensible remarks 5ss
tainder. Let make end of ilIiberal and I'M
friendly legislation; and, while compromising no
principle for which we have contcnded let us rest ore
those lately in rebellion to equality of rights speed
lily as is consistent with the natianal safety"
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HIDES WANTED.

will pay the highest market cash price for Green
and Dry HIDES. W. A. COOK,
Jan IL, 1868 If Near corner Drug Store