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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Death of Gov. Swain.

This good died at his residence in Chapel Hill
on Thursday last at o'clock, a. He was for
many years President of the University of North
Carolina, and was indeed and in truth devoted and
true North Carolnian. We loved him because he
loved North Carolina and exerted himself to advance
her interests
The cause of Gov SWANS death is thus explained
by the Raleigh Sentinel:
at will be remembered that Gov. Swain and Prof
Eetter, while riding out together about fortnight
since, were thrown from carriage and seri0usl y
hurt, though no bones were broken. That accident
coupled, we fear, with Gov. Swain deep and anx-
ious concern and the fate of the great In
stituton over which he had so long and ably and
faithfully presided, fastened the affecting bereasc-
ment which we here announce
Without any of the advantages of birth or fortune
Gov. Swain to positions of honor and distin-
gushed usefulness, and it may justly be said of him
that he always equal to any responsibility de-
4th of January. 1901, and was consequently in the
GSth year of his age. He studied law with Judge
Taylor in Raleigh, who predicted for him, though he
was then but undcveloped and awkward country
boy, the cmincnce he afterwards attained. Admit
ted to the Bar in 1923. he successfully, some
few years after elected member of the Legislature
Solicitor and Judge. In 1882 he elected Gov
ernor of the State, which office he filed for three
years, During the last year ofhis Governaney. he
elected President of the University, the honor
bic and elevated duties of which he continued to
discharge. with illustrious fidelity and ability. until
the present State authorities closed the doors of the
University of North Carolina against him and his
respected and faithful associates, few weeks since
Hi last moments were saddened by the spectacle of
had signally adorned, under charge of military
guard
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
A New Judge, &c,

D.. II. Starbuck, Esq, of Forsythe county, has de-
clined the Judgeship to which he elected, and
we learn from the Standard that Gov. Holden has
appointed John NJ. Cloud Esq, of Surry, to fill the
vacancy. Mr. Starbuck is U. S. District Attorney in
this State, and presume he finds that he make
money in that capacity than acting as Su-
perior Court Judge
Gov. Holden has also appointed Gen. R. NJ. Henry
of Macon county, Solicitor of the 18th Judicial Dis
trict, in place of Mr. Tate, who elected to the
office but is banned by the Howard Amendment.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Mecklenburg Superior Court.
NOTICE TO SUITORS.

BY a recent Act of the General Assembly all suits
heretofore commenced and all executions either in
the County or Superior Courts are required to be
transferred to set of Dockets upon application
being made by the Plaintiffs in such cases. and the
payment of fee of one dollar in each case; and
less such application is made within six months from
the passage ofsaid act said shall stand dsmis-
sed at the cost of the Plaintiffs Those who are in
terested in this matter will please send in their in
structons and their fees soon 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, 1868-09-01
Those State Bonds.

We ask the Raleigh Sentinel and Raleigh Standard
TO publish the protest of Judge Osborne and others
against the issue of 1000 600 in State bonds to the
Chatham Railroad Company. The appropriation is
not believed to be in accordance with the Constu-
ton of the State, and if such things are submitted
IN silence the Stale will be bankrupcd and the peo-
pic ruined. We are opposed to regulating any
fair. honest debt. bat at the same time we arc op-
posed to squandering the public money and thereby
increasing taxes.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Seymour and Blair State Electoral Ticket.
Peaceful Sentiments.

1t is not mere party triumph we seek We arc
trying to save our country from the dangers which
orcrhang t.-Gor. Seymours Address.
The election of Democratic Executive and ma
iory Of Democratic members to the House of Repre-
scntaves, would not give to that party organization
the power to make sudden or violent changes but it
would serve TO check those extreme measures which
have been dcplored by the best of both political
organizations The result would most certainly lead
that peaceful restoration of the Union and re-es-
tablishment of fraternal relationship which the
country desires.-Gop Seymour's Letter Of 1ccep-
Tuner
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Western N. G.. Railroad.

At the annual meeting of Stockholders in States
vile last week. Samuel Med. Tate, A. S. Merrimon,
z. B. Vance and DR. ]. C. Mcdowell elected
Directors on the part of the Stockholders.
DR. ]. ]. Mott Zone of the State Directors) was
elected President of the Road. and r. F. Simonton
Sec'y and Treasurer.
The office of Financial Agent was created, and
Saml Nc. D. Tate, the former President, elected to
fill it and also act as Superintendent and business
manager of the Road.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
The Meeting at Monroe.

We regret that we were unable to accept the invi-
tation of Union county friends to attend the
Mass Meeting of the friends of Seymour and Blair
at Monroe Thursday last. We learn that a large
number of persons in attendance, and addresses
made by Col II. c. Jones and r. P. Warning, Esq
The people of Union county in earnest in their
efforts to preserve tie country from anarchy and
ruin and will use all honorable and fair efforts to
secure the election of the Democratic ticket.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

Hey~ Such conduct on the part of "League" ne
groes as is described in the following note from
correspondent at Lincolnton, ought to be severely
punished:
ION Saturday the 23d, Virgil Ramsour, a freed
man living in Lincolnton, in the exercise Of Consti
tutonal right, proper to join the Conservative
Club, and the loyal league negroes at proceed
ed when night came, to stone his house, endanger
the life of his children and insult his wife,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
SIN IT HIS
Boot, Shoe and Leather Store.

Nert door to De'eey's Bank, Charlotte, NJ c.,
Is the largest Wholesale and Retail Shoe Establish
ment in North Carolina.
The quality of their Stock is superior in every re-
spect and unequaed in style, finish and workman
ship. The prices low can be afforded.
They buy their Goods exclusively from Manufac-
turers, have them made to order. They pay no
rent and do the business themselves, and cam there
fore, and will sell all styles and qualities of Boots
where in this market. Every pair of Boots and
Shoes is warranted as represented zone price TO
al, j." and fair dealing" is their motto.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Conservative Meeting in CASTOR

A meeting of the Conservatives and Democrats of
Castor county, will be held at Dallas on Saturday
the 9Th of September to further the of peace
and Constitutional liberty. Addresses will be de-
liyered by Messrs. Osborne, Durham d Schenck,
Col ] Hoke, NJ Moore, L Mason, and other
prominent speakers. Earnest solicitation is extend
ed to all who favor peace, prosperity and civilization
to attend and cooperate in checking the baneful and
destructive progress of Radicalism.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

by In November, 1867, (only ten months ago.
Judge Rcade was decidedly opposed to universal
suffrage, and so expressed himself. He then de-
elared that the history of the world showed that
mankind arc too vicious for self government in the
unrestricted sense of universal suffrage Now, since
he has got an office by universal suffrage votes, he
participates in universal suffrage political meetings
and will probably hurrah at the Republican Conven-
ton in Raleigh for the universal suffrage principle
as loud as any one-his Judgeship the contrary
notwithstanding.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

BJr 1t is pretty evident now that the MAORI
ty of the Southern people, white and black, mean
to go against Radicasm, and the free expression
of the peoples will should not be interfered with
by military force upon any pretence whatever
Ne,c York Herald
Willard Fillmore is out for Seymour and Blair
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Notice.

Gov z. b. Vance, Judge Osborne and ". r. Bynum
ton on Thursday the Sd of September. The citizens
of Lincoln and adjoining counties are earnestly in
vited to attend.
The train will run to suit the convenience of the
speakers on that day, and excursion tickets viii be
sold for half fare
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

In the vicinity of Salisbury, on the 23d ult., Mr.
Richmond Sell to Miss Sarah Sell.
On the 4th ult., Mr. John E. Simpson to Miss Isa-
bella E. Colyert, both of Iredell county.
In Statesyille, on the 18th ult., Mr. Thomas X.
Steele to Miss Eliza C. Mills
Near S!atesville, on the 18th ult., Mr. ID. z. A.
Harkey to Miss Nary T.. Barley.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
New Advertisements.

DIR Me'llin, Physician and Surgeon
koOpmann's B:tters-B koopman.
Millinery Go0ds-ArmStrong. Gator & Co, Baltimore.
Smith Boot, Shoe and Leather Store.
Mecklenburg Superior Court-NOtice to Suitors.
Meacham's Boot, Shoe and Leather Store.
Annual Meeting of the Wilmington, Charlotte Ruth
erfQrd Railroad Company.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

RI" The demand for the Democrat this week
being greater than we anticipated when the first side
worked off, have had to print several half
sheets for circulation.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
P. P. MEDLIN, M. D.,
Physician and Surgeon,

Offers his professional services to the people OF
Charlotte, n. c., and surrounding country. Having
had experience in the practice of his profession he
hopes be literally patronized. Residence ON Col
lege Street, of Mansion House.
August 81, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

Ezs- The first bale of new Cotton raised in North
Carolina was sold in Newborn on the 9th of August
(Thursday last.) 1t was raised by Mr. W. Ames OF
Lenoir county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

THE CATTLE PLAGUE.-CINCINNATI, Aug.
22-The cattle plague has appeared here.
Seventeen COWS belonging to one dairy have
been stricken, and are dying rapidly.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Leather. Shoe Findings & Betting

Their stock of Leather and Shoe Findings is most
complete, embracing every grade of Iemlock and
Oak Sole Leather, Upper Leather French and Amer
lean Calf Skins, Kip, Lasts, &C. They also furnish
all widths of Rubber and Leather Betting at Manu-
facturers' prices.
Ask for SMITHS SHOE STORE, the Oldest
tabshed Shoe House in the State.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Sale DAYS.

One of the laws passed al the late session Of the
Legislature provides that The first Saturday in each
month and the first Monday of the regular terms of
the Superior Court shall be Sale Days for lands to
be sold under execution, forty days advertisement
thereof to be given by the Shcrifls.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

In Plymouth, on the oath ult., after illness OF
eight days; Mrs. Mary DeBerniere, wife Of Mr.
Thomas S. Armistead, jr., aged "A years, months
and ~ days. She was the daughter of DIR Johnston
d. Jones, formerly of Chapel Hill, Of Charlotte,
n. G..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Extravaganza Injuries the Laborer.

1t is estimated that the late Legislature, together
with the appropriations made by the Constitutional
Convention have increased the debt of the State ten
millions of dollars-making the present State debt
amount to twenty five aniiiions of dollars The an
nual interest this debt will amount to about one
million five hundred thousand dollars
The members of the Republican party that have
made these enormous appropriations profess to be
the peculiar friends of the iaboring man but what
will be the effect Of such extravaganza? Why
laborers cannot obtain high wages as they have
heretofore got or are at present receiving, simply
because the of the business man and nroucry-
holder will be 50 high as to prevent his giving en-
poymcnt to laborcrs at prices that will enable him
80 ''"" comfortably and support his family.
We invite The attention of the black laborcr, as
well az til" white man, TO this matter We want
every man to receive fair compensation for his labor
therefore oppose involving the State III "a heavy
debt.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Their Wholesale Department.

They receiving their Fall and Winter
Stock, the largest and most complete ever brought
to this market, and propose to sell to merchants NJ
NEW YORK WHOLESALE PRICES.
Their expenses being much less, and as they buy
exclusively from manufacturers, there is reason
why they cannot sell at as low prices as the New
York Jobber. All they ask is fair trial Remcm-
Der and ask for
SMITHS SHOE STORE,
Next Door to Dcwey's Bank, Charlotte, N. C.
August 81, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

JUICE PE.Es0Xs LETTERING publish on our
second page able answer to the electionccrinr
letter Of Judge Pearson. 1t is copied from the Viii
mingOn Journal and was written by gentleman
who possesses much learning and ability as Judge
Pearson ever had
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
THE PENITENTIARy.--We copy the following from
the advertising columns of the Raleigh Standard:

Notice.-There will be meeting of the Commits
soners appointed to locate the Penitentiary at my
Office in this City, on Monday, Sept 14th, when all
persons wishing to compete for said location,
quested to forward their papers attend in person
c. L. HARRIS, Supt. Public Works
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Who are the old Union Men for?

Such old Union men Jonathan Worth VIM
Graham, Bedford Brown, Geo Davis W. n H.
Smith, Il. Il. Vance, John Phifer of Lincoln d. A.
Coyington and S. H. Walkup of Union Jos. II. Will
Of Mcckenburg, Luke Blackmcr and Lewis
IItncs of Rowan f. Il Drake and j. MCLAUGHLIN of
IreIcl, G. aelchor of Cabarrus, and d. & Fowle of
Wake, are for the election of Seymour and Blair.
All these gentlemen for peace now as they
were in 1860.
We opposed secession in 1860 because we were for
pcacc-wc favored the election of Gov. Holden in
1860 in order to promote peace-and we now 90 for
Seymour and Blair because we honestly believe their
election Will secure lasting peace to our distracted
country. and promote the welfare of every man.
black and white. Let us have peace.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
WHITE Sulphur SPRINGS, }


other ,Southerners IN Consultation.
WHITE Sulphur SPRINGS,
West Virginia, August %, 1868.
For the past few days the political world has
been intensely excited over the visit of General
Rosecrans here prior to his departure on the
Mexican diplomatic mission
Having first visited the Hot Springs, where
General Robert Il. Lee then was, and finding
that distinguished gentleman had left for this
beautiful resort, where he was cordially well
coined, Rosecrans set out in hot pursuit and
here found not only Lee, but the very collection
of representative Southerners he wished to con-
suit with The laudable object Of the General
is to effect, through the agency of his former
West Point companions and prominent civilians,
a reconciliation of the entire people Of the coun-
ty He comes here with desire to know the
real disposition and true intention Of the South
ern people in the coming Presidential campaign.
lie believes that they represent more fully the
intelligent people OF the South than any leaders
ever represented the mass of their people, aud
that the power which for four years sustained
the Contederacy is capable OF accomplishing
great work for the nation fset beneficlently to
work. To put this great influence actively to
work is the Generals object. He thinks that
if it be done, our political status the great
est of republican governments can be secured,
our financial stability will follow and that our
bonds would rise to par and also our greenbacks.
The brood of insatiate spectators and military
consolidationists, and the deprecated credit re-
pudiation and ruin which now threaten the
country would disappear, and the sunshine of a
long and glorious career would then dawn upon
our future. In accordance with this programme
private meeting, at which Generals Lee, Long
street. Beauregard, Ewell, Echols, Anderson and
Huuton, and A Ii Stephens, A Ii Ii Stuart,
John Is Baldwin, Governors s Stockd1le, OF
Texas; Pickens, of South Carolina; and Walker,
of Alabama; were present, with General Rose
Grams, was held. A long consultation took place
and plan of action was agreed upon, but to this
time nothing has transpired of the proposed
movement 1t is believed that an address vii
be issued to the Southern people by their form
or leaders. When so many formerly conflicting
clements meet in such amicable friendship and
harmony the best results may be looked for.
INDIAN OUTRAGEs-Sherman dispatches
corroborate the newspaper accounts OF Indian
outrases General Sheridan telegraphs that
they are too horrible for detail. Sherman di-
reefs Sheridan to follow the Indians and admin
lister summary punishment
A FAMILY GATHERING.-We learn that
VIM Burkhead, of Randolph, held a family
gathering at his house, few days since, on
which occasion there were present 80 lineal
descendants and 81 connected with him by mar
riage-making the snug some of 1O6. There
were also. present about 400 other persons. Mr
Burkhead is in his 87th year. his wife 81; both
are in good health Greensboro Patriot.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Fall g. Winter Importations 1868

w UtIU1O11c low
MILLINERY GOODSi
Ribbons. Trimming Ribbons, Velvet Ribbons .Silks.
Satins Velvets, Fancy Bonnet Materials, Blends,
CrSt cs, Nets, French Flowers, Plumes and orna-
ments,
Bonnets, and Ladies' Hats
In Straw, Silk, Velvet arb Felt.
We offer the largest and best assorted Stock nthc
United States, comprising all the latest Partisan
Novelties and unequalled in choice variety and
cheapness.
ARMSTRONG, GATOR & CO.,
237 and 239 Baltimore Street,
Aug 81, 1868. 6wpd baltimore.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

Cry FINAXCEs.-We publish statement in this
issue in regard to the finances of the City of Char
loitc Taxpayers interested in such Matters
and we direct their attention TO the Report.
NEw Post OFFIcE The Post Office called "IIope-
Wei" i'll this county, has been re opened and j. NJ
Houston appointed Postmaster.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
O u a l / t v.

q ia atty.
MEACHAM'S Goods are unsurpassed in style,
finish and workmanship.
PriceS.
MEACHAMS Goods are sold as low as can be
afforded Meacham's Goods arc made TO order sx-
pressly for this market. Meacham is enabled to
offer greater inducements than any other house in
this City.
ALL GOODS WARRANTED AS REPRESENTED.
Gone price to all and "fair dealing" Is
Meachams motto.
Leather, Shoe Findings & Betting.
MEACIAM'S Stock Of Leather and Shoe Find
ngs is complete, embracing every grade of Oak and
Hcmlock, Sole and Upper Leather; French and Amer
lean Calf, Kip and Harness Leather; Lasts, &c.
MEACIIAM will furnish all kinds Of Rubber and
Leather Betting at manufacturers prices.
Ask for
MEACHAMS BOOT AND SHOE STORE,
Near First National Bank Of Charlotte.
August 81, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
Gen. ROsecrans and the Southern Leaders.

The Political Conference at White ,Suzphm'
Springs, Ia.-Lee, Beauregord, Stccens and
other ,SOuthernerS IN Consultation.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01
M Z, A G. FL A MS
Boot, Shoe and Leather Store,

Near First National Bank,
The largest Wholesale and Retail Boot and Shoe Es-
adjustment in Charlotte, N. G..
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

INDIAN OUTRAGEs-Sherman's dispatches
corroborate the newspaper accounts of Indian
outrases General Sheridan telcgraphs that
they are too horrible for detail. Sherman d.
reefs Sheridan to follow the Indians and admin
lister summary punishment.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

The law as passed the Legislature, fixing the time
for holding the Superior Courts in this State, is diff
fcrept from that published by us last week. We give
below correct statement of the Courts in the Cir
cults mentioned The law requires that Court shall
be held for two weeks in each county, unless the
business shall be sooner disposed of:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-09-01

MEACHAM'S Goods are unsurpassed in styl
finish and Workmanship.
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1868-12-15
Card of Thanks.
Dec Is l

Maj. THOS. DAVIS returns his most
sincere thanks to the firemen, citizens,
United States soldiers and freedmen, for
their promptness and efficiency in saving
his property from the devouring clement,
lon the morning of the 18th instant.
HARDY SOLOMON desires to express
ibis gratitude to the fremen, citizens and
soldiers, for their efforts in rescuing his
property from the fire, on the morning of
|the 14th.
THOS. E. GREGG & CO. return their
thanks to the firemen, citizens and SOL
oilers, for their manly efforts to save his
property from destruction, on the morn
lingo the 14th.
DUFFIE & CHAPMAN tender their
Thanks to the firemen and citizens of this
|city, and United States soldiers, for their
deficient aid in protecting their property,
during the fire Of the 18th instant.
Dec Is
The daily phoenix. [volume] (Columbia, S.C.) 1865-1878, 1868-12-15
ASsignee's Sale.
w ~ WAITFR ArCTTONrr

W. T. WALTER, AUCTIONEER.
In the matter of John w. Falk, Bankrupt.
pY order OF Henry Summer, Register in
I'D Bankruptcy, l will SELL in front of the
THURSDAY, 18th December next,
900 acres Of LAND, situate in Richland
County, known as the "Robertson placer
twelve miles from the city of Columbia, on
the Greenville and Columbia Railroad, and
bounded on the South by lands OF John d.
Hands of Felix Turnipseed. on the North
|by lands of Felix Turnipsoed, and on the
East by Lever and others, -
On the day following. the 18Th, ] will
Iseil, on the premises aboye described,
400 bushels COTTON SEED and 2
WAGONS.
TERMS OF SALE.-Cash. Purchaser to-
pay for stamps and papers.
1 - lTHOS. W. HOLLOWAY,
Nov % tn tn Assignee,