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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Condition of the Crops in October.

The monthly report of the Commissioner of Agr-
culture in Washington, just issued says:
The full promise of the early summer has not been
realized in the wheat harvest. The increase of area
that of last year. in its effect upon the aggre-
gate production IL nearly neutrallzed by a small
dminution in some of the principal wheat growing
States in the yield per acre. so that the increase in
the total quantity, as shown by our October re-
turns is scarcely more than three per cent. and that
is obtained mainly from the Pacific coast. The pro-
grcss of wheat culture westward is somewhat remark
able and its history is not altogether unlike that of
cotton in its occupancy of new lands, and their
desertOu after few years use, not indeed to grow
up in sedge forest, but be laid down in grass
employed in q varied range of production
The averages for October appear to show decrease
in production i'll Maine New Hampshire, Massachu-
serts, Connecticut, New Jersey North Carolina,
South Carolina, Georgia Alabama and Texas, the
latter having only half crop. The other States in
dictate an increase IN most of those east of the Miss
issippi very slight; in Minnesota IL per cent? in
Iowa G: in Missouri, s. in Nebraska, IL: in Kansas
,; and in California % per cent. Many places in
different parts of the country especially i'll Maryland
and Wisconsin, report disappointment III the yield
of grain in threshing.
The oat crop is light in the eastern, the middle,
and southern Atlantic States is full average in
Michigan, Wisconsin and Iowa: in the other States
the product is above theaverage Increase
being II per cent in Nebraska
Rye in of these States, is marked by figures
very similar those which show the relative product
of oats.
The barley crop is somewhat deficient in Ohio In
diana, Illinois, Wisconsin, and in most of the Atlantic
States. 1t will scarcely make SO large an aggregate
in bushels as last year.
Considerable injury TO corn from frost reported in
Northern Indiana, Illinois, Iowa and more northern
attitudes. Yet the average is undeniably large in
most of the States and nowhere is there very serious
failure. The total product will be- not what was
hoped in the early season, CIR what is needed for
country with rapidly increasing population, but
somewhat larger quantity than last year. which
a season peculiarly adverse to corn production.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Foreign News.

Serious riots have occurred at Rotterdam
which drew the fire from the soldiers killing
several and wounding many citizens. Numerous
arrests have been made.
There will be formal dissolution of Parlia
ment on the 18th.
Several distinct shocks of earthquakes have
been felt in the Western counties of England
and Wales.
MADRID Nov. 2.-The Provisional Govern,
ment is about reinforcing Cuba. The city OF
Havana is authorized TO borrow ten thousand
crowns for the completion of the Isabel canal
The ex-Queen of Spain left behind her one
hundred and seventy carriages, several splendid
Arab and English horses, as we'll al the finest
collection of mules extant, in the coach houses
and stables of her royal palace at Madrid.
There is prospect of still maintaining the
peace in Europe.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

Ia A breach of promise case was tried in
the Morris county court in New Jersey last
week The plaintiff was Mrs. Eliza Garth, of
New York, ffty-seven years of age, who sued a
widower named Richard Howell seventy-seveu
years old, living in Flanders, N. j., for 50 900
damages The lady alleged that defendant
promised to marry her four years ago. and since
that time he has broken his engagement and
married another The defendant denied that
there was any engagement on his part, and if
there was any engagement, he afterwards learned
that she was a very passionate woman, and that
she and her former husband lived very unhap-
PLY together, and thought the best thing for
him to do under the circumstances was to retract
bis promise. The jury gave verdict of two
thousand dollars for plaintiff.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
TRUST SALE.

On the 18th Of November, 1868, at tho residence
of DIR. Albert Myers, twelve miles South Of Wades-
boro will offer for sale the following property 70
witt
One Thousand Acres of VALUABLE LAND. On
said Land there is n fine Merchant Mill in good con-
dition also, Mules, Horses, Wagons, Carts, Buggy,
Rockaway, Sulky, Cows and Calves, Blacksmiths'
Tools, Household and Kitchen Furniture, to satisfy
Creditors, embraced in Deed of Trust, made by Dr.
A. Myers to me, executed January %, 1867.
The Lands will be sold in separate Tracts TO suit
purchasers. TcrhiE Of salc made known day Of
sale TlIOS ". KENDALL, Trustee.
Arson county, Nov 9, 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

NTATESVILLE, n c, Nov. 4th, 1868.
The North Carolina Annual Conference of the
hethodistE T.. Church. South. will convene in States
vile December I'd Bishop W. NJ. Wightman, d. D.,
The presiding officer.
me Railroads in the State will pass all persons
attending Conference for tare-one ticket to go
Rni return
Inc Trains on the Western Nc Road only
nIl"eekIy; but extra train will leave Salisbury
tuesday morning, Dec 1st. arriving in Statesville
about clock. A. NJ
EDWIN A. YATES,
Pastor of NJ. E. Church at Statesville
North Carolina papers please CODY
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
New Advertisements,

Store, Houses and Dwellings to Rent-M L Wrrstor
Attorney at Law-Wm VI Shipp.
Select English and Classical School at Charlotte-D
John Wilson.
- Hands Wanted-Wilkes. Luce & Co.
House and Lots for Sale--Apply to Edward Madden
Card-A Sinclair
Executors Sale Parks, Executor.
Aotice-Wm & Tiddy.
Nanted-Beulah, box 1884, Charlotte.
Trust Sale-Thos W Kendall, Trustee.
Salt Salt.-O G Parsley & Co, Wilmington
Dwelling to Rent-W Hayes
Ale and Beer-Miller Black
Pocketbook Lost-S w Huncycutt
aeckienourg House-2d door to Mansion House.
Houee TO Debtors Ross Admir-.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Mecklenburg House.
"COME ALL YE HUNGRY AND THIRSTY "
12%

And regale yourselves with his rich yiands and his
inimitahe FLUID PREPARATIONS" You will
find the best of Fresh Fish the freshest Of fine Oys-
ters with all kinds of GAME, and everything else
afforded by the markct-all done upin rate style.
His Bourbon County Whskey surpasses anything
yet brought to this market, aud does his Scupper-
nong Wine and domestic Brandies and WHISTLES.
He is determined to make his new Restaurant wor-
thy of the city. Come and for yourselves.
lie has three BILLIARD TABLES for the amuse-
ment of his frieuds and several for sale cheap.
Nov. g. 1858 I'm.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

The Island of Jersey off the coast of France,
but belonging to Great Britain, has become cele-
brated for its crops of early potatoes The land
is manfred to an extraordinary degree with sea
weed, stable manure and Peruvian guano, to
force the potatoes forward. The crop is sent to
the London market early, and obtained SO great
aprice that an acre of earl potatoes is valued at
eighteen hundred dollars in gold
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
General Election Results.

| WASHINGTON, Nov 5-Grant's majority in
Connecticut is 3,l41. Seymours majority in
New Jersey is about 1000. The Congressional
delegation stands three Democrats to two Repub-
licans. The Democratic majority in the Lesis-
lature is six on joint ballot.
Present calculations give the Democrats sew
enty five members of Congress gain of q.
The Democrats lose five and gain three Fed
| eral Senators.
nothing interesting beyond general falling off
from the Republican majorities at first rcpor-
ted.
Liberal calculations give Seymour ninety three
Electoral votes.
The Republicans claim California by from one
thousand to fifteen hundred Nevada goes one
thousand Republican. Both parties claim Ore
gon. Missouri gives Grant about 20, 600 ma
jority.
SOUTH CARoLINA.-Charleston Nov. s.
The returns from this State come in slowly An
Jacksonville, Greenville, Spartanburg, Newbury,
Oconee and Pickens give large Democratic ma
jorities. In Abbeville the contest is close and
result doubtful. Columbia gives 25S Radical
majority. From the seaboard counties, which
constitute the Republican strongholds, returns
come in very slowly. 1t is impossible to state
the general result in the State, but the indica-
tions are that the Republicans have carried it
by reduced majority.
The Democrats claim to have elected two
congressman.
The negroes at White Hall, Abbeville county,
fired on the whites at the polls. The fire
promptly and vi gorously returned and one negro
was killed and twelve wounded
GEoRGIA.-Augusta, Nov. 5--Returns from
forty five counties foot up the Democratic ma
jority at $4,000, with 81 counties to hear from
The Democrats claim the State by over forty
thousand majority.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

E.RrHQrAKE SHocK.-On Tuesday morning last,
quake felt by many persons in this City; and
we have conversed with gentlemen from CASTOR, Lin
coin and Union counties, and York and Lancaster
Districts who say they also felt it. We felt the jar
SO sensibly that raised up from bed and
looked out, surprising that something had struck the
house Others say they heard roaring sound as
ii the chimney fire.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Notice to Debtors.

All persons indebted to the Estate of VIM. Ross,
deceased, notified that their Notes and Accounts
all due.-Some of which are of long standing.
Please come forward and pay up. If you cannot
pay all, pay what you
J. P. ROSS, Admir-
n. B.-I can be found in Charlotte at almost any
time J. p. Il.
Nov 0, 1868 5w
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

The GREAT MILL SuIr.-The great suit of
Little vs.. Stanback, mentioned by us last week,
was continued until late hour on Saturday
night when the jury rendered for plaintiff, as
sessing his annual damages at $3.50. Messrs
Giles Leitch, of Robson, Hon. 7, s. Ashe, and
J. r. Hargrave, counsel for plaintiff; JAS NJ. Nc
Corkle Esq, of Salisbury, and Col. r. T. Ben
nett, counsel for defendant. An appeal has
been taken to the Supreme Court WadesJoro
Arous
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
To Rent.
New Q, 1868

From the LIT of January next the valuable property
belonging the Estate of the late Alexander Springs
dec d, consisting of two Brick Store Houses Trade
Street, and three Dwelling Houses. The above pro-
perty will be rented publicly Thursday of Supe-
rior Court week, if not disposed of privately before
that time. For further particulars enquire in my
absence of r. A. Springs
Nov g. 1868 NJ L. WRISTON Agent,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
To Rent.
NOTICE.

Mcssrs. TIDDY BROTHER, our General Agents
in Charlotte. will attend to business in that City.
They will keep constantly hand a full supply Of
PAPER of all kinds, Book, News and Wrapping. and
will hs al all times prepared to supply regular Gus
toners at q day's notice.
WI. Il r. TIDDY,
Lincolnton and High Shoals Paper Mills
Nov Q, 1868 I'm
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

OMAHA. Nov. 2.-Five desperadoes hanged
near Gilmore. Friday, by vigilance committee.
OF the Northern people of Omaha are 10y al,
and it is all right when they hang half dozen men
without Judge or jury; but if one man here at the
South knocks another down. it is sign of rebellion
against the Government and persecution of negroes,
and U. S. troops must be scattered amongst us. Oh,
consistency
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
House and Lots for Sale.

A House and Eight Lots offered for SALE sit
uated near the c. i S. C. Railroad Depot. The
House is two-story framed building, in good re-
pair. There is good Well of Water and out houses
the premises.
For information apply to Edward Madden, to
this Office.
Nov 9, 1868 1mpd
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

Gen Meade telegraphs to Grant that the cleo
ton was quiet throughout his Department, ex-
cept at Augusta, where the Military suppressed
the disturbance, and at Savannah, where the
Police restored quiet.
Schenck and Morgan have decided for no ses-
sion of Congress this month.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
WANTED.

By graduate of of the first Colleges Of Virginia,
who is competent to instruct in the Higher English
Branches, Latin, French, Music and Mathematics,
and who has had several years experience, situa-
ton in private family Institution. References
exchanged. Address ss BEULAH,
Nov 8, 1868. Box IB4, Charlotte n G.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
WASHINGTON. Nov. G.

WASHINGTON, Nov. o.
General Grant left Galena on yesterday, and
will spend several days on the route. lie writes
that he would much prefer returning home
quietly without any demonstration.
New YORK MARKET, Nov. 6.
Cotton heavy-dccidedly lower. Sales of 2,
800 bales at 25 to est. Gold 1871 to 80
North Carolina Bonds, new, 62 cents
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

CASTOR SUPERIOR CouRr was held last week.
The StatGDocket occupied most of the time, but we
believe there tried of much Importance.
John Owens who was heretofore convicted Of the
murder of Benz. Wihers in Lincoln county, land
who had appealed to the Supreme Court for new
trial. which rcfused,) sentenced to be
hanged OH Friday the llth of December
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

LARGE TURNIPs.-Mr J. 4. Cannon of Sugar
Creek, brought US three mammoth turnips last week
weighing about eigh: pounds each. They are hare
70 beat.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

f-as- Just the of the election, Secretar
Seward (Prcsdant Johnsons right-hand mani came
ont in a speech Auburn n. Y, for the Republican
ticket
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

In most Of the above counties the Democrats gain
largely.
RALEIGH Nov 6.
The election returns yet so incomplete that it
is impossible say certainly how the State has gone
The general opinion is that it has given Grant
inriy of 8 600.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

sSr 1t gives US great pleasure to state that
His Excellency Gov. Holden has appointed Col
W. j. Clarke Judge of the Criminal Court of
Newbern, vice Hon. Aug. s. Seymour resigned.
Raleigh Standard
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
SuDeriOr Court.

The Fall Term of the Superior Court for Mecklen-
burg county Will commence Monday next, and
continue weeks if there is business require it..
Judge Logan will preside, and W. p. Bynum, Esq.
Is the SnlIc;tnr
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
The Election.

We give below all the reliable returns of the
Presidential election in this State that we have
been able to gather:
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

ALE AND BEER.
MILLER BLACK, Agents, Trade street, for the
Richmond Ale & Beer Brewery,
Will keep constantly on hand BEER and ALE by
the quarter and half barrels
Nov O. 1868. MILLER & BLACK.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

Rs5@ We learn that Mr. Cowardn, of Virginia, will
deliver his famous Lecture on Reconstruction in
Charlotte at an early day. The Lecture has been
delivered and favorably received in New York and
most Of the princpal towns in Virginia.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

An early change in the Secretaryship of the
Treasury is becoming probable. lisa
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
rs Hands Wanted

To cut Cord Wood. Apply to
WILKES, LUCE CO.,
Iron Station, Lincoln county, N. C
Nov. 9, 1868 3w ...
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
EXECUTORS SALE.

As Executor ofw. D. Parks last viii, win sell
on Tuesday, let December next, head Of Horses
and Mules, 20 head of Cattle, Hogs, Corn, Hay,
Fodder, Farming Utensils, set Smiths Tools, four
horse Wagon, / one horse Wagon and many other
articles. j. L. PARKS
Nov Q. 1868 3wpd Executor
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Lincoln county.

Shober 735, Boyden 625. These returns show q
Democratic gain of sbout 10.
UNION CouSrY.-Seymour go, Grant sl1, shober
$50, Boyden S07.
CATAwBA CoUNTY.-Seymour. 1l3l, Grant 4S9,
Shober 1921, Boyden SOP.
Neutrality-suspicious. 1882, Grant 595-not official
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
Pocketbook Lost.

Lost on the 4th inst, between the Davis and Rea
Mines on the new town road in Union county O
Pocketbook containing Sl3 in Greenbacks and
receipt for $500. A reward of So viii be given for
its recovery. 8. W. HUNEYCCTT,
Nov 9, 1868 3wpd Winchester p. o.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
CASTOR county-OFFICIAL

Shobcr and Boyden's vote about the Sey
mour and Grants.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10

Gen. Candy relieves Reynolds in command of
the Department of Texas.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-11-10
SALT! SALT!


DIRECT IHPORTAT TON
Now landing, ex-Brig Bone Howard, direct frow
Liverpool
o nnA SACKS LIVERPOOL SALT
GDevoV large, full, clean sacks, weighing
215to 90 bs for sale FROM wharf in lots to suit at
lowest market prices. Also,
1,500 Sacks American Salt in Liverpool Sacks
1000 Sacks American Salt in Burlap Sacks,
Ahoat and in Store, for sale lowest market pricss
by o. G. PARSLEY & CO.,
Nov Q, 1853 2w Wilmington, N. C.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-11-16
Items of State News.

Tho store of Mr.. n. E. W. Si9truAk, up to-
wards Bull Swamp, in OramgoDurS District,
was consumed by fire il tie carly part of this
week. Loss, $500 Or more.
Tho Orangeburg News says Tho darkeys
seem indisposed tu think OF contracting
another year. They talk about renting land,
or expect forty acres from Grant and ColfaX.
On Saturday last as the passenger train of
the Spartauburg anu Union Railroad was in
motion at Hills platform, Rev. Mr.. Strong at
tempted to get upon the same, but unfortu-
ling his leg and hand in shocking manner,
causing his death in very short time.
An attempt was made on the night Of No
yember 4th, by persons unknown. TO burn the
dwelling of Mi. John E. Peay, at Longtown, in
Fairfield District. The front OF the house was
fred and in part burnt. 1t is said one OF the
freedmen on the place discovered The fire, and
the progress of the flames WIS arrested.
Mr.. John Lee committed suicide by cutting
his throat with razor on Friday morning last,
at his residence. near Batesville Depot, in
Spartanburg District. MIR. Lee was sixty
years of age, and highly respectable citizen,
and had for some time exhibited signs of mer-
tai alteration, but not sufficient to induce any
tear of this dreadful result.
The Abbevillo Press says: "The gin house
OF Captain D. NJ. Rogers, of our district, was
was consumrd by fire on Saturday night last,
together with twenty-five bales OF cotton, which
was partly owned by Mr.. A. J. Ferguson. It
was the work OF an ince diary. On the Thurs
day night previous, the barn of Esq. John
Wideman, of our district, was also burnt, to-
gether with quantity of fodder.
"A letter from New Pickens Courthouse
says "Our town is fast improving, and in one
or two years we will have nice little village.
There is constant ringing of the hammer,
aud houses are going up like magic: The
mountain scenery is beautiful, and for health
this place cannot be excelled. We will have
church very soon, and are making preparations
for hotel and school.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-11-16
BY TELEGRAPH
EUROPE.

The MUTTERINas OF REVOLUTION IN fhANoI'
PARIS. November 14.-At the Ministenal
Council. proof was adduced of an extensive
conspiracy to overthrow the present order ol
affairs in France. Vigorous measures are au'
thorized for its suppression.
THE INTERNATIONAL MILITARY COMMISSION.
ST. PETERSBURG, November 12.-The Inter-
national Military Commission have agreed to
prohibit the use, in time of war, of all explo-
sive projectiles weighing less than four hun
dred grammes.
AUSTRIAN ARMY.
VIENNA, November 1S.-The bill prescribing
the numbers and equipment OF the Austrian
army when on war footing has finally passed
both houses of the Reichsrath by large ma
jorities.
SPANISH OFFICIAL ACTS.
MADRID. November 13.-The Captain Gen.
eral OF the Philippine Islands will be removed
nv order Of the Provisional Government. Gen.
Prim, Secretary of War, has ISSUED an order
forbidiing the attendance Of armed soldiers
ct public meetings. The Papal Nuncio OF
Madrid continues its relations with the new
government.
MADRID, November 14.-Dulce takes with
him number OF civil officers, to replace the
present Cuban officers. Dulce is clothed with
extraordinary powers. a Protestant Church
in Madrid is sanctioned, and civil marriages
frequent. Topete, Minister Of Marine, favors
Montpensier for King. All parties agree for
monarchy, founded upon sovereignty Of the
people, expressed by universal suffrage. The
Provisional Government has declared colonial
ports free anchorage duties abolished.
VE CHINESE EMBASSY.
LONDON, Nvemter 14.-The Queen receives
the Chinese embassy on the Goth. No meteors
seen last night.
THE BANK OF ENGLAND.
LONDON, November 12.-Ihe official report OF
the Bank of England, made public to-day
shows that the amount Of specie in vault has
decreased ELS, 900 during the week.
THE LONDON TIMES ON NIB. SEWARD.
+ LONDON, November 1S.-The London Times,
to-day, in an article on the convention for the
settlement of the Alabama claims, alludes to
Secretary Seward in the following terms: 1.-THE
official career OF Mr.. Seward is now drawing to
q close, To the favorable result Of the lite war
his skill and energy largely contributed. His
foreign policy has been successful, and hege-
tires when all chances Of domestic and foreign
strife have disappeared. he must naturally
wish, in common with Lord Stanley, to termi-
nate before retiring from Office dispute OF all
the details of which he is master. The con-
vention is especially important, because at
time when national jealousies weaken conf
dence it establishes freer precedent for re-
sort to arbitration, instead os war; for the set
tlement Of differences.