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The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
New Advertisements.

QUINN Strators Salc-A \ Alexander, Admir-.
School Notice-John Wilson, Jr.
Notice TO the Commissioners of Mccklenburr
D"efng for Reni-Dr } VI Miller.
r"gar' Moiasscs &c-Stenhouse, M0caulay s Co.
christmas Prescnts-Tiddy 6 Bro
~ hIectlonercs, Fancy Goods. &c-Nisbet s Maxwell.
Inc Time to Compromise-Osborne & Barrineer.
Observation-Disclosures, Wolfe & Co
-,''aehment Notice. Hunter,
announcement Of Municipal Ticket
w" Eases of Assorted Goods for Sale-Nm N Mar
IN, City Constable.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
The Homestead Law.

We publish in another column the law passed by
the Legislature for the purpose of securing per
sons the Exemptions provided in the State Consti-
tuition.
II should be borne in mind that although the Con-
s:ution provides for excmptins from execution and
sale 81 900 worth of real estate and 500 wort, of
personal property. these exemptions cannot be al
lowed unless the individual owner complies with the
law and has the property laid off and set apart by
three freehnders appointed Ivy Magistrate for the
purpose.
If care is not taken by those Interested some one
will fad himself badly mistaken about exemptions
uhcs, il is too late remedy the difficulty.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

HE DAILY CAROLINA OBSERVER is the name
VI Tic" paper which MesSrs. Smith, Watson Co,
propose publishing in this City, commencing about
'"e middle of January. Terms So per annum.
ncsSrs. Smith I Watson practical printers, and
We nave 10 doubt they will make good newspaper
we nope they will meet with abundant success
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
The Homestead Law.

IN Act to proride for laying off the Homestead
and setting apart the Personal Property er-
en,pted IN faror Of residents of this State 6y
Article 4. ofthe State Constitution
Section l. The General Assembly of North
Carolina do enact, That whenever any resident
of this State may desire to take the benefit ofthe
Homestead and Personal Property Exemption,
as guaranteed by Article y. of the Constitution
OF this State, such resident Cor his agent or at
torney) shall apply to any Justice of the Peace
OF the County in which he resides, and said j u.s.
tlee of the Peace shall appoint three disnterest-
ed freeholders of the County, not connected
with said applicant, who shall, on notice, by or
der OF said Justice, meet at the applicants resi-
dence, and after taking an oath to do impartial
justice in the case, before some officer authorized
by law to administer an oath, lay off and allot
the applicant homestead by metes and bounds
according to the applicants direction, not to ex-
coed one thousands dollars $4,000 in value, and
make descriptive account of the same under
their hand and seal and return it to the office of
the Register of Deeds
Sec. 2. BE it further enacted, That said free
holders shall assess of the personal property of
said applicant, to be by him selected, articles of
personality not exceeding in value the sum of
five hundred dollars: and make descriptive list
of the same, and return 1t under their hand and
seal to the Office of the Register of Deeds
Sec 3. Be it further enacted, That it shall
be the duty of the Register of Deeds to endorse
on each of said returns; the date when received
for registration, and to cause the same to be reg
istered without unnecessary delay. The said
Register shall receive for registering the said re-
turns the same fees that may be allowed him by
law for other similar equivalent services, which
fees shall be paid by said resident applicant Cor
his agent or attorney upon the reception of said
returns by the Register.
Sec 4 Be it further enacted, That at any
time within twelve months after the reception of
said returns for registration (and not after any
creditor ofsaid applicant may, upon suggestion
Of fraud move III the Superior Court Of the said
applicants County to set aside and annul suck
laying off of homestead and setting apart of
personally. The issue Of fraud or no fraud shall
be tried by jury at the same term Of the Court
unless the motion is continued for legal cause.
If the issue be determined in favor of the cred-
tor, he shall recover Of the said applicant his
Court costs, and all the proceedings for laying
off said homestead and setting apart said person.
atty shall be null and void. If the issue be
decided in favor of the applicant aforesaid, the
said applicant shall recover of the creditor his
Court costs and the setting off of personality and
the laying off of the homestead shall stand for
ever confirmed.
Sec. 6. BE it further enacted, That this act
shall be in force from and after it's ratification
Ratified the 22nd day of August, \. ID. 1868.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
NOTICE.

The Commissioners of Mecklcnburg county will
meet on the FIRST Saturday of January next, for tho
purpose OF attending tc the poor of the county.
Persons interested mus meet the Board at that time.
The last Oyerseera of the different sections of tho
Public Roads of the County that have not been ap-
poin ed by the Board of Commissioners, will report
to the Board on the first Monday of January, 1869.
$. WATSON REID,
Dee p, 1868 2w Chairman pro TEN.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Famine again threatens central India.

KILLED.-Anthony Whitice eolored. was Kill
led by Alfred Ozment, white, in the bar-room of
Messes Short & Rees. Liquor is said to have
neck and only lived few minutes. Ozmeut
was arrested and committed to jail.-GreensLoro
Patriot.
VALUABLE Property SoLD-We are glad
to announce that the firm of Buck, Graham &
Co., of Philadelphia have purchased the valuable
Friendship iron banks and foundry. This mex
haustible deposit Of the finest iron ore in the
world is within miles of Greensboro and We
learn the purchasers intend, at once, to erect
suitable buildings and put up all the machinery
necessary for working this ore successfully
Greensboro Patriot
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

EXTRAvAGAScE.-Eachd days session of the Legis-
lature costs the State about 81 400, being pay for
members, clerks, &C. We merely call the attention
of the dear" people to the matter If they
stand it. we will try to do so, though we protest
AGAINST the whole concern
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
The Time to Compromise.

We hold for collection large number Of old Debts
Most of clients have authorized us to offer
these debts fair compromises before suing upon them
which we viii soon begin to do If not adjusted.
Debtors concerned would do well to consider this
offer Under the '.New Code and '.Stay Laws"
costs are obliged to be heavy.
OSBORNE & BARRINGER,
Dec q, 1868 2wpd Attorneys.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

eea- Mr. f. II. Britton has commenced republish
ing his paper-the Courier-E uiietin-the first mum
Der of which we received this morning. We hope he
may be successful and receive liberal patronage
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
NOTICE.

STATE or Norm CAROLINA, MECKLENBrRG Co,
City of Charlotte, Dec. 10Th, 1863. ]
will expose to public sale. at the Public Squar re
in this City, Saturday the Goth day of December
1869, two Gases Of Assorted Goods the property of
Jos. BuXbaum & Co., 10 satisfy an execution in my
hands in favor of the Ci:y of Charlotte.
WIN. NJ MARTIN,
Dec 81 1868 Ivy City Cons able.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Murder of Mr. Jas. A. Gleason.

On Friday evening last, Mr. ames A Gleason, of
this CITY, was shot aud killed by negro man named
Lee Dunlap. We have heard various reports about
bc unfortunate occurrence, but deem it unnecessary
., attempt a full account. We think the facts are
about a. follows
difficulty occurred in the street between a conn-
ery.man and negro the countryman was arrested
lv the Police and carried to the Mayors Office for
examination: during the trial some words pa sscd be-
tween Mr. Gleason and the negro Dunlap Mr. Gleason
asserting that Dunlap lad called him OF some one
else a lamn of a Bitch; when the negro drew
q nisol and shot Mr. Gleason twice through the
breast causing death in 10 or - minutes.
1t WAS reported that Mr. Gleason fired at the
serro first but it is said that he was unarmed and
did not fire at all We think all agree that there
were but reports of pistol, and as Mr. Gleason
was shot in two places. it proves that Dunlap fred
both shots that one of his companions fired the
scrnRi shot
OF course. citizens (espcciafly tke white For
toni were greatly cxa>pcratcd about the affair but
they suffered the murderer be conveyed to Jail by
the Sheriff without interfering. 1t is better to let
the law nlict the punishment than for individuals
10 ito il. ~
There is no community in the country that/1las
been quiet. pcaccable and lava biding since
the way than this one, and our white population
aaye exercised great forbcarancc and charity to-
wards the colored people, but good feeling be
continued unless the Law promptly executes such
offenders the negro Dunlap.
Mr Gleason a native of Norfolk or Portsmouth
Va. but had been IA resident ofthis City for num-
Der Of years. He leaves ii family and many friends
to mourn his sad death. His remains were followed
the grave on Sunday evening by the largest pro-
cc.>on in Charlotte-composscd of
Frcncn, Masons, and citizens generally.
F. S-Sincc writing the above we learn that the
testimony before the Coroners inquest shows the
murder to have been unprovokcl and most brutal
and yreur,Iia,d Not particle Of evidence was
produced to show that Mr. Gleason assaulted the ne
gro in any way whatever \ colorcd Policeman and
two or three other coorcd have been commit
ted - Jail accoupliccs in the nulicr.
r." The rumors which excited our citizens on
Sunday night, and which caused the congregations
the different Churches to be hastily dismissed,
were false and without good foundation. No lstur-
hancc cd and think there is a deter nina
ton that nOnc shall Let the law take its
coarse. ana let everybody keep cool.
F:n We return thanks to II u Whitley. and W
Gri,r Es,4 for their kind attention in furnishing
with rnllc documents during the session Of the
IrriS
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Foreign News.

LoNDoN, Dec 17.-There has been san
culinary battle in the Pass of Domian, Afghani-
stan Sherc Ali defeated the rebels with great
loss
Famine again threatens central India.
Earthquakes are reported at various places.
Prussia, in the interest of European peace, en-
deayored to induce Greece to comply with the
Sultan's demands
On the 10th instant, fight took place in
the streets of Cadiz, Cuba, between the Govern
ment troops and the citizens: The troops were
badly beaten in the fight. During the
fight Captain Farrall, American Consul, in
his official uniform, mounted the barrieade
with the American aag and stopped the fight
ing The City Hall was shattered by the artil-
lery The troops plundered some Of the de-
serted houses.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Fire in Columbia and Loss of Life.

On Monday morning last about o'clock, fire
was discovered IN Mr. Clendening's restaurant
on Taylor street rear of Grcgg's Hall, which in
a short time communicated to the main building,
and III few minutes the entire structure was
wrapped in flames The fire had obtained such
Roadway before the alarm was given, that the
hremen were unable to save the immense build
ing; but by almost supeshuman eSeItions, pre-
vented communication with Maj. Thos. Davis
SPLENDID row of houses adjacent-but, mournful
to relate not without terrible loss oflife and
limbs. A squad from the Independent Fire
Company, assisted by several citizens, were en-
deavoring to get stream in the rear of the burn
ing building, when the South wall of Wearn 4
Hix's pictuse gallery fell, completely crushing
the life out oftwo men. and severely, if not IA
tally, I'M uring several others. The following is
list of the casualties:
Killed. A Darlington, Fraser b Squer.
Severely Wounded-F cckham--legs bro
ken and badly cut in head and body. Charles
L + Ryan-compound fracture of left leg and
cut and bruised in body. Richard Tozer--right
leg dislocated, and severely cut in head and
body CohnJiu Phonir
RECAPTURED Peter Blackmon, (colorcd) a
thief and jail-breaker was recommtted to prison
on last Friday He mad in his possession when
captured dark bay Mare, about II or Is years
old, blind in one eye, which he says came from
the eighborhood Of Charlotte, n. C.-LoNcd&-
ter Le'tyer Dec II.
Loss BY FIRE-We regret to learn that the
residence of Mr. L. IL. Massey, of this County
was destroyed by fire on the night of the 4th
instant, involving heavy loss Mr. Massey had
just received the sum OF $3.50 in currency
which was deposited in one Of the upper rooms
Of his residence, and which was entirely con-
sumed, together with all his household furniture
and family apparel. His private papers being
in lower room, were saved. The fire originated
by accident loyheMe Enqnirer.
WESTERN Pork MARKET.--The pork
market of Indiana and other Western States has
opened at reduced prices, 81 cents being the rul-
ing figure for large pork, at which price sales are
generally and freely made The stock ofhoSs is
reported large.
\ STIMULUS TO FARMING.-Twelve farm
ers of this section have formed society and
each member has deposited the sum of $50 into
the Treasury. At the end of a year, a commit
tee appointed by the Hyco & County Line 4 gri-
cultural Society will examine the farms of these
II gentlemen, and the one found to excel in the
different branches of Farming sweeps the S300
hilton Chronicle.
Bay We learn from the Knoxville Times that
Moses w. Nelson has sold his lands. lying in
Carter and johnson counties, Tenn, to compa-
ny of English capitalists for the snug sum Of ten
millions of dollars.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
NOTICE.

expect to open my School OH the 9Th of January
1869, the premises South of the Railroad, at tb,
corner next the residences of Mr. Brewer and NJ
Chas. Elms
Dec 81, 1868 2w JNO. WILSON in.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Worthy of Attention.

We hope all our readers will read the able speech
of Senator Robbins delivered in the State Senate on
the 18th inst, in opposition to the extravagant ap-
preparations of money and Bonds by the Legislature.
1t is subject worthy the serious attention of every
taxpayer, and Mr. Robbins thoroughly exposes the
dishonest combinations entered into to get appro-
prations and shows what will be the final result of
such schemes. Read the speech and think about it,
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
ELECTION NOTICE.

An election for Mayor and Twelve Aldermen for
the City Of Charlotte will be held at the Court House
on the first Monday in January next, in pursuance
of an act of the General Assembly entitled IAN act
in relation to Provisional and Municipal Officers,
ratified 24th day of July, 1868
*. NJ. WHITE,
Dec H. 1868 Sheriff Mecklenburg county.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
FOR RENT.

The Dwelling recently occupied by DR.. Bratton,
nearly opposite the Episcopal Church, for the year
1860. Apply to
| Dec 81 1868 Wv DR.. j. VI. MILLER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

Essy~ If any thinks that called Carpet
Baggers' and "Scallawags' are alone to blame for
the extravagant appropriations Of the Legislature,
he will find himself very much mistaken by looking
the proceedings of the Legislature. 1t will be
seen that 'carpct-baggcrs" like Sweet aud Wclker
in the Senate, and Seymour in the House. have re-
Gently opposed these appropriations as unfair and
ruinous, while professcd Conservatives favor them.
Let every man receive praise as he may
deserve, without regard to party.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1S.-A bill was intro
duced in the Senate, to-day, forbidding civil
officers from holding military commissions. This
will prevent the appointment of officers to the
Cabinet
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Christmas Notion
COnfectioneries
CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.

The best and largest assortment of Holiday Goods
brought to this market at TIDDY'S, consisting
in part of Gift Books, Juvenile Books, Toy Books,
Ladies Work Boxes. Companions, Writing Desks,
&c, and many articles too numerous 10 mention,
which offer at extremely low prices
Give "A call and We viii try and show you some
thing you want.
Dee I'll 1868. TIDDY BRO.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

New YORK MARKET Dec. 1S-Cotton
closed shade lower. Sales of 1900 bales at
25(925A.
North Carolina Bonds GIL. Gold ,35S.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

B<ls" The State of North Carolina has been paying
three gentlemen $500 per month, each, to prepare
Civil Code, which lcy have already had printed, at
considerable expense but the Legislature is
making efforts to undo what said Code Commission
did. Thus expenses are multiplied.
The Code Commission ought to be dispensed with
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

mC<s The following Ticket for Mayor and
SkA<se-1a AldermeG of Charlotte at the next
ensuing election is announced by
MANY CITIZENS.
For Noyor-F. W. AHEENs.
For -1idcrmen
lsT WAnD-W Myers, james Earnshaw, Chas
A Frazer.
2D WAED-Wm Sloan, ii Springs. sc Alexander
30 WARD-.illan Macau!ay, Thos Dewey Jas
ii Carson
4rH WARD-Danicl Barnhardt, u n Sherwood
Rufus Barrinecr.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

EsF~ A correspondent of the Newborn Jourpal of
Commerce. writing from Stockton, California says
that Dir. r. p Ashe, formerly of Wilmington, n. c.,
is the second largest farmer in California 1t is es-
tmated that he will make seventy thousand bushels
of grain this year.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

Gssy~ The Grand Jury of the L. S. Circuit Court,
at Raleigh, have found true bill of indictment
against Hon. J. r. Deweesc, member of Congress
frcm the Raleigh District for abuse of the frankng
priyilcrc.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

HOG CHoLERA-We learn that our farming
friends in the southern part of the county have
lost quite number Of hogs from the cholera.
Tar is said to be sure cure, but we do not
vouch for it. The tar should be mixed with
corn and fed to the hogs. 1t costs nothing to
make the trial-Ruthcrford Tindieator.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

A QUEsrIoS.-IIow can persons who do not sub
scribe for the democrat expect us to stop work
and ranSack our files find some law other pub
LEGATION for their benefit: 1t is impudence TO ask or
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

~ Why does not the Raleigh Standard give TIE
yeas and nays crery important Railroad arpro-
printion passed by the Legislature? We keep file
of the Standard and We may want to refer to such
matters hereafter. Let there be conccalments or
do1ging in these times. for day OF Judgment will
certainly come and We intend to be hand and
ready to to the votes of members.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

Es4y- How can individuals be expected to take
stock in Railroads when it is certain that the Legs-
laure judging from the past, will legislate so as to
deprive individual stockholders of their rights?
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
DISSOLUTION

The firm of BARR1NGER, WOLFE & Co. has
been this day dissolved by mutual consent--M. Z.
Alexander retiring. The business viii be continued
by VI. l.. Barrnger and S. c. Wolfe, under the
and style OF Iarringcr Wolfe.
Any member of the old firm is authorized TO settle
up the claims due the firm, and member of it
may always be found a: the counting room of Bar
ringer 4 Wolfe for that purpose.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

rcgy- Gov Holden has issued his order to the
sheriff of Mcckenburg for the delivery TO the order
of the Governor of South Carolina, Stephen Floyd,
now confined i'll the Jail at Charlotte on charge OF
Grand Larceny.-Rdi. Standard
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
Vt. Z. DN Il Il 7 NJ T. n
s. c. WOLFE.
Dec 10. 1868.

nea The undersigned in retiring would take this
method of returning his grateful acknowledgements
his friends anil former patrons and takes pleas
ure in commencing the firm in every respect
worthy of their confidence and support.
Dee p, 1868. NJ. +. ALEXANDER.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

MUNICIPAL ELECTIoNs.--The Legislature has
passed bill, in regard to Municipal elections,
providing that living outside of the corporate
limits, though they may own large property within
said limits, shalt vote in the Municipal elections and
further, providing that ten days residence shall
title any one to vote!
We do not hesitate to denounce such bill an
outrage on the rights of taxpayers and property
holders. 1t tends to njure every permanent citizen
of city town. whether he owns properly not.
Esy@ Atlantic s n. c. Railroad stock sold in New
bern recently at s.. per share.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

Tue Ace OF BRIEEEr.-Julging from the Eric
railroad and other corrupt schemes for plumber
ing The people the age of bribery has come.-Rateigh
Standard
Yes, and we fear it has come to many members of
the North Carolina Legislature. Senator Sweet says
he prove that votes bought for dollars and
cents. Every honest in the State ought to help
expose the scounlrcls who cheating and swim
ding the State. Attempts were made to injure Mr.
Sweet Of his bold stand against corrup-
ton, and the Standard, regret to say, tried
to ridiculc that gentleman and lower him in the
tination of his party. But hope the Standard
has severed its error and will cooperate in
ferretting out the. raseality practccd by members
Of the Legislature and public officers. Let it stop
sncerng at those who demand investigation.
The people believe that gross corruption prevails
at Raleigh, and whether the evidence he pro-
cured or not TO convict the guilty, the impression
will remain that appropriation schemes have been
secured by bribery
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

1J- The Legislature has adjourned until the
4th of January. On Saturday there was no
quorum and nothing of Importance was transacted.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22

s.@e Late advices from Mexico mention the arrival
at Vera Cruz of General Rosecrans, the American
Minister and the fact that he received with dis
tingaished honors. The General started for the
capita! on the 2Sth of November in special coach
guarded by sixty men.
The western Democrat. [volume] (Charlotte, N.C.) 1852-1870, 1868-12-22
NEWTON, y. c., Dc

NEWTON, y. T., Dcc ID, IoOo.
Mr. YATES: In your issue of the 1st instant, see
an extract from the Statcsville American in refer
cnce to '.Egyptian Wheat BY request drop you
this for the purpose of getting. through the "Demo
GRAFT further information about this Wheat. If you
can give its history and the name of some gentleman
who has cultivated it, this information will be thank
fully received.
Very respectfully, s. NJ. f.
I'VE are unable to furnish the desired information,
but hope will sec this who do so. The
article We published stated that the Wheat cu-
tvatcd by some in CASTOR county.