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From the South Carouniari.
A DOUBTFUL STORY ANOTHER SHOW
Err OF FLESH AND BLOOD


Mr.. Editor: suppose it will be remembered
by most newspaper readers that in the year 1S4l
accounts were published of two showers of flesh
and blood-one in Tennessee and the other in
Massachusetts. I am now about to relate a
similar circumstance, which lately occurred in
our own State Mr.. VI iliam M. Inflow, gen
tleman Of undoubted veracity, related it to me
as follows: On Saturday last, while he and his
two sons were picking cotton on his plantation,
in Laurens district, near Enoree river, and about
two miles below Musgroves Mill, the younger
son called to the others, who were little dis
lance from him, to listen, for he heard something
falling near him. They thought he was mis-
taken, and paid but little attention to it; but he
insisted, and told them if they would come, he
could show it to them on the ground They
went, and found the ground strewed with what
appeared to them to be pieces of meat, varying
from the size of an ounce ball to larger than a
hens egg These pieces were very moist, and
as red as blood could make them, and the grass,
cotton, or whatever they came in contact with,
was stained as with blood. They were scattered
twenty or thirty yards in width, and they ex-
amined it for something like fifty yards in length,
but did not go to the end of it.
| was informed of it yesterday, and went in
company with two gentlemen to visit the place
in person. We were so lucky as to find some
OF the article still remaining, and all agreed that
1t had the appearance OF flesh, OF the finest
mould, much finer than we had ever seen be-
fore Some of the pieces seemed to be entirely
fat, but most Of it lean, very red, and somewhat
transparent when held up toward the light, but
it was considerably dried when saw it, having
lain twenty-four hours.
The younger William Inflow, a very intelligent
and credible youth of fourteen, says he first
heard few scattering pieces fall, and looking
up, saw the air darkened with them, and that it
looked something like snow falling slowly, when
the flakes are far apart, but that the pieces fell
more rapidly. The shower fell about the mid
die of the day, while the sun was shining, and a
few light clouds were in the atmosphere; but
nothing visible could be assigned as cause for
the phenomenon.
Various opinions and conjectures exist here
about the matter. Some consider it a natural
occurrence, while others view it as sign from
Heaven. For my own part, am not Miller
tie, or 43 man, as they are sometimes called,
and therefore cannot persuade myself to believe
It is sent as sign that the world will be burned
up this year, and l have heard no natural cause
assigned for it that appears at all reasonable.
So, having stated the circumstances as they
exist, leave each one to form his own conclu-
sions. L. nj. DAVIS.
Union District, S. c., Oct. 80, 1S43.
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MARINE JOURNAL.
PORT OF GEORGETOWN.
ARRIVED.

ARRIVED.
III. November IL.
Schooner School Boy, Jones, from Fredericksburg,
Va. Wheat to Thomas J. Davis.
Schooner Mary, Frefether, New York, to Messrs
Pickrells, with merchandise for sundry persons.
Schr. John Emory, Wood, Baltimore, to Messrs.
Pickrells, with merchandise for sundry persons.
Schooner John Bell, Jenkins, from New York, to
the Messrs Pickres with freight for sundry persons
Schooner Margaret Ann, Jones, Salisbury, with
lumber to Joseph Libby.
CLEARED.
M November 16 64
Brig James Drummond, Young, for Kingston, ia
maica, with cargo Of various produce, shipped by G.
Smith.
Brig Martha Knsman, Dennison, for the same
port, with -four, shipped by c. Smith.
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And why is it that this Henry Clay is thus impu-
IDENTIFY brought forward, when the people have so
often found him wanting Register.
This is cool, very. Perhaps the Wings will
reconsider and change their purposes in this
respect. If the Locofocos think it impudent in
Mr.. Clay's friends to bring him forward--if it
hurts their feelings-and this is found to be pref
ty extensive among them-the Wings should
certainly be considerate and tender of human in
frmities, especially of the twinges of party SO
sensitive as the Locofocos, who are thrown into
a mortal horror on hearing the name of Henry
Clay. stWhy is it z" asks the Register man.
We know OF but one answer-bref and COM
prehehensive-the people demand 1t. They see
in him man who, for the last thirty years, has
more thoroughly identified himself with every
great and useful public measure than any other
man in the nationwide has ever been a cham
pion Of the nations best interests noble, gal
ant and trusty guardian of her honor-a states
man whose heart is enlisted in the ascendency
of system Of measures which shall make our
nation mighty and prosperous. They think him
friend of his own country and his own coun-
trymen, not a parasite of some aspiring foreign
dominion, who would compass sea and land to
cripple our enemies abroad, and send swarms of
starving population hither to eat out our sub
stance at home. He is " brought forward" from
among the people by the people, because he is
of the people, and has stronger hold OF the af-
fections of the people than any other living man.
But who are these who are so sneeringly in
curing why Mr.. Clay is brought forward E.?
Why, the organs Of a guilty political mounte-
bank-the organs who are clustering for the
restoration Of man who three years since was
condemned to political death-who are endea-
voring to conjure up fictitious popularity from
among the bones of as corrupt horde of office
holders as ever disgraced the seas of power in
free government. Impudentlyw When such
men whine about impudence, words have come
to strange meaning. - Hartford Courant.
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NOR Remit will rent upon very moderate
IL terms the brick house which / have nearly COM
peted on the of 9Th street and Louisiana Ave
nue.. 1t contains nine rooms including garres with
kitchen There is also store in front, with cell
lar beneath The store is arranged so as to be made
into two apartments by partition, thus making two
excellent stores for persons doing small business
or the whole make an excellent grocery or confec-
tionary The store will be rented separate from,
together with the dwelling Possession given in two
or three weeks. 8. DREW,
nov 10-lw or G g. r. Parker, op. Cen. Market.
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NT ATlONAL LIVERY sTABLE.-Walksr

NATIONAL LIVERY STABLE Walker & kim
In NELL respectfully announce that they have opened
the spacious and commodious brick stable lately
erected by them on street Their new stable has
excellent and superior accommodations for upwards
of one hundred horses. They have ample room for
forty carriages. The stable and carriage-houses
are situated within one hundred yards of Gadsbys,
Browns and Tyers hotels. The Exchange Hotel
Conducted by Thompson Tyler) IS Immediately op
posite the National Livery Stables. The advertisers
intend to keep every kind Of vehicle; such a. coach
es, barouches, buggy wagons, &C., which may BE- had
at the shortest notice Tor hire by the month, week.
day, or hour. Saddle horses also hired in the same
manner Horses will be taken at livery on terms -
reasonable as any other establishment. Members Of
Congress, and other gentlemen, bringing their horses
and carriages to the city, can be accommodated with
excellent stablng good coach-houses, and attentive
hostlers. Horse-drovers visiting the city will at all
times be safely accommodated, and on reasonable
terms WALKER g. KIMMELL,
nov l5-eo3t #
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TNXCHANGE HOTEL--A CARD 10 THE PUB
II LIC.--The subscriber has opaned Hotel on c
street. between Four-and-a-half and Sixth streets,
Immediately in the rear Of Gadsby's Hotel He viii
take boarders by the yoar week, day, and furnish
meals to transient vsiters at any hour of the day
night
He has connected with his establishment Read.
ing Room, to which he inpites citizens as well o.
strangers.
His porter formerly Brown's) will attend to bag
gage and from the Railroad, and every effort will
be made to give satisfaction to those who may favor
him with their company.
nov 6--3tawtf THOMPSON TYLER.
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Messrs. Williams and Hockey, commissioners
from the Texan Government, arrived in Mata-
moras on the 18th ultimo, to treat with General
VOL on the terms of the armistce existing be-
tween Mexico and Texas. We learn from
correspondent at Matamoras, that Gen. W OIL
who was at Sabinas (I5O miles from Matamoras)
had appointed Colonies Yhare and Montero to
confer and arrange articles with the Texan rep
resentatives.
Our correspondent confirms the report, hereto
fore received, that H. B. M. Charge d,Affairs at
Mexico, (Mr. Doyle) had caused to be intimated
to the Mexican Government that his diplomatic
intercourse had ceased This occurred on the
9th of September. IN. 0. Bulletin.
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COL. R. M. JOHNSON.

We have been reminded by friend Of the
Hon. R. nj. JOHNSON of our remissness in not
noticing the arrival OF that distinguished gentle
man in this city. We correct this error now,
and take the occasion to call attention to Col.
Johnsons opinion of Mr.. Clay, which we find in
the Richmond Wing, and have copied in anc.
ther part Of this paper.
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The Trenton State Gazette says: eve UNI
derstand that the Millerites in this neighborhood
believe that the great conaagration has COM
menced at Rome, and that the next arrival will
bring the news. It was expected by the Bri-
tannia, but did not come. Brother Leitch, while
here, expressed his belief that Rome was on fire"
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YNHE Manager for the VIRGINIA MINSTRELS,
i foding Apollo Hall inadequate for their cxhibi
tion has taken the THEATRE. and on tonight will
be produced variety Of entertainments.
MIR. JENKINS win give dclineations of Irish,
Dutch, and other character and will also sing some
Of tho celebrated sRussellsn most popular SONGS.
In the course of the evening. Mr.. SANFORD will
introduce some of his original dances, accompanied
on that old Congo fiddle by the inimitable Paganni
Mr.. ID. MYERS.
The company will on might vary their perform
ances entirely and introduce several songs and dances
never before produced.
Box and parquette reserved for ladies accompanied
by gentlemen.
Mr. JENKINS BANJO
Il Mr. !. SANFORD. .s.s......... Congo Tambour
Mr. JOHNSON. ................ Congo Castanetts
MIR. d. Myers, 1.-THE far-famed
Ethiopian Paganini, J. Fiddle
The public are respectfully informed that the IN
SHIPMENTS the Virginia Mnstrels perform upon
original, and perfectly in character with the an
aient JUBA MINSTRELS. No portion Of this ex-
hibition will offend the most delicate and conscien-
tiolls.
To conclude with the Camerascopc for exhibiting
Dioramic Paintings; the Hydro-oxygen Microscope
together with the Drummond Light, as represented
in New York by the celebrated DR.. Lardncr.
e SI5- Tickets IS cents-children half price.
~ Doors open at 7 o'clock-exhibtion COM
mences at u O'Clock.
10 An efficient police will be in attendance to
preserve order nov Is
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The coming winter-The Cincinnati Chroni-
Gle says: If signs prove true, the coming winter
will not be near as cold as the last was, especi-
ally at the north. The deep and frequent SHOWS
in the latitude Of APO and above, the past month,
certainly does not auger very favorable for a
mild winter; but we take the summer, rather
than the fall weather for our guide; and it is our
intention, the ensuing season, to see whether it
corresponds with our previous observations,
which would make it neither very cold or a
very mild one.
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AMUSEM TENTS.

FAREWELL CONCERT-Mr. w. " WAL
L. LACE begs 20 :nounce that at the desire Of
many amateurs, he will give Concert on THIS fri
dayJ evening November IL, which will be the last,
assisted By Airs. BAILEY, at Carusi's saloon.
Dignor DAUNAS win preside at the piano forte
BY desire, Mr.. WALLACE will repeat his yaria-
tions the Cracovicnne for The piano. and the Non
pin mestro" for the violin, composed by Paganni for
one string
Tickets, so cents each, 10 be had at Mr.. Fischers
Stationers' Hail. Mr. Psttsrsons drug store, corner
Of Sth street and Pennsylvania avenues and At Gads-
bys Hotel. 3*
Concert to commence ut half-past seven O'Clock
nov l5--Jt
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Fustian.-1f prize were to be given for the
best specimen of bombast, one column in length,
it would certainly be carried off by writer in
the Madisonian, who addresses his letter to the
editor Of the Globe, and signs himself " Mifflin.
1t is beautiful composition in its line, throwing
Phillips Curran, and Bob Tyler, all in the shade.
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DLAYING cards. have just received per
i schr. Sarah from New York, supply Of Lemuel
Smiths formerly Caleb Bartlett) playing cards Of
different grades, which am authorized to sell, as
agent, at the manufacturers prices. Storekeepers
and others are respectfully invited to call and exam
inc the lot just received Orders from the country,
enclosing the cash good city reference, will be
promptly attended to. JAMES M. DORSETT.
Snuff, Tobacco, and Fancy store, Penn. avenue,
No IL east Of Gadsbys hotel. nov II
(Capitol)
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WHEN WILL THE PUBLIC CEASE TO BE
w HUMBUGGEDa PIP. W BROWNING, Mer-

WHEN WILL THE PUBLIC CEASE TO BE
w PIP. W. BROWNING, Mer-
chant Tailor in opposition to all humbuggers most
respectfully requests members of Congress and stran-
gers visiting the city, not to purchase their clothing
before calling examine his large and superior stock
Of French and English Cloths, Cassimeres, and Vest
ngs of the latest styles he sprepared to prove to
them that he is selling the same article of clothing
from 20 to 25 per cent. cheaper than certain dry
goods sorekeepers that wish to take the trade out of
the talors' hands by holding out false pretences to
the public that they selling suits of clothes from
$40 to $40 cheaper than they be purchased else
where. want to know how is possible for any set
of men that have practical knowledge of the BUSH
ness to sell clothes cheaper than practical taors-
men that know no more about making coats than they
know about laying notwithstanding all their
arrangements with the celebrated tailors to cut and
make their Clothes and their great facilities for buy
ing goods unless they have facility for buying with
out paying for them? / am determined to undersell
them, and not to sacrifice my trade to such an ava
ricious set of men until the last dollar is gone All
ask is for you to call and examine for yourselves.
A SHORT LIST OF PRICES.
Dress coats, good wool-dyed black, SIS
Do do super IL
Do do beautiful article, French or English, 20
Beautiful Cloth Cloaks, 20
The above goods will be found ready made, or, if
preferred, he will make to order at the same prices
every article, in proportion with the above prices
complete gentlemans wardrobe.
DF Between Sd and Al streets, Granite row.
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MASSACHUSETTS ELECTION.

Having received no mail north Of Baltimore,
to-day, we cannot give the result in Massa-
chusetts The Collins & Bell Governor Morton
has certainly been dismissed, but Mr. BRIGGS
will owe his final election to the Legislature.
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/. Books and Periodicals. are indebted 70
the attention of Mr.. Brooke, Periodical Agent
for several recent publications: Travels Of Capt.
Marryatt in South America. Etiquette Of Court
ship and Marriage. Abene,hy's Family Phys-
can
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OPAL.--The Opal for 1874; A pure Gift for the
" Holidays. Edited by ~ P. Willis. List of en-
bellishmeuts Christ Walking on the Sea, Ruth and
Naomi, Dream of the Consumptive, Christ by the
Well of Sychar, The Will The Daughter Of yairus,
ing Nine illustrations, by J. G. Chapman. just
received and for sale by r. FARNHAM
nov IL corner Of 18th st. and Penn. ay.
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The great copper rock has arrived at Albany,
on its way to Washington, where it is TO be de-
poseted in the meteorological cabinet II is re-
garded as great curiosity, being the largest
mass of native copper known in the world.
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At the municipal election which was held in
Mobile on the 9th instant, Charles A. Hoppin
(Whig) was reelected mayor by majority Of
$50 votes over the united votes of both his COM
petitors. The Wings also elected a large major
itY Of the city councilmen.
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Van Buren, and Clay-The Savannah Repub-
lican has the following observation
We are struck with one thing in the course Of
these distinguished citizens before the public.
Van Buren, succeeded General Jackson in SPLEEN
did career Of popularity, and, during the whole
canvass succeeding, there was nothing heard but
harrah for Jackson! Clay succeeded General
Harrison in still more brilliant and popular ca
reer, and yet no one hears of hurrahs for General
Harrison in order to raise Clay meeting. g 1t
is old Harry himself" and "gallant old Harry
and the like. He has popularity Of his own,
and no one thinks of foisting him into the Presi-
dency upon the popularity Of another
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Georgia-The official returns Of the votes cast
for Governor at the late election in Georgia ex-
hibit the following result: For Mr.. Crawford
1878, for Mr.. Cooper 35,325-showing the
Wing majority on the Governors ticket to be
1885 votes.
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CIGAR, TOBACCO, AND SNUFF DEPOT
" 700 900 Cigars of paiops brands-5O Kegs Of pri.
Che,cing Tobacco.-The undersigned would respect
fully invite attention to his large and extensive
sortment of Superior Cigars and Chewing Tobacco
The following are some Of the choice brands of for
eign importation, warranted genuine
CIGARS.
Flora regalia, Ia boxes
Britannia, LILO boxes n
Paixhan, lilo and 100 boxes
Plantation, LILO boxes
a3 Leeshore, or Lavuelta La Norma
Cazadores, Ia and l-8 boxes La Caroline
Canones Constantla Nonpareil; Imperial
Principe Perez, l-8 boxes Rendon Principe
Ladies' Havana, 10 boxes
East India Cheroots; CASTILLO or rifle.
SUPERIOR CHEWING TOBACCO.
James' gold leaf; Magnolia brand
Aliens honey dew Robinsons honey dew
Bridges natural leaf; Halsey's gold chop
Pocahontas brand; Oronoko natural
Hares sun cured; Wards Capitol brand
Elliot's sweet Hamett's to pound
Murrells S to pound; Dumas to pound
Small plug, various qualities
Snufs of every description
Pipes, smoking tobacco, &c.
In fact, have every thing in my line to please the
taste of the most fastidious, all of which will dis
pose Of 10 per cent cheaper than any other wholesale
house in the District. .ssg4 49, 1
Grocers, hotel keepers, and others, would do well
to give me call, as am determined to sell cheap
as any in the Eastern cities.
N. b. All goods sold, if not as represented, will
be exchanged, or the money returned:
No 6, east Of Gadsby's, sign of Jim Crow.
nov 6-3m
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Concert.--The farewell concert Of Mr. Wal
lace and Mrs. Bailey takes place tonight a, Ca
rusi's. We have heard their performances
highly praised by competent judges.
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rs THE FREEMEN'S VIGILANT TOTAL
ABSTINENCE SOCIETY will meet at the Medical
College this friday evening, at o'clock.
GEO. SAVAGE,
nov 17--lt a8 President.
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The Richmond Enquirer thus discourseth with
regard to awakened senses:
"Let the elections in Tennessee, Georgia, North
Carolina Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, stun
into our senses"
sound sense, after the long hallucination our
veteran contemporary has been afflicted with,
must be truly grateful to every lover Of his
country and well-wisher for the welfare Of our
cherished institutions. We trust to find our
brothers of the press unanimous in giving our
" ancient father" hearty welcome back to the
right side, after the many hard fought fights in
which he has done hattie on the side of disorder
and misrule. The idea, though, Of a person
being stunned into his senses is truly original
~ 0. Iropic.
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THO CABINETMAKERS.--Th subscribers call
i the attention of cabinetmakers to great variety
OF hafinch stuff which they have on baud, and which
will be sold very low for cash. if early application be
made. Also, landing, lot of excellent white and
yellow pine plank which, if taken off the wharf be-
fore pling will be sold lower than any ever before
offered. Such bargains in lumber are rare-but the
subscribers are determined to sell low for ready
ney Call at the new wood, COAL and lumber yard Of
JOHN PE1TIBONE co.
On hand, 400 tons of the " Butler Coal" which
will be delivered to any part Of the city or George
town Tor IS SO per ton. J. r. co.
nov 1885,
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"Mr Czay Oiihdrawn. "A few months ago,
a paragraph with this caption, went the rounds
Of all the 'Locofoco papers in the Union What
has become Of it \? If it was true, why all this
note of preparation this mighty organization Of
society, to oppose i" Henry Clay and has myrmi-
dons?' las the decency and dignity sheet calls
the Whigs.'0
Hope the inquiry is not troublesome Rich
mond Wing.
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MARRIAGE.

4 In Georgetown, on Tuesday evening, the 7th in
slant, by the Rev. LlrTLEToN f. MoRGAN, HENRY
L. CARLTON, Esq, Of Prince Georges county,
place. :
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(lntel and Capitol)

g PLENDID AND CHEAP MUFFS AT o. FISH
~ s. CO.'S.-We respectfully invite the attention
Of the ladies to extensive and varied assortment
of Muffs, Fur Trimmings, &c. III
These goods having been selected early in the sea
son by resident partner in NJ York, we feel conf
dent that they purchased on the most advanta-
geous terms, and we will sell at very small profits
for cash. 4
Our assortment being probably the largest Of any
south of New York, feel confident in our ability
to suit the taste and means of all. We solicit .
call after examining the market we'll, and we will
demonstrate the fact that bargains can be made
with us. o. FISH g. co.
LIST and Cd doors from Browns Hotel
nov l3-eO3t
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IL EEP YOUR FEET DRY.-Cork Sole Boots, of
n my own make cheap for cash, and no humbug ;
to my numerous customers and the public generally,
/ invite them to call and examine my new style Of
Cork Sole Boots which for neatness and durability,
challenge this or any other city to equal them and
for the low price Of w. Also, Ladies' and Gentle
mems Boots and Shoes Of every description Of my
own make, extremely low for cash. As sell no
work but my own make, all those who purchase from
me may depend getting the worth Of their money.
Don't forget the store right the corner of Penn
sylvana avenue and 10th street,
nov l4-eo6t JOHN MILLS
f(ntel and CantON