Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1847-07-28

Examination at the Edge6eld Village Aeads-
my.-On Thursday last, the Examination Of
the pupils of the Edgeied Male Academy at
his place, commenced. A number of students
were examined in the Ancient Classics, by the
Principal, Mr.. II. X. Clintock, and other
gentlemen, who were present. 1t is but justice
to say, that the recitation Of the students was
generally correct & that they promptly answer
ed the questions which were put to them.-
Some of the young gentlemen particularly,
showed considerable proficiency in their stu.
dies.
On Friday. several classes were examine in
different English Departments, and in Mathe-
MATES, and they generally acquitted themselves
very creditably. In certain studies, handsome
books were awarded as prizes, to Masters Ro-i
bert Minis and William White. There were
others nearly equal to those, bntWho. were not;
so:Saf afortunats syos call tbe Attentions OF the's
community, at large to the Academy of Mr.
McCIintock, who has long been known TO us
as well qualified for the station which he fills.
He is settled permanently amongst US, and we
earnestly hope that he will obtain patronage
commensurate with his merits.
Il ,oord about the Rail Road.-1n the construc.
ton of the Rail Road to Aiken, from this place,
it is very desirable, that there should be as
much harmony among the subscribers to this
work, as possible. Every man who has the
success Of this great enterprise at heart, SHOULD
cherish the kindest feelings towards others who
have perhaps as much good feeling towards 1t,
as himself He should endeavour, as far as
possible, not to msjudge, or to attribute sinister
and selfish motives to others, who may enter.
tain very different views from himself, in many
matters connected with the road. The best
friends to the scheme, may well differ as to the
particular route to be selected as to the precise
terminus in this place, and many other things,
scarcely necessary to mention, and they may
al the same time, have at heart, the interest Of
the road, fully as much as they have their own
interests. Let all of US who are subscribers, or
intend 10 become SO, not fall out about it. IL
there should ever arise the least discord, let u5
endeavor to put it down. Tis true, we may
differ in opinion about many matters, but let
US conduct all our discussions in calm and dis
passionate manner. Judging each. others mo.
tives, with all charity, and success will most
certainly crown our efforts. With regard TO
the amount which each man, when the books
are opened may subscribe, we urge him most
warmly but respectfully, to do all that he can.
Let him, after most carefully considering the
subject, put down the largest sum that he can
in justice to himself and family. When he has
done this, he has done his duty. Let no one
taunt him about it, and say, that he should have
more. He is the best judge of this
Ridicule or censure cast upon him, for not
more literally, will not do any
good. A milder course would produce much
better effect. The stockholders, doubtless. will
feel very thankful TO all who may think proper
to help them in this enterprise. They will be
grateful for whatever sums the rich or the poor,
or those in moderate circumstances may SUBJ
scribe. Let no man be deferred, because he
cannot conveniently sci down as large sum
as his neighbor. Ifhe takes but one share, he
has done we'll. If he takes t,oo he has done |
better. If he takes seccral he has done best.
Bnt as to the number Of shares which he may
take, he himself must be the best judge. We
throw out these crude thoughts, hoping that
they may produce some good effect, and that
none will take exception to them.
The Greenvile Mountaineer states, It is
with pleasure we learn that tho Hon. B. F.
Perry has consented to bea candidate for Con.
sress at the next ele ction, the Hon. R.F. Simp.
son having given notice to his friends that he
declines reelection. Major Perry's term of
service in the Senate Of this State will expire
with the next session of the Legislature