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Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29

DESTRUCTION OF THE LIBRARY OF CoS.'
eREss.-It is with feelings Of profound regret
we record this great calamity.
At six o'clock this morning the doors >of the
Capitol were opened by Mr. John w. Jones,
captain of the Capitol police, at which time he
believes there was nothing on fire throughout
the building. At a quarter before eight o'clock
however, on approaching the door of the Lii
brary, he was convinced from the smell of
smoke that something was wrong; and he ac-
cordingly forced his way in by breaking
panel Of the door. The tables, books, shelves,
&C. in the northeast end of the room were all
on fire; but he believes they could have been
extinguished at that moment by the use of half
dozen buckets of water But the opening of
the door gave vent to the flames, and they soon
assembled to the roof, and spread rapidly
throughout the entire ROOM -; -
The few persons in the building were with
difficulty called to render assistance, and when
they arrived it was impossible to save the main
room or its conten:s. The contents of the
smaller library room, comprising great va.
riety of antique works, &C. were saved in q
somewhat damaged condition,
A messenger (Mr. Baldwin, was immediate.
ly dispatched for the city FIRE companies, who
had but Just returned from the fire at the Frank
lin Hotel, but owing to the improbability Of his
report it was not till after considerable delay
that he could obtain any aid from them. The
engines were finally obtained and carried by
the firemen to the rotundo, and upon the cas-
tern portico, from which positions they propel-
led water to the roof of the Library, and thus
extinguished the flames
The Library occupied that portion of the
building Immediately within the western porti.
CO, and was so isolated from the rest of the
building as to involve but little injury to other
portions. The adjacent committee rooms with
Il riders
What extent of loss has been sustained, '
are at this moment unable to conjecture; buS
fifty or sixty thousand is probably the number,
of volumes, and many of them were Of rare
worth; while the value of the works of art, ths-s
collections of ancient coins, medals, and 9th
curiosi.ies, &c. cannot be approximated in an
estimate.
The marble busts of Jefferson, Lafayette,
Taylor, DC, the portraits of Washington, J.
@. Adams; number of old paintings; the files
of the National Inteiligencer &c-all are goHs.-
LATER-We have heard discriminating per-
sons estimate the value of the books that can
be replaced at $3.50 900, and the damage to
to the edi6ce at about $20,000.- Washing
tou Telegraph.
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Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29
Missionaries to California.

Rev. J. w. Kelly and Rev. S. w. Dawes, have
been elected by the South Carolina Conference,
and appointed by Bishop Andrew, at its recent
session in Georgetown, under the conditions of
DR.. Boring, superintendent of that Mission. They
will preach at Camden on Sunday, 4th of Janua-
ry next at Winnsboro Monday 5th, at7P. M;
Chesterville, Tuesday 9th, at 7 P. NJ, &c.
Persons wishing to contribute TO the cause, may
forward their donations to DR.. Wishtman, Editor
of the Southern Christian Advocate.
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29
WASHINGTON, Dec. l6.

The Spanish Minister has received informa.
ton from the ncighborhood Of Savannah, Geo.
that new Cuban expeditions arc on foot. II
this be so, it is very certain the poor delnded
fellows in the Pampcro expedition, Gncluding
Thrasher) will be long time at Ceuta, before
they will return 10 the United States. 10 keep
them imprisoned, get up new expeditions.
War is better condition, actual war, SPAN
begins to think, than this quasi war which keeps
her in arms all the time, and in peril in Cuba
and war will certainly come, il these Cuba ex'
peditions are not kept down by popular opln'
ion here at home
1t is declared that secret treaty exists be-
tween Spain, France and England to guaran.
tee to Spain Cuba; and that in case of neeessl-
ty, the French and British squadrons in the
West will join in the protection OF Cuba Ii
this be so, there is very sorry chance for any
of the ipvasionists, if more are making prepara'
tions.
War with Spain will not be all sport on our
side. five could conquer. Cuba, Cuba would
be converted into ST. Domingo the trade
and commerce, and business character OF the
Island would be ruined Privateers under
Spanish coors would swarm upon every sea to
prey upon our commerce.
am fearful of hearing by the news from
Spain, after the Cortes has been in session, that
the right of holding land and other property,
which American (domicilcdD citizens have been
having there, just as Spanish subjects here had,
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29
sI4pEnYI CALIFORNIA.

The last news from California, shows that
the discussion about the division of the State
and the introduction of slavery, is becoming
more animated, and may in fact be consid-
dered the great topic of the times. The San
Francisco Herald OF the 18th ult., in the course
of long article deprccating exciting and an
cry discussion on the subject of Introducing
slavery, makes the following interesting state
ment
"It may startle those who happen to be ner-
vous on this subject to be informed that slavery
now exists and has always existed in Calfor-
MIA since the adoption of the constitution. In
the mining counties and even in San Francisco,
there are many slaves, and yet there is 10
manifest arrangement Of public morals in con-
sequence, nor do the people generally seem to
give themselves much anxiety on the subject
There is 10 attempt to incite the slaves to run
away, and they themselves, catching the healthy
tone of public sentiment, never entertain
thought Of such thing. We know of some
of them whose earnings amount to as much as
the pay OF post.captain in the navy, and who
can purchase their freedom at any time, but
are perfectly content with their present condi-
ton. These facts go to prove that it will be
difficult, without persevering agitation, to gen.
crate bigotry in the minds Of the people of CAL
iforna on the slavery question, or to convert
it into an element of discord; and such perse.
vering agitation we hope never to see."
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29
Daguerreotypes.

We are requested to state by Mr.. Squier, that
his stay will be limited to ten days longer. Those
who desire good pictures would do we'll to avail
themselves of the present opportunity of getting
them. Mr.. s. has succeeded admirably well with
his pictures here.
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29

wThe proceedings of Congress possess so
little of interest, that we have not copied any OF
them, preferring to occupy our columns with 9TH
er matter. -
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29
Our Market.

Very little has been dons in cotton since our
last only few bales having been sold. We
quote extremes at 6 to &c.
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29

sY- Hon. Henry Clay has resigned his seat in
the u. s. Senate, on account Of i'll health. His
successor is to be elected to-day. 80
Semi-weekly Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1851-1852, 1851-12-29

Murder among the United States Troops at
Smahrl1c. learn that on Sunday night
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
From the Washington Union.
THE THIRTY-SECOND CONGRESS-.

friend has been kind enough furnish us with the
following list of members thus far electedto the next
Congress- and their political complexion. It will be
seen that the political status of each individual is Civ
en- only with reference to the old party nes without
regard to the political views entertained the slave
ry question list specifying the abolitioniss and
free-soilers would be desirable but it is manifest
impossible for to prepare such list the pres
ent time and any attempt to do So would necessa-
rily end in injustice to some, we have simply given
the party complexion of the members thus far chosen
without attempting to say who abolition free
soil democrats, abolition or free-soil wings Some
of those whom we have classed among the democrats
entertain anti-savery sentiments which override their
democracy, and very many whom have classed
among the wings in a similar category.
Elections for the next Congress have been held in
the following States, viz Delaware, Florida Illinois,
Iowa, Maine Massachusetts, Michigan Missouri, New
Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsyva-
nia Rhode Island, South Carolina Vermont and Wis
consin.
Elections are yet to be held in the following States
viz Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut
Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland
Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and
Virginia.
connecticut voted Monday last since these ia
bles were made out
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
ARRIVAL OF THE NIAGRA.
HALIFAX, April 29-9 P.

HALIFAX, April 29-9 P. NJ.
The steamer Niagara reached her dock P. NJ.
She brings Liverpool dates of the 29th.
CorToN.-The market is gloomy, influenced by
the advices from the United States by the Arctic,
and buyers have obtained concession of ] penny
per 10. Sales of the week 25, 900 bales
GRAIN.-The market is very dull at 80 So
Wheat 5s Sd for red, and 6s IS 4d for white
Western canal flour sold at 10 COS
Meal 14s Sd.
PRov1s1oNs.-The transactions in Beef are un-
important. The demand for Pork is limited and
sales are but few. The demand for Bacon is not
so active. Lard is firm. Tallow has not varied
in price, Cheese is in moderate demand
American stocks remain unchanged English
were unusually steady during the week. The va
ration has not exceeded l ia I.
Consols closed at 978 for money and 979 for &C
count
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
HYMN ",

Come brothers, come for our days run on,
Soon will set our life's young sun,
Soon will fade the rosy light,
OF morning. now so bright.
Then haste let work till the school time is DER,
For soon We'll be called to the far distant shore,
Our toll and labor being DER.
How sweet the school boys welcome home
Home home home the school bows welcome home
Welcome home, welcome home, welcome home.
See how the joys of youth time die,
Soon we'll breathe the parting sigh,
But when the toll of life is DER,
We shall meet to part no more;
Then haste &c.
Oh happy home where angels sing,
Till the vaults with rapture ring;
We would go their songs to swell,
We would in that Temple dwell;
Then haste &c.
DISM1SSfON.
Lord, dismiss us with thy blessing,
Bid us all depart in peace;
Still on gospel mamma feeding,
Pure seraphic love increase.
Fill each breast with consolation,
Up to thee voices raise,
When reach that blissful station,
Then we'll give thee nobler praise
Then we'll give thee nobler praise,
And well sing, halleluah, amen, haleluiah!
And We'll sing, hallelujah, amen, halleluah
To God and the Lamb
Haleluiah forever, halleuiah forever
Haeluiah forever and ever, Amen
Hallelulah, Amen Amen! Amen!
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10

This Institution, lately so fourishing and pop Al
uar, re-opened on the lst Monday of March 1851 81
to continue twenty weeks, until vacation resumng EaE
its annual sessions on the I'd Monday of Septem- TX
Der. Col T Allen has been appointed to the LII
SUPPLEMENTARY, assisted by Col w Morgan, late
Joint Superintendent of the Western Military Insti-
tute and able and efficient Faculty. Both super
ntendents graduated with distinguished honors We
Point, served regularly in the army and have attained
high position in practical engineering and in the in
struction and government of youth
The institute offers advantages to those seek
ing an education eminently scientific and practcal;
among them-a of study unusually full in Math-
ematics and its applications to Mechanics, Machines
and Construction in Natural Science and its appca-
tions to the Arts, Agriculture, and Mines ancient
and Modern Languages, and in English Literature =
adding bookkeeping for the business A gov
eminent, all that its imports-the decipne ia
ctated by every door of quarters being visible from
the commandments office: A position accessible by
steamboats, to Frankfort, yet retred-six miles in the
country-an elevated locality unsurpassed in the West
for heathfulness, with permanent brick buildings, ee-
CANT extensive and cOmmodius, erected years ago
at very heavy cost: Apparatus and instruments,
fully adequate to the wants of the lectureroom and
the field Instruction, theoretical and practical, in
Plane and Geodetic Surveying, Levellng, and all
branches of Civil Engineering: with drawing, field
practice and use of instruments.
The Institute suspended under the pressure OF
debts incurred in building barracks class-rooms soci
ety-rooms, chapel &c: these liabilities have all been
discharged and it re-opened untrdmmeled, and with
advantages mequaled by any institution of the kind
in the West
The charge for tuition, board, washing, fuel lights
&c, is $3.50 per annum, payable semi-annuay in adj
vance. Two dollars per sem-annua session is added
as surgeons fee. With the cooperation of parents
all expences can be kept within 1925 per session
which sum will be required to be deposited with Col
E. H. Taylor, Cashier of the Branch Bank of Kentucky
at Frankfort, who has been appointed by the Board
Treasurer of the Institute.
Address either of the Superintendents at Kentucky
Military Institute, near Frankfort, Kentucky
P. DUDLEY, Adi't Gen. and
President of the Board
| JOHN l.. HELM,
| j. SPEED SMITH,
! JOHN w. RUSSELL
d. THOMPSON,
Frankfort, KY, 1851. Visitors.
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
Piano Fortes &C., For sale.

T UST received from New York, three splen- -zzzzl
D did Rosewood Pianos, which will be sold 7
low for cash. Enquire at the Furniture Ware-z1szcZ
room kept by J. WoMELsDoRFF. Also, good assert
ment of Cabinet Furniture, consisting of such articles
Bureaus Wardrobes, and Bedsteads Of all Wash
stands, Tables, Chairs, Looking Mattresses, &c
N. B.-The undersigned would also most respectful
ly inform the citizens of Columbus and its environs
that he will discharge the duties of undertaking with
neatness and despatch whenever called upon do
JEROME WOMELSDORFF.
MAY 10, 1851, l56m
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10

AN IMPORTANT MATTER.-Three gentlemen of
Philadelphia, Messrs. I. M. Coleman, John G.
Sims, and Dr. J. F. Bird have entered a caveat,
preparatory to taking out patent securing to them
selves the right to new application OF well known
agents. in the construction of Collars for draught
horses and padding for Saddles. The great object
had IN view is to prevent these articles which are
IN SO universal use from CALLING Various at
temptS have been made to accomplish this truly
humane and most desirable object but none have
been successful. These gentlemen, it would seem,
have at last really discovered the philosopher s
stone"
The Improvement, or application, consists in the
use Of properly shaped yulcanised India Rubber
bags, to be inflated with air. 1t has been ascer-
tanned that these bags will sustain pressure
Than sufficient for all practical purposes The ma
teral is perfectly air tight, and its durability is be-
yond question. 1t is also capable of being repair
ed. Every school boy who has played with an
India Rubber foot ball inflated with air. knows that
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
Columbus, Feb. l, 1850.
g. s. Fitch'S

Inualable Medicines for Coughs, Colds, Consumption
and Female Diseases--always on hand.
Also-His unrvalled ABDOMINAL SUPPORT
Err, that has been patented only six months, and has
already been imitiated.-Also, his superior SHOUL-
DER BRACES
The only genuine articles to be found at the Drug
Store of JAS. BLAIR, Sole Agent.
Columbus, Feb. /, 1850.
CARRIAGE TRIMMINGS, SPRING AXLES. &c.
" An assortment of articles in the above line of b-
sness will be constantly kept hand and sold low for
cash or good paper by ]. BLAIR.
Columbus, Feb S, 1851.
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
NOVEMBER ELECTION.

candidate for the office of Chancellor of this State
Election in November.
0TWm. HI. III. Patterson, authorized tc
announce candidate for Sheriff of Lowndes county
Election in November next. Printers fee paid.
GA. h. Love is candidate for reelection tc
the Office of Clerk of the Circuit Court of Lowndes
County. Election November next.
0TDaniel williams, we are authorized to an
nounce candidate for reelection to the Office o.
Probate Clerk of Lowndes county. Election in No
vember next
03JOhn w. Adams, we are authorised to an
nounce candidate for Assessor of Lownder cour
ty at the ensuing election
~ Benjamin II. Taylor, we are authorised
to announce as candidate for town Constable Elec
ton in November.
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
NEW ARRANGEMENT.
All e. #. KING HOUSE, MARION, ALA. An

A FTER returning my sincere thanks to the patrons
Il of the Marion Hotel have the pleasure to in
form them that have sold my interest in that estab-
lshment, Hotel, and leased the E. F. King House
where am prepared with increased facilities
der travellers and others comfortable when visiting
Marion. My charges shall be satisfactory.
J. F. COOKE
April Is, 1851. 143tf Commonwealth.
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
DOCTOR LANIER

OFFERS his professional services to the citizens of
" Columbus and its vicinity. Office at the Drug
Store of Taylor & Mccarthy. He may be found at
night at Popes Hotel Printers fee paid.
Columbus Nav s. 1851 I5.x
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Guardians Notice.

THE undersigned, guardian of Elizabeth A., Henry
L c., and George K. Lawrence. minor heirs of John
Lawrence deceased, also of James Lawrence, Qunacl
will, at the April term, 1851, of the Probate Cor of
Lowndes county. present his accounts and vouc for
final settlement of said several GUARDIANSHIP !; when
all persons interested may appear and sr cause if
any they have, why the should NOT be allowed.
GABRIEL FRANKS
March IS 1851. 7.St GHardian dc.
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lust received at this well known esta- eNSaEs
D blishment fresh supply pure and ge-
nuine Medicines, which VIII be sold on as IA Ez1a
vorable terms at any house in the South. -
Physicians Planters and others, are requested TO call
and examine the stock, which he's been selected with
great for this market. We think they will find II
equal (f not superior regards quality and variety,
to any in the State and making their purchase alto
gether from Importing Houses; they enabled to sell
on as good terms, any Drug House in the South
South West
PHYSICIANS PRESCRIPTIONS CAREFULLY PUT Up.
DIR. James w. Hopkins will attend to the prescrip-
ton Department. guarantee that all will be right in
that delicate and important part of the business.
DRUGS, MEDICINES, AND CHEMICALS, PUT
TY AND BRUSHES, DYE-STUFFS, PAINTS,
OILS, WIND0W-GLASS,D YE-STUFFS,
AND GLASSWARE, PERFUMERY,
FINE SOAP, STEELPENS,AN
SUPERIOR WRITING INK.
superior article of SPERM OIL, LARD OIL, &c,
always hand
LANDRETH'S FRESH GARDEN SEEDS
CRoP 1850.
PATENT MEDICINES OF ALL KINDS:
Pure Old Brandy, Wines, Holland Gin AID Old Jrfpai-
ca Rum-Pure Scotch Whiskey-tor Medical pur-
p0ses-d1d superior article of TEA, both
Green and Black
- SUPERIOR CHEWING TOBACCO AND CIGARS.
Thankful for the patronage heretofore extended to
the House, he hopes by strict attention and DISPOSE
ton to accommodate at low prices to merit the patron
age of discerning public.
JAS BLAIR
Columbus Eah IoSn
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The State of mississippi.

DISTRICT CHANCERY COURT OF The STATE or
MISSISSIPPI, HELD AT COLUMBUS AT RULES
ELIJAH BARTLETT, Complainant, TTPON opening
VS. | the matters In
GEORGE II. FOoTE, ] n "a. this BIZ contained,
JOHN R. HAMPTON, ct al( i " on the ODD. Februa-
ry, 1851 and it appearing by affidavit filed, the sat
isacton of the Court that the above named defendant
John r. Hampton, is nonresident of the State OF
Missssipp and resides beyond the limits thereof 50
that the ordinary process of this Court cannot be
cuted upon him it is therefore ordered that unless the
said defendant appear here before the Vice Chancellor
before the first day of the next term of this Court
to be holden at the Courthouse in the town of Coum-
bus, on the first Monday in May next ensuing AMI
plead answer demur to the several allegations in
compliments bill of corplaiu+ contained, the
may be taken confessed as to said defendant, and
the matters therein decreed accordingly. 1t is further
ordered that copy of this order be inserted in the
Southern Standard newspaper published in the
town of Columbus, weekly for one month A true
copy from the minutes.
w. w. LESTER, CLERK.
MURRAY & DABNEY, Comp'tS Solicitors
March s. 1851. 6:5t Printers fee Sll so.
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The State of Mississippi, LOWHdeS County
(Circuit Court, March 26, 1879
BILL FOR DIVORCE

JOHN SIrToN, } THIS day came the Plaintiff, by
[S470vs. his Solicitor, and it appearing
DELILAH SITToN, to the satisfaction of the Court that
the said defendant nonresident of this State. 1t
is therefore ordered by the Court that the said petition
be set for hearing at the next term of this Court be
held on the third Monday of September, 1851, the
facts therein charged and that this order be published
once week for the space ofthree months in the South
ern Standard, public newspaper published in this
State. A true copy from the Minutes.
A f. LOVE, CLERK.
Harrison d. Matthews Sol for Complainant
April 10, 1891. l2:l4t
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Estrays--Lowmdes county. MISSISSIPPI

TAKEN up by G. Hairston, one dark browne ~
Mare, Is years old, righl eye out. Apprais- KY
ed to $50.
TAKEN up by R. J. Fedrick, roane Horse, 10 years
old Appraised to $85.
TAKEN up by Samuel Person, small roane
Horse feet high, white spots made by the collar Ap
praised to $50.
March Is, 1851. 7:3t VIM. BAKER, r. L. c.
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GTERMS-A

Bound 'plan and neat one dollar per copy.
(Fner if paid in advance)
Fine, one dollar and twenty-five cent?.
Extra fine, dollar and fifty-cents.
Apply at the UNION HALL, Jackson, Mississippi.
n. B.-The author being entirely dependent on her
and wanting alike the pecuniary means, natural eff
rontery, and physical ability to travel in quest of SUBJ
scnpdons; hereby offers copy of LETTERS AND MIS-
CELLANIEs 'extra ne, to any person who shall for
ward Gree of cost the equivalents of twen-
ty-ve subscribers, to Mrs. Louise Elemjoy, Canton
Miss, between this and the first of May next; and
the to the editor giving notice and Prospectus,
conspicuous insertion.
For fifty subscribers, presentation copy and RI
SING YOUNG MEN a modern tale by the same author.
Southern standard. [volume] (Columbus, Miss.) 1851-1856, 1851-05-10
New, Cheap, and Elegant Assortment of
DRY GOODS.

DRY GOODS.
TINE undersigned receiving at their Store
| Main street, between the stores of Hale & Muir
dock and ]. ]. Sherman q Co., extensive and gen.
eral assortment of
FANCY AND STAPLE DRY GOODS, HARD.
WARE, CUTLERY, BOOTS AND SHOES,
HATS, CAPS, READY MADY CLOTH
ING, CROCKERY-WARE,& &C., &c,
Recently purchased by our Mr.. Lampkin in New York
and Philadelphia, which they will sell on as reasona
BILE terms as articles of similar quality can be purchas
ed in this market. Call, examine, and purchase il
pleased. LAMPklN q WHITFIELD.
Columbus, April /, 1851. loft