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Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

The members of the three Divisions Of this
City are busy in making arrangements for their
celebration on Saturday, the. Both inst, and we
hope in our next to be able to state who viii
be the speakers, and give a Programme Of the
proceedings of the day. Several distinguished
gentlemen, at home and abroad, have been in
vited to address the audiences on the occasion.
and it is hoped, that by our next issue we shall
be able to say definitely whether they will
be present. In the mean time, we extend a
cordial invitation to all Sons of Temperance
to unite with us, and the public generally to
witness and participate in the public exercises
Of the day. We hope to see a very large con-
course of Town and county citizens present.
as well as many strangers. 1t is intended to
procure. if possible, the Capitol Square for the
Speaking, and some pleasant grove for Che
Dinner.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
A GRADUATING SPREE.

One evening, just before Commences
ment," a few choice spirits met at the
room of James Willis, a noble-hearted. tall
ented young man from the State of New
York. George and myself were present.
An unusual depression was visible in the
little circle. Most of its members were
preparing to graduate, and, although we
had bright hopes for the future, and iovous
a~nticipations of the time when we should be
free to carve our way to fame and fortune,
still we had feelings Of sadness at the thought
OF leaving those classic walls with their MANY
cherished associations, and those loved IA
mlllar friends, many of whom we might ney-
er again meet on earth.
But as the wine circulated freely this SEN
satlon wore away ; jest and song succeeded,
while our cares and sorrows were consigned
to temporary oblivion. George was the life
ofthe party that evening. Generous in sem
tlment, brilliant inrepartee, he seemed then
to Guido himself, and as Willis continued to
pass the glass, and urge his friends to drink
still deeper, my brother became more excited.
was mad, worse than mad that | could
not have ~foreseen and averted the dread ca
tastrophe."
Lee paused a moment, and then proceeded.
Hours passed away, and still we fingered
at our bacchanalian revelry, although some
of our number were completely s3,ne6ed
under its influence, yet our wild uproarious
mirth and senseless sallies were unchecked.
until my brother repeated for the diversion
OF the company some confidential communi-
cation made him by Willis.
The excited young man, maddened by
wine and foaming with rage, peremptorily
demanded of my brother a retraction and
an apology. This he not only refused. but
with reckless infatuation continued to make
further disclosures respecting the private aE.
fairs of his friend, until goaded by despera-
ton, Willis snatched up a decanter and be-
fore any one could interfere hurled It at
Georges head.
| have but a vague and indistinct recol-
lection OF what then transpired. A mist
came over mysenses, Tsaw the blood stream
ing from my brothers temple, T heard them
say, he is dead, and then all was a blank
For many weeks, as | afterwards learned
l raved and tossed in wild delirium. and
when reason again returned, and [ was fillvl
able to learn the extent of my calamity. +
prayed that might die. But better tbougbts
succeeded-the prayers, blessings, and ad.
monltions Of my mother came up from the
depths of memory, and / could almost fancy
that her sainted spirit was lowering by nv
pillow, cheering my stricken heart, and bid
ding me 90 forth manfully and fulfil the du-
When myheath was sufficiently restored.
! visited my native village. My p~aternal
home had passed into the hands Of stran-
gers, but the little cburch-yard contained al
that was left to me, of what / had most
loved upon earth. Thither l went. and
there, by the graves of my suicidal father
my br~oken-hearted mother, and marderedl
brother, did l bind myself by solemn vow.
that not one drop of that which had wrought
this fearful ruin should eger again moisten
my lipsl
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

= wall have>mcFe gin if you don't GO
some will murder you"
On gently demonstrating with the wretch
ed inebria.e on her inhumanity and intern
perance, she looked up into nv face. ane
stammered forth from her uuivering anG
biistered lips sentiments too profane for rem
etltion. With some difficulty I dragged he,
TO hsr desolated tenement. Three DAYS af
forwards she died in a state of furious deliri
um' raving for drink-a mass of bloated pu.
troscence.
That wonaaa was tormely a deyoted Sab.
ooth-schoot teacher, and distinguished for
personal and intellectual attractions. Five
years after her marriage with one of tho best
OF men, the domestic hearth was the sacred
sanctuary, the mothers knee the holy altar
where the story of a Saviour love was i'm
pressed upon the opening mind of her first
born child. But, alas the subtle serpent
strong dyink-gained access to their earthly
Eden, and entwined its iniquitous folds a.
round the sweet endearments of social enioy-
ment. The Sabbath soon lost all its sacred
ness, and home all its sweetness, and de-
pravity, crime, misery, suicide, and ignom-
inlous death followed in rapid succession
Christian mothers and daughters of Amey-
'ca, can you, after this melancholy narra-
tive, continue to drink a liquor which can
transform your sex into the very per-
sonitlcations of vice and woe, and cause a
child to blush at its mothers iniquity and
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
CITY AFFAIRS.

We learn from the Standard that our Board Of
City Commissioner have appropriated 500 for
improving the Streets. We are glad to hear it,
and hope those on which re reside will not be over
looked. One is utterly impossible, and the 9TH
er is in a shocking condition. Wells of water
are also greatly needed in the Western Ward
There is but one public well in it, and the inhab-
itants absolutely suffer for good ,Dater to driak,
and in case of fire we have no water facilities for
extinguishing if, at all. Webeg the Commission
ers of this Ward to attend to these matters.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
1.-THE NORTH CAROLINA READER y

Mr.. G. H. Wiley, now in Philadelphia.
has issued a circular setting forth the eharac-
ter of h~isproposed new school book-a book
by the way, which promises to be entertain
ing and instructive to both old and youno..
The circular sets forth that the work will con-
tain
lst. A general description of North Caro-
lima, with reference to scenery, productions.
capabilities, population, and manners, illus
trated with numerous engraving
I'd. A history of the discovery, settlement.
and progress of the State down to the pres
ent time.
Sd. Poetical and oratoical exercises, some
of them by North Carolinians.
4th. Chronological and historical tables. alb
stract of the last census, explanations of pop
ular scientific terms, &c, &c.
The book will also contain rules for cor
rect reading, abridged and digested from the
best authorities, and is intended to be, to the
North Carolinian, an indispensable eompan-
ion. Liberal discounts will be made to whole
sale purchasers, and the retail price will
81. 90.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
-~NnAaW
e Sileeo Division. at II,

~ Sileco Division, at Hendersonville
has passed a Resolution requesting the differ.
emit Divisions in the State, in making theil
next quarterly returns, to state therein the mum.
Der of Ministers of the Gospel, and protesting
Christians belonging to each, and that the ag.
gregate when ascertained, be published in the
Spirit of the Age. They believe that such q
step would place in the possession of the Or.
der, a weapon of defence, with which thew
could more successfully combat the attacks
made upon them by many professed christians
who manifest a high degree of prejudice against
the Order. We think the suggestion a good
one, and hope twill be carried out.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
THr Boy MAKES THE MANA man.

The Boy MAKES THE MANA mans
character is formed early in life. There
may be some exceptions. In some ~instan--
ces, very great changes taken place af-
Ter a person has grown to manhood
But even in such cases, many of the ear
ly habits of thought, feeling and action
still remain. And some times we are
disappointed in the favorable appearan-
ces'of early life. Not unfrequentIy the
promising boy, in youth or early man
hood, u n a rapid race downward in The
path to ruin. All :he promising appear
c failed, because they were NOT
formed upon religious principles and a
change OF heart. But, as a general rule.
show me the boy, and 1 will show YOU
the mGn-Anscdotes for Bozs..
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

~ Correspondent writes us from Chatham
County, that there is aman passing through the
county, protesting to nave a patent for making
an innocent drink, designed especially for Sons
of Temperance. We would caution all mem.
bers of the Order to have nothing to do with
this fellow or his drink. The Sons of Temper.
ance want no other beverage than that "prepar.
ed by God himself-pure, bright, sparkling wa.
ter" and any one who allows himself to be en-
shared BY this wolf in sleeps clothing, may
find, when. it is too late, that they have been
partaking of disguised alcohol We know moth
ing of such a drink here, as this patent " bev-
erage spoken of.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
H FIRE Bell

This capital Temperance work and defence Of
our Order, is now ready for delivery. Every
Division in the State ought to order at least five
or SIX dollars worth. We have supplied several
orders, and SO far as heard from, they give uni.
Versal satisfaction. A brother writing from
Fayetteville says-"Send me 8 copies, for which
the cash is enclosed. If it be such a work as /
know the author capable of preparing, it will be
extensively circulated" Another from CaswelI,
writes :: "send me 4 copies of the Fire Bell, for
which / send 81. know the work richly de-
serves a wide circulation. lam acquainted with
its Author; L have heard him speak upon the
great subject and am therefore prepared to say
in advance, it must be an able production. 1
hope to be able to order so copies soon, for this
section"
We are prepared to supply any orders made
upon us at 20 cents per single copy; Sc for 25
copies, 81 for so, and $50 for 100 copies, pos
tage prepaid by us. We honestly believe, if
every Division would purchase them,-it would
be the means of adding one member to their
number for every copy distributed. SEND on
your orders to us.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
CADETS OFTFMPERANCE.

The Editor ofthe South Carolina Temper
ance Advocate, speaking of the slow pro-
gress ofthis important junior Temperance or
ganization, attributes it to the want Of that
fostering care which it is the duty of the
Sons of Temperance to bestow. These are,
in a peculiar sense, their elder brothers
constituted their special guardians, from
whom they have a right to expect the most
f%raternal regard, sympathy, and protection.
1t is not only the duty of the Worthy Patron,
for the time being, to attend their meetings.
but it is equally the duty of every Son of
Temperance, to give them encouragement
by his personal presence, as he nav have
time and opportunity. We know that il Is
often announcement for many of the Sons to
attend these meetings regularly; their own
meetings require their presence once every
week, and there may be other matters de-
handing their time and attention but this
difficulty may not, and does not exist with
regard to all. Though it is made the du-
ty OF all the Patrons to attend the meetings.
yet, we a~pprehend 1t is rarely the case, that
more than the presiding Patron does SO.
We would here make a suggestion which.
if adopted and carried out by the Divisions
where Sections exist, would operate as 4
great encouragement, and speedily raise
some of them from that languishfng coudi-
ton in which they now live. 1t Is the an
pointment, by the Worthy Patriarch, at ey-
cry meeting of the Division, of some three.
four, or more Of the Sons, to attend the next
weekly meeting ofthe Section in their local
lty. A new appointment should be made
every week-the greater the number the
better. We have no doubt that the brothers
thus appointed would cheerfully attend. and
the good effects upon the Section would soon
be apparent. This arrangement, without at
all rendering their attendance compulsory.
would introduce system and certainty. where
as. now, the responsibility is so divided A.
mong many, as to be felt by We trust
that some of the Divisions, at least, win give
this suggestion a fair trial, and if they do SO.
we confidently predict an increased interest
activity, zeal, energy. and prosperity, in
Section it may be made.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
A RUMSELLER AND VICTIM,

A scene Ct deep gloom has Just been
drawn over us. An aged man about 20
has been carried TO the grave. A few
days before his death a grocer boosted
that he had sold the old man his quart a
dayfor FIVE weeks. The day before he
died, his daughter ventured a remon-
STRANGE with the grocer, whose earnest
suit the rumseller repealed with the dec
laration, IF your father is such a beast.
let him drink till he dies. I'll sell as
long as he has a penny to pay for it."
II this was the only scene of cruelty TO
which have been called, if it was the
first time that flial love had been mock.
ed by a rumseller, i'll had not seen con-
jngal happiness wrecked, and the bread
taken from the mouths Of dependent
children, it might pass in silence but in
every place where | have helped 10 bury
fathers and husbands, and sons, tortured.
enslaved and slain by this unrebuked De.
mon Of Rum. no imploring voice has
ever been lifted up for consolation out
of the house Of bondage, Of more touch
ing, thrilling, unearthly tenderness than
has come TO me from wives, daughters
and sons, against the untold evils OF in
temperance. The last supplicstion of
the frantic daughter of my neighbor was,
DO interfere and break up that rum
shop ; | ask it for Others" when she
paused at the painful thought that she
had no longer a father 10 be murdered by
the enemy. Y. Observer.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

SOUTHERN MARUFAcTURING.-Mr. James
the newly elected Senator from Rhode Is
land, who has set in motion as large num-
Der of spindles as any other man, saws tha'
South has many advantages for manufactu-
ring her own cotton that the North does not
possess, and that by using her natural ad-
yantages she could monopolize the whole bu-
slness. She has the cotton on the spot. the
product Of her own fields, and that cotton
costs the Southern manufacturer less mar
pound, by about two cents, than it costs the
manufacturer at the North. This saving A.
lone, from the cost Of tfA manufactured "a
brio at the Northern mil, will amount 10 a
least six per cent. per annum on the can;taI
OF the mill, and which, added to the profits
OF Northern manufacturers, must be much
greater than the profits Of the cotton field,
He adds:
Ii she will accelerate her pace, and keen,
sway with the North, and achieve and main
tain the relative power and influence sbe
truly deserves, she must do as the North
does. She must cease to purchase from -
broad every manufactured article she wants.
from a steam-engine to a penny whistle, and
make them for herself and, if need be for
others. There is no branch of business. es-
Peciaily at this moment, that is more worthy
OF her attention than the manufacture of cot
ton ; there is none in which she can so read
NY engage. none more profitable. There is
no one. to her, one half as important mo one
that would so rapidly increase her wealth
and population, enhance her polical power
and influence. and enable her to cease To
be tributary to the North. No doubt. such
suggestions have frequently found a place in
your mind. In my view, they are the most
powerful ones that can be offered. And If
these. and the train of argument to be de-
duced from them, prove insufficient to ac-
complish the object you have in view, il
mightas well be given up in despair.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

~ We have OF hand a number Of invita-
irons to be present al approaching Celebrations
IN different parts of the State, which we cannot
attend. Nothing would afford us more pleas
ure than to visit among our Brethren of the diff
ferent Divisions, but our duties as Grand Scribe
and Editor, deprive us almost entirely of the
qualification of our wishes in this respect. We
are necessarily eompeIledt to be constantly at our
post.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

~ D. G. w. P. B. F. Posey, informs us
of the formation of Davidson's River Division
lo8, Numbered back to fill up a gap) in
Henderson County, on the 26th of July, with
the following officers: E. King, w. p; B.
e. Landlord, W. A; A. D. B. Allison, r.
s.; G. C. Neil, F. s; p. C. Orr, F.; F. S.
Cunningham, c.; Isaac Erwin A. c.; E. Ship
man, l. s.; J. Shuford, o. s.. Danl. King,
P. w. P. The Division begins with 10 men,
bers.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

~ We have received through the mail,
from the Editor, a copy Of a work just from
the press. entitled Lights of Temperance, >
by Rev. James Young, of Kentucky. Some
of the ablest writers of the South are contrib
utors to the work, among whom are Judge
Longstreet, author of the Georgia Scenes;
Rev. DR.. Summers, of Charleston, S. c.; Rev.
Oh. Parsons, of Kentucky Rev. DR.. Leroy
Mice, Of Va, Judge Dilahunty, of Tenn, &c.
We do not remember ever to have seen a lar
ger amount of substantial, sound reasoning
upon the alLimportant questions of Temper
anee and l~ntemperance, than is to be found in
the $40 pages which Bro. Young has ushered
forth in such neat trim. to gladden. the hearts
of all true friends of humanity. Price ST.
address Rev. James Young, Louisville, XIV.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
RALEIGH, q. @.
FRIDAY, AUGUST Is, 1851.

81 Subscribers whose papers are marked
with red ink or red pencil, are thereby infor-
med OF the expiration of their subscription year.
We shall continue to send the paper to ali our
present subscribers, unless a d~iscontinuance is
ordered. Those not desiring it another year
wi! return the paper; and those retaining it
will please forward the subscription money i'm
mediatelY.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

70 The members of Leasburg Division pur-
pose making a public demonstration on Satur-
day, the Soth inst. Some distinguished Speakers
have been invited for the occasion. We are
glad to learn that the Order is in a prosperous
condition at this place, and accessions being
weekly received to the Division.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

- The Greensboro Patriot in speaking
of the prospect of short crops in that region
from the long drought, adds:
The quantity of corn that will be distilled
into whiskey this winter would make bread for
many a poor family-after ALL" Of course
the Still must be fed if thousands of our citi-
zens perish for want of the staff of life.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

49, h,

~ The members of Forestville Division in
tend celebrating their anniversary on Monday
next. by having a public turnout and speaking
IN the day, and a Social Party at night. All
members of the Order are invited to attend: and
the ladies both of the City and County, particu-
larly sO--epeciattythe Daughters of Temperance.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15

1t becomes one or all of these prerequisites
to form the groundwork of opposition to tn,
Sons of Temperance, except it be in the cases 0
the maker and vender-with them interest, sor
did gain, even if it be purchased with the prie,
of blood, is the ruling principle principl
readily understood and appreciated with scOrr
and contempt. But with those who are infuen
eed by either of the above noble trio, we have
a word or two to say.
If your opposition arises from simple IGNo
RANCE of the principles of our Order, you are
inexcusable, from the fact that there are thou.
sands of publications through which YOU can be
truly enlightened as to our principles, objects
and designs. Read these with an honest desire
to be informed; and then if ye be not convin.
ced, come out with your objections candidly,
and intelligibly, in order that these objections
may be sought to be removed by the friends
of the Order; but do not suffer yourselves
to be led by others into opposition to that Of
which you know nothing.
PKEJUDTcE-If this be your governing feeling,
be honest enough, at least, to examine the evi-
dences that are daily Transporting around you, to
see II this feeling be not i~ll7grounded. Read
some Of the many expositions and essays that
are written for your especial benefit, and then
ii your prejudiees be not removed, you will not
stand in the ridiculous attitude of condemning
that Of which you are totally ignorant. But
should you be convinced, let the promptings of
a disabused and enlightened judgment, lead
you to a recantatiOA of your il-founded opposi-
ton. This is the only true course a ~high-minded
can pursue.
But BIGorRY-oh what a hydra-headed mon
ster it is. The Poet has said-"He that will not
reason, is a bigot." Now if you are willing to
be placed in this category, itsis worse than folly
to waste words with you but il, on the contra
ry, you are willing to "give . reason" as st.
Paul has if, for the opinions you entertain, then
We would ask you, can it be possible that, as a
christian, You are opposed to the Sons of Tenn
Perancea All their principles are founded on
the BibleTtTe Temperance, Benevolenee, Brother
ly Love-" They labor to advance morality, vir-
tue and religion in the world. They discard all
narrow, sectarian creeds, and seek to embrace
az IN a common brotherhood, to do battle a.
gainst the great enemy of God and man-In-
temperance Are you opposed to such an afilia-
tion-one that attributes to HIN who has said
No drunkard can inherit eternal life the
success with which the Order has been
If not, we ask you to tread, mark and
inwardly digest )" and if you become satisfied
good can conn out of Nazareth" come
and unite with us and help roll this stumbling
block to the Church, out of the way.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1849-1865, 1851-08-15
MORE NEW nIv1sInNs

Since our last issue, the Grand Scribe has is
sued Charters for 8 new Divisions, to he loea-
ted in Wake County, at Shady Grove, Holly
Springs and New Light; one at Parker's in Gates
County, and l in Person County.