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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30
l1)it an0 Gu,pror.
MY OLD BROWN COAT AND ME.
By F. BENZ. GAGE,

BYF. BENZ. GAGE.
The moon is up, the stars are out
The birds are singing FREQ;
Then listen while l sing about
My old brown coat and me.
My father was an honest man,
Though very poor was hs;-
He lived in yonder little cot
That stands beside the lea.
toiled upon my fathers farm,
It'll l was twenty-onc,
Then took a little farm myself,
And manhood's life begun.
Iwore coat of homcspun brown,
II was not fair to see,
And all the maidcns in the town,
Laughed at my coat and me.
I fell in love with Mary Braid,
Whose father kept the store,
And never was maiden loved
More tcnderly before.
Blu: Mary, she was very proud,
And naughty as she could be,
She told me she would never wed
My old brown coat and me.
did not stop to plead my case,
For pleading had been vain;
said farewell to Mary Braid,
Nor saw her face again.
Pm forty summers old to-day,
And riches fill my store;
My children on the swarl ut play,
My wife sings at the door.
I've lands enough, and money too,
And honors are in fee,
And every maiden i'll the town
Respects my coat and me.
For 1 have grain upon my lands,
My house is proud and high,
And there are none in.alLthe town"
Can wear such cloth as /.
But Mary Braid that so dcspiscd
Az olJ hr.,,y, o,ot and mo
Was married to the lawyers son,
Ills name was Jason Lee.
he wore suit Of shiny black,
And talked so proud and great,
That Mary fancied he would mako
4 rich and noble mate.
But now, alas her husband roams
y pirate on the sea,
And Mary wishes she had wed
My old brown coat and me.
Then listen, maidens, to my song,
For tits Of countless price,
Reflect upon the truths sing,
And treasure this advice:
Remember that an old brown coat,
Though mol 80 very grand,
May cover up rs great heart
AS any in the land.
And when you're called upon to choo.
From "beaux" that bend the knee,
Just think upon her fate who scorned
My old brown coat and me.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30
OF THE PRzss..

From Tie ~ 7. C0Hr1eF, aug 10. I...asz'.
Dr. RoGERs' SYRUP OF LrpERwoRr AND Tar.
We have heard of several important cures recently
effected by this excellent medicinal preparations and
in one instance that came under observation we
can speak confidently. One of our employees who
hadsufered severely from long standing cold du.
ring the past week commenced the use Of ttislnedi.
cine and his Cold hos entirely disappeared. ;s. Nj
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30
Land for Sale.

yENHE Subscriber offers for lethc lands belong
Il ing to the Estate of Joseph, Moore, deceased.
Ono Tract containing about Iseventy-seven acres,
adjoining lands of james Rainsford, S. Christie.
and others.
Ono other Tract containing ivc anda half acres,
adjoining lands Of DIR. Z. j. Mims,s Mrs. .. I.
Moore aud others. ~
Tho above Lands lies near the Village and a
portion OF i, is well timbcrcd and can be purchased
at private sale Oh liberal terms. =
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From the N. Y. Mirror, Sept. 8.

IrvEnwoRT AND TAn.-Of the virtues Of Dr.: Roc.
crs' Cough Medicines prepared fromthe above arti-
ces it s needless speak; its efficacy in speedi-
ly curing Coughs, Colds and other lung complaints,
which too Frequently, if neglected, result III Con.
sumption, is well established in public confidence
tn need eulory now. l--E 7ieit,, : ~
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N @ TIC E!
Messrs, Bushnell & Witt,

T7AKE this method Of informing their friends
i and the public that their Machine Shop is now
in complete operation.
They are prepared for building
Pannel Doors and Windows, Sash,
Blinds, Door Frames,
MANrEL-PIECES,
and all other articles lin the Joner's Business.
Also
Bedsteads, Tables, Wash.Stands, &c,
kept constantly on hand for sale.
CABINET WORK,
made or repaired to order.
Sash will be furnished filled with glassand prinicd
Those wishing work in our line, will please call
and examine our Stock and prices before buying
elsewhere, and learn that MS good work can be done
at Edgclicld Court House, as can be found.
Feb ) If
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30

THE man who ate his dinner with the
fork Of a river, has been attempting to spin
4 mountain top. -
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30

Another tract of Land about 12 miles East Of the
above, containing Five hundred (5U0) acres. On
this tract there are about 50 acres cleared within
the last Is months-the balance is in woods, and
all good Cotton and Grain.Land. There are some.
negro houses and stables OH this tract.
G. A. ADDISON.
8 hnr;I If IL
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30

A MARRIED lady, who was in the habit Of
spending most Of her time in the society Of
her neighbors, happened one day to be
taken suddenly i'll, and sent her husband in
great haste for physician. The husband
ran a short distance, but soon returned, ex.
claiming, "My dear, where shall | find you
when come back,a's,
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A SLIGHT M1srAKE.-One day an honest
Hiberan stroled into. one of our churches
no matter WHEREOF communion Sunday;
and at the invitation usually given for all " in
regular standing" &c. be being somewhat
verdant in matters Of this kind, thought ne
would stay too. Accordingly he remained
in his obscure pew, and waited to see how
the waters move. He:took a generous sup
of the latter and some Of the former, and
the good man passed along. Going back to
the desk, a request was made if any had
been omitted in the distribution that they
would rise. What was'tbe deacon's aston.
ishment to see the occupant of the stranger
pew rise, and with "a peculiar beck OF the
finger motion him that way. Obeying the
sign, he walked towards the beckoner, who
rose as he approached, and shading his
mouth with his hand as he leaned half over
into the aisle, said in subdued tone;
Heveyou any chazea'1
The horror stricken, functuary tottered
back without answering, the stranger was
left to his own refections'upon the deficien.
cy Of the entertainment
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Land for Sale !!

TNHE Subscriber offers for sale his PLdNTA-
Il TION on Turkey Creek about 81 miles North
of Edgefcd Court House.
The Tract contains Nine hundred and fifty (95O)
acres, between 800 and 400 acres Of which arc
in woods, and about 60 acres of low grounds
On the premises is large dwelling House.
Also, new and comfortable out Houses, good Gin
House and Stables, Sc.
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SEST1MEsr..-" Behold, my Flora, how
glorious Nature looks in her bloom! The
trees are filled with blossoms, the wood is
dressed in its green livery, and the plain is
carpeted with grass and Haowers:'
"Yes, Charles, | was thinking ofithe
same thing. Theseiao@ers are dandelions,
and when they are gathered and put into a
pot, with piece ofAgood fat pork, they
make the best greens In the world"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1852-06-30
From the N. Y. Despatch, Aug 23.

VIZ have heretofore taken occasion to give our tes.
iimony in favor of the curative properties of Dn
Rogers Compound Syrup Of Liveryort and Tai, and
would here repeat 'tbe advice already given Sr nif
persons who are afflicted with Consum ptioa, or any
Of the premonitory symptoms, to make atfialof Dr..
Rogers preparation. = = 80 =
e.y The Genuine is signed ANDREW RoGsRs, ON
the steel plate engraved wrapper around each boitie
and is sold wholesale and reiait hysy ssrssss
SCOYIL &sMEAD,
H3 Chartres street, New Orleans.
Sole General Agents for the Southern States TO whom
all orders must be addressed. $3.50 =. Y
! GsY Sold, also by G. L. PENN, EdgeiielJiC C. II /.
e. JAMES, Newberry; A. J. .CREIGHTOMsfi Ham.
burg So. ca. - 81 1Tg5S' = (.
April It So assafi
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A Cry Miss newly installed as the wife
of farmer, was one day: called.upon by a
ncighbor of the same profession, who, in the
absence of her husband, asked her for the
loan Of his plough a short time. 81 am
sure you would be accommodated" was the
reply, eff Mr. Stone was only at home-l
do not know thoughiwhere he keeps his
plough, but" she addedSeudently jealous to
serve, "there is the cartiitthe yard-couldn't
you plough with that;till Mr.. Stone gets
back z"
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G A NJ DIDATE ES
Fer Tax Collector.

6Or Sd6 SoiAeCtoTs
Derrick .HoLsoNBAKE,
f. w. BURT. ~ s, ..s,...f,c. .--
HENRY ii. HILL.
BARNEY NJ. LAMAR,
JOHN QUATTLEBUM,
HIRAM JOURDAN, s.......
WILLIAM L. PARKS,
TIIEOPHILUS DEAN,
l.. A. BROOKS, ~. .fifZ
WELCOME MARTIN,
For Sheriff:
FELIX E. BoDIE,
JULIUS DAY,
JAMES EDISON. =
Il. S. KEY, * -
For Ordinary.
VIRGIL NJ. WHITE,
w. +. DURISOE,
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Extra Fine Eialu,1,.OlIr.ls;; 81 l;

EAeTsa Ealac LIZ tHOES.ss
% DoZ. John Gibson, Son q toseia Nessae
40 Bbls his Old Eagle and supsr,or arsnon.-,
gahalah, = ~ az .ss.ss.sss .ssssssae
Superior Port Wine, Madasia, Cherry Tenes,g
jamaica c a Rum, Holland ' Gins inscordia,s Iemoa
Syrup, Cherry Brandy and oil skuasto iaauora.
usually kcptiu Family Grocery Stores, anf@ill BIZ
Warranted genuine ,anlof fadircctimporsmiens 2
ie5s ,-s,fz s. N l6aNlsRS,s
Hamburg, April2l s.. Ia
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lamp and Train Oil.

TNOR SALE the Shoc and Leather Store of
~ n. T.lNms,ia frst;rates article ofiLAMP OLE
atreduecd gpriees.s Also, RAIN. md N.RfTS
March1S .s,.s %
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LIVER C0MPLAINT;
.,JAUNDlcE, DYsPEpsA, CHRONIC OR
MEpNnI1c DEDII INV rIcE SES OF -


.JAUNDlcE, DYSPEPSIA, CHRONIC OR
NERVOUS DEBILITY, DISEASES OF
THE KIDNEYS, AND III,
DISEASES ARISING FROM |,
a Disordcred Liner or Stomach, such az Con-ssg
sttpation, {n,card Piles; ullness or Blood to'''s
The Head, Acidity Of tie StOtndeh,, Naassa, g
HEARTBURN, Disgust for Food, Fnllness9 or
Weight in the Sto,naeh, Sour etdtions's$
Sinking or Fluttering at The pit Of Tie Stomaeh,
Swimming at the Head; Hurried and dieuitSs
BreatAing, Futtering at Tie Heart, Choking or
Snfocating sensations % len in a. iying posfare;
Dimness cfsPision, sDots.or Webssbefo thxsg
Sight, Ferer and dull pain in The Head, Def
cheney or Precipitation, Yello1onesscf Ihs Ska y
and Eyes, Pain in the. Side Back Chest,
Limbs, &c, Burning in the Fleshis sSaIdeHs
Flushes Of Heat, Constant. Imag ining Of Erily1
and Great Depression.ofs Spirits, ean be effect
ually cured by q ssf - III Is lre,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24

pleased TO learn that such a bill has already
passed one, if not both houses of Congress.
If it needs amendment, so as TO extend. still
further its benefits 10 the poor, | will vote
for and urge it, with whatever ability | may
possess.
Fcllow-Citizcns: To meet at once, and
that publicly on the record the charge ol
having been once Democrat, | will State
20 You that was born and raised among
Democrats, was dependent upon democrats
for living when l entered upon life's busy
scenes, with no capital but energy; | lived
in democratic State, in Democratic coun-
ty (Ray,) all my connexions and nearly all
my friends and acquaintances were demo
Gratis. But in the summer of 1914, having
investigated for myself the differences be-
tween the two parties, became convinced
in my own mind, that the principles of the
whig party were in conformity to the nature
Of our institutions; and best adapted to pro-
mote and preserve the great interests OF the
country, agriculture, commerce. navigation
and manufactures: and | have been a con-
siSteut whig ever since, and | am gra,ifcd
TO believe that but very few, if any of nv
countryinen doubt the sincerity Of nv
conduct in the matter referred to. | am sure
the wings never did. When one abondons
the minority and joins the majority, there
may then be some grounds to suspect the
sincerity OF his motives: but TO Withdraw
from a triumphant majority. TO link ones
dcStinics with a defeated, but yet struggling
minority, affords surely, no reasonable
grounds 10 call in question the sincerity Of
!
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
W inston and Price.

The St. Louis Evening .News prciaccs the
spondcnce between Mr.. Bingham and
Mr.. Winston, Oh the jackson resolutions,
with the following remarks
1t will be remembered that when the cele-
bratcd jackson resolutions were introduced
into the Legislature OF Missouri, they were
referred 10 the Committee on Federal Rela-
tionS, the majority Of which happened to be
Wings. Two reports We're made one by
the Wings, i'll which nniiticat,on, in all its
shapes, forms, and guiSeS, was repudiatcd,
and the Union vindicatcd and upheld. a
minority report was made pledging the State
of Missouri to ,.co-opcraie'' with the South
ern States IN any aud all measures that they
might devise to resist the laws of the FEEDER
al Union, in case they were based on a GER
tain principle which had long been rccog-
nlzed by every department OF the Govern
ment and by almost every statesman of the
country as constitutional.
The majority report was suppressed BY
the Legislature. 1t was refused even /
printing and a place on the journals, and
the multiplying, Jackson resolutions, (minori,
ty report were passed over the heads o.
Of the Wings Offering combinded opposition
to it. The Wing party of Missouri have
never varied from this patriotic position ot
their representatives in the Legislature
They oppose the principles and pledges o.
The Jackson resolutions, and in doing so
stand on the national platform OF the Whig
party, in company with Clay, Fillmore
Webster, Crittenden, and all our national
statesman. In this position they have been
sustained by Col. Benton, and every friend
of his in Missouri. The Wings have not
made the constitutional question of the pow
er of Congress to legislate on the subject OF
slavery i'll territories a test in their ranks;
but they have ever opposed the Jackson
resolutions as Inilammatory, unsound and
dangerous, pledging the State to a blind adj
herence to southern nulliiicationif if attempted
in any form, no matter how fatal it might
prove to the peace and perpetuity the
Union.
What will Gen. Sterling Price now do?
VIII he stand on the platform of james
Winston, or will he endorse the mlliiying
Jackson resolutions? lie must come out as
frankly as James Winston. Call him out 90
call him out-Bcnton men, Union Democrats
whatever name you 60 by-let us have &
fair fight or publicly expressed opinions il
this canvass,
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
w. B. NAPTON.
STATEMENT OF COL. JACKSON.

Ll6erty, JitIte =, 1907.
Being here in obedience TO the law, as q
witness in the case of Birch rs. Benton,
state in writing, at the request of Judge
Birch, what would hage said in Court, had
any questions been asked, and permitted by
the Court TO be answered. touching the reso-
lutions passed by the Legislature in '48-'9,
relating to slavery-that not a word ever
passed between Judge Birch and myself on
that subject, prior to their introduction into
the Senate by me, and that to my own per-
sonal knowledge, he never saw them until
after they were printed by order of the Sen
ate: that he was never present, on any occa-
sion whatever, where had any consulta-
ton with any friend or friends relating to
said resolutions-and that he is consequent
ly not responsible for any thing connected
with them. C. +. JACKSON.
If blood can tinge the brandy-burnt face
of Col. Benton, he must blush when he per-
ceives so complete an exposition of the ba-
sest falseheods ever propagated. His SLAM
ders, however, are becoming less and less
injurious, and soon he must be generally
known as a common backguard, selecting
language for the occasion, without regard
IN. truth. W.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
Preserving Clover Seed.

The unusual productivcnesS of seed in the
clover crop Of last season, induces me to
seize this auspicious moment to offer to ag-
riculturists the following remarks referring
to the supposed detcriorating influence Of
age on clover seed.
There is general opinion that seed is not
fit TO sow which has been kept over one
year, or that its vegetable principle is less
active. Acting on this opinion, farmer
will sell lis surplus seed at four or five dol
lars q bushel, and be constrained, perhaps,
the following year, to supply his farm at the
rate Of eight dollars. and sometimes ten dol
lars. This often happens, as for the last
twenty years, III our country, we have not
had two consecutive seasons favorable to
clover seed. This error, therefore, so in
furious to the farmers interest should be at
once corrected.
The seed Of the second year may be slow
cr in sproutlng than the first, | admit this
may be accounted for in the increased hard
ness OF the hull, difficulty easily overcome
by soaking the seed twenty-tour hours pre-
vlous 10 sowing, in solution of salt water
at the temperature of l2O degrees Fahren-
heit. Then dry it with lime, plaster of Par
is, or ashes, and with good season and soil
it must grow and flourish, and no mistake.
Let the farmer then, while seed is plenty,
attend carefully TO its preservation. When
brought from the mill, iii perfectly dry,)
put it away in one or two bushel sacks,
suspend them from the joists of his grsnary,
where the temperature is equal, and l will
guarantee IFS fertility for ten years or more.
No agricultural paper TO my knowledge,
has ever given hint on this subject, and
should you deem these remarks of any val
ne you may give them resting place in
your valuable Journal - Cultivator.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24

T5@Mr. JAcoB NIcToR, who resides two
and half miles from this place, had his
corn crib and stable destroyed by fire Oh
last Monday night-which was evidently
the work oI an incendiary. After the build
ings were fired, Mr.. Victor's dwelling
house was entered and two trunks broken
open, from one which pocket book con-
tanning thirty dollars in gold, was stolen
Mr.. V. estimates his loss at about $500,
which is a very heavy loss to him Wrs-
ton Reporter.
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JUDGE TAPToN's STATEMENT.
iIo,fu BJno = 1870


At the request Of Judge Birch, | will
state i'll writing, what would have stated
as witness in the suit of Birch V. Benton,
had the trial progressed, and questions been
asked and suffered by the Court to be an
swered touching such matters-that never
had any conversation or consultation with
Judge Birch, on any subject. political or
otherwise, during the session of the Legis-
lature of '4S and g, or at any period pre-
vious to Benton's appeal; nor was Judge
Birch ever present at any meeting where |
was, having any reference TO politics. The
fact is, that up to the spring term of the Su-
preme Court in st. Louis, when Judge B..
first took his seat on the Bench, he and my
self had not been on speaking terms for up
wards o. fifteen years.
w. B. NAPTON.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
North Missouri Railroad.

The House Committee Of Congress, on
the lst inst, reported adversely on 'the
various petitions for a grant of lands to aid
in the construction of this road projected
to commence at ST. Charles, and ruin north
ward TO the Missouri line, running about
midway between the Mississippi and Mis-
souri, rivers"
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24

huthOrlzed agents,
V. B. PALMER, the American Newspaper
Agent, is the only authorized Agent For this paper
in Boston, New York and Philadelphia cities.
Fayette-ANDREw J. HERNDoN.
Huntsville-G. II. BURcKHART
Observation-Disclosures G. SHARP.
Linneus-CARLos BoARpMAN.
Cambridge-IoHN II. GROVE.
Chillcothe-W. c. SAMUEL.
Milan-STEPHENs, HINES & Co.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
q. III. nURCKHARTT,

ATTORNEY AT LAW, HUNTSVILLE, NJ
WILL practice law in the counties of Randolph
w Charlton, Howard, Boone, Monroe, Adair
and Schuyler. All business entrusted TO himwill
receive his prompt attention.
Office in the second story above McCampbell &
Coates store. Oct 2i-34.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
JOHN WILSON.
PRINCE l.. HUDGINS.

At jackson, in Cape Girardcau county,
Col. Benton circumstantially charged Judge
Birch with conspiracy in connection with the
Legislative resolutions he refused to obey,
and summoned Judge Napton and Col. c. F.
Jackson to prove it. He evidently had no
expectation they would attend, but being
present to dIsprove his statement, he re-
sorted to the mean subterluge exposed in
the above statement, to prevent a trial at
the late term. In justice to Judge Birch
they furnished the following statement:
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
THE TIM ES.
BY CLARK H. GREEN

PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING.
Office on Water Street, Up Stairs, neEt door TO tho
Glasgow House.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
MEDICAL CARD.

~ themselves together, in the practice of Medi-
a.iuc, and will give prompt attention TO all calls.
No extra charge FOR consultation, where either of
Hhcm are employed.
Cambridgc Jan %, 1862
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
GLASGOW HOUSE,
OPPOSITE STEAM BOAT LANDIN

VTFUoIII oILANI bUHI LHN HlNN'
Voter street, GlGsgow, Mo.
UNHIs large and commodious house is open for
the reception Of travellers and resident board
ers. Having procured competent assistant, tie
rrorrletor feels confident that entire satisfaction
viii be given TO all.
Good stables conveniently situated attended by
careful hostlers Stage office for the East, West,
and North also kept here.
M" Bar supplied with choice Liquors, Wine,
and Cigar
Mv6.1s,r EMILY \ CHILEG.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
THOS. SIEACKELFORD,

ATTORNEY AT LAW, GLASGOW, MO,
WILL practice in the Courts of Howard, Sa-
w line, Cooper, Randolph and Charlton coun-
ties C1T51 Office on first street.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24

So In Advance~-S3 At the End OF the Year
81 In Advance TO Clubs of 10.
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JOHN &. CRAvyLEY.
;, pREWIT'T-
JNo. ". HENRY.
PREVyITT f. HENRY,

ATTORNEYS AT LAW, FAYETTE, MO,
WILL attend to all business entrusted to them
w in Howard, and the counties adjoining
Particular attention paid 10 collecting.
GO" Office in Crigler's Frame building two
doors above the Receivers Office.
NnYnmher. ID. lSln-Y.
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Rates Of Advertising,
81 per square OF II lines or less, for the First In.
sertion, and Fifty Cents for subsequent ones.
Liberal deductions to Yearly Advertisers.
Glasgow weekly times. (Glasgow, Mo.) 1848-1861, 1852-06-24
Birch VS.. Benton.

Mn. GREES:-Col. Benton having sent off,
by telegraph, grossly false statement of
the cause which produced continuance in
the above case, hope you will publish the
truth, in the following statement.
LIBERTY, Mo-, June 8, 1852.
To prevent any misunderstanding, and TO
correct any Misrepresentation which may
grow out of the continuance which it be-
came necessary to apply for in the case of
Birch VS. Benton, the Attorneys for the
plaintiff deem it proper TO state, that until
the Court decided that the return which was
made by the Sheriff of st. Louis County
(upon the plaintiffs notice to the defendant
to take certain depositions, } was insufficient
and that therefore the said deposiions
must be suppressed, and their contents ex-
cluded from the fund-both our client and
ourselves had hoped for and desired trial
of the cause. AS the exclusion of these de-
positions, however, left the plaintiff no other
resource, in order to obtain fair trial, er-
cept to apply for continuance, il was ap-
piled for and granted accordingly; but not
until after the court had informed the de-
fendant and his conscl, that if they would
watw their technical objection alluded to,
and permit the depositions TO be read, the
ntinunncp Irould he retIS p1