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The Camden weekly journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1853-1861, 1853-03-22
March Is
Notice.

Notice.
ALL persons having claims against the Estate Of
john Baskin deceased, are required to hand them in.
This notice will be plead in bar of all claims not pre-
sented previous to the lst Monday in January next
when final settlement Of the estate will be made.
Feb S-4m SAMUEL BASKIN, Admir-.
The Camden weekly journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1853-1861, 1853-03-22

In Pawtucket, (R. ~ at funeral last week,
it was found extremely difficult to remove the
coffin from the house Second story) to the hesrse
by reason of the narrow entries and winding stair.
way. BY passing through a room occupied by
another family all difficulties would have been
obviated. Request was accordingly made, and
will it be believed that IN Pawtucket, in the year
of our Lord eighteen hundred and tifty-three, it
was utterly refused! 1t was thought to be bad
omen to have the corpse pass through the room
and it would be followed by death in the fam
lily and foolish superstitution was allowed tc
banish humanity from the heart.
The Camden weekly journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1853-1861, 1853-03-22


MEMPHIS COMMERCIAL CoHvENrIoN.--ln the
Jackson Miss, Flag of the Union, of the 18th
inst, we perceive long list Of Delegates to
the Memphis Commercial Convention, appoint
ed by Gov. Foote, in conformity with the re
quest of the Memphis Committee of Cores
pondence.
This Convention will assemble on the first
Monday in June next. Delegations, composed
of the best men in the South, will be present.
The questions to be discussed are of the first
interest, and grandest Importance, and ought
to attract the undivided attention of every well
wisher of Southern improvement, of every ad-
vocate of Southern commercial independence.
Railroads, direct trade with Europe from South
ern ports; manufacturers, communication
with the Pacific by means Of steam or caloric
locomotive, will be thoroughly and ably dis
cussed-N. 0. Bulletin.
The Camden weekly journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1853-1861, 1853-03-22

Irish Potatoes.
Ok Bbls first rate Planting Potatoes For sale by
I'd W. G. MOORE,
The Camden weekly journal. [volume] (Camden, South-Carolina) 1853-1861, 1853-03-22

Bradleyvillc P. O., Sumter District. St.
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SIlEIIrF's OFFICE, March 0.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
Fifty Dollars Forfeit.

DR. HUNTER viii forfeit $50 if failing to cure
IL any case of secret disease that may come IN
der his care no matter how long standing or af-
hicting.s Either sex invited 10 his private
rooms, 50 North Seventh Street, Philad'a., with
out fear of interruption from other patients
Strangers and others who have been unfortunate
in the selection of physician, invited to call
1MPoTENcY.-Through unrestrained indulgence
are numerous. Premature ilnpotency, involun-
tary seminal discharges. wasting of the organs,
loss of memory, distaste for female society ge-
neral debility, or constitutional arrangement are
sure TO follow. If necessary, consult the doctor
with confidence; he offers perfect cure.
READ AND REELECT.-The afflicted would do
well to reflect before trusting their health and
happiness and in many cases their lives, in the
hands of physicians ignorant of this class of ma
ladies' 1t is Gel tainly impossible for one man to
understand all the ills the human family are sub
iect to- Every respectable physician has his pc
culiar branch, in which he is more successful
than his brother professors. and to that he de-
votes most of his time and study.
YEARS OF Practice, exclusively devoted to the
study and tire atment of diseases of the sexual Or
CANS, together with ulcers upon the body, throat,
nose or legs, pains in the head, or bones, mercu-
rial rheunatisn structures, gravel, Irregularities
diseases arising from youthful excuses, or impu-
rites of the blood, whereby the constitution has
become enfeebled. enables the Doctor to offer
speedy relief to all who may place themselves IN
der his care.
Medicine forwarded to any part of tho United
IS and $40 per package. se29 ly
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
YEEELER,S WOTEL.

TNHE large three story brick building, on Main
\ street, u few doors east of the courthouse
Fairmont Marion county, Va.
This new and commodious house has been
leased by the undersigned, and is now ready for
the accommodation of The travelling public. 1t is
situated in the business part of the town, at the
corner of Adams and Jefferson streets, and about
fifty yards from the court-house lot. There is u
lafge number of chambers, all with fre-piaceS, of
convenient size, and arranged in the most COM
ted up with the very best furniture, &C., in a
style not to be surpassed by any hotel in Wes-
tern Virginia. The beds and Mattresses new
and of the best quality, and every convenience
required III the chambers well the parlors,
Sc, has been provided with eye TO the COM
fort and happiness of those who may visit the
house.
TIE TABLE shall always be supplied with every
substantial, well luxury which this, fertile
and productive country, and even the markets at
a distance, if necessary, can furnish, served up
in the very best manner, while
THE BAR will afford to those who use them
without abusing the Most Choice Liquors, such
dark and pale Brandy, Cherry Brandy, Old
Peach and Monongahea, besides Wines of vari-
Gus descriptions and of good quality. Attached
to the establishment is u fine,
LARGE STABLE, we'll stocked with the bost prov
ender andattended by careful and faithful hostler.
Persons visiting this active and thriving town on
business pleasure. will find at
MILLER's HOTEL, quarters the most comforta-
Bile, and on terms the most reasonable.
MILLER & BELEW.
Feb. 81. le5o.-ly
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
The Grea test Historical and
AIiegOrical Print OF the
Are

I'm commemoration Of that most important
i event in the American Revolution, the British
surrendering their arms to Gen. Washington at
ter their defeat NJ Yorktown, Va, October, 1881.
The Engraving is executed by Tanner, Val
lance, kearney, 81 Co., from an original drawing
by j, f. Renuult, and published by Benjamin
Tanner, Eugravcr, Philadelphia. The size ofthe
print is 25 by 81 inches. and was originally pub
fished to subscribers at s12 in the sheet.
Explanation.
THE H1sToRY.-In the first and grand plan are
exhibited three large groups of the principal Of
fcers, who were present at the transaction, with
q faithful likeness of each.
In the first group is seen Gen. Washington,
Gen. Rochambeau, Gen. Lincoln, Col. Hamilton,
an old farmer eagre to contemplate the scene,
Billy the servant, and the horse of Gen. Wash
ington.
In the second group are American and French
officers; Gen. Knox, Secretary Wilson. the Duke
dc Luazlia. and the Marquis dc La Fayette.
The third group is descriptive of the British
surrendcring their arms. Lord CORVALLIS. Gen.
O'Ilara, Commodore Simmons, Colonel Tarlton,
with two fingers cut OF, Lieutenant Col. Ralph
Abcrcrumbie Lieutenant Col. Dundas, Lord
ting his sword to the first General Officer he
meets, but Gen. Washington is pointed out to
him the only person to whom he is to surren-
der his sword.
On the heights in the distance are the different
armies and crowds of spectators. The house of
Secretary Wilson. occupied by Lord Corn wallis
and his staff which was bombarded and pierced
with balls the Marquis La Fayette having re
marked that they were carrying dishes tor the
dinner of Lord CORVALLIS, asked leave of Gen.
Washington to serve him dish of his own COOK
ing. and Immediately after several bombShells
fell through the roof on the table, and wounded
some. and dispersed the party.
THE ALLEGoRY.-On the left is erected q mon
ument in honor of those illustriOuS heroes who
sacrificed their lives and fortunes to insure to
their citizens the liberty and independence they
now enjoy.
Published at S3. by VIM. B. Lane, Philadcl-
phia, and to be had ut the stice of the American
Courier, No. 141 Chestnut street, Philadelphia, Us
premiums to that paper.
~ y liberal discount to agents.
.Iulv 81 lS5l IF
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05

straw, horse must eat 165 lbs. of straw
per day-a feat he is incapable of per.
forming butif we give him 96 lbs.s OF
straw, equal to 30. of hay: lbs of oil-
cake. equal to &c lbs. of hay and 8 lbs.
of corn meal equal to 5 lbs of hay; he
viii receive the same amount of nutritious
elements. and in about the same bulk.
while the cost of wintering him in this
way would be considerably reduced
BY carefully studying the price, of sub
stances used as food. and their relative
value, most farmers save considerable
expense in keeping their animals, not by
stinting them, no farmer can afford
that. but by using that food which con-
tains the most nutriment for given cost
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
SAVE YOUR MONEY.

c HARLES P. FREEMAN 81 CO., Late Free
~ man, Hodges 81 co., } Importers and Jobbcrs,
IA broadway, one door south of Liberty street,
New York, have on hand, and will be receiving
daily throughout the season, New Goods, direct
from the European manufacturers, and Cash
Goods. Our stock of Rich Ribbons, comprises
every variety of the latest and most beautiful de-
signs imported.
Many of our goods manufactured expressly
10 our order, from own designs and patterns.
and stand unrivelled. We offer our goods for nett
Cash, ut lower prices than any credit house Anne
rica can afford.
All purchasers will find it greatly to their in
terest to reserve portion of their money and
make selections from our great variety of rich,
cheap goods.
Beautiful Paris Ribbons, for Hat, Cap, Noel,
and Belt.
Satin and Taffeta Ribbons, of all widths and
colors.
Silks, satins, velvcts, and Uncut velvots for
Hats.
Feathers, American and French Artificial
Flowers.
Puttings, and Cap Trimmings
Dress Trimmings, large assortment.
Cuffs.
Fine Embroidered Revere and Homstitch Cam
brio handkerchief.
Grapes, Lissos, Tartletons, Illusion and Cap
Laces.
valencics, Brussels, Thread, Silk and Lislie
Thread Laces.
Kid, silk, Sewing Silk, Lislio Thread, MorinO
Gloves and Mitts.
Figured and Plain Swiss, Book, Bishop Lawn,
and Jaconot Muslins.
Goods.
feb 25 If.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
Mobensack,s Worm syrup.

ME most safe and effecrual remedy ever disco
Il vered for the destruction of worms either IN
CHIIpnEN or ADULTS being so safe and pleasant
that 1t can be given TO the most tender infant
The hundreds of cures performed daily by tins
tues, as no parent viii be without it after once
giving it trial This syrup Is entirely Vegetable,
and not composed OF Cslomel, Wormsecd, and
Castor Oil. and called Vegetable as many are,
but is entirely vegetable, and recommended by
the head physicians of the country, and IN al
cases where il does not perform according 70 the
Recommendations, the money is returned. 1
would further say, do not let your children go 70
premature grave, when so pleasant and saie 4
remedy is at hand, and one that has never failed
70 give satisfaction in cases of Worms or Bowel
Complaints. When your children are afflicted
with blueness under thee picking At the nose,
blOated stomach, fever, sudden starting in their
sleep, then is your time TO use this remedy 1t be-
ing for sale by every respectable storekeeper IN
the county, where You can obtain o pamphlet OF
its wonderful cures, as well as of
Hoben sacks Liver Pills.
These pills being composed of roots and plants,
for diseases of the Bilinary organs, Liver COM
plant &c, congestion of the Liver is known 10
exist, from inclination to vomit, being present.
bitter taste in the mouth, yellow furred tongue,
and thirst, the skin hot, and the pulse full and
bounding, an extra supply of bile Is the cause
Let the afflicted attend to it in time. These pills
Will remove all symptoms in two weeks As a
either total or partial, they have been found OF
incstimable benefit, restoring tho functional de-
Tpa1n ranger to healthy action purifying the
flight all complaints which may arise from female
irregularities-as headache, giddiness, dizzinesso
sight, pain in the side, back, DC.
Price s5 cents per box, with full directions. BE
careful and ask for HoBENsAoK's LIVER Pills, a:
they are the only genuine, all others being base
imitation. Prepared at Hobensack's Laboratory
Philad.
AGEsTs.-A. F. Barnes, Clarksburg; Joseph j
Winters, Bridgeport Smith & Co., Pruntytown;
Smith d Co., Fetterman; e. Dotson, West Union;
William Stages, Staggsville; J. NJ. Foreman,
Parkersburg !; Jos. stealy, Middlebourne.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
40 Southern and Western
Booksellers az iaerch;arn Is.

gINALL TRADE. 1852. BOOKS AND STA
Il TIONERY, at wholesale.
HIGGINS & KELLOGG, Publishers, Bookse!-
lers and Stationers, and manufacturers of every
vnriety of BLANK BOOKS, 50 John Street,
Cor. Gold, New YoRK. invite u call from Mer-
chants and Booksellers to examine the prices and
qualities of their very large stock of Blank Books
Memorandum and Pass Books, embracing every
variety needed. School and Classical Books OF
every kind used in schools aud academies. Lii
brary aud Miscellaneous Books for Public insti-
buttons, Schools, Families, and Sunday Schools.
Bibles Prayer, and LYNN Books, of great vari-
Ely of Sizes prices and styles of binding. Station
cry, oil every variety of Foreign and Domestic
manufacture, all of which they pledge themselves
TO supply as low as any other house in the trade
N.B.-Foolscap and Letter Paper and States
at mill prices. lie 9.-3m.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
TO TME PURLIC!

agI Id 9@Anlfll9 E EiaSases 's 81
friends and prolnptness Of u portion of my GUS
omers, j have been enabled to, substitute my
Tools, Machinery Stock, DE-, which We're de-
stroyed by IRE on the 27th of May. last. My Ma
ehinery is now new of the vERx LATEST IMPROVE
MINT. and not inferior TO any IN use. With these
facilities can manufacture MN, COPPEh,
SHEET-IR0N and BRASS WAKE lower tnan
has ever been done in the West All kinds OF
JoB-W0RK will be done very promptly and
az greatly reduced prices HousE-SPouTiNs OF
every kind at the shosrtest notice-the common
size OF which will be made ut 121S cts per foot
In short viii say that MoSEY CAN BE sAvzD BY
DEALING Win NE; and that fact can be establish-
ed by trying me ONCE, and if satisfaction
Is not given, viii not ask n return. This Is
no humbuggery VIII DO what SAY.
hereby tender my thanks to this people for
their long and liberal encouragement. and am mn
der many obligations to those ofiny customers
who have so PROMPTLY settled their claims since
the fire. And as yet greatly need money, would
request all those knowing themselves due me TO
make payment at their EARLIEST convenience.
This viii more effectually enable me to carry ont
my DETERMINATION TO SELL Low for prompt paw.
yarve removed my Shop from the Court House
thed, to the north end of Despard's buildings, on
the crossstreet, leading from Bartletts Hotel. TO
Kineheloe's corner where Will be gladto seethe
PEOPLE. however will, between this and spring
be upon the old GROUND opposite the Court-House.
c. ". SMITH.
Clarksburc. Nov. l2, 1S51,Aly.
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NY good, active and intelligent man, with q
N small capital of from $50 to 500 can make
large profits by engaging in the sale of the follow
ing popular and useful books
Chambers Information for the People; or Pop
ular Encyclopedia of Useful knowledge. Two
large imperial octave volumes, containing 1900
pages.
Peterson's History of the American Revolution.
500 large octave pages and 200 fine Engravings.
Peterson'S History of the United States Navy.
500 large octave pages. and 100 fine Engravings
Frost's Remarkable Events in the History of
America Two largo octave volumes containing
1900 pages and 700 Engravings. The best Histo-
ry of America published.
Frost's Pictorial Life of Washington. A SPLEEN
did book, containing 600 pages and $50 elegant
Engravings. The cheapest Life of Washington
| ever published.
MOore's History of the Indian Wars. Fine
colored and plain plates.
The True Republican. Containing the inaug-
ural Addresses and the first Annual Addresses
| and Messages of all the Presidents of the United
States. the Constitutions of the most important
States in the Union; &C., &c. Embellished with
Portraits of all the Presidents. engraved on steel
| and view of the Capital of the United States
800 pages, II mo.
Foxs Book of Martyrs. a splendid Family
| edition. large quarto with 90 Engravings, beau
TRULY bound, in morocco. gilt.
DE COrmeins History of the Popes 900 large
! octave pages, with illustrations.
JosePhus' Works. Fine Edition, one largo
volume.
Sturm's Reflections on the Works of God.
st Pierre's Studies of Nature.
W hite's History of the World. valuable
General History. One large octave volume, with
handsome EngrGvings.
Lives of Great and Celebrated Characters of al!
| Ages and Countries. One large volume OF eight
hundred pages. with numerous Engravings.
Together with number of other works par
| ticularly adapted for popular Reading.
q The most liberal discounts will be given
| to Agents who may engage in the sale of the
| above valuable Books
For further particulars, address (post paid)
| j. q J. L. GIH0N, Publishers
No. 9S Chestnut Street, Philadelphia.
| July q. 1851. IF.
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
Pittsburg Watch and JeweIry store,
w. ". WILSON,

TlNHlS house lover so years established) has
L recently been much enlarged and splendid
Stock of Goods, equal to any in the Eastern cities
kept constantly renewed, direct from Europe, and
full as low as any regular Eastern house, and
cheaper than many do in this and other cities.
We do a regular bona de business warrant all
our goods and will I'LL orders with equal atten-
ton and fidelity rs if the person were present.
Our Stock consists chiefly of Fine Watches,
Jewelry. Silver %poons, Forks &c. Military
Goods, Chandeliers. Lamps, and CandIcbras,
Table and pocket cutlery, Ruzors and Scesso Tea
ware, Communion ware, Gold pens, SPectacles,
Fancy Goods, Regalias &C.. &c. &c,
~ WATCH REPAIRING, Done in very supe-
rior manner, ut reasonable prices. and work all
warranted. Special attention is devoted to this
branch of business.
Citizens of Clarkshurg and surrounding coun-
try requested to take memorandum of my
address, and when visiting Pittsburg. give me Il
call. w. W. WILSON.
july 81 1s52-3m
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Great IRaduceanent!

Pa PANTS n eassimere, from 90 to So; cassinct
=, VESTS, all kinds, for fail and winter, at from
=, Besides these, he has on hand a large lot OF
SIR Hats caps trunks and carpet sacks OF ali uzos
l., silk hsandkerchicffs, cravass and pocket hand.
Socks and Stoclings
All of which he is determined 70 sell IA Io-, .s
tney can be purchased at any store this sdo on tbs
He invites tho citizens of Clarksbure and the
9d!olnng country, TO call and examine his etock.
u Is fnll and complete He Is prepared 70 tit out
IN superb style. with any kind of garments that
may SUIT the taste of the purchaser, from bows
years old to full grown men.
MYER SoNNEBoRNY.
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10 the Travelling Public.
FIRST CLASS HOTEL.--TERMS /, sc
PEER NAy

THE subscriber, having lately become proprie-
L tor of the FRANKLIN HOUSE. Chestnut
Street, between Sd and 18th, PHILADELPHIA,
and having REDUCED THE PRICE BOARD to ST 80
per day, gives notice that, notwithstanding this
reduction, he will still continue to keep FIRST
CLASS HOUSE.
The Franklin Horse has just undergone ex-
tended alterations, and is now fitted up and reftlr-
nished i'll superior stye for the reception of visi-
tors. The Lower Floor, formerly occupied by
stores, is included in the Hotel, forming u
spacious Reception Room, Gentlemen's Parlor,
and Dining Room, thereby allowing addition of
thirty chambers and several beautiful parlors
fronting Chestnut ST. The Rooms of this Hotel
are superior to most others, being constructed
with alcoves, forming parlor and bed-chamber
attached, wciI-Iighted and ventilated. Tho loca-
ton is unsurpassed. either for business plea
sure. BENZ. III. WOOLMAN, Prop'r,
aud GIN. PhiLadeLDLia.
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.Job Prinneinng
6 Every family should have
n COny.3, as

Ar, Invaluable book onE,, Is ets-1an knoto thyse
DR. HUNTERS MEDICAL MANUAL AND
II HANDBOOK FOR THE AFFECTED
Containing an outline of the Origin. Progress,
Treatment and cure of every form of disease, con-
tracted by promiscuous sexual intercourse, by
self-abusc or by sexual excess, with advice for
their prevention. written in familiar style
avoiding all medical technicalities and everything
that would offend the ear of deceucy. from the
result of some twenty years successful practice
exclusively devoted to the cure of diseases of q
delicate or private nature.
To which is added, receipts for the cure of the
above diseases and treatise on the causes, symp-
toms and cure of the Fever and Age for twenty
five cents a copy; six copies one dollar; viii be
forwarded to any part of the United States, by
mail, free of postage. Address. postage paid.
Box 1856 Post Office, or the Author, IS North 7th
ST., Philadelphia. se29 1y
Cooper's Clarksburg register. [volume] (Clarksburg, Va. [W. Va.]) 1851-1861, 1853-01-05
Northwestern Hotel.

THE subscriber would call the attention of tray
L oilers andstrangers to the above hotel situated
Pike street. CInrksburg. 1t is the office of all
the lines of Stages running to and from the place,
is large commodious house, and no pains will be
spared to render it comfortable and pleasant to
all who may favor him with call.
His table is at all times supplied with the best
the country can afford, and his Bar stocked with
the hest liquors.
u7 An attentive hostler is always connected
with the stable, which is large enough to accom-
odute great number of horses.
Charges reasonable as the times will admit
Of B. RUST.
Clarksburg. July %, ls52-ly.
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NOW rs THE TIME.

TIME past is gone and cannot be recalled
L Time future is not here. and to many of us
may never come. But time present is now on
hand, and so is S. S. DAYTON, who is located
on Main street, Clarksburg, two doors below
Lowndes' store, where all those wishing work
done in his line of business, by giving him call,
will be promptly attended to in the various BRAN
chcs of Silversmithing.
Clocks, Watches & Jewelry
Neatly repaired and warranted for one year. Be-
ng permanently located, he hopes, by courtesy
and strict attention, to business, to merit share
of patronage. 49,
$500 S. s. DAYTON.
August I'd, 1s5a-4b.
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Wager, MILKING.

ME undersigned would respectfully inform
Il the citizens of Harrison and adjoining cOun-
on Mechanic street, South of the burnt district.
where he is prepared do all work in his line OF
business in superior manner, such as Wagon
Making in all its branches. Buggics made when
style.
PLows always kept on hand, or made at the
shortest notice.
Thankful for past favors, / hope by giving my
whole and undivided attention to my business. "a
still merit liberal share of the public patronage.
JEFFERSON FLETCHER.
ClarksbuTg, Jan. 2Sth, 1S52.-ly.
p S--The woodwork of two horse wagons
kept constantly on hand