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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1854-02-15

SAD AccDsY7-A young man by the name
of w. IL Kelly, a carpenter by trade, was killed
on Tuesday last, near the Georgia Railroad De-
pot. He was we learn, crossing the bridge over
the canal, when he was overtaken by the engine !;
he endeavored to escape by dropping down be-
tween the sleepers, but was caught by the Cow
Catcher, and thrown on the road, the engine
passing over his thighs. He fingered until yes
ierday morning His remains were followed 10
the grave by the members Of Vigilant Fire Com.
pnny, of which he was member. The deceased
is represented to US as a young man of good
character. He was born in Ireland, but resided
in the United States for the past five years. He
has, we understand, a brother and sister who
reside in New York city.-Augusta Constitu-
tionalst.
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Notice..

A 1t. Persons indebted to the Estate of Harren
N f. Winn, decd, are earnestly solicited to
make payment forthwith, and those having demands
against said Estate will please render them in inn
medatcly. JEREMIAH SElGLER, Ex'or.
Nov 9 6m 4S
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1854-02-15

rSY ATTENTION is invited to the article Of Capt.
A. J. HAMMOND, upon the Bridge queson-as also,
to the high-toned communication Of "JusTIcE," IN
reference to Col. J. P. CARRoLL's course.
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administrators Sale.

DY Virtue of an Order from II. T. Wright,
ID Esq, Ordinary, will proceed to sell at pub
lie outcry. at the residence ofthe late Ebert Nor
gan, decd, on Tuesday, stFcbruary, all the per-
sunaty of said deceased, consisting of
Eleven Negroes,
Horses, Cattle, Hogs, Corn, Fodder. Household
and Kitchen Furniture, Plantation Tools, SC. 4
will RENT to the highest bidder, the planta-
ton of the deceased, for the present year.
TEnMs.-Crcdit till 25th December next, with
note and two approved surctics.
ROBT. MERIWETHER, Adm'or.
Feb 2t*
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Our Collector.

MIR. NJ. E. WAGNER is now abroad upon collect
ing tour for the "Aduertiser." We hope he will Be
kindly received by subscribers, and dismissed with
6. the needfu" as precipitately as possible
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1854-02-15

policy, of common justice, and of the general well
lare by which have been actuated as one of the
Representatives of Edgefeld District
A. j. HAMMOND.
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To Planters.

TINE Subscriber has for sale m excellent Seennd-
i handed TWO HORSE WAGON, in good
repair, which he win dispose Of on the most reoson-
able terms. C. II. GOODWIN.
Feb 8 II
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a Radish worth having.

Mrs. BouLwARE, of this vicinity, has had placed
upon our table beautiful Radish, of fine size and
pungent freshness, for which we respectfully tender
our much-obliged Now for fixing up our own
radisb he'd
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1854-02-15

METHODIST CHURCH LAWSUIT, North AND
SoUTH.-It is we'll known that the New York
Commissioners and the Commissioners Of the
Church South by the arbitration of Judge
Mclean, agreed on division of the funds of
the New York Book Concern, without appeal
ing to the Supreme Court of the United States.
Such is not the case with the Cincinnati Book
Concern, which will take the case, so far as it is
concerned, to the Supreme Court, the Southern
Commissioners having refused to accede to the
propositions made to them by the Western Com
missioners.
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HYM E MIAL.

MARRIED on the 18th inst, by Rev. j: Trapp,
Capt. VIM. WATKINS, of Newbcrry District, and
Miss MARY, second daughter of Col. j. Qua,tlebum,
of this District.
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headquarters,
2Np REGIMENT CAVALRY, |
LIBERTY HILL, Feb. 6, 1854.

IND REGl"CNl S!Nf NLnAi
LIBERTY Hill, Feb. 6, 1854.
ORDER, NO
A CCORDlNG to IN Order from Maj. Gen.
N McGowAN an election will be held at LIBERTY
HILL. on Saturday the Sth day Of April next, for
BRlGADIER GEN ERAL Of the lst Brigade Of
Cavalry S. C. NJ, to fiji the vacancy occasioncd by
the resignation Of Gen. GUIToN.
Lieut.. Col. BUTLER and Maj. MARTIN are hereby
appointed Managers. BY order Of
JOHN F. TALBERT,
Colonel I'd Regiment Cavalry.
Feb IS q
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n8y" South Carolina supports 1923 common
Schools attended by 9,02a pupils at an annual
cost of $40,5S0.
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About thiry-6re LIKELY NEGROES, ameng
them one gooa Carpenter, House Servants and valu-
able Field Hands.
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Return Day.

Beech Island. Feb l,
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-10-18
II,HE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT

TINHE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT
I of Pianos in this city can be found at our
Music Depot, consisting OF Hallet, Davis & Co.'S
superior iEolian Pianos which for beauty oil tone
are considered by all who have heard them TO be
unequalled. -
Bacon a. Ravens celebrated New York Pianos.
Gravesbeen 6S Co.'s Pianos, one OF which, the
magnificent Papier Mache Piano at the Crystal
Palace, is the admiration Of all who have seen and
heard il.
Schumacher S Co.'s new Unichord Pianos,
which for durability, keeping in tune, and cheap
ness stand unrvalled. The success which has
attended their Introduction here is the best guar
snty thereof.
Rosenkrantz's wordrenowned German Pianos,
considered unsurpassed for sweetness oftone and
decacy OF touch.
We are daily expecting an additional supply OF
he popuar Unchord Pianos; also, per pa ket OF
Saturday from Boston, one Of L. Gilserts bea atiful
Boudoir or Piccolo Pianos.
This enables persons desirous Of purchasing, to
select instruments from The most varied assort-
ment of Pianos ever offered for sale in this city, at
manufaciurers' prices, with a warranty tor each
Piano il desired. s4
Also, several secondhand Pianos, including one
Of Jonas Chickering, which will be sold on the
1nost reasonable terms. et
Secondhand Pianos taken in part payment for
new ones. w
The most complete assortment Of Music and
Musical instruments constantly on hand.
HILBUS 81 H1TZ, Penn avenue.
Jan 22-tf (m)
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H ISToEx @
OF DEMOCRACY In THE UNITED STATES


TNHIS important work is now in press, the first
IL volume Of which will be issued early in the
autumn OF 1854. 5-
The publication Of this work viii be continued
by the subscribers and in due time they will pub
lish in the several States a complete list ofagents
who will be prepared 10 furnish copies promptly
in every part of the Union. tom
That the author may have ample time TO prepare
his work according 10 his views Of completeness
that the publishers may be enabled 10 issue the
numbers with promptness and at stated periods,
thereby protecting the interest Of their agents, the
following arrangement is announced in the full
confidence that il will prove acceptable to ALL viz
To stereotype the next six numbers, making ten
in all, thus completing the FIRST volume before ans
more are published.
The numbers will then be issued monthly, with
out interruption, 10 the end. Those who prefer
the volume bound will be accommodated without
extra charge for binding; and the numbers already
published, from one TO four, will be taken in part
pay, if not injured at their full to subscribers
In announcing this unavoidable delay for a few
months, the publishers are not unmindful Of the
earnest desire OF many speedily TO possess the
work. The necessity Of accommodating the au
thor, whose labors are incessant, will appear OBJ
vious to all without particular explanation.
DAYTON & WENTWORTH,
Publishers, s6 Washington st., Boston.
Mar l5-tfx
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-10-18
~ WI. RRoMNING, Merchant TAILOR,


under the United States Hotel, having en-
iarged and improved his store, would now respect
fully call the attention of citizens, and strangers
visiting Washington, to his wel-selected stock Of
French and English cloths, cassmeres, and vest
nss, of the newest and most elegant styles OF
goods from the New York market.
Having had twenty years experience in the
purchase Of goods from the best importing houses
in the United States, with such advantages as will
enable him TO offer them to the public on such
terms as will give entire satisfaction to the pur.
chasers and, in view of increasing his business,
he has purchased an unusual large stock of goods,
such as will defy competition for their beauty,
style, and cheapness. 9 ~
Ali he asks is a call before you purchase else
where, and he will convince you that you will
save your money by so doing. suit of othes
can be made up in the most elegant style at Twelve
hours notice. ~
superior Ready-made Clothing.
have on hand superior assortment of ready
made clothing, OF my own work, made up in the
most fashionable manner, such as overcoats in
various STYLES, froek and dress coats, and also
pants and vests, which will be sold at much less
price than work made to order.
NIB Sole agent for SCOTS report OF Fashions
or the District.
Oct. l5--6m. tm)
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CELECT CLASSICAL and Matthew atical

CELECT CLASSICAL and Mathematical
- ScHooI--The subscriber has removed his
school 10 College Hill, where commodious build
ing is being fitted up for its reception.
As the Preparatory Department of the Colum-
ban College, il will continue 10 preserve the char
scter of strictly select school, designed for lay
ing the foundation of thorough Englieh, Classi-
cal, and Mathematical education. The next ses-
sion will commence on the 12th OF September, and
close on the last of June.
Terms: $l2 80 per quarter, payable in advance.
AT a small additional charge, the students viii
be permitted TO attend the Lectures delivered in
College on Chemistry, Geology, and Mineralogy,
and also TO receive instruction in French and other
Modern Languages by the Professor in that de-
partment
Pupils May be boarded at the College, under the
special care and supernte ndence Of the Principal.
The necessary expenses of a full boarding student
will be about $3.50 per academic year, and Of a
weekly boarder will not exceed $50.
GEORGE 8. BACON, Principal.
Refers to the Faculty Of the Columbian College;
Col J. L. Edwards, Col. Peter Force, VIM. Gun
ton, Esq. L. ID. Gale M, D., of the Patent Office;
Joseph Wilson, Esq, the Land Office; and Pre-
fessor G. c. Jewe,t, OF the Smithsonian Institute.
Sep9I-tf
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WEEKLY pApER.--Tne pub

II Usher Of this large and popular family journal
offers for the coming year (654) combination OF
literary attractions heretofore unattemped by any
OF the Philadelphia weeklies. Among the new
features will be a new and brilliant series Of origi-
nal romances by George Lppard, entitled Legends
of the Last Century All who have read Mr.. Lip
pard's celebrated Legends of the American Revo-
luton" published for ffty-six consecutive weeks
in the e Saturday Courier, will find these pictures
of French and American history endowed with all
the power and brancy Of his previous produc-
tons. The first of series Of original novelettes,
called Morris Hartley, or the Knights ofihe Mystic
Valley.by Harrison w. Ainsworth, is about to be
commenced. II will be handsomely illustrated by
twelve fine engravings and its startling incidents
cannot fail 10 elicit undivided praise. Emmerson
Bennett, the distinguished novelist, and author OF
Viola ETC., ETC., is also engaged TO furnish bril-
liant novelette, to follow the above. Mrs. Mary
Andrews Denison, author Of Home Pictures, Pa
tience Worthington and her Grandmother, ETC.,
will continue a splendid domestic novelette,, en-
titled the Old Ivy Grove, and III. G. Watson an
illustrated story called the Two Edged Knife-a
graphic picture Of early life in Old Kentucky. To
these will be added original contributions and se-
lections from Mrs. Caroline Lee Hentz Clara
Clairville Lille Lilberne Mrs Stowe, Grace Green
wood, and other distinguished writers the news
of the day, graphic editorials, full reports OF the
provision, money, and stock markets, letters from
travellers at home and abroad, ETC., etc.
Terms-Onc copy one year So two copies one
year SO four copies one year So; nine copies one
year, and one to the getter up OF the club, $40
twenty copies one year and one TO tho gcttor Up
Of the club, $40. 3,
Address A. SCOTT, Publisher,
No III Chestnut ST., Philadelphia.
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-10-18
WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE,
WILLIAMSBURG, VA.

YTNHE next session Of this Institution will
II commence on the ID Wednesday Of October,
(Oct. llth,) and will continue until the 4th Of July
following The course of study is extensive az
any similar institution. The religious instruction.
including course on the Evidences Of Christiani-
ly and Natural Theology, viii be under the charge
Of the Professor OF Moral Philosophy. There is a
Law School connected with the College. The
total expense for session varies from $3.50 10
$500. Fe must be paid in advance. The pres
ence ofthe students nj the opening Of the session
10 highly important
Further information may be obtained by sd-
dressing. postpaid, Benz. 5. EwELI, or Judge
GEo. T. SclARBuRGH, Williamsburg.
The following is list Of the Faculty, viz
Benz s. Ewe, President and Professor Of
Mathematics and Natural Science.
Silas Toitcn, d. D., Professor OF Bellies Lettres
and Moral and Intellectual Philosophy.
Morgan j. Smead, Ph. DR., Professor OF Lan.
gusges
Henry A. Washington, Professor OF History and
Political Economy.
Judge p scsrbursh, Professor CT Municipal
and Constitutional Law.
Ro, 6atewood, Adj, Professor OF Mathematics
Aug i0--tsowlSlawi0
Washington sentinel. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1853-1855, 1854-10-18
SHILLINGToNS Bookstore,
Odeon Building, corner of IL street,
LEXANDRIA BoARDING-sCHOoL

a IL
IA The Thirty-6rst Annual Session Of this In
month, (Ociober) Besides the ordinary branch,
of an English education, and the Latin, Greek,
French, and Spanish languages, there taught
the various branches Of Natural Science, and
complete and thorough course of Mathematics.
pure and mixed. The Institution is supplied with
good library, a large collection Of minerals and
geological specimens, an extensive philosophical
aud chemical apparatus, an astronomical observe
tory, with a good telescope, transit instrumen nj, /,
Troughion's circle, NC; a meteorological observp
tory, ana chemical laboratory, in which the nd
vanced .udents are exercised in various cheml
cal manipulaiions and the analysis Of minerals,
soils, &c, and every known facility for the ad;
vsncement Of the students in the different deparis
menis Of study.
The number OF students is limited 10 about six
~ and ia order to secure precision in their VAR
studies, and TO pre- vent loss Of time from war
Of necessary assistance, fire experienced teachers,
Qncluding the subscribersJ three Of whom are
graduates OF Yale College, reside in the family
with the students, and give 10 them their personal
attention and aid, not only during the hours spe-
cally devotedto study, bat at all other times when
needed. In addition 10 these are the teacher Of
modern languages an6 he teacher Of drawing,
who give instruction to classes at stated perod,.
A full course Of Lectures on Natural Phioso
ply, Chemistry, Astronomy, Geology, Vegetable
Physiology, and Agricultural Chemistry is deliv.
cred to all the students during each term.
Circulars containing further information can be
obtained by applying TO one of the subscribers.
BENJAMIN HALLOWELL,
HENRY G. HALLOWELL,
FRANCIS MILLER.
~ Alexandra, Va, 9Th mo. 29tb, 1854.
Tan
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NrATONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE,

NATIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE,
IN Washngton.-The Thrty-second Annual
Course of Lectures will commence on the fourth
Monday In October, and continue until March.
Thomas Miller, M. D., Professor of Anatomy
end Physiology.
VIM. p. Johnson, NJ. D., Professor of Obstet
RIGS and Diseases of Women and Children.
Joshua Riley, NJ D., Professor of Maieria Med
lea, Therapeutics and Hygiene.
John Fred May, M. d., Professor Of the Prin
ciples and Practice of Surgery.
Grafton Tyler, M. D., Professor Of Pathology
and Practice Of Medicine.
Robert King Stone, NJ D., Professor of Micros
copal and Pathological Anatomy.
Lewis III. Steiner, Nj. D., Professor OF Chemis-
try and Pharmacy. uhH
William H. Saunders, M. D., Prosecior and De
m snstrator.
The facilities for the prosecution Of practical
anatomy are ample. IgI
Like most similar institutions in Europe, the
desks from which the regular lectures are given,
and the wards for clinical instructions are under
the same roof
The extensive additions 10 the buildings since
asst session, for the accommodation Of the
X, will greatly extend the usefulness of the
medical and surgical clinic.
The entire expense for full course OF lee
lures is. $50
Practical anatomy by the demonstrator........ 10
Martriculating fee payable only oncc)........ !.
Admission to the Medical and Surgical Clinic
trough the whole course without charge.
y ROBERT KING STONE, M. d.,
Dean of the Faculty.
Office and residence corner Of F and 14th sts.
Sep 21--tf
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LANGToNT &c BROS
PACKAGE & LETTER

LANGToN &c BROS
TTREASURE, PACKAGE s. LETTER
IL Express, daily TO and from Downieville and
the northern and southern mines, in connexion al
Marysve with Adams & Cos, by every steamer
to the Atlantic States and Europe, South America
Australia, Oregon the Sandwich Islands and
China iG$Aiana u
Renewed facilities are now offered to the public
for transmitting gold dust, valuable packages and
letters reduced prices, TO all parts Of the world
al our principal Offices.
From Marysvie TO Dobbin's Ranch, Fosters
Bar. Ballard's Bar, Stoney Bar, Camptonvile, Rail
road Gulch, Oak Valley, Slate Range, Indian Val
ley, Rantedoter Bar, ST. 10 Bar, Goodyears Bar
Cox's Bar, Downeville, Ousey's Bar, Parks Bar
Long Bar, Industry Bar Kennebee Bar, Baron's
Bar, Empire Ranch, Bridgeport, French Corral
Frenchman's Bar Missouri Bar Sweetand's, San
Juan, Cherokee, Hess Crossing, 81. Y.9-
From Downieville TO Forrest City. Smiths Dig
gings, Kanaka Creek, Minnesota, Wolf Greek
Snow Point, German Bar, M. F. Concord Bar, Nj
F., SCOTS Flat, Moore's Flat, Orleans Flat, En-
reka South, Back Bone House, Illinois Bar, s
Fork Missouri Bar s. F.. Nevada City, Eureks
North, Craig's Flat. Rapid Creek, Sierra City
Sierra Valley, and the other places on the route
BILLS OF EXCHANGE.
On Adams Il Co., in all the principal cities in
the Atlantic States and Europe, and payable at the
following banks:
E.wY Clark & Bros, ST. Louis, Mechanics
and Farmers Bank, Albany; Utica City Bank
Utica Bank Of Syracuse, Syracuse Bank OF Au.
burn, Auburn Bs nix Of Aitica, Buffalo; Rochester
City Bank, Rochester @. Smith & Co, Chicego
Alex. Mitchell. Fire and Marine Insurance Com
pany. Milwaukee; Michigan State Bank, Detroit
Commercial Branch Bank Of the State Of Ohio
Cleveland; Clinton Bank, Columbus, Ohio.
Highest price paid for gold dust ~ ".i
Sight checks on MarysviIle, Sacramento, San
Francisco, and all the principal towns Of Califor.
mia. Deposits received, special or otherwise.
Collections made on all parts OF the Atlantic
States and California; and all other branches oi
express business promptly attended 10. The
latest dates OF Atlantic and California papers
Subscriptions and advertisements received for
newspapers and periodicals, free of charge.
Special messengers are dispatched with every
reasure express. tru ~
SAM. w. LANGTON 81 BRO.
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TAKE CE.-Housekeepers and
others are reminded that the following list OF
articles are of the very best description, and can
be purchased from the subscriber on as low terms
as any other house in the city. A large assort-
ment and supply always on hand:
Oils Of all kinds. Queensware,
Paints, Brushes,
Camphine, Clocks,
Varnish, Lamps,
Turpentine, Chandeliers,
Window Glass, Chronicles,
China, Vases. t.a5
Earthenware, Britannia ware,
Glass, &c, &c, &c.
Goods sent to any part of the city free of
charge. Country dealers will do well TO call
O. s. WHIT ,.ESEY,
7th street,
Opposite Selden & Withers's Bank.
Mar l6 (Star)
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GREAT ACCOMMODATION!

Connection 6et,ceen the Orange aud Alexandria
.a Rdiirodd from Washington. *
A I the urgent solicitation Of a number Of per-
IN sons, will, on and after Mondsy, July 3,
start an extra omnibus from Washington every
morning at 6t o'clock, calling at all the Hotels and
at the residences of persons who may leave their
order the night previous at T. w. Halls, near 81
St, or at w. Lepreux's, corner of 18th street aud
Pennsylvania avenue. Travellers will thus avoid
the trouble and Inconvenience Of changing some
three or four times, at uniform rate Of charges.
Passage 25 cents trunks % cents; no charge for
avalise carpet-bsg.
Another coach will leave the depot on the arri-
val of the early train and arrive at Alexandra
ahead OF every other line. -.
July Elm HUGH LATHAM.