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The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

PLAcERvILIE has become city-a real vcritable
ctyso far as an act Of the Legislature isconcerned
The seekers for official honors are numerous, and
embryo Mayors and Councilmen are plenty. The
idea Of being city, doubtless, ckles the fancy OF
many, but we guess it wont be so funny an affair
when the taxes consequent upon such an organiza-
ton have to be paid
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

II runs from the Bay State House along level
track of land and intersecs the Union road at the
summit of the hill near Mr.. Coons house. The
road has been supcrintended by Mr. Raun, Of the
Coloma Bridge Company. This road lessons the
distance, and is an easier road to travel than tho
old one. Teams going to Johntown, Georgetown
and Kelsey, through this place, will hnd this to be
much the best road
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

PROSPECTS OF THE MINERS IN MAR1PosA.-The
Mariposa Chronicle of Saturday says our accounts
from the different mining camps continue highly
gratifying. Miners are no longer compelled to buy
on credit, but are able to come down with the
dust and the difference between the credit and
cash system can be readily seen in the long line of
teams daily seen in our streets and the hustle and
confusion and smiling faces of our merchants.
Mining operations on many of the larger creeks
and gulches have been suspended for short time,
in consequence of the late rains driving the miners
from their claims but there being every appear
ance Of the dry having set in, most OF them
have again commenced opening their claims, and
we shall soon hear the usual news Of big strikes
and everybody doing well.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

RAIN.-On Thursday evening thunder storm,
visited this vicinity, and the rain poured down CO.
piousy So far, this has been an exception to Cal
ifornia seasons and should we have an occasional
shower during the summer months, the real wealth
of the State would be greatly enhanced
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

SUPPER TO JUDGE MoNsoN.--On tuesday evening
the Members of the Bar gave a Supper to Judge
Monson, at the American House. Absence from
town prevented our being present. and we have
been unable to get report of the proceedings but
presume all things were as they should be, as our
citizens are noted for doing the amiable especially
in such matters.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
NOTICE.

FRANK BEKEART, the old Coloma Gum
I'M anith, having again returned from the Eastern
C(Nf states, has re-opened his Gunsmh Shop 'estab-
~ lished April, l519," Main street. where ho
p y. would respectfully inform his old patrons and tho
Il public generally that he is prepared to do Cur-
IA H smlthng Nc in the very best manner being an old
and experienced workman.
n. B. good assortment Of Pistols Bowie Knives.
Pocket Cutlery Shot Belts Powder Flass and all kinds
of sporting material, Ne. always on hand.
Cooma, May 8, 1854 2j 3n
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

KEEP CooL.-Wo experienced, last Thursday,
some cool comfort in the shape of pitcher of
Sherry Cobbler from the hands Of that experienced
caterer, Jo TREscoTr The thermometer being at
"a in the shade rendered our thanks as profuso
as was the beverage
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

The GOVERNORS MEssAGe.--We call attention to
this document, in to-days paper. 1t is the abest
Of the session but it needs no commentator from
us as that would be superAuous. Our readers have
only to eruse it, in order to satisfy themselves of
the true position of the affairs of the State.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

Ice There are four companies in the vicinity of
of Georgetown who have great quantities of ice
housed and will soon supply the towns in this Vi
cinity. We were shown some two feet in thick
ness taken rom tue lead of Pilot Creek Canal
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
NOTICE..

Evil undersigned give notice to all whom it may con-
IA ccr1 that they claim 1900 feet commencing at the old
Tunnel Claim and extending down the river. They also
notify All persons not to respas upon their rights as they
nave Gohhcd with the mining laws of this district Per-
claiming the ground above them are to meet
a Wintemante's Hotel, Sunday, May 23th to make
arrangements for fumng. MILLER & CO
Cooma, May IL, 1854 q p
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

We are under obligations to Mr.. NYE, of the
Bay State Tunne for his polite attention in guild
ing Us through the various tunnels in Mamalukc.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

VEro---On Monday, the last day of the session,
Gov. Bigler vetoed the Deficiency Bill We con-
ceive this as one of the best things done during the
winter and receives our hearty approval. We will
publish the veto next week.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

GARDEN VALLEY.-Business at this place is very
now an abundance of water, which will not fail
throughout the whole dry season, procured from a
branch of the Pilot Greek Canal
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

Mr.. RANNEY has large quantity of peaches and
strawberries growing in his garden, which are very
FAR advanced for the season.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

SHERIFF BUEL started on Tuesday last for San
Quintcn with four convics in charge, destined for
the State Institution located at that place.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

Mr.. J. Q. LADUE, will act as our Agent at Nam
aluke Hill, Subscribers at that place can obtain
the Argus at his store, every Sunday morning
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

ApPoINTMENT.--We understand that thc!Ion Z.
A. Stevenson has been appointed Deputy Sheriff
and Foreign Miners Tax Collector. by the Sheriff
of this county.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
NOTICE.

YANiE subsc9ers having purchased the interest of J.
Mctonnigal in the Tools and Stock recently occupied
by him are prepared to do I'll kinds of Carpenter work
ted to them will be promptly attended to on reasonable
terms r AUSTIN
Coloma, NoT6 1854 25 sn* ]. G. COOPER.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

: The mai for thc Atlantic States will close at the
Coloma Post Office, Monday, 10Th inst, at P. M
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

BACKUs' hlNs1RELs are again among us and re-
cevc hearty welcome. Old Uncle Eph. is the
same trump as ever. They are decidedly the best
delineators of 'cullud pussons" that we have ever
seen.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

RIsz OF TIE RIvER-Owing to the melting of
snow il the mountains, it has caused the river to
rise two feet within the last few days.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

'fAE readers of the Times and transcript in this
vicinity can find the cause of the bitterness exhib
tied By that sheet during the past winter, by read
ing the Report from the Legislative Printing Com
commend its pcrusa to those who have placed their
political faith on that paper. The crushing pro-
pensity of those corinorants, will soon find them
where they belong-i the ranks Of whigsery.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

School AT GEoRGETowN.--A new district school
house has been erected between Georgetown and
Mamaluke, for the accommodation of both towns
We understand that Miss NJ. Hosford, an accom-
plished lady, is to take charge of the school.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

EXTRA SEssIoN.-Can the Union inform us when
it is to be held
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

MELANCHOLY ACCIDENT A young man named
Charles Coburn, formerly of New Jersey, was in
stanty killed at Mamaluko llill on Thursday, llth
inst. by the premature discharge of a blast which
ho was using for the purpose of splitting log.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
CONSTADIE'S SALE.

SVAEkJ AIFI4L y kSALIL.
E@1 virtue Of an execution to directed from the office
A of Levi Pierce, Justice of the Peace for George
town TowHship IL Dorado County, California, in favor of
William Ewing and against William Hagen. for the sum
OF $2 80 and costs of suit taxed $26 g. have levied
upon the Barber Shop belonging defendant situated in
Johntown, between j F. Browns and William Ga
nongs boarding house, which will xpoe to sale Pub
the 18th day Of June next between the hours of o'clock
a. NJ. and 1 o'clock p NJ. -
LAkKIN ANDERSON, Cons able.
Johntown, May Is, 1854. H3
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

"A NuT FOR GEoLoGIsTs.-We learn from our
Georgetown correspondent that while tunneling in
Mamaluke Hill the raftcrs Of building were
found in a perfect state OF preservation one hun
dred and fifteeu feet below the surface.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
Coloma Saturday. May 20, 1864.

ABSENCE during the past week must account for
the barrenncss of the editorial columns.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

THANKS to Wells, Fargo & Co., Adams s. Co.,
and Wadron Co, for supply of Atlantic and
California nnners
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20
NOTICE.

NOTICE.
ESTE the undersigned VIII apply te Tho Honorable
w Court of Sessions, of Il. dorado county at the
June term for license 10 erect Toll Bridge across the
South Fork Of the American River at point one mile
above the Salmon Falls Bridge
EDWARD 7. RAUN,
A. Ii. RICHARDS.
Salmon Falls, May lst. 1854
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

On the first of July there will be 37l5 miles Of rail
road in operation in Illinois.
The Empire County argus., 1854-05-20

Property to the amount of $l50000 was des
troyed by fire, in Yreka, on the 18th inst.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24

JUST RECEIVED!
M. STRAUSS, s::::::::::::::*:::::: s::::::::::::::*:::::: Cokcsbury.
AIDES DRESS GOODS, such as Bar4gcs,
~ Tissues, Chally, Grenadines Muslins, Pop.
1ins; plain, figured, dotted Swiss MUSLINS; !;
Silks Ginghams, Jaconets, DC. 49, ~
.-.s.'-- EmbrOidcries.
BeantIfui assortncne OF e-al.-., Chcmisettca In
FAINT Bodies, Under Sleeves, Cnfs, Tsem s....- .n
brio Handkerchief, dc. =. 57-s'
Talnas and MnntilIas. "-
NEW STYLE B0NNETS AND MISSES HATS;
- - ,'lr =. Also -.s,-.'
Ribbons, Gloves, and Mitta Edging and In
serting. FANS. PARASoIS, Perfumery, and
DRESS TRIMMINGS. .a.;,s ~. ; Ia
For Gents and BOys.
a full assortment of ofREADY.4LA DE. OLOTH:
LNG.-Hats, Caps, Boots, Brogans, DC Linen
Drills, Cashmere Broad Cloth; Zephyr, Cloth,
Drap d'Ete, &c. Besides, new and full supply
OF spring, summer, and Household Articles
LINEN DIAPERS, DC. i hesitate not to soy
that my stock is one of the most BEST AS.
SORTED STOCK in the up country. Come
and examine.-PRICES AS LOW, as POS
:SLBLE: .g,s.,. <. NJ. STRAUSS.
April J., 1854. AZ If
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24
AMERICAN A HOTEL.
Il, ~ HAMBURG a e.

H|1 THE undersigned takes this meth ff::t a
sA.od Of returning thanks for the liberal Hill
patronage heretofore given to his HOUSE and
OF informing his friends and the travelling pub
lie, that he still keeps open the Establishment
for their accommodation.
:, Having rc-htted the Building furnished the
HAVING = sst fs 81 sSa Furniture and
rienced Caterer and Cooks, his Table y VIII iHMips be
eprends sffh the best the market affords. BY
these Ind his own personal attention, he hopes
70 give general satisfaction to those who favor
him with their company -
!. tie.is pleased also to announce that Mr.. JouN
A HousgoN has just completed large and Com.
m0dions STABLES and CARRIAGE HOUSE ii
connection with tho HOTEL, and will take ,sne.
cial charge Of that department; and will be pre.
Rared to ~ nesomm9date the public with Saddle
Horses, 1lncks and Carriages of all DESCRIPTIONS
on hire; and travellers will be conyeyed. With
despatclpto any part Of the surrounding coun.
try on reasonable terms &, s..ss,. q. = -
lie has also large and convenient LOTS. for
tho accofnmodation,o of Traders and Stock Dri.
vers, who are specially invited to call. -.
- ISAAC SMITH. e
Hamburg, 8. c., May Is, 1864. ~ =; ;6s-8m
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24
NOTICE.

svys& ssTR,AYED from the subscriber, on the
..E6 10th instant, DARK BAY HORSE,
about s years old, 10 hands high, black legs
and rpane and tail black. No other marks re-
Numbered except some small white spots about
his breast. He had, when he left, shoes on his
forefeet Measures to grow some two or three
sl.sAny person taking up said estray, will con-
rfersa q favor, and be reasonably rewarded, by
addressing JOHN DURST,
sSs{; -, Phoenix P. O., Edgefeld, s. C.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24
A Valuable Plantation for Sale

%A SITUATED on the waters of Mulberry
:. a4 Greek, in Abbcyille District in very
pleasant and healthy section, about three miles
from Hodges Depot on the Greenville and Co.
llmbia 'Railroaas The plantation contains
935 Acres, about one-half good Wood
land, aud the other half mostiy Fresh, and
in q high state Of cultivation Avery comfort
able Dwelling House, new Gin House and
Screw, good Negro Cabins, and all other neces-
sary out-buildinga ~
Any person wishing wishing to, purchase
is invited to call and examine the plantation
and growing crop
.E JOSEPH AGNEW.
Juno 20, 1854 st.
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CANDHDATEs ron OFFTCE.

F.g sG.a---.A>-a.----:--' - ;.s
t4-, We arc authorized TO announce ) BIZ
AEasGosa 9 Candidate for the Legislature at tho,
nex5 10 eleclont q: Sl IS. "a =
EB We are authorized to. announce Col 1f
y. IALMAN AN! Candidate for Legislature.
az" We are authorized to announce j. Enwynarp
NOBLE a candidate fort tho legislature.
az Tho friends Of Capt: s. AIIopors .res,as a
pes sfuily announce him as a candidate for 1ae
Collector the ensuing election. .;s,i;g So =
rY the friends Of JoINs r. WI1aoSs reapect.
fully announce him as n candidate forsTar Col-s
!cctor of Abbeville District at the 6s,iing cleo
tion. :e;.3s5s7T s3ssslT'7ss' -
eB We ore authorised to ai,nniinds tie Rev
JAMES MOORE as candidate for re. e.election as
aar Collector ,s: of Abbeyillo District at the en-
TIE. friends of JAMES II Com respectfully
announce him as a candidate for Sheriff Mt tho
coming election. ~: < - .ss-zzS
eB- The friends of Col. Aso GARLIEGToN
respectfully announce hin as "a Candidate TO
represent the 4th CongEssional District, at tho
election in October nexf [mar 25-lG
tB- The friends of JAMES M. vAND1vER
7as Collector Of Abbe7 VIE District, at tie en-
suing election. ,ssss So:
c8 The friends of DIV. HAWTHORN re-
spectfuly announce hing ascandidato for Sheriff.
ally of Abbevillc Distrfet OF tho ensuing elcc
ton. SsSS.S1
eY- The friends of G. ssMAiATTIsON res
pcctfully announce him ,sassn candidate for
Sheriff of Abbeville Distfista tat the ensuing cleo
ton. =. s,zS
eY-Tho friends of THOMAS r. COCHRAN,
respectfully announce him Msn Candidate for
Sheriff of Abbeyile District, t6sssnsttisig elec
ton. =. s>t.ls 81.
w The friends Of JAMES NJ MARTIN, re-
spcctfuliy announce MIN as a caad date for
Sheriff of Abbeville District, st stfho ensuing
election. ~ -.r- . s.:..::SSs 81 y
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
- TRANSPARENT
WlNDOW 8 MA DES. .
=. sPaPER;HANGiNGS AND MATTREssgS!
2 1T King-Street, Charleston, SIC.
ADVERTISEMENTS.

j, Ass mug S~NLI00G, OUAIl0SEOu, H. II.
|TNIIIE subscriber has on hand o large nssort-
i ment, and is constantly; receiving by the
steamers, the latest patterns of WINboW
SHADES and PAPER. for sale
wholesale and retaili y = '. = : -. i,
Transparent WINDOW SHADES; of every eyer
style and variety, from 5Oscents to 90 eachi :.
French and American PAPER -HANGINGS.
and BORDERS, of the latest Patterns, from
ct cents to SO per Roll - -, =
a large variety of CORNICE5, Lace and
Muslin CURTAINS, Damask and Satin DE-
LANES, Centre Tassels, Loops, Bands Pins.
Venetian Blinds, Cane Blinds Mattresses, Cush.
ions. Fire Screens, &c, tsf [l.5@ = :. : = :.
;. All kinds of UPHOLsTERING and the bu-
siness, as usual attended to in oil its branches
MATTRESSES--Mo Moss, Cotton, W ool and Hair
Mattresses always on hand, Made from the best
material: Also Bolsters. Pillows, Feather Beds
and !Pal!iastera Call sand see them4-priees
reasonable. ~ :Sss..r ,.7sts -,
To persons wishing any o., The above articles
to sci, a discount viii be made. Tho prices Of
this establishment arc moderate and uniform,
and as low as any other establishment.
- H.,tW. KINSAiAN. :
March 25, 1854. 46, ~ 90. ~
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.sTRAYED OR STOLEN.

ne ON the night Of tho 18th instant, a
8 Hh small BAY HORSE. Said horse is Of
compact forman build has small, straight ears;
@sndhas aof the collar upon his shoulders
taking up said horse and giving
II :s:mation. shall be literally rewarded for
Il Address EW. THORNTON,
-. Phoenix P. O., Egfeld, 8. q
r June II, 1854. %ES:. D. 7-3t
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81 +, LAYING THE CORNER STONE y.
Masonic Female & College.
8 ~; 4 !. cox kESBURY. Sc, S.. ,,sss
TUESDAY, 27ths JUNE, 1864: S:ssSs' 8
Order 81 the Day.

l ~, 'Ie'.lsAnAAy 1altnsS SONEI, 46oA.E
Order Of the Day. sa7
lSI1HE Procession will move precisely at
n II A. NJ, from the Residence of Mr..
AERNDON, In the following order: -:
| >. ~ ~. Tyler, with drawn sword:.
4 Students of the &C. school; K
J3 Faculty of the same;
8 - W Trustees of tho same; 3.
"a s&E., = Civil Officers of the State 2
sxss5sf Tho Reverend Clergy
5-sSS Tyler - = -
Entered Apprentice Masons; E5E
%E',,.s. Fellow Graft Masons: 4 y ~ ~
]: "a Master Masons, in full Regalia;
& s-.%$e -. Stewards; =
ssssg Junior Deacons
- Senior Deacons;
Secretaries;
y Treasurer:
s. Past Wardcns; IS:
Junior Wardens;
la Senior Wardens;
Past Masters;
Mark Masters;
Royal Arch Masons;
49, Masters of Lodges;
Music
Grand Tyler, with drawn sword,
Grand Stewards with white Rods;
Brother with a golden vessel containing
corn;
Two brethren carrying silver: vessels, ono of
wine, the other:of oil 90
Principal Architect with Square, Level and
.y. -. Plumb; "E:tNal.
Grand Secretary;
-. Grand Treasurer
Bible, Square and Compass, carried by q Mas
ter OF q Lodge, supported by two
Deacons with staffs; al
Grand Chaplain; g
Past Grand Wardeis 81
Past Grand Master; FL
Board of Trustees SI
President of the Board, with tho 8
Orator of the Day; Fl
Two Junior Grand Deacons with staffs:
~, Grand Wardcns;
Deputy Grand Master;
Book of Constitution carried by tho Master of
the oldest Lodge
= Grand Master, supported by
Two Senior Deacons with staffs;
:. Two Tylers with swords drawn
Close the Procession.
June IL -: 8N',-0'S o.
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& N0tfcas

fTsH kindred seredit md an xhom itn.ai,y,
3 ponterH gwill faka I'D that A Hne1 set.l
the Est G: Nosrsllsde
Us psctsd Tint aaaslsshds Sfehdsssd
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COKESBURY INSTITUTE,

COKESBURY INSTITUTE.
1uR Approaching Anniversary will COM
~ mence witl-a sermon on Sabbath, the
10th instant, by DR. WIourMAN, of Charleston.
Monday, 2sth, the Board of Trustees will
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, will be
occupied mostly in the Examination Of Glasses
Wednesday, atz4 o'clock, p. m., exercises in
Defamation, i by tho Juniors and Juveniles.
Thursday, at II o'clock, an Address before
tie Eroaophie Society, by Prof J. II. CARIm1E,
a.74 O'clock, 3; m. orstions BY
Cokeabury, June f5s ioe...e,o %. "essei' eot
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- ss:,. u: II. sBersy, .sssss 81 {.
.FRHlTURR and q CHAIR l1...a .WAREggOH, 4 },
Columbia soatk TaiSiins.,i &

constantly q On ha5d s. sof his S. W
fsstoriss at the Mort q large stocks ofFURNIl
'TUREs apd CHAIRS - als6SSWAILsPAPER, d
WINDOW sSHADES,ssEc. 81 Is &
gsipg q praetical WORKMAN 5ehs issprspnred
to make tosorder tho
best manner md at as log price as Apy other
sspisasss salls and sxanias before pafs 81 fshsaipe
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RTYETf3RNa 3 ~ sfsvofSs Ififds
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24

Hayden, Brother 8 Co,
IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN -, ::
Watches, Clocks Jcwelfy, Silver Ware,
Military and Panoy Goods
NorM East corner Of King and Hasel strects.
mh2b Charleston, q. q.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24
GREAT SOUTHERN RNM

few short Extracts from Letters Testimonials &c.
eoundita
eCourtGa
70 DeheVe a nremely"
Cherokee
A. A
Russia commentator
lodges Depot G.
,Propreto
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n kesbnfy ublil DIlnss 8 x.s, I.

ss 01k Sss
EE5HEE E6fueS SSoas Oh tk6 kAHoNfgsfJ Irs
E;lHSTgTuTEsHflfE dpps
81 I'll III DinSsg iIibe
]kfxp4S9l 81 asso1s5 [3 Gaa6pbsll
10 2iIll III = ~
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24

!. g.. Corn, Corn. sS$.5s = | Z
FTHE Subscriber is now being supplied with
II CORN ION consignment from tho River
Plentationsin Anderson District and will be
able to supply the demanda+ Of the District for
the CASH ;5.;:sf ss:;, II. s.. KERR.
L. June ~, 1864 s IL ~. 81 26H
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ye'saa sdo well to
" shig lacwhere.
A864, so X tt r
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24
NEW SPRING GOODS. :

Hambhrg, s. c., May. Is, 1854. =. : .6a-
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1854-06-24

eSican: :PEINTS.
Ep@s stock Of GooDs
wh hieh ;we would be
ald the public,
BE g. cheap as
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13

IcE.--Ou Sunday last the town was
thrown into commotion, by learning
that there was not a pound Of Ice to
be had for love Or money. At va
rious times during the season, our cit
gems have felt the want Of this essen
,ial article of commerce; our supply
depending upon the New Orleans
market. There isa fair opening here
now, for little competitor in this bu-
sness.
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13
Gyr 4})trklq Culnrt
GEORGE A. PIKE,
EDITOR AND pRopRIEToR.

GgThe proceedings of the City
Council will be found in to-days paper.
Il will be seen that our friend the
Mayor, has temporarily abdicated the
spring bottom chair, and Mr.. EDWARD
HrRlARr, will ofliciate as Mayor pro
tenn. We are panied to learn that
the Mayors Bronchial affection does
not get any better--he goes to New
Orleans for medical treatment.
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13

TIE SUCCESSFUL ORATOR The
Washington Star of late number con
tans the following:
eve have known the House for
many years, and our experience with
that body satisfies us that the success
ful legislative orator is, in early every
case, the man who, having thoroughly
mastered his subject, presents BIZ ideas
in the fewest words and simplest man
ner."
On the other hand number nigh,
be pointed to, who owe their success
entirely to the faculty Of saying much
about nothing
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13
DrsrREss1NG CoNFLAaRARIoN.-

DISTRESSING CoEFLAGRARIoN.--
Our neighbor Of the Gazette furnished
some intelligence in an extra on Satur
day evening, in reference to the great
conhagration then raging in New
Orleans since that time the daily pa
ncrs have come to hand. chronicling
IN detail, the particulars Of this dis
ing calamity. It commenced between
II and IL o'clock on Saturday, and
was not subdued until dark. 1t orig
mated in No. 81 Tchoupitoulss street,
occupied by s. Wright and E. Hart
& Go. The buildings being mostly
filled with inAammable Western pro
duce---Lard, Ooil, Whisky, Bacon
&c, the flames ragged with great fury.
The intence heat Of the day, and the
difficulty Of obtaining water, rendered
the fire companies comparatively use
less.
Asa matter worthy special notice
the proprietor Of the Arcade Hotel,
generously furnished refreshments for
the firemen without money and with
ut price.
The loss is estimated at near a mill
ION and half dollars, falling priuci-
pally on the Crescet and Home Mu-
tual Insurance Companies. The Liv-
erpool and London Company loose
about 100000.
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13

Eg- We hear much complaints
about tho cotton crop, but judging
from sample bowl, from the planta-
ton Of Mr.. George klionpoter Jr., we
should not only pronounce them good,
but rery good.
The Weekly comet. [volume] (Baton Rouge, La.) 1853-1855, 1854-08-13

Gy Bon rirdnts are referred to
the fresh arrivals at CHARLOTTE Il
HorFM.N's. A fresh supply Of all
things needful is now to be had at
tbier establishment.