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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
CurrVton Academies.

THE MALE DEPARTMENT of these Acade-
Il mics is under the supervision of Mr.. j. l..
LESLY. Assisted by Mr.. BASS.
The Female Department will be supervised by
MIR. A. P. BUTLER, assisted by competent Alu-
sical and otner lnstructoress.
Rates of Tuition.
First Glass, Primary Department, per Sess on So 90
2nd I" ordinary English branches, .l2,O ,OO
5nd I" higher English branches. ...... 90
4th " Greek and Roman Literature with
higher Mathematics. ......... .l9, ,OC
Music S20,0
Pupils are charged from the time of entering un'
til the end of the Session. Tuition in advance.
The year is divided into two Session Of five
months each.
sB Good board can be had in the neighborhood
at from So to $40 dollars per month.
ROBT. MERRIWETtIER,
Charm Board of Trustees.
E.h IA If 5
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

SPORTING LADIEs-A match game of billiards
for $4,000 is to be played in New Orleans soon,
between two Creole ladies' of the first respec-
liability" These ladies are said to have few
equals at the game, even among gentlemen, in
the United States.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

FATHER OLeary and Curran were cracking
their jests at dinner party one evening, as was
their wont, when the celebrated advocate turned
abruptly to the good father, saying
81 wish O'Leary, that you had the keys OF
Heaven"
"Why Curran!" asked the divine.
"Because you could let me in" said the
facetous counsellor
sit would be much better for You, Curran,"
said Father O'Leary, that had the keys of THE
OTHER PLACE, BECAUSE COULD LET YOU OUT"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

We overheard, the other day, a dialogue be.
tween two little boys. which amused us:
"What do you think. my father, the other day
shot nine hundred and nnety-nine pigeons with
one barrel of his gun"
"Indeed But why didn't he say thousand
at once?"
(Repzy, reproringh) "Do you think my
father would tell lie for one pigeons"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

SINGULAR TEsTlMoNy.-In recent breach of
promise case tried at Springfield, Mass, in
which man by the name Of Dwight was the de-
fcndant, the mother of the plaintiff gave the fol-
lowing very satisfactory testimony:
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

"WHERE is your house?" asked traveller of
man he met in the depths of the sold solemn
wilderness" of the great West.
"House! amt got no house"
"Well, where do you live :"
81 live in the woods-sleep on the great gov,
ernment purchase. eat raw deer meat and wild
turkey, and drink out of the Mississippi" And"
he added, sit is getting too thick with folks
about here. You're the second man I've seen
within the last month, and hear there is
whole family coming out about fifty miles down
the river I'm goins to the woods agin"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

SECRET FREE Sou OReANIzATloN.-The st.
Louis Republican publishes communication
from Mr.. P. LaughHn, citizen OF Kansas, sta.
ting the discovery of the existence Of secret
military organization in Kansas, designed to
control the affairs Of that territory, and to resist
the execution of any law passed by the Terrific
rial Legislature. One Rev. G. w. Hutchinson,
preacher, is said to be the Grand General uf
! the Order
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

Resolred, That the City Council of Columbia,
through the Mayor, do tender TO the State Agri-
cultural Society of South Carolina the use of
suitable grounds and buildings, in or near the
city of Columbia, for the purpose of holding the
annual fairs or other exhibitions Of said Society.
Resolred, That said grounds he selected, and
said buildings be erected by the City Council,
under the advice of the Executive Committee of
the State Agricultural Society, and that said
grounds and buildings be appropriated to the
use of the said Society so long US they may con-
tinue 10 hold their annual meetings and fairs in
this city.
Col. j. F. Marshall moved the following reso-
luton, which was adopted.
RESOLVED, That we accept with gratitude the
munfcent offer of the City Council of Columbia,
and that the Society be permanently located
here.
The President presented communication
from the Rev. ]. Bachman on Fish Breeding,
which was referred to the Executive Committee.
Mr.. r. F. Simpson moved that the words
after membership, in the third clause of the
Constitution, be stricken out, which was agreed
to, when Gov Means moved The insertion of the
following, which was carried: "And that each
local society, which shall pay S75 into the treas
ury, shall be entitled to three permanent dele
gutes; or shall be entitled to two annual dele
gates by paying the sum of four dollars into the
the treasury"
Mr.. Palmer then offered the following resolu-
ticn, which was adopted:
RESOLVED, That the proposition of the Fishing
Creek Agricultural Society, Of Chester District,
to pay S75 into the State Agricultural Society,
and to send three Delegates annually to said
Society, be accepted and entered on our Journals.
Mr.. Palmer submitted the following report
from the Executive Committee, which was or
dered to be printed, and made the subject of
consideration on tomorrow:
The Executive Committee, who were appoin-
ted at the late meeting of the State Agricultural
Society of South Carolina, held at Columbia,
beg leave to report, that at an early date after
the adjournment of the Society, they met and
addressed circular to the different District So
cieties and to the cilizehs of the State, urging
upon them the propriety of procuring life mem:
bers to the State Agricultural Society, and of
raising such n sum BY individual subscription,
and by State mid, as would place that institution
upon permanent basis, and ensure its more ex-
tended usefulness. Your Committee are graft
fled in being able to state, that although they
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

ARTIFICIAL IcE.-Mix two ounces of nitrate
ofnmmonia with two ounces of washing soda,
dissolve in two ounces Of waller, in tin vessel /;
in short time the mixture will produce ice.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

"HoMEsTEAD EXEMPTION" exclaimed Mrs.
Partington, throwing down the paper; sits
come to pretty pass, indcei, that men are 60.
ing to exempt themselves from home just when
they please without any proviso for cold nights. y
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

The TOBACCO CRoP.-The Fredericksburg
(va) Herald says "The yield of tobacco in the
northern and western parts of our country is
unprecedented in point of quantity: We hear
of growers who have been compelled to enlarge
the capacity of their drying and curing houses,
on account of the large returns of their tobacco
felda
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

Why are the females of the present day like
The lilies of scriptures? Because they toll not,
neither do they spin; yet Solomon in all his
glory was not arrayed like one of them.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

IT IS said that when q Russian husband neg.
ects to beat his wife for month or two, she
begins to be alarmed at his Indifference. A
good thrashing is q striking proof of affection.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
SECOND DAYS PROCEEDINGS

SECOND DAYS PRtEEEDNGS:.
The State Agricultural Society of South Car.
olina again met in the City Hall yesterday, at
IL o'clock A. NJ. The President took the chair.
The following gentlemen enroled'their NAMES
as life.members.
Edgefeld-Hon: A. P. Butler
Ab6erile-Rev. w. R. HemphillD
Richland- Richard SondIey.
FairfeI-Hon. w. w. Boyce, Hon. J. A.
Woodward.
The minutes of the previousdays proceedings
were read and approved.
The President announced the following gen.
tlemen rs members Of the committee te nsemo-
ria!ize the Legislature: Col. j F. Marshall, A.
B. Crook, J. w. Harrington, G: McWitherspoon,
T. Stobo Farrow. l. D. Williams, A. B. Springs,
T. E. Powe, A. McFarlane.
The report of the Executive Committee; which
was ordered for consideration at this meetingr
was taken up, and on motion of r. F. Simpson
was accepted and adopted.
On motion of las. s. Scott, the following
gentlemen were appointed q committee to nouii.
nate an Orator for the next anniversary meeting:
COL B. T. Watts, o. Woodward, R. F. Simpson
The Committee on nomination Of Orator re.
ported the mamie of Gen. Jamison. CONQUERED
| in unanimously.
On motion of Mr. Strother, the Executive
Committee was empowered to select an Orator.,
should Gen. Jam:son decline his appointment.
Maj. William Wallace presented the following
resolution.
Resolved, That it is the opinion of this Socie1
ty that the Executive Committee should take
proper measures 10 procure, at Washington, q
portion of such seeds or plants, as may from
time 10 time be in possession of any department
of the General Government, for general distr-
button, so as to distribute such seeds or plants
among the members of this Society for expert.
ment
On motion of Gen. Gillian, The Society pro-,
ceeded to the special order, which was to hear
the address.
Tn motion of Jus. 8. Scott, the thanks Of the
Society were rendered to Col. Simkins, and
committee of three was appointed to wait upon
him and request copy of his address tor pub
lication.
On motion Of Dr.. R. w. Gibbs, Mfr. Peter A.
Brown was requested to make certain statements
of his microscopic discoveries of hair and wool.
Mr.. Brown addressed the Society in explanation
of his discoveries. no.
It was moved that the thanks of the Society
bs rendered to Mr.. Brown for his scientific, in
structive and able lecture on wool and hair, and
the raising Of each by different breeds Of sheep.
|. On motion the Society adjourned sine die, 10
meet again on the second Tuesday of November
next
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

THERE are men in whose presence we can
feel no pleasure. If they speak, we are dis.
gusted and. even if they say nothing they ar'
noy Va.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
AN ARKANSAS LEGISLATOR.

A member elect of the lower chamber of the
Legislature of Arkansas was persuaded by some
WAC Of his neighborhood that if he did not
reach the State House at ten o'cork on the day
of assembling he could not be sworn, and would
lose his seat He Immediately mounted with
hunting-lrock, rifle and bowe-knife, and spurred
till he got TO the door of the capitol, where in
the chamber of the lower house, OIL the ground
floor, all were walking about with their hats on,
smoking cigars. Those he passed, ran upstairs
into the Senate Chamber, set his rifle against
the wall, and bal!ed OUT
"Strangers, whars the man that swars me
in?" at the same time taking out his credentials.
"Walk this way," said the Clerk, who was at
The moment igniting real principe, and ne was
sworn without inquiry.
When the teller came to count noses he found
that there was one Senator too many present.
The mistake was soon discovered, and the hunst-
man was informed that lie did not belong there.
Fool uho! with your corn bread?" he
roard, "you can't funk this child, no how you
can fix tim elected to this Legislature, and
I'll 90 again all banks and eternal improvements,
and if there's any of your oratory gentlemen
wants to get skinned, just say the word, and I'll
light upon you like niger on woodchuck.
My constituents sent me here, and if you want
to floor this two legged animal, hop on, just as
soon as you like, for though I'm from the back
coultry, I'm little smarter than any other
quadruped you can turn out of this drove.
After this admirable harrangue, he put his
bowie-knife between his teeth, and took up his
rifle with Come here, old Suke, stand by me !"
at the same time pointing it at the chairman,
who, however, had seen such people before
After some expostulation, the man was persua-
ded that he belonged to the lower chamber, up
on which he shealhed his knife. flung his gun
OH his shoulder and with n profound congee,
remarked, Gentlemen, l beg your pardon. But
if didn't think that lower room was grogge-
ry, may be SHOT"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

THE Council in Augusta have passed an ordi.
nance, we learn, declaring that in future all
corn in the ear; sold in that city, shall be estima.
ted at sixty-eight pounds to the bushel, instead
of siXty-siX
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

A Doctor once returned n coat to tailor
because it did not fit him. The tailor afte rwards
seeing the Doctor at the funeral Of one of bis
patients remarked to him
"Ah, Doctor, you are happy man."
"Why 500"
Because when you do bad job you stick il
under the ground"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
Terms, 5000 per annum, in advance.
w. F. DURISOE & SON, PUBLISHERS,
EpGEFIELD c. H, S. C.
GEFIELD C. H., S. C.

OUCH is the name and style of Monthly Peri
- odical the publication Of which we purpose, the
Lord willing, to commence on the frst Monday IN
January next The main design OF this journal is
for the discussion of all subjects pertaining to Chris,
tian f,ith and practice Additional TO this, we shall
prcsent such articles Of literary character, orIsna
and selected. as will have tendency to refine the
tate and elevate the sentiment Of the reading pub
lii. Politics also, considered as n science, and as
affecting the principles Of Law and Government,
and more especially the mighty movements OF the
nations as they work out the designs OF God, Will
claim due aud proper attention. But Politics de-
graded to the squabbes of demasoeues and factions,
will be utterly eschcwed and repuiatcd
AS respects matters purely religious, we shall, oil
eourse, advocate the principles Of the Baptist Com
munity, as derived from the Scriptures, and rcpub-
lsh from standard and other respectable works, ar
tcles pertaining to our own Literature; but our
columns will be
Open to all of Every Name,
For the defence aud advocacy Of their principles,
claiming only the right to judge of the suitabeness
Of all articles for insertion, aud to make such crtl-
cism on them as may be deemed expcelent
In this undertaking we have the satisfaction
announcing that several gentlemen of eminent ab-
~ and attainments have kindly engaged to render
us occasional assistance.
The Journal will contain FORTY PAGES Of
reading matter, and such advertisements as our
friends may favor US with, not inconsistent with the
character of the work, making at the end OF the
year neat volume of 4S0 pages, suitable for bind
ing in book form.
With regard to the mechanical execution Of the
work we deem the announcement, that this will be
under the direction of the Messrs. DUEsoE, sufi-
cient guaranty for its faithful and tasteful perform
nnceSand without further words, encouraged by
the expressions Of good will and promises OF sub
stantia aid from many friends. we throw the mat
ter before the people with an assurance OF every
effort to render satisfaction for the support that may
he extended to US, and respectfully ask them to let
the "LIGIlT" shine.
eg Our terms of subscription are Two DOLLARS
per year, in Advance, on receipt of the first num-
Der. Ministers Of the Gospel, of every denomina-
tion who may be unable to comply with the terms,
will be supplied with one copy each, on application.
r A list for the signatures Of all who wish to
encourage the work, may be found at the Post Office
and also at the Advertiser Office.
sB-All letters or communications addressed to
Undersigned will receive prompt attention.
E. l.. WHATLEY,
Editor and Proprietor.
Edoefeh 6 c.. Oct 18th, 1855.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

A MUSICAL PRoDIGY.-There is, in this vicini-
ty, blind negro boy, only six years old, the
property of James N. Belhune, of the Corner
Stone, who exhibits the most wonderful capacity
for music, and is able to play almost any piece,
even the most difficult, upon the piano forte,
after hearing it once or twice. He has never
been instructed in music; his knowledge of the
science is, therefore, instructive. He has the
most intense passion for music, and exhibits the
greatest emotion during his performances. We
have never seen so wonderful a musical prodigy
before.-Columbus Times.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21
Edgefeld Male Academy.

RNHE Exercises ST this Institution are now in
progress for the Fall Term under the control Of
Mr.. w. E. McCASLAN, as Principal, and Mr..
IT. 3. CROOKER, as Assistant
The regulations of the Academy are being re-
arranged BY the Teachers conformity, and will soon
be perfected.
The Village of Edgefeld offers many inducements
to parents in an educational point Of view. 1t is
perfectly healthy as general rule. 1t is free from
the evil influences of grog-shops. 1t is religious
community. And it car justly boast Of an enlight-
ened society.
Over the Male Academy the Trustees exercise q
direct supervision and are consulted in all cases Of
extreme punishment. They propose to give more
af their attention ia future to the weekly reviews Of
the scholars, that an additional stimulus may be
impaired to the classes.
The present Teachers are capable and energetic
vouur gentlemen in their respective departments.
Their School numbers about 40 at this time, leaving
abundant room for 90 more. 1t is hoped that parents
and guardians within reach Of US will Immediately
embrace the opportunity.
Terms as per last Session.
f. T. MINIS, =
A. SIMKINS, :
G. A. ADDISON.
LEWIS JONES,
BENZ. WALDO.
Sept 19 oo.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

"THE LAZY Mans BEDsTEAD," is the title
given to an article of furniture which attracts
much attention at the fair of the American insti-
tutc in New York. 1t is described lis a newly
invented bedstead, attached to the head of which
is a small alarm clock, so connected with tl:e
bed that at given moment the alarm bell will
ring, and in five minutes thereafter it the sleeper
does not arise, the mattress upscts, ana lie is
straghtway, and without any ceremony, tumbled
out of bed. The difficulty will be in getting
the article into practical use. Will lazy man
buy it?"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

Paints, Oils, Dye Stuffs,
DuTTA in Bladders, WINDOW GLASS, any
size cut to order. For sale by
A. G. s. T. J. TEAGllE, Druggists;
May %
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

1 Proue oil things, hold fast that 1rhich is good.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1855-11-21

Paris, Octaber /, 1856.
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1855-01-27
INAUGURAL ADDRESS
Gov. POLLOCK.

FELLOW CITIZENS: :-Custom sanctions, and de-
mands, brief declaration oil lie principles and
policy 10 be adoped and pursued ty an Executive
about 10 assume lhs functions Of that office. The
character oi Our institutions demonstrates The pro
prieiy Of such declaration. All the just powers OF
the Government emanate from The people, and 10
them should be communicated the manner IN
which ii is proposed TO execute the power confer
red.
The people are sovereign: and in the exercise
Of heir sovereignty, they have 1" "ordaned and es
abshed" constitution for The government OF The
Sac That constitution, have this day, IN the
presence of nv fellow citizens, and oil HIM who is
The searcher Of hears-and with humble reliance
on His wisdom 10 drect-sworn 10 support Inc
high powers therein delegated 10 the respective CO.
ordinate branches of The Government ara CLEARLY
expressed and defined Side by side with the
graat OF powers stands the declaration OF IEIe rights
Of the people, recognizing Inc general, grea and es
seniia principles of liberty and free government -
To guard against the lransgression OF the powers
delegated; and to preserve forever invlola'e the
rights, liberties, AMI privileges OF The citizen, thus
declared, will be bo!h duy and a pleasure, in
faiI harmony with every sentiment ofmy heart, ev
cry impulse of my nature.
Republican institutions are the pride, and Justly
line glory Of our country. To enjoy them is our
privilege, 10 maintain Them OFF duty. Civil and
religious liberly-ireedom Of speech, and OF the
press, the rights OF conscience, and freedom OF wor
sap-aTe he bIrhrgh and boast OF The American
NJ H.
restrain Or destroy aiem. In the enjoyment oflhese
blessings The rich and the poor, The high and the
low, meet logelher-lhe Constitution in It's tnIl
scope and ample development, shields and protects
hem all When these rights are assaed, these
privileges endangered, either by mad ambition, OF
by Influences foreign 10 line True interests of the
Na'ion anI al war with love of counlry-that no.
Ole impulse OF the American heart, which prompts
ITO revere home and naive land as sacred objects
Of is sffecons-iti is then The baiIot-box in lis om
mpoence speaking in thunder tones the will OF The
people, rebukes the org, and VIndicaies The
freedom Of the man-ihe independence Of The ciIi-
hen 10 The American people have The blessings
oeeh Committed as sacred trust; they are, and
mOs ever be, their guardians and defenders. The
American cizen independent and free, uninau>
s"ced by parzan attachments, unawed.b by ecclesi-
''cal authority or ghosly inloerence--in The
s'ens'h OF fearless manhood and in the bold asser-
4 "OH o his Tighs-shoud exhibit 10 he world'a liv-
s Illustration Of the superior benefits oil American
4 NSpuoIcanism; proclsiming true and single al
o'ace 10 his country, and TO no other power bu
,us Uod hat made and preserves Us as Nation"
''ue, intelligence and truth are The foundation
'f H1Ios'c By these orr Institutions and
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1855-01-27

Bfeeches of fah,' screamed Mrs Parlins;on
as she heard The term applied to Mexican violations
Of the armisice. eas s5E
"Weil wonder what they will have next,
have heard tell ofcIoaks ohypoclsy," and '' robes
oi purify, but IneveI heard OF bteeches OF faith
before. hope they're made of something thu ,
won't change or Wear ont, as old Deacon Gndgin's
faith did, Tor his was always changing. He wen,
from believing that nobody would be saved, TO
believe that all would be, and al last turned out
phTenologer and didn't believe nothing wonds'
II is as strong as cassi simere!' and she bit of hsr
thread and prepared needle full
Bradford reporter. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1844-1884, 1855-01-27
Wal, he ras a h'yRs ahead ="

Nj DE BALzACK, was lying awake in bed when
he saw man enter his loon cautiously, and al.
tempt TO pick The lock OF his writing desk. The
rogue was not lille dsconcerted al bearing loud
laugh from The occupant OF the aparlmen, whom he
supposed asleep.
Why do you langh - asked he THEFT
A" am laughing my good fellow" said N. de
BazAck, " TO think what pains you are taxing, and
what a tisk you run, i'll the hope OF finding money
by night in desk where the lawful owner can
never fad any by day" The thief g. evacuated
Flanders al once .-s