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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
PUBLIC MEETING.

In obedience to the request ofmany Of our lead
ing citizens, we publish, this week, tho call for a
public meeting at the Court House on SacS.day
next. The object of this meeting is perhaps suf-
iciently well known already. 1t is designed for
the purpose of comforting upon tho proprioty of a
representation the part of our State in the ap-
preaching Convention Of the Democratic party, at
Cincinnati, and in order to that end, of appointing
delegates to meet the delegates of other Districts
in Convention at Columbia, in May next.
After having briefly indicated our own opinion
in favor of this movement, and published from
time to tim" tho opinions and arguments Of others
whose distinguished position and acknowledged Il
bility afforded q more commanding authority, we
do not think it requisite that We should add uEo
ther word. On our outside page will be found
forcibly written and, We think, conclusive article,
careful and candid perusal Of which will certain
ly be sufficient to influence any one who MAJ yet
be chatting between two opinions"
If it is determined that the State should assume
decided position in the contest for tue next Pres
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FIRE

We regret to learn that the dwelling.house Of
Mr.. MILES A. FAIRIES, near Ebenezer in this Dis
trict, was entirely consumed by fire on Sunday last
Mr. FAIRIES and his wife were absent in atten-
dance upon worship, and had left the house in
charge Of several small children, who in their ab-
sence were unable to render any service. All the
furniture, clothing provisions &c., Of the family
were destroyed
The people of Ebenezer, with characteristic lib
erality, are now engaged in erecting new house
for tho family of their unfortunate neighbor, who
is esteemed as an honest, industrious and deser-
vingman. This good work is worthy Of all COM
mendation, and onght to suggest to others the du-
ty of contributing their mite for the relief Of the
sufferers. We are pleased to note that consider
able amount has already been subscribed in York
vile, and we hope that those of our citizens who
have not been called upon will promptly come for
ward with their donations.
Mr.. FAIRIES is very poor man, and this mis-
fortune, destroying every article Of household
pI operty has eft him and his family in the most
distressing and needy circumstances.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
THE MURDER I'M CHARLOTTE,

In alluding to the murder in Charlotte last
week, we characterized it as "cold-blooded" ia
king our impression from tho rumor we had caught
up, confirmed by the exceedingly brief report in
tho Whtg. The Democrat of Tuesday has more
satisfactory account, which gives an entirely differ
ent coloring to the affair. We copyit.
yesterday free negro well known in this town
by the name of Mice Taylor, was killed by stabs
received from knife while making an assault on
white man named james Donehoe. The fatal
affair occurred in the Southwestern part Of the
town, at place chilled California. We learn that
the negro was indebted to Donehoe, on account of
lumber furnished him. Donehoe wanted his mon
ey, and the negro refused to pay him, alleging
that he did not owe him anything. A quarrel en-
sued, and in the next place On assault by the ne
gro on Donehoe, who drew knife and gave his
assailant three severe stabs in the body, killing
him on the spot. Donehoe, who did not attempt
to escape, was arrested and lodged in jail"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
OUR IMMEDIATE REPRESENTATIVE.

During the long contest for the Speakership we
deemed it duty to keep IN eye closely fixed on
the course of our Representative, holding our
selves in readiness as well to condemn the wrong
as to applaud the right. BUTT was duty the per-
formance of which, it happens, has been to US
constantly the source of sincere gratifcation.-
Never did constituency have better reason to
be proud of Representative. Firm, consistent,
independent, fearless and always patriotic, while
he gave his support cheerfully to the champion OF
the democracy, he steadily refused to mingle in
their suicidal caucuses, deuc cunced their measures
as productive of disorganization, and opposed
from the first to the last moment Of the contest
the adoption of the rule which, true to his proph-
ecv, worked out the success Of abolitionism. But
NO set out merely to indicate our approval Of the
cucomiums upon the course of Mr.. BoToE, contain
ed in the following article from the Carolinian:
Throughout the recent long-continued contest
for the SpeakerShip," says the Caroiinian, sit
will be conceded that the course Of the Hon. W.
W. Boyce has been such as to command the ap-
probation of his entire constituency Jealous md
attentive, he has shown himself the faithful and
reliable representative. We find him. ut one time,
directing pertinent questions to the Republicans,
at another, giving expression in eloquent terms to
dark forebodings respecting the continuance of
the Union, and always rendering consistent sup
port to the candidate Of tho Democracy and the
South. Displaying, too, much sagacity and fore
sight, he voted against the adoption of the plural
ity rule and, uncompromising to the last, record
ed his vote against the resolution Of MIR. Cling
man, which declared Mr. Banks duly elecsd.
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"Nor did Mr.. Boyce, in his support of Mr.. Rich,
ardson-him who was originally tue candidate Of
his party-make any sacrifice Of principle For,
when having some doubt about Mr.. Rs opinion on
the Wilmot Provso, it will be remembered that he
promptly withheld his vote until he had received
ter, however, of Mr.. Boyces abandonment Of,
and return to Mr. Richardson, is fully explained
in the following remarks Of Mr., B., which wetake
from the Globe, of the 26th ultimo: ..-
''Mr Boyoe (when his name, was called) said
desire, Mr.. Clerk, briefly to explain the reasons Of
we'll known that, until last Monday, steadily,
on every ballot voted for the distinguished gentle
man from Illinois. On reading his remarks in the
Globe Of last Monday, felt some difficulty in fur
ther voting for him, on account Of the opinion
which he appeared to express in reference TO the
constitutionality Of the Wilmot Proviso. there
fore reluctantly ceased voting for Mr.. Richardson,
"A gentleman for whom had the highest res.
pect-whom have looked upon as man emf
nently distinguished for his sense of justice to all
sections Of the Confederacy man I-hom Carlyle
would call real man.; q man of earnestness,
sincerity, and truthfulness of character. had
witnessed his efforts on this floor to pass the Ne
braska bill-that great measure Of justice to the
South. II was, therefore, with the greatest re-
luctance that felt compelled to withhold my vote
for him after reading his remarks in the Globe.
81 was very glad to-day, however, when an in.
cidental debate sprung up between himself ss:9'
the gentleman from Tennessee, (Mr. zollioater,)
to hear him express an opinion that the Wi,mot
Proviso was contrary to the spirit of the Consti-
tution because that which is contrary to the spr-
it of the Constitution is, in my opinion, inconsist
ent with it, and, therefore, unconstitutional, be-
cause we are to construe the Constitution by Its
spirit and not by its letter.
"With this understanding, therefore. of the
opinion of the gentlemen from Illinois, which was
incidentally expressed to-day, felt at liberty to
again cast my vote for him. And do 50 with e1,
treme pleasure, because am unwilling to qui,
whom I sympathize 30 much, and with whom
have been hitherto acting on this subject / vote
for Mr.. Richardson"
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dency, it is salimportant that the action be taken
by the masses of tho people, firmly and, if poss-
BILE, with m entire unanimity Of sentiment and
feeling. The truth should be appreciated that the
movement is one of the very last importance--the
danger to be averted far more imminent than any
that has, since the formation of the government,
threatened our institutions. The Democratic par
ty, such as it is, is now our "forlorn hope"-with
it We must rise or fall. We earnestly trust, there.
fore, that our people will esteem it duty to at
tend the meeting, aad by their aid and counsel
give weight and dignity to its action. The meet
ing will probably be addressed by several speakers
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14

ed prior to the great day and duringit observance
they have again signalized their patriotism by pub
fishing in ON enduring form, and with great labor
complete and graphic history Of the celebration
nies, might learn what was said and done in honor
Of the occasion.
The pamphlet before US contains full account
of the preliminary meetings that were held in vari
GUS parts of this State and Of North Carolina, 70
prepare for the celebration. 1t embraces most
elaborate graphic and !ife-like description St sns
the Hon. Jno. s. Preston, the orator of the day,
and the Hon. George Bancroft, the great historian,
letters of response from Hon: Edward Everett
Hon. P. Kennedy, Hon. W. A. Graham, and other
distinguished gentlemen Of our own and adjacent
States, and an appendix which gives asa aetaIsa
history of the battle; altogether most valuable
and interesting pamphlet. Werepeat our obliga-
tions to Messrs. Melton and Miller for the copy
which they have presented to us.-Carolina Times.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
INVALUABLE REMEDIES.

Here are few simple remedies for prevalent
disorders which are going the rounds, and which
we have no hesitation in pronouncing infallible:-
For sea-sickness-stay at home.
For drunkenness-drinkc cold water.
For health-take jacobs Cordial"
For accidents keep out of danger
To make money-advertise in the ENQUIRER.
For coughs and colds-Epsom Salts.
To keep out Of jail-pay your debts.
To be happy-subscribe for the ENQUIRER.
To look nice-buy evans & WooDwARD's Pal
metto Polish"
To please all-mind your own business.
To have good conscience--poy the PRINTER!
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
nIERE.mENTION,

We give this week that other contribution of
"K." The "Lines" will be found on the first
page.......We learn from the Charleston papers
that the trial Of the boy Anderson, charged with
the Ariel murder, resulted in verdict Of "Not
Guilty"-the jury not leaving the bo1..".....Gen.
Cass fell from the steps Of the Capitol last week,
and was severely injured. Itwas feared that con-
gestion Of the brain might result but the last &C.
counts state that he has since recovered 80 that he
is now considered out Of danger. Many fears
are entertained of the safety of the steamer Pac.
&c, which left Liverpool several days before the
sailing Of the Persia, and has not yet been heard
from. Vessels have been despatched in search.
.......A large and enthusiastic mass meeting of
the Democracy was held in Concord, New Hamp-
shire, on the 7th, in which Messrs. Oar, of s. c.,
WELLER, of CAL, CoBs, Of Ga, JOHN 8. WELLS
and others, made speeches."......The next quar-
terly meeting of the Grand Division, Sons of Tenn.
perance will be held ut Bennettsville, on the 23d
day Of April next General CAREY is expected to
be present ...... That sermon concerning, can be
played on harp of thousand strings, was got
UP by G. 8. Morris, ESQ.,, Of Port Gibson Miss
Let the individual be cannonizsd along with JONES,
the "Cousin Sally billiard" man....,....Be careful
about the cotton dresses on your "little ones'-
the editor Of tho New York Sunday Times men
tions that during the past week, on looking over
his exchange papers, he counted not less than
eleven infants, within circle Of three hundred
miles, that have perished in the flames.
At meeting of the citizens of New Institute,
Iredell County, North Carolina, it was resolved to
change the name of the village and Of the Post
Office to Olin, aud committees were appointed to
petition the Department and the Legislature for
that purposc ......... The Commercial Convention.
in session at Richmond, adjourned on Saturday
the Cd instant, to meet again in Savannah, on the
second Monday in December next. The proceed
ings were not of on important character, embra-
cling the usual resolutions on free trade, direct
trade with Europe, tho encouragement of home
industry, home schools, Colleges, press &c. A
Committee Of nine was appointed, j. D. B. De-
Bow, Chairman, to whom was referred all resolu-
tons adopted as the sense Of the Convention, and
who arc charged with the duty of preparing and
publishing M address to the Southern people de-
voloping and expressing the views Of tue C0a7en-
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14
ARRIVAL OF THE PERSIA.

The new Steamer Peraa arrived at New York on
the eth, with Liverpool dates of January 28th,
seven days later than the advices by the Arabia.-
This arrival confirms the impressions looking to
the concluding Of peace, and adds that the chan
ces in favor of pacific settlement Of the dispute
are on the increase. Although we are not to con-
clude from the act of Russia that she has thereby
indicated her readiness to accept whatever tcrms
may be proposed by the allied powers, we ore yet
prone to the belief that the Gar is sincere in his
professions Of desire for peace, and will assent
to any terms that may not be entirely derogatery
or dishonorable. TIE main portion of the neces-
sary CONCESSIONS, however, must come from the
other side of the dispute. The proliminaries, it
was thought, would be settled by the I'd of Feb
rusry, and the conference convened soon thereaf.
ter.
The reader will, perhaps, desire to recall the
terms of the several propositions, which are to
be made the " basis Of negotiations" at the COM
ing conference. The first provides for the aboli-
ton of the Russian protectorate over, and the COM
plete independence Of, the Danubian Principaities
with the right granted to them Of conforming
their system of state government to their own wish
es and in exchange for the strong places and ter
rtories occupiedby the allied armies, Russia must
consent to rectifcaton of her frontier with Tur-
key in Europe. Second, the freedom Of the Dan
ube and of its mouths. Third, the neutralizstion
of the Black Sea, which shall be opened to mer-
chant vessels Of oil nntons-closed to war navies;
consequently no naval or military arsenals shall
be created or maintained there. Fourth, the i'm
munities, religious and political rights of Chris
tian subjects in Turkey, insured by an alliance Of
which Russia shall be invited to form part
Fifth, the reservation of the right to produce spe-
cial conditions over and above the four guarran-
ties.
The following items were brought by the Per-
sia:-"The preparations for peace are apparently
making progress. 1t is stated that Baron Brunow
will be the Russian Plenipotentiary. No place of
however, the authenticity of which is doubted,
says that the meeting will certainly be in either
Paris or London. 1t was probable that all the pre-
liminary signatures to the agreement to meet
could not be appended until the 2dinst. The Gar,
however, had ordered Prince Gortschakof to sus-
pend hostilities in the Crimea, without waiting for
ON armistice to be declared. It is rumored that
an armistce had been agreed upon for three
months. Russia's sincerity, as formerly, was much
doubted but appearances are all fair and straight
forward. France, England and Austria continue
to accord, although it is foreseen that grave ques
tions must arise during the negotiations.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14

MR.. Wheeler, Minister to Nicaragua,
has written to Mr.. Marcy, that Walkers Gov
ernment was firmly established, and that
he had an army $500 strong, had a plan for
union of all the Central American States,
would be doubtless successful; and that,
under these circumstances, our Government
might receive Minister in the place Of Mr..
French.
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dams had gone further south, and consequently
the attack VAS quite unexpected.
'The Attack was lead by Okshan, subchief,
VINO ia exasperated at the destruction OF his village
by tie troops, which occurred short time siuce.
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Tribute OF Respect.

Alta meeting Of the Students OF the South Caro-.
lima College, held on the 5th inst.,, Mr.. Harris
Covington was called to the Chair, and Mr.. W. c.
Bird appointed as Secretary.
The following resolutions were proposed by g.
N. Lieber, and were unanimously adopted:
The Disposer Of Life and Death having removed
from this world cur yenerated teacher and flially
beloved friend, Rev. RoBERr HEsnY, D. D., Pro.
fessor Of Greek Literature; therefore
!, Re,olped, That as feeble token of veneration
and affection for our departed Professor We unite
in this public expression Of sorrow, at being thus
suddenly bereayed Of one OF our kindest and most
learned teachers. ,
.Resolued, That, while we singly doplore the
heavy loss with which we have been afflicted, we
mourn for our institution, that hence8orth it will
be deprived Of one Of Its brightest names, and that
he who contributed for many years his full share
toits name and fame, was taken from rs at the
present jhncture. -
], Resolved, That, warmly chefishing his memory,
we claim it as privilege to bear the remains of
him We loved so well to their final resting to
provide for everything connected Herewith, and
appropriately to mark his grave.
Resolved, That we will ask permission to place
tablet in the College Chapel, with thenams Of the
deceased the date ofhis birth, the year Of hisap.
continent as Professor, and the date Of his death
inscribed on the same - u ~
< Resolped, That we wear the usual badge of
mourning for thirty days. 80. e ~.
Resolved, That committee Of three be appoint
ed to presenta copy of the foregoing resolutions to
the mourning family, who will not consider us @
trespassing upon sacredness Of their grief since
we are feliow-mourners. - . =
Resolved, That these resolutions be published in
the newspapers Of Columbia and Charleston.
~ b. CovINGTON, Chairman.
W. C. Bird, Secretary.
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labors, our colleague and friend, the Rev. RosERr
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GbeYorkbilIs &nqnir&t

EDITED BY
sAM'L w. MDLTON...JoHN L. MILLER.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1856-02-14

US neat pamphlet, containing full account Of
the lato celebration of the anniversary of the Bat
Ito of Kings Mountain. To the preservering zeal
of those gentlemen, more than to any other sim
glc moving cause, more perhaps than to all other
causes combined, is the country indebted for the
magnificent and most appropriate style, in which
tho descendants of tho everglorous heroes Of
"tmcs that tried mems sous," )" testified their ap-
probation of the mighty deeds Of yalor which were
signalized on tho 7th October, 1880. They earn
cstiy devoted themselves to the task Of arousing
tho people of South Carolina, North Carolina and
Tennessee, to sense tho duty which they owe to
the noble hero-patriots of Kings Mountain The
columns of that most excellent Journal over which
they preside with so much ability and credit,
contained appeal after appeal to the gratitude
and patriotism Of the people They succeeded
in infusing somo Of their own zeal into the hearts
of the citizens Of Yorkvillo and the District of
York, and several public meetings were held, III
response to their calls, to make the necessary
preliminary arrangements for grand rally and
a glorious celebration. The fire spread into other
sections of tho country, and the conductors Of
other journals called upon the people to gather
once more around the "grand old mountain. -
The conseQuecc was, grand celebration Of ono Of
tho most important battles that wrought out A.
merica S independence.
In these remarks, we would not be underStood
as detracting in the least from the selt-sacrfcing
labors Of tho several officers and of the various
committees appointed to supervise the celebration
of Kings Mountain nor from the zeal of the citi-
zens of York District generally, who freely lent
their services and contributed Of their substance
to commemorate the great anniversary. They all
did their parts well, and deserve great paise there
for.
:, But not content with what they had so zcalously
and with 20 much credit 10 themselves accomplish
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for payment, but on unfolding the scrip,
found nothing but piece of black paper
The note had been written with his own
ink.
The Editor of the Sovereign appeals to
the South to support his paper, which he
has been publishing at loss from the be-
ginning: yet the abolitionists can come
into the Territory, and food the whole
Union with falsehood and SANDERS, and
thrive and grow rich on their vilainy, by the
contributions of the wealthy fanatics at the
North. We know our brethren at the South
have the ability to sustain few papers in
the Territory, to defend their rights and iu-
stitutions, and We urge immediate and ma
terial aid and action in this, as well as all
other matters pertaining to Kansas affairs.
TThe sauatter Sovereign is published at At
Gibson, Kansas Territory, Weekly at 81 per
snuum, in advance
- In England the hour of dining iudi-
Gates precisely the rank. The Queen dimes
at eight o'clock, p. m.; the higher nobility
at seven and half past; the ordinary country
gentlemen at six; the professional people and
richer classes of merchants and manufactur-
ers at four Or five; the shopkeeperS at two or
three; clerks at one; working men at twelve.
As man rises in social Importance, his din
ner hour advances. Some men of humble
origin and great luck have eaten their way
trom plebean twelve all down the hours of
the afternoon, and ended a glorious career
by solemnly dining with royalty at eight;
spleulid reward for the labors of lifetime!
Eaton Democrat. [volume] (Eaton, Ohio) 1843-1856, 1856-06-19

UTWe lean that two worthy Black Repub-
Leans from Eaton, addressed the good people
Of West Alexandra on last Saturday evening,
and that The harrangue OF one oftbe speakers
was Of such an obscene and disgusting nature,
that a large portion of the audience left the
room, and have avowed that If ever he visits
there again, and delivers himself of such a
q batch OF blackguardism, that they will treat
him 10 0 shower of those offensive missiles,
which in common parlance is termed chad
eggs" We would not justify proceedings oil
this kind, but we think rome means should be
adopted to teach these raying, rantiDg. crazy
abolitionists, that they cannot outrage every
fee cling of ~decency and manliness with impuni-
lty, forthe purpose OF advancing the absurd and
fanatical principles of The Black Republican
party. A good cause is frequently advanced
az much by its aaVersaries as by its advocates,
and we verify believe, that the disgracefu
conduct Of these abolitionisis will tell will
effect sgainst them, in November next. Tba
cause cannot be wrong which arousest the bit
Ter snimosities Of men Who seek 10 obliteralt
all yeneration for decency and the sacred re
~lstions of social life; and who SANDER ant
bhspheme all who are opposed to their nefa
rious schemes.