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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10
For the Advertiser.
REVISION OF KING JAMES VERSION, NO. S.
CONCLUDED


A number of combatants, pro and con, having
entered the lists on the Rivision question, we shall
group together in as small space as practicable
few thoughts more and leave the field.
We promised in this discussion to show that the
coming version of the Bible Union will be the
work, not of Sectarian, but of Christian scholar.
ship-that Sectarianism is not capable of such a
work
The first proof which we offer is that there arc
no facts in evidence going to show that it ever has
done any thing of the kind. When did ever a
number of denominations agree to put forth a
translation of the scriptures? How would il be
possible for sccts holding different tencts, to
unite in translation which if faithful must of ne
cessity work the ruin Of some Of them2 The Bap.
lists must have Immersion" That would Of
course kill off the Methodists, Presbyterians, &C.
The Methodsts could not get along without their
" Bishops" This would not suit the indepen-
dent notions of the Baptists and Congregational
lists. The Epscopalians must hold on to Eas-
ter" as authority for tho feasts Of the Church.
To this Presbyterians would object as q relic Of
Popcry; and so it would 90 on to the end of the
chapter Well those denominational characters-
tics never would be given up by the sects which
maintain them. THEY could not be induced to
submit their peculiarites to the test of faithful
translation. Each and all of those sects would
very willingly agree to have translation which
would fayor their views, but not one that would
discountenance them. The nearest approach ever
made to such thing, so far as we know, was the
reunion of several denominations in the American
Bible Society-to circulate the present version
without note or comment. But they oil we'll knew
that their preachers and missionaries would not
fail so to interpret it as to secure their converts to
their respectses denominations. So that in fact
the Union - was wholly scctarian, however cath
olc it might appear in theory.
But while denominations are uniformly tenacious
Of their distinguishing features, and never can be
induced TO endanger them by an appeal to simple
scholarship, there arc many individuals connected
with them who can rise superior to party consider
ations: men who love christianity better than the
church." who respect the Bible more than the
creed, who are willing to submit the Interpretation
of the scriptures to the only tribunal which in the
existing style of things can determine 81. e. to
the scholarship of tho christian world This is
Just what the "Biblc Union" has done. The
members of this society, which is open to all of
every name, have resolved to have translation Of
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

JAMES B. CLAY NOMINATED FOR CONGRESS-
The information comm unieated in the following
paragraph from the Louisville Courier will be,
no doubt gratifying to all those, who, in the
Presidential election, conferred their support on
Mr.. buchanan. The Courier says "private tele-
graphic dispatch to the Louisville Courier in.
forms us that the Democratic Congressional
Convention, which met at Cynthiana yesterday,
nominated Hon. James B. Clay, of Ashland, for
Congress, by acclamation, and that Mr., Clay has
signifed his acceptance OF the nomination.
"Mr. Clay is as true, and brave and gallant
patriot as breathes, and we have an abiding faith
that the Old Wings and Democrats will be true
to themselves by returning him to Congress. Let
them buckle on their arnlor and 60 into the fight
as becomes men conscious of the integrity OF
their motives, and all will be we'll. We ore also.
advised that w. S. Barnaby, Esq, of Scott, has
been nominated for the State Senate from Fayette
and Scott counties. This is also strong nomi-
notwithstanding Democrat.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10
HaoIBURG HOTELS,

IT will be seen by reference to our advertising col
umns that Slessrs Scorr Co., have soldthe Gamer
lean Hotel" to DR.. GEO. c. crSSISGHAM and Mrs.
MARY CUSSISGHAM. Whilst We wish the former Pro-
pretors great in whatever enterprise they may
engage in future we ut the time solicit and be.
speak for tho mcm Proprieors Of the American
liberal share of public favor Sec card signed Coun-
try in another column.
Mr.. JouS A. MAYS also sends us his card, notifying
is prepared to entertain those who may favor him
with their company. Try this House. We are told
that they give satisfaction there.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10
For the Advertiser.
REVISION EXAMINED.

Mr.. EDITOR With your kindrcss l beg leave
to trespass upon your patience again, and thnK
for the last time, unless something moro than has
been said upon the Revision of the present re-
ccivcd version of Scriptures is said did not III
tend to hold an indefinite controversy. In the first
article 1 wrote, 1 simply intended to advance
my views upon the subject, and in so doing l
grought down uponmy head twopowerful Revision
lists, one under the mask. face Of e. L. W." as
Mr. EDxoSDs, the very accomplished gentleman
and christian, suppose calls all writer's who DO
not append their names in full as hayenot done,
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TWO puELs NEAR HAMBURG.

We learn from the Augusta Consit"t'oHafi" that
two duels were fought On Wednesday morning Oh the
South Curolina side of the river, few hundred yards
above Hamburg. The first took place between Mr..
PHILLIPS and Mr.. MooRErIELD; tho second between
Mr. PRATnER and DR.. APpLERs. Messrs. PHILLIPS d
PRAYTnEn arc the editors of the Lafayette Alabama)
Tribune, and Mr.. MoonEYIILD and DIR. ApPLEBY,
editors of the Lafayette Herald.
The distance was ten PAGES, and pistols the wcap'
ons used After the FIRST fire in each duel, mutual
friends succeeded in adjusting the difficulties between
the parties. Fortunately neither duel was attended
with any injury.
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THE PRAIRIE NEWS.

Messrs W. C. McQUIsToN ]. II. KNOX haverece
ly purchased this weekly Journal published at 0kalo
no, Miss, and have already made considerable i'm
provements thereon. We predict that they will sue
ceed in making the Neass valuable and instructive
paper If any wishes to be posted up in the affairs
of the "Massissip" would say sond 50 to ]. II.
KNOX, formerly of this place. okalona, Miss, and
get the Prairie Ncrs.
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DELIGHTFUL SODA WATER.

DRs. A. G. & T:.5. TEAarE's Soda Fount is now in
perfect operation, and any one wishing drink Of
Soda Water equal to any this "sidc of Jordan,''
should give theirs trial We oil, from the Editor
to the Devil, took q pull of the beverage the
other day, and the universal exclamation was, " its
$plendid-just cool enough-just right every way
best ever made" The ladies have also tried it, and
from the manner in which they resort there those pleas
ant evenings We presume they pleased with its de-
lightful and eXhilirating effects.
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ANOTHER SpLIT.-The latest intelligence from
Cleveland, where the New School General Assem-
bly, of the Presbyterian Church isnow in session,
represents that division of that body IS likely
occur. The dividing line is the old seore-the
slavery question. 1t is said that the Northern
and Southern delegates meet daily in separate
caucus, and resolutions will be finally reported
which will cause formal separation. The &C.
clesastical bodies of the country seem to be
thoroughly imbued with political strife.
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THE SUGAR CROP.

The following, from the Cincinnati Commorcial OF
Thursday, docs not accord with reports heretofore
received from Louisiana, but they come from rella-
bio source:
"Wc are informed by gentlemen of intelligence
that should the prove favorable, there will be
larger crop of sugar produced this year in Louis
lana than in any preceding year. lie says wider
breadth Of land has been pantod and great attention
will bo paid to the cane the high prices stimulating
each planter to extra eSertons."
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10
AUGUSTA MERCHANTS.

Mr.. WM. II. CRANE, of Augusta, Ga, the old and
we'll known dealer in Dry Goods, is now selling of
his splendid stock Of Spring and Summer Goods ut
cost prices; and consequently great bargains are to
be had at his establishment. Mr.. JAMES HESEY also
has commenced selling off ut cost.
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TRYING ONES LUCK.

Everything in this world hinges upon trying ones
luck and those who attempt to try their luck,
always remain in the slough of Dcspond, so graph-
cally described by John Bunyan. Every man can try
his luck if he choose. All that is required is the will
and few moments of decision and action. Enclose
tcn five, or two dollars and half for whole, half,
or quarter Of ticket in Of the Lotteries that are
drawn every Saturday, by the managers, Messrs
Swan ( Co., of Atlanta, Georgia, and the chances
are that you will not have tried your luck in vain
All their Lotteries are lcgalized institutions, drawn
under the supervision of the State authorities, and
they nre prompt with their correspondents in every
respect, being men of high character.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

Nor ENDEp.-Notwithstanding the surrender
of Gen. Walker, it seems that the war in Mica.
ragua is to be renewed again. This may be in:
fefred from the assertions of Gen. Walker in
New Orleans, as well as from the following para
graph which we find in the New York Daily
News of Monday:
Gen. Henningseu In accordance with ar
rangements made BY numerous friends Of this his
gallant soldier on Saturday, p. M, u splendid
serenade will be given him this evening, at bis
residence, No. lao West Twelfth street. His
friends, and the friends of a cause delayed, not
lost, will meet ut National Hall Canal street, at
10 o'clock, and proceed to the Generals house.
One Of our best bands has been engaged for the
occasion and it will doubtless be superb affair.
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Notice..

"HE Subscriber having lost small travelling
Il Trunk on Friday the 5th inst, containing a
large proportion of the Notes and Accounts due
him, and having proof sufficient to satisfy him that
said Notes and Accounts have been destroyed, car
nestly requests those who are indebted to him by
note, 10 come forward and give him new notes.
r. NJ. FULLER.
June 10 1857 If %
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FOR U. S. SENATOR.

The Pee Dee (GOorgeown) Times nominates Chan
cellor Dargan for the United States Senate, in place
Of Judge Butler, recently deceased
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

@5- TEE cigar manufacturers of the United States
will meet in national eopyenti99R at Philadelphia, on
the lst of July, to talk about business generally, and
have o grand smoke.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

The GREAT WrsT-A correspondent of an
Ohio paper, writing from Iowa, draws doleful
and laughable pictures of frontier life. Here is
sample of life where people expect to get rich
before they know it. and pay five, ten and fifteen
per cent. for money per month delightful place
to live, no doubt. We recommend it to the thou
sand and one persons now in this vicinity, who
seems to have taken the emigration fever The
correspondent above referred to, says:
"Debtl debt everybody in debit Sell corner
lots to pay the merchant, then borrow OF the
lawyer to buy real estate again; borrow Of the
miller to pay the DOCTOR till there is nothing that
has anything like fixed market. 1t costs too
much to live here it costs altogether too much
to die, for poor folks; their cemetery lots and
undertakers' bills are so enormous. A place six
feet long in bunch of hazel brush, costs more
than lot in Greenwood, and all because there
is prospect of city some time in the future.
If it were not for prospects, what would become
of this wonderful State?"
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IA NJ e S n E N EY,
AUGUSTA, GA.

HAS superior assortment Of Shcetings, Shirt
LII ings, Irish Linens, White and Coored Goods,
for Gents and Boys wear; Silk and Linen Cam
brio Handkerchiefs, Hosiery and Gloves.
Augusta, June 10 1857 If %
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Sidney Smith was once examining some fow-
ers in garden, when beautiful girl, who was
one Of the party, exclaimed, "Oh, Mr.. Smith,
this pea will never come to perfection % Per-
NIT me, then," said Sidney, gently taking her
hand, and walking towards the plant, "to lead
perfection to the pea"
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Gbe a0uertiser.
ARTHUR SIMKINS, EDITOR.
EDGEFIELD, s. c.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 1857.
ABSENT.
THE Editor is absent on business in the country.
THE CROPS.

The crops in this District from all We can learn are
now growing beautifully, and farmers are in high
spirits and bright hopes of harvesting large and ex
cellent crops. Wheat is ripening very fast, and an
unusually fine yield will be the result Oats are also
looking better than could have expected and will
come in good time for those whose corn cribs are not
as full as they should bo.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

DEATH OF L. 8. SENATOR'S" Ion" the Wash
ington correspondent of the Baltimore Sun,
writes as follows:
Though not three months have elapsed since
the adjournment of the Senate, three Of the
members of that body have, within that time,
fallen before the great destroyer. The deccase
of Senator Adams, Of Miss, has been followed
in quick succession by that of Senator Bell, of
n. H., and Senator Butler of S. c. They were
neither of them in firm health during the late
session. Judge Butler for a number of years
past has held position in the Senate and be.
fore the public, second to no member Of that
body and the absence Of no one from it, when
it shall re.assemble, could be more regretted
than that of the venerable Senator from South
Carolina.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1857-06-10

TIE GREAT EAsTrny.-The wonderful Eng
lish steamer-the "Great Eastern'-is shortly
to be launched and start on her trial trip to this
country in August. She is calculated to accom-
modate 1000 passengers, or il employed in the
transport of troops, to carry 10000 men. She
is expected" says the London Chronicle, "to
realize speed Of ut least twenty miles an hour,
or to accomplish the voyage from England to
Australia between which countries she is to
run) in thirty days. Reckoning the cost at so
much per ton, it is said to be one of the cheap
est vessels yet constructed. The arrangements
for the launching-or perhaps we should rather
clined plane into the river-are quite as extra
ordinary and as noteworthy as the vessel itself
The launch will be by no means slapdash affair
into the "native element" but tedious opera.
ton which will very probably occupy two or
three days"
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GREAT EXCITEMENT IN WASHINGTON CONCERN.
ING Gen. WALEER.-The New York HeraldS
Washington correspondent thus writes, under
date of the 2Sth:
The excitement about Walkers return is in
tense, though not q word has been received from
him by his friends here, nor has the Secretary OF
the Navy received any dispatch on the subject.
The Navy Department do not credit the report
of the capitulation with Capt. Davis, of the st.
Marys, he having, it is said, no authority to en-
tcrtain such proposition. 1t is understood,
however, that Capt. Davis was instructed to rem
der Walker such assistance as he might need i;
and the threat to take the schooner Granada was
only blind to afford the latter pretext for sur
rendering. It's confidently predicted that Walker
will return in ninety days at the head of five
thousand men.
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ST. LOUIS, June z.
HIGnHASDED DoISGs IN UTAH.-The Leav-
enworth Herald learns from Mr.. Williams, who
left Salt Lake City, April 18th, that Brigham
Young was CARRYING things with high hand, in
respect to driving the Gentiles away Judge
Stiles, the U. S. Marshal Surveyor General and
a large number of emigrants, had been obliged
to leave the territory.
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Coz. A. BAKER, JR.-Our friend COL Baker,
has Just returned home from his mission in
South Carolina, in the Kansas cause. He met
with eminent success in his enterprise, and gives
the most aattering accounts of the liberality and
hospitality of the citizens of that noble and
chivalrous State. Col. Baker deserves many
thanks for his invaluable services in behalf of
the South. His able and eloquent speeches
challenged the admiration of all who heard
them, and drew from the public journals of the
State the highest cncomiums. Long may he
live to enjoy the laurels so nobly won.-Spirit of
the South.
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UNITED STATES MINISTER TO CaiSA:-Ihe
Union of Friday announces officially the ap
pointmeut of the Hon. William b. heea as I'm.
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DEATH OF AN EDIroR.-O. H. Wells, Esq,
who was Editor and proprietor of the Greenville
Mountaineer for nearly twenty-five years, died at
the residence of Mr. W. Heinc, of this city, on
Sunday last of consumption, aged ifty.two years.
He retired from the charge of the Mountaueer
on account of declining health, and accepted the
situation of mail agent on the Greenville and
Columbia Railroad, hoping that the more active
duties of that office would restore his physical
strength. But the insidious archer had marked
him for its own, and the prayers aud kind atten-
ton of friends could not save him from the ire.
riocable fiat which had gone forth, to which all
must bow in turn. BY the advice Of Ills physi.
clan he left Grecnville week ago, hoping that
trip to the seaboard might be Of advantage to
him, but the journey was too much for him, and
he sunk under the effort and expired in few
days after his arrival. He was greatly respected
and beloved by all who knew him, and his death
will be mourned by large circle of friends and
relatives Charleston Neaos.
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TIE NICARAGUA FILLIBusTERs.-The follow
ing melancholy details are the sad closing of
Walkers expedition
"It is estimated that during two years, of
$500 enlisted or holding commission under
Walker, about 1000 were killed or died Of
wounds or sickness, 700 deserted, 250 were dis
charged, 43O were at Rivas on the lst May, and
80 in garrison or on steamers on the river. To-
tai, 2,465-leaving SO unaccounted faiO
It is positively known that he received no less
than 5000 recruits from the United States, and
as only 1900 of these are accounted for by de
serton, discharge and surrender, the others
must have starved or been killed or died of dis
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RAGS WANTED!

RAGS WANTED!
/ WILL give fair price foS iood clean RAGS
L at my Store in Hamburg.
8. 4. BOWERS, Agent.
May 81 II 20
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The shoe business continues in more de-
pressed state than at any time before for twenty
years. Leather has fallen considerably, and 10
Dor greatly yet many workmen are out OF en-
ploy and the manufacturers, with little demand
and falling prices for their goods, would not care
to increase their business, evenif the stock could
be worked for nothing. 1t is melancholy to 60
into one of our shoe towns now, and mark the
difference that twelve month has brought to
them.-NepburYp0t Herald.
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EXTRAORDINARY Run AT B1LL1ARD.-A match
dame of billiards of 100 up was played few
gays since at Madden's billiard rooms, New
York, between an amateur player, a well known
merchant Of that city, and Barney Cristal, some
what celebrated among the fancy as an A
No. player. The amateur gave Barney Is,
Barney playing his carom game against his op'
ponent's full game, who ran as high az 76, Bar,
ney being but g.; when, by exquisite skill and
good play, he overlook the Is, allowed him the
rs, and won the game. This has been consId'
cred the gratest run made by any player in the
United States, and We doubt if it ever has been
equaled in Europe.
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RIOT IN WASHINGTON CITY.

The following telegraph dispatch to the fe-
tersburg press, gives fuller report than any
yet received by US of the riot in Washington
WASHINGTON, June 1.-The municipal elec-
tons commenced to-day forenoon. Much ex-
ment prevailed in the second, fourth and seventh
wards, owing to large number of rowdies from
Baltimore, consisting of Plug Uglies, and other
organizations, that were known to have arrived
by the early train in the city, whose presence
itlstigated more dsordery conduct than our own
citizens Fights took place in each of these
wards. Pistols, knives and clubs were used with
deadly effect, and several persons were wounded
severely. The rowdies procured swivel gun
and took it to the fourth ward polls, and
threatened to open fire upon the polls if the bo.
dy of foreigners were allowed to vote. In the
meantime, the Mayor, finding the civil force in
sufficient to preserve order, requested the Presi
dent to order out the marines from the barracks.
An order was issued, and one hundred and ten
marines were marched with fixed bayonets to
the spot the rowdies assailing them with the
vest abuse and epithets. When the swivel was
about to be fred into the. ranks the marines
charged and took it. The rowdy crowd fired on
the marines, side and front, and one man fell.
An order was now given, and two platoons fired
into the crowd, sweeping them up Seventh street
and from the market house. The scene was
past description. After the first discharge the
rioters continued to shoot from the corners and
stalls. Several persons were killed and many
wounded, but it is believed more met their death
by pistol shots than from the marines. The city
is now quiet Another demonstration is feared
tonight.
1t had been prearranged that large force
should arrive from Baltimore on the seven o'clock
train this evening, (Monday, but hearing that
their friends were returning they desisted, in the
meantime the Marines are drawn up at the rail.
road depot to receive them, should they come.
The Marines being on duty all day, the Secreta.
ry ordered out the Light Artillery, from Fort
McHenry, and they were expected to arrive be-
fore ten o'clock tonight The mob have obtain:
ed possession of another cannon, and threatened
to destry the houses of the Mayor and Capt.
Tyler of the Marines. The families and ralua.
bles of these gentlemen have been moved to
places of safety.
A heavy shower is falling, and everything is
comparatively quiet.