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The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
OUR PRESIDENTS ON TEMPERANCE.

In the year 1888, saysa contemporary, Mr.. Il. c. De.
lavan, by personal application. obtained the sigma.
lures of Presidents Madison, Adams. and Jackson ia
declaration against the Of arAcnt spirits Each
successive President has added signature to the in
srument, excepting Gen. Harrison, to whom it was
not presented. The document is now made up com
plctc to this time by the signature of ibe present
Chief Magistrate of the United States and is as fol-
lows:
Being satisfied, from observation and experience.
as well as from medical testimony that ardent spirits
as drink is not only needless, but hurtfl and that
the entire dsuse of it would tend to promote the
health, the virtue, and the happiness of the communi
ty we hereby express our convictiou that should the
citizens Of the United States and especially the youn
men. discontinue entirely the use of it. they would
not only promote their personal health but the
good of the country and the world.n
JAMES MADISON, JAMES X. Polk,
JOIN QUINCY ADAMS, u. TAYLOR,
ANDREW JACKSON. MLLARD FILLMORE
NJ VAN BUREN, FRANKLIN PIERCE,
JoHN TYLER, JAS BUCHANAN.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
CATALOGUE OF SOUTHERN GAR.
DEN SEED


llsT RECEIVED AT THE CLINTON DRUG
~ store RAISED and put up by the Society Of Sha-
kcrs, Pleasant Hill, Mercer County, ky. ls57
nanoaSe' riat Dutch, Melon, Nutmeg,
Cabbage, Early York, squash, Bush. .
naGoaSp, LnrEe Dramhead arsnip Hollow Crownd,
hhalsii, Rcd lnrnp, Borccolc.
Radsh Yellow Turnip, Parsley Double
iadish, Long Scarlet, Crcss, Fairly Curled
,'e..uee' nIeeh Ice, Cucumber, Long Green,
Lettuce 9lleshn, Cucumber, Early Frame.
i4eltuee, sugar Loaf, Cucumber, Early Cluster,
Letlhce, White Coss, Beet, French Sugar,
Vh!ol Mhlte Silver Skin Beet, early Turnip Rooted
Onion, Large Red, Peas ROYAL Dwarf,
Iurnlp summer, Peas, Early May,
lhrnp, Winter, Peas, Extra Early,
mnhlrot Long Orange, Bean, Spccklcd Lima,
Tomato, Large Red, Bean, White Lima.
Melon, Water Bean Dutch Pole
Satisfy, or Vegetable Oyster,
Rhubarb Tart or Pie Plant
Peas, Large White Marrowat,
Bean Early Valentine Bunch
Bean Early No-string Bunch,
Corn, Early
nave sold these seeds for The past five wears and
' satisfied that they are superior to any others now
"a market 1hey are Tie only Seed yaised and nut up in
Me SoWm The Proprieors take back all their old
seed III the close of each season, and supply their
agents with fresh seed. BY this means you can al
ways get fresh seed if you buy from the regularly
appointed agent
ISAAC N. LEMON,
hZS Sole Agent or the Parish of East Felicana.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

METHODIST CHURCH SouTu AND SLAvERY.-The IIol-
sten conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church
South at its recent conference in Marion, Va, re-
scinded that clause in the discipline which prohibits
the "buyng and selling of men, women and children,
for the purpose Of enslaving them " The Knoxville
Wing, says that there over one hundred trav-
cling preachers in the conference, and only four vot-
ed against it. The proposition is to be submitted to
the twenty-three annual conferences South between
this and the General Conference in May next, which
convenes in Nashville.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
NEW ADV ERTlSEME ENTS.
PLANTATION FOR SALE

Ia y n ! ION FOX ~ I.E.
'TllE tNpElSlGNED OFFERS For SALE. his
| fMetation on Blacb Gre K, ten nil. south #
Jackson s,Nrcane. south wei OK linton. and MIN.
miles distant irom Port Hudson. Louisiana. conta;n-
lng about sixteen hundred aud twaLty..l,e acre.
IOD acres OF which ar"cl"are,l
HE WILL. Also SELL
" I'D said Tract Of Land huuircd aud fy ,larc,
OF citzens Bank Stock.
Also:
ihn stock ol llogs Goiln and sheep; farming utcn.
sils and Blacksmith Tools.
Also:
"iglt Or Ten Mules, and t"u u three Wagons
HE WILL ALSO
uihi'h on the place Corn at 30 cents Der bnshcl
ana Fodder AT - cents per hundred pounds
~, plantation il in Il high state Of cultivation.
and 100 acres {" tie land has been recently cleared
u has sixteen negro houses, with brcA chimney,
a brick blacksmith shop: also culnmodious stable.
ana barns a ncw gin stand. with 50 SAWS and new
cotton pres we'll aud ci,tern besides two largo
poad' ot water, about eight feet deep which contain
~ ample supply Of water for stock through The on.
fire year.
This plantation will be sold on the most liberal
terms II, TO time. Those wishing TO purchase will M,
ply to me at my place on the Achalulaya. Iiyonia
!. .o""r TO my agent, D. {. IIARpEE. Clinton. La.
nov - ROBERT PERRY
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
Q)6ituarn,

DIED. on the l2ih instant in this Perish. Mr.. n.
NJ, COLLIER, after painful Illness of ten days aged
u years.
Death, the grim moustcr, has been in our midst
time mmcmorial, and has recently entered the happy
domicil of one of our dearest friends causing an ncl
ing void. that Time. with It's soothing influence. can
never wholly cllacc, from the tablet of memory.
Mr. Collier was highly esteemed by all who knew
him, as II sober, Industrious and upright man one
whose word was bond his oath an oracle lie br.
came member of the NJ H. Church u few month.
prior 10 his death but did not fully realize the ines.
Unable blessing cmanating from the perennial iount
of christianity till on his bed of anguishing. The
deceased leaves. To mourn his unimcly DEATH an
amablc wife and one infant daughter. We would.
ror the qualification Of surviving relatives and friend.
state that If there be spiritual bliss or happiness In.
finite, beyond the vale Of tears" he doubtless en-
ioycd iorctastc Of ii. lie died in the happy ass,-
rance Of meeting his Lord in peace and Of receiving
the crown of Life Eternal
And would you. bcrcavcd ones. have your friend
return to tl, Sin polluted world where true appiness
never existed? 10 leave the glstcnng hopes of han
py spirits who surround the immutablc throne of Om
Impotence. chanting praises to the Holy One forever.
No. you canno, desire his return and us our diving
days rolling Oh, let " make ready 10 NEE, him
ii Heaven. I'D.
DIED, beneath tho same roof two days later. Mr..
HANNAH MESSY. mother uf the above deceased.
agtd y year.
Shr Na- hiAd und at,ctoaatc mother. and an
hnmln christian w. those who knew her. no praise
is necessary. She Leave, behind large circle or re.
Nti,u4 nud friend, to lamcn, her death
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

BREACH or PROMISE CASE DEFENSE SpIRITuAlrsu-
A breach of promise case was tried at Penn Yen. y.
T.. last week. The plaintiff was Miss Elizabeth Bask.
in, aged thirty-two years, and the defendant Mr.
George l.. Jones aged thirty-one years. both of Milo.
The defense set up was, that while in that state of
relations towards each other which prccedcs matr.
mony, that lady became convert to spritualism
and an interpreting medium and the gentleman
not fancyng the idea of crowd of unseen spectators
to his marital endearments and domestic felicity,
withdrew from his engagement. The lady recovered
verdict of nine hundred dollars.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

mr. Some industrious individual has figured up
the value of the United States exclusive of men, wo-
men, children and negroes, making the grand to-
tai $4,000, 100000. The assets, as broken bankers
say, greatly exceed the liabilities" 1t is difficult.
however, in tight times, to find money sufficient to
pay fer 80 much property.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

GoFRNMENT RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES. The
receipts into the United States Treasury from customs
sales of public lands and other sources during the
quarter ending September 30, amounted to $40 929,-
SIT ST. During the same period the expenditures
of the Government amounted to S237l4,523 81
The expenses of the War and Navy Departments were
oyer $ll 100000
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
SPECIAL NOTICES.

M MOfFATT'S LIFE HILLS & rIlT.NlX EITTEGs.
NJ he-c remedies have ,tool IT, test Of twrat,
years experience. ami during rmt period hayr brna.
i'tlcl three millions "f individuals. ~ their u.c III.
by y, =. Monai. " d. a3j liroadNny Nrw York.
0r.alr at tho Drag Store or l. " LEMON
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28


~ IA. rae.
Let tears Of joy hclim your eyes.
Not tears Of mouiuul grief.
Their snul- have mounted to the ,kic-
Our los- Il ihrl rcIirf
They wished no longer 70 r.man
Ia this sd vale uf tear. =
Why would Aou wi.h them hack again
From happn IN ;h"ir.:
IhrA ditd iii hupp ii holiness
~ lelrs bnd mand their eyes.
They poke IN wul,l. &c ch"ciiunc.,.
ofry beyond the .hirs
Thr" j. no fear when umut. die.
There can W. none with tho,r Who cry
tIt' Death where is thy sting.
Grave where !. thy victory?
You'll meet thcm III the .piri, land.
around the throne Of God.
Aud non for ii!l II Int >pau
Ghen blo, the chast,uiug rod.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
AFFECTION AND D1SAFFECTION.

Hon. John L. Ward. q distinguished member of the
Democratic party IN Georgia. lately delivered q
speech in New York city, in which he reported as
having said that she stood by the Union against the
attacks of Northern fanaticsm and Southern trca-
SON.. This apparent classification Of Abolitionists
and Southern Rights men in the same category, rs
might be supposed. gave great offence to Georgia
and Mr.. Ward has. in letter, undertaken TO state
what he did say, which that he had defended
the Union against the attacks OF Northern iauaticsm
and would i necessary. defend it against Southern
disaiection"
This correction helps the matter somewhat. and ra.
ther relieves Mr. Ward from the odium of being one
of those nippant and inconsderate brawlcrs. who,
conioundng the enemies Of the constitution with Its
defenders. want to talk in the breath about
Northern Abolitoniss and Southern extremists.
But II is evident enough he labors under strange
obiuscation as to the Southern quarter from which
danger threatens the Union. 1t Is not from Southern
disallecton that his patriotic efforts TO save it will
ever be needed but from that excessive Southern ai
lection which holds II paramount to the right II was
made to preservc-that dulatrous devotion 80 blind
as TO see no difference between the Union of the Con-
stitnton and that other Onion which lhnacism would
erect upon its ruins.
There never was. aud there never will be. a day
when the former Is in any danger from Southern dis
affection but 1t is pcrpctually threatened by the in
iatuation of Northern disalrction Southern disaf.
ection as is called is scrupnlously tender of
the Union of our fathers. that ii cannot tolerate the
impending Union of anaticism. Southern allcc.
ton l. so blindly coniiding that it could hardly see
the difference between the two. and cnuang the sill
pcrsiiiious devotion of the poor hcathcn who pros
irates himself before the Of Juggcrnaut only to
b" crushed beneath its ponderous wheels. would with
IL last breath sing hosannahs to glorious Union :"
That crushed out its very hearts blood Spirit of Tie
South.
The above article illustrates that same spirit. man.
Tested IN certain quarters of this State, TO brand the
true Democracy a. I" ertrtnjss." "fre-eaers.' &C..
and 70 class them with Northern taaa,ics as alike op.
posed to the tnol. Those submission Southern Dem.
oornts. who are 50 rampant to save the Inion even
though the South and her Constitutional rights shall
he crushed under the heel Of Northern Democratic
conservatism, or nationality, if the word is more plea
sing. had better withhold their cpithes and odious
for while, at least, or they may like
Mr.. Ward. of Georgia. have 10 explain more parlicu-
larly what they mean.
Whenever We hear this classification and compar
son of Southern State Rights Democrats with North
ern fanatics we put down those who do it as dcsti-
tuIe of a true Southern spirit as spols-men. who
would sell their birtlright for mess of pottage--
They are ready TO submit TO any wrong for place
they are unworthy of the South
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

ns> The Boston Traveller says that the hard times
nave diminished the number of marriages in that
city, rs is shown by the register 1t may be true
that misery loves company, but when there nothing
to make the pot boil two persons however loving,
are apt to get in a stew, particularly if they have
any small fry.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

Eh- The grape growers Of the West are about
receiving large acccssions to their numbers from
Europe. vessel arrived at Philadelphia few days
since from Genoa bringing one hundred and twenty
five passengers who all to this country with the
intention OF proceeding West and engaging in the
culture of the grape with view to the production
of wine
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

WESTMINSTER ron OcrouER.-To the attentive pub.
shers we are again indebted for this valuable quar-
terly. Contents:
!. Female Dress in 1857. 2. Political Priests. 3
Quedah: or Adventures in Maayan Waters. 4.
History Of Civilization in England 5. Aurora
Leigh. G. The Four Empires. I. The Choephorn Of
Kschylus g Representative Government what is
it good for? .. Mommscn's Roman History. TO-
The Progress Of English Jurisprudence. II. Con-
temporary Literature.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

I. :. SENATOR FROM ALARAMA-A despatch to the
Mobile Tribune from Montgomery, Saturday 2lst,
announces the recollection of Hon. c. c. Clay L. s.
Senator from Alabama, The vote was unanimous.
there being no opposition.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
ESTR

EROM THE RESIDENCE OF THE UNDERSIGN-
l. ed IA Bay Mare, light built, the right, glass eye,
Two white hind feet about eight or nine years old,
has small lump Oh the inside of the left hook.
Any person taking up the above described animal
will leave word at the office of the Democrat.
nov 2S. 1857. JAMES H. GRAHAM
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

CoTroS FACTORY IS TExAs.-Thc Palestine Advo-
cate states that the Tclico Manufacturing Company
has been fully organized, and that arrangements
have been made for the purchase Of $500 spindlcs
and fifty looms. to be used in spinning and wcavinp
heavy cotton and WOODEN goods. Over 100000 of
the capital stock has already been taken, but The
company wish S3OOo0o in order to purchase ne
groes, etc.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

ARTuuR'4 IIoNE MAGAZINE FOR DEcEMBER.--T
number completes the tenth volume Of this magazine.
The publishers have made arrangements to give adj
dlional variety and excellence to the new one com
mcncng with January. This will causeit to deserve.
still more. the position it now occupies, Of being
among the first and best OF the monlles. It's cheap
ness gives it another claim to patronage 50 n year
in advance, or four copies for So Address 7. S. Ar
thur Co., lO3 Walnut Street, Philadelphia.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

PmoRcss's WNNwGs.It is stated in London that
Mr.. TcnBroock received the money won by Priorcss
at the Cesarwich race, as much as 100000, (s3OO-
0Oo) His losses in England have been comparative
ly very small
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

GonEY ron DECEMBER The editors say that they
are willing TO rcst their fame on this number They
might we'll do So and have fear for the result 1t
contains two splendid illustrations, the night before
Christmas !" and "Chrstmas Morning Although
this number is every thing that could be desired yet
the January number is 10 surpass it. This then will
he good time to subscribe. Terms SO per year
two copies. 81 three copies for SO. Address l.. A.
Cooley 323 Chestnut street Philadelphia.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

MEETING OF THE GEORGIA DEMocRAcY.-A large
Democratic meeting was held in Milledgevlle Ga,
on the loth instant, Governor Johnson presiding.
Resolutions were adopted approving the Admins
tratlon OF Buchanan, and urging Gov. Walkers re-
moVal Hon. A, H. Stephens and others, addressed
the meeting.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

SUPREME CouRT DEcIsIoN.--John w. Wood a al..
appellces ys S. S. Harrel Il a.. appellants From
the Seventh District Court of East Feclana. Buch-
anan, Judge Judgment reversed. and judgment rem
dered in favor Of defendants, and against plaintiffs
with costs Of both courts
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

AN ARKANSAS EuPnuIsM.-Cerain articles common
ly known as bowie knives, we see styled, in an Ar
kansas paper protective eW'cfy,
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

EX-PREsIplNr PGTTrT-ihc Boston Post Of fhe
llth says
Ey-presidnnt aud Mrs. Pierce are in this city On
route roi Norfolk. Virginia. TO embark for Madeira
on board the United States steam frigate Powhaian,
which President Buchanan has for that purpose 80
courieousy placed AT the disposal of his predecessor
in Office. They remain with their friends in Boston
till Thursday morning.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

THE sorTH WEsT.-J. J. Jones "desirons Of having
the differences which divided the Democratic party
settled has discontinued the publication of this
paper. Good bye Jones!
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

5za1- The Washington lark.) Telegraph says Red
River is rising slowly, and that there have been kill
ing irosts in Hampstead
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

AMERICAN ENGiNEERs ABEoAn---A Paris letter says:
"Thc young American engineer who was called from
the United States to construct dinlcult suspension
bridge across the Avon, at Bristol Englnnd-a bridge
commenced and given up as impossible by the great
engineer Bruncl-is in Paris, and expresses him.
self as perfectly satisfied Of his success in the under.
taking His men are already at work.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

1,f'" DR.. BARD has disposed Of his interest in the
Caddo Gazette TO DR.. Drury Lacy.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

az" Our merchants offer large assortments OF fine
and staple goods at prices TO suit the times Read
their advertisements.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

COFFEE AND SrGAn.-Brazil produces $40 million
pounds of coffee annually being more than one entire
half that is grown in the world Java produces
0Oo pounds~Ccylon 80 millions. San Domin-
90 80 millions. Cuba and Porto Rico 20 millions
Sumatra - millions Costa Rica millions. Mocha 8
Millions and the British West Indies ) millions.
OF the 2.sOO, 100000 pounds of sugar produced in
1856 Brazil furnished 200 million pounds. Cuba $40
millions, British West Indies $50 millions. and Lonis.
lana and other of the Gulf States 80 Millions About
80 million pounds Of maple sugar nre made in the
Northern states IN year. and France, Belgium Ger
many, Austria and Russia make about 80 m lions
Of beet sugar ina year. Ii consumption, Great Brit.
ain requires annually for her coffee, tea and sweet
meats about $50 million pounds aud the United
State-without quite as sweet tooth as John Bull
demands some 7G0 million pounds.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

HAVE Yor INVESTED? Vow that the money panic
has subsidized thc question naturally arises, have You
invested? In what? Why, in Nauman 4 Strauss
Associated Tombola. the drawing of which will come
of during the Christmas holidays. Then, If your
Investments should turn out a handsome prize what
q beautiful gift II will bc 70 donate TO your wife,
daughter. or lady love.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28
CONCERT on MONDAY NIGHT.

Mr.. Gorendo. the blind musician. who gave Con
cert here some two years since. will give perform
ancc on Monday Evening next The iniirmity undel
which he labors, is strong argument in his baha
for public patronage, and we trust that his appeal
will not be in vain
Mr.. Gorenfo was 20 unfortunate as TO lose his sight
when only eight year Of age He also had the mis-.
fortune to be passenger on the ill-iated steamer
Garden City. which was destroyed by fire, on the
Mississippi river. and there lost NIL his effects
He asks all the friends of humanity and the lovers
of music to aid and assist him at his Concert. where
he hopes to present such attractions rs will merit
their approval.
The pieces will consist of the avorite popular airs
of the country, aud of selections from the most ad-
mired operas.
Mr.. Gorenlo will bc assisted on the occasion by
Mr. Schwartzcr the Bros. Moses, and it is expected
that Mr. Wynen. the celebrated vionis will be pres
cn to conribute h.s valuable services the occa-
sion.
The place Of the performances will be given in the
bills of the day.
The Feliciana Democrat., 1857-11-28

There arc now i've vacancies IN The Scnatc. Tho
terms Of Mcssr-. Fitzpatrick, Of Ala. Atcliisun Of
Mo-. Petit, Of Indiana. Cooper Of Penn. and GNn.
OF California. having expired on the ItI ol March
The Hillsdale standard. [volume] (Hillsdale, Mich.) 1851-1909, 1857-10-13
Boston Water.

A quiet, fathefly old man from up oodu-
try, came to Boston on business tnsny
years ago, and after wearying himself with.
walking about the town, thought he would
try and help nature along t,y taking q lit-
tie beer--not small beer, though-abous
forty drops, which was an established quau.
ti,y with him on "fell days. in the couus
try-when moving, we mean. He tho't
il did him good, foolish man. He stepped
into house where promises were 'hang.
out" Of refreshments, and called for glass
Of beer. II was drawn and set before HIN,
with string Of beads encircling IL tbas
might have graced the neck of a dutchcn.
Destined TO moisten the inside Of his bread
basket, tiney bright eyes looked up TO
him from its brim, and snapped themselves
out with sparkling wink At the old man,
as he gazed upon them Pausing mo
ment, lie raised the tumblcr to his lips,
and drank about third Of its contents. ! I'd
"Rayther strong," said he, smscking his
lips, and holding the red liquid up 70 the
light, in admiration of lis crystal clearness
--"rayther strong;" aud taking pitcher
from the counter he filed the tumbler TO
the briin. gd III ,5sI
He was thirsty and fatigued, and the,
day was warm. He took another pull at
the liquid, draining off about half Of il. aeI
"Well, this is strange" said he, ''this
beer has got such body; the best Think,
! ever tasted it isn't any weaker, that I
can see" trsfE ~ as
And again he filled it up; once more he
crooked his elbow--fillcd up again, andAa
gain drank, the beer apparently growing
stronger rather. than weaker Indistiact
sounds gathered in his ears, the bar-room
took the shape, of two bar-rooms, trying
TO waltz; the decanters were jumping over
one another on the counter; and hisiown.
reflection in near Mirror, Ms well as he
could make it out, had most unequisocal
appearance of being "tight," and he would
have thought that it was so, had it been
any other proile; but it was him, and no.
body else; and he never got 80. Such .
conclusion WIS, therefore, rejected at once,
and strong suspicion of poison entered his
mind he must have been poisoned by the
water sisfii
Landlord !" said hc, ~ believe I'm p-p-.
p-ised-p-p-pisened by your bad Boston
water put into my beer" as j., o,>,.
"Out of that pitcheri" asked the host
pointing TO the identical one. e}
"Yes," replied the old man. ,r sti'
"Why that'sgin, American gin, oldchap.n.
The old man here gave out, and souns
place was found where heslept it of. But
the story got round about the "bad water,".
and when the old mans neighbors got hold
of it they laughed heartily at his expense;
but he laughed with them, and made
that we ought never TO trust TO appearan-
ces, but always to remember that what
may seem innocent may yet contain the
elements Of destruction. r