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Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

ASSEMBLY SPgARERsHIP.-A Sacramento friend
Of the candidate desires us to suggest the name
of DR.. Ellis as candidate for Assembly speaker
ship. He resides at Michigan Bar and was elect
ed we believe, by the Administration Democra-
cy But no matter by whom elected, we are sat
isied, by long acquaintance in Sacramento, that
he is altogether fit for the office, having presided
creditably in similar body in one of the West
ern States. The candidate was esteemed in Sac
ramento for good citizenship, cultivation Of mind
and solidity Of judgment. We are persuaded
that he lacks no qualification necessary for the
fail to be one of the most influential members.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

JOHNSTON has been acquitted of numbering
Ferguson in duel, two doctors having testified
that had deceased permitted the wounded limb
to be amputated in time he might not have died !
Then the conclusion is, we suppose, that Fergu-
son killed himself.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

THE Marysyille ErPress says that the Sacra-
mento river is gradually filling with sand and
mud from the mines; new bars are forming,
clearly demonstrating the necessity of railroad,
and that in a short time none but light sailing
craft will be able to ascend the river, except at
high water
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

BY GAS LIGHT-Last Sunday night DR.. Dayi-
son lighted his first gasburncr, in Anderson x
Seaman S drug store. It gave an admirable light,
and gave very brill liant evidence that the Doctor
ted is quite an era in Advancement To prevent
the Butte Record, or some other rascaly paper
from remarking on the fact, we will observe, that
although DR.. Davisons is the first light Of the
sort ever seen here, his WAS not the first gsspipe'
discovered in WeaveryiIle.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

QUARTZ DIscOyEmEs.-We have seen several
pieces Of very rich quartz rock, found in this
county in places which tho discoveries do not see
fit to make known. Judge Miller has had rich
Rush Creek mountain, Deadwood, and numerous
other places Trinity, there is indication Of rich
quartz resources, which, we presume, will be de-
veloped within very short time.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

ANp, BY THuNpER,' IlE WOULDN'T Go-The
HYdtdu'ic Press relates that Deputy Sheriff was
suhpenming jurors in San Juan, and he encoun-
tered one man who couldn't and wouldn' I attend
court Il can't go,' he protested; 'Oh, that's
what they all say replied the officer, 'you must
co. les, but can't you see; Pm to be married
tomorrow and, by thunder won't go This
appears to have relaxed the ShorG's grip, and
satisfied the demands Of law citizen.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

the Sixth Regiment OF Inlantry--5OO men,
200 teamsers and servants, and 100 wagons.
passed through Sacramento on Thursday week.
to their destination, Benicia. The Bee says their
citizens were quite excited by the sight Of so
many regulars. The train was two miles long,
and occupied an hour in passing
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

DoCroRs' SruFF.'-'go save annoyance, we
find it necessary to repeat that we don't print
quack doctors abominabic advertisements. We
will not assist imposition, muc less print obscen-
tiles. Good physicians do not thus prostitute
their profession; it is only the ihree-ccnt swamp
doctor who adopt. tae humbug system, and, in
most eases, without any knowledge Of medicine
whatever. We don't think the publication OF such
like reputable business.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

THERE wat prodi.ious marvel the other night
when Jerry Robbins brought his stage in without
a top, looking like circus wagon They sup
posed Jerry had turned over, but twas a mis-
take Jerry had only hauled up for repairs to
patch the holes in the wagon-top, withal-he
hadn't split any of his passengers Jerry never
spills 'em.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

BREyfTY.-Some of our correspondents forget
that long articles are bore We seldom pre-
pare an article of column length, because we
have learned that tediousnoss is destructive to a
newspaper A good rule for correspondents is
to write as briefly as possible, then erase every
word aud line that can be spared, then send to
the printer
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

We are amazed to learn, from the Golden Era
that Cen McKibben killed number of Indians
in Hoopa Valley, recently.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

NeD on THE JURY.-An old fellow, down South,
used to 90 to town on spree, and always accoun-
ted to his wife for the detention by saying he
had been caught on jury One day he had a
corn shucking. and sent a negro for some whisky
Ned tippled at the jug till he fell OFF the mule
and spilled the liquor He got home in the
morning, however, and when questioned, said:
Ah, massa. ! was kOteh on dc Jury Z
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

The Shasta Courier says: The Alta Express is
dead = and in the next line, adds Many thanks
to Wells, Fargo & CO.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

TRINITY CENrRE will, after while, be very
important place. Two companies there are TAX
ing out gold pretty fast lone at the rate Of 500
a week. A large wator-ditch is available, and
great extent Of territory which looks very much
like gold-produoing soil Trinity Centre is a
thrifty little place. and is the trading point Of
about $50 persons
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

? DITcuEs have been dug almost in every direc-
tion on Faggtown Flat, much of which is to dis
appear the coming mining season.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

THE California Home Journal is not a safe pa
per to have in families-ts head is all bruk out
with the measles
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

CRUELTY TO THE SICK.-The Downevile Su-
pervisors order the INDECENT sick to be kept in
the 'Fetter House ? We have the Democrats
authority
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

TIE editor Of the Sierra Democrat advises
quartz convention in his immediate neighbor-
hood. We had supposed that one quart was
was enough for him
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

VIZ have seen very rich prospect obtained on
the East Weaver divide in the vicinity Of Mus
ser's dggings-two pieces Of gold worth about a
dollar and half and found on the top OF the
hill
TIE ranchmen on Hay Fork are about open
ing wagon road to Weayerville, and parties are
engaged in selecting "a route. This will give us
communication with very important territory.
REcErvED.-The Sacramento daily Zee, by cx-
press. The Bee is a most enterprsing and wide
awake little newspaper and has the appearance
Of great prosperity.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

THE State Treasurer has sued Wells, Fargo &
Co., San Francisco, for s2l, ,25l, alleged to have
been obtained fraudulently in bonds so stated
by Sacramento Bee.
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

'SrErANDFErcn IT. of Evans Bar, sends us
the underwritten epitaph, which is several tomb
stones ahead Of any thing recently extracted from
grave yards
Here lies the body Of one John Trollop,
Who made these newdug stones to roll up,
When God Almighty took his soul up,
Ills body won't 10 ell this hole NM
Weekly Trinity journal., 1858-11-20

We are not surprised at the sharpness of seve-
raj lower country editors, considering their fire.
auent acknowledgements Of fles'
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20

LADIES BoNSETs.-the Home Journal for the
current week is thus severe on Ladies' Bonnets.
We quote for the ladies:
"a bonnet is designed to protect the head and
face, i'll the external air, from cold, dust, light,
etc.: and to do this, it should cover the head and
shade the face. And. for centuries it was so con-
structed as to perform these offices, Within q
very few years from tho present timc however,
bonnets have been gradually reduced in size, I'M.
til the face is entirely exposed, aud all of the
head is left uncovered except circle on the
back of the head about six inches in diameter
the very place which is already abundantly pro.
tccted from cold by the coil Of lady's hair, con.
fiued there by her comb So that, in fact, bon
met, has ceased 10 fulfil any of the conditions Of
its constructions; and, but for the nanlc of the
thing" might as well be abandoned altogether.
This is an extraordinary result. The bonnet has,
for all practical purposes, ceased to be an article
of ladys costume. Her face, therefore, is wan.
tonly exposed to the bright burning rays CT the
sun, which indeed parasol may ward off and it
is boldly exhibited, both in front and in profile,
to the public gaze, against which no parasol can
avail. Then, her hair, which unlike the short
hair Of man, cannot be readily brushed and
cleapsed, BECOMES clogged with dust that naces.
sarily ,eRlains there Aud lnally--th last point
being far the most impoptant-tlis unnatural ex-
posure of the bare head to the extreme cold of
our winters, leads many women to premature
grave.
Why is this?
1t is because Madame Blank, the mllincr,
exercising her prerogatiye of the one woman
power, chooses to hareH So"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
MEASURED PHRASES AND ROUNDED
PERIOD,

It is little curious to obserYs, how favorto IN
exercise the rounding Of periods, and tho measured
tread of composition would seem to bo with certain
authors So plainly is th, fancy sometimes exhibi-
ted in descriptive passages that one slead to suspect
the writer of having actually moulded his prose by
means Of blank-versc machinery. We were struck
with this, the othOr day, in glancing casually
phaptsr or two in DIcKESss Martin Chussleasit Let
US make Q4r naraipg clearer with tho help of some
short examples from the b99k in qpestion,-6rst Civ
ing them as they are and thsn ysrsifylng them Eih-
out tho change of word. It is not necessary to 60
beyond The fourth Of page to find instances enough
to illustrate QpF observation:
Hero then arc the extracts, rfrbatiw, as He find
them in MARTIN C#pAztEwlF:
"What better time for driving, riding, walaipg
moving through the air by apy means, than fresh,
frosty morning, when hope ehserily through the
vens with the brisk BLOOD and tngles in tho frumo
from head to foot"
"From cottage ohimnoys, smoke went streaming
up high, high if tho earth had lost its grossness
being SO fair, and must not be oppressed by heavy
Yapour."
"And lest tho sun should break this charm too
eaSeriy, tuele uoPo9 peLWeeu MIN anu Tue 8fQunu
mist like that which Waits upon tho moon summer
nights"
"Tom Pinch went on not fast, but with o sense
Gf rapid motion, which did just rs we'll aud as he
went al kinds of things occurred to keep him hap
py. Thus whep 10 came within sight Of tho turn
pike, and as-0h long way off, -ho saw the toll
mans wife, who had that moment checked wagon,
run back to the little house agaip like mad to sny
(sbe knew that Mr. Pinch was coming. And she
Yss right for when no drew within huf Of the gate,
forth rasAsd the ollmans children, shriekng in tiny
,horus, Mr.. pnchw to Toms intense delight The
rory tollman, though qn ugly chap in general, and
'ne whom folks were rather shy Of hanllipg, came
'ut himself to take the toll and give hm rough good.
morning."
Wa next versifs tho same EXTRACTS without altera-
ion Of word. IT will be seon that they urs very
early in the correct PsasaFa CT blank verse:
What better time for driving, riding, walking,
Moving thro' tho air by any means,
Thap fresh, frosty morning, whep hope ruRs
chesFily taFe' the Veins with tho brisk blood, !
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
THE LATE FAIR.

Our agricultural fair Of Friday last pasaed of With
flying colurs. Tbs exhibition usa whole was worthy
of the district The stock show especially fine.
IN the household department there was capital ar
ray Of good things. Tho ladies-work department,
and III. departmen, Of Fine Arts, were also credita-
hly filed Iu the mechanical department, ON admi
rable saving machine, by Mr.. TllLrAS WATSON. Jr"
attracted much attention. A very complete little
clock il. likewise worthy of particular mention, made
out .and.out in this village hy Mr.. F. II. CASDEE.
Many other articles were highly rnertorous but We
have not time to speak Of them ut present
1t cauee Of congratulations to society, that its
third annual Fair has been so decided a success.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
TO THO NEwpERnY vIND1cr1yEs.

Gentlemen Gobblers We accept tho invitation
conveyed by the resolution Of Mr.. RICHARD SHoyARr,
and will attend that "possum festival" without hes-
tation or dubltation. Say to Mr.. TIMOTHY IDpIrY
that regret his taking alarm ut our "serous tone
and hope to convince him, over u glass Of simmOn
beer that he has not rightly appreciated the supen-
dous refinement Of our affected indignancy. On the
occasion of the Festival" to trip Dick SlIoS-
AIRY up at every point. We acknowledge, very frank
ly, that under the influence of his sublime Dutch no.
mencature, at first began to feel rie cin lechter
naehen, carried along before Teu.onick blast. But
the Genius Of the old Ausle Saxon quickly beckoncd
US into her k-buund hsrbor, and VIC yet schrimm
safely and not only schrima. but are endowed with
preteruatursl weapons, which We have received upon
the solemn condition that use them only upon one
occasion, and against man,-that occasion, the
"pos*um festival in honor of ST. Pelxuicke,"-t
man, the deYoted RICHARD SHoSARr. All the rest Of
you have a free pardon, but for piek-lO! BY My
soul why would ye hays it sO' there is no escape
Au reroiF,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
1858.

From this table, you will that the mortality up
10 oh OrfoStr Of the present year has been nearly
equal to that of 1854 10 2lH October, II days atsr
and that su addition Of II doaths more, will make
tho number of deaths this season, equal to The rhole
nuuLsr for 1854.
During the past week VIC have boon caOd to wit
ness the most distressing domestic bersavemsnts iu
our respectable and wall known families. The most
affecting snse is that II DR.. Sanford W. Barker, Sen
trE haa na4
blsnnd sstimsbls gentleman has in one brief fort
night committed to 6e grave two grown sons and a
daughter all between the ages of l6 and 81, victims
of the epidemic. In the family Of the late Mr.. Geo.
A. HszehurGt, two grown daughters have been taken
away from young and broken bearted circle in one
short week. Two young members of the Barnwell
family, have also fallen victims within few days Of
each other.
There are only few instances OF aggravated dis
tress-whers "sorrows have not come alone, but in
battaliuns," and where the heart of sympathy and
the voice Of friendship struggle in vain to find words
through which convey consolation to soothe des-
psir. Doubtless thore are many similar among
the obscure and unknown, whose last hours are
unattended by the gentle and tender Offices Of weep
ing relations and friends, and unblept by the hopes
and promises Of religion and the Gospel.
Col. Jshu Ashe Aston, died at Sulvan's Island on
Saturday last. lie wa. gentleman Of highly cuti-
r.ted mind, and high toned generous spirit Courte-
Gus, social and aable in bis intercourse, he the
model of \ true Carolins gentleman. His devotion
to literature and fine arts, will his loss to bv
deeply felt patron and supporter Of every enter
prise for tho advancement Of either cuuSe He uas
the originator and untirng advocate Of that noble
organization Tho Carolina Art Association for the
benefit Of which, hs assiduously laborsd with all the
resources which ample and leisure, and his in
fuence among large circle OF friends and relatives
enabled him to bring to its aid To his associates in
this work, his death i. an irreparable calamity, Al,
few mon are to he found who con comLins the zeal,
ability and opportunities which their lamented coai
jutor possessed for such an undertaking. colA hns
left young and interesting family.
Mr.. Sanford W. Barker, Zone Of tho sons of Dr.
Barker,) WAS young member of the Bar of great
promise and excellent character. The published trib-
u.es to bis memory from his brethron Of the profess
sion, show tho exalted estimation in which his virtues
were held BY them. During the brief period Of his
legal experience be had coBeiiated general favor and
his carly death will be one Of tha sad repincscensea
Of this fatal season.
This morning We are enjoying very acceptable
and pleasant change in che nssther. A clear cold
bracing atmosphere invites outdoor reersption, and
the streets already gvs evidence that many are sagpr
to improve the opportunity. CLAUDE.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
RELIGIOUS NOTICE.

The next 9th Sabbath Union Meeting will bs
held with the Mt. Lebanon Church, commencing
on Friday the GOTH of October inst, at 10 o'clock
A. M., organize, and attend Immediately upon the
Introductory Sermon, 10 be delivered by Elder D.
D. Brunson Elder S. P. Gctzen, alternate.
Query 1st-What constitutes Church Of Christ
2nd-IIas the Church power to release a
member from his Church obligations.
j. S. MATHEWS, MODERATOR.
G. W. Nixon, Clerk.
Oct. l2, 1853 81 DO
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
FOR SALE,
Money Wanted and must be had!

THO those who have ,patronised me so literally
i during tho past year return my thanks ;
but then don't know that / should he so thank
full after all, unless those who arc indebted will
come forward, in very short time, and pay up.
Those of my customers who imagine that sell
my Groceries on credit merely for the sake of
having a large amount owing to me, are certainly
mistaken My means would not warrant such an
idea, even if my desires were so inclined But
gentlemen, | NOW WANT MONEY; and you
whom have credited, without doubling your
ability or inclination to pay now appeal to for as
sistanco. Pay me my dues And what you DO, do
quickly. E. T. DAVIS, Aat.
Oct 13 If 40
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
A GnIEvoUs DEATH.

Our community Was greatly shocked during tue
night uf Wednesday last, by the sudden killing Of
young Isaac MATTHIAS JoSEs, u member OF one oi
our ,uust highly esteemed families lie fell in per-
suuul rcne"ntre, by the hands Vi TnOXAs MAEKEE,
having received one ur two fatal :tahs from knife
in the hands uf the latter. We forbcar oil Comment
The matter will be investigated and the true nature
Of the unfortunate occurrence a.certanrd before the
,ro,.r tribunal. Itiss srievous aliron to the be-
reared family. May heaven help them to bear 1t with
.rtilude!
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20

MATRIMONIAL ApsAIs IN New JERaEY-A
singular matrimonial affair, THE Paterson Guar.
d1aa says, occurred at fawPough, Bergen county,
on the 4th inst A young lady was to have been
married to Andrew T.. Bush. The eomnanv NO.
assembled and the ceremony about to take place.
The minister and bride were waiting the arrival
Of the happy-to Le.nsds young man. He was
spon espiei coming towards the house dressed for
the occasio., aud arrived at the gate, vhere he
was met by her fathar who prevailed on him to 20
back, and would not allow him to enter the honse.
Tie party sat down to supper after which the
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
CHEAP FAMILY GROCERIES

CHEAP FAMILY GROCERIES !!
TNIIE Subscriber lie now receiving and opening
i VERY CHOICE STOCK Of we'll selected
GROCERIES,
To which lie bega leave to invite the attention OF
Planters in want of Choice Supplies. lie may be
found in the Block Of Buildings formerly occupied
by GEORGE ROBINSON as a Hardware Store.
My course will Be to adopt the old motto,
GA nimblc Penny is better than a
Slow Shilling -
My Stock will consist in part u the following ar
cles:
St. croix SUGAR;
New Orleans, old process, SUGAR;
new " do
Stuart's A. e. and C. Soft do.
(A) Crushed do.
." Sugar House SYRUP;
New Orleans do.
Cuba MOLASSES;
Old Government Java COFFEE;
Rio do. superior;
English Dairy and cos'en CHEESE;
Choice Old BRANDY AND Holland GIN;
jamaica and New England RUM;
John Gibson's XX and Xxx;
Rectifed and Tennessee WHlSKEY;
CONFECTIONARlES and PICKLES.;
MACKEREL, SALMON and SARDlNES;
Superfne FLOUR, 60, &C.;
A Frosh supply of ORANGES and APPLES;
Together with many other articles ton tedious to
mention. THOS. KERNAGHAN.
P.S-Also a fresh supply of No. l and 2
MACKEREL in Eitts, and Bbls;
Buckwheat FLOUR. No. l.;
Fine Spanish sEGARs;
MACCARONI; CITRON; and CRACKERS;
IS Bills. Fresh Thomaston LIME;
TX.
Hamburg, Jan. 10 1y 9
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20

FIRR.-Our town and vicinity within the last
week have been visited by two or three rather
destructive fires. The gin house of Mr.. Baggers
Mobley, some three miles from town, with its
entire contents, including about thirty bal.s of
cotton, Was burnt on last Saturday morning the
same evening, the blacksmith shop of Mr. John
Simpson, of this place, shared the sans fate;
and on Monday evening, Mr.. John W. Kiliian
lost very considerable Lot Of lumber near the
depot, from the same cause. In every instance
the fire was the result of accident, or 1t may be
in some measure carelessRess,- Sand.
ard
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20

The "SIcx Man oF5AMERIcA." "A correspo9-
dent Of the New Orleans Picayune, writing from
the capital Of Mexico, says that unless, some
change for the better should speedily take place,
the Republic mast become mass Of ruins. The
real condition Of affairs is thus summed up:
The desnlation and the abandonment OF TWEEN.
ty or thirty towns.
The Punishment ftom their homes of at least
100000 persons.
rrL. Ak. L..., .et2Af lrnlral.- &c ha n;andaa-
The complete stagnation of all branches Of
trade and industry.
The insults Of many females by the rabble
soldiery.
TheIuseless employment of $4,000 persons in
keeping up civil war, and their consequent de.
moralization.
The sacrifice Of SlOO,OOO,OOO . money, ami.
mails, food, clothing grain, &C., taken by force
property actually destroyed in consequence Of
these ieuds.
These are already the proceeds of seven
months strife, and still the fires Of civil dscord
burn, ard the indications are that the flames
are but in state of infancy. The struggle that
has so long been sustained on nominal political
principals, is now rapidly changing into de-
monac war of castles, to carry with it the enact.
ment of these atrocities which characterize tie
savage, and set aside all the rules of civilized Or
halfcivilized people.
There con be no mistake in saying that MI
the worst passions of the native Indians are now
being worked upon to iacite them to make q
relentless war upon those who have become
their masters, and converted into fruitful fields
their old hunting.grounds. l have seen lately
several most infammatory proclamations circu-
lated amongst their pueblos, urging the natives.
the rightfu owners of the soil,n as they are
pleased to call themselves, to rise en- masse, and
extirpate from their lands their unprincipled
plunderers and hairless task.masters.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20
MoneV Wanted

and Isand for Sa1e.
4 LII persons indebted to the Subscriber on
n Not.s now due, are requested to settle up by
the 18th day Of November next.
have for sale two hundred and eighty lone (28l)
,cres of Land on Mountain Creek. The Build
inqs OH said place are all new, and the Lands in
high state of cultivation.
would also like to purchase 10 or IL able bod.
led Negroes, for which will exchange Notes, now
due or to become due by the first day of January
next Il. It. HOLLOW Af.
Oct 10, 1858 At Al
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-10-20

Frost NEAR CHARLESTON conductor on
the up train from Charleston on yesterday morn.
ing, informs us that there was q heavy white
frost in the low grounds, in the neighborhood of
ChaFleston, and for thirty miles up tho RAILROAD
on that mornings -C1HstHNti0nqlfa, lTik inst