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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

~ It is saii that the Fraser River Indians n or
tain IN unmitgatcd hatred to tho Chinese, and uvail
themselves of every favorable opportunity TO scalp
them. The only reason for tEer mpiucabls animosi-
y to the Celestials is that their eyes are not located
in the right place.
~ The Lexington Flag, tells of somo prolific
corn, grown in field of Maj. Henry A. Meetze's,
where a gentleman stood with walking cane in his
hand, and standing in his tracks, touched 30 shoots.
IIurral for Lexington.
e% An incorrigiblc wag, who had lent minister
horse, which ran away and threw his clerical rider,
thought he should have some credit for his aid in
"spreuding the gospel"
Tp During severe thunder storm, in Essex
county, Mass, on the 9Th inst barn in the town Of
Swampscott was struck by lightning and burned, to-
gcther with the celebrated mare Lady Suffolk. She
was valued at $4,000.
s 4 few days ago tremendous excitement pre-
vailed in ST. Louis, Mo-, from the finding of the bo.
dies of two inc looking children in box. Coroner
was called, and jury scraped together, when the
children were found to be of wax.
tSe The acting President of the United States nj
this time is q young man named James buchanan
Henry Each morning he receives the reports OF the
Departments, notes their contents and sends such Of
them as he thinks requires the attention Of his uncle
to the President at Bedford.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
CHICKS AND ELENN,S.

While WILLIAMSON is having its day Of glory,
CuIcK's and GLESN's should not be forgotten. The
latter affords. it ia thought, the very bost medicinal
water in tho Southern country below tho Virginia
Springs. From gentleman, who recently visited
GLESSs, we learn that The house is well kept and
every thing in good order. A correspondent Of the
Grcenvillc Patriot says: "At Genn's Ifound the
Governors family, and he is expected to join them
by the 10Th instant would say, if travellers desire
pleasant company and good fare, go to Genn's." As
tho season is by no means over yet, and will not be
till the fiat of October, wc also beg to speak good
word for old GLESSs. It is perhaps the best water
ing gplace in our State ner all and enlvenel, as it
usually is, by the chivary and beauty of Union and
Spartnnburg VIC have always found it -one of the
most delightful of Summer resorts.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
COM M q NICATI0N s.
For the Advertiser.
pnMulM nrNNER

At meeting of the citizens held in the Court
House. 10th inst, Col. S. CHRISTIE was called to
the Chair and Mr.. CICERO ADAMS requested to net as
Secretary
The Chairman announced that the citizens Of Edgo-
field District had in contemplation Public Dinner
to our immediate Congressional Representative Hon
N. i. BoSHAN, and that the object of the meeting
to make the necessary arrangements therefor at
such time as shall suit the convenience of that gen.
tlcnlan.
On motion of Maj S. S. TourxISs, the following
gentlemen were appointed Committee of Arrange
mcnts: Messrs. J. II. Minis, L. S. JOHNSON, S. B
GRIFFIN, GEO. A. ADDISON, D. R. DuRlsoE, W. P
BUTLER, Tuos e. BACON, JOHN A. ADDISON, r. IL
SULLIVAN and WV. II. Moss.
On motion the following gentlemen were appointed
committee of Invitation-Maj. S. S. ToMPklss, E
sElBELs, Esq, Capt. ]. D. GRIFFIN, Col. LouDos
BUTLER and DR.. J. ". HILL.
On motion, the Chairman instructed the Chairman
Committee of Arrangements to correspond with Hon
NJ. L. BoyHAN, and appoint day for the Dinnoi
which shall best meet the convenience of that gen.
tleman.
On motion of EuNET SEBELs, Esq.
Rcsolred, That the proceedings Of this meeting be
published in the Edgefcld Adrertiser.
Thereupon the meeting adjourned.
S. CHRISTIE, Chairman.
Cicero ADAMS, Secry.
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PLEAsANT WEATHER.

Those Of our people who went to the Springs have
scarcely had more pleasant weather ip that higher
latitude than we hive experienced here during the
past week or two. With fine showers and the thor
mometcr at SO and sso there has been real cause
of complaint amongst US in regard to temperature
The health of the district too remains good-as good
perhaps as ever at this season of the year, and what
with barbccucs, musters, bigmeetngs, &C., we arc oil
getting through the summer better than wns expected
Tho chief resource of the loafers about our little
town, has boon tho congregating of themselves to-
getber, morning and afternoon to discuss the probable
result of the pending election for State Legisla
turo The chief point now remaining doubtful in
that matter is, which two of the eight candidates for
the House are to be left Mt home? The question is
admitted on all hands to be hard to answer, and has
occusioncd litc pcrpe1ity and perspiraton in our
community. Still, we sleep 1t off at night, and come
to tho discussion the next day with cool heads and
dry shirt-bosoms. Not the candidates themselves,
-nud perhaps we must except them in telling how
We have oil enjoyed the pleasant weather of August
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
n Y II E N E A L.

MARRIED, in this Village on the 18th inst, by Rev.
Mr. PICKETT, Mr.. WILLIAM BLACK and Miss
MARY Z. GOLDEN, of this place.
To the happy bride we extend our thanks for her
kind remembrance Of the printers. May tho smiles
of heaven ever rest over you and yours, and "May
all thy ways be peasantness, and all thy paths be
peace"
MARRIED, on the 18th August by Rev. Wesley
Wertz, Mr.. LARKE SNELGROyE and Miss CATH
ERNIE RHINEHART, all of this District.
The above notice was received in company with q
large parcel Of delicious cake, into which all hands
Immediately piched, and after gulping it down with
the keenest relish, wished the brido and groom long
life of uninterrupted joy and prosperity.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
pL1,SpEn1Nc OVERSIGHT.

In un item Of last week k,-plucked at rantlam from
VIZ know not where,-we made our paper guilty oi
the very original blundcr of stating that Capt. JOHN
SMITH "marricd Pocahontas." 1t was only upon Il
casual glance Mt that part of columns when tho
issue was nearly OF, that we perceived the error.
I'VE sny "pcreeived," because it was but nccessn-
ry that it should meet the eye, to stand detcctel Az
scarcely hundred copies remained IMPRINTED ut the
time did rot think it worth while tn stop the press
to make tho correction but concluded to let the state
ment take its chance as il stool. Luckily none Of
our sharp brothers have seen it, and 90 have es
capod the "raEins" We expected and perhaps deserv-
ed. The circumstance will ut any rate lead It's to
read proof little more circumspectly in future. We
might not always be the first to sec our own blunders.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
THE SLAVE TRADE QUESTION.

This matter seems 10 have been brought into the
canvass for the State Legislature in Anderson.
correspondent of the ALbeyillc Banner, reporting the
proceedings at the Williamson Meeting, says that
"all tho candidates were opposed to rc-opening of
the Slave Trade, and, with ono or two exceptions,
pledged themselves not to support any man for Office
who advocated the measure" We presume the re-
mark must have allusun to tho Office of United StnteS
Senator to bo filled Mt the next session. But does
single aspirunt for that 6fce advocate rc-opening
Of tho Slave Trade? We imagine not. There are
some perhaps who would favor the if could
be urged practically. But as matters now stand,
surely no one will he So indiscreet to say that lie
will make this measure part of his Senatorial husi
ness if elected. If there be such an ono he should
have been remotely hinted at for Tint dig
niied and responsible post.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

GG- At late freman's supper, tho following toast
was given: Ladies Of 'jS--lke the frcnans bucket,
,ceH hoope, and like rcmcn, dclightng in the cxhi
bi,ion Of their hose."
lLt- Thabcrg, the pinnist, paid for his per-
formanccs when in this country, $4,000 per month,
exclusive of expenses
Mns-" What are the chief ends Of man? 2" asked 4
school teacher of bis pupils " Head and feet" was
tho reply.
S- x-gorornor JOHN L. MANNING, hns been
nominated by writer in the Charleston -Hercy, rs
successor to Judge EVANS.
D Tho up-country papers pronounce General
DANIEL WALLACE conralcscent.
s9- Tho Union District Agricultural Society held
q very successful Exhibition curly in this month.
The Unionvllc Journal gives stirring account Of it.
Let us spur up in Edgofcd, and DO fully ready for
October Fair.
says:
"a sea-horsc is q sen horse, when
You gee him in the sea
But when you see him in n bay,
BAY horse then is hc'
MiJ- Yellow Fever Is becoming quite severe IN New
Orleans and is prevailing in m epidemic form in cer-
tuin localities.
~ The latest Cnblo news from Trinity Bay, of
tho 18th inst, says: Operations aru progressing
slowly and satisfactorily but the recording nstru-
mcnts arc not yet in readiness for the transmission
of messages"
asg- The Spartauburg Erpre'. notes the death Of
its foreman, Mr.. James W. Kirkman. lie was ma
tive of Maryland.
GN- Dyscncry of virulcnt type is said to prevail
to dreadful extent in several counties in Virginia.
a3- Gen. William Walker passed through Angus
tn on the morning of the 18th, on his wny North.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
PRETTY CONCEITy

The "Autosrat Of the breakfast Table" in The
Atlantic Monthly, ndites the following pretty con-
ceit:
The schoomistress came down with n rose in her
hair-a fresh June rose. She has been walking ear-
ly; Ahe has Jr""yM buck tro othcr',-o"e on each
cherk."
Il told her so, in some such pretty phrase as
could muster for the occasion. Those t~o bHsh
Ijnst spohr Of turned into II conp'e If damaHks."
The accomplished editor Of the So"'her" Literary
Garc'te noticing this little achievement of the A"'o-
crns poetic taste, recalls verse of his own compost
ton, and which was published years ago in the -hcs-
scnye,i bearing very strong family likeness to the
fancy of DR.. HOLMES. The -Ne.sc"Jer's two ruses
came to light in this guse:
An hour or two, and forth she goes,
The school she brightly seeks
She carries ia her huml roYe
Aml ieo apon her checks.
OF course the editor of the .Nrsseagcr is the true
parent of this poetic pair of twins.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

YELLOW FEVER IN CHARLEsroN.-We publish
o dispatch under our telegraph head announcing
that several deaths had occurred by yellow fe-
yer, in Charleston, but that the physicians in
that city say that the disease does not exist
there in an epidemic form.
Sporadic cases of this fever occur nearly ev.
cry summer and fall in Dur sea port cities, and
it frequently happens that it does not assume an
epidemic FORM We trust that the lives of the
people as well as the business interests of our
sister city, may be spared the hazards of an ep.
idemic during this as well as in all subsequent
seasons.-AuguSta Constiutionalist, l4M inst.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
COILS. ORR AND KEITT.

These gentlemen have indicated q decided concur
with Senator HAMMOND in his views of South
ern policy as in th Beech Island Speech We
take it, that our Congressional des CATION is unit in
these counses. Our Senator's conservative tone has
also met tho highest commendstions of the Stnte
press. And fur be gathered from all avala-
bio sources the people of the Stue are with him by
an immense majority. The policy of our leaders be-
ing grounded in wisdom and sanctioned by the ror
popul, it il earnestly to be hoped that we shal here
after preserve united front from the board to
the neutrality-suspicious. cautious in action, while
yet ever aaimis 0pibnsgue par0t.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
1,,M.N NRICI,TEOr,sNEss.

The Scriptures tell us that all human Righteousness
is rs filthy rags when brought to the test Of our whole
duty tu God Perhaps this idea has been more
furcLly expressed than by the following Language
which Sin WALTER places in the mouth Of hi:
"Douce DaYe Deans the stern old Presbyterian Of
"MID-LorulAH:"
but will bear my cross" sail DAVID "with
the comfort that whatever showed like goodness in
me or mine, was but like the light that shines frae
creeping insects, on the Lrae-sidc, in dark night,
it kythes bright to the CO, because all is dark around
it, but when the morn the mountains, it is
but u puir crawling kail-worm after n.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
"sTAND TO YOUR ARMS"

Hon. JAMES D. TRAnEwELL, Of Columbia, in let
ter to the Richland Rifles, says:
"Thc election of Black Republican Abolition
President is just ahead of us, and what sny you to
TINT and is certain consequences? Let me sny, in
answer for you and such be pleased to accept us my
sentiment:
"Stand to yonr arms, Keep your pO'eaer dry and
marx time"
Let this he the sentiment of the whole South and
she will be enabled to shape her own destiny, whether
in or out of the present Union. In the mean time
though, We cannot grant that the election of Black
Republican President is event just ahead Of us.
consummntion SO descstible, We will not acknowl-
edge until it is too palpabe to deny.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
ONE OF THE RESULTS.

The Ckeraw Gazette gves the following ns one
among the many results which will follow the success
Of the Atlantic Telegraph:
"Whcn Queen Victoria takes n notion to present
Prince Albert with another royal pledge of con jnga
Affection the fact will be known throughout
try long before tho little scamp cnn utter a second
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

:as- We publish, to-day nm able letter of COL
JAMES p. CAnRoLL, in roply to one Of Mr. GREoG's
which hns bccnsfor some time before the people We
not to be understood by this making our paper
in any sense pnrtizan in tho pending election. Mr.
GREGG also, if he desires, use columns in the
same way Col. CARROLL does
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

The Charleston Courier, of Friday, says:
There are few cases of yellow fever in the city,
but it is not true that the disease, is prevailing
in an epidemic FORM" The regular report of
the City Register for last week reported one
death by yellow fever; whatever deaths~lay oc-
cur in the future will also be recorded in the
same way, and We refer our country friends to
these reports for the correct estimate and index
of the health Of our city,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
Commissioners of the Poor.

Mr.. EDIroR-You will please announce the fol-
owing gentlemen as Candidates for Commission
ers of the Poor for Edgefeld District:
NJ. GRAHAM,
D. P. SELF,
A. JONES,
JOHN P. MICKLER,
L.O. LOVELACE.
July %, u oO
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
NoM1NAT1ON FOR GOVERNOR.

We observe that writer in tho Grccnvile Enter
prise nominatcs General JAMES W. HARRISON, OF An
derson for Governor Thiais n deserved compliment
to a gentleman of unusual worth. General HARRl-
SON was q class mate in college Of Governor MANNING,
ond like him, has ever been noted for his elevated
view. and hi-h tono of character. South Carolina
has no trucr son within her borders, and none who
would more faithfully or becomingly discharge the
duties of her Chief Executive Office.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
DIR. g. v. CAIN.

A writer in the Abbeville Banner pays touching
tribute to the memory Of this nmcntcd gentleman,
and concludes with the beautiful sanza:
"Grcen lie the turf above thee,
Friend of my better days -
knew thee but to love thee,
manned thee but to praise"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

The first sweet potatoes of the season are from our
young friend of Ridgeway Academy. They are beau
tful specimens Of the early white variey,-smooth,
we-formed and of fine size. NJ. i. W., will please
accept our thanks for his thoughtful remembrance
of us.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

~ Divine service ut Mrs. Brooks Church in
this District will be held on tho 5th Sunday of this
month, instead of the 4th and hereafter the last
Sunday of the month.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
NEW COTTON At HAMBURG

The first Dale Of the season was delivered in Ham,
burg, on Saturday last the 18th inst, Mt the Ware
House of Mr.. CHARLES HAMMOND, from the planta-
ton of JOHN P. Mars, Esq, and sold to Mr.. HENRY
SOLOMON at fifteen ccnts-the quality good mddling.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
GROCERY STORE.

See the advertisement Of Mr.. HENRY SOLOMON, who
has bought out the Messrs CUNNINGHAM in Hamburg,
and ip prepared to serve NIL customers fully and ai,h
fully.
Mr.. S. also deals in Cotton, and will be glad to
prove to the planters that he will give good prices
for the article any other of the interior
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
RARBECUE!

A Barbecue will be given by Mr.. Holly at
HOLLY'S FERRY, on the 9th August next.
The Candidates and the public generally are invi-
ted to attend.
July % At 20
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

RACER KILLrD RY LTGHryISG.-The Clarks.
vile (Tenn.) Jet'srsoniaa learns that the cele.
Lratcd racing stallion " Embassador' was killed
bylightning on Thursday night, the goth ult., on
the plantation of his owner, Mr. Charles N. Meri.
wether about ten miles from Clarksville. EN-.
bassador was the winner of the great Alabama
stake of twenty.eight thousand dollars, in 1854,
and his time is among the best on record.
10 Tho man who has got I'D. r. DIS" Wheel
barrow, will please return it. A hint to tho wiso Is
sufficient.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
aa> Axs1rY 4 Snx. Ga,

IG- ASsLEY L SoY, General Commission Mer-
chunts, Augusta, Ca, are strongly recommended to
public favor. They are an old and highly.esteemed
name in their city.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
COMM RcIA.L.

HAMBURG, hag. 10, 1885,
The receipts of Cotton hero for tho past week have
been lght-priccs unchanged The market continues
to be dull. We quote to 12l cts. h.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
6 SIAMESED.D

Mr. N. P. WILLIS of the Home Journal, has nm
article upon the Atlantic Cable to which he proxes
tho caption, "ESGLAsD AND AAEnIcA SIANEsED"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

The Texas pcnitentary seems to be doing q
good business. From October, 1851, to june
1858, the value of the cotton manufactured at
the pcnitentiary was seventy-one thousand eight
hundred ard tweuty.three dollars, and that OF
woollen was thrty.threc thousand ono hundred
and forty eight dollars
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

zsis- Sec what WRlcHT l. ALEXANDER, of Augusta,
suy Of their "Ncgro Woolens," and other substantial
goods suited to the approaching season.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

The Hon. John Mcclellan, of Woodstock, Ct,
died at his residence on Sunday, the 9th inst, in
the ninety.third year of his age. He was the
Oldest living graduate Of Yale College. Among
his surviving children is the wife of Prof: Benz.
Silliman. Sr.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
August 10th, 1858.

Missouri ELECrIoS.-The election for Con.
gress in Missouri has resulted in the choice Of
j. R. Barrett, Thomas L. Anderson, james
Crnis, John B. Clark, John s. Phelps. Samuel
II. Woodson, and J. W. Noel all Democrats.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
poULLA1N, JENNINGS g. CO.

Attention is asked to the advertisement OF this well
established business firm in Augusta. They have
many friends in the two States, and deserve many
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

NOTICE.
C. H. KENEEY, of Hamburg, S. c., is still
Agent for the sale of LEONARD SMITHS
Smut Machines.
Hamburg, June q II "a
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
GRAPES
FINE SWEET POTATOES.

Mra A. R., of Pottcrsville, will accept our thanks
for basket of delightful grapes.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18
DRY CREEK.

A protracted meeting will commence with tho
Dry Creek Baptist Church on Saturday before the
fourth Sunday in August next. Mnistering bretl-
rem are cordially invited to attend.
July 90 At 29
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-08-18

per cent on thclr circulation. Inc pracc2l workings
Of such policy may bo thus briefly summed up
The dealer in cotton applies to one Of the suspended
Banks for an advance Of $4,000 to buy cotton-to be
consigned to q mercantile house in New York-whoso
character and means are known to be beyond all
question. The money is advanced tho cotton bought
and shipped to New York, and draft upon tho Now
York house is delivered to the Bank payable in 30
days. The s5O,OOO advanced to the cotton buyer is
distributed among twenty planters, perhaps, or moro
who by this means enabled to pay their dobts to
the merchants and tladesmen with whom they deal
and these latter the ordinary customers of the Bank
enabled to pay their debts to the Bank. In
short time tho S50,000 the great bulk Of it has
been returned to the Bank in payment Of debts duo
to it. and at the end Of tho 30 days the draft has
matured aud is payable not deprecated Bank paper
but in specie to that amount which thereupon passes
into the vault of the Bank This course of business
has only to be pursued for short season, when tho
Bank becomes possessed Of m ample supply of coin,
md thcroupon the redemption Of its nstea in
specie. The course Of policy last indicated would
undoubtedly have been adopted by the delinquent
Banks, tho the per cent had been exacted, because
it was the cheapest tho most direct and indeed tho
only means Of procuring tho necessary amount of
coin to enable the Banks to resume specie paynentr
How else could it have been obtained? They could
not have bought it with their deprecated bills
And if they had dono so, and thercupou had attomp
tod to resume specie payments, tho very bills thus
put in circulation would instantly have come back
upon them for redemption and thus another suspen-
sion would have been forced upon them inevitably
But cotton possesses an exchangoable value every
where, and thus commands gold and silver coin in all
tho markets of the world. 1t only by discounts
and loans upon tho drafts Of the cotton buyer that
the delinquent Banks could ever have hoped to resume
specie payments. Mr.. GnKoa in his Bank speech Mt
page 6, sustains this conclusion out and ont: I" In