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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
ANOTHER BACHELOR GONE,

Ono by one the bachelor barristers of Edgeheld
are leaving the Land Of Single Blessedncss and pas
sing tho bourne which separates them from the City
Of Cvnuubial Felicity Our friend, JOSEPH ABSEY,
ESQ.,, is the last "case in point" We cordially c1-
tend to him the right hand Of fellowship; Aud to his
fair bride VIZ ask to offer warmest congratulations
upon her arrival at her new homo in Western Caro-
lima May the ladies of Marion and tine men of Edge-
field manage still further to cement the bonds OF
uniun betwecn the two Districts. A work so hand
somely begun, should by all mems 60 bravey on.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
Tho Patriot d Mai. Perry.

Our last i" Patriot d Nountaincer" is not at hand
but from an exchange before us VIC pluck tho follow
ing notice:
"The Grecnville Is. C.) Patriot d Mountainecr, Of
the til inst, contains the vedictory of the Hon. B.
F. Perry, who for seven years has been the editor
Of that paper"
We Gun scarcely realize the continued existence Of
the Patriot without Mabr PERRY ut its helm 80
inscparaby and forcby associated have they been
from the first morning which that paper saw the
light. Our impulse is, tcnter protest against this
severance Of old ties. ht We suppose it is one Of
those things that must hppen to all papers and NIL
men alike. Be it SO. II parting from the dstin-
gu!shcd editor Of the PTiOt, we accord to him the
pain, Of success in thsdiliicult department of The
literature of the day. fw papers have been more
eagerly sought after, nd with more pleasure than
the Patriot Of the past sen years. Though differ
ing from its editor sulry political points, wo now
do him but justice in saNg that he has eYer taken
his grounds with mnnli.ss and maintained them
with unwavering consstey. While expressing our
sincere regrets that the els Of another vocation re-.
uure him to leave the nks of the fraternity, We ut
the same time offer ourroSt cordial wishes for his
future health, happinesmd continued success.
The Patriot ,t Hounlaesr, under its new control,
We hail with the usual osside greetings.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
r,,,, c,,.n,,EsroN mERCUEY.

TIE now prospectus Of this paper may be found
among the advertisements On our third page Atten-
ton i, requested to what il sets forth. The Mercury
is paper Of many proud associations For years
it has occupied the position Of Leading Southern
Journal and by its devotion to Southern rights and
interests, has well sustained itself in that enviabo
attitude. Buasting in its long and brilliant career
succession of talented and spirited editOrs its very
name has come to be thought Of as nseparably con-
nected with tho intelligence and chvalry of the sun
ny South Under its present efficient management it
cannot w0l full below its established popularity, or
do dscredit to its historical antecedents Its propre-
tors and conductors have our best wishes for con-
tipued increase of the veal and prosperity of their
old and fayortc pross. But turn to the prospectus
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
THE sCuooLMAsrEn A.Ro.p.

1t is little curious to observe the peculiarics Of
orthography which tuke possession Of the natural and
unedncatcd mind in different localities The follow
ing is spcsimcn from remote corner of sister
D:strict-the District which erst was recognized un
der the appellation Of Sdre Gothu, and which, in
point of intelligence and taste, is now steadily if not
rapidly progressive STILL the school ter is either
oblirous or abroad in certain part of her present
territory even in ths bright Of intellectual ad-
vancemen-as witness the subjoncd epistolary spec-
men, which We give rertatim, ct Htsratim ct puetua
tim:
LExISGTUS DEsTRIcK South Karliuu Feb IS, 1855
Mr.. Edeter 1 take my penn in hand to iuforruc you
That an Well at this time hopoing TINT these Few
badly rote lines nay find you ingoying tho Same
blessing-also to In form you that rote you afew
lines about too or three Weeulss ago Cousoarniug my
paper my time is out and don't wish to take your
PaPur sny longer for aim of going of in afew wccaks
and want you to stop my Papur |
Remain yourse untcll Doth j. MR.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
"THE REACTION.n

The readers attention is pointed to the following
very cheering paragraph from the Charleston Erenng
Ncra, of tho sth instant:
"The times arc improving. The prices Of Amcri-
cnn produce are advancing Cotton has again reached
a paying point, and assumed stendness Mt all points.
II has also commenced to come forward freely, and
planters, with certainty of remuneratiug rates. can
powerfully MD in effecting and sustaining mon
etary reaction. The banks Of Philadelphia, Baltimore
and Washington have just resumed specie payments,
following the previous action of those of New York,
whose money plethora begins to find relief in even
low rates Of intcrest-less than 6 per cent un first
class paper. A similar condition and process exhibit
themselves in England. France still earlier recovered
her equilibrium and the return Of confidence through
out Europe is marked in its progress ConsolS have
gone up to g5 showing that capitalists, where they
have confidence, asserting to the most moder
ate rates Of interest. The advices from Manchester
favorable, and trade indicates revived activity and
steadncss The receipts of gold from California and
Australia continue full and the flow Of reswelling
credit is everywhere felt.
Our cotemporary has watched the moneycd crisis
with constant concern, aud from his position, il cna
bed to estimate shrewdy its probable duration and
Suits That he has reckoned Alright in his present OBJ
servations is most earnestly to be hoped With him.
We think the Indications decidedly good for happy
clearing-up of the financial 'spell,' which has hung
80 goomily over tho people fer the last Elk months
In the country, in the cities, matters becoming
easier every day. The rise in the cotton market will
at once throw large amount Of bank bills into cir
culation. The crop will be no longer held back
Every planter will soil, and ought to SELL If he has
debts to pay on his own account, he probably has
friends who have To these lie might lend his funds
on good security, at per cent if he will not do SO
for less The moneycd troubles Of 81 and 'jS may
end in happy jubilee, if every one will thus act.
Such in point Of fact is the being adopted
by the planters. On our side of the State there has
not been, after all tho threats to creditors, anything
like the sueing that was anticipated. Reurn-day, for
Edgefed at loast passed, and great harm done.
hundreds Of thousnnds-of indebtedness, will be
lquidated amongst US by the proceeds of the large
remaining portion of our cotton crop. At 12i cents
per pound there is enough of the staple yet unsold
to make money abundant. The coton-buyers in
Hamburg ars up to the mark, as usual the Hamburg
Bank too is liberal in furnishing them the means of
paying full prices And Hamburg money, suspension
or no suspension, is us good Mr.. Dorn's gold in
these parts Treasury Mules could be 10 better On
y let there be enough of it, and all will be we'll We
warmly congratulate our readers upon the promising
appearances Of tho hour and wish them happy is
sue out Of their monetary Affections.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
The CoI,,n,itfee.

The Committee appointed under tho Resolution of
Mr. HARRIS. to take into consideration certain points
in Kansas affairs cOnsistsof seven Black Republicans
one Know Nothing, and seven Democrats. It thus
appears that the Know Nothing holds the balance of
power and, without cnqu;rns, wo take it for granted
that be is sound upon the niger question. Among
the Democrats the Two wheel-horses, Qu1rMAy and
STEPHENS. The fairness with which this Committee is
constituted, will make their adjudication Of tho ques-
tons referred to them final in effect provided there
be any thing likes general agreement among them
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
Do You Wish to Learn the French:

The trustees OF the Edgefc!d Male Academy have
the opportunity Of engaging a superior teacher of
French They cannot dos upon the proceeds of their
school solely The assistance Of class or classes out
side is necessary to the services of the teacher
they have in view. lie is IN educated Frenchnan,
and by character gentleman. All who desire to
Take advantage of the opportunity now within reach,
will please report their Names the reck to Major G..
4. ADDISON, Secretary Board Trustees, Elgefell Male
Academy. We can then SOON tell whether We are to
have French teacher or not
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
ANOTHER OF THE GOOD LADIES or OUR CITY TESTlFlEs
TO THE EFFICACY; OF 5ss ;Sfs:s;f::
.Un. M LINES D-YisnmHUdFs
PREPARED BY FLEMING Bros, PIrTsBUoH, PA.

Un. M LINES orhrDrrrRp-Y Rp-YiamnffFJdRisE
PREPARED BY FLEMING Bros, P1rrsBUoH PA.
New York, February I, 1852. Y.
&s- do hereby certify to the public, that child
Of mine, four years old, being troubled with worms,
was induced to purchase bottle of DR.. 81, Lanes
Celebrated FermJnge, prepared by Fleming Bros, of
Pittsburgh Pa, which administered; and the result
was, it brought away immensc number of ,rorms in
punches and strings; many had the appearance of
being cut to pieces. NY child is now enjoying most
excellent health. take pleasure in recommending
it to both young old, as one of the best medicines
ever used.
MRS. ANN JEMIsoN, 3s Ninth street.
Purchasers will be careful to ask for DIR.
MLANE'S CELEBRATED LIVER PILLS, manu-.
fctured by FLEMING BROS, of Pittsburgh, Pa.
AL other Livcr Pills in comparison are worthless
Dr. NLane's genuine Liver Pills, also his celebrated
Ferm!luse, can now be had at NIL respectable drug
stores. None genuine uithOut the signature Of
40 FLEMING BROS.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
WASHINGTON CORRESPONDENCE.

A letter from Washington will be observed else
where 1t is from q gentleman welquaihcs to sound
the arcana of political legerdcmain. We have the
promise of series Of letters during the present scs-
sion They will be looked for with interest Our
correspondent has our sincere thanks for his kind
proffor. Will lie be good enough to mail hi' fnrors
inst in time to reach us by the Mondays stage from
Augusta? In this way they will be 'frcsh from the
&c
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
q 7 n E N l AL.

MARRIED, at Marion c. H., on the 4th inst, by Rev.
Mr.. Frierson, JOSEPH ABSEY, Esq, of this Village,
and Miss SUSAN NJ MILLER, of the former place.
MARRIED on the 18th instant by Rev. S. P. Get1en,
Mr.. JoHY SULLIVAN and Miss FRANCES C. MAYS, oil
of this District
[The printers fee accompanied the above announce
mont, and was heartily appreciated. Health, and
wealth, and brimful cups of joy to the happy new
couple
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
nENsIs,S NIEDICINES.

Look at what DENNIS says of his medicines. 1t is
not mere boast.work. There is much reliable test-
nony in favor Of his preparations. In regard to his
Stimulating Hot Biters, one OF tho publishers u
the -irertiser speaks knowingly. He has tried the
article in both colds and chlls, and found 1t to eiect
q speedy and decisive cure. DeSSIs's other meai-
cincs urc spoken Of III various quarters us ecac'ous
remedies Those desiring to test them, can ascertain
whero they may be had by referring to the Advertise
,,,,,t nm ,nnfhcr rnlunn
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
MISCELLANEOUS ITrms

D The equestrian statue of Washington, by
Crawford has been placed on its pedestal at Rich
mond, Virginia On the 22d of this month, the can
vas wrappings to be removed with great ceremony.
~ The French papers went into mourning on
account of the death of Rachel. From poor child,
singing at tho cafes on tho Bonlcvards, she rose to
position which will forever link her numo with the
worlds horoines.
D Tho Annual races over the Lafayette Course,
Augusta, commenced on yesterday tho 10th inst
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
THE ROADS.

Our public highways in awful plight, by reason
Of the watery weather of the past two months Even
the Columbia rond, that most beautiful of routes. is
bad enough in places. But the saluda roas are much
worse in cvory respect; And the Dark Corner roads
nrc supposed to be in still moro shocking condition
While the Cambridge road tproper ten times worse
than all the rest.
If ever there was time whom our road-con,mis.
soners needed the appeal of mend your ways" it is
now; and doubtless every one of their constituents
would be glad that they should attend to the matter
between this and Court Beck
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
improvements.

Hearing that the Indies of our Baptist Congrega-
lion had set their hcadssto improving thoir Church
and Church.yard, we walked in that direction few
mornings since, and found all TINT we had heard to
bo true. The interior oftho House is freshly painted
in good stye and the yard has been laid off with II
view to cultivating sbrubbery and flowers amongst
the graves of the departed Tho rearing of rich
greens tho tOmbs Of the dead hos occurred
to us rs being most appropriate tribute of Affection
emblematic, rs they are, of oonstancy and hope
cOnstaney in the attachments of life, and hope for
their renewal in higher and better world. With a
little perseverance, our ladies will make tho Buptst
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
HARD TIarES--A REMEDY!

One good result is certain to follow this general
orerturn. The munia for overtradng and extravagaat
expenditure has received salutary check When
men got once more fairly on their legs experience will
have taught them useful lesson. The recklessness
Of trade will scarcely be repeated in view of the prob
able contingencies of reverse. Fashionable folly will
comport itself severely As remedy against NIL tho
disasters which this state of affairs has occasioncd we
recommend the disappointed to try their luck in S.
Swan Co.'S legalized lottery, which draws every
Saturday at Augusta, Ga. The whole of fortunate
ticket will entie tho posscssor to the capta prize of
$4,000, while the holdor Of half or quarter will
secure proportionate share of the Same. Tickets
$40, and 81. II
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
TILE GR0CERIES.

LEGa has full store, Of good things well selected.
Do you wish extra two, to treat friend with at
dinner breakfast, supper? Call at LEGc's. Ask
for something good and fresh, suited to your particu
lar cage, and you will be sure to get it.
DAVIS too has bran new assortment Of family
reflections, adapted to tho most cultivated appettes
besides dcceut bar-room in the rear, where the
visitor cujuy the privilege of warming his inner
man o raw day while his bundles are preparing at
the front counter. Stop in at tho Exchange when
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
LOOK OUT FOR SQUALLS, "FOy
HUNTER.n

THERE appears to be something new lately,
l. found out in the art of FOX HUNTING air
at once, or you have suddenly come to the con.
clusion that no one has FAST DOGS hut ronr-
self You are probably too hasty in your asser.
tions; but if you still persist in the Challenge I
will meet you with Five Dogs, any where yo1
may deem it, and where Red Fox can be started
and will bet One Thousand Dollars on the res,,lt :
JAMES B. CHAPPELL.
Chappelrs Depot, Newbery Dist, sc.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
MIR. Boycs EsoLuTIoN.

We observe that LID W. BoYcE is still steadily
pursuing his high objd retrenchment and reform.
The Intelligenesr snylm:
Mr.. Boyce, of Sotolina, offered free trade
resolution, which waYod, the purport of which
was to appoint com Of seven to inquire into
and report on the foil subjects: A reduction of
the expenditures of t}ernment; the navigation
laws of the Unitod Sthe existing duties on i'm
ports, and the expedite gradual repeal of all
duties on imports, nd BORT to internal taxation"
God speed these ai4ur staunch and strait-fo
ward Representatives, bs in their attainment will
bless the country, antheir author and advocate
On euvisble position dhe statesmen of Americs,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
uAL;QunIs DEALER,n

We have purpose in admitting the efusiOn OF
"a LIQUOR Dealer" into our columns; neither Is that
purpose ut variance with temperance and morality
We advise as" to touch the gentleman quietly under
the fifth rib, and draw him out only once more. That
will do his job. AS he has go nearly approached SELL
demolition in his first piece, it may be expected that
his next will be genuine instance of Spontaneous
combustion"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
Con,missioner,s Notice.

All persons indebted on money bonds in the COM
i.siouers office for Edgefeld District, called upon
to come forward and settle It is useless to designate
the separate estates in which payments are due and
pa due It the requsition Of the Court that funds
be punctuay paid in, and this requisiton should be
in all cases complied with by those indebted to the
Office. A. S1MKINS, C.E.E.D.
Feb Sth 1858
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
DEATH AND DISEASE.

DEATH'-liow comes it, friend, in every shape,
You let so many folks escape!
DIsEAss.-Dread sire, use all means can,
To abbreriatc the life of man;
I dog his footsteps from his birth,
Till he roturns to mother earth.
use oil means used of old,
Changes of weather-hot and cold
I give them colds-I give them pains
I rack their bones-I FIRE the veins,
Ipoison them with rancid bile,
In place Of the digestive chyle,
Yet all is uscless-nothing kills!
DEATH.-How's that?
DlsEAsE.-Thcy all take Bliss Powders and Pills:
GD- For Sale by DIR. A. G. & 7. j. TEAGUE.
Fob. 3 4
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

GIVING THE WHIP TO PEIxcEss-An English
paper has the following Among the presents
made to the Princess Royal of England, on her
late wedding day was riding whip, the butt of
which is formed from piece of the hoof of
favorite horse set in gold. It is said the shoe of
golden hoof is formed of diamonds, the nails rep.
resented by fourteen beautiful rubies the whole
of the bottom Of the foot is a..mass of small dia.
monds; the handle of the whip is formed from
one of the horses bones, most highly polished,
round which is trimmed serpent in brilliants.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
RULES THAT MUST IN FUTURE RE OBSERVED

RULES THAT MUST IN FUTURE Re OBSERVED.
All advertisements from this date, not amounting to
moro than $40, must be paid for In advance.
Merchants and others advertising by the year, will
be required to settle every six months.
No paper will be sent out of the District unless PAID
for in advance.
All letters on business connected with the Office, to
receive prompt attention, must be addressed 10 the
" Edyefeld Advertiser"
To these rules we will riyialy adhere Therefore,
take notice and net accordingly.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
MIR. KEIr,S APOLOGY.

1t will bo secn that gallant Representative of
the Orange District s made, to tho House of
which he is n member, :mple and handsome apollo
gy, for the unlucky breh of deeorum into which lie
was suddenly drawn the excitement Of that
stormy night in COngrt This makes all right
between Mr.. X and tHcountry. How he and his
Pennsylvania antagonist stand towurd each other, we
are not advised. Mr.. lit having been the aggres-
sor, We suppose it will for GRow to make the next
move. And Mr.. GRosing nome -comiatant, there
will of course be no m whatever. lie will thus be
allowed II like chancclth that extended by Unclo
Toby to the fly. Welt it all pass.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

One of the most painful cases that ever came
before Coroner was presented yesterday morn.
ing: A woman, orty-Gve years of age who is
said to have children married and in good cir
camstances, died without home, from exposure
starvation and intemperance: Her name was
Mary McMacken. Her clothing consisted of
strips of rag-carpet wrapt around her person.
paper.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

DAMAGES AwARDHD.-AIiss Susan A. Pratt, of
.!.ndo,er, who was injured on the Boston and
Worcester Railroad by collision near the depot,
last l,h of july and who has since been lying i'll
at the residence Of J. A. Hall in palmer, where
she was teaching school previous to the acci-
dpat, has obtained $500 of the corporation.
Boston IfureLler.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

LORD Bradford was an eccentric Scotch Judge,
with bad tempered wife. Ills butler deter,
miued to leave, because Lady Bradford was al-
ways scoldiug him.
"Why," exclaimed the old Judge, "ye've little
to complain ye may be thankful ye're not mar
ricd to hpr!'
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
STEAM n1IEL.

After Monday 18th inst, Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday OF every week, will be assigned for
Sa~ing Lumber; and Thursday, Friday and Sat-
urday, for Grinding Wheat and Corn Customers
are requested to keep standing turns at the Mill,
which will be convenience to all concerned.
R. T. MINIS.
JAM 13 If
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
Dancing Soirce.

Mr.. BIoGs' Dancing Schools in this place and vi
cinity, terminate with Soiroo Mt Odd Fellows Hail.
this wednesday, evening. The Indies are invited
to attend Gentlemen will be furnished with tickets
BY Mr. b.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

GOODS DELIVERED FREE OF CHARGE
BROOM g. N0RRELL, Augusta, Ga.y will de-
liver in Augusta and Hamburg all goods bought of
them FREE OF CHARGE.
AnonSta en- My Q tf Al
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17

SLAVE ExrMpTIoN-A bill is now before the
Alabama Sci ate, an undergoing considerable
discussion, when provides for the exemption
of one slave i'll every family from seizure for
debt. The probabilities are in favor Of the pas
sage Of the bill.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1858-02-17
A On ONE.

Tho Weekly (Ala.) Federation thus makes men
ton Of a friendly turn las received ut the hands
Of Railroad Compal
VERY HANDSOME editors hereof acknowledge
the receipt Of free ticE over the Montgomery and
West Point Railroadr the present year. We
thank tho colnpasy fIs mark of courtesy, and
also Assistant Superin cnt Cram for his polite note
accompanying the tis-in which he says: ~
hope you may find thpf use now, and ut tho last
day rs eusily obtain lnss over the upper route"
The route alluded to pur friend is said tu be of
narron yuage, with buy travellers thereon yet wo
trust to be Of the sUle&, and that if "Dan," and
the othor members Of company, arc not our COM
panons for the trip, Wy meet them in tho Grand
Depot, which is snid be at the terminus of that
"upper route" and W editors and railroad men
deserve to be safely ID.
All aboard!
By the way, if VIC be forgiven for adding
very poor thing to SO a one, we would suggest
that the "Assistant Sntendant" of an establish
ment known hereabo.4he "Ninoty Six Mud-bor"
might contrast himself favorably with hisbrothor
Superintendent out Why sending to us, Of tho
Adrsrtiser, free ticket r the Eigcfeld and Cam
bridge Stage-roa6; o. his note enclosing them
he might very we'll sq[ hope you may find them
of no use now and alast day be "hard up" for
genuine 'obolus' witch to procure moan scat
in CnARoN's filthy NUT"