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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
True Liberty.
TIE Columbia Guardian, (Mr. PELHAM has

TIE Columbia Guardian (Mr. PELHAM has
this paragraph upon LIBERTY"
"As tho idea of liberty is ono of the first to
possess the mind, it is among the last to attain its
growth. At first it includes but little more than
IN impatience of restraint qualification of wants
4 rude, personal independence and hardihood
such rs we see among the ancient Germans, the
uutidns of Northern Europe und Asia, and the
tribes Of North American Indians. 1t il again
one of the most tenacious, because identified with
the means Of comfort, and the maintenance VI
personal right and dignity. Lastly, it is susccpti-
uIo of indefinite progress and expansion, as, in it,
highest state it embraces the notions of justice,
and requires the incest distinctions Of rights,
which are themselves of slow progress. 1t involve,
then the highest reasoning, and the most elevated
sense of duty, and reaches its pcrfccions only with
the full development of the powers of the soul in
the pursuit of truth. "Ic is u freeman whom the
truth makes free, and all are slaves besides"
Slightly metaphysical in point of style, but
reaching ut last u proper climax. Does the Guar
dian remember the beautiful simplicity of plum,
by which I" One mighty to save" directed the be-
lievipg Jews to find true frcedum' Said lie
q ye continue IN my Word, then arc yc my dis
ciplcs indccd;"
"And ys shaH knor Mehuth and the truth shall
make you free.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
The Marriage Day.

There is custom, which few persons observe,
aud which is yet one of the prettest and most
rational of all customs It is that of celebrating
ones marriage day, at every returning annircrsa-
ry, by cnling in ones friends and fellows to par
take together of good dinner. We were of u
party like this on Saturday last, and u delightful
time indeed it was Let US recommend tho hubit
to those of our friends who yet remain to be mar
ricd. Adopt it OIL your marruge-day and keep it
up with scrupulous puuctuulity. 1t will be sen
son upon which to rc-light the candle ofyour ear
lior connubial bliss. 1t will be compliment to
your wife, above the price of jewels twill foster
the home affections and bles, your hearth stone.
1t is in short species Of social religion which all
would do well to embrace and cultivate. So at
least thought wc, as wo enjoyed tho feast Of
Saturday.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

TIE EXTREME PESALrY.-Ycsterday, James
Goings suffered the extreme penalty of the
law, for the crime of murder Of which he was
convicted at the last fall term of the Court
About II O'Clock, he was carried out under
military escort 10 the scene Of execution,
near Potter's Field, and at about o'clock,
was hung. lie was accompanied by Rev.
Mr.. Wightman. The sacrament, we are in
formed, was administered to him, prayers
offered up in bis behalf, and soon the spirit
of the unfortunate victim Of offended law
was released from its earthly tenement.
The remains were taken in charge by his
relatives--many of whom witnessed tue sad
speotaolc.-South Carolinian, 10Th inst.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
NOTICE.

wish it understood that if sell GROVER
4 BAKER SEWING MACHINE, which fails of
working well, it can be exchanged at my sales
room for ono thnt ,rHi do good work.
Printed instructions for working the machine nc.
company each one, but, if preferred by the purcha
ser, will send person to learn any member of the
family the use of it FREE OF CHARGE. Or.
if desired, will have servant instructed so as to
work the machine well, if the owner will send
them TO my house and let them remain two or three
days.
The machines are very simple, and can be un-
derstood and worked by children twelve years old
but little practice is requisite to do the most
difficult work, as all who sew by hand must fr,.
learn.
Idr Prices from SIS to $125.
I have also for sale cheap machines from ten
to thirty dollars, but these do not warrant and
advise all who want good and reliable machine.
to buy none but Grover & Bakers.
NJ. A. RLNSOM.
Hamburg, March 4, 1850.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
GBe 99abtrtistr, ,
ARTHUR sIMKINs, EDITOR.
THURSDAY, MARCH %, 1859.
Our New Dress,

Ths reader will observe the changes and i'm
provements We this week institute. With consid-
crably increased space and largo supply of new
type, we trust to give satisfaction to all our sub
scribers; and We hope to gain many more. No
one can deny that the Adrertiser is now, choap
paper ut 81 per anmum. Our exertions will con-
tnuc, to Eli its columns constantly with every thing
good and useful and instructive and amusing. The
regular increase of subscription list is truly
cheering. Our advertising patronage, too is large
and liberal. These together enable us to improve
and We trust shall continue to improve from year
to year. Our ambition is to keep pace with our
Frightening prospects The Adrertiscr is libsrally
supported and we intend to make it fully worthy
of that support, But VIC deal not in professions,
Let our labor speak for itself.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
PiRching.

Ok Saturday evening last, the fears Of our hor-
ticuturists and fruitgrowcrs were raised to high
pitch by tho increasing frigidity Of the atmos-
phcre. Cabbage plant-bcds were covered; snap
beans were protected; and W. heard ono man say
that he intended to 90 home ind canopy some of
his choice young fruit trees with blankets. But
the critical night camo and went; md, although
the mercury sunk rs low rs 35e, yet the real dam
age amounted to nothing of consequence; only Il
few Irish potatoc tops were blackoncd by the
blghting influences. Some Of the old weather.
prophets have boen steadily predicting killing
frost, to como off some time this SPRING We think
the chances no,r, arc against such q catastrophy.
A cold snap in March is not often followed by o
cold snap in April; wO appeal to experience in
support of this assertion. Furthermore, if March
tried and could not do it, how shall We suppose
that April will succccd,-tho month Of gentle and
genial showers tho month when tho buds all
open and when nature
-"Scatters DER the living scene
.-.k
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
General William Walker.

The redoubtuble "grey-eyed man of destiny
was to have left New Orleans, in the early part Of
this month for California. Simple as this an
nouncemout may be, it is probably frnught with
important consequences The new Pacific Slate,
from all accounts, contains large amount of COM
bustbe material. Let Lueifer match, like Will
LIAM GYEYEYED WALKER, bo thrown in, and tho
result may be decidedly demonstratNe ifnot "con-
aagratory." We do not pretend to predict anything
more than than the death of mouse after rattle
snake has bitten it; yet wc here venture to think
that the Great Filbuster is not reckoning without
his host in this visit to California. If he has gone,
as report says; and ifhis purpose really be ibus-
terng one and if the Californians are such people
rs they are represented to be- and il the said Will
LIAM WALKER appeals to them after the fashion in
which he has hitherto done to others; and if
Nicarauga shall continue to remain 'chere it is, and
us it is, some months longer;-thcn, and With all
these provisos, owe shall see what wc shall see. 4"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
India Cotton.

The last report of the British Board Of Trade
speaks in disparuging terms of India Cotton, which
some writers are pleased to hold up US scare
crow in the cotton competition Of the world. 1t is
said to "cxcel other cottons only in shotness Of
staple, in .foulaess und in slovenly package" 1t
formed but ono sixth part of the supply of the
British market even in 1857 when the crop was
unusually large. American Cottons are immense
ly in the lead whether rs to quantity or quality.
The raw material imported into Englnnd last year
amounted in value to UUO, ,OOn, Of pounds sterling
Where, with these figures, does there exist ground
of apprehension that VIZ cannot continue to keep
fur ahead of all the rest Of mankind with our pre-
spnt resources
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
EpCEFIHLp G.. H., March Is, 1S5

EDGEFIHLD G. H., March 10, 1859.
SIR:-0n yesterday, during the trial Of the case
of W. B. SAMUEL vs. MIcAJAH DISKISs, under
stood you to ask the witness, Mrs. NANCY FAuLx,
"who brought her up here?" and on her replying
"Mr. Musco Samuel" further understood you to
ask, GLOW much she had been paid for coming
up?" and "What sum of money Mr.. Samuel (mean-
ing myself) had promised to give her to Gomez"
Such questions publicly put to witness pro-
duced by myself, seemed to imputc to me, directly
or indirectly, according to the apprehension of the
hcaror crime and disbonor.
Laboring under such IN impression, should be
false alike to tho antecedents of my ife and to my
duty as citizen and father, if did not seek relief
by requesting frank explanation of your course
of conduct towards me; and particularly, whether
you meant, by implication or otherwise, to cause
an inference prejudicial to me as n gentleman?
Ny friend, Mr.. ABSEr, will hand you this.
am, respectfully,
Your obcd't serY't,
MUSCo SAMUEL.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
, A Fine Teacher.

Without intending to disparage any one else, VIC
wish to express an opinion about the teacher in our
Edgeield Male Academy lie is, in our humble
opinion, the best teacher we have had in Edgciold
since tho dnys of SAMUEL NJ. STAFFORD; and We
earnestly advise such of our citizens, throughout
the district, as wish their sons properly and
thoroughly instructed to send them to our teacher.
Those sons will thank You for it ull their days.
This is no idle compliment.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Wright Il Alexander.

Tho spring advertisement, of this universally
popular Augusta Dry Goods House. may be seen
on another column and deserves careful attention.
W. A. are too well known to tho ladies, to
need any word from US in that quarter. We also
advise the gentlemen to find them out if they have
not done so. 1t is beautiful and amply provided
establishment.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
To Mrsco SAMUEL, Esq.
w. w. adams

EDGEFIELD C. H., S. c., March 1G, 1859.
MY DEAR SlR:-I am happy to say that YOU
note of last evening, hanGe to my friend Mr.
ABSEY, is entirely satisfactory.
It affords me great pleasure to feel q conviction
that no future interruption shall disturb our riond
ly relations.
1t may DO necessary for me to publish this cor
rcspondence
am, as respectfully and truly as ever,
Yours, MUSC0 SAMUEL.
To W. ". ADAMS, Esq.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

BURNED TO DEATlI.-A negro woman, be.
longing to Mr. Thomas Sealey, of Hamburg
South Carolina, was burned to death on
Wednesday. She was assisting a negro mar
and boy in burning off new piece Of ground
about two miles from Hamburg, when her
clothes accidentally took fire. The man i'm
mediately ran to her aid, and at once strip
ped of some of her burning garments, but
she was so severely injured that she died at
S o'clock the same eyening.-Augusta Chron.
icle.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
CHARLESTON March Il

Coton.--The suloS to-day are 1000 bales, prin
cipally before the steamers account were mad,
public. Prices arc full and holders firm.
Cotton Stotemen'-Thc Charleston Courier, o.
yesterday, 18th inst, makes tho total receipts o.
the last crop, up to the latest dates received ,1G6
239 bales; and the excess over last year $4,000
the total stock on hand 924,042, or l39,794 bale.
more than last year.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

Gs-The Friends Of Capt. J. b. GriiIin
announce him rs Candidate for DRIGADIER
GENERAL First Brigade of Cavalry, S. c. NJ, to
fill the vacancy occasioncd by the resignation of
Bril-: Gen. PERUVIAN.
Mar 8 If
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
AUGUSTA March I

t'onon.-The market was in rather II quiet con-
,liiion to-day. but sales to the extent of 200 bules
have been reported to us. The heaviest sale,
ranged from III to u cts; but CT bales were sole
at 121 and 81 at l2a cents.
The receipts were COO bales.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
COMMERCIAL.
HAMBURG, March 81. 1859.

Cotton.-Thcre has not been much doing here
during the past week, in consequence Of the very
light receipts Prices have advanced ac.
The quotations now are from to l2a extremes
On Saturday the 18th, the river here was out of
its bnnks, and, for IL while. more wafer than was
agreeable was expected in town.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Abolitionists in Aiken.

SEE letter which We publish this week, taken
from the oswego IN. W Times It was written
by lady in Aiken to her brother at the North,
and sont by him to the said Times newspaper for
publication. resident of Aiken accidentally saw
it. Upon his making it known to tho citizens
certain lady was suspected. A committee consist
ing of W. P. FINLEY, General ]. r. WEvER and
DR.. S. LANGLEY, waited on her Immediately. She
confessed the authorship Of the letter, and was
forthwith requested to leave tho place within forty
eight hours. She left the next dny for the North.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Evcrett's Varieties.

A good exhibition of magic, fun, singing, dan
cling, &c. &c. The audience on Monday, at this
place, were hugely dvlightly. Our up-country
cousins may look out for capital thing of its kind,
in " EvERETT's VARIETIES"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
VIM. III. Crane.

CRANE is filing up again with n rich supply
Clo,o in his purchases and quick in his snles, he
can offer his customer1reat facilities. Every DO.
ly knows the store of WN. H. CRANE, just below
the U. S. Hotel, Broad Street, Augustn, Ga. But
you never saw it look rs brilliant as it docs this
Spring. May form slight idea Of it by reading
his advertisement.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
A WhOOOer.

Tho Florida Home Companion, Of the 18th inst,
says:
owe have just seen vsrtable Cabbage stalk,
raised in this town (0caln) measuring nour feet
in length. What surt Of a head it bore VIC cannot
tell, but it Looks as though it might have furnished
greens for whole family about six months"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

Tho juries of our late Court brought in several
heavy vcrticts. Among them was one of 5000,
in "JonX w. MckELLAR cs. ALBERT &. GAsKINS."
In this case Mcssrs CARROLL & GARY wero the
plaintiffs attorneys. The offence was an assault
and battery, resulting in grievous injury to Nickel
LARS person.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
DESTROYED by Fire.

Mr.. u. NJ. MAYEs, of this district informs us
that on last Friday hc lost by fire his dwelling
house and smoke-housc with all his bacon, lard
sugar, coffee, household and kitchon furniture IIo
is unable to tell how the fire originated.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

GA~ The Hon. Mike Walsh, IN cx-member Of
Congross, and prominent and active member of
the Arizona and Mexican Colonization Society,
WAS found dead in tho Eighth avenue, Now York,
on the 18th March. Its supposed he accidentally
fell and broke his neck.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Broom And NOrrell, of Augusta

An efficient and reliable firm. Their good.
are always superior. They sell as cheap 40 the
cheapest When BROOK tells you any thing, you
may rest assured il is so; and with NoRRELL, you'll
never ndtcuuso to quarrel See their card.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

@r Ex-Governor Robinson, of Kansas, was
publicly cuned 10 Lawrence, IL few duys since, by
Martin F. Conway, formerly of Baltimore, another
prominent Free State man. The cause Of the diff.
Guilty is not stated.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Delegates.

G. McD. NEVER, WV. ]. READY, Esq, and II.
T. WRIGHT, Esq, have been elected by the Quar-
tcry Conference Of this Circuit as their delegates
to tho Methodist Sunday School Convention at
Ho1np,hi,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
NeWhY Il Co.

This old md genuine Clothing Firm arc rccciv
ing great and glorious stock of goods; and
thcy arc great and glorious fellows to soil them
and we wish them great and glorious season.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Masonic Notice.

An extra communication of CONcoRDIA LODGE
No. so, A. +. NJ, will be held on Saturday, the md
Of April, at o'clock, P. NJ.
Take due notice and govern yourselves accord,
ingly. BY order Of the ". NJ.
l.. r. CoGprRN, Sec'ry.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
HYMENIAI.

MARRIED, on the 10th inst, at the Granitcvlc
Hotel, by Rev. D. A. BoDIE, Mr.. JACOB MUIR
PLY of 0rangeburg, and Miss ANN LANGLEY,
of Graniteyllc.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

MsB- Tho Boston Courier says that the crop Of
ice in that vicinity has been unusually largo this
yoar. Tho leo house, are filed, and large guam
tity Of surplus jee is stacked
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
CorrespOndence.

Mr. EDITOR AS the transaction that gave rise
to this correspondence was public it is deemed best
that should request you to make the correspond
ence itself public. Most respectfully, &C.,
JOSEPH ABNEY.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
-" Scatters DER the living scene
Her richest, freshest, tenderest green !"

NS- It is rumored i'll Warrington, says tele-
graphic dispatch from that city, that the President
will call an extra session of Congress; but at what
time is not known.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
1859 Spring and Summer Styles. 1859
HatS,CapS,
GTRAW H@ODs,
RoNMETS &U UMRRELLAg.

-ndsohtc HdH Dmtdiag,
244 BROAD ST., AUGUSTA, CA.
Geo. w. FERRY has now in store the
" largest and best assortment Of SPRING AND
sUMMER GOODS in his line, to be found in this
market. Consisting OF
Bccbc Co., and Trade Style Molcskin HATS;
Black and Fancy CUlorcd Cashmere
American and French Felt Hats Of every variety
Uf Style and Color;
White, Black, Brown und Silver Lcghorn HATS;
Scwed Straw ''
Panama and Palm Leaf HATS:
Youths and Children's Fancy HATS, great variety;
Ladies' Silk, Straw, Lace aud Chip BUNNETS;
Ladies and Misses Lcshorn aud Straw BLOOM
ERS, every variety Of style and color;
Shaker H00DS-ull sizes;
Infants TCRBANS aud HATS-new styles;
UMBRELLAS Of all varieties-very cheap;
This stock for variety aud beauty Of styles, is
unequalled in this market und the prices cannot
but be satisfactory. G.s- Call and See.
Augusta, March %, If Ii
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Hon. M. T., Ronham.

Our representative will address the citizens Of
Edgeheld on sac.day in April at this place. It
will be an interesting occasion, and NC hope all
will come out to hear.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
Suicide.

JAMES HANCOCK committed suicide on the 10th
instant by shooting himself with gun. lie lived
near Curryton in this Districts had been liable to
spells of mental arrangement for some years.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
WOODEN WARE, viz
State Of South Carolina,
EDGECIELD DISTRICT.

Nv ORDINARY.
10y W. F. DURIsOE, Esq, Ordinary of Edge.
Id field District.
Whereas John C. Lanier and Jane L. Seigler,
have applied to ME for Letters of Administration,
on all and singular, the goods and chattles. rights
and credits of David Scigler lato of the District
aforesaid deceased.
/ These urc, therefore, to cite and ndmonish all
and singular, the kindred and creditors of the said
decensca, to he and appear before me, at our next
Ordinnrys Court for the said District lie holden
mt Edgeiied c. H., on the 25th day of March inst,
to show cause, if any, why the said administration
should not he granted.
Given under my hand and seal, this 11th day Of
March, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight
hundred and ffty-nine, and in the SD year Of
American Independence.
WE DURISOE, o.En.
March Is, 1859 2t 10
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

e. Why is a hen sitting on n fonce like a
cent? Knze she has head on one side and tail
on tho other.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
NASHVILLE, March Is.

NASHVILLE, March Is.
Eacoa.-IIos round 81 g 81 cents; Shoulder,
I Gg 81 cts. lIams . q % cts; Clear Sides Zoe.
Lnrl.-Goud Lnr,l, in suitable packages, readily
commands lOl q l94 cts
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23
G. w. FERRY.

To got good and fashionable, and pretty hat,
20 to FERRY's undor the Masonic Hall. He is the
BEEDE of Augusta.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

NOTICE.-Allp persons indebted to the Estate
IN Of ]. b. Talbert, deceased, are requested to
make payment at an early date. and thusc having
demands against said Estate, will render them in
properly attested for payment.
d. N. TALBERT, Adm'or.
Sept. 20, 1858 I'm 38
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1859-03-23

And this is life in the South. Here is
Southern chivalry, the aristocracy Of America,
the constituency Of Butler and Brooks.
But give me my Ncrtl.ern home, however
humble would rather he almost anything
Except doughlace) in the free North, than
to be mistress Of the best plantation in South
Carolina.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1859-09-08

ron account Of the extreme length of
this Speech. we can only publish few
extracts. s.-EDIToR.
American Lancaster gazette. [volume] (Lancaster, Ohio) 1855-1860, 1859-09-08
ESTABLISHED IN 1926

they were raised 10 sixty-6ye millions. In
1858 the strong Democratic arm was still
extended. and still in action, and the ex-
peDdituTes Of the government went up. in
stead Of down. TO eighly-one million OF dol
lars, believe, in 1859, this year, As you
know much 10 your sorrow, thfs stroll 2
Democratic arm still extends. and the ex.
penditures, according to the estimates mar e
BY your own able, intelligent and excellent
memter Of Congress. 90 up 10 ninety OF e
millions OF dollars. Next year, when this
s'toDg Democratic arm willie still extend
ed for the ast Tins, 1--WE win have 70 be
thankful for that, there "a every reason
for The encouraging expe ;iation that Mr..
BuchanaD's. prophesy win be fulflI,d. snd
the expenditures win be raised 10 oysl
one hundred millions Of dollars.
What do my Democratic brethren think
Of that? There is the arm. Ii is. Demo
cratic. There is the expenditure. No bod
can question that. But this is mattel
which IS not worthy the attention Of Demo
cratic orators; they are satisfied with ,ht
extension OF the Democratic arm; but.
think the people are interested in il aDt
therefore sps ak CT it.