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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
For the Yorkville Enquirer.
LETTER FROM ARKANSAS.

Mr.. Editor The reception of several letters
making enquiries concerning the condition-the
advantages and disadvantages-of this State, In
duces me to give, through your columns, my views
in regard to the matter. am too cosmopolitan
in my feelings to be partial to any precise locall
ty, and what write will be for the satisfaction
of others-not for the indiscriminate laudatlon OF
depreciation of any particular section. 1t Is
noticeable fact that public opinion, which for some
time past slurred over the claims of Arkansas, has
undergone happy change Outsiders cannot
understand the causes which have depressed this
State, as mono but Carolinians can appreciate the
eccentrcties in the politics of the Palmetto State
But it matters not for our present purpose, what
peculiar combination Of circumstances has pressed
like an incubus upon the nascent energies of this
State; O new era has been inaugurated-time
the great recti6er, has disipated the temporary
obstacles in the way, and the future promises 9
glory proportionate to the gloom of the past 1t il
not an idle boast, it is not the deiusive fattery Of
a sanguine temperament, but the honest convic'
tion of all whose opportunities capacitate then
for judges, that this State now stands on the
spring-boards of prosperity, and that very few
years will give it a prominent position among the
thirty-three sister confederacies. Those who
augur so favorably, draw their conclusions from
the following significant facts:
The taxable property of this State has doubled
itself in the last six years, and more than half Of
this increase has been in the last two years. In
the second place, the State is secured against any
possible revulsion in the currency, as she has nc
Bank, and cannot have, by a specification in her
Constitution. In the third place, the rapid ad.
vance in the value Of lands-at the rate Of fifty
per cent. annually for the last two years-shows
conclusivey that the State is prospering. In the
fourth place, the prospects of railroads and other
commercial facilities, was never so iattering.-
But we need no other evidence than the increase
of taxable property and the advancing price oil
lands to establish incontrovertibly the awakened
and progressive energy of Arkansas.
From these general observations on the encour'
aging condition of the State, we pass to the con-
sideration of her resources. The best lands be-
longing to the public have been entered, but are
held by individuals at reasonable prices-ranglng
from three to ten dollars per acre, according to
the quality and locality. We speak of unimprov-
ed land, for corresponding lands we'll improved
command from ten to fifty dollars per acre. These
are the extremes. Good Matchmaking bag to
tho ecre-can he boupht in the woods for ton dol
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
GRAND DIVISION.

The Grand Division, s. Of T., held quarterly
meeting, at Rock Hill in this District, commen.
cling Wednesday, andadjourning Thursday evening
last.
In company with goodly crowd, we (the Pub
lsher) enjoyed the pleasure Of q visit to the Di'
vision on Thursday, and partook Of the generous
hospitality of our thriving and enterprising neigh
bors. A large number of persons were in atten'
dance, though the representation from abroad, II
the Grand Division, was not so numerous as we
could have desired. Old York, however, the
s'Banner District" could by herself make up
respectable corporation, and when aided by those
hearty, whole-souled delegates who are never re-
miss in their attendance, presented ell the ele
ments necessary to spirited and interesting
meeting
We were much grati6ed by the reports Of th'
several officers. Throughout the State, the Order
sent assurances of healthy and prosperous con
dition, and in the Treasury department especially
"a pretty sure index of general success-the re-
ports made out more Hattering exhibit than hat
0een m8Qo SINCE the eStapllSnmeut VI LEo Sfooi
in South Carolina.
About 10 o'clock, procession was formed un'
der the directions of Mr. G. E. M. STEELE and
Capt. D. D. MOORE, Marshals, and marched to
the Methodist Church, where, after prayer by
Rev. O. A. DARBY, addresses were delivered by
A. W. CUMMINGS, ESQ.,, G. W. P, of North Caro-
lima; by Rev. 8. L. WATSON, of York; by H. JUDGE
MOORE, of Bennettsville, and others. The church
was very much crowded, and We were prevented
from hearing, more than heartily fattering re-
port of their addresses.
The proceeding Of the Division will be publish
ed in full and we will then take occasion to refer
to them more particularly.
During our stay, We made flying visit to our
neighbor Of the CHRONICLE, and acknowledge with
pleasure the usual courteses.
We left Rock Hill in the afternoon, sufficiently
well pleased with the village and its pleasant, hos
pitable denizens, to ensure another more extend
visit, when opportunity offers.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

n6T Some Yankee has been inventing clock,
which not only keeps time but also cooks your
food. tits designed principally for travellers who
start early in the morning. It is an alarm clock,
and has mans coffee ready for him before it
wakes him up. The mode Of operation is thus
ske.ched Suppose person wishes to rise and
travel at four o'clock in the morning; all he has
to do is to set an inner dial to that hour, while
the outer or clock dial indicates the true time
He also makes certain dispositions Of the lighting
apparatus which are self.suggestive. Precisely
at four O'Clock lever is moved, which causes q
drum to revolve against friction match, the fame
from which ignites the wick Of the spirit lamp
In half an hour, the coffee is ready, when another
drum revolves, ignites another match, and lights
a candle. and at the same time the figure Of o
monk pulls rope and rings an alarm DELL, enec-
tually arousing the sleeper
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

Extraordinary Drought in Scotland.-Accounts
from Scotland state that the drought during May
and part of June, was more severe than during
any past year since 1928. The rivers Earn and
Tsy were nearly dry-the famous Leon, immorta-
lized by Burns, would slide through gallon mes-
sure, and other we'll known streams and rivers,
were thoroughly dried up. In some places water
was so scarce that in villages it was sold at FIVE
shillings per barrel, and many had to 80 miles for
water for their cattle. The crops, notwithstanG-
ing, are reported as looking excellent and recent
rains will no doubt advance them considerably.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
PROCEEDINGS OF THE STATE BIBLE
CONVENTION.
YoRKv1LLE, s. C.l
Tuesday, Aug 2.-5 o'clock, P. NJ.

YoRKv1LLE, s. G.
Tuesday, Aug 2.-5 o'clock, P. NJ.
The Convention assembled at the Associate Re.
formed Church, and after appointing the Hon. j.
A. Inglis, Moderator, and Rev. J. I. Bonner and
A. A. Gilbert, Secretaries, pro tem., the Rev. c.
P. Gadsden, D. D., of Charleston, read the nine.
teenth Psalm, and the Rev. John T. Wightmau
offered prayer
The following gentlemen were then appointed
committee to nominate officers for the Conven.
ton: Rev. W. NJ. Martin, Rev. R. A. Ross,
Samuel Stevenson, Esq, and Rev. E. A. Bolles
The committee submitted the following report
which was unanimously adopted:
Hon. ]. A. INGLIs, President.
Rev. C. P. GADSDEN, Tics President.
!. T. wIGHTMAN, "
Hon. ]. F. MARSHALL, "
J. I. BONNER, Secretary.
A. A, GILBERT,
Rev. James H. McNeill, Corresponding secre
tary of the American Bible Society being present
was requested to take seatin the Convention.
The following persons came forward and were
enrolled as Delegates
A5Jevale-Col. ]. F. Marshall, J. l. Bonner
Bsthesda-Rev. ]. s. Harris, D. D. Moore J
C. Tipping, James Mcdowell, R. IMtindsay, S
Charleston-Rev. c. P. Gadsds9
Cheraw-Rev. W. B. Corbett, W!!sE T. Prince
John A. Inglis.
Colunbia-Rev J. 7. wightman, Rev. W. NJ
Martin, F. W. McMaster, Esq.
Cool Branch-J. W. Crosby, D. Crosby.
Chester District-Rev. J. S. Bailey, J. G.
Lowry, Dr. C. H. Lambert, T. R. Lipsey.
Concord, Sumter District-Gen. s. R. Chand
Ter. E. J. Shaw.
EJenezeruals-York Rev. ". S. Hall, S. John
ston, P. Garrison, W. P. Thomasson, E. A. Avery
Fai.feld-Rev. J. Boyce, D. D., James R
Aiken.
Horny Bible Society-Joseph J. Redwood.
Indian Land-Lancaster: Rev. W. c. Patter
SON, Robert Sims, James Miller.
Indian Williamsburg Col. D. D. Will
son, T. NJ. McCutchen.
Kershaac Bible Society-A. NJ. Kennedy.
| Lowndesrille-Rev. z. w. Barnes.
! Observation-Disclosures John Simpson.
IMarion-S. NJ. Stevenson.
| Ne1rberry-Silas Johnson.
Rocky Creek-Chester: Rev. R. ". Brice, DR.
John Douglass, David Wilson, w. A. Peden, Dr.
! G. R. Strait.
| Sqlem-Sumter W. E. Mills.
Sumter District-J. D. Blanding, j. H. Dingle
A. A. Gilbert.
Tirzah-Lancaster: VIM. Wilson.
Union-Fairheld and Richland: A. 7. Dubard
Thomas McKinstry, J. H. Kinsler, John Watt.
Union Bible Society-Anderson Rev. ]. S
PRESLEY.
| Walterboro'-Rev. A. NJ. Wells
York District Bible Society: Rev. R. A. Ross
John S. Moore, John Kennedy, Col W. c. Beatty
J. L. Adams, A. F. Love, Eli Meek, Saml. Blair
Rev. J. A. Davies, DR.. Robert T. Allison, ].
Miller, Rev. W. W. Carothers, P. B. Darwin, Esq.
James Jefferys, W. B. Wilson, Robert Gil6llin, A
A. Mckenzie, Fl. Mccall.
! Life Mem5ers-Rev ]. B. Watt, Rev. J. C. Chal
mers, Rev. J. NJ. Anderson, Rev. J. M. H. Adams
| State Agent-Rev. E. A. Bolles
Reports were read from the following societies
Bethesda, Cool Branch, Ebenezer, Columbia, Ker
shaw and Charleston. The general tone of thes
reports were encouraging.
On motion, it was determined that the annua
sermon, by Rev. R. A. Ross, be delivered at th'
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
For the YorkyIlle Enquirer.
BETHESDA CHURCH GRAVEYARD

BETHESDA CHURCH GRAVEYARD.
A public meeting, previously ordered, was held
at Bethesda Church. July S0th, for the adoption
of additional measures for enclosing with Iron,
the Grave Yard.
On motion, RoB'r s. HOPE was called to the
Chair.
A statement having been made that consider
able amount of funds had been already subscribed
for the object specified, it was
"Rssolvsd, That the further prosecution Of the
entire work be entrusted to Committee of gen.
tlemen interested, consisting of,
COL R. G. McCsw, R. s. Moore, D. A. Gordon,
8. G.. Hempbill, John Burris, Maj. ]. G. Lowry,
r. 8. Hope, Sam'l Rainey, J. s. Bratton, Capt.
D. D. Moore and DR.. C. P. Sandifer.
This Committee having discretionary power,
can, of course, conduct operations according to
their mind.
July 80, 1859.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

Husgroues Mlls-The Columbia Courant says
We are glad to learn, from the Spartanburg pa.
pers, that the citizens Of Union, Spartanburg and
Laurens are making vigorous preparations to eel
brate the anniversary Of the battle of Musgroves 8
Mills The celebration will take place on the 18th
of August next. We hope that it may prove IN
all respects, as decided a success as that noble
celebration at Kings Mouptain did in 1855
Heretofore, too little attention has been paid to
such matters, but our people seem to be awaking
to the importance of cherishing the memory Of
our great national days, and properly commemo-
rating the spirit Of that ancestry which did and
dared so much for US. Let great crowd attest
the interest of our people in this celebratSou-let
all South Carolina join in it, from sesboard to
mountain, for the occasion is we'll worthy.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

Gently received in this city, it appears that some
of the Southern Representatives, while claiming
to be opposed to eopening the African slave trade,
are pledging themselves to introduce into Con-
g.ess bill repeating all the statutes upon the
subject, leaving it, as they profess to desire, to
the regulation Of the several States. But as the
Constitution confers on Congress the power to
prohibit the trade, and as "death" seems to be re-
garded as too severe penalty for violating what
some consider law regulating commerce, it is
thought that others, who are opposed to the slave
trade, will agree upon measure, with view to
make the prohibition more effective by the GER
tanty of punishment, otherwise than capital. And
thus they think that good will result from the ag-
tation of the question.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

graduates, the address of Rev. WM. CURTIS L. L.
D., the President, was most affecting and emo
tional. The peculiar circumstances Of the occa-
sion, the final separation of classmates and COM
panions, the severving of those sweet ties which
subsist between teacher and scholar, and the as
sociationsand memories which this season revived,
rendered theoccasion intensely interesting. When
he concluded, tears were cleaning in many an
eye and many heart silently throbbsd more
quickly, responsive to the strain of pathos which
had pervaded the entire address,
In the evening, came the Concert, when Emusic
sweet, music SOFT" foated through the hall, and
on the wavelets of sweet sounds was our memory
carried back to other scenes as bright and beau
tiful as this, when we were younger and happier
than now. And we thought of the fairy forms
and bright faces, and sweet smiles, which then
had enthralled our souls, and looked around and
found their places filed by others bright and
gay and happy. The instrumental part Of the
Concert was very fine; the vocal part, good. We
can only particularize the "melodies Irlsndaises
for six performers" These were beautiful melo.
dies, beautifully performed, by sweet beautiful
little girls, Of which species of the human race
we have before given our sentiments at large
The duet between Professor ERPuRTH and Miss
HOWE was splendid, and Mr.. JoHNsoN's comic
song was 80 good egg."
With regard to the specimens Of drawing ane
painting, surrounding the room, pendent on tht
walls, some were quite good, some quite the re-
verse. The drawings in crayon and with pencil
and Of the water color and oil paintings were
fine, and perhaps, 80 were the Grecian and paste
paintings, but these last attempts at art, bastard
art-if we may be allowed the e1pression-ar'
always to US painfully abominable, so ''Oh! no
we never mention EN-"
At the hotel, each evening, the day was woune
up with merry dances and songs, and the jes
few lightly and brightly around, much to the de-
light of young men, more to the disgust Of ole
men, most to the horror Of ladies; until the small
morning hours coming on, and the cocks shril
note gave warning ofbed time .''.'
And now, with many thanks to the kind friends
who materially added to our pleasures by theil
kindness, and with pleasant memories Of Lime
stone, of tho sweet singer from Chester, who's
name WAS SO inappropriate to the season, and o
the beautiful faces andsweetsmiles which kindly
though family, had beamed upon us, we, that il
to say I, am, Perspiringly yours;
RUBY.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

those who have not enjoyed that pleasure, that
both 10 quantity and quality, it was every thing
that could have been desired. We feasted, OF
s,the fat Of the land,s and those who have tried
the hospitality Of that nsighborhood, know that
nothing which could add to the pleasure and COM
fort of ftheirsguests was omitted, by the efficient
Committee Of Arrangements
After all had partaken bounifully, capital
address was delivered by AR. d. Judge Moore,
Editor Of the Son of Temperance. Mr.. Moore
enjoys wide spread reputation as a Temperance
speaker, and his effort on this occasion, showed
that he deserved il: We hsveno.dopbt but that
the celebration will result in great good W'nn'-
boro' Regiater. ...-- .---- .. ...
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

interest as beside those which are now on file,
the proprietor has engaged three brilliant and
interesting productions from the pen of the au-
thor of the novelette, now being published.
Those, however, who wish to try our sheet, be-
fore allowing their names to be registered upon
our list of regular subscribers, may have copy
of our paper for six months for one dollar, or the
numbers containing ssWho is the Heir?" for sew
enty.fve cents-payable, of course, in advance.
Those who are fond Of a thrilling, dramatic, and
intensely interesting romance Of Crime, Mystery
and Retribution, would do well to send at once for
the ENQUIRER.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

Fsa,terpiUs.-We enjoyed the pleasure of being
present. at Feasterville, on Saturday last, and
witnessed the celebration Of the Anniversary of
Lone Star Division of Sons of Temperance.
The weather was very pleasant, for the season,
and there could not have been much less than a
thousand persons present. After very appro-
pirate prayer by Rev. Mr.. simons, the large com.
pany were addressed by H. A. Meetze, Esq, of
Lexington, who delivered o very excellent speech.
Then came the dinner. To those eff our read
ers who have before enjoyed the Pic Mic annually
prepared by our good friends at Feasterville, it
is unnecessary to say word. But we can assure
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
DIR. LaBoRDE's HISTORY.

Our thanks are tenderedcordially to the Publish
er, Mr.. PETER B. GLASS, of Columbia, for copy
Of DR.. LABoRDE's new book, entitled "History Of
the South Carolina College, from its incorporation,
including Of its Presidents and Professors,
with an appendix" It has just come to hand, and
deserses1a more extended notice than time will
permit thisweek.
The work will be supplied by Mr.. GLASS, upon
the remittance of 50 for the book, and 80 cents to
pay the postage.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
FIRE AT EBENEZER.

We learn that the Male Academy, at Ebenezer,
under the control of Mr.. JOHN B. SHuRLEY, to-
sether with its entire contents, was destroyed by
fire on Saturday last The fire is supposed to
have been the result of accident. We have heard
the loss estimated at about $1,000.
The exercises of the School have been resumed
in the Church, until another building can be prov-
dod
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
mTRZAu CHURCH.

weare pleased to learn that a protracted meet
ing, commsncedst Tirzah "a. R. } Church, in this
District,aon Wednesday of last week, and contin-
ned until Monday last A gracious ouspouring
Of the Spirit was manifested and eleven persons
connected themselves with the Church. Rev. Mr..
LATHAM, the Pastor, was assisted by Rev. ]. G..
CHALMERS, and by Rev. J. l. BONNER, of the Due
West Telesc0pe.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
J. NEWTON FLOYD.

We learn that the Supreme Court Of North Car
olins, has granted new trial to ]. NEWTON
FLOYD. Our readers will remember that FLOYD
was recently tried at Charlotte, and convicted Of
the murder of Dick Martin, free negro, in Gas.
ton county, and sentenced to be hung.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
From the Columbia Guardian.
The state Censua.

We are indebtedto W. G. HUNT, ESQ.,, Deputy
Secretary Of State for the following abstract from
the Census Returns of 1849 and 1859. When the
full returns are opened and examined, we hope to
be able to lay before our readers, complete
statement of our present white population, with
the increase or decrease since 1849:
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
PERSONAL.

We were pleased to meet in our Office on yester-
day, Mr.. A. A. GILBERT, editor of the Sumter
Watchman, who is in attendance on the meeting
of the Bible Convention. We are gratifed to learn
that the Ratchman is in prosperous condition.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04

Resuscitation Of Nescspapers.-The morning af-
ter the French occupation Of Milan several jour
nails that had been suppressed by the Austrian
government re.sppeared. One had been suppress.
ed FIVE years, and in the last number had promised
the "concusion" of story in the next True to
promise, the next, at the end Of FIVE years, took
up the story where it had been left of, and con-
nlndad Il
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
RELIGIOUS SERVICES FOB SUNDAY, AUGUST Z

Methodist Church.
Rev. L. A. JOHNSTON, Pastor. Service at 10 A.
NJ, and u P. M.
Presbyterian Church.
Rev. JOHN s. HARMS will preach at 10 A. NJ, and
7P. M.
Independent Presbyterian Church.
Rev. ROBERT Y. RUSSELL, Pastor. Service at
10A. NJ, and 2 P. NJ.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1859-08-04
YORKVltLE, S. G.
THURSDAY MORNING, AUGUST A, 1859.

Special Notice.-A1l communications, on matters CON
necd With the paper should be addressed "THE YORK
VILE ENQUIRER and not the Editor Proprietor, per.
sonay Persons desiring prompt attention to their fsvors
must bear this in mind.
Fs Capt D. D. MOORE, MAI. MYLEs SMITH, SAML
G. BROWN, J. L. THOMSON and SAMUEL J. KUfKENDAL
Of York and WILLIAM D. Cook, Of Bennettsvie, are au.
thorized agents Of the ENQUIRER.
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G9eYBerkbilltG lltGnqnire'

EDITED BY
SAM'Is w. MELTON.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-15
The late Leigh Hunt.

The late foreign news brings intelligence OF
the death of Leigh Hunt, the well known jour
nalist and poet, aged seventy-6ye years. His
father was clergyman, born in the West
lndies--was in Pennsylvania at the time
Of the revolution and fled to England, where
he became tutor to Mr.. Leigh, nephew of
Lord ChandoS, and his son, who was born at
Middlcsex. was named after Mr.. Leigh
The deceased showed his talent for poetry
early, and became an author and editor. in
con- junction with his brother John. While
editing London journal he libelled the
prince regent by calling him a fat Adonis
of fifty" and was imprisoned two years
therefor-also paying fine of E50O. His
brother John also shared the imprisonment,
and the costs of the suit to both Of them were
E2,00O in all. On leaving prison he pub
lished "Rmini," and continued writing in
various periodicals, some of which-The In
dicator, for instance--werc mainly COM
posed of his own contributions. His works
have gained much in popularity since the
days when Byron and his admirers snecrcd
at the "Cockney School," and their spirit
has always been dclicately fanciful, gene
rous and high toned Among his intimate
friends he numbered lIazlitt, Lamb, Shelley,
Keats, Lloyd and others, whose fame is
world wide OF late years he has resided
i'm comparative retirement.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1859-09-15
Movements of Ocean Steamers.

We find that the number of outward bound
ocean steamers from the United States and
Canada, from the 18th to the 18th of Septem-
her, embraces eleven, seven (which sail from
the port Of New York, one from Boston, and
two from Quebec. The number to leave Eu-
rope for this port between August Is and
September 10, including the Anglo-Saxon,
which arrived yesterday, amounts TO ten
five Of which were for New York, three for
Quebec, one for Boston, and one for Halifax.
When the arrival and departure Of this large
fleet of European steamers at this port, IN
such brief period of time, is taken, in con-
ncction with the West India. Pacifcand coast
Ing steamers which centre in New York, 1t
goes to show that this city is at the head Of
steam navigation in the New World. What
a rush there was to the Battery twenty years
ago to see the little Sirius as she came to an
chor after her first voyage across the Allan
tic.-N y. Herald.