Weekly standard. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1858-1865, 1860-05-23
MACON.

For the Standard.
As the season is advancing in which many Of our
citizens leave their homes in pursuit Of health and
recreation, doubtless you will approve, Mr. Editor
of few timely hints to such, in reference to place
of great facilities for the attainment of those desra
BILE objects; and in accordance with the we'll known
patriotism Of North -Carolinians, am confident, es
pecaly at this significant period Of our history, that
the above mentioned sterling principle of our fathers
will dispose us to encourage the enterprise of
own people, when they can offer superior, or at
least equal inducements to any beyond our borders.
Now, here is our own ancient town of Beaufort
which, for beauty of location, salubrity of atmos-
phere, facility for seabahng, elegant and excellent
accommodation. luxurious fare, and numerous other
advantages, in which it is not surpassed by any
other summer resort on our whole Atlantic coast
And for accommodations, there is the new and
spacious Atlantic House," whose enterp,izlng and
generous propretors, Messrs. Pender Page, spare
pains or expense in furnishing tlieir establish
ment with every convenience, comfort and facility
for enjoyment to be found any where. The situa-
ton Of the Atlantic House is peculiarly advantageous
for sea-bathng and sea-air being exactly opposite
the Inlet and the ground which it stands is twice
in twenty-four hours overaowed with the tide. A
new and enlarged bathing house has been erected
this season. at the Southeast extremity Of the piazza
affordng ready access, and every convenience nec
essary with prompt and ready attendance of capable
servants, all without extra charge.
Here the waves of old ocean roll in deliciously
upon the bathers, invigorating their frames and
cheering their hearts, as they feel the impulse
of life and health within them; and, among other
Indications an excellent appetite for the wholesome
and delicate fare provided abundantly at the agree
able board of the Atlantic House.
In respect of health then, Mr. Editor, what more
can We desire? And for recreations, in addition to
those provided for during the last season. the pro-
prietors of this elegant establishment have devised
still more agreeable and excellent things for the
pleasure and improvement of their guests. They
have purchased new steamboat for pleasure excur-
sions on the harbor, as we'll as the conveyance Of
passengers to and from the Railroad at Morehead
City, They have erected pleasant and airy apart
ments on the main land, for the accommodation Of
those who prefer them to chambers in the principal
building over the water. A band of music is also
provided for the season. Pastimes and amusements
of various kinds provided for within doors; pleas
ant walks and pleasure boats await the pleasure of
guests without
In view of these facts, Mr.. Editor why need we
despair Of seeing Beaufort one of the most fashion
able and attractive summer resorts in the Union ?
am sure it deserves to be So and speak from per-
sonal experience. ..'' t.' ;.''
Surely. Mr.. Editor, to the descendants Of our pa
trotic fathers, these hints are sufficient. word to
the wise, you know.
AN INDEPENDENT CAROLINIAN.