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For he Mtelligeucey.

MEssRs. EDIToRs: l confess that was highly
gratifed upon the pcrusal of communication
which appeared in your columns week or so ago,
in relation to our representation in Congress of
the Confederate States of America. Coming as it
did from the old Iron District which can roll up
its thousands of Independent and intelligent voters
1 am disposed to hope that itmcant no mere idle
compliment to our distinguished feow-townsman
who has so ably served us in the National Coun-
cils but that it is expressive Of the general desire
of the voters of that District. l fully agree with
the writer of that communication in the opinion,
that in these revolutionary times we should call
upon our ablest and most experienced men to serve
US, and further believe that when the will of the
people is expressed, that there will be found suffi-
cient patriotism in the breast of every man in our
gallant little State to cause him to obey that cx
pressed will, even though it might be done at the
sacrifice Of his individual interests. If ever there
was time in our history as nation when patriot
ism called for self-sacrfcc that time is at present,
and he who shrinks from laying his all upon the
altar of his country is unworthy the confidence
and esteem of his feow-ctizens. We wanta Rep
resentative whose heart gIows with patriotism and
who would scorn to hold;the position for mere mer
ceuary motives. Such Representative 1 know
we can find in the Hon. JAMEs L. OnR, who is the
nominee of your spartanburg correspondent, and
entertain rot the slightest doubt that he can and
will receive the almost unanimous vote of An
derson District sparsanbmg and Anderson strike
hands in tls matter and it scarcely be doubted
that Pickcns, Greenyille and Union, where in times
past Col. 0ER hns been so popular, will send up q
hearty amen to this nomination. If such should
be the case, am satisfied Col. ORR will regard it
as the highest honor of his life, and this Congress
sional District will have cause to be proud Of hcr
Representative.
1t may be proper to state, that for years past
have not voted for Col. 0nE, owing entirely to po-
litical differences between US, but, as member of
the old secession party, now that the bright and
glorious day for which we hoped, and prayed
through long years has dawned upon us, and those
who differed with us in opinion have participated
in bringing about The desired result, have, in
common with my party, buried beyond resurrec-
ton old differences, and desire only my coun-
trys honor and prosperity both of which believe
will be preserved by the election of Col. Orr. L
think that hazard nothing in saying that the old
secession party of Anderson viii support him to a
man. SECESSION.
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INcEND1AR1sM1N' 'JHARLorrE.-The pco-
pie of Charlotte, N. c., are somewhat ex-
cited from number of fires which have
occurred there since Friday evening. On
that afternoon, as we learn from the Bul-
letin, the barn and stables of Col. Myres
were burned and some out-houses of Mr..
Elms. On Saturday night the barn of
Mr.. Cook was fired and on Sunday morn
ing at dawn Of day the unoccupied tene-
ment of an clubhouse, known as the Meth
odist Parsonage property, occupied by the
Rev. Mr.. Kennedy, was fired, and all of
the out-houses of the premises, together
with the store-roonl in the rear of the
dwelling adjoining, the property of Mr., j..
NJ. Springs, were entirely consumed.
CHARLOTTE, April More fires have
occurred in Charlotte, and there is great
excitement. Business is suspened, and
the citizens are under arms. Serious
trouble is appreherded
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WASHINGTON, March 29.-During the
late Executive session of the Senate
about four hundred nominations we're con-
frmed, which were sent in by the Presi-
dent yesterday.
Gen VIM. Hickey was elected Assist
ant Secretary of the Senate, and not Sec
rotary, erreneously stated in the newspa-
pers Asbury Dickens retains the latter
position.
Much anxiety is expressed respecting
the distribution of the building Of the
seven steam sloops-of-war ordered by the
last Congress. M official action has
been taken on the subject; besides, the
appropriation for that purpose will not
be available till after the 1st of July.
The Cabinet met at an early hour this
morning. The Administration isnot par
ticularly popular among the press for
news revelations, but, according to cur
rent reports, the threatening events in
the. South to-day occupy their attention.
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WASHINGTON, April 1.-The Tribne's
special Washington correspondent says
that the President reserves to himself the
ultimate decision of the question in regard
to reinforcing Fort Sumter, about which
the Cabinet were unanimous, with one
exception, two weeks ago. Different
views have recently been presented, not
without leaving impressions favorable to
the feasibility Of introducing men and sup
plies. The correspondent adds that sew
eral leading naval officers express be-
lief chat the batteries guarding the en-
trance to Charleston harbor might be run
by steam without more than ordinary
risk; but agree that the enterprise should
be executed at night. This view is en-
tertained by the agent sent to make a
personal inspection for the satisfaction of
the administration.
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Naw Advertisements.

We ask attention to the card of DR.. ANDERSON,
who offers his services as Dentist to the citizens
of this place and surrounding country.
The Tax Collector and all taxpayers will find
an important circular from the omptrocr-General.
Those wishing to invest capital in bonds Of the
Confederate States are offered an opportunity OF
doing so, on application to the Commissioners in
Charleston.
See the orders for Battalion paradcs and drills
in the 4th and Al Regiments, S. c. NJ.
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Tho sont,aru Confederation.

This is the title of new hebdomadal which re-
Gently made its appearance in the town of Darling
ton, in this State. The ConcdcratiOn is issued in
crcdtable style by A1cssrs. NORWOOD, ZIMMERMAN &
NoRwoop. at 50 per annum. We have received
copy, and gladly place it on our exchange list
Darlington District is well supplied with news
papers, having three excellent wceklies now en-
gagged in diffusing light and intelligence, and ad-
yocating the interests of that section.
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Tho Constitution Adopted.

A dispatch to Montgomery announces the graft
ifying fact that Mississippi has ratified the Consi-
tuition of the Confederate States by vote almost
unanimous.
This being the fifth State that has ratified the
instrument, the Constitution, by its own provision,
is now in full force, and is the supreme law of the
land There is no doubt whatever of its ratifca-
ton by the two remaining States, South Carolina
and Florf,a.-Guardian.
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New YORK, March 29.-A Paris letter
to the New York Times states that the
French and English governments are fit
ting out powerful fleets Of war steamers
for the United States. The suggestion,
it is said, came from England. France
furnishes three first class frigates. The
English contingent will perhaps be larger.
The fleet will sail with sealed orders.
Spain is also preparing to send for
midable force to the Gulf of Mexico,
though not working in concert with
France and England.
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BOOKS OF SUBSCRIPTION will be opened for
S5,000G0O at the Bank Of the State, in Charles
ton, on the 18th and 18th days of April next be-
tween the hours of 8 a. m. and p. m. Five per
cent must be paid in cash, at the time of subscrip-
ton, and the remainder on or before the first of
May, interest to run from the date Of such pay
ment Persons desiring to secure their subscrip-
ton, may pay in cash the whole amount, and take
n receipt for the delivery of bonds or stock. To
cqualize the rate of subscription at all points, and
to enable all persons conveniently to subscribe,
current bank notes of the place will be received at
their market value in coin. In case of an over
subscription, preference will be gven-frst, to
those who pay down their whole subscription;
next, to subscribers of $50; next, to subscribers
of S100.
Books of subscription will be opened on the
same day at the Branches of the Bank of the
State, in Columbia, Camden and Abbeville; also,
at the Banks of Newbcrry, Chester, Fairfield,
(heraw, Georgetown and Hamburg. and at Green
vile. EDWARD FROST,
C. NJ FURMAN,
GEO. A. TRENHOLM,
Commissioners for South Carolina,
April T. 1861 SO 1T
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Personal.

We had the pleasure of call last week from Mr.
j. T. McCAErr, editor and propfictor of the Elbcr-
ton (Gco.) Star Of Tie South. The "Star it was
gratifying to learn, is amply supported by the no
ble intelligent and generous citizens of Ebert and
adjoining counties. 1t is deserving of all this,
and more too and we trust Cor its future unsinted
success and prosperity. 1t may be well to remark,
that those of our merchants who trade with the
folks over the Savannah will find the "Star" an
excellent and remunerative advertising medium.
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Flag for the Cadets.

As was stated last week, the banner for the Ca
diets will be presented tomorrow friday at eleven
o'clock a. m. Interesting speeches will be deliv-
cred, appropriate to the occasion. parade will
take place Immediately after this ceremony, to be
followed at night by entertaining exercises IN cio
cution.
All feeling disposition to witness these truly
interesting ceremonies are requested to be present
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Near Fernandina, Florida, on the 22d
inst, William Culpepper was found near
the railroad with his skull severely frac-
tured. Nearly one-half the occipital
bone, which had beeen pounded into frag-
ments was removed but Culpepper still
survives, and is in fair way to recover.
A man named Parker has been arrested,
charged with having committed the of:
fence
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Meetings, Etc.

The Palmetto Riacmen parade fOr drill and in
struction on Saturday next. The regular monthly
meeting will be held in the evening of same day.
The Seneca Rangers parade on next Saturday
for drill, &c.
Tomorrow friday will be observed by the NJ
E. congregation of this place as Day of Fasting
and Prayer. Services in the Church at II o'clock,
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REou1s1T1oN UPON FLoRIDA.-The Tai
lahassee Floridian Of the Esd, says Presi-
dent Davis has requested Gov. Perry, of
Florida, to furnish 500 volunteers for the
service of the Confederate States.
The Apalachicola Times is informed
that dispatch was received there from
Adiutant General Brevard calling for q
company of 100 men from that city, to
proceed at once to Pensacola.
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April 4, 1861

AFTER being absent from home month, has re-
turned to Anderson, and embraces the opportunity
to return her thanks for the liberal patronage the
citizens have bestowed upon her. She would in
form the gentlemen that she will be happy TO sew
for them, and make any garment in good style and
at reasonable prices. Cutting done, when custo-
mcrs prefer.
April 4, 1861 80 If
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Bs~ 1t is earnestly desired that there should be
full attendance of members of Anderson Division,
No. 20, Sons of Temperance, at their Hall on next
Tuesday evening" as business of Importance will
be brought before the Division. 1t will be to the
interest of each member to be present.
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Election for Brig. Gen.

From an order in another column, it will be seen
that an election will be held on Saturday, the lst
day of June, for BrigadicrGcneral of the 1st
Brigade, S. c. NJ, to fill the vacancy occasioncd by
the resignation of Gen. W. X. EAsLEY. We have
heard of no candidates fer the position, as yet
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AssIGNEE,s NOTICE.

R. L. GAINES having made an assignment of
his nett share and interest in the late firm of
R. L. Gaines s. Co.. his individual creditors are
notified that meeting will be held on Saturday
the 9th of April at o'clock p. M, at the Office Of
Harrison S Whitners, for the purpose of electing
an Agent
]. Il. WHITNER, Assignee.
March %, 1861 80 1t
,ss nS Gazette copy once and forward bill to this
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Headquarters.

THE Battalions of the And Regiment will assem-
bic ut their usual parade grounds as follows:
The 2nd Battalion at Brucc'a Shop on the lst
Saturday in April.
The lst Battalion at Picrcetown the ID Saturday
in April.
The commissioned and non-commissioned officers
will assemble the days previous to review for drill
and instruction The lcrcctown Guards will
bring arms on day of review.
BY order of Col. JAMES LONG.
]. C. WHITFIELD, Adj't.
April 4, 1861 -a3 2t
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Rreda.

BY the last AbbeviIle papers We learn that this
skilfuland Experienced workman has established
branch of. his business at that place. We can
readily recommend Mr. BREDA to the citizens of
Abbeville for his industry, skill and promptness
and Furthermore youch for his standing "on the
g. a.. His establishment in this place is still Kept
up, and all work will be executed as heretofore.
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AsjHrNerow, March 2S117-Mr. Lannon's
renort to-day was the subject of Cabi1
net meeting. It confirms the previous
dispatches from Major Anderson, that ne ne
cannot hold out much longer. Mr. Lamon non
gives it as his opinion that it is alinos5 tss
Smnossible to reinforce the garrlsolafIIor or
Snpster He left no order wit5}Se fort
Andersonfor the eyacda ton Charleston
but will probabI sgcg for the evacua,
in a few tdsssSWlthsss' -
ton; s45lnet meeting, is understood to
rs been unanimous in advising the with
sdrawal of the troops from Sumter.
Although President Lincoln has refus-
ed TO make public Major Anderson's dis
patches, it is known that there is no ground
for alleged discrepancies in them, as has
been charged
The Confederate Commissioners have
received no intimatio1s of any reply as
yet to their demand for recognition, but
have determined to comply with the adj
vice of their Government to tarry here
awhile.
Col. A: Dudley Mann left today for
Europe, quite hopeful of the success OF his
mission.
The Senate has adjourned sine die, and
crowds of disappointed politicians are
Charleston Courier.
The Secretary of The Treasury has IS
sued positive ordersl;o the United States
Collectors at ports on the Ohio and Mis-
sissippi rivers to appraise all foreign
imported goods on which no duty is now
or had been previously collected. This,
in effect makes them ports of entry with
out the authority fan act of Congress.
A row occurred among some California
rival applicants in the office and presence
of the President yesterday. Mr.. Lincoln
took some indecent written remarks
handed him by one of the party, and
threw the paperinto the fire. This caused
the disturbance, and a party Indignantly
withdrew.
Mr.. Seward was in close conference
yesterday with the Spanish Minister, 1t
is believed the Minister discredited the
statement that Spain contemplated at
taching San Domingo.
I have been informed for the hundredth
time, that Fort Sumter will be evacuated
within three days. 1t is alleged, private
ly, that the delay was caused by fear Of
disastrous influence on the New England
elections, which take place on the 1st Of
April.
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New ORLEANS, April 2.-Galveston ad-
vices state that Col. Ford received informa-
ton from Matamoros that Gen. Ampudia,
with 5000 men, threatened hostilities.
Col. Ford ordered all the heavy guns and
ordance stores at Brazos Island to be
shipped to the scene of the anticipated
difficulties.
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Correction.

The announcement in our last that the slave OF
Col. JESSE MCGEE, condemned to death for house
burning, &C., would be executed on--Fridayssncxt,
is mistake The day fixed is the lst Friday in
May.
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Haad-Quarters.

GEEENyILLE, S. c., March %, 1861.
ORDER NO. 1.
TO COLONIES COMMANDING REGIMENTS in
the lst Brigade S. c. NJ.
You are hereby ordered to hold an election in
your respective Regiments Saturday, The Isl day
of J,me ne9t, for Brigadier-General Of the lst
Brigade S. c. NJ, to fill the vacancy o.casoned by
the resignation Of Baigadier-GeneraI W. K. Easley,
and forthwith transmit statement to me showing
the result of said election. You are. also charged
with the extension of this order
S. D. GOoDLETT,
Maj General 1st Division S. c.. II,
April 4, 1861 93 2t
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EDITED BY
JAMES A. HoYT and W. W. HUMPHREYS.

aSy- The many new advertisements exclude edi-
torial and other matter from this issue. Readers
will bear with us under these circumstances.
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Additional Directions 10 Tax Collectors.

Returns of moneys loaned" and "roneys at
interest" investments in stocks and bonds, &C.,
arc to be made with rseerence to the year ending
Slst December, 1861 and must be for the principal
so invested.
The exemption of the "Bonds and Stocks of this
State" from the tax of 10 cents per 500 on
"NIoncys invested in Stocks, s, refers exclusive
ly to the Bonds and Stocks "1ssUED BY the State
of South Carolina.
Investments in the Stocks only Of the Banks and
Railroad Companies of this State, are exempt from
tax the Bonds of such Banks and Corporations
are not included in this exception.
In the case of Slaves or Lands sold on 1st octo-
Der, the seller and not the purchaser is liable for
the tax; the law does not consider fractions of q
day.
Returns of dogs kept by slaves and free persons
of color, must be made with refeYencc.to 1st 0cto-
bcr, 1867 these returns arc not to the local orpo-
lice assessments.
Returns already received, which havesHt been
made in conformity with the law, as above con-
,trued and explained, should be amended
April 4, 1861 SO 1t
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OFFICE OF THE ATToRNEY-GENERAL,

OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, I
March %, 1861.
To ". j. Lauaz, Esq, Acting Comptroller General:
SIR: Your note of the 18th, received yesterday,
proposes some questions in regard to which find
it difficult to come to any satisfactory conclusion.
Much, after all, in the matter of tax returns, de-
pends on the discretion and conscience of the tax
payer.
1. ".Salaries " apply, 1 think, to fixed amounts
received annually, at shorter periods, for SER
vices, other than menial or merely manual We
speak of the "pagesn of Ccachmen and Ditchcrs,
although engaged by the year, and paid quarterly;
and of the salaries - of Public Officer, Clerk
o.; Schoomaster. Ovcrscers generally receive sca-
ges; but, when man overlooks, perhaps, three or
four plantations, and receives several thousand
dollars the compensation would rise to the dignity
of salary. 1 would take 0verscer's return
either way as he chose to make it. All compen-
sation for work not coming under the head of sala-
ry would be "avagcs." Salaries are taxable, how
ever small, and for the whole amount. Wages are
taxable when they exceed $500 year, and then,
in my opinion, only on the excess over that amount
Both salary and wages are compensation for the
Taxpayers o,ra services.
.. The salaries of fiscal officers arc nat errmpte5
from tax the salaries of any other officers than
hose of the Army or Navy.
3. Wages ofjourncymcn mechanics, think, are
exempt, under the exception you refer to.
4. 4 Tax Collectors commissions if not salary,
would in its widest sense come under the head of
wages, or might be embraced under the head Of
complement" The Legislature meant that oil
persons, not specially excepted should contribute
something from their earnings and public officers
are specially included Though not, in the ordin-,
airy sense, salary, think that Tax Collectors in
comes would be most appropriately returned under
that head.
5. Notes and obligations given for PROPERTY
SOLD, WHETHER MERCHANDISE OR OTHER
WISE if ON TIME or BEARING INTEREST,
would, think be liable to taxation, as moneys at
interest. Notes given for merchandise usually
have the interest incorporated in the amount, and
this should consider as cxempting them, lnd not
an evasion; the law is intended for cases III which
Tie paper is in some sort an Investment
6. Funds not reduced to possession, and from
which 10 present income is derived are not within
the provisions of the Act and such is the situation
generally of amounts in the hands Of Masters and
Commissioners. The persons to whom it shall be
ultimately decided that these funds belong are not
liable to a tax, and the Masters and Commission
ers are certainly not liable.
Z. Professional income l consider as the amount
which the professional man receives after the e1-
penscs necessarily incident to the exercise of his
profession have been deducted. Whether an ex-
pcnsc may be considered as necessarily incident,
must in great degree depend on The views of the
party who makes the return.
l. W. HAYSE, Attorney General.
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School-Teaehers' Notice.

am prepared to pay all reports passed at the
January meeting OF the Board. Come one, come
all, and get your money.
JOHN B. WATSON See. and Treasr.
April 4, 1861 80 If
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Attention, Palmetto Rifemen! |!

ALJenTl0n, FaImett0 RIhemen.
IN obedience to Orders No. l, from Regimentas
Head Quarters the order heretofore published re-
quiring II parade every Saturday is hereby coun-
termanded
You are hereby ordered to appear for drill and
instruction, at the company rendezvous on the first
and third Saturday of April (the 9Th and 20th) at
IL O'clock a. M, and upon every first and third
Saturday thereafter, until otherwise ordered.
NIKE MAGEE, o. S.
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Attention, Seneca Rangers!
YOU are hereby ordered to be at your usual place
of rendezvous on Saturday, April 9Th, armed and
equipped as the Constitution provides.
BY order Of Capt. HALL.
E. B. SLOAN, Secy.
March %, 1861 30 2t
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Headquarters, 9Th Reg, S. C. NJ.

Headquarters, 4th Reg, S. G. M.
THE Battalions of the 9Th Regiment will assemble
for review and drill as follows:
The ID Battalion at Howard's, on the Sd Satur-
day in this month, Goth inst.
The first Battalion at Mayfeld's, on The fourth
Saturday III this month, 9th inst
The officers will assemble the day previous for
drill and instruction.
Lieutcnant-Cooncl DEAN and Major KAY are
charged with the extension Of this order to their
Battalions
C. S. aIATTlsoN, Colonel
]. H. WnTyEE, Adj't.
April 4, 1861 SO at