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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20


Mr.. EpIron Tho name of Capt. ADSER N.
PERRIN, was changed from that Of candidate for
the Office of Lieut. Colonel of our Regiment to that
of Major, without his knowlcdgc or consent. You
will SO reinstatc it.
His claims to this Office feel confident will not
be passed by without due consideration. Capt.
PERRIN is native Of Abbcville, and an adopted
son Of Edgeield, where he practised law for
number of years, and married the youngest daugbt.
er Of lie lamcutcd Col. PIERCE NJ. BUTLER, Of
tue Palmetto Regiment, thus completing his per-
manent identification with the District. lie was
for two years in the late United States Army. He
was also Lieutenant in tho Mexican war, and was
in command of Company as Captain during the
whole period Of service, becoming we'll skilled in
tactics and military art. lie was among the first
to volunteer us private in the company of the uc-
plsked Capt. CICERO ADAMS, now on duty on Su'-
liran's Island not waiting for Office, but acting in
obedience to the first impulse of patriotism. The
gallant Col. MAxcY GREGG approaching his skill
and experience as a military man, has promoted
him to the post of Quarter Of his Regiment,
with the rank Of Captain, the duties of which Office
he is now daily discharging.
I feel confident that his varied services in the
military, and his ready patriotism, will be duly
appreciated by the entire Regiment.
ANXIOUS.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

rrE JOHN BKuwy (JH. RAID.-The Repub
lican papers appear very ncrrdulouS rs TO the
alleged charge that IL new rail on the Southern
States has been concnctcd in New York, the
puin, of operations being irom llayli. John
Brown, .Ir., and James ltcdpa'h,a Il wcll.knowh
British cmissary in his country, are The par
ties charged with this new reasonable conspi-
racy 1t seems, from evidence submitted to
the Grand Jury, that not only were there
mushsts aboard, but the sixty persons who
sailed from that port were composed of both
black and white men. Now, ifit was simply
scheme for black emigration to llayti, why
did white men go?
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

at an annual convocation Of the NJ. E.
Grand Royal Arch Chapter Of South Carroll
ma, held in the city Of Charleston, February
18th, 1861, the following officers were elected
and installed:
Comp. a. e. Mackey, NJ. D., of Charleston,
NJ. +. e. IL. p.
Comp. y Ramsey, of EdSefield, d. G. II.
P.
Comp W. II. D. Gaillard. of pendlcton.
q. X.
Comp. A. F. Lumpkip, of Gladdcn's Grove,
G. S.
Comp. Thos. Rason, of Abbeville, Grand
Chaplain.
Comp. c. F. Jackson of Charleston Z" IND
Treasurer.
Comr. Ebcrezer Thayer, OF .rcston.
c. aud Secretary.
Comp. S. II. Langston, of Anderson, Grand
c. II.
Comp B. Hewctson, Of Charleston, G. t.
A. G.
Comp w. B. Thompson, Grand Sentinel
Committee on Foreign Correspondence
Comp. David Ramsay, B. X. Campbell and
II. W. Schroeder.
The Grand Chapter adjourned on Thursday,
the l4h inst, to meet again on Tuesday az
tar the 81 Monday in February, lSG2, in the
city of Charleston.
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The Southern Congress.

MONTGOMERY, Feb. l5.-Congress today
appointed a Committee of six to make suita-
bic arrangements for the reception aud inaug.
uration of the President.
The Inauguration will take place on Mon
day next, at one o'clock.
The Chair stated that he had received a
communication in relation to the purchase OF
vessels for the Provisional Government. 1t
was referred to the Committee on Naval
Affairs.
Mr. Fearn, Of Alabama, presented letter
relative to a new prcjectie, approved by sclen-
tliic military men. 1t was referred to tile
Committee on Military Affairs.
An official eopy Of the Texas Ordinance OF
Secession was then presented with the crc-
dentials of the deputies. Only one of them,
as yet, arrived.
Objection was made to the reception OF
these credentials, on the ground that the Or
dnance of Secession of the State of Texas
had not yet been ratified. The delegate pres.
ent, Mr.. Gregg, was finally invited to seat
in the Congress, and the papers submitted by
him were referred.
Two model flags were presented and re-
ferret.
The Congress then went into secret session,
during which an Act and Resolution were
passed. from which the obligation of secrecy
was removed. The Act continues in office all
officers connected with the collection OF the
customs at the time Of the adoption OF the
Constitution of the Confederate States, with
salaries, powers, etc, as heretofore, provided
the compensation shall not exceed $5OO0.
Collections are required within two weeks.
Collectors are to execute the same bonds as
heretofore, and subordinates are to give bonds
one week after collection. Officers are re-
quired to take an oath to discharge their du-
ties TO, and to support the Constitution OF,
the Provisional Government.
The resolution adopted continues in office,
until otherwise ordered, several officers con-
nected with tue collection Of duties, until the
lst Of April next and the Secretary of the
Treasury is instructed to report plan, to go
into effect on the lst Of April, diminishing
the expenses of collecting the revenues-dim-
mutton to be at least fifty per cent. ut each
customhousc.
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African Slave Trade.

The Congress of tho Confederate States of
America has taken decided and unqualified ground
against the opening of the African Slave Trade.
Indeed clause to that uffect is embodied in th;
Constitution Of the Provisional Government.
Some squint at the sapposion that this is only a
temporary stop, designed to induce the Border
States into the Southern alliance. If 50, it is
most uniisnifed and unmanly. But i; is not so.
The pc"rle are, and have been, and will in all
probability c"aIinuc tn he. hostile to the REOPEN
ing of that 'radc-at leust in the States of South
Carolina, Georgin, Alabama and Mississippi: and
this action of the Southern Congress is but a re-
aex of thai sentiment of the people. We regard
the policy wise, not upon tho idea of ginning out
rido applause hut because it aets inside Mt tho be-
ginning a rock upon which we might soon split in
our own informal relations.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

ARRIVAL OF AHMs.-The steamer Ever
glade landed during her last trip to this place
fifteen hundred muskels. These arms are
from the Charleston Arsenal, and are said to
b.. very effective weapons. They are provided
with percussion locks aud are lighter than the
muskcL in ordinary use. One Thousand Of
these arms will remain here fur the present rs
i point Of distribution, and will be issued as
orders arrive to that effect. We are informed
that twenty-five hundred .inIilarg guns and one
thousand Maynard Rifles are expected here IN
the aU.h inst. Ih.: various cavalry cumpa-
nics throughout the State, are 10 be armed
with the latter most elegant and efficient
wcupon.-Fernandin Flnridian.
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Fort Sumter.

Under this head, the Charleston .HerearQ,
Of February 10Th, contains the following com,
munication:
"The time is approaching when Fort Sum.
ter will probably be attacked. Let the us.
sailants remember that the garrison are, in
the main, poor hirclings, bound to obey the
orders of their superiors, aud doubtless. not
disposed to fight if they could avoid it. Tha.
they are not responsible for the acts of the
President, or oil the United States, and not
one of them should be put to death, but as q
necessary measure to secure the fort to South
Carolina. Let not one be killed after the fort
is surrendered let us little blood be shed as
possible. A. B. LONGSTREET.
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THE SEIZED MuSKE7e AGAIN-A Portion
OF THEM RErAINED.-The thirty-eight cases,
containing nine hundred and fifty rifles, re-
Gently seized by order of Police Superinten-
dent Kennedy, while being shipped on board
tue steamer Monticello for Savannah. and Ia
ken to the Arsenal in Seventh avenue, on
tue specipus plea that they were contraband
Of war" have not nl been delivered up, as
was at first reported, that officer i'll retain
ing ten cases, which lie says he will not dc.
liver until compelled by due process of law.
The other twenty. eight cases, worth S., 500
of which we shall speak bcreaftcr-were
delivered to The rightlul owner on Thursday
last, The arms now held by Superintendent
Kennedy, it is said. arc the property ui Rob
ert Toombs. jr., of Georgia.
The twenty.cight cases which were dcliv-
cred up on Thursday last were, soon after
their seizure, claimed by Wm. II. Calender,
in behalf Of al arms manufacturing company
of Hartford Connecticut, rs their agent.
Superintendent kcnncdy was waited upon
and peaceabie delivery Of the goods was de-
mandrd, but he declined. Mr.. Calender
then applied, on Thursday, the 7th inst, to
the Superior Court in this city, ior writ OF
replcvin, which was Immediately granted,
and the process placed in the hands of Depu.
ty Sheriff Thomas Dunlap, for execution.
The same day, Sheriff Dunlap waited upon
Superintendent Kennedy, showing him the
legal document calling for the delivery of the
muskets. Mr.. Kennedy Immediately wrote
an order on Commissary General Welch TO
deliver the muskets named in the writ marked
L., and the contraband goods" were taken
from the Seventh avenue Arsenal TO store
house down town, and there placed in the
possession Of their righilui owners. We
learn that they have since been placed OH
board Southern bound vessel and are now
on their way to their original Destination
New York Herald.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

For the Advertiser.
Mr.. EprToE: ] attended tho muster of the Vol
untecr Company uf the Upper Battalion, 9th Reg
imtn,, on Saturday ia,t. Ut Liberty Hill. This iy
al exceedingly Ens C"mraay hring composed Of
some Of the best and most substantial If our ci.i-
zens in that section Of old Elsrtc!d. Their OIL
GERS are able and experienced their Captain, j..
NJ TALnEEr was formerly tie Colonel of the 9Th
Regiment, and their first Lieutenant, j T. Bur-
RiS$, was formerly the Colonel Of the 81 Rtgi-
mena uf Cavalry. The Company was exercised III
the Company drill for une hour and half, and
the promptncss with which they executed the va
ruus muumuvres showed how much raw troops
eau be improved under good and efficient Officers.
In the Roll of this Company published by you
there is an omission of the Namcs Of three highly
patriotic citizens, viz : joins W. TouxlHs, late Col.
Of tho 9th Regiment, JAMES CALLiSoH, the Cap
tain of the Shatterfeld Company, W. l.. PARKS.
Quarter Master of the 9Th Regiment. Will you
have the Kindness to ro publish the Roll, and let
it bc complete by the addition of the above names
Respectfully, +.
= Nnt nmiftni hv our fuult-ED ANY
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20
Troops Sent South.

New YORK, February l5.-Thc Steamer
Daniel JEebsier sailed South to-day with one
hundred and fifty artiler!men. The Journal
9f Commerce says that they are intended for
Fort Pickens, but their real destination is u
secret. Many think that they are going to,
wards Charleston.
Superintendent Kennedy, Of the Abolition
Police, still claims and exercises the right 10
seize and appropriate arms intended for the
South
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20
Columbia.

It occurs to Us that there will be much filness
in selecting Columbia in our State as the Capital
of the Confederate States Of America. Far be il
from South Cnrolinans, tu claim any especial
honnr on account Of the course un!tedly pursued
by our people, against dominant hostile party at
the North, in the late step Of Secession. The po-
siton Of our State L. no higher. no lswcr than that
of the other State. with which she is acting. Not
on this account then do we claim the scat Uf Gov.
ernmcnt.
But there is policy in lncatng our Capital on a
point Of observation (as it wcre towards the great
Atlantic Coast, yet not near enough exposed to
depredations ut any timc from that quarter, rs to
render the spot in the least insecure. Such place
Columbia, in fur higher degree even than wash
ingon City.
The situation of Columbia, again, il one Of e1-
trelne beauty and saluhrity; and it is certainly
important that such characteristics should attach
to place where nil seasons must 10 usud for pur-
poses Of Government, and whore tie genius of
the South and perhaps Of all countries will some
day seek to educe and a3arn its capabilities There
arc few locations superior to Columbia on these
scores.
Then at Columbia, which is something, NC have
IL truly noble structure which would be no innpt
beginning Of II Capitol for the South,-a Capitol
Of granite, simple but everlasting.
Aud, still more, there is something in the name
of Columbia, which would be, to ourselves as we'll
MS TO the world, rmhrucve Of high memories and
broad suggestions; and tho very sound Of the
Government ut Columbia" would soon ring to
the skies with as clear intonation Us ever that
Of earthly court.
Such arc few ycr 5 in favor of Columbia, South
Carolina as the Scat of Government of the sou.A.
AS to accessibility, in this age Of Railroads it Is
scarcely question to be considered.
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Texas News.

New ORLEANS, Feb. l2.-The latest advi-
ces from Texas state that the convention ad-
iourned on the 4th inst, to meet on the I'd
OF March. A committee of safety were ap-
pointed to remain at Austin. In the mean.
time there is not much disposition either by
the convention or the Legislature to trust
Gov. Houston.
The Legislature were discussing financial
measures and stay law; there was great
deal OF opposition, but it will doubtless pass.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

MIRACULOUS FAcr-The Abbcvilc Gala
SouM says that one day last week, a carpen
ter engaged in building a two story house
upon the plantation of Rev. Edmund Cody,
near Franklin, while laYing tho last course of
shingles, slipped upon the rool near the ridge
and rll with such velocity as entirely to clear
the scallold'ng at the sides, striking a work
bench at distance Of fourteen feet from the
house, breaking the frame, and bounding to
the ground nearly ten feet distant. Strange
tn Say, the entire damage was p - IN
and few bruises on the face
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20
Sc Trooper's - Call.

We trust our Abbevillc friends will heed the call
of " Trooper !" for wo arc sure it is made in the
spirit of earnest hopo that tho Cavalry Of Abbe
yi!lo will be up and doing
I'd We read with pride and pleasure what the
same writer says of our Edgefeld Corps. While
these are not disposed to snatch the banner from
the hands OF the Abbevillc chivalry, we bid tho
latter look to their spurs. Edgcheld holds herself
not only fully represented on the sca-coast, but
ready to fly on the wings of the wind whenever
tho alarm shnll come: The Gaul is in the gate
Come on, brave Abbeville.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

JEFF. Davis EN- ROUTE EoR MONTGOMERY.
Gen Davis arrived at Jackson, MissiSsp-
pi, on Monday evening, on his way to Mont
gomery. He was received with grand mill
tary and civic honors. In a speech at the
capitol. he said if war must come, it must be
upon Northern and not upon Southern soil ;
but if the North is prepared 20 grant us peace
and recognise orr equality, all will be well.
He received an official dispatch atsix o'clock.
desiring his immediate presence at Montgom-
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20
The French Press on the Southern
Movement.

We give so.Ee Interesting extracts from
the Paris Constitrt'oan>!, cf January %, the
semi.oilicial organ Of the French Government.
Commencing upon tie secession of South
Carolina, it says:
"Wc agree with the declaration of South
Carolina, as to the violation OF the Federal
Constitution by the Northern States, in their
nets respecting fugitive slaves; but we have
also said that in yielding more and more to
the Abolition sentiment, the North had only
followed the impulse given by the revolution
of l776 whilst, ut the same time, the South
had been brought by circumstances to set
herself against the principles proclaimed in
that revelation.
"The Convention which passed the Constl.
tuition represented thirteen States. Of these,
twelve were slavchulding. The Declaration
OF Independence had declared that all men
We're created equal, and possessed Certain i'll.
alcaablr rights" Massachusetts ANA several
other States adopted successfully the sauie
principles. Within tile Convention itself that
io:ined the Federal Cons,i utiun, :. strong
feeling against slavery prevailed.
The hope entertained by the founders OF
Of the American Union, that slavery would
be gradually extingu!shcd, is at nn end, and
carses of that result are certain industrial
ftc,s which have talsiiicd all the predictions.
Until 1874, indigo and rice formed the
culture in the slave States. The first OF these
coald be easier raised in other countries, and
il seemed that slavery before long would be
70 N Only in the rice region OF the Carolna'
and Georgia; but thc perfection to which The
manufacture OF cctton has been carried, etc.
has changed the face Of things We must
then fairly admit that it is by means cf Tie
c,,tiou Mrsui nocsn IL Eurvpe Mat the tr'-
cau has tc.m fnai!y cnSlurel IN Amcr!cu."
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AAlICUS.
For the Advertiser.
OAllI Np1UuJ
SrLLIYAN's ISLAND, Feb. S, 1851.
Sword Presentation.
CAMP GREGG.

CAMP GREGG,
SuLLIvANs ISLAND, Feb. S, 1861.
Mr.. EDlroR:-At meeting of the Cherokee
Pond Guards" held on Sullivsn's Island, it was
unanimously resolved to present sword to Capt.
RoHT. MERIwE1HEn, us = testimonial Of their ap-
probation of his worth, and Of their confidence in
hi.u as leader upon the field Of battle.
SergeantJ J. W. WALKER was selected to repre-
sent the Company. l[e delivered q chaste and
eloquent address, ulluding, in most appropriate
manner, 10 those tender ties which bind our hearts
to home and draw our arms to battle. His patri.
otic words expressed the true sentiments Of every
soldier present.
Capt. MERIwITuEE, in few remarks. expressed
his thanks for the high testimonial which he had
received. lie said, thut although lie had ever been
cautious in making promises, yet he hoped that
tho blade would never BIZ di.honored in his hands
he would keep it through life, and finally, would
hequeuth it 10 his sous as the richest legacy q
father could give. a. VOLUNTEER.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

GREAT SLAUGHTER OF ISDlASs Ri COLONEL.
letter to the ST. Louis Re
,rj,iclu states that Col. Crittenden, son Of
H.. distinguished United States Senator, on
Inc 9TH Of December, marched from Fort
l:nion at the head Of e;ghty.eight men and
oiccrs of tac mounted rifles. in pursuit Of a
l,r.c war party of Camanches and kowas,
who were reported to be depret'Ating OF the
t,immeroncita. After following their trail
r.pi,l!y, sometimes by night, he found and sur
r:iseI them on the morning OF the second OF
January, in camp uear Cold Spring, and, al.
t.ra s,yere fight completely routed them, dc.
SIR .y!ng their camp and property, and cap,
t:ning Il .rrat many horses.
Therc we're one hundred and seventy FIVE
Lodges in the CAMP, (one Of them containing
exclusively ummuuitlon,) ull of Which were
DESTROYED. Ten warriors were lett dead ;
number Of wounded unknown. Corporal
Bourke, OF the Rifles, and three privates were
wounded, none mortally.
The Indian force was probahl y several hun
drcd. Only sixty Rifles were actually en-
.u.,.d, and The whole affair is regarded as one
ui' the most daring. brilliant and successful
attacks which has occurred in the Territory
f3r some time.
Tn. attack ocrGrrcd near where Sergeant
NcCnh.. OF the Rifles, defeated y large force
o; the SAME tribe last wiatcr. 1t is believed
HAT this Indian force was collected with {;
view 10 commcucc active hustlities upon The
road from Independence 10 Sant;! re.
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For the Advertiser,
Declension.

Mr.. EpIroR :-pieaso announce that am not
Candidate fer Majpr. would be doing violence
to friendship and to my sense of justice to allow
NV name to DO thus used. I hope my friends will
apr r. cate this action, and DO assured Of my pro-
fourd gratitude for the honor intended by my
nomination. Respectfully and truly,
J. UAMPDEN BROOKS.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

LlScoLHs PoLlcY-The Richmond E"-
M i,cr makes the following remarks cpon Lin.
c .!d's avowal u: lndianap"!is
"Co.nmeat on this development is unnrc"s-
s.,rv Il i, sufficient that we attract Ia Ii the
a;t.n;ion of tho people Of Virginia. soOner
or later, this position OF Mr.. Lincoln must
= ,;nrrl from the State Convention an ordi-
nance of active and ettectua resistance. so
far as the Convention is concerned, nntllns IS
involved but question Of time. We would
urge the peop.e of the State t" take time by
the e forelock. Fill up the ranks OF your vol
unteer companies. Form new companies, or-
ganize and drill without ceasins. Brighten
and sharpen your arms, and keep them bright
ard sharp. The time is close at hand when
we'll drilled corps and we'll polished arms Will
be eminently useful
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Regimental Officers.

The following is the result of the election for
Ficld Officers of the Sd Regiment of Volunteers
Colomci-JANEs II. WILLIAMS, of Nowbcrry.
Lieut.. Coionet--B. i. FOSTER, of Spartanburg.
.Mujur-JAMgs NJ. BANTER, Of Newberry.
The Adjutant ana Inspector General announces
that the following Officers have been elected for
the End Regiment Of South Carolina Volunteers:
Coiomel-JosEpn s. kERsnAw.
Lieut.. Coionei-JANEs D. BLANnISG.
.ior-DlxOS BARNES.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

SOUTHERN STUDENTS LEAVING UNION Col.
LEGE.-.A number OF young Soulherners left
Schenectady this morning for their homes.
They tried to elevate the Palmetto flag on the
skating Park last evening bat were driven Off
En-! during the i.ht they placed it on The lib.
erty pole, ard then cut the halyards. 1t was
taken down this morning.-Ai6any (M ~
Journal, Thursday.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

SENATOR SUMNER AND TIE PREslpENT.-Scp
atur Sumner had an interview with the Pres
itcnt in relation to the offer Of military aid By
the Legislature Of Massachusetts for the de-
fence of the Federal property and the enforce
mcnt of the laws Mr. Sumner asked, what
more could Massachusetts do for the Union7
The President ,eplied Adopt tho resolu-
tions offered By Mr. Crittcnder." Mr.. Sum-
ner rcioned: "The public sentiment of Mas
sachusetts makes it impossible, and agree
with that sentiment"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1861-02-20

ALABAMA STATE UNIFoRM.-Gor. Moore,
of Alabama, has issued orders concerning the
State uniform. The coat, pants and cap of
regimcnta officers and enlisted men called
into service of the State Of Alabama under
ordinance of convention, will he cadet gray.
The trimmings: badges of rank and pattern Of
uniform, will be the same as that of the Uni
ted States Army, conforming to the colorS to
distinguished corps This order is not inen.
led to apply to the volunteer force of the
STATE
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For the Advertiser.
a r~.V

Mr. Enlron Il hear that Gen. WV. Z. Mo-
RACINE has Lcen announced in the AbbevilIe pa
pcrs fur Colonel Of the Regiment composed Of the
Volunteers from Elgefeld and Abbevillc. The
General will not oppose Major T. G. BACON, al
though no one is more deserving Of tho confidence
of the people than this gallant and distinguished
Officer, who acted 50 bravely in Mexico. And
hope that his past glorious services will not be
forgotten by our Governor when he comes to ap-
point his Generals F.