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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
OBITUARY..
DIED, on tho 95sh Of October, 1895, q. his res .,

DIED, on tho 35th OF October, 1896, Mt his rcsi.
denco in Edge6old District, S. c., WRIGHT
NICHOLSON MOORE, aged So years.
When about twenty years Of age, he conn ooted
himself with the Mountain Crook Baptist Church,
from which his membership was transferred to
Fellowship Church, whore he served as Deacon,
with great acceptance, for over quarter OF O
century. He was for some time Treasurer of the
Edgefeld Baptist Association, and was ever for
ward in promoting according to his ability, every
good enterprise. His last illness was aggravated,
r not produced, by exposure in attending the
meeting of the Association ut Gilgab whilo suf-
feripr Indor indisposition. He returned to find
bimself q victim to typhoid fever. and after al
most recovering, had a relapse, accompanied by
inflammation of the bowels, under which he finally
sank.
Though his weakness prevented much convor-
sation after ibis illness was thought to be danger
ous, he had throughout no dread Of the approach
ing change. One of his astremarks was charac-
teristic one to bis boloyed daughter Susan: al
havo done what I could, and haye given oil things
into my Masters hands,
While he was a worry quiet, modest, unobtrusive
man, his sober common sense, sound Judgment,
and caudor made him much valued aa an adviser
and friend. Andhis high sense of duty, unswerv-
ING fidelity and energy, caused him to be leaned
,ipon, and looked up to, by large circle, with o
confidence which Was nevor disappointed. Itwas
n lust and feeling tribute to his worth, whom one
of his old servunts said--" mourn over Mass
Nicholson like I would over my wife or my child.
He was the best friend ever had" In that say
I'M .lnany others can join.
In his departure, not only his Immediate fami-
": not only his Church, but the whole Gommuni-
ty sustained o bereavement He viii be miased,
for bis place will be empty" B. u Jn
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Death of Col. John Quattlebaum.

We announce with unfoigncd sorrow that Col.
JonS QuArrLEB1UN than whom no man in Edge
field District was more widely known or moro
universally esteemed and hopored, departed this
life. at his residence, near Dorn's Mills, on the
18th OF the present month. Col. ouArrLsDAUH
W. for two or three terms Tax Collector of Edge
field District, and represented US more than once
in the Legislature. We remember well bis noble
cacrts for the comfort and wcll-bcing of Southern
Soldiers
And VIC would call attention to the obituary in
this issue. of ". n. MOORE, Esq, another of our
oldest, most honorcd and most honorable citizens.
His death, OF which VIC did not hear until quite
lately, took place some weeks ago athis home in
this District.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
The New Tax Bill.

The chief features of the new Tax Bill, just
passed by both Houses of our General Assembly,
arc as follows: Fifteen cents per 500 Of market
value of land. One dollar for each hundred dol
lars value of cotton on hand on lst October last;
and the same on oil cotton sold since May last.
Ir letter from Columbia to the Charleston Cou-
ricr, which Ne publish elsewhere, it will be seen
that the tax upon each hundred dollars valuo Of
cotton is fifty cents. As the report however,
from which wo write, was given us by our sena-
tor, Hon. Ggo. D. TnLNAN, We think that 1t IL
one dollar instead of fifty cents. The Bill itself
we have not been able to obtain. This last is al
enormous tax, but it must be levied, NO suppose,
to support the State government. 1t is q melan-
choly fact that South Cardinals in condition
Of almost absolute ippecuniosity-a new and
popular word which means being literally witdouf
money. All the funds which she can command
must como from the Golfers Of the Bank OF the
State, and they arc ludicrously small in proper
tion to her necessities. Indeed the President OF
that institution reported lately, in subitance that
it was temporarily bankrupt; and whero tho
funds to meet tho ordinary expenses of State gov
ernment are now to come from has been subject
of anxious inquiry to the Finance Committees of
both Houses. The issne of certificates of indebt-
edness, recommended by Gov. ORR in late Mes
sage, has been authorized by the Legislature-to
the amount of s50O,0O0.
But to return to tho Tux Bill Two dollars per
head, poll tax, on all Mules between 81 and so
years of age. One dollar per head on all Dogs.
Two dollars in this last case would hnve been
wiser and better. A dog eats asmuch as man,
and does no particular good in the world that we
could ever sec. Tvo hundred dollars on every
Still, and T.oenty doilar' on. every hundred dol
lars value of all Liquors sold. Liquor will there
fore be very DEAR. and Temperance Societies may
somewhat relax their efforts.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
The Legislature.

The Legislature of South Carolina adjourned
on Wednesday last, and our members have roach
ed their respective homes in safety and good
hoalth. Most of the proceedings of the Legisln-
turo will be found in our columns to day. The
~stny Law" n very important matter to all, will
bo found in letter from Columbia to the Charles
ton Courier, which, SO long as wc cannot procure
the Bill itself, we copy into our paper. We can
not help expressing the opinion that the amend
ment to the old Stay Law of 1851 is most wise
thoughtful and humane. We call to mind, in q
moment, hundreds Of poor aud unfortunate mon,
sufferers by the war; whO could they get one tenth Of
what is owing them, would be placed beyond care
and want; and not only they themselves, bu
their wives, daughters and little children.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
From Washington.

WASHINGTON, Dec. Z5.
Secretary Seward, by direction of the
President has addressed letter to Gov
Worth of N. G., informing him that Gov
Holden has been relieved OF his trust as Pro
visional Governor, and been directed to de
liver to him the papers properly connected
Herewith.
The Secretary, in his communication to
Gov. Holden, conveys the Presidents ac-
acknowledgements Of the fidelity, loyalty and
discretion which has marked Holden's ad-
ministration.
Secretary Seward has received commu-
nication from Gov. Orr, in the name Of the
people of South Carolina, returning thanks
for the tender of the CO operation of the
government when found necessary in cffect-
ing the early restoration, permanent pros
perity and welfare Of the State. You may
be assured, he adds, Of my nnalterable pur.
pose to aid in upholding the supremacy of
the laws of the United States, and advancing
the honor, interest and prosperity of the com.
mon country. ~ .fi
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Hodges and Jennings.

We would call attention to the card Of HODGES
& JENNINGS, and 10 that of ]. B. HoDqEs. These
gentlemen, who will leave behind them mono but
warm friends, are about to depart from us towards
the West. We rsgret their departure more than
we can w0ll say it must bo longer period than
the longest life that will mako us forget such
kind hearts, such worthy fellow citizens, and
such well-tried friends. We bid them God-spocd
sadly, yet hopefully; knowing full we'll that their
honorable character as high-toned gentlemen, and
their undoubted skill and experience aa Physi-
clan and Druggist will secure to them most
hatterins patronage wherever thOy may set up
th air rest
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Christmas Day.

Notwithstanding the great African millennium,
and oil the fears of mon, women and children to
tho contrary tho Christmas Day just past, was the
quietest we have ever known in our town. Mud
and free nggers wore. to be sure, the speciatios
Of the day, but the mud was greatly in the ma
jority and much the most obtrusive. Never be-
fore in all our Southern, nigger-blessed life have
We seen SO few colorod people rowing about at
this season. And never havo wo seen that old
blackguard misc -eant, Satan, so apparently inac-
two. IT'S at Christmas that he is gonerally most
"liko roaring lion, seeking whom he may de-
vour." The negroes arc doubtless beginning to
look at things in their right light, to Wow mat
teta in their storm and nakod truth and although
We doubt their character, or capacity for coming
up so the requirements of the situation, yet wo
think it undeniable that they now realize the me-
cossity for doing something better than streaming
about tho country, idle and gaping.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

MURDER AND SuDbEy RerEBurIoN.-A
cold blooded and diabolical murder was per.
petfated on Thursday night last, we learn,
near Stoney Battery in this District, the vic
tim an old lady By namo Of Mrs. White, harm.
less! and inoffensiye ia disposition. Mrs.
White lived entirely alone in a cabin in the
woods. She was found the next morning
With her head broken III two or three places.
The decd was supposed to have been done by
4 notorious renegade freedman, formerly the
siaSe 81 Mr., II. Stacknan, and who had just
previously broken IN to her cabin and stolen
some articles. On Sunday morning the body
of-the murderer and thief was found dead,
somewhere in the. neighborhood, bis head
perforated By 4 Pistol ball. A just retribu-
tion.- NsHbsrry Herald.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

E II is said that the. Emperor Napoleon, .
short timo since, addressed letter direct to the
Secretary of State, asking for the recognition by
the United States of Ma1imillsn's government as
a government de facto. Tho ground upon which
he based his request wes, that it had maintained
itself for nearly two years. and was, therefore, en-
titled to such recognition. 1t is said chat the
Secretary of State has replied to the noto, and
that ho emphaticaliy declines to accede to tho
request, and giYes atIength tho reasons therefor.
He denies that it is government de JactO; that
the whole of the United States ore pledged against
any suoh recognition, Il thoro was any ground
for II, which there ID not.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
messrs. Teagne and Carwile.

As will be seen, by referring to our advertising
columns, DR.. T. J. TsAeuE and Capt. THOMAS
W. CAnw1LE have bought out the largo and COM
plets stock Of drugs and medicines of HODGES
4 JaySrSGs. The well-e,tabli,hed character Of
these two gentlemen for intelligence, reliability
and business capacity is sufficient guarantee that
those who deal with them will always receive the
fullest satisfaction in every way. We bsspeak for
them tho fullest measure Of patronage at the
hands Of the people of Edgo6eld District.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
One Step Forward.

The Provisional Governors of North Carolina,
South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama have, with
ia ten days past, been. relieved" by President
JOHNSON; consequently, the Constitutional Gov
ernors Of these States are now in the exercise of
their legitimate rights and duties. Notin the full
exercise of such rights and duties however; that
cannot be until the bayonet is removed from
amongst US. When will President JOHNSON. " re-
liere" the bayonct2 If he feels as he says ho
does, and hopes as he says he does, and means as
he says. be does, then he cannot much longer hes
itate to deliver us frem this most unmerited md
unnecessary surveillance of &e Military.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Tbe Judiciary of South Carolina.

Tho Judicial Bench of South Carolina is now
complete. The Chief Justice is Hon. b. I. DUN
KIN of Charleston; bis two associate Judges arc
Hon. D. L. WAnDLAw, of Abbeville and Hon. j.
A. IsGLIs, of --- These three constltuhe
the Bench of the Court of Appeaas--the highest
Court.
The three Chancclors are Hon. ]. P. CARROLL,
formerly of Edgefcld, now of Columbia; Hon.
W. D. JOHNSON of Marlborough, and Hon. b. D.
LEsEsSR Of Charleston. The latter two are just
elected. They constitute the Bench Of the Court
of Chancery or Equity.
The i've Law Judges arc Judge MUNRO, Of
Anderson, Judge GLOVER of Orangeburg, and
three newly electcd-Hon. THos. N. DAwkINs, Of
Union, Hon. FRANKLIN j. MOSES, Of Sumter, and
Hon. ALFRED P. ALbk1cu, of Barnwoll.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

~ Mr.. Thomas Olive, Of tho City Police,
(says the con'itstiOnalis) recently tried before
military commission for the murder of o United
States colored soldier, was acquitted and dis
charged from custody yesterday.
~ Tho Chronicle, Of Augupta, says that
about Thousand porsons havo boon sent from
that section to the Mississippi Valley. These
parties refused to make contracts with their former
oWners.
AD- The Herald's Washington dispatch says ::
1t is rumored that tho French Minister, now in
Now York, Is much disploased with tho ongres-
sional action on the Mexican question, and has
decided not to return to Washington unless somo
explanation bo giyea hin.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Grand Lodge of Ancient Free masons OF
South Carolina.


The Annual Communication Of the Most Wor-
shipful Grand Lodge of Ancient Freemasons, Of
South Carolina, closed at Golumbio, on Wedne'-
day evening, 22d November. Tie following Grand
Officers were elected for the ensuing Masonic year
His E1cellency Bro. James L. Orr, Of AndOr-
son, M. W. Grand Master.
Bro. James H. Nash, Of Boaufort, R. W. Depu-
ty Grand Master.
Bro. Irby Dunklin, NJ. D., of Laursns, R. W.
Senior Grand Warden. - 3're
Bro. William F. Paddon, Of Charleston, R. W.
Junior Grand Warden,
Bro. Henry W. Schroeder, of Charleston, R. W.
Grand Treasurer.
Bro Albert G. Maokey, Md, of Charleston,
R. W. Grand Secretary.
Bro. j. L. Reynolds, of Columbia, R. W. Grand
Chaplain.
Bros. z P. Moses and ]. Z. Mcknight, W. G.
Stewards.
The other subordinate officers havo not yet
been appointed. The next regular annual Com
munication will bo holden in the city Of Charles-
ton, on the third Tuesday in Novomber, 1866.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Infinitely Obliged.

To the following very kind ana thoughtful
friends, who have lately sent or given us many
valuable papers, we return our most cordial
thanks: Mr.. BARON HOLMES, Mr.. F. N. scH1RuEn
and Mai. JAS. H. MuRRELL Of Charleston5 R. L.
GENTRY, ESQ.,, of Hamburg; THos. a. B0sEs,
Esq, of Augusta; Mr.. VIM. HENRY McCLISrocx,
now. at the North; Mr.. NJ. LEDEscHuLrz, Capt
STUART HARRISON, Hon. G. D. TILLNAN, Col
BART TxLBERr, LUXE cuLBREATH, Esq. and Gen
N. C. BUTLER.
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The Negro Code and The District cou

Tho Negro Code ha, been completed by the
Legislature and has become law. We will pub
lish 1t in full in our two next is,uos.
JOIN E. BAcos, Esq, has been elected District
Judge for Edgefeld District. We have pcrusod
the Code, and We do not envy the District Judge
the immense labors and responsibilities which
will fall upon him. This post, should tho Court
ever go into operation, will be one of vast impor-
tanco and the man who fills it ably must bring to
bear not only the groatost energy, and wisdom of
Judgment but also very high degree Of legal
knowledge and experience. When this Court
shall go into actual operation will depend, We
suppose, Upon the powers at Washington. We
cannot even hazard guess aI to the matter.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Yapors, Clouds Storms, Sunshine.

For fortnight past, The weather has been all
that change or caprice could wish it. The blue
devil element, hoveves, haslargely prepondorated.
At times We have been driven (almost driven , to
tho dilOmma of either getting drunk to forget
the fearful and gloomy weather, or hanging our
selves to get rid .of it finally. 1T the time we
writo, though, the sun is shining brightly, and
the dir which comes in at the open window is as
ploa.ant as May breeze And as forrain, there
cannot possibly be any more between this and
1885, for it is most evident facs that this years
contract is perfectly and completely rainod out.
P.s. "Man propoleS, but God dirposes." Tho
contract is not rained out after ALL fer it is pour
ing again; and with as much vigor as if the full
illment Of the contract had but just begun.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
!, South Carolina COLLEGE.

This time-honorsd Institution las been changed,
by the Legislature lately adjourned, into Uni
rersity. It will be known in future, we suppose,
az tho University of South Carolina.
An appropriation OF $4,000 was made for the
Citadel Academy. Genl. JOHNSON, HAaoop is
Chairman of the Board of Visitors.
Both thoao institutions are to be mado self-sus-
tanning. In our next Issue we will give further
particulars connected with these alI-important
seats of scientific and military learning.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
We Grind our AXE ON the Public Wheel.

w Z 1lAuu Jul <,tAS Oh thO = hOAAS W
Yes, like Dan Rice, and Phineas Barnuw, and
Artemus Ward, and Ella Wren, and other show
mon and show women too humorous to- mention,
we grind our axe on the public wheel. And our
Axe is now thirty years old; war and death, and
poverty and misfortune, and many trying vieissi-
tudes, have worn it's once keen edge to sad and
sorrewful blantness. We are going to mako every
effort however, to sharpen itup' until 1t shall hew
with telling effect in the cause Of truth and right
and honesty, and justice, and pleasure, and profit.
And 10 this end, we now earnestly and respect
fully solicit the kind assistance Of our old and
honored friend, THE PUBLIC. ii .
With this issue, tho last Of the SOth Volume,
the Adrerti.er completes its Thirtieh Year But
it is not yet doao growing! Between this and
the frst week of 1866, it will grow considerably
taller aad broader and handsomer, and more
smiling: And now, good friends, is the timeto
help it. Very shortly the mails will DO again in
operation. Let your subscriptions from all parts
of this beloved old District and its honored sister
Districts, fall upon US like goodly shower-like
tho shower of.Mauna upon tho weary and hungry
| Israeites.l Wo viii gather the Mama joytully
and strive deeply in future to prove our gratitude
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27
Broken National Banks.

i; A gentleman who is wcll posted in financial
affairs furnishes US with the annexed list of No.
tional Banks which are said to be broken: First
National Bank of Now York city, National Bank
of Utica, N. T., National Bank of Syracuse, N.
Y, National Bank Of New Bedford, Mass, Ma
tional Bank Of Lowell, Mass.
We are informed that o large number of the
bills arc in circulation. Our citizens should be
on their guard. 49, ~
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

IMPORTANT AID WELcoME NEws.-The
Montgomery Mail of the goth contains the
following:
IMPORTANT DIspArCHEs.-It will be seen
by the following that President johnson has
concluded that the time hiss come when ths
proper affairs OF Alabama may be RENTED
to her constitutional officers. We hail this
as another step towards complete restora-
ton, Nothing now remains but for the
President to proclaim the war ended, and
martial law removed:
- DEPARTMENT OF STATE,
WlsH1Scroy, Dec. 1S, 1866, 2:3O, p. m
His Excellency Robt. NJ. Patton,
Governor ef the State of.Alabama: i:
By direction Of the President, / have the
honor herewith TO transmit to you q copy of
9 communication which has been addressed
to his Excellency Lewis E. Parsons, late
Provisional Governor of Alabama, whereby
he has been relieved of the trust heretofore
imposed on him, and directed to deliver into
your Excellency's possession the papers and
property relating to that trust.
I have the honor to tender you the CO ope-
rstion of the government Of the United States
whenever it may be found necessary in effec-
ting the early restoration aud the permanent
prosperity and welfare of the State over
which you have been called to preside.
. ~, DEPARTMENT OF STATE,
az. - y Washington, Dec. Is, 1865. ~
To His E1cellency Lewis r. Parsons, Provi.
.sional Governor of Ala, Montgomery:
s.'The time bas arrived when, in the judg-
ment of the President of the United States
The care and conduct of the proper affairs Of
the State of Alabama may be renlitted to the
constitutional authority chosen by tho people
thereof, without danger to the peace and
safety of the United States. By direction Of
the Proiident therefore, you are relieved from
the trust which was heretofore reposed in
you ss Provisional Governor of the State Of
Alabama Whenever the Governor elect shall
hs 7e accepted and become qualified TO dis
charge the duties of the Executive office, you
will transfer to him the papers and property
of fhe State:now in your custody.
Il Tt gives ME special pleasure to convey to
you the Presidents acknowledgment OF the
fidelity, the loyalty, and the discretion which
have marked your administration:
.tf9-iaf a'l' W. II. SEWARD.
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important to Country Northumberland
to rlauters,

If you want Boots, Shoes Trunks, Or anything
in that line, you will find it most undubitably to
your advantage TO visit D. F. FLEMING d Co. No.
2, Hayne. Street, Charleston, SC. They are
among tho oldest and most honored merchants OF
the city, and boEh as regards tho worth and ele.
eancc of their Stock, and their personal aud rer-
camille dealings with the public, they will over be
found entirely unimpoachable. We refer our
readers to their advertisement In another part OF
to-day,s Adperttter
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Terms for 1856 |!

For 1865, orr terms wiR be ,'rict'y Cd'h for
JOh Subscriptions and Adrertising. Partie. 'rho
fail to receiee the ADVERTISER ef.ertde.l.t ynnn-
ary pi knqw fhot,hsir sptscriptionss horessplrea,
No papss ,oiH d sepfsh'cS* pastl for in Gdtsase.
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@- The Secretary of State officially declares
the Constitutional amendment, which has been
ratified by three .fourths Of the States, valid to
oil intents and purposes as part of tho constitu-
ton of tho United States.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

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Everybody Should Have a Copy.

In about ten days we will hsve ready for de-
livery, in pamphlet FORM, the Negro Code" as
passed by the Legisiaturc at Its recent session.
Everybody, both white and freedman, should have
copy.
Single copies, 25 cents,-fve copies for sl.s '5'
Post Masters and country merchants will be
supplied by the Gfly Or hundred copies at prices
which will enable them 10 realize handsome
profit. s.Y
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1865-12-27

as- The vote in Washington city. on tho 22d,
to test the sentiments of the citizens on tho ques-
ton of negro suffrage, resulted s5 in favor and
over $500 in opposition &.