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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29
CONFEDERATE DEBTS.

As the rule established by the Conven-
tion of South Carolina for the payment of
debts contracted in Confederate money is a
matter of general interest, we herewith
publish the Ordinance referring to the
subject 1t will be seen that where actions
arise upon such contracts, the value of the
consideration reduced to the present cur
rency, is matter for q jury to decide.
"That in any way action arising on any
contract, whether under seal, written or
oral, made between the LIST day or January
A. D., 1862, and the 18th day of May, A.
D., 1865, it shall be lawful for either par.
ty to the action to introduce testimony
showing the true value and real character
of the consideration of such contract, at
the time it was made, so that regard being
had to the particular circumstances of each
case, such verdict or decree may be rendered
as will effect substantial justice between the
parties"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29

even further inquiry into their respective
cases. The truth is, am told, the malfea.
sance extended, in numerous instance, from
the head down to the meanest subordinate;
but go implicated was one with the other,
and 80 complicated were the transactions all
through, that the whole set would have
had to have been punished together, in or.
der to give justice her due. 1t is possible
there may be exceptions to the sweeping
dismissals, scot free but the suits, if any,
will be few, and perhaps end only in an ex.
ira bill of costs to the Government
Washington cor. Philadelphia Ledger.
THE BUREAU IN ALABAMA-The fol.
lowing is an extract from letter to the
Hon. q. T. Blow, member of Congress
from Missouri, published in the New York
Times:
"The Freedmen's Bureau is a perfect
humbug. have watched its operations here
closely. No use for it in the world. Any
two good citizens can witness negro con.
tracts as we'll as officers, most of whom can
not read. Besides, they are making mon.
ey ont of it, charging two dollars for every
contract. There was lot of negroes called
on me few days ago to write them a peti.
ton, and they would get all to sign it, and
send it to Mr.. Sumner, to have the whole
thing abolished The negroes in this coun.
try have heard of Mr.. Sumner. They think
he will and can do for them anything they
want, but he told them it was useless, and
they abandoned it,"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29

Subscribers who find (X) cross mark on
the wrapper or margin of their paper, will
understand that the time paid for has ex-
pired.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29
CASH |

We wish it distinctly understood that
our terms for subscription, advertising and
Job work are cash.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

Andrew Jackson-To the Tax Payers Of York District
W. White-Charleson Hotel
Daniel Williams and p. w. Observation-Disclosures No
tlce.
w. J. Observation-Disclosures Notice.
Jas Hutchinson Co.-Grcat Gift Sale.
Wyatt Observation-Disclosures.
WIN. c. Dukes & Co.-Factors and Commission Mer
chants
J.L. Su,on.-Horses and Mule for Sale Freedmen Wan
ted, and Land TO Rent
DR.. John May-Dugs, Pefumcry, &c.
-Cralgn's Chemical Gold Water Soap.
Homesey & Asher-New Goods New Goods!
J. F. Wallace, c. c. c. P.-Darvln Jefircys, Bur
rows, Blair Co.-Atachment.
Revs. J. M.d R. B. Anderson-Yokville Female Seminary
u. s. REVENUE LICENsE.-In addition
to the classes mentioned last week, as lia
BILE for license, we have been authorized by
the Collector, to add the following:
Owners of Jacks and Stations, Butchers.
Tanners, and Millers. Parties interested
should attend to the matter at once.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1866-03-29
From the Leesburg (Va.) Mirror.
A Hypocrite.

SERVED HIM RIGHT.-Chaplaln james
j. Ferree, who had been serving as agent
for the Freedmen's Bureau in Loudon
county for some months past, was last week
elected from his position for malfeasapce in
Office. Chaplain Ferree is Minister of
the Gospel (D-made long prayers in the
open air-probably thanking God that these
ungodly rebels were not like unto him Cif
so they render hearty amen.) Chaplain
Ferree was paid by the Government OF the
United States-the same as its other off,
GERS to hook after the interests Of the freed.
men but as his mission was solely in the
interests of humanity, we understand that
where "Cuffee" had business with him be
was invariably charged "small fee to keep
up the Office"
A week or two ago an order was sent
from Washington to Chaplain Ferree to be
delivered to Thomas W. Edwards, Esq, res
toring him his property which had been Ii
belled for con6scation. Here was fat
"reb," and a good chance for perquisite ;
80 when Mr.. E. called for his papers, he
was reminded of this "small fee for keep
ing up the Office" and as the weather was
cold, and Chaplain Ferree had to be kept
warm, load of wood was fixed upon as the
contribution. Mr.. E. demurred-had no
wood to sell. Chaplain Ferree was fond of
buggy .riding-who is not when it can be
done at other peoples expense-and was
owing small livery bill of $3.50, which
MIR. Edwards could pay. Thinking by this
time that he began to smell very big
"mice" under the parsons cloak, MIR. E.
again demurred. Presumed if the charge
was fixed by law it was a specific one, and
that he had better pay the money, take a
receipt, and let the Chaplain pay.hiS own
livery, which was agreed upon. Alas
Chaplain Ferree. The receipt was forward
ed to General Howard, with an explanatory
letter, and here's what came of it:
BUREAU r. F., g. A. L. HDoURs.,
ASSISTANT COMMISSION,
WASHINGTON, March D, 1900
Respectfully forwarded to the Commis-
sion, with reference to endorsement of
Chaplain Ferree.
The records of this Office show no author
ization whatever given to Chaplain Ferree
for such fee. Chaplain Ferree has been
relieved as Superintendent for Loudon
county, Va. 9. Fl. HOWARD,
Brevet. Brig. Gen, Asst. CON-, D. G.
WAR DEPARTMENT,
BUREAU REFUGEES, FREEDMEN, &c.
WASHINGTON, March 5, 1866
Respectfully returned to Thos. W. Ed
wards, Leesburg, Va, whose attention is
invited to the endorsement of Gen. G. H.
Howard, Asst, Com, hereon.
By order of Maj Gen. o. O. Howard,
MAX Woodruff, Asst. Adjt. Gen.
General Howard's summary ejectment of
an unworthy ofhcerin increases our admiration
of the man, for while it assures our people
of the honesty of his purpose toward them,
We hope it may serve as warning to evil
doers in every department of the service
throughout our wasted and desolated land.
Many things are done nowadays in The
name of the Government, which, if known
to our rulers at Washington, would bring a
blush to their cheek, and no doubt receive
the same condemnation that was visited up
on Chaplain Ferree.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Capt. Berry's packet, tie Dies Arc,
sails for Vicksburg tomorrow evening.
The accommodating Mr. Finney will be
found at the desk '@
St. Francis river travellers are in
formed that the petite Northwest leaves
tomorrow evening.
Miscellaneous HD
The Ohio is represented as getting low
enough to be troublesome to side
wheelers Several boats have stuck
lately.
The St. Francis is falling, with six
feet at the shoalest places.
At St Louis, on Saturday morning, a
fire broke out on the Bostona, and COM
municated to the James Raymond and
Ida Handy, all three boats being de-
stroyed. The tow-boat Market Boy was
blown to pieces during the storm on Fri
day night at Council Bend. Her cabin
went into the woods, and her hulk parted
and sank. She was owned by parties at
Helena
The City of Cairo arrived last night
with big freight and several passengers.
At Cairo tie river is reported station
airy and business fair.
From st. Louis we learn that the river
continues to recele steadily, but we may
soon look for another rise, as the Mis-
souri, is rising rapidly at ST Joseph.
The Upper Mississippi is falling steadily,
at the rate Of about three inches in
twenty-four hours. On the lower rapids
there is but three and half feet and fall
ing. The Illinois is getting low
The Prairie State, sunk last week in
the Arkansas river, is being raised
STEAMBOAT PRIETIYG. We respectfully
ask our steamboat friends TO call and ex-
anime the specimens of fine steambo at
printing daily executed Mt the PUBLIC
LEDGER office. Our prices will be found
to compare favorably with those Of Gin
cinnati or ST. Louis, and to be greatly
below those asked by other city Offices
Bring your orders directly TO us, and
save the commission charged by parties
whs take in work they are moi prepared
to execute. T
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04
BOYS clothing, at Drake & Co.'S.

BUcHu.-From an editorial, which APP
peared in the New York Times, Oct Sd,
we learn that at the Cape Of Good Hope
the Hottentots have long used Buchu
for variety Of diseases; it was bor-
rowed from those rude practitioners by
the English and Dutch physicians, on
whose recommendation it was employed
in Europe, and has now come into gene
raluse. 1t is given chiefly in gravel.
chronic catarrh of the bladder, morbid
irritation of the bladder and urethea, for
female weakness and debility, for pro
lapsus aud bearing down, or prolapsus
uteri, diseases of the PROSTATE gland, re-
tention or ineOntinence Of urine, and all
diseases requiring the aid of a diuretic
arising from loss of tone in the parts
concerned in its evacuation. 1t is also
recommended in cases Of dyspepsia,
chronic rheumatism, eutaneous affections
and dropsy To cure these diseases we
must bring into action the muscles which
are engaged 10 their various functions,
To neglect them, however slight may be
the attack. it is sure to affect the bodily
health and mental powers. Our flesh
aud blood are supported from these
sources Persons at every period Of life,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

state of health, are liable to be subjects
Of these diseases. The causes in many
instances are unknown. The patient
has, however, an admirable remedy in
Helmbold's Fluid Extract Of Buchu,
and when taken in early stages of the
disease none suffer to any extent. 1t
allsys pain and inflammation, is free
from all injurious properties, pieasaG. in
its taste and odor, and immediate in its
action. 1t is the anchor of hope TO the
physician, and was always so esteemed by
the late eminent DR.. Physic. The proprie-
tor, with upwards ofthirty thousand unso-
licited certificates and hundreds Of thous-
ands of living witnesses Of its curative
properties, accumulated within fifteen
years, has not been in the habit of resort
ing to their publication; he does not do
this from the fact that his remedies rank
as standard-they do not need to be
propped up by certificates. The science
Of medicine, like the Doric column,
should stand simple, pure and majestic,
having fact for its basis, induction for
its pillar, and truth alone for its capital.
His Solid and Fluid Extracts embody
the fall strength Of the ingredients of
which they are named. They are left to
the inspection of all A ready and con-
elusive test of their properties will be a
comparison with those set forth in the
United States Dispensatory. These
remedies are prepared by II. I. Helm
bold, druggist of sixteen years expe
rience, and we believe them to be relia-
BILE, in fact we have never known an
article lacking merit to meet with per-
manent success, and Mr.. Helmbolds
success is certainly prima Jacia evidence.
His drug and chemical warehouse, in
the city of New York, is not excelled, if
equaled, by any in this country, and we
would advise our readers when visiting
that city to give him call and judge for
themselves
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

CoIoRED JUsTIcR-There was a large
assemblage Of the colored population at
the Recorders Court this morning wait
ing for justice We learn that in com
pliance with the recent order Of General
Fisk, the Bureau attachment Of the Re
corders Court was dissolved on Satur-
day. Recorder Creighton, some time
since, was ordered 10 stop trying freed
men; and, until he receives orders to
the contrary from the Mayor or Bureau,
the darkies will remain in Jail.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

COMPLIMENTARY AND KIYD.-From cor
respondence between Mr. H. T. Tomin-
son, Insurance Agent, and Ed. o Neill,
Chief of the Fire Department, we learn
that the former gentleman has issued to
each fireman a policy of insurance in the
Travellers Insurance Company, for one
thousand dollars, insuring them against
accident of every description for one
year We are glad to see this appreca-
ton of the merits of our firemen, for
they are gallant band, well deserving
any praise or mark of appreciation they
may receive from any source.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

The CHAM FEVER. Fashion is very
eccentric, and her votarles must obey
her laws We have observed for some
time the gradual increase of the chain
fever among the ladies, the size of the
chain gradually increasing until some Of
them are of the dimensions Of young
cable. They are not only worn around
the neck as an accompaniment to a
watch, but in various s9ther ways as an
ornament. However our ladies have
not come up to the New Workers in this
respect, for a recent letter from that city
says there is an eruption in the chain
line From the crown of the hat to the
toe of the foot, they rattle and tinkle
and clank gold chains and silver chains,
and limitations which are neither. Steel
chains suggestive of the implacable Miss
Murdstone jet chains suggestive OF NIT
igated mourning; gutta percha chains
suggestive of manacles They are tang
led in front in the hair; they are attached
to the bonnet in front in the manner of
strings; they swing from it behind in
the fashion of bride they drop from
the shoulders like the fringe of an epau-
lette they are looped and interlaced
across the breast, and descend tinkling
down the back.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

PosTpoNED. The Raspberry Festival
of the First Presbyterian Church, which
was to have been held this evening in
the Court street Tabernacle, has been
postponed until Monday next, the llth,
when we promise our readers such a
treat as will fully make amends for wait
ing until that time. Tickets sold for to-
night will hold good for next week.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

For non-rstention or incontinence oturine,
irritation. Inflammation or liberation Of the
bladder, or kidneys, diseases Of the prostate
glands, stone in the bladder. calculus. gravel or
brick dust deposit, aud all diseases ofth blad-
der, kidneys, and dropscal swellings. use
Helmbold's Fluid Extract Buchu. je4-lm
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Circulation.-A morning paper Keeps the
following lines, in large letters. at the head Of
its editorial columns d" Largest circulation Of
any paper in West Tennessee. Largest city cir
culation." The city circulation Of the PUBLIC
LEDGER is greater than that Of any other paper
published in Memphis. fIef which the editor
of the paper alluded to is perfectly aware Of.
Comrnant isunneceesary
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04
LEGAL.
Chancery Court OF Memphis, Tenn

Martha sherwood.
Leon Sherwood,
1T appearinz from affidavit in this cause that
The defen liant Leon Sherwood, Is a non
resident Of the Statecf Tennessee 1t IS there
in st the Courthouse in the city Of Memphis,
Tennessee. within the first thrc days Of the next
term OF aid Court, to commence on the second
Monday Ia November, 1866, and plead, answer
or demur to compliments bill, or the same WIN
hearing er pdrte; and that a copy OF TINS order
be published once week. for four successive
weeks, in the Memphis PUBLIC LEDGER.
WY Clerk Il Master
Rnhertsnn AZ Miller Sol. for Com iel-law4t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

RECoRDERs DocKET.-The Recorders
leyee was numerously attended this
morning Fourteen individuals were
fined, three discharged, and several
cases laid over
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04
The Port of Memphis.

The river at this point is still de-
cling slowly at the rate of about six
inches in twenty-four hours. The weather
this morning was warm and cloudy, and
business dull.
The following are the arrivals aud de-
partures since our last.
Arrivals.
w. II. Arthur, New Orleans.
Ben Accord, New Orleans
Liberty No. 2, Louisville.
Mollie Able, st. Louis.
W. II. Osborn, ST Louis.
Platte Valley, ST. Louis.
Lady, Cairo
Northwest, St Francis riyeE
Atlantic, New Orleans,
Magenta, New Orleans
City Of Cairo, ST. Louis.
Des Arc, Vicksburg.
Messenger, New Orleans.
Commercial, Napoleon.
Departures.
W.R. Arthur, St Louis
Marble City, St Louis.
Linnie Drown, Pine Bluf,
St. Patrick, ViGkshurg
Guidon, Arkansas river.
Mollie Able, New Orleans.
W. H. Osborn, New Orleans.
Liberty No 2, Louisville.
Anna, Cincinnati. tr
Albert Pearce, White river.
Platte Valley, Vicksburg
Atlanta, St Louis
Magenta, St Louis
Messenger, Cincinnati
Boats in Port.
City Of Cairo, Commercial, Centralis
De- Arc, Northwest, Lady, Flora
Boats Leaving To-Day.
The St Louis packet this evening ia
the far-famed steamer City Of Cato, the
pride of the St Louis Packet Company.
The Cairo Is one Of the best boats
saoat, and is commanded BY q set Of
officers that have no superiors on the
river, at the head OF whom stands the
gallant Captain Bob X Reilly Tickets
and ststerooms can be engaged at the
Union ticket office, No 5 Jefferson
strnat rfN
Boats Leaving Tomorrow.
The Commercial, commanded BY Capt
VIM. Ashford, leaves for Napoleon and
way points tomorrow evening
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04
RE MOvAL.

EMOvAL-Dr A. WESSoN.DEN E<3
Irving Block, would return his thanks to ms
friends and the public for their liberal patron
age. hoping that his earnest endeavors 70 give
satisfaction la the past will guarantee him
large share of practice in the future, lie Is
prepared to perform all operations IN his pro-
fession in the most skillful manner. L.
Rs-Dr. W. has a new preparation Tor beauti-
Wing and cleansing the teeth mys-lm
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

The YEAST PowDERs manufactured by
Mr.. Murphy, on Jefferson street, have
been pronounced superb by every one
using them. Sold in cans or by the
pound Try it, and patronize a Mem.
phis manufacturer.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Free LtNcH.-To-morrow morning the
Cabinet Saloon, northeast corner of
Front and Adams streets, will be opened
with free lunch This place has been
elegantly fitted up and stocked with a
collection OF wines, liquors, etc. Drop
in tomorrow morning.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

POLICEMAN STABBED. "A policeman,
named Carroll, was cut in the throat
about eight clock last night, while ar
resting a man. The wound bled pro-
fusely, but is slight The prisoner has
been committed for trial at the Criminal
o..
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

SHOOTING Dan Evans, c. Goldberg
and NJ Maloney were up before the Re
corder this morning for shooting in the
corporation, and paid the usual iine-six
dollars per shot Quite an advance oB,
shooting gallery prices. II
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

The CoRNER-At the corner of Main
and Monroe streets may be found the
Good Idea, place where there is good
singing music and dancing every even
ing, and attentive lady walters. Call and
be amused. Admission free
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

FIRE-AbOut nine O'Clock yesterday
morning a chimney burned ont on
Market street. The alarm was sounded,
and all our engines were promptly on
the ground
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Helmbold's Extract Buchu and improved
Rose Wash cures secret and delicate disorders.
in all their stages. at little expense. little or no
change in diet, no Inconvenience. and no expo
sure. It lis pleasant in taste and odor. immedi-
ate in its action. and free from all injurious
properties. Jei-2m
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

A Coon FAsHIoN.-0ne of the fashions
introduced among all classes Of society
within the past few years, is that of hav-
ing Photograph Albums, wherein is
placed the pictures Of friends and rela-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Gayoso Savings Institution, No. l9 Mad
ison street, trans,cts a general Exchange and
Banking business will receive deposits, boy
and sell foreign AMI domestic exchange. gold,
silver and unc ,rrrnt money.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

FENIAK WAR-There was considerable
excitement among the Memphis Fenians
yesterday, consequent upon the news
from the seat Of war They were all con-
fident and had unbounded faith in Gen.
Sweeney and the future Another de
tachment of the fighting members of the
Circle will leave in few days
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

The PLAcE-Parties in quest of any
kind of furniture should call and examine
the extensive stock of Messrs. Ames,
Woodbury. & Jones, No. 1872 Main street.
They have very large stock, and sell at
prices that would astonish some people.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Special Notices will be Inserted in this col
umn for ten cents per line for each insertion.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

You've WOMAN KILLED.-We learn that
last evening, about eight o clock, ayousg
woman, about seventeen years Of age,
whose parents reside on South street,
was run over by an engine on the Mem
phis and Ohio Railroad, a short distance
from the place where the track crosses
the Raleigh road. 1t appears that she
was walking with two female compan-
ions. and when they saw the train com
ing. they held her on the track for fun,
loosing their hold just in time to get out
of the way. But the young lady was too
much frightened to move, and fell, the
wheels passing over a portion Of her
body, and causing her death in about
three hours. She was sensible for some
time after the occurrence, and removed
a ring from her finger, requesting 1t
might be given to her betrothed. This is
a very sad affair, and has cast a gloom
over the families of all concerned in the
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

Down THEY Go.-Bill Heads elegantly
printed for fifteen dollars ream az the
PUBLIC LEDGER Office.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

STREET RAILRoAD.-The cars of this
perambulating novelty were crowded
yesterday from early noon to dewy eve
with passengers, many being young folks
who had raised Eve cents for the oeea-
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

PIrFsBURG CoAL-Brown x Jones, OF
fee 247 Second street Branch office,
374 Main street-R. c. Hite, agent T
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

BOARD, 81 per week, at the Cosmo-
politan restaurant, No SO Monroe street.
m29lm B. HoLLANDER & Co.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

ACADEMIA peculiar accident oc-
Cured to a young man named Curtis, on
Saturday evening At an ice house on
Promenade street, mule is used to wGtS
the tackle which raises the ice up from
the street. As Mr.. Curtis was stepping
over the hooks, the mule started, causing
the hooks to raise him up several feet be-
fore the mule could be stopped and he
unlocked from his precarious position.
He was injured pretty badly, and it will
be fully a week before he will be able to
be out
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1866-06-04

NATIONAL refinement is indicated, to
no small extent, by delicate apprecia-
ton of the comparative merits of per-
fumes; and it is a proof of the critical
taste of the American public in toilet
Injuries, that they have adopted as
standard article of its class Phalon 5
" Night-Blooming Cereus." = Newton
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