The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1867-03-01
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To Correspondents.
We continually receiving communications on
political and othoo matters from persons who dc
not attach tLer proper names to the articles sent
MI VIC take this occasion OF repeating that nothing
can be published in The DAILY News without
being indorsed by some responsible individual.
PERsoNAL.-We had call yesterday from Mr..
CHARLES A. SpAnHASDK, Of tho Tallahassee Flori-
didn Mr.. s. Wits Charleston for the purpose Of
soliciting business for his paper.
BRUDER11cHE BUND.-This one Of the youngest
of tho German considerations OF this city, gave
their first theatrical entertainment last night with
great ecla.. The attendance was good. Music,
costumes, appurtenances, all CONNIE u ta,a and
each of the dran,atls pe'sosr acted well his part
All hands seemed to enjoy themselves.
MARVIN AGAIN TR1UMPHANr.-By an advertise
auent in to-day's paper OF Messrs. W. NJ. BIRD l.
Co., agents for MARvNs Safes, it VIII be seen that
this celebrated safe came out Of the recent de-
structivo fire in Mobile triumphant. Messrs W.
NJ. BIRD & Co. are the agents for these safes in
this city, and have variety Of styles on hand now
IHE BELLs.-We are requested to state, by
Messrs. MAcKEY & BAKER, the generous donors,
that the rafho to which they referred in card pub
ished yesterday, in behalf of ST. Michaels bells,
viii take place on the 10th Of March. Citizens will
be called upon to take chances for the musical
work table, and we have no doubt that all will be
takon Immediately. The whole proceeds are to go
towards paying the customs duties on the bells.
FAST DAy.-In accordance with the proclamation
Of the General Assembly, yesterday was observed
as day Of Fasting and Prayer. The oonsreea-
tions Of the different churches met at Glebe Street
Church in the morning, and the services were div-
dod amons: tn" clars.ymnn present Tho some
church was opened in the evening and the services
continued. On each occasion there was full
attendance, and the audience appeared to enter
into the solemnity Of the occasion.
SUGARS, MoLAssEs, &c.-Messrs. R1sLEY &
CREIGHTON, West India merchants, advertize an ex-
tensive assortment Of sugars and molasses just
landing from the schooner Fri from Matanzas
This cargo comprises every variety and grade Of
sugar, and Us the vessel halls from Cuba direct all
PARTIES wishing to purchase these supplies should
not hesitate, but call at the corner of Accommo-
dation Wharf and East Bay and secure bargain.
ExEcUrroN.-Friday, the 1st Of March, was the
~ePSAAeSo
Greeley, the murderer Of Mr.. B. s. RHErr, to ex-
Plate his crime by death. Murders have, unfort,r-
nately, become too frequent, and, in the present
case, it was one pefpetrated so deliberately and
avowed SO boldly, that there is no e1tenuaticn
The prisoner received the fairest Of all trials,
was defended by the ablest counsel, and found
guilty by an intelligent jury. He had an abundant
time to prepare for death, and has evidently nerv-
ed himself for that dread event. The hanging will
be strictly private being allowed to enter the
jal yard but the officials.
TIE STEAMSHIP MANHArTAN.-It is understood
that this fine sidewheel steamship is to leave New
York for this city Saturday next, and her agents
at this end will be Messrs. STREET BROTHERS & Co.
The Manhattan is frst-class ship, and has lately
changed owners, as will be seen by the following,
which we copy from the New York Eerald:
The sdewheel steamship Manhattan formerly
of the New York and Vera Cruz line, was bought
yesterday by Messrs. Garrison g. Allen for S17O6OO
Gash-sold by Burdett, Jones & CO., Auctioneers.
peculiarly well adapted for our coasting trade. She
carries 1000 bales cotton and 800 tons coal on Il
feet draught, and, with her well known speed will
OF hne steamers owne1 by the above enterprising
firm.
GRAND CoscERr-The lovers of sweet sounds
has been engaged for large and vocal
concert, to come off on Monday night next. A
treat is confidently expected, as the best talent
in the city has been secured; and all who appreciate
melody should hasten to secure seats These
concerts are pleasing break in the monotony
OF our daily life, and should be attended by every
one who has either the money or the time to
spare. Aside from their charitable object thew
deserve to be patronized as institutions that en-
courage and foster spirit of improvement
among u.s. The concert given by the st. Pauls
Church will be inferior to none that have preceded
it, and will richly repay q visit
SALE OF Billiard SALooN.-The sale Of the
PHEIAE Billiard Saloon, at the corner of Market
and Meeting Streets took place yesterday, under
the auspices Of Messrs. R. NJ. MARsHA11 & BIO.
There was large attendance, and the bidding was
general, but it soon became apparent that gen
tleman from New Yo:k was determined to be the
possessor, and hie opponents gradually withdrew.
Messrs. PHELAN & CoI1ENDER, Of New York, hear
ing Of this sale, had deputed an agent to act for
them and to buy out the premises, and they were
accordingly knocked down to him as the highest
bidder The tables, nine in number, brought
$3.50 each, and the other articles sold in like pro-
portion. Several parties we're present from other
SitAee, ous tAey were uOC prepared TO give the
prices that were realized.
ALMOST AN ACCIDENTAL II A. NJ, Yesterday.
while one Of the Meeting street cars under the
charge Of Conductor RouHn1Ar, was passing So
clety street on it's downward trip the horses be-
came restive and one Of them by free use Of his
heels prostrated his companion. A rnanouvre Of
hhis description natur ally put stop to all pro
eress and the breaking Of the polo added sorde-
what to tho perp1exity, but the car was command
ed by IN experienced ooyageur, and the difficulty |
was soon remedied. The car was removed to the |
upper track and was attached to the next one pass
ing, and probably for the first time since the for
mation Of the road trnin OF cars was run upon it,
This little coahetemps only served to show the
public that they may travel on the cars and fear no
evil Accidents are rare and are easily repaired;
the conductors thoroughly an fat in their oc-
cnpation and are equal to any emergency A new
pole was soon substituted for the broken one, and
MIR. RoUMMLAT, with fresh team, was on the
route before his absence had been noted. NOW
TEE spRNa.-To-day being the first Of that
pretiest season, we do not know that we can make
a better suggestion to our patrons than stroll
about the suburbs Of our city during the present
pleasant weather, and IN enjoyment Of one Of the
most agreeable walks that can bedesired- for the
fruit trees are blossoming, and the green Of the