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From tic Ne,o York Tribune, Feb I, 1868.
English C0-Operatice Societies.

lu 1874, some quiet, earnest laborers
at Rochdale, England, established CO.
operative store for the sale Of staple arti
Giles of first quality, which was SO success
full, notwithstanding immense discourage
meut at the outset, that there has been q
host Of imitators. Upon this, Parliament
passed certain laws for the regulation of
these establishments, and required, among
ether things. that yearly statement
should be made of their business and E.
nancial condition. 1t appears from these
reports, though they are acknowledged to
be incomplete, that up to last year the
total number of these societies was $40 ;
that during the year 76 were dissolved,
and 264 new ones formed. The number
of members was 173 ,432, and the amount
of money they turned in was about $751;
100000.
In Lane 'nsbiFe, which is the birthplace
of cooperation, there are 144 societies,
but many are small. During the year
these sold goods to the amount of So, $780,.
900. The profits are applied to interest
on shares to dividends to members, and,
occasionally, to non-members, but who
are patrons, and to the establishment of
reading-rooms The appropriation to the
last item has varied from 500 to $50 The
Oldham society gave away $1,000, the
Rochdale Pioneers, So, 800. All these
societies are confined to the simple object
of supplying to the members articles of
prime necessity, or which come into daily
use. Managed with common prudence,
and by men of sense, there is no reason
why they should fail. There are few
other establishments, however, which en-
gage in manufactures, and which come
directly in competition with heavy capital.
lists. These, too, should succeed if judi
ciously managed but we have no details
of their operations.
To show how successful, and even pop.
ular, cooperation has become, We will
Dote that within two or three years the
middle, and even some of the higher
classes in London, have established socie-
ties among themselves. Thus the civil
servants Of the crown have two large
stores, one in the city, and one at the
West End. The city store is open to
Government clerks and their friends, who
somS.imes are of much higher rank
TIE West End is composed Of such
! membtss as clergymon, and officers Of the
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1868-03-06

DoGs.-A man in Milwaukee has set
up q new factory. The capital invested
is small. A board shanty, large kettle,
and a few tools suffice, while tho dead
dogs are bought for trife. The animals
are first skinned. The hides are used chief.
ly for gloves. The hair is PIT in mat
tresses, &c. The grease got from boiling
the carcasses is used for making soap
The glutinous matter is sold to the glue.
makers. The bones are sometimes used
for knife handles, but the most are dried,
ground up, and sold as deodorizers.-
The average profit on each dog is said to
be $3.50.
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EXECUTRIX'S NOTICE.

T1HIS is TO GIVE NOTICE. That the sub
Ii scriber has obtained from the Register o.
Wills of Hartford county, Nd Letters Testament
tary on the personal estate of
ALICE SILVER,
late of Hartford county, decd. All persons bav-
ing claims against said deceased are hereby noi-
he'd to exhibit the same with the legal vouchers
thereof, on or before the
9th day Of february, 1869,
or they may otherwise by law, be excluded from
all benefit of said estate.
All persons indebted to said estateare request
ed to make immediate payment.
Given under my hand and seal this 10Th day
of February, 1868.
MARY SILVER,
feb28 Executrix.
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w. Should Moslem, when praying,
feel himself disposed to cape, he is ordered
to suppress the sensation as the work of
the devil, and to close his mouth, lest the
father of iniquity should enter and take
possession of his person. 1t is curious
that this opinion prevails also among the
Hindoos, who twirl their fingers close be-
fore their mouths before gaping, to pre-
vent an evil spirit from getting in that
way. s E
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r. E. BOULDIN,

Othce St, opposite III. Z. Church, Bel Air.
HAVING just added largely to our stock of
Al goods, we are better prepared now than
ever to fun nish customers with
MUSLINS, DELAINES, CASSIMERES,
Kersey Sattinets, Flaunels, Domestics,
Cambrics, Hoods, Balmorals, Comforts Shuwls,
Blankets, Linens, Gnghams, Secia,
= Knitting Cotton, Knitting Yarn,
Hosiery, Gloves, Belts, Crash, Canton Flannel,
Hoop Skirts, &C., &c.
SUGARS, TEAS, CoFFEEs, ESSENCES,
Spices, Cheese, Crackers, Candy, Nuts,
Raisins, Syrup, Molasses, Coal Oil,
Vinegar, Mackerel, Herring,
Lard, Middlings Shoulders, Hams, Tobacco,
Cigars Snuff, Shoe Brushes Dust Brushes,
Backing, Buckets, Tubs, Brooms,
Wood Saws,
HARDWARE, CROCKERY WARE,
Stone Ware Tin Ware Buo,s, Shoes, Hats,
Powder, Shot, Gun Caps, Lamps,
Lamp Chimneys, Weeks, Burners, &C., &c.
&S~ TERMS CASH. deco
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na~ AN industrious and peuurious me.
chanic in Chicago lost his wife by death.
The husband only stopped his work to at
tend the funeral, and Immediately after.
wards returned to his labors. CHOW is
this ~ asked one of his ncighbors; "can't
you stop to mourn a little 7" "No, air."
was the reply; Cuisines before pleasure"
And the old fellow returned to his bench.
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Carpets, Oil Cloths, Mattings,
Paper Hangings, Window Shades, &c.

A q. GRIFFITH, of Hartford County, has charge OF
IA the Carpet Department in the House Of W. II.
GRIFFITH, No. 10 North Gay street, where friends
Of Hartford may find in great variety
WALL PAPERS,
GILT SHADES
FLOOR OIL CLOTHS,
INGRAM CARPETING,
White and Check CANTON MATING,
CARRIAGE and TABLE OIL CLOTHS, &c.
No. 10 ~ GAY SThEET, BALTIMORE.
sp12Iy
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O. A traveller stopped at an inn to
breakfast, and having drank cup Of what
was given to him, the servant asked,
"What will you take, sir, tea or coffee?
"That depends upon circumstances" was
the reply; eff what you gave me las. was
tea, | want coffee; if it was coffee, want
tea; | want a change" c
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FOR RENT.

A desirable country RESIDENCE near Aber-
IN deem, P. W. B. R. R. fine garden and
grounds, with shade, fruit trees, &c. Enquire
'ofo. 5. LEE, Attorney at Law, Bel Air Md.
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% y GtiGal /.
The Farmers FiEessde.

The Farmers Fires:de.
Around the fire. one wintry night,
The farmers rosy children sat;
The fagot lent its blazing light,
And mirth went round, and harmless
chat.
When, bark gentle hand they hear
Low tapping at the bolted door,
And thus to gain their willing ear,
A feeble voice was heard implore:
Gold blows the blast across the moor,
"The slect drives kissing in the wind
Yon toilesome mountain lies before,
A dreary treeless waste behind.
"My eyes are dim and weak with age;
No road, no path can descry
And these poor rags i'll stand the rage
OF such keen inelement sky.
$50 faint | am, these tottering feet
No more my palsied frame can bear
My freezing heart forgets to beat,
And drifting SHOWS my tomb prepare
"Open your hospitablc door,
And shield me from the biting blast,
Cold, cold it blows across the moor
The weary moor that have passed
With hasty steps the farmerran
And close beside the fire they place
The poor half-frozen beggar man,
With shaking limbs and pale-blue face
The little children flocking came,
And chafed his frozen hands in theirs
And busily the good old dame
A comfortable mess prepares.
Their kindness cheered his dropping soul
And slowly down his wrinkled cheek
The big round tear was seen to roll,
And told the thanks he could not
speak.
The children then began to sigh,
And all their merry chat was DER;
And yet they felt, they knew not why,
More glad than they had done before
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ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

HNHIS is TO GIVE NOTICE, That the subj
Il scriber has obtained from the Register q
Wills of Hartford county, Nd, Letters of Admin
is,rat on on the personal estate OF
VIM. E, McGAW,
late of Hartford county, decd. All persons hav
ing claims against said deceased are hereby mott
fed to exhibit the same, with the legal voucheri
thereof, on or before the
24h day Of February, 1869,
or they may otherwise by law be excluded FROM
all benefit of said estate.
All persons indebted to said estate are request /
ed to make immediate payment.
Given under my hand and seal, this Gath day
of February, 1868.
WILLIAM PANNELL,
feh28 Administrator.
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COAIICOALI
MAYNADIER & TYDINGS,
General Forwarding and Commis
sion Merchants,

AND DEALERS IN
GUANO, LINE, BONE, PHOSPHATES,
and FERTILIZERS of all kinds also
AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS,
Fish, Salt, Seeds, &C., &c.
Edgewood, P, W. & B. r. R., Hartford Co, NJ I
ES- Messrs NJ. Il 7. are at ali times prepare !
to buy or sell on commission all kinds of count
try produce, guaranteeing highest market price
and prompt returns.
Terms strictly cash. janl0-6m
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O. Some wise man truly observes,
He that can travel well afoot keeps good
horse.
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ADDITIONAL U. s. BOUNTY.

Soldiers of 1861, 2, j. who have received not
than 800, are entitled to an additional $780,
Widows and heirs of soldiers also soldiers who have
lost their Discharges, entitled
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1868-03-06
Owners of Enlisted Slaves

Owners Of Enlisted Slaves
And heirs of deceased Soldiers may obtain valuable in
formation free OF charge at office.
We make liberal advances, collect promptly, and if de-
sired will cash claims for State Bounty at sight
All letters promptly answered.
U. S. Bounty Pensions, Back Pay, Prize Money, &c,
for Soldiers and Sailors promptly collected.
80 Cut this advertisement and bring it with you,
communicate by letter.
THOMAS TIMMONS & co.
dec 2O-lm
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The children then began to sigh,
And all their merry chat was DER;
And yet they felt, they knew not why,
More glad than they had done before
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29

unjust and forced upon ua, lot the honor and
dignity of our manhood never be sacrificed.
Lot tho conservative people everywhere fcol
that they are necessarily united in interest and
destiny, let these organizations everywhere bo
kept up, that tho members of this whole par
ty may take counsel together, and then what.
over course of action may bo decided upon,
then let every ono manfully aud faithfully
aot with tho decisions of his own party
Individual preferences and personal consdc-
rations should all be lost sight of in our de-
termination to act together.
1t is only in those places whcro success is
doubtful that our Radical enemies propose,
even indirectly, compromise upon men and
offices, aud tho people should sec that no such
compromise is allowed. Tho conservative
poop.c should see to it that they be not COM
promised, either through men or measures, by
that party which owes its very life to it's bind
ing obligations, it's low cunning and it's wick
cd, unjust, and unrightcous purposes.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29

one Of tho wealthiost and most polished Dis,
trict in the State. Their fame has both pre-.
coded and followed them. In selecting Wal.
halla ss the site for their now Enterprise they
have exhibited wise forccasto. Health was
one of their prime considerations; desire
to get rid Of tho colorcd population; another,
lastly, the natural advantages presented by
Walhalla and the solicitations of fricnds.-
Let us encourage these elegant and mcritori-
GUS ladies in their earnest labors in our midst.
Upon thopropcr education of tho Female scx
depends much of nations veal or woe To
those at distance will say that shall tako
pleasure, if addressed on the subject, to give
any desired information respecting this school.
J. OVERTON LEWIS.
WAysIDE, Oconco Co., S. G.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29
Ooonee Court House.

The Commissioners of Oconcc County, to
whom was assigned the important duty of To-
eating the public buildings, have, after much
dsiiberation, determined that the Court House
shall be in Walhalla, with the understanding
that the citizens of the place, by the aid Of
private subscriptions, are to erect the public
buildings. 1t is to be hoped that all who live
in the County, and who possess the means,
will MD in their erection, as all will enjoy alike
the advantages arising thorefrom. The site
selected-the Public Squarc-is a beautiful
ono, and seems to meet the appreciation of the
citizens, generally.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29

a,ca as Mnret, Danton, Robcspicrrc, Barricre,
and others of like ilk, would, in ordinary
times, have passed their lives in obscurity
without attracting or deserving to attract, the
attention of mankind
But great social uphoauals generally rest
upon somc one idea, and those mon, however
contemplate their parts and requirements,
who give proof of entire absorption 4 that
idea, strike tho key noto that raises thom to
leadership and renown. This utter surrcn-
der and entire devotion to party is accepted
in lieu Of all other gifts, and hence we wit
ness the strange sight of Stevens, Butler and
Sumner,-mcn of no social caste, of low and
dcpraved natures, with stony hoarts capable of
taking horrid joy in the sufferings Of their
follow mcp-standing forth in bold relief
the acknowledged leaders and champions
of tho boastcd party of progress and great
moral ideas.
That tho atrocities of the French Rcvolu.
tion will be repeated in the full glare of the
l9th century we confidently believe, unless
tho Democratic party shall be successful in its
efforts to regain possession of the government
which it managed 80 long SO wisely, so bcuef-
Gently and SO economically.
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29
The Work Goes Braye,y On,

We arc glad to notice in our exchanges,
says tho "Anderson Inteligencer," that Dem
ooratic Clubs are being formed in every Sec
'tion of the State, and that our pcoplo are 60
ing vigorously to work preparing for the con-
test which has been forced upon u.s. The dis
tlnctlVe line between tho two parties is being
more perfectly drawn every day, and all arc
becoming impressed with tho fact that this is
not only to be white mans government, but
that every ono will be forced to identify him
self clearly with either ono party or the 9TH
or. In an emergency like this, the good peo-
plo of this country cannot afford to show any
countenance or respect to mon who refuse to
identity themselves with those who arc toll
ing TO save our country, our honor, and our
interests from threatened impending ruin
And it is not unfair to presume that tho sym.
pathics Of those who refuse or decline to affil.
iato in any way with the conservative people
of this country are with the Radical party,
and they are not entitled to any more, if evon
as much oountenance, as those who have pub
licly avowed their sentiments, for tho want of
moral courage has most likely kept these
would.be neutrals from taking bold, manly
and decided stand. &
Whilo we should mover be unwilling to re-
.oeiye all who may become disposed to aban
don their damnable radical heresies. and ao.
cept the platform and principles Of the con-
servatiyoe people of the country, yetwe should
never allow ourselves to compromise ahy hything,
where principle is involved, with those who
have left no stono unturned, to Accomplish
our utter ruin. No such compromise can be
desired or accepted. With us everything is
involved, and we must either gain or lose all;
and # everything else is lost in q contest 90
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29
County Elections.

Tho voters of Oconec County will bear in
mind that elections will be held on Tuesday
and "Wednesday next, the I'd aud Sd days of
Juno, for Clerk Of the Court, Sheriff, Judge
of Probate, School Commissioner, and three
County Commissioners. AS these arc impor-
tant positions, especially so to the property
holder, and to all who feel an interest in the
welfare of his County, evory one who has q
vote to poll should consider we'll to whom he
gives it. Look over the list of candidates,
aud when the tune arrives, vote for men
who are qualified by education, and those who
possess the confidence and respect of the pco-
pie generally, to fill these positions.
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A Glance Backwards.

THEIRS, the most philosophic Of French
historians, makes in one of his works the fol-
lowing just observation: Amid social con-
vulsions Of an extraordinary nature, re,-whcre
the fountains of the great deep are, as it we're,
broken up, the pertinacity of an obstinate but
fanatically jealous mcdioority is sure to &C
complish more than the Irregularities of gen
ius. This is not the exact idea but it is the
substance of remark, tho truthfulness Of
which was strikipgly illustrated in his own
country during tho Reign of Terror" and
which has more recently found another cxem-.
plifcation under "the best government the
world ever saw" The former contest was
eoiie of the results of tho American conflict
with Great Britain against hor claim of right
! tO tax without allowing representation
isgss sIhe French Government, impelled by ira
i,ditlonal hostility to the English, had commit
aaed yesy imprudens act in rendering assis.
tance3 70 the thirteen colonies in their struggle
tolestablish the principle that the people arc
the source Of power, and that they have a
right TO such form Of government as, by
protecting life, liberty and property, will best
secure and perpetuate their happiness. The
soldiers who had fought against tho doctrine
5sof the divine right ofSkings~ under La.
fayotte, Rochambeau and DeEstang, returned
to France filled with hatred to Royalty and
impatient under sthe restraints and exactions
which haughtyand arrogant nobility had
placed upon all outside Of the pale Of gontlo
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FOR THE KEowEE COURIER.
Democratic Meetlng.

Pursuant to previous notice, the oitizons Of
Cheohee met on the 23rd day Of May, at 8
o'clock, p. NJ, at Salem Church, for the pur.
pose of organizing a Democratic Society.
On motion Of Rev. j. OWENS, Mr.. M. Il.
MIrnELL was called to tho Chair, and r.. O..
SMITH requested to act as Secretary. III
On motion, tho Chair was requested to OK
plain tho object Of the meeting, wliioh was
Keowee courier. [volume] (Pickens Court House, S.C.) 1849-current, 1868-05-29
Education.

We surrender much of our space in the
present issue to communication from the
pen of one of our oldest and most esteemed
citizens on the subject of education. We ask
for it a careful porusal. We are satisfied that
the compliments paid our teachers arc not
higher than their merits.
We trust that each and all of them may
have that success which industry, liberal at
~xuinments and devotion to their calling justi-
fy them in expecting.
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dono to the satisfaction of all present.

dono to the satisfaction of all prosont
On motion, tho Chair appointed commit.
tee of five to prepare business for tho meetL
ing. The committee was composed of thes
following gentlemen: Rev. j. Owens, A. Bs (,
Grant, NJ. NJ Moss, B. Moody and A. NJ.
Smith. After a few moments retirement, thct
Committee returned and reported tho follow.
ing:
We tho undersigned, do agrco to form a.
political association, to be known as tho Cheo-
hoe Democratic Society, for tho purpose of
acting i'll concert with the great National
Democratic Party of the United States in de-
fending the Federal Constitution and the
rights of the State, preserving the Republic
and OWL liberty, and protecting ourselves,
our families and property by electing DEM
ooratic President, and by eeoting Democrats
to Office, and opposing by all legal and peace
able means in our powcr, tho odious and de-
spotio rule of tho Radical party.
CONSTITUTION.
Article lst. Tho ffiocers of this Society
shall consist of one President and two Woo
Presidents, Secretary and Treasurer and Ex-.
ccutivo Comlnittcc, who shall serve for such
periods as shall be determined by tho Society,
and all vacancies occurring shall be filled at
the first meeting Of tho Society thercaftar :.
Article Cd. 1t shall be the duty of the Ex-
ccutivo Committee to collect and disseminate
information, and advise the Society with rcs
gard to such policy as in their Judgment shall
best subscrvc and promote the general good.
Article 3D.. The Society shall fix at ono
meeting the time for tho next, and the Presi.
dent is authorized to call meeting whonovcr
he may deem it oxpcdicnt and proper.
Article 4th. Every good citizen is cord-
ally invited to membership by signing their
names to tho Constitution.
Article 5th. Any article of this Constitu,
ton may be altered by vote of two. thirds Of
tho members present at any meeting.
On motion, the Constitution was unani-
mously adopted.
On motion Of Mr.. A. B. Grant, an election
for officers took place, which resulted as fol.
lows: Prcsidcnt-A. NJ. Smith. Vice Pres
idcnts-Rov. j. Owens and A. b. Grant,
Sccretary-R. G.. Smith. Treasurcr-Bon.
nett Moody. Executive Commi ttee-M. NJ. f.
Moss, I. V. Coffee, NJ. Cantrel, j. B. Grant
aud D. W. Finley.
| On motion for delegates to be sent to the
Wnlhalla Club at its next meeting, for the
purpose of acting in concert with them, tho
following members volunteered their serv-
ocs A. NJ. Smith, Rcv. j. Ovens, John
Morton, NJ. NJ. Moss and r. G. Smith.
On motion of Rev. j. Oweuss Whit'niro's
School House was selected as the place for
the next meeting, to be held on the 3rd Sat.
urday in June, at 8 o'clock, r. NJ.
On motion, the proceedings oe this meeting
wcrc ordered to be published in the Keowcc
Courier"
The meeting then adjourned to meet at
Whitmire's School House on Saturday the
goth June. l
A. NJ. SMITH, President.
| Il. G. SMITH, Secretary