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The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18

REy. LumUs CUTHsERT will preach his fare
we'll sermon before the Citadel Square Cnurcn
tomorrow morning, at half-past ten O'CLOCK
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18
a7r TO COTTON NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

@TO COTTON CLAIMANTS PERSONS
having claims for Cotton seized by the United States
Government will be interested in knowing that Col.
W. PENN. CLARKE, Of the firm Of COOLEY
CLARKE, Attorneys at Law, Washington City. is
now at the Mills House, to take evderce in cases CT
that character now pending i'll the Court Of Claims-
The clients Of the firm, and other persons interest
ed, are requested to call upon him without delay.
January IA ~
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18
THE CONVENTION,

CONVENTION HELD BY AUTHORITY OF THE
RECONSTRUCTION LAWS OF CONGRESS,
TO FRAME A STATE CONSTITUTION
FOR SOUTH CAROLINA.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18
Conversational.

WASHINGTON, january 17.-The Senate. had no
session.
In the House the Ways and Means Committee re-
ported the ant-contraction bill, with recommenda-
t;on OF non-concurrence with the Senate amend
ments which was adopted.
Several private bills were disposed of. The vote
nm the fourth reconstruction bill postponed un-
til Monday.
Mr.. Brooks made strong speech in opposition to
This bill. AIluding to the Radical programme he
said we do not intend to be ruled by any such par
tes and the process of legislation by which their
aim ia to be reached will be undone by the people.
Many of the opposition members, he said, are acting
in direct opposition to the expressed will Of the eir
constituents Referring to the Supreme Court bill,
Mr.. Brooks said, you may overthrow Andrew john
son; you may destroy the Executive; you may tuI n
whole States into Hsytes, Jamaicas and Arcas, but
when you throw yourself against that bulwark o.
the constitution your puny arms will shake and
ouiyer and be blasted in the first blow you strike
against it
Mr.. Hubbard, Of Connecticut, followed in bitel
denuncaton Of the bill and the emasculation of the
Supreme Court and denounced the proposed legis
ton as felony against the States BE would not Bay
Congress was infamous. but this bill was more thar
infamous. he gave notice that should General Gran
accept the law and carry it out as proposed he, Gen
aral Grant would break his back before the people
he would forfeit all the honors he had won. Thii
hill and all others was got up Tor Afrlcanizing the
States thus repubicanizing them and making use O.
them TO neutralize the majorihes of the North.
The debate proceeded, the Republicans evidently
ON the defensive throughout
The Committee on the freedmen reported bill
for the sale of certain lots and lands on the sea
islands and In Beaufort district.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18

Resolued, That it be referred to q special
committee of ten, to ascertain whether or not
there exists any authority in this convention
to legislate beyond that conveyed in the Re-
construction acts Of the United States Con-
gress.
T. Hurley introduced the following, and
begged leave that it be referred to the Judicia-
ry Committee
AN ORDINANCE TO ANNUL ALL CONTRACTS AND
LIABILITIES FOB THE PURCHASE OF SLAVES
Be il ordained, by the people of South Caro-
lima in regular convention assembled, That all
contracts and liabilities made for the purchase
Of slaves, whether by parole or under seal,
where the money has not been paid, shall be
null and void, and all Clerks Of Courts Of Com
mon Pleas and Masters in Equity, be required
on proper af1idavits to annul the same.
On motion tho Convention adjourned.
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18
Our Warrington Dispatches.

,ur rorprH RECONSTRUCTION BuL@coTToN REGu
1Ar1oNs-uN1TED STATES DISTRICT ATTORNEY
THE v1oKsBuRa RDrToR-No REDUCTION OF TIL
ARMY-BE1LE BoYD-vAcAT1oN-A ooLoRED RAM
PAGE.
WAsHrsaroN, January 17.-Last nights session
Was devoted to the discussion of the new bill with
several angry coloquies.
Colonel H D. Mann, assessor Of the internal reve
nue. ct Mobile is here urging changes in the cotton
regulations whereby it is claimed that the annoy
ances connected with the of tags will be lessened
and the tags be possibly abolished altogether Mann
submitted an extended argument to tho Department
Yesterday detailing the snnoyances experienced oy
merchants and planters under the present regula-
tons. He presented memorial from leading cot
ton dealers of Alabama supporting his views.
The Senate confirmed Albert Il. johnson as Unit
ed States Attorney for the Southern District of Ala
bama.
The Supreme Court was crowded to-day, to hear
the case er parte McCardle, the Vicksburg editor.
The court reserved its decision. The point argued
was the advancement of the case on the docket.
Judge sharkey stated in arguing this, that there are
several persons in Mississippi whom an early de-
cision in this case may save from hanging.
General Howard was on the floor OF the House to-
day, consulting with Mr.. Elliott, chairman Of the
Freedmen's Committee.
The customs receipts for the week ending January
11th were 1888, 600.
Governor Flanders, of Louisiana, is here.
The regular Cabinet meeting took place here to-
day. Stanton did not approach.
The Military Committee In view of the state of
the South, decided to defer action for reducing the
army.
Persons who have conversed with Grant say that
he is very guarded in his language regarding the
pending Reconstruction bill
The Supreme Court of New York have divorced
Belle Boyd from her husband.
The Committee on Ways and Means have adopted
the following:
Rssolped AS the sense Of this committee that $780,
100000 of revenue shall be considered as the whole
amount of revenue to be obtained from the internal
taxes, and that the same far practicable be col
lected: !. From distilled spirits and fermented
LIQUORS @ From tobacco and manufactures of the
game g. Stamps 4. Special taxes 8. Incomes;
6. Dividends z. Lu1uries and amusements g..
Banks and railroads g. Legacies and SUGGESTIONS
leaving the last possible sum to be collected from in
dusral pursuits and relieving that class of interest
altogether.
The Hon. VIM. E. Hamilton has been elected Uni
ted States Senator from Maryland.
At Buffalo negro has commenced suit against she
manager Of the opera for eectng him from the seats
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18

opbOHo3
Nance, Henderson, Sasportas, McKnlay, OF
Orangeburg, Maulden, Dogan, Nuckles, Swails,
Neagle, White Mead, Milford, Foster-total 61.
ABsENT-Wiliamson, Newell, johnson, of An
deraon, Jenks, Pillsbury, Alexander, Nelson,
Perry, Donaldson, DeMeddis, Bonum, Boozer,
Crews, Cain, of Orangeburg, Robertson
total 16.
c. P. Leslie offered the following
Whereas the financial condition Of the peo-
ple Of this State, considered in connection with
the future prosperity of oil the people, and
finally to enable the people to pay their debts,
be it
for nomesteads to be incorporated in the con-
stitution of this State. Referred to the Legis-
| lative Committee.
R. G. DeLarge offered resolution which was
adopted, inviting all the Judges of the State
Courts now in the city, to seats upon the flour
Of this convention.
N. G. Parker offered the following, which
was referred to the Committee on the Consti-
tuition:
AN ORDINANCE TO ALLOW EACH HEAD OF
FAMILY IN SOUTH CERoLINA A HOMESTEAD,
AND TO PREVENT THE LEVY AND SALE OF THE
SAME UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
Be ii ordained, That hereafter each head OF
family in this State shall be allowed to own q
homestead, which shall consist OF one hundred
acres ofland, with dwelling house and other
improvements thereon, if not exceeding the
value of two thousand dollars: Proutded, That
none of the above lands be within tue limits OF
a city or Incorporated town; or IN lieu Of the
above land real estate in city or town, not OK
ceeding two thousand FIVE hundred dollars:
The above named homestead shall be exempt
from levy and sale by virtue of any process
whatever under the law of the State.
B. Byass offered the following, which was re-
ferred to the Legislative COMMITTEES:
Resolued, That Special Committee be ap,,
pointed to take into consideration the political
division OF the State.
F. J. Moses gave notice that on tomorrow
he would introduce the following:
The Charleston daily news. [volume] (Charleston, S.C.) 1865-1873, 1868-01-18
" THAT CELEBRATED TOILET ART
January IS

q. s. Marshal and Messenger
January Is ws1
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
Ervsipelas and Salt Rheum

Are two Of the most common and virulent dis
orders prevalent on this continent. To these the
Ointment is especially antagonistic, its "modus
operandr is first TO eradicate the venom and
then complete the cure
nod r.nne Old Gnrns. and TIlcarg.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
HoIloway's Pills,
NOLLOWAY'SOENTMENT
Disorders Of tie stomach, Liver and
hOMelS,

The Stomach is the great centre which ihau
ences the health or disease Of the syttcm abused
or dcbiitatld by oNccss--indigcstop offensive
breath and physical prostration are the natural
consequences. Allied 50 the brain, it is the
source of headaches, mental depression, nervous
complaints and uurelrcshing sleep. The Liver
becomes affected and generates bilious disorders,
pains in the side, &C. The Bowels sympathiEe
by Costiveness, Diarrbua and Dysentery. The
principal action Of these Pills is on the stomach,
and the liver, lungs, bowels and kidneye PaTiiei-
pate in their recuperatiye and regencrative oler-
att
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09

CAUTION,-None are genuine unless the
words "lIolloway, New lork aDd London" are
disceruabIc rs " atcr mark in every leaf Of the
book Of directions around each pot or boXi the
same can be plainly seen by holding the leaf to
the light. A handsome reward will be given to
any one rendering such information as may lead
70 the detection Of any party or parties counter
feiung the medicines or vending the same, know
ing them to be spurious.
=. Sold at the mandatory Of Professor HoL-
LowAy 50 Maiden Lane New York. and by all
r. spectacle Druggists and Dealers in Medicine,
throughout the civilized world.
VA. There Is considerable saving by taking the
larger sizes.
\. b. Directions for the guidance Of patients
g. -.-.y ''.-- - o~n affixed to each pot and box.
NJ DeaIeIs ~ my well known medicines can
have Show Cards. Circulars, &C., sent FREE OF
EXPENSE, by addressing Thomas Holloway, so
maiden Lane, y, l. febi2dwIy.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
Temale Complaints.

Whether in the young or old married or sin
gle, at the dawn Of womanhood, or the turn Of
life, these tonic medicine display 20 decided an
influence that marked improvement Is soon
perceptble in the health Of the patient. Being
purely vegetable preparation, they are saie and
reliable remedy for all classes Of Females in ev-
cry condition Of health and station Of life.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
rrnntions on lac skin,

Arising from bad stute Of the blood or chronic
diseases, are Cradicated and a clear and uanspar
ent surface regained by the restorative action Of
this Ointment. It surpassess many of the cos
metics and other toilet appliances in its power to
dspel rashes and other dsGguremeuts of the face.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
I'd IN IaLI00inq caSes

Buuions, Burns, CLappcd Hands, Chilblains
Fistula, Gout, Lumbago, Mercurisl Eruptions,
Piles, Rheumatism, RiDgworm, Salt Rheum, Skin
Diseases, Scalds, Swced Glands, Sore Legs, Sore
breasts, Sore Heads, Sore Threats, Sores of oil
kinds Sprains Stiff Joints letter, Ulcers, Ven
ereal Sores; Wounds Of all kinds,
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
Than aBy Other Place
West Of Chicar GO

" CSJ OF Chlca 20.
You can depend that any article you get O,
nm 81 is Just exactly chat be recommends it 10 be
n ne has very large stock of all kinds of good
"a n ~, me and he won't be uudersold bv an ybody
IN TINS region of country. WY
- 5o, so.i.' attention TO tf' wants of the public
he hopes to retain all biz old onstons-s III
to his list many new ones. e'A' ana aaa
-, remember the place-Palace Row. Dear Conn
K. TURNER.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
Piles and Fistula.

Every form and feature Of these prevalent AZ
stubborn disorders is eradicated locally and en-
tirelv by the use Of this emolent; warm fomen q
tations should preccde its application. It's heal
ing qualities will be found to be thorough aPu
inVGriabie.
Both tie Ointment and Pills should be used
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09

Cases of many years standing, that have per-
tinaciousy refused to yield to any other remedy
or treatment, have invariably succumbed to lew
applications Of this powerful unguent.
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
MORE GOOD NEWS!i

DIR. RAPHAEL vii, cast your Horoscope "r wrtlo
y.ar nativity Every man, through Oh" length aud
Ura. a tun land, vino has bad u.k and vi. .f Of
v#t 50. n tu, WY.ll .'D.'I p" I'm possession ~ 10 20.
...... ..r.r .rat M - AIIINTIfg
The evening Argus. [volume] (Rock Island, Ill.) 1861-1871, 1868-10-09
REEVES AMBROSIA
F'OES the HAIR.

IMPROVED
1t is an elegant Dressing for the Hair.
1t causes the Hair to Curl beautifully.
1t keeps the Scalp Clean and Healthy.
1t invigorateS the Roots Of the Hair.
1t forces the Hair and Beard to grow luxuriantly.
1t Immediately stops Hair Falling Out,
It keeps the Hair from Changing Color from Age
1t restores Grey Hair toits Original Color.
1t brings out Hair on heads that have been bald
for years.
It is composed cntrol- Of simple and purely
vegetable substances.
It has received over six thousand voluntary tes-
timonial' its excellence, many of which are
from physicians in high standing.
1t is sold in haIfpound bottles (tho name
blown in the glass, by Druggists and Dealers in
Fancy Goods everywhere, at One DolIarpo Bot
tie. Wholesale by Dcnas Barnes { Co.. T. c,
Wells & Co.; schleFolin 4 Co., New York.
rnoh24dly.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
NfISCELLANY.
Smith.

Gentleinch,n said a candidate for Congress,
"my name is Smith, and am proud to say
that am not ashamed Of t. II may be that
no person IN this crowd owns that very uncom-
mon name. If, however, there be such, let
him hold up his head, pull up his dickey, turn
out bis toes, take courage, and thank his stars
that there are few more left Of the same sort.
Smith. gentlemen. Is en iilrstrious name,
And stands ever high in the annals Of fame;
Let White Brown and Jones increase IL they viii
Believe me tha, Smith will outnumber them slili
Gentlemen am proud Of being an original
Smith, and not Smithe, nor a Smythe, but 5
regular, natural Smith, Smith. Putting q
in the middle, or an at the end won't do,
gentlemen. Who ever heard Of great man
by the name of Smythe or Smithe. Echo an-
swers who? and everybody says nobody. But
for Smith, plain Smith Smith, why the pill
lars of fame are covered with that honored and
revered name. Who were the most racy, wit
ty and popular English authors Of this centu-
ry2 Horace and Albert Smith. Who was the
most original, pithy and humorous preacher ?
Rev. Sydney Smith. To go further back, who
was the btaSeSt and boldest soldier in Sump-
ter's army in the revolution a smith,
Who palavered with Powbattan, galivanted
with Pocsh5ntas, and became the ancestor Of
the first families in Virginia A Smith, again.
And who ashland ask the question most
seriously and soberly-who, | say, is that man,
and what is his name, who has fought the most
battles, made the most speeches, preached the
most sermons, held the most Offices, sung the
most songs, drank the most whisky w.
the most poems, courted the most w. "o.',s -;
i,issed the most pi-l- 81 --a--'~- '"e ii'O's ="
dows7 History says, | say, you say, and
everybody says, John Smith y
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
A Wife's Prayer.

IF there is anything that comes nearer 70 the
imploration o, fsomi than the sutjoined, We
have not seen it:
Lord bless and protect that dear person
whom Thou hast chosen to be my husband /;
LET his life be long and blessed, comfortable and
holy; ard iet ire dso become grea. blessing
and comfort unto him, sharer IN all bis sor-
rows, meet helper IN all the accidents and
changes in the world make nc arIisbis for
svet IN he eyes; and forever dear to him
Unite bis heart 10 me in Che Seatest love and
holiness, and mine 10 him in all the sweetness,
charity and compliance. Keep me from all
tnpatlsness Of passion and humor, and make
me humble and obedient, useful and subseryi-
ent that we may delight each other according
TO Thy blessed Word, and both Of US may re-
ioice in Thee, having our portion in the love
and service Of God forever. Amen.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
To Tame Wild Horses.


The following sts said to be the ho.se-char-
mers recipes, so that the widest cau be made
in few minutes as docile as kittehs Wegve
them for what they are worth, and would like
TO know if any of our readers hare ever tried
them:
l. Take finely grated horse castor, oils rho
dunn and ctmin; keep these in separate bot
ties, well corked put some of the oil Of cumin
on your hand, and approach the horse on the
windy side. He will then move towards you
then rub some of the cumin OIL his nose, GIVE
him little on anything he likes, and get eight
or ten drops Of the oil of rhodium on his
tongue; you can then get him to do anything
you like. BE kind and attentive to theanimal
and your control is certain.
2. Give the horse little castor on a piece
of apple or potato Put eight drops of oil Of
rhodium into a lady's thimble. Take the
thimble between your thumb and middle fin
ger of the right hand, with the fore finger stop
ping the mouth Of the thimble TO prevent the
oil from running oft while you are opening his
mouth. As soon as you have opened the
horses mouth, tip the thimble over upon bis
tongue, and hois sout servant. He will follow
you like pct dog.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
Signs.

An old gentleman whose style was German
lied was asked what he thought Of signs aud
omens.
well, I don't thinks mooch Of TEN tings und
don't petIie9e s7erydihgs: but | dells you
sometimes derc is Something's in SOON dings ash
dose tings. Now de oder night sits and reads
mine newspaper, and mine frau shespeaks und
say:
"Fritz de dog ish bowling"
"Vel don't tink mooch Of dem tings and
goes on and reads mine paper, und nine frau
she say"
"FIitz, dere ish Something's pad is happened
de dog ish bowling"
"Und den gifts fnineself up, und look droo
de wines on de porch, und de moon shine SO
bright as never vas. Und ash hauled mine
het IN the winder, de ole vorhaii She say"
"slind, Fritz dells you dere is some pad
ish happen. De dog ish howling|
"vel, | goes to pet und shleeps, and all
night long ven wakes up dere vas dat dog
bowling outside, and ven dream hear dat
howlihg #uss than never Und in de morning
gifts mine breakfast, und mine frau she look
up at me and say very solemn"
"Fhtz dere is Something's pad ish happen
de dog vas howl all night"
"Und shoost den de newspaper come m
und opens hm-und by shings vat you dlnksf
-dere ras a man died In Philadelphia.'
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
VTRGTNIA FREE PRESS.
TERMS.

--g-The FRsE PnEss is published weekly at I'so
1'r,-s rsd Fifiy Ccsts per onaum in odco"es.
---THREE DOLLARS if not paid in advance.
~ Owe Dollar ard Fiffy Csa,' f3r 'ir roHti'.
rs-The terms Of advertising are, Ter square
Ten H.es) or les,, Oss Da'lar aad Fyty Cs"i' for
hrss asr.iohs-larger ones in the same proper
zion Bach continuance fffy CeHfs.
E8-No advertisement 10 be considered oy 'he
month or vear unless specified on the Manuscript
or previously sgreed upon between the parties
rE-An advertisement not marked on 'he copy
or ,recifei number ofinssrslon' will be continued
u,,ilor5.red cut and rsynent exaeted accordingly
~-e-RrsrLAR ADvERrIsENESrs--Io avoid any
r,i,unds-,tandng on the part Of The Annual Adver-
t,sr, is prtysr 90 state di'tne,y that their pri-
vils-e only extends to their immediate business -
ge.l Estate Legal and an other advertisements sent
Sv them 20 be an additional charge, and no varia-
Uon.
Nsa- Obituary Notices Of more than FIVE lines will
Sc charged Tor.
JOB WORK--Posters. Sale Bills Circulars
Cards. &c, executed promptly, neatly, and a. TAR
rrlccs
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16

CoyJUGAL AFFECTION Nantes paper
publishes the following extraordinary story ::
" A farmer was found hanged by bis freslde
Suspicion fell upon his wife; she vas arrested;
and when questioned by the magistrate, made
The following affecsiCnate confession: Wei,
in faith. there's not much to be told Going
home last night found my husband by the
side of the fireplace trying 20 hang himself !;
the rope was already round his throat. As be
had already told every one that he was deter
mined to hang himself, | endeavored very nat
urally to assist him BY passing the other end
Of ths rope over rafter, and pulling ss hsfd
as could, Until he was susbenfed in the ar.
Judge: 'You confess, then, that you stran-
gled your husband ?"
Eyes, little, but not quite, because bepull-
ed the rope also. Besides, I knew the poor
man was tired of his life was wen aware
that should be arrested but before you send
the to prison beg you will let me attend my
poor husbands funeral" The same authority
adds at is needless to say that the desire
expressed by this excellent wife and ferven'
! Christian was fully appreciated by the court
but not complied WITH"
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1868-07-16
SUMAC.
Y viii BUY ALL THE SUMAC that is gath
cred and cured according to the fallowipg d.
rections, and PAY CASH for it at the rate OF
sl.5O PER 100 POUNDS,
Delivered at my Sumdc and Bark Mile,
WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA.

DrREcrIoxs-The leaf is what is wanted, but to
facilitate the gathering Of it, you can strip or blade
it-hatis take the liaie tcig- upon Hheh the eaTes
grow. which will be bought--or yos may cat the
Stock and when dry thresh it and rake out TIE
stems Care ust Sc taken TO have it clear Of stsns
and dirt Of every kind Don't cut it up.
II NAV be wilted in tie sun. but must be Cared
under corer and not allowed to be burntb by the sum-
or to get TO be in such large quantities as 70
Eeat in tarnr Gpy Of which destroys IT'S color ahd
strength and renders it rGiaeiess.
Il must be thoroughly cured and dry-au me sap
must be dried out-or it cannot be received, for II
will heat and spoil; this must be Hriehy o1'eTrSa
flommence taxing as soon the leaves are iully
crown and cotine Ill .tey are killedby the frost
The Red Berries must be thrown out
When your Sumac is dHreddy for deliver5, Bags
will be furnished for bringing it in, but they mast
be reU filled and promptly returned with core
AMI for Rags 20 the store or party 10 which you
e3pect TO aeliter your Sumac or at the FACTokl
or BRAbD0CK Street.