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The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

In EARNEsT.-We published recently, the
proceedings of the Snow Hill meeting, held
on Saturday, s5th September, to take into
consideration the building branch Rail
Road from the Wilmington and Weldon,
Road, to that place, Snow Hill, and thence,
East, to the. Neuse River, or perhaps, some
point on Tar River. The meeting was well
attended, and the proper spirit manifested.
A committee was appointed to confer with
the President and COL Freemont of the Will
mington Road, as well also, with the Officers
of the Tarboro' Road. n kfrs =
That committee will report next Satur-
day,at Snow ,Hll-7and on the Saturday,
following, being the 10th Of October, . gen
eral Rail Road meeting will be held at Snow
Hill, when, we have no doubt, it will be set
tied beyond doubt, that the Snow Hill
people will have the benefits Of Rail Road
faciliies something greatly needed in
Greene and Pitt counties-two of the best
agricultural counties in Eastern North Caro-
lina' % 10 0 Q5i88
THE FALL FREsHETs.-From all points
north, as well as in the south, the freshets
have been on the most stupendous scale.
1t is appalling to read of entire towns being
Inundated, and Of vast quantities of land,
hitherto considered above high water mark,
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submerged, and the crops and every species
Of property swept away. e, Z. si4H lH'1
In our own State the amount of damage
by the high waters can scarcely be estima- i
ted, and in the face of short crops, we fear
the result will prove very serious inconve-
nience. -.,,...,.-g n. .,.try .5x.-.-.-,y
In Caswen county, as we learn from the
Milton Chroricle. the freshet was one of the
largest and n oss destructive which has oc.'
CURED in that section of the State for many
years. The waters in the "Countyline" rose
within two feet of the bridge floor, and swept
likschsf the upper and loyer abuttmsnts,
and spread over the low grounds for miles.
submergiEg all the corn and tobacco in the
bottoms ss2q YeTF91 E3.s2laa
Dan river, too, is on rampage play
ing havoc with the corn and tobacco in the
bottomlands. No idea can be formed Of
the damage done p sssltl ag,i
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!, The Guilford Building and Loan Asso-
citation promises to \ be a decided success.
The company will apply for an act Of incor-
poration next Legislature. A committee has
been appointed to make the application.
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A Fortune Hunter in Trouble.


The celebrated "Baron" Henri de Riviere,
whose attempted marriage with belle of
Mobile, and subsequent marriage with Miss
Blunt, the daughter of q wealthy Southern
lawyer, together with certain guano specula-
tions and shooting affairs, have acquired for
him some notoriety, was arrested at the New
York Hotel on Saturday night, just as he
was going to dinner, by Deputy Sheriffs Law
renee Delma and John E. MCGOWAN. The
charge against him is avery serious one. 1t
appears from the statement of Mile Helence
Stille, a wealthy and beautiful Partisan lady,
that some years since De Riyiere met her in
Paris, and representing himself as an unmar-
ried man, (although he has wife and two
children living) and also giving out that he
was French nobleman of fortune, induced
her, after selling her estates in France to ac-
company him as his wife to South America.
There they travelled in great state, and the
expenses were all betrayed with the pro-
ceeds of the lady's property. After spend
ing some time in Lima, Peru, they returned
to Paris. Finally she learned that his wife
was living, and he left her He came to this
city, and she followed him. Learning few
days ago that he was staying for short
time at the New York Hotel, she sought the
advice of lawyer, and obtained from JUS
tice DowliDg warrant for De Riveirc's ar
rest. r.,,1S .f,-',,. ~,
If the charges against De Riyiere are fully
substantiated, it is likely that his travels will
not extend much further for some time
to come. De Riviere several years ago shot
at Billy Mulligan, the pugilist, in Broad
way saloon. After his marriage with Miss
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? PERSONAL.

/. George Peabody proposes to make only
short stay in England 2, iis sss - .aat. -lf
Y Carl Rosa has declared his intention to
become an American citizen. ,.a...--
''Brick" Pomeroy is lying seriously ill in
New York from congestion Of the lungs.
It is proposed to erect monument to Mr..
Peabody in Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, to
cost $3.50, 0,O00., ~ --s, --.S b..
Mrs. Porter, the new postmaster at Lou
isville, is going to discharge all the male
clerks, and put females in their places. r.
Prince Napoleon's Private Secretary is
Spanish ex-priest, who left the Church in
order to get married to beautiful French
ballet-girl. ~ 1sli1ss-a -..sf p rI-sr tr
Mr.. Charles Delong, Minister to Japan,
and Mr.. Sheppard, United States Consul at
Yeddo, sailed in the steamer China from
San Francisco. -'d f'''
Mr.. George Peabody will spend the com.
ing winter in the South of France, at the
villa of M. WV. Corcoran, who sails for
Europe in November. .rs-s--.. .---.
General Hancock and party returned to
st. Paul, Mimi, on Thursday last from his
tour of inspection to the frontier posts in
Minnesota and Dakota. I.-..- -..I I'm.
/ The London Tomahapk has two.page
cartoon representing Mrs. Stowe peering in
to The grave of the Byrons, while tie shade
of the poet waves her off s-s ..f.- ZOO
The pantaloons of Lucy Stone and hus-
band were stolen from sleeping car be-
tween Pittsburg and Cincinnati, in which
the happy pair were serenely sleeping, the
other night. ,,... +. ,.,.-f-... --......-. 5s
A plaster bust of P. s. Gilmore, by the
brothers Cobb, is now on exhibition in Bos-
ton, and it is proposed to have it copied in
marble, aud set up in some public place,
with appropriate exercises.
1t is reported that the contemplated visit
fthe President to the Southern States will
take place in Feb. next when, it is said, he will
be accomdanied by select staff of officials
interested in Southern progressiveness, 1nclu-
ding several New York and Washington
correspondents.
George Francis Train is indignant at the
manner in which the California newspapers
reported his speeches. In the first instance
they gave verbatum report of his sayings
and doings, but latterly getting disgusted
at his nonsense, did not even .deign to men
ton him, even in an item. In retaliation
be represents the California press and peo-
| ple as absolute fools and dumbfounded
jackasses. iiA asss c1 $50 .s-ar-FH
| On the arrival of JEFF. Davis from Eng
land. several prominent Southern men pro-
pose to welcome him with an address, in
which will be mentioned the recuperative
and prosperous condition Of the reconstruct
ed States under the present administration.
Before leaving England he expressed to
members of the press his opinion that the
United States was destined under the exist
ing state of affairs, to take the lead of ma
| tions in prosperity, power and civilization.
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n C. INSTITUTION FOR DEAF, DUMB
I'D BLINp.-Upto the present time, seventy
ppils have arrived at this institution-a
nod beginning, p ''''ts'...' - "a Il-s'.la
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d. MARKETS, Z
Wilmington-NewL YorkTBal i'm ore
= lCinciunati--Lcudoh.lLiverpOol. e.

iWilminston-Newd YorkuBal i'm ore-s
4 Cincinnati -Londoh- Liverpool. e. :, 3.
I WILMINGTON, October 9.-Spirits Turpentine
quiet and lower at a. s,Rosin steady. 81 90 for
strained. Tar unchanged. Cotton quiet, Is for
miuohnrpe' uaohnre' rggQi1 . SdsE8 515at AoT list -
d NEW YORK, Oct ,S.--c Cotton better, Sales
8, 200 bales at 27s sFlour sshade frmeE Super
fne to State IS IS IS a. Common, TO fair az
ira southerns s6 25 to s6 70. Wheat Accent love-,
er. Winter red western soto 48ag Corn, quiet
and firm. Mixed western 9S to 81 6sstMess !
pork at 80 to 30%. Whiskey firmer at $f2l 70
s., ,es.ls Lard quiet Kettle 'le TO ls1l. Naval
stores frrn. Sugar moderately active. Molasses
activef. Turpentine IS to 4a y Rosin ~ Is 70 Z
IS. Freight dull. Money easy, transactions Ct
4 to G. Bank statement favorable. Specie has
increased four and half millions. Sterling
firm ~. Gold soX, Governments dull oss
9oA.5 State. bonds firm. ysa, " no gala ~
p CnoaN6ri, Oct 9.-zwhisky fair ID Rorkal
quiet 81 Lard quies i71f Bacon hEm; sshoul-s
ders 16k; sides 90 Both held % aquarterhigh-e
a. lu9tlt % sJl3 1gcSg sac l0t y @sss n
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SALE OF FORFEITED PROPERTY.-The
revenue Officers sold in front of our Court
House Monday, tobacco wagon, one horse
snd a lot of tobacco, seized for a violation
bf the revenue laws. =. .
If people will persist in their efforts to
lodge the law, they must not murmur if
Faught. Half the trouble originates with
hhe general disposition to run the block
Ade." Better act up to the law, and secure
hn uninterrupted trade ...5.l s.l
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M orrfs III nh.ardt,1.

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Spectacle and Optical Manufacturer.
THE ADVANTAGES Of these spectacles over all
Others are: i.iins oa 2 L"d flli ~ o. 11qgots !
. i. They can be worn with perfect ease
for any length OF tiT1e at one sitting, giving as
tonishing clearness Of vision, by candleor any
other artificial light, comfort to the spectacle
wearer hitherto unknown. g s..hR qtf hrur
3 Q, How to select glasses. Il requires
professional guidance, even wnen good article
fsoffered DR.. Bernhardt not only has the best
Glasses that can be found IN tne Market ous
carefully examines the eyes of his patients, and
gives indispensable advice as to the proper se-a
lection OF them. 'at 80 safG -lo't-is5Sss & sT9
3. when the eyes ache or pain through
the action Of bright light, such as isrefected
from the snow, sunny weather, white paper and
In reading, writing or sewing, or vivid colored
bodies; these lenses, BY sottening the rays, ef.
feet most agreeable sensation and give great
relief. - l'47i'i' -Ai siiil -9' 'in ~ th n -
/, A. These SpectacIes are scientifically
adjusted to every case Of detective sight with
uhetring accuracy, whether arising from age,
strain, overwork, or premature decay. by Dr..
Bernhardt, on a new and exact principle, entire.
ly his own, which has seldom failed to be cor
rect. -
Z s. After Several years Of public prac.
tice, adjusting spectacles to patients under
every aspect OF detective vision, as well as ex-
perience n an extensive, long establi hed busi-
ness In his Optical Stores, both here and IN En-.
rope, Dr. Bernhardt considers 1t sufficient
guarantee of bis ability to supply such glasses
as are best calculated for the assistance OF i'm
perfect sight i7.,' - - 70
6. NJ. Bernhard, to signalize himself
from the host of pretenders In his profession
with pride submits for inspection, copies of test
imonials he has received from medical gentle
men of the most unquestionable rsspecta6iiity
and talent In America; also number OF eertif-
Gates from well known gentlemen of distinction
who have used his spectacles.the originals Of
all which he will be happy to show to those who
NAV request it. The use of any of Tao follow
ing names or certificates hereunto affixed, with
out an actual possession of the same, would be
forgery, q capital offence, punishable BY State
imprisonment. t 1a 'H
Testimony Of Recommendations from
Medical Gentlemen, Professors Of the highest
| Opthalmic talent in Raleigh, n. G. and in the
Union. Boss. roo - 70 .ra .is
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We are requested to publish the following
notlce:s ,sf4=sHs tas fssF = Aaz ~
There will be mass meeting at Chalk
Level, Forsyth County, on the 18th of octo-
Der, to celebrate the 5th anniversary of
Johnson's Raid of loyal men to the United
states forces a Ea -szsa -fas4 8rzt slsf s ~
A number of the best speakers are invited.
The Committee of Arrangements will
prepare suitable conveniences for persons
from distance. zs r-'s ~ s, .ifz
Come one, come all, with your wagons
and families, and let Us hayea united loyal
meeting. aa.ga .aa..aar r7.l a.
There will be meeting of the Heroes at
night. .as1s u tss,,
SMITH FRAZIER,
Dr. ]. H. NORRIS,
J. G. JONES,
0" j. L. JOHNSON,
Committee of Arrangements.
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"HuDDLED AROUND STREET LAMPn-
Passing up Fayetteville street, Saturday
night, our attention was drawn to a group
|Ot four or five women and children, gather
I'd together under the light of street lamp,
quietly taking supper. They presented a dis
cOntented air, looked quite unhappy and
EQUALLY dependant. We endeavored to
ind out something of their history, and
could only learn from one of them that they
we're going where there were no Ku K1ux,
and in search of their NAL, friends who had
been compelled to come to Raleigh, to save
|their own lives. The parties said they were
from "up the country" but refused to say
what portion a3 .il
During Saturday We were told there were
three men in the city, who had been unmer-
.cifully maltreated by the Ku Klux, up in
Orange, few days since. 1t is possible
these women are the wives of these men.
The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

Every day brings increased assurance that
the Agricultural Fair, to be held on the
10Th inst, is to be a great success. Leading
gentlemen from all parts of the State have
signified their intention to be present, and
many persons, both within and without the
State, have already entered articles fol. exhi-
'bition The grounds will be completed in
few days, Our citizens should do all they
can to aid the committee in their efforts, by
the contribution of money, and by their per-
sonal labors. Let our ladies and gentlemen
who can command the time, see to it that
Floral Hall docs not fall behind its former
place, in the display of articles, and in their
tasteful arrangement. We are informed
that the Executive Committee win be most
happy to accept the services of ladies and
gentlemen to assist their most efficient su-
pcrintendents in fitting up the Hall, and in
taking charge of it during the Fair. Let
our matrons and young ladies, our gentle
men, old and young, lend helping hand.
The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

/ Andrew, ]. Burton. ESQ.,, has Withdrawn
from his editorial connection with the Ro-
aaoks Ne,os. Mr.. Burton resires for the pur-
pose of engaging in the law, ,...,..
The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

rH1aTEEs rH11aaTaE a HUNDRED Sm ED GaiaIsss. Ans a gentle.
man was exhibiting an ear of corn yester-
day, on our streets cohtaining one thousand
three hundred grains, it was Of the gourd'
seed kind. b Io15TB6 10
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,TFY AND STATE NEWS.

His Excellency Gov. Holden and lady ar
"A On the 5th from their Northern tour.
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OBEY THE LAw-The Charlotte Democrat
gives an account of man who was shot
and killed in Union county, on the goth
ult, by Mr.. Burton Laney. "It appears
that Mr.. Laney had been deputised by the
proper authority to serve q bastardy warrant
on the man and bring him to trial. He re-
fused to appear, and finally took shelter in
his cabin. When Mr.. Laney approached
the cabin for the purpose of requiring q
compliance with the law, the man appeared
at the door with gun and an axe, and
threw the axe at Mr.. Laney but missed him,
when Laney shot him on the spot. A coro-
ner's inquest rendered verdict OF justifa-
bie nomlclde. fsfr vfr-r--ssF .tsr.s-z
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4FdFNFE } rTFGF
DIR. BERNHARDT requests US to state that

DIR. BERNHARDT requests US to state that
he viii bsst HendsrsOn during ths eentins-
ance Of the Fair at that place. After that
he will return to Raleigh where. he will re-
main until afterlths State Fair. Those who
are suffering from impaired sight should
consult De- Benhardt, who, if there. is no
absolute disease Of the eye,i will surely fit
them with glasses that win enable them to
see perfectly well. We can testify to this
of our own knowledge sfor we have seen
many persons who have been wonderfully
aided by him. He can be seen at the Var
borough House to-dayagise 5ssgs a,roilwl 1
The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

WILLIAMSON, MARTIN CoUNTY.-The
ladies of this handsome little town, situated
on the Roanoke River, contemplate holding
fair for the benefit of the Episcopal Church
IN that place-the fair to commence on the
18th instant, and continue through three
days E r.ssas 1aae
The Southerner, in speaking OF the fair,
says: s'The fair sex of that goodly town
have alwas been noted for the energy and
zeal with which they have carried forward
such praiseworthy enterprises, and the pro-
ceeds of this Fair being intended for the
use of the Episcopal Church in that place,
we may expect an unusually interesting
exhibition. 4 aa, ..l.. lss e t.s
The Fair will take place during the Fall
Term at the Superior Court for Martin, and
cannot fail to attract a large number. desir-
Gus of expending their surplus change in
such holy cause. All from all sections
arecordially invited to attend" p n =
Our readers are aware that there is at this
time railroad under contract, and b eing
graded, between Tarboro' and williamson
connecting the two towns When completed
Martin county, and the counties adjoining,
win realize an awakening which will aston
ish the "oldest Settlers At the head of
navigation during all seasons) WILLIAMSON
will become a place of Importance. als5
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CHS. E. JOHNSON, NJ. D.
Raleigh, August gath, 1869.

take great pleasure in saying that the glasses
have obtained (and am now using) from DR.. NJ.
Bernhardt are to me source of greater comfort
than any have previously used my own expe-
Renee fully sustaining the Testimonials OF ex-
cellence and commendation which he has re-
ceived from gentlemen of science and high char
acter in various parts Of our country. ~
I ~ r .Nl NiiA VIM, G., HILL, NJ, D.
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Raloigh Aug. 2sth. Isea.

Z gives me pleasure to bear witness to the ex
trs6fdinary value and excellence Of the glasse
prepared and furnished by Prof. Bernhardt. 49,
Tothose who need artificial aidfor their vision
be will be of the highest service. -5ssgl.
[ r f,..,l,... .,....,t b.. ]. n. ATKINSON, ~
= Pastor Ct Presbyterian Church.
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BEE RAIsINe rive are truly happy in
being able to bear testimony to the fact,
that more attention is being given to the
raising of bees in our State, and the care
which has been bestowed on these indus
trious little creatures seems to be spprecia-
ted by them. They are fond of good houses,
and experience has fully proven that the
breeds can be improved in this way-they
grow larger, are healthier, and necessarily
make more and better honey. il--5s.'..i
The Italian bee is said to be superior to
our native stock of this we cannot tes-
tify but as there will be some few hives on
exhibition at our State Fair, commencing
on the 10th inst, We shall have an oppor-
tunity of learning something about them.
! We understand our fellow townsman, E.
O. Macy is one of the Judges on Bees, las
he has made bees speciality, he will be en-
sabled to give US valuable information on the
subject. % 50 ,a ..-. 81. ri .sr.77 "
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Ex-PREsIDENT PIERcE.-General Frank
lin Pierce died at his home in Concord, New
Hampshire on Friday last. The event will
create no deep feeling, forthe character and
services Of the deceased were such as to make
the country feel that a great man has been
taken away. President PIERCE has occupied
many high positions, in all of whiclfhe dis
played faithfulness, which did credit to his
heart, and weakness which did discredit
to his brain.
He has taken no active part in politics
since 1856, and quietly passed out of sight
as public man. He was good man, who
had to deal with elements, which he was un-
fited by nature to cope with. He died re-
gretted by all, for he had few, ifany ene-
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J Special Notices.
,comfort and Bliss, or Pain
. sslss@s and Agony. sa....E,., ,'

fDR. TOBIAS sCELEBRATED. VENETIAN.
whose wonderful cures, sure
and. instantaneous action. in cases Of Chronic
Rheumatism, Headache, Toothache, Croup, Cuts,
Burns, Collie, Cramps, pysentery, ETC., have as
tonished the civilized WORLD Is no nsw catehrs 4
penny; but an article that has stood the tsstof
ltwenty-two ysazs. Theenormous sale audnpidly
increasing demand isat oncethe surest eyidenceE
Of It's usefulness and popularity. No skmaly
should be without bottle An the housasi Hun- !
dreds Of dollars and many hours of sufIeinsm &
be saved by its timely asess e sFss'sa ssAfse
Collie, Cramp, and Dysentery yield at onceto
its pain curative properties rs perfectly IN.
nocent, and can be given to the oldest person or
youngest child. No matter il you have no COM
fdence in Patent Medicines try this, and you /,
will be sure to buy again, and recommend to
your friends. Hundreds OF Physicians recon-
mend it in their practice / .ss.,ss s.rrisssR :
Sold by the Druggists and storekeepsu. PRICE,
Fifty Gents and Ono Dollar. Depot, 40 Park s.
Place, New York. ssshim sep B-d&g1n za,l
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The Wilmington Journal says the rice crop
of the Cape Fearsegion the present season,
is estimated 3d. 600 to $4,000 bushels ~'sA
The weekly standard., 1869-10-13

Jf Raleigh, N. c., Aug. "a, 1867
take pleasure in stating that have examined
the glasses Of M. Bernhardt, Oculist and Opt.
clan, and think they are Of the best material and
constructed on scientific principles. $50. ...,
Iwould advise those in need of glasses to call
on him. - -. -
Very respectfully, W l,on-5- ~
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Judge Watts sentenced the following per-
IONS to hard labor in the Penitentiary, last
Esek: Henry Barham, 1s months; Bur
we'll Perry, 10 months; u Allen Richardson,
is months-all for larceny, on a small
,cale. -aefah1aiss s'f 7d nr. -af7 sHsbr
Several other cases of minor Importance
we're tried, but, the above are all the con-
fictions we could hear of. '.s ...a.-''. q,
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Raleigh, August 24th, 1859.

have carefully examined Professor Bern
hardt's Spectacles, and take great. pleasure in
recommending him to those who having .defec.
tive vision can be made to see more clearly and
distinctly by the use of glasses. BE has won
derful skill in this respect. &sa- AA
The pair he has supplied me with are Brazilian
pebble of most superior quality and excellent
finish. They enable me to see how to read or
write at the ordinary focal distance, as clearly
and distinctly as did twenty years ago. very
cheerfully bear testimony both to the Professors
skill and to the wonderful properties of his
glasses gE3 o,,s = ,ouySoN r. n
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The SCUPPKRNoNG GRAPE.-Much has
len written, and much said, recently, in
'ygd tosle scuppernong Grape, its culture,
North Carolina. Years ago Mr..
cb O : eIler, of Halifax county, went into
svinfeon quite an extensive scale, and
al ied to perfection, not only in raising
fruit, but in making the wine-no one
6as her excelled him in the manufacture of
he bcuppernong wine. The old gentleman
isda passion for fruit, but this gyspe was
lis favorite, and he was looked upon as
,rszy man on the one subject, as no one SEEM
ed to care much about grapes, or anything
elie, except cotton and the increase OF
Weller is dead-and the people have just
/ ked up" to the fact that be was 8 man OF
: PRIOR judgment-that there is money in
pes, and it is no strange thing to see nj
or twenty bushels incur market for
at one time, and at prices remunera-
and at the same time to place them
in the reach of everybody.
he mania for fruit raising is raging IN
th Carolina, and we hope it may con-
? to rage until We shall see vineyards
orchards on every plantation, and fruit
snty as leaves In autumn, a "a