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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
SOMETHING NEW.

Yes, decidedly new, and in place where you
would least expect to see it. Such was the thought
which fitted across our mind, as we recognized
the familiar features Of our friend Dobson, smiling
benignantly beneath the shadow Of a new hat.
We are 30 accustomed to the venerable-indeed
we may say holey 'tchurn," which has adorned
his countenance for some months, that we were
uncertain as to his identity. But it ,oas Dobson,
and as usual, he had any quantity Of inducements
to offer for trade. In consequence Of collapse
Of the pocket-book, probably caused by the late
extremely hot weather. we were in no condition for
q trade. But the benefits Of advertisements were
forcibly impressed on our mind by the incident
fit were not for advertising how could Dobson
venture on the rash experiment of a new hat in
these dull times? There is no doubt that his aAec-
tionate appeals to delinquents have produced some
thing in the shape of greenbacks. How could a
delinquent debtor, having previously read his ad-
vertisements, meet Dobson wearing that old hat he
used to wear without feeling such compunctions of
conscience as would make him fork over at once?
We are truly glad to see this evidence that some of
Dobsons debtors have come up to the scratch, and
hope the balance will try his celebrated recipe for
resting cas-, at night.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
CHANGE IN THE CABINET.

Another change has been made in Gen. Grants
Cabinet, which does not seem to be built OF very
substantial material as it requires reconstruction
every month or two. The change alluded to was
caused by the resignation Of Mr.. Borie, Secretary
of the Navy. Mr. B. has had this step in view tor
some time, pleading i'll health and the require
ments of private business his excuses for retlr-
ing from public life. Washington gossip howev-
er, assigns another reason, to w.t. that MIR. Borle
was fully satisfied in his own mind that he was
incompetent for the discharge Of the duties requr-
ed of him. he has, almost from the time he took
the Office been merely the ostensible head of the
department, Admiral Porter being its real control
Ter. If this account is correct, the resignation is
very creditable to Mr.. Borie; for it is not every
man who has sense to know his Deficiencies, or
honor to give up positions for which he feels him
self unqualified.
1t was expected, as matter Of course, that Ad-
miral Porter would be appointed to succeed Mr..
Borie. But Gen. Grant trumped up another un'
known gentleman for the position. Perhaps it
would be more correct to say that Mr. Borie did it,
as the report is that he was allowed to name his
successor At any rate, the new incumbent is
Hon. George NJ. Robson, Of New jersey. The
change was made very quietly, some Of the Cabi-
net even being ignorant of it until after the new
Secretary had been sworn in. 1t is understood that
Admiral Porter will continue as before, to be the
power behind the throne
When the change became publicly known, great
anxiety arose to learn something about the new
Secretary besides his name. Correspondents rush
ed wildly about, in search of the desired informa-
ton, but for a long time without finding it. Hon.
George NJ. Robson was an entire stranger to the
politicians at Washington. At length New Jer-
sey politician was found, who knew the gentleman.
From him it was ascertained that Mr.. Robeson
was "Attorney-G General of the State of New Jer-
sey; that he is "a pretty fair lawyer, good man,
was once adjutant general Of his State, is bache
lor, rather above medium size robust health, and
about forty-6ve years of age" It's presumable
that he is qualified for the position, as Mr. Borie
while retiring for want of capacity, would hardly
select another of the same sort
Gen. Grant now has in his Cabinet but three of
of those he originally appointed. 1t is pity MIR.
Hoar, the Attorney. General, does not take similar
views with Mr. Borie, as to holding an office for
which he is incompetent. 1t is also pity Gen.
Grant does not pick out seasoned timber for his
Cabinet, having found so many green sticks to be
worthless
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
THK YoRKVfLhE EMQUxRER

race as the Chinese would exert. Is it good policy
to put this element in contact with such moral pol
luton, while we are doing all in power to build
up in them regard for law, morals and religion
There are other aspects in which Chinese immi'
grafton appears unfavorably. What is to be the
political effect Of this movement? Are all these
pig-tailed celestials to become voters and office,
holders, under the 18th amendment? They would
prove valuable set of legislators, with their pc,
cular notions of right and wrong and their utter
ignorance of republican institutions And to crown
allthe advantagesof the Chinese, what fine found
alton they would make for the building up of g
mongrel race, Shem, Ham and Japheth united in
one at last
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

quarter of an hour he finally got the blind horse to
understand in what direction the land lay, and the
two horses came to shore side by side, amid the
cheers of upwards Of one hundred persons who had
become spectators.
The Agricultural Department has issued its
report ror the months of May and June. The re,
turns show high average condition of wheat. and
indicate good prospect of an abundant crop, if no
casualties occur before or after the harvest. 1t
should be observed, however, that the size and
sueculence of the stalk favors lodging or laying,
which is reported as already somewhat serious
and other grains are generally in fine condition.
The corn crop is backward, and the latest reports
in regard to cotton are favorable. The yield OF
small fruits is unusually abundant, with fine
promise for those coming in later in the season.
Peaches will be abundant in New Jersey and Dela,
ware, will be fair crop in the West, and short
supply only in some localities in the Southern
States where untimey frosts prevailed.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
EASING UP ON "REBELs.n

1t is pleasant to observe that the spirit OF per
secution is gradually dying out. Time has, fol
four years, been healing the wounds of war, ano
the memories of injuries inflicted and sustained
are beginning to fade away. Revenge has beer
satiated with all but few spirits Of more thar
usual vindictiveness. Those who have warrec
most bitterly, relent most slowly. Of these re
morseless enemies, Sumner and Butler are tht
types, the one representing the sanctimonlous th'
other the rowdy division of the super6ne patriots
Nothing better can, of course, be expected OF mel
to whom the war became the occasion of mortifca
ton and exposure.
But the leading exponents of the successful par
ty are, one by one coming over to the side of mag
nanimity and peace The masses of the NORTH
would long ago have recognized the facts that ther'
are two sides to every question, and that men may
be gallant and honorable and, at the same time
''rebels." But there were ends to be gained by
the leaders, for which it became necessary to keeE
up the old hostility. Those ends, the election o.
President and the passage of the 18th amend
ment, have been secured and further persecution
is unnecessary. Those who kept it up now sex
that there is something un-American and opposed
to the whole spirit of our institutions, in perma
nent prescription Of those who wared for secession
Even such men as Brownlow and Hunnicutt O.
the Southern ''loyap' class, pronounce against it
as unwise and unjust In the North there are bu
few prominent men or papers opposed to
universal enfranchisement. These will soon bt
compelled to yield to the pressure, or become un
popular. Their previous history enables us t.
predict, with tolerable certainty, that they vii
choose the first horn of the dilemma. IF our read
ers live long enough, they may even read tearfu
tributes of respect for Confederate dead, from But
Ter himself.
There is less hate between the sections now thar
at any time since the war; and if they are let alone
there will be none in few years. Certain men o
the North are regarded with deep-felt hatred here
on account of what they have done against us sinc'
the war; but there is little animosity against tht
Northern people The case is probably similar
there. The ory of "rebel'' and "loyal' may b'
kept up as party slogans, but they are rapidly los
ing their bitterness, and acquiring the significance
of mere party names
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
For the Yorkville Enquirer.
UNION COUNTY cORREsPoNDENCE
MASONIC p1c.N1c-A QUESTION OR TWO,

MASONIC PIC-NIc-A QUESTION Oh TWO.
The Skull Shoals Lodge, A.. F.. NJ. :, celebra-
ted the anniversary of the birth of St. John the
Baptist on the oath instant, by giving picnic
at Tolleson's Store About fifty of the craft were
in line, and about three hundred spectators were
present. The ladies turned out well, and, of
course, the thing was success. The dinner was
6rstrate, and the abundance of it was very pleas
ing to the eye. Everything the country could af:
ford was on the table. The Lodge had neglected
to secure speaker for the occasion. However,
DR.. Wade Fowler came to their assistance with
few sensible remarks. He defended Masonry
against the attacks of its enemies; he set forth
clearly the principles and aims Of the Order; ex-
planned the meaning of the symbols used and
then closed with an earnest exhortatiou to the
brethren to be faithful and consistent During the
day, the young people took possession Of school
house near by, and enjoyed themselves with mu-
sic and dancing.
We like such days, and we thank the Skull
Shoals Lodge for the pleasure of that one We
should have more of these jubiant gatherings,
where the young and DID, the gay and severe, can
all meet, and talk over matters and things in gen.
eral. They would 60 home feeling better, and
happier, and wiser.
A question or two I would put to the young men
and women:
l. How do you spend your leisure hours?
q Are you endeavoring to strengthen, or weak
en-, your minds?
g. Have you any regular habit of reading for
improvement, outside of your everyday employ
ment?
To you the country is looking for help in her
time of need. Do not disappoint her. Be not
idle. Store your minds with useful knowledge.
Answer these questions fairly, then go to work in
earnest and acquit yourselves like men and women
p
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

II. F. Adickes-Linen Coats
T. w. Clawson, Deputy Messenger Bankrupt
cy-In the Matter Of Thos. J. Workman.
T. w. Clawson, Deputy Messenger-In Rankrupt-
cy-Applicatiors for Discharge Mat
ter of W. +. Mitchell and G. G. Langston.
Rev. Louisa. Bickle, A. M.-North Carolina COL
lege.
R. 8. Moore, President-Annual Meeting of the
Stockholders OF the Kings Mountain Rail
Road Company.
Groot, Kuck & Co., Charlotte, N.C.-Pure Rye
and Corn Whiskies.
T. M. Dobson& Co.-Sundowns-B Sheet
ing-Farmers' Satin-Wanted $5O, ,0O0-Mo-
lasses Boilers-Country Homespun-lust
Received-Notions. !.
F. J. Noses Jr., Adjutant and Inspector General
Circular-General Orders No. /.
M. Jones, ARent-The Use of Letters.
Bev. r. B. Anderson-Yorkville Female College,
Thomson q Jefferys, Assignees-In Bankruptcy
In the Matter of A. M. Kee and Jeptha
Gwinn-Notices to Lien Creditors.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.

Our friends throughout the county will confer
special favor on us and the readers of the ENoU1-
RER, by informing US of any matters of general in.
terest which may transpire in their respective
neighborhoods. Furnish the facts in each case as
briefly as possible, and we will put the information
in a shape suitable for publication. The names Of
persons giving us information must accompany
their communications not for publication, but as
an evidence of good faith on the part of the writer
and for own private use.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
MILITIA EXEMPTIONS.

From letter received from Adjutant and In
spector GeneralF. j. Moses, we learn that no ap-
pcation for exemption from service, on account Of
physical disability, will be entertained until after
the organization of the militia. 1t is likely that
the power to grant such exemptions will be confer.
red upon the surgeon Of each regiment, and this is
probably the reason why applications are not con-
sdered now. No surgeons can be appointed till
the organization Of the militia, and it will then be
time enough to apply for exemption.
Person desiring exemption on other grounds
than physical disability will find directions how to
proceed, by referring to the Adjutant and Inspec-
tor Generals Orders No. l, published in our ad-
vertiang columns this week.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
The Mprkpille Gnqnirer.
YORKVILLE, s. c.:
THURSDAY MORNING, JULY l, 1869.

Cash.-It must be distinctly understood that
our terms for subscription, advertising and job,
work, are cash, in advance.
X.-The paper will be discontinued on the expi-
ration of the time for which payment has been
made. Subscriber finding (X) cross-mark on
the wrapper or margin of his paper, will under
stand that the time paid for has expired.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
STATE AND COUNTY TAXES.

The County Treasurer informs us that he will
probably give notice in next weeks paper of the
time for beginning the collection of State and
County taxes. When the books are opened, tax.
payers will be allowed forty.four days In which to
pay their taxes. If not paid within this time, the
penalty will be very severe.
1t may be thought that we give this subject too
much attention. But we are satisfied that this
years taxes will be heavy, much heavier than the
majority Of. our people suppose. From what we
can learn about it, we have every reason to believe
that the payment Of taxes will be hard strain.
There is not great deal Of money in the County,
and this call will probably put many of our citizens,
even those who have abundant assets, to their
trump cards For this reason, we deem it advisa-
bic to call frequent attention to the subject, in Or
der that opr people may make their arrangements
for raising the necessary funds, before it is too
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01
THE GLORIOUS FOURTH.

No preparations have come TO our knowledge,
for the celebration of the National anniversary.
Our people have about settled down in the opinion
that the 4th of July recalls state of things that
has been, but does not exist now. For this reason
they refrain from any celebration of the day, which
under the present circumstances would be mere
mockery. Indeed, we know of NO sarcasm more
bitter than the practice of reading the Declaration
Of Independence on the 4th of july which is still
kept up in some parts Of the country.
The fourth of July has, moreover, within the
last fw years, acquired other associations, which,
though well calculated to stir the pride of country
in the hearts of our people, are not such as find a
proper utterapce in the fuss and feathers of an old
style fourth of July celebration. Sad but glorious
"reminiscences of Vicksburg, the seven days bat
ties near Richmond, and, above all, Of the cory
Cemetery Hill of Gettysburg, forbid anything like
noisy demonstration on this anniversary.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

% A Masonic festival will be held at Charlotte,
n g., on the 7th and 9Th Of this month.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

THE New SECRETARY OF THE NAvY-SKETCH
OF THE APpoINTEE. Geo. NJ. Robson, ap.
pointed by the President Secretary Of the Navy,
to fill the vacancy occasioned by the resignation o'
Secretary ere Borie, is son Of Judge William P.
Robson, of Warren County, N: J.,, who was
leading Whig, long and prominently connected
with the politics of the State. Mr.. Robson en-
tered Princeton College in 1874 Upon graduating,
in lS47 he entered the law Office of Chief Justice
Hornblower of Newark. Upon concluding bis
legal studies, in $780, he was associated in practice
with Hon. A. C. NJ Pennington: Subsequently
removing to Camden, he was appointed Prosecutor
of the Pleas for that County in 1859. Upon the
election of Mr.. Frelinghuysen to the United States
Senate in 1867, Mr.. Robson was appointed by
Gov. Ward Attorney General, which position he
resigns for his new duties. He is about Al years
old, and holds high rank in his profession. To bis
fine legal qualifications he unites general knowl:
edge and practical ability, which give promise of
efficiency and usefulness in his new position.
Mr.. Robson is a strong, decided Republican on
all questions of national policy, and is in entire &C
cord with the party which supported the election
of General Grant 1t is curious coincidence that
the only position ever held in the Cabinet by a
New Jersey man has been that of Secretary Of the
Navy. In 1928, Samuel L. Southland was appoint
ed Secretary of the Navy by President Monroe,
and continued in this position during the entire
administration of John Quincy Adams. In 1884,
Mablon Dickinson was appointed by General Jack
son, and he continued in Van Buren's Cabinet for
more than year. Both were distinguished men,
and added to the national reputation by their ad-
ministration Of the Navy Department.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

CHEAP RAILROAD TRAvELNa.-H. T. Peake,
ESQ.,, the General Superintendent Of the South
Carolina Railroad, is now issuing "Green Line
certificates, which entitle the bearer to travel at
half fare, once each week, over the following
named railroads: Louisville and Nashville, Mem
phis and Louisville, Nashville and Northwestern,
Nashville and Chattanooga, Western and Atlantic,
Selma, Rome and Dalton, Macon and Western,
Atlanta and West Point, Montgomery and West
Point, Georgia and South Carolina Railroads.
This is done under an agreement entered into at
the "Green Line" Convention, held at Atlanta in
March last and the "half fare privilege is ex.
tended to all persons travelling "for the purpose
Of soliciting business" The cost of travelling is in
this way reduced one.half. We are glad to see
this new movement. It is an indication that our
railroads are bent on giving all the help they can
to our people, who must do their part by working
actively to extend their trade and make known the
business advantages they are prepared to offer.
Charleston Ne,es.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1869-07-01

to bring fresh meat to that market from Texas
The entire hold of their vessels is lined with nom
conducting felt; and by chemical means cold
below the freezing point will be kept up. The
first vessel, which sails for Texas next week. will
be able to bring 400 tons of carcases, and land
them at New York twelve days after they are
Killed.
AN English chemist claims to have discover,
ed method by which he can convert human
body into solid stone. This will do away with the
necessity of sculptors. When we want statue Of
great man, We have only to wait until he dies,
then turn him into stone, and ''set him up" Pro-
badly this English chemist has discovered the ma
terial with which men secure to themselves 'hinty
hearts, and "hard cheeks"
I'm Massachusetts, recently, law went into
effect which provides that any baggage MASTER ex.
press agent, stage driver, hackman, or other per.
son, whose duty it is to handle, remove, or take
care of the baggage of passengers, who shall vii
fully or recklessy injure or destroy any trunk, va
lise, box, package or parcel while loading, deliver,
ing or storing the same, shall be punished by a
fine not exceeding fifty dollars. A similar law
might be useful in South Carolina.
--According to a work recently published by
Mr.. Henry v Poor, there we're in operation in all
the States on the lst day of January, 1869, A..
255 miles Of railroad line, the cost of which, at
s44, 900 per mile equaled sl,sOO, 100000. The
total amount of net tonnage transported over then,
for the year equaled 100000 tons, having a
value OF $40, Az, ,25O, 0oO-a equang six times
their cost, and more than four times greater than
the whole amount of the national debt
"A blind horse wandered into White river at
Indianapolis, and getting beyond his depth, swan
around in circle, trying to find his way out. His
distress attracted another horse, not far away on
the bank, who first went to the waters edge and
tried to direct the blind horse by neighing Failing
in this he took to the water and swan out to his
relief, and after swimming around him for nearly Q
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1869-06-16
pOCKBRIDGE ALUM SPRINGS, Va.
OPEN MAY Is, 1859.

This favorlte and celebrated SUMMER RE-
of guests.
Some important improvements have been added
To the buildings since the establishment passed
Into the hands of the present proprietor. and 1t is
his purpose to keep 1t in s:y! not surpassed any
where in Virginia
The remarkable medicinal and curative power of
The water is well known to the medical profession
anu 10 the springs going public. As an ALTE-
RATIyE, 4 DfFFUSIVE STIMULANT, AND
TONIC, there Is no known mineral water equal ~
IT, In all anRmic conditions of the system and
broken-down states of the constitutions loss OF ap-
petite and general nervous prostration, its powers
ana virtue as RESTORATIVE may be safely pro-
nounced TO be without known rival amongst the
mineral waters Of the world
They are especially Indicated I'm the whole class
OF ailments peculiar to the female constitution
Inc proprietor Will have provided for the lawns
ana bathroom q Irst-claSs band Of music, aud In
general all the sources OF amusement and recrea-
tion usually found at our best summer resorts will
DC az the command of the guests at "RoCk-
BRIDGE ALUM
The place Is within eleven to thirteen hours Of
richmond, Washington, Baltimore. &c. by rail- :
al In daylight. Passengers leave the cars OF the
chesapeake and Ohio railroad ut Goshen depot
ana new and elegant stace-coaches, passing ra-
piIiy over : smooth and level road of only eight
miles set down the visitors Ut the Springs TO tea
De associated with the management of the Springs
| and viii be glad to see their friends
JAMES A. FRAZIER. Proprietor
THE ROCkRRlDGE WATER,
qualities as when drank 1t its fountain-head, Is
Kept for sale at the well-known houses of Messrs.
rURCELL, LADD Il Co., Druggists. Richmond,
va: NJ. A. &c G. \. SANTOS, Druggists, Nor
folk, Va; and WooDRurF 4 Co., Lynchburg,
tiers OF eminent physicians, with a few certificate
| out OF many OF tho wonderful cures effected b!
these waters. my l2-tJyl
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1869-06-16

The negroes do not behave as they should
when they attend meetings which are known
to be called by white men. They arc treated
not only with consideration, but kindness
And yet they interrupt the speakers by
questions very generally irrelevant and often
rude. They further interrupt by exclama'
tons offensive and barbarous.
Now, they should know better. If they
choose to follow the bad advice of corrupt
white knayes who seek the offices of the
State through their votes. they might al
least abstain from provocation and insult to-
wards their own white people. 1t is very
important to them that they be more con
Sidcrate and better behaved. They never
have been interrupted in any of their meet
ings in this city, and it would be well fol
them to remember this.