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The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

NEGRO BoHDs.-In the Baltimore
City Court on Saturday morning. Chief
Justice Scott filed all opinion in the case
of Samuel r. Rufinston, trustee of
Elizabeth kelton, vs.. Annie L. Davis.
This suit was brought on the 10th of
February, 1869, to recover the sum of
twelve hundred dollars and interest, al.
legged to be due upon the promissory
note of the defendant, made ut Char
lesion, S. c., March 10th 1861, anl
payable at eight months, with interest,
to C. K. Brewster or order, by him en-
dorsed, without recourse to the plaintiff,
as trustee, &c.
The defendant pleaded that the note
was given for the purchase of a negro,
and that an ordinance of South Carroll.
ma, passed 1868, made null and void
all contracts the consideration of which
was the purchase Of slaves.
The plaintiffs demurred, and the de-
murrer was sustained justice. The plain
tiffs were represented by Chancellor
Iuglis, late Of the Appeal Bench Of
South Carolina, and by j. Du Cue Fer
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

GLoRYl GLORY! HALLELUJAH.-
1t is rumored that Governor Scott is to
be elected United States Seuator from
South Carolina, iu the place of 7. j..
Robertson, aud will live in splendor in
Washington. lloo-ray! Anywhere,
auywhere-out of this State Char.
ieston Nc,os
A Periodical says that tall Eastern
girl named Short long loved big Mr.
Little, while Mr.. Little, thinking little
of Short, loved little lass named Long
To make long story short, Little pro-
posed to Long, and Short longed to be
even with Little's shortcomings. Sc
Short, meeting Long, threatened t;
marry Little before Long, which causec
Little in very short time to marry
Long. Query-Did tall Short love biz
Littlo less becaused Little loved Long
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

CuILDREN's ErIoUrrE Always say
"yes, sir, "no, sir" "ycs, papa" "no,
papa" "thauk you" mo, thank you,"
"good night" good morning" Use
no slang terms.
Clean faces, clean clothes, clean shoes
and clean 6nger-nails, indicate good
breeding. Never leave your clothes
about the room. Have place for eve
rything and everything in its place.
Rap before entering a room and new,
er leave it with your back to the com
pany.
Always offer your seat to lady or old
gentleman.
Never PVT your feet on cushions,
chairs or tables.
Never overlook any one when reading
or writing, nor read or talk aloud while
others are reading.
Never talk or whisper at meetings OF
public places, and especially in pri
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23
Why the Place Went Down.

Why the Place Went Down.
was riding past large farm few
days since in public conveyance, when
man remarked as he looked out" This
Mac, seems to take q red sorrel the best
of anything. l should rather bave it in
red clover.
Then followed some conversation be-
tween him and the driver with regard
to the owner ofthe property. Once he
Was offered eight thousand dollors for
j.; now it would not bring half the
money. The fences were all broken
down, the boards Of the barn were
swinging in the wind, the old plows and
warops stood about unsheltered in the
neglected barn-yard, and the house just
opposite was in keeping with the rest
"Thc old mans sous mostly hang a
round the old place, but don't seem to
do much toward keeping it up. They
ar: lazy lot. All three of 'em are at
home now living off their father. How
they live with their Families | can't see.
TLey never have anything to sell off
their place."
One could readily believe that, when
he took a survey Of the broad fields
which should have been covered with
waving grain,' but which instead were
red with sorrel. There sat the lazy
young men looking out on the pasesrs
by, as if they had no other business in
life. The old farmer smooked his pipe
and saw his valuable place going to
week and ruin, with the coolest indif-
ference. The women of such house
hold were We'll deserving Of pity for on
them fell the principal burden Of making
bricks without straw. In such a "sleepy
hollow" atmosphere, the most energetic
would feel lethargy creep over the
spirits, effectually checking all advance
ments.
Would you like to know the secret of
such thriftessness !? 1t was whiskey
barrel in the cellar.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

The PROFESSOR IN A FIX.-Some
student in one of our coIlcges being fire.
queutly annoyed by the nocturnal aud
iuouisitorial visits of professor, who
suspected them of playing cards, one
evening prepared kettle ofwush other.
wise called hasty pudding, and BY the
time was boiled, had seated themselves
around the table in the attitude of card
playing, waiting patiently for the we'll
known step of the professor. 1t was no
sooner heard than a large outside pocket
of one orthem was forthwith filled with
hasty pudding, and all were seated as
before. As soon as the professor had
opened the door, the student who was
loaded with the mush made sudden
sweep over the table with his hand, as if
to gether up the cards, aud with sn0th'
or motion apparently put them into the
pocket containing the mush. These
movements could not help being noticed,
as they we're Intended to be, by the pro-
fessor, who, considering them as pref
ty strong evi 'euce of guilt, broke out
with the following: well, young gen.
tlemen, Nv caught you ut last have II
why, yes, sir, We are all here
so see you are, and you have been
playing cards, too
NO, sir it is not So
1t isn't, ha! What have you got iu
you pocket, young mau?'
'Hot hssty pudding, sir
'Hot hss,y pudding, ha! hasty pud.
ding, have you? I'll has'y pudding you,
said the professor, at the same time
thrusting his hand half way to the elbow
into the hot hasty pudding.
The dolorous looks, the shaking ot
fusers, the groauiug and capels of the
professor, belong to the sphere Of imag'
patton, not desert ption.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

WHAT Does "SELAH" MEAN.-The
BiJliatheca .Sacra says: "The trans
lators Of the Bible have left tho word
Selah, which occurs so often in the
Psalms, as they found it; and Of course
the English reader often asks his min
ister or some learned friend has most
often been obliged to confess ignorance,
because it is a matter in regard to which
the most learned have by no means been
of one mind. The Largums, and most
of the Jewish commentators, give to the
word the meaning Of etcrnally, forever.
Kimchi regards it as sign to elevate
the voice. The authors of the Septu-
sgint translation appear to have regard
ed it as musical or rhythmical note.
Herder regards it az indicating change
of tone; Mstheson, a musical tone,
equivalent perhaps to the word repeat.
According to Luther and others it
mea ms silence Gesenius explains it to
mean, "Lct the instrument play, and
the singers stop. Wocher regards it as
equivalent to sur sum eOrda. Summer,
after examining all the seventy.four
passages in which the word occurs re-
cognizcs in every case IAN actual appeal
to jehovah They are calls for aid and
prayers to be heard, expressed either
with entire distinctncss, or, if not in the
imperative. "Hear Jehovah ! or Awake
jehovah and the like, still earnest
addresses to God that he would rcmem-
bcr and hear, etc"
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

CoMMENDABLE INDUsTRY.-Me are
;,formed that Mrs. Elizabeth Howell,
Of this County, aged eighty six years,
has spun, during tic year, yarn suthclent
to make 200 yards of cloth. During the the
last five years, it is supposed she mas mas
spun more than enough to make l ,9oo
y.rJ. An honor to this instance OF en-
ersv aud industry, which continues It's
usefulness beyond four,score.
Yorkvlte Enquirer.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23
NOTICE..

DePass & Hay are my Agents durirg
nv absence from the State. All my
papers are in their hands, arc parties
indebted to me will call upon them and
make settlements, or suit will be insti-
tuted against them.
STEPHEN G. CLYBURN,
Nov. 25.-tf. Admir-.
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MISCELLANY.
Gen. Butler on Reconstruct
tian-

ClOQ.
Butler has written long letter 10
Greeley. lie skins Greeley. He vows
his willingness to pardon all but the
leaders of the rebellion. He is as ran
,corous in his hatred of his enemies as
ever. He says, however:
Gall idea of punishment, either as
retributive justice for crime upon the
individual offender or example to deter
Others from like tleasons and felouics,
B went out when Greeley became surety
for Mr.. Davis.
All that remains now to the states
man is to see to it that every safeguard
is given to the loyal and true men OF
the South, white and black, who stood
by their flag and their countryin the
darkest hour ofits history, So that protcc'
ton ofperson and property and equalit, Of
political rights shall be assured. There
fore, in any action l may take in Con-
gress or elsewhere, shall have this end
in view. II in any of the insurrection-
ary States there has come upon the peo-
pie true feeling of accepting the sit
uation; of acknowledgment OF the su-
periority of the Government, of the
wrong and sin of the rebellion so that
love of the lost cause is not superior to
the love Of the country; that hatred OF
the negro does not overcome the hu-
manities of their religion, that proper
constitutional provisions to carry out the
true principle Of equality of all men be-
fore the law have been enacted and will
be preserved, am ready to welcome that
State into the Union, and take by the
hand in political and personal friend
ship, with the full assurance that 'by-
cones shall be by-gones,' any man, how
ever s.rogls he may have warred against
the Union, who has brought himself
back and aided in bringing his fellow
citizens back to this state of feeling to-
ward the country and this acknowledg'
ment Of the rights of ALL"
Butler abuses Georgia and Tennessee
in fine style:
II do not propose 10 restore to the
privileges of citizcnshihepd give poli'i.
cal power to every traitor and rebel who
fayors the fifteenth amendment if lam
convinced that he favors it simply fer
the purpose of getting such restoration,
and intends as soon as he obtains it and
gets where he feels himself beyond the
reach of Congress, to turn around ab'o-
gate the fifteenth amendment, as was
done in the case of Georgia with the
fourteenth, and oppress the colorcd men
and white loyal men Of the South,
whom am bounded in honor and By
every sacred tie to protect aud sustain
for their loyalty in the war. If any
citizen who has been a rebel will favor
the shcenth amcndent, and will enforce
1t from the heart because he believes 1t
right and just measure of constitution
al law, ana for him because of that
motive, and / see in his action safety 10
those who need it, and good to the
country. And if he will not do so, |
am for keeping him out of power, how
ever much he may profess to favor the
amendment" And much more Of the
same sort of talk.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

guson, Esq, promising young Char.
les,ouian, who has plaeticed law in
Baltimore for the lsst two years, and is
rising rapidly in the ranks of his pro,
fession. If Major Ferguson is as good
a lawyer as he was a soldier 10 more
need be said.-Daiy Neaos.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23
A DEVIL OF A MIsTAKE.-A gooe

A DEVIL OF A MIsrAKE.-A good
story is told of an old gentleman in
Southern State, who, being very i'll,
supposing that bis end was approach
ing, gave directions that an old slave
who had been very faithful to him,
should be called into his room. Sam
made his appearance, and with joyful
face drew near his master, expecting
that he was about to announce to him
bis purpose of leaving him free.
"You know" said the master, "you
have been a faithful servant to me'
Sam"
eyes, massa," he replied.
Poor Sam expected the next sentence
to contain his freedom. But said the
master kindly:
"You know Sam 1 always treated you
kindly"
ayes, massa, you did"
Sam was now all anxiety to hear, and
looked gratefully into the face of his
diving master, and waited TO hear the
charming word, "Freedom!' But what
was Sans disappointment when his
master said: In consideration ofyour
long anl faithful service, I have direct
ed in NY Will that when you die you
shall be buried by my side"
After long pause Sam replied:
"Me no like it indeed, massa, for
some dark night Debil come look isr
massa and take poor Sam.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

FATAL AcoIDENr.-We learn that
MIR. Burrcl Jones, living near Taxahaw
in this county, while engaged in fellns
timber on Thursday last, was struck on
the head with the fragment of limb
and instantly killed.--Lancdster Leefyer.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

NOTES FOR TUE LADIEs.-Ch'neso
fans and jewelry are all the rage, and
even Chinese braids arc in vogue, slight
ly modified, however, by being grace
fully hooped up.
Velvet mufs, bound with fur, arc
the latest novelty, aud promise to be
fashionable this winter.
i Large lace collars (such as our grand
1ASsctlre~sase to dou9 ara again in vogue
and when worn over alight silk dress the
effect is beautiful.
It a noticeable fact that real black
wells are coming in fashion.
Silver jewelry or silver ornaments OF
any kind, ore entirely out of date, they
havieg been superseded by gilt, Ro'
mau gold, and Chinese je"elry'
Evening dresses Of very light silks
v;l] he most worn this season-tartatan
and tul!e having been given over to
very young girls.
White plumes and cashmere open
cloaks are very fashionable. Stewart
has imported from Paris some that souc
beautiful.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

A famous judge came late to court
one day iu busy season, whereat his
clerk, ia great surpise, inquired of him
he reason. GA child was born,' his
honor said, "and I'm the happy sire. "
"An infant judge ?" "Oh, no, said he'
"as yet he's but a crier."
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

vate room, where any one is singing or
playing the piano.
BE careful to iniure no ones feelings
BY unkind remarks. Never tell tales,
make faces, call names, ridicule the
lame, mimic the unfortunate; nor be
cruel to insects, birds or animals.
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

THE GOLD FASHIONED MorHER.-
That old-fasbioned mother .-oae in all
the world, the law of whose life va
love; one who was the divinity Of ou
infancy, and the sacred presence in The
shrine OF our frs. earthly idolatry one
whose heart is far below the forests that
gather so thickly on her brow; one to
whom We never grow old, but in the
plumed troop or in tho grave council,
are children still one who welcomes our
ce ming, and never forgess us-never.
And when in some closet, some drawer,
some corner, she finds agarmcnt or a
toy that once was ours, how does she
weep, as she thinks wc may be suffering
or sad. Does tie battle of life drive the
waudercr to the old homestead at last ?
Her hand is upon his shoulder; her dim
and failing eyes are kindled with some
thing ofthe light of other days, as she
gazes upon his won and troubled face.
{ BE of stout heart, my son. No harm
can reach you here" But sometimes
that arm chair is set back against the
wall the corner is vacant, or occupied
by strangers, they seek the dear old oc,
cupant in the grave yard Grant you
never .bave! Pray God I never mayl
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

An Irishman, in recommending cow
remarked, She will give milk year after
wear without having calves. Because
she came Of a COW that never Auu a
calf
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23
In the Probate Court.
sOUTH-CAROLINA.
KERSHAW COUNTY.

Rob I. j. Love, aud as AuHl 7, W. III
Twitty and Margaret, his Wife, Rob
ert Smyrl and Nancy, his Wlie' ct al
Petition for Partition.
It appearing to my satisfaction, that
William X. Robinson and Harriet Rob-
inson, his wife, two Of the defendants
to the adovc Petition, are without and
reside beyond the limits of this ii, State
It is ordered, on motion of Shannon;
Solicitor for Petitioner, that the SAID
defendants do plead, answer or demur
to the said Petition within forty days
from the publication of this order, In
default whereof, an order pro confcsso
will be entered againt them.
J.F. SUTHERLAND, j. +.
Nov. 25. os
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23
REMOVAL!

The subscriber, feeling very grateful
for the past liberal patronage bestowed
upon him at his Old Stand, would re
specially announce to the citizens of
Kershaw, Lancaster, Sumter, Richland
and Fairfield Districts that he has re-
moved to his
The Camden journal. [volume] (Camden, S.C.) 1866-1891, 1869-12-23

Two urchins, "Tom," and "Jack, "
went to school for the first time. The
teacher asked "Tom' what bis name
was.
"Taum," was the reply.
"No, my boy, you should not say
'Tom,' but Thomas
"Taumas," repeated the boy.
"That's better. Now, my lac" said
he, turning to the other, whose face
suddenly frightened up with new con-
ceived idea, "what's your nameb"
"Jack as" replied the urchin, prompt
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-06
{'OSySUESS.

WASHINGTON, D.celAb:r III. scout
session CT the Forty frs; Congress assembled
to dav, there h.rg lsr.c'y over Il quOrurl IL
both Houses,
Comparatively !ew spectators were /" !he
g4erie-. -.
In the Senate, the credentials of Mr.. Morrill,
o. Maine, were presented, aud that gentleman
sSora ii.
TIE resignation Of Mr. Grimes, OF Iowa, tt
take fleet from to day, vas received.
A communication from the Secretary OF
State, vuc osiug the credentials OF the Senators
elec, rom ir,m Vrsieig vas resolved and lald
or tie table.
Mr. Cameron Presented numerously signed
petition from citizens OF Pcnnsy lvania, praying
| Congress to recognize the independence OF
| Cuba. Mr.. Cameron said that he favored the
recognition. The petition Was laid on the table.
Mr.. Drake intro luced bill, which Was read
the first and second times, and laid on the ia
be, preventing The Federal Courts from Ie
viewing any acts o Congress, and limiting aud
defining the jurisdiction Of the United States
Supreme Court In reference TO Congressional
acts which was made the order OF the day for
Monday next
Bills providing tor the Reconstruction Of
Georgia to enforce the l4th amendment in
that State: secure to her Republican form OF
government, &c, were m1de the order Of the
day for "Wednesday.
Bills FOR the removal of political disabilities
from various individuals in the States OF Ala
bama, Georgil, and Florida were presented.
Mr. Stewart, Of Nevada, introduced Joint
resolution removing the political disabilities
from all persons in the States which have
adopted the fourteenth AMI fife cnth amend
mcnts.
A bill to execute the laws against poygamy
in Utah was introduced.
A resolution of inquiry as to whether there
has been violation of the fourteenth amend
mcnt in any State was laid on the table.
Mr. Sumner introduced a bill repeating the
act granting to the United States Supreme
Court the right to issue writs of habeas corpus.
In the House Of Representatives several new
members were sworn in, among them S. S.
Cox, OF New York, and Buckley audB uck, Of
Alabama. Objection being made to the ad
mission of Messrs Sherard aud Dock, OF Ala
blma, they were requested to withdraw for
the present
Both Houses at one clock, after appointing
committees to wait on the President, took
recess for half an hour.
After the recess Mr. FArnsworta, of Illinois,
introduced a resolution in favor of the imme-
diato admission Of Virginia, but or motion o f
Mr.. Stokes, OF Tennessee, it was referred to
the Committee on Reconstruction.
The credentials of the three members from
Alabama no. sworn in, were referred to the
co-nmi,ton on nlrction
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1869-12-06
LOCAL NEWS.

COUNTY CoCRT. County Coutt 10
this county commenced its December term 70
day. The Cout, was composed CT Associate
Justice, pean, Bssch, AMI Corbctt.
Daniel F. Wilmer was appointed and quail
fed a, guardian Of J. Ashley Christina
Administration on the estate Of the late }
T. Close was granted 20 his widow. Anna Elzi
Clos. aud [. {. ONca, II. Buch'ey, L.. W
Cr.cker, Harry Bailey. aud }. ;. Steven4 ap
UuiEtci appraisers.
Com. John Wilson indictment 20: stealing
filuhor from tie !u:;u OF James Roach jury
Y, ri,et not gu.,ty
Christopher Hide vs. Wm. Stonuell--debt-'
appeal IRON justices dec;,oa-dismiS'io set
aside and rrirStated b. consent
Wiila. & DowQey v. MaSh'es Fletcher
un,aw'ul GetsI1er Yea not guilty -iur} -
verdict aud iudInclj AGAINST defendant
Hcosu Thompson roIored. qualified and
cav, bend "a constable i,r the fifth ruagiS erial
district
R.m>.y =, DeWa,; justices attachment
dockt'cd petition OF Green 4 Brother fled
claiming title 20 properly attached.
Duec1N James was exempted IRON pas ment
If "a 50 an over charge on county levy.
Ccm. ". George lla:rson-iVc indictments
COY violation o; inspection laws continued tor
tommOnw, aIrh till next term.
Ac:ouat # Sheriff Dr $l24 81; OF l.. |.
O'Neai, constable, for $23 60, and Oh S.W. Bow
l.-, 60, stable, tor $3.50 ordered 10 be certi.
fed tor payment
y ,urvcy by T. y. Carter, special surveyor
appointed by the Court 10 survey parcel OF
i,ui 10 this county purchased ty j. r. johns
ton 81, u sheriff sale II delinquent land, was
return d {, Eourt and ordered 70 6c recorded.
llqus,tu.s 90 The bodies OF Johu ", Ruid,
Eta Green aul D4uic, Inca, returned AMI
ordered To- b. fled
An appraiSmeut OF the estate of Maria &.
Jamti,on, deceased, was returned aud ordered
~ BE- recorded.
Report oi Commissioner West on the account
IF j. v Burke, executor Of Mary GI,en, auh
The 1 h scc;uut oi J. W Burke, guardian OF
li,ury ID ,jugcltie'd, were returued AMI ordered
20 liz oua m1nth Tor exceptions
"a mas ,jlviGs was appointed guardian OF
Wm T. aud F,or,uc' q. Walker.
ia" Court then adjourned till to mo,,ow
moruing at II clock,
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ROCERIES.

~
Having just returned from the North, where
|, with great care, have selected = very choice
lot of GROCERIES,, consisting of every article
found in the grocery line, l would invite
call from my friends and the public generally
In my stock can be found
Sugars, Teas and Cofftes. Of all grades.
Brsndies, Wines. Whistles, &c, Foreign
and Domestic.
Preserved Fruits, in cans and jars
Jellies Sauces, Catsups, &c.
American Pickles, in jars and bbls.
Also, Cross and B!ackwell's Pickles.
Flour-Fine, Super, Extra and Family.
Tobscco-Smokilsa and Chewing, of all kinds
Cigars and Cigarettes, of the finest quality.
Soaps-Common, Patent and Toilet
Syrups and Molasses.
Fine Salts in seeks, small bags and boxes.
Candles-Sperm, Adamantine and Iallow.
Vinegar-Common, Cider and White Wine.
Vegetables, in cans and jars.
Nuts-Walnuts Pecans, Almonds, &c
Boxed Fruits, such IS Ctron, Figs and Rais-
ms, in quarter, half and whole boxes also,
Seedless Haains, Dates, Mince Meat and Cur
rants.
A large lot of Wood and Willow Ware,
Brooms. Sc
Hams-Country ard Sugar. cured, covered
and uncovered.
Shoulders, Breast Pieces and Sides.
And every other article found il a hrst clss;
grocery store, and which l purpose to sell
CHEAP for cash. Give mo call.
GEO. l. SEATON.
nov lS-tf ITO King street.
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Police REPoRr-MAYoR's OFFICE. Mar
tina Madison, Lucinda Madison, Sanford Beach
and George Moore, were arrested on Saturday
night last by watchmen Jones and Cogswili
for disorderly conduct in Hammerdinger alley
They were all discharged but Lucinda Mad!
son and George Moore only were fined.
Howard Davis, tor disorderly conduct at the
house opposite the Brown Shed, arrested on
complaint of woman named Jennie JavinS,
by watchmen Phillips and Henry, was dismiss
ed by the payment of costs.
MAGISTRATES OFFICE.-A warrant was Is
sued for the arrest Of a colored man, named
Henry Smith. for stealing two bushels Of corn
from Mr.. j. b. Bowman, OF Fairfax county.
WATCH REPORT. Night dark and rainy
There wero no disturbances, no arrests by the
watch, and no dodgers at the watch house.