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Mai. VIM. T. Gary.

The nomination of our talented young friend
for seat in the next Congress, (which first ap-
peared in our columns two weeks ago, seems to
meet with hearty approval wherever he' is
known. The Chester Reporter, although out
side of this Congressional District, has warmly
seconded the nomination, and declares "that
Mai. GARY stands second to none the young
men of the State in independence of thought and
boldness of action" The Columbia Phenir
endorses the language of the Edgefeld Adrer-
tiser: 'Maj GARY's character, abilities and
name are worthy of the highest consideration" J"
These expressions are truly deserved by the re-
cipient Of such high compliments, and whether
or not he enters the field as an aspirant for
Congressional honors, it must be gratifying to
Maj. GARY, and to all of his personal friends,
that this nomination has called forth such
splendid encomiums. We are unable to state
whether or not our friend will consent for his
name to be used as a candidate for Congress,
but presume that he will be heard from at an
early day.
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DEATH OF Col. JOHN d. WILLIAMs-The
Laurensville Herald announces the death of
this valued and respected citizen of Laurens,
which occurred on the 25th of June. His age
was upwards of seventy years, and his long and
useful life was spent entirely in his native Dis
trict. Says the Herau:
Col Williams was successful planter, in fact,
successful in all his business engagements, and
by great energy and sound Judgment, accumu-
lated splendid fortune for this part of the
country, which was literally devoted to the ip-
tercsts of his District, the State, and the entire
South.
He had the confidence of his felow-citizens,
represented them in the Legislature, and in the
Convention of 1S60-G1, which led the South in
the great Secession movement He was man
of great will and force of character; upon all
questions of public concern had decided views,
and boldly and vigorously pressed them.
He was strong in his attachments, true to
his friends, loved his neighborhood and Dis
trict. South Carolina never had son more
intensely devoted to her interests, her honor
and fame. His ample means were ever availa-
bic to public enterprises and noble charities.
The loss of such man is public calamity
He was a grandson of Col. James Williams,
who fell at Kings Mountain, 1850, in the war
Of independence.
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Air Line Railroad.

From the Atlanta Intelligencer, and from the
delegates appointed by the Town Council OF
Anderson who were present, we learn that the
meeting of stockholders in this Road was held
in Atlanta on the 2Sth of June, according to
the call of the President. A proposition was
made to consolidate the Georgia and South
Carolina companies, which was accepted by the
stockholders and the name of the consolidated
companies changed to the Richmond and At
lanta Airline Railroad Company" The In
tellsgencer says that "the meeting was harmoni-
GUS and general satisfaction was expressed with
the union" The following gentlemen compose
the new Board of Directors:
A. S. BuFoRp, President; A. AUsTELL, S. B.
Hoyr, A. MURPHY and E. P. HOWELL, At
lanta, Ga; E. NJ. JOHNSON, Hall county, Ga.
J. W. HARRISON and j. P. REED, Anderson,
S. c.; w. K. EAsLEY, Greenville, S. G.; GA
BR1EL CANNON, spartanburg, S. G.; R. Y.
McADAM, Charlotte, N. c.. W. Y. SUTHER-
LINE, Danville, Va, and J. WILCOX BROWN,
Baltimore, Md.
1t is understood that the corps of engineers
are now engaged in locating the route from
Charlotte to Spartanburg, and that sub-con-
tracts are being let out on that portion of the
line. When this work is completed, probably
six weeks hence, the engineer corps will pro-
ceed to re-survey the route from Spartanburg
to Gainesville, Ca, and the permanent location
of the Road will be determined by this survey.
1t is matter of doubt whether the Air Line
will come to Anderson, but we understand that
a resolution was adopted requiring its location
near this place on certain conditions, namely,
that the cost of construction will not be very
largely increased, and that the people of shis
county will redeem the pledges heretofore made
in their behalf to assist the company by sub
stantial material aid. The question of its loca-
ton here, then, depends in very great meas
ure upon the proposed survey, in the first in
stance, and next upon the action of our people
towards assisting in the construction of the
Road AS to the latter we have never doubted
the ultimate result when the question is fairly
placed before them, as we are confident that the
citizens of Anderson are fully alive to the impor-
tance of this project. Having been engaged in
the furtherance of this enterprise from its in
ception until the present time, we know that
they will not falter in their duty to secure its
advantages and benefits under the favorable
auspices now attending the work. 1t is stated
that the Road will be completed within two
years.
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Fourth of July. .
years.

At an early hour on Monday last, it was ap-
parent that the colored people were intent on
observing 'the glorious Fourth" as holiday,
and that large numbers were congregating from
the country. No preparations had been made
for celebration of any character and the OBJ
iect of such an influx of laborers was left 10
conjecture. Since emancipation, it has been
their custom here to engage in apublic demon
stration of some sort, but all preparations to
this end had been omitted, and consequently
there was nothing to do besides strolling about
town and standing around the public square. 1t
was not long, however, before it was apparent
that the majority were intcrestedn in some subject,
and groups here and there were discussing the
absorbing theme. Several prominent negroes
were going hither and thither, and engaging
their fellows in earnest conversation We
ascertaincd that their activity had reference to
prospective nominations rs candidates for the
Legislature, and that there was quite q host OF
aspirants for legislative honors Towards noon,
one of the most prominent colored men began
talking politics in front of the Court House,
and becoming animated with the subject, he
mounted the steps and harangucd an audience
of white and colored people, until the Sheriff
announced the public salcs which interfered
with his speech and deprived his hearers OF
further enjoyment. We learn that this speaker
was one of the proposed candidates for the Leg
islature, and was holding forth in advocacy of
the policy to overthrow the carpet-bagger' and
set UP for themselves, and as measure to this
end, he suggested that the votes of the colored
people be cast for men of their own race.
Not long after the sales were concluded, we
observed a considerable crowd on the public
square, and going in that direction, we found a
group of negroes around white man, who was
talking in low tone and earnest manner to
those Immediately about him. 1t seems that
the subject of conversation here was the Radi-
cal nomination for Congress, and the respective
merits of Judge HoGE and Col. R. B. ELLIOTT
(colored) for the position. The white Radical
was pressing the claims of HoGE, we believe,
and his colored hearers were intently listening.
From some cause, the crowd broke up and NOV
ed towards the school-house, where the gentle
man aforesaid addressed them at length in ia
vor of HoGE We do not know the effect pro-
duced by this speech, but the signs are rather
against the Ohio carpet-bagger.
Altogether, the day was passed in the dis
cussion of politics and politicians. 1t gives us
pleasure to state that the colorcd people main
tained perfect order and sobriety, and quietly
departed for their homes at reasonable hour
in the afternoon.
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SENTENcED.-Our readers will remember the
case reported below, which was tried at Abbe-
vile last week. We copy from the Press and
Banner
On Tuesday morning was taken up the case
of the State against Charles w. Smith, indicted
for grand larceny in stealing photograph al.
bum, belonging to member of the family of
Col. Sam'l Donnald, of Donnaldsville The
prisoner was one of travelling circus company,
and was arrested for the theft at Anderson c.
H., in March last, and has been in close custody
ever since. He alleged that he had received
the album from a colored man as the price of
admission to the circus. But possession Of the
stolen property afforded too strong presump-
ton of guilt to be thus overcome. 1t also ap-
pearcd in evidence that he had once before
been in the Anderson Jail under a criminal con-
viction. No effort was spared by his able coun-
sci, Gen. MCGOWAN, i'll his behalf, but proved
unavailing
The prisoner was sentenced to twelve months
hard labor in the pcnitentary. His Honor
stated that it was the first case in which he had
been called upon to sentence to the pcnitcn-
tiary for stealing an article of so small value
to the prisoner-an album which, however val
liable to Others to him was worth only some
three or four dollars.
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Bg We are in receipt of dolorous news con.
cerning the President of the Loafer'S Club
now sojourning at the Springs. Hewas sitting
on jury in Trial Justices Court, at last ac'
counts, and is actually making expenses We
submit that this is sufficient cause for his i'm,
mediate expulsion from the respectable body
over which he lately presided, as no member
should be allowed to infringe upon the princi'
pies of the order by earning money at the ex-
pense of his reputation as loafer.
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Executive Committee of the Union Reform
Party,

CAMDEN, S. c., June 90, 1870
The following gentlemen are appointed the
Executive Committee of the Union Reform
party, in pursuance Of the resolution of the Con-
vention:
J. B. Kershaw, of Kershaw.
William Wallace, of Richland.
William T. Gary, of Edgefeld.
S. P. Hamilton, of Chester.
E. w. Seibles, of Richland.
J. P. Thomas, of Richland.
Henry McIver, of Chesterfield.
Y.J. Pope, of Newberry.
Henry Barnes, of Edgefeld.
J. A. Hoyt, of Anderson.
Henry Buist, of Charleston.
Jonas Byrd, of Charleston.
William Wallace, of Union.
The members of the convention are reques-
ted to meet in Columbia on Wednesday eve
ming next, 9th of July.
VIM. M. SHANNON, President
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Commencement in Due West.

AS many of our citizens usually attend the
interesting exercises at Due West, occurring
upon the Annual Examination and Com
lnencement of the institutions of learning at
that place.. we will briefly note down the pro-
gramme of exercises, as announced in the A
r. Presbyterian.
The examinations will begin on Thursday
7th of July, (to-day,) and continue until next
Tuesday. The Baccalaureate Sermon will be
preached on next Sabbath by Rev. JOHN T.
IVIeHrMAN, of Charleston. The Commence
ment in Exkine College takes place on We'd
nesday, 18th of July; the exercises to begin al
10 o'clock a. ILL.,. and closing in the afternoon
with an Anniversary Grafton by Prof A. p
PIFER, of Newberry. On Wednesday night
the Alumni Address will be delivered by R. r
HEMpH1LI, Esq, of Abbcville, and the Alum
me Essay read by Miss CARRIE AULL, of New
berry. The Commencement in Due West Fe-
male College will take place on Thursday, 18th
July-the exercises to begin at 81 o'clock a. m
The Anniversary Grafton before the Amelian
Society of the Female College will be delivered
by Col. w. Fl. CAMPBELL, of Greenville, on
Thursday. The exercises in each College will
close with the comforting Of Degrees and adj
dresses by the Presidents of the respective in
stitutions. &c
Arrangements have been made by which per,
CONS attending the Due West Commencement
will be passed over the G. & c. Railroad for one
fare. going and coming.
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A CARD.-A rumor having been circulated
through the State to the effect that in conse-
quence of the resignation of the President OF
the South Carolina Monument Association the
operations of the Association would be discon-
tinued, the officers Board of Directors desire to
state that they have no idea of abandoning the
sacred cause they have undertaken. Indeed,
they feel that the loss of so valuable CO.
worker as Mrs. McCord should only stimulate
them to renewed diligence; and they would ap-
peal to South Carolinians everywhere to rally
to their assistance in this great work. Their
success hitherto has been most encouraging,
and they hope ere long to raise monument to
the defenders of our freedom and our homes
worthy of the glorious past Of South Carolina.
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MILITIA ORGANIzATIoN-The Governor has
accepted a number of white companies, in va
rious portions of the State, as part of the mill,
tia organization. We deem it worthy of the
serious consideration of our young men, wheth'
er or not one or more companies of white men
should be organized in this county. Four com
panies comprise the quota of Anderson, and
at least two of these companies, in our judg-
ment, should be composed of white men liable
to militia duty. The Columbia PhCnir has
the following paragraph on this subject:
Our opinion having been asked on the sub
icct, we have no hesitation in advising our
white fellow-citizens throughout the State to
organize under the present militia laws of the
State. The colored people are organizing in
every County. Let separate organizations Of
whites be formed We maintain that separate
organizations would be best. A mixed organl-
zation would be distasteful, and by proper dis.
cplinc on the part of the companies, white and
colored, no collisions need occur. We learn
that the State authorities have exhibited no
disposition to put any distractions in the way
of separate white volunteer organizations. We
regard it the duty of the whites to form volun-
tecr military companies. 1t is their right so to
do and if so disposed, they arc entitled to be
received. Whatever of distaste there is con-
nected with the subject, it is the duty of the
good citizen to make sacrifices for the public
good We advise this organization, because we
deem it promotive of peace, order and security
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sS- A sample of Oats has been left at this
Office by Mr.. JASPER HEMBREE, Steward OF
the Poor House. They are of the Egyptian
variety, and were introduced here some years
ago by the late Judge WHITNER, and hence
Mr.. HEMBREEs styles them "Whitner Oats" He
has been sowing this variety several years, and
is we'll pleased. The sample in our Office meas
uresover six feet, and the heads indicate an
abundant yield.
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Trial Justices.

We learn from the Columb..a Phenir that
Gov. ScoTT has made the following appoint
ments: Messrs. RICHARD w. SIMPSON and
THos n. RUSSELL, of Anderson county, Trial
Justices. Mr.. SIMPSON resides in the Bishops
Branch neighborhood. and Maj. RUSSELL in
the vicinity of Equality. These are excellent
appointments of his Excellency, and will give
general satisfaction to the people of their re-
spectiye neighborhoods.
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PosT OFFICE REGULATIoNs.-We are au-
thorized to state that the following rules are
observed at the Post Office in this town, con-
trary to the wishes of the accommodating gen.
tlemen in charge:
When you call at the Office for your mail
and the postmaster hands it out, ask him il
that is all.
If you ask for mail and he tells you there is
none, tell him there ought to be- and go home
and send the rest of the family around to ask
at different times through the day.
Don't bring your mail to the Office until the
mail Closes then curse the postmaster for not
unlocking the mail bag and putting your letter
in.
When you want stamp put on your letter,
tell the postmaster to put in on; if he don't
lick it you lick him. In case you put the
stamp on yourself, soak it in your mouth long
enoug to remove all the mucilagc. 1t will
then stick till it is dry.
Be sure to ask the postmaster to credit you
for stamps, and if he has any accommodation
about him he will do it.
If you have box, stand and drum on it un-
til the postmaster hands out your mail; il
makes him feel good, especially if he is wait
ing on some one else.
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The Spartanburg Spartan announces the
death of Mr.. James Anderson, ST., at his resi-
dcnce on Tiger River, in the s7th year of his
age. He was probably the oldest native citizen
of that District, and was highly esteemed as an
industrious, prudent and excellent man. He
was member of the Presbyterian church, and
liberal supporter of all its interests His loss
is seriously deplored, as such men are seldom
found in any community
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= The Sullivan Manufacturing Company
has been organized at Fork Shoals, in Green
vile county DR.. James NJ. Sullivan is the
President, and VIM. Perry, Esq, of Pcndleton,
One OF the coe
prise, point to success in this undertaking.
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MARION CREsENr.-This journal has made
its re-appearance, and is now printed in hand
some style. The Office was destroyed by fire in
February last, and the proprietorhas obtained a
new outfit. Its bright resuscitation augurs we'll
for the future, and we wish it permanent and
enlarged success.
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My- South Carolina bonds were quoted in
New York on Monday last-old 80; new 81.

aa- We are informed that an extra train
witlrunfron Anderson to Walhaila on Mon
day next, 11th inst, leaving Anderson at 7.SO
o'clock a. M 1t will be remembered that Court
begins at Walhalla on Monday.
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barriers of prejudice which kept the colored
people aloof; and if the example Is followed
elsewhere, and attended with the same exhibi-
tion of kind spirit, it will not be difficult to
foretell results.
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Ia We direct attention to the advertisement
of the Great Fair of the South Carolina Insti-
tute, to be held in Charleston on 1st of No
vember next. Send for premium list, which
can be had upon application.
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- The Baptist State Convention meets in
GreenvilIe on Thursday, 2Sth of July.
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THURSDAY MORNING. JULY Z, 1870.

AGENTS FOR THE INTELLIGENCE.
WALKER EVANS & CocswELL. Charleston, s. c.
JOHN T. SLOAN, jr., Columbia, S. C.
W. II. B. TODD, General Agent.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1870-02-21
E,Oreipfn News.

The arraisn,nent Of Prince Pierre BOnapartG
by the High Court Of Paris is upon the charges
of voluntary homicide upon Victor Nor and
for having attempted the death OF Ulrlc de
Fouyielle. The article OF the penal code which
Furnishes these offences provides Tor death IN
case of conviction, the Court,ln case OF eXtenua'
ting circumstances having the power to lessen
The sentence two degrees. L. IS generaily De
Geved that on the plea OF self detenca the
Prince will be acquitted. The Court will meet
on the 2lst of March.
La Marsellaise announces that owing to pro
| secutions threatened, the name of ROchcort
will not appear in that journal hereafter. The
name of Dangerville is printed as cfllel editor,
| but it is understood to be Il cover Tor ROche-
fort. who will continue 20 direct the paper. An
additional tinc of 1000 francs has been imposed
| upon La Marsellaise. Thirteen persons, in ad-
dtion to those previously reported, have been
sentenced for participation In the recent riots.
The London Saturday Review notes APPROX,
ingly the acceptance Of Gladstone's Land Re-
form bill by the Irish members Of the Com
mons. The writer thinks the Irish people will
also accept it, unpaaable though it may be,
as the first instaimcnt OF the leform.
The Spectator thinks Eugland might let
Canada be independent, but that country is as
reluctant to surrender her Empire AS the u. 5.
was to surrender the Southern Coniederacy.,
The Irish National press still denounce the
new Land BILL The nunuery case OF Savln VS..
Starr has been settled. The ex.nun has re-
ceiyed back her dowry and each party pays its
own costs. The Observer is confident OF the
passage of the Irish Land Reform bill.
The Carlist committees in Lisbon are vlgor-
ously at work, and have lately extended their
operations to TIE Spanish frontier. Emissaries
from Spain and other countries are arriving
every day. They are generally well supplied
with money. Gen. Cabrera, the distinguished
Carlist leader, refuses to take command OF the
Carlist movement unless regular forces arc or
ganized and basis of operations decided upon.
The Emperia says Several Carlist chiefs
recently left France and entered the north OF
Spain" The newspapers pint letter from
the Duke Of Montpensler, who declares that
Spain is his country by tradition, adoption,
and affection.
The Carnival 10 Rome opened with the GUS
tomary ceremonies The number. Of strangers
who take part in the festivities is small, and
the scenes in the streets are not SO lively az
usual.
Placards against Papal infability we're
found on the walls last week, and were torn
down by the police as soon as discovered.
Tho Prussian Reicbsrath has been the scene
Of animated discussions during the past few
days on the policy of Count Won Bismarck.
lie was bitterly attacked by many Of the men
bers. The old officers OF the North Parliament
have been re elected.
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WASHINGTON Ms.--Two cases Of relap
sing fever have occurred in Washington within
the past week in crowded tenements.
Charles w. Boteler, esq, prominent citi.
zen, while sitting In bis room at his residence,
on Missouri avenue, about eleven o'clock last
night, was struck with paralysis and has re,
NAMED inseusble since that time.
There sre now TWO colored women entered at
Howard University for the study of law Their
names are Charlotte E. Ray, of Maryland, and
NJ A. Cary OF Michigan.
Almost a panic occurred in Walls Opera
House on Saturday night during the perform
auce, by s,me one thowing a lighted match
into stove in which lot Of waste paper had
been placed. Quite smoke was occasioned,
and cry of fire was raised. The audience
rose en- masse, and were forcing their way pcl-
nell TO the exits, but by the efforts ofthe po.
lice and others, were quoted 10 time to prevent
any accident. 100, ,..s ..,
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MOUNT VERNON We understand that the
homo of Washington will present additiona
attraction for those who visit it on the anpiver
sary OF the birthday of the Father oil bis Coun
try. A suit of clothes and lock OF his hair
will be exhibited to the public for the first time.
When Mount Vernon was purchased by the
Mount Vernon Association, the hope was en-.
.tertained OF seeing it made the receptacle OF
all. the t.relcs' associated with his memory
but until now. this hope has been 10 vain We
trust to, seeths day, however, when everything
appertaining to Washington will be collected
at This sacred spot, Wash. Chron.