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The Lincoln County herald., 1872-07-17

A WONDERFUL GRAPE VINE. Among
the innumerabe wonders Of the Pacific
Slope the mammoth grape vine Of Santa
Barbara, California, deserves notice.
Seventy years ago it was the riding.whip p
Of Spanish donna. one Of the earliest
settlsrs:of Santa Barbara, presented to
her by her lover. Now it spreads its
branches over an area Of more than Eve
thousand square feet, and produces an.
nually from ten to twelve thousand
pounds Of grapes. Beside it grows an
offspring vine, twelve years old, fully as
prolific as the parent stem, and with their
branches intertwine these of q very fns
fg tree. The donna who formerly owned
this vine and the land on which it grows
died recently at the ripe age Of lO5
years. Before her death she conveyed
this portion other property to Mr.. Sewer,
of Canton, Ohio, who proposes to give
the vine the care it very much needs
The grape vine 10 said to be twice as
large as the famous vine at Fontainbleau,
in France, and larger than any found
among the villas in the vicinity of Rome.
Altogether, it is one Of the wonders OF
the world, and affords q striking example
of the wonderful vegetable growth OF
the Pacific coast.
For fair illustration Of the depth Of
atjsct meauness to which Q man may
stoop for official favor. We commend the
reader to a letter. written by Senator
Spencer Of Alabama. This shameful
crawling epistle, written year ago, ex-
hibits the senator in the light of u pro.
administration senator, who is ready to
carry Alabama for Grant; to give Grant
the Republican party in fee simple; to
do anything that the Presi lent would
have him, provided only that hs shall
have as much OF the federal patronage
az Senator Warner was used to have
That gentleman, he declares, had five
sixths Of the patronage in the State. ant
yet, he continues, though have but ,
little my friends support me His allu
sion to his compact with the President
and his declarations that he has carried
out his part of it, only shows how ou1
model civil service is used by the grsa
reformer himself, who 10 not above max
ing bargains which include services OF
one side and gifts Of Office on the other
Tribune.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

THE LABOR Reform CANDIDATE.-
The first step has been taken in the Pres
idential contest by the Labor Reform
party. OF this the Washington CORES
pondcnt of the Courier writes:
"The nomination by the National La
Dor Convention at Columbus, Ohio, yes
terday, of candidates for the Presidency
and Vice-Presidency, is'a matter which
may prove to be one of great political
importance. The Convention tOrcstatled
the expected Rrtion Of the Liberal Re
publican Convention, to be held i'll Gin
cinnati on the first day of May next, ny
nominating Justice David II. Davis, Of
Illinois, for President, and Joel Parker,
of New York, for Vice-President. This
is all admirable selection, and while it
suits the Liberal Republicans. 1t falls IN
with 9he passive policy of the Democrats.
Judge Davis is undoubtedly the choice
of democrats here who favor the passive
policy 1t is almost certain that the
Cincinnati Convention will nominate
tho same ticket-Davis and Parker.
= .tJustice Davis is Republican 80 fur
as the Union and the Constitution are
concerned: and Democrat in regard TO
the Interpretation of the Constitution,
and the actual administration Of theI
Government under it, Then he has the
advantage of large wealth, and will not
be exposed to the temptations which
wealth. whether private or corporate,
might offer to President. Again, too,
he has the advantage of national po-
sition in regard to sectional interests
He has an equal claim upon Massachu-
sets, Maryland and Illinois. Thus, he
represents the Eastern, Southern,ss and
Western section Of the country" =
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

MArnIMoNIAL.-Too our friend Col. J.
Townes Robertson, Of the firm of Mil
Ter d Robertson, we beg leave to tender
in advance our best congratulations up
on a certain suspicious event which is
to come Off this evening, and which
whilst uniting him to one of the love
licst of her sex will make him the hap
piest Of men. Unless the Fates prove
adverse, the Colonel will lead to the
alter this evening Miss Eugenia Miller,
of Lowntesville; and the beautiful GER
emony Of the Episcopal Church, will
biud 1.-The silken which unites two
willing hearts. We will soon, we trust,
have the pleasure Of congratulating in
person Benedict, the married man" "
and the fair bride, who has captirated
our friend. Happy greetings, and a
blissful future attend them.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

s.
TIE ALABAMA CLAIlls.-The Eon.
Reverdy Johnson, former Minister to
England, in recent speech says. j..
"Now, gentlemen, neither T nor Mr..
Adams AItd erer heard about indirect
damages at his stage Of the negotiations
nothing further Aan indiriel"at losses
of the citiscas Of the Uaited States
There uKls not Il Word abiding to co'ase-
qHentitI or indirect damages ~ the an
arwctions to either Of u.s." -.-'er-
Hiss advice is rs follows:
"The best thing we can do in the mat
teY is to aitkordW the demand for iRdi-
rect damages. England never contem-
plated their entertainment much less the
reference of such claims. We shall
gain by their abandonment, and make
our case in other respects stronger than
il is now. Let us leave this matter of
consequential damages for subsequent
negotiation" f..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

OWNERSHIP OF TIE SAVANNAH RIv
ERA question having arisen In the
Legislature as to the boundary line, be-
tween this State and Georgia, and the
jurisdiction of each State over the Sa-
wanna river, a joint resolution vas re-
Gently passed by our Legislature, ma
king it the duty of the Governor to. cor
respond with the Governor of Georgia,
and when his consent is gained, to ap-
point three Comm issioners on the part
of this State, to secure, if possible, re-
adjustment of the boundary line, and
obtain the privileges SO important to the
people of South Carolina.
"We are informed, says the Unton, by
persons who apparently know whereof
they affirm. that these negotiations will
be entered into by the citizens of Geor.
gia in friendly and liberal spirit, and
that we shall be able to secure all the
We ask.' ri
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

ATTEMPT UPON QUEEN VICToRIA's
LIFE.-The most authentic accounts of
the assault upon Victoria state that the
assailant was young Fenian. His pis-
tol was placed at the head of the Queen,
who bent forward to avoid the shot.
The pistol did not explode. The pris-
oner is incoherent. He says he endeav-
ored to reach the Queen during thanks
giving. Another account says he pre-
sented an unloaded pistol at the head of
the Queen, asking her to" '"Sign, or die'
paper which appears TO be
amnesty and pardon for Fenians. He
says his object WAS to frighten the Queen
into doing justice to Ireland. The
youths name is Alfred O'Conner.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Col. JOHN CuNk1SGHAM.-We are
pleased to see, says the LaureAsr'He
Herald, that the above named gentle
man has recently become connected as
Assistant Editor, with paper publish
ed in New York, called 1.-THE SOUTH"
Col. Cunningham's scholarly attain
ments, his long connection with the
press of Charleston, and his devotion to
his native section is sufficient guaran-
tee as 10 the value Of his services, not
only to the paper with which hc is at
present connected, but also to the entire
South as from his present standpoint
he il the better enabled 10 look after the
material interests of his native section,
to do which We are sure ho will NOT
only feel tia duty but a pleasure.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

THE BRITISH JUBILEE.-The 9th Of
February was observed by the British
nation a. a day Of thanksgiving for the
recovery Of the Prince Of Wales, and
the ceremonies in the city of London
were Of unusal magniiieenee. Some
four millions of spectators, it is estimat-
ell, viewed the procession which march
ed to and fsom st. Psul's Cathedral
where imposing religious ceremonies
were performed. Seats had been erected
fox the accommodation Of al audience Of
fourteen thousand persons before whom
sermon was preached by the Arch
bishop Of Csnterbery. The Queen and
Royal Family were enthusiastically
cheered.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

SALE OF MULEs.-We referred in our
last To the arrival here Of q fine drove Of
mules, from Kentucky, owned by Mr..
Z. II. Yoe, of Greenwood. The drove
consisted Of some thirty mules, and we
learn from Mr.. Yoe, that he has succeed
ed in disposing of The whole drove, ex-
cept one. Ee sold eight of the drove In
the neighborhood of Due West, and
thinks that he could easily have dispos-
cd of some twenty more to our citizens.
They have all given satisfaction. We
congratulate Mr.. Yoe upon his success.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06
LEGISLATIVE.

BY Joint Resolution OF both Houses,
the Legislature aljourns to-day.
The General Assembly seems at last
disposed in earnest to check the sppall-
ing growth Of the State debt. a joint
resolution has been introduced in both
houses proposing an amendment to the
constitution, to be submitted to the vo-
tiers Of the State for ratification at the
next general election. The amendment
reads
To the end that the public debt may
mot hereafter be Increased without the
due consideration and free consent Of the
people of the State, the General Assem-
bly, is hereby forbidden to create any
further debt or obligation, either by the
loan Of the credit of the State, by guar
antee, endorsement or otherwise, except
for the purpose of meeting its existing
obligations, or in and for the ordinary
and current business OF the State, with
out first submitting the creation OF any
such new debt, guarantee, endorsement
or loan of its credit to the people Of the
State at q general State election ana
unless two-thirds Of the qualified voters
Of the State vote on the question who
shall be in favor Of further debt, guar
antee, endorse ment or loan OF its credit,
none such shall be created or made.
In the present temper of the members
Of the Legislature, there is every ipdi-
cation that this all-important measure
will speedily pass.
In the House, the Metropolitan Police
bill has again been defeated by vote OF
rs to 16. .....
The following bills have been passed :
TO repeal an act to create debt ofthe
State of South Carolina, to be known as
the sterling funded debt.
To establish al inferior court for the
trial of criminal cases in Charleston
County.
To charter the Raleigh, Columbia and
Augusta Air Line Railroad Company.
TO provide for the construction of a
new courthouse in Richlsnd County.
In the House, the committee of ways
and means reported in favor Of the orig
lllal appIOpTiatlOu Diii, e'iio "S"AHS" .'iS
substitute or seventeen and half mills
tax bill. They recommended an appro-
priation of ten thousand dollars for the
organization of the militia, and twelve
thousand dollars for the support of the
Lunatic Asylum. They also introduced
q bill to levy tax of eight mills for the
State and three mills for the counties.
Tho following bills were passed to a
third reading:
A bill to reduce all acts and parts of
acts to determine and perpetuate the
homestead into one act, and to amend
the same.
A Senate bill to prevent certain officers
from buying, selling or shaving teach
ers' certificates, or other orders on school
!und
A-bill to charter the Greenwood and
Augusta Railroad Company.
A bill to alter and amend tue charter
If the town of Greenwood.
a bilL to incorporate the Abbcville AS
:!cllmral Socicty.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

THE BILL TO REFUND TIE COTTON
TAX.-This bill of which there has
been considerable talk, has been intro
duced in the House Of Representatives,
by Mr.. Mckee, who represents large
planting interest. The bill provides for
refunding in cash, or in bonds issued
for the purpose, bearing five per cent.
interest, the cotton tax paid after the
actual close of the war, in the years
1865, 'G6, '67 and '6s. It does not in
clude the tax paid in 1863 and 'G4, nor in
1865, before the proclamation of An
drew johnson declaring the war ended.
The ground on which the bill will be
urged chiefly is that the imposition of
the tax was unconstitutional and ut
terly unlawful.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

PATRONS OF HusBANDRY.-In an
other column, we publish the letter of
Col. Aiken, with regard to this organi-
zstion, and commend 1t to the favorable
consideration of d:r agricultural friends.
The organization is designated to pro-
mote unity of action, and general CO.
operation among its members. It's OBJ
jccts are entirely matrimonial, with no
political or religious tests for member
ship, and "a such commcnds itself to
tho public favor. r....
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

DEATH FROM EXrOsURE.-The dead
body of Romeo Williams a colored man,
was found i'll the public road about q
mile from the village, near the fork of
the Snake and Vienna Roads on Satur-
day morning last. 1t bad been exposed
20 the snow aud cold Of the preceding
night, which together with intoxication,
produced death. An inquest was held
during the day before r. r. Hemphill,
Esq, acting Coroner, and verdict rem
lereL in accordance with the above
iacts,
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

To OUR PATEoNs.-According to Gus
tom we make our annual appeal to all
Of our patrons who are indebted to rs
by subscription or advertising, that they
make payment at al early day. saleday
In January will be very suitable time
and we would be glad to receive visit
from our friends. Our expenditures nee
essarily involve heavy cash outlay,
and the money from our patrons never
somes moment too soon. Wetrust then
that they will respond with their accus-
toned liberslity, and enable us to 60 Oh
our way rejoicing.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

B@- A travelling correspondent Of the
Columbia Union writing from Abbeville
says 1.-THE owners Of the burnt square
will in very short time have handsome
erected. The lots are valued
higher, % per cent, than with the build
ings on them before the fire. The plan
of the new hotel will make a very hand
some building. Judge Orr expects to
hold court here three weeks. The col
Ored people in this county are very Or
derby. Il does not appear that there
ever was any Ku Klux organizations in
this county, ..,,.
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Patrons of Husbandy.
CoKEsBuRy, 8. c., Feb. 96, 1872.

COKESBURY, >. T., Feb. ~, lo12.
Editor Press and Banner ..,.,.s--
= Your readers have, at: one time or an
other, seen the announcement that the
tPatrons Of Husbandry'' were an organ!
ization, banded together BY mystic ties,
for the benefit of all parties directly In
terestedin the cause Of ofiagriculture. Du-
ring recent visit to the City Of fWasii-
ington, I took occasion to investigate
this subject carefully, and have no hes
itation In asserting that, as organized, it
can but be -of.incalculable advantage to
the planting, interest of our country,
North, South, East and West.
Having been. profiered a responsible.
positiou in the Order, accepted 1t solely
upon the grounds that it would be purely
agricultural. Experience has proven to
us it's virtues, and while would not ad
wise an organization IA Grange) of this
sort in any community. simply upon the
ground of curiosity, I dc not hesitate to
advise our planters and farmers to unite
and form Oranges everywhere; I'guar-
antce to them that just SO, soon, If ever,
that observe, any politics, sectarianisnn, /,
or other demoralIzing Influence obtrud-
ing itself into the Order, either through
the National or any State Grange, I will
expose the imposition, and protect my
fellow planters from injury Or loss. ~
You will observe, by the enclosed con-
stitution, that nine persons may organ
ize a Grange. Thirty persons is the max
imum number, ten of whom must be: :fe-
males, that may do the same, 1t is bet
ter to have the larger number at first, be-
cause the initiation fee for males in the
outset is only three dollars, and for fe-
males fifty cents : whereas, five dollars
for males and two dollars for females is
the ihitiation. fee to join an organized
Grange. >-o - ~
I am prepared to discuss the merits of
this Order before the public; and will
cheerfully go to any portion OF our
County, or indeed Of the State, where as
many as thirty persons desiring to or
ganize a Grange may wish to be in
formed on the subject. Apart from the
social feature of the Order, our people
will be astonished to learn the practical
advantage acoruing from it in many Of
the Northern States, and in more than
one OF the Southern. A careful reading
of the constitution will disabuse the
mind of the Capitalization suggested by
the name National Grange" whence
emanate the controlling laws Of the Or
der; and convince every sceptic, who
believes in them there is strength, that
q National Head Is as necessary for the
successful working of the patrons Of
Hushandry,"" as it is for the vital exis-
tcnce of genuine Republicanism.
~.. Very truly, -..y.
=. x. '-. ~. -. D. WYATT AIKEN. .
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

PERsoNAL.-Dr. Richmond sold his
personal effects. here on. Monday last,
with view to his speedy removal to St.
Joseph's, Missouri. We regret to part
with the Doctor and family, and learn
that he has received flattering testimo-
malls from many of his former patients.
Our best wishes attend them ii1 their
new home. -
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

sI We learn, says the Pheniz, that
Mr.. John T. Sloan, Jr., of Columbia,
aud r. w. Walker, Of Washington,
have succeeded in establishing before
the Government the claim of Gen.
George W. Hodges, of Abbeyille, 8. c.,
for pension as a soldier of the war of
1912. We congratulate the General up
on this reception Of his claims, and feel
assured that the pension could not have
been bestowed upon q better, man. or
more worthy citizen, ...... .,.a
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

CAROLINA LIFE INSURANCE. CoAPA-
NY.-We direct attention to the card of
this popular Company, which is to BE
found elsewhere in our columns. 1t ID
q well established Southern Company,
with Davis and Hampton as lie officers,
and General Kennedy as the general
agent for the State. We commend
it to the patronage of our people.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

SALE DAY always bring crowd at
this season, and together with the Court,
lent more than ordinary life and hustle
to our streets. There were no public
sales, and the day passed of quietly and
orderly. The farmers are backward in
their operations but, unLcr the stimulus
of good prices are entering upon the work
OF the new year with becoming spirit.
Money seems to Le plenty, end tho peo-
pie generally prosperous. -
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Hr The employees upon the New
Court House and Post Office in Colum-
bia, have suspended work on the ground
that ten hours work per day is exacted
from them, when upon the, government
works in the Northern Cities only eight
hours work Ii required. 1t may be
doubtful what il the proper rule, but
whatever is adopted ought certainly
to be uniform. This is but justice. ,.t
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Ar The valuable building lot, on
the Northeast corner Of Plain and
Richardson street, formerly owned by
Major Thomas Davis, has been disposed
of through Messrs.. E. w. Seibels & Co.,
for the snug sum of Sle,40O.s There arc
alleys on the North and East sides. It
is to be hoped that the purchasers will
proceed at once to erect hotel and
public hall.-C0lum6io PhEair. W..
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

ILLNEss.-We regret that our young
friend, Mr.. Wm. G. Evans was suddenly
attacked on Sunday night, with a spas
modic affection. Of the chest, which for
a time threatened life. We are pleased
to announce that he is now Outof danger.
under the skillful treatment and kind
care Of DR.. Parker.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Snow STORA.-The heaviest snow
storm of the season occurred OH last Fri
day night, and the whole face of nature
was soon covered with the icy mantle.
On Saturday the weather was mild and
gcniul and the sunshine soon melted
the snowy covering. Since then high
winds have prevailed. March comes in
like lion to 80 out as lamb, We
suppose.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

VALUyLE PRoPERTY.-We learn that
the well known McIlWain Building atthe
corner of Public Square, has
been purchased from Mr.. Enoch Nelson,
by Mr.. Hugh Wilson, Jr., who contenl-
plates various Improvements in the
building. We feel assured, that the prop
.rty will suffer no detriment in. the
hands Of the present enterprising and
public spirited proprietor.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06
Wednesday, March 6, 1872

TERas.-Three dollars year, IN al
vance.
No subscriptions taken for q shorter
Ems than six months.
transient advertisements are charged
for At the rate OF ONE DOLLAR per inch
epace for the first insertion, and Fifty
CESrs fer each subsequent insertion.
A liberal deduction from the above
rates is made to persons advertising by
the quarter or by the year.
a@ All obituary notices and tributes
of respect are charged for at the usual
rates Of advertising.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

sA- We are indebted to the Commit
tee of invitation of the "EXcelsiOr Lit
crary Society,"" Of Newberry College,
for Il polite invitation to attend their
Anniversary Celebration on Friday
evening the Goth March. 1872, for which
they will please accept our thanks.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

RENOVATION yesterday, Mr.. and
Mrs. II. .Inman, left Abbeville for the
purpose of locating permanently near
Georgetown, S. c., where business in
terests requires the attendance OF the
former. We wish pleasantjourney to
their new home, and d happy sojoum
there. They leave many warm friends
behind them. .
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Town TAXEs.-See advertisement OF
the Intendant, Mr.. J. +. G. DuPre, an
nouncins that the tax books will be
open on Monday next for ten days, for
making returns and receiving taxes.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

nA. The family of Senator Hollings-
heud, of Abbeville county, who have
made this city their place Of residence
since the General Assembly has been ia
session, are about returning to Abbe-
ville.-C0iun16iG Union.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

Tax on the dollar, State Q mills, County
3 mills; Poll tax, S4,ss5.G0, Stale tax
sG5, ,0i0.53.4; total State tax $G9, ,02}. 53.4
County tax Sd ,GS0.l7.S; total taxes for
al purposes, sol ,GB.1.3.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

bJ- The Post Office Department di-
rects that, In oil cases, tie name OF the
county, ~ we'll ~ Slsrte and post office,
be written upon letters.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1872-03-06

BIZ" General Stolbrand, Superintend-
cnt Of Penitentiary, has discharged some
forty employees, OH account of failure Oh
the part of the General Assembly to
make the needed appropriations.