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The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1873-04-24
School Claims.


Our attention has been directed to the pro-
visions of the law regarding the payment Of
school claims, by which the County Treasurer
is restricted to the payment of claims accruing
after the lst of November, 1872 from the funds
paid over to him by the State Treasurer under
the apportionment of the levy of two mills, as
the appropriation was made for the support
and maintenance of common schools for the
fiscal year beginning at the time above speci-
fed. The duty of the County Treasurer is
manifest, therefore, and we make this expla-
nation for the benefit of all interested.
According to the present state of affairs in
this County, where the claims for the months
of January, February and March have already
exhausted the principal portion of the local
and poll taxes in the various school districts,
the claims for the months of November and
December will be paid at the earliest practica-
BILE moment from the funds appropriated by the
State. But as the Treasurer cannot &c behind
the present fiscal year, the claims for July,
August, September and October will not be
paid out of the State apportionment, and it
would be we'll for all interested to consider the
propriety of levying an additional tax, at the
annual meeting of each school district on the
last Saturday in June, to meet the deficiency
for the four months above specified. We throw
out the hint for what it is worth, as we are
anxious that the meritorious claims of school
teachers should not be neglected or overlooked
by the public, whom they serve faithfully and
ofttimes without adequate reward.
The fact that these claims are not to be paid
Immediately, however, should not deter the
holders from complying with the recommends
ton of the late convention of teachers and
trustees, by registering their claims with the
School Commissioner. And this should be
done promptly, that the officers may be en-
abled to present full statement of these out
standing claims to the annual convention of
teachers and trustees, which occurs early in the
month of June, we believe.
The School Commissioner informs us that he
is preparing circular, which will be issued in
few days, advising trustees fully upon various
matters connected with the public schools, and
we take occasion to urge the Importance OF
trustees acting upon certain suggestions of the
School Commissioner, as to the future manage
ment of The trusts confded to them, particular
y in relation to the attendance upon the public
schools.
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Masonic.
schools.

At a regular assembly of Wynne Council,
No. 4, Royal and Select Masters, the following
officers were duly elected and installed to serve
the current Masonic year, viz:
James A. I1oyt, Th. III. G. NJ.
J.B Clark, III. H. 7.
S. NJ Pegg, P. c. W.
&c. v. Borstel, Treasurer
A. P. Hubbard, Recorder.
John B. Moore, G. G.
w. w. Humphreys, Con.
NJ. Lesser, Steward.
Other important business was transacted, and
it was ordered that a special assembly be held
on next Monday night, for the purpose of in
struction in various matters pertaining to
Cryptic Masonry. Refreshments will be served,
and it is expected that every member of Wynne
Council, within convenient distance, will be
present on that occasion.
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The Blue RIDGE Scrip.

The decision of the Supreme Court of this
State, declaring the Blue Ridge Scrip uncon-
stisutional, has at last been filed, after months
of weary waiting and uncertainty. AL that
the taxpayers care to know is that the SUI
preme Court protects them from the payment
of this exorbitant demand, which was con-
ceived in fraud and brought forth in iniquity.
We confess to an agreeable surprise in this
decision, as vague hints have been floating
around that portended further evil and baser
corruption than procured the legislation, in the
first place. We are glad that the Supreme
Court stands above reproach in this matter,
and that its decision absolves the members
from grave suspicious, which would inevitably
attach to them were the decision in favor of
the scrip.
1t is fair to presume, however, that We are
not done with the scrip and that the Legisla-
sure will be asked to relieve the holders, at its
next session, by the passage of some measure
to reimburse their outlay. The concluding
paragraph of the decision itself suggests such
a course, and we extract it for the benefit of
our readers, viz: ''It is not within the province
of the Court to inquire into the consideration
which these relators may have paid for the
scrip, to see how far the State may be bound to
compensate them for loss incurred, as they
say, in contract into which they entered with
it on the faith Of the Act, which, as they con-
tend, expressed the terms designated by the
State ITSELF We are to decide the case before
us. If the issue of the revenue bond scrip by
the Treasurer involves the State in some obli-
CATION to the holders, which good faith requires
it to meet, the duty rests with the Legislature,
| not the Courts, to measure its extent and de-
clare the mode in which it shall be fulfilled"
Innocent holders there may be, whose inter-
ests are made to suffer by this adverse decision,
but the world w,is advised at the start that the
Act authorizing the issue of scrip was uncon-
stitutional, and for the most part the chances
were taken by spectators, with whomywe have
no sympathy. Hence, We cannot advise rene-
dial measures in the premises. 1t is out of the
question to separate the small class Of merito-
rious holders from the large majority of specu-
lating, grasping cormorants, whose venality
and selfshness would bankrupt the State, and
we trust the Legislature will firmly reject all
demands and overtures from the virtuous band
of scrip-holders, mainly composed of tinkering
financiers and irnportunate lobbyists, or their
successors.
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Important Decision on the Homestead
- Law

The Supreme Court of the United States has
decided very recently that the retroactive home
stead laws, lately enacted by the Legislatures
of Virginia, North and South Carolina, and
Georgia, are unconstitutional, and cannot apply
to debts contracted previous to the passage of
the said laws. This will work great hardships
in many cases, and possibly deprive thousands
of their homes, if the decision of the Supreme
Court goes to the length that is attributed to
that tribunal. In order to relieve the pressure
of pecuniary embarrassment, many of our
people will be forced into bankruptcy, which
seems to be the only salvation for those who
fall under this decision, as the recent declara-
tory act of Congress saves the homestead, and
guarantees its being set aside to the bankrupt,
exactly in accordance with the provisions of
the State. law. We give summary below,
setting forth the decision of the Supreme
Court, as contained in a recent issue of the
Raleigh IN. C.) Me'rs:
In 1868, the State of Georgia enacted law
Increasing the Homestead exemptions, and the
Supreme Court of that State, held that such
enlarged exemptions were good against all
debts contracted prior to 1868.
The Sheriff refused to levy on certain proper
ty of debtor, against whom judgment had
been obtained on an old debt, for the reason
that such property was exempt from execution
under the Homestead law. The judgment
creditor asked for writ of mandamus against
the Sheriff, to compel him to make the levy.
This was refused by the Judge, and the case
was taken to the Supreme Court of the United
States. Associate Justice Swayne, of that tri-
bunal, delivered the opinion of the Court a few
days ago, reversing the decision of the Georgia
Courts, holding that Homestead exemptions
cannot apply to pre-existing debts-being vio-
lation of that clause of the Constitution of the
United States which prohibits any State from
passing law that impairs the obligation of
contracts. 49,,
This decision in effect sustains Chief Justice
Pearson, of our Supreme Court, and Judge
Brooks, of the United States District Court,
both of whom have decided in cases brought
before them that the Homestead clause in
chapter tenth of the Constitution of North
Carolina, in so far as it exempted property from
execution against debts contracted previous to
the adoption Of the Constitution, is unconsti-
tutional and void
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county Treasurcrs in Limbo.

James NJ Allen, Treasurer of Greenville
County, has been arrested on the charge of
being defaulter to the State, at the instance
of State Treasurer Cardoza. Mr.. Allen was
formerly Senator from Greenville, but was de-
feated at the last election, and was subsequently,
appointed County Treasurer by Gov. Moses
The amount of defalcation with which he is
charged is about $4,000, which he collected
as taxes and refuses to turn over to the State
Treasurer, unless the latter officer will allow
certain claims against the State, which were
purchased at discount by Allen and his con-
federates. The defaulting Treasurer was car
ried to Columbia on Monday last, and will
probably be released, as it appears that the
law authorizing the State Treasurer to make
arrests is considered defective, since there is no
authority conferred upon him to imprison re-
fractory subordinates.
Philip A. Eichleberger, Ex-Treasurer of
Edgefeld County, was also arrested last week
upon similar charges by the State Treasurer,
fortified by the facts that Echleberger had
been speculating in school claims, and refused
to settle his indebtedness 70 the State unless
these claims were allowed. He was carried
before Judge Carpenter, and after patient
hearing of the lengthy arguments of counsel
upon the points of law involved, the Judge de-
cided that the Legislature had no power to
invest the State Treasurer with judicial func-
tions, nor could that officer imprison his subor-
dinates failing to pay over funds in their hands,
as it was in direct conflict with the constitu-
tional rights of the citizen, by which imprison-
ment for debt was abolished AS no fraud had
been alleged, there was no ground upon which
Eichleberger could be required to give bail, and
his discharge from custody was ordered.
The ignorance and stupidity of our law
makers in authorizing the State Treasurer to
make arrests, when he was virtually powerless
to enforce his demands, is only equalled by the
total absence of sufficient authority to compel
speculating officials to disgorge their ill-gotten
gains.
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Anderson. District medical Society.

The adjourned meeting of this body took
place on Saturday last, in the rooms over the
drug store. of Benson & Sharpe, and was at
tended by q fair representation of the medical
profession from various portions of the County.
The chair was occupied by DR.. W. H. Nardin,
and DR.. o. r. Broyles, jr., acted as Secretary.
The constitution and bylaws of the Society
were read by the chairman, for the information
of those present.
The reorganization Of the Society was de-
clared to be the next business in order, and for
this purpose it was proposed to elect officers to
serve the ensuing year. After some discussion
upon the matter, ON motion, the Society pro-
ceeded to ballot FOR officers, which resulted in
the choice of the following gentlemen:
Presiaeat-Dr. w. Fl. Nardin.
Vice Resident-Dr. E. M. Brown
Secretary and Treasurer-Dr. NJ. G. Parker.
On motion, committee of three was ap-
pointed to revise the constitution, bylaws, &C.,
and report at the next meeting. Drs. O. R.
Horton, P. a. White and B. F. Brown were
appointed to discharge this duty.
Upon motion of DR.. E. NJ. Brown, 8 COM
mittee was appointed to draft suitable resolu-
tions, as tribute of respect to DR.. Thos. A.
Evins and DR.. Thos. B. Lee, and to report the
same at the next meeting of the Society.
"A resolution of thanks to the former Presi-
dent, DR.. Alexander Evins was adopted unan-
imously, and the Secretary was instructed to
convey the warmest expressions of personal
esteem and professional regard to DR.. Evins,
and express the regret of the Society at his
removal from this vicinity.
On motion, the Society adjourned to meet
again on the fourth Saturday in May.
Before adjournment, an hour was proftably
employed iu interchanging views upon subjects
pertaining to the medical profession, and es-
pecially in giving the symptoms and treatment
of cerebro-spinal meningitis in various locali-
ties This discussion, in an informal manner,
possessed interest even to one outside of the
profession, and we doubt not that the physi-
clans are much benefited by this method. OF
exchanging thoughts OH engrossing topics
Doctors will differ is an admitted axiom, and
our doctors are no wise exceptional in this re-
spect; but so long as these differences are ex-
pressed with that courtesy and refinement
characteristic of the true disciple of Escula-
plus, much good to themselves and mankind
generally must result from frequent association
with each other, whereby is procured the candid
expression of their views on important subjects,
together with hints as to practice and mode OF
treatment in diseases incident to this climate.
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4 Fearful Disease.

I'm these days of scientific and medical dis
covery, every strange symptom is carefully
noted, and the people are greatly excited by its
appearance in their midst. In truth, we think
the world is getting fearfully nervous, and what
with hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, dis
asters by sea aud land, snd other appalling
surroundings, there is reason for much OF this
nervous apprehension, especially among that
class of persons addicted to borrowing newspa-
pers or failing to pay promptly when they sub
scribe for them. But this is wandering from
the subject, as we only intended to direct pub
lie attention to new and fearful disease, whose
ravages are widespread and peculiarly distress
ing. Although not yet fatal in its consequences,
the disease is alarming, because it is general.
Persons are liable to be attacked at all seasons,
bat it is more prevalent in summer than in
winter An exchange describes this complaint
as. suddenly seizing robust young men, who
are obliged to lean up against the first con-
venient shade-tree or lie down on neighboring
ssore-boxes, unable to get away. The public
square in our town seems to be the centre OF
she infected district, and almost any hour OF
the day, from nine O'Clock: in the morning until
late in the afternoon, the unhappy victims may
be seen perfectly helpless or hopelessly pros
trate, under the distressing influences of this
peculiar malady. In no instance so far as our
knowledge extends, has medical skill availed
to mitigate the suGerings, unless we except an
occasional relief by the presentation of a med
ical certificate, emitting the holder thereof to
purchase few ounces of spiritus trun'enh.
The mere presentation of such certificate,
duly signed, has been known lately to effect
temporary relief, even in desperate cases, but
the possession of the coveted remedy invaria-
bly, causes relapse in the patient, and the
doctors are not inclined to experiment any
further with she disease, but seem willing to
let nature run its course. We understand
nearly every town and village throughout the
entire country has been visited, at one time and
another, by this strange disorder, but that the
medical books record only few fatal cases,
and fatality has never resulted except where
the disease struck in. As yet this terror is
without name, and we respectfully submit
the propriety of the Loafers' Club being re-
organized for the purpose of christening this
fearful malady, which has made serious inroads
upon its former membership.
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The PEOPLE VS.. THE SPECULAToRs.-By a
recent decision of the Supreme Court of the
United States it is decided that neither the old
or the new bills of the old Bank of the State
are receivable for taxes. Consequently no ad-
ditiona tax will have to be levied to pay them
off. These bills have gone into the hands Of
spectators at a few cents on the dollar, and If
these cormorants had succeeded in the Courts,
it would have been terrible burden on the
taxpayers of the State. In this matter the
Supreme Court of the United States has only
sustained the decision of the Supreme Court of
this State.-GreenuiHe Republican.
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asT The Anderson Lstslligencer was the first
American newspaper to reach Judge Orr after
his arrival in St. Petersburg, and it is authen-
ticaly reported that he enjoyed its contents
hugely. 1t is not true, however, that the
American Minister Immediately forwarded
copy to the Emperor of all the Russias, as has
been erroneously stated in private conversation.
When the Car wants eperuse these columns,
we have no doubt that he will forward few
rubles for the privilege in advance.
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Executors Sale of Property.

MILL be sold at the late residence of Col.
wv ID. X. Hamilton, on the Ninth of May
next, the Personal Property of said deceased,
consisting, in part, of about 100 bushels Corn,
Wheat, Bacon, Household and Kitchen Furni-
ture, Cattle, Hogs, one Family Carriage, and
other articles too tedious to mention. Sale to
commence at ii o'clock q. m. Terms Cash.
THOS. III. RUSSELL, Ex'r,
a,D- All persons indebted to above Estate
will make payment to Edw. A. Russell, agent,
on the promises and those having demands
against the same will present them, properly
attested, to the Executor.
April "a, 1873 42
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spalding's Glue mends everything.

WHOSE HANDSOME House IS TuAT?-Such
was the inquiry of the traveller, as he passed an
unusually well-tinished residence not manv
miles from here. The style of the sashes. the
and doors the neatness of the coinmns @ and hais
listers around the piazza, the perfect proportion
of the brackets and moullings, all struck the
traveller with pleasure and admiration. All the
above were furnished by Mr.. p. P. Toale, of
Charleston, IS. c. Prices sent free on applica-
tion.
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psr 1t is currently reported that Gen. NJ. w.
Gary is engaged in writing sensational novel.
The watering places of Virginia and elsewhere
will likely furnish the principal scenes and
characters, and the adventures of Mr.. S., OF
Newberry, enjoy prominent place in the pic
ture .s'steafe 'f.t
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.n~ We are having dry times in Anderson,
The weather is unusually dry for the season,
the majority of citizens are said to be emphati-
caIly dry ON the license question, and the post
Office has been drained completely of postage
stamps, making it dry as powder-house. We
want rain and postage stamps, but are in favor
of the drought continuing on The liquor ques-
tion,. fess -ss.ff. ~
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p9 Benson & Sharpe have lately received
several fine brands of cigars, different grades
and. prices. which they are anxious to put be-
fore the public, and hence we are the recipient
of "a liberaFsupply. The smoking public are
kindly recommended to give these gentlemen
atrial.
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nss- We return thanks to the Philosophian
Society of Furman University for an invitation
to attend their Anniversary Celebration on
Tuesday evening, April 29th.
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OBITUARY.

DIED, on Sunday the 9Th instant, of disease
of the lungs, CLARA, infant daughter of z. A.
and n. A. Russell, aged Is months. "Of such
is the kingdom of Heaven"
On the o3rd of March, 1873, at Hutchins, Dali
las County, Texas, of meningitis, ROBERT
KEYS NORRIS.
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..sF The first through train on the Atlanta
and Richmond Air Line Railroad, from Char
Eotte to Greenville, reached the latter place on
Yesterday. afternoon. The citizens of Green
Vile have made ample preparations to give the
excursion party from Charlotte warm recep-
tiop.1-f,,-, y -s ...i:- ia ge f.t-t - 81
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!. nag It has been suggested that the corpora
tors Of the Anderson, Aiken, Port Royal and
Charleston Railroad Company, numbering one
hundred and thirty-fve able-bodied citizens,
go to w0rk upon the proposed road and push it
forward to completion.
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gaptjst Sunday School Convention.

The next annual session of this body will be
held with the Sabbath School of the Baptist
Church in this place, commencing on Thursday
before the fourth Sunday in July next Fur
ther information as to the Convention will be
published in these columns prior to the meet
ing.
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THE MARKETS.

ANDERSON, April "a, 1873.
Very little cotton offered during the past
week. NIiddlings l61 to II cents.
Corn sl.o5 to $3.50; Peas sllOto 1925; Flour
81! to SIG: Bacon ~ to |" cents.
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ss-. Messrs. J.B C1nFk & Son, agents Sing
er Sewing Machine, have received large mum
ber in the last few days, and will be happy tt
show them to those who wish to purchase
frst-class machine.
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nay The annual meeting of the stockhold-
ers of the Greenyille and Columbia Railroad
will be;held in; Columbia on Thursday next.
Stockholders are permitted to enjoy free ride,
under the customary regulations.
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aar Sharpe g. Towers announce the arrival
of an elegant stock of goods, which they pro-
pose to sell at short profits for cash or to
prompt paying customers. We invite asten--
ton to the advertisement Of this reliable firm.
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NOTICE.

A LII persons indebted to the Estate of Rob-
N. ert Gilmer, deceased, are hereby notified
to make payment; and those having demands
to render them in, properly attested. to the un-
derSigned. j. y. TODD, Admir-.
A,A.i IG.N II
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1t is currently reported in Columbia that
an Injunction is soon to be applied for by the
Blue Ridge Railroad Company, restraining the
Air Line Road from constructing Its line SO
nca.- ,hc trac!: o!' Lhe former ut Scncca Cry.
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nsy- AU advertisements from Executors, 1d-
nsaistrators and other Fiduciaries, and all
Citations for Letters of Administration, must be
paid for in aduance from ana after this aete.
february I, 1878.
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n@r Baron Iiebig, the celebrated German
chemist, died at his residence in Munich last
rood. 80 ,.-s--. --,---
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SPECIAL NOTICES.
To Neutralize Offensiveness.

In many forms we use disinfecting agents.
Impure breath, caused by bad teeth, tobacco,
spirits, or catarrh, is neutralized by SozoDoNT.
Is dentifricc. The repulsive breath is by it's
use rendered as fragrant as rose and coldness
by friends or lovers will be no longer noticed.