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Fayetteville observer. [volume] (Fayetteville, Tenn.) 1850-1966, 1876-12-14

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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06

up together, and were remarkable for their
smallness. Other parts of the interior or
ganism we're drawn up in afrightful manner.
The women may argue that, after all, the old
lady had stood tig ght lacing for more than
seventy years; and that it could not, there
fore, have been so dangerous as doctors say.
OF course the answer is that Mrs. Wheeler
was an exceptionally healthy woman. and
thus lived in spite Of the corset which i'm:
prisoned part of her organs and interfered
with their natural development had she not
laced she would, doubtless, have been cen
tenarian. On the whole, ladies who read this
sad account of the effects of tight lacing on
tall and once beautiful woman, will probably
not be much encouraged by the longevity to
which special circumstances allowed her to
attain.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
THE WINNsBORO NEWS.

The Winnsboro News of the 1st instant
contains the valedictory of R. Means Davis,
Esq, who retires to accept position on the
staff of the Charleston Menus and Courier.
Mr.. John S. Reynolds succeeds Mr.. Davis as
editor of the Winnsboro Nesos and the Fair
field Herald and makes bis bow in tasteful,
timely and temperate salutatory. Mr.. Rey-
nolds has been long and favorably known as
Professor of History and Belles-Lettres in
the Kings Mountain Military School at this
place, the duties of which position he dis
charged with great credit to himself and with
honor to the School. As writer for the
press he is not without experience, such Of his
contributions as have met our eye bearing
the impress of vigorous thought and graceful
diction. In his new sphere we predict for
him brilliant future, and he has our best
wishes for success and prosperity.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
ENDORSING GOV. CHAMBERLAIN.

ENDORSING GOV. CHAMBERLAIN.
A large assemblage of citizens of York
county, irrespective Of party or race, gathered
in the Court House on Monday last, to give
an expression of approval of the recent oth'
cial action of Governor Chamberlain upon
the tax bills and the judicial election. Col.
w. G. Beatty, representative from York, was
called to the chair, and w. j. Stephenson ap-
|spointed secretary.
By request of the chairman, Maj. j. F.
Hart explained the purpose Of the meeting to
be simply gathering Of citizens Of the coun.
ty, irrespective of political bias, to record
their approval or disapproval of the bold &C
tion of the Chief Executive of the State in re-
sisting legislative encroachments upon the
rights of all the people of the State.
Frank Edwards, colored, County Commis-
sioner desired some further information, and
wanted to know what it was Governor Cham
berlain had done that he WAS asked to approve.
Col. Beatty, from the Chair, referred to the
platform upon which the Governor was elect
ed to his public addresses during the politi-
cal campaign, and to the fidelity with which
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The Murkrille Gmqnirer,
YORKVELLE, s. c.:
THURSDAY MORNING, JAN. 6, 1876.

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ate to the commemoration Of christmas day, day
preached by Rev. Mr.. Mack, who is soon 70 taRe
charge Of the Presbyterian Church at TINS pace.
Monday being the day for the installing OF tne
[oficers Of the Masonic Lodge, by the invitation
OF friends, we had the pleasure OF enjoying q
sumptuous dinner given on the occasron ! a,Ise ths
installation ceremonies. This being over, those
present, Who had not been initiated into the mys-
tic order, retired to the baseball grounds and VII
messed an exciting game of this manly Pia. SPOT.
The evening closed with repetition Of the gaities
of the ballroom of Christmas Eve, the gallant
beaux and dazzling beauties once more assem-
bling for the merry dance.
Thus ended season highly enjoyed and long
to be remembered by many and Tuesday morn
ing, notwithstanding the incienency OF the
weather we bid adieu to our friends, and were
soon on our way through mud and spsh, until
dark overlook u.s. Calling halt, we stopped with
friend for the night, and next morning were
once more on the road for home; bu: on reaching
neighborimg farm house. we were cordially in.
vited to stop and participate with some social
friends in Christmas dinner, which inyitation
we accepted, prolonging our stay until next
morning. when we made another start for home,
arriving that day, and feeling considerably i'm
proved in mind and body by what we had seen
and enjoyed. ".
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
For the Yorkvllle Enquirer.
PUBLIC MEETING.

At public meeting ofthe citizens of York
county, held in the Court House on Monday
January 8, 1876, Col. W. c. Beatty was call
ed to the chair and W. J. Stephenson was re-
quested to act as Secretary.
The object of the meeting being to give ex'
preston of the views of the people regarding
the recent judicial election by the Legislature
of South Carolina, and also to commend the
action of Governor Chamberlain in his efforts
to maintain good government in this State,
remarks to this effect were made by Majo j.
F. Hart; when, at the conclusion Of his ad-
dress the following resolutions were offered by
Col. w. B. Allison:
We, the citizens of York county, in public
meeting assembled, without reference to party or
the interests of party, hereby testify our cordial
approval of the recent action OF Gov. Chamber.
lain in his efforts to repress unjust legislation and
to secure to the community an Impartial and
economical administration OF the government OF
this State; therefore. resolved,
That we hold that corrupt Judiciary is one OF
the greatest evils that can be inflicted upon peO-
pie; and that the refusal Of Governor Chamber
lain to commission persons OF known lncompe-
tency and unfitness as judges of this State meets
the Hearty approval of the people of this county.
That in these measures, instituted in behalf OF
good government in South Carolina, We pledge to
Gov. Chamberlain our unqualified support.
After the reading of the resolutions their
adoption was opposed by J. Hannibal White,
Senator from York county, who took occasion
to defend the action Of the Legislature in the
election Of Moses and Whipper to the judicial
bench.
At the conclusion of Senator Whites re-
marks a vote was taken on the adoption OF
the resolutions, when they were carried by a
majority-all the white persons present, ex-
cept, perhaps, one, voting afirmatively; /;
while the colored persons present voted mega
lively.
There being no further business proposed,
on motion, the meeting adjourned.
w. G. BEATTY, Chairman.
W. j. STEPHENSON, Secretary. -~ :.'i.
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Correspondence of the Yorkville Enquirer
LETTER FROM FORT MILL.
FoRT Mill, s. c., Jan. l,

Fort MILL, s. c., Jan. l, 1875.
At meeting of Catawba Lodge, Of A.. F.
M, on the 9th, the following officers were
installed to serve the ensuing year: w. II.
Stewart, " NJ; u. W. Ardrey, s.. w.; B. F.
Powell, j. WA. w. Parks, Secretary; Hen
ry Mussey, Treasurer; j. NJ. spratt, S. d.;
R. S. Warren, J. D.; R. S. Wilson, J. NJ.
Herman, Stewards; T. j. Culp, TFlsr.
At a meeting Of Fort Mill Grange, held
this day, the following officers were installed
for the ensuing year: B. H. Massey, Master;
T. G. Culp, Ouerseer T. J. R. Belk, Lectur.
er Rev. J. NJ. Garrison, Chaplain S. J. Or.
mand, Ste,oard; IS. White, Assistant Ste.0.
ard J. C. Jones, Gate-Keepsr. f.
The committee appointed to award premi.
ums to the members of this Grange entitled to
receive the same, made the following report
to-day: ....
For the best garden, S. J. Ormand. For
the best cultivated farm, A. S. White. For
the best selfsustaining farm, Hugh Gelston
For the best acre of corn, T. G. Spratt. For
the best acre of cotton, B. H. Massey. For
the best acre of wheat, j. M Garrison. For
the best acre Of oats, T. B. Withers. For the
best crop of hay, B. q. Massey. For the best
crop of clover, j. NJ. White. For the best
bushel of potatoes, B. H. Massey. For the
best bushel of turnips, j. R. Harris. For the
best crop of onions-1OO bushels, S. j. Or
mand. For the best set of mills and gins, s.
E. White. For the best double-foot plow, I.
G. Culp. For the best team of mules, j. M.
White For the best pair match mules,
Hugh Gelston. For the best saddle horse,
DR.. j. E. Massey. For the best harness
horse, B. II. Massey. For the best brood
mare, j. R. Harris. For the best stallion, A.
G. Sutton. For the best bull, Smith Patter-
son. For the best mich COW, DR.. j. E. Mas,
sey. For the best flock of sheep, A. B.
Springs. For the best flock of goats, B. b.
Massey. For the best boar, j. R. Harris.
For the best SOW, T. B. Withers. For the
best herd of hogs, Hugh Gelston. III ....
The committee appointed to make the
awards was composed Of S. j. Ormand, T. G.
Culp and j. R. Harris, and their report was
adopted. ... .'
Two accidents recently occurred near this
place, on the C. C. & A. Railroad. On the
23rd ultimo two loaded freight cars became
detached from the train and rolled down an
embankment. One of the cars contained a
package of friction matches which ignited,
and the fame was rapidly communicated to a
keg of powder which hastened the conhagra-
tion, destroying the cars and contents. On
the Both, near the same place, the train ran
off the track, inaicting slight damage, how
ever. .s .. ..... ... L. u. Z.
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the promisesthen made had been fulfilled in
his official acts. He also stated that the Leg
islature, although elected in part under rec
form platform, was not all in favor ofreform
that maryland almost majority-of the
Republican members were opposed to Cover
nor Chamberlain's vigorous economy and up
right administration that many of these
members wanted to make little more money
than this economy permitted, and were conse-
gently dissatisfied and rebellious. The Chair
man also explained that the refusal of the
Governor to issue commissions to two of the
late Judges elect was based on legal grounds,
and that the act was one of official duty as
we'll as of high morality. ...
Col. w. B. Allison then offered the resolu-
tions, published in the Secretary's report Of
the proceedings, when J. Hannibal White,
colored, Senator from York, opposed the res
olutions. He said he had voted for w. j.
Whipper and F. j. Moses for Judges in the
late election, and was proud of it. In regard
to Whipper, charges of corruption in the
management of the sinking fund had been
made against him, but he had never been
tried for it. When he was tried and convict
ed it was time enough to denounce him.
There were other men, he said, on the COM
mission besides Whipper, and the audience
no doubt knew who they were, without the
speaker telling them. Whipper had de6ed
these men to prosecute him. As to Whipper
being gambler, continued Senator White,
that did not amount to much. as pretty much
all the judges and lawyers he had met were
gamblers He was ready to endorse the Gov
ernor when he was right, and to oppose him
when wrong. The Governor was not bis
master, and he would permit no man to lead
or dictate to him. He would vote against
the resolutions. ".. a" az
At the conclusion of Senator Whites re.
marks, the question Of adopting the resolu-
tions, as the voice of the county, being put,
the chair was not able to determine the re-
suit A rising vote was then taken, and the
resolutions were declared adopted-the whites,
with one exception only, voting in the affirm
ative, and nine.tenths Of the colored people
voting in the negative. ....... ...,...
During the meeting the hall Of the Court
room was we'll filled, and much interest was
manifested in the object of the meeting. But
for the influence of J. H. White over the
colored portion Of the audience, the meet
ing would, no doubt, have been entirely har-
monious in its action.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
BATTLE OF KINGS MOUNTAIN.

As appropriate to the opening of the Cen
tennial year, we commence, this week, the
publication of sketch of the battle of
Kings Mountain, fought on the soil of York
county in the darkest hour of the struggle for
American Independence. In the preparation
of the sketch, the author availed himself of
the British version of the battle, as well as
many traditional statements, making the
most detailed and satisfactory history of that
engagement that has yet been published
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
WARM WEATH Err.

The "oldest inhabitant" cannot recall the
time when so warm term of weather has Wis
tied this section as we have had for the past
three weeks. Though there has been some
fall of rain, the temperature has been remark
ably mild thermometer rarely indicating
degree lower than 70. We are all prone
to complain, weather or no weather." and
had We been favored with the cold snap that
usually ushers in the new year, perhaps there
would have been as much complaint on that
score as we now have on account Of weather
too warm for the season. -enervating to
man, and disastrous to pork packed in the
smoke-houses of those who were the fortunate
possessors of q few grunters.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06

NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

John L.. Watson, Treasurer-Tax Notice 1875.
c. e. Spencer, Assignee-In Bankruptcy-Gen-
eral meeting-In the Matter of j. B. Marks.
Hunter q Oates-New Store.
Clark Brothers-l876. -'.
w. H. Acknowledgement Business Agent.
r. Happerfield-YorkM Marble Yard.
W. H. 81. P. Herndon-New Year-Remember
T. M. Dobson Co.-The New Year-Shoes-Al-
amance Checks-Shirting-G Groceries
linery Observation-Disclosures.
A. Williford-More Fine Stock.
j. H. Clawson. Assgnee--In Bankruptcy-Gen.
eral Meetng--In the Matter of J. N. Nc.
Call, Obadiah Sarratt.
Wanted.
Charles Petty, Principal-Limestone Springs Fe'
male High School.
John C. Kuykendal--For ls75--For ls76-In the
Future-Contra.
James F. Hart& G. 8. Hart-Partnership No
tce.
H. w. Hope & Co-New Store.
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For the Yorkvllle Enquirer.
CHRISTMAS AT FORT MILL.
TIRzAH. 8. c.. Dec, 81, 1S

..:. TIRzAH, 8. c., Dec. 81, 1876
That we might enjoy short respite from the
cares Of home, by special invitation we LEFT Tor
Fort Mill on the morning of the oath, taking
circuitous route via Rock Hill. Tarrying in that
sprightly town short while, we resumed our
Journey in the direction Of Moore's Ferry, which
we soon reached; and after exhausting our pa
tience, waiting for the tardy ferryman, that func.
safely borne to the opposite shore. In the after
noon we arrived in Fort Mill, and divesting our
selves of our travelling habilments and paltaking
Of some refreshments, we y were ready for any
Soon the town was all aglow with excitement,
in view of the masquerade ball. The hour to
which many had looked forward with eager an
ticpaton arrived, and youthful hearts beat III
beautifully decorated with evergreens and winter
flowers, entwined over and around the walls, in
terspersed with appropriate notices, all brilliant,
ly lighted up by an elegant chandelier suspended
of costumes soon appeared upon the floor, and
then #...
"a hundred hearts beat rapidly and when 49,
Music with its voiupuous swell, 81. d."
Soft eyes looked love to eyes which spake again, o..
And all went merry as a marriage bell"
Those en- masque monopoized the dance for
awhile; but at length the costumes being dis
pensed with, all present had the opportunity CIV
en- them Of joining in the dance. Your cores
pondent, however, did not participate for want Of
partner but was content to feast his eyes upon
the gay dancers and fascinating beauties OF the
all-room. Having enjoyed ourself until enjoy
ment ceased to be pleasure, we returned to our
room, where sweet sleep and pleasant dreams
soon took possession Of us. -a.
The next morning we were aroused from orr
slunbers by the noise Of fireworks, announcing
that Christmas had come. The day dawned dark
and gloomy, threatening rain; yet considerable
number of people had assembled in town, and
were in the height of their enjoyment, until sud-
denly the cry Of "Firel" was sounded. Through
the prompt action of the Hook and Ladder Com
pany, and the timely aid Of eolored bystander,
the fire was soon extinguished, with no further
damage than the loss of few old shingles. :E"i2
Nothing further occurred to mar the festivities
of the day, until late in the afternoon, when q
street fracas occurred. One of the combatants,
however, doubtless calling to mind the old adage
Of 'he who fights and runs away" &C., fled pre-
cptately and the row oven ended: . Another fight oc-
ters Of the day. So - .-'..s "
Next morning being the Sabbath. every thing
wore different and more peaceful aspect than
characterized the day previous. We had the
pleasure of hearing splendid sermon, appropri-
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
CLUB.MA MAKERS.

For the convenience of those who may wish
to subscribe for the ENQUIRER through a
club-maker, we give below a list of persons
who are engaged in forming clubs. AS other
club.makers are reported their names will be
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ernor Chamberlain in refusing to issue commits
sions as judges to w. J. Whipper and F. J. Mo-
ses, and pledge to him the full support ofthis com
munity in his efforts to secure to the people of the
State faithful administration of the law. ..,,,.,
4. That we tender to Governor Chamberlain our
grateful thanks for the bold and statesmanlike
struggle he has made in the cause of reform, in
the economical administration ofthe government,
in the preservation of the public faith, in the
equal administration of justice, and in the main
tenance of the public peace, and we pledge him
our cordial support for the accomplishments Of
these ends.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
GIN HOUSE BURNT.

We learn that on the 2Oth ultimo the gin
house of Mr.. R. G.. Kendrick in the Steel
Creek neighborhood Of Mecklenburg county,
N. c., was destroyed by fire, which was orig.
mated by box of matches passing throug
the gin. Mr.. Kendrick lost seventeen bales
of cotton, and three bales belonging to other
parties were also destroyed, besides the gin
and building, both of which we're new, and
valued at $4,000. From the same informant
we learn that previous to the above fire, two
other gins were burnt in the same county the
present season, the result of matches being
placed, either designedly or by carelessness,
amongst the cotton.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
SALES.nAY.

The following property was sold on Mon
day last -sales-day for January:
By order of the Probate Judge, the lands
of Jas. Thorn, deceased-3l0 acres bought
by S. D. Carothers, at $4O5 per acre.
By writs of f. yta., the interest Of R. L.
Manning in tract of land bought by A. F.
Smith for $62.25.
Lands of j. w. Garner-66 acres bought
by w. B. Steele for 1915.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
NEW STOR ES.

With the new year, two new business houses
have opened in Yorkville, viz. Messrs. Hun
ter & Oates, and Messrs. H. w. Hope & Co.,
who make their announcements in our adver-
tising columns this week. Col. w. H. Nc
Corkle long connected with the mercantile
house of j. H. Adams, deceased, as will be
seen by his advertisement, has commenced a
general business agency. ...
A GRAND CHANCE FOR BARGAINS.
Those who intend to purchase Pianos or
Organs should take advantage of the unu.
sually low prices which are now temporarily
offered at Ludden & Bates, Southern Music
House, Savannah, Ga. They are now closing
out their entire stock at strictly wholesale
rates to cash buyers. See their advertise
ment in special notice column, and correspond
with them at once.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-01-06
YOKKVILLE PULPITs.

On Sunday last, the pulpit Of the Metho'
dist Episcopal Church was filed for the first
time by Rev. John NJ. Carlisle, assigned to
this station for the ensuing year by the last
Conference.
Rev. Luther Wilson, who has accepted the
pastorate of the Presbyterian Church at this
place, has arrived, and occupied the pulpit Of
his church last Sunday.