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The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-03-15
THE DRAINAGE QUESTION.

MEssRs. EDITORS: Doubtless the
drainage of our swamps and bottom
lands is matter of high Importance to
the country st large. 1t would add to
the wealth ard prosperity of the land
owner; it would contribute much to the
general hygiene of the whole people.
These two propositions are conceded by
all thinking men to be facts: But the
mode to effect, the desired end may not
be very generally agreed upon. A
drainage law, like all other laws, should
be founded upon principles of substan-
tial justice, ant be consistent with estab-
lished usage and the precedents. of legis-
lation. Such law should not impinge
upon indiyidu:.l rights. Far better suffer
temporary inconveniences which may be
abnormal and merely incidental, than to
hastily enact remedies that may entail
greater evils. Pestilence is periodic and
prevails on the mountain top as we'll. as
in the valley. You cannot quarantine
cholera out Of Calcutta or yellow fever
out of New Orleans.
Well digested law should endorse not
only what is legitimate of the past, but
also what may not conflict with probable
future interest, and so at once assume the
character of permanency. We. certainly
have had within the last decade enough
of reconstruction, revision and legisla-
ton, Laws passed in haste and ignor-
ance; laws parallel, conflicting, supernu-
merary, redundant, now stand upon our
statute books. The Drainage Law for
Anderson County partakes of the char
acteristic perhaps of all these classifca-
tions. 1t is nullity and cannot possibly
escape abolition either by the courts or
the Legislature. But in its room We will
have something far better, and that will
inraalegal and just manner administer
relief. Let the Drainage Actpassed in
1856, and of general application be Ak
amined for remedy. With little exten.
sion this Act can be made to sIbserve
thesead, and confscate no property or
trample upon the rights of no citizen.
Every advanced farmer, every enlight-
ened man will hail with hearty endorse
ment any enactment looking forward to
the improvement of the salubrity and
development of the agriculture of the
country. A sound conservatism and an
observance Of constitutional landmarks,
only, can extricate from present sompli-
cations, give deliverance from the follies
and recklessness of the late past, and
secure and psrpetuate the full measure
of our liberties.
| RURAL.
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HoNEA PATH LOCALS.

James C. Gambrells smoke-house was
entered few nights since and all his bacon
stolen. Presley Hannah suffered like
loss. Rev. R. NJ. King came near being in
the same situation, but pistol shot fright
ened his gang off, and his meat was saved.
When Chamberlain goes to the Springs
meat-stealing and the like will be put an
end to.....Rev. Mr.. King has SO far recov-
cred from his injuries as to be able to resume
his duties. The rain last week, the heavi-
est we have had in several months, caused
a break in the dam at Bigby & Davis mill.
...... County Commissioner Browne was here
on Saturday last, looking after two bridges
on Broadmouth Greek, reported in bad con-
dition. They will soon be all right" The
farmers are all busy preparing for little
more corn and not quite SO much cotton.
Hurrah for Hampton and big corn crops.
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OBITUARY.

EZEKIEL S. NORRIS departed this life
at his residence on Mountain Creek on the
2sth February, 1877, at tic age of 80 years
and nine days.
He spent his long life in rural pursuits,
and 'like sheaf Of corn fully ripe he has
been gathered into the garner of the Lord. J"
His last, sickness was short, but he leaves
ample evidence that he was ready to depart
and be with the Lord. Early in life he pro-
fessed Christ as the only hope of salvation,
and exemplified the sincerity of that profes-
sion by consistent christian walk through
life. Hewas social, yet modest and retiring,
respectful, but firm in matured convictions. ms
kindness and benevolence were illustrated in
his daily action and conversation. Heleaves
three children and a disconsolate widow,
with many warm friends to mourn his loss.
Four children have preceded him to the
grave to welcome his advent at the gate Of
Heaven. For many years he was an aecep-
table Ruling Elder in the Roberts Presbyte-
rian Church, where he delighted to worship.
"He sleeps in Jesus and is blest."
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THE STATU.QU MAINTAINED IN
COLUMBIA.
Proposition for a New Elec:
ton in South Carolina and !
Louisiana.
Republicans win New Hampshire.

COLUMBIA, March IA, 1877.
There has been nothing of special in
terest transpiring about Columbia fol
several days past. All parties seem tc
be waiting upon the administration at
Washington TO define its position.
The election yesterday in New Hamp.
shire as far as heard from resulted favora'
bly, to the Republicans by majorities
varying only lightly from the election
last year.
A private soldier who killed another
soldier in New Orleans yesterday was
turned over b, the military authorities to
Nichols chief of police, which action
excites considerable comment.
Stone will be re-nominated for District
Attorney of South Carolina. The fight
is between him and VIM. E. Earle, of
Greenyille, sd it is probable that Stone
will be confirmed.
A number of informal caucuses have
been held during the past day or two by
the Southern Republicans in Washing
ton. With only few exceptions, they
have expressed; a determination to9 do
everything in their power to prevent the
recognition of the Hampton or Nichols
governments, and should they fail in
their efforts, as is now believed most
probable, it is announced that they will
change the political complexion of the
United States Senate by voting against
the admission of Kellogg from Louisiana
and Corbin from South Carolina. Such
is their declaration at present, which
may be accep's i with some grains of al
lowance.
The latest reports from Washington,
which were received at noon to-day, state
that Senator Patterson (Honest John)
called upon the President this morning,
and urged the adoption of plan for a
settlement of existing troubles in South
Carolina which involves new election.
Patterson submitted this plan as the best
solution of pending difficulties. Blaine
likewise approves of this plan, which it
is alleged originated with Chamberlain.
The President was subsequently called
upon by Ex-senator Robertson and Ex-
Congressman Wallace, of South Carolina,
both of whom represented that a new
election would be ruinous to the indus
trial interests of the State, and suggested
that the difficulties could best be solved
by withdrawal of troops from the State
House, when the people would adjust the
matter for themselves.
President Hayes received the latter
gentlemen quite favorably as natives of
South Carolina, but did not commit him
self one way or the other.
The Republicans will. assuredly at
tempt to secure new election in both
Louisiana and pouth Carolina, and it is
painfully evident that a speedy settle
ment of affairs in these two States can
hardly be expected, if dependent upon
the action of the Federal administration.
G. NICK.
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RE1ToN LOCALS.

We have a splendid school, with an at
tendance of sixty scholars, under the man
agement Of Mr.. W. F. Cox and Miss Alice
Brown, who are worthy of patronage.
Merchants. ARE doing but little, gunno being
the principal trade..... Gardening is behind.
....:. j. The rains of last Thursday night dam
aged Messrs. Cox & Browns mill race......A
row occurred, on last Saturday night between
two negroes-Emory Greer and Harrison
Greer-in which the latter was seriously
stabbed......We have the building fever in
our town. Mr.. B. D. Deans fine residence
is near completion; Mr.. J. K. Breazeale has
Just finished o splendid stable; Col. w. 8.
Smith is making some additions to his
dwelling: Mr.. G. w. MCGEE is preparing to
build large brick store......Mr. A, one of
our townsmen, has Just returned from
iLowndesville. Report says he is going into
business at that place Wash. MCGEE owns
the finest mules in town, Frank. Breazeale
the best horse, and Bill G. the prsttiest
buggy.
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: The Columbia correspondent of the
New York Herald sums up the unequiv-
ocal and unanimous conclusions Of the
average South Carolinian as follows !:
"That they will submit to no other civil
State government but that of Hampton
is the head; that under no circumstances
will the Chamberlain government be tol-
Grated here that it is utterly useless to
attempt to settle the difficulties in this
State by means of a compromise commits
sion, as proposed, as on their part there
is snothing to compromise; that they have
resolved to pay no taxes to any other
government than Hampton's; and that
if that government is not recognized a
standing and powerful army will have to
be kept here to endeavor to keep the
peace alone"
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LOCAL MATTERS.
A SPLENDID OFFER.


We have made arrangements to club the
weekly edition of the Charleston Ne,rs and
Courier with our paper at such rates as are
unparalleled in the history of South Caro-
lima journalism. The agricultural depart
ment of the Ne,rs and Courier will commend
that journal to the farming community
while its columns are supplied with the
latest intelligence from all parts Of the
world. We are enabled to combine the two
papers at price within reach Of every one,
and expect that our friends will seize the
opportunity at once. For the small sum OF
$3.25 we will send the INTELLlGEscER and
the News and Courier (weekly) for one year,
payment to be made strictly in. advance.
Subscriptions. received at any time.
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Advice Gratis.

The Hon. Alexander Il. Stevens says
"The Globe Flower Cough Syrup has
proven most valuable remedy to me"
Gov. James M. Smith, of Georgia says
IT shall always use it with perfect conf
dence, and recommend it to the public
as i remedy which will afford that salts
faction experienced by me and mine. It
excels everything for,conghs, colds and
obstinate lung affections"
Ex-Gov. Brown, of Ca, says:-"He
finds the Globe Flower Cough Syrup a
most excellent remedy"
Such endorsementSby our great and
good men deserves the attention of the
afflicted. Those suffering from cough,
colds and lung affections should use the
Globe Flower Cough Syrup. 1t will pos
itively cure consumption.
For sale by Simpson & Sadler.
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False Impression.

1t is generally supposed by certain class
of citizens, who are not practical or expe-
rienced, that Dyspepsia can not invariably
be: cured, but we are pleased to say that
GREEN'S AUGUST FLOWER has never, to our
knowledge, failed to cure Dyspepsia and
Liver Complaint in all its FORMS such as
Sour Stomach, Costiveness, Sick Headache,
palpitation of the Heart, low spirits, &C., &c.
Out of 10000 dozen bottles sold last year,
not single failure was reported, but thou;
sands of compli-, letters received
from Druggists of wonderful cures. Three
doses will relieve any case Try it. Sample
Bottles 10 cents. Regular Size IS cents.
For sale by Wilhite & Williams.
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Ba~ Simpson & Sadler are giving
away a handsome book entitled "Pearls
for the people," containing much valua-
BILE information and many interesting
articles. It also contains history of the
discovery of the "Hepatine," for diseases
of the liver, dyspepsia, constipation and
indigestion, &C., and gives positive assu-
rance that when the Hepatine is used it
effects permanent and lasting cure OF
these diseases, which prevail to such an
alarming extent in our country. Take
the Hepatine for all diseases of the
liver.
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RURAL.

The loss of the various insurance
companies by therecent fire in Camden
was $4,000. - 2
One thousand and fifteen colored
men of Barpwcll County had paid the
Hampton to up to Monday night last.
Mr.. VIM. R. Dixon, of Bishopville,
Sumter County, lost three children in one
week. Diphtheria.
Hon. T. j. Robertson has written
to Columbia his purpose to pay his taxes
to the Hampton government on his return
from WASHINGTON.
Col. A. G. Haskell has returned to
Columbia after months sojourn in
Washington, where he has been working
in behalf of the constitutional govern
ment,
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A CARD,

In behalf of my mother, desire to return
nv sincere thanks to the citizens for their
assistance on last Friday. If it had not
been for their energy her residence would
undoubtedly have been destroyed.
JOHN W. TODD.
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considerably damaged by the:heavy rain ON
last Thursday night.
We are requested to give notice that Father
Folchi, Of the Catholic Church, will hold
divine services at the residence of Mr.. NJ. D.
Kennedy on Sunday the 18th instant.
We are requested to state that the Brushy
Creek, Slab.oMn and Williamson Demo-
cratic Clubs will meet at John C. Smiths on
Wednesday, 18th inst. to suggest suitable
person for Trial Justice.
The Union Meeting of the Third District,
Twelve Mile River Association, will be held
with Mt. Pisgah Church on Saturday before
the fifth Sabbath in April next. The
churches composing this Union District are
requested to appoint delegates.
The schedule of the passenger trains on
the Greenyille and Columbia Railroad was
changed yesterday. The down train leaves
Anderson at 1886 a. m, which is fifteen
minutes earlier, and the up train leaves at
6p. m,; an hour later than the old schedule,
Mr.. s. H. Provost is erecting new resi-
dence in the western portion of town, on
the street leading towards Shallow Ford.
The style of architecture is unique and
pleasing. It is modelled after the German
style of cottages on the Centennial Grounds.
The stockholders Of the Anderson Educa-
tional Association, owning the property oc-
cupied by the Carolina Collegiate Institute,
are requested TO meet in the Court House on
Saturday, 18th of March, on important busi-
ness. Every stockholder onght to be repre-
sented inperson or by proxy. The meeting
will take place at eleven a. m:
We are requested to announce that Hot
Supper will be given in the Masonic Hall
on next Wednesday evening, 21st inst, for
the purpose Of raising money to paint the
parsonage of the Methodist Church. We
bespeak the patronage of the community
fos this praiseworthy object, and feel assured
that the arrangements are such as to insure
an elegant supper at moderate cost.
The following persons were installed Off
GERS of Slabtown Grange for the ensuing
year: ]. P. Glenn, W. NJ; J. Jamison, o.;
J..C. Boggs, c.; W. s. ,Pickens, L.; J. M.
Glenn, T.; T. H. Russell, Sec.; T. s. Glenn,
S.; E. C. Jamison, G.; Mrs. H. A. Glenn,
F. The installation was conducted by W..
w. Russell, and an interesting address de-
liyered by him on the workings of the
Grange. i.i.E
We are indebted tp the Newberry Herald
for its account of the disastrous fire in that
town in advance of the regular edition. The
destruction of property was very great, but
we are glad to learn that there were no seri-
ous casualties where there was great risk OF
life in many instances. We sympathize
with our Newberry friends in this fresh Ca
lamity.
The Anderson Reading and Music Club
held an interesting meeting at the residence
of DIR. White on Tuesday, evening which
was largely attended by young ladies and
gentlemen, who have entered with renewed
zcst upon the objects of the organization.
We are pleased to learn their determination
to make the Club permanent success. The
next meeting will take place on Tuesday
evening at the residence Of Mr.. John f..
Sadler.
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Flour, Flour

TUST received, another supply; Of the
u Celebrated Nashville, Tenn, Flour,
viz-Tube Rose, Gem of the Burg, Odd
Trump and Little Beauty ,
Also, some more Of that. Cheap Flour,
from Cairo, Illinois. Call soon, as Flour is
advancing rapidly in the Western markets.
ALI brands sold low for cash, BY .di Mr.
A. B. TOWERS
Dec 81. 1876 23 -
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psArH OF mAJ. GEO. sEABoRN.

The death Of this estimable gentleman
occurred at his residence near Pendleton on
Tuesday last, in. the Slst year of his age.
Mai. seaborn was widely known as apubic-
spirited citizen, and was always foremost in
the advocacy of whatever tended to the ad-
vancement and improvement of this section.
he was for many years the editor and pro
prietor. OF. the Farmer and Planter, which
was published at Pendleton until 1853, and
through its pages he became known as an
agricultural writer of great proficiency and
practical knowledge. He was always the
promoter and advocate of agricultural or
ganizations, and was President Of the Pen
dletons Farmers Society for q number of
years, an active and Influential member Of
the old State Agricultural Society, and for
the past ten years an honorary member Of
the Anderson Farmers and Mechanics AS
sociation. He was jealous Mason, and
one. of. the oldest members of the craft in
this portion Of the State Thirty years ago
he assisted to organize the Masonic Lodge
at this place, and was its first Master. His
services to the brethren are held in grateful
remembrance. Maj. Seaborn held impor-
tant and, responsible positions at various
times in his life, and we would be glad to
receive sketch of his career from some of
his earlier friends, who possess the requisite
inforniati -
Tharemains of the deceased ,were.b buried
at the ESiseopal Ei Church m Pendleton yes
terday morning with theyceremonies of the
Masonic order.
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Quick Sales and Small Profits.

= 80 -. ~ yiIiHi 81 r.
r HAVE ON HAND :; 70
l. SHOES, BOOTS, -. m (
Homespuns, Calico, Hatsasl y
Hardware, Groceries, ~
Provisions, Fancy Goods ..al
Virginia Cassimeres, (best goods
that man or boy can wear,)
Georgia Jeans. -g.N ''".. r'."''
Columbus, Ga, Checks;,9s ~.
And many other things too tedious to mem
ton, that I will sell as low as can be bought
in Town for cash. Be. sure and give me a
call 0eloFe Ouyns' A. B. TOWERS. /.
Dec c21, 1875 . % - '.''.;','''' 80
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BRIEF MENTION.

The mill dam of Mr. Harrison Tucker was
considerably damaged by theeheavy rain on
last Thursday night.
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At COST

r AM selling at and below Cost -
u Worsted Dress Goods, = =.
Black Silk, ,Shawls.. q!
A nice lot Clothing and Saddles.
I have the above Goods on hand, which
will sell during the next thirty days at pri-
ces that will astonish purchasers. = u.
A.. BLOWERS.
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LAST.aCALL.

THO those indebted to the old Firm of
i BARR, WATSON g. CO., either by
Note or Account, will save Cost by settling
the same at an early day, as we are deter
mined to wind up the old business. -,
BARR, WATSON q co.
Dec %, 1875 --'24 ON
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We are requested to give notice that Father
Folchi, Of the Catholic Church, will hold
divine services at the residence of Mr.. NJ. D,
Kennedy on Sunday the 25th instant.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1877-04-05
The Southern Troubles.

The commission appointed by the
President to examine into the Loulsl-
ana difficulties have arrived Mt New
Orleans and this report will be looked
for with great interest. 1t is said the
commission had no instructions given
to them but various plans have been
discussed. One plan contemplates q
consolidation of the two Legislatures,
a e-canvass of the vote for Governor
by the new legislature, and the re.
cognition of whichever Of the Gov
errors is found to have been actually
elected. If this plan fails then it is
thought the troops will be withdrawn
and the people Of Louisiana left to
settle their own troubles. The COM
mission consists Of Judge Lawrence, of
Illinois, Gov. Brown. of Tennessee,
Gen. Hawley, of Conn, Gen. Harlan
of kentucky, and Mr.. Wayne Nc
Ve@gh, Of Pennsylvania, four repub-
Leans and one democrat.
The rival governors of South Caro-
lima have both been in Washington
the last week having interviews with
the President and Cabinet. Gen.
Wade Hampton'sj journey was marked
by great popular orations at Rich
mond and other cities and very fiat
tering reception from his friends in
Washington. Gov, Chamberlain had
a more quiet time. The indications
are that the troops will not much
longer entertain The citizens Of Co.
lumbia with dress. parades, while
Wade Hampton will carry off the gu
bernatoral prize and Chamberlain
soon figure as Minister at some for
eign court.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1877-04-05
THE EASTERN QUESTION.

What are apparently very tender
and very delicate diplomatic negotia-
tons have been going on for year
or two past in relation to the threat
eued war between Russia and Turkey.
If any one around here can clearly
understand them he can 60 up head
of us in the class. The last great an
nouncement by telegraph is that
England has signed the protocol. We
look in our Webster's unabridged die
tionary of great words and it says
protocol means the original copy OF
any writing. Therefore we are still
far from being enlightened as to the
merits of the question, except that
the conditions Of the protocol are said
to be that Russia and Turkey shall
demobolize their armies. If SO the
great war may be averted for some
time but sooner or later it must come,
though all Europe is dreadlng the
bloody clash of arms.
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Out And In President.

Gen. Grant seems to be enjoying
lis freedom from Presidential cares
like frolicksome young colt in past
ure. On his tri p west last week a
brilliant reception was given at Clncln-
natl. He acknowledged the compli-
ment IN quite long speech for him.
lie said he had no doubt he would be
regarded as a great deal better fellow
now than he was six months ago and
would no longer have any political
opponent, as they we're now all soyer-
eigns together. He felt that he had
considerable life, health and strength
left notwithstanding bis last sixteen
years of labor and toll, and minated
that he meant to have u good time
travelling.
A report was current in Washing
ton last week that Mr.. Tllden has a
notion Of trying the vitality Of Presi
dent Hayes title to the occupancy of
the White house by suit in court. 1t
was alluded to by the President him.
self, who in offering consolation to a
disappointed otiice-hunter said che
was not so sure after all Of his own
position" The rumor could not be
traced to any reliable source bat it
will travel all over the country. Mr.,
Tilden probably does not regard the
Supreme court with either fondnoss
or confidence enough to try the eX-
pertinent.
Meantime after Presidents, like
great actors, have strutted their little
hour on the stage, what they may
come to at last is told by Southern
paper, which says: "The tomb Of
Andrew johnson is unmarked and
unhonored. A little wooden shed
covers the grave Of the President and
his wife, who lies buried at his side
which side is question, for neither
grave bears a single mark.