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The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1877-05-22
The Boss Liar.

A MASSACHUSETTS, gentleman,
n just returned from over the Cana
dian border, tells these stories: He was
in the hotel general accommodation
room, when two veterans of the (hotel)
bar, laying schemes for drink, began
to tell stories to each other for his bene-
fit. "These are awful hard times, said
one. 81 never saw such times before,
except when l was in Ohio, an then /
was hard tort to get along. Nothin' to
do. 1 had yoke of steers, but they
WANT earnin' nothin.' But 1 lived
right on the road the Western emigrants
went over every day. So dug hole in
that road at the foot of the hill near my
house, turned a livin' spring o. water
into t, and made good mud-hole. Well,
when the emigrants came along, every
day there would be one or more teams
git stuck in the mud-hole, an they
would send up an git me come an help
'em out; and alwuz charged as much
as five dollars a lift. Well, KEEP that
mud-hole right UP in good repair till l
made $25, 900 ont, an then 1 sold it out
for $1,000, an moved up here"
Story number two was the other Mum
chausen's companion-piec for the yoke
of steers. "When was a-choppin'-I
could chop some, you know-an' folks
used to ask me how much / could do in
a day. Have you ever tried it?' says
they. |No, never says L; never but
once, and that wasn't really try You
see, just to show 'em what could do, 1
got up one winter mornin' afore light
an ground up my ak sharp, oh jest as
sharp, am went into the woods. An /
chopped like sixty till about three
O'Clock in the afternoon, when L thought
it was as much as could pile afore sun
down, an went to pilin.' Well, when
had 1t piled up II measured twenty
seven cord. An then knew somethin'
was wrong, for knew at the rate had
been chopping it oughter be more. Sol
went back an begun lookin' round to
see what the trouble was. An there,
light at the fust tree cut in the mornin'
was my ax-head. You see, the thing
was loose an slipped of, an had been
chopin all day with the bare helve.''
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1877-05-22
A Very Little. in Bank.

A MONG the subscribers to Audubon's 8
n magnificent work on ornithology
was John Jacob Astor. He was always
ready to encourage such works, and he
put his name down upon Audubon's
book for one thousand dollars. During
the progress OF the work, which proved
to be more expensive than had been at
first anticipated, Mr.. Audubon often
found himself obliged to call upon his
generous patrons for assistance; but he
did not call upon Mr.. Astor until the
letter-press and the plates had been de-
hvered. When the final delivery had
been made, however he called upon the
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1877-05-22
The Shortest Deed on Record.

IN AUGUST 1896, after few delight
i full days spent with their distinguish
ed relatives, Captain Lewis relates that
the following conversation took pace at
the breakfast table the morning liked for
their departure.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1877-05-22
VEGETINE,

ALI. DISEASES OF THE BLOOD Ii Vegetine
VIII relieve pain, cleanse, purify and cure such
diseases restoring the patient to perfect health
suffering for years, is 1t not conclusive proof II
you are suiferer, you can be cured? Why is
works in the blood, in the circulating fluid. Ii
can truly be called the Great Blood Purifier. The
great source OF disease originates in the blood (;
It, to purify and renovate, has any Just claim up.
on public attention.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1877-05-22
VEGETINE. 'o-''
WILLCURE
CANKER HUM OR,

ROCKP0RT, March 81, 1876.
ii. r. STEVENS --Ir III ~
Sir-Last fall my husband got two bottles of
your Vegetine to take for the Canker Humor,
which have had inmy stomach for several years.
took it and the result was very satisfactory. /
have taken good many remedies for the Canker
Humor. and none seemed to help me but Vege
tine There Is no doubt in my mind that every
one suffering with Canker Humor can be cured
by taking Vegetine 1t gave me q good appetite,
and felt better in every respect. 5r ~
Yours. with respect,
Mrs. ELIZA ANN POOLE.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
COMM ERCIAL.
The PrOdigal.

Inheritors of vast wealth are proverbially
spendthrifts. The golden ore is dug from the
mine, refined, and coined, by the labor OF
other hands and the sweat of other brows.
Like children playing with an expensive
toy, they can form no just estimate OF its
value When the donor weighed it, he cast
into the balance so many days of unremit-
ting and fatiguing toll, 80 many anxious and
sleepless nights, SO much self-denial and so
much care. But the inheritor into his bal
ance only-pleasure. The one, values it by
what it cost him. the other, for what it will
purchase Like the prodigal in the Scrip
ture parable, he thoughtlessly expends it TO
crafty the caprice and cravings OF his ma
ture. Then comes the last scene-the mis-
cry, the remorse, and the long and weari-
some journey back to the home OF frugal in
dustry. But there are other prodigals On
has lavished her richest treasure-health.
But the prodigal values it lightly, for it cost
him naught, and recklessly squanders it in
riotous living. Present pleasure obscures
future want. Soon the curtain rises OIL the
last scene. We see him helpless, impoyer-
ished-the rich treasures of body and mind
all lost-in misery and despair. Remorseful
conscience holds up to him the mirror OF
memory. In his own reckless folly he per-
ceives the cause of his present pain. He
resolves to return. The journey is long and
tedious, but if he perseveringly follows the
right road, he will at length see the haven
of his hopes in the distance, and Nature,
seeing her invalid child afar off, will come
out to meet him, and receive him back
with love and blessing. To find the right
road homeward, the suffering prodigal
should read "The Peoples Common Sense
Medical Adviser" Therein it is completely
mapped out, its landmarks all indicated and
its milestones all numbered. Read it,
Price $3.50 postage prepaid.) Address the
author and publisher, 4. V. Pierce, M. D.,
Buffalo, N. Y.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
FORK LOCALS.

Townyille wants Temperance Society.
Excepting few cases of pneumonia, gen.
eral good health prevails.
The early oat crop was not materially in
jured by the late severe weather.
Farm work is backward, owing to the
deep SHOWS and continued rains.
The people seem disposed TO respond
promptly and cheerfully to Gov. Hampton's
tax appeal.
Rev. E. L. Sisk has been reelected to the
pastorate of Townville Baptist Church for
the present year.
Townville Academy is not so prosperous
as formerly, its support having been largely
drawn upon by neighboring schools.
After three or four years vacation, y
Prof. B. F. Can't has resumed teaching,
having accepted valuable school at Heph-
zibah Church, near Townville.
The region round about Townville' is
densely studded with valuable pine timber,
which fact, taken in conjunction with the
general demand for lumber, is charming
prospect for lumbermen with portable mills.
The illicit whiskey traffic has been vigor-
ously and boldly piled in this section since
the fall months set in. Such is more de-
moralizing clement in community than q
licensed bar-room. 1t is pest and nuisance
and calls loudly for the speedy interference
of the law.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
THE 1uRY COMMISSIONER.

Governor Hampton has re-appointed SAM
uel johnson as the Jury Commissioner for
Anderson County, and johnson has taken
the oath of Office under his new commission.
This appointment was severely condemned
two years ago when it was made by Ex-Gov-
ernor Chamberlain, upon the recommends
tion of Senator Cochran, and we are unable
to perceive that it will prove more accepta-
BILE now. The County Democratic Conven-
ton recently expressed its views upon this
question, and favored the appointment OF
some other colored man than Johnson, who
has none of the qualifications which entitle
him to public Office. We have no doubt
that the Representatives from Anderson
County, upon whose recommendation the
appointment was made by Gov. Hampton,
will comply with the request of the Conven-
ton, and use their influence to secure the
appointment of q more competent and suita-
Bile person for the position.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
Tribute of Respect.

The following preamble and resolutions
were adopted at the last regular conference
of the Anderson Baptist Church, held on
the second Sabbath of the present month
WHEREAS, an allwise Providence, in the
dispensation of infinite wisdom, has removed
by the hand of death from our midst our
beloved brother, F. C. v. BORSTEL, who
was for more than twenty years, faithful,
energetic member of this Church, and for
number of years one of its most active, de-
voted and working Deacons, whose exem-
plary Christian life we cherish with fond
remembrance, and whose untiring and self
sacrificing labors of love as Superintendent
of the Sabbath School endeared him to all
interested in the spiritual welfare of the
Young The death of such Christian is
loss to the Church and the community, yet
we recognize in this bereavement the hand
of our Heavenly Father, whose judgments
and ways are altogether right and while We
humbly and confidingly submit to this af-
flictive visitation, assured that our brother
is now with the Saviour whom he loved
and served on earth, we deem it a privilege
10 give expression W VIC IeS1IO dIlu eSleSLl
in which we held our departed brother. Be
it, therefore,
Resolved, That this Church has sustained
a great loss in the death of our beloved
brother, F. C. v. Borstel, who as a faithful
Deacon and member, devoted to its best in
terests was untiring in his labors and pray
ers for its prosperity; yet we bow in meek
and humble submission to the will of our
Saviour, assured that He will take care of
the Church for which he shed his blood,
and that his people are precious to him in
their DEATH
Resolved, That we tender to his family our
warmest Christian sympathy in their sore
aff1iction, and our prayers in their bereave-
ment.
Resolred, That blank page on our minute
book be dedicated to the memory of our de-
ceased brother, and that the Clerk of this
Church do inscribe upon it his name, birth,
death and age.
Resolved, That the Clerk of this Church do
furnish the family of our deceased brother
Il copy of this preamble and resolutions, and
that the same be published in the Anderson
papers.
Ss# A true copy fromthc Anderson Bap-
tist Church book.
s. BLECKLEY,
Church Clerk
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
Advice Gratis.

The Hon. Alexander II. Stevens says
"The Globe Flower Cough Syrup has
proven most valuable remedy to me. )"
Gov. James NJ. Smith, of Georgia says :
"I shall always use it with perfect conf
dence, and recommend it to the public
as a remedy which will afford that salts
faction experienced by me and mine. 1t
excels everything for coughs, colds and
obstinate lung affections"
Ex.Gov. Brown, of Ga, says s:-"He
finds the Globe Flower Cough Syrup a
most excellent remedy"
Such endorsement by our great and
good men deserves the attention of the
afflicted. Those suffering from cough,
Guilds and lung affections should use the
Globe Flower Cough Syrup. 1t will pos
itively cure consumption.
For sale by Simpson & Sadler.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
PETIT JURORS.
LOVE AND JEALOUSY.
A Young Lady Stabbed by her Lover
Arrest of the Demented Man.

The quiet community of Williamson was
startled on last Wednesday night with one
of the most shocking occurrences it has ever
been our fortune to record. In a jealous
rage at the refusal of young lady to re-
ceive his attentions and accept his proposals
of marriage, young man attempted to take
the life of young lady, and has thrown g
gloom over respectable households by his
rashness and desperation. The particulars
are stated as follows: Between the hours
OF eight and nine o'clock on Wednesday
evening, young man named Lawrence
Smith, of Greenville County, who was visit
ing the house of E. ]. Pinson, Esq, induced
the daughter of his host, Miss Pinson, to
accompany him short distance from her
fathers house, and without provocation in
flicted eleven or twelve wounds upon her
person with knife. He had been a suitor
for the young lady's hand for the last six or
eight months, and it is supposed that her
refusal to accept his offers of marriage so
enraged him that he resolved to take her
life. The young lady was fearfully stabbed,
and at one time her condition was consider
ed critical, but the latest information gives
promise of a speedy recovery from her
wounds.
Lawrence Smith, after committing this
terrible act, is said to have wandered about
the vicinity of Williamson, but he was
found the next day at his mothers resi-
dence, near Grove Station, on the Greenville
and Columbia Railroad. His uncle, Mr..
Trowbridge, upon hearing the facts relative
to the tragic occurrence, Immediately went
to the house of Smiths mother, and carried
him to Greenville, where he was placed in
the custody of the Sheriff. He belongs to
a respectable family, and is young man of
intelligence. He stated upon his arrest that
he had always entertained the highest re-
spect for the young lady, and declared that
there was no premeditation in the act,
though he exhibited no unusual remorse,
and did not seem to comprehend the enor-
nifty of the crime he had Committed. His
friends claim that he is demented. The
authorities of Greenville County surrendered
Smith to the jailor of Anderson County,
and he was brought to Jail here on last Sat-
urday.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
Scarcity Of Money.

There is no doubt but the present condi-
ton of all kinds OF business and industry is
fearfully depressed, and it behooves every
family to look carefully to their expenses.
Winter is coming on when children are
liable to Group, Whooping Cough, etc.
Coughs and Colds will prevail everywhere,
and Consumption. with other throat and
lung diseases, will carry off many. These
diseases should not be neglected. Doctors
bills are expensive, and we would advise our
people to use BoscHEE's GERMAN SYRUP.
It never has failed. One bottle at rs cents
will keep your whole family well during
the winter. Two doses will relieve any case.
Sold in all towns in the United States, and
by your Druggist, Wilhite & Williams.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
y. n. ROBSON,
COMMISSION MERCHANT,
DEALER IN FERTILIZERS,

G3S EAST BAY, CHARLESTON, >. u
A T the commencement of another brlsi-
n ness year acknowledge with pleasure
the patronage and confidence of my plant
Robson's Cotton and Corn Fertilizer, Rob
sons Compound Acid Phosphate, have CIV
en- very gratifying satisfaction.
In offering them another season give the
best guarantee that they shall be kept up to
the Same high standard, and sold at the
lowest possible price on the most favorable
am prepared to fill orders for all kinds
of Fertilizers together with my Cotton and
Corn Fertilizer and Compound Acid Phos-
Having been among the first to introduce
Guano in this State, confidently refer to
INV planting friends, that, during the series
of years have sold them manures, have
always given pure article. Every manure
is tested. >, ..,.
Cash, s44 per ton; on time, $50 per ton.
Robson's Compound Acid Phosphate
Cash, 1928 per ton ; on time, SS3 per ton.
Payable November /, in middling cotton
at l5c. per pound delivered at local depot.
Cotton and Corn Fertilizer, $3.50 per ton
Acid Phosphate, $45 per ton.
Jan II, 1877 70
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SAN DOMINGO.

There has been considerable interest man
ifested by the colored people of this COM
munity upon the subject of emigrating to
San Domingo by colonies. Frequent meet
ings have been held, and we are informed
that resolution in favor of the project was
adopted at meeting at the Greeley Institute
one night last week. 1t was also decided to
hold a mass meeting of the County at this
place on next Saturday, to which all the
colored people of the County are invited.
There are the most exaggerated rumors
afloat as to the reception which awaits them,
if they go. Land, agricultural implements,
&C., have been promised, and these wild
schemes and plans have as strong believers
now as the famous "forty acres of land and
q mule had just after emancipation. The
message of President Grant is no doubt the
origin of these deluding agitations, but
their object is, we believe, a political one.
A laborer on the place of Mr.. c. c. Arm
strong was summoned to be here next Sat-
urday to testify on oath why he voted the
Democratic ticket. The summons was left
by an unknown colored man, and has no
authority whatever, but it shows that the
meeting for next Saturday is intended to
accomplish. some rascality. Our farmers
should warn their hands not to testify or
sign papers before any one unless regularly
summoned by an officer of the law, for
these rascals who pick up afidavits do not
hesitate to make man say thing when he
intends something entirely different.
We do not mind, but on the contrary,
would like fair investigation of our cleo
ton but we do not wish a mass OF affida-
Wits given which are at total variance to
what the deponents desire to say
In conclusion, we would say to the color
ed people that there is nothing in this move
ment. The United States has no land in
San Domingo, and cannot give any to col
ored people or to any one else. The whole
scheme is hoax, and is intended to accom-
plish some political end. We advise the
colored people to cut loose from these
tricksters, either white or colored, who get
up these measures for their own ends
There is no chance for them to get any Per-
son off to San Domingo, and they know Vt;
but then they can make the excitement pay
them in another way, and so they are trying
TO fool the masses of the colored people.
Watch them.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25

E9~ Simpson. & Sadler are giving
away handsome book entitled Pearls
for the people," containing much valua-
BILE information and many interesting
articles. 1t 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
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25

DR.. P. II. e. Sloan. of Pendleton, who is
general newspaper agent, will be pleased
to collect and receipt for subscriptions to
the Anderson hateuigencer.
There will be meeting of the Martin
Township Democratic Club at Clinkscales
Mill on the first Saturday in February, at
two o'clock p nj, A full attendance is de-
sired.
We are requested to announce that the
Hopewell Democratic Club will meet at
Balls Mill on the first Saturday in Februa-
~ next, at two o'clack p. m. Al! the mem'
bers of the Club are earnestly requested to
attend this meeting
Mr.. William B. Watson has purchased
the Silcox pace, situated about nile ana
q Quarter north of the Court House. he
has removed to his new residence. anu IS
fitting up and repairing the premises. he
will have very handsome and dcom.nodlous
dwelling.
We understand that the town of Pendle-
ton offers to furnish Anderson with few
car loads of excellent mud-warranted to
have superior miring qualities. We appre-
ciate the offer, but as we have an abundant
supply of this commodity already on hand,
we must respectfully decline any increase
by importation.
The collection of taxes has been going on
steadily since our last issue, and large
number of persons from the country have
rode through the mud and disagreeable
weather to respond at once ,to-Hamptons
call. Up to this writing there has been col
lected 81, ,51425, which has been paid in by
372 taxpayers, white and colored.
Wewould call attention to the advertise
ment of the Carswell Institute, which ap-
pears in another column. The principals
have had considerable experience, and are
thoroughly competent as instructors. Per
sons contemplating patronizing the institute
will do well to confer with the principals,
and to clip the advertisement from this
issue for future reference.
Al the last regular meeting of Broadway
Division, No. II, Sons of Temperance, the
following officers were installed: J. B. Car
penter, W. P; J. A. Shirley, W. A; A. A.
Carpenter, &. s.; A. J. Kcown, A. K. s.;
E. NJ. Holland, F. s.; w. P. Kay, T.; A.
Langston Chap; S. E. Gentry, c.; NJ. A.
Kay, A. c.; James Martin, I. s.; d. D.
Gentry, O.. s.
For nearly FIVE weeks now the earth has
either been covered by snow or drenched
with rain, so that the pursuit of the agri-
culturist has been completely suspended.
This long continued wet weather has thrown
our farmers very much behind with their
arrangements for the planting season. In
fact, little or nothing towards the prepara-
ration of land has been done, and the long
continued rains have partially destroyed
the benefits arising from the freezes and
snow which preceded. The roads are in a
horrible condition, and there is very little
of travel through the County in conse-
auence. The return of sunshine is wei
coined by all.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25

The iron for the Spartanburg and
Asheyille Railroad is now being received
in large quantities, and the work of track
laying will begin very soon. 1t is cheer
ing to note such encouraging signs of
material progress in these dull times.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1877-01-25
OBITUARY.

DIED, near Cleburn, Johnson County,
Texas, on 18th December, 1876, in the 77th
year of her age, Miss BETSY ALEXANDER,
native and until 1870 resident of this
County in the vicinity of Craytonville. The
deceased was from early life consistent
member of the Presbyterian Church.
'Thus star by star declines
Till all have passed away,
As morning high and higher shines
To pure and perfect day;
Nor sink those stars in empty night,
But hide themselves in Heavens own
light" .,
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Furman University.

GREENvrILE, S. c., Jan. 20, 1877.
Col. J. A. Hoyt is authorized to receive
money due on University Bonds, and to re-
ceipt for the same in my name. Those who
may find it more convenient may call on
him instead of sending their dues by mail.
1t is hoped that all who are in arrears will
pay, at least, all interest due to January, 1877.
C. H. JUDSON, Treas.
Ton OK 1877; %
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Ian 25. 1871
VALUABLE LAND
AT Public Sale.

II WILL expose to sale on the FIRST
j. MONDAY in FEBRUARY next, at
Anderson Court House, that valuable Tract
of Land known as the
STEELE PLACE,
Lying on the east side of Seneca River, at
Bruces Ford on the Eighteen Mile Creek,
containing
l77O ACRES,
More or less, with admirable and valuable
water-power, sufficient to run any amount
of machinery, together with new and ex-
cellent Circular Saw Mill, Cotton Gin and
Press and Corn Mill, all in good running
order, with considerable River Bottom, and
other lands in cultivation.
TERMS OF SALE.
One-third cash. Balance in one and two
years, with interest from day of sale at ten
per cent. per annum, with mortgage of the
premises to secure the same. Purchaser
can have leave to anticipate payment atany
time.
Titles perfect-not subject to Homestead
or Dover.
Jan II, 1877 26