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PECIMIARITIEs OF THE MULE.

One of the dead certainties about mule
is that he is sure-footed, especially with his
hind feet. He never misplaces them. If he
advertises that his feet will be at certain
SPOT at certain time, with sample of mule
shoes to which he would call your attention,
you will always find them there at the ap.
pointed time. He is as reliable as the day of
Judgment, and never cancels an engagement.
Every man living who drove mule team
during the war now draws pension.
l never owned mule. came near buy
ing one once He was fine looking animal.
His ears stood up like the side spires on an
Episcopal church. His tail was trimmed
down so it looked like tar brush leaning up
against him. He was striped off like the
American flag, and Raphael's cherubs never
looked more angelic than did that mule. He
looked all innocence, though be was 80 in no
sense. The owner sat in the wagon, with his
chin resting on his hand and his elbow rest
ing on his knee. In the other hand he held
stick with a brad in the end of it. l ex-
amined the mule and asked the man few
questions, and out of mere form inquired if
the mule was kind, or if he kicked?" kind ?
Kick? said the man, and those were the last
words he ever uttered He reached his stick
over the front of the wagon and stuck the
brad into that mule. 1t was awful to see a
man snuffed out so quickly as he was. 1t al.
most took away my breath, he went so sud-
denly. | never saw the thread Of life snap
so abruptly as it did on that occasion. He
didn't have time to leave message for his
family. That mule simply ducked his head,
and then pair of heels flew out behind ;
there was crash, flying of splinters, and
that was all and the next moment that mule
and stood alone, my face covered with as.
tonishment two feet deep, and his covered
with an old bride. The next day [ read an
account in the telegraphic news Of shower
of flesh in Kentucky. vas the only man
that could explain that phenomenon, and l
did not dare to, lest should be implicated in
the affair with the other mule
I have seen death in many forms, but |
don't recolect of ever seeing funeral gotten
up with less pomp and display than on that
occasion. If l had my choice to either work
in a nitro glycerine factory, or take care of
mule, I should go for the factory, as in case
of an explosion, there would be more posi-
bilty of my friends finding some little me-
mentoes of me, with which to assuage their
grief. A very small piece of me would light.
en- a very big sorrow.-GEoReE A. QU1MBY
in Boston Globe.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
OUR PREMIUM OFFERS.
CLUB BOOKS YET OPEN !

WITH the view of accommodating number
w of club-makers, whose clubs for the cur
rent volume of the ENQUIRER are not as large
as they desire, we'll also as to extend to all who
may desire it the opportunity of obtaining the
paper at club rates, we have decided to keep open
our club books until the FIRST MONDAY OF
NOVEMBER NEXT. Until that date, subscri-
bers will be received through club-makers, who
makers being duly accredited with all names they
may return under the present proposition, which
names will be added to their former lists. New
clubs will also be received from those who may
desire to obtain any of the elegant Premiums we
offer for such service. In this connection we
would again invite attention to our
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

It is not necessary that the names OF club
should all be at the same post office. Names may
be taken at any number of places if they are all
returned by the same Club Agent. One name
for two years, will be equivalent to two names for
one year each.
The time for completing clubs under the above
offer is limited to the FIRST MONDAY OF
NOVEMBER. 1877, by which time the names with
the cash, should be returned to the office, though
nnmos may be returned ut any tirno between this
and the above date. No premium will be deliver
ed until the requisite number of names has been
returned, and the full amount due for them paid.
All subscriptions must be forwarded to US at
the expense of those sending them.
In sending names. write plainly, giving coun-
ty post-ofice and State.
All subscriptions will be discontinued atthe ex-
piration of the time paid for.
All subscribers to the ENQUIRER will receive
the paper free of postage.
Persons entitled to receive Premiums, must
give full directions as to whom and how they
shall be delivered.
A separate list will be kept for each club-maker,
who will be credited with every name sent, so
that the number returned by any person can be
ascertained at moments notica.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
LIST OF PREMIUMS,

ed by us with special reference to securing only
articles of value and which will prove servicea-
BILE to those procuring them. The regular retail
price is given with each and they are just as good
as so much cash to those who receive them. All
the articles are put down in our schedule at man.
ufacturers' regular retail prices, and cannot be
bought with cash any lower than the prices here
given. Premiums Nos. l,2and will be delivered
through the mails, to persons entitled to receive
them, free Of cost. The other Premiums will be
delivered at the expense for freight charges, of
those receiving them. In cases where Premiums
can be delivered at our publication Office, arrange
ments may be perfected for reducing the freight
charges on small articles to a nominal amount.
The charges for freight on the Silver Ware and
Cutlery Premiums will be from New York on
the Cooking Stoves from Greensboro, N. c.; and
on the Sewing Machines from Baltimore. Md.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
A BUSINESS MANS HABITS.

A sacred regard to the principles of justice
forms the basis of every transaction, and reg
ulates the conduct of the upright man of
business
He is strict in keeping his engagements.
Does nothing carelessly or in hurry.
Employs nobody to dc what he can easily
do himself
Keeps everything in its proper place.
Leaves nothing undone that ought to be
done, and which circumstances permit him
to do.
Keeps his designs and business from the
view Of others.
Is prompt and decisive in his dealings, and
does not overtrade his capital.
Prefers short credits to long ones, and cash
to credit at all times, either in buying or SELL
ing; and small profits in cases with little
risks, to the chance of better gains with more
hazard.
He is clear and explicit in all his bar
gains.
Leaves nothing of consequence to mem.
ory, which he can and ought to commit to
writing.
Keeps copies Of his important letters, in
voices and business documents, put away in
an orderly manner, so that on occasion they
may be easily referred to-.
Is always at the head of bis business, we'll
knowing that if he leaves it, it will leave
him.
Holds as a maxim "that he whose credit is
suspected, is not one to be trusted"
Is constantly examining his books, and
transmits all his ACCOMPLISHMENTS to his Gus.
toners, both at home and abroad
Avoids as much as possible all sort Of &C.
commodations in money matters and law suits,
where there is the least hazard.
He is economical in his expenditure, al
ways living within his income.
Keeps his memorandum book in his pock.
ct, in which he notes every particular rea.
tive to appointments, addresses and petty
cash matters
Is cautious how he becomes security for any
person, and is generous, when urged by mo-
tives of humanity.
Let man act strictly to these habits !;
when once begun, they will be easy to con-
tinue in, and success will attend his efforts.
Take pleasure in your business, and it will
become your recreation.
Hope for the best, think for the worst, and
manfully bear whatever happens.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
THE Time OF CLOSING.

Club-makers, and those who may wish to form
clubs. should bear in mind that the offers we here
present do not invite competition for Premiums.
az in the case of working to secure the LARGEST
CLUB Each club-maker sending the requisite
number ofsubscribers will obtain the Premium
offered for the specified number. The time, how
ever. for completing club is limited. under the
present offer. until the FIRST MONDA? OF
NOVEMBER, 1877. Names may be sent in at
anv time prior to the above date. Send the
names as fast as obtained. accompanied with the
cash, and the Premium will be delivered when
the reouisite number of names has been returned.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
DESCRIPTIVE LIST.
Our Cooking Stove Premium.

The ecoont CookInp Stoves which we offer Premums
MANUFACTURED by Sergeant McCauey at Green's
boro c. These Stoves made Of the best Scotch pig met
NJ with heavier and thicker plate than any other stove In the
market and consequently will the longer withstand heat and
hard usage They of handsome pattern and neat finish,
and warranted equal points of appearance, durability and M
nrio cooking Gaies any Stove manufactured In the
Union The have selected to give as Premium the
largest size made by the manufacturers and with each one VIII
bc furnished without CHARGE joints and elbow of pipe,
and a necessary cooking utensils viz one ham boiler one
boe NOT and cover KETTLE round frying PAM one
oms vnr nan one round edda pair waffle rons two sheet
iron bread pans one scaper and e Over FIVE THOU
SAND these In use In Virginia and North ana son
aro,no and they give universal satisfaction. The stoves Will
he shpped to those entitled receive them as Premiums direct
from HE manuactory In Greensboro ~ e.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
CLEANSING AND REPAIRING.

TNHE undersigned would respect Nully inform
the public that he is prepared to cleanse gar
ments Of any fabric whatever. rendering them
the original brightness and lustre Of the goods.
Do not throw away your old clothes, but have
them cleaned and made TO look as we'll as new.
Work promptly done, and at the most reasona-
BILE prices. THOMAS BALLARD.
March % 13
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
YORK MARBLE YARD.

VTNHE undersigned is still conducting the Mar
i BILE Business in Yorkville, and would re-
spectfully inform the public that he can supply
those in want of MONUMENTS or HEAD
STONES with anything in his line, and at the
lowest cash prices.
Monuments designed and finished in the most
elaborate style, and in point Of workmanship and
material warranted equal to the work of any es-
tablishmenti in the country.
Head and Footstones, in various styles, from
plain to highly carved work, furnished at short
notice. and satisfaction guaranteed.
Specimens usually on hand, to an inspection Of
which, those in want Of marble work are respect
fully invited.
Estimates and any other desired information
cheerfully given at any time.
Work delivered at any point on the Chester
and Lenoir Narrow Gauge Railroad, between
Chester and Dallas, or at any place between
Rock Hill and Winnsboro, on the Charlotte, Co.
lumbia and Augusta Railroad, free Of charge for
transportation.
Thankful for the patronage heretofore bestowed
upon my establishment, my determination is to
merit continuance Of the same.
F. HAPPERFIELD.
March 1y
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

EcoNoMY.-"We have got to practice the
most rigid economy at such a time as this"
remarked man the other day to crowd on
the sidewalk. "Ihave stopped all the papers
for which 1 formerly subscribed, and don't
buy candy, toys, and such trumpery for the
children times are hard. Come in, boys,
and take drink p
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

say In attempting to carve fowl one day,
gentleman found considerable difficulty in
separating its joints, and exclaimed against
the man who sold him an old hen for young
chicken. "My dear" said the enraged mans
wife, "don't talk so much about the aged and
respectable Mr.. B. he planted the first hill
of corn that was planted in our town." 81
know that" said the husband, "and I believe
this hen scratched it up"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

BV A stone cutter once received from a
German the following epitaph, to be engraved
on the tombstone of his deceased wife: "My
wife Susan is dead if she had lif til next Fri
day, she'd been dead shust two weeks. AS a
tree fall 80 must she stand. All dings is i'm
possible NIT God"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

EXPERIENCE OR INsTINCT.-"Which is the
most neutrality-suspicious. or instinct" was
the subject up for discussion at country de-
batting society recently. One member said
experience teaches US to back up to hot
stove when we are cold, but when our coat
tails catch fire instinct is boss.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

aT A woman was testifying in behalf of
her son that had worked on farm "sver since
he was born" The lawyer who cross examin-
ed her said "You assert that your son work
ed on farm ever since he was born ?" 81
do ?" "What did he do the first year?" "He
MIXED" The lawyer evaporated.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

THE COURT AGREED.-Two young attor-
neys, according to the Gold Hill (Nev.) Ne,cs,
we're wrangling for long time before Judge
Knox, of Virginia, over point of law. His
Honor rendered his decision, and the sprig who
had lost impudently remarked, "Your Honor,
there is a growing opinion that all the fools
are not dead yet" "Certainly," answered
the court, with unrufled good humor; quite
agree with you, Mr.. Blank, and congratulate
you upon your healthy appearance"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

np A Wisconsin constable levied on the
undivided half" of mule. He wasn't par
ticular which end he took, and it was thirteen
days before he opened his eyes and recognized
his wife.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
BARBER SHOP.

ionable and stylish cut of hair, or pleasant
and luxurious Shampoo, are reminded that
THOS. BALLARD, Professor of the Art Tonso-
rial is still in business, in his old Shop next door
to the ENQUIRER building, where it will afford
him great pleasure to wait upon all who may de-
sire his services. Razors honed and sharpened,
and any other work of that kind promptly done.
THOMAS BALLARD.
December u 81
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
A Club and an Extra Copy.

For club of subscribers paid In advance n the regular
club rates we will glve Instead Of Pemlm extra copy o
the paper to any who may prefer that arrangement but In con-
sequence ofhe liberal Premiums we are now oering we cannon
afford give extra copy TO the cubaker VINO receives
INV Premiums enumerated OH our list.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23

nsg- Many persons still believe in omens.
When Mrs. K, who resides little distance
out in the country, overturned the salt-cellar
a few mornings since, with blanched face she
exclaimed: "Something dreadful is agoing
to happen afore night! 1 know there is p
And sure enough something dreadful did
happen. A city friend with three children
and three trunks arrived in the afternoon to
spend the summer with her.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
Sewing Machine Premium.

The superior Sewing Machine we offer rs Premlum, Is
tbc wclknown Weed Machine and II manufactured BY the
Weed Sewing Machine Company Hartford, Conn II Is adapt
all the of family sewing; can be readily & eompre pre-
hcndrd by any easily is always ready; VIII 40 any
and ali kinds of sewing with less changing and fewer extra at
tnchments se adjusng Is two-thread Machine making
nm Elastic Stitch; stands solid and m with long and
rooy folding table, and has the convenience of two drawers
Several of these Machines during the past year. nave hee
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
The farm and fireside.
SERMON TO GIRLS ON COOKING.

Cooking classes have been popular among
fashionable young ladies of late years. But
there is no cooking class which quite equals,
in its opportunity for excellent Information,
that which you may find at home. Presum-
ing that I am talking to girl who has just
left school, I advise you to make use of your
leisure in taking lessons from your mother.
There is an absolute, splendid feeling of inde-
pendence in knowing how to make perfectly
light, sweet, substantial bread. Then try
your hand at biscuits, mullins, cornbread, toast
and all the different forms into which bread
stuffs may be blended. Toast seems simple
thing enough, but it is frequently so ILL made
that it does not deserve the name. Cruel, a
necessity of the sick room, is often hopeless
mystery to women who have the vagueSt idea
of how it is evolved from the raw material.
After you have mastered the bread question,
try meats and vegetables. Any bright girl
who can comprehend an equation, or formu-
late a syllogism, can overcome the difficulties
which beset her when learning to cook. Lu-
cent syrups, golden cake, delicately Drowned
bread, quivering jellies, melting creams, aud
the whole set of material things glori6ed be-
cause made for loves sake and for the good
of ones dear ones, are fit expressions for any
woman. The charm of this accomplishment
lies in the fact that it imparts to its owner
gratifying sense of power it bestows on her,
too, the power of blessing and resting those
she loves best. Wherever the cook goes she
takes her welcome along. One may tire of
the sweetest singing, of the loveliest poetry, Of
the finest painting, and of the most witty con.
vcrsation, but of good cooking, never. Yet
would be sorry to have you contented to be
merely a cook-only a domestic machine.
That is not my meaning or intention. Be
artist, poet, inventor, and wellbred woman {;
be the most and best that you can, and add,
as matter of course, ability to keep house
we'll and to do all that good housekeeping in.
cludes.-Erchange.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
FOR RENT OR SALE,

VIlHE DWELLING HOUSE AND LOT situa-
ted near the Methodist Church in Yorkville.
The house is two-story and contains six large
rooms and basement. The lot contains about two
acres and is we'll enclosed. On the lot is a we'll Of
water, lumber house, stable, crib, etc. For fur
ther particulars, apply to L. M. GRIST.
April 10 16 tt
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA,

YORK COUNTY.
To Mary Anderson, Jane Brown, Decatur Ander-
son, Nancy Anderson, Robert Mann, Jane
Mann, John Williford, Mary Nichols, heirs
known; and heirs of Robert Anderson, de-
ceased, (names unknown); legal heirs and
representatives of William Anderson, who
died ntestate :-GREETING.
i ofProbate, to be holden at York Court House
for York county, on the sixth day of September,
Ammo Domini, 1877, to shew cause, If any you
can, why the real estate Of William Anderson,
deceased, situate in said county, on Lust Branch,
adjoining lands of J. M. Williford and the land
known as the Cham mbers tract, and containing one
hundred and sixty acres, should not be divided
sold, alotting to the said legal heirs their re-
spective interests therein.
Given under my Hand and seal this 18th day of
II. 81 July, A. D., 1877.
J. A. MCLEAN, Judge of Probate.
July 26 80 ct
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Terms of Subscription Free of Postage.

Single copy one year, $500. In clubs each sub
scriber, per year, $3.50 Money may be forward
ed at our risk by draft, postoftice order or regis
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Write names plainly, giving post-office, county
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Smiths Bible Dictionary.

This Dictionary is the work of Dr. William Smith, OF me
the world who In Its preparation associated with himself over
seventy distinguished dvines and authors, of both Europe and
ths contry the Of preparing comprehensive Die
tonary of the Bible and supplying want long felt by the reg
Ions nbc The of these ahos appeared In three large
and verv costly Volumes wonderful monument of learning
An ardsemen of great work. for popular made by Dr.
Smith himself is the have arranged to furnish our sub
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TROUBLE WITH THE LADIEs.-A German
florist, in high state of irritation, said 81
have so much drouble NIT de ladies ven dey
come to buy minerose. Dey wants him hardy,
dey wants him doubles, dey wants him fra
grand, dey wants him nice COLOR, dey wants
every dings, in Won rose. l hopes l am not
vatyou calls Won uncallant man. But have
sometimes to say to the ladies, "Madame,
never often see the ladies dat vas beautiful,
dat vas rich, dat vas good temper, dat vas
youngs, dat vas clever, dat vas perfection, in
one ladies, | see her much not"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1877-08-23
THE COLUMBIA REGISTER,
PUBLISHED
DAILY, TRI.WEEKLY AND WEEKLY,
COLUMBIA, s. c.,
by
HOYT, EMLYN & M'DANIEL.
JAMES A. HOYT, Editor.

VlHE DAILY REGISTER contains the latest
/ news of the day. all commercial, political
and other matter sent by telegraph. full local re-
ports, editorials upon all current topics, and
GRANGE AND AGRICULTURAL DEPART
MENTS.
The Daily has circulation extending to all
parts of the State, is circulated in nearly every
State in the Union, and is constantly increasing
therefore az an ADVERTISING MEDIUM it cannot
be esurpassed.
THE TRI-WEEKLY REGISTER is issued
every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morn
ing, and contains all the news of two days in one
issue.
THE WEEKLY REGISTER is an EIGHT
PAGE paper, containing forty eight columns, en-
bracing the cream Of the news of each week.
This paper is within the reach of every family,
and we pleased to state the fact that its large
circulation is rapidly increasing.
THE REGISTER Is loa0 the Organ Of the State
Grange and all matters Of interest to the Patrons
Of Husbandry will be treated in their appropriate
department, The Agricultural and Grange ar
ticies will appear in each OF our publications.
Daily, Tri-Weekly and Weekly.
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Our Silver Ware and Cutlery Premiums.

With the very liberal offer which are enabled to make,
beautifully furnished table within the reach of almost eV-
cry keeper, and here is an opportunity OF which, IL e
ladies avail themselves they may secure with but little trouble
valuable set of Silver Cutlery Those articles made for
us by the cIs Hart Manufacturing Company p Fulton street
Ve, Work nnd are warranted be of the best material