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The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

MIR. William Peel, native Of this
county and a revenue officer for ono
Of the upper districts, died suddenly
of some affection Of the heart Et the
Jail yesterday morning. Mr.. Peel
had just arrived on visit TO his fam.
lily when he was stricken down and
died.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12
ESTATE Sale,

fHlllE lands Of the late w. M. Iutson
Il can be treated for ut private sale on
a liberal credit. They consist of the
OFFICE LOT,
which will be sold as a whole or in par
cells to suit purchaser.
THE RESIDENCE.
on Russell Street, with out-buidings.
TWO Lots on same side OF Amelia
Street. ana fronting it.
ONE Lot OH opposite side. of Amelia
Street.
Rev. j. D. a. Brown, at the residence.
aud w. +. IIutsOn, at the Oiicc lot. will
give every information in relation there
to-. NJ. NJ. llUTSON,
sept 2G-tt EXccutriX.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

PRoF. =. J. Gonzalez of New
York, practical tuner of organs and
pianos, is in town. This is an excel
lent opportunity for parties TO have
their instruments oye,haulcd.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

TnE New York Herald calls on the
conservative Southern leaders in Con-
gross TO speak out in meeting, and
take charge Of the Democratic party.
in its opinion the aggressives and fire
caters have about run the machine
down.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

A writer in the Laurensville Her.
AID says that the majority of the peo-
pie Cont want Gary for Governor of
the State, and that if he is the long
headed and far seeing statesman that
his friends picture him TO be. he
ought to know it. We think "Peter
Clum" is right.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

MIR. James Mack, one ofour oldest
and most respected citizens on Bull
Swamp, was buried on Wednesday
last, and on Tuesday before his sister
was conveyed TO her Gnal resting
place. These two sad events have
thrown large circle of relations and
friends in deep mourning.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

CURE YOURSELF. Take Halls
Hepatic :Panacca for Dyspepsia, Indi-
gestion, Sick and Nervous Headache,
and ali diseases arising from q torpid
Liver. II is purely vegetable, and
satisfaction guaranteed Or money re-
funded. Price 50 cts, per bottle.
For sale by S. A. Reeves.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

TIE emancipation of tue slaves of
CUBA seems TO be the policy of the
Spanish government. 1t is 10 be a
gradual manumission, and the plan, it
is said, will be definitely arranged
next month. That plan coEtemplat-
cs that the whole matter shall be car
ricd out in eight years, onc-cighth oil
the slaves TO be freed every years and
the selection 10 be made by lot.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

The Guthbert Appeal says: There
are more happy people to-day in Ran
dolph county than ut amy time since
the Indians gave up the territory.
All the young people are getting mar
ricd, cotton is advancing lively, and
all the babies arc boys. What more
could be desired?
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

THE weather continues warm and
dry. Indeed, the little rain that has
fallen seems to have no appreciable
effect upon the wells, streams
and watercourses of our town
and county. Complaints about wells
going dry are increasing and where
the trouble will end we know not.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

AT social gathering in Ireland
the conversation turned, by some ac-
cident, upon marriage. One of the
girls, addressing handsome young
man, quite unconsciously, MS she cx-
planned, said: "If l were you and
you were me l would have married
long ago." We thought it best TO To-
GAIA this tale long ways from home.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

We are indebted 10 Mcssrs. Bull
& Scovill for one Of the most convcn-
lent business calendars VIC have ever
seen. These gentlemen represent sew
cral iirst-class fire insurance compa-
mics, and parties wishing 10 insure
their property can find 10 safer or
more reliable agency than that of
Mcssrs. Pull Il Srovill.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Persons premalurely gray can lave
their hair restored to its youthful
beauty. by using Halls Vegetable
Ecilian Hal: Remover, the best artic-
lie in the market.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

REV. A. w. Lamar, general agent
of the Home Mission board of the
Baptists has resigned his position to
accept the pastor2tc of the Camden
Baptist Church.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

WE are glad to learn that Rev.
Manning Brown, who has been sick
for two or three wdclss, is improving
and hopes TO be able to occupy his
PLACE in the approaching Conference.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

q Mr.. B. .. Evans, Of Providence,
will accept our thanks for a sample
of his exec excellent syrup made from the
ribbon cane. It is as clear as tile
best syrup and has the peculiar flaw
or CHARACTERISTIC Of the best syrup
we buy from the stores.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

NovELTlEs just IN at Henry kohn's
store. Traver kid glove 81 warrant
ed; new scarls, lies, new shades,
silk, satin and velvet trimmings in
dress goods an endless variety of
fabrics and colors.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

T1E Committee on the Prcshyteri
an Fair will meet on next Tuesday
afternoon at 4 o'clock at the residence
of Mr.. Il. G.. Hubbcll.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

We regret that our absence on
business prevented us from wclcom-
ing James S. Hayward, Esq, editor
and proprietor Of the Lingstrce Star
TO our sanctum on Saturday last. Mr..
Hayward is spending : few days with
his relatives in town. We wish him
abundant success both in his profcs.
sion and with his newspaper.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Mr.. w. A. Mcroncy the entcrpris.
ing and popular proprietor Of the
Meroney House is erecting a cottage
on his vacant lot on Broughton
Street.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

THE Fourth Quarterly Conference
of the Methodist CHURCH will be held
ct tho parsonage Friday night at half
past o'clocl. There will be no SER
vice Saturday. Several ministers
are expected to epcnd next Sunday
in the village.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

The Hon. A. w. Lay, member
of Congress from Missouri, died last
week of paralysis.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

DIR. j. Hunter Po oscr, an old citi-
zen and practicing physician of our
county, died at his residence on Sun
day, the 9Th instant, after q long and
painful illness. DR.. Pooscr was Il
man of more than ordinary force OF
mind and skill in his profession
which will make bis death n serious
loss to the community in which lhe
lived. Being gifted with more than
usual ipEcntiHc talent he spent much
OF his time in pcr(eeting q plan by
which = small quantity Of water
could hc utilized for heavy machine
ry. lis lahors in this respect re.
.sultcd in quite ar ingcnius and Won
dclful contrirauce which has attract,
eel many visitors from the surround
ing country TO gee and examine.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

TIE trade Of our town continues
brisk which is due to the firm prices
lnaintai incd py cotton and the APP
proach Of the Christmas holidays.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

TIIE following is the latest cotton
quotations !: Liverpool ii 10 Il 81
cents; Charleston IL to 13 IA cents.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

VIZ hear Gf few cases of chills
and fever which is something new
for this locality.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12
.SHERIDAN'S SCHOOL.
a CLASSICAL SCHOOL FOR
BOYS AND GIRLS.
Corps of Teacllers.

Corps of Teachers.
HUGO G. SuERIDAN........ Principal.
WM. l.. GLAZE ............... lst Assistant,
In charge of 2nd Grade Room.
MISS L. j. MACKAY......2nd Assistant,
In charge of .lst Grade Room and Girls.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Recommend to your children vir-
tue; that alone can make them hap,
py-not gold.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Our merchants are receiving their
full stocks Of Christmas goods, and
the display gives our streets quite 6
Hiyely appearance.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12
Ora,sgehnsg 5emperat.
\ Paper. fo1. tho People.
Post0mco Hours.

Open from half.past 5 to 10 o'clock A..
NJ, and from halif;-past 10 A. n. to 4 p.
" Columbia mail closes at 10 A, M. and
the Charleston mail at halEpnst p. NJ.
! On Tuesdays and Fridays mali for
,Fclderville, Vances Ferry and Holly Hill
closes at half-past A. NJ.
On Fridays mail for Knott's Mills,
Wits Mills and Rishes' Store closes ut
half-past 2 p. NJ.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Tie. attractions Of Charleston, in.
Guiding the Fair, election and session
of the Grand Lodge have attracted
thousands of strangers 10 the city
Old men from the mountain regions
who had never scen q city became
jubilant and enthusiastic over the
prospect of visit to Charleston. Or
the excursion trains the question was
often asked ."Have you ever been tc
The city" Apd the auswc: as offer
returned, 'No, but if these car wheels
keep a-Arning I'll be thar tonight
Charleston is full and ovcraowing.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

ETNhis School opens on the First Monday
Il In September annually, and eOntilL-
ues esunintcrruptedly until the last of June.
TERMS PER MONTH.
First Grade. beginners. 90
Second Grade, sGramm9r, pupils 49,. $50
THIRD Grade, advapced sEpglish: 300
Latin, Greek, and. German each.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

ORANGEBURG, S. g., DECEMBER IL, 1879.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12
NOTIONS

Respectfully call Apcas Banine
York;
$2OpH to !$29Oo A'-N"N
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12
Market Report
CORRECTED WEEKLY by j. C. PIKE.

COTTON.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-12-12

Has brought avarythngiin the fnry Goods line dow
call attention to his immense Fall stock, hardly KNOWN
crate having averything in the wearing line from U
phapts, ,(patern for q Pin Cush
The New York herald., 1879-09-01
SMASHING A TURK.

Elati Omatah. turbaned Turk. was sitting peace
fully Saturday morning dreaming Of houries
and other glories Of the golden East. and as he
dreamed he sighed for the far off pleasures. Then
he yawned and suddenly the happy dreams vanished
and denominations of denominations! there entered
his mouth lump OF the forbidden swine. Starting
to his feet he beheld the wicked face
of Henry OBrien. precocions practical
joker of twelve years. convulsed with laughter ut
the success OF his efforts to make Turk eat pig.
His enjoyment suddenly changed to fright when he
beheld the of the enraged Mussulman. and taking
to his heels he sought refuge in his mothers
The follower Of the Prophet. forgetting that he
not in Bulgaria. pursued and smashed In the
door and proceeded 70 take summary vengeance
casion, and. seizing handy poker began to execute
such neat shilelah practice the Turks head that
fan to retreat and seek the aid OF the
police. Young O'Brien was brought before Justice
Smith yesterday. at the Essex Market Court. on the
charge OF assaulting Elati Omatah, but in view OF
tho Turks breaking into OBrien's residence tho
latter was discharged from custody.
The New York herald., 1879-09-01
HIS COURAGE FAILED.

BoARDKR AT HOTEL BINDS UP HIS
WOUNDS AND CALLS FOR HELP APTER
LODGING TWO BULLETS IN HIS HEAD.
The chimes of Trinity Church had just done ring
ing yesterday morning. and the loungers the
piazza OF the Pacific Hotel, which is on Greenwich,
near Dcy street: watching the late corners
hurrying to service, when one OF the chambermaids
was hastily summoned to Q the third story.
Opening the door she a gray haired and
bearded man standing before her. with
streaming in torrents down Eis face He was
a man who h4d lately come to the hotel. and had
registered Andrew J. Halsey. New Jersey" He
had talked little with the boarders, and they had
Some had said that there something queer in
his manner; others got hold of a rumor that he was
running away from his creditors. The chamber
maid shricked when she saw his wounds and when
the floor with two of its chambers discharged. Her
cries brought the hotel people to the room. and
they at once summoned DIR. Diossy. who practises
in the neighborhood. The Doctor EXTRACTED
the bullets without delay. They had entered the
mans forehead and fattcned against a bone, pene-
trating to inconsiderable depth 1t evident
that after making the attempt to destroy his life he
had taken fright and wrapping tho towel round his
head. had called for nelp. The Doctor asked him
several questions, which he answered in a manner
tho suspicion that he half crazed The
people of the hotel sent for q carriage and
had the wounded man conveyed to the New
York Hospital where he now lies in y somewhat pre-
carious condition. he IL q man OF gentlemanly
pearance; is tall, slim and some ftyhve years old.
The revolver new. The two bullets that were ex-
tracted from Halsey's scalp weighed less than fifty
grains. Various rumors about his history
opinion inclined to the Doctors theory, that howas
out of his senses.
The New York herald., 1879-09-01
THE HISTORY OF A STRANGER.

A wealthy, handsome and brilliant Frenchman has
been q guest at the Hotel de France. No.
% West Third street, for the last three
months. He spoke English fuently. and was in all
respects an accomplished gentleman. He registered
in the hotel under the name OF Louis JAMESON. but
this is supposed to be q fictitious name. He was
muscular in build. thick. full dark beard
and possessed very engaging manners. Four years
ago arrived from Paris. stranger in this city, The
proprietor Of the Hotel de France described him
being at that time man possessed Of great animal
spirits and spending money with lavish hand.
sWas he we'll educatedy' asked the reporter. 'Yes,
yes,'' was the emphatic RESPONSE "a great head,
magnificent college education; big study; many
times many people come in, he treated all for one"
He was then gay and happy Frenchman. He dis
appeared about three years ago. when it was
ascertained that he had returned to France.
city for the second time. changed man.
He was still possessed of ample MEANS but plunged
into reckless dissipation. When engaged in social
carousing he would become suddenly silent and
abstracted. He would stand alone in meditative
attitude, and his thoughtless companions would
stand aloof and point at him. saying.
This state of affairs continued until last evening,
about ten O'clock when he was alone in his room
on the second story OF the Hotel de France
Suddenly crash heard in the yard,
and the landlord. rushing in that direction,
found the unfortunate Frenchman lying on the
flags in an insensible condition. He was bleeding
from terrible cash in the back Of the head,
and he was also suffering from internal in
juries. He had fallen on q meat bench.
Of So ss Mnodousa @ Street rendered meea a
sistance, but there is little hope of his
recovery. The police of the Fifteenth pre-.
the above particulars to Police Headquarters.
The injured man. it is said, held high
military rank in the French army during the war
try because OF a duel with French nobleman grow
ing out OF grievance caused by domestic infeicity.
The New York herald., 1879-09-01
HIS LAST DRINK.

officer Lawlor. OF the Tweuty-thrd precinct. whilo
patrolng his post Saturday night had his attention
attracted to the movements of man who appeared
to be intoxicated. The officer took him into Gus
tody and arraigncd the prisoner at the station
house on u charge OF being drunk and disor-
derby. He seemed to be afflicted with nervous
disorder, and besides 1t was apparent that he
had been indulging in alcoholic stimulants.
He said that his name George Corkron,
and his age iftytwo years. He placed in a cell.
When Doorman Breslin called yesterday morning to
prepare the prisoner to be takcn to court the unfor
tunatc man WAS found dead. Upon his person were
business cards anu old letters. A tin matchbox
contained neatly folded paper, In which de-
posit OF a white powder. which is supposed to bc
strychnine. piece Of pasteboard had scrawled
upon IL in German the following
Ihave been in Now York four have drunk
up every thing. could hnd work. IN take my
drink. q. A.
Haiieiujahi
The body of deceased was removed to the Morgue,
where autopsy will be made to ascertain the cause
of death. Deputy Coroner Goldschindt said that he
had doubt from his knowledge of the case that
deceased required the services of physician when
he taken into the station ho use and that under
the circumst tances the police officials showed worry
little judgment or humanity In consigning to cell
u in mis- prostrated and nervous condition.
The New York herald., 1879-09-01

Ship Martha Bowker. Bowker. from Portsmouth for
BuenOs Ayres July 1S, lat II N, lon 2j w.
Ship David Brown, Colcord from New York for AMER
July 81, lat 81 N, lon 81 W..
Ship John Bryce Morse. from Liverpool for callao July
Ship Henrietta. Blanchard, from Hamburg for BaltL
moro. Aug 9. lat 4 N, Ion 81 w.
Ship Rock Terrace Br) Fletcher, from Liverpool for
Bombay. July 26 lat s. Ion IS w.
Ship Soooo Allen, from Now York for Yokohama uy
IL. lat 10 n Ion 80 w.
An american ship showing JMPR steering s. July o.
lat IL N, Ion ~ w.
Bark Don Jusio, Jones, from Portland for Payunda.
July II, Lat 81 N, Ion 40 W. '4.sis4'
Bark Daggry Nor Christophersen from Stavanger for
Baltimore, Aug ~ lat 4S lon 80.
Bark Blanche How, Hussey from Portland for Buenos
Ayres, July y, lat 80 Ion 4OW.
Brsakwster. Ang S, lat 5S, Ion II.
BARK Bearse, Marston. from New York for Valpar-
aiso July 90, lat 2 n, Ion 81 W.
Bark David r Mathesen, from Liverpool for st John,
NIB, Aug l3. lat Al Ion ~
Bark Kosmos tGer westerberg from for Konigs
berg. Aug IA, lat A., lon ~
Bark Germania GER. schulkeu, from Rotterdam for
Bark James Kenway lBr, Mcdonald. from Glasson Dock
for Charleston, Aug 2, lat 4S, Ion IL
Bark Wieand Qierl vogelsang, from Hamburg FOR New
York, Aug q, lat 46 So Ion 38 25.
Bark SpsstaS cro,siey hom Bombay for Amsterdam.
bark Rowland Hill (Br) Hti from Liverpool for Pha-
delpha with loss Of jibboom) Aug lat 40 81 lon 10
Bark Emmanuel Nor) from Liverpool for Philadelphia,
Aug .. lat 80, Ion 81 so.
Abark M showing MWva Wv from Liverpool for Honolulu.
A German vessel showing QDGH: from - for San
An AmericSn vessel showing -PRWJ," Ang Is, of
Scilly,
The New York herald., 1879-09-01

lar and without DESIGN as the cracke lines in old
porcelain. richly repped uncut velvet caliea roya
velvet is a glace or shot velvet with one shade Tor
the ground giving changeable effect through the
reps that are OF another color. This is very hand
some in the new peony red and mahogaiiy sAaues'
which vary from light to dark reddish brown.
FEATHERS.
Feather ornaments combine many rich coiors
mounted in Hat pieces that conform to the shape or
the bonnet Sometimes whole bird is placed IN
natural poise the front or side OF the nat or one
bird is made to do service for two hats py being
snlit in halves from bill to tail. with little top
knot added The beautiful Brazilian humming
birds are made into hat ornaments Sontary pirus
are mounted to show their feet, and at times the
feet are stuck in pompons or in HAT ornament:
An Alsacian bow is formed of birds wings. Bits or
tinse OF jet and many jet oea.s are aoaou 70 str;c
plumes imported and all the new SHADES arc
combined in the tips Mercutio plumes are tppeo
with jet curled like willow plumes.
FASHION NOTES.
Tho broad belt, with aumoniere attached. is rs
Fashionable as ever Four inches ia the most popular
Width for the belts. The most stylish OF these
cessories have the belt and bag both made III the
dress material.
and beauty, is the invention of Frenchman. 1t Is
q tiny gold lamp, small enough to be suspended
from watch chain which viii actually Dmrn Ior OF
go to bed 1t is carried more by gentlemen than
ladies' the latter less apt to be placed in cir
cumstances where it would be needed
New styles in lingerie have the collars and cuffs
made of solid colored gingham embroidered with
white in the turned over corners One OF the pret-
faceted jet buttons used for studding the ribbon
trimming at intervals. New brooches of riveted
jet and steel or gold and many long jet daggers
are worn. Roman ssshes are again worn. forming
large loops at the waist The utra-fashonabe style
OF sashes are composed OF broad satin ribbon in .
solid Of the shade of the dress, its prevail
ing These tied at the back OF the waist in
bow. with two very long fat ends. reaching quite
two-thrds the length OF the dress. The Partisan
fancy of trimming long street basques is to place six
large buttons each Of the side seams the button
itself being OF pearl enamel or porcelain decorated
with horses head. Little horseshoes also seen
on buttons, but more refined style to be adopted
here the Of polished steel buttons with very
small horseshoe q clover leaf set in cut steel.
The New York herald., 1879-09-01
MIDNIGHT WEATHER REPORT.
War DEPARTMENT,
VAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THR CHIEF SIGNAL OPFIcEn,
WASHINGTON. Sept. III A. NJ.

WAR DEPARTMENT,
OFFICE OF THK CHIEF SIGNAL OPFrcEn.}
WASHINGTON. Sept. Ii A. NJ.
Indications.
For tho South Atlantic States. slightly warmer.
partly cloudy weather, variable winds mostly south
eastcrly. nearly stationary barometer.
For the East Gulf States. cloudy rainy weather.
southeasterly Winds stationary temperature falling
barometer.
For the West Gulf States cloudy weather. with
frequent rains. winds mostly from northeast to
northwest. nearly stationary temperature.
For Tennessee and the Ohio Valley. cloudy. rainy
weather. winds mostly northeastcrly. stationary
temperature, stationary falling barometer.
For the lower lake region. partly cloudy weather.
variable Winds stationary temperature. stationary
or falling barometer.
For the upper lake region and Upper Mississippi
Valley. clear partly cloudy weather. winds mostly
northwesterly. stationary or lower temperature.
For the Lower Missouri Valley, clear partly
cloudy weather. winds mostly northwesterly. sta
tionary or higher temperature.
For the Pacific coast region clear parity cloudy
weather.
For the Middle States and New England. clear or
partly cloudy weather. light variable winds. mostly
from south to west, stationary higher tempera-
ture and barometer.
The rivers will remain nearly stationary.
Cautionary signals continue at Indianola. Calves
ton, New Orleans, Port Eads and Mobile.