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The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

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The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
WE saw man on Monday evening

WE saw man on Monday evening
last trying to walk a chalk line across
the public square, but diverging to
the right he came up against the en-
CINE house pump; after disengaging
himself from the pump he stcercd for
Pixies corner, but landed into The
mercilcss embrace Of q policeman, who
lodged him in Jail. We regret to see
drunkenness on the increase in our
town. Such sights are becoming
common on the streets.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

MIR. f. DeMars, with his usual en-
terprisc, has increased his supply of
goods by purchasing large portion
of the stock recently on sale by Mr..
J. II. Schachte. BY force Of energy,
politcness and business tact, together
with the courteous attentions of his
clerk, Mr.. A. Moorcr, Mr.. DeMars
has established himself in our midst
rs a successful business man, true
citizen and worthy gentleman.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

&, OK. Wednesday evening last q col
ored man, living on the place Of Mr..
Augustus Fludd, in st. Matthews,
left his house with two small children
in it. Fastening the door to keep
the children in, he proceeded to the
woods to obtain wood for the nights
nse. While cutting he heard scream.
ing and looked only to see his house
on fire. Before reaching the spot to
rescue the children the roof fell in
and the children were burned to
death. Trial Justice Julius A. Ed
wards held an inquest over the bodies
and verdict was returned in accord
ance with the above facts.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

WE learn that Mr. Julian J. Salley
has been appointed agent for the
Singer Sewing Machine Company for
this county. Jealous and active, Mr..
Sallcy will prove valuable acquisi-
ton TO the company. With Mr.. Geo.
Schiffley controlling the business of
the Wheeler and Wilson Company
and MIR. Sallcy that OF the Singer,
our citizens may as we'll make up
their minds to buy q machine, as
they are determined to supply all of
our people WHO need one.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

AS cheap store as any in town is
that kept by Mr.. A. B. Walker, on
Russel-street. Superior advantages
in tirst-class gools and at low prices
are offered here. Indeed we know of
no place where more can be bought
for the same amount of money. Mr..
Wnlker gives general satisfaction and
will make every effort to maintain
his reputation as O. Merchant.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31


WE are informed that the Young
Mems CHI istian Association of our
town propose having n series of Dime
Readings, the first Of them to take
place February l1th, at Boliver's
Hall. Several of our leading citizens
have consented to read, and we trust
the community will show their appre-
citation, by their presence, of an en-.
tertainmcnt that has q tendency tc
educate as we'll as TO please. The
matter is in tho hands Of competent
committee, and we arc sure will
prove success.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

THE Charleston Evening Journal,
little afternoon paper recently start.
ed in Charleston, has suspended, only
having issued four editions. Messrs.
Riordan &c Dawson have conducted
the News and Courier OH such fair
and liberal terms as to completely
kill off ali opposition, and they rich
ly deserve all the success they have
achieved.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

MIR. 4. j. King, dealer in foreign
and domestic liquors, tobaccos, Sc
gars, sc, still keeps at the Doyle
corner, where his promptness TO meet
the demands Of customers, his polite
attentions and courteous manners
have made him favorite dealer in
such goods. Those in need of any
thing in his line would do well to
give him a call.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

OUR readers are familiar with the
stand on the corner Of Russell and
Treadwell streets, where our enter
prisirg young merchant, Mr.. Charles
S. Bull keeps a first-class family
grocery and provision store. Mr..
Bull has made arrangements to fur
nish his customers with fresh and
frst.class goods, and he means by
close attention to business to meet
every want of his patrons. Remem,
Der the place and give him call.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

IT is written in a fine female hand,
says Western editor. It's a poem
and asks: "Wh:.t was the dream of
your life" 1t was signed, "Elfrida." j."
We haven't room for The poem, but
jnst to quiet Ellrila, we will answer
her conundrum. The dream Of our
life has been to he rich enough to put
on clean shirt every day, and to
have two suits Of clothes, with n pair
of suspenders to each pair Of pants.
But 1T has never been realized, Elfri,
da. Castles in the air.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
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The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The Executive Committee of the
Grand Lodge of B'nai Birth at Phila-
dclphia recommend in their report
that an annual collection be taken up
in every lodge for the benefit of the
"Alliance Israelite Universelle," and
for the elevation of Hebrews in lands
where oppressive laws have hereto
fore checked their progress. "a.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The Columbia Register, of the 29th
instant, says that the prisoners re-
Gently convicted at our court were
delivered to the Superintendent of
the Penitenliavy on last tuesday by
Sheriff Livingston. Their names,
crimes, and terms of Imprisonment
have already been published in this
paper.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

Ginger Ale Soda Water, an excel
lent tonic and winter beverage will
he kept constantly on hand during
the winter by DIR j. G.. Wannamakcr.
Congress water on draught and in
bottles always on tland. &
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The South Carolina Rail Road will
sell tickets ut reduced price from
all points Oh the road to Charleston
from February lst to February 18th,
good to return until February 17th.
This will afford an opportunity to all
who desire to attend the Grange and
Masonic meetings and races to do so
at prices to suit the times.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

THAT portion Of the goods of the
stock Of Mr. j. II. Schachtc, not dis
posed Of will be sold at the auction
ton rooms of Mr.. C. D. Korljchn on
Saturday next and Salesday in Febru-
ary. Remember it.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The United States Senate Finance
Committee have decided to recon-
mend a reduction of the tax on to-
bacco from the present rate of "a
cents per pound to 20 cents. If this
becomes a law it will rejoice the
hearts Of tobacco users.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

If any of our friends should visit
the town OF Spartanburg and want u
nice article of jewclry or silvcrware
we would commend our old friend, J :.
A. Henneman, rs the proper man TO
buy it from. He keeps one of the
finest establishments in the up coun-
try.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The weather has shifted round
again ana become warm-very COM
fortably warm. Over-coats, so long
a necessity, may be doficd anu a
spring dress, so long forgotten, may
be donned with little risk Of the epi-
zootic.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

A colored woman, apparently an
idiot, on Saturday struck little
child a severe blow upon the head
with stick, and inflicted q painful
wound. Such persons should not be
allowed to run at large upon tie
streets,
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

LAST Tuesday night the room oc-
cupied as a sleeping apartment by
our young friends, Mcssrs. T.. NJ.
Raysor and James A. Hamilton, on
Russell street, was entered and rob-
bed of clothing to the value of about
one hundred dollars. No clue to the
bhief.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

Mr.. Kennedy Exum's still, located
few miles from town in the Fork,
was burned on Saturday morning
last from causes supposed to be en-
tireiy accidental. The loss is heavy.
There was no insurance on the prop
erty.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

MIR. James Cannon and Charlie
Thorn took the train for Charleston
on Monday night to appear before
the Teller Committee as witnesses in
the orangeburg election case.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The Charleston Evening Journal,
Of last week, says: "Malcolm 1.
Browning, Esq, the chairman of the
Executive Committee of the Demo-
cratic party Of Orangeburg County
Is in the city, for the purpose of tes-
tifying before the Teller Committee" )"
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

A monkey, belonging to Mr..
Hughes, of the Fork. created quite n
sensation on the streets among the
idle darkies. His curious antics SEEM
ed to be quite source Of amusement
Judging from the large crown massed
near the wagon.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

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The State OF South Carolina.
= ORANGEBURG COUNTY.


BY G. B. GLOVER, Esq, Probate Judge.
MDHEREAS, G. G. DANTZLER
w hath made suit to me TO grant him
Letters Of Administration of the Estate
and effects of FLORENCE GLOVER.
deceased: These are therefore to cite and
admonish all and singular the Kindred
and creditors of the said FLORENCE
GLOVER, late of Oranncburg Coun-
ty, deceased. that they be and APP
pear, before me, in the Court Of Pro
bate. to TIC. held ut Orangcburg G. H., on
the 10th Of February next, after publica-
ton hereof, 1T IL o'clock in the forenoon,
to slicw cause, II any they have, why the
said Administration should not be grant
ed.
Given under my hand, this 25th day of
January, Auno Domini 1879.
G. Is. GLOVER,
Jan 3l-2 Judge of Probate o. C.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
ORANGEBURG, S. c., GAN. 81, 1879.

Mr.. James l.. Sims is authorized
to receive and receipt for all moneys
due the Edisto Clarion for advertis-
ing and subscription, and hc will fill
out all subscriptions to the Clarion
for which we have received pay.
+. G.. ANDREWS d Son,
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

FOURTEENTH OF Februnry, st. VAL
entine's day, q large and new supply
Comic and Sentimental Valentines at
Henry Kohn's.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

The Waveriey House, Charleston,
S. c., will charge Patrons $1.5O per
day board during the meeting of the
State Grange. E. J. FIELDER,
Master Pomona Grange.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

" A young man, named Stoudenmire,
in the employ Of Mr.. J. II. Fielder,
died quite suddenly on last Wcdnes-
day of congestion.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

Mr.. Theo. Kohn is offering his
winter stock at reduced figures. See
his advertisement.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

Mr.. B. Frank Slater, who is driv-
ing huge business in the stock line,
will receive car load of fine horses
On the 18th of February.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
Married.

On Sunday. january IS, 1879, by Mr..
j. j.. Rast, Mr.. Sam Kemerlin to Miss
Fannie llaigler, all of Orangcburg Coun-
ty. No cards
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
HAIL Road Schedules.
SOUTH CAROLINA RAIE. ROAD.

CHARLESTON, S. c., Dec. l3, 1879.
On and after Sunday next. the 18th in
slant, the Passenger Trains OH this road
will run as follows:
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31
Hardware.
s. R. MARSHALL & co.
$40 KING.sT,.
CHARLESTON, S. G.

CI1 CI1ARLESTUN, s. Q.
OFFER a COMPLETE LINE OF
HARDWARE, pOTwARE,
TIN WARE, NAILS.
WOODWARD, ROPE,
SADDLERY, CUTLERY;
GUNS, &c. Also, Agricultural Steels,
rs follows: Straight and Turn Shuvcls.
Scooters, b Ill Tongues, and Sweeps OF
all kinds, suitable for the wholesale and
retail trade.
Merchants would do well 10 call
and examine our stock before purt
chasing elsewhere.
Charleston, Sept. ~, 1873. 3mo
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

WE hear Of considerable sickness
IN town. Mostly among children.
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

DIAMONDS, PEARLS, CAMEOS.
AS well as less costly sets, in great var'y
The Orangeburg democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1879-1881, 1879-01-31

Is row closing out the balance of his
stock of winter Ovcrcoats, Clothing,
Dress Goods, Blankets &C., &C., regard
less Of cost.
Has also marked down the balance Of
stock in Undershirls, Dress Shirts,
Gloves, &c, e.
will also sell as usual his popular stock
lower than any house in the city.
just received full line of
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-02-07
GENERAL EOTES.

A benevolent gentleman picked up an as
,on,hns little nrl in the streets OF Chicago Lately.
she toli "a very pitful tale how her ntmo was Kate
WaA.iI how her father died last November; now her
mother and little sister died soon after and how
doctor carried Df all the furniture 10 pay his bill, III
c.udlne her coth.s how the ttndlady Turned her into
tn, street, and how had been wandering around
ever nee TINS artlrss tale DID - The benevolent
gentleman that toOG hone the narrator and kindly
cared for her his family But when for some reason
the police looked into thc matter they found mat tn
Door htte sii4'- name K sc wilmer; ii5' she was
rot -. en- year, old. she hat affirmed, but eleven;
ami hd run away from good home and And father,
apparently out OF waywarn,s'. soc Is To he sent
instruction IN the art Of telling the uuih
It is curious that in Japan during the New
Years Holidays the ,hopkcePcs should nc troubled Just
a.. Nrw-Yul6 traders are. Nv pilicrtrs. some oi the
lower class JIpaucs' actually believe that the theit
Of some rce exhibited At the stalls stand, without
detection, win insure good fortune for th, following
yeat anl that larger The article sto.cn the greater
VII De the ntrt 10 come. The thieves IN parties
ore or tO divert III attention OF The shogmnn by ask
m the price OF Ibis OF that ware, while the other, carry
IN thr bulI,st jhIux which thcy can manage without
exposure O.r Young man lat Christmas actually suc
cy,iod IA carlyiIg on u mortar followed ont of the
trunk oi tree aui used Boo pounding rice. Il some
three frei m M ana tour ices n Gitrci aud a., course
or .uuIIou, stI-t. The dealers seH'ralN tue These
thrit~ ,atUr,di' as thrN do 1h amount OF bu-iAe-
an ui-',c,. si,u at,cmi a4ts tine thief the laughing
stock ar 20, crowd.
The easy grace with which Prince Gortscha-
ko has been thrust aside c>c.eS TIE admiration ~ hc
- p.rr.hnrg correspond ut OF IN, T,cgr1yh u.ou-
dopl Officially. t - true. lac maintains his rank
Chancellor oi the Empire hui.u reality, the only in
huenct he Ia, n th' conduct of afnr, 8, nditcc not
10 sy occult aud B, exercised BY Two rolIt elan, whom
recent events have brought somewhat - the front,
Baron Jumn. and NJ. Hamburger. Baron Jomini occa-
| t.Yrf-t tl.,fi'- .rt
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-02-07
PERSONAL.

II il reported that the President has de
cid-d to give General Banks mtr.halshIp az Boston
Princess Matilda niece of the King of Sax
onv Is spoken o rs the future Crown Princess ana En-
press Of Austria.
The late Prince Henry Of Luxembourg was
one of the wcalthicst princes IN Europe. He property
Ia, been usually estimated in Holland at Sl6joOCo0.
The monument to Victor Emanuel which
ltay desires will cost 1t is estimated, not less
than - 900 600 1t is to OF colossal equestrian
statue mounted on triImpha arch ana the compeu-
ton Il TO be- thrown open to All he world.
The Rev. Joseph Cook is said to have
written at the age Of his first composition, reading
as follows: The COw.-Ihc co.'s is good animal. she
has TWO and two eyes, and gives mix which Is
good She has tour legs aud eats g'asS ana hay
som, o them ed aud they have long tails. Fiayu7
Joseph Cook, "a his seventh year
General Grants presence at Minister Wcl>h's
reception according t" Mr.. Conway. AROUSED an uucer-
tan,y IN the Brlsh mind. IHo writer thought that the
English guests seemed some hat los. to know JUST
now they ought to approach Tie cX-Pre-dent several
Of them squared on ana lodged down curtcsled,
pcoplc 30 when they approach the Queen " | also
thought" ,ays MI Conway, saw % shade Of surp:is"
pass over IA" Generals dCe on ore or two occasions.
aud miSelyihS Is 10 whether ne ou&At ho' "O"So
down. toO.'
AZ the time Of Mr.. Bryant's death, his life
long friend Dana sent the following touching letrcr to
correspondent III this city Nv dear sill When the
news the aCCIdeut reached Boston, was Ill aid on
ny bed My friends. fearing the EFF, ct when making
known the condition of my dear old friend might
have upon me, said nothing about it TIL the evening be-
fore he pass ii away from The last OF my early
friends f. taken away from and left me an DID, feeble
man; but not Tor long. l must soon follow hm. VIII
y0u my dear sir. what YOu can Of tue paruou-
lars Every incident Will be precious 20 me. My son
and thank you for writing him 70 yOdr house
TIN, mournfu time he had the hope Tor an h0nr Or
that he might be with you. but II was not To be
have written all have strength for. MY poor hchdl
with sincere regard RcHIrd II. Dana Boston. 30 10
Ch,stnu June II, 1873. 10 General James Giant
Wilson,
LONDON, Feb. Cit is reported that Prince
Leopold The eighth ch!d aud tOurtn SON Of Queen We
ora now IN tn" tweuty-sixth year Of his are will
the Church of EnGland.
LONDON, Feb. G.-Lord Augustus Lotus has
brcu appointed Governor General OF New 20 tn Wales
ALDEN, Feb. 6.-Ex-President Grant and
party have sailed for Bombay. They are an well.