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The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
George Eliot can be claimed at the pres
cnt moment, if claimed at all, only by a
single noyelists-by Thomas Hardy.

Seats in the New York Stock Ex-
change sell now for $4,000. The
Exchange owns about 100000 worth of
real estate, so that the present price of
seats practically rates the goodwill of
the New York Stock Exchange at over
s3O,OOOOOO, an absurd and exorbitant
figure, only possible under the wild tide
of speculation now sweeping through the
country. The London Stock Exchange
requires an initiation fee of $3.50 and
yearly dues of Sl00. The sixty agents dc
change in the Paris Boursc make a large
deposit with the government; but this is
in lieu of bonds as a security for their
personal behavior.
- On the first day of the current
month money orders Act came into
force in England, which promises to
work il complete revolution in the system
of postohice money orders in vogue there,
which is not radically different from our
own. The old system was very popular,
at least we should suppose so from the
fact that during the past eighteen years
there we're issued 20,691, ,472 money or
dcrs, representing nearly $4,000, 100000
in gold. Still there was chance for i'm
provemcnt, and the postoffice authorities
think they have taken advantage of that
chance. The new postal orders are a
kind of printed check, which can be pur-
chased at any monev order office in the
kingdom. Each cneck has a specific
amount printed upon its face, and there
are various prices for which these postal
checks are issued. For instance, q
money order for FL under the old system
cost 3d.; a check for the same amount
may be had for I'd. If a person wishes
a check for s1 be has only to ask for one
at any money order Office, and upon pay
ment of e1 6s. I'd. it will be handed to
him at once, saving him the trouble OF
filling out blank with details, a pro:
ceeding that was formerly necessary, and
is now in this country. Another advan-
tage offered by this new system is appre.
ciated by business men. 1t is that postal
checks can be purchased in any quantity
at one time, the only condition being
that they must be used within three
months from the day they are bought.
Business men who daily send away small!
sums of money can purchase books OF
these checks, and thus save themselves
the trouble Of going to busy postoftice
every time they have to make remit,
tance such as they would wish to send
through the mails. AS small sum as
Is. can be sent by check, for which the
charge is Id. The new system is already
appreciated, and it is claimed for it that
it costs the public less and yields the
government more than the old one.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
GEN. GRANT, AGAIN.

Gen. Grant is troublesome patriot.
His services to the country in the recent
civil war are continually made the basis
for new and extraordinary obligations on
the part of the government. Washing.
ton, who has been christened by history
"the father of his country" and awarded
the position of "frst in war, first in peace
and first in the hearts of his country
men," was for his glorious services and
sacrifices awarded two terms Of the Pres
idency. He had risked his life in the
battle, and upon its result depended both
his honor, his property and his very life.
Had his cause failed the traitors halter
would have taken his life and the British
government would have taken his prop
erty. Yet after the achievement of lib
erty and independence for his country,
he, at the end of two Presidential terms,
retired to his estate at Mount Vernon
without any osteutation or show, and
there were no begging expeditions, nor
dead head trips, nor dangerous political
designs formed for him. General Jack
son, as the head of the American armies,
preserved this country in its infancy
from conquest by Great Britain, after
having brayed the dangers of several
border and Indian wars, and for these
services two terms Of the Presidency
we're given him, and nothing more was
asked or expected from his countrymen.
Gen. Scott, commanding the armies of
the United States conquered Mexico, and
added large Western territory TO our
country, which has proven a most valua-
BILE acquisition, and yet he never received
any recognition of those services. Gen.
Grant did not render services in the civil
war of any greater value than those rem
dered by Gen. Sherman, who has re.
ceived no recognition beyond permission
to remain in the army and rise as vacan-
cies occurred. On the contrary Gen.
Grant has twice had the Presidency, and
his salary was raised from $4,000 to
$4,000 per annum. At the conclusion
Of his second term his friends wished to
run him for third term, in defiance of
all the precedents of our government,
and, failing in this, he was for two years
deadheaded over Europe with a govern
ment steamer at his service. Upon his
return to this country his name was
prominently urged for a third Presiden-
tial term, and, failing in this, his friends
are now trying to put him on the retired
list of Generals, with handsome salary.
We think this measure should fail. We
have no prejudice against Gen. Grant.
He was an able and successful General,
and in war was fair and brave. His mil
itary record is an admirable one, but as
civilian we think he has proven failure.
Even if his civil record had been as bril-
liant as his military, we do not think he
should be supported at the expense OF
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27

Carrie Stokes, colorad woman, re-
siding two miles east of Atlanta, Ga,
was found dead in her home on last Sat
urday. A coroner's jury developed the
fact that she had been killed by blow
on the head, which fractured her skull
and that after being killed she was laid
in the fireplace, wood piled upon her,
and her clothing saturated with coal oil
and set on fire. Her head and face were
burned beyond recognition, but the fire
being made of green wood went out be-
fore the body was entirely consumed.
There is no clue to the perpetrators.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
II TIE :sAvANNAH VALLEY RAILROAD.

The Board of Directors of the Sayan-
nah Valley Railroad meets to-day for the
purpose of opening and considering the
bids which have been put in for grading
the Road. This is very important
meeting, and upon its result may depend
the destiny of the enterprise. The
amount Of money subscribed and the
distance of the Road to Trickem's are
known, and no contract should be made
that. does not practically grade the Road,
I for twill. 5e easier to use the subscribed
capital for the completion of the Road if
held as money than if injudiciously spent
in grading portion of the line. In fact,
we think that it was a mistake to have
begun the collection even of the taxes
until either convict labor was obtained or
contracts offered which would have en-
srred the grading of the line. The taxes
could have been held as subscribed
capital ard called in as soon as the de-
tails of the work were arranged. How
ever, this is not the question now under
consideration. If contracts can be let by
which the Road to its intersection with
the Greenwood & Augusta Road can be
graded, We apprehend that the necessary
means to carry it on to Aiken can easily
be secured. If such contracts cannot be
secured, the money should be held as a
bonus to offer some company looking for
connections with the up-country from the
coast, and, unless we are greatly mis-
taken, such a company can be found in
less than twelve months. Any contracts
awarded will, of course, be 30 drawn as
to ensure their performance of the work
before the money is paid. We have no
doubt the Directors fully understand
their business, but throw out these sug-
gestions for consideration.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27

NOTICE FINAL SETTLEMENT.
~ The undersigned, Administrator Of
the Estate of R. Sanders Smith, deceased,
hereby gives notice that he will apply to the
Judge of Probate at Anderson c. H., on
tho End day of March, 1881, for Final
Settlement of said Estate and discharge
from said administration.
The Choses in Action belonging to the
estate, and appraised worthless or doubtful,
will be sold at Anderson G. II. on the above
stated day at II o'clock q. m.
C. C. SMITH, Admir-.
Jan q, 1881 % 81
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
THE LYNcH1NG AT PROSPERITY.
The INTELL1GENcER has always CON,
demned lynch law as dangerous and not

The INTELL1GENcER has always con-
demned lynch law rs dangerous and not
to be countenanced in civilized coun-
try. It is very great calamity for any
community to resort to it. But in such
case as the outrage upon Miss Werts at
Prosperity, we cannot do otherwise than
commend the motives and the men that
meted out swift, sure and awfal ven
geance upon the human fends who had
committed the blackest of crimes. None
of the dignity or consideration bestowed
s by the law upon those accused should
have been shown these guilty wretches !;
and it isia tribute to the moderation and
law-abiding disposition Of the people of
Newberry that no worse or more tortur-
ing form of death was resorted to. Such
criminals as those at Prosperity should
never be permitted to see the inside OF a
Court House. The laws penalties are
too slow, too uncertain and too quiet for
such criminals. Society would become
too unsafe were the ignorant and brutal
class of community allowed to commit
such revolving and demoniacal crimes,
and then appeal to the courts, where the
technicalities of the law sometimes free
the most guilty of criminals. In such
cases as that at Prosperity q community
would be guilty of a social crimei if it
should fail to inAict summary punish
ment upon the criminals, both as an
engagement of their terrible deed and as
an example to others, warning them
agains. the commission of such crimes.
We say, Well done, men of Prosperity.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
PLYMoUTH ROCK EGGS,

TINE Plymouth, Rock is one of the finest
l. and largest Chickens grown, and is
becoming more popular as it is better
known. I have limited number of Eggs
from this stock, and also from other breeds,
which are puro. and which 1 will sell at
two dollars per dozen. Orders addressed to
me at Anderson, S. c., will receive prompt
and careful attention. Persons wishing
Eggs should send in their orders at once,
stating the kind OF Eggs desired, as they
will be filled in the order received.
FRANK GRAFTON.
I'm o. 1881 90 Ia
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
Administrators Sale.

NIILL be sold at the late residence o.
w Newton Scott, deceased, on Satur
day, 18th day of February next, the follow
ing property, to wit:
Two sets of Blacksmith Tools,
One lot Carriage Makers Tools,
One lot Wagon Lumber,
Household and Kitchen Furniture,
One Cow.
Terms of salc-Cash
WNl. McGUKIN, Admir-.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
Dissolution Notice.

H1HE firm of Miss Lizzie Williams &
Co. was dissolved on the first day OF
January, 1881, by mutual consent. The
business of the firm will be settled up by
Miss Lizzie Williams. AL who are indebt-
ed to the firm will pay up at once:
-. !tp M. L. WILLIAMS,
A. NJ. GUYTON.
Miss Lizzie Williams will continue the
business at the Ladies Store, where she VIII
be pleased to see her customers.
Jan 81. 1881 %
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27

- Garfield will go to Washington in
w. D. Washburne's magnificent palace
car which is q marvel of vchicular arch
itecture, and cost $17 900.
- The Massachusetts Democrats yo.ed
+ for Ben Butler for the Senate.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
TO cpEn1TnRs

NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
IN All persons having claims against tlie(
Estate Of Elijah Griffin, deceased, are hero
by notified to present them to the under
signed at Bolton, S. c., properly probated,
within the time prescribed by law.
J. c. GRIFFIN, Admir-.
ian 81. 1881 81 3
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27

said railroad, the property did not, in
consequence Of these and other facts,
bring more than one.third its real value,
and that said sale is therefore illegal and
void.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
PUBLIC SCHOOL NOTICE.

TIME Trustees of Public Schools will find
below the amounts, with Poll Tax,
belonging to each School District which
thew will transfer to their books, being
careful to record all claims approved, and
not overdraw the amount due their respec'
t;,,o Distrints
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
RAILROAD TAX.

TNHIS will inform all parties concerned
that we will resist the payment of the
Savannah Valley Railroad Tax &or and on
behalf of ourselves and about two hundred
clients, who have employed us for that pur-
pose. All others are respectfully invited to
unite with us.
BROWN & TRIBBLE.
ORR & ALLEN.
Jan 81, 1881 % II
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
u 'A' ! NEW DRUG STORE.
O r, ,R, & $50 A N.
Benson Corner, Simpson, Reid & Co.'S. Old Stan

Benson Cornc Simpson, Reid & Co.'S OLD Stand.
I'VE hare inst rccd complete FRESH NEW PURE and RfLlA-
BLE DRS mict grc satisfaction quality and we guarantee prices
to the torcst ,,n ooo no nn1co IN 5on;.ouo
the o and the latest TRUSSES 7HERJOMETERS DC DC WHlSKEYS
only for medicinal PHYSICIANS SUPPLIES specially.
PRESCRIPTIONS compounded CAREFULLY day or night
Es35e tcM solicited from friends ann S,o.x
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The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
NOTICE EMAIL SETTLEMENT.

MI OIIOC TINhI DHI IIIIIHN f1-' -
IN Notice is hereby given that the under
signed, Administrator of Personal Estate
of Mrs. Lucy ]. Griffin, deceased, will, on
the Sd day of March, 1881, apply to the
Judge of Probate for Anderson County, Tor
a Final Settlement and discharge from said
Administration.
r. E. WATKINS, Admir-.
Ian 2T. 1851 27 81
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
Notice to Fiduciaries.

NOLICG 20 Z CIUuCId1I0o'
ALL Administrators, Executors, Guar
n. dams and other Fiduciaries, who by
law are required to make their returns to
the Judge of Probate, are hereby notified to
do so during the month of January, 1851,
or the penalty of the law will be enforced.
- W. w. HUMPHREYS,
Judge of Probate.
Jan G. 1881 26
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27

NOTICE TO CREDITORS.
IN All persons having demands against
the Estate of Newton Scott. deceased, are
notified to present the same to the under
signed properly proven, within the time
prescribed by law, and all persons indebted
to make payment to the undersigned at
once. WAl. AlcGUKIN, Admir-.
I,n o. 1891 % 3
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1881-01-27
STANDARD FERTILIZERS
FOR SALE BY
McCully & Taylor.
Wagner A. D. Bone,
Georgia Grange Bone and Fertilizer,
Empire Guano Monarch Guano,
Wagner Grange Acid

peay refer following above brands the
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1881-06-16
Condersnnrt Rescned.

At last Potter county has been adj
mitted into civilization, charter for q
railroad having been granted to the
Olean and Coudersport railroad COM
pany, on Wednesday last, TO build q
railroad from Coudersport to Ceres in
Mexican county, with a capital stock
of S160, 900, divided into shares of 500
each. The Journal says: Olean par
ties have already taken out a charter
for the Olean and Bolivar railroad,
have surveyors at work, $50 laborers
on the grade, Land half the iron bought.
By agreement the Olean and sBolivar
road is to be consolidated with the
Olean and Coudersport; the two lin es
meet at or near Ceres.
Quick work was made in getting the
charter for the Olean and Coudersport
railroad. Tuesday morning the APP
plication left Coudersport, reaching
Harrisburg the next morning about
four o'clock where it was taken charge
by M. e. Omsted, and the same day
Olmsted mailed the charter for Coud-
ersport. The hole road from Couder-
sport to Olean will be put under one
venient, ond it is believed the entire
road will be completed in one hundred
days, if they have no trouble in get
ting right of way, etc. The road will
be a three foot gauge, costing
from three thousand to five thousand
dollars per mile. 1t can be built very
cheaply, as the route is very direct and
the grade easy. From Ceres it will &C
up the Oswayo Creek. through the
heart of Sharon township to the mouth
Of Whitney creek; up Whitney creek
to the top of the ridge, and either
down the hollow by Sandberg's and
Steer brook, to the Allegheny river
and thence down the river, two and 6
miles to Coudersport, or from tho
ridge down Dingmans run, striking
the Allegheny river one mile below
Coudersport. Which route will bt
taken can only be decided by the sur.
veyors. Either will give q good grade
and there can be but little difference
in the distance. A portion of the dis
tance the right of way has already
been obtained ,and we believe the lane
owners will appreciate the advantages
to be gained sufficiently to aid this
project in every way possible.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1881-06-16
The RidgMaY Bank.

The company who own the above
bank have made q number of improve
ments recently in the arrangement of
the interior of their building. The
front room has new floor of alter
nate strips of cherry and maple oiled.
The ceiling is covered with paper of
fern leaf and gold design, ornamented
with outer and inner border, corner
pieces of red, blue, green and black,
and neat centre piece, in most attrac c.
tive combination. The side walls are
hung with imitation japanese paper
in which gold and flowers blend in
pleasing effect, at the topof which is
n border of rich design. Messrs.
Brown and Fellows did the work of
hanging paper, while J. w. Cuthbert
does the work Of painting and grain
ing The furniture is the work of the
Ridgway Planning Mill Co., and con-
sists of a counter reaching from the
front to rear of the room with enamel
ed glass paneled front which nearly
reaches the ceiling, and is provided
with ornamented openings through
which the business of the bank is con-
Quoted, the whole front being grained
to intimate black walnut and fitted
up with brackets, carving, etc, while
the top is surmounted with ornament
ed woodwork, over the two open
ings two statuettes are placed. Be
hind the counter are secretaries with
desks, drawers, and pigeon holes, and
at the top of the Secretaries are large
mirrors. In the centre at the top is a
large calendaTclock, on either side are
hung neat pictures. The large fire
and burglar proof safe is provided
with a double chronometer time lock
which is further assurance of safety of
books, papers, and valuabIes. The
back room is fitted up for the use of
the bank officers, and will be neat and
conveniently arranged. Under the
excellent management of Cashier DC.
Oyster, and his assistant H. NJ. Pow
ers, this institution has doubled
its business in a few years.
Possessing abundance of capital, with
a credit almost without limit, the
Ridgway Bank enjoyes the confidence
ofthe entire community. It's officers
who have had long experience in bank
ing are obliging and accommodating,
and transact all business entrusted to
their hands with promptness and care.
The collections of this bank are reach
ing large proportions, and their dis
counting and deposits are correspond
ingly large. In fact in every particu-
lar the institution is well established
and admirably managed.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1881-06-16
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