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Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Even the North is becoming un:
fortunate in failures and leiaulters.
Within a few weeks two National
Banks have closed their doors, caused
by the dishonesty and unfortunate
speculations Of their principal Off
GERS. And now another blow is struck
at the peoples confidence in these
noneyed institutions by the suspen-
sion of the Pacific National Bank Of
Boston. Of course these financial
disasters produce momentary Aut-
ter in business circles, but it will
soon blow over, and give place to an
o her and perhaps more startling
nine days wonder.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Mr.. Samuel Bowles was much
pleased with the South, and predlcta
great destiny for her. he con-
cludss, l.oweycr, "that ST." is still too
solid, stands too much by herself
She needs to be stire ed up within
herself, and with the rest OF the
world, to learn the lessons of thrift'
Of industry and Of tolerance. The
change from the old life to the new
has been noJly begun, and the sky is
bright with the promise of a glorious
future"
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Mrs. Garfield is paying the. penalty
of great wealth ard distinction. /. She
gets about twenty; five begging letters
a day. Some men want to marry
her; some women want money to pay
their husbands 4, BITS. Church socl'
eties want help. One woman desired
a mourning dress and a tombstone
for A daa,l son. Still another woman
solicited money 10 plocuresa divorce
from her second husband. Riches
have troubles as we'll y wings.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
The Proposed constitutional
Amendments.

The Commission on Constitutional
\ neu.iInents Las submitted to the
Legislature "a report embcdying SIX
Joint resolutions intended TO cover the
proposed amendments. They are as
loiluWs:
|. Az amendlnent to substitute an
article for A;ticl i. relating to the
Judicial blaucll ri ihe government
The..c!,ief cL.tges proposed is that
Judges Of the Supreme ('curt and
Ci,.uit Courts ARE to hold oll'ce au'
ring good behavior.
,. An amendment 10 Section 49,
j !: o! sI:. Gonst!tn!;0n, res,
p.c.inb lie aumm. :: ;'i.'i ard ! az
ishme,.l Of ,nisGen. nors.
8. N a,nendment to Section z,
Article 10, so as 10 provide for a State
Board C! I;lucation, and lie appoint
mant of Count ScLsol Commission
ers.
i. Am-ndmrrl 10 src'inn 8, Astl-
Gle S, respecting disqnahficaliens OF
electors. THIS makes. in addition to
treason and ;.uri-", burglary, lar
ceny, forgery, ';"ei''g, Or any. other
infamous crime disqualification to
vote.
s. Ariirl:, l. TO be added to the
Constitution. This makes The term
OF ofiire cf lie State Government
and the members OF the General Az
sembly four instead of two years.
G An amendment to Section 8,
Article 2, making the limits Of new
county AGO square miles and 25,ooo
inhabitants.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

"Just keep your bottle of whiskey
in your closet, and when the girl
brings you your hot shaving water in
the morning, ycu can mix your toddy
quickly, and not a soul will know a
thing about it, said he M. D. The
plan worked yell nntil the old man 9
daughter thought he must be going
insane, because he wanted to shave
five or six times every d'y.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
In,.s..Gs-,Gzsssa At p

3y'S---
TIoN SQUAsHED.--rhe later advices
from England state that the strange
speculation in Confederate bonds
which set in so suddenly and ex
tended SO rapidly from England t.
this country, has quite as suddenly
died out. The theory Gil which the
shrewd orlginators Of the speculation
acted Was that there..we, e large sum- },
money deposited in the Bank OF Eng
land 10 the5cre,iit OF the late Confed.
crate governm Iii, and other large
deposits Of money held OIL Confeder-
ate account elsewhere, to All OF which
the holders Of Confederate bonds had
legal claim. IT seems to nave been
accepted by the credulous with more
confidence than is usually given toso
wild story While the fever Of
speculation lasted those who picked
up large amounts ot bonds Tor a
merely nominal sum made money out
OF their d'.pes; for We learn that at
their eliminating point some Ct the
bonds were sold in England at ten
per cent. OF their face value. But
when the London Times stated there
WAS no money held in the Bank Of
England on Conferate account, and
when, from other sources, it was
learned that if there were any Con-
federate assets anywhere the decisions
of the English courts adjudged them
to belong to the government Of the
United States, the hack of the specu.
lation was broken, and investors had
to packet their losses with the best
grace they icould communicable
more Snn.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
RICE DEALERS.

We keep one Of the largest STOCKS
that has ever been offered in the South,
and is complete in every respect, and we
propose to compete for the trade with
any market in the United States.
We have our new building completed,
which is conceded to be the lagest Gro
cery House in the country, and we have
our stock under one roof, which enables
us to handle goods to the very best ad-
vantage.
Our imported WINES and LIQUORS
are brought out by us direct in 5ond,
and we warrant our goods absolutely
pure. Our OLD CROW RYE and OLD
MIC CORN WHISKEY is so well known
..i,,at they require no comment. We
would, however, call attention to our
stock Of very old FRENCH BRANDY,
SCOTCH and IRISH WHISKEY. JA-
MAICA and ST. CROIX RUNS, MADEI-
RA, SHERRY and PORT WINES.
We are prepared to fill Sample Orders
fnr LIQUORS, or will send samples Of
any Goods we have in stock.
.--.----n.---.---.a-.--.-..-. st
SUMMER BEXERsG ES. && &&
FIR a :. -.
s=szs9-&-7E -7EEiMON SUGAR.
LEMON SYRUPS,
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
THE SEDGWICK
STEEL WIRE FENCE.

H1HE above cut represents section
and Gate of a strong, cheap, and dur
able Steel Wire Fence which is now be-
ing used at the North and Northwest in
preference to any other kind of fencing.
Wherever it has been tried it has given
great satisfaction.
Itisanet work without barbs and will
keep out small pigs or any other animals
that may injure gardens or farm crops.
1t makes no shade and shelters no ene-
mics to crops or poultry.
It Is lust the fence for Gardens, Lots,
Lawns. Parks and Cemeteries.
Being dippedin Rust--proofpaintit viii
last life time, and is better than board
fence in every respect:
tits easily and quickly put up.
specimens of Fence and Gates
Can be seen at the ADVERTISER building,
where a stock is kept on hand, and where
all information as to price, &C., can DC
obtsined. rov.Yr
s. $EDGEFIELD G. H., S. G..
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

THE SOUTHERN METHODIST BIsH
ps Bishop Pierce, in lis address
at the. recent opening of the North
Carolina Conference, NJ. E. Church,
South, said that Bishop iWigh'man,
OF South Carolina WAS sick hey ou''
recovery, and Bishop Payne is very
i'll also. BishopsPayne is native oi
Person County, N.lth Carolina.
There are but three. Southern Metho-
dist Bishops snow able to do regular
duty. 1t is thought that at least
thre or four bishops will be elected
at the session of the General Confer
ence to be held next May, and among
those mentioned in this connection
are Rev. DR.. A. W. Wilson, &. the
Baltimore, and prs. John f. Ed
wards and ]. G. Cranberry, of the
Virginia Conference.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
The Republicans will have practi

The Republicans will have practi-
cal control OF both houses Of Con.
gress, by slender majorities, and will
therefore, be responsible to the coun-
try for legislation. The tariff, inter
nal revenue laws, apportionment OF
Representatives, contested election
cases, and other important measures
will give rise to much discussion and
make and unmake regulations. The e
Democrats have the advantage in ex.
rerience,l leaders.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
WITH A GOLD MINE On 1T.

1nO ACRES of land, more or less
1OO lying on Blair's Road, about 4
miles from Greenwood and Augusta r..
r., adjoining lands of Mrs. Martha
Holmes and others. One third OF this
land under cultivation. Gold in consid-
cradle quantities are indicated from spec
linens found. For terms apply to
r. G. NJ. DUNONANT,
Real Estate Agent, Edgefie.d, $. g.
Anu lS-tf
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
Anal ytlc6
CENTS For
REEE AND PORK PACKERS

BEEF AND PORK PACKERS,
FLOUR MILLS,
FAIRBANB.S' SCALES.
STULTX'S CELEBRATED TOBACCO
GULLE1"S IMPROVED COTTON GIN,
McCARTHY'S IMPROVED LONG
COTTON GIN.
KNICK ERBOHKER HOLLAND GIN,
JULES MUMM CHAIPAGNES.
TOLU ROCK AND Rl'F, ORIENTAL,
GUN-POWDER.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
WORTHY OF CONSIDERATION.
TO those Who Contemplate In
vesting in Real Estate, or
Going into Business.
l. OFFER a very desirable
HOUSE & LOT

HOUSE & Loi
at Johnston Depot, on the c G & A Rail
road. The Dwelling House, which is
entirely new from roof to cellar, contains
commodious rooms, two piazzas run
ming across, pantry, stove room, &c.
The out-buildings consist OF aservants'
house, barn and stables.
There is also a good well of water on
the place, which has house over it.
Tho most desirable purchase yet Of
feredi and one of the most pleasant pla-
ees in the thriving village of Johnston.
Apply in person or by letter to
r. G. NJ. DUSOVANT,
Real Estate Agent.
.ooo
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

CovINGToN, KY, May j, 1881.
Qf1ie Of Fd. Burkholder. Chemist, &c
have carefully analvZed sample of
'OLD CROW WHISKEY,"
distilled for and controlled by Messrs. f.
w. Wagener & Co., Charleston. $. c..
and find it free from all impurities, and
recommend it for family and medical
use. ED. BTRKuoLpER,
ANALYTICAL Chemist
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
fDrangeburg Land for sale.

a onn ACRES of fine Farming
Il OOO Lands in Orangeburg Co.,
ON South Edisto River, six miles fro.-
midway Station or the s. G. Railroad,
4OOiunder cultivation, the larger portion
of which is on the river. The upland
portion is fine for cotton, and the river
bottoms suit corn admirably. On the
place is a fine Dwelling House, 81 IT. by
20. 6 rooms, 2 chimneys, fire places, "a
foot passage way, piazza in front and pil.
lars under the house, which is six feet
off the ground. A number OF out-builds :
incs. Gin House, Gin Head. fine we'll OF
water, &C., &c. VIII be sold cheap:
Apply to II. G.. M. DUNOVANT,
Real Estate Agent.
Feb. 8, 1880. tf9
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
How Hany :sTsass Max eaa RigA'

Thr "l';"o:ii n t'..'hs registration
o yo,era whloli !lanl!~s'* Itself in
Colr:n'it - surprising, wj',:l it is
remern!,rred hat lie Constitution oi
ih4 Ss.ir dir.rta !he Legislature %
proviie ir.;n lin 10 1i!ae l'r Tie
r-gi traiion oi ali rlcrtnr<, au,l n. II
the nh-ct2i r"ois'lai!on, aa c,:slriia'!
=4as Eai...ssf
wrrr ia i,5N..!. j. The preYenti N :;
At least lie ,!mi.n!.,:. OF ir..r -
cisc'iorr:
1t i. 'ra- tiet ihe Republicans ig
nore,i t..- ll,nla'., Of trs C)a,;i'n
t ION which they had Trained, anl dit
not provide i.'r tie ltslsiial"n L!
voters. Does ll:rir beg !ecl astiiy
Democratic negligence is tnn con-
dlcl ol the --.E=lmbi:c..a .n:,rs o
South Carolina lro:u 1868 20 1876 II
b. Cur guide arr! rule OF .'i.,? II ti:e
Republicans. rs prlnrcraia AWAY
Il clare'l, rrin--,l tn .pr-vde Icr the
registration oil electors bec"ns- they
wanted IN op,n @iir the doors 20
fraud, what do Democrats want
waen they, in tugn give the cold
shoulder to registration We simp'y
ask the Question.
Tue plea that registration impairs
til. rights OF hona.t voters will not
bear scrutiny, They take their right
to vote subject 10 the constitutional
provision that they shall register in
such manner as the Legislature shall
provide. In registration there is no
more interference with the. rights Of
the hcnest voter than there is in the
requirement afhat he shall vote at d
given place and time, anal vote only
once.-News and Courier
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
Printers Devils.

A great many persons are in the
habit of looking upon and speaking
of printers devils in a manner that
reflects no credit on themselves.
Those same printers devils, in nine
cases out of ten, are three times as
well posted on the issues Of the day
as the person who sights and speaks
lightly of them. There is no class of
boys for whom we have more pro
found respect than well-behaved prin-
ters' devils. They know something
and are practical, which ie more than
you can say of all classes of boys. In
that respect, we place the boys who
work in a printing Office, head and
shoulders above most bays. Young
woman, before you again elevate that
delicate nose at the approach Of
printers devil, get some one who
knows something of history to tell
you the names of a few characters
that were once printers devils. For
fear that you will dislike to show
your ignorance, We will give you a
short list of ex-devils OF printing off
ces. If you have heard Of any OF
them, quit yonr flirting and nonsense
in general,..and go to studying. Did
you ever hear Of Benjamin frankie
Ben was once a printers devil. He
was also one Of the signers OF the
Declaration of Independence. Hani-
bal Hamlin, Vice-President under
Lincoln, was once a poor printers
devil. Schuyler Colfax, who has
oeen Speaker Of the House o. Repre-
sentatives for number of years. was
nothing but devil in a printing
office at one time. Horace Greeley
who was one OF the first Journalists
OIL this continent, and an ex-congress-.
man, was printers devil. Ex-Sen
ator Simon Cameron, of Pennsylva-
MIA, was "devil." Thurlow Weed,
one of the wealthiestsand most inAu-
entail men in New York, and editor
of the Commercial Advertiser, was a
penniless "devll" in IL printing Office
Ex Senator Rosa, of Kansas, COM
menced his successful career as a
printers devil. Two thirds Of the
editors in the United States were
once printers devils. Permit us to
tell yon that the men who once did
du y as printers, have done more to
advance the interests aI'l ~~su&lAin the
good name of America thN any other
class.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Rainey, colorsd sx,Congressman of
South Carolina, and Mcpherson, are
the leading candidates for the Clerk
sh;n of the House. 1t will be seen
that Rainey's white friends will de
sert him now that they can do some
thing for him.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
AUGUSTA BUILDING LOTS
TO EXCHANGE FOR
cDTT ON | A N Ds!

II HAVE is Building Lots in Augusta,
4 in the upper part of the city, Z" ex-
change foS Cotton Lands, or Plantation.
Lands must be convenient to Railroad.
Apply to, or address.
- .SR. 6. M. DIJN0VANT,
Real Estate Agent,
Edgefeld C. H., Sc.
Dec 20. 1880. IT'S
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

A dispatch from Springfield, ILL.,,
says that so far from Mrs. Abraham
Lincoln being short Of money, as al
legged, her friends in Springfield say
she hiss had an income Of SS.OC0'
arising from her pension of $4,000
per year and from the interest on
$4,000 in government bonds, which
have recently been called, thus re-
auciug that sonrce Of levenne SON e.
what, and from other private aonle es'
Since she came from E.n,'pe. a yf al
and half ago, she has saved $4,000
from her income.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
a Rargain {! A Bargain !!

A VALUABLE TRACT OF LAND,
~. containing One Hundred and Eigh-
tv-yeyen and half Acres, more or less,
living just beyond the incorporate limits
of Edgetield Village, about TWO acres OF
1t extending within said limits. upon
the land is good Dwelling House OF TWO
stories and Srooms, with hre-placeS 70
each room, besides store,room attacneu
and a servants house in the yard. Also
atrnod Gin House, two story Barn, and
stable room for any use. The place has
three tenant houses, conveniently ar
ranged, upon it; and it is well watered,
having several fine springs, and sufh-
ciently timbered. Terms reasonable.
Apply to or address, u
/ Real Estate Agent.
: ,f,.oh . tt 13
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

We are agents for the best imported
CHAMPAGNES, and sell at same prices
rs the New York agents.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

"You must find it a monstrona
bore, said a visitor o his hostess,
the goddess of Il renowned saloon, 10
have to entertain so many people
How do you manage to get rid OF
tiresome folk ?" Easily enough
When l want to get rid Of anybody
| talk to him about myself. If | wish
any one to stay, all I have to do is to
talk to him about himself. y
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

S5uTH CAROLINA HAY.-Some o.
our exchanges note that large quaint.
ties of home made hay are being
brought into this market, this fall
The same is true Of our county; and
we are gfd to notice i it. Our far
mers have gone manfulIy to work to
save food Tor horses and cattle, and
in every way to provide for the great
deficiencies of the crops. Our grasses
make very fine hay; and it is mark
OF deplorable thrlltlessness that We
should buy Northern and Western
hay. when we can make such an ex'
cellent article al home without cost
Our advice to our farming friends
is this: utilize everything, plant large
crops of oats, &c # the coat according
to the cloth, AID keep ont OF debt
Aiken Journal and Review.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
NEAR THE RAILROAD.

90 A ACRES OF LAND-15O OF
EOA which is cultivated, and is
good cotton and grain land, with branch
Bottoms. This tract is situated three
miles rom Dorn's Gold Mine, one quar-
~ OF. A mile from the Greenwood and
/Tncassa Railroad, and two miles from :
probable depot on said road. Dwelling
& sPouse and two cabins. For terms, &c '
u'liv noun 70 X. &. NJ. DONOVANT,
Real Raj Estate Agent, Edgetield, G. d., 5. {.
oct. Colt.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

From the earnings "f the State
Penitentiary and the unexr@nded
balance Of the appropriation f 1850
there remained on hand at !he close
ol the last fiscal year 81, ,ll3,43'
Unde: leSislativ" enactment IT," m
s.itution was to retain al,i USE this
and in addition To what they i'.d "'.
lau,i the State appropriated S:2!3 GOO
rona Of which has heeua atonehrd. ar''
this last amount his been returned
to the State. In addition TO this il!'
R,ald have made about S2O.W u
worth Of improvements in the PERI
enliary buildings, and have a larse
Quantity OF brick on hand, II E
earnings of the institution aye sntli
cirnt to lun it tor The next ti*cAl
year. and no appropriation wall h'
uskel.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

The Sunday Argus, Louisville
(Ky.) observes. A Woodbury. IN. j.
paper mentions the cure Of ;he wife
of Mr.. Jos. H. Mills, of that place
by St. Jacobs Oil. She had rheuma-
tism.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Agents now Nv can grasp fortune, Out
tfit worth 80 sent free. For full par
tienfars, address f. G: Rideout q Co., 10
BsIclay street, New York. noylI-ly.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

CoNFEDERATE BONDS The Charles
ton News sad Courier, Of November
3Oth, says Confederate bonds were
not in demand pm Monday and the
transactions we're very Ilght,.and az
low fgurta. 1t is stated that New
York operator, whose name has been
prominently identified with the Con-
federate bond boom, had failed to
meet his engagements, and that his
inability or unwillingDess to honor
some large drafts to pay Tor bonds
bought for his account has occasioned
heavy losses to parties who had been
acting for him in that city and in
Augusta. One thing seems pretty
certain: That those who have de-
layed selling out their Confederate
bonds in hopes Of higher prices have
lost their chance. There are some
who anticipate a revival OF the boom
bit they are now few and far between.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Col. T. S. Arthur, of Lexington,
was married to Miss Meta H. Kins-
ler, of Rich!and, at Cedar Creek
Church, in that county, on Sunday,
the 9th Of November.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
South Carolina University.

We are glad H. see that all eli5ft l.
being made in The Legislature 10
place The South Carolina University
upon d solid basis It is proposed 10
Use the nett earnings OF the State
Penitentiary ior the support oi the
Ualvers:ty and, in addition to thls, 10
eldow that institute with $50 900, i"
b- invested in Government securlti-',
the interest en- which is to be used ID
ASSIST in paying the professors.
We ive a deep interest IN ih''
tune honorea :nstitntion oi learning
and hope the measure proposed ma:
be carried through successfully.
;low-ver, If liz Chairs are to be filed
il, iossils.' y, world rather see the
,o,.rs oi thr. University r'p'vd. Sew
mpn, with il., AID progressive -
e77:u=s4 A'
tbonyht, should be elected 70 ihe PRO
l4ssurshi px.- --I{ershaw G.tz=t..
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

Go ont in the damp air, or sit un-
protected in draught, ard your
throat vii! eeI sore and ynnr head
uncomfortable. You have taken a.
cold, which you eau remove asprompt-
ly as you received it by usinH Ayers
Cherry Pectoral.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08

How exceptional It memory Gen.
Grant has is shown in the fact that
he knows at glance where each Of
these thousands Of gifts came from,
The name Of the city, the donor and
the circumstances ol the presentation,
lie does net exhibi. the least com
placcnc;. in their exhibition, hut Mrs
Grant shows a woman's natural graf
ifcation in them.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1881-12-08
SUMMER BEyEH
CHAsIpsGNEs.

- IssssffEMoN SUGAR.
LEMON SYRUPS,
LIGHT WINES.