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Falling TO Educate the Masses.

I, seems that some Of or coll yes are
ur,.ring from the same system aud
causes which are constituting u CON-
mon .rhools the educators net OF the
,oor but of the rich. Al the last COM
mencement of the great John Hopkins
university the relatives Of the benevo-
lent man who endowed it made the com
nlaipt that il was Got doing the work III
tended BY him educating the masses OF
roor u men What l. more they
clearly proved the charge.
The educa' iou given. they say. Is
the highest-it i TOO high. Ii Gems TO
educate further already well educated
post graduate, Of other colleges WIN
.ortv-one professors, and al Income oil
S225, 600. We should be educating a
thousand young e instead oil two
hundred. = Chicago Ddity Neos-
Our readers will recollect that we have
often alluded to this mistake OF the rich.
Hundreds of thousands of dollars have
been given BY wealthy philauthropists IN
he mistaken idea that they were confer
ing a vast benei, ON the poor. whereas
lie poor really suffer by reason oi
-uCn klIl>. MANY u iOcA f''S-
could attend Princeton. aud Yale, and
Cornell aud ar similar colleges 10 the
! d days. now those colleges nave
become 80 grand, aud stylish, and-cost-
ly--that only the sons OF the rich can en-
ter there.
As we stated last month, there are
many institutions which offer Free
Scholarships" on certain conditions but
the really poor young men get no BENEFIT
because they have no way to pay
the real erpenses, VIZ, boarding
clothing, books, society fees and 80
forth. We admire the style of a
Young man in Durham, who, instead OF
giving "a few thousands TO found a SchOl-
arshIp. or establish a Professors char,
or build a building, or erect an observa
tory, or something else of "a snowy ma
ture, ha. quietly helped to educate one
or two negroes, a Chinee, an Indian, and
half a dozen deserving young men. We
could name q young drummer who pays
for the education of two nieces- We
could name a young doctor who educatcs
two orphans. That is doing real good,
and without any show about it.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1883-07-11

la Hoods. scarfs, ribbons apd any
fancy articles can be mAde any co or want
ed with the DiauIuuu DYES. A1the Dol, :
ula~ coluIs.
The farmer and mechanic. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1877-1885, 1883-07-11

THE SICK.-From the daily press We
note the following list of III citizens re-
ported on the SICK list during the past
week Mrs. X. III. Battle, Jr.. Mr..
Sherwood Haywood, W. NJ. Brown.
Esq. of the Visitor. Mr.. Chas. p. Hill,
ex-Street Commissioners VIM. \. An
drews, Mrs. ID. Mcleod, Mrs. ID. III.
Williams. Mrs. j. +. Redford. Mr.. w.
+. Utley. Mr., l.. III. King, i'll Cary,
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The Daily Ncws- Observer learns
that Mr. NJ J W McCauley's large mill
near Chapel Hill was burned on Satur-
day by a spark.
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For the Farmer and Mechanic.
I{INGM Dln .InLA IN

RlNGN 30. july Pa /.
Capt. Tom Carlisle o.cd thursday M
his residence. three miles from town. .,
cancer. He had borne rs -ufcrnps
patiently. He had selected a verse Tor
MS funeral discourse, bv Rev. Dr. wills.
from 'rlnthian>, "IHanLs be Ia loa
cho yireh as Mc factory Hroayh our
L0rl JeSaS Ch,fSt.' Capt. Carlisle ua.
o. years OF age, paid hi, debts, (Which
many pretended christians 1T tins ia,
don't do.) and no doubt rest, well.
Mr.. Paul Garrett hal Il fine horse
badly cut, ruined for life. in a wire fence
past week. The horse ran against th.
fence, became %entan2led in the vine and
terribly laceratcd.
The crop prospect continues good.
Wheat most All harvested. ana crop
about average. same VITA oats, but ht-
tie irut. Or. l.. L. Whitaker. who has
been lracticing here for a wear, has sold
ms place to Mr.. Spruill, oi Raleigh. aud
VIII remove to EnHcIl to,ngaoc IN drug
business. &. r. NJ.
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RAILROAD ITEMs.-Duncan Cam
eron. ESQ. has been appointed a Dlrec-
tor of the y. {. X. r.. vice W ;. lsoul-
hac resigned. Chas. NJ. Busbee. state
Proxy.-Two townships Of Nash
cOunty,-Jackson and Ferrel!.--last
week voted almost unanimously for the
Albemarle subscription-s5.0OO a piece
We believe.
Gen John Il. Gordons resignation of
the Georgia Pacific Il. r., which is
merely the Alabama extension OF the
Richmond aud Danvil!e Il. R.-eIcites
some surprise.
The Western \. c. X. R,-or the
Richmond 4 Danyille management,
aas issued an advertising pamphlet, =
very handsomely gotten up.-giving de-
.c%rirtions and illustrations Of summer
escorts, and picturesque scenery, along
he route from Richmond to Atlanta,
nd particularly in North Carolina. 1t
contains wood>cuts of Catawba Springs,
Marin Springs, Asheville, Waynesville,
Round Knob. etc. Unquestionably such
1 pamphlet, if widely scattered, must
bring many hundreds of visitors into the
state, and no doubt many Of them viii
emain. The completion OF the route
from Knoxville TO Cincinnati makes
the Asheyille route the most direct to
he Great West. From Raleigh to
Louisville via Asheville is Isl miles
nearer than via Richmond. From
Wilmington ls3 miles nearer than by
atlanta.
We received last week and have
under examination, an account of the
Morehead City Railroad Meeting that
would make two columns OF very lively
reading if he weather were net so hot,
anyway. l. gives very full details, and
outlines the speeches of Maj. Calling and
Gov. Jarvis, point a tterce! 1t argues
hat gamblers stocked the cards to wreck
the Road, which seems TO us a case
Of carrying Goals to New Castle" 1t
arrays on one side Gov. Jarvis, Col.
john l.. Morehead, Capt. Appleton Oak
smlth, Col. &. T.. Clark, Col. Julius
Gray, Eugene Morehead, +. NJ SIM
mons, Governors State proxy j. L.
liatclelor, ". L. Caho, l.. Harvey,
Mark b. W. Stevenson, Col. John ID.
" milford, j. X. Parrot, +. II. Busbee,
T.. t~alson, and others. On the attack
ing side it arrays Maj. Calling, Cart. Jas.
A. Bryan, Washington Bryan, Judge
F~aircloth, Col. Lott Humphrey. Clement
Manly, 5. Ii. Gray and others. Quite a
formidable line Of battle on each side.
On the 3rd day, Saturday night the
row resulted in a ''compromise'-leav
ing the whole matter to a committee of
5, to report at an adjourned meeting,
July %. OF course the whole matter
will then come up afresh and the
Gattling, Bryan, Eastern Carolina"
Syndicate holds the long end of the
lever, its claimed, both in committee,
and Stock. Nous !. Yerrons!-which in
French means, If you wait till you see
it, may be You'll see. The committee
which is to meet at Morehead, July 20,
IS composed +. Nj. Simmons. chairman,
III. +. Granger, L. B. Loftin, G S.
Wootten, Or. Nj. L. Arrendell. Capt.
h. h. Page. Conductor, says he was dis
charged because he favored Gatliug,
Bryan 4 Co.
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Col. Edward Caut&eIl has been APP
pointed professor of history aud law 10
Georgia Military Academy.
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Mn Embellishments.
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WANTEU--- : ~ g'..s s% a. amy :','*.'f y !" . s sssns
may OF som experience
'tad1ite Of O. + {. Can t.tA Lat n. Music
vocal aud Instrumental, with o,n,. branches
usualy desired food reference gf, en-. Ardr.,.
"A LADY care editor OF the Farmer and NJ.
chanIc. Raleigh, y. e.
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FRED A. WATS0N'S

EInoo" SHa1e, OcTn!ce and Picture Frame
Factory is at Ne. 10, Fayetteville st.,
RALEIGH. y. G.
lie also manufactures Mosquito Cauo-
pes. Wre Window and ID nor Screens
made to order, either of Lnd>cape or
PLAN wire Dealer IN WALLPAPER. Eas,
Chairs. Mirrors, Mir ~ Plates. and mi,
Inc OF Picture goods and house orna
ments- Orders solicited and romp,l,
executed.
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I'd \ ID HORN
HOR\ER >CIIn,
OXFORD. NORTH
NSlki,lpE~

The Fall Session O.: t
the Fourth Monday
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Office two Doors Below fuckers Hall.

10 ItuLhsh-rs.-A % Id keg of good
ink can be had at this office, at manu-
%facturers price, freight added.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16
THE SONG OF THE SWING.

Climb into my. lap, little girl, little girl,
since You wistfully-gazing stand;
Climb into my lap Of gray old pine,
Lay hold of my -hempen hand.
A wonderful trip, little girl, little girl,
We Will take In n wonderful way,
From the wonderful earth toward the won
derful skies
On this wonderful summers day.
Softly, and slowly, at first, we'll stir,
AS the SHY, wild creatures pass,
Scarce bending tho tops of the clover bios
Or moving the feathery grass.
Then up--up-sup--wher the blossom clouds
Shut close round the robins nest.
Peep quick! Can you sec the deep blue eggs
She hides meath her soft, warm breast?
Now you can tell why the bobolink
When from meadow grass he springs,
Carols with Joy as he feels the air
Pass under his outspread wings!
All, down-down-down n sinking
swoop
That makes yonr heart stand still!
Look up-at the arching apple-bough
And out-at the distant hill!
1t may be, the trout with the self-same sigh
Drops down to the depths of the pool,
Leaving the sun-bright ripples above
For tho shadows safe and cool.
A bird or fish or n butterfly,
Or n bee In n bed of thyme
You shall know all their joys, little girl,
little girl,
Ifinto my lap you'll climb!
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

plateau fronting the building, with it's
broad walls and decorated owners, q
legion Of tulips and hyacinths are in
flower to-day. They look to the eye as
though endles pennants Of red, white
and blue had been laid about the
ground. The air is redolent Of the
sweetest Of perfumes. Two hundred
stately willows adorn the walks in front
Of the grounds, while interspersed over
the lawn are every variety Of hardy
trees that will grow in this climate.
Eastward are the Smithsonian grounds,
with their grand array of monarchs Of
the forest, the ivy-clad tower Of the in
stitute ylvidly recalling some ancient
castle. Here, too, the taste Of the land
scape gardener will be displayed as the
season progresses. Still further to the
east Of the Mall is Armory square,
which in point Of attraction is hardly
less than the garden at the Agricultural
grounds. The public reservation ends
with the square occupied by the Botan-
lcal Garden. where are collected the
rarest and finest palms and ferns that
can be found in any conservatory of the
world. The Bartholdi fountain is one
of the attractive features of the place.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

correspondent of the Scientific
American It York. Pennsylvania, ''sug-
gests the burning of petroleum ior re-
p.lling hostile fl ,ets from harbors like
those ot Baltimore, Philadeiphia, and
New York. A hundred Thousand bar
rels OF oil poured upol an out. flo wing
tide would cover large area Of water.
and when set on lire wod sweep q
feet with q torrent Of destruction that
nothing could resist" Another plan il
virtually o modification OF the fire ship.
He proposes ito link together long lines
OF ralts OF oil barrels, and send them
against the hoet bv small, swift, steam
launches that could be stored by cleo
tricity. from the shore. Tue barrels
could be exploded and the oil fred
by the same agency at the proper mo-
mont. g sST'S
Ajs stated that the grass ordinarily
growing on low, marsily ground near
salt water furnishes an excellent mater.
ialfor paper, and contains nearly as much
useful fiber to a ton AZ straw.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

MIR. BoAG: You wish to know what have to
Say III regard to the Davis Machine bought OF you
tnree years ago. feel can't say tou much In it's
inVor. made about $50 90 within five months at
LII lines running 80 fast that the needle would
could not have done the same work with as muoh
ease ta,t' ana 30 well with any other machine No
tiiiie iost Ill ad)usttng attachments. The lghtest
running machine have ever treadled. Brother
James ana williams families are az much pleased
WIN tnelr Davis Machines bought OF you. want
no peter machine. As l said before, I don't
thlhk 100 '1uch be said for the DAVIS Machine.
Respectfully,
,,, ELLEN STEVENSON.
Fairfield unity, April, 1893.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

This ia to certify we have had in constant use
tho DAVIS Machne bought OF you about three years
ago. swe take in work, and have made the
better machine. 1t IL always ready to do any Kind
OF work we nave to do. No puckerIng or skipping
stitches: we can only say we are we'll pleased
ana wish no better machine,
CATHERINE WYIIE AND SISTER.
April 2s, 1888.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

This IL TO certify that have been using a DAVIS
Vertical Feed Sewing Machine for over two ye ara,
purchased Of Mr.. j. o. B0ag. I haven't found Il
possessed Of any faut-all the attachments are 30
simple: II never refuses TO work, and is oertain '
tho lghtost running In the market. consider il
a first class mnchne.
Very respectfully,
MINNIE NJ. WILLINGHAM
Oakland, Fairfield county, s. G.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

MR. BoAd: am well pleased In every particular
with the Davis Machine bought Of you. J think II
a hrst-olass machine In every respect. Iou know
you solo several machines OF the same make to
dlterent members OF our families, al. 0f whom,
as far as know, are well pleased With them.
Respectfully,
" Mrs. NJ. IL. MonLRY.
F",rnclo comfy. April, 1853.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16
MRS. THOMAS OwINGs.
Winnsboro, Fairfield county, = c.

We have had one OF tho Davis Machines about
four years and have always found 1t ready to do all
kinds Of work we have had OCCASION to do. Can't
see that the machine is worn any, and works as
well as when new
MRS. w. J. CRAWFORD,
Jackson's Creek, Fairfield county, 8. G.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

have no fault to and with nay machine, and
don't want any hetter. have made the prlce of
1t several times by taking in sewing 1t is always
ready to do liz work. think 1t q first -class ma
chine. feel can't say too much for the DAVIS
Vertical Feed Machine.
Mrs. THOMAS SMITH.
Fairfield county, April, 1ss3
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16
THE PEOPLE.
BUY THE: BEST /!

MIR. J. o. BoAa--Dear Sir /: I bought tile frat
Davis Machine sold by you over Ave years ago foc
my wlie, who has given 1t a long and fair trial.
am wen pleased with 1t. II never piyes any
fouble, and s as good as when nrst bought
Winnsboro, s. c., April 1888.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

Nix. j. 0. BoAa--Dear Sir: 1t gives me M ,oh
tica Feed Sewing Machine The machine got of
you about five years ago. has been almost In con-
slant use ever since that time. I cannot see that
It ls worn any, and has not cost mo one cent for
repairs since we have had 1t. Am well pleased
and don't wish for any better.
Yours truly,
RoBT. CIR twFORD,
Granite Quarry, near Winnsboro, s. c.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

We have used tho Davis Vertical Feed Sewing
Machine for tho last five years. We would not
have any other make at any price. The machine
has given us uRbounded satisfaction.
Very respectfully,
MRS. w. X. TURNER AND DAUGHTERsI
Fa!rae!A county, 8. C., Lan. 81, 1893.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

My wife Is highly pleased with the Davis Ma
chino bought OF you. She would not take double
what she gave for 1t. Tho machine has not
been out OF order since she had It, and she can do
any kind OF work on 1t. 5-
Very Respectfully,
JAS. +. FREE.
Monticello, Fairfield county, s. q.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

MIR. BoAa: l bought q Davis Vertical Feed
Sewing Machine from you four years 400 am
uengnted With 1t. 1t never has glven Inc any
trouble, and has never been the least out of order
" is as good as when l first bought 1t. Gun
recommend 1t.
Respectfully,
MRS. M. j. KIRKLAND,
Monticello, April 80. 1888.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

MIR. BoAG: My machine gives me perfect salts :
faction. tnd no fault with It, The attachments
aIe 30 simple: wish for no better than the Davis
Respectfully.
Fairfield county, April, 1888.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16
The Davis Sewing Machine is simply reas-
ure .r MRS, j. A. GOODWYN
Rldgeway, N. c., Jan. 10, 1888.

J,O BoAa, Esq, Agent--Dear Sir: My wife
has Ueen using Davis Sewing Machine constant
any repairs an works just as we'll AZ when 6rst
bought She says 1t wlll do q greater range OF
practical work end do II easier aud better than
any machine she has ever used. We cheerfully
recommend 1t as a No. family machine, S.s
:..- our truly,
JAS. @. DAVIS.
Winnsboro. s. O., Jan. 8, 1888,
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

Having bought Davis Vertical Feed Sowing
Machine from Mr.. J. o. Boag some three years
ago. and II having given me perfect satisfaction In
and light sewing, and never needed the least re-
pair In any way can cheerfuily recommend 1t to
any one as flrst-clasS machine In every particu-
lar, and think 1t second to none. 1t Ia one OF tho
simplest machines made; my children use 1t with
all ease. The attachments are more easily ad-
jused and 1t d0es greater range Of work by
means Of Its Vertical Feed than any other ma
chine have ever seen or used.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1883-06-16

England last year imported enough
German beer to pay custom duties Of
$50, 900.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1883-05-24
Selettea guettp.
TO THE COMING FLOWERS.

Awake dear sleepers, from your wlntry tonos
The sun has turned the point of Capricorn,
And gins to pluck from Winters wings th'
plumes
For your return. Come to your MONIES, iorlolh
In absence of your odors and your faces;
= Like Rachel weeps for you the reayed morn,
As often as she views your empty places,
Erewhile the daily scene OF her anu your Gill
braces.
Come pensive snowdrop, like the earliest sta1
That wrinkles on the brow ofdusky Nlgh11,
Come, like the child that peeps from ooorS
With palid cheek, upon wasteful sight;
And shouldst thou rise when all around Is
White
The more thou'u demonstrate the power. OF Goo
To shield the weak against the arms OF .nlgn9 7aa
And sinking hearts mid ills they could not ful
forebode.
Come crocus-cup, the cup where early nees
Sip the first nectar of the liberal year,
Come and illumine our green as slmlles
Light up the poets song. And o, ye dear
March violets come with welcome breathing
near!
You. too, fair primroses, in darksome woods
Shine forth like heavens consultations clear
And come. We daisies throng in multitudes,
And whiten hills and meadows with your SAINT
ly hoods. rr...
Come with thy lilies, May; thy roses, June;
Come with your richest hues, autumnai hours
O tell your mellowing sun, your regal moon
Your dewy drops, your soft, refreshing SHOW
To lift their blessing hands in Flora's bowers
Nor cen to scorn the windweed,s hossy goid,
Nor foxglove's banner hung with purple now
For solitary heath that cheers the world,
Nor the last daisy shivering in November sco-a
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1883-05-24

don't know probably in his inner consci
BUSINESS. 1t was supposed to be WOODLAND
scene in the paint and powder days. A
Young lady was discovered seated on a bank
with a lover kneeling at her feet, and hold
inc one of her hands. AT a little distance
and unseen by either of the lovers, was a
rival glaring from among the trees at the
unsuspecting pair. The tableau was very
effective. Miss Maxwell looked very charm;
ing in her costume, and Smithers glared
spfendidly. Budell's face it was impossible
to see. for his back was turned to the au.
dience. Up till now the performers had all
managed to remain as rigid as statues, but
in this tableau Miss Maxwell, who had al.
ready appeared several times, seemed to lose
her nerve. The curtain had not been up q
minute, when she started, looked down at
Budell, and at last, flushing crimson, fairly
ran off the stage. However, the last tableau
went off without hitch, and the slight mis-
take did not affect the general verdict. AN
adjournment was made to have a dance III
the hall, and was standing idly looking on
when Budell, once more in his usual garo
rushed up to me in fever Of excitement.
"By George, SIR" he whispered, ICON.
gratulate me I've done it; it's all right"
And he dragged ME along with him from
the hall into the empty library.
"What on earth do you mean, man ~ l
exclaimed. "What have you done"
"I've proposed, sir; and I've been accept
ed"
L cordially congratulated him and then
inquired. "How did you manage it-when
did you find the time-and where the cour-
age?"
'"I'll tell you. l did it in that tableau:
Under cover of the music told Edith that
in all sober earnestness l was at her feet,
not in jest alone; and asked herto be my
wife. That's why she ran away"
"No wonder! interjected."
"Wasn'tit splendid doing it tunder Smith
ers' very eyes? And then of course L saw
Edith afterward in the little drawing room
and she'll be here directly, whenever she has
changed her costume"
"Well, Pm glad you've settled it; and
think Smithers was right when he said you
would end by proposing in some extraordi-
nary way. And it seems to me that it was
decidedly embarrassing for Miss MAXWELL"
Smithers married Edith MaXWell's sister
eighteen months after the tableau.-Belgra-
q,iH
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1883-05-24

ABAD INVESTMENT IN A GOOD Book
A New York letter says: "They are selling
editions of the revised New Testament now
for whatever it will bring in ounces and
pounds in New York. 1t was a stupendous
failure. No one would read it; no one would
buy it. Booksellers have had enormous
loads of it that they cannot carry, and, as it
was not worth a cent in the market, it was
sold as old paper to be turned into the watts
in the paper mills and soaked into pulp. A
fair edition was sold when the book was
first issued to people who were anxious
for curiosity sake to look at it, but as soon
as their curiosity was satisfied the sale
stopped short and it has never started up
again. Half dozen schemes have been
tried by the book publishers to get rid OF
their useless stock, and great many have
waited patiently in the hope that some gen
uine interest would be manifested by Bible
readers in the new version but they have
all been grievously left. The book is com:
mcrcally good for pulp and nothing more
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1883-05-24

GOOD LANGUAGE.-Young people should
acquire the habit of correct speaking and
writing, and abandon as early as possible any
use of Slang words and phrases. The longer
YOU put this off, the more difficult the &C.
auirement of correct language will be; and
if the golden age of youth, the proper season
for the acquisition Of language, be passed in in
it its abuse, the unfortunate victim will
most probably be doomed to talk slang for
life. You have merely to talk the language
which you read, instead Of the slang, you
hear, to form q taste in agreement with the
speak kers and poets in the country.