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^ v l)f Cambfit Couft&crntf. J. T. HERSHMAN, Editor. 7 FK1DAY, NOVEMBER 1, ISGli Introductory, Tho initial number of the Camdkn Confederate will bo seut forth this week as an applicant for the favor and patronage of our generous public. The abscnco of a weekly pnpvr in mo ivisinc^ since uic iciiiporory suspension of the Journal?in consequence of its editor going into service?lias been badly felt by a largo majority of the business and reading community of Camden and the entire District, and who are anxious to have the want supplied?there being 110 reasonable hope of an early cessation of liosttlities, that our former editor might be able to resume the duties editorial. Through the solicitation of many friends and the citizens generally, we have consented to undertake the laborious and responsible duties attending all similar enterprises. We shall use every exertion in our power, both mental and physical, to render The Confederate an acceptable and warmly greeted visitor at every fireside, counting-room and place of business, where the district paper has become one of the " prime necessities of the age." We have had many kind friends to offer us every assurance that our undertaking shall not be permitted to fail. Nor will it, if properly supported by our citizens. Such cncour agcmcnt falls with cadence soil upon our cars, and nerves our hand and heart for renewed efforts to please and gratify. In conclusion, permit us to say that it snail be our aim to come fully up to the reasonable expectations of our friends; and we deem it necessary and proper to state in this, the outlet of our enterprise, what our position may be. "With regard to the public affairs of the day, we shall pcrsuc an entirely independent, open course, always reserving to ourself the right of censure or plaudit, where either is deserving?giving our opinions without fear and with candor upon any question of moment that may arise; and should we differ with any ot our friends, as differ we probably may, we shah "*^Xpr0SS that difference honestly and candidly. "With regard to the present administration of Government affairs, we are content to repose the most unbounded confidence in the ability and zeal of our President and generals to carry out successfully the views of our true Southerns, both civil ond military. "We deem it unnecessary to say more, as in these troubles times it would be folly to attempt to define party lines, if any there be. Plcnso Take Notice, That The Confederate is to be conducted strictly on the cash principle; and all those who arc not disposed to comply with our terms, will be kind enough to return it, with their name on the margin. Our terms are halfyearly payable invariably in advance. "We would like to indulge our friends in the town and district, as has been customary in "times gone by, but the cash system seems to be the order of the day?and with ourself it is -an impcritive necessity. Every paper we issue, costs us in hard money the foil price of the subscription, with a prospect of a higher figure by the time we make our next order. So we hope our patrons will give this notice an immediate favorable consideration?and make no delay. The paper will be sent to all the citizens of the town?either to their residences or through the postoflicc, and those who do not wish it will send it back, as above mentioned, that we may know whose name to place upon our book. The publication of The Confederate is in no way connected with the Journal?and the business of the same to be conducted separate and distinct from that paper. Our Appearance. Should our present number fail to come fully up to public expectation, our faiends will be trnrwl enoutrh. wo. know. t<? H *i.~ I D?, T ? n. w mu confusion incident to tlio commencement of any new enterprise. We hope to be able, in a short time, considering the size, to make our paper compare favorably with any of our country sheets, in appearance and typography at least. The New York Journal of Commerce admits that there is a strong and earnest feeling among 'he people of the North lor peace. We liopc that correspondents and other contributors will bca#m mind, that we are no advocate for lengthy communications. A writer should endeavor to condense rather than to spin out his articles. We like to encourage _ a_i *. t !*: l..I .1 - - - # h twivub ivr writing, uuii wr a pupcr iuc Size OI oars, one colamn is sufficient, and as much as we can well devote to any one subject, unless it be a matter of general interest. Captain Warren. "VVc were glad to sec oui worthy cx-cditor, Capt. Thos. J. Warken, lioto last week, and looking so well. The health cf his Company is improving. We learn that tke right wing of Col. DkSaussukk's Regiment start for Sumniervillc this week?ot which C\pt. W.'s Company forms a part. Congressional Election. The citizens of our District xill bear in mind, that an election for a Representative in the Congress of the Confederate States will be held at the different precincts in Kershaw on next Wednesday. The polls to be open from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. A Mollscr'x Devotion to our Cnisc. Among the many instances of devotion to the cause of Soutl crn independence, vhich have occurred in this District, is that of a mother of one of our volunteers, now in service in Virginia. Not of her abundance, but of lior limited moans slio tr?r?l.- Inn* Klin.lr..*. W..V vvv/iv Alt'* MiaillVUlO LU pieces, carded the wool, spun, we e and male it into a suit for her boy. Can sich a people l>c conquorcd, when the women slow so niucb zeal Absent Volunteers Retimed. We have had the pleasure of scciig amongst us, Adjutant Sill of the 2d Rcginnnt S. C. V., who returned about two week's sit .*0, on aocaunt of ill-health. We arc glad o see his improvement, and hope he will sooi be able to resume the duties he so wel! dis barged in that gallant regiment. Mr. Geohok A. Voi nc and Ciiesiitt Whit, akeis, of the Boy kin Rangers, have leen back some weeks, on account of sickness 11 camp. The former will soon join his Com j my?his health being greatly improved; th> latter, though much better, will probably not be able to return soon. Support of tlic Families of absent Volunteers. The voluntary contributions of our itizens about Camden has been most liberal, atl adequate up to this time. But as we canno hope for a speedy termination of the war, wcthink it would be but just and equitable that some other mode be adopted to meet the exigncics of the case; and we respectfully suggct to our Grand Jury?as Court convenes next veck ?to present to our Legislature, with the unction and weight of their authority, a >la? which will raise the amount necessary, so * to bear upon all the tax-payers, according to his or her property and interest in the commurty. Timiik* ou ESeliall* of Camden. Special thanks are due to the Ladies* association of Camden, for 40 pair of socks, 4 Comforts, 13 pair Drawers and 2 color-1 Shirts. To Mrs. Akahella E. Peay, and ladies f her neighborhood, for sending 24 pair Draw crs, 24 Shirts, 27 pair Socks and 2 Blanket* To Mrs. Jamks Harrison, for 13 pair Draw -i n -1 a J ' f< 1 cm, it) oiuris ana pair oocks. To Mrs. R. M. Kennedy, for 5 pair Socks. To Mrs. Lockhaut, by Mrs. Bonney, for 1( pair Socks, and to many others for their nu merous acts of kindness. This war sho.vs ai amount of active benevolence without a paral lei in all history. Military EIccIIoiik. On Saturday, the 1 Oth ult., the following gen tlenien were elected officers of Beat No. 2 22d Regiment S. O. M., at Camden : A. M. Kennedy, Captain. "W. K. IluaiiKSON, 1st Lioutonniit. T. J. Wokkman, 2d Lioutcnaiit. C. Sihveh, Lioutcnant. And on the 20th lilt., at Cureton's Mills, Co I5eat No. i: K. 1'akker, Captnin. J. J. Nelson, 1st Lieutenant. 1>. CL Roukutson, 2<1 Lieutenant. J. L. 11 ooan, :M Lieutenant. We hope soon to see a thorough rcorgani zation of our regiment, to he really for am emergency that may arise. Although Kcr shaw lias sent nearly all her young men to th< rescue, we can yet send several companies, i required, to defend the Stato. 1 y - - -1 . .. Our Volunteers ill Virginia. The Camden Volunteers, Capt. Kennedy.? The health of this Company has greatly improved. Lieut. Nilks, who has been home sine the last of August, having left the company on account of sickness, returned on Monday last, with a full supply of clothing, blankAtA. An., for tit) a in at) Capt. Cantky'b Company, wo are glad to learn, is much improved in health; and arc happy to say have not been forgotten by their friends, the ladies?of the Camden Association. Yet, so far as we arc aware, there has been no uniforms sent them from here?owing to the difliculty in getting goods suitable to make up, as the Confederate army has engaged all the mills in Virginia and North Carolina. We hope they can and will be supplied there. The Boy kin Rangers, Capt. II. II. Boy kin, have been tolerably well provided for. A number of boxes of articles for their comfort have recently been forwarded to them. The Kirkwood Rangers, Capt. Shannon.? This fine body of mounted men reached Richmond on the lGtli tilt., in fine health and spirits, after a march of three weeks from this place. Thcv were received with marked attention during their entire route to the Old Dominion; and we have no doubt will add lnstrc to the Slate, whenever called upon to meet the invaders of Southern soil. Their destination is not yet known?whether towmvlc the Potomac or the Peninsular, but arc in rcadinoss whenever they receive orders to march. The Flat Rock Guards, Capt. IIaile.?"VVc arc much gratified to hear that the friends of this Company, in the upper battalion, with their accustomed liberality, have attended to the wants of the soldiers, by a bountiful supply of needful articles for the approaching winter. Prayer for Our Soldiers, While our people arc mindful of the temporary comforts of our gallant defenders, it will revive the heart of many in canp to know that on every Friday afternoon the people of God meet and pray specially for the protection and blessing of God upon our soldiers, and the cause m which they are engaged, and that discretion and guidance may be given to all our civil achlioritics in these troubles times. The Flection for a Representative.? An election was held in our District on last Wednesday to fill the vacancv in our Legisla% V O ture, occasioned by the resignation of Cppt. ' * A O I Shannon, and which resulted in t1, clccticu of Mr. D. D. Perry, without opposition The Blocicaders.?A change ha? lately lalien place, says the Charleston Courier, in the vessels blockading that harbor, those that were there formerly having been relieved, and tnc flag ship now off the Bar is the steam frigate Roanoke, Capt. Marston. Capt. Dupont, who is command that part of the Southern Coast, has not yet arived but is expected daily, and as he is an officer of courage and ability and believes in the Stars and Stripes, we may perhaps look for something more than usual soon after lie comes. The Roanoke is assisted in the blockade by several propellers, one of which, we think, is the Flag, commanded we believe, by an oflicer named Sartori. She is a merchant craft altered to a war vessel, but is of small size and can go into shallow water. Whoever she may be she moves with great speed and makes a convenient blockadcr. The Courier also says: We understand that the policy of the Federals for the future will . be to gradually take oflf all the heavy ships and put gun boats in their place. Our Government " cannot too soon meet this ncasurc hv nlnonm -J 1 every shipwright in the South a' work on suitable - steam vessels to be used in opeiing our ports to the commerce of the world an I destroying the vessels which constantly threatn our coast. We are pained to learn, says J:c Charleston ','ouricr, that Mr. 3?. F. Evans, >f the firm of ' 'vans & Cogswell, has been alested by the incolnitcs in Kentucky. Mr. Evans left Charleston early it.the summer Ir New York, whence he took shij for Liver-i ( pol, where lie spent several moniJis in the , v prchaso of goods and mat.orinlo 1, 5 - ^ ? - iwi urn i rim-/ v. m and Publishing House. lie had succeed-: j eiin making his way some distanc below ] 3Vis, when lie fell into the hand of the ; wichful menials of Lincoln. . { \y his probity, energy and cntcrpric, Mr. . Evns had raised himself to a high plaoe , amng the most intelligent and sagaciou. bini- 1 ncs men, and his genial disposition an' c<l- \ rcc deportment, have drawn around hm a ] 2 hug circle of friends. i I Ye trust that he will soon he delivtiid i from.he durance of the Yankees. 1 I \ iitt^roiie war! A tumleston Courier. thk brilliaj ^lcf at lee8nurg?death of gen. (si ^ 0?)(ani?u confirmed the enemy's ob debated. Manassas, ??ober25.?The report of our loss at LecsburglUs fccn exaggerated. It is now supposed toWoe jot more than 180 in killed and woundjd. {?orty of the Eighteenth Mississippi Reginipnt vere killed; among others was a sen of Gouhmor I'ettus. Six hundreu and forty-nino ofjino enemy were capturedThe woods aroun arc Mid to contain many more, who will, i o doubt, be surrounded. Gen. Baker, of ttA, C tl'f rnia Regiment, received five balls iiv-'hcTrbast. I?? was mado Brigad/rer General lb* .lay before die fight, ami ccmiiD.mlcd one >f the columns. ! ine prisoners takci r? present the Fifteenth fi.n l Twentieth Massachusetts Regiments, FortyS^C-Oiu! New York ami the California Regiments ;>pd Rhode Island ba lery. '.Col. Lee, of the Federal army, who was takeV prisoner, says ihe n d attacking force was large, and many eroded the Fotomac during tho day. Q heir ki <[ ? ot less than 76. The number of the.': \ >undcd is unknown. One hundred and lib , endeavoring to escape on a crowded lift, ? in drowned. Small boats were engaged /iuri the battle carrying the wounded back. \\\ secured three guns which the prisoners iv a re all they had. The light lasted all y, : ing a series of skirmishes until toward i ni_x U when the grand charge and panic t ft p a . The object of the ftim i.> ration was doubtless to possess and fort I Let urg, then make a flank movemont, h W vo-operation with tho attack of McClcllan, W\ur centre. Two hundred and of the prisoners arc from Worcester count MMass., the hotbed of abolition, and full ofbM^aud rancor towards the South. ? ?.> sailing on llelt fleet. Norfolk, October 2.^^Is.111irty-six steamers and one transport wentB^rJea from llampton Roads this morning at Mjo'clock. STIRRING NEWS FPU .j* \1 NOTON?-ADVANCE OF SICKLES K\TK| V'TACK ON EVANSPOUT ANI) MA'iMjA^ , \ T- DESTINATION OF THE FKDKlt''' ' *W' i- 'K RICHMOND;, OC*-i.-or 20.~ \t gcHlIciiian from \VasiiinM<?!i, sa\s il.at Sickcls Las advanccd t,> Hvunsj-iorc with a force of 10,000 men ami sixty cannon. A argo force lias slso been ordered opposite Mathias Point. I Tlics forces arc to b< concentrated at the points H mentioned l>y tele j-i.?p. fn ;n Washington. The design is to attack Kvansport in front with ships, and tmn 'he C? nf'edcrato front. This, it is thought, viU < iable McClellan to attack Beaurcguard in tli?- rear. The blockade of the Potonioc causes great inconvenience to the TJritcd States forces. The licet that has sailed is said to be destiucd for New Orleans. The Tribune says the battle of Lcesburg was a terrible- defeat of the United States I 'orces and the fire 1nore terrific than that of I lull Run. The United States loss is estima- I cd at 1200 in killed ?nd wounded. The Con- I federate force engage! is estimated at near I 30,000. I FROM MISSOURI. REPORTED DEFKAT OFUEN. JEEF. THOMPSON AN INDIANA I'E A<E JOURNAL 40DBED. St. Louis October 28.?Dispatches to the St. Louis papers fnm Frcdricistown, Mo^. I state that the United States had routed the Southerners under Gm. Jeff. Thompson and ^RR Lowe?estimated at >000 troops. The Southcrncrs loss is said to be heavy; that of the United Stat:s forces,mall. jR The enemy claimel to have captured four heavy guna Two ol their officers, Major Gar- RR ritt and Crptain Hynan of the ludianna Cav- RR airy, were killed. ^R Two or three com|anie8 of the Forty-tbiidl ^ Indianm Regiment nobbed the Terra Hanto- 1 Indiann>i .Journal of.ee on the 21s , coinplelfc- \ ly demolishing it. FROM NASHVILLE. THE / Alt MO YEMEN'S IN KENTl'( 'i V NORTHERN TROOPS POUUNG INTO LOUISVILLE. Nasiivillk, OctoLr 28.?A gentleman who left Louisville on he 22d says tliat troops arc rapidly pouringfnto Louisville. 'Jen. McCook's feces arc between Louisville and Nolcn and nunncr not less than 30,000 men. a fata: occurrence. Bkanchyille, S.O., October 29.?Mr. E. J. Cooncr, a member >f Capt. Trezevant's Company who was to have here to-morrow, was shot through the leart and instnntlir l-UUri w V.J AII1UU| his afternoon by M. liar, a member ,of the Palmetto Troop, <f this place. Mr Coonor eaves a wife and two children.? Charleston Courier. ^ / ~~ , f r | AVe have reeeiMd from our friend, J. K. I Witherspoon of Cjmden, S. Cn by express, a I >ackago of ton pry of socks, "for the brave I dary landers*" Tis accc) table offering is to be I credited to the " tter ha f" of our friejid, and I s another proof * mu it's promptness and I lovotion in iUs< Charleston (hnirifv. I