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^ tioo by the State authorities of South Caroli- I na of any charges made, or to be made against' me, is deprecated by me, aod any investigation will result in establishing the facts which { I have now stated." Correspondence of the Yorkville Enqnirer. LETTER FROM CHESTER. Chester, December 31, 1877. The holidays passed off quietly here. A considerable Dumber of the sporting fraternity of Charlotte and this place, with the view of making money as well as having fun, spent two days in chicken fighting. But their enjoyment was suddenly stopped by the acr tion of the Town Council in passing an ordinance forbidding this "barbarous practice," j under penalty of a heavy fine. The fighting, while it lasted, resulted iu victory tor the Charlotte chickens. As a consequence, owners of, aod betters od, Chester chickens lost a considerable pile of money. At times there were several hundred dollars bet on a single fight. The boys, as they generally do during the holidays, popped the usual amount of fire-crackers, and the meu, as they generally do, drank the usual quantity of eggnog and other spirituous drinks. The result of this drinkiug was an exuberant flow of spirits, which manifested itself in various ways, principally in making a noise. On iMonday night the ladies of the Episcopal Church gave an entertainment in the way of a Christmas tree, the proceeds of which were devoted to the benefit of their church. Owing to the inclemency of the weather, the attendance was slim, and the amount of money taken in was small. Christmas day was quite lively. Barrooms and confectionery stores did a flourishing business. In the afternoon the result of the excessive drinking was patent to any one; but the unfortunate victims of strong drink found excuse for their indulgence in ' the fact of its being Christmas. Their inclinations were strongly belligerent, but all such manifestations were promptly suppressed by the police. On Wednesday the Hook and t (n&ratied. Thev .uauuei v^uuipaujr ^wiviv?y l? , sat down to a dinner of their own giving, which, of course, was enjoyed by them. The j pnhlic was entertained during the parade j with an abundance of music. Franklin Chapter, No. 14, of this place, | recently elected and installed the following j companions: W. H. Witberow, H. P.; J. B. McFadden, King; R. C. M. Alexauder, Scribe; G. W. Curtis, Captain of the Host; E. T. Atkinson, Royal Arch Captain ; W. A. R. Wilson, Principal Sojourner; John Mclver, Grand Master 1st Veil; Nathan Simpson, Grand Master 2ud Veil; R. D. Alexauder, Grand Master 3rd Veil; J. H. Kaufman, Secretary, and I. L. Gunhouse, Treasurer. The Masonic fraternity of Rich Hill have elected and installed the following brethren for the ensuing year: J. A. Thompson, W. M.; J. S. Drennan, S. W.; J. L. Gill, J. W.; j Chapman Howze, S. D.; J. M. Saye, J. D.; | J. C. Gill, Treasurer; R. T. Crockett, Secre. tary. The Masons of Chester elected and in- j stalled their officers for the ensuing year on Thursday evening. They are as follows: W. j A. R. Wilson, Worshipful Master; N. B. Simpson, Senior Warden; J. H. Kaufman, Junior Warden ; J. L. Chambers, Treasurer; G. W. Curtis, Secretary; N. B. Alexander, Senior Deacon ; I. McD. Hood, Junior Dea .T R CVawfnrd Tiler: John Mclver and J. L. Simmons, Stewards. After the installation, the brethren enjoyed a splendid supper. The vacant storeroom of the Wilkes building answered admirably for the purpose. After the oysters and other good things had been satisfactorily disposed of, several boxes of cigars were opened, aud the brethren smoked, talked and joked for some time. What is known as the Blue Lodge of Masonry, is in a flourishing state here. The mem bership is large, aud accessions to the fraternity are continually being made. The Chapter is not quite so flourishing. The number of members is not large; the degrees are more difficult of thorough comprehension, aud for this reason do not excite a sufficient degree of interest among the members. Notwithstanding the dis.tgreeableness of the weather during the holidays, several private entertainments were given. Old and , ^?- young mingled together in the enjoyment of " i- j ?j 1 r?? the unristmas iroiics, ana enueavuicu tu n?get for a brief time, if possible, the harassing cares and troubles the dreadfully hard times have occasioned. But the absence of the merry conversation and ringing laugh indicated only a partial success of this laudable endeavor. A man's face would show the gnawing of the cankerworm of poverty at the vitals of [lis heart. Let us hope by the time another Christmas rolls round, money will be more plentiful, and times better. Sadness will then disappear from the countenance, brightness will come into the eye, and lightness into the heart. Mr. Angus Nicholson, who was charged with killing a colored man in this county three years ago, and has been absent ever since, returned last week and surrendered himself into the hands of the law. He was brought before Judge Mackey on a writ of habeas corpus, gave bond for his appearance at the next term of the Court, and was discharged. Through his counsel, Major S. P. Hamilton, he will endeavor to prove that he committed the act in self-defence. On Friday uight, Bergen Conger, white, from Rock Hill, was terribly beaten by John Smith, colored, from Charlotte. After Conger had been cruelly treated, and supposed to have been killed, the fiend placed his head upon the railroad track, as the outrage took place in the vicinity of the depot, and left hirn. Fortunately he was discovered and removed before the arrival of the train. Smith has been arrested, identified by his unfortunate victim, and lodged in jail. Conger lies iu a dangerous condition, and may die from the effects of the horrible wounds he has received. He was also robbed of his money. Before the publication of this correspondence, a new year will have dawued upon the land. Allow me to wish the readers of the Enquirer, one and all, a "Merry New Year." Qui. jTmancial anb Communal. YORKVILLE, January 2.?Cotton?from 6$ to 10.15. But little offering. NEW YORK, December 31.?No cotton quotations on account of the holidays and a suspension of transactions. CHARLESTON, December 31.?Cotton quiet and firm ; middling, 103. CHESTER MARKET REPORT. corrected weekly by the board of trade. CHESTER, S. C., December31, 1877. Cotton?Low Middling, 10 @ 10$ Bacon?Bulk C. R. Sides, (a) 0 Uncanvassed Hams, @ 15 ^ Canvassed Hams, ($ 16 Lard?^ N>., @ 15 Butter?$ @ 20 rz\ on Eggs?dozen, yji Coffee?Old Government Java, 35 @ 40 Rio, '20 @ 30 Sugar?A @ 14 Extra C, @ 13 Crushed, ? ? 14 Granulated, @ 13 Corn?1* bushel, @ 65 Oats?busiiel, 70 @ 90 Flour?Family, sack, @5 00 Extra, ^ sack, (a.4 50 .Super, sack, @4 00 Hay?Timothy, @1 50 Iron?Har, @ 5 Swedes, @ 7 Maokrrbl?Kits, No. 1 2.00 @2 25 4 " " 2 1.75 @2 00 Molasses?New Orleans, gal?bbl @ 62 " " " 44 retail,... @ 75 Muscovado, 44 " bbl., @ 50 " 44 retail,... @ 60 Syrup, 1? gal.?bbl @ 35 " 44 44 44 rotail @ 40 Oils?Kerosine, "p gallon, @ 40 Train, 44 44 @1 25 Linseed, 44 44 90 @1 00 Lubricating44 44 75 @1 00 Shirting?Brown, I "ft yard, 8 @ 9 4-4 14 44 9 @ 10 Osnaburgs 44 44 10 @ 12 Prints, 44 44 8 @ 10 Yarn?p* bunch, @1 00 Rick?"pi lb @ 10 Potatoes?Sweet, "pi bushel @ 50 Bagoino?Domestic, V yard, @ 15 Dundee 44 44 @ 15 Ties?Arrow, lb., @ 6 W\W\\v\\W WIKVlWWWW \\\ Comparative Cotton Statement. NEW YORK, December 28.-The following is the comparative cotton statement for the week ending to day: 1877. 1876. Receipts at all ports for the week 227,860 160,941 Total receipts to date 2,345,227 2,533,879 Exports for the week, 120,560 113,881 Total exports to date, 1,100,004 1,282,416 Stock at all United States ports,.886,281 974,772 Stock at interior towns 155,026 160,381 Stock at Liverpool, 388,000 534,000 American atioatfor Great Britain,257,000 407,000 Financial, NEW YORK, December 31.-Gold 1.02J. Special Hofices. Religious Notice. There will be preaching at Beersheba Church, on the 1st Sabbath in January. L. R. McCORMICK, Pastor. January 3 1 It It Will Pay to give Shriner's Indian Vermifuge a trial. It will destroy and expel worms and beautify the complexion. For sale by JOHN C. KUYKENDAL. January 3 1 It Mr. Foutz. I am Veterinary Surgeon of John Robinson's celebrated Circus and Menagerie, and have charge of 250 horses, besides tho animals comprising the menagerie. I have used a great many medical preparations, but found none so effectual in the prevention and cure of diseases as Foutz's Celebrated Horse and Cattle Powders for the caged animals as well as the horses. I use no other. Peter Vaughan, V. S., Alexandria, Virginia. For sale by JOHN C. RUYKENDAL. January 3 1 It Something >'ew. ! In order to introduce our Big Sml Spring Wheat, The Wheat of Taos, in your locality?single grains measuring 4 inch in length?I propose to send a sample of the wheat /> ce of charge, to every subI scriber of this paper who will state the name of the newspaper, and send a 3 cent stamp to pay postage. Agents wanted in every county to sell this new wheat. Address L. L. OSMENT, Cleveland, Tenn. January 3 1 3t Town Conncil. Now that the holidays are over and a new year has dawned upon us, good sense ought to suggest to one and all that the mut.icinal government of the town of Yorkville, for .he present year, should be confined to safe hands. To this end we nominate, as eminently fit and proper, the following ticket: For Intendant?W. B. METTS. For Wardens.?J. R. SCHORB, J. W. P. HOPE, J. R. GARDNER, A. CODY. Many Voters. Tonnorw 3 | 2t A Gentle Hint. In onr style of climate, with its sudden changes of temperature?rain, wind and sunshine often intermingled in a single day?it is no wonder that our children, friends and relatives are so frequently taken from us by neglected colds, half the deaths resulting directly from this cause. A bottle of Boschee's German Syrup kept about your home forimmediate use will prevent serious sickness, a large doctor's bill, and perhaps death, by the use of three or four doses. For curing Consumption, Hemorrhages, Pneumonia. Severe Coughs, Croup, or any disease of the Throat or Lungs, its success is simply wonderful, as your druggist will tell you. German Syrup is now sold in every town and village on this continent. Sample bottles for trial, 10c.; regular size, 75c. December 13 42 eawly A Very Good Reason. The reason why only one sample bottle of Merrell's Hepatine for the Liver will be sold to the same person, for ten cents, by our Druggist, JOHN C. KUYKENDAL, is because of the enormous expense of importing the Hepatine into this country ; but as there are fifty doses in the large size bottles, it seems two cents per dose is cheap enough after all for a medicine that cures dyspepsia and liver complaint. All who have not had a sample bottle are entitled to one for ten cents, at JOHN C. KUYKENDAL'S Drug Store. Three doses relieve any case of dyspepsia, constipation, indigestion, or liver complaint in the | world. Regular size bottles, fifty doses, $1.00. September 20 38 enwiy HYMENEAL Marrikd?At the residence of the bride's fatfier, on the 20th ultimo, by Rev. W. W. Ratchforl, Mr. M. W. HAFNER, of York county, and Miss A. G. KIRKPATRICK, of Chester county, S. C. In Bethesda township, on the 20th ultimo, by Rev. J. Lowrie Wilson, Mr. R. VAUGHN BLAKE and Miss MAGGIE ERWIN. Both of York county. On the 18th ultimo, by Rev. D. Harrison, Mr. D. T. PARTLOW and Miss SALLIE FARIES. All of York county. On the 20th ultimo, bv Rev. D. Harrison, Mr. J. B. BARRON and Miss ELIZA C. ALLISON. All of York county. On the 18th ultimo, bv Rev. J. M. Garrison, Mr. G. C. PAXTON and Miss R. C. PARIS. All of Fort Mill township, York county. On the 12th ultimo, at the residenceof the bride's father, J. R. Hudson, of Yorkville, Arkansas, (formerly of Yorkville, S. V-'.,) uv me tiev. r. w. Preston, Mr. EDWIN Y. WILLIAMSON and Miss LAURA A. HUDSON. All of Sevier county, Arkansas. In this county, on the 1st instant, bv Rev. R. Lathan, Mr. C. M. FINLEY and Miss DORA COSTNER. All of this county. OBITUARY. Dikd?In York county, on the 25th ultimo, of inllammation of the stomach, ANDREW Q., infant son of Z. D. and Jane E. Smith, aged 8 months and 17 days. Near Black's Station, S. 0., on the 28th ultimo, little BESSIE, daughter of Mr. D. D. and Mrs. A. V. Gaston, aged 2 years and 5 months. In Broad River township, on the 25th ultimo, MARTHA, daughter of Hardy Thompson, in the 24th year of her age. CAUTION NOTICE. ALL persons are hereby warned not to hunt, fish, pass over, cut the timber or otherwise trespass upon the lands of the undersigned, as the law will be rigidly enforced against all who do not heed thi9 notice* J. J. EVANS. January 3 1 3t WANTED. At the yorkville carriage factory, 2,000 Bushels Coal, 2,000 feet Ash Lumber, 5,000 feet Poplar Lumber, for which Cash will paid on delivery. b. t. Wheeler. January 3 1 tf SCHOOL TRUSTEES. THE Trustees of the several School Districts, are earnestly requested to meet in my office at Yorkville, on MONDAY, the 7th of JANUARY, at 12 o'clock M. Theobject of the meeting is to make arrangements lor opening the Public Schools of the countv. * R. LATHAN, School Commissioner. January 3 1 It ~ PROPERTY FOR RENT. Uimersigneu, bW OAW'Uiors UI Uic cntnic X of W. I. Clawson, deceased, offer for rent for the year 1878, the FARMING LANDS, belonging to the estate of the said deceased. Also HOUSES AND LOTS, including his late residence in Yorkville. For terms, Ac., apply to either of the undersigned at Yorkville. T. W. CLAWSON, C. E. SPENCER. January 3 1 4t READ OUR CARD. WITH many thanks to our friends and patrons for their liberal patronage during the past year, we hope by strict attention to business to merit a continuance of the same, feeling assured that we can suit the wants of the people in style and quality of Goods and at prices so low that they cannot be surpassed. We furthermore thank those who have been prompt in paying us I up, not wishing any harm to those who are still I owing us, but do hope they will be taken with a Re-mitting Fever soou. H. W. HOPE A CO. | January 3 1 2t "KING'S MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL, Cleveland County, N. C. W. T. K. BELL, A. M., Principal. V'jK NEXT Session opens 1st MONDAY /{IN JANUARY, 1878, and continues j six months. Hoard, Tuition and l ights, per session, from S"8 to $87. A large new building, for FEMALE I DEPARTMENT, will be ready bv the middle of j February?presided over by a* lady, in every respect, qualified for the position. Music, etc., at j correspondingly low rates. Number of students last session, 92. For Circulars and further information, address the Principal, King's Mountain, N. C. January 3 1 2t CHATTEL MORTGAGES, MORTGAGES of Real Estate, and Titles to Real Estate. For sale at the ENQUIRER OFFICE. November 1 38 tf FINAL NOTICE. CTfTITH many thanks to my friends and cusfj tomers who have been prompt in settling up their accounts for supplies during the post year, I wish to call the attention of some of my j friends to the fact that I still hold some Liens j and Accounts unsettled, and I hope the parties will come up and settle at once without any further excuses, as all unsettled Liens and Accounts, after this, will be given to an officer for collection. J. W. P. HOPE. January 3 1 3t STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, York County. Y1/-HEREAS Dr. R. T. ALLISON, has applied Tf to me for Letters of Administration on all and singular, the goods and chattels, rights and credits of JOHN HICKMAN, p. c., late of the county aforesaid, deceased. These are, therefore, to cite and admonish all and singular, the kindred and creditors of the said^deceased, to be and appear before me at our next Judge of Probate's Court for the said county, to be holden at York Court House on the 18TH DAY OF JANUARY instant, to shew cause, if any, why the said Administration should not be granted. Given under my hand and Seal, this 3rd day of January, in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and seventy-seven, and in the 102nd year of the Independence of the United States of America. JOSEPH A. McLEAN, Judge of Probate. January 3 1 2t WHY NOT TRY A Washington Paper ? THE WEEKLY WASHINGTON STAR. Established Twenty-five years. Is one of the best and cheapest papers in the United States, especially adapted for the farmer, the Mechanic and the Family Circle. It Is a large eight-page paper, containing fifty-six columns of original and well selected News, Literary and Miscellaneous reading matter, and reports in a fresher and better form than can otherwise be obtained, all the News and Gossip of the National Capital, and the doings of Congress, the Executive Departments, and the Army and Navy. TERMS --Single subscriptions, $2.00; Five copies, $0.00 and one extra copy to the getter-up nf fhn oiiiti Ten conies. $15.00 and one extra copy to the getter-up of the club; Twenty copies, $20! ^^Subscriptions in each club must begin at the same time and go to the same post office. SEND FOR SAMPLE COPIES. ? _____ Address, in all cases, THE EVENING STAR COMPANY, Washington, D. C. January 3 1 tf I H. F. ADICKES & SONS PROPOSE to greet their friends and customers on the arrival of 1878, with some bargains. KID GLOVES. We have just received a large lot of "Grand Duchess" two-button Kids, in dark colors and black, and all sizes. They must be sold, and we offer tliem at 75 cents. You should not fail to come and get a pair or so. It is a bargain. DRESS GOODS. Now is the time to buy Dress Goods. We have just opened a new lot. Bought because they were very low. A job lot at 185 cents?worth 33. A Dress Goods at 165, very stylish and beautiful. Also, the prettiest line of 25-eent Goods in this market. Complete line of Black Alpacas, from 25 cents up, and we will sell you the best article of these goods, for the price, that can be gotten up. CASSIMERES. We are offering Cassimeres at leas than a lair price. VELVETEENS AND SILKS. A good assortment of Velveteen and Black Silks. We will sell a Black Silk Dress as low as it can be gotten up anywhere. A piece of Brown Velveteen in stock, which must be sold. Will sell it very low BLEACHED HOMESPUN. A complete stock of these goodH always on hand. A fresh lot of that lft-cent goods?the best ever offered here, at that price. Come and try some of it. HAMBURG EDGINGS. Big bargains in Hamburg Edgings. We have a large lot of remnants, which will be sold very low. JEANS. A very complete stock of cheap Pantaloon Jeans. The best article for 25 cents in town. Something real good at 33 cents. All-wool Cassimeres at 75 cents?a job. We can certainly suit you in the way of Jeans. CHINA AND GLASS WARE. consisting of Tete-a-Tete Sets, Vases, Cups and Saucers, Wine Sets, Toilet Sets, etc. SILVER-PLATED WARE. consisting of Spoons, Knives, Forks, Castors, Cuke Baskets, Butter Dishes, Pickle Stands, Napkin Rings, Cake Knives, Cups, Goblets, Flower Stands, etc. "Dlofa/1 on/1 a ut/->r?lr nfPollntoiH Cninl. STATIONERY. In extensive variety, consisting of Box Writing Paper, Gold Pens and Pen-Holders, Fancy Penholders, at all prices ; Ink-Stands, Pen-Wipers, Letter Clips, Paper Weights. GIFT BOOKS. Comprising Poems, Novels, Bibles,Hymn Books, Prayer Books, and Children's Books "till you can't rest." FRAMES, &C. Picture, Looking Glass, and Motto Frames, Ac., and a jrreat variety of small wares, too numerous to mention. H. F. ADICKES & SONS. HUNTER & OATES. A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR TO ALE! HAVING passed successfully through the year 1877, we now commence 1878 under more favorable auspices than ever before, as regards our capability TO CARRY ON BUSINESS with advantage, both to ourselves and the public generally. Our sin-cess has been based upon the patronage bestowed upon us, with so much liberality, by our customers, and we begin THE NEW YEAR with the firm conviction that our friends will stand by us to the end, and with the fixed determination to so conduct ourselves and our business as to make it TO THE ADVANTAGE OF ALL | to give us their trade. Returning thanks to our friends and customers and the public generally, we remain, Respectfully, HUNTER & OATES. I January 3 1 tf CLARK BROTHERS A HAPPY NEW YEAK TO EVEEYBODY. WITH the opening of a New Year, we would respectfully extend our sincere thanks to our frienas who have given us their patronage for the year 1877, and ask the attention of the public to the following articles of trade which are at such low prices that you can buy them. CLARK BROTHERS. SALT, SALT. (5jaa SACKS fine ground Liverpool Salt just received and for sale at $1.25 per sack. This Salt is a nice article, and has not been long introduced into this country, but has not yet failed to give satisfaction wherever sold. CLARK BROTHERS. SUGAR, SUGAIL SUGAR, of all grades, can be found at our house. We have something very nice in the way of New Orleans Sugar. We ask an inspection of our stock and prices, by those in need, before purchasing, as we feel confident that we can -? PI ARlf RROTHK1W. piunau. v/? MOLASSES, MOLASSESL "VTEW Orleans Molasses cheaper than ever before known, can be found at our house, in barrels, half-barrels and kegs. We are selling New Orleans Molasses at 65 cents per gallon at retail. Cheaper still, by the barrel. CLARK BROTHERS. FLOUR, FLOURi Headquarters for good Flour, we have a lot of choice North Carolina Family Flour which we guarantee to give satisfaction : every sack of it. clark brothers. CHEWING and Smoking Tobacco, from common to the highest grades, always on hand, and sold at reasonable prices. CLARK BROTHERS. Otf^MOTTO. /"4UICK sales and short profits. Large and quick sales, shorter still. If you want to make us happv, bring the money with you. ,CLARK BROTHERS. C OF FEECOFFE E. CLARK BROTHERS are selling 4 pounds of the best Rio Coffee for $1, which can be found in town. All we ask is trial, to convince you. p*?nivn ivn ties JL? AM M.JL* V" * - ?--w ALWAYS on hand, and at the lowest prices, at our house. CLARK BROTHERS. A. WILililFORDf ROCK Hill, S. C. MORE FINE STOCKI HORSES AND MULES! ROCK HILL SALE STABLES. I WOULD respectfully inform the public that I now have for sale, at my stables In Rock Hill, FIFTY HEAD of fine Kentucky HORSES AND MULES, Which I offer for sale ON TIME until the FIRST OF OCTOBER next, at 7 per cent, interest, for Note and good security. BARGAINS IN HORSE FLESH, Either on the above terms or for Cash. An inspection of my stock, by all in want of good animals, is respectfully solicited} and if you are in a trading mood and do not wish to buy, bring up nnolonnmuonH OTpliancfi t,h?m for cood Her viceable Horses or Mules with which to cultivate vour crops, or serve in harness or under the saddle. A. WILLIFORD. NOTICE. ALL persons indebted to me for stock bought in 1877, may expect to bo sued the first Court, if they do not pay up forthwith, or renew their papers. I would much prefer a clear settlement with all indebted to me, and hope this notice will induce an immediate response. A. WILLIFORD. January 3 1 tf J. M. ADAMS, Manufacturer and Dealer in TIN-WARE, YORKVILLE, S. C., RESPECTFULLY informs his ?JJ V friends and the public generally jf>?that he is now prepared to furnish anything in his line, at short notice, for the Cash. granite iron ware IS a new discovery and proves to be an excellent article for kitchen and household use. It does not rust or break, and cannot be destroyed by fire. For sale by J. M. ADAMS, at the Yorkville Tin Factory. " TIN WARE CHEAPER THAN EVER,IT is a notorious fact that I am selling good Tin Ware, of my own make, cheaper than it has ever been sold in Yorkville, for the same amount of money. J. M. ADAMS. stove polish. A LOT of Stove Polish on hand and for sale at the Tin Factory of J. M. ADAMS. ? beteswax. fflHE highest market price will he paid, jn trade, 1. for good Beeswax, at the Yorkville iin ractory, by J. M. ADAMS. WANTED 10,000 POUNDS OF clean COTTON AND LINEN RAGS, at the Yorkville Tin Factory. J. M. ADAMS. REPAIRING DONE promptly, at the Yorkville Tin Factory, by J. M. ADAMS. October 18 42 tf YORK MARBLE YARD." THE undersigned is stillconducti.ig the Mariir ;' business in York??^pl KV ^ ville, and would respectVjyH fully inform the public /TJi/a M&Hlti tk iFr-Y that ho can supply those [HHi ^-9^ i" want of S10NUT Tifr yltf" MENTS OR HEADSTONES with anything in his line, and at the lowest cash prices. Monuments designed and finished in the most elaborate style, and in point of workmanship and material warranted equal to the work of any establishment in the country. Head and Footstones, in various styles, from plain to highly-carved work, furnished at short notice, and satisfaction guaranteed. Specimens usually on hand, to an inspection of which, those in want of marble work are respectfully invited. 1? 1? J ??? rlrjuJvorl 1 nfnrmofinn HiSlHIlHI.ua Hliu niiv Ubuci uwi.vu ........? cheerfully given at any time. Work delivered at any point on the Chester and Lenoir Narrow Gauge Railroad, between Chester and Dallas, or at any place between Rock Hill and Winnsboro, on the Charlotte, Columbia and Augusta Railroad, free of charge for transportation. Thankful for the patronage heretofore bestowed upon my establishment, my determination is to merit a continuance of the same. F. HAPPERFIELD. January 3 1 ly M. STRAUSS. TO EACH AND ALL. A HAPPY NEW YEAR. THANKFUL for the patronage bestowed on me during the past year, I hope the enduing one will bring me still more. Promising, for my fmrt, to do my best to please and try to be the eader of CHEAP PRICES. I expect new Goods weekly during the seasons, ana my customers will have a chance at the latest style of goods and the lowest prices. M. STRAUSS. APPLICATION FOR DISCHARGE. NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Administratrix of the estate of JOHN D. I CRAIG, deceased, will make a final settlement | with the Judge of Probate for York county, on i the 4th day of January next, when she will make i application for a final discharge from liability as j Affministratrix of the said estate. NANCY L. CRAIG, Administratrix. November 2fl 48 5t I. D. WITHERSPOON. C. E. SPENCER WITHERSPOON & 8PENCER, ATTORNEYS AT XjAW, YORKVILLE, S. C. pSi- Office in rear of Court House. -&3J WILL practice in the Courts of the State and tiie United States. Special attention given to the settlement of estates in the Probate Court. January 25 4 ly CAUTION. I NOTIFY all persons not to travel through my plantation, except on the common road which | passes through the same. I will prosecute any i one violating this notice. W. B. METTS. December 20 51 4t JUST RECEIVED. A f\'f\ BAGS Navassa Phosphate. 1UU T. S. JEFFERYS, Agent. December 6 49 ft T. M. DOBSON & CO. 1878. AFTER wishing everybody a happy and prosperous New Year, we would extend to all our | friends and customers our sincere thanks for the very liberal patronage bestowed ou us during the i past year, and we hope, by strict attention to bu- j siness and a willingness to please every person ; 1 by selling them goods at the very lowest market prices, and giving every person good measure and good weight; never misrepresenting any- i thing to make a sale; dealing fairly and squarely with everybody; giving to all full value for their money, we hope to merit a continuance of the same. All we ask is a trial to convince any one that we will do them right. T. M. DOBSON A CO. nni n .TF.WET.RV. *Ji Vf AJJLT V W ? JM ? ? . . "1*7"E have an elegant assortment of Gold Jewy * elry, such as fine Gold Rings, Gold Pins and Bobs, Cuff and Collar Buttons, Studs and Watches. Also, Silver-Plated Forks, Spoons, Fish and Cake Knives. All of which we guarantee to be as represented. T. M. DOBSON A CO. FANCY GROCERIES. FIGS, Oysters, Peaches, Pears, Salmon, Sardines, Candies, Nutmegs, Ginger, Pepper, Spice, Pickles, Mustard, Yeast Powders, Starch, Maccaroni, Grist, and many other articles not necessary to mention. Give us a call. T. M. DOBSON A CO. HARDWARE. 4XES, Chisels, Butts, Tacks, Chains, Hammers, Drawing Knives, Pocket Knives, Gimlets, Shoe Knives, Chain Links and many other things too numerous to mention. T. M. DOBSON A CO. READY-MADE CLOTHING. WE have a good supply of Ready-Made Clothing. which we are offering at low figures to close out, for Spring stock. T. M. DOBSON A CO. MOLASSES. NEW Orleans, Golden 8yrup, Muscovado and Black Strap Molasses, just received and for sale as low as the lowest, at T. M. DOBSON A CO. SHOES AND BOOTS. 1TI7E have a splendid assortment of Boots and ?T Shoes, of the latest styles, and at prices as low as the lowest. T. M. DOBSON <fe CO. GENTLEMEN'S HATS. WE have an elegant assortment of Gent's Fur and Wool Hats, at astonishingly low prices. T. M. DOBSON A CO. COFFEE AND SUGAR. WE keep a good supply of Coffees and Sugars, of the best quality. Also, Roasted Coffee. T. M. DOBSON A CO. CALICOES. YARDS of the latest styles of Cali UUU coes jU8t received. Very pretty. Call and see them. T. M. DOBSON A CO. BLEACHED SHIRTING. fifrWY YARDS of yard wide Shirting, at 10 OUI.I cents per yard. T. M. DOBSON A CO. ALAMANCE CHECKS. OAA YARDS of very pretty Alamance oUU Checks, at T. M. DOBSON <fe CO'S. YARN. A LOT of Alamance Yarn for sale at T. M. DOBSON A CO'S. CROCKERY. YOU can find an elegant supply of Crockery, as low as the lowest, at T. M. DOBSON A CO'S. TIN-WARE. "WTOTT can buv Tin-Ware verv cheap, at I " " " DOBSON'S. BACON ALWAYS on hand and for sale, as low as the lowest, at T. M. DOBSON & CO'S. FANNIE L. DOBSON. THANKS! MY Friends and Customers will please accept my thanks for the patronage so liberally bestowed on me. I hope, by dealing with every one fairly, and using my utmost endeavors to please all my customers, by giving them full value for their money, and treating them kindly, and nevnr miamnrAyfinfintr anvthinor to them to effect a sale, that I will still continue to receive a liberal share of their patronage. I will endeavor to keep everything usually kept in a first-class Millinery Store, of the lastest styles, and at reasonable prices. Persons who have been sending off for these Goods, will be supplied with the same class of goods at the same prices. Why, then, send your money away, where there is no chance to get any of it back again? Why not encourage home enterprise, if it be worthy of patronage ? My new Milliner, Mrs. DOUGHTY, has arrived. She comes with the very best recommendations, as being a lady and a first-class Milliner. I think she will give entire satisfaction to all who may favor her with a call. Ladies' Hats, of all kinds, trimmed and untrimmed, for sale. Also, old Hats retrimmed at reasonable prices and at short notice. Any kind of Hat or Bonnet made to order at short notice. All I ask, is a trial, to convince the most fastidious that they can be pleased and accommodated at my Store, in goods and prices. Would be glad to have my friends call and see me, whether they want goods or not. I will try to make it pleasant for them, while they stay. FANNIE L. DOBSON. W. H. 3I'CORKLE. FIRE INSURANCE. THE undersigned would respectfully announce THAT IE IS AGENT for the old and reliable Fire Insurance Company: THE NIAGARA, And would be pleased TO TAKE RISKS AGAINST LOSS BY FIRE in this Company, whose reliability and solvency IS BEYOND DOUBT. W. H. M'CORKLE. AT PRIVATE SALE. X Offer a good assortment of SECOND-HAND X FURNITURE, cheap for Cash. Call at once and get bargains. I will also offer for sale a splendid FOURHORSE WAGON, very cheap for cash. I will sell FIFTY-TWO ACRES of the plantation formerly belonging to the estate of ROBERT STARNES, deceased. This land lying 4 miles from Yorkville, S. C., on the Charlotte road. W. H. McCORKLE. HOUSES AND LOTS FOR RENT IN Yorkville, S. C. Call and be accommodated. W. H. McCORKLE. NOTICE^ I AM still Agent for the "American" because it Is the best and cheapest Sewing Machine made. J. R. SCHORB KENNEDY BROS. & BARRON. 1878! A HAPPY NEAR YEAR! r) all our numerous customers we extend the compliments of the New Year, wishing them many pleasant returns of the day, and beg to return our warmest thanks for the liberal patronage bestowed on our house during the year just closed, and assuring them that it shall be our constant endeavor to merit a continuance of the samo. As in the past, it shall be our aim to keep in stock the best grades of all goods in our line, which we will sell at the lowest prices. An inspection of our goods and prices is respectfully solicited from all who wish to economize in their purchases during 1878. KENNEDY BROS. ?fc BARRON. JUST RECEIVED. A NICE assortment of New Orleans Molasses, both in Kegs and Barrels, which we o?Fer very low. KENNEDY BROS. A BARRON. ALWAYS HANDY. SUGAR, of all kinds; Coffee, green and parched; Rice, Grist, Spices, Teas, Canned Goods, Tinware, Crockery, Hardware, Jugs, etc., at KENNEDY BROS. A BARRON'S. FISH, FISH. MACKEREL, in barrels, quarter barrels and kits. Also, PickledShad, and dried Fish of all kinds, on hand, at the cheap Store of KENNEDY BROS. <fc BARRON. CHESTER ADVERTISEMENTS FURNITURE! FURNITURE! ! IN THE WILKES' BUILDING, CHESTER, S. C. I AM now carrying the heaviest and best selected stock of GENERAL FURNITURE, Spring Beds, Children's Carriages, Pictures, Frames and Novelties ever in Chester, which I am offering at pricos LOWER THAN EVER KNOWN in this country, and delivering the same FREE on Railroads. Parties in need of Furniture will do well TO HASTEN THEIR PURCHASES, as these goods cannot remain long at such prices. Call and examine my stock or send me your orders, which shall have my personal and prompt attention. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED A r.,11 RTTRTAT, CASES kept constantly on hand, at about half the customary price. Orders by telegraph, or otherwise, will receive prompt attention. S. K. MARKS. November 1 44 tf TURNITrRECHEAP FOR THE CASH, AT THE CHESTER FURNITURE STORE, Opposite the COURT HOUSE. R. BRANDT, Proprietor, Chester, S. C. November 15 38 6m JEWELRY, WATCHES, CLOCKS, SILVER AND PLATED WARE, ETC., ETC., SOLD low for Cash. Special and personal attention given to REPAIRING AND ENGRAVING. All work warranted. R. BRANDT, OPPOSITE THE COURT HOUSE, ' CHESTER, S. C. September 20 38 6m NEW JEWELRY STORE IN CHESTER. NEW Goods, latest Styles, low Prices. Clocks, Watches and Jewelry, SOLO AT LOWEST MARKET PRICES. All Goods war ran ted to be as represented. Clocks, Watches, etc., REPAIRED IN FIRST-CLASS STYLE, at moderate prices, and warranted. E. C. 8TAHN, Late with R. Brandt. October 4 40 3m JOHN C. KUYKENDA3L THE YORK DRUG STORE STILL AHEAD AND ^ ?AT> TTAT TT-V 1 TT /-tT-nmri HEAMJUAKTISKS iUft HUL11JAI Wf is. A MAGNIFICENT DISPLAY, combining the useful, beautiful and amusing, IN SPLENDID VARIETY. We have also BOOKS ELEGANTLY BOUND and illustrated, which tho same are the recherche articles FOR PRESENTS FOR THE LADIES. Do not fail, on your festive rounds, TO CALL AT THE YORK DRUG STORE, and see JOHN C. KUYKENDAL. December 20 51 tf MILLINERY. WE would respectfully inform the Ladies of Yorkville and surrounding country, that we have in stock A FULL LINE OF GOODS, usually found in a first-class Millinery Store, which we offer for sale CHEAP. HATS AND BONNETS REMODELED and trimmed to order. All work warranted to please, and done at the lowest cash prices. Give us a call, AND INSPECT OUR STOCK. Store nearlv opposite Rose's Hotel. Misses MASSEY & SMITH. james a. glenn, d. d. s., SURGEON AND MECHANICAL DENTIST, OFFERS his professional services to the citizens of this section. When desired, he will visit the residences of patrons. Teeth extracted without pain by the use of nitrous oxide gas. Letters addressed to Crowder's Creek, N. C., will meet with prompt attention. Terms moderate. November 1 44 tf application for dischaege. NOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, Administrator, with the will annexed, of the estate of ELIZABETH STURGIS, deceased, will make a final settlement with the Judge of Probate for York county, on the 18th day of January next, when he will make application for discharge as Administrator of the said estate. W. S. CREIGHTON, Administrator with the Will annexed. December 13 50 5t* valuable houseand lot foe bent. THE HOUSE AND LOT belonging to the estate of Hon. I. D. WITHERSPOON, deceased, can be RENTED for the balance of this year ana for the year 1878. Also, will RENT THE PLANTATION, lying on the Pinckney road, one mile from town. Terms?EASY. Apply to W. H. McCORKLE. September 20 34 tf "yorkville femaleInstitute. THE next term will begin on the FIRST MONDAY IN JANUARY, Board and Tuition, $15 per month. mr W. R. JONES, A. M., Principal. December 13 50 4t AUCTION SALES. SALE OF LAND. PURSUANT to authority vested in us by the Deed of J. LEORY SUTTON, under date of April 3d, 1875, and the premises therein recited, we will expose to public sale at York Court House, on the FIRST MONDAY IN JANUARY, NEXT, within the legal hours of sale, the interest said J. Leory Sutton bad in his lifetime, said to be the undivided half thereof, to and in all that certain tract or parcel of land, lying and being situate in York county, whereon said J. L. Sutton resided, bounded by lands formerly owned by Hilariah McCall, estate lands of Catnarine Miller, estate of Robert Latta and others, containing 375 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Said interest will be sold to pay the Notes due for the purchase money of said premises. Terms?Cash. W. E. ERWIN, GEORGE J. STEELE. December 13 50 4t SHERIFF'S SALES^ BY virtue of writs offieri facias, to me directed, will be sold between the legal hours of Sheriff's sale, ON THE FIRST MONDAY IN JANUARY NEXT, at York Court House, the following property to wit: TWfindant's interest in a tract of land situated at Clay Hill, on the waters of Allison creek, bounded by lands of J. D. Currence, W.J. Neely, James Choate and others, containing 200 acres, more or less, levied on as the property of William Sahms, at the suits of Lineberger, and Williford and others. ($2.62i One tract of land, situated on the waters of Turkey Creek, bounded by lands of John McKnight, James Robinson, James Stephenson and others, and containing eighty acres, more or less, levied on as the property of E. M. Kirkpatrick, at the suit of W. B. Metts, C. E. Y. D., and others. To be re-sold at risk of former purchaser. ($5.40 Terms invariably cash. Purchasers who do not comply with the terms of sale, must expect the property bid off by them to be advertised for resale attneir risk for the ensuing sales-day. R. H. GLENN, S. Y. C. December 6 49 5t SHERIFF'S SALES. WILL be sold at York Court House, on the FIRST MONDAY OF JANUARY next, the following describod property: The interest of WILLIAM H. SNIDER, whatever it may be, in a house and lot in Yorkville, on Main Street, opposite Rose's Hotel; his interest in fifty-four (54) acres of land, within the incorporate limits of Yorkville, upon the eastern side thereof; his interest in two hundred and forty (240) acres of land, on Turkey Creek, in Betnesda Township, in the county of York: All ef said property having been the property of the late Wm. Hacket, and an interest therein having been adjudged to Wm. H. Snider, by decree of the Circuit Court for York county, in Wm. H. 8nider, and others, against C. J. Robertson and others, of date June 20th, 1876, (appealed from). Levied on under the execution or 8. J, Perry and J. R. Slawson, (as Perry A Slawson) against Henry B. Haslam and Wm. H. Snider, (as Haslam A Snider); and for other executions. ($6.75) The interest of M. A. BELE in sixty-five (65) acres ot' land, in Fort Mill Township, adjoining the la..ds set apart as a homestead to the family of D. D. A. Beik, deceased; being that part of the lands of the said D. D. A. Belk, deceased, in York county, which was not so set apart. Levied on at the suit of T. J. Cureton and others, as "Cureton, Ardry A Co.," against M. A. Belk. ($3.00) The interest of the Defendant in that tract of land about two miles below York Court House, containing one hundred and thirty acres, more or less, bounded by lands of F. Happerfield, R. J. Withers, A. J. Devinney and others. Levied on at the suit of George Symmers against David S. Russell. ($2.60) Terms.?CASH, at the hour of sale. If bids be not immediately paid, the interests will be resold on the same day. R. H. GLENN, S. Y. C. December 13 50 4t wTh:&"jTpherndon! WHAT TO DO IS to me, as Book-keeper for W. H. A J. P. HERNDON, a question hard to solve. We have sold goods to parties who promised faithfolly to pay by November 1st, and the time is gone, ana no pay yet It is not right for a man to make promises and not fulfill bis word unless he had a good excuse. And some would think it hard to be refused credit The reason they are refused is that they do not perform their part of the contract We have done our duty by you, and now we ask you to do yours by us. Your promises do not pay for goods in Northern cities, and how are we to keep up f Interest is running and somo, do not like to pay it. But still they will let it accumulate, and make their notes larger. Those who have done their duty, as men should do, we thank; and will be very thankful to those who do theirs in the future. We only ask for our kindness to be reciprocated in Gold, Silver, Greenbacks, or Cotton at a good price. We will give a good price for Cotton to those owing us, and pay them the balance in money, should the Cotton overpay their note or account. Please be certain to close your account before the year goes out, and say you and the Herndons are O. K. W. H. A J. P. HERNDON. OUR STOCK OF FLOUR, HOMINY and Meal, is always fresh and as good as any one would desire them to be. We sell Flour at |3.25 and $3.75 per sack. Nice home-made Hominy just from the Mill. W. H. A J. P. HERNDON. BRAN, BRAN. FRESH and good, and shorts mixed with it, making one of the best milk producers, In the way of feed for milk cows, out. W. H. A J. P. HERNDON. ANDIRONS, GOOD and cheap. Shovels and Tongs cheap. For sale at W. H. A J. P. HERNDON'S. G. H. O'LiEARY. FURNITURE. IN connection with my Saddlery establishment I shall also conduct the FURNITURE BUSINESS, and keep on hand a full stock of articles in that line, consisting of Bureaux, Bedsteads, Tables, Chairs, Lounges, Cottage and Chamber Suites, <fcc., of different styles and qualities, and in the various kinds of wood. G. H. O'LEARY. SADDLES. A FULL supply of my own manufacture of Saddles, consisting of Gentlemen's, Ladies', Boy's and Wagon Saddles, all of which will be sola very cheap, for the cash. G. H. O'LEARY. SUNDRIES. BRIDLES, Halters, Girths, Saddle Bags, Saddle Blankets, Hames, Trace Chains, Backbands, Stirrups, Bridle Bits, Buckles, etc., etc., for sale at G. H. O'LEARY'S. l/UUAIilU t9AV f uui SEVERAL different brands of Cooking Stoves of the best grades, which I will warrant and sell at low figures. Also, cheaper grades of Stoves for sale at G. H. O'LEARY'S. TABLES, &C. ~ DINING, Teaifey and Office Tables, Tin Toilet Sets, Towel Racks, Hat Racks, Suspension Spring Beds, etc., etc., at G. H. O'LEARY'S. HARNESS. A COMPLETE stock of Harness on hand, and any kind made to order, at verv low figures, at G. H. O'LEARY'S. ~ WHIPS AND UMBRELLAS. A LARGE stock of Buggy, Wagon and Riding f\_ Whips and .Buggy umoreuas, iur oaie uv G. H. O'LEARY. BEDSTEADS. A NICE lot of Walnut Bedsteads just received. Also, Maple and Poplar and Cottage Bedsteads for sale Dy G. H. O'LEARY. STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, OOUHTY OF Y0BK-00UBT OF 00MM0H PLEAS. Emily E. Wright, as Execntrix of J. L. Wright, deceased, Plaintiff, against Robert M. Davis and Julius Schenck, Defendants.?Summons for Relief?Complaint not Served. To the Dependents, ROBERT M. DAYIS and JULIUS SCHENCK. TOU are hereby summoned and required to answer the complaint in this action, which is fli - s ?_ iv. it. to-day nerewitn niea in me omee ui ma vjoin. ui Common Pleas, for the said County, and to serve a copy of your answer on the subscriber, at his office, in Yorkville, South Carolina, within twenty days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service ; and if you fail to answer the complaint within the time aforesaid, the plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief domanded in the complaint. Dated Yorkville, November 27th, A. D., 1877. C. E. SPENCER, Plaintiff's Attorney. [l. s.] J. F. Wallace, C. C. Pls. November 29 48 6t TOWN COUNCIL. A N election for an INTENDANT AND FOUR A WARDENS, for the town of Yorkville, for tHe ensuing year, will be held in said town, on MONDAY, THE 14TH DAY OF JANUARY, 1878. The polls will be open from 9 o'clock, a. mM to 4 o'clock, p. m. The election will be held by the following managers: W. A. Moore, A. F. McConnell, Allen Beatty. By order of Council. W. H. McCORKLE, Intendant. December 20 51 St APPLICATION FOE DISCHARGE. VfOTICE is hereby given that the undersigned, i^l Administrator of the estate of JOHN E. GRIST, deceased, will make a final settlement with the Judge of Probate for York county, on the 4th day of January next, when he will make application for a final discharge from liability as Administrator of said estate. L. M. GRIST, Administrator. November 29 48 5t