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,-j-1 ' 'rt--- ps OHH * THE DAILl Daily Paper $8 a Year 'Let oar Just Censure Attend the True Event." Tri-Weekly $6 a Year BY JULIAN A. SELBY. THE PHONIX, EUDUSUr.D DAILY AK1) TBI-WEEBXX. rm GLEANER, EV KU V WEDNESDAY MORNING. BY JULIAN A. SELBY, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR. OlTico on Main street, a low doora above Taylor (or Camdon) street. TER MS- IN ADVA NC E. SOUSCRIPTION. Dailv Paper, six months.ti 00 Trt-Woekly, ?? " . 2 50 Weekly, " M . 1 50 ADVERTISEMENTS Inserted at 75 cents per square for tho first insertion, and 50 cents for each subsequent. Weekly 75 cents each insertion. gtV A liberal discount made on the abovii I rates when advertisements are inserted b\' the month or year. AGENTS. Lexington-B. J. Hayes. Hpartanburg-Hiram Mitchell. J. H. Allen, Chester. Julina Poppe, Anderson C. H. 8. P. Kinard, Newberry C. H. Jamos Qrant, Union. J. M. Allen, Greenville. Terrible Deeds of n Degpcrndo. From u gentleman conversant with the facts in tho caao, we have obtain? ed some particulars iu regard to the deeds of a desperado who infests North-eastern Texas, which seem more like the creation of fiction, or the record of events in the dark ages, than like occurrences of the present, and whioh, but for the reliability of our informant, and his opportunity of obtaining the facts, we would be inclined to reject as incredible. His? tory hardly affords a parallel to the atrocious conduct of this fiendish villain. Highwaymen and brigands in other countries, impelled by the thirst for gold, may have committed as many deeds of blood, but murder with them was not the sole object. With him it seems to bo a sort of diabolical pastime, in which he takes delight, as other men would do in the killing of game. He is one of the class of villains whose innate de? pravity and fiendishness was given development by the opportunities afforded by the war, and who have taken advantago of the unsettled state of affairs since, to givo full scope to the wickedness of their malignant hearts, whioh was before kept under restraint by*the force of law. The name of tho desperado is Baker. He calls himself "Col. Baker, of the Confederate army," but it is said he never held a commission in thnt army. He was in the rebel service as a private soldier or guerilla, nnd, we believe, was also at ono time in the Union army. He was in Texas before tho war, and married in the region of his present oxploits. After the war, he had no disposition to settle down to make an honest and peaceable living, but rangod about, committing depredations and out? rages of the most infamous character. His conduct was so outrageous that Gen. Iieyuolds, commanding in Texas, issued au order declaring him an outlaw, and directing that he , should bo killed wherevor found. Ho has latterly been roaming over the country in the North-eastern corner of Texas, and occasionally in tho Indian Territory and South-western Arkansas, sometimes alone, and at other times accompanied by other leaders and desperate characters. A detailed account of all tho ont rages of this desperute villain would fill a volume. Ho is said to have vG??DiitteJ upward o? forty murders, j At first his murderous acts were con? fined to United States soldiers and negroes; but he has ceased to make distinctions, and no oloss is exempt from hin atrocities. At one time ho rode up aud killed two soldiers, who were unsuspicious of danger and un? prepared for an attack. At another time he deliberately shot a colored driver. A squad of men were sent out by a military commander to cap? ture him, and met him on the road woll mounted and armed, and held a conversation with him, but either from not knowing him or from some Other cause, suffered him to escape unmolested. The commander of tho post, at Boston, in Bowie County, Texas, issued a circular offering a reward of $200 for his head. Baker, in return, wrote a proclamation, siguing it "Col. Baker, C. S. A.," offering S-100 for tho commander's head. Ho proposed to capitulate ou certain conditions, muong which were the following: "That nil United States soldiers should leave tho South ; that all rebels should bo re? paid for their losses during the war, and that tho Southern Confederacy should bo acknowledged." Of late, ho has announced that ho will uot spare the rebels. Ho says they have submitted to tho Yankees, and have dared to censure his acts, and ho will trent all alike. This desperado as? sumes au air of bravado and defiance, and has intimidated the people of tho region which he curses with his pre? sence. A ferry privilege on lied Uiver, which was recently put up for public sale, and which would have brought a good figure, was knocked dowu at $10, becaause he had given notice that he didn't want anybody to bid on it, and ho then made tho purchaser transfer the privilege to him. Among tho latest and most fiendish acts of this desperato villain were a number of murders commit? ted on Sulphur Fork, iu Bowie Couu ty, in the vicinity of his father-iu law's residence. Ho went with two companions to the house of an old man, an acquaintance and friend of his father-in-law, and riding up, de? liberately shot down two colored meu who came to the door. The old mau went out to remonstrate with him, when he said, with a malignant smile, "Old man, you aro of no account; you've outlived your usefulness," aud, presenting his re? volver, fired, inflicting a fatal wound. The poor man fell to the ground, and his two daughters ran to his as? sistance, when Baker knocked one of them down, and left her bleeding and senseless. He theu went to the fire-place, aud remarking that the old house had stood long enough, took a shovel-ful of coals and threw them npou abed. Another daughter pulled the bed-clothes off to extin? guish tho tire, when he drew n kuife, and cut her in tho most horri? ble manner. After committing these diabolical acts und treatiug the wholo affair as though he considered ita good joke, he left, and went to his father in-law's house, telling him that per? haps he had better go over to his friends, as they were iu some trouble over there. When tho neighbors went to tho house, tho old mau and one of his daughters were dead. This crowning uot of atrocious crime aroused tho citizens, and a party was organized to capturo and kill Baker. He, however, mado his escape, and is still nt large. It is to be hoped that the efforts to rid tho country of such a malignant fiend may not be abandoned. I Memphis Post. PASS HIM AROUND.-Tho Anderson Intelligencer states that a notorious thief, named Bob Thompson, a mu? latto, escaped from custody on the Otb inst., by jumping from tho pas? senger train on tho Greenville and Columbia ltailrond, between Alstou and Littleton. Ile is ubout twenty fivo years of age, tivo feet six or seven inches high, blind in one eye and the lid partly closed; hos very black hair, resembling that of un lu? d?an, and cut short; ho is consider? ably marked by small pox, especially on his nose. He is a well-known burglar aud horse thief, and has broken open several stores and stolen horses in this State and Florida. Had on a pair of hand-cuffs when last heard from. A reword of forty dollars is offered for him by John R. Cochran, of Anderson, and auy per? son arresting him will confer a favor by notifying him nt once. Kentucky, the famous animal who ia regarded by many experienced judges as the best race horse that ever trod tho American turf, has been sold for $40,000, which is the same price paid for him by Mr. Leonard W. Jerome, two years ago. SPECIAL NOTICES. PANBLNIN'SUIKPATIC BITTEU? mo rapidly gaining in public eetcem. They aro decidedly tho moat excellent Vegetablo Tonic yet discovered for the euro of gene? ral debility and disorder* of tho stomach or liver. Those who have used them pro? nounce them to bo all that ia claimed for them. For salo by all druggists. April 12 fly DR. Q. H. M10T, Agent. A COUGH, A COLD, OU A. SOU IO THROAT, requires immediate attention, and should be checked. If allowed to con? tinuo, Irritation of the Lungs, a Perma? nent Throat Disease, or Consumption, U often the result. BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES Having a direct influence to tho ?tarta, givo immediate relief. For BIIONCIIITIS, ASTH? MA, CATARRH, COSBUMITIVE AND THROAT D18EA8E3, Troches aro used with alwaya good success. Singers and Pnblic Speakers use them to clear and strengthen tho voico. Obtain only "Brown's Bronchial Tro chea," and do not tako any of tho worth leas imitations that may bc offered. Sold everywhere. Oct 27 timo BEAR IN BUND-Wheo disoaeo has undermined tho health, and the physical system baa become prostrated, a stimu? lant that will not only strengthen, but re? move tho cause, should bo immediately resorted to. Mental diatreaa ia also a fruitful Bonrce of the breaking down of tho constitution, and tho ravagea of this enemy to health aro truly alarming. For all such maladies HOSTETTER'S STOMACH BIT? TERS have been found unsurpassed. By acting directly upon tho digestivo organs, they remove the heavy, diaagreeable feel? ing after, eating, so often complained of by persona of a delicate temperament. As soon aa digestion ia restored, tho patient finds his strength increasing and his ge? neral health improved. Thousands of persona certify that it may bc relied on in all cases of weakness or nervous debility attendant upon sodontary habits. The generality of Bitters aro so diaagreeable to the taste that they are objectionable to a weak stomach. Thia ia not tho caso with Hoatettcr's Bitters, which will be found mild and extremely pleasant. Balsamic planta, barks and roots contribute their restorative juices to render it soothing and strengthening. Ita basis is tho only pure stimulant which has ovtr been produced coutainiiiR no fusil oil, or any other doleterious element. Tho most careful and skillful chemists have analyzed the Hitters, and pronounce them hannie SH. Thia is scientific testimony: but tho testimony of the hundreds of thousands who have experienced tho pre? ventive and curativa effects of tho great vegetable tonio and alterative of modern times is still moro conclusive. In Fever and Ague, Dyspepsia, BilliousnosB, Ner? vous Complaints, Chronic Complaints and general debility, it is as nearly infallible aa anything in thia fallible world can be. Feb 12_t6 MARRIAGE AND CELIBACY.-AN ESSAY FOR YOUNO MEN on the Crime of Solitude, and tho Diseaaes and Abuses which create Impedimenta lo Marriage, with sure means of relief. Sont in sealed lotter envelopes, freo of charge. Address Dr. J. SKILLIN HOUGHTON, Howard Association, Philadelphia, Pa. Foo 1 3iuo Tba ConfeaitioHit and Experience of un Invalid.- Published for tho benefit and as a caution tu young men and others, who suffer from Nervous Debility, Prema? turo Decay of Manhood, Ac, supplying tho means of aolf-cure. Written by ono who cured himself, and aent free on receiving a post-paid directed envelope. Addreas NATHANIEL MAYFAIR, Brooklyn, Now York. Alan free, by the same publisher, a circular o? DAISY SWAIN, the creal Poem of tho War._Dee 18 3?no To City Tax-Payers. CITY CLERK'S OFFICE, COLOMBIA, February 14, IMS. TAX-FAYERS aro respect tully notified that returns of all taxable property within the limita of this city are required to bo made on or boforo tho 1st of MARCH next, and payment for tho same, on or be? fore tho 16th of MARCH next. All per? sons failing to comply with thia require? ment anbjoct themselves to an addition of 5 por cont, upon the amount of their taxes. j. s. MCMAHON, _ Feb 15 Imo_City Clerk. Flour! Flour!! C*f \ BBL8. FLOUR, \J\J 150 Saoks Flour; from beat Family to good Super. Jan 12 FISHER A LOWRANCE. Winter Clothing NOW IN STORE. R. & W. C. SWAFFIELD j AHEAD AS USUAL/ SUITS niOS S7.50 TO $60.! AF?LL LINE OF SHIRTS, HOSIERY. UNDER GARMENTS, GLOVES. TIES, TRAVELING SHAWLS, BLANKETS, ETC. Now Stylo PAPER and LINEN COLLARS. A splendid lino of FRENCH and ENG LLSH CASSIMERE. which will be made to order in tho LATEST STYLES and at LOW PRICES. Everything that is new in tho way of II A T S , N. B.-Our CLOTHING ia nearly all of OUR OWN MANUFACTURE. WALKER'S BLOCK, Sept.20_MAIN STREET Beauty and health aro moro to be prized than tho wealth of the Indice. Without health, what aro all tflo posscs sions of world to you with a diseased body and mind. You cannot enjoy them, and it gives you pain not to realize thom. Use the Qnoen'w Delight and be restored. CLOOKS, WATCHED J E W EL R Y. I HAVE on hand one of tho best VyV assortments of tho above LINE ARTIC LES, and am determined to sell at greatly reducod prices. WATCHES AND JEWELRY NEA TL V (?Ad> REPAIRED AT SHORT NOTICE. P. S. Also to dispone of a cheap lot of FORFEITED WATCHES. At ISAAC SULZBACHER'S, Sign of the Green Spectacles, Ono door South I'lueiiix office, Feb 2 Main street, Columbia, 8. C. SEED RYE! SEED RYE ! pf rv BUSHELS SEED RYE for sale. By OU Nov 3 _ ALFRED TOLLESON. EXCHANGE RESTAURANT, Camden Street, rear of Gregg's China Store. J. CLENDI.V1NO, - - - Proprietor. HAVING thoroughly fitted np tho above establishment as a RESTAURANT, 1 am prepared to furnish visitors with tho best of EATABLES and DRINKABLES. OYSTERS, GAME, FISH, MEATS, etc., prepared in the very best style, bv ono of tho finest cooks in tho citv. S?PPERS furnished at short notice. Families sup plied with OYSTERS at reasonable pricos Choico WINES, LIQUORS and CIGARS constantly on hand. LUNCH every day at 1 o'clock." Deo ?0 " THE POLLOCK HOUSE. LIQUORS, WINES, SUGARS, TOBACCO, &C, AT WHOIIBSAIJK ARD It KT AIL. THE UNDERSIGNED has fitted A-!VEFir.p his establishment, and has re HBSMCC?ved a largo stock of the finest M-i qualities and tiranda of LIQUORS, WINES, ALES, Si.GA BS, Smoking and Chewing TOBACCO, etc.; SYRUPS, COR? DIALS and other articles. ALSO, JELLIES and BRANDY FRUITS of home production. lu tho rear of the wholesale st?rt?, he has a handsomely appointed S A M P L, I? It OOM, [WHERE tho best of everything dispensed. l?.EFHKS?I.'???SKTS OF all kinds-FISH. OYS- . TE RS, GAME, MEATS, Ac./;.. -furnished at short notico.j};;. 'and in tho very best styles.m'. SUPPER ROOMS. Vi't JBS&M ATTACHED to tho oslab- P ^cnftfS lishment are commodions ^5*^* rooms, whore private DINNERS and SUITERS will bo furnished for any uumbor of persons from two to 150. LUNCH evory day, at ll o'clock. Tho Proprietor pledges himself that h will continuo, as herotofore, to use his ut most endeavors to give perfect s itisfactio to his patrons and guests. Jan 1 T. M. POLLOCK. jWrjetor. Fresh Crackers. FRESH S >DA BISCUIT, Sugar Crack era, Ginger Schnapps, Ac, just re ceived, and for sale low, by Jan 28 J. A T. R. AGN??V. FISHER & LOWRANCE. m* COLUMBIA. S. C. FURNITURE ! FURNITURE ! ! THE undersigned^ ul keeps constantly on] MOS hand an assortment of* _ 1? FURNITURE, such aa ia usually wanted in a house, consisting of BED? STEADS, all kinds; Chaira. Tablea, Ward? robes, Bureaus, Washstands, Safes, Desk?, Ac. He is also prcparod to manufacture and repair anything in tho Cabinet Mak? ing lino. JEROME FAGAN, Jan 8 OppoBite new Maeonio HalL The Uuakcr i.inimmt; the beat lini? ment for family use; can bo used internally and outwardly. It is a great pain destroy? er. It kills pain and aU kinds of aches* Sold by Fisher & Heinitsh._ Dr. Geo. Smith's Dental Laboratoxy. THE subscriber offers indnce ,menta-in tbo wavof GOOD WORK md LOW PRICE8-to one and ali requiring his professional services. Gire him a call. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed or no charge. Offico on Camden street, nearly oppoaito the Park. Nov 3 ly Carbuncle* and bolla come from im? pure blood. Nature throws out these rm pnrities of the blood, which should ba regarded as a warning. Purify your blood, by nsing Heinitsh's Queen's Delight. Onions, Onions. BARRELS Northern ONIONS, 50 bbls. Pink-eye Planting Po ta toon. On hand and for salo by Jan 28_J. A T. R. AGNEW Ale! Ale! Ale! nALF BBLS. CLAGGET'S CREAM ?J\J ALE. just received direct, por Air Lino, from tho brewery. 100 doz. Bass' Ale, in atone jugs, at veiw low fignree. l'or sale bv Jan 25_ ^EOBOE SYHMER?^ GARDEN SEED. THORBURN'S GARDEN SEED, in gatea? variety, at wholeaalo and retail, ?<<f warranted quality. For sale by Jan ll_E. A G. D. HOPE. Your beauly, your health, your ea?? may be restored,' by nsing Hemitah'* Queen'a Delight. _ The New System OF CASH BEFORE DELEVER?, IK ALI. CASES, adhered to by .ian 4 FISH FR A LOWRANCE. Planting Potatoes. fZ(\ DHLS. Pink Eye Planting POT1. Ol/ TOES, j lift received and for sale by Jan 10 J. A T. R. AGNEW. Corn and Oats. JUST received and for salo: 5(H) bushels CORN. ^00 bushela SEF.D OATS. Jan 21 FISHER A LOWRANOR. Planting Potatoes. f*(\ BBLS. PINK EYE8, in flue ord?-, OU for aale low for ca?h. Jan 19_ _E. & G. D. HOPE. Cutting Cheese. gQ BOXES prime CHEESE, for ratiil 20 boxua English Dairy Cheese, for sai* low by E. A. P. D. HOPE. Tlie life of all flesh 1? blood. Tho hoalth of all life ia pure flesh. Pure blood kef ps out all diseases. The Queen's De? light purifies tbo blood. Washing Machines and Clothes Wringers. CLOTHES WRINGERS and Wosbinr, Machinos, constantly on hand, and tor eui,,, by_ _ J-A_^-^GNEW._ Washing and Toilet Soaps. -g f\f\ BOXES of the most improved aol JLi/V/ popular kinds?, for sain hy th box, for cash only, at low prices. Jan ll _E. ?G. D. HOPE. Trace Chains, Trace Chains. C%/~\if\ PAIRS Wagon and Ploughing 0\J\J TRACES. On hand and tar salo by J. A T. R. AGNEW. IRON TI?8. THE best kind. BEARD'S Self-Adjust? ing IRON TIE, low for cash. Nov 10 FISHER A LOWRANCE. Circassian Lastre, for beautifj ing .tb? hair, for young and old; an elegant artioln and cheaper than anything else of the kind. Sold by Ffsbor A Heinitsh. GREGG, PALMER & CO., BROKERS. STOCKS, Bonds. Gold and Exchang. bought and Bold. Office at G?F,QO A CO.'B. Jan 07