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Venezuela has been subordinate, aud I a Pfc*VialO0*l Government laving boon instituted under oiroumstancoa wh??b? pr?mi?? durability, "?t ha?? been favorably rccogiii/.i-'d. I h?Yft'boon ' reluctantly obbjged.to ask explanation a?d, satisfaction for national injuries committed..bythe President of Hay ti. The .political and sooiul condition of tba rep?blica of Haiti .and St. Bbmiugq'and tho entire'Weit Indies, except, the Spa? nish isiauds of Cuba and Foi io Rico, has boen followed by ft profound popular. oouviotiou ..of tho rightful? ness of republican, institutions, and an intense desire to aeonre them. Tho attempt, however, to establish republics - thore encounters many obstacles, most of which may bo sup? posed to be from long indulged ha? bits of colonial supineness and de? pendence upou European mouurchiul powers, while tho United States bave, on all occasions, professed a decided unwillingness that any part of this continent or its adjacent is? lands, shall be made a theatre for a now establishment of monarchical powers. Too little has been done by ns, on the other hand, to attach the communities by which we nie sur? rounded, to our own country-, or lend even a moral support to tho efforts they aro so resolutely and so con? stantly making to secure republican institutions for themselves. It is a question of grave consideration whe? ther our recent aud present example is not calculated to check the growth and expansion of free principles, and make these communities distrust, if not dread, a Government which, at will, consigns to military domination, States that are integral parts of our Federal Union, and, while ready to resist any attempts by other nations to extend to this hemisphere the monarohial institutions of Europe, assumes to establish over a largo por? tion of her people, a rule moro ab? solute, harsh and tyrannical, than an v known to civilized power. The acquisition of Alaska wat made with a view of extending thc national jnrisdiction and Republican principles in the American bernis phere. Believing that a farther ster. conld be taken in the same direction, I last year entered into a treaty witli tho King of Denmark for tho pur chase of the islands of St. Thoma: and St. John, on the best terms thor obtainable, and with tho express con sont of the people of these islands This treaty still remains under con sideration in the Senate. A nev convention has been entered intt with Denmark, to enlarge thc tim* fixed for iiual satisfaction of th? original treaty. Comprehensivo na tional policy would seem to sanctioi the acquisition aud iucorporatioi into our Federal Union of the seve ral adjacent continental and instila communities, ns speedily as it can b done, peacefolly, lawfully, and with out any violation of national justice faith or honor. Foreign possessio: or control of those communities, hn hitherto burdened tho growth an impeded thc infiuonco of the Unite States. Chronic revolution and an archy there would bo equally injur oas. Each one of them, when firml established as an independent Rc public, or whou incorporated in th United States would bo a new sourc of tho strength and power. Conforming my administration* t these principles, I have on no occi sion lent support or toleration to ni lawful expeditions on foot, upon tl plea of republican propagandista, < of national extension or aggrandiz mont. The necessity, however, < repressing such unlawful movemen clearly indicate the duty which res upon ns of adapting our l?gislatif action to tho new circumstances of decline of European- monarchic power and influence, ?nd the increa of American republican ideas, inte esta and sympathies. It cannot be long before it will b como necessary for this Governmei to lend some effective aid to tho sol tion of the political and social pr hienas which are continually ke before the world by the R publics of the island of St. D mingo, and which are now disc tosh themselves more distinctly th: heretofore in the island of Cub Tho subjeot is commended to yoi consideration, with all the moro ca u est nest, because I am satisfied th the time has arrived when even dirent a proceeding as a proposita for nn annexation of the two repn lies of tho island of St. Domiug would not only receive tho consent the people interested, but would al givo satisfaction to all other forei nations. I am aware that npon tho questi of further extending our possessio) ii. is apprehended by some that c political system cannot succossfn be applied to an area more extond than our continent. But tho con\ tion is rapidly gaining ground in t American mind, that with theincre ed facilities for iutercommunicati between all portions of the earth, I Erinciplesof free government, as c odied in our Constitution, if fai illly maintained and carried 01 wonld provo of sufficient streni and breadth to comprehend wit their sphere and influence tho ci ?zed nations of tho world. Tho tuution of tho Senato and of C gr* . is again respectfully invited ?.ie treaty for tho establishment commercial reciprocity with Hawaiian Kingdom, entered i last year and already latified by Go vor ii mon i. The attitude of tho United 8tuteo towards these islands Ls not very different from that in whieh they stand towards I tho Weat '< Indies. It is known and felt by the Hawaiian Government and the people, that their Government and institutions are feeble and precarious; that the United States being so near a neigh? bor, would be unwilling to see the island pass under foreign control. Their prosperity is continually dis? turbed by expectations and alarms of unfriendly political powers, proceed? ing as well from the United States as from other foreign powers. A reci? procity treaty, while it could not materially diminish the revenue of the United States, would bo a guarantee of tho good will and for bearaoco of all nations until the poo ploof tho islands shall, of themselves, at no distant day, voluntarily apply for admission into the Union. The Emperor of Russia has accedod to tho treaty negotiated hero in Janu? ary Jast, for tho security of trade? marks in the interest of manufactures and commerco. I havo invited his attention to the importance of esta? blishing now,while it seemo easy aud practicable, a fair and equal regula? tion of tho vost fisheries belonging to tho now nations tu the waters of tho North Pacific Ocean. Tho two treaties between tho United States and Italy, for the regulation of consular powers and the extradition of criminals, ne? gotiated and ratified during the last session of Congress, havo been ac? cepted and confirmed by the Italian Government. A liberal consular convention whieh has been negotiated with Belgium, will bo submit ted to the Senate. The very important treaties which Mere negotiated between the United States and North Germany aud Bavaria, for the regulation of tho rights of natu? ralized citizens, have boeu duly rati? fied aud exchanged, and similar treaties have been entered into with the kingdoms of Belgium and Wur temburg, and with the Grand Duchies of Buden and Hesse. I hope soon to be ablo to submit equally satisfactory conventions of the same character, now iu tho course of negotiation.with tho rcspeotivoGovernments of Spain, Italy aud the German Empire. Tlio examination of claims against the United States by the Hudson Bay Company and the Puget Sound Agri? cultural Company, on account of cer? tain possessory rights iu the Stuto ol Oregou and Territory of Washiugtou, alleged by these companies in virtue of tho provisions of the treaty be tween tho United States aud Great Britain, of June 15, 181(5, has been diligently prosecuted under the direc? tion of the Joint International Com mission to which they wero submitter for adjudication by treaty betwcei: the two Governments ot July 1, 1868, and will, it is expected, bo concluder at an carly day. No practical regulation ooiioerninj colonial trade and the fisheries cat bo accomplished by treaty betweei tho United States and Great Britain until Congress shall have expressed their judgment concerning the prin ciples involved. Three other questions, howovor. between the United States and Grea Britain, remain open for adjustment these are the mutual rights of natu ralized citizens, tho boundary ques tion, involving tho title to the islam of San Juan, on tho Pacific coast, am mutual claims arising since the yea 1853, of tho citizens and subjects o the two countries, for injuries au< depredations committed uuder th authority of their respective Govorn ments. Negotiation upon these sub j cots are ponding; and I am not with out hope of being able to lay befon the Senate, for their consideration during the present session, protocol calculated to bring to an end thes justly exciting and Tong existing con troversies. I nm not advised of the action c the Chinese Government upon th laborious and auspicious treaty whic was recently celebrated with its plc nipotontiary at this capital. Japan remains a theatre of civ war, | marked by religious incident and political severity peculier to thc long isolated empire. The Executiv has hitherto maintained strict net trality among the belligerents, an acknowledges with pleasuro that : has been frankly and fully sustaine in that course by tho enlightenc concurrence and co-operation of th other treaty powers, namely: G ret Britain. France, tho Netherland North Germany and Italy. Spain having recently undergor a revolution marked by extraordinal unanimity and preservation of orde tho Provisional Government estai lisheti at Madrid has been rocoj nized. The friendly interests whic have so long and happily existed b twoen the two countries remain ui changed. I renew the recommendation coi tained in my communication to Coi gross, dated the 16th July last, copy of which accompanies this mc sago, that the judgment of the pe plo should be taken on tho proprie, of so amending the Federal Constit tion that it shall provide: 1. For an election of Presidei and vice-President by a direot vo of the people, instead of through tl agency of electors, and making the ineligible for re-election to a seo<n term. 2. For a distinct designation tho person who shall discharge tl duties of President, in the event of n vacaocry'nTthat offico^nyVfeta'.death, resignation, or removal ol both the. President and Vice-President'. 8. For the election of Senators of the United States, directly by Ihe people of the several Staten, instead of by the Legislatures. 4. For limitation to a period of years of the terms of Federal judges. Profoundly impressed with the propriety of making these important modifications in the Constitution, I respectfully submit them f( r the early consideration of Congress. We should, as far as possiblo, remove all pretext for violatious of the orgimis law by remedying such imperfections as time and experience may de? velop, ever remembering that the Constitution, which at any lime exists, until changed by au explicit and authentic act of tho whole peo? ple, is sacredly obligatory upon all. In the performance of a duty im? posed upon me by thc Constitution, I have communicated to Congress in? formation of the state of the Union, and recommended for their consider? ation such measures as have seemed to mo necessary and expedient. If carried into effect, they will hasten tho accomplishment of the great and beuificial purpose for which the Con? stitution was ordained, and which it comprehensively states wore to form a more perfect Uuiou, establish jus? tice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for tho common defence, promote the general welfare, and se? cure tho blessings of liberty to our? selves and our posterity. In Con? gress are vested all legislative powers, aud upon thom devolves the respon? sibility ns woll for framing unwise aud excessive laws, aa for neglecting to devise aud adopt measures abso? lutely demanded by the wants of the country. Let us earnestly hope that before tho expiration of our respec? tivo terms of service, now rapidly drawing to a close, an All-wise Pro? vidence will so guard our couusel as to strengthen and preserve the Fede? ral Union, iuspiro reverence for the Constitution, restore prosperity and happiness to our whole people and promote on earth peace aud good will towards men. (Signed) AN URE W JOHNSON. Thc State Les tal ut ii rr. FOURTEENTH DAY'S PROCEEDINGS. SENATE. THURSDAY, December ll, 18GS. The Seuate assembled at 12 M., and was called to order by tba Presi? dent pro (cm., non. C. W. Montgo? mery. Prayer by tho Chaplain. Mr. Hayes asked and obtained leave of absence for two days. Mr. Jillson presented the memorial of the Board of Trustees of the Roper Hospital, praying for an appropria? tion of $i,?(JU for the support of that iustitution. Referred to the Committeo on Finance. Mr. Foster presented the accounts of Cleveland, Walker A Co., of Spar tauburg County, for blankets fn/nish ed prisoners in jail; of F. W. Trim? mer, for advertising; and Woodward Allen aud Raymond Owen, for work dono on Deaf, Dumb and Blind Asylum, at Cedar Springs. Beferred to the Committeo on Claims. Mr. Buck presented the peti? tion of mundry citizens of Horry County, praying the establishment of separate schools for the education of tho young. Referred to the Com? mittee on Education. Mr. Swails presented a communi? cation from tho County Commission? ers of Williamsburg County, relative to the trestle work over Black River, usod by tho North-eastern Railroad, complaining that the company are filling np tho same so that it banks the water in said river, preventing tho road from being kept in good or? der, and making it unhealthy and unsafe for the people along the road, and dangerous to the traveling pub? lic. Referred to the Committeo on Claims and Grievances. Mr. Nash presented the account of Jacob Leviu, for coal furnished the Senate Referred to the Committee on Contingent Accounts and Ex? penses. Mr. Hayes introduced a resolution, that tho Committee on Finance be authorized to fix the salaries of the officers and employees of tho Senate. Referred to the Committee on Fi? nance. Mr. Grenue introduced a concur? rent resolution, that tho Attorney General bo authorized to employ the services of two competent legal gen? tlemen to aid in tho preparation of the various papers necessary for tho consideration of tho General Assem? bly. Ordered for consideration to? morrow. Mensajes Kn?. 3 nnd 4 from His Excellency the Governor wore an? nounced, and presented to the Sonate by Mr. E. S. Jennison, Assistant Private Secretary. Messages received as information, and referred. Mr. Greene, from the Committee on Enrolled Bills, reported as daly enrolled, souled and ready for ratifi? cation, an Act acceptiug the dona? tion of lands to tho State of South Carolina for the endowment ot agri? cultural colleges. Mr. Hayes, from the Committee nn Ci tims, to whom was referred the accounts of Dr. Charles E. Dnpont, i?r. W. IJ. Templeton, Dr. W. P. Geiger, Dr. Elliott Cowes, Dr. F. L. Greou, Dr. W. R. Jones and Dr. J. F. Cul poper for post mortem examina? tions, reported back tho ?arno, and say that although tho Committee have DO doubt but that many of these claims are inst, yet as the law in re? gard to their payment is very clear, tbe Committee feel bound to recom? mend that they aU be rejected. Also submitted the report (favorable) of that Committee on the account of Drs. Long & Burnham. Ordered for consideration to-morrow. Mr. Jillson introduced a bill to ra? tify, confirm and amend tho chartor of the Charleston South Caroliua Mining and Manufacturing Compa? ny. Mr. Hayes introduced a bill to make appropriations for the per diem aud mileage of the members of the Geueral Assembly, and the sala? ries of tho subordinate officers, and other expenses incidental thereto. Mr. Nash introduced a bill to fix the timo and placo of judicial sales. Mr. Rainey introduced a bill to amend an Act entitled "An Act to regulate attachments;" received tbe first reading, and was ordered for consideration to-morrow. Tbe Speaker of thc House of Rep? resentatives attended in tho Senate House, when the following Acts and joint resolution wero duly ratified: An Act accopting tho donation of lands to the Stato of South Carolina for the eudoirment of agricultural colleges; an Act to provide assistance for the transient sick poor in the va? rious cities and towns of this State; joint resolution for tho relief of Mrs. Mury A. C. Hobbs. The report of tho Committee on the Military ou a bill entitled "A bill to amend an Act entitled 'An Act to establish a State Police,' " was taken up and amended, and ordered to ?i third reading. The Senate took up for considera? tion a bill to facilitate the drawing of jurors in this State, which waa amended aud sent to the House. The Sonate adopted a resolution that this General Assembly will take a recess from Tuesday, the 22d inst., till Tuesdav, tho 5th day of January, 180?), at 12 ni.: Provided, That dur? ing tho recess no member shall be eutitlcd to per diem. Sent to thc House for concurrence. Report of the Committee on Po lilical Disabilities on the petitions ol John C. Hope and Joseph B. Hollar, was agreed to. and ordered to thc House. The Senate adjourned at2.30 p. ni. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tho House met at 12 M. Tin Speaker took thc chair. Braver bj Rev. B. P. Berry. Mr. Purvis, from the Committee oi Incorporations, reported on tho peti tion of sundry citizens of Beaufort praying for division of said County and request that tho potitiou be re forrad to tho Committee on Interna Improvements. Granted. .'Ir. W. J. McKinley, from th Committee on County Offices and Of fleers, submitted a report, calling th attention of County Commissioner: of Kershaw County to sections 1 aud 12 of an Act entitled "An Act t define the jurisdiction and duties o County Commissioners," also, of ai ticlo V, section 10, of same Act which will give them all necessary ir formation; first, as to division c townships; and, second, as to mod of procedure for assessing and rai; ing taxes. Adopted. Mr. Sasportas, from tho Committc on Engrossed Acts, reported as dui and correctly engrossed for a tbir rending, a bill to incorporate Calvar Baptist Church, of Charleston. Lai over for a third reading. Mr. Bosemon, from the Medici Committee, roported unfavorably o a bill to establish a health office Thc report waa laid on the table t take up the bill, which was put upo its second reading and the ennetin clause stricken out. Mr. Ransier introduced tho follow ing preamble and resolution, whic was adopted: Whereas, tho Colored Orphan As; lum, at Charleston, occupying tl Elliott Mansion, and supported h the Government of tho United Stat through tho agoncy of the Bureau < Freedmen, Refugees and Abandone Lands, will cease to receive aid i such from this source after tho 1st i January, 18G9; therefore, Resolved, That the Committee c Education be, and they aro. instruc ed to report, as soon as practicable, bill providing for tho support ai maintenance of said Asylum by tl State, and to inquiro into the expec! ency of changing tho location of tl same. Also, introduced a resolntio which was adopted, that tho Commi toe on Ways and Means be, and tb aro hereby, instructed to roport tl ?. rviiiM .i....... M r,? tijA ?*.*>r>ror%r' tion to pay tho per diem an5 otilen of members of tho General Assei bly made nuder Acts of Angnst ni September, 1808, and as soou practicable, if deemed necessary, bill making further appropriation f tho purposes referred to above. Mr. Ransier introduced a bill amend an Act eutitled "An Act define the jurisdiction and duties County Commissioners." Read t first time, and referred to tho Coi mittooon County Offices and Office; Mr. G. Lee presented the petiti of certain citizens of Charleston f a charter for a military compati Referred to tho Committee on Iuo< porations. Mr. DeLarge presented tho accoti of P. L. Porcher, M. D., for p mortem examination. Laid over I reference to the Committee on Claims. Several resolutions relative to a re? cess from the 22d instant until Janu? ary, were introduced. Mr. Rivers then introduced a bill to repeal an Act entitled "An Act to repeal tho charter of tho town of Hamburg," which was road the first time, and referred to tho Com? mitteo on Incorporations. Mr. Tomlinson presented the peti? tion of the Charleston Bible Society for renewal of charter. Referred to the Committee on Incorporations. Mr. J i un si er introduced a resol u t.on, which was adopted: That the Attorney-General be requested to fur? nish the General Assembly now in session with his opinion ns to whether or not, if the General Assembly ad? journs over or take a recess for moro than three days, tho members are entitled to their per diem and mile? age under tho Constitution. Mr. DoLarge, from the Committeo on Ways and Means, reported unfa? vorably on a bill to regulate tho sale of spirituous liquor by apothecaries and others. Also, presented the ac? count of the Charleston Mercury for advertising. Laid over for referenco to the Committee on Claims. A bill to prescribe the manner in which all debts contracted prior to May 1, 18G5, shall be collected iu this State, was put upon its second read? ing and the enacting clause strichen out. A bill to punish Sheriffs and other officers for violating the homestead law was put upon its second reading, slightly amended aud passed to a third reading. Thc resignation of Mr. George A. Bennett, as a member of tho House from Beaufort County, oil account of ill health, was accepted. Bills to increase the lien on Magis? trates' executions and to incorporate the Calvary Baptist Church, of the city of Charleston, wero read a se? cond time. The Senate's concurrent resolution relative to adjournment, was, on mo? tion of Mr. DeLarge, concurred in, aud ordered to bo returned to tho Senate. Mr. Neagle introduced a resolution, whieh was adopted: That the Com? mittee on Ways and Means bo in? structed to inquire into the amount of the executions issued by Tax Col? lectors against individuals for capita? tion tax, now being collected by She? riffs, and report to this Houso if anj' of these officers are collecting moro than is warranted by law. The following members obtained leave of absence: Mr. Bishop, for five days; Messrs. Johnston, Ransier and McKinley, for three days. The Sergoaut-nt-Aruis obtained leave of absence for six days from Saturday next. ' The House adjourned at 2.35 P. M. TolOKra-p^jL. Cullie in-.si>:iu lit s . LONDON, December ll.-lu its comments on tho message, tho News (radical) says, President Johnson's persistent opposition with the nation, is the canse of tho partial fail ure of tho reconstruction measures. There is no hope of restoration, unity and peace until Grant's nccession. Tho Slundard (conservative) strongly de? precates the Senate's refusal to hoar the message. Tho Herald (conserva? tive) says the message commends it? self to everybody interested in Ame? rican affairs, asa warning protest and testament of a statesman politically dying. MADRID, December ll.- An armis? tice of two days has peen agreed on at Cadiz to bury the dead and remove the women and ohildren. LATE?.-Tho rebels proposed terms of capitulation, which the Govern? ment is disposed to accept. Still later accouuts received from Cadiz state that tho insurrection is assum? ing alarming proportions. Despatch ! es in regard to the surrender are er l roneous. Tho insurgents have some artillery and oconpy important posi? tions. Gen. Caballero de Roda, with considerable force, has marched to the assault of Cadiz. Mutual guards are employed to keep order and pro? tect property in Madrid. There is great excitement in Malaga and other I towns, but open revolt only in Cadiz. A rising is momentarily expected io Catalonia. Arms and munitions has ? been received at Cadiz for the insur? gents. Tho rebels aro acting with j great determination, and will fight until tho last. Both parties respect the Americau flag. Hundreds of citi? zens are seeking protection from the American Consul. An United States man-of-war is in port. Danish and Italian war vessels have been placed at I tho American Consul's disposal. ! Owing to the threatening state of I affairs, many wealthy families are ! leaving Cadi/.. Prim has gouo to An I dalusia. Tho provisional govern ! ment is in a much embarrassed and disordered condition, both ns to country and finances. LONDON, December ll.-Cretan ad? vices, via Athens, state that the Turks captured a strong position in Sthokia, whero tho Cretans had erected block houses and had also stored a quantity of provisions and munitions, intended for the Cretans. The Turks have also seized two land? ings on tho shore nearest Greece. It is reported thut in couseqneuoe of ihese advantages, tho insurrection is dying. trews it em*. CHARLESTON, December . ll.-Ar? rived-schooner W. G. Deurborn, Philadelphia Sailed--"hector J. W. Allen, Boston. WASHINGTON, Deceinbor ll.-Helen Weston, the well-known actress, died this morning. WASHINGTON, December ll.-The House Election Committee meets on Monday, to consider a M>??oari eon test, which will occupy the session; next in order is the Georgia eontest between Christy and Wilpry. $27,000,000 coin interest on tho debt will be paid January 1. Customs receipts from the 1st to the 5th inclusive, $2,035,000. The Reconstruction Committee meets to-morrow, to nrrange for in? vestigations regarding East Virginia, Mississippi and Georgia. As it in? volves great labor, the Committee will probably make no report before the recess. PL9A.KVIAI4 ANO co.U.UKii?;iAl.. NEW YOHK, December ll-Noo)| Money 7. Sterling 9%. Gold 35/? Flour advanced 10?15c. Wheat~Ad vanced 8c. Mess pork dull, at ($25%. Lard firmer-steam 1-?6(^ }?. Cotton quiet, at 25 7 P. M.-Cotton uni- mnged; sales 2,500 bales. Flonr active-common to fair extra Southern 7.20@8.00. Wheat firm, at noon's advance. Mess pork 25.50@26. Lard firmer-kot tie Freights activo--s cotton sail 5-16?^; steam y?@% Money firmer-call 7; demand quito active. Sterling less active, at 94%. Gold weaker, at 35%. BALTIMORE, December ll.-Cotton 24.|.i@24%. Flour firm and in fair demand, but prices unchanged. Cora firm-white 94@97. Mess pork 26>?. Bacon quiet. CINCINNATI, December ll.-Flour -family 7.25(3v7.50. Cora firmer ear 04(o)65. Mess pork 25-mom buyers than sellers. Bulk meaty strong-shoulders 5%Q/if?: clear sides 13%?14. Packed lard active und in speculative demand-prime steam 15>??15%. CHARLESTON, December ll.-Cot? ton steady; sales 65 bales-middlings 23;.j; receipts 1,160. AUGUSTA, December ll.-Cottoa. dull and lower; Bales 450 bales; re? ceipts 890-middling 22%. SAVANNAH, December! ll.-Cotton opened active but closed steady; sale? 1,780 bales-middlings 23 W; receipts 1,988. MoniiiE, December 10.-Cotton, demand light; sales 300 bales-mid? dlings 23@23.!.i-closed at inside figure; receipts 2,513; sales of the week 9,050; stock 47.789. NEW ORLEANS, December IL Prices of cotton easier to-day-mid? dlings 23; sales 5,800 bales; sales of the week 36,700. Gold 35%. Flonr firmer under a speculative demand superfine 6%(a?7; double 7%@7&; treble 7>?@8)?. Corn firmer, at 77@78. Bacon scarce-prime shoul? ders 12?.j ; clear rib 12}?; clear 19>?. Sugar activo-common 8j<?@9-^; clarified 12)?@12%. Molasses firm common 44@45; choice 62@63. Whia koy-stock light-Western 1.10(3)1.15 LONDON, December ll-3 P. M. Consols 92%. Bonds quiet, at 74%. I LIVERPOOL, December ll-3 P. M. Cotton quiet, but tending down sales of the week 64,000 bales; ex? ports 15,000; speculation 35,000; whereof 49,000 are American; stock nfloat 238,000; whereof 95,000 are American. LONDON, December ll-Evening. Consols 92??. Bonds 74%. LIVERPOOL, December ll-Even? ing.-Cotton quiet-uplands 10%(<A 10%; Orleans ll(aUl%; sales 10,000 bales; yarns and fabrics ia Manches ter4firmer. Oircua! Wait! Wait?1 y 0 u ALL REMEMBER STONE * MURRAY'S OIBCU?! REST over in Columbia-is coming Christmas Week! North Carolina Buckwheat. AFRESH HUrPLY, just received ani for salo, for leas than any other 1* market, bv Deo 121" T. J. & H. M. GIBSON. Wolfe's Schiedam Sohnaps. AFRESH SUPPLY received to-day, by Dec 12 FISHER A LOWRAHCB. Pre sh Arrival. "y^ERY LATEST STYLER OF ALPINE, TOURIST, Ano WOOL HATS. At tho store of "?T_ Deo 12 !. W. J. HOfflL TOILET SHITS, .piOR CHRI8TMA8! CHEAP, AT JR. E. .1 ACKSON?!. Fine Combs and Brushes Jj!OR CHRISTMAS CHEAP, AT E. E. JACKSONS. Pine Meerschaum Pipes 7?r->u CHRISTMAS CHEAP, AT E. E. JACK80N?3. Of Course. Deo 12 *