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We cine s lay Moraine:. January 20. 1869. The Parla Conference u ntl IC? Dlfflcultlts. Th? "Western powers imagined that they had sot the "Eastorn question" at rest by their Crimean victories nud tho provisions contained in the treaty couoluded at Puris in 1856. Despite those victories and that treaty, however, the Cretan insurrection has revived it, and now again wo have a conclave of European diplomats assembled in the French metropolis for the purpose of attempting its solution. But, though it ie possible that they will succeed in arranging the pending difficulties between the Porte and the Hellenio Government, it does not seem at all likely that they will be a whit more successful than their predecessors in effectually settling that ever-recurring diffi? culty styled the "Eastern question." Foi as long as the Christian population of Eu? ropean Turkey-which comprehends, bo il remembered, the great majority of its inha? bitants-continues snbject to the sway ol an oppressive Ottoman minority, this same "question" will bo incessantly turning up ander some pbaso or other, and all attempts to exorcise it will be in vain. Tho "Eastern question" is, in fact, a chronic question. It started into existence when the Turk fi rsl obtained a foothold in Europe; it will nol disappear till he shall have been expellee thence. Every province taken from th? infidel and added to the dominions of th? Greek kingdom will, no doubt, shorten thi span of its being, and draw nearer tho da; of its demise; but (os tho New York Citizei confidently asserts) whilo the Moslem poa sesees one of the /Egean Isles, owns a foot o European soil, or defiles with his prcsenc the oity of Constantine, the "Eastern ques tion" will survive to be a source of trouble anxiety and perplexity to the statesmen o Christendom. The Paris Conferenco may censure th Government of King George for bavin connived at the intermeddling of i te sut jects in Cretan affairs, yet what power ha that Govermneut to prevent such interme? diing, when tho sympathies of the entire nu tion were enlisted on tho ?ide of their struj gling brethren? If other Governments uttc a formal protest against their people partie pating in the strife of foreign States, the are held to have done all that could fairly I required of them; why, then, should not th Greek Government be thus charitably dea with? For two centuries the Cretans ha\ groaned under the yoko of the Ottomai who, in 16G9, expelled tho Venetians froi the island, and substituted his own mephit rule for tho paternal supromncy of tl: Doge. Since that luckless epoch tho hi tory of Crete has been merely a record < the wanton outrages of tho dominant rae of the incessant insurrections of the vai quished, attended by those infallible e\ deuces of national decline, expiring indu try, und a waning population. The somb atmosphere of this dreary period was c livened, indeed, hy one solitary gleam sunshine, which cheered for a moment t! desponding heurts of the suffering Gretat Tho glorions results of the war of indepe dence had led them to hope that they, tc wonld be freed from the Moslem yoke, ai united in destiny, os in sympathy, faith ai consanguinity, with tho continental Greel but when they found that they were only be transferred from one infidel oppressor another-from tho Ottoman to tho Egy tian-why should wo wonder if grief, ind nation and despair took possession nf th souls? Their eouneetiou with Egypt wi however, of a temporary nature, for in IS Crete was re-annexed to the dominions of t Sultan, against whoso authority tho ?shu era have been carrying on a desperate stn gie fer moro than two years, during wh they have displayed heroic valor, and flicted much loss on their enemies. Nt tho delinquency for which the Greeks hi been arraigned before tho present Cont euee is .simply this: that they being, a^ wer", eye-witnesses of the unequal cont* did not rogart! the matter with that apatiri indifference which diplomat? deem ont tho cardinal virtues; but, on tho contre gave all tho succor possible to their Cro brethren, and all the annoyance possible their antagonists. The members of Conferenco must not ho numbered am those who jud(;e human frailty with cl ?ty, since they have actually refused tc low tho Greek Minister to take part in tl deliberations. This arbitrary decision i tend, however, to render thc object of Conferenco abortive, for why should Gu recognize tho legitimacy of a body who declining to hear hor counsel, have vioh one oi the fundamental principles of eqr and if Groece protests against submit the question at issue between her nnd Turk to their judgment, not only an Eas war, but an European war mpv bo the sequence. The New York Times speaks with evident pleasure of the recent improvement in the value of Southern lands. Of this State it says: "South Carolina fully shares the "??on efit of the ohange. The rapidity and extent of it can only be "fully appreciated by those who have hod opportunities for observing aud contrasting tho present condition of all classes of the Southern people, with their condition twelve months ago." -o-? MK. PHOENIX.: A mass meeting was held a few nights ago, in one of tho vacant lots of our town, participated in by a highly re? spectable and useful class of the community, to express their indignation at being the ouly things animate or inanimate, in South Carolina, now untaxed. The meeting was a largo ono; being attended by all who could leavo their family duties for a fow hours-tho females seeming to tako as great an interest in tho matter os thc males. The meeting was called to order by a fino-look ing gentleman, whose acquaintance tho writer formed a short time since, at Mr. Oliver's store. He introduced a Mr. Crook, who is well-known by his lively and agreea? ble manners-tho latter resides at Dr. Jack? son's. His speech was somewhat as follows: FETJOW-CITIZENS: Wo meet here to-night to express our deep and heart-felt indignation at the unmerited slight that has been put upon us, and to tako into consideration some plan by which we can force its re? moval. What have we done or left undone, that wo should be deprived of our rights to be taxed? Have wo not night aftor night ? raised our voices for tho public good? Have we not guarded tho stores, closets, pantries and carpet-bags of our fellow-citizens and sojourners? Have we not dono all in our powor to preserve tho equilibri? um of power bot ween cat and rat? But what avails it all? Our rights are denied us. My friends, let us adopt another course. Let us tako our easo at night; let us no longer watch store, closet, pantry or carpet? bag, until wo get our right?. Let tho rats and mice eat tho cheese, cut the meal, Hour and carpet-bags, and "work their own sweet will," until wo get our rights. Let us scratch tho babies' faces when they pull our tails. Let us cat the fish, drink tho milk, break tho plates and dishes, until wo get our rights. Lotus mako "night hideous" around the dwellings of tho member;! of tho Legislature, until we get our rghts. Friends and brothers, say, shall this bo so? Tho voico of tho speaker was hero drowned by deafening shouts of yes, yes, yes. The meeting was becoming noisy and excited, when fortunately, for tho public good, a heavy shower carno ou, which forced all to run for shelter. Doubtless we shall hear again from the poor, slighted, untaxed cats. FAST AND CHEAT PRINTING.-We have added a fast card press-of the Degcner <fc Weiler patent-to the machinery of the PhcentX office; and have also made additions to our stock of fancy type, cards, papor, etc. Persons in want of any styles of book and job printing, are invited to call and examine samples and prices. Cards printed nt short notice, and at prices varying from $3.50 to $10 per thousand. ESSAY? F?ll YOUNG MEN-On tho ERRORS and ABUSES incident to Youth and Early Man? hood, with tho humane view of treatment and euro, neut hy mail free of charge. Address HOWARD ASSOCIATION. Rex P., Philadelphia, Pa. Jan 20 Hmo True Brotherhood Lodere No. 84. A. F. M. A AN EXTRA C )MMUNICATION of True ?#WBrotherhood Lodge No. 84 . A. P. M.. wilt /^bo held, at Masonic Hall, THIS EVENING, at 7 o'clock. Tho Third Degree will ho conferred. By order of thc W. M. .1 an 20 1 K^L. LE APHA RT. Sce.'y.__ Seed Potatoes. rr rr BBLS. PINK-EYES, PRINCE ALBERTS, I O Jackson NN hites, and Early Goodrich, in tine order and for sale hy E. A G. 1). MOPE. To Wood Contractors. IWISH to contract for 150 cordH of Long Leaf PINE WOOD, to bo delivered at my mill, at tho rato of three or four corda por week. [ Jan 201* _RICHARD TOZER. ? ?W GOODS. "^yrp. h ive j'j-t received a larrie supply ;.f DELAN ES, POPPINS, MERINOS, And other DRESS GOODS, purchased f>>r cash, at greatly roducod priers. Wa aro now offering gr. at bargains in those goode. Tho Ladies will Bud it greatly to their advantage to give us a call, at; we can assure thom wo will give them bar? gains. J. H. A M. I,. KINARI). Jan 20 o Notice. TUE Directors of tho Elmwood Cemetory Com? pany will please tako notico that there will bo au r .eira meeting held.on WEDNESDAY next, tho .20th instant, at 10 o'clock A. M., in Council Cham? ber, by order of tho President. There will bo an election for KEEPER OF THE GKOUSDS, to fill tho vacancy occasioned by the resignation of Mr. Williams, Other business of importance will bo laid boforo the Board. Appli? cants will hand in th( ir letters to me by tito above named time. ORLANDO Z. BATES, Jan ll) 2* Hoerotary and Treasurer. Uhromos. EQUAL to Oil Paintings, in beauty. ANEW VARIETY from Europe at low prices. AUSO, A fino lot of PHOTOGRAPH ALBUMS, all prices. Pd sale at BRYAN & MoOARTEH'B Jan 17 Bookstore. * SUUe legislature. THIBTX-THIRD JDAY'S PBOOEBDINGtS. SENATE. MOND?T, January 18.-The Senate assem? bled at 12 M., and was called to order by the President. The petition of sundry citizens of Sum? merville, Sooth Carolina, against the exten? sion of the corporato limits of the said village, waa presented. The acoonnt of Dr. B. E. Martin, of Laurens County, for a post mortem exami? nation, was presented. The Committee on Elections, to whom was referred tho petition of C. li. Franklin to valid?te tho election of the town of Clin? ton. South Carolina, reported back the same, with a recommandation that the peti? tion bo laid on the table. Ordered for con? sideration to-morrow. The Committee on tho Military, to whom was recommitted a bill to amend an Act en? titled "An Act to established a State po? lice," with instructions to incorporate pro? visions for tho punishment of certain climes, reported back the same, with a re? commendation that 6aid provisions be not incorporated, and a furtLsr recommenda? tion that the bill do pass. Agreed to. Tho Committee on Engrossed Bills re? ported as duly and correctly engrossed, and ready for a third reading, a bill to amend an Act entitled "Au Act to establish a Stute police;" ordered for consideration to-morrow. Notice was gi ven of bills to amend the law relating to arson; to define grand and petit larceny; to prohibit persons being ad? mitted to bail who are charged with and committed for the crime of murder. A bill to create a mechanic's lieu was read and ordered to Ho on tho table. \ Message No. 19 from Hil Excellency the Governor, relatiug to Executive business, was presented to the Senate by Mr. E. S. Jennison, Assistant Private Secretar}'. Tho several orders were proceeded with, after which the Senate went into Executive sessiou. A bill to incorporate the Columbia Build? ing and Loan Association was referred tc the Committee on Incorporations. Tho Senate took up for consideration n joint resolution authorizing tho Governoi to employ au armed force for the preserva? tion of tho peace. Referred to the Com? mittee on tho Military. T.io Senate adjourned at 12.25 P. M. HOUSE OF REPRESEN VATIVES. The House met at 12 M. The Committee on Education reported favorably OD a Senate bill to amend au Ad entitled "Au Act to provide for the tem porary organization of the Educational De partmcnt of the State. Ordered to asoeoni reading. The Committee on Incorporations report od favorably on a bill to renew the charte: of the Charleston Bible Society. Tho Committee on Ways and Means re ported favorably on a bill to regulate tin agencies of insurance companies not incor porated in the State of South Carolina. Tho Committee on the Judiciary reporto* favorable on a bill to amend an Act eutitlei "An Act to ameud tho law in relation to re cordiug mortgages, and to regulate the liei thereof." Also, on the House and Senat bills to alter and amend thc criminal law and recommended that tho House bill b laid on tho table, and tho Senate bill b j put on its second reading. So ordered Also, favorably, ou a bill to amend au Ac entitled "An Act to regulato tho manner c drawing juries. " Also, favorably, on a bill t j defino the duties of tho State Reporter, am to provide for the publication of tho Si preme Courfc reports. Also, unfavorably on a bill to alter and amend an Act entitle "An Act to determine and perpetuate th homestead." Tho bilh were ordered to li I over for a second reading. Tho Committee on Engrossed Acts ri I ported as duly and correctly engrossed fe j a third reading a bill to alter and amend a Act entitled "An Act to closo tho operatior I of tho Bank of the State of South Carolina. I Ordered to bo sent to the Senate. A bill to provide tho way aud manner f< selling drifted lumber, Sec., was read tL first time, and referred. The Committee on thc Judiciary wero ii structed to report to-morrow upon a bi referred to that committee to regulate tl manner of selling lauds at public salo. A bill providing for tho caro of tho poi was read the first time, nnd referred. Tho petition of Robert Hawthorn, Fairfield County, for tho removal of his p litical disabilities, was referred. A bill to define divorce and alimony this State, was read and referred. Tho accounts of 1). S. Price, M. D.t Marion County, for post mortem examin tion, and for medical services render prisoners iii Marion jail, was referred. A bill for the protection of tho cotti crops of plauters and farmers in this Stat was read. Notice was given of a bill to provide f tho enumeration ol' inhabitants in ea County in this State, agreeable to section article IV, of the Constitution. The account of A. A. Sylvester, M. I for post mortem examiuatiou, was referred Tho Governor was requested to iufoi this House if he has carried out instructic contained in section 2 of an Act entitled ". Act to closo tho operations of tho Bank tho State of South Carolina." A bill to onforco tho provisions of t civil rights bill of tho United States Ct gress, was road and referred. A bill to chango tho location of tho Coi ty sent of Barnwell County from Barn*? Court House to Blackville, was road and ferred. Tho account of John Hopkins, M. D., post mortem examination, was referred. The Treasurer of tho State was instruc to pay to the Chief Justice of tho Supro Court the sum of 83I?.50, standing to credit as Chief Justice on tho books of ? Treasury. The following mombors obtained leave abs-nee-Smith, Gray and McDanicls. Tho House adjourned. IW MEMORIAM. "Loaves have their time to fall, And flovrers to fade, and blossoms wither At the North wind's breath; And stars lo set; but thou! thou hast All seasons for thine own, Oh, Death 1" There are times in which tho human heart is called out iu sympathy extraordi? nary, and the pulsations, which beat respon? sive to a general sorrow, are only allayed and tempered by the consolatory reflection, that Almighty God moves supreme in all, providences, in all unexplained issues; in all events, not now to be developed to short? sighted humanity. When tho aged aro summoned hence, per? chance, from a long life of care, sorrow, and fitful changes; from experiences and recol? lections, atone to them sacred and cherished in the long distant past, there muy not be such regret for their demise, for tho aged must depart; the j'oung mai/ also, but for them there is hope of au extended exist once. Sometimes n community is called upon to reverse tho old adage, that "tho aged must die," as was tho caso at a disastrous fire in this city on the morning of the 14th Decem? ber last, when Daniel B. Carrington, (son of Mr. C. V. Carrington,) and Frazce 13. Sqnier, (son of Mr. A. C. Squier,) all of this city, were instantly killed, by the falling of tho wall of the building of Messrs. Gregg, theu on fire. These young men were actively engaged in tho discharge of n fearful duty, to arrest tho progress of tho flames, when in a mo? ment they wore crushed by tho falling wall. Sad, desolating, mysterious, mournful, and awful providence of Almighty God ! But, "shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?" Ono of these promising youths. Daniel B. Carrington, was a member of the Indepen? dent Fire Company, of this city, tho other, Frazee B. Squier, waB a volunteer citizen in tho performance of duty, and neither had reached the majority of their manhood; yet in the morning of life, buoyant with youth? ful hope, und with tho prospect of years to como, have they been stricken down and re? moved away from thc loved ones, who knew so weil how to appreciate two such as these; how to love, how to value them in all their connexions. As sons, obedient; as brothers, kiud and affectionate; as companions and friends, genial, true, and sincere; ns young rising citizens, honorable, prompt in the discharge of duty, and faithful to trust reposed in them; these young men bid fair to have be? come an honor aud solaco to their immedi? ate families, useful as citizens, worthy men, and valued as associates. But alas! The curtain is dropped, hope is extinguished, and they aro veiled from tho sight of those who so affectionately prized them. As au evidence o'" the public appreciation and sympathy in this sad event, the funeral ceremonies were participated in by all classes of citizens. Tho Mayor and Aldermen at? tended iu a body; tho over faithful firemen were there at the sad, very sad obsequies; stores were closed, and business suspendod for the time, and every mournful token was tendered thc families of tho dead, showing the deep feeling and heart felt sorrow of an entire community. A FRIEND. Gibbes & Thomas, Real Estate Agents, Columbia, S. C., OFFER their services to the public as GE? NERAL LAND AGENTS. Will buy and sell Lands, and other property, ?ai commission. No chara s until .-.ates are effect i d. .TAMES G. GIBBES, JOHN P. THOMAS, Jan I'.? WADE HAMPTON GIPPES. Trophies to the Victor.-Another Case Cured.-Kead it, Sufferers. DP.. K. H. HEINITSH-DBAB SIR: In accord ance with my promise, I give you the certifi? cate of cure in my case. I hud Chills and Fever for more than three months, in which time my ? loss of work w as equal to $100. I took only ono bottle of your "CHILL CUBE" and 1 am entirely cured; my heath restored. The only objection I have to it is that it increased my appetite far be vond my means to supply it. Otherwise, it is the boat Chill and Lever Cure known. Yours truly, .Tan 19 HENRY DANIELS. Landreth's Garden Seeds ITU-KUY variety of Freehand Reliable SEEDS, li Tho reputation of these Seeds are too well known to noed any praise. Just received at Jan 10 t2mo* E. POLLARD'S. For the Ladies' Toilet. FLOWER SCENTED GLYCERINE, Palm Glycerine, Camphor Icc, Cold Cream G'ycerine. Excellent applications for chappell and abraded skin, roughness and redness of tho face. Almond, Honey and Glvcerinc Soap, for winter uso. For sale by FISHER A HEINITSH, .Tan 10 Druggists. WHAT YOU DRINK; OPT of thirty-eight specimens of Bourbon Whiskey recently submitted to a chemical analysis, at tho various saloons in New York, only two were pure. Tho undersigned ventures to assert that his LIQUORS and WINES are as pure as any sold in the United States. As for his ALE and LAGER PEER.it is without adulteration; ami he wishes to submit it to any chemical analy? sis. It imparts permanent strength to weak sys? tems and invigorates delicate constitutions. Drink ? his Beor; you will enjoy tho greatest of blessings - health, and prolong vour lifo. _Jan 10 JOHN C. REEOERS. For Sale. (Ul .> KflA N,:w STATE BONDS. ip??*D\J\J f.1.000 State Stock. -Charlotte and South Carolina Railroad Bonds. GREGG. PALM ICR A CO. Cet The Best. WEBSTER'S Pictorial, Unabridged, Quarto DICTIONARY, a largo supply just received from the publishers. For salo by Jan 17 _BRYAN .v McCARTER. 0. D. V. J3ARTICULAR attontion is called to thc quality . of tho LIQUORS and WINES for salo at ray storo. I guarantoo purity and strength, in all cases, and tho finer grades aro unsurpassed in flavor and I?.quot by any in thrso United States. Piaot, Castillon <b Co.'e. and Otard, Dupuy A Co.'s, puro FRENCH BRANDIES. Glenlioat Scotoh Whiskoy-"Poat Reek." Holland Gin, Jamaica Rum, Antigua Rum. Fino ShorricH, Madoira and Malaga Wines. Hochoimor A Lubfrau Milch, Chose Claret, Ac. English and Scotch Ales and Portor. Jaui7 GEO. SYMMERS. -o Mr. Superintendent Periko will accept our thanks for an "1869;" and aa it espe? cially invites us into the ladies' car, we in? tend to be ns gallant os possible to any of the fair sex whom we muy chauce to meet while passing over his road. -o Carolina Hall has been transformed into a court room, and the first story has been divided up into neatly finished rooms, which will be occupied by the vari? ous County officers. -o Monday next, January 25, will be the 110th anniversary of Scotland's favorite poet, Robert B urns. The oceasion is to be pro? perly celebrated by the Burns Clnb, of this city. FEBRUARY MAOAZINES.-The second num? ber of Mayne Reid's now magazine, "On icard"-for thc 3'outh of America-hos been received. It is ono of the cheapest, and at tho same time, most attractive magazines we receive. Capt. Reid has the happy faculty of writing iu 6uch a pleasant vein as to win macy admirers. Carleton, 497 Broadway, New York, is tho publisher. The Februnry number of Putnam's Monthly, with its familiar pea-green cover, is before us. The contents are varied and in? teresting. Tho editors promise additional attractions for March and April. G. P. Put? nam St Co., G61 Brondway, New York, are tho publishers. -o The "entertainment" furnished last night, by the ladies connected with Mr. Shand's church, wa* recherche aDd eminent? ly deserving of praise. Tho tableaux were beautiful-"Marie Antoinette separated from her children" was apparently the favorite-it being repeated several times. But upon the fall of thc curtain, as if at tho command of a magician-presto! change the entire room, stage included, was trans? formed into a bo aquetiug hall, with fairy-like creatures at your elbows, ready and willing to obey your commands promptly and furnish u hot supper, an ico cream, or a glass of claret. And whether or not the visitors had tho erection of the parsonage uppermost in their minds, or were only tickling their dainty palates, we cannot say, but certainly substantials, followed by a profusion of dainties, disappeared rapidly, and the pile of greenbacks-termed money by the truly loil-in front of tho cashier, increased materially iu size. The enter? tainment, exhibition, or whatever it may be termed, will bo continued to-uight; bot, ns the play-bills say, "thero will bo an entire chango of programme"-music by the Uni? versity Band being added to tho other attractions. Reader, go by all means. If j'ou have no fancy for tableaux; aro dyspep? tic, and cannot enjoy good eating; a teeto? taler, and daro not imbibe; there is in store for you something beyond all these, which you aro compelled to enjoy, and that is a collection of thc handsomest ladies-we have never kissed the Blarney-stone, remem? ber-that can bo produced. Seeing is believing; and if there is the least doubt on tho subject, by investing twenty-five cents the question will be settled satisfactorily. -o CASH.-Our terms aro strictly cash-no exceptions. If nu advertisement is to be inserted, hand over the money; if a paper is subscribed for, the money must accompany tho order-otherwise no attention will be paid to them. This rulo will bo adhered to. -o MAIL AUKANOEMENTS.-The post office is open during tho week from 8}-? o. m. to 6 p. m. On Sundays, from 1 to 5 p. m. Tho Charleston and Western mails are open for delivery at 5 p. m., and closo at 8>? p. m. Charleston night mail open 8>? a. m., closo 4,'? p. m. Northern opon for delivery 3 p. m., closo 12 in. Greenville open for do livery 5 p. m., close 8}? p. m. -o NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.-Special attention ia called to tho following advertisements, published for the first time this morning: Essays For Young Men. Meeting True Brotherhood Lodge. J. H. & M. li. Kiuard-New Goods. E. Sc G. D. Hope- -Seed Potatoes. R. Tozer-To Wood Contractors. --o i NEW YottK, July 1, 18G8.-BEAU SIR: In your paper of last week you or ono of your correspondents say that Dr.- is not tho originator of the celebrated PLANTATION BITTERS, and that they were manufactured and sold by ono Pedro Martelle, an old Spaniard, in the Island of St. Thomas, over forty years ago, as avery old sea coptain can testify. Now, sir, I can certify to the above as being true, for I have followed the sea for over forty years, most of tho time doing business with the West Indies. These same Bitters, differently put up and named, wero brought to my notice on my first trip to tho Island of St. Croix for a cargo of rnm, and for years and years ofter my ship's stores wero never without them. I always supplied my family and many of my neigh? bors with them, and cnn truly say a better Bitters and Tonio is not mado in all tho world. Yours, truly. CAPT. HENRY WENTZ. MAGNOLIA WATEK-Superior to tho best imported German Cologne, aud sold at half the price. J15Jlf3