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' y\ ' .. ' % \ eI)C Camden Confederate. VOLUME II CAMDEN, SO. CA., FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1863. NUMBER 51 tl)f Cainimi QE on frier ate AT THKKB DOLLAUS A YEAR, PAYABLE INVARIABLY HALF-YEARLY IN ADVANCE Terms lor Advertising: For one- Square?twelve linos or U?ss?TWO DOLLARS for the first insertion, and ONK DOLLAR AND hlFTY CHNS for each subsequent. Obituary Notices, exceeding one Square, charged to at advertising rates. Transient Advertisements and Job Wor< MUST BE 1\AID FOR IN ADVANCE. No deduction made, except to our regular advertising patrons. .rTr;l~l IKltSllM AN, Ktlitor. Tlic Camdvife tiiid K?nhaw Dlilrlcl I lllkl.. I UIUIU t7V^H71| Celebrated its 43d anniversary on Sunday the 13th ult. At the usual hours of morning service, a sermon was preached, before the members and friends of the Society, in the IVeshytcrian Church, of Camden S. C., by the Kev, Mr. Allston, from Psalm 119v 130?"The entrance of Thy words giveth Light." After which a collectiou for the cause was italken up whereat the sums of $79.25, were received. The annual meeting of the Society, which according to usual custom, was intended to be held ' on the afternoon of the same day, was postponed, from unavoidable circumstances, until the afternoon of the next succeeding Sabbath, the 20th wit, when the Society, in conformity with previous notice, assembled at the usual hour of afternoon service, in the Methodist Episcopal Church of Camden, S. C., and after reading of the Scriptures, singing and prayer, conducted by the Kev. S. IL Hay, was declearca open for tlw transactiono<f general business. The Secretary read tbe minutes of the last annual meeting of the Society which were approved; and read a letter from Gen. D. II. Uill, in rc snonsft to one inform in i? him of his beinsr made r ------ o t? a life Dinccter by this Society, in the Confederate States liibie Society, which letter from Cenoral Ilill, was-ordered to be published in the proccctings of tilic Society and is in the following words, viz: Charlotte, N. C. Febuary 8, 1863. W. 11. 11. Workman, I'Jsq^ Secretary, Camden and Kcrsknw liible Society: Dear Sir : Your favor of the 21st ultimo was received today. It gratifies ine exceedingly to be remembered by m}' native Stale, and more especially when the recosrnitiori is made in such a manner as to remind me that I am a professed disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. May his precious word be hid in all ourjiearts, so that we may not sin against him. Ma}' our glorious Confederacy be so sanctified through the truth, that we jnay bo distinguished above all the nations of earth, as that happy people whose God is the Lord. With great respect, . D. II. Hill. The Treasurer submitted his annual Report, showing the financial condition ot tlic Society, -which was accepted. The President of the Society addressed a few well timed and appropriate remarks to the Society, with reference to the present circumstances and condition of the Bible enterprise in the Confederate States. The successful effort that had been made through the Rev. Dr. lloyc for procuring Bibles and Testaments in England, and the necessity of raising a considerable 8iiiu of money to meet the demands up on the Confederate States Bible Society, and for famishing Soldiers with suitable copies of the Testaments. The Society was then, on invitation from the chair, addressed at considerable length by the Rev. S. II. Ilay. Mr A. M. Kennedy being called upon to favor the Society with u few remarks, declined to address the Society, but presented a preamable and Resolutions in relation to the death of Thos. J. Warren, late Treasurer of the Society, which, on motion were adopted, and are in these words: TRIBUTE TO THE MEMORY OF CAPT. T. J. WARREN. "Since the last meeting of the Camden and Kershaw District Bible Society, we arc called to w>ourn the death of an active and useful I member and efficient offieer, Capt. T. J. War-1 ren, who fell on the bloody field of Gettysburg, ' on the 2d of July last, whilst gallantly defending the great principles of constitutional liberty, i which lie so long promulgated through the columns of the Camden Journal. Capt. War- ! ren was not only an ardent patriot but a i warm hearted Christian, identified with every cause calculated to promote the glory of God, j and the best intcrqst of man ; he took a deep interest in the cause of the Bible; and was for several years an officer of this Society. With a zeal and ardour worthy of our imitation, he gave his time and talents to promote the oh jects of our association ; to supply the destitute of our own neighborhood, and scatter abroad the word of God. He has fallen in the midst of his usefulness, leaving us a strong consolation of his entering upon a blessed immortality, ; through the merits of our Saviour, whose pro- j fessed disciple he was from his youth. Resolved, That we mourn the death of our brother officer, Capt. T. J. Warren, and will ' cherish a grateful recollection of his connection j with us as a member of the Camden and Ker- ; shaw District Bible Society. Resolved, That a copy of this Preamble and | resolutions be entered upon a separate page ol our minutes, with the age and time of death of our deceased brother. Resolved, That a copy be forwarded by the Secretary to the family of Capt. Warren, and published in the Camden Confederate, Southern Christian Advocate and Southern Presbyterian. Mr. A. M. Kennedy then proposed that the Society constitute Gen.J. B. Kershaw, a life Director of the Confederate States Bible Society ; and a collection being taken up for this and the general purposes of the Society, the sum of $253.50 were received.?It was then, on motion of A. M. Kennedy, resolved to constitute the Rev. S. II. Hay, and Rev. Manning Brown life members of the Confederate States Bib(e Society. The Society then went into election of officers for the ensuing year, when no changes were made. On motion it was Resolved, That the Chair appoint delegates to the Bible Society soon to assemble at Winnsboro; that the same be composed of the officers and members of the executive committee of the Society, and such others as the chair I * .1 V 1 ? - lmgni uiiiiK propper 10 appoint. The chair thereupon made the following appoininicntst viz : J. 8. DcPass, E. W. Bonncv, W. E. Iltighson, J. F. Sutherland, A. M. Kennedy, Rev. Mr. Allstoii, Rev. Mr. Hay, Jas. Dnrtlap, Esq., W. II. R. Workman and C. J. Shannon. Benediction was invoked by the Itcv. Mr. Allston and the Society adjourned. C. J. SHANNON, Brest. W. II. II. Workman, Sect. PHT Southern Christion Advocate and Southern Presbyterian will please copy. "Mav Your Shadow Never be Less."? "What do you mean ?" said we once to an exambassador, who had passed a long time in Europe?"What do you mean by the salutation "may your shadow never be less?" "We live," answered the Kahn, pleasantly, "under a very hot sun in Persia, and we retire to the shadow for repose and peace. The power of a great man gives rest and tranquility to a great many, for none dare to injure or molest those whom he protects. So we call that pow er his hope for our own sakcs, as well as his, that it may never diminish." [Dickens1 All The Year Round. Black and White Slavery.?AVc understand that the King of Dahomey intends sending over a deputation to this country to remonstrate against, the slavery that it carried out in our workshops, with a view of putting an end, if possible, to the horrors and atrocities that arc, with a degree of barbarism unworthy of a civilized country, practiced here.?London Punch. The Victory at Sabine Paws. I The following order from Major General Mngrudcr gives the particulars of the late victory at Sabine Pass Texas: IIkadquakteks Department of Tkx.vs, ^ New Mexico and Arizona, Houston Texas, Sept. 9, 1863. i [General Orders* No.?.] ] I. The Major General Commanding has the ^ satisfaction ot announcing to the army a bril- ( liant victory won by the little garrison of Sa- \ bine Pass against the llect ot the enemy. At- | tacked by five gunboats, the fort, mounting but j three guns of small calibre, and manned by the j Davis Guards, Lieut. It. M. Dowling, assisted by ( Lieutenant Smith, of the engineers, supported ( by about two hundred men, the whole under j command of Captain F. A. Odium, steadily re- j sistcd their fire, and at last forced the surrender of the two gunboats Clifton and Sachem, badiv crippling another, which with the other < escaped over the bar. The result of this gal- . lant achievement is the capture of two fine gun- , I 4 C 4l f toikl) li i\n i??? /vii ti o rvii/k? It 11 iir) n/i/1 I'lMlLCTj 111 ivu 11 IIU(I? > U? UI IrtU UlllllllUU prisoners (among tlicm the Commodore of the fleet), and over fifty of the enemy killed and ( wounded, while not a man was lost on our < l side, or a gun injured. II. The enemy's fleet, with his land forces, is still off the coast, no doubt intending a land- j ing at the first favorable moment, lie may en- < deavor to work at other points on the coast. Should this be the case, the Major General i commanding confidently expects to receive from < his troops at these points as cheering a report as that which he now communicates to the army from the defenders of Sabine. i III. The results of the engagement had with the enemy's fleet on the coast of T^ps proves that true pluck and resolution are qualities which make up for disperity of metal and numbers, and that 110 position defended with determination can be carried by the enemy's gunboats alone. Should any of the forts on the coast or the forces on land be attacked, the troops need but remember the success of their comrades at Sabine, emulate their coinage and skill, and victory will be the result. By command of Major-Gencral J. Bankhcad Magruder. Edmund P. Turner, A. A. General. [Official :] II. P. Pratt, A. A. G. Headquarters Department Trans-Mississippi, Shrcvcport, La., September 13, 1803. .Irnii ATinv nv tuk Kropsii?Mover fs.ivs the Memphis Bulletin of the 24th ultimo) was the adage, "Tis an ill wind that blows nobody good,'' better displayed than upon the issue of our second edition yesterday evening, giving an account of Iloscerans' late reverses. It was the first hour of genuno happiness enjoyed by the secesli for three months. It was a drop of "honey of Hyinettis," sweetening many a cup of bitterness swallowed by that unfortunate class since June. In a stroll about 2 p. m., extended from Adams street to Union, we marked groups at every corner and shop door, and in every recess, poring over the news. The scene was worthy the pencil of an artist. The different expressions of countenance denoted the illconcealed ploasurc of the disloyal, and the chagrin of those who were expecting more favorable tidings from Old Rosy. Ilere a cot* i ton buj'cr, surrounded by a group of his tribe ; ; there a soldier, reading aloud to a dozen of his j fellows. Papers were hurriedlv bought and thrust in the hands of country customers; and many a secesli greenback or bit of postal enrrnne.v was invested in the laudable task of: 1 spreading abroad this first reverse of Hose- ' crans. Much good may it do them. Their ex- 1 ultation will be brief. A Mrs. Wannamakek; died at New Pros- i pcct, Bergen county, N. J., last week, weigh- ( ing previous to her death, seven hundred ] pounds. At her last dinner twenty-four ears of green corn made up a slight portion of licr repast. 1 Farewell Address of Llcul. Gcii. Lcoiilda* Polk. lo tiik Officers and Soldiers of Polk's Coups. IJeadq'rs Polk's Coups, Tens., ^ Missionary Jiidge, Sept. 80th, 1863. ) . In consequence of an unfortunate disagreement, between myself and the Commander-inChief of this Department, I have been relieved of my command, and am about to retire from die Army.? Without attempting to explain die circumstances of this disagreement, or prejudicing the public mind, by a premature ap- ; peal to its judgment, ! must be permitted to express my unqualified conviction of the recti- j bude of my conduct and that time and investigation will amply vindicate my action on the field ot the Cmckamauga. I cannot, however, part even temporarily with the gallant officers and soldiers of my old Corps, without the deepest feeling ot regret and a heartfelt expression of my gratitude for the courage, conduct and devotion they have always manifested while under my command. Jielmont, Sliiloh. Perry ville, MurfrcesborDugh and Cliickauiauga, all attest on your part the very highest soldierly qualities, and arc crowded with precious memories. Contending with a numerous, well appointed and merciless enemy, for all that mar. holds dear you have borne unexampled privations 1 with fortitude, fought with undaunted bravery, and ever yielded a ready and cheerful obedience to your officers. Soldiers who struggle in such a cause and with such hearts "can never 'be conquered." Clouds and darkness may enshroud you for a time, but the sunlight of the future is bright and glowing, the blood of patriots is never shed in vain, and our final victory is certain and assured. Whoever commands you, my earnest cxhor- \ tation and request to you is, to fight on and i fight ever, with true hearts until your inde- \ pendente is achieved.?Thousands of hearts may fall crushed and bleeding under the weapons of the foe, or the passions or mistakes ot friends, but the great cause must never be sacrificed, or our Hag abandoned. Our cause is j inct on/I rAiir <1 nt ir tn vAiir AAiintrv anil J.IOW UMU J VI.. U.HJ IV JVUI UVU.-V. J <? "VV 1 is as clear as the sun in the heavens. 1 leave my command in the care of the i bravest of the brave, who has often led them in the darkest hour of their trials; he and you will have my hopes and prayers to the Iluler t of the Universe for your happiness and success. Your kindness, devotion and respect for nie exhibited during the years of our association both in camp and on the field is graven on my 1 heart and will be treasured there until it ceases to beat. Your friend, I [Signed] L. POLK, <j Lieutenant GcneraL ?, A Goon Baruin.?Gen. Neal Dow, of Maine | law fame, and more recently of piano stealing henroost robbing notoriety, in Alabama, passed through this city again on yesterday, on his way to Richmond. Rumor has it that lie is 1 to be exchanged for Gen. Morgan. We hope this is true. We can afford to give Dow and the pianos and chickens, "and a heap of other < Lruek." said to have been taken bv the redoubt- '! 7 * h able cold water man in exchange for Gen. Moi" gam?Augusta Constitutionalist. Reported Evacuation ok Norfolk.?The Petersburg Kr}rress says, that information, t deemed every way reliable, was received in ' that city on Thursday, that Norfolk had been j evacuated by the enemy. It is said that there ]j is not a corporal's guard left in the ancient |l borough, and, but for the presence of ene or || two dismal looking gunboals, which lie anchored in the stream, our Norfolk people would ' feel free again. Eight thousand Irishmen arc.to be enrolled for service in the new Mexican empire. , i