AGRICULTURE.
Soiling1 Stook?The Pence Question.
From the Carolina Farmer.
Messrs Editors: In the October number
of the Carolina Farmer appeared an article I
from the Southern Planter and Farmer on ,
the subject-of soiling eattle, advocating its 1
adoption in the Southern States. As the i
onhioot is one not vet settled nor likely soon '
to get out of date, I make no apology for the I
following remarks: The system would pro- 1
bably suit some localities in the South, but j
its general adoption I regard as inexpedient, i
especially so in a country like Eastern North ,
Carolina and the large area lying south
west of us, embracing Eastern South Caroli- ,
na. Eastern and South Eastern Georgia, Florida,
and in fact most of the thinly settled
portions of the South.
Many years ago. Josiah Quincy instituted
a series of experiments on his farm near
Boston for the purpose of testing the profits
of soiling. The results of his experiments
were published in a book and were judged
to have established the profitableness of soiling
in the locolity whore it was tested. The
practice of soiling did not, however, oome
into general practice in New England until
M?ra. Although I am ready to ad
V* IMIV J ? w
mit the superior thrift of the people of that I
. section, jet it seems to me that the adoption |
of their practices without first satisfying
ourselves that they would suit our oircutnstaDccs,
would be very impolitic. I propose
in the present article to throw out a few remarks
touching the adaptedness of soiling to
our circumstances.
First, what is soiling? It is the term
which is applied to feeding stock on green
food grown and cut for the purpose. It implies
the confinement of animals within narrow
limits instead of leaving them to roam
about the pastures, seeking food and water.
The fee ing during the winter months, does
not come within the meaning of tho term.?
Soiling then is the alternative ot pasturing.
Iu Massachusetts where land is high priced
in consequence of the density of a
population whose labor is devoted mainly to
manufacturing, and where almost every fann
is near enough to some city or town to make
dairying and market-gardening the most
profitable brancnes of husbaudry, the practice
of soiling comes in as the easy solution of
what would otherwise be a difficult problem,
vir : how to furnish a sufficiency of milk to
. A
the people of the towns and cities, ureen
succulent food produces a great flow of milk,
for which the farmer finds a market almost
at his door. As to pastures, tliey are all enclosed,
and it is found more profitable to
grow hay on these than to allow cattle to run
oh them. Under this condition of things,
the pasturing of cattle in the more densely
peopled districts is discontinued
With us a different state of things prevails.
According to the census of 1870 than
27 per cent, of the lands of North Carolina
arc improved (which means in the Census
Keportfepoed and open for cultivation,) and
of this so-called improved land large fields
in every plantation lie uncultivated ; and the
tendency seems to be towards reducing the
arca'of improved land in our section rather
that extending it. Nearly three-fourths of
our lands are uninclosed. These unincloscd
lands constitute our great resource for pasturage,
and tho beef, mutton and part of the
pork we consume comes from this source.
The general adoption of the system of soiling
would at once render useless the pasturage of
this vast area.
Whilst opposing the general adoption of
soiling as a substitute for parturing; I wish
not to be understood as opposing it all cases.
For dairy purposes in the vacinity of towns
and cities, it may bo found prrfitable. And
if thickly settled neighborhoods where the
greater portion of the lands arc under cultivation,
and especially where timber for rails
and lumber is scarce, the soiling of stock
w'll be the necessary adjunct of the system
of fencing in instead of fencing out, whenever
the adoption of that system shall be
found expedient. In some portions of Virginia
this change in the fence law has been
adopted, in others the old system ef fencing
out still prevails. The adoption of the fencing
in system is left by the law of Virginia
optional with the people of each county,
speaking through their County Commissioners.
Whercover it has been tried its operation
has been found satisfactory, and the
people could not be induced to go back to
the old condition of things. But those experiments
have been conSned to the hilly
country where the long-leafed pine docs not
grow, and where a great propurition of the
land is under cultivation. In our section
where open woodland pastures embrace
more than three-fourths of the urea, and rail
timber abounds and population issparcc, the
time for effecting this change has not yet
arrived.
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IPW ADwiir:
I1M2VV vm mjim an vii
milE undersigned would respectfully inform
J_ bis friends and t he public generally, that
he has opened a
Rrst Class Grocery Store,
where they muy find a general assortment of j
Groceries,
At the lowest cash prices. Also,
WiNES AND LIQUORS '
o all grades, which will be sold low for cash.
R. I). THOMAS.
Opposite Leitner & Dunlnp's Lnw Office.
February 20. tf
Probate Notice.
fl l.lKUiA.^n, Irmwcii, nrw....r, -...J|"
others liable to account to this office are
hereby notified to hand in their returns within '
the loyal timo Defaulters will be rigidly dealt (
with. J. F. SUTUEKLAXD, J. P.
Probate Office, Feb. 6. tf. t
Cotton Seed.
FOR sale, .'l.OtKl bushels of Cotton Seed, if up
plied for soon, at the
CAMDEN STEAM WORKS.
For Male or Exchange.
rpWEXTV-FlVE or thirty very fine half Me- J
X riuo Lambs. fl
WM. M. SHANNON.
March 7. 2t
MAMOND^^m^S^
THESESpectaclesare manufactured from "MINUTE
* CRYSTAL PEBBLES," melted toother, and are
ailed DIAMOND on account of their hardness and
rrilliancy.
It is well known that Spectacles cut from Brazilian or
tcotch Pebbles are very injurious to the eye, because of
;heir polarizing effect.
Having been tested with the polarscope, the diamond
enaes have been found to admit fifteen per cent, less
Seated rays than any other pebble.
They are ground with great scientific accuracy, are
free from chromatic aberrations, and produce a brightness
and distinctness of vision not before attained in
Spectacles.
Manufactured by the Spenoer Optloai Manufacturing
Oompany, New York. For sale by
J. A. YOUNG, Camden, 8. C.
From whom they can only be obtained. No peddlers
employed.
Tne great demand for these Spectacles has induced
unscrupulous dealers to palm an inferior and spurious
article for the " Diamond." Great oars should be taken
to see that the trade mark (which is protected by American
retters Patent) are stamped on every pair.
September 26. 12m.
Potatoes, Apples aud Onions.
400 Barrel* POTATOES,
125 Barrels APPLES,
30 Barrels ONIONS,
For sale by
F. W. KERCHNER.
2T,28 and 29 North Water-st. .
Wilmington, Jan. 19.
Spirit Casks,
400 SPIRIT CASKS?Now landing ex
Steamer Lncille, I
For sale by . _
F. W. KERCHNER,
27,28 and 29 North Water Strpet>
Jan. 19 Wilmington, N.C.
Perfumeries, Ac,.
Oerman Colognes; Florida Water, Lubin's Extracts,
Fine Toilet Soaps, in large variety.
Dressing Combs, &c. For sale by
November 28. HODGSON & DDNLAP.
HnttAr.. f!hw?se. Lard&Mullet.
v :? ^
200 boxes CHEESE,
50 Tubs Buttet,
50 Barrels and Tubs Lard,
125 Barrels No. 1 Mullet,
~F. W. KERCHNER.
27, 28 and 29 North Water St.
Jan. 16. Wilmington, N. C.
Hay, Corn, Salt and Glue.
300 balea HAY, 3,000 bushels CORN,
2,000 sacks American Safe,
250 sacks Blown Salt, 200 bbls Glue
For Sale by
_ F. W. KERCHNER,
27, 28 and 29 North Water St.
Ja.nl6. Wilmington, N. C.
"cornicornT
3.000 BUSHELS PRIME WHITE
CORN. For sale by
WILLIAMS & MURCHSON,
Jan. 16. Wilaiington, N. C.
Provisions
200 BOXES D. S. SIDES,
25 Hhds. Bacon Sides and Shoulders,
200 Barrels Mess Pork. For sale by
WILLIAMS k MURCHISON,
Jan 16 Wilmington, N. C.
FLOUR, FLOUR.
1.200 BARRELS?ALL GRADES.
For Sale by
WILLIAMS k MURCHISON.
Jan. 16. Wilmington, N. C.
DOORS,
J SASH AND BLIDNS.
MOULDING, Brackets, Stair Fixtures,
Builders's Furnishing Hardware,
Drain Pipe, Floor Tiles, Wire Guards,
[ Terra Colta Wore, Marble and Slate
Mnntle Pieces.
Window G-laas a Specialty.
| Circulars and Price Lists sent free on
| application, by
P. P. TOALE,
20 Hayne and 33 Pinckney sfs.,
Oct. 8.?ly. Charleston, 8. C
fii car Emporium .
~ - o? r
We have added to our stock a large assortment of
CIO-A-IRS,
similar to those sold by the proprietor of
The Indian Girl,
in Columbia, 8. C., or any other first class Ciga
Store. Wc invite the attention of all Smoker
IN OAMDHN
ad vicinity, call and examine the stock.
J & T. I JONES.
,28. Novtf
J. i. MIDDLETON & CO.,
FACTORS
AND
COMMISSION MERCHANTS,
BALTIMORE, MD.,
Having purchased the entire STOCK OF
nl' VIntui 1) I. IV vM A I* WHIIIt *' A
[Jo., we will Hell the same at
COST for CASH,
nid lor that purpose heieby constitute the
Members of t hut tirui our agents to effect such
laic.
J. I. MIPDLETON k CO.
Jnue8 tf
For Nnle or Rent.
ATltACT OF LAND, containing fifty ?acres,
lying on (lum Swamp, will bo tented this
ear, or will be sold on Tory easy terms to
ut approved purchaser. Apply to
M. TOBIAS.
February 0. tf
NEW GOODS,
AT THE
OLID ST-AJSTID
OP
J. A T. I. JONEI,
Corner of DeKalb and Broad Streets.
WE are now receiving and opening oar new
took of
Dry Goods, Notions, Hats,
Boots and Shoes,
Hardware, .
Cutlery,
t*F'a Taala.
In great variety.
CROCKERY AND OlASSWA
WOODENWARE,
carronwarh, 40 AO
Fancy and Heavy
GROCERIES,
BAGGING AND TUBS,
SAPPPERY, PRIPPRS, PITS, &C; ft.
VERY CHOICE
BAMS, BACOI AID LABD.
All of which will he sold eheap for CASH.
N. B.?If you don't see what you want, call
for it.
J. A T. I. JONE?.
September ?6, fa,
Fall and Winter Goods.
W-T=- GEORGE
ALDEN respectfully invites the
tention of thepublie to hia Large and wellssorted
STOCK OF GOOdft,
Comprising, in part,
QBOOEBIES,
DRY GOODS,
BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS. .
Cooking Staves 4l Hardware,
All of which will b? sold on the most reasonable
terms.
Cotton purchased at foil market rates, and
iberal Cash Advances made on consignments.
GEORGE ALDEN.
September 19 6mo
COOKING STOVES.
It is a well-known fact, that the ooking
Stove has heretofore found but few admirers in
THE SOUTHERN COUNTRY,
hence its utility is but little known. *
THE COOKING TOVE
Is now sought after, as the most Economical
and Labor-Saving article for cooking purposes,
that has been invented, at prices within the
reach of alt who desire touBe them.
well-assorted stock of these Stoves on hand,
and for sale by
GEORGE ALDEN, Agent
September 19 Cm
Planter's Ware House.
JUST received at the above well-known and
popular eetablishment, a fall stock of
Fall and Winter Goods,
Consisting in pal-t of
DE/Y Q-OOIDS,
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Readv-Made Clothing. &c. Ac.
Special attention ta invited to the large stock of
Provisions aid Plantation Supplies,
Among which will be found,
BACON,HAMS,FLOUR, CORN, LARD
CANNED FRUITS AND MEATS,
and all other articles usually found in a Irst
class Grocery.
ALSO,
Rope, Oil, Brooms, Bagging and Ties, Matches,
Axle Grease, Buckets, Cards, Nails, Curry
Combs, Hoes, Locks, 8aucea, Soaps,
Starch, Sifters, Salt, Soda, Flavoring
Extracts, Sugar, Candles,
Shot, Powder, Gun Caps,
Household and Kitchen
Utensils, Rakes,
Spades, Knives,
and Forks,
Spoons,
ml many other articles too numerous tomention
gQffall and examine stock and prices before
purchasing elsewhere.
The highest market prices paid for Ooton
and othes produce.
D. W. JORDAN, Agt
September 19. tf.
PIG HAMS,
TVew Smoked Beef,
Breakfast Strips.
Hulk and Smoked Very Choice,
received and for sale by
I). L. DKSAU88URE k CO.,
Pearl Hominy and Meal
For sale by D. C. KIRKLEY
80UTH-CAB0LINA
LIFE mSHBANCE COMPANY
or
\'Jf? < - '? 5feMEMPHIS,
TENN.
Branch Office Baltimore, Md
Assets - - - - $1,075,000
on JEFF. D AVIS. President,
" * * *
Gen. WADE HAMFfON, Vice Presl
JOHN D. HJUNNIiiy*,
St Ate Agent.
RICHMOND
BANKING AND INSURANCE
COMPANY.
Capital, - - 1300,0011
PERSONS wishing to insure in a First Cits
Company at Law rates, will please apply t
W. CLYBrRN, Agent,
y2 o. \ Ca.
FALL. 1872 .
I inyite the attention of the
Public to the
T ADIIPCT GTfir\1?
li/VllUU U JL ^ 1 \/Vll
OF
DRY GOODS,
CLOTHING
BOOTS, SHOES,
AND
HATS
M
IN CAMDEN.
THEY HATE BEEN
Bought Bight,
AND
WILL BK
Sold Bight.
R. HI. Kennedy.
NOW OPENING.
ON CONSIGNMENT,
A FULL STOCK OF STAPLE
DRY GOODS,
Boots, Show, Hate, Cap*
HARDWARE,
TIN WARE,
WOOD AND WILLOW WARE,
HOLLOW WARE,
CROCKERY, &c. Ac.
For Bale at the lowest rate for cash, by
D. L. DESACSSURE & CO.
Clm. Ayeutt.
ALSO
Fertilizing and Mason's Lime.
ALSO
WINES AND LIQUORS,
Of the best qualities, and in every grs
sum. 1Q tf.
NEW GOODS!
' S r
AT th? store occupied hy A. M. Kennedy, a
few doors north of the Market, will be
found a stock, consisting of
STAPLE DRY COODS.
Hardware, Hails, Iron, Steel. Spades, Shovels,
Garden Hoes, Brady & Elwell Hoes,
Plow Moulds, Ac., Ac. Ac.
GROCERIES
Crushed, Coffee and Brown sngars, Bio LafUir
and Java Coffiees, Green and Hyson
' Teas, Smoked and unstnoked
Side and Shonlder Bacon,
Hams
Lard .../ <
Goshen Butter,
Corn, Oats, Salt, Stone
Lime, Fine SuperandExtra
Family Flour, Soap, Candles,
Starch, Pepper, Spice, Ginger, Soda
Crackers and Cheese, New Orleans 8ugar
House and W. I. Molasses Canned Fruit, Oysters,
Early Rose, Goodrich, Pink Eye and Jack
son White Planting Potatoes.
Croctery, Glasmre&c., Sa Bridles
I nhoes. Hames Ac.. All of which will be sold
^ at the loweat prioe for cash, and. we request
a call from all who wish to purchase.
A. D. KENNEDY & CO.
i A. D. KENNEDY,
1 A, M. KENNEDY.
0 A. M Kennedy will five his attention to the
purchase of cotton; is agent for tne sale of EtiwanGuano,
EtiwanCrop Food and Efi wan Ground
Bone. Feb 16 tf
JUST RECEIVED,
ON
CONSIGNMENT,
LL STOCK OF
1 Light and Heavy Bagging,
Rope and Ties,
Side Bacon, Hams & Shonlders
NEW No. 1 AND 2 HACK ABEL,
Extra Family, Family, Extra and Super
FLOUR.
Java, Laguira and Rio
COFFEE,
~ . r* If ,, r% ft it T? T tf
'L'ruabett," "txtra u. -u. jh. u.
? Dem." and " R. R."
SUGAR,
FACTORY CHEESE,
Very superior 0. P. and Breakfast TEAS,
New Orleani and Mus. MOLASSES and
SYRUPS,
Large size sacks Liverpool SALT,
Soap, Starch, Soda, Pepper, Spices,
Pickles, Can Fruits, Vegetables and Fish.
Together with every article usually found
in a well-assorted Grocery and Provision
Stock. For sale at the lowest cash rate, by
D L DESAUSSURE & CO.
COMMISSION AGENTS.
Sept, 19. tf
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Important
To uottonrianters.
The Maryland Fertilising and Manu factor
ing Compaoy have prepared a
SPECIAL FERTILIZER,
Adapted to tho Cotton Plant, under the
name of
Cotton Food,
Which they claim to be of the Highes
Grade of Fertilizer sold in the South, equal
in rcaulteto PERUVIAN GUANO, ando
More Permanent Benefit
to the soil. It has been used by several
hundred planters in North and South Carolina
and Oeorgia for five (5) seasons, with
he most beneficial results.
CASH PRICE.
At Factory in Baltimoro, $55 per Ton,
In sacks of 12 to the ton.
LAWRENCE 8ANGSTON,
President.
J. Edwin Myers, General AgentD
W. JORDAN,
Agent at Camden.
i j January 30. tf
t
Notice of IMssolntion,
* mHR
co-partnership heretofore existing.beL
t ween Joseph S. Cloud and Vranote L ft Btp,
Jr., hoa boon dissolved by mutual consent.
CLOUD k ZEMP.
All persons having claims against the said
co-partnership will receive payment upon presentation,
and those indebted will make payment
to the undersigned.
. JOS. S. CLOUD.
I)ce?mher6. " tf
[ EHPOBIVM
or
f - ' '
j .. FASHION!
" TOOK OF
* . 1 . , i 'i , .
' .f t .
iiwioxuiv OAUJIiB
mCAMBEN.
DRY GOODS,
CLOTHING, _
Hats and. Caps.
- r- ' .
Call and Examine the
\ ' -
i . . > * ?*' ;-f ?il
Magnificent Display
t /
OP
Seasonable Goods,
- V .
AT PRICKS WHICH
Defy Competition^.
AT THB' ' * \
S . V . r w
CASH STORE
OP
JOS. S. CLOUD.
THE MOST ATTBACTITE Yff!
rilHE undersigned invites the attention of his
1 friends and the public generally. to hit,
large and increasing stock of
Fall and Winter Goods
Consisting in part, of
DRY GOODS,
Gent's. Famishing Goods,-'
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Offoithcra MrailbetoN, f
And warranted to gire satisfaction.
Calicoes and Ladies' Dress Goods
In great variety.
Heavy Family Groceries
BEST BEAN S OF FLOtTB. ,
AL80 "
An extensive assortment of
Hardware an d Cutlery,
Tobacco f Spices, Powder, Shot and Caps,
Sagging, Rope and Ties.
otton and other Prod ace bought at th?
highest market rates, and liberal ash Advancements
made on consignments.
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September 19. if
6?0RG? ALDEN,
Cotton Factor,
AND
Dealer in General Merchandize
Camden, R. C,
How is this for Cheapness?
Here is a hancc for everybody
T O BUY,
AND BUY WITHOUT HONEY !
ALL persons wishing to buy a good article of
Liqiiorn and ^Groceries, and cheaper than
he same Goods can be bought at any other
tatore in amden, and especially if you have no
money?aa money ia pretty acaree?yon will
Barely do well to give as a call with a bale or
two of COTTON.
f^Caeh ia no object to us.
We alao hare on', hand many other articela
which we will aell for otton.
E. J. CONWAY, Agent
Pvre French Candle*,
Aaaorted Nnta and Canned Goods of all kinda
For sale by 1>. .0 K1RKLKY, Agtnt.
Havna Ornanges
And NORTHERN ATPLES. For Bale by
1). C. K1RK1EY,