r a LOCAL ITEMS The county commissioners met on Monday morning to audit bills, but issued no checks as the new treasurer will make his first report on the loth inst. as the law directs. Major Gooding started on his collecting tour last Monday with good prospects, as the people can now have the satisfaction of knowing that the money will be prop-; erly accounted for. The old machine shop at Lands End, a relic of the war, was blown down last Tuesday duriDg a gale. * A ? ? ? ?' m n*aa LAIII loO. xne temperance mtrcuu^ ?uo uou iu^i , Friday evening at the Tabernacle ChurchDr. Bythewood delivered the address. A colored man named Truell, living on Ladies Island, was killed by lightning last week while sitting in his door. Dr. Johnson held an inquest on the body. The Town council met last evening. AH accounts presented were passed upon, and arrangements made for closing up the fiscal year, which ends on the first of August. The county commissioners will meet again on August 1st, when they hope to be able once more to draw some checks. - i a i The district school tax assessed a year ago has been omitted from the books as ka collection was forbidden by the Legislature. This tax in Beaufort, Bluffton, and some other townships was laid at 3 mills and its abolishment is a great relief to taxpayers ;who would willingly have paid a seasonable amount but wl o object to beipg sold out even for the iaudablc purpose of educating the rising generation. The Sea Island Hotel. It will be seen .by their card pub llahed in to-day's paper that Mr. and Mrs. Udell have retired .from the management of the Sea Island Hotel, and have been succeeded by M. M. Kingman. In severing their connection with the Hotel the late proprietors deserve more tha n a passing notice. It will be remembered that when the U. 8. Fleet (Wm mtr harbor hv the vol low fever, which was raxing at Key West and Pensacola, we had no hotel accommodations, as the Sea Island was then in the bankrupt court. Although the house was offered to rent no one seemed willing to run the risk of opening it even with a prospect of a lively patronage from the Navy. At this juncture while the men were wondering what should be done a woman came forward and. took the house* furnished it as her means would allow, and saved Beaufort the mortification of sending her guests away for want of a hotel. For two years Mrs. Odcll has had the burden of the management of ^ the house and feeling that the c ires were ^ too onerous has disposed of the establishment, and will deserve and receive the praise of our community for her en ergy, perseverance and kindly attention to the wants of the public. Of Mr Kingman it is not necessary to say much as he is known to most of our readers aa the genial landlord of the Sea Island Hotel during the period from 72 to 75. Mr Kingman as a caterer was a suocess and the eoviab'e reputation gained fur the house during his adminstration was wot confined to our county or State but was extended over the North by the many tourists who crowded the house during the Winter months on their way to aal from Florida. It will be Mr K's effort to advise these guests that he is again at the head of the establishment and another season wc hope to see the large crowd of guests once more among us, and who were diverted from this place by the unfortunate closing of the house during the Winter of 1874 and who never seemed to be aware that good accommodations were atiD to be had in Beaufort. The Fourth at Branson. Hoovers, S. C., July 5th, 1877. Editor Tribune: Some weeks ago the company at Branson, under the command of Capt. J. A. Lightsey, extended an invitation to the Allendale company commanded by Capt, Geo. 0. Riley and the Prince Williams Troop company commanded by Capt A . A. Browning, to join the Branson company at that place on the fourth of Jmly. Pursuant to this, the three companies met at 10 o'clock A. M. about half a mile lrom the village, and were welcomed by Mr. W. S. Tillinghast in a short but appropriate and eloquent speech, whieh was responded to by Capt. J. C. Pavant of the Allendale company in a few spirited and eloquent remarks which were loudly cheered. The three companies were formed in a battalion under the command of Capt. Geo. O. Riley, the senior officer of the day, and marched into the village all well mounted and in fall unifonp. The drill was short but nicely done and afforded much amusement and gratification to the numerous spectators of all classes and ages and of both sexes, and reminded those who went through it, of the late war, .and officers and privates showed .1 .1 L.J 1 1 ii iL. J "11 J tnai mey naa noi lurgotxen wie unu anu the'use of anus. After this exercise was over, the battalion repaired to a spacious grove in the village where a platform had been erected tor the speakers. Capt. Davant introduced the Rev. Mr. Wells, who having made an appropriate and feeling praver, suitable to the occasion, was followed by Mr, W. S. Tillinghast who mounted the rostrum and in his usual style delivered an eloquent and impressive speech which was cheered vociferously by the multitudinous assembly. Mr. Laurence You roans, a r? prcscntativc from Barnwell county next addressed the meeting in a speech which was warm ami lull of enthusiasm and was received with deufeuing cheers. The committee of arrangements now announced that dinner was ready, aud the table was found to be loaded down with every thing that could tempt an epicure. Afi ter dinner a large portion of the crowd | principally the young folks repaired jto ; a hall which was prepared for the occaj siou with a band of stringed instruments : in readiness to play for the merry throng. The young men and ladies soon formed a cotillion and this fashionable and innocent amusement was kept up until a late hour. The inteuse heat to a certain extent marred the pleasure of the day, but in the evening the dust was settled and the air cooled by a fine shower of rain which refreshed the party and gladdened the hearts of hundreds of farmers and horticulturists. During the entire day there was abundance of delicious ice cream at ten cents per glass and of cool lemonade at five cents, while not a single breach of the peace disturbed the harrnoi l i_i?A; mi,.**, ny ana pleasure ui lueeeieurauua. mus ended the fourth at Branson. E. PRINCE WILLIAM'S TROOP. A Flag Presentation toy "Three Little Maidens." Editor of The Tribune : On Saturday last, when old Sol was sinking to rest behind the western horizon and the balmy evening breeze was faintly rustling the pines in the grove, the recently organized company which bears the name of "Prince Williams Troop"' assembled at the depot at Hoovers to receive their banner from the fair hauds of "Three little Maidens." These little ladies of Hoovers prompted by motives of patriotism had raised by subscription the necessary funds for the purchase of a most beautiful banner. Standing on the platform of the depot; arrayed in the National colorsred white and blue, and holding in their t - i- a ?K^ofintf nnits silknn nanus mc u^uiu un^? ??*^ vm??? -?, ? folds our loved Palmetto Tree and the inscription "Dum spcro spiro" the little maidens formed a rare picture on which the rosy light of the dying day dwelt lingeringly as though loth to leave so fair a scene! .Captain Browning formed his men in line facing the little girls, and in verses composed for the occasion they addressed the company. Miss Lillie Mauldin first broke the silence, and in ka graceful and spirited manner delivered the following lines "W? are Thiee Httie Maidens Who love our native land; We come not with spoils ladened Like some great armed band. We only bring the banner By Hampton's valor won Aiul a* you 'round it gather, Then cheer the brave Hampton ! Hoovers and its environs rang with cheers from manly throats ! When sile ce was restored Miss Olivia Porcher repeated these beautiful words of one of Beaufort's Poets; ' Here Is the Flag the lovely Flag Winch we present to thee Vnder Its bright and spangled folds May every one be free. And may no act of violenco Or cruelty be done To cause to us the blush of shame, Or grieve the good Hampton. Should duty call you from your homes Remember to be true; And give to either friend or foe, The Jurtke that is due. And do what will be pleasing To old Carolina's son. The Noble 15rave and Generous True-IIearted Wadk Hampton!."' Miss Mattie Porcher concluded in a clear and ringing voice: "Accept from our bands the best gift we can give Protect and defend It as long as you live And wbere-ever it mores may strict justice bedoa c'? And hnnnr our Leader the Noble Hampton. May the Flag's proud defenders be noble an<l justMay the Flag ifbver fall, and be trail.-d in the dustAnd where-ever 'tis borne ntay fresh Laurels be won By you its defenders and the Noble Hampton !*' Together the maidens presented the Flag, when far and wide arose the shouts the old Pines seemed to take up the refraim and echo the cheers for Hamptor the Fbg, and the "Three little Maidens!" Col. Ellis received the banner and although his speech wa9 entirely impromptu yet I feel assured that it could not have been improved on. Col. His delivered the banner to Captain A. A. Browning, who made an excellent reply; thanking the three little girls for the lovely banner presented to his company and then with a patriotic address to his men he delivered the banner to the color bearer. Long may the lovely Flag presented by girlish hands to the brave and loyal sons of old South Carolina, wave over the borders of our redeemed State. Francesca. A Card. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Odell desire to rettwiii. cinooto tVianl-Q tn tlinap <rKn j lUlil iUVl! OIIIWIV vuw>iAw w v.ivw ,( liV have been patrons of the Sea Island Hotel while under their control for the past two years, and especially to the officers of the U. S. Fleet and their families who have been their guests during that time, not forgetting the kiud friends in Town to j whom they are indebted for many favors. The Hotel will hereafter be under the j management of Mr. M. M. Kingman the former proprietor and the undersigned will continue their former business at the bread and cake bakery in Wilson's Block on Bay St. where they will be happy to wait upon their friends. JAS. ODELL ALICE F. ODELL Sea Island Hotel, July 10th, 1877. Col. Sims is shipping to various Northern cities from Rock Hill, York county, upwards of one hundred crates of J peaches daily. His shipment will probj ably reach two thousand bushels. A fresh stock of candy at Robert's. j ) Choice hams ami breakfast bacon only 16 cents I per ll? at Robert's. New mackerel the finest in- the market at Robert's. A Jull stock of tobacco and cigars to arrive per "City of Dallas" including the celebrated Louisii ana Perl'iue tolmceo Full stock of canned goods at popular prices at Hubert's Dr. J. G. Stoncy, Dentist of Beaufort, will be absent from his Office until the first of October next, when lie will resume his practice. * CLEARED FROM ST HELENA SOUND. July 2nd British Bark Lewis M. Latieb, Williams for U. K. with 585 tons of Phosphate Rock from Coosaw Mines. 5rd Russian Bark Findland, Bergmara for U. K. with 850 tons of Phosphate Rock from Pacific Mines. Notice to Debtors aud Creditors. South Carolina, Beaufort County. All Persons having demands against Thomas J. Riley, late of said county, deceased, are hereby notified to present them to me properly made out, witnin the time prescribed by hw: and all persons indebted to said deceased are hereby re quired to make payment to me. M, M. Riley, Adm'x. Brighton, S. C., July 3, 1876. IMPOSITION IN SELLING PIANOS AND ORGANS. ? I "$600 Pianos for $250." "$700 Pianos for $275." '$200 Organs for $65." "$265 Organs for $33.50.' "The very best made." "All first-class," "Sold direct to the people at factory prices." You don't believe it, neither do tee. "Beatty," and other pretended manujaclurrrt may so advertise, but that don't make it true. The instruments so offered are largely misrepresented, in quality and priced at least three timet their value. Any Wholesale Southern De.ii.er can furnish far better for the same, or leu money. We now offer New Pianos, 7 Oct. $190. 7% Oct. $240. 7% Oct. Square Grand, $290, and the superb Mason A Hamlin Organs, Double Reed 3 Stops, $100. 7 Stops, $110. 9 Stops, $114. Stool and Cover, and delivery, froight paid, included. Instruments Guaranteed. Sent on ten days trial If desired. In prices of reliable iiv'truinents, we challenge the U. S. Pont fail to send for Catalogues and Special Offers of July 1st. LUDDEN A BATES' Southern Music House, Savannah, Gs. TAX NOTICE. Oefice County Treasurer ) Beaufort County J Beaufort, S. C. June 28 1877Notice is hereby given that this office will be open for the receipt of STATE AND COUNTY TAXES on Monday July 2nd. The following is the tax levy for the fiscal year ending October 31st 1877: For State purposes 7 mills For County purposes 3 mills For County past Indebtedness 1 mill Poll tax per capita one dollar. One half the above levy is due and payable from the first day of Julv to the first day of August, and the other half from the first day of October to the first J-. -vf Oiia rvni* AAnt Inforpct I Uily Ul .llJU'llJlltl. V/llt J 'VI will H?VI vn per month will be charged on the first installment of this tax on all persons who fail to pay the sauie|before the first day of August. W. J. Goopino, Treasurer Beautort County. STATE AND COUNTY TAXES. For th > convenience of the tax payers of Beaufort County I will be at the places named, for the purpose of receiving Taxes for the fiscal year ending No-! vcmber 1st 1877. as fo lows: Karlv Branch, Monday July 9. Hoover's, Tuesday 44 19. Brunson. Wednesday 44 11. Kawtonville. Thursday 44 12. Brighton, Friday u 13. Giliisonvillc, Saturday 41 14. Grahamville, Monday 14 16. Hardeeville, Tuesday 41 17. Bluffton. Wednesday 44 18. Levy's X Bonds, Thursday July 19. Savannah, [Sheriff's Office] Saturday July 21st. The total levy for State and County purposes is as follows : For State 7 mills. For County 3 mills. For County past Indebtedness 1 mill. Poll tax, per capita, one dollar, The County Auditor will accompany the Treasurer at the above named appointments and receive returns of property for the year beginning No..?.nkaa let 1s77 Timolv nnhm will be I UlillA'l M cv 4UI I* JL*>uvv ? given of other appointments. w. J. Gooding, Treasurer Beaufort County. BAKNE8' Foot Power I* MACHINERY* ^fj)THIRTEEN i different machines with which Builders, Cabinet W Makers, Wagon Makers and Jobbers in Miacellancous work can compete as to quality and price with steam power manufacturing; and amateurs, supplies, saw blades, fancy woods, and designs. ?ay where you read this and scud for catalogue and prices. W. F. & John Barnes, Rock ford Illinois. PORT ROYAL RAILROAD. CHANGES HAVE BEEN made IN THROUGH ticket forms, a LIMITED TICKET having been introduced to prominent points, via the Port Royal Railroad. Below will be found the prices of find-claM tick* ets, limitp.d and non-limitbd, and the time for > which they remain in effect: Pays To Limited, good for. Unlimited. > New York, all rail, $20.00. 4 $37-40. New York, O D S Co. 24.00. 5 37.40. Philadelphia, all rail, 27.00 . 4 34.50 * Baltimore. '* " 25.00. 4 31.85 Washington, " " 24.25. 4 30.55. | Richmond, 22.50. 3 24.80' { Petersburg," 22.50. 3 25.55. Portsmouth, 23.5#. 8 26.85. Lynchburg, 21.80. 3 23.40New Orleans, 35.25' Peusacola, 28.25 A. B. ADDISON, Judge of Probate. FOR BEAUFORT COUNTY. ' Will bo In Beaufort on the first Monday In every month and remain until all business is attended to .? In the interim lie will be in Bruuson, where he will be prepared to attend to the duties of hi* office ami any other business that may be placed in his h-ncU. ?ot SaU or &f?t. To Rent. ?? A Bakery and Shop i Advantageously situated on Bay Street, with many convcuieuces and necessary i utensils &c. None but reliable 'persons' need apply to | John Franz. , For Sale. Block 122 in roar of the Court House Beaufort, Also. SEVEN LOTS IN BLOCK 120. Also the following described Lands : Lot No. 1!> Sec. .11 .Town 1 N. Range 2 W . 10 acres formerly owned by Ishmael Simmons. Lot 47 Sec. 18 Town 1 S. Range 1 W. 10 aeres, midway between Beaufort and Port Royal. Frac. of Lot 21 Sec. 13 Town Range 1 N. 1 W. being an excellent water frontage on Coosaw rirer. For terms or other information inquire or | C. H. WRIGHT, Act. Apl.-26-.1m. forsale: . Very Desirable Property, ON BAY ST. BEAUFORT, S. C. The block occupied by Odell and comprising three fine stores with capacious yards and storage in the rear and the finest water frontage on the river. For terms apply to D. C. WILSON, ortoC. H WRIGHT, Agt. Beaufort, S. 0., March 20, 1877. to rent! The dwelling on Bay St., lately occupied by Capt. C. 0. Boutelle. Apply to. Wm. ELLIOTT. TO R1LNT, Two desirable stores in the basement of the STEVENS HOUSE, Price 810 and 816 respectively. Apply to W. J.VERDIER, Agent. For Sale. ^vraTT.HABSK PORTABLE TIOARD A SON u Steam Engine with shafting, for caah, or will I barter for on# or two FIRST-CLASS MULES, with caah adjustment either way Id accordance with appraised rallies. C.O. KENDALL, Port Royal. FOR SALE. The valuable 'Property known as the mrnzt smu m is offered fyr sale. For terms, apply to M. s. elliott. May IMf JOHN BRODIE, ! Builder, Contractor -ANDUNDERTAKER. Estimates and plans furnished at short notice. Opposite Express Office. Beaufort, S. C. P. Tfl. WHITMAN Bay street Beaufort, 8, C. Beater to at WATCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELRY, AND SILVER WARE, ROGER'S KNIVES, FOLKS, SPOONS LADLES. Personal attention elvea to rt paling la hii llae. 0 3 Dij & 1 Dij Strikiag Cloth, $3.50 ti 18. i o GENTS' GOLD CHIAN8, PIN8, RINGS, SLEEVE BUTTONS.STUDS, WATCH CHAINS, LADIES GOLDand PLATED JEWELRY, GOLD PEN8, AC., AC. GENTS' GOLD At SILVER WATCHES. Call and examine before purchasing, and satisfy yourself you can sate ten U?,twenty>fire per eent | from Charleston or Savannah prices. dec.6.1y ? wsiai ivt it. jr. xiuriiJij?j, snirrc & commissi#* merchant PORT ROYAL, S. C. Cittti, Naril SUres, Luker Ac* AGENT FOE THE New York & Port Royal steamship line. Mississippi and Dominion, West India and Pacific, and Liverpool and Galveston STEAMSHIP C08. OF LIVERPOOL. B H Hntchinson, Wholesale A Retail Grocer PORT ROYAL, S. C. Has addedgreatly to his stock ot GROCERIES, with an addition of a Meat Market, where will be found on hand at all times a full and select supply of fresh Beef, Mutton & Pork, together with all kinds of vegetables to suit the demands of the public. <5rist and fttd. ' - - _ , ^ .1. 8. ELLIOTT, Htm* fori 8. C. JU fEJVEL, tr CO., CMmrltatmn 8. C. THE BEAUFORT STEAM Mill COMPANY, Having put up a grist mill at their ; old stand, are prepared to furnish Grist, Feed aid Meal, any quantity, and at reasonable rates. M. 8. ELLIOTT, S. I.WALLACE, COTTON FACTOR AND GRIST MILLER, Wholesale Dealer in urauif nuimiij iviuai, rccu ETC., ETC., SEA ISLAND COTTON Bought Giooed and prepared for market. ADVANCES Made on consignments. Having the best machinery for ginning cotton and g; inding corn and meal, he is prepared to execute all orders on the shortest possible no tice The highest cash price paid for COTTON &CORN Cotton ginned on toll. S. MAYO, Bay St. Be*ufort? S. C nqvouM, wines, a*. NET YARNS, FISH LINES AND CORDAOE. Glass, Paints and Oils, WHITE LEAD AND TURPENTINE. Special attention given to mixing paints and Glass cut to order of any size. Dec. 6 W. H. CALVERT. PRACTICAL Tin Sheet Iron. Copper Worker DEALER IX Japan nod an*d Stamped Tin Ware*. Constantlyon baud, Cooking 1'arlor and Box Stoves. TERMS CASH. Agent for the Celebrated Charter Oak Cooking Stoves. W. H. CALVERT, Bay St. between 8th A 9th sta. Beaufort. S.C BANKING HOUSE, Win. H. Lftckwood, BAY ST., BEAUFORT, S. C. . GOLD AND EXCHANGE OX New, York Charleston & Savannah Bought and Sold, Collections made on any point in the United States Accounts received subject to check at sight. ap. 27.6ra. Saw& Planing Mill B KALI FORT, 8 C. D. 0. WILSON & CO., manufacturers or and dealers in TSLLOW PIKE Tim Alio Lto AND OjrpreM glMnglei, A af\ Builders & Contractors plasteIFIathes, All kinds of JOB SAWING promptly done. nwriii & CeiliaiBoarts always oe M Orders for Lumber and Timber by tbc "cargo promptly filled. Terms Cash. P. C. WILSON A CO. AVERILL CHEMICAL PAINT. Mixed ready for use in white and orer one hundred different colors, made of strictly pare WHITE LEAD, > Zinc, and Linseed Oil. Chemically combined, wa anted to last twice as long as other paint. F. W. SCHEPER, Wholesale and Retail Grocer. "ICE! ICE! MWAtTP Jt. EUttOBS. Are now prepared to fur nish Ice in any quantity Customers may desire, from their Ice House, * Se-rentR Street. JOHN CONANT, J. A. EMMONS P. DESSESURE. BOOT And SHOE MAKER. All work entrusted to His caro will rcccivo prompt at tenticu. Shop Next the ICE HOUSE, I BEAl'EORT, a. c. F. W .SC. HNE^CIC^IES CANNED FRUITS, VEGE And a Full Variety of other things i Goods Promptly Deliv< SEA 1SLAIS HAS BEEN K THK PATRONAGE OF THE TRAV Jr. M. KIN G N A N, Beaufort Ma oHaving opened a shop in Beaufort, I am pr Build & Repair all 1 Both'of WOOD Particular attention given to designing and pipe and fittings constantly on hand at Nort Personal attention given to setting and co Steam Boiler Furnac Shop next to Post Office. CHEAPEST ST01 A? NEW GOODS, NEW GOODS, NEW GOODS, Just Re Just Re Just Rec AT APPLE'S, AT APPLES, AT APPLES, DRY GOODS, FANCY GOODS, DRESSiGOODS, HOSIERY, DOMESTIC GOODS, MATTING, CLOTHING, SHOES, FUJ CLC Cheapest place in Tow: IKE: MANSION H 01'SE. PORT ROYAL, S. C. Is beautifully situated, facing PORT ROYAL HARBOR, Enclosed with ample yard under live oak treet the rooms are neatly finished and nicely furnished ?'" talilo is nil snnliliml ami Irpnt. a,,u *uv " "? ?ri-?? Guests from the North vill find this * mas healthful and pleasant winter resort. United states vessels arc located in sight, and fishing,, hunting, and boating ran he enjoyed. C ntracts for board will be made for the season at reasonable rates. BENJAMIN BURR, " PROPRIETOR. M. POLLITZER, COTTOy FACTOR | AND I Commission Merchant BEAUFORT 8 . C W. P. GRAHAM, BOUNTY AND PENSION AGENT, BEAUFORT, S. C. Will attend to any business entrusted to him. Information free. mar.lMf. _iisnvi mPS The Most Extensive Ma IN THE ILLUSTRATES CATi la POWER combined with PURITY OX these Organs HE PER, COFFEES i FKUITS.'' TABLES, MEATS, &c. usually kept In a first-class Store. ered free of charge. D HOTEL, S? HH K E-O PENED. ELLIN G PUBLIC IS SOLIOITFO. Manage . chine Shop, spared with the latest improved tools to Linds of Machinery, i AND IRON, pattern making for new work. Steam hern prices. nstructing ses for Saving Fuel. \. WHITMAN, Meehan;ca1 Engineer. IE IN TOWN." " NEW OOOPS NEW GOODS, NEW GOODS, _ ? . . '* r ceived, seived, seived, AT. APPLE*, Af*?VVl?p, ATAWLfe, &NISHING GOODS. HATS AND CAPS. ITHS AND CAS8IMKKKS, OIL CLOTH. ps. IKE. APPZsZS. BEEF AND MU1TON. THE CHEAPE8T AND the BEST. I AM NOW IN RECEIlT OK TUB VERY best. TENNESSEE BEEF and beg to inform my frl?-n<f* and cum?hm.t? that I will sell as cheap as any one awl H1L1. NOT BE UNDERSOLD. JAMES JENKINS, Mch. 1 tf. VESSELS, -IN? Bull and Coosaw Rivers -OR ATPORT ROYAL. Will be uipt'ltai ?iih FRESH WATER, i From the rel*l?raf#t Club House Springs, By Steam or sailing S?-Ordors sent to our ???*eAh will receive iroined iate attcn t ioft. DiCK A sjffctL, rroj?rioton?. BSnSS^^^I' PSmw aLM B^M BORO, VT. mifectoiy of Reed Organs WORLD! * lLOGPZS sent fees. r tone, la durability tndl&ifin, are Unriraled,