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OB AH GEB?RG tIMES. ?RAReEBURG.S.C, JMX. 10, 1874. ,* 8TILE8 K. MELLICHAMI?, Editor. G. W. WHITEHEAD, Publisher and Business Manaoku, BA> *V* ore in no way responsiBto for the ?tfe?? or opinions of our Correspondent!. A dispatch from Vicksburgsnys that seven hundred negroes attacked that eity December 7th, and were driven back with a loss of twenty-five killed ?Od "wounded ahd'forty prisoners. Whether the cry of re-form in South Carolina means more than words and the Writing of1 Inaugurals, . time nlono can decide. Certain it is that the very life of tho Republican party demanded tt change, and a radical change too, for tbo disease was too deep rooted to -be cored by a mere feint. Practical reform or a most ingenious feint in that direction was absolutely necessary for tho salvation of "the party,' and hence the seemingly, strange Bounds which wo now hear around us are not surprising, but are recognized as rallying cries in preparation for tho national campaign of 1876. Democratic victories have been the prime cause - of nil those' symbols of ..reform, and are therefore the true sources of whatever blessings may ac crue. The following extract from tbe Union Herald on the subject of the condition of the South being used as a campaign argument by the Democratic orators of the North and West, strengthens us ia oar belief that a preparation for the next campaign, rather than tbe love of reform for itself alone, is the true motive power oi the Republican leaders: ''The democrat struck at the heart of the national republican organization These blows hod begun to tell severely The administration became uneasy. The party became uneasy. They de manded a change of affairs. General Grant and the other great leaders did not conceal the grave apprehensions that filled them. As far as they could they let the pe?pio of this State under stand what they wanted. The repub licans of South Carolina understood them. They nominated Mr Chamber lain squarely on that issue. They elected him squarely on that issue. They must sustain him sqnarely on that issue. Just after his election, Mr j Chamberlain went to Wasaington on business. When he came back, he delivered an inaugural that will touch the nerve of the national party like a blessing."_ LEGISLATIVE. The Bowen-Buttz pretest against the seating of the Charleston Delegation was brought up by Thomas of Colle ton on Wednesday and referred to the Committee on Privileges and elections. A resolution was adopted fixing the 16th of January, as the day of final adjournment, but it has yet to be acted on by the Senate. The appropriation bill for the ex penses of the Legislature, allowing $103000 for the salaries of the mem bers and 72000 for the contingent ex penses, has been referred to the Com raittee on Finance. Speaker Elliott occupied much of the time of the House with a defense against certain charges of the News and Courier, but was.finally relieved by Mr. Trenholm and others from Charleston. A bill was introduced by Mr. Muller of Lexington to provide for a new ccn bus with a view to the apportionmeut of the representatives for 1875. On Thursday a resolution was adopt ed 'referring the various divisions of the Governors Inaugural to the res pective Committees. Mr. Simpson introduced a bill pro viding for tho registration of electors in this State, which was referred to the Committee on elections. A resolution was adopted in tho House fixing Friday December 11th as the day for the election of Judge of the first circuit. Mr. Thomas introduced a bill to establish a new judicial and election county, known as Dorchestor county. In tho House on Saturday Duncan of Orangeburg introduced a bill to provide for the nppointmcnt of a pub lic weigher in this town. Rofcrcd to the committee on offices. A long de date took place on tho bill to nppropri ate the tax dciivcd from County licen sea to the poor,' participated in by Curtis, Robertson Leslie and Boston. In tho Senate Whiltcmorc reported favorably ou nn act "requiring a bond from County Commissioners before en tering upon tho duties of their office." Governor Kemper of Virginia ronews the recommendations of his first mes sage on immigration, 'and says tho, State should bo its own agency in the" matter, thereby freely distributing to annual aud prospective immigrants all desired information, in authentica ted torm, and ensuring them against all impositions, &c. On the political situation ho ex presses . the following view* in his' in augural:?'"Recent events create the hope that the government of the Union is to be brought back to the constitu tion, and its ancient lahdmarks'and. traditions recovered and respected,and fraternal relations revived throughout the country. They cheer the oppress ed and despondent Southern people with1 the promise^ that the, burdens wh ich nave so long borne them down aro to -be lifted. The most auspicious day for the honor and well-being of the whole country will be that in which the great export and producing States are restored to peace and productive energy by being restored to their con stitutional rights and relations. We may rest assured of success as Boon as. tho repeal or judicial amendment of nil enforcement laws shall peacefully relieve us from the harraasment and apprehension of militar) and other coercion from without, and from* the intermeddling of mere political adven turers within. Henceforth let it be understood by all that the political equality of the races is settled, and the social equality of tho races is a settled impossibility." NEWS ITEMS. The Rev. R. B. W. Elliott nomina ted as Episcopal bishop of Western Texas, is a native of Beaufort S. C, and a young man of distingushed ability. The New York Herald of the 25th says: 'Bishop Lynch, of South Carolina lectured at Durham, Mass., last night, on 'Bismarck and the Church.'" The Hon. Alex. H. Stephens thiuks that the democratic party are around "plugging" their melons before they are ripe, and in 1876, when they gath er the fruit they may find them all rotten. The Cheap Transportation Conven tion convened id Richmond Virginia, December 2nd., and the work before it is one of vast interest to the country. The cutting of new canals and the con necting of water communication is the object in view. ?? The democrats this year heave had unusual luck in carrying very close congressional districts. A. G. Elbert (dem.) is elected in the twenty-seventh Pennsylvania district by eleven ma jority, Carter H. Harrison (dem.) in the second Illinois district by seven majority, and Augustus W. Culter (dem) over Wm. Walter Phelps in the fourth New Jersey district by four majority. The closest shave, however is that of George W. Cate (dem.) of the eighth Wisconsin district, who re ceived 9,446 votes to 9,444 for his re publican opponent, and is thus elected by two majority. [Fob the Oranoeburo Times.] Proceedings ot the Orangehurg Conference. ' The Orangeburg Conference of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod of South Carolina, met in the Lutheran church in Orongeburg, November 27th, 1874, and began its business exercises,which were continued uutil a late hour on Saturday evening. The opening ser mon was preached by Rev. B. Kreps, of Barnwell county, S. C, from Philip pians 2:5, after which the Conference was regularly opened by the President Rev. S. T. Hallman, according to the usual liturgical service. Members present at this Conference: Clerical?Revs. B Kreps, E Duf ford, S T Hallman, and G A Hough. Lay-Delegates?Messrs W T Mul ler, J L Rast, John TSeaso,and Henry L Rickenbaker. Absentees?Revs.T WkDosho,D.D, W S Bowman, D. D, J H Bailey, and I BF Berry. The annual election for officers of Conferenco was entered into and tho following elected: President?Rev. G A Hough, Secretary?Rev. S T Hallman, Treasurer?W T Muller. The newly oloct?d officers took their seats, and Conference adjourned niter prayer by Rev. E. Duflbrd, to meet at 2* o'clock P. M. Tho afterncon session was opened with prayer by the Secretary. Tho Treasurer, Mr. W. T. Muller, mndo his report, showing a balance iii tho treasury of 816.50. This report was referred to tho following auditing Committee:?Bro's. J. L. Rast, and J. T. Sense. ? 1 .f . On motion, committee, consisting of Bros. G A Hough, B Krep* and ;W T Mullcr, was appointed to invite Rov. J T Wigbtraaii, D. D, who is now in the tows of Or-n?g?iHirg, to preach in the, Lutheran chi'rch, of this place, to night. 'Conference adjourned, with prayer by the President, to meet on tomorrow at 10 o'clock A. M. ' Dr. J T Wightman'haying declic cd tho invitation above provided for, Rev:G:A Hough preached an interest ing and instructive nevmon at night. Conference assembled at 10 o'clock, DUjSnturday, the.28tli/ftnd-was opened with singing and prayer by" the Provi dent. Tho following preamble and rcolutions were olleicd: - \ Vine he ab, the. Evangelical Luther an Synod of Pouth Carolin? La* rocom mended, to this Conference, Mr. Ed* ward Anil, of Newberry 8. 0., who is now at Newberry College, Walhalla S. C, being educated for the Lutheran ministry, as a yeonng man"in every way worthy of our confidence and sup port, therefore, be it, Resolved, That .we accept Mr; Anil as a beneficiary of this confidence. Pending the discussion ofthoabove preamble and resolution, Bros. J J Workman, J T Wightraan, D D, and J B Campbell, of the M. E. chsirth South, were introduced- and invited to sit as advisory members. 1 The preamble and resolution, refer ring to Mr Aull, were, after mature deliberation, adopted. . ,t \ ? . The! committee appointed to exam ine the report of the Treasurer,- report ed that they had discharged tbe-duty assigned them, find the same correct, accompanied by the proper Vouchers* St. Mut hews Lutheran church Orange burg S. C, was chosen as the place, and Friday before the 5tU, Lord's day in January 1876, f at 11 o'eJoek, the time, of holding the next meeting of this body. "Conference was* then ad journed, with prayer by R>vB,Kreps to meet at 2J o'clock P. M. Conference reassembled, at tho time appointed,' and after prayer by Rev. E. Duffbid, b*gan the discus sion of the following question:?"What auxiliaries to tho preached word ore legitimate as adapted most efficiently to promote the eh ristinni ration ' of the people." The discussion was both in teresting and instructive. Tlie4mpor lance of catechizntion was a prominent feature in all the nddrescs delivcrcd,nhd orbur people could have been present to hear and learn. We .cherish the! hope that the day will soon come when the. catechizntion of the young shall have been introduced in all our church es, aud when every church, bearing the Lutheran name, will have become Lutheran in doctrine and usage. Then will the first born of the reformation occupy tho position to which her his tory,doctrines and usages justly entitle her. The following resolutions were adopted: Resolved, That we use our. utmost efforts to introduce regular catcchiia tiou in all the congregations .*in the bounds of this Conference. * Resolved, That each pastor in this Conference give certificates of mar riage, baptism and confirmation, when' such ministerial acts be performed. Resolved, That the Secretary furnish an abstract of proceedings of Confer ence for publication in the Orakge burg Times and Lutheran Visitor. Resolved, That the pastor loci ten der the thanks of this body, to the members of the Lutheran church in Orangeburg, and to others, for hospi tality received, by us, at their hands. The minutes of all the sessions, of the present meeting, of Conference were rend and confirmed, and Confer ence adjourned, with tho benediction by the President, to bo finally closed after services on Sunday. An interest ing sermon was preached at night, by Rev. E Duflbrd. Sunday Exercises. * At an early hour on Sabbath morn iug a goodly number had assembled iu tho Lutheran church of Ornugcburg which is really a thing of beauty, and in all respects creditable to the Luther ans of this place,to witness the services of the day. Tho morning service was lead by the pastor, Rev. G A Hough, followed by the congregation, and the 'Gloria Patri' and 'Gloria in Excclsis' were sung by the choir. The singing would have been creditable to a choir of a much longer course of training, and wo assure our young friends that they hava only to perpovere. The offi cors of the church were installed into office, a sermon on "The Lord's Supper; its nature and import," was preached by the Secretary, and tho Holy Sap per of our Lord administered. Confer ence was closed, by tho usual liturgi cal service, to meet at tho time and placoapoveapccificd. Secretary. JL A. RGEST STOCK OJP him,,,,,,1 ftllUBMIIlli 5S C"1 GO GO Central South Carolina, AT T. KOHN & BRO, DryCoods Imporiom Hew Goods, New Goods, HAS JUST BEEN KECEIVED AT THE ? And in rear of the Grocery, m the ENTEEPRISE SALOON, 18 full of ihefinest grades of.LIQUORS, SEGAR8*c, whieh will be Bold to nuit the purchaser. Call and sc? for yourself. * March 26 mA ^HEB. ? Bacon, Sugar Coffee & Flour JUST KECEIVED AND FOR SALE AT REDUCED PRICES FOR CA H, .AT THE Cheap Grocery House of J S ALBERGOTTI, Feb. 19 1874 tf Corner Russell Street and Railroadl w, k. crook. HAVING JUST OPENED A FIRST CLASS GROCERY AJST3D LIQUOR STOEE, Would call the attention of the public to his well selected Stock of Bacon, Flour, Lard, Butter, Molasses Sugar* Cottte Syrup, Can Goods, L.IQUOKS &<??? OPPOSITKBULL,.SCOVILL& PIKE. _- _ j t. b. boyd HAS JUST RECEIVED A LARGE STOCK OF THE BEST ' boots shoes, groceries Which he will sell low down ALSO THE LARGEST STOCK. SEGA.KS AND TOBACCO Ever offered in this market. No humbug, Call and convince yourself. ?imiMWIBMIMI MIHI?iii II I Uli Hl?h?. IM f I?imm? 1 III?1| ???IM BUY YOt'R groceries, Liquors & ( igars ? FROM , ; C. D. KOHTJ OTTN, Agent for HAZLITT & CO S. Hygienic Tonic Bitters. ITS Ingredients are strictly Vegetable and as prescribed l?y all educated l'hy.ric%n? in their practice. C D, Nov 20,_ cHl * ly Messrs. LAZARUS $ MORRIS, OPTICI ANS AND OCULISTS, Hartford Conn,. Have with a view to meet the increasing demand for tlioir Ctlcbratett PERFECTED SPECTACLES Appointed E. EZEKIEL, Dealer in WiAcbes, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver and plated ware, &c~ ? Sign of Big Watch, Orangeburg, S. C., as their solo agent for this place. Spectacles TJnpar ruled by anv Ibr their Strengthen ing aud Preserving Qualities. a Hear and Distinct Vision uy aro the only Spectacles that preserve Slit1 And are the Cheapest because the Best, always last c As in^l?elNa?unu'ne^ as well assbt the Sight! And are the Cl ing many years without change being necessary Aug. 27-tf A(?KN I .fm o 3 GO ? g as S ? m MANUFACTURERS OF BUILDING MATERIAL GENERALLY. Dressed Flooring:, Ceiling, "Weather Boards, Mouldings for Bsilding Purposes, in Great Variety. NEWELS, HAND-RAILS, WALLU8TERS, WOOD-TURNING and Sero? SAWING. GOOD AND SUBSTANTIAL WORK made as cheap at thu ?Rtablinhraeat ? can be made in the United 8tates. Wo hove on hand tho largest stock of the above, South of the city of Baltimore, all of which wo guarantee will give entire mUsfactlon to all who want good, substantial work. The subscribers are the only practical mechanics?Bask Blind and Door Makers?by trade, carrying on tho b.mine? in the city of Charleston, and can refer to gcntlrmcn all over this Stato, Georgia, ;Vortli Caiolino and Florida, as to tfte character of their work for the past twenty years. NOTICE On account of tho manner in which we box up our work, and our own assumption of tho risk of Brcakngo of Glass with ordinary handling; our goods are whip ped over the roads in thUStnto at Half Rates, which is a great saving to the purchamr ofour work, W. P. RUSSELL & CO., Charleston, ?, C 1>M>