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From tk* Home Journal. Tales of tha South. ST A SOUTHERN MAN.? CANINK 8 AQACITT. A friend of mine, William P. Gould, Esq., of Greene county, Alabama, owned, many years ago, a Newfoundland dog, of remarkable size and beauty. Carlo, for that was bia cognomen, posseting an uncommon share of the docility sagacity, and adhesive attachment for persons characteristic of bis race, was of course, a primo favorite with bis roaster and the family. His usual places of resort were the yard and lots immediately around the family residence. 13e- 1 yond the*e he seldom strayed, either in the purvuit of game or to follow a nersnn ho liked. His muster went ohe day into the woods, near the house, to shoot squirrels. Carlo, impelled by uncommon frenk of playfulness or affection, followed him, but kept some distance in the rear, as if conscious that, I being uninvited, be came unwelcome to the sport. A few caressing words and pats upon the bead sufficed to restore his confidence, and he trotted along close upon the beelsof bis roaster, stopping when he did, but nerer venturing to circle through the woods in quest of game. A large fox squirrel ran up a tree closc by the sportsman who levelled his gun and hot it dead. The noise which it made in falling upon the dry leaves attracted the attention of Carlo, who rushed forward, seized the carcass, and began to shako and 1 rend it with great violence. The voice of | Lis master commanding hira to put it down was unheeded. The destructive instincts of the dog triumphed over his habit of prompt obedience, and ho tore tho squirrel into fragments and scattered them upon the ground at tho base of tho tree. Irritated at the disobedience of his favorite, the sportsman whipped him severely with a branch which he tore from a bush, holding him by the leather collar which was fastened round his neck. The dog howled most piteously during the infliction of tho punishment, and ran back home tho moment he was released. It was quickly noticed by tho family that some great change had come over the gay andfrolicaome Carlo. Ho discontinued his almost constant visits to the house to receive Til-- r-?m- w.. ? VI me utlllliy. WUI1 llfOOping head and tail, and, most rueful expression of face, he glided mournfully about the premises, and, when called, especially by his master,, would hasten to hide himself from view.in some covert place about the yard. He showed, by his actions as plainly as words could have spoken it, that he felt himself to be deeply in disgrace. As he persistently rejected all overtures of reconciliation made by his master, tho affair teemed to be as incapable of adjustment, as it was of explanation, between the offending and offended party. After several days spent in ?this way, Carlo disappeared, and was not to be found anywhere upon the premises. Could it be possible that he had gone involuntary exile to atone for his fault? Or had lie, imitating the folly of lordly man, made way with bis own life, to cancel bis disgrace and escape the taunts of bis fellow dogs? There was no end to tbe conjecture in th$.. family a to the cause of his disappearance, and no end to the search for his retreat. But he came not to the accustomed call, and there was neither footprint nor sign to tell whither be bad gone. In the evening of the second day of bis absence bis master was seated in the front piazza of tbe family mansion, engaged in reading, when Carlo suddenly walked in with a large fox squirrel in his mouth. Go-1 log siraignt up to Ins master, he deposited the carcass at bis feet; be looked up into bis face, and gave a few short yelps, waggittg his tail all the time, and looking the cry picture of canine content and delight. The squirrel b&d evidently just been killed, as the body teas still warm, and allowed unmistakable signs that life had been extinguished ^by the pressure of teeth and clawp. at once recoverei his cheerfulness and returned--bis former habits. He had erred, repented and atoned for bis offence, and remained ever after to the end of bis 4*7* a privileged favorite in the family of Abe owner. I*. -A ZjfrT Strange as this instance of canine sagacity seem to those who deny to dogs even the faintest glimmer of the rational faculty, ft is nevertheless not more strange than since the facts herein detailed are relitad by one of tho most respectable fatpjlies i. ti?* n?1- : It Miwvu?u? HVTT \sai iu UUIUO 111 possesaiojo of the squirrel has never been satisfactorily aucertained. ^11 tbe probabilities lire id favof^f'tbe supposition tbal he caught (t In tba woods by stratagem or by tbe fleet,* By what process did the sagacious ani inafrreeah the conclusion that bis offence 'VHm to be atoned by tbe return of a whole gqulrrel for the one he bad torn} Yea, jpote. How came he to koow or believe ^k^^,o6enoe either required or admitted 4?aioAeffe8t et ell, and especially of atoneMiMtbytbe restore lion of like for like! 4beftfi tbe nib.r For ourselves, we neither ^Bfeeede nor deny a qtoalified^tationality to t&Jpww* orders of creation, but define oar posuwn in relation to the question by say. Hjlg?j?4>yjehgl?ge oC good old Sir Roger /T mii JWfwn ? mj w? wtu vu ?pa ^ vgr- ^ J ^ James Watt in His Last Tears. Toward* the close of his life Watt wns distressed by the apprehension that his mental faculties were deserting him, and remarked to Dr. Darwin: "Of all the evils of age, the loss of the few mental faculties ono possessed in youth is the most greivous." To test his memory, he again commenced the study of German, which he had allowed himself to forget; and speedily acquired such proficiency as to enable him to read tho ianguago with comparative ease. But he gave a stronger evidence of the integrity of his powers. When iu his seventy-fifth year, he was consulted by a company at Glasgow, as to the mode of conveying water from a peninsula across the Clyde to the uumpnny a engines at Ualrtlarnock, a difficulty wiiic.li appeared in them almost insurmountable, the plan suggested by Watt proved that his remarkable ingenuity remained unimpaired by age. It was necessary to fit the pipes through which the water passed to the uneven and shifting bed of the river; and Watt taking the tail of the lobster for his model, forwarded a plan of n tube of iron similarly articulated, which was executed and laid down with complete success. A few years later, when close upon his eightieth year, the aged mechanician formed one of n party assembled in Edinburgh, at which Sir Walter Scott was present. Ilo delighted the northern literati with his kindly cheerfulness, not less than ho astonished them by the extent and profundity of his information. "The alert, kind, and benenevlent old man." shvs Scott, "lmd bin nii?n tion alive to every one's question?his infor' mnlion nt every one's command. Ilis talI ents and fancy overflowed on every subject. One gentleman was a deep pliilolugist?Iio ! talked with him on the origin of the alpha- 1 bet, as if he had been coeval with Cadmus; another, a celebrated critic?you would have j said tho old man had studied political economy belles-lettres all his life ; of science it is unnecessary lo speak?it was his own distinguished walk." The vast extent of his 1 knowledge was remarked by all who came in contact with him. "It seemed," said Jef- ' frev. "as if every subject that was casually ' started, had been that which ho had been accupied in studying." Yet, though no ' man was more ready to communicate knowl- ! edge, none could bo less ambitious of His- ! playing it. _ ' "lie was," says Mrs. Shimmel-Pennick, in tlio vivid portrait she has drawn of him in 1 her autobiography, "one of the most com- 1 plete specimens of the melancholic temper- J ament. His head was generally bent forward or leaning on his hand in meditation, ' his Bhoulders stooping and his chest falling ! in, his limbs lank and unmuscular, and his complexion 6allow. His utterance was slow and uniinpassioned, deep and low in tone, 1 with a broad Scottish accent; his manners gentle, modest and unassuming. In a company where he was not known, unless spoken to, he might have tranquilly passed the t whole time in pursuing his own meditations, j WI.Oll l,o -< .. .IV <ihi?ii;u n ivkiii, men ul ICllurs, ^ men of scincc, nay, millitary men, artists, . ladies, even litllo childen thronged around 1 him. I remember a celebrated Swedish art- ?' ist having been instructed by him that rat's I whiskers make the most pliant paint brush- ] es; ladies would appeal to him on the best ^ means of devising grates, curing smoking chimneys, warming their houses, and obtain- ' ing fast colors. I can speak from experience of his teaching mo how to rnako a dulcimer and improve a jew's harp." "What { Jeffrey said of the steam engine may be ^ applied to the conversation of its parent that like the trunk of an elephant it could s stick up a piu or rend an oak. s Quarterly Review. < Infallible Rules for Measuring Corn In the Crib. f (If measured in feet ;) ^ 1st. Shocked Corn.?Measure the length: width and depth of the crib in feet; I rrtit It trkltf llmoo #!? .?? a *? - I,,j iuiob mice uancnaiulis lOgemer in tbeir product by 8, then cut off tlio two figures to the right, those on the left will ( be so many barrels and those cut off so t many hundredths of a barrel. 2d. Unsiiucked Corn.?Multiply the dimensions in feel as in rule 1st and their v product by 5 2-3 cut off two figures to the 1 right, and the result will be barrels and ( hundredths, as in rule 1st. If meatured in incite*. 3d. Shucked Corn.?Take the dimen- < sions inches and multiply thein together ; take one half of the product and divide it by 2150, and you have the bushels ofshel- * led corn, which divide by 5 to reduce to * barrels. c 4th. Unsiiccked Corn.?Multiply the dimensions as in rule 3d, and then take one third of tbeir product and divide it by 2150 I the result will be as rule 2d. 1 These rules have often been put to tbo mo!t critical test by the most thorough as well as the most practical mathematicians of the south-west, and the people using them (| may rely upon their being accurately correct. Prtserve a copy for use. I A Model Rboeftion Speech?A Hist to Modern Speakers.?An interesting in- n cident is related of Gen. Washington's vis- I it to Salem, Mass., during his second Presi- t dential term. At that place, as at every other along his journey, ho was received with the liveliest demonstrations of rejoicing. I Magnificent preparations were made for bis reception at salem. From a great distance around, all the people came to welcome the p Father of his country. The military were in full force, and put on their most martial airs. The aoldtorr-of the Revolution made tneir appearance in large numbers to meet 0 their old commander. All the women And children of Salem and the region round about were collected together to add to the a importancwand grandeur of the reception. Ik A committee of reception was appointed, /< one of iU mejpbere, who chanced to be a Quaker, was selected to act as spokesman for the occasion. u A great speech was perhaps expected for b so great a.) occasion, a long speech exhibiting thoir distinguished visitant as immeasurably "above all Greek, above all Roman n fame." t< Well, at the appointed time Washington v rode up to thfetow.n,' where he was thus addressed by ttn&pokesman of the' reception AAmmitloA f, "Friend Washington, we arc glad to see u thee, and in tbe tame of the. people, we give 9 thee.ft hearty welootfte to 8nfem.w Thtf wept the entire speech of tbe Quaker orfttor, sod Washington Mid H was more ^ grateful to bim than any with, which he J had been b#&te& 6tt Wtfjourney. 9 \^ouW w^ the ipeake^ and writtrt of 0 oaf dftyoonsplt the wilfattairif'filtererta of wellpnbHe generally, by ft oloeer ap* t? | ildJfcslTiin IftQuaker like, brcfitjr,aj|jjjpHc- *t Uyifci riHttriffi ' *7^ When and how to apply Manure. If we consult nature?taking lier processes as our guide?we shall see her vegetable fertilizers applied in the fall?and Ihere can be no better evidence that this is a most favorable timo for manuring the soil. Circumstances, it is true, may reuder it advisable to vary from this time, and it is one of the objects of the farmer's study to bo able to modify natural laws, and to choose in some cases, convenience as his guide. The more perfectly, however, he understands Nature the better he can command her, but generally the closer will be his obedience to her teachings. Nature makes no mistakes?she never practices false economy?all progress is by due obe-1! . t uiunco 10 ner laws. Tli^ application of manure in autumn pre-supposes that it lias become partially decomposed during the summer, and that it will become well rotted by the following spring, wben needed by plants upon the resumption or commencement of their growth. It is thus ready for their use, and this is one material advantage of applying manure in autumn. Another advantage is, that this decomposition has reduced its bulk without deteriorating its value, (if properly carried on) rendering its tiansportation less expensive, while at tho same time, the team and tho roads are in better condition for the woik. The summer season, too, has afforded time for composting the stores of the barn yard with muck and other vegetable matter, thus increasing largely the amount and valuo of both classess of material?an imnortant ohient fr? to the farmer. Nature, if asked the question, "How shall wo apply manure ?" answers, u On tbe surface." She has no operation analogous to plowing?and while we may think we have improved upon her methods?as we undoubtedly have in this and other respects, we still may learn wisdom for the example. In applying manuru to sward land in the sail, let it be spread up on the nirface?the growing grass will keep it in place, will keep it moist, and will gradually work its decomposition. When we would plow in tlio spring, it is in the right state ?nd position for our use?for the use of the succeeding crop?and practice proves this lo be one of the best method of manuring sward for any crop. In applying manure an stubble land, it would be well to cover it immediately with the gang-plow or cultivator, incorporating it as thoroughly as may be with the surface soil. In spring, before sowing, let the land be plowed to n proper Jepth for the crop applied, and the result lias been in the cases in which trial has jeen made?a better crop than from maniring in the spring in the usual mannner. ? Country Gentleman. A Gentleman.?What is it to be a genleman??It is to be honest to be gentle to Ms generous to be brave, to be wise and postessing all these qualities, to exercise them n the most graceful manner. Ought not i gentleman to be a loyal son, a true hus>anJ, an honest father! Ought not his ife to be decent, his bills to be paid, his astes to be high and elegant; his aims in ife lofty and noble ?? W. M. ThacJccry. A Gallant wag was lately sittinsr jesido his beloved, and being unable to Link of anything to say, asked her why be was like a tailor? "I don't know," aid she, with a pouting lip, "unless it is be:auao I am sitting beside a goose." Nature has not conferred upon us n reponsible existence, without giving us, at the iame time, the strength, rightly exerted, to neform its duties. The Hod. J. J. McRea, in his eulogy on 3eneral Quitman in the House of Represenatives, on the 5th inst., stated that he "fell l victim to the National Hotel disease, sbich had proved so fatal to so mcny disincuishd men." This was the belief c,f General Quitman himself. The Post Master General states that if Hongress designs the Post Office Departnent to be self-sustaining, it must restore he law of 1845. and make postage under t,000"miles five, and over that distance ten :ents. The ladies of honolulu, Sandwich Islands, lave contributed two hundred dollars to the tit. Vernon fund. Doctor, what do you think is the cause if this frequent rush of blood to my head ?" O, it is nothing but an effort of Nature. Mature, you know abhors a vacuum." Tbe Post says, the best way to disperse a nob is to hand round a contribution box. I better way is for the editor of the Posj o undertake to deliver a stump speech. "I would not be a woman," said ! enn >aul Ricbter, "for tben I could not love ber." It is with lifo as with coffee, be who drinks it we roust not drain it to the dregs. A man behind the age should be fed on atehup. Beer, like a flea, is subject to hops. And gain, beer is like a bear?each is brewin\ loreower, beer is like a bird?being a swal~ m. Dr. Adam Ulark says, the hog was cursed nder the old law, and never recieved a leasing under the new. An editor of Indianna was attacted by a >an for Bome personal grievance. The edi>r says: "To avoid injuring him, and preeot bis injuring ub,! we got out of the way. Sir, do you mean to say. that I speak ilsely said apersqj to a French gentleman. > No sare, I say not dat: But, tor, I say you ialk round about Una truth vary much." 'fo- ' r , 'f. 'EE 'J, !. / '.- > It is eaid that the mod is so deep . in eavenwofth city, Kansas Territory, tfitit ogs can't wallow without geiojz "clean" nder. ?(* * h I 1 f "??J0* 'f ^ ^ PROSPECTUS OF THE CHARLESTON MERCURY A POLITICAL, COMMERCIAL, AND LITERARY NEWSPAPER. 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THE PROPRIETOR of thio well established T.inn #U:_ ??-- > :-< --- " .?gvO fllio lUCtllUU U| illiurilllll^ me public that he haschAnged his Schedule, for the convenience of passengers. Tho Stage will be detained At Abbeville Court Ilouse, until half post ? o'clock, on MONDAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY mornings, affording an opportunity for passengers on the morning train from Oreeovillo to go directly through to Washington, Ga., the same day, connecting with the train it Washington, for Augusta, Montgomery, Ala. The passengers are detained a few hours in Washington, Ga. The Stage will leave Washington, Ga., on TUESDAY, THURSDAY ?nd SATURDAY mornings. The Line has been re&tted with?a splendid FOUR-DORSE COACH. good Teams and an experienced driver. JST* Passengers from all points above Newberry, going West, will find that they can reach any point west of Atlanta in exactly the same time, and with $5.00 less expense than by way of Braochville. For further information apply at the Post Office. tniTU u.nDvnn - ? IHGDBUJB, Ag'i* Abbeville a H.. S. 0. May 26, 1858 4 1J F. P. ROBERTSON. PUBLIC AUCTIONEER "17"1/0ULD reapo^tfqllyoffer hj? servioee t< V V thetftizena of this and the adjoining DUtrieU. He i# to generally known, that he deema itanrieoeasery to do mora than, refer tc i bis addreea, via : jfcamvnd.&iU JP. <X, Abbe, villa DUtriotjr and all oomrounioation# dijftcted , to him will recdire prompt attention. , N5tv7. IBM. ?7-tf . , . . J "-'r ?f *" ?i ?"f v Just Reoeive4 i .liA^^New rerfum#, KIS3-ME-CtTTIC* X-F Distilled from the weU-k#owrt flower of ' ^^ ^^^o^tiniorpiuwBd iii frggrauc* and ' " '*&'< ' "? v. , '' ' ' . ^ Notice to Subscribors Upon consultation with our friend* of tho Abbeville Banner we have come to the following understanding : That after the 1st of April, next, we shall charge for all subscription*, not paid within six months $2,50 and $3 00 if not paid within one year. The pressure of the Times has forced upon us the necessity of urging prompt payment upon our Patrons. The amount due us for inhscription. are separately small, but in the aggregate swell to a largo sum, and if not prointly paid, subject us to great inconveniences. Outwpnyincnts are cash ; and we must requiro our friendB to euable us to meet them. Experience hnB also impressed us with the propriety of charging for Obituary Notices which exceed a certain length ; ond we shall henceforth charge for the excess over one square, at the usual advertising rates. STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, ABBEVILLE DISTRICT Office Court of Common Pleat and Gen I Sessions. N. K. Butler ) vs. j- Attachment. Win. B. Lloyd, j McGownn, IM'tfT's Attorney. WI1EREAS tlic I'laintifTdid, on tlic nineteenth '' day of November, eighteen hundred nnd fifty-eight, file hi? declaration against the T)efen dniit, who, (it is snid,) is absent from nnd with out the limits of this State nnd has neither wife nor attorney known within the snine, upon whom n copy of said declaration might he served : It is therefore ordered, that the said Defendant do appear nnd plead to the said declaration, on or before the twentieth day of November, eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, otherwise final mul absolute judgement will then be given nnd awarded against him. MATTHEW McbONALD. C. C. P. Clerk's Office, Nov. 20, 1858 30 ly STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, ABBEVILLE DISTRICT. Office Court of Common Pleas and Qcril Sessions. N. K.Butler, Survivor 1 vs. ?- Attachment-. Vm. B. Lloyd, ) McGowan IM'tfT's Atty. TV^HERKAS the Plaintiff did. on the nineteenth day of November, eighteen hundred nnd fifty eight, file his declaration against the Defendant, who, (it is snid) is absent from nnd ?.-;?! ?i.? i:?:. .. w.w luuuo vi iii i3 oniic and lias neither wife nor attorney known within the same, upon whom a copv of said declaration might be served: It is therefore ordered, thnt the said Defendant do appear and plead to the said declaration, on or before the twentieth day of November, eighteen hundred and fifty-nine, otherwise final and absolute judgement will then be given and awarded against him. MATTHEW McDONALl), C. C. P. Clerk's Olfiec Nov. 1*.?, 1858 30-ly | XIic State of Soutli Carolina, Abbeville District?In the Common Pleat. F. W. Davis, \ vs. > Attachment. Ilenry Jones. ) WHEREAS, the riaintilT did, on the twenty -seventh day of November, 18.r>7, file his declaration against the Defendant, who, (as it is said) is absent from and without the limits of this State, and bus neither wife or attorney known within the same, upon whom a copy of the said declaration might be served. It is therefore ordered, that the snid Defendant do appear and plead to the said declaration, on or before the twenty-eight day of November which will bo in the year of our Lord Eighteen I Hundred nud Fifty-eight., otherwise final and absolute Judgment will then be given and awarded against him. MAT HEW McDONALD, c. c. v Clerk's Office, Nov. '27, 1RM. SI ly DR. S. IIENRY BEARD, DENTIST, Graduate of the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. HAS permnnentlj' located at Abbeville C. II., and solicits a share of public patronage. Teeth inserted from one to full upper nnd lower seta. Exposed nerves destroyed and treated, free from pnin. Having purchased an office Uight, of Dr. Blandy, of BulLimore, I am prepared to insert teeth on the Clieoplastic process. Office?Over Branch & Allen's Drug store. ABBEVILLE C. EI., S. C. April 22, 1858. 62 ly Cias Light, Gas Light! WE Respectfully inform our friends and the Public, tlint we have purchased the exclusive right to sell in this District, Daniord & Baileys' Patent Self-Generating Gas Lamps, and can supply every family with the most beautiful and economical light now in use. II is no trouble to keep them in order, and their impossibility of explosion render them invalua me. une ourner will give a9 much light as seven candles, ut the trivial cost of about- oqe cent, per hour, and can be fitted in any other lamp at small expense. We will keep on hand a supply of splendid Parlor and other Lamps, at all prices. This Light is adapted to Churchcs, llotels, Stores and Dwellings. Call and nee for yourselves, at JORDAN <fc McLAUCIILIN'S, No. 3 Grnnile Ilange, Abbeville C. II., S. C. April 30, 1858. 52 tf MILLER & WARREN HAVE received a largo and well selected stock of 10-4. 11-4, and 12-4 BED BLANKETS. AT.S0 Negro BLANKETS ; Wh't. and Gray do Travelling do Planters nre respectfully invited to exam ine our stock before purchasing elsewhere. Oct. 2, 1887. 22 tf IVlorc Bokm and Drags! rJ^iIE Subscribers have just received their JL Stock of Medicines, Books and Fancy articles, and are prepared to sell at short profits. We are Agents for the sale of a series of STANDARD WORKS, now in the courso of publication, by the Appletons of New York.? Among these are inoluued The Debates in Congress from 1789 to 1856. Benton's Thirty years' View. Morses General Atlas of the World, from the , latest authorities, to 1858. Cyclopedia American Eloquence, with Portraits. The New American Cyclopedia, The Cyclopedia of Wit and Humor, Edited by Wm. E. Burton. Specimen Copies of the above works may be seen at our Store, togethot with many other new and elegant Books. We are also agents for the sale of Grover's M* ounri KT/1 - - - - - u? ua>ci oounuiu aiAunitic,, acunowledged to be the best now in use, and the leaet liable to get otft of order. This Machine will be warranted and sold here at New York prices. Prices varying from $100 to $125. BRANCH A ALLEN. , Sept 17, , 31 if rTHI GpPARTNERSHIP heretofore existing X between H. A. Jones and J. W. L)TiDgiton, in the Practice of LAW, is this day die* i j&. -14 , ea "vi?6btpk. MwioxAut- ?? " art '' . \ v * ** "C- ' ^ .^ir j^LV'''" gu. ^j* vJtoiSjjLjjij To Proprietors, Architect* and Builders. JOHN CORBETT, Practical House Fainter, "l^CTOULD inform the inhabitant* of Abbe t ville, and the public generally, that ho has permanently Jocnted fit Abbcviile C. H., for the purpose of pursuing his profession. From a long experience in Europe, and many of the principal Towns of America, combined with a uteady attention to business, he flatters himself that ho will be able to give entire satisfaction to all who wish to liave orood TTr?u?? raiming done, ond will favor him with their orders, lie feels himself competent to finiih all Graining, Marbling, Paper Hanging, &c. Ilis experience and skill in his profession will enable him to complete all work iu his line at very moderate prices. Churches, Hulls, Stnircate Walls, Mantle Pi* ccs <bc., finished in imitation of Marble. Rooms l'apered, Paneled with Oak Paper, and varnished in the best style. He is prepared to paint nil old and new work, and Tin ltonfs. outside. Also, inside or outside of Rough casted W alls of private or public buildings in imitalion of any color of stone, at one third of the cost usua ly charged,by substituting a composition of his own which lins been fully tested, and will stand good for i years. Window Sash-s of private and public i buildings glazed at moderate prices. He will also keep on hand and for sale all' kinds of Mixed I'uiuts in quantities to suit purchasers. And also, n groat variety of paper' suitable for Bed Rooms, Dining, and DrawingI Rooms. He will paint sigUB on glass or wood, at short noliop Office in the Wooden Building adjoinj in;; ilie Mnrshall House. May 12, 1858. 3 ly JOHN 1. CLARE, REPAIRER OP CLOCKS, WATCHES AND J-jesw K:k^jn.'?9 WOULD respectfully inform the citi-G&y zciis of the District, that he hustSLak. located himself at Hodge's Depot, whei e lie will he prepared to execute, with promptueus, nil orders in his line of business. He is wpll prepared with all the tool? and materials of his art. and feels confident in being able to git? satisfaction. All work warranted. Terms Cash. April 14. 1858. 60 ly ?55?" Banner copj*. The Marshall House. THE subscriber having purchased that com modious and well known Mansion, THE MARSHALL HOUSE, has made every arrangement for the accommoI datiou of Permnnpnl nn.t t> j ond hop'-s, by proper attention, to merit a full ahnre of public patronage. After the first of October, the rates of regular Boarding will ba $15 00 per month. EDMUND COBB. Sept. 30, 1857. 22 tf FOR SALE. A HOUSE and LOT, in Abbeville village, situated on the Anderson road about a mile f.nd a quarter from the Court House. The HOUSE contains six fine rooms ; the LOT coatains Fifty Acres, and has on it a Well of excelfeafc water, and all necessary ont buildings, recently erected.? Possession will be given oa the lit o? January, 1859. For terms and further infoumation,. i>pply to W. Vf. BELC11EK, Abbeville C. II July SO. 1.858. 14-tf The Estate of William L. Calhoun, 3ce*d. r|^llE Subscriber, as Executor of the last Will JL and Testament of said Deceased, hereby gives notice to all parties having claims against said Estate to make tliem known to him,, m early &h convenient, and also he desires thos? who tuny be indebted to come forward anctasttle the same without delay. J. E. CALHOUN, SR., Oct. 10th 1858. 24 9m N. B.?Address. Calhoun's Mills^ AbJbevill# District, S. C. Just Rcccived A SUPPLY of Frangipanni Extract, ao Eternal Perfume for the Handkerchief, Frangipanni Toilet Water, " " Soap, " " Sachets. to which we invite the attention of the Ladies. JORDAN & McLAUCIILIN, Druggists and Chemists. Jul}* 1, 1858 8 tf Cigars, Cigars, Cigars. TTTST received a large lot; 10,000 very fin* tj Cigar?, worth from $50 lo $80 per thoua and. Also, h lot of very fine che?ingTobacco, at $1.25 to $1.50 per ll>. Pure French Brandy^ certainly made from the juice of the grape% Wines, Whiskies, Gins Ac., of the very best quality that we have been able with much, care aud great expenses to obtain. JORDAN A McLAUCIILIN. May 27 th, 1858 4 tf DISSOLUTION. THE late Law Firm of McGOWEN A PER-. RIN is Dissolved by mutual consent.??. All business commenced up to this date will be. conducted and finished by ub together under, the name of the old Firm, as if no Dissolution^ had taken place. S. McGOWEtf, JAS. M. JPERRIN. January 1, 1857. 35.tf dissolution. rpHE Partnership heretofore existing be-. X tween ENRIGHT A STARR, in the. manufacture of Cotton Gins, Wheat Thrash* ers, Fans, <fcc., has this day been dissulv'ed by. mutual agreement of parties. The Books and Account* of the Old Firm ore in the hands John Enright, who is alone authorized to sfttle. the business of the same. JOHN" ENRIGHT, > RICII'D C. STARR. November 1, 18S7. 29 tf C. P. EEM8EN IS prepared to offer hia Urge and' well selected stock of Nno Style* HATS and CAPS J for the Fall and Winter Trade J they W?da. of ffne material and will compare with tb?. very best article that ia manufactured, wlaol\ for beauty and finish cannot be excelled. ' TERMS CASH. C. P. REMSEN, r ' Colombia, & C* Oct 6, 1857 23 tf ' Lime! Ziime!)- '"? OA/"^ bhls. Fresh Stone Lime, just reoai*e4. OV/U on consignment, and Tor salff'Ttfrylon for 0A9H in quantities to itjit purchasers by JU.6.KERR. August27,1858. \ '..|f Crown Doable Ssteastoii HOOP SKIRTS, just received '",^r at ; MOORE . A QUAIFITS. Abbeville C. H., Angt 19, 58 V ^ JOB PRINTING. We have just received ?!" ne( New Job Type, from'L. J6bneeV<kCfa.,?T,ovndary, which additfoii to oor olfcia pr$jfartf> ^ to extent^ Jo tfie net test meaner, .??&,& eeriptioo 0) Plain and fhnIflb?n I > 1 it>% Jfifay ?g) Aoeh ae Hand Bills, Cafcds, BluV^lu kittdi, ?ll HeiylB, Olrentart, Bo# ting Cards, 4c. Qjir fotoa, in ihe <>?0a flBFr, rants nam. saying, thafcwa fanJoh Work, wlth'tkett^