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[communicated.] Mr. Editor: I give below a list of the Officers of the Home Guards or ganized on last Friday, at the Court ground, in the first District. The of ficers are mostly composed of old men, but brave stout and vigorous, and the intention of the organization is to protect their own District, but in a case of emergency, they would go to any part of the county and perhaps in the State: James Gladen, Captain. D. Carroll, Ist Lieutenant, James Brown, 2d “ Wm. Brown, 3d “ W. J. Mitchell, Ist Sergeant, Thos. Simmons, 2d “ Sylvanus Moody, 3d “ John Wright, 4th “ E. R. Carter, Ist Corporal, W. W. Phelps, 2d “ W. W. Crane, 3d “ Chas. Findley, 4th “ G. B. Rollins, Sec’y and Treas’r. J. L. Dixon, Pres’t of Company. More Companies Going to Virginia. Yesterday morning the 8 o’clock train brought the Echols Guards from Merriwether county, commanded by Capt. C. W. Howard, and numbering 73 men; also, the Independent Blues, from Selma, Ala., Capt. James Kent —llO men. These Companies are composed of the best men in the local ities from which they came. All the powers of earth can’t put down such men as these, till their “ wind. is stop ped.” They were on their to Vir ginia, and left on the morning trains —the Echols Guards going through Tennessee, via the State Road, and the Blues via Augusta. Lieut. E. C. Mobley, of the Echols Guards, was called out by our citizens, and made a most feelingly, eloquent and patriotic address. —Atlanta Con federacy. PROCLAMATION , To the People of the Confederate States When a people w r ho recognize their dependence upon God, feel themselves surrounded by peril and difficulty, it becomes them to humble themselves under the dispensation of Divine Provi dence, to recognize His righteous gov ernment, to acknowledge His good ness in times past, and supplicate his merciful protection for the future. The manifest proofs of the Divine blessing hitherto extended to the ef forts of the people of the Confederate States of America to maintain and perpetuate public liberty, individual rights and national independence, de mand their devout and heartfelt grati tude, and of their dependence upon the Judge of all the Earth, and to in voke the continuance of His favor. Knowing that none but a just and righteous cause can gain the Divine favor, we would implore the Lord of Hosts to guide and direct our policy in the paths of right, duty, justice and mercy, to unite our hearts and our efforts for the defence of our dearest rights; to strengthen our weakness; crown our aftns with success, and ena ble us to secure a speedy, just and honorable peace. To these ends, and in conformity with the request of Congress, I invite the people of the Confederate States to the observance of a day of fasting and prayer, by such religious services as may be suitable for the occasion, and I recommend Thursday, the 13th day of June next, for that purpose ; and that we may all on that day, with one accord, join in humble and rev erential approach to Him in whose hands we are, invoking Him to inspire us with a proper spirit and temper of heart and mind to bear our evils, to bless us with His favor and protection, and to bestow His gracious benediction upon our Government and country. (Signed) JEFFERSON DAVIS. By the President: R. Toombs, Secretary of State. Richmond, Va., May 21.—Brig. Gen. Mansfield, of the U. S. Army, will command a division es 25,000 men for the invasion of Virginia. Lincoln is reported to have said that “ something is on foot to startle quiet people, North and South.” Brig. General Reeder will command the forces against Harper’s Ferry. Lord John Russell, as to letters of marque, cites the precedent case of Greece when separated from Turkey. The right was allowed, and the laiv officers of the Crown declared that such right belonged to the Southern Confederacy. St. Lours, May 22.—Major-Gen. Price and Gen. Harney have been in consultation in reference to the neu trality. Both professed a desire for peace. Price pledges the power of the State to preserve order, and Gen. Harney agrees on his part to make no further movements. New York, May 22.— Mexico has been assured by the Washington Gov ernment that the Monroe doctrine will be enforced, and that should any Eu ropean powers interfere, she will be supported. Spain has been informed that if she proceeds in the San Do mingo affair, she will do so at her peril. Baltimore, May 23. —The navy has adopted anew system of signals. Hereafter passports will not be granted to citizens of the Seceding States unless they make professions of loyalty to the. Federal Government. Gen. Butler says that a few days more will put him iq Richmond.. BY TELEGRAPH. From the Seuthern Confederacy. Missouri Militia Disbanded! CONSPIRACY IN BALTIMORE DIS COVERED 1 —j MORE CONFEDERATE PRIZES! Commissioners in Ellsworth’s Death Confirmed! Spanish Fleet Going to New Orleans. VIRGINIA CAVALRY SURREN DERED ! Washington, May 24th.—Eight Regiments, supplied with fifteen rounds cartridges and four days’ pro visions for each man, started to-day for the invasion of Virginia. The New York 7th, 9th, and 12th Regi ments, Sherman’s Battery, the Fire Zouaves, one Regiment from New Jersey, one from Michigan, and the District Militia, comprise the Brigade. The Virginia picket guard were previously driven in by the advance? guards of the Federal forces. One Regiment took the road lead ing to Fairfax Court House, twenty miles from Washington; another stopped at the forks of the road, one mile from Long Bridge; the Seventh advanced midway between the Bridge and Columbia Spring, on the line of Railroad. The District troops will return to Washington this morning. The Fire Zouaves, (Lincoln’s “ Pet Lambs,”) the 14th, 59th, and the Jersey Regiments, hold Alexandria. Arlington Heights are occupied by several Regiments. The entry of the Federal troops into Alexandria, this morning, was attend ed by the death of Col. Ellsworth, commander of the Zouaves. He was shot while hauling down a Secession flag—supposed by a concealed foe. Very grea't excitement prevails among the military in consequence. The body of Col. Ellsworth will be taken to Washington. The invading columns is variously estimated to contain from six to ten thousand men. St. Louis, May 24.— Gen. Price ordered 4,000 of the State Militia at Jefferson City to disband. They made some resistance; but it is be lieved they have quietly dispersed. Ji. howitzer, a mortar, with a quan tity of balls and shells, and 300 pounds ammunition, have been sent from the Arsenal here to Cairo. Washington, May 24.— C01. worth’s personal friends, includiM Mr. Lincoln, are deeplp affected in consequence of his death. The bells are tolling, buildings dressed in mourn ing and flags at half-mast. His re mains are lying in state at the Navy Yard. The Government has startling in telligence to-day from Baltimore. Loud and prominent Union men are secretly abetting the Secessionists. Their names and places of abode are known. The Seventh Regiment occupy Ar lington Heights, and the 89th are throwing up breast-works: Forty Virginia Cavalry surrendered to-day to Sherman’s Battery, finding themselves unexpectedly at the mouth of his guns. The steamer Mount Vernon, came nigh sinking before reaching Alexan dria. It is supposed she was secretly injured at the Navy Yard before leav ing. Harper’s Ferry and Norfolk are to be simultaneously attacked. The Postmaster General has ordered the discontinuance of,the mails to all the seceded States, except Tennessee. Spain has ordered six first class war frigates to New Orleans. The Privateer steamer Calhoun, has captured two steamers. St. Louis, Mo., May 24th.—The steamer J. C. Swan was seized this morning and will probably be confis cated. She had been engaged previ ously in bringing arms from Baton Rouge. Five thousand pounds of lead, South ward bound, was seized at Iron Moun tain, Missouri. Some resistance was offered and several shots were ex changed, but “nobody hurt.” Gov. Black, of Nebraska, is bound Eastward. Indian depradations are reported as very imminent on the western frontier. St. Louis, Mo., May 23.—General Harney proclaims that he and Gen. Price have arranged matters in regard to neutrality. A proclamation com mands the people of Missouri to be have themselves or else both govern ments-will participate in maintaining the laws. Gen. Price, having had the first opportunity, has maintained ”The‘*jfcfclS interest * upon the State” debt be paid. Chicago, May 23. —Owing to diffi culties in regard to curfency, the farmers of the north sell their produce excepwor specie? ’*l St. Joseph, Mo., May*23 , .-£rhe Union flag which has been floating over the Post Office has been torn down, and that over the Turner’s Hall "has been taken down by themselves. THE GEORGIAIWEEKLY. Very Latest! Further Eaxticulars of the Occupation "Of.Alexandria. | May 25th.—Forty mounfs|pHien in the service of Vir ginia, unddr command of Capt. Ball, Were takA,prisoners at Alexandria yesterday "morning. Having had timely warajpg, it is. supposed that Ball surrendered intentionally. I .Mr.‘Jackson, thp proprietor of the hotel, was asleep when Col. Ellsworth entered and tore down the Confeder ate flag, which was prominently dis played from the hotel. Awakened by the noise Jackson sprang to his feet and shot Ellsworth through the heart with a double-barrelled gun. Jackson was immediately riddled by the bullets of the Zouaves. After his death his body hacked by bayonets. After the train had left with Cob Terrett’s command, five hundred Zouaves tore up the Railroad track. The Railroad bridge was burned by the Virginians. The telegraph office was taken possession of by the Feder al troops, the operators having suc ceeded in effecting their escape with their instruments. The Federal ’* R «A)} l jlanded frem steamers. One of flying artillery and cav alry came over the bridge. Our sen tinels along the river fired upon the steamers, and the fire was returned by them. All our troops with the excep tion of Capt. Ball’s company, escaped in safety. All persons who desired were permitted to leave town. Gen. Lee considers Alexandria indefensible Should the federal troops advance, the first battle will take place at Manassas Junction, as our troops will not retreat further. Gen. Bonham has been abundantly reinforced, and is fully prepared. The Carolinians have the post of honor, and will maintain their ground at all hazards. Appointments. Montgomery, May 25. —C01. Wm. H. T. Walker has been appointed Br.igadier General in the Confederate Army. Capt. John D. Walker and Lieut. Bagley are here. Railway Collision and Loss of Life. Richmond, May 25. —A collision took place to-day on the Orange and Alexandria R. R. between two trains. Col. Kershaw’s* South Carolina regi ment was on board one of the trains. Two of his men were seriously injured and several others slightly. Two Virginians and one negro were killed. It was supposed to be either the work of treachery or carelessness on the part of the engineer. The engineer has absconded. Proclamation. oj( E r Y) May 25.—The Pres . issued his Proclamation, an nouncing a treaty, offensive and defen sive, between Tennessee and the Con federate States. All ‘the Tennessee arms, military operations, &c., are turned over to the Confederate States. Mails Stopped. Washington, May 25.—The mails in all the seceded States, except Ten nessee are to be discontinued by order of the Postmaster General. The British Proclamation. Washington, May 25th.—By the proclamation of the British Govern ment, its subjects are forbidden to en list ships of war, and transports are forbidden to attempt to break a block ade actually effected, to carry soldiers, dispatches or material of war for either party. Spain orders six war frigates of the first class to American coasts. Later from Manassas. Manassas Junction, May 25.—1 t is now (Saturday afternoon, 3 o’clock) all quiet here. All communication between here and Alexandria has ceased. There are rumors of a fight at Harper’s Ferry. We are Expecting a fight here soon, and indeed know one will shortly take place. Stirring times ahead. SPECIAL NOTICES. CASH, in all cases, will be required for Job Work, Transient Advertisements, and Spe cial Notices. AEiOJVLE GTJARDSI YOU are hereby commanded to meet at the Court House, in Greenville, on Monday next, at 10 o’clock, A. M. By order: BANNING, O. S. Greenville, May 28. DISSOLUTION. THE Copartnership heretofore existing be tween MOBLEY it WESTBROOK as part ners in the practice of Law, is this day dissolv ed by mutual consent. E. CHArEL MOBLEY, BRYAN A. WESTBROOK. May 22d, 1861. GF" The undersigned will continue the prac tice, with the cases on hand for the old firm, and, returning thanks for past patronage, would respectfully and earnestly ask a continuance of the same. BRYAN A, WESTBROOK. 17-lm WANTED TO HIRE! A NEGRO MAN to work in the Tanyard.— A Apply to ELLIS <t FREEMAN. GEORGIA, Merriwether County. Tl7'HHJjt|A§ Joseph A. Huddleston, gnar- Vt_diajKWtete person and property of Geo. .£ .l|ißblT4l®f(feLapplies to me for letters of dis m?HK)n froTtP*faid trust; this is, therefore, to notify ail persons interested to be and appear atltybffice within the time prescribed by law and show cause, if any thety have, why said letters should not be granted. Given under my hand at office this the 26th day of May, 1861. F. KENDALL, 17-6 m O. M. C. FIQUfUN© MillS! AT TROUP FACTORY. THE Sew FLOUING MILLS, at Troup Factory, having the latest improved SMUT MILL and CORN CLEANER attached to the machinery, are now finished. During the dry Summer months the mills will run at night when necessary. Persons living at a distance, bringing GRAIN TO JjjJM«|OUND, and . WOOL TO BE CARDED, can have all done at night, proving that “Time is Money." WOOL CARDS in fine order. Persons liv ing beyond LaQrange or on the Railroad, can deposit WOOL.with Grocery Merchants at La- Grange. Our wagons will carry Wool and Rolls. THOMAS LESLIE, Agent. P. S.—Wo will BARTER Dry Goods and Groceries for Wheat, Corn, Bacon and other eatables. [ls-2in.] T. L. GROCERIES & HARDWARE. HUGH E. MALONE Respectfully solicits the custom of his old and new patrons at his well known stand at the Post Office. -- Coffee, Syrup, Tobacco, Cigars, Boots & Shoes, Guns, Iron Ware, Ponder, Shot, Lead, Soap, Oils, Candles, White and the usual assortment of vafi "elies of a first •!*£» edrihtry j * store. He has also a splendid assortment OF GARRETSON’S LONG ISLAND The cheapest ard the best, when we consider the quality and quantity in every paper. As he pays cash for his goods he is obliged to ask the same of his patrons. i-iy- R. H. RICHARDS, sr& SHstiflntr, ASD DEALER IN Sheet Music & Musical Instruments Generally, MGRANGE, GA. I RESPECTFULLY invite the Citizens of Merriwether and the adjoining counties to my large and well assorted stock of College, School, Medical and Miscellaneous Books, also Prince's, Mason and Hamlin’s, and Foster's Harmoneons and Melodeons. Together with Boardman, Gray it Co’s, and Newman’s justly celebrated Piano Fortes. Melodeons from 45 to 150 dollars. Pianos from 175 to 500. Always on hand, all the new music for the Piano. Sheet music mailed free of expense. Materials for Oil, Grecian and Opaque Painting. All orders thankfully received and promptly attended to. R. H. RICHARDS. 2-Jy- Doctor F. 0. Dannelly, PHYSICIAN AND SURGE<?N, GHEENVXX.I.S, GUO., Returns his thanks to the citizens of Merri wether for their past confidence and sun4| f -siud ikiHi'fca ln state that energies * life are devoted to his profession. He is. Continually corresponding “ Giants of Medicine”—has an extensive Libra ay—a complete .Case of Surgical Instruments, with all the most approved Appliances for re lievingdeformities, Ac., aDd tenders to bis friends and the public generally the benefits of all the; vast improvements in Medical and Surgical Sci-; ence. Call at bis Residence. 1-ly j DR. J, R. IIARRISS; GREENVILLE, GA., Practitioner in Medicines s Wholesale & Retail Dealer in Drngs, Medicines, Chemicals, Fine Toile 4 Soaps, Pei Turnery, Fancy Toilet Articles, Glass, Putty, Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Dye Stuff-*, Fine Brandy’s, Wines, Ker osine Oil,Tobacco, Cigars,Ac. All of which I will sell extremely low for| CASH or approved credit. The cash is preferred.! and Physicians’ orders -Solicited. A 'fresh supply of Garden Seed just received^ i-ly. | "XT). GRAVER, Pint & liquor ftorf.- GREENVILLE, GA., Fine Brandies, Select Groceries, Wines, Cigars, Sardines, Tobacco, | Nails, Oranges, • Apples, Snuff, f- Soda, Cider*. Lemon Syrup, &c., &c. All es -which he will sell at astoundingly low prices. Please to give him a call—you wilji, find him at the south corner, at his old stand always at his post. I-ly >■_ «(]ARIUAGES. BUGGIES, WAGONS, BLACKSMITH WORK- Os every kind, and Plain and Ornamental, done in superior styl at the Carriage Factory of G. G. HOWARD, 3-ly Greenville, Ga. E SOUTHERN ENTERPRISE!! THE undersigned having, with a view tl profit, and commercial independence, putfl chased the TANNERY in this place, are desiiaj ous of purchasing a supply of zbAjrk;- cSc kidesl They ask the people to aid them in this entefl prise by saving all the Bark and Hides, fcß which they will pay the highest prices in CASifl Now show your patriotism by saving the>Bar|l and Hides, and we will furnish the Leather anw Shoes. ELLtS & FREEMAN. 3 Greenville, March 18, 1861. 7-ts 11 BLANKS^ OF every description on hand and printed SB order at the shortest notice at this offic* Justices of the Peace, Ordinaries, Sheriffs, atj§ others in want will please take due notice anS govern themselves accordingly. NOT ICE l LL persons having demands against the es tale of John W. Wells, late of Merriwether aunty, deceased, are requested to present the me to the subscriber, duly authenticated, itbin time prescribed by law. All those in 3bted to said estate are hereby notified to ake immediate payment. April, llth, 1881. WM. H. HINTON, 11-6 w. Adm’r. LAND! LAND!} LAND 111 a THE undersigned offer for sale the Plantation of tha late Joseph Moore, eceased, lyings in the ,Bth Distriet of Merri wether County, and containing about. 400 cres of good Oak and Hickory Land. Sraid and adjoins the plantations of Col. W. R. Fa. or, A. J. Jones and others. It is in as good neighborhood ns any in the State. For terms apply to either of the subscribers, J. V. MOORE, 10-tjan O. W. HOWARD. TATE OF GEORGIA, ) TO all whom Merriwether County, f it may concern. Notice is hereby given that two months from iis date I shall apply to the Court of Ordinary f said County, for leave to 1-esign my trust as •uardian for Sarah L. Franklin, minor. J. J. IIUSSEY. April Ist, 1861. lAWSON,, GILBERT & BURR, Whitehall Street, Atlanta, • f I UN* T jB IR, S and Wholesale and Retail dealers in HARDWARE, cut lest, avxrs, IRON AND STEEL, Also Cook, Parlor and Office * STOVBB, Farmers’ & Mechanics’ Tools, OF ALL KINDS. Leather and Rubber Belting, LOW FOR I 10-Iy (( cards, circulars, jj: | oi= (I « % W Georgia SEtwklj, % )> 1 / p RIN £ I « IS, | miumm mm JVEIEIS- <J. BOiFtUSTO, OF Atlanta, has just opened a magnificent assortment of articles in the Milinery trade. SPRllfWflliiifit S of the latest style, Rich Trimmings, Laces, Edgings, &c., <fcc. All exceedingly cheap. The'citizens of Merriwether are respectfully invited to eall at her Millinery Room?, WfeUfflfrgft, SfcrfmV . w io-3m. Atlanta. • .• SOUTHERN COIIOff PACKER!' THIS SCREW was invented by R, G. Wil liams, of Georgia, and is decidedly the most convenient and durable Screw now in use. It can be worked by hand or horse power. The entire cost of this Screw will not exceed 5125. Any planter wishing to build a Screw that will last his life time will please apply to the under signed for the right. J. N. BURTON, 2-ly Wurnerville, Merriwether Co.,Ga. Sb.ingles! The undersigned having located at Williamsville, Pike County, Ga., b»gs leave to say to those interested in hr iMing,- that they can be supplied by calling on him, at the rate of. 52.35 per thousand at the pile. Orders filled at short notice. WM. W. BEAUCHAMP. February 17th, 1861. 3-ly -\f ACON AND COLTJMBUS SHIRT* ILL ings, Osnaburgs, Cotton Yarns, and Geor gia Stripes, for sale by 1-ly HARRIS <k JACOBSO.V. NSW CtOODSI FOR SPRING TRADE 1861!! THE subscribers have received a very hand some assortment of s?mm GBBissf which will be sold on reasonable terms to prompt paying credit customers, or for Cash. ‘ Glve'onr stork of Dry (sbo3s SrTexamtuation before making your purchases. HARRIS £ JACOBSON. .. Greeuville, March loth, 1861. 1-ly * %u , l!|||| Wm '•CIIIJIWi •'HP w M ELLIS & SIMONTON Respectfully inform the public ‘hat they are now receiving their SPRING STOCK, consist ing of Staple and Fancy ©if CDO'DOy BOOTS Sc SEtOES, i y lul & k & j AND BONNET MATERIALS, MATS, &C., Also a good stock of HARDWARE, consist-* ing of Pocket and Table Cutlery, Carpenter’s Tools, Grain Cradles and Scythes, Shot Guns, Knob and Stock Locks, Hinges, Ac. Also SADDLERY, HARNESS, - and a variety of other goods. All of which we will sell on reasonable terms for cash or prompt paying Customers. Call and examine our stock. BOOTS AND SHOES! I LADIES'. Gents’ and Children’s Boots and Shoes of all descriptions for sale by I-ly HARRIS A JACOBSON.