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COLfMBrS, TIirBMJAY, MCEXBEB M, Ifsih. Georgia ana Alabama Claims. W# giro in another column the remarks of our immediate Representative, liox. Maktih J. Crawford, on the claims of certain citizens oi Georgia and Alabama on account of losses sus tained by the depredations of the Creek Indians They were delivered last Saturday (Dec. 18th) ii. the House of Representatives when the bill was np for discussion. lion. Eli S. Shorter, of Ala., led off in a speech abounding in sound argument and point and was followed by Mr. Washbume oi Wisconsin in opposition to the bill. To the re mark of Mr. Washbume, that the citizens urging their claim for losses sustained “had to he paid for their bravery Mr. Shorter promptly and in dignantly replied—that it was “false and slander ous !” Mr. Dowdell of Alabama also participated in tho debate, answering questions which were addressed to the House by the opponents of the measure and showing the great interest bo felt in its success. The remarks of Mr. Crawford will throw more light upon the merits of this bill than we can give in an editorial. We commend his speech to tho perusal of our readers. letter from lion. John A. Tucker-Ills Death. We give bolow a letter from tholato lion. Jno. A. Tucker, which was found on the table in his room at the time of his death, directed to one of the editors of this paper. Written f<r publica tion, we do not feel at liberty to withhold it. It will he read with interest by those who knew It! author, —his big heart, bis generous impulses, his strong friendship, his marked ability, his no ble nature, his many virtues. They will shed a tear of sorrow over his new-made grave, and cher ish in their hearts his memory. But the letter: To P. H. CoLQtriTT, ) Editor Columbus Time*. j Dawson’, Oa. Dec. 10. I am about to do a thing which I have bad in contemplation since 1848—viz: to rid the world of me, and to rid myself of an exis tence useless to mo aud derogatory to others.— And, Mr. Editor, how dare you. or any of your readers say, it is weak, or wrong, or unmanly to perform the act I am about to perform ? Life is a burden to me—has been for years. I am driven on by a destiny, I have no power to control. Don’t say to me “it is your fault—you eould act differently.” It is untrue. I always wished to act differently—l have prayed to act differently—l have prayed God to help mo act differently, in* knows my wish and purpose was to boa good man. This I have prayed for from boyhood; and yeti havo not been a good man.— “There is a divinity that shapes our ends.” There Is a powor that drives us on like a feather before tho wind, and we have as little power to direct our courso ns tlio feather in the galo. Now, with all my sins, follies and’ vices cling ing to my skirts, I am going unbidden, into the presence of my God, to ask him if I havo not been an honest man; to ask him if ever I wronged a man intentionally; to csk him why I am not the man I always desired to bo; to ask what pun ishment I am to receive lor knowing mv duty, desiring to perform it, and yet not having the nerve to do it. Don’t say lam denuk either, for it is not so. I tell you, Peyton Colquitt, that lam doing this thing upon reflection. I lay all night thinking of it. I have looked at all the reasons for and against it. In some respects I have been a successful man. As certain ns the world stands I would beat tbo race lor Judge bv more than tho Democratic majority. That is not tho thing with me. I would not live to be President of the United States, uuless I could be the man I wish to bo. From a boy I wished to be a groat and good man—a man exerting a great salutary moral influence on mankind. But as it is, lam shedding death-shade and mildew’from the high places in tho land. I would havo waited till I got home, but I know it would not do. I would thou never havo dis charged the duty, I owe to myself and mankind. I could not part with my wife and little ones. Several times in tho last few years I have pre pared inysolffor this event at home,when my wife knew nothing of it. But to look at tho children and hear them say “Pa,” or to look at a smiling, affectionate wife,that anticipated my wishes—that forgave a thousand follies—that never spoke an unkind word to me—that never did one unkind act—l did not have the courage to proceed. But believing, as I do, that my departure from this life will benefit my family, as well as others, I am going to die hero to day. I have plenty of friends who will be sorry for this; but to one and all of them I say, John A. Tucker never professed friendship to any one, that he deserted in the hour of trial. My wife and my little ones 1 com mend to your care. TUCKER. * Georgia Annual Conference. SIXTH day’s proceedings. Dec. 22, 1355—9 o’clock, a. m. Conference was opened with religious service by Rov. Dr. Jesse Boring. Minutes of yo3torday were read and con firmed. Conference proceeded to the examination of the character of Elders, all of which were passed. Du ring tho examination, Dr. Jesse Boring made known his intention to leave the Georgia Confer ence Rio Grande J/ission Conference. It being understood that Dr. B. is in embarrassed condition, growing out of money paid for the church in California, a resolution was passed de claring the validity and oquity of Dr. Boring’s claim, and appointing a committee to bring said claim before the next annual meeting of tho Mis sionary board. Col. James M. Chambers then made’ a proposition to tho Conference by which he offered to release Dr. Boring from all hi* em barrassment provided he would remain in Geor gia. The Bishop stated that this action would embarrass him, as ho had put Dr Boring down to an important work in the Rio Grande Conference and that unless he went another strong man from Georgia would have to go in his place. Uuder these circumstances tho matter was laid over for the present. Dr. Boring is one of tho most popular men in tho Georgia Conference, and he will be given up with great reluctance. Dr. A. Means and Dr. W. J. Eamett were made supernumerary. C. W. Hays was superannuated. Rev. C. K. Marshall of Mississippi presented tfeeeUinu of hi* paper ••Ifc* ebureb Evangelists’’ is an interesting speech, which was patiently beard. Conference adjourned to meet at 3 o’clock. AFTERNOON SKSSION. Dkc. 22, 1858. Conference met and was opened with religious services by Rev. Alfred Dorman. The Minutes were read and confirmed. Tho names of superannuated preachers were called and their characters passed and relations continued. The committee on the case of Jos. T. Smith re ported that bis character was passed and his rela tion was continued. Tho committee on Memoirs reported Obituaries of Itev’. Alex. Avercttand Rev. Smith C. Quillian who have died during the past year. The Bishop reported the committees of Exam ination. Conference resumed tbo consideration of the question of establishing a Book Depository upon which it adjourned yesterday. At the time of going to press the Conference was still discussing the Depository. FOIt THE TIMES. The “Wanderer” Case. Savannah, Dec. 20th, 1858. Dear Times: While your city is all alive with meu working in concert for the salvation ot souls, ours too, is all “agog” upon a subject which some persons claim to be, a question involving princi ples allied to Christianity, and pbi 1 antbrophy. This, however, I will not attempt to discuss, or even express an opinion, as “to whether tho im portation of Africans ap slaves, will redound to the good of those brought here or the enlighten ment of those who may bo left behind. Considerable excitement has prevailed hero for sovoral days past, and on Saturday the examina tion was commenced, Judge Ilonry acting as commissioner. Tho District Attorney, Mr. Joseph Ganahl, and Judge Henry It. Jackson, upon the part of the Government, prosecutors, and Messrs. Lloyd & Owens for the Defendants. In our papers of this morning, you havo an account of the proceed ings of Saturday, so I will not trouble you with that again. Some time before the hour of eleven this morn ing, groups of persons might havo been observed talking in, around and about the “Custom House,’ the hour at length having arrived, and tho wit nesses duly “called into Court,” tho examination was resumed, and continued for some hours in a very orderly quiet manner. No important evidence was adduced, none certainly, which could go, in tho least, to prove the complicity of tho partio arrested. At length tho prosecution moved to further examination, till next Tuesday, (to-mor row) week, when, as tho ease will probably occu py some week or more in its developments, 1 will give you any thing of interest which may trans pire- NEMO. [From the Daily Globe.] Speech of Hon. M. J. Cran ford of Da. On the claims of the citizens of Georgia and Al abama for losses sustained by tho depredations of tho Creek Indians— Delivered in the House of Representatives Dec., 18th 1258. Mr. Crawford. Mr. Chairman, it is with very deep regret that I have just witnessed what has transpired between my friend from Alabama [Mr. Shorter] and tho gentleman from Wisconsin, [Mr. Washburn;] for I know how easy it is to excite in this body prejudices against a bill be cause of a misunderstanding between gentlemen representing different portions of the country.— But, sir, I beg of the committee to hear me with out reference to anything of an unpleasant char acter which may havo occurred, and give to the persons claiming under this bill tho full benefit of all the merits which it may possess. It is, as its title purports, a bill to provide for an examination and payment of the claims of cer tain citizens of Georgia and Alabama who bad property destroyed by the Creek Indians iu 1836. These claimants for twenty years have asked of Congress tho settlement cf their just demands against the Government. From time to time they have been deferred, sometimes from one cause, sometimes for another, and yet at no time has payment been refused upon the ground that there was nothing due. Committees of the respective Houses have repeatedly reported iu their favor, and still the various bills have fallen between the two Houses, or for want of time. Wo therefore come now, Mr. Chairman, at the first of the ses sion, with this bill, unanimously reported from your Committee on Indian Affairs, and ask its consideration and passage to day. I will not ask tho indulgence of the eommitteo long, for the facts nro few, aud the principles upon which the parties rest their claims aro clear. In 1532, all the lands upon which the Creek nation held any claim, east of the Mississippi river, were ceded to the United States, and the ouly limit to that ces sion was that chief and heads of families should have certain reservation when tbo land was sur veyed. These were made aud secured to them, and the treaty upon the part of tho Government carried out in good faith. In 1834 laud offices wero opened, and tho peo ple invited to enter, and there settle upon these lands ; this was done, and, in fact, not only were the public lands generally taken tip, but nearly all those reserved likewise, so that, in the year 1835, the settlement of the whites upon these purchases was large, though very much scattered. The In dians had set apart for them, west of the Mississ ippi, an equal quantity of the public domain to that which they had ceded to us. The opening , of these lands to entry by the Government was but an invitation to the people to purchase aud ‘ occupy them; and they did so, relying upon the j good faith of the United States to protect them in j their possession, and to allow no depredations to j be committed upon their property. But, sir, tho j consequence was that after the Indians had sold \ their lands, received and squandered their pay, I a large number of them, being destitute of the ‘ means of support, begau to rob and plunder the ! settlers ; this at first was secretly done, but soon ; iu armed bands they openly traversed the country ! and a’ will appropriated to their own use whatso- j ever they desired. The United States, instead of i giving protection to these peoplo, had removed the ; only body of troops which they bad previously stationed iu that country; and, by petition, they ; appealed to the Governors of Georgia and Ala bama to preservo their lives and property. The Indian agent, who might possibly havo rendered the whites important service in this matter, bad been dispensod with ; and their only hope of safe ty was in flight from the country, and leaving be hind them their corn, moat, cattle, and growing crops at tho mercy of these lawless savages. Very many were killed in their attempted flight, whilst all had their stores of provisions robbed, and their ! houses burned. Long after it was too late to rem edy the evil, Government troops reached the na- j tion, aud succeeded iu driving the Indians from j their swamps and hiding places, and at tho same ; time feeding the soldiery aud friendly Creeks upon whatsoever of provisions had not fallen into the hands of the hostiles. The result of these operations in the nation, only forced the Indians to seek anew field upon which to destroy the property and spill tho blood of tbo wbiteman. Tho open war then existing betweoa the Seminoles of Florida and the United j States, offered them the opportunity desired, and the only hinderance in the way of thoir accom plishing their object was a small body of Govern ment troops which hod taken possession of the town of Roanoke, situated on tke Ob*rt*boe#h*e river, for the purpose of intercepting their inarch in that direction. Too well, however, did the In dians know our strength at that point; for, with a force sufficient to overpower our men, they entere-l and tired the town, murdering, indiscriminately, all who could no; escape tbeir vengeance, boldier and citizen sought safety by flight to the neigh boring farms ; but hero they wore pursued and driven away, and the homes of these planters laid waste. They destroyed every thing which would uucumber them in their march, and then, through sparsely populated districts, they took their way to tbo everglades of Florida. Having presented the facts, how stands the ob ligation of the Government to these citizens for the payment of the losses sustained? Mr. Giddiu/rs. I desire to vote for bill ii I cau do so consistently, and I therefore wish to hear the explanation of tho gentleman from Geor gia upon a point to which lie was just now alluu ing. It is, whether the history of the depreda tions which ho hasjust related, is not that which has characterized the proceedings prior to the breaking out of every Indian war in New York, in Ohio, and in every part of the country ? Mr. Leiter. lam prepared to show that there is a marked difference, whenever I shall have the opportunity. Mr. Crawford, Wo hold that one of the fir3t du ties of the Government is to protect the citizen in the enjoyment of his property, and more particu larly that property which he holds directly from the Government itself. This is a principle of law so generally acknowledged that it is useless to argue it. The claimants referred to by this bill are citizens; were occupying lands which the United States Government had sold them ; they were living where they had the unquestioned right to live; they wero violating no law, either of this Government or of the Cecek nation ; as a necessary consequence, they were entitled to protection for their persons and their property. The Creek In -1 dians bad parted with their general and their in i dividual titles to all this territory; as a nation ! they had obligated themselves to go west, and the whites, under such circumstances, had procured titles and occupiod the country. It must bo remembered that tho United States troops which had formerly been stationed in the Indian country had been removed by order of tbo War Department, i hereby depriving the settlers of tho only sur*- uurantee which they had against Indian porfid; ,nd atrocity. The consequences of the removal > avo already been spoken of; and whilst the < jvernmont cannot restore to life its murdered citizens, it can at least compensate for tho actual looses sustained by thorn. Not only un der the general right which the citizen lias, that his property shall be protected, but a.so under the act of 1034, these claimants aro entitled to compensation for their losses; not, I grant, under its letter, but under its spirit. Mr. Giddings. Tho gentleman is laying down a very correct rule; but 1 desire that he shall turn his attention to the application of it. It is unquestionably the duty of the Government, iu tho ordinary exercise of its functions, to protect its citizens. Now I ask the gentleman if the rule was ever adopted in any Department of the Govern ment, by compensating for losses of property in this way, and before the Government bad*all prop er and reasonable time to bring its forces there for tho protection of citizens and property ? Mr, Crawford. I ask tho gentleman from Ohio, if be approves of the principles laid down in the act of 1834, in regard to tho intercourse between the whites and Indians ? Mr. Giddings. If the gentleman will specify any particular part of it, I will give a definite answer. Mr. Crawford. It is this : “That if any Indians belonging to a tribe in amity with tho United States, shall, within tho ‘lndian country,’ on passing from the ‘lndian country’ into any State or Territory inhabited by citizens of tho United States, tako and destroy thoir property, the owners of said property shall make claim to the superintendent or Indian agent, who, upon due proof of the loss, shall, under the direction of the President, apply to tho tribe for satisfaction ; and if such satisfaction be not made within twelve months, the same shall bo reported to the Commissioner cf Indian Affairs, that such steps shall be taken as shall be proper to obtain satisfaction : and, in the mean time, in respect to the property so taken, stolen or destroyed, the United States guaranty to tho party so injured an eventual indemnification.” After describing what shall bo Indian country, it then provides that if any Indians belonging to a friendly tribe shall destroy property, either in tho Indian country or in passing from it into any Stato or Territory inhabited by citizens of tho United States, the owners of such property shall, upon proof of the loss, under tho direction of the President, apply to the tribe for satisfaction, and, in tho meantime, the United States guaranty tho parties an eventual indemnification, i Mr. Giddings. I yield that a most hearty as sent. Mr. Crawford. The gentleman from Ohio says ho approves tho principles laid dow’n in that law. I now say to him, and to the House, that although the letter of the law does not cover the claims we bring to the House, yet iu priuciple it does. It is true that most of these losses were sustained in Georgia and Alabama; but the In dians were occupying the country*, and it was no part of the duty of these States to remove them from it. Had these depredations been committed by Idnians West of the Mississippi, the claimants would have been paid long ‘years ago; but pay ment is withheld because they did not occur in what is known tecnichally as “Indian country.” The friends of this bill admit that under the act of 1834, thi3 was not Indian country; but they do say, that if the presence of the whole tribe,and their occupancy of the lands ever makes Indian country, then this wus verily so, indeed. If the payments made be just underl the act of 1834, t'u*n they are just under this bill; and if Congress did right in passing that law, than Congress ought to pass this. It was under this view, no doubt, that General Jackson, iu December of this same year, says to Congress that provision should bo made for in demnifying tho owners of property which had been taken for public use, aud suggests thut relief should also be rendered for depredations ted by these Indians. Congress, whether concur ring iu that view or not, aijrrjpriated a sum of So,ooo to cover the expense of a suitable commis sion to examine into the depredations committed and report the same to Congress. Tho commis sioners discharged that duty, and ascertained that $1,272,000 was the amount claimed to be due; but the amount allowed was only $349,000 ; reducing in every instance the sum claimed one third, and in some cases ono half. The Government, after sending out this commission, has only paid one of the sufferers, and his claim had been transferred to the Stato of Geurgia, or that would never, per haps, have been paid. It may be insisted that the Government cannot undertake to pay for los ses sustained by the citizen when a state of war exists; but let it be remembered that no war wag ever declared by tbo Creek nation against tho whites. These depredations were committed by comparatively small hands of dissatisfied Creeks, who were also hostiio to a majority of their tribe, aud determined never to emigrate to tho country assigned them. And it is just at this point in the history of these troubles that a misunderstanding arises as to the hostilities, whether it was a war or not. It was not known definitely, at first, how far this hostile state of feeling existed; but was in the end well known that at no timo was a majority | engaged in it. It was undoubtedly a war the very moment these hostile Creeks agreed to join Osceola in his rebellion. The question then made is, will the Govern ment, after having treated for these lands and the removal of the Indians, after having sold the same to its citizens, permit a portion of the tribe to dis regard the treaty, violate its obligations, murder the settlers, destroy their property, aud then re fuse to allow compensation or give redress ? When these claimants ask the Government to withhold annuities due tho Creeks, they are met with the response that that can only be done when war has existed or the depredations have been committed in the Indian country proper. Thus it is, in the first place, they are denied payment because the whole tribe did not engage in the hostilities ; and in tho second, because of a legal technicality. In no event, however, can a portion of these claims be denied payment; because the records of the War Office show that Buch destruction of property ay owurrad in Georgia, way induced by the occupation of it by your troops; and that, too, after the hostiio Creeks had accepted tho in vitation of tho Seminoles to unite with them ii their open war against tho United States. SucL were tbe losses at Roanoke, and iu the adjaeem countrv ; all of which this Government is in good faith bound to refund. Items. Hon. Arthur P Haync, while on a recent visit to Columbia, was by resolutions, invited to seats on the floor of the Senate und House of Repre sentatives of South Carolina. Rev. Mr. Spurgeon, the famous Baptist preach er, has written letters which encourage the hopt that ho will be in N Y during the religious anni versaries in May next. Major General Scott has sailed from New York for Charleston to-day, from whence he will pro ceed in the steamer Isabel to Havana. MARRIED. On tbe morning of the 21st inst., in Harris co by the Rev. Mr. Caldwell, Mr. James A. Stewart of this city to Miss S. Cook Terry. On the evening of the 21st inst., at the house of the bride’s parents, by the Rev. W. W. Robinson, Mr. Richard W. Pruitt and Miss Mary A. E. Burt, both of Salem, Ala. Also by tho same, on the 22d inst.,[in this city. Mr. Samuel E. Smith aud Miss Elizabeth Hammods. DIED, In Macon on the 18th inst., Pulaski S. Holt, Jr., in the 29th year of his ago. In Leon county, Fla., on the 10th inst., after a long and painful illness, J. P. Iv. Savage, Esq. a nativo of Augusta, Ga., aged about 29 years. . TAX RECEIVER. Wo aro authorized to announce ISAAC T. BROOKS a candidate for the office of Receiver of Tax Returns for Muscogee county, at the ensu ing election. nov23dwte Wo aro authorized to announce J. B. HICKS, as a candidate for re-election to tho office of Tax Receiver of Muscogee county at the election in January next. novll —dwtd TAX COLLECTOR. 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All their faculties have been developed to the greatest extent, and tlioy stand forth as aui generis, tho most remarkable of their kind. They stand upon their heads, play upon musical instruments, ascend inclined planes and go through all the operations ol tho most ac complished acrobats. In addition, Bailey & Co’s Circus and Menage rie comprises asplendid|collection ot wild animals. Tho Troupe of Eiders, Vaulters, Lady Eques trienes &,c } i3 the largest and most thoroughly ar tistic now traveling, and comprises the following distinguished names: Mr. E. Perry, J. W. Ward, Mrs. Perry, S. Burt, Mias Porry, G. Slornau, Master Perry, 11. Bedaw, It. White, Bite Woedo, Donalson, H. Nell Banks, J. Booker, J. Butler. M. Sands, S. C. Wooten, A fine Brass Band will precede the Grand Cav alcade on its entrance to town, drawn by Elephants in Harness. The Pavilion is large and fitted up with due regard to the comfort of the visitors. The proprietors Hatter themselves that nothing shall be found wanting to make this the most elegant, beautiful and satisfactory exhi tion that ever visited this city. Will exhibit in Columbus on the 25th, 29th, & 30th. Doors open at 2 and performance to commence at 2?-j and o’clock, P. M. Admis sion 50 cents. Children and servants 25 cents. dec23—dot. T. F. TAYLOR, Agent. By ELLIS & MATHIS, VALUABLE CITY PROPERTY AT PUBLIC SALE. WILL be sold at the Market House, on the first Tuesday in February next, to the hiqh •fjsgpj eat bidder, a very desirable Residence on Mc- In tosh street, in a pleasant neighborhood,with in a few minutes walk of the Railroad, the Churches or Broad st. The buildings are aii new. The Dwelling is 43X.45, substantially built throughout, and handsom ly finished; with all conveniences of closets, pantries, &c. The outbuildings are ample and well finished. The lot (}4 acre,) contains a number of fine shade trees, a well of excellent water, bricked from the bottom, and a productive garden. dec23 dtf. ELLIS & MATHIS. 1 GEORGIA MILITARY I INSTITUTE* | THE GEORGIA MILITARY INSTI TUTE having been made a State institu tion, the New Board of Trustees appointed by his Excellency, the Governor, have re cently re-organized it by electing the following officers: Col. A. V. BRUMBY, Superintendent and Professor of Mathematic* and Natural Philosophy. CAPT. THOMAS R. McCONNELL, Commandant of Cadets and Professor of Engineering Rev. JOHN W. BAKER, Chaplain and Professor of English Literature. Mr. V. H. MAGNET, Professor of French and History. Capt. R. 8. CAMP, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Capt. 8. Z. RUFF, Assistant Prof, of Mathematics and Nat. Philosophy. Dr. A. CONNELL, Surgeon. The second term of the present Academic year will commence on the 20th of February, 1859, at which time applicants for admission will be examined by the Academic Board. During the present year additional buildings have been erected, and excellent scientific Apparatus pur chased, thus rendering the facilities for ttie accommo dation and instruction of Cadets greater than they have heretofore been. TERMS: Board, tuition, fuel, washing, lights, and all other Institute charges, for one session,of five months, 8112, 50 paid in advance. A medical fee of S5 per annum is required to be paid in advance. No other charge will be made for medical services rendered to Cadets. Copies of the Regulations, and Catalogues of the In stitute may be had by applying to the Superintendent. Young men from other States will, aa heretofore be admitted as Cadets. The Institute is located at Marietta, one of the high est and most healthful points in the State. A. N. SIMPSON, dec 23 dvv2m Secretary Board Trustees. LAW BOOKS. PUBLIC LAWS OF GEORGIA, passed by by the General Assembly at the Session held in November and December 1858, embracing ma ny very important Acts. For sale at the Book Store of J. W. PEASE <fc CLARK. G-ift Books. A Splendid Assortment of Books for Christmas and New Year’s presents. Just received by dec23—wdtf J. W. PEASE A CLARK. Girard Town Property for Bale. THE undersigned offers for sale jII i fsl the foilowing improved Lots in Girard !|J|Hill which, if not sold in a few days, will be rented for the ensuing year. Part of lot No. 92 and 93 and lot 94, con tabling J 4 acre each, half lot No. 125, and part of lot No. 202. Also, lot No. 20, containing one acre in the town of Crawford. <Ue2S-41t JA3IS& M- LOWS, Aft. CHEROKEE BAPTIST COLLEGE, CASSVILLE, GEORGIA. riUMtik THE Trustees take pleasure in tho public that they hay* made arrangements by which the continuance of the operations of this Institution is rendered permanent, and fitted to meet tho wants of tho youth of the country. The next Session will open January 14tb,'1859, and close July 13th, following. The regular course extends over six classes, two in the Aca demic and lour ir. tho Collego Department, and is as complete and thorough as the course of any College in the aountry. Students may pursues select course, provided they attend so many stu dies as will occupy their time. No extra charge is made for irregulars, nor for the use ot Appara tus or Library. EXPENSES: In College, Spriug’Session. 24 weeks, 524.00 “ Fall ” ‘l6 “ 16-00 luAcademy, Spring ” 21 ‘* 18.00 ‘ Fall “ 18 “ 12.00 Contingent Fee, Spring Session, 1-20 .. “ Fall “ 80 Board from Sio to SI2 per month, including S washing and fuel. Tuition must be paid by cash 1 or approved note to Thos. M. Compton, Treasur { er, before entering College, each session. Young ! meu of adult age, who need it, may settle by note i payable on their success in after life. Those ! studying for the ministry, may always receive j gratuitous instruction. Cassville is a moral ana healthy village; being distant two miles from tho Railroad, it is free from tho allurements to vice too prevalent in lar ger towns: there is no tippling shop in the vil lage. For Catalogues or further particulars address Rev. TLLOS. RAMBAUT, Pres’t. or YV\ A. MERCER, Secretary. | Dec. 22, ISsS—wl d3t. NOTICE. A LADY experienced in Teaching, and com . potent to instruct in tuo usual branches ol an English Eduesftion, with music on Piano and Guitar, Drawing and Painting and French, is de sirous of forming an engagement with a private family. Would not object to forming a select school, by the union of several families. Addreai A. B. C., Drawer 170, Columbus, Ga. Best of reference given. December 22 —d2 i wit. SELLING AND HIRING 3STEGBOES ON COMMISSION, Either Privately or at Auction, BY ELLIS & MATHIS. Columbus, Ga., Dec. 9, ISSB. lmdw AMERICAN WATCHES! onn IN GOLD AND SILVER CASES, vp/h At Purple’s old Stand, Jone’s New Building, Columbus, Georgia. Oct. 30—dwtf T. 8. SPEAR. FLOUR,"FLOUR! JUST received a supply of Extra quality, equal to Hiram Smith. TYLER & SHORTER. \\J HITE AND YELLOW ONION SETTS, Just VV received and for sale bv Nov. 15—dwtf BROOKS & CHAPMAN. SILKS, SHAWLS, DRESB GOODS JUST RECEIVED AT THE ONE PRICE DRY GOODS STORE. 140 Broad Street-—Maaonic Building IMRES Bft’f I.UkIiPS lla9 just opened a magnificent assortment of SILKS, SHAWLS aud FANCY DRESS GOODS. purchased at recent New York Auction Sales for Cash at an immense sacrifice: 5,000 yards Fancy Dress Silko at 50c. worth $!. 5,000 “ Black Silks—all widths; 50 pieces Printed all wool Delaines of the very best quality, at 50 cents per yard; 50 pieces French Merinos—all shades; 20 “ Union Marino Plaids, splendid quality; 100 Rich French Robes a’Les—beautiful Goods; 50 Rich French Valencias and Poplin Robes—very choice. AXSO. A Large Assortment cf FANCY DRESS GOODS, KISW QWILSQa Bought at a reduction of 25 per cent., on the price uau all paid for such goods: 25 Pieces ARABIAN CROSS OVERS— Heavy quality and beautiful colorings; 30 pieces POILE deCIIEVRE, high colors— New and choice design*. 15 pieces VALENCIAS—very handsome. 20 pieces COLUMBIA* BAYADERE— Of highest lustre* 5 pieces ELVIRAS—a new and beautiful article. 10 pieces Plaid LASTINGS CHENE— Superior quality and coloring. Together with other styleiof Goods . ADAPTED TO A FIRST CLASS TRADE, Also, A LARGE STUCK OF FINE BED., White and Colored Flanaeis, XaXiN’iEKKrss, AND HOUSE KEEPING GOODS IN GENERAL A Large Stock of Calicoes and Homespuns, Of every description at very Tow prices. CLOAKS, SHAWLS AND TALMAS, In great variety. Buyers are invited to examine, compare and judge before making their purchases. Remember the address James 140 lirond Street. .Two Doors below J. B. Stmpper’s. ONE PRI C E ONLY. Every article rnarkedat the lowest. Columbus, Ga., Nov. 10, 1858. d&wif A full a sortment of Bsjou’e Kid Gloves, open* ed this morning. J.AS ViePlilLLiPS, 14G Broad -treet, Masonic Building. IMPORTANT TO Planters & Country Merchants. J. McPHILLIPS Would caii attention of Buyers to his large stock oT foreign and Domes-rie ISRY-GOODS, As he has a buyer residing in New York, he will at a J times be prepared to offer goods to the Trade for Cash only) at the lowest New York Cost prices by the hai - or package. Plan lets will find they can save money bv buy ing their KERSE S. NEGRO BLANKETS, Ac.,from hint, his stock is extensive and his pri ces rr uch below that of any other store in the South. Call and see hi* goods and prices, and thus post yourselves upon what you can get tor your mo- and what goods are worth. Remember the address, _ . T _„ JAMES McPHILLIPS, 140 Broad Street, Two doors below J. B. Strupper. Oet- o..d<fcw tf.