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TUI NOBTHEAST GEORGIAN. 1,0CAL. NE^ THE PEOPLE’S TICKET, K DEMOCRATIC SIOJ11SEBS. For Ordinary* 110N ASA M. JACKSON. For Sheriff, JOSIAH A. BROWNING, Esq. For Tax Receiver, LIEUTENANT DAVID E. SIMS. For Tax Collector, CAPTAIN J. E. RITCH. For County Treasurer, S. C. REESE, Esq. For Coroner, COL. ISAAC WILKERSON. For County Surveyor. c. k. lumpkTn. T/Aflr Sai urdax was decidedly the coldest day on record since the long-to- ta-iemenitarcd Cold Saturday. Locals.—Our friends will always confer a favor on us by reporting at our office any thing at local importance. Notice.—Persons interested would do well to read the advertisement of John Calvin Johnson, Clerk Superior Court. Correction.—Iu our last issue, we siated that there were four negroes to he hung in Jackson county for rape. It should have read two. Query.—Will Mr. Galloway, the j efficient engii cer on the day line, in- j form our readers why he stopped the train the other day betn-ccn stations? The Charge ok Judge Davis.— We have received this able document, which we intended to publish, but the large rush of new advertisements and other matter crowded it out. Deatii.—Mrs. Nations, the mother of the young lady whoso death we noticed a short time since, died a few (lays ago. But a brief time passed before she followed her daughter to the grave. Deathffias, indeed, made fear ful havoc in this family. We under stand five or six of the family have died in less than two years. Tiie Defiance Range is the name of a very large and fine stove, at E. E. Jones. It is large enough for a board ing house or hotel. The finish is equal to any thing of the kind we have ever seen, and those who have a good deal of company, or many children, had tatter give the range an examina tion. The Southern Cultivator is published monthly, in this city, by Dr. W. L. Jones. To farmers and planters, this work is invaluable. We have received the December number. The contents are varied, and treats of almost every thing that is useful to the farmer and to every one else that is fond of good agricultural articles. Price $2 per annum. Burkb & Hodgson.—We publish to-day the notice that these worthy gentlemen have formed a copartner ship in the Book and Stationary busi ness. They have a large assortment of everything usually kept in their line. Almost any and every book can be found with them. Also, a great variety of beautiful music. Persons wanting anything of the kind will do well to give them a call. “ Rat !”—As one of our young la dies were passing down Broad street Tuesday morning, she suddenly dis covered that a fashionable addition to her outfit had become loosened from its moorings and was rapidly descend ing. Being in a very public locality, she did uot consider it advisable to re pair damage just then, and let things take their course. It was afterwards picked up by one of our young men of an inquiring turn of mind, and found to contain five numbers of the North east Georgian, three pounds of loese cotton, four very good towels, (which he kept,) “ and other articles too numerous to mention.” Remedy for Bone Felon or Whitlow.—Take a cloth, wrap the finger or part allected, and keep it sat urated with spirits turpentine. Do this in the beginning of the complaint, and it will cure you. J. P. Dorsey.—As will be seen by an advertisement in this week’s issue, J. P. Dorsey has a variety of superb cigars. We have tried them, and can recommend them as a superior article. By referring to our advertising columns, the different brands will be seen that he has on hand. Smokers, give him a call, and we think you will be pleased. You will find other articles besides cigars. Edenfiei.d’s Gallery.—Tuesday afternoon we stepped into this gallery, and was glad to see our friend doing so fine a business. He had numerous pictures on hand. All with whom we were acquainted we recognized at a glnnce. Ilis likenesses arc really good. Mr. Edenfield is a quiet, steady young man, and all who wish to secure the shadow, e’er the substance fades, give him a call. He will satisfy the most fastidious before they leave him. His rooms are quiet, aud all things about him conducted iu the best manner. Superior Fisii.—Last Saturday night, Mr. Jacobs handed us a string of delightful fish, and Sunday morn ing we had a fine breakfast from them. Mr. Jacobs told us he receives cverv Saturday evening by the cars fine fresh fish from the salt water—black fish and mullets. They are the be*t fish that swim the ocean, and are as free from hones as fish can be. The flavor is delightful, and lovers of such things can obtain them from our friend Jacobs. They are shipped to him iu Sad Arrival.—'flic corpse of the wife of Rev. Dr. Hoyt was brought from Rome on the ears on Monday last. She was said, by her ncqunin-, ice, and are equal to any just taken j tance, to be a most estimable lady. j f rom ti ic water. ^ The Horse Malady.—Notwith standing this disease, business has not * retarded. The Street Railroad Company is now running four wagons, drawn by oxen, and is hauling freight to and from the Depot regularly. Difficulty.—We are sorry to an nounce that an encounter occurred be tween two young men, on Wednesday last. They were separated, however, before either was hurt, and we trust their difficulty will be amicably settled without further trouble. Mr. A. L. Mitchell.—We trust our new City Council will retain this gentleman an Clerk, as we don’t think his place can be tatter supplied. We are convinced that we would feel his loss, as he is so very gentlemanly in bis deportment, so accommodating, and so willing to oblige us. Mayor’s Court.—There were but two cases before His Honor on Mon day last. Ann Bartow, a white woman, was up for using indecent language. She plead guilty, and was fined six dollars. Henry Crawford, for disorderly con duct, was fined $(>.55. Rev. Dr. Henderson.—This em inent diviue breathed his last on Mou- day morning, at 6 o’clock. He had charge of the Episcopal church in our city, and his congregation aro deeply grieved at their loss. His numerous friends speak of him as an ornament to the church and a groat loss to the city. A Hog in Court.—During the ses- ~ f Court yesterday morning, in a caw between two freedmen, in which one was indicted for hog steal- in?. the hog in question was introduced m he Court room, to prove certain pn(ts taken by one of the counsel. Hi hogship was taken out in much grean haste than he was introduced. North Grboia Conference.— '\e publish in ou.to-day’s issue the bill proceedings of this'on fere nee, as nho the list of appointment- The re port was received after suppYonfust evemug and we had it up \nd in the lorm before we retired Cr the night. We are determined to kt ; , billy ]>osted Flying Fisii.—A few days since the Hon. Henry Beusse called our at tention to the stuffed skin of a flying fish. It was caught in Charleston, harbor. In our boyhood days we have frequently seen them rise from the water and fly a short distance. If they come in contact with any stationajy substance in flying they immediately drop down. The one shown by Mr. Beusse struck the mast of vessel, and dropt on the deck and was picked up by some of the sailors. Mr. Beusse has presented it to Professor Broun, to lie placed in his museum. Personal.—A few days since, we were highly pleased to see our friend, Mr. Lee Lyle, enter our office. He is the principal of the Bairdstown Female Academy. As usual, he was very pleasant, and looking well. We would gladly welcome Mr. Lyle back to our city. On Wednesday last, Mr. Hancock, of the Sumpter Republican, paid us a visit. He is quite youthful in appear ance, and very agreeable in manners. He is in our city for the purpose of attending the nuptials of a young couple. Guns, Pistols, Ac.—Our young friend, A. T Luckie, informs us that Childs & Moss have the greatest varie ty of guns, pistols, powder, shot and every thing pertaining to them. Mr. Luckie lias charge of this department, and will, with pleasure, exhibit his stock to those wanting to purchase. We would say to gentlemen from the country, if they wish any thing of the sort, they will find Mr. Luckie always on hand, ready and willing to wait on them. They will also find him strictly reliable. They have on hand a supply of Parker’s celebrated breech loading guns. These guns are said to surpass any other “ shooting irons” that have ever been upon the market. The Municipal Election.—The following is the result of the election for Mayor and Aldermen, held in our city on Wednesday last: FOR MAYOR—J. D. PITTARD. Ward No. 1 50 Ward No. 2 50 Ward No. 3 77 Ward No. 4 60 ALDERMEN—WARD NO. 1. R. Nickerson 51 Palmer 51 WARD no. 2. F. W. Lucas 48 A. F. Pope 48 WARD no. 3. Talmadge 74 Hunter ,.77 ward no. 4. Lumpkin 60 R. L. Moss 58 Horse Malady.—We hear this disease is abating in our city. As yet, no borsc or mule lias died from it. It appears to be easily managed. Mr. Iiolcraan told us that his stock had it, but were recovering fast He was riding a fine horse that had gotten over it, and looked about as well as usual. We look upon it as an epidemic, but we don’t tbink it contagious, and such is the general opinion here. We pub lished the first ease in this place, for we thought it was our duty to do so as j a faithful journalist. It cannot be I contagious, for horses standing side by j side in the same stable don’t all have it. j In some instances when there is only a j single pair, one will take it and not the : other. Farmers need have no fear of visiting our city, as we do not think their stock will be a fleeted by it. New Dissolution of Copartnership. The firm of Pitner & Hunter will dis solve at the end of the present year, by mutual consent of parties, as will be seen by this week’s issue of our paper. In Jsnuary, Mr. Hunter and the Hon. Henry Beusse form a copart nership. They will have a large and commodious store, and buy cotton lib erally. This new firm will no doubt do a heavy business. They are both reliable business men, and they take hold with a will, and are determined to give satisfaction. They are gentlemen in every sense of the word—high toned, honorable, correect in their dealings, aud very accommodating. Such men will build up a city. Mr. Beusse has lived for years in Athens, a portion of the time as a Mayor. Mr. Hunter was born and raised in an adjoining county. They are both well knowu here, and to most of persons who have visited our city in a business capacity- We wish them success in their enter prise, and hope their business will so increase that they will be compelled to build another store house twice as large as the one they are in. Row at Watkinsville.—Satur day last, two gentlemen were going up the street in Watkinsville. There was a small bridge over a ditch, on which four or five negroes were standing. The gentlemen asked the negroes to stand aside and let them pass. They moved aud gave room, but as the two crossed the negroes began cursing and abusing them. This brought on a dif ficulty, the negroes fighting and attempting to use guns. There was a grocery near, and several white men in it, hearing the noise, ran out, and took part with the two gentlemen. Other negroes came up to assist tlitir own color. A Justice ordered the BalifT to arrest the negroes, and he succeeded in arresting four of them. Some out siders said they would have revenge. On Sunday night, the Balifi’s wood shop was burnt, and he lost about four hundred dollars in tools, timber, &c. The house was rented by him from a Mr. Harris. The light of the burning building was plainly seen in our city, and many persons thought it the Princeton Factory. Fires are of so common an occurrence, that unless the law makes arson death it will never be stopped. Let the punishment be death in every instance, without bene fit of clergy. Nothing else will put a check to such devilish conduct. Rev. C. C. Carey.—We see that this young minister has been placed upon the Morgan Circuit, He is one of our most intimate friends, and we can truthfully say that his congrega tion will find him to be a man “ in whom there is no guile.” He is very youthful, but an excellent delineator of the Word of God. Get House Burnt.—We learn that the gin house belonging to Mr. Win. Thornton was burnt one night last week, in which considerable cotton was consumed j* including some belonging to the proprietors of this paper. We have not as yet learnt the amount de stroyed. The gin was situated on Dove creek, in Elbert county. We deeply sympathize with Mr. Thornton, as he is a very estimable gentleman. Where to Buy Cigars.—We call attention to the advertisement of Mr. G. Hauser, who always keeps on hand an unsurpassed stock of fine Cigars, Tobacco, Pipes, anil everything else usually kept in first-class establish ments of the kind. The cigars are of his own manufacture, and consequent ly are first rate. Mr. Hauser is maimed Confederate, soldier, who did noble service for the South (luring the late wart and is consequently entitled to a liberal patronage from our people. He has now rented the entire store, which he is having thoroughly fitted up, and will soon open a fancy store in connection with his business. Rapid Travel.—Wednesday last,' the Street Railroad was engaged in carrying some heavy boilers to the de pot, in which work many hands, in cluding a large number of. boys, were engaged. When they had unloaded, some one proposed to taka out the mules, aud let the care carry thorn selves down the steep hill that leads to the river, which was thoughtlessly agreed to by all parties. They were accordingly let loose, and, as might have been expected, their descent was so rapid as to throw them from the tract, and one running against a post, was completely overturned, severely bruising several of the parties. We are glad it was no worse. Firm and New Stock.— Gailey & Barry have tormed a copart nership. This a good firm, cotn]>oscd j of two good men. They will sell j crackers, glassware, lamps and look- ' ing glasses, besides numerous other I things, as will be seen by their adver tisement in our paper. They also sell goods at auction. They are at Barry’s old stand, corner of Broad and Jack- son street. We have noticed their store, and they have something of every kind and sort to please—the greatest variety of candies, toys aud dolls for children. If parents want to make their little ones feel supremely’ happy, take them to Gailey & Barry’s, and their little hearts will leap for joy, when they see the numerous Christinas tricks these gentlemen have on hand— beautiful candy talking sticks for lit tle boys, and pretty things for little girls. When you enter the store, they look so kind and pleasant, that we know all the little folks will be delight ed to pay them a visit, and lay in their Christmas amusements. SOL SMITH RUSSELL. inauguration of the amusement SEASON IN ATHEN8. Our citizens have in store for them a rare treat Mr. Sol Smith Russell, tho celebrated comedian, who has car ried by storm every city he has ever exhibited in; will visit Athens on next Wednesday evening, for the purpose of making a grand inauguration of amusement at DeupreeHall, which has recently been placed in such superb order as a theatre. Mr. Russell will be assisted by Mr. Lam French, the celebrated Pianist and Composer. We have frequently seen Mr. Russell, and can assure our readers that the entertainment to be given on Wednes day night will he first class in every respect. Wherever he has exhibited the papereare filled with enconiums on his performances, and the people show their appreciation of his worth by filling the exhibiting halls to overflow ing. We want to see a large turn out of our people, and let us show the world that now, since we have a first- class Hall, we will support first-class performances. Reserved scats can be obtained at Burke’s .Book Store without extra charge. Asnol prices of admission. List or Freight remaining In the Depot np to this date. AUGUSTA. HOW WE PASSED THE WEEK The Georgia Railroad—How the City Looks—Kind Friends—Ihe Horse Disease—Business Paralyzed L< Tie Mereha>its—Newspa pers—An Execution —Our Return. *\ Last Sunday night we left Athens, for the purpose of passing a few days in that gem of all Southern cities, Au gusta ; but, as fate would will it, our visit was prolonged to n week. We dearly love Augusta, for there it was our happiest days were passed—days that can never, no, never be re called ur forgotten. It was there We graduated in our business ; there we entered manhood’s career; there we first met, woed and won one of the best wives that has ever fallen to the lot of mankind, and .there we always found pure, unalloyed friendship, kind, noble and loving natures, and genuine hos pitality. We say of Augusta, may. God bless and prosper her. There is not a tree in her limits that does not feel to us like an old friend, uor a foot of her dear soil that we do uot love with filial devotion. Jewelry, Astral Oil, &c.—Mr. Mandeville advertises with us a fine lot of Jewelry, Ac. By a visit to his store, ou Broad street, will ta seen beautiful rings, chains of all descrip tions, handsome bracelets, and superior watches. Also, handsome wedding presents, such as lovely flower vaces, elegant silver goblets, castors, large and fine, and many other articles. To those who are so unfortunate as to use specs, go to Mandeville, and you will find the desired spectacles. They give clear ar.d distinct vision. We arc now using a pair, and can unhesitatingly say they are by far superior to any we have ever seen. Mr. Mandeville is also tho agent for Pratt’s AstHFOil. By reference to our paper it will be seen that the Astral Gil surpassed all others under Pwfessor Brown’s test. p our readers in ever> thug of interest. Toys, Fancy Foods, Ac.—We ,V1,e special a'.ention of our read ers to the advertisement of Mrs, Zinn, ugusta, who his the finest assort ment 0 f Toys, ’‘ire-Works and Holli- »y *oods in that city, which she will at very f ow prices. When you go not ^ ai * to g' ve the es tablishment of thig ladvnMll n you wi) this lady a call, and sot regret it. Fubt-claks Sh<X—Mr. A. Root and Shoe Durham advertises shop in our issue to-day. Parties >nsg work done in his line would well to give him a call, as he has a A-dus workman employed. Gone to Augusta.—l&onday night our friend aiul^tfflow-hoarder, Mr. Marslu»y„qrtfcrtiii, left for Augusta, we are sorry to say, there to remain. Mr. Martin came from Augusta two years since to Athens, where lias been enga ged as clerk for Pitner A Hunter. By his pleasant manner, kind and gentle manly deportment, I10 made a friend of every acquaintance. Mr. Hunter said to us that it would ta hard to fill his place—that he was a thorough business man, strictly just and honor able in all his dealings. At each and every meal since his departure we miss his pleasant smile and kind, cordial greeting. He is a gentleman by na ture, and could not ta anything but a clever fellow, if he tried. We wish him success in life. No otic deserves it more. Augusta Election.—Charles Estes was elected Mayor of Augusta, together with the full Democratic ticket for Aldermen; Mj.vuuage. — Wednesday evening we, by invitation, attended the mar riage of Miss Hoover, one of the beau tiful daughters of our city, aud Mr. Smith, of Cuthhert. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Dr. Skin ner, in the Methodist Church of this city. The Doctor's prayer and re marks were very appropriate, solemn, and beautiful. There were some eight or ten young ladies and gentlemen as attendants. The bride was magnifi cently appareled, and looked as fresh and beautiful as a May flower. She had very fair compbrion and a sym metrical figure. But we will not at tempt a description. - « Who hath not proved bow fully words essay, To fix one spark of beauties’ heavenly ray.” We wish the young couple happi ness and prosperity through life. Who can separate the waters that have once united, or divide hearts that have met and mingled into one ? Augusta is in a bad way. The gen tle oxen are taking the epizootic, ! Pioneer Hook and Ladder Com pany.—On Wednesday evening last, in compliance with an invitation ex tended us, we had the pleasure of at tending the regular monthly meeting of this efficient organization. It was our first visit to their Hall, and we must say that, as a citizen of Athens, we felt proud of the handsome manner in which it was finished and furnished. The hall is handsomely decorated with appropriate paintings and other orna ments, and everything around that can add to the comfort and convenience of its members. Befure the meeting was organized Captain Beusse (that prince of men), conducted us into- the truck house, under the Hail, and showed us “der merchene." This is decidedly the best and handsomest truck we have ever seen. It is supplied with two Babcock Fire Extinguishers, any num ber of leather buckets, picks, axes, Ac. Everything about it is iu-perfect order, undone can see at a glance that it is in charge of men who know what they arc about. After we had given it a thorough examination, Captain B. re-conducted us up stairs, where the Company was waiting to ta called to order. But before we proceed further, let us say a few words about the gen tlemen assembled before us, who com prise the Pioneer Hook and Ladder Company of Athens, We have seen assembled together Fire Companies from every section of Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama, but never did we see such a fine-looking, able-bodied, intelligent set of men as this Company is composed of. They are not only efficient in the discharge of their duties as firemen, but the most jovial, lively, agreeable set of men it has ever been our lot to visit. Every member ap peared to be in the best humor possi ble, which certainly added greatly to the meeting. Captain Bensse kindly tendered us a seat upon the platform, and called the meeting to order in that pleasant manner he lias of doing every thing. It is not our intention to report the proceedings of a private meeting, but we cannot refrain from giving a couple of excuses offered my members: One stated that he bad missed the last meeting from a very commendable cause—his wife had that night pro - sented him with a bouncing young Pi oneer. The other was that he "had a hole in his boot.” Mr. John Dottcry was unanimously olectcd a member of the Company, which appeared to give great satisfaction. The resigna tion of Mr. Marshall was received, and on motion of Mr. Pittard, a place was kept open for him if he should ever return to Athens. Captain B., at tho close of business, introduced us to the Company. Too much credit cannct be given to Mr. Beusse. To him Athens owes, iu a great measure, her present position. Through his agency the Charter as a city was ob tained ; lieit was who did manly ser vice to have the Countysite located in Athens; he was one of the most active originators of our present unequaled Fire Department, and be is always to be found at the head of everything that pertains to public enterprise. Would to God our entiye city was composed of such men as Beusse. New Advertiseeents.—We hope the readers of the Georgian will look at the new advertisements from Au gusta. Many of our subscribers visit that beautiful and flourishing city, and by examining our columns they will know where to go to make their pur chases. If they don’t see a business man’s name in a paper, keep away from his house, for you may make au affidavit that he is not disposed to give good bargains. The liberal advertiser is generous, gives good trades, knows his articles of commerce are just what they ought to be, and therefore takes pride in lotting the wqrld know where he is‘and~wli*t he has. Our friends from the country frequently step into our effiee and say, "I saw Mr. So-and- so’s store advertised when I was read- vour paper, and I want to go there.” Another New Firm.—Messrs. Beusse A Moon have entered into a copartnership, in a very fine Bar and Billiard Saloon. They have purchased the establishment formerly owned by Henry Beusse, and are determined to keep everything in their linn of the very best. As ail evidence of it, our young friend, Isaac Moon, presented us the other day with a bottle of whis key, good enough to make’ the Presi dent of the United States give him a a lucrative office. Report says Grant always provides an office for the man that liquors him well. Ike don’t do things by halves. He also laid on our table a bottle of good old wine, the sort that rich men used to drink iu ante bellum days. We return our thanks to these clever gentlemen for their present- The wine we will save for Christmas, and the whiskey, too, if we can, to drink long life and success to them. Rigsby A Lawrence.- -We call the especial attention of our readers to the advertisement of this firm, located in Augusta. Thcy^baye inaugurated a branch of business that has for a long while been sadly felt the need of in our city and along the lines of rail road within a day’s ride of Augusta. All persons can receive the best quality of fresb meats, of all kinds, daily, by sending their orders to this firm. You can get beef, veal, mutton, lamb, pork, spare rib|, sausages, game, or just any kind of fresh meat you can want, in any desired quantity. All you have to do is just to send your order and basket, and by the next train you will recoive just the l>est piece of meat you have tasted in a long time. We are intimately acquainted with Mr. Rigs by, and know him to be a high-toned, honorable gentleman, and whatever he sells will prove to ta just exactly what he represents it to ta. We ask our friends to give these gentlemen a trial, and if they are not satisfied we will ta responsible. Our subscribers in Lex. ington, and all along the line of rail road, will find it greatly to their ad vantage to patronize these gentlemen. We are not personally acquainted with Mr. Lawrence, but know him from reputation. He has been for many years engaged iu business in Augusta, and every one speaks highly of him as an upright, reliable dealer. Besides the butcher department, parties will find a splendidly stocked Family Grocery, where they can pur chase, at the lowest rates, anythiug in thht Bnel When you go to Augusta, do not fail to call ou these gentlemen, aqd you will not only find first class goods, 6iit first due men. R N Booth II S Anderson H Crawford Mrs. E Scott D A Biby F Phinizy Dr Cnnmck J W Bell H McEntyrc S II Moseley & Co L W D Young W A Gillcland High Shoals Osborne & Tucker B & B N T Trontlnn B F Vance Wm R McConnell E A Benson J D Abbot Jesse Daniel J S Moore W E Alexander T A Mays A Isaacs E J E & Co R C Smith jR L Bloomfield |E T Meadors jFambcr \Y J Rossell jW Hudgens >4 M Bagwell & Son jChas Deas ]D R Moseley J Jennings C B Finch J G Justuce 'Grant A & Co j A J Tcnsley F Martin R B Ilicher \V R Elder Cartledgc J M Sheals F Adams iS R Ward T Bellow ;D W Elder •R Jennings iJ Jennings J Beaswell jj J Jennings ]E CDilJon ;D R Elders. A Quant, Agent. Boisterous Conduct.—-At the Church in which Miss. Hoover and Mr. Smith were married, before the arrival of the bride and groom, we were sorry to hear loud stomping, whistling, hissing, Ac. The House of God is a sacred place, and should be held sacred by all who enter it. Tho conduct of the authors of the noise and bustle was reprehensable in the ex treme. It evinced a want of respect for the company, aud a contempt for the common decencies of life. Those whom the family were kind enough to invite to witness the ceremony, should certainly be orderly aud quiet. Those who attended without au invitation, should have had sufficient self-respect to conduct themselves as gentlemen. We write this " more in sorrow than in anger.” We know young people are thoughtless, and sometimes over-step the mark of propriety. Look at Tms.—We hope all of the parties to whom we are sending the Northeast Georgian will please bear in mind that our terms of sub scription are cash in advance. We do not for a moment fear to trust the gentlemen who take our paper, but we need the money to carry on our business. We are doing, and will continue to do our best to issue a first- class paper, and we will spare no pains or expense to keep it so. We now call on all of our subscribers to come for ward at once and settle for their pa pers. Our city subscribers will please call during the week at our office, and our country subscribers will seud their gubscribtion, two dollars, by mail. Resolution of Thanks.—At the recent m»“*it>g of the Trustees of the University of Georgia, the following resolution was adopted nem con. Resolved, That the thanks of the University of Georgia are due and tendered Dr. Jas. P. Hamilton, Rev. M. H. Henderson, Messrs. R. L. Bloomfield, J. A. Hunnicut, John White, John Kittle, John W. Nichol son, J. McCallo, Cobb, Erwin & Cobb, and Center A Reaves, for the substan tial improvements made to the Uni versity, through their liberality in building the fence around the campus. Narrow Escape.—Last Sunday evening, as two children of a Mr. Ca- ruthers were playing at the Check Factory,. one of them, a little girl, aged about three years, fell into the race,.which was about four feet deep. The little boy, a year or so older, be gan screaming tor help, which was for tunately heard by a young lady, who hastened to the spot, and succeeded in reaching the little child and keeping her above ’Water until help ptrpl^ Seven Barks.—Wehave examined a circular giving numerous certificates of the wonderful curative powers of the Seven Barks. They are said to cure sick headache, sore mouth, scrofula aud numerous other "ills that flesh is heir to.” The composition is called Hydrangia, and can be tound at Dr. King’s New Dru^. Store. High Flight.—Tuesday, a lady was walking the street, when a puff o( wind took the vail from her hat and blew it up in the air. The last we saw of it, was about six hundred yards above the house-tops. • h.!* ; THE GEORGIA RAILROAD. At half-past nine we embarked on the train at this point, which was un der the management of Conductor Mcore, which was soon rapidly speeding on its course. Mr. Moore is not only a No. 1 Conductor, but one of as good looking, clever and accommodating a gentleman as can be found any where. He is very popular with all tho pas sengers, who he has won by his gentle manly deportment, and his attentive and accommodating manner. But while we are travelling, we will say a few words about the Georgia Railroad, which is generally considered a grand monopoly. Well, as every body says so, we suppose it must be true. But let it bo what it may, we can say, without fear of contradiction, that it is one of the best officered and equipped roads in the United States. Under the able management of S. K. John son, General Superintendent, this road has gained such a character as to make all competing lines tremble for their safety. What Mr. Johnson don’t know about running a railroad is not worth knowing, and the Directors of this road knew what they were about when they placed him in the high and responsible position he now occupies. Every possible pains is taken by this gentleman to make his coaches com fortable, by placing the best of conduc tors in charge and the most elegant and comfortable cars bn the lines. The entire line of road is kept in magnifi cent order, and one need have no fear when he embarks on the Georgia Road of a rnn-off, smasli-up or collision. Just about the peep of day we arc aroused from a light slumber by the cry of augusta! We soon find ourselves in the heart of the dear old city, surrounded on all sides by familiar objects. As early as possible we start down Greene street, to visit one of our oldest and truest friends, into whose family we remain ed, feeling like and being treated as one of them, for four long years. We were received in the kindest manner, and, under the familiar sound of their voices we almost forgot ourselves, and imagined we were living over again those bright, joyous hours we passed under their roof in days of yore. But why should we sigh for our boyhood days? They are passed, never to re turn, and vain are our regrets. But tho the days of youth are a bright oasis in our voyage of life, which tho weary traveller ran revert to with longing heart, and sometimes lie takes a melaucholly pleasure in recalling passed scenes aud words. After passing soma thus with im friends, we left theif hospitable a bod", and turned our steps toward Broal street, with the intention of visiting the merchants in the interest of the Northeast Georgian. As soou ns we arrived on this business thorough fare we noticed an unusual' quietude prevailed everywhere. The streets, - so far as vehicles of all kinds were con cerned, seemed to ta almost entirely deserted, and the usually large throng of country wagons had dwindled down to a fow weary-looking ox-teams. We were perfectly mystified at this unusu al lack of animal life, and in answer to our inquiry, were iuformed that THE EPIZOOTIC was the occasion of the sudden trans migration of this great business empo rion of Middle Georgia into almost a desert, so far 03 business is concerned We wore told that almost every horse and mule in the city were effected with the terrible distemper, but thus far ou ly one bone had died. Oxen were in great demand, and one hitched to a dray could readily earn from ten to fifteen dollars per diem. These bou- vine teams appeared to do their duty oxfully, and, with tho. exception of a great distaste on their part to approach the markets, did remarkably well. We visited different stables, and inquired as to the best MODE OF TREATMENT for the malady. We were told many different ways, which we re-boihd down into the following: Keep tLe effected animal well blanketed, do not work, or in any way expose it, feed on soft food, and physic the same as you would a man for a severe cold. TUB NEWSPAPERS. which we found iu a flourishing condi- _ tion, apparently uot at all effected by . the general stagnation of business that H f prevailed on every hand. ■ ’,fj IMPROVEMENTS. ,, -> Augusta has improved very rapidly of late years, both iu new buildings and repairing, enlarging and beauti fying of business houses. The first object thnt attracts the eye is the pala tial dry goods store of James A. Gray & Co., which has been completed .the present year. This is one of the finest establishments of the kind South, ati3 1 *. is filled to overflowing with the-Best" • 1! of goods. There has been'erected this ’ 1 year a very neat little chapel, at the ** lower end. of Greene street, aud chris tened “Jones Chapel,” in honor to the V memory of the father of our fellow- townsman, Mr- E. E. Joues. THE MERCHANTS. During our sojourn we visited all U the merchants, wliom we found very low spirited on account of - the sudden stagnation of a.l business by the con- tinuanee of the horse malady. We met with considerable success, so for as the interest of our paper was cor.-, cerned, for the Augusta merchants are ; celebrated for their, great liberality in advertising. < * ;• ^ -. • EXECUTION. . On Friday wc witnessed the execu tion of the negro boy convicted of th'd murder of Mr. Martin, ataut a month ' since, a full account of which was giv en in the Georgian at the time. The doomed man was about twenty-two years of age, very black, and rcseiri- , ‘ i - sembled very much, in physiognomy, an ourangoutang. He nppenred per fectly reconciled to his fate, and as cended the platform with firm and un flinching steps. When there, with the rope around his neck, he calmly ad dressed the audience, acknowledged his crime, counseled his race not to fol low in his steps, stated that lie thought himself prepared to meet his God, and told the executioner to proceed. The black cap was pulled over his face, tho team driven on, the trap sprung, and the soul of the doomed man took its flight to the presence of its God. Tho law was satisfied. A life for a life. An immense throng was on the ground to witness tho sickening spectacle, in cluding many white females, several of whom were pointed out to us as re spectable. our return. : ' Having remained almost twice qsf long in Augusta as we first intended, Friday we set out for our return home. We arrived at Union Point without any accident, and here took the v Ath ens train. The train at first moved along very serenely, but soou b?gap to show a very strong disposition to jerk, and finally stood perfectly still. Very naturally, the first thought that sug gested itself to our miud was that the ENGINE HAD THE ENZOOTIC, and we hoisted our window to see if wo could not hear the tinkle of a bell at tached to the neck of some ox, that we could substitute for steam.. But. be fore we could hear one Conductor Moore came in and informed the pas sengers that we had only :: FROZE Vf, . -. , r/ and that as soon as the ice could bo taken front the pumps we would pro ceed. lie kindly handed us a copy of the last issue of our paper, width wo had not seen. We found among the number of passengers our young and agreeable friend, J. Colder Turner, and with him passed the time very agreeably. But we finally get "der merrebeue” to go, and arrived in. Ath ens just three hours behind time. Attention Athens Guards.— There will be a meeting held in Fire men’s Hall, Thursday, December 12th, a full attendance requested, as business of importance will ta transacted. S. D. MITCHELL, Capfc W. H. Hodgson, O. S. GEORGIA ITEMS. Dalton has entered a Dickens.party for Chrismas. Ware county has produ^d a stalk t sugar cane with twenty-six joints. There was a j-iil delivery in Leo county last Tuesday night. The gin-h >uso of Dr. Arlington, of Jefferson county, was burned recen tly. • The Atlanta Election resulted in the success of. the entire ticket head ed by Colonel Hammock as Mayor. We paid our respects to both offices, A New York*’Journal, deesribes Stanley as follows: A short, thick set man who, though quiet and dignified in his manner, was without a particle of the vanity which many of the Eng- uornals have so loudly decried. Hii complexion has been thoroughly bronzed by the tropical son, an d t he sprinkling of gray in his hair attest the severity of the African fever. A very black mustache and impcrialadd rathe r than detract from the robust outlines of his face. Eyes of unusual penetra tion eviuce by their steadiness the de termination of his inind and strength of will, which carried hjm shfely through his perilous undertaking. What is the Matter?.—Not men only, but hones, cattle, swine, deer, domestic fowl*, eta, are being attacked with all sorts of strange dis eases. The poor, hares, and pheasants are dying hy hundreds near Bath, England, and post-mortem elimina tion develop the fact that the livers of tha dead hare* are full of worms, and that the deaths of the pheasants, too, are owing to the presence of parasites in their bodies.